🌱 Lakewood Park Gets Major Renovation + Healthy Convenient Snacks

Hello there, Lakewood. I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy; mist, breezy and mild. High: 49 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories in Lakewood today:

1. Need some ideas on what to do during the last weekend of 2022? Luckily, Cleveland and the surrounding areas are packed with fun events and activities. Adults can enjoy elegant New Years Eve events, from wine tastings to champagne toasts to multi-course meals. And for kids, there's a chance to see "Elf: The Musical" tonight (Dec. 29) right here in Lakewood! This list has a complete selection of options. (Cleveland Scene)
2. Mayor Megan George has announced several new projects planned for Lakewood Park. Additional access will be provided to the lakefront. The biggest project planned for the park actually began in the summer of 2022. The massive renovation of the Charles A. Foster Pool has been a major priority for the city, and officials believe it should be completed sometime this year. (cleveland.com)
3. A Lakewood-based company is hoping to help you get healthy in 2023. Better Than Good Snacks offers convenience snacks that are actually good for you. There are four versions of their popular puffed treat: chocolate, cinnamon roll, caramel, and jalapeño cheddar. Besides tasting great, the snacks are GMO-free, soy-free, nut-free, and gluten-free. (Columbus Underground)

Today in Lakewood:

• Happy Hour at Western Reserve Distillers (4:00 PM)
• Open House Happy Hour at Trellis Rooftop (4:00 PM)
• On Paper at Mahall's (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Amari Cooper earned his sixth career 1,000-yard season during huis last catch of the Saturday game! He is now tied for third among most active receivers. (Cleveland Browns via Instagram)
• Aladdin's Eatery hosted a "Give Back Day" where they donated 10 percent of their Lakewood sales to Lakewood Alive. Thank you so much for your generous donation! (LakewoodAlive via Facebook)
• Want to ditch your old or broken Christmas lights? You can't put them in the recycling, but you can drop them off at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo through Jan. 31! (City of Lakewood, Ohio - Municipal Government via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you all tomorrow morning for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.