🌱 Missing Teen Found Safe In Lakewood + Cleveland Summer Fun

Good morning, Lakewood! Like many of you, the Patch staff is taking some time off for the holiday, so there will not be a newsletter in your inbox on Monday morning. We'll catch up with you bright and early on Tuesday, but in the meantime, have a great Labor Day weekend!

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 84 Low: 70.

Here are the top three stories in Lakewood today:

1. A missing Cleveland teen has been found safe in Lakewood after disappearing on Aug. 27. 16-year-old Vanessa Bezares had last been seen in a stolen gray 2019 Hyundai driven from the Lakewood area. No further updates have been provided, but police indicated that Bezares may have been in the company of a woman named Maria, as well as two men named Chris and Tay. Police are looking into the situation. (Cleveland 19 News)
2. On Sep. 28, Keep Lakewood Beautiful is hosting a ‘pop-up’ cleanup event. Volunteers will meet up at Lakewood Hardware to get their equipment before heading off to pick up litter. Afterward, volunteers can relax and mingle at Mars Bar with a cool drink and the knowledge of a job well done. (Lakewood Patch)
3. Summer in Cleveland is a magical time, and this list of fun activities will help you enjoy it to the max. Catching fireflies at the Lakefront Promenade in Lakewood Park is a classic summer tradition that will delight old and young alike, while the Swings-N-Things Fun Park is sure to make a big splash. Take a look and see which activities spell summer fun for you and your family. (Only In Your State)

Today in Lakewood:

• Illusions: The Drag Brunch Cleveland at 5 O’Clock Lounge (1:30 PM)
• VIP Warehouse And Patio at Around The Corner Saloon & Cafe (7:00 PM)
• Space Jams at Lakewood Congregational Church (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Get ready to celebrate, Lakewood! On Saturday, Sep. 10, the 34th annual Lakewood Community Festival will roll into town with tons of food, fun, and activities - all to celebrate the culture and community of Lakewood. (City of Lakewood, Ohio - Municipal Government via Facebook)
• Explore history in style! Take a historical House Tour in Lakewood on Sunday, Sep. 11 to see some truly stunning classic designs and one-of-a-kind homes from bygone eras. (Lakewood Historical Society, Ohio via Facebook)
• Want to take your wet, creepy basement and keep out the dampness for good? Retired contractor John Turner will be giving a free lecture on how to waterproof your basement and stop the damp from getting you down. The lecture is scheduled for Thursday, Sep. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Lakewood Public Library. (LakewoodAlive via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! See you soon 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.