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Get Out: Nature Preserve Opening, a Grand Re-Opening and Organic Farming This Weekend

This weekend is loaded with things to do not too far away.

Where/When: 150 Lear Rd, Avon Lake/ May 6,  7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Why Go: is hosting a grand re-opening on May 6 from 7 - 9 p.m. Come see the gallery's selection of paintings, art and framing options. The gallery is located at 150 Lear Road.

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Pricing: Free

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Where/When: 2739 Center Rd, Avon, OH 44011/10 a.m., May 7
Why Go: The newest Lorain County MetroPark, and the first one in Avon, Miller Nature Preserve and Conservatory is 78 acres of wooded land featuring a conservatory and visitors center with a cafe, gift shop and kitchen for cooking demonstrations. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., after which visitors can tour the conservatory and visitors center. Admission is free to the to the visitors center, $2 for the conservatory. Moms get in free this weekend.

Pricing: Admission is free to the to the visitors center, $2 for the conservatory. Moms get in free this weekend.

Where/When: Avon Lake Public Library/May 7, 10 a.m.

Why Go: Learn the basics of organic gardening from expert Albert Hobar who will explain the ins and outs of growing the way nature intended.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , Krebs Road, Avon Lake/May 7, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Why Go: Here's a unique fundraiser for the Holly Hill Equestrian Team. Join in the fun celebrating Chantal's impending motherhood. Games, prizes and snacks.

Pricing: $5

Where/When:. , 17200 Royalton Rd, Strongsville, OH 44136 /May 7, 2 p.m

Why Go:  Kids 8-12 come to this exclusive release party for the new Kane Chronicles book. Call 440-846-1144 for reservations. The event is a perfect family outing.

Pricing:  Free.

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