Wildwood Cultural Center

11/06/2023

A beautiful day to walk the 2+ miles of trails at WILDWOOD PARK, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor. The grounds are open daily dawn to dusk, Trail maps avalaible at the kiosk near the parking lot.

11/03/2023

Enjoy a fall stroll through the lovely 2+ miles of trails at Mentor's Wildwood Park, 7645 Little Mountain Road.
The Park is open daily dawn to dusk. Then Manor House is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

11/03/2023

Looking for 3 art minded individuals to apply for Mentor Community Arts Commission postions!

The Commission meets the first Thursday of the month, 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Wildwood Cultural Center.

The Commission is a volunteer advisory board and positions are for a three year term.

MISSION STATEMENT:
The Community Arts Commission of the City of Mentor shall:
By making use of the Wildwood Cultural Center and other public venues, bring cultural enrichment to City of Mentor residents by designing and providing programs, events and experiences from time to time, to help make living in Mentor a source of pleasure and inspiration for residents of all ages.

For an application and furhter infomation go to:
https://cityofmentor.com/wp-content/uploads/Application-Board-or-Commission-Fillable-3.pdf

Per Mentor Code of Ordinances Sec. 115.28, persons seeking appointment to a position must submit an application and résumé to the Clerk of Council.

Deadline for submission is 5:00 p.m., December 15, 2023.

For more information please contact Clerk of Council Julie A. Schiavoni at:
[email protected] or call 440-974-5700.

11/02/2023

SCARECROW CONTEST WINNER #2! Congratulations! Thank you to everyone who participated!

11/01/2023

Thank you to the 1,600+ people who attended the city of Mentor's Mysteries of the Manor Trail Golf Cart Hayride held at Wildwood Cultural Center on October 27, 28, and 29! Along with the golf cart ride this years festival included several new games and activities: an additional bounce house - bounce and obstacle course, free pumpkin craft, rotten egg hunt, ball pit, ring toss, new ball toss, frizbee golf, climbing hay bales, train layout running inside, Cleveland Clinic free craft inside, vendors and so much more! Registration for the 2024 event begins in August.

11/01/2023

Thank you to the 1,600+ people who attended the city of Mentor's Mysteries of the Manor Trail Golf Cart Hayride held at Wildwood Cultural Center on October 27, 28, and 29! Along with the golf cart ride this years festival included several new games and activities: an additional bounce house - bounce and obstacle course, free pumpkin craft, rotten egg hunt, ball pit, ring toss, ball toss, frizbee golf, climbing hay bales, train layout running inside, Cleveland Clinic free craft inside, vendors and so much more! Registration for the 2024 event begins in August. More pictures to come!

10/31/2023

10/30/2023

Wow!! What an amazing weekend we had at Wildwood Cultural Center . The amount of amazing people we met was overwhelming! We now have many more people coming into our community!! We are grateful for all of the continued support from the community/everyone. Please continue to share and follow us. Thank you everyone.

That being said: online ordering is open!! Don't forget to place your orders today-wednesday and you can pick them up in Mentor on Thursday!! We are so excited to continue to serve and grow our community!

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10/30/2023

10/30/2023

10/25/2023

10/22/2023

MONSTER BASH at Wildwood Cultural Center on Saturday, October 21 was a blast! Thank you to all who participated!

10/21/2023

10/15/2023

Celebrate Halloween at Wildwood Cultural Center's
MONSTER BASH HALLOWEEN PARTY with a TWIST OCTOBER 21, 7 p.m.!

You are invited to Dracula and Elviria's castle to celebrate the 13th anniversary of their beloved daughter Morticia and her husband Bruno at this INTERACTIVE THEATRICAL FRIGHT NIGHT!

The evening offers light appetizers, drinks, dancing and so much more! You are welcome to responsibly bring beverages of your choice. Ages 21+

$25 per person

To create and online account with the city of Mentor and register, call Wildwood (440) 974-5735.
If you have and online account register at: https://secure.rec1.com/OH/mentor-oh/catalog/index/34f475ab55bc00333917f6077d711565?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZsb2NhdGlvbiU1QjE0MzYxJTVEPTE=

10/05/2023

Is that time of year again at Wildwood and the scarecrows are out! Vote for your favorite scarecrow design by liking the picture. Cheer on your favorite scarecrow by commenting. Winner will be announced- November 1st. Get your likes on at Wildwood!

10/04/2023

Stroll the grounds of WILDWOOD PARK!!!
Open daily dawn to dusk, Monday - Friday.
Picnc tables avaliable.
2+ miles of trails.
Located at Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor!

09/29/2023

Now through October 31st, enjoy the wonderful talents of local photographers at the [unveiled] Photography Contest located at the Mentor Municipal Center (8500 Civic Center Blvd Mentor Ohio 44060) Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm. This year's winners are as followed:
Best of Show
"Owl"
Dwight Boyer

Open Category: Color
"Beautiful Sky"
Nancy Richards

Open Category: Black and White
"Turning Night"
James Wright

Themed Category: Black and White
"Skyline"
Brett Shelby

Themed Category: Color
"Stairway"
Anne Kline

09/26/2023

LAST CALL for TICKETS for the MYSTERIES OF THE MANOR GOLF CART HAYRIDE on Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29!

This event is filled with fall fun: the golf cart hayride, dancing, food trucks, vendors, crafts, a wide variety of games, rotten egg hunt, bounce houses, inside movies, train layout running, historic tours, and so much more!!!

Limited ticket availability for:
Saturday October 28
2 - 4pm
Sunday, October 29
2 -4pm
4- 6pm
Mentor residents' tickets $15 / Non-Mentor residents $18

One ticket is needed per person ages 2 and older.

To register call Wildwood Cultural Center (440) 974-5735.

09/26/2023

Thank you to everyone who attended the NEO Investigations: Streets of Cleveland from Mobs to Murders in the 1900’s. A lot of infomation was covered! Look for additional classes in spring of 2024.

09/25/2023

Thank you to all who pre-registerd and attended the Paranormal Investigation at the Mentor Cementery on Saturday, September 23! A lot was learned by all!

09/23/2023

AUDITIONS for a NEW WILDWOOD THEATRICAL PRODUCTION!

Currently scheduling private auditions for the week of Monday, Septmber 25 - Friday, September 29.

To schedule a time call WIldwood Cultural Center at (440) 974-5735 or email [email protected]

09/22/2023

GREAT JOB for all who CREATED A STAIN GLASS OWL at the Wildwood Cultural Center Stained Glass by Vicki classes!

Up and coming classes:

Stained Glass, Ages 16+
This is an artistic and creative stain glass program where no experience or supplies are needed. Instructor will provide all tools and safety equipment for you to use in class. Be sure to dress comfortably, no sandals or open toed shoes. Not recommended for pregnant women due to the chemicals used.
Instructor: Vicki Vesel
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center

3-D GLASS CHRISTMAS TREE
Construct a tabletop sized lighted 3-dimensional stained-glass Christmas Tree. Learn how to cut, shape and solder-stained glass. You can also embellish your tree with several different decorations $25 cash material fee due to instructor on the first night of class.
October 25 - November 22 Wednesdays 2:30 - 5 p.m.
Mentor Resident: $55 / Nonresident: $65

GLASS PICKLE
Does your family participate in the Christmas Pickle tradition? This year add a new twist and make a family heirloom to pass down, your own stained-glass pickle. You will learn how to cut glass however this project involves minimal cutting and grinding which are the most time-consuming parts of the process. $15 material fee due to the instructor the first night of the class.
December 6 - December 13 Wednesdays 2:30 - 5 p.m.
Mentor Resident: $30 / Nonresident: $36

For more infomation and to register call WIldwood (440) 974-5735.

09/22/2023

WONDERFUL JOB to all who performed at the Thursday, September 21 piano and violin STUDENT RECITIAL led by Instructor Sara Beam!

09/21/2023

The Lake Effect Jazz Quartet performed at Wildwood Cultural Center's Fall for Jazz wine and appetizer pairing program Wednesday night. A wonderful night had by all!

09/20/2023

Thank you to everyone who attend the NEO Crime Investigations: History of Crime program this week - we learned alot!

Up and coming:

STREETS of CLEVELAND from MODS to MURDERS in the 1900'sStreets of Cleveland f Ages 16+
Monday, September 25, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Join representative of the Cleveland Police Historical Museum as they talk about the infamous Eliot Ness and his time with the Cleveland Police Department. Representative will also touch base on the historical Kingsbury Run and the impact it had on the force and the Cleveland community in the 1930’s. Light Refreshments included!
Location: Wildwood Living Room

Mentor Resident: $15 / Nonresident: $18

To register call Wildwood (440) 974-5735.

09/20/2023

https://fox8.com/video/new-day-cleveland-the-charmed-kitchen/9012795/

Congratulations to Judi Strauss who leads Wildwood Cultural Center's In the Kitchen with Judi Strauss cooking classes, for being on New Day Cleveland today!

Below are Judi's up and coming classes. Each class is $15 for Mentor residents and $18 for nonresidents. To register call Wildwood (440) 974-5735.
PIEROGI
If you want to learn to make your own pierogi- this is the class!! They take a little time, but aren't hard to make at all. Pierogi, filled dumplings, are a traditional Polish dish. They are often filled with potatoes, but they can be filled with any number of ingredients. Food Fee $10.00
October 3 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

PIES and TARTS
Learn how to make a perfect pie, quiche and tart every time. You will get recipes for several types of crusts including sweet, savory, low fat, no-bake and even a yeast raised crust. Learn how to pair up the right crusts with fillings. Food Fee $ 9.00
October 10 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

DUMPLINGS
The word dumpling means different things to different people. Dumplings can be noodle like spaetzle, soft bready biscuits sitting on top of stew or Asian dough filled with any number of ingredients. Food Fee $10.00
October 17 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

AWASH in SQUASH
Did you know that in August there are more zucchini than there are people in this country? Whether you grow your own or just know someone who does you know how prolific summer squash can be. This class will help take back your life and kitchen counters by giving you tons and tons of way to use both summer and winter squash. Food Fee $8.00
October 24 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

FABULOUS PHYLLO
This paper-thin dough is the base for so many wonderful dishes. Phyllo is for more than Baklava. You can make any number of sweet and savory dishes including baklava, cookies, cheesy appetizers, nutty rolls and more. Food Fee $10.00
November 7 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

PARTY STARTERS
This class with show you how to get the party started. There will be recipes for appetizers and first courses. From finger foods to salads, these small bites are sure to make your evening special. Food Fee $10.00
November 14 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

COOKIES, COOKIES, COOKIES
What could be friendlier than a plate of fresh baked cookies? In class you’ll get hands-on experience making both traditional and innovative cookies including Holiday Fans, Ginger Cookies, Snow People and many more. Bring an apron and baking sheet and be prepared to have a sweet time. Food Fee $9.00
November 28 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

GIFTS FROM THE KITCHEN
Homemade gifts are always appreciated. They are also more personal than store bought gifts. In class you’ll get lots and lots of ideas on easy homemade gifts from food. You will also work on a hands-on project and will have samples to taste in class. Food Fee $9.00
December 5 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

HOLIDAY BAKING
Create that home for the holiday feeling by learning how to bake some traditional favorites. You’ll also learn how to bake some less-traditional foods, too. There will be several treats to sample in class including tree-shaped sweet rolls and cheese puffs. Food Fee $9.00
December 12 Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m.

Call wildwood to register (440) 974-5735.

New Day Cleveland

09/15/2023

Wildwood Park trails are open daily dawn to dusk! Enjoy a walk in the woods close to home!

Wildwood Park 7645 Little Mountain Road, Mentor!

09/14/2023

SELF-CARE: STRETCH AND MEDIATION at Wildwood Cultural Center
September 19 – October 3, Tuesdays, 7:15 – 8:15 p.m.

Enjoy this relaxing experience as our instructor walks you through is three-week course on-how meditation and stretching work together to make your body feel, inspired, transformed, and connected. This beginner’s program is set up for to learn the dynamics of stretching and meditation to center oneself and create positivity. (Patrons need to supply yoga mat).

Instructor: Maggie Runyon
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center 7645 Little Mountain Road

Mentor resident: $30 / Nonresident: $36

To register and create an online account with the city of Mentor call Wildwood (440) 974-5735.

If you have an account register at: https://secure.rec1.com/OH/mentor-oh/catalog/index/33f7fbba2a518299bc1f89047278bc3d?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZsb2NhdGlvbiU1QjE0MzYxJTVEPTE=

09/14/2023

PINECONE SUCCULENT PICTURE FRAME
September 25, Monday, 7 – 9 p.m. at WIldwood Cultural Center!

Create this beautiful, and aspiring, succulent looking picture frame wall hanging using - moss, paint and you guessed it PINECONES! Become one with nature in this class creating a unique masterpiece to brag to all your friends about! ALSO… don’t forget all the useless trivia and facts you will learn by the end of the class at this Women of WIldwood program

Instructor: Linda Wintersteller & Heather Zimmerman
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center, 7645 Little Mountain Road

Mentor Resident: $25 / Nonresident: $30

To register and create an account with the city of Mentor call WIldwood (440) 974-5735.

If you have an account, register at:
https://secure.rec1.com/OH/mentor-oh/catalog/index/33f7fbba2a518299bc1f89047278bc3d?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZsb2NhdGlvbiU1QjE0MzYxJTVEPTE=

09/14/2023

THANK YOU to the Michael Eric Schirch Duo for performing their stylistic contemporary jazz last night at Wildwood Cultural Center's Fall for Jazz wine and appetizer paring!

We are looking forward to the Lake Effect Jazz Quartet on Wednesday, September 20. Limited tickets avaliable (440) 974-5735.

09/13/2023

NEO CRIME INVESTIGATIONS SERISE:

HISTORY OF CRIME SCENES
September 18, Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Join Wildwood as they take you back in time with a local law enforcement detective from Cleveland and the City of Mentor. These detective will give you an exclusive in sites and walk you through crime scenes, investigations, and evidence while on the force. Light Refreshments included!

STREETS OF CLEVELAND FROM MOBS TO MURDERS IN THE 1900'S
September 25, Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Join representative of the Cleveland Police Historical Museum as they talk about the infamous Eliot Ness and his time with the Cleveland Police Department. Representative will also touch base on the historical Kingsbury Run and the impact it had on the force and the Cleveland community in the 1930’s. Light Refreshments included!

Ages 16+
Mentor resident: $15 / Nonresident: $18 for each class

To register and create an online account with the city of Mentor call Wildwood (440) 974-5735.

If you have an account register at:
https://secure.rec1.com/OH/mentor-oh/catalog/index/33f7fbba2a518299bc1f89047278bc3d?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZsb2NhdGlvbiU1QjE0MzYxJTVEPTE=