What to do local on New Years Eve?

Painesville Square New Years Eve Party
December 31st, 2008
The Storm Cellar Bar & Grill
440-352-3087

There is no cover charge but you must be 21 years old. You can make reservations by calling 440-352-3087. There is FREE INDOOR PARKING in the attached parking garage at 66 South St. Clair Street in Painesville. (Google Map)

Happy Holidays

I just want to wish all of you a happy holiday season. I hope that you all find happiness in the coming year and always remember that life is not always perfect, but you can make a difference in your final outcome and feel good about what you did while on this planet.

Positive restaurant review

Ate at Jimmy's again so peek in to see what I thought.

Restaurant review, "positive" of course

Check out what I think of Seniors' new menu.

Positive time of year

I am asking, urging all of us to make a difference in one persons life. Take the time this season to find a person, family what-ever, and try and help them out. Donate to a shelter, Salvation Army, do something. The reason that this country is different is because many of us care about people that we do not know. Post your ideas that may help someone else decide where to give, and please do more than just post, ACT!

Readers reviews

I am taking suggestions about different types of "Positive reviews". If you do something in the City , feel free to write me an email, by going to my profile, and I will consider posting it. Leave a name or screen name for me, won't post anonymous poster reviews, sorry. You could be reviewing an event, shop, or a friendly cashier at the bank, don't care. Let me know and lets see what happens.

Positive resaurant review

Check inside for a new place for me to visit, Jimmy's.

Some great holiday events happening in Painesville this week.

Spirit of the Season
Saturday, December 6th 12:00pm
Painesville Square & Main Street

Bring the family down to the Painesville Square on Saturday to see Santa and a Christmas Parade at PCIC's annual Spirit of the Season. The parade steps off at noon on Saturday. They'll be an opportunity for photos with Santa as well as holiday displays and children's activities.

Christmas Vespers
Sunday, December 7th 4:30pm
Morley Music Hall

Come experience the pageantry and spirit of Lake Erie College's Christmas Vespers concert on Sunday December 7, at 4:30 p.m.Christmas Vespers is one of the oldest traditions of the College, dating back to the early 1900s. The concert is free and open to the public.

Castways Concert
Friday, December 12th 8:00pm
The Storm Cellar (on the square)

Escape the winter cold and hear some live music at The Storm Cellar. The Castaways rocked Main Street at Taste of Painesville and are returning for an encore performance.

Veterans park

I would like to say that Veterans park looks great!  I did like some of the old decorations to be honest and was looking forward to seeing the family of carolers lit by the spot lights, but these are very nice.  The park really shines.  I can not wait till some snow falls, whitens the ground and trees.  I will be in the park with the camera taking some low light photgraphs, and I will post them when I do.  By the way, I took the photo at the top of Positively Painesville.  

Happy Thanksgiving

I just wanted to wish all of you out there a Happy Thanksgiving. And to remember that there are people out there much less fortunate that you and I. Maybe take the time this holiday to thank someone that will be working through the holiday to make sure we are safe. Go to your local fire department and police stations and tell them that you are glad that they are working and not forgotten. As well, please take time to remember the men and woman in the military that also serve during the holidays. Maybe get a tray of veggies or cookies and take it to them. Box up some magazines and beef jerky and send it to the military serving abroad. Give thanks for what you truly are thankful and make sure those around you know, you will be repaid. God bless. JT

Positive Restaurant review

Well, I changed up a bit and will do a breakfast here.  Saturday Morning at The Sidewalk Cafe.  Check it out!

Check out what's coming to Bistro 70

There are two big holiday events coming up that you don't want to miss.  Both are happening at Bistro 70, an upscale but casual restaurant and bar at 70 North St. Clair in Downtown Painesville.

Holiday Kick-Off Party with Alex Bevan
Wednesday, November 26th 7:00pm

Grammy-nominated artist Alex Bevan will be performing.  There will be martini specials and half-priced wines.

Holiday Festival of Wines
Thursday, December 4th 7:00pm

This is your opportunity to sample over 30 wines, so you can choose the perfect wine to dazzle your family and friends this holiday season.  Last year this event was packed so be sure to call and reserve your tickets today.  440.352.7070  15$ presale tickets / $20 door tickets  Price includes eight sampling tickets and hors d'oeuvres.


Bistro 70
70 North St. Clair, Painesville
440.352.7070

If you've never been to Bistro 70, be sure to check it out.  It's one of the best restaurants in Lake County.

Favorite Painesville Wintertime memories!

A frequent contributor, DC, wrote that they would like to see a post for their favorite winter memories of Painesville.  Maybe you went sledding down Telegraph hill, driving through to see all the lights, maybe a Chirstmas Eve church service that is very pretty.  Whatever your winter memories feel free to write about them and share with the rest of us.  I would love to hear some stories of "Old Painesville" during it's hay day if there is anyone out there to help?  Thanks DC!

Painesville Holiday Open House review

Big success!! There were cars and people everywhere. Everyone behaved themselves and with a Salvation Army bell ringer working the scene and the light snow whisping about, it really felt like the holidays. The lights were all on and the area looked great. I really do love this affair and am counting the days till next year. Did not this used to be called something else in years gone by like "Men's night" or something like that? Maybe someone knows. Good Job Downtown Org. things went off well.

My favorite location...Grande Designs! The combo of the decorations, friendly owners and staff, coupled with the food and frivolity made for a wonderful time. Their attention to detail in the window design reminds me of the big cities that take time to change the window displays for the seasons. Great job guys!

Positive retaurant review

Flavors on the Square again!!!  Look inside to see what happened this week.

Painesville's Holiday Open House

Please support the downtown area folks and come downtown on Tuesday, November 18th for the annual Painesville Holiday Open House.

More information at:
http://www.downtownpainesville.org

Positive restaurant review

Sidewalk Cafe this week. Check inside for a full review of this perfect little place.

Get out and VOTE!!

I am urging all out there to get out and vote for your candidate and the issues that you are passionate about. Take the time and sit in line, what-ever you need to do, get your sticker and VOTE! No matter your beliefs or ideals, take this chance to VOTE and remember the many that have died before you that allowed you to keep that gift.

Memories

Maybe you remember the old Painesville and were looking for a place to put your fond memories. Tell us about something you know about old Painesville that makes you think of your childhood. Maybe a family member stayed at the Parmly Hotel? Maybe you shopped downtown Painesville and you remember a funny story about one of the traffic cops directing traffic. Who knows, but here is the place to write your thoughts. Have fun, keep it clean and yes the delete button still works over here.

Positive Ideas

What would you like to see done with the site of Lake East Hospital. We hear so much negative about the move, like we could change it now, and I was curious what good might come out of this. I am not ignoring the obvious here, just hoping to spur some good conversation.

Fall Fest

This Saturday at Painesville Veterans park the City will be hosting "Fall Fest". Sounds like it is going to be a good time. Starts at 1 pm and runs through 4 pm. They will have games and events and food as well, small prices from what I hear. Bring the kids and have a good time. See you there.

Answer to poll

Bolton, Conn. according to the plaque at the base of the statue. He was born in the year 1746 as an added bonus.

Abraham Lincoln factoid and quote.

Everyone should know that Abraham Lincoln came through the City of Painesville and spoke with 500 residents at the Depot. Then he returned through the City on a funeral car after his assassination. Go to the first post to see my all time favorite Lincoln quote.

What makes you proud?

What about the City of Painesville makes you proud? Maybe it is the history, the parks, the services, schools, whatever makes you proud to tell someone that you live in Painesville, lets hear it.

New poll about your Cities history.

Please take the time to go to the victims memorial and look at the statue of Gen. Edward Paine for the answer to this local qustion.  The answer is surely on the internet, but this is to get you to go to the memrorial and see it for yourself.  Enjoy!

Positive Resaurant review, week three...

This week, not the Lake Erie College, sorry guys, hope you did not look to hard.  But I went to Seniors on Washington  St.  Check out the first post for the review, gracias'.

Positive restaurant review, not restuncle...

This weeks review is of Flavors on the square.  Nice little Mom and Pop type of place that has chnged hands a few times but always pleases.  Check out the review in my post.  

Profile update

I have updated my profile a bit...and included a newly created email address if you would like to send suggestions to me for events and coming happenings.  Feel free to send me a message knowing that oly I will see it.  

Positive restaurant review

I will try and log on and give my take on a local joint that I went to during the week. I consider myself a decent judge of food and these comments are only my opinions. I will post the meal I ate and from where, but keep in mind I am a simple person. If you have a place you would like reviewed let me know and I will consider it. This week "China House" on Main St.

Storm Cellar Grand opening!

The grand opening for the Storm Cellar is set for 09-19-2008 from 4:30-7:00 pm. They are offering complimentary appetizers, prizes and games. Free parking in the parking garage! You can RSVP at 440-352-3087. Stop out and welcome them in.

City Website information

I am posting this as there are many I am sure that are unaware of the City's website. There is allot of very good information here and you should log on once in a while to get some of your answers to questions. It is very informative. www.painesville.com

Big thanks City workers!

I would like to give a big thanks out to the City of Painesville departments that had to work during the storm and after. I understand that there were many things that happened and the City seemed to fair pretty well. The clean up is still at hand and they appear to be taking care of business, GREAT JOB!

Answer to Poll.

The first newsboy was hired by the New York Sun in..............1833! Thanks for playing along.

What impact has 9/11 had on Painesville?

I am curious what you think about how the attacks against this country directly effected Painesville, Ohio? You could also post a personal story here if it relates to the attacks if you were somehow directly effected also. Please be respectful and remember...

What did you do this summer?

I did many things this summer that were Paineville related and was wondering if you had any reflections to share?  Maybe you did one thing in the City that was fun or went to a shop for the first time?  Maybe you had a family picnic at the park, my son and daughter like to go to the river down in recreation park and look for salamanders, cray-fish and skipping rocks.  What is it that draws your attention here.  JT

New feature added to site!

I have added a poll to the bottom of the site. This one is an experiment and more to come with Painesville related facts. If I can get reactions on the polls maybe we could have some fun and learn more about the City.

Do you have a question?

If you have a question about Painesville, list it here and I will do my best to get an answer for you. No promises, I will just ask some questions and get you the best answers I can. I will not drift south of my positive borders so beware and keep that in mind when asking...I don't have to answer negative questions.

Taste of Painesville

Thursday September 4^th beginning at 5 pm. Live band this year featuring “The Castaways”. There is going to be a good time to be had by all I am certain. I hope to see many people turn out to support the City.

Why do you like Painesville?

I am curious as to the reasons that you may have that you like The City of Painesville. If you plan on leaving negative comments, I plan on deleting them. Lets hear what you have to say Painesville.