SHOP IN MENTOR
It’s holiday crunch time! Sidestep the shipping sagas, protect your packages from porch pirates, and pop into a Mentor store for your perfect present today! From quirky to classic and everything in between, the hundreds of retailers that call Mentor home have exactly what you’re looking for. The added bonus? You support our local economy. 66 cents of every dollar spent locally stays right here in Mentor. So shop small, shop local, shop Mentor! Visit www.shopinmentor.com to learn more.
HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS
Mentor city offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025, in observance of Christmas Day and Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Years Day. Happy holidays!
CHRISTMAS TREE DROPOFF SITES
After Christmas, recycle your live tree at a Mentor park. Drop-off locations include Edward R. Walsh Park – 7221 Bellflower Road, Eleanor B. Garfield Park – 7967 Mentor Avenue, Donald E. Krueger Park – 7556 Chillicothe Road, Morton Park – 9325 Rosemary Lane. Please remove all decorations and plastic bags. Drop-off locations will be open through January 31, 2026.
SKATE INTO THE MENTOR ICE ARENA
The coolest place in town’s public skating schedule is full effect with near-daily open skates through January 3rd. Learn more at www.mentoricearena.com.
MENTOR CHILL OUT RETURNS
Save the date! Join us for a winter celebration like no other! Mentor Chill Out returns on January 17, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Mentor Civic Center Complex. This exciting community event offers a full day of icy fun, warm flavors, and unforgettable entertainment for all ages. This is a snow or shine event. Learn more at www.mentorchillout.com.
JOIN THE MENTOR SENIOR CENTER
The Mentor Senior Center is Lake County’s largest gathering spot for seniors with hundreds of friendly programs and activities designed just for you. Joining is easy, affordable, and open to all Lake County residents 55+. Mentor residents pay only $10 a year, while non-residents pay just $15 a year. Learn more at cityofmentor.com/join-us-at-the-mentor-senior-center/