MENTOR CITYFEST
Mentor CityFest returns to Mentor Civic Center Park on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM and Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
This two-day family-friendly festival is packed with activities, games, live entertainment, food and more! Def Leggend (Def Leppard tribute) will perform on Friday at 8:00 PM. Queen Nation (Queen tribute) will perform Saturday at 8:00 PM. Free admission and parking to the event. Bounce houses and some activities will require a wristband which will be available for purchase at the event. For more information, visit www.mentorcityfest.com.
MENTOR RECREATION CENTER REOPENS
The Mentor Community Recreation Center was temporarily closed from August 11-15, 2025, for a comprehensive deep-cleaning of the facility. The scheduled closure is part of our ongoing commitment to providing a safe and healthy environment for all our patrons. The facility will reopen on Saturday, August 16, 2025. For additional information, visit www.mentorrec.com.
MENTOR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mentor City Council will meet on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM in council chambers located on the third floor of the Mentor Municipal Center. Mentor City Council meetings are open to the public and are broadcast live on the Mentor Channel, Spectrum 1024, U-Verse 99, and on our App available for ROKU, Apple, Android, and Amazon Fire. Meetings are rebroadcast numerous times throughout the following week.
MENTOR ROCKS: DARK SIDE OF THE MOON
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and ambiance of Pink Floyd as Dark Side of the Moon returns to the Amp on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM to offer a testimonial to the unique experience of a Pink Floyd concert and the emotions they stir. Free admission and parking. 13 food trucks and beverage service for those 21+. Learn more at www.mentorrocks.info.
MENTOR FARMERS MARKET
The Mentor Farmers Market is held Fridays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Eleanor B. Garfield Park from through September 12, 2025. Established in 2003 as the Old Village Market, the Mentor Farmers Market has grown to over 30 vendors per week. Shoppers can enjoy an afternoon under century-old shade trees while supporting local farmers and artisans. Indulge in variety of fresh, locally-grown produce or satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious pies and baked goods or local honey. Learn more at www.mentorfarmersmarket.com.
TUNES AT THE LAGOONS: THE CALIBER BAND
Experience rockin’ country music at its finest at the Mentor Lagoons on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM as the Caliber Band delivers a top-notch tribute to Y2Kountry, playing 80’s through today’s biggest country hits. Learn more at www.tunesatthelagoons.com.
MOSQUITO TREATMENT
The Lake County General Health District has posted their mosquito treatment schedule for the week of August 18-22, 2025. Portions of Mentor will be treated on Monday and Tuesday. Learn more at https://cityofmentor.com/2025-mosquito-treatment-schedule/.
NOPEC GAS RATE UPDATE
NOPEC has published their upcoming natural gas Standard Program prices that will take effect in September 2025 and hold steady through December 2025. Visit www.nopec.org/checkrates for details.
LAKE COUNTY VISION 2050
Lake County has announced the launch of “VISION 2050”, the county’s first comprehensive plan in over six decades. Public input is vital to shaping the future of Lake County. Over the coming months, planning staff, local officials, and stakeholders will be out at county fairs and festivals gathering community feedback. Additionally, residents can also participate through an online survey. Learn more at https://cityofmentor.com/lake-county-vision-2050/.