06/09/2026
Medina County Park District
Looking for a way to connect with nature this week? Join us for a variety of free programs, including a social hike for seniors, a guided nature walk, creative outdoor play for young children, an inclusive Walk and Roll event, a native plant sale, a family-friendly Mystery Quest, hands-on beetle exploration, and live bluegrass music at The Lodge. There's something for every age to enjoy in Medina County parks!
Tuesday, June 9
Senior Strides
Lake Medina - (Meet at the Granger Road Trailhead)
3733 Granger Road, Medina
10 to 11 a.m.
Join park volunteer Connie for Senior Strides, a once a month social hike for seniors! It’s a great opportunity to make new friends and get your exercise at the same time. Walks are one to two miles in length. Please dress for the weather, and be sure to wear appropriate footwear. Ages 50 and up. No registration is required. Free.
Wednesday, June 10
Natural Discoveries
Brunswick Lake Trail
1473 Parschen Blvd., Brunswick
10 to 11 a.m.
Join us for an easy walk to observe the unfolding of nature all year long in the parks. Natural Discoveries is an award based series of nature programs designed for ages seven to adult. No registration is required. Free.
Wednesday, June 10
Playing with the Wind
Hubbard Valley Park
8600 Hubbard Valley Road, Seville
10 to 10:45 a.m. or 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Young children are invited to bring an adult and join Amy Winnicki in a creative movement playtime. Wind themed activities using bubbles, balloons, and parachutes will be the focus of the program. Your child will learn that all of these items need air, and all are fun to play with, too! The program will be cancelled if it is raining. Ages two to six with an adult companion. Register by June 8. Free.
Friday, June 12
Walk and Roll
Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina
4581 Foote Road, Medina
6 to 7 p.m.
Integrated Community Solutions’ Walk and Roll Group is a free, inclusive opportunity for individuals of all abilities to come together, connect, and enjoy the outdoors. Participants are invited to join us as we explore the beautiful Shotwell Gardens Park at a comfortable and welcoming pace. This group is all about building community, fostering friendships, and experiencing the joy of nature together. All are welcome. Contact Lisa Morrison at info@ics oh.org or 216 280 7755 to register. Free.
Saturday, June 13
Sunday, June 14
Native Plant Sale & Education Booth
Chippewa Lake Park: Tumble Bug Trailhead
5796 Longacre Lane in Chippewa Lake (at corner of Lake Rd. and Longacre Ln.)
Sale will be in the yard at the museum
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join us for a great weekend of learning, community, and native plant shopping! This will be a wonderful opportunity to learn about the benefits of native plants, explore varieties that support pollinators and healthy ecosystems, shop for plants to enhance your own garden, and connect with others who care about conservation of our environment. Chippewa Lake Historical Society members will also be on hand to share what is happening with the new museum. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free admission. Cash or check only are accepted for plant purchases.
Saturday, June 13
Shotwell Gardens Mystery Quest
Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina
4581 Foote Road, Medina
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Looking for something to do with the fam? Come to Shotwell Gardens for a fun Mystery Quest. You will be given a list of clues to find mysterious items in the park. Snap a picture of each find and when complete, turn them in for a prize. All ages are welcome. This event is sponsored by the Photographers of the Park. We will have club members on hand to help you with any photography questions for all types of cameras, including your cellphone. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Saturday, June 13
Sunday, June 14
Beetle Bonanza
Susan Hambley Nature Center
1473 Parschen Blvd., Brunswick
12 to 5 p.m.
Making up around 25% of all recorded species, beetles are a fascinating and diverse order of insect. Come by the nature center to learn all about Coleoptera from the formidable mandibles of stag beetles to the metallic shells of jewel beetles, and everything in between. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
Sunday, June 14
Music at The Lodge:
Morning Star Bluegrass Band
The Lodge at Allardale
141 Remsen Road, Medina/Granger Township
2 to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the park with free, live musical entertainment. This summer concert series is sponsored by Friends of Medina County Parks. This month, Morning Star Bluegrass Band will fill the lodge with the sounds of bluegrass, gospel, and Americana music in a style reminiscent of the Bluegrass sounds of the 1930s and 40s. Join us for a toe tapping good time as this band’s energy is contagious! Concert will be held inside the Lodge. Authorized service animals only; no pets allowed in the building. All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free.
