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Please help with Pepsi Grants for Conneaut Lake Park!
Hello,
The PEPSIREFRESHPROJECT is
back!
Just a short while ago Park Restoration was
almost successful in winning a $50K grant that would have refreshed the entire
Midway of Conneaut Lake Park.
We ended 18th in the country out of over a
1000 entries...not too bad...many thanks for all of your
support!
This time, friends of Conneaut Lake
Park, the Trustees and Park Restoration have four huge projects in mind
that could be instrumental in getting the Park back on it's feet.
~ How about a fresh new Hotel Conneaut
Exterior and Veranda?
~ or a newly refreshed FreeAct Lawn Pavilion
and Entertainment area on the beach Lakeside?
~ Think of a Dreamland Pavilion and dance
floor to bring back the big bands that made the Ballroom so
memorable?
~ and how about Refreshed Midway area
to allow for the creation of a Artisan Mall?
How to Vote:
It's simple. Go to www.refresheverything.com and
register.
...and then vote and vote everyday during
the month of May.
Votes accumulate over the month so it is
important to keep voting daily.
You can vote for up to 10 projects daily
...or should we say our 4 projects!
Pepsi added a new twist - "POWER
VOTING".
Specially marked Pepsi products have a code
that gives you up to 100 extra votes!
If you enjoy a good Pepsi product, those
extra votes could be huge.
To simplify voting, just click on the links
below and you'll be ready to vote.
Or go to www.refresheverything.com and search
for "Conneaut".
Your votes got the Blue Streak back in
operation in 2010.
...and they can help bring back this one of
a kind historic gem that is so deserving of a refresh!
Let's make it Happen!
Steve, Joyce, Tracy and Greg
Park Restoration LLC
Now YOU can help restore Conneaut Lake Park's historic midway!
Great News!
We just received word from Pepsi that our application to refresh the Midway area in Conneaut lake Park has been accepted!
Park Restoration LLC is working with the Conneaut Lake Park Trustees to pursue the Pepsi Refresh Grant to beautify the Conneaut Lake Park Midway.
Voting for the project begins this Monday 1/3/11 at 6AM and ends at the end of the month.
With the devastation of the Dreamland Ballroom fire, the collapse of the Funhouse (Ultimate trip) building roof, the lack of maintenance and tree root growth, the Midway has become a bit run down...
With a simple vote (EVERY DAY) by you, your friends, family and co-workers we can all make a huge impact on a bright future for Conneaut Lake Park. If we are successful and get the grant, you can expect to see beautiful planters, refurbished walkways,refreshed building facades and lighting and the reconstruction of the Funhouse (Ultimate trip) building shell....and - if we get the grant - we'll have it ready for a grand Park reopening this Summer Season.
We can't stress how huge of a positive impact this grant would have on Conneaut Lake Park. You did it with the Blue Streak! The grant money awarded from Pepsi was instrumental in funding the repairs and reopening of the one of a kind classic coaster; Labor Day weekend 2010.
So please take the time to get your friends, family and co-workers to vote and vote everyday. You will be helping save a Historic Gem that lives in the lives of thousands. Conneaut Lake Park is one of the few remaining traditional family amusement parks.
Go to www.refresheverything.com/conneautlakeparkmidway to vote and lets make it happen!
Thank you,
Park Restoration LLC and the Conneaut Lake Park Trustees
We just received word from Pepsi that our application to refresh the Midway area in Conneaut lake Park has been accepted!
Park Restoration LLC is working with the Conneaut Lake Park Trustees to pursue the Pepsi Refresh Grant to beautify the Conneaut Lake Park Midway.
Voting for the project begins this Monday 1/3/11 at 6AM and ends at the end of the month.
With the devastation of the Dreamland Ballroom fire, the collapse of the Funhouse (Ultimate trip) building roof, the lack of maintenance and tree root growth, the Midway has become a bit run down...
With a simple vote (EVERY DAY) by you, your friends, family and co-workers we can all make a huge impact on a bright future for Conneaut Lake Park. If we are successful and get the grant, you can expect to see beautiful planters, refurbished walkways,refreshed building facades and lighting and the reconstruction of the Funhouse (Ultimate trip) building shell....and - if we get the grant - we'll have it ready for a grand Park reopening this Summer Season.
We can't stress how huge of a positive impact this grant would have on Conneaut Lake Park. You did it with the Blue Streak! The grant money awarded from Pepsi was instrumental in funding the repairs and reopening of the one of a kind classic coaster; Labor Day weekend 2010.
So please take the time to get your friends, family and co-workers to vote and vote everyday. You will be helping save a Historic Gem that lives in the lives of thousands. Conneaut Lake Park is one of the few remaining traditional family amusement parks.
Thank you,
Park Restoration LLC and the Conneaut Lake Park Trustees
The oldest building on the Conneaut Lake Park grounds comes back to "Life".
The once condemned McClure house has been repaired for use in the popular Ghost lake attraction that opened in late September 2010.
The McClure House was due to be torn down and was condemned for use, but luckily due to the lack of funds, the demise of the property was delayed and we were able to save it for immediate use on the Ghost Lake event and for future residential housing or similar use.
The McClure house was built in 1850's and in1897 after the passing of Col. Frank Mantor, it was converted to the Mantor House. In 1906, it was renamed the Lakeside Inn upon the addition of the third floor. In the 1960s the Hotel stopped hosting guests and was converted to en employee dormitory.
Its long history serves well into the Ghost Lake attraction. We are happy to save a piece of History and look forward to restoring it back to it's old glory.
Its long history serves well into theGhost Lake attraction. We are happy to save a piece of History and lookforward to restoring it back to it's old glory.
I hate to be a pest but it's important!!! Save the Blue Streak
Hello,
We're at 15%!!! 10% is the goal...
How many people do you have in your email address book that would be happy to vote?? PLEASE let them know about the campain - we only have a few days left. Don't be the one who says I should have voted!!
Make this happen and we'll throw a celebratory party, that you won't forget, at the Beach Club!!
Remember Geauga Lake, Sea World, Erieview and West View Park?
A memory is a powerful force that we reflect upon, cherish and use to inform.
Good memories make one wish the days of old were today.
We now have the honor and opportunity to keep our childhood memories alive
for the young and young at heart to enjoy.
We entered into this quest to keep Conneaut Lake Park a family Park for generations to enjoy.
We fully support the restoration of the BLUE STREAK and wish the Lisko's well in their quest.
The BLUE STREAK can ride in 2010 with a simple daily vote from you, your friends and everyone willing to help the cause.
Please vote everyday and tell everyone you know to do the same.
As with the destinations and Parks above, once they are gone, they are gone forever.
Don't let this demise happen to the one of a kind Blue Streak...
The BLUE STREAK project voting count rose from 50 to 16% on the list and needs to get in the top 10% to win the $50,000 for restoration.
Please see below for the voting link and details.
See you at the Park!
Greg, Tracy, Steve and Joyce
Blue Streak Coaster at Conneaut Lake Park in the Running to Compete for $50,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant
The 2010 Pepsi Refresh Project is a grant program that awards $1,300,000 each month to the projects in each award category that receive the most votes from the public. The Blue Streak Restoration Project has qualified for the July voting period. The ten projects in the $50,000 category that have the most votes as of the end of July will each receive the funding.
Go to www.refresheverything.com/conneautlakeparkbluestreak to register to vote. There is no fee to do so. You can (and should!) vote every day. The leader board on the website will indicate the ranking of each project. You must be at least 13 years old to vote.
Work has begun and is progressing on the Blue Streak. But, as was explained at the Coaster Convention on June 24, the reconstruction progress is exceeding the funding. Help us earn the votes we need to qualify for the grant byvoting every day, and spreading the word to others. Let’s get the Blue Streak back on track!
70's, 80's Polka and more this week at the Beach Club!
Hello,
70's
80's
Three great POLKA bands
Downunder DJs
Come welcome - Teez - to the Beach Club for their
80's Dance Rock Party debut! It's their first time in the area
and they plan to put on one awesome show for all their new friends.
Come dance the night away!
An then...
Midnight Special is back!
The Marshalls, the vocals, it is a true concert experience...
They packed the house last show...
THANK YOU to all who helped paint the Boardwalk Landing area!!!
It looks great!
Steve, Joyce, Tracy and Greg
Your vote will save the Blue Streak!
Remember Geauga Lake, Sea World, Erieview and West View Park?
A memory is a powerful force that we reflect upon, cherish and use to inform.
Good memories make one wish the days of old were today.
We now have the honor and opportunity to keep our childhood memories alive
for the young and young at heart to enjoy.
We entered into this quest to keep Conneaut Lake Park a family Park for generations to enjoy.
We fully support the restoration of the BLUE STREAK and wish the Lisko's well in their quest.
The BLUE STREAK can ride in 2010 with a simple daily vote from you, your friends and everyone willing to help the cause.
Please vote everyday and tell everyone you know to do the same.
As with the destinations and Parks above, once they are gone, they are gone forever.
Don't let this demise happen to the one of a kind Blue Streak...
The BLUE STREAK project voting count rose from 50 to 24% on the list and needs to get in the top 10% to win the $50,000 for restoration.
Please see below for the voting link and details.
See you at the Park!
Greg, Tracy, Steve and Joyce
Blue Streak Coaster at Conneaut Lake Park in the Running to Compete for $50,000 Pepsi Refresh Grant
The 2010 Pepsi Refresh Project is a grant program that awards $1,300,000 each month to the projects in each award category that receive the most votes from the public. The Blue Streak Restoration Project has qualified for the July voting period. The ten projects in the $50,000 category that have the most votes as of the end of July will each receive the funding.
Go to www.refresheverything.com/conneautlakeparkbluestreak to register to vote. There is no fee to do so. You can (and should!) vote every day. The leader board on the website will indicate the ranking of each project. You must be at least 13 years old to vote.
Work has begun and is progressing on the Blue Streak. But, as was explained at the Coaster Convention on June 24, the reconstruction progress is exceeding the funding. Help us earn the votes we need to qualify for the grant byvoting every day, and spreading the word to others. Let’s get the Blue Streak back on track!
Mother's Day Brunch at the Hotel Conneaut!
Mother's Day Brunch at the Hotel Conneaut!
Come celebrate the day with a great buffet brunch lakeside.
$14.95 per person and $7.95 for children 6 and under.
Sunday May 9th
11AM - 2PM
Reservations requested at 814-213-0120
Show your mother or grandmother how much they mean to you!
Come celebrate the day with a great buffet brunch lakeside.
$14.95 per person and $7.95 for children 6 and under.
Sunday May 9th
11AM - 2PM
Reservations requested at 814-213-0120
Show your mother or grandmother how much they mean to you!
CLICK HERE to order your tickets in advance.
Ballroom Renovations Continue!
With 656,500 - 4 inch steps, 2 vibrated-loose tooth fillings and 135 hours of diligent labor, Steve Popovich has sanded the Crystal Ballroom floor and transformed it into a condition better that new.
So many many memorable wedding receptions, dances and events have taken place in our beloved ballroom.
Steve's work along with the renovations that already have been completed will make the Ballroom once again breath taking.
We invite you to check it out this Summer and give Steve a pat on the back for a job well done.
Hawaiian Luau and Tiki Torch Party - Do you want to miss this?
I don't think you do!
Join us for a tropical evening at the Hotel Conneaut! Our 1st annual Hawaiian Luau and Tiki Torch Party will take you on a journey to the island on July 25th! Our menu will include:
fresh tropical fruits
sweet and sour meatballs
assorted cheese and crackers
rumaki
roasted barbecue pork
pineapple chicken breast
hearty island pepper steak
crabmeat stuffed white fish
steamed white rice
green beans and carrot almondine
pineapple upside down cake
cream puff swans
Boardwalk Replacement!
Incase you haven't heard, the boardwalk is currently in the process of being completely rebuilt!
Board by Board is an exciting new campaign that was launched by the Trustees of Conneaut Lake Parkin conjunction with Park Restoration. Click Here to learn more about the campaign and see how you can be a part of it!
This past weekend, the first 60ft section of the 650 foot Boardwalk was removed (as you can see in the following snapshots).
The plan is to have this section replaced by Memorial Day weekend.
Fun Fact!
Did you know that the original height of Conneaut Lake's waterline was considerably higher at one time? Years ago, several feet of water were drained from the lake. In 1936 when the boardwalk was first constructed, they built it at the same level as the original water line!