Here is some of what's going on in the West Shore communities of Bay Village, Rocky River and Westlake.
Tree City: If you wondered about that new flag flying in front of Rocky River City Hall, here's the the scoop. It's in recognition of Rocky River's 30th year as a Tree City USA. Mayor Pam Bobst said the city got the flag and an award from the Arbor Day Foundation to mark that milestone. Bobst thanked Safety-Service Director Mary Kay Costello and Service Commissioner Mike Reyes for their roles in helping Rocky River earn the designation. Tree City USA is a national program that promotes community forestry management. To be named a Tree City USA, a community must maintain a tree board or department, have a community tree ordinance, spend at least $2 per capita on urban forestry and celebrate Arbor Day, according to the Arbor Day Foundation. (City of Rocky River)
Nerd Night: Registration is now open for Nerd Night at the Westlake Porter Public Library on July 2 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The program, which is aimed at students in grades six through 12, will include a socks and sandals relay race and fitness for nerds. (Westlake Porter Public Library)
Hit the beach: The NCN Huntington Triathlon/Duathlon 1, presented by Bike Authority, will take place on Saturday at Huntington Beach in Bay Village. The duathlon starts at 8 a.m., the triathlon starts at 8:10 a.m. Registration begins at 7 a.m. The triathlon will include a 1/4-mile swim in Lake Erie, a 12-mile bike and a 5K run. The duathlon includes a 5K run, a 12-Mile bike and another 5K run. You can pre-register online.