Local Lebanese group to host food festival

For the 10th year, the Northern Ohio Lebanese American Association will be hosting its Lebanese Food & Music Festival.

The family-friendly event will give locals the opportunity to sample Lebanese food and immerse themselves in the culture of this West Asian country.

This annual event regularly features a variety of Lebanese cultural events, with live entertainment always part of the festivities. Past years’ events have included music and belly dancing.

Additional kid-focused activities will be on-hand. While organizers have not yet released information about specifics, prior events have included face painting and inflatable obstacle courses.

There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds of the raffle will go to benefit the charitable activities of the Northern Ohio Lebanese American Association.

The event will take place on Saturday, July 6 and Sunday, July 7. On the Saturday, the event will run from noon to 9:00 pm. On the Sunday, the event runs from noon to 7:00 pm. It takes place at the St. Sava Picnic Grove, which is located at 2300 W. Ridgewood Avenue, Parma. Additional information, including how to potentially participate as a vendor or become a member of the organization, can be found by emailing the organization or visiting its website.

Admission is free, and there is no pre-registration required, so interested parties can simply show up during the weekend. Such events often use poster printing for promotional means.