| Jun 11 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour
Hear from Joan Spoerl, M.A.T. of The Literacy Cooperative as the Director of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Addressing Our Literacy Emergency: Fighting Poor Reading Results with Imagination & Motivation
Recent research and reports highlight that we are in the midst of a literacy emergency both locally and nationwide. Two out of three children in Ohio are not ready for kindergarten. That number is even more dire in the city of Cleveland with 8 out of 10 not ready. When a child starts behind, they often stay behind and it’s hard to catch up.
Nationwide, high school seniors tested at the lowest levels ever in reading in the history of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). There’s been a 40% decline in the number of Americans reading for pleasure between 2003 and 2023. College professors report students who balk at the thought of reading an entire book.
In this presentation, you’ll learn about an important, evidence-based and cost-effective solution already making a difference among youngsters and families in our community. Join us in embracing hope and imagination to reverse these trends.
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| Date: |
June 11, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Beachwood Public Library
25501 Shaker Blvd
Beachwood, OH |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Jun 24 Chamber networking at Five iron Golf |
| Chamber Networking event at Five Iron Golf |
| Date: |
June 24, 2026 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
Five Iron Golf
20040 Van Aken Blvd
Shaker Hts, OH. 44120
216-999-4641 |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Jul 9 Women's Coffee Hour |
Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour
Special Guest Speaker: Ms. Deandra Evans, CEO/Owner (LPCC-S)
Topic: High-Functioning, Still Struggling: Mental Health for Women Who Lead, Build and Carry it All
Deandra Evans is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision designation (LPCC-S) in the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania, with over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field. She was born and raised in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, where her passion for helping others and serving her community first began.
She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Slippery Rock University and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kent State University.
Deandra is the Founder and CEO of Right Direction Behavioral Health Services, a community-based agency dedicated to providing high-quality mental and behavioral health services to individuals and families across the lifespan. She is also the Founder and CEO of Right Direction Community Services, a nonprofit organization focused on outreach, prevention, and supportive programming that empowers individuals, strengthens families, and uplifts communities. Additionally, she is a co-owner of Collaborative Community Services, based in Pennsylvania, where she continues to expand access to quality care and community-centered support.
Deandra is known for her passion, vision, and unwavering commitment to helping others. Her work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves access to compassionate, culturally responsive care and the opportunity to thrive. Through her leadership, she continues to build innovative programs, foster meaningful partnerships, and advocate for lasting change within the behavioral health system.
Topic: High-Functioning, Still Struggling: Mental Health for Women Who Lead, Build and Carry it All |
| Date: |
July 9, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Location: |
Right Direction Behavioral Health
3659 Green Rd. #220
Beachwood, OH. 44122 |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No-charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Aug 13 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
August 13, 2026 |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Aug 19 Chamber Luncheon |
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Special Guest Speaker: Mr. Bob Dibisaio, Sr. VP Community Relations, Cleveland Guardians
We;re talkin tribe baseball.
Topic: Guards Ball
Limited seating available.
Vegan/Vegetarian lunch available upon special request....please email: director@beachwood.org
Limited seating....register early!!
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| Date: |
August 19, 2026 |
| Time: |
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
26300 Chagrin Blvd
Beachwood, OH. 44122 |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: $25
Non-members: $35 |
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| Sep 10 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
September 10, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Sep 16 Networking Coffee Hour |
| Chamber Networking Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
September 16, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Oct 8 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
October 8, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Member: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Oct 21 Health & Wellness Fair |
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce
Health & Wellness Fair and
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Beachwood comes Together for Health!!
Special Guest Speakers:
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| Date: |
October 21, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
Beachwood Community Center
Beachwood City Hall
25325 Fairmont Blvd
Beachwood, OH. 44122 |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Sponsorship available
Vendor tables available
No-charge for attendees |
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| Nov 12 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
November 12, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No-charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Dec 10 Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Women of the Beachwood Chamber Coffee Hour |
| Date: |
December 10, 2026 |
| Time: |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Dec 16 Chamber Holiday Networking |
Chamber Holiday Networking
Bring a Friend
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| Date: |
December 16, 2026 |
| Time: |
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Location: |
Drury Inn & Suites
4100 Orange Place
Beachwood, OH. 44122
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| Contact: |
David Lapierre |
| EMail: |
director@beachwood.org |
| Fees/Admission: |
Members: No-charge
Non-members: $10 |
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| Jan 20 Spirit of Success Awards Banquet |
| Spirit of Success Award Banquet |
| Date: |
January 20, 2027 |
| Time: |
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
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