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NATURE AT NIGHT: Moonbeam

May 30, 2026 | A BENEFIT FOR THE NATURE CENTER AT SHAKER LAKES

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Your presence at Nature at Night is more than a night out—it is an investment in the future of this place and the natural world it protects. Your generosity ensures that the habitats we protect today will continue to inspire and sustain future generations.

We look forward to celebrating the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes together with you for a wonderful night under the stars featuring dedicated local restaurant partners. Please help us support this special place in our community! The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes was founded in 1966 as part of a grassroots movement to prevent the construction of a freeway through the Shaker Parklands.

Today, the Nature Center continues to be a destination for local birders, nature enthusiasts, adults, and families who seek a safe and engaging outdoor experience, and is free and open to the public year-round.

The Nature Center is a 501(c)3 organization and receives no tax dollars to support its operations, educational programming, and trail & habitat maintenance.

Event Details
TRAILBLAZER RECEPTION 5PM
MAIN EVENT: STROLLING 6:30PM–11:00PM

FEATURING

Trailblazer Reception
5 - 6:30PM | Moises Borges and Jack Schantz performing Brazilian Jazz

General Admission
6:30 - 8:30PM | Cleveland Whiskey Lounge | Bob Frank and David Krauss performing Acoustic Blues

5:30 - 9PM | Pop Avenue

Late Night
9 - 11PM | DJ Krooze

NATURE AT NIGHT BENEFIT

Summer Party Attire. Valet Parking Available.

NATURE CENTER AT SHAKER LAKES

2600 South Park Boulevard | Cleveland

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Benefit Co-Chairs
ERIN CONNELL ∙ TORY MATEO ∙ TREVON EDWARDS

Our Featured Food Partners:

CULINARY CHAIR · CHEF DOUGLAS KATZ

TRAILBLAZER RECEPTION
Flying Pig Tacos · Jorge Hernandez
Tumbao58 · Chef Marielis Navarro
FrankieLynn Hot Dogs & Chutni Punch · Chefs Rachel Ventura, Lloyd Foust & Sahithya Wintrich


DINNER
Abundance Culinary · Liu Fang
Cordelia · Partner Vinnie Cimino & Chef de Cuisine, Adam Bauer
Rosy · Partner Vinnie Cimino
Doc's on Harvard · Chef Kolnita Riggins-Walker
Kiln · Chef Cameron Pishnery
Spice Hospitality Group · Ben Bebenroth
Rid-All · Shemerah Eshet Ahtur Keymah

DESSERT
Luna Bakery & Café · Bridget Thibeault

DRINKS
Drinks · Cleveland Whiskey
Signature Cocktail · Cleveland Whiskey and US Bartenders’ Guild: Cleveland Chapter
Wine · Vitis Global
Non-Alcoholic · Verbena Free Spirited

We look forward to celebrating the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes with you. Please help us support this special place in our community!

Ticket info

TICKET INFORMATION

We are thrilled to announce that tickets for our beloved summer benefit, Nature at Night, are now available for purchase for members.
Ticket sales open to general public, April 1.

Nature Center Members get exclusive access to lock in last years pricing through the month of March ($195 for a Strolling ticket and $275 for a Trailblazer ticket). Interested in becoming a Member? Contact cara@shakerlakes.org

Select tables in open air under the stars, with some under tenting in the event of inclement weather.

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$300 TRAILBLAZER TICKET

($150 tax deductible)

Entry to the Trailblazer Reception at 5PM, exclusive menu items, access to all local restaurant food stations and bars.

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$225 STROLLING TICKET

($100 tax deductible)

Entry at 6:30pm, access to high-top and café tables, access to all local restaurant food stations and bars.

MEMBERS EARLY ACCESS

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Show Your Support

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT IN MANY WAYS

Nature Center benefit
ATTEND

SATURDAY, MAY 30
5PM Trailblazer Reception
6:30-11PM Main Event: Strolling

An illuminated evening awaits, filled
with cuisine, music, and impact—
shining together toward our next phase.

MEMBERS ONLY TICKETS
Nature at Night benefit
BID & BUY

Bid early and often for your chance to
win unique items and exclusive experiences in this year’s online silent auction.

REGISTER NOW TO BID

Bidding opens May 22

Bid on silent auction items. Every dollar spent on one-of-a-kind items and experiences will directly support the Nature Center.

Nature Center at Shaker Lakes Benefit
RAFFLE
Purchase a raffle ticket(s) for your chance
to win an exclusive culinary experience
curated and donated by acclaimed and
celebrated chef, Doug Katz.

Value Priceless
Donated By Chef Douglas Katz

RAFFLE TICKETS

Take a chance on an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and hospitality.

Purchase a raffle ticket for your opportunity to win an exclusive culinary experience curated and
generously donated by renowned Cleveland-based chef and Nature at Night Culinary Chair
Douglas Katz. This unique experience includes a private chef tasting dinner for 12 guests at
Kiln, located in the vibrant Van Aken District in Cleveland. This raffle item will include a VIP
takeaway package during the dinner experience.

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues for a specially curated dining experience designed
around your group’s preferences and dietary needs. The evening includes a thoughtfully crafted tasting menu and two drinks per person (excluding bottles of wine), showcasing the creativity and seasonal inspiration that define Chef Katz’s celebrated cuisine.

Details:
Valid for use through October 31, 2026
Scheduling available Monday–Thursday, based on mutual availability
Gratuity will be covered by Nature Center Supporters

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience in an intimate, elevated
setting with friends or family.

FUND-A-NEED

Support the Nature Center’s mission through various levels of giving.
All proceeds benefit the environmental education programs and public grounds.

$2,500
inspires generations of Earth's stewards

$1,000
connects hundreds of visitors to nature

$500
helps conserve vital habitats

$250
supports a classroom

$125
plants a tree

DONATE

Your gift is gratefully accepted with or without an event ticket purchase.

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EVENT CHAIRS

LAURA DEAN, COURTNEY NOVAK, CATEY PETERS, LIBBY RAY

HOST AND BENEFIT COMMITTEE

Adam & April Bain * Liz & Chris Bart * Kristen & John Bartels * Meredith & Scott Camp * Joanna & Pete Carfagna * Marcie & Matt Carrier * Laura & Christopher Dean * Susan Delaney * Kathryn & Sam Duvall * Meg & Chris Furey * Erica & John Harrington * Alison & Ryan Heider * Catherine & Brian Hunnicutt * Kristin & Steve Lasky * Catherine & Robby Levy * Amy & Dylan MacLean * Tracey & Joseph Marks * Lauren & Jeff Martin * Troy McCarty & Raudel Napoli * Kate & Sean Nagel * Courtney & Michael Novak * Kassie & Tim Novak * Keely O’Bryan & Dave Landever * Katie & Michael Panzica * Catey & Pat Peters * Libby & Abhi Ray * Cristina & Nick Rennillo * Cristina & Jack Rickard * Jennifer & Jim Sammon * Christine Sheets * Suzanne & Tyler Taigen * Ingrid Tolentino & Jeff Potter * Courtney & Dominic Valentino * Natalie & Steve Weigand

list as of 4.6.2022

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

KAREN G. KIDWELL ∙ BOARD CHAIR
MEGHAN B. HUNTER ∙ CHAIR ELECT
JAMES T. DIXON ∙ PAST CHAIR
ERIN B. CONNELL ∙ VICE-CHAIR, EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
JUSTIN M. CRONISER ∙ SECRETARY
JEF E. FOWLER ∙ TREASURER & VICE-CHAIR, FINANCE & AUDIT
JEANNE V. GORDON ∙ VICE-CHAIR, NOMINATING & GOVERNANCE
GRAHAM P. HEARNS ∙ AT-LARGE
DANIEL A. WATERS ∙ VICE-CHAIR OF FACILITIES & NATURAL RESOURCES
TERRI WADE-LYLES ∙ VICE-CHAIR, DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Sandeep Bhatia
Kathryn D. Blaszak
Leigh H. Carter
Martha A. Connell
Thomas A. Danford
Laura H. Dean
Beth H. Gillespie
Douglas A. Katz
David J. Kaufman
Stephen D. Kresnye
Michael J. Moran
Kate F. Nagel
Meredyth J. Ralph
Carrie B. Shelfer
Terri Wade-Lyles

HONORARY LIFE TRUSTEES

Cynthia M. Klug
Clara T. Rankin
Sally R. Schulze, Ph.D.
Julie A. West

AFFILIATE TRUSTEES

Petra Moran
Victoria Mills
Brianna Treleven
Tres Roeder

ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION TRUSTEES

A. Chace Anderson
Cynthia Bassett
William G. Batcheller
David C. Fulton, Jr.
Margaret R. Giltinan

Kay Carlson
President & CEO

Sponsorship and advertising packages can be customized to meet the unique needs of your organization. For additional sponsorship details, please contact Rob Sikora, Senior Director of Philanthropy at 216.321.5935 or sikora@shakerlakes.org

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
CO-PRESENTING SPONSORS

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BNY Mellon Wealth Management ∙ Cirrus Wealth Management ∙ Deloitte ∙ Edward Jones Investments ∙ Woodland Design ∙ UBS Financial Services Inc. - Cynthia Bassett & John Egan ∙ Gail & Jim Arnold ∙ Peter & Rita Carfagna ∙ Harry & Mary Ann Carlson ∙ Clearstead ∙ Graham & Kerianne Hearns ∙ Jackson Lewis PC ∙ Meredith Camp Events LLC ∙ Marge & Dan Moore ∙ Nordson ∙ studio Chartreuse ∙
List as of 4.11.2022

For more details on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Rob Sikora, Director of Development: sikora@shakerlakes.org

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNTIES