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Volume 60, No. 47 Columbia Station, Ohio June 1, 2015

Keystone ALCO wins tournament Ohio Animal Week

(L-R): Front Row: Rocky Houston, Kevin Koepp, Dillon Belknap, Seth Cogar, Hudson Hall, Avery Blankenship Animal lovers, get ready! rescues and veterinarians on
and Julian Martinez. Middle Row: Jesse Reip, Nathan Archer, Nick Millsop and Justin Bowen. Back Row: Coach Ohio Animal Week will be behalf of animals. We all
Marc Koepp, Coach Scott Cogar, Mgr. Rocky Houston, Coach Randy Belknap and Coach Dave Hall. celebrated during June 7- know about the tragic loss of
13. Sponsored by the Ohio life in shelters across the na-
Keystone ALCO won the 2015 Ken Carpenter Clas- The championship game was a very exciting game. Society for the Prevention tion and the all too frequent
sic 12U Baseball Tournament held in Medina on April ALCO was down 7-0 heading into the bottom of the of Cruelty to Animals (Ohio reports of animal abuse.
25 & 26. As a team, ALCO batted .500. Two guys really 4th, where they proceeded to score 4 runs with 2 outs. SPCA), this special week “Now, we can come together
stood out at the plate over the weekend - Hudson Hall Then in the 5th, ALCO added 1 more run with 2 outs. will represent a statewide ef- to advocate for those with no
who batted .818 and Nathan Archer who batted .727. In the 6th, ALCO scored 5 runs with 2 outs to go up 10- fort by animal lovers to shed voice and educate thousands
Seth Cogar led the team by knocking in 7 RBI’s, while 7. Blankenship threw 3 shut-out innings and Martinez, light on issues such as pet of Ohio residents about the
Rocky Houston led the team by scoring 7 runs. ALCO who closed out the game, threw 1 shout-out inning. overpopulation and humane need to be kind to animals,”
pitchers Julian Martinez, Avery Blankenship & Rocky treatment of animals. states Jerneja Tomsic, Ohio
Houston pitched outstanding over the weekend as well. Congratulations Keystone ALCO and good luck this Animal Week Coordinator.
season! Humane societies, coun-
ty dog shelters, rescues, Make a commitment now
humane organizations, to be a part of a statewide
veterinarians and busi- week to honor the human-
nesses have scheduled and animal bond. “The animals
planned events and activities are counting on all of us. To-
throughout Ohio in order to gether, we can make a differ-
honor and help the animals. ence,” states Tomsic.
Adoption events, spay/neu-
ter clinics, open houses and To locate and attend an
walks are among the planned event in your area or add
events that will promote the your event, visit www.ohio-
work and efforts of shelters, animalweek.org.

Columbia’s Minarchick to play at Owens hits while striking out nine. In a 3-1 state semi?nal win over
Bishop Ready, she allowed six hits, zero earned runs and two
The Lady Raider’s ace pitcher, Kailey Minarchick, has walks with three strikeouts over seven innings. Kailey stated
chosen to go to college and continue her softball career at “ By far the best memory of my high school career was
Owens Community College in Toledo. making it to the State Final tournament as a sophomore in
2013, and playing with all the upperclassmen.”
Minarchick is a 4 year varsity starter for the Raiders.
This year, Minarchick ?nished 7-2 with 95 strikeouts and a In the state championship, her team lost 3-2 to Bloom-
0.80 ERA over 61.1 innings in Patriot Athletic Conference Carroll with Minarchick allowing four hits, three runs and
(PAC) Stripes Division play. She tossed a perfect game with two walks over six innings. In the opponent's circle, however,
12 strikeouts against Cornerstone Christian, and she struck was University of Washington bound Taran Alvelo, who is
out 14 in ?ve innings against Lutheran West. The Raiders considered the nation's best pitcher as a senior this year.
closed the 2015 season with an overall 20-9 record.
Following her sophomore season, Minarchick earned First
As a junior, Minarchick went 16-4 with a 1.61 ERA en Team All-Lorain County and Second Team All-PAC Stripes
route to First Team All-PAC Stripes Division, First Team All- honors. Overall, she has led her team to three consecutive
Lorain County and Division III/IV Lorain County Player of PAC Stripes Division championships.
the Year honors. In PAC Stripes Division play, she went 10-0
with 98 strikeouts over 63.3 innings pitched. Kailey’s major is still undecided. Good luck Kailey!

"I am very happy that Kailey chose to continue her educa- Community Directory
tion at Owens," said Owens Community College head soft-
(LR) CHS Coach Ken Lugo, Kailey Minarchick, and ball coach Marcus Smith. "She is a very good pitcher and Carlisle............ 15 North Ridgeville. .. 7
Owens Head Coach Marcus Smith. hitter, and she will strengthen our pitching staff. She has so Columbia........ 2 Wellington............. 18
many accolades in her career, and I can't wait to see how it Eaton............... 15 Churches .............. 6
carries over to Owens." Grafton............ 4 Classi?eds ........... 16
Grafton Twp..... 5 PROFILE................. 8-9
As a sophomore, Minarchick led her team (29-5, 16- LaGrange......... 13 SENIOR LIVING....... 12
0 PAC) to the best season in school history. In a sectional
championship win over Wellington, she allowed just four

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WEEKLY CALENDAR Free Hot Meal & Food Pantry CHS student collecting
children’s books
Monday, June 1 On Saturday, June 6, a free hot meal will be served and a
Columbia Board of Trustees will meet tonight at the town perishable foods pantry will be available at New Life Wes- Alyssa Wood is currently a sophomore at Columbia High
hall at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. leyan Church from 11 am-1 pm. This is a monthly event School. As her Gold Award project for Girl Scouts, she part-
Wednesday, June 3 held the ?rst Saturday of every month. The meal and food nered with the African Library Project to collect books to start
Last day of school – HAVE A SAFE SUMMER! pantry (featuring fresh perishable foods) is available at no up a K-8 community library in Sierra Leone, a country on the
Thursday, June 4 charge to all local residents. western coast of Africa.
Columbia Zoning Committee will meet tonight at the
town hall beginning at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to The church is located at 11149 West River Road, in Co- As part of her mission to collect the 1,000 books needed,
attend. lumbia Station. For more information, please contact Kathy she organized two book drive events at the Cleveland Public
Columbia Reservation will be having a program entitled at 440-840-2923 or Susan at 216-906-5091. Library. The dates for these events are Friday, June 19, at the
“Wingspans over 5 ft.” today at the park from 11-12 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. branch from 1:30-4:30 p.m.; and Sat-
They will look for any large birds that may be right in our Community CPR classes urday, June 20, at the West Park branch from 12-3 pm. She
backyards. The walk is free and open to everyone. will be accepting book donations (gently used K-8 books) and
The Columbia Fire Department will be holding a Heart giving a presentation on Sierra Leone and global literacy at
CHS Weekly Open House at Saver CPR and AED class for anyone interested in becoming the aforementioned events.
Calendar Bronson House certi?ed in CPR. The class will be held on Wednesday, June
10, from 7-9 p.m. at the ?re station. The cost for the class will Book donations can also be dropped off at the Columbia
Monday, June 1 Museum be $20. This class will follow the American Heart Association High School of?ce from 8-2pm until Friday, June 12.
Underclassmen ?nals guidelines and will cover adult, child and infant CPR, along
Tuesday, June 2 Bronson House Museum with the use of an AED. Please register for the class by calling Your donations are greatly appreciated.
Underclassmen ?nals will be open on June 6 from the Columbia Fire Station at (440) 236-8812.
6:00 pm Marching Band 10-12. This is in conjunction COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 15
parent meeting with the Columbia Engine Columbia Football
Wednesday, June 3 Show. If you have an inter- Youth Camp J&J Greenhouse
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Page 4, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, June 1, 2015 Midview Schools Save Gas...Shop
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
The next Friends of the Grafton-Midview Public Library Amazingly, we are entering the ?nal week of the school SAVE MONEY WITH THE HOME/CAR DISCOUNT.
meeting will be on Tuesday, June 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the year. I’m sure our students have this date memorized, but
library meeting room. Laura Mould Walker, from Don Mould’s Wednesday, June 3, is our last day of school for students. I Which helps when you have the
Garden Center and Nursery, will present a program on butter?y hope that everyone enjoys the last few days of school.
gardens at 7 p.m. We will then plant our own pot with ?owers to HOME/CAR PAYMENTS.
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For June 1-3 The Grafton-Midview Public Library plans to continue Zoning Commission
Monday - #1 Chicken patty sandwich, #2 Meatball sub, bringing quality programs. For accurate planning, please be Meeting Change
steamed corn, fruit, milk. advised most library programs require registration. To regis-
Tuesday - #1 Mini corn dogs, #2 Cheeseburger, baked ter, call or visit the library, or visit their website, www.gmpli- The Grafton Township Zoning Commission will be meet-
French fries, fruit, milk. brary.org. ing on the ?rst Tuesday of each month, starting June 2. This
Wednesday - #1 Popcorn chicken, #2 Hot ham & cheese meeting will be held at the Grafton Township Hall at 7 p.m.
steamed California blend, fruit, milk. Tech Tutor for May and June - sessions are 1-on-1 com- The Zoning Commission will continue discussion of current
puter classes for patrons covering a variety of topics. These issues and concerns.
Breakfast Menu include; Internet searching, computer user, email, MS Of?ce,
Mon. - String cheese and Scooby snacks Facebook, Overdrive, databases and library systems, Google BHS Ice Cream Social
Tues. - Egg and cheese sandwich Accounts, Apple Mobile Devices and more. They are listed
Wed. - Cooks Choice on the registration page and on the physical handouts. These The Belden Historical Society is holding an Ice Cream
sessions allow for more individualized training for more fo- Social at the Grafton Twp. Veterans’ Memorial Park on Sun-
Youth Volleyball Camp cus on speci?c questions that a patron might have about com- day, June 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The park is located on the
puters. Registration is not required, but it is available. northeast corner of State Routes 83 & 303. A rain date will be
Midview Middle School and Youth Volleyball Camp for Saturday, June 20. The purchase of a $5 ticket will get you a
girls entering 3rd-8th grade for the (2015-2016 school year) Adult Social Hour - Thursday, June 11 - 11 a.m. – 12:30 hot dog, ice cream, a cookie or brownie, drink and a guided
will be on June 22-26, at the Midview High School Gym, p.m. Join them for special presentations and speakers followed tour of the reorganized museum and one-room school. A
from 9-11:30 a.m. (gym opens at 8:30 a.m.). by BINGO and other games. A new topic will be discussed 50/50 raf?e will also help raise funds for maintenance and
each month. Refreshments, door prizes and much more are upkeep of the historical properties.
Cost & Registration: $65/camper by June 19; $75/camper offered during this program. Bring your friends: Registration
after June 19. Each camper will receive a Midview Volleyball is not required. Vendors are needed for an outdoor ?ea market during the
Camp T-shirt. Ice Cream Social. Spaces are available for $7. Vendors must
Choose Your Modern Classics - June 15 - August 7. Par- provide their own tables and shelter. To pre-register for a spot,
Campers will learn and participate in drills, competitions ticipants may submit a title that they believe should be con- contact Bob Flickinger at 440-926-2680 or just show up for
and team play to improve their fundamental volleyball skills, sidered a "modern classic" (usually from about 1970-present) the event.
knowledge of the game and importance of teamwork. along with an argument as to why that is the case. Arguments
will be shared on library social media and in the library so the Gas Aggregation
Make checks payable to: Midview Athletic Boosters community can view and comment. At the end of SRP, col- Public Hearings
and mail to: Melanie Dougall, 208 Augusta Dr., Elyria, OH lection development staff will decide on one (or more) title(s)
44035. that will be added to the Classics section based on participant The Grafton Township Trustees have set two public hear-
entries. Submissions are possible online or at the library. ings to have a representative from NOPEC (Northeast Ohio
Horse Rescue fund-raiser Public Energy Council) discuss a notice from the PUCO re-
Super Hero Elements - Monday, June 15 - Saturday, June garding the gas aggregation program accepted by the residents
Angels Haven Horse Rescue is hosting their annual barn 27. Design your own super hero by using the periodic table of of Grafton Township in the May election. The hearings are set
sale bene?t Thursday through Saturday, June 4-6. The ben- elements. Visit the periodic table display in the Teen Zone and for Tuesday, June 9, at 1 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m. The township
e?t takes place at Evergreen Farm, 13297 Durkee Road, in create a unique super hero name, super power, and symbol. trustees will then formally vote to enter into the program at
Grafton. The times are from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on June 4 & 5, Research tools and drawing materials will be provided. Par- their meeting at 7 p.m.
and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 6. If you have any items to donate, ticipants will receive grand prize and weekly prize entries.
please contact Heidi at (440) 781-5060. They accept most Sealed Bids being accepted
items (horse related as well) and appreciate your support. If Creation Station: Green Screen Heroes - Monday, June 15, for backhoe
you can drop them off on Wednesday, June 3, after 9 a.m. 6-7 p.m. You can be an action hero using green screen effects,
during set up, that would be great. If not, you can make other just like in Hollywood movies! Learn how to create awesome Grafton Township is currently accepting sealed bids for a
arrangements. videos with your friends. This program is for kids ages 9-18. 1985 John Deere 410B backhoe. Bids will be opened at 7 p.m.
Bring your favorite superhero or action hero costume pieces! on Tuesday, June 9, at the scheduled Trustee’s meeting. The
Stop by for a tour of the barn and see the Angels Haven Registration is required minimum amount that will be accepted is $6,000. Anyone
Horse Rescue horses. For a $5 donation, you can see the awe- present that submitted a bid will be given the opportunity to
some four-legged friends and hear their miraculous stories. Drawn to Be a Hero - Tuesday, June 16, 10-11 a.m. Are raise their bid. The trustees will accept the best offer. Please
Horse rides will be offered after 12 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. you drawn to be a hero? Jeff Nicholas is coming back to help submit bids to: Grafton Township Trustees, Attn.: Backhoe at
us kick off our summer reading program! Jeff will read a story 17109 Avon Belden Road, Grafton, OH 44044, or in person
All donations help pay for the horses feed, stall bedding, of his own creation and teach participants to draw cartoons. on the night of the meeting. For speci?cations or to schedule
veterinary and farrier care and supplements. No registration required, just bring your creativity! This pro- a viewing, please contact Bob Richards (Road Dept. Supervi-
gram funded by a grant from the Stocker Foundation. sor) at 440-387-2498.
From the desk of...
Grafton Mayor Megan Flanigan Writer’s Group - Tuesday, June 16, from 6-8 p.m. Writer’s SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
villageofgrafton.org ~ 440.731.0988 Group is an informal collection of writers who encourage
ST. RT. 57 Project: It’s almost done! Those pesty or- and nourish one another. Members support and critique each Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
other’s work to offer positive feedback and suggestions. Writ- programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
ange barrels should be gone by early June! I hope you enjoy ers hone their craft and sound out ideas. All levels of aspiring 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
the sidewalks and don’t forget to share the road for bicycles. writers are welcome as are all genres of writing. Writers net- The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
Our businesses still need your help to recover costs. work with each other and share ideas. Exercises to improve drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
writing skills are often a class activity. If there is ever a snow day for Keystone or Midview,
How Can YOU help our Businesses: Follow their face-
book pages and check in and share their facebook pages. Pendant Necklaces - Wednesday, June 17, 6-7 p.m. Make ALL PROGRAMS WILL BE CANCELED.
Stop by downtown and visit our new businesses and support a pendant necklace using recycled paper products including These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
the businesses that have been here for years. old books, magazines, and scrap paper. Presented by the Cen- 6/01 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free donuts
ter for Arts Inspired Learning and sponsored by the Friends and coffee for participants.
4th of July festivities are moving forward for 2015. of GMPL's Read Between the Wines event. Registration is 6/02 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed by
This event is funded 100% by donations. Thus far, we need required. Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and juice for participants.
$6,000 more dollars to reach our goal. Our top sponsors for 6/04 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior Dinner to be held
this year are Sunnyside Chevrolet and University Hospi- Children’s Summer Story Time Programming - Get your 6/11/2015 at 5:30pm. Please remember two names per
tals; they have also supported us the last 3 years! All money child ready for summer fun. Sign-up for Story Time and phone call only.
needs to be collected by June 20. I am hosting a 5mile and Babypalooza online by visiting www.gmplibrary.org or regis- 6/05 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with pop and snacks for
2mile run on the morning of the 4th of July - you can ?nd ter by calling the library. participants.
details on my facebook page. This run will raise funds for 6/08 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free donuts
the ?reworks. I am also in need of volunteers for the morn- Perler Bead Coasters - Thursday, June 18, 1-2 p.m. Make and coffee for participants.
ing of the 4th of July for about 2 hours. Your help would be a coaster for those cool summer beverages using perler beads. 6/09 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed by
greatly appreciated! If you are interested in sponsorship op- Patterns will be available representing many characters in- Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and
portunities, please contact me right away via the town hall cluding popular super heroes, but original designs may also juice for participants.
at 440-926-2401, my cell phone 440-731-0988 or email me- be created. 6/11 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner for those
[email protected]. that have reservations. Please remember
Craft & Chat - Thursday, June 18. Register to create a to cancel by noon if unable to attend.
Mayor’s Corner - We are still in the process of search- Fourth of July Wreath at Craft & Chat. If you don’t wish 6/12 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with pop and
ing for a full-time Village Administrator. Tom Williams has to create a wreath, bring your own project and join in on the snacks for participants.
found an amazing opportunity for his skill set with more pay fun! Craft & Chat is where crafters & hobbyists gather in • If you have questions on these programs, please contact
than we can offer. He is helping us out by working part-time friendship to work on individual projects, share new ideas and
as we continue the search. We received six resumes thus far. learn through demonstrations with speakers as well as other the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.
The village administrator is certainly a unique position to be members. Bring a friend. • The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
?lled and it takes time to ?nd the right person to address the
wide array of needs. Garden Story Times - Friday, 6/19 & 8/29 at 10 a.m. Flut- occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
ter into our garden for a special outdoor story time! We will Manager for additional information.
Did you hear what I heard? Please contact me if you share stories and songs, and participants can check up on our
have any questions or if you don’t know why something is plants. Dig in as we Grow, Make, Play, and Learn. No reg-
done or the way that it is done. One of my goals as Mayor istration required. This program funded by a grant from the
is to inform the public as much as possible and to educate Stocker Foundation.
about the local government process and why things are the
way that they are. You can reach me on my cell phone at Family Movie Night - Saturday, June 20, 5-7 p.m. Join us
440-731-0988 or email, [email protected]. for an after-hours showing of a family movie featuring a plus-
If you have some ideas for me, I’m open to suggestions. sized in?atable robot who teams up with a group of friends to
form a band of high-tech heroes. This movie will bring out
Council Meeting - The next council meeting will be on the hero in all of us. © Walt Disney Pictures. Rated PG
Tuesday, June 2, at 7:30 p.m. All meetings are open to the
public. Watch the council meetings on TV or online at your Tail Waggin’ Tutor - Monday, June 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
leisure! If you do not have GLW cable and cannot access Calling all readers and animal lovers! Come join in reading
Channel 12, you can now watch the council meetings online to our newest library pal, Ayla, the Golden Retriever! This
at www.glwb.net. Otherwise you can watch the meeting on program is designed to help reluctant, new, or even pro read-
GLW Ch. 12 Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. or Friday, Saturday, and ers, create and develop a strong relationship with reading. No
Sunday at 11a.m. and 7:30 p.m. registration required.

Please “like” and “follow” my facebook page, “Megan Fencing for Teens - Tuesday, June 23, 5- 6:30 p.m. or 6:30-
Flanigan Mayor of Grafton” in order to stay current with 8 p.m. Learn the basic techniques and movements of fencing
events and happenings within the Village of Grafton. For with instructor Tom Nagy. Wear comfortable footwear and
any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please contact me clothing to this highly active program. Beginners are welcome
via email at [email protected] or via cell and all equipment will be provided. Registration required.
phone at 440-731-0988.
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day, June 24, 10 a.m. Join us monthly for book club and
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however, each of us perceives a unique analysis of the book.
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The Rural-Urban Record CHURCH CHRISTIAN New Life Wesleyan Church LUTHERAN CHURCH
CHURCH
Published Weekly on Monday Worship Service 11149 West River Rd, 38307 W. Royalton Rd.
10:30 a.m. (Disciples) Columbia Station Grafton (Rts. 82 & 57)
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter SUNDAY 9 AM
Founders 1955 Sunday School Rt. 82 & 83 Adult Bible Class
Bible Study, Adults/Young Adults Sunday 9:15am
Lee Boise, Publisher & President during Worship Service 440-748-2230 SUNDAY 10 AM Sunday Worship
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 9:30am
25453 ROYALTON ROAD www.neccdisciples.com Worship & Children’s Church
Mailing Address: COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM Church ph: 440-748-2154
P.O. BOX 966 • COLUMBIA STATION, OH 44028 Worship Services Adult Study, Women’s Study, Preschool ph: 440-748-3445
Located at 24487 Squire Road, Columbia Station Pastor Matt Merriman
236-8822 8:00am & 9:30am Teens, Kids Club www.trinitygrafton.com
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 Rev. Jim Carder, Rev. John Ramsey II
Email: [email protected] [email protected] Sunday School
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com www.columbiaumc.net Senior Pastor United Church of God
DEADLINE: 10:45am Rev. Steven Spaeth, 12981 Grafton Rd.
Grafton, Oh 44044
News, Pictures and all ads - Wednesday 12 Noon Polly Tallos Associate Pastor
OFFICE HOURS: 440-236-8600 Sabbath Services
Christian Ed. & Youth Director www.NLWesleyan.org Saturdays at 12:30 pm
Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
50¢ per copy at of?ce; Subscriptions $35 per year Rev. Charles A. Butcher http://cleveland.ucg.org

Pastor

Our Lady Queen of Peace St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church St. Elizabeth GRAFTON UNITED
Catholic Church Ann Seton METHODIST CHURCH
All are welcome at
Weekend Masses Weekday Catholic Parish 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
Sat. 4:30pm Mass God’s Table. “We Celebrate Children”
8:00am 25801 Royalton Rd.
Sun. 8:30 & Chapel Sunday Worship Schedule Columbia Station, OH 8:45am Sunday School
8:30 am Quiet Communion Service 10:00am Worship
11:00am Mon.-Tues. Sacrament of Reconciliation
Confession: Thurs.-Fri. 9:30 am Christian Education for all ages (Confession) 10:35am Children’s Church
10:30 am Communion Service with Music Rev. Delaine McGhee, Pastor
Sat. 3:30- Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Children’s sermon at both services Anytime by Appointment Sugar Ridge Baptist Church
4:00pm
300 3rd Street, Elyria, Ohio Weekend Masses 36600 Sugar Ridge Rd., N. Ridgeville
~708 Erie St., Grafton • 440-926-2364~ (440) 322-2126 Sat. 5 p.m. 440-327-946

www.saintandrew-elyria.org Sun. 8 & 11 a.m. www.sugarridgebaptistchurch.com
Like us on Facebook All age Sunday School 10 am
440-236-5095
Rev. June Hardy Dorsey, Rector Sunday Worship 11 am & 6:30 pm
www.seascolumbiastation.org Wednesday Worship 7 pm

Swiss Steak Dinner Vacation Bible School

Litch?eld Assembly of God, located at 9082 Norwalk Cornerstone Bible Fellowship
Road will have a Swiss Steak Dinner on Friday, June 5, from This July 27-31, members come together to present Va-
4:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is adults/$9, seniors/$7, children 6-12/$4 cation Bible School to local children. This free outreach
and children 5 and under are free. Carry-out will be available; ministry welcomes children ages 3 through 6th grade and
call (330) 723-2691. offers Bible lessons, crafts, games and snacks.
Jambo! Welcome to Camp Kilimanjaro, where you'll
Murder Mystery at SEAS have an epic expedition through the book of Proverbs!
Every day, our kids are faced with choices—will they
Community Dinner St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church presents a Jovialities En- choose wisely or foolishly? As they safari up Mount Kili-
tertainment Company Murder Mystery on Saturday, June 13, manjaro, your trekkers learn that true wisdom comes only
Community Dinners will be served from 5-6:30 p.m. on from 7-10 p.m. The cost of the event is $20 per person and from the one true all-wise God, who wants us to be wise!
the second Saturday of each month at the Grafton United reservations are required! When you register, you will be And He's ?lled the book of Proverbs with wise sayings for
Methodist Church, 973 Mechanic St. All are welcome at asked to bring an appetizer or dessert for 8 or more people. us! As they study Proverbs, your hikers will learn to have:
no charge. A Wine Bar will be available at $3 per glass. Join in the fun Ears that hear and do the Word of God: Hearts that trust
and be a part of this interactive murder mystery. Tickets are in the Lord; Tongues that are tame; Hands that get to work;
June Food Pantry available by calling SEAS at (440) 236-5095 or Joe Carr at Feet that walk with the wise!
(440) 317-1958. SEAS is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in To register, visit CBFMinistry.org or you can register
The June food distribution at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Columbia Station. when you come on July 27. CBF is located at 36300 Center
Church will be on Monday, June 1, from 4-5:30 p.m. The Ridge Rd., in North Ridgeville. For questions, call (440)
church is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia Jazz Under the Stars 353-3530.
Township. The food, from the Second Harvest Food Bank
of North Central Ohio in Lorain, is available to residents of Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (OR- Columbia United Methodist Church
Columbia, Grafton and Eaton Township. Recipients must MACO) kicks off Jazz Under the Stars on Saturday, June Vacation Bible school will be held June 29th , June 30th
be eligible according to Ohio Job and Family Services 6, at 7pm in Medina’s Uptown Park. The concert features & July 1st from 9:30 am- 12noon. The church is located
guidelines and bring proof of address, such as a current regional favorite, Tim Akin (Bass) and friends. Entering its at 25453 Royalton Road in Columbia Station. This years
utility bill and a photo ID. 5th year, this free summer festival has become one of the theme is G-Force where children will experience God’s
preeminent jazz festivals in the region, featuring highly ac- love in action. Registration forms available at the Church
For more information, or to determine eligibility, phone claimed musicians and drawing audiences from Ohio and for children ages preschool ( with 1 year experience )
the church of?ce at (440) 236-5095, M-F between 9 a.m. beyond. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics and through 6th grade.
and noon. sit back and enjoy these top-notch concerts. Donations of canned food items accepted for the Co-
lumbia Food cupboard. Contact the church at 440-236-
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of The festival continues on July 11 with Cleveland-based 8822 for questions or more information. Color for ?rst day
Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from dis- Velvet Voyage. This talented group plays smooth jazz and is red.
criminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, blues, as well as their own versions of popular tunes.
age or disability. North Eaton Baptist Church
Well-known vocalist Laura Varcho performs on August Calling all adventurers ages 3yrs through 6th grade. We
Gentle Woman Fellowship 15. Specializing in brilliant interpretations of select jazz will be having our annual Vacation Bible School Journey
and popular standards, Miss Varcho is a featured artist at OFF the MAP on Sunday June 14th - Thursday, June 18th,
Gentle Woman Fellowship, an intra-parish group meets top jazz clubs, has opened for national artists, has head- from 6pm-8:45pm. There will be fun journeys in crafts,
on First Fridays at St. Clarence Parish Center, located at lined concerts at Night Town and Cain Park and performed music, missions, recreation, Bible Studies, and snacks of
30106 Lorain Road, in N. Olmsted. The schedule for June as a featured vocalist at area jazz festivals. course! We want you to help us do the exploring! Come
5 includes: praying the rosary at 9:30 a.m., attending Holy out and bring a friend to this FREE FUN. Our tour destina-
Mass at 10 a.m. and enjoying a potluck luncheon and Chi- Closing out the summer is area favorite Bobby Selvag- tion, North Eaton Baptist, is located at 12109 S Reed Rd,
nese Raf?e at 11 a.m. The luncheon will be right after gio and his Jazz Orchestra,. He is one of the leading alto between Island Rd and Cowley Rd off of Royalton Rd. For
Mass. Please bring a cold salad, veggies with a dip, little saxophone voices in today's jazz world. more information, please call our TOP SPY at 440-748-
cold sandwiches, fresh fruit or something similar to share. 2552 or 440-748-2174. The Bus will be running and pick-
Dessert will be provided! This is the last gathering before In the event of rain, the concerts will be held at The ing up potential explorers in the area. If you would like a
Summer Break. Please remember meetings resume on the United Church of Christ, 217 East Liberty Street, in Me- ride, CALL! www.northeatonbaptist.com
First Friday in October. All women are welcome without dina (just off the Square). All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and
reservations. Come and bring a friend! Questions can be end at 9 p.m. More information is available at www.or- Vendors wanted
answered by Mary at (440) 458-5063 or Mary at (440) 235- maco.org.
6258. The 5th Annual Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish Home
ORMACO is an all volunteer non-pro?t with the mis- Days Festival is in the planning stages. The committee is
Laubenthal Funeral sion of making music, arts and culture accessible to all, with now accepting applications for non-food vendors and craft
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Offering Forethought July 31-August 2, in Grafton. For an application or for more
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North Ridgeville Library

Auditions Summer Poetry Contest the adult information desk at ing time! Preregistration is in general. Preregistration is
Get creative with the Lo- the North Ridgeville Branch. required and is available on- required and is available on-
The Ole Towne Hall Youth Theatre, located on Center rain Public Library System. The Book Buddies group for line at LorainPublicLibrary. line at LorainPublicLibrary.
Ridge Road and Rt. 83 in North Ridgeville, will be holding Third-12th-graders are en- adults will discuss this book org or by calling the library org or by calling the library at
auditions for their summer production "Bye Bye Birdie," on couraged to submit an origi- on Wednesday, June 10 at 1 at 440-327-8326. North Rid- 440-327-8326.
June 6, from 2-4 p.m. Those interested in a principal role nal poem between June 1-30 p.m. New members are wel- geville.
should bring a prepared song. All others will sing a short song for a chance to win a poetry come. For more information, Story Time
together. Everyone should be ready to dance. For more infor- journal and other prizes. Visit call the library at 440-327- North Ridgeville Writers Summer story time ses-
mation, call Sharon at (440) 323-0073. your local library or Lorain- 8326. Join a group for adult writ- sions at the North Ridgeville
PublicLibrary.org for an entry Branch starts the week of
OGS meeting form. For more information, Lego® Fun Day ers at the North Ridgeville June 15. Sign your child up
call the Lorain Public Library Bring your imagination to Branch. The North Ridgeville now for a season of learning
“Introduction to tracing your roots in Eastern Europe,” System at 1-800-322-READ. the North Ridgeville Branch Writers meet next on Satur- fun! Classes are listed online
presented by Amy Wachs will be the featured program at the on Thursday, June 11 at 2 p.m. day, June 13 from 2-4 p.m. at LorainPublicLibrary.org.
meeting of the Lorain County Chapter OGS on Monday, June 8, Read To A Dog Come build a masterpiece out Come participate in read and You can also call 440-327-
at the N. Ridgeville Library, 35700 Bainbridge Rd. Could there be a less in- of LEGO® blocks. Kids ages critique sessions, build your 8326 or stop by the library for
timidating audience than a 5 and up will have an amaz- skills through writing practice more information.
This presentation will provide an overview of how historical dog? Bring your early read- and learn the craft of writing
events and the changing borders of Eastern Europe affected the ers to the North Ridgeville
type of genealogical records available to research today. Social Branch on Saturday, June 6 www.jmcarpentryltd.com
time is at 6:30 p.m.; the program and a general business meeting for Browser’s® Reading Bud-
are at 7 p.m. Individuals with an interest in genealogy are invited dies. First-?fth graders may
to attend this free program. Lorain County ancestor is not a re- be signed up for a 15-minute
quirement for participation in Chapter events. session between 10:30-11:30
a.m. Canine volunteers are
Contact Pete at (440) 967-8002 or Margaret at (440) 323- certi?ed through Therapy
5080 for more information about the Lorain County Chapter of Dog International. Kids can
OGS. practice their reading skills
with a comforting four-legged
McConnell Ready Mix is a full service Ready companion. Preregistration is
Mix Concrete supplier servicing the Northeast required by calling the library
Ohio area. We service Residential, Commer- at 440-327-8326.
cial, Industrial or Government projects of any Superhero Training
size. For ordering and delivery of Ready Mix Get ready for a supersized
Concrete or just a quote for your project call summer with the North Rid-
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440-458-4325. on your superhero skills on
McConnell Ready Mix Tuesday, June 9 from 1-4 p.m.
37540 Butternut Ridge Road • N. Ridgeville, OH 44039 Kids ages 2 and up with a re-
www.mcconnellreadymix.com sponsible adult are welcome
[email protected] to channel their inner super-
heroes as they tackle fantastic
feats, marvelous challenges
and troublesome foes. For
more information, call the li-
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North Ridgeville Senior Events 3rd annual Senior Celebration
& Health Fair!
If you are planning on Summer Picnic - Thank you to each and every
doing some yard work, Wednesday, June 24, at 12 one of you! The Elyria Public Library System, Alzheimer’s Association, Lorain County Of?ce on
please visit The Rock Pile noon. Get ready to enjoy Aging and Comfort Keepers of Elyria are announcing the Third annual Flag Day Senior
on Nagel Road in Avon. If summer by attending this af- Hearing Testing - Lee- Celebration and Health Fair on Friday, June 12, from 9-11:30 a.m. at the 1194 West River
you mention the Of?ce for ternoon of fun and festivities Ann Christner of Mobile Branch of the Elyria Public Library. A special physician speaker talk, featuring Dr. Lynn
Older Adults, they will do- at our Annual Summer Pic- Hearing Service will be con- Chrismer, geriatrician at the Cleveland Clinic Lorain Institute, will be presented during the
nate 5% of your purchase to nic! We will have hotdogs, ducting a FREE hearing test health fair at 10 a.m. Call 1-800-272-3900 to reserve your spot.
the Senior Center! hamburgers, potato salad, for seniors here at the Senior
baked beans and, hopefully, Center on Thursday, June 4, The purpose of this annual event is to provide older adults with information and re-
We’re publishing a Se- lots of sunshine! Come early from 1- 2 p.m. Equipment sources needed to maintain their health, wellness and independence as they age. The goal
nior Center Cookbook to play cards or stay after cleaning is also available for is also to provide information and education to local residents about the many bene?ts of
(fundraiser) and need your lunch for some fun games of a minimal fee. Call 353-0828 the Elyria Libraries and to raise awareness about services offered by the Alzheimer’s As-
assistance! Please submit bingo or cards. Reservations to schedule an appointment. sociation and the Lorain County Of?ce on Aging.
your recipes by June 30 for are required by calling 353-
these categories: appetizer, 0828 no later than Monday, Blood Pressure Checks - Many different types of businesses will be showcased during the Open House. Patrons
bread/rolls, soup/salad, veg- June 22. Stop by the third Wednesday will have an opportunity to talk with a variety of service providers dedicated to protecting
etables, main dish, dessert of the month, June 17, and the health and well-being of older adults, including representatives from area health care
(cakes, pies, cookies) and A big Thank You to all have your blood pressure providers, social service agencies, home health care, legal services, hearing and eyesight
miscellaneous. These reci- those who made our April checked by volunteer nurses companies, transitional housing organizations and hospice.
pes can be a favorite, general Spaghetti Dinner such a from 10 a.m. - noon. There
or family recipe (please add success! We appreciate the is no charge and it is walk-in All funds raised will be donated to the Elyria Friends of the Library.
a brief history with family North Ridgeville Lion’s Club only. Once you’re done, stay FREE information, giveaways and refreshments will be featured at the event. For more
recipes). Ways to submit rec- for sponsoring this fund- for our delicious Wednesday information, contact Debby Krejsa at the West River Branch, Elyria Library at 440.324.3863
ipes: drop-off, mail or email raiser, the Lion’s and North lunch. Note the new start or Susie Pike with Comfort Keepers at 440.458.4440.
[email protected]. Ridgeville Fire Department time.
When submitting recipes, for helping serve, do dishes, Senior Center Men’s Breakfast
please include your name clean up, etc. and our special Meals-On-Wheels -
with a phone number in case Senior Center volunteers The Senior Center offers a Cookbook “Let’s Play Ball!” Matt Kendeigh, Account Executive of
they have questions regard- who are always here at each Meals-On-Wheels program the Lake Erie Crushers, will be at the North Ridgeville Senior
ing the recipe. Spaghetti Dinner to give us a to seniors 60 years and old- fund-raiser Center’s Men’s Breakfast on June 4, from 9-10 a.m.
hand. We also appreciate all er. A hot, nutritious meal is
Ladies Brunch on June the delicious desserts donat- delivered right to their door The Senior Center is look- Matt will speak at 9:30 a.m. about the outlook for the Lake
25. Bring a recipe and re- ed by our wonderful bakers. Monday through Friday (or ing for some assistance in col- Erie Crushers’ season and all the fun happenings at All-Pro
ceive brunch free. weekdays of their choos- lecting recipes for a cookbook if Freight Stadium - he might even have some great giveaways
ing). Each meal is delivered you have any recipes you’d like for the morning!
Turning 65?? before noon and contains a to share, whether they’d be a fa-
hot entrée, bread and a cup vorite, general or from the family The breakfast includes an entrée, fruit, juice and coffee, all
You have reached another milestone in of fruit or gelatin. We do not collection passed from genera- for $3. It is open to senior men 60 years and older. Reserva-
your life. At this milestone you have accommodate any special di- tion to generation. tions must be called in by Wednesday, June 3, at 10 a.m. to
to make a decision about Medicare. ets. However, all meals area the Senior Center at (440) 353-0828.
low in sodium and low in They are asking for reci-
• WHAT COMPANY? sugar. The price for a meal is pes to ?ll these categories: ap- Pinochle Players Needed!
• WHAT PLAN? $3.25, but we do offer a slid- petizer, bread/rolls, soup/salad,
• HOW DOES MEDICARE WORK? ing scale and no one is ever vegetables, main dish, desserts If you know how to play pinochle, are a single senior
• WHEN DO I SIGN UP? turned away for the inability (cakes, pies, cookies, etc.) and and want to play pinochle with a group, call Joanne at
to pay. Through Meals-On- miscellaneous. When submitting
Making an uninformed Wheels, older adults are able recipes, please include name and 440-458-8182 or Shirley at 440-323-1355.
decision may lead to to stay in their homes and phone number (in case there are
unnecessary cost. Let maintain their independence questions about recipe). With KHeather Taras, LPN
me help you discover longer. Oftentimes, our driv- family recipes, please include Case Manager, Director of Admissions
your options. My ers are the only people some- a brief history or memory and
services are at no cost one may see that day. In (if you’d like) a favorite family Cell 440-822-0305 | Of?ce 440-355-4616 | Fax 440-782-4030
to you! addition to the meal, this pro- photo to accompany the recipe [email protected]
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Letter to the Editor

Midview Basketball LaGrange Charity To the Editor:
Golf Scramble - A 3-person Golf Classic - The 5th an- On Memorial Day, I attended 2 Memorial Day Ceremo-
Scramble Golf Tournament nual LaGrange Mayor Kim nies in the LaGrange/Wellington area. The ceremony in Pen-
LaGrange Lions Festival to support Midview Basket- Strauss’s Charity Golf Clas- ?eld, at the cemetery, was heartfelt and moving and reminded
ball will be held at Brent- sic is being held on Saturday, us what the true meaning of Memorial Day is. However, the
The LaGrange Lions Festival will be July 23-25. They will wood Golf Club on Satur- July 18, at Grey Hawk Golf ceremony in LaGrange left something to be desired. The
be hosting Texas Hold 'em on Friday with cash games only at day, June 6. There will be an Club, located in LaGrange. speaker, while a wounded veteran, focused more on getting
6 p.m. On Saturday, there will be cash games from 12-3 p.m. 8:30 a.m. shotgun start. Soft It will be a 4-person scram- donations for “The Fisher House” (a facility for wounded ser-
and a tournament starting at 3 p.m. They will also have all the spikes are required. The en- ble with a shotgun start at vicemen’s family members to stay in for free). While I agree
favorite in?atables again. Are you interested in taking part in try fee is $65 per person and 1 p.m. All proceeds bene?t this is a worthy cause, I didn’t feel this was the place to ask
a Tug of War? Would you like to be a vendor at the festival? includes 18 holes of golf, a the Keystone Educational for donations. The trustee, Rita Can?eld, also didn’t mention
Food and non-food vendors are welcome. For Tug of War and golf cart, lunch, prizes, bev- Endowment Program. the real reason we were there and instead advised us that she
vendor information, please call George Klocek at (440) 315- erages and a dinner. There Putt for Parkinson’s donates to this cause and urged everybody in attendance to do
7871. For raf?e tickets, call Ann Sabo at (440) 315-4278. will be skins games, betting Charity Golf Outing - The the same. The veterans were asked to come forward so they
holes and a 50/50 raf?e. En- 2nd Putt for Parkinson’s Golf could be thanked for their service and many of them grum-
Keystone Schools tries are due by May 20 to Outing will be held Sunday, bled about the ceremony as you went through the line to thank
Superintendent Franco Gallo ensure a spot. Entry forms August 2, at Mallard Creek them. The ceremony should not have been a forum to fund-
are available through a link Golf Course, 34500 Royal- raise. It should have been used to honor the fallen heros of
It’s hard to believe, but this is the last week of the 2014- on the Midview website. ton Road, in Columbia Sta- this country. Ms. Can?eld, your lack of respect for the day is
2015 school year! Our staff at all three schools has done a Questions can be addressed tion. The 1 p.m. shotgun start truly saddening; how do you expect the community to respect
tremendous job with our students, fostering a positive aca- to Coach Troy DiFranco at includes a hole in one contest the day when our civic leaders don’t. I hope next year you
demic environment as well as providing an ef?cient, pro- 330-483-3420 or at tdifran- for a new car lease, 18 holes will remember the true meaning of the day and honor those
ductive, rewarding and outstanding education! I would like [email protected]. with a cart, range balls, skins that lost their lives the way they should be honored rather than
to express my sincere appreciation for our Keystone staff. It contest and a raf?e and si- using the day as a fundraising platform.
is truly an honor to be able to work amongst such a talented Lions Club Golf Outing lent auction at dinner, along Pamela Wilkes
group of individuals. - The North Ridgeville Li- with miscellaneous door
ons Club will have their 15th prizes for the golfers. A light HOW CAN YOU
Keystone’s success is not only credited to our staff; it annual Golf Outing on June lunch and steak dinner will
is also dependent on our students, parents and surrounding 13 at Emerald Woods Golf be provided. Dinner will be SAVE UP TO 30%
community. From academic commitment, to athletic dedica- Course, located at 12501 served at 5:30 p.m. Even if ON YOUR
tion, to service to our community, our students are highly N. Boone Rd., in Columbia you don’t golf, you can buy
regarded by not only our residents but by surrounding areas Station. The shotgun start, a dinner ticket for $30. Cost AUTO INSURANCE?
as well. At sporting events or county-wide student gather- 4-person Scramble starts is $90 per golfer if regis-
ings, I often hear how impressed other Districts are with our at 8:30 a.m. There will be tered by July 1 and $100 per PinPoint Auto® Insurance from Grange offers discounts
student’s behavior, poise and character. Thank you parents prize money for 1st and 2nd golfer after July 1. Deadline for things you already do – like paying your bills on time
for instilling these values in our students. places. Cost is $90 per per- for sign-ups is Saturday, July and owning a home. And when you switch to us from
son, which includes 18 holes 25. Sponsored by the Miller/ State Farm, Progressive, Nationwide, Allstate, American
Lastly, our community’s support is a vital element in our of golf with cart, lunch and Gorski & Gigliotti Families. Family, USAA or GEICO the savings get even bigger. All
success. Our residents recently voted to pass an operating beverages at the turn and a Doug Gorski’s grandfather, told, you could save up to 30%.
levy that will allow us to both continue and expand our stu- steak dinner and skill awards Andrew Namoski, and Ka- Call us in Grafton at 440.926.3312 or
dent services. In addition, their enthusiastic attendance at after the event. Event spon- tie Miller/Gorski’s grand- in Wellington at 440.647.6010.
our students’ performances, athletic events, awards ceremo- sorships are $100 and $500. mother, Dorothy A. Miller,
nies and recognition programs is another one of the aspects All proceeds will go to the both passed away from this Products and coverages not available in all states
that make Keystone such a great district for our students and many charities of the North debilitating disease. For
our staff. Ridgeville Lions Club. For questions or more informa-
more information, please tion, contact Namoski.Mil-
Thank you Keystone for a wonderful 2014-2015 school call Kevin McNulty at (440) [email protected] or call
year! 353-0910, Joe Arhar at (440) (440) 731-8429.
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COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2

Columbia Schools
Superintendent Graig Bansek

Notice of Public Hearing Spring Garden luncheon Congratulations to the Class of 2015! I wish you the best
of luck in your future endeavors. Thank you for representing
Please join the Lorain County Historical Society for its an- our schools with class and dignity! You will be missed!
On Wednesday, June 3, the Eaton Township Zoning Com- The last day for underclassmen is Wednesday, June 3.
mission will hold a public hearing in regards to a request by nual Spring Garden Luncheon on June 6, from 11:30 a.m. - 2
Russell Realty for rezoning. Parcel No. 11-00-045-000-050 p.m. Guests will enjoy a casual afternoon of ?owers, food The last day for staff is Thursday, June 4. Thank you to our
is currently zoned RHD (Residential High Density) and the and fun at The Hickories Museum, located at 509 Washington students, staff and parents for a great school year! I wish all
petitioners seek to have it changed to Residential R-3 with a Avenue, in Elyria. Private gardens will be available for view- of you a safe and relaxing summer vacation.
cluster overlay. The meeting will be held at the Eaton Town- ing. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended as seating The following CHS students received special awards at
ship Hall, located at 12043 Avon Belden Rd., beginning is limited. Cost is $18 for non-members and $15 for LCHS State Science Day: Sara Aniol - 1st place Statistical Analy-
promptly at 7:30 p.m. members. Reserve your tickets by calling LCHS at (440) 322- sis Award; Caite Miller - University of Toledo Achievement
3341. This event is open to the public. Scholarship, 2nd place Behavioral Science Award; and Amy
Clothes Closet Mirecki - Governor's Award for Excellence in Agriculture
Relay for Life team & Food Science Research. The following CMS student
The monthly clothes closet at North Eaton Baptist will be needs vendors received a Special Award at State Science Day: Andrew
on Monday, June 1, from 5-7 p.m. This is a free event open Champagne - 4th place Geological Award. Congratulations
to the public. They have clothing and shoes from babies to The Relay for Life team of University Hospitals/Elyria to all of these students!
adults and a small assortment of toys, books and housewares. Medical Center will be having a ?ea market on Saturday,
Everything is on a ?rst come, ?rst served basis. You are en- June 6. A $15 donation will get you a space to sell your trea- We are always looking to improve the quality of the
couraged to bring a bag or two for your items. No identi?ca- sures. They will do all your advertising and setting up! All school district and the services we provide. If you have a
tion is required. proceeds to bene?t Relay for Life. suggestion, question or comment, please feel free to call me
at (440) 236-5008, email [email protected] or
This program is a ministry of North Eaton Baptist Church For vendor information, please phone 248-5560. on twitter at @graigbansek.
and all items are provided through community donations.
Robson Road Historical Society news
Dean’s List Neighborhood watch
The Columbia Historical Society will be selling “Cats
Courtney Pitsinger, of Eaton, quali?ed for the Spring 2105 The Robson Road Neighborhood Watch Steering Com- Meow” of the Columbia Block House at Homecoming Days,
Dean's List at Belmont University. Eligibility is based on a mittee Meeting will be held Monday, June 1, at The LaPorte June 26,-28 - look for their booth. The cost is $20 each. For
minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Topics covered are cen- presale orders, contact Karen at 440-879-8188.
average of 3.5 with no grade below a C. tered around the safety and community centeredness of the
Their monthly meeting will be on June 9, at the Town
Congratulations Courtney! Hall beginning at 7 p.m. Lori Bolton-Richards will be the
guest speaker telling about Historical Costumes and Textiles
Thank You for women and men. The collections include those from the

Thank you to all who attended the Memorial Day Service street. The Lorain County Sheriff’s Department will 20th century and wedding traditions. This collection is from
at Butternut Ridge Cemetery, presented by American Legion be sending a Deputy to give a report of any recent activity, the Ohio State University Museum. The meeting is open to
Post 717 and the Eaton Township Veterans’ Committee. as well as attempts to answer any speci?c concerns about the the community.
street.
Thank you also to Christine Jackson for playing “Taps” New folks, and de?nitely new neighbors, are encouraged Columbia Youth Football
so beautifully, bagpiper Lt. Patrick Coleman of the Brecks- to attend as they are always open to any constructive ideas to celebrates 45 years
ville Fire Department with his dramatic presentation of make the street better. Please consider joining them if you are
“Amazing Grace,” Rev. Charles A. Butcher of North Eaton a resident of Robson Road or its adjoining streets. Columbia Raiders Youth Football (formerly Columbia
Christian Church for his blessing, prayers and leading us in Please Note: You will also be receiving your News Letter Pee Wee) will be celebrating their 45th year of youth foot-
singing “God Bless America” and guest speaker, local his- soon with the ?yer for this year’s annual RRNW Picnic... ball in Columbia. You are invited to share in the success of
torian and author Renee Durkee Atkinson. what better time to get to know one another! this strong tradition by joining the league.

The roll call of fallen veterans interred at Butternut Ridge
Cemetery was read by committee members Ann, Pat, Renee
and Marcial. ODOT Construction news YES – This is the league that your brothers, uncles and
A big thanks also to those who took time out of their parents played in! Join now and receive their special 45th
anniversary pricing. Flag football is for kids ages 6-8 and
Saturday morning to place ?ags on veterans’ graves. You the cost of is $20 per player. Junior Tackle (9-10 years old)
are welcomed help. We are also grateful to Shirley Callihan State Route 18, between Indian Hollow Road and Foster and Senior tackle (11-13 years old) football costs $35 per
whose knowledge once again guided us in locating veterans’ Road in Pen?eld Township, is now open. The road was previ- player.
graves. ously closed for a bridge replacement project.
Registration/Sign-Ups will be held Sunday, June 7,
As always, the Eaton Township Road Crew did a fantas- State Route 2, between the Ohio Turnpike/Interstate 90 from 12-2 p.m. at the Columbia Park Pavilion behind the
tic job of making our cemetery beautiful. split and Middle Ridge Road, is reduced to narrowed lanes library. For more information, contact Dwayne Hershey at
of traf?c for a major bridge rehabilitation project. Two lanes (216)276-0628 or email columbiayouthfootball@hotmail.
We are already planning for next year, and hope you will of westbound traf?c are maintained using a contra?ow traf?c com You can also check out their website, www.leagueline-
join us for the Butternut Ridge Cemetery Memorial Day pattern, where one lane for local traf?c is maintained on the up.com/columbiayouthfootball and Like them on Facebook
Service in 2016. westbound side. Two lanes of traf?c will be maintained at at Columbia Raiders Youth Football.
all times in both directions. Motorists are encouraged to use
Valley City Garden Club extreme caution while navigating this work zone and watch Columbia Library
for slower moving traf?c as it merges into an open lane. The
The Valley City Garden Club will meet on Thursday, project is expected to be complete in October 2016. Summer Poetry Contest
June 18, at noon, for their annual “President’s Tea” to be Get creative with the Lorain Public Library System. Third-
held at the Valley City Town Hall. Lori Hilfer, of the West- US Route 20, between Middle Avenue and State Route 57, 12th-graders are encouraged to submit an original poem be-
ern Reserve Rose Society, will present a program on “Rose is restricted to one lane of traf?c in each direction as part of a tween June 1 -30 for a chance to win a poetry journal and other
Gardening.” If you are interested in joining VCGC, or want resurfacing project. One lane of traf?c will be maintained in prizes. Visit your local library or LorainPublicLibrary.org for
more information, contact Pat Dohoda at (330) 483-4449 or each direction at all times through June 2015. an entry form. For more information, call the Lorain Public Li-
[email protected]. The club offers many brary System at 1-800-322-READ.
interesting speakers, demonstrations and ?eld trips. State Route 57, between the Ohio Turnpike and Schadden
Road in the City of Elyria, is restricted to two narrowed lanes Learn to download off the library’s website
of traf?c in each direction for work as part of a major recon- Come learn how to use the Lorain Public Library System’s
Summer Reading program struction project. Access to Midway Boulevard from SR 57 is website, LorainPublicLibrary.org, to access free downloadable
kickoff party at the beach prohibited at this time for work to construct the at-grade inter- and/or streaming magazines, movies, TV shows, music and au-
section; however, detours are posted. The project is expected diobooks. Attend a class at the library on Thursday, June 4 at
Calling all superheroes! Lorain Public Library System’s to be complete in August 2016. 2 p.m. You’ll receive an overview of eLibrary services includ-
7th annual Summer Reading Program beach kickoff party ing hoopla, Freegal and Zinio. Bring a mobile device along
is Saturday, June 6. Daytime activities are from 12-3 p.m. State Route 254, at its intersection with State Route 57 if you like. Preregistration is required and is available online
at Lakeview Park, 1800 W. Erie Ave., in Lorain. An eve- in Shef?eld Township, closed Friday, May 29, as part of an at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the libraryat 440-236-
ning party is on the beach from 6-8 p.m. This launches the intersection improvement project. The detour route for east- 8751.
library’s “Every Hero Has a Story” Summer Reading Pro- bound motorists is SR 254 to SR 57, south on SR 57 to I-90,
gram and the metro parks’ Lakeview Park beach season. east on I-90 to SR 254, and reverse for westbound motorists. Lego® Club
The road is expected to reopen in mid-August 2015. Bring your imagination to the Columbia Branch on Friday,
Fun for the whole family will include crafts, games and June 5 at 3 p.m. The library has a brand new LEGO® collec-
face painting in the afternoon. Come wearing your favorite State Route 303, from the Huron/Lorain County line to the tion! Come build a masterpiece that will be displayed in the
hero costume and take part in a special training camp with village of LaGrange, is reduced to one lane of traf?c as part of library. If you have LEGO®s that you would like to donate,
some of your favorite superheroes during the day. This inter- a preventive maintenance chip seal project. One lane of two- please call the library. Preregistration is required and is avail-
way traf?c will be maintained with ?aggers at all times. The able online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the library
project is expected to be complete by June 30, 2015.
French Creek Road, over Interstate 90 in the village of at 440-236-8751.
active Junior Superhero Academy is presented by Spectacu-
lar Party Entertainment LLC. At night, come dance as Super Shef?eld, is closed for a bridge replacement project. The de- Powerpoint For Beginners
tour route for westbound motorists is French Creek Rd. to SR Learn to create dynamic presentations for any audience.
Dave from WOBL/WDLW spins your favorite oldies but 254, west on SR 254 to SR 301, north on SR 301 to French Attend PowerPoint for Beginners class on Saturday, June 6 at
goodies on the beach! Dip your toes in the water, or simply Creek Rd., and reverse for eastbound motorists. The road is 10:30 a.m. at the Columbia Branch. Participants will learn how
take in the view of the sun setting over the lake. Then, share expected to reopen October 3, 2015. to create slides that include charts, clip art and other graphics,
your beach kickoff photos throughout the day on Facebook including animation and transition effects. Please be comfort-
and Twitter using the hashtag #LibraryBeachParty. Taylor Street, at its intersection with State Route 58 in the able using a mouse before attending this class. Preregistration
village of Wellington, is closed for work as part of the SR 58 is required and is available online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or
The kickoff is cosponsored by the Lorain Public Library railroad grade separation project. Detour is posted. The road by calling the library at 440-236-8751.
System and the Lorain County Metro Parks. For more in- is expected to reopen in September 2015.
formation, call the Lorain Public Library System at 1-800-
www rural-urbanrecord.com322-READ.
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APPLIANCES CLEANING GARAGE SALES Moving Sale: Everything must HELP WANTED PETS
Good clean used appli- go! 1016 Plymouth Drive, Graf-
ances. Call Bill Bakers, CUSTOMIZED 11037 Bridle Path, Columbia ton. June 5-6 from 9-5pm. Fur- Looking for a professional to All Paws Kennel, 24344 Foster
440-322-2325. QUALITY CLEANING Station. Thursday, June 4, niture, shelving, 3 dining room change hot tub into jacuzzi Rd., Litch?eld, 330-648-9509.
Weekly, Bi-weekly, Monthly 9-3pm. Precious Moments, tables, misc. kitchenware, tub. Call 216-403-6028. Heated indoor facility, 4 fenced
AUTOS WANTED For your home, estate toys, clothes and more. tools and much more! exercise yards, custom care.
FREE PICK-UP Full time Drivers wanted! $15 per day. Grooming now
or apartment. 15593 Chamberlain Road, HALLS FOR RENT Holland is hiring Drivers in available.
Of Your Unwanted Free estimates. Grafton (1 mile south of light Akron. Drvs w/ 1 year or 50k
Cars & Trucks and 1 mile north of 303). AMVETS POST 32 miles exp, w/ tanker & hazmat. “DOGS
440-334-7768 Wednesday-Friday, June 3-5, 11087 Middle Ave., Elyria The recruiter will be on site ON
Call JASON’S SERVICES 9-6pm. Plan on time to see June 2, 3 & 4 from Noon to THE
440-926-3446 FOR RENT everything! Electronics, man Capacity: Hall-250, 5pm at 3140 Massillon Rd., GO”
stuff, housewares, collect- Q-Hut-100, Pavillion-250 Akron, OH, 44312. Apply at:
Mike’s Hooker Service. We Affordable apartments in La- ibles, horse items and lots of Available for all occasions Hollandregional.com/careers Professional Pet Sitter
pay top dollar for all unwant- Porte: Spacious 2BR units, unique items. See Craigslist EEO/AAE Minorities/Females/ Loving care for your
ed cars, trucks, vans. Free close to 480. Starting at $535/ for details. Call for pricing Persons with Disabilities/ pets while you are
pick-up. Pay cash. Call Mike, month. 1st month rent free. and availability
216-534-6514. Call 440-323-7067. 20367 Hawley Road, Wel- 440-458-8544 Protected Veterans at work or away.
lington. June 5-6 from 8-4pm. Insured & Bonded
CLEANING Columbia Station, available Antiques, Precious Moments COLUMBIA V.F.W HALL WE ARE HIRING! Positions
3 Chics and a Broom: Green June 1. 3 bedroom down. and much more. 25-150 Capacity available in Medina, Seville, Call Jill: 440-322-7929
Cleaning. Let us spiff you $750 includes water and Wadsworth, Lodi, Rittman,
up! Licensed, bonded and lawn maintenance. No pets. 25484 Royalton Rd., Columbia. Catering Available Valley City, Strongsville and REAL ESTATE
insured. 440-355-6639. 440-364-7505. June 4-6, 9-4pm. Much misc. 440-236-3323 Wooster. We are looking for
Custom cleaning. Everyone’s vintage & antiques. drivers, welders, general labor, Valley City: 8900 sq.ft. build-
needs are different. We spe- Elyria: 1 month free. $100 secu- F.O.P. LODGE #54 cleaners, warehouse, injection ing. Store front & 3 apartments.
cialize in catering to what your rity deposit. Newly remodeled 369 Alexis Drive, Elyria. Fri- Capacity 150-175 molders, janitorial, CNC, entry Good investment. Priced to
needs are. Call Marcie today 2 bedroom town homes with day & Saturday, June 5-6, Catering Available level, clerical positions and sell. 330-410-5791
for your free assessment ap- new carpet, ceramic tile and from 9:30-2. Men’s, women’s 36854 Royalton Rd. more. Come in and apply at
pointment at 440-213-7527. hard wood ?oors. Appliances & boys’ clothes, boys’ toys, (1 mile East of Durkee) 246 N. Court St. in Medina. SALES & SERVICES
Over 13 years experience. included. Call 216-347-6775. bikes, weight bench, queen
headboard, double bedframe Grafton, Ohio HORSES SMALL DUMPSTERS
FOR SALE & misc. household goods. 440-653-7227 for roo?ng, remodeling, etc.
Horseback riding lessons.
12—40 x 82 1/2 x 2” 4-track 37109 Giles Road, Grafton. FULL park with restrooms, 3 24344 Foster Road, Litch?eld, Bobcat, Backhoe & Dump
vinyl, 3-season room wall Thursday & Friday, June 4-5, pavilions, air conditioned hall, 330-603-5955. Beginners-ad- Truck work available
panels w/top & bottom tracks. 9-5pm. Furniture, tools, house- for 25 to 138. Call LaGrange vanced. Jumping lessons
216-630-1832. hold items. Lions Club. 440-458-6781. available. Indoor & outdoor CALL JASON’S SERVICES
arena. Trailering to shows 440-926-3446
Country-style complete bed- Angels Haven Horse Rescue Grafton VFW. Call from available.
room set, all wood, very Bene?t Yard Sale: June 4-5, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday-Fri- TRUCKS
good shape. $500 OBO. 8am-5pm; June 6, 8am-4pm. day. 440-926-3341 LAND FOR SALE
440-666-8742. Evergreen Farm, 13297 Durkee Chevy Pick-up 1998. Fair con-
Road. Toys, antiques, clothes, HANDYMAN SERVICES 2 Acre developed building dition, runs good. $1,400 or
Sunset Trail ‘07 camper, 29ft., household, furniture, electron- lot. In quiet setting of Lost make offer. 440-236-3274
sleeps 6, large slide-out, many ics, horse items & more. $5 Need help? Call Helping Hands Elms Development. Close
extras! Great condition! Must horse rides; tours from noon- & a Brain, 440-541-4434. Ev- to 480. 35 min. to Cleveland UPHOLSTERY
see! $11,500, 440-567-1756 close. All proceeds bene?t the erything from A-Z. Airport. Walking distance to
horse rescue. Donations are MetroParks. Asking $40,000. DAN’S UPHOLSTERY
Used Acorn Stair Lift, like new, welcome. HELP WANTED Call Ed Clark, 440-742-8467. over 30 yrs. experience
for 11 steps. No reasonable of-
fer refused. 440-235-4129 Grafton Village 22nd Annual Drivers: Need a change? More LAWN & GARDEN Full Upholstery
“Trash to Treasure” Village- home time this summer? 60K+ Cushion Re?lls
Zero turn 18HP like new, Wide Garage Sale will be on per year. Full bene?t package CORDELL’S LAWN MOWING Furniture Repair
$1800; MTD 7 sp. 20HP, $500. Saturday, June 13,from 9am to +bonuses. CDL-A 1yr. exp. Free estimates Call for free quote
440-355-6976 5pm. NO permits are required 855-454-0392 Senior / Military on re-upholstery
and NO maps are available.
Help needed for quadriplegic discounts available 216-346-2682
woman in LaGrange area. 7-1/2 440-236-3609
hours weekly guaranteed and WANTED TO BUY
PRN lifting involved. Serious GREENPIECE
inquiries only, 440-315-0764. Complete landscape Antiques Wanted! Buying
restoration / overhaul. contents of Estates, houses,
Help wanted at residence in Top soils & mulches. attics and barns. We pay well.
Wellington for general mainte- 440-506-7738
nance outside. 440-935-7096 440-458-5551
Looking to buy deer horns.
Landscaping company look- JACK’S STUMP REMOVAL 440-888-6800, ask for Bruce.
ing for foreman / persons who & LAWN CARE
are experienced in zero turn Free Estimates
mowing, weed whipping / whip 440-281-6970
edge technique. Must have 440-506-8647
valid driver’s license & good 216-410-7106
driving record. Pay based on
position & experience. Send TOWN & COUNTRY Tree Ser-
resume to: Resume, P.O. Box vice. Complete tree removal,
220, Valley city, OH 44280. trimming, root feeding and
cleaning. Fully insured. FREE
Landscaping ESTIMATES. Firewood for
Lawn mowing sale. 440-236-3061.

Foreman MOTORCYCLES
Laborers
440-236-9625 Wanted: Dead or alive mo-
PALMER’S LAWN CARE torcycles, street / dirt bikes,
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TOPSOIL
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Concrete • Masonry J.A. Kilby Electrical
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Residential & Commercial Electrical Service
440-327-3433 New Work-Replacement-Repairs 24$ per yard

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BROWN’S DESIGN LANDSCAPING INC. & NURSERY
Crack Filling & Patching Estimates •Commercial Buildings •Parking Lot Lighting
Family owned & operated over 27 yrs.
440-322-2628 440-327-3433 ext #3 • www.jakilby.com 1Nursery open to the public • Design & Installation - Water Features,

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One coupon per residential driveway. •Plumbing Services •All Phases of Excavation •Sewer LAWN MOWING
Present coupon at time of estimate Replacement (water, gas, storm) •Sanitary Sewer Installation MULCHING

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• CAR HAULERS • AUTOMOTIVE & INDUSTRIAL TOOLS BUCKEYE FENCING •Gravel •Boulders •Flat Rock
& EQUIPMENT • SNOW PLOWS & SALT SPREADERS •Straw •Sand •Limestone •Grass Seed
We specialize in Picked Up or Delivered
• SALES-SERVICE-RENTALS-LEASING High Tensil Wire • Rail Fence Large & Small Loads
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LAWN - GARDEN - LANDSCAPE

Modern Landscaping & Design, Inc. All Seasons Roo?ng Genealogy Group meeting

Residential ~ Commercial Tear-Offs, Slates, Chimney Mason Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. at the LCCC Wellington
Installation - New Lawns/Hydroseed • Lawn Cutting • Patios Siding & Gutter Repairs Center, 151 Commerce Drive, across from the Village Market
Repairs from $75. grocery store. The next meeting is on Wednesday, June 3.
Retaining Walls • Ponds • Waterfalls • Grading Work
440-748-3259 Casey Williamson The speaker for the meeting will be Deborah Abbott, Ph.D,
Call: 440-748-1333 who will be presenting a program on "A Gift of Legacy: Who's
Writing Your Story?" By telling your own story, you can honor
* Now Available * yourself as well as those ancestors who have touched your life
in one way or another. Using typical genealogical resources,
11847 Avon Belden Rd. Bulk Material for Sale along with your personal memories, learn the many memory
Pick up or Delivery joggers that will help bring your personal story to life.

Mulch • Topsoil • Stone Deborah A. Abbott, Ph.D., serves as a Trustee for The
Seed • Fertilizer OGS. She is an adjunct faculty member at the Institute of Ge-
nealogy & Historical Research in Birmingham and the Gene-
Full Services Available • Metal Roofs & Seamless Metal Gutters All Types • Metal Roof Coatings alogy Institute of Pittsburgh. Guests are welcome.
• Shingles & Siding • Pole Barns - Roof & Repair • Residential/Commercial
• Maintenance • Fertilization • Design / Build • Bonded/Insured • BBB/Angies List • Quality Professional Workmanship Encore for Lincoln
• Patios • Walkways Funeral Train
Cell: 216-402-2470 / 216-403-2965
(440) 235-YARD (9273) 1-888-752-8458 www.rkcontractinginc.com The Leviathan steam locomotive and the The Lincoln Fu-
neral Car will be available for rides and tours, respectively,
yardsmartlandscaping.com BENEDICT ROOFING once again on May 30 and 31. Due to popular demand and the
Family Business for Three Generations desire of both The Lake Shore Railway Association and the
GRAFTON TOPSOIL Leviathan Crew, we have elected to run an additional week-
RE-ROOFS • TEAR-OFFS • TUNE-UPS end with the locomotive and car in order to further share with
•MULCH •TOPSOIL •DRIVEWAY STONE •RAILROAD TIES Bob 440-238-6485 • Chris 440-238-5949 the community the history of Abraham Lincoln’s ?nal journey
•POOL SAND •LIMESTONE •LOCATED ON W. CAPEL RD. and the exhilaration of rail travel by steam.
Licensed • Insured • Free Estimates
216-408-8770 www.benedictroofing.com Prices will be reduced as follows: Adult tickets/$25, kids
12 and under/$5, veterans/$6 with proof of service and recent
PAINTING SEPTIC SERVICES graduates free with paying customer. Funeral car tours will
remain $5. On-site parking will be free. For further details,
MILUM PAINTING Licensed by Board of Health please contact Andrew Crouse, Recording Secretary of the
Cuyahoga & Lorain Counties Lake Shore Railway Association, visit the website LSRA.org,
Interior/Exterior or ?nd their Facebook page at LSRA’s Lorain & West Virginia
Drywall Install/Repair • Reasonable Rates RR.
• Prompt, Reliable Service
FREE ESTIMATES Village-wide yard sales
• Senior Discounts
440-309-5938 Chuck & Adam Dunlap, Owners Wellington’s 17th annual Village-Wide Yard Sale is on
Friday and Saturday, June 19 & 20, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. both
J.A. Kilby Plumbing $5 Off with this ad days. The sale event encourages people who live in Welling-
ton to have yard sales on the same weekend since many shop-
Residential & Commercial Plumbing Services 440-236-9200 pers like to look for bargains at multi-locations in one area.
440-926-0057
Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling and Additions “Lots of shoppers are attracted to Wellington each year to
CAD Design & Visual Renderings Available 235-0057 ?nd good bargains in children’s clothes and toys, furniture,
•New Work •Replacement •Repairs tools, decorative items and more,” said Patti Young, President
TREE SERVICE of Main Street Wellington, Inc. Make plans to have your sale
•Sewer & Waterline Excavation & Installation during this community event.
•Camera Inspections •Abandoned Wells Capped Jason E. Davis
-Complete Crane Service- RENT ME!
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Charter Government
Exotic Animal Petting Zoo Program BREMKE INSURANCE
There will be a presentation on the 7 Districts Charter Visit with exotic reptiles and mammals at Columbia
Government Initiative for Lorain County at the Herrick Li- library on Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m. Children of all ages Stop in for all your insurance needs.
brary on Tuesday, June 2, at 6:30 p.m. The goal of the ini- will enjoy learning about these live animals ?rsthand. Our Auto - Home - Commercial - Farm - Life - Health
tiative is to modernize our county government, improving Zoo to You will present this entertaining and educational
ef?ciency and providing equal representation across the en- program for children of all ages. Don’t miss this interac- Kyle E. Bremke
tire county. Currently, most of the representation in the Com- tive, hands-on experience, cosponsored by The Friends of Independent Agent
missioners' Of?ce comes from the Lorain area. The proposed the Columbia Library, Inc. Preregistration is required and is Phone: 440-647-0225
initiative would give all of the townships and cities a voice in available online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the Fax: 440-647-8866
the county government by creating seven districts throughout Columbia Branch at 440-236-8751. [email protected]
the county, of equal population, where local commissioners 104 South Main Street
would be elected as a representative of their local district. The File Management Wellington, Ohio 44090
presentation will discuss the process on how the proposed Learn how to organize ?les and folders on your computer
charter was formed and the districts created. There will be op- at the library on Tuesday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m. This beginner’s SALUTE OUR SERVICEMEN
portunity for questions and to sign the petition to get the issue class also covers various Windows skills. Preregistration is
on the November ballot. The Citizens for Equal Representa- required and is available online at LorainPublicLibrary.org 217 Elm St.
tion organization is sponsoring the initiative. Call 440-252- or by calling the library at 440-236-8751. Wellington, OH
2662 or email [email protected] for 6-Unit House!
more information. Geekery Perler Bead Craft 330-603-3213
Make simple bead crafts come alive! Teens are invited
Zachary seeks loving home to the Columbia Branch on Wednesday, June 10 at 6 p.m. to This amazing income property grosses
geek out. This program is cosponsored by The Friends of $2800 per month when fully rented. Six units,
Zachary is an 8 year old the Columbia Library, Inc. Preregistration is required and is
front declawed lap cat that lost available online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the shared coin operated laundry, on site
his home because someone was libraryat 440-236-8751. and off street parking.
allergic.If you would like to
give Zachary a loving, forever Citizen of the Year nominations Easy to rent, easy to maintain. Each unit
home, please call the Friend- includes stove and refrigerator. New coin op
ship Animal Protective League Individuals or organizations are encouraged to nominate a washer and dryer that produce around $100
at (440) 322-4321. The shel- person for the “Citizen of the Year” award, to be given during
ter is located at 8303 Murray the Homecoming Festival. Nomination forms can be found at per month. Net firm price is $150k.
Ridge Road, in Elyria. the website of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, www. Call to set an appointment to walk through.
columbiastation.com; at the top of the page click on Columbia
12” Still A Lot To Citizen of the Year. Nominations must be received by June 15, 330-603-3213
Hanging 2015. Nominations received after June 15 will not be reviewed.
Mail forms to: The Columbia Historical Society, P.O. Box 983,
Baskets Columbia Station, Ohio 44028.

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Annual & Vegetable Flats plications are available for the 66th annual Columbia Homecoming
Festival Miss and Master Contest, to be held on Saturday, June 27,
$12.99 at 11 a.m. at the Columbia Park. Applications are also available for
the Baby Liberty Contest for infants 3 months to 3 years old. Contes-
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formal wear, an on stage question and garden party costume. Each
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Just 5 miles west of Wellington Will Get or family and friends. The fee includes the King and Queen Lun-
cheon on Sunday, June 28, before the parade at the Columbia Hills
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Queen or as a court member and invited to participate in all courtly
www.hooksgreenhouse.com activities through the year. Applications are available in all the Co-
lumbia Schools, the Columbia Library, on-line at www.columbiasta-
tion.com or contact Charmae Cottom, Director, at (440) 263-9131
(cell) or [email protected].

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