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Volume 64, No. 15 Columbia Station, Ohio October 8, 2018
CHS Homecoming Erhart Firefighters MHS Homecoming
King and Queen Swiss Steak Dinner King and Queen
The Erhart Firefighters Association is having a buffet
style, all-you-can-eat Swiss Steak Dinner on Saturday, Oc-
tober 13, from 4-8 p.m. The fire station is located at 6609
Norwalk Rd. (intersection of Rt. 18 and Rt. 252), in Mallet
Creek. Cost is $13 for adults, $12 for seniors with Golden
Buckeye Card, $7 for children 6-10 and children 5 and un-
der eat free. All carry-out orders are $13. Credit cards now
accepted.
Olmsted Falls Kiwanis
Pancake Breakfast
The Olmsted Falls Kiwanis are having their annual
Homecoming Pancake Breakfast October 14. It will be held
in the cafeteria at Olmsted Falls High School from 8 a.m.-1
p.m. Admission is free; contribution will be accepted.
Girl Scouts of Twin Creek
Cupcake Wars
Congratulations to Columbia High School 2018-19 Home-
coming Queen, Alexis Corbett and King, Brandon Coleman.
Congratulations to Midview High School 2018-19 Homecom-
Wellington Bicentennial Tour ing Queen, Gretchen Hack and King, Isiah Johnson. Photo
Courtesy of LifeTouch.
of Historic Homes “Homeless Jesus” comes to
Main Street Wellington, Inc., an organization dedicated to First Congregational UCC
the revitalization of the historic downtown district, has sched-
uled a tour of seven historic homes in Wellington on Sun- First Congregational United Church of Christ in Elyria will
day, October 14, from 1-5 p.m. The homes, dating from the have the sculpture “Homeless Jesus” on display now through No-
1820s-1920s, are located on South Main, Herrick Avenue East vember 5.
and Forest Streets, in the Village of Wellington. “Homeless Jesus” is a life size sculpture by Canadian sculp-
Tour-goers should consider arriving early to enjoy Welling- tor Timothy Schmalz and is on loan to First Congregational UCC
ton’s downtown district, known for its historic architecture and through the generosity of Community West Foundation in West-
charm. Shops and restaurants will be open, offering dining and lake, Ohio. According to Community West Foundation, this beau-
shopping specials. Walking tour booklets for the historic down- tiful and moving sculpture “depicts Jesus as a homeless person
lying on a bench covered by a blanket with wounds in his feet.
town district, as well as for South Main Street homes, will be The sculpture is a visual representation of the Gospel passage in
available at no cost. Matthew 25:40, Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the
Advance sale tickets have begun. Priced at $12 each, they least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. This
are available at Wellington Implement, 625 South Main, Vil- symbolic work of art is one of a series of inspiring sculptures craft-
lage Market, 816 North Main, and Apples Market, 209 E. Her- ed by Schmalz.” The sculpture will be on public display at First
rick Ave. Congregational UCC, 330 Second St., in downtown Elyria, next to
In the historic downtown district, advance sale tickets are the church’s sign.
available at Platinum Petal, at 110 South Main and Main Street
Wellington, at 118 Herrick Ave. West. On the day of the tour,
tickets are $15 and sold only at the historic Town Hall, located
on the square in the heart of the village, from 12-3:30 p.m. Pre-
sale tickets holders must redeem tickets for tour wristbands and Ava Lawrence and Alex Parsons with their award winning cupcakes.
maps at the Town Hall location from 12-3:30 p.m. Parking is The Girl Scouts of the Twin Creek Service unit had a large
available behind the Town Hall and Union School Park. turnout for their first annual Cupcake Wars. The event was held
This is an adult only tour and not suggested for children September 19. The young ladies had 30 minutes to decorate
younger than 12 years of age. No photographs will be allowed. their cupcakes. Then they voted on the cupcake they liked the
Visitors may be asked to wear provided shoe covers while in the best while designated judges chose the winning designs. Con-
homes. The homes are not handicapped accessible. The Home gratulations to the winners in each level of scouting. The old- While “Homeless Jesus” is on display, the First Church will
Tour Committee is also publishing an adult coloring book, sup- er contestants were the Cadettes - first place went to Aubrey be collecting new socks as part of Community West Foundations
ported by the Wellington Women’s League, with photographs Scholle and second place went to Hanna Brady. In the Junior “SocksPlus” campaign, which collects socks, gloves, boots and
by Katherine Musgrove from Raining Sunshine Studio and Al division, first place went to Mya Anderson and second place warm clothing for the homeless in Cleveland and surrounding ar-
Leiby from Memory Lane, that will feature homes and other to Madison Shaffstall. Alex Parsons won first place for the eas. The items collected will be forwarded to Community West
Wellington landmarks. Brownie Girl Scouts; taking second place in this division was Foundation. The church will also be collecting new bath towels,
Proceeds from the Historic Home Tour and adult coloring Ava Lawrence. In the Daisies division, Jocelyn Rose won first washcloths, toothbrushes, travel size personal hygiene items and
book benefit the programs of Main Street Wellington, Inc. For place and Eva Geyer was second. The People’s Choice Award sleeping bags that will be given out through the church’s Food
more information, call (440) 647-3987 or visit www.main- was won by Lillian Fandrich. Pantry to the homeless clients in need of assistance. Items may be
streetwellington.org. SEE PAGES 12-13. dropped off at the church during business hours.
Bridal Guide pgs 8-9 Fall pgs 16-17
Festivities
Community Directory Carlisle 14 Grafton 18 Wellington 11 Events page 2
Profile Page 19
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Columbia 4
Grafton Twp. 20
Churches
Eaton 14 LaGrange 10 Wellington Home Tour pgs 12-13
243 YEARS
OCTOBER 13
1775 - 2018
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North Olmsted 14th Annual Fundraiser for
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7pm and “Sweetest Day Train”
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NRPRD Annual FallFest Join the Southern Lorain Coun- followed by live and silent auc- on Oct. 20 at 6pm, featuring for the Second Harvest Food Music by Cougar Trap, food,
with from Matus Winery. Tickets
Bank for a door prize drawing.
ty Historical Society’s Annual
cash bar and cash prize for
Come experience fun games, Meeting, Dinner and Member- tions. available through website. $2 Donation to enter. best costume. All proceeds
food vendors, face & pumpkin ship Renewal. Dinner $17 (Beef Jack Matia Honda 46485 State Route 18 Lorain County JVS raised benefit Help for Heroes,
painting, balloon animals, straw tips, Chicken Cordon Bleu, 3 823 Leona St., Wellington 15181 ST RT 58, Oberlin a non-profit organization to help
fight, and hay rides (weather sides and dessert), Reserva- Elyria www.lwvry.org 9:00am - 4:00pm furnish the homes of homeless
permitting). Come early and get tions by Oct. 3. Call 440-647- 5:00pm - 8:00pm veterans. Tickets 216-798-3224
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they are gone. This event is Wellington Eagles October 20-21 25742 Royalton Rd.
Free. 631 S. Main St., Columbia Station
South Central Park Wellington Berea-Midpark Craft Show
7565 Avon Belden Rd., Doors Open: 6pm, Over 300 Vendors. Something 7:00-11:00pm
North Ridgeville Dinner: 7pm for everyone! Enjoy food, plus
4:00pm - 6:00pm Halloween Train Rides Music by the High School stu- October 26
Lester Rail Trail will offer free dents! Proceeds to benefit the
train rides during this special
October 6-7 October 13 Oct. 13-14 park program. Children can HS performing arts. See the ad Halloween Hullaballo
below!
Dress up and enjoy candy,
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Apple Cider Press, Johnny Ap- Looking for vendors! 8’ table Come and celebrate the 50th 3654 Lester Rd, Medina Sat 9-4pm, Sun 11-4pm treats makes for a fun-filled
pleseed, Pumpkin Patch, Apple if you register before October Annual Festival. See a boiling Hours vary each day evening. $5-$8. Tickets sold in
Butter Making, Pumpkin Paint- 6, and $25 after then. Call Car- cauldron of apple butter, free advance at the Rec Center.
ing, Kettle Corn, Wagon Rides ol 440-396-3177. Email car- activities for kids, Live music, Ehrnfelt Rec Center
Corn Maze & Farmyard an- [email protected] home-made food, crafts, baked October 20 18100 Royalton Rd.,
Penfield Twp Hall
imals. Plus demos of glass- goods and gift baskets. Free Strongsville
blowing, blacksmithing, and 41012 ST RT 18 admission and parking Craft Show & Fall
home crafts. Going on Oct. 13 Wellington Chatham Memorial Hall Festival
& 14 too! 9:00am - 3:00pm 6299 Avon Lake Rd. (RT 83) We are looking for Crafters Advertise Your Event!
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L&WV Train Rides Fields Craft Bazaar will run on select weekends Litchfield United Church • Date
Annual Fall Foliage Train Rides Variety of crafts, door prizes, in October. Tickets available of Christ • Location Call:
will run on select weekends bake sale & lunch. Admission is through website or can be pur- 3928 Avon Lake Rd.,
in October. New! PUMPKIN $1 donation. Handicap access. chased in person, before train Litchfield • Time 440-236-5103
PATCH LIMITED, all passen- Fields UMC ride. Also on Oct. 20&21. 9:00am - 5:00pm
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available through website. North Ridgeville Wellington
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Lunch - Choice of Chicken Parmesan sandwich, ham and combining Heavy and Light Industry into one commercial type
Columbia NEWS cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with green beans and mixed district. Some wording in Amendment 2018-01 was confusing,
so the Trustees are sending it back to the Zoning Commission
fruit.
Thursday: Breakfast - Pancake wrap; Lunch - Choice of
Julie Petras Sloppy Joe, ham and cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with corn for clarification. The Trustees will continue the hearing on this
amendment at the next Trustees meeting. Amendment 2018-02
[email protected] and watermelon. had no problems, so the Trustees approved its adoption. The
Friday: Breakfast - Breakfast bosco; Lunch - Choice of piz- Trustees closed the Public Hearing and resumed the regular or-
CHS Weekly Calendar za, ham and cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with mixed vege- der of business.
Committee Reports
tables and applesauce.
Monday, October 8: Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Township
5 p.m. Boys Soccer at Kirtland. Association will meet in Penfield Twp. on Oct. 18; the Rocky
5:30/6:30 p.m. Volleyball v. Clearview. Columbia Trustees Meeting River Watershed Council will meet in the Rocky River Nature
7 p.m. Drama Parent/Student meeting. Center on Oct. 12; and the Rural Lorain County Water Author-
Tuesday, October 9: ity will meet on Oct. 12.
5:30/6:30 p.m. Volleyball v. Lutheran West. After Community Input, the meeting was adjourned. The
Wednesday, October 10: The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on October next regular meeting will be on Monday, October 15, at 7 p.m.
7:30-11:45 a.m. Career, College, Community Day. 1 at 7 p.m. in the town hall with Ttwo trustees present, Mr. in the town hall.
11:45 a.m. 9th-11th grade early dismissal. Musto and Mr. Cunningham. Also present was the Fiscal Offi-
7 p.m. Girls Soccer vs. Buckeye. cer, Jackie Ramsey. The Trustees approved the minutes of the CHS Students of the Month
7 p.m. Boys Soccer at Buckeye Sept. 17 meeting. The Trustees also voted to pay the bills and
Thursday, October 11: payroll. The bills amounted to $38,997.71 and payroll amount-
4 p.m. PAC Cross Country at Carlisle Equestrian Trail. ed to $35,919.03, bringing the total to $75,916.74. The receipts
5:30/6:30 p.m. Volleyball v. Brooklyn - Parents Night. totaled $19,833.15.
Friday, October 12: The Fire Chief and the entire fire department were in atten-
No School - NEOEA day dance at the meeting. Representatives from Southwest General
7 p.m. Football at Brooklyn. Hospital and the American Heart Association presented to the
Saturday, October 13: department the Mission Lifeline Award, a national award for
10 a.m. JV Football v. Brooklyn. the care of patients in the field in order to obtain an outstanding
12 p.m. Girls Soccer at Lake Ridge. outcome for them. When a patient is identified as having a car-
2 p.m. Boys Soccer at Lake Ridge. diac issue, the EMS crews are trained to administer the correct
CHS Fees Deadline medications and send the information immediately to the hos-
pital ahead of the patient. The ER is prepared to continue the
Fee letters for the 2018-19 school year were mailed to res- care as the patient enters the hospital. Congratulations to Chief
idences on October 4 and are available online. All school fees Anthony and his fire and EMS crew.
are due by October 31. Please make payments through the Pay- Department Reports
ForIt system online or send cash or checks made payable to The Zoning Inspector reported 3 permits issued between
CHS with your child to school. Payment must be received by Sept. 17-28; one was a single family home, bringing the to- Jackson Ives Nicole Ballachino
the deadline to allow your student to use school transportation tal new home starts for the year to 31. A violation letter that Seniors Nicole Ballachino and Jackson Ives have been cho-
for any extracurricular activities. Transcripts and diplomas will was sent to a house on Royalton Road for high vegetation sen as Columbia High School “Students of the Month” for Sep-
be held until fees have been resolved. Payment plans are avail- did not get any results. The Trustees voted to have the prop- tember. Nominees are chosen based on the following criteria:
able. If you would like to set up a payment plan or have ques- erty mowed. A violation letter for high vegetation and debris
tions, please call 236-5001. was sent to a bank for a foreclosed home on Greenview. The Maturity, Citizenship, Behavior and Effort.
Nicole Ballachino is the daughter of Tony and Melissa Balla-
Trustees passed a resolution calling for mowing and cleaning
Picture Retakes at CHS the property. There is no Board of Zoning Appeals meeting chino. She lives with her dad and step mom, along with her two
Lifetouch Photography will be at Columbia High School on for October. The Zoning Commission will meet on Oct. 4 to step brothers and her little sister. She is very musical and plays
study the feasibility of changing zoning from Industry to Res-
several instruments, including the guitar, ukulele and the bag-
Friday, October 26, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on the stage to offer idential 3 along the railroad tracks from Root Rd. to Sprague. pipes. Nicole has been recognized on the honor roll each grading
picture retakes to those students who were absent on Septem- The Road-Service Director reported that all equipment was period of high school and received an academic award her Junior
ber 18. Picture forms are available in the main office. Those up and running. The Squires project is done and all the pa- year at the annual academic banquet. She is enrolled in college
students who would like their pictures retaken because they perwork has been submitted to Columbus. The Township is credit courses at LCCC. Nicole volunteers at CHS, reading the
were unhappy with their photographs, must return the com- waiting for the money. A number of the roads in Columbia are morning announcements and is an aid for the guidance office.
plete picture packet on the retake day in order to receive your being striped. Root Road was paved. The Fire Chief reported Drama is one of her favorite extracurricular activities at CHS
new portrait package free of charge. Any questions can be di- 37 on file, 35 on call, 152 fire calls to date and 680 EMS calls. and she had a lead role in Columbia High School’s production of
rected to Lifetouch School Portraits at 1-866-955-8342 or visit: There were 67 mutual aid assists and 26 mutual aid requests. James and the Giant Peach. After high school graduation, Nicole
MyLifetouch.com. Rita Plata gave the Cemetery Report: $200 was received for plans to pursue her love for the arts and creativity by continuing
Friends of the Library Book Sale burials and $425 received for sales of graves. her post-graduation studies in cinematography or drama.
Old Business
Jackson Ives is the son of Warren and Judy Ives and the
The Friends of the Columbia Library are sponsoring the last The Estates of Columbia Ridge are still at a standstill, possi- brother of Savannah. Jackson is a proud member of the class of
book sale of the year on October 9-13. They can always use bly due to the mediation of wetlands. The Zoning Commission 2019. Throughout his high school career, he has been a member
help on Monday, October 8, at 10 a.m. for an hour or two set- is working on the possible rezoning of the Heavy Industry and
Light Industry Districts along the railroad tracks from Root to
ting up the book sale. They again have a wonderful wide assort- Sprague to Residential 3. The generator has been ordered for SEE CHS STUDENTS ON PAGE 7
ment of books, but please remember that they will not accept
DVD or VCR tapes or text books. town hall and the Trustees are waiting for installation. Every-
thing has been approved for removing the old salt shed, but the
Book Sale Dates and Hours - Tuesday, Wednesday and Village of Grafton
Thursday, October 9-11, from 12-7 p.m.; Friday, October 12, paperwork is not in. The township crew is still working on the
from 12- 6 p.m.; and Saturday, October 13, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. project of keeping the water off the street near 11731 Clarke
The book sale is open to the public. Road. There are trees to be removed and ditching to follow.
New Business
Look for great bargains on books and more! For further in-
The Trustees passed a resolution setting Halloween
formation, please call the Columbia Library at(440) 236-8751. Trick-or-Treat on Wednesday, October 31, from 6-8 p.m.
Columbia K-8 Lunch Menu The Trustees approved an expenditure of $76,025 for plow,
dump bed & hydraulics for the new snow plow truck and sign
Week of October 15-19: contract with Hendersen Products Inc. The Trustees also ap-
Monday: Breakfast - Mini Eggo pancakes; Lunch - Choice proved expenditures for paving Root Road: equipment rental
of chicken nuggets w/roll, ham and cheese sub or chef salad w/ - $19,785; tack coating - $2,765; asphalt - $37,200; total cost Single Family Homes with
roll, with French fries and mixed fruit. at $59,750.
Tuesday: Breakfast - Mini Eggo waffles; Lunch - Choice of After one Trustee Meeting every month, people celebrate basements starting in the low
chicken soft taco, ham and cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with the birthdays of the month by chipping in for cake. Some- $200’s located in a beautiful
refried beans and pears. one has challenged this activity as illegal and they are will-
Wednesday: Breakfast - Sausage egg and cheese sandwich; ing to file a lawsuit. Therefore, no elected or appointed offi- secluded setting in Grafton.
cial will be involved in the collection and holding of money
or the purchase of celebration items.The activity, if held, will
Awesome Colors be totally under the jurisdiction of Mary Melnyk, a resident Phase 2 is ready to build
of the community who attends meetings on a regular basis.
with Falling Savings! Workshop meetings will be limited to specific township busi- Phase 3 is ready to
RESERVE!
ness meetings, such as the budget hearing. All other organiza-
tions will have to discuss their business at a regular township
meeting.
The regular order of business was put on hold while the
Corn Stalks Trustees opened the Public Hearing on zoning amendments 3
2018-01 and 2018-02. These zoning amendments deal with
Gourds
Pumpkins
Mums & 2 • Sold
Fall Beyond 2000 • Reserved
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The Rural-Urban Record Oktoberfest Community Dinner
The Community of Faith UCC will be hosting their Oktober-
Published Weekly on Monday fest 2018 on Saturday, October 20, from 5-7 p.m. The church
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter is located at 9715 East River Rd., in Elyria. This is a communi-
Founders 1955 ty-wide dinner and is open to the public for a great evening of
fun and food! Come and enjoy a meal prepared by the families
Lee Boise, Publisher & President of CFUCC. The smörgåsbord menu includes: stuffed cabbage,
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 sausage and sauerkraut, pork chops, cabbage and noodles and
Mailing Address: a beverage and dessert. Cost is $15 per person for adults and
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 children under 8 are $7.50. Presale ticket deadline is October
15. There will be plenty of door prizes, a 50/50, a silent auction
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Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 your tickets through the church Secretary, Lee Ann, at (440)
Email: [email protected] 322-3781.
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com Family Fall Celebration
DEADLINE:
Hosanna Lutheran Church, located at 13486 West River
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm Rd., in Columbia Station, is having their 2nd annual Trunk or
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Nut & Poppyseed Rolls Ladies Advent Bible Study Our Lady Queen of Peace
Saint Vincent de Paul Altar & Rosary Society is taking nut A Ladies Advent Bible Study will be held on Wednesdays, Catholic Church
and poppyseed roll orders until December 2. Rolls are $10 each from 7-8 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. from No-
and will be available for pick up on Friday & Saturday, De- vember 7-December 4, at LifeSpring Community Church,
cember 14 and 15, from noon-5 p.m. in the church basement, 1683 Lester Rd., in Valley City. Women of all ages are wel- Weekend Masses Weekday
located at 41295 North Ridge Rd., in Elyria (elevator accessi- come to attend. For more information and study guides, call Sat. 4:30pm Mass
ble). To place your orders, please call (440) 324-3090 or (440) (330) 483-4774. Sun. 8:30 & 8:00am
324-2775, or you may send an email to: SVDP-nut-poppy-or- 11:00am
Chapel
[email protected]. Bible and Brew to start soon Confession: Mon.-Tues.
Cook Off Dinner Bible and Brew, a casual conversation about God, faith and Sat. 3:30- Thurs.-Fri.
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Grace Community Church, located at 12365 Grafton Rd., scripture, will meet weekly on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Forts ~708 Erie St., Grafton • 440-926-2364~
in Grafton, will host a Lasagna and Banana Pudding Cook Off Tavern, located at 122 W. Herrick, in Wellington. This event is
presented by Wellington First United Methodist Church. Ev-
Dinner on Saturday, October 27, from 5-7 p.m. Doors open at eryone is welcome.
4:30 p.m. Come join in the fun and fellowship and help choose ST. JOHN United Church of God
the winner. Tickets are non-refundable. For ages 10 and up, LUTHERAN CHURCH 12981 Grafton Rd.
tickets are $10, ages 6-10 are $5 and 5 and under eat free. There AARP Tax Aide volunteers needed 1140 W. River N.•Elyria •324-4070 Grafton, Oh 44044
will be door prizes, a 50/50 and more. Call (440) 458-6612 SERVICE TIMES: Sabbath Services
to order tickets. Seating is limited. All proceeds benefit Grace The AARP Tax Aide Program for Lorain County for the tax 5:00pm Saturday Saturdays at 12:30 pm
9:00am Sunday
Community Church. year 2018 is seeking volunteers to assist people in filing their Rev. Bill Mugnolo http://cleveland.ucg.org
Swiss Steak Dinner federal, state and school district tax returns at their 11 sites.
Classes will start in January 2019 to help you become acqua-
GRAFTON UNITED
There will be a Swiss Steak Dinner at the Pittsfield Com- tined with the new and old tax laws. Once you take the classes, Church of Christ METHODIST CHURCH
munity Church, located at the corner of St. Rts. 58 and 303, on you will have to pass a simple test to be certified by the IRS be- Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am 973 Mechanic St.,Grafton • 926-2034
“Your Family Church”
Saturday, October 13, from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults and cause this program is in conjunction with the IRS. Classes will Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm 8:45am Sunday School
$8 for ages 7-12. Six and under are free. All are welcome. be held at St. Teresa’s Church Hall, located at 1878 Abbe Road, Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm 10:35am Children’s Church
10:00am Worship
in Sheffield. The dates and times are not yet set as of this no-
211 Forest St., LaGrange
Ventriloquist event tice. This is a great opportunity to become involved with your 440-355-6872 Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
fellow Lorain County residents. You learn a new skill, you get
On Saturday, October 27, Zion Lutheran Church will hold a to work with volunteers who love this work and you will be
special event for families and kids of all ages. David Weyrick, helping seniors, singles and families complete their returns in NORTH
a Ventriloquist with a host of friends, will spend the evening an electronically and timely fashion. EATON
making us laugh and touching our hearts. David Weyrick is Please consider becoming a part of this mutual endeavor to CHRISTIAN
from Akron, and began putting on puppet shows at the age of help Lorain County residents achieve the daunting task of pre- CHURCH
four. By the time he reached seventh grade, he wanted to be a paring their tax returns. For more information, please go on line (Disciples)
Ventriloquist. In his many careers, David was a High School to AARPFOUNDATION.org/taxaide or call Leeanne Wright at COLUMBIA UNITED Rt. 82 & 83
Band and Drama Director before answering a call to ministry. (440) 281-8822. METHODIST 440-748-2230
He served as a Pastor for more than thirty-five years. He is now CHURCH www.neccdisciples.com
back to ventriloquism, performing for churches, retirement Vaccine Clinics Worship Service
communities, organizations, galas and schools. Zion Lutheran Worship Services
Church is located at 2233 Abbeyville Road, in Valley City. The Protect against vaccine-preventable diseases, including 10:30 a.m. 8:00 am & 10:30 am
show will begin at 7 p.m. and is free to all, being offered as a shingles, whooping cough (pertussis) and meningitis. Lorain Sunday School Sunday School
gift to the community. For more information, call (330) 483- County Public Health (LCPH) offers recommended vaccines during Worship Service 9:00 am
3873. Zion is handicapped accessible. for children, teens and adults at locations across the county. 25453 ROYALTON ROAD
Vaccine appointments can be made at (440) 284-3206; walk-ins COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO Polly Tallos
Field’s UMC Grief Share program are also welcome. Pastor Matt Merriman Christian Ed. & Youth Director
Vaccine clinics this October include: Rev. David Chafin
Grief Share at Fields United Methodist Church has begun •Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2-5:30 p.m. Wellington Town Hall, 236-8822 Interim Minister
a new series. Grief Share is a special grief recovery seminar 115 Willard Memorial Square. [email protected]
and support group which meets weekly on Mondays from 6:30- •Wednesday, Oct. 17, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Avon www.columbiaumc.net
8:30 p.m., as long as there is a need. Sessions include a weekly VFW, 36950 Mills Road.
topic, a short video and a workbook to go along with the video. •Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2-5:30 p.m. Lorain County Free Clin- “Welcome Home”
You will find Grief Share to be a warm, caring environment ic, 5040 Oberlin Ave., Lorain. St. Elizabeth
and hopefully come to see your group as an “oasis” on your Clinic times and dates are subject to change. Bring vaccine New Life Wesleyan Church Ann Seton
long journey through grief. You can join in anytime. Leaders record (if available), insurance card and cash, check, or Visa/
are Nancy Florio and Marylynn Swartz, who are both Stephen MasterCard. All children under age 18 must be accompanied 11149 West River Rd. Catholic Parish
25801 Royalton Rd.
Ministers. Guide books for the Grief Share weekly program are by a parent or guardian. LCPH participates in the Vaccines for Columbia Station Columbia Station, OH
$15, available through the church office. Children (VFC) Program to provide vaccines to children who SUNDAY 9 am Sacrament of Reconciliation
Additional ‘special’ Grief Share events include: “Loss of A qualify; no child in the VFC program is denied vaccine for in- (Confession)
Spouse,” Sunday, October 21, and “Surviving the Holidays,” ability to pay. Travel vaccines and resources needed to enable a Adult Bible Study Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
November 18 and again December 16. Guidebooks for these healthy trip are available by appointment. SUNDAY 10 am Anytime by Appointment
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Sat. 5 p.m.
the church office. Fields United Methodist Church is located County Public Health at (440) 322-6367 or visit LorainCounty- Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
at 34077 Lorain Road, in North Ridgeville. Please contact the Health.com. You can also follow your local health department WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm 440-236-5095
church office at (440) 327-8753 for more information or to reg- on Twitter, Facebook or YouTube. Bible Study www.seascolumbiastation.org
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CHS STUDENTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Assist other agency on Osborne Rd.; Doa/Body found on East RURAL-URBAN RECORD, October 8, 2018 Page 7
of the Academic Challenge team for four years. He was also in- River Rd.; Suspicious condition on Greenview Ave. Columbia Library events
volved in the marching band, where he played trumpet. Jackson September 11 - Domestic Violence/Dispute on Jaquay Rd.;
regularly attends the Columbia United Methodist Church and Assistance on Jaquay Rd. LPLS 2018 Writing Conference - Saturday, October 13,
is involved in many programs, including Youth Club and the September 12 - Premise check on West River Rd.; Harass- from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The Lorain Public Library System and
Methodist Youth Fellowship. After high school, Jackson plans ment on Royalton Rd.; Ordinance violation on Aldridge Ave./ Friends of the Library groups of Avon, Columbia, Domonkas,
to attend Bowling Green State University, majoring in flight Parkwood Dr. Lorain and North Ridgeville are happy to announce the 2018
technology and operations to pursue his career goal of becom- September 13 - Lost/Found property on Nichols Rd.; Bur- LPLS Writing Conference, which will be held at the North
ing a private pilot. Jackson would like to thank those who have glary on East River Rd.; Alarm on Redfern Rd. Ridgeville Branch. The featured speakers are Brian Klems, the
supported him thus far and who will continue to support him September 16 - Alarm on Crockers Lndg. senior online editor of WritersDigest.com, and literary agent
September 17 - Notifications on East River Rd.; Welfare
throughout his life. check on East River Rd. Victoria Selvaggio. All writers, whether new to the craft or a
September 18 - Suspicious condition on Redfern Rd./Green-
Columbia Historical Society view Ave. veteran, will get much out of this event. Door prizes, refresh-
ments and great opportunities to network with other local writ-
The Columbia Historical Society will hold its regular meet- September 19 - (3) Premise checks on Royalton Rd.; (2) ers will also be available. Preregistration required.
ing on Tuesday, October 9, in the Columbia Town Hall, located Premise checks on West River Rd.; (2) Premise checkson East Waist Watchers - Mondays, October 15, 22, & 29; Novem-
at 25496 Royalton Road. Social time is at 7 p.m., followed by River Rd.; Premise check on Sprague Rd.; Assault on Sprague ber 12, 19 & 26; and December 3 & 10, from 6:30-7:15 p.m.
the program at 7:30 p.m. - a presentation on “The History of Rd.; Suspicious condition on Station Rd. Join in on our video led fitness activity for beginners. Prereg-
September 20 - Suspicious condition on Station Rd.; Alarm
Infectious Diseases,” by Thomas Strong. They will also have an on East River Rd.; Noise complaint on Mitchell Rd.; Lockout istration required.
update on the roof and chimney repair and discuss the interior Teen Crafternoon - Tuesday, October 16, from 4-5 p.m.
work that needs to be done. on Nichols Rd. Teens, come to the library and flex your creative muscles by
September 21 - Traffic stop on East River Rd./Eagle Pointe
Trunk or Treat Ct.; Alarm on Lakeridge Way.; Lockout on East River Rd.; doing various craft activities. You’ll get to take home your cre-
ations when you’re done. Preregistration required.
Hosanna Lutheran Church, located at 13486 West River Traffic complaint on Hawke Rd.; Fraud on Plainview Ct. The Friends Of The Columbia Library, Inc. Meeting -
September 22 - Suspicious condition on Sprague Rd.; (2)
Rd., in Columbia Station, is having their 2nd annual Trunk or Traffic stops on Royalton Rd./Station Rd.; Harassment on Roy- Tuesday, October 16, at 6 p.m. Members are encouraged to
Treat event on Saturday, October 27, from 3-5 p.m. during their alton Rd.; Assistance on Akins Rd.; Fireworks complaint on attend and volunteer to help at fund-raising events. New mem-
Family Fall Celebration. Enjoy a free afternoon of fun, includ- Akins Rd. bers and guests are welcome to attend and discover how they
ing crafts, games, ice cream sundaes and face painting. September 23 - Premise check on Royalton Rd.; Assist other can become an active member and help the Columbia Library.
Sheriff’s Blotter agency on Sprague Rd.; Shots fired on Osborne Rd.; Theft on North, in Columbia Station. (440) 236-8751
The Columbia Library is located at 13824 W. River Road
West River Rd.; Shots fired on Station Rd./Osborne Rd.
The following is the Lorain County Sheriff’s Dept. Incident September 24 - Theft on Royalton Rd.
September 25 - Alarm on Sprague Rd.; 911 Hang Up/Open
Report for Columbia Township for September. line on Valleyview Dr.
September 1 - Noise complainton S. Boone Rd.; Alarm
September 26 - Alarm on Andees Dr.; Trespassing on Sta-
on East River Rd.; Noise complaint on Akins Rd. tion Rd.; Follow-up investigation on East River Rd.; Civil Mat-
September 2 - Traffic stop on Royalton Rd.; Drug
investigation on Valleyview Dr.; Assist ambulance on Royalton ter on Squire Rd.; Follow-up investigation on Royalton Rd.;
Suspicious condition on Nichols Rd.; Domestic Violence/Dis-
Rd.; Shots fired on Osborne Rd. pute on Plum Creek Dr.; Stolen Vehicle/Unauthorized Use on
September 3 - Assist ambulance on W. Heather Ln.; Traf- Osborne Rd.
fic complaint on S. Boone Rd./Emmons Rd.; Alarm on W. September 27 - Stolen Vehicle/Unauthorized Use on Os-
Heather Ln.; Alarm on West River Rd. borne Rd.; Welfare check on Snell Rd.; Alarm on Eagle Pointe
September 4 - Lost/Found property on N. Boone
Rd. Ct.; Shots fired on Osborne Rd.; Harassment on West River Automobile, Homeowners, Small Commerical,
Rd.; Domestic Violence/Dispute on Westwood Blvd.
September 5 - Premise checks on East River Rd. and on Farm, Life, Motorcycle & RV Insurances
September 28 - Assistance on Sprague Rd.; Follow-up in-
Royalton Rd.; Alarm on W. Heather Ln. vestigation Station Rd.
September 7 - Alarm on Osborne Rd.; Traffic stop on East
September 28 - Civil Matter on Royalton Rd.; Traffic stop
River Rd./Snell Rd.; 911 Hang Up/Open Line on East River on East River Rd./Snell Rd.; Traffic stop on East River Rd./ Grafton Wellington
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on S. Boone Rd. September 30 - Assistance on Station Rd./Royalton Rd.;
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ding presents a unique set of obstacles. Before couples one-size-fits-all formula to decide which size party is right
commit to a destination wedding, it’s important to first con- for a particular situation. Trends vary based on geography
sider a few factors to ensure knots get tied without a hitch. and culture. These tips can help couples decide on the
· Pick a meaningful location (but one that works for size of their wedding parties.
guests, too). Exchanging vows at a favorite hiking spot · Match it to scope and style. Wedding planners may
can give guests an inside view into what makes you tick use a standard ratio for a proportion of guests to wedding
as a couple, but the location of the ceremony should not party members. That ratio is one pair of wedding atten-
come at the expense of practicality. Choose a locale that dants for every 50 guests. This creates a balanced feel
speaks to you but will also offer the convenience and ame- where the more people in attendance, the larger the wed-
nities that work for the guests who will be traveling. ding party and vice versa.
· Send save-the-date cards promptly. Unlike tradition- · Consider your expenses. Wedding party members
al weddings in which reminders can be sent roughly six may be asked to spend considerable amounts of money to
months before the wedding, save-the-date cards for desti- be in the wedding, but the couple will have certain expens-
nation weddings should be mailed at least nine months to es tied to the wedding party as well. These can include
a year in advance of the big day. limousines to ferry people between the ceremony and
· Hire a professional. Professional wedding planners reception, photography costs to arrange and photograph
may prove invaluable when it comes to destination wed- large wedding parties, the cost of boutonnieres and bou-
dings. Rather than organizing everything on your own, you quets, attendants’ gifts, as well as extra mouths to feed at
can hire a wedding planner to take care of itineraries, ob- the rehearsal dinner. Small wedding parties can be easier
tain information about necessary travel documents, coor- on couples’ budgets.
dinate with local vendors, and much more. · Know your expectations. Couples should discuss
· Consider tourist seasons. Weather tends to be best what they expect from their wedding parties. Do couples
during tourist seasons. Therefore, make sure to reserve want their loved ones to be very hands-on or waiting in the
hotel room blocks and venues promptly. Slightly before or wings? For those who want a lot of input from their wed-
after peak season may still be fine, but ensure that ven- ding parties, asking distant friends or family to be included
dors will be available and look into weather trends careful- may be impractical.
ly before choosing a date. · Select reliable, easygoing people. Wedding par-
· Research the legality. According to The Knot, many
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kind, surveys thousands of American brides and grooms friend, sibling or cousin they have to be in their wedding
to determine the latest wedding trends. In its 2016 report, parties, and some do. In fact, ancient Roman law required
the Knot revealed 20 percent of weddings that took place 10 witnesses to be part of the wedding ceremony. Howev-
that year were destination weddings. Couples are increas- er, the larger the wedding party, the more people couples
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ty members should be people couples can rely on, and
it only helps if wedding party members are not prone to How to curtail Wedding Spending
overreacting. Choose a wedding party that can be trusted
and people with whom you get along. and still Impress Guests
Wedding party sizes are up to the couple, but bigger
Tying the knot can be an expensive endeavor. Ac-
isn’t always better. cording to The Knot 2017 Real Weddings Study, which
Merging Finances after surveyed nearly 13,000 brides and grooms in the United
States who got married in 2017, the average cost of a
Tying the Knot wedding was more than $33,000.
That figure may surprise some couples planning
their weddings, many of whom may not be able to af-
Happy couples experience various changes after tying
the knot. One of those changes concerns couples’ finances. ford spending so much on their ceremonies and recep-
According to an analysis of data from the National Sur- tions. Couples may feel pressure to compete with friends
vey of Families and Households, arguments about money and relatives whose weddings they have attended in the
are a frequent concern with married couples. Furthermore, past, and that may compel some to stretch their budgets
there is a higher correlation between the risk of divorce and even go into debt to finance their nuptials. However,
and the prevalence of financial disagreements. While fights there are ways for couples to curtail their wedding spend-
about money do not necessarily cause divorce, they can ing and impress guests at the same time.
create rifts in relationships. · Trim the guest list. The 2017 Real Weddings Study
Even couples who have plenty of money may have dis- found that couples spent an average of $268 per guest
agreements about their finances. Arguments may stem from in 2017. Many couples are recognizing that smaller guest Did you know?
couples not understanding how their partner views money lists are a great way to lower wedding spending, and The
or the disparities in spending habits among partners. Cou- Knot study found that the average guest count decreased “Tying the knot”
ples who make early efforts to get on the same page con- from 149 in 2009 to 136 in 2017. Trimming the guest list
cerning finances may have smoother waters ahead than may seem harsh, but couples who work together need
those who delay such discussions. not cut their guest lists in half. By working together, cou- Should a person hear that a couple “tied the knot,” it’s
· Establish goals together. Is it a goal to save for ear- ples can likely find between 10 and 15 acquaintances immediately known that they got married. But just when
ly retirement? Is a house in the immediate future? Is fre- on their initial lists who won’t be offended if they’re not and where does the term “tying the knot” come from?
quent travel a desire? Are we planning to contribute much invited. Couples who spend the 2017 average per guest The phrase “tying the knot” is steeped in tradition, though
to future children’s educations? These questions and more can save nearly $3,000 by removing just 10 people from the origins of the phrase remain open for debate. One
need to be addressed early on. By creating a financial plan their guest lists. origin story states that tying the knot can be traced back
together, couples can more clearly map out their financial · Expand your venue horizons. A greater number of to the Roman empire, when brides wore girdles that were
futures. couples are looking beyond traditional wedding venues tied in knots, and the groom had to eventually untie those
· Combining accounts may be easier. Some couples and opting for more unique locales to tie the knot. The knots to consummate the marriage. Tying the knot also
may be traced to the custom of handfasting. The mar-
want to maintain their full financial independence. But com- 2017 Real Weddings Study found that 15 percent of
bining accounts can help couples avoid arguments about 2017 weddings were held on farms, ranches and even riage contract was established between a bride and a
secrecy and concerns about partner spending. Combin- in barns, while just 2 percent of weddings were hosted in groom by joining their hands together and tying them.
ing accounts also affords couples a clearer picture of their such venues in 2009. The growing popularity of unique Although accounts vary as to whether the hands were
spending and saving habits. wedding venues may make some locations more expen- tied only during the ceremony or later, this is believed
· Assess debts as a team. One person may be bringing sive than couples anticipate, but a willingness to tie the to be an ancient Renaissance or Celtic tradition. Oth-
more debt to the marriage than another. It’s important for all knot in a unique venue greatly increases couples’ op- ers speculate that the phrase traces its origins to Hindu
cards to be on the table and to work together to eradicate tions, improving the chances they will find more afford- weddings in which brides and grooms tied a necklace of
debt. If a person will be coming to the marriage with poor able venues. flowers as part of wedding tradition. Yet another theory
credit, it may be worth it to keep things separate until a · Cut back on guest entertainment. Customizing expe- suggests that the phrase can be traced back to the knot-
spouse works on remedying his or her finances, according riences for guests is a major reason why today’s couples ted string that supported beds prior to the use of metal
to Credit.com. are spending so much more per guest than their prede- springs. Therefore, in order to make a marriage bed, cou-
· Decide how to split expenses. One partner may make cessors. Spending for customized guest entertainment, ples first needed to tie the knot. Knots also represent a
more money than the other, and one may spend more time which includes things like photo booths, sparklers and difficult-to-break bond, which is why they have long been
handling household needs or future childcare responsibili- video booths, tripled between 2009 and 2017. Couples associated with marriage. In one unity tradition, cou-
ties. Couples need to agree whether one person pays for may want to give their guests unique experiences, but ples may braid or knot together three strands, with one
certain bills exclusively, whether they spend from one sala- should not stretch their budgets or go into debt to do so. representing the bride, one symbolizing the groom and
ry and save the other, or combine finances completely and · Tie the knot in winter. Summer and fall were the most the third representing God as they join together in faith.
spend equally, offers NerdWallet. popular wedding seasons in 2017, and that does not fig- Similarly, the phrase “getting hitched” is associated with
Engaged couples who develop a post-wedding financial ure to change anytime soon. Couples can take advan- knot-tying as well. The saying implies that two people are
plan may find their transition to being married much easier tage of those trends by getting married in winter, a slow being tied together just like a horse is tied, or hitched, to
than those who delay such discussions. season for wedding venues and vendors, who might be a wagon.
more flexible with their prices. The most popular months
to tie the knot in 2017 were September, June and Oc-
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440-647-8844 or visit us on Facebook 40 East Avenue Elyria, OH
at www.facebook.com/theplatinumpetal 440-329-5760
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cultural use that will be mon- rial Day. Discussion was held
itored by the EPA. Gordon and it was agreed to spend up
LaGrange NEWS fielded a call from auctioneer to $125 for the purchase of
Andy Suvar regarding use of
one. Johnson purchased Wet
Congratulations to Keystone Elementary, Keystone Middle
[email protected] and Keystone High on earning the Ohio PBIS Bronze Recogni- the Township lots for parking & Forget for use on the north
side of the Town Hall and for
for the Brown Farm auction.
tion Award for 2018. PBIS stands for Positive Behavioral Inter- Trustee Gordon reported the fence at the Cemetery.
LaGrange News ventions and Supports. The purpose of this initiative is to rec- that the Wellington Fire Dis- A motion passed at 8:45
ognize and commend positive behavior. This program, which is
session to discuss possible
3-bay addition to their Kelly
Meeting dates - October meetings of the Township Trustees reinforced by our P.R.I.D.E. (Positive, Responsible, Integrity, trict is obtaining quotes for a p.m. to go into executive
will be held on October 8 and 22. The Zoning Commission will Driven, Engaged) signage, helps show students the exemplary St. facility. The cost will be employment and/or disci-
meet on October 15 at 7 p.m. for their regular meeting. They behavior we know each Keystone student possesses. As stu- approximately $500,000 to pline of an employee. At
dents model the positive behaviors in the P.R.I.D.E program,
will be discussing the rezoning of the Dill Farm east of the they are recognized by their teachers and Keystone staff, earn- $600,000. The District also 8:55 p.m., BZA Chairwoman
village from residential/agricultural to Business, and revising purchased a new 4-door pick- Jackie Johnson was asked to
the Conditional Use regulations to make provisions for small ing rewards and positive affirmation that their good deeds do up truck for $39,000, with a join the executive session. At
not go unseen. Congratulations to the administrators, teachers
businesses in the township and rezone areas as Commercial. and support staff at all three schools on earning this distinction. $6,800 trade-in allowance 9:10 p.m. the meeting was re-
The areas proposed were north of town and were chosen as from Brother’s Chevrolet. turned to regular session.
Thank you to all staff, administrators, students and parents
most appropriate due to location/traffic flow and availability of who made homecoming week a success. The students did a Trustee Johnson reported Trustee Johnson made a
LORCO for sewers. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, wonderful job of decorating the hallways, participating in spirit on the Potluck dinner held motion to hire Linda Albrecht
113 South Center Street, unless otherwise announced, and are by the PHS. Johnson advised as interim BZA secretary.
open to the public. Please visit the LaGrange Township website week and showing Keystone pride at the pep rally. Our school that SLCAD had used LMRE Discussion was held & it was
at http://www.lagrangetownshipohio.net for all current news, spirit is one of the special aspects of Keystone. Thank you grant funds to purchase tacti- decided to name Linda Al-
again to all volunteers and participants at these events.
up to date meeting minutes and other township information. cal vests. They also used their brecht interim secretary for
Dumpster Day - The next Dumpster Day will be held on Penfield Township Trustees own funds to purchase addi- both Zoning Boards until fur-
October 13 from 7 a.m. - noon at the old township garage on tional vests & helmets. John- ther notice at the same rate of
Pleasant Street. Please enter from State Route 303. Residents The September 18 regu- ingan advised that he would son reviewed the subdivision pay as the current secretary of
may NOT bring hazardous material, paint, tires and construc- lar meeting of the Penfield be buying property in Ober- update and reported that there both boards.
tion debris. Some residents have abused the prohibition on con- Township Trustees was called lin and moving his business was no real zoning regulation With no additional busi-
struction debris in the past and the Trustees reserve the right to to order at 7:30 p.m. All of- there. Donahue will request referenced, but that it refer- ness to discuss, the meeting
reject any load not deemed acceptable. This is for LaGrange ficers were present, with the a written statement to this ef- enced LC Community Devel- was adjourned at 9:24 p.m.
Township and Village residents only. ID’s will be checked. exception of Trustee Con- fect. opment guidelines. Johnson Submitted by Vicki Denes,
Fire and EMS Seeking Applicants - The Township is al- rad. Four guests attended the Rachel Norris, president has priced EZ up canopies for Penfield Township Fiscal Of-
ways taking applications for part-time Fire and EMS personnel! meeting. of the KMS & KHS PTA re- use at the cemetery on Memo- ficer
Our EMS Department offers competitive pay, flexible schedul- The minutes of the previ- quested the use of the Com-
ing and paid training with a contract to serve the township. Vol- ous meeting were read and munity Room for a Chili French Creek Theatre
unteer Firemen 18 and over are needed and Fire classes will be approved, with the addition Cook-off Fund-raiser on No-
available in the fall. Consider helping your community in the of Deputy Chris Wohlever vember 2. The Trustees grant- French Creek Theatre kicks off its 2018/2019 season with
highest form of service! See our website under Fire and EMS of the LC Sheriff’s office be- ed permission at no charge. the off-Broadway gem, Little Shop of Horrors, playing October
for an application or call 355-6868 or 355-6353 for informa- ing in attendance. Vouchers Trustee Gordon discussed 12 through 28 in French Creek’s Ewing Theatre.
tion. Fall is the time for bonfires but please be cautious of your #12353-12367, the August Candidates night, which is Seymour Krelborn, a failing florist’s assistant, dreams of
surroundings. Open burning regulations can be found on the Bank Reconciliation and scheduled to be held at Pen- escaping his luckless life on skid row. After he stumbles upon
township web page under Fire and EMS. monthly reports were ap- field on October 18. He has a first-of-its-kind flower, his fortunes start to turn around. But
Hall Rental - The Township Hall, 113 South Center Street, proved. obtained two quotes for the when the potted plant suddenly won’t bloom without blood,
is available for rental by township residents. Please call Jan at Fiscal Officer Denes read meal, one from Dave Man- Seymour suddenly must slaughter for his success. Mixing Mo-
355-4704 for information. the correspondence, which deville at Spencer Twist and town with the macabre, Little Shop of Horrors is a can’t-miss,
Trick or Treat - Trick or Treat in the Township will be held included post audit letters one from Wright’s Catering. frightening musical feast!
on October 31 from 6-7:30 p.m. Please turn on your outside from the State Auditor’s De- LCTA President Jean Haight French Creek is excited to announce a special late-night per-
light if you are participating. Also, stop at the ownship Fire partment, a letter from Linda advised that LCTA may help formance of Little Shop of Horrors on Saturday, October 26,
Station for refreshments!! VanMeter resigning as secre- underwrite the cost of this at 11 p.m. Audience members are encouraged to arrive at 9:30
Zoning Commission Secretary Needed - Applications are tary of the Board of Zoning meal. Gordon advised that p.m. for Halloween-themed music, food, drinks and games.
being accepted for the position of secretary to the Zoning Com- Appeals, information from the snowplow blade edge and Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and
mission. This is a paid position per meeting and is paid $75 Terri Bacsi, Treasurer of the spreader motor is in at Jud- Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $16 - $18 for adults and $10 for
per meeting with one meeting held each month.. Please contact Park Board, regarding poten- co. He will arrange to pick it children under the age of 18. The French Creek Theatre Box
any board member to submit a letter of interest and resume, tial purchases to utilize SW up. LC Assistant Prosecutor Office is open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily, located at 4530 Colorado
mail to the Township, P.O. Box 565, LaGrange, Ohio, or email Grant money, and a position Gerry Innes advised that the Ave., and can be reached at (440) 949-5200, ext. 221. Tickets
[email protected]. paper from LC Commission- Biosolid program slated for can also be purchased online by visiting www.metroparks.cc/
Board of Zoning Appeals - An alternate member is needed er Candidate John Ciarrone. Field 1 is an acceptable agri- theatre.
for the Board of Zoning Appeals. This is a paid position of $45 FO Denes questioned the in-
per meeting and the board meets as needed to consider home voice from LaGrange Town-
occupations and variances to the Zoning Regulations. Letters ship for Webster Rd. The re-
of interest should be forwarded to LaGrange Township. P.O. cently signed MOU specifies
Box 565, LaGrange, Ohio, 44050. that costs for maintenance of
RLCWA meeting this road are to be split even-
ly and the invoice is for more
than half the cost. Denes
Rural Lorain County Water Authority’s Property Commit- questioned the Jones Rd. cul-
tee will meet on Wednesday, October 10, at 12 p.m. and the vert start date as the SWAC
October Board Meeting will be at 7 p.m. The meetings will grant expires at the end of the
be held at the RLCWA office, located at 42401 St. Rt. 303, year. Trustee Gordon will call
in LaGrange. For more information, please contact Mr. Joe Denes Concrete regarding
Waldecker, General Manager, at (800) 842-1339. this matter.
Zoning Inspector Donahue
requested that the Trustees
pay for his attendance at the RV ANTIFREEZE WINTERIZE YOUR RV
Zoning Conference in Black-
lick sponsored by OTA. The SALE Tent Campers ~ $78.45
Trustees agreed to pay his ex- Travel Trailers ~ $78.45
penses. Donahue distributed
an outline of how LaGrange $3.49 Motorhomes ~ $89.75
Township operates their Zon-
440-371-2862 ing Commission & BZA. He gallon Washer/Dryer or Icemaker an additional $10
also advised that the minutes
www.jenniferherron.com from both boards are posted With this coupon only! Exp Nov. 30, 2018 With this coupon only! Exp Nov. 30, 2018
on their Township website.
Donahue will not move for-
ward on the Lucas property
Free Home Selling Seminar & Lunch until the Trustees decide the FREE ROOF &
October 25 at 12pm verbiage defining nuisance RUBBER ROOF CLEANING
th
properties. Donahue reported
The Nest at Grey Hawk that there appears to be two SEAM INSPECTION & CONDITIONING SALE
665 US Grant St, LaGrange junk vehicles at the roadway When we Winterize $
on the Anson property. Trust-
If you are looking to sell your home in 2018 or ee Johnson will contact the 7 per foot
LC Sheriff’s office to ascer-
2019, you really need to attend this seminar! tain correct registration in- Your Unit
Thinking about moving up, downsizing, right formation on these vehicles. With this coupon only! Exp Nov. 30, 2018 With this coupon only! Exp Nov. 30, 2018
Donahue followed up on the
sizing, or if you have a family member who can Gresho property two weeks
after the inspection with the
no longer live on their own, you want to attend Trustees and LCPH depart- 20% OFF
this seminar! The JEN HERRON UNDERWOOD ment. No progress has been With this coupon only! Exp Nov. 30, 2018
made and a young resident
GROUP will help you learn how to protect your was uncooperative & com- Labor on Major Repairs done
equity while getting your home sold quickly. bative. Trustee Gordon will at our convenience
arrange to have the barns in-
You will learn: spected by Wellington Fire
District Chief Weatherbee.
• How to sell your home for top Dollar with no snags Zoning Inspector Donahue
on closing day! has proceeded with the paper-
• Which repairs & upgrades are important and what work for the Home Occupa-
tion renewals in the absence
is a waste of money. of a BZA Secretary. Donahue The Travel Trailer Specialists Since 1961
• How a buyer’s financing affects your bottom line. noted that a recent inspection 34155 Lorain Rd. • North Ridgeville
• Why having a home inspection now is a good idea. of the Frank Clingan property 440-327-6911 • 800-523-1904
shows them to be out of com-
Plus so much more! pliance with the terms of their www.mooresrv.com
Seating is limited, Reserve a seat today! home occupation permit. Cl- MON-FRI 9-5:30; SAT 9-2; Closed Sunday
library at (440) 647-2120. RURAL-URBAN RECORD, October 8, 2018 Page 11
Writers Group - Thursdays, October 11 & 25, from 6-7:30
Wellington NEWS p.m. The Wellington Writers Group meets every other Thurs- Starlight seeks loving home
[email protected] day at the library. Join this group if you have a passion for writ- for attention. Starlight really
ing in all venues. Bring samples of your writing to share with
the group. New members are welcome. Registration is encour- would love to be loved again!
Can you give this pretty and
Herrick Memorial Library age. To register call the library at (440) 647-2120. super sweet cat a good home?
Friends of the Library Book Sale - October 19-20: The
date is set for the Friends of the Herrick Memorial Library’s fall Starlight is shy for about
Library Board Meeting - Monday, October 8: The Herrick book sale. The sale will take place October 19 & 20. Members one minute and then can’t
Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold their October of the Friends may shop at the pre- sale on Thursday evening, get enough love. Starlight
board meeting on Monday, October 8, at 10:30 a.m. This meet- October 18, from 6-8 p.m. The public sale will be held on Fri- still has many years of love
ing will be in the board office of the library and is open to the day, October 19, from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, Oc- to give. If you want a best
public. tober 20, from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Shoppers using scanners will Starlight friend, she is your gal. She
Fall Story Times - October 1-31: Introduce your child to the be charged a $25 fee for that privilege. Starlight left the home will sit by you as long as you
love of reading by attending one of our story programs. Join that she knew when her own- brush and pet her.
us at the library for stories, songs and other activities designed Spirit Week er had a change in lifestyle Starlight and the other
to develop language, literacy and social skills your child needs and couldn’t keep her. This kittens/cats currently avail-
for school success. There is still time to register you and your The Dukes Homecoming Spirit Week is October 8-12. beautiful 12-year old is now able for adoption can be seen
children for the programs. Schedule of events include a Bonfire on October 11 at 8:15 p.m. adjusting to life at the shel- at www.friendshipapl.org/
Tuesdays, from 11:45-12:15 a.m. Baby Story Times (0 to behind the high school and a Parade on October 12 at 6 p.m. ter. She has come such a long cats. The shelter is located at
24-months with an adult). at the high school, which travels to the athletic field before the way since arriving at FAPL. 8303 Murray Ridge Road, in
Tuesdays, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Family Story Times (2 ½ football game. The Homecoming football game on October 12 She was scared at first, but Elyria.
to 5-years with an adult). is at 7 p.m. with Dukes vs. Keystone. The Homecoming King now rolls and looks to you
Wednesdays, from 1:30-2:30 p.m.: Family Story Times (2 ½ and Queen will be crowned before the game.
to 5-years with an adult). Duke seeks loving home
Mondays, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Countdown to Kindergarten Pittsfield Historical Society program
(ages 3 to 5-years with an adult). These special story times will Pittsfield Township Historical Society will host a program Duke is a 4-year old male,
focus on the five early literacy skills children need to have be- on Spinning Wheels on Thursday, October 11, at 7 p.m. at the Boxer/Hound mix. Duke
fore going to school. Township Hall (Route 58 & 303). The program will be host- weighs 60 lbs., is neutered
Teens Fall Photo Contest - October 1-21: Do you like to ed by Ed Rowe on the History, Construction & Operation of
take photos and share them with your friends? Now is your Spinning Wheels. He will demonstrate a spinning wheel, talk and all caught up on his vac-
chance to enter the Herrick Memorial Library’s Teen Fall Pho- about how they were made and used to spin thread or yarn and cines. Duke was in a shelter
to Contest and show off your fall-themed pics. Teens, ages the various types of wheels. Please join us for this free public and not doing well in a ken-
12-17, can register and pick up the contest rules at the library program. nel, so he was pulled and is
between October 1-21 First, second and third place prizes will now in a foster home. He
be awarded to the best ‘fall’ pictures. Historical Speaker Series loves to play and doesn’t
Lego – Mania - Saturday, October 13, from 1:30-3:30 like being in crates. Duke is
p.m. Children, ages 4 and up, do you like to build things with Don’t miss more fantastic performances with the Bicen- partially blind, so the perfect
Legos®? The library is hosting “Lego-Mania,” where you can tennial Historical Speaker Series. All performances are free to home would be with a family Duke
let your creativity go wild. Bring the entire family and build the public and begin at 7 p.m. at the Patricia Lindley Center member who is home most of If you would like to meet
with our Legos. Register at the Children’s Desk or call the for Performing Arts, 627 N. Main Street, in Wellington. Doors the time and would just en- Duke, please call Stephanie
library at (440) 647-2120. open at 6:30 p.m. Come learn and be entertained! joy spending quiet time with with Storm’s Angels at (440)
Read To Putter - Wednesdays, October 10, 17, 24 &31, Tuesday, October 9 - An encore of the Fashion Show first Duke. He has a soft warm 782-1268.
from 3-4 p.m. Putter visits the library to listen to children as presented at the Antique Car Festival - Coordinated by Linda brown coat with a white blaze
they read. The children can spend 15 minutes reading a book Hatton, Leslie Simonson, Nicole Hayes, Marilyn Wainio and on his chest.
or story to the library’s friend Putter and build their reading Dottie Cianciola. The show spotlights historical fashions while
skills. Putter is a registered therapy dog that absolutely adores weaving a tale of influential residents throughout Wellington’s
listening to a good story. He does not mind if the child makes 200 years. This is a change from the originally scheduled per- Public Zoning meeting
reading mistakes. Stop in to reserve a reading spot or call the formance of “The Spirits
The Penfield township zoning commission will meet
Country Autumn Tour Wednesday October 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Township hall to
Plan to join in on this at the top, to be entered into a clarify the number of outside employees that may be engaged
drive-yourself shopping drawing for a $30 gift basket in a Home Occupation.
adventure in the beautiful from each business; must be After passage the matter will be forwarded to the Trustees
countryside of Northern 18 & over for this drawing. for further action.
Ohio. Tour dates are Friday, For more information, email Linda Albrecht, Zoning Secretary
Saturday & Sunday, Octo- call Sue at (440) 371-7589.
ber 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 & 21.
Tour hours are 10 a.m. - 5
p.m., Friday and Saturday, October is
and 12-5 p.m., Sunday, both
weekends. Join the fun vis-
iting participating shops and National Disability
farms in Oberlin, Wellington,
New London, Spencer and
Homerville. Employment
Pick up your map/ flyer
at your first stop or down-
load it from their website,
www.countrytourgroup.com. Awareness Month
Search for a small wooden
block with a letter on it hidden
at the participating businesses
each day of the tour. Find the Murray Ridge Center salutes
letter and do a jumble solu-
tion to win a $25 gift certifi- the more than 100 local
cate. When flyer is complet-
ed, turn it in at the last stop,
with contact info. completed businesses that provide work
for nearly 1,000 Lorain County
citizens with developmental
disabilities.
Carpentry Limited
www.murrayridgecenter.org
www.jmcarpentryltd.com • Fredericksburg, Ohio 44627 Supported Employment Dept. - 440-324-4993
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MAIN STREET
Tour 7 homes 7 local families
built between open their doors
1820 and 1920! Wellington Historic Home Tour for viewing!
Sunday, October 14, 1-5 p.m.
Tour these seven homes built between 1820 and 1920. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 on the day of tour.
Purchase tickets at Apples, Village Market, The Platinum Petal, Wellington Implement and Main Street ADDIE’S ANTIQUES
Wellington. On day of tour, please bring tickets to Town Hall/registration tent from 12-3:30 p.m. to exchange
for wristbands and tour maps and be entered for door prizes. Note: The tour is not wheelchair accessible
nor suggested for children under the age of 12. Antiques & Collectibles
Multi-dealer Shop in Historic Downtown Wellington
The Spirit of ‘76 Museum will have extended hours that day from 1-5 p.m.
135 E. Herrick Ave.,
Have lunch Downtown or at the First Congregational Church, 140 South Main St. Wellington, OH 44090
Soup, Sandwiches and Desserts, served from noon-4 p.m. 440-647-0990
ADDIESANTIQUES.COM
Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4
440-647-5381
800-322-5381
46767 State Rt. 18 W., Wellington, OH
www.brotherschevy.com
2018 CHEVROLET TRAX LT AWD
Power Seat, Keyless #18128
Enjoy Autumn from Entry, Keyless Start
Beriswill Insurance Agency Finance with GM - Save $5,169
MSRP $25,845
Wellington & Grafton 139 Park Place NEW 2018 TRAX
Locations 139 Forest 326 South Main
www.beriswillins.com 226 South Main ONLY $20,676
Welcoming New Families
A. T. & T. Parts Co.
130 E. Herrick Ave
Wellington, OH
440-647-3838
$5 OFF a $25 Purchase No Insurance?
No Problem!
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Ask about our membership
Sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm savings program
Sun: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 563 South Main Maryann Jacko, DDS 210 Heritage Drive,
(440) 647-2752
Wellington OH 44090
Debbie Hullum - Manager 204 South Main 308 East Herrick Jonathan Siefker, DDS www.wellingtonohdentists.com
General Dentists
DAVID M. KING
BROKER, REALTOR
Residential Sales,
Commercial
445 Morgan Ct, Lagrange 29301 ST RT 58, Wellington Farm and Land
$57,900 $209,900
Horse Property TOLL FREE: 1-800-589-3580
with over 131 FAX: 440-647-3112
Acres! OFFICE: 440-647-3580
CELL: 440-346-5078
206 North Main Street • Wellington, OH 44090
22798 SR RT 511, Wellington 309 E Herrick Ave, Wellington www.kingrealtycountry.com
$720,000 $219,900
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MAIN STREET
Tour 7 homes 7 local families
built between open their doors
1820 and 1920! Wellington Historic Home Tour for viewing!
Sunday, October 14, 1-5 p.m.
Tour these seven homes built between 1820 and 1920. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 on the day of tour.
Purchase tickets at Apples, Village Market, The Platinum Petal, Wellington Implement and Main Street ADDIE’S ANTIQUES
Wellington. On day of tour, please bring tickets to Town Hall/registration tent from 12-3:30 p.m. to exchange
for wristbands and tour maps and be entered for door prizes. Note: The tour is not wheelchair accessible
nor suggested for children under the age of 12. Antiques & Collectibles
Multi-dealer Shop in Historic Downtown Wellington
The Spirit of ‘76 Museum will have extended hours that day from 1-5 p.m.
135 E. Herrick Ave.,
Have lunch Downtown or at the First Congregational Church, 140 South Main St. Wellington, OH 44090
Soup, Sandwiches and Desserts, served from noon-4 p.m. 440-647-0990
ADDIESANTIQUES.COM
Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 12-4
440-647-5381
800-322-5381
46767 State Rt. 18 W., Wellington, OH
www.brotherschevy.com
2018 CHEVROLET TRAX LT AWD
Power Seat, Keyless #18128
Enjoy Autumn from Entry, Keyless Start
Beriswill Insurance Agency Finance with GM - Save $5,169
MSRP $25,845
Wellington & Grafton 139 Park Place NEW 2018 TRAX
Locations 139 Forest 326 South Main
www.beriswillins.com 226 South Main ONLY $20,676
Welcoming New Families
A. T. & T. Parts Co.
130 E. Herrick Ave
Wellington, OH
440-647-3838
$5 OFF a $25 Purchase No Insurance?
No Problem!
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Ask about our membership
Sat: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm savings program
Sun: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 563 South Main Maryann Jacko, DDS 210 Heritage Drive,
(440) 647-2752
Wellington OH 44090
Debbie Hullum - Manager 204 South Main 308 East Herrick Jonathan Siefker, DDS www.wellingtonohdentists.com
General Dentists
DAVID M. KING
BROKER, REALTOR
Residential Sales,
Commercial
445 Morgan Ct, Lagrange 29301 ST RT 58, Wellington Farm and Land
$57,900 $209,900
Horse Property TOLL FREE: 1-800-589-3580
with over 131 FAX: 440-647-3112
Acres! OFFICE: 440-647-3580
CELL: 440-346-5078
206 North Main Street • Wellington, OH 44090
22798 SR RT 511, Wellington 309 E Herrick Ave, Wellington www.kingrealtycountry.com
$720,000 $219,900
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Carlisle NEWS Eaton NEWS
[email protected] [email protected]
Crafters Wanted North Eaton Church of Christ HELP WANTED IN EATON TOWNSHIP
The North Ridgeville Office for Older Adults (Senior Cen- Anniversary
ter) is looking for local crafters to be a part of their annual Hol- We have a paid position available with our Zoning
iday Craft Show on Saturday, December 1, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. It was a year and two months after what was then known as Commission Board
in conjunction with the city wide “Holiday on the Ridge.” The the North Eaton Church of Christ celebrated their 100th anni- Zoning Commission Alternate: must be able to
Senior Center is one of many craft shows throughout the city versary, in a beautiful stone church, when it was destroyed by attend all meetings (1-4 meetings per month) on
during this celebration. fire. The date was December 16, 1943. The cause of the fire
A crafter can reserve a space for only $30; you will receive was believed to be from an overheated furnace. This was the Wednesday evenings at 7pm and some possible
a six foot table, but electricity and wall space is available on a second church lost by fire and the fourth building the congrega- emergency meetings. Materials will be provided.
first reserved basis. The Senior Center is located at the corner of tion had occupied since its beginning in October 1842. Must be an Eaton twp resident and/or property owner.
Avon Belden Road (St. Rt. 83) and Bainbridge Road, in North The original congregation of 25 met at the Tucker residence Our Zoning Commission Board makes changes to our
Ridgeville. There is ample parking available. You can get an in- on Chestnut Ridge, then as the congregation grew, they met
formation packet by calling Shelly Sullinger at (440) 353-0835. in the schoolhouse on the NE corner of Butternut Ridge and Zoning Resolution, reviews Site Plans for Housing
Durkee Rd. (where the cemetery is) until they outgrew that
Southwest General Healthy Events building and decided to move to the “Center” (corner of present Developments & non-residential properties, accept/
deny re-zoning request and other duties.
day Rts. 82 and 83).
Southwest General’s Community Nurse Program offers a October 14 will mark their 176th anniversary with a cel- To apply -visit our website (under forms –application
variety of health and wellness programs. To learn more about ebration, at 2 p.m., of a very well-known quartet, Glory Way, is available) or call our office 440-748-2236 and speak
these programs, visit www.swgeneral.com/events. who has been nationally nominated “Quartet of the Year.” to the secretary to discuss the responsibilities and
Your Best Shot: Get Immunized! - Join Victoria Cho, requirements for this position. Application deadline is
PharmD, Southwest General, as she discusses commonly giv- Audubon Society special speaker noon October 31st , 2018.
en vaccines. Additionally, there will be an opportunity for an
individualized immunization screening with a pharmacist. The Black River Audubon Society’s Jack Smith Outstanding
Flu shots will be available - covered by most major insuranc- Speaker program will feature popular author, artist and birder
es (please bring insurance card). Monday, Oct. 8, at 11 a.m. Julie Zickefoose on November 10, from 1:30-4 p.m. at Carlisle
Brunswick Recreation Center, 3637 Center Rd., Brunswick. Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Road, in LaGrange. Following
Surviving the “Teenager Years” in Today’s Society - Chil- the talk, BRAS will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a recep-
dren certainly don’t come home from the hospital with a “par- tion. The public is invited to this free event. For more informa-
ent handbook” on how to survive not only the first year, but also tion on programs, volunteering or becoming a member, please
the subsequent years! Join Marlene Kurz, LPCC-S, Southwest visit www.blackriveraudubon.org or call (440) 365-6465.
General’s Oakview Behavioral Health Services, as she discuss- VALLEY CITY
es the art of raising a healthy teenager and how to survive the
potential bumpy roads ahead. Reservation is required. Call (440 VISION CENTER
238-5530. Monday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. Cuyahoga County Public EATON TOWNSHIP
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Festivities
Mischief Night pranks
put the ‘ha’ in Halloween ing cream fights, switching door mats or outdoor furniture, How to talk to kids about
and ringing doorbells and running are some popular Mischief
Night pranks. Much of the behavior consists of harmless fun, Halloween safety
Come the end of October, people across the country ea- but Mischief Night has led to some unsavory acts, including
gerly await the tricks and treats of Halloween. Plenty of fun more than 800 fires being lit in Detroit in 1984. Come Halloween, youngsters’ attentions are understand-
is to be had on October 31, when hordes of costume-clad In order to curb destructive behavior, many communities ably focused on costumes and candy. Their parents, howev-
children and adults scour neighborhoods on the hunt for the will ban the sale of eggs and shaving cream to minors on er, are likely more concerned with their kids’ safety.
best candy. But prior to Halloween comes the trickery, jokes Mischief Night. Others implement strict curfews. But that Trick-or-treating kids might not pay much mind to safety.
and gags of Mischief Night. doesn’t mean people looking to engage in some good-na- As a result, it can be hard for parents to get kids to grasp
Mischief Night also may be referred to as Cabbage Night, tured mischief cannot have their fun. Neighbors can host the importance of being safe on Halloween. The following
Goosey Night, Moving Night, Mat Night, or Devil’s Night. backyard mischief parties in which kids contain their antics
In parts of the United Kingdom, it’s known as Mischievous to one or two yards.
Night, Miggy Night, Corn Night, or Trick Night. Mischief Night precedes Halloween and is still popular for
Mischief Night is October 30 (or November 4 in some many people. Keeping pranks fun and harmless ensures
areas of the UK) and began as an informal holiday when that this tradition can stick around for years to come.
friends pranked one another. While Halloween is all about
the treats, Mischief Night is more about the tricks. Gourds, squashes and FALL Craft Show
The earliest references to Mischief Night date back to
1790s Britain. But back then the mischief occurred right
before May Day. During the Protestant Reformation, much pumpkins, oh my!
of England set out to distance itself from the treat side of October 20, 2018,
Halloween because it was connected to Catholic saints.
Gags and pranks were transferred to the eve of Guy Fawkes Halloween takes place the workout. 9am - 5pm
Night, a holiday that celebrates the foiling of the Gunpowder during a time of year char- Gourds
Plot to blow up British Parliament. However, in Ireland, Scot- acterized by earthen-col- Gourds are essentially Litchfield United Church of Christ
land and northern England, Halloween traditions - including ored chrysanthemums, ornamental squashes; they 3928 Avon Lake Rd. (RT 83)
good-natured pranks - were maintained. Immigrants from leaf-lined walkways and aren’t cultivated for eating.
these areas ultimately brought these traditions with them to crisp autumn air. As colorful Instead they are bred to Food available for purchase,
North America. By the 1930s and 1940s, Mischief Night be- as the costumes children look beautiful and unique
came popular in the United States. wear for trick-or-treating in autumn centerpieces. plus kids activities!
Ringing false alarms, covering trees in toilet paper, shav- may be, nature’s beauty Types of gourds include
is unsurpassed this time autumn wing gourd, warted
FALL FESTIVAL of year, and the scores of gourds, turban gourds, and Halloween
bottle gourds. Each gourd
and
pumpkins,
gourds
Saturday, October 13th squashes on display only is unique in its shape and
add to that colorful me-
color.
Pumpkins
5pm - 8pm lange. Pumpkins come in orna- beneFit bash!
The Cucurbitaceae fam-
th
ily may be best known for mental and edible varieties. Friday Oct. 26 , 2018
Enjoy Games, Crafts, pumpkins, squash and Even though all pumpkins from 7pm - 11pm
Raffles, Face Painting, gourds, but there actually can be consumed, some Live Music by Cougar Trip, Food,
taste better than others.
are 800 species that be-
Food and Soft Drinks for long to this family. While Small pumpkins tend to be Cash bar and Cash prize for
the whole family! they share many of the decorative because, ac- Best Costume!
same properties, these
cording to Nutritious Life,
Rain or Shine fruits each have their own they do not have enough Tickets
unique attributes. meat inside to make them $20 per Person
The main differences be-
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ever, sugar pumpkins are
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Squash
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35 ANNUAL Squashes come in sum- vors of squashes, gourds homes of previously homeless veterans who
th
and pumpkins are one
PUMPKIN mer and winter varieties. more thing that makes Hal- are starting new lives.
Winter ones do not actu-
loween and autumn spe-
FESTIVAL ally grow in the winter; in cial.
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but the name references
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th
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and hubbard squashes are
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• All You Can Carry Pumpkins - $10/Lift they feature a tough skin.
• Face Painting Expert - Charges/Customer Even though it takes some $ 1 off
Stop in & Shop our effort to crack that shell, up to 5 maze
the dense, nutrient-rich
Farmer’s Market for flesh inside is well worth admissions
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strategies might make that task easier. drivers on Halloween night. Waiting to discuss costumes in- pumpkin with a cheese cloth to remove any excess water
· Discuss costumes well in advance of Halloween. Many creases the likelihood that kids will already have an outfit before using in a pie recipe. Baked breads may benefit from
kids are so enthusiastic about Halloween that they know in mind, making it harder for parents to convince them to the extra moisture.
which costumes they hope to wear long before October 31. choose something safe. Pumpkins are a great source of dietary fiber, vitamin A, vi-
Parents can discuss potential costumes well in advance of · Explain that some tailoring might be necessary to make tamin C, riboflavin, potassium, copper, manganese, vitamin
Halloween before kids even know what they want to wear. gathering all that candy a lot easier. Superman doesn’t trip E, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, iron, calcium, magne-
Doing so gives parents a chance to encourage kids to on his cape in the movies, and youngsters dressed up as the sium, and phosphorus. They’re also low in fat and calories.
choose bright costumes that will make them more visible to Man of Steel shouldn’t trip on their capes, either. When kids Pumpkin puree can replace the oil in some baking recipes,
pick costumes, explain to them that you might need to do much as you would use applesauce.
some tailoring before they go trick-or-treating. Explain to kids
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Saturday Oct 13, 10am - 5pm kids will use to carry the candy they accumulate this Hal- HALLOWEEN AND
FALL GOODIES!!!
loween, parents can plan a bag or bucket design day a few
Sunday Oct 14, 10am - 3pm days in advance. Kids will enjoy this chance to get in the 8” Fall Mums - $5.99 ea
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Key to cooking with Just 5 miles west of Wellington
Wellington, OH 44090
Country Autumn pumpkins Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5
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Tour Autumn is ripe with vibrant colors and scenery. One of
Stop at any of the
following businesses & the more vivid sights this time of year are the bright, orange MUMS
receive a Stamp and a pumpkins that adorn walkways and front porches of homes
yummy treat too! and businesses. Not only are pumpkins ideal for decorating,
but they’re also great to eat.
Some people who plan to carve jack-o-lanterns mistaken-
FIRST WEEKEND SECOND WEEKEND ly believe the same type of pumpkin can be used in their fa-
October 12 October 19 Large Planters 8” Mums
Friday • 10 am to 5 pm Friday • 10 am to 5 pm vorite recipes. But what carving pumpkins have in visual flair, $6 each or 4 for $20
October 13 October 20 they usually lack in flavor and substance. Instead, would-be $19.99 each
Saturday • 10 am to 5 pm Saturday • 10 am to 5 pm pumpkin cookers should look to other varieties if they plan to
October 14 October 21 Decorate for the FALL
Sunday • 12 pm to 5 pm Sunday • 12 pm to 5 pm serve pumpkin on the menu.
Pumpkins are available from September through De-
A Drive Yourself Adventure! cember, but they peak in October. Many smaller pumpkins • Pumpkins
Participating Businesses are better and sweeter for cooking. Mini pumpkins, sugar, • Corn Stalks
cheese, and pie pumpkins are varieties commonly used in
OBERLIN WELLINGTON recipes. The big jack-o-lantern pumpkins have stringy, wa- • Acorn Squash
Farmyard Flowers Quilting Shanty tery flesh and will provide little to no pulp for cooking. • Butternut Squash
Dostall Farms Bonnie Brae Farm Tours, LTD Select a pumpkin as you would any other type of squash.
Main Street Antiques All Ohio Train & Toy Look for a firm pumpkin with no bruises or soft spots. The • Specialty Pumpkins
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Spencer Feed & Supply The Pumpkin Factory cutting to remove any dirt and bacteria on the surface of the
Spencer Twist pumpkin so it won’t be transferred to the pulp of the pumpkin. The Rusty Hook
Start the Tour at ANY of the Participating Stores! Slice the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds and any
Collect a stamp at each location, leave the flyer at the Junk Shop
last location and be entered to win 1 of 13 prizes. stringy material. Rinse and save the seeds for planting or
roasting. Put the pumpkin pieces in the microwave to cook is full of Fall
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Grafton Village History Association is needed. The current wa- Parking issues in the down-
town area has generated sev-
ter lines will be located and
Grafton NEWS A Treasured Legacy: continued - Trade Associations, as checked, back flow issues eral calls to a councilman -
will be addressed and the ad-
the issue is that employees of
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 part of their emerging consideration for workers, began to ob- herence to regulations will be one downtown business park
[email protected] tain books. Benjamin Franklin was an ardent advocate of these looked into. in front of another, cutting off
collections, and through his influence and intercession, many
financial gifts helped these libraries grow and spread. A step In other business, Council customer access. Councilman
BLOOD MOBILE forward, but it did not meet the need. A demand rose for state gave permission to allow the John Lescher turned to the
Blood donors are needed, whether once or on a consistent supported libraries, free for all. There are conflicting dates in library to use the community four candidates for the open
basis. For the convenience of those in Grafton and surround- regards to the very first public library. room for after school pro- council seat for possible solu-
ing communities, the LifeShare Bloodmobile will be in the New York State set up the first school library in 1838, which grams while the library un- tions. Council went into exec-
Our Lady Queen of Peace parking lot on Sunday, October 7, served all the people in the neighborhood. The first library, dergoes remodeling, provid- utive session for a variety of
from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at 708 Erie Street. Please log onto as we know it, was launched in Massachusetts when the first ed the community room has reasons. The next scheduled
www.lifesharedonor.org to register and reserve a spot (spon- act was passed in 1848, authorizing taxation to support free not been booked by another meeting is for Tuesday, Octo-
sor code ourlady). The bloodmobile will be coming to the Our libraries. Under this Act, the Boston Public Library was opened party. The fees for the use ber 17, in council chambers.
Lady Queen of Peace parking lot every 8 weeks, just when all in1854, beginning a movement that spread across the country. of the room will be waived.
are medically cleared to donate again. Please make donating a Man’s unquenchable thirst for knowledge has led us far be-
routine. yond even the wildest dreams of those early pioneers. Today,
VETERAN HONOR DISPLAY in addition to thousands of branch libraries open to all in their
The Grafton-Midview Library wants to honor any and all areas free of charge, we enjoy traveling libraries, children’s li-
active service military or veterans from our area. The library braries, libraries for the blind, Braille and talking books, hos- Thank you to all of the parents who attended our Dangers
will accept submissions of veterans names and photos until Fri- pital libraries and all types of services including lectures, chil- of Social Media presentation last week. Special Agent Liberti
day, October 5. Call the library at 926-3317 or find all the in- dren’s story hours, records, tapes and even paintings to brighten provided many excellent tips for keeping children safe on so-
formation and submission forms on the library’s website, www. your home. And, of course, in 2018, everything needed in this cial media.
gmplibrary.org. Check out the display in the library between computer-driven world. This week, I would like to invite you to the first Midview
Monday, October 22, and Friday, November 16, which will in- These vast storehouses of knowledge and information serve High School choir concert of the year on Monday, Oct. 8, at 7
clude military uniforms, war relics and an exhibit celebrating people, the young and old, the rich and the poor, the sick and p.m. Our students have been working hard since the beginning
local veterans. Special thanks to the Grafton VFW and Coun- well. Our country would be a very different place today were of the year to prepare and I look forward to the show!
cilman John Lescher for making this display possible. it not for our public libraries - a truly worthwhile legacy for East Intermediate School will hold parent-teacher confer-
ATTENTION GRAFTON AREA BUSINESSES modern man. ences on Oct. 9 and Midview Middle School will hold them on
Here’s a chance to give input to help bring traffic to your Grafton-Midview Public Library, we enjoy and appreciate Oct. 10. If you are interested in having a conference with your
business. A study is being conducted on how to make Grafton all your activities and services (get your passports here) and are child’s teacher, please contact them to make arrangements.
more accessible and more easily navigated. What would you eagerly anticipating the “future.” Please remember that there will be no school for students on
like to see in Grafton’s future? A meeting has been scheduled Doris Wildenheim 926-2956 Oct. 11 & 12 for a professional development day and NEOEA
for Tuesday, October 23, at 8 a.m. at the village hall. The pur- Day, respectively. I hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
pose of the meeting is for city Architects, village officials and Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353
government funding organizations to meet with business own-
ers/administrators to discuss links to commercial, residential, Grafton Village Council GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 20
historic and natural areas of the village and to attract new and
returning visitors to the village. Breakfast is being provided.
This is an important meeting - please plan on joining in the The first action taken by going issues. There is going Restaurant
discussion. the Grafton Village Council to be a steering committee
TRICK OR TREAT/PARADE on October 2, was to appoint meeting regarding the re- & Pub
Trick or Treat in the Village of Grafton will be on Wednes- attorney John T. Castele as sults of the Envision Grafton Since 1983
day, October 31, from 6-7:30 p.m. The annual Halloween Pa- acting Village Prosecutor. TLCI community meeting. 423 N. Main St, Grafton
rade, sponsored by the Grafton Village Fire Department, will Castele will take the place The planning is continuing.
be held on Sunday, October 28. Registration and line-up begins of Sean Kelleher, who was An update regarding the old 926-2621
at noon. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. called to active military duty. Grafton School building was Open: Tues - Sat from 4pm
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR Kelleher is expected to be out also given. The boiler is be-
There will be two sessions of Coffee with the Mayor on of the country approximately ing examined by a profes- www.graftonunicorn.com
Tuesday, October 30. The first session will be from 10-11:30 8 months. Kelleher will re- sional and the replacement of
a.m. and the second session will be from 6-7:30 p.m. at the turn to the position of Village breakers and other electrical Now Hiring! Dish Machine Operator
village hall. The topics of discussion are the proposed amend- Prosecutor upon his return. work is being done. A bid Part-time, Evenings.
ments to Grafton’s Charter, which are on the November ballot. Reports were then sub- to replace the roof has been
For more information or to R.S.V.P., call 926-2403. mitted by the Police and Fire accepted. Light bulbs have Apply in person Tues-Sat after 4pm, or
MARK YOUR CALENDARS Chiefs. Quotes are still being been replaced and clean-up
Plans are underway for another great Old Fashioned Christ- worked with as to putting work has been done. Water Email: [email protected]
mas event in Grafton. Scrooge will be around and Santa too on communication equipment
Friday evening, December 7, from 6-8 p.m. Main Street will be on the new water tower for
closed for this festival. For more information, visit their Face- emergency service reception.
book page, Old Fashioned Christmas. The Fire Chief then explained
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. the types of mutual aid and The Grafton VFW
how only one or some of the
Andrew Deak, D.M.D, M.D. types of emergency mutu- Post #3341 THANKS the
420 N. Main St., Grafton al aid is needed. He gave an following sponsors who
example of a recent fire in
made our golf outing a
Olmsted Falls, where they
Emergencies needed command help, so he HUGE SUCCESS!
responded. He also said mu-
Welcomed! tual aid does not stop at coun- The following is a list of hole sponsors
ty lines. Fire Chief Kimbro
will be reading to children at
Same-day Denture the Grafton-Midview Library for the 2018 Golf Outing:
on October 12 at 10 a.m.
Repairs Available Council proceeded by Adorn Salon Marcia Frabotta Power and Grounding
“We Cater to Cowards” passing a series of resolu- Aspire Investments Foundry Restaurant Pulito & Asso.
Amber Trucking
Stan Pijor
tions and motions, some on
GLW
SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE an emergency basis. The first Abraham Buick GMC General Plug Private Security
440-926-3441 resolution was to enter into Schmidt-Smith Allstate Agency Grafton Library Pinebrook Golf Course
a contract with Infinisource
Kim and Jay Saini
for the purpose of managing VFW #3341 Auxiliary Grafton Marathon Republic Services
Grafton Mower
Auto Zone
employee compensation and Armbruster Eaton Marathon Grey Hawke Golf Course Rural-Urban Record
reporting. The second was to Jim Barnhart Grammies Primitives Joel and Robin Szczepanski
officially accept the donation Kathy Bash Hendersons DDS Serene Intentions
of a LifePak 15 heart monitor Beriswill Insurance Huntington Bank Schilds IGA
and Airtraq video incubation Bruce Bergenstein Heidelburg Dist. Shamrock Development
equipment from University
36709 Royalton Rd., Grafton Hospitals. The value of the Blue Water Salon Clete and Lois Johnson Liz Sauer
Karen Kramer DDS
equipment is approximately Brown’s Design Laubenthal Mercado Funeral Home Lance Smith
Dick Smith
Budweiser
Not Just a Wedding Venue! $40,000. Next was the ap- Ralph Arnold Lagrange Ole Town Barber Shop Stanley Ind.
proval an easement agree-
Sparkle Market
We are available 7 days/week! ment for a new storm sewer Brentwood Golf Course Lagrange Pizza Springvale Golf Course
Check Please
Tye Loy Racing
pipe to be placed on an Oak
Street property as part of Steve Carpenter Dave Luzier Specialty Sales
Subway
Hans Lenzer
• Club Meetings the Oak Street improvement Choo Choo’s Restaurant Lorain Music The Grafton Scoop
Krag Churchill DDS
Are you • Company Meetings project. Council approved CPR Pfrann Lancaster Sherwin Williams
$16,500 for the cost of re-
looking for • Exercise Classes pairs to the concrete around Crew’s Thru Main Street Tee’s Steve Thompson
Lu’s Pizza
Centerra
Mark Trenchard
16 catch basins in the Emer-
space to • Bereavements ald Point Subdivision. The Dynatech Mezcal Restaurant Thomas Properties
Diamond Products
rent? • Bridal/Baby Showers work will be done by Denes Duke Funeral Home Mallard Creek Golf Course Richard Taylor
Concrete. Temporary signs
McDonald’s Restaurant
Three Z
• Birthday Parties for the Friends of the Graf- Dave Divencenzo MP&A N.Olmsted VFW
ton-Midview Library’s book Dragon Ranch Golf Course Midview Drug Unicorn Restaurant
sale were also approved. Elek and Noss Modern Insurance UTS - Shears Potato Chips
Four candidates for the Shirley Edwards Mys Construction Village Barber Shop
Council at Large seat, vacat- Edwards Mobile Mower North Ridge Health Center West Roofing
ed by the moving of Jason Essential Kneads N. Eaton Dairy Queen Willis CNC
Strah, addressed council with Federated Auto Nancy’s Restaurant Barb White
why each should be appoint- Four Keys Restaurant Ohio Lottery Whitehouse Artisian Springs
ed to the position. Council
will take time to review the
resumes and letters of interest A Special Thank You to all who donated door prizes, food
before deciding. and refreshments to our outing, as well as to all who
440-748-7829 Updates were given on the volunteered their time to make our outing a success.
www.rubyshall.info ~ [email protected] water tower project, a booster
pump project and other on-
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Professional
Profile
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Hello! We are Scot Kuhns and Jennifer Kuhns school year. We are excited to watch him grow in
and this is our story. I started off at Brandau Jew- the district.
elers in Elyria in 1999 as an errand runner while At Village Jewelry and Repair, we are a full-ser-
also attending LCCC for business administration. vice jeweler with on premise gold smithing and cus-
After obtaining my Associates Degree, the own- tom services. We also do engraving and clock and
ers of Brandau, Tom and Janice Haywood, pro- watch repairs on premise. Our cases are stocked
moted me to work full-time at the store. They also with unique one-of-a-kind items in all price ranges,
provided me with education from the Gemological from engagement rings and wedding bands to an-
Institute of America. The experience of working niversary items, clocks and watches.
at the most respected jewelry store in the area Shop the local and family owned Village Jewelry
and the education were priceless. and Repair located in downtown Grafton.
In 2004, I married my high school sweetheart,
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City Schools. In 2006, the Haywoods retired from Hours: Tue., Wed. & Fri. from 10-5pm
their business and closed Brandau. From that Thur. from 10-6pm and Sat. from 10-1pm.
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September 8 on Cowley Road. A welfare check was completed Anime & Manga Society - Wednesday, October 10, 3:30
for a State Route 303 resident and a traffic complaint recorded p.m. Watch Anime, draw Manga, participate in Japan themed
Grafton Twp. NEWS on Cowley Road on September 10. activities and have Japan themed snacks and drinks. Please reg-
There was an unwanted person call on State Route 303 and a
ister by the Monday before each meeting to help determine the
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 civil matter on State Route 83 on September 12. On September amount of snacks needed.
[email protected] 14, deputies made a traffic stop on Mennell Road and investi- Caldecott Club - Thursday, October 11, 4 p.m. Are you too
gated a fraud call also on Mennell Road. A welfare check was old for storytime, in grades K-3 and still love sharing picture
Fire Department Pancake Breakfast also completed on Island Road on September 14. A noise com- books? This is the club for you! After a quick snack, we’ll
read a Caldecott Medal-winning book and do a related activity.
plaint on State Route 83 came in on September 15. An aban-
doned vehicle was reported on State Route 83 on September Book titles are TBD. Registration is required.
It’s time again for the Grafton Township Fire Department 17. A harassment call was received on September 18 from an Decorate Your Own Mask for Halloween - Thursday, Octo-
semi-annual pancake and sausage breakfast. Breakfast will be East Crook Street resident. Deputies responded to a psychiatric ber 11, 6 p.m. Create your own mask for Halloween. Let your
served from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. on October 21 at the township hall, situation on Grafton Road on September 18. inner creative out and design something creepy or fun. Please
located at the corner of State Routes 303 and 83. Tickets for Assistance was given on September 21 on Island Road. On register by October 8 due to having to order the masks.
the all-you-can-eat breakfast are available at the door. Cost for September 22, deputies handled a disabled vehicle on Dell- Read with a Firefighter - Friday, October 12, 10 a.m. Join
those aged 11 and older is $6, seniors are $5, children 4-10 are wood, conducted a traffic stop on State Route 83 at Neff Road Grafton Village Fire Chief, Randy Kimbro, for a special sto-
$3 and children under 3 years old eat free. There will also be and responded to a noise complaint on State Route 83. A new rytime during National Fire Prevention Week. Registration is
fruit cups and chocolate milk at no additional cost. The Life- call was recorded on Cowley Road on September 24. An alarm required.
Share blood mobile will be on site from 9 a.m. - noon for the brought the deputies to Mennell Road on September 26. There
event. Breakfast is free with a successful donation. was a noise complaint on State Route 83 on September 28 &
Take the time to check out our equipment that you helped to 29. A welfare check was made on Cowley Road on September
purchase. This is also the perfect time to meet your volunteer 29. SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
firefighters and EMT’s. Public Zoning meeting
Sheriff’s Incident Report Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
The Grafton Township Zoning Commission will hold a programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office has released their inci- public zoning meeting at the Grafton Township Hall, located 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
dent report for the month of September in Grafton Township. at 17109 Avon Belden Road at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
Civil Matters were responded to on August 31 and Septem- 16, 2018. The Zoning Commission will be reviewing existing drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
ber 1; the first was on State Route 303 and the second on State fencing regulations and discussing other issues and concerns as
Route 83. There was a domestic violence/dispute issue on State they come up. These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
Route 83 on September 1. Two suspicious conditions were 10/8 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with
reported on September 2; one on Cowley Road and the other GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 free donuts and coffee for participants.
on Haystack Lane. Also on September 2, deputies responded to Grafton-Midview Library 10/9 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being
a noise complaint on Cowley Road, a burglary on State Route
303 and gave assistance on Law Road East. There was a suspi- instructed by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit
cious condition on September 3 on State Route 57 at Law Road For more information or to register for programs, stop into and juice
East. September 4 brought a domestic violence/dispute on State the library at 983 Main Street, call (440) 926-3317 or log onto for participants.
Route 83 and a stolen vehicle report on Dellwood Road. A wel- www.gmplibrary.org. Registration is required for most pro- 10/11 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner for those that signed
fare check was done on a State Route 303 residence on Septem- grams. up. CANCELLATIONS FOR DINNER MUST BE
ber 5. A suspicious condition report came in for Dellwood Road Magic: The Gathering in the Library - Tuesday, October 9, MADE BEFORE NOON.
on September 6 and a noise complaint was filed on September 5 p.m. Are you a Magic player? If so, bring your deck and play 10/15 at 2:00 pm Senior
7 & 8 for a State Route 83 property. A theft was reported on Magic: The Gathering with other teens at the library. We will
meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month, September-December. Coffee Club. Movie with
No registration required.
free donuts and coffee for
KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS Join facilitator Peggy Wyar for a lively discussion of a differ- participants.
Inspirational Book Club - Wednesday, October 10, at noon.
10/16 at 2:00 pm Senior
GENERAL PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY ent inspiring book each month. Feel free to bring your lunch! Exercise Class being
The title for October’s meeting is “Loving Luther,” by Allison instructed by Debi’s
~NEW PATIENTS WELCOME~ Pittman. In her first true step of faith, Katharina leaves the only Personal Training with
life she has ever known. But the freedom she has craved comes
Hours By Appointment with a price, and she finds she has traded one life of isolation fruit and juice
for participants.
for another. Without the security of the convent walls or a fam-
419 NORTH MAIN STREET ily of her own, Katharina must trust in both the God who saved • If you have questions on these programs, please contact
her and the man who paved a way for rescue. Luther’s friends
GRAFTON, OHIO are quick to offer shelter, but Katharina longs for all Luther has the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.
• The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
promised: a home, a husband, perhaps even the chance to fall
440-926-2705 in love. Copies of the title will be available at the Customer occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
Manager for additional information.
Service desk in advance of the meeting, while supplies last.
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AUTO SERVICE
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DAN’S UPHOLSTERY
vice. Complete tree removal,
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October 13th, 9:00am trimming, root feeding and Furniture Repair COLUMBIA MARATHON
Cushion Refills
cleaning. Fully insured. FREE
ESTIMATES. Firewood for
Lorain County Fairgrounds sale. 440-236-3061. Call for free quote
23000 Fairgrounds Rd, Wellington, OH 44090 on re-upholstery
216-346-2682
PAINTING
WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENT’S!! WANTED Your Auto or Complete
To be included in our full list of advertising Specializing in aluminum & ce- Light Truck Full Mechanical
dar siding refinishing, decks,
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ing a small, local construction,
it all. www.valuetimepainting.
Jason Kriegmont at 440-465-7166 com. Call Terry, 440-444-5075. home improvement service for
Licensed & insured. Elyria, OH 30+ years is looking to provide
*New attachments, Trucks, Loader Tractors, caretaking upkeep and resto- 24497 Sprague Rd., •Columbia Station
ration of a small farm, or for
Skid Loaders, Dozer, Man lift’s and much more!* PETS an owner with multiple prop- 440-235-6642
erties, to provide maintenance
For more Information All Paws Kennel, 24344 Foster work in exchange for modest,
Rd., Litchfield, 330-648-9509.
natural and rural country-like
and Pictures visit Heated indoor facility, 4 fenced living space. Honest, caring, BUILDERS
exercise yards, custom care.
Auctionzip.com Auctions $20 per day. Grooming now conscientious, easy going,
friendly, quality craftsmanship
ID# 44410 available. with pride. Fond of Lorain
County & its history. Please
SALES & SERVICES contact me if we can meet,
discuss and collaborate! The R&K Builders
APPLIANCES HELP WANTED SMALL DUMPSTERS sooner, the better. Jeffrey
for roofing, remodeling, etc. Porter, 216-861-2238 (Built by Amish)
Good clean used appliances. Bobcat, Backhoe & Dump
Call Bill Bakers, 440-322-2325. Truck work available Quality Buildings at
CALL JASON’S SERVICES Affordable Prices
AUTOS 440-926-3446 Horse Barns • Garages
2002 Dodge Dakota, V6, 4x4, $2,000 SIGN ON & Riding Arenas
5-speed, air. High miles but BONUS APPLIANCE, SALES & SERVICE
runs great. $2200 or best offer. Commercial &
440-864-8069 Keystone Pointe Health &
Rehabilitation is seeking Residential
AUTOS WANTED caring individuals for: BILL 330-473-9927
BAKER'SBAKER'S
Mike’s Hooker Service. We FT/PT STNA positions Since 1950
pay top dollar for all unwant- BAKER'S
ed cars, trucks, vans. Free All Shifts. Generous Shift and KAZMIERCZAK CONSTRUCTION
pick-up. Pay cash. Call Mike, Weekend Differentials.
216-534-6514. PTO Hours available for use MODERNIZE Additions • Garages • Decks • Siding
after 90 days for FT. Remodeling Pole Barns • Windows • Doors •
CLEANING Send resume to npalcisko@ WE SERVICE & REPAIR Concrete Patios • Driveways • Custom Homes
keystone-pointe.net KIM KAZMIERCZAK (440) 458-6619
Custom cleaning. Everyone’s TELEVISION REPAIRS YOUR HOME 13240 Grafton Rd. • Grafton, OH 44044
needs are different. We spe- -Service All Brands-
cialize in catering to what your LCD • Plasma • Big Screen
needs are. Call Marcie today
for your free assessment ap- Washers • Dryers CAREERS
pointment at 440-213-7527. Refrigerators
Over 13 years experience. Microwaves
$2,500 SIGN ON See Our Selection of Ranges • Ovens
FOR RENT Reconditioned Appliances Appliance Parts
BONUS FOR SALE! IN HOME SERVICE ON
Elyria: Newly remodeled 2 & Keystone Pointe Health & APPLIANCES ONLY AIRLINE
3 bedroom townhomes with Rehabilitation is seeking 15 East Ave., Elyria 322-2325
new carpet, ceramic tile and CAREERS
hard wood floors. Appliances caring RN for FT 12 Hr. night Bud & Diane Casey, Owners www.billbakersinc.com
included. $100 security de- shift position. Mimimum
posit; restrictions apply. Call of 2 years LTC experience. Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses
216-221-1333 . Generous Shift and Weekend DEMPSEY’S APPLIANCE coast to coast. Job placement assistance.
Large heated warehouse Differentials. PTO Hours SALES & SERVICE, INC.
space available in Grafton. available for use after 90 60 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly.
Price determined upon space days for FT, 401K Match. 41 YEARS IN BUSINESS
needed. 440-748-7829 Send resume to npalcisko@ Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance
keystone-pointe.net or 433 OBERLIN RD. 800-481-7894
FOR SALE [email protected] ELYRIA, OHIO 44035
440-322-8170
Straw, clean, no weeds. Small Established Local Dump Truck
squares $4; 4x4 net wrapped Company seeking experi-
rounds $30. 330-625-4182, enced Class A drivers. Starting ASPHALT, CONCRETE & STONE COUNTER TOPS
leave message. pay $22. Overtime after 40 hrs.
Experience is a must. Contact
GARAGE SALES Zach, 216-781-0770.
Mechanic needed, experi-
16449 Boone Road, Columbia enced, truck / trailer, full or part- Free
Station. October 11-13, 9am- time. Grafton, 440-926-6533. Hart
4pm. Lots of household items, Estimates
furniture, decorations. Mechanic needed: Truck /
United Methodist Church trailer, full / part-time. Prefer Blacktop •Driveways
experience, but will train me-
of Berea Garage Sale, 170 chanically inclined individual.
Seminary Street. 10/10/18, Grafton, 440-926-6533.
6-7:30pm, pre-sale $5 per • Parking Lots
family; 10/11/18, 9am-7pm; Now hiring morning shift.
10/12/18, 9am-6pm, 1/2 price. Must be able to arrive at 6AM.
Located in the Village of Graf-
HALLS FOR RENT ton. Part-time, full-time. Apply 800-619-7808 (24 hours) 440-986-2665
online: Subway.com.
Fax: 440-774-4108 (24 hours)
AMVETS POST 32 [email protected] 9072 Leavitt Rd.
11087 Middle Ave., Elyria HOME IMPROVEMENT Elyria, OH 44035 [email protected]
Capacity: Hall-250,
Q-Hut-100, Pavillion-250 Masonry step repairs, brick
Available for all occasions work, stone veneer, tuck-point- NOVAK CONCRETE, INC RAM-CON LLC
Call for pricing ing, retaining walls. No job too Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Concrete & Excavating ELECTRICAL
and availability small. Pannell, 440-610-2541. Garage Floors, Stamped ALL PHASES OF CONCRETE
440-458-8544 Remodeling, siding, drywall Concrete, Waterproofing WORK & DECORATIVE
COLUMBIA V.F.W HALL (hanging & finishing), win- FREE ESTIMATES STAMPED CONCRETE WORK
25-120 Capacity dows, decks. We do it all. 35 440-748-6217 FREE ESTIMATES J.A. Kilby Electrical
Catering Available yrs. experience. www.val- Quality Service since 1989 440-935-7842
440-236-3323 uetimepaintingandhomeim- Residential & Commercial Electrical Service
F.O.P. LODGE #54 provements.com. Call Terry, New Work-Replacement-Repairs
440-444-5075. Licensed &
Capacity 150-175 Insured. J. A. KILBY ENT.
Catering Available •Whole House •Remodeling •Panel Upgrades
36854 Royalton Rd. Concrete • Masonry •Security & Camera Systems
(1 mile East of Durkee) LAWN & GARDEN
Grafton, Ohio Stamped Concrete •Commercial Buildings •Parking Lot Lighting
440-653-7227 Get it tilled up for Spring. Fall 440-327-3433 ext #3 • www.jakilby.com
FULL park with restrooms, 3 clean-ups, bush trimming 440-327-3433 State License/Insured •24/7 Emergency Response
and removal. Call Rick, 440-
pavilions, air conditioned hall, 458-8793.
for 25 to 138. Call LaGrange
Lions Club. 440-458-6781. JACK’S STUMP REMOVAL
Grafton VFW. Call from 9:30- & LAWN CARE EXCAVATING
Free Estimates
11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. 440-281-6970
440-926-3341 440-506-8647
216-410-7106
HELP WANTED Rotary tiller service. Dump J. A. KILBY ENT.
trailer service available for •Plumbing Services •All Phases of Excavation •Sewer
BARN HELP: Permanent part- yard clean-up or construction.
time in Columbia Station area. Call 216-701-2967 Replacement (water, gas, storm) •Sanitary Sewer Installation
Stall cleaning, horse handling. •Foundation Waterproofing •Septic and Mound Systems
3 mornings a week, flexible •All Plumbing Repairs and New Installation
times. Friendly atmosphere.
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WORKS No Job Too Small! •Replacement Windows
•Entry Doors
24 Hour Emergency Service • Great Time for Lawn Installation & repairs! •Custom Exterior Siding
• Major Pruning •Stone & Shake Accents
440-236-5543 • Drainage issues? Keep water away from your home! •Soffit, Facia & Trim
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• Kitchen Remodeling • Room Additions • Garages Interior/Exterior Fully Insured & Workmen’s Comp. • TCIA member
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•Kitchen & Bathroom Replacement •Roofing Fertilizers • Fire Wood
440-724-9338
J.A. Kilby Plumbing Free Estimates!
• General Contracting Residential & Commercial Plumbing Services Seth Emerson - Owner
• Kitchens/Baths Office: 440-322-2624
• Additions Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling and Additions Emergency: 440-452-2456
• Buildings/Garages CAD Design & Visual Renderings Available [email protected]
• Roofs •New Work •Replacement •Repairs
• Doors/Windows •Sewer & Waterline Excavation & Installation
725 Sugar Lane, •Camera Inspections •Abandoned Wells Capped
Elyria, Oh 44035 • Siding 440-327-3433 • www.jakilby.com
440-365-0015 • Plumbing/Electrical Jason E. Davis
Specializing in Home Improvements State License/Insured • 24/7 Emergency Response -Complete Crane Service-
www.reaserconstruction.com “No Tree Too Big or Too Small!”
SERVICES: Tree/Stump Removal
•Plumbing Repairs
LAWN • GARDEN • LANDSCAPE •Sewer & Drain Cleaning Tree Trimming, Firewood
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•Electronic Locating
•Video Camera Inspection Bonded & Insured
440-324-4321 •Sewer Excavation 812 Bond Street, Elyria 44035
30 Years Experience Personal Plumber Service Corp. Ph: 440-452-4840 email: [email protected]
24 HOUR EMERGENCY OFF
SERVICE $25 WATERPROOFING
OH LIC #21372 Any Service
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ROOFING •Full Foundation Waterproofing •Wall Straightening,
Replacement and Repairs •Full Plumbing Services
•Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement
440-327-3433
Jeff’s Construction All Seasons Roofing
HOUSE, BARN, GARAGE ROOFS Tear-Offs, Roof Cleaning,
Gutters • Carpentry • Masonry Slates, Chimney Mason,
Siding • Slates • Chimneys
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•Paver Patios 440-748-3259
•Landscape Installs 216-861-2238 Casey Williamson
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•Retaining Walls SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED
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