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Volume 64, No. 27 Columbia Station, Ohio December 31, 2018
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January 1, in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal Columbia 4 LaGrange 10 Classifieds 14
Wellington 11
Eaton 6
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The Rural-Urban Record
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Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter
Founders 1955
Lee Boise, Publisher & President
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OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Weds., 9-4 • Thurs. 9-1 Gentle Woman Fellowship is an Inter-Parish Women’s
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year Group that meets on First Fridays at Saint Clarence Par-
ish Center, located at 30106 Lorain Road, in North Olmsted.
On Friday, January 4, the schedule of activities begins at
Bible and Brew program 9:30 a.m. with a Pray the Holy Rosary session in the Chapel. St. Elizabeth
At 10 a.m., we will attend Holy Mass, followed by a potluck
luncheon in Terrace Hall; please bring a cold salad, cheese Ann Seton
Bible and Brew, a casual conversation about God, faith and sandwiches, veggies with a dip, fresh fruit or something similar Catholic Parish
scripture, will meet weekly on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Forts to share. Dessert will be provided. 25801 Royalton Rd.
Tavern, located at 122 W. Herrick, in Wellington. This event is At around 11:30 a.m., Father Robert Gonser will be our Columbia Station, OH
presented by Wellington First United Methodist Church. Ev- celebrant and speaker. He is in residence at St. Jude Parish in Sacrament of Reconciliation
(Confession)
eryone is welcome. Elyria. Father Gonser has written three books, including No- Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
body Calls Me Father Anymore and Are There Golf Courses in Anytime by Appointment
Ode Family Foundation to Heaven? The title of his talk for us will be “The Reflections Weekend Masses
of a Retired Priest.” Our gatherings will be canceled if North
Sat. 5 p.m.
Partner with CUMC Olmsted City Schools are closed. Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
440-236-5095
All women are welcome! Come and bring a friend! For
The Ode Family Foundation and Columbia United Meth- more information, contact Mary Hoover at (330) 636-1698 or www.seascolumbiastation.org
odist Church are partnering to bring help and understanding to Mary Tschanz at (440) 235-6258. No reservations are needed.
people in the community who need it during distressed times. NORTH “Welcome Home”
The Ode Family Foundation was established to provide un- Celebrate Recovery EATON New Life Wesleyan Church
derprivileged individuals in distressed situations with various CHRISTIAN
forms of assistance. The Foundation is run by Fred and his Celebrate Recovery at Hope Christian Church meets ev- 11149 West River Rd.
daughter-in-law Melora Ode. ery Friday night. CR is a Christ-centered recovery program CHURCH Columbia Station
The Foundation is looking to help ease the hardship people for anyone with hurts, habits or hang-ups. You have a forever (Disciples)
in the local community are experiencing. The type of individu- family at CR! They start each week with a free dinner served Rt. 82 & 83 SUNDAY 9 am
als they are looking for is someone where life is currently over- from 6-7 p.m. Then, they gather for worship at 7 p.m. At 8 440-748-2230 Adult Bible Study
whelming them, and they just need a little extra support to get p.m., they break out into open share groups, followed by cof- www.neccdisciples.com SUNDAY 10 am
their life organized.There are no specific requirements that they fee and dessert at 9 p.m. in the café. They offer free childcare Worship Services Worship & Children’s Church
are looking for, just someone who needs a helping hand. from 6:30-9:30 p.m. for those that attend. Come for part of the 8:00 am & 10:30 am
evening or come for it all! For more information, please visit
The ministries that Columbia United Methodist Church cur- WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
rently provide for the community will begin to work with The www.hopechristianchurch.com/ministries/celebrate-recovery. Sunday School Bible Study
Time does not heal all wounds, but God’s love, truth, grace
Ode Family Foundation beginning this Christmas season, and and forgiveness does. Please come as you are and keep coming 9:00 am Youth Group, Kids Club
into 2019. back! Hope Christian Church is located at 32625 Detroit Rd., Polly Tallos
For more information or questions, call the church office at in Avon. Christian Ed. & Youth Director Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
(440) 236-8822. Rev. David Chafin Rev. John Bodo
Celebrate Recovery, the local Christian 12-Step Program for Interim Minister - Associate Pastor
AARP Tax Sites anyone needing help with a hurt, habit or hang-up, meets each 440-236-8600
week at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at Church of the Open Door, lo-
cated at 43275 Telegraph Road, in Elyria. The first hour begins www.nlwesleyan.org
Listed below are the AARP Tax sites, phone numbers and with a brief time of worship, followed by a weekly lesson or a
addresses for Lorain County residents to be able to register personal testimony. The second hour has gender specific small GRAFTON UNITED
for free tax assistance at any of these11 sites. Reservations are groups for men and women, with a special video for first time METHODIST CHURCH
needed. attenders. All meetings are open to everyone. Light refreshments 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
Amherst - Amherst Public Library, 221 Spring St. (440) are served following the program. For further information, call 10:00am Worship
988-4230. Tuesday/Thursday, from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Bob at (440) 326-2329. Children’s Wednesday Program
Avon - Avon Senior Center, 36786 Detroit Ave. (440) 934- Gr. 3-12, 4:30-6:30pm
Dinner Included
2417. Thursday, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. COLUMBIA UNITED Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
Avon Lake - Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Christ Church Food Pantry
Blvd. (440) 933-8128. Tuesday/Wednesday, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. METHODIST Church of Christ
Elyria - Cornerstone Church, 2949 West River Rd. (440) Christ Church is committed to making a difference in the CHURCH
324-1202. Monday/Wednesday, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. communities around us. On the fourth Saturday of each month Worship Service Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
Elyria - Lorain County Office on Aging, 320 N. Gateway volunteers distribute nonperishable items to our neighbors in 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
Blvd. (440) 326-4800. Tuesday/Wednesday, from 8:30 a.m.-1 need. Join us if you, or someone you know, would benefit from Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
p.m. a little extra help making ends meet. The Food Pantry is located 211 Forest St., LaGrange
Grafton - Grafton Library/Eaton Town Hall, 12043 Avon at 1420 S. Abbe Rd., in Elyria. Distribution is from noon to 2 during Worship Service 440-355-6872
Belden Road. (440) 926-3317 Friday, from 9:30 a.m.- p.m. Christ Church is an equal opportunity provider. Income 25453 ROYALTON ROAD
2:30 p.m. qualifications apply. COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO ST. JOHN
Lorain - LCCC Lorain Learning Center, 201 West Erie Av- Pastor Matt Merriman LUTHERAN CHURCH
enue. (440) 233-7240. Monday/Wednesday, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Healing Hearts 236-8822 1140 W. River N.•Elyria •324-4070
Parking on 4th Street [email protected] SERVICE TIMES:
North Ridgeville - North Ridgeville Senior Center, 7327 Healing Hearts is a non-denominational social group for www.columbiaumc.org 5:00pm Saturday
Avon Belden Rd. (440) 353-0828. Tuesday, from 9:30 a.m.-3 widows and widowers. Members enjoy a variety of events and 9:00am Sunday
p.m. opportunities to meet and socialize with new people in similar Rev. Bill Mugnolo
Oberlin - Oberlin Senior Center, 90 E. College St. (440) circumstances. We welcome new members from all area com-
775-2175. Tuesday/Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. munities and adults of all ages. Our regular meetings are on United Church of God
Vermilion - Ritter Public Library, 5680 Liberty Ave. (440) the third Wednesday of each month from 1-3 p.m. Our meeting 12981 Grafton Rd.
574-3493. Tuesday/Friday, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. dates for the next several months are as follows: 2019 - Janu- Grafton, Oh 44044
Wellington - Wellington Town Hall, 115 Willard Memorial ary 16, February 20 and March 20. We meet at the Brunswick Sabbath Services
Square. Ext. 5. (440) 647-4626 Ext. 5. Monday, 9:30 a.m.-3 Library, located at 3649 Center Road. Please contact Connie at Saturdays at 12:30 pm
p.m. (440) 526-5495 for details. http://cleveland.ucg.org
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Each family that had a child play youth football or cheer last Columbia Library events
season, 2018, (in either youth football league) is encouraged to
Columbia NEWS attend this meeting to vote for the new board. Booking It For Fitness Walking Club - Saturdays, Janu-
We encourage you to get involved and to contact Mandie
Julie Petras Andrews at (216) 409-6668 or mandieandrews@roadrunner. ary 5, 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 16, 23,
[email protected] com, or Gary Blenda at (216) 401-9522 or gblenda11@gmail. 30, at 11 a.m. Looking to get a little bit of exercise and make
com, if you are interested in a board position. Cut off for sub- new friends? Join the library’s walking club. This group meets
mitting your name for a Board Position is January 5 at 9 p.m. weekly at the library and makes use of the beautiful adjacent
Please “like” and follow Columbia Youth Football on Face- walking trail in the Columbia Township Park. Meet in the li-
CHS Weekly Calendar book for up-to-date information on the League and for details brary’s meeting room and grab a water bottle, which will be
on the options for casting your family’s vote. provided for your walk. Be sure to collect a Summer Walking
Monday, December 31: Note: Currently, there are still 2 youth football and cheer- Log on or after the scheduled walk on June 10 and begin log-
ging to earn great prizes!
Winter Recess. leading organizations in Columbia. You do have the choice as Trivia Time at the Library - Monday, January 7, at from 10
Tuesday, January 1: to where your son or daughter participates in the Fall of 2019. a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday, January 8, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wednes-
Winter Recess. However, as parents, we feel strongly that there should be only day, January 9, from 12-8 p.m.; Thursday, January 10, from
Wednesday, January 2: one youth football and cheerleading program in Columbia. Our 12-8 p.m.; Friday, January 11, from 12-8 p.m. and Saturday,
School resumes. community is too small and the children should not have to January 12, from 12- 2 p.m. Stop by the library and take a quiz
Thursday, January 3: miss out on the opportunity to play a sport that they love with to see what kind of movie buff you really are!
3:45 p.m. Spring Musical auditions. their friends. We are confident that if it were left up to the kids, Waist Watchers - Mondays, January 7, 14, 21, 28; February
Friday, January 4: there would only be one league. They would all be playing 4, 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25, from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Join in
3:45 p.m. Spring Musical auditions. with their friends and they would be celebrating each other’s on our video led fitness activity for beginners. Preregistration
6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball at Brooklyn successes. We also feel that in order to build a strong Middle required.
Saturday, January 5: School and High School Program, the boys and girls should be Preschool Story Time - Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29;
10 a.m. Columbia Wrestling Open-home. learning the skills they need under the same direction. February 5, 12, 19, 26, from 10:15-10:45 a.m. Stories, music,
1/2:30 p.m. Girls Basketball at Brooklyn. Submitted by Mandie Andrews finger plays and crafts for children between the ages of 3 and 6
6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball at Independence. years old with their caregivers. Preregistration required.
Parents of Youth Football ruary 5, 12, 19, 26, from 11-11:15 a.m. A story time for begin-
Toddler Story Time - Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb-
& Cheerleaders Winter break will begin for staff and students on Monday, ning walkers to 3 year olds and their caregivers with stories,
music, movement and rhymes. Preregistration required.
December 24 through January 1. Staff and students will return Southwest General Health Center Health Topics Hearing
On Sunday, December 16, several parents of current youth to school on Wednesday, January 2. Screening - Tuesday, January 8, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Do you
football players and cheerleaders held a meeting at the Colum- Everyone at CLSD would like to wish you and your family hear what I hear? Southwest General Health Center’s Commu-
bia Town Hall. This meeting was to discuss the future of Youth a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! nity Outreach nurse will be coming to the library monthly with
Football and Cheerleading programs in Columbia. Thanks to everyone that attended and supported our music a new program. Come this month for a hearing screening and
Any youth sports organization exists for the kids. Because programs during the past couple of weeks. We had tremendous get a sneak peek at the programs that are on the horizon. The
of that, Pam and Stephen Coleman feel strongly that youth crowds to see our musicians perform. Our students worked nurse will have additional information for the services that are
football and cheer parents should be involved and have direct very hard and I could not be more proud of their performances! available in our area. Preregistration required.
input on the operations of the league. They have decided to A big thank you to Mrs. Grady, Mrs. Krejsa and Ms. Jill Cornell Evening Book Discussion - Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pin-
step down and asked the parents to vote on a new board of for your guidance and instruction. Our program continues to borough - Tuesday, January 8, at 6:30 p.m. Copies of the book
directors for Columbia Youth Football. The meeting was to excel with all of you at the helm. If you missed out, there will are available at the library. New members are welcome. Prereg-
gain a consensus on whether or not this was the direction that be another opportunity this coming spring! istration required.
the parents in town actually wanted. Those present at the meet- We are always looking to improve the quality of the school The Columbia Library is located at 13824 W. River Road
ing unanimously agreed to move forward and establish a new district and the services we provide. If you have a suggestion, North, in Columbia Station. To register for programs or for
board of directors for Columbia Youth Football and it will now question or comment please feel free to call me at (440) 236- more information, call (440) 236-8751.
be a Parent Run Organization. The meeting was also streamed 5008 or email [email protected] #onceaRaider
on Facebook live and the feedback was overwhelming positive. Hospice Warehouse Sale
We are happy to announce that starting in January 2019, Co- Shelter pets make
lumbia Youth Football, along with all assets and equipment, Please note new days nishings, accents and acces-
will be turned over and run by a board of directors elected by loving companions scheduled for 2019: Satur- sory pieces—all priced at a
the parents of players and cheerleaders. On January 6, 2019, day, February 16, 8 a.m.-4
there will be open elections held. Any parent of a current foot- FriendshipAPL.org) if you p.m., and Sunday, February
ball player/cheerleader, former coach or former board member are interested in visiting the 17, 12-4 p.m., at Hospice of January 17
is able to run for a new board position. The board will be made shelter. Their location is the Western Reserve Head- “Ask a Question, Save
up of these 7 positions: 8303 Murray Ridge Road, quarters, 17876 St. Clair a Life” QPR Seminar
President; VP/Football; VP/Cheerleading; Secretary; Trea- Ave., Cleveland. Whether it’s Worried about someone?
surer; Booster (marketing, fund-raising, sponsorships); and in Elyria. Please call for sprucing up a home, staging Learn how to talk to someone
Equipment Manager. their business hours and a property, locating a “like with low moods or possible
make time in your busy new” desk for a student, or thoughts of suicide, using the
holiday schedule to adopt finding a dining room ta- 3-step Question-Persuade-
VALLEY CITY that special pet, or drop off ble large enough for holiday LaGrange Lions Club
Refer method.
some much needed supplies
gatherings, Hospice of the
VISION CENTER for the daily care of the Western Reserve’s Ware- 240 Glendale St.,
animals. See today’s kitty
Friendship APL offers free advertised in this issue of house Sale is the place to be LaGrange
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looking for a special compan-
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6621 Center Road about adding a furry family Pets for Seniors offer. Happy New Year
PS: If you have lost a
Valley City member to your home this pet or found someone else’s from The Beane Victor Team
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Dr. Norma Jesse, J holiday season, consider pet, a good place to list it
Optometrist 330-483-4035 adopting from your local is at www.facebook.com/ Janet Beane
Friendship Animal Shelter. SamTheParrot/ You can 440-336-5000
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about the pet there and if
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Closed Sun & Wed
fraction of their original retail can be made to pick up large AARP Tax Sites RURAL-URBAN RECORD, December 31, 2018 Page 5
prices! furniture or fragile donations
In addition to furniture, free of charge from some Listed below are the
framed artwork and lamps, locations in northern Ohio. AARP Tax sites, phone num- Columbia January
the selection often includes (Donations to help defray the bers and addresses for Lorain
matching sets of fine china, cost of movers are greatly ap- County residents to be able to 2019
glassware, antiques, jewelry, preciated.) Those interested register for free tax assistance Branch Library Events
collectibles and one-of-a- in contributing items for the at any of these11 sites. Reser-
kind treasures. The proceeds sale should contact the Ware- vations are needed.
not only support seriously house Sale Team at (216) Amherst - Amherst Pub-
ill patients and their fami- 255-9090. lic Library, 221 Spring St.
lies, but veterans in need of Note: The agency is un- (440) 988-4230. Tuesday/
specialized care, grief and able to accept bedding, Thursday, from 9:30 a.m.-3 “Let us love winter,
trauma counseling in schools books, clothing, cribs and p.m.
and other community-based car seats, small electronics, Avon - Avon Senior Cen- for it is the spring
programs provided by the small and major appliances, ter, 36786 Detroit Ave. (440)
nonprofit agency through- medical supplies, sporting 934-2417. Thursday, from 9 of genius.”
out northern Ohio. Cash and goods, children’s toys and a.m.-3 p.m.
major credit cards (VISA, games, computers and relat- Avon Lake - Avon Lake
MasterCard, and Discover) ed hardware, mattresses and Public Library, 32649 Elec- – Pietro Aretino
are accepted for payment (no box springs, televisions and tric Blvd. (440) 933-8128.
checks). Ample parking is stuffed animals. Tuesday/Wednesday, from 9
available in the Hospice of Hospice of the Western a.m.-3 p.m.
the Western Reserve parking Reserve warehouse sales will Elyria - Cornerstone
lot. (Follow the “Warehouse be held periodically through- Church, 2949 West River Rd. Adult Progam Family Progam Childrens Progam
Sale” signs upon arrival at the out the year. To receive notice (440) 324-1202. Monday/
agency’s site.) of upcoming sales, send an Wednesday, from 9 a.m.-1 Booking it for Crafty Adults @ the Library
Donations of furniture and email to: warehousesale@ p.m. Fitness Walking Club Thursday, Jan. 17;
household goods are still ac- hospicewr.org, or visit hos- Elyria - Lorain Coun- Saturdays, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26; 11 a.m. 6 to 7:30 p.m.
tively being sought. Furniture picewr.org/warehousesale ty Office on Aging, 320 N. Try new craft projects and make new
items will be previewed by for a schedule. For a list of Gateway Blvd. (440) 326- Meet in the library’s meeting room and friends. This program is co-sponsored
volunteers prior to acceptance upcoming sales, visit www. 4800. Tuesday/Wednesday, grab a water bottle, which will be pro- by The Friends of the Columbia Library,
for donation; tax receipts will hospicewr.org/cleveland-re- from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. vided for your walk in the adjacent park. Inc.
This program is cosponsored by The
be provided. Arrangements sale-shop. Grafton - Grafton Li- Friends of the Columbia Library, Inc.
Mayor Gillock’s Monthly Coffee brary/Eaton Town Hall, Trivia Time at the Library Happy Birthday A.A. Milne!
12043 Avon Belden Road.
Friday, Jan. 18; 2 p.m.
and Conversation (440) 926-3317 F r i d a y , Monday, Jan. 7 & Tuesday, Jan 8; Celebrate A.A. Milne’s
from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
10 a.m to 8 p.m.
birthday with popcorn
Lorain - LCCC Lorain and a movie about his
The City of North Ridgeville is pleased to announce month- Learning Center, 201 West Wednesday, Jan. 9 & son, Christopher Robin
ly Coffee and Conversation with Mayor Dave Gillock. Stop in Erie Avenue. (440) 233-7240. Thursday, Jan 10; and his friends.
to enjoy a cup of coffee and casual conversation. Below is the Monday/Wednesday, from 9 Noon to 8 p.m.
schedule for 2019. If you are unable to attend and have ques- a.m.-3 p.m. Parking on 4th Friday, Jan. 11; Noon to 6 p.m.; Teen Crafternoon
tions, please feel free to call the Office of the Mayor at (440) Street Tuesday, Jan. 15; 4 to 5 p.m.
353-0811. All the meetings below are from 8-9 a.m. in the City North Ridgeville - North Saturday, Jan. 12; 10 am. to 2 p.m. Various craft activities for teens. This
Hall Council Chambers, located at 7307 Avon Belden Road, in Ridgeville Senior Center, Stop by the library and take a quiz to see program is cosponsored by The Friends
North Ridgeville. 7327 Avon Belden Rd. (440) what kind of movie buff you really are! of the Columbia Library, Inc.
Thurday, January 10; Tuesday, February 12; Wednesday, 353-0828. Tuesday, from
March 13; Monday, April 8; Friday, May 3; Tuesday, June 4; 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Waist Watchers Introduction to Windows 10
Monday, July 1; Wednesday, August 7; Thursday, September Oberlin - Oberlin Senior Mondays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28; Saturday, Jan. 19; 10:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m.
5; Tuesday, October 8; Monday, November 4; and Friday, De- Center, 90 E. College St. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
cember 6. (440) 775-2175. Tuesday/ Join in on our video led fitness activity for
Red Cross Blood Drives Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m.- beginners.
2 p.m.
Emergencies don’t take a holiday. The American Red Cross Vermilion - Ritter Public Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29;
urgently needs blood and platelet donors to make an appoint- Library, 5680 Liberty Ave. 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
(440) 574-3493. Tuesday/Fri-
ment now to give and help ensure patients can get the treatment day, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stories, music, finger plays
they need at a moment’s notice. Wellington - Wellington and crafts for children be-
Give the gift of life and make an appointment to donate tween the ages of 3 and 6 years old with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
blood and platelets by downloading the free American Red Town Hall, 115 Willard Me- their caregivers. Celebration
morial Square. Ext. 5. (440)
Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 647-4626 Ext. 5. Monday, Monday, Jan. 21
1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Toddler Story Time Stop in during the library’s open hours
As a special thank-you for helping meet the urgent need, Tuesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22; for crafts and activities to celebrate the
those who come to give now through January 6 will receive a 11 to 11:15 a.m. legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. A story time for beginning walkers to
Upcoming blood drives: Advertise with us 3-year-olds and their caregivers with sto- Cookbook Discussion
Avon Lake - January 5, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Rung/Rooney ries, music, movement and rhymes. Thursday, Jan. 24; 6 to 7 pm.
Residence, 409 Armour Rd. Southern Living’s Soups, Stews, and Chilis -
Lorain - January 2, from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., United Way Comfort food in a bowl by the editors
of Greater Lorain County, 642 Broadway Ave. Southwest General Health of Southern Living
Center Health Topics - Hearing
Sheffield Lake - January 2, from 3-8 p.m., World Gym Adults, bring a dish from the selected
Sheffield Village, 5248 Cobblestone Square Road. Screening author’s cookbook and talk about your
How to donate blood: Tuesday, Jan. 8 experience in the
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. kitchen. Copies of the
App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1- Southwest General Health Center’s book are available at
800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more informa- Community Outreach nurse will be the library.
tion. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for coming to the this month for a hearing
patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other screening. The nurse will have addition- Chair Yoga
forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals and show up at al information for the services that are Friday, Jan. 25; 3 to 4 p.m.
who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent available in our area. The first part will be 20-30 minutes of
where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are more than 21,000 gentle chair yoga and then stay for tea.
in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High Evening Book Discussion We will be following along with a video
school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger households! Tuesdays, • 6:30 p.m. during the yoga session. Check with your
also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Jan. 8 “Behind Her Eyes” health care provider before participating
by Sarah Pinborough in any exercise program.
Copies of the book are available at the
library. New members are welcome. Manage Photos and
Data in the Cloud
Saturday, Jan. 26; 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Learn how to upload photos and videos
to the cloud from your computer, and
how to transfer pictures and videos from
your cell phone or tablet. Learn how to
use Google Drive to work with and store
files.
Happy Adult Book Discussion
Grafton Genealogy Club Monday, Jan. 28 • 1 p.m.
440-926-3312 New Year! Thursdays, Jan. 10; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. “The Immortalists” by Chloe Benjamin
Copies of the book are available at the
New and experienced genealogists are
welcome library. New members are welcome.
Wellington DIY Solar Air Heater It’s National Puzzle Day!
440-647-6010 ValueTime Wednesday, January 16; Tuesday, Jan. 29; 10 a.m to 8 p.m.
Painting & Home 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Help us put together a puzzle at the
library to celebrate!
Learn how to make a solar air heater out
Improvements of aluminum cans with a demonstration
on how it comes together.
440-444-5075
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HMC Hospice of Medina County Trex seeks loving home
Eaton NEWS Volunteer Education Series all caught up on his vaccines.
[email protected] HMC Hospice of Medina County, a Hospice of the West- Trex is a sweet loving boy.
ern Reserve affiliate, is seeking volunteers to assist in private He finds himself homeless as
residences, nursing homes, assisted living communities, our his owner passed away. He’s
three Hospice House locations, and hospital settings. As a vi- housetrained and very laid
AARP seeks volunteers tal part of Hospice of the Western Reserve’s team, volunteers back and calm and would do
come from all walks of life and have a variety of skills, talents
well with other dogs that are
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest volun- and abilities. Opportunities to serve are diverse: visit patients calm and laid back also. A
teer-run tax preparation and assistance service and they want and families to provide companionship, socialization, and fenced in yard would be great
you to join them. Do you have some spare time to help us comfort; help with legacy work, transportation, light house- as he still loves to run around
provide tax-aide for seniors who are 60 or older? Household work, and meal preparation; run errands; make phone calls; Trex and get some exercise.
incomes for many of them aren’t high, so a tax refund could help with clerical work; attend health fairs; make presenta- If you would like to meet
mean they won’t have to choose between paying for groceries tions. Volunteers with specialized professional qualifications Trex is a 9-year old male Trex, please visit www.Fidos-
and keeping the lights on. That’s why our free tax-aide service and training are also needed: attorneys, licensed hair dressers, Black Lab mix. He weighs Companion.com.
goes beyond the 1040Z form to cover 1040 with schedules A, B massotherapists, pet therapy dogs and their handlers. 50 lbs. and is neutered and
and E. We can often find deductions and credits that a taxpayer The next series of volunteer classes will be held at Hospice
might not even know about. of Medina County, 5075 Windfall Road, in Medina, on Mon-
Anyone can help, there is a role for everyone and you don’t days and Wednesdays, February 11, 13, 18 and 20, from 1-4
need to be a tax expert to be of help. Whether you are good p.m. Non-clinical volunteers attend only the first three hours
with numbers, or skilled in all things digital, there is a place for on February 11, while most other volunteers attend all classes.
you. Do you just love working with people? How about volun- Pre-registration is required. For more information, or to reg-
teering as a greeter, helping people to organize their paperwork ister, call the volunteer team at (216) 255-9090. It is required
and manage the overall flow of service. They also have a urgent to wait 12 months after experiencing a significant loss before
need for people who speak a second language. Dedicated trans- volunteering directly with patients.
lators can assist our volunteers are also welcome.
Please consider helping local people with their taxes this Non-Alcoholic
year by being a volunteer. For more information, or to find out Happy
how you can help in your own unique way, visit aarp.founda- New Years Eve
tion.org or aarp.org.taxaide.
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ing Ohio birder having led multiple groups in various locations, should make an effort to dora to ensure that the holiday
including at the Biggest Week in American Birding. string some holiday deco- hits keep coming throughout
Carlisle NEWS formation on programs, volunteering or becoming a member rations before welcoming the party.
This program is free and open to the public. For more in-
[email protected] please visit www.blackriveraudubon.org or call (440) 365- guests into their homes. A 4. Games
Christmas tree might be the
Games can be a great
6465. most ubiquitous decorative way to keep guests occupied
Ashland U grads item come the holidays, so during the party. From a safe-
ty perspective, games that
hosts can make their tree the
Murder Mystery Auditions University’s Winter 2018 Commencement Ceremony: Chris- centerpiece of their decor. engage guests might prevent
The following students received degrees as part of Ashland
them from overindulging in
Hang some mistletoe around
The Friends of Metro Parks in Lorain County will hold Au- topher Ferrell of Grafton, Ashlyn Smith of Lagrange, Jessica the house, which also can be alcohol at a time of year when
ditions for their 14th Annual Murder Mystery on Tuesday, Jan- Arquillo of LaGrange, Amanda Kawiecki of Columbia Station, adorned with season-specific the National Highway Traffic
plants like holly and poinset-
Melissa Kuhn of North Ridgeville, Lisa Kyer of Elyria, Logan
and Safety Administration
uary 8, at 7 p.m. Auditions are being held at the Carlisle Visitor, Perkins of Elyria, Brendan Matcham of Grafton, Summer Ad- tias. If kids are attending the says drunk driving incidents
located at 12882 Diagaonal Rd., in LaGrange. kins of Wellington, Emily Cornish of Grafton, Revona Jackson party, a kid-friendly decora- are at their highest. Games
No experience is necessary. Auditions are a cold reading
from script. Show dates will be May 10 & 11, and May 17 & of Elyria, Katlyn Hetsler of Elyria, Heather Morley of Elyria. tion station can even be set up in which participants can win
holiday-themed prizes might
to ensure the youngsters have
Congratulations to all!
18. For more information, please call (216) 544-3865. fun and stay busy during the be especially enjoyable for
Black River Audubon program 4 holiday party must-haves festivities. players.
3. Music
Holiday parties are highly
The Black River Audubon Society welcomes Tim Jasinski Parties are highly antic- without alcohol so everyone Christmas music can go anticipated parts of the holi-
and his program “Lights Out Cleveland” on January 8, at 7 p.m. ipated events come the hol- can enjoy this beloved holi- a long way toward getting day season. Hosts can take
at the Carlisle Reservation Visitor Center, located at 12882 Di- iday season. Office parties, day beverage. everyone in the holiday spir- their parties to the next lev-
agonal Road, in LaGrange. gatherings with friends and 2. Decorations it. Utilize iTunes or music el by incorporating certain
Dedicated to saving migratory birds, Tim will explain the family celebrations are just Decking the halls is a streaming services such as must-have items into the fes-
“Lights Out Cleveland” program which rehabs birds injured some examples of the many holiday tradition, and hosts Amazon Prime Music or Pan- tivities.
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to shut off their lights at night. A number of major Cleveland ple between Thanksgiving
businesses have enrolled in the program. and New Year’s Day. Happy
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Homeschoolers Outdoor p.m. The moon is nearly full! days. No registration is re- tending the program. Chil-
Education: Tree Rings - A naturalist will lead you quired. Please visit the park dren must come with an adult
LaGrange NEWS Wolf Creek Environmental through the park to experi- district’s website for a bro- companion. Interest level for
Center, Tuesday, January 8, ence nighttime sights and chure listing complete hike ages 4-10. All ages are wel-
[email protected] from 10-11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 sounds, as well as learn a lit- details and dates. Free. come. Free.
p.m. Dendrochronology, the tle about the moon and night Tales for Tots - Wolf Snowy Scavenger Hunts
study of tree rings, can tell vision. All ages are welcome. Creek Environmental Cen- - Wolf Creek Environmen-
us much more than the age of No registration required. ter, Thursday, January 24, tal Center, Saturday, January
QPR seminar for adults the tree. Join us to decipher Free. from 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. 26, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and
the rings and glimpse into the
Winter Re Tweet - Su-
or Friday, January 25, from
Sunday, January 27, from
Talking about suicide can be difficult for the person expe- past. Ages 7-12. Registration san Hambley Nature Center, 10-11 a.m. Opossums are 12-5 p.m. Signs of winter are
riencing suicidal thoughts or their concerned friend or family required. Free. Saturday and Sunday, Jan- seldom seen and often misun- hidden all around us! Stop by
Natural Discoveries - Car-
uary 19-20, from 12-5 p.m.
derstood, but they are amaz-
member. In fact, the difficulty is so great that people who are olyn Ludwig Mugrage Park, Feeding and watching birds ing creatures! Find out more the nature center during open
considering suicide often speak in “coded messages.” They Wednesday, January 9, from is a great way to brighten up about this fascinating mar- hours this weekend for a cool
might make indirect statements like, “You won’t have to wor- 10-11 a.m. Join us for an easy a winter day and it’s a con- supial through a story, fun winter scavenger hunt. You
ry about me much longer,” or “Everyone would be better off walk to observe the unfolding stant source of entertainment. activities and craft. For ages are encouraged to dress for
without me.” of nature all year long in our There’s action, comedy, dra- 3-6 with an adult companion. the weather as activities will
QPR (Question. Persuade. Refer.) is a 3-step process for be available both inside and
helping someone who is showing signs of emotional distress. parks. Natural Discoveries is ma and sometimes, a song. It Some or all of the program out. All ages are welcome. No
an award based series of free
will be held outdoors; please
is all there at your backyard
The 90-minute class will build your confidence in having a nature programs designed bird feeders. Occasionally, a dress accordingly. Register registration required. Free.
tough conversation with someone you think might be consider- for ages 7 to adult. Themed surprise visitor will show up by January 24. Free. Photographers of the
ing suicide, or who is experiencing low moods. hikes are held on Sundays, like a deer or a wild turkey. Puppet Show: Chelsey Parks Club Meeting - Wolf
Plan to join this popular, free, confidence-building class on Creek Environmental Center,
how to help someone in distress. No prior knowledge of mental and hikes that explore sea- At this program, there will Chipmunk Finds a Flower Sunday, January 27, from 3-4
sonal happenings are offered
be information and displays
- Wolf Creek Environmen-
health topics needed! on Wednesdays. Please visit on the best types of feeders tal Center, Saturday, January p.m. This is a great opportu-
The class is offered for free through the Lorain County nity for nature photo enthu-
Board of Mental Health, and the space has been generously do- the park district’s website for to use, buying bird seed that 26, from 2-3 p.m. Chelsey siasts to share knowledge
a brochure listing complete
works and which birds visit
nated by the LaGrange Lions Club. The free event is on Thurs- hike details and dates. No our feeders during the win- Chipmunk discovers the most with like minded folks and
day, January 17, 2019, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the LaGrange Lions registration required. Free. tertime. We’ll answer these beautiful flower in the park gain special access to pro-
Club, located at 240 Glendale Street, in LaGrange. K9 Kapers - Letha House questions and more as we and brings it home. After the grams and events related to
This class if for Lorain County adults only, please. Park West, Saturday, January watch and enjoy these beauti- other animals see her flower, photography. Both beginner
they decide they need to have
and advanced photographers
Calling all future Wildcats! 12, from 10-11 a.m. Provides ful creatures at our bird feed- their own flowers to show off are invited to participate. The
dog owners with an oppor-
club will emphasize, but not
ing area. There will be bird
in their homes and start dig-
tunity to socialize their pets crafts, games and displays. ging up the park looking for be limited to, nature photog-
Keystone Elementary School is holding a Parent Informa- with other dogs. These alter- All ages are welcome. No them. Find out what happens raphy. No registration is re-
tion Night for incoming kindergarteners on Tuesday, February native hikes will interest both registration is required. Free. at this hilarious puppet show. quired. Ages 16 to adult.
5, 2019 from 6-7 p.m. in the KMS/ KES cafeteria. The night the dog and its owner while Natural Discoveries Hik- Afterwards, kids can enjoy Please register for pro-
will be filled with information about enrolling, curriculum and offering exercise and fun. All ing Series: Winter Tree ID making a craft. Registration grams online at www.medi-
what to expect in kindergarten for the 2019-2020 school year. dogs must have an accom- - Allardale West Parking Lot, is required for everyone at- nacountyparks.com.
Children eligible for kindergarten must be 5 years old before panying adult and 8ft. leash Sunday, January 20, from 3-4
August 1, 2019. Please call (440) 355-2300 with any questions. (non retractable). Participants p.m. Looking at leaves makes
We look forward to seeing you! must maintain control of their it easy to identify trees, but Happy New Year
Medina County Park District dogs at all times. We recom- what about when the leaves
mend bringing a towel for
have fallen and are covered
muddy feet and a water bowl. with snow? We’ll identify from
In the Ice Age - Wolf Join us during our regular All ages are welcome. No trees by bark and twig on this Ted Schriver, Realtor
Creek Environmental Center hours for Ice Age fun! No registration required. Free. winter woodland walk. Nat- 10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101
- Visit this winter to see what registration required. Free. Pinterest Projects: Knap- ural Discoveries is an award Elyria, Ohio 44035
was going on in Ohio during Wednesday-Saturday, Janu- ping for Adults - Wolf Creek based series of free nature C: 440.225.5219
the Ice Age. See Ice Age ani- ary 2-5, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Environmental Center, Satur- programs designed for ages
mal re-creations, do Ice Age and Sunday, January 6, from day, January 12, from 2-3:30 7 to adult. Themed hikes are
crafts and activities and play 12-5 p.m. p.m. Do you need to simpli- held on Sundays, and hikes
Ice Age games. Be prepared Hiking for the Health of It fy your life? Imagine if you that explore seasonal happen-
for an outdoor component. - Chippewa Inlet Trail North/ lived when you had to make ings are offered on Wednes-
Lafayette Road (St. Rte. 42), your own stone tools! This
LaGrange from 9-11 a.m. This hiking program will introduce you to
program is for those who can
the art of flint knapping. Try
hike 4-5 miles at a brisk pace. your hand at pressure flaking
Walking trails can be mild- to shape flint into tools. All
ly strenuous with a limited materials are provided. Ages
amount being off trail. Please 15 and up. Register by Janu-
dress for the weather and be ary 11. Free.
sure to have appropriate foot- Winter Re Tweet - Su-
540 N. Center St wear. Ages 10 to adult. No san Hambley Nature Center,
registration required. Free.
Saturday and Sunday, Jan-
LaGrange, OH Saturday, January 5. uary 12-13, from 12-5 p.m.
Creative Concoctions for
440-355-9920 Preschoolers - Wolf Creek Feeding and watching birds
Environmental Center, Tues- is a great way to brighten up Use your insurance by the end of the
a winter day, and it’s a con-
day, January 8, from 10-11 stant source of entertainment.
a.m. or 1-2 p.m. Our young- There’s action, comedy, dra- year before you lose it!
er park friends are invited to ma and sometimes, a song. It
create mysterious mixtures is all there at your backyard
and make marvelous messes bird feeders. Occasionally, a
in this fun, hands on discov- surprise visitor will show up
ery program. Come experi- like a deer or a wild turkey. Welcoming
ment with combinations of At this program, there will New Families!
ordinary ingredients to create be information and displays
something fun. All supplies on the best types of feeders
are provided; come dressed to use, buying bird seed that
for mess! Ages 3-6 with an works and which birds visit
adult. Register by January 7. our feeders during the win-
Free. tertime. There will be bird
crafts, games and displays.
All ages are welcome. No
registration is required. Free.
Preschoolers in the Gar-
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at Bread-N-Brew in downtown Wellington. The topic is School
Wellington NEWS Funding and features Board of Education members Penny Mc- Jones seeks loving home
Claflin and Brett Murner. We encourage you to attend to learn
more about this important topic.
[email protected] Our schools collected donations to benefit our local Well-
Jones is such
Help program this holiday season. Thank you all for your do- a nice guy. The
nations. kind that every-
Wellington Dukes student athletes continue to excel this
Herrick Memorial Library winter sports season. We invite you all to come out and take one would want
be
to
friends
in a game/match over the holiday break. Schedules are on the
Writers Group - The Wellington Writers Group meets every district website, wellingtonathletics.org. GO DUKES! with. He is a
other Thursday at the library. The next meeting is on January Happy holidays to all. We look forward to the New Year and gentle 8-year old
who clearly en-
3, from 6-7:30 p.m. Join this group if you have a passion for wish you and your families a safe and joyful holiday break. See joys your com-
writing in all venues. Bring samples of your writing to share you back in school Jan. 3. pany. Just pull up
with the group. New members are welcome. Registration is en- Edward Weber, Superintendent, Wellington Exempted Vil- a chair and hang
courage. To register, call the library at (440) 647-2120. Spoiler lage Schools - Office: (440) 647-4286 - Email: eweber@wel- out with kind of
alert: A new and exciting project is in the works for the group. lington.k12.oh.us or www.wellington.k12.oh.us. guy. Jones most
To find out what it is, please join them at an upcoming meeting.
“Raffle to the Rescue” recent living situ- Jones
ation before com-
One lucky winner will receive $1,000. Perfect timing for ing to Friendship
a nice cabin fever vacation or a really special Valentine’s Day APL was a stray on the streets. would you please consider
celebration. And new this year, everyone purchasing six (6) He is not cut out for life on giving him a home and lots
It’s hard to believe 2018 is coming to a close. Our students tickets, which helps rescue one dog from a dog pound, will au- the street! Jones belongs in a of love? You will have a good
enjoyed an exciting month gearing up for the holidays. Hope- tomatically be entered into a drawing for a clean, crisp $100 home surrounded by people buddy if you do!
fully you had a chance to take in one of the many holiday con- bill. and the life of a cuddle on All cats receive one or
certs in our district. Thank you to our teachers for working with Until Thursday, January 24, 2019, you can purchase tickets the couch-bird watch out the more vaccinations, a basic
our students this season on their performances. Our schools for a donation of only $10 per ticket. Drawings for both the window life. He is a great cat! veterinary examination, are
were also decked out for the holidays as numerous classrooms $1,000 grand prize and the $100 bill bonus will be held on Fri- Jones has a couple of things wormed and spayed/neutered
and hallways in our schools were decorated to spread holiday day, January 25, 2019. Both winners will be notified by phone. he wants to tell you about and feline leukemia tested.
cheer. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by mailing a himself and hopes it won’t Kittens under a year old are
As we look ahead to upcoming events for the start of 2019, I check or money order payable to and sent to: Partners With make you hesitant to adopt $60 and cats over a year are
wanted to take a moment and update you on our school closing Paws, P.O. Box 277, Oberlin, OH 44074. You can download the him. He is FIV+ and that is only $25. Senior cats (8 years
protocol. Closing a school district for an extended period due “Raffle to the Rescue” 2018 flyer and tickets by visiting www. so often confused with feline and up) are FREE for people
to cold temperatures and/or snow is never an easy decision. PartnersWithPawsLC.com. You can also purchase them there leukemia. It is NOT feline 60 years and up. All kittens/
We appreciate our families for accommodating schedules and using PayPal. Tickets are also available at WOBL/WDLW Ra- leukemia. Cats can live nor- cats over 3 months old are
other changes that go along with canceling school. There is no dio, located at 45624 US Route 20, in Oberlin. Please note that mal life spans and it is nev- also micro-chipped. If you
set temperature at which schools must close. Many districts set donation receipts are not issued for raffle fund-raisers. er contagious for people and would like to give this kitty
their benchmark at wind chills exceeding -15 degrees or snow- All proceeds will benefit Partners With Paws of Lorain dogs and only through very a new, loving, forever home,
falls of more than five inches. I work closely with our village County, Inc., as they financially assist other local animal rescue aggressive actions to other please call the Friendship
officials and school administrators to check on conditions in groups. Funds will be used to rescue dogs from dog pounds and cats. Jones also wants you to Animal Protective League
our neighborhoods. I take this responsibility very seriously and help other animals in need with their health and general care, know that he had what the vet at (440) 322-4321. (www.
with the utmost care and respect. Our number one priority is such as vetting expenses, including spay, neuter, vaccines and thinks was a birth defect and FriendshipAPL.org)
the safety of our students. If we close school, we will notify surgeries if needed, and boarding fees if required, until adop- had to have a leg amputated. The shelter is located at
families through our emergency call system, as well as posting tion takes place. It doesn’t slow him down 8303 Murray Ridge Road,
the information on the local television stations. If you would like more information, please call Lorie A. though! Now that you know in Elyria.
Wellington High School students grades 9-12 can now join Wilber at (440) 897-8696 or e-mail [email protected]. You all about Jones and his life
College Now’s Free College Test Prep Program offering SAT can also visit www.PartnersWithPawsLC.com.
test prep. ImpACT is an 8-week afterschool program that runs
Jan. 14 to March 8 Monday-Thursday from 3:15 to 6:15 p.m. at
the Wellington High School. The program focuses on ACT and Go nuts for this cool-weather treat Happy New Year
SAT preparation, and college and career readiness. Students from
will have access to various opportunities including internships, Many nuts get plenty of Today, most chestnuts are Tawnee Mancuso, Realtor
college visits, career visits, and service learning projects. Upon fanfare, from the almond to imported from Korea, China 10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101
completion of the program, students will receive a $100 stipend the walnut to the peanut - and Italy. The Agricultural Elyria, Ohio 44035
(must meet course requirements). All program materials are which isn’t even a nut at all! Marketing Resource Center
provided and students also receive free meals daily. To com- However, without the famil- reports that American chest- C: 440.897.5770
plete the program, students must attend a minimum of 30 after iar holiday tune “The Christ- nut production is less than 1
school classes. For more information, go to www.collegenow- mas Song,” many folks may percent of total world pro-
gc.org/impact/ not even know about a rela- duction. The United States
We will continue our Dialogue with the Board series in the tively obscure nut that tends has 919 farms producing
New Year. The next session is Jan. 12 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. to only turn up around the chestnuts on more than 3,700
holiday season. acres. There may be hope for
When Nat King Cole reviving interest in chestnuts
sings “chestnuts roasting on as new research is trying to
Happy an open fire,” he’s referring prevent the Asian blight that Happy New Year
to the starchy, sweet and fla-
wiped out trees long ago.
traditionally
Chestnuts
from
New Year Happy vorful chestnut, which is an pop up in stores during the Mike Hignett, Realtor
edible nut from a tree native
New Year to the northern hemisphere. holiday season. Unlike other 10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101
nuts and seeds, they are rela-
Chestnuts belong to the
beech or Fagaceae family of tively low in calories or fats, Elyria, Ohio 44035
206 North Main St. trees, which are native to the but are a rich source of min- C: 440.506.0414
mountainous forests of Chi-
erals, vitamins and dietary
Wellington, OH na, Japan, Europe, and North fiber. They can be incorporat-
www.kingrealty.com America. Chestnuts were ed into many different meals
once staples of North Amer-
and are worthy additions to a
440-647-3580 ican diets because they could healthy diet.
be found quite readily along
A.T. & T. Parts Co. the Eastern seaboard, where
many early settlers first land-
130 E. Herrick Ave ed their ships. Chestnuts were
Wellington once were the most popular
ingredient in 18th and 19th
(440)647-3838 cuisine and became widely
linked to Christmas dinner.
Early American chestnuts
were small and flavorful and
were abundant in late fall.
Chestnuts once had a sweet
flavor when eaten raw. How-
ever, they took on a nutty es-
sence when roasted. Chestnut
street vendors could be found
sending off wafting aromas of
inviting chestnuts from cor-
ner to corner. Unfortunately, Carpentry Limited
a chestnut tree blight in the
early 20th century decimated
nearly all American Chestnut
trees, leading to the demise of
the domestic chestnut indus-
try - and perhaps contribut-
ing to a declining interest in
chestnuts with winter meals.
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Grafton NEWS Grafton Village Council lege scholarship. The deadline for returned applications is in
The Lorain County Township Association is offering a col-
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 January. For more information and to receive an application,
[email protected] The Grafton Village Council met in a joint session with the contact Trustee Christie Homer-Miller at (440) 865-7513.
Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals on Easy New Years Eve breakfast
Tuesday evening, December 18. The topic of discussion was
the Grafton Solar Park on East Capel Road being constructed
HOLIDAY CLOSURES by Eitri Foundry, LLC. Setback and other variances were ap- day office luncheons.
The Village of Grafton offices will close at noon on Mon- proved. A preliminary site plan was also approved,was given a Cut the recipe in half
day, December 24, and Monday, December 31. They will also first reading. A final site plan, the third reading of the condition- for smaller yields.
be closed on Tuesday, December 25, and Tuesday, January 1. al use permit, and a public hearing on the matter will be held Spiced Yogurt
The Village Council meeting has been changed to Wednesday, at the January 15 meeting. An aggressive schedule has been set Muffins
January 2, at 7:30 p.m. due to the holiday. for the project. The solar park is expected to be online the first (Yield: 50 servings)
Grafton-Midview Library will be closed on Monday, De- week of May. 61/2 cups Dannon
cember 24, through Wednesday, December 26, for Christmas. A strong worded discussion followed with the fire chief re- plain fat-free Greek
They will also be closed on Monday, December 31 and Tues- garding the repair of a fire truck and an ambulance. The chief’s yogurt
day, January 1, for New Years. Please use the book drop on the concerns included a wait time before the repairs can be done 4 cups water,
side of the building next to the parking lot to return materials. leaving those vehicles out of service for the interim. Council’s room temperature
GMPL CELEBRATING 75 YEARS concern included money being unnecessarily spent on higher 1 box (5 lbs) Gold
Back in 1944, a group of residents realized the importance repair prices and the desire to give support to a Grafton busi- Medal® Muffin Mix,
of having a public library in their community. They set up ness instead of an out of town business. The discussion ended Whole Grain Variety
a charter and began in a small classroom in the old Grafton abruptly when the chief needed to respond to a call. Make-ahead muffins can be a quick 3 tablespoons Mc-
school building. Through the years, as the needs of our patrons Council then proceeded to approve year end ordinances, breakfast Cormick pumpkin
changed, so did the facility and services. Fast forward to the the renewal of employee health benefits, and the payment of a Make-ahead muffins can pie spice
21st century. The Grafton-Midview Library, now located on change order for the booster pump project. The council also ap- be a quick breakfast that’s 2 tablespoons McCor-
Main Street, continues to change with the growing needs of the proved the purchase of materials for improvements to the elec- perfect for New’s Years mick Chipotle cinnamon
communities it serves. This new year, as part of our anniversary tric substation and to make conversions to receive energy from Combine yogurt and wa-
celebration, we plan to travel outside our building and bring the solar park. A grant was received which covered half the cost mornings at home.
programs into he Midview communities. We want to meet you of new rechargeable LED roadside flares for the police cruisers. Having a fast and easy ter in mixing bowl. Whisk
where you live! Our locations vary so be sure to look carefully The flares eliminate the live fire flares, they can also be driven breakfast at the ready on until blended. Set aside.
at each program! If you need driving directions to any of these over. It was decided the Village of Grafton offices would close Christmas morning allows Add spices to dry muffin
locations, please give us a call at (440) 926-3317. at noon on Christmas Eve day and New Year’s Eve day. Due to families to jump right into mix in a large bowl. Add yo-
NIGHT AT THE RACES the next scheduled council meeting falling on New Year’s Day, the festivities rather than gurt and water mixture to the
Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish is sponsoring a Night at Council decided to meet on Wednesday, January 2, at 7:30 p.m. spending too much time in muffin mixture. Mix until
the Races on Saturday, January 19, at the parish hall, 702 Erie the kitchen. just blended. Don’t overmix.
Street. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. while racing begins at 7 p.m. Grafton Village History Association This recipe for “Spiced Using a scoop, portion
Admission is $20 per person and includes food and beverages. Yogurt Muffins,” courtesy of into greased or lined muffin
Horses and Tickets are now on sale. Horses are $15. Tickets the National Dairy Council, pans. Bake at 350 F for 24
and horses are available in the Gathering Area after mass or Dannon and McCormick, minutes, or 17 to 20 minutes
through the parish office by calling 926-2364. Donations for can be made in advance and in a convection oven, until
raffle baskets and race sponsors are also being accepted. Please then enjoyed while peeking the tops are golden brown.
plan to join in the fun. into Christmas stockings or
SPAGHETTI DINNER watching holiday parades
The Midview Endowment Fund will hold their annual Spa- on television. This big-batch
ghetti Dinner fund-raiser on Saturday, January 26, from 5-7 recipe is ideal for feeding a
p.m. at the Grafton VFW Post, 718 Huron Street. The Midview houseful of overnight holi-
Schools Endowment Fund Provides grants for educational en- day guests. Or it can be pre-
richment activities for Midview students beyond the basic pro- pared in advance and doled
grams provided by the schools. Tickets for the spaghetti dinner out as needed throughout the
are $10 for adults and $6 for senior citizens and children 12 and
under.There will be basket raffles with winners drawn at 6:30 week. The muffins also can
p.m. Tickets are available at the Board of Education Office or be made as a treat for holi-
by emailing jwinslow@ midviewk12.org.
There is something about a ‘White Christmas” that really
seems to make the day special.
Christmas 2018 is special for me as it is my 100th Christ-
mas. My first memory is of my fourth year. My mother’s dress Ha� y
caught fire as she lighted the little candles on the tree in the
snap-on holders. When I was seven, Mom and I celebrated New
alone. My father had died in September. The year I was 12, I
had measles. I grew up during the depression but Mom, who Year Happy
was very handy, always managed to make Christmas a special New Year
time.
Christmas 1941 recalls my first Christmas as Mrs. Walter Nancy’s
Wildenheim and the knowledge Wally would be joining the FROM ALL OF US AT
army in February, 1942. Christmas 1945 is memorable as Wally Diner STEWART’S
was home. Christmas 1956 was our first Christmas with six- APPLIANCE
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Soon, all the special concerts and programs, the candlelight
from the services, the shopping and cooking, the outdoor and indoor 426 Main St
Jen Herron Underwood Group decorations are stored away for another year. However, the Grafton
440-371-2862 same old, historical greeting used throughout the years, is the (440) 486 Cleveland Street,
best. I hope you had a “Merry Christmas!” Happy New Year!
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New Year 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
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drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
1/1 HAPPY NEW YEAR
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. 983 Main St., 1/3 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior Dinner to be held
1/10/2019 at 5:30pm. Two names
Grafton
Andrew Deak, D.M.D, M.D. 440-926-3317 per phone call only.
420 N. Main St., Grafton www.gmplibrary.org 1/8 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise
Emergencies Class being instructed by
Debi’s Personal Training with
fruit and juice for participants.
Welcomed! 1/10 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner
for those that signed up. Please
Same-day Denture call if you need to cancel.
Repairs Available
• If you have questions on these programs, please contact
“We Cater to Cowards” the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341.
• The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special
SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
440-926-3441 Manager for additional information.
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Grafton Twp. NEWS va collection kits from Ances- Midview East School Giving Tree
tryDNA, 23andMe, MyHer-
itage and FamilyTreeDNA.
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 This program takes place at
[email protected] Eaton Township Hall.
Music & Movement -
Wednesday, January 30,
at 10:30 a.m. Put on your
Grafton-Midview Library dancing shoes and get ready
to feel the beat! This mu-
For more information or per glue with you. We recom- sic-based storytime for chil-
to register for programs; stop mend glue with a thin nozzle dren ages 3-6 will be full of
into the library at 983 Main for easy application. This dancing, singing, and getting
Street, call (440) 926-3317, program takes place at Graf- those wiggles out. This pro-
or log onto www.gmplibrary. ton Township Hall. gram takes place at Grafton
org. Registration is required Dads & Donuts - Satur- Township Hall.
for most programs. Registra- day, January 26, at 10 a.m. Cooking the Books with
tion is required for most Jan- Dads are invited to bring their Tami - Thursday, January 31,
uary programs. Call, click or little dudes or dudettes to the at 6 p.m. If you’re a “foodie”
visit to register. library for a father and child this is the program for you!
Block Party - Tuesday, storytime. We will celebrate Stop by the Library starting
January 22, at 6:30 p.m. Who your special bond with sto- January 2 and pick up the
can build the tallest LEGO ries, songs, crafts, and - of selected cookbook. Choose
brick tower? Who can make course - donuts! Registration a recipe and prepare to share Members of Midview East Intermediate School’s student council display some of the pres-
a marble maze? Spend some is required. This program and enjoy! We’re cooking up ents they were able to purchase and wrap as part of the Giving Tree program.
time completing a LEGO takes place at Eaton Town- a lot of fun at GMPL. Join the The student council at Midview East Intermediate School worked to make this year’s giv-
brick challenge or just come ship Hall. cookbook club. This program ing tree a success. Through the donations of staff, students, and area businesses, the student
and build something on your Wildlife in Winter - Tues- takes place at North Park council was able to give 38 children presents for Christmas morning.
own. GMPL will supply all day, January 29, at 6 p.m. Community Room, Grafton.
the LEGO bricks you need. Why do some animals mi- • Host a movie marathon.
This program will take place grate, others hibernate, and Winter entertaining ideas Handpick some favorite
at Eaton Township Hall. some are out and about all films and invite everyone
Adult Book Discussion - winter long? Join us at Carl-
Wednesday, January 23, 10:30 isle Reservation as we inves- over for a movie marathon.
a.m. or Thursday, January 24, tigate these and other strat- Fill the family room, home
at 6:30 p.m. This group meets egies and cool adaptations theater room or living room
every other month. Light re- animals have to cope with to capacity and host a group
freshments are served. Books winter’s challenges. Includes for a film fest. If space per-
are available for pick up from a live animal. Recommend- mits, set up one room with a
the Library approximately ed for children grades K-2. children’s movie for young-
one month prior to the meet- Brought to you by the Lorain sters, while the adults retire
ing. Please call the Library County Metro Parks. This to another room for movies
for more information or to program takes place at Carl- that are more their speed. A
check on book availability. isle Reservation. buffet table set up with as-
January’s title is LaRose by Grafton Genealogy sorted snacks will help keep
Louise Erdrich. This group Group - DNA 101-Tuesday, bellies full while guests
meets at the Our Lady Queen January 29, at 6 p.m. Mary watch some favorite flicks.
of Peace Parish Hall. Jamba of the Ohio Genea- Winter days and nights
Adult Craft Night: Can- logical Society presents DNA Coffee enjoyed with a group of friends can warm hearts on cold are ripe for entertaining
vas Wall Art - Thursday, Jan- 101 to offer an introduction winter days. possibilities. These events
uary 24, at 6:30 p.m. Create to DNA testing and the four Winter entertaining need company of others. Send help squash the cabin fever
beautiful art using a canvas main tests used for genetic not end once Christmas and out an invitation for friends that can sometimes develop
and scrapbooking paper. genealogy. Plus, learn what to New Year’s Day have come to stop by for a meal or plan during the colder times of
Please bring scissors and su- expect when purchasing sali- and gone. Getting togeth- a meal prep party. year.
er with friends and family
Happy is still possible even if the
weather outside is fright-
Happy
ful. When Mother Nature
New Year New Year! takes a chilly turn, those
who don’t want the party
entertaining ideas.
To all our loyal can consider the following
Customers & Friends. • Indulge in sweet treats.
From all of us to all of Comfort foods can make
you, thank you for your even the most blustery
winds easier to tolerate. In-
514 N. Main St. Grafton support and patronage. vite people over for a dessert
440-926-1445 party. At a dessert pot luck
Grafton party, everyone brings along
Mower Service a favorite decadent dessert,
1007 Parsons Rd. from molten lava chocolate
cake to warm bread pud-
Grafton ding. Serve alongside tea,
440-926-2880 coffee and hot chocolate.
Adults can enjoy the added
punch of spiked beverages,
which can warm everyone
up instantly.
• Host a “snowed in” par-
ty. Spending a day cooped
up inside when the roads
are covered in snow might
not be your idea of fun, but
invite a mix of friends and
neighbors who live nearby
Happy New Year over, and this impromptu
from party can make the cabin fe-
Sheri O’Conner, Realtor ver disappear. Ask guests to
10247 Dewhurst Rd., Suite 101 bring one food item or bev-
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place and set out some cozy
C: 440.213.8624 throw blankets. If possible,
invite everyone outdoors to Do you appreciate your free local newspaper?
build a snowman.
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Furniture Repair
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Answers on pg 15
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
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HOME IMPROVEMENT ROOFING TREE SERVICE
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