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Volume 62, No. 28 Columbia Station, Ohio January 16, 2017

Bridal Guide Keystone Youth Cheerleaders
Pgs 9-11 place 1st and 3rd in Competition

LaGrange Firefighters
Country Music Show

debut album for Warner
Brothers, which to date
has sold 3 million copies.
David wrote or co-wrote
all but one song on the al-
bum and has received the
BMI Millionaire Award
for “Thinkin’ Problem,”
“When the Thought of You
Catches Up With Me” and
“Look What Followed Me KYF Junior Varsity Cheerleading Squad
Home.” He was soon tour-
ing with some of the big- KYF Varsity Cheerleading Squad
gest acts in Country Mu- On November 5, the Keystone Youth Football cheer squads placed in the second annu-
sic: Alan Jackson, Brooks al youth cheer competition held by KYF cheerleaders. Keystone Junior Varsity placed 3rd
& Dunn, Dwight Yoakum in the J.V. division; Keystone Varsity placed 1st in the varsity division. This is Keystone
and Toby Keith. Varsity’s 3rd competition winning ?rst overall. Both Keystone squads worked very hard
In 2004, David won a in preparing for the competition and their coaches could not be any prouder of each and
David Ball Grammy for the song “Old every cheerleader. Other Competing squads included: Black River, Brookside, Buckeye,
Folks At Home (Swanee Firelands, Oberlin and Wellington. Members of the KYF varsity squad include: Oliv-
David Ball, a Grammy na, growing up in a family River)” on the record ia Todd (Captain), Samantha Longacre, Hayley Gregory, Paige Moore, Brystal Bach-
award winner, songwriter, where everyone played an Songs of Stephen Foster. man, Madilynn Vrabel, Amanda Handley, Laslie Willi ( Captain), Harley Slater, Skyler
vocalist and musician will instrument. Starting out on That same year, David re- Zimmerman, Victoria Solt, Cora Maines, Lindsey Wade, Emma Bachman, Lilly Horner,
be on stage at the 24th an- guitar, he eventually grav- leased Freewheeler, fea- Emma Lewis and Emily Sigsworth. Members of the KYF J.V. include: Lealyn Yeager,
nual LaGrange Township itated to bass ?ddle. David turing the hit single and Bailie Yost, Addison Bachman, Brooke Senghas, McKenna Folmer, Alainna Handley,
Fire?ghters Association joined childhood friends video “Too Much Blood In Emillie Vrabel, McKenzie Lilly, Emma Spurling, Hayden Graham, Ava Stivason, Amajyn
Country Music Show this Walter Hyatt and Champ My Alcohol Level.” Cannon, Allie Klemm, Aubrey Monhart, Brianna Updergrove and Layla Zimmerman.
year at the Keystone High Hood in Uncle Walt’s
School. David will be per- Band and subsequently Come out and support
forming two shows on relocated to Austin, Texas. your local ?re?ghters
March 25. The ?rst show In the mid 1980s, a pub- while enjoying the music
is at 6 p.m. and the second lishing deal brought David of David Ball!
show is at 8:30 p.m. to Nashville.
For tickets or more in-
David Ball was born in In 1993, David record- formation, call (440) 355-
Spartanburg, South Caroli- ed his now multi platinum 4481.

Berea Animal Rescue all-you-can-eat
Soup-R-Bowl Dinner

Berea Animal Rescue Friends (ARF) will host its annual all-you-can-eat Soup-R-Bowl
Dinner on Saturday, January 28, in the Berea-Midpark High School cafeteria from 4-7
p.m. Tickets are sold at the door; cost is $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and chil-
dren under 5 are free. This popular fund-raising event offers a bountiful all-you-can-eat
dinner, including a selection of delicious homemade soups, chili, macaroni-and-cheese,
wrap sandwiches, bread, salad, beverages and a huge dessert bar. Vegetarian options are
also available.

In addition, the Soup-R-Bowl has become known for its huge raf?e basket table of over
40 themed gift baskets, along with a 50/50 raf?e and sideboard betting. The group’s pop-
ular T-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies will be available for sale, along with other unique
animal-related merchandise.

Adoptable cats and dogs from the shelter will be on hand to greet guests. Guests are
encouraged to bring a small donation item, such as canned cat or kitten food, cat treats,
laundry or dishwasher detergent, paper towels and large garbage bags.

All proceeds bene?t the homeless animals of the Berea Animal Rescue.

Community Directory

Carlisle 4 Grafton Twp. 16 Churches 6
Columbia 2 LaGrange 5 Profile page 7
Eaton 12 N. Ridgeville 12 Bridal pgs 9-11
Grafton 14 Wellington 8

Page 2, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 16, 2017 Class of 2017 3rd annual Culinary Competition
After Prom fund-raiser
WEEKLY CALENDAR Sodexo food service is once again sponsoring the Future Chef
Wednesday, January 18: Come to Bootleggers on Tuesday, February 21, Thursday, competition at Copopa Elementary. All students in grades 2-4 are
Columbia Board of Education will hold its board meeting at March 30, and Wednesday, April 12, from 5 p.m. to closing invited to compete. This years theme is Healthy Comfort Food!
the Administration Center tonight at 6:30 p.m. The community for a fund-raiser planned by the After Prom Committee. The guidelines, along with the entry form, is available in the caf-
is welcome to attend. Bring your family and friends to eat or carry-out your meal. eteria. Two lucky winners from each grade (2-4) will be chosen
A portion of the proceeds will bene?t the Columbia Class of as ?nalists to compete in the contest on Tuesday, March 21. As
CHS Students of the Month 2017 After Prom. an added bonus, the winner of this event will be entered into
a national competition for some great prizes! The competitions
Rachel Tacchite Cody Schwartz CHS Weekly Calendar in previous years have been so much fun. Start cooking in the
kitchen, and come up with a winning recipe! Entry forms are due
Seniors Rachel Tacchite and Cody Schwartz have been cho- Monday, January 16: in the cafeteria by Friday, January 27.
sen as Columbia High School’s “Students of the Month” for De- No School, MLK day.
cember. Nominees are chosen based on the following criteria: Tuesday, January 17: Dawn Dewerth
Maturity, Citizenship, Behavior and Effort. 6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball v. Elyria Catholic. Columbia Local School District held their Organizational
Wednesday, January 18: Meeting and Budget Hearing on January 11 at the District Of?ces.
Rachel Tacchite is the daughter of Donna and Tim and the 6/7:30 p.m. Girls Basketball at Brooklyn. Wayne Brassel was elected the Education President and Blanche
sister of Justin, Nicole and Becca. Rachel is very involved at Co- Thursday, January 19: Nemeth was elected Vice President for 2017. The Oath of Of?ce
lumbia High School, not only in academics but in extracurricular End of Second Grading Period. was Administered by the Treasurer. The schedule of the dates and
activities and the community. She has been and is a member of Mrs. Anderle from College Now in Guidance Of?ce times of 5:30 p.m. for Work Sessions and 6:30 p.m. for Regular
Leaders Club, Student Advisory Committee, Students Against 6 p.m. Wrestling DD at Columbia - Parents Night. Board Meetings were set. Dates are: January 18, February 15,
Destructive Decisions and Student Council. Rachel is the current Friday, January 20: March 15, April 12, May 17, June 21, August 16, September 20,
president of the Columbia chapter of the National Honors Soci- Staff Inservice/No School October 18, November 15 and December 13.
ety. She also plays basketball and volleyball and has lettered for 6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball at Brooklyn. The following resolutions shall be in full force until January 18,
3 years in each sport. She has received numerous awards includ- Marching Band at Monsters Game. 2018. The Columbia Board of Education resolved to continue to
ing Honorable Mention Lorain County for Basketball and Lorain Saturday, January 21: employ, as needed, (a) Squire Patton Boggs for normal matters, as
County First Team, Defensive Player of the Year, the Coach’s SAT testing, not on site per standard employment resolutions; (b) Pepple & Waggoner, Ltd
Award, Academic Award and Raider Award for Volleyball. Ra- 1/2:30 p.m. Girls Basketball v. Northwestern. for normal legal matters, as per standard employment resolutions;
chel also earned Best in Show at the Lorain County Art Show in Monday, January 23: and (c) Smith Peters Kalail Co., LPA for normal legal matters, as
the fall. Rachel stays involved in the community, attending nu- Staff Inservice/No School. per standard employment resolutions. The Board will choose its
merous sporting events and clocking over twenty hours of com- Vice President as Treasurer pro tempore in case of the Treasurer’s
munity service each year. Rachel enjoys art, being active and Kindergar ten absence from a Board meeting. The Board authorizes the Trea-
hanging out with twin sister Becca and friends in her spare time. Registration/Information Night surer to invest inactive funds in accordance with the guidelines of
In the fall, Rachel plans to attend Cleveland State University to the Auditor of the State of Ohio. The Board authorizes the Trea-
pursue a nursing degree. If you have a child that will be ?ve years old on or before surer to request tax advances from the Lorain County Auditor. The
August 1, 2017, he or she may attend Kindergarten next fall. Board appointed the Local Superintendant to act as purchasing
Cody Schwartz is the son of Jay and Kim Schwartz and the Copopa Elementary School is in the process of planning now agent for the District. The Board authorizes the Local Superin-
brother of Cole Schwartz. Cody is an honor roll student and is for the 2017-2018 school year. This year we will again have a tendent to allow a substitute, certi?cated or classi?ed, who meets
the president of his entrepreneurship class’ Junior Achievement registration and information night for parents only on Wednes- all Local, State and ESC requirements, to begin work pending ap-
company. Cody has been a member of the Raider football and day, February 22, from 6:30- 7:30 p.m. This will be a time to proval at the next regular Board meeting. The Board authorized
baseball teams throughout his high school career. This past foot- meet Mr. Bunner, the school Psychologist and the counselor, the Local Superintendent, during periods when this Board is not in
ball season he was elected captain and served as starting quarter- nurse and kindergarten teachers. There will be several informa- session, to make offers of employment directly to candidates for
back; on the baseball team, Cody plays Center Field. In his free tion tables for PTA and Columbia’s public library. Parents need either teaching or non-teaching positions on behalf of this Board,
time, he enjoys hunting and playing golf. Waynesburg University to turn in their completed registration packets and any copies of provided the candidate meets all Local, State and ESC require-
is Cody’s top pick for college in the fall, where he plans to study documents needed that evening. You will receive your child’s ments for employment and acknowledge acceptance of such offers
marketing. He would also enjoy competing in football and/or kindergarten screening appointments at this time also. on behalf of this Board, subject to subsequent vote of rati?cation
baseball at the collegiate level. by this Board; provided, however, that upon rati?cation by this
Registration packets will be available at the Copopa of?ce Board, the employment shall be deemed effective as of the date
for pick-up beginning January 24, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Additional and time of the employee’s acceptance of the Superintendent’s of-
information will be available in the packet. fer. The Local Superintendent may accept resignations which have
been submitted by employees during times when this Board is not
If you have friends or neighbors who may not have received in session, subject to rati?cation by this Board; provided, howev-
or read this notice, please have them call the school of?ce at er, that upon rati?cation by this Board, such resignations shall be
(440) 236-5020. deemed effective as of the date and time of the Superintendent’s
acceptance. President appointments: Blanche Nemeth as Legisla-
Columbia Lunch Menu K-8 tive Liaison Board Member, Megan Champagne as Endowment
Trustee, Wayne Brassell and Stephen Coleman as Buildings and
Week of Jan. 23-27: Grounds, Shawn Ondrejko and Megan Champagne as Finance and
Monday: No School for students. Audit, Stephan Coleman and Shawn Ondrejko as Transportation,
Tuesday: Breakfast - Bacon and egg pizza; Lunch - Choice Blanche Nemeth and Wayne Brassell as Personnel, Stephen Cole-
of walking taco, buffalo chicken wrap or raider salad w/WG roll, man and Blanche Nemeth as Extracurricular, Wayne Brassell and
with refried beans and peaches. Megan Champagne as Policy, Wayne Brassell and Shawn Odre-
Wednesday: Breakfast - Pancake wrap; Lunch - Choice of jko as Communications/Community Action and Blanche Nemeth
xorn dog, buffalo chicken wrap or raider salad w/WG roll, with to serve as representative with the Historical Society on a School
french fries and pineapple. History Committee.
Thursday: Breakfast - Pancakes; Lunch - Choice of parmesan There was a motion to approve the FY2018 Tax Budget. Please
chicken, buffalo chicken wrap or raider salad w/WG roll, with contact the School District Of?ce with any questions. The next
broccoli and applesauce. Regular Board Meeting will be held on January 18.
Friday: Breakfast - Dutch waf?e; Lunch - Choice of pizza,
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Page 4, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 16, 2017 azine, on Thursday, Jan. 26, from 6-7 p.m. Adults, if you love Cascade Park closes for renovations
COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 to read, cook and share recipes, this is the group for you. Bring a
dish from the monthly selected author’s cookbook and talk about Lorain County Metro Parks, in cooperation with the City of
Columbia Library events your experience in the kitchen. Copies of the book are available Elyria, is proud to announce the commencement of several major
at the library. Pre-registration is required. construction improvements at Cascade Park. Contractors have
Walking Club - Come to the library on Saturday mornings to begun the demolition and removal of buildings and other struc-
meet up with other walkers. Together, you’ll go for a hike through Coloring For Grown Ups - Celebrate the adult coloring craze tures throughout the Park.
the walking trail in Columbia Township Park. “The Booking It on Friday, Jan. 27, from 1-2:30 p.m. Experience the calming,
For Fitness” walking club meets at the library every Saturday at stress relieving bene?ts of coloring beautiful designs and pat- During these construction phases, all access to the central
11 a.m., rain, shine or snow. Coffee, hot chocolate and tea will terns made speci?cally for adults. Coloring sheets, colored pen- portion of the Park via the Hillsdale Court entrance, including
also be available if desired - perfect for chilly winter days. Come cils and markers will be provided. Coffee, tea and light dessert the Nature Center and sledding hill, will be closed until further
early to check out the library displays on all things health and will be served. Pre-registration is required. notice. This is necessary for the health and safety of the general
?tness, or have a staff member help you load your device with public and the construction personnel. The completely new fa-
digital audiobooks or music from the library website to make Word For Beginners - Participants will learn about the basics cilities and services at Nineteen Acres will be available in the
your workouts more entertaining. Pre-registration is required. of typing and saving documents using the 2007 edition of Micro- spring of 2017 and limited operations will be available at Ely-
soft Word. Learn ways to format and print documents and copy wood Park as well.
Hot Chocolate and a Movie - Enjoy hot chocolate and a fam- and paste techniques on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30
ily friendly movie on Monday, Jan. 16, at 2 p.m. Pre-registration p.m. Participants need to be comfortable using a mouse to attend. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience
is required. Pre-registration is required. throughout 2017 and early 2018 as we begin this investment to
deliver an accessible, inclusive and sustainable Cascade Park -
Teen Writing Workshop - Teens, improve your writing skills New Year, New You - Do you want to become more physical- a park for all Lorain County residents to enjoy for generations
and have fun doing it at our teen writing workshop on Tuesday, ly ?t? Attend the free ?tness classes including Yoga and Zum- to come. Should you have any questions, please contact Lorain
Jan. 17, from 6-7 p.m. Whether you enjoy writing short stories, ba at the Lorain Public Library System’s libraries. How about County Metro Parks at (440) 458-5121.
poems or maybe just need some general writing help, this series learning new technology? Learn how to use the new tablet you
is for you. Library staff will determine if there is an interest in received over the holidays, or learn more about computers, so- Historical Society Valentine Tea
a regularly meeting writing group for teens. Pre-registration is cial media and Microsoft Of?ce. Get tech help at free computer
required. classes. Find the schedule of ?tness and computer classes in the The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to
online calendar at LorainPublicLibrary.org/Events. announce that tickets are available for their 18th annual Valen-
Winnie The Pooh Birthday Party - Help us celebrate Winnie tine Tea. There are four tea sittings on two different days; Feb-
the Pooh author A.A. Milne’s 135th birthday with a Winnie the Registration for programs and more information is available ruary 11 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and February 12 at 12:30 p.m.
Pooh and friends themed birthday party on Wednesday, Jan. 18, online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the Columbia and 3:30 p.m. The event is at The Hickories Museum, located at
from 6-6:45 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Library at (440) 236-8751. The Columbia Library is located at 509 Washington Avenue, in Elyria. Doors will open 30 minutes
13824 W. River Road North. before seating.
Book Page Crafts - Adults can visit on Thursday, Jan. 19,
from 6-7:30 p.m. for an evening of crafting fun. Library staff Red seeks loving home The program this year will be “Rally with Rosie!” with their
will be recycling old books and making a beautiful new creation. own ‘Rosie,’ LCHS Education Coordinator Janet Bird. Follow-
Pre-registration is required Red some guy so he is available for ing the program, enjoy high tea with their refreshing special tea
Red is such a nice cat! He adoption. Red is very friendly blend, sandwiches, scones and an assortment of sweet delicacies.
LEGO®Club - Bring your imagination to the LEGO® Club is 12-years-old and was found and likes to be held. Do you
on Friday, Jan. 20, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Build with our collection in a construction dumpster on have room in your heart and As parking around The Hickories Museum is limited, LCHS
and have your creation put on display at the library. Pre-registra- West Ridge Road in Elyria. home for Red? If you would will be offering a shuttle service from the Washington Avenue
tion is required. He is front declawed, so must like to give Red a loving, Christian Church at 301 Washington Avenue. Private cars will
have been a pet at one time. forever home, please call the be waiting to shuttle guests to the tea. Following the tea, shuttles
Little Artists - Pablo Picasso - Little artists will learn about No one has claimed this hand- Friendship Animal Protective will return guests back to their car. This service will start 40 min-
the art of Pablo Picasso and then create a Picasso-inspired piece League at (440) 322-4321 utes prior to the time of each tea.
of art. Bring your children, ages 5-9, on Saturday, Jan. 21, from (www.FriendshipAPL.org).
11 a.m. to noon. Pre-registration is required. Advance reservations and payment is required as seating is
The shelter is located at limited. Tickets are $25 per person or $22 for LCHS members.
Adult Book Discussion - Come discuss “Our Souls At 8303 Murray Ridge Road, in Please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to make your reserva-
Night,” by Kent Haruf on Monday, Jan. 23, at 1 p.m. Copies of Elyria. Their hours are from tion. Gift certi?cates are also available.
the book are available at the library. New members are welcome. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Mon-
Pre-registration is required. day, Friday & Saturday; from MLK Day Open Skate
11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. on Tues-
Teen Book Discussion - Come discuss “Salt to the Sea,” day & Thursday; and from The City of Elyria’s North Park Ice Arena will be open for
by Ruta Sepetys on Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 6-7 p.m. Teens in 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Open Skating on Monday, January 16, for a MLK Day Skate.
6th-12th grade are welcome to sit in and speak out at the library Adoption fees are $20 for 1 The skate is from 1-3:30 p.m. and is $5 for adults and $4 for
monthly book discussion. Copies of the book are available at the year and older and $50 for youth. Skate rental is an additonal $3 per person.
library. Pre-registration is required. less than 1 year old. All cats
have been spayed or neu- For more information, please contact Carrie Reardon at (440)
Glass Bead Candleholder - Teens and adults can visit on tered, vaccinated, dewormed 326-1501.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 6-7 p.m. to make a beautiful and easy and have tested negative for
beaded candleholder. All supplies will be provided. Pre-registra- FeLV. Friendship APL is a Offices will be closed
tion is required. private, non-pro?t humane Monday, January 16,
society. They depend on the
Cookbook Discussion - Come discuss and bring a recipe generosity and ?nancial sup- in honor of
from “The Best And Lightest: 150 Healthy Recipes For Break- port of the public to serve the
fast, Lunch And Dinner,” by The Editors Of Food Network Mag- people and animals of Lorain Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
County.

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•View student demonstrations of industry-speci?c equipment RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 16, 2017 Page 5

Keystone Kindness Closet used daily in training labs. ence projects, such as the but not others. Where are these
•Discover opportunities to develop leadership skills through Christmas Bird Count, Project species from year to year and
Keystone High School’s Youth 4 Youth organization is cur- FeederWatch and eBird, to get what can we learn from these
rently taking donations for the Keystone Kindness Closet, which involvement in career-technical youth organizations. the “big picture” about what is patterns?
is being housed at KHS. They are looking for gently used cloth- •Learn about how the JVS Summer Internship Program can happening to bird populations.
ing for all ages. New toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, The longer the data is collect- •How will the timing of
lotion, etc.) and school supplies (pencils, crayons, binders, back- provide on-the-job training and school credit. ed, the more meaningful they birds’ migrations compare
packs, etc.) are also needed. Donations can be dropped off to the •Investigate continuing education options after graduation, become in helping scientists with past years?
high school of?ce or Room 119. If you know of any students or investigate far-reaching ques-
families that need these items within our district, please contact including college, technical school and apprenticeship training. tions, like these: •How are bird diseases,
Sarah Robinson or Kari Dove-Deal at KHS at (440) 355-2424. In addition, the JVS Adult Career Center staff will be on hand such as West Nile virus, af-
Students/families will remain anonymous and we can work out a •How will the weather and fecting birds in different re-
way to have these items delivered. to register adult students for spring semester classes and talk with climate change in?uence bird gions?
adults interested in changing careers or upgrading their skills. populations?
Welcome to the 2017 school year! We are excited to foster •What kinds of differences
continued success as we enter the second part of our school year. Lorain County JVS is located at 15181 State Routes 58 and •Some birds, such as win- in bird diversity are apparent
The grading period concludes on Friday, January 20. The High 20, in Oberlin. For more information, contact the JVS at (440) ter ?nches, appear in large in cities versus suburban, rural
School will administer semester exams on Tuesday - Thurs- 774-1051 (Elyria, Oberlin), (440) 986-6601 (Lorain), email and natural areas?
day, January 17-19. The exam schedule is posted on the High [email protected] or visit lcjvs.com. numbers during some years
School’s website and has also been distributed in paper copy to
your student. 2017 Tractor Safety NOYO winter program
Certification Course
In addition, we would like to remind parents and students of
our school cancellation policies. When there is a potential school Teens interested in tractor safety, or wanting to operate trac- The Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra (NOYO) has been hard
cancellation, administrators attempt to make a decision by 6am. tors over 20 horsepower on farms, can register for a certi?cation
The all-call system, website, Twitter and Facebook pages are course offered by Ohio State University Extension. at work after the holidays preparing a program especially chal-
updated immediately and local media outlets are noti?ed. Two- An orientation meeting for students and parents will be held lenging for a young ensemble. Titled “Elasticity” and set to take
hour delay schedules are available on each school’s website. Our on Saturday, February 4, from 9-11 a.m., in the Medina County place on January 22 in Finney Chapel, in Oberlin, the concert
#1 priority is always the safety of the students and decisions on Agricultural Society of?ce, 720 West Smith Road, in Medina. will feature the Philharmonia Orchestra, Sinfonietta Strings and
school closings are based on this priority. If you have questions Students will receive course materials, as well as an overview of Amati Strings in music by Borodin, Dvorák, Mason Bates and
concerning the school cancellation policy, contact the Board Of- the classes at this meeting. others. “Elasticity” begins at 3:30 p.m. on January 22. Tickets
?ce or the respective school of?ces. The course, coordinated by Ohio State University Extension, are available at www.noyo.org or at the door. General admission
Medina County, meets federal labor laws for employment of a door prices are $10, $7 for seniors and $5 for students. Children
Congratulations to our High School wrestling team as they minor. Youths enrolled in the course must have access to a farm 3 years old and under are free of charge. For more information,
recently held their senior night celebration. The wrestlers have tractor and a basic understanding of farm tractor operation. please visit noyo.org or call (440) 775-3059.
been working hard and this is shown in their season’s success. Youths 14-16 must complete the 6-week course, pass the writ-
Also, congratulations to their coach, Mr. Vondruska, on their ten test and pass the tractor skills and driving tests to be legally Oberlin Special Music Collections
stellar performances! employed to operate a tractor or other farm machinery. Classes
will be on Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the new Me- Jeremy Smith, Oberlin Conservatory Special Collections
We are hiring substitute teachers. The pay is $90 a day. A sub- dina County Agricultural Society of?ce, beginning February 11 Librarian and Curator of the James and Susan Neumann Jazz
stitute license is needed. We are also hiring substitute bus drivers. and ending March 18. Collection, presents a free community program on Tuesday, Jan-
Please contact the Board Of?ce at (440) 355-2424 for more in- uary 24, at 7:15 p.m., that reveals the breadth of this splendid
formation on these positions. The cost for the course is $60, which includes the class manu- collection, from 16th century European musical theory, to 18th
al. Registration and payment must be received by 5 p.m. on Jan- century American music, to 20th century jazz. Treasures of the
Franco Gallo, Superintendent, Keystone Local School Dis- uary 27 at: OSU Extension, Medina County, 120 West Washing- Conservatory’s Special Collections is an illustrated program that
trict [email protected] (440) 355-2424 ton Street, Suite 1L (Professional Building), Medina, OH 44256. includes sights and sounds of many gems of the collection, in-
cluding Milt Hinton artifacts and photographs documenting his
Keystone Hot Stove news Go to http://medina.osu.edu/sites/medina/?les/imce/4-H/ 70-year career in the golden age of jazz. The event is hosted by
TractorCert/invitation.pdf for a ?yer and registration form. the Oberlin Heritage Center and takes place at Kendal at Ober-
Keystone Hotstove’s monthly meetings will be on the 2nd lin’s Heiser Auditorium, located at 600 Kendal Drive. All are
Sunday of every month at the LaGrange police station at 7 p.m. If you have questions, contact Christie Becker at becker.216@ welcome.
Baseball/Softball sign-ups will be held on Saturday, January osu.edu or (330) 725-4911 x123. Jeremy Smith received a Bachelor of Music degree in music
28, and February 4, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the LaGrange Police
Station meeting room in back of building. The Great Backyard Bird Count

Sign-ups are for Peewee - boys 3-4 yrs. old and girls 3-5 yrs. Launched in 1998 by the could hope to document and theory from the University of South Carolina’s Honors College,
old; Girls Softball - 6 yrs. old and up; and Boys Baseball - 5 Cornell Lab of Ornithology understand the complex dis- a Master of Arts degree in theology from Regent University and
yrs. old and up. and National Audubon Soci- tribution and movements of so a Ph.D. in musicology from Duke University. For more informa-
ety, the Great Backyard Bird many species in such a short tion about this program or other events and tours offered by the
Please bring athlete with you for uniform sizing and a copy Count was the ?rst online cit- time. Oberlin Heritage Center, visit www.oberlinheritagecenter.org or
of birth certi?cate. Non-residing Keystone School District girls izen-science project to collect call (440) 774-1700. For more about the Conservatory’s Special
players must bring open enrollment application to registration. data on wild birds and to dis- Scientists use information Collections, visit www.oberlin.edu/library/cons/ or call (440)
Non-residing Keystone school district boy players will need a play results in near real-time. from the Great Backyard Bird 775-8280.
community release form. Count, along with observa-
Now, more than 160,000 tions from other citizen-sci-
Fund-raising opt-out fee will be $45, which is due at sign- people of all ages and walks of
ups with payments of cash or check only. life worldwide join the 4-day
count each February to cre-
Free Movie Night ate an annual snapshot of the
distribution and abundance of
The Pen?eld Township Park Board is sponsoring a “Free birds.
Movie Night” on Saturday, January 21, at Pen?eld Township You are invited to partic- KAREN KRAMER D.D.S.
Hall, located at 41012 State Route 18, in Wellington. The fea-
tured movie is “The Secret Life of Pets,” on a big screen. Doors ipate! Simply tally the num-
open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Refreshments bers and kinds of birds you
will be served. All are invited to attend. see for at least 15 minutes on ANDREW DEAK D.M.D, M.D.
one or more days of the count,
Salvation Army thank you February 17-20, 2017. You 420 N. Main St, Grafton OH | 440-926-3441
can count from any location,
The Salvation Army would like to thank the following busi- anywhere in the world, for as
nesses that allowed them to use their facilities for the kettles: La- long as you wish! We accept and are preferred providers for most dental
Grange IGA, Sunoco, Village Pizza, Friendship, East of Chicago
Pizza and Michelle’s Cafe. If you’re new to the count, insurances including Delta, Met Life, Aetna, Blue Cross,
or have not participated since
They would also like to thank their helpers from the com- before the 2013 merger with Medical Mutual, United Health Care, Humana, Cigna,
munity for taking time to ring the bells: LaGrange Fire?ghters,
Lions Club, LaGrange United Methodist Church congregation eBird, you must create a free United Concordia, Guardian, Mutual of Omaha and
& youth group and Keystone students from several clubs and online account to enter your
organizations. checklists. If you already have Superior.

A special thank you to Karen Mole, Dennis and Jane Walter, an account, just use the same Please call for all you dental needs including children,
LaGrange United Methodist church congregation & Faith Circle login name and password. If
and Walt Sukey. you have already participated dentures, emergencies and denture repairs.

It would not have been such a successful season without in another Cornell Lab citi- Kindergarten Check-up Available!
any of you! zen-science project, you can
use your existing login infor- CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT AT A
JVS Open House mation too. In 2016, Great
Backyard Bird Count partici- CONSERVATIVE PRICE!
The Lorain County JVS Open House will be held on Sunday,
January 29, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. The Open House is designed to pants in more than 130 coun-
provide students and their parents an opportunity to take an in- tries counted 5,689 species of
depth look at career-technical programs in the following career birds on more than 162,000
areas: Building Trades, Business/Marketing, Community Ser- checklists!
vice/Healthcare, Culinary, Manufacturing/Pre-engineering and During the count, you can
Transportation. explore what others are see-
ing in your area or around the
Instructors from the JVS Connections Academy will also be world. Share your bird photos
available to discuss program options for 9th and 10th grade stu- by entering the photo contest,
dents in the Career Readiness and Career Explorations Programs. or enjoy images pouring in
from across the globe. New in
Visitors will have the opportunity to: 2016: you can add photos and
•Tour our campus and visit the career-technical labs and sounds to your checklist.
classrooms. Then, keep counting
•Talk with teachers, current students and alumni about our throughout the year with
technical programs and academic course offerings. eBird, which uses the same
•Explore College Credit Plus options for earning college system as the Great Backyard
credit while attending the JVS. Bird Count to collect, store
•Apply for enrollment with the assistance of JVS staff mem- and display data any time, all
bers. the time.
Why count birds?
Scientists and bird enthusi-
asts can learn a lot by knowing
where the birds are. Bird pop-
ulations are dynamic; they are
constantly in ?ux. No single
scientist or team of scientists

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Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter and $5 for children 5-12. Beverage and dessert are included.
Founders 1955 Call the church of?ce at (440) 236-8822 for tickets. Proceeds 330-483-3300
go to support maintenance projects of the church. Carry out
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meets on the third Thursday of each month at Fields United Cost is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors and $3 for children 12
Methodist Church. located at 34077 Lorain Road, in North and under. They will also have a Silent Auction and Raf?e to Funeral Home is Accessible to the Physically Disabled
Ridgeville. Cost is $3 per person. The next gathering will be enjoy. Tickets will be sold at the door and carry-outs will be
Thursday, January 19, from 7-9 p.m. available. The church is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Helping You Plan a Personal Remembrance
Columbia Station. Come early, as they usually sell out quick!
Love Over Latte is open to all women of faith for music DAVID BOGNER
and worship led by Darlene Hepler, formerly of Alabaster Jar Youth Group Programs
Ministries, from 7-8 pm. From 8-9 p.m. they gather for cof- FAMILY FUNERAL HOME
fee/dessert and conversation discussing questions presented Grafton United Methodist Church invites all children
by the speaker and sharing in small groups. One door prize is ages 3-12 years old to their Wednesday Youth Program. The 36625 Center Ridge Road | N. Ridgeville | 327-2955
awarded at each event. If you need more information, please Bible based program is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and includes din- www.davidbognerfamilyfuneralhome.com
call the church of?ce at (440) 327-8753 or ?nd Fields United ner, games, Bible lessons and more. If interested or for more
Methodist Church on Facebook for online ticket information. information, please call Diane at the of?ce between 9 a.m.
and 3 p.m. weekdays at (440) 926-2034.
Celebrate Recovery
The Youth Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church has
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ centered recovery program started back up again. They started with a monthly bible study
based on the biblical principles in Beatitudes. It is a world- and will be discussing the Mass. They meet at SEAS Church
wide recovery program with over 22,000 church ministries, on the second Tuesday of the month. All are invited to come.
and now over 22,001. Celebrate Recovery can help with any
range of Hurts, Habits or Hang-ups, dealing with struggles Please consider joining the youth group! It is for any stu-
with food addictions to drug and alcohol abuse and every- dent 7th grade through high school. There are a lot of fun
thing in between. It focuses on Jesus being the Lord and Sav- activities that they do each month. Please call the Religious
ior and giving everything to Him to help you through your Education of?ce at the church for upcoming events at (440)
dif?culties. Everyone goes through struggles in their life and 236-3711.
Celebrate Recovery is the link through Jesus Christ to help
with those struggles. Divorce Care Seminar

Church of the Open Door No matter what the circumstances, separation and divorce
Church of the Open Door, on Route 113 at West Ridge are painful for most people. Fields United Methodist Church
Road, west of Elyria, invites the community to “Celebrate will be offering a program for people going through this dif?-
Recovery.” Celebrate Recovery meets every week at the cult process. Divorce Care is a 12-week video seminar series
same day and time. The program will start this Thursday at 7 featuring some of the nation’s foremost Christian experts on
p.m. The meetings are open to all residents in Northern Ohio divorce and recovery topics as seen from a biblical perspec-
and feature a large group meeting followed by gender speci?c tive. The video seminars are combined with support group
small groups. discussions of the material presented during the video. The
Life Spring Community Church Seminar sessions include topics such as “Facing My Anger,”
Life Spring would like to invite the community to their “Facing My Loneliness,” “New Relationships,” “KidCare”
Celebrate Recovery program. Come join them on Monday and “Forgiveness.”
nights beginning at 6 p.m. The church is located at 1638
Lester Rd., in Valley City. Dinner and fellowship is from 6-7 Seminars will be held on Mondays from 7-8:30 p.m. from
p.m., large groups from 7-8 p.m., small groups from 8-9 p.m. now through April 3 in the Church Parlor. A donation of $15
and 9 p.m. coffee and dessert. Child care is available. For for the workbook is requested, but not required. For more in-
more information, you can go to celebraterecovery.lifescc. formation or to register, please contact the Church of?ce at
net, which is Life Spring’s website, and celebraterecovery. (440) 327-8753 or [email protected].
com, which is the of?cial Celebrate Recovery website.

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Sat. 5 p.m. Polly Tallos

Sun. 8 & 11 a.m. Christian Ed. & Youth Director

440-236-5095 Rev. Charles A. Butcher

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Page 8, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 16, 2017 “At LMRE, we believe in strength in numbers,” said Markus “The Secret Life of Pets” at the garage. Johnson reported
Bryant, general manager of LMRE. “Installing a renewable en- 6 p.m. with popcorn for all. that there were 13 burials this
Free Movie Night ergy project on your own can be expensive and dif?cult for most As Maintenance supervisor, year, which established a new
people. However, by working together as a cooperative, we can Tyrone requested permission record. Johnson submitted
The Pen?eld Township Park Board is sponsoring a “Free make it a more affordable and viable option.” to rent a ?oor burnisher for a check from Blackburn for
Movie Night” on Saturday January 21, at Pen?eld Township the Community Room ?oor. the Thompson burial. John-
Hall, located at 41012 State Route 18, in Wellington. The fea- Bryant said OurSolar re?ects LMRE’s balanced approach He was granted permission son received an email from
tured movie is “The Secret Life of Pets,” on a big screen. Doors to electricity generation. While most of the power supplied to and will check with LaGrange Michael Greenberg with an
open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 6 p.m. Refreshments LMRE will continue to be produced by coal-?red generators that Hardware, as well as an Elyria amendment to the existing
will be served. All are invited to attend. are among the cleanest of their kind in the world, OurSolar gives rental facility. Rumpke contract to avoid a
cooperative members the option to supplement that baseload January contract start date,
Wellington Township power - that is, coal-based electricity production that is highly Resident Jean Eglin asked which caused problems at
Dumpster Dates reliable and always available - with locally produced renewable what the limit for tires was at the inception of the current
energy. the Belden drop-off facility. contract. Trustee Johnson is
Residents of the unincorporated areas of Wellington Town- Trustee Gordon advised 8 tires looking into adding a calendar
ship should note that the ?rst quarterly dumpster day for 2017 The solar array should be operational in the spring, Bryant was the limit. application to the Township
will be Saturday, January 21, at 105 Maple St., in Wellington, said. The cooperative will gather electric use data for two or three website that would track hall
during the hours of 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tires will not be accept- months and will then of?cially introduce the new program at its PHS Treasurer Jackie rentals and community events.
ed. For any questions, call (440) 647-7194. annual meeting in July, when subscriptions will be accepted. Johnson reported that the PHS He will research and advise.
will be serving root beer ?oats
The remaining 2017 Dumpster Dates for the unincorporated LMRE serves approximately 16,200 members and main- at the Park Board movie night. With no additional busi-
residents are: Saturday, March 25; Saturday, May 20; and Sat- tains 1,529 miles of line in Lorain, Medina, Ashland, Huron and ness to discuss, the meeting
urday, September 30. All dumpster hours will be 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Wayne Counties. Trustee Johnson reported was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
at the Wellington Township Facility on Maple Street. There that he had purchased 4 bags
will be no tires accepted at these events. Check the updated For additional information, please contact Terry Mazzone, of patch mix and has repaired Submitted by Vicki Henes,
website for current events and to download Zoning Forms at Director of Communications, Member and Community Rela- the hole on Short Rd. The Fiscal Of?cer
www.wellingtontownship.org, or contact one of your Trustees tions at (440) 647-2133 or visit the website, www.lmre.org. repair only took 1 bag; the 3
at 647-7194. remaining bags are stored in
Penfield Township Trustees
LMRE to add solar energy
to power mix The regular January 3 Carol Tyrone was reap- WELLINGTON CONTINUED ON PAGE 19
meeting of the Pen?eld Town- pointed to the Park Board as
Lorain-Medina Rural Electric Cooperative plans will begin ship Trustees was called to secretary and Dave French SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
construction on a community solar project in late February or order at 7:30 p.m. All of?cers was appointed to the Park
early March that will allow its members to purchase the output were present. The meeting Board as a general member.
of the panels. was attended by 7 guests.
Park Board president Tim
The solar array, with 228 panels, will be built behind LMRE’s The minutes of the previ- Tyrone advised that the Park
of?ces on West Road in Wellington Township. ous meeting were read and ap- Board has rescheduled their
proved. The December bank movie night for January 21
The LMRE project is part of Ohio’s electric cooperatives’ reconciliation and monthly at 5:30 p.m. at the Commu-
$4 million investment into the program called OurSolar. Twen- reports were also approved. nity Room. They will screen
ty-three cooperatives from across the state are participating.
Fiscal Of?cer Denes read RENT ME!
It is estimated that each panel will produce about 400 kilo- the correspondence, which
watt hours annually. The typical LMRE residential member uses included the 2017 Depository Pequea SL 10 Lime Spreader
about 15,000 kWhs annually. agreement from Farmers Sav- KRYSTOWSKI
ings Bank. TRACTOR
Members will be able to purchase the output from up to ?ve WELLINGTON OH 44090
panels for 1-5-or 10-year increments. The cooperative will mea- Zoning Inspector Rich- (440) 647-2015
sure the energy produced by each panel each month and calculate ard Donahue distributed the Krystowskitractor.com
it into the member’s bill. A ?ve-panel subscription is estimated to December zoning report and
generate about 175-200 kilowatt hours per month, which is 15- the annual recap. The recap
20%of an average member’s monthly energy use. A subscription showed permits issued for
to a single panel is expected to cost less than $2 per month. 2016 included 1 new resi-
dence, 12 accessory buildings,
8 additions, 5 pools, 2 addi-
tions to accessory buildings,
2 fences, 1 pond reconstruc-
tion, 1 deck and 1 driveway.
Donahue submitted $15 cash
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Bridal Guide

Selecting a Comfortable Different Roles for the Father of
Wedding Gown
the Bride

Many brides-to-be visit bodies are their cups to remove the need Popular movies and televi- He also can keep an prefer a less traditional wed-
bridal shops with speci?c best assets for separate bras. Brides sions shows give the impres- eagle eye trained ding ceremony, let your father
goals in mind regarding while they want can explore various op- sion that the job of the father on anyone who may walk you down the aisle. This
the style of their wedding to downplay tions to reduce the visi- of the bride in a wedding is have overindulged will likely be a moment he’ll
gowns. Some women others. Try on bility of certain accoutre- ultimately about making sure and needs to take a remember for years to come.
come equipped with mag- gowns that play ments. the festivities are adequately break.
azine tear-outs or pull up your best funded. In the movies, fathers Expand the father of the
up ideas on their mobile features. If you · Move around in the fret about the costs of every- · Speech: Give bride’s role in the wedding by
phones. Others may have have shapely gown. Brides should not thing from ?owers to photos. your father an op- assigning him tasks where he
an entire scrapbook ?lled legs, consider a just stand in front of the portunity to shine by can put his style, experience
with various ideas they’ve dramatic gown mirror and smile when But gone are the days letting him make a and excitement to good use.
been compiling for years. with a slit to trying on gowns. Put them when the father of the bride speech. Remember,
show them off. through their paces. Try bankrolls his daughter’s en- this is a momentous day for
Much consideration is Certain gowns sitting, bending and even tire wedding. The Knot’s Dad as well, as he may be
given to wedding gowns. can enhance a little dancing. Make sure “2014 Real Wedding Survey” trying to come to terms with
The cost and silhouette of the decollete the dress is comfortable reported that, on average, the his daughter starting a new
the dress may garner the or show off to move around in. bride’s parents contribute 43 life.
bulk of that consideration, an hourglass percent of the total cost of a
but brides might want to shape. Re- · Try different options. wedding; the bride and groom · Father-daughter song:
spend more time consid- member, many The gown brides have contribute another 43 percent; Let Dad pick father-daughter
ering comfort. gowns can be modi?ed so in mind may not be the the groom’s parents spend 12 song, and go with his choice
that you feel secure and one they ultimately go percent; the remaining 2 per- even if you had something
Depending on the time con?dent. Sleeves can be home with. Explore differ- cent of the budget is paid for else in mind.
of day their weddings take added or fabric placed to ent styles and materials. by family members or friends.
place, brides can spend cover up any perceived Choose cooler, breezier That frees up Dad for other · Ceremony: Even if you
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wedding gowns, brides- a cause for alarm. Brides through work or attended
to-be may feel pressured should go by their mea- business or leisure occasions
to downplay any discom- surements. Attempting to at catering halls and other
fort they feel. squeeze into a dress that venues. Dad’s connections
is too small will only lead can pay off. Let him impart
To make sure brides to discomfort on the wed- his negotiating skills and ?nd
look ?awless and elegant ding day. the best deals with the ideal
but are still comfortable backdrop for the festivities.
in their wedding gowns, · Purchase the right un-
consider the following dergarments. Improperly · Wardrobe: Let your fa-
tips. ?tting bras, shapewear ther assist the best man and
and other undergarments other groomsmen in securing
· Know what to high- can lead to discomfort as their tuxedos or other ward-
light and what to cover up. well. Some seamstress- robe essentials. Dad also
No two body types are the es can sew in supportive can step in and return rented
same, and many women items following the wedding.
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Incorporate Flowers in Various Ways Throw a Casual

Weddings are special mo- of garlic into their bouquets. the spring, ?owers were used these sachets to keep cloth- Wedding to Remember
ments for couples and the In ancient Greece and Rome, to mask bodily odors. Not ings smelling fresh in draw-
guests they invite to share both the bride and groom only were ?owers and herbs ers or as subtle air freshen- Elegant, lavish weddings provide moments couples will re-
their happiness on their big wore garlands made out of carried, but they also would ers around the house. member for years to come. But while such storybook ceremo-
days. Beautiful weddings re- strong-smelling herbs ?ow- be sewn into clothing. nies and receptions remain popular, casual affairs are gaining
quire substantial planning, as ers around their necks or · Edible ?owers: Ask the popularity.
every last detail must be con- heads. These wreaths were Modern brides and caterer to make meals ?ow-
sidered for couples to enjoy considered gifts of nature, grooms may no longer see er-friendly by including some According to the bridal resource The Knot, more and more
the wedding of their dreams. and thus extremely appro- their wedding days as times edible blooms in the salad or couples are opting for less pageantry and more laid back pa-
priate for a wedding. Tradi- for opportunistic evil spirits. as a garnish on meals. nache when planning their weddings. For those who prefer
Flowers play a big role tionally, bridesmaids would But that doesn’t mean that something more intimate and more personalized, casual wed-
in many weddings, and cou- be responsible for fashion- couples cannot borrow from · Raining petals: In lieu of dings may be right on target.
ples can add beauty and ing these ?oral components. ancient traditions and incor- bubbles or birdseed, guests
ambiance to the event by In ancient Sweden, young porate ?owers into their wed- can shower the newlyweds There are many advantages to having a “luxe with less”
using ?oral arrangements in girls would carry small bou- dings in various ways. with rose petals after the cer- wedding, including the ability to break molds and impart more
various ways. Modern ?oral quets of fragrant herbs down emony. of the couple’s personality into the event.
arrangements are stunning, the aisle and the groom · Wreaths and garlands:
and many couples may not would put thyme in his pock- Ask the ?orist to weave small · Memorial: Some couples Another advantage is the price tag. The average U.S. wed-
know that herbs, spices and et. These aromatics were ?ower buds, berries and like to honor departed family ding, according to The Knot 2014 Real Weddings Study, costs
?owers have been used in thought to help keep trolls at vines to a headband, wreath members. Floral arrange- $31,213. In some urban areas, particularly New York City, aver-
weddings for centuries. bay. or piece of twine so that the ments with small placards age costs are three times that amount. Golden Girl Finance, a
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wedding costs Tips for Trimming the is getting married around
have gone up, Wedding Guest List a holiday or during prom
the average season when limousines
number of wed- Weddings are a time to celebrate, and many couples hope and party buses are in
ding guests has to invite as many people as possible to share their excitement. high demand. Remem-
gone down. As A 2014 study by researchers at the University of Denver found ber, unless the bride-to-be
such, certain that couples who invite at least 150 guests to the wedding plans to be seen by her
couples might may have happier marriages. The study examined 418 people groom, couples will need
look to rein in who were single at the beginning of the study and married ?ve separate transportation to
other aspects years later. It found that 47 percent of those people who had the ceremony site. Factor multiple vehicles into the wedding
of their wed- gotten married in front of at least 150 guests had “high-quality transportation budget.
ding. Transforming the festivities into a casual affair can help marriages,” while those with 50 or fewer guests fell short.
keep the overall budget low while still allowing for an exciting Explore your personality
and enjoyable event. To put casual plans into motion, consider While guests make weddings more enjoyable, and may in- Brides and grooms have many transportation options at
these ideas to help the wedding vision come to fruition. crease the propensity to enjoy a more successful marriage, their disposal. If a limousine doesn’t add the spark of creativity
couples must be practical and consider their wedding bud- they desire, they can opt for a VW bus or a retro roadster.
Venue gets when creating their guest lists. The average American Outdoor enthusiasts might want to ride off on horseback, while
Catering halls and other reception sites do a wonderful job wedding includes 120 guests, according to a 2015 Newlywed easy riders might prefer to rev up the engine on a Harley-Da-
of meeting the needs of their clientele. However, food and bev- Survey released by WeddingWire. Couples who are ?nding it vidson. Couples should never feel penned in by tradition, es-
erage costs are often the most expensive wedding expense. dif?cult to create and pare down their guest lists can employ pecially when something else makes them feel remarkable
To reduce the per-guest cost and also incorporate some va- the following tips. and the budget allows for it.
riety into their wedding days, couples can consider a venue
change. Look for public locations that allow couples to hire · Create initial lists. When jotting down potential guests’ Have your getaway car ready
their own caterer, which may be a favorite restaurant or spe- names, write down everyone you want to invite, regardless of Couples generally opt to arrive to the wedding and recep-
cialty food shop. The cost per person may decrease dramati- budget. Then list the must-have guests for the wedding. This tion in style, but take their own vehicles or cabs home after-
cally from the venue costs. should include the family and friends with whom you interact ward. This requires some advanced planning. Enlist the help
Changing the venue also enables couples to pick unique on a regular basis. Create a separate column for guests who of friends to park the return-trip car in a convenient location.
spots that may hold special meaning to them. For example, don’t make the must-have list. Check with the catering hall to see if a vehicle can be left in
couples can choose the site of their ?rst date or the location their lot overnight. Otherwise, arrange to grab a ride home with
where their proposal took place. · Separate friends from friends’ friends. If you don’t see peo- friends or family.
ple outside of events set up by mutual friends, you should not
Contrast feel obligated to invite those people to the wedding. They are Consider others’ needs
Enjoy a casual, free-spirited wedding that incorporates more likely friends of your friends and not your close friends. Have the names and phone numbers of taxi or ridesharing
some aspects of formality in an off-beat way. Think about serv- services available for those who may not be able to drive after
ing fast food, such as fried chicken or pizza, on ?ne china. · Know the guest list ceiling. Catering halls or reception the party. Elderly or disabled guests might appreciate prear-
Those wearing tuxedos and gowns can opt for casual foot- rooms often can only accommodate a certain number of peo- ranged transportation as well. Although couples can arrange
wear, such as athletic shoes. Place wild?owers in crystal vas- ple. Know this number before making a ?nal list. The limits of for transportation as a courtesy to others, they don’t need to
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Senior Center Spaghetti Dinner Doggone Fun - Get ready to have some tail waggin’ fun on Eaton Township News
Friday, Jan. 20, from 2-3 p.m. Come for doggy-themed crafts and •Please note our Compost Center is closed till Spring.
Spaghetti Dinners at the North Ridgeville Senior Center are activities. There’ll also be a visit from a friendly dog! A therapy •Please contact our of?ce at (440) 748-2236 or secretary@
back! The next Spaghetti Dinner will be held on Friday, January dog will be visiting at the end of the program. Event is intended glwb.net to request a Resident Packet with links to Resources in
27, and is sponsored by the North Ridgeville Rotary Club. Spa- for ages 2 and up. Pre-registration is required. the County/Township
ghetti is served from 5-7 p.m. and take-outs will also be available •Please visit our Facebook page for daily info. at www.face-
during this time. North Ridgeville Writers - Are you an adult who wants to book.com/EATONTOWNSHIP
meet other writers and hone your writing skills? Do you need •local Eaton Twp. Businesses (retail & at-home) should con-
Prices for the spaghetti dinner are as follows: seniors - $6, motivation to pick up a pen in the ?rst place? If so, take part in tact the secretary to be listed in our Business Listing
adults - $7 and children under 10 - $4. Dessert is $1 and pop the writing group on Saturday, Jan. 21, from 2-4 p.m. Participate •There is still some availability for hall rentals - call the of?ce
is 50¢. Dinner includes a large helping of spaghetti, homemade in read and critique sessions and build your skills through writing to reserve
sauce, jumbo meatballs, salad and garlic bread. All proceeds go practice. Pre-registration is required. •Reminder: Notary Services are complimentary for Township
directly to the North Ridgeville Of?ce for Older Adults to help residents
maintain senior services in the area. They are always in need of Rock ‘N’ Roll History - The Cleveland Connection - Join January Calendar
bakers for the dinners - if you can bake and donate any items, Dr. Joel S. Keller of North Ridgeville for a presentation that will 1/16/2017 - Of?ce closed.
please call the Senior Center at (440) 353-0828. trace Cleveland’s in?uence in the development of rock ‘n’ roll 1/17/2017 - 7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees Meeting
music from the 1950s to the present day. Important events in lo- 1/25/2017 - 7 p.m. Zoning Commission Work Session (Zon-
The North Ridgeville Senior Center is located at the corner of cal rock ‘n’ roll history will be discussed. Visit on Sunday, Jan. ing Resolution Book review)
Avon Belden Road (Rt. 83) and Bainbridge. For more informa- 22, from 3-4:15 p.m. Emphasis will be given to local musical 1/25/2017-1/27/2017 - Of?ce closed for OTA Conference (3
tion, please call the senior center at (440) 353-0828. performance venues, both past and present, Northeast Ohio mu- days).
sical groups and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Senior Center Women’s Brunch Jillie seeks loving home
Adult Afternoon Book Discussion - Attend the next book
Judy Crawford will perform Big Band, Broadway and some discussion on Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 1-2 p.m. Come discuss “A Jillie from ?eas and wounds. She
Polka music at the North Ridgeville Senior Center Women’s Fall of Marigolds,” by Susan Meissner. Enjoy a fun and interest- Jillie is a 6-year-old female was completely shaved and
Brunch on January 26, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Vocal performance ing discussion of a popular title on the fourth Tuesday afternoon Poodle weighing 10 lbs. Jillie treated and her little “cone”
with Judy Crawford will begin at 11 a.m. Ms. Crawford loves to each month. Copies of the book are available at the adult infor- has had all of her recent vac- makes sure she doesn’t try to
perform a wide variety of musical genres and adds a little sparkle mation desk. New adult members are welcome. Pre-registration cines and is spayed. The year lick herself as she’s healing,
to her performances. is required. 2016 was a rough year for Jil- which by the way, she’s do-
lie! She was found in pretty ing great! She’s ready for a
The Women’s Brunch is open to senior women 55 years and LEGO® Fun Night - Do you love to build with LEGO® bad shape with skin infections new life. After a few minutes
older. Join them for conversation and friendship while learning bricks? Come play on Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 6:45-7:45 p.m. The of getting to know you, she’ll
about special interests and/or entertainment! The brunch is a hot library will provide the LEGO® bricks and you supply the ideas warm up nicely - she’s a very
entrée, fruit cup, juice and coffee - all for $3. Reservations must and creations. Event is intended for ages 5 and up. Pre-registra- affectionate, loving little girl.
be called in by 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24, to the Senior tion is required. She does well with other dogs
Center at (440) 353-0828. and doesn’t care about cats
Book Sale - Shop from a large assortment of gently used much. Children in the home
Dean’s List books, movies and puzzles for all ages. Get great deals and sup- must be 12 or older and re-
port the library!The library is having a book sale starting with the spectful of pets.
Hannah Eck of North Ridgeville has been named to the Res- preview sale on Thursday, Jan. 26, from 5-8 p.m., reserved for
idential Undergraduate Program Dean’s List at Ohio Christian members of The Friends of the North Ridgeville Branch Library, If you would like to meet
University for the Fall 2016 Semester. Inc. New members may join, or former members may renew Jillie, please call June with
their annual memberships that evening. The book sale is open Ziggy’s Friends at (440) 522-
To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a to the public on Friday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 8558.
semester GPA of 3.5 or better and be enrolled in at least 12 se- Jan. 28, from 10 a.m. -6 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 29, from 1-5 p.m.
mester hours. ...Congratulations! Sale is sponsored by The Friends of the North Ridgeville Branch SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
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Geocaching Fun - Get going with geocaching! Geocaching
More than 350 Heidelberg University students who excelled is a treasure-hunting activity where people use GPS units to ?nd
in the classroom have been named to the fall semester Dean’s hidden caches. Visit on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 3-4 p.m. to learn
List, according to Provost Dr. Beth Schwartz. Local/area stu- about geocaching and use your smartphone to ?nd treasures hid-
dents on the list include Brianna Casement of North Ridgeville den throughout the library. Please bring your GPS device. Please
and Abigail Elek, Rachael Rosh & Danielle Wolf of Elyria. register names for adults and children who will be attending.
Pre-registration is required.
Congratulations!
Registration for programs and more information is available
online at LorainPublicLibrary.org or by calling the North Rid-
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The sixth grade students
at Midview East Intermedi-
ate School participated in the
Grafton V.F.W. Post 3341 an-
nual Pearl Harbor Day Poster
Contest. The students studied
SPAGHETTI DINNER the entry of the United States
Midview Endowment Fund is sponsoring a Spaghetti Din- into World War II.
ner on Saturday, January 28, from 5-7 p.m. at the Grafton
V.F.W. Hall on Huron Street. Tickets are $10 for adults and Using primary and sec-
$6 for students under 13 and senior citizens. Tickets may be ondary sources to gather in-
purchased from any Endowment Fund Board Member or at formation, students drew their
the Midview Schools Central Of?ce. Ticket requests may also interpretation of the bombing
be made at www.midviewk12.org/MidviewEndowmentFund. of Pearl Harbor. The posters
aspx.Spaghetti Dinner. The Midview Endowment Fund pro- were then taken to the Grafton
vides grants to Midview teachers for supplemental educational V.F.W. to be posted at their
programming in the Midview Schools. monthly community dinner.
The members voted and three
LIBRARY CLOSURE winners were chosen. First
The Grafton-Midview Library will be closed for Martin Lu- place went to Molly Crowder;
ther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 16. The book drop is second place went to Kalyssa
available on the side of the building near the parking lot. Joviak; and third place went to
Mya DiFranco. Winners of the Grafton V.F.W. #3341 Pearl Harbor Day Poster Contest.
BICENTENNIAL SHIRTS
T-shirts and sweatshirts with the Grafton Bicentennial logo
on them are available for purchase at Grafton Sparkle Market The Giving Tree
and Town and Country Co-op. T-shirts are $12 and sweatshirts
are $20. All proceeds go to the Bicentennial Committee to fund
year-long activities. Midview East Intermediate
School Student Council spon-
RIGHT TRACK AWARD NOMINATIONS sored a Giving Tree again this
Time is limited to nominate a business, organization, adult Christmas. The program has
or youth for a 2016 Right Track Award. Anyone in the Greater grown to include the collab-
Grafton area is eligible. The awards celebrate citizenship and oration of local churches and
going beyond the expected. Do you know someone who is businesses. The students were
“on the right track?” Let us know. A Committee of the Greater able to provide Christmas
Grafton Partnership will be meeting soon to choose award win- presents for 48 students in the
ners.Four awards, business of the year, non-pro?t organization Midview community. The stu-
of the year, youth of the year and citizen of the year, will be dents wrapped all of the gifts
given out in a breakfast ceremony. Nominees should not be for the families.
compensated for their work. To nominate, send a name and
reason for the nomination to [email protected] or stop Additional families were
into the Grafton-Midview Library with your nomination. helped by Howard Hannah
of Elyria, Tammy Koleski,
realtor, Marco’s pizza in Graf-
ton, North Eaton Christian
Church, Mallard’s Edge resi-
dents and by the United Meth-
odist Church. Entire families’
Happy New Year! Christmas wish lists (includ- Members of East Intermediate School Student Council wrapping gifts for Midview families.
I would like to welcome everyone back from winter break. ing bikes) were ?lled. More
I hope you had a chance to enjoy the holidays, relax and spend organizations have inquired
time with family and friends. The time off gave me a chance to about helping next year.

re?ect on 2016 and get excited for all that 2017 will bring. Grafton Village History Association
Our students, teachers and staff are back in the classrooms

and working hard. We had an excellent ?rst half of the school
year at Midview and the second half is shaping up to be better
than the ?rst! In due time, 2017 came cere thank you is enough. Well
over the horizon. If the rest of done!
Have a great week! the year is as calm as January One down and only 33 God Bless Our Troops
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crossed), everything points to read this article, the next two
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OGSO registration Painting with Light - Tuesday, January 24, 6-7:30 p.m. Use
Election Issues results
Grafton Hot Stove/Midview OGSO will be having open reg- LEDs, ?ashlights and other glowing objects in combination with
istration for baseball and softball (ages 6-18) on January 28 and a long-exposure camera to create awesome works of photo- On the front page of our October 31 issue, the General
February 4, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at North Park in Grafton. Re- graphic art! Election Issues were listed. The results for the issues listed
turning players need completed registration & fees; new players were as follows:
need birth certi?cate, completed registration and fees. Fees are The Blizzard of 1978 and Other Snow Stories - Wednesday,
due at time of registration. Registrations will be available at the January 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. On January 26, 1978, the storm of Issue 9: Wellington Village Charter Amendment Sec. 2.04
registration days or can also be printed out online at www.graf- the century blew into Northeastern Ohio. Winds gusted to more & 2.06 Vacancy Filling - Yes; Issue 10: Charter Amendment,
tonhotstove.com and mailed to PO Box 52, Grafton, Ohio 44044. than 80 miles per hour. The barometric pressure crashed to re- Eliminate Transitional Provisions - Yes; Issue 11: Wellington
Uniforms will be available to try on at time of registration. Please cord lows and the entire Ohio Turnpike shut down. Revisit with Village Charter Amendment Sec. 3.02, Mayor not a part of
make every attempt to bring your athletes to be properly ?tted at photos, old newscasts and your memories of this snowstorm and Council - Yes; Issue 12: Wellington Village Charter Amend-
this time. Thank you! Looking forward to our 2017 season! others! ment Sec. 5.03, Chain of Command - Yes; Issue 13: Welling-
ton Village Charter Amendment Sec. 6.04, Village of Board
Angels Haven Horse Clinic Babypalooza - Thursday, January 26, 10-10:30 a.m. Join us Review Tax - Yes; Issue 14: Wellington Village Charter
for this short and lively program for babies (birth to 3 years) and Amendment Sec. 6.05 & 8.02, Time Req. match BOE - Yes;
Please join the rescue horses of Angels Haven Horse Rescue their caregivers. Babypalooza is a great way to introduce baby to Issue 15: Wellington Village Charter Amendment Sec. 39.02,
for a fun-?lled hands-on Horse Clinic on Sunday, February 5. the world of stories using songs, rhymes and lap bounces. Regis- (B) Public Bidding Req. match - Yes; Issue 16: Columbia
Love, pamper and gain horse and pony knowledge and end your tration is not required. Twp. #3, Local Option/Columbia Convenience Store - Yes;
day with a ride. For a $10 donation (snacks included), this edu- Issue 17: Eaton Twp. Road Repair - Against; Issue 18: Eaton
cational and fun experience is great for all ages. Funds help pay Mandala Stones - Thursday, January 26, 6-7:30 p.m. Re-cre- Twp. Local Option Question #1/Bailey’s Pizza House - Yes;
for veterinary and farrier care, hay, grain, natural supplements ate these easy, eye-catching patterns without much practice. Issue 19: Eaton Twp. Question #2/Bailey’s Pizza House - Yes;
and stall bedding. Special skills are not needed to obtain beautiful results. A steady Issue 25: Herrick Library (Wellington), Ren’s w/Inc./Current
hand is all that’s needed on the 1-1/2 inch stones. Our thanks to Exp. - For; Issue 26: Lorain County JVS/Ren’l/Current Exp.
Angels Haven is located at Evergreen Farm, 13297 Durkee Bulk & Bushel for the stone donation. - For; Issue 28: N. Ridgeville CSD/Add’l/Education Tech-
Rd., in Grafton. For more information, call (440) 781-5060. nology - Against; Issue 29: Olmsted Falls CSD/Bond Tax
Monthly Book Club - Tuesday, January 24, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Levy/Construction Perm Improv. - Against; Issue 30: Polaris
Angels Haven Horse Rescue is a 501(c)3 not-for-pro?t volun- Wednesday, January 25, 10-11 a.m. Join us for our monthly Career Center Add’l/General Perm. Impro. - Against; Issue
teer based organization. www.angelshavenhorserescue.org book discussion. January’s read is A Week in Winter by Maeve 31: Strongsville CSD Ren’l/Current Exp. - Undetermined
Binchy. February’s read is A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty 50/50 w/100% Precinct Reporting; Issue 32: Lorain County
Town & Country Co-op and Western Smith. Beginning in March the format changes to a genre-based Add’l Sales Tax/General Fund Transit - NO; Issue 33: Lo-
Reserve Farmers Cooperative monthly discussion with a mystery. Throughout the rest of the rain County Add’l/Crime/Drug/Corner - Against; Issue 34:
approve merger year we will explore non-?ction, biographies, young adult litera- Lorain County Ren’l/Tuberculosis Clinic - Against; Issue
ture, and other catagories. 35: Lorain County Add’l/Alcohol Drug Addiction Services
The proposed merger of Town and Country Co-op, Inc. and Board - Against; Issue 36: Lorain County Rep’l w/dec/Gen-
Western Reserve Farm Cooperative, Inc. of Middle?eld, Ohio Drone School at Grafton Health & Fitness - Saturday, Janu- eral Health District - For.
was approved by the membership of both cooperatives in De- ary 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn to operate mini-drones and test your
cember 2016. The merger effective date will be March 1, 2017, ?ying skills through obstacle courses and races during a special The above information was taken from the Lorain County
with Jean Bratton as the CEO. The new board will consist of event at Grafton Health & Fitness. All levels of experience are Board of Elections website. Full General Election results are
9 members from Town & Country Co-op and 6 from Western welcome to attend. available online at www.loraincountyelections.com.
Reserve.
Coding Club - Monday, January 30, 3:30-5 p.m. Explore the
“Our ?rst priority remains to serve our customers effectively world of code and increase your problem-solving skills, express
and ef?ciently now and after March 1,” said board member Earl your creativity, work as a team and have fun! We will meet after
Stitzlein. “The new cooperative will continue to focus on provid- school in the Teen Zone and learn together how to make simple
ing a high level of quality and service.” webpages, create animation and more. No experience necessary
to participate. Already know how to code? We need mentors! For
Jean Bratton said “The 84-85% yes vote from our members ages 10-17.
was a strong endorsement that they have faith in us to do what is
right for the co-op and for their operations. They have given us Storytime AM - Mondays, January 30 - March 20, 10-10:30
the opportunity to make this work and to show them that we will a.m. and Storytime PM - Tuesdays, January 31-March 21, 6-6:30
take care of them while we take advantage of the bene?ts from p.m. Storytime is designed for children 3-6 years old and their
the merger.” caregivers. Each program will explore great books, fun concepts
and engage in creative, educational activities. Registration is not
This merger will enable us to provide and expand on the prod- required.
ucts and services our customers want and need as well as stay
competitive as our industry changes.” Beekeepers Class

Western Reserve serves members in northeast Ohio from The Lorain County Bee- keeping and classes can be
Kent to Ashtabula, as well as parts of Pennsylvania, and has 635 keepers Association Begin- found at www.loraincounty-
members; Town & Country has 1591 members and covers north ning Beekeepers Class will beekeepers.org.
central Ohio from Elyria to Loudonville. be held on March 3, 4, 10,
17 & 24, from 7-9 p.m., at
Updates can be found on both co-ops websites, tc-coop.com First Church United Church
and wrfc.com of Christ in Oberlin. Cost is
$50 and includes a 1-year
For more information about Town & Country or Western Re- membership to LCBA with a
serve, call (419) 281-2153. monthly newsletter by email.
Books will be available for
Grafton-Midview Library events an additional $23 during the
class.
To register for programs, call or visit the library at 983 Main
Street or 440-926-3317. Library hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 This class will provide
a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, needed information on what it
1-5 p.m. You can also register by visiting the website, www.gm- takes to be a beekeeper, what
plibrary.org. Most library programs require registration. equipment and supplies are
needed, bee health and advice
MLK Day Closing - Library is closed for Martin Luther King from experienced beekeepers
Jr. Day, Jan. 16. in the community.

Winter Reading Challenge - Tuesday, January 17 - Friday, If you have thought about
March 17. Beat the winter blues while challenging yourself to becoming a beekeeper, this is
read! Starting January 17, kids up to age 12 can pick up a Bin- your opportunity to come and
go board from the Children’s Department. Complete one Bingo join the fun and start a new
row and receive a prize! Complete the whole Bingo board and hobby!
receive another prize!
Class 1: Beekeeping
Adult Social Hour - Card Games - Tuesday, January 17, 11 Equipment, March 3 at 7 p.m.;
a.m.-12 p.m. Play a few card games, share your favorite or try a Class 2: Managing your Bee
new one. Bring a white elephant gift for winners. Hive, March 4 at 6 p.m.; Class
3: Pests & Diseases, March
Inspirational Book Club - Tuesday, January 17, 1:30- 2:30 10 at 7 p.m.; Class 4: Swarms
p.m. You need not have read the book to attend. January’s book & Prevention, March 17 at 7
is “All things New,” by Lynn Austin. Check at the Customer Ser- p.m.; Class 5: Class Summary,
vice Desk for more information. Facilitator - Peggy Wyar. March 24 at 7 p.m.

Writers Bunch - Tuesday, January 17, 5:30-7:45 p.m. An in- Membership also includes
triguing homework assignment is given each meeting to review a “Hands-on Field Day” on
the following month. Critiquing and snacks are shared at each in- Saturday, June 3, at 10 a.m.
formal gathering. Come enjoy a unique fellowship of like minds. (rain or shine) at Queens
Who knows where it will lead? Registration not required. Rights Colonies, located at
43655 SR 162, in Spencer,
Family Game Night - For all ages. Thursday, January 19, and a Bonus Class: “Fall
5-7:30 p.m. Gather with friends and families for a night of board Wrap Class” on September 8,
game fun. Learn how to play new games or revisit favorite clas- from 7-9 p.m., at First Church
sics. Choose games from the Library’s collection or bring in your UCC, 106 North Main St., in
own to share. Enjoy pizza, snacks and cocoa. Oberlin. Topics include: Re-
viewing your year, Over-win-
BYOW - Homemade Spa - Friday, January 20, 7-9 p.m. Join tering your bees and Spring
us for a squeaky clean evening of fun and create your own bath Management of your bees.
salts and bombs. When registering, you will receive a short list of
common kitchen supplies to bring to class. Registration requires To register, send payment
a $10 deposit per person at time of sign-up. Please stop by the (cash/check) with name, ad-
Customer Service Desk to register. Must be 21 years of age to dress, phone number and
participate. email, payable to: LCBA.
$50 includes all family mem-
Messy Painting for Babies - Saturday, January 21, 10:30- bers living at the same ad-
11:30 a.m. Come get messy and creative with your little one dress. Mail to: Lorain County
without dealing with any cleanup! We’ll play with a variety of Beekeepers Association, c/o
fun paints safe for your baby as they explore their different sens- Audrey Gargas, 2410 Brook
es. For kids 2 and under. Please bring them a change of clothes Haven Lane, Hinckley, OH
as we will be getting very, very colorful! 44233. You can contact Au-
drey at [email protected]
Coffee & Color - Tuesday, January 24, 10-11:30 a.m. Grab a and leave a message.
few colored pencils, relax and do some coloring with us. No need
More information on bee-

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1/27 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with part-time. References avail- 8547. this publication. In order to avoid misun-
pop and snacks for participants. able. Monday through Friday, Child and Adolescent Ser- derstandings, some advertisers do not
Grafton. Call 440-242-7754. vices Director: The Lorain offer employment but rather supply the
• If you have questions on these programs, please contact County Board of Mental Health readers with manuals, directories and
the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341. CLEANING seeks a full-time Child and other materials designed to help their cli-
Custom cleaning. Everyone’s Adolescent Services Director. ents establish mail order selling and other
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occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen cialize in catering to what your expected to: coordinate pro- stance should you send any money in
Manager for additional information. needs are. Call Marcie today gram development, funding advance or give the client your checking,
for your free assessment ap- and evaluation of the mental license ID, or credit card numbers. Also
pointment at 440-213-7527. health system serving children beware of ads that claim to guarantee
Over 13 years experience. and adolescents in Lorain loans regardless of credit and note that
County; provide leadership if a credit repair company does business
EDUCATION in ensuring development and only over the phone it is illegal to request
Graphic Designers and Pho- maintenance of a high quality any money before delivering its service.
tographers will love learning integrated system of mental All funds are based in US dollars. Toll free
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Herrick Memorial Library alternate; Zoning Board of Appeals Members - Jean Eglin, Jack- RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 16, 2017 Page 19
ie Johnson and Dave Lenzer.
Adult Writing Group - Note Meeting Change: The Herrick Adults 55+ Wellness Checks
Memorial Library Writer’s Group has changed their meeting day, Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Con-
due to holiday closings. They will meet on Tuesday, January 17, rad, that the following employees be re-hired for 2017: Richard Lorain County General Health District’s Health Commis-
from 6-7:30 p.m. instead of Monday. Registration is encouraged. Donahue, Bill Albrecht, Bob Storms, Tim Tyrone and Linda Van- sioner, David Covell, RS, MPH invites all Lorain County res-
To register, call the Herrick Memorial Library at (440) 647-2120. Meter. Job Descriptions will be updated and will be on ?le. idents ages 55 and up to monthly wellness checks beginning
Future meetings through April to be announced. in January 2017. During monthly wellness checks, adults will
Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, learn how to make their health a priority in 2017 and discover
Blind Date with a Book - through February 28. January and that the Township Trustees’ meetings will be held at 7:30 p.m. ways to connect with a health care professional.
February are two of our coldest months and the library has a solu- on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at the Township Hall,
tion to the cold. We’re inviting adults, ages 18 and up, to go on with the exception of July 4th. The Year End & Organizational “People often have health questions in between visits with
a “blind date” with some of our specially selected and wrapped Meeting will be held Wednesday, December 27, at 10 a.m. their doctor, and these wellness checks are a great way to get
books. You won’t know what you have until you unwrap and timely answers and assistance from a local public health nurse,”
read it. When you’ve ?nished reading it, ?ll out the attached ‘rate Lloyd Gordon made a motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, said Covell.
your date’ tag and be entered into our prize drawing. This year to establish the Fiscal Of?cer’s authority to make supplemental
we’re inviting the teens (ages 12-17) to participate, too! We’ve appropriations, as needed to conduct Township business and to To secure a spot at a monthly wellness check, call (440)
specially wrapped age-appropriate books for them to read & rate execute transfers to and from investment accounts as needed to 567-4120. Sessions will feature a timely health topic, health
and then enter into their own prize drawing. conduct Township business. screenings and assessments and an opportunity to talk directly
with public health nurses. Wellness checks will be at 9 and 11
Winter Story Times - January 24 - March 2. The winter story Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, a.m. and 2 p.m. on the following dates:
programs will begin January 24. Programs for babies, ages birth authorizing the Fiscal Of?cer to create Blanket Certi?cates up
to 24-months, will take place on Wednesday mornings beginning to a maximum of $5,000 each with all expiring at calendar year •Wednesday, January 18, at Shef?eld Township Church of
at 10:30; programs for toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2-5 years, end. Christ, 5075 Toledo Rd., in Lorain.
will take place on Tuesday mornings beginning at 10:30; and
programs for families with children up to and including age 5 Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Duane Johnson, •Thursday, January 19, at Wellington Fire Station #2, 202
will take place on Thursday evenings beginning at 6:30. Regis- to accept the 2017 Inventory. Richard Conrad made a motion, Kelly St., in Wellington.
tration is requested for story times and can be done at the library seconded by Duane Johnson, to reimburse mileage at the 2016
or by calling (440) 647-2120. IRS rate of $0.535 per mile. •Friday, January 20, at Old Stone Church, 553 South Main
St., in Amherst.
Afternoon Book Discussion - Thursday, January 26, at 2 p.m. Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Con-
The group will be discussing the book “Accidental Empress,” by rad, to reimburse the Zoning Inspector, Richard Donahue, for his •Monday, January 23, at Neighborhood House (Senior Cen-
Allison Pataki. Interested adults may pick up the available books home of?ce internet. Lloyd Gordon made a motion, seconded by ter), 90 East College St., in Oberlin.
at the circulation desk to check out. The group will meet in the Duane Johnson, that the Trustees’ and Fiscal Of?cer’s salaries
library’s Community Room. will be paid in compliance with ORC 505.24. •Tuesday, January 24, at Shef?eld Lake Community Cen-
ter, 4575 East Lake Rd., in Shef?eld Lake (only 9 and 11 a.m.
Winter Family Read Aloud - through March 4. For families Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, sessions).
with children up to age 7. This program takes on a snowy theme that the maximum monthly payment for health care thru Lorain
based on the Disney movie “Frozen.” Families who sign up for County Commissioners for the Trustee’s will be $6,345 and •Friday, January 27, at Avon Senior Center, 36786 Detroit
the Winter Read Aloud will receive a reading log to record the $843 for the Fiscal Of?cer. The total annual payment will not Road, in Avon.
titles of the books that they’ve read. Books must be checked out exceed $86,256.
from the Herrick Memorial Library. Every week, families who •Monday, January 30, at North Eaton Christian Church,
bring in their reading log to be stamped will be entered into a Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Duane John- 35895 East Royalton Rd., in Grafton.
drawing to win one of ten prizes. They can also help us build a son, that the Fiscal Of?cer will attend certi?ed Public Record’s
snowman in the Children’s Room by gluing a ‘snowball’onto our Training as the Trustee’s designee. Richard Conrad made a mo- Adult wellness checks are no-cost events, open to Lorain
snowman shape. They will receive one snowball for every book tion, seconded by Duane Johnson, that the Records Retention County adults ages 55+. A monthly commitment is not neces-
read. The program will end on Saturday, March 4, at our “Frozen Committee will consist of Lloyd Gordon as Trustee Chairperson, sary. For more information on Adult Health Services, contact
Finale” party. The ten prizes will be awarded to attendees (must Fiscal Of?cer Vicki Denes and Jackie Johnson as the Township the Lorain County General Health District at (440) 567-4120,
be present to win) during this fun event. Families wanting to resident. The Committee will meet at a date to be decided prior visit www.LorainCountyHealth.com, follow them on Twitter
participate must register between January 3 - February 4. Regis- to year end. @LorainCoHealth, ?nd them on Facebook or watch them on
tration can take place in the library or by calling (440) 647-2120. YouTube.
Dumpster Dates were set as: May 20 - Pride Day and August
Penfield Trustees 19 & October 21. Keystone Community Band dates are April LCMP presents
Organizational meeting 22 - Earth Day and December 2. Newsletter mail date is April 19. “Death of a Salesman”

The December 28 Organizational Meeting for 2017 was With no additional business to discuss, the meeting was ad- Lorain County Metro Parks’ French Creek Theatre continues
called to order at 10:29 a.m. All of?cers were present. The meet- journed at 10:59 a.m. its 2016-2017 season with Arthur Miller’s magnum opus, “Death
ing was attended by 1 guest. of a Salesman.” Directed by award-winning theatre artist, Fred
Submitted by Vicki Henes, Fiscal Of?cer Sternfeld, the seminal American work performs now-Jan. 29 in
Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, French Creek’s Ewing Theatre.
to elect Lloyd Gordon as Chairman of the Trustees for 2017. LCCC to host culinary competition
Duane Johnson made a motion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, to Death of a Salesman revolves around the Lomans, a family so
elect Richard Conrad as Vice Chairman of the Trustees for 2017. The Norton Culinary Building on the Lorain County Com- desperate for the spoils of the American Dream that they’ll sac-
munity College campus will provide the setting for the Greater ri?ce themselves at its altar. As Willy nears the end of his career
Lloyd Gordon made a motion, seconded by Duane Johnson, Northeast Ohio Culinary Classic on Saturday, January 28, and without money or prestige, the toll of his day-in, day-out grind
to elect Richard Conrad as Recycling Chairman for 2017. Duane Sunday, January 29, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Twenty com- wears severely on his relationship with his wife, and on his grip
Johnson made a motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, to elect petitors from across the country will be vying for medals and on reality. When his adult sons Biff and Happy return home, the
Lloyd Gordon as Drug Of?cer for 2017. Duane Johnson made a prize money. family skeletons begin crawling out of their closets. Confronted
motion, seconded by Richard Conrad, to elect Lloyd Gordon as with the truths of their illusory pasts, the family must decide if
Pen?eld Township’s Representative to the SLCFD’s Board, with Culinary students from both the Lorain County JVS and Lo- they will accept each other for who they truly are. With a dev-
Richard Conrad serving as alternate. rain County Community College have been invited to attend astating dénouement that audiences have wrestled with since its
the event and have the opportunity to be involved with these debut in 1949, “Death of a Salesman” reveals just how high the
Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, leading professional chefs by assisting some of them as appren- cost of success can be.
to elect Duane Johnson as Pen?eld Township’s Representative tices during the competitions. The JVS and LCCC have part-
to the SLCAD’s Board with Lloyd Gordon serving as alternate. nered together to offer superior culinary education in the high Death of a Salesman is part of French Creek Theatre’s 2017
Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, to school and post-secondary settings. Student Matinee Series. The perfect vehicle to expand learning
elect Duane Johnson as Pen?eld Township’s Cemetery Sexton, beyond the classroom, student matinees are Fridays, January 20
and that all fees remain the same. The host chapter of the American Culinary Federation & 27, both at 10 a.m. Tickets to student matinees are just $10
(ACF), Akron-Canton Cooks and Chefs Association and Cleve- and include a comprehensive pre-production study guide, as well
Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Duane Johnson, land ACF, along with the sponsor, The Wasserstrom Company, as post-show talkback with members of the cast and production
that all 3 Trustees shall jointly chair the Town Hall Department will present the event. team. For reservations and more information, contact Cultural
and that all fees remain the same. Richard Conrad made a mo- Arts Programmer Brian McNally at (440) 949-5200 ext. 226.
tion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, that all 3 Trustees shall jointly The lead judge for the competition is William Franklin of
chair the Road Department. Colorado, a Certi?ed Master Chef (CMC). The title is present- Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sun-
ed solely by the ACF in the United States and is the highest days at 3 p.m. and take place in the Ewing Theatre located within
Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Lloyd Gordon, level of certi?cation chefs can receive to recognize their pro- the French Creek Nature & Arts Center. Tickets are $16 to $18
that First Merit Bank will continue as the Township’s Primary fessionalism and skill. Today, there are only 67 CMCs and 11 for adults, and $10 for children under the age of 18. The French
Depository for funds. Lloyd Gordon made a motion, seconded Certi?ed Master Pastry Chefs (CMPC) in the nation. Creek Theatre Box Of?ce is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, located
by Richard Conrad, that all Zoning Fees remain the same. at 4530 Colorado Ave., in Shef?eld Village or call (440) 949-
The other 2 judges are Thomas F. Recinella, CEC, ACE, 5200 ext. 221. Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting
Richard Conrad made a motion, seconded by Duane John- AAC, HGT and program director at the Culinary Institute of www.metroparks.cc/theatre.php
son, the following appointments to the Zoning Board and BZA: Michigan at Baker College, and Jim Perko, CEC, AAC, execu-
Zoning Board - Eric Flynn, 1st alternate; Nort Dennison - 2nd tive chef at the Cleveland Clinic Wellness Institute. PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS!

On January 28, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., The Wasserstrom Com-
pany will present an Equipment and Supply Product Showcase.
Demonstrations and prize drawings will be held throughout the
day.

Continuing Education credits will also be available by at-
tending various seminars in the demonstrations labs.

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