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“Celebrating 63 Years of Community Service!”
Volume 64, No. 19 Columbia Station, Ohio November 5, 2018
Local Veterans Day Programs Library patrons honor World War 1 Veterans
Copopa’s Veterans Day Celebration
Copopa’s Veterans Day celebration will be held this year on Friday, November 9, at 9:30
a.m. at Copopa Elementary School. We will provide a continental breakfast for our local
Veterans and families in the Copopa lunchroom at 8:45 a.m. Veterans will be able to eat
breakfast with their Copopa student, if they wish. Please RSVP to (440) 236-5020 and let
us know if you will be coming for breakfast and who your Copopa student is that will be
joining you for breakfast!
Wellington Schools Veterans Day program
A special Veterans Day breakfast program will take place November 9 at McCormick
Middle School and the Patricia Lindley Center, 627 N. Main Street, in Wellington. Breakfast
begins at 8:30 a.m. with the program immediately following at 9:30 a.m.
LaPorte UMC Veterans Day Breakfast
LaPorte United Methodist Church, located at 2071 Grafton Road, in Elyria is having a
Veterans Day Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, November 11. It is open to the entire commu-
nity who wish to honor America’s Veterans and share breakfast with them. The breakfast
consists of country sausage gravy and biscuits, waffles, scrambled eggs, sausage patties and The Ohio World War 1 Centennial Commission is honoring Ohio’s service members who served
in that war by collecting homemade poppies from adults and children of Ohio. During the war,
beverages. The breakfast is from 9:30-10:30 a.m., followed by a worship service at 11 a.m. 256,307 Ohioans served in the war and 34 were from Columbia Station. A couple of groups of Co-
featuring guest speaker Brian Sheetz, Executive Director of the East Ohio United Methodist lumbia’s library patrons are participating in the project. Members of the Columbia Knitters group,
Foundation and lay delegate to the Jurisdictional Conference. For more information, call the Grindstone Knitters group and the Columbia Crafty Adults have all made poppies for the dis-
(440) 458-5717 or visit [email protected]. play. The names of the 34 service members from Columbia Station will be attached to some of the
LaGrange Veterans Day Ceremony poppies. The collected poppies will be put on display at the Ohio History Center in Columbus as
Please join the Alumni Band, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and other groups on November 11 part of the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War 1. L-R: Donna Meister, Betsy
at 2 p.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial on West Main Street to honor our Veterans. Vasas, Sandy O’Hare, Anne Frost and Debbie Fox, who are members of the Columbia Knitters
Group that meet at the Columbia Library on Thursdays.
Lorain County Bus Drivers honored with Pupil Transport Award
Midview award winner Diane Barrrett Columbia Supervisor Al Cantrell Amherst award winner Phyllis Wilson Wellington award winner Elizabeth
with Supervisor Chad Tucker. with award winner Wendy Metzger. with Supervisor Cathy Gale. Humphreys with Supervisor Ed Weber.
Hosted by the Educational Service
Center of Lorain County, the annu-
al Pupil Transportation Professional
Development and Awards Banquet
was recently held at the Lodge of
New Russia Township.
The annual event honors bus driv-
ers from around the county respon-
sible for transporting students and is
sponsored by the Educational Service
Center of Lorain County. Several lo-
cal bus drivers received Pupil Trans-
port awards from their respective
school districts.
Congratulations to all!
North Ridgeville Supervisor Denise Prososki Vermilion award winner Jim VanAntwerp Firelands Supervisor Milt Saylor with
with award winner Debbie Goode. with Supervisor David Johnson. award winner Natalie Saylor.
Community Carlisle 14 Grafton Twp. 10 Events page 2
LaGrange 17
Columbia 4
Profile Page 15
Directory Eaton 14 Wellington 16 Classifieds 18 Pg. 5
Grafton 9
Churches
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November 17 REWARD
LOCAL Holiday Craft Show NITRO- Missing Male Fawn colored Boxer with
Events gifts now! $2 Admission Fee or white paws and 1 white sock. Went missing
Start getting your Christmas
Non-perishable food donation
around Station and 303 in Valley City.
for local food pantry.
216-402-9844
German’s Villa
3330 Liberty Ave.,
Vermilion
9:00am - 3:00pm
Chicken Dinner
November 3 November 10 November 10 Scalloped Potatoes, Corn, Sal-
ad, Rolls, Dessert & Beverages.
Winter Wonderland Holiday Boutique James Kilbane Country Adults $10, (6-12) $4, (5 & un-
Craft & Vendor Show Over 80 local artist, crafters, Gospel Concert der) Free, Handicap Accessible
& Take-out available. For info
Free Admission. Handmade vendors, concession, raffles & International multi-platinum call 440-926-2209.
crafts, jewelry, home decor, Scholastic Book Fair! Admiss $1 Christian, country, gospel, Irish Belden UMC
health and wellness, cooking or a non-perishable food item. singer from Achill Island, Coun- 36130 St. Rt. 303,
and more! Proceeds to benefit John Knox ty Mayo, Ireland. Performing Grafton
Cambria Hotel & Suites preschool. one night only. Meet & greet
35600 Detroit Rd., John Knox Pres. Church following concert. $12/person, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Join the search on Facebook:
Avon 25200 Lorain Rd., $25/family, Call 440-458-5717. Nitro the missing Boxer in Valley City
9:00am - 3:00pm North Olmsted LaPorte UMC
9:00am - 3:00pm 2071 Grafton Rd., November 18 November 25
Midwest Gerbil Show Country Craft Bazaar Elyria
Doors Open 6:30pm
Sponsored by the American Thanksgiving Art & Dinner and Performance
Gerbil Society. Admission $5 or FREE Entree & drink for Veter- Craft Fair “The Wonderous Gift”
$25 for a family. For more in- ans with ID. *Trash & Treasure Nov. 10-11 Beautiful Art, Crafts, Home De- Enjoy the Live Nativity per-
formation www.agsgerbils.org. *Kid’s Room *Bake Sale *Lunch cor, Holiday Gifts and more... formance across the street at
DoubleTree Hilton Counter * Craft Tables. Find Medina Gun Show November 18 Hosted by Handmade Art Howk Park after a meal at First
1100 Crocker Rd., us on Facebook: North Eaton There are 450 tables of dis- Events Cleveland Interested Congregational Church. Meal
Christian Church
Westlake N. Eaton Christian Church plays. Whether you are a col- Home for the Holidays vendors email: t.jedryczka01@ $8 from 4pm - 5:30pm. Reserve
11:00am - 5:00pm 35895 Royalton Rd., lector, hunter or target shooter Craft & Vendors Show gmail.com, 440-897-3301. your meal ticket now, 440-371-
Middleburg Hts Rec Center
7103.
Grafton everyone will find something to Benefits Help for Heroes 16000 E. Bagley Rd., First Congregational Church
catch their eye! $7 Admission.
Angels Haven Horse Rescue 9:00am - 3:00pm Medina Fairgrounds Providing household items for Middleburg Hts. 140 S. Main St.,
formerly homeless Veterans.
Wellington
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Reverse Raffle Benefit 735 Lafayette Road, Local vendors, crafters, bakery, Dinner: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Enjoy dinner, wine, beer, side Holiday Craft Show Medina handmade soaps, essential Nativity: 6:00pm
boards, raffle baskets, enter- Art, Crafts, Christmas Decor, Sat: 9-5pm, Sun: 9-3pm oils, children’s books and more!
tainment and more! Please Call Homemade goods and more... FREE ADMISSION.
440-781-5060 for tickets. $90/ Hosted by Handmade Art Columbia VFW
Events Cleveland Interested November 11
couple or $70 each. Come out 25742 Royalton Rd.,
and help support the horses! vendors email: t.jedryczka01@ Lorain Museum Gift Shop Columbia Station
Advertising Opp available. gmail.com, 440-897-3301. 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruby’s Hall Ridgewood UMC See new wall art by Ohio Craft-
36709 Royalton Rd., 6330 Ridge Rd., ers, new note cards and post-
cards, family history kits for chil-
Grafton Parma dren and adults, Lorain-themed
6:00pm 10:00am - 3:00pm hand thrown pottery mugs and
crocks, new lighthouse design
November 6 ornaments, Kelly Boyer Sagert’s
new book, “Hidden History of
Election Day Bake Sale Lorain County”, and don’t for-
Homemade baked goods and get our fabulous “Lorain Eats!”
sandwiches from Chick-fil-a Redeemer Craft Show Cookbook!!
will be available. The NECC Come and enjoy a craft show 329 West 10th Street,
Youth are raising money to with a light lunch provided. Lorain
help the NECC Roof Fund and Door Prizes! $1 Admission. Lo- 10:00am - 4:00pm
help cover the cost of Youth cated across from LCCC.
events coming up in 2019. Redeemer Lutheran Church
N. Eaton Christian Church 295 College Park Dr., Jr. Turkey Trot
35895 Royalton Rd., Elyria This 1/2 mile fun run is open for
Grafton 10:00am - 3:00pm kids 12-under. The course will
During Polling Hours travel around the friendly con-
fines of the Hollstein Reserva-
(While supplies last) Afternoon with an tion, with all finishers receiving
Angel Reader a ribbon and post-race snack.
Nov. 9-11 Visit with Psychic Medium, An- For more information call (440)
984-3470 Ext. 226.
gel Reader and Author Laura
Quilt Show Lyn. Register online at www. Mercy Health & Rec.
Over 150 plus quilts from an- gmpllibrary.org or at the library. 47160 Hollstein Dr.,
tique to modern. Quilts of Valor Midview Middle School Amherst
featured. Lunch, desserts and 12865 Grafton Rd, 12:00pm
beverages for purchase. Door Grafton
prize, Chinese Auction & Quilt 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Raffle. $5 Admission.
New Russia Twp Lodge Auction & Chili Cook
46300 Butternut Ridge Off Fundraiser
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Fri & Sat: 10-6pm, raise funds to help sisters Jaina
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AMVETS Post 32 Hall Cleveland
11087 Middle Ave., Fri & Sat: 10-8pm,
Elyria Sun: 10-5pm
Doors open: 7:30am
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wish both runners the best of luck!
Congratulations to the varsity football team for making the
Columbia NEWS State playoffs. Currently the team is 7-3 overall. They will play In Loving Memory
Julie Petras at Mogadore on Friday, November 2nd at 7 p.m. I wish the Nelson D. Raber
team and coaches the best of luck!
[email protected] There will be no school for students on Monday, November
5. All staff will be attending a professional development day After retiring, Nelson
WEEKLY CALENDAR at Lorain County Community College. CLSD will join Clear- practiced his talent of wood
Monday, November 5: view, Firelands, Keystone and Wellington. The motto for the working.
The Columbia Board of Trustees will meet tonight at the day is “Preparing Students of Today for Tomorrow.” I would He will be greatly missed
town hall at 7 p.m. The community is welcome to attend. like to thank all of the districts for their collaboration and the by his wife, Diane (nee
Tuesday, November 6: Lorain County Educational Service Center for their support in Baldrey) of 55 years. Chil-
Election Day. Soup n’ Things - Columbia United Methodist making this happen for the students of Lorain County! dren- Roger (Heather) Raber,
Church will be serving lunch or dinner on Election Day, No- Conferences are coming to Columbia Local Schools. They Susan (Eric) Whittaker and
vember 6, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at their annual Soup n’ Things. will held on November 7: CHS 3:15-7 p.m., Copopa/CMS Amy Raber. Grandchildren-
They will have a variety of soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts 4:15-8 p.m. and November 8: CHS 12-4 p.m. and Copopa/ Matthew Eric and Alex Nel-
and beverages available. Their soups are all homemade. Car- CMS 1-5 p.m. Principals will be sending out the information to son Whittaker. Brother- Allie
ry-out will be available. Columbia United Methodist Church is all parents to sign up online. If you have a question or concern Raber and sisters- Alma Keys,
located at 25453 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station. please contact the school in which your child attends. Verna Monteleone, Amy
Cook and Florence Ralph.
Students will be released early from school on November
CHS Weekly Calendar 8: CHS at 11:15 a.m. and Copopa/CMS at 12 p.m. Buses will Nelson D. Raber, 77, of Preceded in death by
Monday, November 5: run to and from school on this day. JVS students will be bused Strongsville, Ohio passed brother- Marvin Raber and
sister- Mary Pitto.
from the JVS to CHS in the afternoon. However, there will be
away peacefully on Wednes-
No school for students. no busing from CHS to home. Please make separate arrange- day, October 24, 2018. Funeral Mass was held
Tuesday, November 6: ments on this day. Nelson was born June 26, Weds. October 31, 2018 at
6 p.m. Girls Soccer Banquet. CLSD is looking for substitute bus drivers, cleaners, cus- 1941 in Millersburg, Ohio to St. Joseph Catholic Church,
Wednesday, November 7: todians and kitchen personnel. If you are interested, please go the late John and Susie (nee Strongsville, OH.
3:15-7 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conferences. to our website and download an application. The application Miller) Raber and moved to Private Family Graveside
7 p.m. Winter Sports Parent meeting. should be turned in at the Administration Center at 25796 Roy- Columbia Station as a child. service at Sunset Memorial
Thursday, November 8: alton Road or sent to me by email at [email protected]. He resided in Valley City for Park, North Olmsted, Ohio.
11:15 a.m. Early Release for students. oh.us 20 years prior to moving to In lieu of Flowers, the
12-4 p.m. Parent-Teacher Conferences. We are always looking to improve the quality of the school Strongsville. family suggests memorials
7 p.m. Columbia Athletic Boosters meeting. district and the services we provide. If you have a suggestion, Nelson owned and oper- may be made to the American
Red Cross.
question or comment please feel free to call me at (440) 236- ated Nelson’s Barber Shop The Bauer Funeral Home,
5008 or email [email protected] in Columbia Station for 46 Valley City had the honor of
years. He enjoyed bowling
Letter to the Editor and was an avid golfer. serving the Raber Family.
CLSD will hold its annual Family Night on Wednesday, To the Editor:
November 13. There will be no practices, games, activities or Regarding the Columbia Township Lawsuit: Why is there
homework on this evening. All buildings will close by 4 p.m. a Lawsuit to begin with? The developers that purchased the CHS Winter Sports
on this day. The goal of family night is to encourage families to properties knew full-well that the current zoning is one house
take the evening and spend time together as a family in what- per one acre. The trustees of Columbia Township should not be Parent meeting/pictures
ever way works best for each family. More information on our influenced into changing the zoning laws on the behalf of the
website at www.columbia.k12.oh.us developers or the attorneys. The current zoning should stay one There will be a Winter Sports Parents meeting on Wednes-
The next Board of Education meeting will take place on house per one acre. day, November 7, at 7 p.m. in the High School cafeteria for all
Wednesday, November 14, at 7 p.m. at CMS in room #20. Nancy Doutt, Columbia Township high school parents of winter sports athletes. There will be a
There will be a BOE Work Session prior to the regular meeting general session to go over rules and regulations from OHSAA
at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Food Pantry and to review the parent student athletic handbook. Coaches of
Congratulations to Matt Pettegrew and Maddie Finton that
will represent the CHS Cross Country teams at the State meet The November food distribution at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton individual teams will have an opportunity to meet with team
parents in designated areas immediately following the general
on Saturday, November 3. Matt was the runner-up and Maddie Church will be on Monday, November 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. The meeting.
placed 7th at the Regional meet last weekend in Youngstown. I church is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia Town-
ship. The food, from the Second Harvest Food Bank of North On Friday, November 16, all high school winter sports
Central Ohio in Lorain, is available to residents of Columbia, team/individual pictures will be taken. All participants should
Grafton and Eaton Township. Recipients must be eligible ac- receive order information and a time schedule for team/group
cording to Ohio Job and Family Services guidelines and bring and individual pictures from their coaches/advisors. Please di-
proof of address, such as a current utility bill and a photo ID. rect any questions to your child’s respective coach/advisor.
Saturday Nov. 10th For more information, or to determine eligibility, phone the
3pm Preview church office at (440) 236-5095, Monday through Friday be- COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
tween 9 a.m. and noon. In accordance with Federal law and
5pm Auction U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is pro-
St. Paul Lutheran Church hibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex, age or disability.
276 E. Bagley Rd., Berea COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP
Chili Cook Off.. Columbia Historical Society BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MEETING NOTICE
Prize for 1st Place! The Columbia Historical Society will hold its November
Local sisters, Jaina & Chesley, need life-saving kidney and liver meeting on Tuesday, November 13, in the Columbia Town Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 505.07, the
Hall, 25496 Royalton Road. Social with refreshments is at 7
transplants. Fundraising proceeds will benefit COTA in honor of p.m. and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. Jim Smith will Columbia Township Board of Trustees hereby schedules
Jaina & Chesley to assist with transplant-related expenses present a program about the home front during World War II. a meeting for Monday, November 19, 2018, at 7:00 p.m.,
Donate Directly Online: Feel free to share any memorabilia or memories of that war at the Columbia High School Cafeteria, 14168 W. River
era. At the business portion of the meeting, they will continue
www.COTAforTeamCormack.com to update you on the restoration of Bronson House and look Road, Columbia Station, Ohio 44028, for the purpose of
[email protected] forward to your input. considering a proposed settlement agreement to resolve
the case of MLM Development, LLC and Emerald
Shopping Season!
Kick Off the Columbia K-12 Woods Golf Course Limited Partnership v. Columbia
Township, Lorain County, Ohio and the Columbia
Christmas lunch menu Township Board of Trustees, Lorain County Court of
Common Pleas Court, Case No. 14-CV-184927. At this
November 16–18 • I-X Center Week of Nov. 12-16: meeting, the Board of Trustees will consider and take
action on the proposed settlement agreement.
Monday: Breakfast - mini
eggo pancakes; Lunch - The proposed settlement agreement concerns the
choice of Bosco sticks, ham rezoning of the MLM and Emerald Woods properties
and cheese sub or chef salad to PRDD2 classification, and includes stipulations
w/roll, with peas and carrots regarding density, green space, perimeter requirements,
and mixed fruit. flood plains/wetlands, setbacks and other area
Tuesday: Breakfast - mini requirements. Additionally the settlement will change
cinnis; Lunch - choice of beef the process for approval of the Final Development
soft taco, ham and cheese sub Plan. The properties are known as the following Lorain
or chef salad w/roll, with re- County Permanent Parcel Nos. (“the “Properties”):
fried beans and pears. 12-00-018-000-008; 12-00-019-000-005; 12-00-018-
Wednesday: Breakfast - 000-013; 12-00-017-000-001; 12-00-017-000-011; 12-
breakfast sandwich; Lunch - 00-017-000-005; 12-00-004-000-043; and 12-00-004-
choice of cheeseburger mac- 000-002.
aroni, ham and cheese sub or The Board shall permit members of the public
chef salad w/roll, with corn
and pineapple. Treat w/every to express comments or objections to the proposed
main entree hot lunch. terms of settlement at the time of the meeting. No
Thursday: Breakfast - pan- referendum will be made available for the rezoning.
cake wrap; Lunch - choice of If this settlement is approved by Columbia Township,
turkey & gravy w/roll, ham it will then be submitted to the Lorain County Court
and cheese sub or chef salad of Common Pleas for review and approval. Copies of
w/roll, with mashed potatoes the proposed settlement agreement shall be available to
and warm apple crisp. the public, at the township fiscal officer’s office, during
Friday: Breakfast - break- normal business hours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday
fast Bosco; Lunch - choice of through Friday.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW pizza, ham and cheese sub or By Order of the
chef salad w/roll, with mixed
vegetables and strawberries.
Assorted veggie and fruit Columbia Township Board of Trustees
Columbia Township,
Purchase discount tickets in advance at
IXChristmasConnection.com select Discount Drug Mart store locations bar available daily. Lorain County, Ohio
at the Ticket Machines in the Cosmetic
Department.
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The Rural-Urban Record Election Day Soup n’ Things
Please join us for lunch or dinner at Columbia United Meth-
Published Weekly on Monday odist Church on Election Day, November 6, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter for our annual Soup n’ Things. We will have a variety of soups,
Founders 1955 sandwiches, salads, desserts and beverages available. Our soups
Lee Boise, Publisher & President are all homemade. We will have carry-out, too.
Columbia United Methodist Church is located at 25453 Roy-
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 alton Road, in Columbia Station. For more information, call
Mailing Address: (440) 236-8822.
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DEADLINE: more information, call 355-4015.
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm Missions fund-raiser
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Weds., 9-4 • Thurs. 9-1
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year LaPorte United Methodist Church, located at 2071 Grafton
Rd., in Elyria, is having a Missions fund-raiser on Saturday,
GriefShare - Surviving the Holidays November 10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and a concert begins
at 7 p.m. Following the concert will be a reception and meet &
greet. Donation for the event is $12/person, $25/family (parents St. Elizabeth
No matter how long it’s been since your loved one died, and minor children). For tickets, contact the church office at Ann Seton
grief can make the holidays a painful time, but there is hope. (440) 458-5717. As tickets are limited to seating capacity, it is Catholic Parish
Join us for an encouraging 5-week session that will help you recommended that you purchase your tickets early. In concert is
25801 Royalton Rd.
survive the holidays and discover new reasons to enjoy them James Kilbane, a multi-platinum selling Christian, gospel, Celt- Columbia Station, OH
again! You are welcome to bring a friend. Don’t let your grief ic country and Irish folk singer. The runner-up in Ireland’s na- Sacrament of Reconciliation
steal the joy of this Holiday season! Join us at Christ Church on tional Talent television show, “You’re A Styar,” in 2003/2004. (Confession)
Tuesdays, beginning November 13: mornings, 10-11:30 a.m.; James went on to record 13 albums, was voted “Irish Gospel Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
evenings, 6:30-8 p.m. The church is located at 23080 Royal- Singer of the Year” and James and his country band were in- Anytime by Appointment
ton Rd., in Columbia Station. For more information, call (440) vited to perform at the 50th International Eucharistic Congress Weekend Masses
Sat. 5 p.m.
236-8282, or visit www.griefshare.org and click on ‘Holidays.’ in Dublin, Ireland. Having reached international fame, James Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
440-236-5095
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perform on television and live stage.
On Saturday, November 17, Belden United Methodist Operation Christmas Shoebox
Church, located at 36160 St. Rt. 303, in Grafton, will host a NORTH “Welcome Home”
chicken dinner from 5-7 p.m. The dinner is open to the public Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drop-Off at Christian EATON New Life Wesleyan Church
and will include chicken, scalloped potatoes, corn, tossed salad, Unity Church, located at 36353 Capel Road, in Grafton, is ac- CHRISTIAN
rolls, dessert and beverages. The cost of the dinner is $10 for cepting donations on the following days and times: Monday, 11149 West River Rd.
adults, $4 for children 6-12 years old and free for 5 years and November 12, Tuesday, November 13, Thursday, November CHURCH Columbia Station
under. For those special needs, elevator is available. 15, and Friday, November 16, from 5:30-8:30 p.m.; Wednes- (Disciples)
Tickets and reservations are available after church services day, November 14, from 3-6 p.m.; Saturday, November 17, Rt. 82 & 83 SUNDAY 9 am
by calling the church office at (440) 926-2209 or at the door. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday, November 18, from 1-4 p.m.; 440-748-2230 Adult Bible Study
Take-out will be available. and Monday, November 20, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. www.neccdisciples.com SUNDAY 10 am
Ladies Advent Bible Study Knights of Columbus Turkey Raffle Worship Services Worship & Children’s Church
8:00 am & 10:30 am
WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
A Ladies Advent Bible Study will be held on Wednesdays, The Knights of Columbus North Ridgeville Council #7970 Sunday School Bible Study
from 7-8 p.m. and Thursdays, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., from No- is having their annual turkey raffle on Sunday, November 11, in 9:00 am Youth Group, Kids Club
vember 7-December 4 at LifeSpring Community Church, 1683 the St. Peter School gym. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Admission Polly Tallos
Lester Rd., in Valley City. Women of all ages are welcome to is free. They will have door prizes, turkeys, fruit baskets, hams, Christian Ed. & Youth Director Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
attend. For more information and study guides, call (330) 483- cheese wheels, sausages and a 50/50 raffle. The kitchen will Rev. David Chafin Rev. John Bodo
4774. be open, so come hungry, have some fun and help support the Interim Minister - Associate Pastor
440-236-8600
Bible Study “Feeding Your Soul” grant fund for St. Peter School. St. Peter School is located at www.nlwesleyan.org
35777 Center Ridge Rd, in North Ridgeville.
Just like your body needs food every day, your soul needs to Celebrate Recovery
be fed to stay healthy. Hope is what energizes the soul. When GRAFTON UNITED
you run low on hope, you can become discouraged, even des- Celebrate Recovery at Hope Christian Church meets ev- METHODIST CHURCH
perate. Faith is what gives us hope. Faith comes from being in ery Friday night. CR is a Christ-centered recovery program for 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
a relationship with God and His Word. Pastor David Walker, anyone with hurts, habits or hang-ups. You have a forever fam- 10:00am Worship
Belden United Methodist Church, will host a 4-week Bible ily at CR! They start each week with a free dinner served from Children’s Wednesday Program
Gr. 3-12, 4:30-6:30pm
Study titled “Feeding Your Soul” on Tuesday evenings, from 6-7 p.m. Then, they gather for worship at 7 p.m. At 8 p.m., Dinner Included
6:30-7:30 p.m. The class continues November 6, 13 and 20. they break out into open share groups, followed by coffee and COLUMBIA UNITED Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
The class will cover four topics: “How to Find Rest,” “Spiri- dessert at 9 p.m. in the café. They offer free childcare from METHODIST
tual Growth,” “Freedom in Christ” and “Understanding God’s 6:30-9:30 p.m. for those that attend. Come for part of the eve- Church of Christ
Plan for Me.” We will also discuss John Wesley’s thoughts on ning or come for it all! For more information, please visit www. CHURCH
how we should read our Bibles. All are welcome. The church is hopechristianchurch.com/ministries/celebrate-recovery. Time Worship Service Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
located at 36130 St. Rt. 303, in Grafton. Call them at (440) 926- does not heal all wounds, but God’s love, truth, grace and for- 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
2209 or visit www.beldenumc.wordpress.com. giveness does. Please come as you are and keep coming back! Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
211 Forest St., LaGrange
Hope Christian Church is located at 32625 Detroit Rd., in
Nut & Poppyseed Rolls Avon. during Worship Service 440-355-6872
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and poppyseed roll orders until December 2. Rolls are $10 each anyone needing help with a hurt, habit or hang-up, meets each Pastor Matt Merriman LUTHERAN CHURCH
and will be available for pick-up on Friday & Saturday, De- week at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at Church of the Open Door, lo- 236-8822 1140 W. River N.•Elyria •324-4070
cember 14 and 15, from noon-5 p.m. in the church basement, cated at 43275 Telegraph Road, in Elyria. The first hour begins [email protected] SERVICE TIMES:
located at 41295 North Ridge Rd., in Elyria (elevator accessi- with a brief time of worship, followed by a weekly lesson or a www.columbiaumc.org 5:00pm Saturday
ble). To place your orders, please call (440) 324-3090 or (440) personal testimony. The second hour has gender specific small 9:00am Sunday
324-2775, or you may send an email to: SVDP-nut-poppy-or- groups for men and women, with a special video for first time Rev. Bill Mugnolo
[email protected]. attenders. All meetings are open to everyone. Light refreshments
are served following the program. For further information, call United Church of God
Vendors needed Bob at (440) 326-2329. 12981 Grafton Rd.
Grafton, Oh 44044
Sugar Ridge Baptist Church, in North Ridgeville, is seeking Sabbath Services
vendors for their “Holiday on the Ridge” event on December 1. Saturdays at 12:30 pm
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COLUMBIA NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4
Fund-raiser for local sisters Red Ribbon Week at Copopa Elementary School
Local sisters, Jaina and Chesley, need life-saving kidney Copopa Elementary
and liver transplants. There will be an Auction & Chili Cook School celebrated Red Rib-
bon Week during the week of
Off with proceeds to benefit COTA (Children’s Organ Trans- October 22-26. Red Ribbon
plant Association®) in honor of Jaina and Chesley to assist Week is celebrated nationally
with transplant-related expenses. The event is on Saturday, No- to help everyone remember
vember 10, with a preview at 3 p.m. and the auction at 5 p.m. to stay away from drugs and
It is being held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, located at 276 E. alcohol, and to celebrate life
Bagley Rd., in Berea. Included in the fund-raiser will be a Chili by doing things we enjoy and
Cook Off with prizes for First Place. love. Spirit days were held
To make a donation today, contact Caitlin Cormack at (440)
724-8962. To directly donate online, visit www.COTAfor- every day; Monday was pa-
jama day, Tuesday was wear
TeamCormack.com. red day, Wednesday was wear
Email [email protected] for more infor-
mation. a hat day, Thursday was green
and white or Raider wear day
Columbia Historical Society and Friday was Twin day.
Students were able to at-
The Columbia Historical Society will hold its November tend a real live high school
meeting on Tuesday, November 13, in the Columbia Town pep rally on Thursday, when
Hall, 25496 Royalton Road. Social with refreshments is at 7 football coach Jason Ward
p.m. and the program begins at 7:30 p.m. Jim Smith will came to the school with the
present a program about the home front during World War II. marching band, cheerleaders,
Feel free to share any memorabilia or memories of that war color guard and high school Coach Ward talked to students during Red Ribbon week.
era. At the business portion of the meeting, they will continue athletes. Coach Ward talked
to update you on the restoration of Bronson House and look to students about the Golden treating other people the way make life fun and rewarding. week and will always remem-
forward to your input. Rule and how being kind and you like to be treated will help Students and staff enjoyed the ber Red Ribbon Week 2018!
Columbia Township Board of brand new book discussion group. Dinner is on us! Copies of
Trustees special meeting notice the book are available at the library. Preregistration required. Village of Grafton
Columbia Writers - Thursday, November 8, from 6:30- 8
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees has scheduled p.m. Have you ever wanted to meet other writers and hone your
a meeting for Monday, November 19, 2018, at 7 p.m., at Co- writing skills? Do you need motivation to pick up a pen in the
lumbia High School, in the cafeteria, 14168 West River Road, first place? If so, take part in our writing group. Participate in
in Columbia Station, for the purpose of considering a proposed read and critique sessions and build your skills through writing
settlement agreement to resolve the case of MLM Develop- practice. Preregistration required.
ment, LLC and Emerald Woods Golf Course Limited Partner- Introduction to Windows 10 - Saturday, November 10, from
ship v. Columbia Township, Lorain County, Ohio and the Co- 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Learn to use Microsoft’s newest operat-
lumbia Township Board of Trustees, Lorain County Court of ing system, including how to customize your desktop, manage
Common Pleas Court, Case No. 14-CV-184927. At this meet- files & folders and navigate Windows 10. Preregistration re- Single Family Homes with
ing, the Board of Trustees will consider and take action on the quired. basements starting in the low
proposed settlement agreement. The Columbia Libray is located at 13824 W. River Road
The proposed settlement agreement concerns the rezoning North, in Columbia Station. For program registration or more $200’s located in a beautiful
of the MLM and Emerald Woods properties to PRDD2 clas- information, call them at (440) 236-8751.
sification, and includes stipulations regarding density, green secluded setting in Grafton.
space, perimeter requirements, flood plains/wetlands, setbacks Columbia Science Fair
and other area requirements. Additionally, the settlement will Phase 2 is ready to build
change the process for approval of the Final Development Plan. Columbia High School will host the Columbia Local Sci-
The properties are known as the following Lorain County Per- ence Fair for grades 7-12 on Thursday, January 17, 2019 in the Phase 3 is ready to
manent Parcel Nos. (“the “Properties”): 12-00-018-000-008; cafeteria. Any Columbia student may participate in this event.
12-00-019-000-005; 12-00-018-000-013; 12-00-017-000-001; However, all projects must be approved by Mrs. Karl no lat- RESERVE!
12-00-017-000-011; 12-00-017-000-005; 12-00-004-000-043; er than November 12. The top 3 projects chosen by judges in
and 12-00-004-000-002. grade 9-12 division will receive cash awards of $100 for 1st
The Board shall permit members of the public to express place, $75 for 2nd place and $50 for 3rd place. The top 3 proj-
comments or objections to the proposed terms of settlement at ects in the grade 7-8 division will receive cash awards of $75 3
the time of the meeting. No referendum will be made available for 1st place, $50 for 2nd place and $25 for 3rd place. Please
for the rezoning. If this settlement is approved by Columbia contact Mrs. Karl at [email protected] for further in-
Township, it will then be submitted to the Lorain County Court formation or questions.
of Common Pleas for review and approval. Copies of the pro- Wreaths Across America 2
posed settlement agreement shall be available to the public, • Sold
at the township fiscal officer’s office, during normal business • Reserved
hours: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. The annual Wreaths Across America ceremony will be on • Model
By order of the Columbia Township Board of Trustees Saturday, December 15, at 12 p.m. The event will be starting
at the Veterans Memorial in Columbia Park, followed by the
Columbia Library events laying of the wreaths in the cemeteries. They currently need Located at the intersection of
440 wreaths for the veterans in our cemeteries. Donations can Novak Rd. and Durkee Rd.
Popcorn and a Movie - Monday, November 5, at 4 p.m. be made at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.
Join us for popcorn and a family-friendly movie. Preregistra- The location ID is OHMCTC; The VFW #9340 Auxiliary Take Donneybrook to Limerick Ln.
tion required. ID is OH0033P; The Cuyahoga County Cadet Squadron GLR Turn right for New Phases!
Preschool Story Time - Tuesdays, November 6, 13 & 27; OH 131 is OH0035P. New this year, is the Blue Star Mothers
December 4; January 8, 15, 22 & 29; and February 5, 12, 19 Ohio Chapter 26.
& 26, from 10:15-10:45 a.m. Stories, music, finger plays and Inquiries can be made by calling VFW Post #9340 at (440)
crafts for children between the ages of 3-6 years old with their 236-8111 or emailing [email protected].
caregivers. Pre-registration required.
Toddler Story Time - Tuesdays, November 6, 13 & 27 and Building Co.
December 4, from 11-11:15 a.m. A story time for beginning
walkers to 3 year olds and their caregivers, Includes stories,
music, movement and rhymes. Preregistration required. Call Jerry at Shamrock
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view web site, midviewk12.org. According to the forecast, the
Grafton NEWS district is financially healthy. In other treasurer’s recommen-
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 dations, the board passed a motion to create a Dave Kleinhenz
Memorial Scholarship Fund. The board will go out for bids on a
[email protected] wastewater treatment plant upgrade at the Brush building.
After approving several personnel matters, the board estab-
VETERANS EXHIBIT lished a new swimming club. Several policies were reviewed,
The Grafton-Midview Library has put together a military changed and adopted. The board also accepted the following
exhibit in the library in honor of Veterans Day. The display can donations: a marching baritone by Kurt Marzi at an approx- holidays and the traditions of
be enjoyed during regular library hours through Friday, No- imate value of $1,000; school supplies by Christian Unity decorating, preparing meals,
vember 16. Names of local active service members, the names Church at an approximate value of $100; school and office sup- and giving gifts to all her family
of local veterans, military uniforms and war relics are included plies by Kathy Quintilliano at an approximate value of $100; and friends. RoseMarie will be
in the exhibit. A special thank you to the Grafton VFW and and a $50 donation by Larry Hannenan for the Dave Kleinhenz most remembered by everyone
Councilman John Lescher for making the exhibit possible. Memorial Scholarship Fund. for her extraordinary kindness,
thoughtfulness, and generosity.
ATTENTION GRAFTON RESIDENTS
The Village of Grafton is working on a planning study Grafton Coorespondent new email RoseMarie is survived by
through the Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative her husband of sixty years;
George, her children Gregory,
(TLCI). This study will allow the village to set new goals and There is a new e-mail address for our Grafton news coo- Bradley, and Robyn Iski Harris
guide future investment/development. The village is asking all respondent. It is [email protected]. The former e-mail (Don), grandson; Donald
residents what they would like to see for Grafton’s future. Now was hacked. To those who were in our Grafton correspondent’s Alexander (Alex) Harris. She is
is the time to be heard! Gaining insight and input from resi- contact list and have received unwanted and fraudulent e-mails, also survived by two brothers;
dents is an important part of this process. Please visit the Vil- she offers sincere apologies. Please do not use the former Robert Lemon of Colorado and
lage website, www.villageofgrafton.org, to complete a survey. e-mail address as e-mails will not be received and there is a risk RoseMarie Iski (nee: Michael Gray of Alaska. She
The answers received will help guide the development of the that sent information may be stolen. The contact list was stolen Lemon) died unexpectedly on was born and raised in Detroit,
study and create initiatives that are reflective of the commu- and erased. New e-mails are not being received. If anyone re- October 25, 2018 at University MI, where she married George
nity’s desire. The survey will be open until Friday, November ceives an e-mail from [email protected], please delete Hospital of Cleveland. She was and moved to Elyria in 1964.
9. The results will be discussed at the next Envision Grafton immediately. 79 years old. Although we miss Visitation will be at The
TLCI community meeting on Tuesday, December 11, from 6-8 Benefit for local woman her terribly, she is at rest and Laubenthal-Mecado Funeral
p.m. at the Village Hall, Council Chambers. Watch the Village no longer in pain. There are not Home and Cremation Services,
of Grafton website (https://www.villageofgrafton.org) for more On November 10, from 4 p.m.-?, family and friends of Ja- enough words to describe the 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd.,
information. mie Wade of Grafton are having a benefit dinner for her. Jamie wonderful life of RoseMarie. Elyria (at State Rt. 57) on
PARENT ACADEMY/COMMUNITY GROUP EXPO was diagnosed with a Potts Puffy Tumor of the brain and has Wife, mother, grandmother, Saturday, November 10, from
The Midview Local Schools and the Compass Committee undergone two sugeries to remove the tumor and stop the in- sister and friend, she brought 1-3 p.m. Service will be at 3
are sponsoring the first annual Midview Parent Academy and fection from growing. Jamie is incurring mounting medical and happiness to everyone around p.m., officiated by Pastor Chet
Community Group Expo. Families are invited to stop by Mid- household bills. The dinner is at the Grafton VFW, located at her. A wonderful Christian Beetler of Christ Church, West
view Middle School on Tuesday, November 6, from 6:30-8 783 Huron St., in Grafton. Dinner includes rigatoni, salad and woman, her priorities in life were Campus.
In lieu of flowers the
faith, family, friends and furry
p.m. to learn more about what our schools and community have rolls. Donations will be taken at the door. There will also be a friends. She was a gifted artist; family asks that memorial
to offer for K-12 students. Parents can attend training sessions 50/50 raffle and auctions, and a cash bar will be available. Food passionate about her artwork contributions in RoseMarie's
on PowerSchool, Google Classroom, Educational Sites and will be served from 5-6:30 p.m. as she did many drawings and memory be sent to Friendship
more. Several school and community organizations will be in For more information, or to make a donation, call Jill Car- paintings for others. RoseMarie Animal Protective League 8303
attendance to share information on opportunities for Midview penter at (440) 309-5540 or Robin Szczepanski at (440) 371- donated countless hours at Murray Ridge Rd. Elyria, OH
students to get involved. 9905. her church, the library, and her 44035 or The City Mission
favorite charity ATRA (Airedale 5310 Carnegie Ave. Cleveland,
Terrier Rescue and Adoption) OH 44103. Online condolences
An avid reader, she would to the family can be expressed
read a novel in just as few at www.laubenthalmercado.
The October Midview Board of Education meeting began Happy November, Midview! The cooler weather is official- days. She especially loved the com
with an award presentation. Michelle Kontra, a Midview Bus ly here to stay. Parents, please make sure students are dressed
Driver, was recognized for her actions when coming upon properly for the cold, especially students who walk to school
an automobile accident. Kontra quickly retrieved the fire ex- and those who still have recess. Also, please make sure your
tinguisher from the bus and was of help in the situation. The phone numbers on file is up to date so we can notify you of 514 N. Main St. Grafton
award was presented by Donna Heuler, Eaton Township Secre- school closings or delays related to weather. 440-926-1445
tary, on behalf of the Eaton Township Trustees and Fire Chief. As a reminder, the first Midview Parent Academy and
The Midview Superintendent and Board presented Kontra with Community Group Expo is on November 6, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Middie souvenirs in appreciation. at Midview Middle School. Parents: it’s your chance to be a Come out and try Grafton
Next was a presentation as to the year-long process Midview student again! The evening will include training sessions for
may take to create their Strategic Plan. Board members then re- parents on topics like PowerSchool, OneView, Remind and Subway Breakfast!
ported on the Trunk or Treat event, which had occurred earlier Google Classroom. Parents and students will have the chance
in the evening. Fifty-three trunks, a school bus and a tractor to engage with community programs and groups such as the You might be surprised
were decorated, each sponsored by a Midview or a community Band Boosters, PTA, Students4Change, Girl Scouts and more. on how much you like it.
group. Approximately 800 bags were handed out to children Childcare will be provided by high school students during the
to use while trunk or treating. Two car loads of donated food academy sessions. I hope to see you there.
items and approximately $250 were collected. The event was On November 8, North and West Elementary Schools will Enjoy a FREE COFFEE with your breakfast!
sponsored by the Key Club. hold Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4-7:30 p.m. If you are
The treasurer’s report was a presentation and an explanation interested in setting up a conference, please contact your child’s
of the 5-year forecast. The forecast is available on the Mid- teacher.
I would also like to invite all parents and community mem-
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. bers to this year’s fall production of “Our Town.” Performances
Andrew Deak, D.M.D, M.D. begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9, and Saturday, Nov. 10, and
at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11. To purchase tickets, contact Mid-
FALL
420 N. Main St., Grafton view High School at (440) 748-2124. BIG
Have a great week!
Emergencies Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353 SAVINGS.
GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
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Fall Book Sale SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
November 6th-9th
3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
The Friends of the Grafton-Midview Public The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
Library present our Fall Book Sale drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
Stop by the Library and browse These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
Nov. 5th our book sale, which includes
Friends Only books, DVDs, CDs, and children’s 11/6 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being
Preview books. Hardcover and Paperback instructed by Debi’s Personal Training with PB-2520
12pm fruit and juice for participants.
books are available.
November 9 will be bag day. 11/8 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner for those that HANDHELD BLOWER
th
This popular event will be held signed up. Please call if you need to cancel.
during regular business hours in 11/13 at 2:00 pm Senior STOP BY YOUR LOCAL ECHO DEALER
the Library’s first floor meeting Exercise Class being FOR A DEMO TODAY!
room. Won’t you make our old instructed by Debi’s Personal
books your new friends? Training with fruit and juice for At participating dealers only. Effective 9/1/18 - 11/30/18.
participants.
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THROUGHOUT THE SALE! • If you have questions on these programs, please contact
the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341. 1007 Parsons Rd. • Grafton, OH 44044
Grafton-Midview Public Library • The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special 440-926-2880
983 Main St., Grafton, OH 44044 occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen
440-926-3317 • www.gmplibrary.org Manager for additional information. Biggest sale of the year • Stop in for details!
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Grafton-Midview Library Buddy seeks loving home
Grafton Twp. NEWS For more information or to register for programs; stop into that people can be trusted and
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 the library at 983 Main Street, call (440) 926-3317 or log onto that he can be well taken care
[email protected] www.gmplibrary.org. Registration is required for most pro- of. He is such a lovable guy!
grams. Can you open your heart and
Coloring Escape Nights - Tuesdays, November 6 & 20, at
Belden Historical Society 6 p.m. Come to the Teen Zone to color your cares away on the home to Buddy?
All cats receive one or
first and third Tuesday of each month, September-December. more vaccinations, a basic
The Belden Historical Society will meet on Wednesday, No- Caldecott Club - Thursday, November 8, at 4 p.m. Are you veterinary examination, are
vember 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Town Hall and Museum on too old for storytime, in grades K-3 and still love sharing pic- wormed and spayed/neutered
the corner of Rt. 303 and Rt. 83. They will be collecting dues, ture books? This is the club for you! After a quick snack, we’ll and feline leukemia tested.
electing officers and discussing their Christmas party. read a Caldecott Medal-winning book and do a related activity. Kittens under a year old are
The public is always invited to attend and new members are Book titles are TBD. Registration is required. $60 and cats over a year are
always welcome. If you have any pictures, articles or memora- You’re the Artist - Monday, November 12, at 10 a.m. or 4 only $25. Senior cats (8 years
bilia of local history, they are always looking for more. p.m. This 4 week program will introduce children ages 5 and Buddy and up) are FREE for people
up to famous artists, their art work and their techniques. Then It’s hard to comprehend 60 years and up. All kittens/
GRAFTON NEWS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 they will create their own art using what they’ve learned. The how someone could dump a cats over 3 months old are
Salvation Army Christmas sign-up morning sessions are perfect for home schoolers! Registration cat out of their car but that also micro-chipped. The kit-
tens/cats currently available
is required. November: Pablo Picasso.
is what happened to Buddy.
Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, November 13 & 27, at 10 It’s amazing how trusting and for adoption can be seen at
The Grafton Salvation Army is proud to announce the a.m. Storytime for children ages 3-6 featuring stories, songs, sweet this handsome 3-year www.friendshipapl.org/cats.
launching of its annual Christmas Toy & Food Drive. As in the fingerplays and activities that encourage development of early old still is. Buddy doesn’t The shelter is located at
past, the collection locations will be the Grafton United Meth- literacy skills. seem to be afraid of people. 8303 Murray Ridge Road,
odist Church, at 937 Mechanic Street, between 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Magic: The Gathering in the Library - Tuesday, November This guy needs to be shown in Elyria.
and Grafton City Hall during business hours. The toys will be 13, at 5 p.m. Are you a Magic player? If so, bring your deck
collected until December 16. and play Magic: The Gathering with other teens at the library.
Families living in the Midview School District wishing help We will meet the 2nd Tues. of each month, Sept.-Dec. No reg-
for Christmas assistance should apply by letter (no phone calls istration required. An Afternoon With
please) with the following information: child’s name and age, Tots & Tales - Wednesdays, November 14 & 28, at 10 a.m.
proof of residency, proof of child guardianship for your chil- This storytime for children 18 months to 3 years is a great step- An Angel Reader
dren up to age 12 and proof of household income. Make sure ping stone from Babypalooza to Preschool Storytime. We’ll
you enclose your phone number so we can contact you when to read books, sing songs and even get some of those wiggles out. LAURA LYN
pick up your toys and food. On the day of pick-up, please bring You won’t want to miss the fun!
valid photo ID. Inspirational Book Club - Wednesday, November 14, at Psychic Medium, Angel Reader and Author
Please mail all requests by November 30 to: The Salva- noon. Join facilitator Peggy Wyar for a lively discussion of a
tion Army, Grafton Unit, 937 Mechanic Street, Grafton, Ohio different inspiring book each month. Feel free to bring your
44044. lunch! The title for November’s meeting is The Prayer Box, by
Thank you for making 2018 another joyous Christmas for Lisa Wingate. Copies of the title will be available at the Cus-
families in the Midview District. tomer Service desk, while supplies last.
Anime & Manga Society - Wednesday, November 14, at
KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS 3:30 p.m. Join in as we watch Anime, draw Manga, participate
in Japan themed activities and have Japan themed snacks and
drinks. Please register by the Mon. before each meeting to help
GENERAL PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY us determine the amount of snacks needed.
Baby Playtime - Thursdays, November 15 & 29, at 10 a.m.
~NEW PATIENTS WELCOME~ Bring your little one for playtime at the library! We will have
special play mats, games and activities. For kids birth to 3. A Sat. November 10, from 1-3pm
Hours By Appointment great way to learn and socialize for baby and grown-up! Midview Middle School
Dads & Donuts - Saturday, November 17, at 11 a.m.Dads
419 NORTH MAIN STREET are invited to bring their little dudes or dudettes to the library Register Online at www.gmplibrary.org
for a father and child storytime. We will celebrate your special
GRAFTON, OHIO bond with stories, songs, crafts, and - of course - donuts! Reg- OR AT THE LIBRARY
440-926-2705 istration is required. Presented By The Friends of the Grafton-Midview Public Library
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or fragile donations, free of charge from some locations in
AARP Tax Aide Program northern Ohio (donations to help defray the cost of movers
February 1, 2019 is just around the corner and that is the are greatly appreciated). Those interested in contributing
items for the sale should contact the Warehouse Sale Team
day the AARP Tax Aide Program will start to file for free, at (216) 255-9090.
your federal, state and school district tax returns electron- The agency is unable to accept bedding, books, clothing,
ically for 2018. This is a program ran in conjunction with cribs and car seats, small electronics, small and major appli-
the IRS and it is offered to seniors, families and singles with ances, medical supplies, sporting goods, children’s toys and
low to moderate incomes. games, computers and related hardware, mattresses and box
The wheel that makes this turn is volunteerism. We are springs, televisions and stuffed animals.
in need of volunteers who would be willing to volunteer To receive notice of upcoming sales, send an email to
at one or more of our 11 sites in the Lorain County area. [email protected] or visit hospicewr.org/ware-
New volunteers have to attend classes at St. Teresa’s Church housesale for a schedule. For a list of upcoming sales, visit
Hall, 1878 Abbe Road, in Sheffield, on January 14 & 17 and www.hospicewr.org/cleveland-resale-shop.
White Wine Chicken Soup January 22-23, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Once you have complet- US News & World Reports
ed your classes, you will be required to take an IRS test to
become certified. Advanced classes for volunteers who are
returning will be January 7-10, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. as well. Best Nursing Home Ranking
They also will be having computer classes later in the month
if that is something you would like to do as well. els. These new guidelines
Please consider joining us. We receive a great amount of are described in the Mc
pleasure helping fellow Lorain County residents be able to Knight article McKnight’s
access this free service. Long-Term Care News. As
In January, we will publish the full list of the 11 sites a result, Altenheim is au-
with the help of our local newspapers, who we are forever thorized to display the US
grateful to. News and World Report
Please go to AARPFOUNDATiON.org/taxaide or call Best Nursing Home icon
Leeanne Wright at (440) 281-8822 to volunteer. throughout 2019.
Less than 19% of all
Hospice of the Western Reserve nursing facilities in the
“Amazing, easy chicken soup. The longer it cooks, the Altenheim Skilled Nurs- country are awarded this
better it gets. The best is made by my mother, but the rest Warehouse Sale ing & Rehab Center has distinction. The Board of
of us can make this wonderful facsimile. Easily multiplied, recently been notified that Directors, management
exceedingly flexible - have fun! The soup is quite good after The next sale is sched- Donations Sought - Do- it has achieved US News
2 hours, but the longer it cooks, the more mellow the flavor uled for Friday, November nations of furniture and & World Report’s highest and Altenheim’s Medical
will be. If you can, leave it for as many as 6 hours (this is a 30, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Sat- household goods are still ac- rating as a high perform- Directors, Drs. Dohar and
good recipe when you’re in the house all day). Serve with urday, December 1, 9 a.m. tively being sought. Furni- ing Best Nursing Home for Munjapara, extend sincere
croutons or soup nuts, if desired.” - 3 p.m., at Hospice of the ture items will be previewed 2018-2019. This distinction thanks to each and every Al-
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Pros and Cons to Early Retirement Did you know? Dieting
A lifetime of working compels many people to look for- Although dieting to lose weight or maintain a healthy
ward to their retirement. Some people even work to retire weight is a year-round effort, many people opt to ramp up
early. But what are the advantages of early retirement be- their dieting in the summer. That’s because clothes get light-
yond starting a life of leisure? And are there any detriments er and shorter in summer, which also serves as swimsuit
to this plan? season. A focus on physique and being healthy comes back
A 2014 survey by the financial services provider TIAA- into focus. According to experts at the Nutrition Research
CREF found that 37 percent of Americans plan to retire be- Center at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, calo-
fore age 65. However, many of them will not have control ries are a measurement of energy. The number of calories
over the matter. Those who do may want to consider the in foods equates to the energy that the foods supply. If the
North Ridgeville Senior Center pros and cons of early retirement. energy isn’t used to fuel physical activity or metabolic pro-
cesses, it may be stored for later, often in the form of fat
programs and events Advantages reserves. In order to maximize weight loss, many people try
Many people seek early retirement so that they can live a to eat as few calories as possible. However, this can be dan-
Mini Spa Day - November 8, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Ladies life free of the constraints of schedules. In retirement, time gerous. According to Kelly Brownell, Ph.D., a professor of
come for some pampering before the holidays! The Cosme- becomes, more or less, a retiree’s own. psychology at Yale University and author of “The LEARN
tology students of JVS will be providing hand massages and Leaving a job can be a boon to a person’s health as well. Program for Weight Management” (American Health Pub-
painting of the nails to look beautiful for the upcoming holiday Relieving oneself of the pressures and stresses of profes- lishing Co.), women should not consume fewer than 1,200
season. For reservations call the Senior Center (440) 353-0828. sional life can free up the mind and body. Stress can affect calories a day, and men 1,500 on average. Cutting calories
Ladies’ Brunch - November 15, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. mental and physical health, taxing the heart and contribut- dramatically may lead to muscle loss, reduce the amount
Brunch is $3 and reservations are required. The brunch in- ing to conditions such as depression or anxiety. According of nutrients acquired by the body, contribute to feelings of
cludes hot entrée, fruit cup, juice and coffee. Special program to the Mayo Clinic, stress can cause headache, muscle and listlessness, and slow down metabolism as the body reacts
“4,000 Years of Lorain County History,” local author and his- chest pain and contribute to trouble sleeping. to conserving residual fuel. A low-calorie diet also can put
torian Laura Peskin will discuss women’s history, archaeology The earlier the retirement, the more opportunity to travel a person at risk for heart problems and gallstones. Coach
and more. Ladies meet on the fourth Thursday of the month before health issues begin to limit mobility. Early retirement Calorie, a diet and exercise advice site, advises against fol-
for entertainment or guest speaker. For reservations, call (440) also can be a way to volunteer more or even start a new job lowing blanket weight-loss advice about eating less and
353-0828. opportunity - one where workers have greater control over moving more, as it’s not a one-size-fits-all regimen. Before
Young at Heart Brunch - November 29, from 10:30-11:30 their schedules and careers. beginning a weight-loss regimen, speak with a doctor and/
a.m. Brunch includes hot entrée, fruit, juice and beverage. or professional dietician. These people can create a diet and
Brunch is $3 and reservations are required. Special program is Disadvantages weight-loss plan that is healthy and effective and won’t
“Steppin Out” show choir to perform a variety of favorites with One of the disadvantages of early retirement is a loss of cause detrimental side effects.
Christmas tunes. income. Contributions to retirement accounts also ceases at
Ongoing Programs: retirement. This can lead to financial setbacks if adequate Everyday ways to help
Blood Pressure: Third Wednesday of every month, from 10 savings were not allocated for retirement. According to the
a.m.12 p.m. Walk-ins first come, first serve. resource Wealth How, some people who retire early fear your elderly neighbors
Socialization, Lunch, Bingo: Every Wednesday beginning outliving their savings.
at 9 a.m.; 12 p.m. lunch for $4, reservation required; 12:30-2 While retiring early may be good for health, it also can Thoughtful men, women and children can give back to
p.m. Bingo. have negative consequences. An analysis from the Nation- their communities in various ways. Coaching youth sports,
Mahjongg: The group meets on Thursday’s, from 12-3 p.m. al Bureau of Economic Research found that retirement can volunteering with local charities and donating to local food
for instruction and game playing. A small fee for player’s card lead to declines in mental health and mobility as well as or clothing drives are just a few of the ways you can help
is required and instruction is free! feelings of isolation. Retiring early may jump start these make your community a better place.
Cards: Pinochle and Euchre: Enthusiasts’ gather every health implications. Another way to give back is to help your elderly neigh-
Thursday from 12-4 p.m. at the Center to play cards. No expe- Another consideration is that health insurance provided bors who may not be as independent as they once were.
rience needed. Newcomers welcomed. On the second Thurs- by an employer typically ends at retirement. That means Such men and women may have physical limitations that
day of month play begins at 1:30 p.m. having to pay out of pocket until a person ages into govern- compromise their ability to perform everyday tasks. Peo-
The Senior Center is locates at 7327 Avon Belden Rd., in ment-subsidized healthcare, such as Medicare in the United ple in the prime of their life take their ability to perform
North Ridgeville. Call them at (440) 353-0828. The Center is States, at age 65. such tasks for granted. And while these gestures might seem
closed on Monday, November 12, for Veterans Day and on No- Retiring early is a complex issue that requires weighing simple, helping your elderly neighbors with their everyday
vember 22-23, for Thanksgiving. the pros and cons. tasks can have a profound impact on their lives.
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ly people who have mobility issues. Before taking trips to Please take a moment to talk with someone at the Veter-
the grocery store, make it a habit to call an elderly neighbor ans Affairs office, the Office of Aging or your local Seniors Side effects of snoring include
and ask if he or she needs anything. Helping Seniors® organization about affordable, quality higher risk for Alzheimer’s
• Invite seniors over for dinner or other gatherings. Many care for aging veterans and their spouses so that they can
seniors deal with social isolation, which occurs when they continue to live in the comfort of their own home. Seniors
lack opportunities to interact with other people. Recent data Helping Seniors® In-Home Services can be reached at (440) Snoring may seem like a pesky yet minor problem, but
from the Administration on Aging indicates that 35 percent 935-3848, or visit SeniorsHelpingSeniors.com. it can be much more serious than some people know. Al-
of women over the age of 65 were widows and almost half though snoring is a common problem among all ages and
of women 75 and older live alone. Inviting elderly neigh- Tips to improve memory genders, the National Sleep Foundation says that men are
bors who live twice as likely to snore as women, and snoring can worsen
alone over for Forgetfulness can affect anyone. For example, few, if any, with age.
dinners, movie adults can say they have not experienced moments when The aging process can lead to a relaxation of the throat
nights or game they could not find their keys. And once the keys are found, muscles, resulting in snoring. Furthermore, the NSF says
watches once per people move on without giving much thought to why they anatomical abnormalities of the nose and throat, illness and
week is a great did not immediately remember where they left their keys. other factors may also contribute to snoring. Drinking alco-
way to help them Isolated incidents where people cannot recall where they hol, which can have an effect similar to muscle relaxants, in
avoid social iso- placed their car keys or other minor bouts with forgetful- the evening can make snoring worse.
lation and give ness do not occur by accident. In fact, the Harvard Medical While many people may think snoring is a mere nui-
them something School notes that they are likely byproducts of age-relat- sance, it actually may be a symptom of obstructive sleep
to look forward ed changes in thinking skills. When people reach their 50s, apnea. Over time, apnea can be associated with high blood
to. chemical and structural changes in the brain may begin to pressure and increased risks of heart attack, stroke or death,
• Help with some weekly chores. Seniors living on fixed occur, and these changes can affect a person’s ability to pro- advises WebMD.
incomes may find it difficult to maintain their homes. Rela- cess memories. Now there is new evidence that those with obstructive
tively simple tasks like mowing the lawn, taking out the gar- Father Time may be a formidable foe, but people can take sleep apnea may be at a higher risk of developing Alzhei-
bage and even vacuuming can be difficult for seniors with steps to give their memories a boost as they get older. mer’s disease as well. A new study published in the jour-
physical limitations. Pitching in to help with such chores · Embrace recognition instead of trusting recall. Dr. Joel nal Neurology found that people with sleep apnea tended
once or twice a week won’t require much time on your part Salinas, a neurologist who specializes in behavioral neurol- to develop memory problems and other signs of cognitive
and can have a significant impact on the lives of your aging ogy and neuropsychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital, impairment earlier than people without such sleep disor-
neighbors. notes that human beings are better at recognition than recall. ders. Richard Osorio, MD, a research assistant professor
• Drive seniors to religious services. Attending religious That means people are more likely to remember something of psychiatry at the NYU Center for Brain Health, found
services is important to many seniors, but those who can they read, such as a note or a list, than something they’re that, among 2,000 people studied, those who reported hav-
no longer drive themselves to weekly services may not be simply told. ing sleep apnea or snoring tended to develop signs of mild
attending them as much as they would like. Whether you · Recognize the value of repetition. The Harvard Medical cognitive impairment, including memory lapses and slower
attend such services or not, offer to drive an elderly neigh- School notes that people might be more inclined to remem- speed on cognitive skills, about 12 years earlier on average
bor on Sunday mornings (or whenever weekly services are ber what they hear if they repeat it out loud. Names and than those who didn’t report any sleep-related breathing is-
held). Religious services can help seniors stay connected addresses might be more easily remembered after they’re sues. Mild cognitive impairment often precedes dementia
to their faith and their communities, and driving an elder- repeated out loud because repetition increases the likelihood related to Alzheimer’s disease.
ly neighbor to and from houses of worship once per week that the brain will record the information and be capable of Some researchers believe snoring and sleep apnea may
won’t require a significant commitment of your time. retrieving it later. When studying for exams, many students contribute to a buildup of the toxic protein in the brain called
Helping your elderly neighbors is a great and often sim- repeat important points to themselves time and again, and beta-amyloid, which is a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease
ple way to give back to your community. that same approach can be applied by adults who are trying and other dementias.
If snoring has become problematic, men are urged to visit
to improve their memories. a doctor or sleep specialist to see which therapies can be
· Eat a healthy diet. A study published in 2015 in the jour-
Aging Veterans Benefit from nal Neurology found that people who eat healthy diets with instituted to help improve sleep and overall health.
In-Home Care lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and fish and little alcohol and Alecia Vidika
red meat may be less likely to experience declines in their
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The Black River Audubon Society and the Lorain County
Metro Parks together welcome noted author, naturalist and CPR Class
36 Lorain County High School illustrator Julie Zickefoose for the BRAS 60th Anniversary A CPR class will be held at the Eaton Township Fire and
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Celebration and Jack Smith Outstanding Speaker program on
Art Exhibit Saturday, November 10, 1:30-4 pm at the Carlisle Reservation Rescue Department on November 13, from 7-9:30 p.m. Come
and learn how to perform CPR and life saving rescue tech-
Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Road, in LaGrange.
The 36th Lorain County High School Art Exhibit is current- Zickefoose, author of Letters from Eden, The Bluebird Ef- niques! Great for babysitters, parents and anyone with loved
ly going on at the Elyria Public Library West River Branch, fect, and Baby Birds: An Artist Looks into the Nest, will present ones!
Call the Fire Department at (440) 748-2496 for more details.
located at 1194 West River Rd., in Elyria. The show runs her program “Baby Birds,” an account of the 13-year project
through November 16 and is open to visitors from 5-6:30 p.m. documenting the daily changes in the nestlings of 17 bird spe- Macy seeks loving home
Participating schools include: Amherst Steel HS, Columbia cies from hatching to the day of fledging. More than 500 of her
HS, Elyria HS, Firelands HS, Keystone HS, Midview HS, N. personal illustrations bring life to the pages of the book. She weighs 45 lbs., is spayed
She will also share her influences, as well as her artistic
Ridgeville HS, Oberlin HS and Open Door Christian School. process, a must-see for any aspiring natural history artist. The and all caught up on her vac-
Learn to Skate work, wonder and fun of studying baby birds, including being cines. Macy was found as a
stray and was rescued from
The City of Elyria Parks and Recreation Department is now a foster mother for them, all make for an irresistible and highly Cleveland City Kennel. She’s
inspirational presentation.
registering for their Learn to Skate program. Session #1 will Black River Audubon Society was founded in 1958 through very loving, sweet and sub-
missive. She’s good with oth-
begin on November 6. Lessons are offered on Tuesday and the influence of Jack Smith. The event will also highlight his er dogs and loves doggy day
Thursday evenings from 5:15-6 p.m. You can find the most contributions to the Society, its members and birding in general care. She has a gorgeous brin-
updated information on their website, www.cityofelyria.org/ down through the years. A social hour with refreshments will dle coat and beautiful eyes.
department/parks. follow the program. This program is free to the public. If you would like to meet
For more information, call Ryan Fry at (440) 326-1504 or For more information on programs, volunteering or becom-
email [email protected]. ing a member, visit www.blackriverauduon.org. And, don’t for- Macy Macy, call Anna with Mutts
In A Rut Rescue at (440) 623-
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The Black River Audubon Society presents Ray Stewart and EATON TOWNSHIP
his program “The Pantanal of Brazil,” on Tuesday, November BOARD OF TRUSTEES
6, at 7 p.m. at the Carlisle Visitor Center, located at 12882 Di- TRUSTEE ORDER
agonal Road, in LaGrange. Stewart, who lives in Amherst, is a
retired teacher and has traveled extensively in Latin America, PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Beyond 2000
most recently on a 2017 birding tour in Brazil. The Pantanal re- Notice is hereby given that the Eaton Township Board
gion is said to be the largest tropical wetland area in the world. of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday,
His program will take you on a visual tour of this beautiful re- November 6th, 2018 at 7pm at the Eaton Township Michelle Carson
gion. Founder and past president of Ohio Wetlands Association Hall, 12043 S. Avon Belden Rd., Grafton, Ohio 44044 Office: 440-842-7200
(OWA), Stewart now serves as the board secretary and director pertaining to the parcel: 11-00-086-000-061 - 11700 Cell: 216-716-9942
Durkee Rd., Grafton Ohio 44044 due to action needed to [email protected]
alleviate issues possible junk/unlicensed vehicles stored
upon property, a violation of not obtaining a zoning permit With over 30 years
prior to construction & avoiding the stop work order. of finance/real estate
Landowner is Lindsey Hagerman. experience!
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Read To Putter - Wednesdays, November 14 & 21, from 3-4 brary, his ties to Cleveland and Herrick’s success as the Am-
Wellington NEWS p.m. Putter visits the library to listen to children as they read. bassador to France. Tim also enjoys speaking engagements on
The American Revolution, The Ford Model T and History of
The children can spend 15 minutes reading a book or story to
[email protected] the library’s friend, Putter, and build their reading skills. Put- American Clocks.
ter is a registered therapy dog that absolutely adores listening Saturday, December 8 - Bicentennial Gala and the debut
to a good story. He does not mind if the child makes reading of Wellington: Then and Now - Dave Conklin and Dottie Cian-
Wellington Genealogy Group mistakes. Stop in to reserve a reading spot or call the library at ciola are producing the documentary, “Wellington: Then and
(440) 647-2120.
Now.” With the help of the Applied Communications students
The Wellington Genealogy Group will meet on Wednes- Writers Group - The Wellington Writers Group meets every at Wellington High School, the team is developing a video in-
day, November 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the LCCC Wellington Cen- other Thursday at the library. November meetings are Novem- trospection of our community and the events and people who’ve
ber 8 & 29 (note: no meeting on November 22, Thanksgiving
ter, located at 151 Commerce Drive. The program this month Day). Upcoming on December 13 is our annual Christmas given it life throughout its 200-year history. Refreshments will
is, “Murders, Mysteries and History of Lorain County, Ohio, group meeting at the home of one of our members. Please call be available following the showing of the documentary.
1824-1956.” November’s speaker will be author Don Hilton, for more information. Registration is a must for this special Workshop Players presents...
who will present a general overview of some of the legal doc- meeting date. Join this group if you have a passion for writing
uments that can be used to track family members, including in all venues. Bring samples of your writing to share with the Night Watch, by Lucille Fletcher, directed by Pat Price. This
criminal court dockets and deeds and tax records. Please join group. New members are welcome. Registration is encourage. thriller is guaranteed to keep audience members on the edge of
us for what is sure to be an enjoyable evening. To register, call the library at (440) 647-2120. their seats. Elaine Wheeler, a troubled insomniac, sees some-
As always, WGG monthly meetings are free and open to the Afternoon Book Discussion - Thursday, November 15,
public. Come and bring a friend. from 2-3 p.m. The afternoon book group will discuss the book thing terrible through a window in a nearby building. It drives
her to the edge of a nervous breakdown as no one, including
Winter coat/apparel drive Carnegie’s Maid, by Marie Benedict. People interested in par- the police, will believe her. John, her husband, and Blanche, her
ticipating in the discussion can check out a copy of the book at
best friend, arrange for her to be admitted to the Rilke Clinic
the library.
Wellington High School is partnering with Schlather Insur- Teen Gaming Day - Saturday, November 24, from 1-4 in Switzerland for treatment of her sleeplessness. Everything
ance Company for a winter coat and apparel drive. p.m. The library is hosting a teen & tween gaming event in builds to a stunning and unexpected climax as the play unfolds.
Winter coats, hats, gloves and scarves are being accepted the Community Room. Teens & tweens, ages 10-17, can spend Come see Kristina Rivera, Kevin Boland, Deb Burrow, Brad
and will be distributed to Wellington students in grades Pre-K the Saturday afternoon after Thanksgiving playing some of the Sales, Jonathan McCleery, Patricia Boone, Bill May, Rachel
through 12 who may not have these items for the upcoming library’s video games and board games with their friends. At- Suhy and Dave Stacko in this brilliantly written play. Show
winter season tendees are encouraged to bring their favorite games to share dates are: November 8, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18. Shows start at
Please make sure donated items are cleaned prior to do- with the group. Register at the library or by calling (440) 647- 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 3 p.m. Doors open 45 min-
nation. Items can be dropped off at Wellington High School, 2120. utes before show time.
located at 629 N. Main Street, in Wellington, or at Schlather ResCare Job Fair - Friday, November 30, from 10 a.m. - 3 Tickets are $15 each. Group rates available. For tickets, call
Insurance Company, 149 E. Herrick Ave., in Wellington. Items p.m. ResCare of Wellington is holding a job fair at the library, the Box Office: at (440) 988-5613 (Box Office hours: 9 a.m.
are being accepted until November 16. in the library’s Community Room, for full and part-time posi- to 7 p.m.)
If anyone is aware of students/families with an immediate tions. ResCare is excited to share an opportunity for you to help Workshop Players is located at 44820 Middle Ridge Road,
need for these items, please contact the high school at (440) those in need to achieve their highest level of independence. in Amherst. [email protected] www.workshop-
647-3734. ResCare LPN’s and Direct Support Professionals assist in the players.com.
Town and Country Club daily activities for the intellectually and developmentally dis- Oberlin Heritage Center events
abled. Contact Phaedra Hess, Human Resources Specialists, at
Town and Country Club will meet at the Elms in Wellington (440) 365-3245 or email [email protected] for more Freedom’s Friends Underground Railroad & Abolition
on Monday, November 5, at 7 p.m. Janet Bird, from the Lorain information. History Walk - Friday, November 9, at 3 p.m. Hear about Ober-
County Historical Society, will present the program “Native Wellington Band Senior of the Week lin’s famous freedom seekers and those known to have helped
Americans,” and will illustrate the way of life of the Wood- them make their way to freedom on the Underground Railroad.
lands tribes of Lorain County. There will be a food drive for This 90-minute guided walking tour, hosted by the Oberlin
Well-Help of Wellington. Guests are welcome to attend at $3 because “it is a great oppor- Heritage Center, includes stories of Oberlin College’s accep-
per person. tunity to learn about respon- tance of African-American students, the town’s connections to
sibility. It pushes you out of
the famous ship Amistad, John Brown’s raid on Harper’s Ferry
Herrick Memorial Library your comfort zone, but it also and local efforts to thwart slave-catchers. Fee is $6 for adults;
lets you prove to yourself that
free to OHC members, college students and children accom-
Play and Learn - Tuesday mornings, November 6, 13, 20 you can do it!” panied by adults. Reservations are needed, even when partici-
& 27, from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Children ages 0-4 and their Grace is also a 3-year pants qualify for free admission. Register at www.oberlinher-
caregivers can enjoy an unstructured play time with a variety of member of NHS and a 2-year itagecenter.org or call (440) 774-1700 for more information.
fun, developmentally appropriate toys that encourage literacy member of the Endowment Program repeats on Saturday, November 10, at 3 p.m.
and learning. This is a great opportunity for the adults and chil- Board, as a class representa- Armistice Day Bell Tolling (Bells of Peace) - On Sunday,
dren to socialize with each other. No registration is required. tive. She is President of the November 11, the Oberlin Heritage Center is participating in a
Library Board Meeting - Tuesday, November 13, at 10:30 Youth Fund of the Commu- nationwide bell-tolling on Armistice Day to honor those who
a.m., the Herrick Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold nity Foundation of Lorain served in World War I, which ended 100 years ago on Novem-
their monthly board meeting in the library’s boardroom. This County and has taken ballet ber 11, 1918. Those who wish to take part can gather at the
meeting is open to the public. for 12 years. Little Red Schoolhouse (behind 73 South Professor Street) a
Learn How to Draw Your Own Comics - Saturday, Novem- Grace Broome Grace’s most memorable few minutes before 11 a.m. for the ceremony and brief remarks.
ber 10, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. A program for comic fans 8-12 This week’s featured se- band experience is when the Free and open to the public. For more information, call (440)
years old. Dirk Drudgler, artist for the Mickey Mart Moose nior is Grace Broome, daugh- color guard lines up in front 774-1700.
comics, will teach the children how to create a comic storyline ter of Nathan & Kari Broome. of the band and dances during “One Step More”: Oberlin Women’s History Walk - Sun-
and draw their own comic book characters. Free comics are Grace has been the Vice Pres- fourth quarter of the home day, November 11, at 1 p.m. Explore how Oberlin confronted
available at this event. Registration is required. Register in the ident of the band for the past football games. and defined issues of femininity in the 19th and 20th centuries
Herrick Memorial Library or by calling the library at (440) 2 years. She is a 3-year squad She would like to thank with this 75-minute guided walking tour hosted by the Oberlin
647-2120. This is a community event sponsored by the Wel- leader of the color guard in her parents and sister Annel- Heritage Center. Fee is $6 for adults; free to OHC members,
lington Mickey Mart. the marching band and also ise, her Aunt Joanna, cousins college students and children accompanied by adults. Reserva-
Celebrate Picture Book Month - Saturday, November 10, Ben & Paul, her grandparents tions are needed, even when participants qualify for free admis-
from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ms. Janet, the library’s Children Librar- plays French horn in the con- and her cat Sam! She plans to sion. Register at www.oberlinheritagecenter.org or call (440)
cert and pep band, in addi-
ian, will be sharing some of her favorite picture books. She tion to playing trumpet in the attend college and graduate in 774-1700 for more information.
invites everyone who has a favorite picture book to bring it to jazz band. Grace would rec- the field of nuclear energy or
share with other listeners. There will be a craft time after the ommend the band program engineering.
book sharing. All ages are welcome. The Library encourages
registering for the event. Register by calling the library at (440) Historical Speaker Series
647-2120.
on’t miss more fantastic performances with the Bicentennial
Historical Speaker Series. All performances are free to the pub-
One Stop lic and begin at 7 p.m. at the Patricia Lindley Center for Per-
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LaGrange NEWS World War 1 and the Poppy RURAL-URBAN RECORD, November 5, 2018 Page 17
[email protected]
I would like to thank our community for participating in
Parents Seminar our Family First Night. As parents and guardians of children
Keystone Local Schools and the Lorain County Board of and young adults in the 21st century, carving time for family
interaction is challenging, amongst the range of working hours,
Health are hosting a seminar for parents, focusing on suicide, extracurricular activities, sports, homework and other daily
depression and mental health. The seminar is being offered obligations. Keystone is cognizant of this fact and on Family
on Thursday, November 8. The seminar will take place from First Night, we do not assign homework nor hold extracurricular
6-8 p.m. in the Keystone High School Cafetorium. The High events or meetings, sports practices or athletic events.
School’s National Honor Society members, FCCLA organiza- A range of studies show the value of family time. Recent re-
tion and Youth-4-Youth students will provide free babysitting search reported that Americans have just 37 minutes of “quality
services during the seminar. The topics: time” as a family on weekdays. The U.S. Department of Health
•Spotting signs and symptoms of depression in young peo- and Human Services cites seven steps to a healthy parent-child
ple relationship, which highlight the importance of spending time
•Risk factors for suicide with family to foster communication, provide positive reinforce-
•Addressing suicide with children & young adults ment, role model, teach social skills, and to bond (U.S. Depart-
•Attaining assistance for at-risk children & young adults ment of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Men-
•Information regarding free countywide mental health train- tal Health Administration).
ings Please plan to join us as we discuss these important issues. Tync Cot Cemetery in Flanders Fields in Belguim. Family time can be having dinner together, taking part in
hobbies, such as drawing and crafts, playing board games, read-
World War 1 was fought in Europe from 1914-18. The Unit- ing together and a range of other valuable and fun activities
Benefit for local boy ed States fought in the last two years of the war. France and (Child Development Institute: Importance of Family Time on
Kids Mental Health and Adjustment to Life).
Belgium saw the majority of the fighting on the Western front.
Friends of 13 year old Chris Ashley are having a benefit Flanders is a region in northern Belgium, near the French bor- Several local businesses joined us in this effort by offering
Spaghetti Dinner to help his family with the unexpected ex- der, between Dunkirk and Ypres. This area saw some of the discounts and promotions on their foods and services: thanks to
pense of his passing. Chris was an 8th grader from Keystone worst fighting of the war. A poem was written by a soldier that Michelle’s Café, LaGrange Convenient, The Depot, The Nest at
Middle School, who took his own life this October, after a memorialized the area. In Flanders Fields was written by Lieu- Grey Hawk, LaGrange IGA, LaGrange East of Chicago Pizza
and Grafton Marco’s Pizza. Keystone is appreciative of this sup-
long battle with depresssion. tenant Colonel John McCrae, a member of the Canadian Army, port, as well as the continual dedication of our parents and local
The benefit in Chris’ memory will be in the gymnasium who died in France in 1918. community. Dan White, Keystone Superintendent (440) 355-
of First Baptist Church, located at 11400 LaGrange Rd., on Poppies are a flower associated with the poem In Flanders 2424 [email protected]
Saturday, November 17, from 1-4 p.m. Tickets for the benefit Fields and World War I. The war ended on November 11, 1918.
dinner are $10 per person and free for ages 3 and younger. Today, November 11th is known as “Veterans Day.” Poppies
Tickets will be sold at LaGrange IGA, in Sentinal Square, are still a symbol of World War 1 and the contributions and
on Saturday, November 3, from 3-4:30 p.m. and from 6-7:30 sacrifices of our nation’s soldiers.
p.m. on November 7. The day will also include basket raffles
and a 50/50 drawing. In Flanders Field
by Lt. Colonel John McCrae
LaGrange Fire and EMS Levy Facts In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
The Township Trustees would like to point out the goals That mark our place; and in the sky
with the passage of this levy: The larks, still bravely singing, fly. Automobile, Homeowners, Small Commerical,
1. To schedule available staff on the EMS department during Farm, Life, Motorcycle & RV Insurances
the third shift from midnights to 8 am on station so they can We are the Dead. Short days ago
respond to emergency calls immediately instead of from their We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Grafton Wellington
residences, which they do now. Loved and were loved, and now we lie
2. To purchase an off-road response vehicle for the Fire De- In Flanders fields. 35881 Grafton Eastern 173 Depot St
partment, which would replace three older vehicles now in ser- 440-926-3312 440-647-6010
vice. These vehicles have an average age of 30 years. Take up our quarrel with the foe:
3. To continue to accept insurance payments in full payment To you from failing hands we throw
for EMS calls to residents. The torch; be yours to hold it high.
It was not an easy decision to ask for an increase in tax- If ye break faith with us who die
es. But to continue to provide professional, quick and modern We shall not sleep, though poppies grow www.beriswillins.com
service to the residents of LaGrange Township for their health
and safety, it is essential to maintain the quality of our Fire LaGrange Township News
and EMS Departments. The current 2.5 mill levy has been in VALLEY CITY
effect since 1987 and it will expire in 2019. It is the only levy Meeting dates - The next meeting of the Township will
in effect for the operation of the Fire and EMS Departments. be a work session on November 5 at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the VISION CENTER
The township has operated on the current millage for 31 years! upcoming levy and other issues. All meetings are held at the
Currently, a homeowner having a home with an assessed Township Hall, 113 South Center Street, unless otherwise an- FAMILY VISION
value of $100,000 pays $73.20 a year for Fire and EMS ser- nounced, and are open to the public. Please visit the LaGrange
vice. With the passage of the new levy, the additional cost to Township website at http://www.lagrangetownshipohio.net for CENTER
the same homeowner will be $49.30 per year, with a total cost all current news, up-to-date meeting minutes and other town-
being $122.50 per year per assessed value of $100,000. ship information. 6621 Center Road
Please consider casting your yes vote to assure continued LaGrange Village Income Tax - We get several calls every Valley City
Fire and Rescue service to the residents of LaGrange Township year about Regional Income Tax in the township. The Town- DN
Dr. Norma Jesse, J
and Village. Submitted by Roberta Moore, Fiscal Officer, La- ship does not collect or receive income tax. This is an income Optometrist 330-483-4035
Grange Township tax collected by the Village of LaGrange to provide funds for
the purposes of general municipal operations, maintenance, WE CARRY A OUTSIDE
new equipment, extension and enlargement of municipal ser-
vices and facilities and capital improvements. It is a levied FULL LINE OF PRESCRIPTIONS
tax on salaries, wages, commissions and other compensation, GLASSES WELCOME
which shall include, but not be limited to, income derived from
gaming, wagering, lotteries or schemes of chance and net prof- Hours: Mon & Thurs 9-7; Tues & Fri 9-5
its. For more information, you can contact the Village office at Closed Sat, Sun & Wed
440-371-2862 355-5555.
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Local Flu Clinic
Can you say this is this the type of and your loved ones, Lo-
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Jennifer was absolutely amazing! Her expertise was invalu- (LCPH) will provide the
flu vaccine in LaGrange on
able to us. We needed to sell our home in order to purchase a Tuesday, November 13, from
new home and the selling price and the purchase price had to 3-5 p.m. at LaGrange United
be in the right ballparks to make this move happen. There were Methodist Church, located at
three families and agents involved and Jennifer made sure 105 W. Main St. No appoint-
everything went timely and smoothly. I’m sure we will move ment is necessary. Bring a
again, once the kids are out of school, and I can assure you photo ID and your insurance
that Jennifer will be my first call. card to the clinic. LCPH ac-
-Jennifer Thomas cepts most private insuranc- Carpentry Limited
Jennifer has been a pleasure to work with in selling our es, Medicare Part B and Med-
icaid. No one will be turned
house. She advised us about what to do to make our house away for inability to pay.
more marketable, how to realistically price it and what to
expect. She has a good feel for the market, with statistics to
back her up. She planned a thorough schedule of events to RLCWA meeting
actively and effectively market the house. She took excellent Rural Lorain County Wa-
photos which showed the house at its best, first posting them ter Authority Policy Com-
on Facebook, then on the Howard Hanna and MLS sites. The mittee will meet on Wednes-
house sold within days of listing at full asking price. Jennifer day, November 7, at 7 p.m.
worked with the buyers to give us enough time to move so that The meeting will be held
our new residence was available. She has responded quickly at the RLCWA office, lo-
cated at 42401 St. Rt. 303,
and knowledgeably to all questions and concerns. She is calm, in LaGrange. For more in-
well-organized, motivated and bright. We highly recommend formation, contact Mr. Joe
Jennifer. Waldecker, General Manager,
-Mary and Fred Behm at (800) 842-1339. www.jmcarpentryltd.com • Fredericksburg, Ohio 44627
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Over 13 years experience. ruralurban@ FOR SALE! IN HOME SERVICE ON
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3 bedroom townhomes with
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hard wood floors. Appliances Masonry step repairs, brick
included. $100 security de- work, stone veneer, tuck-point-
posit; restrictions apply. Call ing, retaining walls. No job too
216-221-1333 . small. Pannell, 440-610-2541.
Grafton, 2Bdr. apartment, 1 Remodeling, siding, drywall
floor. Security deposit. No (hanging & finishing), win-
pets. 440-343-5898 dows, decks. We do it all. 35
yrs. experience. www.val-
LaGrange, Pheasant Run, uetimepaintingandhomeim-
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GOOD THINGS TO EAT J. A. KILBY ENT.
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Available for all occasions trailer service available for FREE ESTIMATES
Call for pricing yard clean-up or construction. 440-935-7842 Residential & Commercial Electrical Service
and availability Call 216-701-2967
440-458-8544 New Work-Replacement-Repairs
COLUMBIA V.F.W HALL TOWN & COUNTRY Tree Ser- •Whole House •Remodeling •Panel Upgrades
vice. Complete tree removal,
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F.O.P. LODGE #54 sale. 440-236-3061. 440-327-3433 ext #3 • www.jakilby.com
Capacity 150-175 Blacktop •Driveways State License/Insured •24/7 Emergency Response
Catering Available PAINTING
36854 Royalton Rd.
(1 mile East of Durkee) Specializing in aluminum & ce- • Parking Lots
Grafton, Ohio dar siding refinishing, decks, EXCAVATING
440-653-7227 wood homes, fences. We do
FULL park with restrooms, 3 it all. www.valuetimepainting. 800-619-7808 (24 hours)
pavilions, air conditioned hall, com. Call Terry, 440-444-5075.
for 25 to 138. Call LaGrange Licensed & insured. Elyria, OH Fax: 440-774-4108 (24 hours) J. A. KILBY ENT.
Lions Club. 440-458-6781. [email protected]
•Plumbing Services •All Phases of Excavation •Sewer
Grafton VFW. Call from 9:30- PETS Replacement (water, gas, storm) •Sanitary Sewer Installation
11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday.
440-926-3341 All Paws Kennel, 24344 Foster •Foundation Waterproofing •Septic and Mound Systems
Rd., Litchfield, 330-648-9509. AUTO SERVICE •All Plumbing Repairs and New Installation
HANDYMAN SERVICES Heated indoor facility, 4 fenced 440-327-3433
exercise yards, custom care.
Dump Truck plus a 20 ft. box $20 per day. Grooming now
available.
trailer. Can deliver or haul or COLUMBIA MARATHON
clean-up service. Fall clean- HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
ups and snow removable. “DOGS
440-506-8567 or 440- 739-0565.
ON
HELP WANTED THE Your Auto or Complete
Mechanic needed, experi- GO” Light Truck Full Mechanical
enced, truck / trailer, full or part- Service Center Repairs
time. Grafton, 440-926-6533. Professional Pet Sitter
Part-time Custodian wanted Loving care for your
at Columbia United Methodist pets while you are
Church, 25453 Royalton Road, 24497 Sprague Rd., •Columbia Station
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custodial duties. Approx. 8-10 Insured & Bonded 440-235-6642
hours per week. Please call
church at 440-236-8822, leave Call Jill: 440-322-7929 440-236-5543
message and phone number
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HOME IMPROVEMENT PAINTING TREE SERVICE
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• Kitchens/Baths Interior/Exterior
• Additions Drywall Install/Repair Jason E. Davis
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•Foundation Replacement •Custom Exterior Siding
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Fertilizers • Fire Wood
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Seth Emerson - Owner
Office: 440-322-2624
Emergency: 440-452-2456
[email protected]
BE READY THIS
WINTER!!
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