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“Celebrating 63 Years of Community Service!”
Volume 64, No. 38 Columbia Station, Ohio March 18, 2019
Imagination Library seeks donations Ida celebrates 100!
Family and friends are
invited to celebrate Ida
Clawson’s 100th Birthday
on Saturday, March 23,
from 1-3 at the Wellington
Eagles, located at 631 South
Main St., in Wellington.
Come wish Ida a won-
derful birthday and remi-
nisce on the past 100 years!
For those who are unable
to make the event, birthday
cards can be sent to her cur- Ida Clawson
rent address at: Keystone itation, 383 Opportunity
Point Health and Rehabil- Way, LaGrange, OH 44050.
Bluebird Basics
Have you ever seen a bluebird? Are you interested in
learning more about these beautiful native songbirds?
On Saturday, March 23, Penny and Fritz Brandau, mem-
bers of the Black River Audubon Society and the Ohio
Bluebird Society, will give a presentation about Eastern
Bluebirds at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Branch Public
Library. The library is located at 35700 Bainbridge Rd.
This program will focus on how to choose the right blue-
The staff at the Grafton-Midview Library in their jeans to raise money for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program in Lorain
County. bird habitat, what features to look for when choosing a blue-
In support of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the staff of the Grafton-Midview Public Library has taken part in bird nest box and how to monitor your nestbox. We will
Denim for Dolly. The staff at the library agreed to pay $1 on Wednesdays, Fridays or Saturdays to wear jeans to work. The also talk about bluebird predators and competitors and will
staff managed to collect nearly $1000 for the Imagination Library. Now, the Imagination Library needs your help. Since show video of the family life of bluebirds. Please join us for
July 1, 2017, the Lorain County Imagination Library has provided over 21,500 books to children ages 0-5 at no cost to a relaxing hour and learn how to welcome bluebirds into
families. Access to books in the home provides a solid foundation for kindergarten readiness and lifelong literacy skills. your life.
Unless you act now, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Lorain County will be ending July 1, 2019, due to overwhelm- Since class size is limited, registration is requested by
ing demand. The project needs 3,800 donors to contribute $25 each in order to continue giving out the books. Stop by calling (440) 670-3684.
GMPL and pick up a donor form today.
SWCD Tree Seedling Sale LCCC hosts Black Balloon Day event
Lorain County Community College’s Caring Advocates
inches in height, and will be for Recovery Education (CARE) Center and CARE Club
sold in packets of five (5) held a memorial program in honor of national Black Balloon
for $8. Flowering perenni- Day on Wednesday, March 6, in the College Center. The
program honored those whose loved ones have died due to
als (Black-Eyed Susan and opioid overdose. Guest speaker Elaine Georgas, Executive
Purple Coneflower) will Director of Lorain County Alcohol and Drug Abuse Ser-
be offered in 3 inch pots vices Board, spoke on the opioid crisis in Lorain County
The Lorain Soil & Wa- for $3 each. They will also and beyond.
ter Conservation District’s sell Rain Garden Kits con- “The event helps us realize that addiction doesn’t have a
(SWCD) annual tree seed- taining an assortment of ten type,” said Al Christian, CARE Center Suicide Prevention
ling sale is scheduled for (10) perennial native plants Specialist. “Addiction doesn’t care if you’re rich or poor,
pick-up on Friday, April in 1.5 gallon pots, which black, white or brown. Addiction affects us all, in some way.
12. Tree species available don’t mind getting “wet Any loss of life is a tragedy.”
will consist of evergreens feet.” Rain gardens are built “The reason this event is so important to me is because we
(Norway Spruce, Colorado in depressions designed have lost too many of our daughters, sons, mothers, fathers,
Blue Spruce and Eastern to capture and filter storm sisters, brothers and friends to the disease of addiction,” said
White Pine), hardwoods & water runoff from imper- CARE Center Project Coordinator Charlene Dellipoala.
deciduous trees (Bald Cy- vious surfaces around the “The event is our way of memorializing those we have
press, Sugar Maple, Swamp home, such as rooftops and lost and saying that we don’t want to lose anymore,” she
White Oak, Red Mulberry driveways. A “Rain Garden said. Some attendees brought photographs and left mes-
and American Persimmon), Manual for Homeowners” sages on a memorial wall inside of the Business building.
plus flowering and fruit is available at the SWCD Guests were encouraged to take home black balloons to dis-
bearing shrubs (Paw-Paw, office at no cost. play outside of their homes.
Flowering Dogwood, Old For more informa- “For those who are left behind after an overdose, life can
Fashioned Lilac and But- tion, call (440) 326-5800 be agonizing, and we have to do better work in recognizing
tonbush). Planting stock or check out our website, that this is a disease and as such, we have to do everything Guest speaker Elaine Georgas
can be used for reforesta- www.lorainswcd.com. For in our power to fight to help those we love recover,” Delli- drug use. Call (440) 366-4848 for more info or visit www.
poala added.
tion, wildlife habitat or additional resources on rain LCCC’s CARE Center for addiction recovery offers lorainccc.edu/care. For more information, contact Al Chris-
landscaping. Seedlings are gardens, visit http://www. counseling, support groups and more for anyone affected by tian at (440) 366-4848.
bare-rooted stock, varying centralohioraingardens.org.
Carlisle 7 Grafton 8 Wellington 14 Classifieds 17
Community Directory Columbia 4 Grafton Twp. 9 Churches 6 Events 2
Eaton 10 LaGrange 12 Profile 13
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LOCAL
Events
March 16-17 March 22 March 24
Summit Racing Auto-Rama A Little Cheese with Brookpark Reptile Show
Visit the largest indoor show- that Wine? Explore and purchase a vari-
case of custom cars, trucks, an- Pair wines and cheeses from ety of turtles, snakes, bearded
tique construction equipment, around the world and learn the dragons, tortoises, frogs, toads,
motorcycles, tractors, planes, history, production and food salamanders, scorpions, taran-
military equipment and more of pairing suggestions with Gary tulas, live and frozen rodents,
its kind in the world. Each year Twining. Cash bar will be avail- bugs, cages, and more. Enjoy
the weekend-long event hosts able. $45. delicious food. Admission: $5
more than 1,000 vehicles! LCCC and kids 4-10 $1.
I-X Center Culinary Arts Institute UAW Hall Local 1250
One I-X Center Drive 5:30pm - 8:30pm 17250 Hummel Rd
Cleveland Brookpark
Hours vary each day 10:00am - 3:00pm March 30 April 6-7 April 12
www.pistonpowershow.com March 23 Seed Starting Lunch Avant-Garde Art & Medina Beer Fest
Frostville’s Winter and Workshop Craft Show Featuring 35+ Craft beers.
Farmers Market A windowsill greenhouse, pot- This large show will feature Regular admission includes 10
Seasonal products, eggs, jams, ting soil, and a variety of seeds artists and crafters selling their beer tasting tickets, food ticket,
jellies, honey, free range meat, to choose from will be provided original handmade items at this and a commemorative tasting
March 17 pastries, tea & coffee & much for a personalized take home beautiful venue! Admission is $3 glass $35. Plus enjoy multiple
raffles, games of chance, mu-
to the public, children under 12
greenhouse. Lunch also pro-
Frostville Pancake more! Also on April 13 & 27. Hoppin Around with the vided. $20 Advance ticket sales are free! A portion of proceeds sic, dancing, and the chance to
Frostville Museum
Breakfast 24101 Cedar Point Rd., Easter Bunny only, 440-864-4654. will benefit local non-profit, win a huge cooler full of over 60
Come enjoy a choice of 2 break- North Olmsted Join Angels Haven Horse Res- Pogie’s Clubhouse Cleveland Kids’ Book Bank. bottles of craft beer. Purchase
fasts. First includes pancakes, 10:00am - 2:00pm cue and enjoy horse rides, an 150 Jefferson St., Ehrnfelt Rec. Center tickets online.
juice, sausage and hot bev- www.frostvillefarmersmarket.com Easter egg hunt (2pm), games, Amherst 18100 Royalton Rd., Williams on the Lake
erages, 2nd Choice includes prizes, snacks and take your 11:00am Strongsville 787 Lafayette Rd.,
Scrambled eggs, sausage, po- own photos. $10 donation www.pogiescatering.com Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm Medina
tatoes, juice and hot bevereag- helps pay for the rescue horses Sun: 11:00am - 5:00pm 6:00pm - 10:00pm
es. takeout available, Adults $7, needs. Call for more info 440- www.mainstreetmedina.com
Kids 10 and under $5. 781-5060. March 31
Frostville Museum Evergreen Farm Local
24101 Cedar Point Rd., 13297 Durkee Rd., Columbia HS Prom
North Olmsted Grafton Spaghetti Dinner
9:00am - 1:00pm March 23-24 1:00pm - 4:00pm The class of 2019 is having a Fish Frys
olmstedhistoricalsociety.org spaghetti dinner fundraiser for
after prom. $10 per person.
Avant-Garde Art & Pasta Paradise Fundraiser Spaghetti, meatballs, salad,
Hinckley Buzzard Craft Show Includes a pasta buffet (Chick- bread, drink and dessert. Also Our Lady Queen of Peace Church Hall
Sunday Large show will feature artists en Al Fredo with Bowtie Pasta; enjoy some raffles. Please 708 Erie St., Grafton. Fridays till April 12 from 5-7 p.m.
See buzzards (turkey vultures) and crafters selling their orig- Mild Italian Sausage with Penne come support our students! Lake Perch, shrimp, pierogies, fries, coleslaw, applesauce,
macaroni & cheese and homemade pies are all available.
come home to roost in the rock inal handmade items. Plus a Pasta; Pasta Bolognese with Four Keys Restaurant Dinners start at $11; Seniors $10. Take out available.
cliffs and ledges in Hinckley. full concession stand by locally Meat Sauce), salad and bread, 34501 E Royalton Rd,
The event includes an early bird owned Billy’s Hut. Admission Italian dessert, and a glass of Columba Station Grafton VFW
hike; skits, songs and stories, $3, children under 12 are free. A house wine or beer. Coffee, tea 4:00pm - 7:00pm 783 Huron St, Grafton. Fridays till April 12 from 5-7 p.m.
displays, crafts, photos, con- portion of proceeds will benefit and soft drinks are also avail- Shrimp, chicken tenders and Lake Erie perch. Carry-outs are
tests and additional hikes. local non-profit, Wigs for Kids. able. $20 Tickets help benefit available by calling 926-3341 after 4 p.m. on the Friday.
Rocky River Memorial Hall
Hinckley Reservation the Lorain Historical Society. LaGrange Lions Park
Off Bellus and State Roads 21016 Hilliard Blvd. Jackalope Lakeside 240 Glendale St., LaGrange. Fridays till April 12 from 4:30-7:30 p.m.
9:00am - 2:30pm Rocky River Restaurant, Lake perch, shrimp (or half & half) with fries, cole slaw and
Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm
BX SERIES 301 Lakeside Ave, bread for $12; half meals will cost $8. They will also have a
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available in person. All tickets available at the door.
www.lorainhistory.org/events
Sewing & Quilt Expo John Knox Presbyterian Church
Original Sewing & Quilt Expo is 25200 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted. Fridays till April 5 from 5-7:30 p.m.
a place to find the latest tech- Baked cod, battered cod, breaded shrimp, shrimp scampi,
battered chicken and macaroni and cheese dinners with two
niques and products, and learn sides, a drink and a large cookie or brownie. Adult dinners start
0 new skills with cutting-edge ed- at $9 and kids’ meals are $7. This year, they have live music
ucation.
60 I-X Center every night!
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Join us for our One I-X Center Drive 25742 Royalton Rd., Col. Station. Fridays till April 19 from 5-8 p.m.
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start at 6 p.m. There will also be a snack bar for drinks, coffee fortable using a mouse to at- rain Public Library System.
Columbia NEWS and donuts and other munchies. tend. Preregistration required. “Like” the library on face-
Please help us with our cause.
Adult Book Discussion - book @Lorain PublicLi-
Julie Petras The Great Alone, by Kristin brarySystem and follow them
[email protected] Hannah. Monday, March 25, on Twitter and Instagram @
at 1 p.m. Copies of the book LorainPLSystem.
are available at the library. The Columbia Library is
Columbia BOE meeting The next Board of Education meeting will take place on New members are welcome. located at 13824 W. River
Wednesday, March 20, at 7 p.m. at CHS, in the Columbia
Road North. To register for
The Columbia Board of Education will meet tonight at 6 Community Foundation Media Center. I make mention of this Preregistration required. with programs or for more infor-
up-to-date
Keep
p.m. for a work session and at 7 p.m. for the regular meeting because prior to this meeting, at 6 p.m., we will have a BOE what’s going on at the Lo- mation, call (440) 236-8751.
in the Columbia High School Media Center. The community is work session. The work session will focus on the future of our
welcome to attend. district as it relates to the housing boom in Columbia Town- Thank you CLSD!
CHS Weekly Calendar ship. Public Finance Resources, a firm hired by CLSD, will be We, at the Columbia Food Center, thank the Columbia
in attendance to provide an analysis of the effect the increase
Monday, March 18: in new construction will have on the district’s enrollment, real School District for partnering with us in a targeted food drive
6 p.m. Girls Basketball banquet. estate revenue levels and state funding, as well as information that coincided with the schools’ Acts of Kindness week. Their
Tuesday, March 19: in regards to a substitute levy. Many changes are taking place in kindness was outstanding! The lower school donated toiletry
6:45 p.m. Academic Banquet at West Side Irish American our town that will affect the future of our schools. Please plan items, the middle school donated cleaning items and the high
Club. on attending this important event. school donated food items! It was a total success and you
Thursday, March 21: We are getting very close to competition and events for our brought in well over 1,000 items! Each of these items is es-
6 p.m. Boys Basketball banquet. spring sports. I would like to wish all of our student-athletes sential and needed by the people who utilize our Food Center.
Friday, March 22: and coaches the best of luck in track, baseball and softball. All We also enjoyed having the Kindergarteners come to our Food
End of third grading period. schedules are posted on the CHS website, under athletics. I Center to learn what we are all about.
Saturday, March 23: hope that you can stop out and support our teams! Go Raiders! Thank you so much! We truly appreciated your generosity
Mohican District Science Fair. This year, Columbia Local Schools will hold its annual and support for our local Food Center!
10 a.m. Track at Olmsted Falls. “State of the Schools” on Wednesday, April 10, at 7 p.m. at Co- CHS Class of 1970 50th Reunion
lumbia Middle School, in the gymnasium. There will be many
Columbia K-8 lunch menu important items discussed about the future of CLSD, including
Week of March 25-29: the new and exciting things that will be offered in our schools Attention Columbia High School Class of 1970: We will
Monday: Breakfast - mini Eggo pancakes; Lunch - Choice in the 2019-20 school year. It is our hope that you can join us on be having our 50th Class Reunion in 2020. We need current
of fiesta pizza, crispy chicken wrap or Italian salad, with broc- this evening to hear the great things happening in our schools. addresses and contact information. Please email: christineber-
We are always looking to improve the quality of the school [email protected] or [email protected].
coli and mixed fruit. district and the services we provide. If you have a suggestion,
Tuesday: Breakfast - Breakfast pizza; Lunch - Choice of
Teriyaki beef dippers, crispy chicken wrap or Italian salad, with question or comment, please feel free to call me at (440) 236- An Evening of Comedy
5008 or email [email protected]. #onceaRaider
seasoned spiral fries and strawberries. Have a great week Raider Nation!
Wednesday: Breakfast - Dutch waffle; Lunch - Choice of The Columbia Station Eagles Auxiliary #4003, located at
spaghetti w/meatballs, crispy chicken wrap or Italian salad, Columbia Garden Club 27190 Royalton Rd., in Columbia Station, will be hosting An
with green beans and pineapple,. Evening of Comedy, on Saturday, March 30. Doors open at 7
Thursday: Breakfast - Pancake wrap; Lunch - Choice of The Columbia Garden Club will be having their March p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. Reserved prepaid tables of six are
chicken nuggets w/roll, crispy chicken wrap or Italian salad, meeting on Tuesday, March 19, at the Columbia Library. The available. Donation is $10 a person. Bring your own snacks.
with corn and warm peach crisp. noon meeting will host speaker Ron Mays from the Lorain Tickets can be purchased at the Club or by calling Linda at
Friday:Breakfast - French toast sticks; Lunch - Choice of County Metro Parks. His topic is “Bees and Honey.” We invite (440) 623-1134.
pizza, crispy chicken wrap or Italian salad, with mixed vegeta- anyone to come to this meeting to learn about bees and honey. MS Walk
bles and apricots. No reservations are required, but it would good to know who
4-H Spaghetti Dinner will be coming just to be sure we have enough chairs setup get all the people suffering from this disease. MS effects 2.9
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Do not for-
for everyone.For more information, call Carolee at (440) 221-
Hoof ‘n’ Hide 4-H Club is having their 14th annual Spaghet- 8169. Light refreshments will be served. million people in the United States. Someone is diagnosed with
ti Dinner on Sunday, April 28, from 12-6 p.m. at the Columbia Columbia Library events MS every hour. Doctors do not know the cause for the disease
V.F.W., located at 25742 Royalton Rd., in Columbia Station. or a cure. The Lorain County MS Walk is on May 18, from 8
a.m.-12 p.m. We would love for you to participate. Call 1-800-
Cost for the dinner is $8 for adults and $5 for children. It’s Spring! - Tuesday, and other graphics, including FIGHT MS to walk or make a donation. Help find a cure for
“Wild and Crazy Bingo” March 19, at 11 a.m. Join in animation and transition ef- MS!
On Saturday, March 23, from 6-10 p.m., there will be a Bin- the fun of welcoming Spring fects. Learn to edit and polish
your presentations with ease.
with stories, crafts, fun and
go fund-raiser at the Valley City VFW, located on Center Rd. games. For ages 2-5. Prereg- Participants need to be com-
For a $10 donation, you will receive your paper cards and a istration required.
dauber. There will be 12 games with great prizes, worth $25 or Teen Crafternoon - Tues-
more, for the winners. There will also be 2 special games, each day, March 19, from 4-5 p.m.
worth a pass for 8 people, (donated by African Safari in San- Teens, come to the library and Dr. Marc Asmar
dusky), a Joe Schobert autographed Browns football and gift flex your creative muscles by
cards for many local stores and organizations who have donat- doing various craft activities.
ed for our cause, which is to assist Veterans and their families. You’ll get to take home your GENERAL AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY
This will be a fun night, but we will only be able to seat 80 creations when you’re done.
die-hard Bingo players. Show up as early as you can to find Preregistration required. Serving the Southwest Cleveland area for over 25 years
your favorite seat. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and Bingo will The Friends of the Co-
lumbia Library, Inc. Meet-
Hosanna Lutheran ing - Tuesday, March 19, at Start your new year off right with a fantastic smile!
6 p.m. Members are encour-
Early Childhood Center aged to attend and volunteer Call Dr. Asmar today!
to help at fund-raising events.
New members and guests are
Registration for the 2019-2020 school welcome to attend and dis- (440) 235-1180
year has begun. Our 3’s class meets on cover how they can become
Tuesday and Friday from 9-11am. Our an active member and help
4’s class meets on Monday, Wednesday the Columbia Branch.
and Thursday from 9-11:30 am. Crafty Adults at the Li-
Hosanna Lutheran Early Childhood brary - Thursdays, March
Center offers faith based classes for 21, April 18 & May 16, from
preschool age children. Our purpose 6-7:30 p.m. Are you a crafter,
is to assist parents with the spiritual, or would you like to be one?
emotional, social, physical and Join us at the library monthly
academic growth of their children.
An age/developmentally appropriate to try new craft projects and
curriculum will be presented in a make new friends. Preregis-
loving, Christian environment. Our 3’s class will be taught tration required.
in an atmosphere that is designed specifically for 3 year olds. PowerPoint for Beginners
Our 4’s class is uniquely created to prepare the 4 year old for - Saturday, March 23, 10:30
Kindergarten at the completion of the year. a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn to
Please call the school at 440-236-8900 with any questions create dynamic presentations
or to schedule a tour. You can also check out our webpage at for any audience. Participants
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Mr. Heidecker reported that the Lorain County Community
Kick Start Your Digital Marketing, a free seminar overview Mr. Musto reported that the collected stormwater fees will Roscoe seeks loving home
of various digital marketing methods that can help with brand pay for the Township’s new Gradall. He cautioned residents unteers say he is very friend-
to be careful. There are companies calling people in Columbia
awareness, customer engagement and lead generation, will be to offer them reduced electric rates. They are misrepresenting ly and playful and certainly
presented by Wendy Stanich. The seminar is at the Willowick themselves as First Energy. They are NOT the electric com- doesn’t know that he is a se-
Public Library, located at 263 E. 305th Street, in Willowick, pany. They are only companies that sell rate reductions. We nior dog! He previously lived
on Monday, March 18, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. To register, email are a NOPEC community. We already get reduced rates on our with two dogs his own size
[email protected] or call (216) 522-4194.
electric consumption. Just hang up. that he did very well with, but
Fiscal Officer’s Financial Request he does not do well with any
animals smaller than he is. He
The Trustees approved the 2019 permanent appropriations
Columbia Trustees Meeting in the amount of $3,283,689.38. also likes kids, but would do
best in a home with older kids
After Community Input, the meeting was adjourned.
The next regular meeting will be on Monday, March 18, at since he is strong and very
7 p.m. in the Town Hall. playful. Make sure you have
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on March 7 lots of toys around because
Roscoe loves his toys! Ros-
in the Town Hall with all three Trustees present and the Fiscal Food for Fines Roscoe coe is a real lover boy with a
Officer, Jackie Ramsey. The minutes of the previous meeting Harvest for Hunger is an annual food and funds drive that Roscoe is an 8-year old gorgeous jet black coat with
were accepted. The Trustees voted to pay the bills and pay- takes place every spring. Second Harvest organizes the cam- male, Pit Bull mix. He weighs white markings and just a tad
roll. The bills amounted to $83,503.09 and payroll amounted paign in partnership with three other food banks in Northern 45 lbs., is neutered and all of gray on his muzzle.
to $44,200.12, bringing the total to $122,703.21. The receipts Ohio, serving a total of 21 counties. The Lorain Public Library caught up on his vaccines. To meet Roscoe, please
totaled $66,865.91. System is proud to again participate as a partner via a “Food for Details were not provided visit or call the Elyria Friend-
Department Reports Fines” program. on how Roscoe came to be ship APL at (440) 322-4321.
The Zoning Inspector reported that out of 6 permits issued, Throughout the month of March, bring a canned good to at Friendship APL, but vol-
5 were for single family dwellings. A violation letter was sent any branch of the Lorain Public Library System for Harvest for
to a resident on Sprague Road in regards to a junk yard. He Hunger and your overdue library fines will be waived!
has been told to either repair or tear down the house on the The “Super Six” most needed food items are: breakfast ce-
property. He has requested a hearing with the Trustees. He real, peanut butter, canned vegetables, canned tuna or chicken, Four Keys Restaurant
will come to the Trustees meeting on April 1 at 7:30 p.m. canned soups or stews and canned entrees. However, the library
Another letter to a resident on Root Road went out for junk asks that patrons not bring boxed or bagged food goods or items
cars. A couple of churches are assisting the residents on the in glass jars; the Food for Fines program is for canned goods New Menu!
N. Station property with the excessive debris; action is on only. Damaged or expired food items will not be accepted. Breakfast Favorites Dinners
hold. There is no case for the Board of Zoning Appeals for $1 per donated item will go to pay down overdue library • Breakfast Burrito • 8 Piece Butterfly Shrimp
March. The Zoning Commission may be setting a public hear- fines. “Food for Fines” does not apply to fees for lost or dam- • Breakfast Skillet • Veggie Burger
ing on uses for Recreational Land. They are also working on aged items. • Stuffed French Toast
the rezoning of the Industrial District along the railroad trac Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio is located • Spaghetti
ks. The Road-Service Director at 5510 Baumhart Road, Lorain, Ohio 44053 and can be con- • Apple Pie Waffle • Chicken Parmesan
obtained a number of traffic cones for the fire department to tacted at (440) 960-2265 or www.secondharvestfoodbank.org. • Homemade Chipped Beef PLUS BEER, WINE
use when out on a call. The new squad vehicle is scheduled to Appetizers & MIXED DRINKS!
come in Monday. The Fire Chief was not available for a report. French Creek Theatre presents...
Rita Plata gave the cemetery report: $275 was received for • Provolone Wedges Lent Specials
burials, $425 was received for the sale of graves and $200 was Little Women, playing Performances are Fridays • Pizza Bites
received for footer fees. March 29 to April 14 in and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. • Loaded Potato Bites
Old Business French Creek’s Ewing The- and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets • Zucchini Fries •Ocean Perch $8.49
The ODOT mileage certification is still not available. atre. are $16 to $18 for adults, and • Fried Green Beans -All you can eat $10.49
New Business From their Concord, Mas- $10 for children under the •Lake Perch 1/2 lb $13.99
A grant was received from NEOSORD to purchase a new sachusetts home in Civil War age of 18. The French Creek • Mac-n-Cheese Wedges
Gradall D152. The cost of he vehicle is $232,000, but it will America, Jo, Meg, Amy and Theatre Box Office is locat- • Loaded Fries •Butterfly Shrimp $9.99
be paid for by the rainwater fees collected. The Trustees voted Beth March plan their fu- ed at 4530 Colorado Ave., in PARTY ROOM Like us on Facebook
to purchase, in an amount not to exceed $2000, a radio from tures, but the present time is Sheffield Village, and is open AVAILABLE! for Daily Specials!
VASU Communications for the new snowplow. There is no what they’ll cherish forever. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily, or
Columbia Homecoming this year. The Chamber of Commerce Woven together with each call (440) 949-5200, ext. 221. Delivery and Carryout available
usually sponsors it and they could not get enough volunteers sister’s unique flaws, hopes Tickets can also be purchased 34501 E Royalton Rd. Columbia Station 440-236-8688
to run it. and dreams, the classic novel online by visiting www.met- Mon-Sat: 6am-9pm & Sun: 6am-2:30pm
Mon-Sat: 6am-9pm & Sun: 6am-2:30pm
Committee Reports gets the musical treatment in roparks.cc/theatre.
Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Township this vibrant and stirring adap-
Association will meet March 21 with the Northeast Township tation of Louisa May Alcott’s
Association in Sheffield Twp. The Rocky River Watershed timeless celebration of a fam-
Council will be working on a restoration project behind the ily unbroken by life’s trials.
Strongsville Rec Center on March 30. RLCWA is considering Handicap accessible and
having the water meters read by air. equipped with assistive lis-
tening devices.
French Creek Theatre
PUBLIC HEARING continues its tradition of hon-
oring the work of its actors
COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP and crew with an Opening
ZONING COMMISSION Night Reception on March
29, immediately following
The Columbia Township Zoning Commission will the performance. Audiences
hold a public hearing on three proposed amendments to are invited to enjoy compli-
the Columbia Township Zoning Resolution. These zoning mentary refreshments along-
amendments were initiated by the Columbia Township side the show’s creative team.
Zoning Commission. The public hearings will be held at
the Columbia Town Hall on Thursday, April 4, 2019, and New hope for
are scheduled as follows: Zoning Amendment 2019-01,
7:00 p.m.; Zoning Amendment 2019-02, 7:15 p.m.; and suicide among
Zoning Amendment 2019-03, 7:30 p.m. The Columbia veterans
Town Hall is located at 25490 Royalton Road, Columbia
Station. President Trump will be
Zoning Amendment 2019-01 – Zoning Amendment signing a new executive or-
2019-01 proposes minor wording changes to Article 8.54 der addressing the problem
Permitted Uses in the Recreational District, Item 6. of suicide among our na-
Zoning Amendment 2019-02 – Zoning Amendment tion’s veterans. The initiative
2019-02 proposes minor wording changes to Article is dubbed “The President’s
14.017 Maximum Net Density: Units on Any One Acre. Roadmap to Empower Veter-
Article 14.017 addresses density in PRDD1, PRDD2 and ans and End a National Trag-
PRDD3. edy of Suicide.”
This zoning amendment removes the following This is the latest in a se-
wording from Article 14.071: “An imaginary square, ries of steps that have been
approximately 209 feet by 209 feet, shall be used to taken by the administration to
determine the maximum number of units on any one acre address the problem, which
of the site.” claims an estimated 20 vet-
Zoning Amendment 2019-03 – Zoning Amendment erans’ lives every day. Last
2019-03 proposes a minor wording change to Article 4.00 year, the president signed a
(Non-conforming Uses) Intent: The proposed zoning in separate executive order pro-
pertinent part would read: “It is the intent of this resolution viding more counseling and
to permit these non-conformities to continue until they mental health care for recent-
are removed.” The current zoning in pertinent part reads ly separated service members
“It is the intent of this resolution to permit these non- who face a significantly high-
conformities to continue until they are removed, but not er risk of suicide than other
encourage their survival.” military groups.
This zoning amendment removes “but not encourage As progress on these ini-
their survival” from Article 4.00 Intent. tiatives continues, veterans
These zoning amendments have been submitted to the facing any type of mental or
Lorain County Community Development Department and emotional distress can contact
Lorain County Planning Commission for their comments. the Veteran Crisis Line at any
Following this public hearing, these zoning amendments time by dialing 1-800-273-
will be submitted to the Board of Trustees for further 8255 and selecting option
action. Questions can be directed to the Zoning Inspector 1 for a VA staffer. Veterans,
at 440-236-8802. troops or their families mem-
Notice Given By: bers can also text 838255 or
Rita J. Plata, Administrative Assistant visit VeteransCrisisLine.net
for assistance.
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The Rural-Urban Record Outreach services at Fields UMC
Published Weekly on Monday Fields United Methodist Church of North Ridgeville is now
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter live streaming the Sunday 9 a.m. traditional and 11 a.m. con-
Founders 1955 temporary service to provide an opportunity for anyone with
an internet connection to share in the message of Jesus Christ
Lee Boise, Publisher & President and Christian salvation. Services can be watched live via the
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 internet:
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/FieldsUnitedMeth-
Mailing Address: odistChurch/
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/FieldsUMC/vid-
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station eos The church web page – https://www.fieldsumc.org/lives-
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 treaming/
Email: [email protected] For the Boxcast app on Apple Tv, Roku and Fire TV, search
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com for Fields United Methodist Church
The Sharefaith app – search for Fields United Methodist
DEADLINE: Church and click the links tab.
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm Fields UMC has partnered with Boxcast to provide a clean,
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Weds., 9-4 • Thurs. 9-1 clear, unedited broadcast of each worship service as long as the
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year church technology is solid and steady. Services are accessible
anywhere through an internet connection and are also archived
to be watched at a later date if you miss the live broadcast. All
Acoustic Showcase are welcome to participate in worship at the church or via our ST. JOHN
livestream.
North Eaton Christian Church will present local songwriters For more information, contact the church office at (440) LUTHERAN CHURCH
in an in-the-round acoustic showcase of original music on Sun- 327-8753. 1140 W. River N.•Elyria •324-4070
SERVICE TIMES:
day, April 7, at 3 p.m. The event is part of a monthly concert 5:00pm Saturday
series the church is hosting to help raise funds for a new roof. GriefShare 9:00am Sunday
The hour-long concert will feature members of Cleveland COLUMBIA UNITED Rev. Bill Mugnolo
Songwriters, a group of local writers and performers who meet GriefShare is a Faith based support group for those who METHODIST
each month to showcase and critique original material, share have lost a loved one. They offer support, comfort and guid- CHURCH
writing and performance tips, and network for gig and song ance through shared experiences, providing encouragement Worship Service Church of Christ
placement opportunities. The audience will have the opportu- and hope for joy in your future. They meet at Christ Church, Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
nity to write comments about the songs presented, which will located at 23080 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station, on Tues- 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
later be shared with the artists. Favorite performers of the af- day evenings, from 6:30-8 p.m. or Tuesday mornings, from 10- Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
ternoon will be given featured performance dates later in the 11:30 a.m. through May 14. during Worship Service 211 Forest St., LaGrange
series. A dessert reception will follow the concert, allowing the Bring a friend if you’d like. For more information or to reg- 25453 ROYALTON ROAD 440-355-6872
audience to speak with the performers and do some networking ister, please visit www.griefshare.org or contact Pastor Domi- COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO
of their own. nic Verdell at (440) 236-8282. Pastor Matt Merriman GRAFTON UNITED
North Eaton Christian Church is located at 35895 Royalton 236-8822
METHODIST CHURCH
Rd., in Eaton Township. The church offers a free community Community Cupboard Dinner 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
meal on the 4th Tuesday each month, grocery assistance, and [email protected] 10:00am Worship
has served as a warming shelter during severe weather. You are invited to join Spencer United Methodist Church www.columbiaumc.org Children’s Wednesday Program
For more information about the concert, visit www.neccdis- for their second annual Spencer Community Cupboard Dinner Gr. 3-12, 4:30-6:30pm
ciples.com or call (440) 748-2230. and Silent Auction on Saturday, April 6, at 5 p.m. Tickets are Dinner Included
$25 per person, and this year, they are also offering to-go meal “Welcome Home” Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
Free Blood Pressure Screening tickets for the same price as dine-in tickets to ensure you are New Life Wesleyan Church NORTH
able to support the Cupboard. To secure your tickets, please
Free Blood Pressure Screening and routine blood work will call Mary Beth Clement at (440) 289-5012. Tickets are on sale 11149 West River Rd. EATON
be done at First Baptist Church of Lagrange, located at 200 through March 25 and seating at the event is limited, so reserve Columbia Station CHRISTIAN
Church St., on Saturday, March 23, from 8-10:30 a.m. in the your tickets today. They are also soliciting donations for the
church foyer. Everyone is welcome. silent auction. If you are interested in donating something for a SUNDAY 9 am CHURCH
Blood work includes: electrolytes, kidney and liver func- basket, an entire basket to auction off in the silent auction, or to Adult Bible Study (Disciples)
tion tests, lipids, TSH (thyroid), HgA1C (blood sugar screen- make a monetary donation, please contact Mary Beth at (440) Rt. 82 & 83
ing) and PSA (for men only). Fasting is encouraged. No ap- 289-5012. Your name will be listed in our program as well as SUNDAY 10 am 440-748-2230
pointment necessary. Results will be mailed to you and to your with the item you donated for the auction. They are accepting Worship & Children’s Church www.neccdisciples.com
physician through the Mercy Parish Nursing. donations until April 1. Thank you for your continued support WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm Worship Services
For more information, call (440) 355-4015. of the Spencer Community Cupboard. Bible Study 8:00 am & 10:30 am
Amazing Love Nut & Poppyseed Rolls Youth Group, Kids Club Sunday School
Saint Vincent de Paul Altar & Rosary Society is taking nut Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor 9:00 am
Fellowship Church of Wellington, will be re-enacting Holy and poppyseed roll orders until March 31. Rolls are $10 each Rev. John Bodo Polly Tallos
Week in Jerusalem, starting with Palm Sunday ending with the and will be available for pick up on Friday and Saturday, April - Associate Pastor Christian Ed. & Youth Director
Crucifixion of Jesus. Early Easter Morning Sunday worship in 12 and 13, from 12- 5 p.m. in the church basement, located at Rev. David Chafin
the Park will end with the Resurrection of Jesus. Join us for this 41295 North Ridge Rd., in Elyria. Elevator accessible. To place 440-236-8600 Interim Minister
fabulous weekend of Worship and Praise! Wednesday, April your orders, please call (440) 277-6203, (440) 324-2775 or you www.nlwesleyan.org
17, Amazing Love, ‘The Crucifixion,’ at 7 p.m. at Howk Park; may send an email to: [email protected].
Sunday, April 21, Amazing Love. ‘The Resurrection, at 9 a.m.
at Howk Park. Bleacher seating will be available. Living Stations of the Cross
For more information, call Fellowship Church at (419) 651- St. Elizabeth
1487 or Darlene Neptune at (239) 398-0030. The Elyria Catholic Campus Ministry announces the 2019 Ann Seton
Passion Walk event schedule of the Living Stations of the Cross. A cast of dedicated Catholic Parish
high school students from Elyria Catholic are carrying on the
25801 Royalton Rd.
The week before Easter, Holy Week, is marked by remem- tradition of the production, which has been presented for 22 Columbia Station, OH
bering the passion of Christ, from the last supper with his disci- years. Every year, the students travel all over the western part Sacrament of Reconciliation
of the Diocese of Cleveland to present this prayer experience.
ples, to his crucifixion on Good Friday. Zion Lutheran Church, This year our students will be traveling to the following parish- (Confession)
Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
in Valley City, will dramatize these events in their eleventh an- es: March 22 - St. Jude Parish, Elyria; March 29 - St. Ladislas Anytime by Appointment
nual Passion Walk on April 13 and 14. Parish, Westlake; March 31 - St. Mary Parish, Elyria; April 5 Weekend Masses
The Jerusalem marketplace opens at 6:15 p.m. and while Sat. 5 p.m.
visitors wait for their walk to begin, they can experience a little - Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, South Amherst; April Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
7 - St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Lorain; April 12 - Cathedral
of the sights, sounds and culture of 30 AD. The first group will of St. John the Evangelist, Cleveland; April 14 - Sacred Heart 440-236-5095
leave at 6:30 p.m. and will walk from scene to scene in the Chapel, Lorain. www.seascolumbiastation.org
church as they witness the Last Supper, Jesus in the Garden of All performances begin at 7 p.m.
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courtyard, Jesus before Pilate, the crucifixion of Jesus and the Our Lady Queen of Peace
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Carlisle NEWS physicians, educators, parents and caregivers who work with •Phone: Use the code LORAIN when calling the Film Festi-
The course is ideal for nurses, social workers, counselors,
[email protected] individuals with prenatal exposure to alcohol or drugs. Session val Box Office at 877.304.FILM (3456).
1 will cover basic facts on FASD, characteristics, and chrono- •In-person: Use the code LORAIN at the Film Festival Box
Plum Creek Garden Club logical vs. developmental age. Session 2 will cover neurolog- Office in the Tower City Cinemas lobby.
ical issues, brain-based behaviors of FASD, and coping skills.
For more information regarding this film specifically, visit
Developing effective strategies for FASD, advocacy, and find- https://www.clevelandfilm.org/films/2019/toni-morrison-the-
The Plum Creek Garden Club will be meeting at the Carl- ing resources will be discussed in Session 3. And Session 4 pieces-i-am.
isle Reservation, located at 12882 LaGrange Rd., on Tuesday, will cover advocacy in schools and out in the community, disci-
March 19, at 7 p.m. The topic this month will be making maple pline, as well as daily living and future planning for individuals Britney seeks loving home
syrup. The meeting is open to the public. with FASD.
The course is free, but space is limited. For more informa-
AAUW Meeting tion, call Kathy Bevaque at (440) 284-3655 or email her at Road, in Elyria.
Hours are Sunday
[email protected]. 11-3, closed Mon-
Amish Life will be the topic for the March 18 meeting of the day, Tuesday and
Elyria American Association of University Women (AAUW). Thursday from 11-
The program is being presented by retired professor, Dr. Grover Adult Softball Leagues 6:30 and Wednes-
Zinn, at 7 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, located at 9685 East Registration is now open for Elyria’s Adult Summer Soft- day, Friday and
River Street, in Elyria. All are welcome. A business meeting ball Leagues. Team registration will be accepted until April 17. Saturday from 11-
and refreshments to follow the program. League play will start the week of April 28. Teams can sign up 4:30. Britney and
If you are attending a college or university or have attended, all the kittens/cats
please join us. Our purpose is to advance equity for women and at the Parks & Recreation Department office in City Hall or at currently available
www.cityofelyria.org/department/parks/.
girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. for adoption can
We could use your help. Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Britney be seen at www.
Autism program It’s scary being a tiny two- cats. friendshipapl.org/
Friends of the Metro Parks of Lorain County present their year old Tortoiseshell outside All cats receive one or
A program entitled “Autism... One piece at a time,” will annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theater “Molly Howard is no on your own. Britney feels more vaccinations, a basic
be held Thursday, March 21, from 6-8 p.m. at Murray Ridge more,” by Toby Otero. The dinner theater will be on Fridays safer every day that she is veterinary examination, are
School, located at 9750 S. Murray Ridge Rd., in Elyria. and Saturdays, May 10, 11, 17 & 18. Seating is at 6:30 p.m. inside, but will still hesitate wormed and spayed/neutered
The free event, open to parents, professionals and communi- and dinner starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person or $58 per a little when you first meet and feline leukemia tested.
ty members, will feature resources from several area organiza- couple. Group rates are available. The event is at the Carlisle her. She might be hiding, Kittens under a year old are
tions as well as a presentation by Martiza Molis, author of the Visitor Center, located at 12882 Diagonal Road, in LaGrange. but please don’t walk by this $60 and cats over a year are
book Autism in Our Home: The Making of a Bittersweet Fami- For reservations or more information, please call (216) 544- pretty girl. Give her a little only $25. Senior cats (8 years
ly, which is an essential reference for overwhelmed families of 3865. time to show her that you can and up) are FREE for people
children with autism. be trusted and then she will 60 years and up. All kittens/
RSVPs are preferred, but not required. To RSVP, email EI@ Library offers discount snuggle in and purr. Britney cats over 3 months old are
murrayridgecenter.org or call (440) 284-3655. For questions, can be adopted at Friendship also micro-chipped.
contact Heather Knoble or Stacie Starr at (440) 329-3760. on special showing APL, 8303 Murray Ridge
FASD program Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am, offers an intimate portrait
of an American icon whose early life was shaped here in Lo-
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are conditions rain, Ohio. The film will be shown as part of the Cleveland
caused by a woman drinking alcohol during pregnancy. The International Film Festival at Tower City Cinemas on Friday,
alcohol in the mother’s blood passes to the baby through the April 5, at 8:25 p.m. and again on Saturday, April 6, at 9 a.m.
umbilical cord - meaning that when a woman drinks alcohol, so As a proud Community Partner of the 43rd Cleveland In-
does her baby, who as a result may suffer serious physical and ternational Film Festival, the Lorain Public Library System
intellectual harm. is pleased to offer our patrons a $1 discount per ticket pur-
To help individuals learn more about FASD - and how best chased. Tickets are now on sale at $14 for CIFF members, $16
to work with those affected to help them reach their fullest po- for non-members and $14 for students and seniors (in-person
tential – Murray Ridge Developmental Specialist Kathy Beva- only). Use the code LORAIN for a savings of $1 off of these
que is conducting a free, 4-session course on FASDs from 6-9 prices per ticket. The discount is not valid for opening night
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Grafton NEWS Fleet Hometown news are available at GMPL on many Tuesdays and Thursdays. Visit
Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 U.S. Air Force Airman the GMPL online calendar to check on available times or call
the library.
[email protected] 1st Class Austin J. Wilson
graduated from basic military Midview Tennis fund-raiser
St. Mary’s Cemetery Clean-up training at Joint Base San An- Midview Tennis will have a Zumbathon fund-raiser on Sun-
tonio-Lackland, in San Anto-
nio, Texas. day, March 24, from 1-3 p.m. at Lorain County Community
Caretakers of St. Mary’s Cemetery, in Grafton, ask that all The airman completed an College, located at 1005 Abbe Rd. N., in Elyria, in the HPER
decorations be removed from the cemetery by the weekend of intensive, 8-week program Dept.
March 30/31. Any decorations left after March 31 will be dis- that included training in mil- Donation is $10 per person for pre-registering by 3/23 or
carded. The cemetery will then be prepared for Easter. New itary discipline and studies, $15 per person at the door. Pre-register online at www.sign-
decorations may be placed starting on April 7. Air Force core values, phys- meup.com/ZumbaTennis (transaction fees online), or mail/drop
Hot Stove Reverse Raffle ical fitness and basic warfare off to Midview Tennis (Elyria Print), 325 Lake Ave., in Elyria.
principles and skills. Airmen
Cash or checks should be made payable to “Midview Athletic
Grafton Hot Stove will be sponsoring their first annual Re- who complete basic train- Boosters.”
ing also earn four credits to-
Door prizes, goody bags, bananas and water will be provid-
verse Raffle on Saturday, April 13, at 5:30 p.m. at Ruby’s Hall, ward an associate in applied ed. All proceeds benefit the Midview Tennis Program. Printable
located at 36709 Royalton Road, in Grafton. Tickets are $40 science degree through the Austin J. Wilson flier can be found at www.midviewk12.org/Athletics.aspx.
and include choice of a chicken or steak dinner, beer and wash Community College of the of Midview High School. If you have any questions, email Coach Michelle Carey at
and a main raffle ticket. There will also be side boards, raffle Air Force. Congratulations! [email protected].
baskets and more. For tickets or questions, please contact Jeff Austin is a 2018 graduate
Hensley at [email protected]. All proceeds Horse Rescue fund-raiser
support Grafton Hot Stove. Grafton-Midview Library
Please come join the horses of Angels Haven Horse Rescue
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny for a Hoppin’ Around the Barn good time. This fun event takes
For more information or to register for programs, stop into place on Sunday, March 24, from 1-4 p.m. at Evergreen Farm,
A Pancake Breakfast will be held at V.F.W. Post #3341, lo- the library at 983 Main Street, call (440) 926-3317 or log onto
cated at 781 Huron St., in Grafton, on Sunday, April 14, from 9 www.gmplibrary.org. Registration is required for most pro- located at 13297 Durkee Road, in Grafton.
a.m. - 1 p.m. You can have a delicious Pancake Breakfast and grams. Please note the location of each March program. If driv- Enjoy horse rides, an Easter egg hunt (2 p.m. start), games
see the Easter Bunny too! Breakfast includes pancakes, scram- ing directions are needed, call the library at 926-3317. and prizes, snacks and a photo opportunity with the Easter bun-
bled eggs, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. Price is $6/adults, Video Game Day - Thursday, March 21, at 3 p.m. Join us for ny (bring your camera).
$5/seniors, $5/children 4-10 and 3-years old and under eat free. a day of video and arcade games at the Grafton Health, Fitness There is a $10 donation for participants; for all others, a $5
You can also enjoy a dessert from our bake sale. & Events Center! Please arrive early. Food will be served in the admission donation. The event occurs rain or shine.
The kids can enjoy coloring and craft making, along with upper game room before proceeding to the video game room.
having their picture taken with the Easter Bunny for $5. All No food will be allowed in the video game room. Participants
proceeds benefit the Cpl. Brad D. Squires Scholarship Fund need to fill out a waiver with a parent’s signature prior to the
and Purple Heart Homes of Northeast Ohio. event. The waiver may be printed from the Grafton Health, Fit-
For more information, call (440) 823-3993. ness & Events Center website or may be filled out by a parent Important events are happening this week in Midview. On
Music students participate at the time of the event. *Space is limited - please register early. Monday, March 18, a select group of Midview High School
Registration is required and will end on Wednesday, March 20.
juniors and seniors will be inducted into the National Honor
in contest at 6:30 p.m. Think in shades of green because we’ll be painting Society (NHS), which is the nation’s premier organization es-
Adult Craft Night - Rock Painting - Thursday, March 21,
tablished to recognize outstanding high school students. More
Here are results from sev- rocks like cacti and arranging them in small terra cotta pots! than just an honor roll, NHS recognizes those students who
eral school and private music This program is held at Grafton Township Hall. have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, ser-
programs: InbeTWEENers - Thursday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. How vice, leadership and character. I am so proud of these students
-St. Mary School, Elyria: many rubber bands are needed to make a bungee jump cord and the leadership they have shown in our schools and in our
Elizabeth Neal and Brook- for a Barbie? What exactly is in fizzy moon sand? Is it possible community.
lynn Neal - clarinet and to build an unsinkable boat with materials you already have Then, on Thursday, March 21, we welcome some of our
trumpet duet - excellent; around your house? Discover the answers to these questions youngest learners for Kindergarten Registration Night, begin-
Brooklynn Neal - clarinet and more at this monthly program especially for ages 8-12. ning at 5 p.m. at North Elementary. During the evening, parents
solo - excellent; Brooklynn Each month we’ll do some building, brainstorming and bond- can register their child, tour the building and meet the Prin-
Neal - piano solo - good; and ing (and have a snack) at Eaton Township Hall. cipals and teachers. We look forward to meeting the newest
Nora Taylor - saxophone solo Block Party - Tuesday, March 26, at 6:30 p.m. Who can Midview Middies and their families!
- excellent. build the tallest LEGO brick tower? Who can make a marble I also invite you to attend the second Middie Mania Talent
-St. Jude School, Elyria: maze? Spend some time completing a LEGO brick challenge or Show of the year at Midview High School on Saturday, March
Dave Griffith - trumpet solo just come and build something on your own. GMPL will supply 23, at 7 p.m.
- excellent; Owen Hoersten all the LEGO bricks you need. This program will take place at Also, a reminder that March 21 is an early release day for
- trumpet solo - superior: Eaton Township Hall. students. This means there is no afternoon preschool. There is
Griffith and Hoersten - trum- Adult Book Discussion - Wednesday, March 27, 10 a.m. or also no school for students on Friday, March 22, as that is a
Emily Amato, a participant in the pet duet - excellent; Matthew Thursday, March 28, at 6:30 p.m. Join us every other month professional development day for staff.
Lorain County Solo and Ensem- for a lively discussion of a chosen book. Copies of the book
ble Contest, received a superior Kinosh - clarinet solo - good; Have a great week!
rating with a flute solo. Zsofice Walzcak - violin solo are available to pick up from the library’s front desk. Light re- Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353
freshments served. This program is held at Our Lady Queen of
Several area music stu- - superior; and Melaina Santo Peace Parish Hall.
dents recently participated in Domingo - piano solo - supe- Music & Movement - Wednesday, March 27, at 10:30 a.m. Night at the Races
rior.
the Lorain County Solo and -Jeanne Boey’s piano stu- Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to feel the beat! This
Ensemble Contest held at dents/Barbara Lipian’s voice music-based storytime for children ages 3-6 will be full of Midview Bands will be holding their annual Night at the
Firelands High School. Spon- students: Hayden Winslow - dancing, singing and getting those wiggles out. This program Races on Saturday, March 23, at the Lodge of New Russia
sored by the Education Ser- piano - superior plus; Alison takes place at Grafton Township Hall. Township, 46300 Butternut Ridge Road, in Oberlin. The doors
vices Center of Lorain Coun- Winslow, Patrick Boey and Traveling Tech Tutor - Friday, March 29, at 11 a.m. GMPL will open at 5:30 p.m. with post time being 7:30 p.m. Tickets
ty, student musicians practice Brianna Boey - piano - su- is taking Tech Tutor on the road in February, March and April! are $25 and include buffet dinner, soft drinks and beer. Atttend-
skills and a qualifying piece perior; Sarah Sheldon and We will be at the Eaton Township Hall on select Fridays from ees should be 21 years of age or older. Additional beverages
of music to play before pro- Kelsey Kovacs - piano - ex- 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in conjunction the AARP Tax-Aide Program may be brought in by ticket holders. There will be gift basket
fessional musician judges. cellent; and Brianna Boey - this year. Come to file your taxes and then stop to ask a tech raffles, 50/50 raffles and sideboards. Tickets may be purchased
Students are entered in either vocal solo - superior. question before or after your appointment, during the sched- from any high school band member, Midview Band Booster
junior high school or high -St. Joseph School, Am- uled hours. You do not need a tax prep appointment to use Tech
school divisions. Musicians herst: Emily Amato, a resi- Tutor. Questions about tablets, computers, smart phone ware,
can perform as a solo artists dent of Carlisle Township, email, Internet and more are welcome. GMPL Tech Tutor is
or in small groups. Judges performed a flute Solo “Lar- here to help find answers to your questions and get you more
then offer suggestions as to go,” by VIvialdi and received comfortable with the technology you use. We encourage you
how to be a better musician a superior (I) rating. She is in to bring your laptop or device, however the library will have
and give each a rating. the seventh grade. a laptop and hotspot available during the program hours. No Restaurant
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members or with a mail in order form available on the Mid-
view Bands web page. Horses and program advertising are also Grafton Twp. NEWS Elyria Rotary Club Scholarship - This privately funded
available. Horses are $20 each. The name of the horse and the Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 scholarship will reward a local student who is actively involved
horse’s owner will be printed in the program and announced. [email protected] in community service and has shown success in his or her aca-
Winning horses net the owner $50. Horses in the last race will demic endeavors. The scholarship has a total value of $20,000,
be auctioned at the event. Program advertisements are $25 for payable up to $5,000 per year tuition at a baccalaureate institu-
business card size, $50 for half page and $100 for full page. Belden B’s & G’s 4-H Club tion. Deadline is April 19.
Band Sponsorships are also available - Silver level is $250 and Other scholarships are still currently available in your Guid-
Gold level is $500. All proceeds from the event will benefit all The Belden B’s & G’s 4-H Club has a long history of mem- ance Office.
the Midview Schools’ Band Programs. For more information bership from boys and girls from Grafton Village, Grafton
and order forms, visit the Midview Bands web site at http:// Township, Eaton Township and Carlisle Township. The 4-H Lorain County Historical Society
www.midviewband.com. Program is open to ages 5-18. The Belden B’s & G’s 4-H Club special program
Menner advances to finals will hold their first meeting on Wednesday, March 27, from 7-8
p.m. at the Grafton Township Hall on St. Rt. 83 at St. Rt. 303.
If you have any questions, please contact Emily at (440)-864- The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) announces
dinary placement scores. 2391. a new program about famous sister Katharine Wright Haskell
Recently, Menner received at the Lorain County History Center on Tuesday, March 26, in
a perfect score of 36 on the MHS Guidance news honor of Women’s History Month.
ACT and a perfect score of An 1898 graduate of Oberlin College, Katharine Wright
1600 on the SAT. A third The ACT Test is April 13, with late registration until March Haskell was the youngest of the Wright siblings and was par-
generation student of Elyria 25. ticularly close to her brothers, Orville and Wilbur. She was a
Catholic High School, Men- The SAT Test is May 4, with a registration deadline of April Latin and English teacher for a high school in Dayton, Ohio,
ner is enrolled in Advanced 5, and late registration until April 24. for about ten years, leaving to nurse Orville back to health fol-
Placement classes in history, The following scholarship information & scholarships are lowing an airplane crash, and then traveled with her brothers in
government, calculus, phys- available in the Student Services Office or online: France to demonstrate and sell their planes. She was also active
ics, chemistry and English. Beriswill Insurance Agency, Inc. Scholarship - A scholar- politically and socially, with her suffragist activities reported
He is also taking three on- ship in the amount of $500 will be awarded to a graduating in the Dayton Daily News in the 1910s. Katharine also contin-
line classes through Lorain senior who wishes to pursue a degree of a business nature at a ued her relationship with Oberlin throughout her life, including
County Community College. college, university, or trade school in the fall 2019. Deadline is leadership of the alumni group and election to the College’s
Menner is a piano player for April 1. Board of Trustees. She and her husband, Henry Haskell of
the Godsquad choir, the mu- The William D. Squires Scholarship - 15-$4,000 renew- Kansas City, Missouri, had first met when they were attending
sic director for the Living able scholarships will be awarded to Ohio seniors in the class Oberlin College as students. They had only been married for
Stations of the Cross, a 4-year of 2019. Scholarship eligibility is primarily based upon finan- two years when Katharine died of pneumonia at the age of 54.
member of the baseball team, On Tuesday, March 26, at 7 p.m., at the Lorain County His-
Maxwell Menner cial need. The EFC on your FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR)
president of the National must be less than 7,000 to apply. Applications are available at tory Center, LCHS educator Anne Michael will present a look
Honor Society, a member of at Katharine and her fascinating life. The History Center is lo-
Elyria Catholic High the Science Olympiad and www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org. Applications will be accept- cated at 284 Washington Avenue, in Elyria. This presentation
School senior, Maxwell Men- Model UN. He plans to pur- ed until to April 5. is free and open to the public. There is ample parking and the
ner, who was named a semi sue a degree in Aerospace En- Joel McRoberts Memorial Scholarship - This Lorain Soil building is handicap accessible. Contact LCHS at 440-322-
finalist in the 2019 National gineering at the University of & Water Conservation District scholarship is a $1,000 schol- 3341 or [email protected] for more information. Come celebrate
Merit Scholarship Program in Alabama. Menner is the son arship. Applicants must be enrolled in an agricultural or natu- Women’s History Month with LCHS!
January has now been named of Andy and Laurie Menner ral resource related field for the fall semester 2019 at a two or
a finalist. His advancement of Amherst. four-year college or university in Ohio as a full-time student.
may be due to his extraor- Deadline is April 19. KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS
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Page 10, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 18, 2019 “Incredible Edibles Workshop”
•Veterans (living or deceased) in Eaton Township (for at
Eaton NEWS least 1 year of their life) that would like their name to be en-
[email protected] graved on our Veterans Memorial Wall/Bench should contact Join OSU Extension and the OSU Master Gardener Vol-
the town hall at (440) 748-2236. Cost is $50. unteers for their Spring Children’s Workshop “Incredible Edi-
bles,” on Sunday, May 5, from 2-4 p.m., where your child will
Memorial Day Service plans North Ridgeville Historical Society experience the opportunity to play with their food!
Spring is just around the corner, the perfect time for the kids
Plans are in the works for Eaton Township’s annual Memo- The North Ridgeville Historical Society will meet Wednes- to get out and learn while they play! This year our Incredible
rial Day Service to be held on Sunday, May 26, at 1 p.m. at day, March 20, at the North Ridgeville Library. Take note: the Edibles program will have kids learning about what vegetables
Butternut Ridge Cemetery, in Eaton Township. Families of vet- group’s meeting time has been changed to 6:30 p.m. starting really are - flowers, stems, roots and more!
erans who have deceased since June 2018 should let the town- with this meeting. Visitors are always welcome to attend. For The program is at the Wolf Creek Environmental Center,
ship’s secretary or sexton know of the veteran’s status (if they more information, view their Facebook page, Facebook.com/ located at 6100 Ridge Road, in Sharon Center, thanks to coop-
haven’t already done so) so a veteran grave marker and Amer- North Ridgeville Historical Society. erative support from The Medina County Park District.
ican flag can be placed on the veteran’s grave and their name Children will pound away on plant parts to create a master-
noted at this year’s Memorial Day Service. Veterans, living or Thank you piece while learning about the natural dyes that come from the
dead, can have their name engraved on our Veterans Memorial plants we grow, and get crafty making cement leaves! The wet
Bench. The criteria is a honorable discharge and at least one mess will highlight the shape and texture of common grocery
year’s residency in Eaton Township. After more than 32 years of serving the North Eaton, Graf- store leafy greens, but dries into a unique work of art!
Eaton Township Veterans Memorial Committee. ton, Carlisle and surrounding communities, effective March 15, Cost is $6 per participating child. Parental or adult supervi-
2019, Jeff’s Auto and Towing Center closed. sion is required for the duration of the program. Registration
We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their
Eaton Township News business throughout the years. forms can be found online at medina.osu.edu, under events.
Sign up today: space is limited! No walk-ins, please!
•Please note that our Compost Center is now CLOSED until Pre-registration deadline is April 26, or until class is full.
spring! Scouts Maple Syrup fund-raiser
•Please contact our office at (440) 748-2236 or secretary@
eatontownship.org to request a Resident Packet with links to Cub Scout Pack #111, chartered by the North Eaton Chris-
resources in the County/Township tian Church, is pleased to announce its upcoming “Scout’s
•Please visit our Facebook page for info. dailywww.face- Own” Maple Syrup fund-raiser at Cabela’s on Saturday, March
book.com/EATONTOWNSHIP 23, from 1-4 p.m., located at 35685 Chester Road, in Avon, and
•Local Eaton Twp. businesses (retail & at-home) should at the Duluth Trading Company on Saturday, March 30, from
contact the secretary to be listed in our Business Listing 1-4 p.m., located at 35455 Chester Road, in Avon. The Pack
•Township Hall Rentals: $75/Hall rental for Eaton Town- will be selling maple syrup that has been tapped by Scouts at
ship Residents; $125 for non-residents. Lots of open dates! its Beaumont Scout Reservation in Northern Ohio. The product
Call the Secretary to schedule your family or work party. ($100 line has expanded in its second year to include Scout’s Own
cleaning deposit) All non-profits that serve the youth of Eaton Special Reserve, a 16 fl. oz. bottle of pure, grade A maple syrup LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Township get FREE hall rentals (examples: 4-H, Girl Scouts, with amber color and superior taste, at $25 a bottle, and its
School Groups) Scout’s Own 1 lb. Easy Morning Pancake Mix for $10. This All Letters to the Editor must be:
•Did you know the Township will allow you to “borrow” 7 mix is all natural, no trans-fat, low fat and GMO free. Return-
tables/24 chairs to use for a party. Call the Township to reserve ing, is the popular Scout’s Own 8 fl. oz. bottle of pure grade A 1) 250 Words or less.
them at 440-748-2236 (must be an Eaton Twp. Resident). maple syrup with dark color and robust taste for $12 a bottle.
•Residential lock boxes & mailbox reflective signs are For more information please visit www.scoutsown.org. 2) Accompanied by a hand-signed copy.
available at the town hall office.
•Reminder: Notary services are complimentary for Eaton Cub Scout fund-raiser 3) One letter per family, per month.
Township residents
•Eaton Township has a curfew between midnight-5 a.m. 4) Include your name, address and
(per Resolution 90-413). Cub Scout Pack #111, chartered by the North Eaton Christian
•Reminder: Transient vendors & solicitors MUST have a Church is pleased to announce its upcoming IHOP fund-raiser phone number. (Only your name will
permit (by Eaton Town hall) to go door to door in our township on Friday, March 22, from 5-9 p.m. at the IHOP located at 1160 appear with your letter in the paper).
- residents are instructed to contact the Sheriffs dept. for ALL West River Road, in Elyria. Present the Pack’s flyer with your
violations. check and IHOP will donate 20% of your meal to the Scouts
•The Grafton-Midview Public Library is utilizing our town for summer camp. Flyers will be located near the cash register All Letters to the Editor are subject to
hall for quite a few events & programs between now and the and will be handed out by Scouts at the event. The Pack would editing and exclusion by the Editor.
end of April. Please check our website calendar for those like to thank IHOP management for its support of community
events and contact the library for any questions. groups and those who attend.
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Levi Shawley, from Elyria, Masonry Trades junior, received
LaGrange NEWS a gold medal on the Teamworks Team Event.
[email protected] Curtis Bacsi, from Keystone, Industrial Electricity junior,
The end of the third grading period is upon us! Our students received a gold medal on the Teamworks Team Event.
John Owen, from Keystone, Carpentry senior, received a
St. Mary’s Cemetery Clean-up have been doing a great job, putting hard work and dedication gold medal in the Job Skill Demo Open event.
into their studies and into supporting our community! The Mid-
dle School students and members of their student council re- Alex Jutte, from North Ridgeville, Carpentry junior, earned
Caretakers of St. Mary’s Cemetery in Grafton ask all decora- cently raised nearly $950 during the Penny War competition to a bronze medal in the Carpentry event.
tions be removed from the cemetery by the weekend of March support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. In addition, many other students will be travelling to Co-
30/31. Any decorations left after March 31 will be discarded. In addition to raising funds for charitable organizations, we lumbus in their straight-to-state competitive events not held on
The cemetery will then be prepared for Easter. New decorations are also holding community events, such as the upcoming Ca- a regional basis.
may be placed starting on April 7. reer Exploration Fair. The event will feature 18 business pro- Congratulations!
KHS Class of 1969 50th Reunion fessionals and representatives from the Adult Education Pro- RLCWA meeting
gram at JVS who will be presenting information about their
Attention Keystone Class of 1969: We will be having a 50th career fields to attendees. In addition, members of the Army,
class reunion on July 27 in the cafeteria at the old Keystone Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Air Force National Guard Rural Lorain County Water Authoity Finance Committee
High School (now the LaGrange Municipal Building)! If you will be present, along with representatives from numerous col- will meet on Wednesday, March 20, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting
are a class member, or know the location of class members, leges. The Career Exploration Fair will take place on Thursday, will be held at the RLCWA office, located at 42401 State Route
please contact Gary Kincannon ([email protected]) or Randy March 21, from 4-6 p.m. in the KHS Cafetorium. All students, 303, in LaGrange. For more information, please contact Mr.
Rodachy ([email protected]) for more information. parents and community members are welcome to attend. Joe Waldecker, General Manager, at (800) 842-1339.
The Keystone Empowers You (KEY) collaborative, in con-
Keystone Schools’ upcoming events junction with the Cleveland Clinic, is holding a free healthy
cooking class on Tuesday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Ele- Join the Arbor Day Foundation and
Seniors vs. Faculty Game - March 19 at 6 p.m. at KHS. mentary School Cafetorium.
KHS Career Exploration Fair: - March 21 from 12:30- Lastly, our open enrollment period begins on Monday, April receive 10 Free Trees
2:30 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. More information is available at 15, and closes on Friday, May 31. The enrollment form is avail-
https://www.keystonelocalschools.org/keystone-high-school/ able on the news section of our website. Parents of students The Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone to
news/1652208/khs-career-exploration-fair. who are presently open enrolled will receive a letter in the mail celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees. Join the Arbor
Nutritious, Delicious Soups concerning re-enrollment. We are excited to welcome all future Day Foundation in March and receive 10 free White Pine trees
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[email protected] (440) 355-2424
The Keystone Empowers You (KEY) collaborative invites “White Pine trees or White Flowering Dogwoods will add
you to attend a no-cost cooking class on Tuesday, March 19, at Spaghetti Dinner fund-raiser beauty to your home throughout the year,” said Matt Harris,
6:30 p.m. at the Keystone Elementary School cafetorium, 531 Chief Executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Dogwoods are
Opportunity Way. Learn how to cook easy, inexpensive, deli- There will be a Spaghetti Dinner fund-raiser for Dieken known for their showy spring flowers and red berries that at-
cious and nutritious soups. Cleveland Clinic eHealth Coaches Cawley on Saturday, April 6, from 4-7 p.m. at the LaGrange tract songbirds during winter. White Pine trees are fast-growing
Christine Hubeler and Danielle Naples will demonstrate tasty Masonic Lodge, located at 103 South Center St., in LaGrange. landscape trees that will break heavy winds, making them an
yet budget-friendly soup recipes. The whole family will enjoy Cost is $10/adults, $5/kids 6-12 and kids under 6 are free. ideal addition to any yard.”
these easy, exciting updates to dinner. Anyone is welcome. The free trees are part of the non-profit Foundation’s Trees
Register at ClevelandClinic.org/ComeCookWithUs, or contact JVS Students excel at SkillsUSA for America campaign.
Jenny Evans at 216-386-7441 or [email protected]. With planting instructions included, the trees will be shipped
To enter the Keystone Elementary School cafetorium, walk
through the main elementary school doors; turn left down the Seven Lorain County JVS students will be advancing to the at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31.
hallway and continue until you reach the cafetorium. State SkillsUSA Competition in Columbus, to be held in April. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be
These JVS students earned this honor by receiving top ratings replaced free of charge.
One Stop Shopping In Quality! in the North Central Regional SkillsUSA Competition held Arbor Day Foundation members also receive a subscription
recently at Ohio Carpenters’ Joint Apprenticeship & Training
KETSALES.com Center (Richfield) and Medina County Career Center (Medi- to “Arbor Day,” the Foundation’s bi-monthly publication, and
HOURS: Mon.-Sat.10-5 ~ Check • Cash • Plastic na). The JVS students advancing to the next level of the com- “The Tree Book,” which contains information about tree plant-
petition are listed by school district below: ing and care.
Muck Boot Clearance Aaron Kukucka, from Amherst, Carpentry senior, received a To become a member of the foundation and receive the free
while supplies last! gold medal on the Teamworks Team Event. trees, visit arborday.org/march or send a $10 contribution by
Patch Kit Repairs, Boot Socks, Bryson Baldwin, from Brookside, Carpentry senior, re- March 31 to:
Boot Dryers & more! ceived a gold medal on the Teamworks Team Event. Arbor Day Foundation, Ten Free White Pines or Ten Free
Cassandra Byler-Gunter, from Elyria, Cosmetology junior, Dogwoods, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Mats & Runners 2.50- 10. received a silver medal in the Cosmetology event.
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Wellington NEWS Breakfast fund-raiser dents for the military scholarship need to submit the applica-
tion with a 500-word essay about what service to their country
[email protected] means to them. The deadline to apply for the scholarships is
The Friends of Senior Citizens (FOSC) is hosting its March 22. Seniors can pick up an application at the guidance
Herrick Memorial Library 3rd annual Breakfast SSO fund-raiser on Sunday, March office at Wellington High School.
Spring is in the air and our sports teams are preparing for
24, from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Wellington Eagles, 631 S.
Read To Putter - Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30 p.m. Putter, Main St., in Wellington. This delicious breakfast will in- the upcoming season. Good luck to our baseball, softball and
our Reader Dog, visits the library to listen to children as they clude scrambled eggs, your choice of sausage or bacon, hash track teams.
read. The children can spend 15 minutes reading a book or sto- browns, biscuits and gravy, toast and juice, milk or coffee. GO DUKES!
ry to Putter and build their reading skills. Putter is a registered Live entertainment is provided from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Break- Office: (440) 647-4286 Email: [email protected].
therapy dog that absolutely adores listening to a good story. fast tickets are $10 for adults and children under 10 years of oh.us www.wellington.k12.oh.us
He does not mind if the child makes reading mistakes. Stop in age are $3. Proceeds from this event will be used to support 4-H Homegrowers Club
to reserve a reading spot or call the library at (440) 647-2120. services and activities that promote healthy and independent
Gentle Chair Yoga - Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy 30 min- living for senior citizens residing in the SSO service area, Homegrowers, is a 4-H Club of Lorain County. Brenda and
utes of gentle chair yoga led by Deb Lansman, RYT, at the Her- which includes the townships of Brighton, Huntington, Pen- Randy Teeters have been the leaders for 29 years. With 40
rick Memorial Library. This on-going program is designed to field, Pittsfield, Wellington and Rochester, and the Villages members, they can show you how much you can learn and have
stretch & strengthen muscles and develop flexibility followed of Rochester and Wellington. much fun you can have being in 4-H. In 4-H, you can meet new
by a networking time of tea and biscuits. Cost of the class is a Tickets may be purchased in advance from these FOSC people, become friends with people you don’t even know, make
donation. Registration is required. Register at the Library or by a difference and learn new things. The “H” in 4-H stands for:
calling (440) 647-2120. board members: Virginia Haynes at (440) 567-3602, Calvin Head, Heart, Hands and Health. With our head, we can learn
Writers Group - The Wellington Writers Group meets every Woods at (440) 315-7676, Bernie Nirode at (440) 724-3804, new things, take chances and learn from what we do, rather it
other Thursday at the library. The next meeting is on March 28 Dottie Pogorelc at (440) 647-0777 and Preferred Care at be good or bad. With our heart, we can care and respect each
from 6-7:30 p.m. Join this group if you have a passion for writ- (440) 647-5027. other. With our hands, we can help people make a difference
ing in all venues. Bring samples of your writing to share with in their life or just for one day. With our health, we can stay
the group. New members are welcome. Registration is encour- Wellington Schools healthy and live long. 4-H has a bigger meaning than what is
aged. To register, call the library at (440) 647-2120. Spoiler Superintendent Ed Weber placed out there on the surface.
alert: A new and exciting project is in the works for the group. On March 7, Homegrowers elected their officers for 2019.
To find out what it is, please join them at an upcoming meeting. They are: President - Katrina Mackey, Vice President - Cath-
Spring Story Times - March 18-24: Spring Story Times at Thank you to everyone who came out for the annual State of ryn Ott, Secretary - Abby Ruth, Treasurer - Kailah Stephens,
the library will begin on Monday, March 18. Call the Library at Wellington address, as well as the Wellington Eagles for host- Health & Safety - Gabe Hearn, Community Service - Addison
(440) 647-2120 to register your child for any of the following ing the event. It is always nice to see so many residents gather Walker, Recreation - Paige Kapp and News Reporter - Mack-
story times: Baby Lap Sit, ages birth to 24-months on Tues- to hear the wonderful things we have going on in our schools enzie Jamerson. The Homegrowers are off to a great start for
days, at 11:45 a.m.; Family Story Times, ages 2-5 years accom- and community. 2019.
panied by an adult on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Wednesdays We invite you to follow our district and schools on Face- Submitted by Mackenzie Jamerson, 4-H member
at 1:30 p.m. book. Each school (Westwood, McCormick, Wellington High)
Countdown to Kindergarten - Mondays, March 18 through has a Facebook page, as well as our Wellington Exempted Vil- Farm Workshops
April 22. This 6-week story-time will focus on the 5 early lit- lage Schools page. Our schools share a lot of pictures and news
eracy skills of talking, playing, reading, writing and singing items. It’s another avenue to see what’s going on in our schools.
that children will need before going to school. These sessions The annual Duke Pride Community Breakfast & Carnival Lorain County Farm Bureau, in partnership with Lorain
are geared for children ages 3-5 and their parent(s), but you are is coming up April 13. The fun-filled family event is from 9 County Community College, is presenting two workshops at
never too young to attend. Call the library at (440) 647-2120 a.m. to noon at Wellington High School. The event features a the LCCC Wellington Center in March and April.
to register. free breakfast, more than 52 game tables and entertainment. All On March 19, from 5-7 p.m., during “Preparing for A
Adult Tic-Tac-Toe - through March 31. For adults, ages proceeds benefit the children of Wellington. Successful Planting Season,” producers will get updates for
18+. The library has put a twist on the game of Tic-Tac-Toe. The next business meeting of the Wellington Board of Edu- monitor and planter hardware and software systems, as well
We have made it into a reading game. Our Tic- Tac-Toe board cation will take place from 6-8 p.m. on March 19 at Westwood as personalized coaching from implement and manufacturer
will provide participants a variety of book genres to check out Elementary School. representatives. Brands covered in the breakout sessions will
and read. Read three in a row, fill in the titles read and then fill Good luck to our McCormick Middle School students par- include Ag Leader, CNH, John Deere, Precision Planting and
out the back of the game board as your entry ticket for a chance ticipating in the Lorain County Middle School Choir & Band Trimble.
to win the prize. Remember the more you read the greater your Festival on March 20 at Keystone. On April 10, from 5-7 p.m., “Selling from Your Home or
chances are of winning. Attention Class of 2019....reminder to apply for the scholar- Farm” will cover rules and laws relating to selling home or
Easter Decorations - Saturday, March 30, from 1:30-3:30 ships available thanks to the generosity of our village officials. farm products, including cottage food laws and food safety, as
p.m. This event is best suited for children in grades K-5. The Two, 1-time $400 scholarships for high school seniors and two well as business management topics, such as pricing and devel-
children will have fun making crafty items to decorate their $100 scholarships for seniors going on to serve in the military oping marketing products.
house or room for Easter. Register by March 27 in the Library will be awarded. Students must submit an application and a Both workshops will be held at the LCCC Wellington Cen-
or by calling (440) 647-2120.
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A light dinner will be served. Call (440) 366-1776 for more in- rain County JVS has to offer and even take a class or two for Saturday, April 27, from 10 land ephemerals are in their
formation or register at https://www.lorainccc.edu/community/ themselves! a.m.-4 p.m. Come celebrate glory. Join us for a hike at
farm-bureau/. Students must be registered to participate in the program. Earth Day at Medina County Schleman Nature Preserve
Wellington Literary Club You can find the registration link on the Lorain County JVS Park District’s Buffalo Creek to witness the spectacular
website, www.lcjvs.com.
Retreat! There will be earth
array of spring wildflowers.
The public is invited to a special presentation by Nicole JVS Sandy Dodson Memorial friendly exhibits, a family Prepare for muddy trails, and
Hayes, author of the book Fully Equal to the Situation: Nine- fishing derby, kids’ activi- bring your wildflower guide
teenth-Century Women of Wellington Ohio. In 2018, Nicole re- Scholarship ties, food, and much more, if you have one. Natural Dis-
ceived the Governor Thomas Worthington award for Best Ohio so bring the whole family for coveries is an award based
Biography from the Ohio Genealogical Society. Nicole’s blog, The legacy of Lorain County JVS English Teacher Sandy a fun filled day. Additional series of free nature programs
19th century Wellington, has more than 62,000 visitors since Dodson will live on through a Memorial Scholarship in her parking for this event will be designed for ages seven to
2013. The presentation will take place at Jones Road Metropark name offered to JVS graduating seniors in need of financial at Hubbard Valley Park with adult. Themed hikes are held
on April 4 at 6:30 p.m. The evening is hosted by the Wellington assistance to further their education. Sandy’s husband, Gary shuttle service provided to on Sundays, and hikes that
Literary Club with desert to follow. Dodson, presented a check for $10,000 in scholarship funds to Buffalo Creek. All ages are explore seasonal happenings
Penfield annual Quilt Show Superintendent Glenn Faircloth to be distributed through the welcome. No registration is are offered on Wednesdays.
Lorain County JVS Educational Foundation.
required. Free. Buffalo Creek
Please visit the park dis-
According to Mr. Dodson, Sandy loved teaching and help-
The Penfield Quilters proudly announce their annual Spring ing her students achieve their dreams. When Sandy passed Retreat is located at 8708 trict’s website for a brochure
listing complete hike details
Hubbard Valley Road in Se-
Quilt Show, scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, from 1-3 p.m. away, the family knew they wanted to find a way to preserve ville. and dates. No registration is
This year’s event will have on display many beautiful quilts, her life’s work of helping to further students’ education, and the Family Fishing Derby - required. Schleman Nature
including the much anticipated “Quilts of Valor.” In addition, idea of a scholarship came to be. Buffalo Creek Retreat, Satur- Preserve is located at 6701
a beautiful blue and white quilt, hand quilted by the group’s Mr. Dodson shared that the scholarship is for students who day, April 27, from 11 a.m.-3 Wedgewood Road in Medina.
members, will be raffled off at the show. Tickets are $1 each or have a true passion to grow their dreams into a career that p.m. Fish together with your Photographers of the
six tickets for $5. Please bring a friend and receive inspiration makes them happy. Mr. Dodson shared a quote that his wife family, hook some memo- Parks Club Meeting - Wolf
from all of the creative quilts on display. would often say, “A job is not work if you love what you do.” ries, and win prizes! Grab a Creek Environmental Center,
You are also welcome to bring your own quilting creations According to Mr. Dodson, Sandy was born to be an educa- rod and reel in an afternoon Sunday, April 28, from 3-4
to display at the show. A boutique offering many quilted and tor. Her passion for teaching began after she graduated from of fishing fun during Medina p.m. This is a great oppor-
sewn items will be available. Proceeds from the show go to- Admiral King High School in 1968 and continued with her ed- County Park District’s Fam- tunity for nature photo en-
wards the purchase of quilting supplies needed throughout the ucation at Bowling Green State University. ily Fishing Derby! Parent/ thusiasts to share knowledge
year. This group donates hand-made lap quilts to many needy Sandy taught English at Lorain County JVS for 24 years and child teams can register and with like minded folks, gain
individuals/groups in the community. New members are al- said numerous times that the JVS was a place where she felt she fish any time between 11 a.m. special access to programs
ways welcome at the weekly Wednesday quilting sessions. was fulfilling her dream of helping and educating others. Mr. and 3 p.m. Registration is re- and events related to photog-
Find us at Penfield Community Church, at 40775 S. Rt. 18, Dodson believes his wife had a calling to make sure everyone quired to be eligible to win raphy, and support the park
in Penfield Township. Admission/parking is free at the church, had a chance to grow their dreams and further their life’s work prizes. Please bring your fish- district. Both beginner and
which offers easy access without steps. Light refreshments will through education. ing pole. A limited amount of advanced photographers are
be served. Donations of food items/cash for the Wellington After retiring from teaching full-time, Sandy continued to fishing poles and bait will be invited to participate. The
Well-Help food pantry will be accepted at the door. Come rain be a substitute teacher at different local schools. She would available for use. This derby club will emphasize but not
or shine! share with her husband that she missed the interaction with the is held in conjunction with be limited to nature photog-
JVS Career Tech Saturday students regularly. Medina County’s 23rd An- raphy. No registration is re-
Mr. Dodson said that he feels the world needs more Sandy’s
workshops for elementary students and that she will be missed by everyone she touched with her nual Earth Day Festival. All quired. Ages 16 to adult.
ages are welcome. Free.
Please contact the park
Natural
Discoveries:
Lorain County JVS is offering the opportunity for 4th, 5th beautiful smile and kind heart. “We all carry her dream to be Spring Wildflowers - Schle- district at (330) 722-9364
helpful to others.”
with questions or concerns.
and 6th grade students to attend a free Career Tech Saturday This scholarship is available to current JVS students and man Nature Preserve, Sun- Program registration is online
event on Saturday, March 30. they can apply through the Student Services office. day, April 28, from 3-4 p.m. at www.medinacountyparks.
Career Tech Saturday is a career exploration program de- Only a brief window of time com.
signed to give elementary students hands-on experience in var- Medina County Park District exists each year when wood-
ious career tech areas. This opportunity can spark the interest
of our younger student population by providing fun activities 86th Annual Series of from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Bird
while they learn a new skill set. Students will have the oppor- Spring Bird Walks - River banding is a scientific re-
tunity to select two fun career tech activities and create make- Styx Park, Saturday, April 27, search method that studies
it-take-it projects. at 7:30 a.m. bird behavior and movements
Doors open at 8:30 a.m.; the camp will begin at 9 a.m. and Migratory Bird Banding and provides us with valu-
run until 11:30 a.m. A light lunch will be provided at the end - Wolf Creek Environmental able information about avian
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23. Fat used to make puddings 36. Waterfall (Scottish)
24. Turfs 37. Old television part (abbr.)
26. Not awake 39. Roughly chipped flint
29. Not nice 42. Helps change channels
31. Frighten 43. __ Sagan, astronomer
32. Political action committee 44. Cooling unit
34. Skin problem 46. Uttered words
35. Type of music 47. Small integers
37. Intestinal pouches 48. Type of data
38. Eight 49. Inspired
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40. Interpret characters 51. Famed sci-fi novel
41. Abandon 52. Body parts
43. Felines 53. Nigerian City
45. Energy and enthusiasm 54. Amount of time
46. Resembles a pouch 55. Coloring material
47. Relating to sense of smell 56. Type of constrictor snake
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50. Bradley Int’l Airport
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57. Tarred and ___
58. Boyish Volunteer Education Series
59. This (Spanish)
60. Male parent Hospice of the Western Reserve is seeking volunteers to
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3. Some animals live here socialization and comfort; help with legacy work, transporta-
4. Former CIA tion, light housework and meal preparation; run errands; make
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8. Open Payment Initiative licensed hair dressers, massotherapists and pet therapy dogs
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10. A bird that cannot fly The next series of volunteer classes will be held at Hospice
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CLUES ACROSS 16. Seldom April 2, while most other volunteers attend all classes. Pre-reg-
18. Noses istration is required. For more information, or to register, call
1. Joint 22. Denotes past the volunteer team at (216) 255-9090. It is required to wait 12
6. A group of countries in special alliance 23. Selling at specially reduced prices months after experiencing a significant loss before volunteer-
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WANTED frequently and look for signs of damage, such as cracks or bleed-
ing. If you think your pet might be exhibiting signs of frostbite,
apply a warm towel to the affected area and seek medical atten-
IDEAS WANTED! tion from your veterinarian.
Keep your pet clean
Rock salt (which is typically used to melt ice) can hurt your
Get Your Free Inventor’s Guide Lorain County is being overrun by an addiction epidemic. pet by giving them chemical burns on their paws. To avoid these
Our county is averaging 60 overdoses a month. An alarming issues, watch your pet when you’re outside and wash their paws,
number of infants are born to drug addicted mothers, and 75% of stomach and legs when you return home. Consider buying some
pet paw balm online or from your local pet store, or try making
CALL 800-353-6102 NOW the children placed in foster care in our county are the result of your own at home. If your pet will wear them, booties are a great
parents abusing drugs.
It is critical that we move in a new direction. We must tear option too.
Make your pet identifiable
Helping inventors and idea people since 1989. down the current silo system in Lorain County. Our county is the Ensure that your pet is always wearing a collar with an ID tag
last county in the state with two separate boards - a Mental Health
Board and an Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Board. I am and that the information on the their tag is up to date. If your pet
is microchipped, make sure their microchip is registered and that
Davison charges fees for services very pleased to report that the Board of Commissioners voted to the microchip company has your most recent address and phone
form a new combined board by July 1st of this year.
Let’s take the expertise of each staff and board and bring number on file. Microchips can’t be utilized to their full potential
when there’s no information tied to them.
them together. Let’s change the daily focus of one group dealing
WATERPROOFING only with mental health and another group only dealing with ad- Speak out for others
Cold weather can be deadly if a pet is exposed to the elements
diction. We need one daily shared mission and focus to address
the epidemic now facing our county. for too long. If you have neighbors who leave their animals out-
Mental illness is a disease and so is addiction. Profession- side for long periods of time without shelter, consider voicing
als talk about a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder, but our your concern. If you don’t know the pet owner well or you’re
county doesn’t see co-funding or dual funding to address the unsure of who owns the animal, document the situation and alert
your local animal control agency or police department.
problem. The funding, expertise and knowledge simply aren’t
connecting in our county. Have fun out there and be safe!
Submitted by the Crossroads Animal Hospital in Strongsville.
We will look for efficiencies in this merger, but this will be
secondary to producing effective treatment. We must deliver a ANSWERS FROM PAGE16
CONCRETE CRACK INJECTION more effective system to help those battling addiction get back
to living a productive life.
SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED This merger is the responsible thing to do. By working to-
BASEMENT WALL CRACKS gether we will find a more effective way to treat people battling
~ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE ~ the disease of mental illness and the disease of addiction in Lo-
rain County.
JOE MINARCHICK (440) 785-4036
Know your pets limitation in
colder weather
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440-327-3433 Both dogs and cats can suffer from cold-related health is-
sues, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Check your pet’s paws
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