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Volume 63, No. 36 Columbia Station, Ohio March 5, 2018
Students gain a head start through “Head Start” Local resident teaches
junior class instructor, ex- The Lorain County Com- in Costa Rica
plained how the work-based munity Action Agency (LC- Mika is now in
learning process teaches CAA) has provided Head Costa Rica where
and prepares her students. Start in Lorain County since she is contracted for
“They get real-life expe- 1966 and is the only Head 6 months to teach
rience in classrooms with Start provider the county English as a Second
students who have diverse has ever had. Language through
backgrounds and needs. It is Getting to see different the University of San
such an amazing experience types of curriculum and Juan. In 2013, she
for them,” Duffala said. teaching strategies by oth- graduated from Co-
Leanna McGuire, Head er early childhood profes- lumbia High School
Start teacher for more than sionals is another important and from there she
six years, is thrilled when aspect of these work-based went to Cleveland
the JVS students are placed learning experiences, ac- State University. She
in her classroom. cording to Duffala. Her stu- then attended Ohio
“It is nice to have JVS dents get prepared for these State to receive an
students because they actu- experiences from the work English as a Second
ally do this work in their lab they do in their JVS lab, Language (ESL)
every day and you can tell,” where they run and operate Certification. After
McGuire said. “The envi- a preschool program. receiving her certi-
Alexis Weaver (Wellington) works with a student at Head ronment is not overwhelm- The junior students oper- fication, she worked
for Esperanza Inc.,
Start. ing to them, they already ate the four to five year old Mika with the city of San Juan lit up at in Cleveland, be-
For juniors in the Lorain at JVS, students have the have a few good ideas and preschool and are respon- night behind her. fore being offered to
County JVS Early Child- opportunity to participate they are coming into some- sible to plan, conduct and teach ESL in Costa
hood Education program, in work-based learning ex- thing they are comfortable evaluate developmentally Mika Timura has a love for Rica. In her free time there,
this is exactly what they are periences, where they are with.” appropriate activities based Spanish speaking countries. she enjoys hiking and zip lin-
getting, a head start in their placed at different daycare Head Start is a compre- on a weekly theme. Her Girl Scout Gold Award ing.
career path. or early childhood cen- hensive child development Alexis Weaver, JVS Ear- was to coordinate a week- If she returns at the end of
Star Vaughn is one of ters throughout the county. program funded by the fed- ly Childhood Education ju- end hemophilia workshop the semester, she plans to re-
these students and she is The students spend seven eral government and the nior, shared how the work for a community in Peru. The sume her teaching position at
loving her time at the Am- to eight days throughout a flagship program of Com- in her JVS lab prepared her workshop was executed by a Cuyahoga Community Col-
herst Head Start, located two month period at these munity Action Agencies for her time at Head Start. “I hospital in Texas. leges.
inside the Children’s Devel- centers as an extension of throughout the nation. The felt ready with what I need-
opmental Center. their school program lab. entire family benefits from ed when I started my time ExploreAg Science Camp
“I want to be a kinder- This allows the students to Head Start, which prepares at Head Start because in my accepting applications
garten through third grade gain real world experience children for Kindergarten JVS program we do lesson
teacher and this experience as well as acquire new skills and academic success while plans every week and I was High school freshmen and sophomores in the 2018/2019
is preparing me for that,” specific to the worksite. promoting self-sufficiency able to bring those ideas school year, who are considering careers in science, technolo-
shared Vaughn. Hilary Duffala, JVS in the children and their par- with me here.” gy or engineering are invited to apply for the integrated science
During their junior year Early Childhood Education ents. camp “ExploreAg.”
Rewarding careers are available in the food, fuel and fiber
Wellington High School junior scores perfect ACT sector. The one-of-a-kind “ExploreAg Camp” will expose stu-
dents to the many career opportunities that are in high demand.
Fifty students will be chosen through a competitive process
actual number of students At Wellington High Her interests outside of to spend one week on a college campus for an introduction to
earning the top score varies School, McKee is Secretary school include involvement agriculture and hands-on learning experiences. Internationally
from year-to-year, on aver- for the Future Farmers of in her church youth group known teachers, scientists and researchers will expose students
age, less than one-tenth of 1 America, President of the at Elyria Baptist Church, to food science, precision agriculture, animal science, natu-
percent of students who take Civil War Club, is involved where she plays guitar. She ral resources, management skills, technology and agricultural
the ACT earn the top perfect in Drama and Key Club and is also learning to play the business. Along with classroom experience, the students will
score. is also an intern for the Col- banjo. participate in field experiences that highlight cutting-edge re-
According to school lege Impact program, which Her parents are John and search and will interact with industry partners to learn about
Guidance Department re- provides students with SAT/ Donnis McKee. She has a possible careers in related fields. Students also will participate
in leadership development activities and be offered guidance in
cords, the school has had ACT prep. She has attended brother who is a sophomore planning for college.
one other student since 1999 Wellington Village Schools at WHS and twin brothers Students may choose between camps at Ohio State Univer-
receive a 36 on the ACT; a since Kindergarten. in eighth-grade who attend sity in Columbus, June 10-15, or OSU-Agricultural Technical
2004 graduate also earned a McKee is undecided on McCormick Middle School. Institute in Wooster, June 17-22. The application deadline is
perfect score on the test. which college she would Her father is self-employed April 6 and students who are selected will be notified by April
McKee took the ACT a like to attend and has just working in the construction 23.
Savannah McKee few weeks ago for the first recently started college vis- business. Her mother plays Students will be required to submit a video application, pro-
time. She also was just 20 its. She is interested in pos- piano and is the accom- vide contact information for three adults willing to recommend
Wellington High School points shy of earning a per- sibly pursuing a career in panist for the high school the student and submit a resume.
junior Savannah McKee, 17, fect score on the Prelimi- criminology and would like and middle school choirs The camps are free, but a $50 deposit must be provided by
has earned the highest pos- nary SAT/National Merit to possibly be a K-9 officer in Wellington. Congratula- students accepted to the camp. The deposit is refunded upon
sible ACT Composite score Scholarship Qualifying Test as she loves animals. tions Savannah! completion of the camp.
of 36. Nationally, while the (PSAT) last year. For more information or to submit an application, visit Ex-
ploreAg.org.
Community Directory
Carlisle 8 Grafton Twp. 13 Churches 6 GIRL SCOUTS 5
Columbia 4 LaGrange 16 Profile 15 SENIOR LIVING 10-11
Eaton 8 N. Ridgeville 7 Events Page 2 Classified 17
Grafton 12 Wellington 14
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Beginning March 9, Girl
LOCAL Scouts will begin selling cookies
Events 6,000 troop-run cookie booths at
throughout Northeast Ohio at
grocery stores, retailers, and other
businesses. Cookies cost $4 - $5
per package, and donations can be
made to support Operation: Sweet
Appreciation, which sends a taste
March 3-4 March 4 March 10 of home to members of the military.
Net proceeds from the Girl Scout
Medina Home & Garden Pancake Breakfast Frostville’s Winter Cookie program stay in Northeast
Show All you can eat Regular and Farmers Market Ohio to support Girl Scout
The show features over 130 ex- Blueberry Pancakes, Sausage, Seasonal products, eggs, jams,
hibitors in the home and garden Scrambled Eggs, Coffee and jellies, honey, free range meat, programs and troop activities, such
industry. If you’re looking to im- Juice. All profits made will go pastries, tea & coffee & much as service projects, camping, and educational trips.
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ing syrup, and leading hikes and tuxedos (2pm & 3pm). in Ohio. Whether its beer, wine, forging will follow. You are wel- handmade items. $3 to the pub- Hunt! Complimentary refresh-
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hikes leave the sugarhouse Rosewood Place amazing flavors in Ohio. Buy at moving some metal. Lunch site. A portion of proceeds will specific egg hunts for different
every 20 minutes. Every week- 4493 Oberlin Ave., tickets online. is pot-luck so bring a dish to benefit local non-profit, Prayers ages! Don’t forget your basket
end till March 18. Lorain Market Square at share. Hosted by the Lagrange from Maria. and camera to take pictures
Rocky River Nature Center, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Crocker Park Engine Club. Emerald Event Center with the Easter Bunny! This year
24000 Valley Pkwy., www.rosewoodbridalexpo.com 239 Market St., Westlake Lorain Fair Grounds 33040 Just Imagine Dr., enjoy a candy drop from an air-
North Olmsted 4:00pm - 10:00pm 23000 Fairgrounds Rd, Avon plane (weather permitting).
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March 3 Senior Dance March 11 Sweet Buns & Rolls Valley City
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Social and Ballroom dancing for
Winter Warmer Fest singles and couples. Live Music Pasta Paradise Fundraiser Spend an afternoon in our state
of the art bakery exploring the
The Ohio Craft Brewers Asso- by John J. Kowalski covering Includes a pasta buffet (Chick- craft of baking sweet cinnamon April 1
ciation presents the 12th An- danceable songs from 1950- en Al Fredo with Bowtie Pasta; and fruit rolls, and then put your
nual Winter Warmer Fest with 80’s. Large variety of genres Mild Italian Sausage with Penne skill to work creating your own
more than 50 Ohio breweries including ballads, ballroom, Lat- Pasta; Pasta Bolognese with with cream cheese and fruit
that will showcase their winter, ins, Polkas, Waltzes, Country, Meat Sauce), salad and bread, frostings and glazes. $30
seasonal, limited edition and Rock and more. $4. Italian dessert, and a glass of LCCC
N. Ridgeville VFW Post 9871
high-gravity beers. Purchase house wine or beer. Coffee, tea Culinary Arts Institute
tickets online. 6805 Lear Nagle Rd and soft drinks are also avail- 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Windows on the River N. Ridgeville able. $20 Tickets help benefit Hinckley Buzzard
2000 Sycamore St, 2:00pm - 4:00pm the Lorain Historical Society. Sunday
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Columbia NEWS The deadline for Columbia High School seniors to have On Monday, March 12, all high school spring sports team/
Julie Petras their Senior Portrait taken at Prestige Portraits Studios is March individual pictures will be taken at Columbia High School.
email: [email protected] 10, 2018. This will ensure that your portrait be included in the All participants should receive order information and the time
yearbook, on the senior class portrait displayed at CHS and in
schedule for team/group and individual pictures from their
Trustees meeting tonight the May edition of the The Rural-Urban Record. Senior por- coaches. Continuing this year, we will be taking an all-se-
traits taken by other photographers will not be accepted for
nior picture at 3:20 p.m. This photo is available for purchase
Columbia Township Board of Trustees will meet tonight, these publications. Contact Prestige Portraits to have your pic- through Lifetouch Photography. Please direct any questions to
ture taken by the deadline.
your child’s respective coach.
March 5, at 7 p.m. at the town hall. The community is welcome
to attend. Food Pantry 2018 Hot Stove information
CHS Weekly Calendar The March food distribution at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Anyone interested in becoming an umpire for the 2018 Hot
Monday, March 5: Church will be on Monday, March 5, from 4-5:30 p.m. The Stove season needs to attend a training class. The following are
the 2018 Hot Stove Umpire meetings for ages 14+:
church is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia Town-
Track begins. ship. The food, from the Second Harvest Food Bank of North March 4 - Boys/Girls combined class from 1-5 p.m.
Thursday, March 8: Central Ohio in Lorain, is available to residents of Columbia, March 11 - Boys 1-3 p.m. and Girls 3-5 p.m.
10:55 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Graduation Announcements & Caps Grafton and Eaton Township. Recipients must be eligible ac- March 18 - Boys/Girls combined 1-5 p.m.
and Gowns delivered. cording to Ohio Job and Family Services guidelines and bring All classes are held at the American Legion, located at 393
4:15 p.m. Academic Challenge at LCCC. proof of address, such as a current utility bill and a photo ID. Ohio St., in Elyria.
Friday, March 9: For more information, or to determine eligibility, phone the In addition, the 2018 Columbia Hot Stove Field Clean Up
7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Jacquie Anderle, College Now, in guid- church office at (440) 236-5095, Monday through Friday be- will be held on April 7 starting at 9 a.m. at Columbia Park ball
ance office. tween 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. diamonds. Everyone participating in Hot Stove this summer is
8 a.m. Academic Challenge at Baldwin Wallace University. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of encouraged to attend.
Saturday, March 10: Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrim-
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday School for students assigned. inating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or Strongsville Historical Society
Columbia K-8 lunch menu disability. Fashion Show and Luncheon
Week of March 12-16: Kindergarten Registration The Strongsville Historical Society Fashion Show and Lun-
Monday: Breakfast - WG cinnamon roll; Lunch - Choice of If you have a child that will be five 5-years old on or before cheon is on Saturday, March 10, at Don’s Pomeroy House, in
mini corn dog, turkey & cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with August 1, 2018, he or she may attend Kindergarten next fall. Strongsville. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with the luncheon be-
vegetarian baked beans and mixed fruit. Copopa Elementary School is in the process of planning now ginning 12 p.m.
Tuesday: Breakfast - French toast sticks; Lunch - Choice of for the 2018-2019 school year. Ticket cost is $40 and includes a Fashion Show/Hair and
Bosco sticks w/ marinara, turkey & cheese sub or chef salad w/ Registration packets are available at the Administration Make-up demonstration and an extensive raffle at the luncheon,
roll, with green beans and strawberries. Center at 25796 Royalton Road, from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Please consisting of gift baskets and gift items, including gift cards
Wednesday: Breakfast - Dutch waffle; Lunch - Choice of pick up a packet as soon as possible. You will be able to make from area stores, restaurants and salons and spas.
cheeseburger on WG bun, turkey & cheese sub or chef salad w/ your child’s appointment for Kindergarten Screening at the Money raised from this luncheon will benefit the Historical
roll, with tater tots and mandarin oranges. Information Night, which is March 22, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Society, earmarked for the general preservation and restoration
Thursday: Breakfast - Breakfast pizza; Lunch - Choice of Screening dates are May 17 & 18. of the houses in the Historical Village. A targeted 2018 project
meatball sub on WG bun, turkey & cheese sub or chef salad w/ is the updating of the Lathrop House Multipurpose Room and
roll, peas and carrots and pineapple. Spring Soccer registration Kitchen - which are available to the public for rental for show-
Friday: Breakfast - mini Eggo pancakes; Lunch - Choice ers, parties, meetings, etc.
of pizza, turkey & cheese sub or chef salad w/roll, with mixed Registration for the spring soccer is now open! The deadline The luncheon menu includes a Pomeroy salad with grilled
vegetables and pears. to register will be March 15. The season starts with the first chicken, poppyseed dressing, rolls, banana bread, eclairs and a
Assorted fruit and vegetable bar available daily. practice on April 10 and the first game on Saturday, April 14. beverage. A cash bar will be available.
For information on the luncheon, reservations and tickets,
Community Easter Egg Hunt The season will run untill June 2. All games will be on Saturday contact Pam Hughes at (440) 773-6605 or Gina Cathcart at
mornings. There will be four age groupings this year, deter-
mined by the birth year of the child. Tots division ($30) is for (216) 403-9226.
On Saturday, March 24, at 12 p.m., the Columbia Commu- those born in 2013-2015; U7 ($45) is for those born in 2011 &
nity Easter Egg Hunt will be held at Columbia Community 2012; U-10 ($45) is for those born from 2008-2010; and U-13 Columbia Library events
Park. This fun-filled event is for children 3-12 years of age. The ($45) is for those born from 2005-2007. We are also trying to
hunt will be highlighted by a visit from the Easter Bunny him- organize a travel team that will play on Saturdays. If you have Decorate Your Door Adult Craft - Monday, March 5, from
self. The Community Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by Clear- any questions, please email [email protected] 6-7 p.m. Adults, come craft with us and create a new seasonally
view Church, Columbia Baptist, Columbia United Methodist or call Bobby Petras at (440) 409-8485. themed door hanging each month.
Church, Hosanna Lutheran, New Life Wesleyan and SEAS. Teen Talks - Tuesday, March 6, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Join
This event is open to all and is free of charge. Free Spring Agility Camp other teens at the library to talk about the stuff that really mat-
VFW Fish Fries Spring Agility and Cheer Camp starting Saturday, March 10, ters. We’ll discuss a wide range of topics relevant to teens, from
Columbia Raiders Youth Football will host our annual free
social issues to health to entertainment. Build your communi-
The Columbia Station VFW Post #9340 will be open to the from 2-4 p.m. This year we will hold our camp at the Ger- cation skills in a safe environment and make new friends in the
process! Preregistration not required.
public every Friday through March 30 for their annual Fish man American Club, 7370 Columbia Road, in Olmsted Falls, Dinner and a Book Discussion,“Before The Fall,” by
Fries. They will feature hand-breaded, fresh Lake Erie Perch. in their indoor soccer facility. The other dates are 3/24, 4/7, Noah Hawley - Tuesday, March 6, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Would
Baked Scrod, Walleye and Butterfly Shrimp dinners will also 4/14 & 4/21. All times are 2-4 p.m. Camp is open to all young you like to spend an evening each month discussing a great
be available. Dinners include a roll, coleslaw and your choice athletes and cheerleaders ages 4-12 years old. For more infor- book, eating and making new friends? Check out our brand
of baked potato, French fries, cabbage & Noodles or macaroni mation, please contact Tanya Rindfleisch at (440) 666-0198 or new book discussion group. Dinner is on us! Copies of the
and cheese. Children’s meals will be available. The Fish Fries Dwayne Hershey at (216) 678-4059 or dhershey@goindycom. book are available at the library.
are open from 5-8 each Friday and carry-outs will be available. com. You can also Like our Facebook page at Columbia Raid- Columbia Writers - Thursday, March 8, from 6:30-8 p.m.
The VFW Hall is located at 25742 Royalton Rd., in Columbia ers Youth Football, “Doesn’t Matter, Get Better.” Have you ever wanted to meet other writers and hone your
Station. writing skills? Do you need motivation to pick up a pen in the
first place? If so, take part in our writing group. Participate in
read and critique sessions, build your skills through writing
practice and learn the craft of writing in general.
Spring Card Making For Grown Ups - Tuesday, March 13,
from 6-7 p.m. Nothing says you care more than a personally
handcrafted card. Come join us as we complete three different
and unique cards with a spring flavor that you’ll take home mail
ready. Supplies provided. All skill levels welcome.
After School Specials - Wednesday, March 14, from 2:30-4
p.m. Teens, are you coming to the library after school? Then
stop in and enjoy a movie or TV show. Snacks will also be
provided.
Knitting Club -Thursday, March 15, from 12-4 p.m. Are
you a knitter or crocheter? Join us every Thursday, anytime
during this session. Preregistration not required.
The Columbia Library is located at 13824 W. River Rd.
North. For more information or to register, call (440) 236-8751.
Audubon Society program
The Black River Audubon Society program for March is
“The Bird Garden.” The program is on Tuesday, March 6, at
7 p.m. at Carlisle Reservation Visitor Center, located at 12882
Diagonal Road, in LaGrange.
Teressa Nemeth, an OSU extension Master Gardener, will
present a program designed to help you create a landscape that
will increase the bird activity in your yard naturally. Teressa
will recommend plants that attract the most species of birds.
Ms. Nemeth, Black River Audubon Hog Island scholarship
recipient, and her husband Edward, maintain a backyard for
wildlife site-certified by the state of Ohio.
This program is free to the public. For more information
on programs, volunteering or becoming a member, please visit
www.blackriveraudubon.org and remember to LIKE them on
Facebook.
RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 5, 2018 Page 5
National Girl Scout Week
March 4-10, 2018
The Girl Scouts from Service Unit 533 made up of Midview and Columbia schools held their annual World Thinking Day event. Over 12
troops participated in this event and learned about such countries as Oman, Slovak Republic, Spain, Iceland, Mexico and many more. We had
about 125 scouts involved in the event. As a unit community service project each scout brought a non-perishable food item and those items
will be donated to the Midview backpack program.
The 5 Skills
Shaping A Girl’s Future
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Lee Boise, Publisher & President nities throughout the year. To learn more about these programs,
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 visit www.swgeneral.com/events. with us!
Rd., in Brook Park.
Mailing Address: Do Men and Women Think Differently? - Join Marlene
P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028 Kurz, LPCC-S, Southwest General Oakview Behavioral Health “Welcome Home”
Services, as she discusses what research tells us about males
Located at 24487 Squire Rd, Columbia Station and females; their similarities and differences. Refreshments
Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 provided. Reservation required. Call (440) 238-5530.Tuesday, New Life Wesleyan Church
Email: [email protected] March 20, at 10 a.m. at Cuyahoga County Library, Strongsville 11149 West River Rd.
Website: www.rural-urbanrecord.com Branch, 18700 Westwood Dr., in Strongsville. Columbia Station
Options for Hip and Knee Arthritis - Join Larry Lika, DO,
DEADLINE: a board-certified orthopedic surgeon on the Medical Staff at SUNDAY 9 am
News, Pictures & ALL ads - Wednesday @ 12pm Southwest General, as he discusses current approaches to hip Adult Bible Study
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Weds., 9-4 • Thurs. 9-1 and knee arthritis, from non-surgical to surgical options. Learn SUNDAY 10 am
Out of Area Subscriptions - $35/year how advances in technology can mean a quicker recovery and
improved outcomes. Reservation required. Call (440) 816- Worship & Children’s Church
4037. Wednesday, March 21, at 10 a.m. at Cuyahoga County WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
Easter Egg Hunt Library, Strongsville Branch, 18700 Westwood Dr., in Strongs- Bible Study
ville.
It’s time for the annual “Children’s Easter Egg Hunt!” The Fit Healthy Nutrition into your Lifestyle: Lunch and Youth Group, Kids Club
hunt will be on Palm Sunday, at 9:15 a.m. at LaPorte United Learn - Join Amy Dunbar, registered dietitian, Southwest Gen- Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
Methodist Church, located at the corner of Grafton Road and eral, as she discusses how to live by a healthy lifestyle, from Rev. John Bodo
Butternut Ridge. All children are welcome! healthy food choices to physicial activity and more. Reserva- - Associate Pastor
tion required by Monday, March 19. Call (440) 453-2819 or
Lake Erie Perch Dinner (216) 299-0214. Thursday, March 22, at 11 a.m. at Columbia 440-236-8600
Park Manufactured Homes, Social Hall, 7100 Columbia Rd., in www.nlwesleyan.org
East Oberlin Community Church will be hosting a Lake Olmsted Township.
Erie Yellow Perch Dinner on Friday, March 9, from 4:30-7 p.m. Gastrointestinal Health - Join Alison Bruno, CNP, West- NORTH
They will be serving Lake Erie Yellow Perch, scalloped pota- side Gastroenterology, Southwest General, as she disccuses the
toes, French fries, green beans and dessert. Dinner is $15 for gastrointestinal system and how to stay healthy. Topics will in- EATON
adults, $9 for children ages 6-12 and free for children 5 and un- clude screening colonoscopy and benefits of a high fiber diet. CHRISTIAN
der. The church is located at 43709 Oberlin-Elyria Road (cor- Reservation required. Call (330) 273-8000. Monday, March 26, CHURCH
ner of Rt. 511 and Oberlin-Elyria Rd.). For more information, at 11 a.m. at Brunswick Recreation Center, 3637 Center Rd., in (Disciples)
please contact the church office at (440) 774-3443 or Pastor Brunswick. Rt. 82 & 83
Chris Vough’s cell phone at (216) 299-5372. Do Men and Women Think Differently? - Join Marlene 440-748-2230
Easter Hungarian Sausage Sale Kurz, LPCC-S, Southwest General Oakview Behavioral Health www.neccdisciples.com
Services, as she discusses what research tells us about males
and females; their similarities and differences. Tuesday, March Worship Services
Community of Faith U.C.C., located at 9715 East River Rd., 27, at 10 a.m. at John A. Polonye Community Center, 17400 8:00am & 9:30am
in Elyria, is having an Easter Hungarian Sausage Sale on Satur- Holland Rd., in Brook Park. Sunday School
day, March 24, from 1-4 p.m. The sausage is $6 per pound and
available in one and two pound packages. To place an order, Healing Hearts 10:45am
call (440) 309-6828, (440) 328-7534, (440) 366-4651, or the Polly Tallos
church office at (440) 322-3781. Orders are accepted through Christian Ed. & Youth Director COLUMBIA UNITED
March 19. Please specify package size when placing your or- Healing Hearts is a non-denominational social group for Rev. David Chafin
der. widows and widowers. Members enjoy a variety of events and Interim Minister METHODIST
opportunities to meet and socialize with new people in simi-
CHURCH
Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner lar circumstances. They welcome new members from all area Worship Service
communities and adults of all ages. Their regular meetings are
Litchfield United Church of Christ’s Corned Beef and Cab- on the third Wednesday of each month. 10:30 a.m.
bage Dinner will be held Thursday, March 15, from 5-7 p.m. They meet at the Brunswick Library, located at 3649 Center St. Elizabeth Sunday School
Carry out orders are available at 4:30 p.m. Please call (330) Road. Meeting times vary. Please contact Connie at (440) 526- during Worship Service
723-3051 to place a carry out order. Adults/$8.50 kids/$2.50 11 5495 for details. Ann Seton 25453 ROYALTON ROAD
years and younger. The church is located at 3928 Avon Lake Their remaining meeting schedule for the first half of 2018 Catholic Parish COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO
Road, in Litchfield. is as follows: March 21, from 1:30-3:30 p.m.; April 18, from 25801 Royalton Rd. Pastor Matt Merriman
1-3 p.m.; May 16, from 1-3 p.m.; and June 20, from 1-3 p.m.
Columbia Station, OH
236-8822
GriefShare Sacrament of Reconciliation [email protected]
(Confession)
Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
GriefShare is a faith based support group for those who Lenten Pierogi & Strudel Sale Anytime by Appointment www.columbiaumc.net
have lost a loved one. We offer support, comfort and guidance Weekend Masses
through shared experiences, providing encouragement and The Lenten Pierogi Sale at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Sat. 5 p.m.
hope for joy in the future. Bring a friend if you prefer. For more located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station, has Sun. 8 & 11 a.m. Church of Christ
information or to register, contact Pastor Dominic Verdell at started. Orders should be called in by Monday, March 5, for 440-236-5095
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
(440) 236-8282 or visit www.griefshare.org to sign up. pick up on Thursday, March 8; and the final order by Monday, www.seascolumbiastation.org Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
GriefShare is held at Christ Church, located at 23080 Royal- March 19, for pick up on Thursday, March 22. Pick up times Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
ton Road, in Columbia Station, (Rt. 82 at Marks Rd.), on Tues- are 2-6:30 p.m. The pierogies are sold by the dozen only and United Church of God 211 Forest St., LaGrange
day evenings, from 6:30-8 p.m. or Tuesday mornings, from 10- have the following fillings: potato, potato/cheese, sauerkraut, 12981 Grafton Rd. 440-355-6872
11:30 a.m., now through May 15. ricotta cheese, prune, cabbage and apple. The strudel flavors Grafton, Oh 44044
are apple, blueberry, cheese and cherry. Pierogies are $9 per
Divorce Care Seminars dozen and strudel strips are $5 each. Forms can be found in the Sabbath Services
entrance way of the church, or you may fax your order to the
Saturdays at 12:30 pm
DivorceCare is a national support group that meets weekly in office at (440) 236-5804. Orders can also be called in to (440) http://cleveland.ucg.org
Lorain County. It is a warm, caring environment where people 236-5095, between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
learn how to deal with the hurt caused by separation or divorce.
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323-4644 or register at www.OpenDoor.tv/divorce-care. The and actor Rev. Joseph Morris. This is not a reading or talk, but a
group meets at the Church of the Open Door, located at 43275 dynamic proclamation of an ancient story about God’s healing
Telegraph Road, in Elyria. love. Pastors from the UK, Canada and the USA have called Our Lady Queen of Peace
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“Home Game”- A musical at the Ohio Star Theater. Moder-
N. Ridgeville NEWS ate walking on Tuesday, May 22. Fare is $80 (non-refundable). Landowners Conservation program
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Deadline: April 27. Trip includes: Van transporta-
[email protected] tion, buffet lunch and show ticket. Landowners can learn how to permanently preserve their
Holden to Hartville - Extensive walking. North Ridge Tours land at an informational meeting at the Wakeman Communi-
ty Library. The meeting, hosted by the nonprofit Western Re-
Garden Club of North Ridgeville on Tuesday. June 12. Fare is $89. Deadline: May 5. Explore serve Land Conservancy, will take place from 6:30-8 p.m. on
Holden Arboretum with one of the expert guides from the War-
ren Corning Visitor Center. The afternoon will find us in Hart- Wednesday, March 7. The Wakeman Community Library is
The Garden Club of North Ridgeville will meet on March ville for included lunch and plenty of time to explore the all that located at 33 Pleasant Street, in Wakeman.The meeting is free
13, at 6 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library, located at 35700 the marketplace has to offer. and open to the public.
Bainbridge Road. Their speaker for the evening will be one Put in Bay - Extensive walking. North Ridge Tours on Tues- Andy McDowell, Vice President of western operations for
of their members, Chris Trunk, on the “Magic of Gardening.” day. July 17. Fare is $84. Deadline: June 5. Come along as we the Land Conservancy, will be the featured speaker. McDowell
Chris is a very knowledgeable and entertaining speaker. If you visit the Memorial to Commander Oliver Hazard Perry, tour the has overseen the preservation of thousands of acres of farm-
have an interest in gardening, they invite you to attend their mansion and winery. Next we’ll visit the Butterfly Museum, a land and natural areas in Lorain, Huron, Erie, Medina, Ashland,
Richland, Summit, Stark and Wayne Counties. He will discuss
meetings. For more information, please call (440) 365-8522. unique habitat featuring a large variety of butterflies, and com- the merits of conservation easements, the differences between
North Ridgeville Library plete the trip with a stop at Toft’s Dairy in Sandusky. donated and purchased easements and the workings of the
Register for trips by calling (440) 353-0835. All trips must be
Clean Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program.
paid in full 30 days in advance unless otherwise stated. Landowners will also learn how they may receive income and
Introduction To Windows 10 - Monday, March 5, from 6:30-
8 p.m. Learn to use Microsoft’s newest operating system, includ- Alice seeks loving home estate tax benefits for donated easements.
A conservation easement preserves land by prohibiting or
ing how to customize your desktop, manage files & folders and limiting future development. While it is voluntarily granted
navigate Windows 10. by the landowner, the easement is permanent and runs with
Coloring for Grown Ups - Wednesday, March 7, from 1-2:30 to be held and would love to the land. Landowners can realize significant tax benefits from
p.m. Join us as we celebrate the adult coloring craze! Experience be loved. Can you make her granting easements on their property.
the calming, stress relieving benefits of coloring beautiful de- dream of having a forever To find out more information on the meeting, email amc-
signs and patterns made specifically for adults. Coloring sheets, family come true? All cats [email protected] or call (440) 774-4226.
colored pencils and markers will be provided. This program is receive one or more vacci-
for adults ages 18 and older. nations, a basic veterinary Canoe and Kayak Race
Harry Potter Herbology - Wednesday, March 7, from 6:45- examination, are wormed
The 50th annual Keel Haulers Vermilion River Canoe and
7:45 p.m. Do you like Harry Potter? Come and learn the proper and spayed/neutered and fe- Kayak Race will be held on March 25 this year, unless condi-
care of magical plants. Teens and tweens will create mandrakes line leukemia tested. Kittens tions do not allow it; the alternate date will be April 8, due to
to take home and enjoy. Don’t forget your earmuffs! under a year old are $50 and Easter being on April 1. This is a yearly event that draws people
Craft Closet - Saturday, March 10, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. over a year are only $20. All from all over Ohio and surrounding states.
Help! The library needs to clean out its craft closet. Did you miss kittens/ cats over 3 months Depending on conditions of the river, the race starts in Bir-
Alice
a story time craft? Or perhaps you have a favorite craft that you’d Alice is an affectionate, old are also micro-chipped. mingham, at Schoepfle Gardens, and finishes at Mill Hollow
like to remake. Here’s your chance! Ages 2 and up may drop in cuddly, friendly, lovable If you would like to give Park, 7.8 miles downstream. This Lorain County Metro Park is
anytime between 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. to make a special craft 10-month-old. She is just so Alice a new, loving, for- located on St. Rt. 113, just east of St. Rt. 60. Registration opens
(while supplies last). Preregistration not required. sweet! Alice came from an- ever home, please call the at 9 a.m.; first boat goes off at 10:30 a.m.
Eric Seddon’s Hot Club Jazz Quintet - Sunday, March 11, Friendship Animal Protec- There are 16 different classes, including canoes, kayaks and
from 3-4 p.m. Eric Seddon brings his Hot Club Jazz Quintet to other rescue so her past isn’t tive League at (440) 322- stand up on’s. Rules and more information can be found at the
known but that’s okay. Just
the library, including jazz musicians from the Cleveland and Ak- meet this pretty kitty and you 4321. (www.FriendshipAPL. canoe clubs’ website, http://www.keelhauler.org/khcc/vermil.
ron area who performed at the library last March and were a huge will see how playful and fun org) The shelter is located at htm.
hit. We look forward to an afternoon of lively jazz music from she is. Alice would make a 8303 Murray Ridge Road, in GLOW Volleyball Tournament
these talented musicians, as well as hearing some information great family pet. She likes Elyria.
about the history of jazz. Lorain County Community College will host a GLOW Vol-
The North Ridgeville Library is located at 35700 Bainbridge Rain seeks loving home leyball Tournament from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, in
Road. For more information or to register, call (440) 327-8326. the LCCC Gymnasium.
The event will include glow sticks, tape and black lights.
Senior Center Men’s Breakfast from a puppy mill. She’s a Prizes will be awarded for the winning team and best costumes.
little shy, but very sweet, is
Amy Carles of the Ohio Consumer Council will present “Are slowly learning to trust peo- The price is $50 per team or $40 for a team of LCCC students.
ple and loves playing with
All who are ages 16 and up are welcome. Glow T-shirts are
You an Energy Saver” program at the North Ridgeville Senior other dogs. She will make a available for $10 each. Proceeds will benefit the Phi Theta Kap-
Center Men’s Breakfast on March 15, from 9-10 a.m. great family pet. pa Honor Society.
Amy Carles is a senior outreach and education program spe- To meet Rain, call Mic- For more information or to register a team, e-mail Lisa Au-
cialist with Ohio Consumers’ Council (OCC), the residential ci with Safe Harbor Animal gustine at [email protected]. Lorain County Community
utility consumer advocate. Amy will present her program at 9:30 Rescue at (440) 670-7070. College is located at 1005 N. Abbe Road, in Elyria.
a.m. Here is a synopsis: How much do you really know about en-
ergy efficiency and keeping energy bills low? Test your knowl-
edge during this fun and interactive presentation while learning
fun facts and ways to reduce energy usage. Rain
The Men’s breakfast is open to senior men 55 years and older. Rain is a 1-1/2 year-old
Join them for conversation and friendship while learning about female Shiba-Inu. Rain is
special interests and information! The breakfast, served from spayed, microchipped and is
9-10 a.m., is a hot entrée along with fruit cup, juice and coffee, all all caught up on her vaccines.
for $3. Reservations should be called in by 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Rain was thankfully rescued
March 13, to the Senior Center at (440) 353-0828.
Senior Trips French Creek The-
Downtown Norwalk - Moderate walking through Downtown atre presents...
Norwalk on Tuesday, March 20. Fare is $20. Departure from Se- “Children of Eden,” based
nior Center at 8:30 a.m.; return at 4:30 p.m. on a concept by Charles
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - Extensive walking through the Lisanby, with a book by John
house and gardens of Stan Hywet, on Tuesday, April 17, from 9 Caird, music and lyrics by
a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fare is $35 (lunch on your own) due at booking, Stephen Schwartz and or-
non- refundable. Take a Guided Tour of the Mansion and Gar- chestrations by Bruce Cough-
dens, then stop for lunch at Akron Family Restaurant. lin and Martin Erskine. This
epic musical event plays
March 9-25 in French Creek’s
New Perennials for 2018! Ewing Theatre.
In the beginning, Adam
Saturday, March 10, at 1 p.m. at N. Ridgeville and Eve live in a state of per-
Andrea from Willoway Nursery will be fection with their Father. But
covering the new perennials for 2018. when they eat from the Tree
Come join the fun and get the inside of Knowledge, their disobe-
scoop! Please RSVP. dience sets off a powerful
chain of events spanning
Fruit Trees are in! generations and leaves the
First come, first serve. far reaches of their bloodline
searching for the way back to
Eden. Forbidden fruit, floods
Allow us to Introduce You to Your Garden and forgiveness come togeth-
Veggie by Veggie! er for this sweeping musical
saga based on the book of
Saturday, March 10, 10 a.m. N. Ridgeville / 1 p.m. Amherst Genesis.
We will walk through the gardening Performances are Fridays
season - month by month - and discuss each & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and
vegetable in its time. Information included: Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are
varieties, how to plant, techniques for $16 for adults and $10 for
improving germination, supporting growth and children under the age of 18.
more. Bring your questions! Please RSVP. The French Creek Theatre
Box Office is open 10 a.m. -
6 p.m. daily and is located at
Check out our new website at 4530 Colorado Ave., in Shef-
www.mouldsplantation.com field. The Friday, March 9,
curtain time is 8 p.m.
East: 34837 Lorain Rd., West: Cr. of Rts. 58 & 113
North Ridgeville 440-327-3407 Amherst 440-986-7777
M-F 8-5, Sat. 8:30-4 M-F 9-5:30, Sat. 9-5
Page 8, RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 5, 2018 Veterans (living or deceased) in Eaton Township (for at least
Eaton NEWS 1 year of their life) that would like their name to be engraved
on our Veterans Memorial Wall/Bench, should contact the town
[email protected] hall at (440) 748-2236. Cost is $50.
CALENDER:
University of Akron graduate Baptist Church.
3/5 - 5-7 p.m. Free Monthly Clothing Pantry at North Eaton
Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre The Priddy Family would 3/6 - 6:30 p.m. Board of Trustees Work Session pertaining
Friends of the Metro Parks of Lorain County present their like to announce the gradua- to Permanent Appropriations.
7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees Bi-Monthly meeting.
13th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, “A Killer in the tion of Scott Priddy from the 3/7 - 8:15 p.m. Zoning Commission Public Hearing (after
University of Akron on May
Kitchen,” by Paula Hinton. The dates are Fridays and Satur- 12, 2018. Scott will be grad- 7 p.m. regular meeting) pertaining to: Review of Site Plan for
days, May 11, 12, 18 & 19. Seating is at 6:30 p.m. and dinner uating with a B.S. degree in Ruth Restoration file: SP-2018-01 in regards to 35525 Royal-
is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per individual or $58 per couple. Athletic Training from the ton Rd on parcel# 11-00-036-101-001
Group rates are available. For reservations or additional infor- School of Sports Science and 3/8 - 6:30 p.m. at LCCC (Culinary Bldg) Movie Presenta-
mation, please call (216) 544-3865. The Carlisle Visitor Center Wellness Education. Scott is tion: FARMLAND
is located at 12882 Diagonal Road, in LaGrange. a member of the Phi Kappa 7 p.m. in Wellington: LORCO meeting.
3/11 - Daylight Savings Time - Change your smoke detector
Rolling Thunder Chili Cook-off Si Fraternity and a member of batteries too!
the National Athletic Training
3/14 - 7 p.m. Zoning Commission Public Hearing pertain-
The Rolling Thunder, Inc. Ohio Chapter 8 is having their an- Association. ing to: Zoning Amendment of Article 6, (Residential) File ZA-
nual Chili Cook-off on Sunday, March 11, from 12-3 p.m. The Scott is a Midview High 2017-03; Zoning commission will move into a Special Meet-
new location for the cook-off is VFW Post #5137, located at School graduate. ing to discuss other zoning topics as soon as Public Hearing is
3916 Pearl Rd., in Medina. Tickets are $10 at the door. Presale Scott Priddy Congratulations! concluded.
tickets are $7. Children under 12 are free. 3/15 - 6:30 p.m. Monthly LCTA meeting hosted by Elyria
In addition they will have a 50/50 raffle, a $200 meat raffle Township.
and a $100 date night and basket raffle. The winning chili re- Eaton Township news 3/20 - 7:30 p.m. Board of Trustees Bi-Monthly meeting.
ceives $50. If entering chili, call Tim or Becky for more details Location for all calendar items are 12043 Avon Belden Rd.,
at (330) 723-0116. For presale tickets or more information, call Please note our Compost Center is now closed until spring! unless noted otherwise.
Tim Dvorak at (216) 789-1574. Tickets are also available from Please contact our office at (440) 748-2236 or secretary@
the VFW Post. eatontownship.org to request a Resident Packet with links to Ask the Remodeler
Come join in the fun, whether you want to cook and com- Resources in the County/Township.
pete or just eat! Please visit our Facebook page for info. daily at www.face- Question: We want to expand our kitchen and blow out the
book.com/EATONTOWNSHIP. back wall. We have our own decorator and would like to know
Local Eaton Twp. Businesses (retail & at-home) should con- if you would work with us and our decorator?
tact the secretary to be listed in our Business Listing Answer: We would be interested in your project, however it
Township Hall Rentals: $50/Hall rental for Eaton Town- would be important to meet with you and your decorator to dis-
ship Residents and $75 for non-residents; lots of open dates! cuss your project and see if all involved felt it would be a good
Call the Secretary to schedule your family or work party! ($100 fit. Clearly defined roles, quality product selections and good
cleaning deposit) All non-profits that serve the youth of Ea- relationships between all are essential parts to making a project
ton Township get free hall rentals (examples: 4-H, Girl Scouts, flow smoothly and leaving everyone satisfied with a job well
School Groups). done. Once those things are accepted by all, we would love to
Did you know the Township will allow you to “borrow” 7 be a part of making your dream a reality.
tables/24 chairs to use for a party. Call the Township to reserve If you have any questions you would like to ask, send them
it at (440) 748-2236! (must be an Eaton Twp. resident) via email to [email protected]. --Don Jason
Residential lock boxes & mailbox reflective signs are avail-
Keep in touch with your community able at the town hall office.
Visit: www.CarlisleTownship.com Reminder: Notary services are complimentary for Eaton Need to look at our archives?
Township residents. Visit our website at:
Eaton Township has a curfew between Midnight-5 a.m., per
Resolution 90-413. www.rural-urbanrecord.com
Reminder: Transient vendors & solicitors must have a per-
mit (by Eaton Town hall) to go door to door in our township;
residents are instructed to contact the Sheriff’s dept. for all vi-
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Controlling of your blood pressure 8 p.m., now through May 2018, for one on one help with all
your devices! We will match you up with a student to help
Everyone knows someone with high blood pressure, you better understand your device. Bring your friends. All are
welcome. No RSVP required.
but how many of us actually know what blood pressure is? St. Mary of the Woods is located at 35755 Detroit Road,
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the ar- in Avon.
tery (big blood vessel) walls as the heart beats. It’s normal
for blood pressure to go up and down throughout the day, New legislation passage
but if it stays consistently high for a long time, it can dam-
age the heart. protects vulnerable seniors
“Blood pressure is a big concern for seniors because it’s
a ‘silent killer,’” explains David Covell, MPH, RS, Health Lorain County Recorder Judy Nedwick announced
“Healthy Outlook” program Commissioner at Lorain County Public Health. “It doesn’t today that legislation to help protect Ohio’s seniors and
have any warning signs or symptoms, so a lot of people
don’t know they have it until they start having problems like other unsuspecting populations against deceptive market-
ing practices has unanimously passed both the House and
North Ridgeville Senior Center will present a free pro- a stroke or heart disease.”
gram, “Healthy Outlook,” on Mondays, March 5-26, from Luckily, it’s easy to find out if you have high blood Senate Chambers. Amended House Bill 52, sponsored by
Representative Jeff Rezabek, makes several reforms to
1-2 p.m. The North Ridgeville Senior Center has joined with pressure. In fact, blood pressure monitors are available for regulate the solicitation of real property deeds.
local organizations to present this free program. The North checkout at the following local libraries: Amended House Bill 52 comes in response to deed
Ridgeville Senior Center is located at 7327 Avon Belden Rd., • Avon Branch Library, 37485 Harvest Drive solicitation scams plaguing many Ohioans, including
in North Ridgeville, next to City Hall (situated on the corner • Columbia Branch Library, 13824 W. River Road North elderly and first time homeowners, whereby companies
of Avon Belden Rd. and Bainbridge Rd). For reservations, • Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Road, Shef- outside of Ohio will send official looking notifications
please call the Senior Center at (440) 353-0828 to make a field Lake to homeowners informing them that they need a copy of
reservation, light refreshments provided. • Elyria Central Branch Library, 320 Washington Ave. their property deed for a charge of $80-$90. Typically un-
Every New Year we all make resolutions to try to be healthy • Elyria West River Branch Library, 1194 W. River Road beknownst to the homeowner, they can obtain a copy of
that we break a few weeks after making them. “Healthy Out- North their deed from the county recorder’s office for a minimal
look” is to help keep those goals easy and attainable for the • Keystone-LaGrange Branch Library, 101 West St. fee.
rest of your life. • Lorain Main Library, 351 W. Sixth St. The provisions under Amended House Bill 52 require
The program topics are as follows: • North Ridgeville Branch Library, 35700 Bainbridge that specific disclosures be made to consumers when they
March 5 - Food Safety, presented by Lorain County Public Road
Health. • South Lorain Branch Library, 2121 Homewood Drive, are solicited a fee for real property deeds, including the
cost to obtain the deed from the county recorder, the con-
March 12 - Nutritional Eating, presented by Lea Gold- Lorain
smith, Maximize Fitness. To discover if your blood pressure is consistently too tact information for the county recorder, and the name
and address of the person soliciting the fee. The bill also
K
March 19 - Cooking for One demonstration & Portion high, take your blood pressure daily and keep track of your
Control, presented by Ideal HHC, Woods on French Creek, blood pressure readings. Write down the numbers in the prohibits charging a fee of more than four times the cost
to obtain a copy of a deed from the county recorder. A
Bella Hospice. blood pressure wallet card provided in the library kit, or use violation of these requirements falls under the Ohio Con-
March 26 - Healthy Lifestyle Choices, presented by Nutri- an app on your phone like “Check it: Your Blood Pressure,” sumer Sales Practices Act and may result in a fine.
tionist, Northridge Health Campus. by Park Bench Digital (download for free in Google Play The bill was sent to the Governor for his signature and
Store or on iTunes). Then, share your results with a health was signed into law 2/8/2018, effective 90 days from the
care provider. signed date.
If you have high blood pressure, or if you want to pre- For more information, contact the Lorain County Re-
vent high blood pressure, take these four easy steps to get corder’s office at (440) 329-5148.
in control:
1. If you smoke, find help to quit. Talk to a health care
provider or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW for free help. Tobacco
Heather Taras, LPN immediately raises blood pressure in the short-term, and Caring for Older Parents
Case Manager, Director of Admissions causes additional damage to arteries in the long term.
2. Be active. Ask your doctor what type of exercise might
Cell 440-822-0305 | Offi ce 440-355-4616 | Fax 440-782-4030 be best for you - consider starting with a brisk daily walk.
[email protected] Physical activity makes the heart stronger and lessens stress
on arteries.
383 Opportunity Way • LaGrange, Ohio 44050 3. Eat less salt and eat more fruits and vegetables. Salt
www.keystone-pointe.net makes you dehydrated, which causes high blood pressure.
Fruits and vegetables can help hydrate you and keep you
North Ridge Tours, Inc. healthy overall. Eating from the DASH diet (Dietary Ap-
proaches to Stop Hypertension) is one technique that’s prov-
5795 Tree Moss Ln, North Ridgeville, OH en to help lower blood pressure.
4. Join the YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring pro-
440-465-1578 gram to help you learn to manage blood pressure. Send an
Specializing in Quality Senior Group Tours! email to [email protected] or leave a mes- You care about your parents. And yet, sometimes, you just don’t know the
One Day Group Trips sage for Linda at 216-509-3480 to register or to ask ques- best way to help them, especially when they are trying to remain independent.
tions. Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home services is an exceptional program of
May 1: BREAK INTO SPRING...........................$84.00 For more information on how to live healthy, contact Lo- care and caring that matches seniors who want to provide services
with those who are looking for help.
June 12: HOLDEN to HARTVILLE.......................$89.00 rain County Public Health at (440) 322-6367 or visit Lorain-
July 17: PUT in BAY...........................................$84.00 CountyHealth.com. Follow your local health department on • Companionship • Dementia/Alzheimer’s Care
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• Personal Grooming and Dressing
• Light Housekeeping
Aug. 28: HOMETOWN - GUERNSEY COUNTY.........$89.00 ...and more!
Oct. 13: WINE, CHOCOLATE, PEEK n' PEAK........$94.00 Tech Connect for Seniors
Dec. 5: OGLEBAY CHRISTMAS LIGHT...............$94.00
Avon High School Key Club and St. Mary of the Woods
Multi-Day Group Tours will once again partner to offer technical support for Seniors.
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The Schroer Group celebrates Corn and Chicken Chowder
45 years of care
It started with the purchase of a 50-bed nursing home in
1973. Now with four companies, 29 locations and 3,700 em-
ployees, The Schroer Group Inc. is excited to mark its 45th
anniversary in the longterm care industry on February 26. An
ongoing celebration continues throughout the year remem-
bering where the company started, and embracing what it has
accomplished. It will also honor the legacy of founders Sue
and the late Gerald F. Schroer Sr. while looking forward to a
bright future of a family-owned business.
“Our story really is the American Dream,” said Jerry Mahjongg - 12-3 p.m. (no games on 2nd Thursday of
Schroer Jr., Chief Executive Officer of The Schroer Group. month). The group meets on Thursday’s at 12 p.m. for in-
“Our mom and dad’s commitment, foresight and focus on struction and game playing. A small fee for player’s card is
quality care and service paved the way to where weare to- “A very hearty soup that is low fat and delicious! To make required and instruction is free!
day. And none of it would be possible without the hardwork- this soup even a little healthier you can omit the salt.” Cards - Pinochle and Euchre enthusiasts’ gather every
ing people who helped us get here. Everyone in The Schroer Ingredients Thursday, from 12-4 p.m. at the Center to play cards. No
Group family is proud of reaching this milestone.” 3 slices ham, chopped experience needed. Newcomers welcomed. On the second
Today, The Schroer Group has grown to be a parent of 1 onion, chopped Thursday of month play begins at 1:30 p.m.
four family-owned companies: Altercare Integrated Health 3 stalks celery, sliced thin The North Ridgeville Senior Center is located at 7327
Services, Absolute Health Services, Avalon Foodservice and 2 pounds peeled and cubed potatoes Avon Belden Rd., in North Ridgeville. (440) 353-0828.
Leverage Purchasing Group. The Schroer Group is commit- 3 cups chicken broth Closed March 30 for Good Friday.
ted to providing a continuum of quality care. This was evident 1 1/2 cups water
when U.S. News and World Report selected nine Altercare 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
facilities as a “Best Nursing Home for 2017-2018.” 4 cups fresh corn kernels
“There’s a belief in the human being—a focus on the resi- 3 cups skim milk
dent,” said Schroer Jr. “We believe in quality. We’ll put time, 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
energy and resources behind to make sure we’re providing 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
quality care to residents, customers and our employees.” salt and pepper to taste
6 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Volunteers connect with Directions
Put onion, ham, celery, chicken broth, water, and chicken
older adults in Lorain County tenderloins in 6 quart stock pot. With stock pot partially cov-
ered bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for about 15 to 20
Volunteers connect with older adults in Lorain County minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken
Adults that are connected to other people are less like- and set aside.
ly to experience loneliness and isolation. To better connect Add corn, potatoes, milk, thyme, and pepper to pot, salt is
Lorain County adults ages 55 and over to the community, optional. Simmer, uncovered until potatoes are tender.
the Lorain County Public Health’s Buddy Connect Pilot Cut chicken tenderloins into 1/2 inch pieces and return to
Program connects older adults with a volunteer buddy at no stock pot.
cost. Enrolled older adults will receive phone calls monthly Thicken soup with cornstarch or flour, adding in 2 table-
from a volunteer buddy to help connect them better to the spoon increments and stirring. Once soup has reached desired
community; once a month home visits are also available. thickness let simmer 5 minutes and then serve. Gift Certificates Available
To sign up for this no-cost program, call (440) 567-4120. Recipe By:Cheryl Long, courtesy of www.allrecipes.
Buddy clients and volunteers have already begun to con- “Now Offering 12 months Interest Free”
nect. Space is still available to enroll in the Buddy Connect N. Ridgeville Senior Center events
Pilot Program.
W
Volunteer opportunities are also available. Training will Special Events: We buy Gold, Sterling Silver,
be provided and includes background checks. March 8 - Super Thursday Luncheon, at 12 p.m. Darren Silver Coins & Silverware
For more information, contact Lorain County Public & Kristen perform a variety of music ballads to rock n’ roll!
Health at 440-322-6367 or visit LorainCountyHealth.com. Lunch includes salad, roll, entrée, beverage and dessert for
Follow your local health department on Twitter @Lorain- $5, reservations required by calling N. R. Senior Center at 665 Chestnut Commons Dr., Elyria
CoHealth, Facebook or YouTube. (440) 353-0828. (440) 322-0019
March 22 - Women’s Brunch, 10:30 am: Happy Easter!
“Homes and Gardens of 19th century Elyria” presented by www.elyriajewelers.com
Anne Michaels, LCHS. Includes a hot entrée, fruit, juice and Hours: Tues. 9:30-7 • Wed./Thurs./Fri. 9:30-5 • Sat. 9:30-3:30
coffee for $3.; Call (440) 353-0828 to place reservations.
March 29 - “Luau”- Young at Heart Brunch, 10:30
-11:30 a.m. Morning entertainment is Island Jeff with his
Steel Pan music taking us to the islands. Wear your best Ha-
waiian outfit! Brunch is a hot entrée, fruit, juice and coffee for
Jodi Marsh $3. Call (440) 353-0828 for reservations by Tuesday, March
Admission Coordinator 27.
Call for Admissions or Questions Ongoing Programs:
Offi ce 440-695-1400 | Fax 440-695-1401 Blood Pressure - Third Wednesday of every month 10
[email protected] a.m.- 12 p.m. Walk-ins first come, first serve.
37845 Colorade Ave • Avon, Ohio 44011 Socialization, Lunch, Bingo - Every Wednesday begin-
www.thewoodsonfrenchcreek.com ning at 9 a.m., 12 p.m. lunch with a $4, reservation required;
12:30-2 p.m. - Bingo.
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other chances to win with side boards, Chinese raffle baskets, a Spring into Kindergarten
50/50 raffle and games. For tickets or more information, con-
tact Mary Brosky at (216) 440-7991. Midview Kindergarten Registration Night will be held on
NOMINATIONS BEING SOUGHT
It’s time again for the annual Right Track Awards to be pre- Thursday, March 22, from 5-7 p.m. at Midview North Cafe-
sented. These awards are given to acknowledge those who have teria. You will be able to register your child for Kindergarten,
meet the principals and Kindergarten teachers, tour the school
tirelessly worked for their community without any compensa- and enjoy some cookies!
tion. It is the tenth year for this civic award. A Right Track
GRAFTON HOT STOVE Award is given to a Business of the Year, a non-profit Organi- Please remember to bring your child’s birth certificate, 2
Grafton Hot Stove Baseball is still currently accepting reg- zation of the Year, a Youth of the Year and a Citizen of the Year. proofs of residence, shot records, social security card, IEP (if
istrations. Only a few spots are open in the following divisions: We are currently accepting nominations for the 2017 Awards. applicable) and custody papers (if applicable).
Class I, HH, H, EE, E & D. Those interested in signing up, Nominations can be made by any citizen by sending an e-mail We can’t wait to see you there!
please contact Kristen Stout - [email protected]. to [email protected].
FRIENDS OF GMPL NEWS PIEROGI LUNCHES Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
The next meeting of the Friends of the Grafton-Midview St. Mary Parish Elyria is once again offering their pierogi
Library will be held on Tuesday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the lunches on the Fridays of Lent. Lunches are being served in the On Sunday, March 25, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., you can have a
Community Room of the Library. The meeting is open to all. parish hall from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. through March 23. The $6 delicious Pancake Breakfast and see the Easter Bunny too! The
The Friends group will be presenting a special event at the li- meal consists of 5 Sophie’s Choice pierogis, onions and sour breakfast will be held at VFW Post #3341 in Grafton, located
brary: “Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story” will be cream, salad, applesauce, roll and beverage. Take-out orders at 781 Huron St.
presented on Friday, March 23, in the library at 7 p.m. The Em- can be placed by calling (440) 323-5539. Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage,
my-nominated film shares the story of the first woman to solo FRIDAY FISH FRYS milk, juice and coffee. Price is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors &
hike the 2,168 mile Appalachian Trail in 1955 at the age of 67. Grafton VFW - The annual Grafton VFW Lenten fish fry children 4-10; 3 years old and under eat free. There will also be
This is a remarkable story presented by Eden Valley Enterpris- will be held every Friday evening through March 30 at the a bake sale. The kids can enjoy coloring and craft making along
es, based on the book by Ben Montgomery. Emma Gatewood Post on Huron Street. It is open to the public. Members will be with having their picture taken with the Easter Bunny for $5.
was born in Ohio, raised 11 children and survived years of do- serving from 5-7 p.m. Carry outs are available by calling 926- All proceeds benefit the Cpl. Brad D. Squires Scholarship
mestic abuse…and one day told her children she was going for 3341 after 4p.m. on Fridays. A Lake Erie Perch dinner is $12, a Fund and the Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation. For any
a walk. The event is free and open to the public. Reservations shrimp dinner is $12 and a half and half dinner is $13. Chicken additional information, call (440) 823-3993.
are recommended. Light refreshments will follow the presenta- tenders are also available.
tion/discussion. In April, the group will hold their semi-annual The Knights of Columbus - The Knights of Columbus Midview Tennis fund-raiser
book sale. They are currently accepting donations of new and Council 8369 will again be having Friday Fish Frys at Our
gently used books, CDs and DVDs. Lady Queen of Peace Church Hall, 702 Erie St., in Grafton. Zumbathon! for Midview Tennis, on Sunday, March 11,
SENIOR LUNCHEON Service will be on March 9, 16 and 23 from 5-7 p.m. Lake from 1-3 p.m. at Midview High School, in the K-Gym. Ev-
The March Senior Luncheon will be held on Thursday, Perch, shrimp, pierogi’s, fries, coleslaw, applesauce, macaro- eryone from everywhere is welcome. No Zumba experience is
March 8, at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady Queen of Peace parish hall. ni and cheese and homemade pies are available. Dinner prices necessary!
Please bring a dish to share; the meat will be provided. After start at $11 for adults; senior citizen dinners are $10. Take outs Preregistration is $10 by March 9 and $15 at the door.
lunch, Chef Sergio Vives, from Keystone Pointe, will demon- are available. Pay by cash or a check made payable to “Midview Athletic
strate some easy to make tasty food options. Samples will be Boosters. Contact Coach M. Carey to pre-register at midview-
made for those in attendance. All seniors who are old enough Cemetery clean-up [email protected] or mail your registration to: Mid-
for a Golden Buckeye Card are welcome. view Tennis, 325 Lake Ave., Elyria OH 44035.
4-H NEWS St. Mary’s Cemetery, on Rt. 57 in Grafton, is asking that There will be snacks and goody bags for paid registrants. A
The Grafton Grangers 4-H Club has begun their 2018 sea- all decorations be removed by the weekend of March 17, as 50/50 will be for sale, too.
son. The group will meet on every other Thursday at 6:30 p.m. they prepare the cemetery for Easter. New decorations may be Find them on facebook for the full registration form; search
in the Grafton North Park Community Room, 1050 Novak Rd. placed starting on Sunday, March 25. Any decorations left after “Zumbathon for Midview Tennis.”
The next meeting will be held on March 8. Our membership March 18 will be discarded. Grafton-Midview Library
drive months are February and March. Come check us out and
see the huge variety of projects available. Find a project idea
you would like to learn more about. Some projects include To register for programs, visit the library at 983 Main Street
things like scrapbooking, welding, and collecting things. An- Grafton, or call (440) 926-3317. Registrations accepted on-line
imal projects such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens and more at www.gmplibrary.org.
are also available. There will also be the election of officers and It is officially March and spring is right around the corner! AARP Tax Aide - Friday through April 13, from 9:30 a.m.-
introduction of new members. You could be a new member for With the new month, comes a flurry of activity for Midview 2:30 p.m. AARP Tax Aide volunteers assist patrons with no-
this fair season in August 2018. We also have a great 4-H camp Schools and we’d love for you to be a part of it. cost tax preparation. AARP volunteers will help everyone but
this summer. On March 7, East Intermediate will hold Parent-Teacher specialize in helping seniors. Appointments are required. Call
MIDVIEW BAND NEWS Conferences from 3:30-7 p.m. the Library at (440) 926-3317.
The Midview High School Band will be participating in the On March 7 & 8, our fourth graders will perform their annu- Preschool Storytime - March 6, 13, 20, 27, at 10 a.m. & 6
Ohio Music Educator’s Association’s Large Group Adjudicated al music program. On March 7, the students in Ms. Carnahan, p.m. Storytime for children ages 3-6 featuring stories, songs,
Event. They will be judged on several prepared pieces and a Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. McMillen, Ms. Pritt and Mrs. Viers’ classes fingerplays and activities to help encourage development of
site reading piece. We wish them great success! will perform. On March 8, we will hear from the students in early literacy skills. Registration is not required.
The Midview Middle School Band will be preforming a Mrs. Brandenburg, Mrs. Leopold, Miss Loudermilk and Mrs. Adult Social Hour - Luck of the Draw - March 6, 11 a.m.
concert at the Midview Middle School on Thursday evening, Reichel’s classes. Both performances begin at 7 p.m. at West In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, let’s play card games that require
March 15. They have been working very hard all school year Elementary a little bit of skill and a lot of luck.
for this performance. Please come and enjoy our up and coming This Saturday, March 10, I invite you to the After-Prom National Craft Month: Teen Bonanza - March 6, 13, 20
musicians! Committee’s annual Dodgeball Tournament Fund-raiser. This & 27, at 3 p.m. Celebrate National Craft Month with us. Ev-
REVERSE RAFFLE event is always a lot of fun and the funds raised support activi- ery Tuesday in March there will be a different themed craft.
There will be a Reverse Raffle to benefit the students of St. ties for a safe after-prom experience for our students. March 6: Create a safety pin beaded cuff. March 13: Create
Mary School in Elyria on Saturday, March 10, from 5:30-10:30 Also on March 10, the Touchdown Club is holding its an- a cool seashell necklace, great for boys and girls. March 20:
p.m. in the parish hall, 237 Fourth Street, in Elyria. Dinner nual reverse raffle and Steak Fry. The event will take place Paint a personalized mousepad for your computer. March 27:
will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the grand prize drawing will be March 10, at the New Russia Town Hall, which is located at Create comic book coasters. Registration is required for each
pulled at 9 p.m. Tickets are $35 each and include dinner, des- 46300 Butternut Ridge Rd., in Oberlin. Doors open at 6 p.m. program.
sert, beverages and a chance at the grand prize. There will be with dinner at 7 p.m. The cost of a ticket is $50 and includes
a Big Board Ticket, Steak Dinner, Beer/Wash. In addition to
KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS the Steak Fry and main Reverse Raffle, there will also be Door
Prizes, Side Boards and a Chinese Raffle. Over $5,000 in cash
and prizes will be given away at the event. Proceeds help sup-
GENERAL PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY port the Midview Football and Cheerleading programs.
Lastly, if you’re into fitness and want to raise some money
~NEW PATIENTS WELCOME~ in the process, the Midview Tennis Program is hosting a Zumb-
Hours By Appointment athon fundraiser March 11, from 1-3 p.m. inside Kubuski Gym 440-371-2862
at Midview High School. All proceeds will benefit Midview
419 NORTH MAIN STREET Tennis. Pre-register by March 9 for $10. The price at the door www.jenniferherron.com
is $15.
GRAFTON, OHIO Have a great week!
Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353
440-926-2705 Free Home Selling Seminar & Breakfast
March 21 at 10am
st
Trail Magic: Restaurant The Nest at Grey Hawk
The Grandma Gatewood Story & Pub Since 1983 665 US Grant St, LaGrange
Emmy-nominated documentary about the Rt. 57 Grafton If you are looking to sell your home in 2018, you
really need to attend this seminar before putting
first woman to solo hike the Appalachian 926-2621 your home on the market. If you are planning on
Trail at age 67!! www.graftonunicorn.com moving up, downsizing or a family member can
Based on the book by Ben Montgomery Brigid’s Cross no longer live on there own, you want to attend
Presented by Eden Valley Enterprises this seminar. This seminar will help you protect
Sponsored by Friends of Grafton Midview Public Library Returns! your equity while getting your home sold quickly.
Thursday, March 8 , @ 7:15pm You will learn:
th
Friday, Mar 23 7:00pm - How to sell your home for Top Dollar with no snags
Community Room in the ~Join the Award Winning duo~ on closing day!
Grafton Midview Public Library “Peggy & Paulie” - Why staging is so very important to the selling
for an Evening of Great Music & Merriment process?
Free & Open to the Public - Which repairs/upgrades are important and which
Light Refreshments EARLY BIRD "PERCH" FRY are a waste of money.
Reservations requested FRIDAYS 4-6 pm $9.95 - How a buyer’s financing affects your bottom line.
Call the library at with house fries & cole slaw - Why having a home inspection now is a good idea.
440-926-3317 Open: Tues - Sat from 4pm - PLUS so much more!
Seating is limited, Reserve a seat today!
Writers Bunch - Tuesday, March 6 & 20, 5:30 p.m. Test 4-H Endowment Board RURAL-URBAN RECORD, March 5, 2018 Page 13
your skills and make new writing friends; join us for assign- the documents needed for the gram is funded by the U.S.
ments, critiquing and snacks. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the Dinner & Auction fund-raiser appointment. Those needing Department of Energy and
month. Registration is not required. to do so may also speak to a administered by the Ohio
Tech Tutor - Wednesday, March 7, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 Lorain County’s 4-H program currently helps over 2,000 representative during regular Development Services
p.m. and 2:30-4:30 p.m. Tech Tutor appointments are available youth (ages 5-18) develop skills to become successful contrib- office hours. Agency’s Office of Com-
to help with your technology questions. Bring your questions uting adults in our society. With support from donors, they are The Winter Crisis Pro- munity Assistance.
about computers, smartphones, tablets, and many other devices able to continue to keep the 4-H program in Lorain County -
so a librarian can help find solutions and answers. Registra- one of the best in Ohio.
tion is recommended; however, walk-ins are welcome if times The 4-H Endowment fund helps support this vital 4-H pro-
are available. Please stop by or call the Information Desk with gram by awarding scholarships, grants and other funding re-
questions about this program. Open Tech Tutor also takes place quests.
on many Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-noon and Thursdays from 2-4 The dinner/auction this year will be held March 24 at Wel-
p.m. lington Fairgrounds. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the dinner is at
Baby Playtime - Thursday, March 8, 22, at 10 a.m. Bring 6:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are available for $20 each or you can
your little one for playtime at the Library! We have special play sponsor a table for $200 and receive 8 tickets. All tickets are
mats, games and activities for children birth to 3 years. A great advance sale only. Cemetery Clean Up
way to learn and socialize for baby and grown-up! For more ticket or donation information, please contact the
Dad’s & Donuts - Saturday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. Dads are OSU Extension Office at (440) 326-5851. The Grafton Township Trustees are asking all decorations
invited to bring their little dudes or dudettes to the Library for a be removed by March 17 from the Grafton Township Ceme-
father and child storytime. We will celebrate your special bond Chamber Music Society Concert teries - Nesbett, Belden & Nichols-Aldrich. After this date, the
with stories, songs, crafts and donuts. township will dispose of all remaining decorations.
Coding Club - Monday, March 12, at 3 p.m. Come and join Rocky River Chamber Music Society’s next concert will
us as we explore the world of coding, build cool projects, and take place at West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church in LCCC Hosts Signature Series
have fun! Meet in the Teen Zone and learn together how to Rocky River on Monday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. It will feature
build simple computer programs, create animation, play with a brilliant musical collaboration between world renowned clar- Recital Performance
tech toys, and more. No experience necessary to participate. inetist Allan Ware and the Ciompi Quartet, founded at Duke
Already know how to code? We need mentors! Ages 10-17. University in 1965. Both Allan Ware and the Ciompi Quartet Lorain County Community College department of Arts and
Space is limited due to equipment requirements. have performed on stages throughout the United States, Eu- Humanities will host a Signature Series performance at 7:30
Inspirational Book Club - Wednesday, March 14, at Noon. rope and Asia and have recorded extensively. Their concert in p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, at the Cirigliano Studio Theatre
You need not have read the book to attend. Bring your lunch Rocky River will feature two quintets for clarinet and strings by in the Stocker Arts Center.
(optional) and come ready to discuss each book. Book copies Weber and Brahms, and a quartet for strings by Mozart. Crit- This Signature Series recital features LCCC faculty Janine
are available at our Customer Service Desk. Facilitator, Peg- ics have praised Allan Ware for his flexible and colorful tone, Porter, soprano, accompanied by Andrea Belding Elson on vi-
gy Wyar. Read Atonement Child by Francine Rivers. A young intelligent interpretations and virtuosic technique. The Quartet olin and Brian Wilson on piano. The performance’s curator is
woman’s life seems to be on a perfect path until her rock-solid is known for its intelligence, musical sophistication and warm, Jeffrey Mumford.
faith is rocked by a shocking incident. unified sound that is enhanced by each player’s strong individ- Admission is free. For more information, contact Ashley
Anime Club - Wednesday, March 14, at 3 p.m. In this teen ual voice. For further information, visit the RRCMS website Koviak at (440) 366-4013 or [email protected]. The
program, watch Anime videos, draw your own characters and at www.rrcms.org or follow RRCMS on Facebook and Twitter. Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain County
enjoy Japanese themed snacks. Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, in Elyria.
Babypalooza - March 15, 29, at 10 a.m. Join us every other Winter Crisis Help expands
Thursday for this short and lively program for babies (birth to University of Akron Graduates
3 years) and their caregivers. Babypalooza is a great way to Additional avenues of All sites are closed for
introduce baby to the world of stories using songs, rhymes, and help are coming in the next lunch daily from 12-1 p.m. Congratulations to the following local students who are Fall
lap bounces. Registration is not required. two weeks as LCCAA’s Win- All sites also offer enrollment 2017 University of Akron Graduates:
After School Video Games - Thursday, March 15, 3 p.m. ter Crisis program winds in the Percentage of Income Erica Braden of Wellington; Jesse Cottrell of North Rid-
Have fun after school and play video games at the Library. Try down toward its end date, Payment Plan, which oper- geville; Conrad Doehne of Grafton; Desarae Evans of Graf-
out the Library’s new Xbox One system or play other favorite March 31. ates year round and lowers ton; Richard Klingshirn of Grafton; Amber Mahone of Elyria;
games for the PS3, XBox 360, and Wii systems. Bring in your LCCAA’s HEAP Offic- bills to a level more manage- Jacqueline Manosky of Elyria; Evan Mertz of Elyria; Kristo-
own games to share or select from the Library’s collection. es will have additional help able for the working poor. pher Mitroff of Elyria; Erin Morris of Grafton; John Smith of
Cleveland at War - Thursday, March 15, at 6:30 p.m. Eric available for customers of Residents must be living at Grafton; Nelly Szente of North Ridgeville; Michelle Thimke of
Rivet, from the Western Reserve Historical Society presents First Energy, and beginning or below 150% of the federal Elyria; and Joshua Wyman of Elyria.
Cleveland at War. Eric will discuss Cleveland’s role in World March 6, LCCAA is adding poverty line to be eligible for Congratulations!
War I and World War II and Cleveland’s industrial contribu- walk-in hours at its Elyria PIPP.
tions. He will also share stories of prominent Clevelanders and office. LCCAA’s automated ap-
local heroes who helped achieve victory. Existing First Energy pointment line includes a re- SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
Hide & Seek - Friday, March 16, at 6:30 p.m. Have you customers living at or below corded message describing
ever wanted to run around the library? How about stay at the 200% of the Federal Poverty
library after hours? Your wish has been granted! Please note: Line can receive assistance at
Participants will be closed in the Library at 6:30 p.m. and must any LCCAA office on a first
be picked up by 8 p.m. Registration is required and permission come, first served basis. No Get Ready For
slips must be signed for participants before the date of the pro- disconnect notice or crisis sit-
gram. For children grades K-3. uation is needed.
Monthly Book Discussion - Wednesday, March 21, at 10 LCCAA’s Winter Cri-
a.m. & Thursday, March 22, at 6:30 p.m. Join us for our month- sis Program is available to
ly book discussions. Light refreshments are served. Join us in households at or below 175%
March for The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett. Discuss of the Federal Poverty Line
this light and entertaining story that conveys what happens until March 31. The crisis
after the Queen follows her beloved dogs who wander into a program provides one-time SPRING
mobile library parked near Buckingham Palace. help to pay a bill or reconnect
heat if needed.
LCCAA serves clients
at three locations: the main
office at 936 Broadway, in
downtown Lorain; their long-
time office in the Wellington
Village Hall, 115 Willard Advertise in The Rural-Urban Record’s
Memorial Square; and a new
satellite location at St. Agnes
Church, 611 Lake Ave., in March 19, April 16 & May 14, 2018 Issues.
SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM Elyria.
The Elyria office has been
Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with by appointment only, but
programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post walk-in hours are being add- Special “Get Ready for Spring” focus.
3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton ed for the last weeks of the
The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels program. Walk-ins will be
drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829. seen on Tuesdays and Thurs- Call your sales
These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE. days from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mondays, Wednesdays and
3/5 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. Movie with free Fridays at the Elyria office representative today at
donuts and coffee for participants. will be by appointment only.
3/6 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class being instructed Residents who have re- 440-236-8982
by Debi’s Personal Training with fruit and juice for ceived a disconnect notice
participants. are especially urged to call to reserve your space!
the HEAP hotline at 1-855-
3/8 at 5:30 pm Senior Dinner for those that signed up. 806-9620 to make an ap-
CANCELLATIONS FOR DINNER MUST BE MADE pointment. The automated
BEFORE NOON. line is available 24 hours a
3/9 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with day, 7 days a week. Include
pop and snacks for participants. your account number when
3/12 at 2:00 pm Senior Coffee Club. making your appointment to
Movie with free donuts and coffee for hold your termination.
participants. At the Lorain office, walk-
3/13 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise in hours are Mondays from
Class being instructed by Debi’s 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Tuesday
through Friday from 8 a.m.
Personal Training with fruit and juice - 5 p.m. Appointments are
for participants. available all day long as well.
3/16 at 2:00 pm Senior Card Club with The Wellington Office sees
pop and snacks for participants. walk-ins only in the morning
• If you have questions on these programs, please contact and by appointment in the af-
the VFW’s Canteen Manager by calling 440-926-3341. ternoon. Wellington is only
• The VFW Hall is available for rent to use for your special open on Wednesday from
occasions. Call 440-926-3341 and ask for the Canteen 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. during
Manager for additional information. the crisis period.
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for 2010-2012; $60 each for 2013-2015; No 2016 are available; your winter and Christmas Street Wellington, a 501 (c)
$65 each for 2017. Purchase yours from the Wellington High items. (3) organization, with a mis-
School office through March 29, or while supplies last! Call (440) 647-3987 or sion to help revitalize Wel-
Finally, our thoughts and prayers continue to remain for the find links to applications on lington’s businesses through
[email protected] Parkland, Florida community. The Wellington Village School their website, www.main- networking, workshops,
district is committed to the safety and well-being of all our stu- streetwellington.org. The events and more to strengthen
dents and staff at all times. Every school in our district has a fund-raisers benefit Main the spirit of the community.
Herrick Memorial Library detailed school safety plan. We continue to review these plans
annually in an effort to eliminate any oversights and to pro-
Writers Group - The group meets every other Thursday, from vide continuity throughout our schools. We conduct practice Helping Hands Food Pantry
6-7:30 p.m. The next upcoming meetings are on March 8 and drills and continually monitor our procedures. We work closely
22. Join this group if you have a passion for writing of all ven- with the Wellington Police Department to address our school St. Patrick Church in Wellington is offering a “Helping
ues. Bring samples of your writing to share with the group. New communities’ needs regarding the safety of our schools. We re- Hands Food Pantry” for those residing in the 44090 zip code
members are welcome. Registration is encouraged. To register, cently hired an additional School Safety Officer (SSO) for our area who meet Federal eligibility guidelines of $24,119 an-
call the library at (440) 647-2120. schools. We have had one officer to share for the three schools nual income for a household of one, $32,479 for two, etc.
Read with Putter - Watch the paper for the dates and times for and we have hired a second safety officer for the rest of the Identification and proof of residency (a current utility bill)
the Reading with Putter programs. school year. are required.
We remind students that they have an obligation to them- This choice Food Pantry is open from 12-3 p.m. on the
Pittsfield Historical Society program selves and to their classmates to bring information about dan- 3rd Saturday of each month and from 6-8 p.m. on the follow-
gerous situations to adults at the school so that we can respond
The Pittsfield Township Historical Society will present a pro- quickly and appropriately to protect their safety. We also re- ing Tuesday. It is located in the Old St. Patrick Church at the
corner of Adams & North Main Streets.
gram, “Historic Architecture of Lorain County,” on Thursday, mind parents and students that they can help make our schools For more information, visit HelpingHands.StPatrickWel-
safer, too, by not passing along the rumors they hear to their
March 8, at 7 p.m. at Pittsfield Town Hall. The program will neighbors or friends; but, instead, reporting them to a school lington.com.
feature over 100 photos of Lorain County homes in the various administrator who will then investigate and turn it over to the
styles of architecture from 1820 to 1900, presented by Bill & police, if necessary, or call the Wellington Police Department.
Janet Bird of the Lorain County Historical Society. The program While we can do everything possible to protect our chil- WHS Theater presents...
is free and open to the public. The Town Hall is located at the dren, many will be watching the news and talking with friends
corner of Rt. 58 and Rt. 303. regarding the violence in Florida. Below is a link to an article Wellington High School Drama Club and Wellington Com-
Auditions from The National Association of School Psychologists that munity Theater’s production of “The 25th Annual Putnam
provides concrete tips for talking to your child about violence
County Spelling Bee” will be performed March 22-24 in the
Dave Stacko is holding auditions for The Second Time in school and some warning signs to look for if your child is Patricia Lindley Center for the Performing Arts, located at 627
Around, by Henry Denker. Needed are 4 men and 4 women struggling with fears: https://www.nasponline.org/resourc- N Main St., in Wellington, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 each.
ages 20-70. Auditions will consist of readings from the script. es-and-publications/resources/school-safety-and-crisis/talking- The cast and crew consists of approximately 30 students and
Audition dates are Sunday, March 11, from 2-4 p.m. and Mon- to-children-about-violence-tips-for-parents-and-teachers. community members.
day, March 12, at 7 p.m. at the theater. Performances are May Thank you for your continued support of our schools.
3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20. GO DUKES! Bluebird Basics
Workshop Players is located at 44820 Middle Ridge Rd., in Edward Weber, Superintendent, [email protected].
Amherst. For more information, contact the director at georg- oh.us, office: (440) 647-4286 Have you ever seen a bluebird? Are you interested in learn-
[email protected]. Upcoming events ing more about these beautiful native songbirds?
On Tuesday, March 20, Penny and Fritz Brandau, members
in the school district of the Black River Audubon Society and the Ohio Bluebird So-
ciety, will give a presentation about Eastern Bluebirds at 6:30
March 6: Board of Education Work Session from 6-7 p.m. p.m. at the Huron County Community Library, located at 33
It gives me great honor and Duke Pride to announce that at Westwood. Pleasant St., in Wakeman.
This program will focus on how to choose the right bluebird
March 6: Choir Boosters Meeting at 7 p.m. in the WHS Mu-
Wellington High School junior Savannah McKee received a sic Room. habitat, what features to look for when choosing a bluebird nest
Perfect (36) Composite Score on the ACT test in her first at- March 8: Board of Education Special Session from 6-7 p.m. box, how to monitor your nest box and recognizing bluebird
tempt taking the college test. at Westwood. predators. Please join us for a relaxing hour and learn how to
Wellington students continue to excel both in and outside
March 8: WHS College Credit Plus Informational Meeting
of the classroom. Congratulations to WHS sophomore, Jenna from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the LCCC Wellington Center. welcome bluebirds into your life.
Since class size is limited, registration is requested by call-
Calfo, who qualified to receive the President’s Volunteer Ser- ing the library at (440) 839-2976.
vice Award for having 271 community service hours so far in Military History Fair
her high school career. The national award recognizes Amer- Workshop Players presents...
icans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of
their time to serve their communities and our country. The Wellington High School Civil War History Club is
These accomplishments by our students are just one of the sponsoring a Military History Fair on Saturday, March 10, Workshop Players Theater proudly presents “Steel Magno-
many items that will be covered during the upcoming State of from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Wellington High School, located at 629 lias,” directed by Judy MacKeigan. “Steel Magnolias” takes
the Village and State of the Schools address on March 22, at North Main St., in Wellington. Workshop Players back to the 90s with this epic tale set in
8 a.m. at the Wellington Eagles. Mayor Hans Schneider and Admission is a $4 suggested donation; children 10 and un- Truvy’s beauty parlor. Since everybody who is anybody in
myself will provide an overview/update of our village and our der are admitted free with an adult. Chinquapin, Louisiana gathers in Truvy’s salon, audiences are
schools. We invite everyone in the community to join us. The Come and enjoy static displays and re-enactors. Tentative treated to a slice of southern life that is alternately hilarious and
breakfast presentation includes a full buffet breakfast for $10. exhibits include: The Civil War, World War I, World War II, touching. Truvy dispenses free advice to the town curmudgeon
We look forward to meeting more community members and The Korean War, The Crusades, The Swiss Guards and many Ouiser, the eccentric Miss Clairee and the practical M’Lynne,
sharing all the great things we have to offer Wellington resi- more! They will also have a Bake Sale at the exhibit. whose pretty daughter Shelby is about to be married as the play
dents. All proceeds to benefit The Civil War History Club. No mil- opens. The sustaining quality of friendship is reinforced as
Another community event worth noting is the upcoming itary artifacts will be available for sale! these women’s stories unfold.
Wellington High School Drama Club and Wellington Commu- Vendors needed Cast: Kathy Dean-Dielman, Samantha Fischer, Alicia Fogal,
nity Theater’s production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Bernadette Hisey, Melissa Hubbard and Mary Manos Mitchem.
Spelling Bee.” Main Street Wellington is trucks to apply for spaces Show dates are: March 8, 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 & 25.
The WHS Yearbook Class has a limited quantity of older Shows now start at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees are still at 3
yearbooks for sale: $5 each for the years 1974-2009; $25 each searching for vendors for sev- that range from $30 to $350. p.m. Doors open 45 minutes before show time. Tickets are $15
The hours are Saturday from
eral events in downtown Wel-
lington this year. They kick 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday each. Group rates are available.
Workshop Players is located at 44820 Middle Ridge Rd., in
off spring at the “20th Annu- from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Amhert. Box Office: (440) 988-5613; www.workshopplayers.
al Gazebo Garden Walk” on festival will focus on fall, com.
Saturday, May 12, from 10-4. harvest and Halloween items,
GGW is for handmade prod- but is a good time to debut
ucts or antiques only; spaces
range from $50-$80.
Sunday, July 1, from 11-4
is the first “Dog Days of Sum-
mer,” an event filled with dog
adoptions, games, speakers
440-986-2665 and more. They invite ven-
9072 Leavitt Rd. dors who sell products for an-
imals or animal themed items
Elyria, OH 44035 [email protected] for pet lovers. Outdoor spaces
are $35, or free for non-prof-
PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS it organizations who donate
a raffle prize. Proceeds from
this event will be split with
“Partners With Paws,” which
works to “save homeless ani-
mals… four paws at a time.”
In honor of Wellington’s
Bicentennial, they are hosting Carpentry Limited
an “Antique Car/Bicycle/Mo-
torcycle” festival (up through
1933) on Monday, July 2,
from 4-8 p.m. Vendors who
sell transportation or histori-
cal themed items are encour-
Automobile, Homeowners, Small Commerical, aged to apply for $35 per
Farm, Life, Motorcycle & RV Insurances space. Plus, drivers who reg-
ister prior to June 15 are free
Grafton Wellington and will receive a dash plaque
35881 Grafton Eastern 173 Depot St and refreshment tokens.
Thier “Fall in Love with
440-926-3312 440-647-6010 Wellington” festival on Sep-
tember 29 & 30, will take the
place of their retired “Cheese
Heritage Festival.” They
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The goal of the KEY collaborative is to increase access JVS students obtain
to physical activity and healthy foods leading to a Keystone
School District community where the healthy choice is the easy State FFA Degree
[email protected] choice. For more information, contact KEY at KeystoneEm-
[email protected] or call Andrea Ferguson at (440) 284-
Four members of the Lorain County JVS FFA Chapter have
3285. met the requirements to obtain the State FFA Degree and will
Lions Fish Frys KHS Baseball fund-raiser receive their degrees on May 3, during the FFA State Conven-
tion held in Columbus at the Ohio State Fairgrounds. The State
The LaGrange Lions will be holding Friday Fish Frys all The Keystone High School Baseball program is selling raf- FFA Degree is the 2nd highest level that can be achieved.
Members receiving this honor are: Jessica Mileski, Land-
through Lent this year. There will be perch, shrimp, fries, mac- fle tickets for a chance to win custom made cornhole boards scape and Greenhouse Management senior from Wellington;
aroni & cheese and dessert. The cost is $12 for adults and $7 and bags. These unique, full-size boards light up for nighttime Mercedes Murphy, Landscape and Greenhouse Management
for seniors/kids 10 & under. Drinks are available for purchase. play, have a scorekeeper and lock together for ease of transport- senior from Amherst; Jesse Everson, Industrial Equipment Me-
Tickets are available at the door and carry-outs are available. ing and storage. Tickets are $2 a chance, $5 for 3 tickets and chanics senior from Elyria; and Don Sabella III, Landscape and
No phone orders please. $10 for 7 chances. Drawing will be held this spring and winner Greenhouse Management senior from Amherst.
Come join us at the Lions Park, located at 240 Glendale St., does not need to be present to win. Please contact Sharon Belk-
in LaGrange, from 5-8 p.m. every Friday up to, and including, nap for your chance to win at (440) 666-4097. Medina County Metro Parks
March 30. Call Ann at (440) 315-4278 with any questions.
LaGrange Firefighters Sat., March 17 and Sun., March 18:
Paper Bouquet - Susan Hambley Nature Center, 12- 5 p.m.
Country Music Show It has been a busy few will have discounts and pro- All ages are welcome. No registration required. Free.
Sunday, March 18:
The LaGrange Firefighters Association is having their 25th weeks at Keystone! First, I motions on their foods and Natural Discoveries Hiking Series: Waterfowl Migration
Anniversary Country Music Show on Saturday, March 24, at 301 would like to recognize our services. A list of these par- - Lake Medina (State Route 18 entrance), 3-4 p.m. Natural Dis-
coveries is a series of free nature-themed programs designed
Liberty St. (the old High School), in LaGrange. The featured art- many outstanding music stu- ticipating businesses is forth- for ages 7-adult. Participants in the program who complete cer-
ist is T. G. Sheppard. dents and their accomplish- coming. tain hike requirements are eligible to receive awards. See the
T. G. has always had an unstoppable passion for music. That ments. Congratulations to Lastly, plan on taking part
passion, combined with a steadfast dedication to entertainment, our KMS Band students who in our KeystoneGO program Natural Discoveries link on the park district website for award
details. March is a great time of year to observe waterfowl,
has made him one of the most popular live performers in country participated in the Lorain and get rewarded for get- including ducks, geese and swans, as they pass through Ohio
music today. With a show chock full of chart-topping hits like County Solo and Ensemble ting active. In March, pick on their way to Canada to nest. Please bring binoculars and bird
“Last Cheater’s Waltz,” “I Loved ‘Em Every One” and “Do You event over the weekend at up a punch card at the Key- ID books. Several spotting scopes will be set up for viewing
Wanna Go To Heaven,” it’s only natural that T. G. has developed Brookside High School: Sky- stone-LaGrange Library or waterfowl at a distance. Please dress for the weather. No regis-
a reputation as a solid performer who delivers exactly what au- lar Loeber, Nathan Geiger, Keystone Board of Educa- tration required. Free.
diences want. Lindsay Wade, Chase Cuson, tion. Get your card punched Tuesday, March 20:
They will have two shows this year. The first show is at 6 p.m. Bryson Kimble, Ayden Olic, whenever you do a designat-
Yoga for Homeschoolers - Wolf Creek Environmental
and the second show is at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person Jacob Willi, Kelsey Kovacs, ed activity - such as attending Center, 2-3 p.m. Celebrate nature and the seasons through a
and are now on sale. For more information, call (440) 935-7484. Brandon Seman, Ava Kinas, Silver Sneakers or checking variety of yoga activities. Benefits of yoga include: improv-
If no answer, call the LaGrange Fire Station at (440) 355-6868. Cody Grimmett, Michael out a blood pressure cuff at ing strength, flexibility and balance; developing the ability to
the library. Then submit your
Gale, Braden Cuson, Kevin
Keystone GO Seman, Ben Bostick, Alex card for a chance to win a focus; building self-confidence and reducing stress; and devel-
oping body awareness and coordination. Each student should
Tight, Stephen Faltay, Mi-
$100 gift card of your choice.
Banish the winter blahs with Keystone GO, a program that chael Spatafore, Leah Long, Find more information on bring a yoga mat or beach towel, wear comfortable clothing
rewards you for getting active. This March, Keystone GO will Tyler Semenik, Kaylee Kas- Keystone Empower You’s suitable for yoga and prepare to be barefoot. Ages 7-12. Regis-
help you get active and win prizes, provided by the Keystone say, Hayley Vance, Brady Facebook page. Please email ter by March 19. Free for Medina County residents. There is a
Empowers You (KEY) collaborative. Hurst, Grace McCormick KeystoneEmpowersYou@ $3 fee for non-county participants.
How to participate in Keystone GO: and Beau Hurst. In addition gmail.com with any ques- Thurs., March 22 or Fri., March 23:
1. Pick up a punch card at the Keystone-LaGrange library to these outstanding middle tions. Great job Keystone on Tales for Tots - Wolf Creek Environmental Center, 10-11
or at the Keystone Board of Education Office (531 Opportunity schoolers, congratulations our commitment to getting a.m. or 1-2 p.m. Hippity-hop on over to learn about rabbits! We
Way, LaGrange). to the following KMS choir active and living healthy life- will discover more about these cute and furry wildlife friends
2. Check out the activity list attached to your punch card or students who participated in styles! through a story, a craft and fun activities. For ages 3-6 with an
on the Keystone Empowers You Facebook page, and go do the the Lorain County Solo and Franco Gallo, Keystone adult companion. Some or all of the program will be held out-
activities listed there. Ensemble contest this past Superintendent, Franco.Gal- doors; please dress accordingly. Register by March 22. Free.
3. Get your card punched every time you do an activity. Or, weekend: Grace Hagerman, [email protected], Please contact the park district at (330) 722-9364 with ques-
check off a star each time you complete 30 minutes of exercise Emily Wittlinger, Kennedy (440) 355-2424 tions or concerns. Program registration is online at www.medi-
on your own. Jackson, Jackie Carpenter, nacountyparks.com.
4. When you have 5 punches, drop your card in the desig- Alana Gency, Elena Runion,
nated box at the Keystone-LaGrange library or at the Keystone Hannah Maitland and Hayley
Board of Education Office (531 Opportunity Way, LaGrange). Vance. All of our KMS vo-
All ages welcome. Please turn in punch cards by April 9. calists received Superior or
Turn in as many punch cards as you fill up. Entries go into a raf- Excellent ratings! Our high PANCAKE
fle for a $100 gift card to a community business of your choice. school band students also had
stellar performances at the
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SIDING & WINDOWS WATERPROOFING together in support of one another.”
The film will be followed by a town hall discussion in the
LCCC Norton Culinary Arts Center. The discussion will in-
clude local, experienced farmers from Lorain County, who
Custom Exteriors can speak to the challenges and opportunities facing Lorain
County’s agricultural economy.
The evening’s schedule is:
• 6:30 p.m. - Welcome. LCCC Culinary Arts Center lob-
•Windows •Azek Since 1989 by • 6:45 p.m. - View Film. LCCC Stocker Arts Center •
•Siding •Soffit After the film discussion - LCCC Culinary Arts Center
The Culinary Arts Center and Stocker Arts Center are
•Doors •Metal POLYURETHANE CRACK INJECTION adjacent and connected by interior walkways.
SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED Through this film from award-winning director, James
•Stone & Shake Siding BASEMENT WALL CRACKS Moll, guests will step inside the world of farming for a first-
•Gutter/Cleaning/Guards ~ OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE ~ hand glimpse into the lives of young farmers and ranchers.
440-926-1600 Snow Plowing JOE MINARCHICK (440) 785-4036 They’ll learn about their high-risk/high-reward jobs and
passion for a way of life that has been passed down from
Available
generations, yet continues to evolve. “Farmland” focuses on
the lives of farmers and ranchers in their 20s, all of whom
TAXES J. A. KILBY ENT. are now responsible for running their farming business.
“The film explores the daily lives of those in the farm
“Stop the water before it stops you!” industry. Guests can take a peek into what life may be like
•Full Foundation Waterproofing •Wall Straightening, for many of the local Lorain County farmers,” said Presi-
Franklin Tax SQUIRE’S Replacement and Repairs •Full Plumbing Services dent of the Lorain County Farm Bureau Adele Flynn. “As
& Accounting INCOME TAX •Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement the largest industry in Lorain County, we need to continue
Service 440-327-3433 to facilitate conversations promoting greater understanding
Personal & PREPARATION of the opportunities and challenges farming brings to our
Business Taxes EDWARD J. STEPNICKA community.”
ELECTRONIC FILING Enrolled Agent,CPA “Farmland” Film and Discussion at The partnership between LCCC and the Lorain County
Many Other Financial Farm Bureau also includes a Tuesday night agriculture se-
Services Available LCCC Stocker Arts Center ries that explores commonly used agriculture technologies
Call and how to maximize the impact of these technologies in
Forrest Franklin CPA local farming. LCCC also partners with many local farm-
for Appointment 440-748-3624 Lorain County Community College, in partnership with ers as sources for products that are used in its Sage & Seed
440-236-5423 35043 E. Royalton Rd. Lorain County Farm Bureau, presents the film, “Farmland” restaurant. The restaurant is a cap-stone project for the Col-
Your Place or Mine North Eaton at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 8 at LCCC’s Stocker Arts lege’s culinary arts students who prepare, wait and serve
Center. The film is free and open to the public. This is the customers for a well-rounded experience.
Income Tax Returns second film in the series that is part of the partnership be- The event is free and open to the public. To RSVP to the
tween LCCC and the Lorain County Farm Bureau.
PARKWOOD The partnership is an opportunity for the College and film and town hall, or to learn more about the other part-
nered events, visit www.lorainccc.edu/farmbureau.
TAX SERVICE Farm Bureau to better understand and support the education Lorain County Community College is located at 1005
and training needs of residents in the southern part of Lorain
Contact Bobbie, Email: [email protected] County where there is a legacy of agriculture and related North Abbe Rd., in Elyria.
440-236-5449 or 216-403-9707(cell) industries. SUPPORT OUR
“Our goal of this film series is to bring those interested in
Roberta Duktig, AFSP
“The IRS does not endorse any particular individual tax return preparer. farming together with those families who have been farm-
For more information on tax return preparers, go to IRS.gov.” ing for years,” said LCCC President Marcia Ballinger, Ph.D.
“We are looking for rich discussion, insights and defining TROOPS
some shared goals to continue the conversation and work
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440-979-0618 Cell: 216-973-2675
Jason E. Davis
-Complete Crane Service-
“No Tree Too Big or Too Small!”
Tree/Stump Removal
Tree Trimming, Firewood
“FREE ESTIMATES” Volunteer Donation Form
Bonded & Insured
812 Bond Street, Elyria 44035 If you appreciate and enjoy the paper, please send your donation directly to:
Ph: 440-452-4840 email: [email protected]
The Rural-Urban Record P.O. Box 966, Columbia Station, OH 44028
Dennis Tree Service & Landscaping
Tree Trimming • Removal Name: ___________________________
Stump Grinding • Pruning $10
Fertilizers • Fire Wood Address: _________________________
Free Estimates! ________________________________ $20
Seth Emerson - Owner
Office: 440-322-2624 Email: ___________________________ Other: _____
Emergency: 440-452-2456 This applies to delivery area only. This is a donation, not a subscription.
[email protected]
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ANNOUNCING....
216 Fusion is NOW OPEN in the old Twenties Grill location!!
Come and try this new Fusion of:
Mexican, Korean, Vietnamese and American!
Book our Food Truck TACO TUESDAYS
for your Graduation Buy 2 & Get 3rd FREE!
Party or Wedding! Friday Lent Specials!
New Menu
TACOS BURRITOS
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday Chicken-Steak-Chorizo-Shrimp Chicken-Steak-Chorizo-Veggie
11am-8pm w/chips and pico
BURGERS JUMBO WINGS
OG-Hawaiian-Birdie-Purple Haze Asian Sticky-Buffalo-Texas Breaded
w/fries w/fries
Taco Bowls, Churros, Tots & Fries too!
Stop in to see the FULL MENU
Please stop in for lunch or dinner! We’re looking forward
to seeing all of the regulars from the old Twenties Grill
931 Main St., Grafton, OH and we’re excited to introduce you to the new menu!
Dine In - Take Out - Catering Find Us on Facebook at
440-539-0570 216 Bistro
Pro Edge Pools - NOW OPEN!
Locally Owned and Operated by
people who care. SAVE BIG
on 2018 in-stock
Pool Packages.
50 lbs of Bromine
NOW ONLY FREE Package Upgrades.
$ 199 99 FREE Installation. FREE Options.
(Limit 2 Per customer, Exp. 3-31-18) Good only while supplies last!
(see store for details)
Packages Starting at
Starting at $1,999
Installed! $4,999
Above Ground Pools Outdoor Kitchens On-ground Pools Pergolas/Pavilions
We are now your Authorized Pro Edge Pools Now featuring
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Buy a 6 Station play set Simple to use. Set it and Forget it!
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(see store for details) accessories including
tools, rubs and sauces.
“Internet based Free Delivery & Set Up
chemical pricing” While supplies last!
Hours: 440-236-4160
Mon-Tue-Thu-Fri 10-7
Saturday 10-6, Sunday 11-4 27099 Royalton Rd., Columbia Station
Closed Wednesdays www.proedgepoolsonline.com
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