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Volume 64, No. 31 Columbia Station, Ohio January 28, 2019

Women in Welding Lorain Fair Board receives awards Grafton teen dances

The Lorain County Fair Board received two second place with Moscow Ballet
awards in the area of communication at the Ohio Fair Man-
agers Convention Awards Breakfast in Columbus held Jan- Rachel Whary, 14, of
uary 6. The awards were given for excellence in the catego- Grafton, had an opportunity
ries of “Large Fair - Website Home Page” and “Large Fair
- Printed Promotional Ad” for their fair poster. to dance with the Moscow
Ballet when they present-
Ohio Department of Agriculture Interim Director Tim
Derickson presented a Certificate of Accomplishment to the ed the Great Russian Nut-
Lorain County Fair for promoting Ohio agriculture at a suc- cracker in the Music Hall at
cessful 2018 fair. Tom Hines, Fair Board Director, also ac- Cleveland Public Auditori-
cepted a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of Lorain um on December 22.
County Fair’s complete and accurate drug use notification Whary, a student at the
form submission. YWCA School of Dance in
The 174th Lorain County Fair will be held August 19- Elyria, went to the Cuyahoga
25, 2019. Membership and season passes are now on sale Falls Dance Academy in
for $30 per pass - both include seven admissions to the fair. late October to audition for
Membership passes also give you voting rights for the Di- Moscow Ballet Audition
rectors of the Lorain County Agricultural Society on Mon- Director Yuriy Kuzo. She
day, August 19. You must be a resident of Lorain County rehearsed in Cuyahoga Falls
and at least 21 years of age to purchase a membership pass. with professionals from the
Passes may be purchased at the Secretary’s office on the Moscow Ballet throughout
fairgrounds through August 18. the fall.
The Secretary’s office is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3
p.m. You may contact Charisse Nikel, Fair Secretary, at the Whary danced the part
fair office at (440) 647-2781 or by email at info@lorain- of a snow maiden in the
countyfair.com. Cleveland performance of
the ballet’s North American
Rotary Wine Tasting fund-raiser tour. Whary is an 8th grade
Kayla Lassen and her Mom, Rhonda Lassen Cain, get ready student at Midview Middle
to weld. The 15th annual Wine Tasting and Auction fund-raiser, School and the daughter of
Women can do anything, even what men typically do. hosted by the Amherst Rotary Club, will be at the Amherst Kim & Judi Whary of Graf- Rachel Whary in her Snow
Maiden costume.
This is the message that Rhonda Lassen Cain wants her six- V.F.W., located at 165 Cleveland Street. The event will be ton.
teen-year-old daughter Kayla Lassen, a Midview student, to held from 7-10 p.m. on Saturday, January 26. Enjoy a va- Valentine Tea at The Hickories
learn. riety of wines and food selections from Pogies Catering,
Over the summer, Kayla got the idea in her head that she Brew Kettle, Little Devil Cupcakery and Sprenger Health- presented by Janet Bird, an
wanted to try welding during her sophomore year at Lorain care Systems. Participants can sample 25 wines hand-se- education coordinator for
lected by local distributors. Proceeds from the event benefit
County JVS. Her Mom was on board one hundred percent. Amherst Rotary and the local charities and scholarships it the Society, as they remi-
Kayla, who attended the JVS her freshman year, based on supports all year long. Last year, Amherst Rotary provided nisce about the many teas
the recommendation of her brother who graduated from the more than $10,000 in local giving and nearly 300 hours of that have been held at the
computerized design and drafting program, spent the first service to the community. historic home over the past
quarter of the 2018/19 school year in the welding lab and Bid on some outstanding silent auction items and an ex- twenty years. Guests will be
excelled at great speed. Even though she found the lab to be citing live auction. The chocolate bar raffle is also back by served a three-course high
difficult, Kayla liked the challenge. popular demand! Wine is also available for purchase with a tea, complete with savory
Mark Schreiber is the welding and fabrication instructor portion of bottle sales also benefiting Amherst Rotary’s ser- sandwiches, scrumptious
for the JVS high school and has been teaching the program vice initiatives. Tickets are $30 in advance and can be pur- scones and delightful des-
for nearly thirty years, and seeing potential in Kayla is put- chased at Amherst Party Shop, 275 S. Main Street, Amherst; serts.
ting it mildly. Guiseppe’s Wine Store, 209 S. Main Street, Amherst; or The Hickories is located
“The demand is very high for skilled trade workers right through your local Rotarian. Tickets can also be purchased at 509 Washington Avenue,
for $35 at the door.
now, especially welding, and more women are moving in Dress up in your party at- in Elyria. Tickets per seat-
this direction and the industry has had to adapt to the women Caring Hearts Concert tire and prepare to celebrate ing are $25 for historical
coming in,” Schreiber explained. decades of fun when Lorain society members and $28
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, women The Patricia Lindley Center for Performing Arts presents County Historical Society for non-members. There
make up approximately two percent of the welders in the a concert fund-raiser to benefit social services for residents holds their 20th Anniver- will be door prizes and raf-
United States, but those in the field, including Mr. Schreiber, within the Lorain County Office on Aging Southern Satellite sary Valentine Tea at The fles at each tea. Contact the
hope to see that number increase. Office (SSO) region. The concert will be held on February Hickories mansion. Society at (440) 322-3341
or [email protected] for more
Kayla had the opportunity to show her Mom exactly what 9 from 7-10 p.m. at the Patricia Lindley Center for the Per- Since 1895, The Hick- information.
she has been learning by taking her mom into the welding forming Arts, located at 627 N. Main Street, in Wellington. ories, the home of Arthur All proceeds support the
booth at JVS. Lassen Cain was thrilled. As they spent time There is no cover charge for this event, but monetary do- and Mary Garford, has been programming of the Lorain
nations will be accepted and are greatly appreciated. The
in the booth, Kayla quickly took on the role of instructor, as musicians that are volunteering their talents include: local the site of many celebra- County Historical Society
she showed her mom different skills inside the booth. artists Jeff & Neff & Rich with acoustic rock and roll; RAS tions, from anniversary and and the operation of the
As for her future, Kayla is still figuring it all out. “I think with original progressive rock; Wellington High School birthday parties to elegant Hickories Museum and the
I want to work in a shop for a couple of years, just to see (WHS) Senior Rebekah Arcuri and WHS Sophomore Eryn teas. Join the Society in Lorain County History Cen-
how that is and see where that can lead me.” Mitterling will provide alternative style music; Conk with this stately home when you ter. Founded in 1889, the
After successful completion of the JVS welding and fab- original & retro rock; and Eclecticity with original and cov- choose from one of four tea Lorain County Historical
rication two-year program, students have the opportunity to er electric rock and roll. seatings: February 9 at 11 Society collects, preserves,
take the American Welding Society certification test to earn The SSO provides assistance to senior residents so they a.m. and 2 p.m. or February interprets and presents the
the twelve point industry credential and become a certified may remain independent at home. The area the SSO serves 10 at 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 history of Lorain County.
p.m.
welder. includes the townships of Brighton, Huntington, Penfield, Learn more at www.lchs.
Pittsfield, Rochester and Wellington and the Villages of The program for this cel- org.
Rochester and Wellington. ebratory occasion will be

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Community Directory Carlisle 6 Grafton 10 Wellington 12 Classifieds 13
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Community Input and Communications: CLEA and OAPSE Missing Cat
Columbia NEWS presented gifts for the school board members for Board Appre-
ciation Month, as did the Superintendent and Treasurer.
Five-year-old male, indoor/
Julie Petras Board Comments/Items: outdoor cat, long white and gray
[email protected] -Policy Committee scheduled for 5 p.m. on February 20 in fur, yellow eyes, fluffy gray tail
CMS Room 20.
-Finance and Audit Committee scheduled for 5 p.m. on Feb- and pink nose. Relatively good
CHS Weekly Calendar ruary at the Administration Center. size and muscular; answers
Superintendent’s Report and Recommendations: to the name of “Olaf.” Missing
Tuesday, January 29: Licensed Personnel: since 1/21/19 from Sprague and
Jaquay intersection area. Playful
6 a.m.-12 p.m. In-house Senior pictures - class of 2019 on -Modified the 2018/19 teacher salary for the following, and friendly, has claws, but no
the stage. effective with the 12th pay: Lori Krug to Step VII-3, earned collar. Please call (440) 235-
6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball at Rittman. additional coursework giving her 15 semester hours over her 0402. Olaf
Wednesday, January 30: Master’s Degree
Sophomore Career day at JVS. -Awarded the following teacher supplemental contracts for
6/7:30 p.m. Girls Basketball v. Lutheran West. the 2018/19 school year, pending ESC, ORC and District re- Columbia Historical Societry
Thursday, January 31: quirements: Cindy Mayornick - Reading Intervention Tutor;
6:30 p.m. Wrestling Double Dual at Fairview. Eileen Chapman - Reading Intervention Tutor; Kim Rumes - The Columbia Historical Society will host its first meeting
Friday, February 1: Reading Intervention Tutor; Brandon Campbell - Varsity As- of 2019 on Tuesday, February 12, at 7 p.m. for the Social in the
4:30/6/7:30 p.m. Boys Basketball v. Lutheran West. sistant Track Coach, Step 3; Julie Fenderbosch - Varsity As- Columbia Town Hall, located at 25496 Royalton Road. It is the
Saturday, February 2: sistant Track Coach, Step 5; Pat Kilpatrick - Middle School Valentines holiday and love is in the air! The program is at 7:30
1/2:30 p.m. Girls Basketball v. Firelands. Head Boys Track Coach, Step 5; Doug Krause - Middle School p.m. and they will be sharing valentines of the past. Bring yours
Head Girls Track Coach, Step 5; Corey Taylor - Spring CHS to share. They will also welcome new President, Dennis Ross,
Assistant Athletic Director, Step 5; Julie Fenderbosch - Home Treasurer Bill Ross, Vice-President Ken Roth, Recording Sec-
Instruction Tutor. retary Gloria Roth and Corresponding Secretary Carol Betts.
Classified Personnel: Columbia Library events
The Board of Education Work Session meeting on Janu- -Awarded the following employee supplemental contracts
ary 16 was called to order at 6:03 p.m. The following Board for the 2018/19 school year pending ESC, ORC and District Adult Book Discussion: Evening Book Discus-
Members were present: Mrs. Megan Champagne, Mr. Stephen requirements: Melissa Boey - JV Softball Coach, Step The Immortalists, by Chloe sion: The Flicker of Old
Coleman, Mrs. Blanche Nemeth, Mr. Shawn Ondrejko and Mr. 1; Jeff Lavinder - Varsity Assistant Softball Coach, Step 3; Benjamin - Monday, Janu- Dreams, by Susan Henderson
Wayne Brassell. Treasurer Patricia Eddy and Superintendent Mike Morgan - Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach, Step 1; Dave ary 28, at 1 p.m. Copies of - Tuesday, February 5, at 6:30
Graig Bansek were also present. Johnson - JV Baseball Coach, Step 1. the book are available at the p.m. Copies of the book are
Items for discussion: Substitute Levy, Finances, Mainte- Business Affairs: library. New members are available at the library. New
nance Building, Siding and Windows at Transportation and -Tabled an item renewing its membership in the Columbia welcome. Preregistration re- members are welcome. Pre-
Administration Center. Chamber of Commerce at an annual cost of $100. quired. registration required.
The Work session adjourned at 7:10 p.m. and the regular -Accepted the following as volunteers working with District Waist Watchers - Mon- The Columbia Library is
meeting of the BOE was called to order at 7:20 p.m. student programs during the 2018/19 school year: F. Charles days, January 28, February located at 13824 W. River
Minutes were approved from the December 19, 2018 Reg- Shope - Baseball; and Adam Erskine - Baseball. 4, 11, 18 & 25 and March 4, Road North, in Columbia Sta-
ular Meeting and the January 9, 2019 Organizational Meeting Adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m. 11, 18 & 25, from 6:30-7:15 tion. To register for programs,
and Budget Hearing. Also approved the following Treasurer’s Submitted by Patricia Cieslak, Secretary to the Superinten- p.m. Join in on this video led call (440) 236-8751.
Report and recommendations: dent, Columbia Local Schools fitness activity for beginners. COLUMBIA CONTINUED
-receipts, expenditures and balances for the month ending Preregistration required.
December 31, 2018 as presented by the Treasurer. Free Hot Meal & Food Pantry It’s National Puzzle Day! ON PAGE 5
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-the following donations: YourCause, LLC for Wells Far- On Saturday, February 2, a free hot meal will be served and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Help put to- February 3
go Foundation Educational Matching Gifts Program - $1,000 a perishable foods pantry will be available at New Life Wesley- gether a puzzle at the library Home Parties
matching funds to Shawn and Katie Ondrejko’s donation to an Church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a monthly event held to celebrate! Come shop your favorite Home
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The Community of Faith United Church of Christ, located
Published Weekly on Monday at 9715 East River Rd., in Elyria, is having an all-you-can-eat,
Abel E. Carpenter & Grace A. Carpenter buffet-style Hungarian Chicken Paprikas and Cabbage Roll
Founders 1955 Dinner. The dinner is on Saturday, February 23, from 4-6:30
p.m. Cost is $15 for adults and $7 for children under 10. Mail
Lee Boise, Publisher & President prepaid reservations to the church at the above address. For
Leonard Boise, Publisher 1993-2010 more information or reservations, please call (440) 309-6828,
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Mailing Address: 322-3781.
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Phone: 440-236-8982 • Fax: 440-236-9198 Delve a little deeper into the “Narnia” universe with discus-
Email: [email protected] sions and activities. North Eaton Christian Church is offering
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17, with “The Magician’s Nephew.”
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St. Paul Lutheran Church, located at 1377 Lester Road, in Ann Seton
Valley City, is having a German Dinner on Saturday, February Gentle Woman Fellowship is an Inter-Parish Group that Catholic Parish
2, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is $14 for adults and $6 for chil- meets on First Fridays at Saint Clarence Parish Center, located 25801 Royalton Rd.
dren ages 6-12. Children 5 and under eat free. There will also at 30106 Lorain Road, in North Olmsted. Columbia Station, OH
be homemade dessserts and take-out is available. The February 1 schedule of activities include a Sacrament of Reconciliation
For more information, call (330) 483-3883 or visit www. 9:30 Pray the Holy Rosary session in the Chapel. At (Confession)
Sat., 4 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
spvc.org. 10 a.m. , we attend Holy Mass and at about 10:50 a.m. we en- Anytime by Appointment
Spaghetti Dinners joy coffee or tea and a snack in the hall. Weekend Masses
Father Robert Franco, St. Julie Billiart’s Administrator now,
Sat. 5 p.m.
The Lady’s Guild of Our Lady Queen of Peace will be will celebrate Mass with us. At this time, he is also Pastor of Sun. 8 & 11 a.m.
440-236-5095
having their annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, February 2, St. Peter Church in N. Ridgeville, which is a position he began www.seascolumbiastation.org
from 5-7 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 708 Erie Street, in on 8/21/2009. Prior to this and after Father Bob’s ordination
Grafton. The menu consists of spaghetti, homemade meatballs, on June 12, 1982, he served in St. Ignatius of Antioch, Holy
salad, rolls, dessert and beverages. Tickets are $10 for adults, Family in Stow, St. John Neumann, St. William and St. Theresa NORTH “Welcome Home”
$8 for seniors and $5 for children ages 4-11. Tickets will be of Avila Parishes. EATON New Life Wesleyan Church
available at the door. Carry-outs will be available. A Chinese If North Olmsted City Schools are closed we will not be
auction and 50/50 raffle will also be held during the event. meeting. All women welcome! Come and bring a friend! No CHRISTIAN 11149 West River Rd.
Come out and enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends. reservations are needed. For more information, contact Mary CHURCH Columbia Station
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church invites you to enjoy a Hoover at (330) 636-1698 or Mary Tschanz at (440) 235-6258. (Disciples)
delicious Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, February 10, from 1-4 Rt. 82 & 83 SUNDAY 9 am
p.m. This ever popular dinner includes homemade sauce from 440-748-2230 Adult Bible Study
an authentic old-world recipe, meatballs, salad, rolls and des- LaGrange UMC outreach mission www.neccdisciples.com SUNDAY 10 am
sert. Cost is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors and $3 for children
12 and under. They will also have a silent auction and raffle. LaGrange United Methodist Church’s newest outreach mis- Worship Services Worship & Children’s Church
Tickets will be sold at the door. Carry-outs will be available. sion, “Mats Matters,” is looking for crafty friends who are will- 8:00 am & 10:30 am WEDNESDAY 6:45 pm
The church is located at 25801 Royalton Road, in Columbia ing to put their talent to use to make sleeping mats out of plas- Sunday School Bible Study
Station. Come early as they usually sell out. tice grocery bags! These sturdy mats are crafted and handed out 9:00 am
A Spaghetti Dinner fund-raiser for VFW Post #9871, in to local homeless persons to help shield them from the cold, Polly Tallos Youth Group, Kids Club
North Ridgeville, will be held on Saturday, February 16, from wet ground. If you can crochet, knit or weave/braid, then you Christian Ed. & Youth Director Rev. Steve Spaeth - Pastor
4-7 p.m. The event will be held in the back hall of the Post, lo- can make a mat! “Mats Matters” meets on the first Thursday Rev. John Bodo
cated at 6805 Lear Nagle Road. The meal includes spaghetti, a of every month from 7-8 p.m. at LaGrange United Methodist Rev. David Chafin - Associate Pastor
roll and a salad. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children 10 and Church, at 105 West Main Street, in LaGrange. For more infor- Interim Minister
under. Dessert and beverages will also be available for $1 each. mation, call (440) 355-4561 or email lagrangeunitedmethod- 440-236-8600
[email protected]. www.nlwesleyan.org
Christ Church Food Pantry Healing Hearts GRAFTON UNITED
Healing Hearts is a non-denominational social group for METHODIST CHURCH
Christ Church is committed to making a difference in the widows and widowers. Members enjoy a variety of events and 973 Mechanic St. •Grafton •926-2034
communities around us. On the fourth Saturday of each month, opportunities to meet and socialize with new people in similar 10:00am Worship
volunteers distribute non-perishable items to our neighbors in circumstances. We welcome new members from all area com- Children’s Wednesday Program
need. Join us if you, or someone you know, would benefit from munities and adults of all ages. Our regular meetings are on Gr. 3-12, 4:30-6:30pm
Dinner Included
a little extra help making ends meet. The Food Pantry is located the third Wednesday of each month from 1-3 p.m. Our meet- COLUMBIA UNITED Rev. Bob Kuntz, Pastor
at 1420 S. Abbe Rd., in Elyria. Distribution is from noon to 2 ing dates for the next two months are February 20 and March
p.m. Christ Church is an equal opportunity provider. Income 20. We meet at the Brunswick Library, located at 3649 Center METHODIST Church of Christ
qualifications apply. Road. Please contact Connie at (440) 526-5495 for details. CHURCH
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 am
GriefShare Worship Service Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 5 pm
10:30 a.m.
GriefShare is a Faith based support group for those who Sunday School Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
211 Forest St., LaGrange
have lost a loved one. They offer support, comfort and guid- during Worship Service 440-355-6872
ance through shared experiences, providing encouragement 25453 ROYALTON ROAD
and hope for joy in your future. They meet at Christ Church, COLUMBIA STATION, OHIO ST. JOHN
located at 23080 Royalton Road, in Columbia Station, on Tues- Pastor Matt Merriman LUTHERAN CHURCH
day evenings, from 6:30-8 p.m. or Tuesday mornings, from 10- 236-8822 1140 W. River N.•Elyria •324-4070
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Bring a friend if you’d like. For more information or to reg- www.columbiaumc.org 5:00pm Saturday
ister, please visit www.griefshare.org or contact Pastor Domi- 9:00am Sunday
nic Verdell at (440) 236-8282. Rev. Bill Mugnolo
Bible and Brew program United Church of God
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Bible and Brew, a casual conversation about God, faith and Grafton, Oh 44044
scripture, will meet weekly on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at Forts Sabbath Services
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New Business
A request came from the developers of Hunting Meadows
Columbia Trustees Meeting for permission to put streetlights on the corners of the streets
at Snell. The Trustees granted the request. The developers will
pay for the light poles, but the Township pays the electric bill.
The Trustees voted to adopt a credit card policy. The State
Auditor is requiring a policy to be in effect. The request for a
traffic study on State Route 252 at Redfern and at Snell Roads
The Columbia Township Board of Trustees met on January is in the hands of the State. The results have not come back
22 in the Town Hall with all three Trustees present and the Fis- to the township yet. The 2016 & 2017 audits are available for
cal Officer, Jackie Ramsey. viewing on the Auditor of State’s website.
Before the regular order of business, the Fire Chief was Attention Residents:
present to award the Fireman of the Year and to swear in 6 new The Trustees Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 4, has
firefighter/EMT members. The Fireman of the Year 2018 was been postponed to Thursday, March 7, at 4:30 p.m. in the Town
Dominic Canitia. The six new members of the Fire Department Hall.
are: Brett Wilson, Tim Musat, Ammar Dari, Jason Greenaway, Committee Reports
Colleen MacKenzie and Joy Wagner. Congratulations to every- Mr. Cunningham reported that the Lorain County Township
one. Association will meet on Feb. 21 in Rochester and RLCWA
The regular order of business was resumed. The minutes of will meet Feb. 9.
the Jan. 7 Organizational Meeting and the Jan. 7 regular meet- Mr. Heidecker reported that Southwest General Hospi- Lu’s Pizza
ing were approved. The Trustees voted to pay the bills and pay- tal Board will meet Feb. 14, NOACA will meet March 8, the
roll. The bills amounted to $45,168.08 and payroll amounted Northeast Ohio Township Association will meet Jan. 31 in Co-
to $22,967.81, bringing the total to $68,135.89. The receipts lumbus with NOPEC also there and the Lorain County Com- 935 MAIN STREET • GRAFTON
totaled $25,734.33. munity Alliance will hold a meeting on April 3. Transportation
During Correspondence, it was learned that Senior Trans- Day will be April 5. 926-2171
portation gave 5 trips for the month of December. This is our There were no Fiscal Officer Financial requests. After Com-
last bill because Senior Transportation will not be offering this munity Input, the meeting was adjourned. The next regular
service in 2019. The county set the number of miles in the meeting will be on Monday, February 4, at 7 p.m. in the Town PIZZA - SPAGHETTI - SALADS
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$15,644.14, bringing the total for 2018 to $174,449. The Fed- meal for dinner. cookies, gift cards and other Hours: Sun 3-9, Mon-Wed 4-10,
eral Government shut down is affecting the fire department, in Many individuals and kindnesses. Thanks also to Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
that the grants to be paid are not coming in because the agency families generously donated Fifth Third Bank for allowing
in charge of payment is shut down. gifts and money including: us to place wish lists in their
Rita Plata gave the cemetery report: $1,550 was received for the Thomas family, the Dix- lobby! Thank you to the staff
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Carlisle NEWS Eaton NEWS Township residents
•Eaton Township has a curfew between midnight-5 a.m.
[email protected] [email protected] (per Resolution 90-413).
•Reminder: Transient vendors & solicitors MUST have a
Rural Rebels 4H Club Eaton Township News permit (by Eaton Town hall) to go door to door in our township
• The Compost Center is now CLOSED until spring! - residents are instructed to contact the Sheriffs dept. for ALL
On Tuesday, February 5, the Rural Rebels 4H Club will •Please contact our office at (440) 748-2236 or secretary@ violations.
hold their 2019 Organizational meeting at 7 p.m. at the Carlisle eatontownship.org to request a Resident Packet with links to •The Grafton-Midview Public Library is utilizing our town
Township Hall on State Route 301. The club will be accept- resources in the County/Township hall for quite a few events & programs between now and the
ing new members at this meeting. Rural Rebels is mostly a 4H •Please visit our Facebook page for info. dailywww.face- end of April. Please check our website calendar for those
Dog Training Club, teaching members how to care and train book.com/EATONTOWNSHIP events and contact the library for any questions.
their dog and get ready to show at the Lorain County Fair in •Local Eaton Twp. businesses (retail & at-home) should •Veterans (living or deceased) in Eaton Township (for at
Obedience, Showmanship, Rally and Agility. The club also has contact the secretary to be listed in our Business Listing least 1 year of their life) that would like their name to be en-
members taking small animals, livestock and other 4H projects. •Township Hall Rentals: $75/Hall rental for Eaton Town- graved on our Veterans Memorial Wall/Bench should contact
Members come from across the county - Grafton, LaGrange, ship Residents; $125 for non-residents. Lots of open dates! the town hall at (440) 748-2236. Cost is $50.
Elyria, Oberlin and Wellington. Weekly training meetings will Call the Secretary to schedule your family or work party. ($100 Location for all calendar items below is 12043 Avon Belden
be held on Tuesdays indoors at the Township Hall; in May, cleaning deposit) All non-profits that serve the youth of Eaton Rd., unless noted otherwise:
training sessions will move outside to Carlisle Park. Township get FREE hall rentals (examples: 4-H, Girl Scouts, -Wed., January 30, Thurs., January 31 and Fri., February 1,
If you have a pet dog at home and would like to learn more School Groups) all day - Eaton Twp. front office closed due to OTA conference.
about dogs and show your favorite pet at the Fair, now is the •Did you know the Township will allow you to “borrow” 7 -Tuesday, February 5, at 7:30 p.m. - Eaton Twp. Trustees
time to join a 4H Club. For more information, contact Head Ad- tables/24 chairs to use for a party. Call the Township to reserve bi-monthly meeting.
visor Jeannie Wagner at (440) 458-6786 or email karrycourt@ them at 440-748-2236 (must be an Eaton Twp. Resident). -Wednesday, February 6, at 7 p.m. - Eaton Twp. Zoning
hotmail.com or [email protected]. •Residential lock boxes & mailbox reflective signs are Commission monthly meeting. Public hearings on Article 7 &
Nala seeks loving home available at the town hall office. 11, Re-open work session/Special meeting on file#SP-2018-09
Upper 90 Futbol Club parcel: 11-00-055-000-076 for new soc-
cer fields.
Nala is a 1-year-old female Robson Road Neighborhood -Tuesday, February 12, at 7 p.m. BZA hearing - only if
Shepherd/Hound mix puppy needed.
who weighs 70 lbs. Nala has Watch meeting -Thursday, February 14 - Happy Valentines Day!
been spayed and is recent on -Monday, February 18 - Office Closed all day for Presidents
her vaccines. Nala was found Day.
as a stray. She’s very sweet, The first Robson Road Neighborhood Watch bi-monthly -Tuesday, Februay 19, at 7:30 p.m. - Eaton Twp. Trustees
loves people and gets along meeting of 2019 will be held on Monday, January 28, at The bi-monthly meeting.
great with other dogs. She LaPorte Methodist Church, at 7 p.m. Prior to this meeting, a Pot
has typical Shepherd coloring Luck has been planned - Please RSVP by January 21 in order to Walking Club
and a very cute face! move ahead on food ordering.
If you would like to meet Topics covered at the meetings are centered around the
Nala, please contact Love- safety/community of our street and it’s adjoining streets. The North Eaton Christian Church has started a walking club for
Nala A-Stray at: info@loveastray- Lorain County Sheriff’s Office often assigns a Deputy to pro- the winter months and invite area residents to come join them
dog.com. vide reports of any recent criminal activity, as well as to answer on Saturday mornings at 11 a.m., when they will walk (up to) a
any questions. mile inside the building. Go at your own pace! You may enter
The mission is for concerned neighbors on this street to the doors on the west side of the building by the fire station. If
you have any questions, contact the church office between 9
Offices Closed come together and prevent unwanted activity so the street re- a.m. - 1 p.m. at (440) 748-2230.
mains one of the most desirable in the area. They can only do
Jan. 30-31 & that with every willing/concerned residents working together
towards that goal.
Feb. 1 for Remember to call in your “Good Neighbor Sightings” to

Ohio Township Dave at 458-6016. Many new neighbors have moved in this
past year - to all of you, please come and meet some of the
Conference good folks on this street that care about your well-being. We are
always open to any constructive ideas! You can join us to help
make it even better. Please consider joining if you are a resident
Keep in touch with your community of Robson Road or it’s adjoining streets.
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their social/emotional skills and develop their leadership skills. Joel McRoberts Memorial 2019 at a two- or four-year
Grafton NEWS The cost is $275 per student if you register by March 31; the Scholarship - This Lorain Soil college or university in Ohio

Ann McDonald 440-926-2774 cost goes up to $295 after that. To register, visit https://effec- & Water Conservation Dis- as a full-time student. Stu-
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trict scholarship is a $1,000
dents also must be a resident
[email protected] As a reminder, there will be NO SCHOOL for students on scholarship. Applicants must of Lorain County with a min-
Monday, Jan. 28, for a professional training day. be enrolled in an agricultur- imum 2.5 GPA. Deadline is
College Credit Plus meeting Stay warm! al or natural resource relat- April 19, 2019.
Dr. Bruce Willingham, Superintendent (440) 748-5353
ed field for the fall semester
An important informational meeting about College Credit Midview After Prom fund-raiser Grafton-Midview Library
Plus will be held at Midview High School on the evening of
Monday, February 4, at 5:30 p.m. in the APR. Midview After Prom will be hosting their annual Dodgeball For more information or to register for programs, stop into
The information & counseling provided at this meeting is Tournament on Saturday, February 23. Anyone in 3rd grade the library at 983 Main Street, call (440) 926-3317, or log onto
required for any student planning to participate in the College through adult teams are welcome. www.gmplibrary.org. Registration is required for most pro-
Credit Plus program next school year for the first time. Also, Team packets will be available in the main offices starting grams.
state required forms will be handed out at this meeting. Monday, February 4, or online at Midviewk12.org. If you have The Grafton-Midview Library is 75 years old. The librarians
College Credit Plus (CCP) permits eligible students in any questions, please email [email protected]. are celebrating by bringing their programs out into the com-
grades 7-12 to earn college and high school graduation credit munities they serve. Please note the location of each January
through the successful completion of college courses at Ohio Wine and Truffles program. Call the library at 926-3317.
public colleges and universities and some private colleges. For Wildlife in Winter - Tuesday, January 29, at 6 p.m. Why
further information or if you are unable to attend this meeting, The Friends of the Grafton-Midview Library group is taking do some animals migrate, others hibernate and some are out
please call your child’s counselor at the MHS Student Services reservations for their Wine and Truffles event. Gary Twining, and about all winter long? Join us at Carlisle Reservation as
Office at: 440-748-5343 to make an alternate arrangement. certified wine educator, will host the evening of tasting choc- we investigate these and other strategies and cool adaptations
olates paired with wines. The event will take place on Friday animals have to cope with winter’s challenges. Includes a live
evening, February 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the library community animal. Recommended for children grades K-2. Brought to you
room. There is limited seating, so reservations are a must. Pa- by the Lorain County Metro Parks. This program takes place at
trons must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event. The Carlisle Reservation.
It may have been a bit delayed, but winter has definitely cost is $10 per person and is not refundable. To make reserva- Grafton Genealogy Group - DNA 101-Tuesday, January
arrived in northeast Ohio! tions, stop at the front desk in the library. For more information, 29, at 6 p.m. Mary Jamba of the Ohio Genealogical Society
presents DNA 101 to offer an introduction to DNA testing and
call the library at 926-3317.
Despite the weather, I would like to thank everyone who
attended “The Truth About Vaping: What Every Parent Needs Horse Rescue fund-raiser the four main tests used for genetic genealogy.Plus, learn what
to expect when purchasing saliva collection kits from Ances-
to Know” presentation. A lot of important information about tryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage and FamilyTreeDNA. This
vaping was provided. If you weren’t able to attend, please con- Angels Haven Horse Rescue proudly invites you to their an- program takes place at Eaton Township Hall.
tact the district for resources on vaping and how to address the nual Love Your Horse Day hands-on clinic. Please join them for Music & Movement - Wednesday, January 30, at 10:30
issue with your child. a fun-filled time - all ages welcome! a.m. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to feel the beat!
I would also like to invite parents and community members The event is on Sunday, February 10, from 1-4 p.m., rain
to be a part of Midview’s strategic planning process. As part or shine, at Evergreen Farm, located at 13297 Durkee Rd., in This music-based storytime for children ages 3-6 will be full of
dancing, singing and getting those wiggles out. This program
of the process, we want to hear from our Midview community, Grafton. takes place at Grafton Township Hall.
including parents, employees and community members, to gain Love, pamper and gain horse and pony knowledge and end
valuable insight into the ideas and values of our stakeholders your day with a ride - all for a $10 donation. All others are a $5 SEE GRAFTON LIBRARY ON PAGE 10
and to assist with future planning and goal setting. On Jan. 29, donation. Snacks will be provided.
at Midview Middle School, we will hold two community stra- Our four-legged friends hope to see you there! Please call
tegic planning sessions, one from 5-6 p.m. and the other from Heidi at (440) 781-5060 if you have any questions. All pro- KRAG J. CHURCHILL, DDS
6:30-7:30 p.m. If you are able, I encourage you to attend to ceeds help pay for the horses feed, natural supplements, veteri-
help guide the vision for our district. The strategic plan will be nary and farrier care and stall bedding. GENERAL PRACTICE OF DENTISTRY
completed this spring and presented to the community at the
April State of the Schools presentation. MHS Guidance news ~NEW PATIENTS WELCOME~
This year, Midview Middle School and East Intermediate
will again partner with Effective Leadership Academy (ELA) The ACT Test is Apr. 13, will enroll in a Public Works Hours By Appointment
to host a leadership camp for students in grades 5-8, which will with a registration deadline field of study, including Engi-
take place June 10-14. This year’s camp theme is “Fish Tank,” of Mar. 8 and late registration neering, Administrative, Vo- 419 NORTH MAIN STREET
where camp attendees will hone their leadership skills while until Mar. 25. cational/Trade and Environ-
playing fun games and activities. ELA’s week-long camp is full The SAT Test is Mar. 9, mental Impact/Water Quality GRAFTON, OHIO
of custom designed activities that allow campers to work on with a registration deadline disciples. Deadline to apply is 440-926-2705
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NOW ENROLLING formation & scholarships are What Can Investors Learn From “Big Game” Teams?
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the class of 2019. Scholarship
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What investment insights can you gain from observing these teams? Here are a few
• 3-year class meets upon financial need. The EFC to consider:
Tuesday & Friday A.M. on your FAFSA Student Aid A good “offense” is important. “Big game” teams usually have the ability to score a lot
• 4/5-year class meets Report (SAR) must be less of points. They can run the ball, pass the ball and move up the field quickly. As an investor,
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday A.M. than 7,000 to apply. Appli- you also need to constantly seek gains – in other words, you need an “offense” in the form
cants must already know their
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The “big game” is the culmination of a season of hard work by two teams that have
many years, we are very thankful for the major choice and what re- achieved the highest level of success. And by applying the lessons you’ve learned from
support of our patrons. We have laughed ceiving a scholarship would these teams, you can help contribute to your own success.
with you, and shared life’s ups and downs mean to the students, a cur-
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Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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Februrary Vaccine clinics Daniel J. Talarek, Lorain County Treasurer, has
announced that 148,813 Real Estate Tax and Spe- It’s time again for the Grafton Township Fire Department’s
Protect against vaccine-preventable diseases, including cial Assessment Bills have been processed. Tax- semi-annual pancake breakfast. The firefighters/EMTs invite
shingles, whooping cough (pertussis) and meningitis. Lorain payers should have received their bills the week all to the township hall on Sunday, February 17, from 8 a.m.-1
p.m. for the all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage breakfast.
County Public Health (LCPH) offers recommended vaccines of January 21, with a February 15, 2019 due date. The township hall is located at the corner of State Routes 303
for children, teens and adults at locations across the county. Payments will be accepted at the Treasurer’s Of- and 83. Cost for the breakfast is $6 for ages 11 & up, $5 for
Vaccine appointments can be made at (440) 284-3206; walk-ins seniors, $3 for children 4-10 years old and children 3 or young-
are also welcome. fice, Monday through Friday, between the hours er eat free. The menu also includes fruit cups, chocolate milk,
Vaccine clinics this February include: of 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Taxpayers that choose to white milk and orange juice. The Life Share blood mobile will
•Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Lorain County Public mail their check will be considered timely if their
Health, 9880 South Murray Ridge Road, Elyria.Extended vac- payment is postmarked on or before February 15, be on site from 9a.m.-noon - breakfast is free with a successful
donation.
cine clinic hours on February 6 through 6 p.m. No clinics on 2019. Ohio Law requires that a ten percent pen- Be sure to take time to check out the equipment that has
February 18 in observance of Presidents’ Day. alty fee be assessed to all payments postmarked been purchased through past breakfast fund-raisers. This is also
•Wednesday, February 13, 2-5:30 p.m. Wellington Town
Hall, 115 Willard Memorial Square, Wellington. after the closing date. the perfect time to meet your volunteer firefighters and EMTs.
•Wednesday, February 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
Avon VFW, 36950 Mills Road, Avon
•Wednesday, February 27, 2-5:30 p.m. Lorain County Free SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
Clinic, 5040 Oberlin Ave., Lorain Stocker Arts Center Presents...
Clinic times and dates are subject to change. Bring vac- Sponsored by North Ridgeville Seniors, Inc. with
cine record (if available), photo ID, insurance card and cash, programs being held at Hinkson Hysell VFW Post
check or Visa/MasterCard. All children under age 18 must be The Winter/Spring Film Series on the Lorain County Com- 3341 Banquet Hall - 783 Huron Street in Grafton
accompanied by a parent or guardian. LCPH participates in the munity College campus. Films are featured on Fridays at 7:30 The Grafton/LaGrange areas are looking for Meals on Wheels
Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program to provide vaccines to p.m. in the Hoke Theatre. The series includes: drivers. To become a driver, contact Robin @ 353-0829.
children who qualify; no child in the VFC program is denied The Bélier Family (La Famille Bélier) - Friday, February
vaccines for inability to pay. Travel vaccines and resources 22, 7:30 p.m., not rated, 105 min., France/subtitles. Eric Lar- These Programs are Available to ALL SENIORS at NO CHARGE.
tigau’s fabulous, heart-felt comedy hit is about a young girl
whose close bond to her hearing-impaired family is challenged 1/29 at 2:00 pm Senior Exercise Class
Karen A. Kramer, D.D.S. by the discovery of an extraordinary talent for music. In the being instructed by Debi’s Personal
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Andrew Deak, D.M.D, M.D. Paula. She acts as an indispensable interpreter for her parents Training with fruit and juice for
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volved mother - Paula’s attentions are very much elsewhere.
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She’s witnessed the handsome new boy at school sign up for
Welcomed! the choir, and impulsively joined too. It’s not long before her 2/7 at 2:00 pm Sign up for Senior Dinner
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to be held 2/14/2019 at 5:30pm. Two
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LaGrange NEWS Cafetorium. The 8th grade transition meeting begins at 6 p.m., RURAL-URBAN RECORD, January 28, 2019 Page 11
with the CCP meeting immediately following at 7 p.m.
Niki seeks loving home
Next year, we will be offering 19 classes for which students
[email protected] can earn college credit. These subjects include English, Com-
puter Applications, Business, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Spanish, Niki looked like
LaGrange Township News Biology, Chemistry and Anatomy & Physiology. she had been out for
a while when she
In addition to the parent/students events at KHS, the Ele-
mentary School is hosting “Kindergarten Round-Up” on Tues- was found and tak-
Meeting dates - The Board of Trustees will be holding day, Feb. 5, from 6-7 p.m. in the KES/KMS Cafeteria. Infor- en in. She was real-
a public hearing on Monday, January 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the mation about enrollment, expectations and curriculum will be ly thin but thrived
township hall. This hearing is to consider the recommendation presented to parents of incoming kindergarten students. To en- once she was in a
of the Zoning Commission to rezone 40380 Route 303 east ter kindergarten for the 2019-2020 school year, children must home. Her finder
from medium density to Business/Commercial. Following the be 5 years old before August 1, 2019. Please call the KES Of- kept her separate
public hearing, the regular meeting of the board will be held. fice at (440) 355-2300 with any questions. from their 2 cats
Hall Rental - The Township Hall, 113 South Center Street, We look forward to seeing our parents and students at the and Niki adjusted
is available for rental by township residents. Please call Jan upcoming events, and thank you in advance for your consider- quickly and is very
King at 355-4704 for information. ation of participating in our Career Exploration Fair. affectionate. This
Keystone Hot Stove 355-2424 [email protected]. sweet girl is 8-years Niki
Dan White, Superintendent-Keystone Local Schools, (440)
old and would love
Keystone Hot Stove will hold its 2019 sign-up is on Satur- Kindergarten Roundup for you to stop by $60 and cats over a year are
and meet her. Spend some
day, February 2, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The sign-ups will be held time with her and if you love only $25. Senior cats (8 years
at the Village Hall (the old Keystone High School). Registra- Keystone Elementary School is hosting a Kindergarten this pretty kitty (it’s easy to and up) are FREE for people
tion forms can be found on the Keystone Hot Stove website and Roundup on Tuesday, February 5, from 6-7 p.m. in the cafe- do) then you can make her 60 years and up. All kittens/
will also be available to fill out at sign-ups. A birth certificate teria. This informational meeting, hosted by Mrs. Neville and dream of having a forever cats over 3 months old are
needs to be submitted with the registration form. Keystone Hot Mr. Kish, will answer all questions you may have regarding family come true. also micro-chipped. If you
Stove asks that the baseball and softball players come to sign- the 2019/2020 kindergarten school year. Forms will be distrib- All cats receive one or would like to give this kitty
ups for uniform sizing. uted for registration, which takes place on Monday, February more vaccinations, a basic a new, loving, forever home,
11, and Wednesday, February 13, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. in the veterinary examination, are please call the Friendship
elementary office. Children must be 5 years old on or before wormed and spayed/neutered Animal Protective League
August 1 in order to attend. Any questions, please contact (440) and feline leukemia tested. at (440) 322-4321. (www.
FriendshipAPL.org)
Keystone High School is hosting a Career Exploration Fair 355-2300. Kittens under a year old are
on Thursday, March 21. They are seeking individuals and busi- Reverse Raffle/Steak Dinner Small Farm Workshop
nesses to showcase their career opportunities for our students
and families. This is a valuable program for our students and The Keystone Athletic Boosters are sponsoring a Reverse
community members. As such, the career fair will take place Raffle/Steak Dinner on Saturday, February 23, at the Wellington Increasing farm profits from small acreage will be a major
during the school day and in the early evening. If you would Fairgrounds. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with dinner to be served focus of OSU Extension’s upcoming Small Farm Workshop.
like to represent your business at the career fair, please contact at 7:30. Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased New, existing and aspiring farmers will be challenged to devel-
KHS School Counselor Alyssa Schwedt at (440) 355-2400 Ext. ahead of time. Included in the price is your dinner (choice of op realistic expectations for a small farm, identify strengths and
2393 or at [email protected]. Additional steak or chicken), beer, soft drinks and a chance at the $2,000 weaknesses of their farm business, price products effectively,
information about the career fair is available on our website @ grand prize. There will also be basket raffles and side boards. consider new ideas and create a business plan to take their hob-
https://www.keystonelocalschools.org/about/news/1651741/ Donations for raffle baskets are also being accepted. by or small farm to the next level.
khs-career-exploration-fair. Please contact one of the following for tickets: Deb Hartle Class is set for Saturday, February 9, from 9-3 p.m. at A.I.
In upcoming events, Keystone High School will hold an at (440) 346-7111, Anna Stefan at (440) 610-9650 or Molly Root Candle Community Room, 640 W. Liberty St., in Medina.
evening for 8th grade parents of students entering KHS in the Naylor at (440) 773-5091. Cost is $25 per person and includes a farm business binder, a
2019-2020 school year, and a College Credit Plus (CCP) in- hearty lunch and refreshments for the day. Pre-registration is
formational meeting on Thursday, Jan. 31, in the High School Keystone Career Fair request required by February 6.
Also coming this March, “Next Steps: Small Farm Man-
for representatives agement 2.0,” covering a deeper dive in farm management,
transition planning and farm marketing and social media. For
Keystone High School is hosting a Career Exploration Fair more information on these classes, visit http://go.osu.edu/farm
on Thursday, March 21. They are seeking individuals and busi- or call (330) 725-4911.
nesses to attend to show students the vast range of career fields.
They will have displays throughout the school day, from 12:30-
2:30 p.m. and from 4-6 p.m., to give parents and community
members an opportunity to attend as well.
They are encouraging representatives to bring information
(brochures, business cards, example products, etc.) about their VALLEY CITY
Automobile, Homeowners, Small Commerical, business for students to take home. In addition, they are ask-
Farm, Life, Motorcycle & RV Insurances ing businesses to provide representatives for both portions of VISION CENTER
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•Check in to the KHS office between 12-12:15 p.m.
440-926-3312 440-647-6010 •Accompany your display and talk with students from
12:30-2:30 p.m. 6621 Center Road
•Lunch provided for presenters from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Valley City
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If you are willing to volunteer your time, or if you have any
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If you are looking to sell your home in 2019 or Reservation Visitor Center,
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You will learn: McDowell, Vice President of
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“Beat the Winter Blues with Brews ORMACO special event
Wellington NEWS and Wine About Winter” The Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (OR-

[email protected] Eat, drink and shop local in Wellington on February 9 from MACO) presents internationally acclaimed award-winning
12-4 p.m.! Tickets for Main Street Wellington’s annual “Beat singer/songwriter/recording artist Steve Free and his ensemble
in an evening of folk music that combines the sounds of Appa-
the Winter Blues with Brews and Wine About Winter” event lachia, Americana and Country. The performance takes place
Herrick Memorial Library are on sale now at Red Iron Bar and Grille and Main Street Wel- on Saturday, February 16, at 7 p.m. at The Patricia Lindley
lington. Tickets are $15 pre-event or $20 at the door and in-
in Wellington. In addition to the concert, Free will be presenting
Writers Group - The Wellington Writers Group meets cludes entry, 5 tastes of either Ohio craft beer or local wine and Center for the Performing Arts, located at 627 N. Main Street,
5 raffle tickets for a chance to win a variety of prizes. Exchange
every other Thursday at the library. The next two meetings tickets for a wristband at Red Iron the day of the event. Samples workshops at Wellington Elementary and the Middle School, as
are on January 31 and February 14 (Valentine’s Day - bring will also be at The Painting Factory, The Charmed Farmhouse, well as at Black River Local Schools on February 14-15. There
treats!) from 6-7:30 p.m. Join this group if you have a pas- Fort’s Tavern, Colonial Barbershop, Wellington Music and the will be a free workshop at the Herrick Memorial Library in
sion for writing in all venues. Bring samples of your writing V.F.W. Participants must be at least 21 years of age and wear Wellington at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 15.
to share with the group. New members are welcome. Reg- provided wristband to sample. For the community concert, tickets are $12 in advance and
istration is encourage. To register, call the library at (440) Many breweries will be attending including: Railroad are available by calling (330) 722-2541 or online at www.or-
647-2120. Spoiler alert: A new and exciting project is in the Brewing, Sibling Revelry, Jilberts, Wild Ohio, Franklin Brew- maco.org (credit card fees apply). Tickets are $15 at the door
works for the group. To find out what it is, please join them at ing, Thirsty Dog and more. Plus, Simply Yoga will host the Lo- (cash or checks only).
an upcoming meeting. rain County Health Department, who will give samples of the The mini-residency and concert are made possible by gen-
Winter Story Times - began on January 22. Register your Zero Proof Mix-Off winning mock-tail “Responsible Driver.” erous underwriting from The Wellington Schools Foundation
child for any of the following story times: Baby Lap Sit, ages The proceeds raised will go to Main Street Wellington, a and The Ohio Arts Council. ORMACO is a mostly volunteer,
birth to 24-months on Tuesdays at 11:45 a.m.; and Family 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that coordinates community non-profit that makes music, arts and culture accessible to all,
with a focus on programs for underserved, disadvantaged and
Story Times, ages 2-5 years accompanied by an adult, on events and is a champion for supporting local businesses. De- rural populations. To learn more about the organization, visit
Mondays at 6 p.m., Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Wednesdays tails can be found at www.mainstreetwellington.org, by calling www.ormaco.org.
at 1:30 p.m. Register at the Children’s Desk in the Library or (440) 647-3987 or following their Facebook page.
call (440) 647-2120. Workshop Players news
Winter Family Read Aloud - through February 28: “Snow Wellington Genealogy Group
is Falling, Books are Calling!” Families with children up Due to the current weather situation, the theatre had to can-
to age 7 are encouraged to join this program. Families who The Wellington Genealogy Group will meet on Wednesday, cel the January 20 performance of “Forever Plaid.”
sign up for will receive a reading log to record the titles of February 6, at 1 p.m. at the LCCC Wellington Center, 151 Next week’s schedule is: Thursday, January 31, at 7:30 p.m.;
the books that they’ve read. Complete a reading ‘bingo’ and Commerce Drive. Friday, February 1, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, February 2, at 7:30
receive a prize from the prize box. Complete (7) activities The program this month is “Genealogy Show and Tell.” p.m.; and Sunday, February 3, at 7:30 p.m.; the Sunday, Febru-
and receive a paperback book. Complete (15) activities and Members will share their family stories, mementoes, research ary 3, 3 p.m. performance is sold out!
receive a book bag. Books need to be checked out from the information and genealogy websites or tips. Member Ray If you have any questions, please contact the box office at
Herrick Memorial Library. Mann will start out the program by sharing his research on (440) 988-5613. Workshop Players Theatre is located at 44820
Tween Winter Reading - through February 28: Tweens, Mathew Gillett, the oldest Oberlin-Wellington Slave Rescuer. Middle Ridge Road, in Amherst. Box Office hours are 9 a.m.-7
ages 8-11, can join in on our reading fun by picking up a As always, WGG monthly meetings are free and open to the p.m. For more information, email contact@workshopplayers.
‘Bingo’ reading sheet at the library. Complete a bingo and public. Come and bring a friend. com or visit www.workshopplayers.com.
select a prize from the prize box. Complete (3) bingos and put Spencer Historical Society
your name into our drawing for a chance to win the “Sweets Unlock
Prize.” special program February 1
Photo Booth Fun - through January 31: Teens, ages 12- your
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Herrick Memorial Library Facebook page to be entered into located at 112 N. Main St., in Spencer. The program is on Feb- All you can eat for $16.99. Call for
a prize drawing. One photo posting per day. Fill out an entry ruary 17 at 2 p.m. details 967-1770. Menu items will
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ELECTRICAL LAWN • GARDEN • LANDSCAPE ROOFING



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WATERPROOFING Garden Club of North Ridgeville year’s return and compare to make sure you have all the same
The Garden Club of North Ridgeville will meet February 1099s, W2s, your bank statements, Social Security statements
12 at 6 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library, located at 35700 and bring your 2017 return with you as well. If you have re-
ceived anything that relates to your health insurance, that will
Bainbridge Road. Their program for the evening will be Blue- be another important piece. With the changes in the Standard
birds 101 and the speakers will be Penny & Fritz Brandau who Deduction amounts this year, itemizing your deductions will be
are Bluebird Program Coordinators for the Black River Audu- almost impossible. An example is: for a married couple, both
bon Society. They are starting the year off with programs and over 65, the standard deduction would be $26,600. One thing
garden visits for the entire year. So, if you are interested in you may want to do is add up all your medical costs and see if
gardening, come and join them. For more info., call (440) 365- it is above 7.5% of your expected income level for 2018. You
8522.
CONCRETE CRACK INJECTION need to bring in the totals not the paperwork. This is for the
Ohio return purposes.
SPECIALIZING IN SEALING POURED Places to walk indoors at no cost Call and make an appointment as soon as you think you have
BASEMENT WALL CRACKS Beat the winter blues - take advantage of the benefits of everything. If you come in too soon and something comes in
~ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE ~ keeping active during the winter months. “Walking helps lower later, it all has to be amended. We are being directed to function
JOE MINARCHICK (440) 785-4036 stress levels and boosts the immune system,” said David Cov- in a little different fashion by the IRS and AARP this year, but
your return will be prepared by volunteers that love what they
ell, MPH, RS, Health Commissioner at Lorain County Public
Health. Start off the New Year right and visit these warm and do and are happy to be able to offer you this service for free.
safe locations to walk indoors at no cost:
RAM-CON LLC •Mondays, 5:30 p.m. at Lorain County Metro Parks Splash
Basement Waterproofing Zone, 95 W Hamilton St., Oberlin. Hearty Soups for
Storm Water Drainage •Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at
Sewer Lines - Water Lines Elyria Parks and Recreation East Recreation Center, 1101 Pros- Cold Winter Days
Full Service Excavation pect St., Elyria.
440-935-7842 •Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. at Keystone Elementary
FREE ESTIMATES!!! School, 531 Opportunity Way, LaGrange.
•Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Elyria Parks Delicious Ham and Potato Soup
J. A. KILBY ENT. and Recreation West Recreation Center, 1200 Foster Ave.,
“Stop the water before it stops you!” Elyria. “This is a delicious recipe for ham and potato soup that a
•Full Foundation Waterproofing •Wall Straightening, •Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. at Mercy Health Amherst HealthPlex, friend gave to me. It is very easy and the great thing about it is
Replacement and Repairs •Full Plumbing Services 47160 Hollstein Drive, Amherst. that you can add additional ingredients, more ham, potatoes,
•Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. at Liberty School, 5700 Jaycox
•Yard Drainage Systems •Concrete Replacement Road, North Ridgeville. etc and it still turns out great.”
440-327-3433 •School days, 5-8 p.m. at Midview Middle School, 12865 Ingredients
Grafton Road, Grafton. 3 1/2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
•Weekdays, 8-9 a.m. at Old Firehouse Community Center,
WATER WELLS 100 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake. 1/3 cup diced celery
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
•Weekdays, 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Wellington Town Hall, 115
Willard Memorial Square, Wellington. 3/4 cup diced cooked ham
3 1/4 cups water
•Saturdays, 11 a.m. at Columbia Branch Library, 13824
ART’S WATER SYSTEMS West River Road, Columbia. 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Find more free fitness opportunities in Lorain County year-
round on United We Sweat at LiveHealthyLorainCounty.com/ 1 teaspoon ground white or black pepper, or to taste
5 tablespoons butter
SERVICE • SALES • INSTALLATIONS UnitedWeSweat or dial 2-1-1. For more information, contact 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS • JET PUMPS Lorain County Public Health at (440) 322-6367 or visit Lorain- 2 cups milk
FILTERS • CHLORINATORS CountyHealth.com. Follow your local health department on Directions
Twitter @LorainCoHealth, Facebook or YouTube.
SOFTENERS • TANKS • SUMP Combine the potatoes, celery, onion, ham and water in a
PUMPS • WATER RELATED AARP Tax Aide Program stockpot. Bring to a boil, then cook over medium heat until
potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the chicken
MATERIALS • WELL ABANDONMENT bouillon, salt and pepper.
Tax season for the AARP Tax Aide Program will begin In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
KEVIN BOLDEN 440-322-2987 February 1 and operate until April 15. A listing of the 11 sites Whisk in flour with a fork, and cook, stirring constantly un-
appeared in your local newspapers a few weeks ago. If you
missed it you could go to AARPFOUNDATION.org/taxaide til thick, about 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk as not to allow
and find a site near you. If you had your return prepared by us lumps to form until all of the milk has been added. Continue
WELDING last year, we still have the same wonderful people making our stirring over medium-low heat until thick, 4 to 5 minutes.
Stir the milk mixture into the stockpot, and cook soup un-
appointments for us.
As you know, this is a free tax service offered to seniors, til heated through. Serve immediately. Recipe by: ELLIE11,
low to moderate income families and singles. We file your re- courtesy of www.allrecipes.com
Special Weld, LLC turn electronically and hope they will be refunded as quickly as
possible, considering the government shutdown.
Certified Welding Services When you come in and are filing a joint tax return, both Cream of Mushroom Soup
All types of Welding & parties have to come in to sign. Bring in your driver’s license
Fabrication. as it is mandatory for the whole state of Ohio to file an Ohio re- “Use the everyday mushrooms we find in our grocery
We can come to you! turn. We need to see your social security cards and all the docu- store or use them in combination with some of the more ex-
440-610-1709 ments needed to file a complete return. Please go over your last otic varieties. Experiment and have fun - All will be good.”
Ingredients
5 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Do you appreciate your 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup half-and-half
free local newspaper? 1 tablespoon sherry
Directions
In a large heavy saucepan, cook mushrooms in the broth
Consider a gift with onion and thyme until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
In blender or food processor, puree the mixture , leaving
donation! some chunks of vegetable in it. Set aside.
In the saucepan, melt the butter, whisk in the flour until
DONATION 4x6 smooth. Add the salt, pepper, half and half and vegetable pu-
ree. Stirring constantly, bring soup to a boil and cook until
thickened. Adjust seasonings to taste, and add sherry. Recipe
by: Karena, coutesy of www.allrecipes.com







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