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Serving the Community for over 30 Years!

Van's Tire started out in the Wadsworth community over 30 years ago. Joshua Baughman took over the Wadsworth location in September of 2013, and updated the name to Van's Auto Service & Tire Pros. He opened the North Ridgeville location in September of 2016 and since then, 11 more locations have been added to the Van's family of stores in Northeast and Central Ohio.

Van's specializes in personalized auto service and tire sales, taking great pride in making sure that each customer walks away happy and well taken care of. We provide a digital vehicle inspection with every visit that includes pictures, which is helpful in giving an honest and transparent assessment of each vehicle. We are a full service shop that handles oil changes, brakes, alignments, suspension work, engine and transmission repair.

Stop by or call us Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 6:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am to 3:00pm. Or visit us at www.vanstirepros.com!

Joshua has created a family environment for customers and employees alike Here he is with some of the "Van's Kids" who have become part of the family.

NOW OPEN! BROOK PARK 14671 Snow Rd. (216) 898-5800 13 Locations in Northeast and Central Ohio WADSWORTH 185 Broad St (330) 336-6630 NORTH RIDGEVILLE 37775 Center Ridge Rd (440) 327-7010 IBERIA 3596 State Rt 309 (419) 468-1777 MANSFIELD 801 Lexington Ave (419) 529-0865 AKRON - ELLET 682 Canton Rd (330) 784-7740 AKRON - EAST MARKET 1725 E Market St (330) 784-5454 AKRON - WATERLOO RD. 449 E Waterloo Rd (330) 724-7400 MEDINA 1451 Medina Road (330) 239-2371 CUYAHOGA FALLS 4005 State Rd (330) 794-5263 NORWALK 2874 State Rt 61 (419) 677-0655 WOOSTER 210 S Buckeye St (330) 794-5263 PARMA 7701 Day Drive (330) 663-3600 37775 CENTER
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Photo: North Ridgeville’s Business and Community Leaders take time out of their busy schedules to gather at the North Ridgeville Academic Center, where students in grades three through eight maximize their potential as individuals and responsible citizens. RangerSTRONG (Service, Teamwork, Respect, Ownership, Necessity, Goals) is the motto followed every day! See page 16 for our Business Profiles.

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2 North Ridgeville Community Guide | 2023-2024 4 MAYOR'S MESSAGE 5 CITY OVERVIEW 11 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 12 EDUCATION 15 BUSINESS & COMMUNITY LEADERS 19 HEALTH & WELLNESS 20 SENIOR LIVING 21 HOMES & REAL ESTATE 22 PARKS & RECREATION 23 COMMUNITY INFORMATION 25 SHOP LOCAL 28 CORN FESTIVAL 29 DINING GUIDE 32 PLACES OF WORSHIP 33 ADVERTISER INDEX Contents
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Welcome to North Ridgeville

This summer, I invite you to enjoy the great outdoors. There’s lots to do, whether you’re taking kids to the playground or enjoying a concert at South Central Park, getting some exercise on our network of multipurpose trails, or going bird watching at the Sandy Ridge Reservation of the Lorain County Metro Parks. North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation has a wide variety of programming to suit every interest and ability, including fitness and exercise classes, arts and dance programs, adult and youth sports, health and wellness topics, adult education and more. The biggest event in town, the 48th Annual North Ridgeville Corn Festival, will be held August 11 to 13 along Bainbridge Road. It’s always a great time! While we celebrate our local heritage, we are also actively planning for our future. The Ridgeville Ready master plan process has brought a tremendous diversity of residents, business owners and members of our civic organizations together to think about how North Ridgeville could best grow and change. While we have heard from many of you, our work is not done and there remains the opportunity to have your voice heard. Visit RidgevilleReady.com for the latest news about the master plan including a schedule of upcoming public engagement opportunities.

Along the lines of growth and change, you’ll see numerous projects underway in North Ridgeville, both

adding to our tax base and improving our infrastructure. We’re welcoming new businesses to town, from retail and restaurants to a major trucking terminal for Dayton Freight. City capital projects slated for this year include the Barres Road Realignment at Stoney Ridge Road and the Cypress Avenue Extension. Pre-construction work continues on the Mills Creek Conservation and Flood Control Project and the peanut-shaped roundabout at Mills, Stoney Ridge and Avalon. Many of these projects are years in the making and it is exciting to see them progress toward reality.

Learn more about city initiatives and stay connected with us by visiting our website at nridgeville.org and following the City of North Ridgeville and various departments on our social media channels. Every Friday I post a weekly video with news you need and highlights of what’s happening in our city. Also, I invite you to stop by City Hall for one of my monthly Coffee and Conversations where I share updates and answer your questions.

We hope you enjoy the 2023 North Ridgeville Community Guide. Thanks to the support of our local businesses and community partners, this publication is brought to you free of charge. Please shop local and show your appreciation for those businesses whose advertising helped to make this magazine possible.

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Mayor Kevin Corcoran

Q&A with Mayor Corcoran

Q. In last year’s issue, we learned about North Ridgeville’s branding process and got a look at the new logo. Tell us how the city brand is being implemented.

A.We’ve accomplished quite a bit in the last year! We rolled out our new logo in both internal and external communications including letterhead, business cards, forms and applications. For visitors to city hall, you’ll see that our new brand and logo have been incorporated around the building. Our Council Chambers received a refresh earlier this year using our new brand colors. There’s a new logo in the public entrance to Chambers and there’s even one on my office wall. Perhaps you’ve seen it in the background of my weekly videos. Citywide signage is a bigger project on the horizon. We will be installing new welcome signs at our city gateways and facility signs at our parks this year. New colorful streetscape banners have livened up Center Ridge Road, which will be updated for each season. Even our city vehicles now have the North Ridgeville brand. Another important project this year will be updating our city’s website. We’re looking to make improvements not just to the visual look of the site but also to improve the functionality and make it more user-friendly for residents and others seeking information and services.

How has the public reacted to the new look?

I’ve heard a lot of positive responses from the community. I think people like the new logo and the banners have caught people’s attention. The city has changed so much and this brand feels new and fresh, reflective of where we are today. But it’s important for residents to know that we have not abandoned our city seal, which is important to our history. Our official seal is still used in certain situations. Our branding allows for more flexibility in application.

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We sat down with Mayor Kevin Corcoran to learn more about some of the projects and initiatives
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Q. It’s orange barrel season in North Ridgeville! What roadway projects are underway and what can we expect the rest of 2023?

A. There are a lot of projects happening in 2023, that’s for sure! Some of the notable city projects include the Barres Road realignment, the Mills/Stoney Ridge/

Avalon peanut-shaped roundabout, the Cypress Avenue extension and our annual streets program which is a combination of asphalt resurfacing and full-depth concrete replacement. ODOT is repaving Center Ridge Road from city line to city line, except for the center area that was widened. The Ohio Turnpike Commission is replacing the bridge over Race Road, and later in the year, the railroad will be replacing the Maddock Road bridge. Residents should expect road closures and to see plenty of detour signs this year.

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We expect this work to be complete, or well underway, by the end of the year. However, we’ve learned that with big or complex projects, we need to remain flexible. Project schedules can change for various reasons. In some instances, our funders, such as the state or county, dictate the timeline for a project. In other cases, contractor availability or even weather can impact a project. The most important thing is to ensure a project is done right and that we keep communicating with the public about what to expect during construction.

Q. In April, Council approved a reorganization of city departments and divisions. Why was this done and how will it benefit residents?

A.The reorganization came about when the SafetyService Director moved on and took a new job as the

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The City will be installing new welcome signs at our gateways and facility signs at our parks this year as shown in this artist's sample rendering. Lorain Road continues to see growing development as several new businesses are currently under construction or have recently opened in our business district. PHOTO: ILER AERIAL IMAGING

Lorain County Administrator. This provided us an opening to take a different look at the operations of our city government. The reorganization is an effort to make local government more efficient, to provide greater support to our employees and to improve services for our residents. The supervisory duties of the Safety-Service Director have been split among three group leaders. We’ve created more of a team-based structure. I think smaller, more nimble teams will be able to function better and serve our community more efficiently than the old structure.

Q.The city’s master plan process, Ridgeville Ready, has been underway since late 2022. Where do things stand now?

A.We have a great momentum going with our master plan. Our steering committee has been meeting monthly and our first round of public engagement in the spring solicited a lot of feedback from our community. It was definitely a success. The second round of public engagement will be this summer.

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What have you heard so far?

We’ve learned a lot about where we are as a city and where we can go in the future. We’ve discovered some challenges, too. Overall, the public input and technical analysis have been extremely valuable in allowing us to plan for our future in ways that we hadn’t considered. It was interesting to me that the comments from the general public have mirrored those thoughts we have expressed internally. For example, the community desires a greater focus on economic development and business growth, which has been one of my top priorities. It is good to have confirmation that our thoughts are supported by the input of North Ridgeville residents.

How can residents stay informed and involved in this process?

There are a lot of avenues of information. One of the best is to visit RidgevilleReady.com and sign up for email alerts. We’ve also been putting out information on our

city website, our social media, our various newsletters and in my weekly videos. All of our steering committee meetings are open to the public, so that’s a great way for people to see how this process is unfolding and how the plan’s recommendations are coming together.

Q. Do you have any final thoughts?

Which of our banking services are available in your community?

Which of our banking services are available in your community?

Which of our banking services are available in your community?

We’ve talked a lot about government business, which is important, but I also want to encourage residents to get outside and enjoy summertime in North Ridgeville. We learned in our master plan workshops just how much the community loves their local parks! We have summer concerts scheduled at South Central Park and families can take advantage of many different amenities including our splash pad, playgrounds, walking trails, basketball courts, pickleball, tennis and more. Later this summer, work will begin on a new Veterans Memorial at South Central Park thanks to the hard work and fundraising of many volunteers and community organizations. Check out nrvetsmemorial.com to learn more or get involved. And, of course, there’s the annual Corn Festival in August. There are a lot of reasons to get outside this summer!

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Choose from a variety of checking and savings accounts, loans, investments, retirement accounts, and more to fit your financial needs. Whether you bank online, on your phone, or in-person, you know you’ll always get the personalized service you expect from a local community bank.

Choose from a variety of checking and savings accounts, loans, investments, retirement accounts, and more to fit your financial needs. Whether you bank online, on your phone, or in-person, you know you’ll always get the personalized service you expect from a local community bank.

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RIDGEVILLE READY is a community-driven process to develop a master plan for the City. The plan will respond to current changes and capitalize on the community’s potential. WELCOME TO DELICIOUS: Groundbreaking ceremony of the new Culver's Restaurant that will be opening later this year on Lorain Road.

Helping Members Grow Their Business

The North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce works closely with our business partners, our city and our schools. Our chamber is a vital part of the success of all the businesses in North Ridgeville.

During the pandemic, our chamber contacted every business in North Ridgeville to assist in any of their needs or concerns. During that time, we established our Restaurant Rally to promote our local restaurants.

Our very successful Annual Golf Event is held at Red Tail Golf Club and will take place on August 28, 2023. This event is our largest fundraiser and generates money for our Scholarship

Reflect, Adapt, Transform

The Lorain County Chamber of Commerce remains committed to our mission of promoting and supporting the success and growth of the local business community. As year three of the post-COVID normal begins, we are thankful for your dedication to our organization as we continue building upon our established partnerships and collaborations.

For the past 18 months, we have focused on what we can do to help secure a brighter and more vibrant future for Lorain County. The establishment of ONE Lorain County, Opportunities

Program. Discover the Ridge, held in May, and Holiday on the Ridge, held in December, are our annual community events drawing thousands of visitors to North Ridgeville from all over Ohio.

Thank you to all our member businesses for their continued support that creates our ever-growing North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce community. North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce is a Member of Power of More.

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for a New Economy, a Public/Private organization under the umbrella of the Chamber, has put into motion an integrated economic development strategy for Lorain County that will provide us with a roadmap for success. Exhaustive community outreach was done, as we received input from our elected officials, business leaders, nonprofits, educational partners, and philanthropic agencies to ensure we cover every aspect needed to be successful.

We look to Reflect upon our past, Adapt in the present so we can Transform for the Future.

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Lorain Road Business District CONGRATULATIONS to Georgia Awig of Mary Kay Cosmetics for being selected as the “2022 North Ridgeville Business of the Year.” Pictured (L-R) Chamber President Chris Hibsman, Georgia Awig and Superintendent of North Ridgeville Schools Roxann Ramsey-Caserio.
440-328-2550 Innovate • Recover • Advance www.loraincountychamber.com Reflect • Adapt • Transform
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Empowering Students To

Design Their Preferred Future

The North Ridgeville City School District (NRCS) has seen continued growth in enrollment as the population of the city continues to increase. Since 2015 we’ve added over 600 students to the district with our projected enrollment for 2024 surpassing 4,800.

Our hard-working staff continue to create the best educational experiences possible. We have 624 employees of which 327 have either a Master’s Degree or an ESEA endorsement.

As a district, our goal is to help our students reach their full potential. Along with the core classes of math, English, science, and history, we have a wide range of electives from American Sign Language to Woodworking. We also offer a variety of Advanced Placement classes designed to prepare students for their college career after high school. Through our partnership with Lorain County

Community College, 23 students have earned over 1,947 hours of college credit by participating in College Credit Plus classes.

The district is proud to have the only fully accredited STEAM school in Lorain County and one of only 70 in Ohio. Ranger High-Tech Academy houses students in grades 2 through 8 with an enrollment of 307 during the 2022-2023 school year.

Students can also continue on this pathway with STEAM classes offered through high school. These students have the opportunity to experience hands-on, collaborative project-based learning.

NRCS offers 77 different extracurricular activities. In our combined sports programs, we have over 720 student athletes. We also offer programming for students to succeed in the arts, such as band, choir, art, and drama.

We have several ways for students to get involved with other school sponsored organizations such as the antibullying club, key club, robotics club, and student council.

We strive to help each student find their passion

Inclusivity has always been a priority for the district. This year, North Ridgeville City Schools hosted the Unified Basketball Tournament which included five local schools competing in a round robin tournament. Young entrepreneurs at the high school have created the brand Able Not Label, a business with students of different abilities aiding in the design, creation, and sales of Ranger merchandise. The Sparkle Squad is an inclusive spirit team that cheers at games and different school events.

NRCS continues to grow and evolve in order to create the best educational experiences for our students. Our staff is dedicated to empowering students to design their preferred future.

EDUCATION
NRCS continues to grow and evolve in order to create the best educational experiences for our students. Our high-quality academic programming and wide variety of extracurricular activities allow students to choose their own path. Our staff is dedicated to empowering students to design their preferred future. Students in Miss Pappadakes’s first grade class enjoy reading time. Band students in Mrs. Bryson’s class rehearse for an upcoming concert. Band students in Mrs. Bryson’s class rehearse for an upcoming concert.
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Elementary students in Miss Pappadake’s first grade class enjoy reading time.

Earn as You Learn

Lorain County Community College is ramping up its Earn and Learn programs, providing students opportunities to earn an income while they gain relevant job experience and attend classes. This format, where students split their time between coursework and industry-specific employment, began in LCCC’s microelectronic manufacturing program. It’s been so successful — maintaining 100% employment rates for students postgraduation — that the college has replicated the format across many career pathways.

Today, LCCC students in nursing, automation engineering technologies, cyber security, software development, data analytics, digital fabrication and CNC machining can participate in Earn and Learn programs,

increasing their chances of graduating debt-free, building their resume, and securing a job before finishing school. Learn more about LCCC’s Earn and Learn programs at lorainccc.edu/earnandlearn.

LCCC’s Earn and Learn programs help students earn an income and gain job experience while attending college
In our Learn and Earn Program, you’ll split your time between classroom learning and paid jobs and internships in your field.
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Get Ahead at Lorain County JVS

Over 30 Career Tech Programs are available to help local students have a successful future

Lorain County JVS offers accredited career-technical education for high school students in grades 9-12 and adult learners.

Through career tech programs, students gain the skills, knowledge, and training needed to be a success in their careers. Lorain County JVS offers college credits, industry certifications, and a connection to the world of work.

Over 30 career tech programs are offered for high school students and numerous career development programs for adult learners. These courses are led by

passionate instructors that will guide the students toward their successful futures.

Specialized training programs are available in these indemand fields; Building Trades, Business and Marketing, Culinary, Healthcare, Manufacturing and Engineering, Service, and Transportation.

Located on a 100-acre campus in Oberlin, with the school building being 10 acres under one roof, Lorain County JVS is one of the largest career tech schools in the state! Learn more at lcjvs.com

14 North Ridgeville Community Guide | 2023-2024 EDUCATION Success! I AM LCJVS Tyler Fair LCJVS Public Safety Class of 2022 City of Elyria Firefighter From North Ridgeville

North Ridgeville’s Business & Community Leaders

FIRST ROW (seated, left to right): Martin DeVries, Regional Branch Manager, First Federal Lakewood and North Ridgeville Councilman; Roxann Ramsey-Caserio, Superintendent, North Ridgeville City Schools; Mayor Kevin Corcoran, City of North Ridgeville; Kent Iler, President & CEO, Iler Networking & Computing, and Iler Aerial Imaging.

SECOND ROW: Kevin and Robin Crow, Pastors, Harvest Ridge Church; Stephanie Wiersma, CEO, Lorain County Health & Dentistry; Heather Johnson, Administrator LNHA, Northridge Health Center; Joe Martin,

Coordinator, Lorain County Community College. THIRD ROW: Hugo Aceves, General Manager, and Alex Martinez, Owner, Fiesta Jalapeños; Drew Dixon, Director of Distribution and Strategy, Riddell; David Bogner and Nick Bogner, Funeral Directors, Bogner Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Cover Location: North Ridgeville Academic Center. Photographer: Michael Wypasek Photography.

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Riddell Leads Football into the Future

Whether it’s Friday Night Lights or tuning into games on Saturdays & Sundays, Ohioans love their football.

But, you might not know that football runs right through the neighborhoods in North Ridgeville at Riddell’s ~350,000 square foot production facility located at 7501 Performance Lane. A centerpiece of Northeast Ohio for decades and situated in North Ridgeville since 2017, hundreds of dedicated teammates at Riddell are working to improve athlete protection for football players here in Ohio and around the world. This facility produces new helmets for youth through the NFL, custom shoulder pads for the elite, and distributes a variety of products, including collectible helmets.

The biggest activity at Riddell’s North Ridgeville location is equipment reconditioning, which is the refurbishment and recertification of football helmets and maintenance of shoulder pads and athletic gear. Whether you’re a team or a parent of a young athlete, annual reconditioning advances player protection and prolongs the effective life of the equipment.

Any good team starts with strong leadership, and Riddell’s got it with Rick Brown, Drew Dixon, and Leigh Cullen as part of the management team. Each brings unique career experiences to their work, with one thing they all share being a love of football.

As Director of Manufacturing Operations, Rick applies his knowledge from across industries to Riddell as he oversees all manufacturing activities, operations, and maintenance of the plant. Rick is valued for his team building and focus on process improvement, endearing him to colleagues. He also believes in the work, “My favorite aspect of working for Riddell is the ability to supply a product that is easy to get behind and support.

If you choose to wear a Riddell football helmet, you’re getting the very best.”

A North Ridgeville resident, Drew Dixon, Director of Distribution and Strategy, is proud that Riddell chose our city. Drew remembers Riddell’s open house event with over 5,000 people getting a firsthand look at the facility. “It was exciting to see how the community was interested to learn about what we do. North Ridgeville has fully embraced Riddell.” As a former collegiate player, Drew enjoys blending his passion for football with his career.

People are your greatest asset. That’s what Leigh Cullen, Director of Human Resources, declares. As a manufacturing lifer, Leigh says, “I love the team energy and resilience on display to get the job done. That’s what makes our organization successful.” Also residing in North Ridgeville, Leigh is pleased to know her town plays such a big role in football.

With several manufacturing, operations, and officebased positions available, employment stability, and a competitive benefits program, Riddell welcomes the opportunity to add you to their team. Riddell is hiring!

FAVORITE TEAMS:

Rick Brown: Cleveland Browns, The Ohio State Buckeyes, and Akron Zips

Drew Dixon: Pittsburgh Steelers and Case Western Spartans

Leigh Cullen: Cleveland Browns and The Ohio State Buckeyes

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Drew Dixon, Director of Distribution & Strategy Rick Brown, Director of Manufacturing Operations Leigh Cullen, Director of Human Resources
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Fiesta Jalapeńos

For over 60 years the Bogner family and staff have served the needs of the community with caring and compassionate services. Nicholas David Bogner, son of David and Mary Beth Bogner and grandson of Harold and Kathy Bogner, earned his license in 2020 as a funeral director and embalmer and will continue to serve the needs of the community well into the future. The Bogner family and staff are there to walk with you and provide help and guidance so that the services may be a healing experience. If you are interested in learning more about the services Bogner Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services provide, or would like to discuss advanced funeral planning options, please call 440-327-2955 or visit www.bogner family funeral home.com

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Kevin and Robin Crow Harvest Ridge Church

Pastors Kevin and Robin Crow moved to North Ridgeville in 1992 to start what would become Harvest Ridge Church.

They gathered a core group that began meeting on May 2, 1992, in Liberty Elementary School. After several location changes, a permanent facility was constructed at 35600 Lorain Road.

For 30 years, the church has experienced consistent growth. Each weekend, hundreds of people gather to worship. From the beginning, one major focus has been a place for children and youth to learn about God and grow in their faith. The many young families that participate each weekend are evidence that this goal is being met.

The church is also known for HarvestPalooza, a yearly party thrown by the church for the community. Every Labor Day weekend, South Central Park is filled on Sunday night with kids’ games, bounce houses, live music, free food, and a fireworks show. The event is free!

Harvest Ridge also has monthly feeding programs, recovery programs and a quality Preschool, as well as many other ministries and outreaches.

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Alex Martinez is the owner of Fiesta Jalapeńos and Fiesta Habaneros in Avon. Alex is a proud army veteran, husband, and father of two beautiful children. Alex has been in the restaurant business for over 11 years, taking over this location in 2020. He has made many renovations to the restaurant, including adding on a beautiful, four-seasons patio!

Hugo Aceves is the general manager of Fiesta Jalapeńos. He has over 15 years of restaurant experience. He is also a proud husband and father of 2 children. Hugo takes pride in providing exceptional, friendly service.

Both Alex and Hugo want to make sure everyone who enters their doors feels like family. Their upbeat atmosphere, friendly staff, and receptive service makes Fiesta Jalapeńos the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a wonderful meal. All food and margaritas are made from 100% fresh, quality ingredients and are prepared from scratch daily. Come enjoy a margarita on the nicest patio in North Ridgeville!

33725 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville • 440-327-1431 www.fiestajalapenostogo.com

Iler Networking & Computing has been supporting businesses with their IT needs since 1994. Kent Iler, President & CEO, is passionate about technology, and has built a professional team of technology experts. “For All Your Computing Needs” means they can do it all for you: Wired/Wireless Networking, Servers, Workstations, Cybersecurity solutions, Internet access, E-Mail hosting with Malware and SPAM protection, Website Development and Hosting, Backup/Disaster Recovery, VOIP Phone Systems, Security Cameras, 3D Printing, and more, thus allowing top notch technology performance with the appropriate security. With the continued increase of cyber-attacks and Ransomware, Iler can make sure you’re not another victim and your technology is well tuned, helping you focus on running your business. Kent and his family have resided in Lorain County since 1998. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Elyria, and is a deacon at First Baptist Church of Elyria. Kent also started Iler Aerial Imaging in 2016 – handling professional video production and drones services/training.

David and Nick Bogner, Funeral Directors Hugo Aceves, General Manager and Alex Martinez, Owner
35600 Lorain Rd., North Ridgeville
Kevin and Robin Crow, Pastors
For All Your Computing Needs! Iler Networking & Computing 5061 N. Abbe Rd., Suite 3, Sheffield Village • 440-322-4537 www.iler.com • www.ilerimaging.com
Kent Iler, Owner www.nridgeville.org 17

Marcia J. Ballinger, Ph.D., President Lorain County Community College

Marcia Ballinger, Ph.D. has more than 30 years in community college leadership roles advancing student success, workforce and economic development, strategic planning, and institutional advancement. She serves as Lorain County Community College’s (LCCC) fifth president and previously held positions as Provost, Vice President for Strategic Development, and Vice President of LCCC’s Foundation. Her unwavering commitment to equity and student success has led to significant reductions in educational achievement gaps – especially for underserved students.

Through Dr. Ballinger’s strategic vision, LCCC became the first community college in Ohio to offer a Bachelor of Applied Science in Microelectronic Manufacturing in 2018, and a second applied bachelor’s degree in Smart Industrial Automated Systems Engineering Technology in 2022.

Under Dr. Ballinger’s leadership, LCCC garnered the top national honor for community college excellence by being named “First in the Nation for Excellence in Student Success” in 2018 by the American Association of Community Colleges.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry Coming Soon to North Ridgeville!

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is a nonprofit Community Health Center, with a mission to improve the community’s health regardless of ability to pay. LCH&D provides primary and preventative health care of the highest quality in Lorain, Elyria, Oberlin, and will soon come to North Ridgeville.

LCH&D is pleased to announce the planned opening of a North Ridgeville community health center in spring 2024. The new health center, at 35557 Center Ridge Road, will offer primary care, general dentistry, behavioral health and enabling services for persons of all ages, whether insured or uninsured.

With over 20 years of experience serving Lorain County, and a record of achieving excellent clinical outcomes, LCH&D is pleased to expand its reach and bring affordable, high-quality healthcare to North Ridgeville for residents of Lorain and Cuyahoga counties, and beyond. New location, added convenience, same great care.

First Federal Lakewood is the largest depositor-owned bank headquartered in Ohio. And, as a mutual bank, we’re focused on making decisions that benefit our customers, our community and our employees - not shareholders,” states Martin DeVries, Regional Branch Manager.

They’re focused on leveraging their strength to benefit the communities they serve by reinvesting deposits from customers right back into the local community. Which means for North Ridgeville customers, deposits stay close to home and may help make possible a mortgage loan for a neighbor over on Lorain Road or help a business owner right here on Center Ridge Road secure financing.

“I invite you to visit our North Ridgeville branch,” says Martin. “As a local community bank, we work hard to offer our customers a wide variety of products and customer service that is second to none. We welcome the opportunity to be your trusted financial partner.”

The Northridge Health Center has been a part of the North Ridgeville Community for 38 years, building a reputation for successful therapy outcomes, thanks to the longevity of their nursing and management staff. When you come to Northridge, you will develop a quality relationship with your caregivers.

As the 2020 North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year, their experienced therapy team will assist you with your rehab in a recently remodeled and expanded therapy gym that features state-of-the-art equipment.

Northridge’s services include top-rated physical, occupational and speech therapies, advanced diagnostics, IV therapy and tracheotomy care, wound care from an on-site certified wound nurse, fall reduction programming, hospice and long-term care.

Heather Johnson, administrator, states, “I am proud to lead a dedicated team that works together to care for our residents. We strive to help our patients achieve their highest level of independence, encouraging people to know us before you need us, so contact us for more information and to tour our state-of-the-art facilities.”

Martin DeVries First Federal Lakewood
33701 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville • 440-327-1311 www.ffl.net
Martin DeVries, Regional Branch Manager
440-240-1655 • www.lorainhealth-dentistry.org
Stephanie Wiersma, CEO
Think Northridge!
Heather Johnson
Northridge Health Center
35990 Westminister Ave., North Ridgeville 440-327-8511 • www.embassyhealthcare.net
Heather Johnson, Administrator
1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria 440-365-5222 • www.lorainccc.edu
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Marcia J. Ballinger, President

Beautiful Smiles Creating

Center Ridge Dental Professionals is located at 33650 Center Ridge Road in North Ridgeville and is proudly celebrating 50 years of service to the community. This family dental practice was established in 1973 by Dr. Ron Arndt when the population of the city hovered around only 11,000 residents.

In 1986, Dr. Scott Arndt joined the practice and then took over the practice in 1993. From its inception, Dr. Arndt has provided dental care to local residents and many of the surrounding communities and now has many third-generation family members as a part of his practice.

The office has also been actively involved in the community and schools. In honor of their father, the brothers initiated the Max Arndt Scholarship, now in its 40th year. It is an annual health sciences scholarship for deserving college-bound students selected from the North Ridgeville High School senior class. Dr. Scott Arndt and his team continue to deliver excellence in patient care and guest experiences, all delivered in a safe, comfortable patient-centered office. To learn more, visit www.centerridgedental.com or call 440-327-9006.

W. Arndt, DDS

for Patients of All Ages

Preventive Care

General Dentistry

Restorative Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental Technology

Digital X-Rays

Panoramic X-Rays

Digital Impression Scanner

www.nridgeville.org 19 HEALTH & WELLNESS 33650 Center Ridge Rd., N. Ridgeville 440-327-9006 Centerridgedental.com
Crea ng Beau ful Smiles

The Key to Aging Well

The North Ridgeville Senior Center and Office for Older Adults serves the community by providing essential social services such as Meals-On-Wheels and transportation in addition to a variety of opportunities to reduce social isolation and programs for individuals to live a vibrant life and stay informed about issues and information germane to aging in place.

In the past year, we have added staff, including filling a vacancy for an Activities Coordinator. This position allows us to increase our creative presence with crafts that provide revenue through sales, and expand programming, including field trips and physical fitness options. Line dancing, chair volleyball and cardio drumming were recently added and are quickly growing in popularity. Three of our staff and all our current fitness instructors are North Ridgeville residents.

We feel fortunate to have established civic and community groups as sponsors of our spaghetti dinners, including North Ridgeville Lions Club, VFW Post 9871, the Rotary Club of North Ridgeville and Liston Funeral Home. Our office has partnered with the North Ridgeville Branch Library, North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce, and North Ridgeville City Schools. We continue to grow our partnership network with organizations and agencies that serve the older adult community to provide beneficial programs at the center, including working with Dementia Friends on creating a dementia friendly community locally.

For more about the center or volunteer information, call 440-353-0828, or visit nridgeville.org/SeniorCenter, or Facebook at facebook.com/NorthRidgevilleSeniorCenter.

Senior Center 2022 Highlights

• 650 programs/events were held, with 420 individuals attending one or more program/event.

• 52 North Ridgeville residents were able to receive home delivered meals through our Meals-OnWheels program.

• 945 rides were provided to residents unable to drive, allowing them to receive routine medical care, grocery shopping and other essential errands to maintain independence and successfully age in place.

• Through a partnership with Community Care, 1,400 pounds of produce was distributed to Meals-On-Wheels clients, program participants, and used in meals prepared by our kitchen staff.

• 23 unique Health & Wellness programs were held, including fitness classes that focused on building flexibility, strength, stability and balance; health talks by nutritionists and physical therapists on topics such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis and healthy cooking options.

• Nearly 100 volunteers provided more than 2,000 hours of service, including Meals-On-Wheels drivers, front desk staff, spaghetti dinner helpers and filling other essential needs.

Diverse care solutions, tailored just for you. At Northridge Health Center, our goal is to provide you or your loved one with quality comprehensive care to ensure the best clinical outcomes in a warm, loving, home-like environment.

• 38 Years in the Community

• Proud member of the North Ridgeville Community

• Long and short-term care

Please contact us today for more information or to schedule a tour.

• Wound care

• Respite care

• Pain management

• Post-stroke acute recovery care

• Daily activities for all residents

• Free transportation to appointments

We genuinely care about our residents and each other and are willing to go above and beyond every single day.

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Ridgeville, OH
440.327.8511 • embassyhealthcare.net • Like Us On Facebook
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy 35990 Westminister Ave., North
44039

The best way to be healthy and happy is keeping your home and business clean. Maintaining a clean environment reduces pollution, preserves our biosphere, protects endangered species, and helps preserve the earth’s natural resources.

Cleaning should always start from the least soiled areas (cleanest) first to the most soiled areas (dirtiest) last and from higher levels to lower levels so that debris may fall on the floor and is cleaned last. Detergent and/or disinfectant solutions must be discarded after each use.

Periodically, cleaning your carpet and upholstery, tile and grout, drapery, and area rugs will ensure that your home remains as clean and germ free as possible. You might want to consider a monthly or quarterly maintenance program.

If you experience a fire, flood, or vandalism in your home, there are experts available to help restore your home to its original shape. Find a reputable company that will work with your insurance agent so that your claim will receive prompt attention. Stabilizing your

home after a disaster can make a huge difference in the outcome of remediation.

Duraclean, located in Avon, can help you keep your home and business sparkling clean. No job is too small or large for them. Contact them for your cleaning and restoration

When your environment is clean, you feel happy, motivated and healthy.
www.nridgeville.org 21 HOMES & REAL ESTATE 37500 Center Ridge Rd. l 440-327-3040 l info@SportsVilleOhio.com www.SportsVilleOhio.com G o l f D r i v i n g R a n g e - M i n i a t u r e G o l f - B a t t i n g C a g e s Serving the Western Suburbs of Cleveland 440-554-3020 group1220@lawndoctor.com www.lawndoctor.com/westlake-oh
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GreatOutdoors!

NORTH RIDGEVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION serves a diverse and growing community that relies on our local public park system to maintain both physical and mental health throughout the year. Learn more about the features and amenities you’ll find at each of our community parks.

South Central Park

7565 Avon Belden Road

South Central Park, the crown jewel of the City, encompasses 30 acres of naturalistic park land that has all the amenities any resident can ask for: a state-of-the-art splash pad, a 1.2-mile multi-purpose trail, rentable pavilions and gazebo, playground, basketball, ga-ga ball pit, tennis and pickleball courts, outdoor fitness equipment and a 9-hole disc golf course. The current playground that has served our community since 1997 will be replaced this year.

Shady Drive Complex

37077 Shady Drive

As you make your way through our City, be sure to stop out to the Shady Drive Complex, located off of Sugar Ridge Road. Shady Drive is a 37-acre park that has 13 baseball-softball diamonds, two concession stands, an indoor batting cage, playground, pavilion, multipurpose field and the North Ridgeville Heart & Sole Fitness Trail, which is a six-foot wide, three-quarter mile trail.

Find more information about our park facilities and recreation programming at nridgeville.org/parksandrec. Thank you for making North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation your year-round recreation destination!

Soccer Complex

8949 Root Road

The Soccer Complex is 12 acres and home to the North Ridgeville Amateur Soccer League. It has a state-of-the-art playground, concession stand, pavilion and restrooms. The existing gravel parking lot will be paved this year, providing over 200 delineated spots that will make the park more attractive and safer for users.

Frontier Park

5463 Mills Creek Lane

Frontier Park is 13 acres of open green space with restrooms, concessions and a pavilion.

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South Central Park Gazebo and fishing lake (above left); the Stache Dash (above) is held in November –Show us your best mustache! Proceeds from the race benefit the Parks & Recreation Department, and the popular Splash Pad (left) at South Central Park. Shady Drive Complex

Important Phone Numbers

Senior Center 440-353-0828

French Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant 440-934-5251

Income Tax (R.I.T.A. Customer Service) 1-800-860-7482

440-353-0848

Mayor’s Court 440-353-0821

Parks & Recreation 440-353-0860

Planning & Development 440-353-0867

Police (non-emergency) 440-327-2191

Public Utilities 440-353-0841

Service 440-353-0814

CITY COUNCIL

Assistant Clerk of Council Fijabi Gallam, MMC 440-353-1508

fgallam@nridgeville.org

At-Large/President

Jason Jacobs

440-452-5851

jjacobs@nridgeville.org

At-Large

Martin E. DeVries

440-387-3895

mdevries@nridgeville.org

At-Large

Georgia Awig

440-724-7246

gawig@nridgeville.org

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DEPARTMENTS
City of North Ridgeville 7307 Avon Belden Rd. North Ridgeville, OH 44039 440-353-0819 www.nridgeville.org Mayor Kevin Corcoran 440-353-0811
Building 440-353-0822 Engineering 440-353-0842 Finance 440-353-0851 Fire (non-emergency) 440-327-5311
The Rangers line up for tip-off for the first game in the Unified Basketball tournament. The Rangers tip-off in the Unified Basketball Tournament where players –made up of students with and without physical and developmental challenges – are equals on the court. PHOTO: ILER AERIAL IMAGING
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Ward One

Holly A. Swenk 440-310-4129 hswenk@nridgeville.org

Ward Two Dennis J. Boose 440-327-8528 dboose@nridgeville.org

Ward Three

Bruce F. Abens 440-316-7091 babens@nridgeville.org

Ward Four Clifford Winkel 440-253-9474 cwinkel@nridgeville.org

EDUCATION

North Ridgeville City Schools

34620 Bainbridge Rd. North Ridgeville, OH 44039 440-327-4444 www.nrcs.net

Administration Superintendent

Roxann Ramsey-Caserio roxanncaserio@nrcs.net

Assistant Superintendent David Pritt davidpritt@nrcs.net

North Ridgeville High School 440-327-1992

North Ridgeville Academic Center 440-353-1180 (grades 5-8) 440-353-1131 (grades 3-4)

Ranger High-Tech Academy (STEM) 440-353-1178

Liberty Elementary School 440-327-6767

Early Childhood Learning Community 440-353-1184

Weareproudtosupportourcommunityforover45years

CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Lorain County JVS 15181 OH-58, Oberlin 440-774-1051

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

Lake Ridge Academy 37501 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville 440-327-1175

St. Peter School

35749 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville 440-327-3212

COMMUNITY COLLEGES

Lorain County Community College (LCCC) 1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria 1-800-995-5222

LCCC/University Partnership Ridge Campus 32121 Lorain Rd., North Ridgeville 440-366-4800

Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) Westshore Campus 31001 Clemens Rd., Westlake 216-987-6000

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For All of Your Pet’s Needs

The goal of our Rehabilitation Department at Animal Clinic Northview is to restore mobility and alleviate pain, helping your pet live their best life. Our certified Rehabilitation team will create a tailored plan to help renew your pet’s health and wellbeing. This plan may include Therapeutic exercises, Laser Light Therapy or Hydrotherapy using our Underwater Treadmill or Resistance Swimming Pool.

Because continuing therapy at home is also an important part of your pet’s rehabilitation, we will develop a Home Exercise Program for your pet with appropriate exercises and walking programs. This helps continue their progress at home. Our Rehabilitation team is also available to help navigate selecting harnesses, ramps, slings, and wheelchairs. For more information, visit www.northviewvet.com.

Students cheer on staff for our annual Dodgeball Tournament Fundraiser
24 North Ridgeville Community Guide | 2023-2024 Fully staffed 24 hours/day for emergency care. 30 veterinarians to serve all your needs. 440-327-8282 l 36400 Center Ridge Rd. l North Ridgeville ww.northviewvet.com Your new vet for all the members of the family!
Students cheer on staff during the annual Dodgeball Tournament fundraiser.
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COMMUNITY
www.nridgeville.org 25 4 4 0 . 7 2 3 . 2 9 9 0 L a s e r P i c s Joe Voros j v o r o s @ l p g o h . c o m L a s e r E n g r av i n g F o r A n y O c c a s i o n w w w. l a s e r p i c s . u s N o r t h R i d g e v i l l e O h 4 4 0 3 9 319 6 6 C e n t e r R i d g e 440-723-8234 l www.railroadbrewingcompany.com 1010 Center Rd., Avon: Production Facility 820 Center Rd., Avon: Taproom & Restaurant nrconsun.com N th Ridgeville Convenient Sunoco 32505 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville • 440-327-7093 • Food • Beverages • Deli • Gasoline Owned & Operated by the Zimmerly Family 440-848-LAKE (5253) thepowerhousepros.com House & Pressure Washing Roof & Gutter Cleaning Christmas Lights www.foundrykitchen.bar 525 Broad St., Elyria • 440-281-9181 Dine in - Pickup Winning Pizza Award Scratch Kitchen $5 Bourbon Thursdays Home of the

HOSPITALS

Cleveland ClinicAvon Hospital

33300 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon

440-695-5000

Mercy Allen Hospital

200 W. Lorain St., Oberlin

440-775-1211

Mercy HealthLorain Hospital

3700 Kolbe Rd., Lorain 440-960-4000

Southwest General Health Center 18697 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Hts. 440-816-8000

UH Avon Health Center 1997 Healthway Dr., Avon 440-988-6800

Santa (left) helps with the 2022 Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony; skunk lovers and owners (right) gather every September for SKUNKFEST.

UH Elyria Medical Center

630 East River Rd., Elyria 440-329-7500

UH North Ridgeville Health Center

32800 Lorain Rd., North Ridgeville 440-406-5600

UH St. John Medical Center 29000 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake 440-835-8000

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce

36097 Westminister Ave. North Ridgeville 440-327-3737

North Ridgeville Branch Library

35700 Bainbridge Rd. North Ridgeville 440-327-8326

North Ridgeville Community Care 34015 Center Ridge Rd. North Ridgeville 440-353-9716

North Ridgeville Post Office 34760 Center Ridge Rd. North Ridgeville 440-327-8806/800-275-8777

To Honor Our Veterans

About 3½ years ago, the city of North Ridgeville approved a plot of land in South Central Park for a Veterans Memorial. Our team has almost met our financial goal and we will be presenting the draft to the city planning commission in June and once approved we hope to break ground this summer.

(440) 240-1655

Medicaid | Medicare Commercial Insurances accepted Sliding fee discount for qualifying patients

35557 Center Ridge Road (Architect's Rendering)

Providing high quality and affordable medical, dental, eye care and behavioral health services We do COVID-19 testing, vaccines and boosters, too! Serving all ages at six convenient locations in Lorain, Elyria and Oberlin and coming soon to North Ridgeville in 2024! Be sure to follow us on:

Our Memorial will feature a water source, flag display and conflict stones as well as a walking path. We are now trying to reach out to veterans and their families.

Around our flag display, you will be given an opportunity to honor a veteran by purchasing a paver in their honor. The pavers cost $80.00 (standard 8 in. x 4 in.) or $150 (8 in. x 8 in.) and can be purchased on our website at nrvetsmemorial.com. You can also follow the North Ridgeville Veterans Memorial Facebook page for live events, updates and more.

Artist rendering of the Veterans Memorial

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Lorain County Auditor (property values and tax calculations)

226 Middle Ave., Elyria 440-329-5207

Lorain County Board of Elections

1985 North Ridge Rd., Lorain 440-326-5900

Lorain County Chamber of Commerce

226 Middle Ave., Elyria 440-328-2550

Lorain County Collection Center (hazardous waste/shredding) 540 S. Abbe Rd, Elyria 440-329-5440

Lorain County Job & Family Services

42485 N. Ridge Rd., Elyria 440-323-5726

Lorain County Metro Parks

12882 Diagonal Rd., LaGrange 440-458-5121

Lorain County Treasurer (property tax payments)

226 Middle Ave., Elyria 440-329-5787

Lorain County Veterans Service Commission 1230 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria 440-284-4625

Lorain County Convention & Visitors Bureau

226 Middle Ave., 5th Fl., Elyria 440-406-3119

Lorain County Public Health 9880 S. Murray Ridge Rd., Elyria 440-322-6367

Mental Health, Addiction & Recovery Services Board of Lorain County 1173 N. Ridge Rd. East, Lorain 440-233-2020

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) 605 Chestnut Commons, Elyria 440-322-0723

Ohio Means JobsLorain County 42495 N. Ridge Rd., Elyria 440-324-5244

VFW Post 9871 6805 Lear Nagle Rd., North Ridgeville 440-327-4068

American Legion Post 717 6805 Lear Nagle Rd., North Ridgeville 440-731-1722

www.nridgeville.org 27 YOUR LORAIN COUNTY AUTO TITLE & PASSPORT OFFICES OFFER “PHOTO TO FINISH” PASSPORT SERVICES WITH NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY! Elyria – 226 Middle Avenue, Elyria OH 44035 Lorain – 621 Broadway Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 440-329-5127 OR GO TO LORAINCOUNTYOHIO.GOV/CLERK Tom Orlando Lorain County Clerk of Courts • niaroL C o u n ty Clerk of Court of C o m m o n saelP • Ohio J. Craig Snodgrass, CPA, CGFM Lorain County Auditor 226 Middle Avenue, 2nd Floor • Elyria, Ohio 44035 www.loraincounty.com/auditor • auditor@lcauditor.com General 440-329-5207 Auditor Snodgrass 440-329-5170 Appraisal 440-329-5488 Board of Revision 440-329-5374 Homestead 440-329-5222 Licenses - Dog, Vendor,
Yard, Cigarette
Real Estate 440-329-5212 Special Assessments 440-329-5210 Tax Exemption 440-329-5739 Tax Map 440-329-5272 Owner Occupancy 440-329-5203 Weights & Measures 440-329-5657
Junk
440-329-5717
Todd Harford, COO UH Elyria Memorial Hospital, John Reese, North Ridgeville Fire Chief, Roxann Ramsey-Caserio, North Ridgeville Supt. of Schools, and Jonathan Sague, COO UH St. John Medical Center. Stop the Bleed kits donated to every classroom ensure immediate emergency response in a time of need. North Ridgeville Historical Society (above); a young helper (far right) went blueberry picking on Esber Farm.

OUR CORN FESTIVAL Will Shuck and A-Maize You!

The North Ridgeville Corn Festival, held August 11-13, 2023 is the summer event you do not want to miss! This year we are celebrating 48 years with FREE admission, FREE entertainment, and FREE parking. There are Fireworks on Friday night, the annual car show on Saturday morning, corn eating contest for all ages on Saturday afternoon, and the Grande Parade on Sunday.

Amusement rides, kids’ games and a beer garden for the adults provide fun for all. Our car show boasts 14 classes and hosts hundreds of cars every year. We see some of the coolest cars from all over the state!

An arts and crafts fair is also held in the air-conditioned Senior Center. You must try the delicious Amish recipe sweet corn, Mexican street corn and sweet corn grilled in the husk. With over 100 concessions, you can find all kinds of festival food to satisfy your appetite. We hope to see you there!

SEE YOU THERE! Lots of musical entertainment, corn-related presentations, a variety of food concessions makes the Corn Festival a great family-friendly event!

North Ridgeville Community Guide | 2023-2024 INDOOR & OUTDOOR INDOOR & OUTDOOR INDOOR & OUTDOOR TROPICALS TROPICALS TROPICALS 33117 CENTER RIDGE RD. NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OH COMMUNITY INFORMATION
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83 & Chestnut Pub and Eatery 9001 Avon Belden Rd. 440-219-4955

83-chestnut-pub-and-eatery. business.site

Angelina’s Pizza 34887 Lorain Rd. 440-412-4124

Arby’s 34011 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-0885

Between the Bun 34445 Center Ridge Rd. 440-281-8885

Bistro 83 36033 Westminister Ave. 440-353-2828

Bullfrog’s Sports Cafe 33137 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-3764

Burger King 32533 Lorain Rd. 440-328-4614

C Mulligan’s Pub 6450 Pitts Blvd. 440-327-9108

China King 33125 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-0444

Dairy Grove 35455 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-9901

Dairy Queen 32936 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-4411

Domino’s Pizza 35108 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-0227

Dunkin’ 32323 Lorain Rd. 216-759-7053

Fiesta Jalapeños 33725 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-1431

www.fiestajalapenostogo.com

Foundry Kitchen & Bar 525 E. Broad St., Elyria 440-281-9181

Game Day Tavern 39140 Center Ridge Rd. 440-657-5030

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Bar Nova 36816 Detroit Rd., Avon 440-695-1083

www.barnovaavon.com

Chipotle Mexican Grill 32223 Lorain Rd. 440-353-0240

City Diner 34900 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-3898

Smokin’ Mary’s www.nridgeville.org 29 83-chestnut-pub-and-eatery.business.site 9001 Avon Belden Road North Ridgeville M-F 11-2 • Sat- 9-2 • Sun 10-2 440-219-4955 Amazing Food! Great selection of Draft Beers!
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Gourmé Family Restaurant

32775 Lorain Rd. 440-327-8152

Hop Brothers Brewing 32650 Lorain Rd. 440-281-9353

Little Caesars Pizza 35145 Center Ridge Rd. 440-281-9386

Little Hong Kong 34137 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-7633

Lone Tree Tavern 33009 Lorain Rd. 440-309-4978

Maing Wok Kitchen 35085 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-3515

Marco’s Pizza 32521 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-8008

McDonald’s 32528 Lorain Rd. 440-327-4261

McDonald’s 35900 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-0505

Mrs. Scott’s Sweets 34161 Center Ridge Rd. 440-315-8102

Nino’s Italian Restaurant 32652 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-9580

Panera Bread 32305 Lorain Rd. 440-327-2500

Master Pizza 34263 Center Ridge Rd. 440-219-0900

www.masterpizza.com

Mootown Creamery 34259 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-1673

Mootowncreamery.com

Mr. Hero 34258 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-3145

Pickett’s Place on the Ridge 37863 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-5445

Pizza Hut 34210 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-2288

Pizza Pan 33009 Lorain Rd. 440-309-4999

Bistro 83 Foundry Kitchen & Bar 30 North Ridgeville Community Guide | 2023-2024 Open for carryout, inside & patio dining www.barnovaavon.com l www.facebook.com/Bar-Nova 36816 Detroit Road, Avon 440-695-1083 Food created with Passion Join us for your next meal! Always Expect GREAT TASTE & GOOD TIMES
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Foundry Kitchen & Bar

Ridgeville Nutrition 35075 Center Ridge Rd. 440-503-5327

Scooter's Coffee 34522 Center Ridge Rd. 440-412-3088

Smash Pizza Kitchen 7054 Avon Belden Rd. 440-731-3011

Starbucks 32435 Cook Rd. 937-595-2191

Subway 34299 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-5773

Taco Bell 32350 Lorain Rd. 440-353-3617

The Treat Shoppe & Bakery 35522 Center Ridge Rd., Unit B 440-732-1391

Smokin’ Mary’s 34173 Center Ridge Rd. 440-281-9246

www.smokinmarys.com

Smoothie King 34250 Center Ridge Rd. 440-657-5054

Wendy’s 34323 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-2113

Every effort has been made to provide a complete and accurate list for the community magazine.

Bar Nova www.nridgeville.org 31 3 North Ridgeville, OH 44039 34263 Center Ridge Rd. 440-219-0900 Sunday-Thursday: 11:00 am-9:00 pm Friday-Saturday: 11:00 am-10:00 pm www.masterpizza.com Master Pizza North Ridgeville! Thank You Scott Hughes Vice President - Sales 440-823-1908 shughes@imagebuildersmarketing.us Alex Drellishak Community Consultant 440-263-2263 akaldy@msn.com www.imagebuildersmarketing.us Want to be in the next Community Guide? Become an advertiser!
Patio at Fiesta Jalapeños

PLACES OF WORSHIP

Cathedral of Life 5375 Jaycox Rd. 440-327-7774

Church of Christ

36364 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 440-327-2777

Cornerstone Bible Fellowship

36300 Center Ridge Rd. 440-353-3530

Faith Baptist Temple 34361 Lorain Rd. 440-327-8563

Hope for the Soul

34881 Center Ridge Rd. 440-452-7376

Journey of Faith Lutheran Church

33406 Liberty Pkwy. 440-327-0147

New Community Baptist Church

37501 Center Ridge Rd. 440-933-8230

Northridge Christian Life Church

8877 Avon Belden Rd. 440-353-0758

Service Times:

Sundays – 9:00 & 11:00 am

Wednesday – 7:00 pm

Fields United Methodist Church 34077 Lorain Rd. 440-327-8753

www.fieldsumc.org

First Congregational United Church of Christ

36363 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-2921

Gateway Church

5400 Lear Nagle Rd. 440-327-0228

Grace Baptist Church 38079 Center Ridge Rd. 440-396-7000

Real World Church & Outreach Ministries

35136 Center Ridge Rd. 440-610-7623

River Church

6000 Lear Nagle Rd. 440-327-4761

St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church

5500 Lear Nagle Rd. 440-327-1978

St. Peter Catholic Church 35777 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-2201

Shepherd of the Ridge Lutheran Church

34555 Center Ridge Rd. 440-327-7321

Harvest Ridge Church

35600 Lorain Rd. 440-327-0024

www.harvestridge.net

Sugar Ridge Baptist Church 36600 Sugar Ridge Rd. 440-327-9465

Rev. Robert Franco Pastor

Masses Sat. Vigil, 5:00 p.m. Sun. 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., 5:30 p.m.

5500 Lear Nagle Road North Ridgeville 440-327-1978

www.stjuliebilliart.org

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ADVERTISER INDEX 83 & Chestnut Pub and Eatery l Pub & Eatery p 29 Animal Clinic Northview l Veterinarian p 24 Bar Nova l Restaurant p 30 Beckett Thermal l Manufacturing/Employment Opportunities p 8, 9 Bistro 83 l Restaurant p 31 Bogner Family Funeral Home l Funeral/Memorial/ Cremation Services p 7, 17 Brian’s Furniture l Furniture/Home Accessories p 25 Carter Lumber l Lumber/Building Materials p 25 Cooper Kurtz Disposal l Disposal Company p 3 Duraclean l Cleaning/Restoration p 21 Fiesta Jalapeños l Restaurant p 17, Back cover Firefighters Community Credit Union l Credit Union p 5 First Federal Lakewood l Bank p 10, 18 Foundry Kitchen & Bar l Restaurant p 25 Harvest Ridge Church l Church p 17, 32 Iler Networking & Computing l Networking/ Computer Services p 6, 17 Image Builders Marketing l Community Magazines p 31 Laser Pics l Engraving/Plaques/Signs/Nameplates p 25 Lawn Doctor l Lawn Care p 21 Lorain County Auditor l Assessments/Appraisals/ Licenses/Taxes p 27 Lorain County Chamber of Commerce l Chamber of Commerce p 11 Lorain County Clerk of Courts l Auto Titles/Passports p 27 Lorain County Community College l Colleges & Universities p 13, 18 Lorain County Health & Dentistry l Medical/ Dental Clinics p 18, 26 Lorain County JVS l Schools/Career & Technical p 14 Master Pizza l Pizza Restaurant p 31 Michael Wypasek Photography l Photography p 19 Northridge Health Center l Skilled Nursing/Rehabilitation p 18, 20 North Ridgeville Chamber of Commerce l Chamber of Commerce p 11 North Ridgeville City Schools l Schools/Public p 12 North Ridgeville Convenient Sunoco l Food/Beverage/ Gasoline Store p 25 Power House Power Wash l Exterior House Cleaning/ Power Washing p 25 Railroad Brewing Company l Restaurant/Brewery p 25 Riddell l Manufacturing/ Employment Opportunities Inside ft. cover, 16 Scott W. Arndt, DDS Center Ridge Dental l Dentist p 19 Smokin’ Mary’s l Restaurant p 30 SportsVille l Recreation/Sports Park p 21 Stewart’s Appliance l Appliances/Televisions p 25 St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church l Church p 32 St. Peter Parish & Catholic School l Church/School-Private p 32 TropiCLE Plants l Plants p 28 Van’s Auto Service & Tire Pros l Auto Service & Tire Shop p 1 Versa-Flex l Custom Bags & Embroidery p 7
Mayor Kevin Corcoran and the new City logo introduced in 2022. PHOTO: ILER AERIAL IMAGING
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