Joy of Medina County Magazine August 2022 by Joy of Medina County

FINDING HUMOR IN FAILURE PG. 16 It is how you handle failure that makes the difference.

WHAT’S FOR DINNER? PG. 20 New cook takes up residency in the Joy kitchen.

NEW! EVERLASTING LOVE PG. 25 A monthly celebration of local long-time marriages

A World of Wonder Her passion for discovery has led Gigi Gerstenberger to start others on the path of exploration. Pg. 4

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Love, Food and Business by Amy Barnes This month, a new magazine feature called “Love Doves” premieres in our “Community” section. “Love Doves” celebrates Medina County couples who have been married 50 years or more. Kicking off the first appearance of this special tribute is a charming commentary you do not want to miss about being married for 50 years by Lydia Wochna, half of the first couple being honored. There is no charge to be included in “Love Doves,” and photos can be submitted. Photos must not be copyrighted and will run as space allows. Couples must have been married within Medina County or currently reside in Medina County. For more information on how to participate, please go to https://bit.ly/ 3aqaarB ₊˚ ✧ ‿︵‿୨୧‿︵‿ ✧ ₊˚ This month we are welcoming a new resident cook to the “Bite Me!” column, Kel Bulkowski. I have been looking for a very long time for the just-right person for this role and am delighted to welcome Bulkowski aboard the Jolly Joy Ship! While we still will accept recipe submissions from readers, as well, Bulkowski will be producing the majority of

recipes for the column. Recipe submissions can be emailed to Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com To learn more about our newest cook, please visit https://bit.ly/3awgnCE Meet any of the magazine’s other contributors or learn more about our advertisers by visiting https://bit.ly/3atgijc ₊˚ ✧ ‿︵‿୨୧‿︵‿ ✧ ₊˚ Last month, we started a new calendar of local networking events in the “Business” section of the magazine called “Doing Business.” There has been a terrific response to it and many have asked if it will be appearing monthly. Yes, it will be monthly. It will list networking events that do not have category restrictions, although some may require a membership, such as a chamber networking event. Networking event submissions are welcome and can be sent to Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com with “Doing Business” in the subject line. Keep in mind, though, that the event must take place in Medina County and must be an open networking event, not limited by what business categories are open. Thank you to everyone who made so many kind comments and left positive messages celebrating this new addition!

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HEALTH

22 OF MIND AND BODY

SOLVING SMOOTHIE SLIPUPS by Kelly Bailey Not all smoothies are healthy, and it is easy to make an unhealthy choice.

4 A LIFE OF DISCOVERY by Amy Barnes Gigi Gerstenberger opens doors for students to worlds unknown.

13 THE READING NOOK

MILKING BUTTERCUP

HEALTHY TRAILS

DISC BRAKE MAINTENANCE by Robert Soroky Mechanical and hydraulic disc brakes need different approaches.

COMMUNITY

23 IN DEED

by Amy Barnes

FOR THE LOVE OF A TOY

BUSINESS

THE JOY OF GREAT SERVICE

by Amy Barnes Avoiding responsibility is not a good idea on a farm, where the animals, with a little help, just may take matters into their own hooves. Mom appreciates stranger’s kindness.

16 DOING BUSINESS A calendar of area networking events

APPLAUSE! Celebrating local new hires, promotions, certifications earned, and announcements.

THE NETWORKER

FAIL OFTEN by Bob Arnold There is a trick to turning networking fails into successes.

17 FROM A TECHNICAL MIND

MORE THAN SPEED AFFECTS BROWSING

Recognizing those who go above and beyond at area businesses

24 GEMS

CONSIGNMENT LEADS TO NEW by Kent Von Der Vellen The stock from a closed store helped launched a charity.

25 LOVE DOVES

HOW CAN IT BE 50 YEARS? guest commentary by Lydia Wochna Our new feature celebrating wedding anniversaries of 50 years and more premieres!

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

by Tyler Hatfield

Internet speeds are affected by more than providers.

JOYFUL WORD SEARCH

SEARCHING FOR ADVENTURES

THE IN BOX

SEVEN KEYS TO BUSINESS GROWTH

Find the words that are part of an exchange student’s life.

MIRTH AND JOY

by Rachel Shepard

by Jerry King

Techniques to help a small business flourish

HOME AND GARDEN

19 DIG IT!

COMBATING SOOTY MOLD

GETTING REEL

ONE SINGS, TWO FLOP by Amy Barnes Only one movie is worth the lifespan to view it.

by Michelle Riley

Arrival of fungus makes plants look charred.

JOYFUL LETTER DETECTIVES CLUE BOX

Read the clue, collect the magnifying glass letters, and solve the puzzle!

VEGAN VITTLES

CHOCOLATE CHIP CHICKPEA COOKIE DOUGH

OH, SNAP!

by Chris Pickens

photos by Torre Design

Easy mix-and-eat dough might not make it to the refrigerator!

Being delayed for two years did not dampen the enthusiasm.

BITE ME!

CHICKPEA AND WILTED KALE POWER BOWL by Kel Bulkowski Our new resident cook starts off with a gluten-free recipe. On the front and back covers: photos by Amy Barnes World traveler Gigi Gerstenberger

LET’S DO IT! Summer winds down, schools start up, but there is still lots to enjoy.

43 CELEBRATE! A clickable directory of vetted businesses who bring you Joy!

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Gigi and Andreas Gerstenberger were married in California at a large vacation rental with their grown children in attendance. Left to right: Andre Gerstenberger, Sharin Gerstenberger, Andreas Gerstenberger, Gigi Gerstenberger, Jake Kreutzer, Willow Kreutzer, Brody Kreutzer photo provided

by Amy Barnes Note: Pictures used with permission, however, due to privacy and safety concerns, last names of minors are not used.

igi Gerstenberger and her husband, Andreas, are world travelers, but what may be their most important trip of all will be taking her father, Greg Fisher, on an upcoming return trip to Vietnam. Fisher served in the U.S. Army at the Long Binh base in Vietnam between 1965 and 1967. While there, he helped build the Ho Chi Minh airport. Now 77, he wants to see the country as a tourist instead of as a soldier. “He wants to go back and close that loop and see it in a different way,” said Gigi. The Gerstenbergers well understand the itch to visit another country, no matter the reason for the urge. Childhood dreams for Gigi included being an Olympic swimmer, a doctor, playing softball in Japan, and much more. “I had many aspirations,” said Gigi. As a child living in Michigan, Gigi said her family

moved a lot and she attended 10 different schools. In 1985, when she was 15, she dipped her toe into international travel when she participated in an exchange program to England as part of a swim team, and her world was changed. She decided she would, “see everything, everywhere” and visit all of the places in the world that she could in her lifetime. Back then, there were no cell phones, no email, and no way to get cash from home so it was very much an immersion into the culture. Her husband, Andreas, grew up in Germany and traveled a lot as a kid. As an adult, he is the global executive with Continental, an auto part supplier headquartered in Fairlawn, and he travels extensively through his job. Andreas and Gigi met when both were living in Michigan and working for the same company. When Andreas was relocated back to Germany, the couple continued their relationship long distance. When the company Andreas worked for bought out a Fairlawn location, with his children now grown, he jumped at the chance to return to the U.S. and Gigi, who was still living in Michigan. They were married in 2018 in California at a large

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vacation rental overlooking the ocean with their grown children in attendance. Gigi said that the bonus to the location was that there was a rugby tournament being held there with the U.S. rugby team competing. Gigi and Andreas wanted to watch the competition, something especially appealing to Andreas because he had been a rugby player in Germany. Both enjoy traveling but they enjoy visiting local places and talking to the local residents more than the usual tourist-type attractions. “When we travel, we really try to understand people,” said Gigi. “When you travel, you always leave a little part of yourself behind, but you bring back so much more.” She said that, overall, people the world over want

the same things: a decent, good life and to love and protect those closest to them. Most are proud of their country. “People everywhere are, in general, good if you treat them respectfully,” she added. Andreas participated in a student exchange from Germany to the U.S. at a New Jersey high school. He also traveled extensively as part of his school and sports activities in Germany. A favorite travel story of Gigi’s is when her husband and her traveled to Salzburg, Austria, for New Year’s Eve. She recalled, “We found a spot in the middle of town with a view of Fortress Hohensalzburg, which sits on a hill. We had a lovely dinner, drinks and everyone in town had a small bottle of champagne. continued, Page 6

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Gigi Gerstenberger with some of the items she and her husband, Andreas Gerstenberger, have collected on their travels. photo by Amy Barnes

We were excited to see what was to come with everyone out in the streets abuzz with anticipation. “Moments before midnight, the fortress lit up like a Christmas tree, ‘Auld Lang Syne’ was piped through every speaker in town, fireworks erupted, every bottle of champagne was popped, kisses and wishes for the new year exchanged and everyone as far as we could see danced the waltz in celebration of the incoming new year. “The entire town danced the waltz! In the streets, on decks, on patios, cheers went up everywhere and huge snowflakes fell on us all, coming down softly and landing like kisses from the heavens on everyone’s heads and cheeks. The large entrance to the fortress lit up with digital lights that could be seen for miles and a band started playing. It was one of those moments when you truly revel in the

fact that while we were in another country, with different languages and peoples all around us, everyone there gave you a smile, hug, kiss on the cheek, a quick spin, wishes for good things to come and you are struck by the fact that while we are all very different, we truly are all so similar. “We share so many of the same hopes in life, joys and fears. But on that night, to dance in absolute joy and celebration of a new year, with snowflakes falling and fireworks lighting up the sky. We are all bound, no matter where we are now, by this beautiful moment in time and memory. I never want to stop appreciating where I get to go, who I get to be with, and what I get to see, learn and experience, whether that be with my family in my living room or somewhere else in the world.” Gigi has been to 33 countries in her travels. After working for a variety of different automotive companies in marketing management and as a community liason, she decided it was time to share her passion for travel and public speaking and help students have the travel opportunities she and Andreas had enjoyed. She left the corporate world and became an Ayusa representative. Ayusa is a nonprofit organization that helps high school and college students, tutors, and au pairs find countries to serve a term in. Last year, Gigi managed 27 exchange students. “He (Andreas) is as passionate about cultural learning and exchange as I am. Typically, when my students are here for orientation, he shares his stories about how his American exchange drove him to want to return to the U.S. and, through his career,he has done that and now leads people around the globe,” Gigi shared. Ayusa has existed since 1981 and has 45 countries that have students interested in visiting the U.S. to attend school and learn the culture. Many families host students year after year. Host families must speak English around the exchange student, not the student’s native language, so the student can fully immerse into the culture of their host family, said Gigi. While politics do not play into decisions about what countries can participate in the student exchange program, world events do have to be taken into account. Gigi said Ayusa runs thorough background checks on the students, as well as on the host families.

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Students and potential host families are met with to ensure everyone understands expectations, such as what household chores students will be expected to do, what a typical day is like in the host family’s life, and personal preferences. An effort is made to also fit personalities and allergies. Students are tested prior to being accepted into the program to ensure they are fluent in English, have a high-grade point average, and the maturity to handle all that being a foreign exchange student entails. Gigi said that host families can be single, married, divorced, or LGBTQ. Host families get to pick what country from which they would like to choose a student. Once they pick a country, they have profiles of students to sort through that include a video of the student and information about their grades, hobbies and their family dynamic. In addition, once a student is chosen, the host family then has the chance to talk directly to the

students and their families. All needs of the student are paid for by their actual families, the only things a host family is expected to provide is a bed and food. Expenses the student’s family covers include school lunches, heath insurance, flights, a cell phone, and the cost of having the student participate in everything the family does, including travel. There is no liability for the host family, said Gigi. If a student needs a tutor or additional funds for school activities or to participate in activities the host family is doing (such as entertainment or travel), the student’s family is contacted so they can cover it. Host families are not only background checked, but also go through an in-home interview, and pictures are taken of the kitchen and of the bedroom the student will be using. After a student is placed with a host family, most of the first month is spent integrating the student and the host families. continued, Page 8

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photo by Amy Barnes

For the host families, Gigi said, “It’s seeing your own life through a new lens.” Gigi has a monthly chat with the students and families to see how they are fitting in and if the students are having opportunities to share their cultures. She also visits after the first semester for a validation check, which includes ensuring the students do chores and are active in the community. Jammie Hutchinson, Ayusa northeast regional manager, said that some of the ways students can be active in the community are to distribute food to the homeless, create water distribution systems, and share information about their cultures. “It is not an entertainment year,” added Gigi. While Ayusa is not one of the more common big names in foreign exchange student programs, their smaller size allows maintaining relationships and

Exchange student Glauk from Kosovo attended Black River High School. He enjoyed being part of his host family’s activities His host family was a single mother and host sister and brother. photo provided

connections, said Hutchinson. Hutchinson pointed out that Ayusa is the only area organization to work with program YES. The program was developed by the Department of State in response to the 9/11 attack on the U.S. in an effort to “find the common kindness,” Hutchinson said. Through the YES program, students, who may or may not be Muslim but live in Muslim countries are

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helped to find host families. There is a cluster leader who works to ensure students get full exposure to U.S. culture, which can include taking them to a march or protest to help them understand the power of the movement, said Hutchinson. Hutchinson said that studies have shown that it takes a ratio of 1 percent of the student body being exchange students to start having an impact on the student body of a school. She said it does not take many students to affect change, adding that if a school 1,000 students, that is equal to 10 foreign students Ayusa tries to get students to speak with school administrators to set up a display or give them an opportunity to speak to classes or groups to share their culture. There also is a Global Student

Ambassador program to help high school students educate others about the exchange students and how they impact communities. The focus, Gigi said, is on making the kids part of the host family. She added that host families and students become very attached to each other. At the end of the year, there is a deep dive done, Gigi said, where the families and students are asked how they feel they were impacted by the program. She said that families and students discover “you are connected for life” and when students leave to return to their home countries, there are lots of hugs and tears. “How blessed I am every day to try to inspire others to have an interest in travel, talking to people from other places or just experiencing something new. That may be in your own town, continued, Page 10

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another state or another country. But GO. Travel. Explore. Because the life lessons that come from travel and understanding people and cultures cannot be learned any other way,” shared Gigi. If interested in hosting an exchange student, contact Gigi Gerstenberger at 248-425-8902 or by emailing her at ggerstenberger@ayusa.org The deadline for the 2023-24 school year is August 1, 2022.

Students at their re-entry orientation. An orientation is provided to host families, and the students get a departure and an arrival orientation. Students also get an orientation prior to returning to their home countries. Orientations cover the expectations, rules, regulations, and reality of each aspect of exchange, as well as what students can expect upon their return home to a life that continued for a year without them. Back row, left to right, behind German flags: Devin, Lucas, Finn, Lina, Jonna, Adele, Madita. Behind the Netherlands flag: Isabelle and Roy. From Spain are: Hugo, Garci, Lucia, Pia, Ona. Far right end, with the Kosovo flag is Glauk. Front Row from left is Sofia of Italy. The next five are from France: Loeiza, Anemone, Lysmay, Aurelian. The last three behind the Japanese flag are: Yuji, Yuki and Daichi photo provided

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THE READING NOOK

Lessons From a Tiny Oklahoma Farm

MILKING BUTTERCUP

by Amy Barnes

he house was built during Oklahoma’s Dust Bowl era and was little more than very thin boards in the shape of a house on a sandstone foundation. All winter long, the wind would whistle through the walls and freeze us, many a morning my sister and I woke to find our pajamas or blankets had frozen to the ice on the window glass overnight. We had a variety of animals on the farm, which included everything from chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, about 30 cats, pigs, horses, goats, sheep, a milking cow or two, and so forth on a tiny 5-acre farm in Oklahoma. At the time of this story, we had only one dairy cow. A very large Jersey with the biggest, most soulful eyes you can imagine. My mother named her “Buttercup.” We were all able to milk our small herd of about 20 dairy goats, but my mother was the only one with the hand strength to milk Buttercup. On a farm, everyone has to pull their fair share of the load. Chores must be done; it just is not possible to tell the chickens to wait to be fed until the next day or explain to the horses that they will just have to wait until you feel like filling their water trough. The problem with this was that my mother was not exactly cut out for doing chores at a set time. She loved to sleep, especially after a week of teaching school.

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One Saturday morning, as usual, we were all very frustrated with struggling to get her up. She was absolutely refusing. Aunt Sue was getting more and more aggravated with her as Buttercup was in the field bellowing her dismay over being two hours overdue for milking. Poor Buttercup’s udder was stretched way past the point of maximum capacity. (In case you don’t know, a cow will keep producing milk even if its udder is full.) The bedlam building in the farmyard was getting unbearable as Buttercup’s bellowing got the other animals to join in the mayhem. We made every attempt we could think of to get my mother out of bed. We even tried lifting her continued, Page 14

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head to look out her window, where she could see Buttercup looking absolutely miserable out in the field. Everyone for miles around knew that poor cow was in pain. Finally, my mother, in rebellion over wanting to sleep and in disgust at us insisting she get up, said the famous words that not one of us ever forgot: "Well, Sue, if you want me to milk Buttercup, then bring her to me." Sue looked at my mother still sprawled in bed, said, "OK," and quickly walked away. My sister and I looked at each other and ran back into my mother's room.

My sister and I shrieked as Sue walked into the house with a rope and at the other end of that rope was a COW!!!!!!

"What is Sue going to do?" we asked. My mother, who was still sprawled in bed, said, "Oh, did she leave? She's probably going to bring Buttercup to the window to be funny." There was an odd silence across the farmyard. Then we heard the commanding voice of my aunt, "C'mon Buttercup, c'mon, it's OK. Don't be scared, c'mon. Huuup!" My sister and I shrieked as Sue walked into the house with a rope and at the other end of that rope was a COW!!!!!! Coming right into the house, scrapping her large sides on the doorframe as she entered calmly chewing her cud and enjoying being part of a spectacle! Well, my mother heard the screaming and the very odd sounds that sounded remarkably like a large animal coming into the house and I heard her say, "NO! She didn't!!!!"

She came bounding out of her room just in time to see a grinning Sue and a HUGE cow standing in our tiny rectangular-shaped kitchen. Sue calmly (although chuckling) said, "Well, you said to bring her to you!" Chaos erupted. My mother is yelling to get the cow out of the house, my sister and I are still shrieking, and the cow is starting to get that look on her face, you know the I'm-about-to-make-alarge-deposit look? And Sue just can't stop laughing as she tells my mother she'd better hurry up and milk the cow before something bad happens! Well, Mother finally gets Sue to agree to get the cow out of the house. But, there was a problem. We learned that day that cows don't back up! And Sue, so tickled over her joke, had not thought about how to get the cow OUT OF THE HOUSE!! We had a back door, but it was so narrow and there was an extremely sharp turn to navigate before getting to the backdoor. No one thought Buttercup could possibly do it, including Buttercup who shook her head "no" when they tried. So, there we were with a cow stuck in the house! They didn't want to call friends for help because we were already known for getting into weird jams (wonder why!) and they didn't want the entire town of 1,500 (counting chickens, too) to enjoy our predicament. They certainly had no intention of calling Betty, our dairy farmer friend, and explaining why we had a cow in the house. Poor Betty was known for laughing so hard at our antics that she’d start crying helplessly with laughter and be unable to talk anyway! It was because of us that she had a “crying towel” for when she would start laughing and crying. The cow wouldn’t go backward. The cow wouldn’t go forward. But the cow is DEFINITELY looking like it's going to "go"! They decided that we all had to be quiet to calm the cow (which confused me because the

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For a mental picture of the cow in our kitchen: The eat-in kitchen was a narrow rectangle with our eating table on one side and cupboards on the other, leaving an open area that was only one cow wide and almost three cows long. After Buttercup’s adventure, we kind of started measuring everything in cows!

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cow was the ONLY one who did look calm!) and get her out. With Sue pulling the lead, my mother pushing poor Buttercup's butt, and her and Sue both trying to push in the cow's sides to get her through the door, it was quite a sight! They finally succeeded in getting Buttercup through the first doorway, managed to BEND the poor cow around the corner (remember, this is a FULL-sized Jersey cow and she is a BIG girl), and finally out the back door to where there was a tiny cement porch that measured approximately 2 feet by 1 foot. Cows are much bigger than 2 feet by 1 foot. Poor Buttercup, she got to that point, tried to navigate the tiny 6-inch steps, gave up and jumped/scrambled/fell to the ground, where she returned to calmly chewing her cud. Sue looked at my mother and said with ever so slight a smile and a tremble to her voice, "Well, are you going to milk her here or do I need to bring her back in?" Through gritted teeth, my mother responded, "I'll milk her here." So she sat on a back step, in her pajamas, and milked the cow while Sue held the lead. The whole time my mother milked Buttercup, Sue told Buttercup what a wonderful cow she was and that she was sorry Buttercup had to go through so much. It was about a week before my mother's jaw unclenched and a year before she forgave everyone, but she never insisted on staying in bed again!

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Doing Business

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Wadsworth Area Chamber of Commerce Monday, August 1 Women in Leadership, noon to 1 p.m., Soprema Café, 617 School Drive, Wadsworth. Chamber membership requirement, $15 charge. Reserve space at https://bit.ly/3P2vLFY

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BUSINESS

New hires, promotions, certifications earned, and announcements

Congratulations to Armstrong for being named Cablefax Independent Operator of the Year for 2022! Cablefax is a national trade publication. Every year, they recognize companies that provide high quality service, dedication to innovation, community involvement, and customer service. Armstrong has been a part of the Medina community for more than 40 years, contributes to area food banks through their Breaking Bread program, helps provide service dogs for veterans through Healing Heroes, and employs local residents. To learn more about Breaking Bread, go to https://bit.ly/ 3orwTr5 To learn more about Healing Heroes, go to https://bit.ly/3z7tliy. To learn more about Armstrong, go to https://bit.ly/3vbUBeM

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BUSINESS: THE NETWORKER

Fail Often by Bob Arnold I have found that failure is not failure unless I let it be a failure. Through experience, I also have found that being first to admit failure in a networking exchange relieves everyone else. Then, we all can laugh. We all fail. It is a fact about relationships. We slip up or we fumble in some statement. Early in my networking journey I decided I would admit my fail before someone else could draw negative conclusions from it. In fact, most times the fail turns into a connection enhancer and helps us to remember each other. Here is an example from a recent fail. A new member had joined a team I am on. I reached out publicly, greeted her and mentioned I was looking forward to meeting her. Three days later, at a networking event, she stood before me, laughing, and asked if I had seen her response to my greeting. I said I had not because I had not yet returned to the social media site. Well, that was a networking fail. When she said she mentioned in her response that she had visited the group a few weeks ago and we had met, I was completely sunk. I admitted that I did not recall meeting her. To her credit, she threw me a lifeline by saying, “Well, I guess I didn’t make myself stand out enough.” We laughed and ended up in a discussion about “rememberability” and other topics. The key is not to let a slipup take you down. You are human and humans make mistakes, accept it. Later, someone mentioned they are amazed at how I always come out of a fail looking good. This is because I do not let it take me down nor embarrass either of us. It needs to be realized that we are in control of the conversation and a fail is just another way of relating and creating strong connections. Some of the best conversations, laughter and customers can be the result of diffused fail situations. Fail often! Bob Arnold is the founder of ONward Networking and the international best-selling author of “The Uncanny Power of the Networking Pencil,” which can be purchased at https://amzn.to/2KSy3Xm. More networking tips are available at “Bob’s Pencil Points” blog at http://onwardnetworking.com/ or by contacting Arnold at theNetworkingPencil@gmail.com

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BUSINESS: FROM A TECHNICAL MIND

More Than Speed Affects Browsing by Tyler Hatfield In the world of internet speeds, things tend to get quite messy. Providers advertise many speed packages, and every internet service provider (ISP) will say their packages are better for different reasons. However, speed is not everything when it comes to browsing the internet. Another metric called latency, or response time, has a massive impact on whether or not the internet speed even matters. Latency is measured in milliseconds and determines how long it takes for a computer to send a message and then receive a response from a server. Generally speaking, values under 45 milliseconds are quick enough to have a seamless experience when browsing, streaming and gaming. Values higher than 80 milliseconds tend to cause noticeable delays and make things like games and video meetings feel sluggish or even drop out. A network’s latency can be affected by a large variety of things such as the router, firewalls and even the ISP. So, if having issues with things such as pages loading slowly or meetings falling behind, you can check your internet speed as well as its latency, but it is often best to call your ISP for support and help troubleshooting the issue. Tyler Hatfield has a passion for technology that he would like to someday turn into his own business. He runs a small media group, https://www.hatsmediagroup.com/ , and works on computers on the side. He can be contacted with questions and for recommendations at hatsmediagroup@gmail.com

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BUSINESS: THE IN BOX

Seven Keys to Business Growth by Rachel Shepard Over the past two years, a record number of new businesses were created in the United States. In 2020, more than 4.4 million businesses were created, according to the Census Bureau. There were more than 32.5 million small businesses representing 99.9 percent of total U.S. businesses in 2021, according to the Small Business Association. Unfortunately, fewer than 50 percent of small businesses survive more than 5 years. What are the keys to business success? There are seven ways to successfully grow a business. 1. Deliver Value: In business, companies deliver value to customers and accept payment in return. Customers’ needs and wants need to be understood. Customers should regularly be asked for feedback. 2. Provide Solutions: Product and service offerings should solve a problem. Many businesses fail due to a lack of demand. The key is to educate the market on products and services and how they provide solutions to their problems. 3. Maintain Focus: A small business owner often wears many hats but it is important to focus on long-term goals. Follow up by breaking long-term goals down into actionable steps. While focusing on the task at hand, always keep long-term goals in mind. 4. Focus on Cash Flow: Cash-flow problems are the cause of 82 percent of business failures. Positive cash flow is necessary for survival. Liquid assets should be increasing, and the inflows should easily cover all outflows (obligations). 5. Learn From Your Competition: Study their successes and failures. 6. Grow Your Brand: Grow your brand by supporting your community, leveraging social media, and networking. Encourage satisfied customers to post about their experience with your business. Consider partnering with influencers. 7. Deepen the Client Relationship: A business can grow by increasing value with existing customers. This can be accomplished by adding product and service lines. It is important for small businesses to thrive because they are the engines of the economy, and they employ half of the workforce in the U.S.

Rachel Shepard is the founder of LonaRock, LLC, and a resident of Medina County. She specializes in helping businesses understand financials and access capital. Shepard can be reached by email at rshepard@lonarock.com.

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HOME AND GARDEN: DIG IT!

Combating Sooty Mold

by Michelle Riley The earliest olive harvest will begin mid- to late-August, kicking off the anticipation of favorite olive varieties. Edible olive trees prefer a subtropical climate, hardiness zones 10 to 11, with long, warm summers. While they do not take well to Ohio’s freezing winters, there are ornamental replacements, the American White Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus) and the Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus retusus). They both have a beautiful spring bloom in May that looks just Sooty mold on a river birch photo by Michelle Riley like white fringe. They bear the most brilliant fruit (olives) in August. The olives have the most gorgeous shape and color. (not the melons). What is honeydew, then? They beckon to be plucked and cured. You are going to love this; do you have a strong stomach? As beautiful as the fruit is, it is not for human consumption A plant’s veins are pressurized. When an insect, such as an and is best left to the birds. aphid or scale sticks its piercing mouthpart into the stem, the With the fringe tree as well as with olive making, it is all fun surge of the sugars coming out of the plant forces the sugary and games until the sooty mold invites itself over. liquid quickly through the insect’s gut and is then rapidly Hot summers, when the humidity is high and the secreted through the anus, causing a substance called temperatures are higher, create the perfect playground for honeydew. To put it in layman’s terms: undigested bug poop. sooty mold. Sooty mold spores are airborne and thrive once they hit a It is not only a nuisance in the olive industry, but it also rears jackpot of honeydew. Identify and eliminate the insect, then its ugly head in our home landscapes and gardens. Most first spray the mold off with a high-pressure spray. notice a black sooty layer forming over the leaves of their tree or shrub. Michelle Riley is a local horticulturist, landscape designer, and If left untreated, the sooty mold may continue to grow thicker consultant. She is the founder of the gardening subscription and cover more surfaces of the plant, including the trunk and service, https://theplantmall.com/; https:// branches. michellerileyhorticulturist.com ; and https://neohiogarden.com . Sooty mold makes the plant appear to have been charred by a She also is the president of All About You Signature Landscape fire, but it is merely a fungus that likes to grow on honeydew Design, Inc. Riley can be contacted at Info@MichelleRileyHorticulturist.com or by calling 234-678-8266.

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Tree leaf with sooty mold photo by Michelle Riley

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HOME AND GARDEN: VEGAN VITTLES

HOME AND GARDEN: BITE ME!

Chocolate Chip Chickpea Cookie Dough

Chickpea and Wilted Kale Power Bowl

by Chris Pickens

by Kel Bulkowski

This chickpea and kale recipe is one I made up awhile back, when I was on a kale kick. It has quickly become a favorite among everyone in my house. It is super simple, good for you and full of flavor! As an added bonus, this recipe is vegan and glutenfree.

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1 can chickpeas 2 tablespoons date syrup 1/3 cup peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla Pinch of sea salt 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Strain and rinse the can of chickpeas. Combine all ingredients (except chocolate chips) into a food processor and blend until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips. Place into sealable container and store in refrigerator (if there is anything left!). Chris Pickens is a certified holistic nutrition coach, a health and wellness coach, a holistic health practitioner, and a holistic health coach. She has been a vegan since 2016. Pickens enjoys sharing her recipes, getting feedback (good or bad) on her recipes, getting requests for future recipes, and sharing information about veganism and why she became vegan. She can be contacted by e-mailing her at

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Cooking oil* 1/2 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 can chickpeas, rinsed 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette 1 bundle of kale, stems removed 2 cups quinoa

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Start by sautéing diced onion and garlic in cooking oil until tender and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Next, add chickpeas, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste, and half of the red wine vinaigrette. Once chickpeas are tender, slowly add kale and move it around in the pan until wilted. Serve on a bed of quinoa and top with the remainder of the red wine vinaigrette, enjoy! *Note: I like to use grapeseed oil, but feel free to use your favorite. Kel Bulkowski loves to create recipes influenced by dishes from around the world, with her favorites being Mediterranean and Asian. She also runs a small, local exotic animal rescue. She can be contacted at countingbluecars3@gmail.com or https://tinyurl.com/zwfzh3tr

momof4chris@gmail.com Please put “The Joy of Medina Attn: Chris” in the subject line.

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HEALTH: HEALTHY TRAILS

HEALTH: OF MIND AND BODY

Solving Smoothie Slip Ups

Disc Brake Maintenance

by Kelly Bailey

by Robert Soroky

It is summer and many people are looking for chilled ways to get healthy or lose weight. The question of smoothies frequently comes up because not all smoothies are created equal. Are smoothies healthy? Maybe. A simple smoothie, made with whole-food ingredients, a high-quality protein powder, lots of dark leafy greens, and low-glycemic fruits is a great option to increase health and possibly even lose weight. Smoothies also can be a great way to get more veggies, fruits and protein into your diet. The biggest mistakes I see with smoothies are adding fruits high in sugar and buying smoothies from a smoothie shop. Avoid adding too much high-sugar fruit like bananas, pineapple, and mango. I have seen people add all three to a single smoothie and drink it all. Would you eat all of that fruit in a single sitting if it were in its whole state? Probably not. But it is easy to drink it in a single sitting, and it packs a huge sugar punch. Smoothie shops also should be avoided. You might think you are doing yourself a healthy favor by drinking a smoothie from one of those smoothie places, but many of them are as high in calories (and higher in sugar) as a large burger! Be very careful about the smoothies you purchase from restaurants, and check the ingredients. This is my favorite summer green smoothie recipe:

Last month, maintenance of rim-style brakes on bikes was covered (https://bit.ly/3aBhbWZ). But what about those super fancy disc brakes that are all the rage? Is maintenance more complicated? The answer depends on whether the disc brake system is mechanical or hydraulic. Mechanical disc brakes are much like rim brakes in that they are cable actuated. This means there is a physical cable inside the brake housing that pulls on the brake calipers. Over time, these cables stretch out and have to be retightened. The method and tools used to re-tighten these cables, on both rim and mechanical disc brakes, are virtually identical. Disc brakes, however, often require a bit more finesse as the calipers and brake pads are significantly smaller. It takes a keen eye to see the narrow gaps between the pads and disc brake rotor and steady hands to ensure the rotor is perfectly centered between the pads. A hydraulic disc brake, by contrast, has mineral oil sealed tightly inside the brake housing instead of a cable. The beauty of this system is that since there is nothing to stretch within the housing, there is rarely a need to re-tighten the system, which means more maintenance-free riding. That said, hydraulic systems do have their own repair headaches, specifically when a brake housing gets pierced or split, allowing oil to leak out, or if an air bubble gets trapped in the housing. In these extreme cases, brake bleeds and system recalibrations are necessary, typically requiring the skills of an experienced bike mechanic. As for replacing the brake pads themselves, it is easy enough to pop out the old pads from each side of the caliper. Always take them with you when purchasing replacement pads to ensure the proper ones are purchased. In some cases, the pads, cabling and calipers are fine, but the disc rotor is bent. This will require a visit to a bike shop as this repair requires the use of a wheel truing stand to straighten the rotor. Regardless of the system, brakes are the primary safety element on a bicycle. It is crucial that those systems are installed and repaired correctly. If there are any doubts when adjusting or repairing a bike’s brakes, take it to a bike shop and defer to the professionals.

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1 orange, peeled 1 scoop vanilla protein powder Large handful of organic spinach 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Ice

Add all ingredients to a good blender and blend until smooth. Want extra fiber? Add half a green zucchini! Want the smoothie to be red instead of green? Add half of a peeled and chopped beet! If the smoothie needs sweetening, add a small touch of honey or maple syrup.

A certified personal trainer and certified holistic nutrition coach, Kelly Bailey owns and operates Kelly Bailey Wellness. Find her blog, visit the Food Freedom page, and contact her at https://www.kellybailey.fit/ Following any recommendations are solely at your discretion and responsibility. Consult your medical professional prior to undertaking any suggested diet, lifestyle or exercise change or routine.

Robert Soroky is a lifelong cyclist who regularly participates in long-distance charity rides and is the manager of the Century Cycles Medina location. Contact Soroky at robert@centurycycles.com to suggest column topics, for further information or to chat about bikes.

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COMMUNITY: IN DEED

For the Love of a Toy

by Amy Barnes It was a regular trip to the grocery store that was about to take a little bit of a different turn for Lauren and her daughter (last names withheld upon request). They were traveling past the toy section in the store and Lauren’s daughter asked for a stuffed animal. Lauren said no, wanting to stick to only the few things she had run into the store to grab. It was right about then that long-time Medina resident Mr. Mark crossed their path. “We were in that area arguing, when this super friendly guy came up and made small talk with me. He handed my daughter a $20 and told her to pick out whatever she wanted. We are really fortunate and not in need, so I insisted that he donate it to charity, but he said that this is charity, he doesn't have little ones of his own and he loves children. My heart absolutely melted! This world needs more men like "Mr. Mark"! He owns a company called Mark's Handy Services and he says he's been a Medina resident for ages,” according to Lauren. As a thank you to Mr. Mark for his good deed and his efforts to make the world a better place, he will be receiving a gift card to a local business from this magazine.

COMMUNITY

The Joy of Great Service Giving kudos to those who are providing great service at area businesses!

submitted by Kasey Simmons Shout out and thank you to the waitress at Pizza Hut in Wadsworth today (July 19, 2022)! My two children and I went in to eat at the buffet around 12:45 p.m. Meriki Mazur, the waitress, was running all around doing everything so I asked her if she was the only waitress. She said they had only two workers in the entire place. Mazur kept the buffet stocked with pizzas, tables cleared of plates, and drinks full the entire time we were there. She did not stop moving. When the people at the next table got their check, I heard them say, “You don’t tip when it’s a buffet, they didn’t take your order.” I have never worked as a server, but to me it appeared like she was doing more work because it was a buffet. Remember to tip at restaurants because this girl was really working for her money! Has an employee at a local store made your day? Gone that extra mile to help? Send your name, the employee’s name, place of employment, date of occurrence, and what made your experience special to Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com Recognition limited to those employed within Medina County.

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COMMUNITY: GEMS

Consignment Leads to New

clothes she was selling, even with adding $10, $5 and $1 racks in the back of the store.

Long knew it was not enough when someone was going through a rough patch, and she would find ways to get the While running her business, V’s Assignment and Consignment, needed items to help these individuals. on Pearl Road in Medina, Valeria Long saw there were people In 2019, she decided to start a nonprofit to help individuals who were having a hard time and were unable to afford the with their clothing and accessory needs and named it YAHAB, by Kent Von Der Vellen

an acronym: Y is for the years renewed, A is for accepting, H is for hope, A is for accord, and B is for buoy. Yahab 5010 Gateway Drive, Medina, Oh. 44256 Phone: 216-246-9500 Web address: Date of formation: 5/10/2019 Organization type: 501c3 Description of Organization’s Purpose: Caring for the needs of the poor in Medina and surrounding counties in Ohio Is the organization's registration status current? Yes The financial information below is from the organization’s most recent filing within the on-line system. If the items below are blank, the organization has not yet filed information on-line or they may be exempt from filing an annual report. Reporting Year: 2021 Reporting Start Date: 1/1/2021 Reporting End Date: 12/31/2021 Total Revenue: Total Expenses: Total Program Expenses: Percent of Total Expenses: Total Assets:

The plans for the nonprofit were accelerated when COVID hit in 2020 with the accompanying lockdowns. A consignment business like V’s has very low profit margins and depends heavily on in-person interactions. Long was forced to close the physical storefront and move her store online, until finally closing altogether on the first of July this year. With the closing of her store, Long still had high-end clothing and related accessories. She reached out to her business partners, and it was decided to move forward with YAHAB, using the store’s leftover inventory as a starting base. Long said that the community has been very receptive, and there is no shortage of clothing items and related accessories, as well as some light household items. YAHAB also shares indemand items with many other Medina-area community service organizations and churches. To qualify for help from YAHAB, people need to simply walk into the store at 5010 Gateway Drive, Medina, where they will be greeted as they enter. Volunteers learn about each customer and what they need and then assist with picking out clothes and accessories. Though mostly women come to YAHAB, the group helps men and children as well. Long said that the goal is to help people, give them hope and help with new opportunities. Many coming to YAHAB are preparing for an interview or starting a new job.

“I’m not interested in whether you’ve stood with the great; I’m interested in whether you’ve sat with the broken.” –Sue Fitzmaurice

YAHAB has outgrown its space, and needs a bigger and more affordable location, Long said. In addition to clothing, the group needs cash donations to cover overhead expenses like rent, utilities and paperwork. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3PRluwv or https://bit.ly/ 3PLKR2C Kent Von Der Vellen is a 20-year Medina resident. He has been a volunteer for various youth sports teams, is a member of the Medina Lions Club, and, with his wife, Kim, founded the Jakob F. Von Der Vellen Memorial Foundation. Contact Von Der Vellen by emailing Gems@BlakeHousePublishing.com or by calling 330-421-0863. Learn what other area nonprofits need by visiting Giving Hearts under the Help tab at https://www.joyofmedinacountymagazine.com/.

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COMMUNITY: LOVE DOVES

can both accept. Neither needs to be right all the time. Words can hurt, and words can heal. How can it be 50 Years? Saying, “I love you,” is powerful, so is saying, “I’m sorry.” Little things will irritate you. Things like leaving the cap off the Kicking off our new feature this month are some thoughts from toothpaste, the toilet paper coming over the top of the roll Lydia Wochna, of our first anniversary couple. Congratulations to rather than the bottom, clothes on the floor, makeup on the the Wochnas! bathroom sink, and ice cube trays never refilled. Do not let them get blown out of proportion. There may come by Lydia Wochna a day your spouse is no longer in your life. That is when you will pray for one more day and would be The concept of being married for 50 years absolutely amazes happy to find the toothpaste uncapped or the ice cube tray half me. empty. One more day to say, “I love you, you’re the best thing If you asked me how long I feel like we have been married, I that ever happened to me” or “Thank you for sharing my life.” would have to say we are celebrating our first anniversary. Do not wait, say it today while your mate is with you. Say it evWe married young. I was 18; Don was 21. Don asked me to ery day, and then live your life showing your spouse you mean marry him on our first date, and we were married 5 1/2 months it. later. Mother Theresa said, “Do the smallest of things with the greatOur marriage survived Don serving three tours of duty in Viet- est of love.” nam with the Navy and the loss of family members and friends. That is the secret to a happy marriage. Share the laughter and We went to undergraduate school and then through graduate the tears. Worries and burdens are easier to bear when carried or law school together. We started and ended careers, busion two sets of shoulders. nesses and then new careers together. We supported each other Difficult times will come as surely as the night. When the world through sickness, health and life-threatening illnesses. We also feels like it is too much to deal with, seek the shelter of your found God together after being away from church for 45 years. partner. Be there for them, shelter, and protect them when they What surprises people is that we have never had a fight in all need every ounce of your strength just to make it through the this time. Don will tell you it is because he is an easy person to rest of the day. Be joyous when life goes well. be married to. The reality is that I am married to my best friend. Each day is a new adventure. When something wonderful happens, we cannot wait to share Love fiercely and disagree gently. it. When times are tough, we cling to each other and gather Remember, it is the two of you against the world. Absolutely strength to survive it together. no one has the right to interfere with that, not parents, children, People ask how we do it. There is no single answer. Respect is jobs, or friends. Face the world as a united front, but do it with a big part of it. patience and love. We say, “Treat your spouse at least as well as you would treat Hold hands every chance you get; there is magic in the touch a stranger on a bus.” of two lovers. Be the person each of you fell in love with. You Treat your spouse with love and kindness, show that your each worked to earn that love, spend your lifetime working to wedding vows really mean something to you. keep that love special and new. When something is bothering you, talk it out, but wait until Look for the best in each other, not the worst. you are not so angry. Most importantly, always be best friends. Ask yourself, “How important will this be in half an hour, two That is how you have a happy marriage that lasts 50 years. hours from now, next week, or five years from now?” If it will be unimportant in half an hour, let it go. If it will be important next week, talk about it calmly. If it still will be imporFor details on how to submit an anniversary for “Love Doves,” go tant five years from now, talk about it calmly, a lot. to https://bit.ly/3aqaarB The key is to discuss, compromise and create a solution you

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Wochna Don and Lydia Wochna Married 50 years Wedding date: August 12, 1972 Married in Lakehurst, New Jersey Currently residing in Hinckley photo by Sandy Millar

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ENTERTAINMENT: GETTING REEL

One Sings, Two Flop by Amy Barnes Movie: “Where the Crawdads Sing” Seen: theater Rating (out of 5 possible):

This is a beautiful movie full of gorgeous flora and fauna and a gentle love story, but it is no lighthearted tale. Be aware that scenes of violence, abuse, child abandonment, and sexual assault are very realistic and may be triggering. However, they are important, integral parts of the story. One part of the story that is never fully developed has to do with plans to drain the marsh and develop the land. Without giving away too much, while Kya tries to save the land, a savvy developer would have already taken ownership. If you are used to movies with lots of action and explosions, this movie’s pace may seem slow. However, it is perfect for the feel and pace of life of the story’s setting. In our current time of property often being looked at as little more than an investment, the audience needs time to understand why Kya so fiercely wants to remain in her beloved marsh. The reported few variances from the bestselling novel are rather insignificant. This movie is able to stand strongly on its own. The ending scenes are sad; beautiful; and, in some ways, cause for lengthy discussion. You will want to see this one with someone you can talk to about it afterward. Oh, and just in case you are still wondering, no, crawdads do not actually sing. Movie: “Thor: Love and Thunder” Seen: theater Rating (out of 5 possible): The half bird rating is generous and devoting more words to reviewing this movie is extremely generous. This is the first movie in a very long time that I almost walked out of. I generally enjoy, even love, Marvel and DC movies, but this is one of the worst movies I have ever seen. The wooden, flat characters come across as awkward caricatures; the meandering story seems surprised and then bored at its own ending; and Thor is over-the-top flippant. In the brief cameo by the Guardians of the Galaxy, even they seemed confused as to what to do or why they were there. Throughout the movie, Thor’s attitude was excruciatingly condescending. “Oh, ho hum, I will take my big ego and my big ax and do something to save lesser beings.” Gee, thanks. The full back nudity of Chris Hemsworth in one scene seemed thrown in as an extremely poor effort to distract from how awful this movie is. Another awful recent release, “The Lost City,” also threw in full back nudity (see review below).

News flash, Hollywood, it does not work. The battle with Zeus was pitiful, and, like the rest of the movie, it fell flat. Even the lightning bolt Zeus wielded looked cheap. The only somewhat interesting characters were the son of Heimdall, who was the Asgard Bifrost Bridge guardian, and Jane. But they cannot carry the movie. Come on, Marvel, you can do better than this. Good grief. I hope more of this low-caliber work is not what we have to look forward to with the absence of Stan Lee. If you think you have nothing else better to do, believe me, you do. Trigger warning: There is a big battle with children cheering for their heroes from their bedroom windows. Meanwhile, the shadows behind them come to life as horrid monsters that kidnap them. The children are enclosed en masse in a cage made of another shadow monster and placed on an asteroid to await rescue from vague threats. Movie: “The Lost City” Seen: theater Rating (out of 5 possible):

At least this movie did have a few scattered moments of actual humor, such as when Sandra Bullock’s character, Loretta Sage, asks Brad Pitt’s character, Jack Trainer, why he is so handsome. Most of the movie was rather trite and ho-hum, such as having Sage run through the jungle in a sparkly, pink jumpsuit. The more time in the jungle, the smaller the jumpsuit gets. As in “Thor,” full back nudity is used to try to distract from a bad movie. This time it was Channing Tatum’s character, Alan. Sage squeamishly pulls leeches from various places on Alan’s body as he screams, whimpers and begs for help There are a couple of disjointed love stories, one that is expected and one that attempts to be beautiful but seems like a last-minute creation because they desperately needed an excuse to close Alan and Sage in a coffin and an explanation for the Crown of Fire. Trigger warning: One of my biggest objections to this movie is the startling, very bloody scene fairly early in the movie where Trainer’s head violently explodes when shot. It is even more startling because it happens during a tender scene between Trainer and Sage. That would be OK as part of an action movie, but this is a lighthearted romantic comedy, and it was terribly misplaced. It seemed like a desperate addition to either clear the field for Dash or a movie crew member found a bucket of fake blood leftover from an action movie and said, “Hey, let’s throw this in!” Spoiler alert: In a scene hidden mid-credits, the directors try to redeem themselves by having Trainer come back with the claim that he is fine without the brain matter he lost, based on the myth that humans use only 10 percent of their brains. If you watch with very low expectations and are distracted by being on your first date, this movie may work for you.

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This month’s clue: Two ingredients in both recipes last month. Last month’s answer: “Star Trek,” “Entertainment: Fun and Games, Strange New Worlds,” Page 27, June 2022

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August 2022 Nonprofit Calendar N Monday, August 1

Picnic on the Patio, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina. Lunch, entertainment. Open to everyone. Senior citizens, 60 and older, $4; everyone else, $5. Medina’s Largest Water Balloon Fundraising Event, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Living Hope Church, Pavilion 3 Cobblestone Park, 4765 Cobblestone Drive, Medina. Funds being raised for water filters for those in countries where clean water is not available. One filter lasts 10 years and can filter 200 gallons a day. Pre-register at https://bit.ly/3PCssph August First Friday: Up, Up, and Away!, Meeting Rooms A and B, Tuesday, August 2 Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. National Coloring Book Day Medina County Fair, runs through August 7. Today is Senior Citizens Day, Cool Beans Family Movie Night on the Square, 8:30 p.m., Uptown Park, Medina Public Square, Medina. “Encanto” will be showing. Bring blankets, free admission for all senior citizens. Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show, 10:30 a.m., Brunswick Library, chairs. Popcorn, drinks and candy will be available in the gazebo. Free event. 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Drum Group, 11 a.m., Community Room A, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street. Learn to use rhythm and music to celebrate community Saturday, August 6 National Root Beer Float Day A day we can get behind! and life. Register at https://bit.ly/3PBhKiW Create! Rock Wrapping, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Medina County Fair, runs through August 7. Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register at https://bit.ly/ A Healthy Dose of Nature: Hiking Series, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Vigorous 3- to 5-mile hike 3vlzVkF WCTV Foundation, Inc.: Do Good With Chipotle, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., 990 with naturalist, dress for weather, wear appropriate footwear, bring own High Street, Suite C, Wadsworth. Donation to foundation is 33 percent of all water. Ages 10 and up. No registration, free. sales. Order online for pickup using code NGAW6ZP or show flyer in Kids’ Yoga in the Garden, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Medina County Community Garden, 302 E. Liberty Street, Medina. Parents required to restaurant. Flyer and more information at https://chip.tl/3z3e7wd remain. For children ages 5 and older. No charge, but donations gratefully accepted. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3OuxW54 Wednesday, August 3 National Grab Some Nuts Day https://bit.ly/3vcOu9Y We reserve Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Ages 18 and up. comment. Medina County Fair, runs through August 7. Today is Youth Day, free Register for five-week session at https://bit.ly/3OGYaR5 Northern Ohio Railway Museum Streetcar Rides, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5515 admission for all kids up to 11 years old. Ride wristbands, $13 each. Nature Explorers: Creek Critters, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Letha House Park Buffham Road, Seville. Every Saturday through September 24. Guided East, 5745 Richman Road, Spencer. Drop-off program. Wade through creek walking tours of collection of more than 40 streetcars, interurbans and rapid and search for critters. Completely outdoors, dress for weather. Call transit cars. Tours are every hour on the half hour and take 30 minutes. Second and fourth Saturdays, weather permitting, also rides on a 1914 330-722-9364 to check for openings. Berenstain Bears Matinee Fun, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Community Room, trolley car, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Admission to museum is free. Tickets are good Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Enjoy matinee, popcorn and for all day riding. Trolley rides are $4 for adults and children 13 years old and up; $2 for children 6 to 12; and no charge for children 5 and younger. http:// coloring activity afterward. South Town Cruise-In, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Habitat for Humanity parking lot, www.trainweb.org/norm/ 233 Lafayette Road, Medina. Wednesdays through October 12, 2022. Open Under the Sea Party, 10:30 a.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Meet Ariel and Moana. Games, crafts, more. All ages. to all antique, classic or collectible cars. Weather permitting. Free. Access the Arts: Mark Leach, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 1322 Sharon Copley Knitted Washcloth, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Community Room, Lodi Road, Sharon Center. Nashville recording artist performs. Rain location: Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Register at https://bit.ly/3cG45Iy Spring Grove Historical Walk, 1 p.m., Spring Grove Cemetery Chapel, 775 Sharon Center Town Hall, 6449 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Chippewa Lake Water Skiing Team, 7 p.m., 3196 Clark Mill Road, Norton. E. Washington St., Medina. Family friendly, stroller and wheelchair Shows are free for the audience and serve as practice sessions for the team accessible. Presentations by Friends of the Cemetery and genealogy in getting ready for competitions. Donations toward costumes, cost of experts. Free. Gather at chapel. ORMACO Jazz Under the Stars: Akin for Jazz, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Uptown competing are gratefully accepted. Park, Medina Public Square. Rain location: United Church of Christ, 217 E. Liberty Street, Medina. Free, but donations gratefully accepted. For more Thursday, August 4 information, go to https://tinyurl.com/bdfbk3v8 or call 419-853-6016. National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day Medina County Fair, runs through August 7. Camp Wired: Create a Restaurant Menu, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Computer Sunday, August 7 Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Make up a restaurant Well, this will stand out! National Lighthouse Day Medina County Fair, final day. Today is First Responders’ Day: free name, create a menu. Fair Honors Ensembles, noon to 2 p.m., Community Center, Medina admission for all police, fire, EMT with ID. It also is Sensory Day: noon to 2 County Fairgrounds, 735 W. Smith Road, Medina. Also entrance on p.m., no loud music or lights on rides for those with disabilities. Lafayette Road. Students are selected for membership by ability. Includes American Red Cross Blood Drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 400 N. Broadway Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg band, orchestra and choirs. Under the Sea Putt-Putt, 1:30 p.m., Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Monday Movie Matinee: “American Underdog,” 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Meeting Rooms A and B, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Free. Play library style. Bring putter if you have one. All ages with adult. Tyler Reid Band Country Concert Benefiting the Inclusive Playground, John Smart House Open House, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 206 N. Elmwood Street, 7 p.m., Mapleside Farms, 294 Pearl Road, Brunswick. The playground is Medina. Self-guided tour with docents stationed throughout to answer being built so it will be possible for individuals with special needs to enjoy questions and provide information. Admission is $5 adults, $4 for historical society members and senior citizens, $3 for ages 7 to 18, no charge for playing on a playground. Bring own lawn chair. Tickets at the gate: $15. children less than 7 with hand-holding adult. COVID protocols will be followed. Friday, August 5 ORMACO Sunday Live at the Library: Erin Nicole Neal, Gospel Music; National Underwear Day Celebrate and wear a pair! 2 p.m.; Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Discussion of the Medina County Fair, runs through August 7. history of gospel music, its development, its influence on culture, its American Red Cross Blood Drive, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Medina Hospital, importance in movements (such as civil rights). Free. Reservations 1000 E. Washington Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg recommended due to limited space. Call 419-853-6016 for reservations. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Mark Church, Unmasking the Mantid, 2 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge 1330 N. Carpenter Street, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Road, Wadsworth. Praying mantis or preying mantis? Search for mantids along the trail and learn about their life cycles. All ages. National Mahjong Day Medina County Fair begins, runs through August 7. Today is Veteran’s Day, free admission for all veterans. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 9 a.m.. to 3 p.m., Cleveland Clinic Family Health Center Brunswick, 3574 Center Road, Brunswick. https:// rcblood.org/32i1sbg

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Monday, August 8

National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day and National Tarantula Appreciation Day Celebrate both! If your neighbor gives you zucchini, you can give them a tarantula! And then you both can celebrate National Boundaries Awareness Day! American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Create Your Zen Garden, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Community Room B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Make miniature Zen garden to relieve back-to-stress and learn mindfulness tips and tricks. Bring rocks, shells, crystals or use some of the library’s.

Tuesday, August 9

National Book Lovers Day Senior Strides, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Green Leaf Park, 1674 S. Medina Line Road, Medina. For senior citizens ages 55 and older. Aim is to build a support system for those who would like to hike but do not have anyone to hike with. Casual 1- to 2-mile walk led by retired nurse/park volunteer. Dress for weather and wear appropriate footwear. Knitting and Crocheting Circle, 10 a.m. to noon., Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Beginners welcome. Making Warm Up Medina County donations. Altered Art, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Use imagination to add to pre-painted art piece. Teens only. Register at https://bit.ly/3PBOhVY

Wednesday, August 10

National S’Mores Day and National Shapewear Day Yep, celebrated on the same day! Natural Discoveries, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park, 4985 Windfall Road, Medina. Explore habitat and adaptations of American mink. Counts toward Natural Discoveries award. Ages 7 to adult. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3egtk1S Ask an Attorney Medina, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina. Call 330-723-9514 to schedule 20-minute appointment to ask questions. South Town Cruise-In, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Habitat for Humanity parking lot, 233 Lafayette Road, Medina. Wednesdays through October 12, 2022. Open to all antique, classic or collectible cars. Weather permitting. Free. Knowing Your Hindu Neighbor, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sycamore Rooms North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Chippewa Lake Water Skiing Team, 7 p.m., 3196 Clark Mill Road, Norton. Shows are free for the audience and serve as practice sessions for the team in getting ready for competitions. Donations toward costumes, cost of competing are gratefully accepted.

Thursday, August 11

National Sons and Daughters Day 12th Annual Lego Competition Exhibit, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Meeting Rooms and B, Wadsworth Library 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Vote for favorite Lego-building contest entry. Introduction to Mindfulness Mediation, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Part of six-week program. Register at https://bit.ly/3S5o6bY Camp Wired: Decades Timeline, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Create timeline to highlight culture, places, people of your chosen decade. Leo’s Jolly Jammers Jam Session, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina. Wonderful World of Bubbles, 1:30 p.m., Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Indoor show with the Bubble Lady. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., St. Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Made in Medina County, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., 3M, 1030 Lake Road, Medina. Learn what is locally manufactured, bring team to participate in scavenger hunt or putter competition; launch paper airplanes; launch marshmallows, more. Register at https://bit.ly/3NOTo3A Forest Therapy Walk, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Schleman Nature Preserve, 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina. Relaxed sensory experience forest therapy walk. Goal is to sense, embody, appreciate relationship with natural world. Led by Jason of Whisper Shifter. Ages 5 and up. Register at https:// bit.ly/3OwYTnC Slo Roll: Brunswick Lake and Plum Creek Greenway, 6:30 p.m., Chippewa Rail Trail, Chippewa Road east of Lake Road. Guided ride with Bike Medina County. Younger than 16 must be accompanied by parent. Helmets required. Water bottle suggested. Bikes must be equipped with blinking white front lights and red back lights. Assemble at 6:15 p.m., ride starts 6:30 p.m.

Friday, August 12

National Vinyl Record Day Leo’s Jolly Jammers Concert, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina. Wine in the Woods Wine Tasting, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Camp Paradise, 4283 Paradise Road, Seville. Benefits The Society. Tickets are $25 each. To register, go to https://tinyurl.com/5cv3p7xk LEGO Bricks on the Lawn, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Play with LEGOs on library lawn. Kindermusik, 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Move and groove. Siblings welcome. Bluegrass Jam and Spaghetti Dinner, 5:30 p.m. till ?, Lafayette United Methodist Church, 6201 Lafayette Road, Medina. Kitchen opens at 5:30

A list of art shows in Medina County. To have a show listed, send the information to joy@blakehousepublishing.com at least two months in advance. There is no such thing as too early, but there is too late.

Brad Rice: Watercolor Florals through August 31, 2022 Lodi Library 635 Wooster Street, Lodi Interlaced Art August 1 through 28, 2022 Women in Art works in variety of mediums B. Smith Gallery Third Floor, Medina Library 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina Highland High School Alumnae Art Show August 13 through 27, 2022 Open to all alumnae entries Highland Library 4160 Ridge Road, Medina photo by Tejas Prajapati p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. Benefits local family. Donation admission $3, dinner is additional donation request. Bring favorite dessert to share. Bluegrass/country bands welcome, arrive early to be scheduled.

Saturday, August 13

National Bowling Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Mark Church, 1330 N. Carpenter Street, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Northern Ohio Railway Museum Streetcar Rides, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5515 Buffham Road, Seville. Every Saturday through September 24. Guided walking tours of collection of more than 40 streetcars, interurbans and rapid transit cars. Tours are every hour on the half hour and take 30 minutes. Second and fourth Saturdays, weather permitting, also rides on a 1914 trolley car, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Admission to museum is free. Tickets are good for all day riding. Trolley rides are $4 for adults and children 13 years old and up; $2 for children 6 to 12; and no charge for children 5 and younger. http:// www.trainweb.org/norm/ Kindermusik, 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Move and groove. Siblings welcome. Vole and Troll Puppet Show, 10:30 a.m., Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Fairy tale puppet show. All ages. EVENT IS FULL. Lovable Bugs, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Bruswick. Learn about the diversity of insects and the purpose of each.

Sunday, August 14

National Creamsicle Day Yaaaaayyyy!!! Affair on the Square, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Uptown Park, Medina Public Square. Food, music, 140 makers of handmade crafts. Lovable Bugs, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Bruswick. Learn about the diversity of insects and the purpose of each. Rocket Into Scouting!, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Granger United Methodist Church, 1235 Granger Road, Medina. Design, build, launch rocket. Meet local Cub Scouts, grades kindergarten through fifth. Free. Register at https://bit.ly/ 3PvT9ft ORMACO Sunday Concerts in the Country: Pitch Blend Barbershop Quartet, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., HeARTland, 8187 Camp Road, Homerville. Traditional, doo-wop, more. Rain location: Homerville United Methodist Church, 9097 Spencer Road, Homerville. For more information, call 419-853-6016. Greeting Cards and Local History, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Weymouth Preservation Society, 3314 Myers Road, Medina. Cards from the 19th and early 20th centuries, photos, artifacts on display from Weymouth and Medina Township history. Contact Scott Benson, 440-567-9089, for more information. Natural Discoveries Hiking Series: Camouflage, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Road, Wadsworth. Explore habitat and adaptations of animals using camouflage. Counts toward Natural

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Brunswick 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays, June 12 through October 2 Produce, consumables and crafts July 24: Christmas in July September 11: Butterfly release October 2: Canine Costume Contest Heritage Farm, 4613 Laurel Road, Brunswick Call 330-441-0292 for more information. Medina 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, May 7 through October 29 Produce, consumables, crafts, knife sharpening Cornerstone Chapel 3939 Granger Road, Medina Enter lot from Weymouth Road Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3MQSaFJ 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, May 14 through October 15 Produce and consumables Medina Public Square Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3vLZY2W Seville 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, May 28 through September 24 Produce, consumables and crafts Gazebo at Maria Stanhope Park, 73 W. Main Street, Seville Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3I5Az9l Wadsworth 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, June 11 through September 24 Produce, consumables and crafts Central Intermediate School, 151 Main Street, Wadsworth Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3r8trRd

Discoveries award. Ages 7 to adult. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/ 3egtk1S

Monday, August 15

National Relaxation Day Library Card 101, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Learn all of the benefits that come with having a library card. Register at https://bit.ly/3J0nEYr

Tuesday, August 16

National I Love My Feet Day We think the fewer the questions the better! Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wadsworth YMCA, 623 School Drive, Wadsworth https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg South Town Cruise-In, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Habitat for Humanity parking lot, 233 Lafayette Road, Medina. Wednesdays through October 12, 2022. Open to all antique, classic or collectible cars. Weather permitting. Free. PC Tips Every User Should Know, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn basic tasks on Windows and internet. Hands-on class. Register at https:// bit.ly/3bf5x4j Access the Arts: Yankee Bravo, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 1322 Sharon Copley Road, Sharon Center. Roots/rock/folk band performs. Rain location: Sharon Center Town Hall, 6449 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Chippewa Lake Water Skiing Team, 7 p.m., 3196 Clark Mill Road, Norton. Shows are free for the audience and serve as practice sessions for the team in getting ready for competitions. Donations toward costumes, cost of competing are gratefully accepted.

Thursday, August 18

Bad Poetry Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Camp Wired: “Jeopardy,” 10:30 a.m. to noon, Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Break into teams for quiz competition of general computer knowledge clues in the forms of answers. Responses must be in the form of a question. Win the Camp Jeopardy Bragging Rights championship. Alphabet Adventure: U is for Underground, 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2bxkb5nz

Friday, August 19

National Bow Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Picnic on the Patio, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina. Lunch, entertainment. Open to everyone. Senior citizens, 60 and older, $4; everyone else, $5. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina. https://rcblood.org/ 32i1sbg

Saturday, August 20

World Honey Bee Day A great day to visit the live bee hive in the Children’s Department at Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Kids’ Yoga in the Garden, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Medina County Community Garden, 302 E. Liberty Street, Medina. Parents required to remain. For children ages 5 and older. No charge, but donations gratefully accepted. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3OuxW54 American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hinckley Fire Department, 1616 Ridge Road, Hinckley. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg OHPA Bird Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Community Center, Medina County Fairgrounds, 735 Lafayette Road, Medina. Benefits parrot rescue organization. Everything needed for pet birds, including birds. Raffles, behavior consults. Admission $5; kids 12 and younger, no admission charge. Northern Ohio Railway Museum Streetcar Rides, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5515 Buffham Road, Seville. Every Saturday through September 24. Guided walking tours of collection of more than 40 streetcars, interurbans and rapid transit cars. Tours are every hour on the half hour and take 30 minutes. Second and fourth Saturdays, weather permitting, also rides on a 1914 trolley car, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Admission to museum is free. Tickets are good for all day riding. Trolley rides are $4 for adults and children 13 years old and up; $2 for children 6 to 12; and no charge for children 5 and younger. http:// www.trainweb.org/norm/ Lovable Bugs, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Bruswick. Learn about the diversity of insects and the purpose of each. Starry, Starry Nights at Letha House with Medina County Park District and Cuyahoga Astronomical Association, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., Letha House Park Lodge (West), 5800 Richman Road, Chatham Township. Use association telescopes to view deep-sky objects, observatory open. Questions welcomed. Association members available one hour before program to help teach visitors how to use their own telescopes. All ages. Free. Cancellation only if severe thunderstorms.

National Airborne Day Which well may be observed when you also celebrate National Roller Coaster Day! Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Afternoon Movie: “A Brilliant Young Mind,” 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Sycamore Rooms North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Northside Christian Church, 7615 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg DIY Paper, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Learn how to recycle newspapers and scraps into useable paper. Adults. Register at https://bit.ly/3Q2YCu3 Tech Gadgets to Make Your Life Easier, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Community Room B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn about user-friendly household gadgets to make your life easier and get to play with Sunday, August 21 National Dreams are Possible Day We like this one! Make someone’s them. Register at https://bit.ly/3oC4QoO dream come true today!

Wednesday, August 17

Joy of Medina County Magazine | August 2022 Multi-Vendor Plant Sale, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 9259 Zimmerman Road, Homerville. Benefits Whispering Grace Horses. Plants, pottery, jewelry, crafts, vegetables, more. All pre-sale proceeds donated. Tickets 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. are $10. Free entry 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For pre-sale tickets, contact Nicole, nfox218@yahoo.com Lovable Bugs, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Bruswick. Learn about the diversity of insects and the purpose of each. McDowell-Phillips House Museum Open House Tours, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 205 S. Prospect Street, Medina. Tours will be of eight to 10 people, starting every 20 minutes. First come, first served. No parking allowed on Blake Street. Admission is $10 adults, $9 historical society members and senior citizens, $7 for 7 to 18 years old, and no charge for those younger than 7 years old with hand-holding adult. COVID protocols will be followed.

Monday, August 22

Be an Angel Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Medina Fire Station 1, 300 W. Reagan Parkway, Medina https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., First Congregational Church, 114 Church Street, Lodi. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg 10 Ways to Reduce Your Exposures to Common Toxins, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sycamore Rooms North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Common sources of toxin exposure and ways to lessen exposure.

Tuesday, August 23

Ride Like the Wind Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Knitting and Crocheting Circle, 10 a.m. to noon., Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Beginners welcome. Making Warm Up Medina County donations. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., The Chapel Wadsworth Campus, 1391 State Road, Wadsworth https://rcblood.org/ 32i1sbg Otaku Tuesdays, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. A discussion of all things anime, for Grades 6 through 12. Do geekcrafts, learn about Japanese culture, cosplay welcome! Register at https://bit.ly/3Jbo1zi

Wednesday, August 24

National Waffle Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Root Candles, 640 Liberty Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Life-Sized Game Day, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Play life-sized versions of games. Grades 6 through 12. South Town Cruise-In, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Habitat for Humanity parking lot, 233 Lafayette Road, Medina. Wednesdays through October 12, 2022. Open to all antique, classic or collectible cars. Weather permitting. Free. MCDL Archives for Local and Family History, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Community Room A, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn how to use digital archives, search historic newspapers, discover forgotten stories. Virtual option available. For more information, contact Stephanie at 330-725-0588. Register at https://bit.ly/3zDbTUJ Chippewa Lake Water Skiing Team, 7 p.m., 3196 Clark Mill Road, Norton. Shows are free for the audience and serve as practice sessions for the team in getting ready for competitions. Donations toward costumes, cost of competing are gratefully accepted.

Thursday, August 25

National Park Service Founders Day Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Camp Wired: Time to Buy a New Phone or Computer?, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Options to buying new and upgrading discussed. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Made in Medina County, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Westfield Bank, 4940 Enterprise Parkway, Seville. Learn what is locally manufactured, bring team to participate in scavenger hunt or putter competition; launch paper airplanes; launch marshmallows, more. Register at https://bit.ly/3NV97xL Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Community Room B, Medina Library. Learn how to play. Register at https:// bit.ly/3Q0b8dH Planting for Butterflies and Pollinators, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://bit.ly/ 3zhiLp8 Forest Therapy Walk, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Schleman Nature Preserve, 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina. Relaxed sensory experience forest therapy walk. Goal is to sense, embody, appreciate relationship with natural world. Led by Jason of Whisper Shifter. Ages 5 and up. Register at https:// bit.ly/3zsx77I

A list of golf outings that benefit area non-profit organizations. To have your golf outing listed, send the information to joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com at least two months in advance. There is no such thing as too early, but there is too late. Contact the hosting golf course for pricing, registration and sponsorships. Fox Meadow Country Club 4260 Fox Meadow Drive, Medina 330-723-4653 Hinckley Hills Golf Course 300 State Road, Hinckley 330-278-4861 Pine Valley Golf Club 469 Reimer Road, Wadsworth 330-335-3375 Rawiga Golf and Swim Club 10353 Rawiga Road, Seville 330-336-8809 Shale Creek Golf Course 5420 Wolff Road, Medina 330-723-8774 Westfield Country Club 6600 Greenwich Road Westfield Center, Oh. 44251 330-887-0391 Weymouth Country Club 3946 Weymouth Road, Medina 330-725-6297

Monday, August 1

Greater Medina Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing 10 a.m. Westfield Country Club

Saturday, August 20

Medina County Republican Party Golf Outing 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pine Valley Golf Club

Friday, August 26

JFR Annual Golf Classic 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Hinckley Hills Golf Course

Monday, September 19 The Trinity Rose Foundation 16th Annual Golf Outing 9:30 a.m. Weymouth Country Club

Monday, September 26

The Society’s 10th Annual Golf Outing 10 a.m. Shale Creek Golf Club https://tinyurl.com/5y37zkrn 2nd Annual Bill Harrington Memorial Golf Outing 11 a.m. Benefits: Habitat for Humanity Weymouth Country Club 2022 Sandler Training Charity Golf Outing 12:30 p.m. Benefits: Operation New Uniform for Veterans Fox Meadow Country Club http://tinyurl.com/bdh2akhh

Monday, August 8

Wadsworth Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing 9 a.m. Rawiga Golf Club

Slo Roll: Buckeye Library, 6:30 p.m., 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Guided ride with Bike Medina County. East Buckeye Loop road ride, 7-mile ride. Younger than 16 must be accompanied by parent. Helmets required. Water bottle suggested. Bikes must be equipped with blinking white front lights and red back lights. Assemble at 6:15 p.m., ride starts 6:30 p.m. Ages 12 and up. It's a Bird’s World: Mary Lou Jubin; 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Hammered dulcimer and photographer shares musical photo adventure.

Friday, August 26

National Spark the World Day https://bit.ly/3BempTq Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Drive-In Story Time, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. No restroom access until 10 a.m. when library opens. Relax in comfort of car and enjoy pre-opening time story time. Register at https:// bit.ly/3Jc9i7k Silver Strings Ukulele Concert, 11 a.m. to noon, Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina.

Saturday, August 27

National Just Because Day Paddle the Parks, 7:30 a.m., Chippewa Lake boat ramp, 7830 Westfield Landing Road, Medina. Naturalist-led paddle to explore seasonal

Joy of Medina County Magazine | August 2022 ORMACO Jazz Under the Stars: Ryun Louie Ensemble, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Uptown Park, Medina Public Square. Rain location: United Church of Christ, 217 E. Liberty Street, Medina. Free, but donations gratefully accepted. For more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/4spe77k8 or call 419-853-6016.

Sunday, August 28 A list of runs and walks that benefit area non-profit organizations. To have your run listed, send the information to joy@blakehousepublishing.com at least two months in advance. There is no such thing as too early, but there is too late.

Friday, August 5

Collin Cares Glow With the Flow Twilight Run 5k, 1-Mile, 8:15 p.m. kids run/walk starts, 8:45 p.m. adult fun/run begins.Root Middle School, 333 W. Sturbridge, Medina. All runs and walks end at 11 p.m. Features lights, music and a disco ball. Benefits Collin Cares Cure Cancer. For more information about the nonprofit, go to https:// bit.ly/3avScEc More information, registration and fees can be found at https://bit.ly/ 3t0DLy7

Sunday, September 11

Tunnel to Towers 5k Run and Walk 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Public Square, Medina. Benefits Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation. For more information: http:// tinyurl.com/3zaewxmk

Saturday, September 17

Un Run, 1 p.m. at Sully’s Irish Pub, 117 W. Liberty Street, Medina; 3 p.m. at Lager Heads Brewing Company and Tap Room, 325 W. Smith Road, Medina. Benefits Medina County Library District. Half-mile trek, free beer and Saturday, August 27 Race for Glory 5k Run and Walk, 8 snacks, medal at finish line. To register and for more information, a.m. registration, 9 a.m. start, Buckeye Woods, 6335 Wedgewood go to https://bit.ly/3cAe9mr Road, Medina. Benefits The Society and Special Olympics Ohio. More It’s a Fair Day to Run, 9 a.m., 1 information, registration and fees mile and 5K, 720 W. Smith, Medina. can be found at https:// For more information and tinyurl.com/38th5nyf registration, go to https:// tinyurl.com/k2dsfm63

Saturday, September 10

The Amazing Race, hosted by the Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance. For more details, go to http://tinyurl.com/ycx5p2ne

Sunday, September 11 through Sunday, October 16, 2022

Healthy Kids Running Series: Brunswick, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Heritage Farm, 4613 Laurel Road, Brunswick. Each run has a variety of distances. For fees, registration and more information, go to https://bit.ly/3tWhiCi

Sunday, September 18

Harvest Walk and 5K Run, 7:30 a.m. registration and check-in, 9 a.m. kick-off, Mapleside Farms, Brunswick. Benefits the Kidney Foundation of Ohio, Inc. Awards ceremony. For more information, fees and registration, go to https:// tinyurl.com/2p9yyuyv Race with Grace, 9 a.m., Cleveland Clinic Medina Hospital, 1000 E. Washington Street, Medina. For more information, fees and registration, go to http:// tinyurl.com/26429ux9

happenings. Bring own kayak, canoe or SUP; paddle; flotation device. All ages. Register at https://bit.ly/3J4h8zR Self-Guided Moth Meander, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday through August 27, Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Wadsworth. Learn about and look for moths. Signs along paved Wetland Loop and Pine Forest Loop guide your search. All ages. Touch-A-Truck, 10 a.m. to noon, Discover Church, 1825 Reimer Road, Wadsworth. All ages invited to touch and explore wide range of vehicles. Free hot dogs, chips and drink. Free event. Northern Ohio Railway Museum Streetcar Rides, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5515 Buffham Road, Seville. Every Saturday through September 24. Guided walking tours of collection of more than 40 streetcars, interurbans and rapid transit cars. Tours are every hour on the half hour and take 30 minutes. Second and fourth Saturdays, weather permitting, also rides on a 1914 trolley car, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Admission to museum is free. Tickets are good for all day riding. Trolley rides are $4 for adults and children 13 years old and up; $2 for children 6 to 12; and no charge for children 5 and younger. http:// www.trainweb.org/norm/ Discovery Drop-In: Summer Wildflowers and Insects, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park, 4985 Windfall Road, Medina. Drop in any time. Naturalist available with bug jars, supplies and to answer questions. 16th Annual Raising the Roof, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. VIP reception, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. general admission, Weymouth Country Club, 3946 Weymouth Road, Medina. Benefits Medina Creative Housing. Auctions, music, skit, plated dinner. VIP reception, $1,500. For more information and to register, go to https://bit.ly/3IZN1tr or email nschachinger@medinacreativehousing.com

National Bow Tie Day ORMACO Bus Trip, 9 a.m. departure from Buehler’s River Styx, 3626 Medina Road, Medina. Lunch at the Maumee Bay Brewing Company craft brewery, followed by a docent-led private tour of the Toledo Museum of Art at 1 p.m. Board the bus at 4 p.m. for a wine-and-cheese party with chocolates for the return trip to Medina, arriving at 6 p.m. Cost is $105, allinclusive. To book tickets, call 419-853-6016 or go to https://bit.ly/3LH6rnu Orienteering for Beginners, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Allardale Park, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. Learn how to navigate using a compass and topographic map with the Northeast Ohio Orienteering Club. Lecture, guided map hike, short orienteering on your own. Fee is $15 per person or group. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. with instructions beginning at 11 a.m. Children under 16 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information, call 216-285-0627 or visit https://neooc.com/ Natural Discoveries Hiking Series: Sounds of Summer, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Letha House Lodge (West), 5800 Richman Road, Chatham Township. Learn which insects are making what sounds. Counts toward Natural Discoveries award. Ages 7 to adult. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3egtk1S

Monday, August 29

International Bat Night Mindful Monday, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sycamore Room South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Inspire calm in your life. Register at https://bit.ly/3vhx9fV Create Your Own Sand Art Terrarium, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://bit.ly/ 3PWf9Ap Introduction to New Online Catalog, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Live demonstration of new website, opportunity to navigate it, ask questions. Adult program.

Tuesday, August 30

National Beach Day After School Meet and Greet, 2:20 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sycamore Rooms North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Enjoy pizza, meet librarians, learn how library can help, hang out with peers. Teens Grades 9 through 12. Navigating YouTube, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Learn how to navigate platform, bring device.

Wednesday, August 31

National Matchmaker Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Comfort Suites Inn, 1464 Town Center Boulevard, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Introduction to New Online Catalog, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Live demonstration of new website, opportunity to navigate it, ask questions. Adult program. Nerd Trivia, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. For Grades 6 through 12. Test nerdy knowledge at trivia tournament. South Town Cruise-In, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Habitat for Humanity parking lot, 233 Lafayette Road, Medina. Wednesdays through October 12, 2022. Open to all antique, classic or collectible cars. Weather permitting. Free. International Overdose Awareness Day, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Hope Recovery Community, 3965 Center Road, Brunswick. Collecting paper towels, toilet paper, laundry soap for local recovery housing. Speakers, candlelight vigil. Photos of those lot to overdose will be displayed. All are invited to submit photos, regardless of where they are living and do not have to attend event. Send photos to Stefanie at srobinson@hoperecoverycommunity.org Chippewa Lake Water Skiing Team, 7 p.m., 3196 Clark Mill Road, Norton. Shows are free for the audience and serve as practice sessions for the team in getting ready for competitions. Donations toward costumes, cost of competing are gratefully accepted.

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