Joy of Medina County Magazine October 2023 by Joy of Medina County

OCTOBER 2023 VOLUME 6, NUMBER 9 Fall Foliage Tour Map Pg. 22

The best stories in Medina County!

LIFE AFTER BETRAYAL When the blaming ends, the forgiving begins. by D.J. Barnett PG. 13

COLLEGE NETWORKING

Opportunities are being missed, costing future jobs. by Bob Arnold PG. 15

WHEN WASPS GO GOOD

Sneaky wasps are tiny, winged heroes. by Michelle Riley PG. 19

TRICK OR TREAT

Countywide times to get sweet rewards! PG. 29

The Dinosaurs Started It Ron Blue uses his passion to help others come out of their shells and celebrate the wonder of life and the excitement of discovery. PG. 4 A locally owned, independent publication dedicated to higher standards of journalism

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Editorial

One

Voice

Out of the Box by Amy Barnes

VOLUME 6 NUMBER 9

JoyOfMedinaCountyMagazine.com PUBLISHER

Blake House Publishing, LLC

One of the wonderful things about this magazine is that there is no big, out-oftown decision-making corporation that changes have to be presented to and get turned down. I have worked at such publications before and it is a great way to kill imagination, innovation, community responsiveness, and pretty much anything unique. Corporations that do not approve of any of that, tend to fail. Along the lines of community responsiveness, we are introducing to the magazine a tried-and-true journalistic feature that gives the community even more of a voice in our pages. We are going to open our mailbox and start printing letters to the editor in the Community section of the magazine. (I should probably let our Layout Department know!) There will be some guidelines, and here they are: 1. No politics, no religion. 2. Nothing that is spiteful or just plain mean. 3. Letters will run as submitted, which means because there all kinds of online resources available for spell checking, editing, and grammar, I am not going to clean it up for you. 4. Letters may be edited for length.

Suggested maximum length is 150 to 200 words. Chose them wisely. Keep in mind this is a family magazine and watch those word choices. 5. There is no guarantee of publication, but we will do our best to get all in that follow the guidelines. 6. Letter writers will be verified by phone, usually between 6 and 9 in the evening except for Sundays. If we cannot verify, the letter will not run. 7. All letters must include the name of the author and city of residence (and state, if it is outside of Ohio), all of which will be published. You do not have to live in Medina County to submit a letter. 8. Include a phone number we can call for verification. Letters can be emailed to: Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com with “Letters to the Editor” in the subject line. Or mailed to: Letters to the Editor Joy of Medina County Magazine 1114 N. Court, #144 Medina, Ohio 44256 We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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CRITTER CRAWL!

AMPHIBIANS TOGETHER 18 HOUSING by Paris Deeter

Research prior to purchase is important to avoid tragic mistakes. DIG IT!

TO THE RESCUE 19 WASPS by Michelle Riley

Add these minuscule helpers to your spring shopping list. BITE ME!

APPLE PIE 20 RAW by Kim S.

A fresh, crispy, throw-together dish that may be your family’s new fall favorite!

HEALTH

4 GAME 4 SHELL by Amy Barnes

He did not mean to do it, it was not the goal, it just kind of happened, and he could not be happier! THE READING NOOK

BETRAYAL 13 THE by D. J. Barnett

OF MIND AND BODY

THE LIFE LEFT BEHIND 20 REGAINING by Amy Barnes Can you remember life before kids? HEALTHY TRAILS

BIKES: THE REAL MEANING 21 HYBRID by Robert Soroky

When you walk into a bike shop and ask for a hybrid bike, do you know what you are asking for?

COMMUNITY

How do you come back and save the relationship after a betrayal?

FOLIAGE TOUR MAP 22 FALL Enjoy the beginning of fall with Medina County’s annual

RISE AND SHINE

WITH JOY 25 MUNCHING Which restaurants earned a perfect score? A different

BUSINESS

SERVICE IS NOT ABOUT 14 CUSTOMER WHAT GOES WRONG by Bryan Lefelhoc Creating satisfied customers is paramount. THE INBOX

AI’S AFFECT ON BUSINESS

by Rachel Shepard Use of artificial intelligence platforms can enhance business or cause humiliation. THE NETWORKER

ON CAMPUS 15 NETWORKING by Bob Arnold

Our columnist wants student input on opportunities found at college.

BUSINESS 16 DOING A calendar of area networking events FROM A TECHNICAL MIND

THRIVING IN WORK-FROM-HOME REVOLUTION

by Tyler Hatfield Technology is opening doors to work-from-home jobs, but there are important points to keep in mind.

CONVENTION 17 INVENTION Patents recently granted to Medina County residents.

HOME AND GARDEN

VEGAN VITTLES

TOSTADAS 18 MEXICAN by Chris Pickens

A versatile dish which you can make your own by adding or changing ingredients. On the front and back covers:

photos by Amy Barnes Ron Blue hanging out with Violet, an African spurred (sulcata) tortoise.

self-guided tour with stops along the way. area of Medina County each month!

LOVE DOVES

Find out who is celebrating a wedding anniversary of 50 years or more.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

OFF THE SHELF

MURDER AND MEMORIES 26 BETWEEN by Mary Olson Even a hated man’s murder can change a town. GETTING REEL

START WITH “E” 27 THEY by Amy Barnes

Standard offerings, but a nice way to spend an afternoon. JOYFUL WORD SEARCH

TORTOISE OR BOTH? 28 TURTLE, Search for the hidden words, figure out which ones relate to turtles and which relate to tortoises.

MIRTH AND JOY

by Jerry King Our monthly cartoon by a former Disney cartoonist

DO IT! 29 LET’S Time to fall into fun! Check out the list of area trick or treat times.

JOYFUL LETTER DETECTIVES

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

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

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SHELL GAME photos and story by Amy Barnes

Herb, the ambassador of Turtle World of Medina.

Turtle World of Medina

Open Memorial Day to mid-October, very weather dependent No walk-ins are accepted. To schedule an appointment, call 330-388-5533, or go to https://tinyurl.com/yn7vfsmc

n the beginning, there was a little boy who loved dinosaurs; he really loved dinosaurs. Ron Blue drew them, looked at dinosaur pictures, read books about them, and memorized their Latin names. When he was around 8 years old, his parents, Phil and Sally Blue, took him camping. On that trip, he was delighted to discover what he was convinced was a dinosaur: a box turtle ambling its way through the woods. Thus began a love of all things turtle and tortoise that has yet to waver. It was not long before he would get a couple of turtles as pets. Dad Phil worked at General Motors and mom Sally was a housewife. Ron was the oldest of four boys. Eventually, the family would move from Dayton, Ohio, to the country where Ron’s parents would have a half-acre vineyard as a full-time hobby. Phil would involve friends and neighbors in the grape harvesting and wine making in August and September. Ron said it was a great time, with everyone gathering and working together, and enjoying being together. Ron’s turtle/tortoise love followed him to college where he managed to convince his fraternity house to have a turtle as a house pet.

Jennifer Blue, Ron’s wife of 38 years, admits she knew what she was getting into when she agreed to marry Ron, well, kind of, she adds with a roll of her eyes. Ron said of his almost four-decade long marriage, “We tolerate each other very well.” Then he flashes a grin, adding, that is what a marriage is all about, learning to accept each other’s differences and quirks and over the years becoming a team. They had three children, Sean, Nathan and Sarah. Ron and Jennifer met in their freshmen year of college, and while Jennifer Halterman knew of Ron’s passion, she honestly thought he would outgrow it at some point. She was not expecting it to become an accidental educational center of 100 turtles and tortoises. But we are jumping ahead, before that would happen, Ron spent five years in the Army. He was never deployed and was gone only a couple of weeks at a time. While he was gone, Jennie would keep watch over the turtle, plus the snakes and other reptiles Ron accumulated. In the Army, Ron flew helicopters, namely the UH-1H, nicknamed the “Huey.” He said he was put through eight weeks of ground school, but to his surprise, only two weeks behind the controls of the helicopter before graduating from flight school. “It was much harder to get into flight school than it was to graduate,” Ron said. From the Army, he moved on to spend 12 years in a sales job for Air Products and Chemicals in

Marginated tortoise

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New York State. While he was in New York, a local church needed help with its youth night. They needed someone to eat pizza and play games with the kids. Ron volunteered and found that he clicked with the teenagers (he already knew he liked pizza!). In 1993, Ron and Jennie moved to Medina, choosing it as a sort of halfway point between Dayton, where he grew up, and Ashland, where Jennie’s family lived. As a result of his work with teens, Ron decided to pursue a graduate degree in counseling at Ashland University. His first degree was in special education from the University of Toledo, where he also played the bass drum in the marching band for three years. Not surprising, since he does not seem to mind making a big noise and drawing attention! Ron currently is the district prevention coordinator for Medina City Schools; leads Hope Squad, a peer-to-peer suicide prevention program; works with HUDDLE/SHUDDLE, an anti-addiction, positive role model high school program; and with the Outreach Committee of Medina, which benefits the wellness of students. Since 2009, Ron also has been a therapist through Alternative Paths, a local counseling service. He works with youths at the Medina County Juvenile Detention Center and people on probation and in the court system. That brings us to 2014 and a place called Turtle World of Medina. In June 2014, Ron and Jennie’s son, Sean, was

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getting married in Connecticut. A few days before the wedding, a buddy of Sean’s found a 40-pound tortoise walking along the road and called Sean, who promptly called Ron. For a week, they searched for the owner of the African spurred tortoise. During the wedding reception, the tortoise walked around among the guests in the yard. When the bride’s grandmother saw the tortoise, she said it looked just like Terry Dangle, the principal of the school she attended when a child. The tortoise was promptly named after the principal. Failing to find the owners, despite all of their attempts, Terry ended up coming home with Ron and Jennie to the then-fledgling Turtle World. Ron was just getting used to having visitors to his collection, when Terry started getting a lot of attention and the number of visitors started to increase. The thing about being fascinated by something, such as turtles and tortoises, people will take notice and pass the word. Before you know it, people are asking you to adopt their turtles and tortoises they no longer want or are unable to keep. Say yes a couple of times, and, well, it quickly

leads to a collection. It was not long before Ron realized that he had created a village of enclosures, a pond, and a small barn for fragile baby turtles and overwintering those who are not cold adapted. When the collection keeps growing, the neighbors start to notice, and they want to see what is living in all of the handmade short-walled enclosures that look like raised gardens. The kids pass the word to their friends, the friends now want to see the crew. Well, it is not long then before teachers find out and reach out for tours for their classes, and Ron found himself the host, narrator and guide to his world, Turtle World of Medina. Currently, there are approximately 100 turtles and tortoises at Turtle World, with room for more. Ron made signs he placed by the enclosures to offer information on each turtle’s or tortoise’s habitat, diet, and the particulars of each species. Ron encourages visitors to pick up, pet and interact with the turtles and tortoises. There is a sandbox for young humans to play in while older siblings enjoy the tour. There even is a “mom deck” by the sandbox for parents to keep an eye on the younger ones. Ron said with a chuckle that the sandbox is 5-year-old twin approved, the twins are his grandsons.

Ron Blue looks for wood turtles in one of the enclosures he has made for his collection. Note the hinged, screened lid to keep predators out of the box.

All of the turtles and tortoises enjoy any type of leafy lettuce, squashes, pumpkin, watermelon, and other melons. Ron puts a plastic tub in his side yard for donated foods. Speaking of donations, Ron openly shares that he has not pursued obtaining official, nonprofit 501c3 status, which would make donations tax deductible. He just wants to be able to share his love without paperwork. All tours he gives are free but do have to be scheduled. No walk-ins are allowed. In 2015, while Ron and his family were gone on vacation, Terry decided to make a break for it and once again was a tortoise on the run. Luckily, Ron had used a permanent marker to write his name and phone number on the back, lower edge of

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Terry’s shell. Neighbors were calling the police with sightings and updates. The police captured Terry, called Ron, and brought the tortoise home. That was a lesson for Ron. To discourage future escapes, he installed a wooden border at the bottom of the fencing around his yard. He said that if a tortoise cannot see past the wood, it thinks there is nothing on the other side and will stay put in its own yard. Sadly, in 2021, the barn caught fire. Neighbors saw the smoke and called Ron and the fire department. Terry and other tortoises and turtles were trapped inside. The firemen pulled as many out of the building as they could. Seven tortoises

Eastern Hermann’s tortoise.

The approach to Turtle World of Medina, deceptively small looking, there is an entire complex of enclosures.

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Fresh from the water, an algae-covered pink bellied sideneck

The sandbox for the younger visitors, with a “mom deck” that has chairs at the ready.

Pink bellied sideneck

died, five turtles and Terry were saved. One of the firemen put an oxygen mask on Terry (see pictures and story at https://tinyurl. com/3zyxrw8v ), but despite an exhausting amount of effort over the days to come, Terry would later die. His picture hangs in the current barn in memoriam of a well-loved friend. Ron said that Terry was a very gentle tortoise and allowed young children to pet him on his head and shell. Given a chance to incorporate turtles and tortoises into his other work, Ron does not hesitate. Turtle Therapy Tuesday (or Thursday) is held a couple of days each school year at Medina High School. The next one is November 21. As part of the celebration, the courtyard is decorated, candy grams are delivered, and there is a dance party. Violet, a large African spurred tortoise and current Turtle World of Medina ambassadress, spends a few days in the high school courtyard at the beginning and end of each school year. Near the courtyard are two display cases that house turtles year-round, Ron said. Things are winding down at Turtle World at this time of year, it is getting close to hibernation time for some of the gang. Time for those who are not winter hardy to move into the barn. Some will go into hibernation and sleep away the winter in large totes. Some, such as Violet, will stomp around the interior of the small barn, anxiously waiting for spring and the run of the yard. Others that are adapted to cold weather will dig into their burrows and wait for spring. When the warm days of late spring arrive, everyone will stretch and feast and get ready for their new round of visitors.

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Baby Eastern box turtle

A baby turtle in the barn

Redfoot tortoise

Help…oh, help!

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Oscar, an Eastern box turtle, did not hesitate to look grouchy! Ron decorated his basketball court with drawings of turtles and tortoises, showing how big they would get when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.

Arthur, an Eastern box turtle

Ron Blue searches for turtles in his turtle pond.

Did you “spot” a spotted turtle in the pond?

A picture in memory of Terry Dangle, a beloved African spurred tortoise, who escaped at least twice from two different owners and who became the founding tortoise of Turtle World of Medina.

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An amelanistic (albino) red eared slider shows off its floating skills.

A Russian or Horsfield’s tortoise decides whether to say, “Hello!”

This is an example of what happens when a turtle or tortoise does not get the proper nutrition and care when young. The shell can grow improperly and there can be numerous health issues, if it even survives. Ron Blue uses Turtle World to teach visitors how involved and intensive the care these animals need in order to thrive.

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A Northern red-bellied cooter. It is shedding shell scutes (the individual plates that make up the top of the shell) as part of the growing process.

A painted turtle

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THE READING NOOK

The Betrayal by D.J. Barnett

Now I can see you sitting there, Glaring at me, snug in your chair. I know you think I did you wrong, That’s why I wrote this little song. I only did what I had to, I know you think I betrayed you. I only hope you can forgive, So we can both live and let live. Maybe a nice drive in the car, Don’t really have to go too far. You’re sitting there as still as stone, I guess that we’ll just go back home. It’s time now we were both in bed, Our chores are done, we’ve both been fed. And maybe with the coming day, We’ll find that things will be OK. I can intensely feel your scorn, Hope springs eternal with the morn, It’s clear that you can hold a grudge, You’re stubborn and you just won’t budge. As we lay down you move away, This really has been quite a day. But as I wake I feel you near, The cloudy skies begin to clear. Ah, now you’re back with me again, Each time it’s always such a pain. Why must I always feel your wrath, After all, it was just a bath.

photo by D.J. Barnett

D.J. Barnett lives in Hinckley with his wife, April; his son, Robert; and daughter, Skylar. He is 1975 graduate of Highland High School and recently retired from Century Cycle’s Medina location after being there for 20 years. He enjoys cycling and other outdoor activities.

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BUSINESS: RISE AND SHINE

Customer Service is Not About What Goes Wrong

BUSINESS: THE INBOX

AI’s Affect on Business by Rachel Shepard

by Bryan Lefelhoc

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the new buzz word in business. Large consulting firms, such as McKinsey & Company, are discussing the economic potential of AI. No, customers are not always right. Some individuals believe AI will usher in the end of the But they are not always wrong either. One thing is certain, if world with robots taking over; other individuals believe it will you do not have a good reputation for great customer service, add immense value to the global economy. you will not be around long. Any joking aside, AI and its potential are comparable to the Bad news travels faster than good. reaction the beginnings of the world wide web received. Many Most customers expect great service or flawless products, businesses already are using AI, and other businesses are so getting them to leave a good review or to go out of their bound to use it in the future. way to tell their friends the good stuff is often hard to do. One thing is certain, businesses cannot afford to ignore it. Dissatisfied customers use lots of avenues to share their As a result of a recent networking event discussion and experiences, and they will. through additional research, I have learned a few practical In that case, you only have one option: Create satisfied ways a business can use AI. customers, no matter what. According to tech titan Cleve Adams, “Machine learning Providing excellent customer service is easy when automation can be programmed to do all the repeatable everything goes right. If the product works as expected, then processes that used to take an entire dedicated team.” there is no need for service. What is machine learning? According to Microsoft, it is the Is that always the case? Likely not. process of teaching a machine how to react to a data type. It What can you control to improve your customer’s becomes “smarter” and more complex when more information experience? is added. Acknowledge that things will go wrong, but also realize that Generative AI can be used to answer customer service inquiries, track customer behavior data, create marketing customer service has nothing to do with what goes wrong. materials, and improve the customer experience. At any point, things will go sideways. Products will not work, AI programming also can be used to teach your website advice is incorrect, and shipments do not arrive on time. It is how to respond to certain customer searches. It also is inevitable. being used to develop new offerings and to improve current Customer service has nothing to do with what goes wrong, offerings. but it has everything to do with what you do about it. ChatGPT is an example of artificial intelligence software. The old adage, “the customer is always right,” is not This large language model (LLM) debuted in late November necessarily true on a grand scale, it is true for the customer from the research company, OpenAI. who feels wronged. It is a machine learning technology that rapidly pulls Therefore, you, as a business owner, need to figure out how information from many data sources to answer questions and to make it right. generate documents. This is not the time to take shortcuts or worry about However, ChatGPT is best used to answer questions and budgets, profits or bottom lines. generate blog and post ideas. You have got to do what is necessary to make the customer Some individuals have used ChatGPT to create entire happy. When you do this, your customer service reputation documents. will skyrocket, even higher than if the customer did not For example, Steven A. Schwartz, now known as the experience a problem in the first place. “ChatGPT lawyer,” used it to draft a court motion. ChatGPT Sound expensive? A dissatisfied customer certainly is. A cited fake court cases, judicial opinions and legal citations. happy customer is priceless. While Schwart and his firm did not double check ChatGPT’s Finally, it is key to learn from what went wrong, so it does work and as a result were publicly humiliated and faced a not happen again. If a customer has an issue, assume that fine, careful use of AI can avoid such results. other customers do, too. Look into it. Find the issue. Prove it There are several AI-enabled platforms for business owners true or false, and then take action to improve. to explore. The right platform for your business will depend on You can control customer experience by doing the next right your needs, your budget, ease of use for you, and scalability. thing. Not just this time, but every time. Bryan Lefelhoc is founder and president of Bryan Media Strategies LLC, a boutique “company of one” marketing firm. Learn more about Lefelhoc and his expertise at https://bit.ly/3FqMBfl Email Lefelhoc at bryan@bryanmediastrategies.com

Rachel Shepard is the founder of LonaRock, LLC, and a Medina County resident. She specializes in helping businesses understand financials and access capital. Learn more about Shepard at https://bit.ly/3h0LFEY Shepard can be reached by email at rshepard@lonarock.com.

Joy of Medina County Magazine | October 2023 BUSINESS: THE NETWORKER

Networking on Campus by Bob Arnold

Well, they are back at the college campus by now. You are missing them, and they are missing you Have you realized the enormous opportunity they are in right now? Not just academically, but from a networking standpoint. College students today have enormous opportunities to get to know new people all over the world. There has never been a time when so much connectivity was available. As student work on a project, they can look up resources and others who may be researching or testing the same thing they are. They can connect with them and work out ways of studying with each other or interning. However, there is one avenue that is so available, yet so overlooked, by students while on campus. As I have been interviewing college students about how, or if, they network on campus, I am finding that most are not taking advantage of it. They do not realize the real opportunities that could help them now and for a lifetime. It seems the number one thing on their mind is getting a job when they graduate. Yet, they are not prepared to have a job lined up when they receive their diploma. More on that front in future columns. The most pressing issue I am seeing the potential campus networker facing is the fear factor. It is a very real issue! In the business setting, too, networking anxiety is a very real issue, but I have found it starts long before a person enters an actual career. Students have several resources at their fingertips with people who can help them along their path, a few of which are: 1. a campus career center 2. advisors 3. professors 4. administrators 5. other students For some, there also is Greek life. I am impressed with how many I have interviewed that have a very definite drive to learn more about how networking can help them. That is why I am in the process of finding ways to help them. It would be interesting for me to learn what your student thinks. Ask them, and let me know at the email listed below. 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. Learn more about Arnold at https://bit.ly/3VLzr1S Contact Arnold at TheNetworkingPencil@gmail.com

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Doing Business

Local business networking events, not category restricted

Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce

Chamber membership requirement after two events. Tuesday, October 3 Monthly Member Meeting: Medina City School District Update, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Williams on the Lake, 787 Lafayette Road, Medina. Student projects will be highlighted. Register at https://tinyurl.com/fvpetpvc Thursday, October 12 Get to Know the Chamber, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Everything Outdoor Camping, 3823 Pearl Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/33vrfxy5 Wednesday, October 18 Networking WOW! 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., Williams on the Lake, 787 Lafayette Road, Medina. No walk-ins. $12 member attendance charge, $15 non-member attendance charge. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2243258s Friday, October 20 2023 Medina County Athena Awards, 8 a.m. to noon, Williams on the Lake, 787 Lafayette Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2cexdacd Friday, October 27 Chamber Chat, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce office, 211 S. Court Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mvfv4h5f

Medina County Economic Development Corporation

Thursday, October 26 Medina County Business Awards, 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., The Blair Center, 9079 Leroy Road, Westfield Center. Free, registration required, https://tinyurl.com/2yz6e2cu

Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance Chamber membership requirement after two events.

Wednesday, October 4 Chamber Chomps, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Debbie and Heidi there at noon, Gandalf’s Pub and Restaurant, 6757 Center Road, Valley City. Networking and chomping! Wednesday, October 5 Country Western Clambake and Social, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Bunker Hill Golf Course, 3060 Pearl Road, Medina. Westren wear encouraged. Music, food, networking. Register at https://tinyurl.com/4t795z29 Wednesday, October 18 Membership Luncheon: NMCAA Schools Update: Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, MCCC, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Medina County Career Center Café, 1101 W. Liberty, Medina. Members, $25; non-members, $30 Register at https://tinyurl.com/53ydpbm5

Wadsworth Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber membership requirement after two events. Tuesday, October 3 & 17 Chamber Chat - Coffee and Networking, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Community Room, Buehler’s Wadsworth, 175 Great Oaks Trail, Wadsworth. For more information, go to https:// tinyurl.com/yw36d7uk No registration necessary. Wednesday, October 25 Chamber Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Galaxy Restaurant and Event Center, 201 Park Center Drive, Wadsworth. $20 per person. More information at https:// tinyurl.com/mrxjy7fb Thursday, October 26 Women in Leadership, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., White Timbers Winery, 10036 Rittman Road, Wadsworth. $15 Register at https://tinyurl.com/bddh8jet Saturday, November 4 Name That Tune!, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Memory Lane Event Center, 456 College Street, Wadsworth. $35 per person, includes dinner. More information at https://tinyurl.com/ mrmxc2t8

Seville Area Chamber of Commerce Thursday, October 12 Quarterly Luncheon, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hawthorne Suites, 5025 Park Avenue West, Seville. $8 donation, pay at the door.

BUSINESS: FROM A TECHNICAL MIND

Thriving in Work-From-Home Revolution by Tyler Hatfield

As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of remote work, technology continues to play a pivotal role in ensuring that workdays remain efficient, productive and enjoyable. Whether a seasoned remote worker or just starting to explore the benefits of working from home, these essential tech tools and tips can supercharge the remote work experience. 1. Communication and collaboration are the cornerstones of remote work. Professional social and messaging platforms have become virtual office spaces. Embrace these tools for seamless team communication, video conferencing and document sharing. 2. Invest in a comfortable chair, a spacious desk and proper lighting. Ergonomics matter, and a well-designed home office setup can boost productivity and reduce body strain. 3. With sensitive data flowing through home networks, cybersecurity is paramount. Ensure your Wi-Fi network is password-protected, use a reliable VPN, and keep all software and antivirus programs up to date. 4. Establish a routine, set clear work hours, and take regular breaks to maintain a healthy work-life balance. 5. Do not forget the human aspect of remote work. Stay connected with colleagues, take regular breaks to clear your mind, and consider mindfulness or meditation apps to reduce stress. As how we work continues to be redefined, implementing these tech tips will help keep you ahead in the work-fromhome revolution. Embrace the digital tools available and discover that remote work can be both productive and fulfilling. Remember, it is not just about working from home; it is about working smarter from home. Tyler Hatfield has a passion for technology and enjoys working on computers. To learn more about Hatfield, go to https://bit.ly/3Qr0LkH He can be contacted with questions and for specific recommendations at hatsmediagroup@gmail.com

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Invention Convention

Patents recently granted to Medina County residents. Only county residents are included, although there may be additional people listed as patent grantees. Patent for: Foam Dispensing Gun With Third Stream Number: 11,738,359 To: Stefan K. Gantenbein City of Residence: Medina To: Anthony J. Taylor City of Residence: Medina

Patent for: Product Management Patent for: Shoulder for a Tire Display System With Trackless Pusher Number: D998,554 Mechanism To: Shaun Patrick Fox Number: 11,730,286 City of Residence: Medina To: Stephen N. Hardy City of Residence: Wadsworth Patent for: Crib Number: 11,759,026 Patent for: Tire Carcass Ply Joining To: Joseph A. Lawlor Apparatus and Method Patent for: Movement Disorder City of Residence: Medina Number: 11,731,380 Recovery System and Method To: David Stitchick To: Robert Anthony Neubauer Number: 11,744, 482 City of Residence: Wadsworth City of Residence: Medina To: Joseph P. Giuffrida To: Ryan Michael Schmidt Patent for: Liquid Cooled Charging City of Residence: Hinckley City of Residence: Wadsworth Cable System Patent for: Integral Auto-Racking Number: 11,760,217 Device for Low Voltage Draw-Out Circuit Patent for: Method to Expedite To: Benjamin Jacob Gontarz Playing of Binaural Sound to a Listener City of Residence: Medina Breakers Number: 11,736,885 Number: 11,749,974 To: Philip Scott Lyren To: Ryan J. McClarnon Patent for: Continuous Stacked Dual Wrap Tube End Closure for Anti-Icing City of Residence: Wadsworth City of Residence: Brunswick Systems Patent for: Edge Sensing Apparatus in Patent for: Dispensers, Dispenser Number: 11,760,494 Systems and Refill Units Configured Automated Transaction Machine To: Erich D. Gutwein for Autonomous Firmware/Software Number: 11,753,263 City of Residence: Hinckley Updates To: David Z. Few Number: 11,737,610 City of Residence: Wadsworth Patent for: Lid To: Shelby Jay Buell To: Ken Turocy Number: D0999,016 City of Residence: Medina City of Residence: Wadsworth To: Darren Keith Robling City of Residence: Seville To: Thomas A. Vankirk City of Residence: Medina photo by Pavel Neznanov

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18 Joy of Medina County Magazine | October 2023 HOME AND GARDEN: VEGAN VITTLES

HOME AND GARDEN: CRITTER CRAWL!

by Chris Pickens

by Paris Deeter

Mexican Tostadas

Housing Amphibians Together

While some people really enjoy Mexican food and others maybe not so much, the options with this recipe are endless. Any ingredients you like can be added or switched out. The options are endless!

Pet owners often ask if they can cohabitate different amphibian species together within the same enclosure. Which species can cohabit together? The general rule of thumb is to play it on the safe side and not cohabitate different species together. For a majority of amphibians, even members of the same species can pose a hazard and can lead to injury or death. Frogs are usually a hit or miss when cohabitating members of the same species. Many are safe to cohabitate and are encouraged to do so, however only members of the same species are encouraged. Dart frogs and Amazon milk frogs are some examples of frogs like this. Other species are extremely dangerous to cohabitate, such as Pacman frogs. These frogs are known to eat smaller members of the same species. Many salamanders and newts can safely cohabitate with members of the same species. It is important to note, however, that larvae usually pose a very big threat to each other. A great example is in axolotls, which are a species of salamander that stay in their larval form their entire lives. Axolotls are best kept solitary due to this, as they will often mistake each other as food, especially when they are very young. Some species of salamanders, like tiger salamanders, can be kept alone or together, and may show social tendencies when kept together, such as cheek rubbing and following each other around the enclosure. Unfortunately, many breeders and large corporations will cohabitate their animals, even when they should not. This is why it is best to do your own research into the care of any animal prior to purchase. Never rely on one source for information, and always research as much of the available information as possible. You also can reach out to me for additional information.

6 pre-packaged tostadas 1/4 cup hummus 1/4 cup guacamole 1/2 cup TVP (textured vegetable protein) 1 cup canned black beans, drained 1 package of tofu, drained, sliced, cubed) 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheez 1/4 cup shredded greens Preheat oven to 325 degrees. While the oven heats, place tostadas on baking sheet. Layer each of the following: hummus, guacamole, TVP, black beans, tofu, shredded cheez. Greens can be added before or after putting the tostadas into the oven. Place tostadas in oven until heated through. A serving of rice on the side goes well with this dish. Chris Pickens, a vegan since 2016, is a certified holistic nutrition coach, a health and wellness coach, a holistic health practitioner, and a holistic health coach. To learn more about Pickens, go to https://bit.ly/3FqhEId Email her at momof4chris@gmail.com, with “The Joy of Medina Attn: Chris” in the subject line.

Paris Deeter lives in Brunswick and has raised a wide variety of critters from spiders to rats. She welcomes questions and column suggestions, which can be sent to Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com with “Critter Crawl” in the subject line. Deeter also can supply information on where to obtain pets mentioned in her column.

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HOME AND GARDEN: DIG IT!

Wasps to the Rescue by Michelle Riley

In the world of gardening, there are villains that wear deceptively innocent green cloaks such as the notorious tobacco and tomato hornworms. These plump, lime green caterpillars may seem harmless at first, but do not be fooled by their appearance, they can wreak havoc on beloved tomato plants. Mother Nature, with her quirky sense of humor, has an unlikely hero in the form of a parasitic wasp, ready to lay its eggs under the unsuspecting hornworm’s skin. The tobacco hornworm (Manduca sexta) and the tomato hornworm (Manduca quinquemaculata) are voracious eaters with an insatiable appetite for tomato leaves and fruit. These sneaky critters can chomp through entire branches, leaving precious tomato plants in tatters. They also are known for their clever camouflage, mimicking the shade and color of tomato leaves, making them nearly invisible until they start their feeding frenzy. In response, Nature has kindly offered the braconid wasp, a miniscule but mighty guardian of tomato plants. These tiny wasps have the remarkable ability to detect the presence of hornworms by smell. Once they have located their host, they swoop in for an aerial attack. Here is where it becomes fascinating or macabre, depending on your point of view. The female braconid wasp uses the hornworm to her advantage and will inject her eggs under the hornworm’s skin. These eggs will hatch into ravenous larvae which will feed on and grow within the hornworm while keeping it alive as long as possible. Once the larvae are ready for their next stage of life, they will burrow through the caterpillar’s skin and spin a cocoon in which they will pupate into adult wasps. As a gardener, I cannot help but be amazed at nature’s defense mechanisms. The hornworm may be a formidable pest, but it has met its match with the parasitic wasp. This silent battle of life and death played out amongst the tomato leaves is a micro depiction of the cycle of life that ebbs and flows within our gardens. If you find a hornworm, move it far away from the garden, a parasitic wasp will find it and thank you for it. Michelle Riley is a local horticulturist, landscape designer, and consultant. She is the founder of the gardening subscription service, the Plant Shorts Posse; https:// michellerileyhorticulturist.com ; and https://neohiogarden. com . She also is the president of All About You Signature Landscape Design, Inc. Learn more about Riley at https://bit.ly/3BavKLk Riley can be contacted at Info@ MichelleRileyHorticulturist.com or by calling 234-678-8266

A caterpillar covered in parasitic wasp cocoons who are in the midst of pupating. photo by Michelle Riley

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HOME AND GARDEN: BITE ME!

Raw Apple Pie

by Kim S.

For the best taste, leave this dish sitting in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. Even better the next day! • 5 to 6 apples, diced and cored, not peeled • ½ c finely chopped fresh pineapple • ¼ c finely chopped pecans, raw or roasted • 1 t. cinnamon (add more as needed • 10 dates, pitted, finely chopped

photo by James Yarema HEALTH: OF MIND AND BODY

Regaining the Life Left Behind by Amy Barnes

Remember the life you had before you had children? Do you remember feeling like it was gone forever, traded for baby barf and poop and endless school supplies? When the children have grown, are done coming home on college vacations, and have moved into their own homes, this can be a time of new discovery and renewing the life had before children. For parents who are still married, they can now regain the freedom they had when dating and refocus on the person they each fell so in love with. For single parents, it can be a celebration of rediscovering what they loved to do, eating out alone or on a date without having to make sure the household is also fed. This is your opportunity to finally take care of self, after putting self last for so many years. Just as it was a major life change to add a little one to your life, it is another major life change to go from thinking and planning for many, to now only yourself or yourself and spouse. Give yourself grace and allow for those emotions. Do not

Combine all ingredients in bowl and serve or place covered in refrigerator. be surprised if you go through a sort of mourning period. To avoid sinking into depression, sit down and list all of the things you so enjoyed before kids took over your life. Warning: It make take awhile for those rusty gears to start turning again and remember what you were sad to leave behind. Those things you mourned losing, such as quiet time to read, painting a painting, shopping for only yourself, going on dates without having to worry where everyone is and if jobs/ chores/whatever is being done. What is it you gave up? Now is the time to rediscover those favorite things. It also is a great time to discover new things without the critical audience of children. If you are a temporary empty nester, such as when the kids leave for college, you are getting but a sample bite of what is coming. At this point, they still need/want money, information for college forms and financial aid (usually at midnight), and they will hit home like hurricanes dropping belongings throughout your house. There is some time before you have a true empty nest. Bonus: Empty nesters can finally stop hiding packages of their favorite cookies!

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HEALTH: HEALTHY TRAILS

Hybrid Bikes: The Real Meaning by Robert Soroky

Many who are looking to buy a hybrid bike, think this references a very specific bike, but the reality is “hybrid” has a much broader meaning in the bike world, encompassing many different styles and models. Consider what hybrid means. It is the bringing together of separate concepts, ideas or designs into one. So, apply that logic to bikes. The average consumer typically visualizes a hybrid bike as one that sits a rider in a more upright position, has a comfy seat (maybe even a suspension seat post), a front shock, and large road wheels with tires that are both narrow enough to reduce drag on paved surfaces but also wide enough, and with some treading, to provide good handling on light towpath trails. All true. But even within this recreational hybrid style, there are models that will offer mountain bike-sized wheels and tires versus road sized for tackling more rugged gravel trails. See? Already there are different choices. Another bike style that could be considered a hybrid is the flat-bar road bike. It combines the lightweight frame, slicker tires and quick responsiveness of a traditional drop bar, 10-speed style road bike, with a more relaxed, semi-upright rider geometry and flat handlebar for increased stability. This is a great design for riders who want decent performance without sacrificing comfort and control. Even the aforementioned drop bar road bikes are now taking on the hybrid mentality. One way they are doing this is by transitioning to wider tires and more flared-out drop bars. Gone are the days of super skinny 20 to 23 mm tires, instead making way for 38 to 42 mm widths. While these wider tires can produce a little more drag, they are better designed to handle chip-n-seal roads or towpath trails, expanding the utility of the bike. Again, a combination of design ideas to accommodate the rider who still wants a more aggressive, lightweight road bike, but now with the capability to hand multiple road surfaces. Just saying, “I want a hybrid bike,” is not necessarily the end of the discussion. With bikes trying to be more multi-task driven, it is more important than ever to really understand what your riding goals are and finding the best bike for the job. Robert Soroky is a lifelong cyclist who regularly participates in long-distance charity rides and is the manager of the Century Cycles Medina location. To learn more about Soroky, go to https://bit.ly/3Vof7DX Contact Soroky at robert@ centurycycles.com to suggest column topics, for further information or to chat about bikes.

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Points of Interest: A. Westfield Historical Society 6 Park Circle Westfield Center, OH 44251 B. Rising Son Family Farm 9220 Friendsville Road Seville, OH 44273 C. Killbuck Lakes Nature Preserve – Medina County Park District 7996 White Road Burbank, OH 44214 D. Crop King 134 West Drive Lodi, OH 44254 E. Western Reserve Land Conservancy – Preserved Land Sign 10740 Holshoe Road Homerville, OH 44235 F. Spencer Historical Society 112 N Main Street, Spencer, OH 44275 G. Sign Our Streams Kennard Road, Lodi, OH 44254 (41.053630, -82.018356)

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Tour Hosts 1

Northern Ohio Railway Museum

Visit this unique museum to see streetcars, interurban and railroad equipment from Northern Ohio dating from 1895 to 1970. Trolley rides will be offered (weather permitting).

Solid Waste District

Explore this campus to learn how the district handles waste reduction and recycling in Medina County. Tour different areas where waste is separated and collected.

Morning Star Farm Ministries

Enjoy the open country landscape where faith, family, and nature connect to focus on honoring the youth of America. Visit with a variety of youth groups, stroll through the horse stables, and enjoy family-friendly crafts and activities.

Lodi Library

Drop by this lovely library for free face painting, crafts, story time, and more! Buy a book from our used book sale, sign up for a library card, and check out a cozy read or two. Perfect stop for all ages!

Lodi-Harrisville Historical Society

Tour the Waite-Harris House, the circa 1890 home of Dr. James and Rachel Harris Waite. The home is bedecked in late-Victorian décor and extraordinary displays of fabric and clothing. Historical society items will be for sale.

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Lodi Railroad Museum

A train depot dating to 1882 and caboose from 1949 await your visit. A collection of railroad artifacts and memorabilia will be on display, and hobo stew, cornbread and bean sandwiches are on the menu (by donation only).

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Pine Crest Farms

Stroll through the Kormos family farm to see barnyard animals and farm equipment displays, enjoy a hayride to pick your own pumpkin, wind through the hay maze, ride the farm train and shop the farm market for goodies and fall decorations.

THANK YOU to the wonderful sponsors who made the 2023 Medina County Fall Foliage Tour possible: GOLD LEVEL - Joy of Medina County Magazine SILVER LEVEL - Log Cabin Shop & Historical Center BRONZE LEVEL - Clement Construction, Pine Crest Farms, Medina County Farm Bureau, Northern Ohio Railway Museum, Richardson Farms

Westfield Historical Society - This former Unitarian Church features LeRoy/Westfield Center and Westfield Township displays.

B Rising Son Family Farm - Come and enjoy $5 hayrides, food and drinks for purchase, petting pasture, pumpkins and more!

C Killbuck Lakes Nature Preserve - NO ORGANIZED ACTIVITIES - This Medina County Park District site has opportunities for fishing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and wildlife observation.

D Crop King - Take a tour through the hydroponic vegetable greenhouses, and sample tastings of fresh vegetables.

E WRLC Preserved Land Sign - DRIVE BY ONLY - This privately owned property conserved with Western Reserve Land Conservancy has a hay field, restored woodlands, and a homestead from the late 1800s.

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Spencer Historical Society - Stop in to learn about the history of Spencer in this charming local museum.

G Sign Our Streams - DRIVE BY ONLY - Adopt a stream or river crossing to encourage stewardship of our waterways. To find out how, call Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District.

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COMMUNITY: MUNCHING WITH JOY

Love Doves

Munching With Joy by Amy Barnes

Honoring those celebrating 50 years or more of marriage. Submit information for free publication to Joy@BlakeHousePublishing.com Noncopyrighted photos may be included and should be sent as attachments to the e-mail. Congratulations on your anniversary!

Congratulations to these restaurants! Each month the focus will be on a different area of Medina County’s sit-down eating facilities. Only those restaurants that pass the Medina County Health Department’s inspection with a perfect score of 0 critical and 0 non-critical issues will be included. Food trucks and those with no inspections will not be included. Keep in mind that an inspection is only a snapshot in time, so a restaurant not listed this month may make the list the next time. Inspections are based only on what the inspector observes at the time of inspection. Information for this list is taken from public records.

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Janine Bowles Sarnowski and Conrad Sarnowski Married: 50 years Wedding date: September 8, 1973 Married at Brecksville Methodist Church Currently residing in Seville

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Between Murder and Memories by Mary Olson

Book: “The River We Remember” Author: William Kent Kruger Rating (out of 5 possible): “The River We Remember” by William Kent Kruger is a perfectly paced small-town mystery that explores themes of belonging, prejudice, secrets, and the wounds of war and childhood. Kruger is the author of the Cork O’Connor mystery series along with two standalone novels, “Ordinary Grace” and “This Tender Land.” Jewel, Minnesota in 1958 is a seemingly idyllic American town, but a murder interrupts the celebration of Jewel’s heroes on Memorial Day. Jimmy Quinn, loathed by many, is found along a bend of the river, half-dressed and dead of a gunshot wound. Sheriff Brody Dern has no shortage of suspects, but fingers immediately point at Noah Bluestone, a WWII veteran who is an American Indian married to a Japanese woman. Noah is a polarizing figure in Jewel because of lingering trauma and prejudice after the war. Once in custody, Noah goes silent and refuses to defend himself against the charges. This adds to suspicions many have about his guilt and motive, while frustrating those who believe in his innocence. Kruger’s full cast of characters adds depth to the mystery and illustrates how the people of a town both carry and create its history. Each brings their own personal story to their view of the murder. Those characters include: • Sheriff Dern, who also has physical and emotional scars from the war that still affect his daily life and relationships. • A war widow, raising her teenage son under the loving protection of her mother-in-law, who is shocked when her son follows his friend’s lead in chasing revenge • A tough female attorney who champions the underdog attempts to coax the truth from both the suspect and the victim’s family • A deputy with a long memory, who is not quite convinced by the evidence Kruger constructs a solid police procedural to discover and link people, places and events before and after Quinn’s murder. The many threads and characters of this novel, along with the past and present, come together in a just and heartbreaking conclusion. The crime in “The River We Remember” affects the entire town of Jewel and also affects the reader with its richness and complexity. Mary Olson is the readers’ advisory librarian at the Medina County District Library. To learn more about her, go to https:// bit.ly/3gZ1mg1 L

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ENTERTAINMENT: GETTING REEL

They Start With “E” by Amy Barnes

All right, I realize that technically both of these movie titles do not start with “E,” but close enough. One particular commonality between these two films is a love of killing by stabbing their adversaries from beneath the chin up into their heads or through the neck. Both movies have an overabundance of killings. Movie: “The Equalizer 3” Seen: movie theater Rating (out of 5 possible): Not much to say here. The standard, expected script, but a fun watch. It is nice to see Denzel Washington once again as the Equalizer and take out so many thugs with grace and skill. The scenery was beautiful. A fairly predictable installment but still a good movie if you feel like going to the theater for a couple of hours. Movie: “Expendables 4” Seen: movie theater Rating (out of 5 possible): This is supposed to be an expert, though washed up, collection of former agents. Adding Megan Fox to the mix just felt wrong. And how many close ups do we need of her face? Is she dating the director? She is severely miscast and the change to the Expendables themselves is almost too much to bear. One of the fun things about the Expendables is that they fight hard but are not afraid to show their wrinkles, their maturity. It was bad enough when they decided to add one younger male to the team in a previous installment. Hard to swallow, but OK, they needed his particular skills and it was only one young character. Adding much too young Megan Fox and Levy Tran is completely changing the premise and not in a good way. What is the message here? Hollywood does not have any mature women actresses who could join the Expendables team? If women are on the team they must be young and modellike? No woman survives the CIA to old age? It just is not worth my time to try to figure out. While the stories tend to be rather standard, the real fun of these movies is in watching the seasoned, wrinkled, agecomplaint riddled characters interact and prove they still have the right stuff to win. Please remove Fox and Tran and give us some mature, believable women roles, or just keep it all older males.

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MIRTH AND JOY by Jerry King

“Had I known that excercise was an ongoing thing, I would’ve never started it.”

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Let's do it!

Sunday, October 1

International Coffee Day

Monday, October 2

International Day of Non-Violence American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Trinity United Church of Christ, 215 High Street, Wadsworth. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Monday Movie Matinee” “80 for Brady”, 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Meeting Room A and B, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Sign Language All Levels, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina 1907 Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn about deaf culture and sign language.

Tuesday, October 3

National Boyfriend Day Knitting and Crochet Circle, 10 a.m. to noon, Brunswick Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Beginners welcome. Making Warm Up Medina County donations. One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member learn computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/9986jrv4 Naturebrary, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Meeting Room B, Medina Library, 210 South Broadway Street, Medina. Explore, discover, and connect with indoor and outdoor activities. Register at https://tinyurl.com/zmtukhnh Card Making, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.,, Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Create 5 cards for a $20 fee. Please bring scissors and adhesive. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ ycyreysn STEAM Day: Space, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Learn about space and the upcoming eclipse. For students grades 1-3. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yc6xtu2y Pumpkin Door Hanger, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Lodi Community Room, Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Decorate a wooden pumpkin door hanger with assorted fabric, ribbons, and lettering. Register at https://tinyurl. com/5caa5w9n Downloading and Reading EBooks, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Learn how to access online library materials. Register at https://tinyurl.com/pv2px7c4

Wednesday, October 4 National Taco Day

October 2023 Nonprofit Calendar

Trick or Treat

Saturday, October 14

Trunk or Treat, 10 a.m. to noon, Summa Health Medina Medical Center, 3780 Medina Road, Medina Trunk or Treat, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Burnt Rubber Garage, 6112 Norwalk Road, Medina

Sunday, October 15

Trick or Treat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mill Street Makers Market, Medina. Trick or treating, pumpkin decorating.

Friday, October 20

Trick or Treat in the Warehouse, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., The Common Ground, 220 N. State Road, Medina. Free.

Wednesday, October 25

Trick or Treat, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Medina Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, 555 Springbrook Drive, Medina

Saturday, October 28

Wadsworth, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tuesday, October 31

Brunswick, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Chippewa, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hinckley, discouraged by township because of dark rural roads Medina, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seville Supernatural Seville, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Cy Hewitt Park, Seville. Businesses and individuals hand out candy in the park. Halloween Fest, 6 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville.

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Pumpkin Book Folding, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Make a festive jacko-lantern by folding book pages. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2sbeb463 Trail Mix Bar, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Make your own trail mix. For students grades 6-12. DIY Boba, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Lodi Community Room, Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Create boba popping pearls. Register at https://tinyurl. com/4wyzp2as Growing Garlic, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/9db3uabx Leave the Leaves, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina.

Thursday, October 5

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.

Head 2 Head Through October 28 Artist Milan Kerman takes two linked historical figures and combines their faces. Brunswick Library 3649 Center Road, Brunswick Journey October 9 through November 5 Works by PerSisters B. Smith Gallery Third Floor, Medina Library 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina

World Smile Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member learn computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2t69m8w8 Camp Wired, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saint Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Tween Thursday: Book Bingo, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. We Spy at the Library, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Medina Community Room B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Create a seek and find riddle. Register at https://tinyurl.com/3htdamdd Learn to Crochet: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mttbv672 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ycy2a9k8 Family Game Night, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Enjoy games with the family.

Friday, October 6

National Women Owned Business Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Medina Hospital, 1000 E. Washington Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Hide and Seek, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Play hide and seek at the library after hours. Register at http://tinyurl. com/2s3s9j79

Saturday, October 7

International Day of Peaceful Communication A Healthy Dose of Nature: Hiking Series, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Allardale Park, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. Vigorous 3- to 5-mile hike with naturalist, dress for weather, wear appropriate footwear, bring own water. Ages 10 and up. No registration, free. Harvest Fest, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Enjoy crafts, live music, and more. Trunk or Treat Pumpkin Launch Festival, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 1825 Reimer Road, Wadsworth. 18th Annual Knights of Columbus Clambake, 5 p..m to 7 p.m., Camp Paradise, 4283 Paradise Road, Seville. Clambake and all sides is $40, Chicken dinner is $35, and an extra dozen clams is $15.

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Soup Cook Off Fundraiser, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., 1464 Town Center Boulevard, Brunswick. 2nd annual soup cook off fundraiser. Tickets are $10. Register at https://tinyurl.com/bdhkwa9e Death of a Gangster Murder Mystery, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., 456 College Street, Wadsworth. Tickets are $50 each. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/ vrzxek4v Starry, Starry Nights at Letha House, 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., Letha House Lodge (West), 5800 Richmond Road, Chatham Township. Come see deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon up close using the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association’s telescopes.

Sunday, October 8

National Motorcycle Ride Day Trick Photography, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Center. $15 per person paid at time of event. Bring camera and tripod to this classroom lab time. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mt6ydhu7 ORMACO Presents: Live at the Library: Blue Soul Straight Ahead Jazz, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Enjoy free live music. Register at https://tinyurl.com/b7wdk3tv

Monday, October 9

International Subscription Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Lunch and Learn: Nutrition and Healthy Eating, noon to 1 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/bdfh56z4 Makerspace Mondays: Digitizing VHS and Camcorder Tapes, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Makerspace, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/5e5cut6n Walk-in Tech Time, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Small Second Floor Conference Room 2A, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Art in the Afternoon: Leaf Painting, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Make three different leaf paintings. Sign Language All Levels, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina 1907 Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn about deaf culture and sign language. Symbols in Stone, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Learn about tombstone iconography of the Victorian era. Monday Night Intrigue: “The Stranger in the Woods”, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Discuss the book “The Stranger in the Woods” by: Michael Finkel about a real hermit. Register at https://tinyurl.com/y5h3jhdh

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Friday, October 13

National No Excuse Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina. https://rcblood. org/32i1sbg Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Basement Book Sale Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. October 13, 14, and 15. Jack-o-Lantern Keychain, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2y2de3az Whispering Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary: Art for the Animals Auction, 7 p.m., Das Weinhaus, 3232 Earhart Road, Litchfield. Local artists donated works to raise funds for sanctuary. Food truck, raffle baskets, art. Free. For more information, call Janine Smalley at 440-212-6769.

Saturday, October 14

National Dessert Day Medina County Fall Foliage Tour, October 14 and 15. Enjoy agriculture, historical, and educational stops. See map in this issue. American Legion Paper Shredding, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Medina United Methodist Church, 4747 Foote Road, Medina. Donations gratefully accepted. American Red Cross Blood Drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hinckley Fire Old Station, 1410 Ridge Road, Hinckley. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saint Mark Church,

Tuesday, October 10

National Handbag Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with staff member for computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/48h3dxhd Adapted Storytime, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Story Time Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Storytime in a supportive environment for children with autism and sensory integration challenges. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2paekxpv American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., Medina United Methodist Church, 4747 Foote Road, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Explorastory: “Click, Clack, Moo, Cows that Type”, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2p8kwkv9

Wednesday, October 11

National Spread Joy Day Natural Discoveries, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Holmesbrook Park, 660 College Street, Wadsworth. An easy walk to explore and observe the unfolding of nature all year long. American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 5 p.m., Wadsworth YMCA, 623 School Drive, Wadsworth. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Minute to Win It Challenge, 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. For students grades 6-12. Lunch and Learn: Stay Fit While You Sit, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mtmks9az Eclipse Chalk Art, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Junk Food Art, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https://tinyurl. com/j6bhsme6

Thursday, October 12

National Farmers’ Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with staff member for computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/5e4ebcxu Camp Wired, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Books and Bakery, 11 a.m. to noon, Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Enjoy coffee and bakery items while learning new and up and coming books. Register at https://tinyurl.

com/4fh4uesv Teen After School Fun, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Space Camp, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Medina Community Room A and B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ umn7y9hv Tween Thursday: Stacked Cardboard Structure, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. For children ages 9-14. Friends of the Library Book Sale, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Basement Book Sale Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. October 12, 13, 14, and 15. Ghosts on Land and Sea, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina.

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.

Through Sunday, October 22

Healthy Kids Running Series: Brunswick, 3 p.m., Heritage Farm, 4613 Laurel Road, Brunswick. Each run has a variety of distances. For fees, registration and more information, go to https://tinyurl. com/4ty2c45f

Sunday, October 1

Harvest Walk, 8 a.m., 294 Pearl Road, Brunswick. One-mile walk through orchard (no 5K run this year), fee includes admission to Mapleside’s Pumpkin Village. Kidney patients and Centers for Dialysis Care employees walk free. For fees, registration and more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/yc28kmke

Saturday, October 21

Paws for the Cause 5k Walk/Run and 1-Mile Fun Run, 9 a.m. through 12:30 p.m., Medina Public Square. Benefits SPCA. For fees, registration, go to https://tinyurl.com/ykfn559c

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1330 N. Carpenter Street, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Basement Book Sale Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. October 14 and 15. K-9 Kapers, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Litchfield Wetlands Nature Preserve, 3005 Avon Lake Road, Litchfield Township. Hikes for humans to enjoy alongside their dogs. Adapted Music and Movement, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Children will enjoy music, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Register at https://tinyurl.com/cx8cbawd Tales and Tails, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad, Wadsworth. Therapy dogs visit the children’s area to be read to. Discovery Drop-In: Falling for Reptiles and Amphibians, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center Wetland Boardwalk, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Center. Learn about reptiles and amphibians with a naturalist. Brass Band of the Western Reserve Concert, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Road, Medina. Tickets: senior citizens, $12; adults, $15; no charge for students.

ORMACO Presents: World Tour of Music: Pacific Paradise: Island Music and Dance, 7:30 p.m., Western Reserve Masonic Community, 4931 Nettleton Road, Medina. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/2mdk5ce3

Sunday, October 15

National Lemon Bar Day Medina County Fall Foliage Tour, Last day. Enjoy agriculture, historical, and educational stops. See map in this issue. Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Basement Book Sale Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Last day. Creature Feature: Spiders, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Center. Learn how spiders live and where they live.

Monday, October 16

World Food Day Music and Movement, 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Participate in instrument playing, singing, and dancing with activities led by a board certified music therapist. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2ayft2t4 American Red Cross Blood Drive, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Medina Fire Station 1, 300 W. Reagan Parkway, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Instrument Making, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/544cesem Miyazaki Mania, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Virtual. Enjoy a trivia Kahoot game about Studio Ghibli. Register at https://tinyurl.com/wmpar57u Sign Language All Levels, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina 1907 Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn about deaf culture and sign language.

Tuesday, October 17

Brunswick 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, June 11 through October 8 Produce, consumables and crafts, free historic building tours Heritage Farm, 4613 Laurel Road, Brunswick Vendor registration information by emailing brunswickareahistory@gmail.com Medina 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, May 6 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 20 through October 7 Produce and consumables Medina Public Square Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3FSZQp5 Seville 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, starting May 27 Produce, consumables and crafts Gazebo at Maria Stanhope Park, 73 W. Main Street, Seville Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/3muNr3S Wadsworth 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, June 24 through September 30 Produce, consumables and crafts Central Intermediate School, 151 Main Street, Wadsworth Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/409S0iR

National Boss’s Day Knitting and Crochet Circle, 10 a.m. to noon, Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Beginners welcome. Making Warm Up Medina County donations. One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member to go over computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ eh8jcryc American Red Cross Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Chapel Wadsworth Campus, 1391 State Road, Wadsworth. https://rcblood. org/32i1sbg Afternoon Movie, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Enjoy snacks and a movie. Harvest Festival, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., downtown Seville. Store specials, games, bonfire, refreshments. DIY Fall Yarn Garland, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/y3sc8bs5

Wednesday, October 18

National Speak Up for Victims of Sexual Abuse Day Monster Illustrations, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Learn how to draw monsters. For students grades 6-12. Pumpkin Decorating, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Meeting Room A and B, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. The Private Life of Vincent Van Gogh, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Virtual. Register at https://tinyurl.com/bdef78x5 Spooky Cookies, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Lodi Community Room, Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Register at https://tinyurl.com/5bm7jwn8 Draining of Hinckley Lake, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Learn about the Hinckley Dam Rehabilitation Project. Register at https://tinyurl.com/45kz8urm Raven Craft, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Community Room A and B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl. com/mr4ysrmp

Thursday, October 19

National Kentucky Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member to go over computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ ynd5ua56 Camp Wired, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Tween Thursday: Robot Hand, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. For children ages 9-14. Green Cleaning, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Learn about environmentally friendly cleaning products. Celebrating Samhain, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Learn about Samhain symbolism, mythology, and more. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yc67vmmm

Friday, October 20

National Women of Skills Day Music and Movement, 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad, Wadsworth. Children will enjoy music, rhythms, dancing, and playing musical instruments. Baby Footprint Art, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/ye2xx4ud Zombie Attack, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Permission slip required. Register and find permission slip at https://tinyurl. com/bcj99sd3 Wine and Canvas, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Community Room A and B, Medina Library, 210 S Broadway Street. $20 supply fee due to presenter at event. Bring your own wine and paint a canvas to take home. Register at https://tinyurl.com/5n8hdycp 2023 Fall Reception, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Cups Cafe, 126 N. Court Street, Medina. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/ycxftt9j Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers: All Aboard!, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Lester Rail Trail, 3654, Lester Road, Medina. Enjoy train rides around a miniature train track and station house.

Saturday, October 21

National Reptile Awareness Day Adapted Storytime, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Story Time Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Storytime in a supportive environment for children with autism and sensory integration challenges. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2bx738ss 2nd Annual Chocolate Walk, staggered start times of 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., start at Root Candles, 623 W. Liberty Street, Medina. Travel around Public Square and locations to drive to collect chocolate samples until 4 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. Benefits the Medina County Arts Council. Event is rain or shine. For more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/mvrdf3ry Monster Mania Smackdown, 11 a.m. to noon, Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Build a monster out of clay and beads. Register at https://tinyurl.com/25fypbjm Halloween: Spooktacular Weekends, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Brunswick. October 21, 22, 28, and 29. Learn about Halloween animals. Discover Discography: Taylor’s Version, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Medina Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Friendship Bracelets, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/56ktj4uv Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers: All Aboard!, 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Lester Rail Trail, 3654, Lester Road, Medina. Enjoy train rides around a miniature train track and station house.

Sunday, October 22

National Scar Appreciation Day ORMACO Presents: The Wiz: Bus Trip, 11:30 a.m., Buehler’s, 3626 Medina Road, Medina. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/bdehmmzu Halloween: Spooktacular Weekends, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Brunswick. October 22, 28, and 29. Learn about Halloween animals. Natural Discoveries: Fuzzy Caterpillars, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Allardale Park, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. An easy walk to explore and observe the unfolding of nature all year long.

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National Mother-In-Law Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., First Congregational Church, 114 Church Street, Lodi. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Makerspace Mondays: Laser Engraved Pumpkins, 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Makerspace, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/58t3we2d Halloween Dance Party, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https://tinyurl. com/3nzbmn4r Lunar Eclipse Celebration, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Do a craft and learn about the eclipse. Sensory Friendly Story Time, 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad, Wadsworth. For children with sensory issues and their families. Register at https://tinyurl.com/648nkdsc Local Author Visit: Doug Waller, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Discuss Doug Waller’s book, “Standing in the Shadows: Bigfoot Stories from Southeastern Ohio”.

Tuesday, October 24

National Bologna Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member learn computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl.com/54w55mft Halloween Dance Party, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/4n6pp8vs Timeout Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sycamore Room South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https://tinyurl. com/5amd5azd Frankentoys, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mrzb2r83 Halloween Party, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Lodi Community Room, Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mryjyxzk Otaku Tuesdays, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina 1907 Room, Medina Library, 210 South Broadway Street, Medina. A discussion of all things anime, for Grades 6 through 12. Do geek crafts, learn about Japanese culture, cosplay welcome! Register at https://tinyurl.com/m427nvh8 Fall Harvest Fun, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register at https://tinyurl. com/3d9we9pm Get Creative with Creativebug: Halloween Book Page Wreath, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth.

Wednesday, October 25

National No Workplace Drama Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Root Candles, 640 W. Liberty Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Pumpkin Painting, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Costume Bingo, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Enjoy bingo, snacks, and prizes. Cybersecurity Awareness, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Community Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl. com/2ra7ze58 Exploring the Beatles “Revolver”, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Highland Community Room, Highland Library, 4160 Ridge Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl. com/bd72yaae

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Thursday, October 26

National Transgender Children Day One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member to go over computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl. com/2323bcbd Camp Wired, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Tween Thursday: That’s Gross!, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. For children ages 9-14. Medina County Hauntings, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Medina Community Room A and B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Alphabet Adventure: N is for Naptime, 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., Children’s Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register at https://tinyurl.com/4waxu46r Halloween Fashion Show, 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Story Time Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. This event is for all ages. Trick or Treat at the Library, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl. com/bdht4twf The Glory Days: The 1964 Cleveland Browns, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth.

Friday, October 27

National Black Cat Day American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Holy Martyrs Church, 3100 S. Weymouth Drive, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Teen Halloween Party, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Medina Community Room A and B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl. com/4tbcmzhw Night Hike, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Center. Enjoy a nighttime hike with a naturalist.

Saturday, October 28 National Chocolate Day

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.

Address Guide: Shale Creek Golf Course 5420 Wolff Road, Medina 330-723-8774 Pine Valley Golf Club 469 Reimer Road, Wadsworth 330-335-3375 Monday, October 9 Main Street Medina 1st Annual Scholarship Golf Outing 11 a.m. Benefits scholarship program for Medina County high school students Shale Creek Golf Course

Sunday, October 22

6th Annual Michael and Lisa Clambake Open for the Edward J. Reynolds Sr. Scholarship Fund 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Benefits scholarship fund. Pine Valley Golf Club

American Red Cross Blood Drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saint Matthew Lutheran Church, 400 N. Broadway Street, Medina. https://rcblood.org/32i1sbg Halloween: Spooktacular Weekends, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Brunswick. October 28 and 29. Learn about Halloween animals. Murder Mystery Night, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/26tkvn7f

Sunday, October 29

National Cat Day Halloween: Spooktacular Weekends, noon to 5 p.m., Susan Hambley Nature Center, 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Brunswick. Last day. Learn about Halloween animals. Mysterious World of Owls, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Buffalo Creek Retreat, 8708 Hubbard Valley Road, Seville. Learn all about owls and how they live.

Monday, October 30

National Treat Your Pet Day 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 Music and Movement, 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Children will enjoy music, dancing, and playing musical instruments led by a board certified music therapist. Register at https://tinyurl.com/42mvvyc7 Parachute Drop Day, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Medina Community Room B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register for a 15-minute time slot at https://tinyurl.com/ykzbv3aa Instrument Making, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Sycamore Room North and South, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/yktetftd Symbols in Stone, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Community Room A, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Learn about tombstone iconography of the Victorian era.

Tuesday, October 31

National Magic Day Knitting and Crochet Circle, 10 a.m. to noon, Brunswick Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Beginners welcome. Making Warm Up Medina County donations. One-on-One Tech Support, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Olive Meyer Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Schedule 30 minutes with a staff member to go over computer basics. Register at https://tinyurl. com/5yk4njzn Halloween Fest, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Trick or treat, make crafts, and more. Haunted Escape Room, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina 1907 Room, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ bdc43xw7

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