The best stories in Medina County!
Can you tell if a dog in a store is an actual service dog?
by Hannah Magrum
PG. 10
Our camera was out and snapping! PG. 25
Including related activities for all around Medina County! PG. 29
by Amy Barnes
It is funny how different people and incidents can earmark points in your life timeline. People that, at the time, seem like the least important of anyone, but their lessons somehow stick in your brain
When I was 9 years old and my sister was 6, my mother decided that living out in the country was not conducive to getting much in our trick-or-treat bags, so she drove us the two miles into town.
We popped out of the back seat at the beginning of a block and, as my mother followed, driving slower than a zombie’s walk, we walked house to house.
Our mother also listened with owl-like intensity to be sure we said, “thank you,” at every house.
Out of all of those houses and the people who handed out the chocolate bars in large and mini sizes, the candy corn, the homemade popcorn balls, there is only one person I remember.
At a small, decrepit house, there was a very tall, gaunt old man. He stood outside of his house with a pouch in his hand and his porch light on.
We watched as other kids approached him, looked confused or angry as he put something in their bag, then walked away. There were few “thank you’s.”
My sister and I hesitated. In the dark of that fall night, his house looked very spooky and he looked like the epitome of Halloween ghouls. We glanced at our mother, hoping for a signal to skip that house. No such luck. She made it clear we were to approach.
Holding our bags open, we trembled a little and our voices wavered as we said in unison, “Trick or Treat!”
Up close, the man looked even older and frailer than he had from the sidewalk. He looked us over, dug in his pouch, pulled out a penny for each of us and, with an air of great importance, he dropped one penny in each of our bags.
We were confused. A penny?
There was a throat clearing behind us, so we quickly said, “Thank you!” and went on our way.
When we returned home and poured our bounty onto the kitchen table, out of each bag rolled a penny. My Aunt Sue raised her eyebrows and looked questioningly at my mother.
My sister and I quickly chimed in about the old man and a full description of him and his house.
There were some comments from my mother and aunt as to why the old man even bothered, who was he, and how old must he be to think a penny was such a treasure.
While we enjoyed our candy, after my mother and aunt took their cut to cover “taxes,” the old man stuck in my mind and continued to be for many days and years to come as my young mind puzzled over him.
Long after I was grown, the old man would come to mind each Halloween. At some point, I realized that what mattered that night was that, as cranky and gruff as he was, he cared enough to stand outside for those hours that night, in the cold, and hand each and every child a penny.
My best friend believes that after you die, no one will remember you. He says soon you and your accomplishments will be forgotten forever and your name will never be spoken.
Is it important that our names be remembered past those who love us most?
I think what matters is the difference each of us can make to elevating all of us to doing and being better. Each person can make a difference if they choose to. Even if you are an old man handing out pennies. We each choose who we will be and what will be the legacy of ripples we leave behind.
VOLUME 7, NUMBER 9
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Hannah Magrum
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KEEPING TRUE TO THE MISSION
by Amy Barnes
An update on the work at the low-cost spay/ neuter nonprofit, Mission Possible, since we featured them in January 2020.
THE READING NOOK BEGINNINGS
by D. J. Barnett
Our Western continues with the backstory of the Willows brothers and their early misadventures.
THE READING NOOK WHEN THE CALL FOR HELP IS ANSWERED: CHAPTER 7
by Hannah Magrum
In her own words and in monthly installments, we are following Hannah Magrum’s journey of the work that goes into being matched with a service dog. Four years of waiting was just the beginning.
THE NETWORKER FAKE SUGAR TRAIL by Bob Arnold
Guidelines to follow to achieve raw networking success.
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THE INBOX REDUCE THE RISK OF LOSING BUSINESS AND PERSONAL WEALTH
by Rachel Shepard
Is business insurance worth the cost, and is it really necessary?
A calendar of area networking events
Patents recently granted to Medina County residents.
VEGAN VITTLES FETTUCINE ALFREDO
by Chris Pickens
A creamy vegan version of an old favorite
BITE ME! CREAMED CABBAGE by Curtis Hundley
Make a side dish that goes great with chicken.
DIG IT! GARLIC AND POTATO PLANTING TIME
by Michelle Riley
Tips on companion crops for garlic and getting the best garlic and potato yields.
CRITTER CRAWL FRAGILE AXOLOTLS ARE CARE INTENSIVE
by Paris Cannon
They may be a popular pet, but axolotls are not easy to keep alive.
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OF MIND AND BODY EMBRACING AUTUMN
by Amanda Liptak
How the changing of seasons can transform your mind, body and spirit.
A different area of Medina County each month!
Guidelines on submitting letters to the editor for publication.
Medina County’s annual Fall Foliage Tour celebrates fall and the best the county has to offer. A different tour every year!
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OFF THE SHELF HURRICANE AND RUSSIAN CARTEL POSE CHALLENGES AND THREATS
by Mary Olson
Riding out a Category 5 hurricane is scary enough, but Doc Ford finds he also is up against a Russian cartel bent on taking advantage and plundering empty houses.
Find the words related to the goals of Mission Possible.
by Jerry King
Our monthly cartoon by a former Disney cartoonist
A few of the community members who turned out for School House Scoops’ last day of the season.
Jump into the fun of fall!
Read the clue, collect the magnifying glass letters, and solve the puzzle!
Events celebrating Halloween throughout Medina County CELEBRATE!
A clickable directory of vetted businesses who bring you Joy!
by Amy Barnes
Sincewe last visited Mission Possible (see the original feature story in our January 2020 issue, https://tinyurl.com/yz54c38h), a lot has happened, but they have never wavered from their mission to provide care to animals.
Lisa Taylor, with lots of support from her husband, Mike, originally started the low-cost spay/neuter/ wellness facility in Loudonville, Ohio, but moved to Medina after another low-cost spay/neuter facility closed its doors.
Mission Possible opened its doors at 910 Lake Road, Medina, on November 12, 2019, a very slippery, snowy day. Yet, volunteers were not deterred and came from miles around to open the doors and showed they believed in Lisa’s dream to help as many animals as possible.
There were 35 surgeries scheduled for that first day.
In the years since, volunteers and veterinarians have come and gone but Lisa has kept a steady hand at the wheel and ensured that there has never been any doubt that the mission is, indeed, possible.
They were able to invest in a new computer system that enabled them to accept appointments online, which meant potential customers could
access the appointment calendar 24 hours a day instead of just when the busy clinic was open.
Due to the number of no-shows the clinic experienced, they instituted a deposit policy for appointments.
Pet owner education is an important part of the clinic, which has a very active social media page where pet safety tips, clinic information, lost pets, and more are posted.
In 2023, the clinic was on the move once again. This time the move was around the corner from their Lake Road location. On June 5, the clinic moved to 901 Lafayette Road, Medina, where the clinic is in a stand-alone building.
Most recently, the clinic reintroduced Dr. Amanda Getto as medical director and veterinarian for the clinic, and they are working to add additional veterinarians.
Visit the clinic’s website for a list of services and prices.
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Want to read the first chapter of this old West saga? Go to “The Death of Jimmy Two Guns,” Page 16 of the August 2023 issue of Joy of Medina County Magazine! Or click on this link: https://tinyurl.com/7hzxdejt The first installment of the second chapter, “Family Ties,” can be found on Page 11 of the Jan-Feb-Mar 2024 issue of Joy of Medina County Magazine, or click this link: https://tinyurl.com/yf77vej9
D.J. Barnett
Twoweeks later, on the day of the auction, they were finishing moving into a house in town.
There was a barn in back for the cow, a couple of horses and the buckboard. There also was a yard and a coop for the chickens.
As Sam was bringing the last load in, Sheriff Tom Hopper came by and asked him to stop by the office later. Sam agreed to be there shortly. He was worried the sheriff had some bad news about Jimmy.
After supper, he walked down to Sheriff Hopper’s office. As he walked in, the sheriff was in his usual place behind his desk, which was still overflowing with paperwork.
“Is this news about Jimmy?” Sam asked.
“No, but there is something I wanted to talk to you about. Please have a seat. Your teacher, Miss Jones, said you were one of her brightest students, good with numbers and reading. She says she is not sure there is anything more that she can really teach you. How old are you, Sam?” Hopper asked.
“I’ll be 16 next month, sir. Why do you ask?”
“I’d like to offer you a job. I could use some help around here and you seem like a smart boy. Generally cleaning and sweeping up, some errands now and then, but also help with getting this paperwork in order,” said the sheriff, as he swept his hand across his desk. “When you turn 16, if you’re interested, you could start on as my assistant. What do you say?”
“Wow, if you think I can handle it, sure,” Sam said, excitedly. “Would I get paid?”
“Of course, you would. It wouldn’t be much to start, but if you come on as a deputy you would get a raise.” Hopper said.
“That sounds great, Sheriff Hopper, we could use the extra money! I won’t let you down, sir,” Sam said, smiling.
“I don’t think you will. Glad to have you with me. I will see you here tomorrow at eight.”
He stood up to shake Sam’s hand, then Sam hurried out to tell Ma.
“Are you sure this is what you want to do Sam?” Ma asked when she heard the plan.
“Yeah, Ma, this is a great opportunity. And we can use the money. What else is there in this town? I don’t want to work at the general store or muck
out stalls at the stable. It will be OK. This is a quiet town, nothing much happens around here,” Sam reassured her. “Goodnight, Ma.”
“Goodnight, Sam.”
Martha Willows headed upstairs to bed. She couldn’t help worrying about what the future held for her boys.
Sam was at the sheriff’s office bright and early. He put the coffee pot on the cookstove and set to tidying up while he waited for Sheriff Hopper.
The sheriff came in a short time later.
“Thanks for putting the coffee on. I’ve got rounds to make. I’ll be back shortly. The place looks better already. See you later,” he said as he walked out the door.
As Sam was sweeping the front porch, his friend, Louis, stopped by.
“How are you doing, Sam? I haven’t seen you since the funeral. Sorry again your Pa.”
“Thanks, Louis. It’s been a busy couple of weeks. How are you?” Sam replied.
“School starts next week, will I see you there?” Louis asked.
“I don’t think so. Sheriff Hopper gave me a job. Working around the office for now, but when I turn 16, he’ll make me a deputy. That’ll be next month,” Sam excitedly told him.
“Are you sure that’s what you want to do?” Louis asked. “I’ll miss you in school.”
“I’ll still see you. We’re living in town at the old Parish place. You just keep writing those stories. Someday you’ll be a great writer. People everywhere will read your stories,” Sam said smiling.
“I’m not sure a lot of people are interested in reading what I have to write about,” Louis said quietly.
“You’ll find something to write about that everyone will want to read about. I’m sure of it,” Sam replied, while patting him on the back.
“Thanks Sam. I sure hope so,” said Louis, meekly. “Oh, by the way, I saw Mindy Walker at the General Store picking up a new dress she ordered for the Harvest Dance. She said to say, ‘hi.’ ”
“That’s surprising. Thanks, Louis. See you around.”
Sam tried to sound casual, but he couldn’t help smiling at the thought of Mindy Walker.
A week later, Sam was sitting outside the office.
His chores inside were mostly done, and Sheriff Hopper had told him to take a break until he needed him again. He was sitting with his feet on the rail, feeling a slight nip in the air, thinking that fall was right around the corner, when Mindy came walking by and stopped right in front of him.
“Hi Sam, it’s good to see you. We miss you in school. Louis told us you were working here. I hope you don’t mind that I stopped by.”
“N-n-not at all,” he stuttered, righting his chair and putting his boots back on the ground with a thud. “It’s nice to see you, too. How have you been?”
“I’ve been well, thank you. How do you like your job?” she asked, smiling.
“I like it a lot. It’s a lot easier than farming, that’s for sure! Sheriff Hopper said when I turn 16 in three weeks, he’ll take me on as a deputy.”
“Oh, that sounds dangerous. Do you even have a gun?” she asked.
“I’ve got my Dad’s. It’s in a box upstairs, they sent back with him from Copperfield. Sheriff Hopper has been teaching me how to shoot.” Sam proudly told her.
“Well, do be careful. Your birthday is right before the Harvest Dance. If I may be so bold, are you taking anyone to the dance?” she shyly asked.
“I wasn’t going with anyone. Sheriff Hopper said he probably would want me on duty with him. Make sure nobody gets out of line or has too much of your dad’s apple wine,” he answered, with a wink and a grin.
“Well, Daddy doesn’t mean any harm. Maybe I’ll see you there then. Maybe you can save a dance for me. I hope it’s a nice, clear night and maybe we can take a walk under the Harvest Moon,” she said, with the slightest eye flutter. “I must be getting home now. Daddy always worries if I’m not home right after school.”
Sam walked back into the sheriff’s office like he was walking on clouds.
Sheriff Hopper looked up and yelled, “Watch out, boy. You almost walked into the stove. What’s got into you? Could it have something to do with that little Walker girl I saw you talking to outside?”
Hopper couldn’t help but shake his head and laughed.
Sam turned red up his neck to his hair.
“Sorry Sheriff, I’m fine,” he said as he hurried back to mop out the cells.
There was a cattle drive due to be in town that weekend. There’d be some ranch hands letting off steam and needing a place to cool their heels.
The next few weeks went by without much fuss. It seemed Mindy always was around to say, “hi.”
It sure kept her on his mind.
He also was excited about his birthday in only two more days. The more he thought about becoming a deputy, the more he felt it was a good choice he was making.
Walking through town, deep in his daydreaming, he almost didn’t notice the stage pull up.
Luckily, his friend, Louis, saw him and pulled him
back before he stepped into the street.
“Watch out, Sam, that was close! What’s got you so preoccupied? Or maybe I should say who?” Louis joked.
Sam punched him in the arm.
“Thanks Louis. I guess I’ve just got a lot on my mind. I’m going to be a deputy in three days, it’s been a year of big changes. I’m hoping for some good for Ma and me. She still gets sad when she thinks of Dad and Jimmy.”
“Have you heard from Jimmy?” Louis asked.
“No, not so much as a letter or a postcard. I hope he’s OK. I know he could be a little wild but he’s still my brother,” Sam sadly replied.
As they stood lost in their own thoughts, Sam noticed a man get off the stage. Tall and lean, dark hair, goatee and black hat pulled low with a silver hatband. What drew his attention most was the pair of silver pearl-handled Colts at his hips.
A chill ran down his spine. He didn’t know who he was, but he looked dangerous.
The man stepped off the stage and stopped right in front of Louis and Sam. Louis took a step back, but Sam held his ground.
“I wonder if you boys could point me in the direction of the hotel and then the saloon. You do have one of each in this town, don’t you?” he asked in a voice, deep and low.
Sam hesitated, then pointed the way as he said, “The hotel is just down on the right and the saloon is directly across the street from it.”
The man thanked him and said, “And where might I find the sheriff’s office. I’m a gambler by profession and I like to introduce myself to the local peacekeeper to let him know my intentions, so there are no misunderstandings.”
With a shaking hand, Sam pointed across the street.
“Thank you again, boys. I think I’ll go get settled in and then pay the man a visit.”
With that, he turned on his heel, grabbed the black valise the driver handed down, and made his way down the street.
As soon as Sam was sure the stranger was not looking back, he headed across the street.
Sam burst into the office so fast the sheriff dropped the sandwich he was eating and went for his gun before he realized it was Sam.
“What the devil has gotten into you boy? That’s a good way to get shot!”
Continued in the next issue of Joy of Medina County Magazine!
Don Barnett lives in Hinckley with his wife, April; his son, Robert; and daughter, Skylar. He is a 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.
This is the first-account story of Medina resident Hannah Magrum and her journey to gaining a service dog and independence. We join her already four years into her effort, as she trains with her new service dog, Robbie. The first installment of their journey can be found on Page 6 of the April 2024 issue ( https://tinyurl.com/5h89wc46 ) and each month thereafter.
story and photos by Hannah Magrum
is back in full swing and with it comes busy weeks. We decided, however, to take a break and go to Cedar Point over Labor Day, with the good weather we thought it would be a good break.
Much like having kids, more planning goes into
account when you have a service dog.
I had to make sure we had her collapsible water bowl, enough treats for the day knowing we were going to be in a new environment, as well as food.
We also always keep a first aid kit in the car, which includes supplies for Robbie.
Because it was a high of only 70 degrees that day, I decided to skip having her wear her shoes. We are still working on building up duration and I did not want to cause her any potential discomfort.
Cedar Point is unlike Disney World, in that at Disney World crates are provided at each ride for a service dog to safely wait in for your return. At Cedar Point, there are no crates, so you have to do a rider swap, with someone remaining with the service dog.
The first ride I did without Robbie, a friend held her leash while my husband and I rode the ride. It was a ride where Robbie could see me the entire time, and I know it helped her. However, she could not get to me which she did not like.
The minute I got off the ride and outside of the fenced-in area, where my friend could bring Robbie to me, it was like I had left Robbie for days, she was so excited to be reunited.
While Cedar Point has a lot of great access, it also has challenges.
One challenge in particular is that there is only one pet-relief area within the entire park.
While I tried to give Robbie frequent bathroom breaks, she did have an accident as I was taking her back to the relief area and she just could not hold it any longer.
Luckily, I always have clean-up items with me, so we were able to clean up her accident. We will have to adjust for future visits since that is a challenge given the size of the park, but only one area she can utilize.
We have added some new tasks recently, building upon skills she already has.
One is she will pull a blanket off of my lap and then drag it to the couch, where she will then put her paws on the couch and pull the blanket up onto the couch. She caught on to this task very quickly.
The other task is one of my favorites. Robbie will pick up an item or take an item from me, and then she will take it to the specific family person I tell her to find.
This becomes particularly helpful when I need the kids to pick up things, like their shoes.
Recently, on a regular grocery store outing we came across a small dog on a blanket in a shopping cart.
The dog did not have a service dog vest and reacted to Robbie by trying to jump out of the shopping cart.
Robbie did great, and while she looked at the other dog, she did not react to her, and continued to check in with me.
I want to mention that there was one sign that the dog is likely not a service dog, do you know what it was?
It was not the fact that the dog was in the shopping cart or that the dog did not have a service dog vest on, it was the fact that the dog had such a strong reaction to Robbie.
Did you know that a service dog needs to remain under its handler’s control at all times and if the
handler is unable to get control over their service dog, then the service dog and the handler can be asked to leave the public space?
There is no requirement that a service dog wear any specific vest or even a vest at all.
While it is not common for a service dog to sit in a shopping cart, I imagine there may be some tasks in limited situations for certain teams that it might be needed, which is not the case for Robbie. She just walks on a leash.
I wanted to highlight this as it is becoming more common to see people bringing their dogs into public spaces that are not pet friendly locations. This makes it only more challenging for legitimate service dog teams to function in those spaces.
Emotional support animals do not have public access rights and should not be in public spaces that are not pet-friendly spaces.
There is a lot of misinformation, particularly from companies that promote “certifications” for emotional support animals, claiming that it will give them public access, which it does not.
Robbie has her annual public access test coming up where The Ability Center of Toledo will run her through testing to ensure she is still qualified and has the necessary skill to work in public spaces.
We never stop training together and you can all support service dog teams by having basic knowledge of access rights for service dogs, as well as knowing the difference between an emotional support animal and a service dog.
Hannah Magrum has Charcut Marie Tooth and uses a variety of mobility aids. She is passionate about disability advocacy and being an advisor who focuses her financial practice on helping those with disabilities financially plan for the future.
BUSINESS: THE NETWORKER
by Bob Arnold
Most of us love sugar!
The food industry knows this and has come up with several fake ways of providing sweetness without the calories. However, they come with some other drawbacks.
The Washington Post published a report on these in 2023, titled How fake sugars sneak into foods and disrupt metabolic health.
In the article, the Post explained, “The food industry says sugar substitutes help people manage their weight and reduce intake of added sugars. But studies suggest that fake sugars can also have unexpected effects on your gut and metabolic health and even promote food cravings and insulin resistance, a precursor to Type 2 diabetes.”
According to the article, when people who were given aspartame, saccharin, stevia, or sucralose in amounts below the FDA’s daily allowances, they experienced changes in such things as the function and composition of gut microbiomes, which are the bacteria, viruses and fungi that live in the intestines.
Networking has its own fake sugar.
I have been to many events that are touted as a networking event, and what happens when I get there is we all sit down in a chair and listen to a talk. Any organized networking was not to be found.
Fake networking sugar is found in such advertising, in fact, the networking is the fake sugar used to draw us in. It does not work! Bad networking is bad for gut health, also. True raw networking should:
1. Have an organized plan to meet people you do not know yet.
2. Find out who is attending and pick 5 people you want to meet. This sets your mindset on actively meeting people.
3. Be genuine as you talk with new friends. No sales pitch allowed! Rather, have a discussion about what they and what you do to help others achieve something.
4. Ask genuine questions; then listen and ask follow-up questions.
You will almost always walk out with a couple of people to follow up with.
Success! And no fake sugar!
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
BUSINESS: THE INBOX
by Rachel Shepard
In most states, it is the law to have car insurance.
Auto insurance protects your property and your finances if you cause an accident. The insurance is there in case it is needed, but we hope we never do.
The same can be said regarding business insurance.
Business insurance can help to protect your business and personal assets from risks, legal claims and settlements that can come up during normal operations.
The types of insurance and the amount of coverage needed is determined by the type and size of the business.
Mandatory business insurance in Ohio includes auto insurance and workers compensation insurance if a company has one or more employees.
The main types of business insurance include general liability insurance, commercial property insurance, and business income insurance which can be packaged as a business owners’ policy (BOP).
Professional liability insurance, also known as errors and omissions insurance, will help cover lawsuits claiming that you made a mistake in the services you provided.
It is similar to malpractice insurance for medical professionals in that it can cover legal costs if a client sues your business for a mistake.
Another type of business insurance Reduis Cyber Insurance which may help pay costs related to a data breach. Why should a business obtain insurance? Without business insurance, business owners may have to pay out-of-pocket for costly damages and legal claims against their company. This could financially devastate a business.
How much will it cost to cover your small business? It will depend on your coverage limits, your claims history, type of business, annual revenue, number of employees, etc.
Typical costs for business owners’ policies (BOPs) range from $40 to $115 per month.
General liability insurance policies range from $25 to $115 per month.
Professional liability insurance ranges from $45 to $165 per month, although architects and engineers may pay an average of $257 per month.
You can save money by paying annually, asking about discounts, shopping around, and increasing your deductible.
In summary, insurance can cost as little as $25 per month, and it is a smart way to avoid unnecessary risks while operating a business.
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
Local business networking events, not category restricted
Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
Chamber membership requirement after two events.
Tuesday, October 1
Monthly Member Meeting: Chamber Field Trip, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 777 E. Union Street, Medina. Visit with students, staff and engage in interactive stations. Chamber members, $15 per person. Register at https://tinyurl.com/ bunvunka
Wednesday, October 16
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/58smz3fb
Thursday, October 21
BusinessBrew, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Akronym Public House, 5121 Buehlers Drive, Medina. Free. For more information and to register, go to https:// tinyurl.com/4a86f83k
Friday, October 25
Chamber Chat, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., United Way Summit Medina, 23 Public Square, L-1, Medina. Free. Register at https://tinyurl.com/552hmn84
Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance Chamber membership requirement after two events.
Thursday, October 10
NMCCA Annual Clambake, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Bunker Hill Golf Course, 3060 Pearl Road, Medina. Sponsored by Transitional Living Centers. Costume contest, raffles, cauldron of booze. More information and register at https://tinyurl. com/5n6dfk6c
Wednesday, October 16
Membership Luncheon: Update on School Districts, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Medina Count Career Center/ Center Café, 1101 W. Liberty, Medina.
$25 chamber members, $30 nonmembers Register at https://tinyurl. com/bdfnsur7
Wadsworth Area Chamber of Commerce
Chamber membership requirement after two events.
Thursday, October 10
Women in Leadership Luncheon, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., 10036 Rittman Road, Wadsworth. No further details were available by press time. $15 per person, includes lunch. For more information and to register go to https://tinyurl.com/49zc4txe
Saturday, October 19
Name That Tune, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Memory Lane Event Center, 456 College Street, Wadsworth. Friendly competition of teams of 10 each. $35 per person, includes dinner. Register at https://tinyurl.com/wxju6h9p
Thursday, October 24
Mochas and Mentors, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Call 330-336-6150 for more information.
Wednesday, October 30
2024 Holiday Flavors of the Chamber, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Galaxy Restaurant and Event Center, 201 Park Center Drive, Wadsworth. Sample wares by local caterers. $20 per person. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/5ey6y8f9
Monday, November 4
Women in Leadership Luncheon, noon to 1 p.m., Cambria’s Bistro, 132 Main Street, Wadsworth. Speaker: Sandra Wentz, cofounder of Elevate Business Advisors. $15 per person, includes lunch. Register at https:// tinyurl.com/mr2tyju3
Seville Area Chamber of Commerce
No information available by press time.
Patents recently granted to Medina County residents. Only county residents are included, although there may be additional people listed as patent grantees. Want to learn more about any of the patents? Put the number into the patent search at https://tinyurl.com/yyzef5sy
Patent for: Brackets, Bins and Shelves Number: 12,070,126
To: Paul A. Mueller
City of Residence: Wadsworth
Patent for: System for Monitoring the Integrity of a Roof Number: 12,072,263
To: Joseph C. Cobb and Jeffrey Cacioppo
City of Residence: Medina
Patent for: Similarity Treeing for Clustering Data Points Number: 12,072,956
To: Alexander Iudice
City of Residence: Valley City
Patent for: Adjustable Handle Assembly for a Walk-Behind Mower Number: 12,082,523
To: Mark Driscoll
City of Residence: Valley City
Patent for: Nonpneumatic Tire Having Multiple Shear Hoops Number: 12,083,837
To: Robert W. Asper
City of Residence: Wadsworth
Patent for: Blending Container With Plate Insert and Blade Assembly Number: 12,089,785
To: Brenton Krivos
City of Residence: Brunswick
Patent for: Disconnect Clutch Piston Cooling Flow Port Number: 12,092,168
To: John Volcansek
City of Residence: Medina
by Chris Pickens
A few descriptive words used when I think of this dish are creamy, smooth, tasty, and filling. It only has four ingredients, and it is very simple to prepare. It can be the main entree yet also prepared as a side dish. It is vegan and also gluten free! Enjoy!
• 16 ounces rice linguine noodles
• 13 ounces can of light coconut milk
• 8 ounces vegan mozzarella cheez
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
As you heat the water to cook the rice noodles, in a small saucepan, slowly warm the coconut milk Once it is warmed throughout, add the nutritional yeast flakes, and shredded cheez. Continuously stir on low heat. Once it is a creamy consistency, remove from heat and set aside. After the rice noodles are fully cooked, stir in the cream sauce.
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.
HOME AND GARDEN: BITE ME!
by Curtis Hundley
This month’s column goes way back and features one of my grandmother’s old recipes.
• 2 teaspoons of butter
• 4 to 5 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 green pepper, cut into thin slices
• 2 teaspoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 1/4 ounces cream cheese
Melt butter in a large cast iron skillet or other heavy skillet. Add cabbage and green peppers, toss to coat. Stir in water, salt and pepper. Cover, simmer until cabbage is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add cream cheese and stir until melted. This dish takes approximately 25 to 35 minutes to prepare. A half cup of creamed cabbage has 100 calories, 9 grams of fat, 1 gram of fiber. It goes great with baked or grilled chicken.
Hundley cooks more by sense than measurement, and he greatly enjoys cooking for his family and fiancé. He has promised his fiance’ that he will have dinner ready for her every day after work once they get married. She is really looking forward to that!
Help Abandoned Cats in Medina County through Trap, Neuter/Spay, Return
By spaying and neutering
just 1 female and 1 male cat, more than 2,000 unwanted births can be prevented in just 4 years – and more than 2 million in 8 years!
by Michelle Riley
From late September through early October is a great time to plant garlic and potatoes, not necessarily together, but planting them together is not a bad idea, either.
Planting garlic amongst potatoes has been found to be a dynamic duo in the garden
Garlic can act as a natural fungicide protecting the potatoes from potato blight and potato scab. Planting garlic with can be more effective than using fungicide.
The sulfur odor of garlic also can deter other garden pests, which is why garlic is a great companion crop for so many other vegetables such as tomatoes, cabbages, carrots, herbs, and even fruit trees.
A word of caution, however. Do not plant garlic too close to allium or other onion crops as this may encourage the onion maggot to move into the area.
It also is not a good idea to plant garlic amongst peas or beans as garlic has been known to stunt the growth of these crops. Keep this in mind when planting a fall garlic crop to be sure to avoid planting it in areas where certain spring crops may be planted that may not enjoy the presence of garlic. When planting garlic, find an area that receives six hours of direct sunlight each day, preferably full sun. Remove any debris from the area and till to a depth of 6 to 8 inches deep.
Add organic material such as a good, aged compost or premoistened peat moss. Be sure the area is well draining, as garlic does not like to have wet feet.
Once the area has been prepared, plant the garlic cloves 3 to 4 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart. Cover the area with 4 to 6 inches of mulch such as straw, leaves or finely shredded bark. The mulch will help to regulate soil temperatures, protect the bulbs from the cold, and suppress weeds.
After the garlic has been planted, water well.
The garlic should be ready for harvest around June.
For more information about how to plant potatoes please see the “Dig It!” column on Page 12 of the May 2023 issue of Joy of Medina County Magazine (https://tinyurl. com/4v26kj8u).
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
HOME AND GARDEN: CRITTER CRAWL
by Paris Cannon
As cute and as beautiful as they can be, caring for an axolotl can be tricky.
They are a paedomorphic salamander native to Mexico, retaining their juvenile characteristics into adulthood, unlike most other salamander species.
Despite where they come from, they prefer extremely cold water and require very specific water parameters to stay healthy.
The minimum tank size for a full-grown adult axolotl is a 20-gallon long. Add at least 10 gallons per axolotl for additional axolotls
However, when it comes to enclosures, bigger is always better, and they should be provided the largest enclosure possible.
They should be kept at 60- to 68-degrees Fahrenheit. If the tank is kept at any higher a temperature, the axolotls will be extremely stressed and will likely die.
The tank should be cycled beforehand so that the ammonia or nitrites do not build up, as a buildup of either is extremely deadly.
Nitrates should be kept below 20 parts per million. The pH of the water should be kept between 6.5 and 8. A liquid test kit can be used to test for ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, and pH. Refrain from using test strips as they do not provide accurate results and will give false readings.
An axolotl’s diet should primarily be made up of earthworms. The easiest worms to obtain are nightcrawlers and red wigglers, both of which can be purchased bulk from online sellers or fishing bait shops. They also can be fed salmon pellets, shrimp and raw unseasoned salmon from time to time. Bloodworms, brine shrimp and krill should be used strictly as treats and not be staples in adult diets.
Any substrate kept with an axolotl should be less than 1 millimeter in diameter or three times larger than its head, otherwise there is a risk the axolotl will get impacted and die. Most importantly, avoid using gravel.
Many new owners make the mistake of giving their axolotls gravel, which the axolotls then eat and die from the impaction it causes in their digestive tracts.
Paris Cannon lives with her husband 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. Cannon also can supply information on where to obtain pets mentioned in her column.
by Amanda Liptak
As autumn sweeps in, nature begins its beautiful transformation, and it invites us to do the same.
The crisp air, golden hues and shorter days signal not only a change in the environment but also an opportunity to reconnect with ourselves.
Seasonal transitions, particularly the shift into autumn, have a profound impact on our mind, body and spirit. Here is how you can embrace the fall season and thrive during this change.
1. Commit to Mental Reflection
Autumn is often associated with letting go, a theme seen in falling leaves and cooling temperatures. Similarly, our minds benefit from the opportunity to release mental clutter. Use this time to engage in reflection and mindfulness practices. Journaling, meditation and quiet contemplation are excellent ways to tune in to your inner world, allowing you to process emotions, reset intentions and refocus before the winter months.
Try writing about what you are ready to release this season. Whether it’s stress, unhealthy habits, or lingering worries, take time to acknowledge what no longer serves you and let it go.
2. Aligning Your Diet with the Season
Autumn brings a bounty of nutrient-dense seasonal foods such as pumpkins, squash, sweet potatoes, and dark leafy greens. These vegetables are not only rich in vitamins and antioxidants but also comforting as the weather cools. According to Ayurvedic principles, autumn is the season of Vata, characterized by wind, dryness, and cold. To balance Vata energy, focus on warm, grounding meals that nourish both body and spirit.
Try incorporating hearty soups, roasted root vegetables, and warming spices like cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger into your diet to stay in sync with nature’s rhythms.
3. Connecting with Nature
The vibrant colors and crisp autumn air make it the perfect time to reconnect with nature. Studies show that spending time outdoors can reduce stress, boost mood, and even enhance creativity. Whether it is a hike through the woods, a stroll through a local park, or simply sitting outside with a warm cup of tea, allow nature’s changing landscape to inspire and revitalize your spirit.
Autumn can be a transformative time for mind, body and spirit. Use the seasonal shift to slow down, nurture yourself, and welcome positive change into your life.
Amanda Liptak is a registered dietitian nutritionist with more than 20 years of experience. She is the owner of Nutrient Rich Life Nutrition Coaching, a functional nutrition coaching company that provides comprehensive weight loss support for men and women. Visit www.nutrientrichlife.org and learn more about Liptak at http://tinyurl.com/32zfajue
by Amy Barnes
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.
Time to chow!
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1. Litchfield Historical Society 9268 Norwalk Rd, Litchfield
2. Das Weinhaus 3232 Erhart Rd, Litchfield
3. York Historical Society 6547 Spellman St, Medina
4. Buckeye Library 6625 Wolff Rd, Medina
5. Ravines Edge Farm 4189 Hamilton Rd, Medina
6. Medina County Veterans Memorial Hall 620 N. Broadway St, Medina
7. John Smart House Museum, Home of the Medina County Historical Society 206 N Elmwood Ave, Medina
8. Medina County Home 6144 Wedgewood Road, Medina
9. Richardson Farms 6984 Lafayette Rd, Medina
10. Izaak Walton League 7085 Friendsville Rd, Medina
11. Phillips Farm 8148 Spencer Lake Rd, Medina
A. Ohio Department of Agriculture Preserved Farmland Sign (Drive Past Only)
B. Gold Star Families Memorial 3878 OH-252, Medina
C. Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District Gardens & Prairie 6090 Wedgewood Rd, Medina
D. Chippewa Inlet Trail North 5803 Lafayette Rd, Medina
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Stop by to see a display of newly acquired rural veterinary tools, as well as antique maps and quilts and a collection of Litchfield artifacts, photos and local lore.
Das Weinhaus 2
Litchfield Historical Society Medina Co. Veteran’s Memorial Hall
Visit for this unique opportunity for families to learn about the service & sacrifice of veterans from the Civil War to the present. There is much for adults and children to discover. Pre-packaged snacks and drinks available for donation.
Delight in the atmosphere of this charming 18acre winery and vineyard, sample tasty wines and learn how wine is made in the processing facility.
John Smart House Museum 7
Izaak Walton League 10
Take time to appreciate this historical society which features a one-room schoolhouse, post & beam barn, granary, loom and spinning wheel demos, and antique cars and tractors. Plenty of activities will be on offer for kids , too York Historical 3
Buckeye Library 4
Enjoy multiple activities throughout the weekend including both kid and adult -friendly crafts, activities and seasonal displays. Buckeye Library is home to the Outreach Bookmobile and maintenance/delivery departments for the district.
Ravine’s Edge 5
Tour this sweet little farm in the heart of Medina. Hike the beautiful sugarbush, climb the ravine, get some sweets in the sugarhouse and visit with the fun farm animals.
Tour this elegant Victorian home built in 1886. All 11 rooms are designed for the period and offer special exhibits. It also contains the society’s artifacts and research materials.
Marvel at this beautiful 73-acre site complete with forests, lakes, and prairies. Explore the trails, try your hand at fishing and archery, and learn to identify plants and trees.
Phillips Farm 11
Learn about this family-oriented farm that raises sheep and beef using intensive rotational grazing practices. Discover how the conservation practices being used on the farm improve soil health and longevity of farming operation.
Medina County Home 8
Drop by this unique and irreplaceable facility for Medina County residents in need. Since 1894, the Medina County Home has been providing quality care to its residents. Learn all about the history and mission that make the home a county treasure.
Points of Interest – No organized activities and, in some cases, no parking areas.
Richardson Farms 9
Ohio Department of Agriculture Preserved Farmland SignThis farm was conserved for agricultural uses through the Clean Ohio Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP) with Western Reserve Land Conservancy acting as the local sponsor.
Gold Star Families Memorial - Monument honoring the families of service men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the military.
Visit this six-generation family farm of fruit and vegetable growers to walk through the greenhouses, view pieces of farm equipment and learn about the family’s history. Farm market items available for purchase and hayrides available for a small fee
Thank you to our GOLD LEVEL Sponsors Medina County Gazette and Joy of Medina County Magazine for their support of the tour.
MCSWCD Gardens & Prairie - Take a self-guided tour around the gardens and prairie to learn how native plants decrease stormwater runoff and improve habitat to support our local wildlife.
Chippewa Inlet Trail North - This path, with an entry point and parking area off U.S. Route 42, is the northern trailhead of the Chippewa Inlet Trail. A crushed limestone path encircles a beautiful wetland area, which is home to numerous waterfowl.
by Mary Olson
Book: “One Deadly Eye”
Author: Randy Wayne White Rating (out of 5 possible):
Hurricane season, for those living along the coast, is an anxious time. Combine deadly weather with criminals set on exploiting the chaos that immediately follows a storm, and the result is a tense, riveting novel, “One Deadly Eye,” by Randy Wayne White.
White lives on Sanibel Island and did not evacuate during Hurricane Ian in September 2022. The devastation he witnessed is a core feature of the novel.
The author writes the bestselling Doc Ford novels, along with a series featuring fishing guide and unorthodox problemsolver Hannah Smith. Both series are set on the Gulf coast of Florida and around the world.
Readers who like a strong sense of place and multifaceted characters in their novels will find much to enjoy in both series.
“One Deadly Eye” is the 17th novel in the Doc Ford series, and it pits Doc against two enemies: a massive Category 5 hurricane and a Russian cartel of mercenaries.
As expert eyes watch the Caribbean and the latest developing hurricane, Coast Guard and police officers mysteriously go missing or are killed in the cities where the
storm is predicted to make landfall.
The storm narrows its sights on Sanibel Island, and another officer vanishes.
Doc Ford, from his time as a secret operative, has everything he needs to ride out a hurricane. He sends his partner, Hannah, their young son Isaac, and Hannah’s mother north to safety while he stays on the island.
Doc hears chatter, through his sources, of a group of Russian mercenaries who have identified homes belonging to the uber-wealthy as targets for looting in the immediate aftermath of the storm.
When Ian slams into the island with 149-mile-per-hour winds and 12 feet of storm surge, Doc soon realizes nature is as formidable an enemy as the criminals.
Yet, his human enemies are already on the island, and they are coming for Doc.
“One Deadly Eye” is a thoroughly engrossing novel set during one of the most devastating hurricanes ever to hit the U.S.
The author’s real-life experience adds immense drama, and the criminal enterprise Doc must fight is entirely believable.
Mary Olson is the readers’ advisory librarian at the Medina County District Library. To learn more about her, go to https://bit.ly/3gZ1mg1
MIRTH AND JOY
by Jerry King
“We’ll have to call tech-support. This device came with a bug”
Knowledge regarding animal rights has become more prevalent throughout the world and while this does aid in the protection of animals, many people are still unaware of the struggles that animals are facing. Starvation, disease, abuse, overpopulation in shelters, and lack of general resources are only a few of the battles that animals encounter.
The mission of Rescue Me Pawsome Style, Inc. is to bridge this gap and to shine a light on the plight of unwanted and abandoned dogs by providing them with stable and loving homes. We are interwoven with our rescue partners, transporters, and veterinarians. We educate and are forever grateful for the compassion and care of our many fosters and adopters.
Please help us to continue our work: Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/forthepups
Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/rmpsdogs
Cashapp: @ RMPSrescue
Mailing Address: R.M.P.S 3454 Forest Lake Drive Medina, OH 44256
byAmy Barnes
The beginning of fall brings the closing of School House Scoops for the season. Their last day before fall closes in was September 22, 2024. They will be back the first week of May 2025, says owner Mike Eleo. We were there to catch a few of those anxious to get that one more ice cream treat before winter hibernation!
Ashley and Chris Eilmann brought their kids, Rylee and Brayden.
with granddaughters, from left, Elizabeth and
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Tuesday, October 1
CD Player Day https://tinyurl.com/3tcjf7w4
Ethnic Food Sale, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., St Emilian Byzantine Catholic Church,1231 Substation Road, Brunswick.
Brunswick. All foods are made by our parishioners and are frozen. You take them home, defrost and heat and eat. Foods include pierogie, potato cheese, kraut, potato kraut and prune, paprikash, stuffed cabbage, fruit, nut rolls. Information http://stemilian.com
One Year, One Quest: Discovering America’s Heritage Through its National Parks, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library.132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Tom Wright shares his journey visiting 424 National Park Service sites in a year. Adult program. Information at https://tinyurl.com/c2hn4hbv
2024 Social Security Educational Workshop, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sycamore Room North, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick.
Wednesday, October 2
National Name Your Car Day https://tinyurl. com/3hkruh6n
Teen Whatever Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Hickory Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick. Food, crafts, games, more.
Harry Potter Club: Forbidden Forest, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Children’s Activity Room. Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Build oversized arachnid, herds of Hippogriffs, or the skeletal thestalst. Learn archery. Ages 9 to 14. https://tinyurl.com/mt7y9pr7
DIY Native American Flutes, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Register at https://tinyurl.com/3vxrf655
Smartphone Photography, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Public Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Learn smartphone photography techniques. https://tinyurl.com/sr452x7d
Thursday, October 3
Mean Girls Day https://tinyurl.com/4vph8zjr
Camp Wired: Using the Web to Get Stuff Done, 10:30
a.m. to noon, Medina Computer Lab, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina.
What’s Your Sign?, 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Buckeye Community Room, Buckeye Library, 6625 Wolff Road, Medina. Build birth chart, learn about astrology, make Zodiac swag.
American Red Cross Blood Drive 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saint Ambrose Church, 929 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama
Tween Thursday: Scrabble Art, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room. Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Use letter tiles to make art. Ages 9 to 14. https://tinyurl.com/5af5nk8w
Family Game Night, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room. Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Drop in to play an old favorite or try a brand new game. All ages. https://tinyurl.com/yc2u7vkm
Friday, October 4
World Smile Day https://tinyurl.com/bdr49792
American Red Cross Blood Drive 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Medina Hospital, 1000 E. Washington Street, Medina https://tinyurl.com/p36whama
Read to a Therapy Dog, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Storytime Room, Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Road, Brunswick.
Saturday, October 5
Bookshop Day https://tinyurl.com/y7shyznj
Writers Series: Writers Conference, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Community Rooms A and B, Medina Library, 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina. Adults learn how to make writing a career, publicizing book, more. Bring copy of first page of your book for expert feedback. Books available for purchase, author signings, raffles. Lunch is on your own. Register at https://tinyurl.com/2td779m2 Fun on the Farm: An Ability Inclusive Event, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1438 Center Road, Hinckley. Hosted by Farming With Friends. Hay rides, pumpkin painting, egg tossing, apple throwing, pumpkin shot put, bounce house, face painting, obstacle course, music, balloon animals, cornhole, pie-eating contest and more. Food and merchandise available for purchase. Park at Hinckley Preparatory Academy, 1586 Center Road, Hinckley. Shuttle service available. Bring own bottle, water refills available. All-ability event. https://tinyurl. com/c7ubphbf
Enchanted Affair, noon to 3 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. Adult and teen event with Mocktails, selfie stations, face painting. Books for sale, costumes encouraged.
Starry, Starry Nights at Letha House, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., West Lodge, 5800 Richman Road, Chatham Township. Observatory open for public viewing, member available for QandA, and personal telescope instruction. More information: https://tinyurl.com/bdf5ye5a
Sunday, October 6
Mad Hatter Day https://tinyurl.com/58bxcf27
Third Annual Tats for Cats, 10 a.m., Mission Possible Animal Hospital, 901 Lafayette, Medina. Proceeds benefit cat charities. Select design from flash tattoo sheet.
Cross-Country Orienteering, 10:30 a.m to 2 p.m., Allardale Open Air Shelter, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. Courses on topographic maps for all skill levels. Bring your own compass, whistle, and water bottle. Pre Registration: https://tinyurl.com/bdfte9rp
Medina County Historical Society, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 206 North Elmwood Street, Medina. Open house Self guided tours at the John Smart House.Admission: $5 adults, $4 Seniors, $3 students ages 7 to 18. Last tour starts at 3:30 p.m. https://tinyurl.com/56vnavx6
Monday, October 7
You Matter to Me Day https://tinyurl.com/33xyvdbd Spider Storytime, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Community Room, Lodi Library, 635 Wooster Street, Lodi. Spider stories, make spider, play in spider sensory bin. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yxxtyxfj
Memory Cafe, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Community Room,
Sunday, October 13
Trick or Treat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mill Street Makers Market, Medina
Wednesday, October 16
Ghostly Lore Surrounding Medina’s Most Haunted Places, 6:30 p.m., Community Rooms A and B, Medina Library, 210 South Broadway, Medina. Hosted by Medina County Historical Society. Brandon Massullo returns to share lore he discovered when writing “Haunted Medina County.” Free.
Friday, October 18
The Society Boo Bash 2024, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Camp Paradise, 4283 Paradise Road, Seville. Hosted by SHC/The Society. Family friendly, inclusive event. Hayrides, trick or treat, witch’s cabin, Halloween games and activities, raffles, more. Suggested donation, $5 per car. Food trucks will have food for sale.
Saturday, October 19
Touch-A Truck or Treat, noon to 3 p.m., Cloverleaf Recreation Center, 8525 Friendsville Road, Lodi. Explore trucks, construction equipment, police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, more. Food trucks with food for purchase.
Halloween Public Run, 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 3654 Lester Road, Medina. Free 10- to 15-minute ride on miniature train. Halloween decorations line the rails. Wear costumes. No trailing, long, flowing garments. All ages.
Friday, October 25
Trunk or Treat, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Gridiron Guys, 3950 Pearl Road, Medina. Food and cash donations will be accepted for Feeding Medina County. Games, crafts, trunk or treating, more. While supplies last. To sponsor, donate or for more information, call 216-347-0982.
Trick or Treat in the Warehouse, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., 220 N. State Road, Medina. Hosted by The Common Ground. Trick or treating at each shop, costume contest, food trucks, more.
Saturday, October 26
Summa Health Trunk or Treat, 10 a.m. to noon, Summa Health Medina Medical Center, 3780 Medina Road, Medina. Touch a truck, face painting, balloon animals, raffles, trick or treating, tricks, treats, pizza available for purchase. Fourth Annual Trick or Treating With the Gypsies, noon to 3 p.m., GypsyMoon, 335 North Court Street, Medina. Wear a costume, get a treat. All ages. Lafayette Trunk or Treat, noon to 3 p.m., Lafayette Safety Services Building, 6367 Technology Lane, Medina. Noon to 2:30 p.m. is games, food, activities. Trunk or treating starts at 2:30 p.m. Geared for elementary-age children but all are welcome. Register with Kristen at 330-725-6515, Ext. 9 or email admin@lafayettetownship.com with number of guests. MCSPCA’S Second Annual Trunk or Treat, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., 8790 Guilford Road, Seville. Candy, balloon artist, face painting, photo booth, food truck, meet adoptable pets at SPCA shelter. Bring humans and pets.
Trick or Treating, Wadsworth, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 30
Trick or Treat, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Medina Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, 555 Springbrook Drive, Medina. All are welcome.
Trunk or Treat, 10 a.m. to noon, Summa Health Medina Medical Center, 3780 Medina Road, Medina
Thursday, October 31
Trick or Treating, Brunswick, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m
Trick or Treating, Chippewa, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Trick or Treating, Hinckley, discouraged by township because of dark rural roads
Trick or Treating, Medina, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Halloween Bash: Spooktacular Trick or Treat, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., Seville Library, 45 Center Street, Seville. More information at 330-769-2852
Buckeye Library. Resources for people with memory loss and caregivers. https://tinyurl.com/2s3uy4xv
American Red Cross Blood Drive noon to 6 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama Art in the Afternoon: Mexican Sugar Skulls, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Sugar skull painting using blot technique. Ages 5 to 12. https://tinyurl.com/ w3yt87vu
Beginners Sign Language, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Community Room B, Medina Library. Beginning sign language and Deaf culture. https://tinyurl.com/22zys7s8 Tuesday, October 8
National Face Your Fears Day https://tinyurl. com/3ttscsxu
Senior Strides, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Sharon Nature Preserve, 6734 State Road, Wadsworth. One to two mile social walk for seniors.https://tinyurl.com/bdwezmkn Sense Hike, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., 8600 Hubbard Valley Road, Seville. Use your senses on a hike through Hubbard Valley Park. https://tinyurl.com/yc78rb65
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.
From Clay to Power through October 31
Emile George Mechail Highland Library 4160 Ridge Road, Medina
Integrated Community Solutions Art Show through October 31
Varied, unique talents of adults with and without developmental disabilities
Highland Library 4160 Ridge Road, Medina
Pathways: The Artistic Journeys of a Father and Daughter
October 6 through 25
Ed Jakubick and Danica Zeise share mixed media artworks
Reception: Oct. 12, 2 p.m. through 4 p.m.
Brunswick Library
3649 Center Road, Brunswick
7 Elements of Art
October 7 through November 3
PerSisters interpret the seven elements of art Third Floor, Medina Library 210 S. Broadway Street, Medina
Natural Discoveries, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Buckeye Woods Park (near ballfields) 6335 Wedgewood Road, Medina. Easy walk through nature. More information: https://tinyurl.com/yc2pzhsn
Explorastory: The Leaf Thief, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth.Puzzles, graphs, patterns, crafts. Ages 2 to 6. https://tinyurl.com/5esvcs7b
Wednesday, October 9
National Stop Bullying Day https://tinyurl. com/3nzuyp59
American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 5 p.m., Wadsworth YMCA, 623 School Drive, Wadsworth. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama
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
Wadsworth Area Historical Society-the Sylvia Beach Story, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Meeting Room A and B , Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Discover Sylvia Beach’s mysterious 1824 disappearance in Wadsworth. Join local historian Roger Havens for details on the historical context, theories, and lasting mystery. https://tinyurl.com/2x4aw8jm
Thursday, October 10
World Homeless Day https://tinyurl.com/bdfpthav
Tween Thursday, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Work together and use the information provided to solve the combinations and escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library! Ages 9-14 https://tinyurl. com/55yfwjcb
Dungeons and Dragons:Creating a Character, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library,
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132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Briefly covers Player’s Handbook classes and ancestries, use quizzes, tier lists, and popular fiction characters to guide your choices, and create level 1 character sheet https:// tinyurl.com/45vhsyef
Lego Club, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Legos provided, bring your imagination! Features building challenges along with time for free play. https://tinyurl.com/3jedz8jx All ages
Common Threads: Textile Club, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. All skill levels can share, learn, and connect in a casual, unguided session. Bring your project and supplies for a social stitching experience Adults. https://tinyurl.com/2v74zaeh
Friday, October 11
Spread Joy Day https://tinyurl.com/5bv4cj69
American Red Cross Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https:// tinyurl.com/2v8p3dyn
Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth, https://tinyurl.com/yck79bvf Bluegrass, 5:30 p.m. kitchen opens, music starts at 7 p.m., Lafayette United Methodist Church, 6201 Lafayette Road, Medina. Local bluegrass bands jam in practice rooms and play on stage. Charge for dinner, desserts are by donation. Admission is $5 at the door. Second Friday of each month. Information at https:// tinyurl.com/2ffy2unv
Saturday, October 12
National Farmers Day https://tinyurl.com/4y44ms4v Tales and Tails, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library. https://tinyurl.com/2vsy8h3k Fall Free Community Shred Day, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Medina County Achievement Center, 4691 Windfall Road, Medina. Bring up to 4 boxes to shred per vehicle. Event free and open to public, but will be accepting donations for Scholarship fund. Rain, snow or shine. https://tinyurl.com/4syv6jwy
American Red Cross Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saint Mark Church, 1330 North Carpenter Street, Brunswick. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https:// tinyurl.com/2v8p3dyn
Friends of MCDL Book Sale, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.,Buckeye Library,Medina Books, CDs, DVDs for sale, most less than $2. https://tinyurl.com/3acvdd5z
Oaks Family Care Center 3rd Annual Soup Cook Off Fundraiser and Dessert Auction, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.,
1464 Town Center Boulevard, Brunswick. Ticket prices and event information https://tinyurl.com/3dzxxebm
Sunday, October 13
No Bra Day https://tinyurl.com/y64j87ta
Medina Cars and Coffee, 8 a.m. to noon. Medina Public Square. Antique cars, prize raffles, giveaways, DJ music, Trunk-or-Treat. https://tinyurl.com/5n7wtuah
ORMACO: Live at the Library Jesse Smith: Finger Style Guitar, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Register to ensure a seat https://tinyurl.com/3942pwuc
Fall Family Hike, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park Shelter, 4985 Windfall Rd, Medina. Fall hike to learn about trees and their leaves. https://tinyurl. com/yhr75us2
Monday, October 14
National Kick Butt Day https://tinyurl.com/5ye4dxtz
Monday Movie Matinee: “The Creator,” 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Meeting Rooms A and B, Wadsworth Library. Scifi thriller explores AI and human conflict. https://tinyurl. com/ms8xcdhe
Tuesday, October 15
Global Handwashing Day https://tinyurl.com/ ymuzchxa
American Red Cross Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Chapel Wadsworth Campus, 1391 State Road, Wadsworth. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama
ACT Exam Review, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Tree, Shrub and Vine Plantings to Aid Winter Wildlife, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, 132 Broad Street, Wadsworth. Learn about plantings that support wildlife.https://tinyurl. com/5c3z5aw8
Wednesday, October 16
Dictionary Day https://tinyurl.com/ycxwm3js
American Red Cross Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Root Candles, 640 West Liberty Street, Medina. https:// tinyurl.com/p36whama
Forest Therapy Walk, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Green Leaf Park, 1674 S. Medina Line Road, Sharon Center. Jason of Whisper Shifter guides non strenuous, sensory walk in nature. Register: https://tinyurl.com/3dzrbvy7
Don’t Get Stolen-Avoiding Identity Theft, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room B, Wadsworth Library,Wadsworth. BBB shares strategies to reduce your chances of becoming an identity theft victim. https://tinyurl.com/3hkev8xu
Thursday, October 17
Conflict Resolution Day https://tinyurl.com/3fmc4xct Discovery Drop-In:Spiders, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., River Styx Park, 8200 River Styx Road, Wadsworth. Visit the Naturalist at the Shelter to gather information and observe spiders native to River Styx Park. No registration required. https://tinyurl.com/yx4ztkm4 Scare on the Square and Wadsworth Thriller, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., downtown Wadsworth, rain or shine. Sponsored by Main Street Wadsworth. Around 7 p.m., dancing zombies of all ages will re-enact Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.”
Friday, October 18
No Beard Day https://tinyurl.com/yc76p5uh
Friends of MCDL $3 Bag Sale, 10 a.m.to 3 p.m., Highland Library, Medina. They provide the bag to fill with as many items as you wish. https://tinyurl. com/3acvdd5z
Dancing for the Kids, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., 182 S Main
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.
Sunday, Sept. 15 through Sunday, Oct. 20
Healthy Kids Running Series: Brunswick. Each run has a variety of distances. For fees, registration and more information, go to https:// tinyurl.com/35zcaxm2
Sunday, Sept. 22 through Sunday, October 13
Healthy Kids Running Series: Medina. Each run has a variety of distances. For fees, registration and more information, go to https:// tinyurl.com/525vyvwp
Sunday, Oct. 13
Rich Wojtala Scholarship 5k, 7:30 a.m., Hinckley Lake boathouse, 1 Metropolitan Park West, Hinckley. For fees, registration and more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/y9nkj3zm
Saturday, Oct. 19
11th Annual Paws for the Cause 5k Run and 1-mile Walk, 9 a.m., Uptown Park, Medina Public Square, Medina. Raises funds for Medina County SPCA. For fees, registration and more information, go to https://tinyurl.com/2uhe42x6
Sunday, Oct. 27
RePlay for Kids Halloween Run 5k and 1-Mile, 8 a.m. For location, fees, registration, go to https://tinyurl.com/ ycyh9u35
Street, Akron. Helps raise money for Akron Children’s Hospital’s Showers Family Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders https://tinyurl.com/5dkjs53s
Saturday, October 19
National Fetch Day https://tinyurl.com/m9me7rc7
Book Cellar Saturday, 10 a.m to 1 p.m., Medina Library Book Cellar, Medina Library. Purchase gently used books, CDs,and DVDs, many less than $1 https://tinyurl. com/hw2s7e6b
S’more Snakes, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.,Oenslager Nature Center - Back Porch, 6100 Ridge Road,Sharon Center. Search for snakes and have s’mores over the fire (while supplies last). https://tinyurl.com/mt5rx6b2
ACT Practice Test, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Test your knowledge in real time. Register to take a complete simulated ACT practice test which mimics actual testing conditions and questions in a similar environment. Test will take approximately 3 hours to complete. Ages 12-17. https://tinyurl.com/4v2hhxde Halloween Public Run, 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 3654 Lester Road, Medina. Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers offers a free 15-minute ride on a miniature train. Costumes are encouraged but avoid long, flowing garments for safety. Halloween decorations will be along the track. All ages.
Sunday, October 20
Youth Confidence Day https://tinyurl.com/mv8uk5ju
K-9 Kapers, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Allardale Open Air Shelter, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. Socialize your pet with other dogs on alternative hike. Details for dog owners: https://tinyurl.com/yfdap4nd
Monday, October 21
Pets for Veterans Day https://tinyurl.com/mrx7vadx American Red Cross Blood Drive 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Medina Fire Station 1, 300 West Reagen Parkway, Medina. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https://tinyurl. com/2v8p3dyn
Tuesday, October 22
Smart is Cool Day https://tinyurl.com/2wzheydh Medina County Office for Older Adults Programs and Services Presentation, 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Medina County Achievement Center, 4691 Windfall Rd., Medina. Joanne Meincke and Sean Parker, of the Medina County Office for Older Adults, will be presenting information on services and activities for individuals ages 55 and older. Learn about their program offerings and who can benefit from their services. All welcome and encouraged to attend https://tinyurl.com/mx6uz246
Tech Tuesday:Drop-In Device Help, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Meeting Room B, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Stop in for personalized assistance with your devices – smartphones, tablets, laptops. Demystify technology and make it work for you. https://tinyurl.com/3ncdtn2u M
Problem Solvers: Pumpkin Pie Problem 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Decipher the clues and solve the puzzles to unlock the perfect pumpkin for your pie. https://tinyurl. com/3zdbj2s5v
Altered Books, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Meeting Room A, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Take old books and add paint, magazine clippings, drawings, and more to make them into unique pieces of art. Mixed media exploration. https://tinyurl.com/26x8xasv
Wednesday, October 23
National Croc Day https://tinyurl.com/45hjc7mr
Color Walk, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Plum Creek Park North Open, 2390 Plum Creek Parkway,Brunswick Hills. Observe the colors of fall while on a hike through the woods. https://tinyurl.com/4mbvetyn
Joe Leaman – An Introduction To Steel Drum Music, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.,Medina County District Library, 210 South Broadway Street, Medina. Part of the World Tour of Music residency in October, Joe Leaman will present a free program. This is not a concert, but an intimate 1-hour introduction to Steel Drum music. Register to ensure a seat https://tinyurl.com/y6pz5wsy
Thursday, October 24
World Development Information Day https://tinyurl. com/58tnw9mk
Tales for Tots, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Oenslager Nature Center, 6100 Ridge Road, Sharon Center. Stories and activities about spiders. Ages 3 to 6 with adult. Outdoors, dress accordingly. https://tinyurl. com/576pzha5
Tween tuesday: Paper Craft Bonanza, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., Childrens’ Activity Room, Wadsworth Library, Wadsworth. Come see all the cool stuff you can make! Ages 9-14 https://tinyurl.com/44azmyj4
American Red Cross Blood Drive noon to 6 p.m., Brunswick United Methodist Church, 1395 Pearl Road, Brunswick. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https:// tinyurl.com/2v8p3dyn
Friday, October 25
Frankenstein Friday https://tinyurl.com/38n3hw8b
Saturday, October 26
National Pitbull Awareness Day https://tinyurl. com/2s364c7j
American Red Cross Blood Drive 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 1605 Center Road, Hinkley. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https://tinyurl. com/2v8p3dyn
3rd Annual Chocolate Walk, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Medina. Ticket holders visit stops through downtown Medina collecting chocolate samples offered by business owners. At check-in, ticket holders get a bag and storage container to carry samples in and a map of the stops. Funds arts in Medina County. $30 per person. For more information and tickets, go to https://tinyurl. com/4b4vka2a
World Tour of Music: Steel Drum Celebration, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,Western Reserve Masonic Community, 4931 Nettleton Road, Medina. Come hear the music of the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. This is the culminating concert of the Fall 2024 World Tour of Music. Ticket choices and pricing information: https:// tinyurl.com/yafkucuk
Sunday, October 27
Mother in Law Day https://tinyurl.com/3x2p6hhj
Natural Discoveries Hiking Series: Spiders, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Allardale Park, 401 Remsen Road, Medina. Learn about local species of spiders and adaptations they have. https://tinyurl.com/mscpkv3p
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:
Bunker Hill Golf Course 3060 Pearl Road, Medina 330-722-4174 or 216-469-9241
Friday, October 4
City of Medina Firefighters Association
Golf Outing and Clam Bake
8 a.m.
Bunker Hill Golf Club
Sunday, October 6
Brunswick Girls Softball 4-Person Scramble
7 a.m.
Benefits: Girls softball program
Bunker Hill Golf Club
Sunday, October 13
Sabo Family Fundraiser Golf and Clam Bake Outing
7 a.m.
Benefits: Sabo family to help with medical expenses
Bunker Hill Golf Club
Benefits: Swim team
Bunker Hill Golf Club
Brunswick
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sundays, June 9 through October 5 (closed July 7)
Sunday at the Farm
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 4 through October 26
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 18 through October 5
Produce and consumables
Medina Public Square
Vendor registration information at https://tinyurl.com/4v75w9by
Seville
9 a.m. to noon
Saturdays, May 25 through September 28
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 22 through September 28
Produce, consumables and crafts
Central Intermediate School, 151 Main Street, Wadsworth
Vendor registration information at https://bit.ly/409S0iR
Monday, October 28
National First Responders Day https://tinyurl. com/36k8wfcx
American red Cross Blood Drive 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., First Congregational Church, 114 Church Street, Lodi. https://tinyurl.com/p36whama https://tinyurl. com/2v8p3dyn
Tuesday, October 29
National Hermit Day https://tinyurl.com/53mfn3a5
Walk a Mile in My Shoes, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Dining Room, Independent Living Building, Echelon, 629 N. Huntington, Medina. Interactive presentation aims to help understand dementia, patient challenges. Refreshments provided. Register at 330-591-2777. Parent Resource Group, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Medina Hospital, Conference room 3, Medina, The mission of the ICS Parent Resource Group is to provide resource information and friendship to support families with loved ones of all ages facing developmental, medical, or emotional challenges. https://tinyurl.com/ yknmb262
Wednesday, October 30
National Checklist Day https://tinyurl.com/6c8xpj4u
Thursday, October 31
Books for Treats Day https://tinyurl.com/5baxay22
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