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Come one, come all to downtown Broadway s entertainment district to experience six of the area s most delicious and crave-able burgers. This roadmap to burger bliss will take you down Broadway, where you ll find classic tavern burgers, mac-and-cheese-topped burgers, and everything in between.

Lorain may be known for pizza and pastelillos, but these eateries on Broadway are bringing their burger A-games. Over the past three years, Lorain has been blessed with a bountiful supply of new restaurants, cafés, and even a brand new bak bakery. We re going to visit five of these new eateries and one neighborhood classic to find out what kind of sizzling beef they re slinging. So won t you join me on this journey of mouth-watering, culinary delight?

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Next, walk upstairs into the hotel lobby and transport yourself inside the fine dining establishment called Dodie s Dockside. Soak in the relaxed vibes, beautiful woodworking, and friendly atmosphere while your mouth waters as a parade of beautiful seafood dishes exit the kitchen. You can t go wrong with the grilled salmon or Dodie s famous lobster roll, but today you re here to crush their mouth-watering cheeseburger. Dodie s burger is packed with flavor and topped with arugula, tomato aioli, pancetta, egg, and white cheddar. This bombshell burger pairs wonderfully with an ice-cold IPA and a side of perfectly salty sea fries. Make sure to leave room for some house-made cannoli or a slice of sinfully decadent cake.

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First, step into the Ariel Broadway Hotel to kick off this Lorain, burger-filled adventure. The newly remodeled hotel hosts two of our first destinations in this burger soirée. Let s head to the lower level of the hotel and check out Game On Lorain Sports Bar. Grab a cold pint of your favorite lager, order one of their stacked burgers, and enjoy a game of pool while they grill up your grub. Game On also has an awesome collection of modern pinball games, dart boards, video games, and wall-to-wall televisions. It s the place to be if you re a sports or video game fanatic. Recommendation: the Hangover Burger—it will fill your belly with gluttonous burger goodness.

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Travel two doors south to the beautiful Duane building and head downstairs to a cozy spot called Borikén Juke Joint.

This little subterranean eatery is home to truly unique flavors and a creative and diverse menu. You ll find dishes like steak asado, Hawaiian-style marinated cod, collard greens, and even fried Cornish hen. But don t forget to stay focused—we are here for the burgers! Have Joe grill up a triple-decker with melted Gov ment cheese and a side of salty, homemade potato chips. I recommend whatever double cheeseburger special they re grilling—your belly will be very full and happy afterward.

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Our final stop is across the street at Broadway Mary s. This funky little place is known for its warm and fuzzy 70s vibe and Americana-style menu. Stop by for sweet and savory breakfast dishes, lunchtime soups and sammies, or come any time of the day to smash one of Mary s addicting burgers. Which will it be? The signature OooO Gurl burger with freaky deaky sauce; the Brothel Burger with braised short rib and mac and cheese; the Young Frankenstein with avocado, shishito peppers, jalapeños, provolone, and hot honey drizzle; The Mushroom Swiss burger; or the vegan-friendly Veg Out burger. Don t forget to add freshcut fries and loaded tots to your order! Broadway Mary s also has a full coffee menu featuring espresso drinks, flavored iced coffees, and tea. It s like hopping in a time machine and finding a comfy coffee shop that also houses a full, diner-style menu.

Now we re going to take a stroll down Broadway to the corner of the 900 block and end up at the colorful corner bar Scorchers. This low-key bar and grill is a crowd-favorite place to chill out with friends over inexpensive drinks, familiar foods, pool tables, and a friendly atmosphere. Scorchers has the largest menu of everyone on this list. You can find fried gouda bites, pierogis, quesadillas, hot dogs, and pretty much anything else that fits in a fryer or on a grill. Their burgers are an old-school tavern-style stacked high with thick-cut toppings and melted cheese covering the big beef patty. Order a burger with a side of poppers, grab a cold craft beer, and you will be a very satisfied and happy person. Scorchers is the perfect neighborhood bar to grab some food, hang with friends, and have a fun night.

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The event was held in the iconic Sacred Heart Chapel. The inaugural announcement had the blessing of Father Bill Thaden and was attended by a diverse group of veterans, citizens, and city leaders. Alexis (Lexi) Davila graced the gathering with a heartfelt performance of The Star-Spangled Banner, followed by a more tropical rendition performed by Jose Pepe Rivera and Tony Pagan. Rivera and Pagan ended with La Borinqueña, the national anthem of the magnificent island of Puerto Rico. The committee used this event as an opportunity not only to gather support but to honor a great Lorain hero, Brigadier General Isabel Rivera Smith.

With a list of accolades and accomplishments that could stretch from Oakwood Park to Lakeview Beach, General Smith is the epitome of leadership and Lorain pride. A 1985 graduate of Admiral King High School, she is currently the Director of Joint Staff for the New York National Guard. Being honored in Sacred Heart Chapel, an edifice that holds memories for so many of Lorain s Hispanic community, moved the general to tears.

Honors and proclamations from Senator Sherrod Brown, State Representative Joe Miller, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lorain County Commissioner Matt Lundy, Lorain Mayor Jack Bradley, and the office of The Lorain County Veterans Services solidified how incredibly proud the citizens are to have a mentor and role model the likes of General Smith.

Tony Pagan and Pepe Rivera follow with two more national anthem renditions

José Torres, Stephen Bansek, and Joseph Gee present proclamation on behalf of Lorain County Veterans Service Commission Committee Member Rick Soto presents proclamation from Lorain Mayor Jack Bradley to General Smith

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The committee has spent many months traveling to some of the region s most moving veterans memorials. They have been inspired to create a monument that Hispanic veterans across the state will be proud of and that veterans from across the country will be excited to visit. The area will include benches, service flags, memorial pavers, and a monument.

The committee desires to create inspiration and opportunity for other ethnic veterans associations to build monuments of their own and to embrace Lorain s title as The International City, honoring the dedication and sacrifice that call so many to serve.

These pillars of the community, once again answering the call to service, will need the help of the entire community.

To quote Fred Lo ano, Sr., We need to send a message that we re not just citi ens. We re not here to simply sit back and let others do for us. This is for all of us. We all need to be involved, a sentiment shared by people in all areas of this great city.

As the committee progresses, we at Lorain Local Magazine will do our part to share all pertinent information and opportunities to get involved.

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His death has resulted in many things and does not mark the end of his influence or presence in our lives or the world. Eric Barnes Heroes Walk is a part of Settler s Watch at Oberlin Avenue and Second Street.

There is the honorary designation of the street where he grew up, now referred to as Eric Barnes Avenue.

Barnes Loop on F.E. Warren Air Force Base and Barnes Road on Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait are also named in honor of him.

His service and sacrifice inspired a longtime friend to enlist himself, and that friend still serves in the Air Force today. That same friend even met his wife through the military.

There is something beautiful, albeit bittersweet, to see how the community united and rallied around his grief stricken family, just as it is to reflect on the bonds borne from his death.

It is how an ever growing group gathered for a cookout on June 10 in honor of his life, or how a small group celebrated his birthday out on the waters of Lake Erie a place he loved to be or even just sharing a meal and memories together with one another.

It brings some solace to consider how his spirit and actions continue to echo and inspire. Eric remains deep in the hearts and minds of his family and friends who miss him dearly and constantly strive to preserve the memory of him. Indeed, Eric lives on through us.

That said, it s hard to capture the essence of anyone with words alone Eric, abundant with gusto in everything he did, is no exception.

Similarly, nothing can replace a lost loved one. Remembering that Eric was only 20 when he was killed in Iraq, it s only reasonable that his mother said she wonders if he d be married or have kids by now. Wondering where he d be and what he d be doing, in general, is what his mother thinks most about when she thinks of her son.

Eric did so many wonderful things in his 20 years. It feels like a gross oversimplification to say that he gave his life for our country he gave his bright and boundless future.

Those somber contemplations aside, I have no doubt that if he were here today, he d be raring to continue serving and helping his country, family, friends, community, and the world at large because that is Airman First Class Eric Michael Barnes.

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Lake Erie lovers looking for premier services in a single location need not look further than Erie Shore Rentals and Detailing.

Whether it s car detailing, boat washing, or jet ski renting, business partners and co owners Chris Haynes and Eddie Widok cut no corners when it comes to running their business.

Located on Lorain s East Side, Erie Shore opened for its first season in the International City on March 1, offering a variety of car detailing packages.

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After two successful seasons on the Vermilion River, Haynes said they realized the business was quickly outgrowing the 20 foot concessions trailer that served as their rental hub. While considering their options for 2021, Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain contacted Haynes and Widok.

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With the added space and room to grow, the business partners decided to expand beyond just jet ski rentals and get back to their detailing roots.

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Jet ski rentals begin Memorial Day weekend and are then available seven days a week through the summer months. Haynes highly recommends booking a minimum of seven to 10 days in advance, especially by July, as they normally completely book by then.

Looking to the future, Haynes said he hopes to add more skis to the fleet. They are also exploring the potential of purchasing a boat for charter rides to be able to take families out on the water.

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As the chill of winter transforms into the mild sweetness of spring, people gravitate outside and enjoying the natural beauty along the shores of Lake Erie while eating deliciously prepared steak and seafood perfectly fits the bill.

Erie Steak and Seafood Co., located at 301 Lakeside Avenue on the east side of Lorain, is a restaurant long appreciated by residents and visitors under the name of Jackalope Lakeside. The owner is the same Jim Andrews is starting his 25th year in the restaurant business but the chef inspired menu and look have undergone a refresh.

As a quick catch up Jackalope Lakeside closed at the end of 2019 in conjunction with Lorain Port Authority s Lakeside Marina becoming Oasis Marinas as Port Lorain.

Before reopening, it just made sense to rebrand, and a soft reopening was scheduled for March 6, 2020.

We all know what happened in March 2020 no need for reminders , and shortly after the relaunch, the restaurant needed to close for a little while.

After it reopened again, life was quieter at Erie Steak and Seafood Co., just like it was for restaurants across the city of Lorain, state of Ohio, and the United States.

Fast forward to today, and, fortunately, Jim and his restaurant team are ready to serve increasingly larger numbers of restaurant guests.

Jim is optimistically looking towards the spring and summer of 2021. During 2020, he says, I d wake up every day not knowing what might happen. We needed to streamline our menu so that we didn t need to keep as many perishable foods on hand and, sometimes, we d have last call a couple of hours early.

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The 2020 menu featured as the name suggests a variety of steak choices and seafood selections. They included prime rib on the weekends and campfire prime sirloin steak all week long. Fish and seafood choices included salmon, either blackened or with a citrus rub, Lake Erie walleye, snow crab legs, and more. Add potato, rice, fries, or pasta and a choice of vegetable, and that made for a mighty fine meal. Appetizers, too The year 2021 sees new Chef Sergio Garcia at the helm, and he s working on the tweaks and changes he ll make to the menu.

We ll still have, Jim says, a focus on steak and seafood with a revised menu.

Wine lists will offer guests a choice of domestic and imported wines with beer selections and refreshing cocktails also available.

As far as the décor, diners who recall the restaurant when it was Jackalope Lakeside will remember a few things that are still in place, including ceiling tiles decorated with Lake Erie vessel names. New items include a stone façade fireplace, a new granite bar top, glass partitions, refinished floors, and more.

Compass roses have been embellished in wood throughout the restaurant, from tables to flooring.

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Dinner is currently being served on Monday through Saturday from 3 to 11 p.m. in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere where people will be glad to see you walk inside the door. It s also ideal for a romantic rendezvous just for two, with patio dining offering a tantalizing bonus Lake Erie breezes. The restaurant is open daily from 11 30 a.m. to 11 p.m. for the summer months.

Plus, the third floor banquet room is available for private dining. Reserve a date, and Jim s team will work with you to custom create a food and drink menu that will appeal to and delight your group, whether that s friends and family or a company or organization. Then you and your guests can enjoy indoor dining and an outdoor balcony with a view that s second to none while the staff of Erie Steak and Seafood Co do the rest. To reserve a day and time, stop by during restaurant hours or call 440 288 2051.

After the uncertain year of 2020, it s good to be on solid ground. Jim Andrews just like the city of Lorain and its residents is tough and resilient, with a let s get it done kind of attitude. And, for all of us at Lorain Local, we re more than ready to enjoy the flavorful food and beverages he s offering as we take in the new look for the restaurant and the timeless beauty of our Great Lake, Lake Erie.

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by Madison Maniaci Janasko Insurance Agency, at the corner of Sixth Street and Broadway, has been providing services in the downtown Lorain area for over six decades.

Jim Janasko, current owner and president of the agency, started in the family business in 1980. His father, M. James Janasko, started the agency in 1953 in the Broadway Building. As the business continued to grow, Mr. Janasko felt it was important to remain on Broadway. He purchased their current location in 1972 and did extensive renovations.

Both generations were born and raised in Lorain and grew up prideful of what the downtown area had to offer. Jim attended Lorain Catholic High School and later graduated from The College of Wooster, earning his bachelor s degree in organic chemistry.

Jim had begun a competitive swimming career at the age of eight. He continued to swim throughout high school and college. He qualified for the Division III National Championship and finished in the top 15 percent. After graduation, Jim continued to swim competitively and joined Ohio Masters Swimming. In 2006 Jim won the 1 mile open water national championship and was named an All American. His greatest achievement is being inducted into the Lorain Sports Hall of Fame as the first swimmer.

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After graduating college, Jim felt it was important to continue the family business. He returned to Lorain and decided to follow in his father s footsteps.

In addition to growing the business, Jim felt that it is essential to give back to the Lorain community. In the late 80s through early 90s, he was active with the YMCA, coaching swimming and serving on the board of directors. He was awarded as Outstanding Board Member in 1991 and served as Board President in 1996 1997. Recently, Jim was Board President for the South Shore Community Development Corporation. He completed the demolition of Building D and the eventual sale of the property.

Currently, Jim is an active member of Main Street Lorain.

Jim plans to keep the family business alive for many years to come. His son Mark recently graduated from Ohio University with a degree in business management. Mark has joined the agency, making him the third generation in this downtown business.

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Janasko Insurance Agency is an independent insurance agency. This means they have some of the best insurance companies available to protect you and your family. They offer personal insurance coverage for your home, auto, motorcycle, and watercraft, and Jim and his staff also can insure your business. They have select markets for child care centers, craft breweries and distilleries, machine shops, and main street retail.

A team member is always prepared to answer any insurance questions through their convenient online form at www.janaskoinsurance.com. The office can also be contacted by text or phone.

These personal touches have enhanced the way Janasko Insurance performs and make their agency extremely approachable. While they do not need a storefront for their business, it adds to their success and approachability while offering a friendly, inviting atmosphere.

For years, Jim marketed their insurance business through direct mail pieces, cold calling, and word of mouth. Society has changed how we communicate, and Janasko Insurance has adapted to these changes. The agency communicates through email, texting, and social media. They also can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

They have a five star rating on Google with countless compliments from satisfied customers.

Since taking over, improvements to business flow are not the only changes Jim has made. This past year during the pandemic, he also renovated the building façade to the original building s style from the late 1800s.

After meeting with an architect and researching the building s former appearance through photos provided by the Lorain Historical Society, the exterior now brings a vintage feel to the downtown area. Improvements include New floor to ceiling windows A new brick exterior Signage resembling that of the original building

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Through these renovations, Jim hopes his passion and pride for our historic city will inspire others to revert to the 1800s style he managed to recapture.

For the past 68 years that they have had their business on Broadway, the Janasko family has been lucky to keep themselves grounded and alive through all of the city s ups and downs. But with the recent revitalization in Lorain, they are keeping a clear mindset for the future of their business.

Offering advice to any small business owner, Jim says:

If you need insurance, stop by 562 Broadway Avenue. Jim and his associates are happily waiting to serve you Be sure to follow Janasko Insurance on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter: JanaskoInsurance

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International City Baseball is an organization offering organized baseball leagues for youth ages four through 18 throughout Lorain County. ICB provides both instructional and competitive co ed divisions based on age, and volunteer coaches lead teams with players of all skill and ability levels.

The promotion of safety and development of sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, courage, respect for authority, and physical fitness are the organization s priorities.

In these leagues, it s not about winning and losing; it s about teaching youth life skills, having a positive attitude, and being a good sport. The development of exceptional athletic skills and winning games is secondary to providing all players with positive examples and an overall positive experience surrounding baseball.

ICB has been instructing children of the Lorain community since its founding in 1953, formerly under the name of Lorain Youth Baseball. But in 2019, it was reestablished under new leadership and the new International City Baseball name to continue helping to build experiences and lay a foundation of the sport for the children of our community.

Under the former name, the teams utilized four baseball parks throughout Lorain. But wanting to offer the best model for baseball here in the city, they decided to adopt one central location.

Campana Park, located at 2840 Meister Road, has become ICB s home location, and it houses eight baseball diamonds and three T ball fields.

The park offers enough space to accommodate both home and visiting teams, and organizers added features over the past year to promote safety surrounding COVID 19.

Even though ICB instituted all Lorain County Health Department protocols, some parents still did not want their children to play at the start of the pandemic. During 2020, ICB experienced a reduction in the number of athletes, and the players dropped to 166 players from 360 players in 2019.

There were 30 teams in 201 and just 1 teams in 2020 In response to the diminished turnout last season, the organization sought to add hand sanitizer dispensers in every dugout at Campana Park. They also aimed to upgrade to hands free restrooms, including contactless light switches, faucets, and soap and paper towel dispensers.

Thanks to funding received from the CARES Act, these improvements have made for an overall safer baseball park and have encouraged greater participation with the return of 28 teams this year.

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The 2021 season will commence with the season home opener on Saturday, May 29, and Mayor Jack Bradley will throw the first pitch at 11:00 a.m.

Church on the North Coast will support the opening day activities, and Lorain County Urban League will also be in attendance to show their support. Participants will include the Lorain Police Department, Lorain Fire Department, and Life Care Ambulance units to participate in the day s festivities and help familiarize players and family members of safety forces in uniform. Domino s Pizza will also be at the park with a pizza tent offering 5 pizza and giveaways, and of course, team mascon Donnie will be in attendance, as well.

International City Baseball would like to welcome community support and attendance on the day of the event and at games throughout the short, six week regular season. They also would like to tip their hats to businesses sponsoring the leagues and believing in helping our youth:

The Lorain business community really stepped up to the plate to make this happen this year Thank you If you would like to get involved or find out more information about ICB, please visit their website at www.intcitybaseball.com or find them on Facebook: InternationalCityYouthBaseball.

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In April, after being in existence only 16 months, Main Street Lorain had achieved two significant milestones: The organization hired a full time executive director, and the Internal Revenue Service officially recognized the nonprofit by awarding it 501 c 3 status.

Main Street also held its first cleanup event of the year shortly after announcing the launch of the 2021 Lorain Blooms project, both of which are taking place to help beautify and maintain the look and feel of our historic downtown.

For the role of executive director, Main Street welcomed Lorain native Max Schaefer after seeking a dynamic, energetic visionary with an entrepreneurial spirit that would lead the organization proudly into the future.

Vice President Chris Cocco said Max checks all of those boxes He is Lorain through and through and has a passion for the cit that the search committee felt would be invaluable Chris also commented that Max walked into the interview with a well thought out list of objectives and specific actions to ensure the organi ation achieves desired results Max s work as a champion of our natural resources and his familiarit with man ke people in the cit s infrastructure was prett impressive Chris said commenting on Max s background with the Ohio Environmental Council and involvement in various communit wide efforts Max s day to day activities involve management of all of the internal and external operations of the organization, and he reports directly to Main Street Lorain s President and Board of Directors.

If you see Max around town or at one of Main Street s events, be sure to congratulate him on this monumental accomplishment for everyone involved.

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Another significant milestone for Main Street recently is receiving official recognition from the IRS as a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization.

"This has been in the orks for a hile no ," said President Kurt Hernon. "It gives us more opportunities for funding to do more of the things e ant to do for do nto n Lorain and its business o ners, residents, and visitors. It's a game-changer."

One of Main Street s goals for downtown is enhancing the beauty of Broadway and the neighboring areas.

The first Mini Sweep of the year took place on Saturday, April 17, and was a success, with over 30 participants coming together to pull weeds and collect over 25 bags of trash and debris.

A B a d Membe Ba b Pi c aid I a g ea be i h ma e le h ca e ab L ai a d h a e illi g gi e hei ime hel The next cleanups include more Mini Sweeps and the addition of two Big Sweeps, scheduled for May 15 and September 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Those involved will meet at 7th and Broadway, and organizers will provide all of the cleanup materials necessary. Anyone interested in helping is welcome to participate and can find more information on Main Street Lorain s Facebook page.

Along with the cleanup efforts, Main Street has again teamed up with the National Council of Negro Women and the City of Lorain to bring back Lorain Blooms for its second year. The addition of planters, pots, and hanging baskets full of flowers will help to enhance the natural beauty in and around the downtown area and welcome visitors and locals alike to enjoy summer with everything Lorain has to offer.

As we look ahead, if you are an individual or a business owner who would like to help enhance the vibrancy of our downtown, please visit www.mainstreetlorainohio.org to become a member and help support the many efforts of this progressive organization.

The City of Lorain is delighted to present the Small Business Stabilization Program to assist businesses that COVID 19 has impacted. Businesses that apply must provide how the coronavirus pandemic has affected them. The program offers no interest forgivable loans that range from 2,500 upward to 10,000.

We define small businesses for this program to be for profit entities registered with the Internal Revenue Service, Ohio Secretary of State, and the City of Lorain.

The business must have equal to or fewer than fifty 50 employees and must be located and operating out of a commercial or retail storefront.

The City of Lorain is in partnership with the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Development Center to assist businesses through the application process.

Applications for the forgivable loan program are currently being accepted through the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce and can be found at www.cityoflorain.org or www. loraincountychamber.com using the keywords:

Lorain small business stabilization.

Loans will be released on a first come, first served basis until the program is depleted.

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Lorain's Caboose Lorain s Caboose Committee got its first look inside Caboose C 3855 on July 24, 2019, before it made its way to its current location at Black River Landing.

Generally speaking, the caboose wasn t in too bad of shape for having been built in 1975. But the Caboose Committee, made up entirely of volunteers, is hard at work restoring this piece of our rail history to offer an educational attraction for everyone to enjoy.

During a former temporary stay near the steel mills, nearly all of the caboose s windows were broken. Once inside, the committee immediately jumped into action, cleaning up broken glass and sorting and packing up items that people left behind over the years. Then, finally, on August 17, 2019, Lorain s Caboose made the journey up Broadway to where it now sits until its exterior work is complete.

After the move, the Caboose Committee AKA its crew got right to work removing chairs, railings, bunks, desks, and fixtures and placing them in storage while inspecting C 3855 s interior. These volunteers have dedicated nearly 1,000 hours to this project to date and have demonstrated their passion and commitment toward its complete restoration.

During the remainder of 2019 into 2020, the team completed work repairing and replacing damaged parts of the floor and wallboards while also removing electrical boxes, light fixtures, and window frames.

A major accomplishment was getting the roof painted, which sealed and protected it before winter set in. PPG Industries provided the necessary paint and sealer to accomplish that task.

The crew discovered a major issue with severe leaks around the bay windows on the caboose and finding a solution turned out to be a significant undertaking for 2020.

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Like everything else, COVID 19 derailed much of what the group had planned for 2020 due to the caboose s tight interior quarters. However, even with limited opportunities, the crew carpenter took measurements of interior pieces and made a pair of ramps going up to the caboose for accessibility. Research also began and continues seeking authentic and suitable pieces and parts for the caboose s restoration.

The group also reinstalled several light fixtures after being blasted and repainted, and all of the electrical in the caboose was identified, tested, and new schematics were created.

Crewman Jim Dembiec cuts the weld seal on the door. Jim also worked on the caboose when it was in service before retiring from the railroad

By early fall 2020, most of the work completed had been surrounding the windows. The crew determined a way to protect windows once they replaced them, and the east bay window was removed and sent to Lakeland Glass for repair. Buckeye Sheet Metal made repairs to the window opening while it was out just in time for the Caboose Committee to host its first fundraiser at the end of September. Roads Rails N Sales was a huge success for the caboose and the entire city, and the event will return this year on September 25 at Black River Landing.

2020 ended with the committee participating in the International Tree and Model Train Display at the Lorain Port and Finance Authority Transportation Center.

Holiday lights decorated the caboose, and visitors walked around the event grounds taking part in a different version of the event from years past.

Crewman Don Glass works on the window and also worked on the caboose when it was in service

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ht 2021 is now well underway, and the crew hasn t skipped a beat. More grinding of metal and rust and installing new insulation and wallboards is taking place, and there are many big goals to reach.

The crew is getting ready to begin working on the exterior of the caboose and, if all goes well, they will have C 3855 painted, lettered, and moved to its permanent home near the Transportation Center later this year.

Those of you who may see the caboose and wonder what s going on with it, rest assured that a lot has happened and will continue to happen for you to fully enjoy it soon.

It may not be in plain sight right now, but progress will soon be visible, and we appreciate all of your patience and support through the restoration process.

Keep up to date on Lorain s Caboose by visiting their website at LorainCaboose.org. And feel free to contact the crew by emailing 3855support loraincaboose.org.

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