Avon, Ohio Registration is now open for fall programs within the Lorain Public Library System. A sample of the items offered at the Avon and North Ridgeville library branches is below. Sunday hours will return at the Avon Branch Sept.
9. The library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m.
through May. Julie A. Short The Avon Branch Library , 37485 Harvest Drive, presents an Introduction to Streaming Music program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.
m. Sept. 5.
Learn how to download, stream and play music from the top music streaming apps off the smart device of your choosing. Pre-registration required. In the News and In the Know is a program from 6 to 7 p.
m. Sept. 10.
Participants will get media-wise and sharpen their skills with resources and tools on topics like online safety, credible news and others. Pre-registration required. To register for the library programs, go to LorainPublicLibrary.
org/programs . The next Friends of the Avon Library General Meeting is at 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 10 at the library, Friends members host book sales and volunteer at various programs in support of the library. In North Ridgeville, upcoming library events include: Share written works and songwriting skills during the North Ridgeville Branch Library’s Open Mic Night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.
m. Sept. 5 at 35700 Bainbridge Road.
The event is for participants ages 13 and older. Pre-registration is required, go to LorainPublicLibrary.org/programs .
Grandparents Day is Sept. 8. Stop by the library from 1 to 4 p.
m. Sept. 6 for games, crafts and activities to celebrate.
An introduction to some free alternatives for your photo editing needs will take place during the Free Alternatives to Expensive Software: Photoshop class taking place from 6 to 7 pm. Sept. 9.
Pre-registration is required, go to LorainPublicLibrary.org/programs . Learn the basics of estate planning during a presentation from Craig Couch with Couch Investment Management from 10 to 11 a.
m. Sept. 10 at the library.
Couch will cover the differences between wills and trusts, avoiding probate, protecting your family even after your death, and preserving the tax deferral benefits of retirement plans for your heirs. Pre-registration is required, go to LorainPublicLibrary.org/programs .
Sunday hours will return at the Avon Branch Sept. 9. The library will be open from 1 to 5 p.
m. through May. AVON Planning commission items: The city’s Planning Commission meeting is at 7 p.
m. Aug. 21 at City Hall, 36080 Chester Road.
Items of note include Debbie Reed of Carnegie Management requesting a recommendation to City Council to approve the Special Use Permit for the installation of a Short Game Practice Green for Red Tail Golf Course on the east side of Nagel Road. Nick Sheffield of K.E.
McCartney & Associates, representing Mike Brunner of Brother Management Company, LLC doing business as Miller Road Mini Storage, LLC, is requesting approval to construct a 15,400-square-foot, five building, self-storage facility at 1220 Miller Road. Historic homes: The Avon Historical Society is hosting a program titled, “Lost Houses of Lorain County,” presented by Col. Matthew W.
Nahorn of the new Indian Ridge Museum, from 7 to 8 p.m. Sept.
5 at the Avon Olde Town Hall, 36995 Detroit Road (corner of Stoney Ridge and Detroit roads). It’s sad when an old house is demolished. But, when a house is demolished, architectural salvage is important, as these structures contain beautiful hand-crafted features made of old growth wood.
For the past 25 years, Nahorn has salvaged over 60 doors, and other materials from old houses, mostly representing the 19th century. Nahorn will take guests on trip through early Lorain County history, reviewing some prominent early architectural styles. For more information regarding the Avon Historical Society, go to avonhistory.
org K9 donation: The Avon Police Department recently announced on Facebook that Brady’s K9 Fund has generously donated a ballistic vest for the department’s four legged officer, K9 Draco. Brady’s K9 is dedicated to providing essential equipment and resources to K9s, ensuring they are well-equipped and protected for their entire shift, according to information in the social media post. Brady’s K9 Fund was founded by an 8-year-old boy who felt K9 officers deserve body armor, just like their human partners.
Since 2018, Brady’s Fund has raised over $1.25M and vested 950+ K9s across all 50 states. For more information, go to Bradysk9fund.
com . Democratic club meeting: The Avon Democratic Club (ADC) will meet at 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 11 at the Avon Branch Library, 37485 Harvest Drive. The group will discuss the upcoming election and what they can personally do to elect local and national Democratic candidates.
Local candidates will also be present to meet in person and provide their signage. The special guest speaker will be ADC Treasurer and former Chairman Corey Barnes. He will discuss his experience of being an elected Ohio Delegate to the Democratic National Convention.
For more information, go to avonohdems.com . Shout-out: Kudos to City Council and Mayor Bryan Jensen for recently recognizing Avon High School student athlete Rania Brown for earning First Place in discus at the OHSAA Track and Field State Championship.
She was presented with a replica of the sign that will hang on a “Welcome to Avon” sign as you enter the city. The Avon Little League All-Stars U10 team was also honored for their District 7 Championship. AVON LAKE Democrats meeting: The Avon Lake Democrats Club will meet at 7 p.
m. Aug. 27 at the Old Firehouse Community Center, 100 Avon Belden Road.
The guest speaker will be Joelle Magyar, superintendent of Avon Lake City Schools, discussing the bond issue and emergency operating levy that will be on the November ballot. All are welcome to attend. Jewelry scholarship honors: At the recent conference of the Independent Jewelers Organization (IJO) held in Chicago, IJO President Stephen Barnes announced that Madison Webster of Peter and Company Jewelers, was awarded an educational scholarship for the study of Pearls.
A total of 23 scholarships were awarded and eight individuals received full tuition for their selected course, and the remainder received partial scholarships with at least half tuition covered, according to the press release. “The talent exhibited by these applicants was so impressive, and we are encouraged by the potential we see for the future of this industry,” said Barnes in the press release. “IJO has always been a leader in the jewelry industry, providing an array of programs to help members work smarter to increase sales and profits, as well as a network of non-competing retailers who offer support, ideas and solutions.
I’m excited for Madison, and have high expectations for what’s in store in the forthcoming years.” Library renovations update: Work continues in DiscoveryWorks (DW) at the Avon Lake Public Library with the incorporation of new play walls, the addition of cozy nooks, and constructed curvy soffits at the larger entrance to DW. For more information, go to alpl.
org/discovery to see how you can support the innovation at the library. Pool hours, dog swim: Summer is almost over. Starting the week of Aug.
24, the Ellen Trivanovich Aquatic Center, 32850 Electric Boulevard, will only be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.
m. Saturdays and Sundays. The last day for the season is Sept.
2 and the pool hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.
m. Days and times are subject to change without notification. The annual Love-A-Stray Dog Division Dog Swim at the pool is from 11 a.
m. to 3 p.m.
Sept. 7 and is open to all residents, even those from surrounding communities. Pre-registered guests will have a separate entrance for faster check in.
The first 300 pre-registered guests receive a registration gift. Pre-registration is now open through Sept. 5.
Pre-registration prices are $20 for the handler and one dog. Maximum of two additional guests per registration cost $5 each. Maximum of one additional dog per registration is $10.
The event will take place rain or shine and your pre-registration/donation fee is non-refundable. To register, go to form.jotform.
com/242137366652155 . Winery event: The next Sip & Shop Brunch Market at John Christ Winery, 32421 Walker Road, will take place from 1 to 5 p.m.
Aug. 25. For this market, the winery is helping to raise funds for Campus International’s Aftercare Enrichment Program.
Guests are also encouraged to consider donating new school supplies, as well as school clothes for grades K-8 students. Art honors: Congratulations to Avon Lake High School (ALHS) art student, Maria Ieropoli, recipient of a National Silver Medal for her photograph titled, “Confined Noise,” in this past year’s Scholastic Art Show. She was one of only two National Medals in Photography for the entire three county region.
She was also the only ALHS student out of all the ALHS art entries to receive a national medal. NORTH RIDGEVILLE Contract negotiations: City officials and the Police Union, Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association (OPBA), have been in contract negotiations for the last several months, according to information posted on the city’s website. On April 17, 2024, the City and Police Union/OPBA blue and white units went to Fact Finding as a mutual agreement could not be reached on three issues.
The Fact Finder’s report was recently issued and the Fact Finder found in favor of the City on all three issues, according to information posted on the city’s website. The Police Union/OPBA has rejected the Fact Finder’s recommendation and has elected to go to conciliation which will be scheduled in the near future. As required by the State Employment Relations Board (SERB), the report and recommendation of the Fact Finder is available for employee and public review on City’s website, go to nridgeville.
org . Food drive: The Lions Club fall food drive for North Ridgeville Community Care will take place from 10 am. to 2 p.
m. Sept. 7 at 34015 Center Ridge Road.
Community Care is in need of food donations. If you are not able to donate or make it to their open hours for donations, you can donate online. To donate, go to tinyurl.
com/4azfdju8 . For more information, go to nrcommcare.org .
Vet closes: Happy Pet Veterinary Hospital’s, 6170 Emerald Street, last day in business was Aug. 13. An email sent to families reads, “As much as we wish to continue providing exceptional care to our beloved pets, we regret to inform you that we have encountered unforeseen challenges in finding a suitable doctor addition to support our clients and patients.
We understand that this news may be disheartening. And we want to assure you that this decision was not made lightly.” Clients in need of medical records can email contactus@happyvet.
com . The owners also thanked the community for its loyalty over the years. Upcoming Victory Park Ohio events: The third annual Vet Fest, honoring the sacrifices that many have made for the country in the name of freedom and democracy, is from 2 to 11 p.
m. Aug. 31 at Victory Park Ohio, 7777 Victory Lane.
The event features music, food trucks, vendors, and beer tents. Proceeds go to Save 22 and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) awareness. To purchase tickets, go to bit.
ly/3YzKAaC . Tribute Night at the Park takes place from 4 to 11 p.m.
Sept. 7 at Victory Park Ohio. The event celebrates the music and legacy of iconic bands from the 70′s, 80′s and 90′s.
Performances include Billy Morris and the Sunset Strip, The Classic Rock Experience, Grunge, and Thunderstruck: America’s AC/DC Tribute. To purchase tickets, go to bit.ly/3LHrzLM .
Shout-out: Congratulations to Sergeant Corey Sabo on his retirement from the police department after 30 years of law enforcement service. LORAIN COUNTY JVS grant: The Lorain County Joint Vocational School (JVS) recently announced its selection as one of 73 semi-finalists in the national Career Z Challenge through the U.S.
Department of Education. The challenge is an initiative aimed at expanding work-based learning opportunities for Generation Z. The recognition comes with a $20,000 cash prize, according to the press release.
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