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Holiday Home Tour
Visit 7 beautifully decorated homes in Medina's historic neighborhoods on
Sunday, December 8 from
12:00 to
6:00 pm. Purchase advance sale tickets for $20 at A.I. Root, Cool Beans, Miss Molly's, Visitor's Bureau, or online.
Info.
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Christmas in the Valley
Christmas in the Valley has increased the "festive meter" two fold by adding a Hermes Cleveland timed 5K, North Pole Parlor pop up pub, expanded chili cook off, train rides, horse drawn taxi service and the committee welcomes you to visit several new businesses on
Sunday, December 8 from
10:00 am to
4:00 pm in this quaint little town known for being the Frog Jump Capital of Ohio. The event begins on
Saturday, December 7with a
5:30 pm lighting of the memorial tree at The Depot Museum, 6615 Center Road followed by a 6:00pm Community Sing-a-long at this year's host church, Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 6656 Center Road.
Info.
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9th Annual Dr. Ron Ricci Medina Holiday Pops Concert
Join the Akron Symphony Orchestra on Saturday, December 14 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Rd., to welcome some special guests for an evening of traditional carols, inspiring songs and holiday cheer. There will even be a special visitor from the North Pole!
Kick off the holiday season with MCAF's marquee event that has become a popular family tradition in Medina, with proceeds providing quality community arts programming.
Tickets on sale now, and start at $20 online or by calling the ASO Box Office at 330-535-8131. Info.
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Other Events & Happenings
Thursday, December 5
Ice Fishing Workshop: This one-day workshop will teach you the techniques necessary to ice fish in Northern Ohio from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Topics will include proper clothing, proper footwear, safety on the ice, what kinds of equipment to use, best baits to use, what kinds of fish you can expect to catch, use of an ice auger, and use of an ice shanty and how to keep it warm. The class will be taught by experienced ice fishermen. Ages 16 and up. Register by December 5. Free. Info.
Bold + Brilliant will be held at Williams on the Lake from 4:15 to 8:00 pm. TEDxLakeMedinaWomen will be celebrating WOMEN and spotlighting those who stepped up this year in a BOLD and BRILLIANT way in the Medina community and surrounding areas in Ohio. Info.
The Grande Festival of Trees hosted by Danbury of Brunswick will be held through Thursday, December 5 at 3430 Brunswick Lake Parkway. Info: 330-497-8718.
Friday, December 6
The Grinch Night at Medina Community Recreation Center at 6:00 pm. Families will enjoy making crafts, and munching on snacks before sitting down to enjoy the 2018 version of "The Grinch." $5 per MCRC family and $10 for non-member. Info. Linda Loveless at 330-721-6932 or lloveless@medinaoh.org.
York Township Historical Society's Christmas Party will be held at York Town Hall at 6:00 pm. Potluck dinner and Christmas raffle. Bring a covered dish or two to share and a gift for the raffle. Info: Janice at 330-725-2246.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 317 E. Liberty St., Medina, will host its St. Nicholas Tea at 12:30 pm. A delectable assortment of savories and sweets will be served. A Santa shop featuring Christmas cookies and craft items will open at 11:30 am. Tickets are $20 and reservations are required. Info: call Mary Jane Brewer at 330-722-1386.
Drive-Thru Holiday Lights: Celebrate the season with one of the area's largest drive-thru displays! Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 6:00 to 10:00 pm. Monday-Thursday: 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Admission: $8 per car, $20 for a 15 passenger, and $50 per bus. Info.
December First Friday "Candlelight Walk- Gingerbread Village" will be hosted by Main Street Wadsworth from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Info.
Saturday, December 7
Winter Wonderland in Lodi Town Square, 108 Ainsworth St., Lodi, hosted by Lodi Library and MCDL. Kick off the holiday season with a visit from Santa, reindeer from Spring Mist Farms, horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, crafts, storytelling, a bonfire, and plenty of treats!
4:00 to
7:00 pm. Held in conjunction with Lodi Village, Lodi-Harrisville Historical Society, and the Lodi Railroad Museum.
Info.
Lodi United Methodist Church welcomes the Village of Lodi's "Winter Wonderland" from
4:00 to
7:00 pm at 320 Medina St., Lodi. There will be a live nativity as well as organ Christmas music and caroling. Crafters and vendors will be selling items and food will be for sale by the ladies of the church.
Info.
Swiss Steak Dinner and basket raffle at Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 6656 Center Rd., Valley City, from
4:00 to
6:00 pm. Tickets are $12.00. Menu: Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, rolls beverages and dessert. Info: 330-483-3655.
Virginia Wheeler Martin Family History & Learning Center grand opening will be held at Medina Library form
12:00 to
4:00 pm. Medina County's first public Makerspace, Digital Lab, and the introduction of the greatly expanded family history collection. Info: 330-722-6236.
We Care Medina Personal Care Pantry will be open from
8:00 to
9:30 am at Living Hope Church, 6288 Wooster Pike. Only cost: $4 donation.
9th Annual "Tank the Truck"
with Laundry Detergent, Soap & Shampoo. Help Medina County Chapter #72 of the Disabled American Veterans along with other County Veterans Organizations support Medina County residents in need. Donations of laundry detergent, soap, and shampoo and tax deductible donations can be made to "Medina County Veterans Memorial Fund" through December 7th. Info: 330-722-9368.
Breakfast with Santa from 8:00 to 10:30 am at Spencer Town Hall. Make and ornament and take pictures with Santa. Info.
4th Annual Spencer Community Christmas Tree hosted by The Spencer Historical Society and The Spencer Beautification Committee will be held in from of the village hall from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Info.
Friends of CTCC is hosting the Santa Shop from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, 6306 Avon Lake Road, Chatham. Children may purchase gifts for siblings, mom and dad, grandparents and pets. No price over $5.00. The gifts will be wrapped at no charge. Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus and bring your cameras for pictures. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus arrive at 10:00 am. Ornaments may be made at another table. Children may visit the Polar Express Train. The Chatham Historical Society is also hosting a tree lighting with caroling at 7:00 pm at the same location. Follow the luminaries to the museum and see all the vintage Christmas decorations. Refreshments will be available. Info: 330.667.2276.
Paper Snowflakes hosted by Medina County Park Distrist: Even if there isn't a snowflake on the ground outdoors, we can make it snow indoors! Come anytime during scheduled program hours. Stay for a few minutes and make just one snowflake, or stay for a while and try out various templates! All ages are welcome. No registration is required. Free. Info.
Jingle All the Way Aboard the Santa Express Train at Ohio Station Outlets through December 24. Ride the train and meet Santa for a storytime and take your own pictures. First Train boards at 10:30 am. Limited seating; first-come, first-serve. 50 tickes per train. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Info.
Christmas at the Ranch. Bring your family out to gather around the bonfire while sipping on hot cocoa. Walk through a live nativity; enjoy live Christmas music; experience a tractor-pulled hayride(weather permitting). Info.
Sunday, December 8
City of Brunswick Christmas Celebration:
Free event held at Brunswick Recreation Center, 4095 Center Rd. from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Santa will be here for the kiddos to meet, take a photo with and get those last minute Christmas requests in! We'll have a scavenger hunt, prizes, pool party, nachos, hot coco and face painting! Info.
Christmas in the Valley will be held from
11:00 am to
2:00 pm. S
pirited libations at the NEW North Pole Parlor located at Amy's Arbors new Rustic Event Space (the Old Valley Tack) a good time to come out and check out the new rustic event space and grab a fun drink to support Valley City Community! So much fun planned for right here in Charming Down Town Valley City! Info.
Kitten Krazy is excited to announce that Santa Claus is coming to town from
12:00 to
4:00 pm. Donation of $10.00 includes 4x6 keepsake photo in holiday frame.
Info.
Now in its 24th Season, Tomáseen Foley's A Celtic Christmas will be held at the Medina Performing Arts Center, 851 Weymouth Rd., Medina from 3:30 pm.Info.
Ohio Regional Music Arts & Cultural Outreach closes out its 2019 Wadsworth Library concert season with Home for the Holidays: Sentimental Melodies from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Let vocalist Emily Aleta Dorland, and pianist Duane Carlson take you through a musical journey celebrating the most wonderful time of the year while honoring many cultures through the power of music. The Wadsworth Public Library is located at 132 Broad Street, in Wadsworth. Info or call 330-722-2541.
Tuesday, December 10
The Black River Comedy Club will hold auditions for their 2020 musical comedy show "Tarzan" on
Tuesday, December 10 and
Thursday, December 12, at
7:00 pm at the Homerville Community Center, Route 301, just north of intersection with Route 224. Persons interested in participating are invited to attend either audition date. The rehearsals for the production will start in January 2020. Info:
Barbara Gilbert at 330948-1658 or gilber204@aol.com.
Wednesday, December 11
Sonnets Espresso Bar & Restaurant features great original music just about every Wednesday. Sign up starts at
6:00 pm.
Info.
Thursday, December 12
Medina County Office for Older Adults will be holding a Cleveland Jack Casino & Light Tour starting at
11:00 am. Bus leaves Medina - Regal Cinema at
11:15 am Park at south end - very last row near trees. Brunswick at
11:45 am -Rec Center 3637 Center Rd park in back lot, not library lot or front Handicap space. $25 per person. Leave Casino at 5:30 for trip around Cleveland to see Christmas Lights. Return approx
7:30 pm. Info:
Jenny at 330-723-9514 or jakiousis@medinaco.org.
Friday, December 13
First Universalist Church in Westfield Center is hosting its third annual cookie walk from
11:00 am to
6:00 pm. items include homemade cookies, candies, savory snacks and doggie treats for $8 per pound. A plastic glove and box will be given. Preorder boxes are available by calling 330-714-4850.
The Music Ministry of Our Lady of Grace Church, 1088 Ridge Rd., Hinckley, will present their Annual Family Christmas Concert at
7:00 pm. The concert is free and all are welcome. Info: 330-278-4121
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Soprema Cafe Customer Appreciation from
11:30 am to
1:30 pm. $5.50 lunch special: baked ham, cheesy potatoes, green been casserole & gingerbread cookies with cream cheese frosting. Holiday entertainment: Emily Dorland with Sentimental Melodies and Concordia at Sumner, performing all your favorite holiday favorites.
Saturday, December 14
The
Western Reserve Masonic Community Chapel will host Free Breakfast with Santa from
9:00 to
11:00 am. Breakfast will include French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage links, hash browns, milk, juice and coffee. This season, instead of an admission fee, please donate any of the needed items for Feeding Medina County: 16-18 oz plastic jars of peanut butte, 20 oz. or smaller jars of squeezable jelly, fruit in cups, unsweetened or natural juices, and pudding cups. Info: 330-721-3000.
Annual Christmas Factory Sale hosted by McJak Candy Company, LLC, 1087 Branch Rd., Medina, will be held from
9:00 am to
1:00 pm .
Info.
Seville United Methodist Church, 74 W. Main St., will host an Indoor Holiday Market from
10:00 am to
2:00 pm. Info: 330-769-2836.
Sunday, December 15
Seville Presbyterian Church, 101 Center St., Seville, will present a reenactment of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" at
10:30 am. Info: 843-425-4775.
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Medina County men fought at the Battle of the Bulge
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MEDINA - For two Medina residents, the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge is of major significance.
The men survived the battle, which James Banks, professor emeritus at Cuyahoga Community College, calls the "longest, bloodiest battle of World War II."
Banks, of Medina, said there were 80,000 casualties and 20,000 prisoners of war in 45 continuous days of fighting.
The history books say the Dec. 16, 1944 battle is known as the last major Nazi offensive in World War II. It proved to be the Germans' last hurrah in the war. They wanted to destabilize the allies and take control of Antwerp, a port where the allies dropped off supplies.
Instead, the largest battle in World War II backfired on the Germans, who soon thereafter surrendered to the allies.
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Local company helps transport NASA's Orion capsule across Ohio
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RUNSWICK - Brunswick company RPTS Express Inc. had the haul job of a lifetime when it was pegged with an important role in the recent transportation of NASA's Orion spacecraft.
RPTS Express, 1220 Industrial Park, helped plan how to get the Orion capsule, designed to carry astronauts to the moon, from Mansfield to its destination at NASA's research station in Sandusky. That's where it will undergo four months of testing to determine how it will hold up under extreme conditions.
The capsule is part of NASA's plan to put astronauts back on the moon by 2024.
A huge cargo plane dubbed Super Guppy brought the capsule to Mansfield from Kennedy Space Center in Florida last month, where it was a spectacular sight for those on the tarmac.
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Medina libraries cutting late fines for good
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MEDINA COUNTY, Ohio - Libraries have come a long way over the last few decades and they have lots more to offer than just books.
"Educational programs, STEM programs, STEAM programs, book clubs, you name it," said Carole Kowell the Medina County district library director.
And most libraries are far from quiet anymore.
"The kids get to play in the play area which is really nice, there's just a lot of options that keep them busy," said library patron Anna Kemp.
The new trend in libraries nationwide is picking up steam. Public libraries everywhere are cutting out late fines completely.
"One thing we don't want to do is to have any barrier that prevents anyone a child, a teen an adult from using our library services," said Kowell.
Read the rest of Amanda VanAllen's story at
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Music in Medina County
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Employment Opportunities
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Accountant- Medina Health Department. INFO.
Veterinary Assistant - Medina County Animal Clinic.
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Drug Task Force-Narcotics Agency Director.
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LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- St. Ambrose School, Brunswick.
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Hairstylist-
Supercuts.
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Technology Associate
- Medina County District Library. INFO.
Bus Driver (Part-Time) -
Medina County Transit. Info.
Front Desk Receptionist-
Nichols Family Dentistry.
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Police Dispatcher- City of Medina.
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Manager, Facility Maintenance Services - Wadsworth Public Library.
INFO.
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