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SCIENCE FAIR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 Letter to the

The Gelfand Science, Engineering and Maker Fair Program,
through Case Western Reserve University, provided grant fund- Editor April
ing for each student to receive a tri-fold board and an award.
This grant also helps students purchase special items needed to To the Editor:
carry out science fair projects. Many thanks to the Columbia I read (and completely
Schools Administrators, teachers, judges, and parents that sup- agree with) last week’s ed-
port this program and allow students to participate in hands-on itorial by Dolores Downey, Events at
STEM experiences. concerning speed limits and
explosive housing develop-
Letter to the Editor ments. Station Road, south Columbia Branch
of Rt. 82, has become a
To the Editor: drag strip for kids in Cama-
I was standing by the kitchen sink, at 2:55 p.m., Wednesday, ros, Mustangs, Chargers and
2/16/22, listening to someone in the neighborhood, near An- Challengers. Sadly, it’s just a
dees Dr., target shooting. All of a sudden a loud cracking sound. matter of time before carnage It’s an Alphabet Party Creepy Crawly Composting
When I investigated I found a bullet had penetrated the outside changes (or lowers) the speed Monday, April 4; 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 14; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
and inside of the utility room wall and kitchen wall. The bullet limit. My suggestion: speed Preschoolers ages 2 to 5 and their Learn about the basics of
holes were 3/8” in diameter, obviously from a high-powered bumps every thousand feet. caregivers will explore the alphabet with maintaining a vermicomposter, or
assault rifle. That thing sounds more like shots from a cannon Another concern I have is fun and games. worm farm, to create rich, natural
than bullets for a rifle. When the Deputy Sheriff showed up, the huge “low income” folks fertilizer for your garden. Each
he decided it was an accident and would have a look around over age 55, housing devel-
the neighborhood. I agreed it was probably an accident, but a opments being built behind Baby and Me family will make and take home
reckless accident. Schild’s IGA on Rt. 82. These Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26; 10 to 10:15 a.m. their own mini‑composter with a
I know that shooting in Columbia Station is legal, but I think structures are going up ev- Bounce, wiggle and play at this interactive wriggle of red worms. Dress for a
that was meant from times when people were shooting 22’s and erywhere, and one has to ask story time. For babies, birth through mess!
shotguns, etc., not assault weapons. Shooting those things at ones self... What is the pur- 18 months, or early walkers, with their
a non-monitored area sounds a little bit risky to me. Had that pose of all of these (unwant-
bullet been 2 1/2 ft. lower and 3 ft. to the right, I would not be ed) structures? Rumors are, caregivers. Crafty Adults
around to write this letter. And I thought all we had to worry property taxes will become Monday, April 18; 6 to 7:30 p.m.
about was the ever increasing traffic in Columbia Station. So so high, home owners will be Tales for Tykes Each month, staff will provide
far no apology or offer to repair the bullet holes. Thanks to the forced to occupy these struc- Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26; 10:30 to 11 a.m. instructions on a new project.
Deputy Sheriff for his investigation and follow up. tures. And, I predict soon, All materials are provided. This
H. Sigmund, Columbia Station that the name of Columbia Stories, movement and rhymes for active program is co‑sponsored by The
Station will be changed to walkers through 3‑year‑olds with their
“West Strongsville.” caregivers. Friends of the Columbia Library,
Chris Busanus, Columbia Inc.
Station Little Learners

Genealogy Tuesdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26; 11:30 a.m. to noon Friends of the Columbia Branch
General Membership Meeting
Caregivers with 4 and 5‑year‑olds nurture
MBR Farm Society meeting their love of reading through books and Tuesday, April 19; 5 p.m.
activities.

Open House ter of the Ohio Genealogy Tabletop Games Club Join a fun group of library
The Lorain County Chap-
enthusiasts who host book sales
and volunteer at various programs
MBR Farm Boarding & Training Society will meet on Monday, Tuesdays, April 5, 26; 6 p.m. in support of your beloved branch.
April 11, at 7 p.m., in an on-
is having an Open House line meeting that everyone is Join us for a fun evening of card games
benefiting Multiple Breed Rescue! invited to attend. and board games. Dino‑mite Terrariums
“Extra! Extra! Ancestors
Spend the day at MBR Farm Exposed in the News: Using Evening Book Discussion: “Certain Friday, April 22; 3 to 3:45 p.m.
meeting adoptable dogs, touring our Newspapers in Genealogy.” Children ages 5 and up will create
facility, participating in raffles, walking our Diana Crisman Smith, re- Dark Things” by Silvia Moreno Garcia dinosaur‑themed terrariums to
trails, and learning about our searcher, speaker, writer, and Wednesday, April 6; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. take home.
training, boarding, and grooming teacher will present informa- Spend an evening each month discussing
tion on using old newspapers
services at the farm. in searching your family his- a great book and making new friends. Ready, Set, Grow!
tory. Copies of the book are available at the Saturday, April 23; 2 to 3 p.m.
library. New members are welcome.
The event is on She is also a lay librarian A presentation to teach children
Saturday, April 9 at the Westlake Ohio Fami- about backyard gardening,
ly History Center and brings
& Sunday, April 10, lots of experience and knowl- Columbia Fiber Arts Group gardening tools, weather
conditions, growth zones and
from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. edge to her presentations. Thursdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28; Noon to 4 p.m. more. Perfect for children ages 3
at MBR Farm This virtual program be- For new and long‑time knitters and and up.
Pictures gins at 7 p.m. and is open
with the 37305 Royalton Rd. to members and the public. crocheters. If you have a “UFO” (an
Easter Bunny! Grafton Those interested in watching Unfinished Object) that you would Afternoon Book Discussion:
the presentation should con- like to work on with us, bring it or start
tact meetings@loraincoogs. something new! “Unsheltered” by Barbara
Dogs for adoption with approved application. org to be added to the invi- Kingsolver
Dog-friendly dogs only. tation list and to receive the K‑pop Wonderland
Please, no retractable leases! online link. Tuesday, April 12; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, April 25; 2 to 3 p.m.
For more information,
To learn more about us visit contact Norm at (440) 856- Celebrate your favorite K‑pop groups with Spend an afternoon each month
discussing a great book and making
http://mbrohio.com or visit us on Facebook 5170. music, food and DIY merch. New fans new friends. Copies of the book
curious about Korean pop culture are also are available at the library. New
Herb Guild welcome to this program. Intended for members are welcome.
6757 Center Rd Garden Club teens and tweens ages 9 and up.
Valley City
The April meeting of The
330-483-1190 Herb Guild Garden Club will
www.gandalfspub.com be held on Wednesday, April ®
Sat, April 2, 7:30pm Taco Tuesday 13, at Porter Public Library Shred Day
in Westlake. After a brief
Saturday, April 30; 9 a.m. to noon
with... 3 for $9 business meeting, the pro- Bring your sensitive documents to reopens in April
Guy Pick from our Taco Menu gram will start at 12:30 p.m., be shredded onsite in
Snowdon Hard & Soft Shells which will be a power point the library parking The StoryWalk® is a great way to
presentation about the Cleve-
Sat, April 16, 6:00pm Wednesday land Cultural Gardens. A craft lot. Each household combine physical activity with
with... MAC & CHEESE NIGHT will follow the presentation. may bring up to five literacy. Children’s picture book
standard‑size copier
Prime Choose from multiple Guests are invited to attend paper boxes or five pages are mounted on frames
and find out more about the
along the trail in Columbia
Numbers Artisan Meals club. There is no charge for grocery‑size bags of Township Park inviting
Thursday the craft. At this time the li- documents. Staples are children and their families and
LUNCH SPECIALS BURGER NIGHT brary has dropped its mask fine, but no paper clips, binder clips,
EVERYDAY! 1/2 lb. Certified mandate. binders, spiral‑bound notebooks, caregivers to follow along the
path. The StoryWalk® starts just
The Herb Guild is a lo-
MUSIC BINGO Angus Burger - $9 cal organization and meets other metal objects, batteries, or outside the library door. Stop in
Thursdays 7:30pm EVERY on the second Wednesday of electronics. This free event is provided and see us!
Sunday the month at Porter Public by the Lorain County Solid Waste
HAPPY HOUR Brunch from Library in Westlake, Ohio Management District. The event may
Tues - Fri 3-7pm 9am-2pm (27333 Center Ridge Road), end early if the truck is full.
$1 OFF Drafts Live Music & Events in the Porter Room. New
members and guests are al-
(excluding Guinness) ways welcome. For more in-
$2 Domestics 4/23 Chris Tuma formation on the upcoming Preregistration is required for these programs.
4/30 Furious George
December 3rd only meeting, call (440) 353-9764
Scratch Kitchen 5/1 Hopper Mulloy Hybrid program. Registrants can attend virtually or in person.
courtesty of Exec. Chef 5/7 Custy & McNamara or visit theirwebsite, theherb-
Edward West guild.org. You can also find Visit the online calendar for the most current information LorainPublicLibrary.org/events.
Hours: Tues-Wed: 11am-10pm, Th: 11am-11pm, them on Facebook under The
Fri-Sat: 11am-12am, Sun: 9am-9pm, Mon: Closed Herb Guild.