Saturday, March 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Medina. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After years of planning, Next Step Up opened at the former MMHA administrative offices on Walter Road and now provides emergency housing with 27 beds for 20 people (men, women and two children). The shelter is pet friendly and works with local agencies to offer support services (and will soon accept donations). Cleveland.com
- ➤ Today, the Medina County District Library is set to bring back its Book Bike and Adventure Passes this summer—offering free books, events, and discounted access to local attractions. The library also released its 2024 Annual Report, which shows growth in borrowing, new library cards, event attendance, and digital enhancements ahead of National Library Week. Cleveland.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Medina father-daughter team has turned their fish fry reviews into a local tradition by scoring meals on a scorecard they started in 2009 to rate flavor, service, and value. They share their 'Frydays with Daddy' Facebook live videos — drawing about 10,000 weekly viewers. News 5 Cleveland
- ➤ Two local author talks are scheduled at the Medina Library this month—former Ashland detective Kim Mager will discuss her book 'A Hunger to Kill' about interviews with serial killer Shawn Grate on April 10 at 6:30 p.m.—while local writer Shelley Shepard Gray will talk about her romance novel 'Their Surprise Reunion' on May 6 at 6:30 p.m. Cleveland.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Medina City School District may lose $1.5 million in state funding if Governor DeWine’s proposed biennial budget is approved — Superintendent Aaron Sable said cuts could force reductions in staff and programs. Sable urged community members to contact state legislators before the July 1 deadline. Cleveland.com
- ➤ Medina High School teacher Tim Bracken leads a home repair and maintenance class that shows about 20 students how to build a frame, wire an outlet, install drywall, and fix leaks—skills they can use when they buy a fixer-upper home. The hands-on course, started before COVID, also teaches safe tool use and includes projects like building spice racks that students take home. Cleveland.com
ENERGY NEWS
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Ballet Magnificat! Presents 'The Prodigal's Journey'
Ballet Magnificat! performs their original story ballet 'The Prodigal's Journey', inspired by the biblical parable from Luke 15, sharing themes of forgiveness and redemption through dance.
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Bobcats Showdown Basketball Tournament
The Bobcats Showdown is a basketball tournament for both boys and girls teams, held in Medina, Ohio, featuring an entry fee of $260.
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Fruit Tree Pruning Seminar
10-11 a.m. — Boyert's Greenhouse and Farm — RSVP Required — Learn expert techniques for pruning fruit trees to ensure a bountiful harvest this spring.
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Sushi Making 101
11 AM – 1 PM — Cool Beans Café — $ — Learn to roll delicious sushi while crafting your own perfect Lenten menu addition.
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Kidd G Concert
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Thirsty Cowboys — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of vibrant music by Kidd G in the heart of Medina.
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Easter Egg Hunt on the Farm
10:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. — Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique — Cost varies — Hunt for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and explore the farm's adorable animals.
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Cars & Coffee
8 AM – 12 PM — Medina Public Square Historic District — Free entry — Experience a relaxing morning surrounded by over 100 vintage cars while enjoying coffee and breakfast.
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Tabletop Succulent Garden Workshop
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Cool Beans Café — Cost varies — Create an adorable tabletop gnome garden with live succulents and miniature figurines!
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Cleveland Keys Dueling Pianos
6-9 p.m. — Williams on the Lake — Dinner Buffet with Cash Bar — Experience an engaging night of dueling pianos with requests and sing-alongs.
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