🌱 Want a Bedford garden plot behind Central School this season?
Bedford, Ohio Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Bedford! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Want a Bedford garden plot behind Central School this season?
- Got a signature Bedford dish? Share it before Sunday’s cookbook deadline.
- What the new juvenile correctional facility means for Bedford’s future
Also on today's calendar: Online Investment Resources Through the Library and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 61 and low of 43 degrees.
- Thursday: Rain and drizzle in the a.m., temps: high: 55, low: 40.
- Friday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Gardeners Sought for Community Bedford Garden (bedfordohio.org) — Bedford residents can still claim a plot in the long-running community garden behind Central School on Washington Street, which offers water access, a shared shed, and more than 30 individual beds. New and experienced gardeners alike are welcome to join this neighborhood gathering spot focused on fresh produce, outdoor activity, and connection—just call Lisa at the listed number to learn how to participate. 
2. Reminder: Recipe Deadline Coming Up This Sunday (bedfordohio.org) — Bedford home cooks have just until this Sunday to submit recipes for the Bedford Community Cookbook, with drop boxes at Sirna’s Cafe, City Hall, and Ellenwood or via the QR code online. Organized by the Bedford Downtown Alliance and Matchgirl Productions, the project aims to showcase the dishes and stories that reflect Bedford’s unique flavor and community spirit.
3. 'Systemic transformation:' New concept in juvenile prison system coming to Northeast Ohio (news5cleveland.com) — Bedford is set to host one of Ohio’s new smaller juvenile correctional facilities, part of a major $260 million overhaul of the state youth prison system. Along with a similar site in Grafton, the Bedford facility will replace the larger Cuyahoga Hills campus and emphasize rehabilitation with classrooms, mental health spaces, and vocational training areas.
4. Finding Calm in a Busy Season: Self-Care Tips for May (bedfordohio.org) — Bedford residents are encouraged to slow down this busy May and make room for their mental and emotional well-being. The piece offers simple, practical ideas like carving out quiet moments, saying no to overcommitment, and enjoying small outdoor pleasures to stay grounded and balanced as calendars fill up.
5. Shedeur Sanders is the talk of Cleveland after loaning six-figure Maybach (sportingnews.com) — A Bedford High School senior and his prom date got an unforgettable ride when Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders loaned them his Mercedes-Maybach for prom night. The generous gesture, now buzzing on social media, spotlights Bedford students while also highlighting Sanders’ growing local profile as he competes for the Browns’ starting QB job.
📸 Around Bedford
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Time Travelers →
Bedford Branch, 70 Columbus Rd, Bedford
7:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
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Other local events
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Scholarship Committee Meeting (Caucus Room)
City of Bedford Heights 5661 Perkins Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146
6:00 pm -
Bedford High School Senior Project Fair
Bedford City Bedford, OH 44146
9:00 am -
Charter Review (Caucus Room)
City of Bedford Heights 5661 Perkins Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146
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BCSD Authors Expo & Discussion Panel Event @ Columbus Intermediate School
Bedford City Bedford, OH 44146
6:00 pm -
Bedford High School Senior Awards
Bedford City Bedford, OH 44146
10:00 am -
Online Investment Resources Through the Library →
Bedford Branch, 70 Columbus Rd, Bedford
11:00 am -
Bearcat Grad Cap Decorating →
Bedford Branch, 70 Columbus Rd, Bedford
1:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
📣 Bedford Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Sophomore Honor Awards Program
Solon High School 33600 Inwood Road, Solon, OH 44139
8:00 am -
LV- Right to Read Week
Nordonia Hills City Northfield, OH 44067
9:00 am -
Records Commission →
Warrensville Heights, OH Calendar Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
11:00 am -
Meet-Up Group: Human Resources →
Village of North Randall, 4610 Northfield Rd, North Randall
11:30 am
Wednesday May 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Acosta Group - Acosta Sales & Marketing Company posted a job opening for Mandate Retail Service Merchandiser - Giant Eagle in Bedford. Apply here.
- The Tile Shop posted a job opening for Sales Design Consultant in Bedford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bedford here.
Ok Bedford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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