Politics & Government
5 Things You Need to Know This Week, Sept. 12 – 18
From a blood drive to a book sale, there's plenty going on this week in Brecksville.

- The continues its fall “storytimes” for babies, toddlers and preschool-age children this week. Check the library’s calendar for details on which day and time is best for your child.
- Superintendent Scot Prebles is hosting the first “” event at 9 a.m. on Sept. 15 at . The informal event gives community members a chance to chat with Prebles.
- There’s a blood drive at the from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, according to the American Red Cross website.
- There’s a Friends of the Brecksville Library book sale this weekend. According to the library’s calendar, the sale starts with a friends-only preview on Thursday and is open to the public on Friday and Saturday.
- Another Shred Your Documents Day will be held this Saturday from 9 a.m. until noon. The Service Department’s website has some information on what to include and what to leave at home.
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