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Also on today's calendar: Fall Into Gardening at GardenWalk Lakewood's October Plant Swap and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Lakewood Rangers Education Foundation awards nearly $44,000 in teaching grants (cleveland.com) — Lakewood teachers just received nearly $44,000 in grants from the Lakewood Rangers Education Foundation to fund 36 creative classroom and club projects across the district. From preschool engineering and map literacy to art tools and the Stock Market Game, these awards will give Lakewood students new hands-on learning experiences this school year.
2. Lakewood now 7-1 after 42-0 Win Over Normandy (lakewoodobserver.com) — Lakewood Rangers football is now 7-1 after a 42-0 rout of Normandy, putting the team in strong position to host its first home playoff game in over 20 years if it wins one of its last two contests. Standout performances from sophomore quarterback Otto Wilhelmy, several skill players, and a dominant offensive line highlighted a celebratory night for Lakewood fans.
3. Saying goodbye to LBM, the Lakewood bar that made room for everyone (cleveland.com) — LBM, the beloved Norse-themed craft cocktail bar on Madison Avenue in Lakewood's Birdtown neighborhood, will pour its last drinks this Saturday after insurance costs made operating unsustainable. The story looks back at how LBM helped define Lakewood's cocktail scene, supported local causes, and became a quirky, welcoming gathering spot for neighbors.
4. Best streets to go trick-or-treating near Cleveland? Hershey weighs in (fox8.com) — Webb Road in Lakewood has been singled out by Hershey as one of Ohio's top trick‑or‑treat streets, praised for its tightly packed, century‑old homes and candy‑rich route. The national contest weighs décor, walkability, and community spirit, with a candy‑filled block party awaiting the eventual winner.
5. Pain Of Truth perform 'This Hatred' and 'Chinatown NY' on 'On The Radar' (lambgoat.com) — Lakewood hardcore and metal fans can catch Pain Of Truth at Roxy at Mahall's on October 18 as part of the band's extensive North American tour. The Long Island group is supporting its self‑titled sophomore album and sharing bills with acts like Madball, 100 Demons, and Rotting Out on select dates.
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