🌱 See how a student project now feeds neighbors 24/7
Medina, Ohio Patch AM: a 5 min readGreetings Medina! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- See how a student project now feeds neighbors 24/7
- Which Medina-area trails are featured in this summer’s Slo Roll rides?
- How hearing‑impaired Medina residents can get a free fire alert unit
Also on today's calendar: "Red, White & Blueprint" Architectural Hike at Richfield Heritage Preserve and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a camel who likes to perform in plays? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Hot and humid with some sun, with a high of 94 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Hot and humid with hazy sun, temps: high: 97, low: 74.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Little free food pantry made by Medina High School students to continue to feed the community (medina-gazette.com) — Medina High School students have launched a 24/7 little free food pantry at 177 Northland Drive, using funds from a pickleball tournament to stock it with food and essentials. Partnering with OhioGuidestone near several social service offices, the bright blue pantry offers a discreet, walk-up option for anyone in Medina who needs or wants to donate items. 
2. Bike Medina County invites cyclists to Slo Rolls (cleveland.com) — Bike Medina County is hosting a series of evening Slo Roll rides across Medina County this July and August, with routes starting at spots like Chippewa Yacht Club, Cy Hewit Park, and Plum Creek Park. Rides are family-friendly, about 10 miles, open to the public, and emphasize safety gear and visibility. Organizers aim to build community while encouraging everyday cycling around Medina.
3. Medina fire department offers smoke detector option for hearing impaired residents (cleveland.com) — Medina’s fire department is offering free bedside alert units for residents with hearing impairments in Medina, Medina Township, and Montville Township, installed through a state-backed program. Locals can apply at Medina Fire Station 1 and are urged to use certified smoke and carbon monoxide detectors instead of unreliable bargain devices sold online.
4. Medina County Public Transit to make changes to its south circular service (medina-gazette.com) — Medina County Public Transit is overhauling its south circular route so riders will call ahead for pickups, aiming to better serve the growing number of residents needing transportation. After recent public input, service is expected on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting in July, with sign-up sheets planned for riders without cellphones.
5. Imagination Library delivers free books to Medina County children (medina-gazette.com) — Thousands of Medina County children are getting free monthly books through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, managed locally by Community Action and the Medina County District Library. With most eligible kids now enrolled, families can register each child under 5 to receive age-appropriate books that boost early literacy and keep reading alive between library visits.
📸 Around Medina
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Upcoming Events in
Medina
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★ Featured events ★
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Fireworks Festival! →
Medina Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Rd, Medina
5:00 pm
Friday July 3
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Other local events
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Board of Education Regular Meeting
Medina City SD Garfield Building 234 S Broadway
6:00 pm -
Zoning Commission Meeting
York Township Office Building Fire Complex, 6609 Norwalk Rd., Medina, OH, 44256, United States
7:00 pm -
Township Office CLOSED
York Township Office Building OH -
Fourth of July Parade →
Medina Public Square Historic District, Public Square, Medina
4:00 pm -
Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
York Township Office Building Fire Complex, 6609 Norwalk Rd., Medina, OH, 44256, United States
6:30 pm -
Drop in Toy Workshop
Replay for Kids 6190 Cochran Rd, Solon, OH 44139, USA
10:00 am -
Market to Mason Jar - Canning Class →
Cool Beans Café, 103 W Liberty St, Medina
1:00 pm -
"Red, White & Blueprint" Architectural Hike at Richfield Heritage Preserve →
Richfield Heritage Preserve 3771 Oviatt Rd, Richfield, OH, 44286
2:00 pm
Tuesday June 30
Thursday July 2
Friday July 3
Saturday July 4
Thursday July 9
Saturday July 11
Sunday July 19
📣 Medina Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Mayor's Court
City of Brunswick Brunswick City Hall, 4095 Center Road, Brunswick, OH, 44212
5:15 pm -
Connections Networking Group II →
Northern Medina County Chamber Alliance Farmer's Insurance-The Peacey Agency 1387 Barn Run Drive Valley City, OH 44280
9:00 am -
THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA →
Thirsty Cowboys, 2743 Medina Rd, Medina
7:00 pm -
Baby & Me Yoga →
Brunswick Library, 3649 Center Rd, Brunswick
10:30 am
Tuesday June 30
Wednesday July 1
Thursday July 2
Friday July 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- TAKING A DOG TO A FARMER'S MARKET is good socialization for dogs and humans.
The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly and generally safe in a good American town. In the past couple of years, I've encountered people at a farmer's… (Nextdoor Cloverleaf) - Recently I thought I saw a message or post from a person that lives in valley city and makes drapes&curtains to order.
If you know that person or you are that person,Please send me a message, (Nextdoor Chatham)
- The Cleveland Clinic posted a job opening for Environmental Services Area Cleaner I in Medina. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Medina. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Medina here.
Ok Medina! 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: A drama-dary (Thank you Phillip M. for sending it in!)
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