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🌱 Why dozens of 9/11 memorial cyclists slept at Medina’s fire station
Spotted on the Medina calendar: Medina Gun Show
Coffee in hand, Medina? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why dozens of 9/11 memorial cyclists slept at Medina's fire station
- Planning your fall fun in Medina? Two events you shouldn't miss
- Need a new library card? September is the month to act
Also on today's calendar: Kirby Day and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A few t-storms, some severe, with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 81, low: 67.
- Saturday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Bay to Brooklyn memorial bike ride passes through Medina (medina-gazette.com) — A cross-country 9/11 memorial bike ride stopped in Medina this week, with riders escorted by the Medina Fire Department through Public Square to the city's 9/11 memorial. Mostly retired firefighters, the cyclists stayed overnight at Fire Station No. 1, received meals from local businesses, and met Mayor Jim Shields before continuing toward New York City. 
2. News roundup for Sept. 3 (medina-gazette.com) — Downtown Medina will host the fifth annual Chocolate Walk on Oct. 24, sending ticket holders around Public Square to collect treats from local businesses. Another outing leaves from Medina's Buehler's River Styx for a cultural bus trip, while Rumpke reminds area residents which items belong in their recycling bins and where to safely take batteries.
3. Medina County libraries offer free replacement cards in September (yourohionews.com) — Medina County District Library is waiving fees for replacement cards all September, making it easier for Medina residents to replace lost or damaged cards and restart borrowing. With multiple card types, fine-free borrowing, and online account tools, the system also offers voter registration help and election information at all locations and through its website.
4. Brunswick Library program for grandparents raising grandchildren (cleveland.com) — Grandparents and relatives in Medina County raising children are invited to a free "Parenting Again" support event at Brunswick Library on Sept. 17 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Early Childhood Resource Center, the program offers guidance on caregiving, child development, and local resources, with encouraged online registration but no requirement to sign up in advance.
5. Girls tennis roundup: Highland remains perfect in Suburban League National Conference (medina-gazette.com) — Highland's girls tennis team stayed unbeaten in Suburban League National play with a dominant sweep of North Royalton, led by a flawless performance from first singles standout Lily Hantz. In other league action, Medina's girls were swept 5-0 by Hudson, with the Bees' closest contest coming at second doubles in straight sets.
📸 Around Medina
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Medina
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★ Featured events ★
- Medina Gun Show →
Medina County Community Center, 735 Lafayette Rd, Medina
9:00 am
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- 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 - Labor Day (No School P-12)
Medina City SD Medina, OH 44256 - HSB Toy Workshop
Replay for Kids 6190 Cochran Rd, Solon, OH 44139, USA
2:00 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 - Kirby Day →
Richfield Heritage Preserve -- 3771 Oviatt Road (off Rt. 303) -- Richfield, OH 44286
11:00 am
Thursday September 3
Monday September 7
Thursday September 10
Saturday September 12
📣 Medina Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Kidder -Picture Day
Brunswick City Brunswick, OH 44212
9:15 am - Applewood - PTO popcorn day!
Brunswick City 3891 Applewood Dr, Brunswick, OH 44212, USA
9:30 am - Planning Commission →
Brunswick City Hall, 4095 Center Rd, Brunswick
6:30 pm - Hickory Ridge PTG Popcorn Day
Brunswick City Brunswick, OH 44212
8:00 am
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
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