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🌱 Patch AM: Could part of Westlake’s $14.2 million in unclaimed funds be yours?
You won't want to miss Reimagine Your Career: A Night to Explore Real Estate on the Westlake Patch calendar
Hello Westlake! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Could part of Westlake's $14.2 million in unclaimed funds be yours?
- Why a Westlake library card might be your smartest free upgrade
- See which Westlake leaders are now permanently honored at City Hall
Also on today's calendar: Nutrition and Mental Health and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny; breezy, warmer, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.
- Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 78, low: 69.
- Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Northeast Ohio ZIP code ranks among top 5 statewide in amount of unclaimed funds (mahoningmatters.com) — Westlake's 44145 ZIP code has about $14.2 million in unclaimed funds waiting to be claimed, placing it among Northeast Ohio's top ZIPs. Residents can quickly search their names at unclaimedfunds.ohio.gov, generate a claim form, and submit documents online or by mail as the state streamlines the process to return money faster. 
2. Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month at Westlake Porter Public Library (thevillagernewspaper.com) — Westlake residents are encouraged to sign up for or renew a Westlake Porter Public Library card this September and tap into everything from STEAM programs and makerspace tools to job resources and cultural events. With free cards for Ohio residents and fun new designs, the library is highlighting how a simple card can support school success, lifelong learning, and stronger community connections.
3. Westlake Honors More Than Two Centuries of Department Leaders with Perpetual Plaques (thevillagernewspaper.com) — Westlake is commemorating more than 200 years of department leadership with new perpetual plaques recognizing every director and chief in the city's main departments, dating back to its Dover Township roots. Unveiled at the Sept. 3 council meeting, the displays highlight long-running offices like Treasurer/Finance Director and Township/Council Clerk, whose leadership lines stretch back to 1812.
4. Concord Reserve Celebrates Westlake Workers (thevillagernewspaper.com) — Concord Reserve recently hosted an appreciation luncheon for community associates who work throughout Westlake, treating guests to a five-star spread from Executive Chef Rolando Betancourt. Westlake Mayor Dennis M. Clough joined leadership from Life Enriching Communities to preview upcoming independent living residences and luxury amenities while thanking staff and partners for their contributions.
5. Carson Group Acquires $367M AUM Ohio Firm (fa-mag.com) — A Westlake wealth management firm, Elios Financial Group, has been acquired by national advisory network Carson Group, marking Carson's 50th integrated office. Led by founder James Elios, the Westlake team will keep serving local families with its education-focused retirement planning approach while gaining access to Carson's broader resources and technology.
📸 Around Westlake
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Westlake
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★ Featured events ★
- Reimagine Your Career: A Night to Explore Real Estate →
Keller Williams Citywide, 2001 Crocker Road, Westlake
Wednesday September 16
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Other local events
- Dot Day Celebration
Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room
6:00 pm - Let's Talk! Spanish Language Social Hour
Westlake Porter Public Library - Westlake Room
7:00 pm - Nutrition and Mental Health →
Cuyahoga Community College Westshore Campus, 31001 Clemens Road, Westlake - Preschool Storytime
Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room
1:00 pm - Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Westlake Porter Public Library - Dover Room
2:00 pm - Bear Storytime and Crafts
Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room
4:30 pm - Bow Wow Books
Westlake Porter Public Library -
5:00 pm - Lapsit Storytime
Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room
9:30 am - Toddler Storytime
Westlake Porter Public Library - Storytime Room
10:15 am - 1956: 70th Reunion →
Houlihan's, 25651 Detroit Rd, Westlake
4:00 pm - Karaoke →
Time Warp Bar, 26261 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake
9:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
Wednesday September 16
Thursday September 17
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
📣 Westlake Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for Assistant Manager OH in Westlake. Apply here.
- The Cheesecake Factory posted a job opening for Server in Westlake. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westlake here.
Ok Westlake! 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: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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