Avon, Ohio
The last remaining antique store in Avon’s historic French Creek District will close at the end of the year.
Mary Ann Brown opened Jameson Homestead Antiques, 36675 Detroit Road, in 1979.
The City of Avon bought the Jameson property in 2018. Mayor Bryan Jensen and Brown came to an agreement that as long as she wanted to run her antique business there, she could. Sadly, Brown passed away last month.
When the City purchased the property, the original intention was to make it a Visitor’s Bureau office. City officials have now decided to relocate the Parks and Recreation Department to the house building. The department is currently located at 35001 Schwartz Road.
Plans are also in the works to restore and utilize the barn adjacent to the main building for educational programming, both for children and seniors.
“The idea is to return it to its original look as a working barn—showing where the animal stalls once were and creating a space where residents can learn about and experience our community’s past,” Jensen said in an email. “We see it becoming a vibrant activity center that serves residents of all ages. We believe this use will both preserve the home and ensure it remains an active and valued part of our community.”
AVON
Pet blessing, pray the Rosary: Pet Blessing for the Feast of St. Francis will take place from 9 to 9:30 a.m. Oct. 3 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 33601 Detroit Road.
Also at Holy Trinity, the Avon Catholic Community will pray in union with the 10th annual National Rosary rally, Prayers, and Benediction for the Sanctity of life and the needs of the country.
Participants can gather at 4 p.m. Oct. 5 on the church front lawn.
Historical society: The next meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Avon Olde Town Hall corner of Detroit and Stoney Ridge roads.
The program, “The United States Star Spangled Banner” presented by Nancy Haas, will feature a discussion regarding the country’s flag.
The meeting is open to the public. For more information, go to avonhistory.org or call Ralph White, president, at 440-695-8238.
Republican club meeting: The Avon-Avon Lake Republican Club will meet at 5 p.m. Oct. 9 in Ragan Hall, 1783 Moore Road.
Guest speakers David Moore, Lorain County Commissioner, will discuss recent county activities, and Stephanie Stock, president of Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom, will present public health freedoms.
Refreshments will be available. Guest cost is $5.
Homecoming: The Avon Local Schools will celebrate Homecoming weekend with a parade stepping off from the high school on Detroit Road at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 followed by a Powder Puff football game at Westland Heating and Air Conditioning + Plumbing Stadium, 3075 Stoney Ridge Road.
Convertibles and flatbed trailers are needed for the parade. Email bullerk@avoneagles.org if you are able to help.
The Homecoming football game against Midview is at 7 p.m. Oct 3.
The Homecoming Dance is at 7 p.m. Oct. 4 at the high school. The theme is Cosmic Glow.
Senior survey: The Avon Senior Center is looking for feedback through a survey to better understand the needs and desires of the senior community (ages 55+).
Input will help identify interests and needs for future growth at the Senior Center.
The survey is available on the city’s website now through Oct. 31. Go to cityofavon.com.
Condolences: Thoughts and prayers to the Fitch Family on the recent passing of Robert “Bob” Fitch, 102.
Fitch was born in Avon where he was a resident for his entire life. He graduated from Avon High School in 1941. He was the fifth generation owner of Fitch Farms in Avon.
He also worked as a security guard for General Motors for 17 years, retiring in 1980.
Fitch served on Avon City Council and was ever present at Avon athletic events, especially basketball. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren and great-grandchild play. He won the Frankie Smitek Award from Avon Athletic Hall of Fame for his dedication to Avon sports, according to the obituary.
Contributions may be made to the Frances Fitch Memorial Scholarship c/o Avon Local Schools, 35600 Bentley Dr., Avon, Ohio 44011
AVON LAKE
Fall fest: The Avon Lake Kiwanis Club’s Fall Fest takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 27 at Bleser Park, 32800 Electric Blvd.
The family event includes pumpkin decorating, horse-drawn wagon rides, climbing
Proceeds benefit the Avon Lake Kiwanis Club scholarship fund.
Parks connectivity survey: The city’s Environmental Affairs Advisory Board is exploring how well city parks are connected and how people get to them.
Input is needed from residents to help prioritize improvements that make it easier and more enjoyable to access and travel between parks—whether walking, biking, or driving.
The survey is available on the city’s website now through Sept. 30, go to avonlake.org.
Ward meeting: Ward 1 resident meeting with Councilman Rob Shahmir will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd. For more information, contact rshahmir@avonlake.org.
Garden club: The Avon on the Lake Garden Club will meet at 11 a.m. Oct. 2 at the Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd, for members.
The public is invited to attend a program after the meeting at 1 p.m. regarding bees and beekeeping.
For more information, go to avonlakegarden.club
Shout-out: With over 450 creatively painted rocks, Avon Lake Public Library patrons helped Roscoe the rock snake grow to over 37.5-feet long this summer season!
If you placed a rock, you are welcome to find it and take it home to keep it warm over the winter.
Roscoe’s head will remain and the library plans to do it all again at the start of summer 2026. Kudos to Kayla Senko and her son, Graeme, for starting the community rock snake at the library.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE
Food collection: The Lions Club is collecting non-perishable foods for Community Care from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 27 at the facility, 34015 Center Ridge Road.
Items needed include peanut butter, jelly, canned vegetables, canned fruit, soup, kid’s cereal, pancake mix, syrup, pasta, canned tuna, and canned chicken.
Monetary donations are also accepted at Community Care, or donate at lionsclubofnr.square.site (scroll to the bottom under the STEPS walk registration).
New business: D&S Automotive recently opened at 34343 Mills Road.
For more information, go to dsautomotive.com.
Bike donation: The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club has been donating adapted bikes to the North Ridgeville City Schools’ community for several years.
This year a new bike was purchased for a preschool student at the Early Childhood Learning Community. The adaptive bike will allow the student to enjoy the outdoors with his family, while continuing to improve his balance and strength.
Pasta available: Italian Coffee owners, 34960 Center Ridge Road, recently announced pasta and salads are now available on the menu from 2 p.m. to close (5 p.m.) Tuesday-Saturday.
LORAIN COUNTY
Thank you cards: All six branches of the Lorain Public Library System, including Avon and North Ridgeville, are inviting the community to stop in during regular hours from Oct. 1-25 to create a heartfelt thank you card for our local heroes.
Library officials will collect the cards and deliver them Oct. 28 in honor of National First Responders Day.