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Happy weekend, Lorain!
In today’s happening-today edition: 808 Shave Ice’s comeback, a Friends of the Library book sale, Wags to Riches casino night, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Local favorite finds new home: Fairview Park’s 808 Shave Ice will reopen in May at Bohlken Park, a mile from its old spot, with parking, pavilion seating, playground, and mobile ordering, marking the 10th season — see what’s new and where.
Neighbors rally against hunger: Second Harvest’s Harvest for Hunger, launched Feb. 26, is underway and aims to provide 3.9 million meals while restocking 125 pantries, hot meal programs, and shelters across North Central Ohio — get all the details.
Tracing an industry’s roots: Amherst Historical Society will host a free presentation on the area’s sandstone quarry legacy at 7 p.m. March 24, featuring historic photos, local stories, and light refreshments for donation — explore the industry’s turning points.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fries with serious backup: Whether you crave classic crispy fries or go big with Brisket Poutine (cheese curds + gravy, hello), Mutt & Jeff’s Restaurant and Bar delivers salty, snacky comfort. Pair with a burger, share with friends, or keep it all to yourself… you probably earned it.
Subtle refresh, big feels: Thinking about a subtle weekend glow-up? Integrity Skin Aesthetics in Lorain keeps things friendly and tailored, offering dermal and lip fillers, skin resurfacing, and IV therapy. Low drama, high confidence… the kind of refresh that looks like you on a good day.
After-work toss spot: Squirrel’s Nest DGC at Oakwood Park offers a free 18-hole loop with concrete tees, mostly flat fairways, and enough distance to make drivers work. Perfect for a quick, stress-melting lap between errands with a friend and a trusty midrange.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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Last call for the CVS Epic Beauty Sale: Today’s your last chance to save on all sorts of self-care products at CVS, including makeup, beauty tools, skin care, hair masks, moisturizers, and more from all your favorite brands. *Shop the sale before it ends →
Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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📖 2026 Spring Friends of the Library Book Sale @ Avon Lake Public Library | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Clear a little shelf space, then refill it at the Friends of the Library spring book sale at Avon Lake Public Library. Scoop up bargain reads, chat with neighbors, and feel smug knowing your haul funds community programs, better services, and more library magic.
🎙 “Collecting Oral Histories” Workshop @ Lorain Historical Society – Carnegie Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Turn your family’s greatest hits into history at a hands-on oral history workshop at Lorain Historical Society with Oberlin’s Professor Gina Perez. Amid the 250th buzz, learn practical interview tips, practice with neighbors, and capture those tales before your uncle edits them.
🍝 4th Annual Spaghetti Dinner @ Lorain Lighthouse Methodist Church | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – This annual spaghetti dinner pairs carbs with harmonies and homemade desserts, courtesy of the Lake Ridge Legacy Chorus. Come for the meatballs, stay for the music, and pretend the salad makes it healthy. $20 adults, $10 kids 10 and under, email [email protected] to reserve.
🍷 Everyone Needs a Little Green Wine Tasting @ Italian American Veterans Post #1 | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Craving something greener than your lawn? IAV Lounge is hosting a wine tasting to unveil a new menu of quality, affordable pours, with a wear-a-little-green wink and plenty of neighborly chatter. Members sip for $10, everyone else for $20, bring a friend.
🐾 Wags to Riches 2026 @ Tom’s Country Place (Avon) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:30 PM – Dress up lucky socks for Wags to Riches, the casino night that helps cats and dogs, not just ego at the blackjack table. Dinner, cocktails included, live music, and raffles at Tom’s Country Place, with proceeds supporting Friendship APL’s medical fund. Tickets go fast.
🎨 From Woman 19 Closing Reception @ Lorain County Community College (Elyria) | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Catch the closing reception for From WOMAN 19 at Elyria’s Beth Stocker Art Gallery, a figurative showcase created by, of, and about women. Northeast and Central Ohio artists span oil, textiles, collage, enamel, and more, curated by Mary Urbas, so prepare your nod.
🍪 Kids Easter Cookie Decorating Class @ Nicholas John Salon Spa & Boutique (Amherst) | Sunday (3/15) at 4:00 PM – Trade the Easter eggs for icing bags at a cookie class that teaches kids, and the kid who pays the mortgage, piping and flooding. All supplies included, no experience needed, and you leave with three cookies. Limited spots, so snag yours before the sugar rush.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Lorain report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 41°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. Northwest wind 6 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Later: A chance of snow between 8pm and 5am, then a chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 34. East wind 6 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 26%
A chance of rain and snow before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. Southeast wind 12 to 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. South wind 22 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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Brand-new, this 3-bed, 2-full, 2-half townhome sits in Harborwalk, Lorain’s waterfront community. An open-concept main level pairs vinyl floors with a quartz kitchen. The primary suite includes a walk-in shower. A third-floor lounge with wet bar opens to a deck overlooking the river and Black River Landing concerts. Steps to marinas, Lake Erie’s pier, Broadway District, pool and fitness center.
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