Happy weekend, Lorain! In today’s happening-today edition: Affordable homes for working families, a psychic fair, and Toy Story 5 for littles + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New housing effort begins: Lorain County, Elyria, and Oberlin leaders announced a $902,000 grant to jump-start affordable homes for working families. Community Building Partners and Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity will lead the effort -- explore the housing plans.
Local business gets a boost: Downtown Lorain’s Brass & Bronze Foundry Bar received a $20,000 Amex Shop Small grant, one of 10 Ohio winners among 250 nationwide, supporting growth and community efforts for Fresco Bistro -- see the grant details.
Training for real-world careers: West Shore Career-Technical District’s MEMS program received a $20,000 Lorain County Community College grant, expanding electronics, soldering and clean-room instruction and delivering credentials including IPC J-STD-001 and OSHA-10 -- learn about the MEMS training.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Easy waterfront win: Beaver House is the laid-back bar and grill at Beaver Park North with a breezy, by-the-lake vibe that makes weeknights feel like mini getaways. Grab a friend, claim a table, and let someone else handle dinner while you watch boats come and go.
Your swing needs this: Short on sunshine or patience, you can still get your golf fix at FoxCreek Golf & Racquet Club, a Lorain favorite with a friendly layout, room to breathe, and just enough challenge to keep you humble. Grab a buddy this week and go make some birdie memories.
Close to home escape: Skip the long haul and roll over to Timber Ridge Campground in Amherst for full-hookup sites, an indoor pool, two playgrounds, and a catch-and-release pond. Check their event calendar for family-friendly happenings, then pick a weekend that buys you quiet without leaving Lorain County.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧹 June Mini Sweep @ Magdalen's Coffee | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Main Street Lorain is hosting the workout we actually stick with, a mini sweep of the neighborhood, coffee first, cleanup after. Grab a free cup at Magdalen’s, then head out with provided gloves, bags, and grabbers. Your back stays happy, your town looks better.
🎬 Littles at the Cinema Toy Story 5 @ Amherst Cinema - Amherst, Ohio | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Matinee sanity check at Amherst Cinema, with Toy Story 5 on the screen and parents who get it. $5 a person, ages 2 and under free, for littles 10 and under, plus a kids snack combo deal if you mention Lorain with Littles.
🏍 Special Olympic Poker Run @ American Legion Post 118 (Amherst) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:30 AM – Ready to ride for a good cause? The Special Olympics Poker Run rolls out with kickstands up, cards drawn at each stop, and a mix of open road, familiar faces, and humble bragging rights. Bring your bike, your best poker face, and your generous streak.
🧒 Secure the Future Lorain County Youth Council Event @ Lorain County Urban League (Elyria) | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – This free youth event at the Urban League in Elyria covers what homeroom skipped: spotting unsafe situations, building first-aid kits, and practical gun safety, plus meeting the Lorain County Youth Council. For ages 13 to 18, expect real skills, real connections, and peace of mind.
🎨 Summer Vibes Paint Workshop @ Plumtree Design Studio (Elyria) | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – Skip the yard work and hit the Summer Vibes paint workshop. For $35 you get a curated kit, your pick of four cheery designs, the supply and refreshment bar, and a finished piece worthy of the fridge. No experience, just vibes.
🎷 The Aidan Plank Jazz Combo @ Speak of the Devil | Saturday (6/20) at 7:30 PM – Aidan Plank’s jazz combo is sliding into Speak of the Devil with the good stuff: sharp players, cool improvisation, and that anything-can-happen buzz. The Ohio bassist leads with lithe, inventive lines that keep it loose, alive, and just unpredictable enough, like a martini with opinions.
🎙 Rat Pack Together Again @ Lorain Palace Theatre | Sunday (6/21) at 3:00 PM – Dust off your cocktail shaker, this Rat Pack tribute brings an eight-piece band that swings. Think Sinatra’s Come Fly With Me and My Way, Dino’s That’s Amore, and Sammy’s Mr. Bojangles and Candy Man, cheaper than Vegas, easier on the shoes. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Lorain report Weather forecastToday — High: 74°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 17%
A slight chance of rain showers between 11am and 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. West wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 62. West wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 76°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 13%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. Northwest wind around 6 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely between 8pm and 11pm, then rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 62. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. This house is wildThis recently renovated 3-bedroom townhome sits right over the Black River with Lake Erie views, balconies on both sides, and front-row access to Rockin’ on the River, fireworks, and the water taxi. Three full stories plus a spiral-staircase loft, hardwood floors, an office, attached garage, pool, fitness center, and walkable waterfront amenities make it stand out.
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