Avon Lake, Ohio
The Avon Lake Public Library (ALPL) is supporting one of its own, as well as other breast cancer survivors with an important project initiative.
The Avon Lake Public Library is kicking off the “Knockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” project from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at the library, 32649 Electric Blvd., to help women recovering from breast cancer surgery.
The library is kicking off the “Knockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” project from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at the library, 32649 Electric Blvd., to help women recovering from breast cancer surgery.
The project connects volunteer knitters to help create comfortable breast prosthetics for breast cancer survivors. The finished pairs will then be given away free to women who want or need them in the area.
“Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have undergone mastectomies or other procedures to the breast,” said Barbara Demorest, founder of Knitted Knockers in a press release. “Traditional breast prosthetics are usually expensive, heavy, sweaty and uncomfortable. Knitted Knockers on the other hand are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast.”
According to information submitted by library officials, the Knitted Knockers project consists of 250 Knitted Knockers project kits that will be available at the library for volunteers to sign out. Each kit includes supplies needed to complete one pair of Knitted Knockers. After a pair is completed and returned for stuffing and processing, volunteers will pack finished sets up for distribution to those in need.
A Friends of ALPL board member learned of the project after she underwent double mastectomy surgery a few years ago. Knowing the ALPL already had a Stitch Niche program that meets monthly for those interested in knitting and crocheting, the board member introduced the Knockers program to the class. Once ALPL staff heard about the project, they began seeking funding opportunities to purchase additional supplies to assemble Knitted Knocker kits. Thanks to the Friends of ALPL, as well as money from the Community Foundation of Lorain County Lakeland Mini Grant Fund, 250 kits are now available. The Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute also donated informational materials for the public to raise awareness regarding early breast cancer detection and breast cancer.
“It has been shared by countless recipients of Knitted Knockers, including our own Friends member, that receiving a pair of Knockers to wear made them feel ‘normal’ again, improved their self-esteem, and made them comfortable in their clothes again,” said Shea Alltmont, ALPL communications manager in an email. “Also, for so many who can’t afford typically expensive prosthetics, getting a pair of Knockers is a real gift. And that’s just the upside for those that receive these.”
As a ‘thank you’ for supporting the project by knitting or assisting in the effort to raise awareness, volunteers will also receive an ALPL Knitted Knocker Project shirt. If you don’t knit or crochet, there are still opportunities to support the project.
“From putting the kits together, to actually knitting, to preparing completed pairs for distribution, we need volunteers to help us put together all of the moving pieces and details,” said Alltmont. “This is a project with purpose. To make a difference in the lives of women all over northeast Ohio and beyond. But we need many hands to complete the task of our goal of 250-plus Knitted Knockers. We’re so excited for the enthusiasm to get knitting before we’ve even officially kicked off our Knitted Knockers Project.”
To sign up to help, go to alpl.org/knittedknockers. The same website will also have a sign up to request a pair of Knitted Knockers for yourself or someone else.
For more information regarding the Knitted Knockers Project, contact Alltmont at salltmont@avonlake.lib.oh.us, or call 440-933-8128, ext. 244.
AVON
Baseball schedule: Bring on the boys of summer. The Lake Erie Crushers, presented by Akron Children’s Hospital, recently released the 2022 schedule. There are 51 home games and five new opponents visiting Mercy Health Stadium.
The Crushers open the season May 13 hosting the Trois-Rivieres Aigles from Canada. Also making their first trip to Avon next summer will be the Sussex County (New Jersey) Miners, the New York Boulders, the Frontier Greys and the New Jersey Jackals. The schedule also features 10 weekend home stands with a Friday fireworks show.
“We expect 2022 to be one of the best seasons in Crushers history”, said Tom Kramig, team co-owner in a press release. “Fan favorite promotions such as Christmas in July, Pack the Park Pink and Stomper’s Birthday, featuring a helicopter candy drop will be part of the festivities. There will also be Fireworks every night the weekend of July 1, July 2, and July 3.”
Season tickets and group outings are now on sale through the Crushers Front Office. For more information, call 440-934-3636, or go to lakeeriecrushers.com, or email info@lakeeriecrushers.com.
Charter Review Commission: Members of the city’s Charter Review Commission (city council will vote Monday Dec. 6) include: Marcel Mylen, Mary Berges, William Logan, John Weigman, Clint Gault, Elizabeth Damstra, James Gemelas, Patricia Ashley, Joseph Glick, Melissa Ramirez (Alternate A), and Bruce Klingshirn (Alternate B). As outlined in the city charter, the document must be reviewed no more than five years from the year in which the Charter was last reviewed. Over the next few months, the members will have public meetings to discuss possible amendments to the city’s charter which will be voted on by residents in the next election. Charter Review Commission members are not compensated for their service.
New officer: Congratulations to the newest member of Avon Police Department, Matthew Charlton.
Craft show: The Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show, featuring nearly 100 handmade artisans and crafters, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Emerald Event Center, 33040 Just Imagine Drive. Admission is $3 (children under 12 are free). A portion of the proceeds will benefit Smiles for Sophie Forever. The non-profit is dedicated to honoring Sophie Quayle’s memory by providing financial support to those families burdened by pediatric brain tumors. Sophie’s parents, Marc and Emily Quayle, live in Avon Lake.
Medical equipment: Avon residents can borrow donated medical equipment on a short-term, temporary basis while recuperating from surgery or an injury from the Senior Center. A cash security/damage deposit (per item) is required. Wheelchairs and rollators require a $40 deposit, and all other equipment is $20. Deposits will be refunded after equipment is returned in the same condition as when it was loaned. For more information, call the Senior Center at 440-934-2417.
AVON LAKE
Santa parade: Santa Claus is coming to town Dec. 11. The big guy will be escorted by the city’s fire and police departments; and Sprenger Towne Center’s employees through several streets in Avon Lake from approximately 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Santa will be driving through Weiss Field, Redwood Elementary School, Avon Lake High School, and Avon Lake Public Library parking lots if you do not see your street on the route. The route is available on the Towne Center Community Campus Facebook page. Follow/Like the Facebook page as real-time updates regarding Santa’s progress on Dec. 11 will be posted.
Carolers: On Sundays this month the Avon Lake Public Library is featuring choral groups to fill the library with festive holiday music. From 2 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 12 enjoy singers St. Joseph Parish. From 2 to 3 p.m. on Dec. 19, the Avon Lake United Church of Christ will be performing.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE
Santa display: The North Ridgeville Historical Society will showcase a new holiday display this season featuring Santa during open houses this month. The Museum is at the Old Town Hall, 36119 Center Ridge Road and is full of nearly 300 versions of Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, and Father Christmas from throughout the world. The materials used vary from cloth to cast iron, and the sizes vary from 1-inch to almost 3-ft. Visitors are also invited to shop for holiday gifts such as historical maps, books and collectible medallions including the latest historic medallion featuring Ye Olde Diner. The open houses are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 17, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 18.
Rate holiday: Happy holidays from the city. Due to an excess balance of funds in the city’s solid waste account, residents will receive a rate holiday for December. No user charges will be billed by the city to residential customers for the monthly trash collection fees. Normal monthly trash charges will resume on the Dec. 31 utility bill, which will be for the January 2022 trash collection. If you have additional questions, contact the North Ridgeville Utilities Department at 440-353-0841.
Shout-out: Kudus to all the volunteers and city workers for the beautiful holiday decorations in all three cities. When you drive through our communities, you can’t help but notice the light displays and other holiday decorations. Each community also recently hosted wonderful tree lighting events. Thank you for making the holidays festive and spreading joy this season.
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