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Around Randolph: Wreaths Across America and carolers at the gazebo

- Sandy Engle

“Kindness is like snow. It beautifies everything it covers.” — Kahlil Gibson

Local youth participate in Wreaths Across America ceremony

On Dec. 13, more than 40 students and many community members braved the frigid temperatures to honor the veterans buried in Hillside Cemetery. Students placed a wreath on the graves of each veteran.


Chestnuts roasting over an open fire … If you would like to add a bit of nostalgia to your holidays, you can purchase chestnuts for $2 a pound at 3579 Waterloo Rd.


Randolph Township Trustee Sue White said last year that she would love to see Christmas carolers in the Randolph gazebo. This year, Sue will be getting her Christmas wish.

At 3 p.m. Dec. 20, there will be Christmas caroling in the Randolph gazebo, located at the corner of state Route 44 and Waterloo Road. Professional musicians Mark and Jody Roliff will be directing this event.

As a township trustee over the years, Sue has brightened the lives of many in this community; therefore, please consider joining these carolers to make Sue’s Christmas even more joyous.

Children and adults of all ages and singing ability are welcome!


Susan White Howard Hanna Real Estate is sponsoring a PTO reverse raffle at 6 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Knights of Columbus hall at 2697 Waterloo Rd. There will be food, drinks, raffle baskets and more. All proceeds go toward providing field trips and needed equipment for Waterloo Local Schools.  


Recently I did a book signing at Books a Go Go at 22 W. Main St. in Ravenna and loved the warm, cozy atmosphere of this store. If you are looking for last-minute Christmas gifts, this store has a wide variety of books and gifts for people of all ages. Gift certificates are available. 


The resourceful Randolph Fire Department planned ahead and recently purchased a new fire truck for $1.3 million, which will be delivered to Randolph in three years.

RANDOLPH PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS

Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon – Winter Family Storytime.
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon – Winter Baby & Toddler Storytime.
Dec. 18, 3-4 p.m. – Teen Mental Health Matters.
Dec. 19, 5-5:45 p.m. – Winter Zen Art for adults.
Jan. 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Randolph True Crime Club. Learn more about the Black Dahlia case.
Jan. 13, 5:30-7 p.m. – Randolph Book Club. Pick up a copy of “The Impossible Future” at the circulation desk.
Jan. 15, noon-1 p.m. – Indoor Field Day for kids.
Jan. 17, 3-4 p.m. – Trivia for adults. Showcase your trivia skills and win prizes.
Jan. 21, 4-5 p.m. – Zentangle for kids and tweens.
Jan. 22 – Dog Safety with the Portage APL.


The Elegant Illusions Christmas drive-thru event at the Portage County Fairgrounds at 4215 Fairgrounds Rd. in Atwater will run through Dec. 28. The drive-thru is open from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays and 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. It will also be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas. Cost is $20 for a car, $40 for limo/party bus and $50 for a tour or school bus.


The Randolph Historical Society will be having a historical Christmas crafts and music event at 6 p.m. Dec. 19 at Randolph Town Hall. Mark & Jody Roliff will provide the music. This is a free event suitable for children and adults. Please bring a side dish to share.

"There are three stages of man: He believes in Santa Claus, he does not believe in Santa Claus, he is Santa Claus!" – Bob Phillips

With his quick wit and white beard, my husband, Newt, is definitely in the third stage of man. Two years ago, when we were in North Pole, Alaska, he was offered a job as Santa by Santa! I do believe in the magic and miracles of this extraordinary season, and my Christmas wish is we all become even more united in kindness, compassion and joy!

Happy Holidays!


Please contact Sandy Engle at 330-569-4801 or at sandyengle83@gmail.com with news, events and stories.

Sandy Engle

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