In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

🌤️ Mentor Weather - Mostly Cloudy - Temps 62 - 64

 🎉 Mentor Live Events - 50+ Live Events. Events Added Daily

 👻 October Evenings of Fun and Frights: Lake Metroparks Halloween Drive-Thru

 🤖 Annual BEST Robotics Contest Kicks Off at Grove City

 📰 Public Hearing Set for Proposed Veterinary Clinic on Mentor Avenue

 🏈 3rd Annual Mentor High School and CARES Football Game

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: Dining & Entertainment: 💀 Fright Nights at the Garage: Four Nights of Halloween Fun!

 🏈 Cardinals Look to Maintain Dominance in Friday's Showdown with Panthers

 🏈 Lions Return Home for a Fierce Showdown with Unbeaten Cougars

 📰 Lake Catholic TE De-Committed from University of Minnesota

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👻 October Evenings of Fun and Frights: Lake Metroparks Halloween Drive-Thru

Lake Metroparks Farmpark is bringing back its popular Halloween Drive-Thru event on select weekends this October. Families can enjoy spooky but family-friendly thrills as they drive through the park's trails and roads. The event will be held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays: October 11-13, 18-20, and 25-27, with time slots available at 6:30, 7, 7:30, 8, and 8:30 pm. The 6:30 pm "twilight" shows are especially suitable for younger children, due to the earlier time and lighter skies.

For just $27.50 per carload (with a limit of three drive-thru tickets per family or per Farmpark membership), attendees can embark on a thrilling, guided tour that blends spooky Halloween vibes with lighthearted fun. PG-rated and suitable for all ages, this experience offers a chance to spot some eerie yet playful creatures that roam the Farmpark's woods every year in October. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

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🤖 Annual BEST Robotics Contest Kicks Off at Grove City, Celebrating Innovation and Teamwork

Grove City College is hosting the annual BEST Robotics Competition on October 25-26, featuring teams from various middle and high schools. The challenge involves designing robots that can navigate a simulated lunar landscape. The event aims to promote STEM skills in a fun and competitive atmosphere. Volunteers are needed, and no experience is necessary. Awards will be given for various achievements, and in past years, local teams have excelled at the national level.

A variety of schools are participating in the competition, including Clarion Area High School, Mentor Christian School, Altoona Area High School, and several others from the region.

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📰 Public Hearing Set for Proposed Veterinary Clinic on Mentor Avenue

The Mentor Municipal Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing to discuss a potential Conditional Use Permit. The meeting will take place on November 7, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Mentor Municipal Center, located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard, Mentor. The topic under consideration is a permit request to allow a veterinary clinic to operate at 9179 Mentor Avenue, Unit G.

The request, filed by PetVetDVM LLC in collaboration with the Hach Family Limited Partnership, seeks permission to establish a veterinary clinic under a designation of "similar use" in a B-2, General Business District. The review will follow guidelines outlined in Section 1135.03 of Mentor’s Code of Ordinances.

The decision will be overseen by the Chairman of the Municipal Planning Commission, Brian Cook.

Source: cityofmentor.com

🏈 3rd Annual Mentor High School and CARES Football Game

Students from CARES enjoyed a friendly football match with Mentor High School's student-athletes at Jerome T. Osborne Sr. Stadium. The event was filled with positive energy, memorable moments, and a shared sense of pride.

💀 Fright Nights at the Garage: Four Nights of Halloween Fun!

Halloween Bash Alert: Fright Nights at the Garage in Willoughby.

Get ready for four unforgettable nights of spine-chilling fun with Fright Nights at the Garage—a Halloween event that promises thrills, chills, and prizes! Here’s what’s happening each night:

Night 1: Friday 👻

Kick off the festivities with a classic horror movie night projected on the big screen. Costumes are highly encouraged, and swag bags and prizes will be up for grabs throughout the night.

Night 2: Saturday 🎃

The ultimate Halloween costume party begins! A costume contest at midnight will feature cash prizes in three categories: Overall Best, Scariest, and Sauciest. Expect plenty of giveaways to add to the excitement!

Night 3: Sunday 🦇

Settle in for a scary movie marathon on the projector. Costumes are welcome once more, with another round of swag bags and prize handouts to keep the energy high.

Night 4: Monday 👹

End the festivities with a special celebration: Faith’s Halloween Hangover Birthday Bash! Enjoy birthday cake shots, drinking games, and even more surprises for a final night of spooky fun.

Throughout the event, a themed cocktail and shot menu will be available, including spooky Jell-o shots. It’s a party you won’t want to miss—come in costume, grab a drink, and have a "killer" good time!

Link to the Facebook Event with all the Details

🏈 Cardinals Look to Maintain Dominance in Friday's Showdown with Panthers

Mentor High School's football team is preparing for another intense matchup against Euclid, aiming to extend their winning streak tonight at 7:00 p.m in Euclid. Although the two teams have experienced vastly different seasons—Mentor with nine consecutive wins and Euclid with five straight losses—the real test begins when they hit the field.

Mentor enters the game with momentum, having recently triumphed over Strongsville with a convincing 44-17 victory. This dominant performance showcased their offensive strength, with standout contributions from Jackson Farley and Scotty Fox. Farley amassed 214 total yards and scored two touchdowns, marking his ninth consecutive game with over 100 rushing yards. Quarterback Scotty Fox threw for 284 yards and three touchdowns, averaging an impressive 12.3 yards per attempt. The team's ground attack was particularly effective, racking up a season-high 242 rushing yards.

On the other hand, Euclid has struggled in recent weeks, their latest setback a 70-27 loss against Cleveland Heights. Despite the defeat, the Panthers faced a significantly higher-ranked opponent, making the loss somewhat expected. Currently standing at 2-7, Euclid will need to shake off their recent difficulties if they hope to challenge the 9-0 Cardinals.

Last season’s face-off between these teams ended in a decisive 48-12 victory for Mentor, though this year’s contest will be held on Euclid’s home turf. Mentor will have to adapt to playing away, hoping to maintain their dominance despite the change in venue.

🏈 Lions Return Home for a Fierce Showdown with Unbeaten Cougars

Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin is set to return to their home field tonight after two consecutive away games, facing off against the undefeated Lake Catholic Cougars. The game, scheduled for 7:00 p.m., promises an intense showdown between two local rivals.

The Lions are eager to rebound after a recent 38-21 defeat to Padua Franciscan, which snapped a three-game winning streak. This loss marked the sixth consecutive time the Lions have fallen to the Bruins, adding to their frustration.

In contrast, Lake Catholic enters the matchup riding a wave of momentum. The Cougars continued their perfect season with a convincing 31-12 victory over Canton Central Catholic. Their strong performance was anticipated, given their higher state ranking compared to their opponent. The win extends Lake Catholic’s remarkable nine-game road winning streak, stretching back to last season, and they currently stand at a flawless 9-0 record.

Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin, now at 5-4, hopes to avenge last year’s 42-14 loss to Lake Catholic. This time, they'll face a Cougars squad missing key player Josh Styles, who was instrumental in last year's game with his impressive rushing and receiving yards. The Lions are hoping that absence might tilt the balance in their favor, but only game time will tell.

📰 Lake Catholic TE De-Committed from University of Minnesota

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