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 📰 Local News: 🍂 Village Peddler Festival Celebrates 41 Years with Fresh Faces and Old Favorites

📚 Headlands Library Branch Adjusts Hours for Sept. 10 Maintenance

 🍅 Only Two Fridays Left to Visit Mentor Farmers Market This Season

 🧸 Just Kid’s Stuff Garage Sale Promo Video

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Wellness Wednesday: 💤 Mid-Afternoon Slump: How to Overcome it and Stay Productive

 🏈 Sports: ⚾ Cantillo Deals, Ramírez Rakes as Guardians Blank Royals 2-0

⚾ Captains Drop Division Series Opener 7–2 to Whitecaps

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 🍂 Village Peddler Festival Celebrates 41 Years with Fresh Faces and Old Favorites

The Village Peddler Festival is back for its 41st year, bringing a charming outdoor marketplace to Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland on September 13–14, 2025. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

With more than 175 vendors, the event features handcrafted items, artisan goods, home décor, and specialty foods. Visitors can expect a blend of longtime favorites and new artists, offering a wide variety of locally made goods.

This year introduces new leadership, with experienced crafters Holly and Kelly now organizing the event. Together, they bring over 35 years of involvement in the regional craft scene and are focused on preserving the festival’s welcoming atmosphere while introducing fresh touches.

Held in collaboration with Lake Metroparks Farmpark, the festival is set within 235 acres of farmland, gardens, and animal exhibits. Guests are asked to leave pets at home, as animals are not allowed at the event.

From artisan shopping to live music and scenic surroundings, the Village Peddler Festival continues to be a favorite fall tradition in Northeast Ohio.

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📚 Headlands Library Branch Adjusts Hours for Sept. 10 Maintenance

Adjusted Hours at Mentor Public Library’s Headlands Branch on September 10

Patrons planning a visit to the Mentor Public Library’s Headlands Branch on Wednesday, September 10, will want to take note of a schedule change. Due to maintenance work, the branch will open later in the day, operating from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

While the Headlands Branch undergoes daytime maintenance, all other Mentor Public Library locations will remain open during their regular hours. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly or use alternate branches earlier in the day.

For more information on hours and branch locations, visit mentorpl.org.

🍅 Only Two Fridays Left to Visit Mentor Farmers Market This Season

Final Two Mentor Farmers Markets of the Season Set for Sept. 5 & 12

As summer winds down, so does the 2025 season of the Mentor Farmers Market—but not without a final flourish. Shoppers have just two more chances to soak in the local flavor, with markets scheduled for Friday, September 5, and Friday, September 12, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Garfield Park.

This beloved community market has drawn residents all season long with its fresh, locally grown produce and wide selection of handcrafted goods. Under the shade of Garfield Park’s century-old trees, visitors can browse vendor stalls offering everything from vibrant fruits and vegetables to homemade pies, artisan baked goods, and locally sourced honey.

The market not only provides an afternoon of enjoyable shopping in a scenic park setting, but it also supports local farmers and small businesses. For more details and vendor information, visit www.mentorfarmersmarket.com.

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 💤 Mid-Afternoon Slump: How to Overcome it and Stay Productive

The mid-afternoon slump is a real thing. It's that feeling of fatigue and decreased alertness that can hit sometime between 2pm and 4pm. It can be hard to concentrate, focus, and get things done.

There are a few reasons why we experience the mid-afternoon slump. First, our circadian rhythm, or natural sleep-wake cycle, dips around this time of day. Second, our blood sugar levels may drop, especially if we ate a heavy lunch or skipped breakfast altogether. Finally, we may be simply experiencing fatigue from a long day of work or school.

Whatever the reason, the mid-afternoon slump can be a major productivity killer. But there are a few things you can do to overcome it and stay focused, so you are energized throughout the afternoon.

1. Get enough sleep: This may seem obvious, but getting enough sleep is essential for staying productive throughout the day. When you're well-rested, you have more energy and focus. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night.

2. Eat a healthy lunch: Avoid heavy, greasy lunches that will make you feel sluggish. Instead, opt for a light, healthy lunch that includes protein, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. These foods will give you sustained energy without making you feel weighed down. Caffeine and sugar may give you a temporary energy boost, but they will eventually lead to a crash. Be sure to avoid sugary drinks and limit your caffeine intake. Low iron can lead to feeling tired. Try to incorporate some tofu, lentils, turkey or spinach and other leafy greens into your meals. 

3. Take breaks: It's important to take breaks throughout the day, even if it's just for a few minutes. Get up and move around, or step outside for some fresh air. Taking breaks will help you stay refreshed and focused. Remember when eating your healthy lunch, stop and enjoy it instead of mindlessly gobbling it down while in front of the computer or while trying to complete tasks. 

4. Hydrate: Dehydration can lead to fatigue and decreased alertness. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially in the afternoon. As the days get cooler, hot tea can be the perfect afternoon beverage. If you typically reach for a snack during “slump hours”, brew some tea as an alternative. 

5. Get some exercise: Even a short burst of exercise can help boost your energy levels and improve your mood. If you can, try to get some exercise during your lunch break or after work. Step away from the screen and take a brisk walk, preferably outside, but even cruising the halls at work can do the trick.

6. Listen to music: Listening to upbeat music can help improve your mood and energy levels. Try listening to music while you work or exercise.

7. Change your scenery: If you're feeling stuck in a rut, try changing your scenery. Work from a different location or take a walk outside. A change of environment can help to refresh your mind and body.

If you find yourself continually fighting to keep your eyelids open each afternoon, you may be a great candidate for sessions on a pulsed electro-magnetic field mat (PEMF). Most users sleep better and night as well as notice an increase in energy throughout the day. For more information on a trial period of PEMF use, email [email protected].

By Karen Martin | The Wellness Connection | thewellnessc.com | [email protected] |
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⚾ Cantillo Deals, Ramírez Rakes as Guardians Blank Royals 2-0

Joey Cantillo delivered a career-best performance Tuesday night, pitching eight-plus shutout innings as the Cleveland Guardians blanked the Kansas City Royals 2-0 at Progressive Field.

Cantillo allowed four hits, struck out five, and didn’t walk a batter. After a leadoff single in the ninth, he exited to an ovation. Cade Smith finished the game, recording his 12th save by stranding two runners with back-to-back strikeouts.

José Ramírez powered the offense, going 3-for-4 with a solo homer in the first and a double in the fourth. He scored both of Cleveland’s runs, the second on a David Fry RBI double.

Royals rookie Noah Cameron pitched seven solid innings, giving up two runs on six hits while striking out eight.

Cleveland has now won five straight and six of seven. The victory also secured the season series—and head-to-head tiebreaker—over Kansas City. The Guardians remain 2.5 games behind Seattle for the final AL wild-card spot.

Kansas City welcomed Bobby Witt Jr. back to the lineup, and activated Jonathan India from the injured list.

The four-game set continues Wednesday, with Logan Allen (7-11, 4.46 ERA) set to start for Cleveland. Kansas City’s starter remains unannounced.

Read More or Watch Highlights at espn.com

⚾ Captains Drop Division Series Opener 7–2 to Whitecaps

The Lake County Captains dropped Game 1 of the Division Series on Tuesday night, falling 7–2 to the West Michigan Whitecaps at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake.

Starter Matt Wilkinson (4–9, 4.24 ERA) took the loss, allowing four runs on seven hits over 4.1 innings with six strikeouts and one walk. Though Wilkinson limited early damage, the bullpen couldn’t keep it close, surrendering a back-breaking three-run homer in the seventh.

West Michigan struck quickly in the first, with RBI singles from Andrew Jenkins and Garrett Pennington. A groundout brought in another run in the second, and a triple from Woody Hadeen made it 4–1 in the fourth.

Lake County found some life with RBI singles from Nick Mitchell in the third and Juan Benjamin in the sixth, trimming the deficit to 4–2. But in the seventh, Izaac Pacheco delivered the game’s biggest blow—a three-run homer to right field that sealed the Whitecaps’ win.

Despite the loss, the Captains will have a chance to even the best-of-three series in Game 2.

See the Box Score and more at milb.com

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