In this Mentor Local Buzz Issue…

⛅ Mentor Weather - Cloudy with Sun in the Afternoon - Temps 62-64

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

 🎃 Trick or Treat Goes to the Dogs at Mentor's Howl-O-Ween Party

 🚧 Road Work Alert: SR 44 Resurfacing Project

💻 Free Tech Training: Excel and Smartphone Classes Coming to the Library

 🚒 Local Kids Experience Hands-On Public Safety Fun at Home Depot

 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Special Section: The Home Front: 🚽The Special Toilet Edition

⚾ Detroit Evens Series with Dramatic Win in Cleveland

 🤔 Trivia Question

 🤣 Something Funny

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👉 Mentor Live Events 👈
Oct 8 - 9

See the details for these events in the link above for Mentor Live Events. New Events Added Daily

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50+ Event Dates

🎃 Trick or Treat Goes to the Dogs at Mentor's Howl-O-Ween Party

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time as the Mentor Dog Park transforms into a Halloween paradise for our four-legged friends. The upcoming Howl-O-Ween Party promises an afternoon of festive fun, and best of all, it's completely free!

The event will take place at the Mentor Dog Park, located at 6647 Hopkins Road. Pet parents and their canine companions can look forward to exciting contests and the chance to win prizes, making this an unmissable opportunity for local dog lovers.

To ensure everyone's safety and enjoyment, all participating dogs must be current on their vaccinations, properly licensed, and not in heat. The park maintains these requirements to create a safe environment for all attendees. Parents should note that children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event.

Don't miss this chance to celebrate Halloween with your furry friend in a unique and memorable way. For additional information about the Howl-O-Ween Party, interested participants can contact the organizers at (440) 974-5720.

Mark your calendars for this special event where your canine companion can socialize, play, and possibly even win some prizes - all while embracing the Halloween spirit!

See the Facebook Event Here.

🚧 Road Work Alert: SR 44 Resurfacing Project

The construction started on Monday, crews began resurfacing State Route 44 between State Routes 84 and 283 in Painesville and Mentor. Motorists should expect lane restrictions near the SR 84 and SR 44 interchange. Please plan your travel accordingly.

💻 Free Tech Training: Excel and Smartphone Classes Coming to Library

Master Technology with Free October Classes at Main Branch of the Mentor Public Library.

Our Main Branch is hosting free technology workshops this October, featuring comprehensive training in Microsoft Excel and smartphone basics. The Excel series includes three progressive sessions: Excel I (Oct. 22, 6:30 p.m.) covers worksheet fundamentals and basic formulas; Excel II (Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m.) advances to complex formulas and advanced printing; and Excel III (Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m.) focuses on advanced formatting and chart creation.

For smartphone users, we're offering two specialized classes: iPhone basics (Oct. 23, 2 p.m.) and Android basics (Oct. 24, 2 p.m.). Participants should bring their devices to these hands-on sessions.

While all classes are free, registration is mandatory. Sign up through our event calendar (linked above) or call (440) 255-8811 ext. 1. Can't make it in person? Access free online computer courses through LinkedIn Learning with your library card.

🚒 Local Kids Experience Hands-On Public Safety Fun at Home Depot

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Local children got an up-close look at community safety forces this weekend during an interactive workshop hosted by Home Depot. The event brought together Mentor Police and Fire Departments for an engaging morning of learning and excitement.

Young participants put their building skills to the test, constructing miniature fire rescue trucks during a special workshop session. The highlight of the day came when children had the opportunity to explore actual emergency vehicles, including a fully equipped fire truck and police cruiser.

The excitement on the children's faces was unforgettable as they climbed aboard the real emergency vehicles who participated in the event. These kinds of interactions help build positive relationships between safety forces and our youngest community members.

For information about future community events, follow the Mentor Police and Fire Departments on social media or visit their official websites.

🚽 How to Tighten Up That Loose Toilet Seat

To secure a wobbly toilet seat, first locate the mounting bolts, which may be hidden under plastic caps removable with a flathead screwdriver. Ensure the seat is centered on the bowl before tightening. Use a screwdriver to turn the bolts clockwise. If a bolt spins freely, hold the nut underneath with pliers while tightening from above. Tighten both sides evenly for proper leveling. For extra stability, add washers between the bolt and toilet base. While an adjustable or socket wrench works well for tightening, use caution to avoid scratching the porcelain with metal tools. Make it easy, check out the video.

🚽 How to Fix or Replace Toilet Handle

Fixing a toilet handle requires a few simple steps. First, remove the tank lid and detach the chain from the flush arm. Using an adjustable wrench, loosen the mounting nut (usually reverse threaded) and remove the old handle. Clean the mounting hole with soap and water, then insert and secure the new handle. Finally, reattach the chain, ensuring it's not too loose or tight for proper flushing. If the handle is stuck, try replacing the entire mechanism or adding plumber's tape to stripped threads. Make it easier by watching the video above.

⚾ Detroit Evens Series with Dramatic Win in Cleveland

In a tension-filled Game 2 of the American League Division Series, the Detroit Tigers emerged victorious with a dramatic 3-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians, evening the series at one game apiece.

The game remained scoreless through eight innings, with both pitching staffs putting on a masterclass. Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal, the AL Cy Young favorite, dominated with seven shutout innings, allowing just three hits while striking out eight. Cleveland's Matthew Boyd matched Skubal's effectiveness, throwing 4⅔ scoreless innings with five strikeouts.

The deadlock finally broke in the ninth when Kerry Carpenter launched a three-run homer off Guardians' All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase, who had been nearly unhittable all season with a microscopic 0.61 ERA. The blast proved to be the difference-maker in this pitchers' duel.

The series now shifts to Detroit for Game 3 on Wednesday afternoon, with first pitch scheduled for 3:08 p.m. ET. Both teams will be looking to take control of the series with home-field advantage now belonging to the Tigers.

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