STRONGSVILLE, OHIO – Strongsville Fire and Emergency Services (SFES) has been honored with the American Heart Association’s (AHA) 2024 Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Award – Target Heart Attack Honor Roll. This award acknowledges SFES’s dedication to delivering swift, research-based care for the most critical types of heart attacks.
The Mission: Lifeline award is given to agencies that consistently treat patients according to the latest AHA-recommended practices. Achieving Gold status reflects an uninterrupted 24 months or more of such excellence.
This year also marks a decade of SFES’s recognition by the AHA, highlighting the department’s exceptional contributions to life-saving care during cardiovascular emergencies. Attaining Gold designation signifies the highest level of achievement in emergency medical services across the nation.
While SFES is honored to receive this prestigious award, much of the success is attributed to individuals who take decisive action in emergencies.
These first responders play a vital role in the “Chain of Survival,” identifying cardiac arrests, initiating emergency responses, performing high-quality CPR, and, when possible, administering rapid defibrillation.
SFES is grateful for its partnership with Southwest General Health Center, the Department’s Medical Control, which supports an active AHA CPR program. This initiative empowers businesses, churches, and residents to learn life-saving skills and make a difference in their communities.
Health expo: North Royalton residents are in for a treat as the city, schools and partner organizations prepare to host the annual Health Fair & Family Expo on Sat., Nov. 2. This year’s event, taking place at North Royalton High School, 14713 Ridge Rd., from 8:30 a.m. to noon, promises a blend of health awareness, community engagement, and family-friendly activities.
The highlight of the day is the 14th Annual North Royalton 5K Bear Run, a popular event that draws fitness enthusiasts from across the region. Participants can register online. Adding to the excitement, North Royalton City Schools will host a Student Turkey Trot, combining physical activity with a food drive to benefit the North Royalton Food Bank.
The expo boasts an impressive lineup of health services and screenings. Southwest General Health Center and UH Parma Medical Center will offer free health information and screenings, including physical therapy assessments, blood pressure checks, non-fasting cholesterol and glucose tests, hearing screenings, and stroke assessments. Attendees can also learn hands-only CPR and receive flu shots courtesy of Discount Drug Mart Pharmacy.
Community engagement is at the heart of this event. The North Royalton Police, Fire, and Recreation Departments will be present with safety vehicles, showcasing their services to the community. Veterans can connect with representatives from VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare and Cuyahoga County Veterans Services.
Animal lovers will love Friends of City Dogs Cleveland and Kitten Krazy, offering pet rescue information and adoption opportunities. The school’s mascot, Gibby, will be there to entertain, along with face painting for children and therapy dogs to interact with attendees.
One of the most anticipated features is the complimentary pancake and sausage breakfast, courtesy of North Royalton City Council President Paul F. Marnecheck. “This breakfast is our way of bringing the community together and starting the day on a positive note,” Marnecheck stated.
The event also includes a Vitalant Community Blood Drive, underlining the importance of blood donation in healthcare.
With door prizes, raffle basket drawings, and a variety of vendors, there’s something for everyone at this year’s Health Fair & Family Expo. Whether you’re running in the 5K, getting a health screening, or simply enjoying the community atmosphere, this event promises to be a memorable day for all of North Royalton.
Live music: Woodside Event Center is bringing live music back to Broadview Heights with two exciting upcoming performances.
On Fri., Oct. 18, attendees can enjoy Böaterhead, Cleveland’s premier yacht rock band. Their show promises to be a nostalgic journey through a time when t-tops, Corinthian leather, and the smooth sounds of Southern California dominated the airwaves. Böaterhead’s performance will transport the audience back to the era of AM gold, with soft rock hits filling the night.
Then, on Fri., Nov 1, the stage will host The Diamond Project, a Neil Diamond tribute band. The Diamond Project is dedicated to capturing the energy and musicianship of a live Neil Diamond concert, rather than simply replicating studio versions of his classics. Fans can expect an exciting, high-energy performance that will leave them feeling like they’ve experienced the real thing.
Both concerts start at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are available for $20 per person. To purchase tickets, visit www.woodsideeventcenter.com or call 440-526-9696 for more information.
Business expo: The annual Strongsville Community Business Expo is set for Thurs., Oct. 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Strongsville Recreation Center, 18100 Royalton Rd.
Come and support more than 100 local businesses while enjoying free food samples, product demonstrations, door prizes and more.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
Ghost orchids: Chippewa Garden Club presents Ghost Orchids of the Caribbean by Fred Bess Tues., October 22, at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Brecksville Human Services Building, located at 2 Community Dr., Brecksville.
Bess, a certified arborist and horticulturist, developed his love for orchids at a young age, inspired by his grandmother. His expertise includes flasking and an interest in rare, unusual, and difficult-to-grow plants, including the elusive Ghost Orchids (Dendrophylax).
Whether you’re newly retired or simply passionate about gardening, landscaping, floral design, or conservation, the Chippewa Garden Club could be the perfect place for you. Guests are always welcome to attend.
To learn more about membership, contact Noreen at [email protected] .
For additional details, visit www.ChippewaGardenClub.com or Facebook to stay updated on gardening tips, club activities, and upcoming events.
On Sun. Oct. 27 at 4 p.m., Brecksville United Church of Christ will host a free concert featuring the Caos String Quartet from the Cleveland Institute of Music. The conservatory-level student ensemble will perform works by Bach, Haydn, and Grieg.
A free-will offering will be received and a light reception will follow the program. Brecksville UCC is located at 23 Public Square in downtown Brecksville. The facility is handicapped accessible. For furtherinformation call 440-526-4364.
Father Daughter Dance: Broadview Heights Recreation Department
Presents its annual Father Daughter Dance, “A Night Under the Stars.”
Get ready for an unforgettable evening featuring a DJ, dancing, dinner, balloon twister, a photo booth, a professional photo, and delicious cupcakes.
This special dance is Sat., Nov. 9 from 4-7 p.m. at Broadview Heights Rec Center, 9543 Broadview Rd., Broadview Heights. Tickets are $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Go to www.bhrec.org/register to register.
Retirement info: The Broadview Heights Human Services Department is organizing and hosting a semimonthly Retirement Discussion Group with the aim of helping seniors/retirees build a retirement plan that goes beyond thinking about just finance.
Along with bringing in some guest speakers, this forum is designed for seniors/retirees to share ideas, thoughts, goals, and strategies that make for a happy, fun, purposeful retirement.
A sample of the discussion topics will include physical health, mental health, socializing, gaining a sense of purpose, various retirement activities to try, having a retirement mindset to your finances, and having fun in your life.
The Discussion Group will run for 12 sessions. For more information or to register, call or stop in Human Services for an information packet. The first class is Monday, October 21st. Broadview Heights Human Services is located at 9543 Broadview Rd.
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