🌱 Lakewood Inaugural Allyship Program + Next City Council Meeting

Hello, friends! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Lakewood Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today.

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Periods of clouds and sun. High: 58 Low: 41.

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Here are the top three stories today in Lakewood:

1. The Lakewood Black Caucus will be hosting its inaugural allyship program on Saturdays between Nov. 6 and Nov. 27. The free series will be offered from 11:20 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. at Lakewood Presbyterian Church on Detroit Ave. The series will use videos, journaling, and discussion groups to educate participants on the impact of historical events. (Subscription: cleveland.com)
2. The Cleveland-Cuyahoga Port Authority has received a $27.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. The money will be used to modernize and expand the port's warehouse infrastructure. The port is the premier driver of regional economic vitality and job creation, according to the President of the Port of Cleveland. (Subscription: Cleveland.com)
3. Lakewood's next City Council meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 7 in the City Hall Auditorium. The City Council will be considering the re-codification of ordinances, a proclamation regarding fire prevention activities, and speed enforcement trends. The meeting will be recorded and live-streamed at this link. Click for the meeting's full agenda. (City of Lakewood)

Today in Lakewood:

• Learn Thru Play At Cove Community Center (9:30 AM)
• Preschool Lunch Bunch At Cove Community Center (11:30 AM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Lakewood area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Lakewood Patch)
• It is almost time for Halloween night football. The Cleveland Browns have supplied fans with pumpkin carving stencils to celebrate. Click to view the stencils. (Cleveland Browns via Instagram)
• If you are in the market for a new best friend, check out this list of adoption-ready pets in the Lakewood area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list. (Lakewood Patch)

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Events:

• Candle Making and Tarot Reading (October 28)
• The Dinner Detective Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Show (October 28)
• Witches Soirée: Halloween Party (October 29)
• Free Orchestra Concert: Batonless Beethoven (October 30)
• Wizardry Wand-Making and Spellbook Workshop (October 30)
• Nightmare On Merl Avenue (October 31)
• College Planning and Financial Aid Webinar (November 1)
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.