2018 City of Elyria Memorial Day Parade Entrant Winners!

Another wonderful parade honoring our veterans and the tremendous sacrifices made by our armed forces is in the books, and as always, the City of Elyria came out in full force as both spectators and participants!  Complete video footage of the event is coming soon!  If you couldn't make it out or just want see your favorite entries again, stay tuned to cable channel 1025 in the next few weeks.

Congratulations to the 2018 City of Elyria Parade winners:

Best Color Guard: Elyria Police Department
Best Marching & Baton Units: Elyria High School Marching Band
Best Bands: Elyria Catholic High School
Best Floats: St. Mary’s Church
Best Novelty: Mr. Dee’s  Karate Academy
Best Historical Presentation: Lorain County Vintage Motor Scooter

Thanks to everyone who participated, and remember it's not too early to start planning next year's float!

2018 City of Elyria Memorial Day Parade

Monday, May 28th 2018 is Memorial Day. We take this day to remember those we have lost and celebrate their lives and the tremendous sacrifices made for our country. The parade procession will be in full force Monday morning, and various groups will hold ceremonies throughout the weekend. Bring your whole family downtown and help us show the world how patriotic the City of Elyria can be!

DOn't forget to share you pictures with #ElyriaTheBeautiful and #ElyriaMemorialDay !

Wreath Laying Ceremony

SUNDAY, MAY 27, 2018, 7 P.M.

Guest Speaker: Dr. George N. Vourlojianis, Ph.D.

American Legion Post 12 393 Ohio Street, Elyria

Memorial Day Service

MONDAY, MAY 28, 2018, 9 A.M.

Color Guard / Rifle Squad: VFW 1079

Guest Speaker: OEF/OIF Veteran J.Thomas Smith

Ely Square, Downtown Elyria

Memorial Day Parade

MONDAY, MAY 28, 2018 - Kickoff at 10:00am

Downtown Elyria

Parade Route:

• Begin at Court & Broad St.; 
• East on Broad to Washington Ave.
• North on Washington Ave. to Harrison St.
• East on Harrison St. to Glenwood St.
• The Parade will end at Harrison & Glenwood

The complete lineup can be viewed by clicking here.

More information about other events can be viewed here.

Movie Night at the Elyria Arts Council - June 22, 2018!

Be part of the growing Arts Culture in Elyria and have fun along the way! The Elyria Arts Council will host a showing of "Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story" on Friday, June 22, 2018 at the Arts Council Gallery, 336 Broad Street. This movie and presentation is open to the public, educational,entertaining, and designed to be fully family-friendly.   Tickets are $5.00, and The Arts Council will provide popcorn and punch.    Call ahead to 440-328-3025 to reserve tickets and a seat.

Pride Day is Saturday, May 19, 2018!

This Saturday, May 19, 2018 is Lorain County Pride Day!

Residents from all over the county will turn out to help usher in Spring and beautify our blossoming community.  Groups have been organized to spruce up sites throughout Elyria, committed to activities from planting flowers and gardens to litter pickup and fire hydrant painting.  However, it is not too late to participate!  Anyone and everyone is encouraged to come down to Ely Square, Downtown Elyria on Saturday Morning, May 19th, and we will find fulfilling, necessary work for everyone, suited to each individual's ability and skill set. Festivities kick off around 8:30am near the fountain.

There is still much to do and everyone is welcome, including the young and the young-at-heart. Please join us for our annual Spring cleanup!

If you have questions, please call the City of Elyria Parks and Recreation department at 440-326-1500.

The Elyria Foundry is Hiring - May 16, 2018!

The Elyria Foundry is hiring!  On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 6:00-9:00pm, they will host a night to meet people looking for employment at 120 Filbert Street in Elyria!  They are looking to hire both skilled and unskilled workers, and they are willing to train those who are willing to learn.  They are hoping to hire for the following positions:

• Millwrights
• Electricians
• Crane Operators
• Molders & Coremakers
• Chippers, Blast, and Paint-line Operators
• Quality Technicians
• Quality Engineers
• Engineering Interns
• Process Engineers
• Manufacturing Cost Estimator
• Customer Service

These are good jobs with good pay, benefits, and a retirement plan.  The Elyria Foundry leadership is dedicated to building good employees and is working to help those who want to better their lives.  They want to work with people who want to work, so no matter what your background or work experience may be, you are encouraged to attend this event at the Elyria Foundry on Wednesday, May 16 from 6:00-9:00pm at 120 Filbert Street.  Please direct any questions to 440-322-4657.

You can read the entire flyer for the event here.