5 Things You May Have Missed This Week

You probably have a lot to do today. Maybe you're going to the at Great Lakes Mall or the at .

But before you get into all that, relax a little. Grab a mug of coffee, a cup of tea or even a Bloody Mary. (It's the weekend. Live a little. As long as you're 21 or older and do it responsibly). And don't forget to catch up on the news you may have missed this week.

1. The Phantom is coming. 's production of The Phantom of the Opera opens Thursday, and we spent all week posting video with the , , and .

2. Phantom isn't the only show in Mentor. has premiered its spring musical  Friday, and a portion of its proceeds go to support recovery efforts in Haiti.

3. The students of Garfield Elementary are also raising money for an island that was devastated by an earthquake. After , they raised more than $300 for recovery efforts in Asahi, Japan, at their spring musical.

4. In a story that has nothing to do with theater or earthquakes, the Moms Council offered some of their favorite .

5. Pet Pause Columnist Sandra Klepach  to keep their pet safe when they have to give it up.