Senator Obama Fills Tri-C Gym with Hope Photo by Ivor Karabatkovic

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Volume 3, Issue 5, March 6, 2007 Senator Obama Fills Tri-C Gym With Hope photo by Ivor Karabatkovic

A panoramic view of the gymnasium shows the large crowd that came to support Illinois Senator Barack Obama on Monday night, February 26th, 2007. by Ivor Karabatkovic $500,000 for his campaign and was United States of America. speak to me about what he plans to do followed by a formal lunch at noon “In November of 2008 we expect to for my country. A brand new citizen at Police lights and red flares illu- that raised another $100,000. He knew win Ohio.”; Senator Obama said right the age of 18, coming from a past that minated the entrance of the Eastern he was in for a great weekend. off the bat. His form of communicat- is too horrible to tell, I felt hope for my campus of Cuyahoga Community Drums of the Shaw High School ing was very articulate and to the point. country for the very first time. College in Highland Hills, Ohio on Feb- marching band filled the Tri-C gym- Hope spread throughout the gym as the After Senator Obama’s speech was ruary 26th. As I entered the gymnasium nasium on that Monday night. Fifteen Illinois Senator continued to tackle key over, he shook the hands of his sup- full of people screaming “O! Bama!” I hundred people of all kinds, young, old, issues in our country today. Obama was porters. Then he went over to the Shaw was hit with a wave of excitement and African American, white, rich, poor and very impressive touching base on educa- High School marching band and a sea of blue. I wasn’t prepared for what middle class packed the gymnasium in a tion, health care and the war in Iraq. danced along to the beat and sound the night had in store, but I knew it celebration of hope. They were united in In my past, I had always heard of the best band in our region. On would be something special. the same common thought: change stories from teachers about their this night his smile brightened the Illinois Senator and hopeful Dem- I stood in the press area sur- experiences with history. The over- gym and the thoughts of 1,500 peo- ocratic Presidential Candidate Barack rounded by reporters, photographers whelming feeling that you are a part ple. It is only history that can offer Obama was making his first stop in and video cameras marveling at my of history spreads through your veins. hope and change. His character is the very important state of Ohio. He situation. I had “seen the elephant” You feel like you have moved to a place charming and empowering, like arrived in Cinncinnati from an Aus- and the elephant was history. I realized where history is everywhere you look. I Martin Luther King, Jr. His words tin, Texas rally of 20,000 supporters. that I was a part of history and I had never dreamed of being in the presence enchanted, his subtle form of leader- Obama was greeted by 1,000 support- to deliver the best photographs I could of a potential US President. I have been ship pushed forward toward a better ers at a fundraiser in a Cinncinnati possibly get. In my ears rang the words a citizen for less than a year, and here I future and his ideas planted seeds of hotel. The fundraiser garnered over of the next potential President of the was listening to Senator Barack Obama hope in 1,500 gardens. Support Your Local Farmer through the Lakewood In This Issue Earth And Food Community’s C.S.A. Initiative Events ...... 2 March 10, 2007 at the producers and explored by interested If you would like to participate, City Council ...... 3 Lakewood Public Library citizens and restaurants. Commu- but are unable to attend the meeting, nity Supported Agriculture provides or for more information, please email The Lakewood Earth And Food an alternative form of food purchas- [email protected]. Lakewood Library ...... 5 Community is looking for earth ing that promotes health and the local The L.E.A.F. Community wants and food loving Lakewoodites. The economy while reducing our depen- you! If you’re interested in any or all Buck Stops Here ...... 6 L.E.A.F. Community is bringing people dence on fossil fuels and factory farms. of the above mentioned initiatives you together who wish to buy local, healthy Weekly share bags will be delivered can register for the Lakewood Observer Chef Geoff ...... 8 food, economize, preserve the envi- directly from the farm to a pick-up Observation Deck at http://lakewood- ronment and beautify the city while location right here in Lakewood. Rep- observer.com/forum to view important building a deeper sense of community. resentatives from two C.S.A. providers, group announcements or send us a Schools & Sports...... 10-11 The L.E.A.F. Community is working Covered Bridges Gardens and City message via email: leafcommunity@ to realize four basic initiatives; com- Fresh, will present their programs gmail.com. Once your registration has Entertainment...... 13 munity gardening, bulk buying, soil and take questions from the audience. been accepted, you can either request building, and building relationships Local restaurant owners and chefs are group membership by clicking on the Minding the Issues...... 16 with local farmers through partici- encouraged to attend a special meet- “groups” link located on the Obser- pation in Community Supported ing at 2:30 pm to learn how they can vation Deck main page, or you can Agriculture (C.S.A.) programs. benefit from buying local food with the send notice to the above mentioned Art & Music...... 18 On Saturday March 10th, in the L.E.A.F. Community. The presentation email address. We’ll make sure you’re Lakewood Public Library Auditorium, for the general public will take place added to the list-serve. Tell your family, Classifieds...... 20 C.S.A. options will be explained by between 3:30 to 5:30. friends, neighbors and co-workers.

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The Lakewood Observer is pleased to publish Notices on a first-come first-serve basis. Please be patient with us as we have a limited amount of free space available for these items. All notices must be submitted through the Member Center at www.lakewoodobserver.com Save the Date of June 23 and “Be the First to See the Best” Lakewood Public Library Founda- Gala Chair is currently seeking corpo- tion has appointed a Gala Committee, rate sponsors and presence to make the whose members have been hard at Gala and the acquisition of art for the work in developing plans to celebrate library a success. the completion of the 40,000 square “Anne Calabrese, Maggi Szczepa- foot expansion of Main Library. niak, Ann Ruhlin and Jeff Endress are “Be the First to See the Best,” an leading our efforts to obtain gifts for evening of live music, a silent auction, the silent auction. With H2O volun- hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, has been teers joining the effort, we have young scheduled for June 23. Tickets will be and seasoned volunteers dedicated to $100 per person. our fundraising project,” said Strachan “Funds raised by the Gala will sup- Volunteers are still needed to make port public art both inside and outside the the auction a success. If you are inter- Library,” said Lynn Foran, President of the ested in helping with a donation or simply Lakewood Public Library Foundation. volunteering with solicitation and the One last look at the drawing, soon the real thing! Shannon Strachan, Lakewood auction campaign, contact Anne Cala- Public Library Foundation Trustee and brese at (216) 226-4873. Lent at Trinity Lutheran Church by Jane Hitchins Direction and Spiritual Formation, Contemplative prayer, and Meditation. Lakewood’s Landfall Travel voted one of Lakewood’s Trinity Lutheran Church The workshop is Saturday, March 10, is offering a variety of opportunities for 8:30-2 at the church. Call to register or the “Best of the Best” Travel Agencies spiritual growth, reflection, learning and to get more information. The cost of meditation during the season of Lent. workshop is $10, which includes a con- Travel Impressions, one of the tion weekend at the Gran Melia Cancun Rev. Paula Maeder Connor, Trin- tinental breakfast and box lunch. country’s largest tour operators, sell- Resort and Spa, Dec.3-6, 2006. ity Lutheran Pastor, and the members Trinity Lutheran opens it doors and ing destinations worldwide, is pleased Travel Impressions honored invite everyone to join with them in welcomes people of all races, abilities, to announce tha Landfall American Landfall American Express Travel any or all these programs. and sexual orientation to share in the life Express Travel(see page 10), located at and owner, Ann Huber, as one of the Wednesday Evenings Soup and of this active and loving congregation. 14724 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio, 90 top producing travel agencies. Reflection March 7, 13, 21 & 28 For information, please call the is one of the “Best of the Best” travel agen- For more information regarding Meet in the community room church at 216-226-8087. Trinity is cies in the United States. They, along Landfall American Express Travel, call at 6:00 p.m. for a soup and sandwich located at 16400 Detroit in Lakewood with other agencies countrywide, were (216)521-7733, or visit their website at supper and share in fellowship before right across from the Detroit Theater. participants in a three-day apprecia- http://landfalltravel.com. heading to one of three offerings. In the sanctuary there will be a service of contemplative prayer and hymn singing; in Lakewood Youth Master Plan Schedule the community room participants can walk the labyrinth led by Pastor Paula; The purpose of the Lakewood Wednesdays listed below from 6:30 Your Independent Source for and in the lounge one can sample Tai Lakewood News & Opinion Youth Master Plan is to provide the to 8:30 pm at Lakewood High School, Chi and Body Prayer led by Jim Kulma. community with the opportunity to Learning Resource Center. Refresh- The LAKEWOOD OBSERVER is pub- Prayer Workshop March 10 come together to create a strategic plan ments will be provided. lished biweekly by Lakewood Observer, Trinity Prayer Shop: Grounding Inc., 14900 Detroit Avenue, Suite 309, that focuses on four areas: Health & March 7, 2007 the Self in God”, offers experiential Lakewood, OH 44107. Safety, Families, Education and Rec- March 21, 2007 prayer through a labyrinth, environ- reation. 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City Council The Third Branch Several times during the year the Stan Austin common pleas court, spoke and in her production schedule of the Observer remarks, she pointed out that because and the meetings of the City Council tions with 1,308 tickets being written basis to share resources that will ben- Judge Carroll was instrumental in don’t match up for a timely article. In in 2005 and 1,482 in 2006. Driving on efit the larger community. establishing the Mental Health Court those instances I will use the opportunity the sidewalk or curb has remained the The second innovation is the that Lakewood was selected as one of to expand our awareness of other areas same with one violation each year. On a Felony Pilot Program. Most felony the courts for this pilot program. of Lakewood government. Meanwhile, serious note, operating a vehicle under arrests (serious crimes) are made at This brief overview of some of the as always, you can keep up on coun- the influence of alcohol is a safety threat the local level and must proceed from Court’s operations will be the start cil actions by visiting the City Council to all of us. Arrests have remained con- the local municipal court up through of more articles about this quiet, but thread on the Observation Deck. stant in the 250 per year range. the county court system. This can be equally important branch of Lake- Four weeks ago I received in the Lakewood Municipal Judge Patrick a cumbersome, time consuming, and wood’s government. mail a summons to sign up for jury duty Carroll was asked if in his years on the expensive trek for both the accused and And, now back to the reason I in the Lakewood Municipal Court. Up bench he could discern trends which the community. It was one of the areas wrote about the court-my call to jury until now, I have never served on a jury would help us understand our commu- identified recently by Grand Jury Fore- duty. I didn’t serve. There was no jury in any court. But the notice did cause nity better. Carroll offered the caution man John Zayac, Cleveland attorney trial that day. One of the many out- me to think about our local, third that in the case of drunken driving as and former Cleveland Councilman, in comes of being called to jury duty is branch of government. an example that the laws defining it have his reform recommendations. that for many reasons, you will not We have unavoidably watched in changed so that comparisons or trends In June, 2005 Lakewood and Shaker serve. Ever mindful and respectful of embarrassment at the antics of courts couldn’t be made. He emphasized that, Heights municipal courts were selected citizens’ busy schedules (even though on television in the last few weeks. And, nevertheless, he always treats cases indi- to work with the Common Pleas Court jury duty is a civic responsibility) Clerk on a more serious level, a Grand Jury vidually and tries to find sentences that to develop procedures to expedite fel- of Courts Terri O’Neill left a phone Foreman from the Cuyahoga County are appropriate for the community’s ony cases more efficiently. At a recent message the day before indicating that I Common Pleas Court just issued a call safety as well as for the driver. Lakewood Democratic Club monthly wouldn’t be needed. I did, however, sign for reforms in that court. How does Of particular note are two inno- meeting, Judge Nancy McConnell, who up for next month’s session so I hope to our Lakewood Municipal Court react vations that the Lakewood Court has is the chief administrative judge of the bring you an “insider’s” view of a trial. to the larger court system and how well undertaken in the last few years. is it serving us here in Lakewood? The first is Mental Health Court. Same Family Ownership Since 1868 Cases coming before the Court are The purpose of this program, accord- Large Enough to Serve divided into two broad categories. One ing to the Court’s annual report, is to Small Enough to Care includes traffic and criminal cases and ensure that severely mentally ill persons Sorry For e Inconvenience the other involves civil cases. An annual charged with misdemeanor offenses While sewer work on Detroit is being done, report is issued by the court which gives will be identified, screened and linked we have arrangements made to serve our statistics on the numbers and types of to mental health services. The volume families from either a Lakewood home or various facilities in surrounding communities. cases and compares those figures with of such cases is too small for individual John C. Brinkman the past year. 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Lakewood Health News Straight from the Heart Gala/Raffle a Huge Success! by Kris Griesmar ing suite through the addition of an endoscopic vessel harvesting system, A sell-out crowd of nearly 800 which is used in coronary artery bypass waited in excited anticipation as 40 raffle graft surgery; and the implementation winners were announced one by one, cul- of new digital technology at the hospital minating in the selection of the $100,000 and the Vein and Vascular Center that Grand Prize winner, Carol Pennington, a provides a physician easy access from nurse at Fairview Hospital. one site to all their studies, as well as The suspense is already rooted in access to images form other locations. tradition at the third annual Straight Funds also made possible several free from the Heart Red-Tie Gala that took community heart forums on topics con- place Saturday evening, February 17, cerning the latest trends in open-heart at the LaCentre Conference Center in surgery, women and heart disease, and Westlake. Others won leases on a 2007 eating heart healthy. Campaign funds Corvette, S-Jaguar and Pontiac Sol- from 2006 are being used to purchase stice, a Harley-Davidson Sportster, jet a Real-Time EKG Transmission System ski, a two-carat diamond ring, a seven- for Lakewood and Fairview Hospitals. This system will enable paramedics in day vacation to Hawaii for two, and a clockwise from top left: Lee Elmore, Executive Director of North Coast Health Minis- the field to transmit EKGs directly to 50-inch plasma TV. These were just a try, along with her husband Larry; City of Lakewood Mayor Tom George and his wife emergency departments, allowing the few of the 40 incredible prizes offered Jane; Stephanie Betts & Neurologist, Dr. Arthur Dick; Lakewood Hospital Founda- emergency team to determine if a patient through the third annual Straight tion Trustee, Bob Potts and his wife Mary Jo. from the Heart Raffle to benefit the is having an acute heart attack. Some of cardiovascular programs at Fairview, to promote healthy-heart living. The heart disease. Quite frankly, this sup- the funds to be raised through the 2007 Lakewood and Lutheran Hospitals. 2007 gala and raffle was a huge success port is an investment in the health and Straight from the Heart campaign are Sponsored by the Lakewood Hospital with net proceeds of nearly $230,000 well-being of the people who live in our earmarked for the development of a new Foundation and the Fairview/Lutheran to benefit the first class cardiac ser- community.” A portion of the proceeds Women’s Heart Center. A very special Foundation, this year’s Straight from vices provided to Lakewood and the from 2005 was used in several ways: an thanks to all those who supported this the Heart raffle included more than surrounding West Shore communities. upgrade to the cardiovascular operat- campaign! 3,500 raffle ticket entries sold at $100 “We are grateful to everyone who has each. In its first two years, the gala and supported Straight from the Heart in raffle have netted more than $400,000 its first three years,” said Fred DeGran- Lakewood Senior Health Campus to better respond to the cardiovascu- dis, CEO and President of Cleveland lar needs of the community, including Clinic Regional Hospitals. “It is help- Receives Proclamation efforts to acquire new techniques, ing to provide our community with the technologies and service, and efforts to most comprehensive resources for the expand community outreach programs prevention, diagnosis and treatment of

On Tuesday February 13th, 2007, Lakewood Senior Health Cam- Mayor Tom George was on hand at pus offers Skilled Nursing, Assisted Lakewood Senior Health Campus (for- Living and Independent Living. The merly the Aristocrat Lakewood). The campus can accommodate 265 resi- mayor presented John T. O’Neill, Pres- dents and provides the city with over ident of O’Neill Management, with a 250 jobs. Lakewood Senior Health proclamation from the city express- Campus looks forward to working ing their gratitude and appreciation for with the city and greatly appreci- support and improvements made to the ates the ongoing support from the facility, as it will have a positive impact dedicated citizens in the Lakewood on the entire city of Lakewood. community.

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Tuesday, March 6 the Baudelaire orphans. Please read at least the first two books before the first PRUNING: The Backbone of a Healthy Garden: Horticulturist Liberty program. You would probably have a happier time watching leaves grow on Hyde Bailey once said, “pruning, shaping and training bring the person into trees, but if you must register you should stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140. closest contact and sympathy with his or her plants.” So go ahead and prune 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium with a clear conscience; it’s the best thing you can do for your plants. Silvia Spotts-Weber will discuss the best tools, techniques and times to prune. 7:00 Thursday, March 15 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium Lakewood Public Cinema - STREET CAR (1955) A Film by Jasper Wood A rare treat for film-lovers and local history enthusiasts alike! Relive the last Wednesday, March 7 days of the street car in Cleveland with this lyrical, avant-garde film completed A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE PROGRAMS: A book discussion program for shortly after they were gone forever. Catch a glimpse of Cleveland in the 1950s students in fourth through eighth grade Though I’d rather not, I’m obliged to in- and witness people from all walks of life rubbing shoulders in cramped cars as form you of these most unhappy programs about Lemony Snicket’s very sad books seen through the lens of acclaimed local photographer Jasper Wood. 7:00 P.M. concerning the dreadful lives of the Baudelaire orphans. Please read at least the in the Main Library Auditorium first two books before the first program. You would probably have a happier time watching leaves grow on trees, but if you must register you should stop in or call Friday, March 16 (216) 226-8275, ext. 140. 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium Lakewood Public Cinema - The Rocketeer (1991) Directed by Joe Johnston. Rated PG. In the middle of Golden Age Hollywood, a young man straps on a jet Thursday, March 8 pack to fight Nazi saboteurs and save his actress girlfriend, Jennifer Connelly. Fam- SCIENCE VS. MAGIC: A book discussion program for students in fourth ily adventure never soared like this! 7:00 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium through eighth grade. Explore new worlds in six amazing fantasy and science-fiction series. We’ll read the first installment of each saga to determine whether aliens Saturday, March 17 are smarter than fairies, or whether genies are more powerful than Greek gods. Writer’s Workshop - New Location - New Time: Renew your creative Each title must be read by its discussion date. To register, please stop in or call (216) energy and get positive feedback from fellow writers. Whether you’re a seasoned 228-7428.Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 P.M. in the Madison Branch pro or just have a hankering to write, everyone is welcome to join this workshop 3:00 P.M. in the Madison Branch Meeting Room Saturday, March 10 Lakewood Public Cinema - A Little Princess (1995): Directed by Alfonso Sunday, March 18 Cuarón. Rated G. From the author of The Secret Garden and the director of Sunday With the Friends - Irish Hour: Grab a songbook and sing along with Lee such diverse films as Y Tu Mamá También and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Alflen. Accompanied by guitar, bass and the occasional yodel, Lee says, “When Irish Azkaban, comes the story of imagination’s triumph over drudgery and compas- eyes smile, everybody smiles!” 2:00 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium sion’s defeat of despair. Make sure you bring enough Kleenex for Dad. 7:00 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium Monday, March 19 In Other Worlds: Our resident barbarian, Nick Kelley, will discuss A Spell for Wednesday, March 14 Chameleon by Piers Anthony. Poor Bink! He’ll soon be exiled from the en- A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE PROGRAMS chanted realm of Xanth-banished into dread Mundania - if he can’t summon A book discussion program for students in fourth through eighth grade some sort of magical talent. (It doesn’t even have to be a good one!) Is life worth Though I’d rather not, I’m obliged to inform you of these most unhappy pro- living without magic? A mystery woman with a peculiar curse seems to think grams about Lemony Snicket’s very sad books concerning the dreadful lives of he’s better off. 7:00 P.M. in the Main Library Auditorium In Other Worlds by John Guscott introduction to a world filled with dan- gerous wizards and invisible giants. The Lakewood Public Library will The second book discussion will be hosting another series of science be led by Ben Burdick and will feature fiction and fantasy book clubs meet- a future world in which a colonized ings under the name In Other Worlds. moon is governed by escaped mental Welcome Last year’s club was mediated by the patients. This novel is also hilarious Library’s own Nick Kelley. This time at times and follows a CIA agent as he Samuel R. Borsellino, M.D. Nick will be joined by his Technology deals with a divorce, a struggle between Center colleague Ben Burdick. Ben will competing galactic powers, and a new be handling the science fiction aspect neighbor who is a slime mold and can of the book club this time while Nick read minds. Clans of the Alphane Moon digs into fantasy. is a hard book to put down and is one The first book discussion, led by of Philip K. Dicks more bizarre nov- Nick Kelley who pioneered the sci- els. Famous for many novels including fi/fantasy book club at the Lakewood Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Public Library last year, will be a fantasy and A Scanner Darkly Philip K. Dick’s adventure featuring the magical world ability to write science fiction has never of Xanth. This exciting adventure fol- been paralleled. lows the life of a young Xanthian who The In Other Worlds book club is trying to discover what magical abil- will begin on Monday, March 19th We are pleased to welcome Samuel R. Borsellino, M.D., a ity he may have. In the world of Xanth with a discussion of the fantasy novel Cleveland Clinic neurosurgeon, to Lakewood Hospital. As a every human must show a magical abil- A Spell for Chameleon and will recon- member of Lakewood Hospital’s highly skilled neurological ity or be cast out of society… exiled. A vene on Monday April 16th with the a team, Dr. Borsellino will provide the best care possible for both Spell for Chameleon is the first book in a discussion of the science fiction novel complex and straightforward disorders of the brain and spine. series of books written by one of the most Clans of the Alphane Moon. The prolific science fiction/fantasy authors of Lakewood Public Library has pur- Dr. Borsellino completed his residency at the Cleveland Clinic, all time, Piers Anthony. This sometimes chased extra copies of each novel in Department of Neurosurgery and has special interest in the hilarious fantasy adventure is a reader’s anticipation of the book club. treatment of degenerative spine disease, complex spinal instru- mentation, brain and spinal tumors and general neurosurgery. Voted Best Wine Shop In Cleveland Dr. Borsellino is welcoming new patients. 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The Buck Stops Here We Can Understand Why “There is a lot more to discuss Robert Buckeye steel in the last century. He who con- about ‘rights’ and ‘ownership’ of fic- trols them controls the world; their tions and facts in a capitalist consumer Nevertheless the novelist has to become Johnson’s Radi Os. Kathy Acker ownership, as Peace suggests, is power. society, the things that can and can- be exact in his facts, Philip Roth says, made Don Quixote in her version of his As writers we have to understand not be written about, and who can and wherever he gleans them, or no one will life a woman. “The act of describing,” that our rights extend beyond those cannot write them....Somehow we are trust him as a writer. If you can’t see Acker writes, “assumes one event can of political correctness, capitalist encouraged, forced even, to stay (and the Wrigley Building in Chicago from be a different event....If you changed consumption or governmental hege- think and write) within our own little Michigan Avenue, you’ll be dismissed the context of the text you therefore mony. At the same time, we have to boxes. Sadly.” -- David Peace. as a serious writer, no matter what changed the text.” own what we write. (Secretary of State Who have we the right to speak you might say about people or life. Put The recent concerns in the last Colin Powell told President Bush that for? Who has the right to speak for us? Roth against Franz Kafka’s Amerika, several years over plagiarism have the Iraq War was like a purchase in a Who owns our speech? Can I, a white whose research for the book consisted come about, in part, because the free- store; if you break it, you own it.) If this male, say, speak for – speak as – a black, of several travel brochures. When Karl dom and democracy of the Internet means writing about what we cannot or a woman? In 1839 in Paris, a workers’ Rossman, Kafka’s hero, arrives in New have made it problematic for copyright should not write about, then we must paper, La Ruche Populaire, permitted York, he spies the Statue of Liberty with – ownership – to be enforced. How- do so, as T. J. Clark argued Impres- only workers to write for it. We under- her sword raised high. ever, they have also surfaced because sionist painters had to do when they stand why, not just because we can’t A writer may transform a text in the control of data, information, and painted laborers, prostitutes, peasants write of what we are ignorant, but to his use of it. Ron Johnson has taken language increasingly is power. In Wil- – the wretched of the earth. “If it was presume to do so is to speak for some- Milton’s Paradise Lost and whited out liam Gibson’s science fiction novel, impossible to paint the proletariat,” one who should speak for himself. letters and words to create his own Neuromancer, information and data in Clark writes, “it was equally impossible Yet every day writers copy and poem. Milton’s Paradise Lost has the future are like oil today, coal and to paint anything else.” borrow from other writers, other lives. Shakespeare’s description of Cleopa- tra in his play is taken nearly verbatim Lakewood Arts from Plutarch. In defense of Ian McE- wan’s novel, Atonement, which has been To Be Or Not To Be? accused of misappropriating material, Thomas Pynchon argues, “Unless we were actually there, we must turn to peo- An Arts District in Lakewood? ple who were, or to letters, contemporary by Jenni Baker ter Armory, 17801 Detroit Ave. districts can be found in large urban reporting, the encyclopedia, the Internet... “Lakewood has long enjoyed a rich centers, as well as small towns. They to discover in the course of research some To be or not to be…that is the and lively art and cultural scene,” said can be centered around a particular engaging detail we know we can put into question that will be explored at Lake- Mary Anne Crampton, president of neighborhood or spread out through a story.” Where else do we find detail or woodAlive’s next forum on Tuesday, LakewoodAlive. “This forum will pro- several areas. “Cultural districts boost description, if we were not there? March 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the Beck Cen- vide a venue for discussing the concept urban revitalization in many ways,” of an arts district in our community.” explained Foran. “They can beautify The panelists bring a wealth of and animate communities, provide experience and a breadth of back- employment, attract residents and ground to the discussion. They include visitors, and enhance property values Art Falco , President and CEO, Play- and the profitability of surrounding house Square Foundation; Tom businesses.”Panelist and Lakewood Schorgl, President and CEO, The resident Dan Cuffaro agrees. “The Community Partnership for Arts and value that a district provides is in the Culture; Daniel Cuffaro, Chairman clustering of activity around a sim- and Associate Professor, Department ple idea, allowing visitors or tenants of Industrial Design, Cleveland Institute to form an expectation and become of Art and current proponent of “District engaged,” he said. “It is not likely that of Design” in Downtown Cleveland; and an arts district here will be a place with Kathleen Cerveny, Program Director for galleries on every corner. But it is likely Arts and Culture, The Cleveland Foun- that it will be a center of commerce dation. Thomas Mulready, Lakewood and culture based on creative pursuits. resident and publisher of CoolCleveland, Lakewood has two outstanding corner- will moderate the discussion. stones in the Lakewood Public Library “Lakewood is home to artists of all and the Beck Center, providing fertile types,” said Crampton. “In addition to ground for success.” wonderful resources such as the Beck The knowledge and experience of Center for the Arts, our community is the panelists will contribute to a lively fortunate to have many local galleries and relevant discussion, according to who showcase artistic talent and make Crampton. “Our panel will discuss art accessible to our citizens.” the ways in which the arts contribute According to Jay Foran, vice presi- to the creativity and innovation of a dent of LakewoodAlive, the forum will community,” added Crampton. “Their examine what makes up an arts district, diverse backgrounds will provide the the economic and social benefits asso- setting for discussing the elements of ciated with them and the possibility of a successful arts district, funding and creating such a district in Lakewood. community support, and social, politi- “Consistent with our organization’s cal and economic factors.” economic development mission, we The forum is free and advanced will explore what actually constitutes registration is not required. Parking an arts district and how citizens and is available in the Beck Center’s lot or the community as a whole could ben- on nearby sidestreets. LakewoodAlive efit from such a district,” Foran said. is a non-partisan citizen group that An arts or cultural district can be informs and engages our community defined as a well-recognized, labeled, about issues that impact economic mixed-use area of a city in which a development and our quality of life. high concentration of cultural facilities For more information, visit www.lake- serves as the anchor of attraction. Arts woodalive.com

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Chef Geoff Brunch: Part Breakfast, Part Lunch

Brunching has become an increas- Jeff Endress ingly popular weekend pastime. The word “brunch” owes its etymology to ering. There are certainly a number the combination of the words breakfast of dishes which can be prepared a day Basic Quiche Pastry (8-inch ring) and lunch. As an amalgamation of the ahead and cooked or warmed immedi- 1 Cup + 2 Tbsp. flour two, the meal is served at a time that ately before the guests arrive so that the 3 tbs. Refrigerated butter (cut into 1/4-inch cubes) one would expect either a late break- host can create a credible brunch buf- 3 tbs. Vegetable shortening fast or an early lunch. There need not fet. And, that’s okay, if your intent is to 2-4 tbs. Ice-cold milk be a particular reason to opt for this try and copy a restaurant brunch, but Pinch of salt combo meal except, perhaps, a taste I would rather look at what breakfast Put flour and salt in a bowl. With a pastry blender, cut butter and shortening for Mimosas or as an occasion to serve foods can be melded with lunch dishes into the flour until the texture is mealy. Mix in milk 1 Tbsp. at a time - add just as the precursor to a football game or in order to present a truer combination enough milk so the mixture forms a crumbly ball. Roll dough out between 2 other entertainment event. But, I would of the two meals, while still limiting sheets of waxed paper. Less milk and less working of the dough will result in a suggest that, especially now, without the menu items and kitchen prep time. flakier pastry. Line the pan, prick the inner surface, and lightly paint the inside weekend activities, football games, and To my mind, there is one dish that is surface with beaten egg white. other sporting events to fight cabin versatile enough to be a true combina- fever, there is nothing better than to tion of breakfast and lunch dishes. Basic Quiche Custard (enough to fill an 8-inch ring) gather friends and family for an early Dear readers, I give you the ver- 1 Cup heavy cream afternoon brunch. satile tart that we know as the quiche. 4 Egg yolks Brunches served at restaurants The breakfast part of a quiche comes Pinch of salt frequently involve a significant choice from the rich, egg-based custard that Cayenne of items from a buffet. This practice fills the pastry shell which is somewhat Grating of fresh nutmeg tends to define a “brunch” in many reminiscent of creamy scrambled eggs. Blend all ingredients together. Pour custard into prepared shell. Bake at 375 people’s minds as a smorgasbord, but The lunch qualification can met by the degrees for 45 minutes and allow to rest 5 minutes before serving. the size of the spread alone is not a fillings that you choose to use in that defining element of brunching. Rather, custard. If your idea of a great lunch Suggested Variations on Basic Quiche: what defines the meal is a combina- is crab salad, then try that as an addition of items that would be appropriate tion in a quiche. How about a Reuben Quiche Lorraine for lunch or breakfast. Thus, we have quiche? Or, what about a grilled ham 1 lb. Bacon, cooked and drained (or 1 lb. lean ham, cubed) menus that feature individual omelets and cheese quiche (the classic Quiche 1⁄2 lb. Thin-sliced Gruyere cheese or waffles to order along with carved Lorraine with custard filled with bacon Layer cheese and bacon (ham) over prepared pastry shell. Pour in the custard, roast beef or Seafood Newburgh. and cheese)? The quiche is the perfect bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, and allow to rest 5 minutes before serving. Regarding restaurants as the standard main brunch dish - part breakfast, of what a proper brunch should be, it is part lunch - bridging the culinary gap Crab Newburgh and Avocado Quiche no wonder that any host/hostess would between the two. 8 oz. Lump crab meat be hesitant to gather friends and family The beauty of a quiche is how easy 1 Tbsp. butter for a homemade brunch because of the they are to make. The most difficult 1⁄4 Cup sherry apparently insurmountable food prep- part of a quiche is making the pastry 1 Avocado, thinly sliced aration task. dough. If you’ve ever made pie pastry, Melt butter in a small skillet. Add crab, sauté briefly. Add sherry, cook off liquid, The difficulty stems, I think, from it’s essentially the same thing. But, if and cool. Layer the crab and avocado slices in a prepared crust, add the custard, our failure to meld the foods in the same this presents an obstacle, please feel and bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Allow to rest 5 minutes before serving. way that we have melded the words. free to use a prepared piecrust or a Breakfast is joined with lunch to cre- sheet of Pepperidge Farm puff pastry. of egg yolks and heavy cream removes honey dressing, some blueberry muf- ate “brunch,” but the foods we expect While a classic quiche is prepared in a quiche from the healthy eating cate- fins, a basket of assorted toasted to see on the menu have remained cat- fluted flan pan, not having one is also gory, but, by the same token, refraining breads with fresh fruit preserves, some egorically either lunch or breakfast. no excuse - a standard pie tin will work from the addition of meat can keep steamed broccoli, and a pitcher of That may be all well and good for a quite well. The custard is simplicity your tart in the vegetarian category. fresh-squeezed orange juice and you’re restaurant, replete with a full kitchen itself: eggs and cream. Any additional The quiche is the perfect center- in business. If you’re in the mood, mix staff, servers, and a buffet line, but does ingredients are limited only by your piece for your “do-it-yourself” brunch. that orange juice half and half with dry not work well for the person desiring to imagination or diet. Clearly, the use Add a simple fruit salad with a yogurt champagne for Mimosas. host a brunch at home. In order to suc- cessfully host this meal, the menu must be something which can be under- Secret Shopper: taken by a host/hostess even if they are unwilling to commit themselves to cooking, not enjoying, the social gath- Baba’s Kitchen Justine Cooper desserts, and other specialties, all for One of my favorite ethnic foods potato or any food wrapped in dough the benefit of the church. CLEVELAND is the pierogi. A Polish specialty, it is to a Lithuanian carbohydrate lover I stock my freezer with their GRILL a half moon shaped dumpling filled like me? Many areas on the east coast homemade delicacy, a bargain at four with various mixtures, often cabbage, and other parts of this country do not dollars a dozen and always receive onion, and potato. Dishes known as offer pierogis and often people outside rave reviews from dinner guests. The SEAFOOD perogi, perogy, piroghi, pirogi, piro- of this area have never even heard of church cooks who are mostly men are zhki, piroshki or pyrohy are versions them, so I am thrilled to have a source warm and friendly and you will always of pierogi. According to Wikipedia, right here in my hometown where I receive a smile with your order. The STEAKS the free encyclopedia, the pierogis are can obtain pierogis. only day of the week Baba’s Kitchen of virtually untraceable central Euro- The only place I know in is open is Friday from 11a.m-6 p.m. pean origin; claims have been staked Lakewood where you can regularly and the Lenten season is busy! I serve by the Poles, Romanians, Russians, buy fresh homemade pierogis is Baba’s pierogis lightly sautéed in butter with SPIRITS Lithuanians, Ukrainians, Slovaks, Kitchen in Sts. Peter & Paul Russian a sauce of half sour cream, half but- and Rusyns. Similarity to dumplings Orthodox Church at 12711 Madi- ter melted on top, just like momma. 3359 W. 117th St. found in the Far East such as Chinese son Ave. Baba’s Kitchen is run by the Maybe Chef Geoff can offer some potstickers fuels speculation well- members of the church. The “kitchen other cream recipes! Cleveland, OH 44111 founded or not that the Mongols and staff” spends hours hand rolling the Take advantage of the only 216-251-1025 Tatars brought the recipe to the West. dough and stuffing the pierogis, as Kitchen in Lakewood with this ethnic http://www.clevelandgrill.com What could be better than a well as making stuffed cabbage, rich homemade specialty!

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Lakewood News Barton Center Volunteer of the Year Honored by Kris Griesmar for many years at the Castlewood, she moved to the Westerly Apartments to Laurie Schaffer was voted by Bar- take advantage of the transportation ton Center members as the 2007 Barton and food services, as well as the shops, Center “Sweetheart” for her extraordi- programs and social activities offered nary volunteer work. She was honored by the Barton Community Center. at a dinner held on February 22 to rec- Laurie invites everyone to visit the ognize her 15 years of service at Barton Book Nook, located on the Ground Community Center. The 33rd annual Floor of the Westerly Apartments, ceremony held to recognize Barton open from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on Tues- Center volunteers was attended by days and Thursdays. Book Nook sells more than 100 members, including 15 hardback, paperback and coffee-table previous award winners. books, video tapes, CDs and DVDs. Schaffer moved to Lakewood 15 Other Barton Center stores include years ago, after living most of her life in the Hodge Podge furniture and resale Shaker Heights and having a 32 year shop, Greenhouse, Ceramic Shop and career at S.C. Johnson. She imme- Corner Store. diately became involved at Barton Volunteer of the Year Laurie Schaffer Membership in the Barton Center and served as Coordinator have made her job running the Book teers who have been honored with this Community Center is available to indi- of the Membership Committee, a Nook a perfect match. award” annually since 1974. viduals who are at least 55 for only $15 position she held for eight years. Six On the nomination ballots, Schaffer has been a volunteer all per year. To find out more about Ohio’s years ago, Schaffer helped to orga- many of her peers commented on Lau- her life, including extensive involve- oldest senior center, or to volunteer, call nize a new resale shop for books rie’s cheerfulness while working with ment with a food pantry, church, a state the Barton Center office at (216) 221- and has served as the Coordinator people, her helpfulness when assist- trade association, YMCA and OASIS. 3400. Barton Center is located on the of the Book Nook resale store ever ing customers and her dedication to “Volunteering has brought people into Ground Floor of the Westerly Apart- since. Laurie’s extensive interests in Barton Center. Schaffer is “very proud my life who I otherwise would not ments at 14300 Detroit Ave. and is open travel, theater, music and literature to join the distinctive list of volun- have met,” Schaffer said. After living from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on weekdays. Celebrating National Nutrition Month® - 100% Fad Free by Annie Stahlheber healthful diet. When consumed in mation can have harmful effects on For more information about National moderation in the appropriate por- your health and well-being, as well as Nutrition Month®, including tasty healthy Each year, the American Dietetic tion size, all foods can fit into a your wallet. Registered dietitians are recipes, go to www.eatright.org. Association celebrates National Nutri- healthful diet. uniquely qualified to communicate Ann Stahlheber, MS, RD, LD, tion Month®. This year’s theme, 100% * Learn how to spot a food fad. current and emerging science-based CSN, is a registered dietitian special- Fad Free, aims to encourage lifelong Unreasonable or exaggerated claims nutrition information and are an instru- izing in preventive health, wellness, healthy eating practices, rather than that eating (or not eating) specific foods, mental part of developing a diet plan and sport’s nutrition find out more at: jumping on the next diet trend. This nutrient supplements or combinations that is unique to your particular needs. http://nutrainer.googlepages.com year’s key messages include: of foods may cure disease or offer quick * Develop an eating plan for life- weight loss are key features of fad diets. long health. Too often people adopt the * Find your balance between food VASE TO VASE latest food fad rather than focusing on and physical activity. Regular physical the flower store overall health. Get back to basics and use activity is important for your overall the Dietary Guidelines 2005 and MyPyr- health and fitness plus it helps con- amid as your guide to healthy eating. trol body weight, promotes a feeling Welcome To Our For Special Occassions * Choose foods sensibly by look- of well-being and reduces the risk of ing at the big picture. A single food chronic diseases. Newest Location! Or No Occassion, or meal doesn’t make or break a * Food and nutrition misinfor- 1390 Bonneview Avenue Vase To Vase Is Your Revelations Salon & Spa Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Fresh Flower Source Hair • Nails • Skin • Massage

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Lakewood Schools “Tales for Tots” Book Drive a Major Success by Daniel Mitchell Toni Gelsomino, Assistant Direc- tor of the Lakewood Division of Early Do you have a favorite book that Childhood, said, “This project is abso- reminds you of your childhood? Of lutely wonderful! We are grateful to course you do. Almost everyone has H2O, Key Club and Lakewood Kiwanis at least one book that they asked or Club for coming together to champion begged their Moms and Dads to read literacy for our young children. Tales over and over again. For me, A Fish for Tots will enhance home libraries out of Water was that book. I enjoyed and reading in general.” it because it showed how extraor- H2O would like to thank the dinary things happen to ordinary following Tales for Tots partners: people. Having a book of my own that Giant Eagle, Lakewood City Schools, I could read over and over again made Lakewood Y, Liberty Books, Nature’s reading special. Bin, Phoenix Coffee, Saint Cyril That’s where “Tales for Tots” & Methodius School, Rego’s and comes in. Tales for Tots was a book West Park Library. The Friends of drive for preschool children, organized Lakewood Public Library are also by students like myself in H2O (Help deserving of a big thank you for their to Others). H2O is a service learn- entine’s Day we collected more than ing stories to the children, Kiwanis generous donation of four big boxes ing program sponsored by the City of 1,600 books and $260! The money will members will likely be able to give of books. Lakewood’s Department of Human be used to purchase additional books each of the 3-5 year olds two books The event was a major success Services, Division of Youth. We wanted at a discount. to keep for themselves. The Tales for and I am grateful to have been a part to give Lakewood preschoolers a book Soon, Kiwanis Club members Tots theme was rightly captured by it. It is my hope that Tales for Tots or two of their own to help build home will visit every Lakewood preschool the slogan, “A love of books begins becomes an annual Valentine’s Day libraries. and daycare center. After read- at home.” tradition in Lakewood. In an effort to make this truly a community project, we asked people throughout Lakewood to support Tales Edwardian Players for Tots by donating new or gently used books at one of our collection points. by Kathy Klimko Quixote, “Man of La Mancha” is a ets $5.00, general $10.00, and reserved On February 10, H2O joined forces wonderful story that unfolds brilliantly $12.00, or at discounted prices when with members of Lakewood High The St. Edward High School the- in a creative and imaginative fashion ordered before March 22. Advanced ticket School Key Club. Together we collected atre company, The Edwardian Players, that audiences are sure to be inspired sales are available by visiting our website books and monetary donations from have undertaken the quest of producing to dream the impossible dream. The at http://www.sehs.net/arts.html, or by 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at six business loca- the brilliant work of Dale Wasserman, story is one of human experience and contacting the Performing Arts Ticket tions. We also placed donation boxes “Man of La Mancha.” filled with laughter, adventure, treach- Line at 216-221-0793 ex. 210. Show times at each of the public schools. By Val- Based on the classical tale of Don ery, and courage. In a world that can be are at 8:00 PM on Fridays and Satur- confusing and filled with mixed mes- days, 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 25 sages, this powerful show speaks to the and at 7:00 PM on Sunday, April 1. St. idealism and commitment to do what Edward High School is located at 13500 is right amidst harsh criticism or under Detroit Avenue in Lakewood. RESALE SHOPPE the most unfavorable circumstances. The Sunday, March 25 2:00 PM Tickets for the six performances can show will have interpreters signing for be purchased at the door: student tick- the hearing impaired. Lakewood’s Newest Upscale Resale Shop! 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Lakewood Sports LHS March Madness Over by Todd Shapiro Kovach played her final game as a pleased with Kayla’s record breaking the two teams met again on February Ranger and set the all-time Lakewood effort. “Kayla worked so hard for four 28 at Brecksville-Broadview Heights March Madness ended in Febru- scoring record in a 61-39 loss to the years to accomplish this, we are all High School the regular season was but ary frustration for Lakewood’s boys Pioneer Conference co-champion proud of her.” a distant memory. The Rangers came and girls’ basketball teams as both Strongsville Mustangs. Kovach scored The Rangers were able to play with out flat and found themselves down squads were defeated in OHSAA sec- 18 on the night to finish her Lakewood Strongsville early and only trailed by 28-4 at the end of the first period. tional play. career with 1,187 points. Despite three, 12-9 at the end of the first period. Lakewood fought to reverse the slow On February 22 senior Kayla the loss, coach Nicole Anderson was The Mustangs were held to just 23 per- start but fell 66-50 to the fifth seeded cent shooting in the first half but made Meteors. of 8-of-10 from the free throw line in A 17-2 run to open the final period Lakewood’s Kovach 11 the second period to extend their lead cut the Midpark lead to nine, but after to 28-17 at halftime. starters Zach Toole and Pat Barrett Lakewood out rebounded Strongs- fouled out the Rangers were unable Points Away From History ville in the first half but 21 turnovers to keep the momentum. Junior Kevin by Ivor Karabatkovic scoring 22 and 33 points during two doomed the Rangers offense. After Knab scored 25 points and shot 9-of- respective games. Coming off a three Strongsville extended the lead to 19 9 from the free throw line. In his final Lakewood’s very own Senior Kayla game winning streak, the Rangers will midway through the third, the Rangers game as a Ranger, Travis Wise scored Kovach is 11 points away from becom- need to bring their confidence and ‘A’ went on 10-2 run that included Kovach’s eight points and led the Lakewood ing the girls’ highest point scorer in game to the court this Thursday when record breaking score to close to within defense with three steals. Barrett and LHS basketball history. they play the highly ranked Strongs- 11 at 44-33. Sophomore forward Nicole senior Andi Sulovari both scored all Kovach scored her landmark ville team. The game begins at 6 p.m. Niemi grabbed 11 rebounds and added six of their points in the fourth period. 1,000th point as a Ranger and moved and the Ranger Nation will be there to six points for the Rangers who won 8 of The Rangers who finished their into 3rd place over Leslie Favre (990 cheer the girls on to victory. their last 13 games to finish the season final season in the Lake Erie League at points) in a game against LEL rival Congratulations Kayla on 1,169 8-14. 7-14. Euclid. The task of becoming the leading earned points. No one is more deserv- Leah Kendro scored 18 points and The Rangers could not find a way scorer seemed impossible, but nothing ing of this place in Lakewood history. Brittany Ready added 16 for the Mus- to stop the Meteors offensive attack. has stopped Kalya from scoring 169 points Hard-working and determined, both in tangs who improved their record to Midpark shot an uncanny 91 percent in the last month and putting herself 11 the classroom and on the court, she is the 18-2. from the field in the first eight minutes points away from the history books. prime example of Ranger Pride and Class. The Lakewood boys earned the and settled down to shoot 65 percent The Rangers are blowing teams Record or no record, Lakewood is proud sixth seed and drew an opening round for the game. out of the playoffs one by one. Kovach of what Kayla has done and continues to rematch with the Midpark Meteors. In Midpark forward Jim Kerrigan, went on a rampage this past week do in her endeavors. Go Lady Rangers! December the Rangers defeated Mid- who averaged 17 points a game in the park 56-46 but come tournament time regular season, shot a perfect 10-of-10 it is a whole different ballgame. from the field scoring 21 points before Duffy Brings Home 8th Place from Unfortunately for Lakewood when fouling out with 3:20 to go in the game. State Wrestling Tournament by Todd Shapiro against Springboro’s Drew Freed and WINTERHURST ICE RINK Dublin Scioto’s Casey Gordon to end The Coolest Place In Town the season with 119 career victories. A Lakewood Landmark For 75 Years! Lakewood High School junior Pat In the seventh place match, Duffy Duffy brought home an eighth place General Admission Fees - Resident $3.00 Non-Resident $5.00. was paired with Kurt Wentink of Clo- finish from last weekend’s OHSAA Adult Only sessions are for ages 18 and over. verleaf High School. Earlier in the Division I state wrestling tournament Adults Only Fees - Resident $4.00 Non-Resident $6.00 tournament Wentink defeated St. held at Ohio State University’s Jerome Edward’s Neil Birt. Recreational Skating Sessions Schottenstein Center. Wentink proved to be just a lit- Monday 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Adults Only Duffy, who finished the season tle too much for Duffy to handle and Tuesday 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Parents/Tots with a record of 48-6, finished fourth at escaped with a 5-4 victory. 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. All Ages the Mentor District meet at 130 pounds According to Lakewood wrestling Wednesday 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Adults Only to earn his first trip to state competition. 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Skills Practice/All Ages coach Vinne Curiale area fans should Last year Duffy was an alternate to the Thursday 8:30 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. Adults Only expect to see Duffy in Columbus again state tournament but did not wrestle. 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Lakewood Perspective From Friars to Fryers Just as the swallows return to Cap- Bret Callentine it’s a church, restaurant, or bar, most istrano, and the buzzards to Hinckley, locations will be serving the typical so too are we blessed with the annual that you be very supportive of anyone any particular religious foundation is batter-dipped fillet. Unless you plan on tradition of the Friday Fish Fry return- who does. Generally speaking, it’s a frequently inadequate. working your way through the entire ing to Lakewood. Drive down Madison good thing when an individual pauses The point is, I take pride in living city to find one that serves up four-star and Detroit and you’ll see what I mean. to reflect on something greater than in a country and especially a commu- cuisine, going with an “all you can eat” With such a dominant presence of Bar the self. nity that can so exuberantly celebrate as opposed to a “special” definitely has and Church within our city limits, Regardless of the rationale behind St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, and its advantages. you’re never more than six days and this gastronomic anomaly, the beauty Oktoberfest. I love to attend a good Second, don’t sweat the location. six blocks away from a batter-dipped of the fish fry is that you don’t have to Greek festival, enjoy eating in “Little Don’t be afraid to try one out just blending of faith and food. be a Christian to enjoy the embodiment Italy” and take great pleasure in listen- because it’s at a church. I’ve never been For those not familiar, the tra- of the tradition. Neither understanding ing to the many languages and dialects thrown out of any denominations’ fes- dition stems from the observance of nor acceptance is required to benefit overheard at the coffee shop. tivities because of my own personal Lent, a Christian season of both pen- from the event. All you need is a fork, It’s time that diversity of religion affiliation. And you shouldn’t avoid ance and preparation that runs from a plate and a healthy supply of tartar be brought back to the same level of the bars just because you don’t drink Ash Wednesday through Holy Week sauce. universal acceptability in today’s grow- alcohol. They won’t mind you ordering and ends with the celebration of Eas- That said, why do I get the feel- ingly secularized society. We shouldn’t an iced tea. Once you’re in and eating, ter. Although there are similarities ing that I lost many of you when I used be trying to take religious connota- you’ll find out that they’re not strang- amongst several religious affiliations, the word “Christian”? Why is it that tions out of our daily lives, we should ers, but neighbors. the most visible cause of this phenom- over the past few decades, religion has add more in. We should go out of our Third, leave your options open. enon comes from the Catholic faith become perceived more as a source of way to find acceptable avenues through Man can not live off fish alone. Always where Canon Law calls for everyone division and skepticism than of unity which more people can share and there- check to see if there are the typical ages 15 to 59 to abstain from meat on and strength? Or is the uneasiness fore demystify their sacred traditions. accompanying side dishes to your lik- Friday (Can. 1249-1253). based in some other fear? Ignorance in this case is definitely ing (cole slaw, fries, etc). High on my In many of the Protestant faiths, The world holds more than two not bliss. Ignorance is isolationistic. list are any locations that also offer there is no deference toward a spe- billion Christians, over one billion This is Lakewood, Ohio, one of the Pierogis. cific food or day of the week. Instead Muslims, and hundreds of millions most densely populated suburbs in the And Last, when possible, take along the focus is on giving up a prominent more that choose Judaism, Hindu- nation, and one of the most diverse friends and/or family. It’s like going to habit or going without a routine item ism, or even Buddhism. So if religion communities in the area. If you want to an Indians game--if you go alone, the of comfort. Along the same lines as makes you uneasy, I’m afraid you’re put your head down and avoid contact hot dog tastes the same, but you’ve got the traditional Islamic fasting during in for a long ride. On a global scale, with those of a different background, nobody to hold your nachos when you Ramadan, the point is for believers to those with spiritual faith dominate you picked the wrong place to live. have to go to the bathroom. make a personal sacrifice in the hopes the planet. And the truth is that only So for those that have the stom- As for me, I’m not Catholic, but I that they will fill the void with a more a microscopic portion represents even ach (both literally and figuratively), gave up worrying about other people’s devout focus on faith. the most remote threat to your per- here are my tips for the Fish Fry “new- beliefs for Lent. 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Flogging Molly Rocks Cleveland’s House of Blues: An interview with Dennis Casey, Flogging Molly’s guitarist by Kimberly S. Tilley band. Casey explains, “We’re more powerful and louder in concert. At Flogging Molly recently played our shows, people get the united, total Cleveland on Sunday, March 4th as concert experience.” part of their tour in support of their The current lineup has been in third album, Within a Mile of Home. place for the past ten years, and dur- For those who have not yet become ing that time, they have streamlined acquainted with the band’s unique their sound. “We’re better players sound, imagine the Irish festival now. We’re always trying to do dif- meets the Clash. The band fuses ferent things with new instruments instruments ranging from the Tin and new styles. We keep bringing Whistle and the mandolin to electric different influences to table when guitars and drums to create their we write songs.” inimitable sound. Despite being in touch with the Flogging Molly has performed historic musical roots of Ireland, in four Warped tours. “We’re going Flogging Molly is very much involved to do some of the Warped tour again in today’s world. Their lyrics not only this summer,” says Dennis Casey, the reflect current events, but also reveal band’s guitarist. “We really want to see an unusual degree of political matu- the Warped exhibit at the Rock n’ Roll rity. The band was involved in the Hall of Fame while we’re in Cleveland.” Get Out the Vote campaign of 2004. At the close of their U.S. tour on St. Flogging Molly Casey explains, “We weren’t saying Patrick’s Day, the band is slated to tour Fans who attend the show at Cleve- three new songs a night,” says Casey. to vote for any particular candidates, Australia and Japan. Afterwards, they land’s House of Blues on March 4th will Although the band has created we’re just saying, ‘Go out there and will begin recording songs for their be treated to some new music from the three successful commercial albums, get involved.’ We encouraged people fourth album. upcoming album. “We’re doing about they consider themselves a “live” to vote.” EAT AT CRONIES Of Mullen’s Letterfrack 17900 Detroit Rd. Lakewood “An Irish House” www.cronieslakewood.com 3/08/07 12 days 216.226.3310 Chris Difford of Squeeze, the 80’s pop band Cav’s until Game St. Patty’s Day! Happy Hour 3/09/07 Jen Chapin Special mon-sat 11-7 soulful folk of Harry Chapin’s Daughter 22 oz Bud 3/16/07 ST. PATRICK’S DAY Stand & Bud Light Celebrate St. Patty’s early with Open at 7am Dublin’s latest export! Bottles $2 3/17/07 Bucket of 6 O’2L Bloody Mary Bar members of Trans Siberian Orchestra Miller Light $9 Corned Beef Hash Thirsty Dog Old Leg 216-226-5681 Thumper on Tap 12112 Madison Ave., Lakewood 17014 Madison • Lakewood www.thewinchester.net 216.226.5224 DJ at 8pm ROSS DELI *SUNDAY Gourmet Brunch Voted Cheapest Smoke Shop In Lakewood featuring eye-dazzling Mimosas • BEER & WINE at State Minimum Price *Saturday Brunch with ‘Create • We Welcome Your Own’ Bloody Mary Bar Cigarette Mart Customers • Locally Owned & Operated *Open Saturday, ST. PATRICK’S DAY 9:00am Special Brunch “all day menu” 15524 Detroit Avenue 216.226.3660 18514 Detroit Avenue NEW PLACE TO SHOP FOR WINES phone: 216-521-7684 fax: 216-521-9518 Bagpipers, Giveaways!!! CORNER AROUND THE Merry Arts Pub & Grille • Lake Perch FISH FRY Spend The Greatest Day Of The Year With Us! Every Friday • Homemade Pierogis • Shrimp Louisiana Celebration Starts Friday the 16th 11:30 A.M. with a very special performance by the Come For The Great OPEN FOR LUNCH • Cabbage & Noodles WHISKEY ISLAND RAMBLERS show starts at 9:30 GUINNESS Giveaway! Doors open at 8:00am Saturday Saturday,ST. PATRICKS March DAY 17 with our All You Can Eat Doors open 9 a.m. ANNUAL IRISH BREAKFAST IRISH BRUNCH Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Hashbrowns, Irish Soda Bread, Corned Beef & Cabbage, All for Only $3.50, and of course, BLOODY MARYs! Get Your First (20 oz Imperial) Green Beer & Bagpipers! Pint Of The Day Entertainment By CORNED BEEF SANDWICHES & DINNERS 00 400 PIECES $5. Keep the Glass LIVE BAGPIPES ALL DAY & NIGHT 00 18616-20 Detroit, Lakewood Refill for $4. 216-521-4413 15607½ Detroit Ave., Lakewood 216.226.4080

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Lakewood Observer On Purpose “You guys . . . you guys are all the Ronald Ciancutti was going to put some animals in there. same! The doctors at the hospital, you . . That boat became Noah’s purpose. Did . it’s always what I’m going to do for you. I’m not advocating that igno- health break?” I don’t think so. you ever read the story thoroughly And then you screw up, and it’s, ‘Ah, we rance is always bliss, but how much The difference between us and enough to know that it took him 100 did the best that we could, I’m dreadfully do I really need to know about South those who came before us consists years to build it? Ever try to stay on sorry.’ And people like us live with your American rainforest devastation and of one major element: purpose. That track with something for 100 hours or mistakes the rest of our lives.” hunger strikes in Tibet? Both undoubt- driving force in a person’s life is the 100 days? Pretty easy to lose interest, -The Verdict, 1982 edly important issues in a large sense, mainstay of existence. Many of us sim- to question the notion, to talk your- Do you notice yourself feeling a but not anything I can solve between ply find after all that education, after self into quitting, isn’t it? Noah stayed bit run down these days—more than raking the leaves and putting up the all that school of hard knocks, after the course for 100 years, man. Only the usual fatigue? Like maybe it’s more storm windows. My little corner of the all that apprenticeship at the master’s with the help of his three sons did he than running the kids around, making world has me pretty occupied already, knee, we still come up pretty empty. build that monstrosity. You know what ends meet, fixing the car, getting din- but I notice a lot of people contracting We don’t have much of a purpose. We else? He didn’t question the boss. He ner on the table and doing it all over out those home projects so they can be have avoided as much conflict as pos- had purpose and the reason he didn’t again tomorrow. As depressing as that free to raise money for rainforest dev- sible. We quit when the fight got too question that purpose was because may get, do you find yourself enduring he believed his service to something a longer “recovery” period before your The difference between us and those who came before us greater than himself was his destiny. spirits are up and energy is high again? consists of one major element: purpose. That driving force Noah had the one thing so many of us And even when you do recover, do you seem to lack today. Faith. find that it takes very little to drop you in a person’s life is the mainstay of existence. It was faith that allowed those back into that ditch? That place where astation and Tibetan monks. tough (i.e., “I started out in engineer- Katrina victims to hang on for a bet- you feel almost constantly victimized? Furthermore, don’t you think ing, but I think I’m going to change my ter moment to arrive. It was faith that I don’t think you are alone. some of the problems we face have a major; this stuff is hard.”). We have allowed there to ever be Holocaust sur- Already, in this very young cen- lot to do with having too much time on never truly been challenged, tested or vivors instead of just victims. It is that tury, our country has endured two our hands and drawing added atten- “thrown to the wolves.” And often- simple faith that a better day is just a overwhelming national crises. We tion to what is really not a problem, but times our kids turn out far from what week, a day, an hour around the corner. actually began the century in fear of more so a contrived problem? If you we intended. But, my, how we can talk And it is the reestablishment of that the Y2K debacle (so much ado about watch enough tabloid-TV, you begin to and make excuses! Matthew 6:7 appro- elusive faith, mark my words, which nothing). Perhaps there’s no room to think those freak incidents are repre- priately notes, “They think that they shall will begin the emergence of the reborn complain and we are simply living in sentative of the whole world. Then one be heard for their much speaking.” society that seeks purpose and finds it a time similar to previous generations, day you hear yourself utter with pas- Yet, people in New Orleans these by serving and helping each other. when the spectacle of nuclear war hung sion, “But what are we going to do about days are in touch with the wolf at their You don’t have to feel downtrod- over American heads or tragedies like the cross-dressing midget wrestlers of this door. Because you see when the world den my friends. You can’t let the wheels the Holocaust unsettled our every country?” A sure sign that life’s priori- rushes in your bay window and all you of life run you over. Believe that a bet- thought. ties are getting a little foggy, eh? ever had is washed away with the cur- ter day is not that far out of your grasp. In full respect of those night- As generations grow and modern- rent. You see when your whole world The way to be pulled from that ditch mares, I submit what’s happening to ization saves everyone more time, we comes down to the wet clothes on is by reaching out your hand. When it the spirit of this country currently is actually find ourselves idle much of your back and the few nickels in your meets the hand of others, you’ll learn just as bad, if not worse. I think part the day. We fill the time with distrac- pocket. 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Over the Top, or Down the Wall? The Cultural and Linguistic Wars of Lakewood So the question remains: Do you Gary Rice Winnikins seafood dinner on a beach- run the toilet paper over the top, or front patio formed in my mind. down the wall? Then we pulled up in front of My dear late mother was a down- the Weenie King. The hot dogs were, the-wall gal, in no uncertain terms. I’m indeed, out of this world. Unfortu- sure she felt that toilet paper looked nately, Weenie King did not serve better that way, being more neatly Oysters Rockefeller that day. snuggled up against the pink and blue Do you doubt whether we have ceramic tiles that still grace our bath- a dialect particular to Lakewood? room today. Dad and I, on the other OK, what about “yuh”? Words like hand, had to have that paper running “yuhgonna” and “yuhwanna” were over the top, no doubt about it. When commonly heard on Lakewood streets we needed a huge toilet-clogging hand- when I was a boy, and they still are ful quickly, we needed it! (Of course, today. How about the “cha” words? whether you, dear reader, needed to Phrases like “cancha?”, “woodcha?”, know all this remains an open question.) “coodcha?” and “gotcha!” still reso- So the discussion (or rather, the nate through the streets of Lakewood. guerrilla war) of the toilet paper went Using “tuh” for “to” is also common on for years. Sometimes, Dad or I around these parts: “Wheryuh goan?” would come into the bathroom hop- “Tuh thuh store.” ing for a quick handful--only to find Ah, the refined linguistics of that as we spun the roll down, it merely Lakewood. And this does not even flapped around in apparent glee at our reflect on the all-too-common speak- misfortune. Even if we did put the roll ing errors, like the horribly overused on “our” way, we sometimes found that words “like” and “ah.” Example: “Are it had been surreptitiously re-posi- yuh, ah, like, goan tuh be there, like, tioned the “other” way. ah, next, ah, like Saerduy?” And of course, that toilet paper roll We’ll save a discussion of “slang” was only the beginning. The cultural words for another column. That should (and gender) issue of the toilet seat is make for a a) ducky b) peachy keen c) also well-known in many Lakewood neat-o column. Wouldn’t that be (here homes. I remember reading about a it comes) AWESOME? statistic years ago that there were thou- As a child, I had to spend quite a bit sands of accidents annually in America of time in speech therapy, due to multi-

involving toilet seats. The issue, for photo by Gary Rice ple throat surgeries. I still have trouble those of you who are single, is simply with my “r’s” and my “4’s,” even after this: Up or down? Since this is a family teaching all those years. (Perhaps I would The now-famous over-the-top Rice toilet paper paper, we’ll not go into the significant have done better east of the Cuyahoga, or lower issue of whether the area around the oven. Sticky black goo covered the the family, as visions of hundreds of even closer to “Bahston”- where the “r’s” the toilet seat should be carpeted. Or oven, the kitchen floor, and my future tongue-ready tabbys haunted my pre- seem to be perpetually banned!) what usually ends up on that carpet. as a chef. And naturally, just then the teen imagination (and I was allergic Speech lessons helped me dump Leaving the bathroom (and prob- folks got home. If there had been more to cats anyway). Imagine my surprise the extemporaneous expressions like ably none too soon), we proceed to the kids like me, I doubt whether moms when I discovered that they were talk- “like” and “and ah” from my vocab- kitchen, where other cultural trials would have wanted to leave the kitchen ing about a CATHOLIC hospital! ulary, but it was my Pennsylvania continued. Of course, our moms were for the workplace (or perhaps kids like Then there was the time as a young grandmother who really got me think- usually the cooks when we were kids, and me drove them out!). man that I accompanied some South- ing one day. She kept using big words the kitchen was their domain. Dad and I Moving from the kitchen to the ern relatives down to Florida. Now, around me. One day, I asked her why. might have the privilege of washing dishes, subject of linguistics, I recall reading as I’m a seafood lover in the extreme, She explained that with my speech dif- but that stove belonged to Betty Rice! a child that the dividing line between and I was asking the family in the car ficulties, some people might look at me At least, that scenario lasted ‘till eastern and western speaking dialects whether they knew about any good as being less than capable. With a big I got hungry one night. The parents was considered to be the Cuyahoga places to eat in the beach town where vocabulary, along with well-expressed were out bowling or something, and River, at least at that time. Folks east of we were going. The family raved about diction, I would, one day, show folks supper would have to wait. The weekly the river often had that “New England” Winnikins being the best place on that I was capable of anything, even trip to the market was due, so there way of speaking, while out West (here the beach for good food. As the miles with my speech issues. weren’t too many things to eat in the in Lakewood) we spoke “Midwest.” clicked by, visions of a scrumptious And she was right. I did. fridge to tide over my junior high-sized Now, many of you know that my stomach. Looking in the cupboard, parents were from different parts of I came across a Mason jar filled with the country. Mom was a Southern gal, some popping corn. Unsure how to and Dad hailed from the Pennsylvania make popcorn, I did know that Mother hills. Accordingly, all kinds of dialecti- seemed to preheat the oven to 325 cally linguistic adventures greeted me degrees for a number of foods, so I did at every turn. Was the proper phrase the same. I then took out the roasting “all of you,” “ya’ll,” or “you’uns”? Was pan and dumped the entire contents of it “soda,” “pop,” or “sody pop”? the Mason jar into the roaster, along In the interest of full disclosure, both with a stick of butter, and about a cup of my parents were, in fact, refined speak- of salt, and shoved the mixture into the ers. They were not the problem. Going oven. I then went to my bedroom to on vacation to the homes of relatives was build a model. when the adventures really began. Now, I’ve never had a sense of There was the time in Alabama, smell, so it was the black smoke that when we had to visit a sick relative at the first got my attention. As I ran to the Cat Lick Hospital. For hours, as a boy, kitchen door, I discovered that the I wondered what kind of treatments popcorn had blown the lid off the could possibly be given at that facility? roaster and had blown open the door of I was actually afraid to go there with

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Minding The Issues Misused and Misunderstood Sayings(2) In the previous issue I held that Gordon Brumm would not be an exception. misuse of an expression is not merely a By the way, the more sensible matter of taste but rather demonstrates or a consideration – then we won’t rec- – meaning that the rule still holds meaning of “The exception proves obtuseness of one kind or another -- ognize the questions we face, and we good, despite the exceptional case of the rule” is “The exception TESTS about logical consequences, historical won’t be able to address them. Felix (or because of the exceptional the rule,” meaning that if we want to context, or distinctions. And in this way we lose a power- case of Felix). know whether a rule holds true or not ful logical tool, for thinking in terms Think about this. we should look for exceptions, and Here are a few more examples: of issues (in the proper sense) adds Look at where this interpreta- if we find an exception we know the a dimension to our deliberations; it tion leads us: If it were really true rule has not passed the test. On this ISSUES: Pass the Kleenex, because opens up the decisions we have to make that an exception proves a rule to be interpretation, the word “proves” is here is where I start to cry. A proud and and sheds light on the ways in which correct, it would be impossible for related to “probe” which of course noble word has been degraded through our decisions agree or disagree with a rule ever to be falsified! For every refers to a test. self-indulgence and promiscuous use, those of others. instance that conformed to the rule Sports fans, here’s one for you: THREE and we are all the worse because of it. “IT WAS A DARK AND STORMY would confirm it, and every instance YARDS AND A CLOUD OF DUST. Properly used, “issues” refers to NIGHT:” This is perhaps best known that didn’t conform to the rule would Associated with the late Ohio State questions – not any questions, but the through its association with Snoopy also confirm it. coach Woody Hayes, this refers to the questions that must be answered if we the wonder-beagle. However, the line Taking this to the logical extreme, conservative, “smashmouth” kind of are to arrive at a justified conclusion originated as the first words of the 1830 every rule is justified. The rule “All offense that Woody was known for, in a controversy. The answers to such novel Paul Clifford by Edward George lions are brave” is justified, because lots depending on strength and willpower questions, i.e., to the issues, lead to Bulwer-Lytton. of instances conform to it and there- more than agility or guile. The “cloud one conclusion or another. So we may It has achieved fame in the past fore prove it true, and the instances of dust” refers to the collisions between compare issues to crossroads – just as two decades as the reputedly worst that don’t conform to it – i.e., cowardly linemen and the straight-ahead assault taking different roads will lead to dif- opening line of any novel written in lions -- also prove it to be true. of running backs. “Three yards” ferent destinations, so giving different English. Its reputation has engendered But the contrary rule “All lions refers to gaining yardage in small but answers on the issues will lead to dif- the Bulwer-Lytton Fiction Contest, in are cowardly” would also be true for dependable chunks, sufficient for slow ferent conclusions. which contestants compete to write the the same reason – cowardly lions like but inexorable progress. This original and proper use of worst opening sentence. Felix prove the rule to be true, but But think about this. If a team “issues” can still be found in legal However, I believe that “It was a brave lions also prove the rule to be makes three yards on each play, then proceedings, for example, “The first dark and stormy night” has gotten a bad true, because they are the exceptions after third down it will have made nine issue in the case of Anna Nicole rap. Consider it on its merits: “Dark” that prove the rule. yards and will face a fourth-and-one. Smith’s estate is what jurisdiction universally suggests evil and mystery. So if we say that the exception It will almost certainly punt (except should govern.” “Stormy” suggests conflict and stress. proves the rule to be true, then all when the team is close to the oppo- However, the use of the term has Thus in seven words and eight syllables rules are necessarily true. But all rules nent’s goal line, etc.). That is no way to promiscuously spilled over its bound- the author creates an oppressive and are also necessarily false, because march down the field. aries. “Issue” now means “problem” foreboding atmosphere. The writing, I their contraries are true. So all rules The appropriate expression, of or “difficulty” or “consideration” (as submit, is effective. are necessarily true and all rules are course, is “FOUR yards and a cloud of in “I have issues with that,” pungently However, it has paid the price necessarily false, and we don’t know dust.” If a team makes four yards on delineated in Dick Feagler’s February for its high quality – it has become which alternative to choose. So we each play, then after third down it will 21 Plain Dealer column.) a cliché. Since clichés are scorned in can’t ever know what is true and what have gained twelve yards and a new I can see how the term acquired the literary world, this line became is false, which is to say that we can first down, and it can continue march- this expanded usage. A problem an easy target. And once it began to never know anything. ing down the field. generally comes along with the ques- be ridiculed, others climbed on the You might say, “Your mistake is tion of what to do about it. Because critical bandwagon and the ridicule to go to the logical extreme.” But if we THE STUFF THAT DREAMS ARE we don’t distinguish between the became entrenched. don’t go all the way to the extreme, how MADE OF. This is a new one. I found question and the problem, we apply (For the sake of accuracy, I should far do we go? We have no way to pick it recently in the headline of an arti- “issue” to both. mention that “The night was dark and out the exceptions that prove the rule cle about the movie “Dreamgirls.” We can see the transition occur- stormy” is not the entire first sentence. to be true, as against those that don’t. There the connotation of “dream” is ring in examples such as this from a It is only the first clause and is followed We believe the exceptions prove the of something ideal, some supreme (no discussion of dogs’ health: “In the case by a semi-colon. The rest of the sen- rule when we want to believe that, and pun intended) goal to be sought after. of whippets, we have issues with hearts tence isn’t all that bad, in my judgment, not otherwise. In other words, we have However, the expression derives and eyes.” In other words, whippets but it rambles on and exhibits a certain a right to believe whatever we want (with slight alterations) from Shake- possibly have heart or eye problems, over-enthusiasm about wind and rain. I to believe, and rules mean nothing – speare’s play The Tempest, and there and their owners face the question of surmise that the first clause would have hardly a palatable alternative either. it connotes not the ideality but rather what to do about it. The word “issues” fared better by itself. To find the whole Such are the logical absurdities the frailty and unreality of dreams. presumably started out referring to sentence, search for “It was a dark and we are led to if we say “the exception It appears in a speech by Prospero, the questions but has migrated to stormy night” on the Internet.) proves the rule” and take it to mean a magician -- a speech that is often the problems. that the exception proves the rule to taken to be Shakespeare’s farewell to But what is wrong with such pro- “THE EXCEPTION PROVES THE be true. the theater. miscuous usage? On what grounds do RULE,” meaning that an exception But there are ways to deal with I would be doing a disservice if I say that the original usage of “issues,” to a rule proves the rule to be correct exceptions -- or better, apparent excep- I did not quote the entire passage. It meaning questions, is the only proper (based on the assumption that “Every tions -- and still preserve the rule they gave me goosebumps when I memo- one? The answer is that promiscuous rule has an exception.”) For exam- seem to contradict. One is to treat rized it at age 14, and it gives me usage blurs distinctions and thus blurs ple, someone propounds the rule that rules not as holding true strictly but goosebumps still: our thinking. If “issues” refers to any- “All lions are brave.” Then someone only generally. For example we might thing at all we might meet in coming to else finds Felix, a cowardly lion. So say that “Lions are generally but not Our revels now are ended. 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Lakewood Pets

stressful. But she perked up quickly on meeting her hosts, Jazz and Lily, my Bel- Taking the Long Way Home gians, and got a good night’s rest before by Charyn Compeau & Rebecca J. heading out again in the morning. Tyler The rescue network relies on the love of people for animals. Many transporters Imagine being the one left behind. take photographs of their legs of the jour- It happened to Rio the puppy. She is ney, and we watched Rio make her way a Belgian Malinois (mal in whah), a breed west as volunteers returned home and known for its courage, intelligence, devo- posted photos of their transfers. I drove tion, and general good cheer. Rio’s early Rio to Ohio to meet up with a volunteer days of puppyhood with her littermates who has been transporting dogs for ten in New Jersey were happy and full of fun: years. She keeps an album of “before” playing with each other and their people, and “after” photos of all her rescues, and learning about the world. and we passed the tissues as we looked at As the pups grew, the others went dozens of happy dogs, thriving in their home with new families and after some forever homes. time, Rio was the only one left. At almost Rio finished her journey at six four months old, she wasn’t a baby any- o’clock on the evening of day two, where more. A young Malinois is lively and she was met at last by April and her dog athletic, and being a medium-large breed, Max, a Dutch Shepherd. Friends from At the Hand-off. they can grow quickly. It is difficult to the start, Max and Rio began to play place older dogs with new families, not the foster parent is responsible for the in shelters. It was critical for Rio to find in the snow right there at the rest stop because of any reluctance on the part of dog’s care, expenses, and training. an appropriate home, and the commu- hand-off point. the dog, but because many people who But things were looking up for Rio. nity really came through for her. Today there is another picture in the are looking to adopt dogs are really look- She could be on her way to a good foster A journey of 500 miles begins with album of happy, re-homed dogs. Rio’s joy ing for puppies. Rio’s rosy future as a home in Michigan — soon as she got a a single call for help. Within a few days in reaching April and Max touched them family dog with a “forever home” paled ride. (and after many emails) Rio had a ride to both from the first moment, and although some more when personal circumstances It’s a long way from Long Island to Michigan and an invitation to stay over- Rio may have taken the long way home, prevented her breeder from keeping her Ann Arbor. The Malinois are excellent night with us in Pennsylvania during she finally reached her forever family. with the family. swimmers, but even such an athletic dog her two-day trip. At the end of day one, If you’d like more information about Enter the rescue group of the Bel- would need help to cross Lake Michigan. Rio was tired, hungry, and a little fright- Belgian Malinois Rescue, please visit gian Malinois Club of America (ABMC). Time for another email to the Belgian ened…after all, she had been passed http://www.malinoisrescue.org/. For local Many dog clubs across the country have owners’ list, this one to call for help in along by several strangers in different all-breed rescue, go to http://anewlea- dedicated breed-specific rescue organiza- transporting a young girl on a long jour- cars during the day. The process is very shonliferescue.com/ , or call the Lakewood tions, and the AMBC is no exception. All ney. confusing for the dogs, and they find it Animal Shelter at (216) 529-5020. it took was one APB on the group’s email People who rescue animals don’t distribution list, and the rescue machine do it because they love answering email went into action. and managing complicated logistics. Nor In His Eyes The first step in rescue is to find a because it’s nice to hang around parking by Dave Skolyak foster home — even short-term —for lots near highways while you wait for the The last few days have been hard. the dog so that s/he can be taken into the dog to arrive and your leg of the relay to With the recent deaths of friends’ rel- system. Within two weeks, Rio moved to begin. Not even because all the time and atives and witnessing their grief, the Long Island, New York in the care of Jana, expense is volunteered and you get to buy heavy snowfalls that created icy roads, her temporary foster mom, while the your own gas. skid-outs, accidents, traffic jams, flar- ABMC coordinators looked for a longer- We rescue because of dogs like Rio, victims of circumstance who just want to ing tempers, snow bans, and parking

term foster parent. A home was located photo by Dave Skolyak lots filled with snow banks caused by on a farm near Ann Arbor, Michigan. go home and need our help. And because snow plows, and worse of all the need April, the new foster mom, prepared there is an unexpected perk: to see the for shoveling my driveway. Then the open the door and see him standing to welcome young Rio and provide her way strangers pull together to get some- city snow plows doing their job and there, I feel a sensitivity as he waits for the food, veterinary care, training, and thing done. Rio could be rescued, thanks blocking off the driveway just shoveled. me to enter, having no expectations of socialization she would need in order entirely to the willingness of people to Then there are the normal head- me other than to show him love, and to grow up to be someone’s great family extend themselves to help her, and con- aches faced every day: mortgage in return I know his heart is mine, his dog. sequently, the breed. People who rescue payments, doctor bills, utility bills, soul is mine, his spirit lives just for me. Fostering a dog is a serious commit- specific breeds of dogs tend to do so to concerns about my children, grocery He makes me feel there is no one more ment. While it is possible that the dog keep the dogs out of shelters and to make shopping, getting the laundry done, important than me, that no matter may find a home quickly, the older a dog sure that they are placed in the right house cleaning and maintenance, and what I am faced with I can overcome gets, the more likely s/he will be with the families for their temperaments and the list goes on and on. it. That nothing the world can throw at foster parent for some time before a “for- abilities. A Belgian Malinois is a high- Through all this one thing keeps me I can’t face and conquer. He eases ever home” is found. In the meantime, energy working dog: they do not do well entering my mind. Him! The time we my soul, he lifts my burdens, he eases will spend together, his eyes looking my tensions and he does all this with- deep into mine. As we sit side by side out saying one word. in the evening watching T.V., what will Though there have been many he be thinking? I can feel his breath loves in my life and still are, his is one against my face, his tongue against of the most special loves that can be A holistic & metaphysical playground my neck and ears, his body radiating had. He is my confidant, my source of metaphysical books goddess jewelry inspiration, my keeper of secrets and statues & candles magical herbs warmth. The quietness of his strength. essential oils witchy wear™ Though I consider myself manly dreams, my friend, my buddy, my pal. clothing workshops, drum circles & concerts gift certificates available in many regards, when I get home and He is my dog. gift registry available Mai Tanski-certified herbalist Changes Hair Salon Give the Gift of Magic Personalized Gift Baskets John-using Tuning Forks to relive stress by drawing your body into a 10% OFF First Visit centered space. Every Saturday, noon - 6 p.m. by mentioning this ad (216)221-8755 15729 Madison Avenue 16511 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood OH 44107 216.521.3220 Lakewood, Ohio 44107 Tuesday - Saturday, 11a.m. to 7p.m. hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10–6, Friday & Saturday 9–5 www.changeshairsalon.net

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Art Events

Gallery Watch Beck Center for the Arts 17801 Detroit Avenue 216.521.2540 by Ruth A. Koenigsmark For gallery hours, call the Beck Center. At bela dubby’s opening entitled gets closer, he notices the man is picking Annual Faculty Art Show in the Jean Bulicek Art Galleria. “Pieces” a few Saturdays ago, I caught things up from the sand and throwing Artwork on exhibit includes a variety of media such as ceramics, drawing, up with jewelry designer and propri- them into the water. At closer glace, he photography, watercolors, and oil painting and features the work of the follow- etor of Artifactual Creations, Chris sees the objects being tossed are starfish, ing accomplished artists – Nancy Cintron, Susan Gallagher, Mel Grunau, Susan Swieger, to talk about his new jewelry stranded on shore by the tide. Curious, Miranda, Patricia H. Sigmier, and Marilyn Szalay. The Beck Center welcomes visi- line. If you recall, I had the opportu- the first man asked, “What are you tors to tour this exciting exhibition through March 18. This exhibit is free and open nity to interview Chris last year at his doing?” “I am saving these starfish,” he to the public. Cleveland Artist’s Foundation 216.227.9484 Trash and Treasure Show at bela dubby. replied. “They won’t survive in the sun Inside the Beck Center. Chris sets all of his work in resin using until the tide returns.” Totally taken Gallery Talk on Wednesday, March 7, from 7pm-8pm in conjunction with the everyday items “straight from the junk aback by this statement, the first man “Visions of a City with Soul: Four Photographers in Cleveland” curated by Sharon drawer” and creates provocative art said, rather angrily, “What difference Dean and William Busta. Works from Arthur Gray, William Barnhill, Jasper Wood and jewelry. I asked Chris about his will it make? Don’t you realize how and Andrew Borowiec. Show runs through March 31, 2007. inspiration for the new line of jew- many thousands, perhaps millions, of bela dubby 13221 Madison Avenue 216.221.4479 elry with its whimsical starfish and starfish there are in the sea and that by March’s Featured Artist is Victoria Hollar. seahorses. He tells me that starfish throwing a few back will make abso- Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am – 10 pm, Friday and Saturday are able to grow back any limb they lutely no difference at all?” The second 10am-midnight. lose—and he finds this resilience an man said nothing but picked up yet Local Girl Gallery 16106 Detroit Avenue 216.228.1802 inspiration and a testament to the another starfish and threw it out into Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12-5pm, Friday and Saturday, 12-6pm. human condition. the waves. He hesitated for a moment, LET PET SOUNDS Friday, March 9th --A musical benefit for The Berea Animal His story reminds me of another then looked back the first man and Rescue featuring a rare solo performance by Jack Rugan, band leader for Saul Glen- that my father used to tell me. A man said, “I just made a difference for that non. Join us for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 7pm (BYOB). Performance at 8pm. walking along a beach catches sight of one.” This is the wonderful thing about Donation $5.00 with all proceeds going to the Berea Animal Rescue There will also another man acting strangely. As he art; it makes us think… be a drawing for door prizes, CALL TO ARTISTS Local Girl Gallery invites you to participate in our upcoming benefit to support the Cuyahoga County Board of Mental Retardation, “Think Spring”, April 27, 7-10pm. We will provide a 12”x12” canvas with hope that you will create a spring inspired piece of artwork using your choice of mediums. The completed works of art will then be auctioned off the night of the benefit. Canvases are available for pick up at the gallery beginning Saturday Professional Interior Painting February 24th during business hours. Entries are not limited to professional artists Free Estimates - we encourage all levels of artistic expression as well as children of all ages to help Special Winter Rates...No Job Too Small! out. . Deadline for entries is Saturday April 14th. Proudly Painting Lakewood Homes for Over 11 Years! For those of you interested in group motivation, Local Girl will have a “Think Spring” workshop open house on Saturday, March 24th from 12-6 pm. You can Michael McGuire 216-221-7033 exchange ideas with fellow participants and work on your canvas. Some materials will be available but feel free to bring in supplies to work with or share. Pop Shop Gallery and Studio 17020 Madison Avenue 216.227.8440 Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm. The next gallery opening is on Saturday, March 24 from 6pm-9pm entitled the “Rubberneck Show” featuring artists Jeff Hulligan, James Thomas, Julie Krof- check, Amber McElreath, Tobin Troyer and Pop Shop Owner, Richard Ciglar. The after party will be hosted at Mullens (located next to the Gallery). Wobblefoot Gallery and Frame Studio 1662 Mars Avenue216.226.2971 Hours: Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday 2pm-6pm.

Music Events

Merry Arts Pub & Grille, 15607 Detroit Ave 226-4080, JOIN US FOR Open-Mic Night—Every Thursday 10pm bela dubby: ST. PATRICK’S DAY - Saturday, 3/17 Argyle Denial - “Platonic Passion.” (Rock, Garage, Dance) ST. PATTY’S DAY Soft Spots - “Strange Sonic Beauty.” (Indie, Folk Rock, Others CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE The Lawton Brothers (Ex-member of Proletarian Art Threat, The Plastics) - “Music to drive Segways to.” SPECIALSSPECIALs Gallery Dance and Music news and event information should be forwarded to gal- MUSIC BY [email protected]. Every effort will be made to include it in our next column. PUNCH THE CLOWN 9:00 PM SUPPORT THE OPEN FOR LUNCH Mon-Fri At 11:30. Sat & Sun At Noon PIZZA THAT EATS NEW MENU Great Happy Hour Specials THE PAPER! 216.226.7482

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