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Porter Library Enjoying a summer sunset Westlake will hold used Enjoying a summer sunset furniture sale youth football by Elaine Willis reorganizes estlake Porter Public Library will by Jim Dispirito hold a used furni- W he football field in Westlake is ture sale on Monday, July 28, starting at 9 a.m. and changing. Do you have a child lasting until everything has Twho is interested in playing been sold. Items to be sold football, either tackle or flag? Then this include file cabinets, chairs, news article is for you. tables, a computer worksta- First and foremost, things have tion and typewriter tables. changed over the past year concerning Payment may be made by the youth football programs in West- cash, check or credit card, lake. The old Junior All-Star Football and all sales will be final. League has wrapped up after more Please call 440-871-2600 for than 40 years of service to the city of further information.  Westlake. In its place, the new Westlake Youth Football Association has been created. The Westlake Youth Football Asso- Bay Library ciation will serve as the place to go for all third- through sixth-graders who live in used book sale or go to school in the city of Westlake and July 26-29 want to play tackle football. These play- ers will be broken up into two divisions. The third-graders will play with by Linda Lamb the fourth-graders while the fifth- and ark your calendar Photo by Denny Wen d ell by Photo sixth-graders form the other division. for the upcom- A family views the setting sun from Cahoon Memorial Park in Bay Village. During the Both of these tackle divisions will now Ming summer used summer months, the parks along Lake Erie fill up a few minutes before sunset with play in the Little SWC. book sale at the Bay Village spectators hoping to catch a colorful scene as the sun disappears below the horizon. » See FOOTBALL page 4 branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library. The sale will run during regular library hours from Saturday Scent of family lures dog home morning, July 26, through 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29. by Nancy Brown said prayers to patron saints like St. Francis, The event is sponsored St. Christopher and St. Anthony to please by the Friends of Bay Village hen many Bay Village residents keep this little dog safe and bring him home. Library with proceeds from were preparing for and finalizing The city was plastered with flyers, email the sale supporting various WFourth of July festivities, family, blasts, social media and no sightings. The library activities. There is a friends and many with compassionate hearts dog’s bed and food were left out on the porch wide range of children, teen were pounding the pavement in search of a with the light on, and still nothing. and adult books as well as Bay Village beagle named Brutus. Rescue contacts encouraged the family Pullman Darcy by Photo Brutus the beagle DVDs, CDs, audio books and Brutus has storm and firework phobia to fan out efforts, resulting in a sighting in magazines. All have been cat- like many other animals and his family, the Westlake. A humane, large dog trap was sidered how search and rescue canines work egorized for easy shopping. Pullmans, and rescue volunteers knew that delivered to Westlake Police, but Brutus and suggested the family hang out laundry Tuesday is bag day when a time was of the essence since firework displays sightings were not consistent enough to set and create a scent trail home. bag full of books can be pur- were set to go off all around the area. Some the trap. Cue a clever beagle lover, who con- » See BRUTUS page 2 chased for $1. Bags are supplied by the Friends. Volunteers are needed to help with the book Finding a fine sale and other library events collectible sponsored by the Friends. Please contact the library at Doug Oltmanns of the 502 Cahoon Road or call 440- Westlake Historical Society 871-6392 if you are interested peruses a selection of in volunteering, becoming a vintage tools and toys at member of our Friends group the society’s 44th Antique, or have a question about the Vintage & Craft Show on upcoming book sale.  the grounds of the Clague House Museum on July 20. Pleasant temperatures drew out visitors to the annual fundraiser to view the booths of more than

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Pullman family caught up to him at His family was still out searching for from front page CELEBRATING BRUTUS an intersection and jumped out of the him – but luckily the neighbors spot- car, screaming “Brutus, we love you, ted him, alerted the Pullmans and the Community Powered News 5 YEARS of CITIZEN Brutus’s mom, Darcy Pullman, left come here.” biggest, best beagle reunion happened. Citizens participate JOURNALISM recently worn T-shirts and some pillow The glazed look in his eyes indi- His family could not believe it! He 661 in writing, editing, cases on the porch and took Brutus’s cated he did not know his family, and was skin and bone, smelled like wild- photographing and delivering this newspaper. absolute favorite, dirty socks, and shred- WINNER of the ded a pair and hung them on low lying Ohio School Boards Association bushes and some even higher to create a Media Honor Roll 2013 trail from home to the last known sight- for Excellence in Educational Reporting ing in Westlake along the tracks as a lure The Westlake | Bay Village Observer for that famous beagle nose. is a hyperlocal community newspaper Six brutal days and nights on the and website written by, for and about Westlake-Bay Village border, with a the residents of Westlake and Bay Village, providing perspectives and information couple of sightings just south of the about topics and events in our community. tracks, countless calls to police depart- The mission of the Westlake | Bay Village ments with updates and to make sure Observer is to inform, involve and energize the community through citizen participation no dogs had been reported hit by a car. of the 600+ community volunteers. The scarce sightings made the family The views and opinions expressed in this think their little dog would never come publication do not necessarily reflect the home and the family prepared for per- views and opinions of the Westlake | Bay Village Observer staff. manent heartache. Observer Guidelines

Then on July 5 when all the fire- Pullman Darcy by Photo Want to submit an article to the Observer? works and festivities were over, he came Brutus the wandering beagle is happy to be back home with his family We’d love to hear from you! Here are some out of hiding. He was spotted going and the neighbors who found him, pictured clockwise from bottom, guidelines to keep in mind when writing for Annabelle Pullman, Jacob Pullman, Peter Kraft and Sean Kraft. the Observer: eastbound then westbound on Detroit • Anyone who lives or works in Westlake or close to Columbia, then on Clague, and Bay Village is encouraged to contribute. in and out of King James at least twice. he disappeared into Clague Park, not to life, with paws bloody from running. • Aim for 300-500 word articles. He appeared very skinny, limping and be seen for another six hours. 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Don’t hesitate to come to us for advice or help with topics, content or the submission process. Staff contact information is listed below. dering strange streets looking for To join in, sign up through the Member What I think Brutus did on his 6-day adventure Center at wbvobserver.com/members to home. When he saw people they submit your stories, photos and events. by Annabelle Pullman, age 10 realized he was not in his bed and seemed scary so he kept running All content should be submitted through the walked around to figure out where till his paws hurt and he rested. Member Center, not by email. rutus took off at the sound he was. He was easily distracted by Day 6: He didn’t want to get up Letters to the editor (max. 300 words) may of thunder and got turned the wilderness animals to play chase but he had to get home. Cars honk- be sent to [email protected]. Please include full contact information. around in the rain. He ran, which made him tired. ing, chased by strangers again. Breacting to the noises, and finally Day 4: When he woke up he WAIT! Something smells familiar Production office hunkered down and fell asleep. went back to the creek for cool water this time. He had to turn around, 451 Queenswood Drive Day 2: Brutus woke up and went and searched for food. He got lucky he was on to something! His little Bay Village, Ohio 44140 440-409-0114 • Fax 440-409-0118 in search for food. He didn’t find – leftover snacks dropped by people. body hurt but his beagle nose got a food but he found some chipmunks Yummy bits of burger! Not easy with whiff! He made his way across town, Copyright ©2014 The Westlake | Bay Village Observer. All rights reserved. to chase! Next he found a creek for horns honking, bright lights, people careful to stay out of the way of cars, Any reproduction is forbidden without water to cool down and a shady spot yelling. So he ran. He found a nice and made it to the tracks and then written permission. to nap for the rest of the day. yard and curled up on a chair. on to home. Denny Wendell Day 3: When he woke up he Day 5: People! He took off, wan- It’s good to have a beagle nose!  Co-publisher, Community Advocate [email protected] Tara Wendell Co-publisher, Senior Editor [email protected] We are pleased to have Ray the Lamp Guy Laura Gonzalez Advertising Consultant Dr. Christopher Ryba 440-871-4389 [email protected] join our practice. 440-477-3556 Lamp Repair - Reasonable Rates QUESTIONS? Contact us: Offering exceptional care for “Let me brighten up your day” [email protected] or 440-409-0114 FLOOR LAMPS, TABLE LAMPS, Contributing Writers you and your family. DESK LAMPS, WALL SCONCES Denise Ayres, Jeff Bing Lifelong Bay resident • Retired school bus driver Debbie Bock, Nancy Brown Call us for an Jennifer Cirincione, Jim Dispirito appointment today. Sharon Fedor, Laura Geuther Dr. David J. 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ond-grade teams will both practice and play their games football from front page in Westlake at the Recreation Center fields. As always, one game will be under the lights at Clague Park. While Westlake will practice in Westlake, their tal- Volunteer coaches are needed for all teams and you ents will shine all over the Southwestern Conference, can register to coach when you register your child to play. just like their big brothers at the high school on Friday Registration for the flag football teams will run through nights. the Westlake Recreation Department. More information Part of the new Westlake Youth Football Association’s will be available on the Rec Department’s website and in model and plan is to team up with USA Football. All of the the Rec Gazette. As always, please remember that all of coaches will have concussion recognition certification these teams, tackle and flag, are open to all boys and girls and will have gone through some specialized training who want to play football. from USA Football. The teams created by the new WYFA Finally, for those pre-kindergarteners ages 4-6, you will be equal in size and level of competition. This is a are not to be left out. Coach Jim is back with his Pass N must as the Little SWC bylaws ensure all teams from all Catch classes on Saturday mornings. Children will learn cities practice fair and fun football. Registration is ongo- a new skill each week while reviewing the old ones on a ing at the WYFA website: www.westlakeyouthfootball.org. week-to-week basis. Each child will receive a jersey and Maybe tackling is not your cup of tea. Flag football small football. This is a parent/child class with coach returns to Westlake through the Westlake Recreation Jim leading the way. Classes run for 45 minutes for five Department. The third- and fourth-grade flag teams will Saturdays in a row. practice in Westlake, but will play all their games at a More information regarding all of these programs central field in North Olmsted against teams from North and more can be found at our website at www.cityof- Olmsted, Fairview Park and Bay Village. The rules and westlake.org/recreation/index.aspx or by stopping by field size are the same as the first- and second-graders the Recreation Center at 28955 Hilliard Blvd., calling us Westlake youth can play flag football through who have played in Westlake before. The first- and sec- at 440-808-5700 or by picking up our new Rec Gazette.  the Rec Department or join a new tackle league. family observations Westlake baseball camp a Conversations with summer tradition your teenager by Laura Gonzalez by RJ Johnson, pastor at Advent anything. I did discover some very hil Bova’s love of baseball and Westlake interesting things about gardening, passion for training young- and have a better appreciation of Psters on the fundamentals of n the way home from school how to design flower beds so different the sport was evident once again one day, my daughter said, things come into bloom at different at his 41st summer baseball camp, O“Why do people like to watch times.” which was held at the Westlake sports? I think sports are boring.” “So you like to garden now?” she Recreation Center and attended by An alarm rang in my head. She responded. “I never see you garden- a record-breaking 205 participants. just asked me to explain something. ing.” During the weeklong camp, This was an opportunity to have a real “I am still not much of a garden- campers received invaluable train- conversation. I had to be careful. It er,” I said, “But I can understand why ing and insight from high school, was like having a butterfly land on the she enjoys it.” college and professional level palm of my hand. If I tried to grasp “Hmm,” she said, then her phone coaches and staff, while learning tightly, I would crush this moment. beeped to let her know a text had just how to improve their individual If you have had teenagers, you know arrived. I knew that the moment for playing skills and become team M ills ave y D you cannot schedule opportunities for our conversation had just drifted players in a highly organized, posi- real conversations. They just land, last away. tive and fun-filled environment. b Ph oto a few moments, then fly away. One of the joys of relationships One of Phil’s mottos, which Campers practice sliding skills at the I asked for a little more informa- is that they open us to new ideas and is posted on a sign at each of his annual Phil Bova baseball camp in tion, and she told me that when her new ways of looking at the world. annual baseball camps, is “Enthusi- Westlake. friends talk about sports, she cannot This does not mean that we will asm is contagious. Be a take-charge relate. She does not like to watch always come to an agreement. It is player.” This saying captures the essence of Phil’s philosophy about baseball and about sports. unlikely that my daughter will ever life and has made a lasting impression on many of the camp’s past participants, who “Sometimes when we take time enjoy watching sports or that I will still recognize and practice this principle throughout their daily lives. to understand what someone else become an avid gardener, but when At the awards ceremony for this year’s camp, which was attended by more than finds interesting about a subject, we have conversations, we can find 500 people, Phil shared his energy and enthusiasm with the audience and expressed it can become interesting to us,” I a new appreciation for something we his gratitude to his wife, Donna, and to the many coaches, parents and campers who responded. did not understand.  made this year’s camp a huge success.  “You mean I should pretend to be interested? Isn’t that kind of like lying?” she asked. Great, I thought, my daughter Deadline extended for Help Wanted thinks I am telling her to lie. No parent Part time position available 20-30 hrs/wk. wants to teach their child to lie, but caring for active adults with developmental Mini-Rockette camp disabilities in our Bay Village group home. for a minister it’s doubly bad. After a Help with household tasks, meal prep moment of careful thought, I replied, and community outings. Evenings and “No, you are not pretending. You are by Heidi Langer T-shirt, crafts and games, two snacks overnight availability required. asking them to explain their interest and lunch, face painting and poms Call 440- 250-2773 to you. You may or may not think it is ime is running out to enroll for the performances. During the last or fax resume to 440-899-6219 or email [email protected]. interesting after you hear what they in this year’s Mini-Rockette hour of camp, the Mini-Rockettes will have to say, but at least you will under- Camp, conducted by the Bay perform the dances they learned at PLEASE PROOF READ FOR ACCURACY T Ad artwork ©2014 Westlake | Bay Village Observer, all rights reserved. stand what they find interesting.” High School Rockette team. The camp the camp. In addition, the Mini- Unauthorized copying, reproduction or alteration prohibited. “So what did you pretend to be will be held Saturday, Aug. 16, in the Rockettes will perform during the C&M Landscaping interested in when you met Mama?” Bay Middle School cafeteria, 27725 pre-game festivities for a Bay High Weekly lawn mowing starting at $30.00 she asked. Wolf Road, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The School football game at Bay High Sod and seed lawn installations Another alarm went off, this time camp is open to all children entering Stadium. Planting, mulching and edging much louder. Not only was I not com- first through eighth grade and the cost Interested individuals can find Fall clean ups municating clearly, there was no right of the camp is $60 per child. The reg- registration information at bit.ly/ Complete landscaping installations answer to this question. istration deadline is July 25. MiniRockettes or by contacting Call today for a free estimate I composed myself and said, “I The camp will include: dance Leanne Rohlke at 440-871-0768 or 440-781-3864 did not pretend to be interested in and flag skills, a special Rockette [email protected].  PLEASE PROOF READ FOR ACCURACY Ad artwork ©2014 Westlake | Bay Village Observer, all rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, reproduction or alteration prohibited. More stories, photos and events online at www.wbvobserver.com WESTLAKE | BAY VILLAGE OBSERVER • 22 JULY 2014 5 Bay’s community services director bids farewell by Debbie Bock and have especially benefitted from worrying how it looks to others. So let’s focus on the the wisdom of older adults. So many positive aspects of aging and develop an appreciation have a quote by Dr. Clarissa people presume that just because of the aging process and challenge the longstanding Pinkole Estes tacked to the someone is a senior citizen, they must view of aging as decline, but instead create hope and Ibulletin board in my office. be old-fashioned, feeble, and no longer empower action among older people. It says, “Ours is not the task of able to contribute to society. This is I will take fond memories and wisdom from Bay fixing the entire world at once, simply NOT TRUE! Village residents with me to Rocky River. I look forward but of stretching out to mend the If I could leave one last gift for to meeting and working with residents in that city. I have part of the world that is within our Bay Village, it would be to reduce the no doubt that they have just as much to teach me, as reach.” stigma of aging. Just like youth, older I have to offer them! Socrates stated that the secret of In the 10 years that I served as people are often misunderstood and change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the the Community Services Director undervalued by society. Ageism is old, but on building the new. I look forward to a new for the City of Bay Village, it was the tendency to discriminate against challenge in Rocky River, but will always cherish the an honor and privilege to serve older people. I believe this generation years I have spent in Bay Village!  residents, collaborate with com- of baby boomers can alter the tide of munity groups and work with a great team of employees negativity. Debbie Bock served her last day as director of Bay within the city. Bay Village is an extraordinary commu- As we age, we have the power and freedom to Village’s community services department on July 11, nity with residents who are generous with their dona- stop wasting valuable energy either seeking approval after accepting a position as head of Rocky River’s senior tion of time and money to help their neighbors. or proving how much better we are than others. We center. Mayor Sutherland appointed Ann Orin as the I have enjoyed getting to know so many residents become free to engage in life however we wish, without department’s interim director.

faith & spirituality laughter heal us? What is it about laugh- Ever been scolded in Church when online at www.unityspiritualcenter.com. ter? Have you ever thought it possible to you should have been ... well, not laughing? Enjoy the show and be amused by the come to church and laugh the whole time Come meet an expert at laughter, Dr. transformations Dr. Pam goes through A blueprint you were there? Ever hear of a spiritual Pamela Gerali, humorist, author, intui- wearing many masks before she reaches comedian? Do you think God has a sense tive healer and spiritual teacher. She’ll let empowered womanhood. Her personal of humor, or is He too busy chalking up you laugh, even make you laugh, maybe journey is wild, and wooly and wonder- for laughter our wrong doings? Have you read this cry, maybe even dance, or all three at the ful, and she shares the sacredness of it line: “If you want to make God laugh, tell same time. Give yourself the freedom to with us all. Dr. Gerali holds a master’s by Sharon Fedor Him your plan?” Aren’t your best buddies imagine what depths could bring you to degree in public health and a doctorate in life those who can help you to laugh laughing like a child who has no worries. in holistic health sciences. ave you ever laughed until at yourself? Giggle your way through Dr. Gerali’s In addition to the show, Dr. Gerali you’ve cried? Have you heard Laughter is personal. It is private, one-woman show, “Confessions of a Spir- will speak at Unity’s 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Hthe old saying, laughter is the yet it’s best done out loud. It makes us itually Promiscuous Woman,” on Sunday, services on Aug. 17. She will share spiritual best medicine? Has your doctor ever feel good, like when we laugh until we Aug. 17, at 1:30 p.m. at Unity Spiritual tidbits from her “Blueprint for the Human made you laugh or cry with their medi- cry, and then we often feel we’ve been Center, 23855 Detroit Road in Westlake. Spirit,” a way to live consciously and pur- cal diagnosis? Do you cry over something refreshed and lifted by those tears. A little Tickets are $15 for the Sunday afternoon posefully. All faiths are always welcome. one day, and the next day laugh about levity brings a lot of clarity into our world show and are available by calling Unity Remember to laugh out loud - it’s good it? Has a doctor ever told you jokes? Can and our struggles. Spiritual Center at 440-835-0400 or for the soul. 

West Shore Chamber of Commerce COMPLIMENTARY WORKSHOP EVENT West Shore announces Maximizing Your upcoming chamber events Social Security Benefits by Sharon Matthews contact Sharon Matthews at 440-835- 8787 or email sharon@westshorecham- Avoid mistakes that could cost you thousands of dollars annually Annual Golf Outing ber.org. The West Shore Chamber’s annual New Westshore Chamber Member Join us to learn about these important golf outing will be held on Thursday, Aug. 7, at Avon Oaks Country Club. Social Security issues: Shotgun start is at 1 p.m. This is a joint • Important factors to consider when applying for benefits. event with the Fairview Park Chamber • How to maximize benefits for you and your spouse, of Commerce. There are still openings • Divorced-spouse and survivor benefits. and sponsorships available. Cost of Passion for Change is a unique, $150 per person includes golf, cart, Westlake-based not-for-profit 501(c)(3), • Delayed Retirement Credits and how to use them. lunch and dinner. This event is open which serves as a catalyst in breaking the • How working can affect your benefits. to the public. Advance registration is stigma of mental illness by shedding light, By learning the facts you could potentially RECEIVE HUNDREDS OF required. challenging misperception and driving THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS MORE in lifetime benefits! New Teachers Luncheon change through research, advocacy and The annual luncheon welcoming education. Located at 28263 Center Ridge • July 31 LaCentre Conference & Banquet Facility our new teachers in Bay Village and West- Road, Suite E-12 in Westlake, PfC is cur- 25777 Detroit Road at SR 252 lake will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at rently conducting its “Communicators the Holiday Inn in Westlake. The event is for Mental Health” Greater Cleveland Workshop times offered: from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. State Representa- pilot project and welcomes volunteers. tive Nan Baker will be the guest speaker. For more information, check us out at 2:00 PM Registration - 2:30 PM Workshop Cost is $20 per member. Advance regis- www.passionforchange.org, or contact -and- tration is required. us at 216-496-3295 or mquill@passion- 6:00 PM Registration - 6:30 PM Workshop To register for these events, please forchange.org.  HOSTED BY SAVE THE DATE RSVP Nye Financial Group A Power of MORE! Business After Hours event. TODAY! Gemini Tower II Network with members of six area chambers. 800-762-0715 2001 Crocker Road Lake Erie Crushers game • Thursday, August 21 • 7 p.m. OR NyeGroup.com Westlake, OH 44145 SEATING IS LIMITED NO Cost - NO Obligation - NO products will be offered or sold. All Pro Freight Stadium, Avon • Tickets only $5 We do not provide specific legal or tax advice, nor promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please consult a tax and/or legal professional for guidance with your individual situation

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by Tara Wendell eorge Ryan of Bay Village is Point and to recount the history of the editor of a recently pub- training these young men to become here was no red carpet, so Safety Pup revealed his Glished book, “Braving the officers in the U.S. Merchant post-makeover look on the painted asphalt behind Wartime Seas.” The book is a tribute Marine. The reader will be taken Tthe Westlake police station. The Westlake Police to the cadets and graduates of the to the distant oceans of the world Department’s community outreach mascot strolled the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and often in the winter North Atlantic streets of Safety Town on July 11 in his first public appear- Cadet Corps who died during World where many ships were sunk and ance since undergoing a complete transformation. War II. off the East Coast and Gulf Coast of Gone is the beat-up, decades-old costume, replaced by The U. S. Merchant Marine the U.S. where other ships were sunk a state-of-the-art model. Thanks to a grant from the Lake- during World War II was the fourth and merchant mariners died. The wood Elks Lodge 1350 in Westlake, auxiliary officer Rick arm of national defense that bridged beginning of the book tells the story Grane was able to update the popular pooch. the oceans to provide armament, of the basic and advanced training In addition to Safety Town graduation ceremonies, fuel and logistic supplies to the at Kings Point, N.Y.; Pass Christian, Safety Pup appears in parades and special events to enter- allied navies and armies. The U.S. Merchant Marine Miss.; and San Mateo, Calif. tain young children while reinforcing safety rules and drug suffered tremendous losses; by percentages more As our nation remembers the 70th anniver- education.  merchant mariners died than those who served in sary of D-Day and the Normandy Invasion and the the U.S. Navy or Army. Many of those who died were sacrifices of many men in the military services, it is still students, Cadet-Midshipmen from the Mer- necessary to remember the men and women who chant Marine Academy, as well as recent graduates. delivered the goods to win the war. Their watery As a graduate of the Academy, George and graves are a testimony to their service to America. other graduates wanted to honor the short lives of The book is available from publisher Xlibris and men from the Merchant Marine Academy at Kings major book sellers.  Porter Library receives clean financial audit

by Elaine Willis Director Andrew Mangels. “So I am not at all sur- prised by this result.” estlake Porter Public Library has passed The library is required by the state to have its books its recent audit, which means auditors audited every other year. This year’s audit took place in Wfound no weaknesses or deficiencies in the late spring, and covered the years 2012 and 2013. library’s financial management and record-keeping. Julian and Grube Inc. performed audit proce- In addition, the library was found to be in compli- dures agreed upon by the board of trustees, library ance with the laws, regulations, contracts and other management and the state auditor. The procedures agreements it is required to meet. This continues the were conducted in accordance with the American library’s longstanding record of successful audits. Institute of Certified Public Accountants attestation “Our Finance Department works very hard to standards and the Comptroller General of the United make sure the library is a good steward of the funds States Government Auditing Standards. All records A spiffy new Safety Pup at Westlake’s Safety Town. entrusted to us by the community,” said Library were found to be in compliance with the standards. 

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by Laurie Henrichsen providing the best quality of life for our patients and leaving a positive legacy for ospice of the Western Reserve, a nonprofit future generations.” agency caring for more than 7,000 patients “We have worked hard to develop Hannually in the Northern Ohio region, became programs and practices that protect the first hospice in the United States to earn two national the environment and the health of our health care environmental awards from Practice Green- patients, staff and community,” added health, a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting Kathleen Gatto, director of support ser- environmental stewardship in the health care sector. vices, who heads up the agency’s green The agency’s Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake team. “It’s rewarding to see our efforts earned an “Emerald Award” while its David Simpson recognized on a national level.” Hospice House on Cleveland’s east side lakefront, built The Ames House’s Emerald award in 1995, received a “Partner for Change Award.” recognizes “health care facilities that have The awards were presented in Cleveland at achieved improvements in mercury elim- Photo by Denny Wen d ell by Photo CleanMed 2014, a leading national environmental ination, waste reduction, recycling and A chemical-free garden at Ames Family Hospice House. conference for health care sustainability. Other award source reduction programs ‘that go above winners include Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and beyond.’” Recipients are considered include the use of low VOC paint, carpet and furnish- the Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins. to be “further along the path to sustainability” and are ings, built-in recycling centers throughout the facility, “Hospice of the Western Reserve is committed deemed to “show leadership in the local community chemical-free lawns and gardens, a high-efficiency to sustainable practices and environmental steward- and in the health care sector.” climate control system zoned for patient comfort and ship – not only at our two in-patient care centers but Last year, the Ames House also achieved presti- water-efficient fixtures, which reduce water use by throughout the agency,” said Bill Finn, chief executive gious Gold LEED certification for its environmental 28 percent. When Ames Family Hospice House was officer. “Environmental stewardship, economic vital- building and sustainability practices from the U.S. built, more than 75 percent of construction debris was ity and social responsibility align with our mission of Green Building Council. Sustainability strategies diverted by repurposing or recycling.  Observer strip ad 61014 red.pdf 1 6/10/2014 5:09:03 PM

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More stories, photos and events online at www.wbvobserver.com WESTLAKE | BAY VILLAGE OBSERVER • 22 JULY 2014 7 sporting views the digital world Cavs owner Gilbert to Social media assists Decision 2 finally win crown ... by Tak Sato complementary worlds we live in. How else can you explain the cacophony of car horns, very morning since LeBron James sirens and other noises in downtown Cleve- as ‘court jester’ became a free agent on July 1, our son land starting shortly after James’ Instagram Easked my wife where “King James” posting? by Jeff Bing only when the contracts of other will go next. With a sigh of relief on her When James’ homecoming is discussed foolish choices run out”) Dolan. face that Friday afternoon of July 11 when by traditional news outlet stalwarts like “PBS o the King is back, huh? If nothing else, the depar- James revealed the answer to “Decision 2” NewsHour,” or when it comes up during a Unless we’re talking burg- ture of LeBron James to greener online, my non-geek wife commented on White House daily press briefing, we are Sers, or you spotted Elvis on pastures in Miami four years ago how powerful technology is and especially reminded of the boundless power of social Lolly the Trolley, I’m not all that revealed the competence level of how efficient social media is in dispersing media and how a small ripple, just a picture interested. Really. Dan Gilbert as owner of the Cavs. information. I wholeheartedly agree with with the phrase “I’m coming home,” can be The news that LeBron James Gilbert, by virtue of inheriting her and I see signs of my geekiness rubbing made into a tidal wave; in the digital world is returning to play basketball for LeBron when he bought the Cavs off on her! they call this phenomenon “going viral.” the Cleveland Cavs doesn’t have from Gordon Gund, rode the wave Social networking websites such as Twit- As for me I really liked when someone me terribly excited. No question of good fortune which accompa- ter, Facebook, Instagram and hundreds of tweeted “James just lifted a whole city by it’s a strange dynamic, because if nied having the best player in the others are community forums, equivalent to himself.” It was first the Republican National we had lured LeBron here from NBA. Gilbert was hailed by many the Times Square of the digital world, instead Committee choosing Cleveland for their 2016 Miami – and he had no prior con- as just the kind of owner the city of being just media outlets of the past. Why? convention and now LeBron James’ home- nection or history in Cleveland needed (ironically, the same was Because the participants of social media coming. Quick, someone tweet to the world: – I’d probably be leading the “Wel- said about Haslam, prior to the are also the creators of the information that “Wonderful things happening now – come come LeBron” parade down East Flying J mess). other people read and comment on. This see our Cleveland!” 9th, and be the first to plant a big Unfortunately, when LeBron interaction is also known simply as “social ______sloppy kiss on his cheek. As we all left, the true state of the franchise media” and is a big umbrella term. know, though, that’s not the case. revealed its ugly head in the form Sports Illustrated posted King James’ QUESTIONS ABOUT THE And, for your own edification, I of multiple coaching and person- heartfelt homecoming essay on their website DIGITAL WORLD don’t generally kiss basketball nel changes, and a flurry of poor at 12:13 p.m. on July 11 and LeBron followed I purchased an antivirus program players. draft picks, all of which have left it at 12:29 p.m. by posting to Instagram a for my computer years ago and renew it The manner in which he the Cavs in the same sorry state simple picture of himself wearing his No. every year. But recently I saw a competi- dumped on Cleveland four years of affairs it was before it drafted 23 Cavs jersey with the text “I’M COMING tor’s antivirus program on my computer, ago is never going to sit well with LeBron nearly a decade ago. HOME” flanked by a Cavs logo. This precise and I don’t remember installing it. What me. Maybe if LeBron does lead Gilbert is no idiot. Over the and meticulously orchestrated one-two do you think is going on here? the Cavs to a championship, I’ll last four years, he has watched the punch was all Team LeBron needed to light Assuming you don’t have other issues have a change of heart. After all, Cavs return to a level of futility up the digital world. It was immediately fol- that may point to bigger problems such as it is rather difficult to visualize me rivaled only by the teams of the lowed by Dan Gilbert tweeting “Welcome virus or malware infections, you probably sitting and sulking all alone in a Ted Stepien era, which is incred- Home @KingJames …” and fans, players, did install it through one of the numerous corner, while the rest of the city ible unto itself. So, Gilbert wisely coaches, owners and basically the whole program updates. Next time when a program goes bananas over an NBA title. claims he patched up his relation- world kept talking. A Google News search informs you of an update, take your time But for all the venom I harbor ship with LeBron simply for the of the phrase “I’m coming home” lists pages and see what the screen says before push- toward the best basketball player benefit of the people of Cleveland. of results of media outlets around the world ing the button. You may find that you have in the world, there’s one guy who’s Don’t believe it for a second. carrying the news, from Sydney Herald (Aus- to opt out from certain “partner” programs catapulted himself past LeBron Dan Gilbert is doing this so Cleve- tralia) to Manila Times (Philippines) and or they will be automatically installed. For (no easy task) on my seemingly land and the rest of the sports every continent in-between. example, for quite some time now Adobe ever-growing list of Cleveland no- world will finally stop laughing at There’s more to the power of social Acrobat Reader has employed tactics of goodniks. him. Without question, the return media. Although it starts in the digital world, opting in by default to install McAfee. And it If I gave you a hint and said it of LeBron will make the Cavs news crosses over to the real world and gets worse. I’ve seen some companies bury was the owner of a Cleveland pro a contender and they will once continues to propagate. Even if you don’t the ability to opt out from partner program sports franchise, you might still again be a dominant force in the partake in social media, chances are good installation unless you click on the custom have trouble thinning the herd, NBA, and Gilbert will be able to that you are going to receive this breaking installation option instead of the default based upon the track records shed the label of “Court Jester.” news through traditional media outlets, for installation option. of Jimmy (“I’ll run the Browns Just remember, Gilbert example on TV, since they participate in like I run my other businesses”) earned that title. This time social media. This news crossing the divide Have a question for Tak about computers, Haslam and Larry or Paul (“We’ll around, let’s not be too hasty in from digital to the real world, a second- software or other technology? 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bay Village branch library Upcoming programs at Bay Village Branch Library by Tara McGuinness a coffee and join us on the porch of the Thursday, July 31 (2 p.m.) Science their children ages 3-5 not yet in kinder- BAYarts Fuller House where a librarian Fun – Build a simple catapult and test garten are invited to join us for rhymes, e hope you’ve been enjoying will discuss and recommend books. your skills with a game of Storm the songs, fingerplays and stories. the lovely weather of summer Castle. Monday, Aug. 4 (7:30 p.m.) Moon Mondays and Tuesdays, July 28 and so far and have had the oppor- W Party – Members of the Cuyahoga Wednesday, Aug. 6 (2 p.m.) Book July 29 (9:30 a.m.) Toddler – Care- tunity to get some summer reading done. Astronomical Association, an amateur Jeopardy – Children in grades 2-3 givers and their children ages 19-35 The Cuyahoga County Public Library astronomy club, use their telescopes are invited to take turns reading a book months are invited to join us for rhymes, summer reading program – “Ready. Set. to show us the moon and any other aloud and then we’ll play a lively com- songs, fingerplays and stories. Read!” – is still going strong, and it’s not objects that may be visible in the night prehension game. too late to log those reading minutes Wednesdays, July 23 and July 30 sky. If you have your own telescope, before the Aug. 16 deadline. As usual, STORYTIMES: (7 p.m.); Friday, July 25 (9:30 a.m.) bring it along. we have some great programs coming Family Storytime – All ages of chil- Wednesdays, July 23 and July 30 up at the Bay branch. Check out our CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT dren with an adult caregiver are invited to (9:30 a.m.) Baby & Me – For caregiv- Moon Party on Aug. 4 or stop by one of join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. Thursday, July 24, (2 p.m.) Cook- ers and their children ages birth to 18 our weekly storytimes, before they go on ies and a Book – Children in grades months. Join us for rhymes, songs, fin- Please register to attend the programs hiatus for the month of August. 3-5 are invited to join us as we discuss gerplays and books. online at cuyahogalibrary.org, call us ALL AGES a book while enjoying cookies. Copies at 440-871-692, or stop in to the library Thursdays, July 24 and July 29 (11 of the book are available before the dis- at 502 Cahoon Road and register with a Monday, July 28 (9:30 a.m.) Book a.m.); Tuesdays, July 22 and July 29 cussion. librarian.  Chat at the Fuller House – Grab (7 p.m.) Preschool – Caregivers and

humor pedestrian crosswalks. While crosswalks can’t guar- antee everyone’s safety, offering legal right-of-way to compliant crossers make crosswalks the better Looking for signs option. Although deer don’t know what crosswalks are, along the way jaywalkers should. Why jaywalkers put themselves in harm’s way, while exasperating drivers who could bear a lifetime of guilt if an accident should occur, is by Kathy Luengo anyone’s guess. Have you ever seen jaywalkers push- lthough yellow, triangular signs depicting leaping ing a stroller or joined by small children on foot? It deer may have been less prevalent in Westlake or happens! Even “man’s best friends” trained as com- ABay Village 30 or 40 years ago than today, long- panion dogs can safely guide people across busy time and newer residents alike definitely know what intersections. they mean! Case in point: a Westlake resident recently Do the deer care? Not really. They’re too busy look- recalled a close encounter with a jaywalking duo ing for dinner! Courtesy of lush local landscape, deer when turning north onto Dover from Center Ridge. find Friday night feasts faster than do hungry Westshore Two mature male subjects cutting across the park- diners foraging for a dinner destination with less than ing lot of a corner business were on track to cross

a 40-minute wait! Dover just down from the intersection. The closer, ue n go How effective are these signs? By the time a buck quicker and taller of the pair stepped off the curb hy L at or two have been bopped and signs erected, survival- before double-checking for traffic in both directions. y K minded deer could be crossing elsewhere. Are enough With one foot in the street, he looked up and upon safety-minded motorists spotted pumping brakes and seeing the Westlaker’s vehicle approaching, hastily b Ph oto glancing side-to-side to warrant “jumping deer” signs? returned to the curb. As Subject No. 1 was stepping Even when a crosswalk isn’t pretty, it’s there for If so, good for those who do. For them, the signs are back, Subject No. 2, leaning on a walker equipped our protection, provided motorists and pedestrians working. with oxygen supply, first stepped onto Dover, then alike know and respect the rules of the road! With deer running rampant, the instance of road glanced up, unobstructed, and similarly scrambled casualties doesn’t appear to have dented their over- to reverse course. It’s true that in early spring, local drivers will cede all population as badly as it has Westshore residents’ Both subjects glared indignantly at the cautiously to lines of geese and their goslings waddling across cars. There’s a point where adding deer signs might not passing motorist who saw through the rearview mirror area streets, but that’s understandable. Geese don’t work as intended. Perhaps some of these signs could be that the car immediately behind stopped and deferred know better, and the fuzzy little goslings are so cute recycled to warn motorists of other creatures crossing: to the Dover-crossing duo, which subsequently forced to behold! jaywalkers. southbound traffic to a halt. Fortunately, this disruption Heads up, Westshore residents! Should communities We know where many sightings occur: not far from didn’t cause a fender-bender courtesy of a distracted start hosting “Adult Safety Town,” it could be a sign of the busy intersections with clearly marked and signaled driver. times! 

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senior living Seniors On Parade by Bruce Leigh IT’S A BRAVE iding bikes is all the rage now, but not everyone has the mobility and dexterity to balance a moving bike. Bad weather, puddles, pot holes, and Rdogs that chase anything moving are all in the minds of the good folks of the Knickerbocker Apartments in Bay Village. NEW WORLD So what to do? In our rec room there are several exercise bikes. With the summer here, a parade would be great. The upside is no sunburn, no bumpy sidewalks or distracting ice cream stores. Only shouts from the sidelines cheering the bikers on, resulting in hand waving, just like a real parade. Older folks are fun OF HEARING... folks ... and stationary bikes are great.

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n R e yn olds y M auree patients so they get the best fit and sound. When you combine the best products with b Ph oto Knickerbocker residents form a “parade” of stationary bikes. knowledgeable and friendly staff you have a winner. The winners at HearWright...well, they will make you hear right. Compeer connects with They did for me. – Don Webster Westlake community Cleveland TV personality

by Denise Ayres offers an enriching opportunity to help out the Friends of Porter Public he Compeer Program at Far Library in their volunteer work at the Come to a free West Center, located in West- “Book Nook” resale shop. Compeer Tlake, is a nonprofit program volunteers, members and staff lend a that strives to end the loneliness and hand with sorting, shelving and cus- WRIGHT isolation too often experienced by tomer service at the Book Nook several HEAR adults managing a chronic mental ill- times each month. This opportunity ness. The symptoms of mental illness connects Compeer members to WPPL OpEn HOusE are treatable with medication and resources, meaningful activities and most symptoms subside with health warm, welcoming people in our com- management services. munity. August 4 through August 8 Some adults in recovery from Compeer and Westlake share a mental illness become isolated belief that the best ways to social- from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. because they have lost connections ize are to have fun! We have com- with the peers in their age groups munity game nights at WPPL which 26032 Detroit Road, Suite 7 and also may have developed anxi- include group interactive “Fun Fact ety or depression. The volunteers in Jeopardy” games. We will be enjoy- (440) 808-9870 the Compeer Program work along ing the tastes of summer ice cream with staff to encourage these isolated at Friendly’s in August. Compeer * FREE hearing screenings adults to come out and go to com- plans to join Westlake in sharing the munity places and engage in com- music in the summer air at two of the * FREE digital hearing munity activities. Compeer is helping many community outdoor concerts aid demonstrations adults connect with inviting places being offered, “Arrival” at Westlake and engaging activities throughout Recreation Center and “Qwik Sil-Ver” * FREE cleaning of all Westlake. at Crocker Park. As if all the fun of hearing aids Twice each month Compeer guessing, tasting and dancing weren’t volunteers, members and staff get enough Compeer will celebrate at * FREE Otolab-Moisture together to engage in fun social activi- our annual summer picnic at Bradley Allison Hearn ties with residents of assisted living Woods on Aug. 22. and wax removal from Doctor of Audiology facilities. One Tuesday evening each Westlake offers many invit- your hearing aids Westlake Office month Compeer goes to the Gardens ing ways for Compeer volunteers to at Westlake on Detroit Road to share encourage isolated adults to come games, stories and laughter with the out, join in, and connect to the com- members of their “Residents Club.” On munity. We need more adult volun- one Wednesday evening each month teers to offer friendship to adults in we visit our friends at the Lutheran recovery from mental illness. Com- Home at Concord Reserve on Dover peer volunteering is flexible and fits Center Road to enjoy friendly chal- any busy schedule. Please consider lenges in Scrabble, Rummy, trivia, and getting involved in our rewarding other games. Everyone involved ben- social program that runs on human 1-800-640-9107 efits from these special connections kindness. Call Compeer at 440-835- of friendship. 6212, ext. 242, and get connected!  www.hearwright.com Westlake Porter Public Library

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Let’s Sing and Dance! – Sing and ments that are sure to include a few big Westlake porter Public Library move to the music with Miss Nancy! For bangs! Grades 6-12. Please register start- children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please ing July 23. Upcoming events arrive early to receive a ticket at the Pre- Wednesday, July 30 (7-8 p.m.) Come school Desk. Sail Away – Come sail away with us as Wednesday, July 30 (1-7 p.m.) – Amer- you design, decorate and race your own at Westlake Porter Public Library ican Red Cross Bloodmobile origami boat! Ages 8-10. Registration begins July 23. by Elaine Willis able resources and where to find them. Wednesday, July 30 (4-5:30 p.m.) Bow Sci- Bring along names and dates for hands-on Wow! Read to Uncle Chow Chow! Thursday, July 31 (10 a.m.-noon) Wednesday, July 23 (10:15 and 11 a.m.) ence Experiments and Egg Drop – research. Please register. – Stop by the Youth Services Department Let’s Sing and Dance! – Sing and each Wednesday and sign your child up Check out our drop-in experiment stations move to the music with Miss Nancy! For Saturday, July 26 (3-5 p.m.) Mad 4 for a 10-minute reading time with Uncle for some hands-on excitement! Kids will Each month we watch a differ- children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Please Manga – Chow Chow, our reading dog! Bring your also get a chance to participate in an egg ent Anime series and talk about our favor- arrive early to receive a ticket at the Pre- own book or choose one of ours. Registra- drop. If their egg survives, they may get a ite Manga. Sometimes we even throw in school Desk. tion begins each Wednesday at 3 p.m. prize! All ages welcome! While supplies last! some crafts, Manga drawing, or Japanese Wednesday, July 23 (2 p.m.) Wednes- To register for any of the programs, treats! Grades 7-12 only. Wednesday, July 30 (3-4 p.m.) day Afternoon Book Discussion Explosive Science – Celebrate Sci- please call 440-871-2600 or visit signup. – The July selection is “And the Mountains Saturday, July 26 (2-4:15 p.m.) and ence Week with some insanely fun experi- westlakelibrary.org:8080.  Echoed” by Khaled Hosseini. Sunday, July 27 (2-4:30 p.m.) Summer Wednesday, July 23 (3-4:30 p.m.) Movie Weekend – Please join us for a Giant Games – Looking for something movie duo: to do? Stop by with your friends for an Saturday: The Academy Award-nominat- afternoon of GIANT GAMES! We’ve super- ed film about the author of Mary Poppins sized Jenga, Dominos, Chinese Checkers, and Walt Disney. Stars Tom Hanks and and more of your favorite games for even Emma Thompson. Rated PG-13. more fun! We’ll also have video games and Sunday: The classic movie about a magi- snacks. cal nanny starring Julie Andrews and Dick Wednesday, July 23 (4-5:30 p.m.) Van Dyke. Bow Wow! Read to Uncle Chow Please register for both movies. Chow! – Stop by the Youth Services Monday, July 28 (6-8 p.m.) Friends’

Department each Wednesday and sign y J e nn i f er C iri n cio Annual Ice Cream Social – Join the your child up for a 10-minute reading time Friends of Porter Public Library for ice with Uncle Chow Chow, our reading dog! cream sundaes and family fun! b Ph oto Bring your own book or choose one of Andrew, Tina and Katie Cirincione enjoy $1 ice cream sundaes at last ours. Registration begins each Wednesday Tuesday, July 29 (10 a.m.-noon) year’s Friends of Westlake Porter Public Library ice cream social. This at 3 p.m. Career Transition Center: Set- year’s social is July 28. ting Up a LinkedIn Profile – Linke- Friday, July 25 (10 a.m.-noon) Por- dIn offers many perks for users, particu- ter’s Fiber Fanatics – A time for larly job seekers and entrepreneurs. Learn Porter Library ice cream social July 28 needlecrafters to share, solve problems, how to set up a great profile which you and show off. can use to meet people who can assist by Jennifer Cirincione donates. This is a great time to stock up Friday, July 25 (10:30-11:30 a.m.) iPad your search and to find companies that on summer reading and to get a deal on Users Group – Learn and share basic are hiring. You will leave with your profile riends of Westlake Porter Public used library books and media. tips with other iPad users. Please bring draft. Bring a resume to view and a flash Library invites you to their Also shop all day at Portables Gift your iPad with you. Registration required. drive with your resume on it in Word to cut Fannual Ice Cream Social, to be Shop’s sidewalk sale. The gift shop is run Friday, July 25 (2-4 p.m.) Movies @ and paste from. Sign up early by calling held on Monday, July 28, from 6-8 p.m. by Friends, staffed by volunteers and all Your Library! – Join us for fabulous Cynthia at 216-367-3011 to reserve your at the library, 27333 Center Ridge Road. proceeds go to the library. Friday afternoon flicks! Based on avail- spot. Only 12 seats at computers – others Mitchell’s ice cream sundaes will be Sundaes will be served from a tent ability; movie titles may change without can bring in their own computer. sold for $1 and plenty of entertainment in the parking lot from 6-8 p.m. Popu- will be on hand! lar flavors include vanilla, chocolate, notice. In accordance with library policy, Tuesday, July 29 (2:30-3:30 p.m.) Come see The Big Daddies Band, cookie dough and, special to the library, children who are under age 9 must be Puzzling Plastics – Learn about the Balloon Dave, and take your turn on Porter Peppermint Patty! Friends of accompanied by an adult. Registration characteristics of plastics, then have fun a hole of our mini golf. Check out the WPPL subsidizes the cost of the sun- begins one week before each session. creating shrinking plastic crafts out of silent auction, with items including daes so the public pays only $1. Saturday, July 26 (2-4 p.m.) Carry- plastic carry-out containers. Presented by dance lessons, baking supplies, and Make sure the kids take a turn at out Crafts – Stop by the Youth Ser- Kathleen Rocco of the Cuyahoga County Disney World passes. Bidding is now the Cakewalk – a 50-cent round might vices Department to see what each day’s Solid Waste District. Grades 2-5. Registra- available in the library lobby and closes win you one of our 60+ cookie and cake featured craft is! Tables will be set up with tion begins July 22. at 7:45 p.m. on July 28. choices! all of the supplies needed. Tuesday, July 29 (6-8 p.m.) CD Replay New this year will be thousands of Friends of WPPL looks forward to Saturday, July 26 (10:30 a.m.-noon) – Drop in the Youth Services department half-priced books, movies and more at your attendance at this fun, annual Beginning Genealogy Research and make some cool crafts from recycled the Book Nook, a used book room run community event! Parking is available from Home – Learn how to research CDs! All ages. by Friends that sells the library’s dis- at the library and across the street at the your family history, including the avail- Wednesday, July 30 (10:15 and 11 a.m.) card books, and books that the public post office. Happy summer! 

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housands of visitors estlake Porter Public from across the region Library will celebrate enjoyed beautiful the 75th anniversary T W weather and a serene setting of the birth of Batman with a day as they browsed more than 200 of programming for all ages on artist and craft booths nestled Wednesday, July 23. The library has among the trees on the St. timed the event to coincide with DC John Medical Center campus Comic’s Batman Day. DC Comics is July 11-13. Now in its 21st year, the publisher of the Batman comic the festival is a popular mid- books. summer highlight.  The day-long festivities include a Batman Scavenger Hunt open to the first 25 people through the library’s doors, the opportunity to draw some- thing and have it posted to the “Bat- wall,” a Batman trivia game, and a Batman coloring packet. Scavenger Hunt and Trivia participants will have their names entered in a raffle upon completion of either. For more information please call 440-871-2600 or visit the library’s website at www.westlake- library.org.  Golf outing to support foster care youth by Laura Geuther

n Sept. 11, Fill This House will host a golf outing at OElyria Country Club, with all proceeds going to help kids in need. The outing kicks off with a box lunch and shotgun start at noon. Drinks will be available on the course and a barbeque dinner will be served. The cost is $600 per foursome. It promises to be a fun-filled day and we hope to see you there! Based in Bay Village, Fill This House is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the living conditions of local youth aging out of the foster care system. Too frequently their foster families release teens in foster care when they turn 18 with little or no adult support. By provid- MOONDANCEPARTY OF THE YEAR ing household items for transitioning Saturday September 13, 2014 6 - 10 pm youth in independent housing, Fill This House is able to deliver support, Tickets Go On Sale August 1 2014 HonoreeS: comfort, and provide a fresh start to Brian & Gretchen Colleran these very deserving young people. at www.BAYarts.net The need is increasing! In 2013 FTH $100 until Sept 1 Food from 10 of your favorite served 65 former fosters and project $120 beginning Sept 2 local eateries, to serve 100 in 2014. $135 day of the event Open Bars Your support and generosity is tickets not Sold at the door music by Joe bell & the greatly needed and so much appreci- Swing Lizards ated. Please consider a financial con- tribution, hosting an “item shower” to made poSSIbLe by our partnerS: aLSo SponSored by: fill our needs list (posted on our web- Great Lakes brewery site), or doing a collection drive at your euro Fine Wines 28795 Lake Road place of business or group you are Hinkley Lighting Cleveland metroparks involved with. See www.fillthishouse. Huntington reservation aldridge Group bay Village, ohio 44140 org for further information and the Catan Fashions 440-871-6543 golf outing registration form. We also First Federal Of Lakewood BAYarts.net welcome new volunteers! Please call 216-633-2448 if you are interested. 

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