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Continuing A Relentless Focus On Growth, Safety And Service Summers Seeks Re-Election As Mayor by Timothy Laskey include the schools construc- on the following items: During the past five tion. 1) Customer-driven years, Lakewood has become a The city has significantly governing: The city has a cus- desired destination for Millen- improved infrastructure, tomer-focused work culture nials and empty-nesters alike including parks, streets, bike that believes in continuous — and everyone in between. infrastructure and sidewalks. improvement. Property owners have spent Lakewood is in the best 2) Doing more with less: $10 million in each of the financial shape we’ve been The city has invested in our past two years fixing up their in years, as measured by our processes and leveraged tech- homes and buildings. robust financial reserves. The nology to deliver more service There’s been more than public safety forces remains with fewer resources. $100 million in commercial solid, focused, well led and 3) Commercial develop- Mayor Summers listening to the concerns of Lakewood residents. development investments well equipped. ment: The city features more since 2011 — that doesn’t even Was this all by accident vibrant commercial corridors or the strategic design of solid providing local entertain- leadership? ment options and amenities to LCA To Serve As Grand Marshal “I stand behind my support everyday life and life- record, knowing confidently styles. that Lakewood is a better place 4) Housing: The Sum- Of Fourth Of July Parade than it was before I took office,” mers administration has by Melissa Garrett solidated Catholic school, “The Fourth of July said Mayor Michael Summers, focused relentlessly on hous- Lakewood Mayor Mike joining together 3 existing community celebration is a who recently announced that ing and its maintenance and Summers announced that Lakewood parish schools: wonderful opportunity to he’s running for a second term improvement. Lakewood Catholic Acad- Saint Clement, Saint James, highlight Lakewood Catho- as Lakewood’s mayor. 5) Public safety: Under emy will serve as the Grand and Saint Luke. In 2010, the lic Academy’s outstanding “However, there is more Summers’ leadership, the city Marshal for the City’s Fourth newly-merged Transfigura- achievements and hard good work to be done.” has improved enforcement of July parade. The parade tion parish was added when work,” said Mayor Mike Summers said that during strategies — from an increase is scheduled to step off on the church’s affiliated ele- Summers. “The founders of the past five years, he’s focused continued on page 23 Saturday, July 4, 2015 at 10 mentary school, Saint Cyril LCA recognized that times a.m. on Lake Avenue at Ken- and Methodius, was faced were changing and enroll- neth Drive and conclude at with closing. Today, LCA ments were declining. They Lakewood Park. has an enrollment of over decided to be proactive to Lakewood Catholic 550 students in their Early secure their future. Ten years Academy (LCA) is celebrat- Childhood Program through later, we are celebrating that ing its 10th Anniversary. LCA grade 8. They have invested decision and the successful was founded on July 1, approximately $1.7 million in partnership that developed 2005 and opened its doors campus improvement since as a result of this forward- in August 2005 as a con- 2005. continued on page 7 Hats Off To LHS Class Of 2015! by Christine Gordillo Bring your lawn chairs and picnic baskets and enjoy a Front Porch Concert this summer! The traditional graduates’ hat toss celebrated the commencement of 365 members of Lakewood High’s Class of 2015 following their march across the Civic Auditorium stage to receive their diplo- mas on June 14. Congratulations and best wishes, graduates! LakewoodAlive’s Free Front Porch Concert Series Kicks Off July 3 by Ken Brand from a wide variety of genres. Join friends, family and 7.03.15 – Carlos Jones and your neighbors on the front the P.L.U.S. Band porch of the Lakewood Public 7.10.15 – Drumplay Library Main Branch (15425 7.17.15 – The First Five Detroit Avenue) every Fri- 7.24.15 – Vance Music Stu- day at 7 p.m. this summer dios- Student Rock Bands from July 3-September 11 for 7.31.15 – The Admirables FREE concerts. This 11-week 8.07.15 – The Clifton Beat line-up, developed with Chris 8.14.15 – Vance Music Stu- Vance of Vance Music Studios, dios- Student Rock Bands and in cooperation with the 8.21.15 – Bobby Selvaggio Lakewood Public Library and and The No Words Quintet LakewoodAlive, will appeal to nearly everyone, with music continued on page 18 Page 2 The Lakewood Observer Volume 11, Issue 13 June 23, 2015

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City News Council Talks Active Living The City Hall Auditorium was by Christopher Bindel asked Council to consider passing a not quite as full for the June 15, 2015 resolution showing the City’s support Council Meeting, but there were still living providers including public In closing, Mr. Foran said that for the renewal of the County ciga- substantially more people than are institutions, non-profits, and private they are finalizing their report and rette tax that helps support arts and typically present. There were a smat- operators. They also had face-to-face final recommendations, which will be culture programming in the county. tering of people wearing red, the color conversations with the leadership of delivered to Council later this sum- County voters originally approved of the Save Lakewood Hospital group, the Lakewood YMCA, Recreation mer. He said they could expect that all the tax in 2006 and since 2008 the including those wearing newly made Department, and the City, as well as their recommendations will include funds have invested $125 million into Save Lakewood Hospital shirts. many other active living originators target populations, suggested time more than 300 organizations, mak- Council President and Ward IV such as bowling alleys, bike shops, frame, suggested priority, principal ing Cuyahoga County one of the top Councilwoman Mary Louise Madi- running clubs, etc. Through this implementation organizations that public funders of arts and culture in gan called the meeting to order at work they were able to gain an under- should be considered, potential part- the nation. The funds have a large 7:32 P.M. The first order of business standing of current programing, ners and collaborators, estimated cost, impact across the county investing was to excuse the absence of Council- origination structure, participation, and potential funding sources. in organizations like the Cleveland man David Anderson (Ward I), which major barriers, funding, and partner- Councilman Shawn Juris (Ward Orchestra and programs like their Council did excuse. ships between these groups. They also III) said that there has been discussion “At Home in Lakewood” performance Next, Councilwoman Madigan collected ideas from these providers to of the City doing a similar coverage series. Several Lakewood organiza- introduced an item that had inadver- consider in the future. The Task Force study for City facilities to discover pos- tions such as the Beck Center for the tently been left off the docket as an also reviewed several of the City’s sible overlaps or deficits, particularly Arts, Lakewood Historical Society, add-on item. She also asked to move planning documents for background in buildings. He asked if Mr. Foran Lakewood Public Library, Lakewoo- it to the top of the agenda, and with and input, including the Lakewood could report out on whether they had dAlive, and many others also receive no objection from her colleagues, Community Vision, the Parks Strate- any recommendations regarding the support directly from these funds. she did. The item was with regard to gic Plan, the Birdtown Action Plan, building stock for recreational activi- This November the public will a report from the Active Living and and the School Board’s commu- ties. Mr. Foran responded that there be asked to consider renewing the Recreation Task Force. In March of nity survey regarding recreation and are still a number of recommenda- tax. Councilwoman Madigan asked 2014 Council commissioned a task education. Lastly, they surveyed 10 tions going around about the way to that they show their support and force that would study the current communities from around the coun- use certain existing facilities that they leadership by passing the supporting state of recreation offerings in the City try seeking innovations that could have not yet finalized. In particular, resolution. and make recommendations for the possibly be applied to Lakewood. these facilities could be helpful for Councilman Juris said that con- future. Councilwoman Madigan told Upon collecting this data, the finding ways to make it possible for sidering it is a county issue and that her colleagues that it will be impor- Active Living Task Force used it to people to remain active year round. it will be put before the voters, he tant for them to consider the Task develop goals for what active living He also commented that he had heard had not put any thought into how to Force’s findings as they move toward in Lakewood could be. The goals they rumors of the possibility of a recre- respond to it in Council. Having not the strategic decisions of the 2016 will used to develop a framework for ation center being considered, but that smoked in years he said it does not budget process. recommendations to the City as well he did not think such a facility was affect him personally, but he likes to The Task Force, led by Chairman as action items that align with the necessary. He believes that the current think taxes should be fair. He said he Jay Foran was present to give a prelim- mission of the Task Force. They came facilities available are sufficient. does not dispute the need to support inary report with the full report due up with five goals, which are as fol- Councilman Ryan Nowlin (At- arts and culture, nor does he dispute later in the summer. lows: Large) then asked Mr. Foran if there the health risks of cigarettes. How- Mr. Foran began by saying that Effective communication and was any discussion of the City taking ever, he does not agree with taxing a all the members of the task force have comprehensive education outreach, over any of the responsibilities that specific group of people to support been quite busy racking up over 450 Collaboration as a practice stan- currently fall under the Recreation something like arts and culture. Not volunteer hours so far, which included dard between public entities and Department. Mr. Foran said that at knowing he would be faced with a field work, discovery, analysis, and private sector the onset of the Task Force there was county issue on Council, he never assembly of recommendations. The All major investment purchases some discussion of that. However, asked any of his constituents what mission of the Task Force is, “that all and operations should include active he said that their discussion of this they think on the issue. Therefore, he individuals that live, work, and play living in their decision. topic was in response to early rumors said, he will have to vote for himself, in Lakewood take part in an active Infrastructure, facilities, and that the Task Force was created with and in that case, he would not support life style with appropriate access to programs are expanded or renovated the purpose of the City taking over the resolution. high quality recreational services and to ensure that active living becomes a the Recreation Department. He said Council passed the resolution 5-1 experiences.” They want to be inclu- part of the Lakewood identity. that it did not take long for them to with Councilman Nowlin abstaining sive of active living providers as well Ensure sufficient capacity and realize that the City taking over that due to a conflict of interest. as of consumers and insurers. access for all providers and users to be responsibility was not a legitimate Councilman Tom Bullock (At- To start their process off, the Task fully engaged. opportunity. Instead they should be Large) then read a statement about Force developed a survey for active focusing on how to improve the opera- bike infrastructure implementation ELECT tions of all active living providers and for Lakewood. 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City News New Study Begins At Waste Water Treatment Plant by Colin McEwen separates solids out of high volumes of City of Lakewood officials are water and settles them quickly into a looking to increase capacity at the sludge that can be properly disposed of. Lakewood wastewater treatment facil- If the pilot study is successful at ity to treat a higher volume of flows cleaning Lakewood’s wet weather flows during rain events. to meet permit requirements, the sys- Lakewood’s combined sewers are tem may be phased into the treatment designed to take all wastewater to the plant in the next five years. treatment plant, which can process a “Our goal is to decrease overflows maximum hydraulic volume of 40 mil- that occur into the river and lake,” said lion gallons per day. However, during William Crute, division manager of storms, the volume of rainwater entering the Lakewood Waste Water Treatment the combined sewer system can exceed Plant. “This may be the most cost effec- both the capacity of the combined sewers tive solution, as we look to stretch our and the treatment plant, leading to over- treatment dollars while dramatically flows into Lake Erie and Rocky River. reducing pollution levels and achieving Working to protect the city’s water A new study will be evaluating the need for increasing the capacity of the City’s better water quality.” resources, Lakewood has implemented wastewater treatment plant This pilot study is in a self-con- a pilot study of a high-rate treatment exceed treatment plant capacities. The charged to the river and lake. tained trailer that will be stationed on system. The high-rate system would high-rate system would reduce the The City of Lakewood selected treatment plant grounds during the be activated during storms when flows quantity of untreated water being dis- Veolia’s Actiflo, with technology that month of June for testing. City Of Lakewood Seeks Members For New ‘Clean Water Lakewood’ Advisory Group by Colin McEwen to improve the city’s stormwater manage- Lakewood to help transform water infra- The city of Lakewood is working on ment and reduce wastewater overflows structure in Lakewood. The resident a multi-year, multi-million-dollar plan to into the Rocky River and Lake Erie. group will focus on facilitating best-prac- continue the city’s progress under the 1972 For some guidance in the process, tice solutions for wastewater overflows. Clean Water Act. The Ohio EPA approved the city is looking to establish a volun- Lakewood’s combined sewers are a permit last year that will enable the city teer-driven working group Clean Water designed to take all wastewater to the treatment plant, which can process more than 30 million gallons per day. Mayor Breaks Ground On However, during storms, the volume of rainwater entering the combined sewer McKinley Place Development system can exceed both the capacity of “We hope to receive some guid- by Colin McEwen the combined sewers and the treatment ance from our community’s strong Mayor Michael Summers recently plant. The new agreement includes and diverse group of residents, busi- broke ground on the McKinley Place plans for sewer separation projects and ness owners and thought leaders in development, with representatives wastewater treatment investments. Lakewood.” from Liberty Development and the “No one more than the city of Anyone interested in participating Lakewood City Schools. Lakewood desires to do our part to in the Clean Water Lakewood working Lakewood City Council approved improve the cleanliness of our local water- group is encouraged to call the mayor’s the $500,000 sale of the former McKin- shed, especially our wonderful Lake Erie,” office at 216-529-6093. The first meet- ley School to Liberty Development said Lakewood Mayor Michael Summers. ing is slated to take place July 16. earlier this year. property from the Lakewood Board of The $12 million project includes Education in October 2013. building 40, for-sale residential units “This approval represents a culmi- on the 2.8-acre property. nation of an important collaborative 2015 Summer Road Closures In early February, both the city’s partnership between the city, the Board by Colin McEwen Edwards Avenue, from Clifton to Planning Commission and the Archi- of Education and Liberty Develop- It’s orange barrel season again. The Lake avenues tectural Board of Review approved the ment,” said Mayor Michael Summers. city of Lakewood has several road closures Garfield Avenue, from Warren to plans after months of public hearings. “This is will be a wonderful addition to planned for the Summer 2015. Follow this Lincoln avenues The city of Lakewood purchased the our community.” link http://arcg.is/1wHjkpn to view the Kenneth Avenue, from Lake to interactive map. And, remember: Drive North Terminus avenues safely through construction zones. Maile Avenue, from Detroit to 刀攀ⴀ䔀氀攀挀琀䨀甀搀最攀 Here are the planned resurfacing Riverside avenues projects around the city this summer: Ogontz Avenue, from Fischer to 倀愀琀爀椀挀欀䌀愀爀爀漀氀氀 Coutant Avenue, from Franklin to North Terminus Detroit avenues Owego Avenue, from Detroit to Lark Street, from Madison Avenue Maile avenues 䌀漀渀猀椀猀琀攀渀琀 to Plover Street Rockway Avenue, from Detroit to Thrush Street, from Halstead to Franklin avenues 䌀漀洀洀椀琀洀攀渀琀 Magee streets Sloane Subway, from Sloane to Arthur Avenue, from Madison to Lake avenues 琀漀琀栀攀 Hilliard avenues St. Charles Avenue, from Madison Carabel Avenue, from Hilliard to to Franklin 䌀漀洀洀甀渀椀琀礀 Lakewood Heights Blvd South Marginal, from McKinley 圀攀戀猀椀琀攀㨀䌀愀爀爀漀氀氀昀漀爀昀漀爀樀甀搀最攀⸀挀漀洀 Cliffdale Avenue, from Lake to to Woodward avenues Edgewater avenues Check out the interactive map 䰀椀欀攀甀猀漀渀䘀愀挀攀戀漀漀欀 Cranford Avenue, from Clifton to (http://arcg.is/1wHjkpn) for addi- 倀愀椀搀昀漀爀戀礀 Lake avenues tional construction projects around 倀愀琀爀椀挀欀䌀愀爀爀漀氀氀昀爀漀䨀甀搀最攀䌀漀洀洀椀琀琀攀攀Ⰰ 匀甀猀愀渀圀愀最渀攀爀Ⰰ 吀爀攀愀猀甀爀攀爀Ⰰ ㄀㌀㔀㐀圀攀猀琀氀愀欀攀䄀瘀攀渀甀攀䰀愀欀攀眀漀漀搀Ⰰ 伀栀椀漀㐀㐀㄀㘀 Edgewater Avenue, from W. 117th Lakewood, including several water/ 䰀愀欀攀眀漀漀搀䴀甀渀椀挀椀瀀愀氀䌀漀甀爀琀 Street to Cove Avenue sewer projects.

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City News The Judge’s Bench: Lakewood Housing Court Diversion Program by Judge Patrick Carroll his book, “The Tipping Point”: “If a takes limited money for repairs for fines interest loans, temporary variances, and The City of Lakewood is an inner window is broken and left unrepaired, and court costs. The goal of the diversion access to available programs, such as the ring community with an aging housing people walking by will conclude that program is to assist the homeowner and Lakewood High School building pro- stock. Our stately homes give the city its no one cares and no one is in charge. allow the money to be put into the home gram. The Lakewood Court also assigns character, but keeping them in good con- Soon, more windows will be broken.” for repairs instead of payment of fines. community service workers for debris dition can be challenging. Maintaining The purpose of the diversion pro- I realize that code violations range removal, landscaping with weeds and the housing stock is both a public pur- gram is to assist homeowners to fix up from relatively small items, such as overgrown bushes, and other low main- pose and a common goal of all residents. their homes and achieve compliance missing house numbers or a bro- tenance duties. The court has a part-time As Lakewood’s Municipal Judge I with the housing codes. The program ken light globe, to more extreme and employee whose primary responsibility have made housing a priority, stream- is a combined effort of the Lakewood expensive violations such as a roof is to work with the homeowners. lining the procedures to obtain Court, City Administration, Law and or driveway repair. I also realize that I know that a housing code citation compliance with building code viola- Building Departments and Lakewoo- many times the violation is not due to and a court appearance can be stress- tions. In 2010, we created a diversion dAlive. The diversion program has any willful disregard for the condition ful. My goal is to reduce or eliminate program, primarily for owner-occupied gone a long way in helping owners of the home, but may be a result of ill- anxiety and work with each home- homes, for housing code violations. The bring their houses into compliance ness, age, medical or tuition payments, owner to make the required repairs. idea was to help residents with code vio- with building and safety codes. high cost of repairs and other financial The court appearance gives the home- lations make necessary repairs. The general penalty for a housing issues. Exterior work, such as painting, owner the opportunity to provide For most homeowners, their home code violation is a minimum fine from landscaping and masonry, may also be information, not only about the code is their largest investment. Housing $25 up to $1,000. Although classified as delayed due to inclement weather. violations, but about other issues in the values in an area will decline because of criminal, these cases are different from Homeowners cited with a building person’s life that may be contributing one poorly maintained property. More- other criminal cases, for the focus is upon code violation are required to come to to the delay in compliance. The court over, a poorly maintained property can bringing properties into compliance court. After being advised of their rights schedules regular compliance hearings also create a trend of neglect, leading rather than dealing with past misconduct. in court, the homeowner may be eligible to monitor the progress of the repairs. to a downward spiral in the commu- Imposing fines in these situations is coun- to participate in the diversion program. More than 230 homeowners have nity. As Malcolm Gladwell noted in terproductive to compliance, because it If admitted into the diversion program, participated in the Housing Court a compliance schedule will be devel- Diversion Program. Most completed oped to correct the violations and must the repairs and the cases were dis- LPL Calendar Of Events be adhered to. The participant agrees to missed. There are currently 21 active cooperate with the persons or agencies participants in the diversion program. designated by the court. Participants The beautiful homes that line our compiled by Elaine Rosenberger who don’t comply can be dropped from streets help establish the city as a great Saturday, June 27 the program and returned to the court’s place to live. We must all work together “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (1966) Directed by Mike Nichols regular criminal docket. to keep our homes in good condition Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor draw on the turmoil of their own storied romance The program has provided par- and the diversion program is designed as George and Martha—a miserable couple who play hateful mind games in between bouts ticipants assistance in obtaining low to make that process more manageable. of hard drinking. Based on the play by Edward Albee, the film includes gorgeous cinematog- raphy by Haskell Wexler. Nominated for thirteen Academy Awards, the film walked away with five Oscars, including a Best Actress Award for Elizabeth Taylor. 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium LPL Children/Youth Events

Sunday, June 28 compiled by Eric Knapp Sunday with the Friends: Cellocentric Doug Wood’s acoustic guitar compositions are embroidered by the cello of Tara Han- ish in a fusion of classical, new age, jazz and folk styles. Doug Wood has a long history of Mondays touring and performing as a solo artist. His song “Cat Dance” was featured during the Late Superhero Summer Reading Club Night Show With David Letterman, and he has toured with Eclectica, featuring five-time For children birth through entering twelfth grade Grammy-winning drummer Roy “Futureman” Wooten and electric violinist Tracy Silver- Read your way to superhero status at the Library this summer. Stamps, prize ticket draw- man. Tara Hanish is the principle cellist for the Akron Symphony and is also known to rock ings, and rewards await those who complete their summer reading. Register at either the out with Cleveland’s own Seafair. Main or Madison branches. 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Ongoing until Monday, August 3 at 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, June 30 Tuesdays Ancestry Online: Library Edition Afternoon at the Movies How far back would you like to trace your family tree? Genealogist Deborah Abbott will show you how to unlock the secrets held by census reports, military records, birth certifi- For the whole family cates and death notices in this hands-on workshop. Unravel your history with professional A different children’s movie each week! Free and open to the public. No registration results. required. 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab Monsters vs. Aliens: Tuesday, June 30, at 1:00 p.m., Main Library Auditorium. Kiki’s Delivery Service: Tuesday, July 7, at 1:00 p.m., Main Library Auditorium. Friday, July 3 LakewoodAlive Front Porch Concert Series – Carlos Jones & The Friday, June 26 P.L.U.S. Band Our Zoo To You LakewoodAlive, in collaboration with Lakewood Public Library and Vance Music Stu- For the whole family dios, is proud to announce the 6th Annual Front Porch Concert Series. Held on the Library’s Get up close and personal with a variety of exotic and domestic animals. Free and open Front Porch, these concerts are free and open to the public. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to the public. No registration required. and enjoy fantastic music with friends and neighbors in the heart of Downtown Lakewood. 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room. 7:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Main Library Family Weekend Wonders Saturday, July 4 Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, Independence Day: Library Closed All Day activities, music and crafts. These free programs are offered every weekend throughout the year at both the Main Library and Madison Branch. No registration is needed. Check out Normal Hours Resume Sunday, July 5. our website (www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth) for times and upcoming themes. Main Library Activity Room and Madison Branch Auditorium Sunday, July 5 Sunday with the Friends: Brian Henke Weekends With Wee Ones Brian Henke composes and performs his music like a painter putting images on canvas, a kind of sonic shaman, drawing his inspiration from the world around him. An avid hiker, For families with children under 2 years old he often brings his guitar along to create a spontaneous response to his outdoor settings. Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, sing- Mother Earth has provided him with an immense living gallery from the humbling spec- ing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for tacle of her natural wonders to the simple beauty of a treetop against a blue sky. Her majestic those wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout legacy and the magical feeling of awe and peace inspire the compositions of this award win- the year and there is no need to register in advance. ning guitarist. Madison Branch Children’s and Youth Services 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m.

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Lakewood Public Library Sketchbook Club For Teens! by Nicka Petruccio thing new at Sketchbook Club- all Are you a teen artist? Do you like to kinds of supplies and materials will be draw, paint, sculpt or do mixed media available for you to use. There will also pieces? Maybe you’d like to meet some be occasional group exercises includ- other teen artists like you, or possibly ing gesture drawing, figure drawing, nothing like you. and more. Lakewood Public Library is creat- We are looking for all kinds of teen ing a group for artists of all skill levels artists to join us for this fun and open entering 9th-12th grades called Sketch- group so register now and let’s make book Club. This is a relaxed meetup some art together! Sketchbook Club will be group where you can come with your Our Zoo to You includes audience participation. own sketchbook to work on your draw- held Monday evenings from July ings, or draw in our group club book. 27 through August 31, 7 p.m. to Bring any art project you are working 8:30 p.m. Register by calling the on to the club and get some perspec- Lakewood Public Library’s Children Our Zoo To tive or critique from your peers and the & Youth Services department at 216- club leader. You can even start some- 226-8275 ext. 140. You Animal Show by Marge Foley keep everyone interested. Meet, learn Lakewood Collaborative Did you know that a coatimundi is about, and even pet many of the ani- also known as a South American rac- mals on Friday, June 26 at 3 p.m. in the coon? Would you like to see one? Have Main Library Multipurpose Room. Job Club Meeting you ever seen a ringtail lemur, a kin- The Our Zoo to You program is by Kathy Augustine (BVU) and the topic will be “How kajou, or a Columbian tegu? These are the next in a series of Special Friday The Lakewood Collabora- Your Volunteer Experience can Lead just some of the exotic creatures that Performances for children and their tive is hosting a monthly Job Club to Employment”. Also, we will pro- Bryan and Terri Wise, owners of Our families at the library this summer. at the Lakewood Public Library at vide information and resources to Zoo to You, may bring to their upcom- Be sure to mark your calendar now for 15425 Detroit Ave. The next Job assist people with finding a job in ing family friendly program at the The Escape Artistry of Ron Price (July Club meeting will be held on Tues- today’s market. The Job Club is free Lakewood Public Library. Their zoo is 10) and The Wonderful World of Bub- day June 30th, from 6-8 p.m. at the and open to the public. constantly growing and changing and bles (July 24). All programs are free Lakewood Library. We will have a For information contact Becky they will bring a variety of animals to and open to the public. guest speaker, Heather Englander Carlton at [email protected] or from Business Volunteers Unlimited 216-421-6685. Lakewood Public Library Board Of Trustees 2015 by Elaine Rosenberger The Lakewood City Schools Board of Education is accepting applications for appointment to the Lakewood Public Library Board of Trustees for an expired seven year term ending September 12, 2015. Additional information concerning 2014 It’s been a colorful trip the duties and responsibilities of Library Trustees is available at www.lakewood- while setting the bar for publiclibrary.org/trustee. Interested candidates should direct a letter of interest and qualifications to the Superintendent of Schools by August 14, 2015. community journalism Superintendent 2013 and hyperlocal news in Lakewood City Schools Board of Education 1470 Warren Road Northeast Ohio. Lakewood, Oh 44107 2012 Congratulations to the LCA To Serve As Grand Marshal 2011 Lakewood Observer on being the voice of Of Fourth Of July Parade Lakewood for a decade. continued from page 1 food, activities and information provided thinking.” by several of Lakewood’s community 2010 Joining in the parade will be musi- organizations. At 7 p.m., the Lakewood cal favorites, the Lakewood High School Project, Lakewood High School’s Youth Ranger Marching Band, St. Edward Rock Orchestra, will perform at the 2009 High School Band, the Lochaber Pipe Bandstand at Lakewood Park. Band and Red Hackle Pipe Band. The Fourth of July will conclude with After the parade, festivities will con- Lakewood’s annual fireworks extrava- tinue in Lakewood Park with games, ganza at approximately 9:45-10 p.m. 2008

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Lakewood Schools LHS Academic Challenge Team 3rd At Nationals by Christine Gordillo death toss-up question. The Lakewood High School Aca- Lakewood “performed exceed- demic Challenge Team, consisting of ingly well,” in Chicago, said adviser both an “A” and “B” squad, competed Bob Sedlak. Congratulations to the A in a National Academic Challenge Team of seniors Laert Fejzullari, Jamie Tournament held in Chicago June 5-8 Fesko, Renee Klann and Ben McK- and the “A” Team came away in third insey, junior Robert Fehrenbach and place overall. sophomore Ian Bell for an outstanding To qualify for the final rounds of weekend. Lakewood’s “B” team nar- the 64-team tournament, a team must rowly missed the final championship have a record of 4-2 or better. Lake- rounds finishing with a record of 3-3 wood’s “A” Team made it to the final for the early competition. Compet- rounds on Monday. Winning the first ing for the “B” Team, with a terrific two matches in the championship showing, and all returning next year, rounds, Lakewood’s Team progressed were juniors Alex Grunder, Jon Pizzo to the semifinals. In a very close match and Fox Milenski and freshmen Kevin decided by one question, Lakewood Cush, Brian Donahoe and Erika lost to a strong team from Henderson Hakko. County in northwestern Michigan. In The future is bright for this team The “A” Team (from left): Ian Bell, Laert Fezjullari, Robbie Fehrenbach and Ben the subsequent final round, Henderson as in the past three years at this tour- McKinsey. lost to a team from Tulsa, Okla. Ear- nament, Lakewood has gone from 41st lier in the competition, Lakewood had to 23rd to 3rd place. Great work by all tied the Tulsa team after the match had the students and to their advisers, Bob been completed, but lost in a sudden Sedlak and Peter Petto. LHS Pair Selected For

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LHS musicians Ryan Detwiler (left) and Jimmy Toner will represent Lakewood High in the All-National Honor Symphony Orchestra in Nashville in October.

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Lakewood Schools Board OKs New LHS House Principal by Christine Gordillo special Board of Education meeting Her responsibilities at Big Walnut Bridgette Firstenberger, assis- on June 9. included serving as the building tant principal at Big Walnut High Prior to joining the Sunbury test coordinator for PARCC and School in Sunbury, Ohio, has been district, Firstenberger worked in AIR, providing leadership in plan- named the new Lakewood High special education in Urbana City ning, implementing and evaluating School House I Principal, replacing Schools and Delaware City Schools, instructional programs, evaluating Bill DiMascio, who left the position where she served as the department staff, and discipline. These areas, to head up the West Shore Career- chair. After receiving her adminis- combined with Firstenberger’s back- Technical District. Firstenberger’s trative license, she moved into her ground in special education and appointment was confirmed at a current position at Big Walnut High. her high energy level, made her the perfect choice to complete the LHS administrative team. The appointment is a return home of sorts for Firstenberger. Her LHS’ Toner father is an alumnus of Lakewood High School and she grew up Vaults To 8th In State in Cleveland, on the border of Lakewood, and has fond memories by Christine Gordillo eight earned Toner All-Ohio status. of swimming at the former Madison Lakewood High School junior He also received the Academic All- Pool (now Becks Pool) and attend- Jimmy Toner tied for 8th place in the Ohio Award, which an athlete earns if ing movies at the Detroit Theater. Division 1 Pole Vault at the Ohio State he or she qualifies for the state meet Firstenberger will begin her job on Track & Field Championships held on and holds a 3.5 cumulative GPA or Aug. 1. June 6 in Columbus. He tied his school above. record of 14’, which he set earlier this Congratulations to Jimmy Toner year, only his second participating in and his coach, Mike Dow, on an out- Painting & the pole vault event. Placing in the top standing season! Remodeling Since 1983 Paul Kompier Interior/Exterior LHS Junior Wins Residential Custom Imprinted Apparel Commercial Corporate Logowear State Piano Contest Spiritwear by Christine Gordillo Otsuka moved on to state finals at P•M•K Lakewood High junior Makito Malone University on June 6, where he PAINTWORKS Otsuka has won the Ohio Music finished first in the state. Otsuka, who 216.226.3056 Teachers Association’s Buckeye also plays trumpet, was featured in Auditions competition in the piano the Orchestra Carnival of the Animals category. After winning one of the concert with Angelin Chang earlier competition’s five regional contests, this year.

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Lakewood Is Art

minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available. Cleveland Rocks With “Green Day’s This production of “Green Day’s American Idiot” is presented through American Idiot” At Beck Center special arrangement with Music by Pat Miller “Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson” and “This vibrant and energetic produc- Theatre International (MTI). It is Beck Center for the Arts is pleased “Evil Dead The Musical” at Beck Cen- tion guarantees a rock n’ roll summer generously sponsored by the John P. to present the locally produced pre- ter. “Art forms collide in ‘Green Day’s at Beck Center!” Murphy Foundation, and is funded the miere of “Green Day’s American Idiot,” American Idiot,’ when the music and Tickets are $29 for adults, $26 for residents of Cuyahoga County through July 10 through August 16, 2015 on the lyrics of these Rock Hall inductees fuse seniors (65 and older), and $12 for stu- Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and the Mackey Main Stage. Show times are with the staging and storytelling of dents with a valid I.D. A $3 service fee Ohio Arts Council. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 musical theatre,” commented Spence. per ticket will be applied at time of pur- Beck Center for the Arts is a not- p.m. Sundays. Tickets are now on sale. Starring Dan Folino, this production chase. Preview Night on Thursday, July for-profit 501(c)3 organization that Buy early and save with promo code: features a cast of twenty-two talented 9 is $10 with general admission seating. offers professional theater productions GREENDAY to receive $5 off each actors filled with the energy, angst, Group discounts are available for par- on two stages, arts education program- adult/senior ticket purchased by July and power required to keep this story ties of four or more. Purchase tickets ming for all ages and abilities, including 9. Beck Center has established a PG-13 rocking. Folino appears courtesy of the online at beckcenter.org or call Cus- dance, music, theater, visual arts, and rating for this piece. Actors’ Equity Association. “Audiences tomer Service at 216.521.2540 x10. Beck creative arts therapies for individuals In the wake of Green Day’s 2015 will see 90-minutes of hard-driving Center for the Arts is located at 17801 with special needs, outreach education, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, entertainment,” continued Spence. Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten and free gallery exhibitions. Beck Center for the Arts is thrilled to rock out with “American Idiot” this Why Do Punk Rock Guys Go Out With New Wave Girls? summer. Originally released in 2004 as Green Day’s seventh studio recording, Reviews Of Recent Releases By Local Bands, Pt. 6 this project went on to win “Best Rock by Buzz Kompier “fun” wouldn’t really be the first thing chi On Acid. “Stupid style sloppy punk” Album” at the 2005 Grammy Awards®. Disclaimer: Record reviews are a I’d describe this record as. What this is assured. 4/5 By 2010, the music was brought to life tricky business. It’s one thing to enjoy record really comes out as is as a very Rubber Mate - Hell Bent For Rubber on Broadway where it received two Tony music, but to, like, pick out what you slow burn. Charles at My Mind’s Eye - Saucepan Records/Mistake By The Lake Awards® and the “Best Musical Show like about it? That being said, if I review tells me it’s “doom.” So, yeah, I guess it’s Records - 5 songs - Cassette, download Album” Grammy®. The story follows your thing and I didn’t like something, that. On iTunes, it says that it’s metal, so Pretty demented noise punk. three friends as they search for true don’t feel too bad. My opinion doesn’t I guess it’s that too. I’m not too up on Sometimes almost completely inaudi- meaning in a post 9/11 world. Praised as matter all that much. these kinds of things. Anyways, usually ble, and sometimes really gross (going “a groundbreaking musical knockout” Hiram-Maxim - Hiram-Maxim I don’t like stuff like this but some of the by the lyrics sheet), but definitely a fun by Rolling Stone, this energy fueled rock - Aqualamb Records - 4 songs - Vinyl, songs on it, particularly “Visceral” and listen. My favorites were the opening opera boldly takes the American musi- download “One,” were actually pretty cool. Again, track, “Let’s Go To The Beach,” and the cal where it’s never gone before. This is a pretty atmospheric record. it’s all about the atmosphere. I’d recom- closing track, “Snuff Film.” Though, Artistic Director Scott Spence is no It’s full of whispers and screams and mend the record on the whole for any really, when this guy sings “Maybe I’ll stranger to directing within this genre, talking and noises and all sorts of other fans of the genre. 3/5 get lucky and drown,” you kind of think having helmed numerous hits such as fun stuff. Except not really, because Kill The Hippies - Let’s Start A Band to yourself “we would all be so lucky.” Nobody’s In - Phoenician MicroSystems Before anyone thinks I’m being overly Records - 21 songs - CD, download cruel with that remark, Julian Cope Really cool punk stuff. The album once said something similar of the elec- is a combination of two albums and tric eels and the song “Tidal Wave,” so I a cassingle, mostly previously unre- don’t think that’s too harsh a comment. leased stuff, and it’s pretty darn great. It may even be considered high praise Very catchy, really good songs. It’s kind of some sort. Anyways, as a whole, the of like “classic” punk but with a more songs might be improved by slightly “modern” spin, and I will leave it up to better production, but maybe that’s just the reader to decide what that means to ‘cause of the cassette. Either way, I liked them. Either way, I liked it a lot. I think it. I like some pretty obnoxious stuff, the dynamic of having two singers also though, so maybe you won’t. 3.5/5 works to their advantage in terms of the The Dark - Scream Until We Die - music. My favorites, to pick just a few, Smog Veil Records - 37 songs + 41 songs would probably be “Public Address,” - Download “Moral To The Story,” “Jung Tuffs,” and Just for clarification: The download “Totally Dull.” Altogether I would rec- release is split into Volume 1 and Vol- ommend it to any punk fan. If you are ume 2, but I’ve chosen to make my life so inclined, the next Kill The Hippies more simple and review them together show will be at Now That’s Class on July as one release. Now that that’s out of the 11, playing with Boy In Love; and Cha- continued on page 20

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Restaurant, Food, Bar & Patio Guide Taster Twins Reviews In Review by Ingrid Dickson and Irene Joyce Friendliest Welcome: The smil- Anything: The yellow perch at the Lake dishes served up in Lakewood. We are The Taster Twins have been sam- ing staff at Deagan’s Kitchen and Bar. House Cafe. (You can’t go wrong here!) eager to continue tasting and touring pling, enjoying, and recommending (Serving creative classics) So Sad to See Gone: Eddie Ceri- local dining establishments as we close Lakewood eateries for a whole year now. Most Inventive Sandwich Combi- no’s Casual Italian. (This was our first out our first year of writing the “Sauce We must say, it has been a delicious jour- nations: The Kardiac Kid at Cleveland review.) on the Side” column. ney and we look forward to even more Pickle. (Surprises between slices) Thank you for allowing us to Irene and Ingrid, aka The Taster culinary delights and wonderful experi- Sweetest, Most Satisfying Break- indulge our desire to dish about the Twins ences. This city is rich with opportunities fast: Hearty banana pancakes at to enjoy good company, good food, and Borderline Cafe. (Their omelets are a good spirits. As we think back on our year close second.) of dining and reviewing, fond memories Most Delicous Use of Spices: The z of the people and places we have visited noodle soups at Brown Sugar Thai Cui- MOD MEX come to mind. We thought we would like sine (Savory and soothing) EL CARNICERO * LKWD MOMOCHO * OHC 16918 DETROIT AVENUE 1835 FULTON ROAD to take our readers--and ourselves--on a Most Taste-Tempting Meat 216˙226˙3415 216˙694˙2122 Choices: Pork belly, lamb, short ribs, elcarnicerolakewood.com momocho.com trip through our restaurant reflections of cocktails + latin beers • nightly award-winning cuisine + margaritas happy hour • weekend brunch • viva • weekday happy hour-and-a-half • the past twelve months. To that end, we duck, and so much more at El Car- carne fabulosa! outdoor patio • viva momocho! have come up with a list of awards for the nicero. (How can you choose?) © 2015 CHEF/OWNER ERIC WILLIAMS places we have reviewed (in no particular Honorable Mention--Best Fried order, because we’re capricious that way). Our Taster Twins Awards for 2014-15: Most Gracious Service: Patrick at 18514 Detroit Avenue, the Lake House Cafe (He’s extraordi- narily efficient and kind!) Lakewood, OH 44107 Yummiest Potato Accompani- phone: 216-521-7684 ment: The tater tots at Merry Arts Pub and Grille. (A childhood treat revisited) fax: 216-521-9518 Most Mouth-watering Appetizer:The blue cod tacos from Pier W. (The perfect West End Tavern presents: combination of ingredients.) “Saturday “Sunday Brunch” Tastiest Handheld Delight: The 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. New England lobster and shrimp rolls Bloody Mary Bar” A 20-Year Lakewood Tradition Create Your Own - 11 a.m. from Jammy Buggars. (One of our all- Eggs Benedict • Eggs Sardoux • time favorites) Serving Breakfast/Lunch Stuﬀed French Toast • Pot Roast Hash featuring our famous Omelets • Fritatas • and more! Most Homey and Comfortable: Gourmet Meatloaf Stack and featuring our famous The warm atmosphere at The Place to Savory Pot Roast "Mega Mimosas" Be. (Feels like dining with your family) Voted Best Hamburger On The Northcoast!

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70. The Souper Market, 14809 Detroit Ave., 712-7292 107. Miller’s Sunoco, 12511 Detroit Ave. 144. Lakewood One-Stop, 13100 Madison Ave. 177. Mars Bar, 15314 Madison Ave., 248-4500, Patio 71. Deagan’s Kitchen & Bar, 14810 Detroit Ave. 108. Pepper’s Restaurant, 12401 Detroit, 145. Mahall’s Twenty Lanes, 13200 Madison Ave., 178. Buckeye Beer Engine, 15315 Madison Ave., 72. The Place To Be, 1391 Warren Rd., 226-8783 226-619, Patio 521-3280, Porch 226-2337, Patio 73. Jimmy Johns, 14725 Detroit Ave. 109. Shore Restaurant, 12009 Detroit Ave. 146. Taco Tontos, 13321 Madison Ave., 221-4479 179. Taste of Europe Beverage & Deli, 74. Brown Sugar Thai Cuisine, Warren Road 110. Everest Grocery, 12007 Detroit Ave. 147. Waterbury Coach House, 13333 Madison Ave., 15512 Madison Ave. 75. Campbell’s Sweets Factory, 14730 Detroit Ave. 111. 5 O’Clock Lounge, 11906 Detroit Ave. 226-9772 180. Barrio, 15527 Madison Ave., Porch and Patio 76. Melt Bar & Grilled, 14718 Detroit Ave., 112. Lalla, 11817 Detroit Ave. 148. Beverage Square, 13340 Madison Ave. 181. Patio Tavern, 15615 Madison Ave. 226-3699, Patio 113. The Chamber, 11814 Detroit Ave., Patio 149. Little Caeser’s Pizza, 13342 Madison Ave., 182. Patton’s Food, 15719 Madison Ave. 77. The Detroiter, 14701 Detroit Ave., 712-6661, 114. The Phantasy Nite Club, 11802 Detroit Ave. 221-5757 183. Golden Gate Chinese Restaurant, Patio and Porch 115. The Symposium, 11800 Detroit Ave. 150. Tarrymore Inn, 13356 Madison Ave., Patio 16009 Hilliard Ave. 78. Robek’s, 14701 Detroit Ave. 116. The Foundry Concert Club, 11729 Detroit Ave. 151. Thai Hut, 13359 Madison Ave. 184. Italian Creations Carry Out/Catering, 16104 Hilliard Ave., 226-2282 79. Panera Bread, 14701 Detroit Ave., Patio 117. Good & Raw Cafe and Store, 11701 Clifton Blvd. 152. Trio’s Bar, 13362 Madison Ave. 185. O’Donnell’s Pub, 16204 Madison Ave. 80. Einstein Bros.Bagels, 14615 Detroit Ave. 118. Shell Food Mart, 11701 Clifton Blvd. 153. Saloon, 13368 Madison Ave., Patio 186. Subway, 16208 Madison Ave. 81. Forage Public House, 14600 Detroit Ave., Patio 119. Sapell’s Bi-Rite, 1314 Highland Ave. 154. Manja, 13373 Madison Ave. 187. China King, 16210 Madison Ave. 82. Aladdin’s Eatery, 14518 Detroit Ave., 521-4005 120. Dianna’s Deli & Restaurant, 155. Iggy’s, 13405 Madison Ave. 83. The Tea Lab, 14534 Detroit Ave., 1332 Highland Ave., Patio 156. Lakewood Village Tavern, 13437 Madison Ave. 188. Convenient Food Mart, 16811 Madison Ave. 84. Lakewood Hospital, 14519 Detroit, 521-4200 121. McDonald’s, 1430 Highland Ave., Patio 157. Bonnie & Clyde’s Bar, 13603 Madison Ave., Patio 189. Mama Lola’s, 16813 Madison Ave. 85. T.J.’s Butcher Block Deli, 14415 Detroit, 521-3303 122. Mr. Hero, 1510 Highland Ave. 158. Angelo’s Pizza, 13715 Madison Ave., Patio 190. Gatherings Kitchen Catering/Classes, 17004 Madison Ave. 86. Namaste, 14412 Detroit, 221-4800 123. Panda Wok, 1512 Highland Ave., 521-1200 159. Khiem’s Vietnamese Cuisine, 13735 Madison Ave. 191. Mullen’s of Letterfrack, 17014 Madison Ave., 87. Edible Arrangements, 14239 Detroit Ave. 124. Dunkin Donuts 1520 Highland Ave., Patio 160. McGinty’s, 13751 Madison Ave. 226-5224, Patio 88. Hixson’s, 14125 Detroit Ave., 521-9277 125. Shell Station, 1538 Highland Ave. 161. The Greek Village Grille, 14019 Madison Ave., 192. 7-11, 16165 Hilliard Ave 89. Bob Evans, 14115 Detroit Ave. 126. KFC, 1560 Highland Ave. 228-4976 193. Madison Square Lanes, 1653 Westwood Ave. 90. Giant Eagle, 14100 Detroit Ave., 226-2698 127. El Torito, 1571 Highland Ave. 162. Farrell’s Richland Cafe, 14027 Madison Ave. 194. The Ranger Cafe in L.H.S., 14100 Franklin Ave. 91. Winking Lizard Tavern, 14018 Detroit Ave., Patio 128. Aldi’s, 1600 Highland Ave. 163. Tommy’s Pastries, 14205 Madison Ave. 195. Sam’s Food Mart, 12100 Franklin Ave. 92. Get Go, 14001 Detroit Ave., Patio 129. Subway, 1628 Highland Ave. 164. El Tango Taqueria, 14224 Madison Ave., Patio 196. La Plaza Mexican Grocery & Taco Stand, 165. Lakewood Star Mart, 14322 Madison Ave. 93. Moon’s Food Store, 14000 Detroit Ave. 130. North Coast Wine & Beer, 11700 Madison Ave. 13609 Lakewood Hts. Blvd. 166. Player’s On Madison, 14527 Madison Ave., Patio 94. Georgio’s Pizza, 13804 Detroit Ave. 131. Joe’s Deli & Beverage, 11750 Madison Ave. 197. Speedway, Warren Rd. and Franklin Blvd. 167. Doughnut Pantry 14600 Madison Ave. 95. Szechwan Garden, 13800 Detroit Ave. 132. Burger King, 11790 Madison Ave. 198. Nelly Belly, 1500 Scenic Park Drive 96. China Express, 13621 Detroit Ave. 133. East End, 11922 Madison Ave., Patio 168. BP AM/PM, 14718 Madison Ave. in The Emerald Canyon, Patio 97. Grab & Go Pizza Express, 13619 Detroit Ave. 134. Flying Rib, 11926 Madison Ave., 521-0117, Patio 169. The Red Rose Cafe, 14810 Madison Ave., 199. Pier W, 12700 Lake Ave., Patio 228-7133, Patio/Porch 98. Oasis Bakery and Eatery, 13615 Detroit Ave. 135. The Gorilla, 12102 Madison Ave., Patio 200. Mr. T’s Deli, 12900 Lake Ave. in the Carlyle 170. Malley’s Ice Cream Parlor & Chocolates, 99. Feed Me, 13611 Detroit Ave. 136. The Bevy, 12112 Madison Ave. 201. Lake House Cafe, 11850 Edgewater Drive, 14822 Madison Ave. 100. Irish Kevin’s, 13601 Detroit Ave. 137. Thai Kitchen, 12210 Madison Ave. 226-7575, Patio 171. Hobart Health Foods, 15001 Madison Ave. 101. KB Confections, 13519 Detroit Ave., 221-4371 138. Corner Pub, 12301 Madison Ave. 172. Madison Convenience Store, 15019 Madison Ave. 102. Gray Dog Diner, 13411 Detroit Ave. 139. Madison’s, 12401 Madison Ave. 173. Elmwood Bakery, 15204 Madison Ave. 103. Corky’s Place, 13302 Detroit Ave. 140. Coffee Pot Restaurant, 12415 Madison Ave. 174. Fears Confections, 15208 Madison Ave. 104. Drug Mart (deli), 13213 Detroit Ave. 141. Madison Bi-Rite, 12503 Madison Ave. 175. Ice Cream Joy, 15210 Madison Ave. 105. Lakewood Convenient, 12901 Detroit Ave. 142. Baba’s Kitchen, 12711 Madison Ave. , 226-3382 176. 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Restaurant, Food, Bar & Patio Guide Lakewood’s Newest Addition: The Detroiter by Victoria Fritz the menu converts over to dinner. Sun- Our newest addition to Lakewood day brunch will begin July 12th and is “THE DETROITER” Bar and Restau- is from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. every Sunday. rant. Located in the heart of downtown The Detroiter offers happy hour Mon- Lakewood, The Detroiter is located day thru Friday from 3 - 6 p.m. for the directly across from The Melt just east entire restaurant and features 25 Ohio of Warren Road on Detroit at 14701 local and regional Craft Drafts which Detroit Avenue. Located in the former are always $5, one of the best deals in World of Beers space, The Detroiter has town! given it a complete face lift with all new The Detroiter focuses on Home- décor and furniture, creating multiple made Comfort Foods we have all grown areas of seating which accommodate up eating, such as an individual sized over 120 diners and now has a nice mod- Meatloaf to the table, Buttermilk Pan Located just east of the intersection of Detroit and Warren, The Detroiter is open for ern hip feel. The entire front of the space Fried Chicken, Pork Chops n Apple Sauce, business until 2am every day of the week! opens to the patio. The newly designed Shepherd’s Pie, Stroganoff, Creamy their wonderful recipes with some of the sit back and enjoy a libation and root social top which seats 16, the former Tomato Soup & their Grilled Cheese of best bread around, featuring the Tuscan for your favorite Cleveland Team on the band stage that now seats 5 tables as well the Month, which is a Sharpe Cheddar, Herb and French Peasant Breads on this tube, or how about picking a favorite as a front dining area seating another 20 American, Goat Cheese and Applewood month’s menu. Another crowd pleaser song during their all request hours, The can now enjoy the open aired front and Smoke Bacon Concoction on your choice these first two weeks is The Detroiter’s Detroiter is your new home away from the sounds that the city offers from out- of fresh “Breadsmith” Toast. They are Mussels, which are sautéed in a delicious home. Another philosophy that no other side. The Detroiter is open seven days very proud to support as many local as green curry, coconut milk, garlic, butter restaurant that we know of is doing, or a week for lunch, dinner and even late possible and are thrilled to be using all of and tomato broth….”Mouth Watering even done in the past, is the Detroiter’s night kitchen hours until 2am. Lunches their breads from right here in Lakewood Goodness”….oh and they are $4 on unique menu idea in their “PAYING open at 11am and go until 4pm when from “The Breadsmith” which finish off Tuesdays from 4pm until close. You can HOMAGE” section of the menu. This also enjoy a fabulous house margarita all section is dedicated to a recipe from a day on Wednesdays for $3.99 and Taco customer’s loved one so that it can carry night as well starting at 8pm. There is a on for hundreds and even thousands to different taco each month which you can enjoy. These recipes will be featured on also enjoy every single night from 11pm the menu for an entire month and ten until close every day of the week…go percent of these proceeds go to a charity ahead and partner it with a $3.99 mar- or cause of their choice, as a way of say- garita also! Every recipe including their ing, “Let’s make the world a better place sauces and dressings are all homemade with food!” from scratch, which I couldn’t decide Their entire menu and specials can which one I loved the most. be found online at www.thedetroiter- From the food, atmosphere and all lakewood.com and their phone number around comfort, The Detroiter wants is 216-712-6661. Let’s get out and try our you to feel at home. So when you are newest addition to our community and looking to have lunch with a friend, or help spread the love through food! bring the family in for dinner, or just Voodoo Tuna Opens

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LO’s 10th Anniversary Thank You Lakewood by Debra O’Bryan at the time that it would hurt our prop- gifted writer who helped us find and you are, as do our observant readers who We’re going to start a community erty value to have a fence obstructing encourage volunteer writers, giving a see your ads in every issue. paper. That’s what Jim stated one day the view. She had answered that there voice and a venue to the citizens and 10 years went by so fast, I have over 11 years ago. Without any journal- wasn’t a view of any concern. Well, non profits of Lakewood who may not come to embrace the project and am istic background I thought it an insane as most of you have come to realize be heard otherwise. It is a bittersweet grateful to be part of it. I know now thought, after all I was looking for a space through Jim’s photos on the deck from celebration without Ken and Gordon that we did the right thing. Thank to open my restaurant. My dream was our front porch, the view is amazing. Brumm who taught us so much about you to the thousands of people who about to be realized and I wasn’t looking I’m glad we can share our little piece of community and service to it. have taken part online and in print. for a new hobby. After many meetings heaven with the community. We found like minded business Thank you to all of the volunteers who with Steve Davis and Ken Warren, Jim And so it started. Like “The Little owners who were willing to place ads continue to help. Thank you to our edi- was optimistic that Lakewood was ready Rascals” putting on a play, we rounded with us to cover our expenses. It was of torial staff, Margaret and Betsy leading for and needed a vehicle that helped citi- up a team of dedicated volunteers who utmost importance to all of us involved the way for years now, and our team of zens get their voices heard. selflessly devoted countless hours in that we offered our citizen written paper sales professionals headed by Maggie We had just re-entered civic dis- time in planning and organizing this free to the community. To our surprise, Fraley who make it all possible. Thank cussion during the west end debate project. Jim had produced publica- our first sales rep. Tim Kanak was eas- you to our sister papers for making and chose to fight for the people to save tions in the past, so that was covered. ily able to sell ads into a paper that had hyper local a reality. their homes over big box development Steve understood the printing side of yet to be published. It was all so new and Share your story with us today, start in our beautiful sleepy corner of town. the business. We had Heidi Hilty step exciting. Countless sleepless nights won- a photo blog, or just start a discussion. Riverside Drive was planned for addi- up to be our first editor, Bill and Jan dering if we were doing the right thing. You gain knowledge when igno- tional lanes, and they were going to Davis helping with layout and proof- I am forever grateful to our founding rance is replaced with information. throw up a 10 ft. tall chain link fence on ing. Dan Ott developed the website to advertisers, many of whom have stayed Power to the People. the cliff. I remember telling our mayor be friendly and easy to use. Ken was a on to support the project. You know who www.lakewoodobserver.com

As many communities are seeing a reduction or outright elimination of print A Community Thank You media, Lakewood is truly fortunate to have its own newspaper with resident and organization-generated content. I find The Lakewood Observer to be of tremendous value The Lakewood Observer provides valuable media exposure for numerous non- as it helps people learn what is happening in the community while providing Lake- profit and community groups that they would not otherwise receive. We are proud woodAlive (and other organizations) the ability to tell its story, promote an event, and and pleased to have had many of our senior citizens and their events at Barton Cen- communicate how we are working to further strengthen Lakewood, to the public. The ter and Westerly Apartments featured in the Observer over the past ten years. And Lakewood Observer has been incredibly supportive of our work and I look forward to we look forward to continuing this win-win collaboration in the future. an even stronger partnership as they begin their second decade. Congratulations! -Curt Brosky, Pres & CEO, Westerly Apartments and Barton Senior Center -Ian Andrews, Executive Director LakewoodAlive

Sincere congratulations to the Lakewood Observer on your 10-year anniver- I can’t remember how we knew what was happening in Lakewood before the sary and best wishes for your continued success! Observer. It’s a great vehicle for sharing information about all the engaging events -Laura Gonzalez (a proud member of the “Observer family”) the community has to offer. -Paula Reed, community volunteer and regular LO writer My ad lets me convey to my potential customers what I have to offer them, for sale or service. The information on the potential changes at Lakewood Hospital is I fell in love with The Lakewood Observer the first time I read it, especially when I able to let those of us including me, let our elected officials know our opinions. I realized that it’s written by local citizens, not reporters. Soon I began submitting articles, will be wearing red for this parade. then with other Realtors joining me I started the Real Estate section, later editing it as –Bonnie, owner of Carabel Beauty Salon a volunteer. Years passed with lots of positive feedback and potential client leads, yet I was ready for a change-so I began working at the paper selling advertising and getting I love having the Lakewood Observer in Lakewood and am grateful to its involved in community outreach. I saw then, even more, how much people love the paper founders for bringing it to the community. The Observer has allowed me as Com- and how many ways there are to get involved- writing, photography, advertising, communications & PR Coordinator for Lakewood Schools to inform more community munity collaboration…the potential is tremendous as the voice of the community. The members about our wonderful programs and outstanding student accomplish- Observer Project has grown to 7 independently published papers in 12 cities because no ments. It makes me smile everyone someone tells me “I read about that in the one knows a community and can share its story like the people who live and work there. Observer.” Thank you, Lakewood Observer! Happy 10th Anniversary to The Lakewood Observer, wishing you many more! –Christine Gordillo, Communications & PR Coordinator Lakewood Schools –Maggie Fraley, Advertising & Marketing at the Lakewood Observer

I couldn’t imagine Lakewood without the Observer. It is my source for staying Lakewood Observer provides the opportunity to share news about the many in touch and informed with local news and events that are important to all Lake- wonderfully positive things taking place in our community. Beck Center for the woodites. And I’ve been fortunate as well to utilize the Observer as a platform to Arts especially appreciates being able to connect with its readers who are looking share my real estate knowledge and expertise with the community. Happy Anni- for arts experiences and community engagement. versary Lakewood Observer! Here’s to the next 10 years! -Cindy Einhouse, President & CEO Beck Center for the Arts -Chris Bergin, Berkshire Hathaway Lucien Realty Congratulations to the Lakewood Observer family for ten years of service to the “We appreciate the Lakewood Observer providing a voice for organizations in truth. It has been an honor to have written well over a hundred “Pulse of the City” the City of Lakewood for these past 10 years. The Observer has consistently given columns for this paper, and also, to have been able to participate in the online “Obser- us a medium to keep your readers up to date on our organization’s news and events. vation Deck” discussions, concerning all things Lakewood....Back to the banjo! We value the positive impact that it has had on Cornucopia and Nature’s Bin, and -Gary Rice, LO Columnist and avid banjo player our ability to share the story of our mission to help people with disabilities get and keep jobs while also providing local, healthy grocery options for shoppers.” The Lakewood Observer’s availability in both paper and online has provided a reli- -Nancy Peppler, Executive Director of Cornucopia and Nature’s Bin. able, easy and modern way to connect with our great city organizations and people, as well as to an avenue to submit your events and opinions. As a non-profit all volunteer In a world of quick and cluttered internet comments, a community paper of this city board, Keep Lakewood Beautiful is thankful for this ideal way to inform residents structure encourages depth of thought. The Lakewood Observer gives ordinary citizens of our annual events such as The Great American Cleanup and Earth Day, Annual a chance to articulate insights in the sectors with which they are most connected. In my Humus Sale, Tree Education, Litter Prevention, and the Beautiful Home Awards which case, it was the arts, but I’ve always loved how this platform gives everyone a chance for together serve to improve the environment of our city to Keep Lakewood Beautiful. a full and robust exchange of ideas in so many different areas of the community. -Marianne Quasebarth Usiak, Keep Lakewood Beautiful -Lauren Joy Fraley, teaching artist and yoga instructor, previous LO writer Through my time with the Lakewood Observer, I have had the opportunity to get to The Lakewood Observer has been great for the entire city of Lakewood. We are know the people and places of our great city better than I ever could have imagined. The very lucky to have a paper that shares with us what is going on in our community. dedication of our volunteer writers, editors and photographers is truly inspiring. Without Congrats on your 10th year anniversary! your commitment to the LO and to the City of Lakewood, none of this would be possible. -Mickey and Patty Krivosh, owners of Around the Corner, Georgetown and Vosh -Margaret Brinich, Editor-In-Chief Lakewood Observer

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Lakewood Cares The Meal That Heals To Benefit North Coast Health by Elizabeth O’Brien toes and artichokes with balsamic calling the restaurant at 216-226-5200. The Meal that Heals, a dining ben- syrup, or Crispy Shrimp Cappelini About North Coast Health efit now in its seventh year to benefit with sweet peppers, banana peppers, North Coast Health is a faith- the patients of North Coast Health, a tomatoes, basil oregano, lemon, oil and based charitable clinic that provides faith-based charitable clinic, will be garlic, and finished with a choice of and optimizes access to health care held on Monday, July 6, 2015 at Players chef’s homemade special desserts. for the medically underserved. A vital on Madison from 5 to 9 p.m. Cost is $35 per person for a part of Greater Cleveland’s health care Diners will enjoy a three course three-course prix fixe meal, excluding safety net for nearly three decades, meal featuring seasonal ingredients alcoholic beverages and gratuity. Cof- North Coast Health provides primary and innovative combinations pre- fee, tea and soft drinks are included. care, specialty referrals and health pared under the guidance of Chef Players will donate 25 percent of food education to individuals and families Tony Romano. The menu begins with sales that evening to North Coast in need. With the support of volunteer a soup/salad course - choice of Car- Health. physicians, nurses and other caregiv- rot Ginger Soup, Mista Salad or Caesar Players on Madison is located at ers, NCH is a patient-centered medical care for acute illnesses and injuries. For Salad, followed by entrée selections: 14523 Madison Ave., Lakewood, Ohio home that provides preventive care and more information, call 216-228-7878 or Almond Encrusted Salmon with bas- 44107. Reservations can be made by chronic disease management as well as visit www.northcoasthealth.org. mati, cucumber, radish, Italian parsley and orange-pommery vinaigrette, Ancho Pepper Glazed Pork Tender- loin with tomato-bacon-corn ragout, Council Talks Active Living grilled asparagus and pommes frit- plans and fund them both in 2016 and and to slow erosion along Rocky River. tes, Grilled Hangar Steak with mashed continued from page 3 in the future. Therefore, he decided to The project is located by the animal potatoes, baby arugula, roasted toma- which built upon the City’s Bike Mas- ter Plan, Community Vision, their begin an informal working group that shelter where approximately 15 feet own survey, and recommendations will meet regularly to discuss these has been lost. As part of the anti-ero- from the League of American Bicy- issues and how to accomplish these sion measures a fish shelf will be built clists. The report offers suggested and goals. He hopes to include members of to add wildlife habitat and a place to CWRRC 41st prioritized improvements that could Bike Lakewood, the Administration, fish. The City was awarded $122,842, be made in Lakewood to improve interested members from Council, the maximum allowed, from the Ohio Bay Day Race its bikeability. The goal is to make and members of the public. He hopes EPA to complete the project. The by Mark Brinich Lakewood a place where everyone this process will help develop recom- total expected cost of the project is The 41st running of the Bay Days feels safe to ride a bike. mendations and project plans that he $204,736. 5-mile race and 1-mile kids fun run Bullock continued, saying that can submit as legislation for Council’s Council referred the resolution will be held at 8:30 a.m. on July 4th. even with the noticeable increase in consideration. the Public Works Committee. With the planned construction at biking in the community, according Director of Public Works, Joe Coming to the end of agenda Bay High School this summer, the to the 2010 census less than one-per- Beno, then asked Council to con- items, Council opened the floor to start and finish for the race will be in cent of people use bikes to commute sider a resolution that would allow the public comment. There were a num- Cahoon Park adjacent to the Kiwanis to work. By improving bike infra- City to enter into a design-build con- ber of individuals that spoke, but Bay Days Festival providing a great structure the goal is to make cyclists tract with Underground Connections, fewer than have spoken at the last sev- opportunity to tie more closely with feel safer for the 60-70 percent of peo- Inc. The contract will allow the City eral meetings. There was a noticeable all the family activities at Bay Days. An ple that are worried about riding with to move forward with projects that change in the general appeals made by exciting new course through central traffic and get more of them out on have already been approved in two the people speaking. Whereas the last Bay Village has been set up. The first the road. prior resolutions and would be in the several meetings have been dominated 500 registrants will receive a custom- “The time has come to increase amount of $800,000. The projects will by people speaking on behalf of Save designed free tech shirt. Awards will be our rate of implementation for Lake- separate the storm and sanitary sewers Lakewood Hospital or with similar given for overall, age group and team wood’s bicycle improvements, both at 102 properties to help fight overflow sympathies, this night only one per- event winners. This race is hosted by physical (infrastructure and facilities) of untreated sewage into Lake Erie son spoke in support of them despite Cleveland West Road Runners Club and educational (safety training and and Rocky River due to storm water. the visual support of the group in the which provides charitable support to encouragement),” Bullock said. He When completed, storm water will be audience. Instead, there were three the Cleveland Metroparks Trails Fund, continued, saying it is an important channeled to flow through designated individuals who spoke with various the Girls With Sole charity, and spon- part of a healthy, active living lifestyle, storm water pipes. reasons as to why they support the sors free or subsidized entry for youth and these steps are necessary to move Council referred the resolution to proposed change in health care in in running events and other active life Lakewood towards the goal of “Bicycle the Public Works Committee. Lakewood as expressed in the letter of events throughout the Westshore. Capital of Northeast Ohio” as stated Director Beno then asked Council intent. Further information and regis- in the Bike Master Plan. to consider another resolution which With no further business, Coun- tration details can be found at http:// In order for the City to achieve would allow the City to accept a grant cil President Madigan adjourned the www.clewestrunningclub.org/. these goals, Councilman Bullock said from the Ohio EPA. The funds are to meeting at 9:09 P.M. more focus is required to develop the help Lakewood restore the riverbank

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Lakewood Cares Rotary Awards Scholarships To Four Area High School Seniors by Lynn Donaldson average of 4.3, which helped her land stance was a delightful surprise when Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and The Rotary Club of Lakewood a position as a summer student intern scholarship selection committee held down various after-school jobs. and Rocky River awarded four col- at the Cleveland Clinic between her members realized that two of its four She will study pre-medical neurosci- lege scholarships at its June 8 meeting. junior and senior years. finalists happened to be brother and ence at the Ohio State University, with Graduating seniors Alexis Mod and Mary embraces her cultural heri- sister! Anthony was a scholar-athlete- minors in Arabic and bioethics. Anthony Mod from Rocky River High tage as an assistant instructor for the musician at Rocky River (3.984 grade The Rotary Club of Lakewood and School and Molly Schmidt and Mary Lučinā Slovak Folklore Ensemble. She point average), finding his time in Rocky River is part of Rotary Inter- Chudy from Magnificat High School is a multi-lingual student with profi- the band every bit as rewarding as the national, a worldwide organization of each received $2,500 awards from the ciency in Slovak, English, and Spanish, time in the classroom or on the var- more than 1.2 million business, pro- Lakewood-Rocky River Rotary Foun- and intends to continue her Spanish sity hockey ice or varsity soccer field. fessional, and community leaders. dation. language studies at the Ohio State Uni- He was Academic All-Ohio his senior Members of Rotary clubs (known as The scholarships are part of over versity where she will major in nursing. year. Anthony will study medical lab- Rotarians) provide humanitarian ser- $50,000 that the club donates to the Alexis Mod garnered a 4.675 grade oratory technology at Bowling Green vice, encourage high ethical standards community each year. point average, earning induction into State University where he also plans to in all vocations, and help build good- In addition to their outstanding the National Honor Society at Rocky be part of the Falcon Marching Band. will and peace in the world. academic records, these four Rotary River. She enriched her high school Molly Schmidt was inducted into There are 33,000 Rotary clubs scholarship winners were chosen experience with extracurricular par- the National Honor Society at Magnifi- in more than 200 countries and for extracurricular and community ticipation in drama, dance, and the cat, having earned a 3.946 grade point geographical areas. Clubs are nonpo- involvement. marching band flag corps. She served average. She ran cross-country for the litical, nonreligious, and open to all Mary Chudy exemplifies Rotary as an instructor assistant at her dance last three years and was team captain cultures, races, and creeds. As signi- International’s motto of “Service studio and a counselor-in-training at her senior year. She spent the past two fied by the motto Service Above Self, Above Self,” volunteering as a food Camp Bold Eagle for children living summers participating in the presti- Rotary’s main objective is service – in pantry worker at Lakewood Commu- with challenging medical conditions. gious Student Research Internship at the the community, in the workplace, and nity Services Center and co-leading Alexis has been accepted into the Cleveland Clinic. In addition to her own throughout the world. To learn more, Magnificat’s Students for Peace and pharmacy program at Ohio Northern school work, Molly tutored children at visit www.rotary.org. Justice Club and Animal Lover’s Club. University. She is a National Honor Society mem- Anthony Mod is the twin brother ber, having attained a grade point of Alexis, and this unusual circum-

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Business News Julie Warren Of Erie Design Named Lakewood Chamber Of Commerce Business Person Of The Year by Valerie Mechenbier our community like I do. I have met She is an active member of Lakewood Ms. Julie Warren, owner of Erie so many other small business own- Congregational Church (UCC) where Design in Lakewood, has been selected ers and know that some of our most she chairs the church’s Executive as the Lakewood Chamber of Com- loyal customers come to us because Team, sings in the church choir and merce 2015 Business Person of the Year. of our membership with the Cham- band and co-directs the annual youth Julie Warren has been a busi- ber. By being an active participant musical. Ms. Warren portrays Amelia ness owner in Lakewood for 16 with the Lakewood Chamber, I have Earhart, Ruth Etting and Mae West as years. She and her husband Shawn developed strong relationships, have an actress with “Women in History,” own and operate Erie Design, a local a strong sense of pride in my com- an organization that recreates the lives sign company specializing in ban- munity and have sustained a thriving of notable women through live perfor- ners, vehicle lettering, interior and business for 16 years.” mances throughout the region. As a exterior signs and full-color graph- Next to the adjective “civic- past president of the Junior Women’s ics. Serving as a member of the minded” in the dictionary should Club of Lakewood Julie worked on Lakewood Chamber of Commerce be a picture of Julie Warren. Beyond fundraising projects such as the “Sit- Board of Directors for 9 years, Julie her involvement with the Lakewood ting Pretty” park bench art auction chairs the Chamber’s Membership Chamber of Commerce, Ms. Warren and Breakfast with the Bunny. She has and Marketing Task Force, has been is an active member of LakewoodAlive served on the Board of Trustees of the a member of the Taste of Lakewood and has served on both the Housing Lakewood Historical Society and the planning committee and interviews and Development committees and Lakewood Public Library Gala com- Julie Warren is the Lakewood Chamber high school candidates for Lakewood chaired the organization’s 10-year mittee and is a member of Lakewood of Commerce 2015 Business Person of Chamber of Commerce scholarships. anniversary gala “Loving Lakewood: Music Boosters. the Year. “The Lakewood Chamber has been Alive and Thriving” in 2014. She is also Those who are lucky to know Julie a constant for Erie Design since we a past president of Lincoln Elemen- as a friend also know of her passion for Leia or the Bride of Frankenstein on opened our doors in 1999” said Ms. tary School PTA and organized the community at the micro-level, whether Trick-or-Treat night, caroling with the Warren. “The Chamber is a major week-long celebration commemorat- she is organizing the Virginia Avenue Peddlers of Mirth, or sharing laughs network of people who care about ing the school’s 100th birthday in 2013. Block Party, appearing as Princess and conversation over a glass a wine with book club friends. Regardless of the ‘stage’, Ms. Warren’s love for her community is what drives her actions Marty Foster Of Conexo Communications and fuels her willingness to participate. She feels that everyone has a civic Named Lakewood Chamber Of Commerce responsibility not only to care - but to ask - “What can I do?” or “How can I help?” As a resident, volunteer, Cham- Outstanding New Member ber member and business owner, Ms. by Valerie Mechenbier attended nearly every Chamber lun- Warren truly believes in the saying, Mr. Marty Foster has been selected cheon, seminar and networking event “What you put into life is what you get as the Lakewood Chamber of Com- held over the past 9 months. out of it.” merce Outstanding New Member for Born and raised in Lakewood, For her service to the Lakewood 2015. Marty attended St. Luke (K-8) and Chamber of Commerce, her support of At the Chamber’s Annual Awards graduated in 2002 from St. Edward the business and non-profit communi- Luncheon on June 19th, Lakewood High School where he wrestled. He ties, and for her passion for Lakewood Chamber of Commerce CEO & Presi- holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commu- as a great place to live, work, volunteer, dent Patty Ryan introduced Marty nications from Bowling Green State and do business, the Lakewood Cham- Foster, the Business Development Man- University. Marty lives in Bay Village ber of Commerce is proud to recognize ager for Conexo Communications, as with his wife and two year old son Ms. Julie Warren as their 2015 Business the Chamber’s 2015 Outstanding New (baby #2 due in October) and he is an Person of the Year. Member. Marty handles the Technical assistant coach for the Bay Youth Wres- Julie and Shawn have two daugh- & Customer Support for Conexo, and tling program. ters, Lindy and Audrey, both students is responsible for all marketing efforts. The Chamber is pleased to in Lakewood City Schools. Marty joined the Chamber in October recognize Marty for his numer- Marty Foster is the Lakewood Chamber The Lakewood Chamber of Com- in 2014 and immediately immersed ous and substantial contributions of Commerce 2015 Outstanding New merce presented the 2015 Business himself in Chamber activities. Within to the Chamber’s efforts to retain Member. Person of the Year award to Ms. Julie a few short months Marty joined the and grow membership, and for his 2015-2016 Board of Directors. The Warren at its Annual Awards Lun- Membership & Marketing Task Force, efforts in cultivating relationships Lakewood Chamber of Commerce cheon at Vosh Lakewood on June 19th. volunteered to help organize the Cham- with businesses that seek exposure presented the 2015 Outstanding New ber’s annual holiday party, and served to audiences of 10,000+ via the Taste Member award to Mr. Marty Foster as the corporate sponsorship liaison for of Lakewood. Marty is also one of at its Annual Awards Luncheon at the Taste of Lakewood. Marty has also three new members of the Chamber’s Vosh Lakewood on June 19th.

LakewoodAlive’s Free Front Porch Concert Series Kicks Off July 3 CityWide continued from page 1 and enjoy the music! Bring a lawn chair or Library, Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, Street Sale 8.28.15 – The Womack Family blanket for a great night out. Vance Music Studios, Cox Commu- Band After each concert, Quaker Steak nications, First Federal Lakewood, June 25-June 27 9.04.15 – Cats on Holiday & Lube is the after-party sponsor. Stop Paisley Monkey, Quaker Steak & Lube, Agrwade casrdos,m geifts ,D aneda mlosre 9.11.15 – Ernie Krivda in each week after the music ends for lion and blue, Pillars of Lakewood, the outside Come early, take a stroll and discover food and drink specials all summer. City of Lakewood, LakewoodAlive, (and inside,too) what dining and shopping options Down- The Front Porch Concert Series is and Downtown Lakewood. 15106 Detroit Ave. town Lakewood has to offer. Afterwards, sponsored by Lakewood Hospital, Dis- Visit www.FrontPorchCon- Lakewood,OH 44107 visit Lakewood Public Library to sit back count Drug Mart, Friends of Lakewood certSeries.com for more information. 216-529-2328 lionandblue.com

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Opinion Lakewood Hospital: Taking Sides by Meg Ostrowski has not stopped me from taking a side. ing anything like what Lakewood would Had that happened, the remainder of Taking sides is not easy. It is espe- Mostly in an effort to slow down the lose in the way of jobs should the hospi- council and citizens could have got- cially difficult when you respect and process, as it is apparent that things tal close. Holding the Cleveland Clinic to ten involved earlier and we might be value people and opinions on the other have run amok. The sign in my yard their lease and restoring services would in a much better position than we are side. In the case of Lakewood Hospital, reads: SAVE LAKEWOOD HOSPI- maintain jobs while allowing time for today. The recent missed opportunity it can be divisive. I have experienced TAL. Here’s why. the development of a solid plan, one that to partner with the MetroHealth Sys- this firsthand in recent weeks as I have I am on the side of jobs, good pay- better leverages our assets to minimize tem to operate our hospital is a failure talked and corresponded with friends ing, skilled jobs like most of the 1000+ healthcare job loss and attracts new com- of leadership. Perhaps it is time for a and neighbors about the details and employees at Lakewood Hospital. Our parable wage jobs. change. issues involved. Like me, many have local economy depends on them. Despite I am on the side of transpar- I am on the side of health. That taken the time to review available doc- the “exciting possibilities” the signers of ency. Our elected officials on the means traditional inpatient, out- uments and attend or view community, a recent letter supporting Mayor Sum- Lakewood Hospital Association board patient, emergency and preventive council and opposition meetings. Oth- mers’ plan to demolish the hospital hope had an obligation to share information services, alternative medicine and ers have taken a side based primarily for, I prefer “a bird in the hand.” As of regarding the future of Lakewood Hos- wellness practices. While healthcare on loyalty or rumors. While my quest this writing, no known plans (past or pital long before an announcement of is constantly changing, the mayor for information is never satisfied, this current) hold the possibility of replac- plans to close it was made in January. would have residents believe that with access to recreational opportunities and healthy food we will have little use MetroHealth Is Only A Hurdle for anything more than the proposed needs assessment facility that will offer minimal care. However, the future of Make A Bright Future For Lakewood Hospital healthcare will continue to include the by Amy Dilzell inpatient facility in Lakewood is not tal Association and the Cleveland Clinic full spectrum of services mentioned as Just over a year ago MetroHealth currently part of that strategy. to continue operating Lakewood Hospi- evidenced by those planned and avail- Medical Center presented a solid plan The MetroHealth decision, result- tal until the end of 2026. The Lakewood able at other area facilities. Lakewood for the operation of Lakewood Hospital ing from City Hall’s mishandling of Hospital Association and the Cleveland needs to get in on more than a fraction as an inpatient medical facility well into the future of healthcare in Lakewood, Clinic continue to be obligated to make of the action to maintain and improve the future. The Step Two Committee is not the sounding of a death knell capital improvements to the facility and health. of the Lakewood Hospital Association, for Lakewood Hospital. As noted by to establish “Centers of Excellence” at I am on the side of local. Rais- chaired by the Mayor, pushed that pro- prior contributors to the Observer, in Lakewood Hospital. The Clinic is in ing a family has expanded my heart posal aside while they negotiated with particular Dr. Terrence Kilroy, there control of patient utilization and reve- but shrunk my world. With so much the Cleveland Clinic Foundation a deal is a medical need for Lakewood Hos- nues at Lakewood Hospital. The spickets more activity, I find myself not leav- to close and tear down our hospital. pital and should the hospital close, must be turned back on. The ordinance ing Lakewood (sometimes for weeks) This past week MetroHealth sent there will be too few inpatient medical and agreements must be enforced. in an effort to improve efficiency. Our a letter to City Hall confirming that, beds to meet the needs of Cleveland’s/ Most importantly, as we proceed seniors and economically disadvan- since the time its proposal was sub- Cuyahoga County’s west side. down the road to 2026, City Hall, with taged residents especially benefit from mitted, MetroHealth has developed Moreover, as enacted by Lakewood all due diligence, must protect our asset proximity. Busy families welcome it. In strategies for the physical transfor- Ordinance, there still exist agreements and begin a responsible and transparent the case of emergencies, ALL depend mation of their health system and an between the City, the Lakewood Hospi- community dialogue about the future of on it and it matters. Even the Cleveland healthcare in Lakewood. It is imperative Clinic agrees as stated in their promi- to conduct a comprehensive commu- nent advertising, “…Close Counts.” Let The Light Shine On nity health assessment, fairly engage all I am on the side of Lakewood healthcare systems, independent physi- Hospital. Lakewood Hospital cians and hospital employees. With such To learn more, visit onelakewood. by State Senator Michael Skindell the Mayor’s framing of the “future of collaboration, other communities have com/wellness and savelakewoodhospi- For nearly two years City Hall kept healthcare in Lakewood.” been successful in saving their hospitals. tal.org. the people of Lakewood in the dark Government must be open and regarding a plan to close and tear down participatory. Transparency advances LOCO HOUR EVERY DAY! our Lakewood Hospital. accountability of our public officials. 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opportunities to ask their questions Tom Holland and express their concerns. Judy Montgomery I Can Speak For Myself In our opinion, the Letter of Intent Jane S. Hawthorne represents a promising redirection of Rachel Abernathy by Pam Smith payers. In fact, Chris DeVito does not resources to support health and well- Joe Jankite May 27, 2015 represent us (the 100+ undersigned), ness of our community in the 21st Jim Harris Dear Lakewood City Council Members, each of whom is a resident and tax- Byron Crampton Century. This proposal is a sensible In a recently published letter payer in the City of Lakewood. Leslie Gentile beginning to the serious negotiations to City of Lakewood Law Director Lakewood Hospital is a valuable Mary Warren ahead. Kevin Butler, Chris DeVito, an attor- and important community asset. Since Shawn Warren We ask you to be a part of ney, claimed he is representing “all the proposal concerning its conver- Jacob F. Palomaki, M.D. Lakewood in changing the paradigm residents and taxpayers of the City of sion from an inpatient to an outpatient Jane Gaydos of medical care for now and the future. Jacquie Davis Lakewood.” facility was announced, a number of Help us become a measurably healthy Thomas C. Wagner That letter represents Mr. DeVi- meetings have been held to explain city that is the envy of our neighbors Lisa Cech to’s point of view and mischaracterizes comprehensively the rationale to the and our county. Terry W. Vincent that he represents “all” Lakewood tax- community and to give residents ample We ask you to think boldly and Anne Palomaki welcome community input in the Darren Toms exciting possibilities for the redevelop- Marty Harris How To Save Our Hospital... Diane Helbig ment of a significant parcel of land in by Joe Gombarcik the most important project of all: main- Judy Fitch our densely populated city. Greater Cleveland has just gotten a taining a legacy that involves the health Jeff Johnson little greater. LeBron’s signature moves has and well-being of an entire community? Thank you for your service on our Paul Gaydos given basketball this season the miracle A legacy that is already in place to provide behalf. Kimberly A. Stanuch we needed. It all demonstrates the impor- care – and income – to a city that wants it. Sincerely yours, Missy Toms Linda Beebe tance of total teamwork and total service Would City Hall eliminate whole depart- Sean Brady Warren P. Coleman to the cause. The man is a legacy that ments because of lack of funds? No, we Margo Aprile Mary Anne Crampton Dan Pruitt unites the people of a community, and we have grants for just about every project Tim Kaye Heidi Finniff don’t want to see him leave anytime soon. available. Funneling some money to such Mary Osburn Byron Brubaker a needed effort would keep our full-ser- The same with Lakewood’s full-service Scott Hannah Cynthia Ernest hospital: an under-performing substitute vice facilities intact for years to come. And, Pamela Smith Drucilla Knutsen will misrepresent the community and of course, there are also many donors who Lisa LaRochelle Constance Long let the “team” down. Like LeBron to the would love to have their names on a dedi- Patricia L. Ryan Marie Grossman Cavs, the hospital represents the best of cated hospital wing. Robert N. Gallagher Raymond Long Lakewood, a draw that is a major selling And, with the influx of grants for Eric Lowrey Jessica Ang point of our city. We depend on its ability local building as well as renovation, it Tom Einhouse Leslie Gentile to be when we need it, perhaps not imme- should be possible to use some money Kathy Kosiorek Jeff Greene Carol Rossen diately, but there will come a time when for expansion as well (again, a new Chuck Homer Tom Smith its absence will be felt, especially in the donor’s wing). Come on, people! Let’s Marilyn Rudnick Tom Einhouse Peter Nelson money belt. Our hospital is an important not give up on our hospital because it Doug Hoffman Laurence Heidelberg part of an over-all network that should is a little “inconvenient “at the present. Julie Warren Carol Pruitt There will come a time when we will not be downsized. This city has said it has David Osburn Alysia Wright given its best for its residents. Why let us regret our decision -- and loss of rev- Lucinda Einhouse Chann Fowler-Spellman down now? enue – to abandon the legacy. Or have Rolly Standish Jane Leschnik It has been revealed that Cleveland we forgotten the story of the Cleveland Bonnie Egertson Charles Grossman Clinic is not providing enough funding. Power utility? Kathryn Westlake Lynn Foran If there is an issue with funding, there are Don’t let Lakewood get a reputa- Valerie Mechenbier Betsy Shaughnessy alternative ways to keep the hospital alive. tion of not caring for the health of its Joel Egertson Tina Dolatowski This city thrives on government and pri- residents by letting another commu- Jay Foran Sheila Greene Susan Grimberg vate grants to make projects work, from nity pick up the slack. We can save this Stephanie Reed Daniel Marguiles crosswalks to building removal. Why not hospital...and make it greater! Kathryn Heidelberg David Stein Tony Howard Dan Smigelski Dan Leschnik Reviews Of Recent Releases By Local Bands, Pt. 6 Pam Ehren Bryon DeBoer Dave Mechenbier continued from page 10 your convenience. Isn’t that swell of John Brzytwa Brittany K. O’Connor Dan Brogan way, let me do my real job and tell you me? VOL. 1: 4/5. VOL. 2: 3.5/5. If you’re picky, altogether it’s 7.5/10, or 3.75/5 Vicki Smigelski Chris Bata about the music. Personally, I thought Stergios Lazos Are you a local-ish band? Do you have Katie Romich it was pretty good, though it was kind Susan Jankite a record out? Email vaguelythreatening@ Teresa Ferrara of all over the place. Some of it is pretty Paula Reed Michael Ferrara gmail.com or send it directly to Observer straightforward hardcore punk, “Put Mary Holland Timothy Laskey headquarters: John Kompier, c/o The Your Hand Thru The Plastic” and Rick Reed Patrícia Laskey “Truth Or Consequences” for example, Lakewood Observer, 14900 Detroit Ave- Annette Millisor Sean Brady but some of it, like “Fire In The Church” nue, Suite 205, Lakewood, OH 44107. Keith Kelly Pete Nelson or “The Night,” were decidedly stranger Ken Millisor Nancy Ressler than that, with shifting tempos and dis- sonant guitar noises. “You Got What You Wanted” almost seemed like hard- Robusto & Briar Drive Thru core surf. Cool! Also, if you wanted by Jim O’Bryan to hear three different versions of “I Last week a driver looking to avoid an accident jumped the curb and ran into Can Wait,” look no further. I wouldn’t the recently redone Robusto & Briar Cigar Store at 1388 Riverside Drive. As you can blame you, ‘cause that’s also a pretty see from below the interior is still the nicest cigar store on the Westside. Owner, good song. Volume 2 is mostly the same Patrick Siegel, informed me that business was unaffected and the damage was easy songs, but taken from two different live to forget after a fine cigar. If you have not stopped by, stop by, it’s a beautiful store. shows. It’s at least worth it for the great cover of the Pagans’ “Six And Change.” However, simply because the combined two volumes contain 78 songs and quite a few repeats among them, there is a decent amount of filler. I liked it anyways though, as the best songs are pretty gosh darn good. Oh, hey, even though I reviewed it as one paragraph, I’m going to give it two different ratings, just for

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Lakewood Living In Memorium: Ken Warren, A Founding Father Of The New Lakewood by Tom Bullock the world over, and uniquely, these inter- ing its pages with incisive argument. the healthy attitude of human nature. Lakewood Councilman-At-Large mix in a non-segregated manner on a Now, in its tenth year, the Observer [Such a boy is] looking out from his When I heard the news of Ken War- human scale on front porches across our has been a teacher of and chronicle for corner on such people and facts as pass ren’s passing, my first thought was, “Oh city. Find me another spot in the region our community ever since. Many resi- by, he tries and sentences them on their no. It can’t be. Not someone so bright, that can say the same. Point to another dents have subsequently taken that step merits, in the swift, summary way of talented, and lively – someone who gave spot in Ohio that does it better. over the threshold of uncertainty onto boys, as good, bad, interesting, silly, so much, and who was essential to so I’m convinced that it’s Lakewood’s the path of inquiry that is required of eloquent, troublesome. He cumbers many in Lakewood.” Surely, if anyone richness of neighbor-to-neighbor life, a reporter, the path that sharpens the himself never about consequences, should stay with us well into his nine- our realness, our authenticity, that mind, hones the curiosity, and increases about interests: he gives an indepen- ties to impart wisdom, to mentor, to draws young families to us in higher the intelligence. It was this path to dent, genuine verdict. He … utter[s] teach, to connect today’s events in our numbers than any other Cuyahoga city which Ken was committed so greatly opinions on all passing affairs, which local community to the long thread and and which attracts newcomers from and, by encouraging so many to write, being seen to be not private, but neces- larger story of history -- to do the work out of state to visit, fall in love, make a led so many to walk upon and thereby sary, … sink like darts into the ear of of an elder -- it’s Ken Warren. home here, put down roots here. awaken their greater minds and selves. men, and put them in fear. So many of us have been touched This is what I call the new There is a final persona of Ken War- …Whoso would be a man must be by this man, this remarkable soul. No Lakewood. A city not only of kids and ren that I remember most, and which a nonconformist. He who would gather small number of us have been moved neighbors but of arts, ideas, and both to me, was the most impactful: Ken was immortal palms must not be hindered by to write a memorial column for him, or in action. A city with intelligence— the philosopher of our community, the the name of goodness, but must explore to share a story of how, when our paths and the potential for self-knowledge. Socrates of Lakewood’s Marketplace. To if it be goodness. Nothing is at last sacred crossed with his, our lives were affected. It’s this Lakewood that we’ve seen name him such has a particular meaning: but the integrity of your own mind. Each of us who have written or shared emerging in recent years, with the Ken was not they type of philosopher who If Ken’s sudden passing teaches about Ken are not capturing the entire promise of our best yet to come. retreated to an ivory tower, avoiding people me anything, it’s that life is too short person, nor the whole truth, but only And it’s this community of which and life, but rather the type that put himself not to speak that way, not to follow his the facet or layer of Ken that we knew. Ken Warren was a Founding Father, and squarely at the crossroads where he could example. If I or you have anything of (And he had so many.) This is about the was among the earliest to see, and which observe, interact, teach, and smile. consequence to do, now is the time to Ken that I was honored to know. he helped set into motion by mentoring, As Socrates did, Ken taught the do it! Today is the day to dare it. Ken Warren was a significant civic teaching, challenging, encouraging, and citizens of his day by probing with Life changes swiftly, and in a leader by any definition: his service founding new institutions. questions, throwing them off bal- moment, we are gone. to community institutions was sig- Here are just a few examples: ance, and planting thoughts that were I am glad that Ken wasted none of nificant, and he was a visionary leader As a librarian, Ken expanded the multi-layered seeds that would sprout his precious days on conformity and of Lakewood’s nationally-renowned library beyond a mere warehouse for days later, leaving a person to realize surface niceties, for we would have Library, leading it to the top of opera- books into a knowledge bank that only afterwards that a lesson had been been the lesser for it. tional and programmatic rankings and actively serves as an idea exchange hub taught, wisdom had been gained, and In heaven, there’s a courtyard through a successful expansion and to multiply its community’s self-devel- something had been learned. somewhere where all of history’s phi- modernization. opment and expand its understanding In this role, Ken could provoke losophers meet across time to engage But he was a lot more. of the world. Beautifully, this includes and challenge. His teaching at times face to face in conversation and con- For Ken Warren to pass on so early not only leading speakers and artists came with an edge, and his commen- tinue the journey of consciousness and in his life is for Lakewood to receive coming in person to Lakewood Library, tary on Lakewood civic life would understanding they began on earth. a heavy blow: no less than to lose a but also the Librainium, a hands-on, not pull punches: he saw potential for There, Socrates converses with Aristo- Founding Father of the new Lakewood. sensory development area for infants Lakewood to be its best and did not tle and Confucius, Aquinas and Dante, Those are big words. and toddlers in the children’s room tone down his expectation nor limit his Descartes and Hume, Locke, Nietzche They are no exaggeration. that enables them to participate, in words to pleasing social niceties. and Marx. No doubt they are having Lakewood in recent years, has been an integrated way, in the unfolding of As with any prophet speaking truth a rollicking debate about life’s truths thriving. We have seen an explosion consciousness clustering in the library. to authority, such a call sometimes earned with point, counterpoint, proof, refu- of new businesses, home renovations, As a community leader, Ken initiated resentment and defensiveness due to the tation, fable, and bawdy tale. park improvements, and a reinvestment many creative projects: poetry journals, challenge it presented to the established And I know, beyond a shadow of a in our schools and library. But more literary readings, and the early stages order, and, more difficult still, due to the doubt, Ken Warren is there now, con- than that, we’ve seen an upwelling of of LEAF, Lakewood’s first community provocation to each of us to dig deep, to versing with his fellow philosophers dynamism amongst our citizens—our supported agriculture group, a principle- grow personally, to expand the frontiers and poets. people—who, more than infrastructure in-action practice that continues to this of our souls and ourselves. As usual, Ken’s ahead of us. or commerce, are the bedrock of our day and teaches families throughout town I’m reminded of a passage from Save us a seat, Ken. In the mean- community. It’s the people of Lakewood the delights of cooking garlic scapes and Ralph Waldo Emerson’s, “Self-Reliance”: time, we’ll carry on our work here in whom I most love, and it was Ken who kohlrabi in season—and how much they The nonchalance of boys who … Lakewood, inspired by your spark of taught me to take delight in them. don’t miss frozen boxes of chicken fingers would disdain as much as a lord to consciousness, inquiry, play, enter- Here’s what Ken saw, and called to from the big box store. do or say aught to conciliate one, is prise, vision and mischief. our attention: Lakewood residents today Ken also teamed up with Jim are pursuing the arts, cottage industries, O’Bryan and Steve Davis to found the fascinating hobbies, artisan businesses, Lakewood Observer, the first-of-its-kind Michelle Mehaffey Taylor Listing Specialist with EZ Sales Team at Keller Williams backyard sustainability projects, and citizen newspaper in Ohio, if not the garage rock bands. They are thought- country. This was a journal that invited fully engaging their neighbors in the all citizens to become observers, thinkers, Your Lakewood Neighbor ideas of the age. They are teaching their writers, and teachers of their fellow neigh- aNd reaL estate expert kids how to be responsible citizens--and bors, and was founded with the invitation how to experience the sheer joy of honk- that Lakewood become a community that “I’m proud to call Lakewood my home. As a resident and full-time Realtor, I offer first hand knowledge in selling your Lakewood home for maximum market value and strive to provide ing the horn of a giant fire engine. They knew itself better than any other. a stress-free experience.” -Michelle Mehaffey Taylor are challenging their elected officials to As well as co-founder, Ken was be transparent, thoughtful, and dedi- writer, recruiter, editor, researcher, and cated, always, to the people. newspaper delivery boy for the Observer. • Comprehensive marketing to largest range of qualified Buyers • Exceptional personalized service and consistent communication Ken saw that this dynamic city is With Ken, and with the columns of • Exclusive representation and no “junk-fee’s” actually made up of many communi- Gordon Brumm, our assiduous prac- ties layered one upon another, and that titioner of disciplined logic (another together they create a social mosaic that is talent Lakewood lost in recent years), Considering selling your home? Contact Michelle today for a listing consult. at once fascinating, maddening, absurd, the Lakewood Observer embarked 216.233.8316 [email protected] beautiful, and inspiring. In Lakewood with an improbably disproportionate we find a microcosm of people and ideas number of philosophical writers grac-

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Lakewood Living Sports, Pets, And A Happy Ending... My Decade With The Observer by Mike Deneen them many “scrapbook memories” causes like Haiti and childhood can- owner from a gas leak. Ten years ago I was invited to become over the years….because that is what cer. St. Edward faculty and students My all-time favorite Observer item part of the Lakewood Observer. I was high school sports are all about. have shown strong commitment to the was a pet story. In 2006 we featured an thrilled with the opportunity. Although I’ve also tried to find other untold school’s mission of “servant leadership”. abandoned dog named Charlie that I did not choose a journalism career, I Lakewood sports stories. Back in 2007 I I’ve had great fun with with pet sto- was staying at the Lakewood Animal always enjoyed writing. In my younger wrote a feature about the many Lakewood ries at the Observer. Before 2005, I had Shelter. He suffered from heartworm days, I wrote for student newspapers at women in the Burning River Roller Girls, already been a volunteer for CCLAS and and was badly underweight. We ran both St. Edward High School and North- a local roller derby team. I was incredibly Friends of the Lakewood Dog Park, so I his photo in the paper, hoping to find western University. I loved telling stories, impressed with their toughness, passion, was already familiar with Lakewood’s love someone to adopt the little fellow. There and I loved the people of Lakewood. I first and camaraderie. The same goes for my of animals. However, I’ve learned so much were no takers after a couple days, but moved here as a teenager in 1983, and I 2012 story on Amber Barrick, a Lakewood more since joining the Observer. In addi- I was very touched by his story. So I eventually bought my own Lakewood woman that played quarterback for the tion to CCLAS and FLDP, I’ve discovered decided to bring Charlie home, and home in 1997. Previous to joining the Cleveland Fusion, a pro football team. great Lakewood groups like “All Dogs haven’t regretted it for a moment since. Observer, I had been active in numerous Perhaps my most unique story was 2006 Heaven” and “My Best Friends Bowl”. He fell in love with his new home, and community activities…those experiences piece about Nicky Gerome, the Lakewood Lakewood citizens volunteer thousands is now leading a charmed Lakewood made me fall in love with Lakewood’s woman who founded the official Browns of hours annually for the betterment of life (just like his daddy). people. Although our city’s population Backers Club of Antarctica. our four-legged friends. It’s no surprise, I want to thank everyone that has is extremely diverse, the traits of passion, Our schools have always been a great because Lakewood has always had heart. made this project possible. I’m not just creativity, and intelligence are widespread. source of stories for the Observer. The Of course, the love of people for their an Observer writer, but also an avid Back in 2005, corporate media commitment of teachers, faculty, and stu- animals is a two-way relationship. I’ve Observer reader. I anxiously await each consolidation was already well under- dents in this town is amazing. Last year I had the pleasure of writing about some issue, and love reading Lakewood’s sto- way. The Internet devastated revenue did a story on LEAF’s “Farm to School” heroic pets that have served humans very ries and seeing its photographs. The for major newspapers like the Plain program at Garfield Middle School. LEAF well. Earlier this year I profiled Madi- “experts” said the Observer would fold Dealer, reducing the size of newsrooms worked with Garfield teachers to teach son, the formerly homeless pooch that within six months….but our talented and adversely impacting news cover- kids the importance of healthy eating. became a Therapy Dog at Lakewood writers, editors, and photographers have age of Lakewood. The Lakewood Sun The LHS Marching Band has also been a High School. In 2006 I profiled Stoney, bucked the odds for a decade. I can’t Post, which for years had been the pri- popular subject over the years…their hard a former shelter dog that rescued his wait to write about the next ten years. mary news outlet for local stories, had work and great talent have brightened not become an affiliate of the PD and lost just football games, but major events like much of its local focus. A void existed the Fourth of July parade. for news by and about Lakewood, and I’ve also enjoyed doing stories about The River Was Only A Minor Hurdle we were happy to fill that role. my high school alma mater. We covered During my time as an Observer some of the high profile sports events For Lakewood’s Fran Bibbs they have brought to the city, includ- writer, I have primarily written about by Laura Hammel from 1965-1975 before she expanded local sports. Most of these articles ing the 2007 Ohio State/Northwestern The Cuyahoga River is often the her own training barn in Olmsted Falls. focused on Lakewood Ranger athletics, wrestling match held at St. Edward and “line of demarcation” between the west After learning to teach from her mom and which had largely fallen off the PD/Sun the 2014 nationally televised ESPN foot- side and east side. But for horse lovers completing a successful amateur showing Post radar by 2005. It has been a plea- ball game at First Federal of Lakewood in the 1960s and 1970s, there were very career, including a first place in hunt seat sure meeting so many hard working Stadium. I’ve particularly enjoyed writ- few places to take lessons, trail ride and equitation at the competitive 1970 Cha- coaches and students over the years. ing about the Eagles’ charity efforts. We learn about equestrian sports—so the grin Valley Hunter Jumper Classic, Cathy Some programs and athletes achieved spotlighted their monthly community river was barely a deterrent for deter- Bibbs(Cornell), Fran’s daughter, turned championships, while others struggled. meals, which have helped struggling mined riders. Lakewood Stables, owned pro at the age of 16 to assist with train- Win or lose, the Rangers have always Lakewood residents since 1994. We also and operated in the 1940s – 1970s by ing and teaching. Today, Cathy trains at treated me well. I hope that I have given covered their fundraising efforts for Sonny Walters, was one such place. You Equine Differences in Oberlin. might recognize it more readily by its A number of east side trainers, like current name, Rocky River Stables. Cari Gleeson of Stepping Stone Farm Lakewood Stables was run by two in Chagrin Falls and Carol Lewis of trainers, the notable dressage expert Craighead Farm in Novelty, recall tak- Michael Von der Nonne and the formi- ing lessons with either Fran or Cathy 216-376-4633 dable Fran Bibbs. Fran, who taught a at Lakewood Stables. Today, they ride basic balanced seat riding technique on and train some of the best horses and We Specialize in ALL Concrete Jared Evans a string of lesson horses, owned and ran students on the east side—with a little Colored, Stamped Patios, Driveways, Sidewalks [email protected] the riding school at Lakewood Stables bit of help from their instructors from across the river. 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Lakewood Living Citywide Street Sale! by Paula Reed from all over. on any or all of the days. balloons, a brochure with tips on hold- The sixth annual Citywide Street Downtown Lakewood Business DLBA has put together garage sale ing a successful garage sale, pricing Sale occurs Thursday, Friday & Sat- Alliance, a program of LakewoodAlive, kits to help publicize your sale, available tags and stickers. urday, June 25th through June 27th. Lakewood’s non-profit economic for $10 at lion and blue, 15106 Detroit, Take advantage of this opportu- Residents and merchants combine to development organization, invites or Paisley Monkey, 14417 Detroit. The nity to recycle things you no longer host this three-day shopping bonanza merchants and residents throughout kits include a CityWide Street Sale yard need and make some money in the that draws bargain-hunting shoppers the city to participate by holding a sale sign and poster, 9 red, white and blue meantime! Don’t want to host a sale? Go on a treasure hunt—you never know what cool stuff you’ll find as you explore the Summers Seeks Re-Election As Mayor city! Grab a friend, search out the street sales and have lunch at one of Lake- tively in an increasingly fragmented Areawide Coordinating Agency and continued from page 1 wood’s many cool eateries. Don’t forget world of print, broadcast and elec- as an active member of the First Sub- to visit merchant sidewalk sales, as in our safety forces to additional train- tronic formats. urbs Consortium. they’ll be offering huge discounts—up ing, and to the installation of video “If given the opportunity to Prior to becoming mayor, Mike to 90% off—on their clearance mer- cameras at our parks. continue to serve as mayor of this Summers was elected to Lakewood chandise. Don’t miss this fun event! 6) Living within our means: The great city of Lakewood, I would con- City Council in 2007 to represent Ward city has made focused and disciplined tinue to focus on these strengths,” 3. He also served eight years on the cost reductions without increasing said Summers. “My strongest case Lakewood Board of Education, includ- from Wittenberg University, Spring- taxes. for re-election is that I have gov- ing service as president in 1999 and field, Ohio. 7) Beautifying the city: Lakewood erned well. I have poured my heart 2003. In addition to his public service, Want to get involved with the cam- has invested thoughtfully to add to its and soul into my responsibilities as Summers also has a long history as a paign? Mayor Summers is hosting a attractiveness, protect our health and mayor. I am not doing this because I community volunteer. Campaign Volunteer Meet & Greet at provide economic stability long into am a career politician or to find my Mayor Summers owned, and was the Kiwanis Club Pavilion at Lakewood the future. next job in politics.” president of, Summers Rubber Com- Park at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25. 8) Faced the realities of our “I am doing this because Lakewood pany for 32 years. Under his leadership, We’re also looking for volunteers to challenges: Summers has addressed is my home, my children’s home, and Summers Rubber grew to a company march with the mayor in the Fourth challenges, from legal threats to state my passion.” with 60 employees and eight branch of July Parade. Sign up to walk in the budget cuts to the housing crisis, in Mayor Mike Summers was locations. parade, pick up your T-shirt, and say a measured and effective manner. appointed by City Council on Jan- Mayor Summers is a gradu- hello. For more information, check out Front and center is his leadership uary 2, 2011 to fill the unexpired ate of Lakewood High School, class “Mayor Mike Summers” on Facebook. responding to the threat against term of Ed Fitzgerald, who had been of 1972. He earned an MBA from Call 216-309-2280 or send an Lakewood Hospital’s viability and elected to the post of Cuyahoga Northwestern University’s Kellogg email to Info@VoteMayorSummers. the vitality of our downtown district County Executive. With a stamp School of Management, and a B.A. com for more information. caused by deteriorating inpatient of approval from the voters, Mayor volumes. Summers was elected to a full term 9) Improved communication: in November of 2011. As mayor, Mike Summers has redoubled efforts to Summers has served on the board communicate to our citizens effec- of directors for the Northeast Ohio

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