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Brownie Girl Scouts from Troop #71092 kept warm serving customers at their drive-up cookie booth by Erin Randel individual and troop goals, and got impor- The Girl Scouts in Brownie Troop #71092 tant experience marketing their products, and Cadette Troop #71440 appreciate the loudly! They practiced teamwork in taking support shown by the neighborhood at turns for the various jobs at the booth, im- by John Boksansky pleased with the turn out. Triozi comment- their recent “drive-thru” cookie booths at proved their people skills in serving cus- Residents, property and business owners ed, “you know folks came out in numbers, the LaSalle Theater. Northeast Shores was tomers driving every which way, and most met on Tuesday evening February 24, 2015 even in this cold North coast evening and kind enough to provide the space and pro- important, had lots of fun despite the cold. at Villa Angela St Joseph’s Gymnasium to dream about a better tomorrow for our motion to the troops, which together serve Both troops are planning camping trips view data maps and share goals and dreams community.” Frank Barresi, Proprietor of more than 35 girls in the Collinwood/Eu- and will be making choices over the com- for planning the future of East 185th Street. Marin’s Men’s Wear on East 185th Street clid area. Over the two Friday nights, the ing months on how to spend their earnings The planning effort utilized the Transpor- stated, “We look forward to the future girls sold more than 350 boxes of cookies on leadership development experiences tation of Livable Communities Initiative planning efforts in helping the district to for a profit of almost $250 (the troop keeps including field trips, badge programs, and (TLCI) funding from the Northeastern realize its full potential. We are thankful to about 69¢ per box sold). community service projects. Ohio Area-wide Coordinating Agency the community for the great turn out and The girls earned credit towards their (NOACA). The planning study is being look forward to working with the consul- sponsored by The Cuyahoga County Plan- tants, Cuyahoga County Planning Com- ning Commission, The City of Euclid, The mission, the Cities of Cleveland, Euclid as Teacher of the Year City of Cleveland, Northeast Shores as well well as Northeast Shores.” as local businesses and institutions. “The TLCI program has been an effec- Tom Evans, Lead Planner and the staff tive planning event for us before and it has from URS (AECOM) Corporation facili- produced a plan of action to assist com- tated the meeting. Mr. Evans stated, “We munities with enhancing the quality of life had over 120 attendees at the E 185th Street through the planning of transportation- planning study meeting. I know the crowd focused projects that support the goals of vastly exceeded everyone’s expectations NOACA’s long-range transportation plan,” and the dialogue and input generated was stated Brian Friedman, Executive Direc- amazing. The level of interest tonight is in- tor of Northeast Shores. Friedman further spiring and energizing to everyone on the stated that, “The plan will address a number Teacher of the Year Hillary Kaput and her class team.” of issues including travel options through by Sarah Myers school improvement team afterschool. Ward 8 Councilman Michael D. Po- complete streets, increasing user safety in Who has the Teacher of the Year for all Mrs. Kaput was first picked as Teacher lensek as well as City of Euclid Councilman the corridor, promoting the reinvestment Imagine Schools in Northeast Ohio? That of the Year for Imagine Bella and then she Kristian Jarosz were also in attendance and in underutilized or vacant/abandoned would be right here at Imagine Bella Acad- moved onto the regional round. At the participated in the meeting. “We look for- properties, supporting economic develop- emy of Excellence. Hillary Kaput started regional level, Mrs. Kaput participated in ward to the future, working together with ment through place-based transportation at Imagine Bella Academy of Excellence additional observations and interviews the citizens to realize a workable plan for and land use recommendations, gaining in 2010 as a Kindergarten teacher and won from colleagues to be awarded Teacher of the future of the East 185th Street area, public input at this meeting tonight as well teacher of the year in her current position the Year for Northeast Ohio. Imagine Bella “stated Councilman Jarosz. as encouraging collaboration between re- as a second grade teacher. Mrs. Kaput is so proud to have this amazing teacher as Bob Triozi, neighborhood resident was gional and community partners.” strives for academic growth for all stu- part of our great team that is always grow- dents, a positive classroom culture through ing towards excellence. morning meeting, and works as part of the Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Collinwood Spring Fling
by Tierra Come join us for our Collinwood Spring Fling on Friday, April 10, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Collinwood Recreation Center, 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard. Sign up for Spring programs and Camp Forbes.
Food, neighborhood information, outdoor activities and meet and greet with Councilman Polensek and Commander Hill.
Vendors welcome to showcase our neighborhood services. Visit the recreation center for an application. Table cost is $10.00 (cash or money order), to benefit the recreation center’s programs
Call Tierra or Lashonn at (216) 420-8323 for more information.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny was a huge success. Thanks to the Salvation Army for hosting and the VASJ students for helping. Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 7 • Issue 4 April 2015 April 2015 The Collinwood Observer Volume 7 • Issue 4 Page 3
Community Upcoming Events
Councilman’s Corner - Spring !? COMMUNITY MEETINGS Pancake Breakfast April 19, 2015 at One Night Equals a Whole Year of by Michael D. forward to working in my own yard; how- Polensek ever, in order to have a community we can Let’s make a neighborhood resolution for the St. Mary’s Parish Hall Fun and Learning new year – check out the block clubs. It takes Has Spring finally be proud of we all need to step up and clean just one evening a month, it often involves by Bill Kirchner kids 10 and under for all-you-can-eat pan- The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news Sprung? I hope up. food, you get an up-close view of neighbors The Collinwood Nottingham Village De- cakes, sausage, coffee, milk and juice. source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local so. What a win- Some project updates: Resurfacing of you didn’t know, you hear what’s going on velopment Corporation will be the hosting Tickets will be available at the event or business dedicated to the development of grass roots and you can seize the moment and ask why. media and increased connectedness of the citizens, ter. Freezing cold, Lakeshore Boulevard will begin as soon as Or why not. Stick this list on the refrigerator. a Pancake Breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 can be purchased in advance from The Col- civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in snow and now the sewer work is completed which should Or on your iPhone. p.m. on April 19, 2015 at St. Mary’s Parish linwood Nottingham Village Development and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. potholes. On that be in the next few weeks. Portions of the Hall 15519 Holmes Ave. Cleveland 44110. Corporation. For more information or to Collinwood Homeowners’ & Tenants’ Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for help volunteer call 216-383-9722. The Collinwood Observer note, please call Boulevard are now being ground down Association First Wednesday, 7 pm, th 650 E. 185 street (216) 664-2510 or in anticipation of resurfacing. The Water- St. Mary’s School, 15519 Holmes Ave. Cleveland, OH 44119 the Mayor’s Action loo Streetscape project is almost complete Center at (216) 664-2900, to report any and a final punchlist is being reviewed. E185 Street Block Watch Spring Sale of Books and AV materials Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. hazardous road condition, whether it be We are still in discussions with Cleveland Second Tuesday, 6 pm, Lithuanian All rights reserved. Any reproduction is Village Hall, 877 E185 (rear entrance). your street or in the neighborhood. It goes MetroParks with regard to our commu- Kiddie City children at Memphis Kiddie Park forbidden without written permission. without saying that I am not too happy nity’s request for Lifeguards/Water safety Nottingham Civic Club by Sherrie Zagorc Call Jen Boger or Dayna White at 216-481- PUBLISHER with the City’s response to road conditions personnel at Euclid Beach & Villa Angela. Third Tuesday, 7 pm. Nottingham United Meth- Join us for five hours of fun for adults on 9044 for tickets or more information. John Copic, [email protected] odist Church, 18316 St Clair. including the dirt and filth that litters both With the parks and beach front being more Saturday, April 18th and you’ll help give 72 As a nonprofit child care center, Kid- ADVERTISING John Copic, 216.505.0185 sides of virtually every street in our com- heavily used than ever in the past, we be- E156 Street Block Watch children and their teachers many days of die City Child Care Community’s board munity, and in fact, the entire City. The lieve this is critical for the safety of our Third Wednesday, 6 pm. M&M Bar-B-Que, fun learning for an entire year! You can be of directors and staff strive to provide the 15116 Lakeshore Blvd at E152. WRITERS: Nancy Daley, Marguerite DiPenti, City Administration and the Public Works families, especially those with small chil- a partner in education when you join us for best education for the children in our Eu- Darece Daniels, Stephen Love, Laurie Department needs to understand that dren. To express your concerns there are Northeast Shores Development Corp our adult Kiddie City Funds for Fun event clid area. We widen our children’s world Henrichsen, Erin Randel, Bill Kirchner, Books galore at the Euclid Public Library Friends’ street repair and street sweeping MUST be petitions floating about in the community NSDC holds its quarterly meetings, open to all, Saturday is a good day to shop. at the East Side Irish American Club on when we take them to Playhouse Square, Elva Brodnick, Gail Greenberg, Monique made a priority, once again, as it once was or online at https://www.facebook.com/ members and public, on the third Tuesday of Book Sale Christian-Long, Sarah Myers, Suphie Lake Shore Blvd. on Saturday, April 18th. the Cleveland Botanical Gardens or even “in the day.” LIFEGUARDSEUCLIDBEACH or http:// January, April, July and October, at 6:30 pm, at by Bonita Kale There are also a lot of novels, mysteries, Wesner, Sarah Gyorki, Sr. Madeline Muller, our lovely new rec center. These meetings are Tickets for our pasta buffet dinner with the Memphis Kiddie Park. Visits from After six months of sorting and a frantic science fiction and fantasy. Sherrie Zagorc, Louise Foresman, Kathy If there is a water leak on your street tinyurl.com/kc9rve5. well worth attending, all kinds of neighborhood- snacks and beverages, beer and wine are The Beck Center’s Miss Tracy with her day of set-up, the Spring Book Sale, held Large print books and children’s/young Hughes, Councilman Michael Polensek, please call the Division of Water call (216) I am looking forward, as I am sure you wide initiatives come up for discussion. $30 per person, $55 per couple and $275 for guitar and Mr. Hassam with his African by the Friends of the Euclid Public Library, adult books are in their own categories. Bonita Kale, Allison Lukacsy, George Blade, 664-3060 directly. Streetlights that are are, to a very productive Spring and Sum- a table of 10. Dance with DJ Dennis from drum and storytelling, enrich their lives Collinwood/Nottingham Historical Society will be on April 25th and 26th, with a pre- Even if you’re an adult, check out the chil- Jeanne Coppla out can be turned into (216) 664-3156 and mer. There are a number of projects and Second Thursday of the month, St Mary’s Platinum Entertainment (and Platinum with music, dancing, and the verbal word. view night for members on the 24th. There dren’s books. Often, they have the most in- abandoned cars on the street can be turned initiatives we are actively working on. Stay Church Hall, 15519 Holmes Avenue, beginning Auto too) and take a chance on some won- Science, math, social/emotional skills, Photography: John Copic, Liz Copic, at 6:30 pm. will be one table of special books with teresting information and the best pictures. in directly to the 5th District Commander’s tuned regarding the renovation of the new derful auction items and raffles. Act like a language – all of these and many more Stephen Love, Sarah Gyorki higher prices. Aside from that, hardbound Euclid Public Library, 631 E. 222nd St., office at (216) 623-5505. Veteran’s Park (formerly Triangle Park) at kid one more time, have some great food learning opportunities are addressed as we books are 50¢; paperbacks (including large Euclid, OH 44123 The views and opinions expressed in this Now that Spring is here – I respectfully East 174th Street and Nottingham Road as through August, which were a great success and lots of fun for a great cause. Contrib- venture out in our rented Willo Transpor- ones) are 25¢. DVDs are $2.00; most other Friday, April 24, 2015, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 publication are those of each writer, and not ask all residents to stand on your front well as the proposed construction of a new last year; more information will be forth- ute to our basket raffle as an individual or tation mini buses or welcome guests into audio-visual media are $1.00 or less. Mate- p.m. Members preview night. The library is those of the publisher, editor or any other entity. sidewalk and take a look at your property. Oliver Hazard Perry Elementary School coming. For more information go to www. business and we’ll be doubly appreciative. our classrooms. rials have been collected for half a year, and closed, so there will be a line outside. Bring The Collinwood Observer is powered by: If your yard is a mess – like most of us at (between Schenely and Harland Avenues, CollinwoodObserver.com website. include both library cancels and donations. your card, ask to be looked up or you can this time of the year – get out there, if you off East 185th Street). In addition, we will As always I may be reached at my office at The books are roughly sorted by broad join at the door for $5.00. Events at the Collinwood can, weather permitting – and start the once again have the Friday Night evening (216) 664-4236 or via email at mpolensek@ Can You Believe library number categories. You might find Saturday, April 25, 2015, 9:00 a.m. to clean-up process. I myself am not looking concerts at Euclid Beach Park from June clevelandcitycouncil.org. Neighborhood Catholic a book on plumbing, gardening, business, 4:00 p.m. This is a good day to come; there It’s Our 9th Year Ministries House cooking, animal care, child care, or health, all are tons of books, and it’s not crowded. by Sherrie Zagorc in the 600s (Technology), or something about Sunday, April 26th, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 To submit a story, go to www.collinwoodobserver. As the founder Your Child, Your School, Your Story movies, opera, crafts, or football in the 700s p.m. Bag Day. You buy a paper grocery bag com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on and chairperson by Julia DiBaggio gift card to Dave’s Supermarket and $25 in the reverse side of both the essay and the Submit Story, and start writing. (Arts and Recreation). If history and travel is for $3.00 and fill it up. of the E. 200th Choosing a high quality school is impor- gift certificates to the Coit Road Farmer’s picture. your thing, wander over to the 900s. Com- The library is easy to find. It’s on East Next deadline: April 25, 2015. Street Stroll, I tant for your child’s future. It is the basis Market. There will be 20 families selected Contact information including parent’s You can mail your stories to the Collinwood puters are in the 000s (General Works), along 222nd Street, north of I-90/OH-2. Coming know why I love for your child’s primary education. This to be included in the printed book. full name, address, and phone number. Observer office at 650 E. 185th Street, with journalism, Bigfoot, and flying saucers. from the freeway, you turn right immedi- and promote is a decision many of you recently made, We are looking for the following: Essays must be no more than one page. Cleveland, OH 44119. And the 300s contain all the stuff about hu- ately after you see the Veterans’ Memorial, this community event throughout Euclid. and it probably wasn’t easy as there are A picture created by your child about Drawings must be 5x7, 8.5x11 or similar man society and how it works–from econom- which includes a Vietnam-era tank. I’ve expressed my devotion to our street, more options than ever before. We want to their favorite part the school day. proportion. ics to politics to true crime. community organizations, and our Stroll share your story to help families make an In essay form: Entries should be mailed in flat envelope, volunteers for the past 8 years. In our 9th No matter how informed decision on where to send their The reason why you chose the school or dropped off to: Get in on the 8th annual year, I think you have heard enough of my children. Your stories will be used to create your child is attending. How you think this Julia DiBaggio words and I want you to know why others by Sr. Madeline Muller long the winter, a book for Collinwood families that will be decision will impact your child’s future? Northeast Shores Development in our community believe in the power of Collinwood Neighborhood Catholic choosing a school. This book will use your What do you envision for your child’s fu- 317 East 156th Street Spring is our Stroll. I give a big thank you to some Ministries House story, and showcase artwork created by ture? Cleveland, OH 44110 of our Super Strollers and hope that all of 15706 St. Clair Avenue; 216-481-8182 your child. Entries are due April 10, 2015. For questions, contact Julia DiBaggio at sure to follow. our Euclid residents and guests experience Creative Painting - If art is on your bucket As a token of our thanks, the first 40 par- All entries must include parent’s first 216-481-7660 or jdibaggio@northeasts- this year’s Stroll on Saturday, May 30, 2015 list, or even if it isn’t, try these ticipating families will receive both a $25 name, child’s first name, age, and school on hores.org. ~Proverb from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday morning art experiences and Sarah Gyorki, “My whole family loves discover the artist within! NO experience 2015 the Stroll because it’s such a fun day out in necessary! April 4, 18 and May 2, 16 - 10 the community. We love seeing friends and to 12:30 Tree Stewards Wanted neighbors, all the free activities, the food Knitting and Crocheting - knitters and crocheters meet to create some beautiful by Julia DiBaggio attend complimentary training workshops. community and the entertainment. It’s such a great lap blankets and scarves. These gifts are do- Collinwood is getting street trees. The sites To become a tree steward, you must: Opportunity to learn basic arboriculture way to enjoy the neighborhood!” nated to residents of some nursing homes have been selected, and now we are in need Attend four workshops skills and share your skills and passion Don Novak, “I like that volunteers work in the area. Come and join the community of residents to care for these trees that will Believe in the value of trees to a commu- with others on the Stoll and that helps the city.” fun and sharing! April 10, 17, 24 and May be planted in fall 2015. Tree stewards will nity Meet new people who share similar be- Dana Heil, “Why is the Stroll important? 8, 15, 22, 29 Friday afternoons from 2 – 4 provide quality tree care and increase pub- Have an interest in arboriculture liefs and enjoy caring for the outdoors Each year I get to meet new residents as Bereavement Series - Feelings of loss come lic awareness and appreciation for sustain- Ability to do moderately physical work The tree steward program is a joint, vol- well as long-time residents. Everyone is so to us in many ways. Come and join the able urban forests. As a tree steward, you Benefits include: unteer certification program led by West- friendly and this event has helped me to grief support series. You may come to all 6 will ensure every tree planted is properly Complimentary classes, tools, invita- ern Reserve Land Conservancy & Holden start relationships that have become im- or just a few. We guarantee you will find cared for. To do so, you will engage neigh- tions to special events and recognition pro- Arboretum. For more information, contact portant to me both personally and profes- the experience helpful! April 16, 23, 30 and bors and community groups to help pro- grams Julia DiBaggio at 216-481-7660. sionally.” May 7, 14, 21- 3 – 4 on the Thursdays listed. mote the Urban Tree Canopy. You will also Opportunity to make a difference in the The Euclid Symphony Orchestra partici- BRICK Ceramics Studio Opening pates as an organization in the Stroll letting Prayer Group - Let us join together to Pray by Julia materials, and many other items used to the Euclid community know that Euclid for Peace in the City! All are welcome April Collinwood Neighborhood DiBaggio furnish the studio and to start their gallery has its own non-profit orchestra. We pass 18, May 2 - Saturday from 1 – 2 Psychodynamic Therapy BRICK Ce- and classroom. Please consider donating to out magnets listing the dates of our perfor- Expungement Clinic - The Clinic runs Catholic Ministries ramic + their campaign and take a moment to share mances at Shore Cultural Centre. We also from 10 until 2 on May 16 but you need Danielle J. Dronet 15706 St. Clair Avenue Design Stu- their project with your friends and family. let strollers know that we are always look- an appointment. Call for an appointment: Cleveland, OH 44110 dio is almost open. They are pleased to To see BRICK’s campaign on April 6, 2015 ing for musicians. 216-481-8182 LISW-S, LICDC If you are interested in any of these oppor- Mary Ellen Brinovec announce that on Monday, April 6, 2015 go to www.kickstarter.com and search Check out our website at www.e200s- [email protected] they are launching their Kickstarter fund- BRICK Ceramics Studio Opening. For treetstroll.com and our Facebook page for tunities; Please call 216-481-8182 or email 216-407-1836 raising campaign to help raise $11,000 for more information about BRICK visit www. Stroll updates. Do you have questions or Sr. Mary Ellen Brinovec at mebrinovec@ 216.501.1730 [email protected] the building of a gas kiln, which requires brickceramics.com and www.facebook. want to participate? Call 216-798-7089 or ursulinesisters.org or Sr. Madeline Muller extensive labor and a large quantity of com/BRICKceramics. Email [email protected] at [email protected]
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Allison’s Page Cleveland Metroparks Continues Significant Improvements at Cleveland’s Euclid Beach, Villa Angela and Wildwood Parks Donate Now to The Lakefront Literacy Project newspapers catering to both children and @ www.facebook.com/lakefrontliteracy. ing radius up to 1 hour for an additional fee. adults and our English and Russian speak- For a $25 donation your name printed Does this project sounds great to you? ing North Collinwood neighbors. on a custom-designed LLP bookplate in a Would you like to get even more involved What we need, the bulk of the work for book of your choosing (tell us the title you above and beyond supporting the cam- this project is organizing and a lot of volun- want, up to $15.00 MSRP). And a “Thank paign? Volunteers, have an hour to spare? teer hours, but we still need cold, hard cash You” shout out on our Facebook page @ Email us at [email protected] The Lakefront Literacy Project is bringing books and to make our vision a reality! www.facebook.com/lakefrontliteracy. and let us know of your interest and avail- a love of learning to Euclid Beach Park this summer! Most of our funds will go to purchase For a $45 donation your name printed ability for staffing the library. The position is by Allison Lukacsy a safe and sturdy book cart and racks for on a custom-designed LLP bookplate in a fun and easy and yes you can sit down and Imagine clear blue skies, gently lapping magazines, as well as marketing materi- book of your choosing (tell us the title you read a magazine on the job! Beachfront Euclid Beach Live Euclid Beach Live Pedestrian Bridge waves, sand shifting under your toes. But als to let people know about our project want, up to $20.00 MSRP). Plus your name Books and more books (and magazines). what’s missing? A book! Thanks in part to and the big kickoff. Of course, we also laser engraved on a plaque to be displayed Spring clean your bookshelves and donate by Cleveland Metroparks, cluding bird walks, an exploration hike, a is also under construction and is scheduled above average occurrences in both quantity a grant from Neighborhood Connections, will need to buy books and periodical sub- permanently at this library. And a “Thank the books your children outgrew, the best- Communications Division watercolor class, nature-play programs for for completion by June 1. and severity of water quality advisory days. in summer 2015 The Lakefront Literacy scriptions and sustain the library’s collec- You” shout out on our Facebook page @ seller you read once and never will again, It’s hard to believe that only 21 months have parents and preschoolers, a volunteer plant- Euclid Beach will see the creation of a However daunting these conditions seem, Project is bringing literature and a love of tion throughout the summer. Above and www.facebook.com/lakefrontliteracy. the magazines collecting dust on your cof- passed since the historic transfer of lake- ing session at Wildwood, and of course the beautiful new $1.5 million pier that will the Park District does not consider them learning to Cleveland’s Euclid Beach Park’s beyond our $500 goal and we can amp up For a $300 donation every perk from the fee table. Email us at read.euclidbeach@ front property brought Euclid Beach, Villa immensely popular weekly live music event take visitors out over the water complete insurmountable. lakefront with a custom-crafted mobile the awesome (think: free food, giveaways) “Literary Lover” level and a 5-course din- gmail.com and let us know you’re happy to Angela and Wildwood parks to Cleveland Euclid Beach LIVE that drew thousands of with ADA accessibility, decorative light- Further evaluation is planned for this library, part of the renowned “Little Free at our Kickoff Celebration at Euclid Beach ner for two, catered by a retired chef. A purge and donate! We’ll be accepting books Metroparks. visitors. The Friday night concert series will ing and fishing access. Construction of the spring, including a wave analysis study. All Library” network. Park on May 30, 2015! custom menu will be designed by the chef on May 30, 2015 but if you’re in Cleveland, Since that time, the Park District has return for the 2015 season in an expanded pier is slated to begin in fall 2015 for a 2016 of the data collected will then be considered This free library dreamed up by North For a $1 donation you will receive a “Thank and served at our renovated home in North we’d be more than happy to make your load been working simultaneously on assessing format. opening date. and potential solutions will be investigated. Collinwood residents Ali Lukacsy, Emily You” shout out on our Facebook page @ Collinwood near the Beachland Ballroom, lighter sooner! long-term needs and capital improvements, The activities of 2014 were just the be- Cleveland Metroparks knows that Eu- Federal permits will be required from the Martis, and Robert Gatewood and staffed www.facebook.com/lakefrontliteracy. or at your home (25-minute driving radius). Save the date and join us for the library’s engaging community members and solic- ginning. Visitors to Euclid Beach, Villa clid Beach, Villa Angela and Wildwood U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to alter the by neighborhood volunteers will appear at For a $5 donation your name printed on Includes cooking, serving, and clean up. Kickoff Celebration on Saturday, May 30, iting feedback through a series of public Angela and Wildwood parks can expect are important recreation destinations, breakwalls or perform other large scale en- the beach during weekends, holidays, and a custom-designed LLP bookplate in an al- Additional guest for $75, additional 2 guests 2015 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and be one of meetings and surveys, and improving park to see upwards of $2.5 million in capital particularly for neighborhood residents. gineering projects in order to create condi- special programmed events and house a ro- ready donated book (chosen by us). And a for $150. Wine/alcohol is not included, but the first to borrow a book! Learn more: cleanliness and safety. improvements over the next 24 months as During the Park District’s interactions with tions to make this area safer for swimming. tating collection of books, magazines, and “Thank You” shout out on our Facebook page can be arranged for an additional fee. Driv- www.facebook.com/lakefrontliteracy The process of improving all of the lake- part of the ongoing fulfillment of the Park visitors during the 2014 season, the desire Cleveland Metroparks is working toward front parks, and bringing them up to the District’s Lakefront Master Plan. to eventually see lifeguards at Euclid Beach a solution that will ultimately allow life- standards that visitors have come to expect The first two most readily noticeable -im was raised several times. Considering that guards to be stationed at Euclid Beach. from other Cleveland Metroparks proper- provements will be the addition of a new under state management, ODNR had not While the Park District works toward Start Your Spring Cleaning With An Adopt-a-Beach Cleanup at Euclid Beach ties, is ongoing. At Euclid Beach, Villa An- pedestrian bridge over Euclid Creek and the staffed the beach with lifeguards in several that goal, it urges everyone to learn to swim. by Stephen Love All plastic trash collected from this and trash bags, gloves and pickers will be pro- gela and Wildwood, this process started in construction of a new pier at Euclid Beach. years, Cleveland Metroparks felt additional Free swimming lessons are available, with- As the ice melts away along the shores of other monthly Adopt-a-Beach and stream vided. Meet at the central picnic pavilion at 2013 with large-scale clean-up projects. Sig- The 150-foot, ADA accessible pedestrian safety assessment was mandatory. The Park out a city residency requirement, through Lake Erie, signs of spring are now around cleanups across Cleveland will contribute 10:00 a.m. for registration complimentary nificant amounts of overgrown brush and bridge will improve visitor access from District began investigating the possibility the City of Cleveland’s Collinwood Recre- us; chirping birds, daffodils, and of course, to a large-scale sculpture to be located ad- coffee and snacks generously donated by debris were removed. Combing the sand on Villa Angela to Wildwood by crossing over of guarding Euclid Beach in earnest and ation Center directly across the street from litter...and lot’s of it! After being trapped jacent to the Great Lakes Science Center in Collinwood neighborhood merchants. All the beach became a daily ritual. Leaky re- Euclid Creek at the existing trail rather than discovered that the situation was worse Euclid Beach Park. in the ice for over two months, litter has Downtown, Cleveland this June in an effort cleanup participants will receive a coupon stroom fixtures were repaired and the Park requiring walkers or cyclists to circle up to- than previously thought. More information and links to registra- made its way ashore and it’s definitely time to raise awareness about litter and pollu- from Chili Peppers Mexican Grill (869 East District’s Ranger Division began regular ward the road to get to the current crossing. An analysis of water quality survey tion are available at clevelandmetroparks. for some spring cleaning down on the tion in Lake Erie. Participate in Saturday’s 185th Street) good towards 1/2 off the pur- patrols. This $678,000 project is under construction data and ongoing research revealed com- com/main/water-safety.aspx. beach! On Saturday, April 11, 2015 from clean-up and your name will be included chase of a meal item and a drink! Please To prepare for the first full spring and now and should be open by May 31. The plex conditions at Euclid Beach that make For more information and to see the 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. help Euclid Beach on the sculpture’s plaque as a “contributing be sure to thank Chili Peppers Owner Steve summer season of managing the lakefront project also includes 800-feet of all purpose swimming unsafe. These conditions include Lakefront Master Plan drafts, please visit Adopt-a-Beach Team volunteers clear artist!” Newman. For more information about the parks, Cleveland Metroparks planned its trail, trail lighting, and beach-front land- significant underwater erosion, shifting clevelandmetroparks.com/Main/Lake- and catalog hundreds of pieces of plastic After this long winter, your help is cleanup, visit - goo.gl/MqFg4D initial round of programming for Euclid scaping. currents, unpredictable changes in water front-Planning-Meetings.aspx. trash and other debris from the beach. greatly appreciated! Supplies including Beach, Villa Angela and Wildwood, in- ADA access to the beach at Villa Angela depth, frequent formation of rip tides and
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The entrepreneurial spirit was alive and monetary donations are collected to sup- Tenebrae Service well at this year’s Invention Convention. port Catholic Relief Services’ programs Each year, Our Lady of the Lake School around the world. It also supports local Wednesday, April 1, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. challenges its students to get creative and hunger and poverty alleviation in the dio- apply their technology skills, with unique cese in which it is collected. This faith-in- Holy Thursday Mass of the inventions that help solve real-life prob- action activity helped us to focus on service Lord’s Last Supper lems. The students come up with remark- to help others. able ideas, and judges from the community Another project students worked on Thursday, April 2, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. are impressed by the quality of their pre- was to collect “Pennies for Pasta” a fund sentations. Applied learning is a great way to help those with Leukemia and Lym- Good Friday Solemn Passion Service to stretch students’ thinking, and engaging phoma. Each student was given a box to with professionals in the field to have their collect spare change or change they may Friday, April 3, 2015 - 3 p.m. materials critiqued helps students work to a have earned from doing chores. The funds higher level. We’re proud of this next gen- raised will assist in serving all patients, as Holy Saturday eration of innovative thinkers! well as funding innovative research world- wide to find cures, public health and pro- Saturday, April 4, 2015 fessional education. The classroom with the top donations will receive a pasta lunch Blessing of Food - 2:00 p.m. 3rd and 4th grade students holding collection boxes for charity. from Olive Garden. Our Lady of the Lake Thanks to a generous donor, anyone con- With both of these projects, our students Parish has been celebrat- tributing to a Hunger Center food drive Mass - 8:30 p.m., By: Kathy Hughes – 4th grade teacher and Catholic Schools Week back in January was are helping people in the communities in ing its fifth anniver- was given free orchestra tickets. What a fun Bishop Roger Gries, Celebrant Elaine Sowa - 3rd grade teacher Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, which they live. We are proud of their ser- sary year with a series way to support our community, and some St. Jerome is a community in its own right Knowledge and Service. The students of St. vice to others. of monthly events. In of its great non-profit organizations! We Easter Sunday Mass but also a member of the neighborhood Jerome have been busy gaining knowledge March, parishioners look forward to more fun events through- and world communities. The theme for but have also been busy living their faith turned out to support the Euclid Symphony out 2015. Sunday, April 5, 2015 - 10:00 a.m. Orchestra and the Euclid Hunger Center. Easy As Pi It’s Official! St. Jerome Parish Installs Sixth Pastor by Marguerite DiPenti ing him a Collinwood baseball cap to Fr. Bill Jerse affirmed his commitment to wear with pride, presenting a Resolution the people of St. Jerome Catholic Church of Congratulations from City Council and when he was installed as sixth pastor at 4 offering humorous and entertaining words o’clock Mass on Saturday, March 14, 2015. of appreciation. Fr. Bill, his parents, two Parishioners, guests, and visiting clergy brothers and sister lived for many years in filled the church for the ceremony. Bishop North Collinwood, and he is very happy Join Us for Easter Mass Roger Gries, OSB, participated as principal to return to be close to family and friends. celebrant and presider at the Rite of Instal- Following the liturgical celebration, a Wel- and throughout the year lation. Bishop Gries genially introduced coming Reception was held in the school the new pastor to an enthusiastic ovation social hall. People lingered for food and from the assembly. Among the visitors at- fellowship with plenty of time to catch up By Katie Webb. Katie is a sixth grader at numbers of Pi, making observations of the tending were Fr. Bill’s family and state and on the good old days. Fr. Bill is home again, Our Lady of the Lake School - and she loves height and circumference of objects, and local dignitaries. Cleveland Councilman and the entire Collinwood community is Pi! even snacking on round cookies at one of Mike Polensek ceremoniously welcomed thrilled that he is back. Pi day was Saturday, March 14, 2015. The the stations. Mr. Nocero came to help on Pi Father back to the neighborhood by giv- sixth graders at Our Lady of the Lake day. We measured the circumference and School celebrated it on Friday, March 13, diameter of objects in his station and then 2014. Sixth Grade teacher, Mrs. Rossman, divided the circumference by its diameter. 8:00 a.m. | 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | All Are Welcome! set up four stations that included making a Voila, Pi! stem and leaf plot of the first one hundred
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School News Cleveland Cavaliers Recognize Marquitta American Lung Association’s N-O-T Billingsley, Collinwood Senior Program Comes to Collinwood fil-A party for the entire class! In addition to receiving (4) tickets to a game, the winning High School student will also receive (4) complimentary passes to the VIP Club and will be recog- Character Bowl nized on-court prior to the game. Marquitta Billingsley, an outstanding 12th grade student at Collinwood High Marquitta Billingsley, joined by “Hype Man” Ahmaad School, was nominated by her guidance Crump, Moon Dog, and the Chick-fil-A mascot, is counselor for the Cleveland Cavaliers All honored as the Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star Kid for Star Kids. As a result of Marquitta’s hard March. work and commitment to her education, she by Gail Greenberg was selected as the winner for the month of Each month, The Cleveland Cavaliers All March. “Hype Man” Ahmaad Crump and Star Kids program teams up with Chick-fil- the mascots surprised Marquitta on Mon- Smoking is N-O-T an option for (left to right) CHS Railroaders Tyshae Williams, Angela Cummings,Sha’lois A to recognize students who are setting a day, March 23, 2015. It was an amazing ex- Croom, Tyshawna Gay, and Amanda Lewis, pictured with N-O-T program facilitator Joe White, assistant positive example for their peers. Cavaliers’ perience for Marquitta and her classmates. principal Fred Ray, and teacher Antoinette McCall. mascots, “Hype Man” Ahmaad Crump, and Marquitta will be attending the Cavalier’s by Gail Greenberg program for teens, ages 14-19. Over the Chick-fil-A’s “Cow” will make a surprise home game on Sunday, March 29, 2015. The Joe White is definitely a man on a mis- course of the program, participants learn visit to each winning student’s school to staff, at Collinwood High School, are all so sion with a group of young people in four to identify reasons for smoking, healthy present him/her with a super-sized ticket to proud of her. classes at Collinwood High School. For alternatives to tobacco use, and people a Cavaliers’ home game and a catered Chick- the past ten weeks, under the auspices of who will support them in their efforts to The Centers for Families and Children and quit or never to start. In addition to stress- the Cuyahoga County District Board of ing healthy lifestyle behaviors, the N-O-T Congratulations to Mrs. Kaput’s class for winning the Character Bowl! Which class will be next? Ms. Kostyack’s Kindergarten observe the elephants Euclid Youth Competes in Poetry Slam Health, he has been facilitating the Ameri- curriculum helps high school students im- by Daryl Chambers slam convention and competition. This Congratulations to Mrs. Kaput’s second completion, and showing growth on their can Lung Association’s N-O-T (Not On prove life skills. Devlinbleu Chambers is a 15-year-old from event features teams from all over the grade class on winning the Character Bowl! next STAR Assessment. Those classes that Tobacco) program at both Collinwood and According to the American Lung Asso- the Sunny Cliff Drive neighborhood. He world, not just the United States! There are Their prize was a full week of Dress Down, earn the most points will earn a dress down Glenville High Schools. ciation, “studies of 12,000 teens participat- will be competing against other Cleveland open mics, workshops, networking, fun even Mrs. Kaput got to dress down! The day. Recent winners of the Character Bowl Funding for this program comes from ing in the N-O-T program nationally found area youth reading original poetry. Four events, town hall meetings and of course a Character Bowl will continue throughout include Mrs. Dudley’s third grade class and the Ohio Department of Health/Federal that approximately 90 per cent of the teens winners from her event will move on to the multitude of slams! the school year. Classes can earn points Mr. Fiore’s fourth grade class. Way to go! Government Bureau of Child and Family enrolled in the N-O-T program either quit national Youth Poetry Slam this summer in from 100% attendance, 100% homework Health Services’ Child and Family Health smoking or cut back. Atlanta. The event was at Spaces Art gallery Services Program. This is the first time that Because of his community ties and what on Saturday, March 28. the Cleveland Metropolitan School District White describes as “a bag of careers,” he has The finals will be a cumulative slam. You (CMSD) has offered this program. Upcom- been able to share lessons he has learned Zoo Field Trip will see all 8 poets in all 3 rounds. Their ing, on April 14, 2015 Mr. James Cotton of about smoking from personal life choices In March, all classrooms from Imagine pleted a scavenger hunt during their trip, scores from each round will be added to- the American Lung Association will visit and experiences. Bella Academy of Excellence went on an made observations of animal behavior, or gether, and that is how the team will be Collinwood and deliver the keynote ad- “I’m the one who escaped first level nico- adventure to the zoo. Even with the colder extended writing activities about their fa- determined. dress to the student body. tine addiction,” noted White. “I can relate to temperatures still lingering, students were vorite animals at the end of the day. Check BNV is an international youth poetry Poet Devlinbleu Chambers N-O-T is a voluntary smoking cessation what I preach and they’re listening,” he said. able to explore the rainforest, elephants, out the photos of our students engaged in primates, and aquatic creatures that were another memorable day of learning. found as indoor exhibits. Some grades com- All smiles from Ms. Kostyack’s Kindergarten bundled up at the zoo! The road to college starts today.
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Collinwood Native takes 2nd Place Checking Out the New Lakeshore April Events at the Memorial- in the Garage Bike Contest at the Rose Center for Seniors Nottingham Library by Elva Brodnick er lab, bingo, movies, knitting groups, trips by Jeanne Coppola MICROSOFT PUBLISHER II (Monday Auto Rama. If you’ve lived in this Collinwood neigh- (such as these coming up in April) to places Computer Classes for Adults 4/27/2015 AT 11:15 a.m.) This class teaches borhood long enough, you know the place. like the Hard Rock Rocksino, Tri-C Jazz MICROSOFT POWERPOINT I (Monday more advanced techniques, in Publisher, and The Golden Age Center has been on Lake- Fest, lunch out at different places around 4/6/2015 at 11:15 a.m.) This class will teach how to use templates to design flyers, busi- shore Blvd for years, a familiar building town (plus monthly shopping trips) - and you the beginning basics of making a good ness cards and newsletters. next to the old Uncle Bill’s store, now our even a variety of card games to join (think slide presentation in Power Point. Registration for April classes begins Collinwood Recreation Center. Maybe you pinochle.) Melissa will be a guest speaker, MICROSOFT POWERPOINT II (Monday Monday, March 23, 2015. To register call were even a member at some point, and just at the next meeting of the E 185th Neigh- 4/13/2015 at 11:15 a.m.) This class will teach 216.623.2980 or stop in at the library. haven’t been by lately. (Or, it could be you’d borhood Association, in a few weeks April more advanced techniques for adding graph- never been there at all?) 14, 2015 at the Lithuanian Hall on E 185th ics, transitions from one slide to another, and Book Club for Adults and Seniors If you haven’t been there lately, you at 6:00 p.m. animations, to your slide presentation. RUSSIAN BOOK CLUB (Saturday should check it out - there’s been some It can’t be any easier to be part of it all. MICROSOFT PUBLISHER I (Monday 4/11/2015 at 3:00 p.m.) This book club meet- exciting changes, since Fall 2014. As of Lunch (served from 11:30 Monday thru 4/20/2015 at 11:15 a.m.) This class will teach ing will be in Russian, and will discuss the September 2014, the Golden Age Centers of Thursday) is a hot meal that ranges from the basic overview of the elements of page book Vozvrashchenie v Egipet by Vladimir Greater Cleveland and the Benjamin Rose chicken and pasta dishes to stuffed cab- layout in Publisher. Sharov. Institute on Aging joined forces, to form bage and BBQ pork sandwiches. Trans- a new non-profit serving seniors, the Rose portation’s even available (they just need a by George Blade pieces. What makes this bike unique is that Centers for Aging Well. The original two couple of days’ notice) and both lunch and Join Us for the Exciting Programs Custom cars and bikes from all around unlike other custom built motorcycles and groups had been working together for many transportation are free to seniors over 60 filled the IX Center the weekend of March bikes, he used various scrap pieces such as years, so this was a natural path for both. in Cuyahoga County, although there is a at the Collinwood Branch Library 20-22. Collinwood native, George Blade tractor tires, bbq grill pieces, steel bars and So what exactly is the Lakeshore Rose suggested donation of $1 for each. (Still a A PROVEN LEADER by Monique Christian-Long Thursdays from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. Jr., was one of the many to be honored various steel and metal items purchased Center? Turns out, they offer a wide range bargain, no?) PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH Kids Café Snack Program and allowed to participate in this event. from home depot and junkyards. of services for our seniors. And they’re defi- So drop by one day - especially now that Easter Egg Hunt! The Cleveland Foodbank in collaboration He brought his debut, one of kind, hand- He states” This week was such a great ex- nitely worth looking into. the weather’s finally breaking and see what in a continuum of care Children Ages 1-12 can search through with the Cleveland Public Library offers crafted bike made of all scrap metal pieces. perience. I was welcomed by everyone and I Charlotte Iafeliece and I stopped by the this new Senior Center is all about. Defi- the library for easter eggs filled with sweet FREE after school meals for ages 18 and un- He was a hit at the show, taking 2nd place wow the crowd with my custom bike. Even center, in early February, and had a chance nitely worth the time! prizes! We will also announce the win- der. Mondays-Fridays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the garage bike contest. He made many though I placed 2nd, I am just honored to to chat with both the new Director, Me- ner of our Easter Coloring Contest! Visit PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS contacts and was photographed for a up- even been part of this event. I am going to lissa Gleeson, and social worker, Kathleen Rose Centers for Aging Well Lakeshore branch for details. Friday, April 3, 2015 at ESOP Money Smart for Older Adults coming issue of Thunder Roads magazine. get back to work on my next creation so Woodson. Go to find out, membership is 16600 Lakeshore Blvd. • Post-Hospital Skilled Nursing 3:00 p.m. This program raises awareness among He is also being featured at Ohio Bike Week stay tuned!” just $8.00 a year, and gives you access to ev- Cleveland OH 44110 Poetry and Art Reception older adults and their caregivers on how to in Sandusky, which is the Midwest largest Late 2015 he plan to conducts FREE erything from lunch Mondays thru Thurs- 216-4810631 & Rehabilitation Students from the Collinwood area will be prevent elder financial exploitation and en- bike rally. class to young men who want to learn basic days (more on this in a sec!), to Tai Chi, www.rosecenters.org displaying their art and reciting their origi- courages advance planning and informed He is a self-taught welder who can weld welding techniques. yoga (and other exercise) classes, a comput- Elva Brodnick, Senior News Reporter nal poetry as a part of Ohio Library Day. financial decision making. Thursdays April and create just about anything with scrap • Alzheimer’s Care Join us in celebration our youth! Tuesday, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th at 1:00 p.m.-3:00 April 14, 2015 at 4:30 p.m. p.m. Growing Readers Storytime FREE GED Classes Free Community Resources Fashion Week Cleveland 2015 • Hospice Care Help Grow Your child’s early reading skills! The GED class will have two sessions on Chikondi Butao Mirlemba, and Bridgette Children 3-5 are invited for stories songs Mondays and Wednesdays. Please contact Offered: Making Personal Schriner. and rhymes that will help them become 216-371-7138 or visit www.tri-c.edu/ged The glitz and glam was there, not only better readers. Tuesdays, April 7 to 28, 2015 for more information on registration and Healthcare Choices Known from the designers and models, but from at 10:30 a.m. enrollment. Mon. & Wed. from 12:30-2:30 by Laurie healthcare providers, and to execute writ- everyone in attendance, making this a For additional storytime appointments p.m. Henrichsen ten advance directives (Healthcare Power highly successful event. The Fashion Week call us at the branch 216-623-6934. FREE Tax Preparation Assistance at your Hospice of the of Attorney and Living Will) in accordance Cleveland had a slew of volunteers and Something 2 Do! Library Western Re- with Ohio state laws. The nonprofit agency staff, in heels and bow ties making this a Exciting and fun STEM based activities for Free tax preparation assistance offered by serve - along is offering access to a free guide, “Courage memorable event. Fashion Week Cleveland children and and teens! Friday, April 24, volunteers from VITA/EITC. Taxpayers with other in Conversation,” which includes the actual is truly making its presence known in the 2015 at 3:30 p.m. must bring the following documentation national, state legal forms required by the State of Ohio. Alexis Nunn fashion world. America Reads FREE After School Tutor- to their session: a current phot ID, social and commu- A simple, easy-to-understand worksheet is by Darece Daniels According to the Founder & CEO of ing security cards for taxpayer and all depen- nity organi- included in the guide to assist with evalu- Cleveland has a rich history not only in Cleveland’s Fashion Week, Donald C. Shin- Students in K-8 can get assistance with dents, last year’s tax return and all W-2 and zations - is ating choices. The booklet and forms are Rock & Roll, but also in fashion. Fashion gler, “Cleveland is known for its 3M’s-mu- their homework. College students from 1099 forms for the 2014 tax year. Appoint- LaBena Fleming of Hospice of participating available at www.HospiceWR.org/conver- the Western Reserve Week Cleveland presented a true reflec- sic, medicine, and museums. Cleveland’s Cleveland State University assist with any ment Required. Please call 211 – First Call in a national sation. tion of that history on March 21, 2015 at fashion week is a reflection of the city from subject and/or reseach project. Mondays- for Help to schedule your appointment. campaign running now through April 16, Gwen Ellis, a retired Cleveland-area so- The Hyatt Regency in the atrium of the which it comes. Something that is uniquely 2015 National Healthcare Decisions Day, cial worker, is the primary caregiver for her historic arcade. Alexis Nunn, a Collinwood Cleveland, reserved, educational, and in- to highlight the importance of making husband, Lewis, who developed demen- Announcing Collinwood 2015 resident and participant of the iMedia telligent”. In 2002, Donald Shingler created personal healthcare choices known. Free tia very early – at age 50. “I wish we had by Julia DiBaggio What role can the arts play in increasing Mentoring program, was in attendance at Cleveland Fashion Show, and by 2005, that downloadable web resources and commu- completed our advance directives much So what is Colllinwood 2015? Through awareness of Medicare, Medicaid and other the black tie event as an intern-in-training fashion show grew to host various fashion nity educational events are planned. earlier,” she admitted. “I spend a lot of my this exciting new program, we’ll be giving health insurance resources? of Volume Magazine, a Cleveland based related events. Fast forward to 2015, Fash- Hospice of the Western Reserve has time now talking to people and encourag- artist and health practitioner teams an op- How can the arts facilitate access to pre- digital lifestyle magazine. Darvio Morrow, ion Week Cleveland is now known as “ the scheduled the following free east side com- ing them not to make the same mistake portunity to propose creative solutions to ventative care? editor-in-chief of Volume Magazine and educational fashion week”. munity educational opportunities. Health Lewis and I did,” she said. “If your wishes improving health outcomes in the neigh- How can artists encourage stronger and a Collinwood resident, was also in atten- For more information: www.fashion- Care Power of Attorney and Living Will are not known, or you are hospitalized and borhood. The Collinwood 2015 initiative earlier prenatal care? dance. weekcleveland.com or www.volumemag- documents will be available and a repre- not able to make choices, someone needs to engages stakeholders in thinking about Can the arts reduce domestic violence? Fashion Week Cleveland in its 11th year, cle.com sentative from Daniel P. Seink Co., Ltd., make choices for you. There are plenty of how the arts can improve community How can artists encourage healthy eat- featured Dayton’s own Althea Harper, The iMedia Mentoring program is a youth will be available to answer questions and workshops and classes available so you can health. As a whole, these grassroots proj- ing practices? designer from Project Runway, who was a media,arts,technology program, where the witness the signing of documents. Both be prepared.” ects will help bend the upward trajectories Can the arts create opportunities for runner up from the show’s 6th season, de- participants are taught and mentored by sessions are open to the community; no “Having a plan in place that accurately www.hcr-manorcare.com of obesity and other chronic diseases in neighborhood stakeholders to join together signer Indashio, from the show, Catwalks industry professionals. The after school ini- reservations required. communicates our healthcare choices the neighborhood, while also activating in exercise? Across America, which was seen on Style tiative meets at the Collinwood Recreation Friday, April 10, 2015 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 spares loved ones from the agony of guess- neighborhood green spaces and getting Collinwood 2015 projects are available Network along with 16 year old designer Center on Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. For p.m. Cleveland Heights Community Cen- ing what we would want, and it also pro- stakeholders collectively engaged in what to artists of all disciplines (craft, dance, Victoria Cohen, designers DeAndre Cren- more information contact: Ms. Daniels at ter, 1 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Hts. vides us with a voice in our own care at the otherwise might seem to be an intractable design, literary, media, music, theatre and shaw, Johnathan Dembowski, Chris- 216-331-8857 or [email protected] ManorCare Health Services – Euclid Beach Thursday, April 16, 2015 10:00 a.m. to end of life,” said LaBena Fleming, Hospice problem. visual) and all skill levels. Competitive tian and Christopher Lett, Cora Mercer, 2:00 p.m. Euclid Lakefront Community of the Western Reserve. “It’s one of the 16101 Euclid Beach Boulevard Throughout 2015, we’ll be awarding applications will have a strong arts focus, Center, One Bliss Lane greatest gifts we can provide not only to $100,000 of funding to support projects in but also be well-based in health practices. As a participating organization, Hospice our families but to ourselves.” For more Cleveland, OH 44110 the North Shore Collinwood neighborhood Therefore, we encourage artists to collabo- of the Western Reserve is providing in- information, visit www.HospiceWR.org/ ($50,000 in the current program cycle). rate with health practitioners in their pro- formation and tools for the public to talk conversation. 216.486.2300 We’re asking artist teams to propose cre- gram concept and implementation. about their wishes with family, friends and ative solutions to improve health outcomes For more information, go to www.wel- Coit Road Farmers’ Market in the neighborhood. How can artists im- cometocollinwood.com or call us at 216- prove neighborhood health? For example: 481-7660. If there's a bustle in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now Fresh Local Food In Your Neighborhood Open Saturdays It's just a spring clean for the May queen. Year Round Q: Can February March? A: No, but April May! 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