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This Saturday, July 12 5th Annual Lakewood Summer Meltdown by Ken Brand sponsored by the Lakewood new fun and games this year, Come out and celebrate Recreation Department, it’s sure to be a blast. 47 sta- the 5th Annual Lakewood with dozens of FREE interac- tions will be jammed into the Summer Meltdown on Sat- tive activities that encourage 3 blocks to keep you enter- urday, July 12 from 4-10 p.m. families to exercise, eat well, tained till 6 p.m. in Downtown Lakewood and take advantage of sum- Run in the 1-mile Kids between Elmwood and Mar- mer weather. Activities Fun Run, sponsored by the lowe. This year is going to be range from yoga to foot- Lakewood Family YMCA something really special. ball, wrestling, fencing, at 6pm or try the 5K race at The Meltdown kicks off ballet, meditation, interac- 7pm that snakes throughout at 4pm with the expanded tive games, CrossFit, plus the Lakewood on a relatively flat and “Healthy Lifestyle Festival” famous Water Moose. With continued on page 16 Vintage Base Ball Is Back This Year In Lakewood Park July 27th

by Greg Palumbo (originally two words). These the game to their hometown In the second half of the men would play the game in friends. The game spread nineteenth century, a favorite any open field they could find, like wildfire and eventually pastime of Civil War soldiers and upon returning home, became synonymous with was a game called base ball after the war, they introduced our national cultural heritage. Lakewood was not immune to O’Bryan Jim by photos this fervor. The new rail lines LHS Band Cheered brought people from Cleve- land to the picnic grounds and base ball field at Clifton Park Independence Day and Scenic Park. Teams from around the region came to play Returns With A Bang! here and the crowds grew each by Jim O’Bryan rumored that Lakewood spent year, prompting complaints of As Lakewoodites know, over $33,000 on the celebration noise and ruckus especially on we take our Independence this year. More than any other the Sabbath. Today, teams are Day celebrations seriously. city. Was it worth it, YOU BET! made up of history enthusiasts From the Parade down Lake Mayor Summers, Melissa Gar- who wear early styles of uni- Road, to the picnics, and cook rett, Lakewood Police, Fire and photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos forms and abide by the original outs around the city and at City Services and Pyrotechnica rules in games in which the Lakewood Park, to the always brought their A-Game, and we competition is stiff. Thursday, June 26th, fans of the Lakewood High School Marching great sounding Lakewood covered it from start to end, in Band surprised the band as they marched onto the field for Band Project playing from the band- hundreds of pictures and vid- Camp and were greeted by cheering supporters. continued on page 21 stand, to our fireworks. It is eos. See pages 12-14 “We’re Local, We’re Lakewood” Lakewood Farmers Market Remains Rooted In Community by Jenny Kelley dors. Shoppers can purchase businesses and organizations, Located in the heart of local farm fresh produce and reinforces the market’s motto – downtown Lakewood at City products such as Ohio-raised “We’re Local, We’re Lakewood.” photo by Craig Lovejoy, Low Level Aerial Photography Center Plaza on Detroit Avenue meats, eggs, cheeses, honey, Supporters of the Lakewood between Cook and Warren, the baked goods, pasta, spices, oils, Farmers Market include not The band marched out to cheers, did two laps of the field playing bustling Lakewood Farmers soaps and lotions, plus one-of- just community residents, but their hearts out, stopped in front of the stands, did two more songs. Market kicked off its 5th sea- a-kind handcrafted items. a handful of Lakewood busi- Band Director Brian Griebel thanked the parents, the schools and the son on Saturday June 28th and Begun in 2010 as a grass- nesses, the City of Lakewood, community for their support of the students over the past couple weeks. will continue each Saturday roots resident initiative, the the Downtown Lakewood Busi- from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. through growing market continues ness Alliance, and the Lakewood October 11th. to provide a venue for neigh- Chamber of Commerce. The neighborhood mar- borhood residents to connect LakewoodAlive also con- ket offers a healthy mix of with hyper-local growers and tinues to be a strong partner of hand picked produce, arti- home-based ‘cottage industries’. the Lakewood Farmers Mar- sanal foods, and handmade This hyper-local focus and the goods from over 25 area ven- engagement of surrounding continued on page 21 Page 2 The Lakewood Observer Volume 10, Issue 14 July 9, 2014

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LAKEWOOD DISCUSSION Member Topics Author Replies Views Last Post Bald Eagles 2014 - Final Update Jim O’Bryan 21 2088 Mon Jul 07 Lakewood Police and Matthew John Markling 2 208 Mon Jul 07 Fire Departments Anyone been through Toni C Northrop 12 690 Mon Jul 07 Sidewalk Compliance yet??? 4th of July - Ryan Salo 28 1254 Mon Jul 07 Signs of progress or decline?

photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos 2013 Lakewood Hospital Bill Call 7 556 Mon Jul 07 Community Assessment Report It’s All Fun Until Someone Dies! Jim O’Bryan 10 4009 Mon Jul 07 Sunday morning at 7am a woman traveling westbound on Detroit Ave. lost control of 4th of July Parade Craig Lovejoy 1 894 Sun Jul 06 her car, hitting a pole and ending up on a new Buick in Steve Barry’s car lot. Car Accident Closes Detroit Jim O’Bryan 3 2977 Sun Jul 06 This Morning At Steve Barry Lot Lakewood Fireworks 2014 - Oh Yeah! 3 963 Sat Jul 05 McKinley, Coming Tumbling Jim O’Bryan 11 2367 Sat Jul 05 Down, With Some Help Grab the basketballs, it’s Scott Meeson 2 173 Fri Jul 04 open gym at McKinley School Metro Health Tours Bill Call 4 320 Fri Jul 04 Lakewood Hospital Councilman Shawn Juris Scott Meeson 22 2032 Thu Jul 03 and RTA shuttle bus service Attachment(s) Crosswalks Craig Lovejoy 12 998 Thu Jul 03 Partial Power to Homes -- Matthew Lee 1 203 Wed Jul 02 Something new in Lakewood daily! 2014 Food/Bar/Restaurant Jim O’Bryan 3 1230 Wed Jul 02 Best Benches In The World Jim O’Bryan 5 877 Wed Jul 02 Come To Lakewood

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City News 13th Annual Lakewood Understanding The City’s Historic Preservation Awards Sidewalk Strategy by Colin McEwen Arthur Avenue Enhancement by Colin McEwen Lakewood Mayor Michael Summers. In its 13th year, the Lakewood Heri- Committee The city of Lakewood is entering “We all have a role to play.” tage Advisory Board recently recognized Arthur Avenue its second phase of a 10-year strat- “We began this project in 2013, and 14 recipients of the annual Lakewood Neighborhood Rehabilitation egy to improve the city’s 180 miles we made some improvements to make it Historic Preservation Awards. Mr. and Mrs. James Britt of sidewalks with the intention of more efficient, more cost-effective and The presentation, at a Lakewood 2043 Lakeland Avenue keeping them among the most pedes- more simple moving forward. We took City Council meeting in May, was part New Garage Construction trian-friendly in the state. a more customer-centric approach this of Lakewood’s celebration of Preser- Mr. and Mrs. Gary Bish Each year, the city sends inspectors year versus a more regulatory approach.” vation Month, with this year’s theme 1605 Riverside Drive to check the sidewalks for “trip hazards.” The second phase of the 10-year “New Age of Preservation.” New Garage Construction This year, residents with identified plan began in June. The city is using Being honored for exemplary proj- Mr. and Mrs. Allen Bookman trip hazards have some options. They can a map that divides the city into 30 ects that have contributed to improving 1487 Arthur Avenue pay to have the sidewalk fixed themselves sections, and plans to inspect three the quality of life in Lakewood through New Garage Construction or participate in a citywide bid with the sections — or 10 percent — each year. the preservation of our community’s his- James E. Andraitis city’s contractor — the idea being to “This project will improve our toric and architectural resources, the 14 16118 Clifton Blvd. lower the price for property owners. city’s sidewalks, one section at a recipients and their respective awards are: New Garage Construction Residents with trip hazards will time,” said Joe Beno, the city’s direc- Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Rodgers fall into one of three categories: Grind- tor of public works. “It will also ensure David Stein 12981 Lake Avenue ing the seams of the sidewalk (at $35 pedestrian safety and our goal of being 14400 Detroit Avenue New Garage Construction per seem); some sidewalks will need to pedestrian-friendly.” Commercial Revitalization Mr. and Mrs. Ken Haber be leveled (an estimated $100 per slab) This year, the city is focusing its Jeff Campbell 17897 Lake Road or replaced (approximately $200). efforts on sections 7, 14 and 21. For this 14730 Detroit Avenue Preservation Honor Award Property owners with identified phase, the city will pay for sidewalks Commercial Revitalization Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mackay sidewalk issues will receive a mailed damaged by the trees in the tree lawns. Lou Kiss 13428 Lake Avenue letter from the city in July. Have a look at the attached map to 15518-24 Detroit Avenue Preservation Honor Award “One of our goals is to be the see if your street is getting an inspec- Commercial Revitalization The Lakewood Heritage Advisory most pedestrian-friendly city,” said tion. Mary Ann Marsal Board (LHAB) was established to serve 2181 Olive Avenue in an advisory capacity for the purpose Water Main Replacement Project Begins Porch Rehabilitation of educating, informing, and making Thomas Langenberg recommendations to City Officials, On The East Side Of Madison Avenue 12552 Clifton Blvd. Departments, Boards and Commis- by Colin McEwen 117th Street to Magee Avenue, and is Porch Rehabilitation sions, and the community on matters The first of several road construc- expected to take approximately 75 days Dana Paul (Construction Coord.) relating to historic preservation. tion projects begins this week with the to complete. 1241 Thoreau Avenue replacement of a water main at the east Expect traffic pattern changes and Rehabilitation end of Madison Avenue. delays. The work will take place from W.

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LPL Double knee replacement Five More Reasons energizes active lifestyle. To Visit Lakewood Ten years. That’s how long 62-year-old Ann Gilbert lived with knee pain. She made accommodations. She taught elementary students at Public Library St. James School in Lakewood from a stool instead of standing, and declined art festival invitations because it was “too hot outside.” Even by Phynique Krizan with weight loss and water aerobics, she still struggled with knee Do you love movies? Are you one pain. When pain medications no longer brought relief, simply walking of those indecisive people who, when confronted with choices, chooses them was a challenge. all? Perhaps you are one of those peo- One day, her sister-in-law, who worked in the orthopaedic department ple who know exactly what they want, at Lakewood Hospital, recognized her arthritic gait and said, “Ann, and you want every bit of it. Lakewood Public Library is excited to announce you’re barely walking.” we can help with either choice! We She referred Ms. Gilbert to Conjeevaram Maheshwer, MD, an have raised the DVD check out limit to orthopaedic surgeon who performs surgery at Lakewood Hospital. fifteen DVDs per patron, instead of the previous limit of ten! He immediately recognized that both of Ms. Gilbert’s knee joints had This means you can check out a severely worn cartilage, and recommended knee replacement. whole season of a TV series from our “The time to consider knee replacement surgery after having arthritis collection, if you so choose. Another choice could be having a movie mara- is when you’ve tried all the injections and pain medications, and thon. For exemplary citizens choosing they’re no longer effective,” says Dr. Maheshwer. Thanks to her years movies not only for themselves, but of water aerobics and steady weight loss, Ms. Gilbert was healthy also for friends or family members, overall, which is important going into a double knee replacement consider this: you no longer have to be The new DVD check-out limit for DVDs surgery, he says. “I advise patients to not wait until their health starts just doubled from 5 to 10! a martyr, because instead of sacrific- to fail, as heart and lung issues can prevent one from having the ing your movie choices to others, you surgery. Use the healthy window.” may now decide those extra five are for sonal displays to fill the new limit of yourself. fifteen DVD titles. Ms. Gilbert and Dr. Maheshwer together decided that a double knee We add new selections at least Considering the two-week loan procedure was right for her. This approach would mean a more once a month, so your options are con- period, if you do not watch all fifteen rigorous recovery and rehabilitation, but, overall, less time devoted to stantly changing, why not be brave and movies you check out, you may choose rehabilitation than if her knees were replaced in separate procedures. try something new? You may choose to renew your items up to five times This condensed recovery appealed to Ms. Gilbert, who didn’t realize from any genre, including non-fiction, as long as no other patron has placed at the time that Dr. Maheshwer really was offering her the key to a as well as from our special Staff Picks, a hold on them. The choice is yours, foreign selections, TV series and sea- what will you choose? more fulfilling, active life. That, after surgery, she would continue to drop weight – eventually losing 140 pounds – and enjoy family outings that she’d passed up for years. That’s What It’s All About! During the procedure, Dr. Maheshwer shaved away damaged bone and replaced the joints, preserving the soft tissue tendons and Sing-A-Long Musical Fun ligaments. The procedure has over a 95 percent success rate and the With Billy Kaye joint replacement typically lasts 15 to 20 years. Ms. Gilbert’s freedom from pain and newfound mobility began right away. by Fran Storch Lakewood Public Library pres- “I went right from the IV to no pain pills. I wasn’t being courageous; I ents Musical Fun and Sing-A-Long just didn’t have pain,” says Ms. Gilbert. She spent a week at inpatient with Billy Kaye, the third program in rehabilitation at Lakewood Hospital, practicing walking, doing its Special Friday Performances sum- laundry, and maneuvering steps with the assistance of therapists. She mer series. Children and their families graduated to two weeks of outpatient therapy at Lakewood Hospital’s are invited to join one-man band, Billy Kaye for a special sing-a-long at 3 p.m. YMCA location, following a single home therapy visit, at which the on Friday, July 11 as he performs many therapist proclaimed she was not needed – that Ms. Gilbert had popular favorites on his melodious achieved self-sufficiency. accordion. Families will enjoy this free, interactive music program in the Main Five weeks later she returned to the pool for water aerobics and hit Library Multipurpose Room. the Metroparks trails with her two dogs soon after. More importantly, With a repertoire of hundreds of she spent more time with her family. Two months post-surgery, on toe-tapping tunes and musical melo- Bring the entire family to sing-a-long Thanksgiving Day, she walked the Cleveland Turkey Trot 5K with her dies from around the world, Kaye with Billy Kaye. husband and two grown children, something she never would have provides delightful entertainment for attempted pre-surgery. Physical limitations no longer keep her from the entire family. Kids can sing and ence & Nature Center on Friday, July heading to Progressive Field for an Indians baseball game, or anything dance along to familiar fun songs like 25 at 3 p.m. For details about Special else she enjoys. Today, Ms. Gilbert is in charge of her personal health the Bunny Hop and the Hokey Pokey. Friday Performances and other youth and happiness. Up next…have a close encoun- programs at Lakewood Public Library, ter with animals of the furry, feathery please call 216-226-8275, ext.140 or visit Dr. Maheshwer sees sees patients at Lakewood and Fairview and scaly kind from the Lake Erie Sci- www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth. hospitals. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Maheshwer or any of our orthopaedic surgeons, please call 866.733.6363.

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compiled by Morgan Maseth Saturday, July 19 Lakewood Public Cinema: “No Such Thing” (2001) Tuesday, July 15 Directed by Hal Hartley Introduction to Ancestry: Library Edition If we can agree, for the sake of argument, that monsters are real then we might as well go The Ancestry genealogy resource is free to use every day at the Library. How far back ahead and accept that a charming, modern fairy tale can be told with bitter black comedy would you like to trace your family tree? Genealogist Deborah Abbott will show you how and result in scathing social commentary. There is a monster living on remote rocky island to unlock the secrets held by census reports, military records, birth certificates and death off the coast of Iceland. He is changeless and eternal—and thoroughly annoyed by the evo- notices in this hands-on workshop. Unravel your history with professional results. Space is lution of the human race. When a news camera crew crosses his path, he brutally murders limited. Call 216-226-8275 ext. 127 to register. them, then records a message describing his crimes—in perfect English no less—and sends 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab the tape back into the world as a warning. TV executive Helen Mirren smells ratings. Not only does she decide to send another reporter after the story, she chooses the doe-like Sarah Tuesday, July 15 Polley, fiancée of one of the slain men, for added human interest. Polley makes an impos- sible journey beyond the places where the horses won’t go and finds the strength to offer the Knit and Lit Bookclub: “Angelina’s Bachelors” by Brian O’Reilly villain her friendship. But she could not have foreseen what would happen when she guides Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, him back to our world and subjects him to the media spotlight. counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. For full book descriptions, visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/bookclubs. 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room Sunday, July 20 Thursday, July 17 Sunday with the Friends: The Whiskey Island Ramblers Whiskey Island lies at the gateway to Cleveland, where the Cuyahoga River flows into Booked for Murder: Laugh Out Loud Mysteries: Lake Erie. Irish immigrants settled on Whiskey Island which, in its heyday, boasted thirteen “Killer Pancake” by Diane Mott Davidson different saloons—a considerable achievement considering it was only a mile long and a Murder is serious business… But sometimes solving the crime can be a hoot. Come share third of a mile wide. Brothers Joe and Ed Feighan, who can trace their roots back through the laughs and air your accusations with this fun and friendly group of readers. For full book the island, grew up playing traditional Irish music. Inspired by bands like Flogging Molly descriptions, visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/bookclubs. and the Clancy Brothers, they joined up with drummer Tim Lane and keyboardist Justin 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room Gorski to forge their own Celtic rock band infused with real Cleveland flavor. Together, the Ramblers celebrate growing up Irish in an industrial landscape. Friday, July 18 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium LakewoodAlive Front Porch Concert Series LakewoodAlive, in collaboration with Lakewood Public Library and Vance Music Stu- Sunday, July 20 dios, is proud to announce the 5th Annual Front Porch Concert Series. Held on the Library’s Hands-On Help with eReaders Front Porch, these concerts are free and open to the public. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy Do you own a shiny, new eReader, but don’t know how to download any of the thousands fantastic music with friends and neighbors in the heart of Downtown Lakewood. The Front of free titles that are available through the Library? Make an appointment with a knowledge- Porch Concert Series is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a able staff member who can show you around the bells and whistles of your device, whether public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture and by the Friends of Lakewood Public Library. it’s a Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPhone or something else entirely. Let’s talk. The full line-up of acts will be announced in late spring at www.LakewoodFrontPorchCon- Thursday Nights at the Madison Branch - Call (216)228-7428 certs.com. Sunday Nights at the Main Library - Call (216)226-8275 ext. 127 Fridays at 7:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Main Library July 11 through August 29 Friday, July 25 LakewoodAlive Front Porch Concert Series LakewoodAlive, in collaboration with Lakewood Public Library and Vance Music Stu- LPL Children/Youth Events dios, is proud to announce the 5th Annual Front Porch Concert Series. Held on the Library’s Front Porch, these concerts are free and open to the public. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy fantastic music with friends and neighbors in the heart of Downtown Lakewood. The Front compiled by Eric Knapp Porch Concert Series is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture and by the Friends of Lakewood Public Library. Friday, July 11 The full line-up of acts will be announced in late spring at www.LakewoodFrontPorchCon- certs.com. Musical Fun and Sing-A-Long with Billy Kaye Fridays at 7:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Main Library For the whole family Children will be delighted to hear favorite tunes like the Bunny Hop and the Hokey July 11 through August 29 Pokey played on an accordion. 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room. Saturday, July 26 Socratic Dialogue and Community Saturday, July 12 Be a philosopher for a day. Engage in a Socratic dialogue with your fellow citizens. Gain self-knowledge and mutual understanding as we clarify our values and collaborate to answer Tail Waggin’ Tutors a big question. Our first dialogue will seek to answer the question, “What is fellowship?” The For school-age children second will ask, “What is unity?” With these questions, we will seek to think collectively and Bone up on your reading skills by reading to a dog. Drop in for a one-to-one session with discover what we have in common. Finally we will discuss how unity and fellowship are in one of our dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International. applied in our community of Lakewood. Kerry Tobin of Sage Concepts will facilitate the 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room. discussion. Call 216-226-8275 ext. 127 to register. 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Tuesday, July 15 & 22 Afternoon at the Movies Saturday, July 26 For the whole family Lakewood Public Cinema: “Adventures of Robin Hood” (1938) Beat the summer heat with the whole family by taking in a movie on our big screen. Mov- Directed by Michael Curtiz and William Keighley ies are free and open to the public. This is old-fashioned Hollywood magic at its finest—a breathtaking adventure and a “Robin Hood” : Tuesday, July 15 at 1:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium. surprisingly gentle romance filled with hearty laughs. The script sparkles. The stunts are real. And you can forget about the murky, muddy filth of modern adaptations. This leg- “Peter Pan” : Tuesday, July 22 at 1:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium. end was filmed in Technicolor with bright reds and greens that give it the appearance of an illuminated manuscript—making it seem more authentic for all its fantasy. Sir Robin of Wednesday, July 16 Locksley, defender of downtrodden Saxons, runs afoul of Norman authority and is forced Talespinner Children’s Theatre Workshop to turn outlaw. With his band of Merry Men, he steals from the rich, gives to the poor and still finds time to woo the lovely Maid Marian. Basil Rathbone and Claude Raines provide For students entering third through fifth grade worthy villains. Olivia de Havilland falls hopelessly in love. And Errol Flynn gives his finest Welcome, all aspiring actors! This fast-paced workshop will get you acting out scenes in performance—graceful, witty, bold, dashing and daring—and forever puts his stamp on no time, and unleash your imagination. the virtuous rogue. 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room. 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Sunday, July 20 Sunday, July 27 Lakewood Lego® League Sunday with the Friends: A Colonial Woman in Song For youth in kindergarten through fifth grade (caregivers welcome) Enjoy a conversation with history. Diane Virostko steps forward out of the mist shrouded Use LPL’s collection of Lego®Bricks and your own imagination to create fabulous new past to sing songs from the late colonial period of America. Each song will be carried entirely structures and designs each month. No registration, but numbered tickets will be given out by her lovely vocals, without instrumentation, as would have been common on the edges of first-come, first-served. One ticket per child. the frontier. Dressed, head-to-toe in authentic hand-crafted garments from the period, she 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room. will discuss women’s fashions of the day, the history of the songs she sings and the whispers of revolution wending her way. Family Weekend Wonders 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. These free programs are offered every weekend throughout the Sunday, July 27 year at both the Main Library and Madison Branch. No registration is needed. Check out our website (www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth) for times and upcoming themes. Hands-On Help with eReaders Do you own a shiny, new eReader, but don’t know how to download any of the thousands Main Library Activity Room and Madison Branch Auditorium of free titles that are available through the Library? Make an appointment with a knowledge- able staff member who can show you around the bells and whistles of your device, whether Weekends With Wee Ones it’s a Kindle, Nook, iPad, iPhone or something else entirely. Let’s talk. For families with children under 2 years old Thursday Nights at the Madison Branch - Call (216)228-7428 Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for those Sunday Nights at the Main Library - Call (216)226-8275 ext. 127 wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the year and there is no need to register in advance.

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Lakewood Public Library Celebrate Oktoberfest With The Swinging Bavarians At Lakewood Public Library by Elaine Rosenberger against it: “Keep it as a hobby, but The Swinging Bavarians bring choose another vocation.” I turned Oktoberfest to Lakewood Public down a music scholarship to become a Library on Sunday, July 13 at 2 p.m. scientist, but music was, and continues when they perform as part of the to be, an important part of my life. Library’s Sunday with the Friends LPL: Tell us a little about the series. German oompah music and Swinging Bavarians’ charity work. polkas will abound. However, the TH: The money we earn from Swinging Bavarians also perform performing and from the sale of our marches, waltzes, standards, children’s CD’s is contributed to the Shriner’s favorites, swing music and rock. Dr. Hospitals for children with orthope- Tom Herbell conducts the Swinging dic needs and severe burns. There are Bavarians and plays clarinet. A gradu- 22 such facilities in the United States, ate of Case Western Reserve University, Canada, Mexico, and Panama. There Dr. Herbell worked for many years as is an orthopedic unit in Erie, PA and a a scientist at NASA’s Glenn Research burns unit in Cincinnati. There is no The Swinging Bavarians in concert. Center. Before their concert, he takes charge for treatment in these facilities. the time to answer a few questions. Since the year 2000 we have contrib- LPL: Where did you get the idea and I decided to enter the German LPL: Is the clarinet your first uted approximately $14,000. to start the Swinging Bavarians? band competition. We received a rat- instrument? LPL: Do the Swinging Bavarians TH: The idea to play German ing of superior! I bought some brass TH: Clarinet was my first true wear costumes? music came from small groups of musi- band music and was hooked. We now instrument. I began studying it in the TH: Our costume is quite simple: cians playing after regular rehearsals of have a library of over 250 titles. One 4th grade. I had been a failure at both a “Bavarian hat” from Salzburg and the al Koran Shriners concert band. In of the first books we purchased had a drums and piano, but there was a clari- red hosenträger. Lederhosen were too the early 1980’s I joined a Czech brass number entitled “Swinging Bavaria” net in my father’s house. He no longer expensive so we opted for hosenträger band playing the Eb clarinet -- a very -- located between “When the Saints played it, so it became mine. After a (suspenders) instead. difficult instrument to master, but Go Marching in” and “Clementine.” year, dad bought me my own horn. The Swinging Bavarians’ concert essential to Czech music. In 1990, the Immediately we became the “Swinging I was selected to play in the Hermit will take place in the Main Library Shriners held a meeting in Cleveland, Bavarians” Club Orchestra (quite an honor for a Auditorium at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July high school senior). I wanted to study 13 as part of the Library’s Sunday with Talespinner’s Children’s music, however my teacher advised the Friends series. Theatre Workshop Friday, by Jeffrey Siebert They are dedicated to developing We all have a diva inside of us just exciting and original productions August 1, 2014 waiting to take center stage, so why not and programs for children across all let your inner thespian out and come socio-economic, cultural, and tra- to the Talespinner’s Children’s The- ditional backgrounds. They employ ater workshop at the Lakewood Public acting, dance, music, puppetry, and Library. Aspiring actors who partici- any and all artistic disciplines avail- pate in this workshop will receive a able to stimulate the minds and hearts fast-paced arts experience that will of Cleveland’s creative children. They encourage them to use their active strive to bring excitement and joy to imaginations. Throughout the work- all who are involved or touched by shop, children will use their minds, their work. hearts, and imaginations to learn This is a one-day program on teamwork, poise, confidence, and cre- Wednesday, July 16th from 3 to 4:30 ative expression. p.m. in the Main Library multi-pur- Talespinner’s Children’s Theatre pose room. Registration is required. is one of Cleveland’s newest profes- Space is limited and filling up fast. We Friday, August 1, 2014 | 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. sional children’s theater companies. hope to see you there, thespians! Under the stars on Belle at Detroit in Lakewood 6:00 p.m. Sponsor and premium “Shooting Star” ticket early admittance

Join us as we mingle with friends, Thank you to First Finisher Of The Camp Regency Construction Services enjoy music under the stars, savor gourmet for seven years as LPL Summer Reading Club cuisine and come together to make a our Signature Sponsor. by Julie Strunk difference in the fight against diabetes. Isabella Kolodny is the first summer reader to finish 30 hours of reading. Kindly RSVP by July 18, 2014 She checked in at the Children’s and Youth Services desk at the Lakewood This event has sold out in the past; please make your reservations early. Public Library for the last time on June lakewoodhospitalfoundation.org/starrynight 30. Congratulations Isabella! 216.529.7009 Isabella picked out a brand new copy of “Allegiant” by Veronica Roth for her finishing prize. She also was rewarded with a coupon to Madison Square Lanes for a free game of bowling and shoe rental, an 8 ounce cup of free Menchie’s frozen yogurt, and a food coupon.

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Lakewood Schools District OKs New Administration Hires by Christine Gordillo next principal of Emerson Elementary another to provide the best education engineer with Middough Associates The Lakewood Board of Educa- School. Siftar replaces Peg Seibel, who for the families of Emerson Elemen- in Cleveland. Donahoe is a gradu- tion approved a number of significant is retiring. tary.” ate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy personnel moves at two recent Board Siftar joined the district in 2008 Also joining the district in August and served in the Coast Guard for five meetings. The positions are all effec- as a House Principal at Lakewood will be Christopher Donahoe as years as senior facilities inspector and tive August 1, 2014. High School. In 2012, he moved to Assistant Director of Operations and deck watch officer. At a June 12 special meeting, the Central Administration as Coordina- Construction, a new position in the The Board also approved Regina Board approved the hiring of Westlake tor of State/Federal Programs for one district. This position replaces the for- Bajzer and Brenda Budzar as Coordi- City Schools’ Director of Academic year before his position expanded to mer Coordinator of Business Services nators of Teaching Learning, whose Services, Pam Griebel, as the district’s include supervision of the Technology job, which has been abolished. responsibilities include providing pro- next Director of Teaching & Learning and Data departments and he became Donahoe is the current Direc- fessional development for the staff K-12. Director of Special Programs. tor of Facilities Maintenance for the and helping implement the Common Griebel will replace Roxann Prior to coming to Lakewood, Cleveland Indians, a job he has held Core and state standards in the class- Ramsey-Caserio, who earlier this year Siftar held several position in the since 1993. Prior to joining the Indi- room. Bajzer and Budzar are currently was chosen to replace retiring Assistant Garfield Heights school district: an ans, he was a civil/environmental Instructional Coaches for the district. Superintendent Kevin Bright. Before assistant principal at Garfield Heights joining Westlake City Schools as an ele- Middle School, special education mentary principal in 2000, Griebel had supervisor, and an intervention spe- worked for Lakewood City Schools in cialist. He began his career as a high Reading Camp Keeps various capacities. She joined the dis- school math teacher in the Cleveland trict in 1984 as an elementary teacher, schools. Students On Right Page first at McKinley Elementary and then “I am energized by the oppor- Roosevelt Elementary. In 1998, Griebel tunity to work with the students, by Christine Gordillo became an assistant principal at Hor- families, and faculty at Emerson Ele- While most students are enjoying ace Mann Middle School before taking mentary,” Siftar said. “The experience the usual summer vacation activities at a job as elementary principal in West- I have gained by working along- the pool, beach and playgrounds, nearly lake two years later. side Superintendent Patterson, Dr. 150 incoming kindergarten through “I am absolutely thrilled to be back Palumbo, Mrs. Ramsey-Caserio, and third-graders are spending their morn- in Lakewood. It is like coming home,” Dr. Wagner has primed me to success- ings improving their reading skills. Griebel said. “I am looking forward fully lead the continued development This is the second summer the to working with the exceptional staff of an exceptional school. Principal District has conducted a six-week sum- in the Lakewood City Schools as we Seibel has set the bar extremely high mer reading camp to help improve our continue our mission of excellence to and will be sorely missed. However, youngest students’ literacy. The camp Teacher Dawn Peters goes over reading become a top 20 school by 2020.” the faculty and staff formulated by targets those students who are not read- material with a group of students at the At a June 19 special meeting, the Principal Seibel are a dedicated group ing at grade level with hopes of getting District’s six-week reading camp. Board approved current Director of of professionals that are the best in the them up to speed with their peers by the Special Programs, Brian Siftar, as the business. Together we will push one time they must take the Third Grade Reading Guarantee test mandated by camp. Those who do not pass will have the state. The new law requires that stu- a chance to take the test again at the dents who don’t pass the third-grade beginning of the school year. test be held back in reading and possibly The District is targeting all the pri- not advance to fourth grade. mary grades with an eye toward 100% The third graders at the camp, passage for the Third Grade Reading held from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. four days a Guarantee test. week at Grant Elementary, will take the “We wanted to include K-2 stu- state reading test midway through the dents as well because the sooner we can identify at-risk readers and give them help, the better chance they have of being at grade level by third grade,” said Garfield Middle School Assis- tant Principal Tony Chiaravalle, who administers the camp along with intervention specialist Meredith Wojtkun. The students receive large group and Reading camp students work on reading small group instruction from 10 teach- exercises independently on their laptops. continued on page 9

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Lakewood Schools Rec Dept. Survey Shows High Satisfaction by Christine Gordillo are satisfied with the recreational pro- As part of an effort to follow grams and facilities available, it speaks through on its continuous improve- volumes of the work of the department plan, this past spring the ment. We are committed to the work Lakewood City School District sur- of continually improving program and veyed the Lakewood community in community and student involvement. regards to the District’s Community The Community Education and Rec- Recreation and Education Department reation Department supports student programs. The survey, conducted by academic success as well as community the Triad Research Group using a ran- health and fitness. The Community dom sampling technique, confirmed a Recreation program will continue to be number of key findings that indicates an integral part of our school district’s that Lakewood residents are satisfied overall program.” with the department’s operations. Many of the users were interested Key survey findings include 91% in seeing expanded programming by of recent adult users expressing satis- the Department, including more edu- faction with programs in which they cational classes, swimming or water participated. At the youth level the programs, fitness classes and basket- percentage was 94%. In overall rat- ball offerings. ings including program variety, ease of Don Sharp, President of the sign-up and enrollment, class/program Community Recreation and Educa- affordability, facility conditions, and tion Commission said, “We are very qualifications of teachers, coaches, and pleased with the survey results. Our instructors, all areas received at least residents are using our programs, and an 85% positive rating. they are interested in expanded offer- Superintendent Jeff Patterson ings and adding new facilities. When said, “We are extremely proud of the we have 56% of our residents with chil- programs that we offer and the long- dren enrolling in three to five or more standing tradition of excellent service programs annually, the Department is that the Community Recreation and fulfilling its responsibility.” Education Department provides to the citizens of Lakewood. The findings bear out the community’s positive sentiment on the offerings and overall Reading benefits to both youth and adults here.” Board President Linda Beebe said, Camp Keeps “When more than 85% of our residents Students On Right Page continued from page 8 ers. One-on-one instruction is also given as needed and students are able to work independently on netbooks as well. The district secured a grant to help pay for last year’s and this year’s camp, which the district views as critical to continue making progress with our youngest readers. “We are required to have summer intervention in place to meet the needs Lakewood Collaborative Job Club Custom Imprinted Apparel of early learners in the area of basic early by Kathy Augustine Library. We will provide informa- Corporate Logowear literacy. While we acknowledge the law The Lakewood Collaborative is tion and resources to assist people Spiritwear and its importance, we recognize that it hosting a monthly Job Club at the with finding a job in today’s market. is imperative to keep students active in Lakewood Public Library at 15425 The Job Club is free and open to the the learning process over the summer Detroit Ave. The next Job Club public. months,” said Roxann Ramsey-Caserio, meeting will be held on Tuesday July For information contact Becky Director of Teaching & Learning, K-12. 29th, from 6-8 p.m. at the Lakewood Carlton at [email protected].

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Lakewood Cares Fundraising For Modern Times by Colleen Worthington Grant students in the 2014-2015 school ers for only $20 per person. Everyone Drug Mart in Lakewood. Tickets will What if we fully funded schools year on Friday August 8th from 7–9 in Lakewood is welcome to enjoy the also be sold at the door unless we are and made prisons make up their bud- p.m. Ticket holders will be provided night out at a great price to support a sold out. Advance ticket holders will get deficit with Box Tops and catalog food and beer for two hours in a special great organization. Tickets are avail- also be entered to win special door fundraisers, selling cookie dough and area being reserved just for support- able for purchase at both locations of prizes so buy in advance! knickknacks? Since that is not happening any time soon, schools are looking for fun and innovative ways to keep all the great events happening that sup- League Of Women Voters Merger port our students beyond what the “Our goal is to provide nonparti- to educate the public about issues, current budgets allow. by Conda Boyd san information about candidates host local candidate forums, publish You may not be aware of this but The three local Leagues of before elections, but also to support local voters’ guides, observe local many of the activities that support Women Voters, LWV-Cuyahoga and promote policies that match our and Westshore Council of Govern- students come from the PTAs at your Area, with LWV-Shaker Heights and good-government positions.” ments meetings, and take stands on schools. The PTAs sponsor events as LWV-Cleveland Area have voted to Since its inception in 1920, the local issues after extensive study and well as staff them and purchase sup- merge forming one single League of League has provided factual infor- consensus. plies, food, clothes, and even books. Women Voters of Greater Cleveland. mation about candidates and issues. The Leagues’ mission at every At Grant Elementary, it was The central League now encom- In the past five years, the three local level, local, state and national is noticed by the PTA president that a passes all of Cuyahoga County, with Leagues have worked together to the same: “The League of Women few students at an after-school pro- nine chapters -- Bay Village, Fair- support the passage of the county Voters, a nonpartisan political orga- gram were in need of new shoes. She view Park, Lakewood, Rocky River, charter that led to the creation of nization, encourages the informed knew the families weren’t able to pro- Westlake/North Olmsted, Cleve- a new form of county government, and active participation of citizens vide so she asked her PTA board to land Heights/University Heights, sponsored forums for candidates at in government, works to increase approve the purchase. These small Hillcrest, Shaker Heights, and Cleve- the city, county and state level, pro- understanding of major public pol- things go unnoticed by most but not land Area. This merger will help the duced voters guides, Lobbied for icy issues and influences public by the student that has the new shoes. organization better meet its mission amendments to the county charter policy through education and advo- So how do we continue to do be able of encouraging an informed and that would assure greater openness cacy.” to do these things in a tight economy engaged electorate. and high ethical standards and League membership is open to with a shrinking budget? Families do “A single strong League of advocated for regional solutions to all U.S. citizens of voting age-both not have the extra money to support Women Voters of Greater Cleveland regional problems. women and men. A new website, old-fashioned catalog sales so one will provide voters with more timely This merger will not affect the LWVGreaterCleveland.org, will be school is looking to do something and complete information before local chapter functions or activities. up and running soon. In the mean- different! every election in Cuyahoga County Local chapters will continue to hold time, visit LWVCuyahogaArea.org or The Grant Elementary School PTA and its municipalities,” said the regular open meetings with a vari- call 216-781-8375 for more informa- will be holding a fundraiser at Around new League’s first president, Mary- ety of guest speakers, offer forums tion or to become a member. the Corner in Lakewood to support the ann Barnes of Cleveland Heights. 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McKinley Elementary School

by Jim O’Bryan ation, what do you think we I heard they were tearing are, kids?” Later in life as proud McKinley Elementary School members of the Webb Gang, we down, getting the property would often play baseball there ready for some empty nester on the gravel, with McKinley’s developments. I know a bunch east wall being “The Big Red of empty nesters who went to Wall.” Outside of that I have McKinley, maybe they’ll buy little emotional attachment, there. I went there, I was in Miss so one last flashback, then let’s Lea’s English Class when they watch them tear it down. After broke the news that President all, history is for old people. Kennedy was shot. It was also Hundreds of photos and videos photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos the scene of my first protest, at the Lakewood Observer. where as 6th graders we told http://lakewoodobserver. Having gone to McKinley in the 60s I had to get this little flashback the administration, “We are com/forum

out of the way. not going to the zoo for gradu- photo by Jim Coyne and Alex Solt

The original building ready for demolition.

Like a bombed out building. photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos

The first hole in the structure is made. This was an addition put on in the 70s. The door so many kids walked through for over a half a century, gone. photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos

The building came down in under 18 hours. The final wall going down in one huge crash, and the building was Below, the cranes take the rubble away. gone and only a memory! photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos

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Lakewood’s Independence Day Parade 2014

continued from page 1 On a glorious summer day, the parade kicked things off with more people lining the street than any of us ever remember. At 10 am sharp the parade started, and by 10:30 the LO Paper Girls and other volunteers had finally started to move all the way in the back. As has been our thing in the past, we asked everyone along the route to join us as we passed, taking photos of the crowd. I mean everyone takes pictures of the marchers, we like taking pictures of the Observers of the marchers, of course. This year we have posted over 400 photos in 4 galleries online, and many will be moved to our facebook page at the end of the week so that you can tag yourself and friends. We have almost 500 photos and 40 minutes of High Def video for your viewing pleasure at the Lakewood Observer. Or take your smart phone and/or tablet, and scan these two QR codes to be taken their instantly. photo by Mary Breiner Mary by photo photos by Deb O’Bryan Deb by photos photo by Craig Lovejoy, Low Level Aerial Photography photos by Deb O’Bryan Deb by photos photos by Deb O’Bryan Deb by photos photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos photo by Mary Breiner Mary by photo photo by Mary Breiner Mary by photo photo by Craig Lovejoy, Low Level Aerial Photography Breiner Mary by photo photos by Deb O’Bryan Deb by photos

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by Jim O’Bryan This year was Fire Chief Gilman’s 32nd year working with the fireworks. In his first year some will remember that all the fireworks went off at the same time, shooting into the crowd and homes nearby. This year he was overseeing the set up, and not only did he help with a great show, but Mayor Mike Summers, Lakewood Police, Fire and City workers did a great job putting together a wonderful experience. Standing ovation from the Observers! photo by Craig Lovejoy, Low Level Aerial Photography

People filing in as the Lakewood Projects entertains.

Hundreds of tubes loaded and ready to go. photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos

Lakewood Observer photographers, and videographers have put together over 200 photos of the fireworks, and also recorded the entire show put on by Pyrotecnica out of New Castle, Pennsylvania. Go to http://www.lakewoodobserver.com/photoblogs and check out everyone’s pictures from the weekend. Or go to the Lakewood Observer Observation Deck at http://www.lakewoodobserver.com/forum, and after looking at all of the pictures and videos, read what your friends and neighbors thought about the best fireworks show I can remember. July 9, 2014 The Lakewood Observer Volume 10, Issue 14 Page 15

Lakewood Cares Neighborhood Leadership Development Program Application Period Now Open by Sandra Kluk Christoff, is one such person. Christ- of the NLDP program on his com- change.” The Neighborhood Leadership off, an architect, was one of the first munity work. “One thing I do know Participants of the Neighborhood Development Program was estab- persons to go through the program. is that NLDP was really the first pro- Leadership Development Program are lished in 2006 by the Jack, Joseph and Michael is a founding partner of the gram I participated in....not only did drawn to it because of their determi- Morton Mandel Foundation and is a Cleveland Design Competition. He it provide me with really important nation to create a positive impact on community engagement training pro- currently serves on the advisory board capacity building opportunities, but their cities by becoming better leaders gram for residents of Cleveland, and of the CMSD Campus International it connected me more deeply to the and enhancing their leadership skills. its inner ring suburbs, who are work- School and the board of Spaces Art Cleveland community in ways that Practitioners in the areas of ing on projects within the City of Gallery. I don’t think many other programs nonprofit management, marketing, Cleveland and who are determined to Christoff partnered with a col- could. It exposed me to issues and program-planning, fundraising and make a positive impact on their com- league in 2008 to bring to Cleveland efforts that I was not aware of and organizational leadership are NLDP munities. from Tokyo, Japan, a unique presen- really made me think a little more presenters and facilitators. Each year, 20 committed individ- tation called the Pecha Kucha Night. comprehensively about how the ini- Every NLDP participant and uals are chosen for the program. There These fast-paced, high-energy eve- tiatives I was working on connected NLDP graduate has ongoing access is no cost to program participants. nings are held four times a year and to the larger community. While it is to the services of a Program Coach. NLDP participants and graduates are meant to expose and attract new difficult to really nail down the rea- NLDP coaches give advice and sup- are from diverse backgrounds and design talent and ideas from different sons anyone’s life evolves the way it port tailored to the needs of the range in age from their 20’s to 60’s. professions and areas of discipline, has, NLDP was definitely an impor- participant. Their interests and pursuits are simi- while fostering meaningful collabo- tant knowledge, character, friendship, The 15 sessions take place on Sat- larly diverse. NLDP currently has 120 rations among presenters and the network and capacity-building expe- urdays at Trinity Commons at 2230 graduates who continue to work to audience. Over 500 people attended rience that made me much more aware Euclid Avenue beginning September improve life in their communities. the most recent event. of our community and the issues we 6th. Applications are due by July 31st. Lakewood resident, Michael Christoff explained the impact face and opportunities for positive For more information and an application, visit www.nldpcleveland.com or call 216-776-6172. Golf Outing Fundraiser Is September 8 At Red Tail Calvary by Lynn Donaldson Rotary projects. United Methodist Church The Rotary Club of Lakewood & Red Tail is located at 4400 Lear All are welcome to join us! Rocky River, in conjunction with the Nagle Road in Avon. Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Foursomes and golfers can and Pillars of Lakewood, will have its register online at www.lakewood- Calvary Community School is accepting rockyriverrotary.org. Registration Join Us! annual golf outing at Red Tail Golf Registration for Club on Monday, September 8, with a forms can also be downloaded from Preschool for the Fall Worship Service shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. the website. If not registering online, 2014 year. Sunday 11:00 am forms and payment should be Calvary The cost is $125 per golfer, and Register for includes greens fees for 18 holes plus mailed to: Rotary Club of Lakewood Vacation Bible School Summer Arts boxed lunch, dinner on the patio, con- & Rocky River, 2801 Ellington Ct. July 14th - 18th and Crafts Fair Community Meal Kid’s ages 4 thru 11 tests and door prizes. Avon, OH 44011. Harding Middle School 3rd Tuesday Visium Resources, 22255 Cen- Sponsors are also needed for the For more information or Gymnasium of the month tour, please call the church ter Ridge Road, Rocky River, is this event. A sponsorship form is also avail- to make an appointment. Saturday, July 26th at 5:30 pm year’s Eagle Sponsor. The event able for download from the club’s 10:00 am - 3:00 pm raises over $4,000 annually for website. 16305 Hilliard Road • 216-221-4324 • www.Calvary-UMC-Lakewood.com

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Lakewood Is Art ©2004 80th Anniversary Season Closes With Electrifying New Mel Brooks Musical It’s Alive! “Young Frankenstein” Is Fully Charged At Beck Center by Kathleen Caffrey including Equity actors Jamie Koeth online at beckcenter.org or call Cus- ously funded by Cuyahoga County Beck Center for the Arts presents as Frederick and Lindsey Mitchell tomer Service at 216.521.2540, x10. residents through Cuyahoga Arts “The New Mel Brooks Musical Young as Elizabeth, will present the funni- Beck Center for the Arts is located at and Culture and the Ohio Arts Frankenstein,” July 11 through est singing and dancing laboratory 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, Council. August 17, 2014 on the Mackey Main experiment this town has ever seen. just ten minutes west of downtown Celebrating its 80th anniversary, Stage. Nominated for three Tony Tickets are $29 for adults, $26 Cleveland. Free onsite parking is Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for- Awards and awarded Best Musi- for seniors (65 and older), and $12 available. profit 501(c)3 organization that offers cal by the Outer Critics Circle, this for students with a valid I.D. A $3 This production of “The New professional theater productions on two monstrously entertaining musical service fee per ticket will be applied Mel Brooks Musical Young Franken- stages, arts education programming for comedy is based on Mel Brooks’ par- at time of purchase. Preview Night stein” is presented through special all ages and abilities, including Cre- ody of classic horror movies. Show on Thursday, July 10 is $10 with arrangement with Music Theatre ative Arts Therapies for individuals times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Satur- general admission seating. Group International (MTI), sponsored by with special needs, outreach education, days and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are discounts are available for parties the John P. Murphy Foundation and and free gallery exhibits. now on sale. of four or more. Purchase tickets Ulmer & Berne LLP, and is gener- Mel Brooks and Thomas Mee- han have done it again! From the creators of Broadway’s record- 5th Annual Lakewood Summer Meltdown breaking sensation “The Producers” continued from page 1 blers, cold draft beer, and food trucks. CrossFit, Lakewood Family YMCA, comes this scientifically proven Buckeye Brewing and the Buckeye Beer Lakewood Recreation Department, good time. “The New Mel Brooks competitive course. With more than 500 Engine have partnered with Lakewoo- The City of Lakewood, Lakewood Musical Young Frankenstein” tells runners last year, this unique evening dAlive to sell 3 Buckeye Beers in the Observer, Cox Communications, the story of young Dr. Frederick race has become one of the region’s most Beer Garden including one made spe- Ride & Workout, Rozi’s Wine House, Frankenstein (that’s FRAHN-ken- popular. 1-mile registration is $15. 5K cial for the Meltdown. Renewal by Andersen, Robek’s, H & R steen) as he attempts to complete advance registration is $23; day-of $28. Thank you to our major spon- Block, West Side Skates, Touch Sup- his grandfather’s work by bring a Sign up at LakewoodSummerMeltdown. sors; Melt Bar & Grilled, University of per Club, Buckeye Brewing Company, corpse back to life – but not without com. 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Wellness Watch 3 Tips To Take To Enjoy Life’s Ride by Selina Almodovar You know what I’m talking about: losses, divorce, death, illness, break- Whichever road you decide to take, Life can often be seen as one long those seasons of dieting and work- ups, unfortunate news…yup, these can know that some will be driving with roadtrip filled with many freeways, out plans, or the season of academia. come from nowhere (perhaps caused you, alongside of you, and could even construction sites, and potholes! These seasons are filled with con- by a prior season), and can cause some be the one with road rage who keeps Sometimes, we are in a season structive moves that will help define a major damage. beeping their annoying horn behind where everything is moving at a “high- “better quality” of you for seasons to Sometimes those potholes will you. No matter where your destination way” pace. Whenever you are going come. That is, if you stick it out, and have us stop completely in our is, everybody is driving and will expe- through a transition, such as planning keep your eye on the road. This is a tracks to sit and dwell on what just rience the road of life and all the road a wedding, going to college, or having critical zone, and lack of careful driv- happened. We worry of what will has to offer. a baby, things can seem to just fly by ing could lead to some ugly results. come of it. In essence, we allow our In order to see what lies ahead in if you’re not too careful. Reaching the When driving through the construc- pot holes to become bigger than your life, you’ve got to drive on, stay end destination too quickly could lead tion in life, you must remember to our road trip. Instead, when the pot focused, and enjoy the ride. you to missing the experience of it alto- stay focused. holes approach you, do not simply Coach Selina M. Almodovar is gether. When riding the freeway of life, Whether you’re just cruising stay in them and allow them to stop a Cleveland native, Lakewood resi- you must remember to enjoy the ride. through life, or slowing down at a life completely. When driving into dent, and a certified health coach Then you have those construction construction zone, life will always hit an unexpected pot hole, you must and founder of Well Said Living: A sites in your life. These seasons are you with an unexpected pot hole. Life remember to keep the wheels rolling health coaching service for women when you simply “work on yourself.” is always full of stupid pot holes. Job and accelerate forward. seeking balance. Her services are Every road trip is different and designed to help women in transition unique to the driver. Some trips are create their ideal lifestyles through What Your Hairdresser bumpy while others are a breeze. “well said” words.

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Business News Belle Barber Shop Continues Tradition by Steve Sink the years, and hung neatly on the — both services that had previously Paul Mediate owned and oper- wall, will remain. been suspended at the shop years ago. ated the Belle Barber Shop on Belle Barber Shop at 14530 We’re three years away from the Detroit Avenue for more than 50 Detroit Avenue has been a bar- 100th anniversary. That’s a place years. Mediate died unexpectedly bershop since the building was that Paul, Joe and I had all hoped in April — and his long-time assis- constructed in 1917. to reach together. Obviously, they’re tant Joe D’Onofrio passed away two I’ve got big shoes to fill. As a not going to be here at the shop, but months before that — but the bar- resident of Belle Avenue I was hon- they will always be with me. bershop will carry on. ored and privileged that Paul saw The store is open from 8 a.m. My name is Steve Sink, I’ve been the potential in me to continue on to 6:30 p.m. Monday; 7 a.m. to 6:30 a barber for almost seven years and I the tradition. He handpicked me to p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 7 will continue the Belle Barber Shop’s become the fifth owner of the Belle a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. tradition of serving the community. Barber Shop. Expect the same friendliness and In addition to haircuts, the Pictured at right: Steve Sink will con- quality service. Belle Barber Shop will also resume tinue the Belle Barber Shop’s tradition Even the trinkets collected over straight-razor shaves and shoeshines of serving the community. O’Neill Healthcare Lakewood Scholarship Winner by David O’Neill O’Neill Healthcare Lakewood, previously known as Lakewood Senior Health Campus is pleased to announce Christina Ferra as the 2014 winner of their annual nursing scholarship. Christina recently graduated from St. Joseph Academy with a 3.8/40 GPA and is headed to Ashland University in the fall to pursue a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. O’Neill Healthcare Lakewood employs over 30 nurses and strives to promote high quality healthcare in the community. Right: David O’Neill, Administrator, presenting Christina Ferra with her scholarship check.

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Opinion Common Core: Part 4 by Chuck Greanoff address-by-abraham-lincoln) isolation never lasts, and doesn’t students closer to understanding In my three part series on the “The idea here is to plunge stu- inspire further inquiry. I’m appalled the Gettysburg Address.”(Source- Common Core for the Lakewood dents into an independent encounter that Coleman would even suggest http://www.washingtonpost.com/ Observer, I hoped to get across the with this short text. Refrain from giv- using the Gettysburg Address this blogs/answer-sheet/post/teacher- following points: 1) The Common ing background context or substantial way. As a history teacher, my over- one-maddening-day-working-with- Core is a business model, not an instructional guidance at the outset... arching goal is to have students the-common-core/2012/03/15/ educational one, designed to mon- Some students may be frustrated, but develop an analytical disposition, gIQA8J4WUS_blog.html) etize children and create scalable all students need practice in doing to see historical events not in isola- Close reading has its advocates, products for test prep/educational their best to stay with something they tion but to place them in a broader and its place as a tool for helping corporations; 2) failure is predicted do not initially understand. This context. I’m not alone. Jeremiah students become more literate. The and hoped for, so that more prod- close reading approach forces stu- Chaffee, a language arts teacher in real danger is that teachers will feel ucts can be sold and more schools dents to rely exclusively on the text Upstate New York, wrote the fol- pressure to conform to a testing privatized; 3) the standards them- instead of privileging background lowing for the Washington Post: regimen aligned with the Common selves are not grounded in an knowledge, and levels the playing This gives students a text they Core and sacrifice good peda- understanding of child develop- field for all students as they seek to have never seen and asks them to gogy—i.e., imbued with context- in ment on either a cognitive or social/ comprehend Lincoln’s address.” read it with no preliminary introduc- service of a score on a standardized emotional level. The “level playing field” means tion. This mimics the conditions of a test. As Chafee points out, this close As I continue to examine the what—no one gets context, so we standardized test on which students reading exemplar “mimics” the standards and the economic/polit- can reduce learning to the lowest are asked to read material they have conditions of a standardized test, ical context in which they were common denominator? He hasn’t never seen and answer multiple- which I suppose is the whole point. developed, my views have only been yet figured out a way of eliminating choice questions about the passage. There has always been a risk, strengthened. One particularly context from students who already Such pedagogy makes school but to date few teachers have galling example of bad pedagogy have it--perhaps Bill Gates can wildly boring. Students are not asked become “test-prep technicians.” As is the exemplar lesson on teaching fund that project, too. If you go to to connect what they read yesterday the penalties against teachers for the Gettysburg Address, a subject the link provided, you can see the to what they are reading today, or “poor performance” escalate, it will dear to my heart. Common Core entire 29 page lesson. Notice, at the what they read in English to what be harder to resist the temptation architect David Coleman favors top, the tagline “Achieve The Core.” they read in Science. to ignore the long-tem intellectual “close reading”—described below- Lovely marketing. Once again, the The exemplar, in fact, for- and social well-being of the student -a nice way of stripping any context elevation of a corporate curriculum bids teachers from asking students in service of the almighty test score. and meaning from one of the most and testing scheme is on display, as if they have ever been to a funeral Such are the perverse and damag- meaningful speeches in US History. they assign their products as “some- because such questions rely “on indi- ing incentives of the Common Core (Source-- http://achievethecore. thing to achieve.” vidual experience and opinion,” business plan. org/page/35/the-gettysburg- “Learning” that happens in and answering them “will not move Are We All GUYS ??? by Christine Shearhart Okay, I accept that. But women are We should never relinquish this role of Are we all GUYS ??? increasing in management of major honor for the vision of “being one of I am not sure when it happened. corporations, politics, are the main the guys.“ When did it become socially acceptable earners in many families. Because of Please ladies, stand up for your to refer to both sexes as “guys”? Have this, should we also be called “guys”? right to be a girl, woman, female. All you noticed it? Everybody is a guy. I Heck NO !!! job applications , surveys, insurance see it on TV, in movies, used by store The other day, a greeter at forms still want to know if you are clerks, everywhere! Quaker Steak and Lube, addressed male or female. At the beginning of the My guess is that corporate Amer- my female friend and I ,“How are race, drivers in the Indianapolis 500 ica decided to level their employees, you guys today?“ I answered, “There are called out each year, “Ladies and male and female, to give the illusion of are no guys here, only us ladies.“ She Gentlemen, start your engines.” equality among sexes. And somehow was not pleased with my response, Ladies, it’s up to us to change this. this spread like wildfire into every and just continued with seating us in It’s easy. Just correct those who call you aspect of life. I can see it being used silence. a “guy” by saying, “I am a woman. No with all male dominated teams, of I believe it is a matter of respect. guys here.“ By making people aware course. And Webster’s Dictionary says Women are meant to be respected of this, we can reclaim our sex and be it is appropriate language in groups as the Mothers of our planet. No one ladies, and girls again. of mixed sexes to call them “guys.” would be here without their Mothers.

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Pulse Of The City 45 Years Ago This Month...July 4th, 1969

July 4th, 1969, started out like many by Gary Rice were cut up, electricity was restored, and other Fourth of July holidays on our debris was swept away. Those of us dev- stretch of the North Coast. Parents, chil- astated by the loss of our friends had few dren, and volunteer groups prepared to counselors to turn to back then. School march in parades, made their last min- was, after all, out for the summer. For ute picnic preparations, and coordinated those of us who had recently graduated with their friends as to where to meet in the class of ‘69, we were forced to grow that evening down at Lakewood Park for up fast. In a few weeks, we would expe- the lakeside fireworks display. rience the Moon landing on our black At the same time, protesters across and white TV sets, and news reports the country were preparing to express from Vietnam would again dominate their displeasure at America’s involvement the headlines. Many of our classmates in Vietnam. What had begun as a fairly would soon be in the ‘”Nam” in person. non-violent exercise in peaceful protest Others, like yours truly, would move on in the mid-sixties, had degenerated into to college. Still others would go on to an ugly, no-holds-barred confrontational jobs, families, or whatever. situation all over the nation. Lakewood In those weeks following the had avoided much of the ugliness that storm, I spent a lot of time with my had marred these protests in other cities, guitar in the basement; wondering but officials were understandably wary of about the meaning of life--and about potential civil disobedience or violence, how friends our age could possibly be particularly on public patriotic holidays. Gary with downed tree, the day after the storm hit. (Photo by Robert Rice) cut down at the very point that their Unfortunately, the entire city was lives were beginning to blossom. certainly not expecting the type of I was into Bob Dylan songs back violence that would arrive at around 7 bandshell. Maybe we booked the Vir- From my vantage point, it looked as if then. One of those was “A Hard Rain’s p.m. that evening. ginia engagement first; I don’t really a solid gigantic gray waterfall was rap- A-Gonna’ Fall,” as sung by Joan Baez. Ask anyone who lived in Lakewood remember those details very well. I idly approaching from the Northwest. While the song does mention tough on that day, and you will hear tales of do remember our playing music on a The band quickly started to put their times ahead, the last part of it, for me at utter terror, mixed with many tales of front porch, and stopping for a break. equipment into the house. least, marked a stirring call for action... sorrow and heroism. It was then that the soft July breeze, And then, the derecho hit like a the blue-eyed son who goes out before I was with my rock band on cutting through the Lakewood sun- sledgehammer. the rain comes, to help a weary world at Virginia Avenue. Ordinarily, the shine, stopped being a breeze. In fact, Forecasters mostly said that this the brink of the abyss. band might have been down at the it stopped altogether. In all of my life, North Coast disaster was the result of Who was supposed to be giving Lakewood Park bandshell, but we were I have never experienced such a quiet a fast-moving line of severe thunder- this help to others? In the case of my playing at the Virginia Ave. block party moment. storms. Later, it was referred to it as friend who had died, it was thought instead. Another band was playing at Then, it started. being a derecho; a kind of straight-line that she might one day become a the Lakewood Park bandshell that day. First, a roar began that sounded storm, although quite frankly, it came teacher. She was always helping others. I forget why we weren’t down at the like a horrible freight train coming. up so suddenly that I doubt whether Who was left to do the helping work in anyone could say with certainty this world that needed to be done? exactly what it was that hit us. Appar- Well... I was a blue-eyed son... ently, it was indeed a derecho, and not wasn’t I? a tornado. Some reports said the storm That’s one of the big reasons I went winds clocked in at 80 mph. Some said into teaching. Over the years, hun- 100 mph. It was bad enough either way. dreds of children with special needs Whatever it was, Lakewood, and received help from a blue-eyed son; most of the Ohio-Erie coastline went inspired partly by Bob, partly by Joan, into an abyss of fast-onset destruction and yeah, partly by my friend, and the that evening. Forty-two fatalities were terrible circumstances surrounding registered in Ohio, with seven in the the events of July 4th, 1969. Greater Cleveland Area, and several in I had the opportunity to thank Lakewood, including a friend of mine Joan Baez personally, many years later; from high school. Trees toppled or for her part in my personal spiritual snapped in half like so much kindling, epiphany. It was too late to thank my storm windows shattered, lawn furni- friend. Besides, there are some things ture tumbled across yards, and family that need to be done privately; in the grills turned into flying saucers. depths of one’s heart. I elected not to In the days after the storm, trees publish her name here, because I did not want to intrude upon her family’s privacy; wherever they may be. The old-timers here in Lakewood know who died, very well. We lost several of the best and the brightest of our youth on that day. We survivors had a That’s What All The People Say lot to measure up to. Hopefully, most HEATING•COOLING of us have at least tried to do so. So many people never know how Air Conditioners much they have inspired others to Furnaces, Boilers action. Perhaps it is enough that the Serving Lakewood action does happen. That day, July 4th, 1969, changed many lives forever For Over 20 Years here in Lakewood. Exactly how, is not only etched in the minds of those who experienced it, but also in the lives of those who were influenced by the infi- nite spirit of Goodness...and with that sublime inspiration that keeps this old world rolling along.

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Lakewood Living Vintage Base Ball Is Back This Year In Lakewood Park continued from page 1 Cleveland will be on hand. On July 27th, in addition to honor- Vintage Base Ball, a signature event ing our baseball heritage, the Lakewood of the Lakewood Historical Society, will Historical Society will be celebrating the feature the Cleveland Blues Base Ball fiftieth anniversary of the Junior Board, Club against the Village Base Ball Club which has developed into our Women’s from Bay Village and the Akron Black Board. All former and current Junior/ Stockings Base Ball Club. The first game Women’s Board members, Lakewood will start at 11 a.m. at Lakewood Park’s Historical Society members, and select The awards being presented, from L to R: Shawn Sovie, Nate Cullinan, Dr. William Stone House Field and will run until special guests will be invited to enjoy an Koch, Wayne Brock, Chief Scout Executive, Keith Christopher, National Director, Sea 12:15 p.m. Scott Longert, noted author ice cream social from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Scouts, Charles Wurster VADM, USCG (Ret.), National Commodore. and baseball historian, will speak at in the Lakewood Park Women’s Club 12:30 pm about late nineteenth century Pavilion. If you have been a member of base ball in the Cleveland area and the either organization and did not receive an Sea Scouts Return From lead-up to the professional Cleveland invite please contact the society. If you are Spiders and the building of League Park. not a member and would like to join the International Regatta His current book, “The Best They Could celebration, today is a great day to join. Be: How the Cleveland Indians Became For more information, please visit by Richard Gash Koch, winner of the 1992 America’s Cup, the Kings of Baseball, 1916–1920,” will the society online at www.Lakewoodhis- Nate Cullinan and Shawn Sovie, promoting leadership through seaman- be on sale the day of the event, and tory.org or call the office at 221-7343. The juniors at Bay High and Lakewood High ship. Details on the regatta can be found advance copies are now available in the Oldest Stone House Museum is located School respectively, placed a close sec- at the website: seascoutcup.org. Oldest Stone House Museum’s gift shop. at 14710 Lake Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107 ond in the Kiwi division of a week-long Our Sea Scouts both returned with The Oldest Stone House Museum will and is open for tours on Wednesdays sailing regatta held in Long Beach, Cali- lifelong memories including sailing and be open for tours throughout the day from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays from 2 fornia. The William I. Koch International racing a 14-foot dinghy in the Pacific and snack vendors Savannah’s Sweet & p.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment. Sea Scout Cup attracted 38 teams from Ocean escorted by a pod of dolphins and Salty Kettle Corn and Chill Pop Shop around the world, comprised of a captain, being distracted by a sea lion out fishing, Shawn Sovie and a crewmember, Nate. things they did not see last year when There were young sailors from nine they won a qualifying regatta, held at countries that included Sea Scouts from Chippewa Lake Yacht Club, to represent New Zealand, South Africa, Finland, the Boy Scouts of America Central Regio Poland, and Ireland. The competition Sea Scouting is a co-ed adventure used Club Flying Junior dinghies belong- program for youth 13 years of age and ing to Long Beach Yacht Club and the older who learn citizenship and lead- U.S. Sailing Center. After the series of ership while developing boating skills. races, only three points separated Nate For more information, please contact and Shawn from a first-place finish. The Richard Gash, 440-871-6106 or email, bi-annual regatta is sponsored by Oxbow [email protected]. Carbon, LLC founded by Dr. William

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Lakewood Living Lakewood Commissioner’s Softball Tournament Benefiting Youth Recreation Scholarships by Troy Bratz ment is the main source of funds for playing through a flight-style tourna- Lakewood! We need generous sponsors The Commissioners of the the scholarship fund every year. ment. Registration costs will be $250 to help make this year’s tournament Lakewood Community Recreation The weekend events will kick per team - all inclusive for game balls, weekend a huge success by donating and Education Commission, the Adult off at Madison Park (Usher Field) scorers, officials, etc. The winning softballs, cases of water, t-shirts, fli- Athletic Commission and the Youth on Friday, August 8th with a charity team will be given championship tour- ers, coupons, gift cards, gift bag items Athletic Commission are excited to kickball game where employees of the nament t-shirts. The best part - $150 etc. Cash donations are also graciously present the third annual Lakewood Lakewood Schools will face off against of each registration will go directly accepted! In order for your business Commissioner’s Softball Tournament City of Lakewood employees. Kickball towards Lakewood Youth Recreation to be included in the information benefiting Lakewood Youth Recreation will be followed by a charity softball Scholarships! packet and on the championship teams Scholarships. These scholarships are game. Lakewood’s Police Department We will provide each registered t-shirts, we need your commitment by given to the community’s youth who will battle The City’s Fire Depart- team with an information packet that Friday, July 18, 2014. would otherwise not have the funds to ment. Come cheer on the people that will include a map of Lakewood along Please contact Troy Bratz via participate in our Recreation Depart- make our city great. Bring your fam- with a thank you to our sponsors and e-mail at TROYBRATZ@GMAIL. ment’s many activities each year. ily, friends and a picnic basket to enjoy additional donated items - provided by COM or phone (216) 702-2196 with Each year the Recreation Depart- one of Lakewood’s fine parks. For hun- many of the wonderful businesses in any questions. ment provides scholarships to the gry players and spectators alike, the young residents so they may par- Lakewood Kiwanis will be grilling ticipate in the any of the sports or their famous hot dogs. Lakewood Kiwanis other programming that is offered. On Saturday, August 9 and Sun- Approximately 10,000 children living day, August 10, 2014 play continues at Annual Chicken & Ribs in Lakewood take part in a variety of Usher and Foxx Fields. Saturday will activities every year. In recent years, the be our Men’s Tournament and Sun- scholarship has provided $50 toward day will be our Co-Ed Tournament. BBQ Fundraiser! each child’s activities. This tourna- Each day will consist of 8 teams, each by John Huetter beverage. Tickets are $15. Hotdogs will Lakewood Kiwanis is once again be available at $2 for children under Brown Spots On Lake Erie holding its annual Chicken & Rib BAR- 5 years. Tickets are available from b-QUE at Lakewood Park Kiwanis Lakewood Kiwanis members or at the Pavilion on Sunday, July 20, 3 to 6 pm. door. Your meal also includes potato salad, 100% benefits Lakewood Kiwanis baked beans, water melon, dessert and Community Projects!

by Yana Sharp I have noticed something recently that I have never seen before on the Lake - a few large brown film-looking spots close to the shoreline. The picture above was taken from the backyard of 11820 Edgewater Dr. Bald Eaglet Fledges photos by Jim O’Bryan Jim by photos

The Emerald Canyon Bald Eaglet has fledged and flew the nest, leaving Mom and Dad as empty nesters. We have been following the Bald Eagles for year, and this year’s success seemed in doubt for months. But this would be the 5th Bald Eagle Mom has given birth to in the canyon. See all of the pictures and videos on the Deck!

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Lakewood Living Hen Hopefuls: The Paschke Family by Annie Stahlheber own a gorgeous, old house too! Happy summer from the Hens in Why do you want to raise hens in Lakewood Committee! Meet The Paschke Lakewood? family, Lakewood Ave. residents interested I want the best for my children, in responsible hen-keeping in Lakewood. especially with food. Raising hens will What street do you live on? not only allow us to provide fresh eggs Lakewood Avenue. for them, but it will teach them how to How long have you lived in care for more animals and the Earth! Lakewood? Why do you think Lakewood is a 11 years. We moved here as soon community that should allow respon- as we found out we were having a baby. sible hen-keeping? Why do you choose to live in Lakewood is known for being a Lakewood? diverse, caring, progressive commu- I feel that Lakewood is the best nity. It only makes sense that Lakewood place to raise kids, especially at our would allow something so beneficial & ages. It has so much to offer and we eco-friendly!

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