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Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 5 • Issue 4 May 2013 Collinwood High School and Kenneth C. Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy chosen as “Investment Schools” CMSD selects 13 schools for Phase I of The Cleveland Plan

by CMSD Communications “We chose the term ‘Investment attainable,” said the CEO. “We drew On April 25, Chief Academic Offi- Schools’ for the schools selected so that on a vast research base in developing cer Dr. Michelle Pierre-Farid joined staff, students, families, and our neigh- an approach for supporting schools Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, Chairman Emeritus CEO Eric Gordon in announcing the borhood communities understand that and avoided taking a ‘one-size-fits-all’ of Forest City Enterprises and business leader Albert District’s selection of 13 “Investment we are directing resources, time, and approach to change.” Ratner, and CEO Eric S. Gordon. Photo by Schools” for the 2013-2014 school year. personnel where they are needed to As a result, there are different pos- Maria Kaiser/Cleveland Photographic Society. The CEO sent an email to all staff prior help every student succeed,” he said. sibilities for how the changes will look to making the announcement at a press “We also want families to know that, and feel in each Investment School participate in the “Investment Schools” conference held in the Administration on every level, CMSD is investing in building where different levels of inter- phase of The Cleveland Plan. Both Building auditorium, and sent separate their child’s school.” ventions will be implemented and schools meet the criteria for learning emails to staff at Investment Schools The rigorous process for select- support strategies will be customized. institutions in which rapid and signifi- informing them of the school’s selection. ing Investment Schools for Phase 1 In the Collinwood area, two schools, cant improvement is within reach. The Cleveland Plan requires CMSD involved an intensive review of student Collinwood High School (which is Following the announcement the to improve student achievement for all achievement data and an analysis of currently divided into three separate overriding questions included, “What of its lowest performing schools within the District’s capacity to find the right schools: College Board Academy, Teach- does this mean for CMSD staff?” six years, and to do so by identifying supports for particular schools. ing Profession, and Interior Design & It is important to note that CMSD’s and selecting groups of “corrective “We were honest with ourselves Fashion Merchandising) and Kenneth “investment” in change extends action” schools to receive intensive about schools in which quick, dramatic C. Clement Boys’ Leadership Academy beyond the Investment Schools to resources and supports, the CEO said. improvements were ambitious, but are among the first 13 schools chosen to Continued on Page 7 Collinwood High School’s JROTC LaSalle Theater will be restored to its former Program gains Honors and Recognition grandeur as LaSalle Arts and Media Center by Anthony Battle Cadets work hard to learn strict military by Alenka Banco The mission of the Collinwood Army drills and to construct a routine for the Over the past several years, North- JROTC program is to motivate young exhibition round of the competition. east Shores has been working on people to be better citizens. Under the finding an appropriate use/user for instruction of Major Thomas Jenks (Ret) Anthony Battle is a senior at Collinwood the LaSalle Theater. Recognizing that and Sergeant First Class Enrique De High School and a 4th year JROTC cadet. the LaSalle Theater is a huge asset to Jesus (Ret) cadets learn skills necessary After graduation, he will be heading off to the neighborhood and the develop- the U.S. Marine Corps. Michael Parker, to be productive in their communities. ment of this project would be the also a senior, and a 3rd year JROTC March 22 was the 18th annual mili- catalyst for additional investment in cadet, currently plans to enlist in the U.S. tary ball. Cleveland City Councilman the neighborhood, Northeast Shores Marine Corps, following graduation. Mike Polensek attended and spoke to has explored and entertained every What is your best memory of the LaSalle Theater? Go cadets about the keys to success and inquiry and possible candidate for the to www.collinwoodobserver.com, click on Member his own high school career at Collin- property leaving few candidates who Center and send it in to the paper. With pictures! wood, where he is a member of the Hall understood the full capacity of the of Fame. Our cadets learned valuable rehab. The State of the Street address munity-based use. The LaSalle Arts information during his presentation. was the official announcement that and Media Center will be rehabili- Councilman Mike Polensek strongly Northeast Shores is moving forward tated and restored to the grandeur it supports Collinwood High School and with the rehabilitation plan and com- deserves as a multi-use arts facility. the Collinwood community. After the formalities, the cadets were able to enjoy the ball, socializing and dancing amongst themselves. Effective-rated Pictured are the members of the JROTC military drill Below is a photo of the Collinwood drill team, that took second place in this year’s annual team. They took 2nd place in this year’s CMSD military drill team competition. O.H. Perry is CMSD military drill team competition. the place to be by Bill Carroll A Decade of Success breeds success at O.H. Perry Academy. Since achieving its ranking as Decibels: the only CMSD K-8 school in the area to O.H. Perry Regional Champions. The Girl Eagles soared earn an EFFECTIVE rating on the Ohio through their second playoff appearance in two years The photography of completing a season of nine wins and one loss. Department of Education Report Card, Joe Kleon O. H. Perry has become the place to be for accomplished students. by Anastasia Pantsios The 7th and 8th grade girls basketball Space: ROCK, the new music pho- Joe Kleon team won the Erie Division Champion- tography gallery at 15721 Waterloo ship. The Girl Eagles soared through Road in North Collinwood, is proud It’s an appropriate date for the show’s their second playoff appearance in two to present the first-ever one-man show opening. It’s also his 10th wedding years completing a season of nine wins by Joe Kleon, the area’s premiere music anniversary. And he bought his first and one loss. Coach Wilburn antici- photographer of the past decade. “A professional quality camera to take on pates that another good team will take Decade of Decibels: The Photography his honeymoon following his marriage the court next year. of Joe Kleon” opens with a reception to his wife Nicole. O.H.Perry Cheerleaders from 6-10 pm Friday June 7. Continued on Page 12 Continued on Page 2 Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 5 • Issue 4 May 2013 May 2013 The Collinwood Observer Volume 5 • Issue 4 Page 3

Dialogue Around Collinwood

this about including Mayor Jack- PERRY Continued from front page Councilman’s son, State Representative Bill Patmon, Collinwood Juice adds Southern ODNR, and the Board of Commission- Oliver H. Perry also offers the pro- Corner ers of the MetroParks System including gram for Gifted and Talented students Hemisphere pressings the Appointing Authority, the Honor- for grades two through eight which The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based by Councilman Mike Polensek able Judge Anthony Russo. This is a continues to perform at a high level. by William McCulloch news source published by Collinwood Publish- A lot of good things have transpired great victory for our community. One of the only Gifted and Talented Collinwood’s neighborhood wine ing Inc., a local business dedicated to the de- since my last writing. As I am sure you The rebuilding and resurfacing of programs in the area, it provides grape and juice purveyor since the velopment of grass roots media and increased have heard, on April 22, Cleveland City Lakeshore Boulevard will start up once challenging material to students who 1920’s, Collinwood Juice, whose regular connectedness of the citizens, civic groups, Council passed two pieces of critical again as soon as the two last sewer con- are preparing for rigorous secondary season runs September through Octo- non profits, businesses and institutions in and legislation, unanimously; one authoriz- nections are completed, one near the and post-secondary education. “It is ber, has added for the first time a second around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. ing the City to take back the lakefront Recreation Center and the other just O.H. Perry’s focus on academics and spring harvest. These juices come from parks from the State along with Villa west of East 150th Street. My thanks social/emotional learning that makes the Chilean Maipo Valley which is bor- The Collinwood Observer Angela Beach and the second was to to all who have had to endure driving dered by the Andes mountains and the our school a successful and posi- 15741 Mandalay Avenue, the home of Collinwood Juice. th enter into a 99-year Lease with the Lakeshore Boulevard during this much Pacific ocean. This region mirrors Cali- 650 E. 185 street tive educational environment,” said Cleveland MetroParks to operate Euclid needed sewer rebuilding process. The fornia’s wine topography and climate Cleveland, OH 44119 principal Sofia Piperis. She cites the Beach, Villa Angela Beach and Wild- work on the Euclid Creek Tunnel Proj- including its hot days and cold nights. dedicated staff at O.H. Perry as one Copyright 2013—Collinwood Publishing Inc. wood Park, along with other lakefront ect is proceeding on schedule toward Carl Cocita, owner and grandson of All rights reserved. Any reproduction is properties, as a part of the MetroParks’ our goal of a much cleaner Euclid Creek of the reasons students have been suc- founder Nick Martino, is offering some forbidden without written permission. System. Also, the Wildwood Wetlands and lakefront. cessful there. 15 varieties of these wine grape juices Project is virtually complete and we are Demolition continues for the Not- Look for O.H. Perry students at the including Cabernet, Merlot, Pino Gri- PUBLISHER all looking forward to a great summer tingham Village Commerce Park along East 185th Street Parade on May 18th. gio, Malbec, and Carmenere, but call for John Copic, [email protected] along our lakefront parks. St Clair Avenue with groundbreaking The cheerleaders and drill team will availability. At this point Carl says they This is great news for our neighbor- for the Cleveland Range headquarters’ be there, as well as the drum corp A PROVEN LEADER are only selling the pressed juices, but EDITORIAL COORDINATOR hood and it has been something which I building planned sometime in early which seems to impress and entertain may in the future look to import the raw Betsy Voinovich, have lobbied and worked for for several grapes from Chile as well. Comparatively Carl Cocita is the owner of Collinwood Juice and the Summer; if everything goes according audiences wherever they perform. grandson of founder Nick Martino. [email protected] years. We are on the verge of not only to construction schedule. Oliver H. Perry is fortunate to have in a continuum of care priced with its Californian competitors, connecting the entire lakefront but con- My thanks to Northeast Shores a 6 gallon pail is going for around $50. ADVERTISING John Copic, 216.531.6790 the support of Senator Voinovich as Collinwood Juice Co. is open April necting our neighborhood to the Euclid Development Corporation for helping He adds that this Fall he’s looking to be he helps to celebrate and encourage through May, Monday through Sunday, Creek Reservation with a defined bike to organize a very successful meeting for selling juice from Italy as well. WRITERS: Yolanda Anderson, Alenka the students and staff year after year. 10am - 6pm, 15741 Mandalay Avenue, path, thereby adding another critical the East 185th Street Stakeholder’s held So from the Vatican, to the Dutch Banco, Anthony Battle, Tonya Broach, Along with the annual “Molly Day” Cleveland, 44410. (216) 451-8697. link to the “Emerald Necklace.” on Monday, April 29. The message was • Post-Hospital Skilled Nursing monarchy, to local wine production, Elva Brodnick, Bill Carroll, CMSD celebration that takes place every fall MetroParks’ administration should sent loud and clear, from not only my 2013 seems to be becoming South Will McCulloch is an amateur local his- Communications, Liz Copic, Jeanne in the memory of Senator Voinovich’s be well in-place by July 1, 2013. No office but from Euclid Officials as well, & Rehabilitation America’s year. Salute! torian and Collinwood resident. Coppola, Alexa McDonough, Maureen daughter, Senator Voinovich will be doubt it will take time to get a handle that we need the merchants and prop- Harper, Laurie Henrichsen, Barb Holtz, on maintenance and capital repairs. erty owners on East 185th Street to step featuring a Bike Safety day at O. H. Charlie Kamen, Nan Kennedy, Denise However, MetroParks has assured me up to the plate and become real stake- Perry on May 9th. He and Mrs. Voi- • Alzheimer’s Care Lorek, Stephen Love, William McCulloch, that Safety and Security issues are the holders in the corridor. Only then will novich will meet with the students Global Youth Service Day 2013 was a Myra Morris, Sgt. Sammy Morris, immediate Top Priority. This is great we see the improvements that our com- and give out 80 free bike helmets. Matthew Orgovan, Richard Osborne, news and we all look forward to work- munity has long desired to see come to O.H. Perry is a proud member of the • Hospice Care Great Success at Euclid Beach Park! Claire Posius, Anastasia Pantsios, Mike ing with an outstanding partner such as fruition. East 185th Street has great North Collinwood neighborhood and by Stephen Love Polensek, Louis Ross, Chifaun Smiley, the MetroParks System. opportunities and we need to maximize always welcomes community part- They say it takes a village to raise a Leora Sullivan, Arnita Washington, My thanks to all who helped bring that potential – NOW! nerships because our students benefit child. On Global Youth Service Day Natasha Wells, Linda Zolten Wood from the expertise of people in the 2013, Euclid Beach Adopt-a-Beach community. If you can contribute to Photography John Copic volunteers learned that it also takes a the education and accomplishments village to clean and care for our beach, The views and opinions expressed in this of our students please call the office. our park and our Great Lake! publication are those of each writer, and We look forward to meeting you. Global Youth Service Day celebrates not those of the publisher, editor or any and mobilizes millions of young people other entity. who improve their communities each Jumpin’ for joy after another successful beach cleanup! The Collinwood Observer is powered by: day of the year through service. Estab- COMMUNITY lished in 1988, Global Youth Service Day 216-731-7060 is the largest service event in the world, Earth Day Art Gallery! Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:30pm Saturday 8:00 – 5:00 MEETINGS and the only day of service dedicated to To top it ALL off, trash collected from We offer pick-up and delivery service. Let’s make a neighborhood resolution for children and youth. You can learn more Euclid Beach has been sorted for an art Send us your E-mail at [email protected] for monthly specials like this one. the new year – check out the block clubs. about GYSD at www.gysd.org. opening called ‘BEACHED’-an exhibi- To submit a story to the Collinwood Observer, Or…visit our website at WWW.JAYDEECLEANERS.COM It takes just one evening a month, it often All tolled, volunteers picked up 104 tion at Waterloo Studios (5316 Waterloo go to www.collinwoodobserver.com, click involves food, you get an up-close view of pounds of trash and 34 pounds of recy- Road) that opened on Friday May 3rd by on Member Center, sign in, click on Submit BLANKETS COMFORTERS BEDSPREADS neighbors you didn’t know, you hear what’s Story, and start writing. going on and you can seize the moment clables, painted 15 park benches after local artist Ivana Medukic. The purpose Clean out your closets. Bring all you can, all at once, right away! and ask why. Or why not. Stick this list on they had been vandalized and even of the exhibition is to raise awareness Next deadline: May 25, 2013. Present this offer with your next INCOMING order. the refrigerator. Or on your iPhone. prepared flower beds for landscaping about plastic pollution and our impact You can mail your stories to the Collinwood We are giving 25% off all Household blankets, comforters and planting! Check out the park for on the environmental health of the Collinwood Homeowners’ & Tenants’ Observer office at 650 E. 185th Street, and bedspreads. Put them away fresh for next season. yourself and see the difference! Great Lakes. Gallery strollers will have Cleveland, OH 44119. Bring in as much as you wish. Association First Wednesday, 7 pm, St. Mary’s School, 15519 Holmes Avenue Thank you to all our community the chance to mount trash to an outline Cannot be combined with other offers. This offer valid thru April 2013 volunteers including employees from of Lake Erie and over time ‘fill’ the Lake E185 Street Block Watch Accenture and an especially big thank with plastic collected from the beach Second Tuesday, 6 pm, Lithuanian Village you to all the youth that came out for cleanups! Check it out and add a piece Hall, 877 E185 (rear entrance). GYSD including the students from of trash on for yourself at the next first Nottingham Civic Club www.hcr-manorcare.com John Carroll University, VASJ High- Friday art opening at Waterloo Studios Third Tuesday, 7 pm. Nottingham United school and the Girl Scout troop from on Friday June 7! Methodist Church, 18316 St Clair. St. John of the Cross! Way to show the • Interested in learning more about the E156 Street Block Watch power of youth working together to Third Wednesday, 6 pm. M&M Bar-B-Que, ManorCare Health Services – Euclid Beach improve their community on Global Euclid Beach Adopt-a-Beach Team? 15116 Lakeshore Blvd at E152. Youth Service Day 2013! • Like us on facebook-facebook.com/ Northeast Shores Development Corp 16101 Euclid Beach Boulevard Thank you also to Cleveland Lake- adopt.euclidbeach NSDC holds its quarterly meetings, open to Cleveland, OH 44110 front State Park for clearing the beach • Subscribe to our email newsletter- all, members and public, on the third Tues- of large debris prior to the beach [email protected] day of January, April, July and October, 216.486.2300 cleanup and repairing the vandalized at 6:30 pm, at our lovely new rec center. benches for volunteers to paint! Come out to our next beach cleanup These meetings are well worth attending, Finally, a big thanks to all of our sup- on Saturday May 18th from 930am-11am all kinds of neighborhood-wide initiatives port from local businesses like Chloe’s come up for discussion. at Euclid Beach Park-followed by march- Kitchen Diner for donating delicious ing in the Alive on 185 Street Parade! Collinwood/Nottingham Historical (and much needed!) coffee, Chili Pep- Society Second Thursday of the month, pers Restaurant for providing 1/2 off And if you can’t make it, we’ll plan St Mary’s Church Hall, 15519 Holmes meal coupons to ALL volunteers and to see you on Saturday June 8 at Euclid Avenue, beginning at 6:30 pm. Euclid Beach StarPop Vintage+ Modern for donat- Beach Park from 10am-12pm for our ing art to a lucky volunteer from their next beach cleanup!

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Development Development

Northeast Shores Collinwood Nottingham village Hey, Hey, Hey! New Arts Projects set to begin on Roof Loan Spruce up time: Rainy days Waterloo between May and September by Tonya Broach Program Spring is finally here! Nature is wak- 2013 Paint Voucher Program and Mondays ing up and the flowers are beginning to by Tonya Broach free Family Movie Nights on Waterloo by Charlie Kamen by Yolanda Anderson To Qualify: by Yolanda Anderson bloom. So, get outside (with your copy It’s official! The third round of the Road during Walk All Over Water- Spring is here and now is your opportu- Collinwood & Nottingham Villages of the Observer), of course, and enjoy Artists in Residence grants is under loo (WAOW) weekends; “Collinwood nity to get started on your housing repair • Must be a low or moderate-income Collect Rain, Grow Veggies, & Save the the beauty! While you’re at it, check out way. A panel meeting was held in early Facelift” which will resurface a fore- needs. For all of those roof repair concerns, Development Corporation (CNVDC) family (call for income guidelines). Planet! the latest installment of featured Face- April, decisions have been made, and closed house on 156th St. with Xeroxes we have the program for you. Northeast is taking applications for the 2013 • The applicant may be the owner or ten- book pages from the arts and business the Grantees have been appointed. of faces of the community pasted to an Shores’ Cover Your Assets Roof Loan Pro- Cleveland Paint Voucher Program Free Rain Barrels Available! ant, however, he/she must reside in the community. As always, please feel free This round of the grant focused more exterior plywood surface; “Switch on gram is back. This was a limited one year in the South Collinwood area only South Collinwood house being painted. Tired of all the rain? Let’s put it to to visit, read about their wonderful ser- narrowly on vacant and underutilized Waterloo” entails a public sculpture program from 2012 that we have been able through August 2, 2013. Eligible ap- If the applicant is a tenant, he/she must good use! Cleveland’s Summer Rain vices, and click on the like button. space where previous grant proposals symbolizing the re-energizing of the to continue in 2013 with some additional plicants may receive vouchers for up to were more focused on neighborhood North Waterloo neighborhood. The funds that are available until July. This get signed permission from the owner Barrel Program provides a limited Buettner’s Bakery $400.00 in free paint and supplies. 1. Local Bak- storytelling and youth engagement. sculpture will be installed in a vacant loan program is zero interest and is offered to participate in the program. number of rain barrels to Cleveland ery on East 185th. www. To be eligible to receive the grant, green space on E. 156th Street adjacent to homeowners in the 44119 zip code of residents, especially South Collin- facebook.com/pages/Buettners- • Must receive Lead Safe Work Practice an applicant had to either be a resident to Chloe’s Diner and directly across Cleveland. The only restrictions for eligi- Bakery/108175585890546?fref=ts instructions at the time of application. wood, FREE of charge. of the North Collinwood neighbor- from Arts Collinwood; “Waterloo bility are that you must be current on your Rain barrels collect rain water that 2. Cleveland Action to Support Hous- hood or work a minimum of 15 hours Sculpture Garden” continues with the mortgage, with your taxes, and it must be Coit’s Growing To Apply: ing (CASH) in your neighborhood can be used to water your flowers, veg- Nonprofit organization per week in the neighborhood. Some goal of arranging programming in the an owner-occupied property. with a thirty-year history of revi- Open Saturdays Year Round – 8:00AM to 1:00PM 1. Get an application by calling gies, and general landscaping. And, interesting and ambitious ideas were area to feature local professional artists, This unique program is in partnership talizing Cleveland neighborhoods Wednesdays April thru November CNVDC at (216) 383-9772. the price of rain won’t increase by 82% submitted, but only a handful could as well as regional artists, while still with Neighborhood Housing Services, 10:00AM to 1:00PM through repair and rehabilitation 2. Complete the application and sub- over the next 5 years…. receive funding. That being said, all showcasing the sculpture departments who administers the loan process and Healthy Produce. Healthy People. Healthy Connections. lending. www.facebook.com/pages/ mit ALL required documentation of us at Northeast Shores and CPAC of local universities. approval. Northeast Shores’ role is to TM Call 216-249-5455 or go to www.coitmarket.org Cleveland-Action-to-Support-Hous- by August 21, 2013. Painting must Who is eligible? are extremely excited to see these lat- Projects from Grantees of the sec- pre-qualify the loans and market the pro- 15000 Woodworth Rd near East 152nd and Noble ing-CASH/144043172319836?fref=ts be done within 30 days of applica- est projects come to life in addition to ond round of the Artists in Residence gram. The roof repairs can include roofs, Learn what’s available. Join our e-mail list by e-mailing &rf=162589967102997 [email protected] or join “The Coit Road Farmers Market” on Facebook. tion approval. All homeowners in the City of Cleve- potential opportunities that will pop program have also wrapped up which gutters and down spouts for home and 3. Neighborhood Housing Services land! However, there are a limited up for artist collaborations. included Wheels on Waterloo by artists garage repairs. The maximum amount 3. Required documentation:proof of A nonprofit organization provid- number of rain barrels that are distrib- Grantees, Amy Callahan, Debbie Lou Tisler and Jerry Schmidt, Collin- for the loan is $10,000. In order to apply, ownership, proof of income, etc. ing programs to achieve, preserve uted on a first come, first served basis. In Gulyas, Lea Maxwell, Ivana Medu- wood Painted Rain Barrel Project by you must provide documentation, full Call (216) 383-9772 for details. and sustain the American dream of application and three contractors’ esti- 2012, 505 rain barrels were distributed. homeownership. www.facebook. kic, Loren Naji, Jerry Schmidt & Omid Linda Zolten Wood, and the Music 4. $60 refundable deposit due upon Tavakoli will spearhead upcoming Education Series by Doug Wood. These mates. We would like to reach out to admission to the program. The $60 com/NHSGC?fref=ts seniors in particular, since there is only What is required to participate in the projects that will include mural instal- are just several examples of the ongoing will be refunded to you upon pass- 4. Taupa Lithuanian Credit Union limited availability left in the program, program? lations that will take place in alleyways, community work that our funded artists ing the final inspection of the paint Local Credit Union proudly serv- though it is not exclusive to seniors. on sidewalks and other structures are doing. We’d like to thank everyone job and clean-up by a City of Cleve- ing the Lithuanian Community for The program is very unique because • Be a homeowner in the City of Cleve- throughout the street (“Zoetic Walls”); who has submitted applications for the land Lead Assessor. over 26 years. www.facebook.com/ the roof loan allows the owner to have land. An “Alley Cat House Project” that will Artists in Residence Grant program. All pages/Taupa-Lithuanian-Credit- no payments until sale or transfer of the Please note that assistance covers involve construction of 6 outdoor feral of our effort is making a huge difference Union/46794638247?fref=ts property for the loan. Since there are no paint and supplies only. You will be • Complete required paperwork. cat shelters that will then be painted and for artists doing community work ... and 5. Waterloo Sculpture Garden Water- monthly payments, any issues regarding responsible for the labor involved to decorated by six local artists; “Messages for the North Collinwood neighbor- • Have a 2” X 3” rectangular down- loo Sculpture Garden (WSG) will your credit score, foreclosure, and bank- paint your home, once approved. in bottles” which will include bottles hood where they’re doing it! Although offer landscaping workshops, a com- ruptcy will not disqualify you from being spout on your home or garage that is around public spaces for residents/ this is, technically, the final installment Your house must be in good repair munity herb garden, and plenty eligible. If you have further questions not visible from the street. visitors to write chalk messages to the to qualify for the paint program. If you of art from talented Cleveland of the Grant, efforts are being made to about the loan, please reach out to North- have other housing repair needs, call sculptors. This project is made pos- community that will later be turned secure additional funding in order for east Shores, Housing Program Manager, • Install the downspout diverter by CNVDC or go online at www.cnvdc. sible through Artists in Residence into a time capsule to reside on Water- Northeast Shores to continue offer- Charlie Kamen, at (216) 481-7660 or cka- the time the rain barrel is delivered. org for information on other housing , a special initiative of Northeast loo for a duration of time; “Family ing similar programs in the future. So, [email protected] and he would Experience Ohio’s (You will be provided the downspout Shores Development Corporation Movie Nights on Waterloo!” Vacant lots please stay tuned! be happy to assist you in starting the pro- assistance programs available to Cleve- diverter) and Community Partnership for on Waterloo Road will be used to host cess for a new roof! Northeast Shores also top-ranked care right land homeowners. Arts & Culture (CPAC), generously How do I sign up for a Free rain barrel? offers other housing program that can Yolanda Anderson is the Executive funded by Leveraging Investments help the homeowners of North Collin- Director of the Collinwood & Notting- Contact CNVDC by phone at (216) 383- in Creativity (LINC),Kresge Foun- in your community. wood reinvest in their Homes. ham Villages Development Corporation. 9772 or by e-mail at cnvdc.org. dation, Ford Foundation, and East 185th Street: State of the Street Euclid Hospital is proud to serve our community with comprehensive Charter One Growing Com- by Alenka Banco ment of Economic Development and primary and specialty care. Recognized for our top-ranked munities.www.facebook.com/ Care at 760 East 185th Street. WaterlooSculptureGarden?fref=ts On Monday, April 29, 2013, Council- Wendy Sattin from CNDC. orthopaedic and rehabilitation programs, we also provide a wide range man Polensek joined Northeast Shores The presentation continued with a Friedman started the presentation of other services, including advanced imaging and surgical services, Be sure to stay tuned for next month’s to host the first annual East 185th Street by reinforcing the Councilman’s words new Northeast Shores program tar- longitudinal care clinics, pain management and a Geriatric Assessment exciting lineup! State of the Street Address. The lun- that merchant involvement is neces- geted for new business opportunities Program. We’re also a certified Primary Stroke Center, the cheon was held at the Lithuanian Hall sary for growth and positive change on the street. Activacant will address standard for advanced neurological care. It’s good to know the located at 877 East 185th Street and on the street. He also emphasized the the streets immediate blight issue by Thank you sponsored by Councilman Polensek importance and responsibility that packaging several storefronts for a com- world class care you need is right around the corner. and Fifth Third Bank. property owners have in regards to petitive collective incentive program. by Denise Lorek Finally, there was official news to Same-day appointments available. On Saturday April 27, 2013, students Brian Friedman, Executive Direc- overall appearance and maintenance report in regards to development on from John Carroll University visited tor of Northeast Shores, opened the of their properties, which obviously 1.866.733.6363 North Shore Collinwood ready to work. meeting and greeted over 35 attend- includes Northeast Shores Properties, the University Hospital site. University euclidhospital.org  Doggy Day Care FREE Hospital has released plans for the con- It was a beautiful day for sprucing up the ees. Councilman Polensek started the specifically The LaSalle Theatre.  Training Temperament Evaluation struction of their new facility. Euclid LaSalle Theater block of East 185th St. meeting by celebrating the attendance. In addition, private investment and  Pet Supplies With Coupon After a quick tour of the LaSalle Theater Hospital also announced site improve- Polensek stressed that the success new business development has started $10 Value Expires 5/31/13 these students pushed up their sleeves and and growth of the street can and will to gain its own steam on the street. ments which include resurfacing and prepared to get dirty at the theater and the be positively stimulated when mer- Several new restaurants are currently landscaping. surrounding block. Doors and boarded windows were painted, weeds were pulled chants become more involved. Also under development. Chris Hammer Denise Lorek, Community Organizer for 23600 Lakeland Blvd. Euclid, Ohio 44132 and mulch was spread. represented at the meeting were our and Matt Quinn, owners of Paragon Northeast Shores took a few minutes to 216.732.3070 www.petsplaceohio.com It’s amazing what a transformation East 185th Street Partners, the City of in Euclid, are planning a late summer talk about the upcoming Alive on East 20+ volunteers can make in 4 hours. The Euclid. Jonathon Holody welcomed opening of their new restaurant located 185 Street festival now in its 5th year. 594-03 EUCLID_2013 Brand_4.625x7.5-99-3.indd 1 3/19/13 3:47 PM students were excited to be making a dif- attendees on behalf of the City of at the former Harland Pub, 779 East Denise encouraged local business owners JOB NUMBER & COMPONENT Prepared by: CREATIVE DEPARTMENT Approval Initials Date AEs ference to such an old, historic building. to participate in the parade followed by Client: Cleveland Clinic DELIVERABLES: Euclid. 185th Street. Also, Northeast Shores is 594-03 EUCLID_2013 Brand_4.625x7.5-99-3 Copywriter Division: Regional Laser 1370 W 6th St, 3rd floor Katie Spring from John Carroll and John Project: Euclid 2013 Brand CD - Copy the sidewalk sale. She reminded mer- PUBLICATION or MEDIUM Cleveland, OH 44113 Also in attendance were Anita Gray currently working with a potential new Flat Size: 0” x 0” Comp 216.574.9100 Boksansky from Northeast Shores helped chants that they can also support the COLLINWOOD OBSERVER  Trim Size: 4.625”768 x 7.5” EastDesigner/AD 200th Street PDF (across from Drug Mart) from Congresswoman Marcia Fudge’s restaurant for the LaSalle Tavern at 837- Live Area: 0” x 0” CD - Design PDF (No Slug) coordinate the efforts of these students. I INSERTION DATE Bleed: 0” JPG event by making a donation to support Line Screen: 85 Quality 05.15.13 Assurance office, Chris Warren, Chief of Regional 839 East 185th Street and Steve Hippen (216) Flash 738-1177 would also like to thank Lou from Gus’s COLOR: the children’s activity. 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• For all levels of donations, donor names Hearts in will be written on mini kites that will be Time to bring the garden back! Memorial What’s happening at the Collinwood Library INVESTMENT Continued from front page displayed at the non-profit agency’s two hospice houses to show love and sup- by Elva Brodnick by Natasha Wells different MAKER event. Come join us the entire District and community. Flight Kite & If you’ve lived in our Collinwood School Garden port to resident patients and families. On Tuesday, May 7 the Collinwood at the Collinwood branch on Tues- It is therefore an exciting time to be neighborhood for any length of time, on staff, not only in our Investment “We want this to be a family-friendly facelift branch of the Cleveland Public Library day, June 11 at 1:30 p.m. as we MAKE Garden Fest and have come down E 152nd St, past Schools but in schools throughout the community event. We’ve planned a vari- will celebrate Mother’s Day and Cinco NOISE when we kick-off the beginning Memorial School, you will have seen by Myra Morris, 6th Grade, District, said the CEO. by Laurie Henrichsen ety of activities to make it a memorable that huge raised bed that is now the de Mayo with our Madre’s Day pro- of the Cleveland Public Library Sum- When we experience the death of Memorial School “Across the District we are going to day for everyone,” said Sunny Masters, Memorial Garden, dedicated to all who My name is Mya Morris and I am a gram which will begin at 3:00 p.m. mer Reading Club 2013: MAKE It a Great loved ones, we strive try to keep their Chief Development Officer. Activities will do things fundamentally differently in died in the Collinwood School Fire of sixth grade student at Memorial School Students will learn about the celebra- Summer! memories alive. Symbolic rituals pro- order to drastically transform a subset include kite demonstrations from the Ohio March 4, 1908. 172 people lost their lives vide an effective spiritual outlet, located on East 152nd Street. I have been tion of Cinco de Mayo while we also The Cleveland Food Bank will provide of schools in a short period of time,” Society for the Elevation of Kites, sidewalk that day, in a tragedy that resounded allowing us to feel close by celebrating a student here for almost three years. One honor our mothers and create a gift for a bagged summer lunch for students he said. “You will hear me continu- chalk arts and crafts, animal exhibits from not only in our own community, but their lives in a positive way. That’s the Memorial School Garden in 1912. Photo courtesy of of the things I noticed when I enrolled Mother’s Day. starting on Monday, June 10 through ally reminding everyone that ‘It is not the Lake Erie Nature Science Center, Super nationally – and internationally. idea behind the Hearts in Flight Kite the Ohio Historical Society was the Memorial Garden located in the We are getting ready to launch our Friday, August 2. Lunches will be served enough to become a premier school Hero guest appearances courtesy of the Many of you will also remember and Garden Fest on Sunday, June 30, front of the building. There was a big Summer Reading Club 2013: MAKE It a district; we must become a district of non-profit group Superheroes to Kids in what the Memorial Gardens were once Monday-Friday from 3:30-4:30. 1 to 4 p.m., which will send an arc of thing missing...FLOWERS! After awhile premier schools.’ In order to accom- Ohio, and much more. like, even as late as the 1960’s. Sadly Great Summer! The program will run Please stop by the Collinwood memorial kites skyward in a colorful I finally approached the principal, Mrs. plish this mission, we need every staff “We encourage families to grab their however, as time went by, they dis- from June 10-August 2. Kids who par- Branch for more information on our mass tribute over the Lake Erie skyline. Rondo, and asked her if we could start a member in every building to commit picnic baskets, bring a blanket and appeared. In 1993, the community ticipate will have an opportunity to Summer Reading Club 2013: MAKE It The event will take place on the water- gardening club. She thought this was a to doing work in a different manner in enjoy a beautiful day on the water- banded together once again, and the earn prizes along the way while also a Great Summer! or to sign up for a free front property adjacent to Hospice of front,” Masters added. “Our scenic good idea, but time got away from us. order to get to different, better results current Garden was created. earning online achievement badges. the Western Reserve, 18485 Lake Shore This year when the 105th anniver- library card for yourself, your infant or Vista Walk along Lake Erie and the gor- It’s now 20 years later, and the Memo- and to support our colleagues working Boulevard, Cleveland. sary of the tragic Collinwood Fire was Those who complete the program will child. “MyPlace My Card” supports lit- geous memorial gardens throughout rial Garden is in need of help. Much in Investment Schools. The family kite-flying event will be approaching she told me about a con- receive a voucher for up to 4 tickets eracy for the youngest - kids five years the grounds will also be available for needs done to make it the true Memo- In his email to the entire District doubly meaningful to participants since versation she had with a community for the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on old and under can sign up for a free self-guided tours, and will be one of the rial it is intended to be, and something staff, the CEO personally asked every all funds raised will benefit patients Memorial Garden in 1960. member, Ms. Daley, who knew of a Saturday, August 18. Each week of our library card with a parent signature. featured stops on the Euclid Pond and we in Collinwood can all be proud of! and families cared for by Hospice of the group who had a desire to improve Continued on page 10 Garden Tour taking place the same day And we can all do something to help! Summer Reading Club will feature a Western Reserve, a nonprofit agency and revitalize the Garden. Mrs. Rondo as our event. The gardens and the spec- Things have already begun to make So far then, we have formed this serving seriously ill people in Northern told me to get a group of my class- tacular view of the lake may be among this project a reality. The Collin- Committee, had our first meeting with Ohio regardless of their ability to pay. mates and friends together so we could Cleveland’s best-kept secrets.” wood Nottingham Historical Society Principal Rondo, and planned our first Parking will be available next door at be a part of the effort. My friend A’ja In case of inclement weather, the (CNHS), partnering with Memorial Community Meeting – and we’re off Villa Angela–St. Joseph High School. Stacy and I met with Mrs. Rondo and Diabetes program at Memorial-Nottingham Library Hearts in Flight Kite & Garden Fest Spiritual Christian Church (whose own to a good start. Please do get involved; rain date is Sunday, July 14. To spon- every skill, idea and interest will be came up with a list of ideas of what we Here’s how it works: roots go back to the Fire – its founders’ by Jeanne Coppola She explained that there are two healthy...Be Active...(and) keep track of sor a Tribute Kite online, visit www. needed – including YOURS!! could do and what we would need to • Donors may choose from adding their daughter, Laura Baldwin, died in the The Diabetes Education Program types of diabetes: In type 1 diabetes, your blood sugar levels,” she said. hospicewr.org/kite. For more infor- The best news – and most exciting - get the project going. We even thought loved one’s name to the tail of a Tribute Fire), and the Cleveland School District held at the Memorial-Nottingham your pancreas does not make enough A nutrition fact sheet listed how many mation or to place a phone order, call is that students from Memorial School of some possible fundraisers we could Kite for $25 or sponsoring an individual (especially the students at Memorial Library on April 13th was very informa- insulin. In type 2 diabetes your body carbohydrates were in each serving. Ms. (216) 502-4451. are also eager to be involved. Look for have at the school. kite for $100. School), CNHS has undertaken to tive for all who attended. Sarah Snow, does not use insulin properly. Snow said carbohydrates should not be a report from them elsewhere in this I had a chance to meet with the com- About Hospice of the Western Reserve restore the Memorial Garden. A a “Nova Nordisk Diabetes Educator” Ms. Snow handed out fact sheets that more than 40-50 grams for each meal, and • Each gift of $25 will be acknowledged Observer – and see what they think. munity group and they shared some Celebrating 35 years of service in the Committee has been formed - the Col- explained how diabetes causes a per- explained diabetes and how to check not more than 15-30 grams for a snack. by writing a loved one’s name on the tail All in all, it was a great meeting – we of the rich history of Memorial School Northern Ohio region, Hospice of the linwood School Fire Memorial Garden son’s blood sugar levels to be too high. your sugar levels, and demonstrated Healthy snacks and beverages were of a Tribute Kite. got a lot done, discussed much, had and the Garden and what they envi- Western Reserve is a nationally ranked Committee – with a “Kick-Off” meet- When food is digested, it turns into how to use an Insulin Pen. “The more provided and there was a drawing for • Dozens of Tribute Kites will be linked great ideas. Once we have everything sioned. There is a community meeting non-profit agency providing comfort ing planned for May 16th at St Mary’s sugar, and insulin helps the sugar you know about (diabetes) the more you portion-size plates. together and flown together in an arc−a together, we’re eager to get started – coming up on May 16th and I along and emotional support to patients and – details elsewhere here in the Observer move into your cells where it is used for have the power to control the disease,” For information about Nova Nordisk dramatic symbol of hope and transfor- and hope you are too! Meanwhile - stay with A’ja look forward to attending their families. The agency provides (and we hope to see all of you there!) energy. But with diabetes, sugar is not she said. “Carbohydrates are turned products and diabetes go to: Corner- mation. tuned for updates here in the Observer. and seeing a new life for the Memorial palliative end-of-life care, caregiver This is a report on our first meeting able to get into your cells. into sugar...(so) read food labels. Eat stones4Care.com • Individual kites may be sponsored Thanks for your interest! See you on support and bereavement services with Memorial School Principal Lori School Garden in the near future! for $100 with the option of onsite fly- the 16th! throughout the region, and cares for Rondo. (And the first of many reports ing and personalization. Hospice of For more photos, information etc, check people in a variety of settings, includ- / articles, to keep you all up to date on the Western Reserve will supply all of the Collinwood Nottingham Historical ing private residences, assisted living the progress of this important project.) the materials needed to create a kite Society website at: www.collnotthistory. and retirement communities, nursing Members of CNHS attending included that says, “I remember,” “I love you,” or weebly.com/index.html. Ideas? Sug- homes, at Ames Family Hospice House Mary Louise Daley, Eric Deutsch, “Thank you.” gestions? Need info? Please contact the in Westlake and David Simpson Hos- Charlotte Iafeliece, George Neff, your • For those who cannot attend but still reporter (wearing several hats!), and Committee at either: CollNottHistory@ pice House on Cleveland’s east side. gmail.com or: (216) 738–0626. wish to honor a loved one, Tribute Kites For more information, visit www.hos- Memorial School student Mya Morris. may also be sponsored online at www. picewr.org, or call (800) 707-8922. What it boils down to is this: before Elva Brodnick is the secretary of the Col- hospicewr.org/kite. we can pull a weed or plant a flower, we linwood Nottingham Historical Society, need permission from the Cleveland Board President–Memorial Spiritual Municipal School District to commence Christian Church, and the Interim work. Ms Rondo will be working on get- Chair–Collinwood School Fire Memorial ting the formal agreements we need, as Garden Committee. well as the permission forms and waiv- ers we’ll need for volunteers working on the project. Once we have all that – we’re ready to move ahead. Ms Rondo will be taking the lead on all this legwork with the District, with the assurance from our Committee that we will give any assistance we can, to help the process along.

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VillaVilla Angela Angela-St. – St. Joseph Joseph High High School School VillaVilla Angela Angela-St. – St. Joseph Joseph High HighSchool School Faith.Faith. Family. Family. Future. Future. Faith.Faith. Family. Family. Future. Future.

VASJ forges relationships in China VASJ’s Drama Club Viking

Villa Angela-St. Joseph High performs Disney’s Aladdin Views School President Richard Osborne ’69 In his biography from his in quite some time. The credit goes recently returned from Zhöngshän, by Richard Osborne freshman year performance of to the hardworking cast and crew, China, where he was part of a political Some of my colleagues conned Godspell, Josh Duke ’13 expressed including a group of seven seniors and business delegation working to me into making a cameo appearance in his hope to someday play the role of who wanted to ensure that their last develop economic and educational ties our recent student musical production, Aladdin before graduating. With one performance on the VASJ stage was between the City of Cleveland and the Aladdin Jr. Principal Dave Csank, as month remaining until he receives their best yet. And it was. City of Zhöngshän. well as teachers Gary Minadeo and his diploma, Duke’s dream became a The students weren’t the only “My role was to represent Chuck Martinko, were fellow reluctant reality. ones who shined on the stage. VASJ and the Diocese of Cleveland thespians. VASJ’s drama club gave four Principal David Csank, President in exploring potential educational Oh, OK. Not that reluctant. The wonderful performances of Disney’s Richard Osborne ’69, math teacher opportunities for Chinese students truth is, each of us got a big kick out Aladdin Jr. in front of nearly 500 Gary Minadeo ’74 and teacher Chuck here,” Osborne said. “For VASJ, the of our assignments to play bachelor people, including a dress rehearsal for Martinko also made guest appearances Josh Duke, Diamond Wilson, Nicole effort is particularly meaningful as an princes. How much the audience elementary schools SS. Robert and during the show. Ouaddaadaa, and Mychael Primes sing extension of our commitment to give A Whole New World during the finale. enjoyed our performances, of course, William and St. Jerome. English teacher Mrs. Kristen our students multicultural learning may be another story altogether. A lot of positive feedback was Scharfeld, Director of Advancement As is the case with most VASJ experiences.” Standing backstage before the received after the performances and Mary Paxton and Director of activities, the spring musical was A pilot program for Chinese curtain was raised, I was struck again many stated it was one of the best Communications Emily Robinson, clearly a labor of love for all those students was inaugurated at St. Peter with a sense of déjà vu. I had a bit part performances they have seen at VASJ directed the show. involved. Chanel High School this year, he in the student musical Carousel on the explained. The program will transfer to very same stage in 1969. VASJ next year after Chanel closes in I also was an understudy for one June. of the lead roles and, back then, the Osborne anticipates that three or understudies played the leads for one more students from the Zhöngshän The Cleveland Chinese Friendship Council, represented by Cleveland City Councilman Brian Cummins, signed a letter of cooperation with leaders in Zhöngshän. performance. My singing ability was region will enroll at VASJ in the fall. It and is such that, for the understudy is expected that the numbers will grow performance, my character’s songs at VASJ and other high schools in the were cut. diocese in the future. There also was a scene in which I The program was developed was to walk across the stage as I carried by Chanel President and Principal a girl over my shoulder. As my knees Sister Maria Berlec, OSU, along with collapsed and I struggled to move, the Jason Lin, President of Lin’s Omni poor young lady became my unwilling Development in Cleveland. Sister partner in an unplanned slapstick Maria, a former principal of VASJ routine. and a 1967 graduate of Villa Angela I bring all of this up because it Academy, will join the VASJ faculty reminded me how the high school next year. Osborne poses with students at the Zhöngshän campus of the Members of the Cleveland Culture Business Delegation pose with experience involves so much more Zhöngshän is located in Quandong China-Hong Kong English School. local representatives outside one of the corporations they visited than simply what takes place in the province, which has the largest during their mission to China. classroom. Whether it is drama, population and share of GDP of all 34 Friendship Council, was led by The delegation visited “We gained important information athletics, Student Council or any of the Chinese provinces. The city is located Jiashan Huang, President of Cleveland Zhöngshän from April 13-19 and and insights in our exchanges that other endless activities our students about two hours from Hong Kong. Chinatown Development, and forged relationships with numerous will be beneficial as we carry out the engage in after hours, extracurriculars The Cleveland delegation, Cleveland City Councilman Brian companies, schools and government program at VASJ,” Osborne said. bring value – not to mention a great The cast and crew of VASJ’s production of Disney’s Aladdin Jr. pose for a picture after one of their performance on April 26, 2013. representing the Cleveland Chinese Cummins. officials. deal of fun – that can’t be graded on a scale of A, B and C. VASJ, Northeast Shores Development When our students move on to Corporation and Hermes Road Racing are college – did I mention that once again Alums return to VASJ for career fair this year 100 percent of our graduates excited to announce the Second Annual will be attending college? – and their Escape on the Lake 5k run and 1-mile walk on More than 40 alums and advanced materials and unique professional pursuits afterwards, the Saturday, July 13, 2013. community members, along with the technologies. lessons they learned through their entire student body, gathered in the Scaminace spoke to the students participation in sports and clubs The race will start and finish at VASJ. All pre- gym on April 17 for VASJ’s career fair. about finding their calling and the will guide them and, in some cases, Careers ranging from law enforcement profession that is right for them. “Not registrants will receive a t-shirt. determine what they do and how they to engineering, and everything in all of us are going to know what we’re do it. between, were represented. Students meant to do. Listen for it,” he said. Having parented our four children Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. were able to visit the tables of their “When I was sitting where you are, I through high school – three of them The 5k run/1-mile walk will begin at 9 a.m. interests and ask questions about the didn’t know what my calling was.” at the same time – my wife and I fully various professions. Scaminace attributes much of his understand the demands of carpools, Pre-Registration Entry Fee (before July 10) The keynote speaker was Mr. success to his time spent at St. Joseph rushed dinners and schedule conflicts Joseph Scaminace, a 1971 graduate High School. “This school had a huge 5k run and 1-mile walk - $18 that is the stuff of family life when you of St. Joseph High School and a very impact on who I am today,” he said. have a student in high school. proud Viking. Mr. Scaminace, who “It grounded me in my faith and taught But witnessing the effects of the Race Day Entry Fee has had a long and very distinguished me values that I carry with me today.” Viking Experience, it is abundantly 5k run and 1-mile walk - $23 career in business, is the Chairman One of those values which he clear that it is all worth it. of the Board and Chief Executive shared with the students is viewing Director of the OM Group, a leading every single interaction with another More information can be found on the VASJ Joseph Scaminace ’71 addresses the Richard Osborne ’69 is the president of global provider of specialty chemicals, human being as important. website at www.vasj.com/escape-on-the-lake VASJ student body during its career fair. Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School. VILLA ANGELA-ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL VILLA ANGELA-ST. 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Cleveland MetropolitanCMSD School District Cleveland Metropolitan School District INVESTMENT Continued from page 7 Building educators’ Readiness to Teach: Hannah Gibbons • Extra time for teachers to collaborate, learn Cleveland Metropolitan School District member to be part of a necessary cul- from one another, and plan outstand- ture change across CMSD. STEM Catapults ing, relevant lessons holding every adult accountable for the success of every student “Defend Your Castle” Changes we must see in CMSD Investment REGISTER NOW! • Integrated use of classroom technol- Schools by Leora Sullivan ogy to engage students In April, the 7th grade students at Building students’ Readiness to Learn: • Targeted professional development Hannah Gibbons STEM School had a and ongoing coaching on how to use contest to decide whose catapult would Students developed blueprints, measured 2x4s and used power tools to construct their team catapult. • Clean, attractive, inviting classrooms available data to meet individual stu- launch the farthest. The objective was to and pubic spaces dents’ learning needs apply the engineering design process to the trajectory and make modifications to • Every adult in the school using consis- • Curriculum and resources to support construct and test a catapult. get their best range. The winning team’s tent, positive language to set the tone Students formed superhero teams to fol- high-quality instruction for English catapult launched an average of 35 feet. of high expectations for everyone low and complete a webquest, “The Evil Language Learners and Special Edu- This first place team will be able to pres- • Improved student and staff atten- Fire People Are Marching…Defend Your cation students ent their project at our school STEM Fair dance and morale Castle.” Through a strong interdisciplinary • All-school training to deepen staff on May 9 at 6pm and at the citywide • Real-Time Coaching for teachers who approach, balancing science with technol- commitment to a culture of learning, STEAM Festival on May 18 at the Great struggle to manage classroom behav- ogy, engineering and math, they developed high expectations, and every student Lakes Science Center from 10am -3pm. ior and keep students engaged graduating from high school pre- blueprints, measured 2x4s and used power • Extra time for student advisory and pared for college and career success tools to construct their team catapult. Leora Sullivan teaches 6th, 7th and 8th structured supports from caring On launch day students had to track grade at Hannah Gibbons STEM School. adults: mentoring, tutoring, etc. Building school leaders’ Readiness to Act: Your child will love learning with us. • Proactive solutions to empower stu- • Allowing principals more budget dents and families flexibility to be responsive to the • Cooperation and communication needs of students in their school Register TODAY for Kindergarten between educators, families, and pro- • Protecting schools from unnecessary Saturday, April 20 was a big day for FREE full-day kindergarten with: viders of other student supports bureaucracy so that leaders can focus on Collinwood High School, with members of the community invited to the school to the students and teachers in the school • FREE vision exam & glasses, hearing screening and dental share in the celebration of Earth Day with • Expanding school partnerships that at select schools an Earth Day focused Art Fair, there were have worked in other CMSD schools ainted faces ts p an • Highly qualifi ed teachers poetry readings, crafts, performances, tis d h (i.e., New Tech Network) ar a t nd tables– including the Collinwood Observ- n s e • Child-centered learning environment • Coaching Investment School princi- d w u it er’s– sharing their good news. t h pals in how to lead positive effective S • Standards-based curriculum with early literacy & math E a r change processes t instruction Photos provided by Gail Greenberg, h

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Naturally Collinwood Heritage Home Program Helps Coyotes in your neighborhood Homeowners with Spring Projects by Claire Posius Lately, I have been hearing more by Alexa McDonough The Heritage Home Program offers and more reports of coyote sightings The Spring construction season is upon homeowners FREE advice on home all over Cuyahoga County. I wanted us! While you are mulling over the proj- improvement, maintenance and repair to share some information and clear NEW DAY ects that need to be completed to get your issues that are unique to older homes. up some misperceptions about the home in shape, remember that you have a This technical assistance component resilient Coyote, a mammal sighted great resource in the Heritage Home Pro- of the Heritage Home Program is what regularly in the watershed. Coyotes are in the watershed, but gram! sets it apart from other programs. Now there are no wolves living in the ACADEMY The Heritage Home Program is avail- any homeowner wishing to do work on wild in Ohio. Coyotes have a bushy Coyote able to owners of homes that are 50 their older home can have the help and black-tipped tail, overall are gray in years and older. Technical staff is avail- answers they need in order to get the appearance and have yellow eyes. They ing in urban environments are used to Boarding and Day School able to answer home maintenance and project done properly. Cleveland Ward are found throughout the state in normal noises of City living and they rehab questions and provide an impar- 11 homeowners can take advantage of both rural and urban areas. Coyotes will usually pay no attention to peo- tial opinion – one that doesn’t include free: were seen in Ohio as early as 1947 and ple. If you notice a coyote that looks trying to sell a product or service. expanded into the state due to loss of sick (e.g. hair loss, loss of balance, or • Site visits to answer home repair, improve- other predators in the Eastern U.S. approaching people) contact your ment and maintenance questions. Coyotes eat small prey, primarily police department immediately. DECIBELS Continued from front page • Advice on increasing energy efficiency. small mammals such as rabbits and Ways to avoid interacting with coy- otes are to remove any ‘attractants’ Kleon’s involvement in music pre- • Contractor Resources mice. Interaction with domestic pets from your property, by removing gar- ceded his work in photography — and • Evaluation of contractor bids and does occur sometimes—your best bet bage, pet food or cleaning a dirty grill A World-Class Education for Grades K-12 led to his discovery of his life’s passion. estimates. is to keep pets indoors before sun- before nightfall. If a coyote is inquisi- He’d been a radio announcer for 25 set and do not leave cat or dog food tive and watching you, clap your hands years, with top-rated stints on WNCX Qualified homeowners also have the or water bowls out overnight. Adult coyotes weigh between 25-35 pounds, and shout and it should move on. The and WRQK. He also worked as sound option of obtaining a low-interest, fixed- so most dogs weigh the same or more main take-away is that coyotes are here Tuition-Free • Now Enrolling Grades K-10 effects tech for area Pink Floyd tribute rate Heritage Home Program loan, with and are seen as a ‘hassle’ for coyotes to to stay in Ohio and we need to learn to band Wish You Were Here and started rates as low as 1.4% and repayment deal with. There have been no known, live with and respect them. shooting them on the side. He quickly options up to 20 years in length! There realized he had a gift for photography. verified attacks by a healthy coyote in are no maximum income restrictions Northeast Ohio on a human. For more information and resources, In the decade since then, Kleon has or points involved with the Heritage click here:http://www.cuyahogas- photographed nearly 100 shows and Coyotes live in family units usu- Home Program loan and the interest is wcd.org/EuclidCreekFiles/EC%20 events a year. His work appears regu- ally consisting of 5-6, but they are solo st tax deductible. Financing is based on Projects&Plans_files/LacustrineRef- Join us on Saturday, June 1 at larly at Scene’s website, where he posts hunters. In the Spring and Fall you are bank lending requirements and available likely to see them out during the day ugeDocs/Coyotes%20in%20Euclid%20 slide shows of his concert photos of Creek.pdf artists like Bruce Springsteen, Judas home equity. Many projects are eligible: as they are spending more time finding NDA’s YOUnity Fest Priest, Dave Matthews, Radiohead, rodents to feed their pups. Coyotes liv- Aerosmith, Dream Theater, Neil Dia- • Exterior and Interior Painting A Celebration for All People! mond, Toby Keith, Rod Stewart, Stevie • Kitchen and Bath Improvements Nicks, and Taylor Swift. • Compatible Additions Rides, Games, Activities, Talent Show and More! Despite the obstacles to shooting • Roof Repair and Replacement Orr Ice Arena, 22550 Milton Drive (off Babbitt Rd.) contemporary concerts, Kleon rou- • Basement Waterproofing Noon to 5pm Rain or Shine See you there! tinely brings back stellar shots that • Window Repair capture the artist’s personality in care- • Masonry Repair fully observed work. • Insulation At New Day Academy, we believe that every child Kleon has been the staff photogra- • HVAC Upgrades deserves a world-class education -- a respected, pher for Michael Stanley and Auburn • And much, much more! {competitive program that opens doors of opportunity for { Records for the last ten years, as well as for the yearly Kumite Classic, a national The Heritage Home Program loan is a lifetime. Our dedicated teachers combine an exceptional martial arts championship, held in available for owners of residential proper- academic curriculum with caring, compassionate attention Pittsburgh. His work has been published in various newspapers, magazines, tele- ties of three units or less. Properties can to the needs of each individual student. We believe in be owner occupied or income producing vision commercials, and CD artwork. nurturing and shaping the whole child -- mind, body A Decade of Decibels will run through (rental). As always, the Heritage Home the end of July. For more information, Program staff is available to assist you and spirit -- through integrated programs that cultivate go to www.facebook.com/pages/Space- with your project from start to finish! character, multiculturalism, service, and leadership skills. ROCK/577928505565228?ref=hl Learn more or get started: Anastasia Pantsios is a Cleveland writer Call (216) 426-3116; Email: hhp@heri- • Award-Winning Faculty • College Readiness for Students – demonstrated and photographer with an emphasis on tagehomeprogram.org; Website www. by an acceptance rate of 97% music and the arts. 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• Pack ammunition separately. Non semi- 2013 Gun Buy-Back Announced automatic rifles (Assault Rifle) and Friends of Euclid shotguns can be turned in but no incen- tive will be given. Creek seeks to by Sgt. Sammy Morris, Public Inform. Officer Division of Police have employed for several by Liz Copic Maureen Harper, Chief of Communications years. As a result of the Gun Buy-Back, some- With Earth Day still fresh in our Cleveland Police Officers will inspect the protect streamside Mayor Frank G. Jackson and Chief of Police one’s life will be saved.” minds, I'm reminded that we're lucky to weapon to ensure that it is operable. Michael McGrath proudly announce that “ArcelorMittal is proud to partner with greenspace have Cavotta's right here in our neigh- the 2013 City of Cleveland Gun Buy-Back the Cleveland Division of Police and Cleve- After the officers determine that the weapon borhood, and I’m excited to tell you all will be held on Saturday, June 15, at Public land Police Foundation on the Gun Buy-Back is operable a $100 gift card will be given to by Barb Holtz about what’s new there this year. As we Safety Central located at 2001 Payne Avenue. program. It is a natural extension of our The Friends of Euclid Creek (FOEC), a those who turn in hand gun and a $200 gift all learn more about the importance In exchange for operable handguns or semi- commitment to make our city a safer place grass-roots, non-profit charitable organi- card to those who turn in a semi-automatic of shopping locally & eating fresh, we automatic rifles (Assault Rifles), citizens will for our employees and neighbors. After the zation which advocates for the health of rifle (Assault Rifle) and a pair of Cavalier be given a either a $100 (handguns) or $200 guns are collected, we are pleased to melt its namesake watershed, has established a can manage both at great prices right and Lake Erie Monsters tickets will be given. (semi-automatic rifles) Target, gas or food gift down the weapons and recycle them into Land Conservation Fund to aid its efforts to here in Collinwood just by stopping by Everyone surrendering a gun will be entered protect 20 acres of woodlands in two com- card and two tickets to an upcoming Cavaliers new steel which will eventually become con- Cavotta's. into a raffle for a chance to win up to $1000! munities on Cleveland’s East Side. and Lake Erie Monsters game. In addition, sumer goods that improve the quality of all In existence since 2003, FOEC’s mission they will be entered into a raffle with a chance our lives,” said Eric Hauge, Vice President & is to raise awareness and preserve the natu- to win up to $1,000. Incentives for surrendered General Manager, ArcelorMittal Cleveland. ral features of the Euclid Creek watershed, firearms will be available while supplies last. How to Participate: Taking root for which covers portions of nine eastern sub- As we drive up, I immediately notice Cleveland Police have partnered with the • Bring a working handgun or semi-auto- urbs and the northeast corner of the city of Cleveland Police Foundation, ArcelorMit- conservation the new huge planter with their name matic rifle (Assault Rifle) to Public Safety Cleveland. Over the past 13 years, its mem- tal, the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, the bers have undertaken numerous initiatives painted on it out front. I can't wait to Central located at 2001 Payne Avenue on by Claire Posius Cleveland Cavaliers, Burt Saltzman owner in support of its mission. Included among see what fresh fruits and veggies they Saturday, June 15, between the hours of Did you know that trees provide many Shop local at of Dave’s Supermarkets, the Cleveland these efforts have been rain barrel work- 8:30a.m. and 1:00 p.m. services beyond the beauty and curb have in the market. As we check out shops, stream and native garden cleanups, Browns and the Police Patrolman’s Associ- appeal they lend to streets and properties? the local vegetables, fruits, honey, and • The weapon must be unloaded in a clear water quality tests, educational outreach at ation to organize this year’s Gun Buy-Back. One of the most important benefits is plastic bag inside a second container community events, and watershed education more tasty things, we soon encoun- Cavotta’s “This community partnership will help us the ability of trees to capture and hold (gym bag, backpack, etc.) signage where major roadways cross Euclid ter the owner Angela who tells us we to prevent a tragedy in the City of Cleveland,” • Transport the unloaded and properly storm water. This leads to a reduction Creek and its tributaries. should see the new high tunnel for year said Chief of Police Michael McGrath. “This bagged weapon locked in the trunk of in the volume of water rushing through FOEC has also enjoyed previous success round growing in the back, and say hi Garden Center is a strategy the City of Cleveland and the your vehicle. the gutters and pipes following a storm. in the preservation and restoration of lands to the animals on our way. The result is less investment in expensive within the watershed. In 2008, the group infrastructure (storm sewers) and cleaner partnered with the Cuyahoga Soil and water when the runoff reaches rivers and Water Conservation District and the May- lakes. Polluted urban storm water run- field City School District in establishing off (non-point source pollution) washes the 12-acre “Dusty Goldenrod Meadow” chemicals (oil, gasoline, road salts, fer- in Highland Heights - so named for the We walk past baskets of flowers and Then we head back towards the front where we talk to Angela about tilizers and other lawn chemicals) from endangered wildflower which resides there. amazing smelling greenhouses full of the family business, and we learn that they have been family owned hard surfaces, such as roadways and Last summer, FOEC members worked herbs, we quickly say hello to the rab- parking lots, into streams, wetlands, riv- with another northeast Ohio conservation and operated for 90 years. Then we discuss putting in decorative and bits chickens and goats, but spend the ers and lakes. Drinking water, aquatic life group - West Creek Preservation Commit- tee - to clean and plant trees on a creekside most time with the goats because the edible gardens and not only does she have some great suggestions, and the health of our entire ecosystem can be adversely affected by this process. property on Marcella Road in Cleveland’s one named Lily was super friendly and but we're impressed to hear she has 75 different kinds of tomatoes to North Collinwood neighborhood. loved being photographed. Then we choose from this year. Trees act as mini-reservoirs, controlling At present, the Friends’ goal is to purchase runoff at the source. Trees reduce runoff by: and protect two wooded parcels located in head further back in the property past It's such a treat to be able to shop at a local family owned business, the bee hives, to see their new structure • Intercepting and holding rain on the cities of Richmond Heights and High- for year round planting. where the owners become your friends. leaves, branches and bark. land Heights. The eight-acre Richmond • Increasing infiltration and storage of Heights property is located on Redstone Stacie Wertheimer rainfall before it strikes the soil. Run, a tributary of Euclid Creek, and is sit- • Tree roots hold the soil in place and uated just south of Cleveland Metroparks Senior Insurance Advisor prevent sediment (another major com- Euclid Creek Reservation. By protecting the ponent of non-point source pollution) mature forest on this parcel, FOEC seeks to from entering lakes and streams. maintain high-quality habitat for plants and 19603 Nottingham Rd.  Long Term Care animals, and reduce erosion on the site’s Cleveland, Ohio 44110 Below are just a few examples of tree steep slopes and further downstream.  Supplement and species and their benefits on storm The Highland Heights tract consists of (E.185th st, by the railroad tracks) water! 12 acres of woodlands, wetland areas and Advantage Plans Tree Species headwater streams, and sits near both the Monday through Friday 9am–7pm Dusty Goldenrod Meadow and the High-  Prescription Plans Trunk Diameter Saturday 9am–5pm Annual interception of Storm Water land Heights Community Park. If secured by  Annual Monetary Benefits FOEC, it would remain in its current state, Sunday 10am–4pm Life Health & Annuities save for signage and a trail, and would serve White Pine as both a natural filter for run-off and an 12”-17”; 1,067 – 2,015 gallons ideal location for nature walks. www.cavottas.com (216) 272-0952 $79.00 - $128.00 In order to achieve these objectives, FOEC Eastern Redbud is seeking to partner financially with local [email protected] 12” – 17”; 466 – 836 gallons citizens and businesses who share their con- $62.00 - $100.00 cern for their natural surroundings. In the short term, members are attempting to raise White Flowering Dogwood $20,000 to supplement grant monies received 12” – 17”; 466 – 836 gallons from the Clean Ohio Fund for Green Space $62.00 - $100.00 Conservation. This would enable them to Sugar Maple complete the purchase of the Richmond 12” – 17”; 957 – 1,734 gallons Heights parcel. They are also working to raise Bring this Coupon additional funds to secure the purchase of the $103.00 - $161.00 12 wooded acres in Highland Heights. Paw-Paw Those who are interested in this initia- 6” – 11”; 134 – 139 gallons tive are urged to contact FOEC President $20.00 - $54.00 Barb Holtz at (216) 382-3595 or Watershed For 10 % off all Plants ! Calculate your tree’s benefits: Coordinator Claire Posius at (216) 524- Expires June 1st, 2013 www.treebenefits.com/calculator/ 6580, ext. 16. Further information is also available on the organization’s website: Plant a tree today and do your part to become www.cuyahogaswcd.org/EuclidCreekFiles/ the solution to storm water pollution! FriendsofEuclidCreek_Support-Us.htm. In making a tax-deductible contribution to Stop in and say hello! For more information on conservation tips, this fund, donors will be helping to ensure that visit our website at www.cuyahogaswcd.org Cavotta’s members of our communities will be able to Claire Posius, Euclid Creek Watershed Coordina- experience nature for themselves - not by driv- 19603 Nottingham Rd. Cleveland tor; (216) 524-6580, ext. 16; www.cuyahogas- ing to a distant park, but merely by walking or wcd.org; [email protected] biking a short distance from their own door- steps. They will also be leaving a wonderful 216-692-0300 gift for future generations to enjoy.

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Collinwood Arts Collinwood Arts Collinwood Painted Rain Barrel Auction 2013 Upstage Players Announces Partnership with Cleveland Public by Linda Zolten Wood hand-painted to extend the life of the Klubnik, Michael Greenwald, Milan Library, Move to New Performance Venue April 13th was a rain filled chilly day, surface as well. Kecman, An’Angelia Thompson, but the mood inside of Arts Collin- She was also inspired by Becca Brit- Elaine Hullihen, and Nancy Cintron. wood’s Community Center was filled tons’ St. Clair Superior Development All who saw the barrels were impressed by Matthew Orgovan with buzzing creative excitement. Corporation ‘Year of the __’ painted with the outstanding level of professional The well-maintained, yet underuti- Donated halogen spotlights from a Chinese Zodiac statue artist’s competi- work from the artists. They were a feast lized 600-seat auditorium located at friend of an artist bounced off of the tion/auctions. for the eyes, and a help to the health of our the Cleveland Public Library’s Memo- hand painted 55 gallon large, brightly She applied for and received a Com- Lake. There were a few exciting bidding rial-Nottingham branch now has a colored, shiny surfaces, in anticipation munity Partnership for Arts and Culture wars at the auction, but all who fought tenant in Collinwood’s-own UpStage of eager silent auction bidders, who Grant and hopes to raise awareness for hard, won the barrel of their choice, in Players. The children’s theatre com- hovered near their prizes of water con- rainwater collection and lake conser- the end. The sun broke through the event pany, who performed at the Waterloo servation and artistic vision. vation while supporting local artists. A windows before the bidding was closed, District’s Slovenian Workmen’s Home Local chefs filled tables with delec- graduate of Cleveland Institute of Art; and the barrels shone brightly – glinting for the past five years, made the move table party fare, and artists and their Zolten-Wood’s current body of work to greet their new owners. official by signing a tenant contract in families and friends were among 70 may be seen at Zolten Wood Design on Linda’s husband, Acoustic Guitar- March. Rehearsals for UpStage’s 20th revelers from the local Collinwood Facebook, and all ten barrel designs and ist Doug Wood performed at the event Anniversary season will begin at the community and as far East as Chagrin upcoming Painted Barrel Workshop with partner, Bassist Darren Frate. The Linda is working to create a yearly event for this Falls, Westward to Oberlin; all cele- dates will be listed at ‘The Collinwood two are award-winning, nationally project. library auditorium in early 2014. brating Linda Zolten Wood’s vision for Painted Rain Barrel Project’ also on touring musicians, and can be heard Councilman Michael Polensek, who this marriage of art and sustainability. Facebook. (Additional support for this at: http://modernartsandmusic.com/ worked closely with both the Cleveland Linda was originally inspired to cre- grant was also provided by: Arts Collin- artists/doug_wood.html Public Library and UpStage Players in ate her pilot painted barrel when she wood, The Educational Foundation of Linda is encouraging the artists to nurturing this partnership, expressed received one of Northeast Shore Devel- America, Ford Foundation, The Kresge create barrels on commission, and is his endorsement of the collaboration at opment Corporations’ Rain Barrels Foundation, Linc, and Trader Joe’s.) also working with local printer Joe Bru- UpStage’s V.I.P. performance of The Lit- from their residential water conser- The Barrels included in her auction zas, owner of ImageMart Inc. to use the tle Mermaid, Jr., in March. “I’m in total vation program. When in use, the were sprayed with 5 or more layers of artists’ designs to create a digital vinyl support of a theatre group utilizing this The hand-painted barrels were a feast for the eyes. translucent white barrel began showing UV Auto grade sealant by Michael print with a uv coating to then heat wrap great space,” he said. “I look forward algae through its walls. As a working Wyland, Head of the Automotive onto a barrel, for those who like the idea, to bigger and better shows and perfor- artist, she decided to mask the unsightly School of Ohio Technical College. but cannot afford a hand-painted piece. mances. Everyone in Northeast Ohio will patches with her colorful painting. Each artist was paid $400 to paint The artist would be paid a license fee for know where UpStage Players is located.” The barrels are a tempting canvas: their barrel, and the hardware, labor use of their work. See Joe Bruzas’s work UpStage Players’ most recent spring musical productions have played to packed houses every night for the last five years. This growth, along with that of the cast and crew, large, uninterrupted space - it was a and coating raised their value to $550 at www.myimagemart.com. Despite many successful years of are key reasons for the group’s need to relocate to a larger performance venue. natural fit for Linda to treat like any each; they each sold for a range of performances at the Slovenian Work- Linda is working to create a yearly event other mural surface; the tricky issues prices. men’s Home, several factors played those involved in negotiating this move for this project, and is meeting with executive director, Bernadette Walsh, as collaborators and volunteers. “With were protection from constant water Diverter kits and instructions were into the UpStage Board of Advisors’ for our 2014 season, which will be our corporate partners to receive support to in reference to the library auditorium’s additional seating and a larger facility, and weather exposure. provided for each barrel-owner for decision to support relocation. “I 20th year as UpStage Players. The move ensure its growth. If you are interested 600 seats versus the 250-seat capacity we can now plan homecoming extrava- She sanded the plastic surface and their own installation. in making a contribution, contact her at appreciate the library’s offer to col- is a welcome one, as our growing audi- of the Slovenian Workmen’s Home. “In ganzas to coincide with performances, coated it with exterior primer to help The jury selected artists were: Rachel [email protected]. laborate, as well as the hard work of ences can be accommodated,” affirmed preserve and protect her intricate work. Strongoli, Marti Higgins, Michele this way we can show our product to as well as work to introduce our cur- The rain barrels are a tempting canvas: large, even more patrons.” rent participants to our alumni. We Many layers of a UV clear-coating were Biondo, Scott Pickering, Christie uninterrupted space. In addition to the added seating, hope that experiences like these will another attractive accommodation that enhance our current group’s over- the library campus offers is increased all experience, as well as bring back Former musician/Agora booker Buddy Maver to speak at Space: ROCK Gallery parking—at least 250 parking spaces— memories for former cast and crew by Anastasia Pantsios in the pilot for Cleveland’s long-running Maver will share his stories about something that was at a premium near members, while also allowing our staff As part of its ongoing oral history syndicated music TV show “Upbeat.” working his way from bar band to the Slovenian Workmen’s Home, espe- and volunteers to catch up with them,” series of the Cleveland music scene, He played in numerous popular area recording act in the ’60s and ’70s, as cially when multiple events were taking said Walsh. the nonprofit group Cleveland Rocks: bar bands in the ’60s, culminating with well as a few of his tales about working place at and around the facility. UpStage Players and the Cleveland Past, Present & Future will present an Charade, which recorded a single for with rising acts and superstars at one “We work for the kids of Greater Public Library are natural collabora- interview with Buddy Maver, a for- Epic before breaking up due to misman- of the country’s major showcase clubs. Cleveland,” explained Walsh. “The tors, as both organizations have goals mer Cleveland musician who went on agement. In 1972, he formed Rainbow The interview will be taped and will value of the arts in a community cannot that concern the welfare of children to book the Agora in its late ’70s/early Canyon. That band released “Rollin’ in be archived at the Rock Hall Library and be underestimated. We proudly fos- and adults. “This combination is a ’80s heyday. It takes place at 2 p.m. the Rockies” on Capitol in 1974. Archives at the Tri-C Metro campus. ter teamwork, service, self-confidence, win-win for all who take the stage, sit Saturday May 18 at the Space: ROCK Rainbow Canyon back in the day. Buddy Maver is After Rainbow Canyon broke up in Audience questions and participation self-esteem, responsibility, leadership in the audience and help support either Gallery (15721 Waterloo Road). It’s second from the left. 1976, Maver joined the staff of the Agora, will be invited following the interview. and creativity, and provide a fun social the library system or UpStage Players,” open to the public. There is no charge, then located at E. 24th and Payne near the Anastasia Pantsios is a Cleveland writer A LIFETIME OF outlet within the safe environment of a added Walsh. but donations will be taken to further 1974,” running through May 25. That Cleveland State campus and Cleveland’s and photographer with an emphasis on theatre experience. A new facility that The mission of UpStage Players is the work of CRPPF and Space: ROCK. was the era in which Maver’s perform- premier concert club. Maver booked acts music and the arts. She is the director of CHOICE DOESN’T meets our ever-evolving needs will go the dedication to the child performer, The interview ties in with the cur- ing career reached its peak. like the Pretenders, the Clash, the Police, the Space: ROCK Gallery on Waterloo. rent exhibit at Space: ROCK — “The Maver started playing in 1962 at the age the Ramones, Pat Benatar, Journey, and a long way in helping UpStage continue instilling a love of theatre while build- Golden Age of Cleveland Rock: 1969- of 15 in the Quantrells, who were featured Bruce Springsteen. END HERE. to provide a top-notch experience to ing leadership and community. The the young people of Northeast Ohio.” nonprofit group was founded in 1994– Walsh also pointed to some new 1995 with 30 children and a vision to Choose the hospice of choice. goals that UpStage Players aims to create love and respect for the per- ONE OF THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY INITIATIVES SPONSORED BY: Getting $50 is easy as 1-2-3! incorporate into its mission over the forming arts. Beyond evolving into a Most people think you call hospice when you’re all out of options. That’s next few years. One goal is to lay the strong “teaching theatre” organization not true if you call Hospice of the Western Reserve. As Northern Ohio’s groundwork to produce another play of nearly three times as many chil- most experienced and most referred hospice provider, we offer more or musical during the year—one that dren today, two keys to the success of FREE options to personalize care. We focus on helping patients and their Schedule your would be geared towards and include UpStage over the years have been its families live their lives where they choose – at our unique facilities, at appliance pick-up. teens. UpStage currently produces an unwavering no-cut policy and its army home, at a hospital, at a nursing home or at an assisted living residence. Discover why the hospice of choice is Hospice of the Western Reserve. annual spring musical that includes a of committed volunteers. The children The Appliance Recycling Initiative is one of several initiatives cast and crew ranging in ages from 5 to of UpStage Players come from var- for your community offered by Efficiency Smart to encourage We pay you $50. 15. They also maintain an improvisa- ied backgrounds and neighborhoods the installation of energy efficient technologies to reduce energy Visit HospiceOfChoice.org. demand and promote energy savings to all customers. 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cartoon-y – characters, in drawings, Alan Glazen produced no new Nan’s Notes paintings, prints, animation, large scale thrills, but did reveal that his dad was Horoscopes murals and toy design. John will paint raised here (in my experience, 70% of by Nan Kennedy either the Tower or a wall, depending the city of Cleveland was raised in Col- by John Kompier CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT PRESENTS AT ARTS COLLINWOOD IN THE GAL- on which is ready first, and crowds are linwood, or at least had grandparents Taurus (April 20- May 20): There is a friend who wants to talk to you. Why do you keep ig- LERY welcome to stand around watching here; it must have been very crowded noring him? Expect a decrease or an increase him. Then he’ll discuss his practice in a back then). He has invested $300,000 All-City Arts and the CMSD Family & Community Engagement Office “SCIENCE REDEFINING ART; ART RE- in your popularity this month. Either. We’re not gallery talk, explaining why play is vital in Waterloo so far, is renovating the sure yet. Lucky number 3. DEFINING SCIENCE” when working and why it’s good to be Harbor Pub and is on course to put in Artist Lecture May 16, 6pm. Bio- Gemini (May 21- June 20): You’re too loud. with an amateur sometimes. This along with the million that he first announced – ROCK YOUR WORLD STEAM medical Art is more than just the sign distractions, diversions, influences and it helps that Terry Stewart and Crop Stop yelling. Watch less TV. Stop leaving your at the crossroads of art and science. It salads will all be delivered wrapped up Bistro’s Steve Schimoler are partner- stuff all over the floor; I’ve already hurt my foot 14TH ANNUAL FAMILY FESTIVAL twice. Lucky number 666. is the fusion of content and visual dis- in his wry sense of humor and British ing with him. The Lightswitch will play of scientific information. The 2013 sense of self-deprecation. (Viewing Mr be flipped in March 2014, after the Cancer (June 21- July 22): Stop harass- graduating Biomedical Art class at the Burgerman’s work on-line, I was a little streetscape has been finished, with a ing people. You give them headaches. Take a Cleveland Institute of Art is inspired startled to see that he has pieces in the BIG event. And he’d love to buy Fan- break from stressing out. You think that’s, like, by the sciences such as anatomy, Victoria and Albert and the Science ny’s, if its multi-lot ownership could be totally bogus, dude. Lucky number 1972. medicine, biology, anthropology, and Museum in South Kensington. I’ll bet sorted out, for a hostel with retail. Leo (July 23- Aug. 22): Leave Me Alone. zoology, among other diverse areas. Victoria would not be amused.) You’ll be Electrocuted. Do you know anybody The students participating are: Josh TALK TO THE METROPARKS you call Disdainful Eric? Just remember to Maxwell, Derrick Nau, Jennifer Kerbo, ZOETIC WALLS Please take the MetroParks Lake- Believe In Yourself. Lucky letters VT. Alyssa Oglesbee, Jeremy Miller, Mark Memorial Day Weekend All weekend front survey and let them know your Virgo (Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Play guitar. If Stradiot, Julianne Pasini, Carly Bartel, long be sure to check out Hygienic Dress feelings about the Lakefront Parks. The Carolyne O’Ryan. you don’t know how, learn. Take a break from League as they transform another wall survey takes less than 5 minutes. Please work. You will be hypnotized into believing Elvis on Waterloo Road as part of the Zoetic feel free to pass this survey along to is King. Your aim is true. Lucky number 1977. THE SILVER KEYS PLAY AMERICAN Walls Project. Invented by artists Steve your friends and family. www.survey- FOR MOTHERS’ DAY and Dorota Coy as a duly registered monkey.com/s/CLELakefront Libra (Sept. 23- Oct. 22): You’re a whizz kid Sunday May 12 The Music for Miles corporation and an ongoing art project walking with a mountain. Do the honaloochie (M4M) chamber concert series at Arts – the project is a way to explore issues SCHOOL GUARD POSITIONS AVAILABLE boogie, but no violence. If you were born late ’58, you are one of the boys. Lucky person Collinwood makes its last presentation connected with the branding and mar- Mary Louise is looking for crossing Ian Hunter. of the season on Sunday May 12 – keting that permeate American life. It’s guards at Neff & Lakeshore Boulevard, Mothers’ Day. The concerts will begin a company that manufactures nothing Midland & East 162 Street. Call her for Scorpio (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Read the comics again in September, after a summer but its own hype in the form of paint- hours and pay. section. Or just any comics. They will cheer break. The Silver Keys Clarinet Quar- ings on buildings, and some of those you up. Lucky letters xkcd. tet will celebrate that very American buildings will be on Waterloo. Visits EMS UNIT HAS MOVED Sagittarius (Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Hi Grandma! holiday – Mothers’ Day – with selec- to the associated Web sites uncovered As part of the integration of fire and tions from American composers. The enormous, detailed paintings, begging EMS services, the Euclid Hospital EMS Capricorn (Dec. 22- Jan. 19): Rose is cool Callaloo Café will offer a discount on for analysis – these should keep walk- unit has moved to Fire Station No. 40 and you know it. Don’t let anybody else tell you otherwise. Get some work done. You are meals for mothers, and a free Fuzzy ers on Waterloo occupied for quite at 18930 St Clair, and the engine com- amazing. Boo-yaa. Lucky animal goat. Shark cocktail (bright blue, flavored some time. pany at the station has been upgraded with coconut, obtainable with or with- to provide advanced life support care – Aquarius (Jan. 20- Feb. 18): Look out at out alcohol. Mom will love it. Really.) RUSTBELT REVIVAL TOUR, May 24-25 in other words, paramedic firefighters the waves. They’re so pretty. Your horoscope The concert will start at 4 pm and run Readings from Rust Belt Chic in the now have the certification, knowledge today is sponsored by water. Soak it up. Lucky for about an hour and a half. William Callaloo Café, Friday, May 24, 6-7pm and equipment to provide the same level element water. Meyer, Emily Lada, Lindsay Charnof- Movie screening followed by informal of pre-hospital advanced life support as Pisces (Feb. 19- March 20): Everyone does sky and Victoria Marra are all veteran discussion. May 24, 8-9:30pm Ray EMS ambulance crews. The move will too remember your birthday, it was supposed performers; they have appeared with McNiece’s Artist in Residence Program have no impact on patient transports to be a surprise. Who knew you’d be on that Cleveland Ballet, Opera Cleveland, Saturday, May 25th, 4pm Screening of to Euclid Hospital, and the upgrading mystery date? We were waiting. Lucky letter the Blossom Festival Band, Red (an Red, White and Blue Prints, discussion of the fire engine at Station No. 40 will H(a Ha). orchestra) and CityMusic, in venues with Director Jack Storey. May 25, 7pm greatly enhance the response time for Aries (March 21- April 19): You want your from Severance Hall to the Rock Hall. Independent Pictures presents Little advanced care – meaning you’ll get ER- old Mott The Hoople CD back. You are unaware And for Mothers’ Day, they’ll play Shop of Horrors and B movie shorts. quality treatment on your way to the that the person who took it is closer than you some Gershwin, some Mancini, some May 25, 9:30 pm. These movies will be hospital. Three other EMS units have think, just waiting to take more albums from Sousa and some others – plus leading shown outdoors so bring a blanket or been co-located in fire stations, and the you. Lucky number 2. a singalong of the classic “Take Me Out lawn chair. city has added three ambulances. to the Ballgame.” Observer horoscopes are written by Observer Arts Collinwood readers. If you’d like to write a horoscope for MURALS AND MORE MURALS 15605 Waterloo Road, an upcoming month, email betsy@collinwood- That guy with the hammer and pli- (216) 692-9500, First Organizational observer.com. ers (I think pliers? Handymen, correct www.artscollinwood.org. me if I’m wrong.) who has appeared Meeting for the New on the side of a building on Waterloo Open for gallery receptions, open- – he symbolizes ”a person of Euro- Collinwood School ing nights, select weekends, and by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum pean heritage who might have been appointment, by calling (216) 692-9500. Fire Memorial a resident of Collinwood” -- a rail- Gallery hours during a show: Thursday- and Great Lakes Science Center way builder, maybe? And the crowd Saturday 1-4pm Callaloo Café & Bar Committee, May 16 of people are workers, with whom the 15603 Waterloo Road: Tues 11am-9pm, Thousands of CMSD students will display their artist, Nicolas Romero of Buenas Aires, Wed-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am- by Mary Louise Jesek-Daley talents at the Rock Your World with STEAM (Science, strongly identifies. (Well, he’s South midnight, Sun 11am-3pm Collinwood Nottingham Historical Technology, Engineering, ARTS and Math) American, so he’s either one with the Society and Memorial Spiritual Chris- Family Festival. A one-of-a-kind, innovative, arts workers or one with their oppres- FROM NORTHEAST SHORES tian Church will sponsor the meeting and science celebration! Call 216.774.7684 sors.) The bright colors and streaming held on Thursday May 16 at 6:30 at the eyes are Romero signature touches. Call Camille if you’re interested St. Mary’s, 15519 Holmes Ave, Cleve- www.graffitimundo.com/artists/ever/ in a really cheap house. Call Denise land. Many volunteers are needed to Dance • Theatre • Music • Visual Arts • Hands-On Science • Robotics if you’d like to be part of the Alive make this project work. Any exper- FREE FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES BRITISH ARTIST JOHN BURGERMAN on E185 event – business owners are tise and enthusiasm will be greatly Mural Painting May 11-14 Lecture, being encouraged to put out goods appreciated. Help pay tribute to the Presenting Sponsor: HOTCARDS.COM and 20 other community foundations, 8pm, May 11 Internationally exhib- garage-sale style. Merchants used to neighborhood and the Collinwood organizations and NE Ohio businesses. ited and award winning artist Jon have sidewalk sales all the time; there’s School Fire of 1908. For more info con- Burgerman has built a strong reputa- something about that presentation that tact CNHS at CollNottHistory@gmail. tion through his unique and colorful convinces me everything is going to be com, or (216) 738-0626. www.collnot- artworks of swooping, intertwining a great bargain. thistory.weebly.com/calendar.html. lines and hyper-emotional – and very

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