Cleveland Heights Residents Flock to Chickens

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Serving Cleveland Heights and University Heights • Latest news updates at www.heightsobserver.org INSIDE Cleveland Heights residents flock to chickens 9 New community garden Simone Quartell dedicated Eighteen families in Cleveland Heights have new additions to their households—hens. Matt Wilson, who lives near the Lee Road Library, got his coop in June 19 2012 and owns four hens. He said that Heights 8th- having a chicken coop has helped him grader Soli meet a lot of his neighbors.”Some of Collins writes them bring friends from outside the winning essay neighborhood to see our chickens,” said Wilson, adding, “My son’s like a

celebrity at school, as the kid who owns ttn er chickens.” Cleveland is the only other city in D oug Tra Spicy, an 8-month-old Golden Buff chicken, reads up on backyard chicken raising. Her owner, Heights 28 Cuyahoga County that permits chick- resident Doug Trattner, wrote the chicken article for Edible Cleveland that Spicy is reading. Vote for the ens. Cleveland Heights City Council ap- Best of the proved the keeping of chickens for eggs ments, and reviewing zoning codes from riety of coops,” said Knittel, depending Heights in May 2012 as part of the city’s Sustain- other parts of the country. on the owner and the yard. According able Zoning Amendments. Chickens Karen Knittel, Cleveland Heights to Knittel, many applicants choose loca- are conditionally permitted by the new city planner, Richard Wong, city plan- tions in their yards where chickens will code. The process of amending the city’s ning director, and an Ohio State Cuya- be safest from predators, and cover both zoning code took almost two years and hoga County program coordinator vis- the coop and chicken run with chicken included reviewing the existing zoning ited a few Cleveland coops before they wire. Most chicken runs are attached Free parking at code, hiring consultants, holding public were approved for Cleveland Heights. to the coop, said Knittel, who noted CH meters June and stakeholder meetings, writing docu- The Heights chickens stay in “a va- continued on page 6 28, 29 and 30 Doug Katz opens new diner on Lee Road

Jim Henke 48 people; the center section is a walk- in coffee shop that offers cappuccinos, Doug Katz, the chef who owns fire espressos, pastries and other items; and food & drink on Shaker Square and the south end is the cocktail lounge, Provenance at the Cleveland Museum which is open Thursday through Sunday of Art, has opened a new restaurant in and serves cocktails and small plates. Cleveland Heights. Called The Katz There will also be an outdoor patio sec- Club Diner, the restaurant is located in tion. The restaurant serves breakfast all the twin diner cars at 1975 Lee Road, day. It also features classic diner food, across the street from Zagara’s Mar- including club sandwiches, soups and

ketplace. salads, as well as entrée specials, such a bremer fisher

Several other chefs attempted to as turkey with stuffing and meat loaf. dea nn run restaurants in the historic building Katz is also offering vegetarian items The Katz Club Diner held its grand opening May 28. and Jewish foods, such as matzoh ball modeled after railroad dining cars; but Katz, 43, is a Cleveland native. He soup and brisket. ultimately all failed. Katz, who lives on grew up in Shaker Heights and gradu- Since 2002, five restaurants have East Overlook, the street adjacent to ated from Hawken. He attended the Deliver to addressee or current Deliver resident been in this location: Dottie’s Diner, the restaurant, believes he can succeed. University of Denver and, after gradu- “I live nearby,” he said, “and I watched Chris & Jimmy’s Diner, Gali Gali, continued on page 4 all of the incarnations. I watched it, Clyde’s Bistro and Favor Bistro. Katz and I watched it, and I watched it fail.” believes the past failures occurred for CH-UH considers When he found out the building was various reasons. “Initially, there was available, he worked out a deal. so much expense involved in creating placing school facilities The Katz Club Diner serves break- this building that it was hard to make fast, lunch and dinner. It is organized income and pay it all off,” he said. “And bond issue on in three sections. The north end of the then I think there were various opera-

FutureHeights FutureHeights #103 Lee Road 2163 Heights, OH 44118 Cleveland November ballot building is the diner, which seats about tional issues after that.” Heights Arts’ Peggy Spaeth wins a 2013 Cleveland Arts Prize Deanna Bremer Fisher The Cleveland Heights-University Simone Quartell exhibition space Joseph Prize. Five letters of recommen- Heights Board of Education (BOE) for contemporary dation were required, and nominations will allow additional time at its June 4 The Cleveland Arts Prize has announced art, in Ohio City were due in February. Spaeth said she meeting to hear public comments and that Peggy Spaeth, executive director of in January. found out that she had won during the questions about the school facilities Heights Arts, is a 2013 winner of the The Cleveland last week of April. plan and the need to place a bond issue

Martha Joseph Prize for Distinguished Arts Prize website M ichael Weil “I am thrilled and honored to have on the November ballot. Service to the Arts. describes the Mar- Peggy Spaeth won this,” said Spaeth, who said that she Ron Register, school board presi- Spaeth, who plans to retire from tha Joseph Prize as one that is “awarded has been involved with the arts most of dent, said, “People will still have a five- her position as Heights Arts director in annually to an individual or an organiza- her life. She pointed out that multiple minute limit, but more individuals will July, is one of three winners of this year’s tion that because of exceptional commit- past winners of the Cleveland Arts Prize have an opportunity to talk.” Martha Joseph Prize. The other 2013 ment, vision, leadership or philanthropy have come from Cleveland Heights. Register said that the BOE would winners are Jill Snyder, executive direc- has made a significant contribution to While growing up in Shaker Heights, likely use its June 18 meeting to examine tor of the Museum of Contemporary Art the vitality and stature of the arts in Spaeth took multiple school field trips concerns and any unanswered questions Cleveland; and Fred and Laura Bidwell, Northeast Ohio.” to visit the Cleveland Museum of Art posed at the June 4 meeting. “The art collectors and philanthropists, who The Heights Arts Board of Direc- and to see the Cleveland Orchestra board would likely vote on July 2 for opened the Transformer Station, a new tors nominated Spaeth for the Martha continued on page 3 continued on page 21 Heights Observer June 1, 2013 1 www.heightsobserver.org opinion

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To the Editor, day, June 10, at 7 p.m. at the Lee Road One year, at a local holiday pottery sale, Library. I bought my younger daughter a decora- A few preliminary ideas are: grass tive plate; it is all black except for one sculptures; a sculpture park (maybe we corner where there is a rising yellow can borrow some art from the Sculp- moon. Underneath the moon are the ture Center); spots for food carts or words, “The barn burned down, now I food trucks; a Dugway display (Dugway can see the moon.” I could never be that Brook is culverted near this site); an sanguine, but I am a firm believer that amphitheater; a dog park for two hours change creates opportunity. My point? in the morning; a skateboard park The Orlean Company’s plan to build certain hours of the week; murals on a apartments and retail on the city-owned wall that separates the upper and lower property at Meadowbrook and Lee fell sections; water sculptures that operate through. I don’t know why. from stormwater runoff. Any and all We all want a vibrant local economy, ideas are wanted. Even if we can’t use we just have different ideas about how them all at this site, they may inspire to make this happen. Many of us think other projects elsewhere in the city. that a smart, sophisticated urban green- If you can’t attend the forum on Provided by the Funny Times, a Cleveland Heights-based business. space at Meadowbrook and Lee is what June 10, please send your ideas and will put feet on the street and make the images to Alice Jeresko, director of heights arts continued from page 1 Lee Road neighborhood even more ap- the Dug-9 Greenspace Advocates, at pealing. [email protected]. perform. “Growing up in Cleveland re- Tamar Maltz were recognized with the If you are one of those people, we ally helped me get involved in the arts. Bergman Prize. hope you will bring all your ideas and Fran Mentch It was part of my everyday life,” she The Joseph and Bergman prizes are join a community conversation on Mon- Cleveland Heights recalled. recognition-only awards. The Cleveland Spaeth earned art education degrees Arts Prize also awards $10,000 prizes in Brick streets are one of the city’s many assets from the Cleveland Institute of Art and the disciplines of literature, visual arts, Case Western Reserve University, and music and dance, and design. Those prizes To the Editor: them less “cost prohibitive to maintain,” was a visual fiber artist for ten years. are awarded in three categories: Emerging I am worried about one of the opinions but then Cleveland Heights would be just She became involved in the arts in the Artist (two prizes awarded), Mid-Career expressed by Mary Dunbar in her ar- another suburban clone community. Cleveland Heights-University Heights Artist (two prizes awarded) and Lifetime ticle “Cleveland Heights road repairs” I live in a house that is almost one public schools when her children at- Achievement (one winner). [Heights Observer, April 1]. Ms. Dunbar hundred years old on one of our “few tended them. Spaeth became the found- All of this year’s Cleveland Arts Prize wrote, “Though charming, Cleveland remaining brick roads.” I have no in- ing director of Heights Arts in 2000. winners will be honored at a ceremony Heights’s few remaining brick roads can tention of modernizing my charming The Cleveland Arts Prize also, on Thursday, June 27, at the Cleveland be cost prohibitive to maintain. Cover- leaded glass windows or replacing my “from time to time,” awards the Robert Museum of Art. For more information, ing them with asphalt improves driving wood siding with aluminum. I am more Bergman Prize to one “whose life and visit www.clevelandartsprize.org. safety and makes repairs affordable.” than willing to pay a bit more to live in activities communicate the joys, excite- This seems to me to be a curious an old house that is not completely cost ment and deep human relevance of the Simone Quartell, a Heights High graduate, is statement from a member of Cleveland effective. It would be a loss to our city if arts to broad segments of the Northeast a student at Cleveland State University and Heights City Council. Cleveland Heights Exeter Road—or any of our other beau- Ohio community.” This year, Milton and a Heights Observer intern. is blessed with many charming homes, tiful, historic brick streets—became one commercial buildings and parks. If we more road covered with asphalt. only consider cost, I guess it is true that all of our charming assets could be re- Larry Anderson placed with alternatives that would make Exeter Road, Cleveland Heights Heights Observer: Nonprofit and produced by volunteers

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Heights Observer June 1, 2013 3 www.heightsobserver.org Letters to the Editor Date set for public records trial regarding Taylor Road rehabilitation project katz continued from page 1 ation, went to the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. To the Editor: He said his love of cooking came from A common pleas judge has rejected his mother. “Mom loved working in an attempt by the City of Cleveland the kitchen,” he said. “We were always Heights to block a public records case entertaining, and we were always in the from going to trial. kitchen, eating. I was a fat little kid!” Cleveland Heights residents Doug- After working in a restaurant in las Whipple and Susan Tuck-Whipple, Portland, Ore., and at hotels in Aspen, had submitted two public records Colo. and Boston, Katz returned to requests to the city in 2011--before the douglas Whipple douglas Whipple Cleveland in 1997. He worked as the project began. The residents sought South Taylor Road, residential side. South Taylor Road, Severance side, just after the chef at Moxie in Beachwood, and, in records relating to the conduct of city new curb was installed. 2001, he opened fire on Shaker Square. council and the administration leading public; and that the city and ODOT policy and to ensure that the proper city “I wanted to be in an historic area that up to the rehabilitation of Taylor Road. failed to conduct an environmental officials and employees have obtained had a soul to it,” he said. Last October, The project narrowed South Taylor impact hearing. They had requested adequate training in responding to he opened his second restaurant, Prove- Road and allocated all of the resulting records to substantiate these claims. public records requests. nance, in the re-designed art museum. green space to the commercial east side The city argued in its motion that The State of Ohio and other cities In addition to the restaurant and of the street and none to the residential the residents were not entitled to a trial have excellent public records policies lounge, Katz is operating his catering west side. because the requested records were ei- available for the city to use as models. service in his new location. The kitchen The residents had complained that ther eventually delivered or did not exist. The adoption of an improved and ac- is huge, filling the entire back section of the city authorized the construction The residents responded that the city cessible public records policy would the building. The restaurant is designed project without proper notice to the never delivered some existing materials, benefit the city and its citizens, as well. to look like a 1940s Art Deco space. “My and failed to deliver others until after It would represent a win-win outcome whole idea for the look is ‘40s era,” he months of improper delay--and then only to the Taylor Road lawsuit. said, “more subdued and classic.” after the lawsuit had been filed. Katz has lived in Cleveland Heights The judge ruled that the residents Douglas Whipple since moving back to Northeast Ohio. PO Boxare 198 entitled to a trial to determine Cleveland Heights He is married and the father of two Burton,Ohio 44021whether the city violated the Ohio 10-year-old twins. He loves the city, 440-463-7379Public Records Act. The judge also gave [Editor’s note: The letter above was submit- which is one reason he wanted to open 440-632-5256the residents permission to question ted by Cleveland Heights residents Douglas a restaurant here. “I just love the urban Robert Downey, former city manager, Whipple and Susan Tuck-Whipple, who culture,” he said. “It has a great mix of Careful, reliable and under oath about the failure to conduct have an ongoing complaint against the City everything—the people, the housing, respectful of your yard the environmental impact hearing. The of Cleveland Heights over its conduct in the architecture. It’s a walking commu- Call for a free quote full opinion of the judge may be found at planning the repaving of S. Taylor Road nity, and it’s close to University Circle Mention this ad for 20% off www.whipple-law.com. Trial is scheduled near Severance Center. While the Whipples’ and downtown.” to take place the week of Aug. 12. complaint began during the planning stages, Both sides are discussing the pos- the project was completed last year. James Henke, a Cleveland Heights resident, 440-463-7379 sibility of an out-of-court settlement. As We contacted the city to ask for the its was a writer and editor at Rolling Stone www.ripleytreeservice.com part of these discussions, the residents response, and this was the city’s reply: “This magazine for 15 years. He has written several www.facebook.com/ripleyenterprises are asking the city to agree to improve case is in court and the city has no response books, including biographies of John Lennon, the content of its written public records out of respect to the judicial process.”] Jim Morrison and Bob Marley. 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The City of University Heights held its 47th annual Memorial Day Parade on May 27 to honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. Several Heights community groups, schools, local businesses and elected officials participated in the parade, which traveled east on Silsby Road to Belvoir Boulevard and ended at John Carroll University (JCU). Following the parade, a memorial program was held on the steps of the JCU Natatorium. See more photos online at www.heightsobserver.org. a B remer F isher

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Heights Observer June 1, 2013 5 www.heightsobserver.org University heights news University Heights City Council meeting highlights APRIL 15, 2013 the [facilities] plan for the Cleveland Heights- All council members were present. Overnight parking second in the state for the Destination Imagination University Heights School District, which will be Council amended the ordinance prohibiting park- Competition. In May, the students will go on to the Street resurfacing presented to the board of education on May 7. ing on the street between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. for international competition in Tennessee. The mayor Council authorized an agreement with Karvo The board does not have to abide by the recom- more than 30 minutes by removing the 30-minute also presented a certificate to a Gesu sixth-grader Paving Company for the 2013 street resurfacing mendations. The draft currently states that Gear- provision. Neighboring communities do not have for placing first in the Future Problem Solving Inter- at a cost not to exceed $534,140.37. Paving will ity Elementary School remains functional, the this provision. national Competition. She will travel to Indiana for include portions of Lansdale Road, Washington board of education and district administration the international competition in June. Boulevard, East Carroll Boulevard., Milford Electronic device use while driving remains in place, and the Wiley Middle School Road and perhaps Silsby Road. An applica- Council amended the ordinance prohibiting the Road salt purchase building will be used as a school until renovation has been submitted for Cuyahoga County use of electronic wireless communication devices Council authorized an agreement with the Ohio tions and a new school are complete. There will Development Block Grant funding for the pav- for text-based communication while driving. Tex- Department of Transportation (ODOT), Office of be a bond issue for 6.46 mills on the November ing work on Lansdale Road. If that grant is not ting while driving, or using any electronic device Contracts, to purchase road salt for the 2013—14 ballot, which would mean an increase of $198 received, Lansdale Road will be repaved using while driving, will now be a primary offense, winter season. The service director stated that the per year on a $100,000 house. The bond issue city funds and Silsby Road will be removed from meaning that someone can be pulled over specifi- city has, for several years, purchased rock salt from needs to pass in order to be able to receive a the list for this year. This paving contract was cally for this offense. The fine for the first offense ODOT, which has been very competitive in its grant from the state. negotiated in partnership with Shaker Heights. would be two points on [one’s] license plus $100, pricing. The city uses about 3,000 tons per year. LWV Observer: Michele Weiss. the second offense $250, and the third and Last year the price per ton was $34.02. Cleveland Former Fuchs Mizrachi School subsequent offenses up to $500. There would Heights lets University Heights use the Cleveland Council approved a motion, resolution and Look for earlier, and often expanded, be a 60-day warning period after the legislation Heights storage space. ordinance to deal with razing the city-owned postings of meeting summaries online at is passed. Offenses are cumulative across Ohio, property at 2301 Fenwick Road, formerly Fuchs Equipment purchase www.heightsobserver.org. not only within University Heights. Councilwoman Mizrachi School. The motion declared it to be Council authorized the purchase of two 20-ton These meeting summaries are abstract- Susan Pardee clarified that the legislation also a nuisance property, which is necessary before vehicle wheel lifts for the service department. ed from LWV observers’ written reports. The applies to the use of data devices for looking up the city can order demolition. Both David Menn, The service director explained that currently the summaries have been edited and prepared addresses or adjusting a GPS device, not only the building commissioner, and Joe Ciuni, engineer, department is using wooden ramps or jacks to lift by Anne McFarland, Charlene Morse use of cell phones for texting or talking. had walked through the building and confirmed vehicles up. It is a safety hazard and does not lift and Maryann Barnes. To receive e-mail its poor condition. The approved ordinance Home exterior inspections the vehicles high enough for repairs. postings of full reports, send an e-mail to The city building department has begun conduct- authorized the demolition. Executive session [email protected] or join through ing exterior home inspections. The resolution awarded the demolition Council voted to hold an executive session im- Google groups using “lwv-chuh observer contract to The Lower Cork Company. The LWV Observer: Wendy Deuring. mediately following the meeting for the purpose reports” as a search phrase. service director will remove some of the cabin- of discussing legal matters. These reports contain member ob- etry before demolition. Councilwoman Frankie servation and selected highlights of public MAY 6, 2013 Goldberg said there was interest in retrieving Tree planting meetings and are not official statements Councilwoman Susan D. Pardee was absent. a quantity of bricks to sell to alumni as a fund- The service director reported that all but 10 of of the Heights Chapter of the League raiser. However, Lower Cork will “own” all of Recognition of Gesu students 120 trees have been planted. of Women Voters Cuyahoga Area. This the materials and the company would have to Mayor Susan Infeld presented sixth- and seventh- School facilities plans disclaimer must accompany any redistribu- agree to set aside a portion of the bricks. grade Gesu students a certificate for placing Councilman Phillip Ertel discussed the draft of tion of these reports.

Chickens continued from page 1 that the conditional use “requires the Senior Citizen Happenings applicant ensure the health and well- Senior Citizen Happenings, spon- June 13: John Frato, Euclid Beach being of the chicken so that it is not sored by the City of University Park Board president, shares news endangered.” Heights, are open to all. Events and images of the $2 million-res- City code allows a maximum of four take place on Thursdays at 2 p.m. at toration of the Euclid Beach Park hens (no roosters) to be owned by each the University Heights Library. For Carousel, now at Western Reserve family. In addition to the 18 households information, and to suggest program Historical Society. that currently own chicken coops, six topics, contact the UH Office for additional families have applied, and Senior Services at 216-397-0336. June 20: Gary Esmonde, head librar- they will be on the planning commis- ian at Cleveland Botanical Garden, sion’s June agenda. June 6: Mandy Mehlman, com- will provide a peek at the library’s Knittel says that she has discussed munity educator for the Housing rare books collection, and delve into n tt w ilso the project with many people, in and ma Research Advocacy Center, will dis- its history and enduring allure. outside of Cleveland Heights, who are Matt Wilson’s chickens enjoy quality time in their cuss the center’s dedicated efforts to backyard. “excited and interested in keeping hens create vibrant, diverse communities, June 27: [Speaker for this date to be for the purpose of fresh eggs.” she tries to talk with them,” he said. as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. announced.] Wilson’s family has always been Despite the growing popularity of interested in the environment, and built chicken keeping in the Heights, no east- a vegetable garden shortly after moving side stores sell supplies for chickens. a conditional use permit issued by the approvals.” into their house. Wilson said his chickens primarily eat planning commission,” said Knittel. The application is available on the “The chickens are a great source of feed that he buys from a home and gar- “It is important to receive the condi- city’s website at www.clevelandheights. entertainment,” Wilson said. “Now that den store on West 55th Street, though tional use approval before acquiring com. the weather’s nice, sometimes we go sometimes the chickens also eat bread, hens. However, should a resident have in the backyard and watch them.” His fruit and weeds from the garden. chickens without having received the Simone Quartell, a Heights High graduate, is 18-month-old daughter is particularly “It is important to remind residents conditional use permit, they should a student at Cleveland State University and fascinated by the chickens. “Sometimes that the keeping of chickens requires make application to receive the correct a Heights Observer intern. ------

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prospered. Heights resident receives Ashland University teaching award “Suddenly I became a much stron- ger actor, I was having fun through my Steve Mannan an artist, and as was a turning point—a “stark reminder work and that joy was reflected in its a person, is to of the unpredictable and temporal reality quality, and incredibly, my phone would Cleveland Heights resident and Ashland have the cour- of life.” He realized that, for his career, all y not stop ringing, even New York came University faculty member Fabio Po- age to seek, he really wanted was to do quality work searching for me all the way in Cleve- lanco is the recipient of the university’s acknowledge, that he cared about with people he liked, land,” he said. 2013 Taylor Excellence in Teaching free, accept and that he needn’t be in New York to do As a teacher, Polanco said he works Award. The award, first presented in and give, with- that; he could do it in Cleveland. So, after hard to find strategies that will help each 1997, was endowed by the late Edward out shame, of A shlat esy n d Un i v ersi t seven years in New York City, Polanco student reach his or her goals, explaining, and Louaine Taylor to support high cour your personal Fabio Polanco, recipient of moved back to Northeast Ohio. “I try to meet my students wherever they quality teaching at the university. thoughts, feel Ashland University’s Taylor “Suddenly everything I was doing are on their journey and help them prog- Polanco, assistant professor of the- ings and values Teaching Award for 2013. meant so much more, because I was ress along the path that they have set.” atre, joined the faculty in 2007. “Fabio to others,” he said. not doing things to fulfill anyone else’s The Taylor Teaching Award selec- Polanco is someone who is indicative of “You have to. Aside from being expectations, to fit some norm, but be- tion committee reviews submitted the high quality of the faculty at Ashland healthy, in the arts, and I might argue all cause I wanted to, because it mattered to materials of faculty members who University,” said Frank Pettigrew, univer- fields, it’s a pragmatic necessity. It is what me, because I had set myself on the path are nominated by students, faculty or sity provost. “He is unique in that he is will separate you from someone who is of searching myself, accepting myself department chairs. The committee, acting in shows all across Ohio, which technically masterful, but not truly pres- and finally having the courage not to be comprised of former Taylor Award win- then he translates back to his students in ent,” said Polanco, adding that it is scary ashamed of what was there and to give ners, also observes classroom sessions of a real-world approach that helps them be- to expose oneself in that way. freely of what I found,” said Polanco. those nominated. come more successful in the industry.” “It takes courage to search within The irony, he said, is that the minute After receiving the award on April yourself, accept what you find and give he started on this new path, the qual- Steve Hannan is the director of public rela- 21, Polanco addressed the convocation of it freely,” he said. “Luckily, most art- ity of his work increased and his career tions for Ashland University. on the topic “The Courage to Search, ists, as well as individuals in all disci- Accept and Give.” plines and walks of life, have an innate “Nothing you could fabricate is ever desire to understand themselves and the going to be as interesting or valuable as world around them.” who you are at your core, and your job as For Polanco, September 11, 2001, If you are and CH police join iWatch Northeast Ohio 55+

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Cleveland Heights City Council meeting highlights APRIL 15, 2013 these ordinances and a public hearing will take Preservation Month. The month is organized in opment plan for the Bluestone development at All council members were present. place on Tuesday, May 28, at 7 p.m. in council partnership with the National Trust for Historic 3505 Mayfield Road. The developer will build Cleveland Heights poet laureate chambers. Preservation. The city is also partnering with 11 three-story townhouses in place of two 22- the Heights Library and Cleveland Heights Kathleen Cerveny is the new Poet Laureate Police vehicle purchases unit loft buildings. Historical Society to sponsor two lectures and of Cleveland Heights, designated as such by Council approved purchases of police vehicles Tax abatements two walking tours. Heights Arts, which designed and administers through the Ohio Department of Administrative Council extended the deadline for tax abate- the poet laureate program. Peggy Spaeth, Services Cooperative Purchasing Program, Savings on bond interest ments in the Severance Community Reinvest- outgoing director of Heights Arts, introduced including: Council approved the issuance and sale of ment Area from July 7, 2013 to July 7, 2016. The previous poets laureate and then Cerveny, • Five new 2013 Dodge Chargers with neces- bonds valued at about $1.625 million in order deadline extension was needed due to delays who read two short poems she had written sary options for $135,000. to refund at a lower interest cost the remainder in construction. The city offers tax abatements to about Cleveland Heights. Following this, all •Two new 2013 Police Utility Vehicles with nec- owed on bonds issued in 2001. The city will save support development in sections of the city des- council members and the city manager spoke essary options for $66,000. These will be the approximately $80,000 in interest. ignated as Community Reinvestment Areas. in tribute to Spaeth on her retirement, and pre- first of this type in Cleveland Heights and will Community Development Block Grants Nighttown expansion sented her with a card and a bag of Cleveland include first responder equipment. Heights items. Council reallocated Community Development Council authorized the sale of 350 square Employee dental program Block Grant (CDBG) funds by moving $84,000 feet of city-owned parking lot for $2,500 to Recycling brochure Council authorized an agreement with Employee from street resurfacing to parking lot resurfacing Nighttown as part of the restaurant’s expan- Council authorized acceptance of a 2013 Benefits Consultants to administer the city’s self- and by moving $25,000 from storefront loans sion plan. Community Recycling Awareness Grant for to support consultants who will work on the funded dental program for Jan. 1 through Dec. Phoenix Coffee loan $2,985 from the Cuyahoga Solid Waste Man- 31, 2013, through Dente-Max network. This storefront loan program. agement District. This will be used to produce a Council authorized a $50,000 loan for five program will realize significant savings for the Special Improvement Districts (SIDs) years from the city’s Commercial Revolving Loan brochure promoting recycling, to be enclosed city and its employees. with water bills. Council approved legislation for the Cedar Fair- Fund to Phoenix Coffee of Coventry to renovate LWV Observer: Blanche Valancy. mount, Cedar Lee, and Coventry Village SIDs. a new space at 1793 Coventry Road. The new Sponsor signs at athletic events These include receipt and approval of five-year space will cost less in rent and utilities. Council heard a first reading of two ordinances improvement plans for the Cedar Fairmount SID MAY 6, 2013 LWV Observer: Susie Kaeser. that would authorize the planning commission Council Member Janine Boyd was absent. with an annual budget of $66,275, and the Ce- to approve sponsor signs at athletic fields and dar Lee SID with an annual cost of $140,688. Note: YouTube videos of Cleveland Heights City Bicycle legislation events. The first ordinance would allow ap- For the Coventry Village SID, council passed Council meetings may be accessed at www. Council passed a resolution urging Cleveland proval of a sponsor scoreboard sign accessory legislation that includes a special assessment youtube.com/clevelandheightsoh. Heights residents to use their bicycles for transpor- to an athletic field under specified conditions, on the commercial district to generate funds for and the second would allow approval of tem- tation to work and school and proclaiming May implementing the Coventry village SID plan for Look for earlier and often expanded porary sponsor signs during an athletic event 2013 as Bike Month, May 8 as Bike to School the next five years. postings of meeting summaries online under specified conditions, including mount- Day, and May 17 as Bike to Work Day. Bluestone Mayfield development at www.heightsobserver.org. ing and removal on the day of the event. The National Preservation Month Council authorized an amendment to the devel- Planning Commission will hold a hearing on Council proclaimed May 2013 as National See disclaimer on page 6.

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heights Observer Editor drinks and door prizes. Visit www.cedar- lee.org for more information. Free events abound in the Heights this The Coventry Village Special Im- summer. The City of Cleveland Heights provement District will host several is celebrating the 75th anniversary of events in Coventry P.E.A.C.E. Park and Cain Park this year, and the park is at various venues in the Coventry Village hosting several free concerts. Business District beginning the week of On June 18 at 7 p.m., Cain Park will June 17. The park will be the site of yoga host the first concert in its free chamber on Sunday afternoons and the popular music series, which is funded by Cuya- movie series on Thursday evenings. a B remer F isher hoga Arts and Culture; the Local 4 Mu- Various locations along the street will D ea nn Mayor Ed Kelley helps cut the ribbon to dedicate the Montford Community garden. sic Fund, Leonard DiCosimo, president; host free music on Tuesday evenings. and the Music Performance Trust Fund. The street festival is tentatively set for Mayor Kelley helps dedicate garden The series begins with a performance of Sunday, July 21, from 1 to 5 p.m., pending music from “Downton Abbey” by the approval from the city. For more infor- Mary Weems overall garden site. According to MCGA Amethyst String Quartet at the Alma mation, visit www.coventryvillage.org. president, Patrick Bryne, all of the plots Theater. The quartet is led by violist The Cedar Fairmount Special Im- Saturday, May 11, was a good day for com- are contracted for, and at least two will Mary Beth Ions and features musicians provement District will host its family- munity, sharing and—dirt. From 10 a.m. be dedicated to food production for local from area professional orchestras. friendly Discover Cedar Fairmount to 3 p.m., Montford Community Garden food banks. On Sunday, June 23, Cain Park will Festival on Sunday, Aug. 11, from noon Association (MCGA) members, including Susanna Niermann O’Neil, acting present Golem, a punk klezmer band to 5 p.m. Find more information and ap- Patrick Byrne, John Ludway, Laurel Freed- city manager, and Deanna Bremer Fish- from New York City, at 7:30 p.m. at the plication forms for artists, vendors and er, Diane Frederick, Curt and Suzie Coker, er, executive director of FutureHeights, Evans Amphitheater as its 35th annual nonprofits atwww.cedarfairmount.org. Michael Jones, Leslie Bates, and others were also on hand to help dedicate the Workmen’s Circle Yiddish Concert. The City of University Heights will assembled raised beds and filled them with garden. The city purchased the lot from The Cain Park Arts Festival, which host its Free Concert Series again this soil in preparation for planting. the Cuyahoga Land Bank and restored takes place July 12–14, includes several summer on the lawn in front of Wiley Several young people were on hand a water line to the property. Future- free concerts with admission. Festival Middle School, or in the school audito- to help. Olivia Jones and her friend, Ash- Heights is acting as fiscal agent for the admission is free on Friday, July 12, rium on rainy days. Concerts take place lee Woldman, took a break from shovel- project. and includes performances by Cats on on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. ing and raking to help Mayor Ed Kelley MCGA received a $3,500 grant and Holiday and Charlie Mosbrook & Avin June concerts are: June 13, Mark Grey & cut a ribbon, tied between two Fiskar’s toolkit from Fiskars Brands Project Lok Baird. For more information, visit Northcoast Jazz Collective (this concert shovels, to dedicate the garden. Orange Thumb® and a $400 start-up www.cainpark.com. also features an ice cream social); June 20, The garden, located at the corner of grant from the OSU Extension Subur- The Cedar Lee Special Improve- University Heights Symphonic Band; and Montford and Windsor roads in Cleveland ban Community Garden Program. 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Jim Rokakis to speak at HRRC annual meeting Free Wheelin’ Wednesday bike rides

Kathryn Lad Reutilization Corporation (also known to three Heights Library mini book as the Cuyahoga County Land Bank) and houses in the Fairfax, Canterbury The keynote served as its first chairman. In his current life cycle and Noble neighborhoods, led by speaker at the position with the Western Reserve Land Sarah O’Keeffe. annual meeting Conservancy, he helped to establish 15 esy hrrc t esy • June 26: Tour of Heights Community of the Home land banks in Ohio counties in approxi- cour Gardens, led by Alice Stratton. Repair Re- Jim Rokakis, director of the mately two years. He also works with Thriving Communities Institute. • July 10: Forest Hill Park neighbor- source Center Ohio communities in Columbus and Heights Bicycle Coalition hood history and the Rockefeller (HRRC) will be Jim Rokakis, director Washington, D.C. to raise funds to deal connection, led by Joy Henderson. of the Thriving Communities Institute, with distressed properties. This summer, Heights Bicycle Co- • July 24: Cleveland Heights Pub a program of the Western Reserve Land HRRC’s annual meeting will be held at alition will again host Wednesday- Crawl, including the BottleHouse Conservancy. The topic of his presenta- 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4, at the Cleveland evening rides that showcase our com- Brewery, Rockefeller’s Restaurant, tion will be “Northeast Ohio Housing Heights Community Center. In addition to munity. These are social rides open Melt Bar & Grilled, and Winking Market: Down but not OUT.” the keynote presentation, the meeting will to cyclists of all ages. The rides often Lizard Tavern, led by Tom Ligman. During a lifetime of community include a brief review of the past year and conclude at a local restaurant or pub • Aug. 14: Wade Oval Potluck—ride to service, including his years as a member election of new HRRC board members. All for refreshments. University Circle for a potluck picnic of Cleveland City Council and Cuyahoga community members are invited to attend. Meet your neighbors and learn and Wade Oval Wednesday concert, County Treasurer, Rokakis has worked For more information, call HRRC at 216-381- more about your community. With most with music by Otis & The Shoreway to find creative ways of reversing neigh- 6100 or visit www.hrrc-ch.org. destinations within a few miles via 25- Saints (Rock/Motown/British Mod), borhood blight. He was the driving mph tree-lined side streets, the Heights led by Lee Reis. force behind a bill that allowed for the Kathryn Lad is the executive director of area is ideal for getting around by bike. • Aug. 28: Democracy in action— creation of the Cuyahoga County Land Home Repair Resource Center. “Plus,” noted longtime cyclist Greg Civil Rights History of Cleveland Donley, “you notice the little things, Heights, led by Susie Kaeser and Joy like the sounds of birds, the smell of Henderson. June 7 festival will promote fresh-cut grass, and the strikingly varied All rides are finished by dusk. textures of Heights-area road surfaces.” Please wear a helmet. awareness of refugees Join us for a these fun rides! Free Wheelin’ Wednesday rides Heights Bicycle Coalition (www.bikesin- Kayleen Herron for children. start from the Coventry P.e.a.c.e. theheights.org) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit orga- Roots of American Music will Park at 6:30 p.m. nization dedicated to making the Heights Us Together, an east-side refugee re- perform. Nadia Kasvin, Us Together • June 12: Little Free Library—ride more bicycle friendly. settlement agency, will hold a festival director, will give a brief presentation offering entertainment, ethnic foods and premiere a video about the agency, and a variety of booths from different produced by Cold Robot Studios. Landscape Design nationalities. Us Together, which has been serving MJM & Construction This Community Refugee Festival the east side since 2008, coordinates Michael J. Madorsky • (216) 321- 7729 will be held at John Carroll University’s and initiates services to immigrants and Green Road Annex on June 7 from 6–9 refugees. Last year the agency resettled • Fences - crafted from cedar For the finest Quality p.m. Admission is $2 and open to the 136 people, and it has resettled 92 so far • Patios - brick or flagstone • Decks - cedar or composite public. this year. Since 1983 • Plantings - design & installed “The festival will help us introduce Us Together is working with Coun- our agency and refugees in our area to cil Member Jason Stein to make the Hundreds of Satisfied Cleveland Heights customers the community,” said Helen Tarkhanova, City of Cleveland Heights an even more Us Together resettlement coordinator. welcoming destination. “The organization is striving to improve Artists, poets, craftsmen, farmers coming awareness of refugees.” and others are encouraged to contact soon... The agency will share stories of event coordinators to reserve a display MM e e ’s ’s refugees from other countries now living table to showcase their items. All pro- here. The majority are Bhutanese and ceeds from the raffle and ticket sales will Iraqi. All have fled danger or persecu- go to Us Together to serve refugees. • sports manicure/pedicureightight happy tion. Tickets may be purchased either • men’s haircut w/ hot towel father’s day The festival will offer buffet-style in advance or at the door. Call 216-456- • signature barber shave food from four ethnic restaurants: Res- 9630, ext. 3, or e-mail Kayleen Herron at • relaxation massage treat dad to something taurant Europa, Taza Lebanese Grill, [email protected] or Nicole Stacey • sports/deep tissue massage special...gift certificates Cafe´ Tandoor and Flavors of India. at [email protected]. • waxing (back, chest, unibrow, nose are available. They represent cuisines of the dominant For more details on the event and ear grooming) groups now being resettled. and the organization, visit www.usto- SUMMER HOURS: A variety of booths and activities gether.us. stressstress managementmanagement exclusivelyexclusively forfor menmen tues 8 am - 9 pm representing different cultures will be at wed 8 am - 9 pm the festival, as will a 50/50 raffle. 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May was Bike Month in the Heights, and community members celebrated with a month’s worth of bike-related events. On May 6, bicylists rode together to Cleveland Height’s City Hall, to thank the city for making the community more bicycle-friendly. CH-UH schools participated in National Bike or Walk to School Day on May 8, and held bike safety clinics. One school—Fairfax Elementary—had a Bike Rodeo. Bike to Work Day t ric on May 17 got off to a sweet start at the intersec- t ric tion of Edgehill and Overlook roads, with free coffee and pastries, courtesy of Phoenix Coffee. y S chool D is An annual Ride of Silence, in honor of bicyclists y S chool D is who died in accidents on roadways, brought t io n coali s bicycle bicyclists together for a group ride from John Carroll University to University Circle. See more esy CH - UH C i t t esy esy CH- UH C i t t esy heigh t t esy photos online at www.heightsobserver.org. cour cour cour t io n coali s bicycle t io n coali s bicycle esy heigh t t esy esy heigh t t esy cour cour

Watch for the Heights Libraries Book Grant Deming’s Forest Hill to hold Bike this summer district-wide open house, garage sale Will DuGar Sheryl Banks Residents of Grant Deming’s Forest Hill Heights Libraries has a fun new way to Historic District (GDFH) are planning reach the community this summer. The two June events to promote their neigh- Book Bike, a gift from the Friends of borhood. On Sunday, June 23, from 2 to the Heights Libraries, will make appear- 4 p.m., realtors representing 20 homes ances at festivals, parades and school currently listed for sale will hold open events this summer and will be stocked Book Bike, a sustainable approach to library out- houses. with donated or canceled library books reach, will be at area festivals this summer. On Saturday, June 22, the day be- to give away. Volunteers from the fore the open house, GDFH will host a

Heights Bicycle Coalition will operate way Heights Libraries is helping the en- community-wide garage sale. The event w ill dugar the bike, along with Heights Libraries vironment,” said Nancy Levin, director. will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In Welcome Houses throughout the neigh- staff members. “The most basic library activities are, by case of rain, the sale will be rescheduled borhood to provide information, answer “It’s a great way to promote lit- definition, sustainable: we share books, for June 29. questions and discuss the benefits of eracy in a very personal, targeted way,” DVDs, CDs, Playaways, magazines, GDFH, listed in the National living in the district. said Sam Lapides, the library’s special puppets, games and computers, and we Register of Historic Places in 2010, is At least 10 real estate companies projects coordinator. “We will tailor renovate our existing buildings instead bordered by Euclid Heights Boulevard, plan to participate in the open house. the books we bring and the outreach of building new.” and Lee, Cedar and Coventry roads. The Prospective homebuyers and those we do to our destination and audience, Watch for the Book Bike this sum- neighborhood features more than 700 interested in learning about the neigh- whether it be a school event, a visit to mer. If you are interested in arranging a historic homes, mostly built between borhood are welcome to tour with or a senior center, or a concert at Cain visit from the Book Bike, contact Sam 1910 and 1930, in a variety of architec- without a realtor. Park.” Lapides at 216-932-3600. tural styles. The open house will provide For more information, visit www. And because the Book Bike is a convenient way for prospective buyers grantdemingneighborhood.org. people-powered, it promotes sustain- Sheryl Banks is the marketing and community to tour several homes, in a variety of ability and literacy at the same time. relations manager for the Cleveland Heights- sizes and prices, at one time. Will DuGar is a 38-year resident of Grant “The Book Bike is just the latest University Heights Public Library. Current residents will staff several Deming’s Forest Hill Historic District. $ Our Experienced Mechanics Serving since 1989 20 OFF FREE in Cleveland Hts Loaner Any Services Cars over $60 Prior Notice Required Discount is off regular price. Great Deals! Not Valid with any other offer. Expires 7/31/13

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Heights Observer June 1, 2013 11 www.heightsobserver.org community news Cleveland leadership program seeks 2013 applicants Communion of Saints hosts 5K run June 22 Kendra Dean Benedict is vice president of R Strat- egy Group, a Cleveland-based company In 2006, the Jack, Joseph, and Mor- that provides strategic and communica- ton Mandel Foundation established a tions counsel to clients with challenges leadership training and development and needs in the public sphere. One of program for engaged neighborhood his clients is the communications office leaders. The Neighborhood Leader- the county were centered in Cleveland,” of the CH-UH school district. He is ship Development Program (NLDP) is Sandra Kluk, program administrator, also the co-founder and editor of Edible a free, 15-session, 9-month community explained. “Therefore, we decided to Cleveland, a quarterly magazine devoted Molly Katholi engagement training program for resi- start there.” to Northeast Ohio’s local food scene. dents of Cleveland and those who live Kluk, a 27-year Heights resident, Benedict encourages people who This year, Communion of Saints School in its inner-ring suburbs and work with realized last year that many people are serious about community building is hosting its first 5K race and one-mile Cleveland neighborhood groups. like her who were working to revitalize to apply for the program. “It’s a sub- Fun Walk on Saturday, June 22. The NLDP seeks to create more vibrant Cleveland, live in the Heights or other stantial commitment of time, so it’s not chip-timed race, in which runners wear Cleveland neighborhoods by using the inner-ring suburbs. She encouraged something to take lightly or dabble in,” trackers in their shoes to measure their intentional change model, which con- NLDP to open program participation he said. “But for someone who wants to exact time from start to finish, will send sists of five discoveries about oneself. to residents of inner-ring suburbs. enhance their learning and leadership participants on a course through the Practitioners in the areas of nonprofit “NLDP graduates are very engaged skills, meet exceptional people from school’s scenic residential Cleveland management, marketing, event develop- in their communities,” said Kluk. “Their all walks of life, and really learn about Heights neighborhood, beginning and ment, fundraising and organizational commitment is demonstrated through Cleveland and its neighborhoods, it’s a ending at Communion of Saints’s St. leadership are NLDP presenters and the volunteer work they do. They par- great opportunity.” Ann location. facilitators. Every NLDP participant ticipate in their communities in very Recruitment for the NLDP Cohort The one-mile Fun Walk starts at and graduate has ongoing access to tangible ways.” VII program begins in June. Classes 8:30 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 9 the program coaches, who give advice Jon Benedict, a 2009 NDLP gradu- take place at Trinity Commons, 2230 a.m. and support. Each cohort consists of ate and Heights native, said that the Euclid Ave., Cleveland, on the third Sign up at www.hermescleveland.com up to 20 individuals who are currently program has helped shape his work. “It Saturday of the month, starting Sept. 7. through 9 a.m., Friday, June 21. engaged neighborhood leaders in the has given me more perspective on the For more information and an applica- All participants receive a T-shirt. All city of Cleveland, narrowed down from diverse viewpoints that arise around a tion, visit www.NLDPCleveland.com or proceeds benefit Communion of Saints 70–100 applicants. city, and it has given me a better sense call 216-776-6172. Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). The program began as a way to de- of how to engage and work with the velop leadership in the City of Cleveland. people who hold those differing views Kendra Dean is a graduate student at the Molly Katholi is a parent of two children “The belief was that a significant amount in an attempt to find commonality,” he Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences who attend Communion of Saints School and of social and economic issues affecting said. and an intern at FutureHeights. a member of Communion of Saints PTO.

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Binnie Eiger Road. When Kates called Pastor Jessica A farmers market featuring fresh lo- Shields of Bethlehem Church to ask cal produce, organic products, plants, if the church would host the market, herbs, bakery items and craft artisans Shields was thrilled. “We are very opened Friday, May 31, in the parking excited about having the market in lot at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in our parking lot,” said Shields. “It’s Cleveland Heights. The market will a great asset to share with the com- continue every Friday through Octo- munity.” Bethlehem’s Church Council ber, 2-7 p.m. voted unanimously to approve the East This is the first year for the market proposal. Cleveland at the church site. “The fresh produce Kates points out that the new will be mostly Amish-grown, from market site is in a great location. “It’s Middlefield and Burton,” said Debra RTA accessible and has good available Kates, market manager.”The Amish do parking,” she said, “including parking

s not use lots of pesticides.” for the handicapped.” According to Kates, prices will Bethlehem Lutheran Church is lo- be “very reasonable.” The market ac- cated at 3740 Mayfield Road. in Cleve- Cleveland cepts EBT payments, WIC coupons, land Heights at the corner of Mayfield Heights

y of cle v ela n d heigh t and participates in the Produce Perks and Crest roads, in the shadow of program. Severance Town Center. esy ci t t esy This farmers market is designated For more information, call 216-382- cour as the Cleveland Heights Commu- 4545. nity Farmers Market. Kates manages another market at the South Euclid Binnie Eiger is the office manager for Beth- Hillcrest Methodist Church on Green lehem Lutheran Church.

Join us— Thursdays from 6–8pm & Alice Jeresko 5.5-acre stormwater-fed pond that drains Saturdays from 5–7pm for wine and beer tastings. into the east branch of Dugway Brook, Let your taste buds experience something new Dug-9 Greenspace, a new organization which is culverted. The new trees re- each week. We offer 10% case discounts. dedicated to preserving, enhancing place some of trees that have been lost, and expanding greenspace and green or are expected to be lost. Additional thewinespotonline.com infrastructure in the Dugway Brook your spot for retail wine & craft beer tree canopy and root systems will help 2271 Lee Road•Cleveland Heights p 216.342.3623 and Nine Mile Creek watersheds, held mitigate stormwater impact and provide its first Arbor Day event on April 27 in shade, habitat and seasonal color. Like us TheHeightsWineSpot • Follow us @thewinespotch Forest Hill Park. The Division of Wildlife at the The group held a tree-planting Ohio Department of Natural Resources event with trees provided by Cuyahoga stocked the lake with trout on April 5. ReLEAF, a program administered by Last year, East Cleveland Parks Asso- the Cuyahoga River Community Plan- ciation (ECPA) installed aerators and ning Organization. Twenty-three youth raised the lake level to improve water volunteers from the East Cleveland quality. Police Athletic League (PAL) and area Dug-9 hopes to plant native shrubs, residents participated. Arborists from grasses and flowering plants around the Forest City Tree Protection Co. pro- lake’s nearly 1,850-linear-feet perimeter, vided pruning demonstrations. and is seeking volunteers and plant do- Seven native-species trees were nations. A small grant from the Captain planted near the park’s lake and boat- Planet Foundation was awarded in May house. Within a week of planting, one to the East Cleveland PAL towards its of the new pine trees became home to goal of planting 200 linear feet of the The Urban Gardener’s Shopping Destination nesting robins, the dogwood flowered, lake edge by fall 2013. and leaves unfurled on the new tulip, The lake is located in the East SUSTAINABLE • ORGANIC • LOCAL tupelo and red maple trees. Cleveland section of the park and dog Volunteers included Dave Gressley, walking is permitted there. Carl U., a horticulturalist and arborist for Lake regular park visitor, said that he believes view Cemetery, and Dick Secor of the the fishers, hikers, joggers and dog East Cleveland Parks Association. Area walkers make the park safer, cleaner businesses—Dewey’s Pizza, Barle’s and more sociable. “Vandals and litter- Your Neighborhood Garden Boutique Soup & Sandwich, and Starbucks in ers don’t want to be observed,” he said. the Rockefeller Building—provided “The more people in the park, the more TREES • SHRUBS • POTTERY • PERENNIALS • ANNUALS refreshments. that kind of behavior is discouraged.” Forest Hill Park’s 248 acres were Vicki Mentrek, landscape designer Herbs • Vegetable Plants • Garden Novelties • Custom Gift Baskets donated by John D. Rockefeller Jr. to and manager of Grande’s Garden Cen- We Will Customize Gift Baskets for Any Occasion the cities of East Cleveland and Cleve- ter, said, “Throughout the park, you will land Heights in 1936. It was the site find 360 degrees of beautiful.” Mentrek Conveniently Located in the Heart of Cleveland Heights of his father’s summer home, which said her admiration for Dutch Harley, 13410 Cedar Road • 216-932-0039 • www.bremec.com burned in 1917. Two-thirds of the park a longtime advocate for Forest Hill June Hours: Monday through Saturday 8 - 6 & Sunday 10 - 5 lies in East Cleveland, the other third who died at age 98 in January, was what is in Cleveland Heights. Designed prompted her to donate 140 plants to by landscape architect A.D. Taylor, the park last year. “His spirit surely lives the park was listed in the National on in Forest Hill Park,” she said. 30% OFF Register of Historic Places in 1998. It For more information and to vol- is the largest tract of public parkland unteer, contact Alice Jeresko at 216-371- Any Espoma Fertilizer between the Cleveland Metroparks’ 9834 or [email protected]. Cannot be combined with other coupons. Good only at Bremec on the Heights location. Not good on North Chagrin and Rocky River res- services, fees, bulk or bagged goods, pavers or wall stones. Coupon is good June 1 - June 30, 2013. ervations Alice Jeresko is a Dug-9 Greenspace advo- The lake at Forest Hill Park is a cate. 13410 Cedar Road ∙ Cleveland Hts.,, OH 44118 ∙ (216) 932 - 0039 ∙ www.bremec.com

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Taste of the Heights connects area Strawberry fests and a rummage sale at restaurants, music, community two Heights presbyterian churches Heights Observer Editor On Friday, June 7, from 6–8 p.m., Kimberly Morgan co-chair Angela Karges. “In the past, Noble Road Presbyterian Church people tended to eat then run, missing On Sunday, June 2, Fairmount Presby- presents its annual strawberry festival For the past three years, Heights Youth out on enjoying the truly special space terian Church presents its 62nd annual at 2780 Noble Road.Organizers prom- Club (HYC) has celebrated the vibrant we have created.” Strawberry Festival on the church lawn ise “fab” strawberries, shortcakes, pop, Heights restaurant scene with its an- An added feature of this year’s event at Fairmount Boulevard and Scarbor- candy, music and fun. The event is free, nual Taste of the Heights event. Guests is a performance and salsa lesson by ough Road. This traditional spring com- and donations are welcome. sample food from local restaurants, sip Latin Soul Ballroom. munity event features a variety of foods On June 29, plan a return visit to a soft drink or glass of wine and enjoy Proceeds from the event support including ice cream and strawberries— Noble Presbyterian for the church’s local entertainment. HYC’s mission of providing high-qual- rides in the Euclid Beach rocket car, a Rummage Fest. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., This year’s event will be held June 6, ity programming that enables Heights flower clown and magic show for kids, a vendors will offer a variety of items, from 6 to 9 p.m., at HYC’s facility, at 2065 children to reach their full potential bouncy house, games, and live music by including clothes and plants. the event Lee Road (near Heights High). Participat- as productive, responsible and caring Otis and the Shoreway Saints. will also feature a bake sale, raffle, si- ing restaurants include perennial favorites adults. The festival begins at 11:15 a.m., lent auction, music and snacks. Vendor such as the Mad Greek, Tommy’s, Pizzazz Tickets are available in advance for right after the 10 a.m. worship service, tables are available for crafts, resale and the Tavern Company, as well as new- $50 at www.heightsyouthclub.org or $60 at and continues for three hours. Tickets and specialty goods. To reserve one of comers such as the BottleHouse Brewery, the door. For more information, contact are $12 for adults, $6 for children ages the limited vendor spaces, call 216-382- Barlē Soup & Sandwich, the Rib Cage Kimberly Morgan at 216-253-1639. 5–17, and free for children 4 and under. 0660. and the Katz Club. “This year we encourage people Kimberly Morgan is the board administra- to view the event as a relaxing evening tor for the Heights Youth Club Board of out with friends and neighbors,” said Directors. Free Mobile Health Fair on June 22

Peg Weissbrod The Central Ohio Diabetes As- QUEEN SIZE sociation will follow up on any high MEMORY FOAM A free Mobile Health Fair offering glucose readings. A limited number of WITH health screenings and education will be free glucose monitors and test strips ADJUSTABLE BASE held Saturday, June 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will be available to known diabetics. Special Purchase at Forest Hill Church, Presbyterian, in The vision screening will include While They Last! Cleveland Heights. forms for free eyewear and eye exams Free screenings will include mea- for those who qualify. surements of blood pressure; height, Free health and hygiene kits will weight, and body mass index; vision, be given out, and information will be $ including glaucoma, random dot E, near available on dental care, nutrition and visual and distance acuity; basic hearing; exercise, cancer, high blood pressure/ Sleep999 and relax in virtually oral screenings for dental issues; and hypertension and heart disease, family unlimited ergonomic positions, glucose testing. planning and sexually transmitted dis- to create a bedroom experience that restores both After the screening, participants will eases, maternal and child health, mental body and mind. meet with either a physician or registered health and family life issues, substance CLEVELAND HTS nurse who will answer questions, inter- abuse, diabetes and asthma/COPD. (216) 320-9761 pret screening results, and make referrals 1812 COVENTRY RD, Forest Hill Church is located at 3031 across from the parking garage if necessary. Although no diagnosis or Monticello Blvd. For more information SleepSourceUSA.com treatment will be made, participants call 216-321-2660. needing follow-up care will be matched with local agencies that can provide that Peg Weissbrod is a freelance writer and care. Lists of free or low-cost clinics will publicity coordinator/webmaster for Forest be available, along with information on Hill Church, Presbyterian, in Cleveland benefits for low-income children. Heights. support local independent merchants

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Bob Rosenbaum of ability—including beginners—to process.” achieve proper alignment in their poses. Tommy’s Restaurant will donate Warren Grossman, a well-known author The two-day fair will feature other food for sale at the fair. Proceeds from and speaker who lives in Shaker Heights, speakers, as well. food sales are donated to the Heights will present a talk titled “Healing is The holistic fair, co-organized Libraries. The fair is sponsored by Fu- LWV sponsors Natural” at the upcoming Heights Ho- by Cleveland Heights resident tureHeights, the local nonprofit that CH-UH candidates listic Fair. Judith Eugene and Pat Uhr of Lake- publishes the Heights Observer, and pro- The fair, the third in a series this wood, will offer products, services and motes a vibrant and sustainable future forum on Oct. 8 year, will be held Oct. 12 and 13 at the information on healthy-living options for Cleveland Heights and University Open Office Community Space, located for all ages. Vendors will have products Heights. Pat Moyer in the former Coventry School building for sale and will provide sample healing Admission is $5 per day and includes at 2843 Washington Blvd. in Cleveland treatments. Psychic mediums will be all activities and speakers. Admission is The CH-UH Chapter of The League of Heights. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on hand to give personal readings, for free for children under 12. Women Voters (LWV) Cuyahoga Area both days. a small fee. The Heights Holistic Fair is pre- and FutureHeights will host and moder- Grossman, author of To Be Healed by Musicians will perform, and chil- sented jointly by Eugene’s Loving Hands ate a nonpartisan candidates night on the Earth and Earth/Heart, will discuss dren’s activities will include all-ag- Yoga and Reiki, and Uhr’s Harmonic Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 7–9 p.m. at the tools found in nature for healthier, es drum circles, child-oriented yoga Journeys. For a schedule of activities and Cleveland Heights Community Center, happier living. He will also lead an in- classes, and a tambourine-making proj- speakers visit www.holisticfairsohio.com One Monticello Blvd. teractive workshop, “Strong, Pain-Free ect. An all-ages play area will feature or call Judith Eugene at 216-408-5578. All candidates for Cleveland Feet,” sharing methods for relieving foot toys from Big Fun. Eugene said, “We Heights and University Heights city pain and building a strong foundation to want to reach out to the community to Cleveland Heights resident Bob Rosenbaum councils and for the Cleveland Heights- support the body. provide information on healthy living is a longtime Observer volunteer and is re- University Heights Board of Education A gentle yoga class will follow the for all ages—kids, parents and grand- sponsible for its advertising sales and market whose names will appear on the Nov. 5 workshop, helping people at all levels parents—and have a lot of fun in the development. ballot will be invited. The candidates for Cleveland Heights City Council will begin the evening, followed by the UUSC presents film and discussion on Oct. 13 CH-UH school board candidates. The candidates for University Heights City Walter Nicholes democracy, and celebration of individual knew about religion,” said Rina Shere, Council will close out the evening. worth. The Society welcomes all people. UUSC director of religious education. Neither the League of Women The Unitarian Universalist Society of “God Loves Uganda” explores the For more information, call 216-932- Voters nor FutureHeights supports or Cleveland (UUSC) will celebrate Oct. role of the American evangelical move- 1898 or go to www.uucleveland.org. endorses any political party or candidate 13 as Sexual Justice Sunday, adding a ment in Uganda. American missionaries for office. This event is about informed vegetarian luncheon and screening of to Uganda are credited both positively Walter Nicholes, a longtime resident of Cleve- decision-making on Election Day. the documentary “God Loves Uganda” for creating schools and hospitals and land Heights now living in Shaker Heights, to a special 11 a.m. worship service. The negatively for promoting religious big- believes both communities are remarkable in Pat Moyer is the LWV Cuyahoga Area direc- film was an official selection at the 2013 otry. The film follows U.S. and Ugandan their successful diversity. tor of public relations. Sundance Film Festival. The screening evangelical leaders, politicians, and and luncheon are open to the public. missionaries as they attempt to convert More stories online at www.heightsobserver.org Karen LoBracco, program consul- Ugandans to fundamentalist Christian- tant for United Universalist Association, ity. who recently visited Uganda, will lead a Through interviews and hidden- discussion following the 80-minute film. camera footage, the film gives unprec- Passing the hat donations to continue edented access and insight into forces in UUSC’s sexual justice efforts will be Uganda that drive for harsh punishment, gratefully accepted. such as death sentences for homosexual- UUSC, at 2728 Lancashire Road ity, and forces working for sexual toler- in Cleveland Heights, led by Douglas ance. 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meet one Saturday per month. The Oct. 19 workshop, “Adventures in Lake Erie Ink dives into third year Time—Writing Stories of the Past and Future,” will feature local writers Paula Melissa DeWater McClain and Charles Oberndorf. On Nov. 16, author Les Roberts will share Lake Erie Ink, a writing space for his expertise as a writer of suspense and youth, has started fall programming mystery. with the third year of the Ink Spot, This fall, Lake Erie Ink is busy off- an after-school program that provides site as well, working with teachers in homework help and creative writing local schools and with youths in other opportunities to kids in grades 4–8. after-school programs. Already, students have begun tak- Lake Erie Ink, a nonprofit organiza- ing advantage of the opportunity to tion, is located in the former Coventry creatively express themselves. At a re- Elementary building. The organization cent Ink Spot session, students were strives to give Greater Cleveland young prompted to write about the stories people opportunities for creative ex- their shoes would tell: lake erie ink courtesy Participants at the Ink Spot after-school program filming their comics. pression and academic support. For more information about programs or If My Shoes Could Talk will discuss and write about social issues, College essay workshops are also on volunteer opportunities, visit www. by Anthony, 5th grade creating stories to submit to the Real the fall schedule, with the first one set lakeerieink.org. Deal screenplay contest in December. for Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Register online If my shoes could For more information, visit www.sce- at www.lakeerieink.org. Melissa DeWater is an intern for Lake Erie Talk, they would say nariosusa.org. Weekend Ink creative workshops Ink. Just pick me up And take me away. My owner always takes Me or maybe he Heights Youth Theatre presents ‘Willy Wonka’ Just makes me Go to places shoes should never go. Mary Patton

The Ink Spot meets Monday through Heights Youth Theatre (HYT) kicks Thursday from 3–5:30 p.m. To enroll your off its 2013–14 season as Roald Dahl’s child call 216-320-4757 or visit www. deliciously dark tale of young Charlie lakeerieink.org. Bucket and the mysterious confectioner, Programs for teens include Evening Willy Wonka, comes to life in a new Ink writing workshops and Teen Open musical. Mic. Evening Ink welcomes students in When Charlie wins a golden ticket grades 6–12, with workshops that focus to the weird and wonderful Wonka on poetry, creative nonfiction, short Chocolate Factory, it’s the chance fiction, National Novel Writing Month of a lifetime to feast on the sweets (NaNoWriMo) and more. Evening Ink he’s always dreamed of. Astonishment runs Tuesday evenings, 7–8:30 p.m. lies beyond the gates, as down the Teen Open Mics are held on Saturday sugary corridors and amongst the evenings, with the next one scheduled incredible edible delights, the five theatre youth heights courtesy for Oct. 19, 7–9 p.m. lucky winners discover not everything Heights Youth Theatre cast members rehearse for upcoming performances of “Willy Wonka” at Wiley Middle School Auditorium. Lake Erie Ink will also offer a Sce- is as sweet as it seems. A chocolate narios USA workshop this fall. Teens garden, an army of squirrels and the peculiar Oompa-Loompas must be Beauregarde). believed to be seen in this spectacular All performances will be in the Wiley new musical. Middle School Auditorium, 2181 Mira- just got a Directed by Pierre-Jacques Brault, mar Blvd. in University Heights. Show whole lot cooler. with music directed by Joanna Li, dates are Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.; SLEEPING HYT’s “Willy Wonka” features a tal- Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m.; Friday, Oct. ented cast of local students in grades 25 at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m.; 1–12, and professional musicians playing Friday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2 the lyrical score. Lead cast members at 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. include Alex Boyd (Willy Wonka), Jared Tickets are $10 for general admis- Shapiro (Charlie), Gus Mahoney (Candy sion and $9 for seniors and children Man), Corey Grubar (Phineous Trout), under six (cash or checks only). The Thomas Weil (Mr. Bucket), Sara Fedor box office opens 45 minutes prior to (Mrs. Bucket), Matthew McAllister each show. Call Ellen at 216-780-2235 for Regular $1,999 • Cooling Gel Memory Foam (Grandpa Joe), Lucas Spencer (Augus- ticket and group seating information. SPECIAL PURCHASE • Natural FR Rayon Fiber Sock $ 2 Piece • 5-Zone Performance Foam tus Gloop), Cassandra Knaggs (Mrs. For more details, visit www.heightsyouth- 50% OFF! 999 Queen Set • CertiPUR-US® Soy Based Foam Core Gloop), Kevin LaMonica (Mike Teavee), theatre.org. CLEVELAND HTS Sydney Fieseler (Mrs. Teavee), Emily (216) 320-9761 Kenville (Veruca Salt), Aiden McKeon Mary Patton of University Heights is a 1812 COVENTRY RD, (Mr. Salt), Kayla Black (Violet Beau- public relations consultant and member of across from the parking garage SleepSourceUSA.com regarde) and Christina Ciofani (Mrs. the Heights Youth Theatre Advisory Board.

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Stroke: recognizing the symptoms and providing aftercare Senior Citizen Happenings toms, call 911 immediately. Quick mentally and physically stressful”. Senior Citizen Happenings, sponsored by SENIOR SCENE action is critical to stroke recovery Caregivers will need to be prepared the City of University Heights, are open because early treatment can minimize to help the person get the mobility to all. Events take place on Thursdays at brain damage, and brain damage caused equipment they need, assist with bath- 2 p.m. at the University Heights Library. For information, and to suggest program by stroke is irreversible. ing and other personal care needs, help topics, contact the UH Office for Senior Judith Eugene If you’re not sure if someone is with cooking, and perhaps help manage Services at 216-397-0336 or info@univer- having a stroke, follow the act FAST the person’s finances. sityheights.com. A stroke occurs when blood flow to guidelines. FAST is an acronym to help “Caregivers can support their loved Oct. 3: Robert Varley, president of the the brain is interrupted after a blood you remember what to look for and one and encourage small accomplish- Cuyahoga County Public Library Board vessel breaks or a blood clot blocks an what to do: ments, which mean a lot to someone of Trustees, celebrates the library’s 90th artery. When this happens, brain cells who has to relearn a once-mastered anniversary and the service it provides to begin to die and brain damage occurs. FACE – Ask the person to smile. Does skill,” said Janie Rosman, staff writer for 620,000 county residents. According to the National Stroke one side of the face droop? Today’s Caregiver. Oct. 10: Kenneth Palko, Notre Dame Association, when brain cells die dur- Fortunately there are some things College philosophy professor, will lead a ing a stroke, abilities controlled by ARMS – Ask the person to raise both that can be done to prevent the risk thought-provoking analysis of contempo- that area of the brain are lost. These arms. Does one arm drift downward? of stroke. The Neurological Institute rary issues through the lens of a classic of literature, The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel abilities might include speech, move- at University Hospitals Richmond Hawthorne. ment and memory. How a stroke SPEECH – Ask the person to repeat Medical Center identifies these factors Oct. 17: Connie Rebich, volunteer am- patient is affected depends on where a simple sentence. Can they do it ac- as contributing to the risk of stroke: bassador for Ten Thousand Villages in the stroke occurs in the brain and how curately and without slurring? high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Cleveland Heights, discusses how that much the brain is damaged. sedentary lifestyle, obesity and smok- fair-trade organization gives economic The Mayo Clinic lists several TIME – If the person shows any of ing. Controlling these factors may help power to small-scale farmers, artisans and symptoms to watch for that may indi- these symptoms, time is critical, and reduce the risk of stroke. entrepreneurs involved in producing items cate that someone is having a stroke: you should seek medical help imme- The National Stroke Association such as coconut oil (Sri Lanka), indigenous • Trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of diately. can be reached at 800-787-6537, the cosmetics (Togo West Africa) and cocoa coordination University Hospitals Richmond Medical bean saplings (Peruvian rainforest). • Confusion, or trouble speaking or If someone you love has a stroke, Center can be reached at 440-585-6137, Oct. 24: Rachel DeGolia, executive di- understanding it is important to understand that and the website for Today’s Caregiver is rector of the nonprofit Universal Health Care Action Network, will describe • Numbness or paralysis of the face, stroke rehabilitation cannot reverse www.caregiver.com. the grassroots organization’s efforts to arm or leg the effects of a stroke; it simply helps advocate for affordable, accessible, qual- • Blurred, blackened or double vision the individual return to independent Judith Eugene is a native of Cleveland ity health care since March 2010, when in one or both eyes living as much as possible. This can Heights who provides classes and activities President Obama signed the Affordable • Sudden, severe headache which may place a strain on the stroke victim’s for senior adults and those with physical Care Act into law. be accompanied by vomiting, dizzi- personal relationships. According to and mental challenges. She can be reached Oct. 31: Steven Taylor, the recently ness or confusion Today’s Caregiver magazine, “Caring for at 216-408-5578 or Judith@LovingHands- retired former director of Cleveland Me- If you notice any of these symp- a stroke survivor can be emotionally, Group.com. troparks Zoo, is back again this month with a presentation about the history, development and relevance of the zoo.

“We love having the Orchestra and the Art Museum in our back yard now!” —Beth Bohn, Judson Park resident since 2006

Beth Bohn is part of a growing trend at Judson—she and her husband Earl moved to Judson Park from the west side of Cleveland. “We love having the Cleveland Orchestra and the Art Museum in our back yard now!” says Beth. “Plus, it’s great being close to the world-class healthcare of Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals.” Beth shares her life long passion for art as co-chair of the Howson Gallery, booking local artists for shows open to the public. “The gallery has built a strong reputation. Artists want to show their work here,” she notes. “People look forward to the shows.” Judson Park’s distinct personality, which marries the best of Cleveland Heights with University Circle, appealed to Beth. “There’s a special mix of people here and it’s easy to make friends” she says. “I believe a good life includes strong bonds with friends.” This is Smart Living™ defined at Judson Park. Interested in learning more? Call (216) 791-2004 to arrange for a tour today.

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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 17 www.heightsobserver.org heights schools CHHS to host Oct. 16 bond issue Cleveland Heights-University discussion and additional tours Heights School Board Angee Shaker sult of more than three years of dialogue and planning by community members, meeting highlights the Board of Education, district admin- Heights High will host a second building AUGUST 20, 2013 tour and information session to ensure istrators and teachers. The first phase All board members were present. After discussion, the board favored the that residents have multiple chances of the plan would completely renovate construction manager-at-risk option. They will to learn about the building’s condition, Cleveland Heights High School, and Physical education waiver hire an architect whose fee would be contin- discuss plans and funding for the first Monticello and Roxboro middle schools. After discussion, the board approved the gent on the bond issue passing. Kal Zucker, phase of the proposed comprehensive For anyone unable to attend the physical education waiver pertaining to board member, extensively researched the School Facilities Plan, and ask any ques- tour on Oct. 16, private tours of Heights Heights High students participating in sports. four approaches and explained that other tions they may have. High will be offered Thursdays at school systems do not recommend the multiple- The CH-UH Board of Education 9:30 a.m. and Mondays, Tuesdays and Facilities contract structure prime model because it takes longer. The Stephen Shergalis, business director, two construction manager-at-risk model seems to placed a bond issue, Issue 81, on the Wednesdays at 6 p.m. To sign up for a people from Regency Construction, and two be recommended by other systems. Nov. 5 ballot to fund the first phase of tour, contact Joy Henderson at j_hen- from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commis- facility renovations. [email protected] or 216-320-3052. sion presented four different ways the school Staggered school opening The second tour and information district can contract for the [proposed] facilities During the public address portion of the meet- session is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. Angee Shaker is director of communications plan. They are: ing, the Canterbury PTA president explained 16 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. for Cleveland Heights-University Heights • Multi-prime: the school district handles that this year’s staggered school opening The School Facilities Plan is the re- City School District. the design, bids, and build—bidding out schedule was inconvenient for working parents contractors. and should be reconsidered for next year. Buy local. Your merchants are your neighbors too. • Single-prime: a general contractor is hired Later in the meeting, Andrea Celico, assistant who bids all the subcontractors. superintendent, gave an update on school • Construction manager-at-risk: the construc- opening and said that she’d received positive tion manager gives a guaranteed price and responses concerning the staggered schedule. fabric selects the contractors. • Design build: the design builder develops Positive behavior sewing patterns the design and construction contracts. There was a second reading of the posi- ribbon After much discussion, board members tive behavior intervention and support with and inspiration! requested more information on the four mod- limited use of restraint and seclusion policy. els. Shergalis would like to issue a request for Jeffrey Johnston, director of student services, qualifications now so that the board will be explained that positive behavior is a major ready to make a decision on the approach to component of the Tiger Nation process. In contracting when the bond issue passes. the elementary and middle schools, five steps The fabric and sewing boutique in Historic Little Italy, Cleveland are promoted to achieve positive behavior: Millikin property • Post the Tiger pledge with clear expecta- Open Wednesday – Friday 12-5 pm Ron Register, board president, read a list of tions in all buildings. Saturday 12-4 pm events regarding the Millikin property. The last • Review the Tiger pledge throughout the offer from Mosdos was to buy the property school year. 2026 Murray Hill Road : Cleveland, Ohio FACEBOOK/SWEETIEFRY for $215,000. The appraisals requested in • Recite the Tiger pledge every morning. YELP/SWEETIEFRY 216.229.2220 2012 by the school district and Mosdos were • Develop an incentive program called boltandspool.com $770,000 and $600,000, respectively. The Tiger Paws to reinforce good deeds and board directed the administration to enter behavior. 2307 LEE ROAD • CLEVELAND HEIGHTS into negotiations with Mosdos for purchase • Implement Tiger Nation Fridays to reinforce OHIO 44118 • 216-932-2300 of the property. good behavior. Surveys of students and teachers are being LWV Observer: Adele Cohn. conducted to see if this system is working. Posi- tive comments and the reduction of behavioral SEPTEMBER 3, 2013 problems suggest that it is making a difference. All board members were present. The high school policies are different in that the Tiger Nation pledge and Tiger Paws School facilities plans are not emphasized. Spreading school spirit Stephen Shergalis, director of business ser- and attending to climate elements are em- vices, explained the four models for contract- phasized. Student IDs are worn, and student ing to build new facilities: leadership is encouraged to control bullying • Multiple-prime: The district hires architects, problems. One student group made a video conducts competitive bidding, and holds all on school bullying. The staff receives in-service the risks concerning going over the budget. training on how to consistently enforce school This is a traditional system that has been policies. Consistent restraint policies used by used for most school building and takes many other districts are in place. The district more time. hopes these will be minimally used, given the •Single-prime: One general contractor is behavior policies. The staff has had conversa- hired who then subcontracts other pieces tion training to limit restraint events. of the project. •Construction manager-at-risk: The construc- Public forums tion manager sets a price and carries the The League of Women Voters will hold a risk and might be more likely to stay within public forum on the school facilities bond is- budget and ensure quality work. An archi- sue on Sept. 11 at the Lee Road Library and tect works with the construction manager a Candidates Night at the Cleveland Heights to establish a guaranteed maximum price Community Center on Oct. 8. and select contractors based on cost and qualifications. The board has input on the LWV Observer: Lillian Houser. subcontractors hired. Project startup is faster than for the multiple-prime model. Look for earlier and often expanded •Design build: An architect is hired who then postings of meeting summaries online hires design builders. This is a new process, at www.heightsobserver.org. and the district and community may have less input. See disclaimer on page 9.

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Beaumont seniors semifinalists in 2014 Roxboro Elementary’s sister school visits from Shanghai National Merit Scholarship program courtesy ch-uh citycourtesy school district On Aug. 29, Roxboro Elementary and Middle schools were visited by ten students and six adminis- trators from sister school Jin Yuan School, of Shanghai, China. Four honored guests from Cleveland courtesy rita kueber rita courtesy State University’s Confucius Institute were also present. The Chinese students presented a Wu Shu Beaumont School seniors Bailey Swartz (left) and Delaney Clark, 2014 National Merit Scholarship (martial arts) performance. Melissa Garcar, Roxboro’s International Baccalaureate coordinator Semifinalists. said, “It’s a wonderful thing to teleconference for three years and completely awesome to meet each other again, in person!” Rita Kueber The initial screen of program entrants is the 2012 Preliminary SAT/ Beaumont School seniors Delaney Clark NMSQT test. About 1.5 million juniors and Bailey Swartz have been named in more than 22,000 high schools take care up a treat semifinalists in the 2014 National Merit this test. S Scholarship competition. A semifinalist must have an out- for mom and dad Officials of the National Merit standing academic record throughout Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) an- high school, be endorsed and recom- at the wine spot— nounced the names of approximately mended by a high school official, write 16,000 semifinalists in the 59th annual an essay, and earn SAT scores that con- by the bottle or by the glass National Merit Scholarship program. firm the student’s earlier performance These academically talented high on the qualifying test. your spot for wine and craft beer! school seniors have an opportunity to compete for some 8,000 National Merit Rita Kueber is the public relations and check out our Scholarships worth about $35 million marketing manager for Beaumont School in “vine” variety of that will be offered next spring. Cleveland Heights. pumpkin beers Sustainable Heights Network hosts Oct. 2 Heights High tour thewinespotonline.com 2271 Lee Road• Cleveland Heights p 216.342.3623

Sarah Wean Howey Architecture, Engineering, and Like us TheHeightsWineSpot • Follow us @thewinespotch Design. On Wednesday, Oct. 2, the Sustainable The networking event at the Wine Heights Network (SHN) will host a free Spot is an opportunity for participants tour of Heights High and an after-tour to share information and connect with community networking event at the local resources, including Chuck Miller Request for Proposal

Wine Spot on Lee Road. The purpose of Doty and Miller Architects; Sam To buy, remove, relocate and reuse the building Bell, Laura Marks and Allen Wilkinson, of the event is to provide voters the owned by Fairmount Presbyterian Church opportunity to walk through the high members of the Sustainability Working and located at 2765 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights school and learn about the building’s Group of the Lay Facilities Committee; current condition, and to discuss pro- and Mullen and Dzuranin. The building was built in 1912 and posed facilities upgrades that include The event is free and open to the had been used as a manse for the reaching LEED silver, and possibly gold, public. Register online at HtsHighTour. minister. It was designed by the standard if Issue 81 passes. eventbrite.com. prestigious architectural firm of Meade and Hamilton. It has 8 The tour begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Sustainable Heights Network is a bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, is Washington Boulevard entrance to the grassroots, all-volunteer networking ef- approx. 6,500 square feet and school and features a behind-the-scenes fort in Cleveland Heights and University includes an oak and Spanish plaster look at the building’s infrastructure and Heights. SHN’s primary intent is to finished 2,661 square foot first floor, systems. pool local information on sustainability a 2,997 square foot similarly On hand to answer questions will and make it readily available to the com- finished second floor, and a finished be Patrick Mullen, co-chair of Citi- munity. third floor ballroom. zens for Heights Schools, and Steve A report documenting the condition of the building prepared by the Cleveland Dzuranin, representative from Fanning Sarah Wean is a community volunteer. Restoration Society is available for review.

Interested parties are invited to submit a proposal. The 2765 Task Force of the Fall Flea Market Session Fairmount Presbyterian Church will review all submissions. Additional The information may be requested. Tavern Church of the Saviour Depending on the proposed re-use of the building and its ultimate destination, Company 2537 Lee Road Fairmount Presbyterian Church may make a cash contribution towards purchaser costs to complete the project. Friday, October 11, 10 - 5 $7 admission 10-11, free thereafter Mon. Burger Fries & Beer Night $9 The building may be toured by appointment. Copies of all reports commissioned Tues. Flatbread Pizza Beer /Wine Saturday, October 12, 10 - 2 by the Task Force in connection with the Building will be available for review at Tues. Trivia starting at 10 pm Half-price sale all day Saturday that time. Please contact Lee Chilcote at (216) 795-4117 to set an appointment.

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Patti Carlyle ence classrooms that do not meet state of the proposed improvement plan in- area has sprinklers, and emergency wash minimum standards. Lab tables occupy cludes improved community access to stations exist in some science labs, but More than 120 people attended the the majority of space, crowding the desk the pool, an entrance compliant with there is no fire suppression system for community open house and tour at area. Per state safety standards, labs and the Americans with Disabilities Act the whole building. Cleveland Heights High School on lecture space are to be in separate areas. (ADA), family locker rooms and better A highlight was a visit to the re- Sept. 10. Guides offered a brief history A comprehensive upgrade to the noise control. cently restored auditorium, which also of the facilities improvement process, electrical system has been recom- ADA compliance is a challenge has its challenges. Noisy air condition- including the first phase of a proposed mended. Tour guests saw rows of throughout the school. The building has ing units must be turned off during renovation plan, which is part of Bond exposed conduit in classroom walls 15 distinct floor levels joined by various performances. The auditorium lacks Issue 81 that will appear on the Nov. 5 and in basement tunnels designed ramps and stairs, and there is no single an orchestra pit and amenities, such as election ballot. for maintenance access, but now used elevator reaching every floor. With 70 green rooms and storage space. The tour of the school, originally for gym classes and track team practice. separate roof levels, maintaining the If passed, Bond Issue 81 would fund built in 1925, showed participants areas The tunnels and the girls’ locker room school’s roof system is difficult and the first phase of a community-created needing improvements to bring the had evidence of standing water. expensive. comprehensive facilities plan. The first building into compliance with state The school swimming pool is The heating, ventilation and air phase will renovate Cleveland Heights requirements. It began outdoors at the too shallow for diving and too small conditioning system received a lot of at- High School and Monticello and Rox- clock tower, which is in need of reno- for competition, forcing the diving tention, as indoor temperatures neared boro middle schools over a five-year vations that would cost $200,000 to team to practice at Cleveland State 90 degrees that day. The winter brings period. complete. University. Plans for a new pool have similar discomfort, with students often Tours are offered every Monday, Next was the Cedar Road science drawn criticism, as a pool is outside wearing coats and gloves to class. Steam Tuesday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. and wing, built in 1959, which includes sci- state criteria for a multi-use space. Part traps for aging boilers must be changed Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., until Election at least every two years, costing nearly Day. Contact Joy Henderson at j_hen- $100,000 districtwide. [email protected] to schedule a tour. Larger, renovated classrooms in Tommy’s is a local independently the Legacy New Tech School approach Patti Carlyle is a member of the Future- owned Cleveland Historical landmark and award winning family Restaurant modern standards, but there are no Heights Board of Directors. She lives in Quality Painting. That’s All We Do! celebrating our 40th year anniversary. sprinklers. The automotive technology University Heights. We cater to all dietary walks of life. Stop in and see why we have become Cleveland Heights’ housepainter so many family’s favorite place to dine. for over 35 Years! Come on over, we’re open! Sun—Thurs: 9am —9pm Interior • Exterior Fri: 9am —10pm, Sat: 7:30am —10pm Laptops for learning at Heights High

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Cleveland Heights-University Programs at Heights Libraries Heights Public Library Board focus on Islamic culture Sheryl Banks Quarterly SciFi/Fantasy Book Discussion: meeting highlights The Arabian Nights Earlier this year, the National Endow- Readers will discuss stories of harsh AUGUST 19, 2013 ment for the Humanities awarded the kings, demons, genies, beautiful brides, Cleveland Heights-University Heights thieves, and fantastic creatures in this Board members Jeffrey Eummer, Rob Fischer weekend in November. The group’s annual Public Library the Muslim Journeys classic collection of fables, fairy tales and James Posch were absent. meeting will be Oct. 20. Assisted by the ship- Bookshelf—a collection of books, films, and exotic adventures. ping area staff, Friends sent out 50 boxes of and other resources designed to intro- Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., Cleveland Museum New appointments donated books to Better World Books. duce the American public to the com- of Art Julia V. Murphy was appointed full-time mar- plex history and rich culture of Muslims The Splendor of Islamic Art keting assistant. She has been an administra- Public service report in the United States and throughout the This special installment of the library’s tive assistant and volunteer coordinator for the Among the highlights included in the July world. The materials are available at all Art Study Group will feature a docent- North Union Farmers Market. public service report are: four Heights Libraries branches. led tour of the recently renovated Is- Lauren Saeger was appointed full-time • Associate L.P. Coladangelo organized Heights Libraries has also designed lamic Gallery at the Cleveland Museum youth services librarian. She has a master’s the Tanabata Celebration, a month-long a special series of fall programs celebrat- of Art. Registration is required at www. degree in library and information science and a series of programs focusing on Japanese ing the collection, called Bridging Cul- heightslibrary.org. master’s in music. She has been with the library culture. The five programs attracted 184 tures: Muslim Journeys. Sam Lapides, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m., Cleveland State as a youth services associate since October people, and included a presentation on Heights Libraries special projects University, Woodling Gym (1983 2012. She will present story times and become the Japanese Star Festival of Tanabata; a coordinator, said, “These programs East 24th Street) involved in school-age program planning. performance of classical and folk dances; give our community the opportunity Walk Through the Islamic World an outdoor drum group performance at the to learn about different aspects of the An interactive map walk, hosted by Dr. CLEVNET expands Coventry P.E.A.C.E. Arch; a demonstration Muslim experience and culture, includ- Stephen Cory of CSU, will highlight Nancy Levin, director, reported that six new of Kendo, the art of Japanese fencing; ing literature, poetry, history, and art.” the Middle East, Mediterranean region, libraries have joined CLEVNET, the system that and an introduction to the game of Go Oct. 14 at 6 p.m., University Africa, and Asia from an Islamic per- includes Heights Libraries. The network now by the Cleveland Go Club. In addition, a Heights Library spective. Registration required at www. comprises 44 libraries in 12 counties across Japanese study group met at the Coventry Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World heightslibrary.org. Northeast Ohio, serving more than a million Village Library. This 90-minute film takes audiences Nov. 11 at 7 p.m., University Heights library cardholders. A 2009 study of the ef- • Local author Tricia Springstubb gave a across nine countries and more than Library ficiencies of the system showed a collective dramatic reading of her latest book, Phoebe 1,400 years of history, exploring the Prince among Slaves: The Cultural Legacy cost savings of more than $30 million because and Digger, to the Story Stop Crowd on richness of Islamic art. of Enslaved Africans the libraries could share cataloging services, July 26. Oct. 21 at 6 p.m., University This documentary film tells the story administration, computer equipment and pro- • As of Aug. 4, the BookBike has served Heights Library of Abdul Rahman, a West African man fessional support. This savings translates into more than 1,100 community members in Islamic Art Spots enslaved in Mississippi in 1788, who an average six-dollar return for every dollar 19 different outings. An introduction to Islamic art and claimed to be an African prince. invested by CLEVNET libraries. • The “Bridging Cultures” bookshelf, a col- architecture in seven illustrated video CLEVNET plans to have the largest e-book lection of books and DVDs provided by essays. Sheryl Banks is the marketing and com- collection in the United States. Levin serves the Muslim Journeys grant, arrived in July Nov. 5 at 7 p.m., Noble Neighbor- munity relations manager for the Cleveland on the director’s panel, representing the east and is displayed on the fireplace mantel at hood Library Heights-University Heights Public Library. side of the CLEVNET area. She asks those with the University Heights Library. The Ameri- ideas or concerns to share them with her. can Library Association and the National Endowment for the Humanities supported ACA and education online resources this grant. The State Library of Ohio has created an • A number of library staff planned the End of Affordable Care Act (ACA) Web page for Summer Reading Party where 207 children, libraries (http://library.ohio.gov/aca) and will and their families, enjoyed crafts, snacks, continue to develop the site as more informa- henna tattoos, face painting, games and a tion becomes available. Flower Clown. Ohio public librarians now have access to a new Web resource covering the many LWV Observer: Anne S. McFarland. changes to Ohio’s pre-K–12 education system. Information can be found at http:// ohreadytoread.org/student_learning.html. Look for earlier and often expanded postings of meeting summaries online at www.heightsobserver.org. Friends of the Library The next Mega Book Sale will be held the first See disclaimer on page 9.

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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 22 www.heightsobserver.org heights libraries Library Friends announce busy autumn season Louisa Oliver shopping, and support the Friends at the same time, by visiting Barnes & Friends of Heights Libraries is preparing Noble at Eton on Chagrin Boulevard for a busy fall season, and invites you to between Nov. 9 and 15. Mention Friends participate. of Heights Libraries, and 10 percent of Hear Laura Taxel, co-author of your purchase will be donated to the or- Cleveland’s West Side Market: 100 Years & ganization. Purchases of books, games, Still Cooking, at the Friends annual meet- accessories, and in-store café items, as ing on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. Taxel’s well as online purchases, will benefit the entertaining narrative includes stories Friends. gathered from those who worked at Friends of Heights Libraries com- the market. Vintage and contemporary prise enthusiastic supporters of the pro- photographs provide a vivid and visual grams and staff of the Cleveland Heights- portrait of this Cleveland landmark. University Heights Public Library. They The book—a great holiday gift—will enable the library to offer programs for be available for sale and signing at the which public money may not be used, courtesy ch-uh public library courtesy annual meeting. such as summer’s hugely popular Book Youth Services Associate Mary Susan Delagrange welcomes children to story time. The Friends fall Mega Book Sale Bike. Purchased entirely with money kicks off on Friday, Nov. 1. On Friday and raised by the Friends, the Book Bike Library story time at new times Saturday, fill a grocery bag for only $5. A distributed used books to more than huge selection of books, in all catego- 1,000 people at street festivals, nursing and some with a musical twist ries, will be displayed and continually homes and community events. Become a replenished. In addition, Vixseboxse member of the Friends. For more infor- Julia Murphy gram called Kids in Harmony at the Lee Gallery is offering prints for only $5 mation, go to http://friendsofheightslibrary. Road Library, at 10:30 a.m. each, along with special finds at bargain onefireplace.com. Despite being eight months pregnant, The program will emphasize music- prices. Items that remain on Sunday, Mary Susan Delagrange, youth services related activities and incorporate music Nov. 3, will be available for only $3 a bag. Louisa Oliver, a longtime Cleveland Heights associate, navigates the Little Door of into the stories that are read. Mark your calendar for this event—you resident, is president of Friends of Heights the Lee Road Library children’s story The goal is to help children un- won’t want to miss it. Libraries and former director of Heights time room. She then leads the chil- derstand the concept of a consistent You can get a jump on your holiday Parent Center. dren in an enthusiastic welcome song. rhythm and to practice pitch matching. Clapping, squealing, laughing and even Rather than learning to read a musi- shushing are contagious here. Young cal score and then translate it into musi- bodies inch closer to her knees as she cal notes, this method uses listening and reads. repeating, which is how children learn This is Story Stop, an interactive to speak. story time that encourages early literacy, “We don’t learn to read and then now with new times to better fit the talk, so it doesn’t make sense to teach needs of the community. The Story Stop music that way either,” Saeger said. Kids schedule is: in Harmony will welcome preschoolers, • Lee Road Library toddlers and even babies. Mondays: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., Heights Libraries is increasing its Tuesdays: 11 a.m. focus on story time for young children. ST. 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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 23 www.heightsobserver.org heights arts Heights Arts presents Close Encounters, chamber music as it’s meant to be heard Rachel Bernstein audiences. On the program is a pair of mous Last Works, Sunday, April Franz Schubert wrote one of his great- masterpieces tracing a thread of music 13, 3 p.m. est masterpieces for the arpeggione, a Heights Arts presents its eighth season history. Mendelssohn’s quartet, Opus 13, Shortly before his death, Beethoven strange guitar-cello hybrid. Had he of Close Encounters chamber music written by the boy composer in 1827, was composed six string quartets, complex known how beautiful it would sound on concerts performed by world-class mu- deeply influenced by Beethoven’s Opus masterpieces that are rarely heard due to a cello (as it is played here), he would sicians who live right here in Northeast 132, completed in 1825 at the end of the the extreme demands on the perform- surely have changed his mind. Ohio and Cleveland Heights. composer’s life. ers. In these revolutionary late quartets, Johannes Brahms expressed his Isabel Trautwein, Cleveland Or- This pairing embodies fascinating a deaf and dying Beethoven sneers at feelings of love and unencumbered joy chestra violinist and Close Encounters connections between the old master traditional musical forms by breaking so freely in his Violin Sonata in G Major artistic director, collaborates with her and the extraordinary young talent. all their rules, paving the way for the that you’ll want to weep tears of joy. colleagues and other professional mu- Omni will perform in a downtown loft, modern era. Finally, there is Mendelssohn, who, sicians to perform programs of their an ultra-modern space with panoramic The Amici Quartet comprises four in his typical rush of passion and virtuos- choice in unique venues. views of downtown and Lake Erie, near accomplished members of the Cleve- ity, composed his tempestuous Trio in C The new season continues Heights Public Square. (Fully elevator acces- land Orchestra who have performed Minor. Arts’ tradition of providing excellent sible.) together for more than 25 years. They The performers here are all best chamber music to the public. Many will bring to life the monumental and friends: Tanya Ell and Isabel Trautwein music fans have enjoyed hearing most of Mary Lynch: Strings Attached, serious Opus 131 String Quartet in C- from the Cleveland Orchestra and Patti these musicians for years at Cleveland Sunday, Feb. 9, 3 p.m. sharp Minor and the nearly cheerful Wolf, a Juilliard- and Yale-trained concert Orchestra concerts; hearing them up Meet Mary Lynch, the young new Opus 135 in F Major, the last quartet he pianist from St. Louis. close and personal, only feet away from second oboe chair in the Cleveland composed. Muss es sein? Yes, you must! the audience, is a completely different Orchestra. Trained at Juilliard and Rachel Bernstein, executive director of and intimate experience. selected to perform at the presti- Trio TaPASi: In Twos and Threes, Heights Arts, is a cellist herself. She is excited The series begins on Oct. 27; venues gious Marlboro Music Festival, Lynch Sunday, June 1, 3 p.m. to be involved with this unique series. to be announced. Reserve tickets at 216- has chosen an eclectic chamber mu- 371-3457 or www.heightsarts.org. sic program for oboe and strings, including a rarely heard lyrical oboe Omni in the Clouds, Sunday, Oct. quintet by William Bolcom, one of Showtime at Heights High 27, 3 p.m. America’s contemporary master com- Angee Shaker The Omni String Quartet (accom- posers. plished young stars of the Cleveland This year’s Heights High musical will Orchestra), always sells out and amazes Amici Quartet: Beethoven’s Fa- be “Hello, Dolly!,” a “walking historical documentation of life in America,” according to Craig McGaughey, vocal music director. “This musical is art imitating life,” McGaughey said. “It’s set in New York City around 1900. It has a little bit of everything in it. It will be fun for the students to perform and very entertaining for the community.” Performances will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30; Friday, Nov. 1; and Saturday, Nov. 2, all at 7:30 p.m.; and on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m. The cast includes students from the high school, as well as middle and or they will be resold. Tickets will be elementary schools. Tickets, priced available in the main office of Heights from $6 to $12, can be purchased from High starting on Oct. 7. all students cast in the show and can also be ordered at the “Hello, Dolly!” Angee Shaker is the director of communica- voicemail number: 216-320-3105. Tickets tions for the Cleveland Heights-University must be picked up by 3 p.m. on Oct. 25 Heights City School District.

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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 24 www.heightsobserver.org heights arts Art Spot exhibition features fresh energy, ideas from CIA students

Ann McGuire Wine Spot at 2271 Lee Road. Almost two years ago, co-owners Susan and Adam Don’t expect classical still-life paintings Fleischer, in collaboration with White, in the current exhibition at Art Spot, established the space as an off-campus but do expect fresh energy and new venue for quarterly exhibitions of stu- perspectives from the five Cleveland dent work. Institute of Art (CIA) students featured. “I get a kick out of working with the Titled “FIVE – 2013,” the show students. I think they bring a lot of en- runs through Nov. 8 and features new ergy to the space,” said Adam Fleischer. artworks by 2013 CIA graduates Lindsay “We put very few limitations on what Matthews and Mathew Henry Grady, they can do and it seems like they enjoy senior Connor Elder, and juniors Jack having this place to hang their work.” Sherry and Jack Subsinsky. The Wine Spot opened in the for- “It’s a good show; it’s not thematic mer Seitz-Agin Hardware store—which but it’s fairly cohesive and I think the closed in 2011 after 56 years in Cleveland jurors had a lot to do with that,” said Heights—and Art Spot has been part of Tommy White, assistant professor and the wine and craft beer store from the chair of CIA’s painting department. beginning. “The palette and the tactile nature of The collaboration gives young art- the materials are cohesive.” ists expanded exposure for their work White coordinates outside jurors and boosts foot traffic for the owners. for the quarterly CIA shows hosted Students receive 100 percent of the by Art Spot so that he doesn’t have proceeds of art sales, and their work to pick favorites from among his own sells regularly. students. For White and his faculty col- To jury this show, he recruited CIA leagues, the Art Spot collaboration is a graduates and adjunct faculty mem- valuable teaching tool. bers Kim Bissett and Tim Callaghan, “What is the healthiest thing is stu- along with D.J. Hellerman, director of dents are rejected [by jurors],” he said. 1point618 Gallery in Cleveland’s Gor- “They also learn how to professionally don Square Arts District. document their work and go through From 230 entries, the jurors chose the habits of presentation in order to Elder’s photographs, Subsinsky’s paint- become exhibiting artists. The formats ings, works in fiber by Grady and Sherry, of the Art Spot shows are very similar courtesy cleveland of art institute courtesy to a typical gallery setting; so in that and pieces that Matthews calls “relics of Shape Shifter by Jack Subsinsky is part of the “FIVE - 2013” exhibit, on view at the Art Spot at the Wine performance art.” Spot through Nov. 8. sense, students are getting prepared to Grady’s “i have everything that i learn how to exhibit their work.” could ever need” stands out. A three-di- boy jumping rope with a rainbow. larly impressed with the patience Elder mensional work in cardboard, graphite Elder refers to his photographs as has in getting his lighting just right. Ann McGuire is director of communications and mixed fibers, it resembles a horse- cinematic landscapes. White is particu- Art Spot is the gallery space in The for the Cleveland Institute of Art. The Most Beautiful Place to Learn Music in Cleveland

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Margi Haigh A founding member of Apollo’s Fire, Stewart teaches Baroque flute The internationally acclaimed Cleve- in Oberlin Conservatory’s historical land Heights-based Apollo’s Fire (AF) performance department. She is an opens its season Oct. 11 with a program avid proponent of Irish music and plays of works written for the virtuoso orches- Irish flute in the Cleveland-based tras of the 18th century. band Turn the Corner. She has also Award-winning conductor Jean- performed with the Cleveland Or- nette Sorrell leads from the harpsichord, chestra, Oberlin Baroque Ensemble, as principal players take turns in the ARTEK, Cleveland Lyric Opera and spotlight. Cleveland Opera. The ensemble will perform Tele- Nagy frequently performs with mann’s Allegro from Concerto in D for Baroque ensembles in San Francisco, Two Flutes, Violin and Cello; J.S. 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Four of AF’s leading vio- Fairmount Blvd.) on Friday, Oct. 11, and CityMusic Cleveland, with its newly ap- Dorman’s music has attracted the most linists square off for the fiery Concerto Saturday, Oct. 12, both at 8 p.m. pointed music director Avner Dorman, famed ensembles in the world, includ- for Four Violins by Vivaldi. A pre-concert talk, one hour before will present its 10th season opening, the ing the New York Philharmonic, the Colpron’s capacities for artistic and each performance, will be given by guest Mozart Violin Concerto Tour, featuring Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Israel interpretative innovation have been artist Francis Colpron. one of the world’s foremost violinists, Philharmonic, and the San Francisco acclaimed by the public, critics and Concert tickets start at $21. Stu- Rachel Barton Pine. 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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 26 www.heightsobserver.org communityheights a rtsnews Jim Wadsworth: the man behind the music at Nighttown James Henke gramming has evolved. “We started out with more traditional jazz,” Wadsworth Nighttown, the restaurant located at said. “Jazz crosses over into so many the top of Cedar Hill in the Cedar different categories, and we now pres- Fairmount Business District, is as well- ent five or six shows a week. So we have known for the music it presents as it is more slots to fill, and we present folk for its fine food. DownBeat magazine, music, international music, cabaret and which covers jazz and blues, consistently even classical music. Nighttown is a com- ranks it among the top jazz clubs in the munity center, and people are there for a country, and in 2007 the restaurant won variety of different reasons.” a Cleveland Arts Prize for its shows. Future shows at Nighttown include The person behind the music that appearances by the Hot Club of Detroit, Nighttown presents is Jim Wadsworth, who will be there with French singer Cy- a Cleveland Heights resident who runs rille Aimee, on Oct. 11; Italian guitarist Jim Wadsworth Productions. Beppe Gambetta, who will be perform- Wadsworth has been booking the ing on Oct. 16; and Tommy Tune, the shows at Nighttown since June 1999. Broadway singer, tap dancer and win- Born in Kansas City, Mo., he was the ner of nine Tony Awards, who will be youngest of seven children, and he orfus at Nighttown on Dec. 4 and 5. “We try started getting into music during the to be responsive to the community and 1960s. “My sisters would be playing O . N R andy give them what they want,” Wadsworth Beatles’ records in their rooms, and I Jim Wadsworth in the music room at Nighttown. said. “And we also like to be an avenue began taking it all in,” he said. Wad- of musical discovery for the people.” sworth played harmonica, piano, guitar Wilbert’s on Huron Street and then to McCoy Tyner, the Count Basie Orches- and percussion instruments, and he sang the Diamondback Brewery on Prospect tra, Hugh Masekela and Chucho Valdés. James Henke, a Cleveland Heights resident, in his school choir. When he was 16, his Avenue. Finally, in 1999, he hooked up “There have been at least 100 shows was a writer and editor at Rolling Stone parents sent him to a boarding school with Nighttown, and the rest is history. that would be at the top of my list,” he magazine for 15 years. He is also the author in Danville, Calif. While he was there, His favorite Nighttown shows said. of several books, including biographies of Jim his family moved to Cleveland. After include appearances by Ahmad Jamal, Over the years, Nighttown’s pro- Morrison, John Lennon and Bob Marley. leaving the boarding school, he enrolled in Kent State University, where he got a degree in general studies, focusing on Cleveland Chamber Music Society launches 64th season history, philosophy, sociology and political science. David Richardson Auditorium. After graduating from Kent, Wad- CCMS’s concerts are affordable: tickets or subscriptions, visit www.cleve- sworth got a job with the Greater Cleve- To hear renowned artists in one of general admission is $30 ($28 for se- landchambermusic.org or call 216-291-2777. land Growth Association’s Council of Cleveland’s finest musical spaces, make niors), and only $5 for students. A com- Ask about Ride Share assistance if you Smaller Enterprises (COSE). “I was your way to Plymouth Church off Shak- plete subscription ($150) includes a free need transportation. selling Blue Cross medical insurance er Square during the 2013–14 season. guest ticket plus admission to the Young plans, and I made sales calls all over The Cleveland Chamber Music So- Artists Showcase in May 2014. All new David Richardson is a trustee and commu- Cleveland,” he said. “I really got to ciety (CCMS) is offering eight concerts subscribers enjoy a 20-percent discount. nications chair of the Cleveland Chamber know the area.” A year or so later, he by some of the world’s best known musi- For more information or to order Music Society. joined the Northeast Ohio Jazz Society, cians and some exciting new perform- and became an active volunteer for the ers. Programs are richly diverse, includ- organization, taking tickets at concerts ing vocal, piano, and guitar ensembles and picking artists up at the airport. as well as traditional string quartets. Best happy He then started doing some public rela- The acoustics at Plymouth Church are tions work for Peabody’s DownUnder, bright, warm and among the best in hour in the the club that was located on Old River Cleveland for live music. Road in the Flats. Then, in August 1990, The Cleveland Classical Guitar Heights he booked his first show for the club, an Society co-sponsors a dynamic col- appearance by guitarist Hiram Bullock. laboration in October between the Mon thru Sat/ 4-9 p.m. From that point on, Wadsworth began Cuarteto Casals and Manuel Barrueco. to focus on music. The Cleveland Institute of Music col- In 1991, he started booking shows laborates with CCMS in December to $5 cocktails & martinis at Rhythms jazz club in Playhouse present the Daedalus Quartet. Square. “There was a restaurant there A special attraction in March is the $5 wines called Getty’s, and they added this complete Bartók quartets performed $6 appetizers new room so they could present music. on two successive evenings by the Suddenly I had a venue of my own,” he renowned Takács Quartet from Hun- $2.50 domestic beers said. Rhythms was sold in 1994, and gary. Another not-to-be-missed event At Cedar & Fairmount in Wadsworth went back to booking shows is the imaginative artistry of “eighth $3.50 imports Cleve. Hts. 216-421-3333 www.madgreekcleveland.com at Peabody’s. He then moved on to blackbird” in April, at CSU’s Waetjen L CAL For All Your Business and Personal Insurance Needs

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Heights Observer October 1, 2013 27 www.heightsobserver.org heights business Diamond’s Flowers: a Coventry fixture since 1934

James Henke

As its second-oldest store, Diamond’s Flowers is a fixture on Coventry Road. Located at 1840 Coventry, it has been in the same location since 1934—longer than any store on the street. Joe and Mary Diamond owned Dia- mond’s until 1969, when they sold it to Max Feris and his wife, Thelma Woods. The current owner is Roseana Bass, who lives in Richmond Heights. While attending Regina High School in South Euclid, her guidance counselor suggested that she become a florist. “I said, ‘Are you out of your mind?’” Bass recalled. After high school, Bass attended Cleveland State Univer- sity, and then started working at Dia- mond’s in 1985. Much to her surprise, Bass enjoyed working as a florist. After a broken hip forced Feris to retire, Bass purchased the store and has operated it ever since with help from her husband, Jim. james henke The store’s specialty is preparing Roseana Bass, owner of Diamond’s Flowers. wedding and funeral arrangements, among other services. “We are now in Western Reserve University students, it still retains much of its original look, a situation where a couple of decades Diamond’s Flowers especially for fraternity and sorority including the original flower storage ago we did someone’s wedding, and 216-321-4420 parties. coolers. After many decades of opera- now we are doing their children’s wed- 1840 Coventry Road, Cleveland Heights Bass buys all of her flowers in Cleve- tion, the business is still going strong. “I dings,” Bass said. “We have many regular Mon. 10 a.m to 5 p.m. land. She makes daily trips to Allied have seen lots of changes on Coventry, customers who have been coming here Tues. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Florist, a wholesale florist on Carnegie but I still love it here,” said Bass. for more than 30 years and now their Wed.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Avenue. “I go downtown every day and Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. children are also customers.” pick up flowers,” she said. “Then I bring James Henke, a Cleveland Heights resident, www.diamondsflowers.com Bass said that weekends tend to be them back here to Coventry.” was a writer and editor at Rolling Stone busy, with people going out on dates When Bass bought the store, it took magazine for 15 years. He is also the author and celebrating. Valentine’s Day is a around Valentine’s Day,” Bass said. She up two storefronts on Coventry. She of several books, including biographies of Jim busy holiday. “The line goes out the door also gets a lot of business from Case downsized to one storefront in 1995, but Morrison, John Lennon and Bob Marley. Free Warranty For Life With Every New Car Purchase*

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