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Volume 11 • Issue 7 July 2019 St. Jeromes Ohio First Lady Fran Dewine Visits Cleveland Public Library Collinwood Branch
2015 Clambake, Left to Right Fr. FrancesWalsh - Administator, Deacon Peter Travalik, Fr, Bill Jerse - Pastor by William McCulloch by Cleveland. St. Joseph Church was Col- Collinwood’s St Jeromes Church, named linwood’s initial Catholic Church in 1877 for scholar Jerome (347-420), marks their to serve the famiies of the recently built by Caroline Peak the children and mingled with guest in- centennial this month. Jerome, whose railyard, whose first Mass was December On Thursday, June 27th, Ohio’s First Lady, cluding CPL Executive Director & CEO, knowledge of Greek and Hebrew, translated 25th. With this growth and the church’s Fran DeWine visited the Collinwood Felton Thomas. Jr.; CPL Board of Trustees the bible into Latin producing the Vulgate, limited seating capacity, the parish needed Branch of Cleveland Public Library (CPL) members Maritza Rodriguez, Thomas D. which stood as the Catholic Church’s stan- to hold 4 Masses on Sundays. Also at this as part of a visit to Cleveland to tour the Corrigan, and John M. Hairston, Jr.; Coun- dard version till 1979. He was also know for time Collinwood received a great influx of Greater Cleveland Food Bank and the li- cilman Michael Polensek; Jessica Morgan, his teachings on Christian moral life. Solvenians and Italians, which St Joseph’s brary. Mrs. DeWine shared lunch with VP of Agency Programs and Services and In Emery Brandich’s 1989 “A History of clergy were unable to hear their confession neighborhood children as part of the free Diana Davet, Director of Programs of the St. Joseph’s Church (Collinwood)”, he gives in their native language, resulting in the summer feeding lunch program sponsored Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Collinwood the background on the growth of Collin- creation of St Mary’s and Holy Redeemer in partnership the Greater Cleveland Food Branch Manager Caroline J Peak, gave a wood population between 1900 of 3000 parishs. Bank. An advocate for healthy eating, brief tour of the branch to talk about ser- people to 9000 in 1910 when it was annexed ( continued on page 10 ) Mrs. DeWine wanted to know what foods vices provided to the community with a the kids liked and the ones they did not concentration on the literacy initiatives prefer. In addition, she passed out bags of featuring “Making a Literacy Connection” Cleveland Plogs Lakeshore Boulevard! fresh fruits for the children to take home via the branch Literacy Corner and Literacy The First Lady of Ohio took pictures with Monday activities. Collinwood Connects: Neighborhood Family Feud Team Applications
compete on 4 exciting nights this fall begin- ning September 2019 for a chance to win a micro-grant for a project that makes a positive impact on the community. Ploggers and doggos strike a pose after plogging East 152nd in May! Participants by Stephen Love will cover the Lakeshore Blvd business dis- must live and projects Join Cleveland Plogs every last Wednesday trict along with several surrounding streets. must take place in of the month through October for a neigh- Best part of all, you don’t have to run mara- Greater Collinwood by Carly Lovely borhood plogging cleanup! thons to Plogg! This will be slow paced run (Collinwood, Not- Collinwood Connects: Neighborhood Fam- Last month, we hit up the Waterloo Arts - just under 2 miles - with plenty of stops tingham Village, Euclid Green and Glen- ily Feud Team Applications District just in time for the Waterloo Arts along the way - to pick up trash! ville-East). Applications are due Friday, Do you have a project that would make a Fest! Thanks to Collinwood Collective Please wear clothing you don’t mind August 16th at 12pm. positive impact in your neighborhood? Ap- volunteers, all the new plants looked great getting sweaty and a little dirty and please Collinwood Connects is possible thanks ply to participate in Collinwood Connects and our ploggers hit up Waterloo and surr- wear closed toed shoes - preferably shoes to funding from Cleveland Neighborhood Neighborhood Family Feud Game for an rounding streets sprucing up by picking you don’t mind running in! Water and light Progress through their Neighborhood Solu- opportunity to win a grant to help make up hundreds of cigarettes, wrappers, bottle refreshments will be provided before we tions Award. your vision a reality! caps, receipts and more! head out. Requests for applications can be sent to: Collinwood Connects is now accepting For this month’s plogging, volunteers We’ll cross the finish line around 7pm Carly Lovely at clovely@greatercollinwood. team applications for its Neighborhood will meet outside Collinwood Rec Center back at Collinwood Rec Center and then org (subject line: Collinwood Connects Ap- Family Feud game nights. Teams of five will plication Request). (16300 Lakeshore Blvd). The Plogging route ( continued on page 5 ) Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 Page 3 July 2019 July 2019 COMMUNITY COMMUNITY
Councilman’s Corner COMMUNITY MEETINGS AUDITIONS: Silhouette Productions Silhouette Productions 4th Annual by Michael D. cept to remove the blight from the community. Polensek COLLINWOOD HOMEOWNERS MEETING and Shore Cultural Centre for Golf Outing 2019 Winners The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news I want to say again, that if there is an abandoned 1st Wednesday of the month by Charlotte Mirabile MENS TEAM Anthony Zunmo, Chris source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local As I wrote in the last structure that someone may be interested in, 7:00 PM “Anything Goes” St Mary Church Silhouette Productions would like to thank Osolin,Jerry Spuzzillo, Mike Umina business dedicated to the development of grass roots Observer about our please contact Peggy Kearsey at GCDC at (216) 15519 Holmes Avenue by Char- THING GOES! For full synopsis and char- all Volunteers, Donators, Hole Sponsors, WOMENS TEAM Carol Bellanti, Jackie media and increased connectedness of the citizens, crazy weather, what 383-9772. She might be able to assist in iden- civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in lotte Mira- acter list visithttps://tamswitmark.com/ Golfers, Entertainment, Briardale Greens Herriman, Jean Hemphill, Linda Elek more can I say? It tifying the current status of the property. The and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. MyCOM MEETING bile shows/anything-goes-beaumont-1987/ and their professional Staff for making this LONGEST DRIVE should be clear to all Cuyahoga County LandBank is another good 1st Thursday of the Month Open au- Produced by Charlotte Mirabile Directed event a success. Women: Cheryl Cuthbert THE COLLINWOOD OBSERVER of us that our weather source of information for abandoned proper- 5:30 PM patterns are changing ties and vacant lots. They can be reached at (216) Salvation Army Temple Corp ditions for by Laura Hart Musically Directed by Alex The afternoon started out with beautiful Men: Dan Schlosser PO BOX 17371 17625 Grovewood Avenue and with that comes 698-8853. In addition, the City of Cleveland Anything Ulle Choreography by Jen Justice When: weather, a picture perfect sky and finished PIN SHOT EUCLID, OH 44117 G o e s , Sunday July 21 from 12-3pm and Monday with light rain on the last hole. Women: Jackie Herriman a whole host of concerns and issues. The lake LandBank also has a large number of vacant lots EAST 185th STREET NEIGHBORHOOD Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. level has never been higher and it is affecting in their inventory and can be reached at (216) ASSOCIATION Beau- July 22 from 7-9:30pm No appointment Our group of 44 golfers participated in Men: Jerry Spuzzillo All rights reserved. Any reproduction is piers and abutments at our parks. In addition, 664-4126. Our goal is to save every structure 2nd Tuesday of the Month m o u n t necessary. Please be signed in by 8:30pm. an 18 hole scramble with Skins, Mulligans, 50/50: Jackie Herriman forbidden without written permission. the entire lakefront, including our community, that can be saved and to rid our neighborhood 6:00 PM 1987 Ver- Callbacks by invitation only: Tuesday July Skill Shots, and Putting Tournament. Bev- Putt Tournament: Mike D’Amico is experiencing severe shoreline erosion. Some of those which have become a symbol of decay Lithuanian Hall sion, at 23 from 7-9:30pm and Wednesday July 24 PUBLISHER 877 East 185th Street – next to Post Office erages were provided thoughout the day All in All everyone had a wonderful time. John Copic, [email protected] communities along the lakefront have com- and pose a threat to public health and safety. Silhouette from 7-9:30pm. Be prepared to move and along with a flowing Keg of beer in the We are looking forward to our 2020 Golf pletely lost their beaches. We are fortunate so far As has been reported in the media, the Cleve- DEMOCRATIC WARD CLUB Produc- sing. Where: Shore Cultural Centre 291 E. Stick’s Bar & Grill. Lunch was provided at Outing and your support of attendance ADVERTISING at Euclid Beach and Villa Angela, but all of us land Metropolitan School district has been re- 2nd Wednesday of the Month tions! Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter 222nd Street Euclid, OH 44123 What to the turn and a Barbeque Chicken and Ribs at our 2019 Production of “ANYTHING John Copic, 216.505.0185 (September to June) can see that we have lost at least 25 feet of open evaluating K-8 elementary schools for potential Original Book by P.G. Wodehouse & Guy prepare: Two 16-32 bar selections in the Buffet dinner with Entertainment by “The GOESl” this October 18,19,20,25,26 & 27 at beach at the two parks this year alone. At this closure and /or relocation. Two K-8 in Glenville 6:30 PM The views and opinions expressed in this Collinwood Slovenian Home Bolton and Howard Lindsay & Russel style of the show. A joke or short comedic Summit”. Shore Cultural Centre. point there are no quick fixes and this high water neighborhood are earmarked to be closed, one publication are those of each writer, and not 15810 Holmes Avenue Crouse New Book by Timothy Crouse & monologue. Please bring your own sheet Our Golf Teams consisted of Three Tickets will soon be on sale: Shore Cul- will be with us for some time. being Iowa-Maple, which concerns me and the those of the publisher, editor or any other entity. PRESIDENT: Councilman Polensek John Weidman The S. S. American is sail- music, there will be no a capella auditions. Speaking of the parks, our Friday Night, Eu- surround neighbors, greatly. We all know, un- Groups, All Men, All Women and Mixed tural Centre Website or call 216-219-3630 The Collinwood Observer is powered by: clid Beach Live Concerts, which run from 6:00 fortunately, the impact of vacant and abandoned FRIENDS OF COLLINWOOD RECREATION ing between New York and England with An accompanist will be provided. Please Men and Women. Thank you for all that you do to Support – 8:30 PM, are shaping up to be another great schools on the greater community. I will keep 2nd Thursday of the Month a comically colorful assemblage of passen- bring a headshot or be prepared to take a Winners: Silhouette Productions and Shore Cultural success. The weather has been perfect and we the community apprised as we move forward. 6:15 PM gers: Reno Sweeney, a popular nightclub photo at auditions. Production dates: Oc- FEMALE/MALE TEAM Tara Mirabile, Centre. Collinwood Recreation Center have had record crowds. The only problem we Come fall, CMSD will be holding community singer and former evangelist, her pal Billy tober 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 Read through Mike D’Amico,Chad Tomasik,Louis Slap- 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard have experienced is with the availability of park- meetings with regard to the status of the high Crocker, a lovelorn Wall Street broker who Sunday August 18 from 12-3pm Rehearsals micker
ing. Therefore, I want to point out that there is schools city-wide. I don’t have to tell anyone the 5th DISTRICT COMMUNITY RELATIONS has come aboard to try to win the favor of will begin Monday August 26th, and run To submit a story, go to www.collinwoodobserver. additional parking behind the Collinwood Rec- concerns I have about Collinwood and Glenville MEETING his beloved Hope Harcourt (who is engaged Monday-Thursday 7:00-9:30 PM. Dance com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on reation Center in the Humphreys Sports Com- high schools; for their enrollment figures have 3rd Wednesday of the month to another passenger, Sir Evelyn Oakleigh), rehearsals Sundays from 12-3pm There are Submit Story, and start writing. 6:00 PM plex; you can enter off of Grovewood Avenue dropped significantly over the years with each Cleveland Clinic Names New Collinwood Five Points Community Center and a second-rate conman named Moon- no AEA contracts for this production. ALL Next deadline: July 25, 2019 at East 164th Street. There are approximately school hovering around only 300 students. Col- East 152 Street except for: face Martin, aka “Public Enemy #13.” Song, ROLES ARE AVAILABLE. President of Euclid Hospital 200 additional spots there with a walkway lead- linwood High School, as we all know, was once May (Murtis Taylor), dance, and farcical antics ensue as Reno Questions? Contact the director at dra- ing up to the recreation center. Parking is also the largest high school in the State of Ohio. A July (St Clair Superior Dev Corp), You can mail your stories to the Collinwood and Moonface try to help Billy win the love [email protected] by Katrina Healy Management Department. She previously available at Wildwood Park. Please be aware lot has happened since then and I am, like most October (Cleveland Job Corps Annual Dinner), Observer office at 1591 E. 230 Street, of his life.It’s a wonder that all the romanc- Or call 216-219- 3630 Silhouette Produc- Cleveland Clinic served as director of Cleveland Clinic’s that CMHA has announced that anyone park- alumni, waiting to hear what CMSD’s plans are November (Glenville Rec Ctr.) Euclid, OH 44117 es are sorted out and disaster is averted tions, Charlotte announced Outpatient Pain Management Center and ing at the Beachcrest Apartments located at for these two, once-great institutions. Stay tuned EAST 156th STREET NEIGHBORHOOD the promo- as Quality Review Officer for the Depart- 16700/16800 Lakeshore Boulevard will be tick- as we move toward the fall. aboard the magical ship where ANY- ASSOCIATION tion of Teresa ment of Pain Management in the Anesthe- eted and/or towed. The same holds true at the Preliminary work with Dominion Energy / 3rd Thursday of the month Euclid Beach highrises at East 159 Street and East Ohio has begun on the East 185th Street / 6:00 PM E. Dews, M.D., siology Institute. Additionally, Dr. Dews Lakeshore Boulevard. I guess having parking is- Marcella Road storm sewer project. Some gas Collinwood Recreation Center as president of has been involved in medical student and 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard Discount Programs Available to sues is a good problem to have. It is so nice to see lines have to be relocated along the roadway pri- Cleveland Clinic physician education and is a clinical as- Euclid Hospital, sociate professor of anesthesiology in the The Magic of so many of our residents coming to enjoy these or to the implementation of the sewer line. With EAST 140TH STREET NEIGHBORHOOD Cleveland Water Customers concerts which run through August 2nd. Don’t this extremely wet weather we have experienced, ASSOCIATION beginning July CWRU Cleveland Clinic Lerner College forget that the restaurant at Wildwood is now it is more important than ever before that we 4TH Wednesday of the Month To enroll in the Homestead Discount 15. of Medicine. She has been recognized as Advertising open along with the concession stand at Euclid get this project finished along with other proj- (March to November) Program, customers must complete and Euclid Hospital is a 371-bed hospital one of Northern Ohio Live’s “Top Doc- 6:00 PM Beach. Thanks, once again, to our partners at ects being contemplated for the area to address submit an application. To download a ap- offering a complete continuum of care tors,” selected as a member of Kaleidoscope Collinwood Five Points Community Center MetroParks for helping to put our lakefront back basement flooding. Please drive carefully in the plication, visit our website at www.cleve- Gets You East 152 Street including one of the region’s leading out- magazine’s “Forty Club” and inducted into on the map. construction zone area. landwater.com and look under water rates. patient rehabilitation and orthopaedic cen- Cleveland Heights High School’s Alumni As I reported previously, on Friday, May 8th, Talking about wet weather, the City’s Division CLEVELAND CITY COUNCIL You can also call 216-664-3130 to have one ters. Other specialties include emergency Hall of Fame. Business the development project of the historic former of Park Maintenance and the grass cutting pro- Monday night at 7:00 PM sent to you. Completed applications should services, neuro-rehabilitation, cardiology, Dr. Dews is active in professional orga- Henry W. Longfellow Elementary School on gram city-wide, for abandoned an vacant prop- Please note – this is a public and an open be mailed to: Division of Water, Homestead geriatric assessment and additional inpa- nizations including the American Society East 140th Street at Darley Avenue, was awarded erties has been backed –up severely, due to the meeting but does not take public commentary Unit, P.O. Box 94687, Cleveland, Ohio tient and outpatient care. of Anesthesiologists, American Society of historic tax credit funding from the State of rain. If there is a vacant property on your street Any questions about these meetings 44101-4687 Advertise Ohio. We still have a few more hurdles to jump with high grass please call the Mayor’s Action “Teresa is an accomplished leader and Regional Anesthesia, the World Institute please feel free to call Once enrolled, your program eligibility over before we finish the design work and begin Line at (216) 664-2900. Right now there is an Mary Louise Jesek Daley, medical practitioner. We are fortunate to of Pain and the Ohio Society of Anesthesi- period is good for 3 years, after which a re- Here to see this project become a reality but we are eight-week rotation for grass cutting city-wide Councilman Polensek’s office, (216) 664-4236 by John Goersmeyer have her experience and knowledge lead- ologists. She has published on several top- newal application is required. moving forward. This project is personal to me, due to the sheer number of properties which the At Cleveland Water, we work hard to pro- ing Euclid Hospital and working with our ics including medication management for for my grandparents lived on Darley as I did for city is now having to cut. This has become a ma- vide safe, quality drinking water at a fair team. It is a privilege to serve and con- chronic pain. Water Affordability Program a short time as a child. I don’t have to tell anyone jor problem as we try to address the appearance well. I myself, believe that it is not a good move and reasonable rate. We know that’s not tinue our strong investment in the health Dr. Dews is a graduate of the University 216.505.0185 what impact these abandoned structures have on of our communities city-wide. The Administra- The Water Affordability Program admin- on their part. Regardless, at this point we are always enough though. of the Euclid community,” said Edmund of Toledo and Case Western Reserve Uni- our community. We are working diligently with tion has to come up with a better game plan in istered by CHN Housing Partners offers a trying to work with them on the appearance of We also offer two assistance programs to Sabanegh, M.D., President, Main Campus versity School of Medicine. She completed the Greater Collinwood Dev. Corp. (GCDC) to dealing with abandoned properties the cutting 40% discount on water charges. To qualify, the new store and what will happen with their assist income-eligible customers with the and Regional Hospital System. her residency in anesthesiology and a pain save those structures with “good bones” and put of grass at other city owned property. It is clear current location. I will keep the community in- customers must: cost of their water bills. “As a native Clevelander and member of management fellowship at Cleveland Clin- them back into productive use. In Ward 8, we to me that we need more crews and more equip- formed as we move forward. • Own and live at the applying service ad- the Euclid Hospital staff for more than 10 ic before joining the staff in 1993. take a surgical approach to removing abandoned ment to deal with this growing problem. I look forward to seeing everyone at all the dress; and America is a Homestead Program years, I’m excited for this opportunity to Dr. Dews and her husband currently re- structures; whether it be a building or a home. I As I have reported at neighborhood meetings, summer events. Be alert and stay safe. As always, • Have a total household income at or below Our Homestead Program offers a lower build on the success of the hospital to meet side in Bratenahl. tune. myself hate to see properties come down but I Walgreens has notified us that they are closing I may be reached at my office via email at mpo- current income guidelines. fixed charge and consumption rate. For an the growing needs of the community,” said She succeeds Dan Napierkowski, M.D., know that at some point we have no other choice the store at 15609 Lakeshore Boulevard and [email protected] or by phone at CHN Housing Partners also offers a due to their deteriorated and hazard condition relocating across the street at 16100 Lakeshore average customer, this amounts to a 50% Teresa Dews, M.D. who served as president of Euclid Hospital It must be sung (216) 664-4236. variety of services and programs to help which poses a threat to surrounding neighbors Boulevard, the former Popeye’s. This will be a discount. To qualify, customers must meet Before being named president of Euclid since May 2015. Dr. Napierkowski is also lower utility-related costs, assists residents together. and/or businesses. Just recently, the derelict small retail store and pharmacy. This is a result Sincerely, the following criteria: Hospital, Dr. Dews held several leadership president of Cleveland Clinic Marymount in paying past due utility bills, establish apartment building at 316 East 156 Street was of changing shopping habits, more people shop- Michael D. Polensek • Be 65 years or older, or totally and perma- positions including Chief Medical Offi- Hospital and will continue in that role. Gerald Stanley reasonable payment plans, and avoid ser- taken down. It sat vacant and vandalized since ping on line, and the fact that their retail sales nently disabled; cer at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital vice interruptions. For income guidelines, 2007. The owners refused to repair the property have dropped as a result of increased competi- • Own and live at the property; and and vice chair of Cleveland Clinic’s Pain Lee questions, or an application, visit chnhous- and the city eventually had no other choice ex- tion. 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Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Page 4 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 Page 5 July 2019 July 2019 COMMUNITY COMMUNITY Nan’s Notes Birding At Wildwood July 12, 10 – 11 Food at the Park bok choy and other cooking greens, masses and disaster is averted aboard the magical over-all high-quality show at composers, and this concert will include the This is all the work of Mittie Jordan, am. Wildwood Concessions are open 11am-7pm of salad greens, turnips (plus greens), ship where ANYTHING GOES! Waterloo Arts: “Blue Crown” by premiere of new works written especially who for 14 years owned Deuteronomy 8.3 The diverse habitat of Euclid Creek Reserva- daily. The menu features the usual snacks mushrooms, potatoes, zucchini and yellow For full synopsis and character list visit: Marcus Wiltsher – a large portrait for the occasion. (Plus – Anthony Taddeo is on E105, providing daily retail offerings tion is great for viewing birds both large and – French fries, onion rings, nachos – plus squash, garlic, a little spinach, and the usual https://tamswitmark.com/shows/anything- of an African-American woman one of my nicest neighbors.) of books, beverages, baked goods, soups, small. Search the creek, meadows and lake burgers, hot dogs . . . and Buffalo-fried butter, eggs, cheese, cookies and brownies, goes-beaumont-1987/ wearing a vivid blue turban, set Joining TMT Trio for this performance sandwiches (and the founder’s popular shore with Naturalist Jeff Riebe for water- cauliflower. Kids’menu for under-twelves. jams, pickles, ramp butter (!), all manner of When: Sunday July 21 from 12-3pm and against a blank background; the are Ohio natives Chris Coles on alto saxo- Amish recipe-based Fellowship Bread) fowl, raptors and more. Please bring binoc- Wildwood also has a Ship Store (7am-7pm gluten-free baking (my son-in-law swears Monday July 22 from 7-9:30pm No appoint- similar “Golden Crown” struck phone and Sam Blakeslee on trombone. along with book signings, exhibits, live mu- ulars, limited numbers available to borrow. daily during the season), where you can find by it) and a modicum of meat. And coffee. ment necessary. Please be signed in by 8pm. me, also. My other “I’d take that Both musicians have worked closely with sic, cultural celebrations, film screenings, Meet at Wildwood Shelter parking lot. live bait and tackle, snacks and drinks, and Also special events: on July 13, the market Callbacks by invitation only: Tuesday home!” was “Polyps” by Jonas Ja- the trio, and Sam (who now resides in New and extended spring and fall book discus- the highest quality non-ethanol marine fuel will welcome the Northeast Ohio Regional July 23 from 7-9:30pm and Wednesday July cob – a big assemblage of red, or- York) is featured on their album Star Bal- sion series, bringing college faculty from Summer Sprouts: The Beach July 15, as well as diesel. 216.481.5771. Cast Iron Enthusiasts Annual Gathering 24 from 7-9:30pm. Be prepared to move and ange, pink et cetera woven shapes lad. These five instrumentalists are equally throughout Ohio and beyond. D8:3 was 10:30 - 11:15 am. Euclid Beach Concessions are open Fri- (all day); Care-A-Van at 10 am, and the An- sing. by Nan Kennedy – a joyful creation. accomplished composers, and this concert also a setting for community meetings, and There’s so much to discover under the days 3 – 9 pm, Saturday & Sunday 12 pm nual BBQ Lunch Fundraiser at 11am. Where: Shore Cultural Centre 291 E. Walk All Over Waterloo July 5 will include the premiere of new works programmed and hosted seven restorative waters of our Great Lake! Join Naturalist - 8 pm, during the Euclid Beach LIVE con- The market is open year-round on Satur- 222nd Street Euclid, OH 44123 Room 241 Waterloo Makes Music: Tower Music Se- Framed Gallery written especially for the occasion. justice summits Natalie Schroder at Euclid Beach for some cert series. They also serve snacks, Hum- days, and on Wednesdays during the sea- What to prepare: Two 16-32 bar selec- ries 7 - 9 Tracy Bartels has an extraordinary collec- Deuteronomy was urban-renewed out fun in the sun and learn about the animals phrey’s Popcorn Balls and kisses, hot dogs son: 8 1m – 1 pm. 15000 Woodworth Rd. tions in the style of the show. A joke or short Thanks to Cleveland Rocks: Past, Present tion of work by African-American artists Praxis Classes of existence, and Mittie Jordan is now pur- that call this unique habitat home. Meet at and chicken fingers . . . and Honey Hut ice East Cleveland comedic monologue. Please bring your own and Future, Tower Music during WAOW from all over the country, and many will Intro to Weaving: July 11, 18, 25, Aug 1 suing social justice, and providing a little Euclid Beach parking lot. 3 - 5 years with cream. There’s a kids’ menu, too. sheet music, there will be no a capella au- will feature Erin Neal and The Chill Factors be on view during WAOW. The works – $240. Instructor: Trey Gehring. 6 – 9pm very attractive shopping, in Collinwood. adult. I’m impressed that the Metroparks sell AND IN EUCLID ditions. An accompanist will be provided. and The Crazy Marvin Blues Band. mostly figurative, with some scenes – are Starting over from scratch is never easy; beer and wine for on-site consumption. I Please bring a headshot or be prepared to Erin Neal and The Chill Factors are an priced for affordability, with some as low Interested in learning how to create your Mittie has also launched a GoFundMe site have a vivid memory of a Cleveland Heights take a photo at auditions. eclectic Cleveland based band formed in as $20, many from $100 to $500, and a few own cloth? Or do you already have a loom to provide the capital she needs to fit up a policeman in Cain Park ordering us to pour Productions dates: October 18, 19, 20, 25, 2015. Erin Nicole Neal & The Chill Fac- above $1000. They include works by well- at home but have no idea where to start? coffee shop to official standards; visit www. out our bottle of delicious Gewurtztra- 26, 27 tors, delve into Blues, Rock, Pop, Soul, Jazz, established artists: Atlanta -based Charly In Intro to Weaving you will learn how to gofundme.com/f/kumbaya-please if you’d miner. After that, we brought our wine on Read through Sunday August 18 from 12- Funk, R&B, Gospel and Reggae. The band Palmer, Houston artist Carolyn Crump, weave on floor looms, from yarn to cloth. like to help establish a neighborhood gath- soft-drink bottles. 3pm plays all over Northeast Ohio for private Evita Tezeno (also of Texas), Toronto artist By making a color-and-weave sampler scarf ering spot on Lakeshore Blvd. Rehearsals will being Monday August and public events. Covers include artists Michael Gibson, Hampton Olfus of South using simple woven structures, you will But first visit Ladybug, the little shop, 26th, and run Monday-Thursday 7:00-9:30 like Aretha Franklin, BB King, Janis Joplin, Carolina, and many others. become comfortable with all of the steps and talk to Mittie. You’ll most likely leave PM. Dance rehearsals Sundays from 12- Bob Marley, The Temptations, Bill Withers, On July 12, Stacy will present “Sensibili- in the weaving process - and you’ll have a with a treasure and a conviction. 3pm Bad Company, The Beatles, Michael Jack- ties Worth Experiencing,” work by Michael beautiful scarf. This class is designed with There are no AEA contracts for this pro- son and more! Gibson, who creates reality with a pencil. the beginner in mind and requires no prior Collinwood Splash at the Rec Center duction. ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE. Crazy Marvin is a living Cleveland Blues Opening reception and meet&greet with experience. It is also a great course for any- Thursday, July 25 Birds, Blooms & Butterflies July 17, 2 – 4 Questions? Contact the director at dra- Legend. “Crazy Marvin” Braxton, born May the artist 6 – 9 pm. Michael Gibson: “I try one who has learned to weave in the past, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Food, neighborhood pm AT THE MARKET [email protected] 30, 1943 in Cleveland Ohio had music put in to push the limits of realism in the graph- but needs a refresher. information and outdoor activities. Meet The banks of Euclid Creek are teeming with The market has cherries! Sweet cherries Nan’s Notes is published several times a his soul, as do so many of the greats, by his ite medium, simply imitating reality isn’t and greet with Councilman Polensek and life. Join Naturalist Natalie Schroder on a first, most likely sour cherries very soon. month. To be added to the mailing list, send mother and father who played the piano in my primary goal. In fact it’s not about how Commander Morris. Vendors welcome to trip upstream as we search for birds, blooms There is quite a selection of produce com- email address to [email protected]. church. He got started by blowing on a tuba, much detail you choose to put in a piece, it’s help showcase neighborhood services and and butterflies in the wetland, under the ing in ... finally. Both farmers and shoppers but quickly discovered a harmonica, won a what you choose to leave out, that is where organizations (No Food Vendors). Non- bridges and through the meadow. Meet at have been fretting over the delayed season Silhouette Auditions in July talent contest at the famed Leo’s Casino in the challenge begins”. profit organizations $15.00 / table. Vendors Wildwood entrance parking lot. – the lettuce is lovely, but where are the to- Open auditions for Anything Goes, at Sil- Cleveland, found himself on stage being $20.00 / table (forms available at the Rec matoes? Now we can have both, along with houette Productions. Music and Lyrics by introduced by Ray Charles at the Apollo Article Gallery Presents “Ursuline Invita- Center). Check or money order to be paid Cole Porter. Original Book by P.G. Wode- Theater in Harlem, … and has been making tional” with application, due Saturday, July 20. To house & Guy Bolton, and Howard Lindsay Target Your Business folks smile and dance ever since. Which involves five generations of family, benefit the Friends of Collinwood Recre- & Russel Crouse. New Book by Timothy Locally friends and faculty, 33 artists in all. The ation Committee. Call Kawana Little at Crouse & John Weidman. Produced by opening is 6-10 pm during WAOW, with an (216) 420-8323. Collinwood Rec- Charlotte Mirabile. Directed by Laura Hart. Advertise artists’ dialog scheduled for 8 pm. At BRICK Ceramic&Design reation Center, 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard Musically Directed by Alex Ulle. Choreog- Open studio hours - come make with us! raphy by Jen Justice Here Other Attractions Mondays 5-9 pm; Wednesdays and Satur- Walgreen’s Is Moving The S. S. American is sailing between Phone Gallery: Check out the new artist in days 12-4pm. The Walgreen’s store and pharmacy on the New York and England with a comically 216.505.0185 Phone Gallery for June + July 2019! Elea- BRICK offers a full working ceramics stu- north side of Lakeshore at E156 will close colorful assemblage of passengers: Reno nor’s colorful work “SALAD” relates fruits dio, fully equipped with kilns, wheels, glaze on October 31, and move across the road Deciding to Sweeney, a popular nightclub singer and and veggies to the human body. (Actually facilities, tables and so on. Experienced art- to the former Popeye’s, where it will focus former evangelist, her pal Billy Crocker, a a telephone call box and therefore easy to ists are welcome to work independently on on pharmacy services, plus basic health lovelorn Wall Street broker who has come miss: hunt it down attached to Russ’ Auto clay projects. $25 fee per session includes 3 and beauty aids, rather than miscellaneous go to college aboard to try to win the favor of his beloved Care, 1302 Waterloo, on the south side of lbs of clay and initial bisque firing. Addi- retail – which seems to have been taken Hope Harcourt (who is engaged to another the street between Calcutta and Shiloh.) tional clay $1/lb. Second visit to open studio over by dollar stores. This model change, can be hard. passenger, Sir Evelyn Oakleigh), and a sec- is $25 and includes glaze materials and fir- they say, is happening across the country; ond-rate conman named Moonface Martin, StarPOP Vintage + Modern, next door ing in cone 10 gas reduction kiln. BRICK besides the dollar stores, people do more aka “Public Enemy #13.” Song, dance, and Waterloo Arts Juried Exhibition 2019 at to Framed Gallery, has Dr Who figures. I also offers studio space to full members. shopping on line, and pharmaceutical re- farcical antics ensue as Reno and Moonface Waterloo Arts, Praxis and BRICK rather crave the one with the loonngg scarf. BRICK Ceramic + Design Studio, 420 imbursements have been dropping. Coun- try to help Billy win the love of his life.It’s a The show juried by artist Anthony Mas- E. 161st St. Open Studio Hours: Mondays cilman Polensek, unthrilled by this news, wonder that all the romances are sorted out tromatteo occupies three galleries on the 5-9pm, Wednesdays 12-4, Saturdays 12-4. is talking to Walgreen’s management about street: Praxis, Waterloo Arts and BRICK, smartening up the Popeye’s building and and runs until July 19. Local and national AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD parking, and to the building’s owner about artists contributed a large body of generally Ladybug by the Beach Summer Sale opportunities for reuse. If you want to com- high-quality work in several mediums, in- Shady hats, summery bags, pretty seasonal ment, he can be reached at (216) 664-4236 Cleveland Plogs Lakeshore Boulevard! cluding ceramic and fiber. AT PRAXIS outfits – Mittie Jordan has an eye for sum- or at [email protected]. ( continued from front page ) A few personal favorites at Praxis: two Underground Classical Presents TMT mery accessories. Her little shop Ladybug head over to Sandy’s Forzen Whip (17635 and a great opportunity to make a positive pieces by Tatiana Gracyk – “Ocean Fash- Trio +2 July 26, 8 pm has them on sale (at 25% off) Thursdays JULY AT THE PARK Enrolling shouldn’t be. Lakeshore Blvd,) for a cool treat and to talk impact on our environment and our neigh- ion,” fluffy fiber molded into the head and Summer Dancing Series: Urban Line Brooklyn/Cleveland-based jazz group and Fridays (2-7 pm) and Saturdays (11 – 7). Get hands-on help registering for summer or fall trash about Cleveland Ploggs and growing borhood. shoulders of a woman with a fishhook TMT Trio+2 features Juno Award win- 15226 Lakeshore Boulevard at the corner of Dance July 10 and 17, 6:30 - 8:30. a plogging movement in the neighborhood Still on the fence? You can learn more through her lip, dressed in tattered mesh ner Cat Toren on piano, Angela Morris on Huntmere. Visit her Web site, www.kum- Enjoy FREE urban line dance instruction semester with Jump Start express enrollment! and beyond. Best of all, ploggers will receive about plogging via the following links produce bags, all in shades of blue; and tenor saxophone, and Anthony Taddeo on bayashore.com, to view some of her stock. on Wednesdays in July. Each evening will a coupon to Chili Peppers Fresh Mexican Freshwater Cleveland - Cleveland has a a similar figure in shades of rose, “We drums. Uniquely sans bass, TMT showcases This little shop, lurking in a mini strip include new moves, great music and helpful Grill - good for 1/2 off your purchase of a litter problem. Can plogging be the solu- Chose Warmth over Wisdom.” Also Karen the multifaceted chamber music character mall on Lakeshore Blvd at the corner of instruction. Meet at Euclid Beach parking meal item and drink! tion? https://goo.gl/pgpZEf Schnell Chisholm’s “Shoreline – to be Hung of the piano by drawing from modern jazz, Huntmere, is this neighborhood’s best lot. Still don’t know what the heck ‘plogging’ We Need This - We can all learn from or Worn,” weaving and mesh, in shades of new music and avant-rock. Their repertoire kept secret – the soon-to-be coffee shop/ tri-c.edu/jumpstartmetro is all about? plogging, the popular fitness craze taking sand and blue. (I look forward to seeing it features original compositions, collective bookstore/event space Kumbaya (a place Plogging is a fitness trend that origi- over the world https://goo.gl/P5erB3 being worn at, maybe, an Underground improvisations and re-imaginings of stan- for peaceful pastime) and its companion – 216-987-4141 nated in Sweden and is slowly spreading City Lab - Pick Up Trash While You Ex- Classical concert.) dards by the three band members. After Ladybug by the Beach, a seasonal boutique throughout the world. The term Plogging ercise. It’s Called Plogging https://goo.gl/ While I was at Praxis, I also checked out five years as a band, the trio released their stocked with holiday gifts in December, and Tri-C Metropolitan Campus is derived from the Swedish phrase “plocka xRFVRc the indigo banner they were making for debut album, Star Ballad, in 2017. Joining now offering Fun in the Sun, clothing and 2900 Community College Avenue upp,” which translates to pick up. Plogging For more info, check out facebook.com/ Cuyahoga 50, in its final stages of construc- TMT Trio for this performance are Ohio accessories designed for days in the park Cleveland, Ohio | 44115 involves a combination of jogging and pick- cleplogs, email adopt.euclidbeach@gmail. tion. It is enormous. Many, many people natives Chris Coles on alto saxophone and or on the beach, and gifts and home décor ing up trash along your running route us- com, or call 216-571-0685. heard the call! Sam Blakeslee on trombone. These five -in geared toward the summer wedding sea- 19-0426 ing a plastic bag to collect the litter you find Happy Plogging! Two pieces called out to me from the strumentalists are equally accomplished son. along your route. Plogging is great exercise
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LIBRARY COMMUNITY Ready. Set. Summer! Programming Connect with Cleveland’s Future Collinwood Slovenian Home
at Collinwood Library by Tiara Sargeant passionate volunteers, and can build upon Celebrates 100 years! The True2U Mentoring Program serves all your interpersonal and professional skills. by Kiaira Jefferson June 3rd – July 26th, with a Puppet Palooza 8th graders in the Cleveland Metropolitan True2U is looking for community mem- by Angela Ferritto integral part of the woven tapestry of Euro- Ready. Set. Summer! theme in which participating children will School District once a month on a Thurs- bers to mentor in the following Collinwood The Collinwood Slovenian Home is celebrat- pean immigrants in Cleveland. That it has Programming at Collinwood Library debut their very own puppet show at the day morning. Volunteer mentors work in schools - East Clark, Euclid Park, Hannah ing its 100th year anniversary! survived and thrived for 100 years in these 856 East 152nd St, Cleveland, OH 44110 end of the summer! Look below for June’s small groups to guide students in accept- Gibbons, Iowa-Maple, Kenneth W. Clem- Join us on Sunday, August 11, 2019 for a changing times is a testimonial to the hard Manager, Caroline Peak Puppet Palooza schedule: ing and celebrating who they are so that ent Boys’ Leadership Academy, Memorial, dinner party. (Doors open at 2:00 pm.) work, perseverance, and loyalty of the Slove- 216-623-6934 SLL Week 5: Make a Stage they can be true to themselves now and in and Oliver H. Perry. If you or someone you You will enjoy a fabulous catered dinner, nian and other cultures that have made this a [email protected] Your puppet show is two weeks away! the future. True2U is currently looking for know want to learn more and complete cash bar, polka music, and a presentation cer- great city. Make a stage for your big day. Create a table mentors who are passionate about develop- an application, visit true2umentor.org. If emony that will feature some of our local and With your support we will celebrate an- CELEBRATING 150 YEARS AT CLEVE- top puppet stage using a presentation board ing Cleveland’s future leaders. As a mentor you still have questions call Molly, Khalid, state representatives. other 100 years! LAND PUBLIC LIBRARY and decorate using leftover supplies from you can give back to Cleveland Metro- Lindsay, or Tiara at (21) 812-8700 or send There will also be a Chinese auction with Collinwood Slovenian Home To celebrate Cleveland Public Library’s previous weeks or other recycled materials. politan School District through in-school an email to true2u@neighborhoodleader- great prizes. 15810 Holmes Ave, Cleveland 44110 150th anniversary and to thank the com- Tuesday, July 2nd – 1:00p.m. mentoring, you can connect with other ship.org. The Collinwood Slovenian Home is housed Tickets are $35.00 and can be purchased by munity for its longstanding support, the SLL Week 6: Acting, Games, and Fun, Oh in a designated historic landmark building. calling 216-681-6649 Library invites the public to a free, daylong My! The history of the Slovenian Home is an See you there! street festival on Saturday, July 27 from Get ready for the spotlight! Learn acting Part Time 1:00 – 10:00 p.m. techniques and play games with cast mates Free Dumpster Access The CPL150 Street Festival takes place and neighborhood friend. Finish your on Superior Avenue, between E. 3rd and E. stage! Tuesday, July 9th – 1:00p.m. Must be at least 25 years or older. by Carly Lovely Collinwood Connects Community 6th Streets, which will be closed to traffic SLL Week 7: Rehearse, Rehearse, Rehearse! Want to coordinate a neighborhood cleanup or clean out your home or garage? for the day, and at Main Library and the Practice your show with friends and peers, Survey. Louis Stokes Wing of Cleveland Public the end of the program is almost here! Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License. Greater Collinwood Development Corpo- by Carly Lovely to be entered in our raffle for an opportunity Library. In the event of rain, activities will Tuesday, July 16th – 1:00p.m. ration has coordinated 3- Days of FREE Greater Collinwood Development Corpora- to win a prize! Prizes will include Indians be moved inside the Louis Stokes Wing SLL Week 8: Show Time! DUMPSTER ACCESS for residents to dis- Must be able to pass a physical and drug tion has partnered with ICONS to help gather tickets, gift cards, and cash. at 525 Superior Avenue. Seven Cleveland It’s show time! Invite your family, neigh- card trash from their yards, garages, and your input! The survey has two parts. The first Youth from ICONS will be wearing cus- Public Library branches will offer FREE, bors, and friends to the coolest puppet show street. The dumpster will be available from screen. part of the survey will help us come up with tomized Collinwood Connects t-shirts and regularly scheduled trips on Lolly the Trol- in CLE performed by Summer Lit League July 12th through July 14th and located fun questions for our Collinwood Connects will be present at community events. You can ley between 12:30 and 5:30 p.m. - Eastman, Readers! Tuesday, July 23rd – 1:00p.m. on the corner of Canterbury and E. 185th Neighborhood Family Feud Game taking also take the survey online by visiting South, Sterling, Woodland, East 131st, Ad- Visit the branch or our online website Must be able to pass a FBI and BCI check. Street. On Saturday, July 13th from 9am- place this fall. The second part will help make https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/collin- dison, and Collinwood. (cpl.beanstack.org) to register. 12pm GCDC will be on site to provide sure that we understand the neighborhood to woodconnects. For more information call or email, Tana gloves, trash bags, pickers, and brooms to Must have experience with children. the best of our ability and focus our efforts For more information about Collinwood Peckham at 216-623-2807 or tana.peck- ADULT PROGRAMS help you with your cleaning needs. on the issue areas that people care the most Connects, please contact Krystal Sierra at [email protected] What Every Tenant Should Know For more information please contact ( In this position you will be working with children of about. At the end of the survey, don’t forget to 216-268-2138 or Carly Lovely at 216-383-9772 Take a look at what else we’ve got coming Do you rent a home or apartment in the city Carly Lovely at 216-383-9772 ext. 209 include your name and contact information ext 209 up for you in July: of Cleveland? Attend this FREE seminar all ages with special needs) YOUTH PROGRAMS presented by judges, magistrates, special- FREE Summer Lunch Meal Program ists, and social workers from the Housing Stop in the office between 9am-3pm to fill out ALL Cleveland Public Library locations of- Division of Cleveland Municipal Court. fer FREE summer lunches for all children Learn about your rights and responsi- applications at 36475 Reading Ave. Willoughby, birth through age 18. Healthy, free meals bilities as a tenant in Cleveland as well as OH 44094 are provided through the Greater Cleve- assistance and resources available through land Food Bank. the Cleveland Housing Court, including a Monday – Friday 11:30a-12:30p new rule that may allow past eviction re- 21933 Euclid Ave. Patriotic Garland Lights cords to be sealed. Euclid OH 44117 Whether using string lights or just creating **Both sessions are FREE. Light refresh- (216) 486-7240 a string of garland, these red, white, and ments will be served** blue globes are simple to make and create a First Session: long-lasting holiday decoration! Registration @ 1:30pm ADJUSTING TECHNIQUES USED: THERAPIES: Develop holistic insights through The PATH of LIGHT *Palmer Package *Deep Soft Tissue Work Monday & Wednesday, July 1st & 3rd @ Course: 2:00-4:00pm metaphysical teachings. *Thompson Drops *Individualized Active Care Plans 1:00pm Thursday, August 1, 2019 *Gonstead *Electrical Stimulation 4-H STEM Camp Second Session: Two summer classes are offered on a donation basis. *Flexion –Distraction *Ultrasound *Activator *Inter-segmental Traction Create marble runs, rockets, and flyers, Registration @ 4:30pm Tuesday, July 9th at 7:15 pm and Friday, July 12th at noon egg drop machines and even learn about Course: 5:00-7:00pm Join others in this one hour group exploration of Accepts Most Major Insurance* Cash drones! For children in grades K-7. Space Thursday, October 3, 2019 BWC * Personal Injury * Auto Accidents is limited. Call 216-623-6934 for more in- Registration is requested. Call 216-664- ancient teachings. Book cost is $7. Digital X-ray Free Consultations formation 6927 or email [email protected] for Introduction to Astrology class will focus Wednesdays, July 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th @ more information or to register. 216-938-7889 on the 12 Houses of the Zodiac. www.infieldchiropracticclinic.com 1:00pm Summer Lit League: Puppet Palooza Saturday, July 27 from 1 to 2:30 pm Fee $10 22570 Lakeshore Blvd. Euclid This year’s summer reading club starts Just West of Atlas Cinema, Downtown Euclid Change your beliefs...change your behavior …change your life! Member Euclid Chamber of Commerce www.rishisinstituteofmetaphysics.com. 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Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Page 8 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 Page 9 July 2019 July 2019 COMMUNITY Report - E 185th Neighborhood Neighborhood Leadership Develop- Association Meeting: Our Annual ment Program Seeks 2019 Applicants Pre-K through 8th Grade Faith Academics Community Potluck Picnic by Elva Brodnick and Councilman Polensek to report on Given the way the weather’s been going this things around our neighborhood. (We even Annual Our Lady of the Lake Parish Vacation Bible School Goes to Ath- summer, you can imagine our being a tad had a rather curious young robin there, ens for Holy Land Adventure leery about our annual E 185th Neighbor- who seemed determined to listen in, as Picnic hood Association Potluck Picnic. And right he stayed our whole meeting. Much to the up to the day before, the weather was doing chagrin of his mom . . .) It was our usual its best to be “iffy”. good time, with good neighbors sharing Turns out, we were fine. Breeze was may- good talk and food. be brisker than you’d think it’d be in June, As always, we invite you to check out but these many years of doing events along your local Neighborhood Association - the our Lake, have taught us that that air right meetings are always listed in the Commu- down by the Lake will alwaysbe moving. nity Meetingscalendar here in the Collin- In 2006, the Jack, Joseph and Morton Man- program planning, marketing & commu- And cooler. And so it was. Comfortable - wood Observer.This is your regular chance, del Foundation, along with former Cleve- nications, program fundraising, conflict and dry. to talk to both the Councilman, and our land Mayor Michael White, established a resolution and negotiation, community So we gathered at Wildwood’s Pavilion, local Police District - and it’s a great way to leadership training program for engaged engagement methods and more. with everyone bringing everything from be active in this community of ours. neighborhood leaders. The Neighborhood Every NLDP participant and NLDP 2019 Vacation Bible School Journeys to Athens. lovely desserts to great salads and sides. Look forward to seeing you! (And bring OLL Parish Picnic is always a wonderful family day! Leadership Development Program is a free, graduate also has ongoing access to the ser- Since we don’t plan a speaker for this meet- a neighbor!) by Bev Caldwell 16 session community engagement train- vices of a Program Coach. NLDP coaches ing, this annual Picnic gives us a chance See you next month! Thirty VBS children journeyed to Athens ing program for residents of Cleveland, and give advice and support tailored to the to relax and chat - always a good thing. Elva Brodnick for a Holy Land adventure at the OLL Vaca- its inner ring suburbs, who are working on needs of the participant. And, as always, we welcome both the Fifth Chair / The E 185th Neighborhood Asso- tion Bible School June 10-14. projects within the City of Cleveland and The 16 sessions take place on Saturdays District Community Engagement Officers, ciation Traveling back in time to ancient Greece, who are determined to make a positive im- at Trinity Commons at 2230 Euclid Avenue the children visited with St. Paul every day pact on their communities. beginning August 24. The deadline for to hear of his dangerous journey to share After the application process, 20 com- applications is AUGUST 5, 2019. For addi- the Truth. The setting was an open air mitted individuals are chosen for the pro- tional information, the 2019-2020 curricu- Friends of Euclid Creek Present an market, complete with makeshift tents. All gram year. NLDP participants and gradu- lum and an online application, visit www. crafts and snacks had to be purchased with ates are a diverse group with many interests nldpcleveland.com or call 216-776-6167. Environmental Double- Header: Art Dracmas. who are working on a wide variety of issues Think you have what it takes? Apply to Besides participating in arena games and Show and Speaker Series to improve life in their communities. make a difference! eating Athenian foods, the children deco- The program will cover topics such as Children’s games are part of the fun. rated a Trojan Horse Treasure Box, created by Bev Caldwell Italian American Club was followed by a pottery, and wrote on and sealed scrolls, It was a perfect sunny day, on Sunday, June delicious picnic, bocce ball and children’s with wax and a stamper. Twenty-five adult 23rd, for this year’s Parish Picnic. Noon games. and teen volunteers under the direction of silent auction, and sewer rates? Mr. Vincent will explain the Mass under the shade of the pavilion at the Mrs. Dorothy Kane fashioned the creative St. Paul, portrayed by Drew Piotrkowski, shares his an educational pro- project and its importance to the health of oasis of learning in the parish hall. adventures with the children. gram on how we af- Lake Erie. fect Lake Erie, and Chris Winslow, Director of the Ohio State how, in turn, Lake University Stone Lab, will discuss “How They’re Never Too Young to Sing… Erie affects us. All Activities on Land Affect Lake Erie.”. Pop- events are free and ulation pressures, development, litter, and Prime Real Estate open to the pub- pollution are just a few things that harm lic at the City of the lake. Beachwood Com- Dr. Robert Brand, of the Cuyahoga County munity Center, Board of Health will speak on “Safe Con- 25325 Fairmount sumption of Fish from Lake Erie”. This talk Blvd., Beachwood, should be of interest to anyone who fishes Ohio in Lake Erie or eats Lake Erie walleye or The “Art in perch. Nature” exhibition will feature painted The Euclid Creek watershed encompasses rain barrels, pho- eleven communities in eastern Cuyahoga tography, paintings County covering 23 square miles. It and mixed media drains stormwater runoff from that en- works by local art- tire area and extends from its headwaters ists. Proceeds from in Beachwood to its mouth at Wildwood time the river burned. the painted rain Reservation in Lake Erie in Cleveland. The National outrage over a barrel silent auction will benefit the Friends Friends of Euclid Creek works to improve burning river turned into of Euclid Creek programming fund. The the health of the environment in the Euclid national determination to public can meet the artists at an Artists’ Creek Watershed; seeks to raise awareness clean up the environment Reception on Sunday, August 4 from 1:00- about and preserve the natural features 2:30 PM at the Beachwood Community of the Euclid Creek Watershed; and acts across the United States. Friends with God (Youth Music Ministry) singing on steps of church at the 200th Street Stroll. This event in combination Center. Light refreshments will be served. as the citizen voice for the Euclid Creek The art show will run from Wednesday, Watershed. The Friends of Euclid Creek Available Building with a massive oil spill in Under the direction of Mrs. Melissa July 31 through Thursday, August 22. The volunteers offer educational opportunities, by Bev Caldwell California led to the es- Gali-Bird, Music Director at OLL, the chil- 509 E. 185th Street art gallery is open from 9:00 AM – 4:00 stream restoration activities, and monthly Music has a young face these days…Just ask tablishment of the Federal dren were asked for ideas for a group name PM, Monday through Friday and on Satur- water quality monitoring of the Creek. For the new group of Friends with God YMM 10,540 sq ft building in very poor condition FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Environmental Protec- and “Friends with God” was submitted by day from 10 AM – 3 PM and on Sunday 10 more information on the Friends of Euclid (Youth Music Ministry) how they feel Contact: Ken Messinger-Rapport tion Agency, the Clear Water Act, and the Luna Kime. In a show of support, The Gen- AM – 1 PM. Creek, visit euclidcreekwatershed.org or they can make a difference… “We like to Phone: 440-605-1543 Clean Air Act. These actions formed the esis Group of OLL, an active 50 plus parish The “Lake Erie Speakers Series” will be contact Elizabeth Hiser the Euclid Creek make people smile when we sing” said one Former Bar/Restaurant/Bowling Alley Email: [email protected] foundation of the environmental protec- ministry group, donated funds for Friends held on Thursday, August 8, from 6:30-8:30 Watershed Program Manager at ehiser@ youngster, who summed it up pretty well. Friends of Euclid Creek Present an Envi- tion movement which led to the cleaning with God to get matching t-shirts. PM and refreshments will be served. cuyahogaswcd.org. The Friends with God YMM roster is Zoned U4 Local Retail ronmental Double- Header of the Cuyahoga. Citizens and government Please keep your eyes and ears open for The Friends of Euclid Creek “Lake Erie The Friends of Euclid Creek gratefully made up of 18 students from Our Lady ART SHOW AND SPEAKER SERIES agencies working together have brought Friends with God out in the community. Speaker Series” will feature three distin- acknowledges the financial support of our of the Lake School. Most are from grades Cleveland, Ohio, June 2019 – Fifty years the river back to life so that 50 years later, They will be singing next at the Slovene guished speakers: sponsors that make these events possible: Kindergarten thru grade three, with a few For More Information ago, on June 22, 1969 Cleveland captured the Cuyahoga River is once again safe to Home. So, if you hear such favorites as Fredrick Vincent of the Northeast Ohio Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, the Northeast older youth choir students that join them to the nation’s attention when the Cuyahoga admire and enjoy. “This Little Light of Mine” and “We are Call Jonathan Holody Regional Sewer District will speak on the Ohio Regional Sewer District, the City take the lead in some of the songs. The new River caught fire. The river was dead, killed The Friends of Euclid Creek, The Col- Called” sung with joy, it might just be “Deep Tunnel Sewer Project” currently of Beachwood, and the members of the youth music ministry gives the young folks City of Euclid, 216-289-2830 by carelessness and industrial waste. Al- linwood Rain Barrel Project and the City Friends with God trying to make you under construction beneath the streets of Friends of Euclid Creek. a chance to shine at events such as the E. though the Cuyahoga had caught fire a of Beachwood are celebrating this anniver- smile… Cleveland. Wondering about endless street 200th street Stroll and also the OLL Parish dozen times before, this was to be the last sary with an art show, a painted rain barrel construction holes, giant pipes and raising Picnic.
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There was always something to do at St. Jerome! Ms. Hoy’s Kindergarten Class Does your child turn 5 after the Kindergarten Kindergarten testing dates are July 17th, cut-off date? Stop by Imagine Bella Academy July 24th and July 30th from 12-2 pm. of Excellence to get an Early Kindergarten in- Now Enrolling for Kindergarten-Fifth formation kit and learn more about our Early grade! Kindergarten program. Students must pass Call 216-481-1500 for more information or Early Kindergarten Test and submit a referral stop by the school. from a parent. 6th Grade Graduation
Founding Pastor, Monsignor Leo Hammer, served the parish of St. Jerome for 50 years!
Ms. Jenkin’s Kindergarten Class
Girl’s basketball, volleyball, and cheer teams were popular activities.
St. Jeromes ( continued from front page ) assistant, was appointed to form the new parish, which which consisted of all the land north of the New York Cen- tral Railroad tracks, that had been part of St. Joseph’s.” A tent was raised and beginning October 6, 1919, Sunday Masses were celebrat- ed. By October 3, 1920 the Musical Theater was another very popular activity over the years, from adult productions to lavish school 2014 Clambake, Left to Right Fr. Anthony Cassese, Fr. Fracis Walsh, Fr. musicals, the arts are a proud tradition at St. Jerome. first church was completed Thomas Haren Mr. Wolanin’s Kindergarten Class and dedicated by Bishop Far- relly. In September of 1922 the Per Brandich’s text, “The founding of St school was completed, and the dedication Jerome’s was due to a presentation that Fr. of the modified Gothic-style church took Spirit Week! Bell (St Joseph’s) made to Bishop Farrelly. place in 1952. What a memorable evening to celebrate all our 6th grade students have achieved while at Imag- Some members of the parish who lived in The parish continues in good works sup- ine Bella! Congratulations! the Lake Shore section came to Fr. Bell, porting Collinwood Churches Interfaith with the suggestion that they needed a par- Council Food Pantry and food, clothing ish in their “neck of the woods.” After cau- distribution at The Father Michael Wit- tioning the men to say nothing about the Community En- tman Ozanam Center at St Philomena matter, he found that 125 families lived in church in East Cleveland, and Christmas gagement the area. This information was passed on Giving Tree for needed items at Manorcare to Bishop Farrelly, who, after after study- Euclid Beach and coats, hats and gloves for Unhu House Party ing the situation, gave permission to Fr. St Jerome students. They also work with Bell to buy the land for the future site of City Music Cleveland Chamber Orchestra Football (1981 team ) and other sports were always a part of the life of St. Jerome School. St. Jeromes. One year later, in September of to provide fine arts programs 3-4 times a 1919, Fr. Leo Hammer, who was Fr. Bell’s year with no admission charge
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Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Page 12 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 The Collinwood Observer Volume 11 • Issue 7 Page 13 July 2019 July 2019 EVENTS Get your Gala Tickets today! Polka Mass with Kathy Hlad, by Adele Markert Shore Blvd., for a Gala Luncheon. Advance Plus Don Wojtila at SNPJ Farm, Saint Jerome is 100 years young!! Come reservations are required and can be made celebrate with us Sunday, July 21! Our Gala online at https://stjeromecleveland.church- Sunday, July 28 Mass will be at 10am presided by the Most giving.com/ or at the church office. Teh cost with hymns set to favorite polka and waltz Reverend Nelson J. Perez, Bishop of Cleve- is $35 per person and includes a delicious melodies on the button box. Father Norm land, all are welcome to join us for this spe- luncheon and open bar (children under 10 Gajdzinski, pastor emeritus of St. Therese cial Mass. free, but must have a reservation). in Garfield Heights, Ohio, joins Kathy for Following Mass we will gather at the Join us for food, fun, friends, and good this unique expression of faith, based upon Irish American Club East Side, 22770 Lake memories. Slovenian-American musical traditions. Sing-along sheets are provided. The Don Wojtila Orchestra is a long- time favorite, with a rollicking, fun-filled take on polka that makes you want to get up and dance. Accordionist Don Wojtila revitalizes the classic Cleveland Style with the music of his youth – rock-and-roll, pop, country music, and even Broadway tunes. The result is one the most versatile bands on the polka scene -- especially as Schnick- North Collinwood’s Kathy Hlad leads the Polka Mass elfritz at Cleveland’s Hofbrau Haus. Don at SNPJ Farm in Kirtland, Ohio, Sunday, July 28. Don Wojtila and his orchestra follow with four hours and his musical team perform from 3:00 to of polka music for dancing. 7:00. Don’t miss out, make your reservation today! Dinner and sandwiches are served from by Joe Valencic 2:00 on with your choice of smoked Slo- Enjoy polka music at its finest as the Don venian sausage or home-style roast beef. Wojtila Orchestra and Kathy Hlad take the Admission is $8, 18 and under free. Your Come to Cavotta’s stage at SNPJ Farm in Kirtland, Ohio, for hosts are the members and friends of Char- a Polka Mass and dance, Sunday, July 28, ter Lodge 5, Naprej, of the Slovene National 2019. Both Kathy and Don are Polka Hall of Benefit Society (SNPJ), celebrating their Fame legends who delight dancers and fans organization’s 115th anniversary. Call (216) with their Cleveland-Style entertainment. 481-1379, for details. Don is the well-known Euclid baker and Kathy is one of North Collinwood’s leading SNPJ Farm is on Heath Road in Kirtland, music-makers. Ohio, off Chardon Road (Route 6), three Kathy Hlad and her friends welcome you miles east of Route 306 and six miles west with the Polka Mass at 1:00 p.m. The Polka of State Route 44. Mass brings a new dimension to worship
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