Work out at the Community Center Welcome, New City Manager Strategic Development Plan Activity Update Our Schools Home to the Arts

FOCUS ON CLEVELAND HEIGHTS OHIO fall 2013

Work Out at the Community Center Welcome, New City Manager Strategic Development Plan Activity Update Our Schools Home to the Arts

1 Dates to Remember

Thursday, October 3 Community Improvement Awards WORK OUT 7:00 pm City Hall, 40 Severance Circle

Sunday, October 6 New Neighbor Welcome AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER 2:00-3:00 pm, Heights Library, 2345 Lee Road The Cleveland Heights Community Center is a great and affordable place for you to work out and stay fit! The Community Center Tuesday, October 8 Candidates’ Night Field House is equipped with a fitness center, track and open gym! 7:00-9:00 pm, Cleveland Heights Community Center, 1 Monticello Boulevard WHO MAY USE THE FIELD HOUSE? Use of the Community Center Field House is available to Cleveland Heights resident adults and to students (through high school) who live within the boundaries of the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District. In addition, it is available to adult non- Thursday, October 31 Halloween Trick-or-Treating 6:00-8:00 pm residents 18 and over who: • live within the boundaries of the CH-UH School District, Tuesday, November 5 Election Day • have children in the Community Center Ice Programs OR • are employed within the boundaries of Cleveland Heights (must bring a recent pay stub). Inside Monday, November 11 Veterans Day, City Hall Community Center 3 and the Community Center closed IS THE FITNESS CENTER OPEN TO ALL AGES? In order to use the Fitness Center, which is equipped with state-of-the art Nautilus equipment, treadmills, ellipticals, bikes. City News 4 Thursday, November 28 Thanksgiving Day, City Hall steppers, rowing machines and a new free weight room, you must be 16 years or older. Youth 12-15 years of age may use the Welcome, City Manager and the Community Center closed Fitness Center and track accompanied by a paying adult/guardian. Infants and toddlers are permitted in strollers or in infant front/backpack carriers on the inside lane of the track only. However, no infants, toddlers or youth under the age of 12 Tanisha R. Briley 5 Friday, November 29 City Hall closed are permitted in the Fitness Center. Remembering WHEN MAY I WORK OUT? Phyllis Evans 6 The gym, track and fitness hours are designed to fit into your schedule. The fall/winter/spring hours (through May 25, 2014) are: Halloween in the Heights 6 Monday-Friday 6:00 am-9:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am-6:00 pm Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 7 Sunday 9:00 am-6:00 pm Strategic Development 8 Call 216-691-7373 for information on open gym times. For sports leagues and exercise programs, check the Parks and Recreation catalogue or visit www.clevelandheights.com (click on Recreation). At Your Service 10 WHAT IS THE COST? Recreation 12 Cleveland Heights residents must first purchase a Recreation ID card, which costs $5.00. Residents then have the following three Senior Scene 14 options: 1) with an ID card, pay $6.00 per day to use the Field House; 2) with an ID card, purchase a Field House pass (see below), good for one year unlimited usage of the Field House; or 3) with an ID card, purchase a 30-day unlimited Field House pass. Commerce 15 Field House Only Pass Annual Pass 30-Day Pass Around Town 16 Resident / Non-Resident Resident / Non-Resident Our Schools 19 Youth K-age 11 $ 84 $126 $10 $15 Youth age 12-H.S. or equiv. $110 $165 $18 $27 Young adult ages 18-24 $165 $248 $25 $36 Home to the Arts 20 COUNCIL MEETINGS Adult ages 25-59 $192 $288 $30 $43 Cleveland Heights City Council meets on the first and third Mondays of each month Senior adult 60 and up $ 99 $149 $15 $20 in City Hall Council Chambers, 40 Severance Circle. For the latest information on Family $312 $468 $50 $71 Council and other City meetings, visit www.clevelandheights.com. Community Center Passes (Ice and Field House combined) are also available. Check your Parks and Recreation Fall/Winter catalogue (available at www.clevelandheights.com - click on Recreation) for Community Center or Field House information, or call 216-691-7373 and get a head start on your New Year’s resolution!

2 3 • Property and lead paint inspections Heights firefighters remind you to change required the batteries in your smoke detectors • All violations and lead paint risks when you change your clocks to Standard City must be addressed Time on Sunday, November 3. Meet New City Manager Loan repayment terms up to 15 years • Police Department News Call Housing Preservation at 216-291-4869 Tanisha R. Briley News or visit www.clevelandheights.com for Meet Your Police on Thursday Evenings The Cleveland Heights Police Depart- Housing Preservation Office further information and specific program Tanisha R. Briley, selected by City Council in July, began her duties as Cleveland Heights requirements. ment sponsors ‘’Meet Your Police’’ every City Manager August 1, 2013. Briley was most recently employed by the City of Daven- Offers Help to Homeowners Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Lead Safe Cuyahoga Program lower level of Cleveland Heights City port, Iowa as an Assistant City Administrator. The Cleveland Heights Housing Pres- Many homes built before 1978 contain Hall. However, on two Thursdays this ervation Office offers eligible Cleveland lead-based paint, which is a highly toxic She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from The Ohio State University fall, the Meet Your Police meetings will Heights homeowners various programs metal that may cause a range of health and a Masters of Public Administration from Cleveland State University, and had worked be held elsewhere: to assist with the repair and improve- problems in young children. The City of for the City of Davenport since 2006. Her responsibilities included budget development, ment of their homes. Eligible applicants’ Cleveland Heights, in partnership with the • On Thursday, October 10, marketing initiatives and sustainability programs. Briley is a member of the International gross household incomes must be within County and the Cuyahoga County Board of Meet Your Police will be held at the City/County Manager Association (ICMA) and has chaired several national committees. H.U.D. set limits per household size: Health, wants to help make your home lead Cleveland Heights Police Academy, one person: $35,500; two persons: safe. Grants of up to $9,500 are available 2595 Noble Road, 6:00-8:00 pm. “Tanisha Briley brings strong analytical and interpersonal skills to the position, as well as a commitment to diversity $40,600; three persons: $45,650 and four through the Lead Safe Program. Items that • Thursday, November 14, 6:00-8:00pm, and quality of life issues. We are looking forward to working with her on new initiatives for our community,” said persons: $50,700. All loan applications are may be addressed through this program Meet Your Police will be at the Mayor Edward Kelley. reviewed by a City loan review board. include painting, repairs and new windows Community Center, 1 Monticello Deferred Loan: and doors. Household income limits apply; Boulevard at Mayfield Road. Briley was attracted to the position here in Cleveland Heights for both professional and personal reasons. “Growing up in Cleveland, I can remember riding down beautiful streets in Cleveland Heights, admiring the homes, and imag- • Whole house rehabilitation there must be children age five or younger Residents have the opportunity to talk • Must have owned and occupied living or receiving day care in the home. For in an informal setting on any topic with ining playing in the playgrounds and athletic fields. I witnessed the excellent quality of life that Cleveland Heights home at least five years more information, call 216-291-4869. a ranking member of the Department. It residents enjoyed so I knew it would be a great place to live and raise a family,” said Briley. • Homeowner(s) must be at least 62 provides a chance for community resi- While receiving her Masters of Public Administration at CSU, Briley became well versed in the challenges facing core years of age or permanently disabled Fire Department Reminders dents to meet and interact directly with cities and especially inner-ring suburbs like Cleveland Heights. “The City’s initiative in forming the First Suburbs • Property and lead paint inspections Free smoke detectors are available to their police officers. are required Cleveland Heights homeowners (owner- Consortium was an indication of a progressive approach to problem solving. Professionally, the organization is in an Unable to attend Meet Your Police? You All violations and lead paint risks occupants only) through a program spon- interesting position. The Mayor and Council are eager to build on the progress that has been made and are inter- • may also email the Police directly at must be addressed sored by the American Red Cross. Call ested in new ideas and different ways of doing things – that is really exciting for me,” said Briley. [email protected]. • Loan payments deferred until title the Fire Chief’s office at 216-291-2673 for transfers eligibility requirements. Rx Drug Drop Program The new City Manager is impressed with the residents as well. “It’s a wonderful community; Cleveland Heights The National Association of Drug No Interest Loan: Change your batteries! Smoke detectors residents are engaged, loyal and know what they want,” she said. Briley is working on getting to know Cleveland Diversion Investigators (NADDI) has Whole house rehabilitation can save your life, but a detector cannot do Heights’ neighborhoods. She has been impressed at how well organized some neighborhoods are, and looks forward • launched a program designed to sig- Must have owned home at least 3 years its work without a fresh battery. Cleveland to getting out to community events and festivals. The Cedar Fairmount Festival was her first opportunity to do just • nificantly reduce the prescription drugs that. “I took my two nephews, ages 5 and 2, and they had such a great time! Between decorating cupcakes at Luna, in American homes that are either no giant bubbles and an appearance by Batman and Robin, I was able to meet quite a few Cleveland Heights residents longer needed or outdated. Law enforce- and business owners,” said Briley. She has been enjoying our restaurant scene as well. “There are so many great ment is the only entity legally able to ac- cept these medications and process them places to eat. I love the authentically local restaurants we have here,” she said. properly so that they do not fall into the In her leisure time, Briley enjoys spending time with her family. “One of the best parts of this job is coming back to wrong hands. Help protect your home, Cleveland where my family lives. It’s great to be home again and enjoy things like Sunday dinners and daily activi- loved ones and our waters from poten- ties with my family,” she said. tially dangerous medications. Drop Box at Police Station Tanisha Briley would like residents to know that she believes that the City Manager should be what the community A Drop Box (pictured on back cover) is needs her to be. “My job is to understand the needs and wants of the community and to prioritize our resources located in the entranceway to the Cleve- to accomplish them. I must also be flexible and adaptable because every community is unique and priorities will land Heights Police Station (back of City change over time,” she said. “We are at an interesting time,” she continued. “We are slowly recovering from the Hall). Only pills should be dropped into Great Recession, but with very limited resources. We will have to be creative and work together to achieve our this box (needles and liquids cannot be goals; I look forward to working collaboratively with the Mayor and City Council, staff and the community.” accepted). Preferably, empty the pills into a plastic zip-lock bag before dropping in Welcome, City Manager Briley! the box and then recycle the pill bottle. • Kids and parents alike enjoyed the new Splash Pad at Cain Park which opened to the public in July.

4 5 Celebrating Congratulations! Congratulations to Cleveland Heights Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Council Member Mary Dunbar, who recently competed in the National Senior Vice Mayor Phyllis Evans The 16th annual Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Games, which were held in Cleveland this Former Vice Mayor and Councilwoman Phyllis Evans passed away July 31. Evans resigned Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will take place: summer. In her age and gender group, from Council in June 2012 due to health issues. Wednesday, January 15, 2014 7:00 pm at the she placed sixth in the 10K cycling time trial and seventh in the 20K cycling road As a member of Cleveland Heights Council and as Vice Mayor, Evans was dedicated and Cleveland Heights Community Center, Monticello Bou- race. In swimming, Dunbar placed 12th in committed to the very best for the residents of Cleveland Heights. She had a compassion- levard at Mayfield Road. The event will feature music and the 200-yard freestyle and 16th in the 500- ate understanding of the needs and concerns of her constituents. She served with distinc- winners from our MLK art, essay yard freestyle. To qualify for the National tion for over the course of 20 years as Vice Mayor, Chair of Public Safety and Health, Chair and poetry contests. Games, she took part in the Ohio Senior of Community Relations and Recreation, and Chair of Administrative Services. Games last year. Mary Dunbar is also a As part of the celebration, the City is once again sponsoring As a member of the community, she supported recreational programs, parks, community founder of the Heights Bicycle Coalition. outreach and youth programming. She and her husband, Greg, chaired the Recreation essay, poetry and poster contests, open to Twenty-seven Cleveland Heights residents Bond Issue in the 1970s that began the upgrade of recreation facilities throughout the city. Cleveland Heights students, including those attending CH-UH had registered for the games, including public schools, private and parochial schools, and She was a dedicated supporter of all sports, and especially enjoyed her time as a “Hockey Stephen Robbins, who won gold in the Mom.” Phyllis Evans was intelligent, kind and had a great sense of humor. She was always considerate and supportive of City home-schooled students. 100 meter and 200 meter dashes. We are staff and was a loyal colleague to her fellow Council members. proud of all the participants! The entries should address the following: The City Council, staff and the people of Cleveland Heights offer our profound condolences to her family on the loss of this wonderful woman. We are grateful for the many years she gave in service to our community. If Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. were still with us, what advice do you think he would have for today’s young people?

HALLOWEEN IN THE HEIGHTS Neighborhood Trick-or-Treating Thursday, October 31, 6:00-8:00 pm

Home-schooled students and those residents attending • Councilwoman Mary Dunbar school outside of Cleveland Heights may drop their entries off at the Community Relations office at City Hall, Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips email them to [email protected] or send their entries directly to: . A parent or guardian should accompany young children on neighborhood rounds. . For additional safety, carry a flashlight. Community Relations . Make sure costumes are safe, fire proof and with eye holes (if wearing masks) City of Cleveland Heights FOCUS large enough to allow good peripheral vision. 40 Severance Circle magazine is now accepting advertisements. . Only go to houses with porch lights on and never enter the home of a stranger. Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 For ad specifications, cost and to reserve space,contact . No treats should be eaten until they are thoroughly checked by an adult at home. Jennifer Kuzma at 216-291-2854 or [email protected]. . Never consume unwrapped food items or open beverages that may be offered. The City is working with CH-UH public schools, but all . For those distributing candy, eliminate tripping hazards on your porch and walkway. students are welcome to submit their entries directly to City Check for flowerpots, low tree limbs, support wires or garden hoses. Hall. Include your name, address, phone number, school and . Also, if you plan to distribute candy, make sure your porch light is on. grade on all entries. The deadline is Wednesday, January 8, 2014. For more information, call 216-291-2323.

6 7 Cleveland Heights Strategic Development Plan 2011 - Activity Update Cleveland Heights Planning and Development staff presented an update to the Planning Commission in August, focusing on the ~ Lead Safe Cuyahoga provides grants of up to $9,500 to address identified lead-based paint issues in housing for households seven goals that were identified that could brand the basic identity of our community, enhance our city’s tax base, create outstand- with children aged five years or younger whose household income is at or below 80% of the median income. ing public places and spaces and embody an environmentally sustainable ethic. This update reported activities undertaken since the ~ CDBG Housing Programs: Strategic Development Plan was adopted that address these seven goals. - Housing Preservation Office – Paint, Senior Violation Repair Program, Short-Term Deferred Loan, Nuisance Abatement, Code Enforcement GOAL ONE: Substantially increase our tax base by fostering new development and investment consistent with the - Neighborhood Relations existing character of the community that attracts new residents and businesses. - Home Repair Resource Center – Deferred Loan Match, ASSIST Programs, Housing Counseling ~ Planning staff is a member of the First Suburbs Development Council Housing Committee, which with Mayors, drafted a Activities: housing policy recommendation for the County. • New housing development developed in Community Reinvestment Areas are reviewed annually by the City’s Housing Council. From 2011 through March 2013, Bluestone sold 21 units with a total value of $5,550,059. GOAL FIVE: Strengthen and upgrade commercial districts to serve as regional draws and enhance surrounding areas. New Housing Development Request Proposals were issued for Turkey Ridge, Cedar Coventry, Boulevard Phase III, Noble Road • Address the viability and needs of struggling commercial districts and surrounding neighborhoods. and Meadowbrook Lee. Medusa Building, 3008 Monticello Boulevard, is under renovation to become the Headquarters for PDR II dba Share. • Activities: • Demolition of the old Medic building, located at 2920 Noble Road, prepares this site for new development. • Activity has occurred in all districts, but especially Cedar Lee, Cedar Fairmount, Coventry and the emerging Cedar Taylor districts continue to attract quality restaurants/retail evidenced by Rockefeller’s, Sweetie Fry, Luna Bakery & Café, Best Gyros, The GOAL TWO: Attract additional persons of diverse economic, racial and religious groups in order to maintain Fairmount, The Rib Cage, New Heights Grill, The Bottlehouse, Barlé Soup and Sandwich, Ensemble Theatre, Auto Zone, Family Cleveland Heights’ unique community, specifically targeting University Circle institutions. Dollar, The Wine Spot and the Katz Club. • Storefront Program, Signage Rebate – Heights Arts, Isle of Beads, Rockefeller’s, Luna Bakery & Café, Barlé Soup and Sandwich, Activities: The Wine Spot, The Fairmount • Planning studies have been completed in conjunction with University Circle, Inc: Missing Link Transportation for Livable Com- • Storefront Renovation Projects – Lakewood College, 2231 North Taylor; Another Enemy, 13433-13437 Cedar Road; Taylor Road munities Initiative (TLCI) and Circle Heights TLCI. Discount, 2176 South Taylor Road. • Circle Heights Alliance is a working committee with members from Heights Hillcrest Chamber of Commerce, University Circle, Cleveland Heights, University Heights, Shaker Heights, East Cleveland and South Euclid, that is analyzing the feasibility of a shared GOAL SIX: Significantly improve the city’s infrastructure and its attractiveness to existing and potential residents, economic development district across the five suburban cities linked to the University Circle area economic base. businesses and new development.

Activities: GOAL THREE: Take aggressive action to deal with the effects of a foreclosure crisis on neighbors, neighborhoods The Cedar Lee District was awarded $1.5 million of Transportation Alternative Funds to assist with the implementation of the and the housing market. • Cedar Lee Transportation for Livable Community Initiative (TLCI) funded streetscape plan. The Cedar Fairmount District was awarded $1.5 million of Transportation Alternative funds awarded to assist with the imple- Activities: • mentation of the Cedar Fairmount TLCI funded streetscape plan. Through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 1 and NSP 3), 12 single-family homes have been rehabilitated with 10 • An application has been submitted to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for Clean Ohio Trail Funds to assist with the sold to income-eligible households (120% of median income), two NSP 3 houses are now listed, and 60 houses demolished (NSP 1 • creation of a multi-purpose trail along Cedar Glen. If awarded, this state funding can be used toward the required local match, the funds). Cedar Fairmount Transportation alternative funded project. The City coordinated with the Cuyahoga County Land Bank on housing demolitions funded by NSP 3 and State and County • The TLCI Missing Link Study is being finalized. funds, targeting the North Coventry neighborhood. • A Safe Routes to School application to develop Travel Plans was submitted to the Ohio Department of Transportation. • A Vacant Parcel Committee has been established to review vacant parcels in order to recommend potential uses. Community • development uses may include holding a parcel for future development, offering the parcel to neighbors as part of the City’s side lot program, holding the parcel as green space or for a community garden. GOAL SEVEN: Encourage sustainable practices for development activities, including energy strategies, green building designs and development practices (such as LEED programs).

GOAL FOUR: Renovate and upgrade the city’s neighborhood housing stock and/or develop new housing Activities: for target markets. • Sustainable Zoning Regulations, which were adopted by City Council in May 2012, have resulted in the following: Two adaptive re-use buildings (former Coventry School, former Caledonia Library) Activities: Site Plans address sustainable goals, such as Beaumont School • Cleveland Heights coordinated with East Cleveland to create a North Coventry target area, utilizing demolition funding from Local food production opportunities: farmers’ markets, local edible gardens in all yards, community gardens, 24 conditional County D-TAC and State Moving Forward funds administered by the Cuyahoga County Land Bank. uses for keeping of chickens issued • Staff implemented various Housing Programs, including: • Bicycle rings have been installed on parking meters to encourage bicycling as a form of transportation (The Bike Coalition is also ~ The HOME Program, which addresses Low and Moderate Income (LMI) housing: working to raise funds to donate bike racks around town) - All participants must have a household income at or below 80% of the median income. • The Cumberland Pool Parking Lot, improved as a storm water management demonstration project, provides an example to the - Single-Family Rehabilitation provides whole house rehabilitation loans up to a maximum of $35,000. The rehabilitation community. must address any lead-based paint issues and result in the structure meeting all housing codes. - The Down Payment Assistance Program provides a loan up to $10,000 for owner-occupied single-family or two-family homes. - Staff is reviewing ideas/best practices to identify other potential housing activity in which to consider using HOME funds. 8 9 • It is ILLEGAL TO BURN LEAVES in • New Year’s Day, Wednesday, the city of Cleveland Heights. January 1: City offices will be closed • Brush, tree and hedge trimmings must on Wednesday, January 1. Monday’s At Your Service be cut and tied into bundles no larger and Tuesday’s refuse collection will be than four feet in length and two feet collected as usual. Wednesday through If your leaves are not collected on your Pumpkin Disposal in diameter in order to be collected on Friday’s collection will be delayed by refuse collection day, we ask that you When it’s time to throw out your Hal- your regularly scheduled trash pickup one day. Friday’s collection will be on please be patient. Calls to our office will loween jack-o-lantern or pumpkins used day. Brush that is too large to be tied into Saturday. not change the scheduled routes and for decorating, please put each pumpkin bundles can be picked up for an addition- • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – most often, we are unable to give you in a doubled plastic bag (like those your al charge; arrangements must be made in Monday, January 20, 2014: Refuse col- a specific date for your collection, as groceries are bagged in) when setting advance – call 216-691-7300. lection will be delayed by one day for the there are many uncontrollable variables them out for collection. When added to Use caution when approaching the leaf Monday through Friday routes. Friday’s involved (weather, light areas, heavy the regular garbage in bags, they often vacuum machines or the front-end loader. collection will take place on Saturday. areas, equipment availability, etc.). • make the bag too heavy or break out of These vehicles back up frequently and • Presidents Day, Monday, Febru- RECYCLING Before October 28 and after November the bottom of the bag when picked up. may block the lane of travel. Please drive ary 17, 2014: Refuse collection will be 29, leaves will be collected only when A Cleveland Heights Way of Life slowly and cautiously in these areas. delayed by one day for the Monday Election Signs placed in Kraft paper bags. Leaves and Also, please keep small children and through Friday routes. Friday’s collec- As a courtesy, the City will be provid- yard waste will not be collected in plastic pets away from leaf piles near the street tion will take place on Saturday. ing a drop-off bin at the Service Garage bags. Paper Kraft bags are available at the at all times to avoid an accident! (14200 Superior) for election signs cashier’s counter at City Hall, the Com- Christmas Tree Collection According to the County’s 2012 Residen- tion day. Paper products may be placed in paper grocery bags or tied with twine. November 5-16. There will be a container munity Center or at most local stores. Holiday Collection Schedule The Christmas tree collection/recycling tial Recycling Report, our city diverted 66.98% of our solid waste from the land- marked “Election Signs” for anyone who If snow falls during the loose-leaf collec- • Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, program offers residents an easy and en- Find more information about recycling fill, including our yard waste. We thank www.clevelandheights.com wishes to drop them off. Perhaps you tion season, it becomes nearly impos- is NOT a City holiday. The regular Mon- vironmentally sensitive way to dispose at . Also, those residents who faithfully recycle 216-291- can contact your neighbors and offer to sible to maintain the collection schedule. day-Friday collection remains in force. of live trees. To prepare the tree for col- call Community Relations at every week and encourage those who 2323 bring theirs! The same workers and many of the • Veterans Day is Monday, November lection and for the safety of our employ- for a recycling magnet listing items have yet to get started to do so. same vehicles collecting leaves are used 11; City offices will be closed. Monday ees, all decorations, tinsel, wire, nails, that are recyclable. Collection of Loose Leaves for snow and ice control. through Friday collection routes will be stands and bags must be removed from We recycle paper, including newspapers, Autumn is here in our “city of trees” Preparing the Leaves for Collection delayed by one day. the tree. Trees in plastic bags or flocked magazines and books; glass bottles and and it’s time for raking and/or blowing • Leaves placed in paper Kraft bags • Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, No- trees cannot be recycled. Live tree col- jars; cans and plastic containers. Put the the leaves. Loose-leaf collection will will always be collected weekly on vember 28: Refuse collection for Thurs- lection will begin on December 26 and items into a blue recycling bag and place begin on Monday, October 28 and will your regular refuse collection day. Bags day will be on Friday and Friday’s normal continue through January 31, 2014. on your treelawn on your regular collec- continue until Friday, November 29, should be placed on your tree lawn no collection will be on Saturday. Monday weather permitting. It is our intention to earlier than 7:00 pm the evening before through Wednesday routes will be col- collect loose leaves from each property the day of your collection or after 7:00 lected as usual. once every other week on your regularly am on the collection day. • Christmas Day – Wednesday, De- Even Dogs Dream of Recycling! scheduled refuse collection day. How- • During the weeks designated for cember 25: City offices will be closed on Cleveland Heights author and filmmakerTiffany Ann Laufer ever, if one day’s collection is light or loose leaf collection – October 28 Wednesday, December 25. Monday’s and has written and designed a children’s book featuring her dog, another day’s is heavy, collection may through November 29– rake or blow Tuesday’s refuse collection will be collect- Bella, called “The Porch Dream.” This delightful book has Bella be made on a different day. Saturday your leaves to the tree lawn. ed as usual. Wednesday through Friday’s dreaming on the porch of saving the day in various adventur- leaf collection (if needed) will be used to • DO NOT RAKE LEAVES INTO collection will be delayed by one day. ous ways with her dog friend, Colby. In Bella’s dreams, she and return to heavy areas or to make up for THE STREET where they become a Friday’s collection will be on Saturday. Colby deliver packages and birthday cakes, dig for ice cream, and holidays or bad weather. safety hazard or block storm drains. can be seen driving trucks that look very much like Cleveland Heights recycling, snow plow and fire trucks! The cover features a very familiar-looking street sweeper! “The Porch Dream” is available online through Bellaboo Books. CLARIFICATION: In the last issue of Focus, there was a reminder about “Early Trash,” stating that if refuse of any type is set out prior to the regular collection day with no arrangement made with the Public Works Department, a fine of $85+ may be imposed for violation of City ordinances. Of course, you may set your refuse out the evening before your pick-up day (after 7:00 pm, please). The reminder was meant for those who may put the refuse out days in advance. We are sorry for any confusion the reminder may have caused.

10 11 2014 Softball – Sign up for next year’s • Ohio Flames Girls Hockey Tourna- Cleveland Junior Lumberjacks Men’s, Women’s or Coed Leagues by ment, September 27-29 (All other ses- The Cleveland Junior Lumberjacks, contacting Larry Shaw at 216-691-7260 or sions canceled) members of the North American 3 Hock- [email protected]. ey League, now make Cleveland Heights Recreation Building closed for holidays: No- • their home ice. Fresh off winning the 2014 Softball Umpire School – Want to vember 11 and November 28 East Division in 2012-13, their season The fall and winter seasons are an excit- reduced rates for public ice skating on the artificial turf at Denison Park. be a Softball Umpire? Call Brian Sim- • • Group lesson skip week: November begins in September. For the full game ing time for our recreation and sports sessions and other skating programs; Call 216-691-7373 to see if space is still mons, Umpire-in-Chief, at 216-691-7260. 25 – December 1 schedule check www.clejrjacks.com. programs for both children and adults! reduced rates for tennis lessons and available. • • Junior Jacks High School Hockey Ice schedules and information are avail- The Fall/Winter Parks and Recreation for youth/adults sports programs; The Basketball Recreational League reg- It’s Skating Season Tournament, November 29 - December able by calling 216-691-7434, direct to the catalogue was mailed in August, but if istration is underway for boys and girls The Community Center is gearing up for • use of our Community Center track, 1 (look for schedule changes all three Ice Rink Desk, and may also be found you’ve misplaced your copy, it’s also in grades K-8 who are Cleveland Heights an exciting fall season of skating. Join fitness center and basketball courts. days.) at www.clevelandheights.com on the available on the City’s website, www. residents or live within the boundaries the fun! To find out more about these ice (With a Recreation I.D. card, you may Benedictine High School Hockey City’s website - click on Recreation. clevelandheights.com; click Recreation. of the Cleveland Heights-University programs, call 216-691-7374. • purchase a Community Center Field Tournament, December 13-15 (Look for Remember that pre-registration is Heights School District. Volunteer Learn-to-Skate Lessons – Monday, House pass or pay a daily $6.00 usage schedule changes all three days.) Indoor Swimming required for all classes. A minimum fee for the Field House.) coaches are needed; call 216-691-7373. Tuesday and Friday mornings, Septem- Building closed for holiday, Decem- The City of Cleveland Heights, in number of registrants is required to run Basketball Travel Teams tryouts will ber 23 – November 3, six weeks; Saturday • ber 25 conjunction with the Cleveland Heights- a class, so sign up early to prevent being General Recreation Classes take place Monday, October 15 through and Sunday, October 5-November 3, four University Heights School District, will shut out. Fall registration is underway; Thursday, October 18. Four teams will be weeks. Ages 3 and up; separate classes • Heights High School Hockey Tourna- Looking to get in shape, stay in shape, continue to offer indoor swimming at Winter registration begins Monday, offered: Boys grade 4 and under, Boys grade for adults. ment, December 27-29 (Look for sched- or just have some fun? Then come to the Cleveland Heights High School. The Fall November 4 for residents and Tuesday, 5 and under, Boys grade 6 and under and ule changes all three days.) Cleveland Heights Community Center! Home school lessons – Tuesday and Session began September 3 and includes November 12 for non-residents. Girls grade 6 and under. Call Larry Shaw at We have different types of classes, so Friday mornings, beginning the week of Adult Lap Swimming, Family Open 216-691-7260 or email [email protected]. look through the Parks and Recreation September 23. Swim, Learn-to-Swim classes and Water ONLINE catalogue to find something you like. One Youth Hockey is a long-standing tradi- Adaptive Skating lessons – Monday Aerobics. Register at the Community REGISTRATION of our new programs this fall is the Barre tion in Cleveland Heights, with children evenings beginning November 4. Center. For more information, contact Online registration is available for many Body Total Workout held on Wednes- as young as four (ages determined as of Christopher Kendel, 216-691-7347 or recreation programs, including Youth Learn to Speedskate – New skaters days, 9:30-10:30 am. Please note that 12/31/2013) participating. [email protected]. Soccer, Flag Football and Youth Basket- should contact Barb Rosenbaum at bk@ Zumba has moved to a new day and time. Tot Hockey (ages 4-7) – for those continued on page 22 ball. Visit www.clevelandheights.com • therosenbaums.net or call 216-401-9392. Cleveland Heights also offers a variety of who have passed Snow Plow 2. Helmet - click Recreation. Have a Birthday Party! programs and classes for kids of all ages and stick are provided. Saturday classes Have your child’s birthday party at the from Ballet to Self-Defense/Karate and begin October 5. Recreation Cards ice rink! Residents with children 7-12 Kids Kuk Sool Won (Traditional Korean • Learn-to-Play Hockey (ages 10 and may entertain up to 20 skaters with a I.D. cards, sold to Cleveland Heights Martial Arts). Check out the Fall/Win- under) – for new hockey players who birthday party package during weekend residents only, are $5.00 each and include ter Recreation catalogue or look online have completed Tot Hockey. public sessions (reservations required). a digital photo (similar to a driver’s at www.clevelandheights.com (click Cleveland Heights Hockey League Price includes admission, skate rental license). Each individual must be pres- Recreation) to find something for your • – Travel Hockey program (ages 6-14) and tables in the rink atrium. Call 216- ent to receive a card. Proof of residency children. Call 216-691-7373 with any www.heightshockey.com 691-7374. must be shown at the time of purchase questions. and can include two utility bills (or Scholarship assistance is available. Heights High School Hockey Our Preschool Open Gym, beginning • other pieces of mail), in addition to a Support our tradition-rich Heights High October 15, has been a big hit on Tuesday driver’s license or photo I.D. Benefits of Adult Sports 2013-14 hockey team for the following home and Friday mornings from 10:00-11:00 Chili having a Recreation I.D. card include: games: am. The cost is $5.00 for the family for Winter Basketball Leagues – Play for Friday, December 6 – Chagrin Falls, 8:45 pm • free use of our lighted tennis courts, one time or $20.00 for a six-class pass. Men’s and Women’s Leagues begins in cook-off Friday, December 13 – Orange, 8:45 pm our outdoor basketball courts and our Do you have any preschool equipment mid-October. Call Larry Shaw at 216- December 27, 28 & 29 - Annual Heights skate park; that you would like to recycle and 691-7260 for more information. Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund Raiser Holiday Classic Tournament use of six outdoor picnic shelters donate? Please contact Dee Marsky at Ice Hockey – Play is underway. The Chili Cook-off is returning! Join the delicious fun on Satur- • Saturday, January 11 – Benedictine, 5:00 pm (permit reservations are $25); 216-691-7372 or [email protected]. • NEW! CH50HL Hockey League: This Saturday, January 25 – Mayfield, 5:00 pm day, November 2, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Cleveland • free use of the Cumberland wading Friday night league is open to male B Friday, January 31 – NDCL, 8:45 pm Heights Community Center, Monticello Boulevard and Mayfield pool; Youth Sports Programs and C players who are at least 50 years Special Ice Events Road. A variety of Heights eateries will be participating. $10 Youth Soccer League is for girls and boys of age by December 31, 2013. Contact • free use of the Cain Park Splash Pad; The Community Center ice rinks will host person, $30 for a family of four. Proceeds of the Chili Cook-off in Kindergarten-grade 6. All games are Bob Warshawsky at [email protected] or reduced rates for all Community a number of special events this season benefit the Cleveland Heights Youth Recreation Scholarship • played on the artificial turf at Denison www.CH50HL.com Center classes, workshops, programs (which may alter the regular schedule): Fund. For more information or to participate, contact Larry Park. Call 216-691-7373 to see if space is Women’s Hockey: Interested players and field trips; • Cleveland Heights High School, Brush still available. should call Chris Kendel at 216-691-7347 • Shaw at 216-691-7260 or [email protected]. reduced admission for swimming High, Benedictine High Varsity, Case • Flag Football is also underway for boys or go to [email protected] to and aquatic programs; Western Reserve University and Cleve- and girls ages 5-8. All games are played contact the League. land Junior Lumberjacks hockey games

12 13 The Office on Aging and the Senior Activity Center are located • Evening Ink Teen Workshops explore in the Cleveland Heights Community Center on Monticello Blvd. creative writing in all genres, including poetry for performance and publica- at Mayfield Road. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am- tion, fiction (realistic, science fiction SeniorScene 5:00 pm. For more information, call 216-691-7377. and fantasy, adventure and historical), graphic stories and comics, play writing, Office on Aging Services: creative nonfiction, blogging, writing for • Do you need information about Medicare or Managed Care or help with health insurance forms? a purpose (college essays and personal Call to make an appointment for a free consultation with an Ohio Senior Health Insurance volunteer. Also this fall, we are statements) and multi-media projects that hosting two OSHIP events: integrate images and sound with the writ- Tuesday, September 17, 11:00 am - Welcome to Medicare ten word. • Off-site programs for schools and Tuesday, November 19, 9:00 am-3:00 pm - Medicare Open Enrollment witn one-on-one appointments for Part D com- youth-service organizations parisons and enrollments. • Weekend Ink: Saturday creative expres- • Need help with legal issues? Commerce sion workshops for K-12th graders – past workshops included college essay writ- Call to schedule a half-hour appointment with volunteer Attorney J. Alex Morton. Cedar Fairmount News Chef/Owner of Luna Bakery & Café ing, play writing, alternative histories, Writes Cupcake Book • Need transportation? Watch for the opening of Four and science fiction, chills and thrills, comics, Bridget Thibeault, chef/owner of Luna Our medical van runs Monday through Friday, 8:45 am-4:20 pm, transporting residents 60 and over to medical appoint- Twenty at 12433 Cedar Road. Cur- cards and poetry. rently located on Larchmere Boule- Bakery & Café, has written a new book, ments, on shopping trips and some errands. For more information and/or a brochure, call 216-691-7194. Get Involved vard, the vintage/antique retail shop Cupcake Decorating Lab. This delight- Lake Erie Ink welcomes volunteers of all • Tired of shopping and cooking? is relocating to Cedar Fairmount in ful book is filled with easy-to-follow ages. Volunteers may choose to work We have the answer. A special volunteer can deliver a hot nutritious meal and a light supper to your home Monday through early October. Owned by Sean Fagan techniques for producing your own with youth directly or help with other Friday or as many days as you like. Cost is $6.25 per day. For more information, call 216-691-7377 and a social worker and Kim Scholten, Four and Twenty cupcake masterpieces, presented in aspects of Lake Erie Ink, like editing focuses on Industrial Arts, signifi- simple steps that take you from the will return your call. and publications. High school student cant rural pieces and Mid-Century basics through professional techniques, Do you have questions or need services? volunteers are welcomed and celebrated • Modern. The owners also design and such as making sugar flowers and at Lake Erie Ink. They are very popular The Office on Aging has two licensed social workers on staff. They are available to you any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday build custom furniture and lighting building a cupcake tower. The new with the younger crowd and know more or Friday. Please feel free to contact them at 216-691-7377 for help with any problems, questions, or issues. for both residential and retail clients. book is available at Appletree Books, about math homework than most of the Richard Zingale has joined the group Luna, or online at Amazon.com or adults! Teen volunteers are trained to At the Senior Activity Center: to help evolve the brand with his BarnesandNoble.com. tutor younger youth and to act as writing background that encompasses design Flu Shots – Tuesday, October 1, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, in cooperation with Rite Aid pharmacy, which will bill your insur- coaches during workshops and enrich- from both the Architectural and Interi- Spotlight on Lake Erie Ink ment activities. Applications may be ance company or Medicare for the cost of the shot. No appointment necessary. ors perspective, adding contemporary A Writing Space for Youth downloaded at www.lakeerielink.org. furniture lines as well as unique home Lake Erie Ink, a unique non-profit orga- Adaptations: From Short Story to Big Screen – Tuesdays, September 17-November 5, 1:00 pm. The course includes For more information, call Lake Erie Ink furnishings. Combining a variety of nization located in the former Coventry the viewing of films followed by a reading of the short stories that inspired the films and a discussion of the transfer from at 216-320-4757 or visit the website. furniture and accessories, the new shop School building, 2843 Washington Bou- the printed word to the movie screen. Discussion includes: plot development, character portrayal, scenic values and other will also include small, useful home levard, believes that creative writing continued on page 18 elements involved in turning short stories into feature films. Discussion leader is Sue Klarreich, PhC, who has experience wares and new handcrafted items. is not only for youth who already love facilitating group discussions and has lead several film discussion groups. Free Cedar Fairmount Festival a Success writing, but also for youth who have AARP Driver Safety Class – Wednesday, October 23, 12:00-4:00 pm. A four-hour course of classroom instruction that This year’s August festival drew large something to say and too often feel that no one is listening. Lake Erie Ink is designed to refine existing skills and develop new, safe driving techniques. Fee: $12 for those with an AARP member crowds and over 100 exhibitors (photo above.)The family-friendly event of- provides creative expression opportuni- card, $14 without. Register in advance as space is limited. fered entertainment for all ages and ties and academic support for youth in Cleveland Orchestra Trip – Friday, September 27, 10:00 am. Travel to Severance Hall on the OOA van to hear the included five musical groups. It was Cleveland Heights and beyond. Cleveland Orchestra perform Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 and Prokofiev Symphony No. 3. Preconcert talk and con- made possible by the generous dona- Fall programming begins this month: tinental breakfast included. Tickets are $25. Register early, as space is limited. tions of the Cedar Fairmount Special • The Ink Spot: after-school homework Improvement District, Cedar Fair- help and creative expression for 4th th Are you ready to expand your horizons, create friendships and learn something new? mount businesses, building owners, through 8 graders, Monday through neighbors, and a matching grant from Thursdays, 3:00-5:30 pm. Staff and Try attending a Senior Center activity. We offer exercise classes for seniors of all fitness levels. Fall sessions of Belly Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Cedar Fair- volunteers are available for homework Dance, Gentle Yoga, Line Dance, Pilates, Seniorobics, Senior Strength Training, Body Music, Tai Chi Chuan mount thanks the donors, volunteers, help in all subjects. Once homework is Exercise, Walking Club and Ms. Duck’s Walking Warm-Up are set to begin again. NEW to our schedule this fall Cleveland Heights Police and Fire completed, a variety of fun and creative are Tai Chi Intensive and Zumba Gold. For information and to register for these and other programs and classes, call departments and Boy Scout Troop 22 writing activities are offered. To register for their valuable assistance. for the Ink Spot, parents and guardians the Senior Activity Center at 216-691-7377. For specific program information, check out the News for Senior Adults need to attend an orientation or sched- available online at www.clevelandheights.com, at City Hall, the Community Center, local libraries and banks. ule an appointment at 216-320-4757. • Four and Twenty

14 15 Click–Bid–Buy Local! for the Holidays systems offering users access to 10 Cleveland State University, 1983 East Begin your holiday shopping with the million items. 24th St., Cleveland. FutureHeights Online Auction. Shop Visit www.heightslibrary.org for more • Prince among Slaves: The Cultural AroundTown for products and services from local information, or call 216-932-3600. Legacy of Enslaved Africans – Mon- merchants, unique pieces from local Bridging Cultures: Muslim Journeys day, November 11, 7:00 pm, University artists, and one-of-a-kind experiences Programs at Heights Libraries Heights branch. New Neighbor Welcome Deanna Bremer Fisher, executive direc- from the comfort of your own home tor of FutureHeights, will moderate Beginning in the mid-600s, Islam October 6 during this annual event, which runs Digital Media Lab Offers Public Access the forum. The evening will follow the spread across the world, bringing with from November 21 through December 8. to Production Technology New to the community? Three traditional League of Women Voters it advances in medicine, mathematics, “The auction is a lot of fun,” said Deanna The Lee Road branch’s new Heights Heights civic organizations will host a procedures for nonpartisan forums. Each physics, astronomy, geography, architec- Bremer Fisher, director of FutureHeights. Knowledge and Innovation Center welcoming reception for you and other candidate will give a brief statement, fol- ture, art, and literature. Heights Libraries “Bidders can get some terrific bargains (HKIC) opened in June, with a new, new residents of Cleveland Heights lowed by a question and answer session invites the community to different venues on gift certificates to local restaurants, roomier computer lab, extended Wi-Fi and University Heights this fall at the with written questions from the audi- (including all four Heights branches) to handmade jewelry, tickets to sporting area, and a digital media lab. Lee Road Library. The New Neighbor ence. Questions are screened by a league explore the history and achievements Welcome is scheduled for Sunday, events and unique getaways. Local committee for relevance and to avoid of Islamic culture. These programs are Heights Library Digital Media Lab is October 6, 2:00-3:00 pm at the Harvey & business donors receive terrific online duplication. For more information, visit made possible through a grant from the a one-site production center for audio, Friends bookstore on the second floor of presence throughout the auction’s run www.LWVCuyahogaArea.org. National Endowment for the Humanities: video, graphics and photography. The the library, 2345 Lee Road. All residents and a tax deduction.” FutureHeights and the League of Wom- Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible lab expands public access to advanced, who consider themselves new to the First Annual Heights Music Hop Auction proceeds benefit the work of • en’s Voters will publish a Voters Guide World – Monday, October 14, 6:00 pm, costly equipment and software that, community are warmly invited to enjoy FutureHeights will sponsor the first FutureHeights—a nonprofit dedicated in the October print issue of the Heights University Heights branch. according to Nancy Levin, Heights light refreshments. annual Heights Music Hop, scheduled to promoting civic engagement in the Observer, which is available at the city Libraries director, “may be out of reach “This is an opportunity for newcomers to for Friday, October 18 from 6:00 to 10:00 Heights. • Islamic Art Spots – Monday, October for most individuals, whether they are halls, schools, libraries, religious institu- pm in partnership with the Cedar Lee 21, 6:00 pm, University Heights branch learn about the two cities’ civic, cultural, The auction preview begins online freelancers, consultants, students, entre- tions and local businesses, and online at Special Improvement District, Cellar Islamic Art Spots presents an introduc- educational and commercial assets, meet www.heightsobserver.org. on October 18. For more information preneurs, or small business owners.” neighbors and feel at home,” said Susan Door Cleveland, and Cleveland Beer tion to Islamic art and architecture in or to donate an item for the auction, “The purpose of the HKIC is to provide Goldfarb, a volunteer with FRIENDS of Maps and information about your voting Week. During the event, musicians seven illustrated video essays. visit www.biddingforgood.com/ members of our community with access the Heights Libraries and coordinator of location, ward, and precinct are available from the region will perform at venues • Quarterly SciFi/Fantasy Book Dis- futureheights or call 216-320-1423. to technology and work spaces that will the event. on the Cuyahoga County Board of Elec- along Lee Road, from Cedar Road to cussion - The Arabian Nights, Tuesday, tions website, www.boecuyahogacounty. the Lee Road Library and Dobama help them grow professionally, economi- The reception’s sponsors include the Happenings at the November 5, 7:00 pm, Noble branch us or by calling 216-443-3298. Theatre. Music genres, ranging from cally, even personally,” stated Levin. FRIENDS of the Heights Libraries, Heights Libraries classical to rock, will vary by location. • The Splendor of Islamic Art - Cleve- “The digital media lab is a big part of FutureHeights and Reaching Heights. More FutureHeights News New Library Card Design land Museum of Art – Wednesday, that. For example, patrons can make a Heights Music Hop will take place on Civic leaders, including city and school September was National Library Card November 6, 7:00 pm. Best of the Heights Awards video for a new business that includes officials, will be on hand to welcome the first day of the fifth annual Cleveland Sign-Up Month, and the Cleveland Walk Through the Islamic World – music, create a sophisticated marketing From May through August, Heights Beer Week, which attracts attendees • residents and provide information. Area Heights-University Heights Public residents voted for their favorite Heights Friday, November 8, 3:00 pm. Registra- brochure, or record a podcast. They are schools, businesses, cultural institutions from throughout the region. Each year, Library celebrated by launching new tion begins Oct 25. (Date of program is limited only by their imaginations.” businesses in 22 categories, including best Cleveland Beer Week aims to draw and other organizations will also have card designs, seen at right, for both new new business. Each year FutureHeights, subject to change.) Please note: program materials available. attention to Northeast Ohio’s craft beer continued on page 22 and current customers. takes place at the Woodling Gym at a nonprofit dedicated to promoting civic industry while encouraging people to For information about participating, call For those who don’t have a card, signing engagement in the Heights, conducts the patronize local establishments. Heights the FRIENDS office at216-932-3600 , ext. up is easy, and it’s free to anyone who Best of the Heights survey to recognize Music Hop will feature beers from the 234, or email to [email protected]. lives, works, owns property or goes to the unique attributes of locally-owned following brewing companies: Great school in Ohio. All that’s required is a businesses in the Heights, and their con- Lakes, Fat Head’s, Buckeye, Hoppin’ Candidates’ Night - October 8 picture identification and proof of Ohio tributions to the local economy. Frog, Cellar Rats, The Brew Kettle and FutureHeights and the League of Women residency. A driver’s license will do. “Heights residents recognize how Thirsty Dog. Voters, Cuyahoga Area will host a forum A passport or picture ID, along with a lucky they are to have such an amazing Tuesday, October 8 to introduce the While the Heights Music Hop is free of personal check or letter you’ve received, diversity of independent businesses in candidates for local elections who will charge, attendees will need a Cleveland will also work. The form is simple to fill our community and want to show their be on the November 5 ballot. The forum, Beer Week ticket for the opportunity to out and you can get your new card right appreciation,” said Clare Taft, president which will take place from 7:00 to 9:00 sample five exclusive Cleveland Beer away. Children age 18 and under need of the FutureHeights Board of Directors. pm at the Cleveland Heights Community Week beers. their parent or guardian’s signature on Center, Monticello Boulevard at Mayfield Find out who came out on top at the Sponsorships for the Heights Music Hop the form before a card can be issued. Road, will feature candidates for Cleve- Best of the Heights awards ceremony on are available. For information, contact These cards also are emblazoned with the land Heights and University Heights September 23 at the Dobama Theatre. FutureHeights at 216-320-1423. For 216-320-1423 www.future- CLEVNET logo on the back, a reminder City Councils, and the CH-UH Board of Call or visit more information about Cleveland Beer heights.org that Heights Libraries is part of the Education. for more information and to Week or to purchase tickets, visit www. CLEVNET library consortium, with a purchase tickets. clevelandbeerweek.org. membership of more than 40 Ohio library

1616 17 • Cleveland Heights High seniors Mary O’Keefe, Kate Miller, Carolyn Holt, Commerce Shoshana Klein, and Sara Friedberg continued Highlighting showcased extraordinary ability in their senior solo performances. Lakewood College • For this year’s “Music in the Parks Moves to Cleveland Heights Competition” at Cedar Point, the Heights ourSchools High Women’s Barbershoppers won a After the extensive renovation of the 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm to inform the pub- “Superior Rating” and trophy for the building at 2231 North Taylor Road, lic on topics such as the facilities plan, “Best Vocal Group.” Photo on back cover. Lakewood College is now open for stu- the new Common Core Standards, and Workshop Instructors Provide Helpful Tips For Roxboro Middle, the Chamber dents. Isaac Haggins, Lakewood College state report card assessments. • Homeowners who attend Home Repair Resource Center’s repair workshops benefit Singers won 1st place and “Best Middle from the experience of volunteer instructors. Most instructors are current or retired Vice President of Business Development, and his wife Tanya, Lakewood Col- School Choir” award, the Boys Choir won professionals willing to share their knowledge of the newest tools, materials, and National Merit st th lege CEO, purchased the North Taylor 1 place, and the 8 grade strings placed repair techniques – and provide opportunities for attendees to practice using them. and Achievement Scholars th nd property in 2012 when the college was 1st, 6-8 grade strings placed 2 , and This hands-on experience can build confidence in do-it-yourselfers, encouraging them Ten students in the Cleveland Heights rd outgrowing its Lakewood location. Concert Band placed 3 . to tackle repairs and keep our community’s housing in good condition. High Class of 2013 were awarded for The college teaches in a “self-guided their achievement on the national PSAT Noteworthy Cleveland Last spring, Chris Kamis from Absolute Roofing showed workshop participants how distance learning” model. A non-profit examination, with a total of 1.5 million Heights High School Athletes easy it can be to use a new “peel & stick” product to re-roof a second floor porch or organization, Lakewood College offers students entering into the competi- Community-Designed School Our athletic teams brought us seven Lake shed-type garage. Chris says, “Self-adhering modified bitumen roll roofing may be a certificate, diploma and degree level pro- tion. The National Merit Scholarship Facilities Plan to Appear on Erie League (LEL) championships: six bit more expensive, but the additional cost is justified by how easy the product is to grams in the business, legal and medical Semifinalists were:Trevor Coble, November 5 Ballot athletes were LEL Player of the Year, four install and how long it will last.” fields. It also offers a G.E.D. Preparation Thomas Frederick, Carter Hastings, A bond issue for the first phase of acom - coaches were LEL Coach of the Year, four course at no cost and is developing a and Ian Kraus. The National Achieve- prehensive Schools Facilities Plan will teams advanced to the sectional finals and Jeff Platt from Herb’s Plumbing taught attendees about two types of plastic water series of free workshops for older adults ment Scholarship Semifinalist wasKyra appear on the ballot this November 5. 16 athletes qualified for state-level competi- supply lines approved in recent years for residential use. Jeff warns that the materials looking to improve their skills in phone Schoonover; and the National Merit The community, Board members, admin- tion. And this spring, Lady Tiger Softball’s must be installed correctly. “No matter which type of plastic tubing you choose, CPVC and computer use. The college is also Commended students were: Carolyn istrators and teachers spent more than two years of fundraising made the opening or PEX, the lines should be secured to a wall stud or joist with a support clamp every planning a Mediation Training workshop Holt, Sarah Klein, Shoshana Klein, three years working to achieve the plan. of their new home field possible. 24 to 36 inches to minimize sagging and damage from movement.” for Cleveland area teachers, designed to Natasha Madorsky and Katherine The first phase of the overall Plan will Other Tiger News: help teachers develop skills in effective Miller. Congratulations to these stu- completely renovate Cleveland Heights Fairfax Elementary won the $20,000 Even materials in longtime use can have a new method of installation that makes the communication, active listening and dents and good luck to the entire CHHS • High School (rendering above), and BigLots! playground competition – which job easier. Chris Kamis showed how quickly you can connect aluminum gutter parts neutrality among their student popula- class of 2013 as they begin college, enter Monticello and Roxboro middle schools. will help upgrade its playground for the using stainless steel Zip screws, instead of traditional pop rivets. “Zip screws have a tion. For more information on Lake- the military or begin new jobs. Historic sections of the buildings will school and surrounding community. very sharp point,” Chris explained, “so you don’t need to pre-drill.” wood College, please call 1-800-517-0857 be preserved, however. For complete visit www.lakewoodcollege.edu. Our Outstanding Musicians • Cleveland Heights High School senior information, go to www.chuh.org. Antonio Harper was the big winner at Sometimes you just need to know what to buy. Brian Baumgartner from Brian The Heights High Symphony Orches- Hathaway Brown School’s iMagine Film Baumgartner Painting & Plaster showed a simple “drywall patch kit” that lets • Dr. NylaJean McDaniel tra with Music Director Daniel Heim Festival in April. people easily repair small holes in plaster or drywall. He also recommended buying a Named New Superintendent was awarded the top rating by the Ohio Sarah Klein, Heights Class of ’13, was mohair roller or foam roller for applying oil-based paint on flat surfaces, like doors. • After serving eight years as the CH-UH Music Education Association’s State recognized at the May 5 Phi Beta Kappa Orchestra Adjudicated Event for the Scholarship Awards Banquet. HRRC’s Project Repair workshops and Home How-To women’s repair course are City School District’s director of human Northwest Region this spring. attended by people with all levels of home repair experience. Novices become more resources, six years as superintendent of continued on page 22 comfortable using tools and get a chance to try new repair techniques; more expe- Fairview Park Schools, and director of cur- rienced do-it-yourselfers come to learn finer details that can make the job go more riculum in East Cleveland, Dr. McDaniel easily. Workshop fees are modest, and low-income Cleveland Heights residents are thought she was ready to retire – until eligible for reduced rates. she was offered the superintendent position of the Cleveland Heights-University For information and class schedule, check HRRC’s website: www.hrrc-ch.org. Heights City Schools. Superintendent Douglas Heuer stepped down this year to help the district transition to Ohio’s new standards-based curriculum. She is a long-standing community member, having lived in Cleveland Heights for 36 years. She has seen her own children and now a grandchild thrive in the school system. She will be hosting monthly online lunch webinars from • Congratulations to the National Merit and Achievement Scholars 18 19 Home to theArts • Yumiko Goto in her studio Apollo’s Fire Heights Arts Apollo’s Fire, the Cleveland Baroque Orchestra, proudly announces its 22nd season under Music Director Jeannette Sorrell. Hailed as Heights Arts launches its fall season under the leadership of recently appointed executive director Rachel Bernstein. With a passion the “USA’s hottest baroque band” (Classical Music Magazine), Apollo’s Fire has enjoyed enormous growth over the past three years for the arts, Rachel brings her expertise as an arts administrator (and a professional cellist!) to the organization after a long tenure at both at home in Northeast Ohio and abroad. Four of the group’s most recent CD releases have become Billboard Classical Chart the Music School Settlement. Bestsellers – three of these have hit the Top 10 Chart! Upcoming fall concerts in Cleveland Heights are: Now going on, Heights Arts presents a landmark exhibition, “All Ohio Ceramic Invitational,” organized by Tom Huck, curator of • Virtuoso Orchestra, Friday, October 11, 8:00 pm and Saturday, October 12, 8:00 pm – Fairmount Presbyterian Church University Hospital’s art collection. The All Ohio Ceramic Invitational showcases ceramic works from artists in northern Ohio and • Tangos & Fandangos, Friday, November 15, 8:00 pm and Saturday, November 16, 8:00 pm – Fairmount Presbyterian Church throughout the state that explore the diversity of clay. Tom states: “Artists have been invited whose works exhibit contrasts in scale, For the complete schedule, visit www.apollosfire.org. clay bodies, firing ranges, glazing techniques, and execution. The show will feature sculptural works, vessel inspired pieces, and functional works.” Dobama Theatre In addition to six annual special exhibitions, Heights Arts presents year-round the works by many of northeast Ohio’s top artists Dobama Theatre, 2340 Lee Road, has announced its 54th season, which includes six Mainstage productions, partnerships with including glass, ceramics and jewelry. Help us to support our region’s artists by giving gifts of art! MOCA Cleveland and Verb Ballets, various offerings from Dobama’s Playwrights’ GYM, the 5th season of the Dobama Emerging Ac- Upcoming events include Heights Arts’ first Close Encounters chamber concert on Friday, October 11. Visit www.heightsarts. tors Program (DEAP) and the 36th annual Marilyn Bianchi Kids’ Playwriting Festival. For more information, visit www.dobama.org. org for more information. The 2013-2014 Season will include five regional premieres and one world premiere by today’s established and emerging playwrights Friday, November 1, 6:00 – 9:00 pm: The Holiday Store Members’ Preview Opening is Friday, November 1. It will be open starting with these fall productions: to the public Saturday, November 2 through Saturday, December 28, 2013 – so be sure to do some holiday shopping right here in TIME STANDS STILL Cleveland Heights at 2173 Lee Road! By Donald Margulies, through October 6, 2013, Directed by Nathan Motta Nominated for two Tony Awards, the play focuses on Sarah and James, a photojournalist and a foreign correspondent who return to The Western Reserve Chorale Brooklyn and find themselves trying to find balance and happiness after being scarred - physically and emotionally - while covering The Western Reserve Chorale, under the direction of David Gilson, will present three concerts, including ’Tis the Season on Sunday, conflicts in the Middle East. December 8 at Grace Lutheran Church, 13001 Cedar Road in Cleveland Heights. The program will feature songs of thanksgiv- COCK ing and praise, including songs for Chanukah, settings from Anniversary Carols arranged by Mannheim Steamroller’s Jackson Berkey, By Mike Bartlett, October 25 - November 23, 2013 (Preview on October 24), Directed by Corey Atkins and Conrad Susa’s Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest, a suite based on traditional Spanish carols scored for choir, When John takes a break from his boyfriend, he accidentally meets the girl of his dreams. Filled with guilt, confusion and indecision, harp, guitar, marimba, and vibraphone. For more information and the complete season, visit www.westernreservechorale.org. he decides there is only one way to straighten things out… British playwright Mike Bartlett’s punchy drama takes a playful, candid look at the difficulties that arise when you realize you may have a choice of who you love. Verb Ballets at Dobama – October 11-12: Dobama is thrilled to partner with Verb Ballets this season, presenting a new collaborative work between Verb Ballets and the Inspired Veterans Action Campaign (IVAC). Christian Dollwet, a war veteran and founder of IVAC, will facilitate and co-create the piece that tells the stories of five wounded warriors dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. More information may be found at www.verbballets.org Ensemble Theatre Ensemble Theatre, located in the former Coventry School building, 2843 Washington Boulevard, is dedicated to the production of modern American classics as well as other significant contemporary plays. Its 2013-14 season promises to be an exciting one. Ticket information and the complete line-up can be seen at www.ensemble-theatre.org. This fall’s production: ANIMALS OUT OF PAPER By Rajiv Joseph, September 27 – October 20, 2013, Directed by Celeste Cosentino When a world-renowned origami artist opens her studio to a teenage prodigy and his school teacher, she discovers that life and love can’t be arranged neatly in this drama about finding the perfect fold. • Western Reserve Chorale

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