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www.oldbrooklyn.com July 2011 Volume 33; Number 5 Former Blessed Sacrament complex New ‘sharrows’ on Pearl Rd. becoming Bay Presbyterian’s Family Ministry remind drivers to ‘share the road’ by Lynette Filips by Christopher Lohr [email protected] [email protected] It’s finally official – After months of Many residents have already noticed rumors and speculation (and negotiations the new larger right hand lanes on Pearl Rd. between Bay Presbyterian and the Roman between State Rd. and the Zoo. Those with Catholic Diocese of Cleveland), it was an eye for detail also noticed the new shar- announced that the title to Blessed rows along that stretch. These visual mark- Sacrament Church, 3381 Fulton Rd., trans- ers are important reminders for motorists ferred on June 1st. For $300,000 (and the and cyclists alike that the road is for sharing. knowledge that they will probably have to When passing a cyclist, move over to the invest a comparable amount of money for next lane if possible or pass slowly giving repairs and renovations), the Bay Village him/her plenty of room. congregation at 25415 Lake Rd. became the Beyond the idea that the road is for both owner of one of the church complexes cyclists and motorists, the sharrows also closed in the recent Diocesan downsizing. serve as a reminder for any cyclist who may Now Bay Pres can pursue the urban ministry be a little rusty on which way to travel on the which they have desired for so long and they The former Blessed Sacrament Church road. Despite the fact that sidewalks can be have plenty of space in which to do it – a Within the framework of that ecumeni- used in either direction of travel, cyclists substantial brick church, school, rectory and cal mindset, Bay Pres has already estab- who ride on the road must travel in the same convent, as well as a ‘double’ frame resi- lished partnerships with some groups for the direction as cars and other traffic. It may be dence. use of the buildings, and is also looking to counterintuitive, but riding against traffic on In a touching tribute to the buildings’ establish relationships with other communi- the road is not only illegal but it is extreme- histories, for now Bay Pres has been refer- ty partners. While the project is obviously ly dangerous and one of the leading causes on-street parking lane. A suddenly opened ring to their new endeavor as the Family still in the very early stages, at this point in of cycling accidents. So remember, always door of an inattentive driver can be very Ministry Center at Blessed Sacrament. time, the proposed ministry uses for the var- ride WITH traffic. dangerous for a cyclist on the road; always Their vision statement for the Center says in ious buildings include: With the addition of sharrows it is also keep a look out and be careful. As cyclists part, “We believe that God is glorified when The church building/sanctuary will be important to remember to check mirrors for become more and more a part of the land- Christians of different traditions work in used for sacred purposes such as worship, cyclists both when turning and when open- scape, it becomes more and more important unity to demonstrate in tangible ways the praise and prayer services. Several denomi- ing the driver-side door when parked in the to respect their right to share the road. love and transforming power of Jesus nations have expressed strong interest in Christ.” being a part of planting churches with a heart for the Clark-Fulton area on the campus. Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi The building has a fin- ished basement under- continues work in ‘donut holes’ neath it which will also be useful to Bay Pres’ min- istry partners as a place for urbanites and subur- banites to gather for fel- lowship and to establish friendships. The tri-fold by Christopher Lohr Call soon to learn the skills necessary in the flyer they distributed at [email protected] 21st century. their neighborhood open The Old Brooklyn News is always houses on Sunday, June Since the official launch of the Old interested in hearing from residents, busi- 12th, and Monday, June Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi, the construction ness owners, community groups, and other 13th, lists, in addition to team has been working continuously to organizations, and the Old Brooklyn the sanctuary use, improve the service and also expand the net- Connected website makes it easier than ever. work's reach into dead zones and donut Photos courtesy of Bay Presbyterian See Bay Presbyterian Send in community news, pictures and holes. In the weeks ahead, additional cover- The former Blessed Sacrament School page 8 events with the click of a button with the age will be added in the southeast, south- online form. Simply go to http://oldbrook- west, as well as smaller donut holes east of lynconnected.com/news/submit-news-story/ Old Brooklyn CDC Charles A. Mooney Junior High School and and fill out the information to send it direct- west of Mary Queen of Peace Church. ly to the staff of the Old Brooklyn News. It moving office to These areas will be served by "relays" may appear in the following month's news- mounted at high points like churches, paper or online at www.oldbrooklyncon- 2339 Broadview schools and apartment buildings. nected.com. As always, residents will be able to get Old Brooklyn Community connected by finding the network name or Development is moving to a new office SSID OldBrooklyn on their wirelessly- space effective July 25, 2011. The CDC enabled devices. Once logged on, the net- has been in the building where the U.S. work will automatically open up the Old Inside the OBN Bank is located for more than 20 years. Brooklyn Connected website, a community The new office will be just down the portal with up-to-date information about the street on Broadview at 2339 right across Old Brooklyn and Brooklyn Centre neigh- Community Spotlight; Executive from Grace Church. The space is all on borhoods, as well as information about the Director 2 one level so it will be easy for residents Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi in Ward 13. News & Events 3 to attend meetings at this new location. To check it out visit www.oldbrooklyncon- OBCDC will be spending the week nected.com. BF Garden; Senior Spotlight; of July 18th moving so please forgive us The Old Brooklyn Community Community Meetings 4 in advance if you don't hear back from Development Corporation is also proud to The 2011-12 Business Directory and us as soon as usual during that time. We offer an innovative program called the Old Town Crier 5 would guess that our operations won't Service Guide will be distributed this month to Old Brooklyn & Brooklyn Centre Brooklyn Connected Lending Library. It Commercial News 6 be back to "normal" until around July allows residents to borrow one of the recom- 27th. If there is a true emergency where households and businesses and to drop- Community Toolbox; City offs in the City of Brooklyn. mended wireless antennas for up to a week you need to get a hold of one of our staff to see if it helps boost their signal. Call Fresh 7 and can not reach them, please leave a For more information about where to obtain the 2011-12 Business Directory and Christopher at 216-459-1000 for more infor- message on our phone line at 216-459- Brooklyn Centre Naturalist 8 Service Guide in your area or for addition- mation about this program. 1000 or email al copies, contact Sandy at 216-459-1000 or Those interested in computer training Family Fun; Theatre Notes 9 [email protected]. We can visit the OBCDC office, 3344 Broadview classes through Connect Your Community Senior & Church Notes 10 always reach our phones and this email Rd., until July 25th and then our new office can contact Ania at 216-459-1000 for more address remotely if needed. The phone at 2339 Broadview Rd. after July 25th, information or to sign up. Participants may Classified & Service Directory 11 number and fax number will not during regular business hours (9 a.m. to 5 be eligible for subsidized refurbished com- change. p.m.), Monday through Friday. puters when they complete the program. PAGE 2 OLD BROOKLYN NEWS JULY 2011 From the desk of the executive director by Robyn Sandys The other big [email protected] news is that we have partnered with the After five and half years of service with The big news in July for Old Brooklyn Plain Dealer to pro- Old Brooklyn Community Development CDC is that we are moving our office to duce a quarterly spe- Corporation (OBCDC), Lori Peterson has 2339 Broadview this month, actually the big cial section all about what is happening in resigned from her position as OBCDC's moving week is July 18 through July 25 with Old Brooklyn and surrounding areas. This Residential Marketing Manager. Her last day expected operations to be back to normal by publication will not take the place of the Old was Friday, June 17th. the around the 27th of July. The new space Brooklyn News. We tried this new concept Lori has moved on to be Program will provide ease of access for our residents with the Pop Up Pearl/Pedal for Prizes Manager for the Neighborhood Leadership because the entire operations will be on one events held on May 21. It was such a great Development Program.