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Volume 6, Issue 14, July 13, 2010 Rocky River Bites Back Again Lakewood Back In Court Over The Dog Park by Jim O’Bryan This week the Lakewood Dog Park is once again under attack by a very small group of Rocky Riverites that have for years claimed that the dog park used by so many Rocky Riveri- tes, but on Lakewood property, is ruining their lifestyle. This claim might have some traction for a variety of reasons. However, the courts have already Moving the park would destroy found it to be not true. In addi- bald eagle habitat. tion a sound surveying company has now found it not true. Most recently I myself, after having a small meeting with one of the loudest proponents for moving the dog park now realize that This area that is flooded is the area some in Rocky River would there may be issues here, but the like to see us move the park to. When told about the flooding they fault is not with one of Lake- didn’t care and laughed it off. wood’s finest assets- the dog park. In fact, I found quite the For what? Well for one, a dog During our meeting north to bread before head- leave natural habitat alone, to opposite. The dog park patrons park that list 20% of its mem- Mayor Edward FitzGerald ing back down south. It is keep residents safe, and our are one of the best groups of citi- bers from Rocky River. mentioned that the city of also the exact area where the wildlife safer. To allow both zens in this city, a city that has A postcard will soon be Rocky River had offered to help Bald Eagle, first shown here in cities to get on with their lives, much better and more impor- sent to all registered dog owners move the park to a flood plain. the LO, comes and fishes for and their use of all of this tant things on which to spend of Rocky River and to all resi- I told him I have hundreds of salmon in the early spring. money for better things. their time and money. dents in the sub-development photos of that area flooded, I understand that hard “If I have any beliefs about Last month, as a resident that includes High Parkway- the and that when it does it often feelings run deep here, but it immortality, it is that almost of the area I saw a sound crew street where the four residents does so without warning. is time for Rocky River and every dog I have known will go doing something so I stopped and co-plaintiffs (plus the City of These areas are also home Lakewood to move on and to heaven, and very, very few to talk. A Rocky River resi- Rocky River) live in the lawsuit to delicate wildlife. For exam- work together to build up the people will.” dent involved in the court case threatening to close Lakewood ple, In the spring I have seen park benefiting both cities. In -- James Thurber rudely told me they were doing Dog Park. Artist Marilyn Mul- nests for Egrets that come so doing, they will be able to a sound survey and pointed ligan, a frequent dog park visitor out possible alternatives for the and owner of Puppins, a Puggle, dog park. I told him the indi- who would be very disappointed Lakewood Alum cated area floods many times a if the park closed, provided the year without warning, but he postcard’s original artwork. As became agitated and walked a resident of Rocky River, Mari- Swings For The Fences away before I could continue. lyn, outraged by the lawsuit, also So I took a couple photos and provided suggested language for by Clare Ciolli cinder block, and homemade bases and catcher’s equipment quietly went back to my house. the postcard’s message. “Please (Harding 6th grader) baseballs made of trash bags can be used.” All of the sound read- consider this unique opportu- Recently, Joe Trela came called “mecates.” After wit- Since 2009, Joe has ings made during this survey nity that you-as a Rocky River to talk to H2O – “Help to Oth- nessing the Nicaraguans involved the Hiram College were well within decibel lim- resident-have to support your ers” Summer Service Camp, passion for baseball as well as Baseball team, Baldwin Wal- its in both Rocky River and Lakewood Dog Park.” and we found out that this for- the conditions in which they lace College, Lakewood High Lakewood. In fact the dog Meanwhile here in mer Hiram College Baseball were playing, Joe had idea. School, the Cleveland Indians, barking was quieter than birds, Lakewood residents are not player is on a mission. Using what he had seen on as well as Geiger’s and a num- planes, cars, coughing, radios, so cool. They see this as yet Speaking about a recent his trip, Joe had the inspiration ber of other local organizations. and almost even the wind! another attack, another dog- study abroad trip to Nica- for “Up 2Bat for Nicaragua.” If you have any gen- With this new evidence fight that simply does not have ragua, the second poorest His organization is dedicated tly used baseball or softball at hand, why would one or to be the black hole for funds country in South America, to collecting new or gently equipment that you would like a small handful of people that it has become. he told the camp about how used baseball supplies that to donate to Up 2Bat for Nica- be allowed to bring a case to Last week I stopped by baseball is their favorite sport. can be sent to Nicaragua in ragua, you can bring the items court again and again forcing the mayor’s office where we While working in one of the an effort to provide these kids to the Lakewood High School both cities that generally get discussed the matter at hand. local schools, Joe was invited ample equipment to play their L-Room Monday-Friday from along fight with each other, He told me that the City has to play baseball with the kids. favorite sport. The United 9am-4pm, and H2O’s Summer spend nearly $100,000 in legal no intention of walking away “I wasn’t expecting a States Air Force’s Humanitar- Service Camp will pass them fees and studies, and generally from this dog fight. That he fancy, brand new stadium, but ian Aid program has pledged along. You can also bring the make everyone around the area realizes more and more every- I was not expecting this.” to ship all of the items to their items to Geiger’s in Lakewood. miserable? In a combined pop- day what pets and dogs mean Joe found that they were intended location. Remember, any gen- ulation of nearly 85,000 people, to the residents of Lakewood. using a total of three baseball “Anything from gloves, tly used equipment will be 22 get to throw money away? This city loves animals. gloves, bases made of crushed bats, balls to hats, jerseys, accepted! Page 2 The Lakewood Observer July 13, 2010

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This calendar presents various public Lakewood events and notices for the next two weeks (excluding Lakewood Pub- lic Library sponsored events found separately on the Lakewood Library page). Calendar items can be submitted at our website at www.lakewoodobserver.com on the Home Page. Whereas this printed calendar listing is limited to non-profit events relevant to Lakewood, our website calendar welcomes all Lakewood events! Compiled by Mel Page Wednesday, July 14 Wednesday, July 21 Wednesday North Union Farmer’s Market Wednesday North Union Farmers Market 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Kaufmann Park Parking Lot behind Drug Mart, 15412 Detroit 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Kaufmann Park Parking Lot. Thursday, July 15 LEAF Night 5:30 to 8:00 PM, Lakewood Main Library Porch Grace Presbyterian Rummage Sale - Runs through Saturday. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Grace Presbyterian Church, corner of Hilliard $ Madison Profiling Islam: Faith under surveillance Huge selection! Electronics, furniture, housewares, tools, clothing, sports, toys, books 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Max Wohl Civil Liberties Center, 4506 Chester Ave., Cleveland and more! Free donuts and coffee. What does a terrorist look like? Unfortunately, in post 9/11 America, many in govern- ment and the media portray “terrorist” and “Muslim” as interchangeable identities. As a LEAF Third Thursday’s Speaker Series - On Beekeeping 6:00 PM, Mahall’s 20 Lanes, 13200 Madison Ave. result, Muslims are often targets of racial, ethnic and religious profiling. Join Julia Shear- See Page 18 for story. son, executive director for the Cleveland chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Cleveland), for a discussion of religious profiling, national security, and Friday, July 16 religious freedom. This is the fourth in the 2010 Brown Bag Lecture Series. To RSVP or YMCA Olympic Swim Clinic for more information, call (216) 472-2220 or email [email protected]. 1:00 - 3:00 PM, Lakewood Family YMCA, 16915 Detroit Ave. Thursday, July 22 The goal of this program is to help swimmers improve the technical aspects of each Introductory Lakewood Block Club Meeting stroke. Freestyle, backstroke, butterfly and breaststroke will be covered. This program 7:00 - 8:30 PM, Main Lakewood Public Library Auditorium at 15425 Detroit Ave. is free and open for both males and females ages 8 -18 years that can swim the length At this meeting you will: 1. Learn how to set up a Block Club on your street. 2. Meet of a 25 yard pool. Space is limited, so please sign up at the Lakewood YMCA or online with Ward Police Officers. 3. Receive information on City services. 4. Discover how a at our website. http://www.clevelandymca.org/branches/lakewood/index.html. Block club on your street will benefit you and your neighbors. For more info you can “The Producers” at the Beck Center - Runs until Aug. 22nd. visit www.onelakewood.com Showtimes: 8pm Fridays and Saturdays and 3pm Sundays. Beck Center for the Arts, Mackey Main Stage, 17801 Detroit Avenue Friday, July 23 Book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan. See Page 16 for story. To reserve tickets, “Christmas in July” Benefiting St. Augustine Health Campus call the Beck Center at 216.521.2540 ext. 10, or request seats at www.beckcenter.org. 5:00 - 9:00 PM, PJ McIntyre’s Irish Pub, 17119 Lorain Road, Cleveland Come Join “Angels on the Avenue” as we host a “Christmas in July Super Happy Saturday, July 17 Hour” for the benefit of St. Augustine Health Campus. For a $20 donation, enjoy Saturday Lakewood Farmers Market unlimited draft beer, coffee, pop, and heavy appetizers. We will have raffles and other 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the City Center Park, in front of Marc’s on Detroit Ave. surprises!!! For more info, call (216) 701-3143 or go to www.staugustinemanor.org The market will operate every Saturday (except August 7 due to the Lakewood Arts Friday Night Flick - “Daddy Day Camp” Festival) through October 2. This market is being organized by a volunteer group, 9:30 PM, Lakewood Park Bandstand, 14532 Lake Ave. with the support of the City, who saw a need to offer an additional market during the Come join us for this free movie in the Park. In case of rain, shown at 8:00 PM in the weekend. Their mission is to connect local residents with fresh, local, homemade/ City Hall Auditorium, 12650 Detroit Ave. Call (216) 529-6650 after 5:00 PM on movie handmade/homegrown produce and products while encouraging local entrepreneur- night or tune into Lakewood Radio 1660 AM if unsure of weather. ship and unify the community through sustainable endeavors. Saturday, July 24 Grace Presbyterian Rummage Sale 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Grace Presbyterian Church, corner of Hilliard & Madison Saturday Lakewood Farmers Market 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the City Center Park, in front of Marc’s Plaza on Detroit Ave. The Friends of Lakewood Public Library Book Sale 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, The Front Porch of Lakewood Public Library, 15425 Detroit Ave. Sunday, July 25 LakewoodAlive & Well Streetwalk 2010 Summer Band Concert - “Ki Allen, Lady Jazz” 3:00 - 8:00 PM. Closed Detroit Road from Belle to Arthur Ave. 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Lakewood Park Bandstand, 14532 Lake Ave. See Page 12 for full details. Join us for this free concert in the park. In the event of rain, this concert will be held in Wine Tasting Benefiting Susan G. Komen Foundation the Lakewood City Hall Auditorium, 12650 Detroit Ave. 6:00 - 9:00 PM, The Fine Wine and Tobacco, 26179 Detroit Rd. (located at Jefferson Square directly east of Canterbury Rd). Visit our calendar online for many more events at The Fine Wine and Tobacco is hosting a wine tasting charity event benfiting the Susan www.lakewoodobserver.com G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The tasting will feature over 30 wines from around the world. The cost is $25, which includes appetizers, and a portion of the Your Independent Source for proceeds will be donated to the foundation. Please RSVP with Nick at (440) 892-7096. Lakewood News & Opinion Sunday, July 18 Lakewood Community Day with the Lake Erie Crushers Published biweekly with a current circulation of 10,000+ copies. The paper is made available free 5:05 PM, All Pro Freight Stadium, Avon, Ohio of charge and can be found at over 130 business locations within the City of Lakewood and on our The 2009 Frontier League Champion Lake Erie Crushers proudly present our second website. The views and opinions expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views annual Lakewood Community Day. 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Lakewood Healthcare When To Go To The Emergency Room: Symptoms You Should Not Ignore by Anne Kuenzel more life threatening in a shorter Adults: You feel a stab of pain in your chest, amount of time than an adult. * Chest Pain and/or Shortness of Breath abdomen, or head that makes you won- We hope that you never have to * Unexplained Weakness/Numbness der what just happened. Is it a sign visit Lakewood Hospital’s ER, but if * Uncontrolled bleeding that something is wrong? Is it serious? you do, we want you to know that we’re * Headache: migraine, classic or other Should you ignore it, or go to the near- here for you, 24/7. * Coughing/Vomiting Blood est ER? For many of us, deciding when Our ER treats more than 34,000 * Abdominal pain to go the ER can be a difficult decision. patients each year and is always staffed * Persistent Fever The specially trained staff at the with highly trained ER doctors, regis- * Extreme case of Vomiting/Diarrhea Lakewood Hospital Emergency Room tered nurses and paramedics who treat * Seizure recommends that you error on the side patients of all ages with medical issues * Severe pain due to injury of caution, especially if the person is ranging from broken bones to strokes elderly or a child. Oftentimes, when an and heart attack. Children: older person becomes ill or falls, they So, what symptoms should you not * Severe convulsions can quickly take a turn for the worst. ignore? Here are some top symptoms * Coughing or vomiting blood A child’s condition can also become you should not ignore: * Severe neck stiffness or pain * Unusual fussiness * Extreme sleepiness, difficulty waking up, or lack of alertness * Fever of 105 degrees (40.6˚C) or higher 30–60 minutes after giving fever-reducing medicine * Any signs of urinary tract infection, ie: frequent and/or pain or burning with urination * Signs of severe dehydration: sunken soft spot, no tears, dry diaper, weak * Asthma / Respiratory Distress * Difficulty breathing

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Lakewood Council News Stricter Rules Governing Fire Pits Council President Kevin But- by Christopher Bindel Kelly proposed was to allow dining ler (Ward I) called the June 21, 2010 establishments in multi-family, high Council Meeting to order at 7:40 P.M. He also asked that the Build- and side yard grilling and storage. density, residential districts, this being The first order of business was to ing Commission look into whether it Both ordinances were referred to the the area of the high rises and condos excuse the absence of Councilwoman should create guidelines for the instil- Public Safety Committee. down on Lake and Edgewater. As of Mary Louise Madigan (Ward IV) who lation of rain barrels and other onsite After a few comments from the right now the current building code was on her way to Washington D.C. water treatment. Along with creating public, Council President Butler dose not allow restaurants to exist in for work related training. guidelines he suggested they updat- adjourned the meeting at 8:53 P.M. those areas, despite the fact that both Councilwoman Monique Smith ing the Building Codes so that terms At the next meeting of Council, the Carlyle and Winton Place have (At-Large) then read a communica- surrounding the use and placement of on July 6, Council President Butler had restaurants operating in those tion from the Rules and Ordinances these structures are clear. He hopes by called the meeting to order at 7:34 districts for years. The reason for the Committee regarding staff evalua- creating attractive incentives, rather P.M. Director of Human Services, change is to first update the Building tions for the Council Office. They than just dozens of houses the city Dorothy Buckon, then started off the Code so it coincides with the existence want to make the process more for- could have hundreds or thousands meeting buy asking Council to pass of these restaurants, and also make it mal and standardized. They decided with their own onsite storm water a resolution thanking William “Bill” possible so that the area that formerly to go with a system that already works treatment. Hritz for over 20 years of service to housed Swingo’s on the Lake can be and copied it from what the Human Though Councilman Bullock the Ohio Senior Health Insurance filled by a new establishment. With- Resources office already uses. wished to submit his communication Information Program (OSHIP). In out this change that can not be done. Next Councilman Brian Powers to both the Public Works Committee February of 1990 Bill completed spe- Both ordinances were referred to (At-Large) read a communication ask- and the Building Commission it was cialized training with the State and the Planning Commission to be con- ing Council to consider working with decided to only refer it to the Public began offering OSHIP services for sidered. businesses to come up with incentives Works Committee first. seniors at the Division of Aging. He Director Kelly then continued by that would encourage city employees Next Councilman Bullock became known for his dependability asking Council to consider an ordi- to become, and stay, Lakewood resi- asked council to pass a resolution and attention to detail and excelled nance that clarifies and changes some dents. He brings this up as the School that would require the Planning at the program’s goal of eliminating features of the City’s Building Code Board is looking into similar possi- Commission to create a citywide the fears of senior when dealing with regarding signs. The City currently bilities, working with First Federal of comprehensive bicycle and pedes- their medical bills. Director Buckon has fairly strict guidelines regulat- Lakewood to maybe offer incentives trian plan. He said that because said he, “Always preformed his ser- ing the use of signage in the City. Last to Board employees. Councilman Lakewood was a street car city it vice with a great degree of knowledge, year, after Councilwoman Antonio Powers said that the City should look is naturally laid out to be bicycle compassion, [and] patience,” and that had spoken to some Madison busi- into the same kinds of incentives and and pedestrian friendly, but that he, “Will be missed by both seniors nesses that had some issues with the possibly team up with the Board and it has yet to be fully realized. Ear- and staff members.” City regarding their signs, asked that the Library. He said though the Hos- lier in the year, he stated, the Public Council Members Kevin But- the regulations be looked at, and pos- pital is the largest tax payer in the Works Committee discussed ways ler, Mary Louise Madigan and Nickie sibly changed, to make it easier for City, it is often overlooked that the to improve facilities, routes and Antonio each thanked Mr. Hritz and businesses to have a little more leeway City is the largest employer and only safety of cyclists starting with than Council passed the resolution. with their signs. At the time she was 30% of City employees live in the City. simple things like expanding bike Director of Public Works, Joseph specifically discussing shingle signs, Councilman Powers made a point to parking. However during the con- Beno, then asked Council to pass an however the changes hope to simplify clarify that he is only looking to cre- versation it was discussed that the ordinance that would be the final leg- and expedite the process of all signs ate incentives for employees to live in lack of a comprehensive bike and islation on the Detroit traffic signal being approved. Businesses will have Lakewood, not requirements. pedestrian plan causes difficulty construction. The ordinance is for hearings and approval meetings to go Council received the communica- when making traffic, building code, appropriating the money for the City’s to. Language was clarified and some of tion and referred it to the Committee and spending decisions that are portion of the cost. The entire cost the more restricting aspects removed of the Whole. rational. Bullock is optimistic that of the project is approximately $2.1 allowing businesses to have a little bit Councilman Tom Bullock (Ward by integrating aspects of this Plan million dollars, of which the City’s more freedom they were able to enjoy II) then read a communication ask- in the planning of roads and other total responsibility is $641,593.20 before. The ordinance was referred to ing Council to consider alternate, land use projects that the City will dollars. The money will go to the the Economic Development Commit- on site, storm water treatment in the discover it can affordably integrate Ohio Department of Transportation tee for consideration. City. Starting with the EPA requir- these aspects into construction and (ODOT) for handling the construc- Having come to the end of the ing the City to start making changes maintenance projects already being tion. The ordinance was referred to agenda items, Council President to come in to compliance with cur- done, as opposed to being done on the Public Works Committee to be Butler opened the floor to the admin- rant laws, the City raised water rates there own. Finally he stated that he considered. istration and Council members. to cover the those costs as well as the believed that having this plan would Next the director of the Plan- Councilwoman Antonio thank the rising treatment costs. During the make Lakewood more successful at ning and Development Department, Public works Department, and every- deliberation of raising the water rates winning state and federal transpor- Nathan Kelly, introduced two ordi- one else involved, on such a fantastic the idea was discussed of offering tation funds as these agencies have nances that would change items in the Fourth of July. She said she loved how incentives for property owners that encouraged cities to integrate these Building Code. The first changes the smoothly and safe everything went practice their own form of waste water aspects. distance property owners are allowed and was very impressed at how clean management such as rain barrels, dis- The resolution was referred to the to build structures relative to the right the park looked even just the next day. connected down spouts, rain gardens Public Works Committee for further of way on Madison and Detroit. Cur- Mayor Ed Fitzgerald then wanted or porous concrete. If this is done it discussion. rently that distance is 25 feet. The to make Council aware that on July could save the City money in treat- Chief Mroz then introduced a change to the ordinance would make 8th the trial between the City of ment cost. Also, if enough of it is done few changes to the City’s current Fire the new distance 0-5 feet. The rea- Lakewood and the City of Rocky River it could save the City the enormous Code. The first change is the addi- son the Planning Department wants over the Lakewood Dog Park was still cost of digging several giant under- tion of a new chapter of the code to do this is so that new buildings are going to move forward. Unfortunately ground overflow cisterns that would regarding the policies of open burn- consistent with the majority of the the last try at a settlement failed so the be required by the EPA. ing within the City limits. As fire pits buildings on those streets creating an trial will move forward. The Mayor Under the recommendation of the and outdoor grilling have increased in urban street wall. Also he notes mov- said he believes it could be a some- City engineer, Councilman Bullock popularity over the last several years it ing commercial buildings away from what lengthy trial, at least continuing submitted an ordinance that would has become necessary for the City to adjacent residences and requiring the following week, and that upwards allow property owners to disconnect clarify the regulations regarding the parking to the rear as possible benefits of 20 witnesses will be called. downspouts without prior approval use of these appliances as well as offer to this change. With the flexibility of With no more comments from the from the engineer. He states that the options for stricter enforcement of the 0-5’ regulation it gives building Administration or Council, Council practice of connecting down spouts repeat offenders. The second change owners some options which may allow President Butler adjourned the meet- to sewers is inefficient and based on he introduced would allow fire official them to widen the sidewalk or set up ing at 8:20 P.M. out dated thinking rather then today’s to issue a citation on site for violation an outdoor dining area. best practices. to maximum capacity loads and front The second change Director

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UPCOMING BOOK SALES: BOOK GROUPS: Saturday, July 17 Friends “Lakewood Alive & Well Streetwalk” Tuesday, July 20 Book Sale KNIT & LIT BOOK CLUB 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Lynda Tuennerman hosts a social club for multitaskers—a combination book club and stitchery group. She’s looking for readers who can enjoy intense discussion Main Library of modern classics while relaxing with their latest stitching project. Come share Saturday, August 7 your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, counted Arts Festival Sale cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. At each meeting, the 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. group decides what will be read next. Call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127 or visit www. Friends Book Sale Area, Main Library lkwdpl.org/bookclubs to learn more. Tonight’s book discussion is on Olive Kitter- idge by Elizabeth Strout UPCOMING PROGRAMS: 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

Friday, July 16 LEARNING LAB CLASSES: LakewoodAlive presents: FRONT PORCH CONCERTS Celebrate Lakewood’s rich diversity and youthful talent with live, family- Reservations for computer instruction classes begin the first of each month. friendly entertainment in front of the Library—Lakewood’s Front Porch! Bring a To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127. We ask that all stu- chair and a happy heart and don’t forget your dancing shoes! dents come to class with a working knowledge of the mouse. If you need help, visit Lakewood Is Art: One World Music Series: Saborit Latin Soul the Technology Center and ask the staff to set you up on our Mouse Training Pro- 7:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Main Library gram. It’s fun, easy and essential to becoming computer literate. All classes take place in the Main Library Learning Lab on the 2nd floor. Saturday, July 17 UPCOMING JULY CLASSES: THE LAKEWOOD PUBLIC CINEMA: The Fly Thurs. July 15: JOB HUNTING WORKSHOP from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (1958) Directed by Kurt Neumann Rated PG Sat. July 17: INTERNET BASICS @ 3:00 p.m. With Vincent Price in the lead, you know you’re in for classic suspense horror. Tues. July 20: SPREADSHEET BASICS @ 7:00 p.m. A scientist developing a teleportation device is forever entangled with a common Sat. July 24: E-MAIL BASICS @ 3:00 p.m. housefly when he foolishly experiments on himself. Though not as gory as the 80s remake, this movie is still plenty scary. LEAF COMMUNITY 2010 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Every Wednesday night at 5:30 p.m. on the Main Library’s Front Porch through the Harvest. Friday, July 23 LakewoodAlive presents: FRONT PORCH CONCERTS CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES Celebrate Lakewood’s rich diversity and youthful talent with live, family- friendly entertainment in front of the Library—Lakewood’s Front Porch! Bring a WEEKEND PROGRAMS: chair and a happy heart and don’t forget your dancing shoes! FAMILY WEEKEND WONDERS Lakewood Is Art: One World Music Series: Carlos Jones and The P.L.U.S. Band Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring 7:00 p.m. on the Front Porch of the Main Library stories, activities, music and crafts. Our staff will provide materials and ideas for families wishing to continue reading and storytelling at home. The programs are Saturday, July 24 free and there is no need to register in advance. FIVE STAR FILMS: Being Julia Main Library: Friday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. (U.K.-2004) Directed By Istvan Szabo Rated R Saturday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00p.m. Annette Bening and Jeremy Irons star in this delightfully naughty story about Sunday: 2:00 p.m. a prima diva of the London stage and her amorous escapade with a smitten boy toy. Madison Branch: Friday 10:30 a.m. Two can play at that game. The diva discovers her impresario husband romancing a much younger actress. Not one to be upstaged, she concocts a divinely wicked Main: scheme to exact her revenge. July 16, 17, 18: Going Buggy! 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium July 23, 24, 25: In the Small, Small Pond

Sunday, July 25 Madison: SUNDAY WITH THE FRIENDS: FROM DINO TO DIAMOND July 16, 17, 18: Pails of Fun The musical styles of Dean, Frank and Sammy come together in one-man Rat July 23, 24, 25: Going Buggy! Pack, Scott Brotherton. Listen to the music of Nat King Cole, Bobby Darrin, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond performed the way they would have done WEEKENDS WITH WEE ONES: For families with children under 2 years old it on the strip. Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materi- als and ideas for families wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the year, and there is no need to register in advance. Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Madison Branch Children’s and Youth Services Department

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS: For children ages 7 – 12 Bone up on your reading skills by reading to a dog. Drop in for a one-on-one session with one of our dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International. Saturday, August 14 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multi- purpose Room

Programs for Youth and Teens

GAMES GALORE: For youth entering sixth through eighth grade Looking for something to do with all of your free time this summer? Do you like videogames? Scavenger hunts? Characters from Nintendo? Then join us for an hour of excitement and fun! Drop in for one or for all! Tuesday, July 20: Wii Night Tuesday, July 27: Nintendo Paper Models

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Lakewood Public Library Free Computer Classes Available At The Library by Amy Kloss Google. Web Searching Basics cov- mation and ask questions that pertain ext. 127 to register. Reservations for If you’re a computer beginner, you ers a variety of search engines, and to their individual job searches. computer classes begin the first day of are not alone. There are many people demonstrates how search results vary All computer classes are held in the the month in which the classes will be who don’t have an e-mail account or depending on how the engine is orga- Learning Lab at the Main Branch of the held. Most classes are held on Satur- know how to navigate the web. If you’re nized. Students learn how to modify Lakewood Public Library, 15425 Detroit days; Spreadsheet Basics is on a Tuesday a Lakewood Library patron, however, search terms to get better results; the Avenue. Students must have a valid evening every other month. The Job you’re in luck. Any patron who wishes difference between website extensions Lakewood Library card, and registration Hunting Workshop is the third Thurs- to enter the digital age can take advan- like .com, .net and .gov; and how to is required; stop in or call 216/226-8275, day of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. tage of free computer classes offered at evaluate the quality of different sites. the main branch of the Lakewood Pub- In E-mail Basics, students log The Art Of Development: lic Library. into a sample e-mail account and run The library offers five classes in the through the basic functions: reading LPL Foundation Supports basics of computing; topics include the new messages, composing, replying, internet, web searching, e-mail, word deleting and forwarding. They also Student Achievement processing and spreadsheets. A Job learn to use e-mail safely by avoiding by Dan Slife meet the challenging demands of career Hunting Workshop is also offered each spam, scams and viruses. Students are During these trying economic times and citizenship in a digitizing world. By month for those who need help navigat- not required to have an e-mail account college prep resources are at a premium helping students to achieve higher scores ing the world of internet job hunting. before taking the class; however, time for Lakewood’s aspiring baccalaureates. on their ACT exams, the Foundation is Although most classes are geared toward does not allow students to sign up for With college tuition costs on the rise, addressing this key strategic goal, head beginners with very limited computer an account during class. families are looking for affordable ways on. The classes took place in the Main knowledge, it is important that all stu- In Word Processing Basics, stu- to prepare teens on the cusp of adulthood Library Learning Lab, where library staff dents know how to use a mouse before dents create a grocery list as a sample for the college admissions process. The also administer computer and informa- they come to class. Mouse training is document and then learn to copy, paste, Lakewood Public Library Foundation tion literacy classes designed to empower available in the Library’s Technology and change the font styles. Saving and is doing its part to support this student adults to cross the digital divide. Both the Center. To learn more about signing up retrieving documents is also covered. population by funding an annual ACT Foundation and library adult instruction for classes, visit www.lkwdpl.org/classes Spreadsheet Basics includes tips preparation course, administered by the team are working to address these criti- or call 226-8275, ext. 127. on sorting data, automating calcula- Princeton Review. cal, 21 century needs. Internet Basics and Web Searching tions and turning out attractive charts “Our goal is to to help students And the impact of the Founda- Basics cover fundamental knowledge and graphs. Both Microsoft Excel and raise their test scores who otherwise tion’s efforts on Lakewood’s late-teen needed to navigate the web and do free open source alternatives are dem- might not be able to afford a course like learners is clear. Participant feedback research online. Internet Basics teaches onstrated. this on their own,” says Lynn Foran, from the most recent ACT Prepara- students how to access the inter- The Job Hunting workshop con- community activist and President of the tion session glows with expressions of net using a browser, manipulate the centrates on what is needed to effectively Lakewood Public Library Foundation. appreciation and growing confidence. windows that allow internet access, conduct a job search on the internet. “We know that a higher ACT test score One participant noted that Princ- recognize a web address and visit a These classes help job seekers prepare increases a student’s acceptance into a eton Review instructor Pete Brodnick website. The class also offers ideas on an internet-friendly resume, send a college and can also directly affect col- “explained everything.” Many students different ways to use the Internet and resume through e-mail and discover the lege scholarship opportunities.” commented on the breadth of material suggests websites for practice. latest trends in job-hunting on the web. The Lakewood Public Library covered. “He kept the course going at Web searching is more than just Students are encouraged to share infor- Foundation was established in 1994 a good pace and answered all of our to support Lakewood’s learners, questions,” said another participant. young and old, by increasing access to Services like the Foundation’s Scott Brotherton Performing knowledge and information through ACT preparation course help to posi- traditional and emerging mediums. tion Lakewood’s late teens to achieve “From Dino to Diamond” According to its website, “The Foun- success and happiness in a rapidly by Joan Rubenking Wowcats,” who performed throughout dation is especially challenged by the changing world that requires both tra- If you remember the famed “Rat Los Angeles and won “best vocal group” information revolution and the inevi- ditional and digital smarts. They get Pack” and the music of Dean, Frank, and on Natalie Cole’s TV show, “Big Break.” table transformation of the Lakewood there through a connection to our cul- Sammy, then this program is a must-see He regularly does singing and voiceover Public Library.” ture’s storehouse of information, the for you. Join us on Sunday, July 25, at work and commercials as well. In college, students will prepare to public library. 2 p.m. as the one-man Rat Pack, Scott Although Scott maintains a home Brotherton, presents an hour of songs base here in a west side suburb of Cleve- from the Vegas strip. Scott’s impec- land, he goes where the performances cable renditions will take you through take him. Scott has worked in Las the decades as he presents vocal selec- Vegas, on Wayne Newton’s show, “The tions ranging from Dean Martin’s glory Entertainer,” and has played at the days, through the 50’s with the voices of Imperial Palace in the Kabuki Lounge. Ray Charles, Nat King Cole, and Bobby During his time at the Imperial, Scott Darin, and on into the 60’s 70’s and 80’s also portrayed Neil Diamond with in the styles of Johnny Mathis, Engel- the popular “Legends Dealertainers,” bert, James Taylor, and others. Scott will where celebrity look-a-likes take to the also display his versatility with a dash of tables and deal for the customers while Country as he sings songs from Garth in character. In Los Angeles, Scott has Brooks, Kenny Rogers, and Johnny performed at many well known venues, Cash. Of course, the concert would not including: The House of Blues, The be complete without including the leg- Roxy Theater, B.B. King’s at Universal endary Neil Diamond. City Walk, and The Palladium. Scott has been a performing singer With his seamless blend of the and actor since the age of 11. He has old and new, and vocal styles that run been seen in more than fifty shows, the gamut of the entertainment world, including: South Pacific, The Music Scott Brotherton is an act for any music Man, Pippin, Joseph and the Amaz- lover to enjoy. Sunday, July 25, will be Stop in and see why we are everyone’s favorite patio. ing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and The swinging at the Library, so make plans So plan your next party at ATC on the Patio Pirates of Penzance, for which he won to take in this musical hit parade. This the Los Angeles Dramalogue Award for free event is generously funded by or in the Warehouse! Best Performance in a Musical. Scott Cuyahoga residents through Cuyahoga was a founding member of the four- Arts and Culture and the Friends of the man a cappella group, “The Hollywood Lakewood Public Library.

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Lakewood Schools Lakewood To Change Athletic Conferences by Christine Gordillo ern suburbs that are in closer proximity games. Shorter travel times will reduce created significant travel problems for Beginning with the 2012-2013 to Lakewood Schools than most NOC the time-crunch on student athletes our athletic teams and fans. The move school year, the Lakewood City Schools teams. balancing homework and games as well to the WSC will create a better travel athletic teams will move from the The change of conferences also as allow more family and friends to see situation and provide greater opportu- Northeast Ohio Conference to compete will reduce significantly travel time the teams perform at away games. nities to build exciting rivalries.” in the West Shore Conference, which is a for student athletes and transportation “The NOC is a class organiza- WSC President and Rocky River better geographic match for Lakewood. costs for the district as the teams travel tion,” said Lakewood Athletic Director High School Principal Debra Bernard The move will allow Lakewood to better to places such as Twinsburg, Stow, Bob Thayer. “However, it has not been said the league is “estatic about Lakewood develop school rivalries with other west- Hudson and Cuyahoga Falls for NOC a good fit for Lakewood. Being a geo- Schools joining the West Shore Confer- graphical fringe team in the NOC has ence league in 2012. Lakewood Schools Three Arts Club Scholarship Winners are the perfect complement of compe- by Barbara Milenius students based on auditions held in tition to the other seven schools in our The Three Arts Club of Lakewood early June and judged by local profes- LHS Model league and we look forward to develop- announces that ten local area students sional musicians. ing competitive rivalries.” have won scholarship grants in the per- Winners of the 2010 scholarship UN Team The West Shore Conference is cur- forming arts for further college study. grants are: rently made up of Avon, Bay Village, Each grant of $1,000 is awarded to the Justin Caithaml of Elyria- Voice Rated Tops Elyria Catholic, Fairview Park, Fire- Lena Console of Cleveland Heights- lands (Oberlin), Midview (Grafton), Trumpet Again North Ridgeville, Rocky River and Ver- Annalise Dzwonczyk of milion. Fairview and Firelands will be by Christine Gordillo Avon Lake- Voice leaving the conference after the 2010- Timothy P. Laskey Vicki Hamm of Medina- Cello 2011 school year. Lakewood has been a The Cleveland Council on certified public accountant Alyssa Hoffert of Independence- member of the NOC since fall 2007. World Affairs recently honored Saxophone Lakewood’s move to a new athletic Lakewood High’s Model United Ryan Hurd of Parma- Saxophone conference was one component of an Nations team as the most outstand- Tax Preparation & Johnathan Snyder of Lakewood- Oboe overall athletic program review under- ing school from its Spring Model Devin Starks of Cleveland Heights- taken by the district this past school Accounting Services UN Conference held in April. It is Double Bass year. In June, the Lakewood Board of the third straight semester that the Myroslava Stefaniuk of Education passed a resolution based on individual • small business school’s Model UN team has won Cleveland- Voice recommendations from a committee corporate • estate the honor. Kristen Todd of Wakeman- Piano that conducted the research and review. “That is highly unusual for one The Three Arts Club of Lakewood The resolution outlines a district phi- school to win the award for both the 12511 Madison Avenue was founded in 1919 in order to further losophy that centers on improving fall and the spring (conferences),” Lakewood, OH 44107 interest and enjoyment in the arts of academic achievement for the student said Richard Crepage, director of P: 216/521-2100 music, drama, and dance, and to pro- athlete and increasing participation in education for the Council on World F: 216/521-3258 vide awards for deserving students who athletics and recreational activities. Affairs. 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Lakewood Schools Is The Lakewood BOE Commited To Full Day Kindergarten? by Danielle Masters stand. During the 7:15 am meeting the Fall? If we do. provide a guarantee. There is no vid- The following is the printed text on July 1st Ms. Soeder explained how How does the District explain this eotaped record of this meeting, and an of my question to the School Board the seeking of this waiver is essentially to the voters of Lakewood? explanation as to why there was none at their regular meeting on Monday a shell-game. This waiver is merely a In laymen’s terms, are we having was not given. night, July 12, during the Communica- formality to free up funding for all- all-day Kindergarten this Fall? Are Clearly this Board’s problems with tion period. day kindergarten, which is exactly the we having all-day Kindergarten in the transparency are not only with the gen- Question for the Lakewood BOE opposite of what the Resolution, asking 2011-2012 school year? A simple yes or eral public but amongst themselves. and District: for this waiver states. no would be appreciated. And then the Dr. Madak does not appear to feel Please bear with me tonight as In the Sun Post article regarding reasons for that decision. this way, as he summed up by saying, the issue I wish to question you on is this very same issue it states that: Thank you. I would like a copy “It mystifies me why this was an issue complex. This is regarding an emer- “At a special meeting Thursday, of this to be entered into the official at all.” gency resolution that three members of school board members voted 2-1 to ask record, I have one here. I responded that this is was an the Board voted on during the July 1st the State for a waiver to release federal Joe Madak addressed my ques- issue because the resolution lacks any Board meeting. The resolution states: grants from last school year to pay for tions first. wording regarding this being a fund- “WHEREAS, The Lakewood the extended kindergarten program He said that there is no question in ing issue. Instead it says that this is a Board of Education recognizes that for 2010-11. Board member Matthew his mind whether all-day kindergarten waiver to enable the District to NOT providing all-day, every-day kinder- Markling opposed the resolution; two would be offered this Fall. It will defi- OFFER THE PROGRAM. garten presents a hardship to the school other members were absent.” nitely be offered this Fall. He said that While I am reassured by Dr. district and is seeking a waiver for the I fail to see anywhere in the actual the idea that it might not be was a mis- Madak’s adamant statements, I won- delay of implementation; and, resolution where it states that the understanding regarding funding. der whether I have come any further in WHEREAS, the Lakewood Board waiver is to release federal grants from He went on to say that provid- the matter of how the Board commu- of Education understands that the the last school year to pay for all-day ing for all-day kindergarten out of nicates issues with the general public waiver is for the delay of all-day, every- kindergarten. Perhaps that is part of the general fund would require that or even with each other. They did not day kindergarten for the 2010-2011 the “shell game” I was referring to. I class sizes be 35 per class or upwards, address the issue of how there could school year; and, don’t know. which would be a hardship for the Dis- have been such confusion between and WHEREAS, the Lakewood Board The other problem is that at the trict. This is why they are classifying within the District and the Board itself. of Education acknowledges that the same July 1st meeting, the administra- this as a “hardship” and this is why Of course we in the general public are Superintendent may seek a waiver tion, under the direction of Dr. Madak, the District is trying to finance it cre- confused. with board approval by submitting the guaranteed that all-day kindergarten atively. The waiver, declaring hardship, My next question will be exactly board adopted resolution for delay, the would indeed be offered for the 2010- will enable them to free up 300 to 400 what programming is being offered, justification for the waiver and a plan 2011 school year. But when Board thousand dollars of unused Title funds and where the programming cuts are. for implementation for providing all- members Shaughnessy and Beebe were from last year to pay for this year’s all What are we keeping, what are we day, every-day kindergarten beginning pressed to give that same guarantee, day Kindergarten. Everything they are losing and when will they make this in 2011-2012 school year; and, they refused. doing is within the law. He said that it public so that parents can prepare for WHEREAS, on July 1, 2010 the This leads one to wonder what is unclear when we will know the status the upcoming school year? Lakewood Board of Education recom- exactly the school board intends to do. of the waiver, as the filing deadline was Trust remains an issue. We still mends and grants permission to the Now for my own reasons I do not June 30th, and the Board didn’t meet have out there a resolution which states Superintendent to seek a waiver. trust resolutions that are “just formali- until July 1st. that we want a waiver making it okay BE IT RESOLVED that the ties,” or “procedural.” Back before the From this statement it appears that NOT to offer all-day kindergarten. Lakewood Board of Education recom- Phase III process officially began, a res- at least Dr. Madak is very familiar with My fear over the last resolution that mends that the Superintendent seek a olution was signed by the Board stating exactly how much money we have, was supposed to be merely procedural waiver for the delay of all-day, every- that Grant Elementary School would and exactly what programs we will be proved, in the end, to be exactly what day kindergarten for the 2010-2011 be demolished. At that time we were funding. If he can say categorically, it was. This situation has never been school year.” all told that it was merely a formality, that providing for all-day kindergarten addressed or even acknowledged. The question is: Does the district in fact that it was “procedural” and out of the general fund would require The only way this entire issue can intend to offer full-day kindergarten that a name had to be put in there, and larger class sizes, it implies that cutting be resolved is that the Board become for the 2010-2011 school year despite that Grant school was randomly cho- is already down to the bone. transparent regarding where the Dis- the wording of the waiver? Does the sen, instead of something that would This further implies that the Dis- trict is and where it’s going. With facts district intend to offer full-day kinder- be more accurate, like, “To be deter- trict knows exactly what programming and figures and full communication of garten for the 2011-2012 school year? mined.” they are offering in the Fall. where we are headed, and WHY, to the Where does the Board stand on its I trusted the Board, but after Board member Matt Markling best of their ability in these uncertain commitment to this program? months of wasted time that was exactly said he voted “no” at that July 1st meet- economic times. Now I understand this is a sophis- what the Board voted to do. ing because it was his understanding Right now we know the answers to ticated issue that has many different So now we are being told that this that there was not a consensus among neither of these questions, but we do facets, so let me see if I truly under- waiver is merely a formality and that it Board members as to whether all-day know that the District is offering all- doesn’t mean what it states. I person- kindergarten would be offered this day Kindergarten this Fall. ally don’t want to fall for this again. Fall or not, and they were unwilling to THE Lastly, I am concerned that the District is going to the state of Ohio making the claim that we don’t have the funds to offer all-day kindergarten, a program that we, as voters, were led to believe would be funded by the operat- ing levy we just passed in May. In fact, members of the Levy committee used preserving All-Day Kindergarten as one of the reasons we had to pass the levy. Well we passed it. How will the district explain to the state of Ohio that even though the vot- ers passed an operating levy we don’t have the funds to offer a program we’ve been offering, that’s already in our budget? Especially when, as Dr. Madak promised, we actually DO offer it in

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County News Cuyahoga County Transition Public Forum by Diane Brinich of the county, reinstituting the May- systems are decentralized and incon- moves forward, replacement of equip- On Thursday, July 8th, the Beck or’s White Paper that addresses the sistent between municipalities and will ment within a normal life span with Center hosted one of many events refurbishing of obsolete properties, need a cohesive plan in order to func- consistent brands will be crucial. intended to aid in the transition to and working with the existing land tion as truly countywide government. An immediate preventative mea- and understanding of the new County bank. Other areas identified for poten- The group emphasized that because IT sure that can be implemented to avoid Government structure to be imple- tial cost savings included combining information is kept in a wide variety of further technological complexities on a mented in 2011. Over the course of the health care offerings, IT services, and ways, basic processes such as budgets countywide level should be to stop con- evening, a small audience of about 25 standardization of labor contracts (i.e. and time keeping will need to be inte- tinued investment, such as upgrades, attendees listened to presentations by lawyer fees). Legislation necessary to grated in order to be effective. in multiple systems. and discussed the work of two “County allow these and other shared services is Other recommendations included, The County Charter Transition Transition Workgroups.” being introduced. purchasing by volume for cost savings, Team is sponsoring additional public State Senator Mike Foley (District The second half of the presenta- the creation of a common IT support forums. The calendar of events is listed 14) presented for the first workgroup, tion was headed up by Bill Blausey of mechanism, the development of a on the web site www.charter.cuyahog- County Government Collaboration. Eaton Corporation in his role as co- disaster recovery plan and a method acounty.us or contact the Community Senator Foley explained that this work- chair of the Information Technology of committee based oversight outside Outreach Department at (216) 443- group is charged with a final goal of workgroup. Mr. Blausey explained that of IT itself. As the county government 3258 for more information. facilitating cooperation with local gov- the goal of the IT task force is to drive ernments and governing boards, i.e. efficiencies through standardizing school boards and metro parks. hardware and software and to pro- The initial step in this process is to vide effective services. Based on their identify what services are already shared. initial analysis of the wide range of Approximately 5 years ago there was technological systems that exist across a survey taken within the county that the county, the team recommends a created an inventory of services, human detailed, intensive action plan. resources, and physical property for Similar to the County Government each city. The workgroup suggest that Collaboration’s workgroup, the first step this pre-existing information should will be to create inventory of the exist- be a starting point for sharing within ing systems. Through analysis of this the region. They recommend that the inventory, the workgroup must develop County Executive appoint someone to a list of strengths, weaknesses, opportu- expedite the collaboration efforts based nities, and threats (SWOT). This more on the survey data. detailed description will then be used to Culinary students at Tri-C’s Eastern Campus gain hands-on experience in a state-of- Such collaborations should prioritize opportunities made apparent the-art kitchen. A new facility is scheduled to open in October 2010 on Public Square. include revenue sharing for economic through this comparison. development- both inside and outside Already it is clear that the current Train For Growing Hospitality, Culinary Industries At Tri-C by Kim Pribisko Public Square will feature cutting-edge The travel, tourism and food kitchens and high-tech classrooms. In industries are on the rise in Northeast addition to hospitality management programs, the Center will offer acceler- ® Ohio and nationwide. As Cleveland Consider a career in plans for a casino, medical mart and ated and international business courses. convention center, the new venues will The accredited hospitality man- hospitality management, increase the employment opportuni- agement programs incorporate ties for individuals with culinary and classroom instruction and hands-on in the heart of downtown. hospitality management experience. experience. For instance, culinary arts In the region, employment in food students put their classroom learning OPENING preparation and hospitality occupations into practice operating a full-service October 2010 is expected to grow 8.3 percent from restaurant on campus. 2006 to 2016, according to the Ohio The programs prepare students Department of Job and Family Services. for entry-level supervisory positions in Employment of chefs and head restaurants, clubs, kitchens, front-of- cooks is expected to grow 4.2 percent. the-house, sales and convention and For those working as restaurant manag- banquet planning. ers and supervisors, 8.3 percent growth In addition to credit courses, Tri-C is expected. And, projected growth of offers Community and Continuing Edu- 12.9 and 8.3 percent is expected for cation opportunities for all age groups. meeting and convention planners and Participants enhance their skills in culi- hotel managers respectively. nary arts, languages, dance, photography Exciting career opportunities await you in Cuyahoga Community College offers and more. Courses offered at the Hospi- culinary, travel, and tourism! associate’s degree and certificate programs tality Management Center will include in hospitality management. Individuals international cuisine, super foods, enter- At Tri-C you can take classes towards an associate degree earn Associate of Applied Business degrees taining, desserts from around the world in Culinary Arts, Lodging & Tourism Management, or with an emphasis in restaurant and food and culinary techniques. Restaurant/Food Service Management. service management, culinary arts or lodg- With the addition of about 350,000 Not interested in a degree? Take some culinary classes ing and tourism management. new jobs in the hospitality industry just for fun! Courses are currently available at through 2016, according to the Bureau the College’s Metropolitan and East- of Labor Statistics, it is a great option HoSpiTALiTy MANAgeMeNT CeNTeR ern campuses. In 2009, Tri-C opened for individuals looking to enter or transition in the workforce. at Public Square • cleVelaND a new, state-of-the-art kitchen on the Eastern Campus in Highland Hills, For more information on the 180 eucliD aVeNue featuring both a teaching and demon- hospitality management programs at 866-933-5181 • www.tri-c.edu/publicsquare stration kitchen with the latest cooking Cuyahoga Community College, call and baking technologies. 216-987-4081. 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Lakewood’s Cares H2O Says “Thank You!” by Celia Dorsch helmets, balls, bats, gloves, bases. Joe is Max Listkowski, Jamie Zychowski, H2O “Help to Others” service WE DID IT!! It took a little more working with Rotary International to Johnny Rowell, Becca Armbruster and learning program is operated by the than 30 days, but now that all the pledges distribute donated items. He became Owen Johnson, and you have a recipe City of Lakewood, Department of are in, H2O - Help to Others, is officially aware of a tremendous need for equip- for pure FUN!! Human Services Division of Youth, over its $30,000 “For the Kids” fundrais- ment when his Eastern Michican * Shop at H2O’s “Clothes 4 Kids in partnership with Lakewood City ing campaign goal. To date, H2O has baseball team served on a special proj- Super Sale on Saturday, July 31st - Don’t Schools. This award winning program raised $31,787 through student fund- ect in Nicaragua. Go to www.up2bat. miss this amazing sale! Over 20,000 is also made possible through generous raisers and donations. H2O couldn’t org to find out more about Joe’s effort, items will be available at unbelievable support from the entire community. have done it without awesome support or call H2O at 529-4273 if you have prices. The sale runs from 9am to 3pm Watch for more news from the two from the community. Donations were items to donate. in the E. Café of Lakewood High School. remainging sessions of H2O Camp as received from 194 individuals, busi- * Attend H2O’s Dunk Tank Fund- Proceeds from “Clothes 4 Kids” benefit the summer continues. To become an nesses, churches and organizations. raiser on Tuesday, July 27th – Join H2O H2O Summer Service Camp. H2O sponsor and receive a personal These dollars will help make H2O’s at Around the Corner – 18616 Detroit * Visit H2O’s booth at the Lakewood note from a middle school student 2010 programming possible, including Ave.- for food and fun. Ten percent of all Arts Festival on Saturday, August 7th detailing their experience at camp, go this year’s H2O Summer Service Camp. food orders placed between 5-8pm will - Campers have been busy creating one- to www.thelakewoodfoundation.org/ Thank you H2O sponsors! be donated to H2O. Add in a chance to of-a-kind items for your home, or to H2O, or call 529-6045 for a sponsor H2O has much to celebrate. Middle dunk H2O camp staff members: Nick give as gifts. Proceeds from this sale will brochure. It’s never too late to become a school campers that attended the first Aylward, Margaret Miranda, Trevor help H2O provide an adapted tricycle “Power of One” for Lakewood’s young two sessions of H2O Service Camp have Davis, Caitie King, Lauren Smigelski, for a Lakewood child in need. volunteers! accomplished great things in our com- munity. Motivated and instructed by outstanding college-aged H2O camp A Family Lesson Through Volunteering counselors, the 11-14 year old youth by Nick Aylward fully…a can of pineapple yields four not happen in Lakewood without the donated hundreds of hours of assistance What started out as volunteer servings, period. If we were still hun- dedicated staff and tireless volunteers to Ronald McDonald House, The Cleve- hours for a school requirement turned gry and opened another can, we would at LCSC.” land Foodbank, Laura’s Home, Hope into a lesson that the Coleman family have been short for the week.” As the Coleman family moves on, Lodge, Lakewood childcare centers, and will never forget. When asked if there were any hic- a little wiser and more aware of them- local senior centers. Campers have also Palmer Coleman started volun- cups in the week, Leslie responded selves, we too can make a difference started to harvest fresh vegetables that teering for the Lakewood Christian that Hamburger Helper for dinner in the community and in ourselves. If they’ve grown and tended in LEAF plots Service Center (LCSC) in the fall of on Saturday night was not the ideal you’d like to find out more information at Madison Park. The produce is given to 2009 as part of her volunteer hours for for a nice relaxing dinner. However, or make a donation to the Lakewood Lakewood Christian Service Center for the Laurel School. 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Street Walk Taking It To The Streets by Laura Sangree more food vendors this year,” Strachan sense to make it a part of the celebra- Lakewood, especially doing something Lakewood prepares to get physi- said. “We tried to balance healthy eat- tion.” healthy. Going out and getting to know cal as Street Walk 2010 kicks off on July ing with festival food.” He added that people should your neighbor makes the community 17. People of all ages and interests are The city will close seven blocks on expect some heated SKATE battles stronger. It’s a win-win proposition.” encouraged to get out and get active. Detroit Ave. (from Arthur to Marlowe to arise (much like the game HORSE Strachan said the 5k run was dis- With the abundance of varied activi- avenues) to traffic, providing for three in basketball). “Skaters from around cussed last year, and it is coming to ties scheduled, movement should not zones of activities. Residents can watch Lakewood will be able to share the fruition this year. “It’s something the be a problem. or participate in almost any physical experience of skating up and down people wanted,” she said. “We have Lakewood Alive is presenting the activity from break dancing to belly Detroit but people who have never the drive and committee help, and the second annual festival from 3 pm. to dancing; basketball to fencing; Karate tried skateboarding can have a go at it sponsorship has allowed us to put it on. 8 pm, which is free and open to the to Zumba; roller derby to 4-square. as well.” The city is always willing to help, and public. Collaborating with Live Well There is also music, food and shop- New to the festival this year is the our grid system allows them to close Lakewood again this year, the festivi- ping, so everyone will be able to find 5K run sponsored by Kendall Jarrell streets down and people are still able to ties will promote healthy living, the something in which to engage. Insurance Advisors. Kendall Jarrell get around.” city’s walkability, while also revitaliz- “Street Walk is one of the best ways said that he runs a couple 5Ks every She added that they hope the run ing downtown. “We have a number of Lakewood can show off its true colors year with a group of friends. “We’ve brings in a greater number of people program providers to show people what and get people to slow down and see really enjoyed the camaraderie of from surrounding communities. “I kinds of activities people can do to all the shops that line Detroit,” Public accomplishing something together,” he hope to make this a state-wide event, get off of the couch,” Lakewood Alive Square Group, Inc. Executive Director said. “It’s always been an event that I’ve and make downtown Lakewood a des- Marketing & Development Director Vince Frantz explained. “Additionally, liked. I had always hoped to sponsor tination for people outside of the city. Shannon Strachan said. it allows many people to actively par- one in Lakewood. I thought it would be We have 180 miles of sidewalk and a The success of 2009’s Street Walk ticipate rather than simply consume. a great opportunity to get the commu- lifestyle that’s compatible with walk- inspired a bigger, better event this year, Active living is a part of the Lakewood nity out and get everyone active.” ability.” She said that they hope to including a new 5K Run. Strachan said flavor, so it makes sense to celebrate the His coworker Ruth Koenigsmark, double the attendance numbers from the street festival was very well received ways that we show signs of life.” president of Lakewood is Art, suggested last year. last year, drawing more than 5,000 peo- Frantz’s organization will present he contact Lakewood Alive about the Those interested in participating ple and 38 program providers. “People a skateboarding demonstration and prospect of sponsoring a run. When in the 5k Run are instructed to meet participated in everything. Young and give free lessons at the festival. “Skate- he did, they suggested Street Walk. at St. Charles Green by 3:30 p.m. to old attended.” boarding is one of the only forms of “It’s been a positive experience ever register. The race begins at 5:00 p.m., This year, the group hopes to build unstructured play that has evolved out since.” Jarrell went on to say that all of with the awards ceremony scheduled upon the music, activities, and pro- of the urban environment,” he said. “It Lakewood’s annual events are positive for 6:00 p.m. The pre-registration fee gram that made last year’s experience also serves as a lifelong form of physi- for the community. “Getting people is $20 by July 16, while the day of reg- a success, while expanding. “We have cal and mental activity and so it made together is going to build a stronger istration fee is $25. The top three men

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Presented By Some of our Program Participants Flower Clown Lakewood Skaters’ Association – Skateboarding LakewoodAlive 5k RUN – Kendall Jarrell Insurance Advisors, H2O – 4 Square Challenge Lessons & Demos Nationwide Half Mile Children’s Race – Live Well Lakewood Lakewood Soccer Association – Soccer Skills & A Special Thank You Beck Center for the Arts Holistic Health Cleveland – Energy Demos Soccer Inflatable Lakewood Hospital Burning River Roller Girls – Derby Demos Jazzercise Silhouette Dance Studio – Break Dance Performance Panera Bread Cerny Shoes Skechers Shape Up Demos Korean Karate Demo Square Dancing Kendall Jarrell Cleveland State Athletics – Magnus the Viking & Lake Erie Monsters – Mascot, Games, Prizes & Hockey St. Edward’s Trash Talkers – Basketball Insurance Advisors, Giveaways LakewoodAlive – StreetWalk T-shirt Sales The Exchange – Wii Sports Challenge Nationwide Cyrano’s Place – Fencing Demos Lakewood Firefighter Combat Team & Lakewood Troupe Benezir – Belly Dancing Live Well Lakewood DJ Gus – Kidd Productions Professional Firefighters Local 382 – Tug-of-War U.S. Army – Climbing Wall, Hummer Video City of Lakewood Double Dutch & Kids Jump Rope Demos Challenge & Firefighter Combat Skills Demos Challenge, Dog Tag Machine Downtown Lakewood (Participation Encouraged) Lakewood Historical Society – History Walk Winterhurst/Serpentini – Kids Rollerblading & Spin Volunteers Drug Mart Wellness Station Lakewood Outdoor Basketball Committee & LHS Wheel Prizes Eaters of Lakewood – Watermelon Eating Contest, Basketball Program – Basketball Challenge Wireless Center/Verizon – Corn Hole & Prize Wheel Raffle & Cake Decorating Lakewood Recreation Department – Children’s YMCA – Group Exercises, Tai Kwon Do, Iron Kids Fitness Edge – Fitness Demos Cornhole, Plinko & Program Demos Zumba with Amy Anico

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Street Walk and top three women in each of 11 age ing in front of the Lakewood Public Avenue will greet fans. groups will receive awards. Library at 3:30 pm. * Alternative band 70 Lewis will * Burning River Roller Girls will Lakewood Alive will host a post- * The Korean Karate Center will perform. show those on hand what roller derby race party with beverages sponsored by demonstrate their ancient art form. * H2O will host a 4-square chal- is all about. Pacers and food sponsored by various * The Lake Erie Crushers and lenge. * Lakewood Soccer Association Lakewood restaurants. Partygoers will Stomper will greet fans. * Festival participants are invited will host soccer activities for children. enjoy live music by 70 Lewis. * Representatives from St. Edward to compete in Lakewood Outdoor * The Lakewood Firefighter Com- Children ages 8 and under can High School and Trash Talker’s Band Basketball Committee and Lakewood bat Team will challenge at least eight participate in the Half Mile Chil- will be on hand to discuss the program. High School Basketball Program’s teams of five to a tug of war battle. dren’s Race, sponsored by Live Well * Kidd Productions DJ will enter- challenge. The final two teams will tug against Lakewood, which also meets at St. tain the crowd. * People are invited to try their the Lakewood Firefighter Combat Charles Green. All finishers receive * Lakewood Skaters’ Association skills on the U.S. Army Climbing Wall. Challenge Team. The cost is $10 per medals. Registration begins at 3:30 will offer skateboarding demonstra- * Drug Mart Wellness and Lakewood team with all proceeds supporting the p.m., and the race begins at 4:30 p.m. tions and free lessons at the Red Bull Hospital will provide free blood pressure Lakewood Firefighter Combat Chal- The cost is $5 for those registered by ramps. and cholesterol screenings. lenge Team competing in Kissimmee, July 16 and $10 for those who register Zone 2: Andrews Avenue to War- * Lakewood Hospital will also Florida at the National Firefighter the day of the race. ren Road offer children’s corn hole and pinko. Combat Challenge. Live Well Lakewood will also hold * Troupe Benazir will perform * Cleveland State University bas- For more information, please visit the Youth Fitness Challenge with hula their mixed cabaret and ethnic style of ketball mascot, Magnus the Viking, www.lakewoodstreetwalk.com hoops, jump ropes, jumping jacks, sit- belly dancing. ups, and a wheel of health trivia game, * Rock band Coffinberry and and will recognize winners of the Well- bossa nova guitarist Jesse Barnes will Eaters Of Lakewood Booth ness Challenge that began in April. perform in front of Phoenix Coffee. Lakewood Chamber of Com- * Boston Market will host corn byTo Ryan SweeneyBe A Part Of Street Walk merce, Lakewood/Rocky River Rotary hole games. Saturday, July 17th marks the beginning of Lakewood’s annual Street Walk and Pillars of Lakewood will be host- * Children can participate in festival. The event, which spans seven blocks on Detriot Avenue, will go from 3 to ing putt-putt golf for all ages at Street double Dutch and jump rope demon- 8pm and feature over 36 separate booths and events. One such booth will be oper- Walk. Patty Ryan, CEO and President strations. ated by members of The Eaters of Lakewood. of the Lakewood Chamber of Com- * Holistic Health Cleveland will The EOL booth will be located near Lakewood Public Library and feature merce said “she hopes everyone will demonstrate how to increase your cookie decorating for kids and adults. There will also be raffle tickets and chances come by and try their hand at mak- energy. to win prizes. At any time, those interested may enter their name to participate in ing a hole-in-one.” While visiting the * Cyrano’s Place will host fencing the EOL main event of the day: a watermelon eating contest. This summertime putt-putt golf, you may pick up some demonstrations. essential will take off at 5pm; names of contestants will be drawn at 4:30 and must information for the 2010 Chamber/ * Karen Kilbane will host Jazzer- report to the booth by 4:45pm if they wish to compete. The winner will receive a Rotary Golf Outing. cise demonstrations. special gift from EOL. Zone 1: Arthur Avenue to * Jordan’s Family Foundation will People of all ages are also invited to attend The Eaters of Lakewood’s next Andrews Avenue inform and educate on Congenital group outing which will take place at Lakewood Park in the Kiwanis pavilion on * Foodies can join Eaters of Heart Disease. July 24th from 5 to 9pm. This will mark EOL’s first annual summer picnic. Lakewood for a watermelon eating * Winterhurst/Serpentini skaters Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to make their food selections at this contest, as well as cookie decorating. will perform roller blading demonstra- months EOL restaurant pick: Greek Village Grill. The Grill is located on Madison a * Bookworms can browse at tions. stones throw away from Bunts and directly across the street from the LHS football Friends of Lakewood Library’s book * Representatives from the Lake field. Join EOL for good food and good company at both of these great events. sale. Erie Monsters will meet and greet fans To learn more about Lakewood Street Walk go to www.lakewoodstreetwalk. * Artists can express themselves at St. Charles Green. com. To learn more about The Eaters of Lakewood and all their fun activities you through chalk art with the Beck * Fitness Edge will host personal can check out their homepage at www.eatersoflakewood.com or join their fan base Cephotos by nter visual arts staff. training demonstrations. at www.facebook.com/eatersoflakewood or tweet them on www.twitter.com/Lake- * The Lakewood YMCA will offer * Attendees can learn from Cerny woodEaters. attendees the opportunity to try (or just Shoes how Skechers Shape-ups help watch) their various classes. Residents burn calories, tone muscles, and will also have the opportunity to meet the improve posture. YMCA Adventure Guides and learn about * Dancers are invited to join the the activities in which they participate. Cleveland Federation of Square Dancing * Donna at Silhouette Dance in front of First Federal Savings & Loan. Studio & Fine Art will be on hand to * The Exchange will demonstrate perform dance demonstrations in both Wii Sports. hip hop and break dancing. * Amy Annico will perform a * Lakewood Historical Society Zumba demonstration. representative Mazie Adams will offer a walking history tour to those meet- Zone 3: Warren Road to Marlowe photos by Patricia Barley

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July 4th - We Celebrated Together

Mayor Edward FitzGerald and family. The Lakewood Project. These images are courtesy of LO Photo Bloggers; Ivor Karabatkovic, Rhonda Loje, Danielle Masters, Michael Yatcko, and Deb O’Bryan. Over 200 photos online for your enjoyment. http://lakewoodobserver.com. Isn’t it time you started one?

The Beck Center. Christopher Bindel The Butlers.

LHS Marching Band

A good crowd enjoyed bands like the St. Edward’s Band And wonderful cars and driver like this.

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The Lakewood Senior Health Care Campus had their 3rd Annual Dog Show. Here Jay “Tomahawk” Demagall, The Blues Club Captain and a hurler for the team, was the winner of the best trick Parker the black lab with owner Lisa, and Sherman kneels next to the trophy for the Western Reserve Cup. Put on by the Lakewood the singing Schnoodle with John Yakim. Historical Society, A grand time was had by all.

The smallest entrants Coco and Pepper Jack Cheese with handlers Riley and Logan.

Diana with her Shelties, and event organizers Mary Teconchuk, Jason Coe, and Tammy Sibert, Director of Assisted and Independent Living.

At Lt. Ryan Patrick Demro’s going away party saw him dancing the night away. Many of his friends stopped in to wish him a safe tour of duty in Afghanistan.

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Wellness Watch Join LEAF For This Month’s Third Thursday Social Hour! by Heather Ramsey been harvesting honey from bees for ics, and many people believe their kept bees since 2006 and currently has Though in the news a bit less lately centuries, and keeping them for at least pollen provides health benefits. an apiary on an urban farm on the east than in the past few years, you’ve still the last two, though not nearly as easily You may have bought local honey side of Cleveland. Even if beekeeping has probably heard a bit about bees: they or efficiently as is possible today, with from vendors at a Farmer’s Market never crossed your mind, come learn pollinate crops and flowers, they make moveable-frame hives and other useful or a LEAF Night and not given much about these fascinating creatures with honey, wax, and pollen, and, there has inventions. Not only is the honey that thought to the process, but there are the Lakewood Earth & Food (LEAF) been concern about their decreasing bees produce delicious and an alterna- several thousand apiaries registered Community for our July Third Thursday numbers (referred to as Colony Col- tive to sugars or artificial sweeteners, with the state of Ohio and some of Speaker Series event this Thursday, July lapse Disorder). Human beings have but their wax can be used for cosmet- them could be practically in your own 15th at 6pm at Mahall’s 20 Lanes (13200 backyard! Madison Ave.). Our guest speaker this month, Karin For more information about LEAF Wishner, from the Greater Cleveland or the Third Thursday Speaker Series, Snack Attack Beekeepers Association, will be shar- email [email protected], call by Karen Kilbane calories, and these citrus varieties can ing her knowledge and experience from us at (216) 367-2834, or check out our A little bite here. A small spoon- even help ward off sweet tooth crav- urban beekeeping in Cleveland. She has website at leafcommunity.org. ful there. Just a taste, pinch, or lick. It ings. seems so innocent. But, all that snack- ing can lead to an ever-expanding • Yogurt – Refuel with a cup of waistline and diet disaster! nonfat yogurt for 110 calories. Avoid Mango Lassi It seems that snacking is an Ameri- pre-sweetened yogurts; add your own can pastime. We nosh on potato chips fruit to plain nonfat yogurt instead. Delicious & extra low glycemic frozen mango smoothie while watching reality TV. We munch on crackers as we view our Facebook • Veggies – Raw veggies are friends’ updates. We snatch handfuls extremely low in calories. Dip your of M&M’s from our co-workers’ desks. veggies in a little peanut butter, rather 2 mangos, partially frozen And we slurp down our smoothies in than ranch dressing, to add protein 1 cup plain yogurt the midst of running errands. power to your snack. Peel and dice mangos. Snacking isn’t bad. Actually, Place in freezer to partially freeze for about 30-45 minutes snacking is a healthy habit, since most Plan ahead to keep yourself from (or use frozen mangos, partially thawed). Puree in food processor. dieticians and healthcare profession- binging on empty calorie treats when Add plain yogurt slowly to the desired consistency (approximately 1 cup) als recommend eating four to six small that mid-afternoon slump sends you and puree. Serve at once in chilled glasses meals throughout the day. So, the racing to the nearest vending machine. 100 calories, 21 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein, 1 g fat question is not whether you should or Portion out your snacks for the next should not snack, rather the question is, few days and bring a few snack options serves 4 “What are you snacking on?” with you to work or when you run Jazzercise Founder and CEO Judi errands. Keep healthy snacks available Sheppard Missett recommends healthy at all times, and you’re more likely to snacking, particularly before or after a make wise choices throughout the day. vigorous workout. Missett offers these ideas for healthy snacks that are low in calories and will keep hunger at bay. Summer is here. • Eggs - One hard-boiled egg has Is your body about 80 calories. It has enough pro- swimsuit ready? tein “staying power” to help you feel full without all the excess calories. Just Burn up to 600 calories in one don’t fry or scramble your egg in butter, 60-minute total body workout. which packs on the fat grams. Now Celebrating 7 Wonderful $50 • Nuts – Grab a handful of nuts if Summers in Lakewood. July-August Valid at participating locations. Joining fee and other restrictions may apply. you’re craving something crunchy or Expires Jul. 31, 2010. salty. Shoot for ten almonds or dry- roasted cashews, either of which totals Lakewood Rocky River about 100 calories. 356-0337 356-0337

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Wellness Watch Cornucopia/Nature’s Bin Celebrates 35th Anniversary by Mary Johnson was developed in 1991 to expand on this Cornucopia Inc./Nature’s Bin cele- successful model and to create a more brated its 35th Anniversary this year on flexible and responsive vocational train- June 16th, and the organization will be ing program,” Duennes explained. Since recognizing this milestone throughout 2005, with the expansion of the store, this the year. While some people may know social enterprise has experienced record about all the organic and healthy food breaking sales year after year. at Nature’s Bin, they may not be aware Over the years, Cornucopia has that it is owned and operated by Cornu- broadened its scope both in terms of copia, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whom the organization serves and the whose mission is to help people with programs it provides. Cornucopia now disabilities develop their skills, confi- serves people with a wide range of severe dence and workplace potential. disabilities, including developmen- This beloved local, non-profit busi- tal disabilities, mental illness, autism, Nature’s Bin on Sloane Ave. ness began in 1975 with the idea that visual, speech and hearing impair- side with staff members in most aspects over the past 35 years is made possible people with disabilities could learn real ments, and injuries resulting from of department operations, facing the by the generous support of individuals, work skills in a real work setting to pre- accidents or illnesses. In addition to the challenges and rewards of competitive businesses, community foundations, pare for employment at a competitive vocational training program at Nature’s employment in a caring, supportive referral sources, collaborating part- level. “That idea may sound commonplace Bin in Lakewood, Cornucopia offers atmosphere. Cornucopia also provides ners and each and every customer who today,” commented Executive Director, vocational training programs within job placement services for people with spends their shopping dollar at Nature’s Scott Duennes, “but in 1975 it was radi- the Eliza Jennings Senior Care Network disabilities. In 2009, Cornucopia pro- Bin,” Duennes said. “We thank everyone cal thinking.” Originally located in the in Cleveland and at Jennings Center for vided over 260 services to 180 people for their faith and sustaining support Birdtown neighborhood of Lakewood, Older Adults in Garfield Heights. with disabilities. of our mission.” For more information The Bin, as it was known then, provided What distinguishes Cornuco- “Our success at Nature’s Bin and in about Cornucopia/Nature’s Bin, visit training and employment for about 12 pia’s programs from other training all of our vocational training programs www.naturesbin.com. people with developmental disabilities programs is the real-work learning each year. “Nature’s Bin on Sloane Avenue environment. Trainees work side-by- GOT YOUR BACK 14900 Detroit, Suite #305 CHAIR MASSAGE We’ve been ❫ Chiropractic care for: Stop by at lunchtime or delivering • Athletes • Seniors quality health • Pediatric • Everyone! after work for a 15 minute ❫ Nutrition Counseling care to the ❫ 21-Day Purification chair or foot massage Lakewood Area Program since 2002. ❫ Nutritional Supplements PROFESSIONAL ❫ Therapeutic Massage AFFORDABLE Dr. Michael Russell Table massage by appointment 18624 Detroit Avenue Lakewood Open Wed-Sat 216-221-1788 216-973-3322 www.russellchiro.net Nature’s Bin on Madison Ave. in the early days.

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LO’s Lakewood Is Art The Producers - The Outrageous Musical Hit Storms Into The Beck Center by Fran Storch 12 Tony Awards. The New York Times Beck Center for the Arts is proud calls The Producers “fast, fierce, shame- to present the Tony Award-winning less, vulgar and altogether blissful.” “boffo” hit musical, The Producers, Beck’s production of The Pro- on the Mackey Main Stage, July 16 ducers welcomes the Beck debut of its through August 22, 2010. Show times two stars. Mark Heffernan, who plays are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 3 Max Bialystock, is an Emmy Award- p.m. Sundays. winning producer through his work It’s 1959, and a new musical by with the Cleveland Cavaliers and WJW Broadway producer Max Bialystock FOX-8. Brandon Isner, who recently flops, closing after just one perfor- returned to Ohio after 12 years in New mance. Enter mousy accountant, Leo York City, ends his decade-long retire- Bloom, who discovers that under the ment from the stage to portray Leo right circumstances, a producer can Bloom. This is also the Beck debut of actually make more money with a flop choreographer Mary Ann Black, well- than with a hit. Max convinces Leo to known locally for her exceptional work cavort across Beck’s stage along with 40 minutes west of downtown Cleveland. enter a scheme to produce the worst at Porthouse Theatre. other cast members playing 160 roles. Free onsite parking is available. flop ever, Springtime for Hitler: A Gay “How could I not want to direct the Madness! Mayhem! Mel Brooks at his Beck Center’s production of The Romp with Adolf and Eva at Berchtes- musical version of my all-time favorite very best.” Producers is produced through spe- garden, and bilk investors to the benefit comedy film!? The movie’s stars, Zero Tickets are $28 for adults, $25 for cial arrangement with Music Theatre of Max and Leo’s bank accounts. Mostel and Gene Wilder, were like seniors (65 and older), $17 for students International (MTI) and is sponsored Based on the classic Mel Brooks’ 1968 gods to me growing up,” says Direc- (with valid ID), and $10 for children (12 by Maloney + Novotny LLC, Ulmer & cult comedy film, The Producers was a tor Scott Spence. “It is my privilege and under). An additional $3 service Berne LLP, West Roofing Systems, Cox huge hit on Broadway, winning a record to watch Mssrs. Bialystock and Bloom fee per ticket is applied at the time of Communications, the Ohio Arts Coun- purchase. Preview night on Thursday, cil, and Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. July 15, is $10, with general admission Beck Center for the Arts is a not- Back To The Roots Of Reggae seating. Group discounts are available for-profit 501(c)3 organization that by Thealexa Becker reggae’s influence on modern music: for parties of 13 or more. offers professional theater produc- The “Iron Man” of the local reg- “Reggae has influenced a lot of For tickets, call the Beck Center tions, arts education programming in gae scene is coming to the steps of the modern artists. It influenced artists from box office at 216.521.2540, ext. 10, or dance, music, theater, visual arts, early Lakewood Public Library on Friday, when it first came on the scene until now. purchase seats online at www.beckcen- childhood, and creative arts therapies July 23rd. As far as roots reggae goes, it’s been put ter.org. Beck Center is located at 17801 for special needs students, and gallery As part of the Front Porch Con- on the back shelf. It has a place with lis- Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten exhibits featuring regional artists. certs: One World Music Series, Carlos teners who want to hear conscious music Jones and the P.L.U.S. Band will per- and not just dance or rap or hip hop. You form at 7:00 p.m. in front of the Main really have to go to internet and satel- Branch for an audience on the closed off lite radio [to hear roots reggae], but it’s block of Detroit from Arthur to Mars. always gonna be around. It’s nice to see In 2009, Carlos Jones and the that there are young artists now, taking P.L.U.S. Band released the album Leave up where the positive messages are.” a Trail with their music featured in two Just as reggae has influenced artists motion pictures (Northstarr and Surfer in popular music, Jones was influenced Dude), however, Jones has been a part by a wide range of artists in his 30 year of the Cleveland reggae scene since 1978 career such as Bob Marley, the Rolling when he started out as a percussionist for Stones, James Brown, Stevie Wonder, I-Tal. In 1984, he was a founding member Santanna, Genesis, Phil Collins, Peter of First Light, a reggae group that gained Gabriel, Earth Wind and Fire, the Who, widespread recognition for its two full and of course, the Beatles. length albums and other recordings. “My family lived in Germany for a Since 1998, he has been working with while and only had [a Beatles record],” a four piece ensemble originally called Jones said. Strictly Roots but now more commonly In the end, regardless of fame or known as the P.L.U.S. Band (or Peace fortune, for Carlos Jones, it is all about Love Unity Syndicate). The ensemble the music. plays roots reggae, a type of reggae asso- “Sometimes you have to go off the ciated with themes addressing societal board and make music for the sake of issues as well as spirituality. enhancing the beauty of the world not As a drummer, what first attracted just how much money you can make Jones to reggae was the beat, but the rea- off it. I prefer to be in that camp. I may son he loves being a musician is because never be world famous, or get rich off of the way he can interact with the of playing music, but I am rich in what crowds during performances. music brings me, joy, happiness, and “There’s kind of an electricity,” fulfillment.” Jones said about the crowds he plays for. This third concert in the series that “they are giving that energy right back. celebrates Lakewood’s global commu- It really is a joyous thing.” nity will also be Non-Profit Night, where For Jones, the music is all about local non-profit organizations will have building and producing a positive feeling. informational tables. If your non-profit “We try to get a spiritual kind of would like to participate contact Lake- feeling,” said Jones about what he wants woodAlive at 216-521-0655. people to take away from his music. “That These concerts have been brought is what the music does automatically.” to the community through the efforts Noting that mainstream radio does of Lakewood Hospital, the Lakewood not often play “positive” music because Public Library, the City of Lakewood, that is not what sells, Jones talked about LakewoodAlive and Panera Bread.

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Minding The Issues Free Associations From All Over Once in a while the History Chan- by Gordon Brumm and see that the city is still the same as nel really airs a program on history, and it always has been – with a world-class I recently watched one that offered a There is clearly a lesson here. First example, excellence on the basketball symphony, superb medical facilities, most significant insight. The program we must remember that America’s court, however phenomenal. beautiful parks, and . . . was on the fall of the Roman Empire, a greatness has always arisen from its The city has just undergone an The schools? What about the subject that elicits comment from vari- immigrants, and there is no reason to orgy of anticipation followed by a del- schools? I mean the schools of the City ous positions on the political spectrum believe that situation will change. So the uge of disappointment and anger, the of Cleveland itself, always the crux of because it seems to offer a lesson for our first essential is to set up a rational and likes of which we will probably never the matter. Year after year they seem own times. Social conservatives like to adequate system of legal immigration. see again. And the anger is com- to present an insuperable problem, but blame the fall on moral laxity. Fiscal And then we have the problem of illegal pounded by the feeling that we were some weeks ago I heard the answer, if conservatives, including no doubt the immigrants in our midst. Like it or not, let down twice, the first time being there can ever be one. It came from the Me-Party crowd, say the problem was right or wrong, they are here, and we’re in the playoffs. When the chips were principal of Louisa May Alcott elemen- oppressive taxation. The History Chan- not likely to be rid of them. We can down, our champion and Lord of the tary school, Eileen Stull, speaking on nel explanation – which seems to fit the treat them with hostility, as the Other, Universe didn’t have what it takes, WCPN’s Sound of Ideas. She described facts much better than any other – is and practically guarantee that they will and the Cavaliers were swept aside by how the teachers in her school went that the Roman Empire fell because it become a cancerous lump within our the Celtics, who knew how to play as to great lengths -- for example, stay- was unable to absorb its immigrants. society, or we can absorb them and uti- a team and who used every member of ing after the normal school day to help The immigrants in this case were lize their talents and energy. their team to the best possible advan- students with their homework. She barbarian tribes from Eastern Europe A prime example of those talents, tage. And then, in turn, the Celtics lost summed it all up by saying, “We love and beyond. They wanted in, and the and energy too, was exhibited when in the final championship game to the our students as we love our own chil- Empire was unable to stop them. But local girl Anamika Veeramani – hardly Lakers, whose champion played below dren.” That’s what it takes. neither did the Empire assimilate them, a an old-line Anglo-Saxon name -- par but was buoyed up by his team- All these thoughts converge to as it had the people whom it previously won the national spelling bee. To be mates. By contrast, it has become more one question: What are we? Are we conquered. (Remember, St. Paul was a sure, spelling is almost entirely an and more apparent that our Lord of the acquisitive atoms, striving to outdo Roman citizen.) Instead, it treated the exercise in rote memorization, not cre- Universe was driven by little more than all the others? Or do we recognize barbarians as the Other, thus produc- ative or critical thinking, but still it is egotistical self-promotion. A city must others as fellow members of a human ing an essential conflict between them represents intellectual excellence, and be built on better stuff. community? It is to this that all our and the Empire. And in this conflict that is what we need to encourage... We And there is better stuff. Getting experiences, triumphs and calamities the barbarian immigrants won out. need to encourage it more than, for over the bitterness, we can look around alike, should lead us. Those Among Us... Charles Phebus And John Shepherd, Great Americans, Cut From The Same Cloth... by Gary Rice buried on that North Royalton hill. for John Shepherd, includ- We who live in the Greater Cleve- It was like this: John Shepherd was ing pancake breakfasts, a land area often seem to pay little the last survivor of Braddock’s Defeat in travelling Liberty Bell rep- attention to our central city of Cleve- 1755, and the longest-lived soldier of the lica, a parade, a graveside land, and often (other than perhaps American Revolution, living more than dedication, as well as a 21 during some Friday night high school 117 years... and he even cut two acres of gun salute that included football games) we pay scant attention corn at his North Royalton farm at the reenactors of the American to the other suburbs around us. Many age of 112! One of the original found- Revolution. As Shepherd of my out-of-town friends and family ers of North Royalton, Shepherd fought had also been a military are often amazed to learn that many through both the French and Indian War drummer, I was honored of us know relatively little about our and the American Revolution. All in all, to be the drummer for region and its rich heritage. Shepherd survived at least eleven major his graveside ceremony. A Sometimes, it takes an out-of- battles, including Trenton, Princeton, beautiful state marker now towner to remind us about some of that Brandywine and Monmouth. He also rests at the entrance to the history. Such was the case last week, wintered with George Washington at cemetery on route 82, tell- when a Texan came to town. Valley Forge, and as Charles told me, he ing the story of Shepherd’s Charles Phebus wears fancy cow- was indeed with Washington all the way. life. boy boots and a big white ten-gallon Over the past year, virtually single- Thanks to the vision hat. A man interested in his family’s handedly, Charles Phebus has marshaled of Charles Phebus, Parma, past, he had learned that his four times the forces of the City of North Royalton, North Royalton and the great-grandfather, John Shepherd, was the State of Ohio, and numerous histori- rest of our region knows buried in the municipal cemetery in cal and civic groups and individuals in that a true American hero North Royalton. On a visit to that cem- a great collaboration of materials and lies among us. You can etery last year, Phebus was dismayed resources so that John Shepherd could be go to the website, www. at the condition of the gravestone and recognized and his memory honored and John Shepherd.US, to read Lt. General Robert W. Wagner, U.S. Army (Ret.) with ordered a new base to be made for it. celebrated. On June 26-7, a stellar week- more about this remark- Charles Phebus, at the grave of John Shepherd. He also felt that a special recognition end filled with activities and attractions able American patriot. needed to be brought forth for the man was held in North Royalton and Parma

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Pulse Of The City The Fourth Day... Letting Our Light Shine... fourth day, of course... where the responsibility of representing God’s message of love transfers into our Another Part Of The St. James Story... own reluctant, weak, transient, and unsteady human hands. by Gary Rice Well, that kind of torch-passing, Well, the dear old lady’s sleeping links-on-the-chain message has been now...supposedly waiting on official around since time immemorial, has word from the Vatican as to whether it not? You know the old story in at she’ll ever open her eyes again as a least one of its many forms. In one Catholic Parish. But for now, her of them, the son picks up the armor, bells are quiet. For many years, they sword and shield of his fallen father, were an integral part of Lakewood’s and goes back out to fight the good daily life. fight. Well, here’s another one of I’ve written about my profound those kinds of tales.... personal experiences at St. James After Mass at St. James the before on these pages. Briefly restated other day, a middle-aged couple here, I’d felt strongly compelled one approached me with an amazing Sunday morning in 1977 to attend component of my own guitar-play- a Mass there. What I really knew at ing story at that church that I never that time was that I was between jobs, knew about. It seems that same week and that I needed a whole lot more that I joined the guitar group, the than the comfort of my sofa. I heard wife, who had played guitar with the a great guitar group singing and play- group, was experiencing a personal ing there and asked to join them. For moment in her faith, and felt that she eight years, I played music with that needed to leave the guitar group and group, although I never officially pursue a family-related ministry. She became a Catholic at that time. was, however, reluctant to leave her Back then, that new guitar-sup- friends there, who needed her help ported music was beautiful to my very much. When she called a friend ears, having rich vocal harmonies and in that guitar group later, however, a folk-style informality that reflected she was delighted to learn that out of the openness of Vatican II’s many the blue, there was this new guitarist changes in the Catholic Church. already helping out. She told me that While some people resisted, and even she never played guitar again after resented, the new developments that that. She felt that God had sent me were going on in the church, others there to play guitar on that day, and welcomed the spirit of modern com- used me at just the right time, to help munity that marked the Guitar Mass out all concerned. worship experience. Links on the chain, indeed. There Like other styles of music, I sup- always seems to be someone there pose, people tend to either love or Tedd Browne. Tedd had been a Cleve- ment in Christianity called the to carry on when others encounter hate folk music. Coming from a pro- land-based professional folksinger, Cursillio. The word “Cursillo” means difficulties in life. An Act of God, fessional musician’s home, I learned originally hailing from South Caro- a “short course” and back then it perhaps, or of coincidence? I think to enjoy all types of music, but that lina. In 1968, at the height of a period involved taking a 3-day course hav- the former. kind of eclectic taste doesn’t often of intense racial unrest in Cleveland, ing to do with Christian renewal in Well, St. James Church is indeed seem to carry over to the rest of the Tedd was gunned down near his a world that so often appears to care gone, at least for the time being, but world. There are lovers of Heavy home in Cleveland Heights. Shortly very little about the true aspects of her people are still around, and from Metal, Classical, Country, and other before his passing, Tedd had report- spirituality. After taking the course, the many encounters that I’ve had musical forms, and seldom do they edly performed his “Hail Mary” there was a follow-up aspect called with them, there’s a lot of serious ever seem to cross-pollinate. song at a Christian community event the “fourth day,” where the renewal hurting going on right now. Maybe we As they say, though, there are called an “Ultreya.” A posthumously group participants were to return all need to be reminded of what those four-leafed clovers to be found in released album by Tedd called “This to the world, taking what they had Cursillo people were talking about. every cow pasture, and all styles Little Light Of Mine” was com- learned to be witnesses for Christ. The three days of mourning are now of music have tunes that are more pleted only days before his untimely Unfortunately, Tedd’s living wit- past. The “fourth day” has arrived. appealing to some than to others. passing. Tedd was, and still is, a well- ness transpired on this earth all too Time to get back out there in the world When I was at St. James, one of remembered member of the folk briefly, although his memory contin- and be those “living stones” that the the people there introduced me to a music community. ues to inspire others. Scriptures tell about. Church build- beautiful folk song titled “Hail Mary” I bring all this up because Tedd The allusion to a “fourth day” ings, and even people, after all, come that was written by a man named was also reportedly part of a move- would not be hard to see, for there and go. It’s the Spirit that counts... was a period of time where Jesus, with the pulse of this city...as well as after His crucifixion, lay in the tomb, with whatever pulse this fallen world Rozi's Wine House and then on the third day, arose. of ours may have left in it. What comes after a “third day”? The Celebrating our 71st Year! Four Generations Strong! Letters To The Editors Enjoy refreshments from Rozi’s before, during, and after the yard work is done! Robert Rice Story #1 Wine Store in Northeast Ohio! Thanks to Gary Rice for the wonderful story on his dad and my former music Rate #35 in the WORLD for Weekly teacher at Harding, Robert Rice. I will always remember Mr. Rice as a nurturer of Best Beer Selection! full class participation in music; from informing us of the tools we would need for Tasting his classes early in the year to his including kids that had a minimal knowledge of Come in and check out Rozi’s new Gift Catalog! Every music to his programs. 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Lakewood Perspectives The Next Big Bubble by Bret Callentine in mind. Another boom, another bubble, However, with what research I’ve taxation, and increasing control. A bub- I remember being really confused another bust. done and education I’ve had on the topic, ble is created when the intrinsic value of by the meteoric rise of all the new busi- But with unemployment stagnating I don’t recall ever seeing a comprehen- a product or service is perceived to be nesses that were suddenly coming out at 10-20% (depending on which gov- sive description on how the process ever much greater than its actual worth, and I of the woodwork. With many of the ernment report you read) and with talk reverses itself. I’m not doubting that question whether this type of short term commercial aspects of the internet still ranging from slow recovery to double the government CAN fill a temporary remedy is worth even the remote possi- unexpolored, new businesses that uti- dip recession to even the possibility of void, but the next question that begs bility of what can happen if this type of a lized its seemingly limitless potential depression setting in, people everywhere for answers is how temporary that relief bubble might burst. were making money hand over fist and are quickly becoming desperate enough would be. After all, when’s the last time rushing to increase their piece of the to enable what I think is the next big bub- a politician successfully legislated the pie by tapping the latest gold rush to hit ble: government. cutback of any government program? Wall Street, the I.P.O (Initial Public stock With the study of economics being Jobs may be saved in the short term by a neighborhood shop Offering). But despite the seemingly more art than science and the results an increase in government funding, can’t-miss moneymaking opportunity, of those studies being far from settled subsidized work projects and extended a world of treasures! I decided to pass. I just couldn’t under- upon, the experts seem to be aligning contracts, but the only way an economy stand how a company that was made up themselves in one of two major camps: regains strength is by demonstrating col- entirely of three guys with a laptop could “free market” economists and “Keynes- lective stability. be estimated to be worth millions. But ian” economists. A detailed discussion of That being the case, the govern- thousands, if not millions, of investors those terms would take volumes, and any ment’s own Congressional Budget Office who did believe that financial success conclusion would remain purely specu- calls the current rate of spending unsus- did not require a dime’s worth of infra- lative, so to save time, let me just say that tainable. The trouble is that too many structure flooded into the market, only I think both have some merit and many people have become way too accustomed to have the illusionary stability collapse areas of concern. However, while it’s easy to levels of support that, while comfort- and the “dot-com” bubble burst. enough to see some of the hazards of a ing, are not conducive to recovery. 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Lakewood Real Estate De-bugging Your Screens by Jeff Fritz Some people are bothered by the bugs that congregate from time to time on their window screens, but I have found a way to have fun with these insects. The method involves a garden spray-bottle filled with water and a little marksmanship skill. The best time is when midge season is in full swing, and there are dozens of these guys on a screen. It should be noted that the bugs are on the outside of the screen, and the person doing the spray- ing is inside the home, on the other side. long for a new group to take their place. Real Estate Reality This is especially important to remember This year, for the first time, a giant if you, like me, are living in a third floor mayfly landed on my screen. I held a apartment. video camera in my left hand and the Stainless Steel, Bangles, and I start by adjusting the nozzle on the sprayer in my right. I zapped the bug, Beads sprayer to the “jet stream” setting, to get but couldn’t knock him off. I zapped by Eric Lowrey never have anyone over and that they him again with little effect. I thought he a powerful narrow stream. Then I stand So, the other day I was watching a can never host Thanksgiving because made an obscene gesture, but I wasn’t about two feet away and take aim. certain tv show where people look for their table is too small and they can’t fit sure. Then I got closer and squeezed the Midges aren’t very bright, and when the home of their dreams, and there Granny in next to Pappy. Oh yeah, and trigger twice in rapid succession. He was I say this I’m not comparing them to was this couple whose major want was a the refrigerator was on the fritz again. gone, in a spray of water molecules. lightning bugs. If you zap one of them, large dining room because they “Want The point I am making is this cou- Unfortunately, the video camera his neighbor an inch away won’t even to Entertain.” So much so that they had ple seems to be blinded by the bright malfunctioned, and I didn’t get the inci- budge. Then you zap the neighbor, and purchased a huge dining set that did shinny object while ignoring their real dent on tape. I had thoughts of a YouTube laugh at him for not budging. You can not fit their apartment. Amongst their desire to have a home where family and video going viral, maybe even bacterial. zap a screenful, and not have to wait too other desires were an open floor plan, friends can gather. When you shop for plenty of light, and stainless steel appli- a home remember that things such as ances. Long story short, they ended up paint, appliances, and flooring are all Your Front Porch buying a home with a dining room that replaceable and easily changed for a by Sunny Updegrove a place of serenity in those first or last was not large enough for their furni- relatively modest price. But creating The front porch is the means by moments of the day. It offers a marvel- ture but did have a kitchen stuffed to a larger space will cost you plenty of which your home says ‘Hello...and ous window on Mother Nature, shade the gills with stainless steel appliances. money, hours of your life spent with a Welcome!’ Without question, a porch from the sun and protection from the My mind flashed forward five years contractor, and a hot summer of dust, sets the stage and feeling of any home. rain, while observing the wonders all to hear them complaining that they noise, and other such indignities. Imagine comfy wicker with colorful around. Squirrels run rings around the cushions, rocking chairs, Boston ferns, maple tree, robins pluck worms from Are you or someone you know and a handsome wooden swing with the dew covered lawn. Sunday morn- a familiar squeak. First impressions ing’s rush to services is followed by FACING FORECLOSURE? are generally lasting ones, of people the slower, peaceful pace afterwards, as well as homes. If your home is on as parents stoop to tie a shoelace and the market today, make sure that first brush a stray lock of hair from a fore- impression is one that beckons the buy- head. ers to sit a spell and put their feet up, Lakewood homes boast front grab a favorite book or tune in to the porches of every style and size. The Indians game after the lawn chores are styles range from beautiful Greek complete. A home and its porch can Revivals, Victorian gingerbreads, conjure up memories of neighbors tak- glorious wraparounds, luscious and ing their evening stroll and stopping by elegant or staunch and sturdy. It is the for a friendly visit or even remember- season to enjoy whatever style of front ing that a first kiss was shared on that porch your home offers. Make the swing while parents watched the news most of that space not only to enhance inside. the value, but also to create memories A front porch serves as a buffer to be shared for many years to come. from the inside to the outside world. It’s Sunny Updegrove is a licensed Realtor

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Real Estate It’s Great To Live In Look For Our Articles On These Pages Monica Woodman, REALTOR® Lakewood www.catcharealtor.com by Monica Woodman play where you really become a part of a greater whole. People pack the park Every Fourth of July I am Val Mechenbier, REALTOR® HHS Eric Lowrey, REALTOR® ABR reminded of what a great community filled with anticipation. The sky grows www.valsinfo.com “Who do you know who will be the next to list or buy a home?” Lakewood is. I don’t remember exactly dark, the stars twinkle, and then, it www.NortheastOhioRealtor.com what year it started, but hosting the begins. The colors burst out at you Fourth of July cookout has become accompanied by loud booms, pops, Kathy Lewis, REALTOR® Andy Tabor, REALTOR® GRI a family tradition at my house. The and crackles which never compare to “Want to talk about real estate? “Helping people become homeowners Call me!” and profitable investors since 1977” porches become the place they were the grand finale! www.kathylewis.info www.andytabor.com always meant to be. Every cushioned According to everyone that have wicker chair with someone in it, a few been coming to my house for the people suspended in mid-air on the Fourth of July, Lakewood Park is the swing, conversation, and of course, lots best place to go see the fireworks. They of laughter. The smell of barbeque in are by far the best firework display Serving Lakewood’s Housing Needs since 1976 the air, the sound of firecrackers letting they have ever experienced. When the View online virtual tour you know that it’s not just you enjoying fireworks are over and we all wander the day, but there is a whole commu- back to the porch, I hear the comments 216.226.4673 nity of families outside enjoying their and especially listen to the ones from front porches and barbeques too. people that don’t live here. It always Then, depending on where you reminds me of what a great community live there is the walk or hike down to Lakewood really is! Lakewood Park for the firework dis-

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