Celebrating Five Years of the Lakewood Observer and Still

Parade/Fireworks July 4 • Dog Show, Street Walk July 18 • Jeff Sherman July 19 Free – Take One! Please Patronize Our Advertisers! Proud Member Of The Observer Media Family Of Community Owned Newspapers & Websites Volume 5, Issue 13, June 30, 2009 Celebrating Five Years Of The Lakewood Observer And Still Counting! Five years, one-hun- by Margaret Brinich to the individuals who came dred and one papers (all of Editor-In-Chief to LO with a goal in mind, and which can be found in their of course, to those individuals original print online and in a rapher, or editor. The written In several instances “empow- zations the process began when who are involved in the orga- room down the hall from the word carries with it an incred- erment” has lead directly an idea or issue was identified nizations/projects attempting Lakewood Observer office), ible power and Lakewood sees to the birth of new, vibrant by an individual or group as to fulfill their ongoing vision countless hours of hard work this first hand every two weeks organizations designed by “important.” “We don’t take today. and for lack of a better descrip- as a new issue of the paper hits Lakewoodites themselves to credit for the success of any of But, at the same time, the tion, an unfathomable amount businesses and households fill a gap in the fabric of the these organizations,” insists the project undeniably pro- of time and effort dedicated to across the city. However, these city. For each of these organi- O’Bryan. That credit he gives vides a valuable resource to “observation.” And for what? words and images should not, the community by providing What could possibly drive each cannot, and do not come about the venue for groups to spread of these individuals to contin- in a vacuum. While the act of awareness, engage open dis- ually give of themselves and be putting words down on paper cussions, plan and coordinate part of the LO project? (or on the computer) or select- efforts with others, provide Even before the first issue ing a photograph to submit, may media coverage, and helps was published on June 28th, very well be a solitary under- them to remain in the public 2005, the idea behind the LO taking, everything before and consciousness. Although each was to use the project as a start- after this creative expression is, of the following organizations ing point for citizens looking to by its very nature, immersed in now operate independently of do their part for the Lakewood the community setting. the LO, during their early evo- community. For some people According to Publisher Around The Corner’s this now means having discus- Jim O’Bryan, the project was continued on page 12 sions with their fellow citizens designed around this need for Mickey Krivosh, through the online discus- a strong community building sion board run by LO, e.g. The effort. He explains that “the 2009 Business Person Of The Year Observation Deck. For others, empowerment of citizens to their participation comes in try to achieve their dreams and by Patty Ryan 2009 marks the 22nd year the form of contributing to the visions,” has always been the that the Lakewood Chamber paper itself as a writer, photog- project’s overarching vision. of Commerce has recognized a member of the community for Demro Seeks Return To their outstanding business lead- ership and civic involvement. Council Over those 22 years, a veritable by Ryan Demro Who’s Who of Lakewood busi- Former Councilman Ryan ness men and women have been Patrick Demro has announced honored for their contribution that he is a candidate for one to the community. of the three at-large seats up We are proud to announce the 2009 Lakewood Business for grabs on Lakewood City From left to right: The Krivosh family, daughter Jennifer, wife Person of the Year is Mickey Council this fall. Demro Patty, Mickey, son Ryan, and Curt Brosky. ran unsuccessfully for mayor Krivosh, the owner of Around last year, but stated he is get- the Corner. Mickey’s love for it a local favorite. Around the ally supported various non-profit ting into the race because “... Lakewood is evident in both Corner was the first restaurant organizations in the community the critical issues facing the his professional and personal in the area to serve Buffalo through fund-raising and vol- City last year are still press- life. He exemplifies the quali- Chicken Wings and feature unteering such as the Lakewood ing needs today, and the loss ties the Chamber of Commerce Karioke. The recent addition City Schools, the Lakewood of a seasoned councilman like has set forth for this award: of an outdoor patio and party Recreation & Adult Education Michael Dever during these sponsor of the Chronic Nui- “An individual with a busi- room are other examples of Department, St. James Com- difficult times creates a need sance law that targets problem ness interest in the community Mr. Krivosh’s ability to antici- munity Meal and the Lakewood for someone who has a dem- properties; the Sex Offender who works to better Lakewood pate trends and keep things Chamber of Commerce. onstrated ability to lead.” law, restricting residency near in one or more ways; contrib- fresh and friendly. Congratulations to Mickey Citing a record of results, schools, libraries, and daycare uting time and effort in civic, Mickey Krivosh is a long Krivosh and thankyou for both Demro says he found great centers; and the revised Curfew recreational, school and/or time Lakewood resident and your business and civic contri- satisfaction in working with law which tightens times juve- church activities.” LHS Alumnus. He has continu- butions to our community. individuals and groups to niles can be on the streets. He Around the Corner has improve the quality of life for also voted to support economic been in business for 35 years Lakewood Celebrates The Fourth Of July With all citizens. “I spent four years development projects includ- and has become a Lakewood Parade, Concerts And Fireworks working on issues big and ing Rosewood Place, Rockport landmark. Under Mickey Kri- by Melissa Garrett Fourth of July parade is sched- small,” Demro stated, “and Square, the Lakewood YMCA, vosh’s vision, this restaurant Lakewood’s annual Fourth uled to step off on at 10:00 because we achieved success the Lakewood Public Library, and tavern has always been of July celebration will take a.m. on Lake Avenue at Ken- Lakewood is a better place to innovative, while maintain- place on Saturday, July 4. The call home.” Demro was the continued on page 16 ing the charm that has made continued on page 7 Page 2 The Lakewood Observer June 30, 2009 Lakewood Observer Left to right: John Waddell, Marty Bakoss, Tom Fraser, Bill Gaydos H2O - Helping Others Westerly Apartments Adds Four New Board Members by Larry Faulhaber the construction of other senior At its June Annual meeting, buildings in area, and the low Lakewood d Senior Citizens Inc., birth rate during the depression, the non profit corporation that suites are immediately available. owns and manages the 500 suite To learn more information about Westerly Apartment complex for the many affordable living oppor- adults over 55 years of age, added tunities available for older adults four new members to it Board of at Westerly Directors. Board Chair, Dorothy Apartments, visit http://www. Buckon, announced that Marty westerlyapartments.com, or call Bakoss, Director of Senior Services the Westerly at 216/521-0053. at Lakewood Hospital; Thomas The same 11 member Board Fraser, Senior Vice President of controls the Barton Community First Federal S & L Lakewood; Center, which offers a variety William Gaydos, President of Wm of social and educational pro- Gaydos & Associates, Real Estate grams for the Westerly residents, Appraisal and Consulting Co.; and adults over 55 years of age, On a recent service trip to the Cleveland Foodbank, H2O campers prepared over and John Waddell, Owner, Wad- in classes and activity rooms in 600 meals to be distributed to northeast Ohio residents. Caught here in action are dell and Associates Architects, the ground floor of the West- campers Louie Wenner and Mary Oliver with counselor Trevor Davis in the middle were added to the eleven member erly. Non resident members of the making meals for Meals On Wheels. Board. Barton Center come to the Cen- Lakewood Senior Citizens Inc. ter from homes and apartments by Lynn Foran soltuions to community needs. While was established in 1961. The first in Lakewood and surrounding H2O Summer Service Camp is the overall program is sponsored by the Westerly building opened in 1963, suburbs. The Westerly website sponsored by the City Of Lakewood, City of Lakewood, the camp program is with 160 apartments. Additions includes a link to the Barton Cen- Division of Youth. The mission of H2O funded by private donations and grants. in 1969 and 1974 brought the total ter, or you can get information on Summer Service Camp is to strengthen These funds are used to hire and train studio, and one and two bedroom its programs and activities by con- and enrich Lakewood and the greater camp counselors, cover transporation units to 499. For many years, tacting 216/221-3400. costs, and purchase camp supplies. Cleveland area by engaging its youth as there were long wait lists, but with community builders. Through H2O Tax-deductible donations can be made Camp, middle school students are out to The Lakewood Foundation/H2O encouraged to become “action archi- and sent to H2O, 12900 Madison Ave, tects,” designing and implementing Lakewood, OH 44107.

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