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by Jose Vargas that can provide individuals and families by Tyra Byrd Many influential people came out to speak The Center for Advanced Mental Health in the Collinwood area with food. With the Toyz N Da Hood sponsors local commu- to the youth and present them with their Practice (CAMHP) is a private practice help of volunteers and the Greater Cleve- nity center event gifts. County Councilman Anthony Har- that provides psychoanalysis, psychother- land Food Bank, Siggy’s Village is able to Tuesday Dec. 20, 2016, Toyz N Da Hood, ris, gave an intro speech to welcome the apy and drug and chemical dependency provide food free of charge to those that TNDH, was one of several sponsors of a parents and students to the event. Ryan treatment for eastern Cuyahoga County visit the food pantry. Reducing the preva- charity giveback at Five Points Community Gilkerson, local radio host; Kelvin “Deuce” and , area. As a member of lence of hunger can cause a ripple of posi- Center. Amongst the donors was Def Jam Rice, on air personality-Radio One; Ricki the Collinwood neighborhood, CAMHP tive changes throughout the Collinwood Records and StarMusic Media. Rich, local rapper; and So Blessd an up- began the CAMHP Foundation, a 501 (c) community. The entire event was put together and coming model gave encouraging words on 3 nonprofit organization, to address the Siggy’s Village welcomes you to be a hosted by Quincy “Big Heff” Taylor, Mid- why school was so important in being suc- needs of residents. part of our efforts in our goal to continue west Rep for Def Jam Records. cessful in life. Siggy’s Village, a project created by the to make Collinwood a great place to live TNDH is a charitable organization that Several children were chosen by their CAMHP Foundation, gives Collinwood and spend time. Siggy’s Village is located provides toys to children whose families are teachers to receive gifts for the event. The community members of all ages a place to at 15416 Saranac Road Cleveland, Ohio facing dire economic needs. The program chosen children were able to choose two access centralized resources for daily liv- 44110. We believe that our mission will started in Atlanta a few years ago. Since gifts from the table of donations and all of ing. Siggy’s Village is continuing to expand change the lives of our Collinwood com- its origin, the program has developed into the other children in attendance were given and grow to offer activities for community munity members. For any questions, to a national initiative with drives in Cleve- the opportunity to choose one gift. members. The CAMHP Foundation wel- learn more about our project, or to volun- land, Atlanta, Texas and many more. Every “Thank you to Big Heff and TNDH for comes the community to come visit and teer, please feel free to contact Siggy’s Vil- year Toyz N Da Hood reaches hundreds of the charitable holiday toy give back. Great take part in the activities being offered. lage at 216-862-3815. thousands of children all over the country. to see young career men and women giv- The CAMHP Foundation would like to The drive also has collaborated with many ing back to communities through TNDH introduce Samantha Hess as the Admin- Activities and Upcoming Activities celebrity endorsers such as Young Jeezy, Charitable Foundation,” Brent Minor, istrative Director and Jose Vargas as the Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: Chris Brown, Wale and many others. Youth Development Coordinator-St. Clair Program Director. Both individuals are Food Bank (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) “It really feels good to help the commu- Superior Development Corporation. looking forward to serving the commu- 3rd Monday of Each Month: Senior Bingo nity and shine light on students that are This was the first of three events in the nity to provide needs and offer meaningful (9 a.m to 10: 30 a.m.) willing to give the extra effort in school and Cleveland area hosted by Toyz N Da Hood. and fulfilling activities for the Collinwood Tuesdays: Adult Chess (Time TBA) to pull companies like Def Jam, StarMusic The sponsors would like to encourage you neighborhood. Their goal through pro- Thursdays: Kids Chess (3:30 p.m. to 4: 30 Media, JoyFay International and Nerve to increase your cost of giving this holiday gramming at Siggy’s Village is to provide p.m.) DJs together for the 2016 Toyz NDa Hood season. a safe and relaxing environment to meet Ages 5-8 @ 3:30p.m. Campaign at Five Points Community Cen- Tyra Byrd, StarMusic Media physical, social, and emotional needs by Ages 9-12 @ 4:00p.m ter that they can smile for the holiday is 216-206-9530, [email protected] connecting members of the community to Ages 13-15 @ 4:30p.m awesome,” Quincy Taylor. Quincy “Big Heff” Taylor one another. Saturdays: Music, morning chit chat along The drive brings together entertainers, www.nervedjs.com Siggy’s Village also offers a food pantry with reading to seniors (Time TBA) artists, schools and a variety of donors. www.starmusicmedia.com Harvard Soul Bistro - Cozy and Delicious

A cozy and delicious alternitive to the lo- tion has continued at their new Harvard The hours are 11:00 to 11:00 Monday cal food scene has opened at 317 East 200th Soul Bistro. through Thursday, 11:00 to 1:00 AM Friday street. Open for busines since last Thanks- The totally remodelled restaurant is classy and Saturday, and noon to 11:00 on Sunday. giving, the Harvard Soul Bistro is part of and elegant, with a cozy atmosphere. The Full bar service is available. Excellent TV’s a restauruant group which is comprised of menu features soul food classics. I tried the in the bar for watching the Cavs. Behind the Harvard Wine and Grille, Take Five, Shrimp and Grits for lunch and give it an the restaurant on Fuller Ave there is a free Five Points, and Diablo’s. The friendly A+. It was one of the most delicious meals parking lot. manager Lori, assured me that the high I have had in a while. I can not wait to stop Stop in and try this great addition to the food quality and excellent service reputa- back and try the whole menu. neighborhood. Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 9 • Issue 1 January 2017 January 2017 The Collinwood Observer Volume 9 • Issue 1 Page 3

Community HGR Councilman’s Corner Local Manufacturers Partner with CWRU for Wind Energy Research COMMUNITY MEETINGS Williams and Northern Power Systems by Michael D. the sights and sounds of the historic Eu- have joined to facilitate industry growth in The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news Polensek clid Beach Amusement Park while at the COLLINWOOD HOMEOWNERS MEETING the wind energy product market. source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local same time improving our lakefront. We 1st Wednesday of the month business dedicated to the development of grass roots 7:00 PM The center is comprised of three wind Welcome to 2017. look forward to working with MetroParks media and increased connectedness of the citizens, St Mary Church turbines as part of the $3-million Ohio De- civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in I hope everyone throughout 2017 and beyond. 15519 Holmes Avenue partment of Development Third Frontier and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. had a wonderful We should learn sometime before March Wright Project. Two of the three turbines Christmas, Cha- as to what the Mayor will be proposing EAST 185th STREET NEIGHBORHOOD THE COLLINWOOD OBSERVER ASSOCIATION are located in Euclid, Ohio, on the cam- nukah and Kwan- in the way of services, improvements and 650 E. 185TH STREET 2nd Tuesday of the Month pus of William Sopko & Sons. The larg- zaa Celebrations. enhancements for the City as a result of 6:00 PM CLEVELAND, OH 44119 est turbine rises 230 feet and generates 1 I wish all in our the passage of Issue 32. Obviously, we on Lithuanian Hall 877 East 185th Street – next to Post Office megawatt that provides power to adjacent Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. community a healthy, prosperous and safe the northeast side of the city want to see

All rights reserved. Any reproduction is Stamco Industries. The intermediate-sized New Year. enhanced police service, better street and DEMOCRATIC WARD CLUB turbine powers Sopko & Sons, while the forbidden without written permission. A lot transpired in 2016 on the develop- road repair, maintenance of our parks & 2nd Wednesday of the Month PUBLISHER 6:30 PM third and smallest is on CWRU’s campus ment front and I am looking forward to an playgrounds, a Building & Housing De- by Gina M. Tabasso John Copic, [email protected] Collinwood Slovenian Home and powers The Veale Convocation, Ath- even more prosperous 2017. The long-await- partment which is responsive to the needs 15810 Holmes Avenue According to the American Wind Energy letic and Recreation Center with more than ed resurfacing and rebuilding of East 152 of the community, and a budget that ad- PRESIDENT: Councilman Polensek ADVERTISING John Copic, 216.505.0185 Association, “With 60,009 megawatts of 55,000 killowatts or 5 percent of what the Street will begin within the first quarter of dresses the ”quality of life” issues which EAST 156th STREET NEIGHBROHOOD wind power capacity installed as of the end center uses. A large turbine can produce WRITERS: Bob Payne, Pat Brady, Matthew the year and will take us through 2018. This we in the greater Collinwood Ward 8 com- ASSOCIATION of 2012 and more than 13,131 megawatts 5 megawatts, enough to power more than Orgovan, Gina M. Tabasso, Rita Kingsbury, project is critical to the Collinwood Village munity believe are critical. I can assure you 3rd Wednesday of the month currently under construction in the U.S., 1,400 homes per year. Fr. Joseph Fortuna, Pastor, V. McGraw, Joe community. I ask for all of your patience as one thing that during the upcoming budget 6:00 PM Valencic, Rina Catena, Nan Kennedy, Heidi Collinwood Recreation Center companies large and small see opportuni- According to David Matthiesen, WERC this major project proceeds throughout the hearings – that I will be lending my voice Shenk, Melissa Gleeson, Peter Brown, 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard ties for expanding into the wind energy faculty director, “The project combines year. to the concerns of our citizens and all tax Michael D. Polensek, Allison Lukacsy, Gail market.” To develop innovations that can CWRU engineering expertise with funded Greenberg, Erica Marks, John Horton, Work has begun on the historic LaSalle payers. 5th DISTRICT COMMUNITY RELATIONS be approved for use, the industry needs to MEETING facilities to provide platforms for the de- Courtney DeSchepper, Nicole English, Julia Theatre. I believe in this project so strongly For the new year, we have a new Com- 3rd Wednesday of the month test and demonstrate products on working velopment of wind power supply chain DiBaggio, Marilyn Ottato, Sr. Madeline that I committed partial funding from our mander in the 5th District, recently sworn 6:00 PM turbines. products and long-term educational and Muller, Susan Brandt, Laurie Henrichsen, Ward allocation dollars for this lynchpin in my Mayor Jackson. We welcome Com- Collinwood Community Services Center The Wind Energy Research and Com- training opportunities. In addition to the Marguerite DiPenti project. Thank you to Northeast Shores mander Sammy Morris, a Ward 8 resident, East 152 Street mercialization (WERC) Center at Case research data being gathered, the turbines Development Corporation (NSDC) for to the District. We have had a long stand- PHOTOGRAPHY: John Copic, Liz Copic, EAST 140TH STREET NEIGHBORHOOD Western Reserve University partners with provide energy to nearby buildings.” The Stephen Love, Sarah Gyorki spearheading this restoration and we look ing positive relationship with all of our pre- ASSOCIATION industrial partners Cleveland Electric Lab- 4TH Wednesday of the Month manufacturers involved incur no installa- forward to visiting this venue once again. vious commanders and I hope you will give oratories, Lubrizol, Parker Hannifin, Azure The views and opinions expressed in this 6:00 PM tion, maintenance or disposal costs.Gina Anyone wishing to donate to this non- Commander Morris the same welcome and Energy, Rockwell Automation, Swiger Coil publication are those of each writer, and not Collinwood Community Services Center M. Tabasso, marketing communications profit endeavor should call NSDC at (216) support which we are known for. We look East 152 Street those of the publisher, editor or any other entity. Systems and William Sopko & Sons. These specialist, HGR Industrial Surplus, www. 481-7660. forward to working with him in the Ward 8 organizations provided $3 million in fund- hgrinc.com The Collinwood Observer is powered by: The new multi-million dollar Salvation community. We wish former Commander OLIVER HAZARD PERRY (SCHOOL) COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ing. Since the projects inception, Sherwin- Army Temple Corps at 17625 Grovewood Dennis Hill all the best as he takes up his 1st Tuesday of the month is tentatively set to officially open Sunday, new position within the Cleveland Met- 6:00 PM 19 March. As I have said before, the Salva- ropolitan School District (CMSD) Police Collinwood Recreation Center

tion Army has made a major commitment Department. to our community and I cannot say enough 2017 will be an interesting year to say the Monday night at 7:00 PM To submit a story, go to www.collinwoodobserver. good things about them. Please remem- least. There will be elections for both Mayor Please note – this is a public and open com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on ber them when you think about finan- and members of Cleveland City Council. I meeting but does not take public commentary Submit Story, and start writing. cially supporting non-profit neighborhood will make an official announcement some-

groups who work on behalf of our children time in the first quarter of the new year as Any questions about these meetings Next deadline: January 25, 2017 Fresh Cut Landscaping and the neediest amongst us. to whether I will be running. Right now, please feel free to call Mary Louise, Councilman Polensek’s office, You can mail your stories to the Collinwood A project near and dear to me – even when I am asked, “Mike, are you running?” (216) 664-4236 or Leaf Observer office at 650 E. 185th Street, though not within Collinwood – but which All I can say is – right now – YES! I have Julia DiBaggio, Northeast Shores Dev. Corp., * Cutting * Edging * Weeding * Blowing * Snow Cleveland, OH 44119. effects the western portion of Ward 8 – is been honored to represent the residents of (216) 481-7660 Clean up Plowing the new East side Market at East 105th the 8th Ward; for this I am very grateful. * Mulching * Fertilizing * Reseeding * Street. The contractor for the project is The This is my home. The Greater Collinwood * Bed Cultivation * Tree and Shrub Care * Albert M. Higley Company. Work is un- community and East Glenville are very derwayfor this new anchor for the St Clair near and dear to me, as most people know, * Light Hauling * Top Soil * Sod Lawn * Avenue corridor. just as these communities were to my At Euclid Beach Park the Cleveland grandparents and parents. Beachland Hair Design For MetroParks has begun demolition for the I look forward to working with all of our For Info Call Greg much anticipated improved bluff area and residents, businesses and organizations Hair Salon Information new pier. This is a project I have advo- throughout this year. As always I may be SUSAN M. BRANDT, Owner 216.376.8485 cated for a long time and it is critical, in reached at my office at (216) 664-4236 or On my opinion, to turning Euclid Beach Park via email at mpolensek@clevelandcity- into a true destination experience for our council.org. Senior Citizen Discounts Advertising residents and those who still remember

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Events Community Martin Luther King Day Heroin Epidemic Workshop Holiday Party at Collinwood Winter’s Here, Let’s Have a Great by Sr. Madeline Muller McDaniel, Director of Life Recovery Min- Celebration at The Salvation Army Drug overdose is the leading cause of ac- istries. This meeting will give us informa- Neighborhood Catholic Ministries Year at Collinwood Library! by Sr. Madeline Muller the workshops, lunch will be served and the cidental death in the US, with 47,055 lethal tion and education to help deal with the by Kiaira Jefferson (CMA) Pro- The Salvation Army will host a Martin Lu- children will have the opportunity to make drug overdoses in 2014. Opioid addiction heroin epidemic in our city. YOUTH PROGRAMS: grams: ther King Day celebration on Monday, Jan- cards which will be distributed to The Hos- is driving this epidemic, wirh 18,deaths January 12 from 2;00P to 4:00P Kids Café CMA comes to Collinwood with some- uary 16th from 10:00 until 2:00. Children pice of the Western Reserve located on E. related to heroin and opiate addiction. Sui- Collinwood Neighborhood Catholic Visit the Collinwood Branch Library after thing HUGE: ART! Art comes in all shapes and teens of all ages are invited to take part 185th Street. cide by opiates is also dramatically on the Ministries 15706 St. Clair Avenue; Cleve- school for Kids Café provided by the Cleve- and sizes and with this unique program in this event. This year’s theme is DREAM, At the end of the day participants will be rise. land OH 44110 land Food Bank!! we’ll get to see just how big art can be. MOVE, SERVE. We will begin with a brief invited to share the projects that they cre- Join us for an afternoon with Karell T. Monday – Friday 3:30pm-4:30pm Thursday, January 12th at 3:00pm talk and question and answer session from ated during the workshops. Produce for Cleveland Cleveland Museum of Natural History a woman who will tell us about her experi- Free, fresh produce distributed through (CMNH): ences in the South during The Civil Rights Event planners include: Caroline Peak, Taste the Neighborhood & Awards a partnership with the CMNH Vouchers are provided to the Era. Her insights will be as relevant today Charlotte Iafeliece, Margaret Craig, Sr. Food Bank. One free (5 pound) bag of branch every month and are available to Save the Date for this year’s Taste the as it was in the 1950’s and 60’s. Madeline Muller, Jamar Doyle and Val- produce per household, per week while check out with your Library card! Each Neighborhood, Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Best Business: Celebrate the achievements Participants will then be invited to join erie Beutel. AmeriCorps members from supplies last. Tuesdays (Ask branch staff for voucher allows FREE admission for two at the Lithuanian Hall. Join Northeast of your favorite local business and their age appropriate workshops based upon the NEOMED and University Hospital will delivery schedule) adults and four children. Vouchers must be Shores to sample foods from our neighbor- owner. day’s theme: Dream, Move, Serve. After volunteer A Visit With Santa Toys courtesy of the Bureau of Community Policiny Snowflake Icicles redeemed within 30 days of checking out. hood’s many restaurants and eateries. From by Sr. Madeline Muller a Humphry popcorn ball as a memento of Keep warm while making these cool crafts! Special Closing for the Holidays: ribs and wings, to sausage to soup, there is Investment of the Year: What change this With beads, pipe cleaners and a little imag- Monday, January 2nd – New Year’s Day something for everyone. Don’t forget to year helped make Collinwood such a great The halls at the Collinwood Neighborhood Collinwood’s past. Catholic Ministry House were decked with The toys were courtesy of the Bureau of ination your home will be full of wintry Monday, January 16th – Martin Luther Mark your calendar for Northeast bring your checkbook as we’ll continue the place. fun. Thursday, January 5th at 4:30pm King Jr. Day tradition of having a Chinese raffle featur- Christmas trees and boughs of greenery for Community policing. Parishioners of Gesu Shores’ Annual Membership Meeting ing the amazing businesses in Collinwood. Collinwood Hall of Fame: Recognition of their annual Holiday Party. On Sunday, Church in University Heights Decorated This is more than a fundraiser; it’s an one person’s dedication and devotion to the December 4th, folks from two months to the house and baked and frosted sugar On Tuesday, January 17, at 6:30pm at the Sign up for 2017 membership? Well then Breakfast with Santa opportunity to honor the amazing people betterment of the neighborhood. 80 years young partook of delicious mini cookies and provided gifts for teens, kid- Collinwood Rec. Center! you better get your butt to this meeting! of Collinwood. Submit your nomination by sandwiches and homemade cookies. As dies and adults. Want to hear about all the great hap- We can’t wait to share with you how Col- January 27th and why they deserve to be To purchase tickets, make a nomination or usual, Santa was a big hit. The children Collinwood Neighborhood Catholic penings of 2016? Or vote on who will help linwood has improved over the last year! recognized for the following categories: for additional information, contact Julia then scampered to the basement and deco- Ministries wishes you and your family a direct the organization’s goals for 2017? DiBaggio at 216-481-7660 or jdibaggio@ rated picture frames to house the record of blessed and peaceful new year. Outstanding resident: Regular folks who northeastshores.org their visit with Santa. Everyone was given go that extra mile.

Amazing Block Watches: Neighborhood Millcraft Brings Home a Win at groups that have made great achievements throughout the year. David Simpson Hospice House Corrigan-Deighton Funeral Home Sabrina Bowens Genevieve Costanzo, Senior Development Millcraft, a distributor and converter of Officer at Hospice of the Western Reserve. Face painting Arts and crafts Cremation 21900 EUCLID AVE. fine commercial paper and envelopes, “We are so privileged to help patients and kicked off its 2016 holiday season by donat- families live each moment to the fullest.” Packages Staring EUCLID OHIO 44117 ing time and funds to non-profit organiza- Scott Eisenmann, Reginal Manager at www.CorriganDeighton.com tions through its “buy & give” copy paper Millcraft noted how much his team enjoyed at $895.00 HGR Industrial Surplus’ blog at hgrinc.com/blog is the purchasing program. The team recently spending time with the patients: place to learn about local manufacturing and makers! stopped by David Simpson Hospice House “We all had a wonderful time and are Call for Information 216-481-5277 to present a check donation to Hospice of glad we can help in any way. It made such the Western Reserve for $15,000, along an impact on all of us to be able to be on with lunch. site and meet everyone. Members of the Millcraft employees, patients and their team called it the ‘highlight of their holiday families, all joined together for a tailgate season’ and said it showed the ‘true spirit of party, bringing a natural sense of cama- Christmas’. VASJ choir Family raderie to the Sunday afternoon. The team Founded in 1920 and headquartered by YoLanda LAWLER painting, various games, arts & crafts and brought in goodies from local bakeries, in Cleveland, Ohio, The Millcraft Paper Breakfast with Santa by Northeast Shores a hot-delicious breakfast. The children also their own kitchens and a full pizza buffet Company is an independently-owned, & the Quality of Life Committee. The event took pictures with Santa and were able to to enjoy, going room to room to invite pa- fourth-generation merchant serving the was held at Villa-Angela St. Joseph High take their photograph home with them. tients and their visitors to “tailgate” with professional paper, packaging and graphic School on Saturday December 17, 2016. Kudos to VASJ choir for singing the holiday them. arts industries. As the leading Midwest- Many families attended the annual Break- carols. Pictures submitted by YoLanda Lawler. Al, a patient at the David Simpson based distributor of printing and office fast with Santa. The children enjoyed face Top 10 stories you may have missed in 2016: House, was eager to join in on the fun and papers and forms, envelopes, packaging, had his bed wheeled out to the main lobby and graphic design products, the Millcraft • Actress Monica Potter’s heart belongs to Collinwood and so that he could watch the game on the “big service platform has 17 sales and retail dis- A Few Simple Resolutions TV” with Millcraft employees. Throughout tribution locations in 14 cities. manufacturing by Kelly Butauski • Cut down or eliminate fertilizers, pesti- the day, over 50 people gathered around, Around this time of year most of us make cides and herbicides. (This will save you • Local bolt manufacturer had its roots in WWII effort watching the game and reveling in mo- New Year’s Resolutions: reduce stress, lose money and effort.) • Local manufacturing company shapes dental drills’ ments of normalcy, sitting side by side weight, quit smoking, spend more time • Pick up litter when you can even if it is cutting edges watching the game together, snacking on with family. These are all worthy goals and not yours. pizza. • What do a lamp, an MRI machine and a tank have in could take quite a bit of effort to accom- • Teach your children the importance of “Even though the lost common? plish. However, there are also some easy not littering. the game, it was a huge win for the hospice resolutions we can make to improve the • Pick up the dog’s business. • Production designer uses industrial surplus on film sets patients who came out of their rooms (even environment. Small efforts can make our • Refuse to buy your children turtles, gold Stacie Wertheimer while staying in their bed) and watched • National Science Foundation encourages STEM world a better place for all of us. Pick a few fish or other reptiles. The kids will be bored the game together with volunteers, jeering Senior Insurance Advisor education and careers Hospice of the Western Reserve patient, Al and to try. in a few weeks and you are stuck taking and cheering as each play was called,” said Millcraft employee, Theresa enjoying the tailgate. • Snowplow blades used by 38 states made in Euclid • Take some reusable grocery bags when care of them. Never throw any of these ani- "Taking the Confusion you shop. mals (especially the greenery) into a water- out of your Medicare Options” • After-school engineering program at Collinwood H.S. • Return used plastic grocery bags to the way. They are a huge problem in our lakes mentors students to pursue careers in the trades Bringing New Life to The LaSalle store. and streams. Call ,  Long Term Care • If you do throw away a grocery bag, cut 440-473-3370, for information on what to • Superelectric Pinball Parlor co-owners share passion for  Supplement and Theater the handles to prevent animal injury and do with them. recycled and found-object art Advantage Plans Want to be a part of bringing back this local resident, or simply an enthusiast for those ugly “urban flowers” that hang in the • Drop fishing line pieces into a container • Ingenuity Festival bridges creative and manufacturing historic and beloved East 185th Street the community...you can help pave the way trees for years. with a lid before throwing away.  Prescription Plans communities landmark! How can you help? As a dual- to the completion of our theater’s return. • Cut all the links in plastic beverage hold- • Plant some bee and butterfly friendly  Life Health & Annuities purpose fundraiser/renovation project, Light bulbs are also available for purchase ers to save animals from getting tangled. flowers. (They can even grow in pots). Northeast Shores is selling brick pavers for to help make this project possible. After • Use baking soda to clean hard surfaces in- Helping to clean up the environment 20001 Euclid Avenue (216) 272-0952 $150/each and light bulbs for $20/each. Ev- all, what’s a theater without a well-lit grand stead of toxic chemicals like Ajax or Comet. doesn’t need to be complicated. By resolv- Euclid,Ohio 44117 eryone who walks through the doors of the marquee luring you to the show? For more • Clean the toilet with a mixture of vinegar ing to try a few changes, we can all make [email protected] 216-486-4567 new theater will see the pavers, which will information call Carly Marginian at 216- and borax instead of bleach. a difference. Happy New Year from the www.hgrinc.com act as a ‘red carpet’ to the grand entryway. 481-7660. • Avoid soaps and hand cleaners containing planet and all its creatures! Whether you are part of a business, a antibiotics.

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Art School News Artist Spotlight Guerin Wolf - Article Gallery Tri-C’s Women in Transition with illustration and publishing was frus- Lyndhurst with Maria. The search began trating, though. He began to experiment for a new studio space, and that’s when he Program Open for Spring with paint as a medium, which served as a stumbled upon Article. natural transition from drawing. Wolf heard more and more about the Registration at Metro Campus Eventually, life brought Wolf to Freder- Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District free and open to the public. icksburg, Virginia and the tiny arts com- as he sought his new home as an artist. Classes will be held at Tri-C’s Metro munity in Stafford County. He painted and He wanted a collaborative studio environ- Campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, painted and just kept painting all the while ment, but didn’t want something squeaky Wednesdays and Thursdays from Jan. 17 to in the historic battlefield city of Fredericks- clean. North Collinwood seemed like a March 9. Metro Campus is at 2900 Com- burg. Wolf continually taught himself the genuine community where artists were not munity College Ave. in Cleveland. knowledge needed to expand his abilities just setting down roots, but also integrat- Registration is required for the program. as an artist: Philosophies of perspective. ing with the community. Eventually he by John Horton To learn more or to enroll, call 216-987- Substrates to work on. Archival quality found Lou Ross right in the midst of the The Women in Transition program at 4187. production. Technique. Even the best types Waterloo streets cape. Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) Women in Transition also runs eight- of paint. To date, Wolf has displayed his works will launch a spring session at Metropoli- week sessions at Tri-C’s Eastern Campus in In time he started entering juried shows across - from River Gal- tan Campus on Jan. 17. Highland Hills, Western Campus in Parma throughout the region south of Washing- lery in Rocky River to Elevate Gallery in The free program uses education and and Corporate College® West in Westlake. ton D.C. And his work was well received. Slavic Village to a huge street mural during For more information, go to www.tri-c. by Joe Barbaree ticle Gallery (15316 Waterloo Road), Wolf training to empower women at a life cross- A majority of his works were displayed in Ingenuity Fest 2015 behind the Rock & Roll edu/women-in-transition. Take a step back, reconsider your perspec- is surrounded by other working artists in roads. Participants build confidence and galleries throughout Virginia. He became Hall of Fame and Museum. A second spring session will be held at all tive - and you might start viewing the a collaborative space. Article - owned and self-esteem through classes on personal more involved in the arts scene in the state. You may have even seen Wolf and the locations beginning the week of March 20. world as Guerin Wolf does.It might sound managed by Lou and Susan Ross - gives development, career exploration and finan- As fate would have it, Wolf wouldn’t stay other artists of Article during Kickin’ It Tri-C’s Women in Transition program easy, but take a look at Wolf’s landscape artists dedicated space to work and also cial and computer literacy. in Virginia. At a point of transition in life, With Kenny in the wee hours Tuesday, De- began in 1978 and has contributed to thou- paintings on their massive canvases and display their pieces in a shared gallery in The eight-week course is designed to as- Wolf decided to make the journey back to cember 13. During the live special, Kenny sands of personal success stories. It typi- you’ll see only a fraction of the work re- the heart of the Waterloo Arts & Entertain- sist women in transitional periods of their Ohio, a place and a people that spoke to Crumpton took viewers on a tour of local cally serves about 250 women a year. quired. Countless hours, weeks and some- ment District. lives, such as a career change or return to him of home more than anywhere. shopping options in the Waterloo Arts & times months are dedicated to altering the But getting to the North Collinwood the workforce. The non-credit program is Wolf didn’t want to head back to Cin- Entertainment District. Native Cleveland, viewer’s perspective in Wolf’s pieces. community of artists took Wolf some time. cinnati or Columbus. For his move back Six Shooter Coffee, Brick Ceramic + De- The subtle changes become overwhelm- After growing up in San Francisco, Wolf to Ohio, he decided to head to Cleveland. sign Studio and Article Gallery were all ing. moved to Cincinnati with his mother and Tri-C Health, Wellness and He’d never imagined living in the post- featured, along with a host of local artists Vast skies take control of impression- eventually made his way to Columbus to industrial colossus on the shores of Lake and business owners. Preventative Care Center Reopens istic landscapes. Railroad tracks blur into attend Ohio State University. He didn’t Erie, but as he researched more and more Several of Wolf’s pieces are currently on the horizon as the vanishing sun stains the study art there, though - at least not as a about the city, the more he heard about the display in River Gallery, and samples of his at Metropolitan Campus for Spring ground crimson. Scenes of the interstate degree. Instead his coursework focused on thriving community of artists taking up work are available on his website and Face- are sparsely dotted with cars headed for writing. During his free time he studied the residence and reshaping Cleveland. book page. He can be reached by email at Semester destinations unknown. artistic process. His fiancée Maria was here, too. That didn’t [email protected]. You can also stop by John Horton Wolf’s creations breathe with life all Wolf says he grew up drawing - first with hurt either. by Article any time Wolf is in the studio The Community Health, Wellness and Pre- their own. It’s a style of painting he refers cartoons and caricatures. He even did all Wolf first set up shop in the Tower Press working to see his available work or discuss ventative Care Center at the Metropolitan to as “abstracted realism.” the illustrations for a children’s book over Building, but eventually moved out to a specific project. Campus of Cuyahoga Community College As a member of North Collinwood’s Ar- the course of several years. His experience (Tri-C®) will reopen for spring semester on Jan. 24. The care center provides low-cost health care services to uninsured or underinsured CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT Don’t Miss Your Opportunity In adults while giving Tri-C health career stu- dents learning and training opportunities Touring And Renting Affordable in a clinical setting. The center will be open 2-5 p.m. Tues- 2017–2018 Artist Live/Work Space days and Thursdays, Jan. 24 through April High School Choice Fair by Kelly Butauski earned along with their vested balance. 27. It is located in Room 105 of the Health Without Renter Equity Program Right now we are offering a 1 bedroom Careers and Sciences building at Metro We’re back again offering the Renter Equity unit. 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Savannah, Reggie and RyaNya are showing off the Danaiya and Keyon our showing off our cinquains Q: Does being a teacher make you happy? A: Letitia nature vests that we did for our Science reports. that we displayed in our room. A: Yes! It makes me happy Q: Why do you like working at Imagine Bella? Interview with Mrs. Heston - Art Teacher A: I like being here because my kids are Interviewed by Antonio Robinson (3rd here Grade) and Amira Zangare (4th Grade) Q: What was your first job? Q: How long have you been an art teacher? A: Working at my family restaruant Hot A: Since 1981 Sauce Williams as a child. I then worked at Q: Why did you choose art? Piercing Pagoda at Richmond Mall. A: Art chose me Q: How long have you worked at Imagine Q: How many schools have you taught at? Bella? St. Jerome welcomed former parishioners, family, and friends to celebrate the birth of Christ to share memo- A: Eight A: 5 years. I started as a temporary replace- ries of past Christmases and create new ones. Q: What is your “real” name? ment for the receptionist. A: Elizabeth Ruth Endicott-Heston Q: What’s your favorite movie? Amari, Keenyari, Lee and Perez are standing next to our American Indian Warrior Shields that we created for Q: What is your age? A: Imitiation of Life Mr. Fiore’s homeroom learning from RealEyes presenters. Social Studies. RealEyes Presenters visited the Imagine our second year to have these presenters by Marilyn Ottato In Science we are finishing up on ecosys- Imagine Bella Raffle Bella campus and talked with students visit our school and help us learn more The fifth grade are learning about the- Na tems and how everything in our environ- about the science behind seeing. This was about our eyes! tive American Indians and how they sur- ment is connected some way or another. vived in their environment. They learned We are learning about food chains and how about the Native Americans of the Plains, important it is not to lose the animals that Winter Art Walk West, Woodlands and the Southwest. They are connected to our food chains and webs. learned that the Spainish left their horses The children also did a report on one ani- behind and that the indians learned to mal and how important that animal is to The Christmas Season is a wonderful time to reflect The Year of Mercy has ended but the work of Mercy become excellent riders. This changed the our world. They made nature vests and put on the blessings of the past year, the troubles we goes on. We invite you to join us on the First Friday way they hunted for their food. They were the report inside the vest that they deco- overcame with the help of God and neighbor, and of every month after 8:30am Mass to recite the surprised to discover that the authors of rated. our hopes for the new year. Chaplet of Divine Mercy. our constitution used some ideas from the We just went on our first field trip to Iroquois Confederacy. the North Chagrin Metro Park where we We like to integrate art into our subjects, learned all about owls and what kinds of St. Jerome School Annual Reverse so they made their own War Shields and owls live in our neighborhoods. We took a decorated them to put outside their room. nature walk and the naturalist pointed out Raffle Next they will be designing their own te- interesting things we take for granted every by Adele Markert a top prize of $2500. After you collect your pees for the end of the unit. day. The most exciting thing we did on our Plan to join St. Jerome, Collinwood’s winnings stay and dance the night away In Reading we were going over poetry. nature walk was feed the chickadees. The Catholic School, on Friday, February 3rd with friends and alumni. All proceeds to They created their own cinquains and put naturalist handed us sunflower seeds and Mystery boxes went home with the winners on the last school day before break. for the annual Reverse Raffle to be held at benefit St. Jerome School. Only 200 tickets them on leaves in our room. They did a told us to hold out the palm of our hands Before winter break, students earned raffle or bag. On the last day before break, names Tizzano’s Party Center. Doors will open are printed and can be purchased through great job. We just recently finished reading and stand still. The next thing that hap- tickets for good behavior choices. Each were drawn for student winners. Congrats at 6pm for cocktails and the delicious din- the school office (216)486-3587 or the par- about Winter’s Tail, about the dolphin that pened was so cool. The chickadees started mystery gift was created by the teachers to everyone who was able to bring home a ner will begin at 7:15. 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Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Pre-K through 8th Grade V Faith. Family. Future. Faith Academics Community OLL Learns Beyond Classroom Life on the Lake Game Show Night Members inducted into VASJ Hall of Fame Supports OLL School Thursday, December 2, was an The annual more than $400,000 to support technology incredible night for members of the Life on the and enrichment at OLL School, including Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Lake fun- new Chromebooks, language curriculum community. It was a night that will draiser is software, distance learning technology and forever be a part of VASJ’s history as one of Our an array of after-school programs that have eight new members and one foundation Lady of the helped provide top-quality educational of- were inducted into the school’s Hall of Lake’s most ferings to every student. Fame. p o p u l a r If you’d like to support Life on the Lake The new members were introduced traditions. Each year, hundreds of school with a sponsorship or program ad, donate a by a current VASJ student before families, parishioners, friends and neigh- basket or buy tickets to attend, please visit coming to accept their award. Each bors pack the hall, enjoy good food, enter- www.ourladyofthelakeschooleuclid.org for of their stories, their backgrounds tainment, and an impressive array of raffle more information. We would love to see and their words were nothing short baskets and auction prices – all to support you there, and look forward to welcoming of inspiring. And so was the entire quality Catholic education in our commu- all the good friends who have helped make evening. More than 300 people nity. quality Catholic education possible here at gathered to celebrate and honor the Over the years, Life on the Lake has raised Our Lady of the Lake. new inductees. Hearing the students summarize Mrs. Hribar coaches the Brain Brawlers to academic success. their accomplishments made the Catholic Schools Week Showcases ceremony even more special for the inductees. It was also a great way for Quality Education at OLL the guests to see the amazing students VASJ serves. It was very exciting for the VASJ students to take part in such The 2016 VASJ Hall of Fame inductees (left to right): Don Dailey ’70, Sr. Maria Berlec ’67, OSU, Dr. Richard Holzheimer ’57, Barbara Petty Tyler an important evening in the school’s ’60, Christopher McGrath ’69, Ted Kwasniak & Thor Swanson accepting for Joymarie Kwasniak Swanson ’91 (posthumously), Rev. Martin Solma ’66, SM, and Teresa Metcalf Beasley ’83. The Howley Foundation received the Distinguished Foundation Award. history. The students were eager to meet and St. Joseph High School. and shake hands with the inductees and The newly inducted members join the feeling was certainly reciprocated. a prestigious group of over 80 members Many of the inductees expressed an of the VASJ Hall of Fame. interest in scheduling an additional Congratulations to the members of meeting or lunch with the students to the VASJ Hall of Fame Class of 2016: get to know them a little better. Teresa Metcalf Beasley ’83 All students at OLL participate in Coding -- and they love it! The Villa Angela-St. Joseph Sr. Maria Berlec ’67, OSU Our Lady of the Lake School takes learning “I love coding because it’s not just a game. High School Hall of Fame was Donald J. Dailey ’70 beyond the classroom in all kinds of ways. There’s so much more behind it.” established to honor alumni, faculty Dr. Richard E. Holzheimer ’57 Using cutting edge technology and engaged - Maggie Trickett members and others associated with Christopher McGrath ’69 learning, teachers find new ways to get stu- “I think coding is great because it chal- the VASJ community who, through Fr. Martin Solma ’66 dents excited about learning. lenges you!” their achievements, their exemplary Joymarie Kwasniak Swanson ’91 - Hayden Johnson character and their dedicated service, (posthumously) Coding “You can have so much fun that you for- embody the ideals nurtured by the Barbara Petty Tyler ’60 Coding has become a favorite with students get you are learning!” current school and its predecessor Visit vasj.com/halloffame2016 for Open house is a great chance to visit classrooms and see what Our Lady of the Lake has to offer. A group of VASJ student ambassadors had the honor of introducing the inductees at the 2016 of all ages at OLL. Every student, from Kin- - Sam Miller institutions – Villa Angela Academy more information about the event. Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony event on December 2. dergarten through 8th grade, participates Every year Catholic Schools Week at the An Important Evening with Jesse Wein- in coding – an innovative, hands-on ap- end of January celebrates the qualities that berger, Online Safety Guru proach to teaching computer science that Academic Quiz Team make Catholic education special. OLL will Thursday, February 2 7:00pm lets students get behind the scenes to learn Another great opportunity for middle be celebrating all week long, with a spelling With technology in everyone’s pocket, par- how to design their own computer systems school students is the Academics Quiz bee and a geography bee, community day, ents today have more to worry about when through code. This is the same code used to Team at Our Lady of the Lake. National Ac- science day with a visit from COSI, an Out- it comes to keeping children safe online. build everything from video games to com- ademic Quiz Teams were formed to bring back Ray assembly, student and teacher ap- Because a safe and nurturing learning en- plex computer systems, and the skills stu- students together in academic challenges preciation, and much more. Two events are vironment is a top priority at Our Lady of dents are honing are helping prepare to be that would be both fun and challenging. open to visitors interested in learning more the Lake School, we’re bringing internet competitive in the 21st century. But equally The OLL Brain Brawl team has been having about quality Catholic education. safety expert Jesse Weinberger in for a spe- importantly, they love doing it. Older stu- a great time, testing their brain power and cial presentation to our families – and in- dents help younger ones get up to speed, racking up points. They launched with their Join Us for Open House viting parents in the community to join us. and everyone has a great time learning by first invitation to St Ignatius High School’s January 29 11:00am-2:00pm Please take advantage of this tremendous doing. First Annual Brain Brawl tournament this Come tour Our Lady of the Lake School, opportunity to learn everything you need You can hear it yourself in the words of year – and they’re looking forward to many VASJ President Bill Cervenik ’72 inducts VASJ senior Malik Calloway Jr. accepts VASJ sophomore Emily Gail poses with VASJ junior Erin Osborne and President meet teachers and families, and learn more to know to help your child stay safe in the Sr. Maria Berlec ’67, OSU into the VASJ the Distinguished Foundation Award on her grandfather and newly inducted Hall of Bill Cervenik ’72 pose with Teresa Metcalf Mrs. Patterson’s fourth grade class: more competitions to come! about whether Catholic education could technology age by attending this session on Hall of Fame. behalf of the Howley Family Foundation. Fame member Dr. Richard Ho.zheimer ’57. Beasley ’83 at the Hall of Fame induction. be the right choice for your child. Student February 2 at Our Lady of the Lake. Tickets ambassadors will be happy to greet visitors are free but reservations are required and and answer questions, and classrooms will freewill offerings will be accepted. For more VASJ is a faith-based educational community Save the Date! feature demonstrations and presentations information, visit www.ourladyofthelake- Spring Open House Please join us for these upcoming events at Our Lady of the Lake. of student work, curriculum and an array of schooleuclid.org. that accepts you for who you are and helps you technology and enrichment choices offered at OLL. For information or to schedule a Open House | January 29 | 11:00am-2:00pm become the person you want to be. Mar. 21 at 6 p.m. tour, visit www.ourladyofthelakeschooleu- clid.org or call (216)481-6824. Jesse Weinberger - Internet Safety VASJ.COM/ADMISSIONS February 2 | 7:00pm Life on the Lake Game Show Night VILLA ANGELA-ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL February 4 | 5:30pm-Midnight 18491 Lakeshore Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44119 • 216-481-8414 • www.vasj.com For more information, Catholic education in the Ursuline and Marianist traditions visit www.ourladyofthelakeschooleuclid.org.

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Arts Playwrights Local’s “Objectively/Reasonable” Returns to Waterloo Arts in February 2017 INDIAN HILLS SENIOR COMMUNITY Playwrights Local 4181 and YWCA Greater Cleveland. Playwrights Critically acclaimed play on the 2014 Tamir Local is proud to bring this powerful new WELCOMES YOU! Rice shooting in Cleveland to be remount- work back to Cleveland audiences by popu- ed for four weeks only. Directed by Ter- lar demand. rence Spivey, the ensemble-written work The world premiere of Objectively/Rea- returns from February 17 through March sonable ran from August 17 through Sep- 11 at Waterloo Arts. tember 4, 2016, playing to sold-out houses. Cleveland, OH; December 19, 2016 Presented as a “community response” to Playwrights Local is pleased to announce the shooting of Tamir Rice in November the return of its critically acclaimed docu- 2014, the play was based on original in- mentary play, Objectively/Reasonable: A terviews with legal experts, social critics, Community Response to the Shooting of police officers, and other Greater Cleve- Tamir Rice, 11/22/14. Directed by Ter- landers. Like the original production, the rence Spivey, the original staging of this restaged Objectively/Reasonable considers ensemble-written work will be remounted the impact and aftermath of this tragic in- for four weeks only. Performances will run cident and its related legal cases, expressing from February 17 through March 11, 2017 unheard voices from the Cudell neighbor- The remounted Objectively/Reason- dents. Group packages can be arranged at the Creative Space at Waterloo Arts. Ad- hood and the city as a whole. Along with able features original cast members Kaila by contacting Tom Hayes at hayes@play- ditional information, including details on stage movement and song, the play features Benford, Samone Cummings, Kali Hat- wrightslocal.org or (216) 302-8856. For tickets and special post-show discussions, eighteen monologues which, as described ten, LaShawn Little, and Nathan Tolliver. complete information, visit the company’s can be found at http://playwrightslocal. by Cleveland Jewish News, “pulsate with Joining them for this production are new- website at http://playwrightslocal.org/. org/. purpose and artistic integrity.” comers Christina Johnson, Laprise Ma- Playwrights Local is a theater company Objectively/Reasonable was hailed by Objectively/Reasonable was conceived rie Johnson, Mary-Francis Renee Miller, based in Cleveland. Billed as a playwrights’ as “electric, probing and and edited by David Todd, Artistic Direc- Kenny Parker, and Corin B. Self. The stage center, the organization’s goal is to provide uncomfortably raw…a play that needs to tor of Playwrights Local. Contributing manager is Geraldine Harris and the assis- a home for dramatic writing in Northeast be seen.” By Cool Cleveland, it was praised playwrights for this ensemble-written tant director is Nathan Tolliver. Others on Ohio. They offer classes and workshops, as “a work that should travel to theaters work include Mike Geither, Tom Hayes, the creative team include lighting designer produce original plays, provide networking all over the country…a catharsis.” Talkin’ Lisa Langford, Michael Oatman, and Todd. Margaret Peebles, set designer Terrence opportunities, and engage the community Broadway pronounced it “a show that begs As with the 2016 premiere, the 2017 restag- Spivey, sound designer David Todd, and through outreach projects. Tax-deductible to be seen by police officers and citizens ing will be directed by Terrence Spivey, board operator Ludie Cummings. contributions to this 501(c)(3) group can alike,” while Broadway World proclaimed well-known to Cleveland audiences from The revival of Objectively/Reasonable be made at http://playwrightslocal.org/do- it “a must-see experience for anyone inter- his tenure as Artistic Director of Karamu runs February 17 through March 11, 2017, nate/. ested in the real world around them.” The House. “With the heated climate we have with performances Thursday through Sat- Tom Hayes, Managing Director original production received national cov- been living in, the voice of the people needs urday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2:30 pm. Playwrights Local erage from NPR, American Theatre, and to be heard,” Spivey says. “I’m proud once All shows are at the Creative Space at Wa- [email protected] Are You Age 55+ and Looking for a GREAT Place to Live? 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Senior Page Senior Page Bob’s Corner ENTERTAINMENT TRIPS Managing Your Utility Bills SERVICES she will issue you a number. Wait in the Euclid Senior Tuesday, January 10th – 11:15 a.m. hallway until your number is called. Center The Office of the Ohio Consumer’s Coun- DPS sel (OCC) is the state agency that repre- Tuesday, January Chair Exercise to Music – 11:00 a.m. All the programs listed are available at sents of Ohio’s residential utility consum- 10th DRA – Wednesday Euclid Lakefront Community Center ers before state and federal regulators and 10:00 a.m. to Noon 1 Bliss Lane, Euclid, OH 44123 in the courts. Will be here to talk about to & 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Silver Sneaker Class – 10:00 – 10:50 a.m. – 216-289-2985 www.cityofeuclid.com how you Managing your utility bills and 20 - Minute free Dining Room Annex\ Mondays, Wednes- also how to better manage the rising cost consultations. days and Fridays. Free with Silver Sneakers of their electric and natural gas bills. Have a question for an attorney regarding membership. Book Discussion – January 9th Fun BINGO estate planning, wills, trusts, Medicaid At 1:15 p.m. in the Senior Center Library. January 10th & 24th JACK Cleveland Casino Community Police Talk Eligibility, Long Term Care Needs, or FUN AND GAMES Jennifer from the Euclid Public Library BEADING CLASS: will lead the discussion on the book, “Girl by Bob Payne Bingo for Prizes - 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. – FREE Wednesday, January 25th Thursday, January 12th at 12:15 p.m. Veterans Benefits? The attorneys at Daniel Monday, January 9th 10:30 a.m. to Noon. Waits with Gun” by Amy Stewart. Pieces of life. Sponsored by Ohio Living Home Health & Leave the center at 9:00 a.m. and return “Cop –a- Question” – Immediately after P. Seink Co. offer vast experience in the Hospice & Mount St. Joseph. to the center around 3:30 p.m. $10.00 per Lunch. Members from our Police Depart- field of elder law. Founder and Managing FREE to members No matter how many years you live, life Post Office On Wheels is too short. Well, maybe life isn’t too short. person, per trip. Drop off at casino front ment update us monthly and will answer Partner, Daniel P. Seink, is one of twenty Quilting Class – 2nd & 3rd Thursdays – Friday, January 20th Perhaps it’s just that the important moments BIRTHDAY DAY- door. Register at the front desk. LIMITED all your questions. Can’t be here? Leave Ohio attorneys certified as an Elder Law 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. pass us by too quickly. January 18th SEATING; however we must have at least your questions at the front desk. Also, if Attorney by the National Elder Law Special Services, Money Orders, Stamps & When I was young, life seemed to move Cup Cakes Sponsored by 10 people registered. No Refunds unless you have old medication that you need to Foundation. Sign up for a 20 - minute Senior Center Pinochle Tournament – Fridays – 1:00 Packaging Supplies are available. much more slowly. Maybe it was because Bella Care Hospice. your spot is filled. discard, they will take it as long as it is not time slot (FREE) at front desk. This service If the Euclid City Schools are CLOSED p.m. Computer Room. I was doing things for the first time. Many Ice Cream Sponsored by liquid or needles. will continue on the second Tuesday of Open Card Play –Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Yearly Membership Renewals things were new and exciting, and I looked Euclid Senior Programs. Grande Pointe Fun Bingo each month. Card games Pinochle, Bridge & Rummy. Please check your membership card and at the world with wonder. Tuesday, January 17th – Leave the Senior Grief Support Group make sure it is still active. Memberships Then as I grew older and routine and rep- F.F.F. Center at 1:15 p.m. and return to the cen- Thursday, January 12th – 12:45 p.m. BENEFITS CHECK-UP - FREE Bingo – Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays can be renewed at the front desk. etition crept in, life seemed to gain speed. Join us Thursday, January 19th at 10:30 ter around 3:00 p.m. Take a ride in our van This Grief Support Group is for anyone Monday, Janury 23rd AM in the Library for Fun For Foodies. to Grande Pointe in Richmond Hts. for a who has experienced the death of a loved 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 12:45 p.m. – Dining Room. Days, weeks, months and years rolled by. Get Well Cards But, there were life experiences that caused The group will meet the third Thursday of FUN BINGO including prizes & cookies. one whether it was a spouse, child, parent, Euclid Senior Programs also coordinates Pool Tournament – Friday, Dec. 16th We will be glad to send a card to a member me to pause. every month to discuss recipes and have a It’s FREE – Register at the front Desk. sibling or friend. Please join us for a new the Benefits Check - Up program at the 9:20 a.m. December winner – Bob Payne who is recovering, feeling down or just We have all had wonderful moments so demonstration opportunity provided by the Euclid Senior Lakefront Community Center. Benefits needs a little boost. Let Sylka know if you full of life and meaning that they mark your from a local Chef. The class is free, Breakfast with Grande Pointe Programs & Hospice of the Western Check - Up is a program to screen adults but please sign-up at the front desk so Wednesday, January 11th – 9:30 – 10:30 Reserve. 60+ for over 70 money-saving programs: Crochet– 10:00 a.m. – Tuesday, AC would like a card sent to another member soul. They are moments that we never want for inclement weather, there will be NO we know how many will be attending. Breakfast with Grande Pointe will be the Friday, January 13th at 11:15 a.m. prescription drug assistance, help paying to help brighten their day and give a little to forget, and memories we recall years later LUNCHES served in the dining room or Thanks! second Wednesday of each month. Join us Mac Stephens from the Euclid Senior Medicare premiums, helps with heating Adult Coloring - 1:00 Tuesday, AC encouragement. 216-289-2985. in the hopes of reliving those same feelings. homebound. Activities at the center will for muffins, fresh fruit and coffee. YUM!!! Programs Recreation Director will be here bills, phone discount, and much more. They are moments that start traditions. Mo- also be CANCELLED. School closing are EDUCATION – Nutritional Programs ments in time that we celebrate for years. Jewelry Sale in the dining room to present to us, “The Call 216-289-2985 to schedule an appt. shown on channel 3, 5 & 8. SOCIALIZATION Euclid Senior Center offers a lunch pro- I vividly remember the day I met Don- Come to our Jewelry HOT COCOA TIME Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.” Bible Study – non-denominational group gram Monday through Friday at Noon. We na. Years later I still recall exactly how she Sale on Wednesday, It’s getting cold outside, so stop in at the Podiatrist It is with great pleasure that I announce is led by Artis Powell. The group meets serve a nutritious meal that supplies 1/3 looked on that day. I remember her smile, January 4th at 10:00 Gift Shop and have a cup of hot cocoa. You Keep Your Mind Right: Dr. Hennie on Wednes- that we have exceeded our senior meals Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. – Library. of your daily nutrition requirements. Our the way she wore her hair, her laugh, what a.m. We are selling can drink one cup per day for free. If you Strategies to Maintain Your Cognitive day, January 11th House fundraising goal! menus are written by a licensed dietitian she wore, and asking to hold her hand. Each some beautiful pieces that would look want more, or want to take some home, Health. Euclid Senior Programs would like call only. Dr. Bangayan Arts & Crafts - 10:00 a.m. to insure you receive a healthy lunch. The year we relive that first date by going to the good in your collection. additional cocoa packets are available for to invite everyone to join us on Friday, Jan- onWednesday, January Breakfast with the Bob Wednesday – AC suggested donation is only $1.00. Reserva- same coffee shop, sitting at the same table, 25 cents each. Enjoy! uary 20th At 11:00 AM. Today’s presenter 18th at 9:20 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Call 289- CARP Meeting tions are to be made Monday, Tuesday or and then going for a walk hand in hand. Grande Pointe helps the Home- will be Dr. Michael Lozitsky. His talk will 2985 for an appointment at the center. Fee Thursday, January 26th– 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, BY NOON for the following What pieces of life are the most meaning- FREE FRESH PRODUCE be fun exciting and he will try to challenge - $20.00, with your membership. week. When reserving, please be conscien- ful to you? Euclid Senior Programs Monday, January you and provide activities to help you Sewing – 10:00 a.m. – Thursdays, AC tious and look ahead to make sure you While it’s good to reflect on those memo- 23rd - 12:30 – 2:30 PM maintain your cognitive function. Infield HEALTH AND FITNESS reserve lunch for the days you know you ries, don’t ever stop making new ones. If you (or until all produce is gone) Chiropractic is excited to have Dr. Michael Chair Yoga – Mondays at 9:00 and Art with Jack - 12:45 p.m. Tuesdays will be here. We now have to report the are waiting for a sign, here it is. Stop wait- First Come First Served Lozitsky joining the office. 10:00 a.m. AC $ 3.00 per class. number of no-shows and seconds. Please ing! Make the time to take in the awesome Please bring your ID AARP help us to lessen the no shows/seconds. beauty of this life. Grab hold of it and sa- Bella Care Hospice Yoga – Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. SPEAKERS Please join Bella Care Hospice as we Annex Room $ 3.00 per class. Monday, January 9th – 1:00 p.m. You can help to make a difference. vor your experiences. Live and love fiercely. Join us on Thursday, January 12th at bound Better Senior Living Choices discuss sexuality and seniors on Friday, Speaker: Dan Knecht Euclid Service Enjoy the time you have. Because, my dear 8:30AM, for Breakfast with Bob at Maria’s This month, Grande Pointe will be provid- Friday, January 6th at 11:00 a.m. Cilla January 27th at 11:15 a.m. We are living Tai-Chi – Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. Director. friend, all of this comes to an end. Life goes Family Restaurant, ing Personal Care Kits to our home-bound Buck from CarePatrol will be here to longer and healthier lives that is leading to DR – Six week series - $24, Drop-ins $6.00 by quickly. Please don’t miss it. 22578 Lakeshore Blvd. (Please note the seniors. They will be delivering the bags talk about the differences of independent continued sexual activity. But as this trend per class. new address). Yum!!! Bob Payne, Manager along with our drivers. Thanks so much living, assisted living, memory care and continues, contracting an STD is also on for caring. nursing home care. the rise. So much that Medicare is now Billie Exercise Class – (Chair) It’s good to be part of Senior Programs! offering free STD testing but only 5% are Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 a.m. – Com- You must have your OWN transportation taking advantage of this. We will be talk- puter Room to and from the center. ing about trends in sexuality as we age and how to protect ourselves and our partners. 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