March 2010 Volume 6 Issue 1 Look What’s Coming to Crocker Park! With spring on the way, lots of activities in the works and new stores celebrating grand openings, excitement is building for a great new season at Crocker Park. Health and Wellness Run for the Young Expo 2010 2010 May 8 & 9 • 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 26 • 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn from the health experts about The Run For The Young has everything from allergies, healthy eating, helped adolescents in our communi- aging, fitness and more! Health vendors and ties since 2008 when the first 5K run, health speakers all weekend long. 3K walk, and 1 mile kids fun run held at Crocker Park. National Walking Day In the past two years the event Presented By The American Heart Association has attracted over 4,000 people with April 7 • 12 – 1 p.m. over 1100 people participating in the “SAVE THE DATE” run/walk and has raised over Contact The American Heart Association $120,000 to support organizations in at (216)619-5150 or visit the web site the surrounding communities. These organizations include Community Challenge, www.startwalkingnow.org. Fairview Park Recreation Department, Lakewood YMCA, Rocky River Recreation De- partment, Westlake Recreation Department, and Youth Challenge. Here is your opportu- Events like last year’s Crocker Park Kid’s nity to participate this year. Day is one of the many activities like the Race Times: 5k run & 3K walk: 9 a.m. • mile Kids Run: 10:15 a.m. Registration: upcoming Health & Wellness Expo, Na- On-line: until June 24 at 10 a.m. www.hermescleveland.com Or mail to: Hermes Sports tional Walking Day, Run for the Young and & Events, 1624 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114 ***must be received by Wednes- Fine Arts Fair on the horizon for Crocker day, June 25th*** Same Day Registration: 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Race Course: Begin- Park this spring and summer. ning and ending at Crocker Park. The course will take runners through Westlake.
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# 5(0,( Would you like to ~ 1 SAAB DEALER IN OHIO ~ 33+<6,&,$16&(17(565 Saab of North Olmsted Providing Quality Physicians and Feed the Hungry? Diagnostic Services in Your Community ,ORAIN 2OAD s .ORTH /LMSTED /HIO Shelter the Homeless? www.saabohio.com see ad on see pages 6 & 7 440.333.2222 page 12 Care for the Sick? see ad & story pages 2 & 3 Reserve your space today in the Crocker Park Press. Call 440-899-9277 for Publication and Deadline Dates for the April 2010 Issue. March 2010 Page 2 Saab of North Olmsted: A New Era Begins! The dawn of an era for an iconic auto brand is good news for new car customers in the West Shore. General Motors and Spyker Cars NV announced last week that they have finalized the deal for Spyker to purchase Saab Automobile AB. Going forward, Saab and Spyker will operate under the Spyker (AMS:SPYKR) umbrella, and Spyker will assume re- sponsibility for Saab operations. The previously announced wind down of Saab operations has ended. “This is a great day for Saab employees, dealers and sup- pliers, and a great day for millions of Saab customers and fans worldwide,” said Jim Levine, General Sales Manager of Saab of North Olmsted. The array of high-tech features on the 9-5 offer includes: an aircraft- The official transfer of ownership from General Motors like head-up information display (Pilot HUD); adaptive lighting (Bi-Xenon to the Dutch supercar concern occurred Feb. 23. Smart Beam); adaptive cruise control; Saab DriveSense adaptive chassis With a compelling new 9-5 waiting in the wings and a raft with real-time damping control; keyless entry and starting; tri-zone air of vehicles (9-3X, 9-4) just around the bend, the Swedish conditioning; dynamic parking assistance and Saab XWD with a rear automaker’s future looks bright. eLSD, the industry-leading all-wheel-drive system. The 9-5 model is generating buzz world-wide. “We expect to have them here in June,” said Levine. “It is a brand new design from the ground up. It is a very impressive vehicle. Starting with world class safety right through to its fully turbo charged engine design, everything about this car says ‘class.’” The international press agrees. “This new, larger 9-5 looks incredibly crisp in the metal. With clean flanks, a distinctive, cantilevered roofline paired with wraparound-look glass and hand- some head- and tail lamp detailing, this is an attractive, cohesive design sans adornment – no gaping ducts, fender vents, or pro- truding aero addenda are in evi- dence anywhere. Very much in the Scandinavian mold, the 9-5 pulls design elements from the showstopping Saab Aero-X con- cept coupe and puts them in a real-world package,” writes Chris Paukert on AutoBlog. The all new Saab 9-5 sedan signals the start of a new era for the Defined and equipped by Saab as its top-of-the-line contender in the Saab brand. Sleek, sophisticated premium sedan segment, the new 9-5 is the most technically advanced car and unmistakably Saab, it combines ever produced by the company. It will be built at Saab’s home plant in stand-out looks with advanced tech- Trollhättan, where it has been engineered and chiefly developed. nologies and will bring a fresh alternative choice to the premium sedan segment when sales start later in model year 2010. Available in Linear, Vector or Aero specification, the all Levine reports that Saab of North Olmsted is also a great place to shop for new, hard-to-find 2009 Saab models. new 9-5 heralds the start of a new era for Saab. Scandinavian “We do have 2009s on the lot,” said Levine. “We were very aggressive in buying up inventory as the year went simplicity was never this advanced! along. The incentives we are offering are very strong.” St. Patrick’s Day Specials For Antique Lovers... If you like antiques, but don’t want to look like one... then mark your calendar for Journey’s “An Evening with Michael Wojtanowski, M.D., Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.” on Free gift with purchase of $75 or March 25, 6 - 8 p.m., Mitchell Sotka Antiques, 19071 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River. more…starting March 3-15th (green Enjoy wine and cheese, browse antiques and beautiful home accessories while Journey’s brand military hat or learning abou the fine art and newest trends in plastic surgery. Guests will enjoy 5% off Journey’s brand tote bag) items in the store, a special gift from Ohio Clinic for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery and the opportunity to win one of three special prizes. Chammps Space is limited. Please make your reservations by calling 440-808-9315. 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BOULEVARD BUZZ . . . . Continued from page 2 SOFT TEE SCARF SPECIAL from now until March 24 at Coldwater Creek, 2 or more $12.95 each, Regularly $15.95 each. Coldwater Creek’s endlessly long scarf is a serious must-have! Nearly weightless knit jersey is pure softness against your neck. Measuring no less than 93 inches for cozily looping once, twice, three times (or maybe even four). Available in multiple colors. Offer valid through 3/24/10 or while supplies last. For more information visit Coldwater Creek at www.coldwatercreek.com or call 440-892-4986. LEARNING EXPREES TOYS: Look at the Playdate schedules at Learning Express Toys in the Promenade! March 13 – Paper Plate Bugs Playdate 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. • April 10 – Wikki Stix Playdate 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. • May 15 – Color in Tattoos Playdate 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Call us @ 440-871-8697 for information and registration! STYLE 101 / Everyday Savings, exclusively for students and teachers at Banana Republic from now until Dec. 31. Call or stop by and Banana Republic will treat you to 15% off your purchase. NATIONAL WALKING DAY Presented by The American Heart Association on April 7, 12 – 1 p.m. “SAVE THE DATE” National Walking Day, beginning at noon. Contact The American Heart Association at 216-619-5150 or HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPO 2010: May 8 & 9 • 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Learn visit the web site www.startwalkingnow.org. from the health experts about everything from allergies, healthy eating, aging, fitness and more! Health vendors and health speakers all weekend long. RUN FOR THE YOUNG 2010: June 26, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Run For The Young has helped adolescents in our communities since 2008 when the first 5K run, 3K walk, and 1 mile kids fun run held at Crocker Park. Indulge. Race Times: 5k run & 3K walk: 9 a.m. • mile Kids Run: 10:15 a.m. Registration: On-line: until June 24 at Your service 10 a.m. www.hermescleveland.com Or mail to: Hermes Sports & Events, 1624 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH provider will 44114 ***must be received by Wednesday, June 25th*** Same Day Registration: 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Race Course: Beginning and ending at Crocker Park. The treat you to course will take runners through Westlake. Aveda rituals... There Will Never Be A Hair services - Sensory experience 189 Main St., Crocker Park - Scalp massage Better Time to Buy! 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Are you ready for warm weather? short and long-term goals will be addressed. “This is the starting busy businessman or woman looking to improve their Now is the time to shape up for summer! point for your personalized training program,” said Mark. overall health, relieve stress and experiencing the “People can cover up in the cooler weather, but with spring Phone coaching, emails and text messaging are all part benefits of a healthy lifestyle is also offered with care right around the corner, people will be wearing less clothes of the no cost support that keeps you motivated and and expertise. and showing more exposure”, Tolson said. “It’s time to get in accountable en route to your goals. ASAP Fitness is offering a “Shape Up For Summer” shape and start feeling great about yourself. Bi-monthly progress reports document your positive 2 for 1 special, where two people can train together for ASAP Fitness is for you! changes in body composition and fitness level. the price of one individualized training session. By starting now with a personalized training program, your “You will receive our honest commitment to excellence For more information on ASAP Fitness and to learn visits to ASAP Fitness in Rocky River will help you achieve the and continual education, our guarantee that you will achieve how your pre-spring shape up can lead to your healthier long-term goals that are the real benefit of personalized training. a healthier lifestyle at any age and any ability,” said Mark. lifestyle! “We take personal training very ‘personally’ at ASAP Yes, ASAP Fitness does work with many leading Please call (440) 333-LIFT(5438) or visit Fitness,” said Mark Tolson. Co-owner of ASAP Fitness in Rocky scholastic athletes in our area. Their commitment to the www.asapfitness.net. River with his wife Jacquie. “Your goals become our goals. We do strive to understand your personal needs and aspirations to create a personalized program that will meet your needs.” Mark and Jacquie Tolson are committed professionals dedicated to tailoring a program that fits you as an individual! ASAP Fitness located at 2212 Wooster Road, is a non- membership based facility, meaning there are no are no monthly membership fees in addition to your training sessions. They offer several different package options to fit clients’ schedules and budgets. “We provide functional training. We show you movement specific exercises, these movements can range from sport specific to lifestyle activities that are important for carrying out everyday tasks, such as carrying groceries, doing yard work and climbing stairs.” said Jacquie. State-of-the-art equipment and positive atmosphere provide the backdrop for a program that actually becomes a relationship between you and your trainer to help meet your goals. We our different than a crowded gym. Because you are always with your private trainer, there is never a “crowd” watching. As spring approaches, 75 per cent of clients are looking for weight loss and improved fitness. Mark and Jacquie understand that goal. They will work with you to achieve your goal in the safest and most effective way possible. Rather than fad diet plans or the latest workout crazes that wear out fast, ASAP Fitness provides education on developing healthier habits which will allow you to adopt a healthier lifestyle. “And we want our clients to maintain what they’ve achieved.” “Why lose weight that does not address your body-fat ratios and just makes a temporarily smaller you? 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ASAP Fitness Owners, Jacquie and Mark Tolson. March 2010 Page 6 Caring For Our Neighbors This past year Community West Foundation gave $5.6 million to our community, supporting Fairview Hospital, Lutheran Hospital, and 46 charitable agencies providing direct service to the needy. Here are some examples of the important ways Community West Foundation impacts our community: Would you like to Feed the Hungry? On a daily basis, one in every six people in Cleveland are hungry and can’t afford to buy food. Often, these residents are confronted by the number of days in the month outlasting their money and food supplies. At a time of increased need, people look to food banks, soup kitchens, and other local organizations for food and assistance. Programs that address the crucial need of providing food for hungry individuals throughout Cuyahoga and Lorain counties received funding through Community West Foundation.
Feeding People and Changing Lives Food became a more critical need this year with the downturn in the economy. Many people who never thought they would ever need assistance for food turned to Second Harvest Food Bank. It is the largest regional hunger relief organization with a network of more than 110 member agencies serving Lorain County as well as Crawford, Erie, and Huron Counties. Community West Foundation provided $20,000 to make sure that people in our area will not go hungry, and our commitment will help keep the food pantry stocked for our neighbors in Lorain County. Second Harvest Food Bank is an amazing organization that distributes more than 4 million pounds of donated food and grocery products annually, and supports nearly 160 programs including food pantries, emergency shelters, and after-school programs. In 2008, 7,726 families sought emergency food assistance in Lorain County – a 14% increase from 2007, and it is expected to double in 2009. Children represent 42% of those served, and seniors represent 12%. In 2009, Second Harvest distributed an estimated 2.7 million pounds of food equal to 2.1 million meals to 101 programs in Lorain County. Second Harvest Food Bank
Connecting Residents to Resources The Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland is a coordinated network of 54 food pantries and hot meal programs, plus 60 affiliate sites that feed 60,000 people per month - 25,000 of whom are children. As the largest provider of direct emergency food service in Cuyahoga County, the Hunger Network is the safety net for 75% of our communities’ most vulnerable citizens. The Network is able to provide four meals for every dollar raised. Requests for emergency food have risen 8% on the west side since last fall, while at the same time the cost of food has risen 10%. Community West Foundation grant funding of $14,847 for the West Side Hunger Initiative will provide more food for eleven pantry sites, nourishing our west side neighbors.
Volunteers from the Hunger Network gather to prepare donations that will feed the hungry.
Offering a Lifeline of Hope with Nutrition Program Nueva Luz Urban Resource Center is a faith-based Latino-focused agency serving our west side community through its mission of “challenging the root causes of systemic poverty through holistic and culturally competent service and community building.” The cornerstone program of Nueva Luz provides support services for those in the local community who have been diagnosed with the life-threatening illness of HIV/AIDS. Good nutrition is one of the most powerful weapons available for fighting the effects of HIV/AIDS. A grant from Community West Foundation for $24,000 will allow the Nutrition Program to continue to serve participating clients, most of whom are living at or below the poverty level, for one year. The nutrition program offers assistance by providing critical nutrition to food insecure The Nueva Luz Food neighbors with chronic health issues, and serves approximately 106 persons with HIV/AIDS through Pantry is stocked to help in-home delivery or pick up on-site. The food is culturally appropriate and constitutes a complete our neighbors in need. nutritious menu that is delivered with a warm smile.
or organizations of your choice through your Donor Advised Fund. Engage Join Us... your entire family in recommending uses of the fund to make a difference in the community you love. Community West Foundation provides fund You can support the organizations that you just read about or care about management and administrative support to make the grant making process the most, all through Community West Foundation. The Foundation has the easy, taking care of the accounting, auditing, IRS reporting, and fiscal capacity to accept many wonderful giving vehicles to help your favorite management. charities. Join the mission of The Community West Foundation to advance the A Donor Advised Fund is a great way to support your favorite charities. health and well being of our community. Won’t you join us and help those Community West Foundation makes the process easy for donors while less fortunate. A donation to the Community West Foundation stays right allowing gifts to have a greater impact on the community. in our community and helps our neighbors most in need. Contact the A Donor Advised Fund can be created from a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, Community West Foundation at 216-476-7060 or visit life insurance, real estate, or other assets. You can make gifts to the projects www.communitywestfoundation.org for more information. PAGE 7 - CROCKER PARK PRESS - MARCH 2010
Would you like to Feed the Hungry? Shelter the Homeless? Care for the Sick?
A Donor-Advised Fund is a great way to support your favorite charities.
www.communitywestfoundation.org 216-476-7060 March 2010 Page 8 Brio Tuscan Grille: Stop in for Cavs Game Specials! Where can you catch the Cavs on hi-def TV and also enjoy a great gourmet appetizer for an amazing price? The answer is simple. Brio Tuscan Grille at Crocker Park! Welcome….. Brio is offering its amazing Tuscan Taster menu that features $2.95 Brio Managing Partner can’t miss selections like the Brio Burger, Braised Meatballs & Creamy Patrick Granzier welcomes Polenta, and Shrimptini (Chilled Shrimp served in a Martini Glass) at you to Brio Tuscan Grille for this unbelievable price! “We offer our Tuscan Taster Menu 7 days a their fabulous Tuscan week from 3-7 p.m. and again from 9-close. It is very popular and people Tasters $2.95 menu offered really enjoy it,” said General Manager Patrick Granzier. during all Cavs games as “So, we have decided to offer it when the Cavs are on TV, too. well as select hours every “That way, you can watch the game and enjoy a great dish like our day! Brio at Crocker Park – Sliced Steak Bruschetta, Margherita Flatbread and other selections at can’t be beat! And don’t this special price.” forget their great weekend Beef Carpaccio, Sausage & Pepperoni Flatbread, and Roasted Pepper brunch! Best in town! & Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta are other great choices at this special $2.95 price. Can’t beat that!!! Brio for Brunch! Served Saturday and Sunday until 3 p.m., Brunch at Brio is the best in town! French Toast with Berries is just $9.50 and you can enjoy a batter-dipped delight topped with fresh berries, powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon and homemade cream cheese drizzle! How about Eggs Benedict with a Tuscan Twist for just $10.95? “We have the best brunch in town,” said General Manager Patrick Granzier. “We are proud to say that and we mean it. We want you to come back. We know that we can earn your loyalty with quality, so that is what we do!” BRIO brings the pleasures of the Tuscan country villa to the American city. The Italians built BRUNCH SERVED SATURDAY AND SUNDAY UNTIL 3 P.M. their spacious country villas to escape the pressures of urban life and enjoy “La Dolce Vita” - the good life. FRENCH TOAST WITH BERRIES EGGS BENEDICTANO* They would mingle with family and friends and Our batter-dipped brioche sautéed until golden brown, with fresh A Tuscan Twist on a Brunch Classic. eat freshly prepared food from their grounds while berries, powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon & our housemade vanilla Served on toasted brioche with Hollandaise sauce, fresh fruit and surrounded by natural beauty. In just that manner, Brio cream cheese drizzle. $9.50 potatoes peperonata $10.95 offers its guests “La Dolce Vita.” BERRY & CREAM PANCAKES EGGS OSCAR* Housemade fluffy pancakes topped with fresh strawberries, Two eggs poached, with Brio’s Crab and Shrimp Cake served atop raspberries and blueberries with a pecan streusel crumble and potatoes peperonata tossed with fresh asparagus, artichokes, spinach Make your housemade vanilla cream cheese drizzle $9.50 and lemon butter. Finished with our housemade Hollandaise $13.95 BACON, EGG & FONTINA PANINI BISTECCA ALLA ROMANO* reservations today! On grilled brioche with oven roasted tomatoes and black pepper Grilled beef tenderloin, poached eggs, Romano crusted tomatoes mayonnaise. Served with fresh fruit $9.95 and housemade Hollandaise. Served with fresh fruit $13.95 FRITTATA AL FORNO SAUSAGE FLORENTINE CRÊPES Layered with eggs, angel hair, crisp bacon, onions, spinach, artichoke, With scrambled eggs, creamy spinach, sweet Italian sausage & Parmesan Fontina cheese and Parmesan Cream. Served with fresh fruit $10.50 cream. Served with potatoes peperonata & fresh fruit $11.95 BRIO FRITTATA DI GIORNO CRAB & SHRIMP CRÊPES Chef ’s special omelet of the day served with potatoes peperonata $9.95 With Fontina cheese, scrambled eggs, asparagus, Hollandaise and charred tomato. Served with potatoes peperonata and fresh fruit $12.95 TUSCAN TASTERS FOR $2.95 BRIO BURGER* SPICY SHRIMP & EGGPLANT SHRIMPTINI A quartet of BRIO’s famous Bistecca Burgers, Grilled shrimp with Romano crusted Chilled shrimp served in a martini glass with with smoked Mozzarella and housemade chips. eggplant and a black pepper cream sauce. roasted tomato cocktail sauce and fresh lemon. BRAISED MEATBALLS & CREAM MARGHERITA FLATBREAD ROASTED RED PEPPER & FRESH POLENTA Fresh Mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes and MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA Topped with Marsala tomato sauce, Reggiano fresh basil. With fresh basil and balsamic drizzle. and parsley. SAUSAGE & PEPPERONI * * SLICED STEAK BRUSCHETTA BEEF CARPACCIO FLATBREAD With Gorgonzola Dolce, arugula, fennel, Served with field greens, capers, mustard aioli Fresh Mozzarella and housemade tomato charred tomato, shaved Parmesan and and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. sauce. Tuscan Italian dressing. TUSCAN TASTER MENU AVAILABLE IN BAR ONLY EVERY DAY 3 – 6 P.M. AND 9 P.M. – CLOSE & DURING ALL BROWNS & CAVS GAMES!! *Cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Crocker Park • 200 Crocker Park Blvd. • Westlake, OH 44145 440-250-8630 Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. • Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. 440-250-8630 March 2010 Page 9 A Golf Inc. Magazine Winner! Westwood Country Club Earns Top Award Westwood Country Club, Rocky River’s venerable institution for finer living, is a The fixtures are very rich tra- recipient of a prestigious design award for its new clubhouse! ditional colors and textures.” Golf Inc. Magazine selected Westwood Country Club for its Annual Clubhouse Com- In addition to the Award petition – winning one of the two top awards in the private club category. winning new clubhouse, a The building was designed by Partners & Sirny Architects, a Minneapolis based ar- Caddie House was con- chitectural firm that specializes in clubhouse design. The Albert M. Higley Company of structed and improvements to Cleveland was the general contractor. the site were made including The new colonial revival style clubhouse opened in March 2009 and reflects the style expanded and updated park- of the former clubhouse, providing expanded functions in a more efficient design. Many ing areas with decorative light of the old furnishings were reused poles and fixtures, new patios to establish a strong link to the were developed featuring a clubs past. The prestigious North- fire pit, a large trellis area, and east Ohio Club was founded in gazebo, enhanced by exten- 1914. sive landscaping. Westwood’s “We are pleased to honor 18-hole Golf Course designed these outstanding clubhouses,” by C.H. Alison also received said Katina Cavagnaro, publisher enhancements such as a new of Golf Inc. “The quality of the drainage system on the greens, Some of the Board of Directors & Officers from entries was exceptionally high.” cart paths added throughout Westwood Country Club (l-r): Bruce J. Carroll, Judges comments included “good the entire course, a cascading Rebecca Busa (Secretary), Bill Kysela (VP), Ed Lesko, sense of arrival,” “roof lines and water feature added to the sev- William R. Litzler, William F. Knoble (President), elevations are simple and elegant” enth hole, the creek that gen- George D. Miller. and “the finished product is a nice tly meanders though the course had its riverbanks restored, and two picturesque natural job of efficiently using the space. stone bridges. “Members built this new two-level clubhouse on the same site as the previous facility,” explains Golf, Inc. Magazine. “Its colonial re- vival-style architecture blends well with the separate pro shop and cart storage buildings that were retained.” Highlighted by a split-level lobby, all dining functions are on the main level and golf functions below with both an adult bar-grill and family grill. The separate ballroom entrance increases a sense of pri- vacy for large functions. At 37,600 square feet, the project cost was $9.5 million. The project’s success was due to the close collaboration of the ar- chitects, the contractors and the Westwood Steering and Design Com- mittees. An award ceremony will take place in Amelia Island, Florida in April. Golf Inc Magazine Winter 2010 Issue can be viewed online at: http://www.golfincmagazine.com/. WESTWOOD COUNTRY CLUB ROCKY RIVER, OHIO
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Irish Need Not Apply poem by David Scullin Happy St. Pat’s day. A few generations ago, the only job Cleveland Irish could get was pushing wheelbarrows of iron ore up from the holds of sailing ships. If they came up from the “Angle” at Detroit and West 25th street or the “Irish Bend” area along the river looking for a job, the stinging signs of discrimination hung on doors and windows: “Irish need not apply”. The Statue of Liberty still beckons immigrants “Yearning to be free”. Now we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day across this wonderful country. A sure sign of assimilation into our great “melting pot” that is America.
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remier Physicians Centers is an independent multi-specialty practice of 71 physicians Pwith locations throughout the western and southern areas of Cuyahoga County. We combine personalized, high-quality primary and specialty care to give patients a full range of healthcare services in their own community and at the hospital of their choice.
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