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Volume 5, Issue 7, April 7, 2009 Community Chimes In On Schools Phase III Facilities Plan by Christine Gordillo deciding which school to close those with the results from school and the completion of Although the results have Lakewood City Schools’ if that is the choice. the other tables in order to get Lakewood High as well as the not been officially tallied, some present and future came The goal was for each table a sense of where the commu- criteria to determine whether trends emerged as to the par- together at the Phase III Com- to come to consensus on the nity stands on its willingness an elementary school must be ticipants’ leading priorities in munity Forum April 2 as questions asked and then join to fund a seventh elementary closed and which one. determining our district’s con- 200 Lakewood residents and school district staff gathered While One Mother Says at Lakewood High’s East Caf- eteria to help determine the Location, Location, Location by Meg Ostrowski course of the last and final My husband and I landed phase of the districtwide facili- in Lakewood more than a ties construction plan. decade ago but we didn’t With Superintendent David expect to stay more than a few C. Estrop and his successor, Dr. years. Then the kids were born. P. Joseph Madak on hand to lend Our house became a home support, Board President Edward and roots began to take hold. Favre told the participants that I spent time getting to know the Board “values the commu- Lakewood, its history and cul- nity members coming together ture, its people and places. We to discuss this very important became part of a community. issue” and he reiterated that the Before I knew it, it was Board is counting on the com- time for kindergarten regis- munity process to guide the tration. I had heard varying members in their final decision, opinions about Lakewood City which it hopes to announce by Schools but I like to make up the end of the year. my own mind and kindergar- Following an overview ten seemed like a harmless time of the accomplishments of for an experiment. I registered Phases I and II and a recap our children for enrollment at of construction costs and Grant Elementary, our neigh- funding formulas, the small borhood school. Now, years group tables filled out surveys later, I can say that I am very designed to gauge whether the Like the map images presented at the Community Forum, this Lakewood City zoning map has been happy with the results. The community believes the dis- modified to illustrate a ½ mile distance from the center of each school. In this case, Grant and Lincoln school board, administration trict should have six or seven have been removed and replaced by a centrally located elementary facility at Kaufman Park. Note and staff in partnership with elementary schools (the State population density in residential areas by housing type as indicated on key (yellow, light blue). families, parent organizations of Ohio will only pay for two and government programs, get of the remaining three to be I joined the Lakewood City committee is to work towards a renovation of the high school kids off to a great start. rebuilt or renovated) and what Schools Phase III Steering recommendation to the School and the future of the remain- Recently, in an effort to do criteria is most important in Committee. The goal of the Board regarding the unfinished continued on page 9 my fair share and with genu- continued from page 8 ine curiosity and commitment, Demro-Nici Engagement Mr. and Mrs. Richard pleased to announce the Nici of Lake Avenue are engagement of their daugh- ter, Miss Elizabeth Lynn Nici, to Lt. Ryan Patrick Demro, son of Mr. Patrick Demro of Lakewood and Mrs. Linda Alvarez of Lodi, Ohio. A fall wedding is planned. Miss Nici is a 2001 graduate of Mercyhurst Col- lege and is a graphic designer and owner of Gusto Designs LLC.in Lakewood. Lt. Demro is a 2001 graduate of Capital University and a 2005 gradu-

ate of Ursuline College. The photo by Joe Ott former Lakewood coun- cilman is a teacher and an Lakewood’s Boy Scouts of America Troop 115 continues its 48 years of providing leadership to our officer in the United States community and youth by releasing three new Eagle Scouts. Mike Andreani, Mark Accetta, and Andrew Army Reserve. (AJ) Jorgensen were recently honored for earning their rank of Eagle Scout Page  The Lakewood Observer April 7, 2009

Lakewood Events Junk2Funk to Benefit North Coast Health Ministry by Jeanine Gerge own and wear. Local Girl Gallery, 16106 Detroit Ruthie Koenigsmark, President Avenue, Lakewood, will be a fashion of Lakewood is Art (presenting spon- diva’s mecca on Saturday, April 25, 2009, sor of JUNK2FUNK) adds, “Fashion from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., for another of is how we express our individual style the city’s Green smART projects when and values every day – contributing designers will be auctioning off “new” artists are in a unique position to pro- chic sustainable fashions. mote the message of sustainability and The JUNK2FUNK Auction put help to others by participating in this on by Local Girl Gallery, GreenSmart event.” Gifts, EcoLakewood, business and art- The April 25th Gala Evening fea- ists advocates, and Lakewood is Art, tures a “green” cocktail reception with

will benefit North Coast Health Min- wine provided by French Rabbit in photo by Kim Yanoshik istry while touting the four R’s of life: eco-friendly packaging (for every four wines sold, one tree is planted), hors Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Respect I met Muffin and his lovely human the other day while strolling along Detroit d’oeuvres from local green restaurants, during the city’s month-long Earth Avenue. I always enjoy meeting my fellow Lakewoodites and their animals. And compostable plates and cutlery; and Day celebration in April. from what I’ve observed Lakewoodites love their animals - and afterall, Lakewood organic, fair trade coffee from Family For the Auction, Northeast Ohio even has its own dog park! Researchers and experts agree that unless someone has Haven-a local non-profit offering sup- fashion designers are asked to design allergies or is terrified of animals, pets are good for our health - both physically and port for people with disabilities. one-of-a-kind fashions, anything from psychologically. A pet can help prevent loneliness by providing unconditional love and Tickets for the event can be pur- clothes to jewelry all made by recycled companionship. Walking the dog helps people with dogs get regular exercise - and all chased in advance ONLY as ticket sales materials for the Auction. “We have of us can benefit from more exercise! Furthermore, research has demonstrated that will be limited for this event. Tickets are all heard that green is the new black,” pets can reduce stress and blood pressure in owners, increase longevity in people who $10 a piece. Tickets can be purchased says Mary Evans, owner of Green have had heart attacks, and even help people with Alzheimer’s disease relax and eat online via the North Coast Health Smart Gifts, in Lakewood, a gift shop better! Not only does an apple a day help keep the doctor away; it appears that our Ministry Web site at www.nchealth- offering only earth-friendly products. furry or feathered friends can also help! Kim Yanoshik is a Lakewood resident who often ministry.org (click on “Events” from “Lakewood has long been at the fore- wanders around town with a camera slung around her neck snapping photographs lake- the home page). Or, tickets can be pur- front of eco-friendly initiatives and in wooddailysnap.blogspot.com. prompting the community to think chased by mail. Send a check to made seriously about sustainability and take out to Lakewood is Art to Lakewood accountability for its actions. “ is Art, 1458 Mars Avenue, Lakewood, LECPTA Presents: “Not only is our community lead- Ohio no later than April 15, 2009. ing the green movement but also it is Since 1986, North Coast Health Benefits and Tips for Buy- incredibly rich in design talent and Ministry has been providing health creative thinking. This exciting event care to low-income individuals and sheds light on some serious topics in a families without medical insurance in ing Locally Grown Food very fun way,” says Linda Goik owner western Cuyahoga and eastern Lorain by Jill Carson bring fresh local produce to over of Local Girl Gallery. counties. A faith-based free clinic 300 families in Lakewood during Respect and support for those located in Lakewood, Ohio, NCHM is the growing season! Ann is a Public Lakewood Early Childhood PTA will without health insurance will be sewn a bridge to better health for more than Health Dietitian for the Cuyahoga host a free presentation given by Ann into each design, as every designer will 2,200 patients who have no other route County Board of Health. She has Stahlheber on “Benefits and Tips for choose their supplies from discarded to care. With the support of approxi- organized the Community Supported Buying Food Locally for your Family.” materials. These gorgeous pieces will mately 150 volunteer physicians, nurses Agriculture programs offered by She will discuss the Community have their beginnings as discarded and other caregivers, NCHM is able the LEAF Community since 2007. Supported Agriculture programs that materials, but will be transformed into to provide primary health care, spe- The presentation will take place on the LEAF (Lakewood Earth and Food) elegant gowns, fun cocktail dresses, cialty referrals, prescription assistance, Monday, April 27th at 7:45pm in the Community will be offering for 2009 unique evening wraps and funky jew- and health education to the medically Harding Middle School Cafetorium and offer tips on how to incorporate elry that anyone would be thrilled to underserved. (16601 Madison Avenue). As with all more local foods into your family’s LECPTA programs, this presentation diet. These programs offered by LEAF is free and open to the public.

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Lakewood Healthcare Undiagnosed Diabetes: Could This Be You? By Gina Gavlak RN, BSN Nearly 24 million Americans have dia- (carbohydrates) are broken down into especially at night Diabetes Program Development betes and approximately 5.7 million of glucose (sugar). Insulin is a hormone, Increased hunger these people have not been diagnosed. produced by the pancreas, which moves Constantly feeling tired Coordinator In addition, another 57 million peo- glucose from the blood into the cells Losing weight without trying Lakewood Hospital Diabetes and ple have pre-diabetes. Closer to home, where it is used for energy. When the Infections and cuts that heal Endocrine Center more than 300,000 people in Northeast body doesn’t make insulin and/or prop- slowly Ohio live with diabetes. erly use insulin, blood sugars rise and Blurred vision Diabetes doesn’t discriminate. It Diabetes is a disease in which the diabetes is diagnosed. Numbness or tingling in hands or doesn’t care if you’re black or white, body doesn’t make insulin (insulin defi- Pre-diabetes is a condition where feet rich or poor, young or old. Diabetes ciency) or properly use insulin (insulin blood sugar levels are higher than nor- Making small changes in your needs attention, everyone’s attention. resistance). When you eat, certain foods mal, but not quite high enough to be daily routine will bring big rewards in diagnosed with diabetes. Higher than your health and happiness. Your energy normal blood sugar levels damage level will increase and you will notice blood vessels and nerves. This is what improvements in blood sugar levels, Lakewood Hospital Opens causes diabetes complications includ- blood pressure, cholesterol and weight. ing heart disease and heart attacks, Surround yourself with people and Women’s Preventive Heart Clinic blindness, amputations, kidney disease things that will help you accomplish by Aimee Smith and dialysis. Early diagnosis is impor- your goals. Try these simple things According to the American Heart perform a thorough history and physi- tant to prevent these conditions from to get started. Get up and get mov- Association, heart disease is the No. 1 cal, which includes: developing. ing, literally! Do some type of physical killer of women in America. More than • Complete lipid profile and blood Everyone is at risk of developing activity that increases your heart rate 41 million women are living with one sugar diabetes, but those with increased risk and causes you to break a sweat. Pay or more types of cardiovascular dis- • Blood pressure and heart rate include: closer attention to what you are eating, eases. With one out of three women • EKG People with a mother, father, sister how much you are eating and why you dying from heart disease, Lakewood • Body Mass Index (BMI) or brother with diabetes are eating. Begin eating smaller por- Hospital believes there is a vital need to • Stress assessment People with pre-diabetes tions, use a smaller plate, decrease the promote heart health to women, there- At the end of the visit the cardiac Being overweight. As little as 10 amount of pop and fast foods that you fore have opened a Women’s Preventive nurse will give the woman a person- pounds overweight increases your risk eat and drink. These changes need to Heart Clinic. alized cardiac health plan and also Little or no exercise or activity be made to prevent pre-diabetes, dia- The Heart Clinic will provide a provide a referral to any appropriate African American, Hispanic/ betes and other conditions. comprehensive screening for women provider they may need. The cost for Latino, Native Americans and Asian Bring your family along with you to help them understand the risks of the screening is $35. Reservations are Americans are at a much higher risk of on the journey. Make time for yourself. heart disease and how best to mini- required. Please call 216.529.8500 to developing diabetes Make it fun. Make the changes fit your mize those risks. A cardiac nurse will make your reservation today. Women who had diabetes dur- lifestyle and your needs. ing pregnancy or had a child weighing Remember, it all starts with that more than 9 pounds at birth first step; all you have to do is take Age. As you age your chance of it. I hope you will take a moment for developing diabetes increases your health. You are worth it! For Signs of diabetes include: more information, call the Center at Constant thirst 216.529.5300, or visit lakewoodhospi- Frequent trips to the bathroom; tal.org/diabetes. New Midwife Joins Lakewood LUNCH & LEARN Hospital Midwifery Associates by Aimee Smith why they choose to receive care at Christine Nelson, RN, APN, Lakewood Hospital is pleased to Lakewood Hospital. We are pleased announce the appointment of Sharon to offer this personalized service to Geriatric Nurse Clinician Johnson, MS, CNM, to Lakewood women.” Lakewood Hospital SeniorCare Assessment Hospital Midwifery Associates. Ms. Lakewood Hospital Midwifery Johnson has extensive experience Associates opened its doors in Sep- presents in providing comprehensive nurse tember 2008. Six certified nurse midwifery services as well as obstet- midwives (CNMs), Susan Dornan, “Maintain Your Memory” rical nursing. CNM, MS; Sharon Johnson, MS, Ms. Johnson comes to Lakewood CNM; Susan Klein, CNM, MSN; Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. Hospital from WomenCare Connec- Jeanne Knudtsen, CNM, MSN; Joy tion, LLC in Amherst, Ohio where Sedlock Naughton, CNM, MSN; and Assisted Living Building she provided obstetrical and gyneco- Maureen Stein-Vavro, CNM, MSN, 1381 Bunts Road, Lakewood logical care to a diverse population are located in one convenient loca- (Campus is on NE Corner of Bunts & Detroit.) in an office, clinic and hospital set- tion. The midwives collectively ting. Ms. Johnson served as a clinical bring more than 70 years of experi- RSVP by April 21st to 216-226-4010. instructor for pediatrics, obstet- ence and expertise to the practice. rics and medical surgical nursing at Complimentary lunch provided! Lakewood Hospital has had CNMs Cuyahoga Community College from on staff since 1991, when the hospital September 2002 – June 2003 and has first re-opened its Birthing Center. also worked at Metro Health Medi- To make an appointment with cal Center providing care to low risk Ms. Johnson or any of the other O’Neill Management Locally owned and managed by the John O’Neill Family, and high-risk obstetrical patients. midwives, contact Lakewood Hos- serving seniors in the West Shore area since 1962. www.jtonm.net “We are thrilled to bring another pital Midwifery Associates at midwife to this outstanding prac- 216.227.2500. The practice is located tice,” said Michele Thoman, chief in the Lakewood Hospital Com- nurse officer at Lakewood Hospital. munity Health Center, 1450 Belle Bay Village, Ohio North Ridgeville, Ohio Lakewood, Ohio North Olmsted, Ohio “We have found that the relation- Avenue, Suite #310, Lakewood, Ohio, 440-871-3474 440-327-1295 216-228-7650 440-734-9933 Lakewood Senior Health Campus is a 150-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, 54-suite Assisted Living, ship women experience with their 44107. and 60-suite Independent Living Continuum of Care Retirement Community. midwife is one of the main reasons

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Lakewood Library Meet The Beatlemania Author by Joan Rubenking events exhaustively and gathered tes- us into the trailer on the field of the It may be a well accepted fact timony from those who were there Cleveland Stadium in 1966, where that the Beatles, more than any other when the Beatles made their historic the group prepared for the show and musical band in history, changed and somewhat hysterical visits to the then fled to when overzealous fans the direction of music in a profound North Coast. To cap his presentation trampled the flimsy snow fence bar- way. Baby Boomers may lay a genera- off, Schwensen will be showing a rare rier and stormed the stage. The book’s tional claim on the Fab Four, but their film of the 1966 performance. immediacy brings the era fully to life legacy belongs to the present and to In The Beatles in Cleveland, Schw- and recaptures musical history being the future as well, if continuing CD ensen has pulled together an accessible, made in our town. sales are any indication. And if you fast paced read. We hear the first hand Dave Schwensen has enjoyed a think you know the Beatles, please memories of the people who were career path that has taken him into treat yourself to the program at the there as organizers, announcers, and various areas of the entertainment Lakewood Public Library on Tuesday, fans when the Beatles took the stage. business. He is the author of Com- April 21, at 7 p.m. in the Main Audi- Their voices are evocative of the time edy FAQs and Answers: How the torium, when author Dave Schwensen and will pull a reader directly into the Stand-Up Biz Really Works and An will talk about his recent and very full force of Beatlemania. Schwensen Insider’s Guide to a Career in Stand- successful book, The Beatles in Cleve- is behind the scenes, letting the big Up Comedy. He has worked as a talent many television and film productions. land: Memories, Facts & Photos about names in Cleveland radio and enter- coordinator for television and the Schwensen’s seminars and workshops the Notorious 1964 & 1966 Concerts. tainment news recount the interviews Improv Comedy Clubs on both coasts, on comedy are usually sold out, and Schwensen has researched the two the Beatles held here. He also lets and has been a comedy consultant for have garnered him notice in local and national newspapers and magazines, World Renowned String Quartet To Play At Library and landed him guest spots on radio and television shows. A Bowling Green by Leana Donofrio aries of class, race, gender, religion Gregory Reese, director of East Cleve- State University graduate, Schwensen The Cavani String Quartet, Cleve- and age. The group’s website describes land Public Library. now lives in the Cleveland area and land’s own internationally renowned, Beethoven’s 16 complete string quartets The Quartet is described by is an instructor at Cleveland State award winning chamber music ensem- as a biographical view into the evolu- the Washington Post as “completely University. As a business instructor, ble, brings the music of Ludwig van tion of Beethoven’s creative life. They engrossing, powerful and elegant.” Schwensen emphasizes the benefits of Beethoven to Lakewood Public Library provide the listener with a glimpse into The Cavani String Quartet has creativity and humor in the business at 2 p.m. on Sunday April 19 in the the mind of this musical genius. The played in major series and festivals and education arenas. Main Library Auditorium. concert at Lakewood Library will con- throughout North America and Europe, Since 1993, Schwensen has been The concerts are designed to sist of one entire string quartet (Opus including Carnegie Hall and the Festi- an entertainment journalist, with impact the residents of socio-eco- 18 No. 6) surrounded by commentary val de L’Epau in France. This concert is articles published in the U.S., Canada, nomically diverse neighborhoods from Quartet members. This format a chance to hear this renowned quartet and Japan. He authors the syndicated throughout greater Cleveland to pro- was established to foster and encourage in a small, intimate setting. humor column, Something to Laugh mote brotherhood. audience participation and interaction. The Cavani String Quartet is the About, which was awarded “Best Orig- This free concert is one of 16 the The Quartet has received praise for Quartet-in-Residence at the Cleveland inal Column” by the Ohio Newspaper Cavani String Quartet will play at neigh- their performances at other area librar- Institute of Music and is the winner Association in 2005. He has reviewed borhood libraries to celebrate the music ies. “Having hosted this internationally of the prestigious Naumburg Cham- and interviewed many high profile and message of Beethoven, part of the renowned chamber music ensemble, I ber Music Award. To learn more go to acts, including Bill Cosby and former “Beethoven and Brotherhood Project” am personally familiar not only with www.cavani.org. This event is funded Beatle Paul McCartney. to celebrate their 25th anniversary. The the high caliber of their artistry, but by Cuyahoga County residents through For Beatles fans, this program is Quartet states that Beethoven’s music with the tremendous impact they have Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and the a must-see. Join Dave Schwensen as was chosen because it carries a message on their audience when performing in Friends of Lakewood Public Library. he takes us on stage with the Beatles, of hope for all and transcends bound- the intimate setting of the library,” said through stories, memorabilia, and never before published photos. Mark your calendar now for April 21 at 7 Lakewood Public Library Parent Pages Are Online And All New p.m. in the Main Auditorium, since this presentation will surely draw a resources this area has to offer parents dinosaurs? Whatever the passion, dis- by Amy Kloss and Kristine Williams crowd. Copies of The Beatles in Cleve- and their kids. For example: cover and nurture it by exploring all Are you a new parent or a sea- land will be available for purchase · We all know our kids should the great places and events we’ve com- soned veteran? Looking to find local and signing. If you cannot wait for spend less time in front of the T.V., piled under “Find & Feed a Passion.” resources and information that will the date, the Lakewood Public Library video game and computer. But it can We bet we found some you didn’t know help inspire, enrich, and encourage also has two circulating copies of the be challenging to suggest a realistic about! your kids to be their well-rounded, book - check one out before another alternative. Believe it or not, time with · You’ve had a late day at work and healthy, best selves? Look no further Beatles fan beats you to it! This Meet you is what they really want and need. lack the ingredients or energy to fix — the Lakewood Public Library Par- the Author program is free and open Check out our huge list of things to do, a healthy meal for your family. Don’t ent Pages are here! Check them out to the public. at www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.com/ regardless of the weather or season, do the drive-through! Instead, check parentpages. This incredible web ref- under “Get Out & Get Active.” out “Eat Healthy” for a list of stores erence is the online version of the · Maybe you’ve got a kid who’s and restaurants around town where “word-of-mouth” gems that highlight crazy about trains. Or dogs? Or maybe you can quickly pick up a nutritious, what’s great about being a kid — and a parent — in Lakewood, Ohio. Beginning May 1st At Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Public Library Patron Cards Will Be Non-Transferable employees have undertaken a mas- by Eve Klodnick patrons and to offer equal access to sive reworking of their Parent Pages, computer time and library materials to created back when the internet was Starting on May 1st a new policy everyone. in its infancy. Now that the internet will be in effect at Lakewood Library So please remember when com- has broadened to include overwhelm- that states each patron can only use his ing into the library to bring your own ing amounts of information, sites that or her own library card. Patrons will card or a picture I.D. in order to make gather and organize that information no longer be allowed you use the card full use of all the library has to offer. are more important than ever. of a friend, spouse or family member to Library cards are free and available The Parent Pages offer a comprehen- enter the AV room, use library comput- to all Ohio residents. We encourage sive look at the most useful information ers or check out library materials. anyone who has been using another a Lakewood parent might need. They’re The Library Board has approved patron’s card to come into the library clear, easy to use and full of the great this policy to be fair to all library and sign up for one of their own.

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All Programs Are Free And Open To The Public Sunday, April 12 Lakewood Public Library is closed. MEET THE AUTHOR: MEET THE AUTHOR: The Search for Lost Habitats by Perry Peskin The Beatles in Cleveland by Dave Schwensen Tuesday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Tuesday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Explore Northeast Ohio locales near and dear to the author’s heart in the search Relive the excitement of Beatlemania as John, Paul, George and Ringo visit Cleve- for the natural beauty of the rarest wildflowers. From the expansive wetlands and land for two of the most out of control concerts in history. Devoted fan Dave Schwensen mature forests of Ashtabula County to the unusual clay banks of the Cuyahoga and will take you behind the scenes and on stage with stories, memorabilia and never before Chagrin rivers, witness fragile habitats clinging to life—and even some orchids! published photos. The grand finale of the evening will be the screening of a rare film of Nature photographer and amateur botanist, Perry Peskin, illustrates the wealth of the riotous 1966 concert. Books will be available for sale at the show. local diversity with photographs from his personal collection. Books will be avail- KNIT & LIT BOOK CLUB able for sale and signing after the show. Tuesday April 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room BOOKED FOR MURDER: The Big Over Easy by Jasper Fforde Don’t let the name fool you. All knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, and needle- Thursday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room pointers are invited to keep their hands and minds busy with us. Nimble-fingered Humpty Dumpty’s great fall sets off a murder investigation in this clever par- moderator Lynda Tuennerman encourages you to bring in your own suggestions ody featuring cameos from a boisterous gang of nursery rhyme criminals. Sorting for reading and needlework projects. This evening’s book is Death Comes for the through Dumpty’s tumultuous love life and shady dealings, Detective Jack Spratt and Archbishop by Willa Cather. Sergeant Mary Mary must crack the case before the body count climbs any higher. LEARNING LAB CLASSES: LAKEWOOD PUBLIC CINEMA: WORD PROCESSING BASICS Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) Directed by David Hand Rated G Saturday, April 11 at 11:00 a.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab Saturday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium JOB HUNTING WORKSHOP A dream child with skin as white as snow, lips as red as blood and hair as black Tuesday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab as ebony is cast off into the forest by her vain stepmother, only to be delivered into WEB SEARCHING BASICS the protection of seven kindhearted little men. This lush animated masterpiece, Saturday, April 18 at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab painstakingly crafted with old world draftsmanship, is required viewing for any- Reservations for computer instruction classes begin the first of each month. To one who uses the name Disney as a byword for things shallow and tacky. register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127. We ask that all students come MULTIMEDIA LITERACY to class with a working knowledge of the mouse. If you need help, visit the Technol- ogy Center and ask the staff to set you up on our Mouse Training Program. It’s fun, Session 2: Culture easy and essential to becoming computer literate. Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Through a series of presentations and group discussions, students will explore the CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES history, methods and effects of media in mass society. Presentations will include sam- THE ZONE: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade ples from various films, commercials, books, newspapers and electronic texts as well as Egg-Stravaganza television, radio and Internet programs. Students will be led through exercises in criti- April 6-9 cal analysis and evaluation, unearthing and exploring the psychological foundations Get in the Zone and sign up for a week of themed activities! Visit www.lake- of marketing and public relations in order to develop a more robust understanding of woodpubliclibrary.com/youth for the list of fun and exciting programs just for life in an electronically mass mediated culture. Ask your teacher if LPL’s Multimedia kids. To register, please stop in; call Main Library at (216) 226-8275, ext. 140 or Literacy counts towards extra credit. While students are encouraged to participate in all Madison Branch (216) 228-7428. three sessions, they are welcome to attend any sessions which interest them. Note: There is no Zone program the week of April 13th because of Spring Break. BUSINESS BOOK TALK WITH TIM ZAUN AND FRIENDS HOMEWORK ER: For students in kindergarten through eighth grade Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room Tuesday, September 2, 2008 - Thursday, May 21, 2009 Let’s talk business. Keep up to date with the latest ideas and meet like-minded Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library Lakewoodites with host Tim Zaun. Refreshments provided. Visit http://www. Need a little help with your homework or just want a cool place to work? Come timzaun.com/http://www.timzaun.com/www.timzaun.com or go to www.lkwdpl. to the new Homework Room in the Children’s and Youth Services Department at org/bookclubs to learn more. Main Library for help and resources. The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest CREATION STATION: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade Problems by Van Jones Fridays, September 5 – May 22 at 4:00 p.m. Yale Law graduate Van Jones presents his substantive and viable plan for Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch solving the two biggest issues facing the country—the failing economy and our Join us for crafts each and every Friday after school. There is no need to regis- devastated environment. ter; however, to schedule groups, please call Main Library (216) 226-8275, ext. 140 or Madison Branch (216) 228-7428. FIVE STAR FILMS: The Disappearance of Garcia Lorca (1997) Directed by Marcos Zurinaga CLUB LIFE: For students sixth through eighth grade Rated R Thursdays, September 11 – May 21 at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Main Library Multipurpose Room Stars: Andy Garcia, Esai Morales, Edward James Olmos, Miguel Ferrer Make a difference and join the club. Learn new skills or hone those you already A young expatriate journalist returns home to Granada for the purpose of uncover- have as you participate in projects designed to help your community. For more ing the truth about what happened in 1936 to his boyhood hero, famed Spanish poet and information, visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.com/youth. To register, please stop political activist Federico Garcia Lorca. At that time in history, Spain was in turmoil and in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140. under the rule of General Franco. The deeper the reporter probes into the mystery, the FAMILY WEEKEND WONDERS more determined to stop him become those who know what really happened. Main Library: Friday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY WITH THE FRIENDS: The Cavani String Quartet Saturday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00p.m. Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Sunday: 2:00 p.m. Cleveland’s own internationally-renowned chamber music ensemble will be stop- Madison Branch: Friday 10:30 a.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m., and Sunday 3:00 p.m. ping by for an intimate neighborhood performance of Beethoven’s Opus 18 No. 6. It’s April 10, 11: Goofs and Giggles not every day you get a chance to sit so close and feel this music, celebrated for tran- April 17, 18, 19: Bouncing Bunnies scending all barriers and synonymous with the virtues of brotherhood and humanity. Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. Our staff will provide materials and ideas for LOCAL FILMMAKERS families wishing to continue reading and storytelling at home. The programs are Supernatural and Other Realities free and there is no need to register in advance. Monday, April 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Are you tired of watching empty assembly-line Hollywood blockbusters? Burnt LET’S TALK TWILIGHT: For youth in sixth through ninth grade and parents out on inscrutable foreign cinema? Join us for four nights of short films from the Thursday, April 9 Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer most available local filmmakers as we search for the next great Ohio auteur. Many of Thursday, April 23 Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer the directors will be available for a question and answer session at each show. Do you Whether you’ve been bitten by Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight series or are just have a finished film that you’re burning to share with Lakewood? Comedy, tragedy, starting to sink your teeth into the books, these lively discussions about the undead documentary, animation, linear or non—it doesn’t matter. Call the Technology Cen- will leave you thirsty for more. Teens must bring a parent, and parents must bring ter at (216) 226-8275, ext. 127 to see if there’s still room for your masterpiece. a teen. To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140.

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Lakewood Schools Learning Doesn’t Stop, Even On Weekends by Gordillo, Christine ticipated in the competition. rocket perpendicular to the flight direc- rocket launch. “It’s really fun to actually With a student body of nearly 6,000 Destination Imagination: Seven tion that must return undamaged as well! see something you made fly nearly 1,000 housed in 11 different buildings and Horace Mann fourth and fifth graders The contest is the largest rocket contest feet in the sky,” said team member Hugh a wealth of talented young people and competed as a team in this team building, in the world and is designed to get stu- Campbell. Joining Campbell on the team dedicated teachers and parents, rarely a problem solving and creative thinking dents interested in aerospace careers as are Andrew Gordon, George Harkenrider, weekend goes by when Lakewood stu- competition held March 14 at Beachwood the teams must use all the basic skills of Max Mulready, Cooper Strachan and dents and staff aren’t involved in some High School. The team, with the guidance aerospace engineering to have a successful Danny Toner. enriching activity. From sports to music of many parent volunteers and a school to science, Lakewood students are build- coordinator, started preparing in Decem- ing rich life experiences broadening their ber for their tournament challenge. The education with the guidance of mentors Horace Mann’s team’s chosen challenge who may be coaches, teachers or parents of was dubbed “Private DI” and entailed fellow students. Here’s a sampling of some learning about film genres, superstitions of the kind of events that Lakewood’s stu- and improvisation. At the competition, dents partook in over the last month: the team had 30 minutes to create a skit, Northeast Ohio Science and Engi- including props and costumes, focused neering Fair: Three Harding students on the origin of a superstition. The team and nine from the high school showcased was given a list of 45 items it could bring their scientific minds at the regional sci- to the tournament to help in its chal- ence fair held at John Carroll University lenge – as long as they fit in a 2x2x2 box! in early March. Awards were given for If it all sounds a bit complicated, it is, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Honorable Mention as and that’s what the PTA wanted when it well as Special Awards given by nonprof- looked for an event for which to sponsor its and corporations that found an exhibit a team. “I’ve seen leaders emerge,” said of particular interest to the group’s field. team manager and parent Amy Chodzin. LHS freshmen Katie Reading and Han- “The challenge is complicated but that’s nah Gallovic earned first-place honors for wonderful because the kids can find their their projects. Reading’s project, “Measur- own strengths,” she said. The team was WeDoDi: Horace Mann Teams Compete ing Sugar Content of Liquids with a Laser composed of fourth graders Henry Bish, Pointer,” and Gallovic’s “Mold Growth Hanna Chodzin, Sophia Nanni, Han- in Problem-Solving Tournament Under Various Conditions,” earned the nah Posedel and Emma Yonkers and fifth girls $100 each. Second-place awards went graders Grace Lavelle and Alex Tubbs. by Christine Gordillo coach acting only as a facilitator sup- to LHS students Grace Corridoni, Cla- Team America Rocketry Challenge Seven students from Horace Mann plying a structured environment and rissa Kos, Jimmy Matthiesen and Nina (TARC): Members from Harding’s TARC Elementary recently competed in the all the materials necessary for the team Pizzo. Eighth-grader Lindsay Furtado of team spent their Saturdays in March on local Destination Imagination chal- to create and problem solve. Harding also earned second-place recog- a field in Amherst trying to qualify one lenge held March 14th at Beachwood Showing their support, Horace nition. Third-place honors went to Kate of the model rocket’s they built in their High School. “DI” is a community Mann principal Dr. Kathleen McG- LaBar, Adam Morris and Enea Pavliqoti after-school club for the TARC nation- based, non-profit, volunteer-driven, orray and several teachers were in of LHS and eighth-grader Caroline Speice als held in Virginia in May. The top 100 educational organization that teaches attendance as they watched team of Harding. Three students also won Spe- teams across the nation that come clos- young people from kindergarten Dynamite compete against other area cial Awards. Furtado was recognized for est to the contest’s objective of launching through university level the critical elementary schools over the course her worm composting project, Kos for a rocket that reaches an altitude of 750 and creative thinking skills needed for of the day. In what turned out to be her project on the safest water purifica- feet, stays aloft for 45 seconds and returns success in the 21st century. More than a very close competition, team Dyna- tion methods and Reading for her sugar to the ground safe and undamaged are 250,000 children and young adults in mite placed third in this their first year content presentation. Approximately 500 invited to nationals. Oh yeah, the rocket all 50 states and 40 countries com- at the DI Challenge. Parents, teachers students from more than 90 schools par- must also be carrying an egg placed in the pete each season, offering students a and of course the kids, had much to be real-world experience in creativity, proud of. teamwork and problem solving. DI Dynamite ’09 team members Led by coach Amy Chodzin, team were Henry Bish, Hanna Chodzin, DI Dynamite spent three months meet- Grace Lavelle, Sophia Nanni, Hannah ing twice a week to prepare for both the Posedel, Alex Tubbs and Emma Yon- team challenge and an instant chal- kers. lenge which make up the competition. For more information on Destina- DI guidelines require that all creative tion Imagination visit their website at input come from the kids, with the www.idodi.org.

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Lakewood Schools Lakewood Times Staff Among Tops In State The staff members of Lakewood Winning an Excellent Rating in Nesreen Jawhari, Artwork issue. High’s newspaper, Lakewood Times, Individual Categories: Wilson Sackett, Sports Coverage/News Adviser Karen Ballash on Satur- who according to their adviser “put in Rebecca McKinsey, In-depth Report- Seth Baker, Sports Coverage/News day was honored to present a seminar long hours each month writing, editing ing/Individual, Personality Profile, Thealexa Becker, News Photo on editorial writing for students who and designing (the paper) … for very and Column Isabella Zettler, for two different stayed for the convention’s workshop little glory,” finally had the spotlight Rachel Kowalski, News Feature Feature Page Layouts sessions on the second day. Ballash’s shine on them at the Ohio Scholastic Shaina Switzer, Review presentation focused on editorial writ- Media Association Convention at Kent Jacob Ott, Sports Feature, and Team Awards ing and offered the students a proven State University April 3. The student Sports Photo The Editorial Board for Staff Edi- formula for persuasive communica- journalists brought home a First Place Sarah Jawhari, Computer Assisted torial on Hoodies tions, which Ballash said is a “real rating from the competition, which Art Work struggle” for many young writers. gathered more than 1,000 students Alberto Rodriquez, News Writing The team of Alex Mezin, Thealexa The student journalists’ winning from 50 high school newspapers from Thealexa Becker, In-Depth Becker, Shaina Switzer, Jessica Paoli, entries should soon be available to view around the state and drew more than Reporting/Individual Josh Watkins, Ryan Wood, Jordan online at the sponsoring association’s 2,000 entries. Alex Mezin, Photo Illustration Congeni, Rebecca McKinsey , Sarah web at http://new.jmc.kent.edu/csj/ The students won First Place in the Bo Jenkins, Review Jawhari and Miranda Mave for News osma/contests/2009/. Newsmagazine Division and were fur- Fiza Shah, General Feature Magazine Package for the Recycling ther honored with 32 individual and Isabella Zettler, General Feature two team awards. Winning Honorable Mentions: Winning Superior Ratings in Rebecca McKinsey, Day-of Convention Elementary Students Participate Individual Categories: News Magazine Layout Jordan Congeni for Editorial Cartoon Ryan Wood, Artwork In Service Camp Thealexa Becker for Photo Story Jacob Ott, Sports Page Layout and Jacob Ott for Photo Story, and for two different Sports Opinions by Katie Murray pounds of food during a field trip Sports Photo Amanda Perez, Personality Profile “We’ve been working on the to the Cleveland Foodbank. Sarah Jawhari for Editorial Cartoon railroad, all the live long day. . . “Making gifts of cheer and .” hope, giving love away. . . “ Schools Phase III Facilities Plan Thirty-five second and third Armed with markers and paint, graders from Lincoln and Emer- the students decorated pillows and continued from page 1 son elementary schools gathered placemats and stuffed puppies figuration of elementary schools. At the together for service camp from with messages of love. Lakewood top of the lists of a majority of partici- March 24-27, 2009. Dubbed “Camp Senior Services and MetroHealth pants for criteria to consider if closing Engineers of Hope”, the theme of Senior Health Center were the a school were geographic placement, the camp encouraged students to happy recipients of the students’ equitable class sizes, walking distance meet President Barack Obama’s handiwork. The week concluded on and safe pickup/dropoff areas. challenge that “we must pick our- Friday afternoon with a field trip Regarding criteria to determine selves up, dust ourselves off and to visit the residents of the Metro- whether one would support any Phase III begin the work of” bringing hope Health Senior Health Center. As plan, the top factors were whether or not to our communities. Teachers Mau- the children happily sang the songs the district received the State’s $47 million reen Marshall and Chris Karabinus they had been practicing all week, contribution to the plan, making sure that wanted their students to learn that they walked the halls of the center Lakewood City Schools’ present and fu- all students attend school in a renovated they could reach out and make giving the pillows and puppies as ture: Incoming Superintendent P. Joseph or rebuilt school and the financial impact a difference in their little part of gifts to the residents. While lis- Madak (left) and current Superinten- on families and the community. America. tening to a rousing chorus of “You dent David C. Estrop at the Community Future Superintendent P. Joseph The students, outfitted in rail- Are My Sunshine”, one resident Forum April 2. Madak wrapped up the evening by road engineer’s caps, spent hours remarked that “my heart is burst- pledging his commitment to the process, continue through May and then resume working on a variety of service ing with love right now!” one he called “powerful” and one that again in September in preparation for projects to benefit local organi- The “engineers of hope” are will affect all of Lakewood’s students, the next Community Forum on Sept. 15, zations. The Sanctuary for Senior back in the classroom, learning regardless of which school they attend. where the committee will seek commu- Dogs received homemade dog bis- their traditional school subjects He thanked Dr. Estrop for his open- nity input on its recommendations. cuits. Speakers from the N.E. Ohio this week. But the lessons learned ness and willingness to work together to For more information and to view Coalition for the Homeless edu- in service camp left a lasting mark make the transition from one adminis- the documents presented at the Com- cated the children with personal on the students and all the people tration to the next a smooth one. munity Forum, please visit www. stories of homelessness. The stu- with whom they shared their mes- The Phase III Steering Committee lakewoodcityschools.org and click on the dents sorted and packed over 700 sage of hope and love. will meet April 21 to review the results of Phase III button on the home page. You the survey and begin to shape its recom- may also leave comments about the pro- mendation to the Board. Meetings will cess on the Phase III hotline: 227-5315.

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minimal disruption and transition for continued from page 1 The maps above reveal the gaps created when either Grant or Lincoln is removed. In students. I have heard it said that par- both cases high density neighborhoods are disadvantaged. ing elementary schools, Grant, Lincoln ents often struggle more than students & Roosevelt. Unfortunately the sched- with this one. As a child I transitioned lated and mobile segments of our city. being discussed around town. ule of meetings did not coincide with six times during elementary school I suspect that the land on which the We know that strong schools my own. I determined it best that I due to family moves, school renova- Board of Education now resides and build strong communities. If we get downgrade my role in this process to tions and district integration efforts. the adjacent Grant site are as desir- this wrong we put our community an active member of the community. Not only did these events impact my able for developers as that of Kaufman and our future at risk. If we get this Activity in my case usually means academic performance, they left me Park and vast enough to include green right, we all benefit. that of the imagination. In this case, feeling anxious and insecure with no space. Relocating district offices to When I landed here, Lakewood with The Observer as my mouthpiece, sense of community. the Lincoln building could serve as a was just a place to hang my hat. What please consider this. If the location is right, room for means of honoring its history in the I didn’t anticipate was that it might Earlier this month I attended future expansion can be included in community and provide a campus for be the location where the essence of the first of two scheduled Phase III the plan. I doubt we are in store for the recreation department. community manifests itself through Community Forums. After opening another baby boom but enrollment While there may be issues and the birth of a new idea for its children; remarks, data was presented and dis- could soar. With a struggling economy obstacles that I am unaware of, I am an idea that serves the interests of the tributed for reference. Each individual and the district’s improving perfor- hopeful that others will see value in entire community for generations to was given a survey to complete. Then mance and new facilities, many new this approach and consider alterna- come. the same survey was completed in small families may be drawn to the system. tives to the limited “either/or” options groups by consensus. The purpose of If the location is right, there can this exercise was to gather commu- be a re-balancing of resources to nity input and determine which issues ensure economic parity. should be weighted most heavily when If the location is right, six can get developing options for consideration the job done without compromising at the next Community Forum sched- on essential criteria. Times are tough. uled for September 15th. It must be All personal impact aside, it seems decided if the district will operate six obvious to me that Roosevelt should or seven elementary schools once the be rebuilt at its current location. Har- plan is complete. I think it is fair to rison and Hayes to the east and west say that regardless of the state of the are near capacity. Roosevelt bridges economy, no taxpayer wants to pay the gap and is located in a densely for the renovation or rebuilding and populated residential neighborhood. operation of seven elementary schools If we are going to get this done if only six are needed. I was reassured right with six elementary schools, by School Board President Ed Favre’s it seems Grant and Lincoln should remarks that “no decisions have been both be decommissioned. Choos- made” and “this process will guide ing between them could divide us. our decisions.” Even more so, I was Choosing between them would cre- encouraged by Treasurer Rick Ber- ate problems for the many families dine’s comment during the Q & A that that do not have the option of driv- “anything is possible.” ing children to school. Their numbers This is easy. After reviewing the data pro- are on the rise. 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Many people know about life-threat- than she attends. She can’t go outside if ages two to 17 pay $10, and babies ening diseases like cancer. But not many it’s too hot or cold. And she can’t play are free. This year’s race is at Cleve- people are aware of a disease called Mi- too much, because she gets tired really land Metroparks Zoo on Saturday, tochondrial Disease. Mitochondrial quickly. May 9. Registration for the all-day Disease (Mito) has no cure. Every 15 My sister needs all the help she can get, event begins at 7 a.m. minutes, a child is born with a type of and that is why my brother Steve and I All the proceeds from this Mito. Many develop the disease before are asking you to go online and register event will go to help find a cure for the age of ten. for the United Mitochondrial Disease Mitochondrial Disease. Donations Half of the people who develop this Foundation’s upcoming event under are accepted and much appreciated. disease are under the age of five, and “Team Abby.” Participants will receive a free con- many won’t live past their teenage years. Every year, the Foundation holds a tinental breakfast, free admission to Mitochondrial Disease is characterized “Run Wild for a Cure” day at the zoo. the zoo and rain forest, free T-shirts by the body’s inability to process food Participants are provided with break- (while supplies last), free children’s into energy. The parts of the body that fast, music and games. You can join in entertainment, free parking, and a need the most energy – the heart, brain, a scenic one-mile walk through the zoo huge raffle with great prizes for the muscles, and lungs – are affected the for families and children or a challeng- whole family. Please mark your place most. ing 5K course for runners chip-timed in a child’s life and register now. This disease affects my sister. She is by Hermes. four and a half, and the cutest thing There is pre-registration, so you “Mito” can affect children under the age of you’ve ever seen. She has been having a don’t have to wait in long lines. You can five, such as Julia Houska’s younger sister, lot of good days, but the situation could pre-register online at www.runwildfo- Abby. Photo courtesy of the Houska family. get worse without warning. Because of racure.org. Adults pay $20 for the run, this disease, she misses more school and $15 if they’re walking. Children

LHS Students Travel to International Film Fest By Thealexa Becker

With the successful Cleveland Inter- did not understand the French. junior Arielle Giczkowski and seniors by how much they gained from the ex- national Film Festival right next door, “The kids got an interesting perspec- Emily Ott and Jacque Hood. “We got perience. LHS French and German classes took tive on French culture,” said French matching two-dollar sunglasses.” “We actually got to feel like we the opportunity to watch recent foreign teacher Katie Braquet about the Film They added that it was the first time learned something,” senior Grace El- films. Festival experience. “American movies that they had used the rapid and the liott said. “You’re hearing [the film] in The film festival, which also sponsors always have a resolution, usually a hap- bus to get to Tower City, as well as the another language and understanding it Film Slam, a mini-festival for educa- py one. French movies don’t have one, first time that they made “funny faces at and thinking about it, too. It really paid tional purposes, featured sets of foreign and you need to figure [the ending] out weird people on the rapid.” off to be at a higher [language] level.” shorts in French, Spanish and German. for yourself.” Most of the students seemed amused “It was a great experience for the for- The French 4/5 and German 4 classes At the conclusion of the shorts and by the public transportation aspect of eign language classes to hear and learn attended the respective sets of shorts discussion, the students were allowed to the trip. Senior Jenny Shank even called about their languages outside of the along with several other Cleveland area explore Tower City for lunch and some it her favorite part of the trip. classroom,” senior Eva Nemethy said. schools. light shopping. “I met my prom date on the rapid,” “I was impressed by how incredibly “It was a day full of firsts,” said junior senior Bailey Mueller said jokingly. worldly the average LHS students are,” Emily Barker, who traveled with fellow Many of the students were impressed said German teacher Gregory Sent. Each showing consisted of approxi- mately 20-minute short films. The German shorts included the recent Oscar winning Live Action Short Film “Spielzeugland (Toyland).” which tells the story of a single mother in WWII Nazi Germany who tells her son that the Jewish family next door is going away to “toyland.” Following the film, there was a short discussion about its impact and importance. “[Spielzeugland] showed us the Holo- caust through the eyes of a child during that time period,” Sent said. “It showed us an alternate ending to an altogether tragic event. But it also showed how many Germans during the Holocaust acted against the Nazi party and are too often forgotten in our history books and in the media.” The French students also took part in a discussion after their set of shorts. It was initially conducted in French, but

had to be changed to English because The foreign language students posed on the Tower City steps. Top from left to right: Grace Elliott, Hannah Eaton, Jenny Shank, Eva Nemethy, Chris many of the students in the audience Murrett, Bailey Mueller, John Kearney, Jacque Hood, Emily Ott. Front row from left to right: Thealexa Becker, Heather Zappala, David Beargie, Joanna Gobeille, Arielle Giczkowski, Mary Porter, Emily Barker, Liz Newell, Tyler Kadow, and Jesse Geyer. Photo by Gregory Sent.

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Lakewood Times Editorial Board Rebecca McKinsey Editor in Chief Author Speaks on Migrant Odyssey Thealexa Becker Design & Focus Editor Rachel Kowalski News Editor By Greg Culley Sarah Jawhari Opinion Editor Isabella Zettler Lakewood Life Editor Some describe it as the “Odyssey” In addition to LHS students, dent identifying her as a reporter and Jacob Ott Sports Editor Valerie Locke Names Monitor of the twenty-first century. attendees from Garfield Middle School, explaining her objective. “I called it my Miranda Mave Art & Photo Coordinator The protagonist? Lincoln West High School, St. Martin carta de oro, or golden letter,” Nazario Adam Mihalski Public Relations & Pollster No, it’s not the famed Odysseus, de Porres, and Carl W. Shuler High said, adding that the letter kept her out Andrew O’Connor Business Manager Wilson Sackett Exchange Editor but rather a 17-year-old Honduran boy School were present. of jail three times. Fiza Shah Future Book Compiler named Enrique. Inspired by a conversation with Although the letter was valu- Danielle Szabo Distribution Head Instead of battling the Cyclops and her maid Carmen, Nazario soon began able in protecting her from dangerous Karen Ballash Adviser dodging Sirens, he faces brutal gangs exploring the possibility of taking her situations with people, nature’s fury and a mechanical beast in the form of a own journey. “Some things I just didn’t remained unstoppable, Nazario said. As shocking as these stories were, freight train. He is returning not from really get until I rode on the trains,” she During her journey, she was required the stories of happiness and humanity the Trojan War, but from a war against recalled. to contend with tree trunks that wiped also inspired Nazarios’s audience.. the odds – and against the Immigra- Nazario made sure, though, that passengers off trains, unsteady rails, “An old woman in Veracruz that tion and Naturalization Service. her safety remained a priority, taking burning heat, and freezing cold. I met would make tortillas and beans Enrique is an illegal immigrant, several precautions to ensure an experi- Nazario’s experiences served as to put in bags to be thrown up to the and behind his captivating and rep- ence she would be able the basis for several articles in the train,” Nazario explained. “It amazed resentative story stands Pulitzer to share. One of Los Angeles Times. These articles me that there were people who barely Prize-winning journalist and author these was a developed into the book that had enough to feed themselves, giving Sonia Nazario. letter writ- gained national attention. food away to complete strangers.” Nazario visited Lakewood High ten by “You have to remember Nazario emphasized that her web- School’s Tryout Theater on March 26 the per- that even though it’s ‘Enrique’s site contained several links to help to share the experiences and inspira- s o n a l Story,’ that it’s a story com- create business in South American tions that helped develop her book, a s si s - mon to thousands,” Nazario countries or send prosthetics to a home “Enrique’s Journey,” which sheds light t a n t reminded the audience as she for victims who had lost limbs to the on an issue that continues to dominate to the described the horrors of the trains. “It’s amazing how people live news headlines and local conversations. Mexi- t r a i n ride. their faith there,” Nazario said. In addition to informing, her presen- c a n As the theater cleared, the audi- tation inspired empathy and added presi- ence was left with a story of faithful humanity to the immigration debate. individuals, one faithful boy, and a Facing History and Ourselves, an faithful reporter. organization that sponsors activities that cultivate civic responsibility in hopes of protecting human dignity and preventing human rights violations, brought Nazario to Lakewood with the help of Social Studies teacher Joe Lobozzo.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sonia Nazario speaks to stu- dents at the LHS Tryout Theater about her book, “Enrique’s Journey.” Students from four different area schools attended and were able to ask questions following her speech. Photo by Amanda Perez. Mood Is Mediocre in the LHS Mods Times Staff Editorial If our temporary fix for a fully ous awards Lakewood High School or other forms of artwork and pictures rate the halls. functioning school belongs in a trailer claims? Where are the Ranger colors, could be displayed in the units. Adding a little spice is the only park, we might as well make it attrac- the visual acknowledgements of stu- AYF students discussed their ideas solution to unify Lakewood High tive. dent academics and athletics? Where to deck the halls, and are anticipating School and its small duplicate across The mods are our solution to the has all the school spirit gone? the fundraising activity. They hope to the street. construction taking place during the The American Youth Foundation finalize details to ensure that faculty The school should embrace this next few years. Walking into a plain, (AYF), has already attempted to rectify members and students from any grade opportunity to make the mods some- bare, maze of doors and abandoned- this problem. Students involved in the level can join in the project to enrich the thing we will all remember – or else looking walls does not promote a school’s community-based and leader- modular hallways. Giving the school a they should just hurry up with the con- united, spirited high school. ship-building club decided to confront sense of unification and accomplish- struction. A step into the main building the school administration about the ment will benefit us greatly. across the street gives you a taste of issue. If it’s the security guards scan- Lakewood High’s rich, authentic cul- Apparently, handling certain ning the halls for tardy adolescents, ture. Why not bring a little flavor to the memorabilia is a problem. faculty members rushing from room The Lakewood Times is now re- mods? And space in the mods is already to room, or the students themselves, we printing some of its best articles Taping monochromatic signs to tight. If physically bringing trophy all deserve a little something to look at in the Lakewood Observer. We the walls of the modular units doesn’t cases or LHS mementos across the every now and then. Something excit- hope you enjoy the “Best of the exactly show the creativity of the stu- street is not acceptable, then using the ing, something different than beige Times” and would like to invite dents or of the school itself. Putting wall area is our only answer. We agree paint -– that’s all we’re asking for. you to comment on any of our signs up as a quick fix for the unclad that the units are constantly crowded, Different classes like foreign lan- stories. Comments can be di- walls is, quite frankly, a waste of space. but that’s no excuse to dismiss the idea guages, Art, Pop Culture, English, or rected to the Observation Deck What happened to the artwork all together. LHS principal Dr. Bill Wag- History could also benefit from the or e-mailed to lakewoodhigh- created by the students, or the numer- ner stated that a mural-like structure exposure by creating projects to elabo- [email protected].

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Lakewood Cares A Missing Child’s Family Speaks Out by Linda Summers and prostitution and he didn’t want to at her doorstep and did another inter- National Center for Missing & When a child runs away or is taken lose me like he lost Ashley. view with Jen and the FBI the next day. Exploited Children away, the impact spreads beyond the Jen’s reaction appears to be indiffer- In both interviews the FBI spokesman Since 1983, our nation has immediate family. People outside the ent, but indifference is a form of denial, stated teenage prostitution was one of observed May 25th as National Missing family think of the mother and father which is a normal reaction to grief: the theories they were looking into. Both Children’s Day. Statistics from the U.S. first. These strangers have a word of the grief and sadness that any mother newscasts mentioned Department of Justice help shed light sympathy for the parents and for a would feel in her position. two other girls that dis- on the problem: brief fleeting moment thoughts such A s h l e y ’ s appeared from the same as, “I wonder how I would feel.” They extended west-side neighbor- Missing children overview may even go home and hug their child f a m i l y , hood Ashley lived in: ·In one year, an estimated 797,500 or children for no apparent reason. The consisting Amanda Berry, miss- children were reported missing.1 forgotten ones are the missing child’s of her aunts, ing since April 21, ·According to the U.S. Department siblings, grandparents, aunt, uncles uncle, and 2003; and Georgina of Justice, more than 2,000 children and even cousins. The child’s disap- grandpar- DeJesus, missing are reported missing every day, and pearance has a wide-reaching effect, ents, have since April 2, 2004. thankfully the vast majority of them not only on the family, but extending reacted with Jen doesn’t believe are recovered quickly. to the community as well. anger, guilt Ashley had been I am the step-grandmother of a and sadness. kidnapped and Nonfamily abductions missing child. I am going to share with A lot forced into teen- ·An estimated 58,200 children were you our family’s story and just some of of questions age prostitution. taken in one year by someone outside the impact her disappearance has had and conversa- She’s convinced the family2 – typically for a short time, on our family. I can only share bits and tions have taken s o m e o n e in connection with another crime. pieces because it would be impossible place among the harmed her or to share everything, not only would it extended fam- is hiding her ·An estimated 115 children expe- take a lot more space, but as yet, the ily. Conversations out-of-state. rienced a stereotypical kidnapping, the impact isn’t completely known. As a such as: “Why S i n c e rarest type of abduction potentially typical response to grief, not everyone didn’t she call then, I’ve posing great risk of serious harm.3 in the family has shared or shown the me?” “I would have p o s t e d effects of this life event with others. helped her.” “Where u p d a t e s Family abductions My granddaughter is considered do you think she is?” on the Lakewood ·An estimated 203,900 children an “Endangered Missing Child” and On and on the ques- Observer’s discussion pages. The were victims of family abduction, her name is Ashley Nicole Summers. tions go. Observer’s forum post has gained where the child was taken by a noncus- I’d like to know how old she is here… Personally, my husband John, momentum: David Lay, one of the todial parent.4 She disappeared July 9, 2007 from the Ashley’s grandpa, or papa, as he is community members, submitted an near west side of Cleveland, Ohio. Ash- affectionately called, is full of grief. I article to the Lakewood Observer ·24 percent of these abduc- ley actually ran away from her Great am careful as to how much I discuss about Ashley. He also broadcast the tions lasted one week to less than one Uncle’s house on Holmden Avenue. my search for her when I talk with him. link on Twitter and the article has had month.5 She was staying there after a huge fight I have begun searching online for her, over 10,000 views. This recent activity If your child is ever missing, call with her mother. None of us know why trying to get as many people as possible, gives us hope for now. your local police department right away. she packed all her belongings and left all over the country, to see her picture. I wonder how long we will keep Police are required by law to immedi- that day. My story will briefly touch Unfortunately, Ashley didn’t receive pushing to have her story told. How ately take a missing child report and on events from that day to the present, any media coverage in the beginning many years go by before we give up and then promptly enter that report into almost two years later. because she was a runaway. move on? Ashley has a new baby sister the FBI’s National Crime Information Ashley’s mom, Jen, although still I posted on the Lakewood Observ- and another sibling on the way. Will Center. After you have contacted local angry with Ashley, spent her whole er’s Observation Deck, a discussion she ever get to see them? Will they ever authorities, contact NCMEC at 1.800. summer in 2007 driving the streets page, but wasn’t able to keep it going. get to know her or even understand she THE.LOST(1.800.843.5678) or online of Cleveland looking for her daugh- In November 2008 Ashley’s case was once was, and still is, a part of our fam- at www.missingkids.com. ter. Sometimes she followed Ashley’s converted from a status of Endan- ily? These are questions I ask myself boyfriend to see if she was with him. gered Runaway to Endangered Missing as I continue to pray, hope and believe FBI’s Innocence Lost Initiative Jen and other family members hung at the National Center for Missing & that one day, good or bad, we’ll know Marks its 5th Anniversary posters up and down the streets of the Exploited Children and the FBI got what happened to her. neighborhood they lived in near West involved in the case. In June 2003, the Federal Bureau of 98th and Madison. The posters were Every once in a while, I’ll search If you happen to read this Ashley: Investigation in conjunction with the ripped down as fast as they went up. the Internet with Ashley’s name to see we love you! Please come home! National Center for Missing & Exploited One of the posters made it into a local if any new items pop up on a search Children and the U.S. Department of drug store, which led to our first lead. engine. On February 13th, 2009 I was Additional Information Justice, Child Exploitation and Obscen- Someone reported to the police that doing just that and found a blog at ity Section launched the Innocence Lost Ashley was staying in the same build- http://jamesrenner.wordpress.com/ National Runaway Switchboard 1- National Initiative (ILNI). Their com- ing where they lived and they didn’t with Ashley’s picture. The blog belongs 800-RUNAWAY bined efforts were aimed at addressing realize she was a run away. When the to James Renner, a staff writer for the the growing problem of domestic child Operated 24 hours a day, 365 days a police arrived, Ashley was gone. alternative weekly newspaper Cleve- sex slavery in the form of child prostitu- year. Started 1971. More than 100,000 In one of my searches, I talked land Scene. He is also the author of The tion in the United States. phone calls annually. to some people on Lawn Avenue near Serial Killer’s Apprentice, a book about ·Over 400 children have been rescued. West 65th Street. They knew where 13 of Northeast Ohio’s most intriguing Statistics: ·The CyberTipline has received she was staying but were afraid to unsolved crimes and Amy: My Search ·1.6 to 2.8 million runaway and 5,127 tips of child exploitation through speak up. Although they didn’t say for Her Killer. The latter book follows homeless youth live on the streets of prostitution. they knew where she was, I could tell his investigation into the unsolved America. (OJJDP, 2002, Research Tri- by their facial expressions and hushed murder of Amy Mihaljevic, a high pro- ·The number of CyberTipline angle Institute, 1995) whispers. I gave them a flyer with our file missing child, eventually found reports of known missing children phone number on it and asked them to dead, in 1989. I met with Mr. Renner ·Youth aged 12-17 are at higher risk involved in prostitution is 944. have Ashley call her PaPa, my husband, and helped him with some questions for homelessness than adults. (American ·During that same time period, as he was very worried about her. We he had about Ashley. Journal of Public Health, 1994, 1998) NCMEC has intaked 41,978 endan- never heard from her. I got a lecture Shortly thereafter, out of the blue, 47% of runaway/homeless youth gered runaway cases. from my husband that day. WJW Fox 8 interviewed Jen and her indicated that conflict between them ·Case data shows that many of these “You shouldn’t go back to that mom as well as the FBI. It aired March and their parent or guardian was a children can be at great risk of being area, you could have been shot.” He 9, 2009. Not to be outdone by the com- major problem. (Westat, 1997) told me that area is known for drugs petition, Channel 19 WOIO showed up lured or forced into child prostitution.

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The Lakewood Observer Pilot Security Program in The Unknown RCA Inventor Downtown Lakewood Charles Clio Shumard by Mary Anne Crampton tors that downtown is a secure place. by Charlotte Shumard Mcquilkin Seven Downtown Lakewood estab- LakewoodAlive is pleased to be able Robertson to facilitate the interests of these prop- lishments have pooled resources to fund When I received a postcard from erty owners to assure that Downtown a pilot program for enhanced security in the Beck Center about their latest pro- Lakewood is an inviting destination for Lakewood’s downtown commercial dis- duction, The Farnsworth Invention, I people to shop, work and play.” trict. Administered by LakewoodAlive, took notice. It is a dramatic play about An outgrowth of the City’s neigh- the program will provide for increased two scientists, Philo Farnsworth and borhood patrol efforts, the off-duty police presence in the area for nine David Sarnoff, competing for the pat- Lakewood Police officers will work stra- weeks, starting in early April. ent rights for the greatest invention of tegically scheduled times with a focus on Participants in the newly formed the 20th century – the television. after-school hours and business closing Downtown Lakewood Business Alli- I am not a staff member of Beck hours. Officers will be uniformed, patrol ance security initiative are: Center, although I was a volunteer by foot, marked car and bicycle. Other Detroit-Warren Building there for many years and my children initiatives of the committee include work- The Coral Company attended classes at Lakewood Little ing with City officials to improve lighting Lakewood Public Library Theatre. I took note because my father, Charlotte Robertson with her father, in public spaces including Downtown Phoenix Coffee Charles Clio Shumard, was intimately Charles Clio Shumard - co-inventor of Lakewood parks and parking areas. Rozi’s Wine House involved with the development of the walkie-talkie circa October 1981 Downtown Lakewood is a Lake- Geiger’s Clothing & Sports television during the early years. Dad woodAlive program to revitalize INA & Lakewood Center Build. worked for RCA with David Sarnoff in and all the other innovative thinkers of Lakewood’s primary commercial dis- As activity in the district grows, we Camden, New Jersey after the invention his time. trict using the National Main Street believe that periodic additional police of television. My father co-invented Four-Point Approach™. coverage will help reinforce to all visi- the two-way radio walkie-talkie with About The Farnsworth Invention Alfred J. Gross (who coincidentally Who will win the race to invent the Lakewood Public Library Parent Pages grew up in Cleveland and attended greatest innovation of the 20th century? The idealistic scientist or the ruthless continued from page 5 ings. The main page of the site offers Case School of Applied Sciences, now information on upcoming events part of Case Western Reserve Univer- media mogul? It’s the classic David and affordable meal. at the Library, in Lakewood and in sity). Goliath tale. The powerful president The Parent Pages cover the arts, the Cleveland area. Researchers at Dad was hired by RCA after Gen- of RCA, David Sarnoff, competes with both creating and appreciating; the Library are always searching eral Electric and Westinghouse were a self-taught potato farmer’s son, Philo family activities; volunteer oppor- for good quality websites that chal- combined to become RCA (Radio Farnsworth, to invent a device Farn- tunities; schools and childcare lenge, educate, or entertain children Corporation of America). That was sworth calls “electronic television.” resources; budget-minded shop- and parents. We’ll be continually 1929. Then came the stock market Although they are very different men, ping; and many ways to help your expanding our suggestions and col- crash. Daddy lost his job only briefly, their vision is the same: to use this tech- children have fun and achieve their lection of online resources. being hired by RCA to work at the tube nology as a vehicle for social change. As greatest potential. Wherever possi- division in Harrison, New Jersey. He Sarnoff tells his wife, “It’s gonna change ble, web links for places and events To access this treasure trove of worked for RCA until 1963. By 1936 everything, it’s gonna end ignorance and are included so that you can check information, go to www.lakewood- we had a television set in our home, as misunderstanding, it’s gonna end illit- out current schedules and offer- publiclibrary.com/parentpages. primitive as it would seem today: the eracy. It’s going to end war.” Don’t miss set was lodged in a large console with the closing weekend of The Farnsworth a five-inch cathode ray tube lay flat Invention at the Beck Center. Final per- Celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord! with a two-inch magnifier on top of formances are this Friday and Saturday, it; behind that, on the angled lid, was April 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. on the Mackey a mirror which reflected the picture Main Stage. Tickets are $28 for adults, Join Us For out for us to see. We lived high enough $25 for seniors (65 and older), and $17 to receive signals so we could watch for students (22 and under with ID). Easter Service Charlie Chaplin movies, sports events, An additional $3 service fee per ticket is parades, and auditions. We were the hit applied at the time of purchase. Group Sunday, April 12 • 11am of the neighborhood. Having an inven- discounts are available for parties of 13 tor as a father was a lot of fun, to say or more. To reserve tickets, call the Beck the least. Center box office at 216.521.2540 ext. 10, Television was not the only area of or request seats at www.beckcenter.org. my father’s expertise. In addition to the For group sales, contact Linda Hefner at walkie-talkie, he also received 13 other ext. 29. Beck Center is located at 17801 patents during his years at RCA. As was Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just 10 common back then, RCA owned the minutes west of downtown Cleveland. patents but Dad didn’t seem to care. 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Green City You Can Compost by Mary Harley necessary supplies are Fifty-six thousand Lakewood most likely already on residents. Almost 25 thousand house- hand. All you need are holds. Presumably, every household “green matter” (kitchen has at least one trash can. Next month, scraps); “brown matter” these cans will all become obsolete (material like dead leaves, as our town moves to curbside trash sawdust, planar shavings and collection and switches to automated- grass clippings); and a suitable truck-friendly roll-out receptacles container. Fancier composting bins instead. What in the world can we do are available on the market, but a with all those trash cans? It would be a standard outdoor trash can is an ideal composter. To create a compost bin out shame to deposit all these still-usable, ter” of a discarded trash can, you must drill yet seemingly useless, containers in a a n d several ½” drainage holes in the bot- landfill, as seems likely to be the case. “ b r o w n tom and around the side of the can, What a perfect opportunity for the matter”. It helps to approximately four inches from the City of Lakewood to encourage its resi- keep a separate, covered, bottom. Next, dig a hole in the corner dents to begin composting as a way garbage can of dead leaves or of a yard approximately six inches deep of sustaining the environment. Large grass clippings handy in your yard. and set the bin in the hole. This will first scale backyard composting in the city When you empty your indoor bucket keep your compost bin from tipping one should be of Lakewood could result in a signifi- into the compost bin, simply fill the over and allow decomposers from the ready to use. cant reduction of solid waste and the small container up again with brown soil access to the compost. Now, all you What will composting provide? resources necessary to manage it; less matter and toss that in on top. If you have to do is add vegetation! Finished compost can be spread into notice any odors, simply add more Many compostable kitchen scraps your garden, flowerbeds, and lawns. brown matter (yard waste) and the can be tossed into a smaller container It will improve the health of the soil, odor will go away quickly. indoors (an ice cream bucket works improve the drainage of the soil, and Your compost should be turned/ well) and added to the outdoor bin at improve the growth of your plants. stirred once a week. A large garden the end of the day. Remember “once a Compost naturally adds nutrients and shovel does the job nicely. As you plant, always a plant” and you won’t go beneficial microorganisms to soil, as turn the compost, you will notice the wrong. Apple cores, carrot peels, salad well as encouraging larger natural warmth coming from it as it decom- scraps, orange rinds, pepper insides, soil builders, like earthworms, to take poses – you might even notice it even coffee grounds (with filters!) and up residence. Finally, as mentioned steaming if you turn it on a cool morn- tea bags can go into your compost. before, by composting in your yard, ing! Turning compost is really the only Even egg shells (rinsed) can be used. you are doing your part to reduce the “hard” work involved in backyard Certain kitchen scraps, such as bread, amount of waste sent to landfills. composting-keep in mind though that cheese, meat, sauce, and oil, should be As our community takes on this if your compost goes untouched, it will avoided in small-scale backyard com- very large scale change in our refuse still decompose, just at a slower pace. post to ward off pests and odors. It is collection system, many questions and So keeping up with the compost does also not recommended to add things concerns have been raised by the public not need to get in the way of your other such as pet droppings, coal, charcoal, in regards to the decision. The change weekly tasks. or diseased plants. Finally, weeds from is happening, though, and we are all Generally it takes about 4-6 months your garden should be thrown into going to be a part of this new system. to make superior compost, depending the regular “yard waste” rather than So let us look at this as more than just a on the season you start. The warmer the compost; the bin might not reach change, but an opportunity. An oppor- weather will generate quicker results. a high enough temperature to com- tunity to be a part of a community stress to landfills; and even reduced use Remember that smaller pieces of scraps pletely kill the weeds and prevent them that cares about caring for our planet. of chemical fertilizers which find their will break down more quickly. Cutting from germinating where you spread You have the garbage can (if not, check way into our city’s soil, groundwater, up larger scraps, such as watermelon your compost. for them on tree lawns in May!), you and even food. rind, before adding to your compost You can assure your friends and have the scraps, you CAN compost! At But why would anyone want will significantly help the process. A neighbors that you will not attract least give it a try before sending your to compost? Likely, many of us are full garbage can will reduce by about pests or varmints by having compost garbage can to the landfill. Household already recycling paper, plastic, glass half by the time the compost is ready to in your yard; your container will go by household, we can enrich our soil, and metal rather than sending them use. The finished product will be dark unbothered. You can even leave the top enrich ourselves, enrich our commu- to the landfill. These things, we know, in color, “crumbly” (you should be able uncovered and open to rain and sun as nity, and enrich our planet. take decades or centuries to degrade, to crush between your fingertips), and long as you always top your compost For more information to get you if not longer. But food scraps? Those should smell sweet and earthy. A good with a layer of brown matter. Your com- started, type “garbage can compost- are biodegradable and don’t stress our rule of thumb is to fill one garbage can, post should not “stink” either, as long as ing” into your favorite search engine... landfills… or do they? Actually, food then start a second while the first one you stick to a 50/50 ratio of “green mat- many helpful websites are available. scraps constitute an amazing 23% of rests. When your second can is full, the the solid waste Americans generate. All vegetation does eventually decompose, but requires oxygen to decompose in a sustainable manner. In a landfill, food scraps are buried along with other solid waste and allowed to decompose anaerobically, creating bi-products of methane gas (a major contributor to global warming) and causing acidic leaching into groundwater. However, in a compost bin with ample oxygen, the same vegetation will decompose aerobically and avoid these harmful side effects, keep the waste out of the landfill in the first place, and provide the composter with a bin of organic fertilizer for their vegetable or flower garden. Beginning to compost at home is a relatively simple endeavor, and the

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Did They Hate Me? Confessions Of A Former Rocker... It’s not easy getting into the world by Gary Rice A musician may choose to become of music when you are young. First, your an amateur, or a professional. Ama- parents have to decide to let you HAVE teurs can play whatever they please in an instrument, as well as deciding to the privacy of their own room, where give you lessons.(Hopefully!) If you are professionals must play for whatever really lucky, you get to have the instru- paying public might be sitting in front ment of YOUR choice, and you find an of them. A professional might be called encouraging teacher to work with. Even to play a polka, a rhumba, a foxtrot, or then, the start up process is often slow the newest rock number. Profession- and time consuming. The lure of the als, of course, necessarily do it for the slumber party, or the baseball game, bucks, while amateurs do not. will often conspire to turn you away People who first hear me play from the practice of scales and songs. are often amazed that I can whip out Additionally and eventually, you find, a dazzling bluegrass tune, a sincere (often to your horror) that you must blues number, a polka, or some rock demonstrate your newly found musi- song dating from the 1950’s up to the cal skills in front of PEOPLE! This can music of today. When asked about my induce severe emotional trauma, but, favorite style of music though, folks like a good laxative, is supposed to be are often surprised to learn that my good for you at some point in your life. response is “none”. In fact, I tend to Just when you are starting to feel like particular songs moreso than I do comfortable with your newly found styles. Although you probably know skills, you may discover that Aunt by now that I was once rather active in Emma’s sewing circle might not be the world of rock and roll, you might wowed by your blazing 10 minute be surprised to know that I do not interpretation of heavy metal dis- consider it to be a favorite music style torted power chords. of mine at all. As a former teacher, in I’ll never forget the night- about fact, I have been quite concerned about 1969, when my “hard rock” band the impact of rock’s occasional stylistic booked a job at a local parochial high excesses on our children. While I also school’s Friday night dance. We were like the vocabulary exercise inherent told that the kids were looking for a with students developing rap lyrics, I “real” rock band, and boy, did we feel also regret the profanity and inuendo that we had what it took to fill the in many rap songs. bill! If you want to become a musical There was just one problem: dents into gear. We too, noticed that their professional, I feel that you need to When we s t a r t e d own outfits looked as if they had learn a variety of styles. Only when our set, the looked askance at our outfits, stepped out of a 1950’s time-warp with one reaches the level of “star” can one s t u - as if we were from Venus, and held their neatly pleated skirts, and have the financial ability to call one’s their ears as we buttoned down collars. Oops. own shots in the musical world. Even The exceedingly conservative then, stars often are forced by their nature of that school, as well as our obligations to adhere to a particular own flamboyance, had made for a very style. I could tell you many stories of poor match-up indeed! Fortunately, rockers typecast into unyielding roles the engagement was only for a very that, to this day, continue to limit their short time, although to me, I felt that creativity and stifle their talents. t h e night would never end! I hope that you never have the Music is a deeply experience of feeling that your audi- personal form of self ence hates you. The best way not to expression, and is have that happen, is to know a vari- kicked interpreted differ- ety of tunes and be able to better play i t ently by different to your crowd. At least at the local people in differ- level, it can amount to money in your ent ways. Not long pocket. after that horrible Whether you decide to play for night, I took my yourself, or for others, if you want to dad’s advice and be an appreciated musician, please got connected with continue to develop and refine your all-occasion bands. skills. Even the cockroaches in the At least these bedroom wall deserve good music! bands could better Finally, please know that it’s handle a variety of never too late to learn a musical shows with greater instrument. I’ve known so many peo- ease, although many ple who have started playing in their of my rockin’ out 30’s, 40’s and later. With the inter- friends thought net, there is so much information that I was was selling available online that was not around out. (Good guess!) when I started out. Locally, places in I still have friends from Lakewood like Vance Music Studios that era that will play their music, and and Educators Music offer private ONLY their music (mostly in their own lessons for those choosing to get truly basements). Very few of these people serious with refining their musical play professionally, if in fact, they ever skills. The Pulse of this City needs all did. The thing is, any one style of music of the “beats” it can get! photo by Gary Rice will only appeal to a limited segment of Grab that instrument and let’s the public. get started!

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Industry And Art In Lakewood: Ministerial Musings: The Story of Cowan Pottery The Prophetic Voice by Amy Kloss by John Tamilio, III Almost 100 years ago in When people hear the phrase “the tions. Look at the Lakewood, R. Guy Cowan founded prophetic voice” they often think of genocide unfold- what would become one of the pre- “prophecy”: predicting the future, ing in Darfur, Sudan. mier art pottery companies in the soothsaying, Ouija boards, runes, Tarot Look at the global sex- United States. Nearly a century later, cards, palm reading, and the like. From slave trade that sends students at Grant Elementary School a biblical perspective, prophecy has to women and children into forced pros- researched the story of Cowan Pottery do with far more than this. titution — even here, in the land of the and created art of their own. A class The concept of the prophetic voice free! Look at the plethora of countries of second and third graders created has to do with calling institutions — be that systematically detain, torture, and a documentary film for which they they secular or sacred — “to do jus- execute the innocent…or the guilty for were widely acclaimed and won local researched historical documents, did tice, and to love kindness, and to walk that matter. and national awards. The staff grew interviews and site visits, made maps humbly with your God,” in the words Are we, who live in relative com- to 35 employees, producing 175,000 and timelines and wrote the script and of the prophet Micah (6:8b). That fort and worship God in our nicely pieces a year by 1928. Economic diffi- musical score. all sounds well-and-good, but, more maintained sanctuaries, called to do culties beginning in 1929 affected the If you’d like to learn some fasci- often than not, when people of faith more? Ask yourself that old adage, pottery business as fewer people were nating local history and see what eight call governments or big businesses into “What would Jesus do?” I think the able to afford quality pottery. The stu- and nine-year-olds can achieve with question they are inundated with cas- answer is self-evident. dio closed in 1931. the right inspiration and guidance, tigations such as, “Don’t mix religion This is a time when the Church is The Library program on April 23 come to the Lakewood Public Library’s with politics. This has nothing to do called to act — to embody the ethic of will begin at 7 p.m. with the story of Auditorium to see “Cowan Pottery” with theology. Mind your business.” Jesus. It is not enough to pray, although Cowan’s studio, narrated by Cowan on Thursday, April 23. If you’re skep- Although I believe in a strict separa- prayer is essential. We must stand on Pottery Museum Curator Carol tical about how good a movie made by tion of Church and State, speaking the the side of the poor and the oppressed; Jacobs. Examples of the pottery will kids in elementary school could be, prophetic voice is a fundamental part of we must advocate for all people who are be on display. The museum at Rocky rest assured -- this is not the movie the nature and mission of the Church. marginalized by those who walk the cor- River Public Library holds the largest equivalent of a hand-drawn construc- Consider this: what would have been ridors of power — those who are charged publicly owned collection of Cowan tion paper turkey. the state of slavery in the United States if with the welfare of “the least of these.” Pottery in the world with hundreds “Cowan Pottery” is the fourth the abolitionist church remained silent? And so, my readers, here is my of items displayed throughout the movie made in Dina Bluemel’s class- What would have been the result of the advice: pray as if the fate of the world entrance lobby, first floor and lower room at Grant through the Lakewood Civil Rights Movement if the Church rested in God’s hands, but act as if level. Many pieces reflect the Jazz Age History Project, a collaboration skulked on the sidelines and remained it rests in yours. Only then will the and Art Deco style of the 1920’s. The between Bluemel’s students and inert? Look around the globe as well. Church truly be the Church. centerpiece of the collection is the Mazie Adams of the Lakewood His- Where would the Confessing Church “Jazz Bowl” by Viktor Schreckengost, torical Society. The project grew out be if Karl Barth and Dietrich Bonhoef- whose “Early Settler” sculpture graces of Bluemel’s desire to make learning fer did not pen the Barmen Declaration i l h o u e t t e the entrance to the Lakewood Civic S more authentic and less abstract for and levy an emphatic “No!” against the DANCE & FINE ARTS Auditorium. her students. “Reading about history Nazi regime who sacrilegiously tried In fact, it was Schreckengost’s is abstract,” she says. “It becomes real to make Adolf Hitler the head of the annual visits to her class for several when you use primary sources.” Church? Where would South Africa be years before his death in 2008 that In order to make the story of if modern day prophets like Bishop Des- stirred Bluemel’s interest in making Cowan Pottery real, students stud- mond Tutu did not call the 46 year reign Come And Meet Cowan Pottery a research subject. Hav- ied the journals of Cowan in his of Apartheid into question? There are Miss Donna ing an artist of his caliber interacting own handwriting and the notebooks watershed moments when the Church with her students made her realize that where he recorded chemical recipes needs to bellow the cry of JUSTICE as AGES 3–Adult they were capable of doing their own Ballet Hip Hop for glazes, as well as photographs, let- a siren so that the world can hear (and • • research and digging deeper into the Tap Acro ters and articles. They made maps of head) it. Remember Jesus driving the • • history right here in Lakewood. “One Jazz Breakdancing Lakewood and Rocky River to pinpoint money changers out of the Temple? • • of the lessons I want them to learn Pointe Cheerleading historical sites associated with Cowan That was a prophetic act. No, we are not is that history books are not always Pottery and constructed timelines called to be violent, but we are called to accurate,” says Bluemel. “When they 216-228-3871 to determine the sequence of events. stand on the side of that which is just no find conflicting information, how do www.silhouettedance.net They also visited the site of the Rocky matter what the consequences. they determine which is correct?” The East End West End River studio and dug up shards of pot- The present global climate is not Main Ballroom Silhouette Dance “Too” Lakewood History Project has not only tery from the yard; interviewed Bill exempt from the prophet’s admoni- 12501 Madison Ave 15641 Madison Ave allowed her students to investigate his- Cowan, Guy’s grandson; and visited tory and separate opinion from fact, the Western Reserve Historical Soci-  it’s also made connections across many ety and the Cowan Pottery Museum Lakewood Congregational Church areas of study; science, social stud- An Open and Affirming Church of the United Church of Christ in Rocky River. Along the way, they  ies, art, reading, writing, music and learned to treat historical documents technology came together during the with care and properly handle exam-  making of the documentary. ples of Cowan pottery. Many became   In 2008, the Lakewood History  collectors themselves.  Project won both state and national The history of Cowan Pottery  awards. It has allowed students to reflects the story of local industry, Corner of West Clifton Boulevard and Detroit Avenue, Lakewood expand their understanding of the 2162219555 — www.lccchurch.org which flourished in the 1920’s and community in which they live and failed during the Great Depres- sparked renewed interest in local his- sion. Cowan Pottery was founded in tory among the participating adults   Lakewood in 1913 by Guy Cowan, and the general public. Through this who began designing and producing innovative program, the Lakewood a variety of pottery and ceramic tiles. Historical Society furthered its mis- In 1917, he closed the studio to serve sion to preserve and interpret the in the war, and in 1920, he re-opened history of our community and inspired in Rocky River. The studio prospered, a new generation of history learners. producing unique art works as well as The Cowan Pottery program will commercial items such as vases, bowls, begin at 7 p.m. on April 23 in the bookends, candlesticks and lamps. Lakewood Public Library’s Audito- Cowan Pottery’s ceramic sculptures rium, 15425 Detroit Avenue.

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Lakewood Home Fair Expo - April 25 Remodel Your Kitchen And Bath Without Breaking The Bank by Maggie Fraley and ceramic tiles. An even more afford- It’s not surprising that two of the able choice is laminate, which is easy to most popular rooms for home make- install yourself and comes in a variety overs are the kitchen and bathroom. of colors and styles. Bringing Lakewood home-related When potential homebuyers are Faucets and Sinks—Add a fresh Saturday, April 25 resources & businesses searching for homes, they generally are new look by replacing your sink and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. together to serve the needs of more attracted to homes with updated faucet with a high-arched spout in an Lakewood homes & Harding Middle School kitchens and baths. These same rooms updated finish, such as brushed nickel, the residents who care for them. rank high in return on remodel- brushed chrome or stainless steel. Brought to you by: Madison Avenue Merchant 16608 Hilliard Rd. ing investment at resale, according to Backsplash—Another option Assoc., Lakewood Recreation Department, Remodeling Magazine’s Cost-vs-Value to modernize your kitchen’s look is Admission is free & The Lakewood Observer 2008-09 Study. adding a backsplash. But rather than Lakewood community resources are joining efforts like never before to bring However, both can be pricey ven- having ceramic tiles, consider creat- you the Lakewood Home Fair Expo. This event has been put together with the tures. According to the same study, ing a mosaic with ceramic or glass or Lakewood resident in mind. It’s your one-stop shop for home-related needs and the national average for minor kitchen install a faux backsplash panel. information that’s free and convenient! remodel was $21,246. A sample remodel Window treatments—Switch out Exhibitor Door Prizes & Booth Raffle Sampling: at this cost includes replacing cabinet older valances with options that let the • $1,000 Lennox Healthy Climate® humidifier, whole-home filtration system, fronts, flooring, laminate countertops natural light in. & germicidal lights with install from Slife Heating & Cooling; and oven and cooktop; installing mid- Lighting—By adding under cabi- • $500 Rigid® 8-Piece Cordless Drill Set from Lakewood Hardware; priced sink and faucet, adding wall net lights or even track lighting, you • $500 Gift Certificate for Imperial Home Center bath & kitchen products; cover and repainting trim. can create a dramatic look to your • Intel Dual Core 2.0GHz desktop computer with LCD monitor by BGE Technologies; The national average for a mid- kitchen. • $150 Interior design/home staging consultation from Metropolitan Homestaging; range bathroom remodel was $15,899, Bathroom • Many more valued at $100 or less. which included replacing fixtures, Paint—As with the kitchen, a new Additional sample of participating home-related businesses: installing a porcelain-on-steel tub, new coat of paint is a low-cost way to renew LW3 Carpentry LLC William E. Donnelly Heating & shower and ceramic tile flooring. a room’s look. Choose a warm color to Reliable Construction Cooling If you’re like many consumers give the room an intimate feel. Squires Roofing Gorski Garage Doors & Openers today, you are more budget conscious Showerheads—Change out old Wright Renovations & Kitchens Miracle Method and may not be able to afford thou- showerheads with a new rain shower- McGuire Painting Rowe Roofing sands of dollars on a remodeling head. Sherwin-Williams John Rehner Fine Art & Framing project. Here are some alternatives that Shower Doors – If you still use 50 exhibitors total! will give your kitchen and bathroom a shower curtains for your bathtub, you Booth space still available. Pick up Exhibitor Information & Registration Form fresh, modern look without breaking can update the look by installing glass at Lakewood Hardware, 16608 Madison Ave. Booths start at just $25. your piggy bank. doors. Frameless doors are preferable. Special Giveaways: Kitchen However, if the walls aren’t flush to the tub area, framed doors will still give you • Introducing for the first time ever, the Madison Avenue Business Directory, lists Cabinets—Give your cabinets the modernized look you’re seeking. Madison Ave.’s 250 businesses. Brought to you by The Lakewood Observer & MAMA. a fresh look by either refinishing or Hardware—Just as with the • The Lakewood Library doggie bones! Wipe out your outstanding library fines just refacing the fronts at a more economi- kitchen, replacing the knobs and han- by handing over one of these. Doggie bone donated to the Lakewood Animal Shelter. cal cost than buying new ones. You can even take the center face out and install dles can give your vanity a fresh new Demonstrations & Presentations: a glass front. appearance. • In our Green Corner, LEAF will be demonstrating vermi-composting and Hardware—Replacing your cabi- Lighting and Mirrors—In addi- a seed planting activity for the kids. GreenSmart Gifts and EcoLakewood will be net knobs and drawer pulls, can give tion to the vanity, the lighting and showcasing some green products for your home. your kitchen an entirely new look. mirrors above that area can combine • Residents will be sharing their own rain barrels and reel lawn mowers. Paint—A fresh coat of paint is to make the perfect focal piece for your • Cleveland Restoration Society will give advice on how to troubleshoot always a sure bet. And it is one of the bathroom. If changing the vanity is not exterior paint problems. least expensive ways to give a room a in your budget, consider swapping out Participating Lakewood Organizations: makeover. To further transform the your unframed glass for a more deco- Lakewood Historical Society room, choose more modern hues, such rative mirror and add a new lighting Cleveland Restoration Society as a warm yellow or deep red. fixture. Lakewood City Heritage Advisory Board Countertops—The price of natu- You don’t have to spend thou- Lakewood City Community Development ral quartz or stone countertops can sands of dollars to add pizzazz to your Keep Lakewood Beautiful quickly eat away your kitchen remod- kitchen or bath. Just changing one or Lakewood Earth and Food Community (LEAF) eling budget. Less expensive, yet still two elements can make a huge differ- The Lakewood Library attractive alternatives are solid surface ence in its appeal to you and a potential The Lakewood Observer materials such as Silestone® or granite buyer down the road. Madison Avenue Merchant Association (MAMA) EcoLakewood ***NOW YOU CAN*** Make it a Lakewood Day! 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