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Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 9 • Issue 11 November 2017 The Kickoff: Kickball with Cops Recap Kickball with Cops. The kickball game in- Collinwood & Nottingham Villages Devel- cluded Memorial School students’ grades opment Corporation. 5-8 playing against Cleveland Police 5th The event had food, music, and lawn District. games. We also had a 50/50 raffle and bake The students of Memorial School tried sale. A Memorial School teacher was the to take the win, but the cops of 5th Dis- winner of the 50/50 raffle; she decided to trict Police Station won the Championship donate her winnings back to support the Game with a score of 12-4. Although Me- cause. Proceeds from the raffle and bake morial School didn’t win the trophy, all of sale will be donated to the victims of Hur- the students, staff and administration had a ricane Maria great time. Kickball with Cops was supported by Ward 8 Councilman Polensek, teachers & students of Memorial School, and 5th District Police Officers group “This was a great event and a great way to Ward 8 Councilman Michael Polensek, photo break the barriers between police and the Cuyahoga County Councilman Anthony Collinwood & Nottingham Villages Devel- velopment Corp kicked off the “Kicking it community” says 5th District Commander Hairston, Cleveland Police 5th District, City opment Corporation with Cops” program with Kickball with Sammy Morris. “These types of activities of Cleveland Community Relations Board “There is nothing like an old-school game Cops on Saturday September 30, 2017 at will create not only a better relationship and Cleveland Neighborhood Progress. of neighborhood kickball.” Collinwood & Humphrey Park. This year, we teamed up with the community and police, but will Nottingham Villages Development Corp with Memorial School (410 E. 152 Street ultimately cultivate a safer environment in partnership with St. Clair Superior De- Cleveland, Oh 44110) to participate in explains Jamar Doyle, Acting Director of Legendary Collinwood High School Coach Bill Kronik Honored The Legendary Collinwood High School football coach from 1970 through 1973 and funded by Councilman Mike Polensek, at Coach, Bill Kronik, was inducted into the became Collinwood’s Head Baseball Coach Collinwood High School, which included Greater Cleveland Slow Pitch Hall of Fame in 1970. Moving forward in his career, he recreation and enrichment programs for all this October. Bill is also a member of the was named Collinwood’s Athletic Director ages. Councilman Polensek, who’s known Northeast Ohio Baseball Coaches Hall of in 1980. He worked tirelessly during his Coach Kronik throughout the years stated, Fame inducted in 2011. Mr. Kronik grew tenure for his kids and the school, often “Bill Kronik demonstrated time and time up in the St. Jerome’s area around E. 149th giving up his own time to help a student in again that he cared for all the students as and Lakeshore Boulevard and is a proud need or to personally make sure the schools Collinwood High School. Bill symbolizes graduate of Collinwood High School and concession stand was stocked for home commitment and concern, and only rein- the University of Dayton. basketball games by shopping himself for forces the old saying, ‘Once a Railroader, Coach Kronik began his 33 yr. teaching refreshments. always a Railroader.’” career at John Adams in 1965 before be- Bill has been a Supervisor for the Neigh- We wish Bill the best in all his future en- coming a well-respected member of Collin- borhood Leadership Institute/Schools as deavors. Congratulations from the Greater wood High School’s Teaching and Coach- Neighborhood Resources, for over 20 years Collinwood community! ing Staff in 1970, working under Principal and he worked 3 nights per week oversee- Bill Martin. Mr. Kronik was an assistant ing a school-community initiative partially Empty Bowls

by kimberley hanford-galippo a spoon and linen, a slice of freshly made is simple: Potters and other craftspeople, For more information go to: http://www. On Thursday, December 1, 2017, Ginn bread and a cookie. Please come to the educators and others work with the com- emptybowls.net/ Academy will hold its fifth annual Empty Ginn Academy from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM to munity to create handcrafted bowls. Guests This fundraiser has been organized by Bowls fundraiser to directly support the support this important cause for those in are invited to a simple meal of soup and Judy Rickel, ceramics teacher at the Ginn Cleveland Food bank. For a $10 donation, need in Northeast Ohio. bread. In exchange for a cash donation, Academy. you will receive a handmade bowl, created Helping to Feed People in Need: Empty guests are asked to keep a bowl as a remind- For more information, please call 216- by a member of the Ginn Academy ceram- Bowls is an international grassroots effort er of all the empty bowls in the world. The 8384466. ics program. Along with your bowl you to fight hunger and was created by The money raised is donated to an organization will also receive a cup of homemade soup, Imagine Render Group. The basic premise working to end hunger and food insecurity. Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 9 • Issue 11 November 2017 November 2017 The Collinwood Observer Volume 9 • Issue 11 Page 3

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Councilman’s Corner COMMUNITY MEETINGS Get to know a zoo vet tech turned fabricator: A Q&A with David D’Souza by Michael D. ever, due to the help of new Executive Di- Polensek rector at NSDC, CNP, outside funders, the COLLINWOOD HOMEOWNERS MEETING 1st Wednesday of the month The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news City’s Department of Economic Develop- source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local 7:00 PM ment, and this councilman, the project is business dedicated to the development of grass roots We had a great Oc- St Mary Church media and increased connectedness of the citizens, tober and hopefully back up and running. I, like all of you, look 15519 Holmes Avenue civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in the rest of the Au- forward to the completion and opening of and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. MyCOM MEETING tumn season will this critical project for our community. 1st Thursday of the Month be like we enjoyed Work on the new O. H. Perry Elemen- THE COLLINWOOD OBSERVER 5:30 PM TH in October. tary School is well underway and I am sur- Salvation Army Temple Corp 650 E. 185 STREET 17625 Grovewood Avenue My sincere prised to see how fast the building is going David welding Chicken feet pots A cart CLEVELAND, OH 44119 appreciation for all those who volunteered up. Let’s hope the weather stays relatively EAST 185th STREET NEIGHBORHOOD Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. for our two neighborhood Halloween mild to allow work to continue on this ASSOCIATION All rights reserved. Any reproduction is events at the Collinwood Recreation Cen- important elementary school throughout 2nd Tuesday of the Month 6:00 PM forbidden without written permission. ter and the 5th District Police Headquar- the winter. Once it is completed, all of the Lithuanian Hall PUBLISHER ters. These are always great events for our CMSD elementary schools in the Collin- 877 East 185th Street – next to Post Office John Copic, [email protected] kids. My sincere appreciation as well to the wood and Nottingham neighborhoods will Staff at the Recreation Center and to Com- have been rebuilt. DEMOCRATIC WARD CLUB ADVERTISING 2nd Wednesday of the Month John Copic, 216.505.0185 mander Morris and his Officers for helping My congratulations to St Jeromes, VASJ, (September to June) to make these events fun and memorable. St Marys, St Casimer and Holy Redeemer 6:30 PM WRITERS: Bob Payne, Pat Brady, Matthew A lot has happened since my last report. on their successful clambakes this fall. St Collinwood Slovenian Home Orgovan, Gina M. Tabasso, Rita Kingsbury, Five more abandoned and derelict struc- Mary’s Fall Festival is coming up on Sun- 15810 Holmes Avenue PRESIDENT: Councilman Polensek A cutting board David with a gorilla at The Los Angeles Zoo The two red dogs Fr. Joseph Fortuna, Pastor, V. McGraw, Joe tures have been removed and we are up to day, November 19. Please support all of Valencic, Rina Catena, Nan Kennedy, Heidi 230 for the year with more in the pipeline. our churches, institutions and groups who FRIENDS OF COLLINWOOD RECREATION Shenk, Melissa Gleeson, Peter Brown, by Gina M. Tabasso ing. I recently started Red Dogs Crafts, and visualize in my mind and having to physi- dustry. As a result of this action, plus the fact that work on behalf of our community. Any 2nd Thursday of the Month Michael D. Polensek, Allison Lukacsy, Gail What do you do for a living? I’m actually a I currently only have an Etsy website as a cally take the steps to make it materialize What is your personal philosophy? I’ve individuals are purchasing vacant proper- church or neighborhood institution having 6:15 PM Greenberg, Erica Marks, John Horton, Collinwood Recreation Center veterinary technician at the zoo in Los An- marketing tool. I do plan on becoming a to as close a rendition of what I see in my never been asked this question before so Courtney DeSchepper, Nicole English, Julia ties for rehabilitation or yard expansion, we an event- get us your information to my of- 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard geles. I’ve always been an animal lover, and vendor at a few local flea markets here in mind’s eye. I feel that many people love I’ll have to think of one now. I think of DiBaggio, Marilyn Ottato, Sr. Madeline are seeing property values not only stabi- fice and we can help promote your event or I’ve worked with animals since I was 16. Los Angeles to see if I can find a target au- certain things but always feel that they’re life as a journey that is based on choices or Muller, Susan Brandt, Laurie Henrichsen, lize but starting to appreciate. That is good activities throughout the year. 5th DISTRICT COMMUNITY RELATIONS It’s such an exciting and often dangerous dience for my style of fabrication. I plan on unattainable either because it’s too diffi- decisions. Every decision we make has an Marguerite DiPenti news for our neighborhood. Let’s keep the Don’t forget that there is a General Elec- MEETING 3rd Wednesday of the month job that it keeps me sharp and motivated. attending a few shows to get some ideas of cult, it’s too much work or they just can’t effect on the direction that our life takes. momentum going into the next year. tion on Tuesday, November 7 for not only PHOTOGRAPHY: John Copic, Liz Copic, 6:00 PM Every day is an adventure. I would honestly what other fabricators are doing out there. figure out how to do it. I love figuring out If we make good decisions early in life, we Talk about momentum, 2018 will be Mayor but Judicial Races, County and Collinwood Five Points Community Center do it for free, but luckily it pays enough for I love seeing new ideas and techniques be- how to do new stuff. That is what inspires are started on a path to success or happi- Stephen Love, Sarah Gyorki East 152 Street except for: a critical year for both of our neighbor- Statewide issues as well as local Ward 8 me to enjoy my other hobbies. cause it motivates me to learn more. and motivates me. ness. I realized the consequences of my May (Murtis Taylor), hood development corporations (CDC’s); and Ward 10 Council races. You have all The views and opinions expressed in this July (St Clair Superior Dev Corp), How and why did you get into welding, How did you learn to do this? I’m 100-per- What do you do when you aren’t working decisions in my late 20s and it was at that publication are those of each writer, and not Collinwood Nottingham (CNVDC) and heard the old saying “that you get the gov- October (Cleveland Job Corps Annual Dinner), art and making? Speaking of my other cent self-taught in everything that I do. I’ve or making art? Whenever I have free time I point that I started in the direction that I’m those of the publisher, editor or any other entity. Northeast Shores (NSDC). Both have seen ernment you deserve.” That saying is more November (Glenville Rec Ctr.) hobbies, many of them center around mo- never taken classes, had a mentor or worked spend my time pursuing my other hobbies. headed now. My philosophy would prob- The Collinwood Observer is powered by: major changes, some good and some bad. true today than ever before in this country. EAST 156th STREET NEIGHBORHOOD torsports. I’ve always enjoyed building fast in the industry to have someone show me Typically, I’m out in the deserts of Southern ably be something along the lines that life However, I finally feel that the community We only need to look to Washington to ASSOCIATION cars, trucks and bikes. Welding is a neces- the ropes. I believe I’m a fast learner in any- California riding my dirt bikes or drag rac- is a constant test of your character. If you is becoming more and more aware of just understand that. On Tuesday, September 3rd Thursday of the month sary skill in fabricating many high-perfor- thing that I do, and I also know that I learn ing my cars. I think the feeling of being on make good choices based on good charac- how important these two groups really are 12th, Primary Election Day, only 13% of 6:00 PM mance parts and “one of” custom setups; best when I do things on my own by mak- two wheels ripping through our beautiful ter you’ll be on the path to success and hap- to our ward. Remember, the City, nor the registered voters in Cleveland cast their Collinwood Recreation Center 16300 Lakeshore Boulevard so, I had to pick up welding both MIG ing mistakes and doing my own research landscape gives me the exhilaration that piness in whatever you pursue. Mayor, nor the Councilman are develop- ballots. When 87% of the registered voters and TIG along the way. Once I immersed on different techniques. Nowadays, with I’m constantly chasing. I also enjoy spend- Anything that I missed? The two red dogs? ers. We look to the CDC’s, who are sepa- didn’t vote, they abdicated their basic right EAST 140TH STREET NEIGHBORHOOD To submit a story, go to www.collinwoodobserver. myself in the metal fabrication hobby It the Internet and YouTube there isn’t any- ing time outdoors at the beach with my two Ah, my babies. “ShyAnne” and her daugh- rate corporations, to partner with private to a small number of individuals city-wide. ASSOCIATION com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on quickly developed into a real passion and thing that you cannot learn online. Heck, dogs and my girlfriend. Sometimes, I just ter “Lil Cheese.” These are my two red dogs. individuals, non-profits, businesses and Remember, whoever is elected this time for 4TH Wednesday of the Month Submit Story, and start writing. (March to November) from it my creative side started to blossom. there’s even YouTube videos on how to do love my family time staying home with my A mom and daughter pair that have been developers to do just that. Our two CDC’s Mayor and Council will preside over the 6:00 PM What types of items do you design and cardiac surgery for that first timer doing a girlfriend and the dogs just relaxing. part of my life for the last 15 years. Shy- Next deadline: November 25, 2017 are funded by the City, private founda- Council ward redistricting, once again. We Collinwood Five Points Community Center make? I typically design and create indus- valve replacement. LOL. My usual mode of What advice do you have for makers? Anne has been by my side through thick tions and this councilman for most of their all know what we faced last time. We need East 152 Street You can mail your stories to the Collinwood trial-style items, as well as a few more deli- action is to buy the tool first then figure out My advice is that you can go as far in this and thin and good and bad. It’s amazing general operations. It would be an under- strong and committed leadership at City Observer office at 650 E. 185th Street, CLEVELAND CITY COUNCIL cate things. Custom tables are my favorite how it works and then practice until I’m hobby/profession as you choose. It’s all de- how having a strong bond with your dogs statement to say that the city and my office Hall. That is a given. Cleveland, OH 44119. Monday night at 7:00 PM along with mobile carts and other heavy proficient at it or at least achieve the end pendent on the effort that you put into it. I can keep you positive through so many dif- have been happy with the performance of I urge all concerned citizens to remem- Please note – this is a public and an open items. Almost everything I design incor- results that I can be proud of. would advise anyone starting in the hobby ficult times in life. These two are a part of meeting but does not take public commentary either group over the last year. However, ber all those who have given their lives so porates a blend of heavy steel and wood. I What artists, designers or makers do you to take classes first. I think this would set everything I do. Hence, I decided to name with recent staff changes, more neighbor- that we can have the right to vote. Don’t sit Any questions about these meetings particularly like building butcher block or most admire? I like Kevin Caron’s work. I you up with a good fundamental founda- the fabrication shop after them as they are a hood participation, and the engagement of on the sidelines – become a stakeholder in please feel free to call farmhouse-style slabs and mounting them think he’s very practical and down to earth tion which would expose you to the dif- part of everything I build. I’m glad to have Cleveland Neighborhood Progress (CNP), our community and in our city. Anyone Mary Louise Jesek Daley, on industrial steel frames. I like playing with his techniques. He’s also a wealth of ferent techniques, tools and options out my workshop at home because it allows me Councilman Polensek’s office, (216) 664-4236 a city non-profit group whose sole purpose needing an absentee ballot or poll informa- with different wood finishes such as epoxy knowledge and experience; so, I respect there which would then allow you to make to spend time with my two dogs while I’m is to provide guidance and help to CDC’s tion can call the Board of Elections at (216) resins. I feel that wood has a warm, deep his abilities and his work because he’s con- intelligent choices going forward with the building stuff. I take lots of breaks to play across the city, they are both now poised to 443-8683 or visit their website at www. beauty that is brought to light if the correct stantly learning like the rest of us. He’s also hobby. Being that I’m self-taught, I feel that ball with them and build cool dog toys to get back to business; and, that is to provide [email protected]. The polls open finishing technique is used. on the WeldingWeb forum where I met I’ve gone around in circles a few times and keep them occupied. In return, they only development and job creation activities. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 7, at BLESSED THANKSGIVING. How do you market or sell your creations? HGR for the first time; so, he adds to the would have wasted less time had I gained ask for more of my attention, and treats, Stay tuned for future major announce- 6:30 AM and remain open till 7:30 PM. Sincerely yours, Do you attend shows? I haven’t focused on knowledge base, as do many other experi- the experience a class provides. Also, if which I am always glad to give. Gina M. ments and developments. Hope to see you there. Michael D. Polensek the marketing or selling aspect too much enced guys. you can work in the industry do so, even Tabasso, marketing communications spe- As I reported last month, the City Law May you and yours have a HAPPY AND Councilman, Ward 8 until recently. This is still mainly a hobby, What inspires you? I think I’m inspired by as a volunteer. It’s invaluable the skill you cialist, HGR Industrial Surplus, www. Department has reached out to the US and and I’m constantly learning and improv- the challenge of creating something that I develop by immersing yourself into the in- hgrinc.com Ohio EPA with regard to the former Na- Fresh Food Fast tional Acme Site at East 131 Street and Coit Fresh Food Fast Road. As of this writing we have received NoNo MSG no word of any official action forthcoming VegetarianVegetarian Friendly Freindly to address this critical property and the in- FRESH MEXICAN GRILL Fresh Cut Landscaping herent issues at the site. 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Community Community Serve Your Community Join Our Street Cleanup for Lake Erie - Fall into Exciting Programs at the Kicking it with Cops: Cooking with Board Saturday November 4th! Collinwood Library! Cops by Carly Lovely and a personally significant financial con- by Kiaira Jefferson 1 Collinwood—1 Community “Keeping On It is time once tribution to the organization. Fall into Exciting Programs at Collinwood Track for All” again to prepare Board of Directors must be active dues- Library! Collinwood Community Conversation for Northeast paying members of NSDC in good stand- Collinwood Branch Library By Caroline Peak, Manager-CPL-Collinwood Shores Develop- ing. There are numerous rewards to serv- 856 East 152nd St, Cleveland, OH 44110 Branch ment Corpora- ing on the NSDC Board and by becoming 216-623-6934 On Wednesday, October 25th from 11:00am- tion’s Annual more involved, your efforts will be directly [email protected] 1:00pm, at the Collinwood Library in collabo- Meeting Directors translated into the improvement of North YOUTH PROGRAMS: ration with the Diversity Center of Northeast elections.Please save-the-date for the NSDC Collinwood. With your help, North Col- Kids Café Ohio hosted its first 1 Collinwood-1 Com- Annual Meeting on Tuesday, January 16th, linwood will be a better place to live, work, In collaboration with the Cleveland Food munity “Keeping On Track for All” Commu- 2018 at 6pm at the Collinwood Recreation and visit. Bank, Kids’ Café is now back in action! nity Conversation. Twenty three community Center. If you wish to serve on the Board of Monday – Friday 3:30pm-4:30pm members, including six students from Col- After the annual report presentation Directors, please send a letter of inter- FREE Tutoring in All subjects: Grades K – 8 linwood New Tech Academy, discussed three and updated organizational bylaws vote, est to Northeast Shores by November 30, Free one-on-one and/or group tutoring and questions: elections will be held for vacant seats and 2017. Please include your name, address, homework help offered in partnership with 1. What can we do to make this community expired board terms. Northeast Shores is preferred phone and email and your rela- Cleveland State University’s America Reads and the library a “destination”? seeking representation from both residents tionship to the neighborhood (resident, tutoring services. 2. What can we do to build a community and business institutions for the upcoming business owner, etc) and a brief description Monday – Thursday 3:00pm – 6:00pm that is equitable and inclusive? election. of your interests in serving on the NSDC It’s always fun to jump up and celebrate keeping litter out of Lake Erie! Dia de los Muertos Celebration 3. What can we do to have young people ap- Experience or interest in real estate, Board and your work and volunteer experi- Celebrate the Day of the Dead with face preciate and stay in the neighborhood? by Stephen Love and East 156th Street. Gloves, bags, rakes and marketing, law, and/or finance is beneficial ence. This information will be shared pub- painting and crafting papel picado banners During the conversation many participants, Join your neighbors and community volun- trash pickers will be provided. However, you but all community stakeholders are en- licly in a packet distributed to NSDC mem- while you learn about this cultural event. including Councilman Polensek and County teers for our final street cleanup of 2017 Sat- are welcome to bring your own. We will have couraged to apply. bers prior to voting at the Annual Meeting. Thursday, November 2nd 4:30pm-5:30pm Council Member, Yvonne Conwell, Camille urday November 4th at 10am! coffee and other refreshments Being a member of the Board of Direc- For questions and to submit your letter Cleveland Museum of Art-In Your Neigh- Maxwell, ED of NSDC and others listened Why a Street Cleanup? Volunteers under 18 are required to have a tors requires a commitment including but of interest via e-mail or USPS, please con- borhood and shared ideas and point of views. How to Every time it rains, litter from our streets parent or guardian complete the sign in regis- not limited to: attending board meetings tact: Carly Lovely (Marginian), Project Co- The Cleveland Museum of Art is coming to make both neighborhoods ONE and ways to makes it way into our storm sewers and our tration and volunteers under 13 are required held monthly on the third Tuesday; active ordinator, Northeast Shores Development the Collinwood Library to make art with you! inform citizens of county and/or community storm sewers outflow either directly into to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. involvement in at least one of our commit- Corporation E: CMarginian@northeasts- We will be exploring peace while you get to resources and programs , make the library Lake Erie or into creeks and tributaries. If it Need motivation? tees, which meet monthly; active participa- hores.org 216-481-7660 Mailing Address: create a scroll! At the end of the program your bigger, share resources and make our com- is on the ground, chances are it will make it All volunteers will receive a coupon good for by Collinwood & Nottingham Villages De- Cooking with Cops is a community din- tion in neighborhood activities and events; 317 E. 156th Street Cleveland, OH 44110 scroll will be displayed at the Cleveland Mu- munity more youth friendly were just a few into our water. Let’s do our part to keep trash one half off the purchase of a drink and meal velopment Corporation ner party in which everyone plays a role seum of Art on MLK day and you will also of the feedback given. “This is a great start out of our waterways! item from Chili Peppers Restaurant (869 East Collinwood & Nottingham Villages De- and everyone belongs. Community mem- receive a free art kit! and I would like to have more of these kinds The Details: 185th Street). Please be sure to thank owner velopment Corp in partnership with St. bers and police officers will share a meal, Thursdays, November 9th, 30th, & of conversations”, stated Peggy Kearsy from Volunteers will meet outside the Collinwood Steve Newman when you stop in! Clair Superior Development Corp is still in share an experience and connect with one December 14th 2:30pm-3:30pm the 5 Points Community Center. This event Recreation Center (16300 Lakeshore Blvd.) in Questions? Contact Stephen or Dan at 216- the season of “Kicking it with Cops”. This another. Participants will be able to make a 1 Collinwood - 1 Community ADULT PROGRAMS: was followed by a special art exhibit from the parking lot at 10:00 a.m. for registration. 571-0685, [email protected] or month is time to cook some delicious food full course meal (salad, entrée, and dessert) Free Computer Classes students in Mr. Dean Bryson’s science class Cleanup teams will pick up litter along Lake- visit facebook.com/adopteuclidbeach and fill our bellies. We will be Cooking and provide dinner to our officers. “Keeping On Track for All” *Subject to be announced* displayed by Amy Callahan, ED of Waterloo shore Boulevard between Wildwood Park See you out on the street! with Cops on Thursday November 16, 2017 This event is free, family activity and Fridays, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th Arts. Manager, Caroline Peak expressed at Five Pointe Community Center 813 E. opens to the public. If you are interested Collinwood Community Conversation 11:15am-12:45pm thanks and gratitude to the group for their 152nd Street Cleveland, Ohio 44110 from in participating, please contact Kristian at Collinwood Branch Highlights! by Caroline Peak, Manager-CPL-Collin- and others listened and shared ideas and event was followed by a special art exhibit willingness to help build better communities 5:00pm-7:00pm. 216-268-2138 to get registration details. wood Branch • What can we do to make this community point of views. How to make both neigh- from students in Mr. Dean Bryson’s sci- collectively for ALL. On Wednesday, October 25th from and the library a “destination”? borhoods ONE and ways to inform citizens ence class displayed by Amy Callahan, 11:00am-1:00pm, at the Collinwood Li- • What can we do to build a community of county and/or community resources ED of Waterloo Arts. Manager, Caroline brary in collaboration with the Diversity that is equitable and inclusive? and programs , make the library bigger, Peak expressed thanks and gratitude to the Center of Northeast Ohio hosted its first • What can we do to have young people ap- share resources and make our community group for their willingness to help build St. Mary’s Collinwood Fall Festival 1 Collinwood-1 Community “Keeping On preciate and stay in the neighborhood? more youth friendly were just a few of the better communities collectively for ALL. Track for All” Community Conversation. 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Community The Candidates for Council Kathy Hlad to Be Inducted into Rescued Kittens Need Furever Home in Ward 8 Answer our Questions by monica doyle my FB page. Please send a friend request to Polka Hall of Fame Meet Cuddles & Coco Bean. They were Monica Doyle (Cleveland) and we can cor- rescued from the North Collinwood neigh- respond via private messaging. Donald Boyd’s answers running for borhood on Labor Day weekend. These 2 Cuddles’ Bio - A female orange Tabby, Councilman Polensek’s answers babies were approximately 4 weeks old at (FYI - 99.9% of orange tabbies are male!). Council in Ward 8 Dear Readers of the High School and a member of their Hall of that time, and in pretty bad shape. She’s the leader, very curious, purrs like a Collinwood Ob- Fame. I also raised five children in Collin- What do you be- most proud of the diversity of Ward 8. We Thanks to a few concerned residents who motorboat, and loves her sister Coco Bean. server wood. The thing I am most proud of our lieve the role of have a great deal of diversity in race, age, used their own funds for vet care, medi- Coco Bean’s Bio - A female Torty. She’s The publisher of the community is that the fact that we don’t councilperson religions, incomes, sexual orientations and cine, food; and their daily dedication to an introvert and a follower, inspired by her Collinwood Ob- give up. Look at the challenges and issues is in the City of other identities that both makes our com- love and socialize them in a foster home, sister to be more outgoing and playful. She server asked of me we have confronted over the years and yet it Cleveland? munity unique but also uniquely positions these 2 fur babies are thriving in every way. is also characteristically independent and the following ques- has only made us stronger and more com- First and foremost, us for innovation and success. Adoption applications are available via her own self. tions. So, here we mitted to making our community the best council members go … Thank you it can be. We, as a community don’t give up should devote Give an example of when you had to man- for your support. and I, for sure, don’t. Collinwood Counseling partners their official time age conflict? A neighbor in Ward 8 pur- to the problems of chased a basketball hoop for the children What do you believe the role of councilp- Give an example of when you had to man- with The Nature Factory, healing the ward through on her street because she was concerned erson is in the City of Cleveland? The role age conflict? You are asking me that ques- policy implementation and act as liaisons about the lack of resources for children in of the Councilperson is to represent the tion? I deal with conflict in various levels from the inside out between the city government and the resi- our community. Unfortunately, the bas- people of the 8th Ward and all citizens of everyday whether it is amongst neighbors, by Robin Phillips dents of Ward 8. Council members should ketball hoop was stolen from her yard. I Cleveland; and, to interact with residents, young people, businesses and/or individu- Collinwood Counseling and The Nature be concerned, not only with conduct of knocked on doors and engaged with com- businesses and individuals who impact als who disrespect our community. I have Factory have opened at 690 East 185th St. daily affairs, but also attend to a strategic munity residents to eventually locate the city services, public safety, education, rec- always attempted to be up front and call it Accordionist and instructor Kathy Hlad, a Col- TV’s Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchman The shared space invites you to take care of vision for future developments within the responsible parties. I talked to the young reation, job creation and economic devel- as I see it. Sometimes, people cannot ac- linwood resident, will be inducted into the National arrive from Iwa for the 54th annual Thanksgiving yourself, inside and out. ward and city. adults and had them return the hoop to Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame at the gala Polka Polka Party Weekend, hosted by Euclid’s National opment. As a public official I will put my cept that, especially if they think they are Music Awards Show in the Grand Ballroom of the Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame, Thursday, Robin Phillips is a therapist with 40 years her yard. I know that the young residents legislative, voting and attendance record justified in what they have done or said. It downtown Marriott Hotel in Cleveland on Saturday, Friday, Saturday, November 23, 24 and 25. of counseling and medical experience. She What are the top three things you’d like to should not have stolen the hoop, but I un- against anyone who has ever served in all comes down to basic respect and obey- November 25. works with individuals to help them find accomplish in this role? Three main things derstand firsthand how challenging it is City Council. I come to work every day to ing the law. Some people think they can their own path to wholeness and happiness. Robin Phillips and Denise Culberson (with satisfied that I would like to accomplish during my to want things that you don’t have the re- represent our community and the families do whatever they want regardless of how it customer) by Joe Valencic Polka Priest, Fr. Frank Perkovich. Robin works with young adults, persons in time serving Ward 8 are: sources to acquire. who live here. The Charter says I am a leg- impacts the community or their respective family roots in Creole, Oglala Sioux Na- Collinwood’s Kathy Hlad joins two other The Awards Show is the high point of the recovery and persons dealing with chronic a. Bridge the increasingly apparent di- islator; however, my biggest role is being an neighbors. Respect, decency and common tive and Africa. She became entranced by popular polka musicians to be inducted annual Thanksgiving Polka Music Week- illness. LGBTQ individuals and their fam- vides between residents of the ward. This If you were a Ward 8 tour guide, where advocate for our community. Remember, courtesy toward one another is the glue natural healing techniques and combined into the National Cleveland-Style Polka end hosted by the Polka Hall of Fame at the ily members are especially welcome. You includes racial divides, socioeconomic would you show off? Ward 8 has a full day whoever is elected this November will once that holds us together. I attempt to person- this with her gardening skills to create Hall of Fame at the annual awards ceremo- Marriott. The event was first produced by may reach Robin to set an appointment by divides and generational divides. We can of places to visit! With the challenge of tak- again preside over the ward redistricting in ally interact with all parties involved in healing products. Three generations of her ny on November 25, 2017. Accordionists radio personality Tony Petkovsek in 1963 calling 440 328 8854. only move forward together. ing them in one area, I would walk down City Council which is critical to our ward conflicts or seek outside assistance who are family have worked together for the past Kathy Hlad, Stan Blout and Frank Stanger and attracts polka entertainers and fans Denise Culberson uses the gifts of nature b. Provide increased safety for the com- East 185th Street and finish with the best 8 and the entire northeast side of the City. professionally trained to help. were voted for their lifetime achievements from the U.S. and Canada with three days to create healing skin and hair products, five years at The Nature Factory creating munity by promoting Community Polic- BBQ in Cleveland, Holland’s Bar-B-Que! original recipes for bath and body prod- in Cleveland-Style polka music by Hall of music and dancing, Thursday, Friday the natural fragrances adding to the magic. ing Efforts that have been shown through What are the top three things you’d like If you were a Ward 8 tour guide, where ucts from homegrown and locally sourced of Fame members and trustees. The an- and Saturday, November 23, 24, and 25. Denise is a lifelong creative; she is an ac- research to create safe and inclusive envi- If elected, to what topic do you think the to accomplish in this role? As the in- would you show off? I am a tour guide for food grade botanicals and minerals. You nouncement was made at the October 12 Performers include Nashville’s Joey Misku- complished jewelry maker, seamstress, hair ronments for both our safety forces and our residents would like you to give most cumbent in this upcoming term I would our community and I have several sites I can reach Denise at 216-647-3887 and membership meeting of the American Slo- lin, Jack Tady and Dick Tady, New York’s braider and artisan with leather, textiles, residents. of your attention? With the unfortunate like to complete several projects and ini- always showcase. The lakefront is the most also check out The Nature Factory on line: venian Polka Foundation in Euclid, Ohio. Frtiz’s Polka Band, the Don Wojtila Or- metal goods, beadwork and semi-precious c. Create a strong economic base through amount of crime permeating our com- tiatives which are in the pipeline: first, the obvious. I also like to showcase sites that www.facebook.com/TheNatureFactory. Kathy Hlad has performed on the dia- chestra and reigning Band of the Year, the stones. She receives inspiration from her community development within the ward. munity, the obvious answer is safety. Yet, a complete rebuilding of the Mark Tromba have been transformational such as the his- tonic accordion in the Cleveland area since Jeff Pecon Orchestra. major reason why things are not currently Pool and Playground, which legislation toric Collinwood Rail yard which became she was a teen. She has taught two genera- Dance admission Thursday and Friday is What prior career or personal experience safe is because of a lack of good paying ca- has passed Council already; second, the an abandoned industrial wasteland and tions of button-boxers. She appears with $20 per person and $10 on Saturday, includ- correlates to this position? On October reer opportunities in our community. As reconstruction of the historic Euclid Beach which has been redeemed into a shining the Button Box Divas. Frank Stanger has ing free indoor parking. 18 and under free. The Millard Fillmore 7th of this year, my wife and I will celebrate councilman, I will focus on both sides of pier ; and, third, the streetscape project example of commercial and industrial re- been a popular bandleader for more than Awards Show tickets are $25 each. Save 11 wonderful years of marriage with two this issue as a first order of business. for East 185th Street and St Clair Avenue. development. How about the Collinwood fifty years. The Doylestown, Ohio, native with a Weekend Polka Pass – the Awards beautiful children that we have chosen to In addition, I want to work more closely Recreational Center, the first Gold LEED is a three-time Musician of the Year. Stan Show and three dances are only $60 per Presidential Library homeschool. I graduated from culinary If you could have dinner and an evening with CMSD on a comprehensive gameplan certified building in the city, where we took Blout has led a well-known polka band and person. For dance and show tickets, call the school in 2001. Over the past 16 years, I of conversation with any person, alive or for both Collinwood and Glenville High an abandoned big box store and turned it recording artist in Cleveland and Califor- Polka Hall of Fame, (216) 261-FAME, toll- have been an executive and personal chef dead, who would it be and why? Collin- Schools. Furthermore, I want to work at into an award winning facility? I like to nia since the 1960s. He is best known for free (866) 66-POLKA, or polkashop@aol. for a number of high profile organizations, wood’s own, former Mayor, Governor and getting more neighborhood residents and show off many of our schools such as Ginn “Waltz of Love.” com. clients and everyday people. This career US Senator George Voinovich. His insight businesses involved in both of our local de- Academy, where I am a Board Member and Two all-time Cleveland-Style hits were Reserve rooms at the Downtown Mar- 15617 Waterloo Rd, Cleveland, OH 44110 path is so much more than what happens in as to the historical perspectives of our ward velopment corporations, which have gone where young men at risk are given a second also chosen by voters. “Slovenian Home riott Hotel through Kollander Travel at a the kitchen and I believe that the conversa- can be examined in order to chart a bet- through major changes recently and need chance to excel in life and to “Be some- Polka” was written by Kenny Bass and special rate of $105 per room-night, includ- November 2017 Events tions had over meals with one another are ter way forward towards prosperity for all more community engagement and partici- body.” What about our residential neigh- Eddie Habat. “Riverboat Polka” was made ing free indoor parking, (216) 692-1000, often the most rich. residents. pation. borhoods and our historic churches and popular by Eddie Habat. Both songs be- toll-free (800) 800-5981, or kwt@kollander. Mondays other landmarks? Ward 8 is home to many came hits around 1950. The New Song com. Rick Gleason Jazz Night Every Week How long have you been a Cleveland resi- What book are you currently reading? The What prior career or personal experience wonderful institutions and organizations. I of the Year was also announced, “Happy The Polka Hall of Fame and Museum was dent and what is one thing you are proud 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene correlates to this position? Obviously, enjoy being a cheerleader for our neighbor- Polka Day” by Milwaukee bandleader Mike founded in 1987 by musicians and leaders Tuesdays of about our community? I have lived on being a full-time councilman and heavily hood. Lolley the Trolley knows me well. Schneider. of Slovenian and ethnic organizations. Bert Plays Guitar Every Week Cleveland’s East side my entire life. I am engaged in this community, has given me a The Board of Trustees added five names The Cleveland style of polka has roots in great perspective on not only our challeng- If elected, to what topic do you think the to the Polka Hall of Fame Honor Roll. Slovenian folk music with influences from Wednesdays es and needs but our assets and strengths. residents would like you to give most of Mikey Dee is a bandleader and entertainer country and western, jazz, Tin Pan Alley Open Mic is always on the 1st and 3rd Ward 8 is a very unique community. It is your attention? Based on phone calls and based in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Bob and other nationality sounds. Councilman Polensek’s answers Wednesdays of the month (continued) racially, ethnically and culturally diverse emails into my office daily, the two highest Doszak is a Joliet bandleader and major The museum features audio exhibits, and that is something we must continue priorities are housing code enforcement, ie. historic leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther Jokingly, when do I have time to read be- force behind the Illinois Polka Fest. Drum- photographs and original instruments Thursdays to nurture and be very proud of. I know demolition and/or rehabilitation of aban- King Jr., Pres. John F. Kennedy, Mother sides the Collinwood Observer? Between mer Harry Faint has led a Cleveland band tracing the Cleveland-style polka to its how city hall operates and I know how to doned properties et cetera, and issues per- Rick Gleeson Trio the 2nd Theresa, and most world leaders and scien- emails and phone calls, I am lucky to read since the 1960s. Accordion-player Linda origins in Slovenia in the late 1800s. The get things done – as difficult as that may taining to public safety such as basic police tists. One can only imagine the conversa- my personal mail. However, I just picked Hochevar leads Cleveland’s Magic Buttons Hall of Fame portrait gallery pays tribute Mother Wart the 30th be at times. It is about building working patrol, community policing and response tion to be had and knowledge that could be up the autobiography of my dear late ensemble. Ray Somich is a musician and to significant musicians and individuals. relationships with people, institutions and time. These, along with other “quality of Fridays learned about human nature. friend, The Honorable Louis Stokes, called promotes polka music on his radio station, The archive preserves 5,000 Slovenian and organizations. My record in public office life” issues are critical areas that I will con- The Gentleman from Ohio. It looks to be WINT, in northeast Ohio. Cleveland-style recordings, dating back a The Original Waysiders the 3rd speaks for itself. tinue to focus on because they affect neigh- good reading. The 30th annual National Cleveland- century. Each year members nominate and Madison Crawl the 10th What book are you currently reading? borhood growth and stability. Style Polka Hall of Fame awards ceremony vote for polka musicians and achievers in Cuyahuga the 17th How long have you been a Cleveland resi- takes place on Saturday afternoon, Novem- ten categories, including from orchestra, dent and what is one thing you are proud If you could have dinner and an evening ber 25, 2017, 2:00, in the Grand Ballroom album and musician of the year. Kiss me Dealdy the 24th of about our community? I have lived here of conversation with any person, alive or of the Downtown Marriott Hotel on Cleve- The National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall Saturdays Editors Note all my life. I was born in Glenville on East dead, who would it be and why? Without land’s Public Square. This year’s all-star of Fame and Museum is located at 605 East 120 Street and have lived in Collinwood on a doubt the Good Lord himself, however, Collinwood Observer would like to extend our deepest stage show, “Polka Road Trip,” features 222nd Street in Euclid, Ohio, in the his- Vinyl Night the 4th Darley off East 140th Street, Clearaire Road, I actually pray to him each evening before TV’s Barefoot Becky, Minnesota’s Singing toric former Euclid City Hall. Hours are apologies for the misprint in the October paper. The headline for Swap Meet the 11th East 169 Street, East 187th Street and now bed; outside of him, probably my great Slovenes, and Canada’s Polka King Walter Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Donald Boyd’s answers to our questions should have been Ward 8 on Brian Avenue, off of Nottingham Road. grandparents. I always wondered what Ostanek, among other entertainers. The 11:00 to 4:00. Admission is free. Polka re- Silver Strings Band the 18th and not Ward 5. We have corrected our online edition and apologized I own my home. I attended Nottingham motivated them to come to America with stage orchestra is directed by Tom Mrocz- cordings are on sale in the museum store. to Mr. Boyd. All shows start between 8pm - 9pm and Hannah Gibbons elementary schools virtually nothing except a dream. Besides ka. A Polka Mass follows with Minnesota’s and I am a proud graduate of Collinwood them, my list would be very long to include

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We Give Catholic at OLL Some of the students were examining the area Students were looking in the soil for critters. In this season of Thanksgiving, it’s impor- and bad. That’s why, at the end of Novem- around a big tree. tant to take time to remember what gifts ber, we are happy to participate in the We we’ve been given, and how we can share Give Catholic online day of giving. On No- by Marilyn Ottato with construction paper. They will pick them. At Our Lady of the Lake, we’re com- vember 28, we take 24 hours to recognize all The fifth graders are studying ecosystems three animals that will represent their mitted the Catholic values of service and the good work we do when we give to our in Science this quarter. They just finished totem poles. They will research totems Fr. John Sullivan came back to St. Jerome for the concert and agreed with Christa Balint and Deacon Peter giving, through our parish and through all parish. We support our ministries, we sup- Travalik that it was a wonderful evening. a field study on their school grounds. They poles and learn how important these struc- the good works of the Catholic Church. We port our mission of Catholic education, and brought with them string, gloves, magnify- tures represented the culture of the Native are invited to care for all the people in our we support the important anchor that Our ing glasses, collecting jars, and field guides Americans of the Southwest community, to stand for principals of Cath- Lady of the Lake has been and will continue to do their study. They collected and St. Jerome will once again participate in olic social justice, and to be caring stewards. to be in this community. Join us on Novem- identified the producers and the consum- the “Pennies for Pasta” a fund to help those We do this work year-round, through our ber 28 at www.olleuclid.org and be part of ers that they observed within their sample with Leukemia and Lymphoma. During many ministries – from our Baby Corner to the fun as We Give Catholic! area. They recorded their findings. They our kick-off assembly, students learned our food pantry, providing services to the were pretty surprised that they found many how the smallest donation of spare change homebound and caring for the sick, lifting On October 26, Fr Joe offered a special these young people, and all the good work insects and worms in their area. Now that has the power to make a difference. Each up people suffering loss and bereavement blessing to the newly elected student coun- they are doing on behalf of their school and they have completed their field study, they student was given a box to collect spare and celebrating new families, in good times cil at Our Lady of the Lake. We are proud of community. will be putting together their own ecosys- change or change they may have earned tems that they will display in the classroom. from doing chores. The funds raised will They will be putting together terrariums. assist in serving all patients, as well as They will get a closer look at how a very funding innovative research worldwide to small ecosystem can develop and survive find cures, public health, and professional Get Your Tickets to Aladdin Now! Charlotte and Gerry Norsic made sure to arrive early to get good seats for this wonderful free concert. in a very small container. education. As an extra incentive, if the We Are Thankful Don’t miss Our Lady of the Lake Theater Group’s In Social Studies we just started to study school raises $750.00, the classroom with production of Aladdin at Shore Cultural Centre! the Indians of the Southwest. We will be the top donations will receive a pasta lunch for All of You! putting together their own totem poles from Olive Garden. November 17, 18 and 19. To get tickets now, visit www.olleuclid.org, or call the Shore box office at (216) 289-8578. Our Lady of the Lake wishes all of our friends, neighbors, families and part- ners a very happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for our the talented, dedicated Advent Vespers teachers in our school, our wonderful, engaged families, our faithful family of by Adele Markert ance Service at 7pm at St. Jerome. This sea- parishioners, and all the wonderful You are invited to begin the Advent season son of preparation for the coming of Christ partners we work with. with us for our annual Advent Vespers Ser- is always special but, more and more it is This Thanksgiving, we are vice on Monday, December 4th at 7pm and important to guard against becoming so thankful to be part of this to continue your journey to the hope of the busy creating the “perfect” holiday, that we wonderful community! nativity on Monday, December 18th with lose touch with the meaning of Christmas. the Collinwood Cluster Communal Pen- Jesus is the reason for the season! Violinist Tessa Lark and Marguerite DiPenti took Lydia & Michael Ridenour enjoyed both the concert time to get reacquainted after the concert. Miss and the pastries and are looking forward to Lark first performed at St. Jerome two years ago December 6th when City Music Cleveland will again and we are thrilled that she will be back in May. perform at St. Jerome.

by Adele Markert Miss Lark again delighted concert goers City Music Cleveland Chamber Orches- with a bonus bluegrass tune that she sang FREE ESTIMATES SINCE 1978 tra opened their 14th season at St. Jerome just before concert goers and musicians Daugherty Church. The opening night audience alike enjoyed pastry and coffee heard a masterful rendition of Corigliano’s The Orchestra will return Wednesday, 1/16 Page Horizonal “The Red Violin Concerto” by Tessa Lark. December 6th at 7:30pm. Stefan Willich, Construction Inc. Schumann’s Overture Op. 81 and Sympho- founder and conductor of the World Doc- ny No3, Rhenish rounded out the program. tors Orchestra will conduct.

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Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School V Faith. Family. Future. Fall Festival Metroparks Environmental Learning Center Field Trip VASJ raises money to help Puerto Rico by Hanna Johns ’21 & Elizabeth Smith ’18 VASJ’s Christian Leadership class Members of the Viking Village took the initiative and made videos and raised over $3,000 for the Marianist posters promoting this fundraiser. community in Puerto Rico who were They titled the fundraiser, affected by Hurricane Maria. For the “Rebuilding Colegio San Jose Brick- week of October 9-13, VASJ students, By-Brick.” This symbolized VASJ faculty, and staff were able to dress sending support to our Marianist down for one dollar a day. The money friends who need help building their raised was sent to Colegio San Jose community back up. They also created in Puerto Rico to help the students’ prayer cards that were signed by all of families pay for school tuition and the VASJ students and staff. Learning about fossils. other expenses. VASJ senior Alandia Strong was Like VASJ, Colegio San Jose is one of the members who attended the a Marianist-sponsored school. It is Marianist L.I.F.E Retreat with students Enjoy your pumpkin! Thank you Ms. Johnson for an all-boys Catholic school based in from Colegio San Jose. carving the pumpkins for the pumpkin raffle! Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. The school “I really enjoyed helping with building was damaged, but thankfully this project,” says Alandia who is a We found a fossil! Time to make our own fossils! Students and staff from Colegio San Jose who attended the Marianist LIFE retreat this they were able to open it back up for member of the Christian Leadership past summer and became friends with the VASJ students and staff also in attendance. First grade students traveled to Metroparks ers, and more. Outside students went dig- those who needed shelter. class. “Especially with me knowing When the fundraiser was over and the Marianist presented all the money Environmental Learning Center for a field ging for fossils and made their own fossils. Mr. Patrick Preto, a VASJ religion a couple of the students personally the prayer cards were completed, VASJ raised for our family from Puerto trip in October. Students learned about Check out the first graders in action in teacher, as well as some students, from Colegio San Jose, it made it even President Mr. Bill Cervenik ’72 and Rico,” says Cervenik. “I was proud Check out our rockets! motion and made rockets, moved on scoot- these photos. personally know some of the people more important to have a successful Principal Csank were able to personally of our students, faculty, and staff, for affected by Hurricane Maria at Colegio fundraiser. deliver VASJ’s well wishes to the coming together to support those in San Jose. Mr. Preto brought the idea of “There was a lot of student Colegio San Jose President who was need.” Imagine Bella Skating Party a dress down week to VASJ Principal involvement which helped make this also attending a Marianist meeting in The VASJ community came Mr. David Csank who supported the fundraiser possible. We were able to St. Louis. together and showed what it means to Families Are The idea. dress down and make difference.” “It was great to be there when truly be a part of a Marianist family.

Fall festival bingo! Sweetest! Jason Heil ’01 returns to VASJ to teach Viking Mindset course have it that sometimes those new faces will help freshmen start off their high hired onto the baseball staff. I loved are former students of the school. This school career in the right way,” Heil working with our students. After is exactly the case with VASJ’s new says. receiving my teaching degree, the first Viking Mindset teacher Mr. Jason Heil The class will also touch on the thing that I was asked was if I would ’01. history of Villa Angela Academy, St. be interested in coming back to VASJ. Get out and skate! Imagine Bella teachers love to skate too! “On my first official day with Joseph High School, and Villa Angela- I know how special the school is and Thanks to all the staff, students, and families that attended our skating party at the end of students in the school, I had some of St. Joseph High School. I jumped at the opportunity to come September! our ambassadors walk into my class, “We will have guest speakers ‘home.’” introduce themselves, and sit down who will share their experiences with Heil is very eager to help the and carry on a conversation with me,” us,” Heil says. “I will be their biggest Class of 2021 succeed and to teach Orchard Field Trip says Heil. advocate, given the fact that I am the them why the Viking Village is such a “Actions like this from our only teacher that has all of the more special place. students are what makes me excited than 130 students in the class of “My hope this year is to help my to come to school and be with our 2021.” students in any way possible,” Heil students on a daily basis. I could not Returning to VASJ was a no- says. “I told the students that my door We won a pumpkin in the raffle! by Patrick Bradford ’19 be more excited to be back.” brainer for Heil. will always be open to them no matter Heil is teaching the Viking “I have always had strong what. If I can help my freshmen to be Imagine Bella’s fall festival had an awesome As VASJ’s enrollment continues Mindset course, which is a required feelings for the school and have stayed better students and to learn what it is to turn out with crafts, games, food and the to grow, new members are added to the course for all freshmen at VASJ. connected to it in certain ways,” Heil be a Viking, I will consider this year to haunted house! Thank you for everyone who Imagine Bella families donated candy for the Costume school’s faculty and staff. Luck would “Viking Mindset is a class that says. “After graduating in 2001, I was be a success.” volunteered or attended to make the night a Parade! Thanks for making it possible to have an awe- success. We can’t wait to do it again next year! some parade!

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Time for a hay ride! Time to have some doughnuts! VILLA ANGELA-ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Kindergarten had an amazing time at Hill- hay ride and sampled some apple cider, ap- side Orchards! They learned about how ples, and a doughnut. Check out the photos 18491 Lakeshore Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44119 • 216-481-8414 • www.vasj.com apples are grown, doughnuts are made, and from their field trip. Catholic education in the Ursuline and Marianist traditions saw the apple orchards. Then they took a Our Thoughts and Prayers go Jointo the the MamaDiscussion Catena Family at: www.collinwoodobserver.com Join the Discussion at: www.collinwoodobserver.com during your recovery and remodel. Looking forward to having you back soon!

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Community Community It’s OK to be a little selfish...with your time Happy Thanksgiving which can be researched but most will have society in which we live. Always giving by Mary Louise Jesek Daley settlers came once again in 1607 and settled tion reads in part that the day shall be “… On October 3, 1863 President Abraham the similar effects. When we meditate we ourselves away to outside sources will leave How do you celebrate or observe THANKS- Jamestowne finding a new life. After some observed by acknowledging with grateful Lincoln, after some of the worst battles of learn to listen to our body, our balance, us feeling empty and sometimes frustrated. GIVING? We all have our own memories years of hardship they survived to celebrate hearts the many and signal favors of Al- the Civil War then raging for over 2 years our emotions, our breathing becomes deep, When we speak of ourselves using words and traditions. For me it was a house full of in thanksgiving as the settlement finally mighty God, especially by affording them and a month or so before delivering his now meaningful, our focus increases as well as like “me, my, mine and I” often we are using people, family and friends, plenty of food, began to prosper. In 1619 other English an opportunity peaceably to establish a famous Gettysburg Address, at the urging patience. We clear our minds of the clut- these words to speak about outside influ- and lively conversation. It was the parades, explorers came to the James River area and form of government for their safety and of Sarah Josepha Hale, a magazine editor, ter that surrounds us and tries to penetrate ences like the things that we like, an inher- “Snoopy’s Thanksgiving” and football on settled what would become Berkley Plan- happiness.” It also reads that the People proclaimed a National Day of Thanksgiv- us. Meditation usually brings feelings of ited personality trait, an outside entity or the television. But Thanksgiving dinner tation. Upon landing they knelt in prayer of these United States should devote them- ing to be held in perpetuity on the same peace, clarity and stress relief. Often times a material possesion. Meditation helps you always started with prayers and the Catho- in thanksgiving for their safe journey, selves to being thankful, “in general, for all day in all of the United States. Thus the answers that we are seeking are revealed to look deeper than the physical world and lic, Lutheran and other blessings over the new freedoms and opportunities and ate the great and various favors which He has last Thursday of November was set aside during or after meditation. There many the things that have influenced you. Medi- meals depending on who was eating dinner their meal together. The Pilgrims, seeking been pleased to confer upon us.” Finally, as a “Day of Thanksgiving and Praise.” The more benefits, these are just some great ex- tation connects you to who and what YOU with us. Proclamation states all the amples. are. When we think about what’s inside of Our Thanksgiving Days good things we had been Meditation is not as hard as some people us on a non physical level we think about in our lifetimes have come blessed with despite be- may think. Some believe that they cannot thought, emotion, energy, the inner child to mean food, parades, shop- ing at war for which to be meditate or that you have to be perfectly and spirit. Only with a clear and serene ping and football. We need to thankful for. President still with a crystal clear mind having no mind can we connect to these things and remember what “THANKS- Lincoln, therefore, made thoughts at all. I too believed this at one understand how to be in accord with them. GIVING” really means and further Proclamation that, time. It is natural fo the human mind to When you think of what’s going on inside show our gratefulness for the “… I recommend to them by Chris Burnett take? Or are you breathing unconsciously, always think and be active. Through medi- you on a physical level, you are made up blessings we enjoy as a family [the people] that while of- In today’s world of speed and technology shallowly and neglecting the very air that tation we learn to empty the unnecessary of organs, muscle, blood, bones, cells. We and as a nation. In all the day’s fering up the ascriptions we are always on the go either physically or you cannot live without? How many of us thoughts and control the rest, focusing often ignore our inner being unless there is preparations and activities - justly due to Him for such mentally. Don’t get me wrong I am all for our involved in all of our actions at all times on the purpose or nature of the particular a problem and pain or an exam has caused let’s not forget to be thankful singular deliverance and technology and the way it has connected on a mental level? We have done some ac- meditation we are doing. In some mediata- us to look inward. Some meditations teach for our bounty. blessings, they do also, us in ways unthought of until recently. tivities so many times that it’s easy to amble tions the breath is the key to uniting mind us to send love and attention into our body However, how many of with humble penitence However it seems we are always giving our around on auto pilot. This allows many of and body so we attach our thoughts to the parts for optimal function and health. We us recall why we celebrate for our national perverse- time and attention to outside sources; our lifes moments to pass us by. While it may be breath being conscious of it from start to give so many thoughts away to the out- Thanksgiving in the first ness and disobedience, jobs, our kids, parents, television, emails, quite hard to be conscious of every single finish. Other forms of meditation may in- side world. Take the time and give some place? When I was young it command to His tender social media sites, etc. It seems that alot of breath when we are present in each mo- volve connecting to one’s inner energy and thought to you. Be selfish with your time, was all about the Pilgrims and the turkey. religious freedom, landed at Plymouth in the Proclamation states that we should care all those who have become widows, the time our thought processes are related ment we are having a richer life experience. facilitating it’s flow and circulation. Some at least five minutes a day. You don’t have to Then I started learning the true history and 1620, the first of several waves of new im- then “unite in most humbly offering our orphans, mourners or sufferers in the lam- to things and occurrences that exist outside This falls under the category of mindful- mediatations are laying down, some are meditate for hours to enjoy its’ benefits, al- found it is quite fascinating. migrants of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. prayers and supplications to the great Lord entable civil strife in which we are unavoid- of our being. We often pride ourselves on ness. Studies are showing that when we sitting, standing or moving. Tai Chi is an though you certainly could. If you just start The FIRST THANKSGIVINGS were The Pilgrims feasted in thanksgiving for a and beseech Him to pardon our national ably engaged, and fervently implore the being multi-taskers when in fact we are just take time for ourselves and tune into our excellent example of moving meditation. a daily practice of a couple minutes soon truly days of prayer and thanksgiving held bountiful harvest which meant their sur- and other transgressions; to enable us all, interposition of the Almighty Hand to heal switching tasks at a rapid rate. How many inner being we begin to lead healthier and In Tai Chi we learn to be aware of breath, you will find that you will want to increase by those who came to the shores of Amer- vival. The tradition was born. whether in public or private stations, to the wounds of the nation and to restore it as times when you are walking are you pay- happier lives. balance, and the harmony of energies while the time. Tune in and take a deep look in- ica. First, the Spanish came to the shores On October 3, 1789 President George perform our several and relative duties soon as may be consistent with the Divine ing attention to each step? Or are you lost Meditation is one such way to tune in moving in a relaxed and flowing state. ward, you may discover an old friend there, of Florida in 1565 and settled St Augustine. Washington declared a special day of pub- properly and punctually; … and, in general purposes to the full enjoyment of peace, in thought about a past or future event? Do and is becoming more and more popular. Learning to meditate will relieve some one who might help as you go through this Their first thanksgiving was an outdoor lic Thanksgiving and prayer for the 26th to grant unto all mankind such a degree of harmony, tranquility and Union.” you pay attention to each breath that you There are different forms of meditation of the stress and tension created by this fast paced technological world. mass in gratitude for safe deliverance and Day of November 1789 as requested by temporal prosperity as He alone knows to HAPPY THANKSGIVING prayers for a prosperous venture. English both Houses of Congress. The Proclama- be best.” THE STATE OF MANUFACTURING 2017 It’s Wise STORAGE SPACE FOR LEASE

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Community Senior Page The Lowdown at Lakeshore Intergenerational School Bob’s Corner Euclid Senior Rose Center for Aging Well Newsletter by Ashlee Williman adults! Stop by Lakeshore Rose Center to Center The Rose Centers for Aging Well has a pick up a copy, or visit: www.RoseCenters. All the programs listed are available at newly designed newsletter! The newsletter org, and subscribe to have the newsletter Euclid Lakefront Community Center contains information specific to each of emailed to you monthly. Please contact 1 Bliss Lane, Euclid, OH 44123 the seven Rose Centers & Home Delivered Lakeshore Rose Center at 216-373-1915, if 216-289-2985 www.cityofeuclid.com Meals program, as well as general wellness you have any questions! information that is applicable to all older

Bake Sale dish. Sign-up at the front desk. For ques- Friday, November 17th from 10:00AM – tions, please see Monica. CWRU students teach Primary Cluster about oral A primary student and elder share a story. Cleveland Clinic’s Dangerous Decibels program. Friends who pose together, stay together! IG fun! 1:00PM. Donate baked goods and help hygiene. by Bob Payne support Fun and Games What do you want most for yourself in this Thursday, November 16th, 1:00 – 3:00PM by Shawn Hallowell our students had additional learning op- partnered to enjoy fall crafts and conversa- opportunities for our students. Primary life? Take a moment and think about it. Be Stay and play, board games, cribbage, WHERE WE’VE BEEN: portunities thanks to our wonderful com- tion. School presentations included visits Cluster will participate in a fun Halloween EUCLID SENIOR PROGRAMS 100% honest. Sift through all of the “things” FFF cards and more. October was an exciting month both inside munity partners! All 12 of our homerooms from The Cleveland Clinics “Dangerous Celebration with our community neigh- you think will make you happy and get down Thursday, November 16th, 10:30 - and outside of our multiage classrooms participated in their first Intergenerational Decibels” program, Case Western Reserve bors at Villa Angela Saint Joseph and in the to the core of what is really important for you. 11:30AM. Join us for Fun For Foodies. Pool Tournament – Friday, November here at Lakeshore Intergenerational School. Visits (IG) of the year! In total seven el- University’s Pre-Dental Society, and a visit afternoon the entire school will participate Dig deep. (Take as long as you need. I’ll wait.) Breakfast with Bob All participants please bring your favorite 17th at 9:20AM To supplement their day to day learning, dercare facilities and over 200 students from published Author Dr. Raquel Ortiz in a Halloween Costume Parade! Well? What did you discern? What do you October winner – Bill Solnosky want the most for yourself? Thursday, November 9th, 8:30AM at courtesy of the Cleveland Public Library. November will start with our Family Maria’s, 22578 Lake Shore Blvd, Euclid, We also hosted over 150 moms on October Group’s Fall Dance, students get to dance In life, we tend to be private people and it’s rare when we talk about profound subjects. OH 44123. You must have your OWN 18th for our first ever “Muffins with Mom” the night away with a special family mem- Bakers Chocolate Whips for Christmas Most people are a bit reserved and don’t read- transportation event where moms and other significant ber, staff members and friends. We have two by Michael Prokop Ship direct orders will be sent out begin- ily reveal a lot about themselves. And yet, what Dec 1–2, 2017 females walked their children to school new IG partners, Bridge Arts and Lakeshore Bakers chocolate whips for Christmas will ning December 4th. Pick up orders will be most of us really want for ourselves is a deep, FUN FOR SENIORS and enjoyed muffins and conversation with Rose Center, that we will begin working Bingo Fri Dec 1 6:30–9pm be available on a preorder only basis.Choc- available beginning December 18th thru honest, mutually life-giving relationship. We their child and others. with in November. Bridge Arts is an adult November 7th & 14th, 1:00 – 2:00PM olate whips (milk and dark) with a conve- 22nd. want to be accepted for who we are, warts and Sat Dec 2 10am–8pm WHAT’S NEXT: learning center for individuals with learn- Bingo for Prizes. Sponsored by Hilltop nient order process will include phone in, Phone orders - 216-662-6629, Web site all, and still be loved, unconditionally. We are very excited about our events and ing disabilities. Our intergenerational part- The paradox is that even though we want Village & Manor Care. FREE. and web site ordering. orders - humphreycompany.com activities to close out October. On the 24th, nership with them will be all about learning this type of relationship, we are not willing to cia.edu/holiday-sale Specify at the time of order if you would Pick up order location: Breakfast with Grande Pointe our Primary Cluster students will head to and exploring commonalities between our share the intimacy of our unguarded true self. like your order shipped direct (shipping Humphrey Popcorn Company Wednesday, November 8th, Patterson’s Fruit Farm to enjoy a behind students and theirs through the use of vari- There’s reasons for this. charges will apply) or if you will be picking 20810 Miles Parkway 9:30 – 10:30AM Join us for muffins or the scenes tour of the market and farm. ous art programs in Collinwood. Our work As we’ve lived, we’ve had many different them up at the plant. Warrensville Hts. Ohio 44128 types of experiences. We’ve learned what bagels, fresh fruit, coffee and tea. Please Students will also get to enjoy “Fun Fest” with Lakeshore Rose Center will include Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 7:00pm and works well for us, and what causes pain. At one sign-up at the front desk by November 6th where students will get to play in haystacks, developing and performing an Intergenera- Bakers Chocolate Whips Saturday 9:00am to 2:00pm time or another we’ve all been made fun of, or explore a treehouse, wander a corn maze, tional Play. Stay informed and learn more sponsored by Kin- $15.00 per one pound box (shipping cost been embarrassed. We’ve learned that opening Name That Tune hike and explore fall foliage, and take a by visiting us on social media or at www. dred -\November 9th, 11:00 – 11:45AM. extra if applicable) Orders accepted until ourselves up means that we are exposed, vul- Cleveland Institute of Art wagon ride! Halloween brings two exciting lakeshoreschool.org Prizes and fun, fun, fun! November 10, 2017. nerable and can be a target for criticism. 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