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Volume 9, Issue 10, May 15, 2013 Lakewood Board Of Education Says: Thank You Lakewoodites Thank you Lakewood! port providing the students of Lakewood the best opportunities and education possible. On behalf of the Lakewood Board of Edu- The support of many people and organiza- cation, I would like to thank Lakewoodites for tions was critical to the levy’s success. Thank once again showing that our City values pub- you to the levy committee members and to the lic education and understands the connection individuals and organizations who endorsed between strong schools and a strong commu- the levy. The organizations include Lakewood nity by passing our operating levy. City Council, Lakewood Chamber of Com- The funds generated from this levy will fill merce, LakewoodAlive, League of Women Voters, the gap created by reductions in state funding Lakewood Observer, Lakewood Teachers Associa- and enable us to keep classroom sizes smaller tion, OAPSE Union Local 129, Lakewood Council by ensuring the appropriate staffing level of PTAs, all Lakewood Schools PTOs & PTAs, throughout the District; upgrade technology Lakewood Alumni Foundation, Lakewood Early and add new instructional tools and materials; Childhood PTA, Lakewood Democratic Club and and build upon the outstanding programs that the Sun Post-Herald. allow our students to be successful, engaged From our students, staff, administration and citizens of our world. the Board, We are truly fortunate to be part of a town Thank You Lakewood! that lifts up its youth and are grateful that even Edward Favre in difficult times our residents step up to sup- President, Lakewood Board of Education photo by, Joshua McLaughlin,©2013, Studio 22 Photography - www.s22p.com Boys Tennis Captures WSC Title straight set win. The Rangers Check the LO out online to see more photos and videos of Old finished unbeaten in the WSC 765 and other things in and around Lakewood. Isn’t it time you and completed their regular sea- joined? http://lakewoodobserver.com. son with a 13-4 record. The senior laden team was Old 765 Barreling led by Seniors Chris Richardson and Chris Brinich. Richardson, Through Lakewood a four year starter and stellar 3 by Jim O’Bryan sport athlete at Lakewood, did This past Sunday, Mother’s an outstanding job at the very Day, Nickle Plate Railroad’s #765 demanding first singles position. roared, whistled and ran through He is currently 15-7 on the year. Lakewood on a round trip from Chris Brinich leads the team out east to the Bellevue Train in wins with a sparkling 20-3 Museum. Many Lakewoodites record. Third singles, senior including Craig Lovejoy, sent in The WSC Champion Lakewood Tennis Team. They have now won Dan Mezin, went unbeaten in photos and videos, you can check 3 of their past 4 league titles. the WSC and won the third them out in our photoblogs, and by Chris Johnson league. Seniors Chris Brinich singles title at the West Shore on the “Deck.” The Lakewood Tennis team and Dan Mezin won in straight Conference Tournament. The finished off their finest year in sets at second and third singles, first doubles team of freshman 9th Annual "Hair Of The Dog" the past half a century by beating respectively. The second doubles Frank Figueiredo and senior team of senior Matt Carlson and Alex Northrop won several key Fundraiser Rocky River 3-2 and claiming by Kate Coghlan the West Shore Conference Title junior Colin Levis dominated matches and the second doubles It’s time for an evening outright in their first year in the from start to finish in their team of senior Matt Carlson and filled with DJ entertainment, Colin Levis came on strong late open bar drinks, appetizers in the season to help propel the and fantastic raffle baskets, all LHS Academic Challenge Rangers to the league title. while helping our furry friends! During the season, the Team Headed To Nationals The Citizens Committee for Rangers claimed second place by Christine Gordillo Team advisers and LHS the Lakewood Animal Shel- in the Avon Lake Doubles Tour- The Lakewood High Math teachers Bob Sedlak and ter (CCLAS) is sponsoring its nament and won the WSC School Academic Challenge Peter Petto resurrected the team ninth annual ‘Hair of the Dog’ Tournament Championship. team will test its factual knowl- this year after a two-year hiatus Happy Hour and Silent Auction When: Thursday, May 23 Key wins during the season edge against the best in the of the club at LHS. In addition on Thursday, May 23. from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. included a tight 3-2 win over nation when it travels to Wash- to the conference weekly round- As always, 100% of the Where: Around the former LEL nemesis Shaker ington, D.C. May 31 - June 2 robin play held in February and proceeds will benefit the ani- Corner, 18616 Detroit Ave, Heights and a 3-2 win over the to compete in the 31st annual March, the team’s three seniors mals in the community of Lakewood Lorain County Champions National Academic Champi- competed on the WEWS-TV5 Lakewood and allow us to con- Admission: $25 per per- Lake Ridge. For the senior class, onship tournament. The team Academic Challenge show that tinue our low-cost spay and son (includes open bar and this caps off a four year run that qualified for the national con- aired in February. neuter program. appetizers) saw Lakewood capture 3 out of 4 test as a result of its undefeated Team members headed Here are the detail you Every year generous league titles, 2 of which were in regular season victories in its off to Washington are: seniors need to know to be a part of the Northeast Ohio Conference. eight-team West Shore league. continued on page 10 this awesome event! continued on page 10 Page 2 The Lakewood Observer Volume 9, Issue 10 May 15, 2013
Lakewood Observer Images from the Lakewood Observers For the past decade the Lakewood Observer has been compiling a library of great images taken by some of the best known photographers in and around Lakewood, Ohio. Names like Warren, Morgan, Ivor and 40 others have taken the time to start photo blogs on the Lakewood Observer website. Together we tell a visual story of life in and around Lakewood.On the photo by Jim O’Bryan Deck we have another great mosh pit of words, images, videos, music, poetry and conversation. Stop by and check it photo by Craig Lovejoy, Low Level Ariel Photogrpahy Keep up-to-date with the baby bald out today. eagle in “Baby Eagle Update” and Flora More photos of Old 765 coming through Lakewood and many other events for you to and Fauna threads on the “Deck.” check out and enjoy. (47 photos) (156 photos, more added weekly) photo by Chris Slomka photo by Billy Delfs Even larger stories like the rescue of Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus. (176 photos) Community events like the LEAF Humus and Plant Sale. (12 photos) photo by Peter Grossetti
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City News Meet the company who knows Council Considers Improvements comfort inside and out. But To The Basketball Courts especially inside. by Christopher Bindel existing infrastructure of mainstreet corridors surrounded by residential Council President Brian Pow- It’s Springtime, so neighborhoods, making it one of the ers called the May 6, 2013 meeting of give your system an Council to order at 7:31 P.M. Visiting most walkable cities in the country. edge before extreme the meeting were five members of the According to the popular walkability weather hits. St. Edward’s wrestling team who went website www.walkscore.org, Lakewood to the state finals this year. They began is the most walkable city in Ohio. the meeting by leading everyone in the Councilman Juris proposes an ini- Pledge of Allegiance. tiative that would set the goal of having Following the Pledge, the first property owners, both business and order of business was a communica- residential, remove obstacles and haz- tion from Councilman Shawn Juris ards that would make it difficult to (Ward III) regarding the St. Edward’s walk around a neighborhood. If the wrestling team. He asked Council to goal is met in any particular neighbor- take the time to recognize and congrat- hood they could apply for a designation ulate St. Ed's on their successful season to be displayed, much like block watch as they are coming away from another signs, showing that walkability is an Ohio State Championship. Council- amenity in the neighborhood. Coun- man Juris highlighted the students’ cilman Juris notes the benefits to individual hard work and dedication this program include residents’ self- as well as their ability to work as a team enforcement of ordinances and codes, under the guidance of Coach Urbas. allowing city services to handle more Before Council passed a resolu- important issues; neighborhood pride, tion officially congratulating the team, adding to the Block Club program; the members that were present came and marketing advantages for agents forward and each told Council what selling property. In order for a neigh- their wrestling weight was, where they borhood to apply for the designation placed at state, their GPA and their they must be able to show they comply plans for next year. All of the students with all existing ordinances. have had successful academic careers Council received the communica- as well as wrestling ones and plan to go tion from Councilman Juris for later Receive Up To A discussion. off to some great colleges next year to * continue both. Councilman Bullock and Coun- $1,200 rebate Council then passed the resolution cilwoman Monique Smith (At-Large) and presented it to the wrestlers and then asked Council to consider a num- when you buy a qualifying ® Coach Urbas. ber of minor changes to be made at the Lennox Home comfort System. Next Councilman Tom Bullock basketball courts in Lakewood Park. (Ward II) and Councilman Juris both Considering the increased use due to presented a resolution commending warm weather, there are a number of AND the recipients of the Lakewood Alive minor things that have come to light Volunteer Champion Award. The that they feel could greatly improve awards were presented to outstand- the safety and impact of the courts. ing Lakewood Alive volunteers who Some of the changes they asked Coun- Up to $500 in dedicate much of their time to help- cil to consider included: immediately ** ing Lakewood Alive with many of its allocating a staff resource to provide Federal Tax Credits programs. Whether it is helping out consistent, daily adult supervision at Light Up Lakewood, the Summer at both the courts and skate park; Meltdown, or helping paint someone’s enhanced community policing meth- house or fix up their porch, these are ods by encouraging officers on regular the volunteers who are always there. patrols to interact and become famil- Executive Director, Ian Andrews, iar with the youths; erecting a fence thanked Council for also recognizing around the new courts to prevent the hard work and great impact of the balls and kids from running into traf- volunteers. He also took the chance fic and also allowing the courts to be to again praise the dedication of the secured after closing time; installing volunteers and the work of Lakewood signs with the “rules of the court” on Alive’s outgoing board members. them; installing "slow" or "caution" Council passed the resolution. signs on the nearby road; installing Council then introduced a reso- a water fountain nearby; arranging lution that came from the Planning for better access to bathrooms; and Commission on the Lakewood Com- installing benches for those waiting to munity Vision Plan. After a year of hard play, but in a way that discourages loi- work and consideration by members of tering. Also mentioned was exploring Slife Heating & Cooling, Inc. the community, the administration, the possibility of using a residents- (216) 221-0310 and now the Planning Commission, only or residents-and-guests policy for 13729 Madison Avenue the plan was finally submitted to these park facilities, requiring users to Lakewood, OH 44107 Council for approval. They referred have some form of identification that [email protected] the resolution to the Committee of the showed they are Lakewood residents to Whole so Council could properly dis- use the courts or skate park. cuss it before voting on it. Council referred the matter to the Councilman Juris then asked Committee of the Whole for further Council to consider a Walkable Neigh- discussion on each proposed improve- ment. Offer expires June 14, 2013 borhood Initiative. With walkability OH Lic #16431 being a popular concept in cities and Mayor Michael Summers then asked Council to consider passing a neighborhoods across the coun- *Rebate offer is valid only with the purchase of qualifying Lennox® products. System rebate offers range from $300 - $1,200. **See dealer for details try, Lakewood finds itself uniquely and visit www.energystar.gov for more information on the credit guidelines. © 2013 Lennox Industries, Inc. positioned to take advantage of its continued on page 10
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Wednesday, May 15 Sunday, May 19 Lakewood Historical Society: The Battle of Lake Erie: Sunday with the Friends: Northcoast Jazz Collective Birth of a Nation and a City What can we say? According to Scene Magazine, these guys are the Best Jazz Group John D. Cimperman, President of the Early Settlers Association of the Western Reserve, around. Playing straight up modern jazz that’s creative, emotional and accessible, this quar- commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie, a key turning-point in American history that took tet braves the post-bop world with a hard-working trademark sound that says Cleveland all place just 60 miles from here. After the United States won its independence, it found itself in the way. a dangerous world without the protection of the Royal Navy. Between 1783 and the conclu- 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium sion of the War of 1812, American shipping became prey to privateers around the world and close to home. Cimperman recounts our nation’s struggle for survival up until the lasting Tuesday, May 21 peace that was struck up between the United States, Canada and England in 1815. Knit and Lit 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium “The Memory Keeper’s Daughter: A Novel” by Kim Edwards Gail Eaton hosts a social club for multitaskers—a combination book club and stitchery Thursday, May 16 group. She’s looking for readers who can enjoy intense discussion of modern classics while Meet the Author: “House of Horrors: The Shocking True Story of relaxing with their latest project. Come share your passion for great literature and show off Anthony Sowell, the Cleveland Strangler” by Robert Sberna your knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. In October of 2009, the entire nation was shocked by a SWAT team’s grisly discovery of Visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/bookclubs full book descriptions. eleven bodies in the Imperial Avenue home of Anthony Sowell. Cleveland-based journalist 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room Robert Sberna dares to go down the rabbit hole of the mind of a serial killer with thorough research, interviews with experts and a burning desire to understand. More importantly, he Wednesday, May 22 examines the lives of the forgotten victims, who were often ignored and demonized because Lakewood Historical Society: Cleveland’s Westside Market: 100 of their lifestyles. After a long journey engaging with police, family members, surviving vic- tims and Sowell himself, Sberna lays bare the unique challenges faced by the police and Years and Still Cooking coroner investigating a series of tragedies and provides readers with an account that is as In continuous use since 1912, the West Side Market is a matchless culinary and cultural honest as it is gripping. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. resource, a nationally significant architectural treasure, and part of the city’s distinctive Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium urban landscape. This handsome book, written by two well-known Cleveland food writers, takes readers on a nostalgic tour of the market building, outdoor arcades, and into the lives of Saturday, May 18 many vendors and market families. Enjoy the numberless rare, and until now, unpublished, vintage and contemporary photographs of this magnificent landmark, that has become a Five Star Films - “Far From the Madding Crowd” (1967) must-see destination for food lovers. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. Directed by John Schlesinger Rated PG 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium In 1800’s Wessex, the beautiful but capricious Julie Christie inherits a farm and runs it with the help of rejected suitor Alan Bates, a shepherd. In need of adoration, she flirts with older Introduction to Ancestry.com Library Edition gentleman farmer Peter Finch but falls for handsome, reckless army sergeant Terence Stamp whom she marries. The perfect storm of love, betrayal and jealousy has been set in motion. 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium Thursday, May 23 Playhouse: 2013-2014 Season Preview Party Celebrate the premieres, prize winners and re-imagined classics ahead and find out LPL Children/Youth Events what makes Cleveland Play House a leader in professional contemporary theatre. Party favors provided! 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium compiled by Eric Knapp Sunday, May 19 Strokes Of Genius Ends With Art Show Lakewood Lego® League For youth in kindergarten through fifth grade (caregivers welcome) Use LPL’s collection of Lego®Bricks and your own imagination to create fabulous new structures and designs each month. No registration, but numbered tickets will be given out first-come, first-served. One ticket per child. For more information, stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room.
Monday, May 20 – Saturday, Aug. 3 Summer Reading Club For youth, birth through twelfth grade Feeling adventurous? Join our Summer Reading Club and read 30 books or for 30 hours over the summer. Visit the Reading Club desk to collect stamps and tickets for prize draw- ings. Special rewards for those who finish! To register, please stop in and fill out a registration form. Front Row: L to R: Sam Thomas, Helen Roche, Molly Burke, Emma Murray, Abby Children and Youth’s Services desk at both the Lakewood Public Library’s Main and Madison branches. Hirsch, Back Row: L to R: Eden Sutliff, Simon Bockbrader, Leo Horvath, Owen Murray, Delaney McCoy, Marcella Orsini, Not Shown: Ava Garrett, Claudia Irwin, Family Weekend Wonders Gabriel Toledo. Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. These free programs are offered every weekend throughout the by Marge Foley style of that artist. Artwork created by year at both the Main Library and Madison Branch. No registration is needed. Check out The 2013 spring session of Strokes Paul Cezanne, Georgia O’Keeffe, Rob- our website (www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth) for times and upcoming themes. of Genius at the Lakewood Public ert and Sonia Delaunay, Michelangelo, Main Library Activity Room and Madison Branch Auditorium Library recently came to a close as par- Georges Seurat, and Andy Warhol pro- Weekends With Wee Ones ticipating second, third, and fourth vided the inspiration for the students’ For families with children under 2 years old graders proudly showcased their talent creative efforts. Oil pastels, watercolor Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for those at an art show for family and friends. paints, clay, tempera, and markers were wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the Each week students learned about some of the art mediums used. Each year and there is no need to register in advance. the life and work of a different artist participant took home their creative Madison Branch Children’s and Youth Services Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. and then completed an art project in the work, a certificate, and a purple ribbon.
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Lakewood Public Library Get A "Taste of Judaism" With Rabbi Enid C. Lader At The Lakewood Public Library by Morgan Maseth The traditions of Judaism have deep roots in our national culture. The Lakewood Public Library will be host- ing a three-part class for people of all faiths to explore the spirituality, eth- ics and community through the lens of Judaism for like-minded knowledge- seekers called “Taste of Judaism.” This journey of Jewish learning is spon- sored by the Jewish Education Center of Cleveland and the Cleveland Board of Rabbis. Leading “Taste of Judaism” Francesca V. Mignosa: Ambassador of Sicily in the World. will be Rabbi Enid C. Lader. With her guidance, these classes will serve as an “My Sicily: Life In The Cusp introduction to the Jewish faith and to new friends. Rabbi Enid C. Lader of Beth Israel - Of The Mediterranean Sea” Rabbi Enid and her husband, West Temple Harry, have been Lakewoodites for the years now, says these sessions will Meet The Author At LPL past thirty years with both their daugh- offer participants an opportunity to by Lisa Calfee discussion with Francesca V. Mignosa. ters graduating from the Lakewood learn about the Jewish understanding If it rhymed it would be a sonnet, if Copies of her book will be available for School system. After studying music of God, the Torah, the importance of it had a tune it would be a romantic bal- sale and signing at the event. therapy and education, Rabbi Enid went learning, and the centrality of commu- lad, and although it’s considered a travel Born in the seaside city of Augusta for a graduate degree in Judaic Stud- nity to the Jewish people. “The topics guide, "My Sicily: Life in the Cusp of and moving to the states in high ies. Originally serving as the Director are serious, but they are taught in an the Mediterranean Sea" remains a love school, Mignosa has remained true to of Congregational Education for Beth engaging way,” explains Rabbi Enid. story. That big beautiful island with a her native Sicily. “Though we left the Israel- the West Temple for twenty During the three class sessions, partici- thousand scents and colors is the sole island, the island never left us” she years, she then became Spiritual Leader pants engage with Rabbi Enid as well object of author Francesca V. Mignosa’s writes. Part journal, part travel guide, for Knesseth Israel Temple in Wooster. as each other in an open discussion of affection in her new book. And good "My Sicily: Life in the Cusp of the Med- It was during this time that she started how Jewish tradition impacts one’s life news, this is no tragic romance; Sicily iterranean Sea" brings the reader along her rabbinic studies. In 2010, Rabbi and lifestyle. loves her too. To prove it, Mignosa has to explore both Mignosa’s personal his- Enid was ordained from the Academy “Taste of Judaism” will begin on been named Ambassador of Sicily in the tory and the rich history, notable art for Jewish Religion and finished her Monday, June 3, at 6pm, continue on World and has won the Italian Literary and delicious food of each region. time in Wooster in 2012. When the Monday, June 10 and conclude Mon- Award “Sicilia Mondo 2013.” Readers of the book love its conver- rabbi at Beth Israel- The West Temple day, June 17 in the Lakewood Library Now that the award-winning sational style, and with 12,000 people was retiring, she was asked to assume Main Auditorium. The classes are free, author is closer to our moody Lake Erie following her blog, it’s clear Mignosa is the rabbinic position there, and started however space is limited. To register shores than the sun-drenched Medi- an excellent travel companion. Get in there in August of 2012. call 216-226-8275 ext. 127. For more terranean, Lakewood Public Library on the adventure by joining us on Fri- Rabbi Enid, who has been teaching information go to www.lakewoodpub- is happy to announce she will be the day, May 24 at 7:00 p.m. for our Meet “Taste of Judaism” classes for twelve liclibrary.org/calendar. guest speaker at our Meet the Author the Author program. And if you find Series on Friday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m. yourself inspired to visit the sunny in the Main Library Auditorium. We beaches of Sicily one day, be sure to tell Renowned Professor Now them Francesca V. Mignosa sent you. hope you can join us for this enjoyable Calls Lakewood Home Summer Reading Club 2013 At The by Anne Shields Lakewood Library Lakewood wel- comes highly respected by Julie Strunk author, playwright Feeling adventurous? Like to dis- and professor Dr. Paul cover and uncover? Let’s all dig a little, Kuritz to its midst. Dr. read a little, and discover a lot! Kuritz had taught at Something exciting is happening Bates College located in at the library this month. It’s some- Lewiston, Maine since thing that returns every summer with 1978. There he taught a new face and a new name; something acting and directing for that starts small, but grows until by the stage and screen. He summer’s end thousands of kids are has directed over one Dr. Paul Kuritz involved. Have you guessed it yet? It’s hundred plays through- summer reading club, and this year out the United States, it’s all about what you may find under- and in 1990 was invited to teach and work is "The Fiery Serpent: a Christian ground! direct at the National Theater School Theory of Film and Theater." (Pleasant Starting on May 20th, children in Bratislava, Slovakia. He has also Word, 2007) ages birth through fifth grade can sign directed films, “A New Life” (2008) Dr. Kuritz also writes thought- up to be a part of “Dig Into Reading.” and “Amy’s Wish” (2012). These films provoking book reviews that can be Sixth through twelfth graders have nity, had fun, and avoided “summer were selected to be shown in Houston, found on his website www.paulku- their own reading club, “Beneath the slide” by taking part in LPL’s summer Atlanta, Chicago, and the Gideon’s ritz.com. His other works include: Surface.” Kids will gather stamps and reading club. Help us make 2013 our Flame Christian Film Festival, in "Playing: an Introduction to Acting" prizes as they go, and a special reward best summer yet. Together we can dig Manila, Philippines. (Prentice Hall, 1982) and "The Mak- awaits those who complete thirty hours into reading, explore the world, expand His dramatization of the short ing of Theatre History" (Prentice Hall, of reading (or thirty books for younger our minds, and collect rewards! story "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Char- 1987). Dr. Kuritz's books are avail- readers) by August 2nd. To register, stop by our Main or lotte Perkins Gilman was included in able at Lakewood Public Library for Last summer over three thousand Madison branch Summer Reading The Best American Short Plays 2001- checkout. Contact the library at 216- children got involved in our commu- Club desk starting May 20th! 2002 (Applause, 2006). His most recent 226-8275 for more details.
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Lakewood Schools Ranger 360 Forum To Address Teen Dating Violence, Sexual Assault by Christine Gordillo violence and stalking (SADDVS). Kurtz, LISW (CRCC), who will be They have spoken with parents, district Ranger 360, a collaborative pro- Lakewood is one of nine districts in the embedded within Harding and Gar- administrators and staff, community gram headed by the Lakewood City nation and the only one in Ohio that field Middle Schools, Lakewood High members, and held student discussion School District , Domestic Violence received federal funding to support a School, and Lakewood City Academy groups to honor the youth voice and & Child Advocacy Center (DVCAC), program of this nature and is in posi- providing leadership for Ranger 360 perspective. They learned that each Cleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC) tion to create a state and even national over the next two years. They will be person plays an undeniably important and Lakewood Police Department, is model as a result. seeking broad community support to role in creating positive change and holding its first community forum on Research suggests that success- improve the District’s SADDVS ser- reducing incidents of violence. Wednesday, May 29 at 7p.m. in the ful interventions are tailored to fit the vices, education, training and policy. The Ranger 360 research uncov- Garfield Middle School Cafetorium. unique context of their community, Over the past few months, ered the desire and vision in Lakewood The goal of Ranger 360 is to which is why community involvement McGinty and Kurtz conducted a com- to create a violence-free community: design and implement a comprehen- and insight is critical. This grant pro- munity assessment to learn more about “I’d really like to see people not sive school-based response to sexual vides for two program coordinators, Lakewood and the community’s needs afraid to talk about these issues…I assault, dating violence, domestic Abby McGinty (DVCAC) and Katie and assets for responding to SADDVS. don’t know exactly what that looks like, to be honest...people treating oth- ers with respect, kindness. Not filled When Art And Calculus Collide with hate and negativity, no factions, by Christine Gordillo ing in their Calculus class.” no groups. Welcoming...it would be "Transversion," the public art Intending at first to just photo- phenomenal.” piece that graces the front lawn of the graph the sculpture then superimpose While dating, domestic and sexual Lakewood Public Library on Detroit, a grid over the photo to track key violence affect individuals regardless no doubt spurs some contemplative points to help create a mathematic of age, teens are especially vulnerable. thinking by its viewers, as art often model of the curved surfaces, Sedlak One in three adolescent girls is a vic- does. Calculus, however, is probably instead went with Plan B based on his tim of abuse from a dating partner. not what you think of when looking students’ strengths. People age 12-19 experience the high- at the intriguing sculpture. Perhaps a “The students in the class are est rates of rape and sexual assault and group of former LHS calculus students some of the brightest, most inquisi- people age 18-19 experience the highest and a little booklet published by the tive and creative students at LHS… rates of stalking. Add to that the 15.5 library will change that. Why not have the students create prob- million U.S. children who live in fami- “Poems and Problems” is a tidy lems relative to the sculpture, both lies in which partner violence occurred booklet containing, yes, poems and non-calculus and calculus-based. The at least once in the last year and you math problems inspired by the Peter project entailed each student, on their have a huge number of young people in Diepenbrock installation. Last school own time out of class, viewing the this country whose lives are affected by year, AP Calculus teacher Bob Sed- sculpture, taking measurements, and violence. lak asked his senior students to study creating two problems, which they Lakewood recognizes this dire "Transversion" and come up with a solv- felt could be solved using traditional need for change and the district has able math problem related to the piece. algebra, geometry, trigonometry, or chosen to take a stand. Come to the Community Forum on May 29 and The result is a dozen calculus problems the 3,000-pound sculpture? Answer calculus methods.” hear more about the research con- interspersed among the poems about should be expressed in pound-inches." The result is the nifty little book, ducted and the role each community "Transversion." For those of you who Sedlak said the idea of construct- “Poems and Problems,” available in the member can play in Ranger 360’s may find calculus a tad intimidating, the ing mathematics/calculus problems as Technology Department of the main efforts. book also contains a dozen geometry, related to "Transversion" occurred to library. algebra, trigonometry and probability him as he and Ruth Weible, a mem- problems waiting to be solved. ber of the art committee that selected The brainbusters do not provide Diepenbrock to create a piece for the Girls On The Run Program answers, giving readers of “Poems and library, first viewed the installation on Problems,” compiled and edited by the Goes Beyond Fitness a cold winter night in November 2011. by Christine Gordillo brings Girls on the Run clubs from all library’s Ben Burdick, an interactive “We had the great opportunity Girls on the Run, a program now over Northeast Ohio together. This challenge as they thumb through the to speak with the artist, a thought- in its third year in the district, is help- year, that race will be held on May 19 book. Here’s a sample from last year ful and engaging person who had just ing many of our elementary and middle in Akron. senior Dani Witri: completed the installation that eve- school girls learn to build strong and The reputation of the program’s "A body builder competition is ning,” Sedlak said. “Peter discussed healthy lives physically, socially and success within the district has grown coming to Lakewood. One of the events the building methods, installation emotionally. The Girls on the Run pro- so that when Horace Mann decided is to lift "Transversion" over their heads. difficulties, and the meaning of the gram, established 16 years ago, made to start its Girls on the Run program, If Robert, one of the body builders is title. The curved surfaces reminded its debut in the district in 2011 with they had such a great response that 71 inches tall, and his arms extend an me of the topic of finding the length two schools (Emerson and Harding). the school received permission from additional 27 inches over his head, how of polar curves, which my students at Garfield Middle School and Grant GOTR to field two teams of 12 rather much work does it take for him to lift Lakewood High were currently study- and Lincoln Elementaries started their than just one. programs last school year, and Horace “The girls at Horace Mann have Mann joined ranks this year, bringing shown a tremendous amount of per- the total number of school participat- sonal growth in the 10 short weeks ing to six. At the middle school level, that they have participated in the pro- the program is called Girls on Track. gram,” said Horace Mann coach Nicole The program’s mission is to edu- Long. “Not only are they running more cate and prepare girls for a lifetime of and accomplishing their goals physi- ORIGINAL self-respect and healthy living. Twice a cally but they are also learning how to week for 10 weeks, the girls get together develop a healthy self-image. Through the GOTR curriculum we are instilling A father and son masterpiece! for an hour and spend the first half 10 oz fresh tri-blend cuts of hour talking about issues that affect in our girls that they are capable, strong short rib, brisket and chuck, young and adolescent girls such as bul- and beautiful, and that they have the topped with gruyere cheese, lying, peer pressure and body images power to make positive choices physi- caramelized onions, portobello and the media. The advisers then cally, socially and mentally.” mushrooms, and fresh herb extend the lesson through a half-hour No doubt that sense of accom- aioli on a soft white bun. of running, designed to build confi- plishment is felt at all the Girls on the dence in the young girls as they get Run/Girls on Track schools in the dis- stronger each week. trict as they prepare for their big run. 14725 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood ö 440.799.4554 The program culminates with Good luck to all! TUE-THUR 11am - 11pm, FRI-SAT 11am - 12am, SUN 10am - 3pm Brunch, Open ‘til 9pm a celebratory 5K (3.1 mile) race that
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Lakewood Schools Camp Dream Comes True For Future Doctor
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byAnd Paula Reed The Beat Goeshave mastered On the electric strings. In 2013, the Lakewood High Ms. Hankins currently conducts School orchestra program marks 20 four orchestras at LHS, and is adding years under the stewardship of Beth a fifth orchestra next year. When she Hankins and commemorates the joined the LHS staff, there was one 10th anniversary of the renowned orchestra with 20 students. Now nearly Harnold Ramazani and Lakewood High Physics teacher Jennifer Zaremba. Lakewood Project, one of the first high 250 students participate, and the big- by Missy Toms in America. school rock orchestras in the country. gest problem is finding enough room Harnold Ramazani has the ambi- From a young age, Harnold’s par- Classically trained, Ms. Hankins on the stage to seat them all! She is tion, the drive and the heart to change ents have encouraged him to become a admits her knowledge of rock music pursuing a Ph.D. in Music Education at the world through medicine. And doctor; to help people, to heal people, was sorely lacking when she scheduled Case Western Reserve University, and thanks to five generous Lakewood and to have job security. A car accident a field trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of recently added to a long list of profes- High School alumni, he is one step on his 10th birthday changed his per- Fame for a presentation on orchestral sional accolades the Yale University closer to his goal. spective on life. Since that point, he has rock performance. She came away Distinguished Music Educator Award. Born in Albania, Harnold immi- never taken life for granted, and his from that workshop convinced she had Her educational mission includes grated to the United States with his faith in God grows. Now his desire to a new way to connect with yet more the middle school summer Rock On family when he was nine months old. be a doctor is even more purposeful; it kids, and threw herself into planning, camp in which campers play in the Seeking greater opportunity and a will give him a chance to help people organizing and recruiting students. Lakewood Project’s annual Fourth of better education for their children, physically, emotionally, and mentally. Finding rock music already July concert preceding the fireworks; Harnold’s parents won a national lot- In addition to a stellar aca- orchestrated was nearly impossible, and touring with the Lakewood Proj- tery for the chance to start a new life so she also took on the task of scor- ect to other schools statewide to teach continued on page 10 ing music, enlisting students to help clinics. Her reputation has drawn fam- with that task. It was a huge learning ilies with musically gifted children experience for everyone involved, and to Lakewood, and she has motivated it was the already-successful orchestra many students to become music teach- program that allowed the rock orches- ers, performers and composers. tra to grow and thrive. Had students In celebration of the dual anniver- not already been proficient with their saries, on Friday, May 24th at 7 p.m. acoustic instruments, they would never continued on page 10 West Shore Pair Place 1st In State, 10th In Nation In IT Competition by Christine Gordillo Congratulations to West Shore Career-Tech and Lakewood High students, junior Matt Kerrigan, and senior, Dan Twardesky, on their 10th place finish in the national 2013 Cisco NetRiders IT/networking competition Expert emergency care, on May 3. Over 1,800 students from 36 states and Canada competed. more responsive than ever. Kerrigan and Twardesky’s high national finish came on the heels of a The Emergency Department at Lakewood Hospital features first-place finish in the state portion of the latest technology to treat minor to critical injuries and illnesses. the competition. They were one of only As a designated Primary Stroke Center, our team of experts three Ohio teams to advance to the Dan Twardesky (left) and Matt Kerrigan. offers the most comprehensive stroke care on the West Side. And final round. The final round was a live online event broadcast via Cisco WebEx skills as well. The competition consists thanks to a new streamlined process, you can expect reduced with audio, video and chat features. In of a series of online exams and simu- wait times. You’ll feel confident knowing you have easy access to addition to the national recognition lation activities using Cisco Packet Cleveland Clinic world class care whenever you need it. gained from their 10th place national Tracer. finish, Kerrigan and Twardesky each Competitions are offered for stu- lakewoodhospital.org/ED earned a $100 gift card. dents currently or recently enrolled in The NetRiders competitions a Cisco Networking Academy course. provide students with hands-on prac- Cisco Networking Academy tice and experience in a competitive NetRiders competitions utilize Cis- environment, a chance to test their co's Web 2.0 technologies to create an skills and recognize their weaknesses, interactive networking skills contest showcase their knowledge, and cre- that enhances classroom learning, ate interactive networking skills. For unites students from across the world, instructors, this is a great opportunity and promotes further technology edu- to lead students and showcase teaching cation and training.
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Sports Lakewood Soccer Association Travel And Saturday Soccer Programs Still Kick’n It After 30 Years by Jessica Withrow High School, and St. Joseph’s High School. Travel soccer is open to any boy Try Outs Coming! Check It Out. or girl 7-14 years old that desires to play If you think your child is ready more competitive soccer. Unlike our for the exciting sport of soccer then Saturday program, the travel program get ready for this. Lakewood Soccer has separate boys’ and girls’ teams and Association(LSA) is holding tryouts for different skill levels. its travel program. LSA's certified coaches take the BOYS TRAVEL TRYOUTS: player’s game to the next level. Tech- May 13th at LHS Stadium nical skills are often the difference U07-U10 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. between a talented player and a great U11-U14 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. player, and our professionally certi- fied coaches ensure the player has GIRLS TRAVEL TRYOUTS: the opportunity to be great and have May 17th at LHS Stadium fun. We play games against neighbor- U08-U10 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ing Northeastern Ohio communities. U11-U14 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Most games are played on Sunday afternoons and do not interfere with BOYS & GIRLS TRAVEL LSA’s Saturday Soccer Program. MAKE-UP TRYOUTS: GENERAL INFORMATION May 20th at LHS Stadium Fall and Spring league plays 8 per team for pre-approved tourna- soccer.com, to download registration U08-U10 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. games each season for a total of 16 ments. forms. Bring all required information U11-U14 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. games for $220.00 fee and also includes: Travel players receive a 50% dis- with you to try-outs. At least one team practice each count on Saturday Soccer fees. If you have any questions, please If your child is interested in having week with a Certified Coach (usually Lots of fun and lots of great soccer! contact Travel Registrar Maria Pauer fun, improving skills and playing a more 10 per season). Do not delay. Rosters on the travel via email, lsatravelregistrar@gmail. competitive level of soccer or play in One Footskills/Foundations prac- teams fill up fast. com, or at (216) 521-9686. the World Cup, then join our program. tice each week with a licensed soccer Please visit the Lakewood Soccer Have Fun Out There !!! Many LSA travel players go on to play professional (10 per season). Association web site, www. lakewood- for some of the best high school pro- Discounted week-long summer grams in the area, including Lakewood camp for travel players only. High School, St. Edward High School, Goal Keeper Clinics. District Buys 10 AEDs Magnificat High School, St. Ignatius LSA contributes $50 per season/ by Christine Gordillo or student who wishes to get certified. Lakewood City Schools recently “We want to be prepared to be able reaffirmed its commitment to the to respond as best we can in an emer- safety and well-being of its students gency situation,” Corrigan said. by purchasing 10 AED (automated When Corrigan requested the external defibrillators) units for the expenditure, it did not take the admin- www.discount-drugmart.com district. The AEDs, which have been istration long to think about and credited with saving lives when a per- approve the $17,747 purchase for the 10 son on site goes into cardiac arrest, kits. will be installed at all seven elementary “Jeff Patterson and I have both schools and both middle schools as had experiences in our careers where well as the Board of Education offices. seconds made a difference between Lakewood High School and Lakewood the life and death of a student, a staff HEALTH FAIR City Academy already have AEDs. member or a member of the commu- rd District nurse Kathleen Corrigan nity,” Assistant Superintendent Kevin JUNE 3 , 2 0 1 3 spear-headed the effort to purchase the Bright said. “Defibrillators strategi- AEDs. She has been training students cally placed in each of our buildings 1 PM. to 5 P.M. and staff in CPR/AED since November dramatically increase the chance of and has many ongoing classes sched- survival of anyone visiting our build- • Healthy Leg Screenings by Sigvaris with special event discounts uled for the remainder of the school ings and experiencing such a life and and pricing on compression garments year. She will continue her training death encounter.” • Demonstrations of how to get your compression stockings sessions next year as well for any staff on and off with ease
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Sports Lakewood Ranger Baseball Team Continues Their Winning Ways; Team Seeded 2nd In District Tournament by Jay Foran walks, delivering a timely sacrifice The Lakewood Rangers Varsity bunt and taking advantage of an error. Baseball team continued their win- ning ways as they pushed their season Lakewood - 7 record to 18 wins and 4 losses. Their Westlake Demons - 0 West Shore Conference (WSC) record Marty Hartsel delivered his sec- stands at 9 wins and 3 losses, good for ond consecutive outstanding complete 2nd place in the conference. game victory. This one provided some By virtue of their strong record, personal satisfaction to Hartsel. Last the Rangers have been seeded second year during the state playoffs, the in the district for the upcoming state Demons had mounted a comeback tournament. The Ranger squad hopes victory against him and then went on to parlay both it's experience and talent to qualify for the state championship to go deep into this year’s tournament. game. Seniors Eric Roder and Wayne Because of their high seed, the team Naida scored two runs each and soph- will enjoy home field advantage for omore Max Lavisky provided timely as long as they continue to win in the hits, driving in three runs. tournament. Coach Mike Ribar commented, Lakewood - 10 “Our program has come a long way Senior Brian Hrdlicka hits homerun versus North Ridgeville. Elyria Catholic Panthers - 0 fast. Just over three years ago our Junior starter Jameson Foran win-loss record was nearly the reverse. delivered another goose-egg for the the seventh inning and scored Dylan tallies in the final two innings. While this improvement is a testa- Lakewood starting staff, delivering the Bruening from second base. Bruen- ment to my coaches and the support of eigth complete-game win this season. ing, who singled to lead off the inning, the Lakewood Schools and Lakewood Lakewood - 4 The visiting Rangers took control of the moved into scoring position following Recreation administrations, it is even Vermilion Sailors - 1 game by scoring six runs in the second a pinch-hit sacrifice bunt by Jameson Jake Antel took the hill and domi- more a reflection of the hard work inning against the Panthers number Foran. Hartsel struck out eight while nated the visiting Sailors, carrying a and preparation the boys have put one starter. The Rangers mixed four yielding only four hits. no-hitter into the final frame before forth. Without their (and their par- walks, a hit batsman and run-scoring Vermilion tacked a few hits together ents) buy into our baseball philosophy singles by Max Lavisky and junior and pushed across their only run. Max and system we simply would not have Lakewood - 8 Danny Zagaria to stake Lakewood to Lavisky contributed a first-inning RBI improved at the rate that we have.” Bay Rockets - 4 a comfortable lead they never relin- Senior Tommy Fuller picked up single that plated two runs. Lakewood A brief capsule of recent games: quished. the victory in relief of a quality start by played small ball in the 4th and added Lakewood - 0 senior Brian Hrdlicka. Fuller worked two insurance runs by coaxing some Midview Middies - 6 out of a 7th inning bases-loaded, no Eric Lauer, Midview’s senior outs jam in the seventh inning to allow lefthander and one of the area’s pre- the visiting Rangers to capture the vic- mier pitchers demonstrated his 90+ tory in extra innings. In the decisive mph fastball and delivered a no-hit- eigth inning a combination of walks ter against the Rangers. Defensively by Marquise Tyus and Jesus Denizard the Rangers didn’t fare any better as and singles by Jameson Foran and Max they committed a number of untimely Lavisky pushed across four runs. errors that led to four of the runs. Starter Jameson Foran took the loss. Lakewood - 7 Rocky River Pirates - 11 Lakewood - 7 While the Rangers had eked out a Avon Eagles - 1 number of extra-inning wins that was The Rangers rebounded to the not the case on this day. The Pirates Midview loss with a key and convinc- delivered some clutch hits in the first ing victory over the visiting Eagles. extra frame to seal the victory. Tommy Senior Jake Antel pushed his record Fuller took the loss in relief of sopho- to 3-0 with a complete-game 2-hit more Max Lavisky. victory. Seniors Brian Hrdlicka and Saturday MBA Dylan Bruening each chipped in with three hits and two runs apiece. Lakewood - 15 North Ridgeville Rangers - 8 Open Houses Seniors Eric Roder and Brian Lakewood - 1 Hrdlicka each banged a home run in Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin - 0 this runaway victory at North Rid- Marty Hartsel provided a spar- The Saturday MBA program is now registering for Fall geville. The team totaled a season kling complete-game shutout and 2013. The program is designed for working professionals high 17 hits in the contest. Starter and Eric Roder delivered when it counted and can be completed in two years -- every other winning pitcher Jameson Foran was most for the Lakewood victory. Rod- Saturday – one course at a time. provided a 14-2 lead before North Rid- er’s 2nd walk-off hit of the season was Learn more at Open Houses: geville added a number of meaningless struck with two outs in the bottom of Tuesday evening May 28th, 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday evening May 29th, 6:30 p.m. Offering a quality education and convenient location, at The University of Akron in Lakewood. 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Lakewood Is Art Rocking The Summer Away At Vance Band Camps by Betsy Voinovich A couple of years ago, the word -- when the rest of those kids will throughout the day.” He had this to say If you haven’t heard of Chris Vance went around to middle schools and be picking up guitars (or basses, or about Jazz Camp: “It’s different than and Vance Music Studios, you proba- high schools that Chris and his fel- drums, or microphones) because… any other jazz camp in the area because bly don’t get out much. In recent years, low musician-teachers were teaching Vance Music Studios is offering two it focuses on small group playing (like he and his students have been every- “band” or to use its more formal weeks of Rock Camp and one week of a real gig), rather than throwing every- where, from the Front Porch Lakewood description, “ensemble,” in which Jazz Camp this summer, in which every one into a big band. There will be lots of library concerts to all-student shows Vance students would come together camper will get to be in a band—and individual attention.” at local clubs like the Winchester and and try out all the skills they were learn about all the aspects of what that As for instructors, campers will the Phantasy. Chris himself, who by learning in individual lessons in an means. Each band will rotate through benefit from the experience of real all accounts is “a smokin’ bass player,” actual hands-on, live group environ- different activities throughout the musicians, all who hold degrees in (both electric and upright) can be ment, with real band members, real day. Group lessons will be organized music, and who are active as perform- found in his own jazz combo at Vosh rehearsals, and most fun, and chal- by instrument, bands will rehearse ers at a professional level. Rock Camp on Lakewood’s west end, to gigs where lenging of all—real gigs. And suddenly as they gain in skill both individually will be taught by Tim Lane, J. Blues, he fits right in on the bass without every fifth kid walking down Detroit and together. Music Theory classes Carey Viton and Chris himself. Jazz missing a beat with longstanding blues was carrying a guitar case. will outline how music is created and Camp teachers are: Chris Scott, Dave greats, The Numbers Band. Fast forward to Summer 2013- on the most practical level, tech classes Kasper, Carey Viton, Matt Hadaway will allow campers to learn how to care and Chris. 9th Annual "Hair Of The Dog" Fundraiser for and set up their equipment, and the Everyone who participates in Rock at the shelter. stage they intend to inhabit. Camp or Jazz Camp, Chris says, “will continued from page 1 All of this culminates in a chance walk away with some new information local business and designers donate This event draws more than 100 to play a real set before a real audience and skills.” thousands of dollars worth of great local supporters and raises up to in real clubs, The Winchester for the Or as Ian Hunter puts it: “It’s good products, gift certificates, art, and $5000! The auction will feature a range Rock campers, Mahalls for the Jazz for your body, it’s good for your soul. services. They help us continue our of gift packages, including distinctive campers. It’s the golden age of rock n roll.” success in making the Lakewood Ani- merchandise and services, animal- According to Chris Vance, Vance This summer is golden in mal Shelter more than just another city related products, dinners, and tickets camps are different “because of the high Lakewood. pound. Through their generosity and to cultural and sporting events. level and the variety of classes offered your support, CCLAS is able continue This is the best silent auction in our vital role in helping to find homes town! Check out our website at www. for homeless pets, fostering abandoned cclashappyhour.com/ or visit www. Camp Dream Comes True For Future Doctor and orphaned litters, and spaying and cclas.info to purchase your advance continued from page 7 summer for Boston, his first step to a neutering Lakewood’s dogs and cats, in tickets! All tickets purchased in career in medicine. order to minimize the overpopulation advance will come with three compli- demic record, Harnold is very active This fall, Harnold will begin his of homeless animals on the streets and mentary Chinese auction raffle tickets. at Lakewood High School and the studies in pre-med at Cleveland State community as a member of the soc- University. He wants to stay close to cer, tennis, and intramural basketball his supportive family—parents, older Council Considers Improvements teams, H2O, regional honors choir, sister, and 6-year-old brother—and continued from page 3 water management systems which will and the French, Race & Diversity, and be involved with his church. When resolution that would allow the city help the city meet EPA regulations. Barnstormers Drama clubs. He also this busy young man gets stressed, he to use $50,000 from the economic Council referred the matter to the attends his church youth group and knows that if he loves what he’s doing development fund, to help Beck Cen- Finance Committee for consideration. volunteers with its youth ministry. and he has a purpose, he will succeed ter of the Arts repave their parking lot. Coming to the end of the Coun- Harnold’s strongest desire is and grow as a person and a healer. Included in the repavement plans are cil meeting, Council President Powers to become a surgeon. When his Since 1984, the Lakewood Alumni the construction of new, onsite storm- adjourned the meeting at 8:36 P.M. Chemistry teacher, Sidney Peterson, Foundation has aimed to support the recommended that Harold attend the Lakewood City Schools’ tradition of LHS Academic Challenge Team National Youth Leadership Forum providing an opportunity-rich environ- on Medicine, Harold got busy selling ment for its students through advocacy Headed To Nationals candy to raise enough money to pay and financial support. Through the gen- continued from page 7 but still needs to raise $2,500 to cover the tuition fee. Enter Physics teacher erosity of its donors, the Foundation has travel costs and participation fees. If Jennifer Zaremba, who contacted the provided significant funds for student Steve Saed, Peter Schleckman and you would like to contribute toward Lakewood Alumni Foundation to see if scholarships, teacher grants, and school Elliot Smith (captain); junior Hugh the trip, please send your donation to we had any resources to help. Through programs. Become a donor today! Help Campbell; sophomores Laert Fejzur- the team LHS Academic Challenge generous gifts from Dr. Steve and every Lakewood student reach his or her rali and Ben McKinsey; and freshmen Team, 14100 Franklin Blvd., Lakewood Julie Meadows, '90, Dr. Jack and Anne potential by making a tax-deductible Amanda Cabot, Alex Grunder and Fox OH 44107. Checks should be made Huxtable Palomaki, '60, and Dr. Joan gift online at www.lakewoodalumni- Milenski. payable to Academic Challenge Team Palomaki, '64, the Foundation was able foundation.org, or by mail at Lakewood The team secured a generous Fund – LHS. to provide Harnold with the remain- Alumni Foundation, 14100 Franklin donation from the Lakewood Alumni ing half of his tuition fee. He leaves this Blvd., Lakewood, OH 44107. Foundation to help pay for the trip
KEEPING THE MUSICIAN IN YOU PLAYING EFFORTLESSLY! And The Beat FROM THE TONY AWARD-WINNING Goes On WRITER OF continued from page 7 “BILLY ELLIOT” in the Civic Auditorium, there will be an orchestra reunion concert, in which any LHS orchestra alumnus may par- Kathy Sandham Photo:
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Lakewood Is Art BeckFest 2013: A Free Community Festival At Beck by Fran Storch rider packet. For more information Beck Center for the Arts invites visit bikeforbeck.org. its neighbors and the community to Roads will not be closed for this attend BeckFest, a free family-friendly event. Area businesses are encouraged event on Sunday, May 19, 2013 from to participate in this community festi- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the Beck val and the public is invited to attend. Center campus. Participants will enjoy Beck Center for the Arts is located at art activities, cycling themed artwork, 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood. Zumba, yoga, food trucks, and stunt Free onsite parking is available. For cycling performances by 216Bike; as more information about this com- well as musical entertainment on the munity event, please call Beck Center Red Stage featuring Jerry Popiel, Chris Customer Service at 216.521.2540, ext. Hatton, Fireside, The Madison Crawl, 10. and Revolution Brass Band. The following businesses are gen- Cycling enthusiasts may also ride erous supporters of Bike for Beck: Families enjoy the sunshine and great music at BeckFest 2012. in the second annual Bike for Beck, a Vision Source/Madison Eye Care, fundraiser to benefit the arts educa- routes through the scenic Cleveland the bike tour begin at 8 a.m. until 10 Krylon, Aflac, Turner Construction, tion programs at Beck Center. Cyclists Metroparks with snack and water stops a.m. at Beck Center. A $40 registration Dr. Jeffrey Laubmeier, DMD, and choose from 12-, 15- or 60-mile along the way. Rider registration and fee includes a Bike for Beck t-shirt and Lakewood Hospital. New Play By Tony Award-Winning Writer Of “Billy Elliot” “The Pitmen Painters” Takes Center Stage At Beck Center by Fran Storch actors including Equity actors Chris by Lounge Kitty and happy hour priced residents of Cuyahoga County through Beck Center for the Arts proudly Bohan and Dana Hart who appear drinks; as well as browse free gallery Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and the presents “The Pitmen Painters,” May courtesy of the Actors’ Equity Associa- exhibits including Beck Center’s Student Ohio Arts Council. 31 through July 7, 2013 in the intimate tion. “This is a remarkable true story Art Show in the Jean Bulicek Galleria and Beck Center for the Arts is a not- Studio Theater. Show times are 8 p.m. that reaffirms my belief that art can “Pioneering Modernism: Post-Impres- for-profit 501(c)3 organization that Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sun- change lives,” exclaimed May. “I am sionism in Cleveland” (1908-1913) in the offers professional theater productions, days. Tickets are now on sale. thrilled to be working with an excel- Virginia Q. Foley Gallery of the Cleve- arts education programming in dance, Written by Tony Award-winning lent cast that is committed to honoring land Artists Foundation. music, theater, visual arts, early child- author Lee Hall, “The Pitmen Paint- these hard-working blokes who discov- This production of “The Pit- hood, and creative arts therapies for ers” is inspired by a book by William ered their potential through the stroke men Painters” is presented by special special needs students, and free gallery Feaver about the Ashington Group, a of a paintbrush.” “The Pitmen Paint- arrangement with Dramatists Play exhibits featuring local, regional, and group of Northern England coal min- ers” contains brief nudity. Service, Inc. and is sponsored by the international artists. ers who took an art appreciation class Tickets are $28 for adults and $25 and became overnight art-world sensa- for seniors (65 and older) with an addi- tions. Like Hall’s acclaimed film and tional $3 service fee per ticket applied musical “Billy Elliot,” this script tells at time of purchase. Student tickets are another inspiring story about the way $15 with valid I.D. (includes service the arts can change lives and exam- fee). Preview Night on Thursday, May ines the lives a group of ordinary men 30 is $10 with general admission seat- who did extraordinary things. Her- ing. Group discounts are available for alded in London’s West End and on parties of 13 or more. Purchase tickets Broadway, “The Pitmen Painters“ was online at beckcenter.org or call Cus- described by Variety as “a feel-good, tomer Service at 216.521.2540, ext. 10. make that a feel-great hit…inspira- Beck Center for the Arts is located at tional…heartbreakingly funny.” For 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just more information about the Ashington ten minutes west of downtown Cleve- Group, visit http://www.ashington- land. Free onsite parking is available. group.co.uk/home.html. Opening night patrons are invited Beck Center’s production of to Marquee Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. “The Pitmen Painters” is directed by in the Cleveland Artists Foundation gal- Do what acclaimed director Sarah May and fea- lery. Guests may enjoy complimentary tures an ensemble of nine talented area appetizers, free musical entertainment you love
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Lakewood Cares MedWorks &North Coast Health Ministry Partner For Free One-Day Medical Clinic Focused On Primary Care by Jeanine Gergel NCHM is a faith-based clinic referrals and health education to low- dation, Kaiser Permanente, and The MedWorks will partner with that provides and optimizes access to income uninsured individuals and Abington Foundation. North Coast Health Ministry to host health care for the medically under- families. For more information about Med- a one-day primary care clinic on Sat- served on Greater Cleveland’s West This event is made possible by the Works, visit the organization’s website: urday, June 8, 2013 from 9 a.m. until 3 Side. A vital part of the community generous support of our many in-kind www.medworks.usa.org. MedWorks p.m. The clinic will take place at North health care safety net for the past 27 corporate sponsors as well as financial can be reached by e-mail at info@ Coast Health Ministry, 16110 Detroit years, NCHM provides primary care, support from The Mt. Sinai Health medworksusa.org, or by phone at 216- Ave., Lakewood, Ohio 44107. Appoint- prescription assistance, specialty Care Foundation, the Cleveland Foun- 231-5350. ments can be made by calling the MedWorks Appointment Line at 216- 201-9325. Walk–in patients will also be 8th Annual Meet The Trucks Scheduled For June 1 accepted between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. by Julie Derrick ers, snow cones and more available to A special thanks goes out to The The clinic will feature about 30 The City of Lakewood and the purchase. University of Akron-Lakewood, Jun- health care professionals and lay vol- Lakewood Early Childhood PTA are Please bring a canned good to gle Bob, Kiwanis Club of Lakewood, unteers who will provide a broad range excited to once again host the popu- donate to the Lakewood Community Lakewood Family YMCA, Mid- of primary care services. Services lar Meet the Trucks event on Saturday, Service Center. There will be a collec- way OH Boy, Met-Chem, Inc., Ohio will include physical exams, wellness June 1st from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The tion point located in the park along Mobile Gaming, Music Connections checks, lab tests and a small pharmacy. event will be held at Lakewood Park, with other community groups that DJ Services and Zap Entertainment for Each patient will also have the oppor- 14532 Lake Avenue, and is free and will be on hand to provide information helping sponsor this family-friendly tunity to meet with a social worker to open to the public. about their services and events. event. See you at the park! help schedule follow-up appointments Several of the trucks and vehicles through North Coast Health Minis- in the City’s fleet will be on hand to try and other providers for which they explore. They include an aerial truck, Barton Center To Host 7th Annual qualify. All services will be provided dump truck, refuse truck, fire truck, Wine & Cheese Fundraiser On May 23 free of charge. police car, police motorcycle, SWAT MedWorks is a non-profit that pro- vehicles and more. In addition to by Curt Brosky tax deductible). Phone 216-221-3400, vides free healthcare clinics to Ohio’s the trucks, there are many other fun Barton Senior Center will hold its or mail a check to Barton Center at un- and under-insured. Through its activities to explore! There will be 7th Annual Wine and Cheese fund- 14300 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH successful collaborations with hospi- bounce houses, a DJ, raffles, crafts raiser on Thursday, May 23 from 44107. Proceeds will be used to fund tals, corporate sponsors, and medical and balloon twisters. Jungle Bob will 5:00-8:00 p.m. Over 130 attended the many amenities and activities and non-medical volunteers, Med- be presenting two free shows and food last year’s event and this one prom- offered by the nonprofit Barton Cen- Works provides care for its patients will be available. While supplies last, ises to be even bigger and better. This ter, including transportation, health and serves as an access point for those there will be free popcorn and bagels. indoor/outdoor event will be held programs, computer and exercise individuals to the medical community. There will also be drinks, hamburg- in Barton Center’s beautifully land- classes. 0515_VinciConsult_EatCookLoveLaugh2x6_2 5/10/2013 5:44 PM scaped outdoor Courtyard and in To find out more about Ohio’s the adjacent indoor Rotunda. Fes- first senior center or to volunteer, tivities will include wine, heavy hors call the phone number above. Bar- EAT COOK LOVE d’oeuvres, grilled specialties served by ton Senior Center is located on the LAUGH Chef Kevin from Kevin’s Café and ter- Ground Floor of the Westerly Apart- ItalianDinnerParty II rific silent auction items. ments and is open Monday through Enjoy a fabulous dinner and your take- Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. EAT home collection of Italian Signature Tickets are $30 per person ($15 Recipes
Step-by-step cooking tips are revealed by COOK Chef Jim – James Dominic’s Restaurant Books, herbs, crystals, Chef Chad – The Woods Restaurant Chef Cheech – Lou’s Sausage Co. oils, jewelry Lakewood United Methodist Changes Scholarship Fundraiser for qualifying LOVE teachers to attend the National Forum on Character education. Teacher Application The World @ www.VINCIconsulting.us Crafts by Local Artists Vegas Style Musical by Laura Jaissle on May 19, 2013. LAUGH Show with Dom & Russ On Sunday May 19, 2013, The Change the World is a movement Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat: Noon-7pm When Wednesday, May 29, 2013 People of Lakewood United Meth- to connect United Methodists in ser- Where Behind the Woods, Thurs: 6-9pm 21919 Center Ridge, Rocky River OH odist Church and the Citizens of vice with simple acts of kindness to Time 6:30 p.m. Tickets $50 Lakewood Ohio are invited to join build community locally and to fight Deadline: May 22 Your Checks to: VINCI Educational Consulting payment 15729 Madison Ave. • Lakewood together to change lives. We will malaria globally. 8 Bears Run, Rocky River is your 44116 440-356-8055 reservation 216.221.8755 join with other United Methodists Lakewood United Methodist Reservations and Teacher Scholarship Application around the globe to change the world Church will participate by joining with www.VINCIconsulting.us www.goddessblessedinc.com the Lakewood Department of Aging and Lakewood Alive to go to homes around our community and do light Westerly Apartments repairs, yard work such as mow lawns, SENIOR LIVING clean and prune flowerbeds and plant CONVIENTLY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF LAKEWOOD flowers. The event will kick off with ONE Celebrating Our worship service at 10:00 a.m. to com- 50th Anniversary! mission the volunteers followed by A ordable living for Older Adults on a light lunch for the volunteers. The an Active Senior Campus (age 62 & up) teams of volunteers will then leave the church and go to their assigned loca- Visit our Leasing O ce at tions around noon. Volunteers may 14300 Detroit Ave. • Lakewood, OH 44107 wish to bring yard and garden tools, Open weekdays, 9am-4pm or gloves and water bottles. by appointment (216) 521-0053 If you are interested in volun- teering, please contact the Church : . Office at 216-226-8644 or email Rev. Laura Jaissle at PastorLKJ@gmail. com
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Lakewood Cares Chautauqua Brings Battle Of Lake Erie by Hilary Schickler izations during Ohio Chautauqua 2013: sen historical figures. A variety of musical groups, includ- On the 200th anniversary of “When Ohio Was the Western Fron- Each scholar will present two day- ing many of Lakewood’s talented the Battle of Lake Erie, it’s fitting to tier,” at Lakewood Park, June 25-29. time workshops: a youth program at students, will open the evening enter- remember Commodore Oliver Hazard Ohio Chautauqua is a traveling the Beck Center for the Arts (17801 tainment under the red and white tent Perry’s most famous quote: “We have show that presents history in a com- Detroit Ave.) at 11 a.m. and an adult that will be raised in Lakewood Park. met the enemy and they are ours; two pelling form that people of all ages will program at the Lakewood Public Following the music, a scholar will give ships, two brigs, one schooner and one love. Lakewood is the first of five stops Library (15425 Detroit Ave.) at 2 p.m. a living history presentation of one of sloop.” in the state for the event; the schol- Subjects include “Women on the West- five diverse historic figures, each with a Perry will be among five people ars-in-residence will interact with the ern Frontier,” “The Battle of Lake Erie” unique perspective on the “western fron- giving first-person historical character- public as themselves and as their cho- and “Becoming Johnny Appleseed.” tier,” including: naturalist and folk hero Johnny Appleseed, frontier aristocrat Hungering For Music? Margaret Blennerhassett, Iroqouis leader Chief John Logan, Lewis & Clark expe- dition member York, and the hero of the Marrell Music Plays For Hunger Relief! Battle of Lake Erie, Oliver Hazard Perry. Find more information at
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Business News 10th Annual Taste Of Lakewood To Be Hosted By The Lakewood Chamber Of Commerce by Valerie Mechenbier six unique craft beers from Buckeye college-bound high school seniors ing will be available at the east parking The Lakewood Chamber of Com- Brewing, each carefully selected to from St. Edward and Lakewood High lot of the Lake Erie Building (corner of merce is pleased to announce that the complement delicious and flavorful Schools. Halstead and Athens Avenues) and the 10th Annual Taste of Lakewood will be foods from seven of Lakewood’s best- Tickets are $30 (VIP $75) and are municipal parking lot across the street. held on Sunday, June 2nd, 2013. This known restaurants. available at the Lakewood Chamber For more information about this gala gala event, highlighting many of Lake- A portion of the proceeds from of Commerce (16017 Detroit Avenue) event and to see the list of participat- wood’s outstanding restaurants and this event benefits the Lakewood and Nature’s Bin (18120 Sloane Ave- ing restaurants in this year’s Taste of food purveyors, will be held from 4:00– Chamber of Commerce’s scholarship nue) in Lakewood, and also online at Lakewood, go to www.tasteoflake- 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Erie Building, fund, established to reward and assist www.tasteoflakewood.com. Free park- wood.com. Templar Industrial Park (commonly known as The Screw Factory), 13000 Athens Avenue in Lakewood. Layering Tax Efficient Investment Tools: Part 1 The Taste of Lakewood, supported in the future. spend. by our Caviar Sponsor Cleveland Mag- by Jonathan Clark Part 1 of 2: Layering Tax Efficient IRA’s, Pro: During your work- Roth Conversion, Pro: This was azine, has grown over the past nine Investment Tools might be a valuable ing years you might be in a position the hot topic a few years back. Roth years to become a regionally-recog- strategy for portions of your wealth to set some excess money away for Conversion is the ability to take all nized “Don’t Miss” food event. The as we look into the future. There are a retirement. IRA’s as well as other or a portion of an existing IRA, pay venue provides an opportunity to part- variety of tools that can lead to some retirement plans offered through the taxes now and convert it to a Roth ner with the Screw Factory Artists, who sort of tax efficiency such as: IRAs, your employer allow you to set that IRA. Example: In 2012, you had an will have their studios open during the Roth IRAs, Roth Conversions, Tax- excess money in a place where you IRA worth $100,000 you decide to event. Sample delicious food, enjoy live Free Municipal Bonds, Annuities, and won’t pay tax on the contribution wave the wand and covert it to a Roth music, enter to win fabulous themed Life Insurance. There is not a tax crys- until you take it out. Although the IRA. When filing your income taxes raffle baskets, visit open artists’ studios tal ball to tell advisors and CPAs what initial tax deferral is a nice benefit, for 2012 you will need to add $100,000 - be a part of the 10th Annual Taste the income tax structure will look like the real power comes from the com- to your income taxes for the year. of Lakewood that will showcase 26 of 10 years, 5 years, or even two years pounding effect on the growth of the Wait 5 years before taking a distribu- Lakewood’s award-winning food des- from now. What we do know is that IRA. By compounding effect I mean tion and you will have a tax-free Roth tinations! we are currently at historically low tax the interest on the principal plus IRA. There are no Required Mini- New for the 10th Anniversary of rates and government debt continues interest on the tax deferred growth. mum Distributions once converted. the Taste of Lakewood: a “Beer Tastings to increase. A case can be made that Con: Retirement accounts can grow If the $100,000 grows to $200,000 it & Pairings” VIP Hour from 3-4pm, potential tax increases in the future are to be quite substantial in size. At age is all tax-free. Con: In the exam- presented by our VIP Sponsor Buckeye a strong possibility. With that thought 70 ½, the government requires that ple above, you would add $100,000 to Brewing Company. Learn more about in mind, here are some strategies that retirees start to take a minimum dis- your 2012 income tax return…..ouch. beer and food pairings as you sample in some cases can create tax flexibility tribution from the total of their IRAs. There are ways to soften some of the At times that distribution may not be tax burden, but that maybe the big- wanted because it could cause up to gest mental roadblock when deciding 85% of social security payments to be to convert or not. Investment choice taxed. The other risk posed by IRA’s once converted is an important fac- tax deferral is the possibility of tax tor. Imagine paying taxes on $100k in rates increasing in the future. 2012 and then having that 100k worth Roth IRA’s, Pro: Like the IRA, only $70k in 2014 because of a market Roth IRA’s are contributed to during downturn. your working years. The choice here IRA’s, Roth IRA’s, and Roth Con- is the decision to pay income taxes on versions are three tools if used correctly the contribution during the year it was may add tax flexibility to your wealth. earned. In exchange for paying income Age, current and future income, health, taxes now the Roth IRA will grow family, and account values collectively income tax free as long as certain rules create a profile to guide you through are followed. This means that most the pros and cons of these tools. I do distributions after age 59 ½ will be believe moving forward that some income tax free. Roth IRA’s do not have individuals and families that position a Required Minimum Distribution parts of their wealth in tax efficient like the IRA. That is a crucial benefit vehicles will find they will have more during retirement. At your passing, choices down the road when funds are heirs will have the option to keep the needed for retirement. These strategies account as a Roth IRA. Con: Finding would likely work best with the help of a con for the Roth IRA is challeng- a tax professional. ing. One difficulty is having the cash Part 2 of this article will address flow to contribute to the Roth and pay Municipal Bonds, Annuities, and Life income taxes. Also, if you have a higher Insurance as tax efficient alternatives. income you will be phased out or not Jonathan M. Clark, Investment be permitted to contribute. Another Advisor Representative www.clark- thought, if the investment choice for financialadvisory.com Investment the Roth IRA decreases in value, it is Advisory Services offered through Brook- possible that you could end up paying stone Capital Management LLC, an SEC taxes on money that you never get to Registered Investment Advisor. 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Business News Lakewood’s Cortney Kilbury Wins Inside Business’s 2013 Athena Award by Casey Ryan confident and goal-oriented, but also Cortney Kilbury, a Lakewood resi- approachable, respectful, and a genu- dent since 2003, was recently named ine pleasure to be around. She credits Inside Business Magazine’s Athena her family for her drive and success. She Award winner for 2013. The Athena says she knew early on she didn’t need Award is given annually to one indi- to be a doctor or teacher or minister vidual each from Cleveland and to help people or have a positive influ- Akron (among other cities national ence on others. Her mother was a school and international) who has attained principal, is currently a professor in Las and embodies the highest level of Vegas with her doctorate and a recently professional excellence in their pro- published book to her credit. Her father fession, has devoted time and energy runs his own successful home building to improve the quality of life for oth- and renovating business. ers in their community, and actively “They were always very support- assists women in realizing their lead- ive and encouraged me to do my best ership potential. Ms Kilbury received at whatever I did, sports, art, whatever her award at Inside Business’s Athena it was, they encouraged and supported Awards dinner on May 2. Kibury working with kids in the community. me,” Kilbury says. “I’m really honored to have won,” As a result, despite her numerous Kilbury said. “Some pretty amazing zip-lining, scuba-diving, and hang- the Winking Lizard, Kilbury enjoys so honors and accomplishments, people people have won this award, and to be gliding. She lettered in volleyball, much of what is Lakewood – Buckeye are what matter most to her. mentioned with them is really hum- basketball, and softball in high school. Beer Engine (“love their burgers!”), “Relationships are more impor- bling to me.” While earning her Bachelors Degree Melt, Einstein’s, and of course Angelo’s tant to me than anything,” she says. Athena is the Greek goddess of wis- at John Carroll University she played Pizza. As an artist herself, she is a big dom, courage, and inspiration, and if lacrosse and raced on the ski team. fan of Beck Center and the work they you know anything at all about Cortney Kilbury still plays several sports and is do in and for Lakewood. Kilbury, you realize the award is quite an avid golfer. She participates in sev- And later this year, after a trip to apropos. As Director of Marketing and eral charity runs and obstacle-course Peru to hike Machu Picchu, Kilbury will Communications for Cuyahoga Met- style runs each year, and is a member cross off one more continent of places ropolitan Housing Authority, Kilbury of CMHA’s Corporate Challenge team. to visit. She is an avid traveler, with the works on publications, organizes events, As we have lunch at the Winking Liz- stamps of 25 countries on her passport and serves as media spokesperson. She ard on Detroit Road not far from her including Italy, Egypt, the Netherlands, earned her Executive MBA at Cleve- home, she downs water and lemonade Australia, and the Phillipines. Antarc- land State University in 2012 (while as part of her training for the upcom- tica remains, but, she says, “I may make working full-time) and then became ing Rite-Aid half marathon. it there too someday!” that program’s spokeswoman as well “Gotta stay hydrated,” she says. One might think a person with so as the youngest member of CMHA’s Kilbury is also an accomplished many accomplishments, honors, goals, executive leadership team. Kilbury artist, having done several commis- and experiences would be a hard-driv- works tirelessly to provide things like sioned pieces for various clients. Most ing, type-A personality. But Ms. Kilbury Cortney Kilbury and Shequetta Wash- neighborhood computer labs, a Junior notably, she was one of 60 Ohio art- is anything but. She is ambitious and ington at the Athena Awards Banquet. Olympics, and other community devel- ists chosen to design her own artwork opment projects, often in conjunction using an electric guitar as a canvas for with other organizations such as the the Rock-and-Roll Hall of Fame and Cleveland Foodbank. Museum. She used a fused glass pro- “I really love the work that we do,” cess that produced a stunning and fully Kilbury says. “I know I’m in the right playable Gibson Epiphone electric gui- place because I’m making a difference tar that was sold at a benefit auction for with the people that we serve.” $2000. She has also painted several out- One of the people she is making a door murals for CMHA and local parks. difference to is Shequetta Washington. Much of her training for all those The two met at a CMHA YouthBuild races and events is running along Lake meeting, and have been close ever Avenue and Edgewater Drive, close to since. Kilbury is helping Washington the house she owns. And in addition to develop and perfect her writing and acting skills, as well as obtain her GED. “Her involvement in my life has basically meant the world to me,” says Washington. “I want to have a name in the world and she’s helping me do that. She’s opening so many doors for me, and words cannot even explain how I appreciate her.” In addition to her work with CMHA, Kilbury is also a member of more than ten different local organi- zations and participates in numerous volunteer projects every year. She has organized food drives for the homeless, helped implement CMHA’s Healthy Living Program, and mentored numer- ous interns and other young people. But Kilbury’s accomplishments are not limited to her professional life. She has run marathons, completed an Olympic distance triathlon, and done
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Pulse of the City Concerning Our Mothers... The 20th century may well have by Gary Rice impact on our lives than the influence been marked by some of the great- of our mothers. est disputes known to humanity, but “Mother’s Day Work Clubs” for those Sunday in May to be Mother’s Day. An While most of us probably have one holiday, created at the dawn of purposes back then. Ironically, in her older tradition from England had been endearing memories of our childhood, that century, enjoys universal support later years Anna Jarvis reportedly dis- known as Mothering Sunday. it should be noted, with sorrow, that around the world. That holiday, of approved of the commercialization of Traditionally, carnations have some people do not share such memo- course, is Mother’s Day. the holiday. been worn in many churches on the ries. They might not have experienced Although days honoring moth- Another famous woman, Julia occasion of Mother’s Day. Red car- the love and support of a caring mom, erhood have possibly been known in Ward Howe (composer of the words nations were worn by those whose for any number of reasons. My heart the world since time immemorial, the for the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”), mothers were still living, and white goes out to those people. For those oth- first known American commemora- had written a “Mother’s Day Procla- ones were worn by those whose moth- ers whose loving mothers have passed tion occurred in 1908 through the mation” in 1870 encouraging peace ers had passed on. on, my heart goes out to them too, for I efforts of one Anna Jarvis. Jarvis had on earth, although she was unable to In The Pulse Of The City, we am in that category. wanted to honor her own mother, who attain official recognition for a “Moth- spend a great deal of time discussing I was one who had a beautiful had worked in the areas of sanitation er’s Day for Peace.” the various issues and people impact- mother, Betty Rice, who was the light and assistance for wounded Civil War In 1914, the United States Con- ing our lives in different ways. I can of my life. She’s been gone nearly nine soldiers. Anna’s mother had organized gress passed a law declaring the second think of nothing that has a greater years now, but she lives in every thought that I have and action that I do. Our life together was a precious blessing. The Rotary Foundation Awards Over $40,000 wonderful lessons that she brought to my life will always be with me. ognized at an awards ceremony and vices Center for building modifications to by Lynn Donaldson Happy Mother’s Day to all of the reception at the Beck Center. accommodate its mental health services Over $40,000 from the Lakewood- mothers who share the pulse of this The Beck Center’s visual arts and outreach. Cornucopia Inc. (Nature’s Rocky River Rotary Foundation will city. The rest of us would not even be program also received $2,500 for club- Bin) was awarded $3,000 for assist with be used to provide scholarships, rec- here without you. ognize student achievement, purchase sponsored scholarships, and $1,300 was expansion of its job training program. dictionaries, and fund grant requests used to continue the club’s commitment Providence House will receive made by Lakewood and Rocky River to provide a dictionary to every third $2,500 for its medical crisis nursery. community organizations. grader in Lakewood and Rocky River. Additional community service The awards focused on three main Other grants for youth-related grants were awarded to: North Coast areas – community health and wellness, programs were awarded to: Mathew’s Health Ministry, Lakewood Hos- food and nutrition, and programs that Lending Library, Lakewood Commu- pital Foundation, Trinity Lutheran encourage and foster youth leadership. nity Recreation, H2O (Help to Others), Community Outreach, Rocky River The Rotary Club of Lakewood and the American Youth Foundation Assistance Program, Lakewood Chari- and Rocky River began presenting the programs at Lakewood and Rocky table Assistance Corp., and Lakewood awards on March 25, when student River high schools. Meals on Wheels. winners in the club’s annual speech, This year’s largest grant of $5,000 was The club Foundation’s assets grow music and art competition were rec- awarded to Lakewood Community Ser- each year as the result of gifts, dona- tions and bequests by members and Carabel Beauty Salon & Store friends of the club. The local club was chartered in We support your good looks at Carabel Beauty Salon. 1926. Rotary International is the world’s Hi lights, perms, relaxers, clean up cuts, face framing layers, Bows, combs, flower head first service club organization, with more bands, braided headbands. than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs in more than 160 countries worldwide. Call 216 226 8616 for an appointment Love your Free Private Parking. Check with Id or cash RI’s polio eradication project, begun in
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Lakewood Living Lakewood High School Grad Fights Hunger One Meal At A Time by Julia Millman Squad in the Quad, an interactive event A typical college class consists of that attracted thousands of students and lectures, quizzes, exams, and lots of involved games, food, fun, and plenty of homework. And while that classroom information about the Food Bank. drudgery is necessary and reward- Bag drops both on and off Pitt’s ing, Julia Millman, a 2009 graduate of campus have raised significant dona- Lakewood High School, is enrolled in a tions. Bags were left on door handles much more hands-on and unique class encouraging residents to fill the bags called Projects in Marketing with food donations and leave them out The class has organized into a to be collected by the Hunger Squad. working marketing agency, called Pros- Students also collected donations at InMotion, and is working with Greater Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Pen- Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to guins games. take a significant bite out of hunger. Through various media outreach According to Julia, “I used to think tactics, the class’s efforts have been high- food banks were small time opera- lighted on local Pittsburgh television tions run out of someone’s garage, but Julia Millman at Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. and in newspapers. Because of its expo- after a visit to the Greater Pittsburgh sure to the ProsInMotion campaign, the Community Food Bank my outlook Motion Public Relations Department, that it is simple, effective and reward- Community Relations department at changed completely.” has collaborated with the class on You- ing,” Millman says. the University of Pittsburgh has reached Feeding over 120,000 people Tube videos, print advertisements, The One Meal at a Time campaign out to the class for ways to make the in the Pittsburgh area each month, campaign events, media relations, has involved students from all over cause of ending hunger a permanent the Food Bank is a the largest food social media and various guerilla campus in an effort to raise aware- presence on Pitt’s campus. assistance agency in southwestern Penn- marketing tactics as part of an overall ness, donations, and hopefully ongoing Through hard work and dedica- sylvania. After learning how many integrated marketing campaign titled student involvement. Thousands of tion to the cause, the students have people--children, seniors and working “One Meal at a Time.” members of the Pitt community have become very involved with the issue of families-- go hungry in this area, ProsIn- “There is often a feeling among joined the “Hunger Squad,” an action- hunger and hope to carry on the One Motion decided it wanted to take action students that a small donation isn’t oriented super-group of college Meal at a Time sentiment even after against hunger and encourage the rest of enough or there is just not enough time students, faculty, and staff who have the campaign is over. By the end of the the Pitt campus to get involved as well. to help. One Meal at a Time expresses banded together to fight hunger in the semester, ProsInMotion estimates that Julia, a member of the Pros In the sentiment that anyone can help and Greater Pittsburgh area. it will have collected nearly $7,000.00 The Food Bank asked the agency to and close to 1,000 pounds of food. devise a series of unique campaign tactics For more information about One Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast to draw the attention and interest of Gen Meal at a Time, please visit our website, Y. The Hunger Squad Cooking Compe- onemealpitt.com, and like and follow At New Location May 19 tition, an Iron Chef-style event, featured its Facebook and Twitter accounts! belongs to the French Toast and Pan- by Gordon Brumm student organizations using typical Food Together, we can help end hun- cake Breakfast. The Lakewood Kiwanis Breakfast Bank items to concoct delicious meals. ger... One Meal at a Time! on May 19 will be at new location this Although this event has been pre- ProsInMotion also hosted Hunger year- Lakewood Catholic Academy. sented unchanged for many years, it What season is Lakewood Kiwanis will take place at a new location this season? It’s a trick question: Kiwanis year, namely, Lakewood Catholic offers a different fund-raising event Academy, 14808 Lake Avenue, just to every season. Spring, specifically the the west of Lakewood park. The day is balmy but exhilarating month of May, Sunday, May 19. The time is 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The menu features pancakes (regular or blueberry), French toast, We Lose sausages, juice and coffee. For French toast and pancakes, the “all you can Another eat” sign is out. Tickets are $7.00 apiece, and can Give us a call. Good One be purchased from any Lakewood Together, we can maximize Kiwanian or at the door. Children 5 Mark M. Breck your output in a single bound. and under are admitted free. 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Lakewood Living Hens In Lakewood Is Your Liaison From Coop To Kitchen by julia Toke Ward 1 More than 70 Lakewood residents David W. Anderson recently gathered at a public forum (216) 789-6463 held on Sunday April 28th, 2013 at [email protected] Lakewood Public Library. Attendees Ward 2 heard a proposed ordinance presented Thomas Bullock by the Hens In Lakewood, to legalize a (216) 337-1318 limited number of small backyard hen [email protected] flocks for personal, non-commercial use. Hens in Lakewood, presented in- Ward 3 depth research and a detailed outline Shawn Juris for the proposed ordinance. Speakers (216) 906-8432 at the forum included experienced hen [email protected] keepers, agriculture education special- ists, and realtors, all of whom answered Ward 4 audience questions. Mary Louise Madigan Currently ordinance 505.01 pro- (216) 228-9578 hibits hens in the City of Lakewood. [email protected] The mission of the Hens in Lakewood is to propose a new ordinance creating At Large a city based application and approval Brian E. Powers process that would issue revocable per- Residents attending the forum at Lakewood Public Library. (216) 496-3238 mits to a limited number of residents [email protected] to raise hens within the city limits of same superiority in taste over a store- group Hens in Lakewood please email: Lakewood. The ordinance if passed bought egg just as a backyard tomato [email protected] Monique Smith would initially allow twelve Lakewood at the peak of ripeness has over a Media inquires please contact is (216) 529-6055 households to raise between one and store-bought tomato in January. Julia Toke: 216-535-9152 - hensinlake- [email protected] eight hens. After the initial three years “Hens in Lakewood is your liaison [email protected] the total number of people allowed to from coop to kitchen.” If you would like hens to be raised Ryan Nowlin own hens would be thirty-six out of If you are interested in more infor- in Lakewood please email or call your (216) 712-7582 fifty-two thousand Lakewood resi- mation about the ordinance or the city council person. [email protected] dents. These approved residents would be required to get training, submit a quality site plan, and be subject to Hen Hopeful: Maggie Parks demonstrate the ability to maintain a clean, odor-free, and humane site. by Annie Stahlheber Lakewood? Cities as large as New York, Chi- Happy spring from the Hens in I grew up in Lakewood and moved cago and San Francisco and as small Lakewood Committee! We are high- back in 2011. as Hudson, Ohio allow hen keeping. lighting another fine Lakewood “hen Eggs produced by hens in backyards hopeful” so that Lakewood neigh- Why do you choose to live in are organic and hormone-free. bors can learn about who wants hens Lakewood? Backyard hens tend to eat a more and why. Here is another wonderful I live in Lakewood for a few rea- natural diet, including greens and Lakewood native sharing her point of sons. I grew up here and loved it, and insects. Their eggs have yolks that view on the popular issue of responsi- I still think Lakewood has the best fea- are brighter yellow or orange, have ble hen-keeping in Lakewood. tures compared to the rest of the west a firmer texture, and have a taste side suburbs. I like that Lakewood that is fresher and more delicious What street do you live on? is socioeconomically and culturally than any egg from a grocery store— Cranford Ave. diverse, and that nearly everything I including organic store-bought eggs. need is biking distance. Also, I’ve got An egg from a backyard hen has the How long have you lived in a big backyard for gardening and won- Maggie Parks, a Cranford Avenue derful neighbors. resident and Hen Hopeful.
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Lakewood Living Market Update: What’s Hot In Lakewood Real Estate by Chris Bergin 17% between $150 - $200,000 once again in all price points. a peak in July/August. If you recall It’s May 7th, and the Lakewood 12% over $200,000 So, where could we use more from past articles however, we have Real Estate Market remains active Year to date 119 homes have sold inventory? Of the 96 homes for sale on been hovering around the 100 market with single family homes in demand. and transferred. The breakdown: the market, there are: each and every month this year. Qual- Currently there are only 96 homes for 44% under $100,000 35% under $100,000 ity homes, priced appropriately, are sale in the market. So where could we 28% between $100 - $150,000 39% between $100 - $150,000 selling quickly. use more inventory? I’ll tell you in a 17% between $150 - $200,000 13% between $150 -$200,000 Now is the time to contact a pro- moment... 11% over $200,000 14% over $200,000 fessional and see how your home stacks Currently there are 65 homes Of the 119 homes sold since Jan- There is a shortage of quality up in the current market. You may be under contract. The breakdown: uary 1st, nearly 30% have sold AT or inventory between $150 -$200,000. We surprised by the results. As I’ve said 35% under $100,000 OVER list price! Yes, we are seeing typically see an increase in inventory before, your home may be worth more 35% between $100 - $150,000 multiple offers and sales over list price each month starting in February, with than you think. I’ve been asked often lately if now is a good time to try a “For Sale By Owner”? My response.....”No way!” With nearly 30% of sales going at It’s Time To Stop And Smell The Rose or over list price sellers need to expose their home to as many buyers as pos- Garden! sible to realize the best and highest by J R Pandy covered with flowers. tects plants from disease and insects for offer. Having a professional provide Roses are awesome plants with Roses need sun and a minimum of up to 6 weeks. Simply mix 2 ounces in a maximum market exposure is the only many rewards for their owners: rose 5-6 hours is best. A well-drained soil gallon of water and dump on the roots assurance you will get true market plantings last for many years and are and fertilizer are required for optimum of your plant. The active ingredient value for your home. beautiful, fragrant and available in a performance. 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And remem- like what you would see at a florist. spent flowers and prune above the first This tag team combo will assure you ber, you can always track home values Floribundas are bushy shrubs with 5-leaf set below the flower. This is the have awesome roses for years to come! and neighborhood activity at www. flowers on every stem instead of just best area to prune to encourage more Enjoy! HomeValuesInLakewood.Info. one. Grandifloras are single stem roses blossoms. Use a bypass pruner to make J R Pandy is the “No BS Gardener” Chris Bergin is a licensed real estate with multiple flowers. Climbers are a clean cut so you are not tearing the at Pandy’s Premier Garden Center. For agent with Prudential Lucien Realty more aggressive and, with a little help, stem. Wear gloves, as most roses do answers to questions, email JR@pandys- in Lakewood and may be reached at can be trained over an arbor or on a have thorns and could scratch you. gardencenter.com [email protected]. trellis or fence. 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