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Volume 3, Issue 15, July 24, 2007 A Life Lost Too Soon by Tim Kanak cow gave an emotional eulogy that included a story of Shawn’s band con- Robert Shawn Joslin tribution. “He was the band manager, March 2, 1981 – July 7, 2007 but one of his dreams was to be on the Robert Shawn Joslin, who was 26, was field with everyone else. We allowed laid to rest Friday, July 13 at St. Joseph’s him to play the tuba and he made it Cemetery in Avon. He was buried a mere his own. Although he wasn’t as musi- 30 feet in front of his son, whom was born cally inclined as some of the others, four months premature and lived less than you would never know it. He played his a day. Most citizens did not know Shawn, heart out,” stated Mascow. but those who did, loved him. Although he was only on the field Three viewings were held between half a season, playing the tuba, the LHS Wednesday the 11th and Thursday the band was a vital piece of Shawn’s life. 12th at Busch Funeral Home in Fairview “He was so passionate about everything; Park. More than 60 people attended the from the band to sports to holidays and wakes and over two hundred attended karaoke. He absolutely loved karaoke,” the funeral. The Lakewood High said his sister Jeni Joslin. His favorite School Band also attended with a spe- song to sing was “I Love This Bar,” by ing of Shawn, many have shared their Shawn when we were in high school. cial tribute to Shawn. country music star Toby Keith. memories of his spirit, his heart, and He was a regular at the record store LHS Band Leader Bryan Mas- Since the tragic and untimely pass- his never-ending zest for life. “I knew I used to manage. He was extremely sweet and always smiling, just a really Starry Night Party Of The Year great kid. He was someone you were always glad to see,” said Laura Klasa. For A Great Cause - Diabetes Dan Slife described Shawn as a by Jim O’Bryan for the Lakewood Arts Festival scholar- “Friend” or $150 “Celebration” levels. stand-up citizen. “He was a year ahead of Set aside Friday, August 3rd for ship fund as well as our new Diabetes Sponsorship opportunities are also avail- me at LHS, but he was such a good guy. the return of Starring Night at the Center, and made great inroads on Dia- able. A VIP reception will be held from He was involved in the marching band Lakewood Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic betes Awareness. This year we will have 6 to 7p.m. for sponsors and those pur- and volunteered in the community. He Hospital. Starry Night is a Lakewood an open house where Starry Night party chasing tickets at the “Celebration” level, will be greatly missed,” said Slife. Hospital fundraising event which helps goers will be able to see first hand the where they can mix and mingle with Ron Salo, Shawn’s guidance coun- to support the fight against diabetes, new diabetes center,” said Gustin. acclaimed artists and enjoy various cre- selor at Horace Mann Elementary, enhancements at the new Diabetes The New Diabetes Center will be ative activities. Raffle baskets containing spoke of how Shawn had been on Chan- Center, and the Lakewood Arts Festi- open for tours during the Starry Night hundreds of fun items, including a Len nel 3, WKYC (the local NBC affiliate), val scholarship Fund. Last year’s Starry event, marking its grand opening. With Barker autographed baseball, 4 season about six weeks ago, talking about the Night was the best of Lakewood’s sum- the opening of the New Diabetes Cen- tickets to the Browns, a wood model of Cavaliers. “He was a huge fan of Cleve- mer season outdoor parties and events. ter, Lakewood Hospital continues to Municipal Stadium, a Holiday Inn pack- land sports’ teams. He had a great sense Jack Gustin, president of Lakewood expand and increase health services age worth $350.00 and much more will of humor and was able to laugh at him- Hospital, who generated the idea for offered in our community. The center be auctioned at the event. self. He was the kind of kid who always Starry Night, recently reflected on last will serve diabetes patients in Lakewood What about food, you ask? There wanted to help everyone around him.” year’s event in an interview. “Jim, it was and surrounding communities. continued on page 2... a great event last year, we raised funds Tickets can be purchased at the $100 continued on page 2... In This Issue Lakewood Arts Festival Coming August 4 News & Events...... 2 on Detroit Ave. between Elmwood and conducts the selection process. The goal Belle. is to create a mix of exhibitors, including City Council ...... 4 The Lakewood Arts Festival is a painters, printmakers and photogra- nonprofit organization that administers phers, sculptors and jewelers, ceramists Lakewood Library ...... 5 the show with the help of a hard-working and glass artists, as well as artists who Lakewood Health News...... 6 team of volunteers and the cooperation work in leather, wood and fiber. of the city of Lakewood. The festi- Through the help of local business Lakewood Opinion...... 8 val supports itself entirely with money funding, awards are presented to art- raised by artists’ fees, donations from ists in these categories: Best Creative Schools & Sports...... 10 community merchants, sponsorships Presentation, Best New Artist, Best of Pulse Of The City...... 12 and T-shirt sales. Besides supporting Show, and First, Second, Third and the festival, funds donated by patrons go Fourth Place. Chef Geoff...... 13 directly toward a scholarship for a local A fine line-up of musical enter- high school graduate pursuing a degree tainment is scheduled throughout Lakewood Perspective ...... 14 in fine arts. Additionally, grants are the day. The information booth at the Minding The Issues...... 16 awarded to organizations that present intersection of Warren and Detroit will art programs for children and seniors in have a list of times for entertainment. Lakewood Arts...... 17 Lakewood. Festival T-shirts are available for pur- More than 350 artists apply to chase there as well. Lakewood Real Estate.... 18-19 The 30th Annual Lakewood Arts exhibit each year and 160 are selected. For a complete artist listing and Classifieds...... 20 Festival will be held on Saturday, Each artist submits slides of his or her other information, visit www.lakewo- August 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. work and booth, and a panel of artists odartsfest.com.

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“Shawn was not only a fan of Cleve- other siblings and friends are also plan- land sport teams, he was borderline ning to ink themselves in his honor. obsessed,” said his brother Christopher. Perhaps the saddest news of all is that He went on to say that Shawn loved all Shannon Anderson, Shawn’s girlfriend sports, but especially the Indians. “He of two months, is pregnant, possibly loved them so much that he worked with his baby. The family will not know at Jacobs Field as an usher for about a until early to middle September, when a year. He always wanted to try out for DNA test can be performed. the major leagues, but felt like he was The family wants everyone to a part of the team and the games when remember Shawn for whom he was, he was working,” stated Christopher. not for the way he died. “He loved Jeni, one of Shawn’s sisters, is life no matter what anyone thought. sporting a new tattoo. It is a huge red Whether he knew people or not - rose with a cross coming out of it and the - he would talk to everyone. He just The ‘Men Of Independence’ At Lakewood Park initials R.I.P. on it. The bottom of the tat- loved people. He loved his family and too has a scroll with his name on it. The friends more than life itself.” “The Men of Independence barbershop chorus grace the stage of the Lakewood park band shell, conducted by Tom Scott. Lakewood residents Dan Lenahan and Dave Wing Seeks Open Ward 3 Council Seat Slife performed with both the chorus and The Sunshine Committee (yellow shirts), their skillfully harmonious barbershop quartet. The Lakewood Park Sunday evening Citing concerns about the direction includes serving on the Citizen’s Advi- concert series continues next week with Ernie Krivda & the Fat Tuesday Big Band. of the future of Lakewood, Ward 3 resi- sory Committee for Community All Sunday evening concerts are free and open to the public and begin at 7:00. Go to dent Colleen Wing has thrown her hat Development Block Grants, Chairper- http://www.ci.lakewood.oh.us/citynews_press.html for the season schedule.” in the ring to replace longtime Coun- son - Lakewood Early Childhood PTA’s cilman Robert Seelie. As a mother of Legislation and Bylaws Committees, Red Cross Blood Drive At Winterhurst Ice Rink two, Wing believes that Lakewood has and also serving on the St. Luke’s Par- Winterhurst Ice Rink will be the site for the American Red Cross Blood so much to offer as a community but it ish Council. Colleen and husband, Eric Drive this summer. The date for this drive is Saturday, August 23, 2007 will take involvement from its citizens have two sons, Benjamin and Nathan between 10:00 am and 2:00pm. All donors will receive a certificate for one and effective leadership. and reside on Bunts Road. admission to any public skating session at Winterhurst ice Rink. Wing’s community resume Going Birdy On Manor Park Your Independent Source for by Tobin Northrup these large (around 14 inches high with Lakewood News & Opinion a wingspan of approximately 2.5 feet) The LAKEWOOD OBSERVER is pub- A few months ago we noticed we predatory birds! We were told that they lished biweekly by Lakewood Observer, Inc., 14900 Detroit Avenue, Suite 309, had no song birds feeding from our don’t cause much of a threat, though Lakewood, OH 44107. birdfeeder outside our picture window. they do eat chipmunks, squirrels, rob- After finding dead sparrows and chip- ins, jays, and an assortment of other 216.228.7223 Vernice Northrup munks in our driveway, we discovered small animals, and will mostly likely Copyright 2006 that some Cooper’s Hawks had decided relocate after awhile. Lakewood Observer, Inc. to nest in our backyard. On 4th of July So, anyone driving down Manor also been spotted in the area). Perhaps All rights reserved. Any reproduction is forbidden without written permission. weekend, we saw more of them nest- Park may happen to see hawks in the air the additional wildlife will encourage (and perhaps a few rabbits or an occa- drivers to take it a bit slower on the road! Publisher ing in our neighbors’ tree in their front Jim O’Bryan yard. So far we have seen at least 4 of sional deer in the lawns, as those have Sincerely, The Northrups Editors in CHief Heidi Hilty & Dan Slife ADVERTISING Deadline For New Homestead Exemption Is October 1st ; 216.228.7223 Advisory Board Contributing wide average will be $400 lower taxes per QUALIFIED HOMEOWNERS MUST Kenneth Warren Writers Take Action Now! Steve Davis Mazie Adams year per homeowner. THE ABILITY TO APPLY BY THIS DATE. Heidi Hilty Stan Austin The New Homestead Exemption is APPLY FOR THIS NEW PROGRAM Homeowners should contact their D.L. Meckes Dele Balogun Jeff Endress a tax benefit available to all Ohio hom- FOR 2007 ENDS ON OCTOBER 1, SO tax professionals for information. Donna Blakesmith Dan Ott Gordon Brumm eowners who are over 65 years old or Dan Slife Bret Callentine permanently disabled. Here’s how it ‘Starry Night Party’ continued from page 1 Editorial Board Mike Deneen works: regardless of income, qualified Emily Hilty Nadhal Eadeh will be a competition between the vari- to you by the generous support of four seniors and disabled Ohioans can shield Vincent O’Keefe Jeff Endress ous kitchens of the Cleveland Clinic major sponsors: Regency Construc- Kim Paras Lynn Farris up to $25,000 of their home’s market value Andrea Fisher regional hospitals. This is not your tion, Donald Martin’s Ambulance, Joe Rafidi from property taxes. So, if your home Heather Ramsey Maggie Fraley typical hospital food. Imagine a series Anthem Insurance and the Cleve- Dr. Chuck Greanoff is appraised at $190,000, you can shield Casey Ryan of large, specialty buffet tables. Last land Clinic Western Market regional Karen Schwartz Kris Griesmar $25,000 and your tax bill will be assessed year, there were a staggering number of hospitals -- Fairview, Lakewood and Beth Voicik Andrew Harant as if it were worth $165,000. This is NOT Alex Ippolito items to choose from. Lutheran Hospitals. Make no mistake, Webmasters tiered to income: no matter what a home- Tim Kanak Included among the many items I have been to many parties in my life, D.L. Meckes Karen Kilbane owner’s income, he or she can still qualify Rami Daud offered last year were some of the most but Starry Night will once again be the Kathy Lewis for the full $25,000 exemption. The state- Dan Ott Kelly McGrath mouth watering lamb chops I have best night out in Lakewood this sum- Photography Mike McNutt ever tasted, and I have tasted many. So mer. You can bet on that. Come enjoy Ivor Karabatkovic Mark Moran Edina Cosic is looking for her I just had to ask, “Jack, will the lamb the festivities, while helping a good David Lay Tobin Northrup Rhonda Loje Helen Oshaben father, Mustafa Cosic. He is 65 chops be back?” Jack chuckled and cause at the same time. I hope to see Robert Overman Production said, “Our AVI team has put together you all there. Gary Rice and according to Edina his last Brian Simko another phenomenal menu represent- You can purchase your tickets Dan Slife known address is 1446 Mars ILLUSTRATORS Andy Tabor Avenue. If you have any infor- ing the different eras of Lakewood online at www.lakewoodhospital.org/ Gary Dumm Kenneth Warren mation about Mr. Cosic and his Hospital’s 100-year history. I promise starrynight or by calling the Lakewood Laura Dumm Julie Wiltse current whereabouts, please you won’t leave hungry.” What a great Hospital Foundation at 216-529-7009. The views and opinions expressed in this contact city.editor@lakewood- time the party was. Expect no less on Checks and credit cards are accepted. publication do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the publisher and staff. observer.com. Thank you. August 3rd. For more event information, contact This year’s Starry Night is brought the Lakewood Hospital Foundation.

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years

Starry Night Lakewood Arts Festival Kick-off Event

Join us as we help create brighter futures!

Friday, August 3, 2007 6 to 7 p.m. | VIP Artist Reception 7 to 10 p.m. | Cocktails & Gourmet Food Stations 14519 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood

Mingle with friends, enjoy music under the stars at Belle and Detroit Avenues, and dine on several types of cuisine, all while helping to raise money for two worthwhile causes:

• Diabetes Services at Lakewood Hospital • The Lakewood Arts Festival Scholarship Fund

Throughout the evening: Guided tours of the new Diabetes Center, raffles featuring artwork from our VIP artists’ collections and more!

Visit lakewoodhospital.org/starrynight or call 216.529.7009. Personal check and/or credit card accepted.

30 Year Anniversary Ticket prices begin at $100.

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campaign website that one of his accom- plishments is that he supported the It’s Blowin’ In The Wind “scientific prioritization” of street repair. Council held its last meeting Stan Austin Finally, have you been wonder- ing about alternative energy sources? before an August recess on July 16. The City Council Reporter traditional resolutions from Mayor Energy for homes generated from the Thomas George and council following noted that Lakewood must be marketed a surplus is sometimes realized. The sun, wind, and geothermal have been the Fourth of July Parade were pre- to potential and existing residents. A money for these projects is provided by receiving increasing attention in the last sented. In this case Dr. Richard Parks, strong need exists for coordination of strictly defined bond issuances and any few years. Lakewood Observer read- Pastor of Lakewood United Methodist marketing initiatives. surpluses must be spent on paving proj- ers might remember an extensive and Church was commended for his duties In the rental area the group made ects as defined by the financial note. ambitious Lakewood Park renovation as Parade Grand Marshall. Another several recommendations including Director Pae requested that the several proposal made by resident Savannah resolution welcomed Pastor Michael annual inspections of rental property, hundred thousand dollars be applied Farris two years ago had a strong ele- Bartolone and Lakewood Chapel at establishing customer-focused build- to the next in line streets on the City ment of wind generated power. their new home on Warren Road. ing department policies, encouraging Engineer’s pavement condition report Michael Dever (at large) thinks that Under new business the Housing renters to be owners, and help for land- which prioritizes street repairs. it is time for the city to get some guidelines Advisory Panel issued its report. A year lords in finding tenants. Ryan Demro (ward two) objected on the books for Wind Energy Facilities ago the Grow Lakewood Committee Housing can be an economic indicating that he wanted additional (windmills). These requirements would identified housing as a key issue for Lake- development opportunity. This can time to look at the priority of streets on include structures in Lakewood and as wood’s economic vitality. The task of the be accomplished by establishing an the list. Council president Robert Seelie far as two miles out on Lake Erie. panel was to analyze the multitude of aggressive policy of employee residency (ward three) in heated comments said Dever’s proposal then outlines issues surrounding housing and develop through incentives. Also included of Demro’s request “this is so disingen- various criteria for turbines such as a plan and make recommendations to would be the establishment of a land uous or you simply do not understand placement, size, appearance, electrical preserve and grow housing values. bank and promotion of energy efficient the workings of government.” equipment and safety, and setbacks. Steven M. Ott took the challenge of new construction. Nicki Antonio (at large) said “we Readers might also note that the chairing this group, with over twenty To improve housing condition of all agreed at one time that this should County and State have started programs volunteers with backgrounds from real Lakewood’s 100 year old housing stock be the process. We have already had an to encourage wind turbine development. estate, city departments, bankers, and the group emphasized the continuing opportunity to discuss this.” Perhaps Dever’s proactive approach developers serving on this committee inspection program which was begun It will also be noted that Demro could set the table for innovative wind and issued its final report. In his letter to three years ago along with the creation who is a candidate for mayor lists on his turbine projects in Lakewood. council, Ott said that the first task was of a homeowner education program. “to put our arms around this enormous Next on the evening’s agenda, topic.” The group defined four broad a routine request from the Finance First Federal Of Lakewood Sponsors The areas of study: Marketing and Public Director was caught in a whirlpool of Relations; Rental Markets/Properties; political currents. At the end of pav- 15th Annual Classic At Mastick 5k Run Housing as an Economic Development ing and construction contracts final First Federal of Lakewood is proud cross country teams preparing for Opportunity; and Housing Conditions. bills come in and through efficiencies to sponsor the 15th annual Classic at the fall season.” Under marketing, the committee on the part of the city and contractors Mastick 5K Run on Wednesday, August The entry fee is $15 per runner, 8th at the Mastick Woods Picnic Area with cash awards for the top three over- in the Rocky River Reservation of the all finishers for both men and women. Cleveland Metroparks. The men’s race is The first 450 entries receive a compli- set to begin at 6 p.m., while the women’s mentary tote bag and all runners are race will begin at 6:45. The entry dead- eligible for the post-race prize raffle. line for runners is August 2nd, 2007. Runners can register by mail (post- As part of its sponsorship, First marked no later than August 2), with Federal of Lakewood will award Clas- registration form and a check payable sic at Mastick Scholarships to several to “The Classic At Mastick,” atten- area high school senior runners, based tion: John Nakel, Race Director, 35281 on nominations from high school cross- Saddle Creek Dr., Avon, OH 44011. country coaches. The scholarships will be There is no race day registration. For a presented in November at First Federal of registration form, visit: www.hermesc- Lakewood’s corporate headquarters. leveland.com. “First Federal of Lakewood’s part- First Federal of Lakewood, with 12 nership with the Classic at Mastick locations in Northeast Ohio, has total supports fitness and education in our assets exceeding $1 billion. Founded communities, and is a fun event we look in 1935, First Federal of Lakewood is forward to each year,” said Gary Fix, a community savings and loan insti- First Federal of Lakewood president, tution with a deep-rooted tradition of CEO, and managing officer. “It is financial strength, stability, and integ- a great event for casual runners, as rity. Visit www.FFL.net for additional well as avid runners and high school information.

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Lakewood Public Library Lakewood Public Library: A Period of Transition by Kenneth Warren and access to the lower level. Therefore, Access to an expanded Technology These spaces will be assigned for pub- making your way to the second floor Center, with 80 computers, will resume lic use upon completion of the renovation. While the public’s reception to the will seem cumbersome and unnatural on the second floor upon completion of Again, the final six months of new library has been immensely posi- for now. Upon completion of the ren- the renovation. this phased project will be a period tive, seeing the beauty and civic scale of ovation in early 2008, a sky-lit grand The Quiet Room, Study Rooms of improvements, limitations and the design by Robert A.M. Stern Archi- stairway and two additional elevators and Meeting Room transitions. I apologize for any incon- tects, there several limitations and will serve as logical and primary points During the renovation period venience. Your continuing patience transitional aspects due to the phasing of access to the second floor. these spaces will serve temporarily as and support are appreciated. of the project that may detract from Technology Center office and staff areas. an initial impression of the design and functionality of the program. A phased project imposes limita- Middle School Summer Reading Open tions and demands flexibility. As the staff and public adjust to these chal- lenges over the final six months of For Discussion this phased project, kindly bear these by Andrew Harant an optional program to assist stu- for Youth Advocates,) suggest that the points in mind: dents with ideas for their journaling. best school summer reading assign- Circulation Desk Once again, Lakewood Public In 2004, Horace Mann offered partici- ments provide students with numerous The Circulation Desk is centrally Library and Lakewood City Schools pation in a discussion at the library as different options for assessment, with located in the hallway on the first floor. are teaming up to provide middle an accepted way of completing their book discussion groups being a favorite Staff work and sorting space is quite school students a quick and fun way assignment. Librarians in Children’s option. Not only do book discussions limited at this time. to complete their summer reading and Youth Services and Madison provide a platform to develop the skills Children’s and Youth Services assignments—participate in a book Branch conducted the book discus- mentioned above, it also creates a shared Only a very small segment of space discussion group at the library. After sions in July and August. Names of the experience among the group members, is currently available for the collections selecting one of eight titles from the students who participated and dem- engendering solidarity among students. and programs of Children’s and Youth middle school list for which the library onstrated to the librarians that they Each Tuesday and Thursday eve- Services. The Children’s Computer is offering discussions, students simply had completed their reading were for- ning from July 24 through August 16, Connections Room is open for service must read the book in its entirety and warded to the school at the beginning Lakewood Public Library will offer a on the first floor. participate in the hour-long book dis- of the upcoming school year. In 2004, discussion on one of the novels from First Floor (New Books, Maga- cussion to fulfill their assignment for 147 students completed part or all of this summer’s middle school reading zines and Audio-Visual Media) the summer. There are other options their assignments this way. Last year, list for all incoming sixth, seventh and In addition to new books and for students, but this is the quickest. both Harding and Emerson Middle eighth graders at Harding and Garfield magazines, CDs, DVDs and videos will (It’s also very educational, as it requires Schools offered the book discussions to Middle Schools. All programs begin at be temporarily located here on book literary analysis, critical thinking, fact their students as well. 7:30 p.m. and will be held in the Audi- shelves. These materials will be relo- recall and public speaking, but don’t Summer reading assignments torium in the basement of the Madison cated upon installation of audio visual tell that to the kids.) help limit what experts term “sum- Branch. For a schedule of book titles, to fixtures on the second floor of the ren- The book discussion program, mer learning loss,” a drop in skills register for a discussion or to ask ques- ovated building early next year. called “What Novel Ideas!,” was and abilities that occurs when school tions, please call the Madison Branch at Access to the Second Floor (Ref- piloted in August 2003 in partnership is out, especially in reading and math. (216) 228-7428 or check the library’s Web erence, Fiction, Non-Fiction and with Horace Mann Middle School as Many sources, including VOYA (Voice site at www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.com. Newspapers) Due to the phased nature of the Harry Potter Is Having A Birthday Party And You’re Invited project, access to the second floor is only possible through a stairwell in the by Andrea Fisher book in the series last week. What better trivia contest to test their Harry Potter northeast corner of the building and an way to honor the beloved J.K. Rowling knowledge with prizes awarded for the elevator in the south entry. This eleva- The Harry Potter frenzy has over- series than to celebrate the birthday highest scores. A “Wizard Duel” game tor’s primary purposes are to serve the taken the world this month with the of Harry Potter. While the actual date was created for the event and is simi- materials movement to the second floor release of the fifth movie and the final of the wizard’s birth is July 31st (also lar to the “War” card game, which will Rowling’s birthday), the Children’s allow fans of all ages and skill to com- Library Events Calendar and Youth Services department of the pete in a luck of the draw showdown. Lakewood Public Library is celebrat- The library is also hoping to involve Make the library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring ing one week early on July 25th from 5 some community partners to join in stories, activities, music and crafts for children. Our staff will provide materials and to 8 p.m. at Madison Park. The whole the excitement of Harry Potter and to ideas for families wishing to continue reading and storytelling at home. The pro- family is invited to attend the Harry help out with activities at the event. grams are free and there is no need to register in advance. Choose the day and time Potter Birthday Bash which will fea- Spirits are high in the city, not only most convenient for you. ture a variety of enchanting activities for Harry Potter, but with the great new Upcoming Themes: July 27, 28 and 29 for wizards, squibs and even the aver- library facility. “We are happy to be Beat the Heat August 3, 4 and 5 How Many? *Day Time* age muggle. Attendees are encouraged celebrating Harry Potter, the end of a Friday 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. to come in costume and enter the cos- fantastic series of books. But we are also Saturday 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. tume contest which will award prizes celebrating the reopening of the main Sunday 2:00 p.m. In the Madison Branch auditoriumHARRY POTTER BASHWiz- for the best-dressed wizard kid in their library,” said children’s librarian Audrey ards and muggles of all ages are invited to Madison Park to celebrate Harry’s birthday respective age group. There will be four Sumser. While the magic of Harry Pot- with costume contests, trivia, games and much more. Bring the whole family!Wednesday, separate age groups for the costume ter exists in a far away fantasy, the magic July 25 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Madison Park Pavilion WHAT NOVEL IDEAS! Book contest, which will include high school of the enjoyment of reading for the whole discussions for students sixth through eighth gradeNeed to read before school begins? students and adults. For the experts family lives in the hearts of many, and is Choose from the following books and participate in book discussions designed to help who seek a challenge, there will be a the idea behind the birthday celebration. with your summer reading assignments. Books must be read before the program to par- ticipate. to register, please stop in or call 216.226.8275 ext. 140 July 24 Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer Thursday, July 26 The Lightning Thief by Rick RiordanTuesday, July 31 The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamilloThursday, August 2 Surviving the Applewhites by Stephanie S. TolanTuesday, August 7 Son of the Mob by Gordon KormanThursday, August 9 Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief by Wendelin Van DraanenTuesday, August 14 When Zachary Beaver Came to Town by Kimberly Willis HoltThursday, August 16 Hole in My Life by Jack Gantos 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the Madison Branch

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Lakewood Health News Fitness On A Budget by Karen Kilbane Turn on the television – Check tact your human resources department Walk them to the park, play a game of out your local public access television to find out what is available to you. freeze tag or dance to upbeat tunes. You’ve decided to start exercising. station’s schedule to see what fitness Say “no” to exercise foods – Don’t Expensive machines and high-priced Your family and friends are supportive. programs air on a regular basis. Jazz spend money on highly advertised equipment are never necessary for a work- Your motivation is soaring. But, your Cardio Strength Stretch airs on Cox sports drinks and foods. Just add a little out. If your budget is slim, try getting pocketbook is too lean to meet the Cable in the Lakewood area. peanut butter on a banana to achieve a active in inexpensive ways. The results demands of most fitness programs. Buy the basics – You don’t need carbohydrate and protein combination will be greater than money can buy. Don’t despair! You don’t need to hefty machines for resistance training. that will give you the energy you need. Jazzercise, created by Judi Sheppard join an elite gym or purchase a state- Purchase a set of dumbbell weights and Talk to an expert – Your budget Missett, is the world’s leading dance- of-the-art treadmill in order to achieve a resistance band. You can even change may not allow for a personal trainer, fitness program with more than 6,800 a fitter you. There are dozens of activi- the difficulty level on your resistance but consider making a one-time instructors teaching 30,000 classes weekly ties that you can do for free or minimal band, as you progress in your fitness appointment. Participate in one group in the U.S. and around the globe. Since charge to increase your fitness level. level, by changing the amount of slack training session at a local gym or one 1969, millions of people of all ages and Jazzercise Founder and CEO Judi that you hold in the band. Personal Touch class at your local fitness levels have reaped the benefits of Sheppard Missett recommends these Investigate your insurance plan Jazzercise facility. Learn how to per- this comprehensive program, designed inexpensive fitness options: – Many insurers and corporations form moves safely and effectively, then to enhance cardiovascular endurance, Go back to school – Many colleges negotiate discounted rates with local you can replicate the workout at home strength and flexibility. For more infor- and universities offer non-student gyms to encourage employees to exer- on your own. mation on Jazzercise classes in Lakewood memberships to their gyms and ath- cise. Some employers will even pay the Make it a family affair – If you and Rocky River contact Karen Kilbane at letic facilities for a low rate. gym’s monthly fee on your behalf. Con- have kids, join them in their active play. 440-356-0337 or [email protected]. Walk it off – Walk, run or climb stairs in the great outdoors. Try walk- ing along trails in your city park or Upcoming Events For Youth At The Lakewood YMCA map out a route through your neigh- There are two important dates to tional league. The 5-14 year-old age can be used at the August 11th event borhood. You may even want to find remember for the Lakewood YMCA group will have practices during the for activities such as the Bounce House, several routes, so you won’t get bored coming up in August: On August 6th, week with games on Saturdays. Rippa Pie in the Face, Water Balloon Toss, and making the same trek day after day. we will open registration for our two Rugby is a league for all age groups and many other activities, including hot dogs Rent a video – Select a video that Fall Youth Leagues; and on August 11th will include a half hour practice before and pop for lunch. matches your current fitness level. we will be hosting a Back To School games on Saturdays. For more information about either Your local library may even have exer- Family Rally. On Saturday, August 11th, the of the Youth Sports Leagues or the Back cise videos that you can rent for free. The YMCA is offering two Fall Lakewood YMCA will be hosting a Back To School Family Rally at the Lakewood Look for a video with the endorsement Youth Leagues for children ages 3 to To School Family Rally from 10am-1pm. YMCA, contact Paul Rogerson: 216- of a reputable organization, such as the 14. Flag Football is available for ages 3- The Lakewood YMCA is accepting dona- 521-8400 or progerson@clevelandymca. American Council on Exercise or the 14 and Rippa Rugby for ages 5-14. Flag tions of school supplies until August 7th. org, or stop by the Lakewood YMCA at American College of Sports Medicine. Football for ages 3-4 will be an instruc- By donating, you will earn tickets that 16915 Detroit Avenue. Bloo and Cox Take Over Lakewood YMCA by Kelly McGrath

years This past Friday, Cox made a big SPLASH at the Lakewood YMCA! Cox and the Cartoon Network hosted a free Dive-In Movie at the Y for members of the community. Kids splashed around Welcome and watched a Cartoon Network reel before Bloo came out for a visit and hugs. There were giveaways and fun for Cory Fisher, D.O. all. Evan and Alex (pictured left) each won a prize from Cox and Cartoon Family Medicine Network that included a Bloo back- pack, notepad, water bottle and three months of Cox High Speed Internet We are pleased to welcome Cory Fisher service. to show our commitment and involve- D.O., to the Lakewood Hospital medical staff. As a family “I loved watching a movie in the ment in the communities we serve,” practice physician, Dr. Fisher can treat patients from newborns pool,” said Audrey, one happy movie- stated Kelly McGrath, Public Affairs to geriatrics. His special medical interests include pediatrics, goer. “It was so cool to see Bloo at the at Cox Communications. “It was fun preventive medicine and osteopathic manipulative therapy. pool and I loved the tattoos and Fris- to see the kids splashing around in the bees!” water while watching a movie. They Dr. Fisher earned his medical degree at the Ohio University “This is yet another way for Cox thought that was so cool!” she added. College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his special training at Summa Akron City Hospital. Lakewood YMCA Offers Group Dr. Fisher joins David Brill, D.O., in the Lakewood Cycling Classes Hospital Professional Building, Suite 260. Enjoy same-day appointments as well as quick call back to all inquiries. Experience the ride of your life Classes are on-going and free with in a Group Cycling class at the new your YMCA membership. Come Lakewood Family YMCA. You will check out the new wall mural in the To schedule an appointment with Dr. Fisher, please call encounter slow climbs, short sprints, Lakewood Family YMCA’s Cycling 440.356.3640. and recovery spins for a time effi- Studio painted by the YMCA’s own cient, high calorie-burning workout. Ed Libal. This new mural will give The class is designed for all fitness you the feeling of riding with the pack lakewoodhospital.org levels because it allows you to con- in a race. Check it out today at the trol your own pace while benefiting new Lakewood Family YMCA, 16915 Your Life is Our Life’s Work. from the group atmosphere, motivat- Detroit Avenue, or call 216-521-8400 ing music, and professional coaching. for class days and times.

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Lakewood Observer Beware - Ohio Passes Weak Eminent Domain Reform Law Most Homes in Lakewood Could Be Blighted by Lynn Farris and Julie Wiltse interpretation used. If any two of the Is located in an area of defective codes? This condition endangers all following vague criteria are met, your or inadequate street layout: Our street our property since Lakewood updates Ohio, along with states across the home could be blighted. layout plans (which homeowners have its codes on a regular cycle. country, has been working on new laws Dilapidation and deterioration: no control over, but rather is a govern- Faulty lot layout in relation to size, to protect the property rights of its The Ohio Supreme Court ruled in ment function) were deemed adequate adequacy, accessibility or usefulness: citizens since the US Supreme Court’s Norwood v. Horney that the use of and adopted years ago. Do those origi- What does faulty lot layout mean? Who Kelo vs. City of New London Eminent the word “deteriorating” was void for nal street layout plans, which are often make that determination and based on Domain Decision. At the end of June the vagueness, yet it appears again in a highly sought after for their tranquility, what objective criteria? While it is true Ohio Legislature missed the opportu- variation on the theme in the state law. now justify the blight designation and that the new law requires 70% of the nity for real reform and instead passed The use of the words “deterioration” and the use of eminent domain? Many parcels in a neighborhood be blighted one of the weakest eminent domain “dilapidation” do not give the property million-dollar homes on the lake are for properties to be taken by eminent reform laws in the nation according to owner any clearer understanding of at the end of dead end streets. Would domain, the above conditions illustrate the Institute for Justice. Companion what is expected of him then did the they be considered blighted under this how easily any Lakewood neighbor- legislation that would have put a Con- use of the word “deteriorating”. condition? Would homes on streets hood could be blighted. In the May stitutional Amendment on the ballot Age and obsolescence: At what that now dead end into I-90 or Clif- 2004 election about 70% of Lakewood that would have required local govern- age does a house or building fit this ton Boulevard be considered blighted voters said the West End was not ments to conform to this lawalso failed condition? Is it 5 years, 10 years? under this condition? blighted, yet as illustrated above, the to pass. Now because of Home Rule Does this condition include the lack Overcrowding of buildings on State’s blight definition includes all the local governments are free to continue of the amenities of modern construc- the land: How may buildings per acre same blighting factors used in the West to use their own rules or establish new tion such as two-car garages, two and constitute overcrowding? Who makes End Blight Study. rules on how blight is defined and how a half baths, central air and at least this determination and based on what There are some good reforms eminent domain will be used. three bedrooms? With technology in objective criteria? How do you differ- in the new State law that address The Ohio Supreme Court ruled the building trades advancing so rap- entiate between neighborhoods with important issues including just com- unanimously one year ago in Norwood idly, couldn’t any building be blighted homes built on small lots and so-called pensation, appraisal and procedures v. Horney that right to property is a using this condition? cluster homes? Again, vagueness and when your property is taken by emi- fundamental right. The Court also Excessive dwelling unit density: subjectivity permeates the state law nent domain. But because of the weak ruled that a law must be clear and What is meant by excessive dwelling with the inevitable result being the loss blight definition your property can be understandable so that citizens can unit density? Who makes that determi- of our property and our rights. taken from you for economic develop- obey the law. It is the state’s definition nation? Lakewood zoning codes include Non compliance with building, ment under the pretext that the city of blight that gives cause for concern. a high-density multi-family designa- housing or other codes: If a home or is removing blight. Beware Lakewood The vast majority of Lakewood tion. How do you distinguish between business is built or established meeting property owners; you property rights homes could be blighted using this Lakewood’s high-density wording and all code requirements, does it become are no more protected today than they new definition depending on the the state’s word excessive? blighted when the city changes its were in 2004.

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Conservationism Vs. Progressionism: Can The Two Co-exist? by Mike McNutt high gas prices. One less date with the a little for ourselves? sustainability while still carrying the wife, one less ice cream outing with the A while back I was thinking about banner of “manifest destiny,” but in a In the last few years all of us have kids, one less pizza night – all of the the inception and westward expan- new “green” direction. noticed that the world is becoming things we enjoy doing. It has become sion of our great country. We held Conservationism is to maintain the smaller. I remember at a young age clear to me that my dependence on high the banner of “manifest destiny.” health of our natural world. Progress is feeling that the corners of the globe gasoline is essential to my life. I need We wanted to conquer and engineer to move forward or grow. Progression- were mystical and ancient, majestic to go to work. I need to buy my grocer- everything. We wanted to build, build, ism is the process of moving forward. and intriguing, remote and very far ies which have been transported across and build some more. In 200 years we I once heard the following quote: away. But recently I have found evi- state lines. I need to have my garbage have been able to create some incred- “Vision without action is a daydream; dence to the contrary. As I drive my picked up. All of these services and ible things: the Empire State Building, action without vision is a nightmare.” Volkswagen Jetta to the filling station, items are in some fashion dictated by the Hoover Dam, the National Park We often do things without knowing I am still amazed that finding gas for the price of gasoline. However, as our System, and the Panama Canal. But the consequences of our actions. For $2.86 is, in today’s terms, a bargain. cost of living continues to increase, our as we expanded, so did the rest of the instance, when you wash your car on It never occurred to me that my fam- wages and income stay the same. So world. We are now at a tenuous cross- your driveway, do you know where the ily budget would become governed by how can we get ahead? How do we save roads between pioneering a new era of water goes? It goes into the gutter in the street. But what about after that? There is a whole infrastructure underground Sicko: At Least the Title is Right called the storm sewer system. This is a by Mark Moran way they make a living. One especially boom of that decade, for which the Clin- network of pipes that carry water away riveting scene is a clip of Dr. Linda Peeno, tons could then take credit. from our roads, and is completely dif- The cause of publicly funded national a former medical director for a managed And certainly Moore’s depictions ferent from the pipes that carry water health insurance, derided and betrayed care company, testifying before a stunned of healthcare in Canada, England and from our toilets and sinks. This water and postponed for forty years, has never Congressional panel that she had person- France are shamelessly one-sided. No flows, untreated, to the nearest stream. lacked for enemies or misfortune. ally been responsible for the deaths of one is getting “free” healthcare—cit- Therefore, the soap from washing your And now (so I thought) along patients for whom she had denied care, izens of those countries are taxed car will ultimately find its way to Lake comes Michael Moore, who paid his in the interest of corporate profit. heavily, and France’s economy has Erie. “So what?” you might ask. After country such a disservice with Fahren- Another strength of Sicko is that, ground to a halt under the burden of its all, you are only one person, right? But heit 911, with his new movie, “Sicko,” uncharacteristically, Moore doesn’t massive social welfare network. As for what happens when thousands of peo- to demonstrate that good causes can only demonize the insurance indus- Cuba, we can rest assured that Moore ple do it on the same day? That’s a lot attract the worst of friends. try, but turns an accusing finger would have had to search a lot longer of soap! Except that Sicko is not that bad, back on his audience. “What have we to find a Cuban doctor working in state Benefits from conservation or not as bad as I was expecting. Part become?” he asks following a devastat- controlled communist dictatorship practices are not just valued in the of what makes Sicko work is the fact ing sequence depicting the dumping of willing to admit on film that things on ecological sense. Communities are that, for the most part, Moore manages indigent patients by a Los Angeles hos- the Island aren’t wonderful. beginning to recognize the associated to keep his ego out of the picture. Well, pital onto skid row. In contrast to this Healthcare is a problem, every- worth of those natural resources with not quite. The last quarter of the film moral squalor is the attitude expressed where, because medical progress increases in property values, reduc- has him pulling one of his trademark by Canadians and Brits and French continues to offer new, more expensive tions in municipal infrastructure costs, stunts, hauling ailing 9-11 volunteers citizens who state as a matter of course ways to push back death and master dis- and increases in the quality of life of off to Guantanamo Bay for a taste of that, naturally, everyone receives basic ease; meanwhile people continue to get residents. The “free” services offered Cuban style “free” healthcare. medical care. “That’s just the way we injured, get sick, and to die. No health- by Mother Nature not only benefit the The other thing that makes this do things,” the Canadian gent said. care system can change that, it can only environment by providing biological movie hard to dislike is that he has But skepticism is always advisable ration the suffering fairly or unfairly. habitat, but also offer floodwater stor- chosen such a ripe and easy target. when watching a movie by Michael Still, his interviews with doctors age, erosion control, nutrient removal, Everyone—everyone—knows that the Moore, who is not a stickler for facts. and citizens in those countries may and recreational opportunities for American for-profit healthcare system One of his grosser misrepresentations— help to puncture the myth, born of communities. is unsustainable in its current state. there are more than a few—is about the fifty years of mis- and dis-information, None of us are purposefully doing While it is true that a Canadian style Clinton healthcare proposal. He touts that the people of Austria, Belgium, things that harm the earth. Only single-payer national health insurance Hillary as a hero and the healthcare Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, now are the consequences of our past system is still a minority preference, plan that failed as a heroic endeavor. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, the actions becoming apparent. Did we and many people are vehemently My own opinion is that the Clin- Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, have vision long ago? Absolutely. opposed to it, nobody is happy with ton plan was one of the worst things Sweden and the United Kingdom--citi- Are there things we could have done the status quo. So it could not have to ever happen to the cause of national zens who inexplicably like and support differently? Of course. But the ques- been hard for Moore to find American health insurance. The Clinton plan was their healthcare systems—are dropping tion now arises, how do we balance patients who have been damaged by many things—some of them good— like flies in the street or else languishing growth and maintain the health of the insurance industry, or doctors who but it was not publicly funded national in dingy socialist waiting rooms of dis- our earth so as to avoid a nightmare despise the current system, or laborers health insurance. It was a huge pri- eases they would otherwise be treated in the future? What are we willing to in the insurance industry who hate the vate managed care industry plan with for if they could only get coverage by an change in our personal daily routines a vast overlay of government regula- American insurance company. that can have a cumulative positive tion. The insurance industry vilified it What a joke. The American for- impact on our earth? How do we cre- i l h o u e t t e as “government controlled healthcare” profit healthcare system is in shambles ate a sustainable infrastructure for SDANCE & FINE ARTS because it didn’t want the regulation, and is not going to last. The CEOs renewable energy? How do we change but how many people know that the of the largest insurance companies an ideology that revolves around Clinton plan would have privatized the know this—they know this—and so individual best interest, rather than Medicaid program? do many Americans who are hale and the common good? In the end it failed, and the Ameri- healthy and have benefited from qual- Since the earth is the only planet Come And Meet can people got stuck with managed care ity medical care here. On the way out in our solar system that can sustain Miss Donna without the government regulation. of the theater I asked an older couple life, it is in our best interest to recog- What followed was a shameful period who were leaving—they looked like nize the need to change our course AGES 3–Adult in the 90’s, with the insurance and man- Mr. and Mrs. Well-to-Do from, maybe, from consumption to conservation. Ballet Hip Hop • • aged care industry free to control costs Avon Lake—what they thought of the Our society will continue to grow, and Tap Acro • • Jazz Breakdancing by slashing doctor fees and withholding film. “Makes me want to move to Can- with that growth, important decisions • • Pointe Cheerleading care. Healthcare costs were held in check ada,” the lady of the couple said. “It was will need to be made. 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CCLAS To Host Guest Speaker August 7th Are You And Your Pets Prepared For A Major Disaster? by Donna Blakesmith pared should something bad happen Dog owners, do you know, right now, their owners to the shelter until all -- but what does all this have to do where your dog’s leash and collar are? was safe again. One woman just could As a nation, as citizens of this with CCLAS (Citizens’ Committee The Animals’ Disaster Team is not stand the thought of leaving her planet, we have watched many catas- for a Lakewood Animal Shelter)? Let activated when called by the person of cat behind, perhaps in harm’s way, so trophes unfold. We were warned of me tell you! On March 20, CERT had the safety force, in charge of trying to she took the cat with her anyway. Our Hurricane Katrina, and as I saw the a speaker, Sue Gundich, from the Ani- handle an emergency, or by another warden, Mike Stewart, had to go to the devastation, my heart ached for those mals’ Disaster Team. As she talked, she official of the community, such as the shelter and retrieve the cat, ensuring who survived the winds and water, but told us what many of us already knew. mayor. As she put it, once you begin to the owner that he would take care of it, whose lives were forever changed. I We watched the aftermaths on TV, evacuate people, her team steps in to and bring it back to the Lakewood Ani- cheered for the heroes, and prayed for where although the people were evac- evacuate their animals. This force goes mal Shelter until she could pick it up. their continued strength and mental uated, animals were left behind and into homes to gather them, and owners Our Shelter is a little shelter (for stability as they mopped up that mess. their owners were frantic. We read sto- can help the process with a little fore- now!). We have only seven dog runs, Because of events like Katrina, and ries of people who refused to leave their thought. Carriers are at a premium. and fifteen cages for cats and other 9/11, our communities were told to pre- homes, choosing to brave the coming If you have yours available, one your furries, such as bunnies, ferrets, etc. pare ourselves. We were told to gather storms, rather than be separated from pet already knows, one with informa- If Lakewood had a lengthy evacua- people who could be called upon to help their pets. She told of a little town that tion and medical history attached (in a tion due to some disaster, or potential our safety forces in case of emergencies had to be quarantined, and all the peo- waterproof container), life might be eas- disaster, there would not be enough and disasters. Lakewood has done this, ple taken to shelters, because of a toxic ier for your pet until you are reunited. room or supplies to handle very many and we proudly have our Community spill. As the clean-up dragged into Get your animals microchipped!!! animals. This is where the Animals’ Emergency Response Team. CERT has weeks, pet owners were crossing the Repeat -- get your pets microchipped!!! Disaster Team shines. I have asked Sue been in force for about two years now, safety lines in the dark of night, risk- In a major evacuation, although these to be our guest speaker for our August and the group is ever getting continued ing their own contamination, to check rescue teams come in and try to set up 7 CCLAS meeting. Because this is such training. Sometimes the training is med- on their furry family members, to feed, an animal shelter near the shelter for a timely and important subject, the fine ical, sometimes it is search-procedure water, and comfort them for a little the people, in case cages and carriers folks at the Rocky River Nature Center practice, but it is ongoing and pertinent. bit. Sue asked us if we were prepared get mixed up, a microchip will posi- have agreed to let us hold our gathering So, you ask me, this is all well and for our animals, should we have to be tively prove you belong to your pet. Put there. Sue will not be able to join us, good, and I’m sure you’re as happy as evacuated. Cat owners, where are your tags with names and contact numbers but she has arranged for another mem- I am to know that Lakewood is pre- carriers -- are they quickly accessible? on everything. (Remember to include a ber of her Disaster Team to speak. contact number away from your locality. In the meantime, think of what I Using Katrina as an example, if someone have written here. Find your carriers. had used their home phone number only Make a list of how many animals are as a means to be reached, after Katrina, in your home so none are left behind! that number was not accessable. However, Make a list of things needed to know including the number of an out-of-state about each pet. My one cat is allergic relative would give rescuers another ave- to Dad’s brand of cat food. His rescuer nue to reach a pet owner). will need to know this. Figure out, if This may seem a bit much for those you had but one minute to leave the of us in Lakewood -- and yet back in house, and had to leave your animals, January, CERT was called for the first what would you do? Dump all the dry time. A man on Fry Avenue was having food out so the animals could get to it? problems, and he panicked, and threat- Leave a faucet running, ever so slightly, ened his neighborhood with a bomb. so there is always fresh water? These are While the fire and police forces dealt only my ideas, and I plan on asking our with him, CERT helped them as they speaker, just to make sure. If you don’t evacuated the surrounding houses. As want to wait until August for information, per health and sanitation regulations, you can reach the Animals’ Disaster Team, pets were not allowed to accompany Cuyahoga Chapter, at 216-661-2292.

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Lakewood Schools Why Can’t Johnny Read? Why Does It Matter? by Dr. Chuck Greanoff tion (you are in a distinct minority) fail miserably in whatever type of better academic outcomes, including about public schools, congratulations- school they might be. To be sure, there more encouragements, more sensitiv- Back in the early eighties, Don -you have done your homework. If not, are many and varied reasons that some ity and a less detached attitude toward Henley penned the song “Johnny Can’t it might be because the Bush Admin- students thrive while others founder. children and their learning. Read” lamenting the fact that there are istration released this report not with Research clearly identifies two at-home Thus, the intellectual and emo- many “Johnnys” out there who can’t fanfare and celebration, but quietly factors outside the direct control of K-12 tional infrastructure of learning and read—and, by inference, can’t function after 5pm on a Friday last summer (the schools that greatly impact educational memory is largely in place before well in society. Whatever one thinks of 14th of July, to be exact). Perhaps it is performance: vocabulary used in the Johnny ever walks into kindergarten. Henley’s take on our nation’s “Johnny’s”, irritating when data conflict with the home and parental attitudes toward Behind from day one, the script often few dispute that many of our students carefully marketed grand narrative their children and life in general. plays out as follows. Around third or perform splendidly, while a certain per- about the magic of the market/privati- The classic research of Betty Hart fourth grade, Johnny begins to realize centage, to put it charitably, fail to thrive. zation as applied to all things. Imagine and Todd Risley, University of Kansas that he is not keeping up with class- The so-called achievement gap the audacity, research that actually Child Psychologists, found a signifi- mates, with teacher expectations, or has spurred conversation, theories and seeks to isolate the impact of schools cant relationship between language even his own notion of success. He research examining the role/merits of themselves and fails to present a dis- exposure in early life and IQ scores, begins to get discouraged, disengaged school funding, privatization, stan- torted, de-contextualized comparison which in turn have a strong, positive and even disruptive, as a way of blunting dardized testing, phonics instruction, of public and private school perfor- correlation with school performance. the frustration of failure. Even though etc. Ohio has addressed all these pos- mance. How dare scientific rigor get in (For a full rendering, read “Meaning- Johnny is hard wired to be intellectu- sible remedies, but has tied its future the way of the grand project of under- ful Differences in the Everyday Life ally curious, he begins to exhibit two of to one remedy above all the others. mining confidence in public schools? of Young American Children”). This the more dysfunctional and unnatural During the Voinovich and Taft Admin- Even worse, the cherished “char- research showed that future high IQ characteristics imaginable—“laziness istrations, Ohio led the nation in the ters”, privately managed often for-profit children by age three knew twice as and apathy.” His disengagement eases school privatization movement, with schools, have consistently served many words as their low IQ counter- the pain of failure or inadequacy—at prolific funding of for-profit charter Johnny poorly in virtually every study parts, a result of both the amount of the price of limiting his imagination of schools and school vouchers. Privatize that has been conducted. Not surpris- interaction with adults and the qual- what his life could be. the system, or as much of it as possible, ing when you consider the incentives ity of that interaction. For example, on As the years progress, Johnny finds and the market will fix the problem. that spur private business—profits— average, the students with brighter aca- Suzy and others in the same boat, and Then, more “Johnnys” will be able to and the ways these profits are often demic futures heard 487 utterances per they begin to form individual and read. Or, will they? derived by cutting costs, including hour in the home, including talking, group identities that includes a rejec- According to a 2006 study released those associated with special education singing and rhyming games; whereas tion of school. Not always tragic in by the Department of Education, when students, extra-curricular activities, children with academic difficulties and of itself—some school “rejecters” students of similar backgrounds are com- school nurses, etc.. Distressing, how- ahead had an impoverished language turn out to be productive, creative and pared, public school students generally ever, when one considers that public experience, hearing on average about happy adults. Often, however, school either match or exceed the performance dollars that flow out of public schools 178 utterances per hour. rejecters reject not just school but of students in private schools. to the for-profits don’t much reduce the (One side note: whatever the lim- learning in general, to their peril and If you know this positive informa- costs of operating the de-funded pub- itations of IQ tests, grades or other to the detriment of their communi- lic schools the students leave. Last year measures of intelligence/achievement, ties. So, is there anything we can do to CORRECTION Lakewood public schools lost $700,000 there is no getting around the fact meaningfully address this issue? to schools that they have no say in that success in our society has much If we are serious about the achieve- Scholarship Winners operating. In essence, we fund more to do with mastery of language. Try to ment gap, we will begin to frame the schools than our community through become a doctor or a lawyer without a problem as one of society, not exclu- from the Lakewood its democratic process determined strong vocabulary.) sively schools. Our popular culture, Arts Festival was appropriate given our educational Hart and Risley also found signifi- values and home life should be critiqued goals and financial situation. cant differences in the types of words and challenged by those who value the The worst effect of the privati- and underlying attitudes conveyed intellectual and emotional develop- zation movement is not, however, its between future high and future low ment of all of our children. We need to anti-democratic, anti- public account- achievers. The high achievers heard be frank about the consequences of a ability ideology, nor its financial drain many more encouragements, words of language impoverished home life filled on public schools, nor even its abject praise and approval (“nice climbing, with discouragement. Wherever pos- failure to deliver on promised results. but that’s dangerous, so you’ll have to sible, we need to offer at-risk students Its most insidious outcome is its get down”) whereas the low achievers greater attention and care during the opportunity costs. We spend so much tended to hear prohibitions and dis- early years, before an identity associ- time either promoting or debunking couragement (“get down from there, ated with school disengagement can Katie Michalko won the Lakewood the myth of market magic, as applied you idiot”). Research by Jeanne Brooks- take root. We need to recognize that Arts Festival Scholarship of $4000. She to public education, that we miss the Gunn of Columbia University found an equitable education does not mean will be attending Loyola University in opportunity to act on the most mean- that specific elements of parental nur- treating everyone the same, but giving the Fall. ingful research on why some children turance to be positively associated with those who need it early and continuous

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Lakewood Sports

New Schools, New Teams Expected To Increase Participation, Boost Competitiveness A New Era Begins For Lakewood Middle School Athletics by Mike Deneen of today are potential varsity players in smoother transition.” school getting a new athletic field this three or four years. An increased number Coaches also feel that the new year. A new FieldTurf surface is being As you may already know, this fall of traveling middle school teams results arrangement will result in better school installed at Garfield Middle School the Lakewood School District is con- in more playing time for young players. pride and bonding between teammates. as part of a new stadium. The facility solidating from three middle schools This experience “It will bring will serve as home field for both mid- down to two. This transformation has helps these play- the school dle school programs, both Garfield presented an opportunity to re-shape ers to develop, pride back,” and Harding. The new stadium has a the city’s athletic program for 7th to 8th and hopefully says Ramos, concession stand, a press box, built-in graders. Beginning this year, competi- move up to the “Instead of bleachers, and a new scoreboard. tion for these kids will be shifting away next level. having an amal- “The new field will benefit the stu- from recreation department programs C o a c h e s gamation of dent-athletes immensely,” says Garfield and toward athletic programs based at at the middle students from 8th-grade football coach Harry Ramos. each of the two middle schools. schools hope to three middle The new field is expected to be ready for the Lakewood’s middle schools will prepare kids to schools playing teams’ first scrimmage, which is scheduled be Harding and Garfield. Harding has someday play- together, you for August 22. If the field isn’t ready, the moved to a brand new building on ing high school will now have teams will use the Lakewood Stadium. Madison Avenue near Northland. Gar- competition. “I feel that it will have a student-athletes representing their For more information on the new field is re-opening in a new building great impact on the varsity program,” respective schools.” stadium or Garfield Athletics, visit their at 13114 Detroit Avenue. Each of these says Ramos. “We try very hard to run New Field Installed At Garfield website http://teacherweb.com/OH/ schools will feature a separate 7th grade the same drills, offense, and defense, Middle School GarfieldMiddleSchool/GarfieldMiddle- and an 8th grade team for the following as the varsity. This provides for a much Lakewood High isn’t the only SchoolAthletics/ sports: football, volleyball, and boys and girls basketball. There will continue to be one combined wrestling team consiting Summer Of Change For LHS Athletics of boys from both grades at both schools, by Mike Deneen softball, it can remain in the toughest sions. Other LHS programs that have and there will be a combined track pro- wresting division and be moved to an been placed in the NOC’s toughest gram, with one team for each grade. Fans of LHS athletics will see a lot easier softball division. The original division (called the Valley Division) Athletes at each school will have of changes on the field this fall. After division assignments were made based are volleyball, boy’s soccer, boy’s bas- the opportunity to play against kids seven decades in the Lake Erie League, upon traditional strength and the cali- ketball, track, boy’s golf, softball, from other school districts in the new LHS jumps to the new Northeast Ohio ber of their freshman and sophomore cross country, swimming and diving, Northeast Ohio Conference, which Conference (NOC). The Northeast classes at the time. and gymnastics. For more informa- Lakewood High is joining this year. Ohio Conference was created through The NEO conference commis- tion on the conference, including Since each grade at each school will have a merger of the remaining teams in sioner is former LHS athletic director a complete rundown of divisional its own team, more athletes will have a the Western Reserve and Pioneer Con- Dan Gerome. Although his new com- breakouts and schedule formula for chance to play against top competition. ferences, along with Garfield Heights missioner role is not as stressful as being every sport, visit the conference web- In the past, the three Lakewood middle and Lakewood High Schools, which an AD, it has its challenges. “Especially site www.neohc.org. schools fielded one combined travel had previously expressed interest in working with 18 AD’s and principals New Turf At Lakewood Stadium team to face other towns. Kids not on joining. The new Northeast Ohio Con- and trying to get them to think NEO Not only will LHS fans see new the travel team were able to play rec - ference will be the biggest conference conference instead of their old league teams on the field this fall, but they league sports, but only against other in northeast Ohio. The new conference ways,” he says. will see a new field. Lakewood Stadium Lakewood teams. Under this new sys- includes these sports: Football, Basket- Although they are in a new league, has been resurfaced with state-of-the- tem, 7th and 8th grade students will ball, Tennis, Cross Country, Swimming, one thing remains the same -- regard- art FieldTurf. Unlike old-fashioned only be able to play for their school Gymnastics, Track, Softball, Baseball, less of sport, LHS will still be in one of fake turf, which feels and plays like a teams. Rec-league teams will still exist Golf, Wrestling, Volleyball, and Soccer. the toughest conferences in the state. carpet, FieldTurf is an artificial sur- only for 6th graders, who are not eli- The conference switch has been in In ten of the league’s 17 sports, LHS is face that is designed to replicate grass. gible to play on the school teams. the works for many months. The new in the conference’s toughest division. FieldTurf is used in hundreds of sta- Coaches are optimistic that the Northeast Ohio Conference features For example, in football the Rangers diums and practice facilities around new scheme will encourage increased 18 schools from across the Cleveland will share a division with Brunswick, the country, including by the National participation. For example, Harry area. The conference is divided into Solon, Medina, Strongsville and Elyria. Football League, Major League Soc- Manos, head coach of the new Garfield three six-team divisions for each sport. All five of those schools had winning cer and NCAA college football teams. 8th grade team, hopes to have 25-35 boys A unique aspect of the conference is records in 2006, and some of them are The project cost over $600,000, nearly on each team (four teams total, two 7th that division assignments can change considered among the finest programs two-thirds of which will be paid from grade teams and two 8th grade teams). every two years, allowing schools to in the state. In most sports, schools will rental fees. In addition to being home Last year, there were only 31 boys (only 9 be more evenly matched in each par- play each of their division mates once to LHS teams, the stadium is used for of which were 7th graders) on the com- ticular sport. For example, if a school or twice per year, plus play some games St. Edward football games, CYO events, bined 7th/8th grade travel team. is strong in wrestling but struggles in against schools from the other divi- and other activities. 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Pulse Of The City What’s A Kid To Do? There’s no doubt about it. The Gary Rice boxes had been fashioned from parts Lakewood Observer Project has been a of old roller skates for years. As kids fantastic way to promote all that’s good became more skilled with their skate- about our fair city. Those of us who boards, it became fashionable to ride write for this paper are acutely aware of on concrete steps or metal railings. our responsibility to show our town in This probably contributed to a number a positive light. of banged-up heads, knees, and elbows. That’s not hard to do, either. In so Some also felt that skateboards might many ways, Lakewood is the kind of cause expensive damage to property. town that people only dream of. It’s such Eventually, we put in a skatepark at a friendly place--of beautiful homes, Lakewood Park, perhaps to lure the great businesses, and minutes-away half-pipe crowd away from Lakewood’s access to Lake Erie, the Metroparks, downtown buildings? and downtown Cleveland. Tennis used to be quite popular, While we are certainly an aging, too. It is still an enjoyable pastime, inner-ring suburb, we also seem to and tennis courts may still be found do a great job staying on top of neces- around town. Lakewood’s Little Link sary updates and improvements. New golf course used to be a popular pas- schools, a fine updated library, and time, however this year the facility scheduled street repairs have all given remains closed. evidence that we continue to be on the Another closed group of facilities right track in many areas. Half-Pipe Heaven? Gary’s circa 1959 Roller Derby skateboard and vintage leather includes the schools’ outdoor basket- There is one area of concern, helmet (sitting atop an also-vintage plastic model skull) ball courts. There has been quite a bit of however, that seems to pop up quite discussion on the Lakewood Observer’s a bit in our discussions around “Combat!” starring Vic Morrow and would suspect that the SWAT team on-line “Observation Deck” regard- town: youth activities. Let’s face Rick Jason. World War II was a big part would be out in force in no time, and ing this topic. Many people would like it, there’s not a lot of space around of our vivid imaginations, so some of us the youngsters’ pseudo-military uni- to see those hoops put back up, while town available for informal activi- played “war” with half our crew playing forms would quickly be exchanged for others are glad that they have come ties for young people. the part of “the enemy” and the other, orange jump suits! down. Basketball, especially this sum- This is not a new problem either. the good guys. We would stage attacks Yes, these days it seems any group mer with the Cleveland team in the Growing up on a Lakewood side street, up and down the street all day with of young people running up the street playoffs, has been incredibly popular. we “young-uns” were constantly in our toy guns. Can you imagine what for any reason would cause someone to It is, however, a loud game played by trouble with neighbors who somehow would happen today if a Lakewood call the law. enthusiastic participants, and that can objected to having some kid hiding in resident saw a bunch of young people So what’s a kid to do? Bike riding be bothersome to a quiet community. their rosebushes or swatting a baseball running up the street with toy guns? was fun then and now. Even though I would imagine that there would also through a window. Back then, one of Even though toy guns these days seem new laws have afforded greater clarity be the problem of liability for anyone the most popular shows on TV was to come with bright red barrel tips, I for cycles using the public roadways, who gets hurt during a game. In fact, using one’s bike on a Lakewood road- I would guess that concerns of liabil- way is a reason for vigilance. There ity have closed doors to a number of are so many cars and (let’s just call activities for young people in the past them) distracted drivers out there several years. This can make it more that even riding one’s bike on a difficult for young people to find ways Lakewood side street can be a har- to have unsupervised fun in a densely rowing experience. populated suburb like ours. Skateboards have been popular Fortunately, Lakewood does with young people for many years. have a number of ways for young Modern ‘boarders are often surprised people to have supervised fun. to learn that skateboards were even Sports activities, as well as Scout- around in my day. Originally, some ing programs and other community of these (like mine) had metal wheels, activities, are happening all the styled from those sidewalk skates that time. Sometimes they can be a little we used to try to go up and down Lake- hard to find, but calls to the schools, wood’s often-uneven sidewalks. In the library, area churches, and city the late fifties, I believe that it was the hall will usually uncover some of the Roller Derby company who came out many supervised activities going on with the first production skateboards; around here for young people as we although scooters and gliding soap- mark the pulse of this city.

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Chef Geoff Going Around In Circles We are clearly at the height of Jeff Endress the use of indirect heat. There are a barbeque season. If anyone has any number of grill manufacturers, such a doubts, all it takes a walk down the Ducane, which feature a vertical burner streets of Lakewood which will most Spit-roasted, Fennel-encrusted Eye of Round (Serves 6) specifically for that purpose. Lacking certainly feature the aroma of charcoal, a dedicated rotisserie burner, it is still in addition to other things. In previous 3 lb. Eye of Round roast possible to cook with indirect heat. columns, I have touched upon grill- 2 C. Coffee In a three-burner gas grill, the center ing, smoking, and certain variations 1/4 C. Olive oil burner can be turned off to allow the of my favorite outdoor cooking pas- 1 T. Ground pepper heat to radiate from the outside burn- time. There are so many possibilities 1 T. Coarse salt ers. Likewise, if using a charcoal grill, it can positively make your head spin. 3 T. Fennel seeds the charcoal can be banked on the While your head is spinning, why not outside of the grill body. The aim is to take that as a sign and look into what In a loaf pan, mix the coffee, oil salt allow the meat, while turning, to self- can be accomplished when your meal is and pepper. Add the beef and marinate baste, while the indirect heat provides also spinning. I am, of course, talking overnight, turning occasionally. Pre- A variety of Rotisserie implements a much slower method of cooking than about rotisserie. pare fire or preheat grill. Allow meat (from the top) Rib basket Spit with forks direct grill heat. Furthermore, due to Rotisserie cooking is a technique to come to room temperature. Reserve Flat fish basket the nature of the metal spear, the food where meat is strung on a metal spear the marinade. Pat meat dry, string on cooks, to some degree, from the inside and slowly turned over indirect heat. It spit, and roll in fennel seeds, pressing them into the meat. Rotiss for an hour out as the heat from the fire is trans- was an ancient form of cooking which and a half, over indirect heat (for medium rare). Baste with the reserved mari- mitted to the spit which, in turn, passes most likely originated with early man. nade for the last 1/2-hour. Allow the meat to rest, off the spit, for 5-10 minutes through the center of the meat. The word means simply to roast, from before carving. Slice thinly; serve with roasted Vidalia onions, rice pilaf and a As we enter the dog days of sum- the Germanic verb “rostir.” The method sliced tomato and basil salad, dressed with a sprinkle of balsamic. A light sum- mer, cooking and the associated heat is ideal for cooking large portions mer merlot is a perfect accompaniment. drives us out of the kitchen. But, even of meat, particularly whole animals. our outdoor grills, when fired up to sear Whole hogs, steer, or wild game can think of rotisseries as horizontal, there There are all manner of additional a steak, can add a level of unwelcome be fastened onto a spit and slowly spun are certainly vertical examples, like the gadgets used to increase the versatility of heat. The use of a rotisserie requires over a low fire for hours. Both the spin- ever-popular gyros. Rounds of her- a simple spit. First of all, there are many less effort on behalf of the outdoor ning motion and the extended cooking bed lamb are strung on a vertical spit, other foods which could benefit from the cook, less attention to the grill, and less time are key; the rotation causes the with the heat source located behind the slow-cooking method. but are difficult to heat. Indeed, a Zen-like relaxation can meat to self-baste and the slow-cook- meat. This allows the chef to slice off affix to a spit. To provide for those items, descend upon you as you are sitting in ing results in a particularly tender servings from the cooked outside while you can affix stainless steel baskets to the your lounge chair with a cold drink on product. It was not uncommon for the remainder continues to spin away. spit to cook fish steaks and fillets. Other a hot afternoon, listening to the whir- European manors and castles to have Anyone who wants to see this action attachments allow a carousel of hot dogs ring of the rotisserie motor as the smell built-in rotisseries in the fireplaces of firsthand can stop by La Pita Express or a basket of ribs to cook on a rotisserie. of roasted meat wafts through the air. their great halls. These early rotisseries and order up a Shwarma. The key to rotisserie cooking is It’s enough to make your head spin. were manual: the chef would turn the meat a quarter turn, lock the spit into position, and repeat the process several times an hour until the meat was done. As technology advanced, this process was simplified by the clockwork motor, which would slowly turn the rotisserie continuously. Modern rotisseries are powered by electricity and use a low- gear ratio that allows for slow speed, yet provides enough power to turn the weight of a large roast. For those who require portable feasts, there are even battery-powered versions available. My friend and camping companion, Ken Burney, has even devised a portable, fold- ing rotisserie stand. These innovations make it possible to enjoy a spit-roasted pork loin in the backwoods. We have, of course, all seen rotisser- ies at work: every grocery store features rotisserie chickens. While we generally

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Lakewood Perspectives The New Definition Of “Junk” Mail Does anyone over the age of ten Bret Callentine 3. Order a simultaneous return actually look forward to checking their of all U.S. contractors to the U.S. and mailbox anymore? I’m not talking eye-catching, but its combination of really paid off. After suffering through turn over all contracting work to the about your e-mail mailbox, I’m talking words piqued my curiosity, although stories about “hot” gas, Medicare, and Iraqi government. about the actual box in front of your not in a good way. foreclosures, low and behold, there 4. Convene a regional conference house that, unless you are unusually That combination of words was it was: the Kucinich 12-step plan for for the purpose of developing a secu- lucky, contains only two types of items: the name, “Dennis J. Kucinich,” and immediate withdrawal from Iraq. rity and stabilization force for Iraq bills and bulk advertising. the disclosure: “This mailing was For the benefit of those that did 5. Prepare an international security As a part of my daily ritual, I’ve prepared, published, and mailed at not spare the flyer, what follows is an and peacekeeping force to move in, replace found that I can sort the mail in about taxpayer expense.” exact reprint of his plan (HR 1234), as U.S. troops who then return home. 2.4 seconds with bills going into one The reason it caught my attention detailed in the mailing: 6. Develop and fund a process of pile and everything else going straight was that, for the life of me, I couldn’t 1. The U.S. announces it will end reconciliation. into the garbage. However, a few days figure out what he’s done lately that the occupation, close military bases, 7. Reconstruction and Jobs. ago I received a piece that caused me would warrant individual notification and withdraw. 8. Reparations. to start a second pile: a bulk mail flyer of every mailing address in his constit- 2. The U.S. announces it will use 9. Political Sovereignty. that actually made it past the trash cut- uency. So, my curiosity got the better existing funds to bring the troops home 10. Dealing with the Iraq off. It wasn’t colorful or particularly of me. And, to my great surprise, it and necessary equipment home. economy. 11. Economic sovereignty for Iraq. 12. A process of international truth Letter To The Editor: 9/11 Truth Protest and reconciliation between the people of by Dele Balogun to have their questions answered. Your Case in point 4, I feel you have for- the United States and the People of Iraq. first case in point is correct and as we gotten about the topics I asked you to Admittedly, I’m a firm supporter As a member of the Cleveland 911 move forward, we strive to set emotion check out at this point, and are refer- of not just the troops, but also the war campaign, I am appalled to have read aside and just be scholarly. Your other ring to your personal nitpicking of the itself (now, please don’t start arguing your article. I remember our encoun- case points seem to have been skewed. context of the statements being made. with me about WMD’s, the U.S. oil ter well. I would say it started off well; Case in point 2, we have surveyed I recall you stating those buildings did interests, or anything else along that unfortunately it felt like you had no wish that area well, especially since this was not come down in free-fall speed like line). However, regardless of my posi- to understand our points of interest. You the second time we had been in that others in my group had claimed, I said tion, I’m always ready to listen and give had stated you read Popular Mechanics location promoting a new investigation correct, it was virtually free-fall speed. any idea a fair shake, so here goes… books and that it answered all your ques- of 911. Unfortunately we had to keep (The speed of South Tower as stated in With regard to Kucinich’s plan: I tions. I felt you had failed to research some our sign parallel to the street so that we the 911 commission report 10 seconds. feel that steps 1-3 are pretty straight- of the most troubling topics as we spoke. would not impede pedestrian traffic Free-fall speed from the same height of forward, if not a little redundant. He You said to me, “what is the strongest (police request); that is why our smaller the South Tower 9.2 seconds) Excuse wants everyone home and home now. I argument you can produce?” I replied signs were facing the traffic stops. And my associates for not placing the have no problem with that perspective. “thermite and sulfur found in the steel yes many people stopped, honked, and .8 seconds of detail. However, I do I don’t agree, but I have no problem of the wreckage.” You asked if that could gave us thumbs up. Also, many stopped not consider that to be contradict- with his position. be a natural composition of its chemical to pick up the care package that we pass ing. Also, you spoke with associates Step 4 is where his plan gets makeup. I told you that it was not. I asked out with every demonstration, unfor- only no one man is a leader in our interesting. The choice of the word you if you had ever seen WTC 7 come tunately you had refused. street actions. However, I person- “regional” has me a little scared. Please down and you said you would like to see Case in point 3, this care package ally would love to have a debate with tell me that you’re looking for more that. At this point I felt confident that I contains a DVD that had multiple doc- you on the topic of 911. I believe you input than that of Iran, Syria, Jordan, would have you researching again. umentaries wrapped in our personal would find our case to be quite solid! and Saudi Arabia, because I don’t think Then things went sour -- voices flyer with our website (and others) I have read popular mechanics’ pro- we need to convene a conference to started to rise, people began feel- so you can learn more (we passed out paganda and it does not stand up to know their position. ing attacked personally (both sides 350 that day). From that flyer you can the testimonies of Firefighters and If step 4 was cause for concern, included). And I feel like both of us acted begin your own research, (we do not First responders. then step 5 is where he lost me com- inappropriately, which I do not feel was feel you should take our word as gold, On Sept 12th, 2001, People maga- pletely. If it’s your argument that the out of context, as this is a topic that has rather research the hard evidence and zine interviewed Loui Chaccioli of the U.S. can’t control the sectarian vio- great emotion; for we try to provide a allow yourself the ability to decide fire dept of NYC, he was quoated say- lence, exactly where do you propose voice to the victim’s family members what holds the most weight). We would ing, “I was taking firefighters up in the to find a peacekeeping force that can? who struggle with this tragedy, trying gladly send you one if you like! elevator to the 24th floor to get into Please do not dare respond by uttering position to evacuate workers. On the the words “United Nations.” If they last trip-up, a bomb went off, we think had any ability to keep the peace, we Response To 9/11 Truth Protest there were bombs set in the build- wouldn’t have needed to invade in the Dear Dele Balogun, your group seems to be focused only on ings.” Even a more striking account first place. Following the tragedy of 9/11, evi- the pieces of evidence which prove your from Paul Isaac of the FDNY, “Many And it doesn’t get any more logi- dence was slowly uncovered explaining point, not the entire body of information firemen know there were bombs in the cal in steps 6-8. As for reconciliation, the causes and effects of the events that available. You find a picture of cut steel buildings but they are afraid for their can we just send flowers, or should we took place. Following this period of and completely disregard when it was jobs to admit it because the higher- invite the Sunnis and Shiites over for scantily documented speculation, the taken. You take as fact the testimony ups forbid discussion of this fact.” a barbeque? I’m not sure American 9/11 Commission published its report. of those that suit you and disregard the “I know 9/11 was an inside job. The Greetings has a card that says, “We’re Some time after that event, various theo- rest as clueless, uninformed, or outright police know it’s an inside job and the sorry your previous leader violated ries which contradicted this explanation liars. Believe it or not, I have done the firemen know it too.” international treaties, forcing us to began to emerge. And, following that, research, I’ve watched the documenta- To say that anyone who believes come back and kick your ass.” And, several groups, including the magazine ries, I’ve listened to the lectures, and I’ve the U.S. Government could be directly for me, a little more information is “Popular Mechanics,” began publishing visited almost every site you suggested. responsible for those attacks is delu- required for step 7 because I’m not sure counterarguments to these contradic- In my opinion, the facts are rather plain sional and in complete disrespect of how to help with reconstruction and tory claims. Unless I’m mistaken, that is to see and, unfortunately for you, they the victims family members. I hope jobs if we’ve removed all the person- where we stand today. And, if you recall, don’t seem to be in your favor. You can you do your homework and agree to nel and equipment. Perhaps we can that was the initial nature of my inquiry. point people to any website you want; I this debate! As for some credible mate- send them a bunch of Home Depot gift My question stands: “Do you have any- only need to give you one: www.debunk- rial you might want to research before cards to go with the flowers. And, if thing new to add or anything that refutes ing911.com. When you can refute those you do, please visit Pilots for 911 truth I understand step 8 correctly, appar- the scientific evidence that has been used claims with something more substantial www.pilotsfor911truth.org & Archi- ently the flowers and gift cards aren’t to disprove your theories?” The ball is in than “liar, liar, pants on fire,” I’ll look tects and Engineers for 911 truth www. enough, because for what the situation your court. forward to reading your article. ae911truth.org Thank you, really calls is cold, hard cash. The problem here seems to be one Respectfully yours, The Cleveland Campaign for 911 of perspective. From what I can tell, Bret Callentine Truth cleveland911campaign.com continued on next page...

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Counter-Perspective: A Radical Voice From The Other Side by Alex Ippolito me that people simply accept the of simulation (Baudrillard, Virilio; of ‘cyberpunk’ and coiner of the term denial of the average Jane’s political the Matrix, anyone?), and more. Get- ‘cyberspace’; The Situationist Interna- I would like to respond to the arti- power, in a supposedly democratic ting back to the point, Foucault once tionale; John Cage, probably the most cle, “I Protest Your Protest” by Bret society, than it is that an average described fascism as the desire to be important American composer of the Callentine. I am a student of astro- Jane would express her potential to led. Lyotard questioned the notion of 20th Century; Paul Virilio, preeminent physics, classical guitar performance, gather and mobilize the resources a singular historical ‘meta-narrative.’ French critical theorist; The punk rock and history of science at the University needed to conduct an investigation. Derrida introduced deconstruction movement; Abbie Hoffman and the of Wisconsin at Madison. I also pur- Even without the de facto economic to purposefully obscure ‘ focus’ and Yippies; Sal Restivo, probably the most sue interests in radical political theory, prerequisite for political campaign- the authoritarian reign of Enlighten- important sociologist of mathemat- cultural studies, and continental phi- ing, the nature of the United States ment rationality over all other forms ics and editor of Science, Technology, losophy. I graduated Lakewood High government (and any representative of thought. And anarchist thinkers and Society: and Encyclopedia (and School in 2004 and I am here for the ‘democracy’) demands that a small like Bakunin had begun locating the expert weight lifter); Cleveland Food summer. I think it is important that a group have more political power hypocrisy of most forms of libratory Not Bombs, serving free food to voice be heard in this paper from what than the rest of the people. organization and representation even the hungry downtown every week, Mr. Callentine may consider to be on Secondly, I would like to address during Marx’s lifetime. Thus, ‘ focus’ no religious strings attached; Criti- the ‘other’ side of his own position. the concepts of ‘ focus’, ‘organization’, (agenda, party line, etc.), ‘organiza- cal Mass, promoting bicycling as a I will start by addressing Mr. and ‘ring leader’. My first impulse is tion’, and ‘ring leader’ are usually not of sustainable alternative to driving; Callentine’s comment about a 9/11 to address these using the resources divine relevance in any political move- The early American Indian Move- conspiracy theory. He states that such of anarchist thought, but anarchist ment influenced by post-structuralism ment; Jesus Christ, perhaps? And theories “ fall well outside the lines of thought often comes across as abrasive, and/or anarchism. Of course there is the list goes on…and yes, there are reason” and describes the 9/11 event immature, or even worse, physically room for organization but only as it many valid criticisms to be made as “one of the most critically reviewed harmful to others (if implemented). emerges or dissolves from below. The of anarchism and other theories of events in U.S. history.” However, he To avoid the endless cycle of banter- worldwide anti-globalization move- grassroots action…why not help make provides no arguments or support ing that may arise there, I’ll instead ment is an excellent example. It is “a them better, or synthesize them with for these claims. That is, he dismisses turn to one of anarchism’s academic movement of one no and many yes’s,” something else, or best of all devise these theories as absurd, but does not cousins: post-structuralism. In the as Zapatista Subcommondante Marcos your own grassroots praxis? explain with any concrete evidence late 1960s and early 1970s, there began has described it. In terms of Mr. Callentine’s cur- why they are absurd. From my per- to emerge racial problems within the Finally, Mr. Callentine’s statement riculum, I very much appreciate his spective, however, it is irrelevant women’s rights movement: all of the about ‘extreme liberals’…I assume “Science 205: Fluid Theory as Relates whether or not the Bush administra- leaders were white women. As I under- he’s referring to the radical commu- to the Dynamics of Mobs.” I’ve thought tion had a hand in the 9/11 attacks stand the problem, it became apparent nity which has mostly gotten past the about this one quite a bit myself, and because the issue redirects attention that women of color were oppressed reductive two sided coin of liberal-con- the beautiful people I know demand to a critique of the Bush adminis- within the very organization that was servative. For those who believe that more than fluid dynamics. No, the tration that could more fruitfully to free them from oppression. In other disorder (which is NOT the absence of people I know are charged particles, so be directed towards a deeper under- words, the rigid boundaries and lead- all order) necessarily leads to chaos, and this is a plasma. I’m talking complex standing of the power relations that ership structure that partly defined justify it with a singular competitive motions, not just the electrons, but structure (post)modern industrial- these activist groups – or, the mutual human nature inaugurated by Charles the ions. We’re playing on intersect- ized society as a whole. That is, Bush exclusivity and hierarchical organiza- Darwin, Google ‘Kropotkin.’ Observe ing fields, so there must be electric and or Obama (Coke or Pepsi, McDon- tion of liberal, feminist, black, queer, the unpredictable beauty of fractals, magnetic fields. Yes, I’m talking about alds or Burger King, etc.), the general environmental, authoritarian social- or check out www.wikipedia.org or magnetohydrodynamics and Alfven configuration of politico-economic ist, and even some anarchist groups the Linux operating system, which waves. And don’t forget thermal and power remains intact: there is still – became a major issue in the radical continue to run non-hierarchically by radiative effects. Sorry to disappoint, the de facto law that a person must milieu. The ‘solution’ that emerged volunteers because of the impulse for but this movement is not about the have millions of dollars or the help of on the ground – complex and diverse ‘mutual aid.’ Or think about the pic- motion of water through boring pipe- millionaires even to consider a presi- horizontal networking rather than nics you share, the communal spaces lines, it is not about the motion of dential campaign. This is something fragmented vertical group organiza- you have, think about your dinner par- people through bureaucratic processes I learned in government class in high tion -- paralleled the emergence of ties with friends, or the people who and obsolete party politics. This move- school. Mr. Callentine even acknowl- post-structuralist theory in the acad- hang around the Phoenix coffee shop. ment is nothing else but the luminous edges this lack of empowerment in a emy. Some ideas included: critiques Sure Kropotkin’s work on ‘mutual aid’ material of a galactic jet. jibe about a Lakewood youth: of normalizing tendencies (or as Mr. is not widely known…but that just That all being said, thank you Mr. “Yeah, I can see the headlines now… Callentine would have it: ‘nicely assem- reminds me of a sign posted throughout Callentine for your excellent practical ’Congress selects unknown Lakewood, bled’, ‘clean cut’), power as a complex Lakewood High School’s classrooms: suggestions/Cases in Points. I hope I Ohio youth to head 9/11 investiga- web of relationships (Michel Foucault), ‘what is popular is not always right, haven’t insulted you, of course it’s all in tive team – unlimited subpoena powers a critique of gender as identity (Judith and what is right is not always popular.’ good fun! authorized.’” Butler), a critique of desire as lack Moreover, for those who look down Peace and Love, Alex It is much more shocking to (Deleuze and Guattari), the dangers upon anarchism and radical politics as immature and idiotic, don’t forget: Noam Chomsky arguably one the most ‘Junk Mail” continued from last page... important minds of the 20th Century And if the last steps were hard to than a fair shake, but, come on: if noth- for revolutionizing the field of linguis- understand, just get a load of numbers ing else, let’s just explore his definition tics; Albert Einstein, socialist; Leo 9-11. Does Mr. Kucinich understand of the word “immediate.” By my cal- Tolstoy, author of Russian masterpieces the definition of the word “sover- culations, steps 1-3 could take months, War and Peace and Anna Karenina; eignty”? step 5 could take more than a year, and The IWW or Wobblies, who brought To paraphrase, the plan can be step 12 even longer than either of those you the 8 hour work day; Bertrand summed up into three major sections: two. Russell, great analytical philosopher A. Replace our force with someone My advice is to deep six the and mathematician of the 20th Cen- else’s. 12-step plan and focus on the evils tury; Murray Bookchin, founder of the B. Give them complete sovereignty, of “hot” gas. If you don’t trust my field of human ecology; Emma Gold- yet retain responsibility for reconstruc- analysis and would like to keep man, early fighter for women’s rights; tion, jobs, and their overall economy. an eye on this and all of the other Howard Zinn, historian and author of C. Find a way to reconcile our dif- proposals of your representatives People’s History of the United States; ferences. In other words, “can’t we all yourself, I highly recommend visit- The Catholic Workers; The work of just get along?” ing the Library of Congress website William Gibson, science fiction author Okay, maybe I gave it a little less at www.thomas.gov. considered to have started the subgenre

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Minding The Issues The Lakewood Youth Commission: Prospects and Pitfalls Some important organizational by Gordon Brumm, Nadhal Eadeh, be, its success clearly rests on two essen- engineering is on the near horizon Robert Overman & Dan Slife tials:1) There must be working groups, for Lakewood. At issue is whether each (as described) working in its own Lakewood will evoke and harness the working on its own in its own specific -- There was no provision for input subject-area, at its own pace, until ideas and experiences of its citizens subject-area, gaining understanding from the general public. it arrives at an action plan. 2) There or whether it will be content with the of the subject in a cumulative fash- -- There was no provision for must be representatives of the relevant bureaucratic complacency and narrow- ion and finally formulating a plan of working groups addressing specific branches of city government and the mindedness that smothers innovation action, which representatives from the problems, as described above. (Instead, school system who have the author- and improvement. city government and schools would work the By Laws provided for “Action Com- ity to work toward implementing these Last January the Youth Master to implement. (This process contrasts mittees” whose function was unclear.) action plans and will indeed work to Plan process began, under the auspices sharply with the process we had been -- There was no stipulation that do so. (Is this possible? The past record of the city’s Division of Human Ser- going through during the YMP meet- institutional representatives would leaves some doubt, but the very fact that vices (headed by Dottie Buckon) and ings. In that process, each Action Team work to implement proposals for spe- the city undertook a new initiative beto- supervised by the Center for Commu- had to deal with several subjects at each cific projects. kens the possibility of a new outlook.) nity Solutions. The basic purpose was meeting, so we never had a chance to -- Only three of the 23 members These are the essentials if the orig- to involve interested members of the deal adequately with any of them. In of the Commission would be young inal purpose of the Youth Master Plan public in formulating an overall plan addition, our discussions were squeezed people. (Judging from previous expe- – to harness the ideas and energies of under which all of Lakewood’s youth into a rigid, time and concept-bound rience, such a small number of young the public in the service of innovation and families would “belong and thrive.” format that blocked fruitful exploration. people would probably feel swamped and improvement – is to be realized. The process involved four Community As for implementation by representa- and lose interest. A better idea would Our concern with the By Laws has led Action Teams (Education, Families, tives of the city or schools, that never be to have a separate committee of us to focus on structure – the structure Health and Safety, and Recreation), appeared.)The Youth Commission. young people, but this did not appear of the Youth Commission in particu- with each meeting about ten times, out The payoff of the process was to be in the By Laws.) lar. But considering the two essentials, of which a final Plan would emerge. (We a continuing organization, named the At the June 13 meeting, we were we see that the crucial consideration is participated in the Education team.) “Youth Commission.” At this point we led to believe that the By Laws would not structure; rather, it is organizational In the eyes of the Education team could have really used some help from be discussed and adopted at a meeting culture – the organizational culture of at least (and education seems to be the the Center for Community Solutions a week hence (Wednesday, June 20), the city agencies and the school system. most important of the four subject- in the form of advice on how to deal and that all suggestions for criticisms We need to insure an organiza- areas), the process imposed on these with the city bureaucracies. But this is would have to be submitted by the fol- tion culture in which ideas from the meetings was somewhere between triv- where the Center said “Sayonara – best lowing Monday, June 18. We were public are appreciatively entertained; ial and useless, as reported in previous of luck, you’re on your own now.” And appalled at the tight deadlines presented in which new ideas are not dismissed Observers. Nor was it user friendly; so we were. At the second-last meeting, to us; they suggested an effort to squelch by saying they are already being car- many participants defected. on May 30, we were given a draft of the dissent and push the By Laws through ried out when all the evidence is to But there were good results: The By Laws for the Commission, written in their original form. We thought of the contrary; in which criticisms or participants who remained got to by a representative of the Division of creating a separate organization, proposals are treated as opportunities know and respect one another. We Human Services. At the last meeting, However, Dottie Buckon subse- for improvement rather than as pub- identified certain subjects and direc- June 13, we were shown the By Laws again quently informed us (after the June 20 lic-relations problems to be solved; tions of major concern, such as poverty and – despite some sharp criticisms and meeting, which none of us attended), in which the city government and the and student diversity. (This is not to suggestions for drastic changes – in their that the June 20 meeting was not final, school system are ready and willing say that we defined everything that “revised” form, they were essentially the and that the By Laws were open to discus- to cooperate with the members of the might profitably be pursued. There are same as those first shown. sion. What now? Organizational culture public in bringing new and valuable undoubtedly other areas to be explored The By Laws left much to be And that is where we stand. Should we innovations into being. and many projects that would benefit desired, in our view. Among the major try to perfect the Youth Commission so If this is the atmosphere that the city even though they don’t address faults we found were these: that it can attain the goals of the YMP? guides the city’s efforts, the possibili- any identifiable problem.) -- The purpose of the Commission Should we establish a separate organiza- ties for transforming innovations are And finally, we came to realize the was framed in terms of implementing tion, formal or informal, to supplement endless; without it, we are in danger of kind of organization we need, namely, the “Master Plan,” yet no such Master the Youth Commission? slipping back into the weary, stale, flat, working groups, with each such group Plan had emerged from our discussions. Whatever organization there may and unprofitable. 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Can Dogs Teach You To Paint? Local Artist Offers Innovative Class by Mike Deneen High School in 1985. Her strongest influence in school was Phyllis Fannin, Lakewood is an eclectic town of her art teacher at LHS. Hayes credits many tastes. However, two things most Fannin with teaching and motivating widely loved by Lakewoodites are art a number of talented artists, includ- and pets. One Lakewood artist is offer- ing Kristen Cliffel, Liz Maugans, and ing a new class that brings together Ingrid Hoegner. these passions in an interesting way. In Hayes held her first class at Metro- her class, your pooch helps to bring out bark, her doggie daycare. It was a your inner Picasso. success, and now classes are held at Anne Hayes, a local Lakewood The Grateful Dog Bakery in North artist, was recently inspired to start a Ridgeville and Local Girl Gallery in “Paint Your Own Pet” class. “I am one Lakewood. Her next classes are sched- of those dog people,” Hayes says. “My uled for Metrobark on August 12 and dog, Seamus, is my baby.” She got the Grateful Dog Bakery on August 26. idea when she began taking Seamus For a complete list of classes and infor- to doggie day care. “I quickly realized mation on how to enroll, visit www. there are quite a few of us ‘dog people’ paintyourownpet.com. Linda Goik (background) and Maggie Pizzo (child) at a class at Local Girl Gallery out there. So naturally, my passions for painting and dogs were bound to merge at some point,” she added. The class is designed completely for Celebrate Birdtown On The National Register amateurs. All students need are a photo by Mazie Adams residents who were instrumental in this ervation Fund. The Fund enables the of their beloved and a desire to paint. project: Helen Pohorence, Rose Slavik Society to react to specific, local preser- From that photo Anne creates an outline One of Lakewood’s most interest- and Marge Stopiak. The event will also vation issues, such as saving the Mathew on a 16x20 canvas. Encouragement and ing neighborhoods, Birdtown, is now feature a Birdtown documentary cre- Hall house from demolition. Proceeds enthusiasm are generously applied, and listed on the National Register of His- ated by second and third grade students from the wine tasting and other contribu- students create their own masterpieces. toric Places. The city administration is from Grant Elementary School. The stu- tions will be applied to the $30,000 cost of Class cost is $65 and includes all materi- to be commended for nominating this dents and their teacher will be on hand moving the Hall house to a safe location. als, instruction, and a few snacks. wonderful neighborhood and submit- to share their knowledge of Birdtown. Join us at this preservation event on Most students choose to paint their ting a successful application. Vintages for Vintage Homes is the Thursday, July 26, from 6-9 p.m. RSVP to dog, but there are exceptions. Some Created by the National Carbon kick-off event for the Lakewood Pres- 216-221-7343 or [email protected]. have painted cats, and one painted a Company to house its workers, the Bird- guinea pig. There was even one student town neighborhood originally attracted Lakewood Arts Festival Awards Scholarships that painted their pet rabbit. Anne immigrants from Eastern Europe. These encourages students to bring new pets. immigrants brought their traditions, by Helen Oshaben scholarship to Crystal Gray of Lakewood “I would love for someone to paint a food, architecture and sense of commu- High School. Crystal has a natural drive horse one of these days,” she says. nity with them to Lakewood. The Lakewood Arts Festival prides to create, referring to herself as “a very Many students discover that they The National Register of Historic itself in supporting young artists. Each visual person.” In the fall, Crystal will have more artistic talent than they orig- Places is the nation’s official list of cul- year, at least one student residing in begin studies at the Cleveland Institute inally believed. Some have taken the tural resources worthy of preservation. Lakewood is awarded a scholarship of Art. She hopes to pursue a career in class three or four times, once for each As a part of the National Register, a toward a college degree in an art-related commercial interior design. of their pets. “Painting is relaxing,” says district or property is given: recog- field. Since 1981, more than 75 students Samples of the scholarship win- Hayes. “You have to forget about all nition as a historic site, eligibility of have received the honor. ners’ artwork are on display through your daily worries and troubles. You use property owners for federal tax bene- This year, the Festival’s $4,000 August 4. Katie’s work is on display a different part of your brain. Your pas- fits and consideration in planning for scholarship was presented to Lakewood at Landfall Travel, located at 14724 sion for your pet becomes the catalyst. federal and federally-assisted projects. High School graduate Katie Michalko. Detroit Ave. and Crystal’s work can People are able to dig in to that creativ- Birdtown residents can take great pride “Art has always been my greatest pas- be seen at Geiger’s Clothing & Sports, ity that they didn’t know they have.” in their neighborhood’s history. sion,” Katie says. She will begin studies located at 14710 Detroit Ave. Special Students have also had a great deal The Historical Society will cele- at Loyola University, Chicago in the thanks to Landfall and Geiger’s for of fun in the class. “I can honestly say brate this important achievement at its fall. Katie selected Loyola because of its their participation. that I have a 100% success rate in the Vintages for Vintage Homes Wine Tast- variety of museums, studios and gal- We welcome your donations fun department.” Hayes declares. “I get ing on Thursday, July 26. Special guests leries. She also sees the importance of to the Lakewood Arts Festival hugs and heartfelt thank you e-mails will include Mayor George, Assistant a well-rounded education in order to scholarship fund. Tax-deductible after class. It’s very gratifying.” Planner Meredith Karger (author of have flexibility to pursue her passion. contributions may be sent to Anne Hayes is a native Lakewood- the application), other members of the In the future, Katie hopes to incorpo- Lakewood Arts Festival, PO Box ite that graduated from Lakewood city administration and three Birdtown rate art into a life-long career. 771288, Lakewood, Ohio 44107. The Festival also presented a $500 Thank you for your support! 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Living And Playing In Andy Tabor, REALTOR® GRI “Helping people become homeowners and profitable investors since 1977” Lakewood www.andytabor.com Maggie Fraley, REALTOR® ABR Sunny Updegrove, REALTOR® pathway. You may have also visited Mad- “More than selling houses- “New beginnings are my specialty” by Andy Tabor Helping people find homes” SunnySellsLakewood.com ison Park to go to the pool or for soccer MaggiesHomePage.info I think by now we’ve all heard the practice. And chances are you’ve been to Valerie Mechenbier, REALTOR® HHS Kathy Lewis, REALTOR® statistics that Lakewood is the most Kauffman Park as well, behind the Drug www.valsinfo.com “Want to talk about real estate? densely populated City between Chi- Mart shopping plaza, for an evening soft- Call me!” www.kathylewis.info cago and New York City… we know ball game or to Lakewood Little Links our we have lots of houses within our 6.7 own “putt-putt” golf course. Serving Lakewood’s Housing Needs since 1976 with Honesty, Integrity, Stability or so square miles. But here’s some But I wonder how many of us other trivia—did you know how much could name the other 12 parks within 216.226.4673 dedicated “greenspace” we have within our City limits? New listing! Be the first Stunning Expanded Center to see this home with Hall Colonial in prime these same borders? The five characterized as “Neigh- so much character from western Lakewood location. open, spindled stairway; Totally renovated with oak The answer is a surprising 75 acres! borhood Parks” (up to 3 acres) are natural woodwork; dining flooring, crown moldings, room built-in. Large eat- & chair rails. Mantel with Where is all that space you might ask? Webb, Edwards, Wagar, Merl and marble surround, Beveled in kitchen, very spacious & leaded glass entry with Tucked in and around most of our Cove. The remaining “Pocket Parks” master bedroom, and marble floor foyer. 2 story finished 3rd floor are addition with family room neighborhoods!. Lakewood has a total (less than 1 acre) are Park Row, Celeste, additional pluses to this & game room. See photos at well-cared for home! 1562 Wayandotte 1428 W. Clifton Blvd. 1428wclifton.lucienrealty. of 15 dedicated parks inside of its bor- Niagara, Sloane, Sinagra, Isaac Warren, Call Kathy Lewis, com Price to be Determined! 216-226-4673 , ext. 2060 $260,000 - $279,876 Andy Tabor ders- not bad for a city this size. and Clifton Prado. 216.235.5352 The largest of these is of course Take an evening this summer Brick Colonoial with ,Possible Lease Option! 5 bdrms, natural This 5 bedroom colonial Lakewood Park, which pretty much and check out one of these that you woodwork, french doors has beenreduced to move! everyone is familiar with. You’ve probably might not have visited lately. You’ll get to fam.rm, formal din. Gleaming hardwood floors, rm, eat-in kitchen, newer furnace & central gone there for an activity ranging from another glimpse of why Lakewood’s sun room, deep and air, updated kitchen,1st fully fenced backyard. floor family room & large swimming lessons, a Sunday concert, a neighborhoods make it such a great deck make it perfect for Excellent Value! any family. See photos at www.16927clifton.lucienrealty.com 13822clifton.lucienrealty.com volleyball game, or a run along the new place to live. Marjorie Corrigan. Andy Tabor 16927 Clifton Rd. 216-226-4673 13822 Clifton 216.235.5352 $219,500 www.andytabor.com. $210,000-$229,876 Realty Reality: REDUCED! Picturesque 4 bedroom Colonial with Victorian with a first floor Master Suite & Questions From Our Readers beautiful streetscape. Bath, 1st floor Inviting décor with family room. character filled century 2227bunts.lucienrealty.com by Maggie Fraley if you think asbestos may be in your features throughout. for more information. Inside and out you’ll be Ron Lucien home, you needn’t panic. Usually the charmed by this lovely 216-226-4673 ext 3026 home and friendly Some of our older homes in best mode of action is to leave asbestos neighborhood. 1487 Grace Ave. material alone, so long as it is in good Sunny Updegrove 2227 Bunts Rd Lakewood have materials found in $189,900 (216) 401-3353 $189,000 them that at one time were com- condition, as material in good condi- www.SunnySellsLakewood.com monly used and were considered tion generally will not release asbestos Fully rented THREE- Price Reduced $156,500 family on sought after Beautiful Cape Cod on a safe, but are now thought to be fiber particles. Even if particles have Lakewood street. Just off tree-linned street Clifton and convenient Refreshed & Updated potentially harmful. For example, already been released, they usually to everything. All and a pleasure to show. homeowners and potential buyers do not become airborne unless they stable tenants that Sunny Updegrove want to remain makes (216) 401-3353 often wonder: are disturbed. If the material is no this a great investment www.SunnySellsLakewood.com property for your Q: If the ducts in the basement are longer in good condition, a profes- 1307 Hathaway portfolio 1515 Parkwood Rd. Sunny Updegrove wrapped with asbestos, should I have the sional can remove the asbestos or it $164,900 (216) 401-3353 $156.500 asbestos removed? can be covered with an impermeable www.SunnySellsLakewood.com surface that prohibits the particles REDUCED! Must See! Light, bright A: If you do an internet search Charm & Value... and super clean with on asbestos, or talk to an inspector or from becoming airborne. Of course, Nat. woodwork, hardwood floors in living columns and dining other expert, you’ll find that asbes- as in any situation that is a potential room, ceramic tile in Built-ins, stained glass. kitchen plus all appliances tos is considered harmless as long safety concern, any specific ques- Stainless appliances in stay. Beautiful landscaped Spacious eat-in kitchen. yard with large front porch as it is not airborne. Problems arise tions involving asbestos in the home Call to view or photos@ for relaxing-just move-in! www.MaggiesHomePage.info For more details would be best addressed by consult- Maggie Fraley 1263Brockley.lucienrealty. when very small airborne particles 1523 Lauderdale visit 216.226.4673 x 2016 com. 1263 Brockley are inhaled deep into the lungs. Thus, ing a professional. $127,000 Maria Lucien $122,500 440-668-5328

Value Range Marketing— A rare find! Call to see HUMOR: seller will consider this ranch with traditional $120,000-$134,876. Lakewood charm - natural Terrific location close to woodwork and leaded-glass shopping, library, park. built-ins - plus the modern Realtor sign--We have “lots” to be thankful for. New kitchen, gleaming conveniences of a 2-car natural woodwork, garage, deck, vinyl exterior, hardwood floors. See and central air. One floor photos at living in Lakewood - don’t Lakewood Real Estate Information 1239gladys.lucienrealty.com miss this unique home. (According to Multiple Listing Service) 1239 Gladys Ave. Kathy Lewis Val Mechenbier 2178 Chesterland $120,000-$134,876 216-226-4673 ext.2060 216-226-4673 x2023 by Kathy Lewis www.valsinfo.com $104,900

June 2006 2007 Possible Lease Purchase! Great Opportunity! Priced to move, this 3 Fantastic price and nice Residential Closed 62 48 bedroom colonial w/ layout! Deep backyard, newer furnace, hwtank, two car garage, New Residential Pending windows & electrical can bath’04. Western be purchased for less than Lakewood location. (Under Contract) 51 34 most rent payments . John Lucien For full details, go to : 216-226-4673 13316hazelwood.lucienrealty.com For more listings see 2191 Eldred 13316 Hazelwood www.andytabor.com. Multi-family Closed 15 3 $99,000 Andy Tabor $91,900 216.235.5352 Multi-family Pending (Under Contract) 18 7 MORTGAGE SERVICES PROVIDED BY TITLE SERVICES PROVIDED BY Interesting Real Estate Information:

Lakewood Condominiums Currently for Sale in the Local Market Knowledge, Worldwide Connections. Multiple Listing: 141 Visit www.lucienrealty.com for photos and Real Estate Information.

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