hehe eighborhoodeighborhood ressress TT NN S P RPPI N G 22 00 11 11 A Message from Councilman Kelley Online Safety Dear Neighbor, most of the ward will be receiving a strong, Tips and Reminders If you have been wanting to get more robust signal. To those of you who may not be involved in your community, this spring and getting a strong signal, I assure our team will Staying safe online is very impor- summer is the time to do it. There are a host of continue to make adjustments and fine tune the tant, and a few helpful hints can exiting, fun, and family friendly events that are system to make sure all residents of Ward 13 sure to appeal to everyone. Here are just a few have access to high-speed internet service. keep you safe while you browse examples of events that you can get involved in The goal of Old Brooklyn Connected is the web: this spring and summer: movie nights at the simple: to make this the most connected com- parks, the opening of munity in the United  Always keep your anti-virus, anti- Loew Park Pool, the start States of America. Why spyware and anti-malware programs of OBall and OBYL, the pursue this goal? To up to date. return of the Elephant make this community an  If an online offer sounds too good exhibit at the Zoo, Pop attractive place for fami- to be true, it probably is. (Hint: you up Pearl, Peddle for lies to call home, to didn’t actually win a free iPod!) Prizes, and the Bridging attract young people to the Distance 5K and 1 this community, to retain  Double check the web address to mile walk. and attract small busi- make sure you are actually at the site One event that I want nesses, and to redefine you were looking for. to strongly encourage how this community is  If possible, use a VPN (Virtual everyone to participate in A technician installing perceived. This project Private Network) like Hotspot Shield is the launch of Old will change how we com- Internet receivers around or Cyber Ghost or an anonymity net- Brooklyn Connected. the Old Brooklyn area. municate and stay in On April 30th at 10:30 at touch with one another. work such as Tor that encrypts your Estabrook Recreation Center, over two years of Old Brooklyn Connected will help to pro- connection. Go to www. oldbrook- planning, negotiating, cobbling together fund- mote this community as an ideal place to live lynconnected.com to learn more. ing sources, engineering, and testing will near and do business. The Old Brooklyn communi-  Only input sensitive information its conclusion as I announce the launch of a ty is ideally situated in many ways. Currently, such as social security number or project that will redefine our future. we are minutes from downtown and from every As you may already know, Old Brooklyn major interstate highway. Soon we will be credit card number on sites that have Connected is a project that will provide free, within seconds to the world. Soon all informa- a lock or begin with HTTPS:// high-speed internet access to every home and tion that is available on the internet will be at  Never respond to an email asking business in Ward 13. As we launch the project our fingertips. Our children will have the for your username and password, on April 30th, we will have reached a point of advantage of access to information and knowl- even if it seems legitimate. near completion. While there may be some edge and all citizens will be able to access all of  Beware of ad-hoc networks and "dead zones" or areas where the signal is weak, the opportunity on the internet. Continued on pg. 2 false access points. Only login to a network that you know, like OldBrooklyn.  Make sure that your firewall is acti- vated. Go to www.oldbrooklyncon- www.oldbrooklynconnected.com nected.com to find out how. Many residents have heard about the new The future is now with the introduction of  Choosing a safer browser can go a Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi wardwide the Old Brooklyn Connected website at long way. Firefox and Chrome tend internet project that has been developing in www.oldbrooklynconnected.com. The website to be more secure than Internet Ward 13. Others had the opportunity to try it is managed by the Old Brooklyn CDC and Explorer. out over President’s Day weekend, giving the offers hyper-local news and events for the  Use an UPDATED browser. The technicians valuable information to improve neighborhoods of Old Brooklyn and Brooklyn the network. Still others have come across the Centre as well as information about services older your browser the more suscep- network at home and have tried it out since and programs offered by the Old Brooklyn tible it becomes. then. Come April 30th, the substantial comple- CDC, the City of and other local  Become familiar with the Childen’s tion of the network will mean that most Ward organizations. Online Privacy Protection Act 13 residents of will be “getting connected” on If you are looking for more information (COPPA) the Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi. about the Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi in  Take an interest in your child’s All residents are invited to join us for the Ward 13, then visit www.oldbrooklynconnect- launch of Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi on ed.com. The website features information internet usage and stay involved. April 30th at 10:30 at Estabrook Recreation about how to “get connected”, frequently asked  Teach your child internet safety Center, where there will be a chance to win a questions and tips on how to stay safe while rules and do not permit them to give computer! surfing the web. out personal information or pass- The Old Brooklyn Connected Wi-Fi is The website also gives information on how words. more than a mechanism to deliver broadband to to stay involved in the community. You can  Check with your internet service a community under represented by at-home register a free account and join discussion on internet service. It is an investment in our com- local news and neighborhood. provider for ways to reduce unsolicit- munity and our small businesses. More than For more information, check out the new ed commercial email. that is an investment in our youth who require website www.oldbrooklynconnected.com, or For more safe browsing tips, go to a stable home connection to the internet to contact Christopher Lohr at 216-459-1000. excel in the classroom. www.onguardonline.gov or See back panel for info on the Old Brooklyn Connected Launch Party! www.getnetwise.org Message from the Councilman continued from pg. 1 Pedal for Prizes - 2011 Currently, only about half of the residents of our ward have a paid Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes internet subscription service. We will not be able to compete in the Saturday, May 21, 2011 - 12-4pm economy of the 21st century if only half of our residents have access to Loew Park, 3121 Oak Park Avenue, Cleveland, 44109 the internet. Consider that South Korea made it a priority to have every home connected as early as 2004. And today they lead the world in internet speeds. To be able to compete in the global economy, all of our citizens need to have access to information, knowledge, and opportuni- ty. Soon, the Old Brooklyn community will lead the nation in provid- ing access to its citizens. There is currently no community in the United States that offers free high-speed internet access to every citizen. Sure, there are numerous examples of communities wiring their parks, com- mercial corridors, or some other small area. But we will be the first to provide access to all citizens at no cost. Indeed, this is an investment in our community; it is an investment in you; it is an investment in our future. Please take advantage. In addition to Old Brooklyn Connected, there are numerous chances to take advantage of our great community. Mark you calendars for the following events:

Movies Nights: Mark your calendars for the following movie nights under the stars: Join us for the second annual Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes on June 24th at Archmere Park Saturday, May 21 during Cleveland Bicycle Week! July 22nd at Loew Park Participants will meet at Loew Park, 3121 Oak Park Avenue and August 19th at Brookside Park receive a map of approximately twenty merchants and points of interest Bring your family, friends, and a blanket to sit on as we show family in Cleveland's Old Brooklyn neighborhood. Ride your bicycle with friendly movies in our neighborhood parks. friends on your own or with a guided group to as many of those desti- nations as you wish, picking up a ticket at each to be entered into a raf- Building a Better Block: Pop Up Pearl fle to win one of two brand new bicycles and of many other exciting Come Join us on May 21st on Pearl Road near the Broadview intersec- prizes. The more destinations you visit, the better your chances to win! tion as pop up gift shops, cafes, ethnic foods, art galleries, bands and Registration begins at 12pm, with participants receiving maps of other interesting entertainment make for a fun filled day. destinations and sent on their way at 12:30pm. Merchants and volun- teers will distribute tickets until 3pm. Make your way back to Loew Bridging the Distance Park by 3:30pm for the raffle. Bridging the Distance 5k/1mi Run/Walk . This event will take place on In addition to Pedal for Prizes, Old Brooklyn will host a plethora of August 14, 2011 at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. It will feature a run bicycle-related activities. Old Brooklyn Community Development through the Zoo followed by music, games and other fun events. Corporation will transform the portion of Pearl Road between the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and State Road into a "complete street" with Indeed, there is no shortage of events to become involved in and temporary sidewalk cafes, pop-up shops, public art, and bicycle lanes. build a stronger relationship with your community. Watch or try bicycle polo presented by Pedal Republik of Cleveland. Restored and antique bicycles will be on display at Loew Park and Sincerely, throughout the neighborhood. More surprises are in store, too. The event is free and open to all. Participants are advised to prac- tice bicycle safety: bring a lock, wear a helmet, and follow local traffic laws. Kevin J. Kelley, Councilman, Ward 13 Old Brooklyn Pedal for Prizes is a grassroots volunteer organized by a small group of dedicated neighborhood residents and business owners. CityMusic Cleveland presents: Daniel and Snakeman CityMusic Cleveland will perform “Daniel and Snakeman” on Thursday, May 12 at 10am at Mary Queen of Peace Church at 4423 Pearl Road. The performance will be preceded by the Lutheran Memorial School String Youth who will be per- forming an overture of Gioacchino Rossini’s . Daniel and Snakeman, commissioned by CityMusic Cleveland, will have its world premiere debut via CityMusic Cleveland's Intergenerational Concert series May 10 - 14, 2011, in St. Colman Church, St. Vitus Church, Mary Queen of Peace Church and the Shrine Church of St. Stanislaus in Cleveland as well as at CityMusic Cleveland's home Fairmount Presbyterian Church in Cleveland Heights. Inspired by Peter and the Wolf, each of the characters in Margaret Bower's Daniel and Snakeman is represented by an instrument that portrays his or her essence. Set in 2030, the story of Daniel and Snakeman shows people of different cultures and faiths living peacefully and joyfully together, with varying customs, music and cultures that enhance one another. The villainous Snakeman is a holdover from an earlier time when people with differences could not get along. The young people have fun brave- ly making music together, defying Snakeman. Despite the fact that prejudice has been overcome it always lurks around the corner in the form of Snakeman, waiting to strike. CityMusic Cleveland is a professional chamber orchestra that performs free con- certs throughout Northeast Ohio, accompanied by exhibits of local artwork. Their mission is to develop audiences and build communities through the arts by presenting the finest quality performances of classical repertoire, eliminating the twin barriers of high ticket prices and unfamiliar venues and working with neighborhood leaders to enrich the cultural offerings of their communities. Their performance of “Daniel and Snakeman is an effort to confront barriers with a brand new work that confronts the dangers of racism and prejudice while promoting living together in harmony through music. 2 Neighborhood Events Coming Soon: FFooccuuss yyoouurr IInnssppiirraattiioonn::

CleClevvelandeland MetrMetroparoparkk Zoo’Zoo’ss PhotoPhoto SafSafariari Photo Credit: Michael J. Pollock of Seven Hills. The On May 21st from noon until dusk, you can get a glimpse of what a friendlier Downtown Old photo of the African crowned crane was the winner of Brooklyn will be like. This family friendly event will feature pop-up shops activating vacant Best in Show for 2010. storefronts, art installations, and activities for everyone from nine to ninety years old. Pop UP Get ready to take your best shot! The annu- Pearl will feature a demonstration "complete street", a nationwide movement designed to make al Photo Safari at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, our streets safe for everyone: pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, and transit users of all ages and supported by Discount Drug Mart, began Friday, abilities. Pop UP Pearl is based on a project first done in Dallas called Better Block that has April 1, runs through Tuesday, November 1, and been successful at reviving neighborhood centers and decreasing vacancy rates. We hope you is open to all amateur photographers. will join the Old Brooklyn CDC and its partners as we activate Downtown Old Brooklyn with Contestants can enter in two age groups: this truly grassroots project. Adults (ages 12 and up) and Juniors (ages 2 to For more information contact Lori Peterson at 216-459-1000 11). Each person may enter up to three or via email at [email protected]. photos in the following categories: Bird, Friends & Family, Mammal, Plant/Insect, Reptile/Amphibian/Fish and new this year, African Elephant Crossing. Prizes will be OLD BROOKLYN awarded for the best photos in each of the six different categories, and a "Best of Show" MOVIE NIGHTS winner will be selected. Prizes include Zoo memberships, Cleveland Metroparks golf passes, Discount Drug Mart Save the Date! gift cards and a Behind-the-Scenes Zoo Tour. Employees of the Zoo and its sponsor will judge Mark your calendars for the entries. Each month from April through October, following movie nights under one Photo Safari entry will be selected and post- the stars: ed on the Zoo's website as the "Pic of the Month," and will win four passes to Kalahari June 24th at Archmere Park Resorts in Sandusky. Complete rules and entry forms will be July 22nd at Loew Park available in the Zoo's Exhibit Hall, online at August 19th at Brookside Park clemetzoo.com and at select Discount Drug Mart locations. Eligible photos must be submit- ted on photographic paper, and have been taken Bring your family, friends, and a blan- on Zoo grounds between April 1, 2011, and ket to sit on as we show family friendly November 1, 2011. movies in our neighborhood parks. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Discounted winter admission through March 31 is just $7 per person, $5 for For more information, kids ages 2 to 11 and free for children younger call Lori at 459-1000 than 2 and Zoo members. Parking is free. Located at 3900 Wildlife Way, the Zoo is easily accessible from Interstates 71, 77, 90 and 480. To learn more, visit clemetzoo.com or call (216) 661-6500. Ward 13 Scenes:

Residents participating in Cleveland Housing Network’s Connect Your Community Training session at Estabrook Recreation Center. Photo Credit: Ania Suda. 3 PRESORT STD. U.S. POSTAGE PAID CLEVELAND, OH PERMIT NO. 2893 The Zoo is planning four days of festiv- Thursday, The party begins at 10 a.m. Celebrate African Elephant Crossing opening on May 5 season of African Elephant Crossing with sup- African Elephant Crossing season of Party of Pachyderm Proportions @ port from Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital. Cleveland Clinic Children's port from Fifth Third Bank is the sponsor of the inaugural Fifth Third To learn more, visit clemetzoo.com or visit clemetzoo.com learn more, To call 661-6500 Metroparks Zoo Metroparks The wait is almost over! only a With few days to go before the May 5 grand opening of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's African Elephant Crossing, preparations for the BIGGEST party of the summer are in full swing. At ities to mark this milestone in its history. African Elephant five acres and $25 million, capital project since Crossing is the largest The RainForest opened in 1992. May 5 with the James Ford Rhodes High School marching band and continues May 8 - trust us, this week- through Sunday, end is too big to miss, just like the guests of honor!

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Councilman Kevin Kelley Tel: 351-7077 - Ward Office Fax: 351-7006 4501 State Road, Cleveland, 44109 664-2943 - City Hall Office [email protected] IN THIS ISSUE: GoGo Check inside of The Neighborhood Press for some great Ward 13 information and events! Tribe!Tribe!

A message from your Ward 13 Council Member Kevin J. Kelley.

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tive, “Old Brooklyn Connected” and a special email at [email protected] invitation to the program’s launch party. 2 The Ward 13 Office has a limited Estabrook Recreation Center Recreation Estabrook amount of FREE Indians tickets to IS UP Information on news and events throughout give away to residents. Ward 13 this summer including Pedal for Prizes,

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351-7077 for available dates. IN OLD BROOKLYN! Old Brooklyn Connected is a City of Cleveland initiative supported by Ward 13 Councilman Ward Old Brooklyn Connected is a City of Cleveland initiative supported by Kevin Kelley and administered by Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation.