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VOLUME 8 • ISSUE 10 | Community News Powered by the Citizens of Westlake and Bay Village | MAY 17, 2016 Family Safety Keeping a great thing growing Foundation and Wellness Westlake hosts Tree City USA awards banquet to honor 3

Fair on May 21 he City of Bay residents Westlake, along with by AL PAULUS by LYDIA GADD T the Westlake Tree he Bay Village Foun- he community is Commission, dation will host its invited to learn ways hosted the 2016 Tannual Memorial Tto increase personal Tree City USA Day ceremony to dedicate safety and wellness at the awards banquet permanent bronze plaques Westlake Recreation Center at LaCentre on honoring James Potter, on Saturday, May 21, from Tuesday, May 10. Richard Schier and Eileen 10 a.m.-2 p.m. as the City Northern Ohio Tree Vernon. The program, now of Westlake and University Cities from as close in its 21st year, takes place Hospitals St. John Medical as Bay Village and at Cahoon Park North, Center co-host a Family as far away as San- under the tent, at approxi- Safety and Wellness Fair. dusky, Youngstown mately 10:30 a.m., imme- The day fittingly begins and Wadsworth diately following the city’s with a flag-raising ceremo- attended the event. Memorial Day observance ny at 9:45 a.m. in honor All in all, over 240 at the Cahoon Park Gazebo. of Armed Forces Day. St. participants, the The Potter family hon- John Medical Center will largest gathering ored Jim with the plaque present City Council Presi- ever for this event, WENDELL TARA BY PHOTO on his 80th birthday this dent Michael Killeen with enjoyed a wonderful Alan Siewert, a regional urban forester from the Ohio DNR, speaks at the Tree month, celebrating his a commemorative framed breakfast and lunch City USA awards banquet on May 10. Westlake hosted the event, celebrating tremendous commitment flag which was flown at the and many outstand- its 25th year as a Tree City. to Bay Village through his U.S. Capitol on Earth Day ing speakers. Exhibitors from and Forest City Tree Preservation many local businesses provided involvement in numerous this year. many nurseries, lawn care com- took time to display their prod- gifts and door prizes. community organizations. » See SAFETY FAIR page 6 panies, The Holden Arboretum ucts to those in attendance and » See TREE CITY page 4 » See FOUNDATION page 2

tive ideas from youth to prevent home Bay, Westlake fires and deaths. Since the scouts are Second ‘History Mystery’ bike ride a success at home on the water, they designed Sea Scouts reach an infographic highlighting the main by DONNA WILSON This year, participants were able to causes of boat fires. The graphic also visit and to learn about businesses that gave suggestions for preventative main- he second annual History Mystery have been in the community since 1948: semifinals tenance that should be taken. Bike Tour on Saturday, May 7, was Burns Auto Service, Bay Barber Shop, The Sea Scouts invited the U.S. a success with over 90 participants Arthur’s Shoe Tree and Bay Lanes. by RICHARD GASH T Coast Guard vessel inspection officers to including adults and children who were » See BIKE RIDE page 6 ur Sea Scout crew, named review the trifold and incorporated their able to learn more “Boats” and comprised of suggestions to improve the content. about Bay Village’s rich O Adam Schordock (Westlake After a final overview by Commodore history, sample food, High School), Khalid Hamil (Bay Clay Miller and the other officers and dance and listen to great Middle School), and Derek Reid, Nick trustees of Bay Boat Club, the trifold was music provided by the Maude and our leader Zak Hamil (all submitted and has reached the semifi- Waylows. from Bay High School) reached the nals of the competition. The Sea Scouts The organizer, semifinals of the Paradigm Challenge, will be seeking a grant to publish the Rebecca Krueger from a $250,000 international competition trifold and distribute it to marinas. Village Bicycle Coop- sponsored by the American Red Cross. Sea Scouting is a co-ed program for erative, said, “The The scouts submitted a trifold eighth-graders through high school who History Mystery ride brochure, titled “Don’t let this be Your love boating. Contact Richard Gash, Skip- showcased Village Boat.” The competition sought innova- per, 440-871-6106 for further details.  Bicycle Cooperative’s great resources and an ongoing commitment to the community.” She further added that because of VBC’s efforts Bay Village is becom- ing more bike friendly due to changes in the

bike laws and the col- DENNY WENDELL BY PHOTO

PHOTO BY DAWN HAMIL DAWN BY PHOTO laboration between law Chris Zalud, along with her daughter, Ashley, and son, Sea Scouts Adam Schordock, Khalid Hamil, Zak Hamil and Nick Maude with enforcement and the Merritt, pedal past the Rose Hill Museum in Cahoon a graphic they created about preventing boat fires. community. Memorial Park during the History Mystery tour.

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FOUNDATION Bay Legion seeks families of CELEBRATING from front page Community Powered News 7 YEARS of CITIZEN active military personnel Citizens participate JOURNALISM Richard Schier, a veteran and resident of 813 in writing, editing, Bay, remembered the Bay Village Foundation he Bay Village American Defense authorized the service flag photographing and delivering this newspaper. in his will and is being honored for his service Legion is seeking families with an act of Congress. WINNER of the to the country and to the community. Twith active military mem- The Department of Defense Ohio School Boards Association Eileen Vernon, charter member and long- bers. These families are eligible to specifies that family members autho- MEDIA HONOR ROLL 2013 time president of the Foundation, is being receive a Blue Star Service Banner to rized to display the flag include the for Excellence in Educational Reporting honored by her colleagues for 21 years of display in the window of their home wife, husband, mother, father, step- The Westlake | Bay Village Observer is a hyperlocal service to the Foundation and to Bay Village. to signify that they are a Blue Star father, parent through adoption, community newspaper and website written by, for and about the residents of Westlake and Bay Village, Friends of the honorees and the public Family. The Blue Star Service Banner foster parents who stand or stood providing perspectives and information about topics and are invited to attend the ceremony. is a reminder that war touches every in loco parentis, children, stepchil- events in our community. The mission of the Westlake | The plaques are installed on the Bay neighborhood. dren, children through adoptions, Bay Village Observer is to inform, involve and energize Village Walking Trail Bridge and visitors are The Blue Star Banner was brothers, sisters, half-brothers and the community through citizen participation of the 700+ invited to view the plaques following the cer- designed and patented in 1917 by half-sisters of a member of the armed community volunteers. All Westlake and Bay Village emony. World War I Army Captain Robert L. forces of the United States. residents are invited to participate. The Bay High Honors String Quintet Queissner of the 5th Ohio Infantry Parents or spouses of active Observer Guidelines under the direction of Ms. Carrie Singler will who had two sons serving on the military personnel should contact Want to submit an article to the Observer? We’d love to hear from you! Here are some guidelines to keep in play throughout the ceremony. Tenor Troy front line. The flag quickly became Americanism Chairman, Jim Potter, mind when writing for the Observer: Ayers II will sing as the names of each of the the unofficial symbol of a child in at 440 899-9343 and arrange to get a • Anyone who lives or works in Westlake or Bay Village 33 memorialized persons are read. And as a service. In 1967, the Department of Blue Star banner.  is encouraged to contribute. special tribute to Bay Village veterans and cur- • Aim for 300-500 word articles. rent members of the military, a playing of taps • Photos should be jpegs & a minimum of 2 megabytes in size. will conclude the program. • Submit original stories and photos. Don’t copy others’ The Foundation will also announce the Celebrate National Garden Week work and remember to credit your sources. names of those local non-profit organiza- • Review our Observer FAQs on our website at: tions receiving grants from the Foundation in by JEAN SMITH there. A good selection of plants wbvobserver.com 2016, and the names of three Bay High seniors will be available. • Ask questions! We’re here to help you at every step receiving scholarships from the Foundation, he National Garden Clubs • Wednesday, June 8, 10:30 a.m. – It along the way. Don’t hesitate to come to us for advice or help with topics, content or the submission process. including the T. Richard Martin Memorial Inc. designates a week in is never too early to get children Staff contact information is listed below. Scholarship; the latter resulting from a per- TJune every year as National involved in gardening. Bring your To join in, sign up through the Member Center at petual gift made by the Martin family. Garden Week. They ask local garden children to Westlake Porter Public wbvobserver.com/members to submit your stories, The Bay Village Foundation bronze clubs to celebrate with activities that Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, photos and events. plaque program was established as a way involve the community to learn to pick up a kit with everything All content should be submitted through the Member for families and friends to give permanent more about gardening and making needed to grow a plant from seed. Center, not by email. recognition to Bay citizens. Donors that con- good choices. • Friday, June 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Letters to the editor (max. 300 words) may be sent tribute to the Foundation at the level of $2,500 This year the Westlake Garden – Stop by our table at Westlake to [email protected]. Please include full contact or more may request a plaque to honor the Club will celebrate National Garden Porter Public Library to “talk to the information. life work of a Bay Village resident, living or Week with the following activities: gardeners.” Club members will be The views and opinions expressed in this publication deceased. • Monday, June 6, 10:30 a.m. – Come available to answer your questions do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the For more information about the Foun- to Dean’s Greenhouse, 3984 Porter and give helpful hints on growing Westlake | Bay Village Observer staff. dation, estate planning opportunities, call Road, to learn how to plant a veg- a beautiful garden. PRODUCTION OFFICE 440-899-3490. Applications for scholarships etable garden in a container and We hope you will join us for one, 451 Queenswood Drive and guidelines for proposals are available at what vegetables work best. Bring a or all of the above activities to help Bay Village, Ohio 44140 440-409-0114 • Fax 440-409-0118 thebayvillagefoundation.org.  container to plant or purchase one celebrate National Garden Week.  Copyright ©2016 The Westlake | Bay Village Observer. All rights reserved. Any reproduction is forbidden without written permission. Dover UCC embraces Peace Village Day Camp Denny Wendell Co-publisher, Community Advocate [email protected] by CYNTHIA STUART “The four components to the pro- Dover UCC will host the Peace Vil- Tara Wendell gram – Peace Within Self, Peace and the lage Day Camp on the beautiful acreage Co-publisher, Senior Editor over Congregational United Planet, Peace and our Culture, Peace with behind the church building or inside the [email protected] Church of Christ, located at 2239 Others – have a strong theological base,” building if it rains. Children and youth, Advertising Consultants Dover Center Road in Westlake, said Cynthia Stuart, co-director of Peace grades 2-12 are invited to attend. Tues- Laura Gonzalez D [email protected] • 440-477-3556 Village. “As Christians, we follow Jesus’ day afternoon is reserved for the oldest will host Peace Village Day Camp, July Michelle Krieg 11-14, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Peace model that both embraced children and campers to try their skills at a Tree Top [email protected] • 440-655-4385 Village Day Camp focuses on the spiri- taught peace. But the idea of peace is evi- rope challenge, while the other campers Social Media tual practice of peace present in all faith dent in all faith traditions. We can learn walk trails in Bradley Woods Reservation Nathan Conover traditions. from each tradition’s peace emphasis.” with a nature guide. QUESTIONS? Contact us: Peace Village, which started in the Each day, peace stories from differ- Registration forms and other infor- [email protected] or 440-409-0114 UCC 20 years ago in the Pacific North- ent faiths by people who practice the mation about the Peace Village Day Contributing Writers west, teaches children peaceful practices faith will be shared with the campers. Camp can be found on the Dover UCC Jeff Agoston, Barbara Armstrong, Jeff Bing, Kim through fun, outdoor adventure, classes, Campers will hear peace stories from website: doverucc.org/what-we-do/ Bonvissuto, Terri Brewer, Anna Corn, Karen Derby, Jim music and interfaith stories. Muslims, Jews, and Christians. christian-education.  Dispirito, Cynthia Eakin, Diane Frye, Lydia Gadd, Richard Gash, Alicia Goodelle, Laurie Henrichsen, Carol Janovsky, RJ Johnson, Kay Laughlin, Tara McGuinness, Al Paulus, Janice Patterson, Dave Pfister, Jim Potter, Warren Remein, Victor Rutkoski, Tak Sato, Mary Beth Schneidler, BAY VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Social hour begins at 6 p.m. in the Louise Seeholzer, Jean Smith, Mark Spaetzel, Cynthia Bay Village Community house, followed Stuart, Kristen Thomas, Nancy Trainer, Eileen Vernon, Program shines a light on by the potluck dinner and 7 p.m. pro- Tara Wendell, Elaine Willis, Donna Wilson gram. The society provides the main Photographers dish, which is a cookout with hamburg- Jeff Agoston, Eileen Cernea, Dawn Hamil, Anne Hurtuk, Cleveland history and Superman ers and brats. Warren Remein, Candy Sanson, Mark Spaetzel, Kevin Guests with a last name beginning Walker, Denny Wendell, Tara Wendell by CYNTHIA EAKIN bers for an informal potluck dinner and with A to L are asked to bring an appe- Also Helping an evening of Cleveland history. tizer or dessert for 10 to share. Guests Dianne Borowski, Conda Boyd, Terra Corn, Nancy earn about “Truth, Justice and the Sutcliffe will talk about Jerry Siegel with a last name beginning with M to Z Heaton, Ruth Popovich, Laurel Wendell, Kathy Winzig Cleveland Way” as guest speaker and Joe Schuster, two kids from Glenville are asked to bring a side dish. Everyone To support the Observer through advertising, contact: LDennis Sutcliffe addresses the High School who created the world’s most should bring their own place setting. Laura Gonzalez legend of Superman on Thursday, May 19. enduring superhero. Meet the original Admission is free. Please RSVP to [email protected] or The Bay Village Historical Society Superman and learn how he was influ- Cathy Flament at 440-835-4472 or Doug Michelle Krieg [email protected] invites the community to join their mem- enced by the boys’ lives in Cleveland. Gertz at 440-554-6355. 

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ater in Bay Village and West- lake currently comes from the WCleveland Water Crown Treat- ment Plant located on Clague Road in Westlake. On Saturday, May 7, I took the public tour celebrating 160 years of Cleve- land Water. About a dozen people were REMEIN WARREN BY PHOTOS guided by Scott Naelitz, a plant supervi- Inside the control room of the Crown Treatment Plant. sor. We passed the reservoir which holds We walked the Crown plant received the Phase IV 36 million gallons of clean drinking water. on to the filtra- “Excellence in Water Treatment” award, Crown pumps 41.5 million gallons per tion building. A the highest achievement from the Part- day into the Cleveland system which 6-foot-deep filter nership for Safe Water. The plant is only serves 420,000 homes and businesses in bed of carbon the 16th recipient of this award across all a 640-square-mile service area. chips removes of North America. We turned into the spotless pump chemicals, algae, The tour was fascinating. The plant building and looked into the main pump bacteria and dirt. was spotlessly clean, and well maintained. area. Our clean, tasty water comes from The filter mate- Our guide, Scott, courteously answered all Lake Erie through pumps as big as 2,250 rial is continually our questions. I thanked Scott and went horsepower! The water comes from the being checked and home to fill – you guessed it! – a glass of intake 3 miles out in Lake Erie. The intake backwashed with fresh, cold and clean tap water.  pipe is 24 feet in diameter – big enough both air and water to drive through. to keep it clean. The initial screening occurs as water Water is again OBSERVED enters the intake well 60 feet below treated with chlo- ground, removing most material includ- rine and fluoride ing fish, algae and debris. The screening Machinery in the main pump building on the next level up. is squeezed dry and made into fertilizer. liquid form. Equipment is well labeled and safety aids We followed the water that is pumped It takes lots of infrastructure – easy to reach. on and up to the next building where pipeline, buildings and equipment – to We walked on to the control area and flocculation with alum sticks together clean and filter our water. The Cleveland labs. The building has operators at the and settles more dirt and algae. One of system has four primary pump stations control station 24 hours every single day. our group tried the spinning exhibit that (including Crown), 11 secondary pumps Every process, pump and flow is moni- shows how a new slanted plastic screen stations, 22 towers and tanks, and nearly tored on the easy-to-see large screen This time of year we have a chance cuts settling time and doubles effective 5,200 miles of underground pipes – the monitors. Water is continually tested to see colorful birds as they migrate area. We moved past the area chlorine piping could stretch from here to Athens, in the labs for chemicals, pH (acidity), ... but this is just ridiculous! I saw first goes in the water. In 2013, Cleveland Greece! Incoming power is over 2000 chlorine levels and turbidity (suspended this bird at my bird feeder in Bay Water spent $10 million in improvements volts, and is backed up by generators that dirt). The U.S. EPA and the FDA have Village on May 15. -Denny Wendell to change from chlorine gas to the safer can fully power the plant. stringent quality requirements. In 2015, GOT TRASH? Start Saving Earn college credits GET COOPER! and get ahead Cooper Disposal Is Your First Choice this summer. For On-Site Trash Containers. Affordable tuition Big or small containers delivered to your home or business. At Cooper Disposal Flexible schedules we pride ourselves in exceptional service which includes same-day service to Right in Westlake ALL of our customers. We are a locally based, family-owned business and we believe that customer service is the key to our success! Containers for: • Garage or Attic Clean Out • Deck Removal • Remodeling Debris • Home Content Disposal • Patio Demolition • And More!

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Careful from front page TREE CITY planning and foresight have Westlake’s Service Director Paul Quinn continued a emceed the program, which opened with a healthy plan to greeting and welcome by Westlake Mayor maintain qual- Dennis Clough, followed by remarks from ity green space Alan Siewert, a regional urban forester from in Westlake and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. to keep the city Beth Buchanan was there to promote the a beautiful place Tree Fund which finances research into to live. Mary tree development. Beth also gave Mary Beth Schneidler, chairperson a little history of the Westlake Tree Commission, gave a lesson by tell- short history of the 25 years of Westlake ing the story of being a Tree City and she introduced the many, many Jerry Fleischer, Westlake’s first tree for- trees in a row ester, and Stan Barnard, the current along Westwood PHOTO BY TARA WENDELL TARA BY PHOTO forester. Mary Beth explained how the Road between Mary Beth Schneidler is surprised with a proclamation from Mayor Dennis Clough in honor of Westlake Tree Commission, City Council, Columbia and her 25 years of service on the Tree Commission. Also pictured are Service Director Paul Quinn city leaders and the foresters have been Canterbury. In and Urban Forestry Manager Stan Barnard. instrumental in preserving trees in the the late 1920s city of Westlake. and ‘30s the family that owned the land in that area wanted to mark the prop- educate children and our community erty line of their farm so the father had on the importance of managing water his son plant a tree there every time he runoff and the benefits of rain barrels as follows, with their school and major: misbehaved. If you are to travel down and organic fertilizer. Westlake has also • Rachel Hamilton, Case Western Westwood and look at the plot of land taken an aggressive approach to improv- Bay Women’s Reserve University, cognitive science today you will still see many of those ing the water retention basins through- and neurology trees still standing in a long, straight line. out the city and returning many areas to Club awards • Evan Harms, Kent State University, It is believed that the young man planted a healthy environment. multimedia journalism over 100 trees! Chris Stuhm from the Service • Jocelyn Joseph, Baldwin Wallace Uni- Mary Beth also thanked the current Department spoke on the extensive scholarships versity, psychology and pre-medicine Tree Commission members for their recycling and composting projects that by NANCY TRAINER • Katelyn Laskowski, Cuyahoga Com- service – John Walz with over 10 years; they have undertaken. The city has a munity College, criminology Margie Rossander, five years; Diane large ecological compost facility, shared he Bay Village Women’s Club • Annamarie McGuire, West Virginia Morris, 4 years; and Justin Parks, who with Bay Village, to provide an alterna- Foundation is awarding $22,500 University, forensic science was recently appointed. After her talk, tive action to yard waste. These efforts Tin scholarships of $2,500 each • Moira Meehan, Ohio Wesleyan Uni- Mary Beth was surprised on stage with a have eliminated approximately 240,000 to nine outstanding Bay High School versity, biology and fine arts proclamation from Mayor Clough recog- tons of leaves from landfills in the last seniors. The Club recognized the stu- • Alysse Nowak, Ohio University, nizing her 25 years of service on the Tree 25 years. Wood waste recycling takes in dents and their families May 12 during chemistry and pre-medicine Commission, 10 years as chairperson. approximately 10,000 cubic yards each a luncheon at the Cleveland Yachting • Matthew Szekely, Kent State Univer- The event’s morning session then year and sells over 4,000 cubic yards back Club. The Bay High School String sity, music education continued with many outstanding speak- to the community to use as wood chips Quintet provided entertainment. • Rachel Zvara, Cleveland State Uni- ers. Lauren Lanphear of Forest City Tree and mulch. This has saved 34,000 tons This year’s scholarship recipients are versity, undecided.  Protection gave a world view of urban from being placed in a landfill over the forestry. His interesting PowerPoint pre- past 25 years! sentation allowed the audience to view Jim Bedell, Westlake’s planning unusual tree trimmings, plantings, and director, discussed the ordinances that preservation of trees around the world – Westlake has put in place to protect taking the audience to Singapore, Austra- our trees and green space when land is lia, China, Russia and Czechoslovakia. He developed. Detailed plans must be sub- also shared ways countries honor trees, mitted to maintain the trees on a plot of preserve historical trees and champion land and approved before a business or trees along with displaying various types a developer can clear the land. Westlake of “Arbor Art” in places such as France, has been a leader in establishing ways to Italy, the U.S. and Sweden. keep our urban forestry healthy! Several city employees concluded Following the speaker and lunch, the the morning with talks promoting Tree City Awards were presented by Alan interesting initiatives that Westlake has Siewert. Among the more than 60 North-

PHOTO BY EILEEN CERNEA BY PHOTO undertaken to promote a “green” city. ern Ohio cities recognized, Westlake was Bay Village Women’s Club scholarship recipients, from left: Evan Harms, Jim Smolik from the Engineering Depart- honored for being a Tree City for 25 years; Annamarie McGuire, Matthew Szekely, Moira Meehan, Jocelyn Joseph, ment spoke on the storm water com- Bay Village for 18 years; Rocky River, 32; Alysse Nowak, Rachel Zvara, Rachel Hamilton, Katelyn Laskowski. mittee formed to evaluate water runoff, Fairview Park, 24; and Avon Lake, 23. 

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HUMOR ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Remembering my days as Hear bass in a a talk-show host multitude of by EILEEN VERNON that covered news for all of Bureau County. I dropped in one day asking dimensions hen applying for positions to help out with the news and was in law and education, hired. Shortly thereafter I was offered by LOUISE SEEHOLZER WI would list my experi- the morning talk-show host job! What ences, degrees, grades, skills and at I knew about hosting a radio show Enjoy “Bass Extravaganza” on Tues- the bottom, I had a one-line past was exactly nothing. I was curious day, May 24, at 7 p.m. at Westlake Porter experience: radio talk show host. To and much into knowledge of trivia so I Public Library. Ann Gilbert, whose resume a person, the first thing I would be assumed it would work out – and it did. resembles a “Who’s Who” of bass studies, asked about in an interview was that For 12 years I hosted Coffee performance and teaching from the highest radio show! Time, a 45-minute talk show. I was regarded classical levels to pop celebrities, How I got my own radio show is sure I could tap my relatives and will present a unique program that explores probably something they were won- friends and a few famous strangers different ways in which the bass can soar. dering. I’m not exactly a conventional talking about food, talking about the Gilbert urges all to come with open PHOTO COURTESY ANN GILBERT COURTESY PHOTO radio personality, although I suppose role food plays in life, politics and the ears and minds as she serenades her audi- Ann Gilbert with her carbon fiber bass, I’m somewhat conventional when it role that plays in our life, and various ence on a carbon fiber bass, an upright one of three she will showcase at Bass comes to small-town radio, which is sundry subjects like antiques, self- electric Gel Bass and a modern Italian Extravaganza on May 24. what my show was broadcast on, not help programs, new products, county string bass. She will bring several friends, a major network. I have the kind of fairs, books and other things that the including two Suzuki bass students (5 and Gilbert’s first bass teachers were George odd and uninteresting voice with a person behind them was dying to talk 7 years old), a jazz trio, and an all-carbon Wisneskey and Harry Barnoff. She studied Pittsburgh accent that works out all about to anyone that would listen. fiber instrument string quartet. piano with Marianne Mastics. She studied right in life but would not work out I loved that job. I never ran out of Currently, Gilbert plays principal bass string bass with David Perlman, principal on national radio. topics and to this day, 30 years later, with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, the bass for the Cleveland Orchestra and John When you live in a small town, my friends and family refer to me as Akron Symphony, Blue Water Chamber Schaeffer, principal bass for the New York interesting jobs are difficult to find. “The Voice of Bureau County.” Orchestra and is a member of Firelands Philharmonic. She has played in orchestras I finished college at the ripe old age Symphony Orchestra. She also teaches backing up Kenny Rogers, Scott Hamilton, of 36 and was looking for part-time Suzuki and traditional bass for the Cleve- Kenny Loggins, Roger Daltry, Luciano Pava- work. I taught speech communication POETRY land Music School Settlement. Her résumé rotti, Jewel, Dennis DeYoung, the Three at the university as a graduate student includes appointments as principal bass Tenors, and the Moody Blues. and did part-time substitute teaching. SUGAR GLIDER with the Symphonic Orchestra of the State This extraordinary program is pre- I should say I was “almost” finished of Mexico, assistant principal bass with the sented to the community without charge A haiku by ANNA CORN, age 11 with college at that time; I didn’t know Oregon Symphony, and in the Symphonic by the Westlake-Westshore Arts Council, as I’d go to law school at the age of 51, but Gliding though the air, Orchestra of Seville, Spain. it fulfills its mission to make art programs, that’s another story. She is a graduate of the Cleveland in all forms, available to the general public. In our little town of Princeton, Illi- Tree to tree so gracefully, Institute of Music, the Juilliard School Westlake Porter Public Library is at 27333 nois, we had one radio station, WZOE, The sugar glider. of Music, and the University of Akron. Center Ridge Road. 

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SAFETY FAIR from front page BIKE RIDE from front page PHOTO BY DENNY WENDELL BY PHOTO SJMC nurses Anne Gorski and Shana Outrich set up the Village Bicycle Cooperative volunteers sign up riders and give directions for the History tabletop “Operation” board game, designed to teach how Mystery tour at the Community House in Cahoon Memorial Park. different organs are affected by drugs. There was a presentation in the Community volunteer run and we couldn’t do what we do This event promises to be 50 vendors and table displays Room at the Bay Village Police Department about without all the committed volunteers throughout interesting to all age groups. representing a variety of health the education program, “Bike More: Drive Less,” the year. A special thanks to the following for their Outside there will be a “Touch a and safety topics for all ages. which is beginning May 20 (see villagebicycle.org help with the ride: Carl Gonzalez, Justin May, Truck” event which will include Some topics will include: cyber for more information). Mothers were honored at Colleen Bumba, Brian Klueber, Lawrence Kuh, emergency vehicles, service safety, technology for seniors, the ride and they received special gifts of fresh Jennifer Smillie, Patrick McGannon, Bill Abbott, trucks, the ICAC forensics van, the opiate task force, crime pre- tulips,chocolates and cookies. A potential plan Gregg Wilson, Jim Smillie, Jim Jewett, Max Grube, the Ghost Buster van and more; vention, weight management, for next year’s History Mystery Ride is to visit the Bill Fleig and Michelle Kraft and a big thanks to including a special appearance wandering and safety devices farms around the area, sample some treats at Rebecca Krueger for organizing this event. Luke by the UH helicopter (weather both for seniors with dementia each stop and meet new people. Smillie, our youngest volunteer at age 8 summed permitting). Free bike helmets issues and children with autism Thanks to all the sponsors for food, raffle up best the mission of VBC: “Family and kids are will be distributed (while sup- issues, just to name a few. contributions and support, especially Lake Road biking when it’s nice out and not driving.” plies last). The community rooms Market, Gina’s Pizza, Whole Foods, Fragapane’s, Spending the day outside with friends, riding There will also be a will house a wide variety of Trader Joe’s, Fairview Cycles, Blazing Saddles and bikes, learning about our city and enjoying tasty bounce house, balloon twist- biometric health screenings, Beat Cycles. And, of course, the Waylows, whose food and good music...what could be better! We ers, a DJ, and a Teddy Bear including cancer screenings. music put the spring into the air and dancing in welcome your help and donations so we can First Aid station. All events and offering are free the wind. continue providing the city with programs and The gym will be home to of charge.  Village Bicycle Cooperative is 100 percent recycling bikes. 

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THE DIGITAL WORLD digital world. But communication requires out that they themselves do not have to SPORTING VIEWS at least two parties, so the younger genera- share a single picture or update. Using tion – such as the seniors’ offspring and social media in this way can help maintain Options to ease their grandchildren – play an integral role intergenerational family connectedness. The ultimate in promoting digital literacy for seniors. This is similar to my personal example seniors into I’ve learned that something as simple from a previous article, where even though two-party as finding out a person’s real world interests I’d prefer flying back to Japan more frequent- and coaching them on how those interests ly, responsibilities and finances prohibit system digital literacy can be cultivated in a more expansive and such indulgence. Rather than succumbing efficient manner can be a powerful moti- to being homesick, or worrying about my by TAK SATO by JEFF BING vational tool. Online research on topics of aging-in-place parents (or them worrying n recent issues, we explored the prob- interest, like genealogy, can be a great way about me, as all parents worry about their ver wonder what it’s like being able consequences stemming from to introduce seniors to the digital world. children), we both embraced the digital the guy who writes the “Sport- Ithe currently low digital literacy rate Another motivator is the use of com- world tool of video chat to keep in touch Eing Views”? Actually, and this among seniors. Although each senior’s munication technology to keep in touch and overcome our obstacle of distance. is a little more to the point, ever personal situation and life challenges are with loved ones. While seniors may want There is no stopping or slowing down wonder what the wife of the guy who different, such as the benign sounding, frequent phone calls and visits from their of how everything we used to do in the writes the “Sporting Views” thinks yet common mental health symptom of offspring, the younger set may prefer to real world is increasingly moving to the about all this? “loneliness” that afflicts many aging-in- communicate using social networking digital world. Products and services are I’ll bet there are a few of you out place seniors, as well as physical health sites such as Facebook. delivered, and some even exclusively, in there who are curious, and if there issues, becoming digitally literate empow- Many seniors are elated to find out the digital world. Being able to use digital are at least a few of you, I won’t ers seniors to overcome many of their chal- that they can simply become “friends” tools to access products and services has have to worry about my readership lenges and enjoy digital world benefits. with their children and grandchildren become critical. numbers taking a hit as a result of I continue to exclude younger gen- on Facebook, enabling them to see their Digital literacy has become the life me choosing this topic. erations out of this discussion, as they are pictures and updates. Their intimidation skill that everyone, especially seniors, First, perhaps a little history mostly well in-tune with the utility of the barrier is further reduced when they find needs to embrace quickly!  about my wife: Patti and I met 46 years ago in the field behind St. Ber- nadette church in Westlake. Ironical- more, and a silent auction with amaz- ly, we would be married at the same Herb Guild Scholarship Luncheon ing deals. church seven years later (much to This year, three scholarships will be the chagrin of her parents). by BARBARA ARMSTRONG The boutique will open at 10 a.m. awarded at the luncheon. The cost of the Anyway, when we first met, and will feature culinary herbs, herb ticket includes lunch and the keynote she didn’t care much about sports. he Herb Guild’s 32nd annual Schol- mixes, herb dips and specialty items. speaker, veteran Cleveland radio and Invariably, her questions about the arship Luncheon will be held on There will be a tasting table so you can television personality, Mike Olszewski. Indians, Browns and Cavs were TWednesday, Aug. 3, at Avon Oaks taste the delicious foods before you buy Proceeds from the annual event will be pretty generic and predictable: “Are Country Club. This year’s theme is “In the them. Breadsmith of Lakewood will sell used for the club’s scholarship fund. the (insert team name here) any Pink.” Tickets are $35 each and are on their herb bread again this year. There For more information call Kathie good this year?” And then she’d ask sale now. will be raffle baskets, each worth $75 or Conrad at 215-872-9725.  who the opponent was. And then she’d ask if the opponent was any good, to which I’d offer my con- WESTLAKE RECREATION DEPT. Playful Preschoolers (ages 3-5) summer camp for boys and girls. sidered opinion, along the lines of Running weekly from June 13-July 14, Monday-Thursday, July 25-28. Grades “Yes,” “No,” or “Your guess is as good 8:45-11:15 a.m. Different themes on dif- 3-5: 9 a.m.-noon; grades 6-8: 12:30-3:30 p.m. as mine.” ferent weeks. Demons Summer Volleyball Camp So I set out to change her. (Obvi- Time to plan your Youth Tennis Academy (ages 6-16) (grades 2-6) ously, I was young … and very, very Weekly sessions starting June 6 and Are you just learning or want to polish naïve). I mean, what kind of relation- summer fun ending the week of Aug. 8. Ages 6-10 run your volleyball skills? This camp will be ship can a couple have if they don’t 9-10:30 a.m.; ages 11-16 run 10:30 a.m.- ideal for both. Join members of the WHS have some common interests? If you by JIM DISPIRITO noon. staff as they focus on the basics of the can’t have an honest conversation Summer Sport Time (ages 3-5) game in the three-day camp. Grades 2-4 about home runs, touchdowns, or s the school days start to wind Tuesday-Thursday mornings, June will focus on the basics while grades 5-6 the 24-second shot clock, what the down there is one major question 21-July 21. This program will let your child will build upon the basics and prep you heck is the point, right? So we spent Aon every parent’s mind: “What experience all different types of sporting for game time. Monday-Wednesday, July countless hours, weeks, months am I going to do with them for the whole activities all in one class. The session fea- 18-29. Grades 2-4: 9-10:30 a.m.; grades 5-6: even, going over the fine points of summer?” Yes, parents, that golden time tures T-Ball, basketball and soccer each on 10:30 a.m.-noon. professional sports in Cleveland. has arrived. After your child sleeps in the a different day. All activities are held in the Black Dog Lacrosse Camp (ages 6-15) Let me tell you: it wasn’t easy, first morning, then gets up, brushes the gym of the Recreation Center. Almost 30 years of camp experience especially in the beginning. There sleep from their eyes and promptly yells Phil Bova Baseball Camp (ages 7-14) will guide everyone from basic player to were discussions, arguments, even out: “I’m bored, there is nothing to do!” Annual baseball camp held the week advance technique. This camp will work insults thrown on occasion. And Don’t worry, the Westlake Recreation of June 13. Register at bovacamps.com or with the beginner as well as the interme- it usually even got worse when we Department has you covered. We offer call 440-779-1390. diate player on their skills. Drills will be started talking about sports! But I activities for almost every age group. Daily Soccer Camp with Mike Besu Ages level specific. Beginning players will be must say, after almost five decades programs, weekly camps, swimming les- (5-14) required to bring sticks and mouth guards. of intense schooling on my part – sons, sport-specific camps and much The return of Coach Besu’s soccer Intermediate players will be required to I’m a stickler for detail if you haven’t more. The best part is, you can register camps. Three weekly camps this year: the have full equipment. Monday-Thursday, noticed – the fruits of my labor right now for these camps and have the weeks of June 20, July 11 and Aug. 1. All June 27-30, 9 a.m.-noon. began to bear some, uh, fruit. The whole summer planned out even before camps run Monday-Friday, 9-11:30 a.m. The Westlake Baseball School (Ages 7-14) difference is like night and mid- they run out of school on the last day. Shawn Hood’s Basketball Skills & Drills Join former St. Ed’s coach John morning. Check this out: Summer Day Camp (ages 6-12) Camp (grades 3-8) Whelan as he heads up this skills program. Today, a mere 46 years after Running weekly from June 6-Aug. 12, Join WHS varsity coach Shawn Hood The focus will be to improve your child’s “school” commenced, she still 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Weekly field trips. Before and as he works with players to improve shoot- hitting, throwing and fielding technique. doesn’t care much about sports. After Care available. ing, passing and overall skills at this great Held at Clague Park fields. Monday and Invariably, her questions about the Wednesdays, June 13-July 6. Ages 7-10 Indians, Browns and Cavs are pretty attend from 9-10 a.m.; ages 11-14 attend generic and predictable: “Are the from 10:10-11:10 a.m. (insert team name here) any good 1-5 DAY KITCHEN UPDATES We also offer swimming lessons at this year?” And she’ll ask who the Peterson Pool in Clague Park and the West- opponent is. 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Join in at www.wbvobserver.com 8 WESTLAKE | BAY VILLAGE OBSERVER • 17 MAY 2016 BVPD celebrates 10 years in ‘new’ building by TARA WENDELL ground remediation.” The group, including several he Bay Village Police Department officers who have been with the is celebrating the 10-year anni- department since before the move, Tversary of its station house this reminisced about the old police head- month. In honor of the milestone, the quarters, which had been housed on department held an informal ceremony the ground floor of City Hall since the on May 6, welcoming Mayor Debbie 1950s. Sutherland and Ruth Popovich, the city’s “It was disgusting,” Mayor assistant finance director, for a trip down Sutherland said of the former sta- memory lane. tion. “One of the major reasons that “We’re here because Ruth remem- we needed to make the move was bered that this month was our 10th anni- because it was so dangerous to pro- versary,” said Chief Mark Spaetzel. cess any prisoners over there because The finance department was heavily there was no room.” involved in the process, monitoring costs The space was cramped and out- as the city dealt with legal and environ- dated, with four jail cells, the dispatch mental issues that affected construction. center, the officers’ locker room and “We tracked every dime that went records department in an area that is PHOTO BY TARA WENDELL TARA BY PHOTO into this building,” Popovich recalled. now home to the SafeBuilt building Mayor Debbie Sutherland and Ruth Popovich (not pictured) visited the Bay “All the change orders and everything; department, administrative offices Village police station on May 6. Standing, from left: Lt. Calvin Holliday, officer it’s hard to walk in here and not think of and the woodworking shop. Michael Bourque, Sgt. Elliot Silva and Chief Mark Spaetzel. the contractors, and the lawsuit and the “Where the wood shop is now, that used to be the sally port for prison- that was one of the overarching reasons ers,” Popovich said. “Officers used to pull that we built the new station. It was old their cars in and close the doors and they and we couldn’t upgrade it sufficiently to would have access to the police station.” meet the regulations for jails.” Added Chief Spaetzel: “When we arrested Operations were officially trans- somebody, we’d have to shut down the ferred to the new station when the old whole department as we’d walk in a pris- phones were closed for good at 1:32 p.m. oner. It was a disaster waiting to happen.” on May 22, 2006, according to police logs “When the police department was provided by Lieutenant Calvin Holliday. located at City Hall, we were in violation “I don’t know how we did it. This of so many regulations,” said Sutherland. room is as big as the old station,” joked “It was only a matter of time that if some- officer Russ Kime, referring to the con- body got hurt, whether it was an officer ference room in which the anniversary or a prisoner, the liability for the city was commemoration was held. “This place tremendous. We didn’t have any way to is the Taj Mahal compared to where we improve it at that current location, so were.”  Bay Village police officers promoted by MARK SPAETZEL Westshore Enforcement Bureau’s Crisis Negotiation Team and was a field training wo Bay Village police officers were officer. Lt. Palmer is married and has two promoted during a ceremony children. Tadministered by Mayor Debbie Sgt. Eric Tuisku has been with the Bay Sutherland at City Hall prior to the May 10 Village Police Department since October City Council meeting. 2009. He was promoted to patrol sergeant Lt. Mark Palmer has been with the Bay in charge of the afternoon shift. Sgt Tuisku Village Police Department since August is a member of the Westshore Enforcement 2010. He was promoted to lieutenant in Bureau’s SWAT team. He has also served

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Two new firefighters/paramedics were sworn in to the Westlake Fire Depart- ment during ceremonies on April 6 and April 19 in City Council chambers. by KAREN DERBY “Our teachers are very motivated pro- fessionals,” Keener said. “More than three- he Bay Village Board of Education quarters of them have, on their own time approved new, three-year contracts and cost, earned master’s degrees in their Twith the district’s teachers and sup- fields because they want to be the best. port staff members at its Monday, May 9, Their hard work keeps us among the top in regular board meeting. national and state rankings that measure Both the Bay Teachers Association and academic performance in all kinds of ways.” the district’s OAPSE employees (including Keener noted that the most recent data custodians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, from the Ohio Department of Education maintenance staff and school secretaries) shows that Bay Village teacher salaries are agreed to salary increases of 2 percent for just slightly above the average in Cuyahoga the first year of their new contracts, with County, yet the faculty is among the top increases of 1.75 percent for each of the fol- third in years of experience. lowing two years. He had praise for the district’s sup- Westlake Mayor Dennis Clough administers the oath of office to “Thanks to the collaborative relation- port staff, as well. “Our bus drivers have an firefighter/paramedic Patrick Crawford. ships between our administration, our excellent safety record. Our food service teachers and our support staff, we can con- staff has, through hard work and creativity, tinue to offer a high-quality education to balanced their budget. Our custodians take our students while maintaining sound fiscal great pride in keeping our buildings clean management for our community,” said Amy and attractive. Our maintenance staff uses Huntley, president of the school board. “This a broad set of skills to save us many dollars stability is so important. It lets our board in building repairs and upgrades. And our plan ahead to offer the best programs in the secretaries serve everyone with patience most cost-efficient ways. I know I speak for and pride each day,” he said. our board in saying how proud we all are of Keener said that it was the posi- our staff members and their dedication to tive collaboration and mutual respect our children and to our community.” reflected in the bargaining agreements Superintendent Clint Keener noted that let the district excel both in financial that because staff members have accept- management and in student academic ed modest increases, freezes and higher achievement. “Learning is our product,” employee-paid health insurance costs he said. “We teach the whole child. It since an operating levy passed in 2010, the requires a team of dedicated profession- district has been able to extend that levy als at every level. I have the utmost respect Firefighter/paramedic Christopher Molnar is sworn in by Mayor well beyond its initial three-to-four-year for our staff members, and I know that we Dennis Clough as Fire Chief James Hughes looks on. projection. are on track for continued success.” 

Westlake Historical Society able for public display to families in a museum. Moms celebrated with High Tea The show is open to all types of art includ- ing drawings, paintings and photographs. Each hosts community art show submission must be your original work. All ages are encouraged to participate in the by DAVE PFISTER show. Please include a brief statement about the work and/or a mini bio about yourself. To offi- he Clague House is turning 140 years old cially enter the show or ask questions, please call this year and, as a part of our yearlong cel- Dave at 440-610-2728. Tebration, the Westlake Historical Society An Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social on the is honoring Sophronia Clague’s love for artistic grounds of the Clague House will kick off the event expression by holding an Ice Cream Social and on June 10. Please plan to join us at 6 p.m. for

non-juried Community Art Show beginning on free ice cream and birthday cake, interesting art, SANSON CANDY BY PHOTO June 10. and tours of the historic Clague House Museum. Carolyn Vieth enjoyed an early Mother’s Day celebration with All Westlake residents or members of the During the Ice Cream Social, divisional winners her daughters, Becky Olson and Evelyn Sobczak, at O’Neill Westlake Historical Society are invited to submit for the art show will be announced. Healthcare Bay Village on April 30. The ladies attended the up to two items for display and/or sale. We ask The art show will also be open on Saturday, High Tea dressed in their finery, hats and all, and enjoyed an that all submissions be ready for hanging and suit- June 11, and Sunday, June 12, from 3-5 p.m.  assortment of teas, scones and other delights.

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FAMILY hoped no one else heard the Far West Center, Clague Playhouse OBSERVATIONS question. “That sounds about right,” he said. partner for play, paintings Balls and “About right.” That’s how I called things. About right. by ALICIA GOODELLE coordinator, Denise Ayres, led to Saturdays, and 1-2 p.m. on I called for the first batter this one-of-a-kind project. Sundays in May. The exhibit is Strikes of the game. My heart raced. ar West Center and “Panache” is a play about free and open to the public at Everyone would soon know the Clague Playhouse Harry, an aspiring artist and those times and is sure to entice by RJ JOHNSON that I had no idea what I was Fformed a unique partner- short-order cook, asked by observers to then stay for the doing. ship this month when original socialite Kathleen to give up play! For tickets to “Panache,” he difference between a The first pitch came. The art works from the “AHH! Art the rights to his vanity license call 440-331-0403. ball and a strike is what- catcher reached over his head Helps and Heals” program at plate. The growing relationship “This is a great opportu- Tever the umpire says it to grab it. It went over his mitt. Far West Center are displayed between the two characters cre- nity to connect an engaging is. I now know this firsthand. The ball was heading for my during the Playhouse’s perfor- ates this heartwarming comedy. performance with inspiring The boy’s little league face. I ducked in time. “Ball 1,” mance of “Panache.” The play Lynch and Ayres added a spe- and delightful artwork,” said to team was scrimmaging with I said. runs through May 29. cial twist – client art pieces from Kelly Dylag, President/CEO of another team, so there was Maybe this was going to Both community nonprof- the AHH! program are featured Far West Center. no official umpire. Our coach be easier than I thought. I have its discovered common ground within the set itself. Far West Center is a com- asked one of his assistants if he good reflexes, and can duck and a chance to combine their The Playhouse’s lobby gal- munity mental health center would umpire. “I don’t think I when I need to. talents in the performing and the lery will showcase even more with an office on the St. John can,” he said. “My son is on the Unfortunately, not all of visual arts. A meeting between original pieces prior to the Medical Center campus in mound.” the calls were so easy. I called the Playhouse’s board presi- performances. The gallery is Westlake. For more information I saw the coach’s eyes shift one pitch a strike. The batter dent, Rich Lynch, and Far West open from 1-6 p.m. and 6:30-8 about Far West Center, visit far- towards me. I looked at the looked back at me and said, Center’s mental health recovery p.m., Wednesdays through westcenter.com.  ground. “Maybe he won’t notice “You have to be kidding. That me sitting here,” I hoped. was over my head.” “Can you call balls and The pitch was not over strikes?” he queried. his head, but it was probably Singer Karen Drucker performing at Unity “I can try, but…” a little high. He handed me a clicker “Don’t argue with the by TERRI BREWER model and help save the famous Hollywood with which to keep track of balls umpire!” called the coach. mentor, Karen sign which had fallen into dis- and strikes as he said, “You can “Yeah,” I said, “don’t argue nity wel- Drucker began repair. That experience of activ- stand behind the backstop if with me, or I’ll eject you.” comes a long and ism also put her on the path of you want. We don’t have a mask “No you won’t,” he replied. Usinger/song- meaningful becoming a person who makes or pads for an umpire.” He was right. It was the writer Karen Drucker career in music a difference. Whether it’s riding I never played organized boy, my boy, who was up to bat. for a concert on Sat- as she created her bike from San Francisco to baseball. The only baseball I He swung at the next urday, May 21, at 7 song after song Los Angeles for AIDS research ever played was on the play- pitch, even though it bounced p.m. at Unity Spiritual of positive (the AIDS Bike Ride), walking ground at recess, where they off the plate. He looked at me Center. Unity is locat- affirmations, from Santa Barbara to Los Ange- Karen Drucker usually asked me to back up and said, “Might as well swing. ed at 23855 Detroit in healing and self les for breast cancer research the left fielder. (For those not You’ll call it a strike anyway.” Westlake. Cost is $25 with free empowerment. (the Avon Breast Cancer Walk), familiar with the intricacies of He smiled. coffee and desserts following Now after 15 CDs, and a swimming the English Channel the game, backing up the left On the way back to the the concert. book, “Let Go of the Shore,” (becoming the first American fielder is like being told to just car after the game, I said, “You Growing up in California, Karen travels around the coun- women’s relay team to make a stay out of the way.) were right. The first one was a Karen’s life was changed when, try performing and conducting successful crossing) or perform- What had I gotten myself little high.” in her youth, the famous song- spiritual retreats. Her exquisitely ing her original music played on into? I wasn’t even sure where “I know,” he said. writer Carole King moved onto beautiful songs and chants get piano, she continues to make a the strike zone was. I saun- “Why on earth did you her street and Karen became the entire audiences engaged in a difference. tered over to one of the assis- swing at the second one?” babysitter for Carole’s two small shared, life-affirming experi- For more information or for tant coaches and said, “I can’t “I don’t know,” he replied. children. Karen was thrilled ence that resonates with them tickets go to unityspiritualcen- remember. In this league, “I just got nervous.” when Carole let her borrow her for a long time. ter.com. Unity is non-denomi- is the strike zone between “So did I,” I said. “So piano during Carole’s home As a child, Karen created a national and welcomes people the shoulders and knees?” I did I.”  remodel. With King as her role campaign to get other kids to of all faiths. 

relating to the July 2016 Republican National Conven- to come downtown to enjoy the ambiance of a major LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS tion. Jeff Capretto, Special Agent in Charge, Westshore event. Enforcement Bureau (WEB), presented the 2015 annual Capretto’s sobering report highlighted the epidem- report orally and in print. ic level of heroin addiction in Ohio and its presence in Westshore Council of Key points from McNulty’s presentation: the Westshore suburbs. He stated that a many-pronged • Convention committee members and media will begin approach is necessary to address use and abuse of all Governments (WCOG) arriving about July 8 for a week of conference work kinds of drugs, beginning with health education for preceding the actual convention. Some 15,000 media children and youth and following through to convic- meeting, May 11, 2016 personnel are expected. tions of traffickers. • Delegate travel to and from Quicken Loans Arena (by Lakewood has four dedicated narcotics officers bus from their hotels in four counties) is not expected and Westlake has two. His remarks prompted questions by LWV observer JANICE PATTERSON (Westlake/ to change rush-hour traffic very much as they will be from the mayors about the varied substances that are North Olmsted chapter) coming into town in late afternoon. being sold and used. • Westshore suburbs can expect a lot of activity in shop- The group also discussed possible need for new This report is not an official statement of the League ping areas, restaurants and bars during the daytime ordinances that would control locations for sales of of Women Voters. Mayor Bobst’s office prepares official from people who have come to the area with RNC electronic cigarettes and marijuana products should minutes. delegates but do not have credentials themselves. Sev- medical marijuana become legal in Ohio. The meeting took place at Memorial Hall, Rocky eral bars are requesting temporary late closing hours. Members accepted the financial reports for Febru- River, with Mayor Pam Bobst presiding. • Volunteer recruitment continues; approximately 8,000 ary, March and April presented by Fiscal Officer Renee Present: Mayors Bobst (Rocky River), Summers people needed to assist with logistics downtown as Mahoney. (Lakewood), Sutherland (Bay Village), Patton (Fair- well as in all hotels where delegates are housed. Vol- There were no commission reports. The mayors also view Park) and Kennedy (North Olmsted). Mayor unteers must commit to attending a training and to exchanged ideas on the ways they are using technology Clough (Westlake) was absent. Also present were specific time assignments. to inform citizens about emergency situations and com- Mary Ellen Umerley, Chris McNulty, Jeff Capretto • Hosting the RNC has the opportunity to “rebrand” munity activities. and Kevin Bednarski. Cleveland, as about 85 percent of delegates may be The preferred candidate for CERT Coordinator has Two extensive reports were presented. Chris McNul- visiting for the first time. declined the position, so the search will be reinstituted. ty, Director of Political and Community Affairs for the • While there will be a specific national security “net” County Chief Economic Development Officer Republican National Convention Arrangements Com- controlling egress in and around The Q for delegates, Ted Carter did not attend the meeting as had been mittee, briefed the mayors on his office’s responsibilities media and assigned volunteers, citizens are welcome announced in the March meeting report. 

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estlake High by KAREN DERBY one, am not perfect. I School senior don’t always fit in,” she WBradley Katcher ay Middle School fifth- wrote. was named a Jefferson grader Annabella Mayer “All my life, I’ve Scholar for the University Bwas recognized as an Ohio thought that being dif- of Virginia. Level 1 Honorable Finalist in the ferent, being imperfect, The Jefferson Schol- Library of Congress’ Letters About was somehow inferior. PHOTO BY ANNE HURTUK BY PHOTO ars Foundation award is Literature 2016 Contest. That it was to be toler- Bay Middle School fifth-grader Annabella intended to cover the entire Students entering the con- ated, not embraced. Bradley Katcher Mayer with her parents, David and cost of attendance for four test write letters to the author of But now, I know some- Jacquelyn Mayer, and her brother, David. years at the University of ars. He also was named a book that has made a difference thing new. Stargirl has Virginia, plus coverage of an Echols Scholar through in their lives. Annabella wrote her taught me what no parent could attended the awards ceremony the supplemental enrich- the University Honors Pro- letter to author Jerry Spinelli about convince me of. You really should with her parents, Jacquelyn and ment experiences. Those gram. his book, “Stargirl.” embrace that difference.” David Mayer, her brother, David, opportunities include At UVA, Bradley will Annabella explained that Annabella was one of seven and her Enrichment Resources Team Challenge Program, study politics and eco- Mr. Spinelli’s book helped her students recognized in Ohio’s top Teacher, Anne Hurtuk, on May 7 at Institute for Leadership nomics. Thanks to AP realize that she didn’t need to fit Level 1 (grades 4-6) out of 974 the main branch of the Cleveland and Citizenship, foreign credits, along with waivers in with the crowd. “I, like every- entries from all over the state. She Public Library.  travel studies, Alumni Con- of general education and nections Program, career pre-requisite requirements counseling, public service through the Echols Scholar ing about volunteerism.” fellows, and enrichment Program, he will graduate Bay High students donate The Bay students were very dinners and receptions. in four years with at least a enthusiastic about the experience. Awarded solely on the master’s degree and poten- quilts to Village Project Moira, Alaina and Al’leshia said basis of merit, Jefferson tially begin his doctorate. some of their favorite parts of the Scholarships are granted “I attribute my success project were picking out the pat- to candidates who have to the high number of AP terns and attaching the ribbons undergone a rigorous classes I took, as well as my between the squares of fabric. They selection process. Jefferson participation outside the also enjoyed the gift of giving. “I Scholars must be nomi- classroom,” said Bradley, think it will be excellent for Village nated by their schools. Over who is graduating one year Project clients to use our quilts. It’s 4,200 secondary schools early. “This honor means cool to make something for some- are eligible to nominate in that my hard work has all one besides ourselves.” the regional competitions. come to fruition. Thanks to Barb Harrell thanked the Bradley was nominated by the education I received at students for their donations and WHS Guidance Counselor Westlake High School and revealed that “it’s like Christmas Joan Jerome and was one of my participation in extra- Bay students created over 70 quilts for Village Project clients. morning” for the clients when they 15 students from the North curricular activities like receive such a thoughtful gift deliv- Ohio region (stretching Latin Club and Speech and by DIANE FRYE The student-made quilts will be ered with their Village Project meals. from Columbus to Cleve- Debate, I was selected as distributed to VP clients who are Village Project provides meals land) interviewed by a one of the best and bright- eauty, creativity, warmth undergoing chemotherapy and in and extended care to local residents regional committee. est in the world.” and comfort are special need of some comfort. battling cancer and their families. As one of 120 finalists At WHS, Bradley is Bgifts to share. And that is Colorful, soft and soothing, Currently, meals are prepared and to come out of the regional involved in Speech and just what students from classes the 100 percent cotton flannel delivered two days each week, but competitions, Bradley was Debate, Model UN, Latin taught by Bay High School family material used to make the quilts in order to serve more families, VP invited to Charlottesville Club, Ohio Junior Classi- and consumer science teacher was purchased with a $1,264 is trying to raise enough money to for the Jefferson Scholar- cal League State Executive Bridgit McFarland recently did. grant from the Bay Village Educa- increase the number of meal prepa- ship Selection Weekend Board, student council, On May 3, Mrs. McFarland tion Foundation. The students, ration days each week to four. To in March, which included Regional IT Engagement and a group of students from her in turn, donated their time, skills find out how you can participate in networking, tours, math Board, National Honor “Fashion Runway” and “On Your and creativity to the project. Mrs. VP’s upcoming Project Pedal fun- tests, essays, interviews and Society, National Spanish Own” classes gathered in the Bay McFarland noted, “Because of the draiser or to get more information other assessments. From Honor Society, Certamen, High auditorium to present over grant, I didn’t feel as bad about about this local organization, visit there he was named one math team and student 70 lap quilts to Barb Harrell, exec- making them give the quilts up. ourvillageproject.com or call 440- of the 36 Jefferson Schol- tutoring.  utive director of Village Project. They reaped the rewards of learn- 348-9401. 

HUMOR Before the days when the Bay Village Kiwanis provided us with plastic mail- Gilligan’s Island? boxes by each apartment door, we had to bend in half to slip our communications Try Gilligan’s under the door. For many of us seniors this wasn’t the easiest feat to accomplish. Knickerbocker One day, I had an envelope to deliver to Phyllis. I pushed it under the by CAROL JANOVSKY door until it disappeared. Much to my surprise, “faster than a speeding bullet,” Celebrating 150 years he Knickerbocker Apartments my envelope flew back at me and landed Thiel College has been a distinguished institution has a longtime resident cat. A in the hall a foot from the door. of opportunity since its founding in 1866. Tsign on the door of Phyllis’ apart- Evidently, Gilligan was sitting right Schedule a campus visit to learn more about ment reads “Gilligan’s Place.” Gilligan inside the door, took his paw and – WHAM our 60 majors and minors, 25 varsity sports, is a black cat – who, by the way, is vice – batted the envelope right back out! and 13:1 student-faculty ratio. president-elect of the Knickerbocker (I Later that day I phoned Phyllis and kid you not) – that graciously allows the reported what Gilligan had been up to. www.thiel.edu/visit • 724-589-2345 apartment’s human tenant to cohabit We shared a good laugh. I figure Gilligan 75 College Avenue, Greenville, Pa. 16125 “The Place” with her. thought it was a bill! 

More stories, photos and events online at www.wbvobserver.com WESTLAKE | BAY VILLAGE OBSERVER • 17 MAY 2016 13 Students write about Immigration Trunk Day by KRISTEN THOMAS letters to Hungary. There were other notes from y third-graders at Westerly the trunks to help us. The School in Bay Village learn Vaskos were an interest- Mabout immigrants during the ing family to learn about. period that Ellis Island was open. Stu- Does this sound like fun? dents get a chance to compare life today Trunk Day by Kate Kon- with life in the past. Throughout this tis-Gleydura integrated unit, the students learn about Long ago, people immigrants from fiction and nonfiction came from other coun- texts as well as going on a virtual tour of tries to Ellis Island, then Ellis Island. They learn to write letters to America to have a and poems related to immigration. better life. On trunk day, As a culminating activity, the stu- Julia, Bea and I were in dents participate in “trunk day.” Each a group to learn about a student is assigned a country and they Polish family. First, we learn about real immigrant families looked in the trunk on the that settled in the Cleveland area. Each table. The first thing we group has a chance to explore trunks or saw was an old doll in a suitcases with artifacts, journals, logs little dress. Then we filled and more. Here are two summary para- out the worksheet about Westerly third-graders Kate, Bea, Karis and Julia graphs written by two of my students. the Kniola family. They pose as Polish immigrants just off the ship. Trunk Day by Jacob Owens Westerly third-graders Ella and were immigrants living I think that you should have Trunk Jacob pose as Hungarian immigrants in Cleveland a long time ago. Then we got our pictures taken dressed in our Day. It is when you go to different centers after their long journey to America. dressed up. I wore a very long, green immigrant clothes. Last, but not least, and do worksheets and eat food from dif- and black dress. Next, we tried food we answered some questions on stage to ferent countries. I was from Hungary (not up clothes. I hated the food except for from six different countries! My favorite teach everyone about our Polish family. really). We got to dress up in clothes from these cookies called pizzelles from Italy. food was little, tiny rolls with powder on I have a question for you. Are you an the suitcases. Most of them were grown- I learned about life in America through them called Russian Tea Cakes. Then we immigrant? 

Bay High’s Alana Bernys adds National Merit Finalist to list of honors by KAREN DERBY double major in biochem- ous high school schedule of of Bay High’s Team Africa. She partici- istry and art history when AP science and math cours- pates in Young Life (a Christian outreach ay High senior Alana Bernys has she enters Darmouth Col- es ever since. group), and she will be accompanying her been named a National Merit lege this fall to prepare A longtime student of younger sister on a Young Life camping BFinalist. She is among less than for a career as a medical ballet, Alana will be trying trip this summer. She will also work as a one percent of U.S. graduating seniors researcher in the field of out for Dartmouth’s dance nanny before heading off to Dartmouth. who qualified for the distinction based genetics. team, a contemporary and “Being named a National Merit on scores of the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) “My interest in genet- ballet-based performance finalist is a tremendous honor that college entrance exam taken during their ics started when I took group. She has used her truly recognizes all of the hard work of junior year. some advanced classes Alana Bernys dance expertise to choreo- Alana’s educational career,” said Bay Alana has previously been recog- through the Northwestern graph routines for the Bay High principal Jason Martin. “Alana is a nized for earning a top score of 36 on the University’s Midwest Academic Talent High Rockettes, serving as senior lieu- tremendously gifted and talented young ACT college entrance exam. She was also Search program in the eighth grade,” she tenant for that dance and drill team. She lady who has worked hard to become a named a Presidential Scholar candidate said. She took online courses in genetics is a member of National Honor Society high achieving student, and this award earlier this year. She plans to pursue a and biology, and has maintained a rigor- and has served on the leadership team is well deserved.” 

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the two halls. We got our Remembering the Red water from Cal Osborn’s chain pump across the road Brick School House to the west. We had water in a bucket in the sink on the west side of the room, by KAY LAUGHLIN sett Road. with a dipper which all the “When I started to school in kids used. There were only eorge Drake was the son 1896, the brick school just east three in my class, myself of Metta and Frank Lin- of Cal Osborn’s barn at Stop #30 and Mabel Osborn were Gcoln Drake. He was the had two rooms and a separate two of them. This was the grandson of Mary Ann Stephens entry for boys and for girls. class that chose the school Aldrich and Henry Aldrich. There was a woodhouse on the colors - blue and white. Henry Aldrich was the son of west side of the building, and As the classes were Elizabeth Winsor Aldrich and of course, the boys’ back house called, we went up to recite. SOCIETY HISTORICAL VILLAGE BAY The red brick school house on the south side of Lake Road at Aaron Aldrich who first settled [today known as an outhouse] You raised one finger when interurban Stop #30 was built in 1869. in Dover Township in 1816 and on the east side and the girls at you wanted a drink and built the 1830 Landmark home the west side. two when you wanted to kids in the school would gather department for many years. at Bradley and Lake roads. Blackboards were in front go out (or was it the other way around the big round stove in After Parkview School was George inherited the house and [behind the teacher’s desk], and around?). We played tag in the the wintertime to keep warm.” built in 1922, the red brick lived there until his death. Fol- a hall for hats and coats and back yard and ‘Andy I over the George continued his school was used as a theater lowing are George’s memories, benches was on the northwest woodshed.’ We also had races education in Rocky River and for Bay Players and a voting excerpted from “Bay Village: A corner for the girls and a hall around the school building. In then matriculated at The Ohio precinct. It was torn down in Way of Life,” about the Red Brick for the boys in the northeast the wintertime we brought our State University, majoring in 1941. The school teacher’s desk School House that used to stand corner. The teacher’s desk was sleds and slid on Cal Osborn’s engineering. He worked for the is in the 1818 Room at Rose Hill on Lake Road, just east of Bas- on a raised platform between hill [down to the lake]. The thirty City of Bay Village engineering Museum. 

Celebrate memory of loved Westlake police honor local company ones while helping hospice by JEFF AGOSTON berships, and recreational/educational equipment to assist during Jose’s extensive by LAURIE HENRICHSEN he Westlake Police Department recovery. recently honored the Scott Fetzer To honor their contribution, Ross, esidents of Bay Village, Westlake and sur- TCompany for their partnership in along with WPD Chief Kevin Bielozer and rounding West Shore communities are the Westlake PD’s 2015 Adopt-a-Family auxiliary officer Rick Grane, presented Rinvited to walk in memory of their loved program. Dispatcher Jeannie Ross and Leonard, President/CEO Bob McBride, ones while “paying it forward” to help other Scott Fetzer’s events coordinator, Mary and Chairman Ken Semelsberger with a patients and families. Registration is now open Leonard, worked tirelessly to assist the plaque recognizing Scott Fetzer’s collabo- for Hospice of the Western Reserve’s 2016 Walk to Murillo family, whose father, Jose, suffered ration in supporting the local community. Remember, sponsored by FirstMerit Bank. Emmy a life-altering work related injury in March Great appreciation was expressed to all award-winning broadcast journalist Leon Bibb 2015. In the spirit of Christmas, on Dec. who participated in the ongoing coalition of WEWS-TV, Channel 5, is this year’s master of 22, 2015, the Murillo family was surprised to assist those in need who live and work ceremonies. Channel 5’s Leon with clothing, toys, various family mem- in Westlake.  Now in its fifth year, the event takes place Bibb is master Sunday, June 12, 8:45 a.m. to noon, at the Cleve- of ceremonies at land Metroparks Zoo. Registration is available this year’s Walk to online at hospicewr.org/walk or by calling 216- Remember on Sunday, 383-3715. Admission includes a full day at the June 12. The event Zoo and Rainforest, T-shirts, entertainment benefits patients and and much more. The cost is $25/adult and $12/ families cared for by child; or $65/family (includes two adults and Hospice of the Western three children under age 12). Ages 3 and under Reserve. are free. More than 3,000 participants are expected to honor the memory of their loved ones while raising funds for services provided by the nonprofit agency that are not fully covered by Medicare and private insurance. These include

pediatric hospice and palliative care, patient “day to remember” life enrich- JEFF AGOSTON BY PHOTO ment experiences, art and music therapy, grief and trauma support in local Rick Grane presents a plaque to Bob McBride. Also pictured, left to right: Chief schools and much more.  Kevin Bielozer, Jeannie Ross, Mary Leonard and Ken Semelsberger.

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BAY VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY The program incorporates a sched- discussions, video games, community ser- uled board, double visuals and sensory vice, challenges and more! opportunities for participants as well as ADULT DEPARTMENT Upcoming programs at the socialization time following the program. Friday, May 20 (10 a.m.) BAYARTS • Fridays (10 a.m.) FAMILY STORYTIME BOOK DISCUSSION – Join friends, neigh- Bay Village Branch Library - for all ages bors and library staff as we discuss this Thursday, May 19 (4 p.m.) COOKIES month’s book, “Best Boy” by Eli Gottlieb, by TARA MCGUINNESS starting on June 6, join us at the Bay Village AND BOOKS – Children in grades 3-4 are on the BAYarts campus in the Sullivan Gal- pool for poolside storytimes. The poolside s we head into Memorial Day week- invited to join us to discuss a good book. lery. Copies of the books will be available storytimes will be held on Monday and end, we start thinking summer fun! Copies of the book will be available one at the library and BAYarts one month prior Tuesdays at 2 p.m. We hope to see you The Bay Village branch library has month before the discussion. to the discussion. A there this summer! a variety of activities to keep your chil- Saturday, June 11 (2 p.m.) LIGHT UP Wednesday, May 25 (7 p.m.) VINCE dren busy during the upcoming summer STORYTIMES: Caregivers and their chil- MCKEE: THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS: months. Besides our weekly in-library dren are invited to enjoy rhymes, songs, YOUR SUMMER – For grades 1-3. Light up your summer with fun and illuminat- A HISTORY OF THE WINE AND GOLD storytimes, we’ll also be hosting a story- fingerplays, books and stories together. No – Author Vince McKee has proven to be a time at the Bay Village pool on Monday registration is required. ing activities. Join us in sharing firefly and summer adventure books. Participate in top-notch chronicler of the impact of Ohio and Tuesday afternoons starting June 13 • TODDLER STORY- sports through his various books about Mondays (10 a.m.) crafting your own Storybook Lantern and at 2 p.m. Our popular Book Buddies pro- TIME – ages 19-35 months. Jacobs Field, the Cleveland Cavaliers and gram starts back up on June 22 and we Critter Bookmark using LEDs and other • Tuesdays (10 a.m.) TODDLER STORY- other sports figures from Cleveland. Join have some fun STEM programs – Project light sources. TIME – ages 19-35 months. us as he recounts the history of the Cava- Bridge and Light Up Your Summer. TEEN DEPARTMENT liers and his experiences with the sports • Tuesdays (6:45 p.m.) FAMILY STORY- Also, children and adults can sign Wednesday, June 8, and Thursday, heroes he’s written about. A book sale and TIME – for all ages up for Cuyahoga County Public Library’s June 9 (2-4 p.m.) PROJECT BRIDGE – signing will follow the presentation. summer reading program, “Get in the • Wednesdays (10 a.m.) BABY AND ME Those in grades 6-12 can participate to see Wednesday, June 1 (7 p.m.) ROAD Game: Read.” Keep track of your reading STORYTIME – ages birth-18 months who can design and build the best bridge SCHOLAR VACATION – Much more than and you’ll have a chance to win prizes. • Thursdays (10 a.m.) PRESCHOOL – the most aesthetic and the strongest. Test a tour, a Road Scholar trip is a true learning Pre-registration has started. CCPL is also STORYTIME – ages 3-5 (not yet in your engineering ability and see what you adventure. Join a Road Scholar ambassa- hosting a variety of camps for children kindergarten) can achieve with limited supplies in just 2 dor for an armchair vacation highlighting of all ages this summer. Visit cuyahogali- days! Registration required. Participants where Road Scholar has been and where • Thursdays (6:45 p.m.) SENSORY STO- brary.org for more information on what may be recorded and/or surveyed to cap- it’s going next. RYTIME - Geared for children who are is being offered. ture program’s effectiveness. developmentally at the preschool level Please register to attend the programs at CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT and specifically designed for children Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays (3 cuyahogalibrary.org, call us at 440-871- p.m.) TEEN ZONE – Students in grades 5 Storytimes start back up on May 31. Also, with special needs and their families. 6392, or stop in to the library at 502 Cahoon and up can stop in to enjoy fun apps, book Road and register with a librarian. 

WESTLAKE PORTER PUBLIC LIBRARY ate yourself from other candidates. books, rhymes, songs and movement. For Tuesday, May 24 (7-7:30 p.m.) BED- ages birth-3 with an adult caregiver. TIME STORIES – Put on your pajamas Saturday, May 28 (2-3 p.m.) MORSE Upcoming events at Westlake and join Mrs. K as we unwind at the end CODE BRACELETS – Make your own of the day with quiet stories, songs, finger bracelet and necklace using Morse Code. Porter Public Library plays and other bedtime activities. Ages You can keep it for yourself or send a 4-6; siblings welcome! special message to a friend. Ages 13-15. Registration begins May 21. by ELAINE WILLIS creative setting. Investigate the life cycle Tuesday, May 24 (7-8:45 p.m.) WEST- LAKE-WESTSHORE ARTS COUNCIL – Saturday, May 28 (4-5 p.m.) FULL Wednesdays, May 18 and 25 (10:15 & 11 of butterflies and bees, along with their Westlake-Westshore Arts Council pres- STEAM AHEAD: LET’S GO FLY A KITE a.m.) LET’S SING AND DANCE! – Sing important job of pollination. Discoveries ents bassist Ann Gilbert. Free and open – Each session will explore a different and move to the music with Miss Nancy! will be made through hands-on experi- to the public. aspect of STEAM learning. This month For children ages 2-6 with a caregiver. ments, active participation and a simple we’ll make and decorate our own kites. Please arrive early to receive a ticket. take-home project. Ages 4-6. Wednesday, May 25 (10–11:30 a.m.) PINTEREST BASICS – This is a lecture- Weather permitting, we’ll test them out- Wednesday, May 18 (7-8:45 p.m.) Saturday, May 21 (9:30-10 a.m.) YOGA based session focused on the basics of side! Grades 3 and 4. Registration begins CUYAHOGA WEST GENEALOGICAL RHYME TIME! – A perfect way to intro- using Pinterest followed by an open Pin- May 21. SOCIETY – Tom Neel, OGS Library duce yoga and practice simple poses with terest Lab. Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30 Director, will speak about “Genealogical rhymes that imitate animals and nature. – LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL Research in Kentucky.” Remember to wear comfortable clothing Wednesday, May 25 (2 p.m.) WEDNES- and bring a towel or yoga mat. Ages 3-1/2 DAY AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION DAY Thursday, May 19 (noon-1:30 p.m.) to 5 years. – The May selection is “The Girl on the Tuesday, May 31 (10 a.m.-noon) SMALL BUSINE$$ LUNCH & LEARN: Train” by Paula Hawkins. CAREER TRANSITION CENTER: FIRST HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – Sunday, May 22 (2-3 p.m.) USING IMPRESSIONS – If you’re networking or From the feasibility of starting a business HERBS AND SPICES FOR GREATER Wednesday, May 25 (7-8:30 p.m.) interviewing, you need to make a posi- through marketing, financial manage- WELLNESS – Herbalist Anne Floyd dis- PROPOSAL WRITING BASICS – Non- tive impression. Get tips on the things ment, human resource management and cusses how to use herbs and spices for profits will learn the key components of a that determine how you are perceived the legal issues of operating a business. greater wellness through food, tea and proposal to a foundation. Please register. aromatherapy. Please register. and how that perception impacts your We will discuss the next steps needed to THURSDAY, MAY 26 (10:30-11:30 A.M.) success. move forward with your plans. Bring your Sunday, May 22 (3-4 p.m.) EX-AMISH: SENSATION STATIONS – Engage your lunch; coffee is provided. Please register. WHERE ARE THEY NOW? – Brenda child’s senses by scooping, pouring and To register for any of the programs, visit westlakelibrary.evanced.info or call Thursday, May 19 (Combined Session: Nixon returns with fascinating new sto- sorting a variety of materials. Specifically 440-871-2600.  6:30 p.m.) and Friday, May 20 (Basic ries of Amish runaways. Brenda provides for children with special needs. a safehouse for Amish leaving their cul- Session: 9:30 a.m. and Advanced Thursday, May 26 (2-3 p.m.) TRAVEL ture and transitioning into the English Session: 11 a.m.) CONNECTING FOR CLUB: INDIA – All the way to India and world. Please register. KIDS TEACH ME TO PLAY – For chil- back in one hour?! Yes, the travel club Porter Library parking lot dren 3-6 years old who need help with Tuesday, May 24 (9:30-10 a.m.) STO- at WPPL can “virtually” give you a tour communication and social skills. Join RIES AND SIGNS – Enjoy interactive in an hour. Our YA Librarian Samantha to be closed for resealing us for a play-based program designed stories, songs and movement activities Kretschmer will be our guide. Please to model and teach families strategies to while learning a few words in sign lan- register. Westlake Porter Public Library’s guage! Ages 0-3 with caregiver, siblings parking lot will be closed for resealing improve their child’s social interactions, Friday, May 27 (1-2:30 p.m.) FANTAS- facilitate communication, and manage welcome. and striping on Sunday, May 29, and TIC FRIDAYS – Fantastic Friday is a great behavior in a positive way. Led by an Monday, May 30. There will be no access Tuesday, May 24 (10 a.m.-noon) day for homeschoolers! Every month early intervention specialist in behavior. to the drive-up book drops while the CAREER TRANSITION CENTER: we’ll explore a new topic with related To register:connectingforkids.org/hand- parking lot is closed. The library will be INTERVIEWING SKILLS – Preparation activities. Ages 6-12. Registration begins sontraining. closed on May 29 and 30 in observance of is the essential ingredient for a success- May 20. FUN SCI- ful job interview. Learn how to research Memorial Day, making it an ideal time for Friday, May 20 (4-4:45 p.m.) Saturday, May 28 (10:30-11 a.m.) ENCE FRIDAY – Explore the wonders potential employers so you’re prepared to performing the annual maintenance. The MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE! – of our world in a curious, caring and answer difficult questions and differenti- re-sealing and re-striping will be done An interactive storytime featuring simple weather-permitting. 

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Wednesday, May 18, 1-2 p.m. Friday, May 20, and Saturday, May 21, Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 24, 26, 31 and Monday, May 30, 10 a.m. Importance of Wildflowers 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 2, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Westlake Memorial Day Parade and Services The Westlake Garden Club presents Bev Walborn VFW Annual Buddy Poppy Days Hospice of the Western Reserve Volunteer The Westlake Kiwanis Club invites anyone who of the Metroparks Rocky River Reservation, who Bay Village VFW Post 9693 will hold our annual Education Series likes a parade to join them for their annual will speak on the importance of wildflowers to fundraising campaign. The “Buddy Poppy” has an Volunteers are needed to assist in private Memorial Day Parade. The parade travels down the environment. You are also welcome to join us interesting history and represents your support residences, nursing homes, assisted living Hilliard Boulevard and finishes in Clague Park, at our monthly meeting at 11 a.m. and lunch at for veterans and military members that either communities, our three Hospice House locations, where the memorial services honoring those noon. No charge. RSVP to 440-665-5463. have or are sacrificing for our freedom. Our and hospital settings. Opportunities to serve civilians and military who sacrificed so much to Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd. members and volunteers will be taking donations are diverse: visit patients and families to provide protect and keep this country free take place. Call outside 3 area businesses. Please provide any companionship, socialization, and comfort; Rick Grane at 440-829-0974 or Russ Milan at 440- Wednesday, May 18, 4-6 p.m. support you can and proudly wear your Buddy help with legacy work, transportation, light 777-2720 for more information. Fast-Track Job Training Open House Poppy! housework, and meal preparation; run errands; Hilliard Boulevard, Westlake Christian Church to Come learn about Tri-C’s fast-track programs: Java Bay, 27225 Wolf Rd., Bay Village make phone calls; help with clerical work; attend Clague Park Health Care, Manufacturing, Information Discount Drug Mart, 27300 Detroit Rd., Westlake health fairs; make presentations. Pre-registration Technology, Truck Driving, Public Safety. Giant Eagle, 30275 Detroit Rd., Westlake is required. For more information, or to register, Monday, May 30, 10:30 a.m. Many programs offer paid internships and job call 216-255-9090. Bay Village Foundation Plaque Ceremony placement assistance. Questions about funding, Fridays, May 20 and 27, 2-3 p.m. Hospice of the Western Reserve at St. John Medical The Bay Village Foundation will host its annual financial aid and scholarships? Partner agencies Creative Connections Center, Building 2, Suite 400, 29101 Health Campus ceremony to install and dedicate permanent and staff will be on hand to help. Free weekly arts enrichment session to engage Dr., Westlake bronze plaques honoring Bay residents. The Tri-C Westshore, 31001 Clemens Rd., Westlake individuals affected by dementia along with Foundation will also announce the winners of their care partner (spouse, child, caregiver). Tuesday, May 24, 6:30-8 p.m. scholarships and will award community grants Wednesday, May 18, 6:30-8:45 p.m. Each session provides hands-on experiences Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy for during the program. The public is invited. Cuyahoga West, Ohio Genealogical Society in visual arts, music, and storytelling. Must Those Touched by Cancer Cahoon Park, north of Lake Road Tom Neel, library director of the Ohio preregister by calling 440-414-0434. Learn more An opportunity to introduce you to this gentle, Genealogical Society and president of the at farrellfoundation.org. noninvasive form of bodywork that focuses Wednesday, June 1, 1-2:30 p.m. New London Area Historical Society in Huron Carolyn L. Farrell Foundation Studio, 26040 Detroit on the bones of the head, spine, and sacrum. Free Family History Research Help Session County, will speak about “Genealogical Research Rd., #3, Westlake Advance registration required by calling 216-595- Members of Cuyahoga West Chapter of the Ohio in Kentucky.” Public is invited. Social time with 9546. Free. Genealogical Society will offer free family history refreshments is 6:30-7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m. The Gathering Place, 800 Sharon Dr., Westlake research assistance, to the public. If you have data Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd. Family Safety and Wellness Fair recorded to pedigree and/or family group sheets, Learn how to increase personal safety and Wednesday, May 25, 5:45-7 p.m. please bring these forms. Wednesday, May 18, 6:30-8 p.m. wellness at the free fair hosted by the City of Aging vs. Dementia Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd. Evening Bird Hike Westlake and St. John Medical Center. Includes a Have you wondered if the memory loss you or Grab your binoculars and head out on a relaxing “Touch a Truck” event, free bike helmets, children’s your loved one is experiencing is due to “senior Friday, June 3, 7-9 p.m. evening bird hike that will wander through the activities, vendors and table displays focused on a moments” or my be considered an early warning BAYarts June Gallery Opening Receptions woods and fields of Huntington Reservation. variety of health and safety topics for all ages, and sign of dementia? During this seminar, Dr. James Featuring two gallery shows: Suzan Kraus, Members of the Western Cuyahoga Audubon biometric health screenings. Wang will address what is normal memory loss “Perspection,” and Bill Forester, “Facing Forward.” Society will be our guides as we head towards the Westlake Recreation Center, 28955 Hilliard Blvd. and what is not, plus more. RSVP, 440-808-9275. All welcome. Free event. Light refreshments. lake to look for warblers and other migrants. For Arden Courts, 28400 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake BAYarts, 28795 Lake Rd. adults. There is no fee for this program. Saturday, May 21, 7-8 p.m. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd., BHS “After Prom” Public Walkthrough Saturday, May 28, 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, noon-1:30 p.m. Bay Village Bay High School’s “After Prom” public walkthrough Free Community Meal Lunch ‘n’ Learn Speaker Series is free and open to the public. This year children Redeemer Church of Westlake and Clague Career Transition Center presents a monthly Thursday, May 19, 7-8 p.m. can jump in the gym of inflatables, with a Road United Church of Christ are hosting a free series where you can hear from a member of the Toastmasters Meeting parent present and a donation to the After Prom meal. The church is accessible to the physically business community about topics of interest Overcome your fears of speaking, develop better Committee of $5 per child. Donations payable challenged. No carry outs. to job seekers. Doug O’Bryon will discuss “New speaking and presentation skills, learn to think at the gym doors. For more information, email Clague Road UCC, 3650 Clague Rd., North Olmsted Economy - New Rules of the Game.” Bring a lunch. quickly and clearly on your feet, build strong [email protected]. Coffee and cookies will be provided. leadership and mentoring skills, and open doors Bay Middle School, 27725 Wolf Rd. Monday, May 30, 8 a.m. Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd. in your personal and professional life. Contact: Bay Village Memorial Day Parade and Mary Anne, 216-374-3205. Monday, May 23, 11:30 a.m. Ceremony Wednesday, June 8, 6:30-8 p.m. Unity Spiritual Center, 23855 Detroit Rd., Westlake Backyard Wildlife Habitat At 8 a.m., parade participants will assemble in Rain Barrel Workshop Katherine Geralds, a Master Gardener, will discuss Huntington Park and at 8:45 a.m. will march Attend this free workshop by the Cuyahoga Friday, May 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. creating a garden or landscape that allows you to Lakeside Cemetery. The parade continues County Soil & Water Conservation District to learn Bike More & Drive Less to attract the wildlife you want in you yard. All down Lake Road at 9 a.m., finishing in Cahoon how to harvest rainwater to use for watering This free class will focus on errand running – learn interested gardeners are welcome. Luncheon Park for ceremonies at 9:45 a.m. Call Ed Kus of lawns and gardens. A complete rain barrel system how to set up your bike, simple errand trips to served. $5 fee for guests. Call 440-871-9098 or the American Legion at 216-536-0243 for more with diverter and spigot will be available for $60. replace, and basic gear requirements. Pre- visit bayvillagegardenclub.com for reservations. information. Registration required; 216-524-6580, ext. 22, or registration required at villagebicycle.org. Bay Community House, 303 Cahoon Rd. Lake Road, Huntington Park to Cahoon Park [email protected]. Village Bicycle Cooperative, 303 Cahoon Rd. Bay Village Community House, 303 Cahoon Rd.

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