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Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 6 • Issue 4 May 2014 The Easter Bunny Came to Town Star Pop almost 5 Celebration Photography, and Leia Von Hohenfeld, of Adeva Salon, The Feve, and Pickle Fight Puppets. Included with this press release is one of the images that will appear in STAR POP ‘s new window display. The photo taken by Bridget Caswell, features Caswell her hus- band, Lawrence Daniel Caswell, (member of This Moment in Black History and tech- nical producer at 90.3 FM WCPN Ideast- ream), and their daughter Nya. The photo shows them together listening to records on a vintage 1980’s Fisher Price Big Bird record by Troy Schwartz player purchased for Nya at STAR POP. On STAR POP vintage + modern, in Cleve- the wall is a framed copy of Marlo Thomas land’s Waterloo Arts District, is a store fo- and Friends’ album Free to Be You and Me, cused on sustainability and recycling pop a favorite of Lawrences that he wanted to be culture. STAR POP is quickly approach- able to share with his daughter. Other pho- ing its fifth anniversary, and to celebrate tos are set to feature toy collectors young by Margaret Craig the store will be unveiling a series of new and old, stylish vintage clothing shoppers, The Easter Bunny hopped his way down to across the grass to gather over four hundred photographs taken by and featuring STAR and other STAR POP enthusiasts. VASJ last month to have breakfast and pose eggs that were scattered about. Once back POP’s friends, neighbors, and customers. This event is part of the Collnwood for pictures with the children from around inside the children cracked open their eggs the neighborhood. The children and their to find the treats inside. After everyone got Customers are invited to see the new pho- Rising Vibrancy Program, and was cre- families enjoyed a breakfast of eggs, french the chance to sit on the Easter Bunny’s lap tos, and to enjoy a customer appreciation ated with generous support from Northeast toast and sausage provided by Gus’s diner for a picture, he said it was time for him to sale on May 17th, with discounts through- Shores Development Corporation, The and there was plenty of lettuce and carrots leave and we all waved good-bye as he left to out the store as well as refreshments. Fea- Kresge Foundation, and Cuyahoga Arts & for the bunny to munch on. The VASJ stu- prepare for his many Easter visits. Thanks tured photographers will include: Melanie Culture. dents were on hand once again, and provid- go out to Gus’s Diner for donating the food, Hersh, the owner of MUSIC SAVES, Bridg- STAR POP vintage + modern 15813 ed fun activities for the children, and then Laura Robinson , Charlotte Iafeliece, Caro- et Caswell, a photographer at NASA Glenn Waterloo Rd. #5 Cleveland, OH 44110 216- we all headed outside for the traditional line Peak, and Jill Latkovitch and her army Research Center, Bryon Miller, the owner 965-2368 www.starpopcleveland.com. Easter Egg Hunt. The children waited to of students from VASJ for making this a hear the word “Go” and then they scurried most enjoyable event! of Gallery One Sixty and of Bryon Miller Cleveland Orchestra plays “Fairy Tales” at Memorial K-8 School Principal Lori Rondo also credited Marga- “They need to move in order to really feel ret Craig of the Northeast Shores Develop- the music, I think,” said first-grade teacher ment Corporation for bringing the parties Stephanie Bluffstone, who taught her stu- together for the performance. dents to waltz and march in the weeks lead- Hundreds of Memorial K-8 students ing up to the performance by The Cleveland watched the concert, some sitting silently, Orchestra. “There’s a time for sitting still, but others actively conducting on their own too, but some of this music has to be felt. or swaying and stomping to the different pieces.

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by CMSD NEWS BUREAU support, she described the seemingly chaotic Conductor Kelly Corcoran and The Cleve- festive march in the “Aladdin” piece: “You land Orchestra took the Memorial School can imagine a big procession moving students on a journey, bringing classical through, with elephants and camels and music and classic fairy tales to life in a dancers. It’s a great, big extravaganza!” one-hour performance in the school gym- After opening with The Star-Spangled nasium. Banner, the 60-piece orchestra played Corcoran explained how music can through selected portions of Englebert function as “wordless stories” once you Humperdinck’s “The King’s Children,” Ser- understand how certain instruments rep- gei Prokiev’s “Cinderella,” Maurice Ravel’s resent actions or characters in the fairy “Mother Goose Suite” and Carl Nielsen’s tale. “You’ll hear the wicked step sisters Aladdin before concluding with a rousing awkwardly and clumsily practicing their waltz from Tchaikovsky’s “The Sleeping steps — and that is the two solo violins,” Beauty.” she told the audience, setting up “The The concert, among a rare few the world- Dancing Lesson” portion of “Cinderella” as renowned orchestra does outside Severance the two violins purposely squawked out the Hall or a similar concert hall, was made On Saturday, April 19th, a record number of people gave MUSIC SAVES a day of record sales for the 7th Annual cadence of the dance. Later, with ani- Record Store Day! possible by a grant from the Alfred Lerner mated hand motions and instrument In-School Performance Fund. Memorial Publisher Note: The Collinwood Observer would like to congratulate MUSIC SAVES on its 10th anniversary.

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by Wade Wilson YIKES! Fire plus gasoline could have been East 185th Neighborhood Collinwood Rumor Busters In an ongoing series, the Collinwood Ob- quite the boom-time on Waterloo! The server will now be rumor busting. From insurance company has not yet released Association Brotherhood time to time, we hear completely ridiculous funds for the reconstruction of the service by Charlotte Iafeliece the businesses along the street. Please let us things that are simply not true. And, some- building. Once the funds are released, the The Collinwood Observer is a citizen-based news Coalition times, the truth is actually more interest- station will be rebuilt and the Sunoco will source published by Collinwood Publishing Inc., a local We are a group of concerned neighbors know if you can help with either (or both) business dedicated to the development of grass roots from the area in and around the East 185th the parade and our booth along the street. ing than the rumor. Here are this month’s reopen. media and increased connectedness of the citizens, Street/Lakeshore Blvd. in Ward 8. Our Tuesday, May 20, 2014, we are excited to Rumor Busters: East 185th Street 7-11 – Common rumor civic groups, non profits, businesses and institutions in group meets the second Tuesday of each participate in the first annual “LIGHT THE Waterloo Sunoco – Common rumor going around is that the 7-11 on East 185th and around Cleveland Wards 10 and 11. month from 6:00 -8:O0 pm at the Lithu- NIGHT” in Ward 8. We will be turning going around is that the Waterloo Sunoco Street closed because of 39 armed robberies The Collinwood Observer anian Hall at 877 East 185th Street. The our porch lights on at 9:00 pm in a show of closed due to a reduction in business be- that caused the convenience store owner to 650 E. 185th street next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 13, unity and support for Safety and Security cause of the Waterloo Streetscape. Actually, get fed-up and close. Um, nope! The truth is Cleveland, OH 44119 2014 and everyone from the neighborhood in our area. it wasn’t the Waterloo Streetscape. It was a that the 7-11 was an independent franchise is welcome to attend. Save the Date: Saturday, June 14th – Get fire! On March 1, one of the coolers caught that lost its franchise agreement when the Copyright 2014—Collinwood Publishing Inc. On Saturday, May 17, 2014, we will be to know your Neighbor Day. fire inside the Sunoco station. Thankfully, East 185th Street BP opened a corporate- All rights reserved. Any reproduction is participating in “ALIVE ON EAST 185” For more information, contact Charlotte the Cleveland Fire Department was quick backed 7-11 inside the BP (and removed forbidden without written permission. starting with a parade at 11:00 am from Iafeliece at 216-401-8778. by Margaret Craig to respond and put out the electrical fire. the Subway sandwich shop, by the way). PUBLISHER Villaview and East 185th to VASJ. There Thanks, hope to see you soon! Frederick Douglass said “ It is easier to Corporate would not allow there to be John Copic, [email protected] will be displays and items for sale outside build strong children than to repair bro- two 7-11 convenience stores on East 185th ken men”. The Collinwood Brotherhood ADVERTISING John Copic, 216.531.6790 Street. After the operator lost his franchise, Coalition was formed earlier this year in Volunteers Needed! Euclid Creek Watershed Day at the building owner elected not to renew the WRITERS:Margaret Craig, Troy Schwartz, order to engage, encourage, educate and lease and put the building on the market. Charlotte Iafeliece, Stephen Love, Wade Volunteers Kick Off the Beach support the young men in our community. Wildwood Reservation Recently, the building was purchased and The Coalition was formed after the news of Wilson, Claire Posius, Allison Lukacsy, John by Claire Posius land (at E. 174th Street and Lakeshore on Friday, May 16th from 9:00am tonoon, will open as an independent convenience Copic, Jeanne Coppola, Jean Chapman, Cleanup Season for World Water the murder of Stephen Halton Jr. During a Please join Euclid Creek Watershed part- Blvd., meet at the Wildwood pavilion) contact Claire Posius for details and direc- store called Quix Food and Deli. Richard Osborne, Molly Wimbiscus MD, community meeting and later at the vigil, If you want a rumor busted, please send Sarah Gyorki, Dana Heil, Rita Testa, William Day 2014 at Euclid Beach Park ners for a watershed day where we have a Registration required for wetland plant- tions. many spoke about the need for program- what you have heard to CollinwoodRu- Houston, Nancy Robertson, Darece Daniels, few activities for you to participate: a wet- ing by May 15 at: http://www.clevelandme- ming for our youth. A group of men from Gail Greenberg, Tahlia Eskridge, Laurie land planting, or you can help maintain troparks.com/Main/EventsProgramsCal- [email protected] You might see your ru- the neighborhood answered that call and Henrichen, Marian Sharp a bioswale garden or assist with a beach endar/Euclid-Creek-Watershed-Day-3381. mor busted in a future issue of the Collin- began meeting and set up a plan of action. cleanup. aspx wood Observer. The group is still in its infancy stages, but Photography: John Copic, Liz Copic, This event is a partnership with Euclid Contact Claire Posius for details at 216- Stephen Love, Sarah Gyorki has already hosted two events for young Beach Adopt-a-Beach Team in addition to 524-6580x16 [email protected]. men in the neighborhood. The first was a The views and opinions expressed in this the Cleveland Metroparks, Cuyahoga Soil Or more event details are available here: Brotherhood Breakfast, which was held in publication are those of each writer, and not & Water Conservation District, Friends of http://www.cuyahogaswcd.org/Euclid- March at B&M’s Barbecue. There were over those of the publisher, editor or any other entity. Euclid Creek, City of Cleveland, Alliance fo CreekFiles/Event%20PDFs/Wildwood- We are taking beach cleanups to the streets of The Euclid Beach Adopt-a-Beach TeamWith fifty men and boys in attendance. The boys North Collinwood making sure that trash on our chocolate mustaches courtesy of Fears’ Confections the Great Lakes, and the Euclid Creek Wa- PlantingFlyer.051714.pdf The Collinwood Observer is powered by: and mentors enjoyed conversation and a streets does not become trash in our waterways in hand, naming the winners of the trash weighing tershed Council. If you are interested in harvesting delicious breakfast prepared by our host. and on our beaches! contest was no contest! With 163 pounds of trash When: Sat., May 17, 9:00am to noon, nuphar/spadderdock from Singer Lake Bog and recyclables and 185 pounds of tires collected, After breakfast, the participants were treat- the competition didn’t stand a chance against Phi Wildwood Lakefront Reservation, Cleve- in Geauga County, we will be harvesting Wetland Planting ed to a performance by the drill team from by Stephen Love Kappa Tau! On Saturday March 22nd, Euclid Beach Garden of Prayer Baptist Church, learned Adopt-a-Beach Team volunteers already about the Boys Scouts and heard several No Vacancy Here: Art in (Phone) Box motivational speakers. Upstage Players’ came within pounds of our all time trash Center bioswale and along Lakeshore Blvd., pay phone. I can only imagine how bizarre best advocates, which is why I started The second event was a Shooting Stars weight record at our UN-Water World ensuring that trash on our streets does not I looked, reaching through the wormhole this grass-roots campaign to publicize the basketball game held at the Salvation Shoring Up The Water Day 2014 beach cleanup! Thanks to become trash in our waterways. Special for a phone receiver that is long gone. exciting changes happening and the new Army. A great time was had by all who at- 45+ students from Case Western Reserve thanks to local businesses: Chili Pep- Originally conceived in 2013 through events and opportunities for photography tended and prizes were awarded to the first Stage Summer To submit a story, go to www.collinwoodobserver. University, employees from Cleveland Di- pers Fresh Mexican Grill, Star Pop, Fears’ collaboration between artist Ivana Medu- that present themselves everyday , second and third place winners. The next com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on vision of Water Pollution Control, Keepin’ Confections, Blue Arrow Records, Gus’s kic of ‘Project Pop-Up Galleries’ and myself Whether it’s a show at the Beachland Theatre Program event is planned for Monday, May 19th and Submit Story, and start writing. It Fresh, Great Lakes Brewing Company Diner 185 and Bagel Buddies for donat- and executed by neighborhood handyman Tavern or a detail on a Zoetic Walls mural, will be held at the Memorial Nottingham Next deadline: May 25, 2014. and our dedicated community members, ing refreshments, coupons and awesome Doug Holmes, Phone Gallery demonstrates viewing Waterloo Road through the eyes of is seeking stu- branch of the Cleveland Public Library. You can mail your stories to the Collinwood we collected over 516 pounds of trash (in- World Water Day 2014 trivia prizes! And the transformation of an otherwise under- others only enhances our own understand- The event is titled “Soul Food” and will Observer office at 650 E. 185th Street, cluding 6 pounds of plastic cigar tips and finally, a big thank you to Tim at Cleveland utilized “space” into an inventive place for ing of what makes this place special. Phone dent applicants! focus on African and African-American Cleveland, OH 44119. 185 pounds of tires) and recyclables from Metroparks for helping us haul out all the art display. Gallery wants to see what makes you happy by Stephen Love culture. The Coalition is looking for men the beach, the park, the Collinwood Rec trash and recyclables! It’s mission is to exhibit neighborhood- … what keeps Waterloo weird. Upstage Player is looking for ten motivated who would be interested in being a mentor. centric work by local artists, promoting Participating in this exhibit is easy. Now students ages 12-18 to participate in a sum- If you would like to participate or have any Phone Gallery is located at the yellow wall of Russ’ Collinwood and its people to Cleveland and through June 21st, 2014: (1) Snap a photo- mer theater internship program. The focus questions, please call Margaret Craig (216) COMMUNITY MEETINGS Auto Care on the south side of the Waterloo Road, beyond. For the first exhibition, the goal is graph; (2) upload it to your preferred social of the program will be on protecting our just west of E156th Street. Euclid Beach Blast Needs Volunteers 481-7660. lakefront. We are collaborating with the Let’s make a neighborhood resolution for the to engage people who otherwise might not media platform (Twitter, Instagram, or new year – check out the block clubs. It takes for the Alive on 185 Parade and by Allison Lukacsy describe themselves as artists or might not Facebook); (3) hashtag it #ThisisWaterloo. Adopt a Beach program and will partici- just one evening a month, it often involves A few weekends ago Phone Gallery - Cleve- otherwise find time to visit Waterloo. Now it’s eligible for digital exhibition on pate in beach cleanups, meet experts on food, you get an up-close view of neighbors the Lakefront, visit Columbus and tour the you didn’t know, you hear what’s going on Street Fair land’s Smallest Gallery – opened it’s first In fact, the intention for all of my com- the Facebook page (This is Waterloo.) and and you can seize the moment and ask why. It is very dangerous to try to curated show, #ThisisWaterloo, a revolving munity-led, interactive arts projects com- in print inside Phone Gallery. Statehouse, research and write and per- by Stephen Love Or why not. Stick this list on the refrigerator. set of crowd-sourced photographs taken ing to North Collinwood (LOCKS of Love, During the Waterloo Arts Fest on June form an original play to help promote Or on your iPhone. Are you interested in marching in a parade? Leap a chasm in two bounds. by visitors, residents, and merchants in the from Waterloo; YARN n YOGA; and more) 28th, 2014, the public will select their fa- awareness of keeping the Lakefront clean. If you answered yes, then you are read- Collinwood Homeowners’ & Tenants’ Waterloo Arts District. is to convey how accessible making art can vorite photographs by text message. Win- Each student is expected to attend the ing the right announcement! The Euclid Association First Wednesday, 7 pm, - Chinese proverb In the shadows of Russ’ Auto, I stood be. “Smart” cell phones are prolific: We some photographs will go into production following sessions and participate fully. Beach Blast event committee is looking for St. Mary’s School, 15519 Holmes Ave. in front of the once vacant, phoneless box use them as substitutes for alarm clocks, as greeting cards to benefit future exhibi- Students will receive a total stipend of volunteers of all ages (children under age and tinkered with the format of the first 16 handheld gamers, and cameras. It’s the lat- tions at Phone Gallery. $175. Please include one letter of recom- E185 Street Block Watch 12 should be accompanied by an adult) to photographs now on view through mid- ter function I am interested in, especially as Can’t find Cleveland’s smallest gallery? mendation from supervisor, teacher, coach Second Tuesday, 6 pm, Lithuanian march in the Alive on 185 Parade and pass Village Hall, 877 E185 (rear entrance). May when a new batch of photographs will a tool to promote the wonderful emerging Look on the wall of Russ’ Auto Care on the etc. stating why you would be a good can- out event postcards for the Beach Blast and Jay Dee Cleaners replace the initial selections. I drew the at- arts scene brewing in Collinwood. south side of the Waterloo Road, just west didate for this summer program. This can- the Waterloo Arts Fest. If you are interested Nottingham Civic Club tention of curious on-lookers and happily Playing off of Positively Cleveland’s new- of E156th Street. Phone Gallery is electri- not be a person related to you. You do not Third Tuesday, 7 pm. Nottingham United Meth- in volunteering to march in the Parade on nd chatted about the project’s aspirations to est campaign, #ThisisCLE, #ThisisWater- fied and always open. have to be an UpStage Player in order to be odist Church, 18316 St Clair. May 17th, or if you are interested in learn- 878 E. 222 Street Euclid OH 44123 engage any and everyone who finds them- loo encourages people to document their considered. ing about other volunteer opportunities E156 Street Block Watch selves on Waterloo. Not once but twice I experiences in the Waterloo Arts District For more information and to download for this year’s Euclid Beach Blast, please Third Wednesday, 6 pm. M&M Bar-B-Que, 216-731-7060 was offered the use of a stranger’s cell phone and promote them to each other, greater the application, visit: http://www.upstage- 15116 Lakeshore Blvd at E152. contact Stephen Love, Euclid Beach Blast Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:30pm Saturday 8:00 – 5:00 or directed down the street to an operable Cleveland, and beyond. We are our own players.com/forms.html Coordinator, at 216-571-0685 or by email Northeast Shores Development Corp We offer pick-up and delivery service. Applications with letters of recommen- at [email protected]. And mark Carabel Beauty Salon & Store NSDC holds its quarterly meetings, open to all, Send us your E-mail at [email protected] for monthly specials like this one. The Best Home “Suite” Home dation must be emailed to Mrs. Carrie members and public, on the third Tuesday of your calendars for Saturday, August 2nd, Or…visit our website at WWW.JAYDEECLEANERS.COM Walsh-Hilf Artistic Director UpStage Play- January, April, July and October, at 6:30 pm, at from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm for the 5th Annual our lovely new rec center. These meetings are BLANKETS COMFORTERS BEDSPREADS In North Collinwood! ers at [email protected] by Sunday, well worth attending, all kinds of neighborhood- Euclid Beach Blast! Euclid Beach Blast is an White Stone Manor Apartments June 2nd wide initiatives come up for discussion. evening of live music, performances, work- Clean out your closets. Bring all you can, all at once, right away! 18009 Lakeshore Blvd. or mail to: Present this offer with your next INCOMING order. shops, kids activities and more celebrating 1 & 2 bdrm suites - $540 and up Carrie Walsh-Hilf, Collinwood/Nottingham Historical Society We are giving 25% off all Household blankets, comforters Second Thursday of the month, St Mary’s all things Euclid Beach and Lake Erie! 891 East 237th and bedspreads. Put them away fresh for next season. Call today: (216) 481-1604 Church Hall, 15519 Holmes Avenue, beginning www.euclidbeachblast.com Now through June 21st, 2014: (1) Snap a photo- Euclid, Ohio, 44123 at 6:30 pm. facebook.com/euclidbeachblast Bring in as much as you wish. Nasvytis Enterprises, Inc. graph; (2) upload it to your preferred social media Cannot be combined with other offers. This offer valid thru May 2014 www.mysuitehome.com platform (Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook); (3) If you have questions, do not hesitate to twitter @beachblast2013 hashtag it #ThisisWaterloo. email Mrs. Carrie Walsh-Hilf.

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Jewelry Making Holiday Polka Dance The NEORSD project on Lakeshore Blvd. Monday, May 26th Memorial Day Dance by Jeanne Coppola phone poles next to the trees are the same be notified? phone poles not affected? Will new trees be Class for Kids The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer Dis- distance from the street as the trees, and NEORSD needs to tell the public what planted in their place? How will this proj- SNPJ Farm 10946 Heath Rd. (Off Route 6) by Jeanne Coppola trict (NEORSD) is doing a massive sewer are not going to be cut down. Why is the is going on, and why they say sewer lines ect affect residents and traffic on Lakeshore The library will offer a jewelry making Frank Stanger Band - Don Wojtila Band project on Lakeshore Blvd., at the cost of NEORDS planning to chop down our trees, are being replaced because of flooding. My Blvd.? Will the RTA bus routes still be able class for kids on May 7th from 11:30am to 1 PM - 7 PM over $10 million dollars. The residents of and not the telephone poles? Will they re- apartment on Lakeshore Blvd has never travel on Lakeshore Blvd.? Does this proj- 1:00pm and from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. This the area need to know what is going on and place them? flooded, in the basement for the 8 years I ect just affect Lakeshore Blvd., or the side jewelry making class will teach you how to why. How will this affect residents, and traf- have been here. So how prevalent and seri- streets, also? Will certain streets be blocked make a lovely gift to give your mother. You I recently spoke with a sewer worker who fic? Will residents still be able to take the ous is this flooding? off, or traffic rerouted? Will mail delivery said huge machines with whirling blades bus? (The Lakeshore busses are the #39 and The questions that should be answered in be affected? Will water and electricity be will have lots of fun, while you make a Alfonzo Daniels. May Events at the Memorial- will tear up Lakeshore Blvd., from Neff Rd. #30, and the #39, runs the length of Lake- The Observer for all residents, are: interrupted? How will residents be noti- piece of jewelry, like a necklace or bracelet Surprise your mom with this special gift, or more. “Mother’s Day is coming, and to East 185th. St. shore Blvd. Will parts of Lakeshore Blvd., Who started this project? Why is it being fied? How can residents get involved, and that you made yourself, and show her how Nottingham Library Some of the trees will be in the way, be- be closed down, and traffic be rerouted? done? Who is financing it? Will the whirl- learn more, or sign petitions to save our you do want to give her a gift. So why not much you love her. All supplies will be pro- by Jeanne Coppola at 216-623-7039, or call Tech Central at cause the blades are so wide, so the trees This project is supposed to last all sum- ing blades cause flying debris, which could trees? And if there is a public meeting, will learn how to make a piece of jewelry from vided. Call the library at 216-623-7039 for GED CLASSES, every Tuesday and Thurs- 216-623-2980. are marked with pink “X’s” to be removed. mer long, and the water will be shut off for injure residents or their homes? What will it be located in an accessible place, on a bus Ms. Jameson (local artist),” said librarian further information. day, at 10:15 a.m. FREE GED classes will be CROCHET CIRCLE, every Wednesday, This does not make any sense, because tele- a day. When and why?? How will residents happen to our trees, and why are the tele- line? taught at the library through a partnership at 2:00 p.m. This is a crafting and commu- with Tri-C. To register for orientation, at- nity outreach program. Join us to enjoy the tend the orientation, and return for classes: company of other crafters and make items call the Memorial-Nottingham Library at for the Warm-Up Cleveland campaign. 216-623-7039. This is the crafting for a good cause pro- NEORSD Responds to Readers Concerns LET’S MAKE SOMETHING FOR MOM, gram that distributes new donated items by Jean Chapman Cleveland WPC also owns and maintains not include the use of large whirling blades. nies are in the process of relocating those Wednesday, May 7th, at 11:30 a.m. This is (with price tags attached), and donations of What is the name of the project? sewers in this area, including the local Additionally, the work will be done behind lines. Outages, particularly power outages, a fun event for children and teens which washable yarn, knitting needles or crochet The project is called the Euclid Creek Pump storm and sanitary sewers. While the concrete barriers and fencing. As with any should not occur during excavation. will teach them how to make simple jew- hooks to local charities. You can also drop Station - Lakeshore Boulevard Relief Sewer Sewer District’s work may reduce some construction project, the contractor is re- Further, the Sewer District does not elry and create a great Mother’s Day gift for off these items at any Cleveland Public Li- (ECPS-LBRS). basement flooding, it is not expected to quired to follow all safety regulations. anticipate any water service interruptions. their Mom or another special woman in brary location. Call 216-623-2921 for more resolve all basement flooding issues in this However, if interruptions are necessary, their life. information. Everyone is welcome. What is the purpose of the project? area. Larger storms can still overwhelm Will trees need to be removed? If so, why? proper notification will be given. YEAH FOR MOM! Wednesday, May 7th at RUSSIAN BOOK CLUB: A Literary Map The purpose of the project is to increase the sewer system and cause flooding issues. Will new trees be replaced? How about tele- CAVOTTA’SCAVOTTA’S 3:00 p.m. This is another fun event for chil- of Ohio, Saturday April 19, at 12:00 p.m. sewer capacity in the area and update the If you have questions about other sewer phone poles? Will mail delivery be impacted? dren. Get a chance to show how much you A Russian Book Club special event. Many existing Pump Station. projects planned for the local sewer system Yes, in the fall of 2014, 12 trees will need to No, mail delivery will not be impacted. GARDENGARDEN CENTERCENTER love your mother, while having a great time famous authors were born or lived in Ohio. Currently, during a rain event, the exist- in the area, please call the City of Cleveland be removed on East Park Drive. However, learning how to make a beautiful tulip- Celebrate National Library Week with a ing sewer cannot contain the flows and, as Department of Water Pollution Control the contractor may elect to work on the What are the conditions of the old sewer shaped card to give her on Mother’s Day! literary tour of the state of Ohio. Discus- a result, untreated wastewater is discharged (WPC) at 216-664-2750. street sooner than scheduled, so the trees line that will redirect flow into the new && URBANURBAN FARMFARM THROUGH THE KALEIDOSCOOPE: sion and presentation will be in the Russian into the environment. This happens ap- may be removed prior to the fall of 2014. Lakeshore Boulevard Relief Sewer? Making abstract Digital Art, May 7th, at language. proximately 40 times per year. How much will the project cost? The Sewer District has consulted with an The existing sewer is in good condition. Over 100 varieties of Heirloom Tomato Plants 3:00 p.m. Tech Central will present their After construction is completed, when The Lakeshore Boulevard Relief Sewer costs Arborist with the City of Cleveland and de- However, it does not have the capac- “Through the Kaleidoscope” lab that will The Memorial-Nottingham Library is lo- the current sewer becomes too full during $10.35 million, which includes upgrades to termined that the location of the work re- ity to sufficiently handle flows during rain Annuals • Perennials • Herbs tell you the basics of digital painting (and) cated at: 17109 Lake Shore Blvd, Cleveland, a rain event, flows will be redirected to the the Euclid Creek Pump Station. quired to build the new sewer would result events. For this reason the Sewer District Chicken Feed • Fresh Brown Eggs allow you to make your own unique cre- OH 44110. Phone: 216-623-7039. Open: new Lakeshore Boulevard Relief Sewer. in damage to the existing trees and their is constructing the relief sewer – to provide ation. You will learn how to use Sumo Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00am Those flows will then be diverted to the Who will pay for the project? roots such that the trees would not likely relief to the existing sewer. Fresh Produce • Local Honey Paint, a free online painting program. To - 7:00pm, and Wednesday, Friday and Sat- Euclid Creek Tunnel where it will be stored Sewer District projects are paid for by our survive. Therefore, they will need to be re- & Lots of Other Interesting Things! register for this class, please call the library urday, 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Sunday until it can be treated at the Easterly Waste- customers through sewer fees. moved. At the completion of the project, What about Lake Erie dredging? water Treatment Plant. Sewer discharges for each tree removed, two new new trees The Sewer District is not involved with the will be reduced from 40 times a typical year Are grants available to help cover the costs? will be planted in its place. projects related to dredging the Cuyahoga It’s time to to zero. 27 million gallons of former sew- Through 1991, the Sewer District received The telephone poles will remain intact. River and dumping of the materials into start planting...... & we have age discharges to the environment will be grant monies. Unfortunately, those grants Fortunately, unlike trees which have roots, the open waters of Lake Erie. For addition- everything captured and fully treated each year. monies no longer exist. the excavator can work around the tele- al information on dredging, please call the you need! Additionally, the project may alleviate phone poles. Ohio EPA or the Army Corp of Engineers. some basement flooding as long as the lo- How will this affect residents, and traffic? cal system can convey the flow to the relief The work will progress northbound on Will bus routes be impacted? When will the project be completed? Family Stop in and say Hello! Open Daily! sewer. Lakeshore Boulevard starting at Marcella Bus routes will be minimally impacted. The construction of the ECPS-LBRS proj- Owned Road. Lakeshore Boulevard will be re- Drop off and pick up locations may vary ect will be substantially complete by No- 19603 Nottingham Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44110 For Over Where will the work be located? duced from four lanes to two lanes where slightly depending on the current work lo- vember of 2015. 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Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School V Faith. Family. Future. V Faith. Family. Future. 2014 Classic Mixer Gala nets $250,000 Kwasniak ’94 named Viking

Fundraising records were broken at Director of Advancement Views Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School’s Fourth Annual Classic Mixer Gala held Babejohn Kwasniak ’94 has been Overall fundraising at VASJ, the by Richard Osborne on Saturday, April 5. After all expenses named Director of Advancement fastest-growing private high school in With apologies to the old Ford were paid, the school netted $250,000, for his alma mater, Villa Angela-St. Ohio, has increased some 44 percent Motor Company commercial…. If you making it the most successful Joseph High School, effective May 1. since the 2010-11 school year. Key haven’t seen VASJ lately, you haven’t fundraising event in the history of the The announcement was made by VASJ to this success is engagement with seen VASJ. school (including founding schools President Richard Osborne ’69. the school’s base of nearly 20,000 Oh, don’t worry. All the traditions Villa Angela Academy and St. Joseph “Babe brings a wealth of talent, alumni through calls on personal and character you remember from back High School). experience, passion and enthusiasm and corporate donors to meet goals in the day remain. Graduates’ portraits Of the $250,000 netted, $195,000 to our school,” Osborne said. “As the approaching $1 million annually. still line the first-floor hallway. Trophies was raised for “Continuing the Dream” Director of Advancement, he will play Kwasniak was part of the first and other memorabilia from Villa which provides funds to be used a key role in our strategic plan for graduating class to attend VASJ all Babe Kwasniak ’94 Angela Academy and St. Joseph High exclusively toward scholarships and continued success.” four years after Villa Angela Academy School endure throughout the building. financial aid for deserving students and Kwasniak is the head coach and St. Joseph High School merged He was promoted to an Anatomic Hall of Fame plaques continue to honor families. of the VASJ boys basketball team, in 1990. He is in an elite category by Pathology Sales Director in Cleveland many of our most distinguished alums. Board of Advisors Chairman Don which ended its season this year as winning a state championship as both a where he won an award for being But the past 12 months have Dailey ’70 set the stage for “Continuing state runner-up in Division III. Under player and a head coach. the top director in 2010. Kwasniak seen an unprecedented number of the Dream” by announcing that a group Kwasniak’s leadership, VASJ won the Kwasniak received a Bachelor managed in excess of $43 million of improvements that have made the of “Dream Makers” had each agreed 2013 state championship in Division of Science degree in Geopolitics business while serving in that role. Viking Village even more, well, to donate $5,000 or more. Leading the IV. He will remain as basketball coach from the United States Military Kwasniak is the co-founder of memorable than ever. And the spruce- list was Joseph Scaminace ’71 with a in his new position. Academy at West Point in 1999. He the Live for Joy Foundation, a non- up, clean-up projects will continue donation of $25,000. Several additional “I have often said I don’t love served in the Army until 2004. His profit organization that raises funds this summer. You might say that the donors stepped up to join the Dream coaching – I love VASJ and the kids service included roles as an Executive for ocular melanoma research and new Three Rs at VASJ are: Remodel, Makers at the event. Student representatives at the Fourth Annual Classic Mixer Gala gathered on stage to say “thank you” to donors after fundraising that I get the privilege to coach,” Officer, Operation Officer, and as the scholarship funds in memory of his Refresh and Refurbish! records were broken and the event raised a quarter of a million dollars to help “Continue the Dream” of a VASJ education. In support of the 23 former St. Kwasniak said. “I believe taking this head basketball coach for the Armed sister, Joy Kwasniak-Swanson, a 1991 Elsewhere on this page you can Peter Chanel High School students job proves that. I’m thrilled about Forces Basketball Team, which won graduate of VASJ. read about the exciting things to come now at VASJ, a group called the the opportunity to use my business a gold medal in 2004 and 2001. He Kwasniak is married to Laura in the school gym. Always a great “Firebird Family Dream Makers” then background to give back to an was awarded the Meritorious Service (Worthing) Kwasniak, MD, whom he place to see a game, the experience was announced. Before the night was institution and community who made Medal and Global War on Terrorism met when they were both cadets at will be accompanied by increased over, supporters of the former Chanel me the man I am today. This place is Medal upon completion of his military West Point. She is a board-certified comfort and visual appeal when this students had given $35,000. special. What an exciting time to be at duty. dermatologist with a practice (Hirsh big project is completed in time for the Jeff and Dr. Sandra (Pertekel) ’66 VASJ.” From 2005 until 2012 Kwasniak Dermatology) in Mayfield Village. The next basketball season. Because the Turner announced that they would The Director of Advancement worked for Ameripath, the largest couple have three children: B.K. (10), gym is also the site of numerous other join the Dream Makers by donating reports to the President and is anatomic pathology company in Quinn (7) and Logan (2). activities and events, all those special $20,000 to endow The Evelyn A. responsible for the development and the nation. He started as a territory As Director of Advancement, occasions will be enhanced as well. Svete Memorial Scholarship at VASJ, implementation of a comprehensive manager in Kansas City where he won Kwasniak succeeds Mary Paxton who While the gym serves as the main named in honor of Sandra’s aunt who advancement program, including various president club trips for being has accepted the position of Director gateway and venue for many visitors was a 1941 graduate of Villa Angela fundraising, alumni relations, donor a top salesman in cancer diagnostics of Development with The Salvation to the Viking Village, you won’t want Academy. The couple received a stewardship and budgeting. and molecular testing medical field. Army of Greater Cleveland Services. to let your tour end there. Our chapel standing ovation from the enthusiastic has been restored as a beautiful center crowd of 330 attendees. of spiritual reflection and renewal. In addition to faculty and Conference rooms – including the staff, current VASJ students were a Dr. Sandra (Pertekel) ’66 Turner and her husband, Jeff, John Henry Posey ’16 and Danielle Paus ’15 served as the student spacious Villa Angela Heritage Room announced a $20,000 gift to kick-off “Continuing the Dream.” emcees for the evening. significant presence at the event. Junior VASJ begins renovation of 64-year old gym on the second floor of the library – Danielle Paus and sophomore John and would not have been possible “Every successive year, our support speaks volumes about their are in the process of updating and Henry Posey served as the night’s without the hard work of the event donors, staff and volunteers outdo commitment to continue the dream of The athletics program at Villa The banners, a daily reminder of First-year Athletic Director Nate redecoration. A digital display called emcees. chair Mike Romeo ’88 and the entire themselves,” says VASJ President a VASJ education for generations to Angela-St. Joseph High School will be all of the storied accomplishments of Zavorek ’94, has spearheaded the “Head of the Class,” celebrating The event was a true team effort Classic Mixer committee. Richard Osborne ’69. “Their come.” taking another step towards ensuring past and present Vikings, will also see effort. leading donors, is set for installation that the established legacy maintains a new look. There will be a consistent “We have all reaped the benefits this summer. VASJ, Northeast Shores Development Corporation a strong presence at the corner of East color and theme, with new Final Four, of this gym,” said Zavorek. “Now it is In light of all this, it is little wonder 185th Street and Lakeshore Boulevard State Championship and branding time to give back and give this special and Hermes Road Racing are excited to announce the that our student population is on track with a plan to renovate the 64-year old banners adorning the rafters. place, which has housed so many to grow by yet another 20 percent this Third Annual Escape on the Lake 5k run and 1-mile gymnasium. The restrooms in the gym will memories, a face lift. This gym has walk on Saturday, July 12, 2014. fall. No doubt about it, VASJ is on a The old bleachers will be replaced also be enlarged to accommodate shaped the growth from adolescence roll. The proud past of VA and St. Joe’s with state-of-the-art, molded plastic the large crowds, becoming ADA- to adulthood for many of the people has served as the solid foundation for The race will start and finish at VASJ. All pre- seats from the Hussey Seating compliant. In doing so, space will be who walked these walls and I think all growth and strength in the 21st Century. registrants will receive a t-shirt. Company, boasting a capacity of created for new concession stands of those people want to see it being As we look forward to our 25th 1,250 seats with end and back railing, and a Spirit Shop will be added to the taken care of and upgraded for future anniversary as the merged school in along with and aisle railway, giving Viking Village. Replacing the metal generations to enjoy just as much.” Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. 2015, we also look forward to serving a college-like atmosphere to the gym railings above the north end bleachers, With a rich tradition of producing the Collinwood-Euclid community for The 5k run/1-mile walk will begin at 9 a.m. with an obvious upgrade that will will be sleek, new, glass five-feet- professional, legendary athletes and a Northeastrd Shores & Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School generations to come. 3 5k Run/1-Mile Walk advance both the safety and aesthetics wide panels with stainless steel rails. current spot among Northeast Ohio’s And while you’re making note of Pre-Registration Entry Fee (before July 9) - $18 Annual Escape on the Lake for all fans. The glass will be branded with VASJ elite competition, VASJ is capturing our Silver Anniversary, please mark The stage will have platform logos as well as provide advertising the unique combination of a strong your calendar for August 17. Save the Saturday risers in front, creating VIP seating opportunities. The current and current foundation with a fresh outlook. Race Day Entry Fee - $23 date for a reception and tours of the with cushioned folding chairs, adding scoreboard advertising will also be Construction on the gym began on “better than ever” VASJ! July 12, 2014, 9 a.m. an exciting new cheering section renegotiated. Finally, the basketball April 8 and is targeted to be completed More information can be found on the VASJ website at Register online at www.hermescleveland.com behind the basket with a great vantage hoops will become suspended from the by the start of the 2014-15 school year Richard Osborne ’69 is the president of All pre-registrants receive a free t-shirt www.vasj.com/escape-on-the-lake www.vasj.com • 216-481-8414 point. ceiling rather than movable posts. in August . Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School. Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School 18491 Lakeshore Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44119 • 216-481-8414 • www.vasj.com 18491 Lakeshore Boulevard • Cleveland, OH 44119 • 216-481-8414 • www.vasj.com Catholic education in the Ursuline and Marianist traditions Catholic education in the Ursuline and Marianist traditions

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Community

Pre-K through 8th Grade Faith Academics Community Exciting New Preschool Program at Our Lady of the Lake preschool that offers the highest quality of education at affordable rates, with flexible full and half-day options. Students will benefit not only from experienced, highly qualified teachers, but also access to a full array of school amenities, including a complete gymnasium, dedicated art and music rooms, iPads and a computer lab. Our Lady of the Lake School has been A quality school setting is important for nurturing young students expanding its advanced, enrichment and extracurricular offerings at all grade levels, by Sarah Gyorki while maintaining small classrooms with Studies have clearly shown how impor- lots of teacher attention, advanced tech- tant early childhood education is to your nology initiatives, and a warm, nurturing child’s success in school and in life. So it’s environment grounded in faith, academ- particularly exciting that local families ics and community. They are currently have a new, quality option for preschool accepting registrations for Pre-K through coming this fall at Our Lady of the Lake 8th grade. For registration information or School. to schedule a tour, contact Rita Kingsbury, Principal Rita Kingsbury is introduc- Principal, at (216) 481-6824 or by email at ing an innovative, curriculum-based [email protected]. .

Our Lady of the Lake Ramps up the Monthly Prayer Walks Fun for 200th Street Stroll! by Dana Heil join us. This month’s Prayer Walk begins at The last Saturday of each month, a cluster Our Lady of the Lake on Saturday, May 31, by Dana Heil all free and open to the public, so stop by of Lakeshore churches gets together to host at 10:00am. We’ll be walking through the We all love the E. 200th Street Stroll, with and visit us any time between 10:00 a.m. a prayer walk throughout different parts of E. 200th Street Stroll, so it’s bound to be a all its opportunities to meet neighbors, and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 31st. You our neighborhood. It’s a great way to meet fun morning. For more information about visit local merchants and get out and about can also buy your wristband for non-stop friends, get a little fresh air and share some our Prayer Walks and other activities, visit in the community. Our Lady of the Lake rocket car and trolley rides, and make this conversation. All ages and denominations Our Lady of the Lake on facebook, where loves the Stroll so much, we’re putting on a your kick-off point for enjoying all that the are welcome, so bring a friend and come we share photos and other information. party to celebrate! 200th Street Stroll has to offer. We’re look- At the corner of Lakeshore Blvd. and ing forward to meeting some new friends, E. 200th Street visitors will find live mu- and enjoying a great day with our neigh-   sic, kids games, crafts and prizes, snacks bors! Youth Mass Celebrates Young People Solving the Homework Challenge  and refreshments and fun for all ages. It’s by Molly Wimbiscus, MD throughout the year as they transition into new by Rita Testa Life is busy! Four kids, 8 years old and young- developmental stages. Mae informed me that 1/16 Page Horizonal In his World Youth Day homily, Pope May 11, 2014 10:00 am: Mother/Daughter er, full time jobs and some weekend work, she is now an “early beginner,” and I wish you  Francis said: “The Church needs you, your Mass several extracurricular activities--how can we could see the delight in her eyes! She is writing enthusiasm, your creativity and the joy find time for homework?! Oddly, homework is real words in her “Quick Write” journal that  Vacation Bible School Means that is so characteristic of you.” Our Lady June 15, 2014 10:00 am: Father/Son Mass a peaceful time of day. After dinner, kids at the started out as pictures of “details” just a few  of the Lake is excited to celebrate the cre- table, excited to read their “just right” books for short months ago. Last week, she took my hand on a walk and said, “Mom, I can’t wait to write Summer Fun ativity, joy and enthusiasm of our young For a full schedule of mass times, visit at least 30 minutes that they have chosen with   care from their book boxes at school, write in about my weekend in my journal!” people in monthly youth masses. Friends Our Lady of the Lake online at www.   by Rita Testa limited and the final registration deadline their journals briefly, sometimes practice math Why do I notice this time of day if it is so and neighbors of all ages are invited to ourladyofthelakeoh.org, or call (216) 486- Our Lady of the Lake Vacation Bible is May 30th. For registration and informa- as directed by their teachers. I have never had easy? Why would it be otherwise? I am a child join any of these celebrations. 0850. All are welcome! an unnecessary worksheet to check or watched psychiatrist and work closely with many fami- Coit’s Growing School runs June 9-13, and we’re planning tion, call Rita Testa at (216) 486-0850 or in your neighborhood a child stress over ambiguous directions. They lies struggling over homework challenges. In some big fun for the little ones! Last year’s email [email protected]. know exactly what to do, and I can relax read- many homes, this time of day is a nightmare Open Saturdays Year Round – 8:00AM to 1:00PM western theme was a big hit, with plenty ing with them (as needed) or listening to them and leads to anxiety and frustration for kids Wednesdays April thru November of music, dancing and crafts for everyone. read as we clean up the kitchen and get things and parents alike. Intergenerational educators 10:00AM to 1:00PM This year’s program promises plenty of ready for the next day. have gracefully trained us as parents and our Healthy Produce. Healthy People. Healthy Connections. surprises, with games and activities to If homework is a reflection of school, the children in the meaningful routine of authentic TM Call 216-249-5455 or go to www.coitmarket.org make this a week packed with fun. A won- Intergenerational Schools must be a calm and homework. This is just one distinctive ele- 15000 Woodworth Rd near East 152nd and Noble derful team of youth helpers keep all the reassuring place. My children know exactly ment of the Intergenerational Way! Learn what’s available. Join our e-mail list by e-mailing what is expected of them. They gain confidence [email protected] or join “The Coit Road Farmers Market” on Facebook. campers busy from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and make sure a good time is had by all. Any child between the age of 4 and grade 5 is welcome, and at just $35 for the week, it’s an affordable way to make sure kids have some special activities this summer. 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Schools National Student Poet Sojourner Ahebee Visits Summer Guns by Tahlia Eskridge Collinwood High School Teens from Collinwood’s iMedia progThe summer is fast approaching and with the PK MANAGEMENT, LLC heat comes craziness. Who wants to stay in the house? Pure laziness. But is it worth risking your life and safety? I don’t want to see another one of my friends or family Tour our Senior Properties today and members laying on the hot concrete, only for someone to say I don’t know what went Jayla Terry (left) and Sojourner Ahebee discuss Dayaunna White (left) and GiGi Elder, Instructional National Student Poet Sojourner Ahebee (center) is on and I definitely don’t want that to be See what WE have to Offer! ideas for poems. Coach, concentrate on their thoughts. surrounded by poetry workshop participants. me. What do you do when there’s nowhere to run; everywhere you turn you’re star- by Gail Greenberg Recently appointed one of five National after the start of the Ivorian civil war. Her ing down the barrel of their guns? When A prestigious V.I.P. – Very Important Poet Student Poets, chosen from among the current home is Philadelphia, PA. everyone thinks it’s ok to fight what do you do? Why can’t people put down their – visited Collinwood High School, in cele- national medalists in the Scholastic Arts Sojourner’s visit to Collinwood was Euclid Beach Villa bration of April as National Poetry Month. & Writing Awards, Sojourner will serve as made possible by a collaboration between weapons and fight for things that mat- 125 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, Ohio Sojourner Ahebee, National Student Poet a literacy ambassador to people across the Cleveland Public Library and its staff and ter? What about our education or the fact Class of 2013, met with a group of promis- country and around the world. She will Collinwood High School. Caroline Peak, that businesses keep closing? What about (216) 531-3820 * TTY (216) 472-1884 ing Collinwood High School student writ- share her passion for poetry and inspire her Collinwood Branch Manager, Amy Daw- the abandoned homes on our streets, but Seniors 62 & Older ers, educators and community members for peers, through readings and workshops at son, Manager, Ohio Center for the Book, homeless families on our corners? I wish a poetry writing workshop and presenta- libraries, museums and schools. Steve Capuozzo, Literature Department Li- people would be more passionate about tion. Also in attendance was Timothy Ow- Sojourner attends Interlochen Arts brarian, Ohio Center for the Book, and Gail fighting for these things instead of fighting ens, Senior Library Program Officer, at the Academy in Michigan, where she majors in Greenberg, Media Specialist, Collinwood because someone said the wrong thing to Institute of Museum and Library Services Creative Writing. Born in Cote D’Ivoire, High School, planned and coordinated the them. But no matter what I say I know I’ll in Washington, DC. West Africa, she left her birthplace at age 7, day’s event. be hearing gun shots ringing. Old women singing, at funerals of their grandchildren. Truth is I’ll lose more friends, leaving my mood as blue as the summer sky. The sum- Euclid Beach Club Hello Collinwood: the iMedia Students Invade the Rock mer should be fun but for some it will bring 123 E. 156th Street, Cleveland, Ohio Forest Hill Terrace Hall & Meet Jay-Z’s Engineer another year of grief and tears. (216) 383-9779 * TTY (216) 472-1884 14030 Terrace Road, E. Cleveland, OH Seniors 62 & Older (216) 268-4175 * TTY (216) 472-1884 gram met with Grammy award nomi- Thugs-N-Harmony, along with many oth- the knowledge that he shared”, said Darvio Seniors 62 & Older nated Young Guru (engineer and record ers. Known as “The Sound of New York”, “Kingpin” Morrow, CEO of FCB Entertain- producer to Jay-Z) on March 19th at the Young Guru has over a decade of experi- ment & one of the iMedia instructors. “It Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The meeting ence in production, sound engineering and means a lot for our kids to be able to see was a panel discussion and interview with A&R for Def Jam and Roc-A-Fella Records. people who are successful in the fields that Young Guru, kicking off a three day series The acclaimed producer has engineered they are interested in.” celebrating Hip Hop. The event was a col- 10 of Jay-Z’s 11 albums, along with Kanye The teens are part of the iMedia program, laboration between Cuyahoga Community West, Alicia Keys, and many others. whose mission is to explore their creativity College and the Rock Hall. Young Guru shared his experience in the by broadening their horizons in the areas Owl’s Nest Young Guru is one of the most sought af- music business with the teens while giving of the arts, music and the media. Members 2020 Taylor Road, E. Cleveland, OH Young Guru and the iMedia class ter engineers in the music industry and has sound information and advice to those who of the class have met and/or interviewed lu- worked with artists such as Ludacris, Mari- are interested in a career in the music indus- minaries such as legendary engineer Young (216) 541-4472 * TTY (216) 472-1884 by Darece Daniels ah Carey, Rihanna, Beyonce, Cam’ron, try. He graciously responded to the many Guru, Cleveland City Councilman Michael Seniors 55 & Older Teens from Collinwood’s iMedia pro- Talib Kweli, and Cleveland’s own Bone questions that were in the room and stayed Polensek, Newschannel 5 Reporter Stepha- later than planned to continue his conver- nie Ramirez, Cavs legend Austin Carr and sation with our students. “It definitely had Greater Cleveland Film Commission Presi- The Day the World Famous an impact on me”, said Devon Merritt, dent Ivan Schwarz, among others. The class singer and iMedia participant. “I’m taking meets at the Collinwood Recreation Center Euclid Hill Villa Orchestra Came to Memorial it all in.” “I greatly appreciate the time that on Wednesdays at 4:30pm. Gates Mills Villa 100 Richmond Road, Euclid, Ohio by Nancy Robertson Princess and the Frog.” Kortni Allen also Young Guru spent with our kids and all of 6755 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts., OH (216) 289-4090 * TTY (216) 472-1884 We are Memorial third graders in Mrs. enjoyed the music because, “she could (440) 461-2294 * TTY (216) 472-1884 Petro’s class. Our assignment was to write recognize the fairy tale music.” We all Seniors 55 & Older Seniors 62 & Older about the day the world famous Cleveland enjoyed the lady conductor, but Al-mamun Cleveland Job Corp recognized as a Orchestra came to our school. We would said it best when he said, “The conductor like to share our experience with you. was fun to watch because she was holding a Gold Star Center The day the orchestra came was very baton.” helping make it happen. exciting. Nyline Hunt was impressed right The beautiful music was about to end As you may be aware, the President’s from the start, “the Cleveland orches- but we have more to say. Cierra Wright, administration’s budget called for $1.5 tra came to play and I saw a lot of people “knows they are talented by the way they billion in funding for Job Corps, which is dressed in black playing instruments.” played.” We all agree that it was a beauti- $200 million below our need for FY-15. We Jamison Augustine said, “There are four ful performance. The Cleveland Orchestra focused on urging members of congress to Amenities include: Community Room w/Kitchen, Movie kinds of instruments, strings, woodwinds, was awesome and we hope that someday we support the Dear Colleague letter initiated brass, and percussion. My two favorite can go see them perform at Severance Hall. by Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge of the Theater, Computer Lab, Resident Library, Fitness Center, string instruments are the violin and the A special report by Memorial 3rd grade 11th Congressional District Office regard- bass.” Wendell Mitchell added, “I loved student, Dionna Rucker ing Job Corps’ appropriations. They all the way the music got louder and louder.” Mrs. Kirk’s 3rd grade class invited our by William Houston displayed a great deal of professionalism, Beauty Salon, Mini-Mart and More! But Jason Owens says, “When I was watch- class to see a solo performance by the first Center Director pride, knowledge, and confidence. ing the orchestra it was peaceful and I fell chair violinist from the Cleveland Orches- The Center Director and the Business The NJCA is declaring the week of Au- Conveniences include: Podiatrist and Visiting Nurse, asleep!” Then Dionna Rucker added, “I tra. This is what Dionna had to say about Community Liaison (BCL), Michael E. gust 18th as Job Corps Week. During this liked the part when they told what hap- this exceptional experience. “The way she Taylor, had the opportunity to participate Congressional recess, they are requesting pened in Sleeping Beauty and the music got played the violin was awesome. She was fo- in the 2014 NJCA Policy Forum two weeks that centers invite their Congressional Blood Pressure Checks, Free Lunches, and much more!! deeper.” Finally, Aohna Ogaltree and Al- cused the whole time. The fairy tale music I ago in Washington, DC. He had the op- delegates to their respective center and be- mamun Rhiam both thought the, “drums remember was Sleeping Beauty and Beauty portunity to meet with Grace Kilbane, gin putting plans in place to recognize the Social Service Coordinator on-site. made awesome noises that were silly at the and the Beast. But the best was learning National Director, as well as the directors great history of Job Corps and those who same time.” ballet moves to the music. We also did a from the National Job Corps Association, have made contributions to the past, pres- We all agreed with Dionna Rucker when finishing dance to our ballet moves it was as they lead discussions about increasing ent, and future of the program. The success she said, “Watching the orchestra made me fun. I liked it, and want to see that again student enrollment, JC Funding and a vari- of the Cleveland JCC couldn’t have been feel excited and special!” Jomane Gore was and again.” ety of other matters. It was one of the most possible without the great partnerships and FREE UTILTIES!!! excited and, “loved when the orchestra was All of our third graders would like to ex- open dialogues that the NJCA leadership support from our stakeholders. playing to the poems.” Ny’eliah West said, press our appreciation to the Cleveland Or- and office of Job Corps had in a long while. All of our third graders would like to ex- “I didn’t hear much of the harp but when I chestra for coming to dazzle us with their I am very proud to announce that the press our appreciation to the Cleveland Or- did it sounded nice. And the best part was playing. We know it was a big job getting Cleveland center was recognized by NJCA chestra for coming to dazzle us with their Applicants Must Qualify; Subsidies Available; Vouchers Accepted when one lady played the piccolo.” Cer- here, but hope you enjoyed us as much as as a Gold Star Center. Special thanks to playing. We know it was a big job getting ena Moore enjoyed the fairy tales, “I liked we enjoyed you. Bravo! our BCL, along with Community Relations here, but hope you enjoyed us as much as when they played Sleeping Beauty and The Council and Industry Advisor Council for we enjoyed you. Bravo!

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Health Health Grants Awarded to Hospice School June 8 Walk to Remember Celebrates Crisis Response Program Loved Ones While Helping Hospice by Laurie Henrichsen Hospice of the Western Reserve has support for administrators, staff, students received continued grant funding of its and parents in collaboration with school School Crisis Response Program from the crisis response team members,” said Diane Ridgecliff Foundation ($25,000) and the Snyder Cowan, Director of the Elisabeth Pentair Foundation ($1,325) in 2014. Both Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center. foundations have provided annual support The school crisis response team helps since 2007, enabling the experienced coun- the students develop a normalized view of selors of the nonprofit agency’s Elisabeth the grief process, find appropriate ways to Severance Prentiss Bereavement Center to express their feelings, and memorialize the respond to students and staff when death- deceased. After the initial response, many related crises occur in Northeast Ohio’s schools invite the counselors back to lead school communities. follow-up activities such as grief support A LIFETIME OF In the period of 2007 through 2013, groups and classroom presentations. counselors provided 150 immediate on- The Elisabeth Severance Prentiss Be- CHOICE DOESN’T The Burning River Roller Girls are ready to again serve as “rolling ambassadors” at this year’s Walk to site responses in the aftermath of suicides, reavement Center’s School Crisis Response Remember. shootings, accidental deaths, unexpected Program supplements the programs and sudden deaths, and anticipated deaths due resources already available in schools. “We END HERE. by Laurie Henrichsen to it. Last year, many teams even created to serious illness. Each crisis response is offer proactive consultation services, and Collinwood residents are encouraged to and wore customized T-shirts with pic- A PROVEN LEADER carefully planned in coordination with the presentations on the grief responses of gather family and friends and register for tures and names of their loved ones on the school’s staff, to fit the specific needs of the children and adolescents for teachers and Choose the hospice of choice. the third annual Walk to Remember at front. The event is open to anyone wishing impacted school community. school staff,” Snyder Cowan said. More in a continuum of care the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Honorary to honor and celebrate the memory of a “We’re grateful for this continued sup- information is available at www.hospicewr. Most people think you call hospice when you’re all out of options. That’s Chair for this year’s event is Monica Rob- loved one; no hospice experience is neces- port, which allows our team of trained org/grief-loss, or by phone at 216.486.6838. not true if you call Hospice of the Western Reserve. As Northern Ohio’s ins, Senior Health Correspondent, WKYC sary.” counselors to provide immediate, on-site most experienced and most referred hospice provider, we offer more TV Channel 3. Sponsored by FirstMerit Martin said all proceeds stay within options to personalize care. We focus on helping patients and their Foundation, the event will be held Sunday, Northern Ohio to help seriously ill patients families live their lives where they choose – at our unique facilities, at June 8, 2014, 8 a.m. to noon. Over 2,000 and their families by helping to fund com- • Post-Hospital Skilled Nursing B & B Upholstery Art and Artisan home, at a hospital, at a nursing home or at an assisted living residence. participants are expected to enjoy the passionate services not fully covered by Discover why the hospice of choice is Hospice of the Western Reserve. & Rehabilitation Exhibit leisurely walk through the zoo celebrating Medicare or private insurance such as grief by John Copic The attention to detail and the quality of the memory of their loved ones. The event counseling, pediatric hospice care, music Visit HospiceOfChoice.org. Do you need a beautiful piece of furni- the work is five-star. benefits patients and families cared for by and art therapy and the school crisis grief • Alzheimer’s Care ture reupholstered? Do you need the vinyl B & B upholstery would like to invite you Hospice of the Western Reserve, including support program. booth in your restaurant repaired? Wheth- to an Art and Artisan Exhibit on Friday, the residents of David Simpson Hospice Among those participating for the third er your upholstery needs are commercial or June 6 from 2 PM to 8 PM. Refreshments, House on E. 185th Street. Registration is year will be the Burning River Roller Girls, • Hospice Care residential, marine or auto, I highly recom- wine and cheese, and local artists and their $20 for an individual and $60 for a family. Cleveland’s first all-female, skater-owned, mend you stop in at B & B Upholstery lo- art will be featured. Stop in and see the Children’s admission is $10. Registration flat-track derby league, who will help kick cated at 15319 Waterloo Rd. They have been beautiful work. includes all-day admission at the Zoo and off the Walk and add to the celebratory Rainforest, T-shirts, snacks and live musi- mood of the day. “We had such a great time in business there on Waterloo since 1996. 855.852.5050 cal entertainment. To register, visit http:// and were honored to be a part of some- HospiceOfChoice.org www.hospicewr.org/walk. thing so special,” said Daniela Reagan, “It’s a great family event. We have multi- Vice President of Public Relations for the ple generations of families and their friends group. “I am happy to help because hospice walking together as a way to pay tribute to took such great care of several of my family those who have had a lasting influence in members in their last days.” their lives. It’s a wonderful, uplifting way to For more information or assistance with honor the memory of loved ones,” said Col- registration, email Bridget Murphy, Hos- linwood resident Laura Lee Martin, who is pice of the Western Reserve, at bmurphy@ Director of Operations, Development and hospicewr.org, or call her at 216.383.3715. Communications for the nonprofit agency. “The day always has a very celebratory feel

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Back Cover Lines Written in a Country Churchyard by Marian Sharp suspect that only a few days ago it was the in the fields you fought to save. Far off on as a matter of fact. I read of the corrupt Editors note: Reprinted by the permission of scene of a military funeral. That was the the horizon, their smokestacks reaching administration in some place and of the the Collinwood Nottingham Historical day they brought you home, this time to the sky, are the cities with their factories good in other cities. I was able to get a true Society stay. They brought you across the ocean in and industries, the heartbeat of America, picture of our country. That is why you did a large ship with others like yourself. As the things you fought to keep free. They’re not die in vain. We will go to the polls to A Memorial Day you came toward the dock the tug whistle working for democracy. vote and elect new officials. The officials Tribute - Lines remained silent a quiet salute to you. They Some say that they don’t know who you of our own choice. This is why you did not Written in a lifted you gently to the pier, then to a train are, but they do know, we all do. You’re an die in vain. Sunday I will go to church, Country Courtyard and then they bore you up here. You’re American, from “the land of the free and the church I choose and will worship God Lines Written in a Country Courtyard home now. It’s peaceful here now. The the home of the brave.” You fought to keep in the way I see fit. This is why you didn’t was written by Collinwood High School rifles are silent, the people gone, and you these words a reality. You are endeared die in vain. I can go to a civic meeting Class of 1951 senior Marian L Sharp. are left to rest. Was it quiet then, on that in the hearts of all true, freedom-loving and criticize or praise our country and its Her father having served in World War 1, day they laid you to rest? Americans. You fought and died for administration. I can say what I think and and her grandfather having also served in It’s beautiful up here today. The sun us. Some say the price was too great for feel. This is why you did not die in vain. the military, a deep respect for our veterans is warm on your grave and trees are you to pay. Do you think it was? A little All this is America, and this is why you was instilled in her at an early age. whispering softly that your sleep may not way down the road children are playing, did not die in vain, for we still have these It was after Marian’s Navy Seal fiancé be disturbed. They are not mourning for playing in a free world. A world where things, thanks to you. But you say what of had been killed serving in Korea, that you, they’re raising their branches, tall and there isn’t any fear or dictatorship. Is this yourself? You are not dead for your soul she wrote this piece. Her daughter, Susan straight to give thanks that we have men worthwhile? lives on in the hearts of your loved ones, Crismor, was kind enough to allow us to like you. You died to protect this land, It’s peaceful here today. Are you spite- and in those who pass by here and look reprint it, for this Memorial Day issue, in this tree , this country, and all of us. Your ful that you had to give your life for us? at your white cross. You are an inspira- memory of her mother, and in tribute, like were called on to do a job, and you did it, Perhaps your buddies are fighting again, tion for those coming on after you. Your her, to our veterans. at the expense of your own life “that this in another war. But that doesn’t mean strength, courage, and devotion to your Thanks Susan, for sharing this with our nation under God shall have a new birth that you died in vain. For as long as the country are examples to be followed care- Collinwood community! of freedom’” Freedom isn’t fee. You paid persecuted people of the world know that fully. For you are on of those who “more © 2014 Estate of Marian L Sharp dearly for your few short years of it. there are people like you who will die to than self their country loved.” It’s peaceful here on the hill. You can save them, they will have hope. The cross It’s peaceful here today. But down in the It’s peaceful here now. One would never look for miles around and see the farmer at your head tells this. He, who was the cities and towns the people are going about first to die there, died to save us. He whom their work. The work of making this na- we all remember. You died like him, to tion, this world, a better place in which to save the persecuted. Someday there will be live. You have finished your work, so rest Stacie Wertheimer an end to war and then the persecuted will well soldier, it’s a job well done. And when be free. 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