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Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 9 • Issue 12 December 2017 Fall Tree Planting Provides Euclid Welcomes Northeast Factory Community Improvements Direct coverage. The Urban Tree Canopy Assess- by Kirsten Holzheimer Gail ment completed by the Cuyahoga County Euclid is thrilled to welcome Northeast Planning Commission in 2014 ranked Eu- Factory Direct to the city! Friday, Novem- clid as 44 out of 59 communities with tree ber 24th was the official grand opening canopy as a percentage of total land cover. where Mayor Gail, Director Holody, mem- This study helped determine the project bers of City Council, EPD Chief Meyer, that is near completion this fall. By plant- Euclid Chamber of Commerce Director ing new trees we are increasing our canopy Sheila Gibbons and others were on hand to coverage therefore improving our rank- welcome Northeast Factory Direct founder ing. This project was made possible due to Alex Nemeth and his staff to the city of funding allocations from the Community Euclid. Northeast Factory Direct takes the Development Block Grant as well as the place of the former B&B Appliance, which Cuyahoga County Supplemental Grant, served Euclid and northeast Ohio for 93 which allowed us to double our impact. years. Northeast Factory Direct looks for- Also underway this November is the ward to continuing the legacy of high qual- New trees along East 222nd Street return of the Dangerous Tree Removal ity, great value, and customer service to the residents of Euclid and northeast Ohio. If by Mary Mastalski program. This popular Health, Safety and Well-Being seasonal project takes place you are looking for furniture, a hot tub, or As you may have noticed, the City of Euclid kitchen cabinets, please stop in to see what has been the recipient of some additional from October through March in compli- ance with Ohio Department of Natural they have to offer and welcome them to Eu- foliage over the past few weeks. One of the clid! Northeast Factory Direct is located at 2017 Municipal Beautification projects is Resources requirements. Trees that are 24470 Lakeland Blvd, Euclid. Welcome to Euclid Northeast Factory Direct! the largest tree planting the City’s Depart- considered dangerous may have overhang- ment of Planning and Development has ever ing branches, be entangled with wires, or taken on, adding 330 trees to residential and are close to damaging residents’ homes or commercial areas throughout Euclid. garages. These projects provide benefits The Euclid Group, LLC has been planting of safety, increases in property value, add trees throughout October and November visual appeal and are a great long-term in- on streets designated as having low canopy vestment in our community. E. 185th St. Business Block Watch & Networking Event by Alisa Boles Businesses in both the Euclid and Cleveland sections of E. 185th have expressed a desire to come together to discuss crime prevention and to network. Crime is not limited by the Cleveland-Euclid border and neither should we be when it comes to coming together to rally for the E. 185th business district as a whole. What is good for Euclid is good for Collinwood and vice versa.

EPD & CPD have both agreed to send reps that can 1) speak to patrol issues 2) describe resources that are available to businesses from their respective cities and 3) explain the best way to communicate with them when needed. This event will also serve as an opportunity for businesses to network with one another. Members of City Council are planning on coming as well.

WHEN: Tuesday, December 12, 2017 7 PM - 9 PM WHERE: Cebars Euclid Tavern Artists featured clockwise from top left: Eileen Sheehan, Hector Vega, Denise Buckley, Steven Simmons, Linda WHO: Open to all businesses on E. 185th Street Zolten Wood. WHAT: E. 185th Business Block Watch & Networking

Cleveland Artists Coming Together To Support Puerto Rico by Eileen Sheehan them valuable resources. to this event. On our Go Fund Me page, www.facebook.com/CACeuclid/events. Puerto Rico was ravaged by hurricane The fundraiser event held on Saturday, you can purchase a ticket by making a $10 Here you can view latest posts regarding Maria, leaving millions in need of water, December 16 from 4 PM - 8 PM, will be set donation under Reward Levels. Kids are artist donations and other news pertaining shelter and other goods. Local artists Ei- up as an art auction, with pieces being auc- free and walk-ins are welcome with ticket to the event, and invite your friends to join leen Sheehan and Linda Zolten Wood have tioned off as the night goes on. Local artists purchase at the door. We also are offering you. come together to help families in need on will be in attendance as well as Latina food custom artwork for our larger rewards, We believe artists create a powerful the island. They were inspired by the efforts and raffle baskets from local businesses a signed Hector Vega print for our Gold impact on the world around us. This is a of local chef and TV personality Lisa Pucci and restaurants. The energy will be one of Sponsors who donate $250 and a custom great opportunity for artists to show their Delgado, who has been working hard since excitement and love for others, with a fo- painted rain barrel by the Collinwood Rain support for Puerto Rico in their time of Maria hit to facilitate supply shipments cus on raising funds for families in need Barrel Project for our Platinum Sponsors need. We are currently seeking local art- through Amazon to her isolated mountain in Puerto Rico. All proceeds will be sent to who donate $500. Our current goal is set ists to participate by donating a work of hometown of Piedra Azul. After seeing the the Foundation for Puerto Rico. at $5,000 but we are confident we will raise art that will be sold to help Puerto Rican devastation in Puerto Rico, they created Shore Cultural Centre is sponsoring the more than that for our friends in Puerto families in need. Contact Eileen Sheehan the idea of selling donated art from local space for the event, which will take place Rico. You can donate or purchase tickets to at [email protected] for artist/food Cleveland artists to raise funds for Puerto in their Community Room. Artists Hector this event by visiting our Go Fund Me page: donations. Monetary donations can be Rican relief efforts. Well known Cleveland Vega, Eileen Sheehan, Richard Romero, www.gofundme.com/cleartforpuertorico. made at https://gofundme.com/cleartfor- artist, Hector Vega, and graphic designer, Linda Zolten Wood, Angelica Pozo, Denise The CLE ART for Puerto Rico fundraiser puertorico. Thank you for your support! Richard Romero, volunteered to be in- Buckley, and Steven Simmons will be some is sponsored by the Create-A-Craft studio, volved in the fundraiser and brought with of the many artists who are donating work and can be found on their events page: Page 2 The Euclid Observer Volume 9 • Issue 12 December 2017 December 2017 The Euclid Observer Volume 9 • Issue 12 Page 3

Dialogue Euclid Library From the desk of the Mayor Because of You, Libraries Transform Happy Holidays to we truly appreciate their service, leader- and operated businesses. Please shop local

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As you prepare for the holidays, please On behalf of the City of Euclid, I wish I would like to say thank you to Euclid remember your local stores, restaurants you much joy and many blessings this The mission of The Euclid Observer is to attract, Teens and Youth Services Manager Christine Pyles celebrate Free Comic Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail’s Summer Fireside Chat/Ice Cream Social Patrons at the Build A Better World Summer Reading Program Kick-Off articulate and amplify civic intelligence and com- Council President John Monroe, Ward and entertainment establishments. We all holiday season! Thank you for your con- Book Day Event munity good will in the City of Euclid and beyond. 2 Councilwoman Madeline Scarniench, want thriving neighborhood commercial tinued support and commitment to our by Ashley Gowens room photo exhibit by local Euclid author Libraries Transform,’ theme, features pa- to look at the new artwork today! Thank BECOME AN OBSERVER! Ward 6 Councilman Patrick Delaney, and districts – but they will only thrive with community. I look forward to a new year Judge Deborah LeBarron for their service our support. By keeping your dollars local, filled with peace, happiness, and continued This year the Euclid Public Library com- and photographer, Gerald Mills. The dis- trons at various programs celebrated at you again to all our patrons who made this As a product of citizen journalism, The Euclid Ob- to the City. Each of them has contributed you are helping to improve our local econo- prosperity for the City of Euclid. pleted the installation of its latest study play based on this year’s, ‘Because of You, the library in 2017. Please take a moment exhibit possible. server is looking for people, ages 3 to 100, to get involved in the paper and the city. We are looking in a positive way to our community and my while supporting small, resident owned Mayor Kirsten Holzheimer Gail for volunteer writers, photographers,designers and illustrators to help with the production of the December Programs at Euclid impACT the 216 Winter Session paper. It does not matter if you are a professional or an amateur, our editorial staff will be glad to Friends of Euclid Creek receives Watershed Mini Grant help you through the process. Public Library Begins January 9 Conservancy’s Conservation Center. “Dominion Energy is proud to partner partnership between College Now Greater Register at our website Member Center where Friends of Euclid Creek received $2,000 with Western Reserve Land Conservancy Cleveland and like-minded community- you can submit stories, press releases, letters to for materials and supplies to expand the for this annual Watershed Mini Grants the editor and photos. Go to www.euclidobserver. based organizations across Northeast riparian buffer along the main branch of Program,” said Jim Eck, Dominion Energy com, click on Member Center, sign in, click on Ohio, including Euclid Public Library, Euclid Creek near the Community Chris- vice president, Ohio & West Virginia Dis- Submit Story, and start writing. No need to regis- which strives to prepare students for life ter to post online calendar or classified ads. tian Church. tribution Operations. “This year’s award- after high school. Each site provides three “Ohio’s watershed groups are critical to winning organizations have more than You can mail your stories to the Euclid Observer 8-week sessions during non-school hours protecting the health of our freshwater re- lived up to the high standards of creativity, office at 650 E. 185th St., Cleveland, 44119. that run from September to May with col- sources,” said Rich Cochran, president and commitment and enthusiasm, set by past Next deadline: Decembe 25, 2017 lege and career readiness enrichment trips CEO of the Land Conservancy. honorees. Recognizing such outstanding during the off months. www.euclidobserver.com 216.505.0185 A watershed is an area of land that grassroots effort is a key element of Do- The next session will run every day af- Email us at [email protected] drains all streams and rainfall to a com- minion Energy’s environmental and com- ter school from 2:40 – 5:40 PM (Monday mon waterbody. The quality of our water is munity service commitment. We congrat- PUBLISHER John Copic through Thursday) and from 2:00 – 5:00 affected by alterations to the land – mining, ulate all of the award winning watershed impACT the 216 Winter Session Begins Jan. 9 - ADVERTISING PM on Fridays, January 9, 2018 – March roadways, agriculture, urban development, organizations across Ohio.” register today! John Copic, 216.505.0185 3, 2018. There is no cost to participate, and Pictured from left to right: Jim Eck (Dominion deforestation and the everyday activities of Dominion Energy and Western Re- WEBMASTERS Dan Ott, Jim O’Bryan Energy Vice President, Ohio & West Virginia by Ashley Gowens students will receive math and reading Distribution Operations), Clair Posius and Ken the people within the watershed. Healthy serve Land Conservancy launched the by Ashley Gowens Did you know that higher ACT scores ACT Test Prep, a $100 stipend upon com- The Euclid Observer is powered by: AGS Messinger-Rapport (Friends of Euclid Creek), watersheds benefit people, animals and Watershed Mini Grant Program in 2015 Craft Club: Peace Window Monday Morning Movie: Florence Foster Kenyette Adriane-Robinson (Community Christian mean more scholarship money? Students pletion of 30 days of participation, an op- plants. to serve organizations working to protect Monday, December 11 7:00 PM / Erie & Jenkins Church), and Betsy Juliano (Western Reserve Land looking to gain experience and practice portunity to increase their ACT score, bus Conservancy Board of Trustees Chair). Cochran added, “We are extremely and improve land around rivers, lakes and Babbitt Rooms Monday, December 18 10:15 AM / Shore that will help increase their ACT scores tickets, and field trips. To register online, grateful to partner with Dominion Energy streams throughout Ohio. Since the pro- Marc Chagall’s colorful stained glass win- Room by Emily Bacha should register to participate in impACT visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/impac- again this year to support the important gram’s inception, more than $105,000 has dows are full of dream-like images symbol- Today’s film is a hilarious comedy about a On Oct. 26, Dominion Energy and the the 216 at the library. impACT the 216 is a twinter18. and innovative work of watershed groups been awarded to 30 different watershed izing peace, love, tolerance, and faith. Us- wealthy New York heiress (Meryl Streep) nonprofit Western Reserve Land Conser- across the state, from more traditional groups across the state. ing peace as a theme, create a transparent who attempts to become an opera singer vancy awarded $35,000 in grant funding planting projects along streambanks to painting with Chagall-like imagery and despite her horrible singing voice. Hugh to nineteen Ohio watershed groups. The unique education programs in schools and colors. Grant and Rebecca Ferguson co-star in Support the EPL Foundation this awards ceremony took place at the Land communities.” this biopic based on a true story. (111 min; Star Wars: The Last Jedi Movie Release PG-13) Holiday Season through AmazonSmile Party AmazonSmile are eligible for donations. Top 5 Reasons to Sell Your Company’s Thursday, December 14 7:00 PM / Shore Holiday Happenings! You will see qualified products marked “El- Room Thursday, December 21 2:00 PM / Lake igible for AmazonSmile donation” on their Surplus Assets to a Reseller Is the force strong with you? Join us as we Room product detail pages. On your first visit to Vince’s Barber Shop celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Last Ready for some holiday fun? Join us for an AmazonSmile, you must select the “Euclid Monday - Friday Men - Boys - Senior Citizens by Gina Tabasso inspect equipment and supplies that are Jedi. We’ll enjoy fun and games related to afternoon of Christmas themed games and Public Library Foundation” before you be- • Get paid above scrap prices for your obso- for and can also work with a seller elec- the Star Wars universe. Dress up in cos- surprises. Registration begins December 7. 8:00am to 5:30pm Flattops, Fades, and Styles gin shopping. Amazon will remember your lete equipment and supplies. tronically. HGR also has a Call Center that tume as your favorite character, and you’ll Space is limited. (Grades 2 – 6) selection, and then every eligible purchase Saturday Regular Haircuts $ 9.00 • Save time by not having to advertise for makes more than 150 cold calls per day to get a special prize! Registration begins No- you make will result in a donation. Ama- 7:30am to 4:00pm 1st Time Customers $7.00 and work with multiple buyers. find qualified leads for its buyers. The buyer vember 30. Space is limited. (Grades 1 – 6) zonSmile will donate 0.5% of the purchase • Free space immediately puts together a bid. If accepted by the seller, price from your eligible purchases. • Help a smaller company that can’t afford HGR pays the customer the same day and by Ashley Gowens Don’t forget, you can also donate direct- 687 E.185th st. 216.481.5981 new equipment or that needs parts for re- ships the lot, usually within 10 days, to its The Euclid Public Library Foundation is ly to the Euclid Public Library Foundation pair. 500,000-square-foot Euclid, Ohio, show- Car Loans = Holiday Cash collaborating with AmazonSmile to help online at www.euclidlibraryfoundation. • Keep it out of the landfill, even if it’s not room for resale. raise funds for the library this holiday org. Thank you for your support! resold; it will be rendered, scrapped and If you have an item or items that you are Now through December 30, get a cash-back bonus season. A percentage of every purchase of 1% of your loan amount when you finance a recycled. looking to sell, you can locate a buyer for you make on smile.amazon.com will be NEW or USED vehicle with Eaton Family Credit Union.* your area on HGR’s buyer locator. donated back to EPL! To shop at Amazon- Here’s how it’s done: HGR buys more than 4,500 truckloads of Use the money for whatever you like: holiday gifts, travel or to pay off bills. Smile, go to smile.amazon.com from the HGR has buyers in the field who visit equipment each year, and gets about 300- web browser on your computer or mobile manufacturing facilities and offices to 400 new items in its showroom per day. device. Tens of millions of products on You shop. Amazon gives. Call 216-920-2000 today (216) 392-1335 Fall Specials [email protected] for rates and details Class 1 Pavers & Remodelers on how to apply.  Residential Driveways  Roofing It’s Wise A+  Asphalt/Concrete/Masonry  Sealcoating * Subject to credit approval and based on Member’s credit quality. Rates and terms subject to change  Kitchen & Baths  Siding and Windows without notice. Offer expires December 30, 2017. Offer does not apply to Motorcycle, Boat & RV loans. To Advertise  Sit-In Tubs/Handicap Showers our specialty Ask for Gary or Mike Need money? 1481 War- (216)397-6349 Great Financing rensville Ctr. Road 216.5050.185

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Bike News HGR What Does a Company That Sells Industrial Surplus Have to do with Archaeology? use, allowing smaller or startup compa- nies to buy the equipment that they need affordably. That includes everything in its offices (chairs, desks, tables, anything in or on a desk, computers), maintenance department (cleaning supplies, light bulbs, gloves, bathroom/hygiene products) and on its production floor (storage bins, sol- vents, tools, machines, equipment, welding shields, fire extinguishers). Think about it as anything and every- thing that keeps a company running. HGR Industrial Surplus sends its buyers by Gina M. Tabasso into these customers’ facilities to bid on Well, what is archeology? According to the whatever they are selling. If they buy it, Society for American Archaeology, “Ar- HGR transports it to Euclid, Ohio, and cheology is the study of ancient and recent resells it to local customers in the Cleve- human past through material remains. land area and to international custom- Archaeology analyzes the physical remains ers through its website at hgrinc.com. of the past in pursuit of broad and compre- around in the remains from other busi- worked in a factory. Those who do know Whatever that manufacturer made may hensive understanding of human culture. nesses, offices and manufacturers look- the rigor that goes into making a quality, also be for sale if they had unsold lots of Artifacts are objects made or used by peo- ing for that prize, that find, that deal. The precision product from the concept to de- their product (wine glasses, rugs, safety ple that are analyzed by archaeologists to building is full of clues about the past. sign to materials to manufacture to distri- glasses, leather). That’s why you can find obtain information about the peoples who When I walk the aisles I think about bution to sales to use by the consumer. It’s anything and everything at HGR Indus- ing of spinning down the road, and all you Anywhere around the neighborhood. I’m make and used them.” what these machines made, who ran them, a huge pipeline on which our economy and trial Surplus. Aisle 1 is a favorite of many could hear is the whir of the chain and your more of a street rider than park rider. My HGR is full of artifacts! Do you like to and, even, who designed and made the culture hinge. customers when they go “digging.”Gina M. Heartbeat in the early AM Hours. I just rides are recreational and for exercise, I’m dig around at thrift stores, flea markets, machines. It’s a huge part of our culture. When a company upgrades equipment, Tabasso, marketing communications spe- turned 58 so it is a bit different. not a spring chicken and riding is better on estate sales? Do you have a love for build- Everything is manufactured. Everything changes a process or, even, goes out of busi- cialist, HGR Industrial Surplus, www. my legs than running or walking. ing, fixing, making, history, machinery, you use, wear, drive in, live in. These are ness, it has material assets that it needs to hgrinc.com What unique way do you support and enjoy manufacturing, bygone days? Our custom- all products made somewhere by someone. sell in order to recoup some of its assets bicycling? If you have a roadside emergency or need to ers are archeologists. They come to HGR’s We can’t even begin to imagine how or and reinvest them. Selling surplus also Now, for the last 4 seasons have gotten into repair something, how do you handle it? For 500,000-square-foot showroom and dig the process that goes into it if we’ve never keeps these items out of a landfill and in collecting, trading, buying and selling of example, are you able to fix a flat? OLD Vintage bicycles. 1979 and older. I I always have my cell phone lol! But I do knew i was truly hooked and couldn’t stop carry tools and supplies if I need to fix a flat so i rented a storage box for 2 years. That or my chain comes off. I believe all riders Q&A with Claudia Young, Co-owner of Pizzeria Citizen Pie got to expensive for 100 plus bikes to just should have a bike bag for such emergen- borhood. It is filled with so many great How does V stay so thin eating all that sit there and no one able to enjoy them. So i cies. people. pizza? dropped the box. Got into selling and resto- What made you decide to go in together I’m not sure, but I hate him for it. Big time. ration of ANY old bikes. Balloon Cruisers Do you ride year round? How do you dress and open a pizzeria? (The man rarely stops moving.) to BMX to Classic Muscle ( 20 inch Banana for the weather? Do you wear any special We have been close friends of V, and he Why is the shop called “Citizen Pie?” I seat & Chopper bars).....Now i am down to clothing? wanted out of the restaurant business since know V grew up under Soviet occupation. only 58 inside my Condo I ride three seasons out of the year and pizza was his 10-year hobby, and we just The name came to me, and I just really liked Lately i enjoy finding OLD frames and my bike is put up in the winter. I attempt by Kath Sonnhalter portation, recreation, or both? Describe the thought it sounded like a great idea to open it. The name Citizen Pie is really not about building a Creative fun looking bike.Using to dress for the conditions but there have Bike Cleveland and your local chapter Bike experience. a shop. Again, Alan Glazen was very instru- V’s life in Lithuania. Mag rims and Springer Forks to Multi- been many times the rain has caught me Euclid has had a busy year. Shout out and mental in coming up with the idea to do the What do you do when you are not making Spoked wheels (more than 64 spokes). Low on a ride. Since my riding is recreational I thank you to everyone who volunteered I enjoy riding through new neighborhoods. pizzeria. It just made sense. We all said “yes” pizza? Riders, BMX Muscle and Rat-Rod (a mix of haven’t heavily invested in bike wear. in 2017! In our ever growing collaborative I get a KICK out of the passersby when they and never looked back. V is a busy man with two active kids and a BMX, low-rider, muscle). relationships with community groups and see me riding an older bike from the 60’s Of all the toppings that you can put on a big yard, but he loves to cook. It’s his true Do you ride your bike to work or school? De- organizations, we look forward to doing or 70’s. I ride for both transportation and pizza, how was the menu decided? passion. He is also a big Cavs fan! What one cycling experience stands out scribe the experience. even more in 2018. Bike Euclid is a chapter fitness. Especially if it is within 5 miles it That’s all V. He tends to get his best inspira- Any plans to franchise or open additional most in your memory. Unfortunately I can’t ride to work. of Bike Cleveland. This close working rela- is easier, cheaper and faster than getting in tion in the shower. But, really, V has a bril- locations? Favorite cycling experience? 1987 when I tionship benefits residents of both commu- your car and wasting gas and polluting the by Gina Tabasso Why was Collinwood selected as your loca- liant mind when it comes to food. He is an Yes. We are opening this summer on W. Qualified for the 1988 RAAM. Race Across What one cycling experience stands out nities as well as bicyclists throughout the economy. Who are the owners of Citizen Pie? tion? amazing talent. 25th St. We’re under construction right now. AMerica...and riding OVER 400 miles in a most in your memory? region. Join us! Go to www.bikecleveland. Vytauras Sasnauskas, Claudia Young and Paulius grew up in Collinwood. Alan Gla- I hear that your pizza sells out fast. When’s Where do you buy most of your ingredi- 24 hr period twice. Riding with my then 4 year old son and him org and www.bikeEuclid.org to learn how If you have a roadside emergency or need to Paulius Nasvytis zen of GlazenUrban, a private community the best time to come by? ents? wishing we could ride with other families. to become a member and get involved. In repair something, how do you handle it? For What did you each do before forming Citi- development corporation, brought us to the No slices are available. We sell 12-inch pies Every ingredient we use is seriously consid- If you could change or improve one thing That inspired me to create All Geared Up your Bike Cleveland membership applica- example, are you able to fix a flat? zen Pie? location, and we liked it. Collinwood, and only. We rarely run out of dough, but it has ered. You just have no idea… so, our sources about your cycling experience, what would – A Family Bike Event, which is in its third tion, check that you also want to be a mem- Emergency? I carry everything in a back- Vytauras (aka V) was the owner and chef at Waterloo specifically seemed like a perfect happened about a dozen times in 18 months. are pretty spread out. it be? year as a community bike festival. ber of Bike Euclid. In doing so half of your pack I wear, from bike tools, to change a Americano in Bratenahl Place. Claudia was spot for our first location. We could start Do you have specials? Where is the next place you want to travel? Change one thing? To have finished that membership dollars will be spent directly flat or bike repair of any type water, food in the music business in Nashville. Paulius small and grow with the community. We We always have one rotating special – about Back to Italy 1988 Cross country race. I had hopes of If you could change or improve one thing on outreach and programming within the and change of clothing when I commute to owns The Velvet Tango Room. have grown to love and respect our neigh- one per month. City of Euclid. work, etc. returning next year but I tore up my knee about your cycling experience, what would We send out a special thank you to all that fall playing SEMI-PRO football which it be? of our 2017 Bicyclists of the Month, both Do you ride year round? How do you dress required ACL Reconstruction surgery. I like how my cycling experience has pro- Euclid and Collinwood residents, for tak- for the weather? Do you wear any special gressed. I wouldn’t change a thing. ing the time to share with us their personal clothing? Why do you ride? For the pure feeling of stories and for helping us better understand No. I have always been a March through freedom. I am so at peace. All of the daily Why do you ride? why safe streets matter. November kind of rider. I used to train and stress of life go’s away for that period of It’s great exercise and it’s therapeutic. A Fresh Cut Landscaping To wrap up this fabulous year, we rec- race pretty hard in my 20’s. So those were time. good ride can clear my head of all the is- ognize both Darren W. Carter and Duane my off months. I used to go full gear mode. sues of the day and give me that release of Leaf December Bicyclist of the Month, Darren * Cutting * Edging * Weeding * Blowing * Snow Mierzejewski as December Bicyclist of the Lycra shorts, gloves etc., for comfort and ef- pressure and stress. It’s a freedom of sorts. Clean up Month. These two individuals represent ficiency. But now my rides are 5-20 miles so W. Carter, Euclid resident and founder of * Mulching * Fertilizing * Reseeding * Plowing some of the variety of ways we can all make it is just shorts, t-shirts and tennis shoes... All Geared Up, which he plans to bring to If you would like to be considered for Bicy- a difference. AND a helmet of course. Euclid in 2018. To learn more go to http:// clist of the Month, submit a photograph of * Bed Cultivation * Tree and Shrub Care * allgearedup.info/ yourself on your bike and your responses to December Bicyclist of the Month, Duane Do you ride your bike to work or school? De- [email protected]. * Light Hauling * Top Soil * Sod Lawn * Mierzejewski, Euclid resident. scribe the experience. Where do you enjoy riding? Is it for trans- I used to commute to work, in my 20’s, 30’s portation, recreation, or both? Describe the Where do you enjoy riding? Is it for trans- and 40’s thru the age of 55. Loved the feel- experience. For Info Call Greg 216.376.8485 The OBSERVER is looking for a Reporter/Intern Senior Citizen Discounts This is an UNPAID position. Please email your resume to Euclid [email protected]

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Arts Euclid Art’s November Meeting Featured Augusto Bordelois - Structure in Portraits

August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” on Shore Stage Without Tri-C®,

I wouldn’t by Susan Herrle at”....a little Cuban humor! We all chuck- Augusto started with the mouth. ”The gusto suggested drawing hair in layers, Our November meeting featured award led and basically agreed with him. He was mouth finishes in the middle of the eye.” starting with the underneath layer. Lastly, be where winning international artist, Augusto classically trained to see a person’s face in Where the center of the lips crossed the using his eraser, he removed all the un- Bordelois, demonstrating Structure in proportion....to see shapes. He said “learn midpoint, he drew four circles and then wanted lines. “The face took a shower and I am today. Portraits. Augusto was born in Havana, to draw simple shapes....circle, oval, square, connected the upper and lower lips. He it’s clean”, he quipped. Using his charcoal pointed out to us that the upper lip is al- stick, he added soft shading on the women’s August Wilson, author of The Piano Lesson Cuba and graduated from the University of triangle, rectangle, trapezoid, ellipse, par- Havana with a major in English Language allelograms....as everything divides into ways darker than the lower lip, as the light face. He added a bit of highlights using by Jim Spittle finest actors and includes local television and and Literature. He also studied sculpture, shapes.” comes from above. white charcoal. “Charcoal is fun as long as The Theatre Program at Shore Cultural Centre radio personality, Kim Williams. ceramics, costume design for theatre and Augusto started by drawing a straight The eyes came next. He said “the dis- you like to be messy.” Then, by just adding will continue its presentation of August Wil- Terrence Spivey, Artistic Associate of the cinema, classical drawing and painting. line right down the middle of the brown tance between one eye and one eye is one a few different kinds of shadows, he aged son’s American Century Cycle with a readers Theatre Program at Shore and former Artistic He came to the United Sates in the fall of paper on the easel in front of him. The eye.” He suggested that you measure ev- the portrait by a good 10+ years! theatre production of The Piano Lesson, the Director at Karamu Playhouse, will be direct- 1999 at the invitation of Cleveland State line represented the top of the head to the erything in the portrait in “eyes”, versus In conclusion, Augusto gave this fourth play in Wilson’s highly acclaimed work, ing The Piano Lesson. Spivey has directed University. He fell in love with his host, got bottom of the chin. Using his favorite mea- inches or centimeters. He marked more advice....”If you can’t describe it, you can’t Monday, December 11 at 7:00pm in Shore Au- many Cleveland area productions of Wilson’s married and stayed in Cleveland. surement tool, the proportional divider, lines....parallel lines above and below the paint or draw it.” “This is what you must ditorium. The first three plays of the cycle were plays such as Fences, Joe Turner’s Come and Augusto demonstrated how to draw a Augusto divided the line in half, marking center line. After placing angled lines, rep- learn by heart....” Check out his website: presented by Shore in September, October and Gone, Radio Golf, and the autobiographical perfect portrait, where all the features, the midpoint for the eyes. He divided the resenting the center of each eye, and add- www.augustofineart.com. Valencia Collins enrolled at Tri-C to earn a nursing November. How I Learned What I Learned at Shore Cul- eyes, nose, mouth, ears, are proportional. line in half again representing the bottom ing an oval shape, the eyes appeared on the There were 42 people in attendance, in- degree, and today she has a job doing what she loves. Wilson’s American Century Cycle is a series tural Centre. “It is our goal at Shore to present Unlike, as an example, Angelina Jolie, of the nose, and again in half, for the place- paper. cluding 4 guests. “The Falling Leaves of of ten plays illuminating the joys and struggles many of the plays in Wilson’s American Cen- whom he said “may be beautiful but not ment of the bottom of the lower lip. Now he The nose was next. Drawing a trapezoid Autumn” was the theme for the evenings of the African-American experience in the tury Cycle. A readers series presentation of his proportional and disgusting for me to look said “you can start anywhere.” shape between the eyebrows, a parallelo- refreshments, served to us thanks to Sue United States during the 20th century—de- cycle has never been done in Northeast Ohio gram and another smaller trapezoid, a few and Ray Lokar and Mary Ann Gambitta. When Valencia came to Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C), her life changed. cade by decade. Considered to be Wilson’s and only a few done in this country since Wil- oval shapes and voila a nose! We enjoyed lots of delicious treats....mac She capitalized on the financial, professional and personal support the College greatest contribution to American theatre, all son’s death. The backing and encouragement Before placing the ears, Augusto fin- & cheese puffs, Ray’s homemade chocolate offered, and Tri-C became the foundation of the professional she is today. Are but one of the plays is set in the Hill District of the Wilson estate makes this an important Shore presents Show Biz Workshop ished connecting the jaw line. He pointed cookies, pumpkin bread, pumpernickel pi- you ready to start your new career? of Pittsburgh. The Cycle includes such well theatrical event, particularly in Cleveland. “ by Jim Spittle vision; from the do’s and don’ts of working out that the mandible is different between mento sandwiches, hard salami and olives, known plays as Fences (recently a movie star- General Admission tickets for The Piano Shore Cultural Centre will offer performing with agents and casting directors to joining women and men. A woman’s jawbone veggies with two dips, including home- ring Denzel Washington), The Piano Lesson Lesson are $12 and available on line at www. artists the opportunity to enhance their pro- Actors Equity and Screen Actors Guild. The angles in and a man’s is wider. For demon- made Lawson’s French onion and much and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. shoreculturalcentre.com and at the Shore ad- fessional career development in a workshop workshop will offer practical and anecdotal stration purposes, he drew the left side fe- more. The Piano Lesson focuses on the conflict ministrative office, Room 143. Call 216-289- entitled “No Show Without BIZ”, Saturday, information for both the novice and experi- male and the right side male. For the ears, Our December 4th meeting is our annual between a sister and brother over whether to 8578 for more information. January 6 from 11:00am-12:30pm. Two of enced actor. he explained that ears come in angled to Holiday Christmas Party Pot Luck Dinner EASTERN CAMPUS tri-c.edu sell a piano that was acquired during slavery The Piano Lesson and the American Centu- Northeast Ohio’s leading actors. Peter Lawson The workshop will cost $25 and take place at the face and are wider on top and narrower and Chinese Auction Fundraiser, held at the 4250 Richmond Road through the sale of two of the family’s ances- ry Cycle are presented with the permission of Jones (Detroit 1-8-7, White Boy Rick) and Jef- Shore in Room 152. on the bottom. Adding a few elliptical and Henn Mansion. Members and their guests Highland Hills, OH 44122 216-987-6000 tors. The play highlights the conflict between the Wilson Estate and by special arrangement frey Grover (Take Shelter, Miles Ahead) will For information call 216-289-8578 or visit oval shapes, he made drawing ears look so are all invited. Cost is $5.00/person. More 17-1582 two ways of coping with a painful past. with Samuel L. French, Inc. share, through personal experiences, the tricks www.shoreculturalcentre.com simple. information will be in our December News- The cast is made up of some of Cleveland’s and trades of working in theatre, film and tele- Now the last steps....adding hair. Au- letter and on our website, EuclidArt.com.

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EUCLID CITY SERVICES Voting Results Animal Control 289-2057 Euclid President of Council Tis the Season to take the time to Briardale Golf Course 289-8574 Votes Percent Total 7,450 be kind C. E. Orr Ice Arena 289-8649 Alisa Boles by Laura Gorshe wrapped up in the season and all of the joy 3,441 Euclid City Hall 289-2700 Well here we are again, wrapped up in the that it brings, I am going to take the time to 46.2% hustle and bustle of the Holiday season. be kind to say hello and to smile at strang- 797-2901 Euclid City Black, Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cy- ers and to simply just be kind. Schools Charlene Mancuso ber Monday and some new shopping days I Keep in mind that the season with all 4,009 Euclid Court 289-2888 have just heard of Green Monday and Free its joy and celebration, for some it is a 53.8% Shipping Wednesday among others…. painful time perhaps of being alone or of Euclid Creek Resv 440-473-3370 Being in the world of customer service, I having recently lost a loved one, painful Euclid Council Ward 2 Euclid Family Y 731-7454 have noticed that people are on edge a bit. memories that come flooding back with From our friends at Cuyahoga County Safe Communities. Votes Percent Total #buzzeddriving #designateddriver I noticed this shift just a few weeks ago. It’s yuletide greetings. You never know what Euclid Police 731-1234 904 Non-Emergency like the on switch has been flipped. I am path someone is walking, although from sure it is for many reasons, but stress and the outside it all looks fine. A smile, a kind Block Watch 289-8449 Brian T. Moore 656 pressure have definitely come to town. word or a simple hello can really make a Euclid Library 261-5300 This is the time of year that we rush. difference in one’s day. Coffee with a Cop 72.6% Euclid Neighborhood 289-8268 Ready, Set, Go! We rush to the grocery Might I also suggest that while the sea- Engagement Our next Coffee With A Cop will take place Richard Tolton store we rush to buy presents. We comb son is taking off, take time. Take time for 248 through the sales flyers trying to get that a deep breath, take time to take a walk at Dave’s Supermarket, 22501 Shore Center Henn Mansion 731-5060 Dr., Euclid, on Wednesday, December 13th, 27.4% great deal on electronics or to score that through our wonderful parks, take time to 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Stop by for coffee, Housing Dep’t. 289-8127 impressive new car or the most sought after finally have lunch or coffee with that friend Housing and Euclid Council Ward 4 Christmas toy that is hard to get, never in that you have promised each other to do so. donuts and an opportunity to speak to of- Property Conditions Votes Percent Total ficers about safety concerns you may have stock, and we’ll pay a couple of extra bucks Take time to stop and chat with a neighbor, 785 in your neighborhood. Lakefront Sr. 289-2985 from a person that has it or buy it on eBay reconnect with people. Enjoy family, yes Community Ctr. and the list goes on and on. You know what family even that one relative that, well you Kristian Jarosz 289-8114 I am talking about! know…. Recreation Dep’t. 785 Youth, Adult and Family Pgms Although I will also be decking the Enjoy the season; enjoy all it has to of- 100.0% halls, baking and wrapping gifts and get- fer and being kind to others will bring an Service Dep’t. 289-2701 ting ready for company to come. I am also internal glow that will last way beyond the Street Conditions Euclid Council Ward 6 going to be mindful of others, while all season. I guarantee it. Votes Percent Total Sim's Park 289-2700 1,213 Shore Cultural Ctr. 289-8578 Lee F. Bock 391-HELP Domestic Violence 64

B-Platoon responded to Meredith Ave. for a detached garage on fire. While the fire was quickly controlled, the Ward 1 Council 240-0901 5.3% cause was a portable heater placed too close to combustibles. As the weather turns cold, please use extreme Stephana Caviness caution with space heaters. Be sure to leave at least 3’ of space away from anything combustible. Also, never use an oven to heat your home, and make sure to have your heating system serviced by a professional. Stay Patrick Delaney warm, but do so safely. Ward 2 Council 486-9582 447 Madeline Scarniench 36.9% Ward 3 Council 609-4609 Taneika Hill John M. Wojtila 702 Exploring the Status of Euclid’s Empty Properties Ward 4 Council 401-9413 Kris Jarosz 57.9%

Ward 5 Council 731-5952 Euclid Council Ward 8 Charlene Mancuso Votes Percent Total

Ward 6 Council 289-1652 Still Not Sure783 who to Call? Patrick Delaney

CallingLaura Tips: J. Gorshe Ward 7 Council 731-2345 491 Daryl Langman 62.7% The Euclid City Hall Ward 8 Council 744-8988 Laura Gorshe receptionistAngela K.is Steelevery The Euclid Police Department in conjunction with Cuyahoga County Safe Communities offered area food & knowledgeable292 about each Council President 731-4496 drinking establishments safe ride posters, coasters, table tents as well as Ace Taxi, LYFT and UBER vouchers department37.3% in the City. to display and handout during the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend. Thank you to the following businesses who John Monroe participated...Paddy’s Pour House, Panini’s Bar & Grill, Old World Tavern, Cebars Tavern, Kristy’s Restaurant, Paragon Wine Bar, Paradise Lounge and Skinnys Bar & Grill.

President of the United States Governor of Ohio Sitting on the north side of Lakeshore Blvd. the four properties have sat under utilized for many years. Future A map of the area showing the property sandwiched between the Harbor Crest and Normandy apartments. Comment Line 202.456.1111 John R. Kasich (614) 466-3555 plans call for public access to compliment the lakefront development initiative. Switchboard 202-456-1414 Riffe Center, 30th Floor 77 South High Street by Kurt Steigerwald Lakefront property at East 246th Street ing septic tank on one of the properties is There are several options being considered The White House Columbus, Oh 43215-6117 Over the course of several Mayoral admin- A collection of four individual lots north of slated for removal as well. A drive by this for the property, including a walking trail, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500 http://www.governor.ohio.gov/Contact/ContacttheGovernor.aspx istrations the City of Euclid has become the Lakeshore Blvd. has sat empty for a num- property today would find some older trees public restrooms or other amenities to owner of a number of properties formerly ber of years. One of the lots was given to and a generally empty and underutilized encourage use and provide residents with United States Senator State Representative Ohio House District 8 owned by various parties. While sitting the City of Euclid in 2001. The other lots plot of prime lakefront land. greater access to the lakefront. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) (202) 224-2315 Kent Smith (D) (614) 466-5441 idle and or in differing states of develop- were part of a political dispute that spilled However, this property has remained an Short term, the property may serve as a 713 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 77 South High Street 10th Floor Columbus, Ohio 43215 ment, each property represents an invest- over onto the front pages of the former important part of a hoped for and planned staging area for construction efforts related Contact www.brown.senate.gov/contact Contact http://www.ohiohouse.gov/kent-smith/contact ment by Euclid taxpayers. What is the Euclid Sun Journal during a Mayoral elec- vision for the development of Euclid’s lake- to the development of the path and beach- status of these properties and what role do tion. The property was eventually sold to front. While the plan has changed over front development. According to Allison United States Senator State Senator Ohio Senate District 25 they play in the long term development of Coastline Investments which is controlled time, in the past several years a clear vision Lukacsy-Love, Community Projects Man- Rob Portman (R-OH) (202) 224-3353 Kenny Yuko (D) (614) 466-4583 the City? by K&D Development, owners of Harbor of that lakefront development initiative has ager for the City of Euclid, the Administra- 448 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 1 Capitol Square Ground Floor Columbus, Ohio 43215 tion hopes to create a more parklike setting To better understand the future of these Crest Apartments that abuts the property taken shape in the form of the much pub- www.portman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/contact?p=contact-form Contact http://ohiosenate.gov/yuko/contact properties, over the course of the next to the west. The Normandy Apartment is licized lakefront trail way and park. With that serves as another place for lakefront several editions this space will examine located just to the east. Finally in 2010, construction set to begin in 2018, the trail visitors to enjoy access to Lake Erie. In ad- United States Congresswoman for the 11th District Cuyahoga County Council several properties and discuss their his- Euclid took control of the three remaining way will wind from Sims Park along the dition the City still hopes to support a new Marcia L. Fudge (D-OH) (202) 225-7032 Sunny Simon (216) 698-2035 tory and future potential as envisioned by parcels. The total spend on the 5.7 acres of lakefront ending at a new beachfront park marina at the location. 2344 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC 20515 2079 East 9th Street – 8th Floor Cleveland, Ohio 44115 the Holzheimer-Gail administration. The lakefront property: $470,000. connected to the four individual parcels In the next edition, this space will ex- Contact https://fudge.house.gov/email-me/ Email : [email protected] information presented in this article is Since taking control of the property, the owned by the City. plore the former St. Roberts Parish prop- taken from historical and public records City has needed to maintain it with regular While not completely detailed as of yet, erty. along with interviews from members of the grass cutting and some tree and stump re- the property will serve as a gateway to the Mayor’s administration. moval recently that cost $13,000. An exist- eastern end of the lakefront trail way park.

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Pre-K through 8th Grade Faith Academics Community

Aladdin Cast Delivers Magical Performance Class Dojo Winners Friday Clubs

This year’s OLL Parish production of Alad- parent volunteers, a skilled directing team din was a huge success, with XXX people and a talented cast of more than 50 youth enjoying three shows on stage at Shore Cul- came together and made theater magic. tural Centre. Under the guidance of Youth Congratulations – your production was a Minister Rita Testa, a dedicated crew of hit!

OLL Students Get Real-Life Lessons Buzzing excitement as students signed up for Friday clubs! in STEM Program Save the Date for OLL Open House Imagine Bella Annual Costume Parade

Enjoy your pumpkin! Thaa Class Dojo Winners nk you Ms. Johnson for carving the pumpkins for the pumpkin raffle! Thankful Thanksgiving

Each year, Our Lady of the Lake School fea- the Great Lakes Great Apple Crunch. Class- tures a STEM program, thanks to generous es visited the West Side Market, learned support from the Dominion Foundation. about local foods and created displays to This year our theme was Celebrating Green share knowledge on a range of STEM top- Space, and what a wonderful theme it was! ics. This all culminated in a showcase at Thanks to the leadership of 7th grade the end of STEM week, attended by family, teacher, Mrs. Jenny Millett, and 2nd grade friends, and parishioners. The students had Teachers had some friendly competition during their Thank you to all the donations in our canned food teacher, Miss Lauren Zbiegien, the students a wonderful time – and they had invaluable “Thanksgiving Throwdown”. Let the games begin! drive. Here was our graph displaying our progress Your Child as we “Stuffed the Turkey”. were able to participate in events and field opportunities to apply their learning in trips throughout the year, including a trip to real-life settings. STEM week at OLL School Deserves a Quality Education an aquaponics farm, visits from county rep- is a great example of how we take learning Find out if Catholic education is right for your family resentatives who taught about recycling and outside the classroom, with innovative cur- composting (and students even built their riculum and a creative teaching team. You may qualify for a scholarship! own compost bins!), and participation in • Technology in every classroom • STEM programs at all grade levels • Nationally recognized math curriculum • Full range of enrichment, including sports, arts and languages On October 31st, Imagine Bella held it’s students walked the hallways to pick up • Flexible full and half-day preschool options annual costume parade. It was made pos- treats as the music was blasting through sible through family donations of candy the hallways. Check out some of the photos Join Us for Christmas and helpers that passed out candy at dif- and thanks again for the awesome parent Our Lady of the Lake is a welcoming Catholic community. We would be ferent stations in the school building. Since volunteers and donations! glad to see you and your family this Christmas season. Come and see! Save the Date! it was chilly, the parade stayed indoors as Open House December 3, 10 and 17: Evening Prayer, 6:30pm January 28, 2018 December 7: Vigil Mass 5:00pm What cute Kindergarten turkeys! Call for information and to schedule a tour: December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception, 9:00am, 7:00pm (216) 481-6824 December 24: 9:00am, 4:00pm, 7:00pm, Midnight [email protected] December 25: 10:00am 175 E. 200th St December 30: 4:00pm www.ourladyofthelakeschooleuclid.org December 31: 8:00am, 10:00am, 12:00pm January 1: 10:00am

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY. CREDIBILITY. STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY. CREDIBILITY.

Euclid High School College Application/ Instance Acceptance Day Giving back and giving thanks throughout the holiday season Euclid High School held its fourth annual College Application/Instant Students completed and submitted applications during their morning periods Acceptance Day on November 16, as students combined to submit more than and then returned after lunch to learn their fate. 750 transcripts to area colleges and universities. “This event is one of my favorites because often, with the sheer number of Euclid students applied to Bowling Green State University, Central State applications we get in our office, I don’t get the chance to talk to students,” University, Cleveland State University, Cuyahoga County Community College, shared Youngstown State University Admissions Representative, Jacci Johnson. Eastern Michigan University, Hiram College, Lake Erie College, Shawnee “I really like how this event has evolved over the years, and the quality of the State University, University of Toledo, Ursuline College and Youngstown State students applying has risen as well. By far, this is the best one I participate in. University. Thank you for inviting Youngstown State to be a part of it.”

“We saw a 60 percent increase in participation this year,” said event organizer Congratulations to the Euclid High School Class of 2018 for earning 333 letters and Guidance Department Chair, Katie Gonakis. “Students had to pay of acceptance during this year’s College Acceptance Day! attention to different college deadlines and submit applications in advance of our application day.”

Euclid High School’s L.E.A.D. Scholars wanted to make a difference in Our Euclid this Thanksgiving, so they initiated a Turkey Day Food Drive at EHS. From Octo- ber 30 through November 17, Euclid High School students and staff were asked to bring in items into their homeroom classes.

Through the generosity of our EHS students and staff the L.E.A.D. Scholars were able to provide 22 Euclid families with a turkey, canned green beans, corn, yams, cranberry sauce, soup, stuffing, instant potatoes, macaroni & cheese, gravy mix, cake mix, and icing.

Saturday, December 16 10:00 – 11:30 am Euclid High School E-Room Photo: “The best college students come from Euclid Schools Class of 2018” Bring your camera to capture your child’s visit with Santa! t-shirts were donated by the EHS PTA! From Panther to Bearcat: Chandler Color Christmas pictures Write a letter to Santa Make a Christmas card and cut out snowflakes earns full track scholarship $3 per person (French toast, bacon and punch) Track and field stand-out and senior sprinter for the Lady Space is limited. To RSVP, tear off the bottom of this flyer and return to Panthers, Caisja Chandler boldly signed her national letter your child’s teacher by Tuesday, December 12th of intent as she committed to the University of Cincinnati on ______a full track scholarship on November 15. FAMILY NAME______# attending____ Caisja works hard both in the classroom and on the track. # attending X $3.00 = $______Total Most recently, her fourth place 200 Meter Dash at the 2017 *please make checks payable to Euclid City Schools. No refunds. In the Outdoor State Track Meet, and third place 200 Meter Dash event of inclement weather, Breakfast with Santa will be rescheduled for at the 2017 Indoor State Track Meet. We are excited to see Sunday, December 17th. what the future brings for this outstanding Lady Panther!

Photo: The Euclid High School Class of 2018 worked hard to earn college acceptance letters on November 16.

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Community Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School Bailey Toastmasters Hosts Open HELP Foundation Claims Another House February 8th at Euclid Public Success! Faith. Family. Future. by Stefanie Merkosky Library Tuesday, November 28, 2017 was #Giv- by Greg Fondran ingTuesday. This special day is designed to V be a global day of giving fueled by the pow- BaileyToastmasters invites residents to er of social media and collaboration. This an open house on year, our goal was to raise $5,000 to offset VASJ students collect items for homeless the purchase of two new handicap accessi- February 8th to meet by Madison Ledyard-King ’18 members, learn about ble vans for our consumers. These vehicles the new Toastmasters will be used to drive consumers to doctor appointments, school, work, community With the Christmas season Through December 14, VASJ Pathways Learning Ex- Bailey Toastmasters member Mike Wojciechowicz leads a recent Toastmasters approaching, VASJ’s Christian students, faculty and staff, and perience, and observe Meeting. integration activities and much more. Leadership class has decided to put the entire Viking community are the basic elements of a We are proud to announce we have Education. “This is where guests and mem- together care packages to donate to encouraged to participate. Toastmasters meeting. Toastmasters’ mis- reached our goal and we could not have bers are randomly selected to speak for The City Mission in Cleveland, Ohio. In addition to the personal care sion is to empower individuals to become done it without the help of our faithful sup- one to two minutes. It helps you think and The City Mission is a non-profit items listed below, monetary donations more effective communicators and leaders. porters! Because of you, we can transport speak clearly on your feet.” organization that provides shelter in any amount will also be accepted. The event will be held at the Euclid Public more consumers to the various daily ac- Bailey Toastmasters meets each Thurs- for the homeless. Knowing that the Donations can be brought to the Library, starting at 7 p.m. and finishing by tivities that keep them healthy, active and day at 7 p.m. at the Euclid Public Library, homeless don’t have easy and reliable school’s main office. 8:30 p.m. It is free to the public and refresh- engaged in the community. From the bot- 631 E. 222nd St. For more information access to certain items, the Christian The goal is to generate enough ments will be served. tom of our hearts, thank you for helping to about this event and the club, please visit Leadership students want to provide “Bailey Toastmasters provides a support- provide transportation and mobility for the items to make over 100 care packages www.3628.toastmastersclubs.org. them with the necessities they would ive and positive environment where mem- individuals in our care. to be donated to homeless people in Toastmasters International is a world- need for winter. bers have the opportunity to develop their Help Foundation, Inc. believes consum- Cleveland. Any support is appreciated. wide nonprofit educational organization The Christian Leadership students communication and leadership skills,” says ers have the right to choose services and Items being collected include: socks, that empowers individuals to become put together posters, formulated hats, gloves, toothbrushes, toothpaste, Jeanine Maschak, Vice President Member- opportunities as respected and valued more effective communicators and leaders. residential, day support, vocational and announcements, and created a slide chapstick, lotion, feminine products, ship. members of the community. We strive Headquartered in Rancho Santa Margarita, summer education programs. For more show, which was played at the school’s deodorant, brushes, combs, soap, After hearing about the Pathways pro- to empower individuals with intellectual Calif., the organization’s membership ex- information call (216) 432-4810. Thanksgiving Prayer Service, to wipes, water bottles, food, tissues, gram, members and guests will enjoy a and developmental disabilities through Students in VASJ’s Christian Leadership Class are undertaking a collection of personal ceeds 352,000 in more than 16,400 clubs promote the drive. regular Toastmasters meeting that will shampoo, conditioner, etc. care items during the month of December to donate to The City Mission of Cleveland. in 141 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters include prepared speeches, Table Topics™ International has helped people from di- (impromptu speeches) and evaluations. verse backgrounds become more confident Verbal Agreements “Table Topics are one of my favorite speakers, communicators and leaders. by J. Norman Stark the entire agreement of the parties has not parts of the meeting,” says Janice Sewell, Vance Marbury named VASJ’s new Director of Athletics For information about local Toastmasters Verbal agreements and oral representa- been reduced to writing. In such case, who has served in various club positions clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org. tions made during negotiations for an other terms that were agreed upon may be Vance Marbury has been named role at the Boys and Girls Club and Marbury will be replacing Nate and currently serves as the Vice President agreement, when later reduced to writ- heard by the Court, provided they do not the new Athletic Director at Villa other capacities, make him an ideal Zavorek ’94 who recently announced ing, are unenforceable! Under the law, contradict any of the written terms. An- Angela-St. Joseph High School. The candidate for the job. his family is moving out of state. when the agreement of the parties is later other exception exists when fraud is alleged announcement was made on November “During the interview, it was clear “We want to thank Nate for his Citizens Police Academy Graduates reduced to writing and verbal agreements by either party. Where verbal agreements 20 by VASJ Principal David Csank and Vance understood that in addition to dedication to VASJ and all he has done and/or representations are not contained in also disclose the existence of a mutual mis- President Bill Cervenik ’72. being the Athletic Director, he has a for not only Viking athletics, but the 33rd Class the original written agreement, such omit- take, these may be sufficient to deny a valid With a masters degree in Sports responsibility to serve as a role model entire Viking Village,” Csank says. by Alisa Boles ted terms are NOT ENFORCEABLE! The written contract. Management and experience working and to ensure that academic success “We wish him all the best as he begins Parol Evidence Rule, a rule of common law Prudent business practices require that in various athletic departments, remains a priority for all student- this next chapter in his life.” The Citizens Police Academy’s Alumni Association now has a 33rd batch of new in most jurisdictions, excludes representa- contracts in writing be signed only after Marbury is more than qualified. athletes,” Cervenik says. The search committee is confident tions made prior to the written contract, fully encompassing all of the terms dis- “The search process was very Marbury officially started in his they have found the ideal replacement members. Over the past few months, we heard presentations from various divisions and which terms were not included in the cussed and agreed upon. By addressing thorough and we examined dozens new position at VASJ on November to continue Nate’s great work at VASJ. written agreement. all of the potential future possibilities, or of qualified candidates,” Csank says. 27. “We are grateful to Nate for all he including: Patrol, Dispatch, Narcotics & Vice, K-9, Records, Community Policing, While other jurisdictions have con- “what ifs?”, one may eliminate claims that “Vance’s experiences running a variety “I’m excited to work at VASJ accomplished during his five years at strued the laws of Parole Evidence simi- frequently arise in personal and business of youth athletic programs, budgeting, because of the rich tradition the school VASJ and we are sad to see him go,” the Detective Bureau and SWAT. We tried our hand with the laser guns on traffic larly, as a basic principle of law and equity, transactions. Stated simply, in the words and fundraising made him stand out has,” Marbury says. “We want to be Cervenik says. “We are thankful to the Ohio Supreme Court has held: “The of one English humorist: “Oral agreements from all others.” one of the best athletic schools in the have found Vance who has the vision night and real guns the night they took us down to the station’s gun range. We even Parol Evidence Rule was developed centu- aren’t worth the paper they’re not written Marbury’s time spent mentoring state, so we will work hard towards needed to continue the strong tradition ries ago to protect the integrity of written on!” and coaching youth in his current that goal.” and history of Viking Athletics.” got to do ride alongs. Many great discus- sions were had on ways we can all work contracts.” When two parties have made “WHERE EXPERIENCE COUNTS, together better to make sure our justice a contract, and have expressed it in a writ- COUNT ON MY EXPERIENCE” system is as effective as humanly possible. ing to which they have both agreed as the J. NORMAN STARK, ATTORNEY* Save the date for VASJ’s Continue the Dream gala on Feb. 17 Thank you to the Euclid Police Department complete and accurate integration of that ARCHITECT EMERITUS (Ohio) A.I.A., for this enlightening experience and for contact, evidence of prior understandings N.C.A.R.B. VASJ will be holding a benefit Schroeder will serve as the live Performances by the men’s and advertisment and auction donation all you do to keep us safe every day. For and negotiations will not be admitted for 1109 Carnegie Avenue Cleveland, Ohio gala in 2018, but this year with a few auctioneer. women’s choirs will be a highlight of information can be found on information about upcoming sessions, call the purpose of varying or contradicting the 44115 Trying our hand with the laser guns on traffic night. writing. (216) 531-5310 x7100 Cel: (216) 310-7100 exciting changes. As always, there will be a strong the event. the event web page at vasj.com/ 216-289-8464 or visit http://euclidpd.org/ Pictured: Amanda Ploenzke & Alisa Boles. Photo The February 17 event will take presence of VASJ students so guests Sponsorships and advertisement continuethedream. citizens-police-academy/ to apply online. Credit: Kelsey Kalish A written agreement is conclusively pre- Email: [email protected] place at La Malfa Center in Mentor can hear directly the positive impact spots can be secured at any time and Registration will officially open sumed to represent the entire agreement *Author: The Construction Claims Investi- with a Mardi Gras theme. our school has on the lives of our auction item donations are being on Friday, January 5. We hope you are of the parties. One exception exists where gation Worklist® Retired Fox 8 sportscaster Mark students. accepted now. Full sponsorship, able to join us.

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Community Community Rishis Institute of Metaphysics Confessions of a Community Liaison Let’s Sit for Kids Local Hero Serves in National by Jessica Orlic have built their careers and raised their awarded a $500 grant Euclid is my hometown, I have represented children. This is the city they know, if you Service Program the 44117 zip code since the early of age want to research the history of our city, you service projects in November throughout of 4. It’s where I met life long best friend, can Google it- but if you want the untold the Pacific region and areas affected by started Roosevelt elementary, maintained secrets, you ask a lifelong resident. recent hurricanes. Some of these projects my Panther Pride and graduated with the My career as a Community Liaison is include supporting wildfire response and class of 1999. I threw my lucky pennies centered around developing and promot- recovery in California and Washington, in the Euclid Square Mall water fountain, ing two of the skilled nursing and assisted renovating transitional housing for home- shopped at the Merry Go Round and living centers in Euclid, Gateway Retire- less youth in Wyoming, and assisting learned how to skate at the Rollerdrome. ment Community and BraeView Care and with hurricane recovery in Texas, Florida, I sat on the sidewalks of Babbitt Road and Rehabilitation. When concerns arise of Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, among watched my first and only soap box derby. whether “aging in place” or into a senior fa- a variety of other projects. My first adult beverage was at Tradewinds cility is a topic that runs its path with loved There are four additional NCCC cam- and I was there till the wheels fell off at Bro- ones, I would like to keep the sense of ease puses located in Denver, Colo., Baltimore, gan’s Irish Pub. Euclid holds the memoirs and remembrance that there is no place like Md., Vinton, Iowa, and Vicksburg, Miss., my first kiss, my first job and introduced home, and home has always been Euclid. each of which is a hub for its respective area me to my husband. This city has been good I antipate engaging with all levels of of the country. to me. However, there is an end to every- the community, so although you may you Before joining the NCCC, Chambers thing, good things as well. catch me at our independent living facil- graduated from Hawken Upper School in In 2010, I moved away from the familiar ity, Gateway Manor for “Game Show Day” Gates Mills in June 2017. Chambers said, Sherrie Zagorc’s “Sit - Please and Thank You” Chair and Carole Mozeleski’s “Giraffe” Chair for Kiddie City’s “ I streets of Euclid. My husband and I bought or assisting with Blood Pressure Checks Sit for Kids” Chair a T Auction. “I decided to do a term of national service a home in Lake County and we started our at BraeView or even at The Euclid Senior through NCCC, because I wanted to make The Rishis Institute of Metaphysics awarded a $500 grant to David Smeltz. Exec. Dir. Of. Non-profit organiza- by Sherrie Zagorc Kiddie City Chair a T Auction on the “Bid- family. Our times in Euclid were far and in be- Center calling out BINGO, I can also be an impact in the world before college.” tion called Clean House, Inc. A newly established recovery residence for men. Smeltz authored a book entitled We’ve been asked to stand for a variety of ding for Good” website beginning in Janu- Clean...from Reggae to Recovery. He performs musical venues for fundraising events to prosper Clean tween, visting family and commutes to work. found mingling and volunteering at The Devlin is the son of Louise A. Foresman causes in the past several years. In 2018 I ary. I’m gathering “lonely” wooden chairs, House,Inc. Nevertheless, nearly eight years later I have Euclid Holiday Celebration, and when old and Dan M. Chambers of Sunnycliff Drive propose that we SIT for our children. Adult painting them black, and asking commu- Devlin Chambers prepares to fly to Sacramento, CA returned with preparation of giving back what man winter has come and gone you will see in Euclid. lives are so busy – running from place to nity members to contribute their flair and as part of Americorps National Service Corp. Euclid has given to me, fond memories. me with shovel in hand, covered in dirt as I AmeriCorps NCCC members, all 18 to place – that sitting down with the children creativity to decorate the chairs that will Protect Yourself During Data My goal in giving back to the city is to will be supporting the mission of Keeping by Louise Foresman 24 years old, complete at least 1,700 hours in our lives has literally taken a back seat to be auctioned. We will auction one chair provide our Euclid senior residents a level Euclid Beautiful by adopting a few loca- SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Devlinbleu of service during the 10-month program. our daily schedules. Consider sitting with a month with the highest bidder receiving Breach Season of comfort by remaining in the neighbor- tions throughout Euclid that need a bit of Chambers, 18, of Euclid recently began a In exchange for their service, they receive children – face to face – in close proxim- their chair to be placed in the kitchen, fam- hoods they have helped build. Our Euclid TLC. 10-month term of service in the National $5,815 to help pay for college. Other ben- by Dave Godek count number is held safe in a secure token ity – to eat a meal, play a game, help with ily room or wherever a reminder is needed seniors have spent a great deal of time and Thank you Euclid, for creating memories Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), an efits include a small living stipend, room With the holiday shopping season upon us, vault to prevent unauthorized transactions homework and talk about the day. Imagine for adults to SIT with the children in the dedication making Euclid a superior com- I share and giving me the opportunity to AmeriCorps program. Chambers, based and board, leadership development, team the spike in debit and credit card usage of- from being processed in the future. how this simple, inexpensive habit of sit- household. A t-shirt with the “I Sit for munity. Euclid is their home, the place they give just a little something back. out of the regional campus in Sacramento, building skills, and the knowledge that, fers a significant opportunity for consum- “We also offer My Mobile Money, a free ting down with a child could improve our Kids” reminder will be given to the artist is currently serving on his first project. He through active citizenship, they can indeed ers to fall victim to merchant data breaches. app, to Credit Union Members so they can valuable adult/child relationships! Moms and the buyer. Kiddie City will receive the arrived in Sacramento in mid-October to make a difference. AmeriCorps NCCC is More than 1,100 data security breaches control and monitor their MasterCard and dads, grandparents, friends and men- proceeds from the sale to create and main- A Guide to Grieving During the Holidays begin training. This training emphasized administered by the Corporation for Na- have occurred so far this year exposing Debit Cards anywhere, anytime using their tors – this act can work wonders. By sitting tain the Parenting Center. by By Diane Snyder Cowan, MA, MT-BC, • Talk about your deceased loved one. Say teamwork, leadership development, com- tional and Community Service. more than 171 million data records, said mobile phone,” said Losneck. down and concentrating on the child be- If you would like to join me in “Sitting CHPCA - Director, Western Reserve Grief his or her name out loud. Find ways to munication, safety, and project prepara- Founded in 1994, AmeriCorps NCCC Eaton Family Credit Union CEO Mike Using My Mobile Money, Members can fore you, you are validating that child and with Kids” here are some ways that you Services Hospice of the Western Reserve honor or include him or her at holidays and tion. is a residential national service program Losneck, citing a recent report by the Iden- control card activity, set spend limits and mentoring behaviors that will go a long way can help. Do you have a wooden chair that Many people think about making resolu- special occasions. Create a remembrance As a Corps Member, Chambers will be that supports disaster relief, the environ- tity Theft Resource Center. However, most limit card-not-present transactions. Trans- to teach important life skills that can last a you donate for use in the auction or would tions in the New Year. Lose weight, eat bet- project such as a scrapbook, photo album responsible for completing a series of six- ment, infrastructure improvement, en- consumers have probably only heard about actions can be denied before they take lifetime. you like to paint a chair to be auctioned ter, exercise more and spend less are com- or a collection of recipes or letters. to 12-week-long service projects as part ergy conservation, and urban and rural a few of them. place and the app can be used to turn on At Kiddie City Child Care Community, off? Email me at [email protected] mon examples of resolutions long forgotten Give yourself permission to change. Life of a 10- to 12-person team. His first ser- development. Over the past 23 years, over “A data breach occurs when any unau- and off the card to prevent unauthorized we are working to create a Parents’ Center or call me at 216-798-7089. Do you need by the first of February. For those grieving is different now. Consider what you have vice projects will end in mid-December, 1 million Americans have served the na- thorized party accesses a merchant’s net- purchases. dedicated to the teaching and promoting a beautiful wooden chair to remind you to a death, resolutions may be the farthest lost, what you have left and what you are at which time the teams will break for the tion through the family of AmeriCorps work and steals cardholder data,” explains Despite best efforts to prevent it, mer- of good parenting practices in our center sit with the children you love? Check out thing from the mind. But perhaps your going to do now. What is becoming of the winter holidays and begin a new project in programs. Currently, about 80,000 people Losneck. “As cybersecurity threats con- chant data breaches will occur. Losneck families and in our community. To intro- the Kiddie City Chair a T Auction site and resolution might be mindfully adjusting to person you used to be and who are you a new location in January. Devlin’s first as- serve in AmeriCorps programs nationwide tinue to evolve in both sophistication and recommends the following if you believe duce this initiative, I am asking adults to bid on a one of a kind creation. In the new the absence of your loved one. Adjusting to now? What lessons or self-discoveries have signment was assisting with cleanup from each year, with about 2,000 of those in scale, the need to safeguard your data has your identity has been compromised: make a commitment to “Sit for Kids” and year, let’s take a stand for the children in the loss includes making meaning of the you learned? Hurricane Irma in Northern Florida. AmeriCorps NCCC. For more information never been more critical.” • Verify the fraud: If unauthorized account to help both causes – the Parenting Center our lives by embracing the motto “I Sit for life changes brought on by the death. Here • Continue your loved one’s legacy. Think Twenty-three teams composed of 279 about AmeriCorps NCCC, visit the website Most card issuers have implemented transactions occur, contact your financial and a reminder to adults – I am creating a Kids”. debit and credit card chip technology to cut institution or company where fraud has oc- are some things to consider: about what was important to the person Corps Members and Team Leaders began at www.nationalservice.gov/nccc. down on fraud, Losneck said. The embed- curred to report unknown charges. • Be honest with your feelings. Others who died. There are ways you can trans- ded microprocessor chips store and protect • Update your passwords: once fraud is might expect you to be “over it” at three form your grief into a legacy of love. Share FreshFresh Food Food Fast Fast cardholder data. When the card is used, it confirmed, change account logins and or six months post death, but there is no stories about your beloved with children. creates a unique transaction code which passwords. Passwords should be robust calendar for grief. Find a place, a way, or Contribute to a charity or attend an event NoNo MSG cannot be used again. with multiple types of characters such as a person with whom you can express your in honor of your special person. Bake or It’s Wise VegetarianVegetarian Friendly Freindly However, chip cards do not prevent on- upper and lowercase letters, numbers and grief feelings. cook those special recipes. Listen to their FRESH MEXICAN GRILL line merchant transaction fraud. symbols. • Do something that feels good. This can be favorite music. Chili peppers gives you a choice of over 30 fresh items Losneck said a good way to prevent • Take control: to avoid additional compro- spending time with people you like, find- As you search to find meaning in loss and To Advertise to choose from to customize your dining experience ing a hobby that provides an outlet for your adjust to changes in your life, you may start fraudulent merchant transactions is to mises place an initial fraud alert by calling 869 East 185th • 216.531.2300 use a free mobile wallet service such as one of the three national credit reporting creative energy, or an escape from the day- to make some sense of what has happened. Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Android Pay. companies (Equifax: 800-525-6285; Ex- to-day. Doing something often builds self- You may find a bridge that connects the past Hours Monday - Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday 12pm - 8pm He also recommends using a free mobile perian: 888-397-3742; TransUnion: 800- esteem through a sense of accomplishment. with the future in a way you can accept. 216.505.0185 banking tool to control activity on debit 680-7289). • Take a walk or hike, make art, journal, Take the first step anytime. You don’t have and credit card accounts. • Report the theft: to begin an identity re- listen to music, be with others. to wait until December 31 to begin to heal. Mobile wallets use a process called covery plan report your theft to the Federal tokenization, Losneck explained. The ac- Trade Commission (FTC) online at www. 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Events Arts The Singing Angels Bring Holiday Movie Night: East Shore United Euclid Art Association Holds a Portrait Workshop with Artist Dottie Music to Shore Methodist Church presents... “The Geisert Star”- The Story of the First Christmas

The Singing Angels--200 strong. by Jim Spittle backgrounds, all performing for a single The Singing Angels, Northeast Ohio’s ac- purpose: Make Music, Make Friends and claimed choral group, will present its an- Make a Difference. nual Holiday Concert in the Shore Cultural General admission tickets are $10 and Centre Auditorium on Sunday, December available from the Shore Cultural Centre 10 at 2:30pm. It is their only Eastside pub- office in Room 143, by calling 216-289-8578 lic performance of the season. and on line at www.shoreculturalcentre. An impressive number of Northeast com. They will also be available from the Ohio’s best and brightest young perform- Auditorium box office the day of the show ers take the audience on a “Sleigh Ride” beginning at 1:30pm. by Armando Arellano greatest story ever told - the first Christ- through many of everyone’s holiday favor- East United Methodist Church presents… mas. by Sby Joan Milligan and Susan Herrle Dottie opened the workshop with an hour was time for her students to start drawing! drawing of an old woman to make several ites. This year’s concert features the world The Star: The Story of the First Christmas Showing Time: On Saturday, October 28, 2017, Euclid Art of instruction, going over her procedure for Initially the model posed for 20 minutes important points. There were many 20 and premiere of a medley of songs from the new at Atlas Cinema Lakeshore in Euclid, OH Sunday, December 10, 2017 held a “Development of the Portrait in Black developing a portrait. Her students watched while everyone did their best to draw her. 40-minute poses throughout the day, giving family Christmas musical “Kris Kringle”! In Sony Pictures Animation’s The Star, a at 5:00 PM and White” workshop by local, award win- as she demonstrated, by drawing, Kristin, Some students even took photos of the model the artists opportunities to draw the model It’s an ideal concert for the entire family, small but brave donkey named Bo yearns Ticket: $5 per person (Credit Card/Debit ning artist and member, Dottie Geisert. It the “live” model. Throughout, Dottie gave with their phones and iPads in order to help from various poses. It was amazing how young and old, and the perfect way to kick for a life beyond his daily grind at the vil- Card accepted at the door) may have been a rainy and dreary Saturday her students several things to think about, with drawing the details. Dottie walked still Kristin sat for each pose. As the day off the holiday celebrations. lage mill. One day he finds the courage and everyone came bundled up, but once and tips on how to approach the drawing of a around to each student to give them the per- progressed, student confidence grew and Members of Singing Angels encompass to break free, and finally goes on the ad- If paying by check: inside the Gallery (on the 2nd floor of the “live” model. The mantra for the day became, sonal attention they needed to improve their the drawings reflected it. Dottie was thrilled numerous races, creeds, and economic venture of his dreams. On his journey, he Please write your check payable to Euclid History Museum), things warmed “wherever there is a quick change in surface, drawings. with their progress. The students enjoyed the teams up with Ruth, a lovable sheep who East Shore UMC with the memo: “Movie” up quickly. There was lots of coffee and tea there is a light”. Another tip from Dot- In the afternoon, Dottie provided addi- workshop so much that they asked Dottie has lost her flock and Dave, a dove with For More Information Call: 216-261- flowing. Brownies, pumpkin roll, and veg- tie - “look for shapes in the face, not actual tional instructions concerning values, where how soon she would have another one! Come Celebrate Christmas With the lofty aspirations. Along with three wise- 1688 www.eastshorechurch.net gies with dip kept the 17 participating artists features.” After Dottie explained the several the light source is coming from, and how it cracking camels and some eccentric stable Thank you so much! fueled and warm. types of charcoal and when to use them, it will affect the portrait. She used her pastel SRW Community animals, Bo and his new friends follow the by Ellen Ivory Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Vigil Star and become accidental heroes in the Pastor Armando Fr. John Betters, Pastor of Ss. Robert and (New Year’s), Sunday, December 31 William Parish, invites you to join us dur- Mass is at 4 pm ing this Christmas season. As a community STORAGE SPACE FOR LEASE of people coming together to celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God birth of Jesus, and to find peace with God, (New Year’s), Monday, January 1 Tire 200 Betters extends a heartwarming invitation Masses are at: 9 am and 11 am to everyone to celebrate with us as we also 20001 Euclid Ave. seek peace in a divided world. Confessions Auto Service Center Wednesday, December 20: 7 – 8 pm Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24 Thursday, December 21: 7 – 8 pm Euclid, OH 44117 Masses are at: 4 pm (Children’s Mass), 7 pm Friday, December 22: 10 – 11 am and 10 pm Saturday, December 23: 2:30 – 3:30 pm 866 E. 200th st. Storage Space For Lease Ss. Robert & William Parish is located at Christmas Day, Monday, December 25 367 East 260th Street, Euclid. 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YMCA Senior Page New Classes at the Y! 2018 Medicare Changes How to Avoid Rising E.R. Costs by Carrie Serrano by ginny calvey costs. Metformin, a generic drug which has by Laura clinic is in-network and to verify coverage for Take a tour of the branch and Seniors can celebrate their two percent been available for a very reasonable cost Mutsko the specific service you’re seeking. receive a free 1 day guest pass to raise in social security benefit starting with can be unavailable under many formular- Most of us have • Video Visits with a Physician: You can skip try one of our classes. their January payments. Typically, the in- ies in 2018 driving the monthly cost from had this expe- the waiting room completely by doing a video crease came with a corresponding increase about five dollars to closer to five hundred. rience. Your visit. Video visits provide access to board-cer- in the cost of the Part B which nullified any Surprisingly, not all Medicare Advantage doctor’s office tified doctors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, advantage, but this year some of the costs plans exhibit the same phenomenon If you is closed for the all from the comfort of your home, office or weekend and anywhere you have an internet connection. will remain the same. haven’t researched your changes in drug Laura Mutsko. you are hit with Video visits are most often used for common For those aging into Medicare or enroll- cost for the new year, you still have time to Owner and Agent. ing with a delayed Part B will be charged change. Mutsko Insurance Services. a sudden illness complaints, such as upper respiratory infec- the same standard cost in 2018 as the en- Another change to note, is what are your or a painful tions, allergies, flu symptoms and coughs. rollees of 2017 which is $134 a month and preferred pharmacies per your plan? injury. The conventional choice has been to The physician you chat with online is able to will have the same Part B deductible as Aetna has made a point of calling all their head for the hospital emergency room and assess your condition and send prescriptions well, $183. Good news for those with Medi- current members to inform them that Wal- plan on a long wait for treatment. to your pharmacy, with some insurance plans HIIT Cycle care Supplements G and N. greens is not a preferred pharmacy next But, today, there is a shift away from us - covering 100% of the cost. Mondays at 12pm Restoration Yoga Demo There will be increases in the Part A year. Are you aware the cost of your drugs ing hospital emergency rooms for non-life • 24/7 Nurse Line: Many health insurance Hip Hop Cycle Friday, December 8th and 15th Power Step Express threatening emergencies. Hospital costs are plans now have a nurse line available 24 hours Wednesdays at 6:30pm hospital deductible from $1318 to $1340 under the same plan, when purchased at 6:30pm Thursdays at 6:00pm as well as the rehab copay for skilled nurs- a different pharmacy can cost upwards of skyrocketing and insurers are passing a big- a day, 7 days a week. You can call for their ing for days twenty one through hundred hundreds or even thousands of dollars at a ger portion of these costs on to the patients. help to determine the severity of your symp- from $164.50 to $167.50 under original standard pharmacy? There are a growing number of good al- toms and advice on where to go for care. New Year New You! Upcoming Programs Medicare. Many of these costs are covered Bottom line, please call your agent or ternatives to the ER for those times when In non-emergency situations, it is best to you need immediate attention. The next time call your doctor’s office first. They may want New Sessions begin every first Thursday of under the Medicare Supplements and may plan and find out the costs of your current you need non-emergency care, consider one to see you or suggest their preferred alterna- the month explain some of the rate increases. medications now, while you have options. of these. You will likely save both money and tives to the emergency room. Your insurance Jr. Cavaliers League Also, under the independent prescription Once open enrollment ends on December time. provider can also help you find a conveniently Season Starts: January 27th drug plans there have been some surprising 7th you are contracted for another year. • Urgent Care Centers: Most urgent care cen- located, licensed and accredited care setting Ages: 3-17 yrs ters are equipped to handle a wide array of Registration Ends: January 3rd and determine whether your plan covers the non-life threatening health needs, including January Swim Lessons A Spiritual Journey to Wholeness alternative facility’s services. fevers, coughs, sprains and cuts. Some also I want to stress that you should always call Registration Opens: December 15th A Tabar are focused prayer on their needs and the give you the option of checking in online so 911 or go to the nearest emergency room in Registration Ends: December 31st Have you ever thought you knew some- needs of the people or cause they serve. by Carrie Serrano you can avoid long delays in crowded wait- any life threatening situation including: Lesson Days: Monday, Wednesday, or Sat- one...knew them well? And in one moment, Prayers for abundance for all those in need Ninja Kids ing rooms. Most urgent care clinics offer ex- - Chest pains urday. they show you another side to their nature. becomes a part of universal consciousness Session Starts: December 7th tended hours and are open seven days a week, - Difficulty breathing Ages: 6 months to Adult Shock, disbelief and a bit of disgust if the and can be received by those who are in Ages: 8-17yrs including holidays. - Signs of stroke Please call the Y at 216-731-7454 for more offense is a hugh one. We all have within tune with the thought vibration. Let the Registration Ends: Deccember 8th • Retail Health Clinic: A number of major - Poisoning program details. us positive and negative aspects. Yes, we morphic cloud of prosperity be your holi- pharmacies now have walk-in clinics staffed - Severe cuts or limb threatening injuries can all be selfish or generous with others day gift to the world. Doesn’t cost a cent, by medical professionals. Retail health clinics - Suicidal or homicidal feelings and ourselves. This time of year the mail but so amazingly generous in spirit. Give are convenient when you want to check on a For help with all your life, health or Medi- box is filled with donation requests, all with an open heart and it will be given Swim Starters New Pricing cough or get a flu shot. While most accept in- great causes, yet so many. From national back to you. Namaste from the Rishis In- care insurance needs, call me at 440-255-5700 surance, it is recommended you contact your by Carrie Serrano parks to animal rescue to feeding the hun- stitute of Metaphysics, Euclid, Ohio. New or email your question to Lmutsko@muts- insurer before your visit to determine if the Starting now our Swim Starter classes gry...all good causes. Not wanting to slight classes in higher consciouness living start koinsurance.com. I’m here to help. for ages 6 months to 36 month have new any group, I try my best to give what I can. in January. Call 216 486 7240 to register. pricing. Classes range from freeto $10. Some gifts are monetary while other gifts Accompanied by a parent, infants and tod- dlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision. Registration can be done online or at the branch. Metaphysics… What is it? e epeet thh eepe Are you or a loved one by Carrie Serrano ingful discussions, fun games, and prizes struggling to kick addiction to aaeess iesa tths It’s official! Girls Emotionally and Mentally are sure to help young ladies feel refreshed, heroin or other opiates? e h eey casses ee atis accepte Strong (G.E.M.S.) is set to host its first offi- renewed, and inspired to uncover their full cial annual “New Year New You” event this potential. This event is for girl’s ages 11-17 We are here to help. ci e ci January 6th at the Euclid Family YMCA. years old. To purchase your tickets go to You will not want to miss this event! Its GOGEMZ.com. Call us about VIVITROL. ishisistitteetaphysicsc energy filled interactive activities, mean- 216486SAVE (7283) www.MooreCounseling.com

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questions at the front desk. Also, if you an appointment. Fee - $20.00, with current name to the volunteer and she will issue EDUCATION – Art with Jack – Tuesday, 12:45PM Bob’s Corner Euclid Senior have old medication that you need to membership. you a number. Wait in the hallway until SOCIALIZATION No Class on December 26th. discard, they will take it as long as it is not your number is called. AARP Meeting Center liquid or needles. Euclid High School Choir Bible Study – The group meets Tuesday, Monday, December 4th, 1:00PM Friday, December 15th, 10:30AM Chair Exercise to Music – Wednesday, All the programs listed are available at 10:00AM– Library. No Bible Study on Grief Support Group 11:00AM DRA Book Discussion Euclid Lakefront Community Center December 26th. Foodies Thursday, December 14th, 12:45 PM BENEFITS CHECK-UP Monday, January 8th 1 Bliss Lane, Euclid, OH 44123 Thursday, December 21st -10:30AM The Grief Support Group is for anyone Monday, December 18th Silver Sneakers Class – Arts & Crafts - Wednesday, 10:00AM – 1:15PMin the Senior Center Library. 216-289-2985 www.cityofeuclid.com Join us in the Library for Fun For Foodies. who has experienced the death of a loved 9:00AM – 1:00PM Monday, Wednesday and Friday AC Jennifer, from the Euclid Public Library, All participants please bring your favorite one; whether it was a spouse, child, parent, Benefits Check – Up is a program to screen 10:00 – 10:50AM – Dining Room Annex will lead the discussion on the book, dish. Sign-up at the front desk. sibling or friend. Provided by Euclid Se- adults 60+ for over 70 money-saving Free with Silver Sneakers membership. Sewing – Thursday, 10:00AM, AC “Vintage” by Susan Gloss. nior Programs & Hospice of the Western programs: prescription drug assistance, No Silver S. on Monday, December 25th. It’s a Christmas Party! Reserve. help paying Medicare premiums, help with Friday, December 22nd, 10:45AM heating bills, phone discounts, and much FUN AND GAMES by Bob Payne Cupcakes will be sponsored by Gateway/ Enhanced more. FREE Call 216-289-2985 or sign up What do you bring into the world? Braeview. Possible surprise guest. Are Monday, December 18th, 11:00AM at the front desk. BEADING CLASS: In an age of frustrated instant gratification you naughty or nice? Enhanced will be on site to help us to where you can immediately post your discon- understand “What to expect in while we HEALTH AND FITNESS 1st Monday of the Month.- 10:30AM. to HGR Blog 2017 Highlights tented and demeaning thoughts online for the Game Day are in the hospital”. Noon. FREE to members world to see, and at a time when people are so Thursday, December 28th, 1:00PM Chair Yoga–Monday at 10:00 AM easily offended by anything that does not go Fun and games and snacks provided by SERVICES AC $ 3.00 per class. Quilting Class – 2nd & 3rd Thursday, – along with their way of thinking, there is anger Breakfast with Bob Gateway. So please stay and play. No Class on December 25th. 12:30PM-2:30PM in America. All too often we see this anger being inap- TRIPS: Yoga – Thursday at 9:00 AM Pinochle Tournament– Friday – 1:00PM. propriately expressed through violence. From Annex Room $ 3.00 per class. Computer Room. road rage, to physical assaults, to shootings, viciousness is becoming the way some people Tai-Chi – Tuesday at 3:30 PM Open Card Play–Wednesday at 1:00 PM. Tips on getting a commercial-drone pilot’s license from a new pilot choose to handle their difficulties and frustra- Six week series - $24, Drop-ins $6.00 per Card games, Pinochle, Bridge & Rummy. Lisa Lee’s Reflexology class. No Tai Chi Class on December 26th. tions. Syndicated Cartoonist Tony Cochran, creator of Agnes, makes custom Friday, December 1st and Friday, Decem- Bingo –Monday,Wednesday & Friday Today, the news carried another story of electric guitars out of reclaimed materials violence. Because it happens somewhere else, Breakfast with Bob will be on Thursday, ber 15th, 10AM - 12:00PM Reflexology Billie Exercise Class – (Chair) 12:45PM – Dining Room. No Bingo on December 14th, 8:30 AM at Adam’s Place. or to somebody else, we are able to simply ob- techniques are relaxing to the mind and Tuesday & Thursday 10:00AM in the Com- December 25th HGR offers $2,000 STEM scholarship to Euclid High School seniors serve it and go about our life as usual. Though You must have your OWN transportation body. puter Room we may think that it is awful, it doesn’t really Along with the sounds of artistic music Pool Tournament – Friday, December What do a Chicago crime boss and EHS’ competitors at the AWT seem to impact us. We are rarely affected, and Grande Pointe Fun Bingo and aroma to soothe your soul, reflexology Line Dance – Thursday, 1:00PM 15th, 9:20AM November winner –Bob RoboBots competition have in common? not especially offended. It has become so com- Tuesday, December 19th allows you to escape into the healing mode Payne monplace that we are becoming numb to it. Leave the Senior Center at 1:15PM return- to help ground and nourish you. 10 min- Ballroom Dancing – Monday & Wednes- Stomp on the brakes and learn which local manufacturer stamps brake But, make no mistake about it – violence ing around 3:00PM. FREE Register at the utes for $10.00 Sign-up at the front desk. day, 1:00PM Crochet– Tuesday, 10:00AM AC components breeds violence. Hatred, bitterness and divi- front desk. No Class on December 26th. sion will always follow in its wake. It is a cycle DPS Free Blood Pressure Checks Sheffield Bronze’s founder: from printer to paint-powder distributor, car that keeps repeating as more and more people Brookdale Tuesday, December Thursday, 10:00-11:00AM Please give your Adult Coloring – Tuesday, 1:00PM, AC salesman, auto lessor, and finally paint manufacturer by 1927 become involved. But, it is a cycle that you can BINGO Thursday, December 7th, 1:30PM Games 12th No Class on December 26th Learn about the history of slo-pitch softball, which started in Cleveland do something about because, at the core, the Tuesday, December 5th, 1:00 -2:00PM as well as a talk on Fall Prevention. Leave 10:00AM – 1:30PM Speed Bingo, all Fill-ups for Prizes. the Center at 1:15. Return at 3:00PM. Have a question for real enemy is something very personal. It is HGR hosts F*SHO, contemporary furniture show, and MAGNET’s State of Sponsored by Manor Care. FREE Register at the front desk. an attorney regard- any thought or belief that devalues, disrespects Manufacturing and discards the importance of another life. It Thursday, December 14th, 1:00– 2:00PM ing estate planning, Bingo sponsored by Slovene Home. wills, trusts, Medicaid Eligibility, Long is seeing someone as less than a living, breath- SPEAKERS HGR supports Ingenuity Fest and disaster relief for hurricane victims ing, feeling human being, and believing that Term Care Needs, or Veterans Benefits? Breakfast with Grande Pointe they, specifically, are the cause of your own Grande Pointe The attorneys at Daniel P. Seink Co. offer HGR sponsors NKPHTS Convention luncheon problems. It’s making someone into a villain Wednesday, December 13th, 9:30AM Wednesday, December 6th,11:00AM. vast experience in the field of elder law. with no redeeming qualities. This thinking Join us for muffins or bagels, fresh fruit, Grande Pointe will be here to share on Founder and Managing Partner, Daniel To see these stories and more, visit hgrinc.com/blog leads to division and promotes a Me against coffee and tea. Please sign-up at the front how to have a Healthy Holiday. P. Seink, is one of twenty Ohio attorneys You, or Us vs Them, mentality. In the end, it desk by December 11th. certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the creates continuing problems and solves abso- Kemper House National Elder Law Foundation. Sign up lutely nothing. As Martin Luther King Jr. said, Friday, December 8th, 11:00AM Leading a for a 20 – minute time slot (FREE) at front “Ultimately, destructive means cannot bring heart healthy lifestyle. desk. This service will continue on the about constructive ends.” second Tuesday of each month. Want the madness to stop? Be account- Senior Veterans Administration able for your own thinking, your beliefs, your Monday, December 11th, 11:00AM Aid FREE FRESH PRODUCE words and your actions. Take ownership for and assistance for veterans and their 20001 Euclid Avenue, Euclid, Ohio surviving spouses. Euclid Senior Programs your behavior with mindful choices. If you 866-447-7117 • hgrinc.com have been the victim of violence, do not let the Monday, December 12th,12:30PM – pain turn you into someone you are not. Don’t Hillside Plaza 2:30PM (or until all produce is gone) First perpetuate the cycle. While violence sows Thursday, December 14th, 11:00AM What Come First Serve Please bring your ID A Song to Remember seeds of anger and division, peacefulness sows BIRTHDAY DAY to expect from a Skilled Nursing Facility. You must be a member of Euclid Senior seeds of kindness and mutual understanding. Wednesday, December 20th Programs to Participate. by Robert Dubbs As Gandhi said, “Be the change you want to see Cupcakes sponsored by Capital. Community Police Talk Classical music is the hallmark of our civili- in the world.” Thursday, December 14th Podiatry zation. Its roots go back ancient Greece. The “Cop –a- Question” – Immediately after Wednesday, December LOVE. main style periods of classical music are the

Bob Payne, Manager lunch. Members from our Police Depart- 13th & 27th, 9:20 to 11:00 It’s your secret ingredient. Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, ment update us monthly and answer all AM Call 289-2985 or sign Romantic Impressionistic and 20th Centu- your questions. Can’t be here? Leave your up at the front desk for If you or a loved one is seriously ill, rely ry. Music composed in all of these periods is on the care team at Hospice of the still being performed today. Western Reserve. Our compassionate However, there is concern among music LAKESHORE ROSE CENTER LAKESHORE ROSE CENTER professionals come to you — wherever lovers that this type of music will disappear. 16600 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland OH, 44110 16600 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland OH, 44110 you live. Most of our patients stay at Education can help solve this problem. Fine home, surrounded by the people, pets music is better appreciated when the listener and hobbies they love. knows something about it. All the music Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday education the schools can provide is won- Living with a serious or advanced derful. Private instruction, libraries and the 10:00 Coffee and chat 10:00 Coffee and chat 10:00 Coffee and chat 10:00 Coffee and chat illness can make some decisions dif- internet are also valuable resources. Perhaps ficult, but deciding where to turn for more important is for society to place value with friends with friends with friends with friends hospice and palliative care is easy. on this type of music and keep it thriving for future generations. 10:30 Yoga/Meditation 10:30 SilverSneakers 10:30 Various 10:30 SilverSneakers You always have a choice in hospice The piano has always been the most and palliative care and you deserve popular instrument. It was invented in 1709 11:30 Lunch exercise Activities exercise the best. Insist on Hospice of the by Bartolomeo Cristofori. More music has been written for it than anyone can play in 12:30 Line Dancing 11:30 Lunch 11:30 Lunch 11:30 Lunch 800.707.8922 Western Reserve. a lifetime. There are concertos for piano and orchestra, solo works and chamber music hospicewr.org Call 24/7 for information 1:00 Cards, puzzles, 1:00 Knitting group 12:30 Bingo 12:00 Bible study or a no-obligation consultation. among others. In the 19th century, there was /hospicewr a piano in every home and everyone played. games 1:00 Computer lab open Amateur music making was prevalent. I ASK FOR US BY NAME 800.707.8922 have dedicated my life to music as a piano 216.373.1915 Movie afternoon teacher. After 40 years I still love it. Anyone interested can call me at 216-357-3034.

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