Waterloo Arts Fest Saturday, June 25 FREE TAKE ONE! Please patronize our advertisers. Proud Member of the Observer Media Family of Community-Owned and Written Newspapers & Websites Volume 8 • Issue 6 June 2016 Graduating Class Celebrates at Cedar Point Collinwood High School Appreciation Day Michael F. Cavotta presenting check to senior class officers. Gigi Elder and Gail Greenberg grooving to Ronny Milsaps, Lost in the Fifties Tonight. by Len Corpora, VP Alumni Association weeks prior to the trip, the Senior Class was Collinwood High Schools 2016 graduating short on the funds. That is when fast think- class enjoyed their annual right-of-passage ing Dwayne Magowen, class treasurer, senior trip on May 13th. For the high soar- reached out to the Alumni Association for ing Senior’s, their destination was GradNite assistance and respond they did!. On May at Cedar Point where high school seniors 2nd at the senior’s weekly meeting, Michael from around the state come together in one F. Cavotta, Pres. of the Alumni Associa- big party at the Roller Coaster Capital of the tion, presented a check to the senior class World. High school seniors had a chance to to cover the entire charter bus costs. This mingle with other schools, widening their gift allowed all graduating students to be perspective and shared their views on the able to make the trip. In his opening com- exceptional education program enjoyed ments, Michael expressed the importance here at Collinwood. They arrived by charter of, “being a Railroader and the Alumni bus at noon and stayed until mid-night, en- Association helping the senior class simply Owner, Joe Piunno (left) discussing sports with Butch Fulton (right) as Mike Trivisonno looks on. joying a wonderful day of fellowship, thrill- demonstrates our Railroader Spirit”. Ac- ing rides (especially the Valravn), games cording to Philana Williams, Senior Class by Michael Cavotta tour after the school year, the full 50th re- and afterhours parties. A great time was Adviser, “The seniors had a fabulous time at With the school year coming to an end, it union committee of the Class of 66 attend- had by all! Cedar Point thanks to the great work of the was only appropriate to show our collective ed. Attendees includes Patricia Boyd, Rich- However, the trip and all the wonderful Alumni Association for graciously provid- appreciation for the support and cooperation ard D’Apice, Cliff Baggott,Mike Trivisonno, memories almost didn’t happen. A few ing funding”. provided by the CHS over the year. Support Karen Erickson, Renee Mcdiffett and Butch included help in recovering older trophies Fulton who commented,“It’s important we which had been “lost” in storage which now keep connected to our school. Events like grace the Social Room; help to get recognition this help”. Walk and Roll, Cycle and Stroll, on for a soon-to-be-Centurion, Angela Laurich, The group was treated to traditional who had to leave school in 10th grade to help Mill Tavern luncheon buffet in the Social E. 185th her family financially during the depression Room which features a wide array of CHS by Nan Kennedy Contact Julia at NSDC to help with prizes, and always regretted not being an “official memorabilia including trophies, Spotlights On June 18 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm the and to volunteer to help with planning Railroader”; assisting in efforts to “save” the and jerseys from time long gone by. On a E. 185th merchants will put out tables and the event and day of, including being bike iconic murals on the first floor, all 440 feet of large screen TV, a looping video consist- give away, lollipops, the cycling community ride leaders [email protected]. To find them and the support for school tour visita- ing of nostalgic treasures such as the CHS will gather in the old Chevy lot for a bike out more, contact the E. 185 Merchants tions, especially the larger reunion groups. Color Guard performing at the 2014 Grand rodeo and safety lessons, the Walk&Roll Association:WalkAndRollE185@gmail. All in all, the year was marked by unparal- Reunion, the taking of the senior picture people will energize the sidewalks – join com; or Barbara Liddell: (216) 242-9087; leled school cooperation especially from featuring the Collinwood Train, snips from your neighbors for exercise, sidewalk- Sandra McKinney: (216) 925-2937. Principal Mary Miller, Senior Class Adviser the first State Championship ever, the 1962 sharing and maybe an occasional bargain. Philana Williams, Literacy Coach, Gigi Wil- State Track & Field meet all while Ronny liams and Gail Greenberg, Media Specialist Millsap’s, Lost in the Fifties Tonight, reso- to name a few. nated throughout the room. Gail Green- Cleveland Metroparks On May 17th, 2016 the Alumni Associa- berg was emotionally taken-aback by the tion in conjunction with the Class of 1966 event, stating, “I loved the room décor Announces 2016 Euclid Beach and the Mill Tavern hosted CHS Apprecia- and all the creativity that was reflected in tion Day. Representing CHS where Gigi El- your presentation. So many memories of LIVE Concert Schedule der and Gail Greenberg. Mary Miller had a my childhood!” On the spot, Gigi Elder conflicting meeting with School Board and became a Lifetime member of CHSAA Cleveland Metroparks is excited to announce the Euclid Beach LIVE concert series Philana Williams was down with the flu, and stated emphatically that, “we are truly lineup for summer 2016! The Euclid Beach LIVE concert series brings the com- both sent their sincere best wishes through appreciative of the work the Alumni Asso- munity together for great music, delicious food and fun for the whole family while Gigi and Gail. Representing CHSAA were ciation performs. It is the essence of being a overlooking the scenic Euclid Beach on Lake Erie. Michael F. Cavotta, Pres. and Len Corpora, Railroader. I look forward to returning to VP. In appreciation for scheduling a school the Social Room.” Euclid Beach LIVE returns for the third summer with a 10 week schedule on Fri- days from 5:30-8:30 p.m. from June 10 through August 12 at Euclid Beach Park in Cleveland Metroparks Euclid Creek Reservation. Food trucks and live bands make for a fun twist on the traditional picnic in the park - the perfect way to unwind at Coit Road farmers the end of the week. market expands their June 10 | The Blues Posse featuring Earl the Pearl & Guitar Slim hours for the summer June 17 | The Mighty Golden Echoes & The Prayer Warriors time. Read all about it June 24 | Charisma on page 15 July 1 | FORECAST Page 2 The Collinwood Observer Volume 8 • Issue 6 June 2016 June 2016 The Collinwood Observer Volume 8 • Issue 6 Page 3 Community Community Councilman’s Corner Start your weekend with a concert Renter Equity Program COMMUNITY MEETINGS We’re back again offering the Renter Equity kitchen has exposed brick, dark cabinets by Michael D. entire line up for this series by visiting the and a good book at the Beach! Program for affordable live/work space for with glass display doors, and brand new Polensek Cleveland MetroParks website at www. 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