Cleveland, Ohio 44120 Professional Building Shaker West 11811 Shaker Boulevard Suite 206 REQUESTED SERVICE RETURN HHOLIDAY/WINTEROLIDAY/WINTER 2001-20112001-2011 FIRST CLASS MAIL Permit No. 3341 Permit Cleveland, OH U.S. Postage Presorted PAID Vol. 34 No. 2 Neighbors & Pancakes– SSHAKERHAKER SSQUAREQUARE a Great Mix SSPARKLESPARKLES The Shaker Square Area and gobbled up a delicious meal Be sure to enjoy the magic of the Development Corp.’s (SHAD) annual afterwards. twinkling lights on Shaker Square TTHROUGHOUTHROUGHOUT community meeting was successfully Presentations were brief and in- this holiday season. The trees on the Square don a festive light display– coupled with a pancake breakfast on formative. SHAD Executive Direc- TTHEHE SSEASONEASON perfect for holiday shopping, dining Saturday, October 9 at Our Lady of tor Pam George-Merrill outlined the and entertainment. Peace. Over 200 neighbors, friends myriad improvements to Larchmere and families attended the meeting (See Neighbors & Pancakes on page 3) Kenisha Pierce, president of the SHAD board of trustess congratulates former president Tom Starinsky on his ten years of service to the community. Former Connection Larchmere Mural Decks the Wall Editor Dies Kathryn Kay, former editor of The Connection died on October 31. She was active in the Ludlow Community Asso- ciation and Shaker Square Area Develop- ment Corp. (SHAD). She was editor of The Connection for seven years, from 2001 to 2008. Born and raised in Michigan, Ms. Kay graduated from the Uni- Larchmere’s newest piece of street art is versity of Michigan and majored Residents, business owners with an attractive, colorful piece of now installed on the Lifeskills Building. in music literature, but sought her and stakeholders of the Larchmere public art,” said Pam George-Merrill, career in marketing and advertising. community celebrated the completion Executive Director of Shaker Square surrounding community. It was Her fi rst job after college and mov- of a new building-long mural with Area Development Corp. (SHAD), the designed by local artist Ted Kurz ing to Cleveland in 1962 was in the a ceremonial ribbon cutting and nonprofi t that spear-headed the mural and created by Building Bridges Arts advertising department at Higbee’s. reception on September 23. The mural project in partnership with community Collaborative, a nonprofi t community- She subsequently worked for Watten- was installed at 12201 Larchmere, on members. “We would especially like based arts organization that fosters maker Advertising and Cole National the side of the Life Skills Center of to thank the Saint Luke’s Foundation, youth development and supports before moving on to Sherwin Wil- Northeast Ohio. the funder of this project, for making emerging artists. This work of public liams’ Krylon division, where she “We are thrilled to unveil the new this investment in our community,” art is approximately 48 feet long by stayed through 1998. After leaving mural, a project that has brought the she added. 10 feet tall. her corporate position she became a neighborhood together and beautifi ed The mural features scenes an empty brick wall on Larchmere from historic Larchmere and the (See Larchmere Mural on page 10) (See Kathryn Kay on page 9) Zanzibar Opens Along the Boulevard: SHAD’s New on the Square New column Board President 3 4 this edition! 5 Arnell Moore brings his younger brother, Zanzibar – Soul Fusion Cortell, with him to Sunbeam to Sunbeam Restaurant new on Shaker Square play basketball. principal “It’s something Melanie Sinks by ReZina for us to do (standing) talks An exciting new restaurant has together,” says with tutor opened on historic Shaker Square, Arnell. “It makes Barbara Gover. and its name is Zanzibar – Soul us closer.” Their Many students Fusion. This third generation, grandmother, take advantage Johnnie Spates- family owned restaurant joins the of the free international array of fl avors at The Greene of Mt. tutoring before Square. Zanzibar’s contemporary, Overlook Ave., participating in attends the line the recreational cozy, and sophisticated atmosphere dancing class. is highlighted by a full service bar activities. Chef Tony, left, and Zanzibar at which offers a Tapas Menu and over Shaker Square 50 specialty drinks. Located at 13114 Shaker Square, its cuisine is reminis- mild mannered demeanor and a cent of Angie’s Soul Food with some warm smile that makes you feel Sunbeam School Activities added twists. right at home in this beautiful, Photos by McKinley Wiley For starters, an unusual dip that jazzy atmosphere. It’s wonderful THE SCHOOLS AS NEIGHBORHOOD Bring Familes Together will steer you away from spinach to have Zanzibar Soul Fusion on RESOURCES PROGRAM HAS BEEN is the collard greens and artichoke Shaker Square. Go and experi- dip with asiago cheese and served ence it for yourself! DRAWING RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES New classes begin Larchmere resident TO SUNBEAM SCHOOL IN THE January 3. Sunbeam with toasted garlic bread points. and salon owner Rain The chicken and biscuits are mouth created in the kitchen of the Carn- spicier, make the request. Have a Zanzibar Soul Fusion EVENING. IN THE FIRST MONTH School 11731 Mt. Burnside (A Touch Overlook Ave. For watering, and the mini Tiger Shrimp egie Hotel, by the founder of Angie’s special diet? Just ask. Whatever you 13114 Shaker Square (next to SINCE THE PROGRAM OPENED of Rain) assists her more information, Soul Food, now known as Angie’s desire from the menu, Chef Tony, Shaker Square Cinema) 916-9422 ON OCTOBER 18, MORE THAN 470 daughter with arts Po’ Boys are just right, with their call Kevin Kay at 367- lime zest sauce and slaw. Other favor- Soul Food Café. Steeped in tradition, Akin, and the wonderful wait staff is www.zanzibarohio.com RESIDENTS HAD REGISTERED FOR 2234; during program and crafts. “I like that THE FREE ACTIVITIES. hours, contact Mr. Beidleman is very ites are Soul Rolls, a twist on egg Zanzibar has stayed close to its roots, there to serve you down home cook- Hours: Monday through Thursday: SITE COORDINATOR JACK Jack Beidleman at stern with the kids,” rolls, and Walleye Cakes, a take on overseen by General Manager Akin ing with a soul infusion. The recipes 5 pm–11 pm; Friday 11 am–3 pm & 577-6231. Schools BEIDLEMAN SAYS, “I HAVE says Burnside. “He’s a the crab cousin: two cakes infused Affrica and Executive Chef Tony have been searched and researched 5 pm–1 am; Saturday Brunch: 9 am– as Neighborhood with scallions, roasted red peppers, Fortner . nationwide, really! 2 pm & Dinner 5 pm–1 am ENJOYED THE ENTHUSIASM OF Resources is a program good role model. THE COMMUNITY. I’VE SEEN MORE of the Neighborhood He teaches the and cilantro with baby greens and Chef Tony describes his kitchen Chef Tony has been leading the Sunday Buffet: 11 am–5 pm & PARENTS MOTHERS AND Leadership Institute. kids discipline Thai ginger mayo. as a scratch kitchen. Why? Every- way for years at Angie’s Soul Food Dinner 5 pm–11 pm; Full Service and structure.” FATHERS PARTICIPATING WITH Zanzibar has a rich history in thing is made from fresh ingredients and at one time was a sous chef at Bar Open Late; Happy Hour: Mon- THEIR CHILDREN THIS YEAR. I’VE Cleveland dating back to 1985 when thus from scratch. If you want the Canterbury Golf Club in Shaker day through Thursday 5 pm–7 pm; ALSO HAD SEVERAL BLOCK CLUBS Annette Hollimon some of their original recipes were greens and black-eyed peas a bit Heights. Akin greets guests with a Casual to formal attire AND COMMUNITY GROUPS TAKE (far left) and Marilyn ADVANTAGE OF THE FREE MEETING Williams (center), staff members at SPACE.” Outgoing SHAD board Recently, the North Union Farmers’ borhoods. The Larchmere Master LifeSkills Center Neighbors & Pancakes SUNBEAM SCHOOL IS OPEN TO members Gloria Moose and Kathy Market at Shaker Square was ranked Plan was established by the com- on Larchmere, Continued from Page 1 THE COMMUNITY ON MONDAY, participate in the line Rosner were lauded for their years one of the top 20 markets in the munity and now serves as a guide to sustain the commercial district. WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY dancing class led by and surrounding neighborhoods of service to the community. nation. Despite the poor economy, SHAD’s redevelopment of Livings- EVENINGS FROM 5:00 TO 7:45 P.M. instructor Barbara throughout the past year, from curb Incoming president Kenisha Pierce the property values in our neigh- ton Park Apartments and transfer to ACTIVITIES INCLUDE KARATE, LINE Boyd. Says Hollimon, appeal programs to community gar- congratulated Tom Starinsky on his borhoods have remained relatively the Finch Group proves our ability DANCING, BASKETBALL, ARTS AND “It gives me an dens; youth workforce and landscape ten years of service to the Shaker stable, homes continue to be reha- opportunity to have to work proactively to stabilize our CRAFTS, BOARD GAMES, COOKING, crews to the streetscaping on Larch- Square neighborhoods as a SHAD bilitated and a new school and public fun, release some neighborhoods. CHEERLEADING, AND TUTORING. mere including new signs and public board member, the last three as library were built. What makes this stress. I love the “These accomplishments haven’t ACTIVITIES ARE FREE AND OPEN TO art. She also pointed to the compara- president of the board. all possible? People with passion. people in the class.” come easily,” he continued. “There THE PUBLIC. tively new social media methods “My passion is cities – how they “It has been my pleasure to work have been challenges, but with great SHAD is leveraging to continually work and the neighborhoods that with people in this community; from people, it’s been fun; and before I communicate with constituents and breathe life and character into them,” neighbors to merchants to SHAD realized it, ten years fl ew by.