Jstyle, Summer 2024

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Join us this summer as we explore the rich tapestry of families found in America. A Celebration of Family, combines two art exhibitions with interactive children’s activities

Growing Up Jewish

Makes a Family

Growing Up Jewish: Art and Storytelling features 42 contemporary paintings and personal narratives of artist Jacqueline Kott-Wolle, as she explores the key people, experiences, and community that shaped her distinctly North American brand of Jewish identity. This exhibition beautifully portrays the rich tapestry of Jewish life and serves as a testament to the community's resilience, traditions, and values.

Love Makes a Family: Portraits of LGBTQ+ People and Their Families, produced by the Family Diversity Project, is a traveling exhibition with over 40 photographs and interviews with families that have lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer-identified (LGBTQ+) members. By showcasing the diverse stories and journeys of the LGBTQ+ community, this exhibition aims to create a space of empathy, respect, and celebration of individual identities and relationships.

Both exhibitions include interactive children’s activities designed by globally-recognized exhibit designer, Karen Katz. Throughout the galleries, interactive components invite visitors on a creative journey. Younger visitors can also immerse themselves in play activities connected with exhibition themes.

Art and Storytelling

Paintings and Personal Narratives by Jacqueline Kott-Wolle

Love

Portraits of LGBTQ+ People and Their Families

Photographs and interviews by Family Diversity Projects

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Introducing the 2024 Singles Issue

Once again, Jstyle returns with our annual Singles Issue – just in time for summer.

This year, we decided to host our photo shoot for the issue at a handful of locations in Moreland Hills – speci cally at four great date spots near the intersection of Chagrin Boulevard and SOM Center Road. Cru Uncorked, Flour, Luna Bakery & Cafe and ML Tavern each o er a di erent experience, yet all make for a fun and interesting night or day out on the east side of Cleveland.

And, this year’s group of models for the Singles Issue were just as interesting –and certainly fun to hang out with during the early May photo shoot. I think you’ll enjoy reading about them within these pages, as well as seeing the seasonal fashion they modeled for the summer season, thanks to the local fashion boutiques with which Jstyle partners. For this issue, our models are seen in out ts from Knuth’s in Pepper Pike, arch. in Shaker Heights, Lisa Moran Ltd. in Woodmere and J3 Clothing Company in Moreland Hills.

As always, we publish the Singles Issue to highlight some of the awesome Jewish single people in Northeast Ohio, and we aim to make it an enjoyable experience for all involved. This year was no exception, and we thank all of our models for volunteering their time and thoughtful attention to be part of this issue.

Also in this issue, we meet Michal Chelbin, an Israeli photographer who has an intriguing exhibition on view through August at the Roe Green Gallery at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. I met Michal when she visited Cleveland for the rst time in May and interviewed her for the story, as well as curator Matthew Garson, and appreciated learning about the lens through which she creates her photographs. As a journalist, I was also interested to hear about her experience photographing the families of hostages held in Gaza for a Time magazine cover story, which she also discusses in this issue.

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Amanda Koehn and Design Manager Stephen Valentine check out photos during a rainy photo shoot for the Singles Issue at Cru Uncorked.

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And, we visit Cent’ Anni – a new amaro bar in Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood that brought a prominent group of Clevelanders together to create a funky vibe and Italianinspired cocktails. We also check out the new RAYE luxury apartment complex at the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights. Now the tallest building in the suburb, RAYE is becoming a bright new spot (literally) in the booming district.  We hope you enjoy the Singles Issue, and have a great summer enjoying all Northeast Ohio has to o er during these sunny months. We’ll be back in the fall with our next issue. Until then, stay in touch with Jstyle by subscribing to our free, biweekly e-newsletter at jstylemagazine.com/signup.

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18 INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN NORTHEAST OHIO THIS SUMMER

Compiled by Amanda Koehn

Tri-C JazzFest

Get your dancing shoes on and prepare for the heat of the 45th annual Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland. The fest will host nearly 500 musical artists across three days, including both longtime, well-known performers and rising stars. It o ers eight ticketed concerts inside Playhouse Square theaters from June 20-22, and free outdoor concerts from 3 p.m. to midnight on June 21 and June 22. tri-c.edu/jazzfest

Boston Mills Artfest

The Boston Mills Artfest returns for two weekends this summer –June 28 to June 30, and July 5 to July 7. Celebrating its 50th year, the arts festival is nationally recognized and hosted by the Boston Mills ski resort in Peninsula, set in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. About 150 artists are featured each weekend, attracting artists and creators from across the country. bmbw.com

Larchmere PorchFest

Enjoy live music performed from home porches in Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood on June 29. The annual Larchmere PorchFest brings local musical talent to the community for free on local lawns, and also o ers activities for kids, food and drink vendors, and shopping and dining at neighborhood storefronts and restaurants. An information tent will be stationed at the corner of East 127th Street and Larchmere Boulevard. larchmereporchfest.org

Cain Park Arts Festival

The Cain Park Arts Festival returns with close to 150 artists from July 12 through July 14 at the Cleveland Heights park. Artists will show and sell work in various mediums including wood, clay, glass, fiber and leather. The festival also o ers live music, an interactive mural painting project for children and a variety of food trucks. cainpark.com/arts-festival

‘Beautiful, The Carole King Musical’

Enjoy the music and story of famed Jewish singer-songwriter Carole King at the Beck Center for the Arts’ performance of “Beautiful, The Carole King Musical.” Coming to the Beck Center’s Senney Theater in Lakewood from July 12 through Aug. 11, you’ll enjoy King hits such as “So Far Away,” “I Feel the Earth Move,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” and more. beckcenter.org

Da Land Brass Band performs at Tri-C JazzFest in 2023. Photo courtesy of Tri-C Jazz Fest

Children participate in a mural activity at the Cain Park Arts Festival. Photo courtesy of Cain Park

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‘Picturing the Border’ at CMA

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The Cleveland Museum of Art will present “Picturing the Border,” a photography exhibit depicting the people and stories along the U.S.-Mexico borderlands from the 1970s to the present. It aims to take viewers beyond headlines and political messaging and into the reality of the borderlands experience for those living it. The exhibition runs from July 21, 2024 to Jan. 5, 2025, in the Mark Schwartz and Bettina Katz Photography Galleries at the museum. It also features two videos as to include time-based media. clevelandart.org

Read more about the CMA exhibit in the spring/summer 2024 issue of Canvas, Jstyle’s sister arts magazine, at canvascle.com.

BorderLight Theatre Festival

Returning to Cleveland’s Playhouse Square with four days of innovative and entertaining theatrical performances, BorderLight Theatre Festival begins July 24 and runs through July 27. Throughout, established and emerging companies in theater, circus, immersive experiences, street theater, poetry, workshops, stand-up comedy and more creators from Cleveland and across the United States will share their productions with Northeast Ohioans. borderlightcle.org

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Solon Home Days

Celebrate summer in the city of Solon with Solon Home Days on July 28. The single-day event – hosted at Solon Community Park by Solon Parks and Recreation and the Solon Center for the Arts – will feature music, food trucks and activities for families, friends and neighbors to enjoy together.

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Lakewood Arts Festival

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For nearly five decades, the Lakewood Arts Festival has drawn local and national artists to the west side Cleveland suburb the first weekend in August. This year held on Aug. 3, along Detroit Avenue between Arthur and Belle avenues, the festival will feature more than 160 visual artists in a range of mediums. It will also have community booths with food and drinks, activities for children and live music throughout the day. The festival funds student scholarships and provides grants to local art organizations o ering programming for children and seniors.

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CJN 12 Under 36 awards

The Cleveland Jewish News once again will celebrate the next generation of those making their mark on Northeast Ohio’s Jewish community. The 2024 class of 12 Under 36: Members of the Tribe will honor those under the age of 36 who play important roles in our city and community. The annual event will be at 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at Glass Asylum 2 in Chagrin Falls. cjn.org/12under36

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The Cleveland Jewish News 2023 class of 12 Under 36: Members of the Tribe at the awards ceremony on Aug. 29, 2023 at COhatch in Beachwood. CJN Photo / Abigail Preiszig

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Brett Goldstein in Cleveland

The Jewish British actor, producer and writer Brett Goldstein will bring his stand-up comedy to Cleveland’s Playhouse Square this summer. Prepare to laugh as the “Ted Lasso” star – who received two consecutive Primetime Emmy Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy for his performance as Roy Kent in the Apple TV+ show – visits Aug. 24 and Aug. 25. playhousesquare.org

Cleveland Garlic Festival

Get your noses and taste buds ready to experience the 2024 Cleveland Garlic Festival, hosted in Cleveland’s Shaker Square Aug. 24 and Aug. 25. The annual event is back with garlicky foods, grill o s, the Miss Garlic competition, live music from local musicians, children’s activities and more. clevelandgarlicfestival.org

Super Sunday Campaign Kicko

Join the Jewish Federation of Cleveland for its 2025 Campaign for Jewish Needs Super Sunday Kicko on Sept. 8. The fundraising event showcases the impact of the dollars the Jewish community raises together. As the Federation hosts the event to kick o the annual campaign – raising money for communal needs locally, nationally and internationally – it will share more details as the event approaches.

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To donate to the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Israel Emergency Campaign, visit donate.jewishcleveland.org/israel

Cleveland Browns 2024 season

Cheer on the Cleveland Browns this season, starting with the home opener against the Dallas Cowboys Sept. 8. Beginning what should be an exciting season, join the teams at the Cleveland Browns Stadium in downtown Cleveland – or, join the tailgating party at the Muni Lot or tune in from the comfort of your couch. clevelandbrowns.com

Waterloo Arts Fest

Visit the Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District in Cleveland’s Collinwood neighborhood on Sept. 14 for this year’s Waterloo Arts Fest. The fest in the artsy community will feature arts and culture throughout area galleries and spaces, and in creator booths along Waterloo Road. It will also have performances by local bands across several stages and activities for those of all ages. waterlooartsfest.org

Cleveland Pickle Fest

Back again for 2024, the dill, salt and spice of the Cleveland Pickle Fest will take over Mall C in downtown Cleveland Sept. 21. Put on by Greater Cleveland Volunteers and benefiting the service organization, the food festival celebrates pickles and more with food vendors and trucks, contests, music, family activities and more. clevelandpicklefest.com

Shining Star CLE

Hosted this year by the Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland for the first time, the annual Shining Star CLE high school solo singing competition returns for its eighth year. Don’t miss the finalists’ performances on Sept. 22, at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland in front of a live audience and panel of celebrity judges. Northeast Ohio students compete for $18,500 total in college scholarships. And, under the auspices of the Mandel JCC, Shining Star CLE will continue to connect people through music and support healthy aging programs and services the Mandel JCC provides. The Cleveland Jewish News is a media partner of the event. mandeljcc.org

High Holy Days

Enter year 5785 as Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, starts the evening of Oct. 2. Yom Kippur follows at sunset on Oct. 11. And finally, enjoy some outdoor time in a sukkah in observance of Sukkot, which begins at sunset Oct. 16. Stay current on all the local High Holy Day events and news with the Cleveland Jewish News – Jstyle’s sister newspaper. cjn.org

singles issue

Jstyle’s annual Singles Issue returns just in time for summer. In these pages, we highlight some of the most interesting single Jewish Clevelanders, all selected from community nominations. Our seven models visited some prime date locations in Moreland Hills – Cru Uncorked, ML Tavern, Flour and Luna Bakery & Cafe – for the photo shoot, dressed in seasonal fashion from local boutiques Jstyle partners with. Flip through these pages to meet the accomplished, genuine and stylish 2024 Jstyle singles.

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Jaime Bass

Age: 37

Hometown: Akron

Synagogue: Temple Israel in Akron

Work: Pediatric occupational therapist/certi ed hand therapist

About me: I radiate warmth, friendliness, and draw people to me. My values are strong in being empathetic toward others. I am silly, fun and I think I’m pretty funny. Most others also think I have a great sense of humor. I love a good meal and drink out, but also can appreciate binge-watching shows and a cozy glass of wine at home. My family and being a mom is everything to me. I hope I can nd someone that shares similar values.

Favorite place for dinner: Mexican and margaritas

Favorite for a drink: Anywhere with wine, good cocktails and music. I am not picky.

Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: I am looking for someone that shares values in treating others kindly. Someone who can appreciate their relationships with family and friends. Willingness to spend quality time together while also being exible when life becomes hectic. Handsome as well, #wink. Turno s or deal breakers: Lack of chemistry or a natural ow in conversation – at least after the rst awkward meetup.

Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher

A dating horror story: I could write a book. Let’s get through a few dates before I ll you in.

Celebrity crush: Drake

Song I belt in the car: “Dreams” by Stevie Nicks

Favorite Jewish holiday: Chanukah. Matching Chanukah pajamas from Target, wine, potato latkes, family movie night and crazy kids.

At a Jewish wedding you’d nd me... On the dance oor! Hopefully they have a good DJ.

Last trip to Israel: Unfortunately I never took an opportunity to go.

Favorite bat mitzvah memory: Bringing my mom’s non-Jewish family and my dad’s Jewish family to celebrate my hard work. Now as an adult, I can also look back and laugh at my mom in the middle of the dance oor with my friends.

To connect with me, the best way is... Email at jaimebass3@gmail.com

Jaime wears a sequined dress by FATE, a hot pink whip stitch clutch by Rebecca Minko and Hero Hoops with crystal by Native Gem, all from Knuth’s in Pepper Pike. Shoes by Ankis are her own.

Brian Rosen

Age: 37

Hometown: Cleveland Heights

Work: Senior admissions counselor at 2U

About me: I’m an old soul who is very loyal, caring, generous, sensitive, passionate and quick-witted.

I’m very close with my family and am most proud of being an uncle and a support system to those close to me. I am training to become a DDPY instructor (a hybrid form of yoga) and have a streak of over three years doing daily workouts. You can nd me spinning a record in my collection, watching sports (proud, tortured Cleveland/OSU fan) or the same TV shows on repeat, hiking or combing my hair (singular). Looking for my soul mate and adventure partner.

Favorite place for dinner: Heck’s for a great meal at a reasonable price, Dante in Tremont if I want to splurge.

Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: Loyal, understanding, intelligent and a great cheerleader who will be supportive of me. Bonus points if you’re good at nding the keys that I lost (possibly in my own hand) and ideally prefers talking to texting. Shared interests are important but also values independence.

Appreciates my uniqueness and personality.

Turno s or deal breakers: Lack of respect for others, unwilling to try new things/does not like to travel. Uninterested in having a family of our own. Not interested in living a lifestyle that focuses on health, but also is unwilling to splurge and let loose.

My bubbe would describe me as... The perfect catch, of course. Very kind, funny and always willing to try her latkes, despite not liking them, every year. Great with kids and able to relate to people from di erent backgrounds. Eclectic and a mensch who loves to travel. Loyal son, grandson, uncle and a great eater. Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher Hidden talent: I always know when to switch back to a live sporting event so as to not see commercials but not miss game action. Impressed, ladies?!

Favorite Jewish holiday: Passover. Before you sco at this, hear me out: I love being Jewish but I’m not religious and don’t keep Passover, so essentially it’s just a really great meal and the bomb dessert matzah. Bonus is my nephew singing the songs loud and proud.

To connect with me, the best way is... In 2024, social media probably works best or email. I’m on Facebook and Instagram (@brosen1999) and my email is rosen.95@gmail.com.

Brian is wearing a knit blazer, oral-patterned button down and jeans, all from arch. in Shaker Heights.

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Jenny Amador

Age: 29

Hometown: Westlake

Work: Systems engineer at NASA Glenn Research Center

About me: Adventurous Cleveland transplant with a love for curling, live music and indulging in mint chocolate chip ice cream. By day, I’m an engineer at NASA, driven by a passion for inspiring young girls in STEM. Family-oriented, avid reader and always up for new experiences with friends. National park lover who enjoys hiking and spending the night under the stars. Let’s have some fun exploring life’s wonders together!

Favorite place for dinner: Zhug in Cleveland Heights

Favorite place for a drink: Collision Bend in the Flats Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: I’m looking for a man who’s dependable, compassionate and smart, with a drive to achieve his goals while also making time for fun. A sense of humor, embracing spontaneity and a willingness to have new experiences together are also important to me.

Turno s or deal breakers: I’m turned o by people who have a negative attitude, are in exible when plans change, are closed-minded and who can’t keep up with my fast-paced lifestyle.

My bubbe would describe me as... Extremely observant and intuitive. She goes out of her way with thoughtful gestures to make other people feel really special.

Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher

Celebrity crush: Nick Jonas

Song I belt in the car: “Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording)”

Hidden talent: Picking the right size container for storing leftovers.

Favorite Jewish holiday: Rosh Hashanah – I love starting the new year sweetly with apples and honey. At a Jewish wedding you’d nd me... On the dance oor, especially during the “Wobble.”

Last trip to Israel: I did Birthright in 2014.

Favorite part of Jewish Cleveland: The community I have found through attending Shabbat clusters with The Bridge.

To connect with me, the best way is... Find me on Facebook or Instagram, @jennyam17.

Jenny

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wears a black tank and matching black pants by SHAN and a clutch by Michelle Wilhite from Lisa Moran Ltd. in Woodmere. Her turquoise and gold ower earrings by Bounkit are from Mulholland and Sachs in Woodmere.

Jeremy Greene

Age: 39

Hometown: Lyndhurst

Synagogue: Attends services with family at Kol HaLev in University Heights

Work: Giant Eagle at Legacy Village

About me: I am an avid sports fan –especially Cleveland sports. I am always on top of the latest news a ecting our teams. I love meeting people and hanging out with them. After a conversation with me, I will remember details about the people in your family that you talk about, and ask about them next time we meet. Family is a priority for me. I don’t like drama!

Favorite place for dinner: Any place with Mexican food Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: I would like to meet someone kind and funny, who is as happy hanging out as she is going out.

My bubbe would describe me as... A kind and thoughtful person who is devoted to the people he cares about.

Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher

Favorite Jewish holiday: I like the feasting at home with family and friends part of all Jewish holidays. Last trip to Israel: 2006

Favorite bar mitzvah memory: My bar mitzvah had an Indians (now Guardians) theme, and Slider came to the party.

To connect with me, the best way is... Facebook at bit.ly/45mony7

Jeremy is wearing a soft summer sportcoat made of cotton pique and jeans in khaki by Paige from J3 Clothing Company in Moreland Hills. His striped button-down shirt is his own.

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Hannah Firestone

Age: 27

Hometown: Beachwood

Synagogue: Chabad of Downtown Cleveland, though I attend holidays with my family at Park

Synagogue in Pepper Pike

Work: Attorney at KeyBank

About me: I strive to be authentic in all that I do and give others the bene t of the doubt. I pride myself on my resiliency, wit and passion for justice. I’m quick to laugh, curious about the world and most at ease when hiking in the woods. By day, I enjoy completing New York Times puzzles. After a night at the theater, conquering bar trivia or cheering on a Cleveland sports team, I curl up with my pets and read or write. My family and friends are indispensable characters in my own story, and like any strong heroine, I yearn for adventure.

Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: I seek someone funny, intelligent, kind and thoughtful, who is willing to take a stand for what he believes in. He should value Judaism and family, be a good communicator and listener, love being active and spending time outdoors, and just as comfortable staying in as he is going out.

Turno s or deal breakers: Passive aggressiveness, lack of ambition and curiosity, inability to laugh at themselves and be silly, closed-mindedness, lack of selfawareness, not an animal-lover and not wanting kids. Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher

Celebrity crushes: Henry Cavill, Adam Driver, Harrison Ford, Paul Rudd and Ben Barnes. Beyond their looks, I like that they all are philanthropic, can make me laugh and keep their personal lives relatively private.

At a Jewish wedding you’d nd me... Barefoot and smiling as I kill it on the dance oor. Although when I inevitably take a break to catch my breath, you’ll nd me sitting o to the side with family, enjoying company, conversation and a slice of cake.

Favorite bat mitzvah memory: Not my favorite, but my most memorable: My two older brothers and I dressed up and videoed ourselves doing Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” dance. It turned into the silly “Saturday Night Live” version with Justin Timberlake, the dogs were barking in the background and we all laughed so much. To connect with me, the best way is... Email me at h_s.w_ restone@yahoo.com.

Hannah wears a oral dress by tyler böe from Lisa Moran Ltd. Shoes by Bianca Di are her own.

Alex Deutchman

Age: 22

Hometown: Pepper Pike

Synagogue: The Temple-Tifereth Israel in Beachwood

Work: Adult probation case manager

About me: I am an animal-loving retired gure skater and true crime junkie. I am a proud Ohio University alum and love learning about and advocating for social justice issues I’m passionate about, speci cally wrongful conviction and criminal justice reform. I have a special place in my heart for mish mash soup, Costa Rica and my dog, Athena, named for Athens, Ohio (see “proud OU alum”).

Favorite place for dinner: Peppermint Thai in Pepper Pike

Qualities I’m looking for in a partner: I’m looking for someone who is driven and ambitious about their goals in life and strives to make a di erence no matter how small. Someone who is chivalrous, open to trying new things, up for a challenge and can make me laugh.

Turno s or deal breakers: A big turno for me is lack of communication. I’d rather be told things aren’t working out for you than have to guess.

Kosher or non-kosher dating habits: Not kosher

Celebrity crushes: Noah Kahan, Post Malone and Billie Eilish

Songs I belt in the car: “you should see me in a crown” by Billie Eilish and “False Con dence” by Noah Kahan

Hidden talent: I haven’t done it in a long time, but I have won multiple awards for printmaking.

Favorite Jewish holiday: Purim because it’s a second Halloween and I love dressing up. I also live for chocolate and Nutella hamantaschen and I think they should be added to Insomnia Cookies’ menu year-round.

Last trip to Israel: Birthright during summer 2022. Favorite part of Jewish Cleveland: The delis (I worked at Jack’s!)

To connect with me, the best way is.. At @alex.deutch on Instagram or on Facebook at facebook.com/alex.deutchman.

Alex wears a wide-leg jumpsuit by Ariella, a star-studded wristlet by Rebecca Minko , double two-tone cross necklaces by Julio, bracelets by Twisted, and clutch bag (seen on the cover) all from Knuth’s. Shoes by Jessica Simpson are her own.

Daniel Sommers

Age: 40

Hometown: Beachwood

Work: CEO and general counsel for AYC Security

About me: A traditional, hard working, caring and ambitious man. I care about helping others, making the world a better place and am always working to improve myself mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Favorite place for dinner or a drink: The Union Club in Cleveland Turno s or deal breakers: A lack of consideration for how one’s behavior a ects those around them.

Song I belt in the car: “Slide” by the Goo Goo Dolls Hidden talent: I play the piano, violin and guitar.

Favorite Jewish holiday: Rosh Hashanah because it’s sweet, happy and a time for renewal.

At a Jewish wedding, you’d nd me... Dancing

Last trip to Israel: December 2022

Favorite bar mitzvah memory: Reading from the Torah

Favorite part of Jewish Cleveland: I’m new here, so I’m still exploring!

To connect with me, the best way is.. Via email at daniel@aycsecurity.com

Daniel is wearing a sky blue window-pane sport jacket made of cotton and wool, a white shirt with light blue buttons by Eton; light-weight wool and linen pants by Meyer; and a matching pocket square, all from J3 Clothing Company. Brown leather belt is his own.

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Cru Uncorked

Looking for a classic, scenic date spot this summer? Cru Uncorked is ready to host you, boasting French cuisine, thousands of wines, lavish gardens and a serene space to connect.

Open since May 2017, the restaurant o ers a hint of the French countryside in Moreland Hills. Chris Oppewall, president at Cru Uncorked, tells Jstyle that the wine/food pairings and no-rush, secluded vibe make Cru an excellent spot for a date, or a nice, relaxing dinner with family or friends.

“There’s good energy here, there’s other people, it’s a lively enough

atmosphere, it’s fun – but our food is an experience and you kind of get to share that with somebody in a more intimate space,” he says.

One of Oppewall’s favorite aspects of Cru is its wine cellars.

“We have over 2,000 selections, so we have about 16,000 bottles to support that,” he says. “It’s so much fun to put that together, and it’s fun to get them out to tables.”

The blackberry farm-inspired gardens on the property also make Cru unique, he says. They not only beautify the space, but allow it to o er live music

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on Mondays throughout the summer, provide a space for larger dinner parties and host a greenhouse for microgreens and other edible plants.

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Inside, Cru also displays a signi cant art collection on its walls and French antiques throughout its interior design and furnishings – much of it focused on wine as well.

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CAPTURINGCONTRAST

Photographer Michal Chelbin discusses her ‘SEE ME’ exhibit in the Roe Green Gallery, photographing families of Israeli hostages

Michal Chelbin, “Swallow Bird” (2020). Inkjet archival print, 80 x 80 cm. Photo courtesy of Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

By Amanda Koehn

Last summer, the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Cleveland Israel Arts Connection started planning a Roe Green Gallery show of Israeli photographer Michal Chelbin’s works.

It started when curator and art dealer Matthew Garson, who is also the gallery’s volunteer director, visited Israel with the Cleveland Israel Arts Connection – the Federation’s program which brings Israeli artists and culture to Cleveland to help facilitate connections between the two communities. He became acquainted with Chelbin through a mutual contact, they hit it o and started planning her show at the Beachwood gallery.

Then on Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, killing about 1,200 people. Another 250 were taken captive. The attack began the war in Gaza which has killed more than 36,000 Palestinians, most of them women and children, according to the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry as of early June.

To Garson, it wasn’t clear at the time if the show would still happen. He was hesitant to even contact Chelbin immediately after the attacks, he tells Jstyle.

“It was just an art show, it seemed so unimportant compared to what was going on,” he says.

But despite delays in printing the photographs, when they arrived, framers were ready to go and the show opened without

Photographer Michal Chelbin and curator Matthew Garson in the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Roe Green Gallery, where Chelbin has her “SEE ME” exhibition on view, curated by Garson. Jstyle Photo / Amanda Koehn

Michal Chelbin’s “SEE ME” exhibit in the Roe Green Gallery. Jstyle Photo / Amanda Koehn

pause in January 2024. An opening reception and curator talk was held Jan. 21, and the show is on view through August. Entitled “SEE ME,” it encompasses photos taken over 20-plus years of Chelbin’s photography career, capturing both her personal creative and editorial work.

In May, Chelbin visited Cleveland and her show. Jstyle interviewed her and Garson in the Roe Green Gallery, where she discussed her artistic mission, background and recent experience photographing families of the hostages for Time magazine’s Nov. 6, 2023 cover story.

“I search for visual contrast in my work – things that seemingly don’t match,” she tells Jstyle. “And the visual contrast creates an emotional contrast.”

‘SEE ME’

The 28 photos in Chelbin’s “SEE ME” exhibit explore her artistic take on her subjects’ identities and roles. According to the exhibit’s description, “Chelbin’s photography attempts to capture human stories in everyday life; the identities of people not in the mainstream, many of them belonging to the edge of society and existing in the space between the odd and the ordinary. Her main themes are not social or topical, but collective and mythical; she searches for people who have a legendary quality in them.”

Her work spans locations around the world, often choosing to photograph uniformed and young people in staged scenarios.

“She’s traveled all over the world in taking photographs and I wanted to incorporate the full extent of her work – both commercial and her personal work,” says Garson, adding he’s followed Chelbin’s photography for years.

A native of Haifa, Chelbin graduated from the college

WIZO Haifa Academy of Design and Education. She was also a military photographer in the Israel Defense Forces in which she practiced staging photos of soldiers. For one seven-year project, she photographed prisoners in Ukraine and Russia.

Chelbin uses lm to photograph with natural light only and no digital color correcting, Garson says. Her work is featured in the Cleveland Museum of Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Getty Center in LA, The Jewish Museum in New York, Tel Aviv Museum of Art, SFMOMA in San Francisco and beyond, according to her website. She’s also a contributor to magazines such as The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, GQ, The Guardian, The Sunday Times, the Financial Times, Le Monde and more.

One of Chelbin’s favorite photos in the “SEE ME” exhibit depicts four matadors in Spain. In “Young Matadors in the Bush” (2018), the matadors wear colorful uniforms, contrasted with their stoic facial expressions and being photographed in a bush. Another, “Nikita and Nastya” (2019) shows two children hanging from a rafter during a prom in Ukraine. She highlights seemingly contrasting features of a subject’s identity – like masculinity and fragility, or children dressed like adults, or costumes that don’t match their backdrop – to capture a viewer’s interest. For her commercial work, fashion replaces the uniforms, she says.

“The thing that interests me in my work is when fantasy meets reality,” she says. “… When I started taking pictures, I created my own world in studios, like building big scenes. And then I moved on to documenting circuses, and this is the place where reality meets fantasy every day. Afterward, it was something that guided me throughout my career.”

On a creative shoot, Chelbin will often spend the rst day with her camera in her bag, getting a sense of the place and

Michal Chelbin, “Young Matadors in the Bush,” Spain (2018). Inkjet archival print, 19 x 19 inches. Photo courtesy of Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

Michal Chelbin, “Nikita and Nastya,” Ukraine (2019). Inkjet archival print, 19 x 19 inches. Photo courtesy of Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

people there. Then, she’ll identify people to photograph who have a “legendary quality,” Garson says.

“You don’t see the matadors (photographed) inside a ring because that’s what you would expect,” he says. “Instead, you put them on a hill or in a bush with this simple expression, and the viewer then looks at it and says, ‘Why?’ And that questioning ... that’s sort of how I came up with the (exhibit’s) name. She forces the viewer to look and ‘SEE ME” and gure out who is this person and what is their identity.”

PHOTOGRAPHING FAMILIES OF HOSTAGES

Immediately after the Oct. 7 attacks, Chelbin says she wanted to raise awareness about what happened. Having been a regular contributor to international magazines – she lived in New York for several years which helped build her editorial connections – she pitched Time magazine. Time was doing a story on the hostage situation, and Chelbin was assigned to travel across Israel and photograph 13 families of the hostages – all in four days, in the chaotic rst week after the attacks.

Di erent than her creative work and past editorial assignments, she had a short amount of time to photograph each family – she spent about 30 minutes in each home, she says, not wanting to be too intrusive. Family members were photographed with pictures of their missing loved one, showing raw emotion that didn’t need signi cant staging. She called the situation “tough and confusing.”

“I didn’t want to force myself on those families,” she says. “… During that week, they weren’t approached by any government representatives, hardly the army, they were very confused. Sometimes it would be us as the rst ones to come to (them). ... Sometimes they just wanted to talk and share the story, and sometimes needed a hug.”

Her powerful photos were featured in the Nov. 6 issue of Time – including on the cover – with the story, “The Hostage Nightmare.” The magazine also named her photos to its Best Photos of 2023 list.

While Chelbin says she wishes she never had a reason to take these photos, it was important to share the hostages’ stories on such a large platform across the world.

“What you see is the reality of the way these people feel,” Garson says of the families’ photos, noting that at the time, many of the families didn’t know if their loved ones were alive or dead. “... That rst week was chaos – they didn’t know what was going on. Everyone was in shock.”

Showing Chelbin’s work at this crucial time reiterated the intended mission of the Cleveland Israel Arts Connection, Garson says.

“Our goal is to bring Israel art of all disciplines to Cleveland and expose the Cleveland community, and we try and pick important and relevant artists of our times,” he says, adding that to select a photographer who captured such important, timely and devastating subject matter for a major magazine helps demonstrate the gallery’s emphasis on top-tier, current work.

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This was the artist’s rst visit to Cleveland and her engagements over several days in early May included a talk at the Maltz Museum in Beachwood and a brunch at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Chelbin says since the war began, she’s lost connections to projects in Europe, linked to her being Israeli. She notes her country’s current isolation due to the war, in which universities have canceled student exchanges, and Israeli theater and dance groups have had performances abroad canceled or postponed due to security and challenges of perception –despite these individual institutions not being a liated with Israeli government. Thus, she’s currently working on projects in Israel, including photographing the Batsheva Dance Company, a leading dance troupe there. For the rst time, she’s photographing moving scenes, Garson says. sj

ON VIEW

“SEE ME” by Michal Chelbin is on view through August in the Roe Green Gallery at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, 25701 Science Park Drive, Beachwood. To schedule viewing appointments or group tours, contact israelarts@ jewishcleveland.org or 216-593-2890.

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6, 2023 issue of Time

the story, “The Hostage Nightmare.” Image courtesy of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland

THREADS FASHION

Sweet Summer Styles

By Courtney Byrnes

As a wide range of styles trend this summer, fashion-focused shoppers are bound to nd new closet staples that match their personal aesthetic and are perfect for all types of warm-weather events.

Whether you’re going for a classic denim look, in need of more ribbons and bows as the coquette trend extends into a

new season, or want to keep it preppy, Isabel Pritchett, owner of Sanity in Chagrin Falls, has you covered. She shares with Jstyle some of the great pieces currently at the fashion boutique to prepare for the months ahead.

“We’re so excited about the warm summer months,” Pritchett says. “And these pieces are just so perfect for the months to come.”

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Denim

Traditionally most popular in the form of a reliable pair of pants, denim has taken many forms over the years, such as the DIY denim handbags of the late 1990s and early 2000s. And, the summer of 2024 is no di erent.

While the turn of the century saw denim as popular in accessories, two decades later, denim is now an out t all of its own, Pritchett says. Denim rompers, like the Hallie denim romper, and dresses, like the Marco denim ru e sleeve dress, are “one-and-done types of piece(s),” making planning an out t a little easier.

Made from a light chambray denim, the Marco dress o ers a light and airy option “for when it is hot outside, but still looks so put together,” Pritchett says. “And the ru es really give it that feminine vibe.”

Coquette

Few trends highlight your feminine side better than the continuation of the coquette aesthetic.

“It’s all about the bows and the ru es, and it’s super girly, super feminine,” Pritchett says. “And we’re seeing it so many di erent ways.”

From short statement dresses to long, owy sundresses, the coquette style o ers a range of options perfect for keeping it classy at any bridal or baby shower this summer. Pritchett picks out the Monica large bow dress with buttons and a big bow accenting the front, and the Lena sleeveless mini dress with ribbon details as great short dress options.

For a longer dress style, Pritchett chooses the Kim one-shoulder polka dot dress, the Casella dress and Addie oral-print dress, showing o ru es, lace and satin ribbons, and smock detailing.

Preppy

It may be summer vacation, but the preppy style is taking us back to school – at least for fashion inspiration.

For this smart look, Pritchett pairs nice slacks – like the Bevy Flog Nansi gray stripe pants, made in Israel – with a mixed-media shirt, like the Nation LTD Joelene V-neck top, a cotton shirt with poplin sleeves.

And just as any well-rounded student knows, school isn’t just about academics. Pritchett takes the preppy to sporty with the Lola romper so you can still dress in the aesthetic while staying active and comfortable.

“If you’ve been paying attention to all the trends right now, tennis is such a big trend – tennis dress, the tennis uniform,” she says. “And this totally has that tennis feel to it. You can really dress it up, too, with a great gold earring, gold jewelry, silver jewelry, too. That is huge now.” sj

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Above: Kim one-shoulder polka dot dress, from left, Casella dress and Addie oral-print dress.

Below: Lola romper, from left, Bevy Flog Nansi gray stripe pants, which are made in Israel, and Nation LTD Joelene V-neck top.

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BEAUTY

Colorful Creations

By Abigail Preiszig

As the summer heat returns, so do colorful and creative manicures.

“Any shade of yellow and pink from pastel to neons, delicate oral designs and tie-dye nails,” are some of the top requests for the season, says Jamie Spaid, founder of the Manifest salon at the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights.

Tie-dye nails are created with blooming gel to help achieve the tie-dye e ect, or nail artists can go through and hand paint each nail for a more intricate and customized look, Spaid says.

For a playful spin on a classic style, creating French tips in various colors is another emerging trend, with one of the most popular colors being green, she adds.

Pastel colors are also back for the warmer months – but this time with a shiny twist, created by layering chrome over any base color.

“To achieve pastel chrome, you can pick any color you wish and the nail tech uses a chrome powder applied to the polish,” she says.

Can’t decide on a color or trend? Spaid says mismatched nail art remains popular, allowing you to combine several di erent designs and trends fashionably.

Mismatched nail art by Morena DiFranco. Photos courtesy of Manifest

Floral nail art designs by Megan Kofol and Olga Murdakhaev.

Nosh News

Appetizing bites about Jewish chefs,restaurateurs and community staples

By Lydia Kacala

Fiamma by Mendel to open this summer

A new kosher dairy restaurant, Fiamma by Mendel, will open at Eton Chagrin Boulevard at 28699 Chagrin Blvd. in Woodmere this summer in the former Mabel’s BBQ location.

The kosher menu will include artisanal wood- red pizza, handmade pasta, fresh seafood and salads, putting the emphasis on quality and freshness in the restaurant and combining Jewish and Italian culinary traditions, according to a news release. The menu will exclude meat.

Odd Fellows opening in Chagrin Falls

“Fiamma is not just a restaurant, it’s a culinary journey,”

Mendel Segal, owner and operator of Mendel’s Food Group LLC, says in the release. “Our mission is to deliver top-quality food and beverages centered around the wood- re, while providing our guests with exceptional service and a warm, inviting atmosphere.”

Segal, who also owns Mendel’s KC BBQ in Shaker Heights, has been interested in “more artisanal” true Italian, Neapolitan food since he discovered it a few years ago, he tells Jstyle.

Brad Friedlander and Michael DuBois, business partners and restaurateurs, will open Odd Fellows, a new restaurant at 16 N. Main St. in Chagrin Falls, this month.

Odd Fellows will take over the space formerly occupied by Aurelia – Honest Food and Drink in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows building, a fraternal organization made up of men who “sought self-ful llment” and valued “friendship, love and truth,” according to a news release. The organization was developed in 1819 in the United States.

The menu will take inspiration from seasonal recipes of Moxie, the Restaurant – a previous Beachwood restaurant of Friedlander’s. Dishes will be made from scratch with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

“I opened Moxie in 1998, and it quickly emerged as a standout in the Cleveland culinary landscape, as well as being named by Esquire magazine as one of the best new restaurants in the country,” Friedlander says in the release. “Ever since its closure in 2019, patrons have continually asked about their favorite dish or recipe, and we will honor those favorites when we create new recipes for Odd Fellows.”

Odd Fellows, which will seat 56 people, will absorb Aurelia’s sta , with former employees of Moxie joining the team as well, the release notes.

Mister Brisket celebrates 50 years

Mister Brisket at 2156 S. Taylor Road in Cleveland Heights is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, after being founded in 1974 by Sanford Herskovitz.

Herskovitz, owner Hank Kornblut’s stepfather, started the business after his mother gave him the wholesale accounts from his father’s grocery business, Kornblut tells Jstyle.

After he received the wholesale accounts, Herskovitz started going to downtown Cleveland when the meat packing district was in full swing, Kornblut says. There, he would visit butcher shops and slaughterhouses, and ask questions to learn about the industry.

While the future of the shop hasn’t been fully laid out, Kornblut says he hopes the Mister Brisket name will live on and still be around after the next 50 years.

For up-to-date Nosh News of restaurant happenings around Northeast Ohio, visit Jstyle’s sister publication, the Cleveland Jewish News, at cjn.org/features/nosh

Michael DuBois, left, and Brad Friedlander are opening Odd Fellows in Chagrin Falls. Submitted photo

A brisket sandwich served with a pickle in Mister Brisket’s dining room. Jstyle photo

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Bitters SWEET

By: Carlo Wolff

Cent’ Anni is an amaro dream come true

Keep your eyes peeled for Cent’ Anni, the specialty cocktail bar that opened in Cleveland’s Little Italy neighborhood this winter. The bar, which is devoted to Italian bitters, is a short walk from Mayfield Road near its corner with East 124th Place.

It seats 40 inside, a multi-partitioned, creatively appointed and entertaining space that used to be a one-bedroom apartment. Another 40 can share tables outside, a natural resting place, particularly for summer strollers. There’s no storefront, but a jazzy Cent’ Anni sign suggests another world awaits. Take the step and enter.

“Cent’ Anni is the culmination of my passion for hospitality, my intense interest in the history of spirits and cocktails, and my fascination and admiration for those at the top of the cocktail world,” says Michael Paley, a former resident of Little Italy who now lives in Cleveland Heights, and one of the partners behind the bar. “I love the art and craft of cocktails and the practice of super hospitality.”

A group of eight businessmen spearheaded by Paley, a radiologist, brought this avorful homage to all things Italian –particularly the drinks, mostly herb-based, that country is known for – to fruition. Cent’ Anni is Paley’s vision.

A longtime fan of Little Italy, a popular Cleveland tourist area, Paley honed the idea that became Cent’ Anni with David Orlo , a businessman and fellow amaro lover he met before COVID-19. Paley was a congregant of Park Synagogue, now in Pepper Pike, as a child and raised his own children through The TempleTifereth Israel in Beachwood. His brother, Andrew, is a rabbi in Dallas, and his great-grandfather, Eiser Paley, was a rabbi at Heights Jewish Center Synagogue in University Heights.

Orlo and Paley were introduced by Terry Tarantino, the

owner of La Dolce Vita, an Italian restaurant at May eld and Murray Hill roads, and the two bonded over the notion of a dedicated cocktail bar that would complement the area’s restaurants and gastropubs. Orlo and his partners, a group of investors who buy buildings in Little Italy for renovation and repurposing, had similar interests.

An insurance specialist at Oswald Companies, Orlo also is a member of Preservation Partners of Little Italy, an interdisciplinary group that includes a lawyer, a professional sports coach and a former industrialist. After Paley and Orlo began to formulate a bar specializing in the aperitivos and digestifs both favor, Preservation Partners brought Paley into the venture, along with Valerio Iorio, owner of the nearby restaurant Valerio’s. The group also includes Marc Glassman, owner of the Marc’s discount grocery-pharmacy chain.

“David Orlo and I are very hands-on, and Mike Fratello is also very hands-on when he is not traveling for basketball,” says Paley in a nod to the former Cleveland Cavaliers coach who is also part of the Cent’ Anni backers group. “We are not exactly owner-operators, but I oversee operations and David is handson with the construction, physical plant and also involved with overseeing the nances and social media.”

“We all have our various roles in this project,” says Orlo of Cent’ Anni, a “pizza bagel” whose mother is Italian and father is Jewish. “I was the one who has the relationships with the contractors, so I took on the responsibility of having the place

Above: A Cent’ Anni amaro ight, from left, Amaro Montenegro, Amaro Averna, Braulio and Fernet-Branca. Opposite page: House Negroni, left, and L’Industria cocktails. Photos / Michael C. Butz and Carlo Wol

Cent’ Anni’s backers*

•Jay Lucarelli – owner of Minutemen Staffing. He handles payroll and HR.

•Michael Paley – radiologist who handles cocktail design and the overall concept for the bar.

•David Orloff – vice president, specialty life at Oswald Companies.

•Nicholas DiCello – partner at Spangenberg Shibley & Liber LLP. Counsel for legal matters.

•Marc Glassman – owner of Marc’s grocery stores. Use of his entity for various bar items and contacts.

•Valerio Iorio – owner of Valerio’s. Responsible for the pizza served and provides overall guidance on food and restaurant operation.

•Mike Fratello – former head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Involved in many aspects of the bar ranging from staff management and direction, build-out recommendations, social media coordination and promotional aspects.

•Bob Reiner – retired former owner of Joshen Paper & Packaging. He is the pied piper of the group – the one who brought most of the backers together, and it is his relationships that helped strengthen the group.

*As told to Jstyle by David Orloff

Cent’ Anni’s style is created with art deco wallpaper, discreet lighting and artwork throughout the bar.

built. Everyone else has contributed in various ways as well. Also, being a partner at Oswald Companies, naturally, I was responsible for having the insurance placed as well.”

Iorio, meanwhile, long wanted to open a pizza place, so becoming a partner in Cent’ Anni was a natural. He will run the pizza operation opening soon at the bar.

“It made more sense to do everything together,” Iorio says, “so that’s what we did. Everything is in place.”

“And having this all together allows us to serve drinks outside,” Paley adds. “It’s all about the liquor license. That’s the way it works.”

AMARO AMBIANCE

The 900 square feet inside Cent’ Anni spotlight a dark, glossy bar stocked with amaros, including ones from Paley’s private collection. Sensual art deco wallpaper, discreet lighting and large paintings of fanciful gures adorn several walls, diverse seating from group tables to intimate nooks encourages sociability, and the overall ambiance is inviting. Slightly edgy, big-time classy, Cent’ Anni aims to enhance a neighborhood Paley has grown to love.

Although some of his partners wanted to create a speakeasy, Paley had another idea. Speakeasies frequently feature evocations of Prohibition, when alcohol was outlawed and people had to break the law for a snootful. Even though Cent’ Anni is in a back alley, there’s nothing clandestine about it, he says. “We’re not really doing that secret thing.”

“We speak loudly,” says Iorio. As do the bitters Cent’ Anni o ers. They include such Paley raves as Cynar, a rich, artichokebased aperitivo; Sfumato, a smoky, woodsy variant; velvety Braulio; and Fernet-Branca, an edgy amaro that also works wonders on upset stomachs.

Such an array would make up a representative amaro flight during the bar’s Aperitivo Hour late afternoons, when Cent’ Anni serves craft cocktails that are purposely lower in alcohol content. Don’t look for a happy hour boasting cut prices and drinking to excess. The idea here, says Paley, is to offer guests an opportunity to relax, to soften the transition from the work day to the evening. Aperitivo Hour runs from 4 to 6 p.m., and all drinks are slightly pricier than those on the regular menu but come with nuts, olives and chips –snacks like bars in Italy offer to welcome customers for a before dinner drink.

Cent’ Anni also o ers a charcuterie board, and bites of ricotta on bread (including a vegetarian option). Bar sta prepares the boards, and eight di erent Sicilian-style pizzas will be available soon. There also is a well-curated selection of Italian beer, sodas, cider and wine.

“The theme of this bar was my concept,” Paley says, “a kind of bar that celebrates Italian product, the aperitivo phenomenon and just amaro. I thought it just t the neighborhood. That to me was what made sense in this neighborhood – to have something that celebrates Italian drinking style and culture.” sj

Inside RAYE

New Shaker Heights apartment complex ready to become a beacon of modern luxury

By Alyssa Schmitt

In Shaker Heights – a city renowned for its rich history and timeless architecture – a new chapter is being written in glass and concrete with RAYE. The 199-foot new luxury apartment complex illuminates the hustle and bustle of the Van Aken District, and brings a unique opportunity for high-rise living to the east side.

Still under construction, the 227-unit complex is set to open in September. It’s phase two of the Van Aken District development plan conducted by RMS Developers. The complex boasts luxury amenities like a full-service concierge, heated saltwater pool, fitness facility, private yoga studio and treatment rooms, and ground-floor and eighth-floor lounges.

The complex is comprised of three types of apartments: standard, the least expensive starting at $1,500 monthly, will have one to two bedrooms; premium units will have two to three bedrooms, starting at $5,400 a month; and penthouse, the most expensive set at $12,000 a month, will have three to four bedrooms. The apartment units range from 650 to 3,200 square feet.

Jon Ratner, principal at RMS Developers, says each apartment style speaks to the nishings of the unit and the size, but the distinguishing characteristic is the placement of the units in the building. This makes the premium and penthouse units sit higher up, capitalizing on the expansive views and natural light. The elevated position allows residents to enjoy panoramic vistas of the cityscape, Lake Erie and Shaker Heights Country Club’s golf course across the street.

Due to a heavy in ux of inquiries, leasing for the premium and penthouse units became available earlier than planned, Ratner tells Jstyle. All seven of the penthouses have been claimed –including one by Ratner, who plans to move into the complex –and about half of the 35 premium units have signed tenants.

“We’ve had an overwhelming amount of interest in this building from early on,” says Ratner, who is a congregant at Park Synagogue in Pepper Pike. “Architecturally, it’s di erent. But it’s just a unique housing option, particularly for the east side.”

A SHORT HISTORY OF THE VAN AKEN DISTRICT

Ratner and his family have owned the area containing the Van Aken District since Albert Ratner purchased it in 1955 – then on four acres of land. It started o as a plaza shopping center.

The idea to re-energize the area started in 2012, when Shaker Heights knew it wanted a new city center, Ratner explains, and the family business was familiar with building mixed-use town centers. A planning period took place with input from the community as to what that would look like, and demolition started in November 2016.

The Van Aken District reopened in October 2018, marking its rst phase. That phase included restaurants, stores, o ces and Upstairs at Van Aken, a 103-unit apartment complex.

Ratner says the redevelopment of Shaker’s Van Aken District was done in partnership with the city, adding that the city was the true catalyst in many ways.

“To do great public-private partnerships, you truly need a spirit of collaboration, and we’ve had that,” he says. “The goal was to create a new downtown for Shaker. … And I’m hoping the new building can just add to the sense of that.”

A LIGHT, MODERN DESIGN

Since the beginning of the Van Aken District development, the plan was to take the open lot on Farnsleigh Road and build an apartment during phase two of the process, says Ratner.

The question then became how tall the building would have to be to contain about 250 units on two-and-a-half acres of land, while tting in a suburban community like Shaker. The answer came from architectural rm SCB, based in Chicago, which designed a complex with two towers – one with 18 oors and the other with 15 – with two bridges connecting the buildings. The bridges are not passageways but rather units that o er oor-to-ceiling windows on both sides.

This creates a hole-in-the-middle concept, allowing the

Above: A rendering of what a premium unit at RAYE might look like. Rendering / Asimou George Architecture + Design

Opposite page: RAYE, a new luxury apartment complex, is set to open in Shaker Heights in September. Photo / Sonny Lindsey

building to capture light and the essence of space, providing the desired density and urbanity while maintaining an ethereal, light- lled aesthetic. This design enables the building to gracefully re ect its surroundings as sunlight lters through a canopy, not overshadowing its neighbors.

“The building doesn’t feel so imposing and so massive – it’s got this lightness to it,” Ratner says.

The complex’s name was carefully chosen to re ect that same feeling of lightness and transparency the building evokes.

“We want the building to always live with a sense of lightness and openness,” Ratner explains. “RAYE speaks to rays of light. (It) could be sunlight bouncing o the building, it could be moonlight kind of casting light onto the building, it could be light emanating from the building and glowing outward.”

While not setting out to change Shaker’s cityscape, the complex inevitably did so by becoming the tallest building in the city. Previously, that notability had gone to Tower East on Chagrin Boulevard, which is 12 stories.

The grandeur of the building begins to set in once one ascends to the eighth oor, where views of downtown Cleveland start to come into sight. Ratner says the full e ect takes place on oors 10 and up, once a complete view of downtown and Lake Erie appears.

“Being in a suburb in the way Shaker is located, we don’t really have very many options particularly from a housing perspective to be so high up and look back upon the city and

see these great views kind of unfolding before us,” Ratner says. When SCB set out to nd a design to anchor the building into the city while also establishing a modern element, the rm drew inspiration from the Tudor homes in the surrounding neighborhood. These homes are characterized by their distinctive black and white patterns, created through a combination of dark wooden beams and light stucco walls. In a nod to this aesthetic, SCB adapted this design pattern for the new apartment complex by incorporating glass panels and using mullions to frame it in a similar, Tudor-like style.

“What we tried to do is use modern materials and modern execution but in a very pared-down way,” Ratner says. “There’s not a lot of embellishment, there’s not a lot of extra detail for extra detail sake. It’s clean. It’s simple. It’s meant to be elegant. It’s meant to be crystally and again goes back to the name, RAYE.”

A DOWNSIZING OPTION

Shaker Heights is known as a “garden city,” Ratner says, meaning it is predominantly residential and parks are easily walkable. However, the city’s large number of homes has created a scenario where people are aging in place and now considering downsizing.

“While Shaker is known for its housing, it becomes very hard to move out,” Ratner says. “It becomes these legacy assets for people, and it’s like, where do you go next?”

RAYE could serve as that next move for adults entering their next stage of life and wanting to downsize into an amenitylled apartment. And as those individuals leave their houses, it gives younger families the option to move into a Shaker house and re-energize the city, Ratner says.

“This has given us an outlet,” Ratner says. “It’s sort of taking the pressure o a little bit of the housing stock in Shaker because we can sort of help those people downsize out of their current homes and help a whole new cohort of people move into the city.”

One such future RAYE resident is Sonya Vogel, a congregant of Park Synagogue who plans to move into a penthouse on the 17th oor with her husband, Mark, in September.

Vogel explains that she and her husband recently became empty nesters when their youngest child went o to school, and they wanted to shift away from managing a house but didn’t want to leave Shaker Heights, where they’ve lived for 25 years.

“We love Shaker,” she says. “We’ve been here for a couple of decades. We love the diversity of it. We wanted to stay in an area that was close to restaurants. … RAYE was the perfect place for us.”

The couple is already familiar with high-rise living from their apartment in Florida where they spend winters, Vogel says.

“We’ve already kind of experienced that easier living experience and we really enjoyed it,” she says, adding they’ll be spending longer chunks of time in Florida so they wouldn’t be using their house as much.

She says they were also interested in the complex because of its high-end o erings, providing all the amenities they need.

“There’s nothing quite like Van Aken in this area,” she says. “For me, I wanted a brand new, high-end building with the speci c amenities that RAYE is o ering.” sj

Above: A rendering of the community room on the ground oor might look like. Rendering / Asimou George Architecture + Design

Below: A blueprint of the Van Aken area when it was originally purchased in 1955. Jstyle Photo / Alyssa Schmitt

Der Blinde (The Blind Man) by F. M. Jansen, 1925 Collection of Kevin and Meg Kinney

Ideas for incorporating modern decor, features inside your home

By Kaitlyn Finchler

Updated features and additions to a home that subtly incorporate current decor trends can make the space more livable and enjoyable in the present. For that reason, Wendy Berry, owner and principal designer of W Design Interiors in Chagrin Falls, shares some ideas and inspiration to elevate a home.

MORNING KITCHENS AND CONCEALED PANTRIES

You know when you wake up in the morning, instantly parched, and the only thing you can think of is your next sip of water? But you don’t want to walk to the kitchen – that’s just too much e ort after an early alarm clock. Morning kitchens, Berry says, are a solution, o ering a kitchen-esque air to an upstairs. They can include a beverage refrigerator, co ee bar and other amenities right o the primary bedroom.

“When you wake up in the morning, you can go get your cup of co ee and come right back to bed,” Berry says. “Or we’ll do wine coolers and wine glasses. When we do our installs, we set them up just as you imagine using them.”

On the other hand, when you do feel like moseying down to the kitchen, concealed or hidden butler pantries can save space and leave the area sleek.

“We’ve done where you walk through (and) what looks like a cabinet, refrigerator or a pantry cabinet, you literally walk into another room,” Berry says. “They’re completely concealed.”

Photos courtesy of W Design Interiors

NATURAL MATERIALS AND TEXTURES

While an all-white kitchen can give a cleancut look, sometimes maintaining existing or adding natural warm wood, texture or mixed metal nishes in a house can bring out its spunk.

“A trend in architectural detailing can be using really warm wood and organic materials,” Berry says. “Adding some natural stone to places where there’s a backsplash, a countertop in a powder room, or natural wood tones from walnut to even sometimes as light as a pine.”

Some work W Design Interiors has done, Berry says, involves incorporating mixed metals such as a polished nickel with antique brass, creating a timeless look.

“What’s nice is when you do a wood island with (a white kitchen), or sometimes we’ll do a white kitchen and we’ll do glass upper cabinets,” she says. “Behind the glass, the whole interior of that cabinet might be in walnut.”

INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES

Summer means sipping lemonade on a porch, or laying outside underneath an umbrella or shaded covering. But, one space can do both. Berry says indoor-outdoor living spaces are a great way to give an “inside feel” to an outdoor space.

“Whether it’s umbrellas or a motorized shade that goes in the back of the house, it gives you that feeling of being indoors,” Berry says. She also notes that re pits and candle tabletop LED lights can be decorative and convenient pieces to add in such spots. These are especially bene cial for spaces without much lighting, creating a glow inside.

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