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Home Remodeling Fair Community Improvement Awards Sustainability Cain Park Season Preview Around Town Our Schools

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Dates to Remember

Inside Home Remodeling Fair

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City News

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Sustainability

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Community Improvement Awards

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Share the Road

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Commerce

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Cain Park Preview

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Friends of Cain Park

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Around Town

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MLK, Jr. Contest Winners

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Recreation

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The Early Years

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Senior Scene

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Our Schools

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Saturday, April 6

Community Home Remodeling Fair, 9:30 am-1:30 pm Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle

Wednesday, April 24

Earth Day Run/Walk, 6:45 pm, Forest Hill Park

Monday, May 6

American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2:00-7:00 pm Cleveland Heights Community Center South Atrium

Saturday, May 18

Community Shredding Day, City Hall parking lot 9:00 am-12:00 noon, 40 Severance Circle

Wednesday, May 22

Safety Town registration, 6:00-8:00 pm Cleveland Heights City Hall (Lower Level)

Saturday, May 25

residents only, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Monday, May 27

Memorial Day, City Hall and the Community Center closed Memorial Day Ceremony, 10:30 am, Veterans Memorial Cumberland Park

Saturday, June 1

9:00 am-5:00 pm

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2013 Home Remodeling Fair Saturday, April 6, 2013 – 9:30 am-1:30 pm Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle This is the time of year that many homeowners start thinking about repairs, improvements, changes and additions to their homes. Maybe it’s time to update a kitchen or bathroom, add a family room, or build a deck. Perhaps you are planning to paint your home or install a new driveway. Is this the year you plan to landscape? Whatever your home repair or remodeling plans or outside projects, start with the Community Home Remodeling Fair on Saturday, April 6, 9:30 am-1:30 pm at Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle. This free event will provide information on many home repair and remodeling tasks, especially “big ticket� projects, where it is particularly important to make wise decisions. The Fair will feature “Ask an Expert� advice tables, where homeowners can ask questions of professionals representing such areas as: ( Heating & Cooling ( Plumbing ( Sewer Cleaning & Basement ) ( Air Quality & Mold Remediation ( Rain Barrels ( $ ( Insulation

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Solar Panels Electrical Windows & Doors Exterior Painting Paint Products New Garages Concrete Masonry

In addition, representatives from local banks, community organizations, and the City of Cleveland Heights will be available to discuss how they can help homeowners complete renovation projects. Also featured at the Fair will be workshops on the following topics: 10:00–11:00 am

11:15 am–12:15 pm

12:30–1:30 pm

“Greening & Preserving Your Historic (or Not-So-Historic) Home� Chuck Miller, Doty & Miller Architects Learn how using environmentally friendly practices, procedures, and materials for your next worth more to you and the next generation of home buyers. “Installing a Rain Garden� J. Meiring Borcherds Watershed Coordinator, Cuyahoga County Board of Health Learn how a rain garden works and what you need to do to install one. “Adding Solar: Exploring Your Options� Astrum Solar Is solar power practical here in Northeastern Ohio? Come and learn what products and technologies homeowners might consider adding to their home, and the potential costs and

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City News Housing Report

Fire Department News

The federally-funded Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) begun in 2009 is winding down. NSP was designed to assist local communities in addressing the housing crisis created by foreclosed properties. The City’s Housing Preserva /

of twelve single-family homes, all sold to owner-occupants. Two additional properties are currently being renovated and will soon be listed. To inquire about buying a NSP house, call our Relocation / 216-291-2323.

Hydrant Flushing ! % 7 = hydrants throughout the community beginning Tuesday, April 2, 2013. This activity, which is necessary to maintain ' through the month and into May, and will take place Tuesday-Friday throughout the day. Signs will be posted on the hydrants in the area that are being = $ are encouraged to check their water daily for rust before drinking or washing clothes. If rust does get into a wash load, rust remover is available at the Water Department in City Hall or at Fire Station >@ UVVX Z $

The NSP program, as well as funds managed by the Cuyahoga County Land Reutilization Corporation, can be used to demolish vacant foreclosed houses in deteriorated conditions. These demolitions assist our neighborhoods by eliminating the blighted structures. A lien totaling the demolition cost is then placed on the property. The City does not always have title to these vacant parcels. Should you have questions regarding a vacant parcel, please contact Karen Knittel at kknittel@clvhts.com.

Community Shredding Day Saturday, May 18 9:00 am-12:00 noon Cleveland Heights City Hall Parking Lott (40 Severance Circle) 7 ; < invoices or other personal unwanted documents to be shredded onsite. Limit of 10 boxes per person, please. Questions? Call Community Relations, 216-291-2323.

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Change Your Batteries! Smoke detectors can save your life, but a detector cannot do its work without a fresh battery. When we changed to Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 10, did you change your smoke detectors’ [ \

Meet Your Police Just a reminder that the Cleveland Heights Police Department sponsors “Meet Your Police� every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the lower level of Cleveland Heights City Hall. Residents have the opportunity to talk in an informal setting on any topic with a ranking member of the Department. It provides a chance for community residents to meet and interact directly with their

Cleveland Heights City Council and the Police Department realize that community relations and problem solving in our city requires two-way communication between our citizens and their police force. The “Meet Your Police� program helps to strengthen that partnership. You may also email the Police directly at myp@clvhts.com.

Boards and Commissions Citizens Advisory Committee Cleveland Heights Council recently

' CAC, which provides a means for the community to obtain information on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, assists in the evaluation and preparation of the CDBG yearly application, participates in monitoring the implementation of the CDBG program, and reviews the City’s annual CDBG budget. New appointees are Melissa Bilancini, Jessica Cohen, Carol Gibson, Kahlil Seren and George Witherspoon. Bilancini, of Euclid Heights Boulevard, is a Policy Coordinator at the ACLU of Ohio. Cohen is Director of Grants and Foundations at Friends of Breakthrough Schools and lives on Bainbridge Road. Gibson, who is a Wilton Road resident, is a retired teacher and church administrator and has been an active member of the League of Women Voters. Seren is employed by the Cuyahoga County Council as a Research and Policy Analyst and lives on Demington Drive. Witherspoon, of Severance Circle, was a Senior Training Specialist with the City of Detroit. Council also reappointed the following to the CAC: Jeffrey Bendix, Vetella Camper, Douglas Dykes, Jonathan Goldman, Christine Henry, y Benjamin Hoen, n Allison McCallum, m Marian Morton, Donalene Poduska, Rebecca Yingst Price, Amanda Shaffer, KÊba Sylla, Robert Taylor, Stephen Titchenal, Diana Wellman, Parker Zabell and Kevin Ziegler.

Want to Become Involved in Your Community? As positions become available on boards, commissions and committees, Council actively seeks residents for membership. If there is an area where you feel your expertise, interest or experience would be of value, please do not hesitate to " " ; / an application at 216-291-3925 or visit www.clevelandheights.com.

Spring Reminders Leaf Collection Just a reminder: there is no loose-leaf collection in the spring. All leaves must be bagged in Kraft bags (plastic bags will not be collected). Brush should be cut into lengths no longer than four feet and tied with rope or twine. If brush is not tied, there will be a delay with collection and a fee may be imposed. Please do not overload Kraft bags: the maximum weight is 40 pounds. Heavier bags may be left to be re-bagged due to potential worker injuries. Computer recycling When computers and monitors are left on the tree lawn, looters often smash the units, remove metal parts for recycling, and leave the rest, which then becomes \ you’d like to recycle a computer or monitor, please leave it on your front porch (and notify us at 216-691-7300 so it can be picked up) or bring it directly to the Cleveland Heights Service Department (14200 Superior) for recycling. These items will only be collected on your regular collection day.

Setting trash out early If refuse of any type is set out prior to the regular collection day with no arrangement made with the Public Works De _`X for violation of City ordinances. Items not collected ( ( { ' ( | ( } charged for large amounts) ( } ~ ( ' } trunks or stumps) ( ' requiring a title ( ' medical treatments ( Holiday Refuse and Recycling Collection Schedule The holiday refuse collection program that has been in effect for the past two years is being discontinued.

Now all refuse collections will be delayed by one day after a holiday observed by the City. This particularly affects Friday collections which will be on Saturday. Example: Holiday on Monday Monday collection will be on Tuesday, Tuesday collection will be on Wednesday, Wednesday collection will be on Thursday, Thursday collection will be on Friday, and Friday collection will be on Saturday. If the holiday occurs on any day during the week, the collection of that day and the days that follow in that same week will be delayed by one day. Upcoming holiday collection schedule: Monday, May 27 is Memorial Day — refuse and recycling collection will be delayed by one day on all routes. Thursday, July 4 is a holiday. Refuse and recycling collection will be delayed by one day for the Thursday and Friday collection routes only. Monday, September 2 is Labor Day — refuse and recycling collection will be delayed by one day for all routes.

Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 27, 2013 – 10:30 am The annual Cleveland Heights Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at the # $ % % & $ ! ' % Community Center). As always, veterans are our special guests and will be recognized. Veterans groups, street clubs, Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts, youth sports teams and other community organizations are encouraged to take part. Call 216-291-2323 for more information.

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The Ciity of Clevellan nd He Heigh hts has a prrou oud history when it comes to

Ten households received Conditional Use permits to raise hens

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for eggs. The Planning Commission members are getting into the

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rhythm of this trend and are reviewing a few chicken coop applica-

and were an early proponent of recycling – in fact, fact our recycling efeff forts are among the best in the county!

tions each month.

One may wonder, what is the common thread

among applicants who want a chicken coop?

To date, all are in-

terested in teaching their children and grandchildren about where

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food comes from and how to be responsible and take care of their

out that Cleveland Heights is one of the most walkable cities in Ohio

hens. (This is a good time to remind all that a Conditional Use Permit

through walkscore.com was a welcome validation.

from the Planning Commission is required in order to raise hens.)

The EPA-funded storm water improvement demonstration project

Beaumont School’s plan for new classroom and parking spaces

creating landscaped basins in the Cumberland Pool parking lot has

embraces the sustainable code spirit with the inclusion of landscap-

been so successful that the Ohio EPA brought in the national EPA

ing and tree preservation, allowing most parking lots to drain into

staff to see it.

landscaped areas by reducing currently unnecessary paved areas by

Our residents are also into “green� thinking – some have solar

having land-banked parking spaces. These are spaces that will remain

panels on their roofs or permeable driveways. Others are involved in

green until such time as an additional parking need is demonstrated.

community gardens, or have made efforts at historic preservation or

even just considering energy-saving when shopping for new appliances.

conditional use permit for a weekly farmers’ market last summer.

So, as a City, how are we doing with our Sustainability efforts now? Here’s an update: Since the adoption of our Sustainable Zoning Code amendments last

One local business, Kaiser Permanente, received an administrative

C l e v e l a n d H e i g h t s ’ Zo n i n g C o d e h a s b e e n n o t e -

worthy itself. Staff has presented information of our Sustainable Zoning Code initiative at the following conferences:

spring, many exciting and green initiatives have begun.

Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana American Planning Association Conference, Sept 2012

Three

Western New York Stormwater Conference and Tradeshow, March 2012

former institutional buildings located in single-family

neighborhoods in Cleveland Heights have been adaptively re-used.

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The former Coventry School is now home to a variety of groups, includ-

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es. Ensemble Theatre and Lake Erie Ink also are housed in the building.

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The former Caledonia Library has been adaptively re-used to

serve as a community center providing numerous activities and classes as well as before- and after-school tutoring programs.

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The third building, the former True Sisters Day Care Center, has been

adaptively reused for an adult autism program and six-child preschool.

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EPA sponsored “Updating Local Codes to Cultivate Green Infrastructure and Foster Storm Water Management:� Webinar, Dec. 2011 Climate Change in the Great Lakes, NOAA sponsored Aug 2011 Water Friendly Codes and Ordinances, EPA sponsored Mar 2011 These presentations have resulted in many inquiries from other communities and positive feedback concerning our community efforts.

Local Transportation

Doan Brook Annual Stream Sweep

The Missing Links Study and the Circle Heights Bicycle Study reports

Saturday, April 13, 1:00-4:00 pm

are being completed and will be available on the City’s website. The

Help clean up winter’s accumulation of plastic bags, bottles, cans

reason for the studies was sustainability: when people walk,

and other trash in the Doan Brook’s lower watershed corridor as

bike or take a bus rather than drive between Cleveland Heights and

it winds through Rockefeller Park and the Cultural Gardens on its

University Circle, their environmental impact is reduced. Walking

way to Lake Erie. Volunteer as an individual or a group! Sponsored

and bicycling also provide exercise and reduced demand for parkk

by the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership & Case Western Reserve

ing facilities and allows land to serve people rather than vehicles.

University. Register in advance to volunteer. Meet at Rockefeller Park

Recommendations will be made for a new transit route that connects

Gazebo, E. 105th and MLK.

Cleveland Heights residents with the largest University Circle employers. Technological improvements such as Quick Response codes at local

Doan Brook Annual Stream Sweep & Weed Pull

bus shelters were suggested for a real-time location of buses on one’s route.

Sunday, April 21, 1:00 to 4:00 pm Join our Earth Week commitment to be stewards of our urban

Residents indicated changes needed for them to travel by bicycle, such as adding bicycle lanes or separated bike paths. Where space permits, the plan was able to recommend such facilities. Given the City’s physi ' improvements. An uphill bike lane and downhill sharrow (a bicycle and arrow symbol painted on the road surface) were recommended at the hill to Cleveland from Edgehill and Overlook, an intersection

environment: Help clean up debris in the Doan Brook’s upper watershed area and pull our favorite invasive plant in the Brook’s corridor – garlic mustard! Areas to be covered include the Doan Brook Gorge, Lower Shaker Lake, the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Southerly Park, Horseshoe Lake, and surrounding parklands. Sponsored by the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership. All ages welcome. Register in advance to volunteer. Meet at the NCSL Pavilion.

% J area of the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency. A two-way multipurpose trail was proposed along Cedar Glen Parkway, which will be a car-free, comfortable way for bicyclists to traverse the hill on Cedar ! X [ ' %% + [ and funds will be secured for making our roads more bike friendly. Supporting this pollution-free and healthy way to get around town,

DIY Rain Barrel Workshops

Monday, May 13, 6:00-7:30 pm Cleveland Heights Community Center

Tuesday, May 21, 6:00-8:00 pm Nature Center at Shaker Lakes

in 2012, eight U-shaped racks and 39 bike parking rings on parking

Make your own rain barrel – you’ll save more than water! At our DIY

meters were installed at convenient destinations. The U-shaped racks

rain barrel workshops, we’ll supply the barrel, parts and tools, and

were from Metro Metal Works, a Social Enterprise organization in

then show you how to construct a closed, 55-gallon rain barrel system

Cleveland that designs, manufactures, sells and installs bicycle racks

that can be easily attached to any standard residential downspout to

while training individuals from an under-utilized workforce, resulting in

collect and conserve rain water for use watering your plants and yard.

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Rain barrels can be used for NEORSD stormwater rebates.

Department of Planning and Development Director, at rwong@clvhts. com with suggested locations and comments. YOUR SUSTAINABLE YARD Healthy skies, soils, and streams start in your backyard. Just add

A $60 workshop and supply fee includes rainwater diverter for 2� x 3� downspout. Advance registration is required one week prior to workshop (by May 6 or May 14). Barrels are ordered on those dates. Workshop size is limited. Sponsored by the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership and Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, with support from

rainwater! The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes and the Doan

the Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District. Call 216-321-

Brook Watershed Partnership have teamed up to bring you a joint

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programming series which continues in April. Call 216-321-5935 x 244 to register for the following events: Experiential Workday for Reconstructing a Rain Gardenxxxx Sunday, April 7, 1:00-4:00 pm Join Garrett Ormiston, Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Natural Areas Division, and Josh Koppen, Green Triangle, as they improve the Nature Center’s rain garden. Come prepared to get dirty; tools and gloves will be provided. Cost is free, but please pre-register for at least a two-hour time slot. Presented by the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes. FOCUS

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Pride of Ownership Saluting the Community Improvement Award Winners Cleveland Heights residents from all over our community took the time to nominate deserving properties for the 37th Annual Community Improvement Awards, which were held in October. Our community is based on the vitality of our neighborhoods; =

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attractive and vital community. Here are the winners:

Residential Winners Aveni Residence 1059 Woodview Road Camper Residence 16284 Brewster Road Cweiber Residence 3495 Severn Road Dhamija Residence 2962 Somerton Road Dorod Residence 1622 Maple Road Graham/Dusek Residence 3026 Fairmount Boulevard Kitzberger Residence 3165 Fairmount Boulevard Leidy Residence 1966 Staunton Road McDaniel Residence 3572 Cummings Road Perez/Sanford Residence 3783 Bainbridge Road Pexa Residence 1582 Compton Road Rice Residence 3135 Whitethorn Road Keller/Sheehan Residence 3134 Coleridge Road

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Special Winners A Historic Preservation Award was presented to St. Paul Episcopal Church, 2747 Fairmount Boulevard, for the preservation of Tucker Hall and for its architecturally compatible new addition. Sustainability Awards Gary and Julie Lustig received an award for their landscaping of the Cedar Lee mini-park. Cumberland Gardening Team members – Joanne Westin, Karen Reinke and Kathie Ellis – were presented with an award for the marvelous garden at Cumberland Pool. Bolton Road and Compton Road residents were excited to be recognized with Street Awards.

Tender Loving Care Winners TLC Awards are given to properties that are meticulously maintained year after year or that have been extensively re-landscaped. Congratulations to: Bajko Residence 2897 Berkshire Road Brustein Residence 2893 Berkshire Road Cortright/Armstrong Residence 3146 Washington Boulevard Dross/Ladouceur Residence 16400 Glynn Road

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Eichhorn Residence 1510 Crest Road Farley Residence 956 Cambridge Road Fisher Residence 3877 Kirkwood Road Irribarren Residence 3710 Woodridge Road Hindro/Lane Residence 1325 Cleveland Heights Boulevard Rosenbaum Residence 2680 Fairmount Boulevard McDonald/Santiago Residence 3046 Lincoln Boulevard Spence Residence 3321 Washington Boulevard

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Welches Residence 1132 Hereford Road Williams Residence 3865 Kirkwood Road Falck/Ytter Residence 7415 Shelburne Road

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Share the Road Safety tips for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians Safety is everyone’s responsibility. “Share the Road Ohio� is part of a nationwide effort encouraging safety and awareness by all road users. Be a Safe MOTORIST `X + + + X 2. Expect bikes and motorcycles on the road, pedestrians in crosswalks. 3. Wait until it is safe to pass bicyclists. 4. Give bikes at least three feet when passing. 5. Yield to bicyclists. 6. Stop for pedestrians. 7. Do not block crosswalks or driveways. 8. Look for bicyclists when opening car doors. 9. Don’t honk your horn at bicyclists. 10. Watch for children, especially around schools, playgrounds, buses and in neighborhoods. Be a Safe MOTORCYCLIST `X + X 2. Always wear a helmet and protective clothing: gloves, boots and jackets. 3. Ride defensively; assume others do not see you. 4. Inspect your motorcycle before each ride. 5. Never ride too fast for conditions. Slow down during bad weather and at night. 6. Be careful of blind spots on trucks or cars, especially when passing. 7. Never ride between lanes. 8. Use your headlight all the time. 9. Allow space and time for emergency braking. 10. Signal before changing lanes. Make lane moves gradually. Be a Safe PEDESTRIAN `X + X 2. Walk on sidewalks or designated paths. 3. Cross in crosswalks and at marked intersections at the light. 4. Check for turning vehicles when crossing, especially those making wide right turns. {X * % % + + X 6. Be aware of blind spots on cars, trucks and buses. 7. Allow space and time for trucks, cars, motorcycles and bikes to stop. 8. Wear something light and bright such as a yellow or orange | | + X 9. Watch for cars when crossing driveways. 10. Make eye contact with drivers. Be a Safe BICYCLIST `X + J } > ? X ~X ! + X X * % X 4. Keep your bike in working order; before riding, always check the tires and brakes. 5. Signal turns. €X ! J ' + + X 7. Be predictable - don’t pass stopped or moving cars on the right.  X J = + J + % | X 9. Respect pedestrians, adults - do not ride on sidewalks. 10. Do not ride in the “door zone� to avoid getting hit.

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Commerce Heights Hillcrest Chamber of Commerce Heights Hillcrest Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo 2013 will be held Thursday, May 9, 3:00-7:00 pm at the Hilton Garden \

~‚ƒƒ <…! < | " Center. The center is located at 700 Beta 7 ' Z † …{ is available; call 216-397-7322. For more information, visit www.hrcc.org.

News from Cedar Fairmount Cedar Fairmount Planning 12th Annual Summer Festival Spring is just around the corner, and Cedar Fairmount Summer Festival Committee has been planning its 2013 Discover Cedar Fairmount Summer Festival since Janu _V Uƒƒ ƒƒ matching grantt from the Cuyahoga Arts Council will enable the committee to enlarge this year’s festival on Sunday, August 11, from noon to 5:00 pm. Sponsorships are being sought to match the grant. Again there will be entertainment for young and old: educational exhibits and lectures, the Euclid Beach Rocket Car rides, clowns, musicians, animal exhibits, merchants’ specials, and great food. Last year’s festival enlarged the arts and crafts exhibitors. Many are returning, but new arts and crafts exhibitors, musicians and entertainers are being sought. For more information, contact Cedar Fairmount at 216-791-3172 2 or go to www.cedarfairmount. org. Updates will be available on the Cedar Fairmount Festival Facebook page. Cedar Fairmount Streetscape Plan The City of Cleveland Heights and Cedar Fairmount Special Improvement District ' ' _@ X ODOT to improve the streetscape along Fairmount Boulevard and Cedar Road. A committee of citizens, property owners, " been formed to begin development on the project slated for 2015. The trustees of the Cedar Fairmount SID thank Richard Wong, Planning Director, for his work to receive the grant.

Pearce-Bates Prints Grant and Ellen Kloppman of the former Vixseboxse Galleries have donated limited edition prints from K.C. Pearce and Bob Bates. This husband and wife team, whose work has been displayed from Amsterdam to Tokyo, chose subjects that = ! beautiful prints are of animals, birds, = ! were done in the late ’50s and early ’60s. Jane Kessler, owner of Appletree Books, is making the Pearce-Bates Prints available at reasonable prices. Proceeds will " Fairmount Special Improvement District.

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AutoZone, a leading retailer and distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, is open for business at Uˆƒƒ Z $ } ) Road). A new 7,000 square-foot building was constructed on the site of a shop. The nicely landscaped property uses “green� storm water practices for watering. AutoZone is open from 7:30 am-10:00 pm Monday through Saturday and 9:00 am-6:00 pm on Sundays.

Piccadilly Artisan Yogurt‌ ‌is opening at 1767 Coventry Road. The independent, self-serve shop, owned by brothers Adrian and Cosmin Bota, will ‹‡7 ÂŒ gurt and locally sourced toppings. Yogurt delicacies include double Dutch chocolate, pomegranate, old-fashioned vanilla and creamy Coconut Vegan, among many oth † Z ! @@Â?ƒƒ ˆÂ?ƒƒ pm; Friday and Saturday 11:00 am-11:00 pm; and Sunday, 1:00-9:00 pm. It’s sure to " ' $

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drink, to open diners at 1975 Lee Road The excitement is building in the north Cedar Lee area as Doug Katz, a Cleveland Heights resident and owner of ‡ ‡| is getting ready to open for business at the diners at 1975 Lee Road. The Katz Club Diner will include a deli in one of the diner cars, serving classic diner food, such as tuna melts, burgers and fries. The large kitchen will also serve as a catering kitchen for Katz’s catering business. The other dining car will be the Katz Club, which will be restored as a cocktail lounge bar and event center. Joey’s Restaurant opening on Lee Road Joey’s Restaurant is expected to open in mid-March at 2195-2197 Lee Road, in the space formerly occupied by Jimmy O’Neil’s Tavern. We welcome the Leonetti Family and this new addition to the great Lee Road restaurants. Unique Melodies Cleveland Heights resident Melody Howard prides herself on her excellent customer service as well as the unique clothing she offers at Unique Melodies, her boutique at 2180 Lee Road. The shop features clothing for plus-sized women as well as jewelry and accessories from local designers. Unique Melodies offers fashionable, affordable dresses, skirts and tops not easily found elsewhere.

Cleveland Heights Businesses Celebrate Anniversaries Congratulations are in order for two long-time Cleveland Heights businesses: Atma Center in the Cedar Lee District and CafĂŠ Tandoor in the Cedar Taylor District. Atma Center, Yoga for Every Body Atma Center recently celebrated 15 years at 2319 Lee Road. The word “atmaâ€? means “true selfâ€? in Sanskrit. Founder Beverly Roberts Singh (also known as Swami Atmarupa a) opened Atma Center in 1997, bringing Satyananda YogaÂŽ to Cleveland Heights. Singh explained that it ' X ' over 30 weekly classes in physical yoga practice, meditation, relaxation, chanting and more. It has served thousands of students ranging from infants in Mommy-and-me classes to 80-year-old X " % + + X more information, visit www.atmacenter.com. CafĂŠ Tandoor, serving up award-winning Indian food for 20 years Also celebrating a milestone anniversary recently is CafĂŠ Tandoor, located at 2096 South Taylor ! X ‚ ~ƒ ' + „ † area. Owned by Raj K. Singh, who happens to be married to Beverly Roberts Singh of Atma Center, CafĂŠ Tandoor offers North Indian cuisine, and has an extensive menu that includes a wide variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Visit www.cafetandoorcleveland.com to see the menu.

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May 25 NEW: Those buying tickets to 1-2 events will be directed to an Express Window line. A special block of seats to all events will be available for purchase at Cain Park — in person only by Cleveland Heights residents only—on Saturday, May 25 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with a photo ID (e.g. driver’s license) plus two proofs of current residency (e.g. utility bills) or a current Cleveland Heights Recreation ID. No phone or fax orders will be accepted. Seats are limited and there are no

ˆ + % X ! ˆ J % ' J X ˆ % due to high demand. Cain Park staff reserves the right to limit tickets to 4 per household on certain events. ' + + $ + their proof of residency and photo ID. Those who are purchasing tickets to three or more events will receive a number that represents their place in the ticket-buying line at one of three windows. NEW IN 2013: Have your ticket order form checked for accuracy before getting to the ticket window to speed up the buying process. ( All events subject to change. More acts to come. www.cainpark.com Residents have the following options: 1. Wait until their number is called. 2. Leave and receive a hotline number to call for number-processing updates. 3. Fill out a ticket order form and leave it with staff. It will be processed at the end of the day in the order that it was received.

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Friends of Cain Park РBecome A Member! Buy A Brick! BECOME A MEMBER ! Support Cain Park with your membership in the Friends of Cain Park and/or purchase of an engraved X " % % + + Π( Preferred seating for ticketed events ( Special member-only discounts Membership Rates: (check one) T New Member(s)

T Renewal

T Single - 1 Year, $30

T Couple/Family- 1 Year, $40

Brick* and Membership Package T Single - 1 Year, $75

T Couple/Family- 1 Year, $85

My paver should be inscribed as follows:

Please use 1 square per letter or space. Each paver has up to 2 inches (centered) with a maximum of 16 letters or spaces. Copies of this form are acceptable if ordering more than one paver. I understand that the City of Cleveland Heights (Cain Park) or the Friends of Cain Park reserve the right to refuse inappropriate text. * Corporations may purchase no more than 2 bricks; no logos or advertising please. T Please contact me about (circle one or both) volunteering / becoming a Board Member. Print your name and phone number even if you are not purchasing.

Name(s) ____________________________________________________ Bricks Only* T Individual, $50

T Corporate, $100

T I would like to make an additional donation Total Amount Enclosed

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E-mail ______________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________ City/State _____________________________________ Zip __________ Phone _______- ________________________________

Please send your contribution and make check payable to: Friends of Cain Park 2170 Delaware Dr., Cleveland Heights, OH 44106 216-791-5149 or 216-229-4516 Fax: 216-791-5149 E-mail: bleick@sbcglobal.net

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SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE Thursday, June 13-Sunday, June 30, Alma Theater NEW! Free CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES June 18, July 16, July 30, August 13, 7:00 pm Alma Theater THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME: A PAWS BENEFIT Sarturday, June 15, 7:00 pm Evans Amphitheater GAELIC STORM Thursday, June 20, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

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June 4-30, July 16-August 18 Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-9pm; Wednesdays & Sundays 12-5pm Fridays & Saturdays 12-9pm July 2-3, 9-11 12-5pm July 12-14 (Arts Festival) Friday 3-8pm; Saturday 10 am-8pm; Sunday 12-5pm "#$

RHYTHMIC CIRCUS Friday, June 21, 8:00 pm Evans Amphitheater SUSAN WERNER Saturday, June 22, 8:00 pm Evans Amphitheater GOLEM Workmen’s Circle Yiddish Concert Sunday, June 23, 7:30 pm, Evans Amphitheater $2 TUESDAYS 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater June 25 Miller; July 23 The Sweetback Sisters Aug 6 The Galactic Cowboy Orchestra HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR 2013 Wednesday, June 26, 7:30 pm, Evans Amphitheater AMY GRANT Friday, June 28, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater PETER YARROW with special guest Mustard’s Retreat Saturday, June 29, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

FULL FOLK SATURDAYS July 20, July 27, Aug 3, Aug 10, 7:00 pm, Alma Theater DANCING WHEELS Saturday, July 20, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater Free JAZZ IN THE AFTERNOON July 21, July 28, Aug 4, Aug 11 INLET DANCE THEATRE Wednesday, July 24 Kids Matinee 1:00-2:00 pm; Thursday, July 25 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater STREET CORNER SYMPHONY Friday, July 26, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater VERB BALLETS Fri Aug 2 Kids Matinee. Sat Aug 3, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater THE SINGING ANGELS Sunday, Aug 4, 4:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

SHARON JONES AND THE DAP-KINGS with special guest The James Hunter Six Sunday, June 30, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

KRIS KRISTOFFERSON Thursday, Aug 8, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

CAIN PARK ARTS FESTIVAL July 12-14

MICHAEL STANLEY BAND Aug 10, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

CABARET SERIES 7:00 pm, Alma Theater July 18, July 25, Aug 1, Aug 8

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY Wednesday, Aug 14, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

SOLAS Thursday, July 18, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON Friday, July 19, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater $5 FRIDAYS 7:00 pm Alma Theater July 19 Expecting Rain / Herzog; July 26 Brent Kirby Aug 2 Tara Hawley / Matt Skitzki Trio; Aug 9 Rosavelt

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR Thursday, Aug 15, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater GROUNDWORKS DANCETHEATER Aug 16-18, Fri & Sat 7:00 pm, Sun 2:00 pm, Alma Theater THE OFFICIAL BLUES BROTHERS REVUE Friday, Aug 16, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater THE DOO WOPS Saturday, Aug 17, 8:00 pm, Evans Amphitheater

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AroundTown Home Repair Resource Center Community Home Remodeling Fair Bring a neighbor to HRRC’s annual Community Home Remodeling Fair on Saturday, April 6 from 9:30 am-1:30 pm at Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle. The Fair will include educational presentations, opportunities to connect with community organizations, and the popular “Ask an Expert� advice tables, where attendees can get advice from professionals representing various home repair trades. (See page 3.) Repair Workshops Sign up for one of HRRC’s hands-on repair workshops. The schedule of upcoming classes can be found at www.hrcc-ch. org " ' # _@ƒ (scholarships available to low-income households). Reservations are required for all classes. HRRC also offers workshops especially for seniors, to prepare them to deal with contracting repairs and maximizing accessibility. Check out www.hrrc-ch.org/events/senior-classes-2 for more information. Resource Library Before seeking bids on contracted work, stop by HRRC’s Resource Library to look through the contractor evaluations submitted by community residents and pick up repair handouts, which specify how repairs should be done. The handouts can also be accessed online: www. hrrc-ch.org/resources/resource-library/ repair-handouts or www.heightslibrary. org/page/hrrc. Tool Loan HRRC’s Tool Loan can provide basic and specialty tools that will let Cleveland Heights homeowners reach high roof areas, snake blocked sewers and drain lines, trim limbs and small trees, tuckpoint masonry, and many other tasks, all for a modest fee. Check www.hrrc-ch.org/ programs/tool-loan.

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Financial Assistance Program HRRC’s Financial Assistance Program offers loans and grants to make repairs more affordable for Cleveland Heights ' problems. Go to www.hrrc-ch.org/pro " # $ # $ . Foreclosure Intervention Program If you know someone who is having trouble making their mortgage payment, HRRC’s Foreclosure Intervention Program can help them determine their best course of action and apply for appropriate assistance programs. See www.hrrc-ch.org/programs/foreclosureintervention for information. For more information about any of these services, call 216-381-6100.

Heights Libraries Former YMCA Gym to Become Heights Knowledge and Innovation Center Heights Libraries is turning the former YMCA gymnasium space into the Heights Knowledge and Innovation Center (HKIC), designed by architects from Studio Techne. HKIC will be a space that supports the technological and workspace needs of local businesses,

' \ bine the existing computer classroom with a new 4,000 square-foot space with an improved computer and multi-media lab and more study rooms. Dobama Theater and Family Connections will = the west wing. Heights Libraries is also partnering with Cleveland State’s Monte Ahuja College of Business and the State of Ohio Department of Development to bring a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to the space as well. The SBDC, currently housed at Cleveland Heights City Hall, recognizes great potential in serving

neurs, and those established businesses seeking to expand their markets.

Small Business Series Heights Libraries Small Business Series can help residents get started with simple, straightforward information from expert instructors. For more information, visit www.heightslibrary.org Summer Reading Programs... ...encourage kids and teens to read with = Πreading books all summer, and includes book clubs, movie screenings, a magic Registration begins in early June. Sign up at any branch or visitt www.heightslibrary.org.

US Together Inc. Helps Refugees in Cleveland Heights ‹‡ ! \ }‹‡!

refugee resettlement agency with a branch in Cleveland Heights, works to coordinate, organize and initiate services to immigrants and refugees through education, advocacy, support services, information, referrals and networking opportunities. UST was founded in 2003 in response to the growing needs of refugees and immigrants in central Ohio. A mutual assistance agency, UST was founded and is run by refugees. The agency’s founders have worked with immigrant and refugee populations since 1988. \ ‘ƒƒ` ‹‡! area when it assumed the caseload and responsibilities of Jewish Family Services Association when it closed its refugee resettlement program. The Cleveland # former Soviet Union, Bhutan and Iraq, as well as other countries. Community Refugee Festival Join UST at a special Community Refugee Festival on Friday, June 7, 6:00-9:00 pm at the John Carroll University Green Road Annex, 2200 South Green Road, University # _‘ ! ' will include ethnic food, items for sale, a Xƒ~Xƒ = ' brief presentation. Enjoy an evening of celebration and support for the refugees in our community. For more information, visit www.ustogether.us or call 216-456-9630.

FutureHeights News Montford Community Garden Wins National Grant The Montford Community Garden is one of ten projects from throughout the U.S. and Canada selected by Fiskars Brands for a 2013 Project Orange ThumbŽ grant. The Montford Community Garden Association plans to create a garden on a vacant lot at the corner of Montford and Windsor roads in Cleveland Heights. The group worked with FutureHeights to apply for the grant in late 2012. ’\ “ … $ resident Patrick Byrne, president of the association. “This award should really keep the ball rolling, and should be enough to start the basics.� Fiskars, a lawn and garden products company, awards cash, garden tools and materials to help support community garden goals. Fiskars indicated that they were particularly impressed with the Montford group’s highly detailed garden plan. Grant recipients will ' _U Xƒƒ

_@ Xƒƒ Fiskars toolkit. Like many cities in Northeast Ohio, Cleveland Heights has been affected by foreclosures and vacant homes. Some of the homes in serious disrepair are subject to demolition by the Cuyahoga Land Bank or by the City. The house that formerly occupied the proposed garden site at Montford and Windsor was torn down by the land bank early last year. Title to the lot was later transferred to the City. Montford Community Garden

_Vƒƒ start-up grant from the OSU Extension Suburban Community Garden Program, and it hopes to obtain donations from merchants and contributions from civic-minded residents who support the Community Garden movement. For more information, contact Patrick Byrne at pbyrne@kent.edu or 330-612-3823.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay / Poetry / Poster Contests Congratulations to the winners of the Cleveland Heights Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay, Poetry and Poster Contests! Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. demonstrated courage throughout his life by standing up and speaking for what he believed was right. We asked that students describe or depict a time when they showed courage, or when they witnessed other people showing courage X „ ' + situations, in supporting someone who was ill, standing up against bullies and speaking up for something you strongly believe in. Dr. King would have been so proud. This year’s winners are: Elementary & Middle School Essays Nia Meckenzie Baker, Noble School Bryce Haynes, Oxford School Kianna Thomas, Canterbury School Trinity Williams, Oxford School Diemond Harris, Monticello Middle School High School Essays Shyara Hasan, Cleveland Heights High School Peyton Hastings, Cleveland Heights High School Garrison Lash, Cleveland Heights High School Terrance Law, Cleveland Heights High School Simon Mastri, Cleveland Heights High School Adam Scott, Cleveland Heights High School Poetry Jacob McCullough, Canterbury School Nickolas Worley, Gearity Professional Development School Amber BeanÊ, Monticello Middle School Lily Kerr-Jung, Monticello Middle School Morgan Lewis, Monticello Middle School Peyton Marshall, Monticello Middle School Quinton Watts, Roxboro Middle School

Posters Nija Bonner, Canterbury School Zoe Burns, Gearity Professional Development School Dariana Chacon, Gearity Professional Development School Jaelyn Jones, Oxford School Alex Lynch, Gearity Professional Development School Ben Goldman (Poster and Essay), Gearity Professional Development School Special Council Award A special award was given to Mrs. Robinson’s second grade class at Canterbury School for the poster they all worked on: Nathan Barmen, Ricardo Barrett, Marcellis Clark, Viza Freeman Olivia Gettis, Shanti Henderson Alexander Hoover, Charles Lauretig Debrionne Miller, Jasmine Pope Devin Powell, Noah Richardson Amina Savoury, Mekhi Simmons D’Aryl Snead, Jada Strother, Anthony Weiss

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Upcoming Spring Events The Forest Hill Nature Walks (rain or shine) will take place at 7:00-8:00 pm on Thursdays—May 23, June 27, July 25, and August 22. Participants should be dressed to hike with sturdy shoes or boots. Meet in front of the Community Center. Angelec Hillsman from the North Chagrin Nature Center will lead the walks.

The Fourth Annual Earth Day 5K Run and Walk k is April 24 (rain or shine) at 6:45 pm entirely in Forest Hill Park. It is a fundraiser for the Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund. The entry fee for those who pre-register is $15; day-of-the-race entry fee is $19 (cash and checks only). Pre-registration deadline is April 22 with checks made out to HMA Promotions and mailed to: City of Cleveland Heights Earth Day Run, 40 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118. Those interested may also register at www.hmapromotions.net.

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Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed to help with water stops and key points along the path for the Annual Earth Day Run. Those interested should contact Dee Marsky at 216-691-7372.

Looking for Preschool Equipment We’re happy to report that the preschool open gym program (Tuesday and Friday @ƒ�ƒƒ @@�ƒƒ If you have any gently used preschool equipment you’d like to donate, please call Dee Marsky at 216-691-7372. The program ended on March 22 and will resume in the fall.

Swimming Cumberland Pool will open for the 2013 outdoor swimming season Saturday, June 8 through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. Registration/Admission Registration for all spring indoor swimming programs and pool passes is now under way. Registration for all outdoor swimming programs and pool passes begins April 22 at the Community Center. Pool passes purchased on or before June 7 are available at a discounted rate. A current Recreation ID card (residents only, preschoolers exempted) is required for use of the pool and must be presented before entering the facility. Fall indoor swimming program registration begins August 5. Contact Chris Kendel at 216-691-7347 7 or ckendel@clvhts.com for more information.

Important Phone Numbers: " ” 216-691-7390 " " 216-691-7373 “Sea Serpents� Swim Team Registration for the “Sea Serpents� summer swim team (ages 8 & under, 9 & 10, 11 & 12, 13 & 14, 15-18) begins April 1. " _V• $ \7 _•U in the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District. Contact Chris Kendel at 216-691-7347 7 or ckendel@ clvhts.com for more information or to receive a registration packet.

Summer Ice Skating The summer ice skating dates are June 10-August 11. Staff begins the transition to the busy fall and eventual two-rink schedule on August 12. Registration for the six- or seven-week summer Learn-toSkate lessons is ongoing and group lessons begin the week of June 10. Classes for preschoolers, youth, and adults are offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Ice Rink will be closed on July 4 for the holiday. The Ice Rink desk phone number puts you directly in contact with Rink staff: 216-691-7434. In addition, Public Skate and Pickup Hockey schedules are available online at www.clevelandheights.com

Heights Hockey Camp Mike Bauman, Cleveland Heights Hockey League Coaching Coordinator, will lead a hockey camp August 12-17 for Z } ` – @‘~U@~‘ƒ@U Squirts (ages 9 & 10), Pee Wees (ages 11

Recreation & 12), and Bantams (ages 13 & 14). Cost _•ƒ $ \7 _‚X "##— _@ƒƒ for all others. The cost will be deducted from regular season fees for Cleveland Heights Hockey League players. Contact Chris Kendel for more information: 216-691-7347 7 or ckendel@clvhts.com. Other contact information: Youth Hockey 216-691-7347 www.heightshockey.com Pavilion Skating Club 216-691-7349 www.pavilionfsc.com Hourly rentals 216-691-7395 email ktaylor@clvhts.com Speedskating 216-401-9392 email barb@therosenbaums.net Celebrate Your Birthday on Ice! Birthday party dates go quickly so call 216-691-7434 to reserve your summer

$ _@Vƒ ƒƒ up to 25 children. Parties for children ages 7-12 include tables, chairs, admission and skate rental.

Summer Day Camps Pavilion Fun Day Camp is designed for children entering grades K-5 (as of fall 2013) and will take place June 10-28 and July 1-19 (no camp July 4). Camp activities include swimming, arts and crafts, ' { mum of 100 children can be accepted for each session. Camp is held at the Community Center, Monday through Friday, ˆ�ƒƒ V�ƒƒ 7 _@ƒ available for a second and third child per family. Parent Orientation will be on June 6. Before- (7:30 am-9:00 am) and After-Camp Care (4:00-6:00 pm) is available the same dates as the Fun Day Camp (no camp July 4). Contact the Community Center Front Desk (216-691-7373) or Mike Discenzo at 216-691-7383, mdiscenzo@ clvhts.com, with any questions.

Summer Sports Programs Adult Softball Leagues Z ; ) en’s and Coed weeknight leagues are accepting registrations for play that begins the week of April 22 at Forest Hill Park. Contact Larry Shaw at 216-691-7260. Tennis Programs $ under way for group lessons for tots (ages 4 and up) through seniors (ages 55 and up), private lessons, adult teams, Racquettes Women’s Doubles Program, developmental youth camp (July 22-26), junior skills clinic. Call 216-691-7373 for details. Youth Sports — Spring programs are scheduled for soccer, baseball and softball. Cub soccer (ages 3-5) and youth soccer (grades K-1, 2-3, 4-6) occur April 9-May 18. Recreational baseball leagues for ages 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8, and 9 & 10 plus local recreational travel teams (ages 11 & 12, 13 & 14, and 15 & 16) take place April 22-July 20. Recreational softball slow pitch for ages 7-10 and recreational softball travel teams (ages 11 & 12, 13 & 14, and 15-18) also occur April 22-July 20. Summer recreational basketball leagues for grades K-12 (separate programs for boys and girls) take place June 17-July 26.

Four sports camps are scheduled: basketball (grades 3-7 and 8-12) June 10-14; baseball (ages 8-13) June 17-21 and June 24-28; tennis (ages 9-18) July 22-26; and ice hockey (ages 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14) August 12-17. Contact Larry Shaw at 216-691-7260 or lshaw@clvhts.com.

Picnic at your Park Cleveland Heights residents with current Recreation ID cards can reserve a picnic shelter from May 1-October 15 at ' $ _‘X

_Xƒ Reservations for the upcoming season began January 3. Call 216-691-7373 for information.

Change in Field House Hours Spring (now through May 26) hours Monday-Friday 6:00 am-9:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am-6:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am-6:00 pm. ‡ ~% }Z ‘` ‡ ‘U hours will be Monday and Tuesday 6:00 am-9:00 pm, Wednesday-Friday 6:00 am-8:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am-5:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Call 216-6917373 with questions.

Give Blood - The Gift of Life The American Red Cross will hold blood drives at the Cleveland %% ' &$ “ $ ! ‹ on Mondays, May 6, July 1, and September 9, 2:00-7:0 pm in the South Atrium.

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Safety Town + ' % sored by the City of Cleveland Heights, is open to children who will be attending Kindergarten in the fall and who live in Cleveland Heights or within the boundaries of the CH-UH School District. Each session runs from Monday through Thursday at the Cleveland Heights Community Center, 1 Monticello Boulevard. Session Session Session Session

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June 17-20 June 24-27 July 8-11 July 15-18

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Mass registration will take place on Wednesday, May 22 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on the lower level of Cleveland Heights City Hall, 40 Severance Circle; no early registration will be accepted. Fee is $25 (cash or check only - no credit cards). Please call 216-291-2323 for more information.

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News for families with young children

Gearity Early Childhood Center Call 216-371-7356 for information on any of the following. Information is also available on the district website: www.chuh.org. Registration for the 2013-2014 school year for the Noble and Gearity Half-day Preschool Programs is ongoing. Hours of registration are 7:00 am -3:30 pm, MondayFriday. Limited free and sliding-scale spaces are available for this program. Call ! Gearity Full-day Preschool Program (year-round) is accepting applications. Call to schedule a tour. Open Registration for the CH-UH School District’s Before/After-School Program for the 2013-2014 school year begins on May 20, 2013. The program provides schoolage care for students in grades K-5 in each of the district’s elementary schools every school day of the year. The Before-School Program begins at 7:05 am and the AfterSchool Program ends at 6:00 pm. Registration forms may be found at www.chuh. org g under the “For Parents� tab. Kindernet offers events during the school year for families with preschool children living in the CH-UH School District. While the children enjoy themselves, adults have the opportunity to connect with other families, exchange ideas and learn about community resources and their local elementary schools from the inside.

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Large Muscle Room: A great space Family Connections of Northeast Ohio offers family supportt and family literacy programs for families with young children, ages 0-8, at various locations throughout our community. Programs located in the former Coventry School, now known as “The Coventry Building,� 2843 Washington Boulevard:

Baby & Me: Resources and sharing ' @‘

Parenting Classes: An eight-week series of parent education sessions is offered periodically each year.

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for developing coordination and Families can play with their kids while Family Literacy Playroom at the Heights Main Library, 2345 Lee Road:

Little Heights is a free early literacy program open to all families with young children (0-5). School-Readiness Program offered in families’ homes or other community locations:

SPARK: Interactive parent-child tutoring to support families in preparing their children for success in kindergarten. Three- and four-year olds who will attend Boulevard, Oxford or Noble El-

ementary Schools in the future may be eligible. Call 216-921-8021 for details. Programs in all seven CH-UH elementary schools:

Family Liaisons are based in each elementary school in the district to connect with families, involve and engage parents in the school community.

Parent Resource Centers and Lending Libraries are also located in each school building, providing parents a place to meet with each other, and borrow books and DVDs on a variety of parenting topics.

Family Literacy Programs: Various literacy events and programs are offered throughout the school year. Please call 216-321-0079 for days, times and additional details or visit www.familyconnections1.org.

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( Do you need information about Medicare or Managed Care or help with health insurance forms? Call to make an appointment for a free consultation with an Ohio Senior Health Insurance volunteer.

( Need help with legal issues? Call to schedule a half-hour appointment with volunteer Attorney J. Alex Morton. ( Have health questions? ) ' ' | the third Wednesdays and the fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm. Nurses are provided by Cedarwood Plaza and Senior Independence.

( Need transportation? Our medical van runs Monday through Friday, 8:45 am-4:20 pm, transporting residents 60 and over

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( Tired of shopping and cooking? We have the answer. A special volunteer can deliver a hot nutritious meal and a light

Z % " _• ‘X % call 216-691-73777 and a social worker will return your call.

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They are available to you any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday. Please feel free to contact them at 216-691-7377 7 for help with any problems, questions, or issues.

Of Special Interest

( NEW! Interactive Dramatics - Mondays, March 11-April 8, 11:00 am-12:00 noon. Explore your dramatic side through % � _‘ƒ $ Z `

( AARP Driver Safety Class - Wednesday, April 17, 12:00-4:00 pm. A four-hour course of classroom instruction that is { ' ' | % � _@‘ $” _@V others. Register in advance as space is limited.

( Annual Forum: Housing Matters - Thursday, May 30, 1:00 pm. What type of housing we choose as we age is complicated and this year’s Commission on Aging Forum explores that topic. Hear from the experts what you need to consider and what options are available in the area. Light refreshments will be served.

Road Trip Cleveland Orchestra Concert - Friday, May 3, 10:00 am. Travel to Severance Hall on the OOA van to hear the Cleveland Orchestra perform works by Mozart, Fischer, and Haydn’s Symphony No. 45 (“Farewell�). Pre-concert talk and continental ! _‘X $

Senior Activity Center

( Don’t let any more time pass feeling left out because you don’t know how to use the computer.

Classes designed especially for seniors continues through the spring. Volunteer tutors are available to answer questions. The computer center is open 9:00 am-4:30 pm with 12 computers available for your use.

( Are you ready to expand your horizons, create friendships and learn something new? Try attending a Senior Center

' ) { ' ‡ Belly Dance, Gentle Yoga, Line Dance, Pilates, Seniorobics, Senior Strength Training, Body Music, Tai Chi Chuan Exercise, Walking Club, Walking Warm Up and more are set to begin again. We also offer art classes, classes in Spanish, lectures on health-related topics, free movies and so much more. For information and to register for these and other programs and classes, call the Senior Activity Center at 216-691-7377. % News for Senior Adults available online at www.cleveland heights.com, at City Hall, the Community Center, local libraries and banks. FOCUS

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Our Schools News from the Cleveland Heights-University Heights District Making Movies Heights High School junior Vera Howard = ‡ # hair is blown back by the wind, her arms extended in front of her. Or, she might be a student in Jeff Glass’ Digital Video Production program, producing and starring in a short video using green screen technology. She completed a half-minute video, Vera Can Fly

= in the clouds. ! ’= “ lays on a small table as her classmate, Antonio Harper, a 6’5� basketball player, holds a fan in front of her, creating the = / ate the camera and lights. Vera then uses the video-editing program, Final Cut ” = ' background and add music.

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The green screen assignment is part of 7 † ”

program. The 13 juniors in the program work in small groups to learn the basics of creating a short video: writing a script, creating a storyboard, operating a camera, capturing sound and editing. The two-year video program is part of the Career Tech curriculum and Heights High’s Mosaic School of Fine & Performing Arts. Students enter as juniors, learning the basic skills, and during their senior year they hone their skills and complete more complex productions.

Lady Tigers Fastpitch Building New Home Field The Cleveland Heights High School Lady Tigers Fastpitch Team will be

corner of Goodnor and Washington this spring. After years of playing at Forest Hill Park, the Softball Booster Club,

with the help of Athletic Director Kristin Hughes and the CH-UH School District, broke ground in December 2012 on the

! head coach this season and looks to compete for the Lake Erie League crown after graduating just one player last season.

Chinese Language elementary students performed at the Cleveland State Confucius celebration. ( The celebration is an opportunity for students who learn Chinese to share their achievement on stage.

National Merit and Achievement Scholars Heights High students were recognized for earning the distinction of National Merit, National Achievement, and Commended scholars. Below back row, L-R: Superintendent Heuer, Shoshana Klein, Sarah Klein, Carolyn Holt, Trevor Coble; front row, L-R: Katherine Miller, Natasha Madorsky, Ian Kraus, Kyra Schoonover, and board member Karen Jones. Not pictured: Thomas Frederick and Carter Hastings.

Summer Reading Programs

Partnership with John Carroll University

To help continue the enthusiasm for reading from the end of one school year to the beginning of the next school year, the CH-UH schools offer exciting summer reading opportunities.

CH-UH Schools and John Carroll University Partner to Prepare Heights High Students for College Success Students within Heights High’s R.E.A.L. Early College may earn up to two years of college credit through Early College, a new collaborative program from CH-UH City School District and John Carroll University. The program, an opportunity for CH-UH students to develop 21st Century skills and attend classes on the John Carroll University campus, will make it possible for students to complete all of their core high school requirements at Heights High by the end of their sophomore year. If students demonstrate a mastery of their high school classes, they may enroll in college level courses on the JCU campus during their junior and senior years.

Camp Jumpstart, an intensive summer program designed to bolster early literacy skills, is an opportunity for kindergarten students who need additional support < ™ ™ (BAGG), a four-week program held at each elementary school one evening a week, offers families an opportunity to come together over a meal, participate in literacy activities, and visit the school’s library.

To learn more about the CH-UH Schools, visit www.chuh.org.

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Create a flipbook
Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.