Middlefield Post May 11th, 2011

Vol. 5 No. 12

May 11, 2011

Inside This Issue...

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It’s All About Life ~ Relay for LIFE!

By Kim Breyley

It is all about life, enjoying life, improving quality of life, and saving lives. In northeast Ohio, the Relay for Life celebrations and observances have become well-known annual occasions. This year the Middlefield area kicks off their event in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 22 at the Cardinal High School.

Months of preparation will shape this 24-hour occasion. Over 20 registered teams, comprising of an average of 15 local volunteers in each, have canvassed, donated time, talent, and sacrificed many personal hours to raise awareness and funds for cancer research.

5K Race for Faith, Hope and Charity It was 6 years ago, when Missy Hatch, area resident, decided to organize a 5k race and called it the “Faith Hope Charity Race”. “Over the years the race has become very symbolic of its name for most of us,” Missy says. “By raising charitable donations it gives us Faith and Hope that a cure will and can be found. It really is a morning of emotions and almost everyone who participates has a story to tell.”

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This annual race was organized in memory of her mother and the three women who stopped by to visit her regularly while she was ill. Missy says, “It was those three women who came to the house one November day, and gave my mother faith, hope, and charity angel figurines, that gave her the strength to fight to stay alive, knowing full well the prognosis was bleak. She lost her battle with the disease in February, but managed to fulfill her wishes of living through her last family Christmas. It will be a memory that stays with me forever, and the force that continues to give me the strength and motivation to touch the lives of someone, anyone, who has fought this battle or is fighting the battle with this disease.”

This year’s race is special to Missy because two of her good friends have recently been diagnosed with cancer. She will dedicate the race to them.

So whether you are a runner or not, come out and jog or walk this course; because ‘faith, hope, and charity’ will be with you along the way!

The course begins at Cardinal High School and contines down Button Ave, along Tare Creek Parkway, loops around and returns to the school via the same route. The race will finish with one lap around the track.

Each participant will receive a commerative 2011 Faith, Hope, and Charity 5K bracelet and the first 75 participants will receive an official ACS Relay t-shirt.

Trophies will be awarded for 1st and 2nd place overall winners, and for the top two finishers: male and female in 7 age catagories.

The entry fee is $15 if registred before May 13, and $20 on the day of the race, a $10 donation will be accepted for a mile run/walk. Please make checks payable to the American Cancer Society. Race day registration will be at 8-8:45 a.m., at the concession stand located by the Cardinal High School football field. Race times are 9 a.m. for the 5K and the 1 mile race/walk will follow the 5 K event.

For more information contact Missy Hatch, Race Director. Phone 440-632-5248. Email mhatch@middlefieldohio.com. Download entry forms at www.middlefieldohio.com

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A Look Back in Time Glimpse of Yesteryear Spotlight On ...

Behind the Badge From the Firehouse What Would Joe Do The Rolling Green Senior Living Health Pages Community Calendar

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Home and Garden Pages

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General Manager Christine Pavelka

Editor

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Public Relations Geri Watson

Staff Writers

Ellie Behman Kim Breyley Jacquie Foote Nancy Huth Christina Porter

Contributing Writers Linda Baker Karen Braun Pam Ford Davis Kathy Deptola Nick Fagan Dr. David Fakadej Lori Gorrell Sue Hickox Robert Kacica Allie Klein Sandy Klepach Lynda Nemeth Joe Novak Bill Phillips Chief Bill Reed Charles Russell Chief Ed Samec Rick Seyer Linton Sharpnack Dr. Ian Suzelis Vicki Wilson

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Advertising Sales Gayle Mantush Lori Newbauer Kelly Whitney

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It’s All About Life ~ Relay for LIFE! Continued from page 1 Katrina King, a volunteer with the Middlefield United Methodist church team, states that she and her two daughters have been participating for three years now. The group raises money through personal donations, bake sales and a talent show. Their goal this year is 6,000. King says, “We participate because I am a skin cancer survivor, have had many friends that are survivors and sadly, relatives and friends that have passed away from brain cancer, breast cancer and pancreatic cancer”.

This year the event theme is: “Wish Upon a Star and Put Cancer to Rest.” Each team will chose their own Disney related theme. Some will dress up like characters and all are encouraged to decorate their campsites to fit their theme.

The morning of the event, at 9 a.m., a 5K race will precede the opening ceremony.

The race will begin at Cardinal High School and continue down Button Avenue to Tare Creek Parkway, loop around and return via the same route. The race will conclude with one lap around the track.

At noon, cancer survivors will be celebrated in the opening ceremony, by walking a victory lap once around the track.

Subsequently, survivors and their caregivers are served lunch in the cafeteria. All food is donated by the Crossroads Country Café located in Middlefield.

Bordering the track, each team will set up camp and offer items for sale. Funds earned will be added to the donation pool.

Offerings will vary from walking tacos, hot dogs, chili, bakery items, cotton candy to caramel apples and cold drinks. A Chinese auction, face painting, balloons, ping pong tournaments, temporary tattoos, carnivallike games, and a bouncing house will entertain the whole family.

Each team pledges to have at least one member on the track at all times. Many volunteers have committed to walking continuously for the duration of the 20hour event.

In the evening a Luminaria Ceremony is held; stadium lights will be turned off and luminaries will light the track. Names of those who have passed on because of a cancer related illness will be read and remembered. “It is a great cause, fun yet touching and sad as they read the names of friends and family members that have passed away from cancer”, Katrina King adds.

Throughout the night there will be live entertainment and various types of fun and motivational laps such as hula hoop, toga lap, crazy hat lap and many others.

On Sunday morning, during the closing ceremony, teams will receive rewards for their hard work. Prizes will be given for accomplishments such as: overall income, most money raised online, top fundraising community team and many others.

Laura Libbe of the American Cancer Society says this of the Middlefield event: “It has been my privilege to work with some truly amazing and inspiring volunteers in my five years with ACS. For every Relay for Life event that I have staffed, I have been awed by the dedication of our event chairs and committee members, our team captains, participants and our sponsors and donors.

A common catch phrase for Relay is this, “It’s about being a community that takes up the fight ...” and that has been very true for our Geauga County Relays. Our volunteers are so dedicated to the American Cancer Society mission, and they know their events inside and out.”

This event is open to the public and it is the hope of all involved that support will continue to grow in the Geauga County area.

Funds raised for ACS support cancer survivors and their families, provide education for prevention, early detection and fund research. Volunteers help ACS get that message out into their community in a truly grassroots effort. To learn more or become involved visit www.relayforlife.org/ middlefield.

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This picture is of the original school building built in 1892 on the site of the present intermediate school building. The building housed all 12 grades with probably less than 50 students when constructed. As you can see, East High Street was a dirt street. Paving did not take place until 1915. The white house shown was on the current site of the Cardinal Board of Education building.

Next to that was the John Gooding house. He was a wealthy business leader who owned Puritas Park, an amusement park in Cleveland. The building behind the house, just to the right of the school building, is the Gooding carriage house and today is used by the Evans Medical Center for doctor’s offices.

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Ah, spring cleaning! Will it never end!

Well, now-a-days, to get that beautiful shine on the furniture, the shine that declares successful “house-wifing”. You can just go to the store and buy a furniture polish that can clean, not only dust and stains, but also the residue left by previous polishes, while laying down new polish all in one step.

And you can get this polish in an aerosol!

(In fact, the most popular form of furniture polish today in the United States is aerosol, and over 80 million units per year are purchased.)

What about the early Geauga housewives? Remember that most of Geauga’s settlers were accustomed to the finer things. They may have built log cabins to shelter themselves until their land was cleared, but within a very short time, fine, federalist style houses were raised and the humble cabin was likely to become a storage shed.

Good furniture was ordered from eastern furniture makers and in Ohio, carpenter/cabinet makers began producing equally fine furnishings. Those wooden tables, chairs, chests and the like needed polishing. After all, wood is vulnerable not only to the wear and tear of daily use, but also to the effects of aging which means it can become dried out, cracked, or stained.

Since biblical times, and possibly before, people noticed that coating wooden surfaces with oils, balms, and unguents preserved them and kept them looking new.

Early historical accounts can be found with instructions for using linseed or cedarwood oil to treat wood surfaces. By the fourteenth century, beeswax became a very popular wood polish but had to be applied with hot irons and then hand buffed. Despite this drawback, beeswax, sometimes mixed with hard animal fats, remained the predominant form of polish until the late eighteenth century. Then in 1797, a natural plant wax,

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Carnauba wax is tough, high melting and, when properly compounded, gave a fine shine without all the buffing required by beeswax.

Although carnauba wax could be ordered from back east ... and, in fact, eventually was carried in many of Geauga’s stores, beeswax, in one formulation or another, was the main polish used here in Geauga for many years. For one thing, beeswax was a readily available byproduct of beekeeping. Beekeeping was introduced to North America by European settlers, with the first hives being established in New England, in 1638. (The native population referred to the bees as the “white man’s flies.”) The early settlers used the honey as a sweetener ... but also in cement production and as fruit preservative. They developed many furniture polish recipes using the beeswax. The bees ... and the recipes ... found their way to Geauga.

Recipes??? Yes, beeswax required hot irons and a strong arm when used as a polish. Simple formulas called for animal fat to soften the wax and make it easier to spread. Since these fats often attracted vermin, recipes calling for other solvents cropped up. Mineral spirits, turpentine and naphtha were favorites. Families took pride in a recipe that produced a good beeswax polish, one that produced a good shine without needing a housewife with a weightlifter’s arms.

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By Ellie Behman The familiar roar of the vacuum cleaner upstairs is a reminder that spring cleaning is right around the corner. The buzzing and humming also tells me that my granddaughter has found yet another piece of lint that must be devoured immediately. Crumbs, cat hair, fuzz beware. None are safe up there.

As I mentioned in a previous article our grandson Jason, his wife Abby and son River moved into the upstairs apartment. The vacuum not only came along, it became the most important appliance ever created and is “on duty” year round.

Cleanliness is next to Godliness, so we certainly are not complaining. Let’s just say we are amusing ourselves with private jokes every time the electronic marvel buzzes over our heads. After all, we are retired and have a lot of time on our hands.

For instance, we are used to hearing the pitter pat of little feet as River plays from room to room. One particular day we didn’t hear him at all, just the intermittent sound of the chain saw. Oops, I mean vacuum. Ron and I just looked at each other and then convulsed into laughter as we came to the same conclusion at the same moment; “she finally sucked that little guy right up into the vacuum cleaner bag.”

She actually has made an impression on me though and when I hear her revving up and pushing her “friend“ across the floor, I run to my cleaner, plug it in and mutter “you’re not the only one who vacuums around here.” As Abby once put it “we can have dueling vacuums one day.” Cute, very cute Abby.

There is a line in a movie where the actor tells the girl, “you make me want to be a better man.” I told Abby she makes me want to be a better housekeeper.

The cats know they are in trouble when they drop granules of kitty litter all over the floor. I have seen them looking out the window for a way out and one in particular has come downstairs scratching at my door, pleading to be in a pet friendly area.

Abby is a great sport and seems to tolerate our bad jokes like the nickname Ron gave her; “HOOVER.” All kidding aside, we are lucky that she likes to clean and keep the apartment in tip top shape. Now all I have to do is send a few subliminal messages to her about the need for her services downstairs since she obviously enjoys the task. Our furry dog, Simba would be more than happy to supply daily puffs of fur. I just want Abby to have as much fun as possible while living here.

After all, with a nickname like Hoover she has to live up to the title!!

Scrap Tire Collections The Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District has awarded $28,168 to townships and villages in Geauga County to implement localized scrap tire collection programs. The purpose of the scrap tire grant program is to financially assist all the political subdivisions within the District so that they can implement localized scrap tire collections within their community such as one-day collection programs, curbside collection, or illegally dumped roadside clean ups. “Finding ways to improve and make the process easier for residents to properly dispose of scrap tires in a more convenient manner is the goal of the District,” said Robert Villers, Director “this eliminates travel to a centralized location point.

Now residents do not have to drive outside of the specific community they live in to properly dispose of scrap tires.”

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The Cleaner, The Better Gas grills are all the rage these days, but you’ve never been one to follow the pack. You prefer to do all of your grilling by charcoal. Yep, that’s right. As anyone who has ever cooked on one of them knows, they can be quite messy.

The trick to keeping your charcoal grills in order and serving great food every time is to clean them periodically throughout the season. You must also store your grills properly when not in use, preferably covered someplace out of the rain.

If your charcoal grills need a deep cleaning, wait until you have used them and they have cooled down and are warm to the touch. Using a grill brush, you should remove all particles from the grates and wash them in warm, soapy water. If the grates are extremely dirty, you may need to use some oven cleaner and a scrub pad.

Next, move to the barrels and remove the ashes from the interior and wipe it down. If needed, use oven cleaner. When finished cleaning the interior, wipe it dry to reduce the risk of rust. Wash the outside of the barrels with warm, soapy water, making sure you get into all of the crevices and wipe dry. Finally, you should clean the lids, treating them in the same way as the barrels.

After you have given your charcoal grills a good cleaning, you can take some preventative measures to keep them in order. First, purchase some cooking spray and coat the grates with it each time you use the grills. This will keep food from sticking and make cleanup easier. Wipe down the grates as well as the grills each time you use them. This will allow for longer time between deep cleanings and ensure the food you cook on your grills tastes delectable every time.

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your planters, garden ornaments or even your grill to your patio décor.

Once you've decided how you plan to use the space, think about how you want the space to feel. Are you looking for a Hawaiian luau in your backyard or a stately and refined retreat where you can slough off the cares of the world? Because different materials convey different feelings, you will want to consider a comprehensive set of options from teak to Victorian wrought iron. Wood, whether teak or mahogany, can bring a very organic, natural feel to the space and help blend your patio or deck into your surrounding yard or garden.

Wrought iron can lend a very formal feel to your patio, particularly with a more formal dining set.

As always, it's important to shop for value. Take the time to investigate all of the options and don't limit yourself to the first pieces that you come to. You may fall in love with something right away but find a better deal later on. There are a lot of quality materials that will stand the test of time. If price is your number one consideration, then you might explore thrift stores or look for good deals on floor models and discontinued styles. You will want to make sure that whatever furniture you buy is treated with water and stain repellents.

With just a little bit of thought, you can have the patio of your dreams. As with any furniture purchase, take your time and plan what you'd like to have, make a quality purchase, and sit back and relax as you sip that cold beverage and live out your dream summer.

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You may want to consider changing your window treatments.

When looking for new window treatments, you want to keep the light that enters your windows in mind. Heavy shutters can be used to keep light out during the summer and keep rooms cool, and bring light in during the winter and keep rooms warm. Light, gauzy fabric, on the other hand, will allow light to enter and may set off the colors of the dying sunset as it crawls through your room.

There are hundreds of styles of window treatments. One option is to use wooden Venetian blinds. These come in a variety of colors and widths to suit almost any need.

They work well in more formal settings, and you can even have them matched to your existing cabinetry to create an inclusive feel.

Vertical blinds are also an option. They can be opened or closed or moved completely out of view. They are easy to keep clean because of their vertical orientation and come in a wide variety of different styles.

Drapes are another popular option for dressing up your windows. Classic panel drapes are making a big comeback and can be dramatic on large windows. Sheer drapes are now offered in a variety of colors and patterns, and something is available in every price range. Hanging hardware is an important consideration. You will want your hardware to match your drapery style.

Many types of hardware are designed to be invisible, but if you are investing in ornate draperies, then you won't want to skimp on the hardware. Consistency is an important feature in an integrated home design.

There is a whole world of window treatment options available to liven up your home. Take the time to explore the ways that you can add life to or change the feel of a room through window treatments.

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Not anymore. There is now a spray paint on the market that requires no sanding or priming and dries beautifully with a durable finish. No matter what you are painting, whether it's lawn chairs or a playhouse, the paint gives a factory-like finish that is safe for children.

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The paint provides a new way for you to inject color and style into your home and garden. Use stencils to brighten up plastic patio pots, planting tables and more, or transform a faded old plastic playhouse into a brand-new fairy castle!

When painting, use newspapers to protect surrounding areas and work in a well-ventilated space. For the best results, don't attempt to paint on a windy day and wipe down surfaces with a standard paint thinner.

According to the directions, the paint will dry to the touch in 15 minutes. Drying time, however, may vary due to temperature and humidity. The paint will achieve maximum adhesion in one week.

The paint is easy to use, and because it dries so fast, you get very quick results. For more information, consult www.krylon.com.

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This is the third in a three part series about kids, computer safety, and what parents and guardians need to know.

What Should You Do If You Suspect Your Child Is Communicating With A Sexual Predator Online?

Consider talking openly with your child about your suspicions. Tell them about the dangers of computer-sex offenders. Review what is on your child’s computer. If you don’t know how, ask a friend, coworker, relative, or other knowledgeable person. Pornography or any kind of sexual communication can be a warning sign. Use the Caller ID service to determine who is calling your child. Most telephone companies that offer Caller ID also offer a service that allows you to block your number from appearing on someone else’s Caller ID, and also offer a feature that rejects incoming calls that you block. If your child or anyone in the household has received child pornography, or has been sexually solicited by someone who knows that your child is under 18 years of age, you should immediately contact your local or state law enforcement agency, the FBI (http://www2.fbi.gov/contact/fo/fo.htm), and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (http://www.missingkids.com/). Keep the computer turned off in order to preserve any evidence for future law enforcement use.

Unless directed to do so by the law enforcement agency, you should not attempt to copy any of the images and/or text found on the computer.

What Can You Do To Minimize The Chances Of An Online Exploiter Victimizing Your Child?

Communicate, and talk to your child about sexual victimization and potential online danger. Spend time with your children online. Have them teach you about their favorite online destinations. Keep the computer in a common room in the house, not in your child’s bedroom. It is much more difficult for a computer-sex offender to communicate with a child when the computer screen is visible to a parent or another member of the household.

Utilize parental controls provided by your service provider and/or blocking software.

While electronic chat can be a great place for children to make new friends and discuss various topics of interest, it is also prowled by computer-sex offenders. Use of chat rooms, in particular, should be heavily monitored. While parents should utilize these mechanisms, they should not totally rely on them. Always maintain access to your child’s online account and randomly check his/her e-mail. Be aware that your child could be contacted through the U.S. Mail. Be up front with your child about your access and reasons why. Teach your child the responsible use of the resources online. There is much more to the online experience than chat rooms.

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I would like to take this opportunity to explore the dangers of hydroplaning and the resulting motor vehicle accidents. Several area roadways pool large amounts of water during heavy rains. These “high water” areas have and can present a hydroplaning hazard resulting in serious motor vehicle accidents. The definition of “hydroplane” from the Merriam-Webster dictionary is as follows, “hydroplane (intransitive verb): to skim on water; especially of a vehicle: to skid on a wet surface (as pavement) because of a film of water, on the surface, causes the tires to lose contact with it.”

Possible causes of hydroplaning listed on the internet at Answers.com include: 1. Driving to fast in the rain.

2. Water too deep on the roadway.

3. Tires too worn out to drive on. (No tread wear left.)

4. Driving right after a long drought and the water brings oil to the surface of the

road causing the road to be slick.

5. Turning your wheel too fast to make a turn in the rain.

6. Improper air pressure in tires.

7. Wrong type of tires on car or truck.

Whatever the cause, hydroplaning has caused several serious motor vehicle accidents, including fatalities in our area. Please be alert to “High Water” signs, large pools of water on roadways and the condition of your vehicles tires. Hydroplaning hazards increase at night because reduced visibility hides pools of water from view. Please exercise extreme caution on wet roads especially during the heavy periods of spring rains.

Be sure to visit the Middlefield Fire and Police Department’s tent at the 2011 Relay for Life at Cardinal High School, Saturday and Sunday, May 21 and 22. We are the “Guns & Hoses Team”.

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By Joe Novak Everyone is trying to be more productive. Companies are trying to get more done with fewer personnel and individuals seem to have more on their plate, in spite of all these “labor saving devices.” More on social media later.

Planning, procrastinating, organization and developing good habits all go together whenever you are under pressure to perform. I recently had a computer crash and my procrastination in regards to backing up every few days is now costing me hours of reconstruction and lamenting over lost material.

I am retired and yet every week I make out a plan for the upcoming week. This includes a grocery list; errands that need doing, a list of projects at the farm and a priority list of MUST DO items that should not be put off.

I was in sales for years and my creed was, “Make a plan and work that plan.” I would record the most important calls for the day at the top of the list, and the least important at the bottom. Whatever did not get done that day was added to the next day’s list.

Research has shown that if you want your employees to be productive, they must have a plan to follow for every hour of the day. There are those employees that are extremely focused and may not need a minute by minute plan laid out; however those are rare and most of them have a roadmap in their minds that they follow explicitly.

Now onto social media; “time wasters”!

I don’t tweet, or text. If I want to get in touch, I will call you or e-mail you. I can see where texting is useful at times, however it makes me crazy to go to a function and every person under 40 is checking their tweet, texts,

or e-mails, constantly. I was wondering why these kids don’t use phone holsters … their phones never leave their hands.

If you are an employer, take my advice and strictly limit the use of these devices in the workplace and watch productivity rise.

I look forward to your angry tweets and texts; you young people under 40. If you have some constructive criticism, please e-mail me at the Post.

To find out what Joe would do, e-mail questions to editorial@middlefieldpost. com. Joe has 20-some years experience in manufacturing and says that as a small business owner, he found that you either learn how to solve a problem yourself or pay to have it done. Joe’s articles are his opinion and are only intended as a guide. Please consult an expert when in doubt.

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Playing golf in the rain can add some extra challenges to a day on the course. When you carry particular items with you, and manage them well; it will make the round more enjoyable, and allow you to finish.

Make sure that the grips on your clubs are replaced on a regular basis. This will help when it rains. Having a set of all weather grips is a must if you don’t want your game to be cut short. Another essential, no matter the type of weather, is a large towel. A towel with one end damp will help keep the clubs and golf ball clean no matter what the environment on the course. In order to keep a towel functional, on a rainy day, tuck it into the spokes of the umbrella. This will also keep the umbrella steady when you set it down to hit a shot. The towel can be used during the round to dry hands and grips before swinging.

Using a bag cover, from a storage compartment in your bag, will keep the clubs dry as you walk or ride between shots. Another cover for the bag is called a bag umbrella, which is made specifically for such days.

Rain gloves are very effective for holding a grip when the weather is damp. They are functional when wet but they lose their purpose if they get overly saturated. You may have to ring them out during the round in order to keep them functional. Usually sold in pairs, they can double as hand warmers on the cooler days.

A tee or a divot repair tool from your bag will clean the grass from the bottom of your golf shoes. This will help with your footing when the grass is wet, and when you are trying to take a swing.

Changing your golf spikes at the beginning of the season will also help with the stability of your swing. A new set of spikes can be purchased at most golf courses. If the golf course attendant has time, they will even replace the spikes for you, while you wait.

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Who can raise more than $6,500 in three months? People passionate about horses, that’s who. We’ve seen it proven through the Geauga Park District Bridle Trail Fund, established last year by the Geauga County Ohio Horseman’s Council.

The purpose, to provide for the maintenance and development of public bridle trails in the park.

Geauga Park District offers nearly 16 miles of bridle trails at six of its 18 open parks: The West Woods in Newbury and Russell Townships, Headwaters Park in Huntsburg and Claridon Townships, Beartown Lakes Reservation in Auburn and Bainbridge Townships, Big Creek Park in Chardon Township, Swine Creek Reservation in Middlefield and Parkman Townships and Chickagami Park in Parkman Township.

These six-foot-wide aggregate trails are not cheap to create or maintain, however.

Each mile costs an initial $79,200 to lay, then nearly $2,450 each year for staff and fuel to remove leaves, conduct post-storm cleanup and clean out ditches, culverts and timber “water bars” that prevent erosion.

The Geauga County OHC’s initial contribution of $6,516 to its fund – a Donor Designated Fund created under the auspices of Geauga Park District Foundation, the 501c3 supporting organization of the park district – included dollars from local and outof-county donors matched by an anonymous donor. It now hopes the horse-riding community will add at least $1,000 to the fund annually. Some future fundraising efforts will include a table at the Geauga People for Parks summer flea market and the addition of a contribution line to Geauga County OHC’s annual membership form. Additional donations will be enthusiastically accepted as well.

Learn more about the OHC in Geauga County at www.geaugacountyohc.com.

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What To Do When Tornadoes Strike

April 2011, may be the April with the most reported tornado sightings in history. There were more than 600 reports of tornadoes spotted across the United States, last month. It will take awhile to analyze all the data but there is no mistaking the fact that we’ve had some pretty bizarre weather.

A tornado appears as a rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm cloud towards the ground, striking with whirling winds of up to 200 miles per hour. They can occur anywhere and time, although in the United States they most often occur during April, May and June in the late afternoon or evening. These “twisters” usually travel a distance of about 10 to 12 miles and touchdown for only a few minutes. One of the longest recorded tracks was 219 miles through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana in 1925. I find it interesting that most, but not all, tornadoes rotate counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere and clockwise below the equator.

The National Weather Service issues a tornado watch when weather conditions are right for a tornado. Be prepared to take shelter and keep informed of the latest storm conditions.

When a tornado warning is issued, a tornado has been sighted and confirmed within a 50mile radius of your area. Signs of a possible tornado can include a dark green sky, a large bank or wall of clouds, large hail, a loud rumble like a train or the sound of rushing wind. Don’t assume that wind, rain, lightening, thunder and these other signs will always accompany a tornado. Every storm is different.

To protect yourself and your family during a tornado, be prepared. If the weather is threatening, listen to your television, radio or a NOAA Weather Radio and keep informed.

Special weather radios can be purchased quite reasonably at most department or electronic stores. Determine the safest location in your home to take shelter, usually the basement.

Assemble emergency supplies near that area. Flying debris is the greatest danger. Gather a pile of blankets, sleeping bags or a mattress near your shelter area that you can use to cover yourself.

Don’t bother opening windows in the house to equalize pressure. That is an outdated idea and you’ll be wasting valuable time. Take cover immediately. Avoid windows because of flying glass. Get under a sturdy table or stairwell. Cover yourself with blankets, and shield your head with your arms. The floors above can collapse. Don’t lie where the refrigerator or piano can crush through the floor from above. If you don’t have a basement, go to the lowest level to an enclosed room with no windows, a stairwell or an interior hallway. Lay face down, cover yourself and shield your head. If you live in a mobile home, get out! Get to a sturdy building as quickly as possible. Think ahead about where you would go in the event that this happens. If you are in your car and have time, drive out of it’s way. If not possible, or if you are outdoors in the open, seek shelter in a sturdy building. If no other alternative, lie face down in a low-laying area or ditch. Do not take cover under bridges or freeway overpasses.

Contrary to belief, they offer little protection.

The bottom line is that there is no guarantee of safety if you’re in an area directly struck by a tornado. It all depends on its severity and rating. The most violent tornados are rated F5 on the Fujita Scale. Most tornadoes are much weaker. These safety tips will help you survive.

Do your research and be prepared.

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Middlefield Senior Center May Events The Middlefield Senior Center, is located at 15820 Ridgewood Dr. (inside Middlefield Community Center), and is open every day except Thursday. Phone 440-632-0611. The center offers a coffee and refreshment hour, socialization, exercise, lunch and many other activities.

The following special events are availailable during the month of May. Speakers and Learning Opportunities: On Wednesday, May 18 at 10:30 a.m., learn about the benefits of Home Care, presented by Care Corp., and at 12:30 p.m., Health Quest will discuss senior health. On Wednesday, May 25 at 11 a.m., the Visiting Nurse Association will talk about a wellness program.

Special Happenings: On Friday, May 27 go out to lunch at JC’s in Burton. You will be responsible for your lunch cost.

Holden Arboretum: Take a trip on Tuesday, May 24 to the Holden Arboretum for only $10 per person. Transportation from the senior center will be available; there will be no transit. Cost includes lunch and tour. Please RSVP by May 18.

Card Making Classes Offered: Create one-of-a-kind handmade cards to send to friends and family. Classes are open to all levels, all supplies are provided. A 50 cent donation is requested per card. On Thursday, May 12 at 9:30 a.m., create male specific cards, for adults and children, and on Thursday, May 26 at 9:30 a.m., create patriotic cards with two Americana inspired designs.

Chair Volleyball: On May 19 at 12:30 p.m., play chair volleyball. This event is open to any senior in Geauga County!

Monthly Breakfast: On May 19 at 9 a.m., enjoy a breakfast. This month’s menu is eggs in a basket with sausage, fresh fruit pastries, and a beverage. The cost is $3 per person. Please pay at the door. Free blood pressure checks will be available and a health care presentation will be given by Care Corp.

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{ health } Compliments for Hair, Helping Cancer Patients “Look Good ... Feel Better” Since 1989, the American Cancer Society’s “Look Good … Feel Better” program has helped people when undergoing treatment for cancer. The impact of losing hair and the other appearance-related effects of treatment can be devastating, making a hard time even harder. The program helps by putting patients in touch with experts who teach beauty techniques for women in such situations. These specially-trained volunteer professionals lead small groups through practical, hands-on experiences, teaching skin and nail care techniques along with ways to deal with hair loss, using wigs, turbans, and scarves. Each woman gets a free makeup kit to use during and after the workshop. Most of all, participants share laughter and camaraderie, as only women on the cancer journey together can.

Compliments for Hair has taken it one step further. In addition to being accredited participants for Geauga County (through University Hospital Geauga-UHGMC), they have also established their own – and the first of its kind – Wig Bank.

“Within the extended portion of this program is the need for donated wigs. The American Cancer Society (ACS) does not have the means to take gently worn wigs in to offer to future patients incapable of affording new ones. The ACS will place us on a list to receive, as well as offer, gently worn wigs from and to cancer patients. We have informed all local related medical facilities of this non-profit effort, as well as other local salons,” adds Susan Marsch, stylist and owner of Compliments for Hair in Burton.

For more information about local session dates and locations, call 1-888-227-6446. Patients can also order free self-help materials through the toll-free number, 1-800-395-LOOK (1-800395-5665). For more information about Compliments for Hair’s Wig Bank, contact Susan or Marybeth at Compliments for Hair at 14606 W. Park St., Burton, 440-834-8830.

NAMI Family and Friends Support Group National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) invites all who have a family member, loved one, or child diagnosed with a mental illness (brain disorder) to a family and friends support meeting on Thursday, May 12 at 7 p.m., at the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, 13244 Ravenna Rd., Chardon (44024). Our meetings are held the second Thursday of each month. No registration is necessary, and the program is free.

If you reside in the Middlefield area, join us on Wednesday, May 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Middlefield Public Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield. Our Middlefield support meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of each month. After a brief introduction we will divide into two focus groups (peers diagnosed with a mental illness, and family and friends of those diagnosed). No registration is necessary, and the program is free. For more information call 440-285-3945.

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By Linton Sharpnack The first warm days of spring literally burst into color from the blossoms on the flowers to the attention getting garb of the sports enthusiasts. These individuals take to the highways and byways in an attempt to reach the heights of human performance in running and cycling. Many are casual athletes wanting to feel the sun and the breeze after long months of being cooped up indoors. Others are serious competitors anxious to catch up to their local rivals.

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There has been recent research into reducing oxygen cost by increasing the consumption of sodium nitrate. Yes, the same controversial sodium nitrate used to preserve meats and fix food dyes. The sodium nitrates that we are looking for occurs naturally in our foods. Foods that are high in sodium nitrates include spinach, lettuce, curly kale and beet roots. One recent study demonstrated that beet root juice, consumed 3-4 times per day had a significant impact on oxygen cost during moderate exercise. The average person in the study improved their performance by 30 percent. This information is not just for our weekend warrior or competitive athlete.

Studies are currently being done to show it’s effectiveness in treating pulmonary hypertension and high blood pressure.

Cooking is known to reduce the amount of sodium nitrates in these vegetables and reduces their effectiveness. An organic or sustainable growing practice increases all the available nutrients.

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What’s in your gut: food, bacteria, over 100 billion nerve cells, and the largest concentration of lymph tissue (immune active tissue). What’s in your brain? Over 100 billion nerve cells. There may be a connection more important that we acknowledge.

The human gut holds over 1,000 different species totaling over 100,000,000,000,000,000 bacteria (100 quadrillion) and no two people’s gut bacteria (flora) are the same. There are currently three general characteristics to gut flora under consideration: Bacteroides, Prevotella, and Ruminococcus (a gut “type” B, P, R – similar to blood type A, B, O). Each of the gut types determines how people use food and what vitamins the gut makes.

For example, Gut Type B efficiently makes vitamins B2, B5, C and H, while Gut Type P makes B1 and folic acid.

Research is very fresh and eventually may lead to individual diet advice or drug considerations.

Even more stunning is a growing awareness of the neuroscience of the gut: the brain is shaped by bacteria in the digestive tract! This new research suggests that gut flora impacts thinking, brain development, and behavior. Humans believe they are highly evolved conscious individuals. We are far less human than we appreciate. Science and medicine recognize that bacterial cells on the skin and in the gut outnumber human cells 10-to-1.

Without the ‘germs’, humans die; vice-versa, without humans, ‘germs’ die. The brain is quite sterile whereas the gut is not. This is in part why there is such a large concentration of lymph tissue in the gut.

The implication is that bacteria affect neurological and behavioral disorders. For example, gut flora influence the body’s use of vitamin B6, which effects nerve and muscle cells function. Gut flora modulates immune tolerance and may influence autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis. Gut flora influence anxiety-related behavior. In autism, specific alterations in gut flora in conjunction with gastrointestinal problems make behavioral symptoms worse.

The new research is evaluating the influence of gut bacteria on the biochemistry and the development of the brain. In one experiment scientists raised mice without normal gut flora and compared behavior, brain chemistry, and brain development

to mice with normal gut bacteria. The microbe-free animals were more active and less anxious than microbe-colonized mice. In one test of anxiety, animals had the choice to stay in a safe dark box or to venture into a lit box. Bacteria-free animals spent significantly more time in the lit box than the bacterially colonized littermates.

Other anxiety tests demonstrated similar results.

How do gut bacteria influence the brain? Gut flora may stimulate the Vegas nerve. The Vegas nerve connects the gut to the brain; an infection with Salmonella stimulates genes in the brain and cutting the Vegas nerve blocks this effect. Gut flora may also affect the release of chemical and hormonal signals by the gut into the blood ultimately reaching the brain. Gut microbes do affect stress hormones that may influence genes in the brain.

Here is perhaps the interesting part.

Antibiotics kill all normal gut flora and allow gut yeast to overgrow. Yeast killing drugs have a similar but opposite effect. Food and drugs affect stomach acid, which alters gall bladder function, which alters gut pH, which alters the ‘environment’ for the gut flora. Recent research indicated that people taking antacids develop osteoporosis.

Calcium is necessary for bone construction and nerve conduction.

Low calcium absorption from antacid use adversely affects bones and may affect the brain as well. Too much alkaline food inhibits gall bladder function and alters the optimal pH for gut flora. Outside of drinking pure acid, I know not, how to lower stomach pH below 0.8 (normal stomach pH to properly stimulate the gall bladder). Alcohol and recreational drugs may alter the mind, in part, by altering gut flora. Corticosteriods and hormonal drugs affect gut flora. Too much sugar (cane sugar, beet sugar, corn syrup, malt, etc) feeds yeast overgrowth.

The point is, “You are what you eat” is potentially inaccurate! We soon may learn, “You are what your gut flora makes you your gut flora is what you eat.” Medicine may need to change the focus of drug therapy!

Nutritionists may need to change the focus of food recommendations!

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Try over-the-counter remedies such as oral antihistamines, decongestants, cromolyn spray, and combination medications.

For many people, avoiding allergens and taking over-the-counter medications is enough to ease symptoms. But if your seasonal allergies are still bothersome, don’t give up. A number of other treatments are available. If you have concerns about your allergies, please call Dr. Ian Suzelis of Middlefield at 440-632-1500.

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Now make a list of all the reasons you didn’t take action. Do you see any signs of the little monkey in the list? Think of another great, wonderful, exciting idea you had and make another list of the reasons you didn’t take it to completion. Is there a pattern?

Self-limiting conversations are completely normal and we all have them! The key is to simply recognize that we are having this conversation and decide that our fabulous idea is far more interesting than what the little monkey has to say.

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Entertainers include Banjo the Clown, Mark the Magician, and The Story Stop with the Geauga Public Library. Kidsfest will take place on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Rd., Chesterland.

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{ community interest } NOW THRU MAY 22: Geauga Theater Musical Comedy Nunsense The musical comedy Nunsense runs through May 22. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for students/ seniors. The historic Geauga Lyric Theater is located at 101 Water St. in Chardon. For information or to purchase tickets for the play, visit www. geaugatheater.org or call 440-286-2255.

MAY 12: Attracting Birds and Butterflies Learn how attracting birds and butterflies to your garden is an important beginning to protecting the larger ecosystem. There is a $15 fee. Light refreshments and handouts included. Call 440-834-4656 to register. Send check payable to OSU Extension, P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. Class will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Geauga County OSU Extension Office, Patterson Center (on the Burton Fairgrounds), 14269 Claridon Troy Rd. To view a complete list of class offerings visit http://geauga.osu.edu/

community MAY 12: Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village Presents WOOF! Bring your kids and grandkids to Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village on Friday, May 12 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the reading and book signing of WOOF! Chat with author Neil Markey and illustrator Pam Spremulli of Chagrin Falls, and meet the lovable canine inspirations for WOOF! Signed books will be available and Rescue Village will receive 25 pecent of the sales. The Golden Barkery (www.

TheGoldenBarkery.com) will co-sponsor the event with delicious (human) treats and will be selling their specialty dog treats, donating 10 percent of their proceeds to Rescue Village.

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Individuals that volunteer an average of one or two hours a week: • Live Longer • Have an improved sense of purpose • Active seniors spend $2,000 less per year on health care Learn about: Volunteer opportunities.

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MAY14: Community Garage Sale The American Legion Hall on Goodwin Avenue in Burton will hold a community garage sale from 8 a.m. to1 p.m. Vendors are needed. Set-up time is 7:30 a.m. Call Mike Karlinsky at 440-286-1202 for details.

MAY 14: Document Destruction Day Document Destruction Day is Saturday, May 14 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Geauga County Engineer’s Yard, 12665 Merritt Rd., Chardon. Limit two banker boxes per person. Documents WILL NOT be shredded on-site. Questions call Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste District, 800-707-2673 or www. startrecycling.com MAY 19-21: C.A.R.E. Garage Sale On May 19-21 from 9 a.m. to 5p.m., the C.A.R.E. organization will hold a garage sale at 15787 W. High St., Middlefield.

Donations are needed. Please drop items in Barb Youshak’s garage or call for pickup 440-632-0394.

MAY 25: Health Fair in West Farmington The Imperial Skilled Care Center of Warren will hold a Health Fair at the Farmington Senior Center at 150 College St. in W. Farmington on Wednesday, May 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, lunch will be available and there will be door prizes.

Call 330-889-2733 for more information.

MAY 28: Book Sale at Burton Library The Friends of the Burton Public Library will hold a book sale Saturday, May 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the library basement, opposite the Burton park. Items for everyone include books, magazines, vintage materials, maps, records, CDs, tapes, videos, movies and puzzles. Enter the sale through the white door located at the back of the building.

JUNE 11: Burton Antiques Market Time to go antiquing at the Burton Antiques Market taking place at the Burton Fairgrounds Racetrack on Saturday, June 11. There will be 400 dealers, great food, rain or shine. Early bird admission 8-10 a.m. is $20 General admission 10 a.m.-5 p.m. is $6 For more information contact: Kay and Bill Puchstein at 740-998-5300, e-mail puchs2@yahoo.com or visit www. burtonantiquesmarket.com. Mark your calendar for the fall Antique Market on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011.

JULY 9: Seeking Artisans The DMRC’s 3rd annual Art on the Hill is seeking artisans for their day-long event which will take place on July 9, 2011 in Mantua. Artisans will line both sides of Prospect Street selling and displaying their handmade works of art. Booth fee is $45.There will also be continuous live entertainment, a Chinese auction, foods and much more!

For more information call Christine at 330414-6486 or download an application at www.mantuashalersvillechamber. com. Note: The DMRC (Downtown Mantua Revitization Corporation is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization.

JULY 28-30: West Farmington Festival The West farmington Festival will be held in the village park on Route 88.

Thursday night, July 28 will be ‘Bike Night’.

On Friday night attend a silent auction.

Funds donated will offset costs for the Bristol Youth Soccer League, and provide funds for many other local organizations.

Enter the Cookie Baking Contest before 5:45 p.m. on Friday. Bake a cake and have it in the park before 11:45 a.m. on Saturday.

Baking prizes will be awarded. Enter your child in a Baby Photo Contest. The child must be between the ages of newborn and 23 months. For contest rules visit www. farmingtoncommunity.org or call the village at 330-889-2699. The West Farmington Festival is a non-profit organization.

Volunteerism Is Alive and Well!!

Ever thought of helping out at a hospice, tutoring young students or delivering meals to shut-ins? Ever had a family member assisted by a local social service agency, and thought about giving back to that agency?

Sure, many of us have thought about it but how many actually acted on their impulse?

Maybe it’s just taking that first step? Maybe we all need a nudge?

If that’s the case, we may have found the nudge you have been looking for. On May 21, Teichman Financial Services will hold their first, “Opportunity Fair.” Dan Culliton, Director of Business Development at Teichman Financial stresses, “Initially the driving force behind the initiative was to help our clients, (most of which are retirees), find a convenient way to stay active.” Dan goes on to explain, “We see our client’s attitudes change as they progress through retirement. Initially it’s; ‘Boy it’s great to be out of the rat race,’ maybe three to five years down the road it’s more like, ‘Now what do I do with myself?’”

The plan for this event is to open it to the public. A number of diverse agencies will be at Teichman’s facility describing their services and soliciting volunteers. Teichman Financial is partnering with RSVP Lake

County and The Cleveland Volunteers, as well as various agencies in Geauga County to ensure a good agency mix. In addition, a seminar on Medicare is being delivered in Teichman’s learning center.

So what’s in it for you? The staff at Teichman Financial did a bit of research and found that active retirees live longer more fulfilling lives. Further, in general, individuals that volunteer 1-2 hours a week have a lower rate of depression, and an improved sense of purpose. According to the Ohio Department of Aging, seniors that volunteer can save up to $2,000 on healthcare. It’s true that in many cases the volunteer gets more than they give.

“It’s part of the holistic approach we take to planning,” according to Larry Teichman, LPL Branch Manager at Teichman Financial. “We have a concern for clients that goes beyond the financial component.

In many cases the relationship we have with clients began over 10 years ago. We want to see them fully enjoy their Golden Years.”

The Opportunity Fair is open to the public on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Teichman Financial’s Facility, 11630 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland. Call 440-7290036 or visit www.teichmanfinancial.com.

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Garrettsville Idol Announces Semi-Finalists The Garrettsville SummerFest committee held open-call auditions for the 2011 Garrettsville Idol, in mid April. Closed auditions were held at James A. Garfield High School and attracted 50 contestants all with dreams of becoming the 2011 Garrettsville Idol.

Each contestant performed a capella before judges Danny Deakins, 2008 Idol Winner Michelle McDowell and Wendi Brown.

Three of the 43 semi-finalists are from Geauga County. They are Asia Stone, a 16 year old from Burton, Lena DiNardo, a 13 year old, also from Burton and 17 year old, Rebecca Miller from Chardon.

These area teens will compete on May 15 at the JAG High School in Garrettsville vying for an opportunity to perform in the finals on June 26, live on stage, at the Garrettsville SummerFest. Tickets for the semi-finals are available at Skylanes Bowling in Garrettsville or reserve tickets can be held at the auditorium by calling Aaron King at 330-524-2646. For additional details visit www.garrettsvillesummerfest.com.

End of the Commons Expands End of the Commons General Store in Mesopotamia has expanded its line of hard to find housewares and kitchen gadgets. The expansion includes Granite-Ware cookware, stainless steel Rada knives, meat smoking supplies, food grinders, Camp Chef iron skillets, a full line of canning supplies and Ohio-made crock pots.

End of the Commons General Store is northeast Ohio’s largest bulk food store and features specialty foods, over 30 baking flours, assorted dried goods, gluten free products, sugar free candies, Amish country popcorn, penny candy, over 100 varieties of old fashioned soda pop, homemade fudge, and a full service deli, featuring Amish country meats and cheeses. They also carry over 30 flavors of whipped salt water taffy and now stocks a huge assortment of Jelly Belly jelly beans!

Inside the store, is a country cafe with seating for up to 25. The menu is varied offering hamburgers, chicken, french fries, and hot and cold deli sandwiches. Made to order sandwiches, soups, salads, and several specialty items are available from our full service deli.

Today, the 15,000 square foot retail store is lined with antiques which date back to the early 1800s. A visit to the general store is reminiscent of days gone by; one will find a treasure of old-fashioned goods, hard to find kitchen gadgets and an antique collection that is certain to bring back fond memories of childhood. During the summer months, one may find the owners car collection, dating from 1914, parked outside. Take a journey into yesteryear and visit our unique general store, set in the quiet surroundings of Amish country. The store sits on the corner of Routes 534 and 87 in Mesopotamia. Visit www.endofthecommons.com Call 440-693-4295. Hours Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Cardinal Middle School STEM Club Pilots Lessons Using telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes and a refracting telescope to compare magnification tools, 6th and 7th grade students of Cardinal Middle School Science Technology Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M.) Club had the pleasure of piloting astronomy lessons at the newest park in the Geauga County Park District. Observatory Park located in Montville is not open to the public yet, but the students were invited to be the first group to conduct some of the lessons that were developed by middle school science teachers serving on the Park Education Advisory Council. The park is the first of its kind to be dedicated to the study of astronomy.

Students acted out a star life cycle and made a scale model of the solar system. They observed the reflecting telescope housed in a building with a roll-off roof and watched a presentation of Hubble photographs in the planetarium building. Finally, students investigated the properties of magnification using hand glasses, binoculars and a refracting telescope. Students were invited to critique the lessons and give feedback to the park education directors. It was a totally awesome field trip!

The S.T.E.M. Club at Cardinal Middle School is presented by volunteers Mr. and Mrs. Boles and is supported by the middle school PTO.

CHS French Students to Les Miserables In the beginning of April, 30 French students from Cardinal High School went to see Les Miserables at the Palace Theater in Cleveland. It was a wonderful production in a beautiful venue.

Thank you to Mr. Paskey and the Student Council for paying for the bus to go on this trip!

On April 6, nine high schools throughout northeast Ohio came together in the Cardinal High School gym for the annual Leadership Conference. The discussion of the day revolved around one theme, “Care is Contagious,” presented by guest speaker Andy Thibodeau from London, Ontario, Canada. Andy spent the entire day with the students, talking to them about how their leadership skills are one to carry with them after graduation and into college; and how if a person wants other people to care about something, it all has to start with that person on their own, in order to spark the idea to others.

The presentation was extremely successful, and the Cardinal Student Council was extremely proud to host the event. Officers Kelsey Adams (Vice President), Katelyn Hanzel (President), Carlie Frank (Vice President), Nick Wolff (Secretary/Treasurer), and advisor Mr. Sam Paskey were all elated with the turnout of the event, and hope to host the affair again next year. Mr. Paskey, all the officers, as well as the rest of the Cardinal Student Council would like to extend much thanks to their monetary sponsors: The Frank Agency, Tim Frank Septic Company, North Coast Sales, and John’s Photography for donating generously to the cause of the conference. The Student Council, as well as the other students in attendance at the conference, would like to send their greatest thanks and gratitude toward those groups for their generosity.

We would like to also thank all of the schools that were in attendance at the conference.

A special thanks to Andy Thibodeau for his fantastic presentation. He so awesomely gave us the confidence that we, as students, would inspire our peers to care like we do; because care is contagious!

Memorial Day Preparation The students at Jordak Elementary are preparing for Memorial Day by creating patriotic posters in art class. Their artwork is filled with American flags, the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell, the bald eagle and many other patriotic symbols.

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*Calamity Day Makeup Due to extensive calamity days the Ohio Department of Education mandates that Cardinal Schools must make up one school day. This will be on June 3, 2011.

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Back From Hungary

By Allie Klein Hello Middlefield. It’s so great to be back home after a wonderful and memorable trip to Hungary this spring. I traveled to Hungary with Caitlin Cable, to visit our friend Amanda Peterson who is living in Debrecen, the second largest city in Hungary, for one year. Amanda is a foreign exchange student whose trip was made possible through the Middlefield–Burton Rotary. It was a neat experience to go and live with an exchange student for a week in a European country, because my family here, is currently hosting a foreign exchange student, Noel Wolf, from Germany. The culture and lifestyle in Europe is much different than that of America’s, and this was obvious right away.

The first thing I noticed when we arrived was how different the style was. I found out from Amanda and her host family that the people of Hungary will not leave their house in sweat pants even if they are just running to the store or to drop someone off at school. Appearance and fashion are huge, and everyone wants to look their best at all times. The food also was a huge cultural change as their diet consists of less packaged and processed food. The women of the house spend a lot of time preparing meals, all of which are fresh. Gabi, Amanda’s host mom, buys a live chicken every Friday and kills, cleans, and cooks it on her own, then concocts a meal for her family.

Everywhere I looked, I could tell I was in a foreign country, from the architecture to the homes, and the modes of transportation.

The cars were all much smaller than what we are used to in America, most of them are made in Germany and Japan. The younger citizens used buses and trains to get to their destinations. I found it interesting that, although Hungary is part of Western Europe they have chosen to retain their own monetary system as opposed to adopting the Euro. Though Hungary may not be as modern and as technologically advanced as the USA, they certainly were up on all the latest gadgets, such as Skype, cellphones, and computers. This made it easy to stay connected with friends and family back home, and update them on what we were doing.

The security at the Budapest airport was easier to navigate than it was flying out of the U.S. For example we did not have to remove our shoes or belts like we do here, but we did all go through metal detectors. Going into Hungary, all they did was check our passports and ask us why we were visiting. Coming home to the U.S. we had to wait in a line for over an hour to get our passports checked, and then we had to go through customs where they asked us numerous questions.

It was exciting to be in a foreign country, Europe is such a beautiful and picturesque place. I would recommend anybody that has the opportunity to travel there, to do so.

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“Once Upon a Time” by Sue Fisher (above), is a replica book made with phyllo dough, which won the prize for ‘Most Realistic’.

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By Nick Fagan

While this column normally focuses on upcoming events at the Middlefield Library, sometimes there are programs and experiences elsewhere that are too good not to mention!

We’re proud to announce that one of our fellow Geauga County Public Library branches, the Bainbridge Library, is one of only 55 libraries across the United States to host “A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs, 1910-1965” from May 19 to July 1. This exhibit consists of eight colorful double-sided panels filled with text and photographs highlighting the spirit of this musical era. The exhibit features musical greats such as Irving Berlin’s, “God Bless America, White Christmas, and Easter Parade”, Jerome Kern ‘s “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes, The Way You Look Tonight, and A Fine Romance”, Richard Rodgers’ and Oscar Hammerstein’s, “The King and I, Oklahoma, and South Pacific”.

In addition, there are numerous exciting and entertaining programs at the Bainbridge Library to support the exhibit. The Kenston High School Varsity Jazz Band will open the exhibit at the Bainbridge Library on Thursday, May 19 at 7 p.m. with lively and timeless songs. In June, Bill Rudman will present “Jewish Songwriters United: Their Impact on the American Musical” as an after-hours special event on Friday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m. On Tuesday, June 28 at 7 p.m., Larry Sheir will present, “From Tin Pan Alley to Broadway.” Mr. Sheir will explain the background and perform the songs that define the personalities within this exhibit. Furthermore, classic movie musicals will be shown on select afternoons throughout June. For additional information or to register for these programs, please call the Bainbridge Library at 440-543-5611. The Bainbridge Library is located at 17222 Snyder Rd., Chagrin Falls (44023).

A Fine Romance was curated by David Lehman and developed by Nextbook, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Jewish literature, culture, and ideas, and by the American Library Association Public Programs Office. The national tour of the exhibit has been made possible by the Charles H. Revson Foundation, the Righteous Persons Foundation, the David Berg Foundation, an anonymous donor, and Tablet: A New Read on Jewish Life. A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs is also a book by David Lehman, published by Nextbook/Schocken. The Bainbridge Library also received funding from the Friends of the Bainbridge Library and the Bainbridge Women’s Club in support of this exhibit.

The exhibit and programs are just a short drive from Middlefield and definitely worth the trip. The works of these talented musicians have a large impact on American popular culture. So whether you are a long time fan or just discovering these musical masterpieces, you will not want to miss “A Fine Romance.”

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Are you tempted to overindulge on deserts? I am easily lured by the tantalizing appearance of sweets. My logic may be whispering warnings, but my cravings are shouting “Sensational.” I know that sweets offer only temporary satisfaction, yet the sugar rush of the moment outweighs common sense.

Sadly, we can also fall victims to temptations to binge on gossip. “The words of a talebearer are like tasty trifles, and they go down into the inmost body (New King James).”

We eat, swallow half-truths as undisputed truth and give them a place to settle and sour our spirits.

Lord, give me the wisdom to avoid gossip and turn to truth for lasting fulfillment.

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The Parkman Congregational Church invites the community to a swiss steak dinner on May 13 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 18265 Madison Rd. (Route 528) in Parkman.

Call 440-548-4829 for more information.

MAY 13: J-Force to the Rescue “J-Force to the Rescue” children’s musical presented by the Junior Choir of First United Methodist Church invites young and old to come Friday evening May 13 at 7 p.m., or Sunday, May 15 at 9 or 10:45 a.m. to hear this exciting message about the force of Jesus and how it surrounds us constantly, bringing us protection and His glorious peace. Come feel the J-Force! It is always with you! The church is located at 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield Village. Handicap accessible. Call the church at 440632-0480 for more information. Find us at Facebook at First United Methodist Church of Middlefield.

MAY 25: Feed – A – Friend Free Meal

Parkman Congregational Church invites the community to a free meal of chicken and dumplings on May 25 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 18265 Madison Rd. (Route 528) in Parkman. Call 440-548-4829 for more information.

MAY 27: God Shares A Meal God Shares A Meal, Friday, May 27, 4-6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Middlefield.

Free meal for anyone who wishes to come. The church is located at 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield Village. Handicap accessible. Call the church at 440-632-0480 for more information.

In Memoriam

Vicki L. Patchin, age 61 of West Farmington died Thursday, April 28, 2011 at UHHS

Geauga Medical Center in Claridon Township. She was born on March 30, 1950, daughter of Jack and Anna (Miller) Mansfield. She was a graduate of Cardinal High School in 1968 and graduate of Lake Erie Academy of Cosmetology. A life long area resident, she owned and operated the Hair-Em Beauty Salon in Middlefield from Nov. 1, 1975 until 2000 and then went to Hair Plus in Middlefield from 2000 until she retired in 2006. She enjoyed cooking and loved spending time with her family.

She will be missed by her loving friends and family; her husband Richard; her daughter Sarah (Johnathon) Grandon of West Farmington; her grandson Joshua; her sister Pat (Willard) Osborn of Windsor, and her brother John (Sherri) Livingston of Middlefield; five nieces, seven nephews; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Anna Mansfield.

A celebration of life was held May 3, 2011 at Russell Funeral Service, 15670 W. High St. (Route 87), Middlefield. Pastor D. Ray Mullet officiated. Vicki’s final resting place is at Hillside Cemetery in West Farmington. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Online condolences at www. russellfuneralservicesusa.com.

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Paris is a 4-5-year-old Poodle mix female. She is very friendly and very loving. She needs a home without cats – she just loves to chase them. To meet Paris visit the Geauga County Dog Warden at 12513 Merritt Rd., Chardon (44024) or call 440-2868135.

Sweet Little Mandy …

I help feed a feral cat colony in Mentor.

Unfortunately people use this area as a dumping ground for their family pets when they no longer want them. I saw this cute little kitten a couple of months ago. She was obviously new, terrified, confused and had apparently been abandoned. I tried, but couldn’t get her to come to me. I didn’t see her for about a month, and was concerned because coyotes and foxes come and go.

One day I was making my rounds and stopped to leave some food for the cats. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw this same little kitten eating out of the food tray.

Upon closer look, I could see she had bite wounds on the back of her neck that were open, bloody and infected. The puss odor coming from the infection smelled terrible.

She had a cold, eye and anal gland issues, and she was soaking wet.

Once at the vet, we were amazed to hear a very loud purring sound.

It was coming from Mandy. This poor kitty even after everything she had been through was still able to show her love, appreciation and trust in us.

No surprise but Mandy is a sweet and petite little girl. She can be a little shy, but she loves being petted. Mandy is very small weighing only 5 pounds now, and is a year old. She is looking for a home where she will be loved and kept safe and never abandoned again.

She is spayed, vaccinated, wormed and tested negative for leukemia/FIV. To meet Mandy, please contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue at 440-4749721 or Deptola.Kathy@ gmail.com.

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322 CLARIDON BARNS

13065 Mayfield Rd. Chardon • 440-285-2509 • 800-538-2276

For sale

Gestetner DSc 38 Printer • Printer has always been under service/maintenance contract.

• Well maintained.

• Has printed 73,638 BW copies and 83,222 color copies, still has plenty of life left.

• Full Color 28 ppm • Black & White 38 ppm • 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution • Duplex printing • Paper Sizes: 5.5” x 8.5” thru 12” x 18” • Network Protocols: TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, AppleTalk • Operating Systems: Windows 95/98/NT 4.0/2000/Me, Macintosh 7.61 or later

Price: $300.00 firm.

Printer sold as is.

Locally owned.

800-259-5869

Dog Training Classes (Obedience/Agility) w w w. t a l l p i n e s k 9 . c o m tallpinesk9@hotmail.com

Classes in all levels Of ObedienCe and aGility actual picture of printer

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SummerFest Announces Pet Idol Photo Contest

all classes will be held at tall Pines dog training. limited class size, pre-registration is required.

Gail Jaite, Owner 440-632-1099 13769 Old state Rd.(Rt.608) Middlefield 44062

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Ken’s Auto Body, Inc. 14430 Main Market Rd.(Rt. 422) • Burton

COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE CARE ATV, Motorcycle, Car & Small Truck Repair

T E • Oil Change • Brakes • Shocks • Tires • Exhaust Systems R Call to schedule your appointment R 440-487-4355 Y Brooks Repair 2 6 ye a r s ex p e r i e n c e

Phone (440) 834-1293 Toll-Free (888) 601-8380 Fax# (440) 834-1112

ken zwolinski

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STATE ROAD BATTERY PRO Alternative Energy Supplier • Since 1980 A Battery For Every Application WHOLESALE & RETAIL DISTRIBUTOR • golf • solar panels • marine • auto • truck • rv • watches • cell phone • camera • flashlights We Buy Your Old Batteries! www.trojanbattery.com

440.632.1846 call any time 15789 Old State Rd.(Rt 608) Middlefield • 8a-7p M-F; 8a-4p Sat

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Mast Metal Sales

Open: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Saturdays by appointment

Serving Northeast Ohio Since 1988

Building Materials

• Metal and Vinyl Siding • Steel Truss Buildings • Cannon Ball Track • Metal Roofing • Shingles • Door Frames & Accessories

Where Customers Send Their Friends for Casual Custom Catering

from an intimate dinner for 2 to a backyard bash for 400

Call for a free consultation

Greg Tarr, Proprietor Huntsburg, Ohio

Melvin J. Mast 13828 Bundysburg Rd., Middlefield • 440-632-0093 (let ring)

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Great Day Child Care Learning Center

Byler Construction

Danielle Hensley, Director 14810 Madison Road Middlefield, OH 44062 Pho: 440-632-1832 • Fax: 440-632-5482 Email: greatday1@netlink.net www. greatdaychildcare.com Great Day Management, Inc.

• New Homes IN BUSINESS SINcE 1986 • Pole Barns • Additions • Remodeling • General Contracting • Carpentry • Siding • Roofing

Call 440.667.2897 for a Free Estimate

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Colonial Structures Inc. Winston-Salem, N.C.

Julie Howes

Authorized Local Dealer REALTOR with Howard Hanna 440.477.7864

Local Amish Craftsmen are Ready to Build Your Dream Home

If you can dream it, we can build it!

Most energy efficient of all wood available Sell three ways *Kit Only *Rough-In *Turn-Key Lifetime warranty against termites and decay Priced for all budgets, delivery in 30 days Many plans to choose or use your own plan

www.colonialstructures.com

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Buyer of All Types of Metal Industrial and Commercial Container Service 440-632-3455 Fax: 440-632-0155

13862 Old State Rd. Middlefield, OH 44062

www.chowdown.info

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$30 off Registration for new clients.

Cedar Log Homes

440-632-1444

q Room additions ~In-law suites ~Great rooms q Pole barns q Garages q q q q

440-286-6211 • 440-477-6691

Quality work 800-331-3325 References 5 year Warranty on labor Special low rate financing available

Celebrating our 25th Anniversary

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GRAND RIVER PET CARE CENTER, LLC lots of personal Dog Boarding with attention for your pet!

440.548.2170 • • • •

Peaceful location in the country!

Lots of exercise and personal attention!

Climate controlled for your pet’s comfort!

Reasonable rates and multi-pet discounts!

P.O. Box 691, Parkman 44080 • grandriverpetcare@windstream.net

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Joe’s Saw Shop

wanted

Chain Saws • Chains • Bars Oils • Files • Wedges Trimmers • Accessories

We We Sharpen Chains & Blades Repair!

We Have Gas Cans in Stock

14530 Butternut Road • 440-834-1196 Open: Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm

Trade-In On New Saws

LOGS

Buying standing timber and saw logs.

Removal by horse or machine.

Stop in or call Wayne

440-272-5424

7377 Wiswell Rd. • Windsor, OH 44099

ADVERTISE your company here! Call Today to Reserve Your Space at 440.632.0782 Deadline for our June 1 issue is Monday, May 23

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