Middlefield Post July 21st, 2010 by Scott Jones

July 21, 2010

Vol. 5 No. 2

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ummer fun rolls on through the end of the month with the Kelly Miller Circus July 22 and 23, followed by Middlefield Community Days celebrations Friday, July 30 and Saturday, July 31. Kelly Miller Circus, sponsored by Middlefield Chamber of Commerce, will be at Cardinal Middle School Thursday and Friday, July 22 and 23, with two shows each evening at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are on sale now at all Middlefield local bank offices, The Fig Tree and B & K Salvage. Pre-sale saves you $4 per adult ticket and $1 per child’s ticket off day-of-show prices, which are adults, $14 and children, $7. Watch the circus set up for free Thursday, July 22 between 7 and 9 a.m. with a behind the scenes tour. RSVP is required; call 440-632-5705. The tentative schedule for you and

your neighbors for Community Days as of press time follows. Festivities begin with a Friday fish fry July 30 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., sponsored by Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) Ladies Auxiliary at the Middlefield Fire Hall. Immediately after, at 6:30 p.m., the Fort Huntsburg Band entertains until 9:30 p.m. at the fire station. This leaves you just enough time after the concert to head over to Cardinal High School for 10 p.m. fireworks. Rain date is Saturday, July 31. Activities start time for Saturday, July 31 events is 8 to 9:30 a.m. when the 11th annual “AMISH BUGGY CLASSIC” 5K Race and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk take place. (Note: for the uninitiated, this is not a buggy race but strictly a foot race!) The run starts at 8 a.m. and the fun run/walk starts at 9 a.m. Entry fee for the 5K run with preregistration (by July 30) is $15; day of race registration fee is $20. Day of race registration is from 7 to 7:45 a.m. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk is free. Make registration checks payable to Middlefield Village and mail with a completed entry form to Middlefield Recreation, P.O. Box 1019, Middlefield, OH 44062. Download an entry form at http:// www.middlefieldohio.com/images/stories/ recreation/abc105k.pdf or pick one up at Continued on page 2

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As “Geauga County” as they come, hardworking April Poole says, “If you’re going to fall out of a tree in Geauga County, I guess it might as well be a maple tree.” And indeed, the tree April somersaulted from in her front yard in Middlefield on June 13 was a maple. April rose to a teasing challenge from her tree-climbing son Lallo and husband Billy in the front yard of their modest ranch rental home on Madison Road . April–being April–recalls saying, “Oh, momma can climb trees with you too.” Climb she did. It was on the descent that she lost her footing, did a back flip, and maintained consciousness but lost all memory of what happened for the next 30 seconds. A 42-year-old waitress at Burton Grill, 14614 East Park in Burton, April smiles and jokes despite the stress of a recently broken back and being unable to work. Until now, April’s income has helped pay basic Continued on page 7

Who’s Going to Buy Local? Hey now! Where’s that Middlefield enthusiasm? The first $50 prize in the Post’s “I Buy Local” campaign went unclaimed … Take a moment to stop at that local produce stand you’ve always wondered about, and reap the benefits of fresh fruit and veggies. What about the candy you’ve always wanted to sample, fresh from a Middlefield kitchen you pass several times a month? How about buying furniture in a shop where you can still smell the freshly-sanded wood and talk to the builder? We urge you to join our “I Buy Local” campaign by redirecting $50 of household spending for the next three weeks to locally-owned businesses in our readership area. It’s as simple as filling out and signing a pledge form (below) and following through. Win a prize by sending your completed promise form to the Middlefield Post. You qualify to win a $50 gift certificate in a random drawing of valid entries from the merchant you select from among the advertisers in this issue. A little change in your shopping habits can combine with small efforts from many others to boost the local economy in a big way. If one person who picks up each of the 8,000 copies of this issue of the Post spends $50 locally that they otherwise would have spent outside the community, our at-home economy would gain $400,000. Create job opportunities for you and yours! “I Buy Local” Promise Form

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Kelly Miller Circus, Community Days the recreation department during office hours. The racecourse begins at Mineral Lake Park on Sperry Lane and continues on Lake Street to Grove Street, down Route 608 to Georgia Road, up Newcomb Road, and returns to Grove and down Ridgewood. The race will finish on Sperry Lane. Awards presentation to the top two finishers both male and female in each age group immediately follow the race. Refreshments are available after the race. The first 100 entrants for the 5K will receive a free T-shirt. From 2 p.m. until close on Saturday, vendors will be open. These are scheduled to include Cardinal Athletic Boosters offering Swiss cheese on-a-stick and Cleats Club Seat Grille. Horizon’s Christian Assembly with Discovery Town & Royal Ranger campsite demonstrations, Tall Pines Dog Training sessions and performances, JMD Entertainment with Laser Tag, carnival games and water tag, free pony rides, a corn hole tournament and more are also planned. The corn hole tournament (bring your own boards and bags) starts Saturday at noon at Mineral Lake Park. Tournament format is double elimination. Open to ages 14 and up. Registration time is at noon and start time is 1 p.m. Entry fee is $20 per team to be paid day of tournament with a limit of 30 teams. Payout will be based on number of participants entered into the tournament. Prizes will go to first, second and third place teams. Under the big top tent, you’ll find free kids crafts sponsored by Great Day Learning Center from noon to 3 p.m. At 3:30 p.m., the Outback Ray Live Animal Show performs. The pavilion schedule includes Mark the Magician entertaining at noon; a 12:30 p.m. Crossroads Dance Studio show including clogging, ballet, Irish numbers and tap and jazz; a 1:15 p.m. opportunity to meet Ronald McDonald; and a 2:15 p.m. performance by Spitunia. From 5 to 7:30 p.m., enjoy the sounds of Abbey Rodeo Band. Community Days events end at 7:30 p.m. Saturday after a summer picnic. The Cardinal Athletic Boosters will serve hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, chips, and soft drinks. Meal tickets go on sale at 4:15 p.m. Cost is $2.50 per dinner and 50 cents for an extra hot dog. At 4:30 p.m., dinner is served. For more information call Middlefield Recreation Department at 440-632-5248.

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By Theresa Smalley Looking for something fun to do in Geauga County this summer? Why not check out the many leisure and recreational clubs we have right in our area? When I was a teenager, I joined the 4-H Cloverleaf Square Dance Club located in Burton. Doing so is still a great way to have fun and meet people your own age. The group meets every Sunday at 5:30 p.m. at the Patterson Center in Burton. If you’re interested in doing a little “do-si-do-ing,” call Becky Ramsey at 440-834-9338. If getting lost in a fascinating story line and discussing the plot with others who are reading the same book is your cup of tea, then I have great news! The Middlefield Library Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month; their next group gathering will be on Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. The book chosen for this discussion is “River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey” by Candice Millard. If you’d like more information about the book club, please call Nick at the library … 440632-1961. Know what a Dacron string or a bow belly is? These terms are associated with archery. To try your hand at playing bows and arrows, stop at the Archer Club at 16582 Kinsman Rd. in Middlefield. It’ll take a little practice, but I’ll bet you’ll be able to hit your target in no time! For more information call 440-632-9791. Ever hear the saying … “Don’t accept any wooden nickels”? You might be interested to know that it’s not just a cute, catchy phrase. The first wooden nickel made in this country was produced in 1933 in Blaine, Washington when the local bank failed. Now there is a group of approximately 92 members nationwide who collect these wooden artifacts. They meet the fourth Saturday of every month at the Middlefield Library – the next meeting being held on July 24 at 1 p.m. They’re also going to host a show/swap meet on Aug. 14 at the Red Maple Inn on Cheshire Street in Burton from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and it’s open to the public and free to attend. The monthly meetings are also free and open to the public as well. For more information, please contact Al Schubert at 440-992-0601. Maybe moving across the dance floor is more your style. Would you like to learn to tango to a sultry beat, or is ballroom dancing with your partner something you’d be interested in? The 8th Count Dance Center 8015 B State St., Garrettsville (44231) offers lessons on a wide variety of dancing. This is where the Walnut Hill Cloggers got their beginnings. Clogging is a special form of dancing done to different genres of music. This group, open to everyone, is run by Shanelle Waggoner. Be sure to catch the Walnut Hill Cloggers performances at the Geauga County Fair this year on Sept. 4 from 5 to 6 p.m.; Sept. 5 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; and again on Sept. 6 from 5 to 6 p.m. For more information regarding dance classes call 330-527-0358 or visit the dance center’s website at http://www.the8thcount.com/ index.html. Perhaps your specialty is with needle and thread. Every Tuesday from approximately 9 a.m. till 3 p.m., a group of women meet in West Farmington at the Farmington Senior Center to join in fellowship while piecing together a

beautiful handmade quilt … or maybe they decide to work on some crocheting. Sometimes they gather for a good old fashion gab session. This event is open to the public, and the only requirement is that if you’re able, please bring a dish to pass. If this sounds like something you’d like to get involved in, feel free to drop on by for friendly fellowship. For questions call Jean Hawkins at 330-889-2733. Score a ringer! If your toss lands around the stake and you hear that familiar “clank,” congratulations, you have just landed a ringer, which is normally good for three points in standard horseshoe scoring. There is a league of men and women – Burton Horseshoes Club (BHS) – that meets every Monday evening at the Burton Fairgrounds during the summer to practice their horseshoe throwing techniques to ready themselves for upcoming tournaments. They also have a building in Middlefield at 14751 Lenny Dr. with three indoor courts that they use year around to keep their skills from becoming rusty. It also has equipment to get a couple of corn hole competitions going. The building can also be rented out for parties. The BHS club is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. For nonmembers, it only costs $5 for a fun night of pitching horseshoes or corn bags. If you’re curious about this sport and think you might be interested in joining, you can call Paul Buttari at 440-823-5880. Are you the type of person who loves that adrenaline rush that comes with taking risks? If this description fits you to a “T,” then have I got the club for you! Check out the Parachute Club located in the Parkman/Troy area of Geauga County that’s run by brothers Bob and Mike Gates. In 1957 the Parachute Club in Parkman was opened by their dad Dale Gates, one of the pioneers of skydiving. It boasts of having trained close to 40,000 people in the last 50 years. That’s a lot of daredevils if you ask me! If you feel this might be something you’d like to attempt, you can call 440-548-4511 for more information or visit their website at www.clevelandparachute.com. If searching for buried treasure sounds like a hobby you’d enjoy, then the metal detector club “Buckeye Searchers” is for you! This group meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Solon Historical Society Building. It is at the corner of Bainbridge Road and Route 91 (33975 Bainbridge Rd.) in Solon and is open to the public. Imagine coming across a rare 1912 Mercury dime or a bullet from the Civil War. Metal detecting is a hobby that’s fun for the whole family. For more information contact Terry Stahurski at 216573-0761, or visit their website at http:// www.buckeyesearchers.com/index.html. Do you enjoy gardening and have a green thumb? Check out the Chardon Garden Club, which meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. located at 12007 Woodin Rd. in Chardon. You are encouraged to bring a friend for an enjoyable evening of crafts, garden tours or watching films. You can contact Maude Chuha at 440-285-7755 if this seems like something you’d be interested in joining. Whatever your “thing” might be, there’s something for everyone right here in our own backyard. Check it out, get involved and enjoy the rest of your summer!

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MIDDLEFIELD DICKER DAY … This is a picture of a postcard advertisement for MIDDLEFIELD DICKER DAY that was held Aug. 23, 1913, nearly 100 years ago. It was like a community sale, but there was not an auction. Buyers offered, and sellers counter offered. Most often this dickering back and forth resulted in a sale. Anything and everything could be bought at ‘“Dicker Days,” and livestock pens were constructed right in the dirt on East Elm Street. This postcard was sent to H.C. Allen in Huntsburg. Some of the committee members were L. E. Lampson, who, with his son, owned a hardware store.; C. F. Harrison, a former mayor and grandfather of Butch Harrison; and F.N. Griffin, a store owner and grandfather to the Fritingers.

This picture shows some of the activity taking place on East Elm Street during “Dicker Days.” The age is unknown, but it could actually be from the 1913 celebration. The Lampson building in the background was built in 1910, and the dirt street was paved in 1915, so it could be. The house to the right of the Lampson building belongs to J.E. Gooding, who owned Puritas Springs Park in Cleveland. The house was later moved to Thompson Avenue. It is still amazing to me that a trip to town was a big event, and people actually put on their Sunday best for the occasion. It had to be a hot August day, and everyone has their dress coats on. It is not known how many years the celebration took place.

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By Jacquie Foote The beginnings of some of the sayings or idioms are easy to understand, such as “in the clink” meaning “in the jail” likely coming about because of the fame of a prison that was located in London on Clink Street. And, of course, the British call their policemen “Bobbies” because Sir Robert Peel established the police force in London. For a time policemen were called “Bobbie’s men”.... which rather quickly became shortened to, simply, “Bobbies.” (I’m told that for a time, the police were also called “Peelers.”) Another saying, “I was gypped,” points rather obviously to its origins. The Roma people were once called “gypsies” and were known in many places as very talented thieves. So if you were cheated or otherwise taken advantage of by a gypsy, you were gypped. As time went on, the phrase broadened out to mean to be taken in by any con artist. Speaking of thieves, there was a time when if someone “got your goat,” they really had stolen your animal! It is likely that to “get one’s goat” stems from an old English belief that keeping a goat in the barn would have a calming effect on the cows, so more milk would be produced. (You’ve heard about contented cows, no doubt.) So, if you wanted to upset or antagonize someone, you would kidnap (or “goatnap,” as the case may be) their goat to make their milk cows less productive. “Dead as a doornail” is a saying that has always made me wonder. The best explanation for its origin seems to come from the time when nails were handmade and, therefore, costly. So nails were not allowed to go to waste. When a house or barn was torn down, the nails were salvaged for use in later construction. However, when building a door, carpenters often drove the nail through then bent it over on the other end so it couldn’t work its way out. Thus, these doornails could not be salvaged … they were bent and useless, dead. Another explanation notes that these doornails couldn’t move in the wood because they were bent over. So they were always dead. On a lighter note, most people like to be “in the limelight.” Why “lime” light? Well, in the 1800s, the spotlights used in theatres were created by burning lime in an oil or gas flame. Actors in this light were, of course, getting attention. The spotlight was a “lime light,” not only because lime was being burned, but also because it gave off a light green color light. And, finally, if you buy, or own, something, “lock, stock, and barrel,” you own the entire thing. When this phrase began, people often purchased a musket in parts. They might buy the firing mechanism (lock), or the wooden part that rests against your shoulder (the stock), or the metal part that the bullet, or ball, comes out of (the barrel). If you had purchased an ENTIRE musket, this meant you owned it lock, stock and barrel! Jacquie Foote is a volunteer for the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 East Park St., Burton. A Huntsburg Township resident, Jacquie taught in the Rocky River School System for 40 years. For information on the events at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, call 440-834-1492, or visit the website at www.geaugahistorical.org.

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In Memoriam

Frankie L. Torres, 72, of Hiram Township entered eternal rest on Monday evening, June 21, 2010, at University Hospitals Geauga Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family and friends. He leaves behind his loving wife of 52 years, Mary Ann (Hobbs). He was born in Hardin County, Ky. on Sept. 2, 1937 to the late Bill and Blanche Torres. Frankie has resided in northeast Ohio for over 50 years and retired as an autoworker from the Lordstown GM auto plant after 37 years. He was a hero to his children and cherished spending time with his grandchildren. Frankie enjoyed tending to his horses and yard work. He also spent many days fishing on his boat, “The Spanish Fly.” Frankie is survived by his wife Mary Ann; children, Frankie Torres Jr. of Hiram Township, Johnny (Denise) Torres of Diamond, and Debbie (Scott) Sukey of Hiram; brothers, Johnny, Doug, Tony, and Leo; and 10 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Timothy; brothers, Vincent, Billy, and Jimmy; and sister, Barbara Sue. Family and friends gathered in memory of Frankie at his residence. Arrangements were entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield (44062), where the phone number is 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.

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What is “the Church?” Where is “the Church?” The Church is, basically, people. The Church belongs to Christ the same way a bride belongs to her groom – out of love. Christ leads the people, and out of love, the people follow. Where is the Church right this moment, though? Is it just some esoteric religious idea or a cross-bedecked building that lends solidarity to the Christians? The Church is not just a concept or a place; it is a lifestyle. Being part of the Church comes with responsibilities as well as joys. Are there people without a decent meal? Our job is to feed them. Are there people who struggle with depression? Our job is to offer hope. Are there families that are breaking? Our job is to give the example of love. Christ did not come to the world to condemn it; He came to change it. He came to make it what His Father designed it to be. As adopted children of God, we have a share in that responsibility. While changing the world may seem too ambitious, we can start with our neighborhood. We can start with the Middlefield Community Days. We know the improvements we would like to see in the Middlefield area. We know that many of those improvements would best start from an attitude of loving kindness rather than self-righteous conviction. If there is something we want to see done differently, there is only one way to begin. Be involved – not just with our home churches but in the community itself! The Church is meant to be proactive! Regardless of denomination, we who follow Christ are united in purpose. Our goals in Christ are essentially the same. We are here on this earth to obediently love the people God created. We do this together in unity by bringing the

truth and the hope found in Christ into our communities. As the apostle Paul says, “If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.” (Philippians 2:1,2) In other words, if God has changed your life in any way, share it! Let what He has done move you to action. There is so much more to being a Christian than worshipping at church with like-minded people. We should be inspiring and encouraging our community, not watching everything from the bleachers. Every day, we are given choices to make. In the smallest of things, do we choose to let the love of God flow through us to touch our corner of the world? When our neighborhood takes time to celebrate relationships, that is our moment to publicly celebrate the influence of Christ in those relationships. We fulfill our purpose as the Church when we obey the impulses of compassion God gives us. The Community Days of Middlefield are an annual opportunity for the churches and Christians in the area to extend the unified love of God. It is a chance for the Church to exercise its purpose without the boundaries of different denominational buildings. It is our chance to show Middlefield that Christ makes all the difference. Victoria Bacon coordinates dramatic presentations for the Salt And Light Team (SALT) Ministry at Christ Covenant Church, 16406 Kinsman Rd., Middlefield (44062). Church services begin at 10 a.m. on Sundays. Call Christ Covenant at 440-632-0602, or visit their website at www.christcovenant.com.

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JULY 22-24: Women’s Fellowship Annual Trash & Treasure Sale Parkman Congregational Church’s annual Trash & Treasure Sale is Thursday and Friday, July 22–23, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 24, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the church social hall, 18255 Madison Rd., Parkman. Call 440-548-4829. JULY 25: Ballpark Food Dinner Middlefield First United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 25 offers a ballpark dinner of hamburgers, hot dogs, all imaginaeable toppings, potato salad, and beverage 4:30-6:30 p.m. Ice cream treats, hot pretzels, popcorn and peanuts also. Adults, $5; ages 5-12, $3; preschoolers free! Church is at 14999 South State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield. For more information, call 440-632-0480. JULY 26-30: Christ’s Carnival Vacation Bible School Join us at New Mercies Church, 12765 Butternut Rd., Burton from 6 to 8 p.m., July 26 – 30 for Vacation Bible School. Call 440-834-8386 for more information. AUG. 2-6: “One Way” Vacation Bible School Huntsburg Baptist Church invites preschoolers to 6th graders to their Vacation Bible School “One Way” Aug. 2-6, 9:45 a.m. – noon. Call the church for information at 440-636-5203. AUG. 9-12: “SonQuest Rainforest” Vacation Bible School at Parkman Congregational Join us 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 9 – 12, 18255 Madison Rd., Parkman. Bible school open to kids K – 8th grade. Learn more or register by calling 440-548-4829 or e-mail parkmanchurch@ windstream.net.

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Hard-Working Geaugan Falls ... Continued from page 1 household expenses. She, Billy who works at Kraftmaid, and 7-year-old Lallo obviously are a happy family, although every dollar they’ve earned has always been vital. But despite April’s never-saynever spirit, paying for rent, food and essentials is now impossible. Thank goodness she lives in Geauga County where neighbors are always willing to lend a hand … April’s accidental fall in June is just the most recent of a series of hardships the young family has endured in the past five years. Billy and April lost an infant daughter named Sommer at 10 weeks of age to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) in 2005. Billy has undergone two open-heart surgeries for a vital heart valve replacement and complications. “I had my daughter for 75 glorious days,” the bereaved mom says with a voice that trembles with the pain of separation. She later founded the SIDS Sommer Foundation (named after her daughter) to fund research to end this tragic phenomenon. April formed a close friendship with Bob and Marilyn Nicholas of Newbury Printing. They met April about eight years ago when she served them breakfast at the former Cogan’s. “She is one super, super waitress,” Marilyn remarks now that she and Bob followed April to the Burton Grill after Cogan’s closed. Bob and Marilyn helped with the SIDS Sommer Foundation. They provided free printing services and supplies. Later they joined the board of directors. Now Bob and Marilyn quietly spearhead a cash-and-check canister collection drive and donation efforts to help see April, Billy and Lallo through these trying times. A “Secret Santa” provided an air conditioner that Bob and Marilyn delivered. Geauga Hunger Task Force recently filled a vehicle with food that Bob and Marilyn dropped off at the Poole’s. “At this point we really need this,” April says. “Without my income we simply can’t make it. Donors can drop cash gifts into collection canisters that Marilyn picks up weekly at Burton Grill, 14614 East Park St., Burton (44021) and at JC’s (formerly Cogan’s), 13816 W. Center St. on Burton Square. Checks made payable to April Poole will be picked up and delivered by Marilyn of Newbury Printing. To help Bob and Marilyn help the Poole family, call Marilyn at Newbury Printing, 440-834-0728, who can pass on item-donation leads to “Secret Santa.”

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Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Thanks Taste of Middlefield Participants Middlefield Chamber of Commerce recognizes “super effort and superior team work” by vendors, volunteers and community groups participating in the 2010 Taste of Middlefield event. The chamber’s board members, membership body and Middlefield Chamber of Commerce President Geri Watson “thank” and “truly appreciate” all who contributed to the success of this year’s event graced by sunny dry weather. “Thank you for your commitment and involvement. Reach around and pat yourself on the back! You deserve it,” Geri says.

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Stay ”Posted” at www.middlefieldpost.com JULY 22-24: Cardinal Music Boosters Annual Yard Sale Thursday and Friday, July 22 and 23, 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Saturday, July 24 (50% Off Day), 9 a.m.12 p.m. at 12771 Madison Rd., Huntsburg. Look for the big red and white tents!

JULY 24: Book Sale in Burton Friends of the Burton Public Library will hold a book sale Saturday, July 24 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, and puzzles. Please enter the sale through the white door located at the back of the building. JULY 25: 3rd Annual Cruisin’ at the Church Yard Car Show and Chicken Dinner SS. Edward and Lucy Parish present the third annual Cruisin’ at the Church Yard Car Show and Chicken Dinner (at St. Edward’s) on Sunday, July 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Goodie bags and dash plaques to the first 50 cars; three prizes to be awarded. Fee for show car entries is $5. Highlights include live music, mini Chinese auction, pedal car exhibit, craft and vendor tables, BBQ chicken dinners, ice cold beverages, ice cream and 50/50 raffle. Event will be at St. Edward Parish, 16150 Center St., Parkman. For more information call the parish office at 440-548-3812 or visit the website SSEdwardLucy.com. JULY 27: Summer Fun Shop for Square Dancing A summer fun shop for square dancing is at First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Park Ave., Warren, 7-9:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 27. It is a plus call workshop for all square dancers, including new graduates, in an air‑conditioned hall. Instructor is professional caller Gene Hammond. Square dancing, the official national dance of the United States, is danced all over the world and called in English in each place. For more information call 330-534-4426. JULY 27: The Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County Meets Join the Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County when they meet the fourth Tuesday each month. All prospective members or guests are welcome at Ali Babba Grotto on Perkins Jones Road, right off the 5 & 82 bypass. Business meeting starts at 7 p.m., and there is a short informative session before refreshments. For more information, call Joe Toth at 330-240-6407. JULY 27: NAMI Family Support Group Geauga County National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) family support group meets Tuesday, July 27 at 7 p.m. at Middlefield Public Library. Group meets fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at library. Join us if you or a loved one is dealing with mental illness. No registration necessary; program is free. Call 440-285-3945. AUG. 4: Discovering Nature Drawing Keeping a Nature Journal Join us at Briarcliff Manor,14807 N. State St., Middlefield to observe and record the everyday beauty of the natural world.

Instructor will guide you in art techniques for creating a personal nature journal. Develop drawing and observation skills. Class outdoors in the garden, weather permitting, or on the front porch and veranda area; please dress accordingly. Instructor Lisa Laino has taught art at Briar Hill for six years and earned a bachelor’s degree in art and biology for medical and scientific illustration. An $18 fee for basic art materials is due the first day of class. The first four-week session beings Aug. 4 and follows every Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Briarcliff Manor. REGISTRATION: Please register with Vicki Wilson by phone by July 26, 440-632-5241. Class is limited to the first 15 people that register.

AUG. 7: M.I.G.S. 12th Annual Golf Outing Men in God’s Service (M.I.G.S.) 12th annual Golf Outing, Saturday, Aug. 7 is at Duck Creek Golf Club in Newton Falls. REGISTRATION FORMS now available. Please call Parkman Congregational Church at 440-548-4829 or e-mail parkmanchurch@windstream.net for more. After expenses, any remaining funds go into the Mortgage Retirement Fund. AUG. 7: Canning Workshop: Learn to Preserve Summer Harvests Safely On Saturday, Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Patterson Center, OSU Extension Family & Consumer Sciences instructor Marisa Warrix will present basic food safety principles; newest research on preserving foods; tips on canning tomatoes, pickling and making jams and jellies; freezing fruits and vegetables; drying; food preservation resources; using water bath and pressure canners. $10 class fee. USDA Home Canning Guide available for $10. Light refreshments. Call 440-834-4656 to register. Send check payable to OSU Extension, P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. Class at Geauga OSU Extension office, Patterson Center (Burton Fairgrounds), 14269 Claridon-Troy Rd. AUG. 7: Johnson Rubber Annual Picnic On Saturday, Aug. 7, the annual Johnson Rubber picnic will be at Swine Creek Reservation, Lake Side Pavilion. The picnic is open to all former employees and retirees. We eat at 1 p.m., rain or shine. Please bring a dish to pass and lawn chairs. We will provide hot dogs and drinks. Contact Jeannie Babb 440-749-0518 or Maryan Jenkins 330-5697057 for additional information. AUG. 13: American Legion Steak Roast The American Legion Post 459, 14501 Goodwin St., Burton (44021) invites you to a steak roast Aug. 13, 6-8 p.m. Pre-sale only tickets are $18. Call Newell, 440-834-8764; Bruce, 440-897-2396; Bill, 440-6360-5255; or any legion member for details. AUG. 14: CARE Corn Roast, ATV Drawing Citizens Advocating Responsible Energy (CARE) raffles a new 2010 Honda Fourtrax Rancher ES ATV. Drawing will be Saturday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 each or three for $50, available from any CARE member. Call Jim at 216-346-0782 or Brian at 440-7153670. Corn roast fundraiser at Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd., Montville on Aug. 14 is 5 to 7:30 p.m.

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Professional photographer John Hoffart recently discussed school photography in Chicago in an address to the Chicagoland Professional Photographers Association (CPPA). The CPPA is Chicago’s oldest association for professional image makers and one of the oldest affiliate associations of the Professional Photographers of America. Mr. Hoffart’s insights into school photography were enthusiastically received. This was the first of a series of lectures that Mr. Hoffart will present throughout summer and fall 2010. For more information, contact John’s Photography, 14333 Kinsman Rd., Burton (44021) by calling 440-834-0101. Visit the website at www.johnsphoto.com.

Student Success and KSU Geauga Go Hand-in-Hand Students are continually choosing Kent State University (KSU) Geauga in Burton and the Regional Academic Center in Twinsburg to advance their job skills or prepare for a future career. In the past four months, over 100 students graduated with degrees in business, education, nursing or technology. These quality programs and the studentcentered community have made the KSU Geauga campus the fastest growing regional campus in the state of Ohio. Rachel Tribuzzo shares why she chose KSU Geauga. “What I really like about Kent State Geauga Campus is it is affordable and close to home. The atmosphere is great, and everyone is very friendly and easy to get along with. Class size is small, and you really get that one on one time with your professor. They offer flexible class schedules so I can still work part time. The main thing I like about Kent Geauga is I will get my Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing in just three years!” Everyone at the Geauga Campus in Burton and Regional Academic Center in Twinsburg takes time to get to know students and develop supportive relationships to ensure academic and personal success. Small class size allows for personalized attention from professors. Beyond the classroom, individual advising, tutoring, and supplemental instruction are made available. For more information on Kent State University at Geauga, visit www.geauga.kent.edu or e-mail GeaugaAdmissions@kent.edu.

GCRTA Summer Picnic Aug. 3 Scene of Grant Presentations The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association (GCRTA) will award three $1,500 grants to deserving college seniors at their Tuesday, Aug. 3 picnic luncheon at Chickagami Park, Pine Grove Shelter (Geauga Park District), 17957 Tavern Rd. (Route 168), Parkman (44080). The park is well marked. Watch for signs. The three recipients are Laura Bales, Maria Mullet, and Jeremy Ryan. Social time begins at 11:15 a.m., followed by the business meeting at 11:30 and lunch at noon. The meal will be a picnic potluck lunch. Please bring a dish to pass and your place setting. Nancy Speck’s famous pulled pork sandwiches and beverages will be provided. Ruth Holm will award the grant-in-aid. Take some time to visit with all your retired friends, and take a nature walk in our beautiful Geauga park. Remember to bring your walking shoes and some water. There is no cost for this event, but please call Nancy and Carl Speck at 440-286-3864 to make your reservation so that they know how much food to prepare. Bring a newly retired teacher, school personnel, or someone who may need a ride. GCRTA membership is open to any retired teacher or school personnel from anywhere in the USA. For membership information, contact Jean Paine at 440-286-4992. Remember to bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga County Hunger Task Force. Canned peaches are currently in short supply. If you need a ride from Geauga Transit, call 440-285-2222 or 440-564-7131, extension 5160 a week ahead of time to make your reservation.

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Geauga County Job and Family Services again sponsors the Help Me Learn program to assist in providing school supplies for children in Geauga County for the upcoming school year. Help Me Learn Day will be Monday, Aug. 9 at Geauga County Job and Family Services, 12480 Ravenwood Dr. in Chardon. Families must meet eligibility criteria; pre-registration is required. The program is designed to help families needing assistance obtaining school supplies for children. Donations of school supplies, backpacks, and calculators are needed. Supplies can be dropped off at Geauga County Job and Family Services. Collection boxes will also be placed at all Huntington Bank locations in Geauga County as well as at the Geauga Credit Union through Aug. 5. Monetary donations will be used to purchase supplies and can be mailed to Geauga County Job and Family Services, P.O. Box 309, Chardon OH 44024. Checks must be made payable to “Special Services.” For additional information on making a donation, volunteering to pass out supplies, or registering to receive supplies, please contact Sara Shininger at 440-285-9141.

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You’ve probably seen the commercial on television showing “real customers” and a “phony bank.” The bank employee is asking the customer very personal questions regarding their social security number and their birth date and is even taking a hair DNA sample. Obviously, this commercial is meant to have a funny spin on it, but the message is really not so funny. The warning is that you may be approached on the Internet in this manner. Attackers can replicate a bank or any website down to the smallest detail. You should never give out personal information about yourself to anyone, either by telephone, through the mail or over the Internet, unless you have approached the company yourself and are positive they are legitimate. I recently received an e-mail from a “Mrs. Soemm C.” who, by quoting Bible verse and giving me a very sad story about her life, assures me she will make me the beneficiary of a bank account in Europe. We will have the understanding that I will help her move the funds from that country to her in West Africa. Of course, she’s going to give these funds to an orphanage! Really! Like I’m going to fall for this! Who knows where this will lead if I answer that e-mail. You must be very wary of even opening an attachment that comes with that sort of email as it may contain a virus. The Ohio attorney general’s office states that over the past several weeks, over 28 Ohioans have reported telephone callers who make reference to the Medicare program in a ploy to get consumer information. Attorney General Richard Cordray warns us to be very wary of unsolicited phone calls from “Medicare”

seeking personal information. Residents of Cleveland, Columbus, Mansfield, Stow and Warren, as well as other areas, have been targeted. The caller identifies himself as a “Medicare representative” and asks for the consumer’s bank account information, stating that Medicare needs to issue them a new benefits card. This “representative” is threatening to terminate the consumer’s insurance benefits if they don’t provide that information immediately over the phone. Here are some tips to avoid having the wool pulled over your eyes! Unless you have initiated the contact, don’t give out any personal information, especially your Social Security number, bank account numbers or credit card account information, over the phone or Internet. Don’t fall for threats or high-pressure sales tactics. Always get information in writing before making any decisions. A reputable company will always give you time to think things through before you make any decisions. Do your research by checking the company’s reputation with the Better Business Bureau. Add your phone number to the Do Not Call list by calling the FTC at 1-888-382-1222. Don’t cash or deposit checks you receive from sweepstakes companies. The check is probably fraudulent. Never send anyone money in order to claim a prize or drawing. Remember – if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Hang up the phone. Vicki Wilson is the director of admissions/ marketing at Briar Hill Health Care Residence, 15950 Pierce St., P.O. Box 277, Middlefield. Call her at 440-632-5241.

Summer Activities for Seniors Geauga Seniors can try out restaurants in Geauga County on Wednesday evenings, hosted by senior center site coordinators at the department on aging. Stockers in Thompson will be featured July 21. Contact Mariann Van Pelt at 440-632-0611 at the Middlefield Senior Center. Cleats, in Chesterland, will be featured on Aug. 4. Contact Barbara Turell at 440-279-2137 at the multi purpose senior center. Cost of the meals is very reasonable with a specific menu selection. Checks should be made directly to the restaurant. Payment must accompany reservation. The Senior Board of Trustees presents “Senior Dance” July 23 from 7 to 10 p.m. hosted by Barbara Meadows and Pat Pfouts at St. Helen’s Church on Route 87 just east of Route 44 in Newbury. Music is by The George Petrich Band. Refreshments and door prizes are all included in $6 ticket price. No reservations needed as tickets are sold at the door. Geauga County Department on Aging and the Michael Prots Chair Volleyball League present the 2010 Chair Volleyball Tournament Friday, Aug. 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Any senior center, senior communities or senior friends with a team of players 60 years and older are welcome to play. Teams can be from Geauga or other counties! The tournament will be held at Chagrin Falls Senior Center, 7060 Woodland Ave., Bainbridge. Hamlet Village will provide lunch free for all registered players. To register your team for the annual tournament, call the Middlefield Senior Center, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday at 440-632-0611. Middlefield Senior Center will have an Alcohol and Medication Usage Seminar on July 21 at 10:30 a.m. Presented by Lake Geauga Recovery Centers, it covers issues of using alcohol and taking certain types of medications. Call the Middlefield Senior Center Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 440-632-0611 or the Thompson Senior Center on Thursdays at 440-298-3822 for questions or to reserve your spot today.

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By Dr. David Fakadej For decades, chiropractors, under legal duress, developed rationales and voluntarily insisted on healthcare with no drugs. Chiropractic is a branch of healthcare that at one time employed only hands-on treatment using bones as levers to affect the nervous system. Chiropractic changed over the decades but remains in the setting of healthcare. I say this because, unlike fads or passing fancies, and despite ongoing legal and establishmentarian pressure, chiropractic persists. The chiropractic curriculum includes the same courses as the medical curriculum. Each varies with emphasis on specific courses. For example, chiropractors study X-ray fundamentals and diagnosis about three times more than medical doctors (MDs). Medical doctors study biochemistry perhaps three times more than doctors of chiropractic. Both have near equal study in gross anatomy – dissecting cadavers. Part of chiropractic education includes pharmaceuticals, which I presume MDs study much more. Chiropractic education includes nutrition, which, last I heard, MDs study very little. Both fields change emphasis and curricula constantly to keep up with technology and understanding. Many people say they need to see the chiropractor to get their spine “aligned.” This is baloney. Everyone’s spine is “aligned” according to whatever stresses they encounter: stubbed toe (limping), emotional issues (slouching), digestive or reproductive cramping (doubled over slightly), overweight (backward bent), non-symmetrical bone and muscle development (which is the norm), or back pain. Nobody in the world ever had a “perfectly” aligned spine, ever – even after a chiropractic adjustment! The “alignment” patients “get” through chiropractic is to the nervous system. Neurology is highly organized. When subconscious neural “patterns” are out of sync or when injuries prevent normal neural coordination within the body, nerve function alters, resulting in pain, spasm, anger, depression, etc. Medically, drugs intentionally modulate

nerve function, like in anxiety, depression, multiple sclerosis, disc injury, muscle spasm, severe pain, or other “diseases.” Chiropractic adjustments modulate nerve function as well. I do not champion chiropractic care. I champion spiritual journeys. At this time, chiropractic and my journey travel similar paths. I have no problem with the use of pharmaceutical drugs. In New Mexico, chiropractors have prescription rights a nd offer an enhanced level of care for patients. If Ohio chiropractors pursue prescription rights, I will get in line immediately. For now, I deal with herbal and nutritional pills. I take about 30 daily – I know the results when I take or when I don’t take them. Some argue that nutritional supplements are not pills – a worthless “tomato–tomoto” argument. What I use grows on a farm. I visited one of the farms; it was nice. The products are based on research using concepts like synergy and real world animals and humans. Some contemporary research instead favors specialization, fractionalization, and “better controls.” I wish I could impress the value of REAL food supplements. For now, I offer tips on taking pills – synthetic, pharmaceutical, or real! If there is difficulty swallowing pills, as is often the case with large pills (this works well for children), turn your head to the shoulder and then swallow. This moves the windpipe out of the way, opening the throat, and the pill goes down like magic. If swallowing capsules, cellulose (soy or corn starch covering) floats; look down so the capsule moves to the “top” back of the throat. Tablets sink; look up so the pill moves to the back “bottom” of the throat. Pearls are used for fat-soluble nutrients – which means if you do not have air conditioning, you should refrigerate them or they go rancid. Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Rd., Auburn Township. Contact him at 440-543-2771 or by e-mail at drfakadej@ hotmail.com.

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A Dilly of an Herb By Linton Sharpnack This year the International Herb Society decided that dill would be designated as the herb of the year for 2010. To say that dill has been around for a long time would be an understatement. This herb has been found in Neolithic settlements (around 9000 BC) in Switzerland. It has also been found in the Pharaohs’ tombs in Egypt, and is mentioned in the bible. Scripture makes reference to the fact that the Pharisees paid their tithes in leaves, stems and seed of the dill plant. Its name comes from the Norse word “dilla” which means to lull and is well suited to the sleep-inducing characteristics. The respect shown to dill has diminished with time. According to the urban dictionary, this term “dill weed” refers to a dunce or idiot. Because of its sleep-inducing qualities, mothers from the middle ages began to fashion “sweet bags” from dill in the hopes of helping their babies drop off to sleep. These are still made in the form of herbal dream pillows today. In addition to their effectiveness in sleep, dill is well known for its carminative or gas-reducing effects and can be taken after a meal to reduce bloating. For those watching calories, chewing a couple of dill seeds has been known to curb the appetite. Dill weed (usually fresh or dried leaf ) is used extensively in the recipes of some countries like India, Laos, Iran, and Sweden. The rest of us use dill to flavor soups, salads, vegetables, dips, butters, as well as, egg and cheese dishes. I forgot to mention the marvelous dill pickle. Growing dill is easy, and using it is even easier. The plant loves full sun, is almost invasive and tends to reseed itself for the next year. Enjoying the effects is as simple as making tea with the leaf or crushed seed. Need a little more – put one ounce of dried leaf, or 1 1/2 ounces of fresh herb in 3 cups of water and steep for 10-15 minutes. Let’s applaud the International Herb Society for their selection; it has been the herb of the year for 10,000 years. Linton Sharpnack is the proprietor of Healthy Deposits, 14950 State Ave., Middlefield. For more information call 440-632-5484.

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Fifteen years ago, when 65-year-old Tony Lombardo, a Vietnam veteran, was a sprightly 50, he started to run. He hasn’t stopped since. This year Tony was the winner in Middlefield Recreation Department’s 5K Faith-Hope & Charity Classic race before the 2010 American Cancer Society M iddlefield Relay for Life. In the same month of May, he ran in Rite Aid’s Cleveland Marathon, coming in fifth in his age group within the designated 4 hours and 15 minutes. This qualifies him to run in the prestigious 26.2-mile Boston Marathon in April of 2011. “I like to run to stay fit and enjoy being outside,” he says. “The freedom of running is enjoyable and allows you to clear your mind. I prepare mentally for the races by remembering that there are many competitors competing for the first place medal.” During the last four years, Tony has run in 13 marathons. Tony says running relaxes people with stressful jobs. He has never had a bad experience with other runners but quickly adds that unleashed dogs are a problem. While running in the mountains or on roads, Tony has come across rattlesnakes, bears and deer. When Tony was 63, he finished the marathon at the same time as a 70-year-old lady. “It’s never too late to start running,” Tony says, but cautions “See a doctor first if you want to take up this sport seriously.” A problem for runners who don’t train long enough is “cramping” or “hitting the wall” in marathon jargon. When runners hit the 18-to-21–mile stretch in the 26.2 mile marathon, their bodies collapse from extreme cramping. Some tips from Tony for would-be runners include training like he does by running 10 to 15 miles 3 or 4 times a week.

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He wears “coolant” socks (cool in summer, warm in winter), uses foot powder in his shoes and in his socks, wears good racing shoes (there are a number of brands and Tony says wear “whatever floats your boat.”) There is a ‘”running shoe store” in Mentor and one in Hudson. There are also “trail running shoes” for the woods. Training shoes are good for about 850 miles, and racing shoes need to be changed every year for a serious runner, according to Tony. Tony, who grew up in Aurora, moved to Middlefield from West Virginia with his wife Pat one year ago. They have two grown children and seven grandchildren. A 16-year-old grandson in Arkansas is on the track team, following in his grandfather’s shoes. Tony keeps busy now working part time for the Ohio Park System at Punderson State Park. He also has his own home inspection business. And somehow he still finds time to use all the fishing rods hanging in his garage. Tony is also a member of Middlefield’s Chamber of Commerce. As a member of an elite Navy SEAL unit in 1965 during the Vietnam War, Tony’s 40-foot boat was struck by an enemy rocket. Two Marines died, and three SEALS were injured. Struck by shrapnel, Tony spent two weeks in a military hospital in Da Nang and was awarded a Purple Heart, one of eight medals he earned during two tours of duty in Southeast Asia. When Tony was transferred to a navy hospital in Philadelphia, his Purple Heart got left behind under his hospital bed pillow in Da Nang. Twenty-eight years later he applied to have his Purple Heart replaced at the insistence of his children, who wanted their dad to have it. Tony insists he never felt like a hero but cried along with the others. Earlier he used to give talks about the war to Middle School children, many the grandchildren of Vietnam veterans. So what’s next for Middlefield’s Marathon Man? Look for Tony at the upcoming 5K race during the Middlefield Community Days on July 30 and 31 between 8 and 9:30 a.m. We’re rooting for you. Run, Tony, run!

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Register at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 24 at Hickory Lake Inn for the 1st annual Shawn Wilkes Memorial Poker Run. First motorcycle out at noon; all bikers back by 5 p.m. Dinner served at 6 p.m. Dinner tickets for non-riders available. Music and Chinese auction after dinner. $15 per person or $25 per couple. All proceeds support the Shawn Wilkes Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund. You do not have to ride a motorcycle to attend or do the run! Everyone is welcome!

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By this time in the golf season, the golf swing should be showing signs of consistency. Hopefully the consistency you are seeing is positive. Things like flush shots, which are made by hitting the ball in the sweet spot with good direction, are key factors in starting to play well. If this is not happening, here are some tips to help get things on track. First off, if either of these things isn’t happening, then a good thing to do is to take a step backward in order to move forward. Start to hit 50-yard shots with your wedge. Set a pail up about 50 yards away, and hit shots until the ball is bouncing off the pail or landing within a 5-yard circumference. While practicing, make sure to grip the club down on the shaft and initiate the turn with the shoulders. When you reach this goal, it will help with your tempo as well as the focus on making a shot. It is a great confidence builder. To ensure that the putts you are hitting are being struck consistently, make sure the roll of the golf ball is true. You can check this step by drawing a line around the diameter of the ball. Set the ball along the path to the hole with the line on the ball facing the hole. When you stroke the ball, the line should move smoothly in the direction of the hole. If it is wobbling, then you impeded some kind of spin when you contacted the ball. This can be corrected by making sure the putter’s face is kept square. Keep the toe and heel of the putter even through the entire stroke. Start by hitting 3-foot putts and making every one. Then increase the length as your confidence improves your stroke. With either one of these exercises, make sure you have good visualization with each stroke. It will make what you are trying to accomplish happen much faster. Take this visualization with you on every shot when you play your future games of golf. Have fun! Talk to you soon.

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Shop the Streets of Burton Village Burton Chamber of Commerce will hold an old-fashioned country-style shopping trip Saturday, July 31. The all day “Street Affair” starts at 8 a.m. and continues till 5 p.m. Attendees can browse the variety of vendors around the square or visit the open shops and restaurants. There are also games for the children. Contact Donna for more information 440-834-9019. Meanwhile the Antique Power and Steam Show will be running Friday, July 30 through Sunday, Aug. 1, at the adjacent picturesque Century Village Museum. They start at 10 a.m. and run till 5 p.m. each day. The admission for adults is $6 and $3 for children over 5. Children under 5 are admitted free. This year there will be a huge parade of antique tractors around the square Saturday and Sunday starting at 10 a.m. For more information call 440-834-1492 or visit, www.geaugahistorical.org. Come out and join in on the Fun!!

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or 2–3 p.m. at Walter C. Best Wildlife Preserve, Sunset Shelter, 11620 Ravenna Rd., Munson Township. If other sessions fill up–and lead naturalist Dottie Mathiott is pretty sure they will–a fourth time slot might be added from 3 to 4 p.m. “This is something you wouldn’t normally be able to do in the park and a way to look at nature from a totally different view,” she said. This is an exclusive opportunity to take an educational dip, not a change in policy, Geauga Park District stresses. No swimming allowed any other time! Best Lake’s clear waters are home to largemouth bass, yellow perch, bluegill and other sunfish. With a less-intrusive vantage point, snorkelers may spot a snapping turtle, too. A $20 fee covers Just Add Water’s snorkel instruction. Bring your own equipment for optimal fit; otherwise it will be provided with lifejackets and flippers. Program will be rain or shine and is not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Registration is required at 440-286-9516 or http:// geaugaparkdistrict.org; necessary waivers can be printed at the time of registration. Just Add Water requires a liability waiver.

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Summer days; summer daze! Lots of hazards come with summer. Remember when swimming, do not leave youngsters unattended. Even when at the water park in Middlefield, to prevent abductions and serious injury, always keep young children in constant view and retrieve them and report anything suspicious to the authorities. Older kids should swim with friends so if trouble occurs someone is either there to help or get help. Remember Lake Erie and rivers and streams can have dangerous currents that can pull even the most experienced of swimmers down. Mowing and weed eating present their share of hazards. Be mindful of small children and pets when mowing, and remember – when letting children ride on riding mowers, blades should be disengaged to prevent serious injury.

Always use eye protection when weed eating; corneal abrasions can be quite painful and seriously affect vision. Sometimes permanent damage can be done to the eyes. Of course brush piles and campfires can be problems. Do not use gasoline to start brush and campfires. The potential for serious injury is too great. I have seen gasoline flash back and ignite the container in people’s hands, causing violent explosions and serious injury. Finally, wear highly visible clothes when walking on roads after dusk. Pedestrian accidents are far too prevalent these days, resulting in more and more fatalities. Flashlights are good but not as good as fluorescent armbands and vests that offer visibility, front and back. Obey all traffic laws whether in an automobile, a horse-drawn vehicle, a tractor, bicycle, skateboard, and scooter or roller blades. Carelessness causes nearly all accidents. Have a great safe summer! Watch out for everyone! We do not want to come to your serious accident that could have been prevented. Stay safe. We are happy to serve you!

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CASA for KIDS of Geauga County (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is recruiting volunteers to advocate for the “best interest” of abused and neglected children involved in juvenile court. No particular background is required, but you must be at least 25 years of age and have no criminal record. Couples may work together. Diversity of age, gender, ethnicity etc. is welcomed. Professional CASA staff provides 32 hours of preservice training. Supervision and continuing education also provided after appointment by the juvenile court to serve as the Guardian ad Litem. More volunteers can ensure every child has a voice in court. The next training sessions will be in October. If interested, call Chris Steigerwald, 440-279-1696 for information and to begin the application process. An application and interview must be completed PRIOR to training. To learn more about CASA for Kids, visit www.geaugacasa.org.

Luther Benefit at Morning Star Church Join friends of Byron Luther at 11 a.m. July 24 for an all-day benefit at Morning Star Church,12550 Ravenna Rd., Chardon. On March 1, 2010, Byron fell approximately 30 feet at his job in Lorain, suffering brain swelling and bleeding. A wonderful hands on father, loving husband and brilliant man, Byron has prayer chains from coast to coast. His strength and courage continue to help him. His passion was competing in triathlons. Benefit includes 5K walk/run; outdoor concert; corn hole; cookout; Chinese auction and more. Visit www.byronluther. com/?page_id=121 for more information.

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Summer time is upon us, which also means “summer break” from school. Many students will be seeking babysitting/child care jobs for the summer. There is a lot of responsibility associated with babysitting, so I have supplied some tips that can make the job safer and effective. What is babysitting? It is caring for babies and older children when a parent is not home. It includes keeping kids fed, clothed, clean, happy and much more – mostly keeping kids safe. Get instructions in writing whenever possible. Write down emergency numbers, and keep them near the telephone. Take a tour of the house, and review the fire escape plan. Stay safety-alert at all times, and be prepared for emergencies. Remember; each time you babysit, you are trusted with a child’s life.

Some “Dos”

Stay awake. It is the ONLY way to be aware of what’s going on. Report anything out of the ordinary, to parents(s) before you go home. Concentrate on your job. The child’s safety is more important than homework, talking to friends, or watching TV. Set a good example. Children will imitate almost anything they see, good or bad. Be sure you know the location of all telephones in the house, and know how to operate the locks on the doors and windows. Ask the parent(s) where the smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are located. Get permission and instructions on how to operate appliances. If you leave the house to go for a walk or go to the park, lock all doors and windows before you leave, make sure you have the door key with you. Take a cell phone with you and/or some money for an emergency telephone call. Call your parents if you are going to be late. Record the telephone number and location of parent(s). Write down the telephone number and street address of where you are babysitting, include a trusted neighbor’s phone number and numbers for the local police, fire department, and emergency medical service.

Some “Don’ts”

Do not open the door to strangers even if they claim to be friends or relatives. Keep the door locked. Do not tell a telephone caller you are alone. Explain that the parent(s) are busy, and they will call back. Do not walk home alone at night. Get a ride or have an adult escort you home. Do not ride with an intoxicated parent; call for a ride or a taxi. Do not leave a toddler for a moment. It only takes a few seconds for something bad to happen. Do not go outside to investigate noises. Turn on outside lights, and be sure the doors are locked. Close shades and drapes and call the police. Never take children to a deserted park or out alone after dark. Be aware of friendly strangers. If you feel uncomfortable, trust your instinct. Take the children and leave.

Outside of the Home

Get permission from parent(s) to leave the residence. Do not separate from the children. Stay in well-populated areas, and be aware of your surroundings.

Checklist Where the parents will be (location name) ________________________________________ Phone number _______________ Address ________________________________ Emergency contact name and number ___________________________________________ Time parent(s) are expected home ___________ Children’s bedtime ___________________ Any items that need special attention ____________________________________________ Is the child taking any medication q Yes q No What medication _____________________ Last given at (time)________________________ Next dose due _______________________ Amount to be given __________________________________________________________ Special notes ________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________

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Choots and the Chocolate Matt By Ellie Behman

Part 2

Choots was grounded for teasing Amy with the tarantula, and he was an unhappy little boy. He loved to play in the barn every day after school with all of his animal friends, but his mom and dad made sure he had a much busier schedule. He was to go straight to his room to do his homework after school, then – time for chores, supper and bed. He was a very unhappy little boy for the next couple of weeks, but he knew he disobeyed by bringing the snake and tarantula to school. And he didn’t want his mom and dad mad at him, so he worked extra hard during those weeks. Finally summer had arrived, school was out and he was no longer grounded. He eagerly looked forward to spending time with all of his pets. One day, as Choots was carrying a pail of water to the barn, Amy stopped by to see him. “Hi Choots. I’m not mad at you anymore for scaring me with your old TRANCHOOLA. I’m having a birthday party on Saturday, and I’d like you to come if you’re allowed. My mom hired a clown, and we’re going to play lots of fun games and go swimming in our pool, so don‘t forget your bathing suit.” “Wow, thanks Amy. I’m not grounded anymore, so I think my parents will let me come. I’ll go ask my mom now.” He left Amy standing there as he ran quickly down the drive to his house, yelling loudly, “Mom, Mom, Amy invited me to her birthday party on Saturday. Can I go, can I?” His mom smiled as she said, “Well that was nice of Amy, wasn’t it? Yes, of course you can go. You’ve been working pretty hard around here, and I think it’s time you went out to have a little fun.” Saturday morning arrived quickly and with it the sun and the promise of a beautiful day. As Choots walked toward the barn to feed his pets, he stopped to talk to Matt, who was lying in his screened in cage,

quietly soaking up the sunshine. “Hey Matt, I’m going to Amy’s birthday party. She’s not mad at me anymore. Sorry you can’t go, but I’ll take you out in a minute so you can crawl around and get some exercise. Choots proceeded to feed the animals and then came back to let Matt out of his cage. After a bit, he carefully picked Matt up and put him safely back. “I’ll be back to say goodbye before I leave for the party.” Choots was excited about being with his friends, and he quickly finished his chores and went into the house to get ready. The time had come to leave as he hoisted his backpack (which was filled with a birthday gift, swimsuit and towel) over his shoulder and headed for the backyard. He knelt down next to Matt’s cage and whispered, “When I come back, we’ll spend some time together. That sound okay to you, fella?” Matt simply slid into the tunnel of rocks in the cage, totally hidden from Choots. It was as if he were saying, “I’m hurt you’re not taking me with you.” A noise in the barn caused Choots to lay down the backpack next to the cage to see what was going on. He slammed the door shut, causing the rusty old hinge on the cage to crumble and fall. He rushed back to retrieve his bag and never noticed that the cage was no longer locked tightly. What happened in the next few hours caused much confusion but also a lot of laughs. Uh-oh … sounds like trouble. The cage is “no longer locked tightly.” What could happen next? It looks like Choots really took to heart the fact that his parents are disappointed by disobedience. Choots seems to be trying hard to behave. Look for Part 3 of this story in the next issue of the Post, and see if Choots succeeds.

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Getting Important Papers in Order By Joe Novak The phrase “golden years of retirement” belies the time and effort involved with preparation for unforeseen illness or the inevitable passing into glory. When the proper documents have been prepared, the crisis will be easier for our spouses and loved ones. Here’s my checklist. I do not offer it as legal advice. Hiring a professional to help you is usually a prudent decision. 1. A last will and testament. I understand that it’s a good idea to review my will every five years to see whether my wishes have stayed the same or need revision. 2. A review of the size of my estate to determine whether I needed a trust. I have no special-needs children or other circumstances where a trust may be helpful. 3. A durable power of attorney to handle nonmedical matters is very helpful. 4. A “master” list with specific information about your assets, whom to contact, any special insights or instructions, and where they all are. A list with contact information of family members and/or relatives is very helpful, especially for small families or relatives out-of-town. 5. Medical matters require special documents: a. A living will appoints an advocate who knows your wishes and will force doctors to follow the instructions in the living will! b. A durable medical power of attorney to cover medical matters not covered by the living will. c. An authorization of use and disclosure of protected health information. 6. Naming alternates to serve in the event an executor, guardian, trustee, or attorney-in-fact declines or is unable to serve is helpful. When death seems near, LOCATE and review wills (last will and testament and living trust(s), trust(s), and powers of attorney) and other important papers. Put them all in one place, and tell somebody where they are. REVIEW all life insurance policies and retirement programs, noting the designated beneficiary of each. REMOVE important records such as wills, deeds and trust documents from safe-deposit boxes. Something important to consider before a spouse passes away is to have a face-to-face meeting with your children and explain your wills and emphasize the fact that these are your wishes. If there are any hard feelings about your estate, work those

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