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Vol. 6 No. 5

Special Fall Health Section Enclosed

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Oct. 5, 2011 Inside This Issue ...

Finding the Figure

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rtist Jaymi Zents is a great admirer of Michaelangelo. Her In 2006, Jaymi answered a newspaper ad from Vancura face lights up as she tells how he would study a huge piece Gallery’s, Donna Vancura, who was putting out feelers for new of Carrara marble and find the figure hidden in its depths. artists. Jaymi’s work has been displayed there ever since. She His job was to chip away and works mostly with pencil set it free. Jaymi has a trilogy of and acrylics, but has done women figures she calls “Pillars” small clay figures of women painted on pieces of birch and children that are also on plywood. She uses the phrase display. “finding the figure” in the birch Since women have had wood. a formative influence on The Vancura Art Gallery in her life, Jaymi concentrates Middlefield claims Jaymi as one now on figures of women of its favorite artists and displays in her drawings. There is much of her work. According a mythological flair to her to gallery proprietor Donna strong, yet delicate women Vancura, Jaymi’s work has an individualists whose faces old European quality that is rare bear hidden secrets. Her today. It’s unique and not like women are at times pensive, anything else Donna has at the meditative, questioning. gallery.

There is also a touch of Encouraged by a friend of playfulness in her birch wood the family, artist teacher Mardel drawings.

Sanzotta, Jaymi attended the Gardening, an art in Cleveland Institute of Art for itself, is a hobby Jaymi five years, earning her BFA with pursues avidly in the summer a concentration on drawing and months. After growing up in sculpture. She then worked Lyndhurst, she now lives in for the Health Museum since her grandmother’s house anatomy and body forms in Chesterland where she had always intrigued her. An Artist Jayme Zents has found the figure. Her art work is on display has room for blossoming employee of the museum, just north of Middlefield at Vancura Art Gallery. trees and flowers, in Vanessa Bowers, became her addition to having a small agent and Jaymi gained employment as a free-lance artist. She barn on the property for her studio. She loves this spot, finding did work for the Cleveland Ballet and then started teaching art to the peace, quiet and space to focus on her art. She recalls her children at the Cleveland Museum of Art. She moved on to teaching grandmother’s hobby of making porcelain dolls and seeing adults there after a few years.

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all the body parts scattered around the living room when she was a child. Perhaps this was her first inspiration to study the human body and put it together with a message all her own.

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Continued from page 1 explains, “In those days, and still continuing did. today, members of Congress were allowed On that Tuesday, Rick and Jason headed to sign their names in lieu of a stamp, when to the pawn shop with letter in hand at 2 p.m. sending mail, by right of Rick says, “There were a the franking privilege.” He hundred people in the store adds, “I believe Garfield shopping. It is a large shop personally opened, read and has a back area full of and replied to all of his souvenirs promoting the mail. At that time it would show. The show takes place have been his fourth term in the actual shop,” Rick in Congress.” adds, “It is called the Gold Garfield was writing and Silver Pawn Shop and to a constituent in is right on the strip close to response to a request for downtown. an agriculture yearbook.

The owner of the In the letter Garfield shop is Richard Harrison, a confirmed receipt of the shrewd businessman who is request and responded extremely knowledgeable saying he would send the in just about everything book. Rick had been told that has value. Richard’s that the letter could be son Rick, Corey and Corey’s worth as much as four to best friend Chumlee are Rick Seyer in Vegas six thousand dollars. also stars on the show.

Rick e-mailed Pawn Stars, and they Rick Seyer is not allowed to share details responded with a request for a scan of the of the negotiation but says that he and Jason letter and envelope. Rick never heard from were in the store recording and negotiating them until just two days before his trip. He for over four hours that Tuesday afternoon. was contacted and told to be at the pawn He was informed that the show would air on shop on the Tuesday following Labor Day. the History Channel between two and six He mentioned his plans to a customer at weeks from the time of recording (sometime the barber shop and the customer provided in October). him with a Kent State University Geauga “It was a lot of fun being there,” Rick says, “I T-shirt to wear while on the air, which Rick am looking forward to watching.”

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Yesteryear

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A Feline Named Faith

This is the “Glimpse of Yesterday” I was to going to dedicate this article to canning in the 1800s. But something else came up.

Something that deserves the ability to push off that “Glimpse” and to take its place. You see, Sept. 28 of this year makes the 63rd anniversary of the death of an unusual World War II Home Front Hero. One whose story helped lift the spirits of Londoners suffering under the German Blitz.

That story actually started in 1936 when a small tabby cat appeared at St. Augustine St. Faith Church in London. Like most Englishmen, the rector, Father Henry Ross, loved animals, took the cat into the rectory, and named it Faith. (Augustine is a male name, and the cat wasn’t.)

Faith took up residence in the rectory but visited the church often, sitting attentively at Father Ross’ feet when he preached and taking a place in the front pew when he didn’t. Of course, Faith had other duties in the church (and rectory), which she carried out very well indeed.

In August of 1940, Faith gave birth to a kitten, the only one she ever had. The members of the church choir, in the English way, had grown very fond of little Faith and celebrated the birth of her kitten (a black and white ball of fur named Panda) by singing “All Things Bright and Beautiful” at the service on the Sunday following his birth.

In September of that year, the Germans began bombing, concentrating on high population and manufacturing areas like London. Concerned parents began making the sacrifice of sending their children to relatives and volunteers who would give them a country home for the duration.

It was on Sept. 6, 1940 that Faith led Father Ross to the church basement and using all her catly charm, begged him to open it. When he finally did, she scampered upstairs, fetched her month old kitten from his comfortable basket and carried him down to the church basement with its darkness and dust. Naturally, Father Ross carried little Panda back and tucked him back in his basket. It took Faith picking up Panda and redepositing him in the basement twice more before Fr. Ross, wise man that he was, gave up. He brought the basket down to the basement and let Faith place her son therein.

Three days later, while Father Ross was away, his church’s neighborhood was bombed. When he got back, the church was still in flames. Although he was told by the emergency crew that there was no chance Faith and Panda could have survived, Father Ross rushed into the burning structure calling for her. He heard a faint answering meow and dug through the rubble to find Faith, dirty but unhurt, crouching with her body shielding Panda. They were in the part of the basement she had chosen. Father Ross scooped the pair up and made it out of the building before the roof collapsed.

The story of Faith and little Panda spread by newspaper and radio, the British finding the tale heartwarming in a time of dreariness and despair. Her courage and devotion to her son appealed to them and it

was not forgotten. Five years and one month later, at the rebuilt St. Augustine St. Faith church, with a standing room only crowd, and cradled in the arms of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Faith was presented with a silver Dickin Medal for courage created especially for her by PDSA* founder Maria Dickin who, herself, hung the medal around Faith’s neck.

Panda grew up and became the mascot at a retirement home. Faith remained at the church until she died on Sept. 28, 1948 at an estimated age of 13. Her death and burial near the churchyard gate made worldwide news. The British found it entirely fitting that the cat many had described as “the bravest in the world” should spend eternity at the place she had loved.

And, you know, I am proud to say I believe that most Americans understand exactly how the British felt. (*PDSA (People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals) was founded by Maria Dickin in 1917.)

Jacquie Foote is a volunteer for the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 E. Park St., Burton. For information on the events at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, call 440-834-1492 or visit the Web site at www.geaugahistorical.org.

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Jerry Wayman and Sylvia McGee make it look easy to welcome one and all to the public fullservice restaurant, banquet center and bars at Grandview Inn, recently reopened all year long under new ownership. Jerry and Sylvia comanage indoor operations and invite you to their Oct. 29 Halloween party featuring the Switch Band. Join the line dancing on Mondays and Thursdays from 7-10 p.m.

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Grandview is open.

Grandview is a public restaurant and banquet center on a public golf course, and is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week. They offer golf, line-dance lessons, regular and local entertainment including Melanie May on Saturday, Oct. 8, seasonal swimming, and public, corporate and private luncheons and banquets.

Grandview’s food and beverage specials, and goodies for parties and meetings are prepared in a newly renovated kitchen by a talented, competent and kind chef. Grandview is open for game-day gatherings, Friday fish fries, take-out orders, catering and just about anything else that’s legal, affordable, fun and safe.

Grandview is routinely open for casual dining at a moderate price, and “The food is great,” according to a registered nurse and cardio-thoracic unit’s case manager who volunteered her opinion during a recent photo session in the restaurant.

My household agrees. Our recent encounter involved Grandview’s all-youcan-eat Friday fish fry. The lightly breaded cod special immediately headed to the top of a list compiled by a group of eight experienced friends who regularly travel a tri-county area in search of great Lenten meals at great prices. Our cod was done perfectly, and the breading was truly light but plenty adequate to provide the entrée with great flavor. The hand cut fries screamed “fair food” and were perfect with either vinegar or ketchup, and the coleslaw was crisp, just-right creamy and not overly sweet.

Locally well-known restaurateur Jerry Wayman recently returned to Geauga County to manage food service for the newest owners of Grandview Inn. Jerry has 25 years experience in the restaurant business and, in partnership with the late great Tom Cogan, opened Tom and Jerry’s

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Opposite the Route 608 entrance to Headwaters Park, Grandview reopened for year-round restaurant business under current ownership in April 2011. The 18hole golf course, restaurant, summer swim site and banquet center is now co-owned by “a bunch of guys who have played golf together here since we were kids,” Jerry says.

Under Jerry’s ever-watchful eye, the restaurant at Grandview is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Sunday restaurant hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you call to preorder for either dinein or carryout orders, Jerry will probably answer the phone himself.

You’ll rarely see Jerry, even though he’s probably there. He moves too fast to be spotted easily. He’ll be granting an interview one second and gone the next -- on to another task that advances his commitment to long-term improvement at Grandview, indoors and out.

Jerry is the kind of manager who hires good people, makes his point and gets out of the way. Take for example the warm and genuine Sylvia McGee, Jerry’s co-manager, hostess and Jill-of-all-trades at Grandview. She’s Geauga County charming, cute, hospitable, attentive and an expert in customer service provision. Then there’s the king of the kitchen, Bruce Dean. Check out his work during the free appetizer buffets starting at 1 p.m. Sundays during NFL game broadcasts on three big screens.

Call Grandview, 13404 Old State Road (Route 608) in Middlefield, at 440-313-2849 or at 440-834-4661. Jerry, Sylvia and Bruce will take care of you, whether you need white linens and centerpieces at their place or linguini with Alfredo sauce and pesto mussels delivered to your place. Oh, hey; ask about the fried dill pickles!

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The other factors that should be taken into account to determine the right furnace for your house are the climate, house levels and construction type of your house. Are you buying an efficient unit? High efficiency furnaces typically cost more than the ones that have average and low efficiency. However, they tend to cost less if used on a month to month basis as they use less fuel to generate the same amount of heat. Therefore, after a given payoff period, high efficiency furnaces tend to cost less than low efficiency furnaces. However, high efficiency furnaces may not always be the most appropriate choice for your house. You need to consider a number of other factors such as the duration of home ownership, and availability of rebates on heating systems.

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1. Disconnect the power and fuel sources. You don’t want your first furnace filter maintenance job to be your last, so keep in mind that you are working on an electrical appliance. Never work with the electrical wires unplugged. As an additional safety measure, in gas and oil furnaces, the pilot light and fuel supply needs to be shut off.

2. Locate your furnaces maintenance service panel. You can refer to the user manual to see if you might need any tool to accomplish this task. Some furnace doors open by hand, while others are screwed in or fastened so you may need a screwdriver or other simple tool to open it.

3. Locate the furnace filter. The furnace filter is that spongy like piece of object that sits between the furnace and the air duct. It has a width of 1 inch or slightly more than that.

4. Once you locate the filter, take it out from the furnace. If you have a reusable filter, you can just take it out and clean all the dirt from the filter with your garden hose. Let it dry before replacing it. If you have a disposable filter, you can just replace it with a new one.

5. Clean the areas where the filter sits. You can use an old toothbrush to get into the furnace’s blower and smaller spaces and thus effectively remove accumulated dust and debris.

6. Replace the filter and put back any safety cover that you have removed. Check to see if everything is in order, if yes, you can reconnect the furnace and turn it on. If you have an electrostatic air filter, simply take it out, wash it with a hose and place it back in the filter tracks.

7. Run the furnace for a few minutes and observe if there are unusual sounds or smell coming out. If you smell burning wires or are hearing crackling sounds for prolonged period of time, shut down the furnace and call in a furnace and duct cleaning professional.

A clean furnace is the number one thing to keep heating or cooling equipment running at its peak performance along with maintaining its life span. Checking your air filters for blockage at least once a month, especially if you use continuous heat throughout the winter season, can not only increase your furnaces efficiency but it can also cut down your bills and save your family from possible respiratory health issues as well.

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For over 80 years folks arrive from near and far to participate in the Middlefield Flea Market and auction on Monday mornings. It was over nine years ago when Tom and Tina Mooney of West Farmington, purchased the complex located just north of Middlefield.

Natives to the area, and already owning another thriving cleaning business, T&T Cleaning, they were ready to take on additional challenges and just three years ago they acquired the Monday morning auction service as well. The market has seen many positive changes over the years, the number of retailers continues to grow, and the facility hosts a growing number of local public and private events.

“The economy is struggling,” Tom says, “and folks are downsizing, the Monday morning line auction has far more household items and necessities on the auction block.

This is a great place to save and make money.

It is an exciting time for us as we are seeing our business opportunities grow.”

Anyone wanting to sell goods should bring them in either Monday morning before the auction or drop off items on the Sunday prior to the Monday sale day, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the auction building. In the winter the line auction moves into the horse barn. “Much of our produce is locally grown.” Tom says, “On Monday mornings we auction produce, eggs, tools, dishes, antiques, lawn mowers, household and farm items and even small animals such as ducks, chickens and rabbits.”

Also on Monday mornings in the large pavilion one can shop a flea market with regular weekly vendors, offering a wide variety of necessities and antiques. The complex boasts many additional thriving businesses offering new and used items.

In the long building adjacent to the pavilion, flea market vendors offer goods year round and are open for business on Mondays and Saturdays.

J.M.J. Enterprises is a stove shop. They carry high quality fireplaces; pellet and wood stoves produced by Harman, and Quadra-Fire and are open year-round.

Around The House, is a jam-packed shop offering an ever-changing inventory of used household goods, tools, etc. They are open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The Country Collections Antique Mall has been onsite for over 30 years. Veteran vendors are knowledgeable antique enthusiasts offering small and large antiques from primitive to formal.

In the Penny Pincher one will find two full floors, several rooms overflowing with a mixture of new and used high quality furniture (some Amish crafted) at very reasonable prices.

Tom’s brother, Patrick manages this space. He also carries new mattresses and used medical equipment and exercise machines. The doors are open for business Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

The Country Arts and Jewelry Gift Shop, is

a family-owned unique southwestern themed store offering handselected items such as beads, turquoise, jewelry, pottery, clothing, framed prints and much more.

Tina Mooney is president of Geauga County Tourism and this position fits well with the Middlefield Market business because the market is one of many premier destinations in Geauga County. “The auction is a wonderful social event.” Tom adds, “In this day of digital shopping we at the market enjoy the interaction of an old fashioned marketplace where folks can socialize and enjoy interaction with others from inside and outside of our community.”

The 12,000 square foot main pavilion is home to many events throughout the year.

It is equipped with indoor plumbing and the Farmers Grill, which serves hamburgers, hot dogs and a wide variety of foods and is open for all functions.

On Oct. 7 an Amish auction will be held to benefit the DDC clinic supporting children with special needs.

Geauga County Tourism will host their third annual Hoe Down on Oct. 15. Tickets are available by calling 440-632-1538.

Coming the week of Oct. 18, a large semi-truck, a mobile-canning unit will pull into the market yard where local Mennonite and Amish community volunteers will spend several days preparing canned goods for developing countries.

This coming February, the annual Chili Cook-Off takes place. This event provides the perfect opportunity for businesses to enjoy the competition of chili preparation and it is an ideal venue to show off area enterprises.

Currently Tom has a couple of retail spaces for rent. You can contact him at 440632-3961.

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With the current economic climate and glut of existing homes on the market, everyone is looking for ways to make their home stand out. What can you do to make sure your home is the gem everyone is looking for? How do you do it without breaking the bank? The simple answer is to remodel the kitchen and/or the bathroom.

These two areas are consistently cited as the best ways to add value to your home and make an excellent return on your investment.

There are many remodeling projects that homeowners can undertake themselves to save on labor costs, but it is generally recognized that the kitchen is the most complicated room in the house. With water, electrical, gas and waste systems, it requires the knowledge of a plumber. With cabinetry, flooring, walls and countertops, it requires the experience of a builder.

Most homeowners don’t have these skills, so a major remodel requires a licensed contractor. Before you get started, take an accurate assessment of your own skills, abilities and tools. The rule of thumb is that if you can’t do the job to a high degree, then it is better left to the experts. If you’re not sure about what you can accomplish, talk to the experts at your local home store who

will have a better idea of the depth and breadth of a project.

Kitchens and bathrooms are two of the most utilitarian rooms in the house, and the kitchen will often serve as the hub of the entire family. As such, its visual impact is very important. You can make an impression with a fresh coat of paint and new appliances, particularly those that are stainless steel. New countertops are also a great value. Less expensive ceramic tiles can be bought in a variety of colors and designs to customize a home and can be installed by most homeowners. If you are remodeling a bathroom or kitchen, don’t be tempted to over-personalize either.

Clean lines with lots of open space are most impressive to new buyers and will give a feeling of elegance and space.

Of course, not everyone is remodeling to sell. Perhaps the best return on your remodeling investment is the joy you will get after creating your own personal space.

If you aren’t planning on selling anytime soon, the only limit is your imagination. Go ahead and paint that mural on your wall or get a bright green floor for your bathroom.

As long as you are prepared to live with it for some time, you shouldn’t let conventional wisdom stop you from embodying your vision.

Kitchens and bathrooms return the most on any investment, whether in the form of money or simply in the form of peace and enjoyment. There are many options you can pursue if you are interested, but you’ll need a plan and a budget. With those two things, how could anyone fail?

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By doing needed repairs and improvements yourself, you can save money, but there are times it can backfire and you can wind up spending more in the long run. If you have to call in a professional to correct what you’ve done, you very well may spend more if they have to undo what you’ve done and then complete the original project. So how do you know when to give it a shot yourself, and when to admit you need help? One way is to ask yourself the following questions.

First, do you have the time? Some projects can be done in a day by a professional, or it could take weeks for you to complete them in your spare time. You have to answer if you can live with the kitchen or a bathroom out of commission for a while.

A second consideration is having the right tools. Is it cost effective for you to go out and buy something for this job? Will you ever use it again? For example, installing a tile backsplash calls for a tile saw. If you have other tile projects, it may be a good investment.

But if not, you could be better off calling in the experts and saving your tool budget for something that will get more use.

This is probably the biggest issue to consider. Do you have the experience? There are a lot of books that can help you complete a project, but some are easier than others. Do you know how to use power saws, nailers and sanders to install your own hardwood floor or could a time consuming trial and error lead to a disaster?

Outside, projects that could benefit from a professional installer include exterior doors, garage doors and openers, roofing, siding, storage buildings, stand-by generators and windows. Inside, consider getting help with carpet, tile, flooring, cabinets, countertops and window treatment.

People often fail to consider their time when taking the cost of a project into account.

Only you can decide if it is worth your while and money to allow a job to be done for you, or if you want to use your spare hours to complete a difficult, and possible aggravating project.

Countryside Gazebos Melvin Yoder, the owner of Countryside Gazebos and Outdoor Furniture got into carpentry when he was a youngster, and hoped to one day own and operate a shop. He began making bunk beds, and went on to learn to make a wide variety of things. Five years ago a representative from Pine Craft convinced Melvin to make gazebos to sell to Pine Craft and from his own shop.

Melvin purchased property and moved Countryside Gazebos to Tavern Road two years ago.

Countryside Gazebos and Outdoor Furniture is unique in that everything sold is made right there

by Melvin and his two employees. They are always open to special orders, so if you don’t see what you want, bring a picture, drawing, or measurements, and the craftsmen will construct your dream for you.

Some items Melvin and friends produce are gazebos, picnic tables, lawn furniture, birdfeeders, doghouses, rabbit hutches, windmills, copulas, wishing wells, gliders, swings ,bridges, and cornhole games, but they also build decks and do remodeling, including roofs, siding and basements.

Delivery can be set up for as far away as Pennsylvania. Delivery time varies, but most orders can be filled in four to six weeks.

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Many families have children with allergies. With laminate flooring you can always see what is on the floor, and they are very easy to maintain, as a quick daily sweep with a broom will keep them clean. Installation is DIY friendly, no glue or nails are needed.

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Middlefield Library October Programming Storytimes (Now through Dec. 9)

Babies and Toddlers – Tuesdays 9:30 a.m., Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Ages 6 months to 3 years.

Twenty minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes for babies, toddlers, and their parent or caregiver!

The Young and the Restless – Tuesdays 10:30 a.m., Thursdays 9:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5 years.

A noisy, interactive story program for active children together with their caregivers.

Preschool Storytime – Wednesdays 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 6 years.

Thirty minutes of stories, songs, and FUN! Parents are welcome to attend storytime, too, or browse the library!

Family Storytime – Mondays 7 p.m. Put on your PJs and bring the whole family for some stories before bedtime!

Adult Programming Middlefield Writer’s Group – Tuesdays, Oct. 4 and 18, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you’re interested in improving your writing skills, working toward publication, or having your writing critiqued, please join us.

Middlefield Mayoral Candidate Forum - Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m. Listen to the candidates for Mayor and learn their platforms.

Book Discussion – Thursday, Oct. 13 – 6:30 p.m.

Netherland by Joseph O’Neill Genealogy 101: Intro to Genealogy (Using Computers) Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m.

Covers basic terminology, ancestor and family group charts, vital records, and documenting. You will use Legacy software to make family group and ancestor charts of your first four generations, starting with yourself. (If you would rather not use a computer, we will provide paper charts.)

Bring a flash or jump drive if you wish to save your file. Registration required.

Children’s and Teen Programming PAWS for Reading (Family) – Saturdays in October, 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

Practice your reading skills K-9 style! Sign up to read to a therapy dog from Tall Pines Dog Training.

Be a LEGO Maniac! (Family) – Thursday, Oct. 6,, 7 p.m.

Build your own LEGO creation. We’ll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity!

Write Now (Teen Writers Group) – Wednesday, Oct. 12, 3 p.m.

If you’re a teen who likes to write, this is the group for you! Share your current creative writing endeavors and get inspired!

Family Movie Friday – Friday, Oct. 14, 6:45 p.m.

Enjoy popcorn, a movie, and fun! Call the library for current movie selection. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Picture It at Your Library (Teen) – Thursday, Oct. 20, 3 p.m.

Celebrate Teen Read Week! Turn your pictures into a graphic novel. We’ll show you how!

Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield, OH 44062. 440-632-1961.

Burton Library Book Sale Come to a book sale on Oct. 8 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Burton Public Library on Burton Square, 14588 W. Park St., Burton. Bag Day is on Oct. 9. Call 440-834-4466 for information.

Author Tess Gerritsen to Speak Tess Gerritsen, acclaimed author of medical and crime thrillers, will be in Geauga County to discuss her latest Rizzoli & Isles book, The Silent Girl, at the invitation of the Geauga County Library Foundation and the combined Friends of the Libraries. The program will be held at the Notre Dame Educational Center, 13000 Auburn Road in Munson on Saturday, Oct. 22.

There will be a reception with the author at 7 p.m. at a cost of $25 for an individual or a couple. General admission for the 7:45 p.m. event is $5 per person. General admission tickets may be purchased at the door, but tickets to the author reception must be purchased by Monday, Oct. 17.

Books will be available for purchase by Fireside Bookshop of Chagrin Falls. (Cash or checks only, please.) Tess Gerritsen will be available to autograph books before and after her presentation.

Tickets can be purchased at any library in the Geauga County Public Library System or by mail to the Geauga County Library Foundation, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024.

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The library isn’t just about traditional printed books anymore. In addition to books, magazines, movies, and music, the library also offers access to eBooks. Do you have an eReader or iPad? Use your Geauga County Public Library card to access thousands of FREE books, for all ages and subjects, available to download to your eReader. Visit our Web site at www.geaugalibrary.net, and click on OverDrive (the Ohio eBook Project). OverDrive Digital Media is the library’s supplier of digital media and the free software needed to enjoy them so you can download and read library books without even leaving your home. Since GCPL subscribes to the Overdrive Advantage Program, certain eBooks go directly to Geauga County patrons, ensuring quicker access to popular titles. Overdrive is now compatible with many devices including, but not limited to, the Kindle, the Nook, the Sony eReader, the Kobo eReader, and the iPad.

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Middlefield Car Show a Success

By Chief Ed Samec The Middlefield Police and Fire Departments held the second annual Middlefield Car Show as a fund raiser for the “Shop with a Cop” program. The event was well attended and raised $4,955. The “Shop with a Cop” program is a unique program that provides resources for underprivileged Middlefield area children to holiday shop for themselves and their families with a member of the Middlefield Police and Fire Departments. This brings holiday joy to those who may not otherwise be able to celebrate with food and gifts. I want to deeply thank everyone that attended the car show. The weather was great, a short rain shower did not stop folks from visiting, then the sun came out and we had a beautiful day. All of the proceeds raised at the car show will support the “Shop with a Cop” program, which operates solely through fund raisers and donations.

A special “Thank You” to Carl Hornung, Dennis Parton, Mike Davison, Middlefield Fire Department Chief Bill Reed, and the Middlefield Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for their participation in coordinating the car show. There were Hot Rod Car enthusiasts who said, “It’s for the kids, we will be there!” and came from as far as Pennsylvania.

It’s the donations which make the “Shop with a Cop” possible, and I would like to thank all of the sponsors. If you would like to provide resources for the Middlefield Police Department “Shop with a Cop” program, please call me, Chief Ed Samec, at 440-632-5225.

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As autumn approaches, I will address some issues that are important this time of year.

First is the issue of watching out for our school kids. They are out walking to school, out running for athletics, and walking to games and extracurricular events. PLEASE STAY ALERT AND WATCH FOR THE CHILDREN. Another issue in the fall is the issue of burning leaves. Open burn laws in Ohio are the same for leaves as for any other brush, limbs, or trees. Burning leaves can be particularly irritating for your neighbors with respiratory problems, so please be considerate and do it where it is the least likely to offend or irritate neighbors. NEVER BURN IN DITCHES. This causes visibility problems on our roadways and you will be held liable if an accident occurs caused by smoke crossing the road. Windy days can cause another serious issue when burning leaves. Remember, if a neighbor’s structure or property catches fire from an open burn you are doing, you are responsible for the damage. The fire department has the legal right to extinguish fires that are causing or creating potential harm to health and property of other members of the public.

Finally, start to prepare chimneys and wood burners for the winter. Make sure all chimneys, stovepipes and ducts are cleaned and free from creosote and soot deposits. Make sure your wood is well dried, and be certain all other combustibles are well clear of hot stoves and fireplaces. DO NOT PUT ASHES IN PLASTIC PAILS AND CARDBOARD BOXES. Even if you are confident that a fire is out, don’t bet your house on it. Believe it or not, many fires have been started this way. Always have smoke and CO (carbon monoxide) detectors because they truly do save lives.

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Kailyn, Breana and Haley help flatten aluminum cans for recycling, with the help of Mr. Sherman, eighth grade science teacher.

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Here at CMS we recycle the following to raise money to further our education: aluminum pop cans, paper, computer ink cartridges, and used cells phones. Feel free to drop off any of these items to the school. Thank you for your donations!

CMS Students Commemorate the 10th Anniversary of 9/11

Students in Mr. Kruse’s eigth Grade US History class recently created posters to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. They researched such topics as “What happened to the Pentagon?” and “How does 9/11 affect the current war in Afghanistan?” and presented their findings to the class. The students did a fantastic job on this assignment and enjoyed learning about a topic that is so important to understanding our world today.

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The students at Jordak Elementary School welcomed Buster the Bus for their annual bus safety assembly.

Buster the Bus drove around the gymnasium while educating the students on bus safety. Thanks, Buster!

Cardinal 2011 Homecoming Queen, Christy Griffin and King, Rodney Detweiler

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Seventh Grade Reading Classes Study Newspapers Students in Mrs. Cardinal’s seventh grade reading class have been studying the purposes and functions of newspapers. Students have learned the parts and uses of a standard newspaper and can recognize outside elements such as AP wire. They have been investigating differences and purposes of advertisements. Currently, students are creating a scrapbook identifying components they have been studying. This unit has provided for students to evaluate newspapers, has given them “something to talk about” with peers and family members and continues to create a positive experience and encourage reading habits.

The Computer 2 students have produced a school newspaper. You can find it on the Cardinal Middle School home page. Go to www.cardinalschools.org and click on middle school. Click on the link under “School Announcements”.

Mrs. Heselden has chosen a new position teaching at the high school level! She has a group of seniors and juniors in a current events class. They are reading and learning from the Plain Dealer weekly and have already done some group assignments discussing what makes the news and why! They just finished researching 9/11 facts and learned about the new memorials. They created beautiful posters to share with the classes. Their new topic is China as a global economy and how it compares with the United States. Students will soon be comparing and studying a variety of China topics like history, land, food, entertainment, music, economy, education, and sports.

Students will be researching and presenting their lessons to the class based on their China topics.

In Mrs. Heselden’s World History classes, students have been learning about the Renaissance and the Reformation. They just finished Leonardo da Vinci arts and cartoons based on the Reformation. They will soon be studying about exploration and discovery. They also finished a 9/11 essay project.

Mrs. Heselden feels lucky to have taught some of these creative and talented young people at the middle school before teaching them at the high school level!

The generous students at Jordak Elementary School brought in donations in order to create themed raffle baskets for the annual Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival.

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Oct. 3 – 7 Oct. 10 Oct. 14 Oct. 17 Oct. 28

Third grade OAA week Board of Education meeting – 6 p.m.

NEOEA Day – No School Teacher In-Service – No School End of first grading period - early dismissal

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The Yoder Brothers Memorial Scholarship Foundation donated an “apple for the Teacher” to Miss Karg and class at Cardinal Middle School. The “apple” came in the form of an Apple iPad.

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In order to get a fluid golf motion, the right leg for right sided players must be released as the golf shot is being struck. It is an essential part of the swing for consistent ball striking.

Driving your right knee past the center of your golf stance is a power move which allows the player to finish facing the target. Make sure the left hip turns or opens to the target as the right side unleashes its power during the rotation of the body on the downswing. The ball of the right foot is used to make the pivotal move allowing the body to finish facing the target.

It is necessary to have 90 percent of your weight on the left foot when contacting the ball. The more weight transferred to the left foot, the more power the strike of the club face will have on the ball. This transfer of weight from the right foot to the left foot is also achieved by driving the right leg past the center of your stance.

Maintain the same spine angle until the ball is struck and finish pulling the club around to the finish position. After the ball is struck the player will come up out of the swing as you face the target.

Remember that through this whole sequence the hands and arms remain passive.

Have fun. Talk to you soon.

Robert Kacica is the golf professional at Rolling Green Golf Course, 15900 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg.

Call him there at 440-636-5171.

Ghosts and History in Burton On two Saturdays, Oct. 15 and Oct. 22, Century Village in Burton will be the site of a historical ghost tour. This is the fifth year for the Ghosts of Burton Historical Tour, and the second year the venue is on the historical grounds of Century Village, owned by the Geauga County Historical Society.

Attendees will learn about the local history of the area, with a special focus on the pioneers of Geauga County and the greater Connecticut Western Reserve. The Ghosts of Burton Historical Tour will weave through several buildings on the Century Village grounds.

Tour Organizer, Robyn Morris, states, “We are so pleased to focus on Geauga County’s Century Village this year. The grounds and 150-plus-year-old buildings are a perfect location for our walking tour. This venue will be interesting and exciting for newcomers and returning attendees alike.”

To protect the artifacts in the interior of the buildings, Century Village requires that cameras and other photographic equipment are not permitted inside the buildings.

Voice recorders and other non-photographic equipment are permitted inside. All types of equipment are permitted outside the buildings and at the graveyard.

Pre-registration and prepayment are required. Tour times are 6, 7, and 8 p.m. Each tour lasts for about two hours. The cost is $18 per person. This historical tour is intended to appeal to adults, but teens and children are welcome. At least one group, during the 6 p.m. tour, will be geared for families. The Ghosts of Burton Tour is an easy-pace walking tour of about a mile and includes a short trip by shuttle bus.

The Ghosts of Burton Historical Tour is sponsored by the Western Reserve Heritage Association. Century Village is located just south of the green in the center of Burton.

Registered tour attendees will receive confirmations with instructions as to where to park and meet their tour guides.

For more information, contact the Ghosts of Burton Tour at 440-834-5050 or GhostsOfBurton@gmail.com, or visit www.GoodwinHouseBB.com.

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Bruce E. Ferry, age 83 of Middlefield, died Sunday evening, Sept. 25, 2011 at his residence.

He was born on March 12, 1928 in Warren, son of Neil and Ellen (Sly) Ferry. Bruce was a U.S. Army WW II Veteran. He married Ann Malensek July 15, 1950 and settled in this area. He owned and operated Mespo TV from 1952 until he retired in 1991. His hobbies included gardening, going to garage sales, and bowling.

He will be missed dearly by his friends and family, his beloved wife Ann of 61 years; his daughter Linda (William) Morris of Middlefield; two sons, Bruce Michael of Silver Lake, Ohio and Robert of Calif.; four grandchildren, Greg Amentini, Ryan Morris, Catherine Elizabeth Ferry, and Christina Marie (John) Finch; his great granddaughter, Tayler Marie Finch; two brothers, Curtis (Beverly) Ferry of Middlefield and Richard Ferry of Texas; and two sisters, Barbara (Lee) Malensek of Burton and Joyce (Jr. Gaus) Jones of Bristolville. He is preceded in death by his parents, Neil and Ellen Ferry; his daughter-in-law Joann Ferry who died in 1996; five brothers, Kermit, Eugene, Karl, Jay, and Bertley; and two sisters, June Shorts and Geraldine Dunkerton.

Arlene S. Gotham, age 90 of Parkman died Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 at UH Geauga Medical Center in Claridon. She was born July 3, 1921 in Parkman to Derling and Pearl (Kightlinger) Stoll. She was a graduate of Parkman High School in 1938. Arlene retired from the former Geauga Industries in Middlefield in 1986 after 20 years in the accounting department. She was married to Carlisle “Kelly” Gotham for 36 years before his death in 2005. She was a member of the Parkman Congregational Church, the Women’s Fellowship, and sang in the women’s choir. She was also a member of the Geauga Historical Society and enjoyed traveling, gardening and reading.

She will be missed dearly by her friends and family including her children Patricia (Jim) Potter of Sharon, Tenn., Linda (Ralph) McGranahan of Corona, Calif., Frances (Joe) List of Westerville, Robin (Cassandra) Gotham of Bellvue, Thomas (Janet) Gotham of Nelson, and Barry Gotham of Nelson; 15 Grandchildren; 28 Great Grandchildren; her brother, Rowland Stoll of Parkman, and her sister Luva Whetstone of Ga. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Fritz Henceroth, second husband Kelly Gotham,daughter-in-law Jeanne Gotham, and grandson, Bryan.

Contributions may be made to either Parkman Congregational Church, P.O. Box 655, Parkman, OH 44080 or to a charity of your choice.

David H. Holmes, age 74 of Parkman died Monday, Sept. 5, 2011 at University Hospital Case Medical Center in Cleveland. He was born on July 2, 1937 in Cleveland to Martin and Lillian (Tomlin) Holmes. After graduating from Euclid High School in 1956, he was a central office technician for Ohio Bell for 36 years and retired in 1992. He married Joyce Reynolds Durst in 1996. A resident of Parkman since 1968, David was an active member of Parkman Congregational Church, Parkman Volunteer Fire Department., Ashtabula Rod and Gun Club and Middlefield Model Railroad Club. At the Geauga Senior Center he volunteered and received senior of the year award in 2006. His other hobbies included woodworking.

He will be missed dearly by his friends and family, his wife Joyce; four sons, Patrick (Teckla) Holmes of Middlefield, Michael (Lynn) Holmes of Huntsburg, Terry (Jody) Holmes of Vermillion, and David T. (Lauri) Holmes of Cortland; his daughter Kathleen Holmes of Middlefield; three stepchildren, William Durst of Phoenix, Ariz., James A. (Roberta) Durst of Kirtland, and Linda (Robert) Russell of Chesterland; 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Lillian Holmes and his first wife, Nancy Dishong, who died in 1994.

Contributions suggested to Parkman Congregational Church, P.O. Box 655, Parkman, OH 44080 or to the Parkman Fire Department, P.O. Box 661, Parkman, OH 44080.

Gilbert G. “Butch” Koeth, age 67 of Middlefield, died Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011 at his residence. He was born on May 6, 1944 in Cleveland, son of Gilbert and Lila (Toman) Koeth.

Gil was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Vietnam War. A resident of this area for over 30 years, he retired from the Geauga Park District as a Chief Ranger in 2003 and retired as a police officer at the Geauga Sheriff’s Department. He was a member of the Village Lodge # 274 F & AM in Burton and the VFW Post # 9678 in Middlefield. His hobbies included reading and an amateur Texas “Hold Em” player. But his greatest joy was being with his grandchildren.

He will be missed by his friends and family, his mother Lila “Lee” Koeth of Las Vegas, Nev.; four sons, Aaron (Jennifer) of Cleveland, Joel (Youngmin) of Maryland, Adam (Brandy) of Columbus, and Allan Elliott (Marsha) Eggleston of Youngstown; two brothers, Dennis (Denise) of N.C. and Bruce of Columbus; two sisters, Peggy (Steve) Hissa of Fla. and Janet (Brian) Molina of Las Vegas, Nev; eight grandchildren, Collin, Kyli, Mason, Noah, Oliver, Evelyn, Alexander, and Hannah. He is preceded in death by his father Gilbert Koeth.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Geauga County Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Road, Novelty, OH 44072.

Linda Lee Thomas (Nee: Gaffin), age 70 of Middlefield passed away Sunday evening, Sept. 11, 2011 at her home with her loving family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on Aug. 29, 1941 in Marietta to Leo V. and Mabel (Vick) Gaffin.

In 1945 she moved to her grandparent’s farm in Columbus where she graduated with the wonderful class of 1959 from Marion Franklin High School. Linda married Donald R. Thomas on Aug. 13, 1960 and moved to the Middlefield area where they were residents 51 years. A homemaker for years, at the age of 44 she received her Associate Degree in Nursing at Hocking Tech College and was a member of Phi Theta Kappa. Linda was a registered nurse at Hillcrest Hospital and retired in 1997. Her hobbies included fishing, rooting for the Cleveland Indians and music. She was a former member of the First Congregational Church of Columbus, active with the treble choir and the bell choir, which was the second one to form in the country. She has been a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame since its inception.

She will be missed dearly by her friends and family, her beloved husband Donald of 51 years; two daughters, Tamara Thomas (Steve) Marcu of Willoughby and Kimberly Thomas of Cleveland, her sister Diana (Andy) King of Anaheim, Calif.; nephew Darin (Lara) Kaylor of Mammoth Lakes, Calif.; and sister-in-law Irene Myers. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Larry Gaffin.

Contributions may be made to the Hospice of Care Corp, 831 South St., Chardon, OH 44024.

Online condolences may be made at www.russellfuneralserviceusa.com.

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By Nancy Huth

Heeding Christ’s words “What you do to the least of my brothers and sisters, you do for me,” Four area churches, two in Middlefield and two in Burton, will participate in a communal day of service on Saturday, Oct. 22, followed by an ecumenical worship on Sunday, Oct. 23. They are Christ Covenant Church, First United Methodist Church, Horizons Christian Assembly and Mapleview Mennonite Church. The churches are calling this event GO DAY. The idea for this special day comes from a nationwide movement, “Faith in Action.”

An invitation is extended for all of us to join these church groups at Mineral Lake Park on Lakeview Road in Middlefield at 9 a.m. on Oct. 22 when projects for the day, lasting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will be assigned. Projects include fall yard cleanup for the elderly, wood splitting for single mothers, makeover projects at local schools, and minor home repairs. If you are in need of assistance in one of these areas or if you know someone who is, contact Rachel Snedeker at 440-632-0602. As the event’s logo puts it, “Our prayer is that GO DAY will serve to bring this “show me” gospel into the hearts, minds, hands, and feet of the churches of our community in a practical way and open the door to passion, ministry and outreach.”

On Oct. 23 at the Cardinal High School Gymnasium, a 10 a.m. worship service will celebrate the community outreach and encourage everyone to be open to God’s call to put faith into action. All denominations are invited to attend this ecumenical service. The World Council of Churches expresses hope that all who profess faith in Christ be cooperative and supportive of one another.

The importance of this event, according to Pastor Ed Peterson of the United Methodist Church in Middlefield, is in realizing we are called to be the body of Christ, beyond denomination and individual churches. He says, “While we may attend different churches on Sunday, we are all neighbors and friends. Joining together in ecumenical endeavors creates a ‘synergy’. We become more than the sum of our parts. That which unites us is greater than that which divides us.”

Pastor Ernie Francis of Mapleview Mennonite Church says, “I feel it is important to work on strengthening our relationships with other believers. Our event will serve to tear down walls between churches that have grown so very thick over years. I hope these days will make our community stronger and share the love of Christ with everyone.”

Pastor Patrick Robinson of Horizons Christian Assembly, who has been involved across the community for years, is eager to fulfill the words of Psalm 133, “Behold how good and how pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity.” When he heard about Go Day he was eager to jump on board.

Christ Covenant Church’s, Pastor Linton Sharpnack, states, “My desire is to see God revealed through a unified church demonstrating love to our neighbors and our community. God’s promise of a unified church is a persistent theme in the Bible.”

The churches participating wish to make this an annual event and are hoping other churches will also participate. The pastors involved have gotten to know each other well and developed a relationship over the past several years which encouraged a level of trust that enabled them to take part in this joint venture.

Church Events Oct 7: Benefit Dinner and Auction Zion Christian School invites you to a benefit dinner and auction at Morningstar Friends Church, 12550 Ravenna Road in Chardon. Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. and the auction begins after dinner. Please bring an item to donate for the auction. The menu is roast beef, chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, salad, date pudding, homemade breads and a beverage. R.S.V.P. to David Coblentz at 330-824-1516, William at 440-479-0328 or John Allen at 440-821-5155 or e-mail dcoblentz72@gmail.com.

Oct 8: Burton Congregational Church Annual Fall Bazaar The Burton Congregational Church will hold its annual Fall Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Homemade food will be served all day. There will be a bake sale, flea market and craft sale.

Tables are available for craft vendors for $20 and may be reserved by calling Kathy Uncapher at 440-834-1172. Flea market donations (no clothing) may be brought to the Burton Congregational Church, 14558 W. Park St., Burton on Monday through Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. For information, call the church at 440-834-4495.

Oct. 22: Benefit Spaghetti Dinner The Middlefield First United Methodist Church will offer a dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy spaghetti with meat sauce, salad bar, garlic bread, homemade desserts. Adults $5, ages 5-12 $3, preschool free. Proceeds benefit our Junior Choir music ministry. Everyone welcome.

The church is located at 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608, one block south of Route 87) in Middlefield. Phone 440-632-0480.

Oct. 23. Polka Fest in Parkman at St. Edwards Come for a noon polka mass, 1:30 dinner dance, music by Wayne Tomsic Orchestra.

Dinner reservations are required and must be made before Oct. 16 (reservations are not required for the polka mass). Tickets are available through our ticket sellers or church office. Dinner dance $15, take out dinners $12. Join us for dancing, 50/50 raffle, pork chop and keilbasa dinner, baked goods sale and micro-mini Chinese auction. For information call the church office 440-548-3812. St. Edward church is located at 16150

Center St. (P.O. Box 709) Parkman (44080).

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Adult Bible Study – Lessons in Genesis Children’s Class Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

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The Burton Chamber of Commerce is combining two fall traditions Oct. 8 and 9, an Ox Roast and an Oktoberfest celebration. The Village Green will be filled with vendors, roasted ox sandwiches, a beer tent and foot stomping polka music. The original German Oktoberfest began with the marriage of the Crown Prince of Bavaria in 1810. Today, the folk festival observance is linked to the bounty of the harvest. The tradition of a Burton ox roast goes back nearly 60 years to when the Burton Volunteer Fire Department began it as a way to raise funds for new equipment. It was later passed on to the Burton Chamber of Commerce.

This year, an ox roast and beer tent will combine to become the new annual Ox-tober Fest.

The celebration begins both days at 10 a.m. Vendors will sell wares until 5 p.m. The Chamber will serve delicious roast (ox) beef sandwiches, baked beans, cole slaw and dessert. This feast and the beer tent will be open until 8 p.m. All the work is done by an army of volunteers from Burton and the surrounding area. The Log Cabin in the park will demonstrate how pure maple syrup is made and offer sweet maple treats near the warmth of the fire in the huge stone fireplace.

Each fall, the scarecrows return to Burton. Businesses around town display fun, not scary, creations for kids of all ages until Oct. 30. Explore Burton’s antique shops, vintage furniture store and the card and gift shops. There is also a glass blower who creates unique works of art for the home, and an old-fashioned hardware store. For those who don’t want to leave, the Red Maple Inn and Goodwin House B&B offer comfortable accommodations.

Fall in Burton is a special time of year. Visit www.burtonchamberofcommerce.com, www.geaugahistorical.org or call 440-834-4949.

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Apple Butter Festival at Century Village Museum Geauga Historical Society’s Century Village Museum invites the community to its 63rd annual Apple Butter Festival, a celebration of the region’s harvest heritage, on Oct. 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission for adults, 12 and over is $7 and for children (6 -12) is $4.

The festival is one of the area’s most cherished traditions of the fall season, with the smell of boiling apple butter wafting from giant kettles and historic artisans plying their trades. Apple fritters, cider and gourmet apples, as well as the freshly made apple butter will be available for purchase. The 13 historic buildings that make up Century Village will be open to the public so visitors will be able to watch historic artisans, including quilters, weavers and broom makers at work. Outside, blacksmiths, glassmakers and wood workers will demonstrate their crafts.

This year, the event will include the return of the museum’s popular quilt show, with displays of historic pieces from Century Village Museum’s collection as well as local community quilts and selections from regional quilt stores and guilds. Professional quilt appraisers will be onsite to provide appraisals by appointment. The show also will feature quilt merchants and a raffle.

Local music groups, Chardon Polka Band and Sophisticated Swing, will perform on the museum grounds throughout the festival.

Century Village is located at the intersection of Routes 168 and 87 in Burton. For information call 440-834-1492 or visit www.geaugahistorical.org.

Closing Sale at Vancura Art Gallery Vancura Art Gallery will be closing their doors. Donna Vancura says, “After seven years of owning and operating Vancura Gallery, Randy and I are sad to announce we will be closing. We have enjoyed working with all clients, artists, and staff, and have St. Edward Church in Parkman

Polka Fest Sunday, October 23

12:00 Polka Mass • 1:30 Dinner Dance Music byWayne Tomsic Orchestra Join us for: Dinner dance $15 • Dancing • 50/50 Raffle Take out dinners $12 • Pork Chop & Keibasi Dinner Tickets are available • Baked Goods Sale thru our ticket sellers or Church office.

• Micro-mini Chinese Auction Dinner reservations are required before October 16 (reservations are not required for the Polka Mass)

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enjoyed learning much about art, artists and customer service.

We will be offering a 40 percent off of gallery-owned art and gift sale, starting immediately. If anyone is interested in purchasing any gallery-owned art, now is the time to buy.

We have a gallery full of great oneof-a-kind Christmas gifts. Robin Payne’s paintings will be on sale for 10 percent off and Jaymi Zents has come in and lowered her prices.”

Randy and Donna will continue to own and promote Settler’s Village.

Donna looks forward to spending her spare time with her family.

Stop by Vancura Gallery today at 14279 Old State Road, Middlefield. Call her at 440632-1124.

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Geauga County’s active senior citizens wouldn’t miss their walks together despite drizzle, wind or snow. Ranging from one mile to a mile and a half each, walks alternate between Geauga Park District and neighboring-county parks. Every other week there is a naturalist guide who provides interesting facts. An upcoming local walk in the Geauga Park District is Nov. 8 at Observatory Park. To join in the fun, just show up. Registration is never required for the free walks co-sponsored by Geauga Park District and the Geauga County Department on Aging. Call the Geauga Senior Center for the full schedule at 440-279-2137.

Oct. 8: Autumn Bird Walk 9 to 11 a.m. It’s autumn migration time for songbirds headed to the southern states.

Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve, 15681 Old Rider Road, Burton Township (44021).

Oct. 9: Tare Creek Bike Ride 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mary Yoder’s Restaurant, back parking lot. Pack a lunch and your bike to enjoy a fall ride on a future section of The Maple Highlands Trail from Middlefield to Burton Station and back. We’ll stop and eat lunch at the Tare Creek covered bridge and learn about its construction.

Approximately 4 miles round trip. Smooth crushed aggregate surface, not paved.

Oct. 16: Halloween Wagon Rides 1 to 4:30 p.m. Swine Creek Reservation, woods edge, 16004 Hayes Road, Middlefield.

Get into the Halloween spirit with a wagon ride, learning about some of nature’s creepycrawlies along the way. Costumes welcome.

Free passes ensure first-come, first-served boarding. Same time and location Oct. 23.

Call 440-286-9516 with questions.

Geauga Park District is online at www. geaugaparkdistrict.org., Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Meet Geauga Park District’s New Ranger Geauga Park District is pleased to introduce James Kailburn as its new full-time ranger, charged with the important responsibility of making sure Geauga County parks are cared for and safe for all. Mr. Kailburn previously worked as a road patrol deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, and before that with police departments in Perry Village, Madison Township and Eastlake. He is a current member of the Lake County Bomb Squad.

News from the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce

By Lynnette Bramley Thank you to Tom and Carol Frank of Tim Frank Septic Tank Cleaning Co. for giving a donation to the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund.

The elections were held at the fall annual steak fry. Officers are: president Nick Frank, vice-president Jay Davis, treasurer/director Michele Lee, directors: Bob Baker, Judy Breedlove, Alan Unangst, Mary Marinelli, Nick Hall, elected secretary is Mary Gerbasi and the executive director is Lynnette Bramley. Our next meeting of the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce will be at noon Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Grandview Golf Course and Country Club at 13404 Old State Road, Middlefield. Grandview is now managed by Jerry Wayman. Our speaker will be Debbie Tarr. We will each be ordering from the menu. Attenders can RSVP by e-mail or call 440-632-5705. Visit www.middlefieldcc.com for more information.

Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

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{ community interest } Third Annual Hometown Hoe-Down Celebrate autumn in the country as Geauga County Tourism hosts their third annual Hometown Hoe-Down on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6 to 11 p.m. at the indoor Middlefield Market Pavilion. This year’s Hoe-Down will feature a great country buffet, square dancing demonstration by the Broken Wheels, live music, dancing, a pie auction, hay bale toss and other old-fashioned games. Dinner will be served from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and the BurtonMiddlefield Rotary will serve beer and soft drinks at the Brew Saloon. “This is our big fundraiser,” said Lynda Nemeth, director of Geauga County Tourism. “The money we raise at this event goes directly back into marketing Geauga County to visitors. This helps all of our area businesses, from restaurants to lodging to retail stores, and increases the economy of our county as a whole.”

There will be many activities, such as silent and Chinese auctions featuring donations from area businesses, cornhole and other country games, a wine pull, a 50/50 drawing, and a pumpkin and mum sale. A returning favorite this year will be the “cow plop drop.” People can purchase squares on a large outside grid. Once all the squares are sold, the cow will be led into the roped off area. Patty will then choose the grand prize winner by leaving a “plop” in a square. This event will support the efforts of Geauga County Tourism, whose mission is to stimulate economic growth for Geauga County through year-round tourism, so the Hoe-Down provides a great return on investment to benefit our county. Tickets are $20 per person and available at the Geauga County Tourism office, Country Arts & Jewelry in Middlefield, Rosepointe Cottage Tea Room in Chardon, and Ma & Pa’s in Parkman. Tickets can also be purchased by phone with a credit card. If you have questions, are interested in donating an auction item or becoming a sponsor, contact Geauga County Tourism at 440632-1538 or 800-775-8687, or go to www.TourGeauga.com.

Don’t Forget Sweets for Your Sweety Here at White House Chocolates we are gearing up for Sweetest Day, Saturday, Oct. 15.

For almost 15 years we’ve been making our signature triple-dipped strawberries. We start in the wee hours of the morning, hand-dipping the freshest strawberries we can find. It’s all hands on deck to keep up with the demand for these Sweetest Day treats. Each heartshaped berry is triple-dipped in our creamy milk and white chocolates so that each fresh berry tastes as good as it looks.

For customers who want something other than strawberries, we have boxes of assorted chocolates or you can customize your own box of chocolate favorites. We will also have chocolate caramel apples, and make a variety from which to choose, such as pecan, cashew, toffee, and our newest flavor - peanut butter crunch. Don’t forget that we have over 20 flavors of fresh fudge, and are now featuring apple pie and pumpkin pie fudges. Our fudgemakers have been turning out many new and delicious fudge flavors this fall. Samples are always available, but choosing can be hard, so we’ll put your choice of up to four flavors in a onepound box. Everyone at White House Chocolates looks forward to making your Sweetest Day special. Thank you to our many loyal customers.

Stop in today at 14607 Kinsman Road, Middlefield or call 440-834-3133. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Capture the Fall Before it Leaves Enjoy Fall Fun Weekends at Ridgeview Farms every Saturday and Sunday until Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. “We want families to come out and Capture the fall before it leaves,” said Steve Grover, owner and head farmer. There is no admission charge to enter the farm where customers can enjoy a hayride, pig races, a corn maze, a petting barn, picking your own pumpkin, and the splendor of the spectacular 30mile view. Ridgeview Farm is one of the

highest points in Trumbull County, located in beautiful Amish country.

The farm offers pig races at 2 and 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in October.

“Visitors enjoy watching our specially trained pigs race down the track. The pigs are very competitive and smart. People have seen horses run for the roses, dogs run for the rabbit and now can watch pigs run for the cookie,” said Grover.

On Oct. 10, there will be an Arts and Crafts Show and Fall Craft Class with a make and take home craft. Pioneer Day is Oct. 15, step back in time and watch pioneer housekeeping demonstrations, candle dipping, and old-fashioned games.

This farm is a popular field trip destination. The Grovers ask groups to please call ahead. Ridgeview Farm is located at 5488 Kinsman Road (Route 87) in Mesopotamia, right on top of “Mespo Hill.”

For more information, visit the farm’s Web site at www.RidgeviewFarm.com or call the farm office at 440-693-4000.

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