Middlefield Post November 10th, 2010 by Scott Jones

Vol. 5 No. 7

Center for Peace

November 10, 2010 Inside This Issue...

Servants of Mary Shrine

Servants of Mary Center for Peace in Windsor features a 50-foot statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe towering above the landscape and reflected in the Lake of Hope, which is surrounded by the world’s largest illuminated 15-decade rosary. The lights come on at dusk and stay on until 10 p.m. The center for peace symbolizes a Geauga family’s gratitude for divine intervention that returned their lost family farm to them. (Post Photos/Nancy Huth)

By Nancy Huth

after losing the farmhouse, the family traveled to Philadelphia and then to England where Ed found work. Through a miracle, the farm, which the bank had been unable to sell, came back into Ed and Pat’s hands two years later. In thanksgiving for this answer to prayer, the Heinzes dedicated their farm to the Lord and promised to build a shrine to Our Lady. They named their property “Servants of Mary Center for Peace” and put up a large tent to host their first program with Tony Zuniga, an American faith-based motivational s p e a k e r w i t h M e x i c a n a n c e s t r y, addressing the audience. When asked by Ed and Pat where he thought they should erect a shrine to

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As you drive onto the Ireland Road property in Windsor, a statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe* in the field beyond the lake looms larger and larger. Stand at her feet, and you are stretching your head back to take in the whole 50 feet of structure. The story behind the shrine is an amazing one. The land and 120-year-old farmhouse on 50 acres was bought by Pat and Ed Heinz in 1987 to house their growing family of nine children. As people of deep faith, they watched as their lives were interrupted by a series of events that would alter them forever. Ed, a nuclear engineer, first lost his private investments, then his job and land as he and Pat were forced into bankruptcy. In 1990,

Our Lady, Tony suggested an island in a small lake in the field behind their house. Tony had big dreams and thought a 33-foot statue (one foot for each year of Christ’s life) honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe would be just right. The Heinzes said if he could find a sculptor, they would have it built. Within two weeks, again almost miraculously, Richard Hyslin, an art professor at a university in Texas, took on the project with eight students. They built the statue and brought it in pieces to Windsor for assembly. Then they covered it with almost a half-million colored mosaic tiles. The structure with its base was finished in 1995 and reaches a height of 50 feet. At 33 feet, the statue is the largest of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the world. Continued on page 2

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A Family Thanksgiving

The scent of hickory smoke from the wood burning stove wafted throughout the basement as we prepared to eat one of mom’s fabulous holiday dinners so many years ago. It was 1950, and we were celebrating Thanksgiving with the family. I can still remember the taste of mom’s wild rice and stuffing as well as the golden brown turkey that sat before us. The hot juices trickled down onto the plate as we took turns breaking off a piece of meat to sample. It was always a happy occasion when we got together, and the hours sped by before anyone ventured upstairs. To our surprise, it had been snowing and the driveway was well covered by early afternoon. More time was spent enjoying mom’s superb desserts and hot coffee, and no one was in a hurry to go home – that is, until someone called us upstairs to see what had transpired outdoors.

The driveway was now impassable, the cars encased in huge mounds of snow. There was no way anyone could leave, so mom brought out the pillows and blankets and our sleepover had begun. Morning brought with it hot steaming coffee, thick fluffy pancakes and slab bacon. Dad entertained us with his violin while mom stood behind him and rolled her eyes, as if to say, “Not again.” Even though he may have hit some “questionable” notes, there was no sweeter music around. Dad’s eyes sparkled with happiness, and the warm memories he left behind have not dimmed throughout the years. My sister-in-law and I decided that we would attempt to walk to the nearest store (two miles away) Continued on page 2

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Continued from page 1 Since this time the Heinzes have hosted many speakers, pilgrimage groups, musical performances and holiday programs in the 100-by-46 foot pavilion built by their sons. A mass is held here every first Saturday. Ed Heinz serves as a deacon at Assumption parish in Geneva. The center is a private nonprofit corporation whose mission is to support a culturally diverse community, providing a place of spiritual refuge and serving as a model for peace and a beacon of hope. The shrine’s calendar of events and the complete story about the Heinz family can be viewed on www.servantsofmary.org. Two upcoming holiday programs are “Holidays with Bill Hixson,” responsible for Christmas decorations at the White House, on Saturday, Nov. 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $8, and tickets are $10 at the door. A glass ornament for everyone attending is included. An “Afternoon with The Clauses” will be Saturday, Dec. 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Tell Santa your wishes, and hear Christmas stories. Enjoy light refreshments; cost is $2. Call 440-2725380. Address and hours for the shrine of Servants of Mary Center for Peace, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or by appointment at 6601 Ireland Rd. The grounds are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. *The Basilika of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the most visited shrine in the world, lies outside Mexico City. The original image of Mary with her rose-colored gown and blue mantle, was revealed to a simple Mexican, Juan Diego, an Aztec Indian, back in 1531.

A Family Thanksgiving Continued from page 1 to pick up some groceries since it looked like we were all going to be there a day or two. After bundling up from head to toe, we ventured out the door, onto the sidewalk and plunged into snow that was waist high. We looked at each other and convulsed into laughter. Walking was not an option. We then spotted our neighbor making it to the road in his pick-up, waved to him and he graciously let us ride along to the store. The ride was slow, slippery and much longer than usual, but we made it back safe and sound. Our snowbound adventure lasted three days. What a wonderful memory to look back on. The simple pleasures in life reminded us once again what we should be thankful for; a loving family and, above all, knowing that when the Lord is in charge, everything works out for the best, even when there’s a blizzard.

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This is a very interesting picture of the WINNERS AND LOSERS BANQUET that was sponsored by the Middlefield Board of Trade, later know as the Chamber of Commerce. It is unknown to me the nature of the contest, but I think it may be safe to say the losers are the ones with the funny looking hats on. The names of nearly everyone are also unknown, but the picture was probably taken in the late 1920s. The banquet was held in the “new” gym at the school building now used as the Cardinal Intermediate School. The thing I find most interesting about the picture is that it shows bleacher seating at a higher level than the floor and a door that must have later been blocked in. In later years, this upper level seating was removed, and only floor level seating along the side of the gym was permitted.

Celebrate Christmas with your holiday favorites from This view is the Middlefield I remember as a kid growing up in the 1950s. It is the south side of East High Street where Middlefield Bank’s parking lot is now located. MIDDLEFIELD 5¢ & $1.00 store was owned by Maude Lorson with the help of her two sons Rich and Earl Warne. EDITH RITCHIE Dry Goods and Ladies Apparel was next. Located in the basement of the same building as LORSON’S GOLDEN DAWN Grocery store, owned by Clarence Lorson, was the NIBBLE NOOK, a small restaurant, and on the second floor was the K of P LODGE. Next was MIDDLEFIELD HARDWARE, owned by Charlie Harrington, and then the MIDDLEFIELD BANKING COMPANY. All of these buildings were torn down in the 1980s.

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Thanksgiving Month By Vicki Wilson

Fall is a busy time of year. We’re bundling off to football games, raking leaves and celebrating Thanksgiving. Before you know it, we’ll be hanging twinkling lights on the trees, shopping, gathering for Christmas Day and toasting in the New Year. It’s always fun to celebrate holidays, and I’m sure every family has their favorite traditions as well as holidays. April 7 is my favorite – National No Housework Day! Really! It’s official! November has a few wacky holidays. Deviled Egg Day is Nov. 2, and Nov. 6 is Saxophone Day. The 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. I would assume this is to make room for the Thanksgiving Day food! Black Friday, one of the busiest shopping days of the year, is always the Friday following Thanksgiving. One holiday that I would not recommend celebrating is Stay At Home Because You Are Well Day on Nov. 30. It would most likely cause you to lose your job. The American tradition of Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate the fall harvest and be thankful for all of the good things in our lives – our homes, food, families, loved ones, and freedom. We certainly have a lot to be thankful for living in the United States. President Franklin Roosevelt signed

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a resolution in 1941 setting the fourth Thursday of November as Thanksgiving Day. Most of us eat way too much turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes and watch football most of the day. November is also Aviation History Month, Child Safety and Protection Month and National Model Railroad Month. November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, epilepsy affects people of all ages. Between 2 and 3 million people in the United States have this neurological condition. This condition is usually more common in later years of life. About 300,000 senior adults have epilepsy in our country. As we baby boomers age, the incidence of epilepsy in the population will increase significantly. The exact cause of epilepsy in a person may remain unknown. However, stroke, head injuries, brain tumors or infections may be the cause for many. I hope you all have a peaceful and enjoyable Thanksgiving Day with friends and family. 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.

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Neighbors Say Thanks Too By Jacquie Foote It is said Thanksgiving originated in America. While it is true that a number of countries celebrate harvest-related festivals, they have different names and often are in different seasons. These days, if one were to list countries in the order their celebration of Thanksgiving most resembles ours, Canada would be first. In Canada, Thanksgiving is on the second Monday in October every year. It is celebrated to thank God for a bountiful harvest, which is the basic reason we celebrate. As you know, we celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. The reason for the difference in the dates of Thanksgiving is geographical; autumn starts earlier in Canada. Every good American schoolchild knows that the early settlers we now call “Pilgrims” set a holiday right after their first harvest (1621). A celebration lasting several days, it would include feasting, games, and praising God. Because of their invaluable help, Massasoit, Grand Sachem of the Wampanoag people, and others of his group were invited to join the Pilgrims. It was the “First Thanksgiving” at the Plymouth Colony. Our first official Thanksgiving Proclamation was issued in 1777 by the Continental Congress. Not so in Canada. You see, the first Canadian Thanksgiving was celebrated over 200 years later than ours, in April of 1872, and was to thank God for the recovery of King Edward VII from a serious illness. Thanksgiving was not celebrated in Canada again until 1879.

Once it was decided that Thanksgiving was to be a yearly holiday, the Canadian government seemed to have trouble deciding when an official day of national Thanksgiving should be. Between 1879 and 1898, Thanksgiving was celebrated on a Thursday in November. Between 1899 and 1904, it was celebrated on a Thursday in October. After that and until 1921 it was celebrated on a Monday in October. Finally on January 31, 1957, the Canadian Parliament announced the second Monday in October as the official “Thanksgiving Day,” “a day of general Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed.” And so it has been ever since. Considering how alike we are to our Canadian “cousins,” it should be no surprise that you would feel right at home at a Canadian Thanksgiving Day celebration with parades, family reunions, and a family feast usually featuring turkey and prayers of thanks. It is a time for sharing, loving family, giving thanks and having fun. Here’s hoping your Thanksgiving Day is exactly that. 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.

Serving Up Meals for Seniors The Geauga Department on Aging’s Home Delivered Meals Program has launched a “Safe at Home” program for approximately 200 homebound seniors to make sure that each has a working smoke detector and, if needed, a CO detector. Also, many of the frail elderly’s addresses are not clearly marked. This makes it difficult for a rescue squad, fire department, or meals volunteer to find the client’s home quickly. In part two of the project, each client will have a reflective, clearly visible emergency address sign installed near their drive. To help install the smoke detectors and/or signs, call 440-279-2130 and ask to speak with Marianne Deatsch. Consider a donation to this project; a $25 gift provides both an address sign and smoke detector. Make your check payable to the Geauga County Department on Aging “Safe at Home” program, 12555 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon, OH 44024 . Holiday volunteers are needed as Home Delivered Meal drivers, kitchen staff and personnel that can offer their time on Thanksgiving, Nov. 25 and Christmas Day, Dec. 25. Volunteers can help on each holiday, packing, making or helping deliver meals at 12555 Ravenwood Dr. in Chardon. Those who help organize, pack or make the meals should arrive between 9 and 10 a.m. Those who are driving should plan on being there at 11 a.m. Holiday meal drivers must be 18 years of age or older, and have proof of insurance, while inside volunteers (kitchen helpers and volunteer assistants) can be under 18 years of age but must be accompanied by an adult. The Geauga County Department on Aging once again offers a traditional holiday meal to any Geauga County senior 60 and older who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving Day and/or Christmas Day. Deadline for Thanksgiving sign up is Nov. 16, and Dec.14 is deadline for Christmas. For more information, please call the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-2792130, 440-564-7131, extension 2130 or 440-834-1856, extension 2130. Thanksgiving at the Senior Centers Celebrate an early Thanksgiving with the department on aging Senior Center’s “family” on Tuesday, Nov. 23. As we enjoy turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and vegetables, we’ll share special holiday memories and traditions. Lunch and transit reservations are due by Monday, Nov. 15. To reserve your spot at a senior center near you, please call the Middlefield center Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at 440- 632-0611.

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alone. Then, relief sweeps over you as you see headlights finally stopping at the scene. Someone you have never met helps you get free, calls 9-1-1, makes sure your family knows what happened, and goes with you to the hospital. A stranger shows you one of the greatest acts of kindness you’ve ever experienced. How do you thank such a person? Do you send a perfunctory thank-you note in the mail, just like your mother trained you to, on every birthday? Do you nod, smile, and say, “Glad you came along!” before dismissing the entire experience from the rest of your day-to-day life? I know I would be desperate to express my sincerest gratitude in a way that would capture that kind stranger’s attention. I wouldn’t want him to leave my life without knowing how remarkable and miraculous his actions were to me. And yet, how do we thank God? How do we thank our God, who saw our trapped and broken condition and made a way for us to come back to Him by sacrificing Himself;

our God, who effortlessly holds all the galaxies in the universe together just as tenderly as He keeps your heart beating right now; our God, who never allows chaos to continue indefinitely? He always has a reason and orchestrates everything throughout history for His well-deserved glory. Our God has the victory over the evil in this world and gives us that same victory to wield on behalf of those around us. Our God deserves more praise than words can say or hosts of angels can give – this is whom we are to thank for our lives. How often do we give him perfunctory prayers of thanks instead of being desperate to express ourselves in a way that would please Him? I know I do it. I am aware of God’s care for me, and so I thank Him for it, much as I would thank a stranger for holding a door open for me. Yet, God is no stranger to me; He is the one who fills my life with purpose. What would happen if I looked His loving care face-on, and more than just once a year? This is the season when we, as a nation, remember to be grateful. We should not do it lightly. Remember to whom we owe our thanks. Victoria Bacon coordinates artistic expressions of praise as part of the Salt And Light Team (SALT) ministry at Christ Covenant Church, 16406 Kinsman Rd., Middlefield (44062). Call there at 440-632-0602 or visit their website at www.christcovenant.com.

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Holly A. Paszko, (nee Tinker), 61, of Orwell passed after a brief illness early Monday morning, Nov. 1, 2010 at Eagle Pointe Skilled Nursing Home in Orwell. Born in Cleveland on Dec. 8, 1948 to the late Alvin and Carolyn (Lohiser) Tinker, Holly married Manfred Paszko on Aug. 23, 1969. Holly will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 41 years; sons Joseph Paszko of South Euclid and Andrew Paszko of Middlefield; and many friends. A private family gathering was to be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent to www. bestfunerals.com. Edward J. Sokolowski, 56, of Parkman Township passed peacefully early Saturday morning, Oct. 9, 2010 at the Hospice House in Cleveland. He was the loving husband of Rose (Prosek) Sokolowski. Born in Cleveland on March 5, 1954 to Walter Sokolowski and Arlene (Hansen) Roessler, Edward was a lifelong resident of northeast Ohio. He worked as a printing pressman for many years and enjoyed fishing and family. Edward is survived by his wife and mother; sons, U.S. Army SSGs Jason (Tiffany) Sokolowski of Killeen, Texas and Michael Sokolowski of Parkman; daughters U.S. Air Force SSGT Elise (Curtis) Huffman of Fort Stewart, Ga., and Arielle Sokolowski of Parkman; brothers Walter (Julina) Sokolowski Jr., Kim Sokolowski, and Chester (Paula) Sokolowski; sisters Sharon Bolin and Deborah (Tom) DiGioia; grandsons Jason Jr. and Xavier Sokolowski; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father and his sister, Valerie Dickson. A mass of Christian burial was Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010 at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Parkman. Friends2 and family were received Oct. 12, 2010 at Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield. Burial was Oct. 14 at Overlook Cemetery in Parkman. Online condolences may be sent and a tribute video may be viewed at www.bestfunerals.com. Eloise G. Towne, 95, lifelong Middlefield resident, passed Monday evening, Oct. 11, 2010 at Briar Hill Health Care residence. Born Jan. 24, 1915 in Middlefield the daughter of Joe A. and Olive F. (Hanford) White, Eloise was the oldest living resident born in Middlefield. She was a graduate of Middlefield High School in 1932 and married Carl A. Towne Aug. 17, 1937 in E. Liverpool. Eloise retired in 1975 as a teacher’s aide for Cardinal School System. She was the oldest member of the First United Methodist Church in Middlefield and loved kids. Her hobbies included playing organ and piano; traveling; Middlefield Senior Center activities; and playing pinochle. She will be missed dearly by friends and family; daughter Beth (Joseph) Puzder of Chardon; son Art (Audrey) Towne of New Castle, Pa., and chosen son Dr. Thongchai (Kay) Sresthadatta of Columbus; six grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Carl (died in 1984); one grandchild; her parents, Joe and Olive White; her brother Otto White; and her sister Claudine Minnick. Celebration of her life was Saturday, Oct. 16 at Russell Funeral Service, 15670 West High St. (Rt. 87), Middlefield. Visitation preceded. Burial was at Middlefield Cemetery. Pastor Ed Peterson officiated. In lieu of flowers, contributions were suggested to Berea Children’s Home, 202 East Bagley Rd., Berea, OH 44017. Online condolences are at www. russellfuneralservicesusa.com.

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Park District Deer Fight Battle Against Hunger   In Geauga County’s second hunting season with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH), the yield has more than doubled. “This year I’m already up to 14,” said Jason Traggiai, a Parkman Township resident who volunteered to head the local chapter last year. The total harvest was only four for 2008. The FHFH national nonprofit provides a means for hunters and landowners to donate 2.4 million pounds of deer and other big game since September 1997. In Geauga County this effort now supplies ground venison – hamburger meat – free of charge to the Geauga Hunger Task Force, a coalition of churches and social service agencies serving seven neighborhoodbased food pantries, and two local churches’ soup kitchens. In a spread-out community like some parts of Geauga County are, the problem of hunger can seem nonexistent. But it’s a fact that in 2009 alone, Geauga Hunger Task Force served 9,748 people, including 3,452 children and 979 senior citizens, with 46 percent using the service more than once. To make a tax-deductable donation of

money or venison, call Jason at 440-548-5904. Learn more about FHFH at http:// fhfh.org and the Park District’s Controlled Hunting Program at http://bit.ly/gpdhunt.

Ice Age Programs As cold weather befalls us, let The West Woods Nature Center be headquarters for learning about people hunting giant mammals. Stop by Sunday, Nov. 14, for two programs on the topic. “Ice Age Indians” is from 1 to 3 p.m. Also enjoy “Tool Time: The Ice Age Handyman’s Special” from 3 to 4 p.m. Geared toward adults, Tool Time features local archaeologist Mike Fath introducing, by form and function, his fascinating collection of genuine 10,000-year-old Paleo-Indian flint tools. Registration is not required for either. of these free programs. Call 440-286-9516 with questions. Also visit the Park District at http://geaugaparkdistrict.org or on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Living Well Massotherapy is teaming up with Harvest For Hunger in the month of November to bring you “Hands On For Hunger”. Bring in any non-perishable food item, paper item or personal hygiene item and receive 20% off any 40, 60, or 90 minute massage! Do something good for yourself while doing good for others! Call 440-632-5814 to schedule your appointment or to make a donation. Living Well Massotherapy 14895 N. State Ave. Middlefield, OH 44062

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Lake Health offers the following childbirth and parent education programs during November and December. To register for any of these classes, call Lake Health’s Best of Health Line at 440-953-6000 or 1-800-454-9800. Breastfeeding Program is 6 – 9 p.m. on Nov. 30 at TriPoint Medical Center, 7590 Auburn Rd., Concord Township. This program offers helpful information and practical suggestions for nursing your baby. Registration and fee required. Infant Care: 6:30 – 9 p.m., Dec. 6, at TriPoint Medical Center, 7590 Auburn Rd., Concord Township. This program focuses on safety issues, normal infant behavior, the signs of illness and hands-on practice with diapering and bathing. Registration and fee required. Sibling Program: 10:30 a.m. – noon, Nov. 20, at TriPoint Medical Center, 7590 Auburn Rd., Concord Township. This program helps prepare children between the ages of 3 and 10 for the arrival of a new brother or sister. Registration and fee required. Prenatal Yoga: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Dec. 6, at the TriPoint Medical Center Physician Pavilion, 7580 Auburn Rd., Suite 201, Concord Township. Your center of gravity will change and shift throughout your pregnancy, and balance will be enhanced with the practice of the asanas (postures). Through the postures, breath work, chanting and meditation, you will stretch the body, increase lung capacity and train the mind to center and relax, which is so beneficial throughout your pregnancy, during the intensity of labor, childbirth

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By Dr. David Fakadej

Thanksgiving integrity. For example, send a child to bed at 8 p.m. while you retire at 11 p.m. . . . They may ask, “Why can’t I stay up late?” Parental reply might be “Because 8 is your bedtime.” The child is either too afraid or unable to argue the loss of integrity. The disparity between what you say and what you do confuses the child. They go to bed upset, feeling like he or she is missing out on something, and that plays out in dreams. We carry our emotions into our sleep. Unable to resolve issues in our sleep, when most healing should occur, we carry the disparaging emotions into the following day and the rest of our life. We become afraid of the dark. Call it emotion, mental status, psychology, or spirituality – pick the word you prefer. This is a vital aspect of health generally intentionally ignored. Who wants to admit they need a “shrink”? I believe all psychoanalysts would love going out of business because all people demonstrated integrity. Loss of integrity causes confusion. Confusion makes us expend energy on mental processing rather than on immune function and healing. A weak immune system leaves you susceptible to unsanitary conditions and less able to heal. And now we are full circle. This Thanksgiving, as you return as a community to the clean, warm, safe home of your family, during your homecoming meal, enjoy quality food and speak of lessons learned that bolster integrity. Live long and prosper.

Community includes “friends” we neither know nor trust and “family” whom we know just how far we can trust. Harvest is a transition from toiling in months past, to preparations now, before hunkering down to survive months ahead. Thanksgiving used to be a feast joining community members to share the harvest. In Canada, Thanksgiving is a celebration of homecoming. Homecoming is more the way we think of Thanksgiving today. When I was a kid, I remember during Thanksgiving seeing 60-year-old relatives white haired and despondent, some in diapers and most in wheelchairs. Things changed. Research suggests that genetically, the human organism has the ability to live to age 165. Historically, if you lived to age 45 and more than half of your children survived to adulthood, you were lucky. During the past century or so, lifespans increased to perhaps an average age 70. The major contributor to life extension was sanitation. From our homes to our medical interventions, sanitation did more to extend life than anything else. We may think better medical intervention helped, but research seems to show drugs are just as harmful as helpful. Fewer and less invasive surgeries are better to keep life, but not necessarily to extend life. Technology may extend living, but who wants to live 40 years in a hospital bed while others clean and feed you? Not me. As sanitation improved, food quality lost out to quantity. Today with mass production in a marketing economy, we have more food with reduced nutritional value. Americans are starving and obese, but at least we are clean. Improved reliance on locally grown, ripe off the vine, freshpicked from rich fertile fields (not chemically fertilized) produce could add quality to our life and our lifespan. I believe, and hope to set the example, that with good sanitation and quality food, we could live to a very healthy age 120, keen of mind, physically active, and living on our own. It is possible. I treated an age 70-plus patient that does not use pharmaceuticals who had low back pain from playing volleyball. I’m seeing more people like this today. Shouldn’t they be in a wheelchair? To go on to reach a healthy age 165, in my opinion (again I hope to be the example), integrity is required. Integrity means that what you say matches what you think, and that also matches what you do. Children are quick to spot a loss of

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what would By Joe Novak Those of you who read my column must have noticed that they have changed my header from “Ask Joe” to “What Would Joe Do?” They even changed the toolbox to “The Thinker.” I know this is not a promotion, but maybe it’s an opportunity to expand my horizon. I’ll have to “think” about that. The header change is to better reflect my article content since I often stray away from mechanical problems and dive into any subject where I feel I have something worthwhile to offer. Readers can continue to e-mail me with questions concerning any subject other than love, politics, sex and religion. There are hundreds of subjects I know absolutely nothing about, and so I can’t give advice on them. I am going to take this opportunity to add more opinion and hopefully some humor into my “new” column. My editor has in the past “edited” out some of my humor. When a man says he wants a wife (and an editor) with a sense of humor, he doesn’t want one who tells him jokes; he wants one who laughs at his jokes. I have kept my wife laughing for 25 years – just one of the reasons she keeps renewing my contract every year, so she says. Since this is an advice column, I feel obligated to give at least one small piece of advice. Solving most problems is a step-bystep process that involves the elimination of the least expensive and most obvious things first. Example: if your car transmission is slipping, checking the level of the transmission fluid is the most obvious and least expensive first step. Most things in life are often that simple to fix. My son has a computer business, and asking, “Is it plugged into a working outlet?” is one of the first questions when someone’s computer will not start up. The process of elimination, from easiest and cheapest to fix to the most expensive and complex to fix, is the rational order. The other considerations are how long am I going to keep this and is it worth fixing. If your car has 190,000 miles on it and it is costing you $900 a month to keep it on the road, a $200-a-month lease payment with 35 percent better fuel economy and state of the art airbags starts a good argument for a new car. Impulsive purchases are rarely a good thing. Make a list of pros and cons. If you

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Sincerity, enthusiasm, concern, flexibility and a willingness to go the innovative and extra mile to accommodate a student’s quest for education bubble out the door of the admissions office at Kent State Geauga campus and spill into comfortable, student-friendly common areas and classrooms. Thomas Holies, director of enrollment management and student services for Kent State University Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Center, wants to recruit graduates – not just students. And he wants his graduates to achieve all their employment, family, lifestyle and community aspirations. If you ask me, Tom means it when he says he really cares. I suspect he could tell you the status of many KSU Burton campus graduates who no longer require his services. To make this happen, Kent State University at Geauga and the Twinsburg Academic Center offer a wide range of associate degree and bachelor’s degree programs that can be completed at either or both sites. Students may also begin any of Kent State’s more than 270 academic majors and then complete their programs of study at the appropriate campus. Academic advising plays an essential role in helping students formulate sound educational and career plans based on their interests, abilities and academic classification. Advisors increase student chances for satisfaction and success in completing academic degrees. Advisors can also help students choose their majors and assist with class selection and registration. They direct struggling students toward supplemental resources at no extra cost to turn situations into successes. Geauga Campus and Twinsburg Academic Center advisors are available days, evenings, and Saturdays. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the Geauga Campus at 440-834-4187 or the Twinsburg Academic Center at 330-487-0574. Serving as an admissions director and academic advisor at rural community colleges along with admissions experience at a couple major universities during his 36 years in higher education, Tom is uniquely

positioned to help students in Geauga County. Tom grew up in a rural community in northwest Ohio and even though he was a one-time Michigan State University Spartan, I assure you his heart is now with Kent State and its regional campus students. “Our average class size is 14 or 15 students with a maximum class size of 30,” Tom says. “We are on the verge of bringing many new four-year degree programs to our regional campuses as part of KSU President Lester Lefton’s vision. There are opportunities for students to come here and finish bachelors’ degrees in business administration and bachelors’ in general studies and applied studies, middle childhood education, and nursing. Previous undergraduate course work has no expiration date,” Tom reminds potential students. Kent State also offers a progression of “stackable programs with the purpose of re-engaging adults in school in order to prepare them for college and entry-level employment. Staff has placed particular importance on building basic academic, computer, and work-readiness skills through self-paced, distance-learning and assessment techniques. Workers in many fields–agriculture, engineering, business, early childhood education, food science, veterinary medicine and many more–stay current in both their professional knowledge as well as in their certifications or licensures with the educational opportunities that Kent State offers. Kent State provides career enhancing programs when and where you need them. Credit programs are offered via distance education and in face-to-face settings, depending on the needs of the students and the demands of the topic. “Our Dean, David Mohan, understands and gives us the leadership opportunities to make a difference for our students. That’s a big deal. We have a phenomenal staff and team all pointed in one direction.” Tom says. Find KSU Geauga at 14111 ClaridonTroy Rd., Burton (44021). You can call Tom at 440-834-4187 or visit the website www. geauga.kent.edu.

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ONGOING: Citizens Advocating Responsible Energy (CARE) Four Wheeler ATV Raffle Enter a raffle drawing for a brand new 2010 Honda FourTrax Rancher ES ATV. Tickets are $10 each or six for $50. Tickets are on sale now at every CARE meeting, fund raising event, from any CARE member, and from participating merchants in Geauga. Also you can get them from Jim Galm at 216-3460782 or from Brian Ross at 440-715-3670. Mondays and Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Pitch with Burton Horseshoe Club Ladies and gentlemen of all ages are welcome to join Burton Horseshoe Club (BHS) Mondays and Tuesdays about 6:30 p.m. indoors at 14751 Lenny Ave., directly across from the Amish Birthing Center, from mid-September through May. Practice

horseshoe throwing techniques. Their Lenny Avenue building boasts three indoor courts, and an observation loft is underway. They also have equipment to get corn hole competitions going, and corn hole practices start Wednesdays between 6 and 6:30 p.m. The building can be rented out for church and youth groups and parties, and novices can find a friendly expert willing to get the party started. The BHS club is open to the public. For non-members, it only costs $5 for a fun night of pitching horseshoes or corn bags. If you’re curious about this sport, want to arrange an outing or think you might be interested in joining, call Paul Buttari at 440-823-5880 or Walt Pierce at 440-785-6310. NOV. 10–13: West Geauga Friends of the Library Book Sale Fall Book Sale by the West Geauga Friends of the Library begins Nov. 10 with the members’ preview from 4 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the open public sale from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. On Thursday, Nov. 11, hours are 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. On Friday, Nov. 12, hours are 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 13 is $3 Bag Day with hours from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Funds raised from the book sale benefit the on-going adult and children’s’ programs at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Rd. in Chesterland. The phone number is 440-729-4250. NOV. 11: Geauga National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Support Meeting If you have a family member, loved one, or child diagnosed with a mental illness (brain disorder), join us Thursday, Nov. 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, 13244 Ravenna Rd., Chardon (44024) for information, understanding, and support. Family and Friends Support meetings are the second Thursday of each month. No registration is necessary, and the program is free. For more information, call 440-2853945. NOV. 13: Claridon Girl Scout Troop 1324 Santa Shoppe Girl Scout Troop 1324 presents the 5th annual Santa Shoppe, Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Claridon Town Hall on the corner of Route 322 and Claridon-Troy Road. Over 20 crafters and vendors, refreshments and bake sale. Come and visit with Santa from10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Door prizes. Free admission. NOV. 15: Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9678 Meets Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9678 of Middlefield meets Nov. 15 (and every 3rd Monday of the month) at 7 p.m. at the post in Middlefield on West High Street. Current members and anyone interested encouraged to attend. Contact Gary Best at 440-321-0808. NOV. 17: Newbury Boosters Spaghetti Dinner Join us for nonprofit fund raiser’s spaghetti dinner at Newbury High School Cafeteria Nov. 17, 5-7 p.m. Eat in or take out. $6 for adult meals and $4 for children’s.

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{ community interest } Continued from previous page NOV. 18: Senior Potluck Dinner Senior Center in Middlefield, 15820 Ridgewood, hosts a free monthly gathering the 3rd Thursday each month, 4:30 to 7 p.m. for fellowship and dinner. If attending, bring a dish to pass. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Dinner at 5 p.m. Call 440-632-0611. NOV. 18: NAMI Speaker Meeting Geauga NAMI’s next educational speaker meeting features Dr. Patrick Enders, pediatric and adolescent psychiatrist. Deanna Brant, emergency services director at Ravenwood Mental Health Center will present “Assisted Outpatient Treatment – Jason’s Law,” discussion of pending mental health legislation in Ohio, on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Geauga Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services, 13244 Ravenna Rd., Chardon (44024). The program is free and no registration is required. NAMI, the nation’s largest grass roots mental health organization, is dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families. Educational speaker meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Geauga Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services. For further information or to join call 440-2853945 or e-mail Lreed@mhageauga.org.

business having a commercial address in Chester Township. Decorations will be unveiled on Sunday, Nov. 28 coinciding with the Christmas tree lighting at the bandstand. Judging will be on two nights: Dec. 7 on Mayfield Road and Dec. 8 on Chillicothe Road and all remaining areas. Decorating categories may include Best of Show, Traditional Holiday Spirit, Most Whimsical, Most Original and Most Creative. The prizes? Accolades, publicity and helping to promote businesses in Chesterland. To participate, complete and return an entry form ASAP to the Miniature Cellar (12653 West Geauga Plaza, Chesterland). Entry forms are available there. Contact Rosemary Macedonio at 440-729-6464 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. DEC. 4: Master Gardener Yule Wreath From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 4, celebrate the fact that flowers and plants have special meanings in cultures around the world. Learn about their meanings and then make your very own memories wreath. The Master Gardeners will provide all the materials and know-how. Fee is $35 at Geauga County OSU Extension Office, Patterson Center (on the Burton Fairgrounds), 14269 ClaridonTroy Road. Call 440-834-4656 to register. Mail a check payable to OSU Extension, P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021.

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NOV. 18: Parkman Historical Society Parkman Historical Society meets at 7:30 p.m. at Parkman Community House, Route 422 on Nov. 18. Mrs. Mildred Weedon will speak on The Reservation Farm. NOV. 20: Collectors of Wooden Nickels Meet for Christmas Party Collectors of wooden nickels will meet for a Christmas party at the Middlefield Library on Saturday, Nov. 20 at noon. Meetings are free and open to the public. For details, contact Al Schubert at 440-992-0601. NOV. 20: CARE Ethnic Dinner Join us Saturday, Nov. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd., Montville (44064). Admission is $10 per person, all you can eat. Children 6-12 eat for $4 and those under 6, for free. For information call 216-346-0782 or 440715-3670. No reservations are required and carry-out is available. CARE is an all volunteer, 501(c)(3) public charity; 100 percent of proceeds from the ethnic dinner fund raiser furthers CARE’s mission of preservation and conservation of natural spaces, productive farmland and rural traditions. Browse www. caregeauga.org for additional information. NOV. 20: CARE Silent Auction Silent Auction fund raiser is from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Rd., Montville (44064). For information, call Barb Youshak at 440-632-0394. NOV. 27: Burton American Legion Breakfast with Santa & Craft Show Come to Burton American Legion Auxiliary Post 459 Saturday, Nov. 27 or Sunday, Nov. 28 from 9 a.m. to noon for breakfast with Santa. Admission is $6 per adult; $3 per child ages 6 to 12; and free per child under 6. Then climb the stairs to shop a wonderland of holiday excitement from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find unique gifts, crafts and toys. Sales benefit the scholarship fund. NOV. 28: Chesterland Holiday Decorating Contest Unveiling Chesterland Chamber of Commerce announces its first annual Chesterland Holiday Decorating Contest open to any

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When one thinks of the library, many things come to mind: books, DVDs, audio books, magazines, computers, and information. We can add another catergory to that growing list: art! The Middlefield Library will be hosting Art in the Mart starting in late November. Sponsored by the Geauga Council for Arts & Culture, Art in the Mart brings people and art together through public exhibits. It is an opportunity to explore paintings, photography, sculptures, and other art objects created by local artists. The first Middlefield Library exhibit will feature the watercolor paintings of Lynne Griffen and Mike McEnroe. The Middlefield Library is the latest addition to other Art in the Mart locations including Geauga Hospital, Geauga YMCA, and New York Deli in Chardon. The original artwork may be purchased through the Arts Council with 15 percent of the proceeds going to them and 15 percent returning to the library. Do not miss this opportunity to view our local talent on display. To celebrate the opening of Art in the Mart, the Geauga Council for Arts & Culture will host a reception at the Middlefield Library on Thursday, Nov. 18 beginning at

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5:30 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments and the new art display. Stay for The Fine Art of Viktor Schreckengost at 7 p.m. that same night. Cheryl McClellan, co-curator of the recent exhibit Viktor and Nadine: An Intimate Portrait, will discuss the famous northeast Ohio artist's paintings and sculptures. Viktor Schreckengost, often referred to as the American Da Vinci, created scultpures, paintings, ceramics, children's toys, bicyles, and household objects. In 2006, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts for his wide contribution to the fields of art and design. Schreckengost passed away in 2008 at the age of 101 after a successful carreer spanning several decades. Learn about the man and his fine art through this informative program. Registration for the program is underway. Needless to say, November will be an eventful month for art connoisseurs. Mark your calenders and experience art, culture, and fun with the Middlefield Library. Nick Fagan is head of adult services at the Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Call him at 440-632-1961, extension 24 or e-mail www.geaugalibrary.org.

Burton Library Holiday Happenings

By Linda Baker

Let the seasonal festivities begin with programs at Burton Public Library this month. On Friday, Nov. 12 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., “Learn to Make Needle-Felted Christmas Ornaments” at Burton Public Library. Join in when teachers from the Craft Cupboard show how to make three needle-felted Christmas ornaments using roving wool. There is a $10 material fee, payable to the instructor at the class. Please call the library at 440-834-4466 to register. Burton Public Library’s Annual Gingerbread House Contest encourages you to use your imagination to make a gingerbread house! Prizes are awarded in four categories. Please stop by the library for all the rules, or visit our website at www.burton.lib.oh.us. Gingerbread houses are due at the library on Thursday, Nov. 18. A Children’s Holiday Make ‘N Take Crafts program is Saturday, Nov. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drop in and have some holiday fun. Linda M. Baker is the children’s services coordinator at Burton Public Library, 440-834-4466.

Geauga Co. Public Library Conducts Community Forums Geauga County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold open public forums throughout the county shortly after Election Day. Members of the public are invited to comment about what library services need to be funded in the 2011 library budget and beyond. This will help the library board make decisions about what services to keep, add or drop beginning in 2011. Everyone is invited to these forums. No pre-registration is needed. Meeting dates and locations include Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. The phone number is 440-632-1961.

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Welcome, Mr. Joe Sherman! Cardinal Middle School welcomed a new science teacher last week. Mr. Joe Sherman is teaching 8th grade science at CMS, and he brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm, energy and science knowledge. Previously, Mr. Sherman was a standout hockey player in high school and college. Currently, he is a hockey official for the NCAA and American Hockey League. He doesn’t tote a whistle in class, but his leadership in the classroom helps students learn everything from the scientific method to chemical reactions and atoms.

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Red Ribbon Celebration Program First Graders Practice Yoga Mrs. Huge’s first grade class practices yoga in the hallway while waiting for classmates.

Levy Committee Poster Contest Supporters of the Cardinal Levy Committee congratulate the following students for winning the levy poster contest put on by the P.T.A. There were dozens of poster entries from Jordak Elementary and Cardinal Intermediate School students. All the posters were distributed around town and put in windows of businesses. Winners are: Grade K - Wesley Soltis, Katlyn Page; 1st - Zach Malaska, Alison Peterson; 2nd - Michah Gyorki, Alyssa Mirossay; 3rd - Rachel LeQuyea, Clayton Sauberan; 4th - Kaitlyn Foutty, Tyson Sinclare (absent) but holding his poster, Mrs. Hruska; 5th - Jordyn Granito, Olivia LaDow.

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Cardinal Local Schools partner with the Lake-Geauga Red Ribbon Committee to provide a Red Ribbon Celebration at Cardinal Middle School Cafetorium Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Cardinal students will perform in a series of skits that promote wise choices and a drug-free lifestyle. There will be presentations by law enforcement (and a special canine appearance), hands on activities and refreshments. Evening is free and open to the public.

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CMS Eighth Graders Go Virtual Cardinal Middle School is offering cutting edge learning tools for their students this school year. Currently, 8th grade students are engaging in a virtual class for critical thinking and learning skills. The virtual learning is provided completely via the Internet. It enables CMS students to learn anytime and anywhere. By leveraging mobile technology, CMS hopes to offer students a deeper level of individualized learning to meet their ever-changing needs. Through a partnership with some of the nation’s leading developers of learning tools, CMS is utilizing Internet based course management and teacher interaction. This new course provides immediate feedback and explanations for every question. It launches Cardinal Schools into the 21st century and responds to student learning styles. Currently, seven out of 10 teens polled nationally expect wireless devices to provide them opportunities to receive education anywhere in the world. Now, Cardinal Schools are positioned to meet that vision.

Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) high school students talked to middle school morning classes Oct. 11. Each student gave a short presentation on why they choose to be abstinent and then answered anonymous questions from students about teen pregnancy and prevention. TPP Advisors are Kerri Quay and Lori Gill. Also, several high school students are serving as Big Brothers/Big Sisters to intermediate-aged students from Cardinal Intermediate School. These CHS students have gone through training. The goal is to have one Big Brother/ Sister for each student in need. The high schoolers go to Jordak Elementary on Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. each week. There currently are 14 high school students participating in the volunteer program. Dee Marjenan is the advisor, with Lori Gill handling the promotions and applications for the program each year.

CHS 2010 Homecoming Court Congratulations to the following 2010 Homecoming Court members: 9th grade, Eleni Timas and Jacob DiBlasio; 10th grade, Kelly Thurling and Scott Hodgins; 11th grade, Elizabeth Ohtola and Trevor Adams; 12th grade, Kelsey Adams and TJ Minnick (Queen and King); Rebecca Toth and Channing Vaughan, Rachelle Debevits and Clayton Thurling, and Allison Klein and Justin Conner.

Social Studies Greek Festival Students in Mrs. Heselden’s world history classes are working diligently on their Greece festival research. They will do reports on a variety of topics from daily life, food, clothing and Olympics to warfare, Spartans, philosophers, art, and mythology. They will present these reports at the end of the month. We are looking forward to a great learning experience! We have also begun studying the ancient culture of Rome! Do you know there is a reason for the saying “All roads lead to Rome!”? Rome owned many European roads as far away as Italy. These roads were often made of stones and were rugged and strong. Some have even survived until today. Students will be drawing out pictures representing Roman life in ancient times.

The staff and students at Jordak Elementary and Cardinal Intermediate School went on a spooky Halloween parade on Oct. 29. The students paraded through Briar Hill, a local nursing home, to show the residents their Halloween costumes. After the parade, each classroom had a donut and cider celebration!

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Market Place Ms. Daily’s and Ms. Duchscherer’s fifth grade classes from CIS participate in Marketplace, a simulated consumer/producer activity. Students earn money in their classrooms, pay bills and fines, and then form business partnerships to create a product to sell or a game to play. The students learn responsibility and economics while having fun.

Spirit Days at CMS Cardinal Middle School showed their school spirit on Fridays during October. The student body was encouraged to wear red, white and black or other Huskie apparel to show school spirit. Student Council will be giving treats to the homerooms displaying the most school spirit. Teachers and staff showed their Huskie pride as well.

Cardinal Middle School thanks Senator Tim Grendell and administrative aide Elizabeth Lust for helping us acquire a new Ohio flag to be proudly flown in front of CMS. Thanks, Senator Grendell and Ms. Lust!

Important Dates to Remember: Nov. 11 Nov. 15 Nov. 16 Nov. 18 Nov. 20 Nov. 23 Nov. 24

Jordak conference night, 4-10 p.m. BOE meeting, 6:30 p.m. CHS Fall Sports Awards Night, 6:45 p.m. at MS CIS conference night, 4-10 p.m. Jordak/CIS PTO Chinese auction at MS HS conference night, 3-9 p.m. Thanksgiving break begins

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By Nancy Huth You know what’s right around the corner, don’t you? Yup! It’s that wonderful nine-letter word, “Christmas.” Although we know the true meaning of Christmas, we still need to think economically in these difficult times as we look ahead and plan for the holidays. You might want to start by visiting Geauga Pawn on Rt. 87, a half mile west of Route 44. Gregg Fauver, a licensed pawnbroker, buys, sells and loans. Look around the house for unused jewelry, musical instruments, DVDs, rifles, tools, clocks, purses, coins, or even motorcycles. Gold today brings in good amounts. If your initials are in a ring, it can be melted down. A simple diamond engagement ring that might cost $800 new can be bought for $135. Geauga Pawn has a great lay-away plan. If you are interested in a short-term loan, your item will be kept in safe keeping for up to 90 days and then you can buy it back. Geauga Pawn knows the value of items from Blue Books, catalogs and dealers. The store is roomy and bright, and the sales people very helpful. Call 440-564-2274 for more information. Next, check your garage and basement for any scrap metals, from aluminum to cast iron. You might have old appliances, electric motors, radiators, siding, etc. Paul Miller at Honest Scales, 15535 BurtonWindsor Rd., will weigh your metals and pay you accordingly.

Since prices fluctuate, you will be paid the going rates for your aluminum cans, copper and steel. Paul is now also accepting junk cars and will give you a decent sum for each. Honest Scales is a leader in industry, processing tremendous amounts of scrap each year with high-tech equipment. The business accommodates contractors, plumbers, electricians, industries and homeowners. Do your part and recycle with this caring company that works to protect the air you breathe by keeping scrap out of landfills. Now with your newfound cash from pawning and recycling, head for Emma Lee’s Second Time Around at 11253 Kinsman Rd, Newbury, a half-mile east of Auburn Road. Starting over and need household furnishings or new/used furniture? Then visit Penny Pincher at 15864 Nauvoo Rd. in Middlefield, right in the market area. New items come in twice a month. William Mooney, the proprietor, can offer you a good layaway plan. Penny Pincher has good quality at affordable prices. In the large front room there are new recliners, love seats, sofas and dining room tables. There are seven rooms and an upstairs where you can wander to check out the 400 items on display. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Home Energy Assistance Program ‑ Winter Crisis Program 2010/2011 The federally funded Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is designed to help eligible Ohioans meet rising costs of winter home heating. The Winter Crisis Program assists households whose primary and/or secondary energy source (usually electric) has been disconnected, is threatened with disconnection, or who have 25 percent or less of the fuel capacity of their bulk fuel tank. Households are eligible to receive Winter Crisis funds to restore or continue utility services. Geauga County residents may apply for the Winter Crisis Program at Geauga County Job and Family Services, 12480 Ravenwood Dr. in Chardon from Nov.1, 2010 to March 31, 2011. Eligibility is based on the emergency criteria and income guidelines. A household whose total income is at or below 200 percent of the 2010 Federal Poverty Level guideline may be eligible. Household income is defined as the total gross annual income before taxes (minus exclusions) of all household members, except earned income of dependent minors under 18 years of age. Guidelines for the 2010‑2011 program year are as follows, per household size given: one person, annual gross income up to $21,660; two persons, up to $29,140; three persons, up to $36,620; four persons, up to $44,100; five persons, up to $51,580; six persons, up to $59,060; seven persons, up to $66,540; eight persons, up to $74,020. For households with more than eight members, add $7,480 for each individual. Applicants will need to provide primary and electric heating bills, regardless

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Breakfast with Santa at Century Village from 9 a.m. to noon. Pancakes. $7, adult; $4, ages 6-12 ; those under 6 eat free. Call Century Village for details at 440-8341492. Visit the Crossroads Country Store and Santa gift shop. Breakfast with Santa and Children’s Craft Fair at the Burton American Legion from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Goodwin Street. Call 440-834-8621 for more information. Gingerbread House Display from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Burton Public Library. Free. Santa at the Log Cabin from noon to 4 p.m. Visit Santa at the Log Cabin in the Park. Free. Hot Chocolate and Cookies from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin. Free. Tree Lighting Ceremony, Carols, and Refreshments starting at 6 p.m. Free. Start at the Gazebo in the Park for lighting the tree. Then, carol, and finally head over to the Congregational Church for refreshments. Free. Special Live Holiday Music throughout the day will be scheduled at Coffee Corners beverages and antiques. See chocolate candies being made at White House Chocolates from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 440-834-3133.

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A ReStore is a resale home supply store that sells new and slightly used building materials, appliances, furniture and other household good. The revenue generated at the ReStore goes to building Habitat homes for hardworking Geauga County residents in need of decent, affordable housing. Location: 12180 Kinsman Rd. Newbury- just West of Rt. 44 Store Hours: Fridays 9:00-6:00 Saturdays 9:00-4:00 If you would like to volunteer at the ReStore or donate items call 440-564-7475.

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Breakfast with Santa and Children‘s Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Burton American Legion on Goodwin Street. Call 440-834-8621 for more information. Visit the Crossroads Country Store and Santa gift shop from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call Century Village for details at 440-8341492. Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Burton Public Library basement. Call 440834-4466. Gingerbread House Display from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Burton Public Library. Free. Demonstrations for Soaps and Lotions from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lilac Garden Gift Shop. Call 440-834-1415 for details. Santa at the Log Cabin from noon to 4 p.m. Visit Santa at the Log Cabin in the

Park. Free. Hot Chocolate and Cookies from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin. Free. Special Live Holiday Music throughout the day at Coffee Corners beverages and antiques. Free. See chocolate candies being made at White House Chocolates from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 440-834-3133.

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Visit Crossroads Country Store and Santa gift shop from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call Century Village for details at 440-834-1492. Santa at the Log Cabin from noon to 4 p.m. Visit Santa at the Log Cabin in the Park. Free. Book Signing by Donna ScottNusrala from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lilac Garden Gift Shop. Book-Twinkle Toes, Gazillions Bunches Oodles and Tons. Gingerbread House Display from 1 to 5 p.m. at Burton Public Library. Free. Hot Chocolate and Cookies from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin. Free. Special Live Holiday Music throughout the day at Coffee Corners beverages and antiques. Free.

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Gingerbread House Display. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Burton Public Library. Free. Christmas Floral Design Show and Luncheon,10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Red Maple Inn. Pre-registration is required. Seating limited. Call A. H. Christianson’s at 440-834-9760. Santa at the Log Cabin from noon to 4 p.m. Visit Santa at the Log Cabin in the Park. Free. Hot Chocolate and Cookies from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin. Free. Special Live Holiday Music throughout the day at Coffee Corners beverages and antiques. Free. See chocolate candies being made at White House Chocolates all day.

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Santa at the Log Cabin from noon to 4 p.m. Visit Santa at the Log Cabin in the Park. Free. Gingerbread House Display from 1 to 5 p.m. at Burton Public Library. Free. Hot Chocolate and Cookies from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin. Free. Special Live Holiday Music throughout the day at Coffee Corners beverages and antiques. Free.

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Take Advantage Of The Tax Credit Before The End Of The Year. New President of the East Geauga Kiwanis Club, inaugurated on Tuesday, Oct. 19, is Manuel Lopez of Middlefield. Manuel, a native of Barcelona, is also Honorary Council for Spain in Ohio. He attended John Carroll University where he met his wife Eileen. They have five children and nine grandchildren.

Volunteers, Generous Donations Support Geauga Family Holiday Celebrations “Sponsor-A-Family” is the holiday program that provides food and gifts to low income families and seniors in Geauga County. For the past 39 years, Geauga County Job and Family Services has coordinated the Sponsor-A-Family Program during the holiday season. First beginning in 1971, Sponsor-A-Family provided two dozen families with Christmas baskets. In 2009, Sponsor-A-Family coordinated gifts for over 1,200 children in Geauga County and collected approximately 14,000 pounds of food to be distributed to families in need. Sponsor-A-Family matches low income families who need assistance during the holidays with area churches, organizations, companies, families, and individuals who would like to help. Families, foster children, and seniors are referred to the program. The goal is to match as many as possible with sponsors from the community. Those not matched with a designated sponsor will receive food and gifts through Job and Family Services. This is made possible by donations made to the program through area food and toy drives and donations from businesses, civic organizations, groups, churches, and schools. Many area families and individuals have made sponsoring a family during the holidays a tradition. Cash donations are used to purchase food and other holiday staples for the families. Sponsor-A-Family volunteers are an essential part of the program. Volunteers donate time to sort and pack food and gift donations for the families and make deliveries. Toy collection drives will begin the week of Nov. 22 at the following collection points: The Middlefield Banking Company in Middlefield (both branches); Huntington Banks – Middlefield, Chardon, and Burton; Geauga Savings Bank in Newbury; Citizens Bank – Bainbridge and Chesterland; and New York Deli in Chardon. To make donations, volunteer time, or for any additional information on the Geauga County Sponsor-A-Family program, contact program coordinator Sara Shininger at 440-2859141. Monetary donations are accepted to purchase food and other items not provided by donations. Checks must be made payable to “Special Services.” Please indicate SponsorA-Family in the memo portion of the check. Checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 309, Chardon, OH 44024. New toys, coats and other donations are accepted at Geauga County Job and Family Services, 12480 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon.

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The Staff at the Middlefield Police Department would like to take the opportunity to graciously thank the residents of Middlefield Village for passing Issue 21, Middlefield Police Levy. We pride ourselves in providing a high level of safety services to the community, and with the community support we can continue providing the community with what it deserves. We understand that in these hard economic times, household finances are strained, but you, the community, showed us your support by passing and approving Issue 21, and for that we are deeply grateful and appreciative. We look forward to continue to serve you as your Middlefield Police Department.

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Fill a Car and Stock a Holiday Pantry By Chief Ed Samec Middlefield Police Department’s FillA-Police Car Food Drive will be Thursday, Nov. 11 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Middlefield Wal-Mart and Middlefield Save-A-Lot. Nonperishable food items will be collected for Thanksgiving food baskets to support needy families in our area in another united effort of the community supporting the community. Middlefield Police Department was recently recognized and received the AAA Platinum Award for Community Traffic Safety and the AAA Community Safety Award for a fatality-free traffic safety record. The AAA platinum level is the highest level of recognition from AAA. The Middlefield Police Department is the only department in Geauga County to receive the AAA recognition of platinum level. We have dedicated much emphasis and attention toward the area of traffic and community safety. We have adopted and implemented programs that educate, demonstrate, and enforce traffic and pedestrian safety issues ranging from bicycle safety, seat belt use, impaired driving, and child passenger safety seats, just to mention a few. Every year there are tragic and unfortunate traffic related fatalities that may have been prevented if certain safety

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precautions were practiced and followed. Our goal is to continue to educate and encourage safety-related practices in our community and do everything I can do as the chief of police to create a safer roadway environment for everyone who may travel upon our roadways. We are honored to be recognized by AAA in the manner in which the Middlefield Police Department has been highlighted for our efforts toward traffic and pedestrian safety.

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Attention RoofeRs & HomeowneRs! A prototype of pre-winter Geauga County is this teepee-like structure recently photographed at the intersection of dirt Nash Road and Route 168. This is considered a good way to dry slabwood before burning. What makes this teepee so interesting is that the one who made it chose to top it with a windvane – one with a woodchopper on it. (Post Photo/Kim Schwendeman)

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Holiday Calendar Holiday Passport Tour: Nov. 1 – Dec. 13 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Take a chance to win three holiday suitcases filled with gifts valued at $500+. Travel Middlefield’s countryside; visit all 19 listed shops with your official passport. Receive a stamp from each location listed for a chance to win. Enter at any Christmas in the Country shop. More information is at Country Arts & Jewelry, 440-632-5343, and Vancura Gallery, 440632-1124. Suitcases of prizes will be displayed at the Middlefield Cheese House. Christmas in the Country Holiday Open House: Dec 3 & 4 and Dec. 10 & 11 (Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.) Join us for our 5th annual event in scenic Amish country featuring 19 local businesses to shop, dine and relax as you visit and enter raffles at each location. All raffle money supports MIDDLEFIELD CARES and SHOP WITH A COP programs. Enter our grand prize drawing or donate canned food items or new toys! Call Country Arts & Jewelry at 440-632-5343. “Annie” – A Theater Party Matinee: Dec. 5 (Sunday 2 – 5 p.m.) Attend a matinee theater party and enjoy the Chagrin Valley Little Theater’s production of “Annie” on Dec. 5 as sponsored by Friends of WomenSafe. Call 440-285-3741. The Christmas Tea: Dec. 12 (Sunday 1 – 4 p.m.) A beloved tradition, The Christmas Tea at The Red Maple Inn, Burton is hosted by Friends of WomenSafe on Dec.12 from 1 – 4 p.m. For reservations call 440-285-3741, or visit www. friendsofwomensafe.com. Annual Cardinaires Christmas Concert: Dec. 14 (Tuesday noon – 1:30 p.m.) The Cardinaires Annual Christmas Concert and Luncheon presented by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce will be held Dec. 14 at noon at the Century Grill at Grandview Golf Course and Country Club. Reservations are $20 a person. Cost includes the concert and luncheon buffet with entree, vegetable side dish, salad, roll & butter, beverage and dessert. Please call the Middlefield Chamber office at 440-632-5705 for reservations. Visit www. middlefieldcc.com.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Home should be a place where people feel safe and secure. When violence happens at home, one may feel helpless and hopeless. Abusers take great pride in keeping domestic violence “hidden” often by isolating those they abuse. This only further gives them the power and control they desire. Domestic violence is a complex problem. There are legal, medical and mental health, and law enforcement concerns. Domestic violence was once only thought of as physical abuse. Physical abuse happens in domestic situations to all ages and genders. The stereotype of abuse is a male who physically hits, punches, grabs, kicks, or otherwise harms a woman. However, children are often the victims of such abuse by adults of both genders. Other situations involve an adult child abusing an older adult parent. As we now know, domestic violence can also be present even without leaving a physical mark. Verbal abuse can be yelling, name-calling, threats, and criticism. Sexual abuse can include constant demands for sexual activities, forcing unwanted acts, making demeaning sexual comments and forcing sexual activities with children. Emotional abuse may include isolation from others, ridicule, abuse of pets, or embarrassing someone in front of others. Financial abuse can take the form of controlling all the money, destruction of property, or withholding financial information.

Children who live with domestic violence often appear sad, fearful, depressed, and/or anxious; are aggressively defiant or passively compliant; have limited tolerance for frustration and stress; become isolated and withdrawn; are at risk for drug and alcohol abuse, sexual acting out, running away; have poor impulse control; feel powerless; have low self-esteem and/or assume parental roles. When alcohol or other drugs are involved, violence, loss of control, isolation, and fear increase. In a domestic violence household, chemical dependencies add gasoline to an already smoldering fire. There are victims of violence in our community who need your help. Effective actions may include asking someone to help with a Saturday afternoon project at home or church; inviting someone home for supper and a movie, or including others in events and activities. In an effort to address common problems, The Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services formed the Geauga Substance Abuse Prevention Partnership (GSAPP). Through this committee, the various providers can better serve those who are most vulnerable and most in need. All of the partners in GSAPP can help, so please do not hesitate to call WomenSafe at 888-285-5665 or Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers at 440-285-9119. Speakers are also available for groups of all sizes. The only reason we exist is to help.

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

Classes in all levels Of ObedienCe and aGility all classes will be held at tall Pines dog training. limited class size, pre-registration is required.

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

15 Years of Professional Pet Grooming

All Breed Dogs and Cats Your pets come first. Darci Dodge 216-308-3783 16656 Peters Rd. Middlefield, OH 44062

ANY SERVICE OFF New & Existing Customers Welcome Offer expires 12/1/10

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Absolutely Adorable

Trenton is a 24-week-old, beautiful buff-colored kitten. Just take a look at those big eyes. He is part of a huge cat rescue operation in Middlefield. To date we have saved the lives of 22 cats and kittens from this Middlefield location. These “adoptable felines” were left to fend for themselves until we stepped in and got involved. “Saving a cat or kitten won’t change the world, but the world will surely change for that one cat or kitten.” Just ask Trenton! Trenton is neutered, vaccinated, and has tested negative for leukemia/FIV. He is easygoing and has the most wonderful disposition. To meet Trenton, contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue at 440-474-9721 or e-mail Kathy at tassambud@windstream.net. If you can’t adopt, please consider making a donation to help out with this cause. Donations can be mailed to Kathy Deptola, 4396 Ireland Rd., Rome, OH 44085.

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{ CHILD CARE }

RR TIES FOR SALE

Child Care Services in my Middlefield Village home. School ages; Pre-K through 6th. Before/after school, closings & breaks. Excellent references & rates. “Miss Karlene’s”. Call 440-632-5661.

Two convenient locations for pick-up Chardon – 13065 Mayfield Road 322 Claridon Barns • 440-285-2509

Newbury – 10370 Kinsman Road

Allied Dealers Supply Co • 440-564-8044

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ONE MONTH FREE RENT with ad and signed one year lease offer expires December 31, 2010

Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Available South Wood Apartments 8140 South Wood Dr. Garrettsville 44231 No

Pets

330-527-4150 www.southwoodapts.com

{ REAL ESTATE } We Are Here For ALL Your Real Estate Needs! HOME SWEET HOME! Great price @ $119,000! Great house and great location by the schools! Enjoy this 3 bedroom, 1468 sqft home with a covered porch across the front, enclosed porch off the back, eat-in kitchen + formal dining rm. Other features include: full basement, 1st flr laundry, bedroom & bath with steam shower… Middlefield

Lopez Is Well But Still Homeless Lopez is a very nice shepherd/Labrador/ Rottweiler mix. He had heartworm when he came to the shelter. He is done with his treatment, which wasn’t easy for him, and now needs a well-deserved loving home. If you cannot adopt Lopez, can you donate to pay for his treatment? Adopt from the Geauga County dog warden at 12513 Merritt Rd., Chardon (44024), or inquire at 440286-8135.

Where Is Blazer’s Family? Blazer is a young yellow lab mix. He is good with other dogs. His buddy at the shelter is Sophie. He is fixed and up to date on shots. He just needs a real home. Adopt from the Geauga County Dog Warden at 12513 Merritt Rd., Chardon (44024), or call there at 440286-8135.

The Geauga Dog Warden needs dry dog food, canned dog food and dog treats. Also in need is Dawn dish soap (kills fleas), baby shampoo, Capstar and raw hides. If you can help, please drop off to the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Rd., Chardon (44024), 440-286-8135.

Other hOmes surrOundinG middlefield JUST LISTED 3 BDRM Condo w/1st AFFORDABLE! Why rent when you can own! floor bedroom, bath & laundry + an Lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath singlewide mobile att. gar. only $103,800 ...Middlefield home built in 2000 and including deck, COmmerCiAl Or industriAl PrOPerties *Office/Retail-Madison, Burton, Huntsburg, shed, awning & all appliances…$18,000 Middlefield & Orwell…1,500 to 25,000 HANDICAP FEATURES: ADA bath with roll sfqt…some for sale & some for lease in shower, elevator between 2 floors, and *Warehouse/Office, Retail or Shop ramps where needed. There are 3 bedrooms combination - Madison, Burton, & a large space used as the 4th bedroom on Middlefield, Orwell…1,500 to 25,000 sqft… the lower level...Motivated Seller asking only some for sale & some for lease $155,000 in Middlefield. *Factory-56,908 sqft with offices, YOUR DREAM HOME: Everything you could restrooms, docks, auto-levelers & more… want in this 4 bedroom home: 1st floor Only $475,000 master bedroom & bathroom, 1st flr laundry, *Plazas or Multiple Commercial huge great room opening up to gourmet Buildings - Orwell or Middlefield kitchen, bonus room for formal living room AVAilABle lAnd or formal dining room or music room, guest *$27,000 – Orwell - 6.151 acres suite, white picket fence, 2+ car garage, *$68,000 - Parkman - 2.59 acres sunroom, deck, patio, storage or workshop *$650,000 - Troy - 63.94 acres *$59,900 & up - Troy - 3.17acres & up area & much more….Middlefield

SIRACKI REALTY, LTD.

Phone: 440-632-1904 Fax: 440-632-1003

44Years in Real Estate

16394 Kinsman Road Middlefield, OH 44062 Gives us a call if you need something sold or leased www.sirackirealty.com

NEW LISTING…Spacious bi-level on 1.79 country acres. Offers 4 bedroomss, 2 full baths, lower-level family room with woodburner and access to patio. Updates including roof, carpet, laminate, furnace and more. Nice setback from secondary paved road. Middlefield Twp. $125,000 OWNER WANTS OFFERS…and can even assist with some financing! Spacious 5 bedroom home with huge country-style kitchen and living rooms, 1st floor bedroom, full basement and screened front porch. New elec. service and breaker box with NEW SEPTIC. Shop, barn and pasture. $110,900 UNIQUE HORSE PROPERTY…with custom- built ranch home on 4.3 acres. Beautiful oak floors and woodwork, huge country kitchen with access to covered deck, tons of closet and storage space, full walk-out basement with summer kitchen, full bath & covered patio. $224,000

MD REALTY “Your Local Realtor”

15618 W. High St. Middlefield, OH Ltd. 440.632.5055

www.mdrealty-ltd.com

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Weekend

RN SUPERVISOR and full-time

HOUSEKEEPING Holly Hill, a family owned & managed healthcare facility is currently seeking dedicated, caring health care professionals to join the team. We currently have a weekend RN SUPERVISOR position available. As well as a full-time HOUSEKEEPING position with benefits.

Holly Hill is located in Newbury and are accepting applications Mon.– Fri. 8-4pm.

No. 1 Dog Contest

Win a contest to see who is the No. 1 Dog in Geauga for 2011. The contest for 4th and 5th graders in the county kicks off 2011 dog registration. Send a short essay to Auditor Frank Gliha’s office by Nov. 17, 2010 explaining why you think your dog is the No. 1 dog in the county. Representatives from Geauga and Burton Public Libraries and the Geauga County Auditor’s office will judge essays on Nov. 22. The winner will receive the No. 1 dog tag for 2011 from Auditor Gliha on Dec. 1, 2010. For details see website at http://www.auditor.co.geauga.oh.us.

(440) 338-8220

10190 Fairmount Rd. Newbury, OH 44065

{ SERVICES DIRECTORY } { AUTOMOTIVE }

{ BATTERIES }

Ken’s Auto Body, Inc.

STATE ROAD BATTERY PRO

14430 Main Market Rd.(Rt. 422) • Burton Phone (440) 834-1293 Toll-Free (888) 601-8380 Fax# (440) 834-1112

ken zwolinski

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

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

{ CONSTRUCTION } Milan Besednjak, Owner

GeauGa pole Builders l.l.C. We Handle All the Work

Custom Cabins, Garages, Pavilions & Decks Specializing in Gambrel Style Barns Free Quotes 326 Third St., Niles 330-307-6678

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{ EXCAVATING }

SMB Custom Homes Ben Pilarczyk

9355 Brakeman Rd. Chardon, OH 44024

Cell: 440-413-1747

{ HOME APPLIANCES } 15561 W. High St., Middlefield 44062

“Parts – We Can HelP”

AppliAnces – lAwn & GArden – And More! FREE Shipping

on mailable items

Tel 440-632-6363 Toll Free 800-532-0142 Fax 440-632-6366

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

What are your True Colors? Call to find out more about how a Life Coach can support you! Free 30-minute introductory call. Lori Gorrell, Life Coach 440.391.4771 Member, International Coach Federation

llgorrell@live.com www.truecolorscc.com

Mast Metal Sales

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

Building Materials

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

42 Years Experience in Home Building Remodeling, Excavating, Hole Drilling

Middlefield Hometown Store

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440.548.2170 • • • •

Peaceful location in the country! Lots of exercise and personal attention! Climate controlled for your pet’s comfort! Reasonable rates and multi-pet discounts!

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

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

{ FLOORING }

LAMINATE FLOORING From

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{ TIMBER }

wanted LOGS

Will buy standing timber. Removal by horse or machine.

Stop in or call Wayne

440-272-5424

7377 Wiswell Rd. • Windsor, OH 44099

ADVERTISE your company here! Call Today to Reserve Your Space at 440.632.0782 Deadline for our December 1st issue is November 17th

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