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Eagles Receive Warm Welcome When Cheryl and shop in Pennsylvania, but Malcolm Rockwood moved when he went to pick them to a quiet stretch of Burton up, they were gone. He tried Windsor Road just west of to track them down, but Route 528, they shook things knows only that they were up a little. In their front yard last somewhere in Bradford, two commanding eagles, Pa. carved from solid blocks of The majestic eagles, pink granite, stand over 7 who match each other feet high and 5 feet wide. exactly, down to the feather, Some of the Rockwood’s stimulate the imagination Amish neighbors now refer and even helped inspire a to their neighborhood as horror story that is included Eagle Heights. in Bill Devol and Michael The Rockwoods have Seese’s book, “Haunting moved the 118-year-old Valley: a Collection of Strange eagles before, but they Supernatural Spectral Stories found this move to be Malcolm Rockwood with one of his two sculpted, 118-year-old, 5,000-pound from the Chagrin Valley.” particularly smooth. Mike eagles. Post Photo/ Christina Porter. One story in the book tells Jones from Chapel Valley how the stone birds came to Crane in Ashtabula moved the birds, each weighing 5,000 pounds, life at night and grabbed whatever or whoever moved -- for their from Newbury to Huntsburg and had them in place on the supports dinner. The collection can be found at the Fireside Book Shop in built by Middlefield’s Wengerd Construction in just one hour. Mr. Chagrin Falls. Worried about vandalism, Rockwood used to wait in Rockwood reports that both companies did excellent jobs at very the bushes and keep a careful eye on his regal birds each Halloween, reasonable rates. but being egged was the worst thing that ever happened to them. Sculpted in 1893, the eagles were originally part of a foursome Rockwood said his Amish neighbors seem amused by the that stood on 10-foot high pedestals in front of the Cleveland mammoth birds of prey, and have been extremely warm and Chamber of Commerce building. When the building was razed welcoming. He feels they’ve adopted him and his wife as one of to make space for a parking lot around 1952, the eagles were their own. The Rockwoods weren’t able to move into the house as purchased and moved to Haskins Road in Bainbridge. A golf course soon as they had hoped, and their neighbors kept an eye on the was opened on the site and later failed. Mr. Rockwood, who spent property for them and made sure the house was heated during 56 years working as a real estate appraiser, was called in to assess the entire brutal winter. Once he did move in, Rockwood and his the 40-acre property where the eagles perched in the mid-1960s; neighbors fell right into trading services. The neighbors help him and he wound up buying them and installing them on his Fields cut his weeds and shovel his snow, and he’s always happy to pull Road home in Bainbridge. In 1991 he moved two of them to his new out the pickup truck when they have something they need to tote home in Newbury, but, years later, when he went back for the other and haul. It seems that the Rockwoods and their eagles have all two, they had been sold. He managed to trace them to an antique found a very comfortable place to roost.
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By Nancy Huth Wedding days are often wrought with to Italy was also in gratitude for Kay’s enduring nervous preparations that involve any number of and overcoming a 2008 bout with cancer with its relatives and sometimes accompanying radiation leave us “glad that day is and chemotherapy. behind us,” but wedding They chose the tour anniversaries allow us group Trafalgar which to commemorate and they had heard about celebrate in a way that is through the American special just to us and our Automobile Association partner. (AAA). There were 44 One local couple along on the two-week saved for 12 years trip, with most of their to take their trip of a traveling companions lifetime. Kay and Claire coming from Australia Zurbuch met when both and New Zealand. were undergraduate Claire said, “I e-mailed and graduate biology them my photos and students respectively they e-mailed photos at Kent State University. back of their beautiful In 2010 they reached (l-r) Claire and Kay Zurbuch in the Coliseum homeland. We even their 40th wedding received a video of the celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. anniversary. Kay had earthquake devastation always wanted to go to Rome because of its rich in New Zealand.” The Zurbuchs were extremely background in art, history and religion. Their trip Continued on page 2
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Celebrating that Special Day Continued from page 1 satisfied with their itinerary and tour director, Letizia. It was hard to name a favorite spot since each place had its special charm. Stops were made in Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, Assisi, Venice, Verona, Milan, Lake Maggiore, Florence and Siena. Claire loved the food, especially the gelato, which he is trying to make at home. Both Kay and Claire found the Italian people friendly and helpful. On the last dinner evening with the tour group, Claire got down on his knees and asked Kay to stay married Eric and Sue Carlson, on the Isle of Capri in Italy, to him for another 40 years. Her celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary. humorous reply was, “I’ll think about it.” Then he gave Kay a necklace he purchased earlier in Florence. Claire, who is an excellent photographer, gave a presentation on their trip to Italy at the Middlefield Library this past year. Kay added her commentary and showed off her special anniversary necklace. It looked to all present as though the Zurbuchs were good for another 40. Sue and Eric Carlson, who met in high school, also chose Italy for their 30th anniversary celebration. At AAA they gathered brochures and decided on Insight’s, “The Best of Italy.” Their favorite spot was Rome. Sue exclaimed, “Walking down the streets and turning the corner you are surprised to see the Coliseum in the middle of the city, or the Vatican and are amazed at how old they are.” Their tour guide took them to real Italian restaurants, and since coming home, Sue makes her spaghetti sauce from scratch. The first night out in a foreign country is often the most memorable. For the Carlsons, it was being serenaded by Italian singers while looking through the restaurant doors in the mild October temperatures and seeing the Coliseum lit up. While in Venice they took a gondola ride, followed by a visit to St. Mark’s Square. As they enjoyed a glass of wine, the high tides started coming up through the drains. There were platforms built so no one got wet, and everyone laughed when the band started playing music from the Titanic as the waters rose. Both Sue and Eric found that visiting Italy made them want to see more places in the world and experience what others have to offer.
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It seems that Christmas has become a prime time for engagements to take place. So January is a month when many couples are thinking “wedding.” And how different the whole thing is from what the early Geaugans knew. To begin with, the idea that personal choice matters was just beginning in both America and Europe, so of course, asking permission from the prospective bride’s father was definitely a must. (And if he said no, it was no.) Second, engagement rings were rare. The groom-to-be usually did give his bride-to-be an engagement gift, but is was much more likely to be something nice, like a clock, for their future home or jewelry such as a locket. Rings waited for the wedding day. Early weddings in America were generally private affairs, held at the home of either the parents of the bride or of the groom. This was less often due to a particular desire for simplicity than a practical need for keeping things small. When weddings were held in homes, only a limited number of guests could be accommodated. The need for simplicity was extended to wedding dresses, though. Many early Geauga brides had only one best dress and they were generally married in that dress. If a new dress was made for the wedding, it was destined to be worn as the new “best dress” and was a color much more practical than white, a very difficult color to clean and maintain back then. A clergyman or judge would officiate and afterwards the family and select friends would celebrate with a nice meal followed by cake, as all special meals were in those days. By the 1820s and 1830s, upper class weddings had begun to evolve a bit more into the recognizably modern American wedding (complete with a lavish cake, dinner reception, and toast to the bride and groom). White for a wedding dress increased rapidly in popularity in 1840, when the newly crowned Queen Victoria of Great Britain wed Prince Albert. Victoria chose to be married in a splendid white satin gown, thereby setting a trend followed by many, if not most, brides today.
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As it is today, the wedding ring (also called the “wedding band” or the “wedding circlet”) was given by the groom to the bride at the wedding ceremony. However, it was very rare for the groom to receive a ring. The wedding band of that time was wide and made of gold. They were sometimes decorated with designs and often had loving inscriptions added to the inside of that band. Although some wedding rings were encrusted with precious or semiprecious stones, most were likely to be plain rather than bejeweled. In the 1600s wedding bands were commonly worn on the thumb, but by the early 1800s the fourth finger of the left hand was the home of the wedding ring. The new bride was normally publicly recognized at Sunday church services following her nuptials. Jacquie Foote is a volunteer for the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 East Park St., Burton. For information about the events at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, call 440-834-1492 or visit www. geaugahistorical.org.
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{ wedding plans } A Monkey, Cymbals and a Harmonica: Wedding Necessities By Ellie Behman Planning a wedding is no easy task but, trust me, laughter helps when problems arise. There are so many details to finalize that some brides turn to their prospective husbands for assistance. While many are adept at doing this, I can attest to the fact that there are others that should not attempt to “help.” Before I delve into my personal experience I am reminded of a couple of movies where men were assigned jobs in planning their weddings. They bungled them badly, both on purpose and unknowingly. Either way, they were removed from the job. I can relate to those situations as I am reminded of my own wedding plans many years ago when hubby insisted on getting the music for our reception. I was thrilled that he wanted to take part in the process and eagerly relinquished that job as I had so many others to fill. I pictured a lively band that played till the wee hours of the morning taking requests from the guests. What I got was such a shock I still can’t believe it to this day. Ron hired a man down the street from him that played one instrument -the accordion. I love the accordion. My dad and brother played it, but come on, one instrument at a wedding? Needless to say people were yawning after the first few songs and preparing to leave. The only other entertainment that could have been more memorable would have been a monkey with a pair of cymbals attached to
his knees and a harmonica. Thank goodness Ron didn’t think of that. One of the shows I referred to earlier was a television situation comedy where a man hired a musician called “Zippers, the One Man Band.” Hmmm, was he the star attraction at our wedding? What’s the point of all this? Well, in the grand scheme of things none of these dilemmas are deal breakers. It doesn’t matter if the cake shows up late or the photographer doesn’t take enough pictures. What really matters is the love between two people and the fact that they can laugh at whatever comes their way. We’re living proof of that. I can laugh now when I think of that poor man at our wedding belting out polka after polka while no one danced, but at the time the only thing I could do was stare at him with my “deer in the headlights” look. Ron, on the other hand, is still too embarrassed to this day to talk about it. The wedding is just one day but more effort and attention should be given to the years ahead as those are the ones that count. Laugh a lot, forgive when needed and strengthen your lives together with a bond of trust and love. Sometimes too much emphasis is placed on a 24-hour period so my advice is to relax, enjoy and, above all, double-check what others are doing to help. After all, you don’t want to walk into your wedding hall and see a monkey on the stage, a pair of cymbals strapped to his legs and a harmonica dangling around his neck.
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Nothing is more romantic than a hand written love letter, and since they are so rare in today’s world of e-greetings and texting, the gesture is more romantic than ever. Taking the time to create a letter from the heart is certain to make the heart of your sweetheart flutter. It’s easy to start. Begin with “Dear” and their name and then simply say what you want to say. Pour out your heart. Don’t second-guess and don’t erase unless there’s a blatant error. Slow down and allow the words to flow out. And make them count. This is your chance to share all those feelings you forget to say every day, so jot down whatever comes. Don’t stop your pen or pencil until you’re completely done with your thoughts. Even if you’re not sure what to say, if you feel nervous, or if you just aren’t a great writer, go for it. If you know your partner will love you for whatever you write, then go ahead, add a thick coating of the sweetest goo you can squeeze out. Make personalized references to things that you two share. One good way to do this is to include a quote from a favorite book, song or movie; something that is a common bond between you and will be recognized. Letter writing can be complicated for some and writing a romantic letter is even tougher. There aren’t many romantics that are putting their pen to good use anymore, so more than ever, there is nothing like receiving a letter from the one you love written by their own hand. If you are one of those people that have a hard time expressing their feelings, get some Post-it notes. Make notes about the points you want to make, and then start constructing the letter in time. Do not be in a rush, and always speak from the heart. You can’t go wrong if you’re as honest as possible. “Those who love deeply never grow old; they may die of old age, but they die young.” ~ Arthur Wing Pinero
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wartime because he believed single men made better soldiers. But Bishop Valentine went against his wishes and performed secret wedding ceremonies. For this, Valentine was jailed and then executed by order of the emperor on Feb. 14. While in jail, he wrote a love note to the jailor’s daughter signing it, “from your Valentine.” As for chocolate, Casanova, well known as “The World’s Greatest Lover,” ate chocolate regularly to make him virile. Physicians of the 1800s commonly advised their patients to eat chocolate to calm their pining for lost love. Richard Cadbury produced the first box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day in the late 1800s, and today, more than 35 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, with total sales of over $1 billion worth of chocolate is purchased for Valentine’s Day in the U.S. Approximately one billion Valentine cards are sent out worldwide each year according to estimates by the U.S. Greeting Card Association. That’s second only to Christmas. Women purchase approximately 85 percent of all valentines, and teachers will receive the most Valentine’s Day cards, followed by children, mothers, wives, sweethearts and pets.
“There is no difficulty that enough love will not conquer; no disease that enough love will not heal; no door that enough love will not open; no gulf that enough love will not bridge; no wall that enough love will not throw down; no sin that enough love will not redeem. It makes no difference how deeply seated may be the trouble; how hopeless the outlook; how muddled the tangle; how great the mistake. A sufficient realization of love will dissolve it all.” ~ Emmet Fox
“Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.” ~ Aristotle
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“There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved.” ~ George Sand. My friends Bob and Nora met for the first time in Cleveland. It was February 1953 and Nora worked as a waitress. As a high school senior, Nora was very independent. She was finishing school, working at the restaurant and babysitting most Saturday nights. Bob was a bus driver. The restaurant happened to be at the end of Bob’s bus route. Every day when the bus came to the end of the line, Bob would pop into the restaurant to have a cup of coffee. He enjoyed talking with the pretty waitress and began to look forward to seeing her. March rolled around and Bob asked Nora if she would go on a date with him. She asked her parents for permission, they gave their blessing and Bob and Nora set the date for March 26, Bob’s birthday. Nora waited and Bob never came or called. A few days later she ran into Bob, and he had no excuse except that friends came by to wish him a happy birthday and time got away from them. Embarrassed and apologetic, he agreed they had not gotten off to a very good start. The weeks went by, and Bob asked again. They finally went out and continued to date. Nora says she was “head over heels in love.” Nora remembers that on May 6, while sitting in her parent’s driveway following a lovely evening, Bob said he had something to give her and he wanted her to “keep it the rest of your life.” He produced a beautiful ring and asked her to marry him. She accepted and her parents were thrilled
as they liked Bob very much. Nora turned eighteen in August of 1953 and they were married on Sept. 5. They lived with her parents until they saved enough money to move out. Nora has wonderful memories of those early days of her marriage and their apartment in East Cleveland. Bob worked as a bus driver for a private company and drove a cab part-time. They had two sons. David was born around their first anniversary and Danny came about 18 months later. Nora remembers going with Bob to see Elvis Presley at the Circle Theater at Euclid Avenue and 105th Street. The Circle is no longer there as the Cleveland Clinic has expanded to take up that entire area. They visited Niagara Falls and Cedar Point and when the boys were small they discovered hiking, fishing and camping, first in a tent and then in a pull-along trailer. Nora made a sign for the back of the trailer, “Broke but Happy.” Bob passed away in March of 2011. Nora misses him every day but she feels lucky to have had a happy marriage with such a good man. That wedding ring is still on her finger and she will “keep it the rest of her life” just as Bob asked her to do so many years ago. Nora feels that, just as the quote above states, she and Bob found true happiness in life. 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.
Sixth Annual Women’s Health Expo Slated for Feb. 11 The public is invited to attend a free community education event on Feb. 11 featuring health and wellness information of special interest to women. The sixth annual Women’s Health Expo is presented by University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center. The event will be held Saturday, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holiday Inn Express & Suites – LaMalfa, 5783 Heisley Road, Mentor. Women’s Health Expo participants will hear physicians speak about cardiovascular health, urological incontinence, back pain, cancer screenings, migraine treatments, and other issues affecting women’s health. Free health screenings will also be available and a wide array of educational and interactive vendor exhibits will be on display. Complimentary lunch will be served. The event is free but space is limited and reservations are required. Call 440-285-7757 for information and registration before Feb. 7.
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Making Our Dreams a Reality By Kim Breyley How are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions? Are they already failures that merely feel like distant dreams? Do you have other lofty goals, but they’re accompanied by big fears and what seem to be unconquerable barriers? Lori Gorrell, a life coach and licensed seminar teacher, has some encouragement for all of us who struggle to realize our goals and dreams. Recently she conducted a seminar on “Going for the Goal” with some of the staff at the Middlefield Post. During this activity participants were encouraged to review their individual goals and then analyze why those aspirations might still be only dreams and not realities. Lori encouraged the group to explore reasons and obstacles that take place in our lives to cause unfulfilled dreams. She explained that when we are approaching the invisible line that divides our vision from becoming a reality, we are often listening to a deafening and defeating inner voice, one that she likens to a monkey on our shoulder. This “monkey” overwhelms us with self-limiting thoughts and prevents us from making our goals a reality. Christina Porter, copy editor for the Middlefield Post, and published author, says of the meeting, “What I most enjoyed about the session with Lori was the new perspective that she gave me on goals. Viewing them as a promise to myself, and realizing the importance of them will make it easier to stay focused and continue on the road to achieving them. I now know that I need to be aware of my thoughts and limit those which are self-defeating, to take things one step at a time instead of always trying to leap, and to realize, acknowledge and celebrate my achievements.” I found the exercise of “Life’s Intention Inventory” an extremely valuable tool, and will use this guide to set personal and professional goals. I believe it will provide accountability and focus that will enable me to forge into the future on a well-defined path. Others in the group said, “Lori is compassionate and nonjudgemental; she has a way about her that puts you at ease.” The seminar gave them a better focus on setting their goals and a better clarity of the steps to achieve them. The group left motivated to apply the tools Lori gave them to both their personal and professional lives; and expressed a want for her to come back to reinforce and build upon the foundation laid. When Lori was asked, “Why do you feel what you teach is something people often can’t do on their own, and how does a life coach center and help one to realize life’s
goals?” Lori responded, “I support my client to see their very best qualities and their most important intentions in life, and use this to create goals that have meaning and relevance. As a coach I work with people to look at what is preventing them from achieving their goals and dreams, to tell the truth about what they have just seen and then, take action. Why people often don’t move forward on their own is because they are having really interesting internal conversations about why they shouldn’t or couldn’t. When someone is having that conversation, they don’t see above, beyond or around it. The coach encourages the client to look at those conversations or reasons, to see if they are real or perceived. The coach is there to help the client take the lid off the box and have a good look inside. Are the contents still useful or do you need to clean out the box and take a different action(s) to reach your goal? What is important here is that the coach has no judgment about the conversations or the reasons and with the support of the coach, you will be able to more clearly see what actions to take. “This process is important for individuals, as well as businesses, organizations and even small groups. Barriers to reaching goals come up in many different situations … think of a PTA group, a Board of Directors or even a church committee where there has been an impasse. There are tools and skills available to work through these situations with ease and they are similar to what I use with individuals.” True Colors has been in existence since 2009. Lori had been overworking for corporate America for many years. She says that her life was full but she always knew something was missing. In 2007, she found answers through a professional coach who continues to mentor and coach her on a personal and professional level. It was then that she knew her life’s calling was to support others through coaching. Lori offers personal coaching as well as seminars and workshops for businesses and organizations to enhance communication build effective teams and bring ease in times of change. She holds a Master of Science in management as well as a Bachelor of Science in business administration. Lori is on faculty at the Academy for Coaching Excellence as a licensed seminar leader and is a member of the International Coach Federation. Lori resides in Parkman Township with her husband John. To contact Lori Gorrell call 440-3914771 or e-mail lori@truecolorscc.com or truecolorscc.com.
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Many people know that to reach down to the floor, bending at the hips and knees will help prevent ‘blowing out the back,’ which can occur by bending at the back with straight knees. Here are some less known balancing skills to prevent injury. While working at a bench, table, countertop, or sink, ‘planting’ the pelvis on the edge of the counter and leaning forward is equivalent to bending the back with straight knees. Try this experiment at home. Plant the pelvis on a countertop, lean forward, and hold that position for about 20-30 seconds. Note how your low back feels – likely you will think it feels ‘normal.’ Then without looking down, back off the countertop about two inches, and bend the knees slightly. Note how the low back suddenly feels relaxed when the fulcrum (full force weight pegged to the low back) disperses between the ankles, knees, and hips as the body literally performs an energy-balancing act. Another example of balance is evident when donning pants. People often stand on one leg, hold the pants with both hands, and insert one foot and leg into the trouser. One misstep can cause a fall. A problem that occurs when falling is the instinct to hold tighter to what is in hand, meaning the hands will not help cushion the impact. It’s better to sit or lean on something, maintaining two points of contact while dressing. Everyone should know the proper way to lie down or rise out of bed. Safely performed, this requires a side posturing. Sit on the bed and with knees and hips bent, using the arms to control the act of lying down while supporting weight reduces low back stress. Getting up is in reverse order. Consider a different kind of balance during sleep that involves the neck. Do not leave one side of the neck exposed to cold or moving air – like a cool breeze from an open window or a fan or an AC unit. When one side of the neck is warm and the other side cools down, the cool side naturally tightens: cold contracts, heat expands. The nervous system increases the ‘gain’ of the cold muscle and ‘locks it in’ resulting in wry neck (head turned and neck tilted toward the tight side) or torticollis (head turned away and neck tilted toward the tight side). Chiropractors often reduce this condition in one or two adjustments – or rely on medication. I see a lot of wrenched necks in the spring and autumn when the weather changes and people fall asleep near an open window, one side of the neck exposed. I don’t know why anyone rakes leaves. I ran a lawn care business for 12 years and other than occasionally blowing leaves from difficult spots, I mulched the leaves in place. Leaf mold kills underground Japanese beetle grubs (I learned that from the building inspector). Leaves protect roots from winter frost and fertilize trees. Raking wastes time, promotes beetle growth, challenges trees, and causes back pain.
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Let’s talk about smoking and back pain. Nicotine eats cartilage and discs for lunch and contributes to osteoporosis. If you smoke, you want back pain -- you’re good for business, I won’t complain until you break bones. For a more balanced standard of living, quit smoking and use the savings to skateboard in the Grand Canyon. The ticket to back pain is simple: BLT – BendingLifting-Twisting. Think about every act that uses BLT: vacuuming, lifting the elderly, carrying an infant, getting in or out of a car, intimacy, shoveling, sports and so on. I prefer to eat a BLT not use it to visit a chiropractor. Life is better with balance and moderation in positioning, posture, working and playing, exposure to environmental conditions, sleeping, and learning to forgive yourself if you overdo something and get hurt. Often, I can help with the hurt if forgiveness is not enough. Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Road, Auburn Township. Call him at 440543-2771, or e-mail drfakadej@hotmail.com.
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Walt Merriman, the nation’s foremost wellness coach, mentor and author, has over 30 years of human health research accredited to him. He has attained extensive knowledge about the body, its design and how it works. He will share his knowledge and provide understanding about diseases, their cause and prevention as well as recommend wellness products and provide solutions for a health-filled life at a free informational meeting at D & S Farm and Garden, 4738 Gates East Road, Middlefield on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 440-693-4632 or visit the Web site www.waterdevine.com.
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Paid internships for juniors and seniors in Geauga County high schools are being offered for the summer of 2012 by six Geauga County businesses and organizations that are Members of the Geauga Growth Partnership. To apply, a student who is a junior or senior in a Geauga County high school by next summer may submit an application and supporting documentation to the Partnership by Jan. 31, 2012. Internship forms and instructions are available from guidance counselors at the County’s seven high schools or from the Partnership. Awards will be announced by midMarch. Questions about the Geauga Growth Partnership and the Internship Program may be found at www.geaugagrowth.com, by contacting info@geaugagrowth.com or by calling 440-564-1060.
Help with Cost of Prescriptions Low or no cost prescription medications will now be made available through the Northeast Ohio Drug Repository Program. This program allows unused medications that have been prescribed to a patient in a hospital or nursing facility to be donated to an Ohio pharmacy, hospital or non-profit clinic. These medications can then be given to patients meeting certain conditions and shipped directly to them. This program will significantly benefit Geauga County residents. Lake County has seen great results, helping those in need by providing thousands of dollars in medication each year that would have previously been destroyed. To qualify, individuals or families must be at or below 300 percent of poverty, be a Geauga County resident, and be able to show a drivers license or state ID. Residents with Medicaid or Medicare are eligible, however, individuals with both Medicaid and Medicare are not eligible. To find out if you qualify, call the Lake County General Health District at 440350-2056.
Home Delivered Meal Drivers Needed The Geauga County Department on Aging needs Home Delivered Meal Drivers. These volunteers, once trained, can deliver meals as little as once a month or as often as they can. Many companies and groups send individuals from their organization on a scheduled rotation. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday and routes usually take between 1.5 to 2 hours from start to finish. Only a couple hours of your time can provide a nutritious lunch for 10 to 15 homebound seniors. If you are 18 years of age or older, have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance, the Department on Aging needs your help.
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{ family } WomenSafe Resale Shoppe The WomenSafe Resale Shoppe will officially host its grand opening Jan. 27 at 12061 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland (in the Drug Mart plaza). To celebrate, store hours will be extended from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and all items will be discounted by 20 percent. Customers are invited to enjoy warm beverages and snacks, meet staff, learn about volunteer opportunities, and take a chance at winning raffle prizes. Special treats will also be available for children. The store offers clothing, furniture, and household items to the public at drastically reduced prices. Regular store hours are Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteer opportunities exist to collect, sort, display and sell. Contributions to The Resale Shoppe are tax-deductible. For information, call 440-729-2780.
Child Advocates Needed
CASA for kids of Geauga County (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is recruiting volunteers to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children involved in the juvenile court. No particular background is required, but you must be at least 25 years of age and have no criminal record. Couples may work together. Professional CASA staff provides 32 hours of pre-service training. Supervision and continuing education is also provided after appointment by the Juvenile Court to serve as Guardian ad Litem. Volunteers are needed to ensure every child has a voice in court. The next training sessions will be in March 2012. Call Chris Steigerwald at 440-279-1696 for information or to begin the application process. To learn more, visit www.geaugacasa.org.
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WomenSafe is hosting an eight week support group for female and male pre-teens (ages 7-10) who have experienced or witnessed the trauma of domestic violence in their home. The next group is scheduled to begin in January and will run Thursday evenings 6:30 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be available. It is not necessary to have used other WomenSafe services to attend. Participants will discuss safety issues, self-esteem, coping skills and relaxation techniques. Initial clinical appointment necessary. Call WomenSafe 440286-7154 extension 229 for details and location.
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Joe do?
what would By Joe Novak
Keep Buying American
In the last issue of the Middlefield Post, I listed 10 reasons to buy American; here are the next 10. These are my personal reasons and they differ from the first 10. 11. I owned a small manufacturing company that made components for the metal packaging industry, primarily for beer, beverage and food can dies. Our competitors were giant Swiss and German companies; and we outperformed them every time, on price, on quality and on delivery. I enjoy taking business away from foreign companies to this day. 12. I served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper (Airborne) and yes, I did jump out of airplanes. Those airplanes were manufactured here in the U.S. and not once did I parachute out of an airplane because it was malfunctioning, I jumped because I wanted to. Patriotism runs deep in these old bones and I am proud of it. 13. I was not born in the U.S., this is my adopted country. America has given me everything, including the right of liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I am a very grateful person because I live in the greatest country in the world. Buying American is just one way I support the American worker and the companies that employ them. 14. I like good value for my money and that is seldom bought at the lowest price. I dislike working on a project and finding the tool I bought failed me. The store will refund my money, but it has cost me an hour or two to return it and buy the better tool. Time is not only money; at my age, it is a precious commodity that I am running out of. 15. I don’t want to leave my heirs a bunch of Chinese junk after I am gone, they are expecting better than that. 16. I like the patriotic feeling I get whenever I have sought out an American
made product. It isn’t easy tracking down “Made in USA”, however it isn’t impossible. The internet is making this task easier. Google it. 17. I dislike hearing “foreign is better.” If having your hands tied behind your back while your government regulates your every move is a fair way to compete, then foreign is better, but for the foreign manufacturer only. 18. American companies compete with: lower wages, no EPA, no workman’s comp, no health insurance, no FICA, no government paperwork, no safety standards or equipment, no pollution regulations, no unions, no government oversight, Government subsidies and a manipulated currency. 19. Our own Government is one of the largest killers of American jobs with their never ending regulations and requirements. We need to start electing pro business candidates that will fight for business instead of working against it. 20. We are at a crossroad in America. One person buying American will not save us, one hundred million Americans buying American will. It all starts with one. That “one” is you, teaching your kids, your neighbors, relatives and friends that buying American is good for them and their families. To find out what Joe would do, e-mail questions to editorial@middlefieldpost. com. Joe has 20-some years experience in manufacturing and says that as a small business owner, he found that you either learn how to solve a problem yourself or pay to have it done. Joe’s articles are his opinion and are only intended as a guide. Please consult an expert when in doubt.
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Stretching during the winter months can pay a big benefit when spring arrives. The exercises that Golf Digest’s Randy Murphy uses to train PGA professionals are a great way to improve balance, club speed and body rotation. A golf club or 4-foot stick will be used to successfully complete these stretches. The first stretch is a hip extension. Put one knee on the floor and the opposite foot flat on the floor out in front. Brace the club perpendicular on the floor with arms extended. Now lunge slowly forward using the club to stabilize the movement and this will stretch your thigh, lower torso and hip muscles. Hold the forward position for 10 seconds before easing back to a neutral position. Do this about 10 times and then reverse positions so the opposite foot is out in front to stretch the opposite side. Always keep an upright torso while doing these stretches. Using the same body position move the club to the side of the lead leg. Grasp the club about shoulder high with thumb pointing down using the same hand that you have as the lead leg. Put the other hand on the club with the thumb up about 2 feet apart. With the club on the ground, push back as far as you can and hold for about 10 seconds then move back to the neutral position. Do this slowly about 10 times holding the stretched position for 10 seconds and then switch to the same position on the other side with hands reversed. This will stretch the back muscles all the way from the shoulder into the lower torso. Lastly extend the club over your head while in the same position. Keep an upright torso and rotate the club toward the lead foot. Hold for 10 seconds for 10 sets. Then switch the lead foot and rotate in the other direction. You can improve your flexibility for your golf game and for all your physical activities by stretching just a few minutes each day. Have fun. Talk to you soon.
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Sara Shininger of Geauga County Job and Family Services says th simply not exist without the generosity of so many Geauga County r Connections, a business networking group centered in Middlefield family to help throughout the holiday season. Sara Shininger rece Realty (left) and Dan Johnson from First Quality Power Place, mem Photo/Geauga Connections.
The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce celebrated Christmas at Grandview on Dec. 13. Door prizes were awarded. Chamber president, Nick Frank presented Jay Davis (top left) with a book written by local author, Naomi Mullet Stutzman; presented Tina Mooney (top right) with a decorative Christmas wreath; and awarded Gail Neikirk (bottom left) with the 50/50 raffle winnings of $65. (bottom right) Cardinaires with local author and former Cardinaire, Naomi Mullet Stutzman.
The music of the Geauga Renaissance Singers echoed through the halls of Kent State University Geauga campus on Dec. 8 as the group performed for students, faculty and staff. Old familiar songs, including “White Christmas”, “The Holly and the Ivy”, and “We Three Kings”, brought the holidays in. Directed by HIldred Tomberg, the Renaissance Singers have been together since 2006. Made up of about 26 ‘retired people who love to sing’ the group began through prompting of personnel at the Geauga Senior Center, where they practice weekly. The Christmas Concert was a part of Kent State University Geauga’s “Stress Buster Week.” Post Photo/Kent State University Geauga
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(above) The Geauga Growth Partnership hosted their monthly breakfast in the William and Margaret R. Clark Commons at the Kent State University Geauga campus on Dec. 9. Jim McClintock facilitated an informative discussion with the owners/brothers of Payne and Payne Builders Inc. (right, l-r) Christian Klein, Jim McClintock, Mike Payne, Eric Payne, and David Payne.
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I would like to revisit carbon monoxide, “The Silent Killer.” Carbon monoxide, chemical formula CO, is a by-product of combustion. It is a result of fumes from cars and trucks, small gasoline engines, stoves, lanterns, wood, charcoal, fuel oil, and natural gas heating systems. CO is colorless, odorless and can cause illness and death. One dangerous property of CO is its ability to be picked up by red blood cells more easily than oxygen. CO will replace oxygen in the blood, damaging tissue and eventually resulting in death. Symptoms of CO exposure include shortness of breath, mild nausea and mild headaches for lowlevel exposures. Moderate levels of exposure can result in severe headaches, dizziness, mental confusion, nausea and faintness. If exposure continues, unconsciousness and death are eminent. Preventative measures include proper ventilation of home heating devices including the repair of holes, cracks in mortar joints and damaged flue liners in masonry chimneys. If we advise you to take a chimney or vent system out of service it is for your own protection. Do not grill with charcoal indoors, do not run internal combustion (gasoline engines) indoors, do not heat your home with the gas oven open. Do not run vehicles in enclosed garages with doors closed or even outdoors near windows and doors for prolonged periods. Keep an eye out for unusual condensation on the walls, as this is an indication of incomplete combustion and the probable presence of CO. Have your home heating systems checked annually, especially right before the winter heating period, and get CO detectors. We recommend electric with battery back up and digital readout (about $30 to $45.) For residents who do not have electricity, get battery-powered detectors. We have CO detectors available at the fire department free of charge for Middlefield and Huntsburg residents. Our smoke and CO detectors have 10-year batteries.
Carbon monoxide detectors sound when there are elevated levels of CO or when the detector is defective. Detectors detect only CO, not natural gas, propane or smoke. We generally respond with rescue on CO alarm activations. Please advise the dispatcher of any signs or symptoms of illness so the fire and rescue personnel can protect themselves. Evacuate the residence, and leave the ventilating of the home to the firefighters. We have sophisticated metering equipment to determine CO levels or the possibility of a defective detector. We also have a meter that measures Carbon monoxide levels in affected persons. Each year 400 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning, 20,000 visit the emergency room and more than 4,000 are hospitalized. We value you as our friends, neighbors and family. Play it safe, and when in doubt, call us out. It is not an inconvenience, hesitation can be fatal. Call 440-632-1907 to get yours installed. Due to the terms of the grant that funds the dectors, we must install, so call and get on the list. We are pleased to serve you. Stay safe!
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made strides to show our pride, honor I would like to thank the Middlefield and integrity. We have grown, learned and community from the bottom of my heart. excelled together as a team and I have the When I came here seven years ago, I was highest regards for every member of the accepted with open arms. I was the “new Department. I am honored to have served kid” yet I immediately felt welcomed by with Middlefield everyone. I am so Fire Department proud of Middlefield. Chief Bill Reed, the I have coined members of the fire the term “Team department, and Middlefield” which the Ladies Auxiliary. reflected all of us as This group of safety a whole: police, fire, professionals are EMS, community wonderful. We m e m b e r s , all have grown businesses, Mayor together as a family Bill Poole, council and I am proud and everyone of each and every who supported (l-r) Residents at Briarcliff, Terry Hough, Nora one of them. I leave the team. We have Hites and Alice Harmon (not pictured) deliver the Middlefield implemented baked goodies to Edward Samec, Middlefield community only many community Village Chief of Police. Post Photo/Vicki Wilson, in presence, as it programs that will forever have a developed into Briar Hill Health Care Residence. special place in my heart. Again, I want to huge successes, and this was only possible thank the community for believing in me because of the support we had. Members and for all of your total support. of the Middlefield Police Department have accepted me as family. Together we have
From the Staff at the Middlefield Post: Chief Ed Samec has become an intregral part of the fabric of the Middlefield Community. He has been an informative, challenging and entertaining contributer to the Middlefield Post for several years. His input will be sorely missed. To his credit he instuted many valuable projects and programs in the village. The “Shop with a Cop” and “Fill-A-Police-Car” charity programs have touched many lives
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in this community. Not only do these drives help some of the struggling area families, but it also gives community members the opportunity to band together and make a difference. It is these kinds of programs that pull a community together and give neighbors a chance to really rollup their sleeves and get to know each other. Chief Ed deserves credit for implementing many safety programs in the Middlefield community, such as D.A.R.E., Helmet Smart – bicycle safety reward program, Stranger Danger, What’s Holding You Back seat belt awareness program, voucher distribution for seat belt compliance and use, You Drink & Drive You Lose Fatal Vision program, senior citizen telephone scam awareness and many, many more. He also instituted fundraisers for many of these programs. Clearly the chief not only considered managing the police force his duty, he saw that community social health and law enforcement go hand in hand. When asked about his motivation for his dedication his response was, “I wanted to give back to the community, the community that supported me.” We at the Middlefiled Post are thankful for Chief Ed Samec’s contributions as the impact of his service will continue to support our community into the future.
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Pancakes! Pancakes! Feb. 22, 4 p.m. National pancake month with stories, games, and of course, some pancakes! Adult Programs Middlefield Writer’s Group Call for Tuesday schedule, 6 to 7:30 p.m. If you hope to improve your skills, are working toward publication or need a critique of your writing, please join us. Book Discussion Call for Thursday schedule and selection. Youth Programming Mardi Gras Party Tuesday, Feb. 21, 3 p.m. Celebrate Mardi Gras with masks, king cake, and other fun Mardi Gras traditions. Write Now (Teen Writers Group) Wednesday, Feb. 8, 3 p.m. If you’re a teen who likes to write, come share your writing endeavors and get inspired at this writers’ group just for teens. Family Movie Night Friday, Feb. 10, 6:45 p.m. Enjoy popcorn, a movie and fun. Call the library for current selection. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Friends of the Burton Public Library invite the public to a Book and Art Silent Auction on Feb. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. Vintage books, prints and original works of art will be offered for sale. Refreshments will be served. Chess tournaments sponsored by Friends of the Burton Public Library will be held on Saturdays in February. The Feb. 4 tournament for students in kindergarten through fifth grade will begin at 9 a.m. The Feb. 11 tournament for students in grades six through eight will begin at 9:30 a.m. Both are expected to be completed by 1 p.m. The Feb. 18 tournament is for students in grades nine through 12 and the Feb. 25 tournament is for adults. Both will begin at 9:30 a.m. and are expected to be completed by 5 p.m. All tournaments will be Swisstype, providing each player at least four games regardless of the player’s win/loss record. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players are asked to bring their own standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Call 440-834-4466 for questions or to pre-register. The tournament is free of charge and open to all. All events will take place at Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St. on Burton Square.
Annual West Geauga Book Sale West Geauga Friends of the Library are accepting donations until March 1 for the Annual Spring Book Sale, March 7 to March 10. Donations can be dropped off at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, next to West Geauga High School during regular library hours. Funds support adult and children’s’ programs. Call 440-729-4250 for more information.
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Cardinal Local Schools and CVS Brother Surprises Siblings Brad Mast has been serving our country in Iraq since early last summer. He was able to come home on leave for a for weeks and surprised his younger brother and sister at Jordak Elementary School on Jan. 10.
On Monday, Jan. 9, the Cardinal Board of Education’s members were sworn in at the January Organizational Meeting. Standing (l-r) Ken Klima, President; Andy Sefcik. Seated (l-r) Wendy Ward, Katie Ward, Wendy Anderson. Welcome aboard, Katie and Andy!
CVS employees, with help from the community collected toys, food, Wal-mart gift cards and monetary donations to help brighten Christmas for some Cardinal families. (l-r) Superintendent Paul Yocum with Barb Wilcom and Rosemarie Roby, CVS employees (not pictured CVS store manager, Sandy Kostelnik). Thank you CVS for your continued support!
Cardinaires Perform for CIS and Jordak The staff and students at Jordak Elementary and Cardinal Intermediate School were serenaded by the Cardinaires, the CHS show choir, on Dec. 13. The high school show choir sang holiday songs, a capella songs, and sing-alongs for the students.
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Write a letter to Santa and help make wishes come true! That’s what the kids in Mrs. Becker’s library class at Jordak Elementary did this week. In addition to raising money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, students practiced their computer skills using the program Microsoft Word. They also discussed the proper format for a friendly letter. The letters were delivered to Macy’s department store. As part of their Believe campaign, Macy’s will donate $1 for each letter received to the Make-AWish Foundation, one of the world’s leading children’s charities. The Foundation grants wishes of children with life threatening medical conditions. For more information about the Make-A-Wish Foundation, visit wish.org. For more information about the Believe campaign visit the Macy’s Web site www.macys.com/believe. Jordan and Katlyn are fifth-graders in Ms. Duchscherer’s class.
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Cardinal Intermediate fourth and fifth grade classes are participating in a monthly Market Place, learning valuable skills of earning and managing money.
Winter Wonderland The students at Jordak Elementary left school on Thursday and walked into a winter wonderland!
Congratulations CMS Wrestlers On Dec. 16, the Cardinal Middle School wrestling team took first place in the Cardinal Middle School six-team duel. (back, l-r ) Coach-Brian Zeigler, Ethan Gumino, Donovan Drebus, captain-Justin Warren, Trey Houston, coach -John Mast, stat girls-Danielle Claar, Gillian Dorn, and Kylie Radmore (middle, l-r) Kyle Root, Joseph Callison, Bryn Havel, Shane Delbo, and Kyle Simms (front, l-r) mascot-Ty Zeigler, Brandon Nevison, Trent Mast, Alex Campbell, captain-Brandon Neikirk, Craig Shanower, and captain-Dominyc Karasek.
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Science at CIS Mr. Claire Zurbuch works with fifth grade students from Ms. Duchscherer’s class as they study Newton’s Second Law of Motion.
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November Students of the Month December Students of the Month (November student of the month photos courtesy of G-TV)
(December student of the month photos courtesy of Sarah Weizer and G-TV)
Samantha Gates - Senior
Mary Ribar - Junior
David Burton – Senior
Brandon Fair – Junior
What goals do you have for this school year? Keep my GPA up, be a role model, and learn all I can Describe yourself in three words? Happy, Loving, Keen What is your favorite thing about CHS? Definitely the people here. We have such a passion for learning and advancement. Everything else may fade, but I will always remember the relationships I made here. What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Going out with my youth group, meeting complete strangers and sailing What is your favorite animal? Dogs, especially beagles
What goals do you have for this school year? Maintain straight A’s Describe yourself in three words? Independent, Thoughtful, Creative What is your favorite thing about CHS? Being a part of Cardinaires What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Spending time with my family and friends What is your favorite animal? Penguin
What goals do you have for this school year? To graduate with honors What is your favorite thing about CHS? The classes Describe yourself in three words? Only three words? What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Soccer What is your favorite animal? Red panda
What goals do you have for this school year? First and most important is to do well in all of my classes, but not to lose sight of my friends who make everyday memorable What is your favorite thing about CHS? Teachers who can make decent jokes to make the class fun; and the friends I can count on no matter what! Describe yourself in three words? Caring, Hard-working, Goofy What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Talking to friends and family via text or Facebook What is your favorite animal? Wolf
Alexus Loze - Sophomore
Maria Klingensmith – Freshman
Megan Kolesar – Sophomore
Logan Schultz – Freshman
What goals do you have for this school year? To carry a great grade point average and to have a great track season! Describe yourself in three words? Ambitious, Original, Honest What is your favorite thing about CHS? The faculty, students and all the school spirit What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Vacations, horse-back riding, hanging with friends, shopping! What is your favorite animal? Turtle and Siberian tiger
What goals do you have for this school year? To maintain straight A’s and hopefully a GPA above 4.0. I want to and have maintained new friends! I always want to be of some assistance to those who need help. Describe yourself in three words? Creative, Giving, Leader What is your favorite thing about CHS? My favorite thing about CHS is how warm and welcoming the school is. There isn’t one morning without a friendly smile or meaningful “good morning”! A lot of kids who haven’t come from city, gang-crazed schools don’t realize what a great school this is. I, for one certainly do! We are a school with pride, and I am definitely proud to be a student of CHS regardless of the level of sports or even the grumpy people who try to say otherwise. What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Working with my dog for 4-H and fair judging. I do obedience, showmanship and Ralley with him. He is the best! What is your favorite animal? My dog Tucker
What goals do you have for this school year? To get an “A” in AP U.S. History What is your favorite thing about CHS? My teachers and friends Describe yourself in three words? Silly, Bubbly, Thoughtful What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Going shopping What is your favorite animal? Fish
What goals do you have for this school year? Pass the school year with A’s and B’s What is your favorite thing about CHS? The teachers and staff Describe yourself in three words? Funny, Smart, Athletic
Important Dates to Remember Jan. 25 Feb. 1 Feb. 2 Feb. 17 Feb. 20
Grades K-5 report cards hand-carried home Grades K-5 “Pennies for Patients” drive begins MS Conferences (3-9 p.m.) **By appointment only** Jordak/CIS Conferences (4-10 p.m.) NO SCHOOL NO SCHOOL – Presidents’ Day
What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Hanging out with friends What is your favorite animal? Turtle
French Club Dines Out The French club went out for dinner at the Petit Triangle restaurant on Fulton Road in Cleveland on Monday, Dec. 12. Everyone enjoyed escargot, soup, salad with goat cheese, sandwiches, quiche and crepes. Everyone had a great time! The CHS French club advisor is Madame Jennifer Smith.
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Jan. 27: Relay For Life Kick-Off Rally Free and open to the public. There will be free food, music, speakers, raffles, team fund-raisers, and literature from the ACS on Relay and ACS services. 6-8 p.m., inside court area of Harrington Square, Route 87, Middlefield.
Stay ”Posted” at www.middlefieldpost.com Jan. 28, Feb. 4 & 11: Paint a Garden Stone for Your Valentine Grandma’s Garden will be offering “Paint Your Own” classes. Class size is limited to six, so get your reservation in early. With over 120 molds, we are sure you can find just the perfect one. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Berkshire East Plaza, 15065 Kinsman Road, Middlefield, 440-477-0782. Jan. 29, Feb. 12, 19 & 26: Pancake and Sausage Breakfast 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 14052 Goodwin St., Burton. Contact Ron, 440-343-1478. $8 adults, $5 kids. Feb. 1: Consumer Connection Early Registration Deadline Reserve your table for this “Business After Hours” event to bring awareness of your company to the Geauga County buying
public. Early registration saves $10. Bag and prize sponsors needed. 4-7:30 p.m. on May 9, Kent State University Geauga Campus, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton. Contact Brian Brockway 440-834-1853. Feb. 4: Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market Organizational Meeting The Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market needs farmers of produce, meats, fruits, artisanal breads, crackers and prepared foods, wholesale or retail, for 2012 season. Interested participants are invited to attend the organizational meeting. OSU Extension Office - Patterson Center on the Geauga Fairgrounds, 14269 Claridon Troy Road, Burton. Meeting starts at 9 a.m. Market runs from May 19 until early October at the corner of Route 306 (Chillicothe Road) and Bell Street. 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays, rain or shine.
Feb. 4: Troy Township Contra Dance Contra is an energetic folk dance. Old time tunes played by Real Deal String Band. No need for prior dance experience. Introductory dance lesson 6:30 p.m. Contra Dance 7:30-10:30 p.m. Troy Community House, 13950 Main Market Road (Route 422), Burton (44021). Contact Will Craig 216-316-0068 or willrcraig@gmail.com. Visit www.neohiocontradance.org. Admission $8 adults, $5 students, $25 family, children under 6 free. Feb. 5: Huntsburg Grange Souper Bowl Sunday Lunch Eat in or take out. Six-inch subs $5, quart of soup $4, bowl of soup $1.25. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Huntsburg Town Hall, corner Routes 528 and 322. To order, call 636-5517 and leave call back phone number or e-mail. Feb. 6: Private Pesticide Applicators License Training for Growers This training prepares individuals to take the certification test to obtain restricted use pesticides. $35 fee includes the CORE manual, workbook, handouts, and refreshments. 1-4:30 p.m. Patterson Center on Burton Fairgrounds, 14373 N. Cheshire St. Call 440-834-4656 to register. Feb. 7: GCRTA Luncheon The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will meet at 11:15 a.m., business meeting at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon. Geauga County Library Administration Center, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon. $10 includes a $1 donation to the Grantin-Aid Fund. Make reservations by Jan. 30 with Terry Rossiter, 9076 Wyandot Road, Chesterland, OH 44026, 440-729-9251. Make check out to: GCRTA. The association welcomes persons who were employed by a school district anywhere in the United States. Contact Jean Paine, 440-286-4992. Feb. 8: Geauga Growth Partnership Forum for Geauga County Businesses “Power Quality in Geauga County”workshop. This business-led organization works for economic growth and job retention and creation in Geauga County. Breakfast served at 7:30 a.m. Program begins at 8 a.m. Punderson State Park Manor Lodge, 11755 Kinsman Road, Newbury (44065.) For reservations, 440-564-1060 or e-mail info@ geaugagrowth.com.
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Feb. 11: Introduction to Ice Fishing Phil Hillman, fish management supervisor from ODNR introduces tackle and techniques for angling through ice. Outdoor demonstration if ice conditions allow. 1011:30 a.m. Swine Creek Reservation Lodge, 16004 Hayes Road, Middlefield. Call 800-5364006 or e-mail info@geaugaparkdistrict.org. Feb. 11: “Sweethearts” Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner and support the American Cancer Society. 4-7 p.m. Take-out available. Claridon Congregational Church, corner of Claridon Troy Road and Mayfield Road (Route 322.) Contact Cancer Cure-Aider Chair Teresa Runion, 440-834-0502 or teresarunion@ hotmail.com. $9 adults, $4 under 8 years old. Advanced tickets available at Newbury Printing Co., corner of Routes 44 and 87. Feb. 13: Farmington Community Festival Call for Volunteers Farmington Village Hall, 6:30 p.m. 251 Fourth St., West Farmington (44491). Volunteers will meet the second Monday of each month to plan festival for July 26, 27 and 28. Call John Spelich, 330-889-3666 or 330-219-3698.
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Jan. 25: Parkman Congregational Church’s Free Meal Church members will serve kielbasa and sauerkraut, beverages, rolls and dessert in the church social hall. All are welcome. 5-6:30 p.m. 18255 Madison Road, Parkman (44080). For information, call 440-548-4829. Jan. 27: God Shares a Meal A free meal to celebrate First United Methodist Church’s 19th anniversary. All are welcome. Menu includes spaghetti with meat or meatless sauce, salad, garlic bread, birthday cake and beverages. 4-6:30 p.m. 14999 South State Ave., one block south of Route 87, Middlefield. For information, call the church at 440-632-0480. Feb. 11: Valentine’s Day Dinner Homemade chicken cordon bleu, choice of soup, gourmet salad, seasoned redskins and carrots and dessert. 4-7 p.m. Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 4780 Mayfield Road, East Claridon (44033), For information, call 440-635-4744.
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Jo Ann Benner, 62, of Middlefield, passed away Dec. 6, 2011 at Burton Health Care Center in Burton. She was born on Nov. 23, 1949 in Newport, Tenn., to Vernel and Virginia (Harold) Johnson. She was a resident of the Middlefield area for 26 years and married to Charles C. Benner 19 years before he died in 2003. Jo Ann was employed at Burton Health Care for 14 years. Her hobbies were collecting pigs and crocheting. She won many awards at The Great Geauga County Fair with her crochet items. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family; two sons, John (Amanda) Linton of Phoenix, Ariz. and James Linton of Middlefield; three siblings, Darlene (Woody) Burton of West Farmington, Roger (Terrie) Johnson of Hemphill, Texas, and Nancy Liebenguth of Medina; her companion, Donald Bigner of Middlefield; numerous nieces and nephews; and her dear lifetime friends, Marilyn Roth of Avon Lake and Wilma Coblentz of Middlefield. She is preceded in death by her husband and her parents.
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Landon “Randy� Bond, 85, of Madison, formerly of Middlefield, died Dec. 19, 2011 at his home. He was born on Aug. 24, 1926 in Mentor, son of Lysle and Susan (Whitting) Bond. After graduating from Heights High School, he served in the U.S. Navy, 1944-1946 in the Pacific Theatre. Landon retired from Huntington National Bank in Middlefield where he was a branch manager. He was a lifetime member and past president of East Geauga Kiwanis. His hobbies included bowling and fishing. He will be missed dearly by his friends and family; his son Curtis (Dana) Bond of Madison; his daughter Christy (Ken) Cvetic of Ravena, N.Y.; grandson Eric of Salt Lake City, Utah and great granddaughter Macey. He is preceded in death by his parents. Nancy J. Collins, 74, of Newbury died Jan.15, 2012 at UH Geauga Medical Center in Chardon. She was born Oct. 8, 1937 in Cleveland, daughter of Clarence and Eva (Panenen) Johnson. Nancy was a graduate of Newbury High School in 1955 and married Elmer E. Collins on Oct. 24, 1959. They were married 51 years before he died Aug. 15, 2011. They are “together again.� She lived most of her life in the area and also lived six years in Florida. Nancy was a property manager for different complexes in the area; loved to read and spend time with her family. She will be missed by her friends and loving family; two daughters, Cathy (Dan) Bushek of Newbury and Suzi (Bernie) Fronzaglio of Howland; 18 grandchildren, Amanda, Robyn, Tom, Matt, Katie, Kim, Shawna, Chelsey, Heather, Rachael, Angel, Dominic, Branden, Jordan, Angelo, Luca, BJ, and Ryanne; and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Elmer E. Collins in 2011; her son Jeffrey Collins in 2010; and her daughter Kelley Seufer in 2006. Ina Norton Ford, 91, of Burton, passed away Dec. 7, 2011 at UH Geauga Medical Center in Chardon. She was born March 31, 1920 in Rock Creek, Ohio, daughter of Jesse B. and Sadie (Smith) Norton. She was a graduate of Austinburg High School. On July 3, 1964, Ina married Robert B. Ford and was a resident of the Burton area for many years. She retired as Chief Deputy Clerk of Probate and Juvenile Court in Chardon. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family; her husband Robert B. Ford; two sons, Thomas (Anna) Ford of University Hts., and Robert (Emily) Ford of Moreland Hills; four grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and her brother James Norton of Painesville. She is preceded in death by her parents. Ethlyn Mae Lucht, 82, of West Chester, Ohio went “home to be with Jesus� Dec. 19, 2011 at Hospice of Cincinnati in Blue Ash, Ohio. She was born, at home, on Sept. 4, 1929 in Painesville, the oldest daughter of Hugh and Martha (Sperry) Joiner. After graduating from Middlefield High School she married Howard Lucht on June 18, 1949. They were married 62 years and lived in this area before moving to North Carolina upon retirement. Seven and a half years ago they moved to West Chester. Ethlyn was a housewife and mom. Her favorite hobby was being an accomplished artist in oil painting. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family. Her survivors are her beloved husband Howard Lucht; three daughters, Jeanette (Dave) Nevinski of Leavittsburg, Ohio, Gayle (Del) Southwell of Mancelona, Mich., and Joyce Lucht of West Chester, Ohio; her brother, Philip (Frances) Joiner of Tenn.; two sisters, Phyllis (Jack) Sturm of Cleveland, Ga., and Nina (Gary) Shipman of Middlefield; seven grandchildren, Jason Southwell of San Pedro, Belize, Steven Southwell and Jonathan Southwell of Mancelona, Mich., Sonja Gavitt of McDonald, Ohio, Clarisa Hicks of Columbia, Tenn., David Nevinski of Cleveland, Ohio, and Melissa Lucht of West Chester, Ohio; and nine great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and her son Howard Mitchell Lucht. She was laid to rest in Middlefield Cemetery. Ruth Baird McConnell, 90, of Middlefield was born March 1, 1921 in Parkman, to Forrest S. and Mabelle L. Linsley Baird. She graduated from Parkman High School in 1939 and Flora Stone Mather College (now part of Case Western Reserve University) in 1943 with a BS Degree in Home Economics. She married John S. McConnell December 11, 1942 and worked as manager of several Cleveland, junior high cafeterias until her husband came home from WW II in 1945. They moved to Middlefield in 1946 and had six sons. In 1968 she again used her degree as director of food services at Orange Board of Education for five years, until retirement in 1981. Ruth was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Middlefield, the Progressive Music Club, and Geauga Home Economists. Before her husband died in 1992, they spent their winters in Wickenburg, Ariz. and also wintered in Sarasota, Fla. Ruth leaves six sons, Barry (Nicki) of St. Charles, Ill., Michael of Bradenton, Fla., James (Lisa) of Mesopotamia, Daniel of Perry, Paul (Renee) of Hubbard, and Thomas (Helen) of Brooksville, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. Per her wishes, Ruth will be cremated and buried during this coming summer at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. with her husband, John. Online condolences at www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com
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“Family Owned & Managed”
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Mona Seeks Loving Home Mona looks as pretty as can be in her Christmas collar. Who can resist those big beautiful eyes? Mona is about 2 years old, spayed, vaccinated and has tested negative for leukemia/FIV. She is very outgoing, has a great personality and would be happiest as the only pet in her new home. Mona was rescued after suffering a bite wound to her leg from a coyote attack. To meet Mona, contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue at 440-474-9721 or deptola.Kathy@ gmail.com.
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Gorgeous hardwood floors in the large living rm w/fp & also in formal dining rm. Home also features on the 1st flr an office/den, full bath & eat-in kit. The 2nd flr has a full bath & 3 bdrms (master has huge closet), basement with rec area, laundry, 3rd full bath & unofficial 4th bdrm...Bainbridge for only $1,750/mo
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GREAT WOODED VIEW This unique 2 bdrm home has approx 2000sqft living space on 3.37 acres w/woods, a swimming pond, awesome sun room w/ walls of windows & highvaulted ceiling... no pets or smokers please....$950/mo in Huntsburg
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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
MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE Choice of 2 homes: 3 bdrm w/old time charm & garage w/walk-up loft for $950/mo OR a 4 bdrm w/ HUGE master & 2 car garage for $1,200/mo
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ROLLING ACRES WITH A STREAM This is a great place to build at the edge of town in Burton Village...2.53acres with woods. AURORA/MANTUA HOME FOR SALE 3bdrm/2 bath ranch home w/ 1309sqft on the main flr & a partially-finished basement. Also included on the 2.6 rolling acres is an att garage + a 64x32 outbuilding w/220 electric...Crestwood schools.
GARAGES / WAREHOUSES & A FACTORY FOR LEASE *Bainbridge-1185sqft Garage *Middlefield-2000-4560sqft Garage w/12’door
For Sale or For Lease 10,200sqft on 5+ acres. For Lease 6,860sqft office/retail/ assembly w/dock.
For Sale 56,908sqft Former factory on 5+acres. For Sale 22,980sqft Factory on 13.61 to 29.57 acres.
*Burton-3000sqft Office or Retail w/ warehouse *Middlefield-1677sqft office/retail in plaza *Orwell-1700sqft office/retail on Rt 322
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*Burton Village location-Combo-Retail & Residential *Middlefield-6 unit fully-occupied plaza
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14430 Main Market Rd.(Rt. 422) • Burton
Large 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments No Pets South Wood ApArtmentS 8140 South Wood Dr. • Garrettsville • 330 527-4150 www.southwoodapts.com
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Bosler Bros. supply 16011 Madison Rd., (St. Rt. 528) Middlefield • 440-632-0088 Monday-Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-Noon
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Peaceful location in the country! Lots of exercise and personal attention! Climate controlled for your pet’s comfort! Reasonable rates and multi-pet discounts!
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18144 Claridon-Troy Road (St. Rte. 700), Parkman 440.834.0260
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Free Estimates – Insured Scale hrs: M-F 7:30-4:15; Sat 7:30-2:45 • 13862 Old State Rd., Middlefield
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