MP02132013 by Scott Jones

VOL. 7 NO. 10

Feb. 13, 2013

SPECIAL BRIDAL SECTION INSIDE Inside This Issue ...

Leadership “Health and Safety Day” By Maureen Kline

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“Out ‘N’ About” Pages 12-13

Vote for Your Favorite Snowman Page 18

Plain Country Section Inside

Leadership Geauga Class 2013 members, (l-r) Laura Marsic, Maureen Kline, John Kolar, Tish Kilfoyle, Bert Diehl and Matt Detweiler climb aboard the ambulance at Munson Fire Department. and communication during a disaster. There is a boardroom linked in where all the county and state representatives are given posts and computers/phone for communication and commands to the various stations that intervene during a disaster. It is truly amazing how they collectively come together to inform the public, their fellow police, fire, utilities and government to integrate and deploy the disaster relief efforts. Then it was off to my home away from home, UH Geauga Medical Center. This hospital is where I work at selling my

products to the incredible care providers, clinicians and physicians. Lou Ann Marx met us at the emergency room. Our classmate Mike Dutton had a mock heart attack during our visit at the DES. He was met and treated by the Munson Fire Department who transported him to the ED department at the UH Geauga campus. Lou Ann greeted the class and led us into the ED where Mike was being treated for his Mock Heart attack. We met a renowned cardiovascular surgeon who explained medical interventions and the Continued on page 5

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eadership Geauga’s “Integrating Health, Safety and Prevention” day was a real learning experience as well as a familiar friend. I have been involved professionally in most aspects of the day throughout my medical sales career. The day started with our first stop in my town, at the Munson Fire Department. Chief Mark S. Lynn and his amazing staff toured us through the proper use of a fire extinguisher, had us trained on the proper protocol PSS and had us put out a mock fire. We then learned from his staff that firefighting is a personal calling; these professionals are driven to take rigorous training and testing. They are paramedics in addition to being firefighters. Munson supports these courageous men through our generous support by passing levies. The levies pay for all the equipment and vehicles. They are equipped with state of the art “jaws of life” for rescue from car accident to the advanced technology invasive bone drill that enables them to start an IV and can be administered when they cannot start an IV due to poor veins. These are equipped on the EMS first responder vehicles. Our next stop was jaw dropping, at the Department of Emergency Services, led by Dale Wedge. I never knew these command centers existed beyond the movies. We practiced a mock emergency, Perry Nuclear disaster and how the DES responds. There are approximently 16 computer stations, each responsible for its own intervention

Berkshire Students “Read for Relief”

r. Brent Gardner a teacher at Berkshire Elementary School challenged his english/language arts students to do something other than waste away their Christmas holidays. He suggested they “Read for Relief.” Taking this challenge seriously, the students from grades three through six earned $3,400 by enlisting sponsors and reading thousands of pages. Themoney was donated to the American Red Cross and designated for Hurricane Sandy relief. These students shared some of their thoughts about this experience. Matthew P. said, “I got really excited once it started. It was fun to help people. I like to read, so it was Continued on page 2

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Berkshire Kids “Read for Relief” Continued from page 1 easy to help people. $3,400 dollars will make a big impact.” “I like to read, so I thought it was fun. I also thought it was challenging because I kept pushing myself to read further so I could earn more money. A lot of kids read for it and a lot of people pledged and showed they cared.” said Morgan S. Hannah K. said, “I love the fact that such little things can make such big differences. I think “Reading for Relief” was a great idea. Just the fact that elementary students in Ohio can help families on the east coast recover is impressive. No one would guess that reading could change people’s lives. I’m so glad that I could participate!” “I really like how everyone did this, donating money that they could spend on something, and giving it to the Red Cross for victims of Hurricane Sandy,” said Kaitlin M. Nice job, Berkshire students, $3,400 will help a lot of hurting families. (photo on cover) The students holding the check were the highest money earners, Nathan Maglott, Alex Bates, Evan McDermott and Elijah Ray. Third grade: Kelsea Adams, Hayden Semler, Ian Martin, Elijah Ray, Georgia Lillibridge, Skylar Frieling and Jude Connors. Fourth grade: Alexis Byler, Evan McDermott and Sam Starr. Fifth grade: Alex Bates, Erica Emig, Matthew Politzer, Anne Reed, Nathen Reznor, Madison Romask and Morgan Scott. Sixth grade: Stephen Chase, Emily Dingman, Lauren Evans, Hannah Keough, Nathan Maglott, Stormy McClellan, Sam McClintock, Kaitlyn McFadden, Katrina Ostrander, Shannon Valerio and Dominic Zagara.

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Advertiser Index Agape Christian Academy..........................14 AJ&J Roll-Off Containers.............................16 B & K Salvage...................................................11 Best Funeral Home........................................14 Birth Right........................................................05 Bosler Bros. Supply.......................................16 Burton Automotive Service & Tire...........04 Burton Health Care.......................................13 C. A. Miller Custom Woodworking..........17 C&B Recycling.................................................03 Caldwell Tax Service.....................................23 Cold Nose Companions..............................11 Country Bird Café..........................................21 D&L Flooring...................................................16 D&S Farm & Garden Supply.......................07 Darci’s Dog Grooming.................................22 Dutch Country Restaurant.........................20 El Hombre Barber Shop...............................07 El Patron Mexican Grill & Cantina............08 Frank Agency, Inc (The)...............................03 Geauga Credit Union...................................15 Geauga Park District.....................................17 Geauga Vision.................................................09 Great Day Child Care Learning Center...19

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In This Issue ... Special Health Section A Look Back in Time.................................... 03 Middlefield Village Updates...................... 04 Reading Room.............................................. 11 Out ‘N’ About.......................................... 12-13 Pathways to Faith........................................ 15

Church Events.............................................. 15 Cardinal Local Schools................................ 18 Community Calendar.................................. 21 Classifieds..................................................... 22

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Bridal Section Avon Cleaners.................................................03 Chips and Salsa..............................................04 Chow Down.....................................................03 Compliments for Hair...................................07 Crossroads Country Café............................07 Crossroads Dance Studio............................05 Fred Astaire......................................................05 Hershberger’s Housewares........................03 Hill Hardware..................................................06 John’s Photography......................................06 Let’s Go Travel.................................................04 Mary Yoders Amish Restaurant.................05

Middlefield Cheese Company..................06 New Direction Photography.....................04 Newbury Printing & More..........................02 Shetler Printing..............................................05 St. Mary’s Church, Chardon........................03 Studio For Hair................................................07 Susan Kawalec Taddie, Realtor.................07 Tanglewood Club..........................................02 Watson’s 87 Furniture...................................06 Welshfield Inn................................back cover White House Chocolates.............................02

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a look back in By Rick Seyer

This is a photo of Middlefield’s first and only movie theater. It was located where Linda’s Restaurant and Sparrow Christian Bookshop are now located. Notice, on the marquee, the theater was advertising a “Bank Night”. Bank Night was a form of lottery used to promote the film industry. It started in the1930s, when the Great Depression made some consumers reluctant to spend money on frivolities like movies. On Bank Night, people could go to the theater and put their names in for a lottery of prizes. Technically, no purchase was necessary, but many people did buy movie tickets, especially since Bank Night events often took place during intermission. As names were pulled, people had to hustle up to the stage in a certain amount of time to claim their prizes or risk forfeiting them. Prizes ranged from consumer goods to cash. This photo was probably taken in 1952.

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This is the south side of East High Street when it was known as Elm Street. Shown are the main businesses of the 1930s and 1940s. The first three stores were grocery stores competing side by side. The first store was an I. G. A. grocery store, next was an Atlantic and Pacific grocery store, also know as an A & P store and next is a Kroger grocery store. The town was sure different back then. We had on-street parking right in front of every store. Judging by the looks of some of the cars, I would guess this photo was taken sometime in the late 1930s.

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By Mayor Ben Garlich As reported in my last article, the foundation has been laid and 2013 will be an exciting year of activity. All committees have been working on major initiatives and events. The P & Z (Planning and Zoning) committee at their last meeting reviewed and approved three new requests for expansion in the Village. Middlefield Village Council just passed and is forwarding a petition for annexation to the county commissioners for incorporation of a strip center and additional land for industrial development. This is the first Village expansion in many years and was made possible by Middlefield Township, Cardinal School District and Middlefield Village working in a spirit of cooperation to make this a reality. I appreciate the support of all. The EDC (Economic Development Committee) is working on additional ways to market this Village and these initiatives will continue to set us apart. The current areas of focus are regional storm water control, enhancing the entrances to our Village and additional plans for outside promotion. All council committees have taken the auditors recommendations and are implementing those that have merit. The Village service crew has been extremely busy handling the elements and doing an outstanding job. The police are working with local school leaders and organizations improving the security of all Cardinal schools. They have laid out a footprint for improvement and are implementing that plan. The Middlefield Fire Department has reviewed and updated the Emergency Recovery Plan for Middlefield Village and identified areas that need to be addressed. We will be working together to ensure that all are prepared. The M.A.C (Middlefield Activity Committee) committee is planning events for the year. The first will be the Memorial Day tribute and I know they are working on building a patriotic float. They will be encouraging children to decorate bikes and join in the parade. The second annual Shred Day will be June 7 and open to all Village businesses and residents. Last year, they shredded 10,000 lbs. of paper and filled the truck to maximum capacity. This year’s Middlefield Summer Fest is being planned in collaberation with the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce to create a 1-day enjoyable event that will include parade, food, attractions and conclude with fireworks in the downtown area. The Village administrative staff has been closing the books for 2012 and monitoring budgets for 2013. I thank each employee, committee member and elected official for their dedication and energy to maintain and move this Village forward. The Village has installed a new electronic sign in front of Village Hall. I feel this will be a valuable communication tool and will keep residents apprised of meetings and events. I encourage you to visit our Web site www.middlefieldohio.com to view meeting schedules, minutes, upcoming events, photos and signup for the Village e-newsletter. I also encourage you to shop local as the amenities we all desire only remain when they receive sufficient support.

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(l-r) Dr. Jim Millet, Cardinal Middle School principal; Brandon Gray, Middlefield Police officer; Mr. Ron Wiech, Middlefield Council member; Mr. Carl Hornung, Middlefield Council member; Mr. Bill Blue, Middlefield Council member; Ben Reed, Middlefield senior firefighter/ trustee; Middlefield Fire Chief Bill Reed; Middlefield Police Chief Arnold Stanko; Mr. Paul Yocum, Cardinal School superintendent; Mr. Jim Baker, Huntsburg Township trustee; Mrs. Alanna Hruska, Jordak Elementary principal; Mr. James Howard, Cardinal High School principal and Sheriff Dan McClelland holding Midge, Geauga County Sheriff’s Department.

Cardinal School Safety Meeting On Thursday, Jan. 24, a public school safety meeting was held in the Cardinal Middle School Cafetorium. During this meeting Cardinal superintendent, Mr. Paul Yocum provided information as to the safety/security measures in place in the Cardinal Schools. Middlefield Police Chief Arnold Stanko outlined additional measures. For more information go to http:// middlefieldohio.com/village-photo-galleries.

Middlefield Recreation Programs Recreational Indoor Soccer Grades Pre-K through second - Fee: $20VR/$30NR (Village resident, non-resident) Register by Feb. 22. Open format program in which kids improve their soccer foot skills through skill development drills playing in an indoor soccer game. Focus will be on having fun, developing and improving skills, and increasing confidence. Thursdays, March 7 to April 11 (Five sessions, no session on March 28) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Location TBA. Instructors are parent volunteers. Adult Men’s Basketball Open Gym Ages 18 and up. Play friendly, pick-up basketball in a supervised gym. Tuesdays 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Cardinal Middle School, 16175 Almeda Drive in Middlefield. March 5 to April 30. No sessions March 12 and 26. $3 per open gym. Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Ages 18 and up. $45 per person. Must register a team of four or more by March 1. Money is due at registration. Standard volleyball rules and rally scoring will be used. Games are selfofficiated. Four to six teams. March 18 to April 29. Eight regular season games and a modified Round Robin Tournament. Game times: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15. All games are double-headers. Cardinal Middle School. Team packets will be available for pick up March 15.

{ health } Leadership “Health and Safety Day” Continued from page 1 technology they have to save lives. Munson fire department has technology that can transmit a patient’s EKG for diagnosis on their way to the ED. UH Geauga built a new interventional cath lab and can treat and administer care upon arrival into the ED based on the incoming patients EKG. They demonstrated a live catheterization that saved a patient’s life based on his incoming EKG. Technology saves lives right here in Geauga County! We met Steve Jones, COO, during a delicious lunch and he explained all the renovations and improvements that we have minutes from our homes. We no longer need to make the big trek downtown to receive state-of-the-art cancer treatment. They have built a cancer-care center and are in the process of expanding their services for Geauga and surrounding residents. It is a one-of-a-kind medical care center right in our own backyard! Maureen Kline, a Leadership Geauga 2013 class member, is a medical sales representative with Arizant Healthcare.

A Healthy, Safe Afternoon By Lori Gorrell It was an action-packed afternoon for the Leadership Geauga Class of 2013! Keeping with the theme of Health and Safety, we arrived at the Safety Center to see a transport bus from Homeland Security and this put the class in detective mode. Once inside, we found out that the Geauga County Safety Center houses immigrants that are being held until they are sent back to their home country. It turns out that this is a nice revenue stream for the county. Between renting space in the jail to Homeland Security and Cuyahoga County, the real estate foreclosure operations, and the safety/emergency calls, this Merritt Road location is a busy place. Back on the bus, Judge Terri Stupica shared facts with the class about opiate use in Geauga County and said that we can’t ignore what is happening because it really is

Pulling for Austin Burton’s 15-year-old Austin Hunt has a life threatening form of cancer called “T” Cell Lymphoma. A pasta dinner will be held Feb. 16 at the Middlefield Market Pavilion with raffles, side boards, dinner and a silent and Chinese auction to help defray medical expenses. Monetary and item donations are now being accepted. A bank account in Austin’s name has been set up at The Middlefield Banking Company. To donate auction items, or sponsor a side board, call Stephanie, 440-321-9122. For monetary donations, call Mike, 440-313-2813 or visit The Middlefield Banking Company.

here and it is affecting our youth at increasing rates. When the bus stopped, we were at The Burton Volunteer Fire Department for a hands-on experience. Two groups were formed. The first group got an up-close and personal tour of the fire and emergency vehicles, but the other was put to task and suited up in full gear, including a 60-pound oxygen tank. The suited class members were then given a brief yet helpful lesson and blindfolded. They were told to use what they had just learned, find the cadet in the mock burning house and pull him to safety in three minutes. Have you ever noticed that firehouses have workout rooms? It’s no wonder because these men and women have to have a tremendous amount of strength and skill to do their job. They also require a great deal of business sense when it comes to fundraising and grant writing as this particular fire department is owned by members, not funded by tax dollars. The final stop on the journey was the YMCA at the intersection of Mayfield and Bass Lake Roads. Part of the class was whisked away to a quiet room for a chair yoga class, which is not as easy as it may sound. It was nice to unwind, relax the kinks from being suited up in fire-gear. Then we were up and back in the game as we toured the phenomenal YMCA facility that has so much to offer right here in our backyard. The energy was high at the ‘Y’ on this late Friday afternoon with many in the workout room keeping their new year resolutions, kids coming in for their basketball game and a youth swimming team going strong in the pool. It really is a place that has something for everyone. I pass these places frequently and have never taken the time to become acquainted with what they do to serve our community. After a Leadership Geauga day I’m always excited to share with others the details of what goes into making Geauga County tick. Lori L. Gorrell, ACC is a Certified Professional Coach and a Licensed Academy Trainer (Academy for Coaching Excellence). Call her at True Colors Coaching and Consulting 440391-4771 or visit www.truecolorscc.com.

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{ health } Middlefield Senior Center Events Feb. 13: Geauga Parks 11 a.m. Co-existing with Coyotes program. Feb. 13: Health Talk with Ron at noon. Ron from Quest for Health will speak. Feb. 22: Quilt Show 2013 at 10 a.m. Bus to Lake Farmparks annual Quilt Show. View quilts and have lunch at J & J Café. $5 plus cost of lunch. RSVP by Feb. 12. Feb. 25: Monthly Breakfast 9 a.m. Strawberries and cream French toast, scrambled eggs and more. $3 per person, paid that day. RSVP by Feb. 18. Feb. 26: Spa Day 10 a.m. Manicures, pedicures and toenail clippings at a reduced senior price. Call for appointment and current price list. Feb. 27: Ceramics 9 a.m. Call for this month’s project and cost. No experience necessary and all supplies provided. Feb. 27: UH Geauga Medical Center’s Community Outreach will present Heart Health and Stroke Risk Assessments. 11 a.m. Call for 15-minute individual assessments. Weekly Programming: Pinochle: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 to 11:30 a.m. Open to anyone who wants to play. Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Dr., Middlefield (440) 632-0611 Breakfast and Chair Volleyball Friday, Feb. 8 at Chagrin Falls Center 9a.m. $3 for breakfast. Chair Volleyball: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 p.m. Tuesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. Chair Exercises: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. Arthritis-based exercises open to anyone. Bingo: Wednesday, 1 p.m. Guest callers and special prizes throughout the month. Beginner Classes: Chair Volleyball: Tuesday, 1 p.m. Pinochle: everyday 10 a.m. Note: Middlefield Senior Center will be closed Feb. 18 for Presidents’ Day. Middlefield Senior Center is located at 15820 Ridgewood Drive (44062).

Free Nutrition Health Seminar at D & S Farm and Garden 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. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited, registration required. For more information call 440-693-4632 or visit the Web site www.waterdevine.com.

Attention Tax Paying Seniors Tax assistance will be available to seniors sixty years of age and older at the Geauga County Department on Aging’s MultiPurpose Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive. The Department on Aging offers this service by appointment from Feb. 4 through April 10. Tax assistance will be completed by a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) trained and certified person using the electronic e-filing method. Volunteers will need two forms of

identification from each taxpayer who is receiving tax assistance; one must be a photo identification (passport, U.S. drivers license, state identification card, military identification card, etc.). The second can be an original or a copy of your social security card, ITIN card or letter, if applicable. Also bring your 2011 tax return for comparison. To schedule an appointment for tax assistance, call 440-279-2130, 440-564-7131 extension 2130, or 440-834-1856 extension 2130, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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{ health } Food Combinations and Your Health By Dr. Dave Fakadej Few nutritionists discuss food combinations. Food combinations are not the same as food combining. Food combining is a general strategy for eating categories of food. One example of food combining is do not eat sweets or fruits in the same meal with meat. Meat requires 2 hours in a high acid environment (stomach) to digest. Fruits move through the stomach within 20 minutes. Mixing sweets with meats can cause one of two possible problems. First, everything moves through in 20 minutes, and second, the intestines can’t handle incompletely digested meat resulting in digestive distress. Everything digests in 2 hours. The intestines do not ‘appreciate’ over digested putrefied fruit resulting in digestive distress. Food combinations are altogether different and unique to each person. There are good food combinations and bad food combinations. I offer my personal example. I can consume rice, oranges, buckwheat, apples and coffee; individually, none of these foods provoke bad reactions within my body. I can’t eat marshmallows because within 2 hours of eating half a bag, my ankles swell up and the skin hangs over the sides of my shoes. I have no pain or discomfort and I would not know of the swelling except by looking at my ankles when I remove my shoes. However, if I consume marshmallow nutty flax squares like Rice Crispy treats, I can eat an equivalent one bag of marshmallows with no ankle swelling. This is a good food combination in that it is possible to eat a

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problem food in combination with another food and experience no reaction. Another term for this is a good synergy combination of food that is otherwise bad for me. For bad food combinations, simultaneously consuming two foods that normally pose no problem, a bad reaction occurs. If I eat rice and oranges within 2 hours of each other, I will bloat, become groggy, have foul gas, etc. If I have rice with coffee I develop severe hypoglycemia within 1 hour. If I eat buckwheat or rhubarb (both in the buckwheat family) with apples or strawberries (both in the rose family), I develop diarrhea and fatigue within 30 minutes. Strawberry-rhubarb pie or buckwheat pancakes with applesauce are not good for me. Another term for this is a bad synergy combination of food that is otherwise good for me. Agree with it or not, food is a chemical. Food chemicals are nature’s products as opposed to chemical additives or pharmaceutical chemicals. Chemicals are chemicals, regardless of manufacturer. In your body, chemical combinations may be good or bad and are unique to each person’s body chemistry. No two people share the same chemical combination reaction. This is the problem with nutritional regimens like Weight Watchers, Bible, South Beach, Paleo, Vegan, Atkins, etc. as well as prescription drugs and processed food from the grocery. None of them considers the uniqueness of every person. This is why one drug works well for some people and reacts badly for others. Food (chemical) combination reactions are impossible to test. You have to know your body. Your health requires your participation. You cannot expect someone else to solve chronic health deficits. Health care providers should listen to you as much as you should listen to your body. Health is a cooperative effort. Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Road, Auburn Township. Call him at 440-543-2771, or e-mail drfakadej@hotmail. com.

U H Geauga Trauma Center University Hospital’s Geauga Medical Center has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical Services, as a provisional adult Level III trauma center that can ensure around-the-clock assessment, resuscitation, emergency operations and stabilization for adult patients with severe injuries. “UH Geauga Medical Center can now accept adult patients who would have previously traveled great distances for trauma care expertise,” said M. Steven Jones, President, UH Geauga Medical Center. Emergency Department physicians, trauma surgeons and nursing staff have all received advanced trauma care training, and area emergency medical services teams are educated in delivering specialized prehospital trauma care. The committee on trauma of the American College of Surgeons completed a consultation visit to UH Geauga Medical Center in late 2012 and the hospital is now taking steps to fulfill recommendations to achieve final verification status.

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E & H Hardware Group will open their tenth ACE Hardware store at 8 a.m. on Feb. 13. The store is located at 15615 W. High Street in Middlefield. A “chain cutting” celebration will be held on Friday, Feb.15 at 9 a.m. with Mayor Ben Garlich in attendance. Store hours will be Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 440-632-0020. Susan West, of Middlefield, will be the Ace Hardware manager. The store is fully staffed with employees from the Middlefield and Burton area. Rich Fishburn, Ace operations manager for this area, says all plans are going smoothly. He adds, “I personally hired this staff and am really pleased with their strong work ethic. Middlefield resident and new Ace employee, Martie Williams boasts 40 years of hardware experience and says, “I think its great that Middlefield has a Hardware store again.” ACE is a full line hardware store offering plenty of close-to-the-door parking. Craftsman tools make ACE your first choice for tools. Custom color matching with Benjamin Moore and ACE Royal paint plus Clark & Kensington, a paint and primer-inone product will be offered. Joe Byler, previous owner of Joe’s Saw Shop, will manage the Ace Hardware service department. Mr. Byler has over 15 years of experience with sharpening and small engine repair. The store will offer a large selection of outdoor power equipment including a full line of Efco home and professional power equipment. Services provided will be custom cut keys, computer chip keys, sharpening, screen repair, propane exchange and glass

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Middlefield Library Programs There are programs for everyone at the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St. Call the library at 440-632-1961 to register. I Spy a Secret Agent, Grades K to 5, Feb. 15, 4 to 5 p.m. Bring your sleuthing skills for some detective-themed stories and games. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Grades K to 5, March 1, 4 to 5 p.m. Celebrate the birthday of this beloved author with stories, games and fun. Teen Coffee House, Grades 6 to 12, March 13, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Share your creativity at the open mic, and hang out with your friends. Do you have Cuyahoga County roots? April 3, 7 p.m. Many Geauga County residents have Cuyahoga County roots. Learn about the main repositories and Web sites for Cuyahoga County records. Library laptops will be used. Bring information you have on your Cuyahoga County ancestor. Road Scholar, April 10, 7 to 8 p.m. Over 6,500 educational adventures throughout the U.S. and 150 countries are organized through the Road Scholar program each year. Jerry Polizzi, Road Scholar ambassador, will explain the program, places visited and how you can get involved.

February at Burton Public Library The Annual Friends chess tournaments take place every Saturday in February at the Burton Public Library. Saturday, Feb. 16 for high school students and Saturday, Feb. 23 for adults. Tournaments are free of charge and pre-registration is required. Call the library at 440-834-4466 for more information and to register. Booksale, Saturday, Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Book Cellar. In addition to books, you will find magazines, movies, puzzles, sheet music and lots more. All proceeds benefit library programs. Free kids movie on Presidents Day. The Library will be open regular hours of 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Presidents’ Day, Feb. 18. Drop in for a matinee showing of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days” at 1 p.m. Bring a pillow or blanket to sit on and your own snacks and drinks. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. No registration required. Genealogy writer and lecturer Sunny Morton will visit on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 11 a.m. to speak about the process of capturing and recording our personal and family histories. Her book, “My Life and Times: A Guided Journal for Collecting Your Stories” will be available for purchase. Register at the circulation desk or by calling the Burton Public Library at 440-8344466. The Burton Public Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. on Burton Square (44021).

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Spring Sale The Annual Spring Book Sale sponsored by the Geauga West Friends of the Library will run March 13 to March 16. The Friends are accepting donations of new or gently used children and adult books, audio books, DVDs, music, puzzles and games for adults and children, collectibles, coffee table books, comic books and prints. No textbooks or encyclopedias, please. Donations can be dropped off at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, next to West Geauga High School any time during regular library hours. A receipt for your donation is available at the circulation desk, 440-729-4250.

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(left) Tracy Jemison, Geauga County commissioner presented a concise, positive, fiscally sound State of the County report to the Geauga County Tourism membership. (bottom left) Nick Frank of the Frank Agency dashed to choose the first of many fine desserts. (bottom right) Eric Hart of the Buckeye Chocolate Company grabbed his favorite.

(top) Geri Watson of Watson’s 87 Furniture, dashed to grab her choice of the decadent desserts at Geauga Tourism’s annual membership meeting. (right) Tina Mooney auctioned the remaining of many delicious desserts.

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(above) Cardinal boys won the Cardinal Athletic Boosters’ sixth-grade basketball tournament held at the Cardinal Middle School during two weekends in January. On the first weekend, the Newbury girls won the girls’ third/fourth-grade tournament and the Champion boys won the boys’ third/fourth-grade tournament. Newbury girls won the girls‘ fifth/sixth-grade tournament.

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The Friends of the Burton Public Library held their K - 5 annual Chess Tournaments on Feb. 2 at the Burton Public Library. (winners on right, l-r) First place (no photo) Ian Haworth from Virginia, second place - Samuel Wade, home schooled and third place - Garrett Hastings, Burton Elementary.

On Feb. 7, at the Middlefield Council meeting (top left) Mayor Ben Garlich swore in two new police officers, (top middle and bottom left) Justin Nevison and (bottom right) Erin Thomas. (top right) Chief Arnold Stanko

Several local, young entrepreneurs set up shop for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;For Kids Onlyâ&#x20AC;? Flea Market held by Middlefield Village Recreation Department on Feb. 9 at the Cardinal Middle School.

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Theresa G. Button, age 89 of Girard, formerly of Middlefield, passed away Jan. 31, 2013 at Clare Bridge of Austintown. She was born July 13, 1923 in Cleveland, daughter of Frank and Helen (Papinski) Bodnar. She graduated from Middlefield High School in 1941 and attended Mt. Union College for one year. Theresa married Harry N. “Fuzzy” Button in 1946. In 1950, they moved from Middlefield to Girard. They “wintered” over 25 years in Fredericksburg, Texas. She was a wonderful homemaker, wife and mother. Her hobbies included reading, loved flowers and traveling extensively in the motorhome. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family; her husband Harry “Fuzzy” Button of 66 years; children, Garth (Gayla) Button of Hubbard, Merrie Lou (Jack) Pence of Beaver Creek, Marilyn (Harvey) Juarez of San Antonio, Texas, and Clifford “Kip” Button of Girard; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter; brothers, Lou and Frank Bodnar and sisters, Helen Szucs and Margaret Bodnar. Online condolences at www. russellfuneralservicesusa.com. Samuel A. Mullett, age 87, of Middlefield, entered eternal rest Feb.1, 2013 at his home. He was born Aug. 17, 1925 to the late Albert and Amanda (Gingerich) Mullett. He was a lifelong resident of the Middlefield area. Samuel is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who received a Purple Heart during WWII. He was self-employed and enjoyed working in construction and excavation. He also loved fixing things, golfing, and spending time with his family. Samuel will be missed by his children, Carrie (Bill) Reiter, Janet Troyer, Ken (Barb) Mullett, all of Middlefield, Glen (Diane) Mullett of San Antonio, Texas, Joan (Bob) Kovach of Cherry Valley, Gloria (Bob) Miller of Huntsburg, Sharon (Andy) Futty of Parkman, Curtis (Michele) Mullett of Chesterland; 22 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; former wife, Linda Buehner; siblings, Owen Mullett, Paul Mullett, Jimmy Mullett, Bette Fairbanks, Sara Cofer, Ada Larson; and many friends. He is preceded in death by his second wife, Marilyn Mullett; siblings, Calvin Mullett, Ann Judd, Bill Mullett, John Mullett, Ruthie Mullett and Albert Mullet. Samuel’s final resting place is in Welton Cemetery in Burton. Online condolences may be sent and a tribute video seen at www.bestfunerals.com.

John H. Roberts Jr., age 83, of Chesterland, entered eternal rest Jan.16, 2013 at Briar Hill Health Care Residence in Middlefield. He was born Dec. 30, 1929 to the late John H. and Mary (Peck) Roberts. John was the owner of Roberts Fruit Farm in Chesterland for most of his life. He was well known to many for providing custom cider pressing. He attended Pilgrim Mennonite Church in Middlefield and enjoyed driving around visiting his Amish friends. John will be missed by his sister, Mary Alice Taylor; nephews, James and David; nieces, Joy Ann and Sandy and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lillian Roberts. John’s final resting place is in the Pilgrim Mennonite Church cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www. bestfunerals.com. Martin Karl Roach, “Marty” “Shatz” age 64 of Middlefield died Jan. 27, 2013 in Middlefield after a lengthy illness with his family by his side. He was born April 3, 1948 in Chardon at Corey Hospital to Martin Rodger Roach and Adelheid “Ardie” (Zammert). Marty was a lifelong resident of the area and was married to Diane Siarkowski. He was the owner/operator of M. Roach Enterprises and was awarded the One Million Mile Accident Free ring. Hobbies included woodworking and tractor pulling. Marty proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1970 serving two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW Post 9678 of Middlefield serving as Past Post Commander and Chaplain. He also was a member of the Buckeye Powers Association. Survivors include his wife and companion Diane; children, Martin H. (Candice) Roach of W.Va, John (Pamela) Klomfas of Tenn., Christine Klomfas of Hiram and David (Cynthia) Klomfas of Middlefield; grandchildren, Savannah Carr, Brittany, Nicholas, Matthew, Alexandria and Benjamin Klomfas; brother, Rodger Wilheim (Rosemary) Roach of Middlefield and nieces and nephews, Rodger, Matthew, Brian and Krystal. He was proceeded in death by his parents. Contributions are suggested to either the Vietnam Memorial Fund or the Crossroads Hospice 9775 Rockside Road, Valley View, OH 44125. Online condolences at www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com.

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“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” This is a foundational, everyday directive from Christ to each of his followers in the gospels of Luke (9:23), Matthew (16:24) and Mark (8:34). While it should sound like a difficult path to take, because it indeed is, we must also ponder what this means for our lives in the coming year - in the now. For if we are not wrestling through what Christ is saying to us and how we can live it out, how do we call ourselves his followers? The following is a journaling exercise about how these words from Christ relate to me and my context of Geauga County. I would encourage you take a few moments to do the same. “To take up the cross daily is to truly put Christ’s sacrifice first and our brother or sister next. Within this framework, it seems essential to first live in thankfulness to Christ each day and give praise to Him knowing that He will give me the strength that I need to walk through each day as I follow in His path. Secondly, it’s to put brother or sister before me. This would definitively mean that my time is not my own. If I hear of a need, because of my focus on the passion of Christ, I should probably go - despite my own desire or my own agenda. It is walking with eyes open ready to see and hear those needs. One way to hear and see is by keeping a perspective of thankfulness for Christ and for the cross, as well as accepting His forgiveness. I’ve seen this play out when I think small - when I think of people that I’ve built relationships with. Such as looking out the window and viewing my elderly neighbor as she has much to tend to as a widow. Perhaps a way to see and hear needs is to simply be present to people, to take time to listen, be a friend. God knows I try too hard sometimes to perform some quick in-and-out rescue. But rescuing isn’t it. It’s time and friendship. Some friends come to mind and I need to make dates with them.” May we think, pray, and live what this means in this brand-new year. Bryan and his wife Laura have landed in Huntsburg after adventuring through university, bicycling across the United States and living in South America where they worked with a small missions group. They are members of Maple View Mennonite Church.

Church Events Feb 13: Ash Wednesday Early Ashing 6 to 9 a.m. in Prayer Room, lower level, rear elevator entrance. Handicap accessible. Evening worship 7 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield, 440-632-0480. Feb. 14, 15, 16: Open Giveaway Feed My People Inc., a 501(c)(3) outreach ministry of the community will host an open giveaway of clothes, household items and toys for families in need, 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15, 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 16. Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, across from E-check. Tax deductible contributions can be mailed to Feed My People Inc., P.O. Box 82, Chardon, OH 44024. Feb. 22: God Shares a Meal Free meal for everyone 4 to 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield. Handicap accessible, 440-632-0480. March 1: Live Christian Bands at Cardinal Middle School Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert starts 7 p.m. Performances by Stellar Kart, Abandon and 7th Time Down. Tickets $10 in advance at Sparrow Christian Bookshop in Middlefield, $12 at door. Call 440-834-8601 for group tickets. Cardinal Middle School is located at 16175 Almeda Drive in Middlefield.

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March 15 and 16: Women’s Retreat “A Focused Faith, Knowing Our Great God and Savior.” Friday 7 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cornerstone Bible Church Ministry Center, 15029 Enterprise Way, Middlefield (44062). Registration or information, 440- 834-1925 or visit www.CornerstoneNEO.com.

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There is a saying, “Reach for the moon and you will land among the stars.” Thirty Geauga County families with autistic children made this wish and found it to be true when their kids landed among the S.T.A.R.S: Specialized Teaching for Children with Autism and Resource Services. A program of the Chardon-based Geauga County Educational Service Center (GCESC), the S.T.A.R.S. program is indeed a dream come true for parents who often have few other options for their children with autism. The S.T.A.R.S. program is available to Geauga County children in grades K through 12 with a medical diagnosis of Autism, but students from other counties are also eligible if there are openings available. The program has no charge to families and is funded through the special education program of each student’s public school district of residence. Each April, the group holds a fundraiser luncheon and Chinese auction. This year’s event is April 20, at the St. Denis Party Center in Chardon. In addition, the S.T.A.R.S. program receives in-kind donations, such as the iPads recently donated from the Preston Superstore car dealership in Burton. The iPads will help students communicate and practice academic and social skills. Pat Preston, owner of the Superstore, regularly donates to educational programs in addition to S.T.A.R.S., such as Geauga ACHIEVE, a GCESC program which helps children with multiple disabilities. Mr. Preston’s donations have also helped St. Helen’s Church create a multi-use center for the arts and spiritual enrichment and helped the DDC Clinic for Special Needs Children in Middlefield expand the capacity of their research lab. He has also donated many thousands of dollars to Geauga County public schools, youth sports programs and more.

Agape Christian Academy Open House Agape Christian Academy will host its annual Open House at both campuses on Monday, Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet and get to know the school’s wonderful teachers and staff; see the classrooms first-hand and gain valuable insight as you consider the many benefits of a Christian education for your children. There will be activities and refreshments as well as Teacher Roundtables at 11 a.m. where all the teachers will gather to answer your questions. Agape is a non-denominational Christian school that opened in 2005. It now serves nearly 200 students in preschool through high school. The preschool thru fourth grade Burton Campus is located at 14220 Claridon Troy Road, and fifth grade through twelfth grade are at the Troy Campus, 17791 Claridon Troy Road See the benefits of small class sizes and teachers who love children and love the Lord. For

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CMS PTSA Sponsoring Scotch Doubles Bowling The Cardinal Middle School PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is sponsoring Scotch Doubles bowling. The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 from 9 p.m. to midnight at Sky Lanes in Garrettsville. Sky Lanes is located in Sky Plaza on Route 82, 1.5 miles east of Route 88. Cost is $35 per couple/twosome and includes three games of bowling, shoes, ball, pizza and pop. There will also be a 50/50 and basket raffles. Prizes and lots of fun! Please bring a snack to share. CMS students are asked to bring in items for the basket raffle. For tickets and more information, call Patty Fulop at 440-632-1541. Tickets for the Scotch Doubles evening of fun may also be purchased at the CMS office.

Cardinal Athletic Boosters 10th Annual Reverse Raffle Cardinal Athletic Boosters will be hosting their 10th Annual Reverse Raffle on Saturday, April 6, 2013. New location this year will be at the Parkman Community House on Route 422, just east of Route 528. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 7 p.m. Cost is $50 a couple (includes one Main Board ticket and two dinners). The dinner for this year is pulled pork, mac & cheese, potatoes, beans, cole slaw, desserts, pop, water, coffee and beer. $1500 grand prize! Sideboards, 50/50, lottery board, door prizes, Chinese auction, silent auction, beer pyramid giveaway, booze basket giveaway, flat-screen TV drawing and much more! All proceeds go to the Cardinal Athletic Booster Scholarship Fund. This year the Boosters will present seven $1,000 scholarships at the Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony in May. For tickets or for more information, please contact one of the following: Tally, 440-6325478; Diane, 440-632-5913; Karen, 440-537-0811. Donations gladly accepted. It is a great night of fun for a great cause. Hope to see you there!

Vinny’s Pizza Fundraiser Support Cardinal S.A.F.E. After-Prom at Vinny’s Pizza, 15620 W. High St. in Middlefield on Feb. 24 from noon - 6 p.m. Come and enjoy delicious food, games, raffles and more. Dine in or carry out. Vinny’s will donate a portion of the sales. Thank you for your support for the Cardinal S.A.F.E. After-Prom.

Scotch Doubles Support Cardinal S.A.F.E. After-Prom by bowling at Ernst Lanes, 10651 Grant St., Chardon on Friday March 8 at 8 p.m. Cost is $40 per couple and includes three games of bowling, shoes, pizza and pop. For tickets and information, contact Laura Klein 440632-9200.

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Since the beginning of the school year, the first and second-grade students at Jordak Elementary School have read a total of 8,773 evenings through the CAB program! The CAB (Children and Books) program allows students to borrow a book at their reading level for the evening. The students enjoy reading a nightly book to a loved one at home. Happy reading!

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Stay posted at www.middlefieldpost.com. Feb. 18: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance Lively and lovely dance to folk music. Lesson 7:30 p.m. Dance 8 to 10:30 p.m. Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Township Hall, 83 N. Main St. (44022).

CARE Schedule Feb, 15, 22 Fish fry fundraiser, 5 to 7:30 p.m. March 7 CARE regular meeting. March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 fish fry fundraiser 5 to 7:30 p.m. Montville Community Center, 9755 Route 528, just south of Route 6 (44064)., jgalm@caregeauga.org, 216-346-0782 or myoushak@caregeauga.org, 440-6365294.o Feb. 23 and March 3: Huntsburg Baseball Signups 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Huntsburg Town Hall, corner of Route 528 and Route 322. Six team levels. Ages 5 through 8 girls, ages 5 to 16 boys. Contact Rich Collins 440-479-4111 March 3: Sap’s-A-Risin’! Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Experience the art of making maple syrup from gathering sap to tasting the product. Includes a history tour, and entertainment in the lodge. Swine Creek Reservation, 16004 Hayes Road, (44062) www.geaugaparkdistrict.org. March 8: Scotch Doubles to fund the S.A.F.E After Prom $40 per couple at Ernst Bowling Lanes, 10651 Grant St. Chardon (44022). E-mail Rosanne for more information, rosannes@windstream.net. March 10: Sap’s-A-Risin’! Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Experience the art of making maple syrup from gathering sap to tasting the product. Includes a history tour, and entertainment in the lodge. Swine Creek Reservation, 16004 Hayes Road, (44062) www.geaugaparkdistrict.org. March 12: Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Meeting At noon, Mayor Ben Garlich will give the

State of The Village address at Middlefield Fire Department community room, upstairs. Please RSVP for this annual meeting to 440632-5705. V i s i t w w w. m i d d l e f i e l d c c . c o m f o r opportunity to sign up early and reserve a table for Consumer Connection which will take place on May 8. Visit http:// geaugaconsumerconnection.com/home. March 15: Amish Vs Yankee Basketball 5:30 p.m. at Cardinal High School, area fundraiser for those in need and Relay for Life.

March 16: Huntsburg Chili Cook-Off and Chinese Auction 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Jacquie at 440-636-5510 to enter or come and vote for the People’s Choice. Live band, cake walk, games, guest vendors, 50/50 raffle, afghan raffle. Huntsburg Gym at the intersection of Route 322 and Route 528 in Huntsburg. Call 440-636-5517 for information. March 30: Pruning School Geauga County Ohio State University Extension and Sage’s Apples will hold a hands-on pruning school, “March In And Prune Out” at Sage’s Apples, 11355 Chardon Road (Route 6) in Chardon. Registration 8:30 a.m., class 9 a.m. to noon. Registration fee of $20 per couple includes refreshments, handouts, and a half peck of apples. The fee, payable to OSU Extension, can be mailed to OSU Extension, P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021 or payable at the door. Call the Geauga County Ohio State University Extension office at 440-834-4656. July 13: Mantua’s Annual Art on the Hill On East Prospect Street. Over 70 artisans sell and display works of art amid live entertainment. This well attended event is locally and regionally advertised to draw crowds. An application can be downloaded at www.mantuashalersvillechamber.com or call Christine Pitsinger at 330-414-6486.

Rider’s Express Awarded as Honor Club The Geauga County 4-H club, Rider’s Express, has been awarded Honor Club distinction for the fifth consecutive year as well as an award of recognition for participating in the eighth annual Geauga County 4-H Food-A-Thon to benefit the Geauga Hunger Task Force. The 2013 president of Rider’s Express, Gina Moschella, also received the Gold Medal Award in the horse category of 4-H. The other 2013 officers of Rider’s Express are Cassie Holub, vice president; Sydney Koenig, secretary and Ryan Lurch, treasurer. This 4-H club is for anyone interested in horses and includes a mix of many members of different ages, schools, riding backgrounds and even horseless members. Rider’s Express still has spaces available for the upcoming year, so if you are interested in this club, please contact Cheryl Moone at 440-708-3366 or e-mail tkmoone@gmail.com.

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