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Cleveland Business Connects Magazine has honored the local corporate events industry and the local business networking community in an ‘Academy Awards’ style Connectors Choice Awards event, for the past eight years. For the past two years, this glamorous event has been held the majestic State Theatre at Playhouse Square and includes hors d’oeuvres during a networking hour, outstanding award presentations and a decadent full-course meal served to 500 plus on the theater stage. Also, for the past two years, the Red Key Network, (RKN) a Geauga-based women’s net wor k ing organization, has been nominated. In 2014, the RKN won the Women’s Networking Business Organization of the Year. This year, the group was nominated again for this award, and was nominated also, for the Business Networking Organization of the Year award. Middlefield’s own Lynda Nemeth, director of Destination Geauga, formerly
Geauga County Tourism was nominated this year for the ‘Business Networking Star of the Year’. CBC publisher, Renee DeLuca Dolan introduced the presenters, one of whom was the well-known Monica Robins, an Emmy award-winning reporter for Channel 3, WKYC Cleveland. Twenty-six awards were handed out in categories ranging from Corporate Event Venues to awards for individual accomplishments in the networking theme. More than 20 Red Key members attended this event showing support for the group and for RKN member, Lynda Nemeth. The Red Key Network fell short of winning both awards but Nemeth came away with the Business Networking Star of the Year award! She was up against some great competition: Anne H. Doyle, marketing events/community coordinator, Lake Health; Lauren Rudman, manager of human resources, ERICO International;
Melissa Marik, director of business development, Executive Caterers; Nick Borelli, marketing and communications director, Rock The House; Paul Marnecheck, manager of small business solutions, Council of Smaller Enterprises and Vince Iannaggi, director of business development for L’Nique Linens. Several months ago, CBC notified Nemeth that an anonymous peer had nominated her. She was then asked to submit an essay discussing her qualifications for the nomination, networking experiences and advantages, and to include any interesting pertinent stories. Following the nomination, using an online voting system, Nemeth gained more votes then any of the other 83 nominees in her category. She was then chosen, along with six others, to compete as a finalist. This finalist group convened and was professionally photographed for the cover of the most recent CBC magazine. Continued on Page 2
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Continued from Page 1 Visit www.cbcmagazine.com to view and subscribe for a copy. “My friends often joke about my ‘hard job’ and ask where I have to go today or what exciting place I am off to,” said Nemeth in her submitted essay. “I know they see it as all fun and social time but what they don’t realize is that every one of those meetings, luncheons and events I attend, to me, is an opportunity to make business happen. I am part of several networking organizations, each one very different, and yet all with a common goal to strengthen partnerships locally and regionally, to drive tourism to Geauga County. This stimulates our economy and keeps our small businesses thriving.” Nemeth wraps up this experience of winning. ”The true victory of winning this award has nothing to do with carrying home a trophy. It has everything to do with bringing recognition on a regional level to Geauga County through the power of positive networking, and increasing our audience through this success. Congratulations Lynda Nemeth; job well done!
New Teacher Assignment Forms Geauga County Public Library is pleased to introduce the Teacher Assignment Form, an online assignment submission tool that allows teachers to share their student’s projects with librarians . When the library learns that a group of students is going to be studying a certain subject, librarians will compile reference materials, books and articles for students to borrow. This form was created by GCPL staff in response to students and families who came to libraries to find information to complete school work, but left without what they had hoped to find, usually because the materials location were already in circulation. The Teacher Assignment Form will help the library anticipate the needs of students before they even walk through the door so that they can have plenty of copies and resources for everyone at that branch. As soon as teachers share assignments, librarians will pull resources from all locations and have an ample supply on hand. Teachers simply need to upload assignments on the Teacher Assignment Form at www.GeaugaLibrary.net. The form can be found on the www.geaugalibrary.net home page on the top navigation bar. The Middlefield Library is located at 16167 E. High St. (44062). 440-632-1961.
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Girl Scout Troop 70911 from Middlefield enjoyed a trek though the fire station on Feb. 24. The girls and leaders who attended were: Monica Baker, leader; Joclynn Matzek, co-leader; Mercedes Baker, Hayley Matzek, Alyssa Detweiler, Ava Sitter, Taylor Christian, Jasmyn Klecha, Payton Hirgelt. Captain Tony Yeropoli, (left) firefighters Tom Harkelrode, (back left) and Christian Klein toured the troop through the station and the trucks. The girl scouts learned about fire fighting tools, there use and even tried a few out. The troop donated a pasta meal to the MFD fire fighters they had previously prepared in observation of World Friendship Day and the fire fighters gave each scout a memento (bracelets, pencils and erasers) of their visit.
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On March 21, the Middlefield Police Department is asking area residents to help fill their cruisers at the Walmart and Save-A -Lot parking lots for the “Fill a Cruiser” event in Middlefield. They will collect food and paper products for area families from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Consider helping out by donating goods and cash to be delivered by the folks at St. Edward’s and St. Lucy’s parishes before Easter. You can also drop goods off at the MPD at 14860 N. State Ave., Middlefield, 44062.
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Tickets are on sale now for the first annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt. Tickets are $10 each and you must be 21 years or older. The Adult Easter Egg Hunt is on March 28 at Mineral Lake Park. Registration begins at 6 p.m. and the hunt is at 7 p.m. The Middlefield Recreation Department is hiding eggs in Mineral Lake Park, filled with candy and prizes. Dress for the weather and bring your photo ID, flashlight and basket. Middlefield Recreation Department is also looking for donations for this event. Please call Billie or David at 440-632-5248 ext. 4.
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It’s a dream come true for Cardinal High School Senior Logan Shultz who has officially signed his Letter of Intent to play football for Division II, Lake Erie College next season. Shultz, an offensive and defensive tackle, served as Captain for the CHS Varsity football team this past season and was named to the 2nd Team All-Ohio Team for Division V. “This has been my dream since I was a little kid,” Shultz said. “I like the atmosphere of the school, the facilities, coaching staff and how close it is. It really felt like home and I’m excited to get on the field with the team. I’ve been working hard for this opportunity.” Shultz’s signing ceremony took place at Cardinal High School on Feb. 25, making it the second letter signing ceremony for the school this year. Shultz is the fourth athlete from the school to commit to play a sport at the college level, and the third to commit to a Division II school. “It’s exciting to see so many of our talented students continue their athletic careers at the next level,” said
Cardinal Athletic Director, Andy Cardinal. “To have this many student athletes commit in one year is pretty special. It’s a real testament to the work that our student athletes, coaches and parents are doing.” Shultz’s parents and sister also attended the ceremony. Shultz’s mom, Dawn, said the family is excited for Logan’s future with the Lake Erie Storm. “We’re so excited he gets this opportunity to follow his dreams and study Criminal Justice at Lake Erie. They’re both life-long dreams that are coming true for him, we’re so proud, and can’t wait to cheer for him on Saturdays.” Founded in 1856, Lake Erie College is a private, co-educational, liberal arts institution located in Painesville with just over 1,100 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. It is an NCAA Division II school, offers 21 varsity sports and competes in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC), the East Coast Conference (ECC) and the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC).
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Geauga Celebrates 4-H Week Ohio 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development and youth mentoring organization is known for its excellence in providing hands-on learning activities. The week of March 8, Geauga County is helping the organization celebrate Ohio 4-H. “We celebrate Ohio 4-H Week this time of year because it’s when many youths sign up for 4-H membership,” said Alisha Faudie, OSU Extension Educator for 4-H Youth Development. Ohio 4-H Week culminates in the Ohio 4-H Conference, March 14 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center where nearly 1,400 are expected to attend. Volunteers and 4-H teens will participate in workshops to hone their skills, learn about 4-H projects, and find out about opportunities that 4-H offers. With 6 million participants nationwide, in 2014 more than 216,000 young Ohioans participated in traditional 4-H clubs, camps and school enrichment programs and nearly 18,000 Ohioans volunteered with Ohio 4-H. In Geauga County, 750 young people and 125 volunteers are involved in 4-H. Membership in 4-H is open to youths age 8 and older as of Jan. 1 and in the third grade until Dec. 31 of the year they reach age 19. The youngest members are “Cloverbuds,” a non-competitive program for youths age 5 or older and in kindergarten until they reach age 8 in third grade. The core benefits of 4-H rest in the hands-on learning experiences, and the teamwork, leadership and community service 4-H youths engage in. In addition to traditional club activities, Ohio 4-H offers camps, afterschool programs, school enrichment programs, and special STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities. To become involved or learn more about 4-H, contact the Geauga County office of OSU Extension, 440-834-4656 or visit www.geauga.osu.edu.
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During our first 4-H meeting of the new year we went over our old business like what we did at our club Christmas party in December. We voted on donating money for a goat and six chickens through World Vision and also voted on officer elections. The results are president - Kurt Pokopac, vice president - Danny Takacs, secretary - Josh Belliveau, health and safety - Maggie Kolenic, news reporter - Amanda Kleve, recreational - Ben Obringer and Tyler Holub, and historian - Izzy Krzys. We got Honor Club for 2014. For a project we are painting the window at JC’s Restaurant in Burton. Also we introduced each other with the new members who joined the club. What a great first meeting!
(front, r-l) Alex Bates - news reporter; Kelsey Collins, photographer; Rachel O’Reilly, secretary and Ella Klingman, photographer. (back, r-l) Amanda O’Reilly, treasurer; Sam Pleva, health and safety; Meghan O’Reilly, president; Kelsey Klingman, vice president and James Klingman, hospitality. (MP Photo/Flockmasters)
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At the February Flockmasters 4-H Club meeting, members made Valentine’s Cards for elderly residents in the Pleasant Hill County Home. The members also played a get-toknow-you game to make some new friends and bond as a club. Our next meeting is on March 10. Flockmasters 4-H is a club centered around lambs, poultry and swine. If you are interested in joining 4-H contact the OSU Extension Office at 440-834-4656.
Cardinal Seeks Hall of Fame Nominations Cardinal High School is accepting nominations for the Athletic Hall of Fame and Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame classes of 2015. Nominees must have graduated from Cardinal High School in 2004 or earlier. Nomination will be accepted until May 1. Forms can be found on the Cardinal Schools website (http://www.cardinal.k12.oh.us/) and on the Cardinal Athletics website (www.huskiessports.org). Send nominations to Athletic Director Andy Cardinal at andy.cardinal@cardinalschools.org or Cardinal High School, PO Box 7, Middlefield, OH, 44062.
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The primary focus of most homeowners in the winter is to keep their house warm, but heat and comfort don’t always go handin-hand. Feeling cozy requires more than just the right temperature. “The freshness and relative humidity of indoor winter air plays a major role in a family’s health and comfort,” explained Jack Stankus, owner of Jack Stankus Inc. Heating & Cooling in Chagrin Falls. With windows and doors closed and the furnace running, both humidity and freshness suffer in the winter. “If too little outdoor air enters a home, pollutants can accumulate to levels that pose health and comfort issues,” said Stankus. “Air that is not properly humidified can dry out eyes, noses, skin, and throats.” Many viruses prefer dry conditions, so it’s easier to get sick in a home with low humidity. Remedying these common winter problems often requires an HVAC professional. While newer homes are great at keeping heat inside, improved efficiency could be cost us comfort. Outdoor air enters and leaves a house through infiltration, natural ventilation, and mechanical ventilation. Infiltration is when air enters the home through unsealed joints, cracks in floors and leaky windows. Uncontrolled exchanges of indoor and outdoor air can be costly, so home builders now construct houses that are much tighter. It’s a great way to reduce energy bills, but restricts air flow. Mechanical ventilation is often needed to improve air quality when houses are closed up. Many building codes around the
country now require that newly constructed homes meet ventilation standards. New windows and siding added to a sturdy-built old home can also seal it up tight, creating the same IAQ issues seen in newer homes. Mechanical ventilation includes single room exhaust fans and whole-home ventilation units using fans and duct work to exchange stale air for fresh. Introducing fresh air through whole-home ventilator is one of the most efficient ways to improve indoor air quality all year. Aprilaire offers a whole-home ventilation option programmed to allow the exchange of air and provide fresh air without driving up energy costs. In addition to reducing virus transmission, relative humidity plays a role in preserving the possessions in your home. “Dry air causes walls, woodwork, and hardwood floors to crack,” said Stankus. “Electronics can fall victim to static electricity charges, requiring expensive repair or replacement.” “While there are different humidifiers for all types of homes and needs, a wholehome humidifier is the best solution for a home with a forced-air furnace to deliver proper humidity levels. It requires simple, inexpensive maintenance just once a year,” said Stankus. Jack Stankus Inc. Heating & Cooling, 10571 Franks Road in Chagrin Falls (44023) is a local HVAC business specializing in Indoor Air Comfort. Call Jack at 440-5435000, or visit Aprilaire.com.
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Shannon McGee, who will be a 2016 Berkshire High School graduate, plays fast pitch for The Beverly Bandits out of Chicago Illinois, one of the top traveling organizations in the country. Shannon’s team ended with a fall record of 40-2-1 and are ranked second in the country. Her team is comprised of 14 girls representing six states. They played an intense 2014 schedule all summer long traveling to Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Florida, Colorado and ending with a national tournament in Huntington Beach California. With the help of Shannon’s hitting coach, Lance Schmidt from Alliance Ohio and her team head coach, Chad Moran from Kentucky, Shannon has received several scholarship offers to play college softball but ultimately decided to continue her education and play D1 softball on an athletic scholarship for Loyola University Chicago, Illinois.
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The East Geauga Kiwanis Club recently gave recognition to third graders from Burton Elementary School for being outstanding students as chosen by their teachers. They all received a certificate and four elementary fiction books from the club. (l-r) Mandy Randles, BES principal), Brooklyn Pope, Madison Durosko, Maxwell Myers and Kiwanian Dave Hottenstein. (MP Photo/BES)
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Marion Cox, 81, of Middlefield passed away peacefully Feb. 15, 2015 at University Hospital in Cleveland. She was born in Newburg, W.V. on March 25, 1933 to Fred and Isa (Dixon) Molisee. She was a welder at Roto Hoe and a technician at Bicron, both in Newbury. Marion was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Middlefield, where she volunteered in the thrift shop and with “God Shares a Meal.” She enjoyed golfing and sewing. Marion was a beautiful person, friend to many. She will be missed and mourned by all those whose lives she touched. She is survived by her beloved husband Edgar Cox of 40 years; loving children, Janet Barlow, Bill Barlow and Joyce Howard; four grandchildren, Jessica, Brooke, Jamie, and Justin; seven great grandchildren; her brother Butch Molisee; two sisters, Shirley Parker and Lalah Lawrence; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; her son Bobby Barlow; grandson Jake Andel and her brother Emory Molisee. Online condolences www.russellslyfh. com. Carla E. Davison, 54, of Middlefield, formerly of Burton and Aurora, passed away Feb. 27, 2015 at her home. She was born March 29, 1960 in Fort Wayne, Ind. to the late Kenneth and Mary (Woolum) Wilmot. Carla was registered nurse. She enjoyed crafts, and spending time with her family and friends. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Michael Davison, who she married Oct. 15, 1983, daughter, Nicole (Kyle) Smith of Ashville, N.Y., sons, Rob and Matt Davison both of Middlefield, grandson, Michael Smith and granddaughter on the way, Amelia Smith. Her sister, Melissa (Darin) Bowlby of Indiana, and brothers, Kevin (Mimi) Wilmot of Florida, Ed Wilmot of South Carolina, and Wayne Wilmot of Indiana. Donations can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children Burn Center,1000 E. Edgerton Road, Broadview Hts., OH 44147. Condolences at www.russellslyfh.com. Elaine Shirkey (Moyle), 69, of Middlefield, entered into eternal peace Feb. 19, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Bridge Port, WV. Her burial was at Overlook Cemetery in Parkman. Online condolences at www.russellslyfh.com. Lorraine J Duncan, 94 of Middlefield passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015. Stella M. Ohl, 87 of Middlefield passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015.
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March 4: Donkey Basketball Game 6:30 p.m. $7 pre-sale available at Geauga Bow, Great Lakes Outdoors, Friends of Beth and Dawn, $9 at the door. Proceeds go to Cardinal SAFE for after prom festivities. At Cardinal High School, 14785 N. Thompson Ave., Middlefield (44062).
March 6: GEL Breakfast Arrive 7:30 a.m. Program 8 a.m. Amish businessmen share their stories. Kent State Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton (44021). RSVP Carol 440-834-3755. March 6: A Conversation with Monica Robins 6:30 to 8 p.m. Emmy award winning reporter Monica Robins is one of northeast Ohio’s most reliable sources for health news. She will speak and answer questions. Light refreshments. Notre Dame Education Center, 13000 Auburn Road in Chardon (44024). March 7: It’s Time to Prune 9 a.m. to noon. $15. Understand pruning in this popular class. Part of the Garden Series; attend five classes ($60) and receive a free soil testing kit, an $11 value. Preregistration encouraged, but walk-ins welcome. To register call OSU Extension office, 440834-4656. Make checks payable to OSU Extension and mail to P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. At the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. March 13: Amish vs. Yankee Basketball Tournament 5:45 to 9 p.m. Double elimination tournament. Amish champions play Yankee winners in final game for overall champ. Benefactor is Daniel Burkholder who was in a work accident. BBQ cheeseburgers, pizza, candy, beverages. Presale tickets $5 at Great Lakes Supply,14855 N. State Ave., Middlefield, $6 at door. March 14: Soil Health Through the Seasons 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District hosts Soil Health Through the Seasons: How to Naturally Nourish Your Lawn to offer essential steps for starting a natural lawn care system. Topics: build organic matter, improve soil health, create a lowmaintenance and chemical-free lawn. At Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road (Route 306), Chesterland, Ohio 44026. March 14: Huntsburg Grange Chili Cook Off 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. To register chili entry, call Colleen, 440-636-5517. Cash prizes for winning entry. Buy sampler pack at door and cast your vote. Lunch, free cake with Grange frosting. Vendors, Chinese auction. Quilt Raffle tickets on sale until drawing, $5 each, six for $20. Winner need not be present. Contributions of Chinese
Auction prizes needed. At Huntsburg Gym, intersection of Route 322 and Route 528. March 14: Sow You Want to Grow Vegetables 9 a.m. to noon. $15. Learn the steps for growing vegetables. Topics include site selection and preparation, choosing vegetables, maintenance and extending the growing season. Step-by-step basics from Master Gardeners for growing a successful garden. Part of the Garden Series. Preregistration encouraged, but walk-ins welcome. To register call OSU Extension office, 440-834-4656. Make checks payable to OSU Extension and mail to P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. At the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. March 19: 2015 Pond Clinic 6 to 8 p.m. at Learn to manage your pond. Featured speakers provide pond management strategies to minimize algal blooms, identify and manage aquatic plants and more. At Centerville Mills Dining Hall, 8558 Crackel Road in Chagrin Falls (44023). Register at Geauga SWCD, 440-834-1122 or email gprunty@geaugaswcd.com by March 16. March 21: Geauga Bow Pot ‘O’ Luck Shoot 6 to 9 p.m. Competitive archery fun and a chance to take home some of the ‘money pot.’ Registration required. Geauga Bow and Outdoor Sports, 15622 West H. Street in Middlefield (44062) 440-632-1245, www.geaugabow.com. March 25: Top 10 Ways to Make Your Landscape Easier to Maintain 7 to 9 p.m. $15. Gardening is an activity that many love, but as the years pass, our time, desire and physical abilities may be strained. Jeff Griff, third generation owner of Lowe’s Greenhouse will look at issues commonly found in landscapes that unnecessarily add to gardening workloads and discuss practical methods to make gardening easier. Part of the Garden Series. Preregistration encouraged, but walk-ins welcome. To register call OSU Extension office, 440-834-4656. Make checks payable to OSU Extension and mail to P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. At the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. March 27: God Shares a Meal 4 to 6:30 p.m. Free meal, all are welcome. At First United Methodist Church, 14999 Route 608, Middlefield Handicap accessible. 440632-0480. March 27: Fish Fry 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $9, kids 5 to 10 years $5, desserts extra. Alternate kids meals available. Fish, fries or baked potato, coleslaw, beverage. Sponsored by Parkman Boy Scout Troop 4076. Parkman Community House 16295 Main Market Road. (44080).
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March 7: Sugarhouse Dinner 5 to 6:30 p.m. Buy pre-sale tickets in church office Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adults $12, $14 at door by March 1. $15 ages 6 through 12, preschool free. Maple glazed ham, salad bar, maple desserts, beverages. At First United Methodist Church Social Hall, 14999 Route 608, Middlefield Handicap accessible, 440-632-0480. March 27: God Shares a Meal 4 to 6:30 p.m. Free meal, all are welcome. At First United Methodist Church, 14999 Route 608, Middlefield Handicap accessible,0 440-632-0480.
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Geauga Park District encourages all county residents to complete its community survey to help guide its ongoing strategic planning by providing an updated picture of what they all want to see and do while visiting the parks. The survey, posted at http://bit.ly/gpdsurvey2015, is open now through Tuesday, March 31. It is limited to only be taken once per computer, and adults are asked to limit their participation to one response per person. Those with multiple adults but only one computer in the household may request a paper copy of the survey by calling 440-286-9516. Why a survey? “Surveys will not only tell us about public needs, interests, concerns,
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Dean Takes Pie In The Face For a Cause
Reina Taylor (back left) who works in admissions at KSU Geauga threw a pie at interim Dean Jarrod Tudor (front left) on Feb. 23 helping to raise funds for United Way in Geauga County. Mascot Flash on the right.
KSU mascot Flash, John Granny, Dave Day and interim Dean Jarrod Tudor all participated in the fund raiser for United Way on Feb. 23.
On Feb. 23, students and faculty at Kent State Geauga stepped up to raise funds for the Geauga branch of the United Way by either throwing or taking pies in the face for the cause. “These special event dollars raised through Kent State will be used to help communitywide needs within Geauga County,” said Kathleen Munch, resource development and communication manager for United Way. Interim Dean Jarrod Tudor and John Granny, director of operations and business services, along with others from the faculty faced pies for the cause. “We at Kent State Geauga are thrilled to renew our relationship with United Way,” said interim Dean Jarrod Tudor. “It is a great work that United Way does and we are looking to raise $5,000 with this kickoff “pie in the face” event.” Many students donated money and then took aim. Kent State mascot, Flash, was on scene for photos. To give to the United Way contact Kathleen at 216-4362042 or email kmunch@uws.org.
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Linda Bradshaw being toted around on horse-drawn sled. (MP Photos/Mandy Boggs)
Horsing Around for a Good Cause
By Mandy Boggs Inc, of Burton donated their services of snow removal and salting the parking lot so that attendees and their horses could arrive safely. Bradshaw is known for keeping things fun despite the weather. He made sure everyone had fun with a variety of games including one that got quite a few laughs. His "Egg Toss" contest didn't use any eggs; instead you had to throw frozen horse droppings! For those who were not quite brave enough for the Egg Participants waiting to start the “Egg Toss” competition. Toss, he took both Stables of Burton. The Annual St. Jude's kids and adults sledding behind his horses. Indoor Trail Ride event was held at Rich This was one of the favorite challenges that Bradshaw's stables located at the Geauga made the best of the weather and heavy County Fairgrounds. This event was held snow fall. With the generosity of local in the indoor arena where riders were challenged to ride as many laps as they wanted while navigating games and obstacles. There was food, raffles and other ac tivities for entertainment. After being cancelled once due to t h e we a t h e r, Bradshaw considered Participants catching “eggs” on horseback in the “Egg Toss” competition. canceling it sponsors and the donations, over $2,400 again the day before when temperatures was raised on Saturday with 100 percent were twenty degrees below zero. There being donated to St. Jude Children's were no other available dates so he decided Research Hospital. Bradshaw is known to go ahead with it and hoped a few people in the community for bringing people would attend. Saturday morning was just together and supporting those in need. as cold and had a steady snow fall but that Rich and Linda Bradshaw want to thank didn't stop locals from Geauga County everyone who attended and donated! If and surroundings areas from showing anyone would like to add a contribution, their support. Seventy people attended, please e-mail rbradshawarena@gmail. including families and those just wanting com. To check out the photo gallery from to come out and join the fun. Not everyone this event please visit their Facebook page took part in riding laps around the indoor www.Facebook.com/RichBradshawTraining. arena, but many came to share the food and purchase Chinese auction tickets, hoping Mandy Boggs is an avid equestrian who was to win some of the wonderful items up for born and raised in Geauga County. She has a auction that had been donated. At least marketing and graphic design business and six families dug out their horse trailers and is a freelance writer in her spare time. She has brought their horses over to join the fun. numerous horses and two Great Danes. Vinecourt Landscaping & Gas Line Service On Feb. 21 more than 70 people braved the frigid temperatures to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for a benefit event put on by Rich Bradshaw Training
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replacement wouldn’t think of doing Frosty snow covered hills, children something as risky as getting on a sled and speeding by on little sleds, billows of frosty zooming down an icy hill. No, a sensible air floating out of their squealing mouths. woman wouldn’t, but that day I don’t I looked around and smiled to myself, believe I qualified as sensible. I just couldn’t remembering the days when this scene resist the temptation and finally nodded to would have lured me to join the crowd my grandson and said, “Let’s go.” down the slick paths. Little did I know that The hill from the top looked innocent, my thoughts would soon turn into reality. not too steep and perfectly harmless, but My family, including three energetic looks can be very great grandsons were deceiving. It was gathered together for faster and bumpier some outdoor fun and than I thought it invited me along. My would be and took days of adventure and less than a minute to sled riding were in the reach the bottom. I past. I just wanted to believe my screams watch with interest and are still resounding sometimes fear for the somewhere in Medina safety of the little ones. County. I completed I looked the other the ride unscathed and way as the 3-year-old began the long walk sailed along with no up the hill. regard to any dangers I’m sure I could that may lurk ahead. “I have used a little must be getting old,” common sense, I theorized. I don’t considered my age remember being that and physical history, anxious when our and stayed home in own children played my recliner but I would outdoors and took to have sadly missed their sleds. The afternoon was Ellie Behman sledding with her eldest the smiles on the rosy cheeked little boys, sunny, and not as cold grandson. and also sharing a fun as one would expect. day outdoors with family. My daughter had snacks, juice and a winter picnic was soon underway. I was warm and Opportunities such as this come but comfortable but I wondered where those once in a while and if we pass them up they days of excitement had gone? may never present themselves again. Then, out of the blue, my eldest While I received an invitation to enjoy grandson said, “Hey Grama, how about another sled ride I declined, deciding that going down on a sled with me? I looked I better leave well enough alone and not up and began to protest but the invitation press my luck, at least not on that day. I was appealing for some reason. One more simply smiled over at my grandson and time? Maybe. Then I remembered my said, “Well, I crossed that off my bucket list.” husband’s concerned comment before I The spills are now tougher, the hills are left, “Please don’t go down the hill Ellie.” rougher, but I’m here to say the thrills didn’t After all, common sense would dictate suffer. that a sensible woman who had knee
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Guru teaches wisdom. There are good and bad Gurus, and seekers too! Here is my observation on how to tell difference. A good guru gives an answer to a seeker (whether the seeker likes the answer or not) and then expects the seeker to go away! A bad guru tells the seeker, “I know the answer and you must come to my camp and do what I say!” A bad guru intentionally disrespects the seekers interest to look elsewhere. A willing seeker asks a question and goes away to contemplate. A defiant seeker will ask a question and stick around to ask another, then another and yet another, not leaving and never gaining a ‘satisfactory’ answer. Shift to a less mystical more scientific venue: good doctor, bad doctor. The word doctor means to teach. A good doctor will listen to a patient then give an answer (whether the patient likes it or not) sending the patient on their way. A good doctor encourages the patient to investigate options – and will entertain the most outlandishness ideas as to possible causes and remedies. A willing patient will take the recommendation, interject it with their lifestyle and observe the result. A defiant patient will resist recommendations, ask for more, resist treatment, refuse to acknowledge results and continue to feel ill. A bad doctor tells a patient what the doctor believes (regardless of what the doctor learned) (regardless of research) (and regardless of what the patient says),
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Geauga Senior Center Programs Middlefield Senior Center in collaboration with the Middlefield Library is offering a Senior Book Discussion the second Friday of each month at the Middlefield Library from 11 a.m. to noon. The book on March 13 will be “The Glass Castle” by Jeanette Walls. Reserve a book by calling the Middlefield Library, 440-632-1961. For questions call Middlefield Senior Center. Middlefield Senior Center is hosting a Women’s Safety Day for senior women on March 20 that will be held in the classroom at Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, 14855 N. State Ave in Middlefield. Zeniel Martinez a certified Security Specialist will teach a variety of topics including scams, identity theft, credit card fraud, personal and home safety will be addressed. Cost is $10 which includes catered lunch. Call the Middlefield Senior Center, 440-632-0611 to RSVP by March 6.. Middlefield Senior Center is offering a Strength, Stretch and Sweat Class every Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. focusing on three elements for a great senior work out. There will be 20 minutes strengthening muscles, 20 minutes of cardio and 20 minutes warm up, cool down and stretching. Call the Center for details. Are you a senior who needs to start exercising but doesn’t know what you would like to do? The Department on Aging and the Geauga YMCA are collaborating in this” Scaredy Cat” Fitness Class that gives you the opportunity to try five different exercise classes. You’ll try Cardio Combo, Y Cycle, Senior Strength, Stretch/Step/Sculpt and Silver Sneakers Yoga each on a different Wednesday of April from 2 to 3 p.m. Cost is $25 for non-members $20 for YMCA Members. Call 279-2131 to sign up today. On April 1 at 1:30 p.m. we will have an introduction to YMCA and take tour. The Geauga County Department on Aging in collaboration with Ignite Sports Center will offer a beginner lesson in Pickle Ball. Pickle ball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. It is played with a smaller racquet and a whiffle ball. Classes will be held Mondays in April from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Ignite Sports Center, 510 Center St., Chardon. To register or for more information at 440-279-2131. “Fighting against Parkinson’s” a non-contact boxing and fitness class is for recently diagnosed or those with early onset Parkinson’s disease. This class will provide non-contact boxing style fitness program working on strength, speed, balance and flexibility through a variety of exercises and core conditioning. Classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays at Ignite Sports Center in Chardon from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Register at 440-279-2137. Monday Morning Nutrition Series: A variety of programs geared towards healthy living. Call for current list of presentations and times. March 4: Household Habits for Healthy Water: Participants will “make and take” a nontoxic household cleaner. Free, hosted by the Geauga County Department on Aging, Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, and Local Emergency Planning Committee. March 4: It’s All About the Money. Presented by Barb Matthews from the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services. Mention money and we feel good if we have it, bad if we don’t. Learn how to handle the stress if you have too much or not enough money. March 25: Life Long Health. “Drop Those Fries and Move Those Thighs” is this month’s University Hospitals health presentation. Bone Density Screenings to follow presentation. Geauga Parks Amphibian Awakenings. Middlefield March 18, Thompson March 26. The Middlefield Senior Center is located at 15820 Ridgewood Drive (44062) 440632-0166.
Library Food Drive Geauga County Public Libraries are collecting food for Geauga families in need throughout the month of March. Collection bins will be set up at Bainbridge Library, Chardon Library, Geauga West Library in Chesterland, Middlefield Library, Newbury Library Station and Thompson Library Station for nonperishable food items. See www.GeaugaLibrary.net for addresses and contact information. All food, toiletries and cleaning supplies collected at GCPL locations will stay in Geauga County. The Geauga Hunger Task Force has been in existence since 1977 and is a volunteerdriven organization whose mission is to ensure that no resident of Geauga County goes hungry. The Task Force operates seven food pantries that provide help to families in need. Anyone in need of food assistance is encouraged to call 2-1-1 First Call for Help. Families are provided with 10 days of nutritious food. There is no restriction as to age, employment status or family size. The GHTF is supported by generous residents, churches, schools, businesses and community organizations.
March 4, 2015
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