March 28, 2012
Inside This Issue ...
Vol. 6 No. 12
EGGstravagant Egg Hunts
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And the Winning Snowmen Are ... See page 2 for our readers’ picks
tep out in Middlefield on March 31 for a free Easter Egg Hunt where children will scour the park to find eggs filled with candy and prizes. Three special eggs will contain tickets to be turned in for $15, $25 and $50 gift certificates! No one leaves empty handed. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos with the kids! 11 a.m. sharp at Mineral Lake Park at the corners of Sperry Lane and Lake Avenue. Call Middlefield Recreation for more information, 440-632-5248. Burton Village’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place, rain or shine on Saturday, April 7 in Burton Village Park on the south end of the square. The hunt will start with the sound of a siren promptly at 11 a.m. Children, ages 1 through 6 are eligible to participate. It is believed the Burton Easter Egg Hunt is the oldest in Geauga County and was traced back to 1959. This event takes place every year due to the generous donations of local organizations, businesses and individuals. Lee and Jane Koroshes, who purchase the cookies, crackers, candy and prizes, organize the Hunt. Prizes for each of three age groups are 30 eggs and a special marked egg that wins a grand prize. The Easter Bunny will hop into the park to greet the kids and be available for pictures, so bring your camera.
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Parkman Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by the Parkman Chamber of Commerce. It is at 11 a.m. at Overlook Park, Saturday, April 7 for toddlers through sixth graders. For more information visit www.parkmanohio.com. Bring a basket or bag to put the goodies in for all locations – happy hunting.
A Sneak Peek at The Amish Heritage Center
“Out ‘N’ About” in our Community Pages 12-13
Vote for Your Favorite Maple Recipe Page 21
Post Photo / Lee Koroshes
eauga County has banded together to support those who have been affected by the recent tragedy that took place at Chardon High School on Feb. 27. The healing fund, which was established to aid in the healing of the Chardon community, has, thus far, raised over $580,000. Due to the potential long-term side effects of this tragedy, this fund will be open indefinitely. Deposits in the name of Chardon Healing Fund can be made at any PNC Banking Office or by mailing to: United Way Services of Geauga County, 209 Center St. Unit H, Chardon, OH 44024. Give instantly with a simple text message at text2give through AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint and Verizon carrier services. Text CHARDON to 85944 and a $10 donation will be made and charged on your billing statement. Or, visit www.uwsgc.org to donate online. Click on the Chardon Hilltoppers commemorative ribbon. Your generosity and prayers are holding up the Chardon community as they try to cope and heal. Thank you.
he Amish Heritage Center is a collaboration between Amish and English Stakeholders to create a center in Middlefield that educates a broad cross section of English, Amish and foreign visitors on the History of the North East Ohio Amish Settlement and their contribution to the economy of the state of Ohio. The center will provide quarterly changing exhibits in one of the galleries, along with educational interactive programs demonstrating significant facets of Amish life both past and present. With several leading North American Amish scholars as advisory board members, the project will maintain cultural resonance for the Amish, and provide English and foreign visitors insight into this culture. A rich cultural diversity will be achieved at the center, helping the visitor understand the Amish and how they have evolved since arriving to the state in 1886. There will be an Amish wedding dinner with live and silent auction to benefit the Amish Heritage Center on Friday, April 13 at Joe’s Window Shop, corner of Shedd Road and Route 168 at 5 p.m. (Carryout available from 3:30 - 5 p.m.) To read more about the Amish Heritage Center see the cover of Plain Country inside this paper.
Join us in the fight against cancer.
2012 Relay for Life of Middlefield If you are interested in joining the event planning committee or would like more information about starting a team, we welcome you to our next meeting, March 29 at 7 p.m. at Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 14780 Mayfield Road, East Claridon (44033), or contact Kelly Davis at 888-227-6446 extension 1218 or email Kelly.Davis@cancer.org.
Countdown! Only 52 days until Relay for Life in Middlefield.
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My name is Jonathan Kleve. I am an 11th grader at NDCL. As part of my theology class, I am studying social justice. We were assigned to do a project in which we demonstrate our comprehension of social justice. For it, I need to perform some sort of service which relates to my topic of water pollution. So I decided to write an article explaining social justice and its relation to the issue of water pollution. I am sending this article to you in hopes that you will publish it and thus I can inspire others to make a change in their own lives. Social justice is the idea of creating a society in which human rights and dignity is upheld. It is based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, one principal of which is Care for God’s Creation. It involves being stewards of the earth and caring for all of God’s creation. This relates to caring for the environment and my topic, which is water pollution. By keep the waters of the earth clean we help those around the world that depend on water for life or a job. We as humans are called to rule over all of God’s other creations. This entails that we care for it; therefore water pollution is a lack of respect for God’s creation and God Himself. Humans, as God’s special creations, have been given dominion over the rest of the earth. Dominion, however, does not mean indiscriminate destruction of creation. Rather, it means responsible stewardship that involves both respect and care. Some simple steps people can take to reduce water pollution are conserve water by turning off the tap when running water is not needed such as when brushing your teeth, be careful about what you throw down your sink or toilet, use environmentally friendly household products, do not overuse pesticides or fertilizers, don’t litter, and pick up any stray trash you see lying around. These simple acts can make a difference, starting with your own yard and reaching out to the rest of the world. We can make a difference. Thank you, Jonathan Kleve
And the Winning Snowmen Are ... Congratulations to the first place winner was #4, Isaac Hickin. Isaac wins four skate passes including skate rental to The Pond Ice Rink in Auburn Township. Our second place winner is #5, Aayah Bdour. Aayah wins a “Bowling Party for Four” a $25 value from SkyLane Bowling in Garrettsville. Our third place winner was #6, created by Betty, Rhonda, Ruthie & David Byler who win a Zeppe’s family pack which includes an extra large one topping pizza, one pound of wings, large tossed salad, order of twists and two-litre bottle of pop. Each snowman entry will receive two skate passes, skate rental not included, compliments of The Pond Ice Rink.
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Mangia Mangia Newbury Printing Company & More
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BP Gas Station – Cross Cut Country Store JD’s Post House – Frozen Delight Graham’s Country Store
Snowman Contest Photo Winner............. 02 A Look Back in Time.................................... 03 Health Pages . ........................................ 06-09 Senior Living................................................. 07 Reading Room.............................................. 10 Cardinal Local Schools ............................... 11 From the Firehouse..................................... 12 Out ‘N’ About.......................................... 12-13 Community Calendar.................................. 14
In Memoriam................................................ 15 Easter Service Directory ............................ 16 Church Events.............................................. 16 Easter Pages . ......................................... 16-17 Pathways to Faith . ...................................... 17 The Rolling Green........................................ 19 4-H Update.................................................... 20 Anything Maple Recipe Contest .............. 21 Classifieds............................................... 22-23
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Jerry Elliott - The Tax Man.................. 14 John’s Photography............................. 11 Journey Health Care & Chiro. .............. 08 Kent State University Geauga.......... 04 Kleve Insurance Agency..................... 04 Kurtz Salvage......................................... 17 Main St. Grille......................................... 10 Middlefield Cheese.............................. 16 Middlefield Cheese Co-op................ 17 Middlefield Clinic................................. 7,8 Mullet’s Footwear................................. 17 Newbury Printing Co & More........... 16 Ole Towne Grille.................................... 14 Parkman Chamber............................... 14 Pleasant Hill Home............................... 09 Preschool Smarts.................................. 14 Preston Superstore.............................. 13 Quest for Health.................................... 24 Retro Al’s Internet Café....................... 03 Russell Funeral Service....................... 15 Selinick Transmission Co.................... 16 Sheffield Monuments......................... 15 Sitko Counseling................................... 08 SkyLane Bowling.................................. 11
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Zeppe’s Pizzeria..................................... 18 AJ&J Roll-Off Containers.................... 03 Battaglia Construction Inc................. 02 C. A. Miller Custom Woodwork............ 02 C&B Recycling........................................ 05 CCM Rental............................................. 07 Cottonpicker’s Quilt Shop................. 04 D&S Farm & Garden............................. 04 Eco Water/Servisoft............................. 04 End of the Commons.......................... 05 Garrettsville Hardware........................ 06 Geauga Landscape.............................. 08 Grand River Rental............................... 06 Grandma’s Garden............................... 06 Hauser Services..................................... 07 Hill Hardware......................................... 04 Joe’s Saw Shop...................................... 07 Lakeside Sand & Gravel...................... 04 Max Herr Well Drilling......................... 07
Merryfield Electric Inc......................... 02 Newbury Sandblast. & Painting.......... 04 OAR Windows........................................ 06 Orwell Window & Door....................... 05 Pinecraft Home & Garden Show......... 03 RadioActive Electronics...................... 05 Sears Hometown Store....................... 06 Scheid’s.................................................... 02 Stankus..................................................... 06 The Craft Cupboard............................. 04 Tim Frank Septic Tank Clean. Co...... 03 Tiny Stitches........................................... 04 Town-n-Country Pavers...................... 02 Triple S Construction........................... 07 Urban Growers...................................... 01 Watson’s 87 Furniture.......................... 02 Western Reserve Pole Building Co..03 Windsor Stairs and Millwork............. 02
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Chair Volleyball Monday - Wednesday and Friday 1 p.m. Tuesday and Friday 10:30 am. Yoga Class every Tuesday 1 p.m. Class in chair or on your own mat. Healthy Counties Healthy Seniors - Wednesday, April 4. University Hospital Geauga Medical Center will conduct health screenings of height, weight, blood sugar, cholesterol and bone density. Appointments required, call Senior Center. Mind Bending Trivia every Monday, 10 a.m. Volunteering is good for you 12:30 p.m, Wednesday April 11. Remembering the Titanic 10 a.m. Monday April 9, at Chagrin Falls Center. Diabetic Support Group Meeting - 12:30p.m. Tuesday April 10. Guest speaker from the Diabetic Partnership. Spa Day - 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 11. Wanda, by appointment for manicures, pedicures and toe nail clipping. Call for pricing or appointments. Hearing Loss Presentation at noon on Monday April 16. Hawkins Hearing Center will discuss hearing loss in seniors. Changing Times, Changing Community - 11 a.m. Wednesday April 18 . Dr. Kessinger, Podiatrist - 10 a.m. Friday April 20. Appointments required. Blood Pressure Check - 10:30 a.m Wednesday April 25. Conducted by Burton Healthcare. Middlefield Senior Center is having an Open House Friday May 4. Refreshments, door prizes all day. RSVP for transit or lunch must be in by April 20. Summertime Bean Bag Baseball starts in May, call for information. 15820 Ridgewood Dr. 440-632-0611.
Woman Can Build It Habitat for Humanity Women Build is a program that unites, empowers and educates women. It reaches out to those who have the desire, ability and resources to raise funds, walls and hopes for a better future for local families in need. Through Women Build, women have the opportunity to volunteer in a nontraditional capacity with other women while gaining confidence and skills to lay bricks, pound nails, raise walls and create hope. Building a Habitat home is also a tangible way to pay it forward in your community. Time and time again we hear from women, “I would love to help build a Habitat home but I just wouldn’t feel comfortable learning how to build with all men.” A Women Build eliminates this element of fear and creates an atmosphere of confidence and empowerment by limiting the amount of men on a Women Build site to just those that need to be there to teach and guide the build. Women Build is not about excluding men; it is about including women. Since 1998 more than 1,400 Women Build houses across the country have been built. The cost to purchase land and building materials for a Habitat home is approximately $120,000. Geauga County Habitat for Humanity is now seeking businesses, organizations and volunteers to participate in this year’s Women Build and help raise the funds to build a home in June 2012. Individual women builders are being asked to raise $500 each. Geauga Habitat for Humanity will help participants come up with a variety of ways and to help you reach your fundraising goals. Women Build
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Geauga County Jobs and Family Services is seeking donations for the Summer Camp/ Activity Program. The program matched over 140 children to summer programs in 2011. Foster children receive first priority. Donations also assist with fees to participate in after school “pay to participate” activities, dance camps, little league baseball, football and basketball camps, YMCA camps, music lessons, soccer, cheerleading, and karate. Make checks payable to Special Services with “Summer Camp” in the memo portion of the check. Send to Geauga County Job and Family Services, P.O. Box 309, Chardon, OH 44024. Call Sara at 440-285-9141.
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The Better Business Bureau investigates thousands of scams every year, and I’m sure many of us have been the targets of these crooks. The BBB encourages us to be on the lookout - there seems to be new ones perpetrated every day. Home Improvement Scams. Near the top of the BBB complaint list are home improvement contractors who leave homes worse than they found them. They may knock on your door with a deal – the roofer who spots missing shingles on your roof or the paver with leftover asphalt who can give you a great deal on resealing your driveway. The worst are those who move in after a natural disaster, taking advantage of desperate homeowners who need immediate help and may not be as suspicious as they would be under normal circumstances. You can find legitimate, trustworthy and dependable home contractors under Accredited Businesses at www.bbb.org/search. Check Cashing Scams. Two legitimate companies, Craig’s List and Western Union, are used for scamming, especially check cashing scams. Someone contacts you via a Craig’s List posting, for a reason like buying your old couch. They send you a check for more than the amount they owe you, ask you to deposit it into your bank account and send them the difference via Western Union. A deposited check takes a couple of days to clear, but wired money is gone instantly. When the check bounces, you are out the money you wired and you’re still stuck with the old couch. Phishing Scams. “Phishing” is when you receive a suspicious phone call asking for personal information or an e-mail that puts a virus on your computer to hunt for your data. The most malicious phishing scam this year disguised itself as official communication from NACHA, the National Automated Clearing House Association, which facilitates the secure transfer of billions of electronic transactions yearly. The e-mail claims one of your transactions did not go through, and urges you to click on the link. It may take you to a fake banking site and ask you to “verify” your account information. It may also download malware to infiltrate your computer. Identity Theft Scams. There are a million ways to steal an identity. This is so prevalent that many hotels post warnings in their lobbies. Here’s how it works: You get a call in your hotel room in the middle of the night from the apologetic front desk clerk, who says the computer crashed and they need your credit card number, or they must have gotten the number wrong because the transaction won’t go through. They ask you to read the number so they can fix the problem. Scammers are counting on you being too sleepy to catch that the call isn’t from the hotel, but from someone outside who knows the direct-dial numbers for the guest rooms. By morning, your credit card has been on a major shopping spree. Financial Scams. Many people are looking for help getting out of debt. The federal government announced several mortgage relief programs this year; so all kinds of sound-alike Web sites have popped up that sound like a government agency, or
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Since writing about my high blood pressure (HBP) and hypothyroid finding, I controlled my HBP using Hawthorn, an organic multi-B, an organic multi-mineral, and an organic cardio supplement. My blood pressure reduced and held to 140/84. Synthetic supplements won’t do this. After eliminating salt with no effect on my HBP, I used salt again and saw no effect. The only research on salt indicated salt either has no effect or may lower HBP. As I indicated in the last article, my lifestyle does not support HBP. My family history includes cardiac events before age 50 and kidney problems. Except for recent HBP and hypothyroidism, at age 50, I am healthy. My blood test results follow. The inflammatory markers (CRP, Homocysteine, ESR) were low indicating no inflammation. According to research and cardiac specialists, the number one cause of cardiac events in America is inflammation, not cholesterol. Vitamin D was 59 (‘normal’ is 30 - 100); I take 8000 IU D3 daily. One benefit of D (a natural ACE inhibitor), it lowers HBP. On the CMP test, Creatinine was high indicating kidney stress. Serum ferritin and TIBC were normal. Iron and B12 were too high; and Folate was so high it exceeded the maximum test value. The past nine months I used an herbal Iron/B12/Folate supplement. Too much iron thickens the blood and challenges kidney function. GFR (kidney filtration rate) was too low. The kidneys have a ‘sensor’ to monitor blood pressure; if it drops, they release a hormone, Renin. The liver converts renin to Angiotensin I, the lungs convert that to Angiotensin II, which is the most potent blood pressurizing hormone produced to push more blood to the kidney. ACE inhibitor drugs (and vitamin D) block the lungs from converting to Angiotenson II. Bottom line - I have HBP to save the kidneys, which are clogging up from too much Iron, B12, and Folate! CBC was unremarkable meaning all my red and white blood cells were balanced. My cholesterol was 277; which is not bad despite drug claims. There is research
indicating that cholesterol less than 160 increases a risk for depression and suicide. Cholesterol over 270 indicates the liver is compensating for something. Triglycerides were high at 172, but with fasting glucose at 87 and HbA1c at 5.2, I don’t have diabetes. HDL and LDL were fine. Bottom line: my liver is compensating for something. Excess iron stresses the liver, which in my case likely resulted in cholesterol and triglyceride increases as a protective action. Drugging the liver, forcing it into dysfunction to lower cholesterol, when the liver is increasing cholesterol for a reason is dangerous. Excess iron messes up gut flora causing digestion problems, which I am experiencing. Excess iron (and hypothyroid) may cause hair loss; another recent issue I experienced. I self induced HBP by slowing kidney filtration and caused liver problems from excess Iron/B12/Folate, which I took because of a personal history of occasional Iron anemia. Solution: stop the Iron/B12/Folate; take Arginine to improve kidney filtration; take a kidney supplement (literally kidney in a tablet) to support the kidney; and take a Probiotic to restore digestive function; finish taking my HBP supplements until they run out, and monitor blood pressure, which I expect to reduce to normal within a few weeks. I may consider liver support, but not yet. I may drink coffee again if it acts as a diuretic. I’ll report the results next time. HBP does not come from a lack of drugs. Drugs do not ‘cure’ HBP. Drugs control HBP so the doctor and patient can find the cause, make changes, and get off the drugs. This is how health care works -because healthy people do not use drugs. Health requires honesty and a grown-up sense of responsibility to make changes for the sake of health. I will live to write about my hypothyroidism next. Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Road, Auburn Township. Call him at 440543-2771, or e-mail drfakadej@hotmail.com.
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I needed to lose weight but when an urge to eat hit me I could only resist it for a short time. I ate until I made myself sick, became very upset and before I knew it I would be eating again. I checked into Desensitization of Triggers and Urge Reprocessing (DeTUR). It’s different than anything I’ve ever tried before. I was skeptical but had nothing to lose so I made an appointment. The 7 days after my first session were difficult, but I could stop after having a reasonable amount of food. After seven sessions of DeTUR, the urges are gone. I have lost at least 70 pounds so far. To learn more, come to a free 60 minute presentation about how Desensitization of Triggers and Urge Reprocessing (DeTUR) works on Thursday, March 29 at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. or on Saturday, March 31 at 10 a.m. Limit 10 people. Registration required. Directions to the Hiram seminar will be given when a reservation is made. Contact me, Jamie Sitko, M.Ed., Professional Counselor – Clinical Resident at 330-687-5483 or Jamie@sitkocounseling.com. All inquiries confidential, www.sitkocounseling.com.
Bonding with Breastfeeding The breastfeeding support group is free and open to all breastfeeding and pregnant women. Sponsored by Geauga County WIC Program. April 3, 10 a.m. to noon, Middlefield Public Library 16167 East High St. (44062). April 26, 10 a.m. to noon, UH Geauga Medical Center’s Education Center 13207 Ravenna Road, (44024). Call 440-7893819.
Free NAMI Class NAMI Geauga County’s free Family to Family program informs and supports those with a loved one struggling with mental illness. The class meets 12 Saturdays at Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland (44026) from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Materials provided free. Registration required. www.nami.org/sites/namigeauga, 440-286-6264.
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UFOs Wednesday, April 18, 7 p.m. Thomas Wertman, Chief Field Investigator for Mutual UFO Network of Ohio (MUFON), will discuss investigating UFOs and prominent sightings in Ohio. Joe the Coupon Guy Wednesday, May 9, 7 p.m. Joe Daugirdas shares his secrets for paying less for everything from soup to nuts to cruises. Maximize your savings and become a savvy shopper. This program is essential in these hard economic times.
Youth Programming Poems that Stick Grades K to 5, Thursday, April 5, 4 p.m. We’ll share funny poems and create magnetic poetry to take home.
Middlefield Writer’s Group Tuesdays, April 3 and 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Improve your writing skills, work toward publication, or have your writing critiqued.
Write Now Teen Writers Group Wednesday, April 11, 3 p.m. Share your creative writing endeavors and get inspired at this writers’ group just for teens.
Book Discussion Thursday, April 12, 6:30 p.m. Share and discuss your opinion of “House Rules” by Jodi Piccoult.
Family Movie Night Friday, April 13, 6:45 p.m. Call the library for current movie selection. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Introduction to Facebook Monday, April 16, 6:30 p.m. This class introduces beginners to Facebook and provides hands-on experience. Also suitable for those confused by changes in Facebook. Help in registering for a Facebook account
Dear Diary Teen program Thursday, April 19, 3 p.m. Create a journal and get tips on writing your story. Middlefield Library 16167 E. High St. 44062. 440-632-1961.
Burton Library Edible Book Festival
The Burton Public Library will host an Edible Book Festival March 31 from 11 a.m. to noon. The Edible Book Festival is celebrated world-wide every year on or around April Fool’s Day. The object is to make, document, and then eat an edible book. All ages are welcome to make something edible that represents a book. It can be a cake, a sandwich, or anything else you can think of. Make your book at home and bring it to the library at 11 a.m. March 31. There will be prizes for funniest, most book-like, and most creative. For ideas, visit www. books2eat.com, click on “albums” to view edible books from festivals around the world. If you can’t make an edible book at home, come anyway. We’ll have “books” you can decorate. (Books decorated at the Library are not eligible for prizes.) Call 440-834-4466 to register.
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In the Preschool smARTs program, children develop life-long learning skills in reading, writing, science and math through art, creative activities, and exploration.The program is designed for the individual child to learn at his or her own pace. The program is flexible so your child can attend one day or all three. Every week focuses on a letter and every subject evolves around that letter’s sounds and identification. We play letter detective and go around the school to find objects that begin with our letter of the week. The creativity and possibilities are endless because we focus on a letter and the children’s imaginations run wild. We have music class and outdoor exploration. Creative movement involves dance, exercise and play with obstacle courses set up to encourage gross motor activities. The large, beautiful and bright preschool is 3,000 square feet with individual play and learning areas in a home-like setting. An enclosed outside deck area with sand and water tables serves as an additional classroom. There is also a large yard for running and games. The smARTs program is Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to noon for ages 3 to 5. Enroll now for summer sessions taking place from 1 - 4 p.m. beginning July 9 - Aug. 3. Fall session begins Sept.10. Visit www.misscarstudio.com. The Preschool smARTs program takes place in the big red building behind the Burton library 14595 Baird St. in Burton (44021). Call Carlene Exline (Miss Car) with questions 440-313-8012. Editors Note: The Preschool smARTs Web site address was incorrect in the March 7 issue. The correct Web site address is www.misscarstudio.com.
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Front row (l-r): Breana Noble, Raevyn Duris, Emily Kruse, Haley Adams, Maggie Clark. Back row (l-r): Kayli Staric, Julianne Carney, Cindy Detweiler, Coach Kruse, Michelle Michael, Kailyn Vontorcik, Kathryn Dhayer. Post Photo/John’s Photography.
CMS Eighth Grade Girls Basketball
The eighth grade CMS girls recently finished their season by winning two out of three games in the CVC tournament. They won the consolation game against their rival Newbury to finish third out of the six teams entered. Overall the girls finished the season with a record of 8-10, with several of the losses coming in extremely close games. Coach Luke Kruse was proud of the way the girls improved as the season progressed and hustled in every game. He thinks they will be very successful at the JV and Varsity levels if they stay together and keep improving, as every player contributed to the team in a positive way this season. The following players were recognized with individual accomplishments for their performance this season: Leadership Award, Haley Adams; Overall Player, Emily Kruse and Julianne Carney; Top Defender, Maggie Clark; Hustle Award, Kathryn Dhayer and Most Improved, Kayli Staric.
“Uniting the world with numbers,” is the motto of World Math Day, an online math competition that six, seventh and eighth graders at Cardinal Middle School participated in March 7. The online competition has students playing computerized one minute mental math games with other students from countries around the world. This year 1.57 million students from over 100 different countries participated in World Math Day and answered a total of 293,571,830 correct answers. Awards were given to CMS students at each grade level for the greatest accuracy, the highest score in one game, and the most competition points. In sixth grade, Anna Avalon, Amanda Gingerich, and Mark Miller all tied with for the highest accuracy at 95 percent. Tim Boyd, Hayden Cummins, and Nick Stupka tied for the highest score in a single game with 36 correct answers. Nathan Dhayer was the highest scorer with 962 total points. In the seventh grade Doug McIntosh had the highest accuracy with 98 percent. McKinzy Rupp earned both the highest score in one game with 57 correct answers and the highest completion score not only in the seventh grade, but the entire school with a score of 2,017 points. In eighth grade students competed in two different age categories: 11-13 age group and 14-18 age group. Students with the greatest accuracy were Jocelyn Bowling (11-13) with 99 percent accuracy and Breonna Barker (14-18) with 98 percent accuracy. Caitlin Lechene (11-13) had the highest one game score with 61 correct answers along with Ken Peterson (14-18) with 46 correct answers. The highest point totals in the eighth grade were Jocelyn Bowling (11-13) with 1,590 points and Jonathon Anderson (14-18) with 981 points.
Mardi Gras at CHS
Mardi Gras 2012 was a great success! Masks were made, beads were worn and French baguette sandwiches were eaten. A homemade, traditional Mardi Gras king’s cake and beignets were also enjoyed courtesy of Tasia Rought.
Science at CIS
Fifth graders in Ms. Duchscherer’s class concluded a science unit on energy by building cars with solar powered batteries and testing them in the gym to see whose car would run the longest.
2012 GCCTM Math Contest
The 2012 GCCTM Math Contest was held at Cardinal Middle School on Saturday, March 3 to stimulate interest in mathematics among middle-school students. Students who are mathematically talented were able to find a broader field of competition, a chance to apply their knowledge, and a chance to meet other students with similar interests. Students worked in teams of three on four events during the contest. CMS teams competed against approximately 40 other students from two area schools. CMS was represented by two teams of seventh graders and two teams of eighth graders. The eighth grade team of Kayli Staric, Justin Warren, and Marissa Vidal won a medal, the highest award at the tournament. The second eighth grade team of Emily Kruse, Michelle Michael, and Cole Zmelka as well as the seventh grade team of Madison Barlow-Potter, Julia McIntosh and Joe Stanziale won blue ribbons. The second seventh grade team of Megan Baril, Christina Pemberton, and Megan Tucker earned a red ribbon.
“Right to Read” Poster Contest
The winners of Jordak Elementary’s second annual “Right to Read” week poster contest proudly stand in front of the poster display in the main hallway. Thank you to Middlefield Zeppe’s, Dairy Queen, Wendy’s and Arby’s for donating contest prizes!
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American History at CMS
Eighth graders in Mr. Kruse’s American History class recently researched and gave speeches on 19th Century Social Reformers. Students Ethan G. (dressed as Frederick Douglas) and Craig S. display their visual aide from the speech they gave.
Students in Mrs. Cardinal’s seventh grade Reading class took part in Read the Most from Coast to Coast on March 2. This national reading event challenged students to shatter the oneday record for Accelerated Reader Quiz-taking. The students helped to smash the previous record and set the new record of 3,581,992. Special congratulations go to student Doug Ellis who passed 18 tests!
Jordak “Super Readers”
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Susan Swartzwelder spoke with Red Key Network panel “women who own businesses in Geauga county”. (l-r) Denise Collins, Amanda Gufstafson and Maria Dellapinain at Kent State University Geauga in the William and Margaret R. Clark Commons on March 22. At the Burton Century Village Pancake Breakfast (l-r) volunteers Janet Kapela and Teresa McCartney sold tickets for Burton Recreation.
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In the Berkshire High School, (l -r) Carl Hornung, Marty Pesek and Rich Newsome made pancakes on March 18 for the Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club.
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(l-r) Adam Irving with his mom, Kimberly Irving donated food for the “Fill A Police Car” fund and food drive, to Middlefield Staff Sergeant Joe Tucholski and Officer Nick Divita at Wal-Mart. The food and money are distributed by St. Lucy’s Parish to area families at Easter. The Middlefield shoppers filled the police truck twice on March 25.
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Kitchen helpers at the Parkman Chamber’s pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 18 at the Parkman Community House.
Preparing pancakes at Burton’s Century Village were (l-r) volunteers, Steven Sarantos, Larry Boyk, Jim Horvath and Norbert Boyk on March 18.
(l-r) Carlye Burwell, Susan Swartzwelder, Carol Peter, Luanne Dvorak and Bill Dysert enjoyed breakfast with the Geauga Growth Partnership at the West Woods Nature Center on March 24. It was catered by Chow Down.
Selling tickets at the Parkman Chamber sponsored pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 18 at the Parkman Community House were (l-r) Sandy Rought; Judy Simmons; server, LeAnna Becker and Lucinda Gates.
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community March 30: Fish Fry Hosted by Boy Scout Troop 76. Fish, fries, and coleslaw served from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. $9 Adults, $5 Kids 4 to 8 years, $3 hot dog dinners. Take-out available. Parkman Community House, Route 422, just east of Route 528.
March 31: Balloon Launch to Benefit ASD Enjoy a balloon launch to benefit those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. 2 p.m. Century Village, 14653 E. Park St. Burton (44021). E-mail jasons_ma@yahoo.com. March 28, April 4, 11: Quilters, Knitters, and Crafters The following classes are being offered at Craft Cupboard. Instructor fee is $15 per session. Supplies are extra, the cost varies with the class. Knitting class - Wednesday, March 28, at 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday, April 4, 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. Needle Punch - on Wednesday, April 11,10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. Minimum of three students needed for the class. Craft Cupboard, 14275 Old State Road (44062). Call 440-632-5787. March 30 – April 1: Cardinal High School This musical is based on the 1980’s smash hit “Big” starring Tom Hanks. Showtime’s for Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31 are 7 p.m. Sunday, April 1, 3 p.m. Tickets $10 sold at CMS 6 – 9 p.m. on March 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28 and 29. Remaining tickets will be available before shows 5 - 7 p.m. on March 30, 31 and April 1. All performances at Cardinal Middle School,15175 Almeda Dr. Middlefield (44062) 440-834-1925. April 12: Christopher Columbus Lands Kickoff for Ohio Chautaugua. 8:30 a.m. Columbus arrives on the Nautica Queen, mooring dock on the West Bank of the
Flats. 12:15 p.m. arrives in Chardon Square. 6 p.m. at Century Village Museum for preview performance at volunteer potluck and annual meeting. RSVP dinner 440-8341492. April 14: Pro Wrestling Matt Cross battles Jimmy Jacobs with Hiram Police Chief Ed Samec as special guest ringside enforcer. Portion of proceeds go to Hiram Police “Shop with a Cop” Program. Advance tickets available at www.primewrestling.com. Coleman Sports Center at Hiram College, 6925 Wakefield Road (44234). April 14: Spring Ahead Bazaar Sponsored by Claridon Ambassador Girl Scout Troop 1324. Vendor tables, $20. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Claridon Town Hall, 13830 Mayfield Road. Call Dolly 440-635-1173. April 15: Bird Walk The first of six rain or shine traditional walks in April and May. See a variety of birds during spring migration, each walk at a different park. Seasoned watchers assist novices with observation and identification. Dress for weather. Bring binoculars and bird guide. Partially wheelchair/stroller accessible. 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve, 15681 Old Rider Road. www. geaugaparkdistrict.org.
May 9: Geauga Consumer Connection Show Local Chambers of Commerce have collaborated on a business show previously known as “Business After Hours.” The consumer friendly format introduces residents to local businesses. Area businesses interested in a booth can contact their local Chamber of Commerce or Brian Brockway, 440-834-4204. Space is limited. Visit www. GeaugaConsumerConnection.com.
Middlefield Chamber of Commerce The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce met March 13 at Crossroads Country Cafe. Vice president, Jay Davis led the meeting. Plans are being made for “Taste of Middlefield” to be held on Friday, June 15 from 4 to 8 p.m. on the Middlefield Fire Department grounds. Chamber members are selling raffle tickets to be drawn at the Taste of Middlefield. The prizes from this year’s Raffle are a 51” Plasma TV, a Blue Ray Player and a Garmin GPS. Membership renewal or new membership dues must be received at the Middlefield Chamber Office by March 31 for business details to be included in the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory, given to each member for reference, and handed out at every Middlefield Chamber event. To become a member contact the Chamber office at 440-632-5705. The Chamber meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 a.m., unless otherwise noted. Meetings, changes and events are all posted and updated on the Web site www.middlefieldcc.com.
Free Soup Supper The first free soup supper at Country Crossroads Café was a huge success. Sponsored by the East Geauga Kiwanis, 55 people, throughout the evening, enjoyed a delicious homemade potato or chicken and dumpling soup. Giant Eagle donated rolls and desert and the Cardinal Key Club and other volunteers helped prepare and clean up. There will be more free soup suppers, the second Tuesday of every month from 4 to 7 p.m. at Country Crossroads Café Party Room, 15916 West High St. in Middlefield. The room is handicap accessible, so come share a meal if you’re hungry or would like some companionship with dinner. Call Judy 440-413-0557. Donations to East Geauga Kiwanis are appreciated but not expected.
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Susan L. Hall (nee Hasman), 57, of Troy, entered eternal rest on March 16, 2012 after a lengthy illness at the Cleveland Clinic. She was born October 25, 1954 in Bedford, to George and Eva (Hirschman) Hasman. She will be missed by her father; children, Allison Bruce of Akron, Andrew Hall, Matthew Hall, Olivia Hall, Oliver Hall, Hanna Hall and Owen Hall, all of Bainbridge; siblings, John (Connie) Hasman of Parkman, Mike (Mary) Hasman of Chesterland, and Crystal Hasman of Columbus. She is preceded in death by her mother. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com. Hilda M. Hornak (nee Meier), age 92 of Burton passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Hilda was born September 14, 1919 in Cleveland. She graduated from Jane Adams High School and married John M. Hornak July 15, 1939. She worked at Halle Brothers for many years and worked as a spot welder during WWII. In 1954, Hilda, John and their four sons moved to Burton. She became the manager of the Manor House Dining Room at Punderson State Park for nine years before she and her husband purchased the Moonglow Tavern in Newbury, remodeled it and reopened it as the Country Squire Inn. She ran the successful restaurant and cocktail lounge from 1965 to 1972, when she suffered a stroke and they sold the business. After she recovered from her stroke she worked at ATI until she retired along with her husband, John. Hilda’s entire life was devoted to her four sons, their children, and grandchildren, as well as her four sisters, their children and their grandchildren. She is survived by her four sons, Bob (Carole), Don (Marilyn), Tom (Evelyn), and Sam (Lynda); 17 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; her sister Emma Jackam; numerous nieces and nephews; and great nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, John; and three sisters, Elizabeth, Eleanor, and Ethel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Peace Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com. Herbert L. Hyden, 92, of Santa Clara, Calif., entered eternal rest on Friday, Feb. 24, 2012. He was the loving husband of Gwendolyn (Thomas) Hyden. He was born January 1, 1920 to the late Herbert R. and Eleanor Hyden. Herbert was a 62year member of the Western Reserve #507 F and AM Lodge in West Farmington and also an avid golfer. Herbert will be missed by his dearest wife; children, Randy (Susan) Hyden of San Juan Capistrano, Calif. and Lisa Hyden of Santa Clara, Calif.; one brother; three sisters; two grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. He is preceded in death by one brother. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com. Eileen Kibler, age 89 of East Claridon died Saturday afternoon, March 3, 2012 of heart failure at UH Geauga Medical Center. She was born Dec. 3, 1922 in Van Wert, Ohio, daughter of Bruce and Mildred (Bowen) Brown. She married Stanley G. Kibler on May 20, 1944; married 49 years before he died in 1993.They ran a dairy farm for years and lived in this area most of their lives. Eileen enjoyed gardening, cooking, camping out, fishing, and spending time with her family, especially her great granddaughters. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family, her son Stanley M. “Butch” Kibler who lives on the farm with his son Jason, Jason’s wife Sarah and Eileen’s great granddaughters, Molly and Lily. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Evelyn Korby of Burton, Kenneth Brown of Columbus, Glen “Bud” Brown of Georgia, Kathlyn Johnson of Mantua, and Colleen O’ Hara of Painesville and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and Mildred Brown; her husband Stanley Kibler and ten siblings. Online condolences may be made to www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com. Denny K. Lynch Jr., 35, of North Bloomfield, entered eternal rest on Monday, March 12, 2012 after injuries received from an automobile accident. He was the longtime companion and fiancée of Sharyn Dallas. He was born August 9, 1976 in Greenville, Pa. to Dennis K. Sr. and Edith Lynch. Denny served the community as the owner/operator of Mespo Taxi for the past ten years. He was a hard-working backyard mechanic and widely known as “Mr. Fix-it”. Denny also spent time working construction and in the oil fields. He loved NASCAR and the Cleveland Browns but cherished spending time with his children. He will be missed by his dearest fiancée; parents; sons, Douglas Lynch, Jared Lynch, both of North Bloomfield; step-children, James Ecker of North Bloomfield, Amber Ecker of Monroe, N.C.; grandmother, Oma Lynch of Greenville, Pa.; siblings, Michael (Heather) Lynch of Williamsfield, Ohio, Christina Sanders of Ashtabula; special friend, Anthony Miller of Windsor; and many other friends. In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions may be sent to the Lynch family. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com. Lydia Miller, age 78, lifelong resident of Middlefield passed away March 16, 2012 at Briar Hill Health Care Residence in Middlefield. “Together again” with her husband Eli Miller who died in 2004, they were married on April 15, 1954 in Parkman, married 50 loving years before he died. Lydia was born on August 5, 1933 in Parkman, daughter of Noah and Lydia (Miller) Miller. She was a homemaker and a member of Maple View Mennonite Church in Burton. Her hobbies included baking cookies with her grandchildren, sewing, putting jigsaw puzzles together, and especially loved spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She will be missed dearly by her friends and family; six children, John E. (Sandra) Miller of Lyndhurst, Barb (Ken) Detweiler of Huntsburg, Noah (Linda) Miller of Montville, Marie (Bob) Whelchel of Thompson, Susan Miller of Middlefield, and Eli Miller Jr. of Sarasota, Fla.; two brothers, Neil Miller of Va., Joe Miller of Mo., eight grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Eli; her parents; and 12 brothers and sisters. Burial was at Maple View Cemetery. Online condolences at www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com.
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Grace Evangelical Bible Church April 1: Palm Sunday services 10:45 a.m. Children’s choir and palm procession. April 6: Good Friday Service 7 p.m. Adult choir and communion. April 8: Easter Sunday free breakfast 9 to 10:30am. Worship service 10:45 with adult choir. 14951 Auburn Road Newbury (44064) 440-564-9044. Graceevangelical@ windstream.net. Horizons Christian Assembly April 6: Good Friday Service 7 p.m. April 8: Easter Sunday Service 10 a.m. 14920 White Road, Middlefield 440-8344776. Huntsburg Baptist April 8: First service is 8:30 a.m., Easter breakfast is 9:30 a.m. and a second service is 10:30 a.m. 16401 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg 440-636-5139.
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Huntsburg Congregational Church April 1: Palm Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. with passing of palms. April 5: Maundy Thursday 6 p.m. meal followed by traditional Passover foods and Communion. April 6: Good Friday Open Church 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Follow the path of Jesus to the cross. April 8: SonRise Worship Service 8 a.m.,
Easter Breakfast 9 a.m. Worship and Communion 10:30 a.m. 12435 Madison Road (Route 528) 440-636-5504 hcongch@ windstream.net Maple View Mennonite Church April 6: Good Friday Service 6 p.m. April 8: Joint Easter Sunrise Service 7 a.m. at Swine Creek Park, 16004 Hayes Road in Middlefield (44062). Worship Service 10:25 a.m. 14890 Burton Windsor Road, Burton, 440-834-8601. NorthEast Community Church April 6: Good Friday Service 7 p.m. Swine Creek Lodge, 16004 Hayes Road, Middlefield (44062). April 8: Easter Sunday Service and Brunch 11a.m. Parkman Community House,16295 Main Market Road (44080) 440-636-2836 www.necommunity.org. Parkman Congregational Church April 1: Palm Sunday Service 10:15 a.m. April 5: Maundy Thursday Service 7p.m. April 6: Good Friday Service 7 p.m. Easter: Morning Service, 7:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. There will be no Sunday School on Easter. 18265 Madison Road (Route 528) 440-548-4829. St. Edward/St. Lucy March 31: Palm Sunday 5 p.m. at St. Edward; 6:30 p.m. at St. Lucy. April 1: 8:30 a.m. at St. Edward, 10:30 a.m. at St. Lucy (Palms blessed and distributed at all Masses.) April 5: Holy Thursday 6 p.m. Pot Luck Dinner, 7:30 p.m. Mass at St. Lucy. April 6: Good Friday, Stations of the Cross at noon, Mariapoch Shrine, 17486 Mumford Road in Burton (44021). Mass at 3 p.m. St. Edward. Service at 7 p.m. St. Lucy. Churches open all day. April 7: Holy Saturday 11 a.m. Easter egg hunt, blessing of Easter food at noon St. Lucy. Easter Vigil Service 8 p.m. St. Edward. April 8: Easter Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m. at St. Edward, 10:30 at a.m.St Lucy. St. Edward 16150 Center St. Parkman. St. Lucy 16280 E. High St. Middlefield. www. ssedwardlucy.com, 440-632-5824.
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Like so many holidays that we celebrate, the true meaning of Easter is becoming more and more obscure. We have a tendency to blindly celebrate that which we faintly understand. Chocolate bunnies and brightly colored eggs even when painted in the best possible light vaguely symbolize new life in Christ. The “Easter Story” is not a story at all in the sense that it’s fictional, nor can it be marginalized by our acceptance or rejection of it. Easter is about God’s only begotten Son coming to earth to illustrate for us His love for us and our need for Him. Easter cannot be severed from Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, His sinless life, His sacrificial blood that was shed on the cross for our sins and His resurrection from the grave. Easter is in fact the celebration of His resurrection. In His resurrection we have God the Father’s approval and acceptance of His Son’s blood that was shed for sinful man. Easter is all about a foretaste of the destiny of those God has called through faith in His Son Jesus Christ. For those who are “in Christ” death no longer has a hold on our lives, nor does the power of sin. As the Apostle Paul states so triumphantly in
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1 Corinthians 15:54-57; “Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death is your victory? Where, O death is your sting? The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ”. Whether you choose to believe in the true meaning of “Easter” is your God-given choice. Nonetheless, the true significance and celebration of Easter is about God! It’s about God’s love and His plan of salvation for sinful mankind. Easter is about new resurrection life, now and in the future through faith in Jesus Christ That my dear friend is sweeter and more satisfying than any chocolate, more bountiful than a herd of bunnies and more captivating than any brightly colored eggs. My Prayer for you today is that this Easter you too would receive new resurrection life through faith in Christ. To God be the Glory for great things He has done. Bob Majetich pastors Grace Evangelical Bible Church located in Newbury. Bob and his wife Bethany have a heart for worship and proclaiming Christ.
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If the Lord looked down at me today, right this minute, would He say “she’s still growing, there is hope” or would He sadly whisper “she just does not measure up?” Through the years, I have written about forgiveness and grace and I know that when we live up to God’s expectations, He is pleased. I also know I do not always please Him. It is much easier to know the right thing to do than to actually do it. How tall am I in the spiritual sense? Well, I admit that I try hard not to allow bitterness, grudges or unforgiveness to take over my heart, but I am not always successful. It would be a humbling experience if God were to measure my faith and my heart with a spiritual yardstick. Some days, I might be an inch tall and on others I just may be a little taller. If we all knew when we were going to be measured in our walk of faith, most of us would be careful when speaking ill of others. The trouble is that we have only today to work at being a Christian, living to please God, but what about tomorrow? We may not have the opportunity of another day to make up for our angry words or granite hearts. Growing in physical stature takes years. Growing in the spiritual sense does not have to take that long. If the Lord were to measure me today, I might come up a little “short” in the faith, but the positive side is that there is always room for improvement. I know He isn’t through with me yet. As I sit alone I close my eyes and dream of being by myself in a classroom, led by God, Himself. I am anxiously awaiting the results of a very important quiz on life. It is filled with formulas on how to treat my brothers and sisters, measurements on how much love and forgiveness I should show and equations on how to distribute kindness equally among the sinners as well as the Christians. As God comes closer to my desk he looks me square in the eyes while His own seem to cloud over, his brows narrowing with disappointment. I slide down farther in my seat, take a sidelong glance at my paper and I know in my heart that I have displeased Him. I clutch the paper in my shaking hand and peer at my less than adequate grade. However, to my surprise, scrawled across the entire page are the incredible words in the Lord’s own hand, ‘GRACE AND FORGIVENESS’. I can take the test over again and have been given a second chance to pass. I believe this is how God teaches us. We may fail to measure up once, twice or even a dozen times, but He doesn’t give up on us. If God used a yardstick, how tall would I be? My answer is “not tall enough to measure up yet, but hopefully growing taller each day.”
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Hopefully, with the mild weather in the area, everyone is getting out to enjoy the days. Taking a long brisk walk is the perfect way to start any day. Walking allows the mind to quiet and the muscles to loosen. A walk uses all muscles and a minimal amount of stretching after or during a walk can be invigorating. You need good wheels to play good golf. Using your big muscles when making any golf shot is easier than using active hands and arms. Therefore to achieve the proper release of the club through the hitting area the sequence and fluency through the finish of the golf swing is essential. To achieve the smooth motion, always start the take a way with the shoulders. Proper leg movement and weight shift is necessary to have the club release through the hitting area with consistency. It also allows for consistent ball striking. Clearing the left side for righthanded players allows the clubface to square to the target. Keeping the shoulders turning after contact with the ball allows the fluency of the hand-release to generate consistent distance with every shot. A shallow approach to the ball will allow for a lower ball flight. A steeper approach allows the ball to fly higher and land softer. A common flaw after a winter layoff is to have lateral movement during the shot. This causes many missed shots until one gets focused on the ball. Putting a shaft on the right hip for players from the right will make sure the hip turns back without any lateral movement. Have Fun. Talk to you soon.
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The Geauga Dairymen 4-H club had a meeting March 11. Members reviewed and approved the new 4-H Constitution from OSU. Max, the safety officer, gave a report on Safety Tips for Livestock after flooding. Jordyn, the health officer had the club complete a word search titled, “Hazards to Your Pet’s Health.” Members donated stuffed animals to Sharing is Caring: Operation Stuffed Animal. The club was asked to think of ideas for their cheese basket theme. Max reported he hung posters at Jordak Elementary School for Ohio 4-H week, March 4 to March 10. The club reviewed the 4-H newsletter and were reminded of important dates for 2012. Quality Assurance will be May 12. The Sales Committee meeting is April 12, and Project Judging is July 21. Members enjoyed refreshments and tossed the football around outside. The next meeting is scheduled for April 15.
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Feathers ‘n’ Fleece, a new 4-H club for poultry and sheep, had their first meeting on December 12. Jennifer Montizoli and Max Wolf were voted president and vice president. Club members went to the Dolan center to make gingerbread houses with the residents Jan 8. At the February meeting, Dr. Anna Vanheckereen (OneHealth.org) came to talk about the “3up” movement which deals with health and safety when working with animals. On March 1 a group of club members set up a window display for 4-H at Geauga Vision in Middlefield. The next meeting will be on April19 at the Patterson Center on the Burton Fairgrounds.
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The 4-H Pygmy Goat Group has nearly 30 members this year who love and care for the pint-size goats. As a spring fundraiser, the club will be selling candy bars. The sale supports the Geauga County 4-H Advisory Committee which helps send underprivileged kids to 4-H Camp. The annual club camping trip is being planned for August. Community service projects are planned throughout the year. The newly elected club officers are Kaitlyn Rayl as president, Jennifer Montazzoli, vice president; Emily Naylor, secretary; Zane Williams, treasurer; Lily Williams and Kayla Borsi, photographers; Ali and Jessica Lesner, reporters; Elizabeth Naylor, health and safety; Sydney Henry, Web site technician and Mikayla and Frankie Vlach as recreation coordinators.
(l-r) Current president, Kaitlyn Rayl with previous president, Jenni Tuttle leading their pygmy goats.
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The Swing in’ Hams 4-H held their second meeting March 8 at the Patterson Center on The Geauga County Fair Grounds. It was another great meeting run by Ben Bruening (president for his first time) who is doing a great job. First we read the new 4-H Constitution laws and reviewed the bylaws and the responsibilities of the club committees this year. Each member received their new 4-H Market Hog Project Books and a swine project growth chart to keep track of our projects’ weights. We have three new members this year: Michael Risko, Morgan Mickan, and Meredith Mickan. Our club will be cleaning up after the Maple Festival on April 26 and 27. Our meeting was adjourned after Nita Judd (4-H Advisor) acknowledged the former officers and installed the new officers with candy bars to represent the importance of each position. We look forward to next month when we will talk about selecting the best piglet for our project.
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The four officers of Totally Dogs 4-H club were asked to give a demonstration at the monthly meeting of the Burton Rotary Club on Feb. 22 at the Welshfield Inn. Each of our officers sat at a different table during dinner and talked to the Rotary members. After eating, the Rotary Club had a business meeting. President Megan and Vice President Maria talked about upcoming activities we participate in such as The Great Geauga County Fair, The Ohio State Fair and The Maple Festival Parade. We talked about teaching our dogs, obedience, rally, showmanship and agility. At the Geauga County Fair we will set up a tent where we’ll have our dogs, talk to fairgoers and answer their questions. We have our dog show on Sunday afternoon. Our Secretary Katie and Treasure Addie put on a dog demonstration showing some obedience skills like heeling, long sits and downs, recall and stand. When they were done the girls answered questions from the Rotary members. It was a very enjoyable evening for both groups. Our club is currently planning and preparing for our annual dinner and silent auction. This dinner/auction will raise funds to help the Geauga County Dog Shelter and the Geauga Sheriff K-9 Unit purchase food, medicine and other needs for the dogs. The dinner will be held April 20 at the Chardon United Methodist Church, 515 North Street in Chardon (44024) 440-285-4581 from 6 to 9 p.m. We are currently going out to local businesses to get donations for the silent auction and sell tickets for the dinner. The club members will help prepare and serve the meals of either chicken or salmon, as well as set up and clean up. Advance sales only. Please bring dog food or a toy donation for the shelter.
{ maple contest } 1. Maple Sesame Stir Fry Sauce Contributed by Mary Ellen Frey 1 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons ginger 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/4 cup sesame seeds Combine all ingredients, stirring well. Use with vegetables and meats for a delicious stir fry. Shake vigorously before use. 2. Maple Walnut Pumpkin Cheesecake Contributed by Mary Ellen Frey Crust: 20 ginger snaps, crushed 2 teaspoons melted butter 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Spray nonstick cooking spray in 9 inch spring form pan. Combine crumbs, butter, spice and press into bottom of pan. Filling: 3 packages cream cheese, 8 ounces each 1 cup maple syrup 1 egg 2 egg whites 16 ounce can pumpkin 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cloves Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add syrup, eggs, egg whites, pumpkin, cornstarch and spices. Mix until smooth. Pour into crust. Bake in 350 degree oven for 1 hour. Topping: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon melted butter 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. Sprinkle walnut mixture on top and return to oven for 15 minutes or until toothpick in the middle comes out clean. 3. Soft Maple Cookies Contributed by Rachel Miller I cup brown sugar 3/4 cup oleo 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 3 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon maple flavor Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes, cool and frost. Frosting: 1/4 cup butter 1 teaspoon maple flavor 2 1/4 cup powdered sugar If too thick, add a little hot water. 4. Pork Loin Braised in Maple Syrup Contributed by Mary L. Weaver Combine 1 pint beef consommé, 1 cup good maple syrup, 2 tablespoons Kitchen Bouquet, salt, ground white pepper and 2 bay leaves. Cut center cut pork loin into six 1 inch pork chops. Brown well in greased skillet on both sides, pour in consommé mixture and simmer, covered, for one hour or more. Remove chops and reduce stock by one third by boiling 15 minutes uncovered. Thicken stock with a little flour and water. Add maple syrup to taste. Serve with Pineapple Mustard Relish: combine 1 cup drained crushed pineapple,
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Here they are! The maple recipes submitted for our contest are below and waiting for you to vote for your favorites. The first place prize will be a Maple Starter Gift Box donated by the Burton Log Cabin. The second place prize will be a $25 gift certificate for any of the advertisers in the March 28 issue of The Middlefield Post, Plain Country or the Home and Garden special insert. Send the number of your favorite recipe to Anything Maple Contest, The Middlefield Post, P.O. Box 626, Middlefield, OH 44062, editorial@middlefieldpost. com or call 440-632-0782. 4. Pork Loin Braised in Maple Syrup continued ... 1 cup applesauce, 1 teaspoon Golden Diablo mustard and a pinch of mustard powder. 5. Breakfast Casserole Contributed by Sara W. Weaver Mix up pancakes, add scrambled eggs, meat, onions, peppers, mini links cheese and sausage gravy, pour into bottom of roaster. Put shredded cheese on top and serve with maple syrup. 6. Breakfast Casserole Contributed by Sara W. Weaver Biscuits Sausage gravy Hash browns Eggs, scrambled with 2 tablespoons diced peppers and one tablespoon minced onions 2 cups cubed ham 1 pound fried bacon, crumbled Cheese sauce Break biscuits into pieces on bottom of roaster. Add a layer of gravy, hash browns, eggs and meat. Bake until almost heated through, then add a layer of cheese sauce. Return to oven and heat thoroughly. Serve with additional sausage gravy. This can be fixed the evening before. 7. Pancakes Contributed by Sara W. Weaver 3 cups flour 3 tablespoons sugar 3 teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 3 eggs 3 cups milk Mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Beat egg yolks with milk, add to flour mixture. Beat egg whites until stiff and fold in last. Serve with maple syrup. 8. Maple Sticky Buns Contributed by Barbara Gingerich 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold butter 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 cup milk 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 2 1/4 cup all purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon salt In a small saucepan, bring the maple syrup and 4 tablespoons of butter to a boil for 30 seconds. Scrape into a 9 inch square pan. Set aside. Combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut in 4 tablespoons butter until butter
8. Maple Sticky Buns continued ... is the size of split peas. Make a well in mixture and add milk. Stir gently until mixture forms a damp mass. Knead dough gently 5 or 6 times. On floured surface, roll dough into a 9 by 12 rectangle. Brush with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Mix walnuts, cinnamon and brown sugar. Sprinkle over dough and pat down gently. Starting at 9 inch edge, roll up dough, pinching in at the seams. Cut into 9 1 inch slices and lay cut side down on syrup in pan. Bake 25 minutes at 400 degrees. Remove from oven and invert immediately onto large plate. Serve warm. 9. Creamy Maple Syrup Dressing Contributed by Barbara Gingerich 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar Whisk ingredients together until smooth. Refrigerate, tightly covered, for at least 1 hour to blend flavors. Serve over any salad. 10. Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake Contributed by Barbara Gingerich 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup sugar 3 softened bricks of 8 ounce cream cheese 1 can sweetened condensed milk,14 ounce 1 cup pure maple syrup 1 can pumpkin 16 ounce 3 eggs 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt Mix butter, crumbs and sugar, press into a 9 inch spring form pan. Beat cream cheese until fluffy, gradually add milk until smooth. Add 1/4 cup syrup and remaining ingredients. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until set. Center will be slightly soft. Cool, then chill. Top with maple pecan glaze: in saucepan combine 3/4 cup syrup and 1 cup whipping cream. Boil rapidly 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Spread over cheesecake. The glaze can also be used for an ice cream topping. 11. Maple Pecan Cake Contributed by Mrs. Erwin Gingerich 1 stick margarine 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 cup dark maple syrup 2 1/2 cups flour 2 teaspoon baking powder
11. Maple Pecan Cake continued ... 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon lemon extract 1/2 cup hot water 1/2 cup chopped pecans Beat together margarine, sugar and eggs. Add lemon extract and beat again. Add syrup, stir until smooth. Sift together flour, baking powder and baking soda and add alternately to first mixture with hot water. Beat smooth after each addition. Fold in chopped pecans and pour into a 9 by 13 buttered pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool. Frost with Maple Butter Frosting. Maple Butter Frosting 1/2 cup dark maple syrup 1 egg white beaten 4 tablespoon butter Dash salt 3 cup confectioners’ sugar Combine syrup and butter in top of double boiler. When butter is melted, gradually add confectioners’ sugar. Let sit over hot water, then let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add salt to egg white and beat until stiff. Fold into maple mixture and frost cake. 12. Brownies Contributed by Mrs. Erwin Gingerich 1 cup chocolate chips 3/4 cup dark maple syrup 1/3 cup butter 3/4 cup flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2 rounded teaspoon corn starch 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs beaten 1 teaspoon butter flavor 1/2 teaspoon salt. Melt chips and butter. Do not boil. Add maple syrup and other ingredients. Stir until smooth. Grease 9 by 13 pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. It will look moist when done. Frost or dust with confectioners’ sugar. 13. Maple Butter Contributed by Mrs. Erwin Gingerich 1 stick softened butter 1/4 cup dark maple syrup Use blender to mix well. Serve on crackers. 14. Maple Wine Contributed by David Mooter Ingredients: 7 parts water and 9 parts grade B dark maple syrup for a total of 1 to 5 gallons. A packet of neutral wine yeast. Bread yeast can work but it won¹t be as good. Yeast nutrient and yeast energizer (use amounts recommended by the packaging). Process: Mix ingredients in a sanitized container that allows air to escape but not enter. After a month, transfer to a another such container, leaving the yeast behind in the old container. Repeat a month later. Should be very clear, almost no yeast settling at the bottom. If you used bread yeast, it will probably be cloudy and you will need to do this a few more times. Wait another month before drinking, or longer if you can stand it. It gets better with age. Serve chilled at cellar temperature. The drink is obviously alcoholic, similar to wine. So drink it responsibly.
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