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Middlef ieldPOST Volume 9 ~ Issue 20

May 13, 2015

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Neighborly News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Communities

Quilts Have Woven their Way Through the Fabric of our History ...

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By Lynda Nemeth, director Destination Geauga

Village of Middlefield Page 2

Memorial Services Page 19

Health Section Inside

Plain Country Inside

uilting can be traced back as early as the 12th century, when quilted under garments were worn as armor. In the late 18th and early 19th century, most women were busy spinning, weaving and sewing to clothe their families, and only the wealthy had the leisure time for quilting. Their works were highly decorative items that displayed fine needlework. Throughout the Civil War era, quilts were used by the abolitionists to raise money to help end slavery, and historians tell of certain quilt patterns used as signals to help the slaves in their flight to freedom. Through the 19th century quilts evolved through many trends, from the traditional, to the ‘crazy quilt’, to the appliquéed quilts, to utilitarian quilts so simple in design that at times they were tied together more than quilted. Donna Sue Groves knew her mother Maxine loved quilting, and to honor her and her Appalachian heritage she wanted to have a painted quilt hung on her barn in Adams County, Ohio. It took several years and encouragement from friends before a plan began to form. Through her work with the Ohio Arts Council and other community organizations, Donna Sue slightly altered her plan. Rather than creating a personal tribute, she suggested a “sampler” of twenty quilt squares could be spread throughout the community that would invite visitors to travel through the countryside. Several barn owners signed on, the work began and in 2001 in Adams County, the first Barn Quilt Trail began. This simple, yet historically rich idea has now spread to 48 states and Canada, and the trail continues to grow. More than 7,000 quilts are part of organized

trails; dozens more are scattered through the countr yside waiting to be discovered. There are 38 documented co u nt i e s i n Ohio with Trails and now we, in Geauga C o u n t y , are ready to change that to 39. T h e G e a u g a Barn Quilt Trail is just beginning, and already m a k i n g great strides. Through a partnership between D e s t i n a t i o n Destination Geauga celebrated the installation of the first of G e a u g a many barn quilts for their Geauga County Barn Quilt Tour on and Geauga May 1 at Reba’s Second Look on Route 608 just north of Middlefield. (MP County Farm Photo/John Karlovec) Bureau a Steering Committee formed to establish Kent State Geauga Technology Department the guidelines. We have studied what other to create the Geauga Barn Quilt Trail counties have done and learned what has website (www.GeaugaBarnQuiltTrail.com). and has not worked well, so we are hoping Currently the site is a wealth of information to move right along with our project. Continued on page 2 Our group has also partnered with

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f you have talent... we want you! Calling all talented performers of all ages, from toddlers to greatgrandparents! If you dance, sing, play an instrument or have another hidden talent, your four-minute or less act could win you some cash! Enter “Middlefield’s Got Talent Too” in a bid to reach the top! The finals will be held on June 20 and the finalists will have opportunity to win one of three cash prizes. Audience members are always we l c o m e ! Co n t e s t a n t s must be available to perform on June 20! Visit www.middlefieldohio. com to view the rules and download the entry form. Call the Middlefield 2014’s Middlefield’s Got Talent Village Hall with questions, Too winner, Isabelle Macek. 440-632-5248.

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ummer has arrived early and it feels good to have some warm days giving us all the opportunity to do outdoor maintenance and clean up from the wear and tear of winter. I encourage each of you to maintain your properties, by taking pride in the appearance your contribution makes in providing an aesthetically attractive Village. We will be resuming our “Neat Streets Program” and Council has requested the zoning inspector notify people of violations that need to be addressed. Your cooperation is appreciated to ensure respect for your neighbors as well as making our community attractive. Again the Village will be offering a financial subsidy for those individuals making external property improvements. The Village will soon launch the new responsive website. The goal is to have a similar look but be user-friendly on mobile devices. We appreciate any suggestions that would make the website more valuable to residents. If you have suggestions please email the Village as our goal is to keep the website current and constantly improving.

May 25th is Memorial Day and the local VFW will be hosting the annual tribute to those who lost their lives protecting our freedoms. The day will start at 11:30 a.m. with all parade participants meeting at Village Hall. Children are encouraged to decorate their bikes and be parade participants. Each decorated bike participant will receive a Middlefield Dairy Queen certificate. I hope as parents assist in decorating the bikes, they have a discussion with their children about the history of Memorial Day and why there is a parade and the tremendous price that has been paid so we can continue to live in a free country. The parade will start at noon, leaving from Village Hall and ending at the cemetery. The tribute will include three young adults reading their versions of what patriotism means to them. The VFW will be serving refreshments following the ceremony. This is a day for family gatherings but I hope you feel the importance of taking an hour out of your day to pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Residents are welcome to walk in the parade and wave a flag. Please be aware, be involved, shop local and visit www.middlefieldohio.com.

Behind the Badge Be Cited

re you ready to be excited for citations in Middlefield this summer? No, not those citations! Helmet Smart, in cooperation with the Middlefield Police Department, will issue fun Safety Citations to helmeted cyclists throughout summer 2015 (redeemable for a free mini Blizzard at the Middlefield Dairy Queen) to help encourage safety as first priority while riding in our community. Did you know that helmets meeting ASTM shatter-resistant impact standards can be purchased for as little as $10, and make the difference between an accident and tragedy? A helmet can save your child’s life! That’s why this year, area police departments will issue a Safety Citation to those wearing safety helmets. These citations are redeemable at any participating location, and will be entered in drawings held by AAA East Central for a new bicycle June through August. The police department will also provide information about how parents can encourage their children to make safety a habit every time they ride their bicycles. These materials include “Parent-Child Contract/ Tips For Parents” and a guide for safety helmet use. For these materials, and questions about the Helmet Smart Campaign or bike helmets, please contact our department or AAA at 800- 845-0375. Remember your child’s bicycle is a vehicle, not a toy. Use of helmets can prevent lifelong injury or worse to your children. Only through active involvement and leading by example can children form lifelong safety habits. What better way to show your love than to protect your children from serious injury?

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Quilts Have Woven their Way Through the Fabric of our History ... Continued from Page 1 about the project, and where you can download the application to have your business or barn be a part of the Geauga County Trail. There is information about the process of creating your own barn quilt, which is actually a separate piece of outdoor grade MDO board painted and framed, and then mounted to your building. If you are not the crafty type we have people we can connect you with for help. As each Geauga County Barn Quilt is hung it will be posted to the Gallery page on the site with a link to its own page and story. Eventually our ‘Trail’ through the county will form and a printed brochure will be produced with all the sites. We are hoping to have at least 25 in place by fall, to do an official Barn Quilt Trail Tour Weekend in October. In addition to the beauty and heritage these Trails bring to an area, they also increase promotion of the area businesses and increase the economic impact of tourism to the area. We are well on our way. Our first official Quilt Square was placed May 1 at Reba’s Second Look, 14449 Old State Road in Middlefield ( 44062). Reba Dykes enjoyed the creation process so much she is now inspired to create custom painted squares for others, just as Donna Sue Groves’ idea continues to inspire people across the country to join what has become the largest grass roots public arts movement in our history. For information, or to get your own Barn Quilt project started, visit www.GeaugaBarnQuiltTrail.com.

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Grand Opening! Middlefield had many hotels and inns at different times throughout the 1800s and early 1900s. This one was the Rupe Hotel and was located on the southwest corner of the downtown intersection of Routes 87 and 608, on the corner where CVS is now located. Note the railroad tracks that ran right in front and through the years many passengers arrived on the train and stayed in this fine hotel. In 1906 the hotel was the only place between Cleveland and the Pennsylvania border to the east where you could buy whiskey. This picture is of the auction that was held just before the hotel was torn down, sometime in the early 1920s.

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This picture is of the Middlefield Tavern taken in 1892. At the time this was taken, the building was used as a pool hall and barber shop. There was an open creek running along the west side of the building that ran through the current municipal parking lot. The parking lot at that time was just a field full of trash. The tavern later was purchased by Pete Popovic, who operated it until he sold it to a partnership of Gale Gooding, Glade Harrison and Joe Dulka. It was later purchased by Mike Dulka. When owned by Pete Popovic, he sold guns and ammo inside the bar along with beer. Can you imagine that today!

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Cardinal High School hits a high note, hosting the Chagrin Valley Conference Honors Band event for the first time in school history. This year’s event was held on Friday, April 17 in the CHS gymnasium and featured the top band members from Beachwood, Berkshire, Cardinal, Cuyahoga Heights, Chagrin Falls, Fairport Harbor, Independence, Harvey, Hawken, Kirkland, Perry, and Wickliffe High Schools. “Each school in the CVC takes a turn hosting the event, but for various reasons, that’s not always possible,” says Cardinal music teacher Tim Florjancic. “It’s an event that I once participated in as a student when I was at Cuyahoga Heights and I always wanted to host it. Cardinal has not hosted it before from what I was told so I figured I would bring the magic here this year.” CVC Honors Band is a one day event including rehearsals and a concert that same evening. The host director is always responsible for picking a guest director that will come in and work with the students for the day. This year Florjancic chose Professor Matthew Salvaggio, a Cardinal alumni, who is the Adjunct Professor of Instrumental

Music and Director of the Wind Ensemble at Hiram College. Florjancic says, “I thought would be pretty cool to have a director with roots in the community. Together, we picked the repertoire for the students, sent music out a few weeks prior to the event, and then put on a great show performing music that is considered to be college level repertoire. I’m extremely proud of all of the students!”

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Huskies Win Over Harvey

Cardinal’s final home game of the 2015 season is one the Huskies will use as momentum heading into the postseason. The Huskies pounded out 15 hits and played error free defense to beat Harvey, 8-3. Cardinal’s success started in the circle where Courtney Ellis pitched her best game of the year. Ellis, Cardinal’s No. 3 pitcher, struck out five and walked just two batters. Starting pitcher Jasmine Vunak is still suffering from the lingering effects of an ankle injury and No. 2 pitcher Megan Baril is Cardinal’s starting third baseman. Led by Baril, who was 4-for-4, the Huskies collected 15 hits in their six at bats. One of the biggest was Haley Adams’ three RBI double in Cardinal’s four-run second inning. Adams, Dawn Scribben, Ameleya Loeser and Allissa Nevison all finished the game with two hits. Loeser and Nevison both had two RBI. Ellis helped her cause with a two RBI single in the bottom of the sixth. Defensively, the Huskies made big plays at crucial times. Adams threw out two would be base stealers and Nevison fielded a ground ball in centerfield and threw out a runner at second. “I’m really proud of the whole team and the way they played,” said Cardinal coach Dennis Ikeler.

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Thank You From the Boosters The Cardinal Athletic Boosters would like to thank all of those who volunteered at the 12th Annual Reverse Raffle Dinner on April 25; and the people who came out or purchased Main Board Numbers, all of our sponsors, people that donated prizes, and all of the families of past scholarship recipients who continue to pay it forward by helping other students receive scholarships. In a few short hours, we were able to raise $13,000 for our Scholarship Fund! Over the past 11 years, our organization has presented more than $74,000 in funds raised through this yearly event. We are proud to live and work in an awesome community that supports our organization and students. We are a Huskie Nation, and proud to be Huskies! We hope everyone had a blast, and to see even more individuals come out next year!

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Cardinal Mulch Sale The Cardinal Huskies will be selling mulch in conjunction with Arms Trucking. The mulch will be delivered on the weekend of May 30 and 31 and Cardinal Athletes will spread the mulch for you for only $45 per yards. Delivery is included in the price within the Cardinal School District. Delivery may also be available outside the school district at an added charge. Payment due when Cardinal athletes spread the mulch. Cash or check (payable to Cardinal Athletic Department) please. To order, or inquire, contact Andy Cardinal, 440-632-0264 ext 1125, or andy.cardinal@ cardinalschools.org at the Cardinal Athletic Department by Friday, May 22.

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Starting in June your kids can find a summer home at Great Day Child Care Learning Center. Located in Middlefield just a quarter mile from the intersection of Routes 87 and 528, Great Day Summer camp has a schedule absolutely jam-packed with activities to keep your children entertained, educated and active. With a large, fenced-in playground and island beach theme for summer 2015, your children are sure to have a blast. Highlights of the 12-week camp include special guests, themed attire and exercise activities, special food days and more. Educational and entertaining programs will include: Jungle Terry and his exotic travelling zoo animals, Middlefield police bicycle and safety experts, The Mad Scientist and his wonderful science extravaganza, Geauga Park District animal and plant nature guides, Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village Volunteers, and Middlefield firemen and their cool emergency vehicles. Activities include Water Days every Thursday (be sure to bring your swimming gear), an exciting Treasure Hunt scavenger mission, talent show, story book fun show, games, and all manner of zany dress-up themes every Friday. Mix up lunch with custom taco, pizza, and sundae specials. The Child Care Center is open Monday through Friday, from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. to accommodate working parents. A State Licensed facility, the Care Center has infant care starting at six weeks through school age up to 12 years available, supervised by staff trained and certified in CPR, First Aid, Communicable Disease and Child Abuse Recognition. Contact the office 14810 Madison Road, Middlefield (44062). Call 440- 632-1832 for tuition rates and to arrange tours of the facility, don’t delay - age groups fill quickly. For more information, visit our website at www.greatdaychildcare.com.

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Jason and Carie Black, owners of the Smoked Southern Deli in Middlefield.

Generations of Southern Cuisine Expertise Opens Restaurant in Middlefield- And Boy Is It Good! By Dave Ruple

f you’ve been by Harrington Square in Middlefield lately, you might have noticed we have a new restaurant in town! Run by Jason and Carie Black, the Smoked Southern Deli has opened shop to serve Southernstyle cuisine quite unique to our area. Jason is from Oregon, a transplant who moved to live closer to family. Carie is a local, who happened to be born in Oregon and became a local at age 4. By coincidence, the two Oregon-born restaurateurs met online and are now married with five children. Patrons who have eaten at their newly minted restaurant, the Smoked Southern Deli, are sure glad they did. Jason is a home grown southern style cook, having learned southern cuisine from an Arkansas grandmother, and it shows in their menu offerings: fried, smoked and fresh from the garden. From scratch-made sauces to unique sandwich offerings, his generational roots stretch far and dig deep into old-school traditions with Texan, Virginian and Arkansas influences. Having worked in several states from small, mom and pop diners to high cuisine, Jason finds that his unique and savory soup and sandwich offerings were welcome everywhere. “I worked my way up. Every time I moved, it was because I had the opportunity to do something greater. And that’s what this is,” Jason explains, “It has been a dream to have a restaurant where family and friends call home. That’s what we’re offering to the community, too - a place for the locals to go and get some southern hospitality, get some southern food. If you come in and pick your booth, and you come in tomorrow and want that booth, we’ll get it for you. Get to know us, and we’ll get to know you.” Jason offers his home away from home to the community, and it’s evident in the customer service and friendly staff, who also happen to be family. Carie and her mother are servers, their oldest son washes dishes. Carie brings

her experience from having worked at fairs since age 12 making fresh squeezed lemonade, elephant ears, and French fries, to working alongside her husband as server, hostess and bartender. It’s clear this family has the experience to deliver standby favorites, delight with variety, and cultivate an atmosphere with that personal touch that will keep you coming back for more. It doesn’t hurt that the food is great, either. Currently they serve breakfast and lunch. Sourcing locally with Maggie’s Donuts for confectionery flair and all meats from Ohioan Blue Ribbon farms. You can get whatever you’re looking for: big breakfasts, fresh fruits, quickly prepared potatoes and eggs, and other savory foods served extra early for those coming off night shifts. Lunch is soup, salads and sandwichesJason’s specialty. There’s two soup favorites ready made and a special soup of the day. The sandwiches include smoked brisket and turkey, chicken and barbecued pulled pork, all prepared in-house. Desserts are offered on a delicious, ever-changing basis, except one for staple - Chillin’ like Dylan- a light, freshly made lemon sorbet served with fresh fruit that’s a perfect summer treat. They plan to reach beyond the restaurant and into the community, both through the Chamber of Commerce and through support of their local schools: “We’d love to support the schools- Friday night Fish Fries and the like” says Jason, whose son is heavy into sports. With a homey atmosphere, great service and a menu that is unusual for the area, cooked with generation-spanning expertise, it isn’t hard to imagine we’ll be seeing Jason and Carie around for a long time to come.

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Cardinaires Dinner Show The Music Boosters are sponsoring a dinner, talent show, dessert auction and a 50/50 drawing to showcase the Cardinaires and fund raise for them on Friday, May 15 at the Chow Down Banquet Hall, 12406 Madison Road in Huntsburg (44046). Doors open 6:30 p.m., dinner is at 7 p.m. and the Talent Show is at 8 p.m. Cost is $15 for dinner and the show and $ 10 for the talent show. Tickets can be purchased until May 13 from the Cardinaires, the Board Office, or Cardinal High School. Questions can be directed to Joel Kithcart at joel.kithcart@ cardinalscools.org.

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ave you seen this couple traveling around Geauga county lately? I was missing my own business on the Spring-Drive-It-Yourself tour and ran into this nice couple from Embarrass, Minnesota. Meet Bob and Marj Johnson traveling south in their Winnebago along with tuna hot fish and PBR's. This delightful couple was on their way to Florida for a spring break from the northern snow, took a wing turn in Terre Haute Indiana and ended up in Middlefield Ohio. Now Bob states he is originally from a tiny island between Norway and Sweden called Nowreden and Marj claims to be from a tiny island called Sweeway, located between Sweden and Norway. Well you get the picture. They said they met a lot of nice people on their spring drive. A couple from Syracuse, a few ladies from Buffalo, and even a traveler from Willowick. I'm not sure about all of that but they are very delight full. If you see them around, give them a big Geauga County welcome. Bob and Marj are really a couple of locals specializing in interactive. They can be found in the entertainment section of Facebook. They do casual entertainment at company parties, anniversaries and other events. Susan Dacek was born and raised in suburb of Cleveland. She has been a resident of Geauga county and neighboring communities for 33 years.

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The Geauga Consumer Connection on May 6 at the Sisters of Notre Dame Education Center in Chardon was well attended by the biggest crowd ever. Visitors strolled through the center, meeting local merchants, gathering information, sales promotion items, enjoying delicious food prepared by local chefs, along with being entertained by Middlefieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local magician, Mark Miller. Throughout the evening, attendees won door prizes and Chinese auction items. The Burton, Middlefield, and Chesterland Chambers of Commerce supported the Chardon Chamber as they hosted the event this year. For information call 440-285-9050 or visit www.GeaugaConsumerConnection.com. Sponsors for the event were Nevar Dental, Beaches and Dreams Travel Co., The Geauga County Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Journal, Ecowater Servisoft, Cold Nose Companions, Chardon Square Auto & Body and Preston Superstore.

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henever someone sees my barn floor, they always ask what kind of paint I used and how to apply it; here is the short version: My number one choice is 100% solids epoxy if conditions are perfect. Before starting, you must see if your floor qualifies for paint. Concrete is porous and moisture can come up through it. First, you must get a plastic sheet; 36” X 36” and lay it down on the floor securing the edges. Leave it flat on the floor for 48 hours, and then check the underside to see if there is any moisture. If it is dry, you can paint the floor. If it is wet then forget it; even the most expensive epoxy will not stick. If this is a new floor and the contractor sprayed it with curing compound, don’t waste your money. Nothing will adhere to your floor until you have it sanded or shot blasted. If you are having a new garage floor poured and you would like to epoxy it, you must have a vapor barrier laid down under the concrete. The barrier must be at least 12 mills thick, and you must water cure it. Do not allow the contractor to spray it with a curing agent. Keep it wet for several days, and it will cure very well. Old sheets and blankets on top soaked with water work well. You need to wait at least 60 days before applying paint to new concrete. Do not get the concrete dirty or oily! Applying epoxy in weather above 72 degrees is a must! Now you must acid etch the concrete with muriatic acid. Make sure you neutralize any acid going down a drain or out in your

driveway with soda ash or baking soda. Using a garden sprayer, mix 1 part acid to 4 parts water. Caution: Always add acid to water slowly, never water to acid! Make sure the area is well ventilated and wear a respirator, safety glasses, and rubber gloves! Rinse the floor thoroughly twice! This will open up the pores in the concrete and allow the paint to stick. Now, you must wait another seven days for it to dry. Epoxy is a very durable product; however it does not take well to poorly prepared surfaces. My barn floor has two coats of epoxy, a moisture barrier epoxy and a 100% solids gray epoxy top coating. The second coat must be applied while the first coat is still tacky, and doing this in your stocking feet is a chore to say the least! Since epoxy is very thick, a special roller, rubber gloves, and throwaway shoes (old steel cleated golf shoes work well) are required. A squeegee is also helpful in spreading the epoxy. Make sure the epoxy or paint is “Hot Tire Proof”. If not, it will stick to your tires and pull up. No matter what product you use, make sure you read the directions. Epoxy is normally two-part, and mixing it properly is a must or it will never dry! This is tough project that takes attention to directions, and once started must be completed! Copyright © Joe Novak 04-10-2010 To find out what Joe would do, e-mail questions to editorial@middlefieldpost. com. Joe has 20-some years experience in manufacturing and says that as a small business owner, he found that you either learn how to solve a problem yourself or pay to have it done. Joe’s articles are his opinion and are only intended as a guide. Please consult an expert when in doubt.

CSA? Carrots, Squash and Artichokes? By Lynda Nemeth, director Destination Geauga

n 2014 Geauga County was ranked as one of the healthiest counties in the state, and it’s easy to see why. When it comes to things we have control over we can certainly eat right and exercise. We have an abundance of green space and clean air to make exercise opportunities easy. Maybe even easier is the abundance of good local produce. If you are looking forward to local produce be sure to get in on a “CSA” program so you don’t miss out on anything. Not familiar with a CSA? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a way for you to purchase directly from a local farm by signing up with them at the start of the growing season (now) and paying for a “share” of produce that is received on a weekly basis throughout the growing

season. By providing this ‘seed’ money at the start of the season, members help support the farm when it is needed most. By purchasing direct it provides a good value to you, the consumer, and fair prices to the farmers for their produce. CSA Programs are becoming increasingly popular as more people are attempting to ‘eat local.’ The website www. LocalHarvest.org lists estimates there are over 4,000 farms offering CSA programs! Most ‘shares’ are be purchased by size for a single, or a family, and then several pick up locations are available for your convenience. Most farms also give you the opportunity to visit, this is a great way to expose kids to new vegetables and to get to see where ‘their’ garden is growing! In our area if you are interested in learning more check in with Geauga Family Farms which is group of 10 organic Geauga County Farms, they will be accepting applications until May 15. Happy Munching!

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a t e r i s arguably the most vital resource known to man. Our bodies are a made predominately of water, we use water to shower, bathe, cook, clean, eat, for recreational activities and in general, we need water to live. Farmers use water to grow produce, row crops, vegetables and livestock, wash food items before market and to clean animal housing, processing facilities and equipment. So with all of that in mind, can anyone explain why any person who needs and uses water on a daily basis, would willingly and openly destroy the quality of the water table? The Noise. While you think about that last question, look back in time not too long ago when the city of Toledo told its residents (over 500,000) that there was a ban on tap water usage as a result of the algae bloom in the Western Lake Erie basin and finding several toxins in the city water treatment plant. Do you remember that? That was end of July and early August of 2014. What is Farm Bureau doing? If you look back on the press clippings from regional and national media outlets, you’ll see the many folks unfamiliar with farming and farming practices cast a heavy hand of blame on farmers, particular those in northwest Ohio. However, Farm Bureau and a long list of other agriculture related organizations were well ahead of the bloom in getting Senate Bill 150 signed into law at the end of May, 2014. The original draft of the bill was actually submitted in June of 2013. This was all taking place while the majority of press merely glanced over the fact that the City of Toledo had a welldocumented history of a malfunctioning and deteriorating waste water treatment facility. The premise of SB 150 was to require certification of folks that were spreading commercial fertilizer on plots of 50 acres or more. Certification opportunities began in the fall of 2014 and have been offered all over the state since. This certification is relevant for a number of reasons. The first is that the certification reinforces the basics of being a good steward of the land. Certain crops require specific nutrients at specific times at a certain amount. If a farmer goes outside of this common thought – chances are the farmer is buying too much fertilizer and as a result, likely applying too much fertilizer or the incorrect amounts of it. After the crisis, Farm Bureau and many of the same agriculture organizations continued to discuss how the agriculture industry can be a part of the solution, not only in the Western Lake Erie Basin and its affiliated watersheds, but statewide. Since the fall of 2014 over 6,000 farmers have taken this certification course with a majority from northwest Ohio. The recently signed Senate Bill 1 is a continuation of the discussions and concerns regarding water quality. In a nutshell, this bill limits or restricts the application of manure (not addressed in SB 150) on saturated, frozen or snow-covered ground in the Western Lake Erie Basin. There are some exceptions depending on

eople across the county have been accepting the Geauga W.O.R.K. Out challenge. W.O.R.K. Out stands for ‘Walk, Observe, Read, Know’ and will engage your mental and physical health. The program is open to anyone over 12 years old and runs through Sept. 11. Register at any Geauga County Public Library to receive your Starter Kit complete 10 challenge in four categories to receive a final reward and be entered into a drawing for larger prizes. You could win a Fitbit, walking sticks, yoga mat, or sporting goods store gift card. So what does W.O.R.K. Out entail? Some challenges include hiking trails at the Geauga Park District or attending Family Health & Safety Day at UH Geauga Medical Center on Saturday July 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Others include reading and discovering new library resources. Attending library programs is an additional option for completing the W.O.R.K. Out log. The Middlefield Library is hosting numerous events that fit into the theme of mental and physical selfimprovement. First, attend “Improve Yourself with Auburn ABLE” on Thursday May 21 at 7 p.m. to begin working on your future. Whether you are seeking a GED, brushing up on computer skills, improving language skills, learning English, hoping to advance in your career, or looking to learn a trade, the Auburn ABLE program has something to offer you! Diane Marjenin will discuss the variety of services and opportunities available at the ABLE site in the Cardinal Board of Education. To uncover more about U.S. history,

how quickly the manure/ fertilizer is applied into the ground and also certain time frames that will allow farmers to get into compliance depending on the size of the farm. SB 150 and SB 1 are the first legislative pieces of its kind in the United States. To learn more about what Ohio agriculture is doing to be provide a long-term solution, you should visit www.farmersforwater.org Why You Should Care. I have been fortunate to work with five different county Farm Bureau’s and a variety of farmers. It’s my opinion that the majority of farmers in this region and across the state, follow basic common sense practices when it comes to applying commercial fertilizer or manure. How can I be so sure? Because fertilizer costs money. The diesel needed to fill the tractor and sprayer/spreader costs money. If the volume of and type of fertilizer is incorrect, it will lead to a low-yielding crop, which means less money. If a farmer weakens or destroys their water table, they run a high risk of ruining the well that bathes and feeds their family, livestock and crops. This also costs money. Profit margins are slim and the margin of error is even slimmer. So why would farmers destroy the very item we need most to survive? And why should you care? To answer that question, perform this science experience. Find a 5 gallon bucket and fill it with water. Dump half of that bucket onto your front yard and see how far that water travels and how long it takes to be absorbed. Then repeat the process, this time dumping the water on your asphalt/ concrete driveway. As you will see, the water dumped onto your lawn was slow moving and eventually absorbed. The water dumped on the pavement, moved swiftly and was not absorbed until it found its way to the drain. The fact of the matter is that our life styles have made all of us contributors. The question that remains is can we all be part of the solution before the legislation affects the entire state? Please mark your calendars for 7 p.m. May 14 at Cleats, 602 South St., Chardon (44024) when the Geauga County Farm Bureau will discuss events, topics and programs for Young Farmers. On June 22, we’ll host our first Farm Forum and on July 10 we’ll host our Policy Development session. To see other events “like” our facebook page – www.facebook.com/ geaugacountyfarmbureau. To join, find our online application at www.volunteers. growwithfb.org. Timothy “Ty” Kellogg was born and raised in Geauga County on a 112-acre, fifthgeneration farm in Geauga County. A graduate of Kent State University, Ty received his bachelors degree in Electronic Media Production, which is the fancy way of saying audio-visual work for television and radio broadcast. Not wanting to leave Ohio for work, Ty became the organization director of the “northeast” Counties Farm Bureau and acts as a liaison between his county board of trustees and the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. In his spare time, he enjoys hunting, trapping, fishing, food, a good cigar, Wild Turkey whiskey, pickin’ his banjo and guitar and spending time with his fiancé, Lisa.

check out “Man Hunt for Lincoln’s Assassin!” on Wednesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. Paul Goebbel returns to recount the great manhunt for John Wilkes Booth in April 1865. Hear firsthand accounts from period newspapers, letters, books, and court transcripts. What happened in Washington, D.C. and in the swamps and rivers, forests and fields of Maryland during those twelve days is far too incredible to have been made up. Next, “Green Smoothies 101” on Wednesday, June 10 at 7 p.m. will explore the hows and whys behind the popular nutritional drinks. Discover just how easy it is to make them at home. Also, learn tips and tricks to avoid the season’s sniffles. Tasty samples will be provided. Space is limited, so registration is required to save your spot! Finally, “Nutrition on the Go” will be held on Wednesday June 17 at 7 p.m. UH Geauga Medical Center will be providing valuable information on making good nutrition a way of life. Learn the tools to make better choices and live a longer, more productive life. We thank University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center and the Geauga Park District for partnering with us for Geauga W.O.R.K. Out. Also, a huge thanks goes to the Friends of the Library for supporting the program through their ongoing book sale. Visit their book sale room weekdays from noon to 3 p.m. We hope you will W.O.R.K. Out with the Middlefield Library this summer! Stop by the Middlefield Library 16167 E. High St., Middlefield (44062) or call 440632-1961 to register for these programs and/or visit the book sale room.

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who gave him permission to use their he sugaring season is over, but then names. It took Mr. Newman ten years to it never really is over. Whether you’ve complete the story due to suffering a stroke lived here all your life or moved here in 2006, which affected the right side of his recently, you’re continually made aware brain, his speech and right limbs. However that this is maple syrup country. In other after a year and a half he picked up where counties no waitress asks if you want real he had left off, getting up at 4:30 a.m. to maple syrup on your pancakes , they just write. He himself is a put that thick dark character in the book stuff with no real called Fred Newman maple syrup in it on who is arrested for your table. the judge’s murder. After reading Want to know ‘who that Mr. Paul A. done it’ ? You can get Newman was going the book at the Law to talk about his Offices of Newman latest book, “Murder and Brice at the at the Maple Festival” Square in Chardon, at the Middlefield at Barnes and Noble, Library, I decided it or through Amazon. was time to see what It’s published by this man looked like. www.iUniverse.com. Since moving Mr. Newman to Geauga County served two tours of 10 years ago I’ve duty in Vietnam. He often seen his name was wounded and connected with received the Purple photography since Heart as well as the he has published 10 Bronze Star. In 2002 photography books. Paul A. Newman, author of “Murder at the together with two One of his photos Maple Festival”. other veterans, he graces the cover of published a book his new book. Mr. Newman, a small modest on stories from their war time experiences man with a cherubic smile is a practicing called “Nine from the Ninth”. His first attorney with an office at Chardon Square publication, written at age 50, called Job across from the court house. He’s been on B, is a book on Faith. He also edits a legal the Geauga County Public Library board publication in Geauga County. Mr. Newman since 1987 and on the Maple Festival board has a wife and two daughters and farms 20 for 35 years, often serving as president. His acres in Hambden. heart is in Geauga County and he wanted people to know the history of the Maple Nancy Huth grew up in Cleveland and Festival, but he thought, “Uh, oh, boring, graduated from Notre Dame College and boring”. So he cleverly wove it into a Cleveland State University. After teaching winter snow storm murder of a judge in English for a few years, she married and the Chardon court house. Now you can moved to Germany where she taught English painlessly unearth all you want to know as a second language for 30 years. In 2005 about Chardon and the Maple Festival by she and her German husband Dieter moved reading this delightful mystery. It contains to Middlefield. Nancy has written for the Post the names of 92 real people in the county since 2007. “Human language may be polite and powerless in itself, uplifted with difficulty into expression by the high thoughts it utters, or it may in itself become so saturated with warm life and delicious association that every sentence shall palpitate and thrill with the mere fascination of the syllables.... There may be phrases which shall be palaces to dwell in, treasure-houses to explore; a single word may be a window from which one may perceive all the kingdoms of the earth and the glory of them. Oftentimes a word shall speak what accumulated volumes have labored in vain to utter: there may be years of crowded passion in a word, and half a life in a sentence. “ ~ Thomas Wentworth Higginson, “Letter to a Young Contributor,” The Atlantic Monthly, April 1862

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What’s in a name? In the case of Between Two Rivers Trading Co., it’s a clever reference to the location: Mesopotamia literally translates to “a country between two rivers.” Much like the settlers who founded the fertile land that lay between the Cuyahoga and Grand Rivers, the artists who make up Two Rivers have set up shop in their own little piece of Mespo. Having lived for 13 years next door to the space that would house Between Two Rivers Trading Co., proprietor Patty Krejca was turned down for startup many times. However, her persistent vision of a viable business has paid off in the realization of an artist’s haven nearly 25 years in the making. A dealer of unique antiques and collectibles, it’s hard to argue that she has tapped into something special in the community. Chandra Peterson, an acrylic artist who now paints on any and every medium, explains, “For people who have never sold anything before, it was really exciting. Even if it was just a simple coffee cup, it really got me fired up to paint more and have more to bring in, and get my creative juices flowing again, just because of this place!” Patty had always wanted to get a group of people working together to sell and make things. She explained, “I started talking to people, they began bringing their wares, and it just kind of came together!” It’s not hard to see the magnetic draw for these artists. They have come together to create a place greater than the sum of its parts, in which talents are honed and ideas take root in a self-made community that nurtures its members. This communal spirit is evident in the core volunteer team keeping the shop running free of charge- a spirited collective that Patty is thankful for. “People work outside, filling in spaces. It’s all co-op. Everyone takes a turn,” said Diane Wozniak, an original and restoration stained glass artist (formerly of Renaissance & Rainbows stained glass). Patty grounds the business in sound entrepreneurship, with a degree in management. “My strengths are in the books, and my team- these girls -are my right hand, from merchandising and displays to everything else.” Patty thanks Barb Herringshaw of Willoughby and Barb Gerhard of Madison, who assist in merchandising consultation. Why should you visit? It’s one of a kind charm is impossible to resist! From modern to Indian and primitives, textiles, glassworks, hand wrought jewelry- there is something for everyone, and everyone

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The Flight of a Life Time At 5 p.m. on the eve of Saturday, May 9 a helicopter landed in the foot ball field beside the Cardinal Middle School. John Kochy, pilot with A i r wo l f Ae ro s p a ce LLC, in Middlefield was onsight to surprise Brenna King a Cardinal sophmore, Pilot John Kochy, flew in to escort (l-r) Jordan Andrews, Jeremy Jeremy Andrews a Andrews and Brenna King to their Cardinal Prom on May 9. Cardinal senior and Jordan Andrews, twin to Jeremy, with a will she be liked as she grows up,” added once in a life time flight from Cardinal King. “ This school, this community Promenade to the Sun Valley Party Center. has been fantastic! Very accepting!” “She is going to be Cinderella tonight,” Both, Middlefield Police Chief said her proud father, Brian King. “Its magic.” Joe Tucholski and Cardinal High Brenna is the youngest daughter School Principal Jeremy Hunter, were of Brian and Katrina King, and has extremely supportive of the idea. special needs. She could not contain her All three kids had experienced previous excitement as she realized she would flight experience in King’s private open be flying in the helicopter to prom. cockpit plane, he calls “The Breezy”. “Being a parent of a special needs kid, Many looked on as the helicopter took off. you are concerned, will she be accepted,

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ell here I am in a box with holes in it and I just peeked out to see Ellie and Ron getting in the front seat of the car. The last time I was in the car was when they took me to the doctor down the street but I feel fine today so I don’t know what’s happening. I’m not too happy with either one of them because they have been trimming my fur a lot lately. I heard Ron say something about getting rid of the “matting.” I’d like to see how he would like it if someone chased him around the house with a pair of scissors. He’d be happy to have hair. I don’t really like this so I’m going to cry a lot until they get me out of here. I don’t know how long it’s been (cause people say cats and dogs have no idea of time) but Ellie is finally getting me out of the box. Wow, I can see out of all the windows and Ron is really going pretty fast. I think I’ll climb all over him and put my paws on the steering wheel to slow him down. Oops, Ellie pulled me away, picked me up and put me on her lap. Not bad, pretty comfortable. I ‘m starting to feel sleepy. If I close my eyes and look like I’m sleeping they won’t put me back in that box. Wonder why they are taking me on a road trip. I guess since my buddy Simba is no longer with us they need a furry friend to spend more time with. Oh, oh, the car’s finally stopping. There they go again, putting me in the box. I can see a small blue building with a blue roof. I bet it’s that cabin they always talk about. Now that we are inside they are taking me out of the box. Wow, this is a new adventure all right. They are pouring out some food and water

for me. Not bad. I think I’m going to like this road trip. Wonder if they remembered to bring my personal “sand box.” Yay, Ron just put it in the corner for me. This will be great. I can spend all my time with my two best friends, sleep on the beds anytime I want and we can all be in the same room together. What a great vacation. I even forgot about the annoying haircuts I was getting. After hanging around the door for a couple days I finally snuck outside but Ron was quicker than me and caught me under the cabin. Boy, that old guy sure can run fast. Oh well, at least it made my trip a whole lot more interesting. Wait a minute, what’s going on? Here comes that box again and I hear that vacuum cleaner making a lot of noise. Can it be? I think we’re getting ready to leave here. Okay, now we’re all back in the car again. Not sure if I like this but it’s better than being alone. Ooh, lots of winding hills and bumpy roads. I don’t feel so good and I think I know what’s going to happen. Oops, I just got sick on the floor. Nobody is yelling so I guess they feel sorry for me. All in all I had a pretty good time even though I got a little car sick on the way home. I have forgiven Ron for trimming my fur. After all, he wants me to look and feel my best. I’m sorry for the remark about him not having much hair. Maybe he had matting like I did and someone went too far. Hope Ron doesn’t read this! Ellie has been a freelance writer for more than 40 years and has written over 400 articles. She and her husband spend as much time as possible at their cabin where they enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. This is where the majority of her writing is done as it is the perfect quiet setting for a writer.

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May 15: You and the Future of Your Business 7:30 to 8 a.m. Registration and networking. 8 to 10 a.m. Program with Q&A. Experts discuss business organization, tax implications, valuation, legal, and asset and transfer funding. Kent State University Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton (44021).Registration https://may15-ggpsuccessionplanning.eventbrite.com or call 440-564-1060.

June 14: Caveman Crawl 7 to 8:30 a.m. registration. 8:30 costume judging, 9 a.m. race. Free food and awards follows. West Woods in Russell Township. Just over 3.1 miles to walk or run. All ages welcome. Visit http://bit.ly/gpdcaveman for registration online link. Registration $20 by June 8, $25 on race day. Free 2015 race day T-shirt for first 250 to register. Proceeds benefit the Chip Henry Institute for Outdoor Adventure.

May 19: Special Needs Fishing Expo 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. To allow youth and parents optimal enjoyment, Walter C. Best Wildlife Preserve will be closed to the public May 19 for this event. Rain date May 20. Contact Jim Dvorak of Burton/Middlefield Rotary, 440-554-1404 or dvorak07burton@ gmail.com with questions. At Walter C. Best Wildlife Preserve, 11620 Ravenna Road (Route 44), Munson. Geauga Park District is online at http://geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

June 16: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance Lesson, 7:30 p.m. Dance 8 to 10:30 p.m. Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Town Hall, 83 N. Main St. (44022).

May 19: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance Lesson 8 p.m. Dance, live music 9 to 11:30 p.m. Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Town Hall 83 N. Main St. (44022). May 23,24: Civil War Encampment The Geauga County Historical Society will bring back the Civil War Encampment for the 150th anniversary of the last year of that conflict. Re-enactors will create military and civilian scenes from period and answer questions. Contact the business office, 440834-1492 or info@geaugahistorical.org. May 26: Health Fair 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. UHGH free health screenings, lunch. Farmington Senior Center, 150 College Street (44491). Questions, vendors, call 330-889-2733. June 5: Bainbridge Swing Dance Lesson 8 p.m. Dance, live music 9 to 11:30 p.m. Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Bainbridge Town Hall 17826 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls ( 44023). 216-316-0068. June 6: Troy Township Contra Dance Lesson 6:30 p.m. Dance 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Adult $8, student $5, family $25. Troy Community House 13950 Main Market Road (Route 422 ) in Burton ( 44021).

June 16: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance Lesson, 7:30 p m. Dance 8 to 10:30 p.m. Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Town Hall ,83 N. Main St.; (44022). June 20: Bras for a Cause 5K Run/Walk Registration 7:30 a.m. Race 9 a.m. To raise money for UH Geauga Medical Center Auxilary’s Seidman Cancer Center. Online Registration: http://www.raceit. com/search/event.aspx?id=32106. Maple Highlands Trail, 12601 Chardon-Windsor Road ( 44024). June 27: Huntsburg Concert Music from 50s to present, cake walk, 50/50 raffle. Chili Cook-Off winner will bring a batch of chili. Sunshine in the park. In town hall if rain. Huntsburg (44046) Free PiYo fitness classes Mondays 9 a.m. Thursdays 6 p.m. Bring yoga mat, hand towel, water bottle. Walking and running groups at church Friday mornings, 9 a.m. Walk 1 to 2 miles at easy pace. Running is no drop pacing. Middlefield First United Methodist Church 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield Village, 440-632-0480. Free Produce Giveaway Fourth Tuesday each month. Pick up 4 to 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608). Pick up inside if inclement weather. Handicap accessible, 440-6323-0480.

Memorial Day Observances May 25: Middlefield The parade at noon, starts at the Middlefield Fire Station, 14860 N. State Ave. and ends at the cemetery. Kids are encouraged to decorate bikes with a patriotic theme and ride along. Dairy Queen certificates will be provided for their participation. Veterans will conduct a tribute program at the cemetery and will serve free hot dogs and hamburgers (donations are cheerfully accepted) at the VFW immediately following. May 25: Huntsburg Parade forms 10:15 a.m. behind the school building, marches out 10:30 a.m. Services in Huntsburg Memorial Park, corner of Routes 322 and 528 immediately after parade. Hot dogs in the pavilion follow. May 25: Parkman 9 a.m. starting at Overlook Park and going to the cemetery just south of the light in Parkman. May 25: Burton Memorial Day Observance at the gazebo on the square in Burton at 11 a.m. Wreath ceremony will follow at the Welton Cemetery, refreshments later at the American Legion, 14052 Goodwin St., Burton, 44021. Call Bo 440-834-8765.

Diane Allen is a speaker, author, coach and expert in helping people stand strong while performing daunting tasks. Allen teaches a proven system for public speaking with unwavering confidence. Imagine the last time you were introducing yourself at a networking event, asking for a raise, or in an important sales conversation. Picture yourself flourishing under that pressure, no matter who is in the room, how high the stakes, or how many people you face. What could you accomplish with the skills to keep your cool in any situation? On May 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Allen will be sharing her expertise with business professionals from all over northeast Ohio at an educational workshop hosted by The Red Key Network. Allen will teach skills including controlling distractions that derail focus when a point needs to be made; reducing the heartracing, red face, and voice quivering that tends to happen when you need to speak up and turning obsessive worry into calm confidence. The “Empowered Excellence” educational workshop will be at Fowler’s Mill Golf Course. 13095 Rockhaven Road in Chesterland (44026) at a cost of $20 for members of the Red Key Network, and

$35 for non-members. Though the Red Key Network focuses on women in business, this event is open to anyone looking to improve their communication skills. To register visit www.redkeynetwork.org and click on “Events.” Questions can be sent to admin@redkeynetwork.org. The Red Key Network is a positive force in Geauga County, now in its fifth year of education, mentoring, and networking support for women in business. Diane Allen’s powerful workshop is an incredible opportunity that the group is excited to bring to the community. Lynda Nemeth, chairman of the Board of Directors for The Red Key Network, says “We are thrilled to be able to share the expertise of Diane Allen with members and non-members of the Red Key Network. This will be such an exceptional workshop to learn great empowerment skills, and for non-members to experience a Red Key Network Event.” The Red Key Network is a non-profit dedicated to supporting women in business. Programs focus on education, networking, and mentoring that empower women to reach their professional and personal goals. To learn more, visit www. redkeynetwork.org.

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Out on the water public canoeing, kayaking on the parks’ summer schedule: Whether it’s before dawn, during the day or beneath a full moon, your time on the water will be the best part of your day. Register by phone at 440-286-9516 for any of these opportunities to join a Geauga Park District naturalist out on the beautiful Upper Cuyahoga River. Birding Biathlon: 50 Birds by Boat and Boot Sunday, May 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register if using Park District canoe; bring your own and no registration required) Observe International Migratory Bird Day by celebrating the return of migratory songbirds from the tropical Americas. Goal is 50 bird species seen or heard by canoe on the Upper Cuyahoga River at 11 AM and on foot at 1 PM in the park. Ages 10+ to canoe. Polliwog Paddle Family Canoe Sunday, May 17, 3-4:30 PM, Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting May 10) An easy-paced, short-distance float for families on the wildlife-rich Upper Cuyahoga River. Ages 5 and up with adult. Bridge Creek Canoe Expedition Saturday, May 23, 1 to 4 p.m. Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting May 17) Experienced canoeists take a rugged but rewarding three-hour canoe trip up Bridge Creek. Be prepared for muddy portages. Bring extra clothes in a waterproof bag and water. Basic Learn to Kayak Sunday, June 7, 1 to 4 p.m., Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting June 1) Learn basic kayak-handling techniques for flat water. Ages 10 and up. Intermediate Learn to Canoe Sat., June 13, 9 a.m. to noon. Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting June 7) Experienced paddlers learn intermediate canoe-handling techniques for flat water. Ages 10 and up. Previous paddling experience required. Basic Learn to Canoe Saturday, June 13, 1 to 4 p.m., Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting June 7) Learn basic canoe-handling techniques for flat water. Ages 10 and up. Polliwog Paddle Family Canoe Sunday, June 14, 1-3 PM, Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting June 7) An easy-paced, short-distance float for families. Ages 5+ with adult. Cuyahoga Canoe Sunday, June 14, 4 to 6 p.m., Eldon Russell Park, Horwath’s Landing (register starting June 7) Join a naturalist on this adventure as we paddle our way, discovering plants and wildlife in and along the river. Ages 10+ with adult. Must be 12 or older to paddle. Unless otherwise specified, programs are designed for those already comfortable with being out on the water; no lessons will be given. Call 440-286-9516 with questions. Youth entering grades 5 through 10 can also count on plenty of kayak adventure during Geauga Park District’s Summer Camps beginning the week of June 15, which also include day-long adventures like the Cuyahoga River Kayak Challenge for teens entering grades 8 through 10. Visit http://bit.ly/gpdcamps for details, and just call to sign up!

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I need you here to walk with me across the path I chose The path is thin, on un-solid ground; I don’t know where it goes It’s getting dark . . . I can’t see what’s before my eyes I’ll try to listen to your voice, and use it as my guide If winds get heavy and I can’t hear your voice to guide me through . . . please take my hand, hold it tight, LORD keep me close to you!

Russell James Ward, age 48 of Claridon, left his earthly life April 27, 2015. Russ was a devoted husband and father. He attended all of his children’s activities; acted as coach of his daughter’s youth volleyball and softball teams and assisted with his son’s wrestling, t-ball and football programs. He was also involved with their 4-H. Russ was a fun loving, every man’s man, with numerous friends. They loved his charismatic personality filled with story-telling, humor and song. An avid music lover, Russ knew his musicians, lyrics, and their back stories. Any song you wanted to know about – when it was released, who sang it- you could ask Russ and then he’d sing it with you. Russ loved to golf. He joined his band of brothers at sunrise Sunday morning for years. He also enjoyed motocross men’s weekends with friends and son. Russ’s family enjoyed camping through Ohio, W. Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Russ enjoyed farming and recently moved to his childhood home/farm. Russ was employed by Beachwood Place for 26 years. Russ was a 1985 graduate of Berkshire High School and a 1988 graduate of Hocking Technical College. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Wendy; his daughter Kalyn, and his son, Dakota; his father, Edward of Chardon; brother, Timothy (Beth) of Auburn; and his sister, Jodie (Jeff ) Fritinger of Aurora. He is preceded in death by his mother, Judith Ann Hunt Ward.

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49 Years in Real Estate | www.sirackirealty.com Give us a call if you need something sold or leased Pho: 440-632-1904 • Fax: 440-632-1003 Email: realtor@sirackirealty.com 16394 Kinsman Road • Middlefield, OH 44062

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This 2000 +/- Sq.Ft. ranch home sits on nice tree lined 1 acre lot. Features beautiful CUSTOM BUILT newer hardwood floors, living room with vaulted ceiling and stunning floor to ceiling stone fireplace, inviting foyer, sunroom with skylights, large eat-in kitchen and 1st floor laundry. Walk out lower level offers plenty of light in the finished rec. room, and tons of storage area. Easy access to Rte. 422. PARKMAN TWP ~ $225,000

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1st time ever offered for sale! This lovingly and meticulously Colonial on NEW LISTING maintained 1.15 Village acres. Offers 4 Bedrooms, eat-in kitchen with built-in booth, formal dining room, inviting screened-in frt porch, oversized garage that turns into screened summer patio area for entertaining. Concrete drive and older original barn where tons of memories have been made over the past century! Such character and charm…a must see! MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE ~ $169,000

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Great Storage for Cars, Boats, RVs, Equiment, Agricultural Items and Firewood!

Stucco exterior, custom arched doors & doorways, ceramic tile entry in this 3 bedroom 2632sqft home. Long concrete drive & turn around leads to the home that features: wood floors in the eat-in kitchen that opens up to the dining room, living rm with fireplace and vaulted ceilings, huge family rm, full basement that is attached to the oversized 2 car garage, 2 bedrooms and a full bath + laundry room on the 1st floor and on the 2nd floor is a master suite including: master bedroom with attached full bath, 2nd full bath roughed in at the end of the hall and loft overlooking the living rm….detached shop out back on this 2+ acre parcel in Hiram

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Taffy Taffy was rescued after being abandoned outdoors. She had a very large hernia that was repaired. She is very outgoing and friendly, a wonderful addition to your home. She is around a year old, spayed, vaccinated and has tested negative for leukemia/FIV. Her adoption donation is only $40. Taffy is good with other cats and doesn’t mind dogs once she gets used to them. To meet Taffy, please contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue 440-862-0610 deptola. kathy@gmail.com.

If you’ve been looking for privacy, look no more you’ve just it! This 3Br, 2.5 NEW LISTING found bath Cape style home with wrap around porch has a 600 Ft. +/- setback from the road on Pine lined driveway! This solid home offers 2240 sq.ft. of living space plus full basement. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining, possible 1st floor bedroom and living room with brick hearth for wood burner. 2 large out buildings and Approx. 6 acres. Huntsburg ~ $169,000

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Sweet Ciara Meet Ciara, a two-year old, short hair charcoal gray cat who looks like she might have some Russian Blue in her. Ciara is a total love and gets along with everybody. She is especially fond of my two dogs. Ciara is outgoing, gentle and loving. She loves sitting in my bay window and watching everything going on outdoors. Ciara is spayed, vaccinated and has tested negative for leukemia/FIV. To meet Ciara, please contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue 440-862-0610 deptola.kathy@gmail.com.

TV/DVD cabinet - solid red oak, receding doors, Amish-made. Ideal for child’s room. H 45, W 27, D 27 $299 440-632-1930

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