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Volume 9 ~ Issue 24

July 8, 2015

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Neighborly News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Communities

By Kathleen M. Student at Cardinal High School

About Paris

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hen I became a freshman, I knew I wanted to have a once in a life time opportunity during my high school career. That’s why I decided to go on the school trip to Paris. When it was about three months away, I counted down each day to make it feel closer and closer, looking forward to it every day, being more and more excited. I waited three years to go on the trip and this summer I finally got to go.

Let me just say that it was the most amazing experience I’ve ever had in my life. I will forever have these memories and I am eternally grateful to my parents for giving me the opportunity. Also I want to thank Madame Smith for being a part of this opportunity and for being an awesome French teacher. Without Madame, this trip would not have been as great as it was.

When we arrived in Paris after an eighthour flight, we visited the nearby parks that were creative and beautiful. Later that day, we visited the Eiffel Tower, which is my favorite monument in Paris. We got to look at the whole city from an awesome viewpoint. The following days, we visited a number of attractions. The Palace of Versailles is another favorite. The Louvre had amazing art including the very famous “Mona Lisa” and “Venus de Milo.” The catacombs were dark and mysterious and

Cardinal Students enjoy their Paris experience, 2015. (MP Photo/CSD) Luxembourg Park was perfect. At Giverny we saw Monet’s home which was also beautiful. We took a boat ride down the canal and saw a lot more of the city. We walked along the Champs Élysées with a great view of the L’acre de Triomphe. Notre Dame and Saint Chapelle were gorgeous as well. We also visited the cemetery Pére La Chaise seeing the graves of Edith Piaf and Jim Morrison. On Saturday, we visited the Musée D’orsay which has a lot of great art as well. After that, it was a free day from the tour company to do our own thing. Also on Saturday, we were able to experience the movie, “Jurassic World” in French. At the end of the day, we visited Sacre Cœur.

On our last day of Paris we visited three castles: Amboise, Chenonceau, and Chambord. The castles were absolutely

beautiful. During our trip, we had to learn the metro system, and now if I ever go back I will for sure know how to get around.

Every day we ate lunch of our choosing. I think I had a baguette about every day; it’s so yummy! The dinners we ate were also delicious. My favorite was escargot, which are snails. It may not sound appetizing, but believe it or not, they’re to die for. The weather was awesome, which made the trip even more satisfying. We did so much for such little time. I’m sure I’m missing the little details but that’s why everyone should experience it for themselves.

I will admit that I won’t miss all the walking and the exhaustion that comes with visiting France, but in the end it was all worth it. Paris is the most beautiful city I’ve ever seen. And I suggest that if you ever have the opportunity to go, take it, you will never

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E x p e r i m e nt a l Aircraft Association (EAA) has a chapter at the Geauga Airport in Middlefield, where they work to foster a community of flight enthusiasts who pilot,maintain, restore and build airplanes.

Members share their knowledge and help one another, as Tim Connor, with the EAA at Geauga County Airport (left), discusses the enjoyment well as invest their of influencing and helping Katie Gross (center) and Andrew Whiting with their experience in youth individual aviation pursuits. operations manager for Rock Water Nation, interested in becoming a part of the aerospace builds planes in his spare time, and is an active industry. At the most recent Airport Days event technical counselor for the EAA. When asked at the Geauga County airport , we were able to catch up with Tim Connor, who works as an Continued on page 5

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student in his school woodworking class, The three small Amish children as he claims. He also escaped driving a squealed in delight as they ran their new truck during his stint in the army from wooden toy trucks over the outside portico 1953 to 1955 in France by becoming the at Mary Yoder’s. Bruce Mahler had struck indispensable “Radar O’Reilly” (M*A*S*H) to again. The 84-year-old Middlefielder has his commanders. been building toy trucks for six years now.

Bruce and his wife of 44 years, Ruth, He always carries some in the back of his car both love to see the joy on children’s faces and enjoys giving them away to children he sees in restaurants and in stores. So far he has given away 700 of them, some to churches and charities. Geauga Fa m i l y S e r v i c e s has also been the recipient of Bruce’s trucks which they will dispense to families.

Toy trucks created by Bruce Mahler (MP photo/Nancy Huth) B r u c e ’ s as they choose their trucks from Bruce’s car basement would be the envy of any lumber trunk. Both treasure the thank you notes store. Stacked high on myriad shelves are a they receive from grateful youngsters. One wide variety of wooden pieces of all shapes 3-year-old child even proclaimed to his and sizes. Brazilian cherry, oak, walnut, pine mother, “I’ll remember this day even after and poplar are some of the types of wood I’m dead.” Bruce puts his name on the truck’s cutoffs used in making the trucks. An Amish bottom in case it breaks or needs repair. friend, John Stutzman who has a sawmill Bruce Mahler is a retired General Motors and manufacturing business on Route 608 employee. His hobby during his working supplies Bruce with most of the pieces. years was singing. He was president of the He buys the wheels and axles himself. The Cleveland Male Chorus and of the Cleveland trucks come in different sizes and colors Messiah Chorus, which he already joined depending on the wood type. The bodies while in high school. Bruce also exercised of the trucks are sanded and stained. Bruce his sonorous baritone in the chorus at also builds stables to house Christmas Fairmount Temple. Now in his twilight years nativity figures. He buys the figures and Bruce has found a new hobby, one that builds the stable to fit, then gives these spreads truckloads of smiles and lights up away, too. the dancing eyes of young children.

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On June 20 we celebrated our fourth annual Summer Fest. The weather cooperated and it was a beautiful day. I was thrilled with the number of residents who attended and it was great to see entire families enjoying themselves. The variety of events made it enjoyable for people of all ages. Thanks to the efforts of M.A.C committee, they created an event that everyone could afford as all events were

free and were unique from the zip line to the mechanical bull. I personally had a great time and encourage you if you did not attend this year to place it on your calendar for next year. It will be held the Saturday before Father’s Day going forward. I want to give an additional thanks to the Pat Preston who donated a brand new Camaro convertible to transport our Grand Marshal, CCM rental for allowing use of their property for the outstanding fireworks display and The Harrington family for providing the area for the events. See you there next year.

On the business side, Chem Tech is near completion of their new facility and already discussing Phase II. David Ford is constructing a new facility in his industrial park which will also create additional employment. Briar Hill has submitted plans for a large addition to their beautiful facility providing additional employment.

The Village finances are the best they have been since 2008 and if we continue to work hard this trend will continue. I appreciate all who invest to improve our community.

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Scenario Training for The Community On June 27, the Middlefield Police Department hosted a Virtual Scenario, DecisionBased Training for the public. This role-playing exercise demonstrated scenarios that officers go through on a daily basis while on duty. Scenarios consisted of shoot, no-shoot scenarios and verbal confrontations with virtual suspects on the screen. Each attendee had opportunity to test their skills with three different scenarios. For information about future scenario participation exercises visit www.middlefieldohio.com or call MPD at 440-632-5224.

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Tackle Football is for ages 5 years old through 12 years old and in through sixth grade. $130VillageResident/$140NonVillageResi dent for 5 year olds through second grade and $140VR/$150NVR for third through sixth graders. Cheerleading is for ages 4 through 12 years old and through sixth grade. The cost is $75VR/$85NVR. The Middlefield Recreation Department is located at 14860 N. State Ave. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 440-632-5248 or visit www.middlefieldohio.com/ recreation-parks.

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Continued from page 1 why he helps newcomers, Tim Connor explains, “It’s fun. I enjoy helping people get into this field, because it’s a great place to be, whether you’re in it for a career or for fun. Andrew and Katie are the first two to come this far. There are a lot of kids who spend time with us, but there are a few that go on to get their pilot ratings or work in the field.” Connor is visibly proud of recruits Andrew Whiting and Katie Goss, who plan to become a commercial pilot and aerospace engineer, respectively.

Whiting, who now works for Meritech, is working on becoming their corporate pilot, while working in their engineering department and being sent to school for engineering technologies. “I started working for Jack Venaleck when I was

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“Without the airport and the EAA I wouldn’t be where I am today,” Whiting said, “They took me in and taught me what they knew, and it grew bigger than I ever would have expected. I have earned all my flight ratings.”

Flight endorsements function much like your driver’s license, where classes of aircraft can be piloted once requirements are met for earning licenses.

Katie Gross got her start at the Middlefield Airport when her mother was writing an article on the airport, and let her tag along. Katie, then 16, was impressed by the planes and fascinated by watching them being worked on. Her mother Laurie was able to set up a visit, and Katie began visiting and went from lending a hand turning bolts to flight and ground school. Much of the instruction was free of charge, with instructors from the EAA volunteering their time. Dave Tiber served as flight instructor, and Jim McDermott lent his plane. “They said ‘As long as I do the maintenance on the plane, learn it, and have fun they were happy to help,’” she recounted. Gross helped Dave Rigotti build his Rans Coyote plane after school at age 18, an experience she believes helped get her accepted to a program with Moog aerospace systems in Buffalo, New York.

She was hired into the commercial aircraft group as part of a work study program.

Her current projects include Embraer Jet actuator testing and an autopilot system for the Robinson 44 helicopter. She is also enrolled at Georgia Tech and in her second year, majoring in aerospace engineering.

Her program alternates between work study and college semesters, after which she hopes to work for Moog full time.

“I like them, they’re a great company” she said excitedly. She may even be able to take a semester abroad in a Madrid, Spain aerospace program, a welcome international experience. Katie returns to the airport to work on adding to her flight ratings, and is the night pilot for the Georgia Tech flight club, taxiing others for fun. She also helps put on a light maintenance class, where she teaches others to perform minor maintenance. Her time at the Middlefield airport prepared her well. “None of the other guys know how to take off the cowling,” she laughed.

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Recent Cardinal High School graduates (l-r) Carli C., Lucas F., and Faith B. all received scholarships from the American Legion Post #459 and the American Legion Auxiliary. (MPPhoto/CSD)

Seniors Honored The American Legion Post #459 in Burton honored Cardinal High School students at their annual Commander’s Reception on June 28, 2015. Carli C. received the Christafferson Memorial Scholarship for $1,000. Lucas F. received the Katz Memorial Scholarship for the amount of $1,000. Brant Z. received the Educational Scholarship for $500. The American Legion Auxiliary also presented their scholarship awards and Cardinal High School senior Faith B. was presented a $1,000 scholarship. Congratulations!

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Cardinal schools are in the midst of improvements and renovations, including updated hallways and a conversion of the library and adjoining offices to install a Career and College readiness facility.

The main lobby renovations, for whom Dr. Scott Hunt, Cardinal superintendent, credits Mr. Hunter and Mr. Kelly, include brightening and updating. The old wood lined and tile hallways, a throwback to the 1970s, have been drywalled, painted, fitted with new ceilings and re-lighted. Working closely with Ten10 design, they are working to put up fresh logos and streamline the facility to give it a modern feel. In the main hallway, the drop ceiling was pulled down, and Hunt commented, “We found paper airplanes in there from 1970s. Can you believe that?”

The new distance-learning classroom, which occupies the old library space, will contain digitally controlled big screen monitors, cameras, microphones, speakers and more to give students and teachers access to other schools, sharing resources and knowledge in the classroom. The secondary rooms, formerly offices, have also been renovated with tables, chairs, and large dry erase boards for a second learning space.

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Inaugural Grand Reunion

There will be a reunion to honor all classes that graduated from 1930 to 2010 from Cardinal High School, Middlefield, Huntsburg, and Parkman at Middlefield Fire Hall, 14860 N. State Ave. on Saturday, July 25. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres are served at 6 p.m. and there will be time to interact before a dinner at 6:30 p.m. of roast beef, potatoes, chicken parmesan, pasta, salad, roll, desert). At 7:15 a business meeting will begin with presentations at 7:45. Doors will close at 10:30 p.m. Cost is $35/person for paid CAA members and $45/person for non-members and guests; $40 for those over 65. (Add $10 to become a CAA member). BYOB: Soft drinks, water, coffee provided. Space is limited. RSVP to mlou6382@yahoo.com, or by mail to PO Box 188, Middlefield, OH 44062 by July 10. Make checks payable to Cardinal Alumni Association.

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Here are some quotes from some of the people in our group: Kelsey- “Being able to see the Eiffel Tower up close was a real dream come true.”

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My most memorable/ favorite moment is having visited the Eiffel regret it. No matter where in France you Tower.” visit, it will be worth it. The memories you Caleb- “My favorite part of the trip was make will stay with you forever, the food you seeing all of Paris and learning about the eat may become your favorite meal, and the culture. Also, I’m glad I got to go with my experience you have will make you want to friends and that I got to meet some new stay forever. Although everyone is different ones.” and may have different opinions, I still say Donovan- “My favorite part of the trip you should experience France at least once was being able to see monuments and in your lifetime. I can guarantee that you buildings that are hundreds of years old will love at least one aspect. I hope that and have so much historical evidence. Also one day I can return and experience even experiencing the culture made it one of the more of France. And I hope one day you can coolest things I’ve ever done.” experience the same things that I have too.

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Chapman Award Nominations Deadline The Geauga County Library Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2015 Chapman Award, a yearly recognition bestowed upon an individual or group whose deeds have promoted the enjoyment and value of books and reading and whose involvement has directly benefitted the Geauga County community. The deadline for submissions is Monday, July 13. Nomination forms are available at GCPL branches: Bainbridge, Chardon, Geauga West and Middlefield Libraries, Newbury and Thompson Stations, the Bookmobile, and at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center 12701 Ravenwood Dr. in Chardon.

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Mantua’s 7th Annual Art on the Hill and Wine Tasting festival will take place Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and feature more than 80 artisans and four local wineries will be offering tastings. East Prospect Street will be closed to traffic and open to artisans who will be on both sides of the street selling and displaying their handmade works of art.

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An auction and raffle will be held Friday, July 10 starting at 5 p.m. at the auction grounds, 15460 Grove Road in Garrettsville (44231). Some events planned for the evening are a bake sale, lunch stand, silent auction, 50/50 raffle and poly furniture. Come enjoy fellowship, great food and be part of this worthy cause; the money raised will benefit an Amish school.

Middlefield Chamber Events There will be a public Open House at the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, July 14 at noon on the lawn at 16014 E. High Street, Middlefield, right across from the VFW and the Post Office. Stop in to visit, have light refreshments and find out more about the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce. The rain date is Tuesday, July 21 at noon.

The Kelly Miller Circus will be in Middlefield at Cardinal Middle School Grounds on July 29 and July 30 with two shows each date at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets are available at Huntington Bank, Middlefield and Burton; Fig Tree, Ferronis Allegro Café & Bistro; Hilltop Variety; Merryfield Electric; Save-A-lot; Nauvoo Family market; or online at www. kellymillercircus.com. Advance tickets cost $12 adults and $6 children under 12. On circus day costs are $16 adults $16.00 and $8 children under 12. Come out to watch the circus set up the morning of July 29; the circus comes into Middlefield about 7:30 a.m. and will be set up by 9 a.m. Bring a chair or blanket to watch the activities comfortably. Sponsored by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce.

In Memoriam

Michael R. Lovas, of Burton, passed away at his home on June 19, 2015, of advanced Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. He was 44. Born in Cleveland on Sept. 23, 1970, Mike was a cherished son of Rodney Lovas of Burton and Marsha Tregloan of Parma.

Michael was employed by the United States Postal Service in Akron. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, the Ohio Army National Guard, and the Ohio Naval Militia. He was a graduate of Berkshire High School, took a Bachelor of Science degree from Regents College, and held a Doctor of Divinity degree. Michael was truly a gentleman and a scholar, and he will be fondly remembered for his avid patronage of the theater and his keen interest in a wide variety of disciplines including literature, language, science and engineering.

He is survived by his mother, Marsha Tregloan; stepmother and father, Marie and Rodney Lovas; brothers, Dr. John Lovas, O.D., Perrysburg, OH; Timothy Lovas, Lyndhurst; Dr. William Lovas, Ph.D., Pittsburgh, Pa. and nephew, Andrew Lovas, Perrysburg. Michael was a member of Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459, the Burton Congregational Church, and the Geauga County Agricultural Society. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459, 14052 Goodwin St., P.O. Box 261, Burton. OH 44021. Online condolences may be sent to www.russellslyfh.com.

Jane C. Rohrbach (nee Carlisle), 99, of Middlefield passed away peacefully June 27, 2015 at Briar Hill Healthcare Residence in Middlefield. She was born in Cleveland April 2,1916 to the late Daniel R. and Elma W. (Walter) Carlisle. Jane is now reunited with her loving husband, Mark Rohrbach.

She worked at a variety of hospitals over the years performing many administrative duties, especially Scholarship Coordinator and serving on the Hospital Council. Jane was an active member of the First United Methodist Church of Middlefield where she worked countless hours in the Thrift Shop and on God Shares a Meal.

Jane will be missed by: her brother, Daniel Carlisle; niece, Kim (Mark); nephew, Darren (Teresa) and many friends. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jane’s name are requested to be made to the “Kitchen Krew Stove Fund” at the Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com.

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July 18: WomenSafe Summer Dance 7 to 11 p.m. Swing dance lessons, live music, 50/50 raffle, Chinese Auction. $15 advance, $30 at door. At Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road in Chagrin Falls (44023).

Call 440-285-3741 for reservations.

July 18 and 19: Rummage Sale to Benefit Rescue Village July 18 early bird sale 8 to 9 a.m. $10 entry fee. Regular sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and July 19 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3 entry fee. Cash, credit cards, checks accepted. Proceeds go to Rescue Village. Kenston Middle School, 17425 Snyder Road, Chagrin Falls (44023). www.geaugahumane.org.

July 21: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance.

Lesson 7:30 p.m. Dance 8 to 10:30 p.m. Live music performed by well known artists.

Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Town Hall, 83 N. Main St. (44022).

July 23: Invasive Insects Workshop 8:30 a.m. Register by July 16 at http:// woodlandstewewards,osu.edu. $35 per person for materials, lunch. Big Creek Park, 9160 Robinson Road, Chardon.

with prizes. Benefits SS Edward and Lucy Churches. 16150 Center St., Parkman. 440548-3812. Visit www.ssedwardlucy.com.

Aug. 18: Chagrin Falls Contra Dance Lesson 7:30 p.m. Dance 8 to 10:30 p.m. Live music performed by well known artists.

Adult $10, student $8, family $25. Chagrin Falls Town Hall 83 N. Main St. (44022).

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.

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Free Produce Giveaway Fourth Tuesday each month. Pick up 4 to 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 14999 South State Ave. ( Route 608). Pick up inside if inclement weather. Handicap accessible. 440-6323-0480.

July 24 and 25: Trash Treasure Sale Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to noon, half price 2:30 to 3 p.m. free stuff.

Refreshments. Taking donations until 5 p.m.

July 21. Parkman Congregational Church, 18265 Madison Road.

July 26: Rescue Village Ribbon Cutting/ Building Dedication 4 to 6 p.m. rain or shine. At Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Road (Route 306) (44072).

Aug 16: Chicken Dinner and Car Show 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. dinner. Raffle, car show

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15820 Ridgewood Dr. 440-632-0611 July 15: Wednesday Speaker Series 10:30 Trivia Program: Middlefield Library, 16167 E High St. (44062). 440-632-1961.

Noon: enjoy lunch and a sit down discussion with Commissioner Claypool as he discusses Geauga County and the seniors who live here. For lunch RSVP by July 6. Reservations are not necessary to hear the presentation.

July 29: Master Gardeners: Fall Plantings, Prostate Care: UH Geauga 11 a.m.

Exercise Programs Arthritis Exercises, Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Walking Program, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 a.m. Strength Stretch Sweat with Sandy Friday 12:30 p.m.

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