Vol. 5 No. 8
December 1, 2010 Inside This Issue...
Holidays Better When We Remember Others
By Theresa Smalley
Christmas is supposed to be a time of peace, love and goodwill to all. But with all the stress and commotion of the season, many of us end up feeling more like Mr. Scrooge than Santa Claus. I believe that’s because many of us can get caught up in the hoopla and forget the real reason for the season. What I tend to do when I start feeling a little blue is to find a way to do something for others. Examples include wishing people that I meet in stores and other casual environments a happy holiday and saying so with a heartfelt smile. Other examples are dropping my spare coins in the Salvation Army collection bucket and doing something nice like offering to babysit so a friend can
do her Christmas shopping. I like to take cookies to my neighbors or shovel an elderly neighbor’s sidewalk or driveway. Volunteering my time to a worthy holiday cause is wonderful too. Even if I’m busy, I can spare an hour or two to help people less fortunate than myself by helping to organize a drive at work or in my neighborhood. I can collect food and personal items and donate them to a local shelter for the homeless or for battered women. It’s easy to get involved as an individual or as a group – i.e., your church, your scout troop, your family, your co-workers, etc.
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On Saturday, Nov. 20, the Middlefield area hosted representatives from over 22 foreign nations. They were here to learn about the lives and values of members of the Amish community. They came from as far north as Greenland, as far south as Chile and as far east as China. Lately, they have been living in places called Kent, Shaker
Heights, Chardon and the like. They are “foreign exchange students,” here under the auspices of AFS. It has taken more than 60 years for AFS (formerly the America Field Service) to evolve from its origins as a volunteer ambulance corps in 1914 to what it is today, the world’s most experienced international student exchange organization. The first step along these lines was taken by Stephen Galatti who helped create AFS Fellowships in French Universities, which sent 222 college students both to and from the United States between 1919 and 1952. Since then, AFS has offered international exchange programs to more than 50 countries around the world. Every year AFS sends and hosts nearly 13,000 students and teachers throughout its partner networks
Chayanan (Opor) Chaikampa of Thailand (from left); Sallie Messerly, host mother to Kaiwen (Kevin) Wang of China; Pureemas (LK) Phoinautaiwat of Thailand; and Klara Nyman of Sweden enjoy each other’s company at a recent Amish wedding dinner. (Post Photo/Frank Foote)
each year. This year, AFS has 26 of their students in the northeast Ohio area, each with an unforgettable experience. Debbie and Alan Fedele organized this year’s Amish Day. Burton resident Lisa George, involved with AFS since she spent time as a summer exchange student, is now an active volunteer at both the local and national levels. Amish Day permitted the students, their sponsors and companions, and others interested in the AFS program to tour the cheese house, see a video about the Amish community and tour local Amish businesses. At an Amish School, the AFS students and the Amish schoolchildren and teachers who had voluntarily given up part of their Saturday to be there, regarded each other with slightly shy curiosity that each group was allowed to satisfy during a question and answer time. Watching horseshoeing, a buggy ride and an excellent Amish wedding dinner followed. Those who met the students were impressed by their courtesy and curiosity. These young people are walking advertisements for the program. Sponsors of students who have returned home speak of them as true members of their own families. The AFS is always looking for families to open their homes to one of these amazing students as well as for students who are interested in studying abroad themselves. Please contact the local area volunteer for more information using their www.afsusa.org website.
Christmas in the Country Open House Page 18
Cardinal Schools Happenings Pages 22-23
Spotlight On ... A.H.Christiansons Page 26
The Middlefield Post is available at the following locations: Bainbridge–Giant Eagle Burton–Belle’s American Grille
Burton Laundromat–Burton Grill Burton Library–Coffee Corners Compliments for Hair Dutch Country Restaurant Geauga Credit Union–JC’s Restaurant Joe’s Window Shop–Kent State Geauga Campus Mullet’s Harness–Red Maple Inn– Shedd Road Salvage–Speedway Gas Station Tom & Jerry’s Grill
Chardon–Giant Eagle Chesterland–Discount Drug Mart Claridon–Claridon Mini Mart BP Garrettsville–IGA Mesopotamia–B&K Salvage End of the Commons General Store Hershberger’s Housewares Mullet’s Footwear–Yoder’s Harness
Middlefield–Crossroads Country Cafe Giant Eagle–Harrington Square Hershberger’s Housewares Mary Yoders Amish Kitchen Middlefield Cheese–Middlefield Library Settlers’ Village–Tai Pan Chinese Restaurant Watson’s 87 Furniture
Montville–Hemly Tool Supply Montville General Store
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Parkman–BP Gas Station
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Holidays Better When We Remember Others Continued from page 1 Following are several ways to get in touch and help out others this season. Geauga County Job & Family Services is always in need of sponsors for their families. If you would like to sponsor a family for Christmas, please call Sara Shininger at 440-2859141, extension 263. Our seniors were hit hard with the economic downturn and would benefit tremendously with help from others. A program in Geauga County called “Be A Santa To A Senior” was created through Home Instead Senior Care. The Christmas wishes of these seniors are, sadly, for their basic needs: gloves, socks, and food. If you would like to help a senior out this year for the holiday season, please call Janet Metzger at 440-729-5888. Many of our deployed soldiers will not be home for Christmas this year. There is a multitude of ways to ease their loneliness and to spread some holiday cheer. Here is a favorite website of mine with information on how to help: http://www.usocleveland.org/ donations/. WomenSafe is a shelter for victims of domestic violence. Many times the victim(s) leave with only the clothes on their backs to get away from the danger. The holidays can be hard on them emotionally and mentally. You can put a little cheer into their lives by adopting an individual or a family for Christmas. To find out how you can help, call Patti Ciarlillo at 440286-7154, extension 230, or send an e-mail to wsdonations@windstream.net. You can also help by Googling “womensafe inc 10 top ways of giving” and then clicking on the first result in the list – a PDF file. Some of our local businesses will put up a Christmas tree somewhere in their store with a list of people and their Christmas wishes hanging on its branches. Pick a name and do the shopping. Then wrap the gift and return it to the business within the designated time frame. If you know of a family in your neighborhood or town that is going through a financially difficult time, become a Secret Santa. Organize your fellow neighbors into a group of “dogooders” to help spread some holiday cheer for this family. We are all ONE. Doing for others helps to lift my spirits and allows me to remember that what I do for another in the end helps me too. Merry Christmas from my heart to yours!
In This Issue... Glimpse of Yesteryear A Look Back in Time Church Services In Memoriam Pathways of Faith Senior Living Health Pages What Would Joe Do
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A.H.Christiansons............................................. 8 AJ&J Roll-Off Containers..............................28 Alpine Valley.....................................................25 B & K Salvage...................................................... 8 Best Funeral Home.........................................13 Birthright............................................................. 5 Bosler Bros. Supply........................................21 Briar Hill Breakfast With Santa...................... 8 Briarcliff Manor................................................14 Burton Floral & Garden.................................25 C. A. Miller Custom Woodworking...........21 C&B Recycling..................................................24 Cal’s Restaurant & Pizza Express................26 Cameo Jewelers................................................ 9 Chow Down........................................................ 5 Christmas in the Country............................... 3 Country Arts & Jewelry................................... 3 Country Collections Antique Mall ............. 9 Crossroads Country Café.............................21 Dutch Country Restaurant..........................32 Eco/Water Servisoft.......................................13 El Hombre Barber Shop.................................. 5 End of the Commons General Store.......... 8 Garrettsville Hardware..................................19 Geauga Credit Union....................................21 Geauga Farms Quality Meats.....................18 Geauga Pawn..................................................... 5 Geauga Vision..................................................12
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Healthy Deposits............................................13 Holly Hill’s Holiday Boutique......................10 Ian Suzelis, D.O................................................10 John’s Photography......................................... 4 Journey Health Care & Chiropractic........12 K & K Motor Sales............................................24 Karl’s Jewelry....................................................12 Kent State University Geauga...................... 4 Kinetico Quality Water Systems................14 Kleve & Assoc. Insurance Agency.............15 Kurtz Salvage...................................................21 Lakeside Sand & Gravel................................15 Living Well Massotherapy...........................12 Lynch & Lynch..................................................27 Mary Yoders Amish Kitchen........................18 Max Herr Well Drilling...................................12 Merryfield Electric Inc...................................28 Middlefield Bible Church.............................18 Middlefield Cheese.......................................... 3 Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op.........26 Mullet’s Footwear...........................................26 North Eastern Party Outlet..........................26 Newbury Printing Co & More....................... 4 Newbury Sandblasting & Painting...........28 Olde Towne Grille............................................. 9 Pleasant Hill Home.........................................20 Preschool smARTS..........................................18 Quest for Health..............................................11
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RadioActive Electronics................................19 Russell Funeral Service................................... 8 Savings Avenue................................................. 4 Scheid’s..............................................................25 Selinick Transmission Co................................ 5 Settlers’ Village................................................... 3 Sheffield Monuments...................................28 SkyLane Bowling.............................................. 9 Stankus Heating & Cooling.........................24 Starr Farm............................................................ 4 Studio For Hair Day Spa................................. 9 Stutzman Bros. Lumber................................25 Tai Pan Chinese Restaurant.........................15 Tall Pines Dog Training.................................29 The Clinic at Walmart....................................27 The Frank Agency, Inc...................................10 The Middlefield Banking Company.........15 Tim Frank Septic Tank Cleaning Co..........27 Tom Smith Trucking.......................................18 Totally Fit...........................................................13 Triple S Construction.....................................28 UHGMC..............................................................11 Vista Hearing Instruments & Audiology... 6 Watson’s 87 Furniture...................................... 4 White House Chocolates................................ 5 Windsor Stairs and Millwork......................... 5 Yamaha of Warren..........................................19 Zeppe’s Pizzeria...............................................30
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Fri. & Sat., Dec. 3 & 4, 10 & 11 9 am to 6 pm ‘Tis the Season for Giving
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Punch your Holiday Passport at these 19 locations! Middlefield Cheese House Rt. 608 & Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-5228 Vancura Gallery of Fine Art & Gifts 14279 Old State Rd. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-1124 The Craft Cupboard 14275 Old State Rd. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-5787 Tiny Stitches Quilt Shop 14277 Old State Rd. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-9410 Settlers’ Amish Co-op 14269 Old State Rd. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-6332 Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen 14743 N. State St. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-1939 Country Side Furnishings & Amish Gifts 16403 Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-0248 Morning Glories 13808 Old State Rd. (Rt. 608) Middlefield • 440/632-1945
Country Arts & Jewelry Bead & Southwest Gifts 15864 Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-5343 White House Chocolates 14607 Kinsman Rd. (Rt. 87) Burton • 440/834-3133 Sweets-n-Treats and More 15864 Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-1613 Sparrow Christian Bookshop 14962 S. State Ave. Middlefield • 440/632-0011 J.M.J. Woodstoves 15848 Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-0780 Penny Pincher Furniture 15864 Nauvoo Rd. Middlefield • 440/632-1920 Renaissance & Rainbows Stained Glass 15726 W. High St. Middlefield • 440/632-0800 C
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Why the Christmas Tree? Theories Abound By Jacquie Foote The changes to our celebration of Christmas that occurred during the 20th century are many. Last Christmas season, we discussed the greater emphasis on gifts for children that came about. This year, let’s think of the Christmas tree. As you probably know, the Christmas tree tradition is thought to have started in Germany sometime in the 1500s when, for the first time, large numbers of devout Christians brought evergreen trees into their homes during Christmastide. That’s the bare bones. But how this idea came about is a matter of conjecture. Some say it was St. Boniface, a monk from England who was a missionary in Germany who used a fir tree that he said symbolized the eternal life of Christ, to counter pagan practices. (The historical time is right for this one.) Others point to Martin Luther as the originator. But it is believed the custom of the Christmas tree predates Luther. Some hold out the idea that the evergreen tree used in the medieval “Paradise Play” to teach the illiterate people of those times the creation story was the foundation of the idea of a Christmas tree. And what would an evergreen tree have to do with the biblical creation story? Well ... there is an apple tree in the creation story, but it was tradition to present the Paradise Play on Dec. 24. No apple tree was in bloom, much less in fruit at that time of year. So they just used an evergreen tree with apples tied to its boughs in the play. But, no matter how it started, decorated evergreen trees in the home became traditional in Germany and, then, in England and the rest of Europe. Immigrants, most notably those from Germany, brought the Christmas tree tradition with them.
(The first one is believed to have been on display in the 1830s in Pennsylvania.) For most Americans, a Christmas tree was an oddity for most of the 1800s. However, as more and more immigrants came from Europe, especially Germany and Eastern Europe, evergreen trees came to be as much a part of Christmas as ringing bells and carols. By the early 1900s, the average American had a Christmas tree in season and decorated it with handmade ornaments or such things as apples, cookies, nuts and even popcorn strings. Many also included on their Christmas trees the traditional ornaments their ancestors had brought from Europe. Those with German ancestry favored delicate hand blown glass ornaments; those whose ancestors came from Poland liked many glass birds and stars on their trees. Those from Sweden favored brightly painted wooden ornaments and figures made of straw, and so on. Until after the First World War, American Christmas trees were lighted (if at all) by candles. This was an acknowledged dangerous affair that called for constant vigilance and numerous buckets of sand while the candles were burning. Industrialization ... and electricity ... changed the American version the Christmas tree forever! Jacquie Foote is a volunteer for the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 East Park St., Burton. A Huntsburg Township resident, Jacquie taught in the Rocky River School System for 40 years. For information on the events at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, call 440-834-1492 or visit the website at www.geaugahistorical.org.
North American real Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states and Canada. Eighty percent of artificial trees worldwide are manufactured in China, according to the U.S. Commerce Department.
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The MU-MAC theater was located on South State Avenue in the building now occupied by Sparrow Bookstore. It was constructed in the late 1940’s and operated for only about 15 years, closing in the early 1960’s. Two Middlefield businessmen, Ken Mumaw and his father-in-law G. W. McIlroy built the theater, and used the first syllable of the last names to name it. This picture was probably taken in the middle 1950’s before the refreshment and frozen custard stand was added on. The refreshment stand later became today’s Linda’s Restaurant. The theater was also used as a meeting place for St. Lucy’s Catholic Church until their present building was built.
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Celebrate Christmas with your holiday favorites from Many village residents will remember when the steam engines would travel through the village many times a day on their route between Painesville and Warren. In addition to occasional freight, it was used primarily to carry iron ore to the steel mills of Youngstown and Pittsburgh and coal to the ships on Lake Erie. The railroad was constructed in the late 1870’s and operated on this route for over 100 years. In the early years, it also carried passengers, with Middlefield and it’s hotel being a central stopping point for travelers along the way. This picture shows the train heading northwest just before crossing South State Avenue. The building to the left of the train is the post office.
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If you’re like me, this is way too early to be reading or thinking about Christmas. I like to put Christmas in its place, right at the end of the year with just the right amount of Geauga County snow. And it helps to have just the right family gathering on just the right night after just the right Christmas church service. That’s where Christmas belongs—in its own nice little compartment. But if there is one thing I have learned over the years, it’s the fact that I can’t compartmentalize Christmas. I can’t just stick it in its place, pull it out when I want it and pack it away when I don’t. It doesn’t work. We can’t compartmentalize Christmas because we can’t compartmentalize Jesus. Oh, we want to. We want Him to answer the prayers we shout out in an emergency but butt out of our personal habits, grudges and fights. We want Him to teach us some nice comfortable be-nice-to-everyone truths but never challenge our personal values or morals. We want Him give us what we think we need but stay far away from our checkbook and credit cards. We want Jesus in his place. Period. But it doesn’t work that way. Not for me. Not for you. Either Jesus is Lord and Savior; or, Jesus is nothing. It’s either God in the manger; or, it’s a nice little story. Either it’s a full plate or an empty plate. You can’t take pieces and parts of Jesus. He is Lord. He can’t be chopped up. Take the God out of one part and you’ve taken the God out of it all. Think about it; when it comes to you and me facing eternity, do we really want pieces and parts? Or do we want all of God reaching to us, forgiving us, and saying, “Come on, live with me forever.” Only all of God can do that. And that’s Christmas—God is offering the entire package. So approach Christmas. Look for all of Jesus. Accept the whole gift. Change a whole life. It’s definitely not too early … it never is. Dr. Bob Barber is pastor of Huntsburg Congregational Church, “the little church with a lot of Spirit,” at 12435 Madison Rd., P.O. Box 307, Huntsburg (44046), on Route 528 just south of Route 322. Come to our 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship series, “Taking the Hollowness Out of Holidays.” Children’s church and nursery provided. Phone the church at 440-636-5504 or e-mail hcc@netlink.net.
In Memoriam
Ireta Havice (nee Marimen), 83, of Chardon entered eternal rest peacefully Sunday afternoon, Nov. 7, 2010 at University Hospitals Extended Care Campus Dolan Center in Munson Township. She is reunited with her loving husband, Robert H. Havice. She was born in Dunfee, Ind. June 23, 1927 to the late Clement C. (Peter) and Gladys (Daigue) Marimen. Ireta spent most of her life in the Parkman area. She was an active member of the Parkman Tree Commission and enjoyed gardening and genealogy as well as spending time with her family. Ireta will be sadly missed by her daughters, Christine Havice of Hudson; Diane Havice of Warren; and Laura (Joel) Bremer of Traverse City, Mich.; four grandchildren; and sister Patricia Wilkins. She is preceded in death by her husband and siblings Joanne and Peter. A graveside service was held Wednesday, Nov. 10 at O ver look Cemetery in Parkman.
Arthur J. Dale, 84, of Middlefield entered eternal rest Monday morning, Nov. 8, 2010 at Briar Hill Health Care in Middlefield. He was the loving husband of Mabel (Harvey) Dale for over 50 years. Born in Middlefield March 23, 1926 to the late Charles and Ruth (Atwood) Dale, Arthur was a lifelong resident of Middlefield. He was a former member of the Fancy Feathers Chicken Club in Canfield. Arthur also enjoyed reading, gardening, beekeeping, and spending time with his family. Arthur will be sadly missed by his dearest wife; daughter, Coleen (Bob) Hostetler of Middlefield; grandsons Ryan and Dylan; sisters Florence Komandt and Edie Richmond; and brother Butch Dale. He is preceded in death by his son, Scott; sisters Laverne and Lottie; and brothers Glenn, Bud, and Cecil. A graveside service was Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010 at Overlook Cemetery in Parkman. Friends and family were received Wednesday, Nov. 10 at Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Rd., Middlefield.
Arrangements were entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent and a tribute video may be viewed at www.bestfunerals.com.
Holiday Religious Services Guide
Christ Covenant Church
16406 Kinsman Rd., Middlefield 440-632-0602, www.christcovenant.com Friday, Dec. 24, 7-7:45 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
Claridon Congregational United Church of Christ
13942 Mayfield Rd., Huntsburg 440-635-1467, www.claridonucc.org Saturday, Dec. 4, 9 a.m.-noon Annual Cookie Walk Fill a Box, $7 per pound; Sunday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Christmas Pageant, Worship and Birthday Party for Baby Jesus; Friday, Dec. 24, 7:30 p.m. Carols, Candle Lightings and Readings
First United Methodist Church of Middlefield
14999 S. State Ave., Middlefield 440-632-0480, middlefieldumc.com Friday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. & Sunday, Dec. 12, 9 & 10:45 a.m. “It’s a Wonder-full Life” musical presented by the Jr. Choir; Sunday, Dec. 19, 7 p.m. Candlelight Worship and Senior Choir musical; Friday, Dec. 24, 8 & 10 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship and Senior Choir musical; Sunday, Dec. 26, 10 a.m. Worship, Carols and the Christmas Story
Grace Evangelical Bible Church
New Mercies Church
(Former Newbury Legion Building) 14957 Auburn Rd., Newbury 440-564-9044, www.grace-ebc.org Wednesday, Dec. 22; 7 p.m. Christmas Candlelight Service and Children’s Christmas Program
Corner of Butternut & Aquilla Roads Burton 440-834-8386 Friday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service; Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, 10:30 a.m. Magi Service
Huntsburg Congregational Church
Newbury United Community Church
12435 Madison Rd., Huntsburg 440-636-5504 Dec. 21-23, 6:30-8 p.m. Outdoor Live Nativity Scene; Friday, Dec. 24, 10 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
Middlefield Bible Church
(Services held at the Middlefield Community Senior Center) 15820 Ridgewood Dr., Middlefield 440-364-0688, middlefieldbiblechurch.org Sunday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Adult and Children’s Sunday School lessons on Christ’s birth from Luke 2; Sunday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m. “The Greatest Gift Ever Given” Worship service from 2nd Corinthians 9:15
Maple View Mennonite Church 14890 Burton-Windsor Rd. Burton 440-834-8601 Sunday, Dec. 19 Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:25 a.m.; Friday, Dec. 24; 5:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
14916 Auburn Rd. Newbury 440-564-5991 Sunday, Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. Music of the Seasons Concert, Reception to follow; Friday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
St. Edwards Church
16150 Center St. Parkman 440-548-3812 Friday, Dec. 24 Children’s Mass 4 p.m., Vigil Mass 6 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 25, 8:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass; Penance Schedule: Friday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 18, 4-5 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. in Chapel
St. Helen’s Catholic Church
12060 Kinsman Rd. Newbury 440-338-3358 Friday, Dec. 24, Masses: Music by Testify! 4 p.m. Music by St. Helen’s Children’s Choir 6 p.m. Music by St. Helen’s Choir 11:25 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 25, 9:15 & 11 a.m. Christmas Day Mass; Jan. 1, 2011, 9 a.m. New Year’s Day; Penance Schedule: Monday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m.
St. Lucy’s Church
16280 Kinsman Rd. Middlefield 440-632-5824 Friday, Dec. 24, Midnight Mass Saturday, Dec. 25, 10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass; Penance Schedule: Saturday, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22, 7 p.m.
“Christmas gift suggestions: To your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect.” – Oren Arnold
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I had been agonizing over a family problem for a long time, and my husband Ron continued to remind me to put my faith and trust in God. I know that to be true, but sometimes I tend to try to handle things my way, only to be disappointed time and again. I was soon to have my eyes opened. As Ron left for hunting, near our cabin, he asked me to pick him up at dark. Although I wasn’t thrilled to drive the winding black road, I agreed. Everything looked different at night, and I passed the little path where I was supposed to meet him. I had to drive further to find a place wide enough to turn around, lest I slip down into the murky creek below. I turned around, and as I neared the path I felt more at ease as I saw a bright light in the black woods in front of me. “Good,” I silently thought. “Ron is on his way out.” Sure enough he walked out of the darkness about five minutes later and put his equipment in the truck, and we made our way back to the cabin. He asked me, “Were you nervous driving down?” and I replied with a quick, “Yes, but when I saw your light coming down the path, I felt better.” “What light?” I didn’t carry a light,” he answered. Now that should have been enough assurance that the Lord is our guiding light, even when we are submersed in darkness, but Ron had another surprising story to tell me. He had taken the October 2003 issue of Guideposts to read in his tree stand, and the very story he chose was about the radio operator on a PT boat who was taking supplies to a leper colony and was guided safely by lights along the way, only to find out there were no guiding lights. I wept as I realized that the chance of these two similar situations occurring at the same time was no coincidence. Ron just looked at me and said, “Now, how much more of a reminder would you need to put your trust in God always?” Previously published in part: Guideposts, 2004
Sponsor-a-Family’s Holiday Celebration “Sponsor-A-Family” is the holiday program that provides food and gifts to low income families and seniors in Geauga County. For the past 39 years, Geauga County Job and Family Services has coordinated the Sponsor-A-Family Program during the holidays. Beginning in 1971, Sponsor-A-Family provided two dozen families with Christmas baskets. In 2009, Sponsor-A-Family coordinated gifts for over 1,200 children in Geauga County and collected approximately 14,000 pounds of food. Sponsor-A-Family matches families who need assistance with area churches, organizations, companies, families, and individuals who would like to help. Families, foster children, and seniors are referred to the program. Goal is matching as many as possible with sponsors. Those not matched with a designated sponsor will receive food and gifts through Job and Family Services. This is made possible by donations through area food and toy drives and donations from businesses, civic organizations, groups, churches, and schools. Many area families and individuals have made sponsoring a family during the holidays a tradition. Cash donations are used to buy food and other holiday staples. Sponsor-A-Family volunteers are an essential part of the program. Volunteers donate time to sort and pack food and gift donations for the families and make deliveries. Toy collection drives began the week of Nov. 22 at the following collection points: The Middlefield Banking Company in Middlefield (both branches); Huntington Banks – Middlefield, Chardon, and Burton; Geauga Savings Bank in Newbury; Citizens Bank – Bainbridge and Chesterland; and New York Deli in Chardon. To make donations, volunteer time, or for any additional information on the program, contact coordinator Sara Shininger at 440-285-9141. Monetary donations are accepted to purchase food and other items not provided by donations. Checks must be made payable to “Special Services.” Please indicate Sponsor-A-Family in the memo portion of the check. Checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 309, Chardon, OH 44024. New toys, coats and other donations are accepted at Geauga County Job and Family Services, 12480 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon.
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Kiwanis “Truckers” Prepare for Christmas By Nancy Huth They were like busy elves on an delicious meal cooked by member Judy assembly line putting together small Breedlove. The club was founded in 1958 wooden trucks for children. At one table, and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2008. someone hammered in wheels on truck Charter member Phil Adams has belonged bodies; others assembled the cabs, then to the club for 52 years, hardly missing a the beds of the truck. At a fourth table, meeting. At present there are approximately another placed the railings on the beds 37 members. and finally super-glued the parts together. Don Hunter, who has been a Kiwanis In one-and-a-half member for 48 hours, 60 small years, was the trucks lined the co-owner of tables. H&H Hardware The East in Middlefield Geauga Kiwanis fo r 3 8 ye a r s Club, whose and chairman organization of the board at many of us know Middlefield Bank from their Swiss for 30 years. He Cheese chalet said, “I joined stand at the Kiwanis to help county fair, have a in the local area special Christmas with sponsored project for 2010. projects and This year’s have enjoyed the idea came from fellowship with m e m b e r To m Ken Zwolinski and Cindy Robinson help fellow others and the McAuley, whose members of the East Geauga Kiwanis club build toy pride we share in friend Bruce trucks to be donated for Geauga County children’s giving of our time Mahler has been and efforts for Christmas gifts. (Post Photo/Dieter Huth) making trucks as a these projects.” hobby and giving them to the Amish for years. New members are always welcome. With the help of Kiwanis member Bruce For more information check www. Brigham of BB Brigham Remodeling in eastgeaugakiwanis.org or phone Terry Burton, the necessary pieces for assembling Robinson at 440-636-5720. the trucks were cut out and donated. Club The word “Kiwanis” is an Otchipew members contributed the funds for glue, Indian word for “we trade.” Kiwanis Clubs wheels and paint. Plastic tubs filled with were founded in Detroit in 1915 as business wheels, axles, washers, rails, tail pipes and trading organizations but quickly turned truck lights were set up on designated into service clubs. tables. Club members set to work, hands Fund-raising activities for East Geauga’s flying, not stopping till the final 60th truck Kiwanis are mainly fish fries held at the sat on the table. Middlefield Fire Department, stands at Assisting the Kiwanis Club members in the Geauga County Fair and at Middlefield their project this year were two members Community Days. of Cardinal High School’s Key Club (the Working so often behind the scenes, high school branch of the Kiwanis), juniors the Kiwanis Club undertakes many Kaitlyn Witlicki and Alexis Brown, who community service projects. said they wanted to give back to their They provide four $1000-scholarships community. Their nimble fingers were to Cardinal and Berkshire seniors yearly. a godsend for fastening the rail sides They’ve built bunk beds for WomenSafe, to each trunk’s bed. On Dec. 14 the 60 supported Das Deutsch Center, and cleaned toy trucks will be delivered to Geauga up Middlefield’s Historical Society. Jobs and Family Services, which will They support Middlefield’s Volunteer distribute them to deserving Amish Fire Department and have contributed and Yankee children. $250,000 to local and worldwide community The East Geauga Kiwanis holds its projects over the past 52 years. meetings every Tuesday at Crossroads Hats off to our East Geauga Kiwanis Cafe in Middlefield at 6:30 p.m. after a Club!
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Are you preserving your family memories? Are you talking and reminiscing with the elders in your family? I’ve been thinking a lot about this lately. I wish I had asked my grandparents, my uncles, and my Mom more questions. I listened when they told me the stories of their lives, but I was young. I thought I’d have them around for a long time. That time went too fast. I remember bits and pieces but sometimes not the whole story and not all the descriptive words that they used. Pop and his brother built an airplane in their younger years. Did it ever fly? He could speak some German, learned from his mother, my great-grandmother, who came to the United States as a child. Pop was born in 1903 and lived in Chicago. Think of how our lifestyles have changed since that time and all that he saw happen. Grandma worked in Niagara Falls at the Spirella Corset Factory for a short period before she and Pop got married. How courageous for a young girl to go that far away in those days! I think she went there and back in a Ford Model T. Dad has many stories of his days in the Army, in college at Ohio State and then as a newspaper reporter. Thank goodness I have Mom’s recipe cards, but my dishes don’t quite turn out the same as hers. I didn’t ask enough questions. She had a horse when she was a child. What was its name? How did she learn to drive? I have boxes of family pictures and old tintypes but who are those people? The pictures aren’t marked. We do have a fuzzy tape recording of my sister crying when she was a baby and a few choppy home movies of my brother and me as children. When my own children were just under 10 years old, we were able to purchase a video camera. I can watch
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them opening presents on Christmas morning. The boys’ voices were so different! How they have grown. The technology that was available to us in the 1980s isn’t what it is today. Today we have video cameras that are easy and portable, digital cameras, CDs on the computer, etc. Don’t miss your opportunity! Talk to your parents and grandparents. Start with a list of questions. This is a great way to visit with your elders and begin a deeper conversation. Record the answers. Write them down, or tape them. Where were they born? Have them describe their parents. What was life like during their childhood? Can they speak another language? Where did they go to school? How did they meet their husband or wife? Most people are shy about being recorded, but after awhile, you can forget the recorder or camera is there. Set up a tripod and leave it in the corner or turn on the tape recorder and perhaps place it out of sight. Have fun with this! Enjoy the visit. Laugh or cry, but don’t wait. Someday, as you get older, and especially after your family member is gone, it may become very important to you to know these details of your past. Remember to do this for your own children and grandchildren, as well. As your family gathers for the holiday festivities this year, talk and laugh together about old times. It’s good for the kids to hear. Pass on the memories. Make them listen! They’ll be thankful some day. I wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Vicki Wilson is the director of admissions/ marketing at Briar Hill Health Care Residence, 15950 Pierce St., P.O. Box 277, Middlefield. Call her at 440-632-5241.
Middlefield Senior Center Upcoming Activities Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Dr. (inside Middlefield Community Center), is open every day except Thursday. Call there at 440-6320611. The center offers a coffee and refreshment hour, socialization, exercise, lunch and many other activities. The center offers the following special events during the month of December. Free breakfast with Santa. Middlefield Senior Center, in conjunction with Briar Hill Health Care Residence, will host a free buffet style breakfast on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 9 till 11 a.m. Entertainment will be by Bethany Majetic. Call the center for reservations (requested by Dec. 1). Middlefield Senior Center’s monthly birthday celebration. If you have a birthday in December, join us Monday, Dec. 13 for a free lunch followed by cake and ice cream. The menu is sliced turkey, mashed potatoes and vegetable. Reservations must be in by Dec. 7. Don’t have a birthday in December? You can still join us for the celebration. Lunch donations of $5 are appreciated. Indoor picnic. Beat the winter blahs
with an indoor picnic on Friday, Dec. 17 starting at 10:30 a.m. Play chair volleyball, corn hole or Wii bowling. Have a hot dog and all the fixings at a luncheon followed by an ice cream social. Cost of the event is just a $5 donation payable that day. Reservations are required by Dec. 7; free transportation may be available. Call for more information. Spa day. Join us Wednesday, Dec. 2 for monthly spa day. Start the morning off at 9:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast and relaxation techniques. At 10 a.m., sip on fruit smoothies as you get ready for the holidays with a manicure. Following a ham lunch, we will wrap up the day with a relaxing afternoon of cocoa and cookies as we play some holiday games. Reservations are required by Dec. 14 and there is a suggested donation of $5 for lunch. Ring in the New Year. Middlefield Senior Center celebrates on Wednesday, Dec. 29 starting at 10:30a.m. Join us for games, entertainment and a turkey luncheon with a “champagne” toast. Stay after lunch for chair volleyball or bingo. Reservations are required by Dec. 21. Suggested donation for lunch is $5.
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Back Pain By Dr. David Fakadej Low back pain is a significant public health problem. Up to 85 percent of Americans have low back pain at some time in their life! In addition to effects of low back pain on employee productivity and earnings, treatment costs about $50 billion annually in health care costs, making low back pain one of the top 10 most costly conditions treated in the United States. During the current times, I hear “Chiropractors are quacks!” or “My Medical doctor told me to never see a chiropractor.” I thought that I am too young and new to practice to hear these comments. Today, with everyone’s focus on evidence and research, these comments are common, but we all know that fads and quacks don’t last – they eventually lose favor and fade away, legally or otherwise. Chiropractic, however, is now over 100 years in practice. Chiropractic won a lawsuit against the American Medical Association (AMA) in 1972 to continue practice. Chiropractors were arrested and jailed only to have prisoners and guards gain health. What amazes me is that, after withstanding the tests of time, trial, and attempted conviction, chiropractic did not fade away, but many people have yet to experience the benefits of chiropractic. Research in the last three years demonstrates the risk of low back surgery is so high, it should be a last resort despite what the AMA stated during the decades when chiropractic was attacked. Meanwhile, chiropractic research continually demonstrates very low risk with good efficacy despite yet ongoing endeavors to ignore and criticize chiropractic. Using malpractice rates alone, chiropractic care is 1/19th to 1/60th the risk of medical care. What is really fascinating about the malpractice premiums is that they include care for low back pain, headaches, neck pain, shoulder and hip pain, upper back pain, and leg and arm pain, and that doesn’t even get into the nutritional aspects of chiropractic care. A new study published in the Journal of Manipulative and PhysiologicalTherapeutics (title: “Cost of Care for Common Back Pain Conditions Initiated With Chiropractic Doctor vs. Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy as First Physician: Experience of One Tennessee-Based General Health
Insurer”) finds that care for low back pain initiated with chiropractic saves 40 percent on healthcare costs when compared with care initiated through a medical doctor. The study, featuring data from 85,000 Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) beneficiaries over two years, concludes insurance companies that restrict access to chiropractic for low back pain treatment pay more than they would if they removed such restrictions. The estimate of savings for BCBS of Tennessee only would equal $2.3 million per year. And that is for low back pain ONLY. Many chiropractors believe that if insurance companies learned how much money they could save by sending people to chiropractors, they would mandate that chiropractic become portal of entry for all health care. That will likely never happen, in part because chiropractic care is not crisis care. Hence, chiropractic is too cheap for all the paperwork involved. I believe more than 50 percent of chiropractic patients pay with cash because chiropractic care is affordable. What percent of people pay cash for crisis care? Moreover, the 85,000 person, two-year study evaluated only immediate benefits. It did not evaluate the long-term benefits that I and other chiropractic patients experience. You see, as chiropractic patients age, they tend to sustain less severe common injuries and recover faster. It is as though the body somehow knows that there is a safe, non-surgical, non-drug way to reduce an injury faster. The patient is less anxious, more confident, and more receptive to chiropractic care, which helps even more. It surprises me not that most professional athletes and Capitol Hill government employees see either a team or personal chiropractor. They are already testifying as to better performance and faster recovery. What do they know that the majority of people and the AMA do not know? What amazes me most is that many people today prefer propaganda over and above research and evidence to justify getting more drugs and surgery while continuing to criticize chiropractic. Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Rd., Auburn Township. Call him at 440543-2771, or e-mail drfakadej@hotmail.com.
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Lake Health Operates “The Clinic at Wal-Mart” Lake Health’s new in-store clinic inside Middlefield Wal-Mart expands local access to basic health care services. “The Clinic at Wal-Mart” operated by Lake Health opened Nov. 8 inside the Wal-Mart at 15050 Springdale Ave., Middlefield. The clinic provides convenient, affordable access to basic healthcare services seven days a week with no appointment necessary. The walk-in health clinic is the first owned and operated by Lake Health in a Wal-Mart. The clinic is open for walk-in care Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. For busy customers who need care, especially after working hours or on weekends, the clinic treats common health ailments and offers routine services. These include, but are not limited to, the following: treatment for acne, flu, bladder infections, insect bites and stings, minor wounds, sinus infections, upper respiratory infections, and warts; blood sugar testing; camp and school physicals; cholesterol screening; and common vaccinations. “By joining with Wal-Mart to operate ‘The Clinic at Wal-Mart’ in Middlefield, Lake Health is increasing access to health care in the community,” said Nancy Rodway, M.D., medical director for the Lake Health urgent care centers and occupational health services. “Our clinic is staffed with licensed health care providers, even on nights and weekends, so families can walk in and know they will receive quality care without a long wait. Our mission is to serve the community, and the clinic is one more way we fulfill our mission.” Lake Health is comprised of 13 facilities throughout Lake and Geauga counties, including two acute care hospitals, TriPoint Medical Center in Concord Township and West Medical Center in Willoughby; two walk-in centers in Perry and Painesville; and four urgent care centers in Madison, Chardon, Mentor and Willowick. “Wal-Mart is dedicated to serving our customers and our communities, and this type of clinic helps expand their access to quality health care,” said Bruce Shepard, Wal-Mart’s director of healthcare innovations. “Lake Health is a well-known and respected health care provider in this area, so our customers will receive quality care from people they know and trust.” For further information about “The Clinic at Wal-Mart”, please visit www.walmart.com/ clinics.
Lake Health Honors Departments and Team Members Lake Health senior leadership recently honored Home Health, the Endoscopy Department at TriPoint Medical Center, and the “Above and Beyond ... And Then Some” award recipients. The Home Health Department was awarded with the RITSI (Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Stewardship, and Innovation) award. The RITSI award is given quarterly to the department who best exemplifies the RITSI values, which are part of the mission, vision, and values of Lake Health. The Hearty Cup was awarded to the Endoscopy Department at TriPoint Medical Center. The Hearty Cup is given quarterly to a department with great patient satisfaction scores. The Endoscopy Department’s 91.7 score overall (100-point scale) equates to a 99th percentile ranking versus the Press Ganey All-Facility Database of comparison hospitals. Press Ganey, a leading health care measurement consulting group, establishes benchmarks for patient satisfaction with a database of over 950 hospitals across the country. Lake Health team members Midge Triplett, Center for Comprehensive Rehab; Susan Sullivan, TriPoint Medical Center OR; Jennifer Loomis, Same Day Surgery; and Elisa Oriani, Division 4, were recognized as part of the system’s “Above and Beyond... And Then Some” award program, which encourages exceptional patient satisfaction whereby patients, volunteers, or fellow team members can nominate team members for witnessing an above and beyond moment. For nine consecutive years NorthCoast 99 has named Lake Health one of the “99 Best Places to Work in Northeast Ohio.” Dedicated to redefining healthcare in northeast Ohio, Lake Health provides patient- and family-centered care that promotes a lifetime of health and wellness. Lake Health delivers progressive, compassionate health care through 10 state-of-theart facilities staffed by more than 600 physicians and 2,700 health care professionals.
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News from the DDC Clinic When asked to describe the clinic, we at DDC often say we are a unique collaboration connecting Amish and non-Amish communities, families, medical professionals and research scientists. We are crossing yet another border and ask you to join us in welcoming Dr. Wei Li to DDC Clinic from China. A visiting scholar from Tiantan Hospital in Beijing, China, Dr. Li holds a master’s degree in science and a medical degree in neurology; he is finishing his doctorate in neurobiology. DDC Clinic has a partnership with Case Western Reserve University for Dr. Li to study pediatric neurology with us for one year. Dr. Li’s specialty is vascular disorders and, in particular, strokes. He is eager to work with Dr. Wang and Dr. Xin to learn how to study inherited disorders, to diagnose vascular disease via DNA or other techniques, and to identify better ways to treat patients with vascular disease. When he is not immersed in his studies, Dr. Li hopes to travel and is looking forward to enjoying the local scenery. Dr. Li has a wife and young son in China. ••••• Thank you; you met the challenge! “Rising to the Challenge” has been a theme we’ve used in our annual report, annual appeal and newsletters. You rose to the challenge to meet the matching grant from Cleveland Foundation’s Lake-Geauga Fund. Thanks to the support of both previous donors and new donors, we achieved the $30,000 goal needed to receive the $30,000 match from the Cleveland Foundation. Donations ranged from $5 to $4,000; every contribution moved us forward toward meeting the goal. We are most gratified by the quick response to this challenge grant –the funds were raised within six months of the start of the campaign even though there was a one-year deadline for completion. The money raised is greatly appreciated, much needed and will allow us to continue the groundbreaking work of the clinic. The campaign raised awareness for the clinic, reconnected us to past supporters and stimulated new support for the clinic, all of which creates future sustainability for DDC Clinic. •••••
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This year’s Amish auction proved an overwhelming success! Middlefield Market Pavilion was filled with Amish and non-Amish, young and old, experienced auction-goers and novices alike. Final numbers are not yet available; however, early indications are that this year’s event will turn out to have been our most successful Amish auction to date. All proceeds directly support the programs and services of DDC Clinic. Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program Planning has begun on the Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program grant awarded to DDC Clinic. We are looking for the best collaborations to provide convenient and affordable transportation for medical services to Amish children with special needs. DDC Clinic’s Patient Assistance Program got a much-needed boost recently when it was selected by the state attorney general’s office to receive a grant. The clinic’s patient assistance program helps local families obtain critical medications and nutritional supplements. Funds from the grant will enable us to expand direct patient assistance by 200 percent, increase the recycling program for equipment and supplies, begin a community outreach program, and sustain and increase current collaborations to improve the program. To make a donation to DDC Clinic, call 440-632-1668. Our mailing address is DDC Clinic for Special Needs Children, 14567 Madison Rd., Middlefield OH 44062.
Asking for Support Is Gift In Itself By Lori Gorrell It’s a great time of year to reflect upon giving and receiving support! Asking others for support is actually giving them a gift. You are allowing them to make a contribution in your life, and by working together, you both will benefit. I’m sure you can remember several times when you were asked to support someone, and you were honored for the request. Allow someone to be honored by you. The generosity in the receiving of support comes when you let that person know what a difference they have made. If someone asks you for support during this holiday season (or any time), take a moment to see the courage it took for them to ask and be glad that they asked you. They see you as someone that they can count on to support them. It may even just be encouragement that someone needs, or that YOU need. Don’t be afraid to ask. You don’t have to do it alone. Lori Gorrell offers True Colors Coaching & Consulting and says, “A personal coach is someone to help you gain clarity and focus about what you want and who you are by using proven tools to help your ‘True Colors’ come to light.” Call her at 440-391-4771 or e-mail llgorrell@live.com. See her website at www.truecolorscc.com.
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The catching new phrase “diabesity” is used to describe diabetes caused by obesity – a condition increasing in the world population at an alarming rate. By 2030, it is estimated, more than 366 million people will be affected. Currently (according to the 2006 National Institute of Health report), one-third of the American population is defined as obese, and onethird is defined as overweight. A new research project that is being conducted by Case Western Reserved University (CRWU) will study obese elementary school children and their families in an attempt to identify and correct problems of weight management in our youth. This problem gets frequent evaluation as the world searches for solutions. This author has written previously about obesity and will do so again as new research deserves a greater understanding of the problems. There is a deadly feedback loop that contributes greatly to the diabesity problem. Fat cells make cytokines, which cause inflammation. This inflammation causes problems with multiple systems and impairs the body’s response to insulin and leptin. These system changes negatively affect the body’s ability to metabolize (or burn) sugars, fats, and proteins. These products turn into more fat cells that create more cytokine. On it goes until finally your blood sugar levels elevate and obesityrelated diabetes is diagnosed by a blood sample.
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The causes are well documented and include sedentary lifestyle, proliferation of junk food, supersized portions, and emotional eating. The process of correction is far more complicated and requires a rehabilitative approach. What is clear is that diet pills, fad diets, and extreme athletics do not work to correct the underlying problems. An integrative holistic approach that includes dietary changes, such as removing sugar in all forms, increased fiber consumption, and correcting diet deficiencies will prove far more effective. Adding green tea and turmeric to consumption seems to have a very positive response. Turmeric has increased in overall popularity for multiple conditions. Further research has shown that lifestyle and environment can overwhelm your genetic predisposition to wellness. Diabesity is projected to reduce life expectancy by eight to 10 years. This season, give the gift of life by presenting loved ones gifts that are healthy – a fruit basket, a year supply of turmeric, or even a gift certificate for lifestyle coaching would be in order. While I may be labeled as a “Grinch” who took the fun out of the holidays, working together, we may end up with a few more years to celebrate. Linton Sharpnack is the proprietor of Healthy Deposits, 14950 State Ave, Middlefield. For more information call 440-632-5484.
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Need a Job? Tell Everyone You Know You’re Looking for Work By Joe Novak If I were recently laid off from my job, what would I do? There was a time that a layoff would only be an inconvenience, and after a few weeks or months, employment for the “employable” was assured. Not any more. I find some extremely talented people unemployed for over a year or more. Your survival can depend on how fast you act. The first thing you need to do is to tell everyone you know that you are unemployed and looking. Give specific details and hand out short resumes as to your job skills and previous work experience. Next, I would gather my immediate family and explain that life for the next several months is going to change. You need to immediately assess your monthly, weekly and daily expenses. Everyone needs to list every penny they spend with a daily review. It will be obvious what they can cut back on. You need to cancel or downsize everything that is absolutely not essential to sustain life. No, your families smart phone accounts are not essential, and if your kids are not willing to sacrifice at this time, they don’t deserve a phone. You can contact TV, cell phone, land line providers and explain that
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you need to downsize to a less expensive plan or put some things on hold. Explain that their help will ensure that they keep or have you return as a customer and not alienate someone who may then never come back. Remember to always be pleasant and ask for their help; demanding and cursing gets you nowhere! If you have vacations, parties or any other such plans, cancel them now lest you lose most of your money. If you just recently purchased a big-ticket item and you still have time to return it, do so! You and your family need to become money hoarders, and everyone needs to pitch in. No whining, no crying and no arguing! Stay away from the malls and big box stores where impulse buying is a temptation. You need to cut coupons, limit dining out, steaks, and gourmet foods. Create your menu around the weekly specials. Some stores have a soonto-expire meat section where you can eat great at half the price. Cut out smoking, drinking and unnecessary driving. Use this opportunity to get closer to your family and get healthier. Turn this into a positive time with all family members contributing and pulling together and everyone making suggestions on how to save money. Now get to work on a professional resume and prepare yourself to work harder at finding a job than you would expect to work at the job. Start NOW. The longer you wait, the harder it is to get started. Go to every interview upbeat, happy and with a positive attitude; after all, you might just land the greatest opportunity ever!
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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.
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Pick up a holiday passport today at any of the 19 participating Middlefield area businesses in this year’s Christmas in the Country event. Get your passport punched, enter the in-store raffles, and check out merchandise. If you get your holiday passport punched at all 19 businesses, write your name, phone number and address on the back and leave the passport at the last business visited. Entries getting all 19 punches qualify for a drawing to win a holiday suitcase filled with over $500 worth of gifts donated by the 19 businesses. Start getting your passport punched today, but please return the first two weekends of December and enjoy the open houses. Turn in passports by Monday, Dec. 13 for a chance to win the holiday suitcase. Call ahead as all businesses have varying hours. Christmas in the Country Open House is Friday and Saturday, Dec. 3 and 4 and again Dec. 10 and 11 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with specials, refreshments, entertainment, raffles and more. Among the shops of Christmas in the Country is Middlefield Cheese, 440-6325228, featuring holiday gift boxes and trays for home or shipment. Trays feature cheese, meats, soups, bulk foods, Amish jelly, and gourmet foods and dips. Personalize a gift basket. Christmas in the Country continues at Vancura Gallery of Fine Art, Custom Framing and Gifts, 440-632-1124, featuring unique one-of-a-kind art and gifts. Buy a ticket for $1 for a chance to win a custom-framed Paul Landry’s “A Christmas Wish” valued at $500. All money raised from this and the grand prize raffle will benefit Shop-with-aCop and Middlefield Cares, food cupboard. Vancura is at 14279 Old State Rd. in Middlefield (44062). During the Vancura open house on Saturday, Dec. 4, Jeff Hise and daughter Amy Timco will perform Christmas carols from noon to 2 p.m. Also that day, published artist Florian Lawton will be signing or remarquing your purchases, and Laura Fields will demonstrate and sell her candle smoke art. On Friday, Dec. 10, and Saturday, Dec. 11, Somerset artist James Seward demonstrates oil painting of religious subjects. On Saturday, Dec. 11, Laura Fields will demonstrate candle smoke (fumage). Check out the latest additions to our open house at www.vancuragallery.com. There’s more to Christmas in the Country at Country Arts & Jewelry Bead & Southwest Gifts, 440-632-5343. This is “a store like you have never seen before” filled with treasures of unique, one-of-akind jewelry, crystals, pottery, clothing cards and gifts. Country Arts & Jewelry is an unexpected gem in the heart of Amish country. This shop additionally offers another way to enter for great gifts at a raffle auction table set up in the back of the store. Just buy tickets and place them in the container by the gift you want a chance to win. Drawing will be Dec. 14. Holiday open house moves on to The Craft Cupboard, 440-632-5787, offering holiday craft projects, home decorating items gifts. Don’t forget their make-and-take projects for all ages. Then go to Tiny Stitches Quilt Shop, 440-632-9410, filled with quilts, placemats, fabric, books, patterns, and great gifts for the home. Visit Settlers’ Amish Co-op, 440-632-6332, filled with Amish-made quilts, furniture, aprons, jams, dolls, and many small handmade wooden
gifts. See their attached petting barn and pygmy goat Bella. Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, 440632-1939, lets Christmas in the Country goers enjoy family-style Amish cooking. Every meal feels like a holiday feast. Shop their bakery and gift shop too. Next, warm up at JMJ Woodstoves, 440-632-0780, offering a full line of alternative heating fireplace inserts, free standing wood/pellet stoves, and more; Penny Pincher, 440-632-1920, where you can shop for new and used furniture, mattresses, Amish crafts, antiques, and more; and Countryside Furnishings & Amish Gifts, 440-632-0248, where you see Amish handcrafted furniture and gifts that last a lifetime. Christmas in the Country stop Great Lakes Outdoor Supply, 440-632-9151, offers gifts for that camper, hunter or sports enthusiast including inexpensive bows, hunting gear, and outdoor clothing. Renaissance and Rainbows Stained Glass, 440-632-0800, welcomes all with custom created windows and doors, unique gifts and classes and also repairs stained glass works. Crossroads Country Café, 440632-0191, offers homestyle cooking, homemade pies and desserts. The café offers sit-down breakfast, lunch and dinner at fast-food prices. At White House Chocolates, 440-834-3133, visit a turn-ofthe-century candy shop. This stop is a mustsee for the chocolate lover! Taste delicious milk chocolates and rich dark chocolates, creamy truffles, amazing toffees and chewy caramels. Sample chocolate covered pretzels, chocolate-caramel covered apples, and many flavors of holiday fudge. White House also offers a large variety of sugarfree milk and dark chocolates and Jim Shore Collectibles. See chocolate being stirred, dipped and molded in the candy factory. At Maggie’s Donuts, 440-632-5222, help celebrate 50 years of baking great brownies, muffins, donuts, and great apple fritters. Visit their shop downtown or stop in at the Harrington Square Mall. Nearby, Amish Home Craft and Bakery, 440632-1888, serves up fresh baked bread, pies, cinnamon rolls, and their featured fry pies. They also sell hand-woven baskets, placemats, rugs, wooden puzzles and Amish-made quilts and gifts. Sweets-N-Treats and More, 440-6321613, is a delightful little bakery and gift store perfect for that special occasion or holiday purchase. Then there is passport stop Sparrow Christian Bookshop, 440-6320011, offering many candy and stocking stuffers. This full-service Christian bookstore offers Bibles, music, cards, and gifts. Morning Glories, 440-632-1945, is a garden statuary and gift shop with religious items, fountains, birdbaths, gazing balls and custom painting. Shop where you can help support two police charities by buying a raffle ticket at any of the in-store raffles for $1 each or six for $5. Five of these businesses, Middlefield Cheese, Vancura Gallery, Country Arts and Jewelry,The Craft Cupboard andTiny Stitches are selling in-store raffle tickets and grand prize tickets for a chance to win a sleigh ride from Ma and Pa’s, dinner for two from Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen, and an overnight stay at The Red Maple Inn. Tickets cost $3 each or two for $5. All raffles will be drawn on Dec. 14 and prizes must be picked up by Dec. 30.
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Put Child Safety Atop Holiday Shopping List With stores and online retailers already offering sales and discounts to consumers, it is important that children’s safety be at the top of the shopping list. In the most recent report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), injuries related to toys actually increased from the previous year. There were nearly 186,000 injuries that required emergency room treatment for those ages 15 and younger in 2009, compared with approximately 173,000 in 2008. And, nearly half (90,600) of those injuries were to children less than 5 years of age. The majority of injuries were to the head and face area, including the eyes. Lacerations, abrasions and contusions made up most of these injuries. Prevent Blindness Ohio has declared December as Safe Toys and Gifts Month and encourages everyone, whether they are buying gifts for their own family or friends or for charitable donations, to make conscientious decisions based on what is best for the child. “The holidays should be spent with friends and family, not in the emergency room,” said Sherry Williams, President and CEO of Prevent Blindness Ohio. “By taking a few, easy safety precautions, we can keep the festivities happy and healthy!” Prevent Blindness Ohio suggests that you inspect all toys before purchasing. Gifts of sports equipment should always be accompanied by protective gear (such as a basketball along with eye goggles or a face guard with a new batting helmet for baseball or softball). Avoid toys that shoot or include parts that fly off. Inspect toys for sturdiness. Your child’s toys should be durable, with no sharp edges or points. Any toy that is labeled “supervision required” must always be used in the presence of an adult. Keep toys meant for older children away from younger ones. Always save the warranties and directions for every toy. If possible, include a gift receipt. Repair or throw away damaged toys. Starpupils.org, the new children’s eye health and safety program from Prevent Blindness Ohio and Prevent Blindness America, provides additional information on toy safety and general children’s vision topics. For more information, please visit starpupils.org, facebook.com/starpupils or call 800-301-2020.
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DEC. 4: 5th annual Holiday Boutique at Holly Hill Join us at Holly Hill Healthcare Community from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for an annual holiday boutique. Event offers a variety of handmade, homespun, heart-of-thehome products. Admission is free. Hot chocolate and goodies are on the house while you roam this beautiful facility. Holly Hill Healthcare Community is on Fairmount Road between Sperry and Auburn Roads.
is for anyone taking western-style square dance lessons, and the calls will be easy for these guests to follow. Friday, Dec. 10, is another new learners’ dance from 7:30 to 10 p.m.; cost is $4.50 per person. Square dance angels are always at new learner dances to aide and encourage the new dancers. Wednesday, Dec. 15 is a plus-level square dance. Santa Claus just might be at this dance and have a treat for you. The time is 7:30 to 10 p.m., and admission is $4.50 per person. Square dance attire is optional at each of these dances. For more information, call 330-5344426 or 330-506-3370.
DEC. 4: Habitat for Humanity 2010 Youth United Dinner Our youth would like to share an evening of fun festivities and entertainment at Adam Hall, 11455 E. Washington St., Auburn Township on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. Evening includes dinner and dessert with Santa, a silent auction, gifts and prizes, and Youth United information. Auction items include dining certificates, Mohican Lodge stay with breakfast, salon and spa gifts, Cavs tickets, gift baskets and more. All proceeds go to our 2011 Youth United building project. For tickets and information contact Cheryl Graham, Geauga Habitat Volunteer Coordinator, at P.O. Box 21, Newbury (44065), e-mail to geaugahabitatpa@ windstream.net or call 440-564-5848.
DEC. 5: Friends of Womensafe, Inc. See a holiday theater matinee presentation of “Annie” at the Chagrin Valley Little Theater, 40 River St., Chagrin Falls (44022). Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 10. Call 440-285-3741 for reservations. Complimentary refreshments at intermission accompany the opportunity to join in a Chinese auction and buy tickets for the upcoming quilt raffle. Event is hosted by Friends of WomenSafe (whose mission is to generate unrestricted funds for WomenSafe, Inc. the shelter for victims of abuse.)
DEC. 5: The Friendly Squares WesternStyle Square Dance Club Three dances in December will be at the Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St. in Niles. Gene Hammond is the professional square dance caller. Frankie Hammond will be the line dance cuer. On Sunday, Dec. 5, the Akron Area Square Dance Federation will sponsor a new learners dance. This free square dance will be from 3 to 6 p.m. This
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services at 11 a.m. at the Burton Square gazebo. American Legion Post 459 will conduct ceremonies. DEC. 7: GCRTA Luncheon The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association (GCRTA) will meet Tuesday, Dec. 7 for a luncheon at Bass Lake Taverne, 426 South St., Chardon (handicapped accessible). Social time starts at 11:15 a.m. followed by a business meeting at 11:30 and lunch at noon. Menu will be chicken marsala, rice with vegetables, house salad with balsamic dressing, Ciabatta bread with butter, peppermint ice cream, coffee, hot tea, and iced tea (cash bar available). The program will be The Traveling Trunk from Halle Brothers. Cost of $17 includes a $1 donation to the grant-in-aid fund. Make reservations with Terry Rossiter, 9076 Wyandot Rd., Chesterland (44026), 440-729-9251. Send a check made out to GCRTA as soon as possible. Remember to bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga County Hunger Task Force. (Canned beets, canned carrots, and disposable tissues are especially needed.) If you need a ride from Geauga Transit, call 440-285-2222 or 440-564-7131 extension 5160 a week ahead of time. DEC. 12: Friends of WomenSafe Christmas Tea Enjoy holiday tea at The Red Maple Inn from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 12. For reservations call 440-285-3741. Share tea and some delicious accompaniments served by The Rosepointe Cottage Tea Room caterers. Space is limited. Tickets are $40 each. Opportunities to buy tickets for a Chinese auction and to win a beautiful quilt donated by The Chagrin Valley Quilt Guild are included. Friends of WomenSafe host the event.
DEC. 19: GLTG “It’s a Wonderful Life” The holiday classic of our time based on the film by Frank Capra and adapted by James W. Rodgers will be performed live at the Geauga Theater this month. Patty Osredkar directs this story for all ages, in which the ever self sacrificing George Bailey gets the ultimate Christmas gift – the chance to see what the world would be like without him. George, Mary, the evil Mr. Potter, Clarence the wingless angel and all the rest come to life on the Geauga Theater stage in this dramatic adaptation for the whole family. This version of “It’s a Wonderful Life” is not a musical; however, music will still be included at the production. A talented children’s chorus of youth ages 7 to 15 will fill the theater with song and holiday cheer. The GLTG has added a special children’s price for 10 and under of $5. Additionally, in the spirit of giving, they will hold a food drive the entire run of the show and encourage patrons to bring in a canned food item for $2 off ticket price (excluding the special children’s ticket price). “It’s a Wonderful Life” runs from Dec. 3 through 19. Friday and Saturday evening performances are at 8 p.m. and Sunday ones are at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for an adult, $13 for
a student and $5 for children 10 and under. The historic Geauga Lyric Theater is at 101 Water St. in Chardon. For information or to buy tickets for the play, visit www. geaugatheater.org or call the box office at 440‑286‑2255. DEC. 20: VFW Post 459 Middlefield Meets Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9678 of Middlefield will hold a monthly meeting Dec. 20 (and every 3rd Monday of each month) at 7 p.m. at the post in downtown Middlefield on West High Street. All current members and all interested are encouraged to attend. Please contact Gary Best at 440321-0808 for more information. DEC. 28: NAMI Geauga Support Meeting The Geauga County National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Family Support Group will meet at 7 p.m. at Middlefield Public Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield (44062). If you have a family member, loved one, or child diagnosed with a mental illness (brain disorder) or if you have a mental illness, join us on Tuesday, Dec. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Middlefield Public Library for information, understanding, and support. NAMI provides mutual support for persons diagnosed with serious mental illness and their families. No registration is necessary, and the program is free. For more information, call the Mental Health Association at 440-285-3945. This group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the library. ONGOING: CARE Raffle for ATV Citizens Advocating Responsible Energy (CARE) is holding a raffle drawing for a brand new 2010 Honda FourTrax Rancher ES ATV. Tickets are $10 each or six tickets for $50. Tickets are on sale now at every CARE meeting, at every CARE fundraising event, from any CARE member, from participating merchants in Geauga County, from Jim Galm (216-346-0782) or from Brian Ross (440-715-3670). This is the most incredible raffle prize that CARE has ever offered. Honda Rancher ATVs are among the most versatile ATVs around for use on the farm, for hunting, or for just plain riding fun! CARE needs volunteers to help sell tickets. If you would like to help CARE reach its fundraising goals by selling tickets to your friends and neighbors, please call Jim or Brian. CARE is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) public charity; 100 percent of the proceeds from CARE’S FOUR WHEELER ATV RAFFLE further CARE’s mission of preservation and conservation of natural spaces, productive farmland and rural traditions. Browse www. caregeauga.org for additional information. FEB. 27: Night at the Races: Chesterland Chamber of Commerce Night at the Races 2011 is scheduled for Feb. 26, 2011 at Spectators Sports Grille in Chesterland. Proceeds benefit The Littlest Heroes, a 501c3 nonprofit that offers help to children with cancer and their families as well as to the mission and programs of the chamber of commerce. The ticket price remains $20, which includes two beverage tickets good for shelf liquor, beer, wine and nonalcoholic beverages as well as appetizers all night long. It is never to early to purchase your tickets! Remember, this event has sold out every year. Call the chamber office 440729-7297 to make sure you are not left out.
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The holidays are a time for traditions and enjoying past favorites … here are a few new AND old favorite tales to add to your holiday collections! “Llama Llama Holiday Drama” by Anna Dewdney. If there’s one thing Llama Llama doesn’t like, it’s waiting. He and Mama Llama rush around, shopping for presents, baking cookies, decorating the tree … but how long is it until Christmas? Will it ever come? Finally, Llama Llama just can’t wait any more! It takes a cuddle from Mama Llama to remind him that “Gifts are nice, but there’s another: The true gift is, we have each other.” “One Wintry Night” by Ruth Bell Graham. A classic Christmas picture book, “One Wintry Night” tells the story of a mountain boy who is injured in a snowstorm and seeks refuge in a cabin. While he waits out the storm, the woman who lives there tells him the Christmas story. Starting with the very creation of the world and ending with the resurrection, the boy discovers the big picture of God’s plan for his people and situates the nativity within the scope of history. Breathtakingly illustrated by renowned artist and author Richard Jesse Watson, “One Wintry Night” is the perfect gift for the young and the young-at-heart. Tacky’s Christmas by Helen Lester. Tacky, Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect are celebrating the holiday with good cheer, singing, and lots of presents. Tacky’s present is a little bit different, and not exactly what his friends had in mind, but when the Christmas merrymaking is interrupted by hunters in search of pretty penguins, it’s Tacky’s gift that helps to save the day! A bonus CD of original carols includes “Deck the Iceberg,” “Sandy Clawz Is Coming to Town,”“The Six Days of Christmas,” “I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas,” and “Oh Tackytree!” “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement C. Moore and Robert Sabuda. “‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse …” Robert Sabuda brings Clement Clarke Moore’s well known and much loved classic poem about the night before Christmas to life with his stunning and intricate pop-ups. Open the pages and follow the family of mice as they pop and leap through the timeless, rhythmical text on their way to meet St. Nick
in this beautiful adaptation of a classical family favorite. “Curious George Christmas Carols” by H.A. Rey. This beautiful book and accompanying CD feature 10 carols as well as songbook lyrics, music notation, and illustrations by H. A. Rey. The 30-minute CD will include original recordings of these songs: “O Christmas Tree,” “Deck the Halls,” “We Three Kings,” “Good King Wenceslas,” “I Saw Three Ships,” “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “The First Noel,”“O Little Town of Bethlehem,” “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” and “Silent Night.” With gold foil on the cover, its classic illustration style, and CD of original music, this is truly a gift book to treasure. “A Charlie Brown Christmas” by Charles M. Schulz. Celebrate the season with this beautiful pop-up version of the modern-day fairytale, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Charlie Brown is determined to find the true meaning of Christmas as he looks for the perfect tree for the holiday. Faithful to the original television special that airs every holiday season, this is the perfect gift for any child or collectors’ library. “The Legend of the Candy Cane” by Lori Walburg. One dark November night, a stranger rides into a small prairie town. Who is he? Why has he come? The townspeople wish he were a doctor, a dressmaker, or a trader. But the children have the greatest wish of all – a deep, quiet, secret wish. Then a young girl named Lucy befriends the newcomer. When he reveals his identity and shares with her the legend of the candy cane, she discovers fulfillment of her wishes and the answer to her town’s dreams. Now will she share what she has learned? This timeless tale will help families celebrate the mystery and miracle of Christmas – for many Christmases to come. Families, join us at the Middlefield Library as we share some of OUR favorite Christmas stories during our ‘”Twas the Night Before Christmas … “ program. Enjoy favorite holiday stories through crafts and songs sponsored by the East Geauga Friends of the Library on Thursday, Dec. 16 starting at 7 p.m.
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KSU Geauga Group Cleans Up Riverside Site The Gaia (GUY-A) Society, Kent State Univeristy (KSU) Geauga’s Science and Environment student organization, provides students the opportunity to learn more about their academic interests through participation in campus and community service opportunities. Approximately 25 students and faculty are active in Gaia. The Gaia Society recently performed a creekside cleanup on Nov. 7 at a site on Hadden Road in Twinsburg. It was selected because it contained a number of abandoned tires and metal debris that lay in the upper reaches of the tributary to Tinkers Creek. This event was proposed by KSU Geauga professor Dr. Sharon Tkacz, a member of American Rivers, a leading conservation organization standing up for healthy rivers so communities can thrive. Gaia Society members collected 20 tires, approximately 455 pounds of scrap metal and 6 bags of garbage. All materials were moved off-site and are to be taken to waste recycling facilities.
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It’s All Greek to Me! Students in Mrs. Heselden’s world history classes have been studying a variety of ancient cultures. They recently participated in a Greek festival where they researched and made presentations on many aspects of Greek life, such as Greek gods, food and agriculture, architecture and irrigation, Greek homes and courtyards, Greek warfare, Athens and Sparta, Greek clothing and more. Students are continuing a study of ancient Rome and China.
The new fifth grade Cardinal Intermediate School Student Council has been elected. They are busy planning activities and projects for the Cardinal 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. This week they are opening the school store and planning a service project for the holiday season.
Lucky Tray Day! Several students at Jordak Elementary School were excited to hear that they were the winners on “Lucky Tray” day. The lucky winners found a sticker on the bottom of their lunch tray. Winners get to pick a prize out of the cafeteria prize box!
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Veteran’s Day Ms. Daily’s 5th grade class gathers around the flagpole to honor our American veterans. Students formed a circle and held cards with the numbers of fallen heroes from each of the different American wars. A moment of silence was observed in honor of all of these heroes who have served our country. Jordak students saluted veterans for serving our country.
Supporters of Cardinal Local Schools marched from Jordak Elementary to the Giant Eagle in Middlefield on Monday, Nov. 1. They were hoping to raise awareness and gain support for the school levy that was on the ballot Nov. 2. The levy was needed to maintain existing programs and services as well as initiate the state-mandated all-day, every -day kindergarten program.
CMS Football Cardinal Middle School football team recently finished a very successful season. Led by coaches Dan Chenoweth and Brian George, the Huskies finished with a record of five wins, one loss and two ties. Their biggest wins came over very tough teams from Berkshire and Hawken, and they were able to tie two larger schools in Wickliffe and Kenston. The Huskies roster, talented from top to bottom, was led by 8th graders Chad Delbo, Logan Schultz, Jacob Cico, Clark Thurling, Cody Pupura, Zach Retych, Malcolm Brooks, and KC Cress. The Huskies scored 236 points over the season while only giving up 90. They also had contributions from 7th graders Robbie Zeigler, Bryn Havel, Dominyc Karasek, and Noah Farmwald. Both classes have bright futures on the gridiron as the 8th graders will look to make positive contributions on the high school squad next year and 7th graders will become the leaders of the middle school team, looking to have the same success.
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Cardinal High School October Students of the Month
(Photos courtesy of Sarah Weizer and John’s Photography)
Kalyn Ward – Senior
What goals do you have for this school year? To maintain a 4.0 Describe yourself in three words? Kind, Honest, Athletic What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Junior Olympic Volleyball What is your favorite animal? Giraffe
Rachel Shrock – Junior
Emily Bandiera – Sophomore
What goals do you have for this school year? To maintain a 4.0; successful track season; and be an officer for flag-line Describe yourself in three words? Athletic, Silly, Focused What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Track, flag-line, 4-H, my horse, showing cows, hangin’ out What is your favorite animal? Horse
What goals do you have for this school year? Straight A’s; Pass the OGT Describe yourself in three words? Generous, Genuine, Caring What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Cooking and culinary classes What is your favorite animal? Dolphin
Amie King – Freshman
What goals do you have for this school year? Maintain good grades for the year Describe yourself in three words? Charismatic, Friendly, Spontaneous What is your favorite out-of-school activity? Spending time with friends and walking Swine Creek with dad. What is your favorite animal? Hedgehog
Cardinal Schools First Quarter 2010-2011 Honor Rolls Ms. Tropf’s 3rd Graders
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Sierra Barlow-Potter *** Anna Blubaugh*** Dario Decaro Justin Detweiler *** Ethan Everett*** Grace Mast Jacob Miller Donald Reis Hanna Sauberan Ryan Shanower Anthony Sinito Kaitlyn Starr *** Josiah Zurick***
Cooper Boggs Hannah Rennolds *** Alyssa Wood *** *** Jacob Zirm ***
Merit Roll Robbie Granny Jillian Kumher Evan Lewanski Andrea Mack Megan Melter KyLynn Miller Kayla Valentine
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Principal’s Award
Phelan Bennett Kevin Byler Ryan Frederick Hunter Kochy
Kayla Valentine Cooper Boggs
Principal’s Award
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Mrs. Hiller’s 3rd Graders
Honor Roll
Hanna Sauberan Ethan Everett
Honor Roll ***Lauren Dines*** Logan Keller Rachael LeQuyea Jonathon San Miguel-Zins Clayton Sauberan Joshua Wilcox
Merit Roll Nicholas Backer Courtney Broucek Mya Kirven Cade Shantery Avery Volpe
Principal’s Award Ashley Rutkowski Zane Freiberg
Abigail Geesling Hunter Hacker *** Casey Horner *** *** David Kapis *** Millie McBride Michael McNish Emmeline Rayburn *** Emma Traggiai ***
Merit Roll Taylor Gibbs
Principal’s Award Lacey Portman Hunter Schaeffer
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6TH GRADE HONOR ROLL Megan Baril* Austin Barker Madison Barlow-Potter* Madison Bean Nicholas Brewster Olivia Brown Sidney Cala Trisha Cesar Destani Cochran Kelsey Collier Shane Delb o* Addison Dorn Kyle Erhart Douglas Ellis Kerrigan Fuduric* Taylor Hahner Brenna King Austin Klatik Katerina Klingensmith Jeremy Koscelnik* Johnathan Kumher Phoenix Ladow Kasey Linberg* Austin Light Trent Mast Emma McBride Victoria McClain Douglas McIntosh Julie McIntosh*
Haley Adams* Jonathan Anderson Aleyna Bandiera Breonna Barker Jocelyn Bowling* Caitlin Byler Julianne Carney Brittany Chapman* Rachael Chapman Kathryn Dhayer* Madison Dobay Gillian Dorn Donovan Drebus Noah Farmwald Jacob Francis Phillip Grover Ethan Gumino Bryn Havel* Nancy Holmes Dominyc Karasek Emily Kruse* Caitlyn Lechene Linsey Lee* Ariel Lehman Jennah Lindley Britney Loving Caleb Martin
Alexandria Michener Robert Miller Sally Marie Miller Shelby Miller Jenna Moore Allissa Nevison Emily Nuzum Christina Pemberton Matthew Pestyk Bobby Pierce Sara Riebe Makenzie Roskelly Erin Ross* McKinzy Rupp Jordyn Schultz* Dawn Scribben Brianne Shantery Kyle Simms Jessica Skitzki Shelby Smith Megan Tucker* Joseph Stanziale Korey Valentine Dylan Veon Maxwell Warner Hannah Webb James Wilcox Stephanie Yeager
8TH GRADE HONOR ROLL Kaitlin Bean Faith Brown Ryan Bruncak Michael Darocha Logan Daw* Chad Delbo Courtney Ellis* Ashley Farrar Alyssa Faulhaber Mark Fazi Alexys Fenselon Spencer Folk Lucas Fulop Anna Futty* Marissa Gonsiewski Avila Gyorki Anna Johnson* Maria Klingensmith Jessica Koches Cassidy Kolson Sierra Kosh Nicole Lamont
7TH GRADE HONOR ROLL
Krystal Lear* Evan List Zachary Loze Ashley Lucarelli Christa Lunger Isabelle Macek* Lauren Maji Ian Mast Christian Noreika Cheyenne Polverine* Alyssa Shirkey Destiny Sodee* Brent Stauffer Lars Torres Joseph Tucker* Jasmine Vunak Brendan Whitney Stephanie Wolff* Jessica Yoder Brant Zemelka Jordan Zenisek
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Thomas McFall Alex McMillin Michelle Michael* Andrew Miller Mabel Miller Kathleen Morris Michael Mulh Brandon Neikirk Dakota O’Brien Nick Priem Kyle Root Dylan Schmitz Craig Shanower Paige Smith Kayli Staric Joshua Utz Matthew Utz* Marissa Vidal Kailyn Vontorcik* Alexis Walkos Justin Warren Aidan White Dillon Williams* Angel Wright Anthony Zajac* Robert Zeigler Cole Zemelka*
Accepting Non-perishable Donations The Cardinal Music Boosters is once again having a food drive in conjunction with the middle school and high school holiday music concerts this December. They would like each family to make a donation of a non-perishable item at each of the band and choir concerts. Items will go to a local food cupboard. Concerts are Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. at the middle school and Monday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. at the high school. Concerts include both bands and choirs at their respective buildings. In addition, the Cardinaires will also be performing at the high school concert.
Important Dates to Remember: Now - Dec. 10 Dec. 6 Dec. 7 Dec. 9 Dec. 11 Dec. 13 Dec. 15 Dec. 16 & 17 Dec. 20 Dec. 22 - 31
Jordak/CIS food drive Winter concert at MS Grade 1 (6:30 p.m.); Grade 2 (7:30 p.m.) Jordak/CIS interims hand-carried home Band concert at MS – Grade 5 (7 p.m.) HS wrestling tournament BOE meeting MS band and choir concert Jordak/CIS Santa shop HS band and choir concert Winter break (Classes resume Jan. 3, 2011)
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On Nov. 11, the Middlefield Police Department held its “Fill-A-Police-Car” Food Drive at the Middlefield Wal-Mart and Middlefield Save-A-Lot. The “Fill-A-Police-Car” food drive was formed and adopted by the Middlefield Police Department in 2005 and has been conducted on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter ever since. The program offers the community the opportunity to donate non-perishable food items, and the goal is to fill a police car with the donations. All donated non-perishable items are forwarded to St. Lucy’s church where food baskets are made and distributed to Geauga County area needy families during the holiday season. The Fill-A-Police-Car Thanksgiving event was a huge success. All of the program’s donated items are distributed to area families in need who received food baskets for the Thanksgiving Holiday. “This program serves Geauga County area needy families and the donations stay right here. This creates a sense of comfort for those who supply donations and know that their donations stay in our area, helping our own friends and neighbors,” said Mayor Bill Poole. “If you were unable to attend the event to make a food donation, please feel free to drop your donation off at the Middlefield Police Department or contact Chief Ed Samec. I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to you and your families for your generous donations and your warm generosity, which makes programs like this a huge success.”
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Donate Food Dec. 10 at Wal-Mart, Save-A-Lot The “Fill-a-Police Car” food drive for Christmas will be Friday, Dec. 10 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Middlefield Wal-Mart and Middlefield Save-A-Lot. Non-perishable food items will be collected for Christmas food baskets to support our area needy families.
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As we head into the holidays, there are many fire prevention tips to observe. It has become more common to fry turkeys for the Thanksgiving holiday. Turkey fryers, like anything, can be safe if used properly but dangerous if used improperly. Always fry outside of or away from combustible structures such as garages, barns or wooden decks. There have been many fires caused by turkey fryers used in these areas. Do not overfill or overheat fryers. Exercise extreme caution when lowering frozen birds into hot oil. There will be popping and spewing of the hot oil! Turkey frying can be very enjoyable, and the turkey is quite delicious when cooked with proper precautions. Christmas trees are another enjoyable holiday tradition that is accentuated by the presence of a real tree. This too can be a safe pleasant experience as long as you keep your tree well watered and away from wood-burning appliances and fireplaces. Make sure lights are UL approved and free of broken or frayed wires. Keep all wrapped presents and wrapping materials away from ignition sources such as wood-burners, fireplaces, electric heaters and candles.
Exercise extreme caution with candles. Candles have been the cause of many a residential structure fire. Always extinguish candles before retiring for the evening. Never leave candles burning unattended in rooms occupied by pets. Limiting the number of candles is advisable to reduce fire risk. Also many candles in a small poorly ventilated room can burn up oxygen and replace it with harmful carbon monoxide. Lastly, chimneys must been kept clean to avoid chimney fires. Keep all combustibles away from heating devices – solid-fuel burning and electric devices. USE SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS. THERE IS NO EXCUSE! RESIDENTS WITH MIDDLEFIELD OR HUNTSBURG MAILING ADDRESSES CAN GET DETECTORS FOR FREE! Call 632-1907 to get on the list. We must install! There are plenty remaining from our federal grant. Remember: The sound of a smoke detector is a sound you can live with! Remember the holidays are a great time for family and friends. Exercise good fire prevention practices, and avoid tragedy during the joyous holidays! Until next issue … stay safe. We are pleased to serve you!
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The proper setup when addressing a golf shot helps you to hit any target. Aligning your body and stance parallel to the target line and setting the sole of the club so the face of the club is perpendicular to the target is a necessary fundamental for a proficient stroke. Starting the backswing from the setup is a critical moment in the golf swing. The tension that builds can be relieved by using a waggle. There are many great players both professional and amateur that waggled the club in order to relieve the tension from the address position transitioning into the takeaway. The shifting of the weight from the front foot to the back foot, which is achieved by slightly lifting the weight of each foot including the hand motion you hope to achieve when approaching the golf ball for the shot being attempted is what makes the typical waggle. These motions not only alleviate tension but also should give a feel for what you are attempting to achieve with the golf shot you are about to hit. The waggle will become a natural part of the pre-shot routine in the golf swing. This routine will not only help with tension relief but also with feel for the shot and focus for what is about to take place in the swing. It is one of those movements that players do and is not noticed for those who already use the waggle and not really noticed by those who don’t know what the purpose of the waggle is in a pre-shot routine. Have a safe and healthy holiday season. Talk to you soon!
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Burton Horseshoe Club (BHS) member Kelley Haley watches Steve Smith finish a pitch during a recent tournament at the club’s facility at 14751 Lenny Ave. in Middlefield, directly across from the Amish Birthing Center. Club members welcome the public to join them indoors on Mondays and Tuesdays about 6:30 p.m. from mid-September through May to practice. The Lenny Avenue building boasts three indoor courts, and an observation loft is underway.
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Step into A.H.Christiansons floral design studio and gift shop in Burton and steep yourself in warmth, beauty and calm. Begin to breathe more slowly. Feel your shoulders relax toward your back pockets as the subtle but accumulated tensions of daily living dissipate. Relax and be at ease. Enjoy a moment of creative quietude when for just one moment, everything is all right. See what happens next. The alternate universe that’s inside A.H.Christiansons floral design studio in Burton Village is welcoming, gracious, comfortable, comforting, tranquil and lovely. Inside this shop is respite from the hustle and bustle of everything else preholiday. Allow the studio’s staff to make something as beautiful as its own interior but personalized for you and your home, commercial or church venue. The shop itself simply offers you a preview of the scope and range of the exquisite design capabilities of Thom L. Bonnema, accredited by the American Institute of Floral Design (AIFD); his mother, Nancy J. Bonnema; and their staff. The results are breathtaking. My guess is that the reason for their spectacular design results is that Thom and Nancy’s talents are partly a gift from God and partly the result of hard work, love, concern, experience and education. Thom’s AIFD certification puts him in an entirely different league as a floral designer. Only about 1,500 AIFD designers exist internationally right now. Accreditation requires testing out of a hands-on exam in New York City one June and waiting until the following October for pass/fail results! Thom tested in June of 1994 and was accredited in 1995. “There are only 31 AIFD designers in the state currently, “ Nancy says. Testing for the certification is often by invitation from current institute members. There’s little that Thom and Nancy enjoy more than incorporating their friends’ and clients’ personal family heirlooms, treasures and mementos into floral designs customized for special people’s special occasions. The designers at A.H.Christiansons personalize their creative work to reflect the personality of every
bride or dearly departed person they serve. “We are creative and innovative,” Nancy says. “We have three fully schooled designers. We always strive to have our flowers speak well of their senders.” A.H.Christiansons is a full-service florist with a tri-county delivery service serving Geauga County and surrounding areas. The business stands behind its work. Nancy and Thom take every measure they can think of to ensure the best possible results. “Our flowers are processed to last. We do all we can. Even then, occasionally things happen. Once in a rare while, you might simply get one bad batch of blooms from a supplier. If your flowers die within five days of delivery, we will replace them,” Nancy says. “We do a great deal of custom design, with materials both fresh and artificial, as preferred,” Nancy adds. The Bonnemas share their tips, skills, experience and insights in small workshops and design shows. Upcoming events include a design show on Dec. 4 at the Red Maple Inn and two classes on Saturday, Dec. 11 at the Geauga County Historical Society’s grounds at Century Village in Burton. More are at the studio in January, February and March. In-studio class usually involve one instructor per four students. Each student in the in-shop classes completes and takes home a finished arrangement. “We haven’t yet met someone who isn’t happy with what they make in our classes,” Nancy says. Typical winter projects include a front door arrangement for winter, a table piece for winter, and a Valentine’s Day table piece. Through March and April, more classes focus on creating container gardens and successful potting techniques. Class times vary to accommodate retirees, full-time homemakers and those also employed outside the home. Business hours for A.H.Christiansons Floral Design Studio, 14539 N. Cheshire St. (P.O. Box 913), Burton (44021), are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call there at 440834-9760. E-mail the studio at info@ ahchristiansons.com. Visit the website at www.ahchristiansons.com.
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There is no better gift for a child than a beautifully illustrated classic storybook. It is a gift that can be enjoyed over and over and lead a child to a lifetime of enjoyment from reading. Books created by illustrator, Will Moses, grandson of Grandma Moses, will be on sale at discounted prices between now and Christmas. The Geauga Council for Arts & Culture has received permission to make available holiday cards, note cards, children’s books and puzzles. Classics such as the holiday favorite, “The Night Before Christmas,” “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” or “Johnny Appleseed” are available at 10 percent below list price.
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You can access these items by going to the council’s website at www.geaugaartscouncil. org. From there you can see a description of each item and then print out an order form that can be sent to P.O. Box 104, Chardon OH 44024. In addition to books, the council offers holiday cards, note cards featuring scenes of New York and New England, and puzzles with similar themes. Will Moses’ style is reminiscent of that of his famous grandmother. These will make wonderful gifts for the art appreciator on your list. The council will cover the cost of shipping and handling but would appreciate it if you would donate a portion of that cost in support of the council. Questions can be directed to presidentgcac@gmail.com or by calling 440-537-3344.
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Geauga Credit Union, Inc., 14499 North Cheshire St., Burton is running another food collection drive for the local food pantry until Dec. 20. Call the Geauga Credit Union, Inc. at 440-834-4327, extension 108 for more information. The credit union will close at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 24 for the Christmas holiday. They will close at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 31 for the New Year celebration.
Mental Health & Recovery Board Welcomes New Member Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services recently swore in new board member and Chardon resident Kelly A. Fisher, appointed by Geauga County commissioners. Appointment is effective until June 30, 2014. Kelly is a mother of two and is currently employed at Philips Healthcare as clinical education resource specialist. For more information on mental health and/or substance abuse services in our county, please contact the Board office at 440-2852282 or go to www.geauga.org.
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{ classifieds } The No. 1 Dog in Geauga County Is ... A total of 13 essays in the Geauga County No. 1 Dog Contest were judged on Nov. 22 by Burton Public Library’s employee Holly Lynn; Geauga County Public Library Chardon branch employee Kathy Wood; Geauga County Public Library Middlefield branch employee Kara Fennell; myself, Geauga County Auditor Frank Gliha; and administrative assistant Lori Myllykoski. The judging was so difficult that we not only selected the No. 1 Dog in Geauga County but an honorable mention winner as well. The county auditor will present the No. 1 dog tag for Geauga County 2011 to Kenston Intermediate School fourth grader Jessica Sunderhaft and her dog Bailey. The honorable mention went to “Max,” whose owner is Natalie Girolamo. The No. 1 dog will also receive a gift basket generously donated by Rose Pinzone. The gift basket is filled with “Bella’s Dog Biscuits,” which are homemade dog biscuits. The dog biscuits are available for sale in Chardon at Kelly’s Korner on Main Street. We received another generous donation this year as well for all other essay applicants. An anonymous Munson Township resident has offered to buy the other essayists their dog tags for the 2011 license year. For more information please go to the auditor’s website at http://www.auditor.co.geauga.oh.us. Information is also available by contacting the auditor’s Office at 440-2852222, 564-7131, or 834-1856 extension 1604 or directly at 440-279-1604. Remember, “Next to our owner, a license is a dog’s best friend.”
Dog License Tags Now On Sale Geauga County Auditor Frank J. Gliha urges all dog owners to purchase 2011 dog licenses on or before Feb. 1, 2011. Once again the tags will be issued with an “O” ring. However S-hooks and rivets are available upon request. Licenses purchased on or before Feb. 1, 2011 are $10 per dog. A $10 penalty is added to all licenses purchased after the deadline. Checks should be made payable to Frank J. Gliha, Geauga County auditor. Again this year residents will be able to purchase their dog licenses on the auditor’s secure website. A fee of $1 per transaction will be assessed. Owners of new dogs can purchase their tags any time during the year at our office, at any of our outlying agents, or by mail. Applications and licenses are also available at our website http://www.auditor.co.geauga.oh.us. Send application, $10 fee, and a self-addressed stamped return envelope to Geauga County Auditor, Courthouse Annex, 231 Main St., Suite 1A, Chardon, OH 44024. Licenses may also be purchased in person at participating locations for an additional fee of 75 cents (excluding the Geauga County auditor and dog warden offices).
Santa Visits Doggies Bring your dog to visit Santa and have a picture taken on Sundays, Dec. 5 or Dec. 12 from noon until 4 p.m. at the Geauga County Dog Warden’s office, 12513 Merritt Rd,
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Chardon (44024) to benefit the Geauga County Dog Warden and rescue group Canine Lifelines. For $20, you can take home two 4-by-6 inch digital prints in holidaythemed frames. For a gift of $25, you receive the two 4-by-6 inch prints and an electronic file of the photographs of your pet with Santa delivered by e-mail. For more information call the dog warden’s staff at 440-286-8135.
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I rescued this little cutie from the outdoors close to my work. Michael is just a baby at about 12 weeks old. He is still a little shy but warming up quickly. Michael has been neutered, tested negative for leukemia/FIV, and has his vaccines. A home for the holidays would make him very happy. If you can’t adopt, please consider making a donation to help out Michael and his other foster friends. “Saving a cat won’t change the world, but the world will surely change for that one cat.” To meet Michael please contact Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue, 440-474-9721 or e-mail tassambud@ windstream.net.
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440.632.1846 call any time 15789 Old State Rd.(Rt 608) Middlefield • 8a-7p M-F; 8a-4p Sat
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Mast Metal Sales Building Materials
Open: Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Saturdays by appointment
• Metal and Vinyl Siding • Steel Truss Buildings • Cannon Ball Track • Metal Roofing • Shingles • Door Frames & Accessories
Melvin J. Mast 13828 Bundysburg Rd., Middlefield • 440-632-0093 (let ring)
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59¢ t. Sq.F
OVER 100 DESIGNS IN STOCK
GENUINE PERGO wIth Pad IN StOCK - ONLY $1.59! PAINESVILLE • (440) 392-3333 www.bestlaminate.net
{ PET CARE } with lots of personal attention for your pet!
440.548.2170 • • • •
GeauGa pole Builders l.l.C. We Handle All the Work
Custom Cabins, Garages, Pavilions & Decks Specializing in Gambrel Style Barns Free Quotes 326 Third St., Niles 330-307-6678
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SMB Custom Homes Ben Pilarczyk
42 Years Experience in Home Building Remodeling, Excavating, Hole Drilling 9355 Brakeman Rd. Chardon, OH 44024
Cell: 440-413-1747
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Middlefield Hometown Store 15561 W. High St., Middlefield 44062
“Parts – We Can HelP”
AppliAnces – lAwn & GArden – And More! FREE Shipping
on mailable items
Tel 440-632-6363 Toll Free 800-532-0142 Fax 440-632-6366
www.searshometownstores.com
What are your True Colors? Call to find out more about how a Life Coach can support you! Free 30-minute introductory call. Lori Gorrell, Life Coach 440.391.4771 Member, International Coach Federation
llgorrell@live.com www.truecolorscc.com
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GRAND RIVER PET CARE CENTER, LLC
Dog Boarding
Milan Besednjak, Owner
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LAMINATE FLOORING From
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Peaceful location in the country! Lots of exercise and personal attention! Climate controlled for your pet’s comfort! Reasonable rates and multi-pet discounts!
P.O. Box 691, Parkman 44080 • grandriverpetcare@windstream.net
wanted
ADVERTISE your company here!
Buying standing timber and saw logs. Removal by horse or machine.
Call Today to Reserve Your Space
LOGS
Stop in or call Wayne
440-272-5424
7377 Wiswell Rd. • Windsor, OH 44099
440.632.0782
Deadline for Jan. 26 issue is Monday, Jan. 17.
December 1, 2010
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