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Your Community Newspaper Since 1967 Insect & Arachnid Exhibit A’Buzz at The West Woods By Rose Nemunaitis editor@geaugamapleleaf.com Some of the smallest forms of nature are getting big attention inside The West Woods Nature Center in Russell Township. What’s the Buzz Insect and Arachnid Inspired Art Exhibition, a 10-week community art show that opened Feb. 13, is celebrating creativity inspired by the insect world and demonstrating the talents of regional artisans. The show runs through April 26 and is open daily from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. “This exhibit offers an opportunity for people to realize the beauty of insects and arachnids — so diverse in colors and patterns, size and shape,” said Teresa Runion, GPD special events coordinator. There are 136 artists represented in the show, 80 of which are from Geauga County. The exhibit comprises 358 pieces of artwork, as well as hundreds of additional pieces submitted for the Buzz Boutique gift shop. This marks Geauga Park District’s ninth community art show. It’s first, in 2006, was a collaborative project with Geauga Arts Council called “InfiniTree,” an exhibition of hundreds of art pieces created from a single tree. Over the years, Geauga Park District has had several installations of “discARTed,” showcasing artwork created from recycled medium, as well as themed exhibits. These include “Nature of Metal” (artwork created from metal), “Creativity Tapped” (artwork inspired by maple trees and maple sugaring), “Frozen Artistry” (ice-and-snow-themed artwork) and “Eyes to the Sky” (astronomy-themed artwork.) “My wish is that work displayed inspires those who attend to try their hand at creative pursuits,” Runion said. “The exhibit
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Sheila Dorris, of “Design with Art and Soul,” created “Lifeline… Ode to the Bees” for the new art exhibit at The West Woods Nature Center in Russell Township.
showcases work by artists of all ages and abilities created through a wide range of media. Everyone possesses some degree of creativity. The natural beauty of Geauga County and surrounding communities is inspiration for many who work and live here.” Artist Sheila Dorris’ creation, “Lifeline … Ode to the Bees,” focuses on environmental changes that have impacted the earth, wildlife — including bee populations — and humans. “Saddened by effects causing danger to all who inhabit our earth, in all societies, as well as our members of the Peaceable Kingdom, I designed this yard sculpture in honor of the international movements, #aworldofhearts and #heartsinthewindow,” Dorris said. Her clothesline has a painted bee sculpture, mostly out of carved and scrolled wood, with an additional bee created as a soft sculpture. Both have wings of lace on their backs.
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Geauga Park District events coordinator Teresa Runion said visitors to the new art exhibit at The West Woods will get up close and personal with human-sized “beetles,” come face-to-face with a larger-than-life praying mantis and see how natural materials may be turned into home decor.
“Their delicate extensions represent the current environment, worldwide for all of nature’s wildlife, as well as us humans,” Dorris said. “Designed to hang between
two trees in my front yard, it is born out of respect for concerns around the globe and as a sign of support in unity, as people have been coming See Art • Page 7
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Town Crier Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Tuesdays, 3-5 p.m. United Way Services of Geauga County has teamed up the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide boxes of food to Geauga residents. The drive-thru food distribution will take place each Tuesday in February and March at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 North Cheshire St., Burton. Preregistration is required each week; call 216-738-2265 or visit wefeedgeauga.com.
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Feb. 18 and 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A free community giveaway of clothing for the family, books, bedding and housewares will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon.
American Legion Pancakes
Feb. 21, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Atwood-Mauck American Legion Post 459 is serving its annual pancake and sausage breakfast by takeout only. The post is located at 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton. The public is welcome. For information, call Skip at 440-834-1191.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Feb. 24, 2-7 p.m. American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Mayfield Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. Donation appointments may be made by downloading the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800733-2767.
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ANIMAL PROBLEM Feb. 7 4:40 p.m., Mayfield Road. House next to Sunoco on Caves. Goat is outside of the gate. Not in the road, but caller is concerned about it. Goat UTL/GOA.
ASSIST FIRE DEPARTMENT Jan. 28 3:31 p.m., Caves Road. Rescue called for a 4-year-old male who got his finger stuck in a toy. Officer responded and assisted FD.
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CITIZEN ASSIST Feb. 8 11:57 p.m., Mayfield Road. Pump 6 at Chester Shell. Male needs assistance pumping fuel. He is in a wheelchair. Male attempted to get the attendant’s attention. Officers on scene and assisted caller with pumping gas. INTOXICATED PERSON Feb. 6 10:37 p.m., Mayfield Road. Highly intoxicated male on the patio. Wants to drive home. Male is by himself. Male showed up at the restaurant intoxicated. Male is on the front patio with several people. Officers gave male a courtesy ride to his home. MISSING PERSON Feb. 1 5:14 p.m., Legend Creek Drive, Munson. Minor female did not come home from school. She attends Lindsey Elementary. No one saw if she got off the bus. Her grandfather is out looking for her. No answer on West Geauga bus garage channel. Female just came home. Female said she rode the bus home and there were two men waiting for her. They told her they had candy and a puppy. The two men took her down by the lake. When the men said they didn’t have any candy female ran to her friend’s house across the street. Female said both men were wearing a ski mask. Mother said female’s friend was doing homework so she ran home. Editor’s Note: According to the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office, this incident did not occur. Instead, the minor made up the story because she wanted to visit the neighbor’s dog. SUSPICIOUS Feb. 10 3:29 p.m., Opalocka Drive. Black Ford truck, male selling meat out of the back. No front plate. Doesn’t know if he has a permit. Officers checked area. UTL/GOA.
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Chester Government Update The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on Jan. 28 began with a brief executive session regarding employment and personnel. Zoning Commission Chair Jonathan Oswick and Board of Zoning Appeals member Bart Ziganti were invited into the meeting along with the elected officials. Upon returning to public session, no actions were taken resulting from the discussion. Monies in the amount of $2,726.57 were approved for Geauga Unibody to repair damage to a police vehicle, as was $2,075 to Chesterland Electric for repairs and upgrades for the cemetery electrical service. The annual fee of $1,017.60 payable to the Geauga County Engineer for overseeing the township’s municipal storm water pollution prevention program was also approved. A motion was approved to sell the 1995 Caterpillar forklift because using the township’s skid steer for these tasks going forward made this equipment obsolete. In the absence of the township having a zoning inspector, Trustee Skip Claypool reached out to Linda Crombie of the Geauga County Planning Commission for support. A letter of agreement will be drafted outlining services they can provide and at what cost. Chester is currently seeking to hire a zoning inspector, so interested applicants who have the background may contact mlflorentine@ chestertwp.org. The West Geauga Baseball Federation’s use of the Chester School property for youth baseball and Parkside Park for girls’ softball and co-ed league play were approved. Trustee Ken Radtke provided a brief update
on a recent Zoom meeting of the Chester Planning Committee (CPC). Based on the results of the questionnaire, there was general consensus that the focus of the CPC should be on the commercial district (the original intent). Each committee member is asked to identify their top five potential action items with respect to the commercial district based on the Cleveland State University Report. The next meeting will review and prioritize the list for the CPC to consider taking action. A subcommittee was formed to begin work on a questionnaire for commercial property owners and commercial business owners. Trustee Claypool has been working with the Geauga County Prosecutor’s Office, AT&T and a third party, Granite Communications, to reduce the township’s phone bills. Significant savings may be recognized with the proposed change. As part of the budget planning process, each department and the trustees will discuss and establish goals for calendar year 2021. The West Geauga Girl Scouts will be holding a drive-through cookie sale March 13, 20 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the town hall parking lot and trustees hope the community will support their event. An executive session regarding employee compensation was held at the end of the meeting with no action taken upon returning to public session and the meeting was then closed. Submitted by Ken Radtke Jr., Chester Township Trustee
Committee Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions for the coming two-week period, unless otherwise noted. These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. To find out whether a government meeting is in person or via Zoom, or to obtain Zoom meeting ID and passcode, contact the appropriate township or school district office or website. Chester Township: Feb. 17, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m., Planning Commission, via Zoom; Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; March 3, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission. All meetings are held at the Township Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, unless otherwise noted. (Meetings are open to public, but seating limited to 10. Trustees, fiscal officer and department heads, if in attendance,
are practicing social distancing.) Russell Township: Feb. 17, 6:30 p.m., Board of Trustees; Feb. 24, 7 p.m., Zoning Commission; March 1, 7 p.m., Board of Zoning Appeals; March 3, 2:30 p.m., Board of Trustees. (Trustees have opted to resume their regular meeting schedule but has changed the location of future meetings to the Russell Town Hall, 14890 Chillicothe Road. Meetings will be held in the Town Hall until further notice. The location is changed to the Town Hall to better accommodate physical distancing advisories.) West Geauga BOE: Feb. 22, 7 p.m., regular meeting. All meetings are held at the BOE Community Room, 8615 Cedar Road, unless otherwise noted.
Entertainment Fairmount Speaker Series
Feb. 21, 3 p.m. Fairmount Center for the Arts continues its virtual “Pull Back the Curtain” speaker series with Tim McGeever’s program on Tales from Broadway. He will share insight about being an actor in a Broadway show and how one pursues the dream and gets the “gig.” The program is free, but participants need to register in order to receive the link to join the Zoom event 24 hours in advance of the program. For questions or to register, call 440338-3171 or visit www.fairmountcenter. org.
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Obituaries John Michael Berila
John Michael Berila, 70, a longtime resident of Chesterland, who recently moved to Olmsted Township to spend more time with his family, passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 1, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Born Jan. 5, 1951, in Cleveland, John developed a love of reading as a young child that sparked a lifelong pursuit of adventures, passions and goals. He climbed mountains with friends, enjoyed camping and took expedition courses that encouraged his appreciation of nature and the outdoors. He developed a love of martial arts, taught Aikido to many and earned his 5th degree black belt in Aikido. John met the love of his life, Rose Anne M. Berila (nee Durante), in one of his Aikido classes, and proposed to her on the Maid of the Mist, under a rainbow. They wed in 1975. John loved a good joke (and also sometimes a bad one), especially if it could make others laugh. A friend to anyone who needed one, he relished the chance to spend time with those he loved. He would do anything to lend a hand; what is more, he did it without expectation or reservation. John earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Cleveland State University and served as part of the Ohio National Guard before he embarked on a 33-year career with the State of Ohio. He served in a variety of capacities, enjoying most the opportunity to focus on the protection and safety of children. After retirement, John continued to work with youth and taught driver’s education. John is survived by his wife, Rose Anne; their daughter, Gina Henke (Stephen); and three granddaughters, Sophia, Nora and Francesca, who were the light of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Donna Scanlon (William, deceased); his nephews, William Scanlon and Daniel Scanlon (Mary); his nieces, Bridget Vulic (Alex), Coleen Biehl (Robert), Kate Durante, Erin Durante (Alex); and cousins, family and many steadfast friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Dorothy Berila (nee Swech); and his brother, Fred. In lieu of flowers, to honor John’s desire to protect children, please consider a donation to St. Jude’s Research Hospital or Shriner’s Hospitals for Children. A funeral mass was held Feb. 5, 2021, at 11:30 a.m., at St. Brendan’s in North Olmsted, followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Diane L. Brockway
Diane L. Brockway, age 55, of Chesterland, passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2021. Her children, Payton Mackie, Hannah Mackie (fiancé, Chad), Dawson Mackie (girlfriend, Josie), and Alyssa Domke (Ryan) were her greatest joys; loving grandmother to Leyla Domke. Lifelong soulmate of David Mackie and daughter of Larry Brockway (Pat) and Joanne Meredith (Spike), both deceased. Granddaughter of Cloyd (deceased) and Evelyn Brockway, and Charles and Isabelle Hofsetter (both deceased). Cherished sister of Sue Brockway and Mike Brockway. Niece of Jack Hofstetter (deceased) and Patricia. Cousin to Scott Hofstetter (Kristel, deceased), Jan Wals (Bruce), Bruce Hofstetter (Kim). And fur-mother to Ronnie Rizzle and Nahla Cindy, who she loved with all her heart. Diane grew up in Chesterland, attending West Geauga Schools, and received her Montessori Degree from Siena Heights College. She repeatedly said she was “the best painter in Cleveland” and could complete a job with total perfection. Playing golf with Dawson, shopping with Hannah, crafting with Payton and ordering from Amazon regularly were her biggest passions. A self-appointed dog advocate she spent countless hours trying to find homes for dogs in need with her heart of gold. Her faith and the love she had for her family helped her through many difficult times and kept her resilient and strong. Throughout her life her compassion and care for others never wavered. A celebration of Diane’s tremendous life will be held at a later time when it is safe to do so. Diane would love donations in her honor to help the animals in need at the Geauga County Dog Shelter, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon, OH 44024. Online condolences at www.gattozziandson.com.
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Campus News Christina Becker, of Russell Township, a public health major, was named to the dean’s list of the College of Arts & Sciences at American University for the fall semester. Steven Thomas Hensley, of Russell Township, was named to The University of Alabama President’s List for fall 2020. Lauren Jeunnette, of Chester Township, was named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at University of Akron. Jeunnette is studying for her masters in speech and language pathology. Cindy Hutchison, of Chester Township, graduated from Baldwin Wallace University with a bachelor of arts in human resource management.
McKenzie Pile, of Chester Township, was named to the dean’s list at Wheaton College for the fall semester. Julia Frank, of Chester Township, was named to the dean’s list at Hiram College for the fall semester. Anthony Leonard, of Chester Township, was named to Youngstown State University’s fall dean’s list. He is majoring in early childhood education/ intervention specialist. Olivia Pecharka, of Chester Township, earned dean’s list honors at University of Findlay. Sally Sterkel, of Chester Township, was named to the dean’s list at Edinboro University.
Libraries All events are virtual unless otherwise noted. To register, visit www.GeaugaLibrary.net and click on “Programs.”
Beginner Beekeeping
Feb. 19, 6-7:30 p.m. Class will focus on what happens when one gets bees, what the bee year looks like and options for placement in an area
Quilt Block: Jelly Roll Rug
Feb. 20, 10 a.m. to noon Create an oval rug out of jelly roll fabric strips and leftover batting strips. The workshop will get participants started on the project to complete at home. Pre-work details will be sent to registered participants.
Teen Art Show Feb. 22, 4-4:30 p.m. Teens are invited to share their art while discussing their favorites of the creative world.
Meditation Mondays Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Join holistic healer and life coach Jan Webber as she leads a relaxing guided meditation for all ages and experience levels.
Yoga for Beginners Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Join local yoga instructor Dawn Dole.
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West Geauga Schools Wright Place at Wright Time
Students in math teacher Pat Wright’s class have always developed a strong understanding of the concepts in the eighth-grade curriculum. During the pandemic, she has had to engage kids in numerous new ways and methods. According to her, “When the pandemic hit last spring, people asked me if I was ready to retire. My response was that it made me know I didn’t want to retire. I love teaching. This is our new normal. We learned to adapt, and we keep adapting. Every lesson is a challenge to do my best with the onsite restrictions and to find a way to do each lesson with my virtual class. We are all doing our best in this unique situation.” She continues to make her in-person and online classes fascinating and exciting in mathematics for all of her students.
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Students dress creatively to celebrate the 100th day of school at Westwood Elementary School.
Spelling Bee Champion Crowned
The West Geauga Local Schools District Spelling Bee champion for 2021 is eighth-grader Menno Haak. He is no stranger to this high honor as he was the district champion and Geauga County champion in 2018. Menno competed in the Lake-Geauga Spelling Bee on Feb. 9. He was the runner-up in the competition between the top spellers from districts throughout Lake and Geauga counties.
Bracket Challenge Adds Excitement
Throughout the pandemic, teachers have modified past practices to accommodate new safety procedures. West Geauga Middle School social studies teacher Ernie Cavasinni has not let this get in the way of his creativity when teaching his lessons. Students in Cavasinni’s classes participate in a “Bracket Challenge” debate activity in which students argue two opposing points. The students are given a period of time to present their case and follow-up time to present supporting information. According to Mr. Cavasinni, “The beautiful thing about having my students compete in bracket challenges is that the activity incorporates competition and debate in an appropriate and healthy manner. Students are actively engaged in the learning process at a higher level of learning instead of being passive learners. They are actually applying
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Eighth-grader Menno Haak recently competed in the Lake-Geauga County Spelling Bee.
what they have learned in a fun and challenging manner. The arguments that they develop are impressive and a true pleasure to observe.”
100 Days of School
Although many Ohio school districts have offered only remote instruction, West Geauga has been conducting in-person classes for students in grades k-12, five days per week throughout the 2020-21 school year despite the pandemic. Westwood Elementary School celebrated the 100th day of school on Feb. 5. Students and staff dressed up creatively and activities were planned around the number 100. The day is celebrated to mark the beginning of the second half of the school year and to reflect on the progress made thus far.
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JFS Offers Summer Camp Submitted The Summer Camp and Enrichment Program offers eligible families in Geauga County assistance with funding for their children to attend summer camp or other enrichment activities. Each year, more than 100 Geauga County children benefit from the program that is funded solely through donations from individuals, churches, business and civic groups. The program can also assist families with pay
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from page 1 together through expressions of their art. This list includes not merely the pandemic threatening humanity, (but) the unnecessary pesticides killing bees and other critters on land, in the sea and air.” Dorris said her art is inspired by her love of nature and wildlife, as well as her belief in the kindness of humanity. “My art is in support of the international movements created by people to come together as one, as we fight a contagion that does not care from what country we are born, the color of our skin or personal beliefs on religion,” Dorris added. “We are all delicate creatures in need of a healthy earth. Our wildlife deserves comparable respect, to live in a world free from the toxins that plague us all. It is my hope that all people will make a ‘beeline for humanity’ and do their part for making our world a safer place to live. “ Auburn Township’s Jeanette Paschal has been an avid painter and gardener for more than 40 years. “It is not a business, it is my passion,” Paschal said. “I am a lover of rocks, great soil and all things natural. My joy and inspiration comes from my surroundings — trees, water, insects and animals. My parents gave me the gift to see joy and details in the little things that life offers.” Paschal spends her winter painting and
Schools Resource Center Sessions
The Lake/Geauga Educational Assistance Foundation (LEAF) will be holding information sessions virtually on a LEAF Google Meet. “Making Sense of College Financial Aid Offer Letters” will be offered on Feb. 24 at 6:30 p.m. An expert will walk participants through the terminology so they can see the bottom line of a four-year college cost. Then, on March 10 at 6:30 p.m., “Making Sense of College Loan Options” will include information about loan options available to students and their parent(s). Other ways to finance the gap between college costs and financial aid will be discussed. Reservations are required; capacity is limited. Register online at www.leaf-ohio.org or call LEAF at 440-525-7095. The sessions are free. Parents are encouraged to attend with their student.
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to participate fees and school field trip costs. Families must complete an application and provide verification of their income. For more information, or to request an application, contact Sara Shininger at 440-285-9141, ext. 1263. To make a donation to the Summer Camp and Enrichment Program, send a check payable to “Special Services of Geauga County” to Geauga County Job and Family Services, 12480 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024. enjoying her snow-covered surroundings. “Summer time is spent working on bonsai, tending my lotus pond and enjoying life’s menagerie,” Paschal said. She said she was thrilled when her sister sent her the flyer for the exhibit. “It just so happened for this last year, insects have been my main subject,” Paschal said. “As most painters, my subjects have evolved over the years into different genre. In this show, I have cicadas, walking sticks, honey bees, dragon flies and moths. I am a detail-oriented painter and find painting the repetition of hair on the insect’s body therapeutic, much like I did when I quilted years back.” Most of her work has been gifted to friends, but in this last year, she has sold a few dozen pieces and exhibited in a few local shows. “It is exciting to have my work in this lovely space,” she said. “I do not paint for others. It is therapeutic for me. When I get positive feedback, I am very surprised and humbled.” She added, “I highly recommend people find your passion and dive into it. Painting for me has been a great outlet for stress. It is an inexpensive hobby and has brought me much joy over my lifetime. I hope you, too, can find what brings you joy.” Visitors to the exhibit will be encouraged to vote for their favorite piece in each of four categories: Drawing/painting, photography and other media and youth. Those casting votes will be entered into a raffle to win one of a dozen insect houses donated by Nature’s Way Bird Products. Votes must be cast by April 15 and People’s Choice winners will be announced April 20 on the park district website, www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
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Geauga Park District For more information, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org. No registration required unless otherwise noted. Check the website before coming out in case of changes or cancellations.
Outdoor Adventure Camps
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Registration opens March 20 for Geauga Park District’s Adventure Day Camp experience in 2021, with weeklong options that will help to keep campers entering grades five through 10. Kayaking, hiking, geocaching, biking, fishing, building and launching model rockets and exploring stream life are some of the anticipated outdoor adventures, depending on which week campers are enrolled. For those sessions held earlier in the season, camp activities will take place at The West Woods’ Affelder House and surrounding natural areas for campers entering grades 5 through 7 the weeks of June 7, June 21 and 28, and the week of June 14 for campers entering grades 8 through 10. Later in the season, campers will be dropped off at a different park each morning: The West Woods on Mondays, Claridon Woodlands on Tuesdays, Observatory Park
on Wednesdays, Bass Lake Preserve on Thursdays and Big Creek Park on Fridays, the weeks of July 12 and 26 and Aug. 2 for campers in grades 5-7 and the week of July 19 for campers entering grades 8-10. Additionally, X-Treme Days for campers entering grades 8-10 will take place June 30 (X-Treme Kayak Adventure at LaDue Reservoir), July 14 (X-Treme High Ropes Course Adventure at Claridon Woodlands) and July 28 (X-Treme Biking Adventure at Claridon Woodlands).
Journaling The Great Outdoors
Nature lovers will learn basic journaling techniques and how to record their nature observations by attending the monthly Nature Journaling series held Mondays through Geauga Park District. On Feb. 22, participants will focus on the maple sugaring process and on March 29, focus on the world of waterfowl. Both are partially outdoors and have two sessions each day: either 9:30 a.m. to noon or 1:30-4 p.m. Registration is required by phone. A onetime fee covers the purchase of a journal, pen and pencil for use during the lessons and beyond.
Fitness Report
Knee Pain? Physical Therapy Best Option to Avoid Surgery By Dr. Adam Cramer, DPT The knee is one of the most used joints in the body that can easily take the repetitive stress of day to day use. When the knee is pushed beyond it’s limits or turned in a direction it isn’t meant to it can cause pain and injury. When this happens, physical therapy is the best first option for treatment.
What can be done about knee pain?
For many, the first step following a knee injury is to consult with a surgeon even though they prefer not to have surgery. Yet these professionals specialty is surgery and they have never made anyone walk again themselves. So if you’re having difficulty with walking because of pain then consult a specialist who focuses on improving walking and reducing pain themselves such as a physical therapist who should be the first point of contact. By consulting with a independent physical therapist there is no conflict of interest like in orthopedic surgical groups and hospital systems. Independent physical therapists focus only on cost-effective low risk physical therapy treatment and not high cost high risk surgical procedures. No referral is needed for physical therapy in the state of Ohio and your medial insurance will cover the cost of treatment. MRIs and x-rays are not needed to diagnose knee injuries especially when we all have abnormalities within our joints and imaging can produce false positives resulting in unnecessary surgeries. Steroid injections and other injections offered by orthopedic surgeons have demonstrated ineffectiveness with not properly addressing the functional limitations (lack of motion and strength) that an individual with knee pain has. Based on evidence steroid injections can actually deteriorate tendons, promote cartilage loss and
create bone fractures under the cartilage in your joint.
Physical therapy for knee pain
All of these invasive procedures mentioned above do absolutely nothing to correct the underlying problem in the first place, it’s just treating the symptoms. The underlying problem with most joint pain is lack of motion and strength. It’s quite simple, if you work at improving how well you move, you will move better, plain and simple. Cartilage in joints is like a sponge, when it is used it will soak up all the nutrients around it while getting rid of waste products in the joint that can degenerate cartilage further. Movement is the key. By focusing on the structures that make us move, such as muscles, you will undoubtedly move better with less symptoms. When the knee is stressed through exercise it promotes strength of it, blood flow increases, oxygenation and ultimately healing. Physical therapy treatment for knee pain will include hands-on treatment to promote blood-flow, healing and range of motion. Dry needling will help reduce pain while promoting healing and muscle contraction. Therapeutic exercise will promote strengthening and stabilization of the knee joint to reduce excessive shearing/rotational forces that can lead to further damage of the joint. You will have a thorough understanding of how to maintain and treat your symptoms independently. By seeing a Doctor of Physical Therapy first with you will reach your goals fast avoiding surgery all together. Dr. Adam M Cramer, PT, DPT is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and the founder of MyoFit Clinics in Ashtabula, Chardon & Middlefield, Ohio. Call 440-286-1007 www.MyoFitClinic.com
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NOTICE OF 2020 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS COMPLETION CHESTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES GEAUGA COUNTY, OHIO Notice is hereby given that the Annual Financial Reports for the Chester Township Board of Trustees Geauga County for the year ended December 31, 2020 have been completed and filed with the Auditor of the State of Ohio. The reports are available for public inspection at Chester Town Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, Ohio 44026 between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. A copy of the reports can be provided upon request. Please contact the Fiscal Officer Patricia Jarrett by email at pjarrett@chestertwp.org or by phone at 440-477-5117.
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Patricia Jarrett, Fiscal Officer Chester Township Board of Trustees
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Help Wanted Driver education instructors wanted. Great way to earn extra income. Call Suburban Driving School for more information. 216-536-6708.
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.
MISCELLANEOUS May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved, and preserved throughout out the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.
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SERVICES John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
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