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Friday, June 4, 2021

City and Holden Join Forces for Arbor Day, Predict Future Foliage

By Magdalene Pesch news@kirtlandchronicle.com

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Bodmer Dedication Is June 19 A memorial/dedication ceremony in memory of longtime Kirtland resident John Charles Bodmer will take place at the pavilion across from the softball field at Kirtland City Park at 9 a.m. on June 19.

At that time, the pavilion will be dedicated in memory of John. All are welcome to celebrate John’s life with family and friends.

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Holden Forest and Garden Board of Directors member Paul LAND T R I K Abbey, Kirtland Mayor Kevin Potter and Service Director Joe Fornaro were on hand to lead Kirtland residents in planting a maple tree in front of city hall — hopefully the first of an arboreal succession, said the three.

Potter acknowledged his public from the lawn with smiles and waves as cars passed and honked hello.

He credited an enthusiastic resident turnout for a successful MAGDALENE PESCH/KMG On May 22, Kirtland Kiwanis, the American Legion Post 609, the Garden Club of Kirtland, Boy Scouts 3286, city city hall and veterans’ memorial leaders and other volunteers united for a spring veterans’ memorial and city hall cleanup and beautification. cleanup that occurred immediately before the tree planting. Potter about awareness. It’s about commu- Ohio,” Abbey said. “Cleveland used Holden Forest and Gardens,” Abthanked the Kiwanis Club of Kirt- nity, about coming together. This is to be called the ‘Forest City,’ as we bey said. “We put our forces toland, the American Legion, the going to be our first annual tree all know. Used to be canopy cover- gether, all in an effort to put more Garden Club of Kirtland and the planting. We hope to have many age there, 30 to 40 percent. Now trees out in the community. Holden Boy Scouts. they’re down to 17 percent. Going more of these.” created a new opportunity called “I got to meet Mr. Abbey a couAbbey explained his interest the wrong direction.”

‘People for Trees.’ They’re going to ple months ago via phone while he in trees and his history of working Abbey explained he and his was in Florida,” Potter said. “And with them and caring for them. wife, Connie, started a nonprofit or- plant 15,000 trees in the next four we talked about joining forces with “I’ve been concerned over the ganization called “Rooted in Trees” and a half years. This year, and each year, for the next five years, let’s Holden and some of his efforts that last several years about the loss to give away trees.

“We decided to merge with he’s going to talk about. This is all of canopy coverage in Northeast See Planting • Page 5

End of School Year Honors

Plant Sale Jule 19

The Garden Club of Kirtland plant sale will be held at Pumpkinville, 9337 Chillicothe Road, June 19 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

For more information, email gardenclubofkirtland@gmail.com

2021 Publication Schedule July 2 October 1 August 8 November 5 September 3 December 10

The Barn at Tall Oaks Holds Grand Opening

By Magdalene Pesch news@kirtlandchronicle.com

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Kirtland Schools Board of Education gave many honors at its May 26 meeting. Front, from left: Kirtland Elementary School health aide Cindy DiCarlo was recognized on her retirement; student Kim Kile was recognized for receiving the Raymond A. Horn Outstanding Achievement Award; psychologist Marina Ergun was recognized for seven years of service with the district; elementary teacher Emily McBrayer was recognized for a continuing contract; and Intervention Specialist Krista Eadeh was recognized for receiving the Franklin B. Walter Outstanding Educator Award. Pictured back, from left, are Kirtland Schools Treasurer Lew Galante and board of education members Tim Cosgrove, Jonathan Withrow, Shannon Green, Kathryn Talty and Matt Whittaker.

The Barn at Tall Oaks in Kirtland celebrated its grand opening May 9 by honoring mothers with a brunch and dinner.

“We had an overwhelming number of guests attend our first-ever public events,” said sales and marketing manager Arianna Richardella. “Between both events, we had almost 500 guests in attendance.”

The event complex at 9199 Chillicothe Road is owned by Tom and Paula Christopher, who divide their time between Kirtland and Sarasota, Fla. The Christophers also own the Kirtland Creamery.

Catering and staffing is done “in house” at The Barn at Tall Oaks, Richardella said.

“We have put together an ex-

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Alex Pesch, center, of Youngstown, watches as Tom Christopher, left, presents a rose to Pesch’s mother, Regency Woods resident Sue Pesch.

ceptional culinary team, led by our executive chef, George Dingus,” she said. “Our service staff is professionally trained in the industry in order to provide an unapparelled guest experience.”

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A Note from the Mayor Summer in Kirtland kicked off in exem- burgers, hot dogs, snacks and beverages will plary fashion with a terrific Memorial Day be provided as members of your Kirtland city parade and service. government will be manning the grills and Thanks to Kirtland Kiwanis, the Garden coolers. In addition to the June engagements Club of Kirtland, American Legion, Boy and keeping with our motto, City of Faith Scouts, as well as our city service depart- and Beauty, stay tuned for details regarding ment for all their hard work to get the Vet- Faith Night on July 21 and Beauty Night on erans Memorial looking top notch Aug. 18. These will also be held in in preparation for the day’s events. conjunction with two more of the liThe weather was beautiful and the brary’s summer concerts. Keep an Kirtland High School Marching eye out on the city’s Facebook page Band was dynamite as they compliand website for further details. mented the parade and ceremony June also brings the bid openwith the right balance of tradition ing for our city road program. and reverence. A special thanks City Engineer Doug Courtney and to Col. Michael Stull of the UnitService Director Joe Fornaro will ed States Army for his thoughtful be busy vetting bids, coordinating Mayor words as to the history and meanKevin Potter contracts and working with the seing of Memorial Day. It was truly a lected contractor to set the paving proud day for Kirtland. schedule. I again want to thank all those who As we all eagerly ease back into normal- have worked so diligently to make the 2021 cy, Kirtland stands to see a busy summer of road program possible. events and happenings.

The hard work in 2020 to control costs The Mayor’s Action Network is a collab- by department restructuring and outsourcing orative with our city’s churches, schools and dispatch to Willoughby make our 2021 road civic groups to expand volunteer opportuni- repairs possible. ties and events designed to lift community Along with the return of the Kirtland Kispirit. wanis Strawberry Festival (with the newly anOn June 12, the Mayor’s Action Network nounced date of Aug. 5-7), we are also excited will begin their monthly community project the senior center has recently re-opened. All day by cleaning up several yards of Kirtland new guidelines and schedules are posted on residents. Many hands make light work — if the center’s website at www.kirtlandcommuyou would like to volunteer to help, please nity.com. go to www.justserve.org and search for “KirtAs more details come forth regarding land Community Day.” All ages and experi- both the Strawberry Festival and the center ence levels are welcome. re-opening, we thank you for your patience.

We are excited to be partnering with the And thank you to those who have already Friends of the Kirtland Library as they once completed your city resident survey. For again host their Gazebo Concert Series. The those who have not yet completed it, you can first concert will welcome the Chardon Polka stop by city hall for a paper copy or fill it out Band on June 30 at 7 p.m. This event will also online (details available on our website at spotlight our city as we invite area businesses www.kirtlandohio.com). Your responses will to city hall’s front lawn to interact with the assist us in planning more community events community, showcasing their services and and to set a foundation for the future of Kirtwares. If you are a Kirtland business interest- land. ed in coming out on June 30, please contact Teresa by June 20 at 440-256-3332 ex. 5 or at Thank you, tszary@kirtlandohio.com. Starting at 6 p.m., Kevin Potter

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Cirino Updates City Council

By Magdalene Pesch news@kirtlandchronicle.com On May 18, Ohio State Sen. Jerry Cirino visited Kirtland City Council with a legislative update.

“I have a bill called Senate Bill 135, which is an education reform bill that is halfway through the hearing process right now,” said Cirino, also a Kirtland resident. “I’ve worked very closely with (Morris W. Beverage Jr.) over at Lakeland Community College on various aspects of this bill. It’s a very far-reaching educational reform bill that I’ve been working on actually before I was elected.”

He outlined the highlights of the bill.

“It has to do with changing some of the processes that we undergo (relating to) higher education, workforce development, coordination of community colleges with fouryear institutions, the ability of community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees, things that will, I believe, serve our community better, make education more easily accessible and affordable to all of our students,” he described. “That is going to be good for the Ohio economy, certainly. The bill has brought support on a bipartisan basis.”

Cirino reflected on his début as a state senator.

“I’ve been doing this for a little over four months now and it is a very different role than county commissioner, but I can tell you that my time as county commissioner and also my experience in the business sector has more than helped me, I think, with a very positive perspective in the things that we need to be doing in the legislature for our various communities.”

Cirino emphasized continued communication with constituent communities and constituent individuals is key.

“The hallmark of my office are the two legislative aides assigned to my office,” he said. “Their number-one priority is to make sure that we stay very close in touch with the communities that we serve. And so, that’s why I’m out at city council meetings, virtually

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or in-person, all around the district.”

Cirino described his own liaising.

“I was talking with large employers in the district, as well, to make sure we understand what’s happening in the business community, in the healthcare community,” he said. “Their responsibility is to respond to requests that come in from our constituents, whether it be private citizens or various city officials.”

In other business, Kirtland City Council voted to adopt a resolution declaring it necessary to renew the current 0.85-mill levy for community senior citizen and recreational facilities and programs.

The resolution will request the Lake County Auditor’s Office certify the total current tax valuation of the city and the dollar amount of revenue that would be generated by the levy renewal. Finance Director Mary Kovalchik said the levy renewal would generate about $150,000 per year.

“This vote will allow the county to certify this current millage,” Mayor Kevin Potter explained. “Before council next month will be the actual renewal to place it on the (November) ballot. Again, not a tax increase, just a renewal.”

Council member John Lesnick asked why he recommends the levy renewal versus a replacement levy for general operations.

“These funds are strictly dedicated to these areas (and) can’t be used for anything else; say, for instance, a police car, or radios, or whatever the case may be for the safety forces,” Lesnick said. “Why not — and I know the answer, but I want you to say it — why not just add this to the general fund so that it could be used as needed where it is needed?”

Potter replied, “In order to do a replacement levy for general operations, you would lose the ‘rollback.’ I think it’s around 10 percent for this levy. You’d lose around $15,000 on the rollback. Prior to 2013 or 2014, the state augmented or supplemented any community’s levies and so after that, if you renew a levy, that money keeps coming to that state at that 10 or 11 percent amount.”

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Dinner guests enjoyed a myriad of options on Mother’s Day, including roasted turkey breast with homemade mashed potatoes, country style apple stuffing and apple bacon gravy, homemade thick-cut meatloaf served with homemade mashed potatoes and beef gravy, grilled sweet butter salmon with seasoned rice pilaf, chicken soup, Caesar salad, garlic green beans, honey butter carrots, gourmet chocolate mousse with fresh raspberries and homemade cherry pie topped with creamy vanilla ice cream.

“We handcrafted our menu for both events to showcase our executive chef’s abilities, plus we wanted to make sure we had a little bit of everything that would meet the needs for anyone in attendance,” Richardella said. “Also, our desserts were paired with the delicious ice cream from the Kirtland Creamery.”

The family owned and operated facility sits on 14 wooded acres. Offerings include 13,000-plus square feet of guest space (10,000-plus square feet that is climate controlled and 3,000-plus square feet that offers heated covered porches); guest seating for 400-plus and a rustic-chic atmosphere with reclaimed wood, beams and trim throughout.

The event complex also has a “stateof-the-art kitchen with the ability to serve guests in 30 minutes or less,” according to its website, which mentioned beautiful land-

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On Mother’s Day, May 9, The Barn at Tall Oaks, 9199 Chillicothe Road in Kirtland, hosted a brunch and a dinner after the venue’s opening ribbon-cutting. Pictured, from left, are Paula Christopher, Melissa and Mike Rus of Rus Custom Construction, The Barn at Tall Oaks owner Tom Christopher, Donna Morgan Cirino and state Sen. Jerry Cirino.

scaping, fountains, lakes, gazebos, covered bridges, as well as window and glass doors configured for an “open air vibe” and a scenic bluff overlooking the Kirtland Valley as other notable aesthetics.

A total of four full-service bars (two main and two grand); old world construction using

mortise and tenon joinery — including expansive vaulted ceilings and a grand staircase — and on-site accommodations at the Carriage House Inn, featuring 13 private suites are among other offerings listed.

During The Barn at Tall Oaks’ grand opening, Tom started the dinner with a prayer and

a toast honoring all mothers.

Guests viewed slide shows of pictures of the mothers who were present, which families provided in advance.

Tom distributed roses to all the mothers in attendance, as well. Richardella said he gave out all 15 dozen roses that were purchased for the events.

“It was just astounding how many guests came out to support Tall Oaks and our grand opening,” Richardella said. “The overwhelming number of compliments received from those in attendance ranged from, ‘Wow, the details of this place are second to none; Tom and Paula have really thought of everything” to, “This was some of the best food I have ever had” or, the best of all, “This was such an amazing experience that I would be honored to be able to have my next event here.”

She added, “Also, just seeing all of our guests brought us so much joy to know that Tall Oaks brought all these families together, in a single place, on a single day, to show their appreciation for that special mom, or moms, in their life.”

Richardella said they plan to offer the event again next year.

“Absolutely. We are hoping to make it even bigger and better next year,” she said.

Those interested in having an event at The Barn at Tall Oaks can call 440-953-9559 or visit tall-oaks.com for more information.

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say, let’s get 15,000 trees out in the communities. That’s exciting because trees provide so much.”

He recalled Fornaro’s May 20 lesson to Kirtland third-graders.

“We were at the elementary school and you should have seen Joe in action with the kids. There were 72 third-graders and he had so much to say about the significance of trees. All of those kids were sharp,” Abbey said. “I can tell you that the third-graders here in Kirtland really know their trees. We talked about all of the advantages of trees and they nailed every one of them, so I was super-excited to be there. I think we have a great generation coming behind us.”

Potter added, “When Joe Fornaro came aboard here in Kirtland, he told me that he was a certified arborist. As Joe and I got to working together, I realized that there was more that we could do in the city in terms of education to our residents about trees and this is part of that kickoff effort.”

Fornaro then led everyone in the process of the tree planting.

“First things first, we’re going to do the proper planting of a tree,” he said. “I think a few of us are going to be surprised. So who thinks we just roll the tree in? This basket has to come off. Someone want to grab bolt cutters? This is interaction. Step on up.”

Thus encouraged, the Boy Scouts crowded in.

Abbey narrated via microphone as Fornaro, Potter, the Boy Scouts and city residents released binding on the roots.

Onlookers applauded when the branches were unbound.

“The idea of the placement of this tree is, we’re losing this (tree) right next to us.

So when that dies out, this (tree) is going to come up, have canopy right in front of

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On May 22, from left, Kirtland resident and Holden Forests and Gardens Board of Directors member Paul Abbey and Service Director Joe Fornaro led Kirtland in planting a maple tree on the city hall front lawn. At right is Mayor Kevin Potter.

us,” Fornaro said. “If you take a look this way, (this is) going to line from the city hall.

That’s the future plan.”

Abbey said it’s important to think ahead when planting trees.

“When you plant a tree, you’ve got to think 10, 15, 20, 30 years from now, what’s around, and what’s over it. You wouldn’t want to plant it two yards from the sidewalk,” he said.

Potter told the community to be ready for August.

“Holden Arboretum and Lake Metroparks are going to join us for a summer concert here to celebrate the parks and the beauty of Kirtland. We’re going to do a ‘City of Faith and Beauty’ Night,’” he said. “We can talk a little bit more about our natural landscapes out here that we all so enjoy.”

Learn more about People for Trees and holdenfg.org/news/holden-forests-gardenslaunches-people-for-trees/.

Kirtland Joins OhioCheckbook.gov Staff Report The City of Kirtland has joined OhioCheckbook.gov, a one-stop website for taxpayers hoping to learn more about spending at the state and local level of government, Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague announced in a May 19 news release.

“OhioCheckbook.gov provides a single, streamlined resource for Ohioans to access spending information about our state and local governments,” Sprague said. “We’re pleased to welcome the City of Kirtland to the Ohio Checkbook platform and we commend the city for giving residents a direct look at how their tax dollars are spent.”

Kirtland is the 17th public entity in Lake County to join OhioCheckbook.gov. The city’s online checkbook includes 8,400 individual transactions that represent more than $12.6 million in spending from January 2020 through March 2021.

“Transparency and accountability for the management and use of taxpayers’ dollars is a priority for the City of Kirtland,” city Finance Director Mary Kovalchik said. “The Ohio Checkbook will further enhance Kirtland’s ability to provide taxpayers with transparent accountability on a timelier platform.”

The city also joins the Village of Kirtland Hills and Kirtland Schools which already have uploaded their financial information on the website.

OhioCheckbook.gov was launched in June 2020, with the combination of OhioCheckbook.com, previously administered by the state treasurer’s office, and Ohio’s Interactive Budget, previously operated by the Office of Budget and Management.

Residents can learn more about the City of Kirtland, Village of Kirtland Hills and Kirtland Schools by visiting their respective pages on the Ohio Checkbook.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT The Kirtland Local School District intends to contract for design services in connection with capital improvements including a new science room, stadium project and additional work funded through the District’s Permanent Improvement levy and ESSER or other federal funding over the next five years.

Design Firms interested in being considered should contact Lew Galante (CFO) at lew.galante@kirtlandschools.org for the RFQ documents.

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Hornets Nest A School Year Success as Spring Hornets Come to Close

By Mason Cole sports@geaugamapleleaf.com

Baseball

The Kirtland Hornets baseball team finished its 2021 season with a 19-10 overall record and a first-place 12-0 record in the Chagrin Valley Conference.

On May 19, the Hornets defeated the Orrville Red Riders 14-4 to capture the Division III sectional title. But Kirtland’s season came to a close with a 3-0 loss to the Elyria Catholic Panthers in a Division III district semifinal game on May 24.

Reflecting on his team’s season, Hornets coach Luke Smrdel viewed the year as a success.

“I thought this year was very successful,” he said in an email. “We were able to go undefeated in conference, which was only the second time in school history that has happened, and we got back to districts again.

“Unfortunately, we had a tough route to get back to the regionals for the third year in a row, but these guys did a great job competing all season long. I am very proud of each and every one of them for the hard work they put in this year.”

Senior Mason Sullivan led the Hornets with 34 runs batted in and three home runs in 28 games played, while fellow senior Reece VanArnhem led the team with a .457 batting average in 29 games played.

Sullivan and fellow senior Andrew Spencer provided dominant pitching for Kirtland.

Sullivan posted a 2.80 earned run average with a 5-2 record. Spencer posted an 0.66 ERA with a 6-1 record for the Hornets.

Smrdel acknowledged the contributions of all of Kirtland’s seniors.

“Our seniors were tremendous all year long,” Smrdel said. “On and off the field, these guys worked hard and were great role models to our younger guys. We will be losing a lot of talented players this year, but we have a lot of talented players coming up, and the seniors definitely will have an impact on the future of our program because of the leadership that they provided this year.”

Smrdel noted that his seniors led statistically as well.

“If you look at the stats for this year, you will see a senior at the top of every category both offensively and defensively,” he said.

“Andrew Spencer had an incredible year on the hill for us; he finished conference play with a 0.00 ERA, which I have never seen before, and he also had solid numbers at the plate. Mason Sullivan had a good year on the mound and changed the outcome of games with one swing of his bat. Reese VanArnhem batted leadoff all year, and he was the spark plug of our offense, along with being our closer. Danny Davidson had a tremendous offensive year, and hit .740 in the conference this year, which is unheard of. We will obviously be losing a lot of talented players, and moving forward we have the talent to be a very good team next year again, but the younger guys will need to step up and get the job done obviously. I’m confident that the impact that our seniors had on them this year will make that happen.”

Softball

The Kirtland Hornets softball team finished its season with a 10-15 overall record and a 4-9 record in the Chagrin Valley Conference.

Coach Jamie Kamensky expected her

team to have an up-and-down season. The Hornets began their year returning only three players with varsity experience and no seniors. Because of their youth, Kirtland opened its season with four straight losses.

But the Hornets remained focused on improvement. They wanted to be playing their best softball at the end of the season.

In a Division III sectional semifinal on May 11, the Hornets beat the LeBrae Vikings 13-5. Kirtland continued to defeat the Waterloo Vikings 5-0 to claim the sectional championship, but ultimately lost to the South Range Raiders in the district semifinals.

The Hornets’ ability to shake off a rough start to their season to eventually win multiple postseason games is a testament to their hard work.

While batting, Kirtland was led by junior Gianna Cantini, who in 25 games had a .638 batting average to go along with seven home runs and 48 runs batted in.

Junior Gianna DiFranco also stepped up for the Hornets, putting up a .417 batting average as well as two home runs and seven RBI in 25 games.

The Hornets also saw great production from sophomore Madison Matijevic, who posted a .474 batting average with five home runs and 37 RBI. Cantini was the regular starting pitcher for Kirtland. Her earned run average was 4.90 and her record as a starting pitcher was 9-14.

The Hornets hope to use their bright moments from the 2021 season as building blocks for a strong future. If Kirtland can continue its upward trend in player development, its successes will continue.

Tennis

The Kirtland Hornets tennis program finished with a 7-7 record, third in the Chagrin Valley Conference. The team, led by varsity coach Bob Lasecki and junior varsity coach Brian Harvey, was comprised of 43 players, the most in school history.

Nisha Makkar played first singles for the Hornets, Aaron Schultz played second singles, Liz Aranavage played third singles, Alex Loncar and Anthony Mancini played first doubles, and T.J. Green, Mario Rodin and Bella Schultz made up third doubles.

The duo of Green and Rodin found much success this season. Green and Rodin won the second doubles Chagrin Valley Conference Championship and made it to the quarterfinals of the OHSAA sectional tournament.

To go along with the success of their varsity team, the Hornets also made strides with player development in 2021.

“We had a JV team for the first time in school history with many young players getting match experience,” Lasecki said in an email.

The junior varsity team, coached by Harvey, was a new experience for Kirtland. The program hopes that the added experience of a junior varsity team will be beneficial longterm.

Girls Track and Field

The Kirtland girls track and field team, coached by James Moran, saw many of its athletes have successful seasons.

In terms of Chagrin Valley Conference awards, Reilly Greenlee, Sophia DeMarco, Delaney Kuczkowski and Julie Namciu were See Sports • Page 7

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from page 6 all named to the conference second team in the 4x800 relay event. Maria Alfieri was named second-team in 100 hurdles. Marissa Carmosino and Elin Conner received honorable mentions as well.

Kirtland had a strong presence at the district track and field meet, where it saw 11 athletes compete in 22 different spots.

Reilly Greenlee qualified in the 4x800, 1600 and 3200 events at districts. Sophia DeMarco competed in the 4x800 and 4x400 events. Julie Namciu competed in the 4x800, 800, 400 and 4x400 events. Delaney Kuczkowski qualified in the 4x800 and 800 events. Alyssa Bryll competed in the 4x400 and 4x100 events. Payton VanArnhem competed in the 4x400 event. Marissa Carmosino competed in the 4x100 and long jump events. Maria Alfieri competed in the 100 hurdle and long jump events. Elin Conner and Maia Raguz both competed in the 4x100. And Megan Yarborough competed in the discus.

The Hornets also had five athletes compete in nine spots at the regional qualifiers.

Reilly Greenlee qualified in the 4x800, 1600 and 3200 events. Julie Namciu qualified in the 4x800 and 400 events. Delaney Kuczkowski qualified in the 4x800 and 800 events.

Sophia DeMarco also qualified for the 4x800 relay. And Maria Alfieri qualified in the 100 hurdles event.

At regionals, Greenlee placed 10th in the 1600 event, and Delaney placed 13th in the 800 event. Both runners placed higher than they were seeded.

Outside of meets, the Hornets Track and Field team garnered praise from its coaches as well. According to coach Moran, Julie Namciu and Reilly Greenlee were both named the team’s most valuable players. Elin Conner, Sophia DeMarco and Alyssa Bryll were each named the team’s unsung heroes. Payton VanArnhem and Leah LaVerde were each given utility woman of the year honors. And Ava Golem, Delaney Kuczkowski and Marissa Carmosino were named rookies of the year.

Boys Track and Field

The Kirtland boys track and field team put together a solid season, too.

Ian McGreal received honorable mention for all Chagrin Valley Conference in the 4x800, 800, 1600 and 4x400 events. His best

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1600 time was 4:55, and his best 800 time was 2:09.

Luke Gogolin also received honorable mention for all Chagrin Valley Conference in the high jump, long jump, 100 and 4x100 events. His best high jump was five feet 10 inches, his best long jump was 20 feet 10 inches, and his best 100 time was 11.9.

Ryan Ritossa was named all Chagrin Valley Conference in the pole vault event. His best vault was 11 feet six inches.

Alex Fellinger was also named all Chagrin Valley Conference for discus. His best throw was 126 feet ten inches. And he competed in the state regional meet, where he placed 16th in discus.

This year’s Hornets team included many seniors, including McGreal, Gogolin, Ritossa, Alex Fellinger, Andrew Beinhardt, Nathan Fellinger, Johnny Jackson, Blake Springer and Will Steigerwald.

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Summer Reading Program For Adults

Adults (age 18 and up) can read and be eligible to win prizes, too. Track your points in the READSquared app (available from the Google Playstore and the Apple app store).

Earn 200 points for each book you read.

Earn additional points by playing Book Bingo. For each row completed on your Bingo Card, earn 100 points.

Once you’ve earned 1,000 points, you have completed the program and are eligible to enter the prize raffle drawings.

Ask a librarian for book recommendations. The program began May 30 and runs through July 24, 2021.

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Summers Gone By

June 15 • 6:30 p.m.

Remember drive-in movies and summer camp as you travel back to your early summers in Lake County. Reminisce about the traditions that explain how and why we relax today.

This virtual program is presented by the Lake History Center and sponsored by the Friends of the Kirtland Public Library. Register via www.kirtland.lib.oh.us and get the link for the event.

Plant a Seed

June 17 • 2 p.m.

This outdoor program is for all ages! We’ll meet outside on the courtyard near the children’s side of the library to decorate some flowerpots and plant our own flower seeds!

Take good care of your plant over the summer and watch it bloom.

Earn 50 points for summer reading by attending this program.

Please register online for this event at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us.

Hidden History of Lake County

June 22 • 6:30 p.m.

Jennifer Boresz, author of “The Hidden History of Lake County, Ohio” will share some little-known history about people and places in Lake County.

This virtual program is sponsored by The Friends of The Kirtland Public Library.

Register via www.kirtland.lib.oh.us and get the link for the event.

Local Animal Safari

June 24 • 6:30 p.m.

Meet outside the library front doors for this all ages, outdoor, in-person program. We will take a walk around the library grounds to find a few different types of local animals and learn about each one from our own animal expert, Rachel. Did you know that gray foxes can climb trees?

We will finish with some great crafts.

Earn 50 points for summer reading by attending this program.

Register for this event at www.kirtland. lib.oh.us.

Yoga @ the Library

June 28 • 2 p.m.

Let’s stretch our minds and bodies by doing some yoga on the library lawn. This program will be led by a special friend of the library, Mr. Tyler. Learn some fun poses and stretches before doing a craft.

This program is for all ages and you will earn 50 extra points for summer reading by attending. Register for this event at www.kirtland.lib.oh.us.

Summer Concerts at the Gazebo

Bring a blanket or chair to the Kirtland Gazebo and enjoy an evening of music and fun.

• June 30 – The Chardon Polka Band • July 14 – The Debbie Gifford Quartet • July 21 – Plaid Sabbath • Aug. 18 – Bob Wick Duo These free concerts are sponsored by NOPEC, The Friends of the Kirtland Public Library and The City of Kirtland.

Tails and Tales

May 30-July 24 Read Books, attend events, have fun and earn prizes. Using the READSquared app (free in the App store or on Google Apps), log your minutes of reading this summer to earn points. Use those points in the app to try for some great prizes.

Each time you visit the library: • Vote on the hair color that both Miss Nikki and Ms. Pam will have at the ending Extravaganza on July 31.

• Check out books and drop the number of marbles into our marble maze equal to the number of books that you are checking out.

Earn 1,000 points and congratulations, you have completed summer reading.

All youth age 17 and under who complete Summer Reading will: • get to choose a book to keep, • get to attend our Walking Scavenger Hunt and Chalk Art Extravaganza on July 31.

All KES students who complete the Kirtland Public Library Summer Reading will get a surprise at school in the fall.

We will also have great programming in the summer. Earn 50 points for each program you attend, and each program has a pin to collect. Collect them all!

ONGOING PROGRAMS Outdoor Family Storytime

Tuesdays • 10 a.m.

We’re taking Storytime outdoors. Great stories, songs, rhymes and more on our courtyard. We will follow all state mandates and we will maintain distance. Feel free to bring a chair or blanket to sit on.

Tuesday Outdoor Lapsit

Tuesdays • 10:45 a.m.

In June, we are returning to the original day of the week for this storytime for families with children ages 2 and under. This short, very interactive program will include bounces, tickles, one book and end with shaker and scarf activities.

Feel free to bring a chair or a blanket to sit on.

While scarves and shakers will be provided and washed after each lapsit, feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with that.

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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 independent physical therapist of which should be the first point of contact for pain and especially knee pain.

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 injuries, especially knee pain 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

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Do Re Me and You Dance Party

June 18 • 11 a.m.

For families with children age 5 and under. Join us for an outdoor dance party on the lawn. Let loose, get moving, and be silly.

Register for this event at www.kirtland. lib.oh.us.

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 if the joint is not exercised. 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 independent Doctor of Physical Therapy first who is not affiliated with a hospital or surgeon 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 Chardon (440-286-1007), Middlefield (440-632-1007) & Ashtabula (440993-1004). Call now to schedule your appointment! MyoFitClinic.com

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Read to your young child and the library will cheer you on. Sign up at the Children’s desk to receive your bookbag and first reading log and check out great books to read with your young child. You can track the reading by using the app 1000 Books Before Kindergarten if you’d rather. Place a sticker on our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Flower Garden in the Picture Book Room each time you have read 100 books.

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