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SPECIAL BRIDAL SECTION INSIDE
Leadership Geauga Class 2013 members, (l-r) Laura Marsic, Maureen Kline, John Kolar, Tish Kilfoyle, Bert Diehl and Matt Detweiler climb aboard the ambulance at Munson Fire Department.
r. Brent Gardner a teacher at Berkshire Elementary School challenged his eng-
lish/language arts students to do something other than waste away their Christmas holidays. He sug-gested they “Read for Relief.” Taking this challenge seriously, the stu-dents from grades three through six earned $3,400 by enlisting sponsors and reading thousands of pages. Themoney was donated to the American Red Cross and designated for Hurricane Sandy relief. These stu-dents shared some of their thoughts about this experience.
Matthew P. said, “I got really ex-cited once it started. It was fun to help people. I like to read, so it was
Berkshire Students “Read for Relief”
By Maureen Kline
eadership Geauga’s “Integrating Health, Safety and Prevention” day was a real learning experience as well
as a familiar friend. I have been involved professionally in most aspects of the day throughout my medical sales career. The day started with our first stop in my town, at the Munson Fire Department. Chief Mark S. Lynn and his amazing staff toured us through the proper use of a fire extinguisher, had us trained on the proper protocol PSS and had us put out a mock fire. We then learned from his staff that firefighting is a personal calling; these professionals are driven to take rigorous training and testing. They are paramedics in addition to being firefighters. Munson supports these courageous men through our generous support by passing levies. The levies pay for all the equipment and vehicles. They are equipped with state of the art “jaws of life” for rescue from car accident to the advanced technology invasive bone drill that enables them to start an IV and can be administered when they cannot start an IV due to poor veins. These are equipped on the EMS first responder vehicles.
Our next stop was jaw dropping, at the Department of Emergency Services, led by Dale Wedge. I never knew these command centers existed beyond the movies. We practiced a mock emergency, Perry Nuclear disaster and how the DES responds. There are approximently 16 computer stations, each responsible for its own intervention
and communication during a disaster. There is a boardroom linked in where all the county and state representatives are given posts and computers/phone for communication and commands to the various stations that intervene during a disaster. It is truly amazing how they collectively come together to inform the public, their fellow police, fire, utilities and government to integrate and deploy the disaster relief efforts.
Then it was off to my home away from home, UH Geauga Medical Center. This hospital is where I work at selling my
Leadership “Health and Safety Day”
products to the incredible care providers, clinicians and physicians. Lou Ann Marx met us at the emergency room. Our classmate Mike Dutton had a mock heart attack during our visit at the DES. He was met and treated by the Munson Fire Department who transported him to the ED department at the UH Geauga campus.
Lou Ann greeted the class and led us into the ED where Mike was being treated for his Mock Heart attack. We met a renowned cardiovascular surgeon who explained medical interventions and the
Berkshire Kids “Read for Relief”
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H & R Block ......................................................15Honest Scales .................................................12Ian Suzelis, D.O...............................................09Italian Garden ................................................21Journey Health Care & Chiropractic.......09Kent State University Geauga Campus .17Kleve Insurance Agency .............................09Kurtz Salvage .................................................11Lake Health .....................................................05Lakeside Sand & Gravel ..............................16Max Herr Well Drilling .................................21MC Studio/Preschool smARTS .................21Merryfield Electric, Inc ................................10Middlefield Clinic ..........................................05Middlefield Market .....................................03Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op .......16Mullet’s Harness ............................................11Mullets Footwear and Country Cedar ...16Newbury Sandblasting & Painting .........17Pancake Town USA .......................................03Parkman Chamber of Commerce ...........21Pine Valley Bolts & Industrial Supplies ..18Preston Superstore ......................................16Quest for Health ...........................back cover
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In This Issue ...A Look Back in Time ................................... 03Middlefield Village Updates ..................... 04 Reading Room ............................................. 11Out ‘N’ About ......................................... 12-13Pathways to Faith ....................................... 15
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Special Health Section
Berkshire Kids “Read for Relief”
easy to help people. $3,400 dollars will make a big impact.” “I like to read, so I thought it was fun. I also thought it was challenging because I kept
pushing myself to read further so I could earn more money. A lot of kids read for it and a lot of people pledged and showed they cared.” said Morgan S.
Hannah K. said, “I love the fact that such little things can make such big differences. I think “Reading for Relief” was a great idea. Just the fact that elementary students in Ohio can help families on the east coast recover is impressive. No one would guess that reading could change people’s lives. I’m so glad that I could participate!”
“I really like how everyone did this, donating money that they could spend on some-thing, and giving it to the Red Cross for victims of Hurricane Sandy,” said Kaitlin M. Nice job, Berkshire students, $3,400 will help a lot of hurting families.
(photo on cover) The students holding the check were the highest money earners, Na-than Maglott, Alex Bates, Evan McDermott and Elijah Ray. Third grade: Kelsea Adams, Hayden Semler, Ian Martin, Elijah Ray, Georgia Lillibridge, Skylar Frieling and Jude Connors. Fourth grade: Alexis Byler, Evan McDermott and Sam Starr. Fifth grade: Alex Bates, Erica Emig, Mat-thew Politzer, Anne Reed, Nathen Reznor, Madison Romask and Morgan Scott. Sixth grade: Stephen Chase, Emily Dingman, Lauren Evans, Hannah Keough, Nathan Maglott, Stormy Mc-Clellan, Sam McClintock, Kaitlyn McFadden, Katrina Ostrander, Shannon Valerio and Dominic Zagara.
It’s Pancake Time!March 3, 10, 17, 24: Parkman Pancakes and Sausage Breakfasts9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $7.50 Adults, $3 ages 6 through 12. Ages 5 and under free. Parkman Community House on State Route 422.
Feb. 24 and every Sunday in March:Century Village Museum Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sundays through April: Burton American Legion Pancake Breakfasts 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All you can eat plain and blueberry pancakes with Geauga County maple syrup, sausage, scrambled eggs , home fries, coffee and orange juice. Adults
$8, children 10 and under $5, children under 6 free. Sundays in 2013. Feb. 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17 and 24, April 7 and special Saturday April 13. Burton American Legion Post 459 American Legion Hall, 14052 Goodwin Ave. in Burton.
Every Sunday in March Except Easter: Burton-Middlefield Rotary Pancake Breakfasts 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $8 Adults, $5 children 4 to10, $3 to add an omelet to your breakfast. For information e-mail [email protected] or visit www.bur tonmiddlef ieldrotar y.com. Berkshire High School, 14510 N. Cheshire St., Burton.
This is a photo of Middlefield’s first and only movie theater. It was located where Linda’s Restaurant and Sparrow Christian Bookshop are now located. Notice, on the marquee, the theater was advertising a “Bank Night”. Bank Night was a form of lottery used to promote the film industry. It started in the1930s, when the Great Depression made some consumers reluctant to spend money on frivolities like movies. On Bank Night, people could go to the theater and put their names in for a lottery of prizes. Technically, no purchase was necessary, but many people did buy movie tickets, especially since Bank Night events often took place during intermission. As names were pulled, people had to hustle up to the stage in a certain amount of time to claim their prizes or risk forfeiting them. Prizes ranged from consumer goods to cash. This photo was probably taken in 1952.
This is the south side of East High Street when it was known as Elm Street. Shown are the main businesses of the 1930s and 1940s. The first three stores were grocery stores competing side by side. The first store was an I. G. A. grocery store, next was an Atlantic and Pacific grocery store, also know as an A & P store and next is a Kroger grocery store. The town was sure different back then. We had on-street parking right in front of every store. Judging by the looks of some of the cars, I would guess this photo was taken sometime in the late 1930s.
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Village Of Middlefield UpdateBy Mayor Ben Garlich
As reported in my last article, the foundation has been laid and 2013 will be an exciting year of activity. All committees have been working on major initiatives and events. The P & Z (Planning and Zoning) committee at their last meeting reviewed and approved three new requests for expansion in the Village. Middlefield Village Council just passed and is forwarding a petition for annexation to the county commissioners for incorporation of a strip center and additional land for industrial development. This is the first Village expansion in many years and was made possible by Middlefield Township, Cardinal School District and Middlefield Village working in a spirit of cooperation to make this a reality. I appreciate the support of all.
The EDC (Economic Development Committee) is working on additional ways to market this Village and these initiatives will continue to set us apart. The current areas of focus are regional storm water control, enhancing the entrances to our Village and additional plans for outside promotion.
All council committees have taken the auditors recommendations and are implementing those that have merit. The Village service crew has been extremely busy handling the elements and doing an outstanding job. The police are working with local school leaders and organizations improving the security of all Cardinal schools. They have laid out a footprint for improvement and are implementing that plan.
The Middlefield Fire Department has reviewed and updated the Emergency Recovery Plan for Middlefield Village and identified areas that need to be addressed. We will be working together to ensure that all are prepared.
The M.A.C (Middlefield Activity Committee) committee is planning events for the year. The first will be the Memorial Day tribute and I know they are working on building a patriotic float. They will be encouraging children to decorate bikes and join in the parade. The second annual Shred Day will be June 7 and open to all Village businesses and residents. Last year, they shredded 10,000 lbs. of paper and filled the truck to maximum capacity. This year’s Middlefield Summer Fest is being planned in collaberation with the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce to create a 1-day enjoyable event that will include parade, food, attractions and conclude with fireworks in the downtown area.
The Village administrative staff has been closing the books for 2012 and monitoring budgets for 2013. I thank each employee, committee member and elected official for their dedication and energy to maintain and move this Village forward.
The Village has installed a new electronic sign in front of Village Hall. I feel this will be a valuable communication tool and will keep residents apprised of meetings and events. I encourage you to visit our Web site www.middlefieldohio.com to view meeting schedules, minutes, upcoming events, photos and signup for the Village e-newsletter. I also encourage you to shop local as the amenities we all desire only remain when they receive sufficient support.
Middlefield Recreation ProgramsRecreational Indoor Soccer Grades Pre-K through second - Fee: $20VR/$30NR (Village resident, non-resident) Register by Feb. 22. Open format program in which kids improve their soccer foot skills through skill development drills playing in an indoor soccer game. Focus will be on having fun, developing and improving skills, and increasing confidence. Thursdays, March 7 to April 11 (Five sessions, no session on March 28) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Location TBA. Instructors are parent volunteers.Adult Men’s Basketball Open Gym Ages 18 and up. Play friendly, pick-up basketball in a supervised gym. Tuesdays 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Cardinal Middle School, 16175 Almeda Drive in Middlefield. March 5 to April 30. No sessions March 12 and 26. $3 per open gym.Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Ages 18 and up. $45 per person. Must register a team of four or more by March 1. Money is due at registration. Standard volleyball rules and rally scoring will be used. Games are self-officiated. Four to six teams. March 18 to April 29. Eight regular season games and a modified Round Robin Tournament. Game times: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15. All games are double-headers. Cardinal Middle School. Team packets will be available for pick up March 15.
Cardinal School Safety Meeting On Thursday, Jan. 24, a public school safety meeting was held in the Cardinal Middle
School Cafetorium. During this meeting Cardinal superintendent, Mr. Paul Yocum provided information as to the safety/security measures in place in the Cardinal Schools. Middlefield Police Chief Arnold Stanko outlined additional measures. For more information go to http://middlefieldohio.com/village-photo-galleries.
(l-r) Dr. Jim Millet, Cardinal Middle School principal; Brandon Gray, Middlefield Police officer; Mr. Ron Wiech, Middlefield Council member; Mr. Carl Hornung, Middlefield Council member; Mr. Bill Blue, Middlefield Council member; Ben Reed, Middlefield senior firefighter/ trustee; Middlefield Fire Chief Bill Reed; Middlefield Police Chief Arnold Stanko; Mr. Paul Yocum, Cardinal School superintendent; Mr. Jim Baker, Huntsburg Township trustee; Mrs. Alanna Hruska, Jordak Elementary principal; Mr. James Howard, Cardinal High School principal and Sheriff Dan McClelland holding Midge, Geauga County Sheriff’s Department.
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technology they have to save lives. Munson fire department has technology that can transmit a patient’s EKG for diagnosis on their way to the ED. UH Geauga built a new interventional cath lab and can treat and administer care upon arrival into the ED based on the incoming patients EKG. They demonstrated a live catheterization that saved a patient’s life based on his incoming EKG. Technology saves lives right here in Geauga County! We met Steve Jones, COO, during a delicious lunch and he explained all the renovations and improvements that we have minutes from our homes. We no longer need to make the big trek downtown to receive state-of-the-art cancer treatment. They have built a cancer-care center and are in the process of expanding their services for Geauga and surrounding residents. It is a one-of-a-kind medical care center right in our own backyard!
Maureen Kline, a Leadership Geauga 2013 class member, is a medical sales representative with Arizant Healthcare.
A Healthy, Safe Afternoon
By Lori Gorrell
It was an action-packed afternoon for the Leadership Geauga Class of 2013! Keeping with the theme of Health and Safety, we arrived at the Safety Center to see a transport bus from Homeland Security and this put the class in detective mode. Once inside, we found out that the Geauga County Safety Center houses immigrants that are being held until they are sent back to their home country. It turns out that this is a nice revenue stream for the county. Between renting space in the jail to Homeland Security and Cuyahoga County, the real estate foreclosure operations, and the safety/emergency calls, this Merritt Road location is a busy place.
Back on the bus, Judge Terri Stupica shared facts with the class about opiate use in Geauga County and said that we can’t ignore what is happening because it really is
here and it is affecting our youth at increasing rates. When the bus stopped, we were at The Burton Volunteer Fire Department for a hands-on experience. Two groups were formed. The first group got an up-close and personal tour of the fire and emergency vehicles, but the other was put to task and suited up in full gear, including a 60-pound oxygen tank. The suited class members were then given a brief yet helpful lesson and blindfolded. They were told to use what they had just learned, find the cadet in the mock burning house and pull him to safety in three minutes. Have you ever noticed that firehouses have workout rooms? It’s no wonder because these men and women have to have a tremendous amount of strength and skill to do their job. They also require a great deal of business sense when it comes to fundraising and grant writing as this particular fire department is owned by members, not funded by tax dollars.
The final stop on the journey was the YMCA at the intersection of Mayfield and Bass Lake Roads. Part of the class was whisked away to a quiet room for a chair yoga class, which is not as easy as it may sound. It was nice to unwind, relax the kinks from being suited up in fire-gear. Then we were up and back in the game as we toured the phenomenal YMCA facility that has so much to offer right here in our backyard. The energy was high at the ‘Y’ on this late Friday afternoon with many in the workout room keeping their new year resolutions, kids coming in for their basketball game and a youth swimming team going strong in the pool. It really is a place that has something for everyone.
I pass these places frequently and have never taken the time to become acquainted with what they do to serve our community. After a Leadership Geauga day I’m always excited to share with others the details of what goes into making Geauga County tick.
Lori L. Gorrell, ACC is a Certified Professional Coach and a Licensed Academy Trainer (Academy for Coaching Excellence). Call her at True Colors Coaching and Consulting 440-391-4771 or visit www.truecolorscc.com.
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Middlefield Senior Center EventsFeb. 13: Geauga Parks 11 a.m. Co-existing with Coyotes program.Feb. 13: Health Talk with Ron at noon. Ron from Quest for Health will speak.Feb. 22: Quilt Show 2013 at 10 a.m. Bus to Lake Farmparks annual Quilt Show. View quilts and have lunch at J & J Café. $5 plus cost of lunch. RSVP by Feb. 12.Feb. 25: Monthly Breakfast 9 a.m. Strawberries and cream French toast, scrambled eggs and more. $3 per person, paid that day. RSVP by Feb. 18.Feb. 26: Spa Day 10 a.m. Manicures, pedicures and toenail clippings at a reduced senior price. Call for appointment and current price list.Feb. 27: Ceramics 9 a.m. Call for this month’s project and cost. No experience necessary and all supplies provided.Feb. 27: UH Geauga Medical Center’s Community Outreach will present Heart Health and Stroke Risk Assessments. 11 a.m. Call for 15-minute individual assessments. Weekly Programming:Pinochle: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 to 11:30 a.m. Open to anyone who wants to play. Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Dr., Middlefield (440) 632-0611Breakfast and Chair Volleyball Friday, Feb. 8 at Chagrin Falls Center 9a.m. $3 for breakfast.Chair Volleyball: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1 p.m. Tuesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. Chair Exercises: Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. Arthritis-based exercises open to anyone.Bingo: Wednesday, 1 p.m. Guest callers and special prizes throughout the month.Beginner Classes: Chair Volleyball: Tuesday, 1 p.m. Pinochle: everyday 10 a.m.Note: Middlefield Senior Center will be closed Feb. 18 for Presidents’ Day.
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Attention Tax Paying SeniorsTax assistance will be available to seniors
sixty years of age and older at the Geauga County Department on Aging’s Multi-Purpose Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive. The Department on Aging offers this service by appointment from Feb. 4 through April 10. Tax assistance will be completed by a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) trained and certified person using the electronic e-filing method.
Volunteers will need two forms of
identification from each taxpayer who is receiving tax assistance; one must be a photo identification (passport, U.S. drivers license, state identification card, military identification card, etc.). The second can be an original or a copy of your social security card, ITIN card or letter, if applicable. Also bring your 2011 tax return for comparison.
To schedule an appointment for tax assistance, call 440-279-2130, 440-564-7131 extension 2130, or 440-834-1856 extension 2130, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Few nutritionists discuss food combinations. Food combinations are not the same as food combining. Food combining is a general strategy for eating categories of food.
One example of food combining is do not eat sweets or fruits in the same meal with meat. Meat requires 2 hours in a high acid environment (stomach) to digest. Fruits move through the stomach within 20 minutes. Mixing sweets with meats can cause one of two possible problems. First, everything moves through in 20 minutes, and second, the intestines can’t handle incompletely digested meat resulting in digestive distress.
Everything digests in 2 hours. The intestines do not ‘appreciate’ over digested putrefied fruit resulting in digestive distress.
Food combinations are altogether different and unique to each person. There are good food combinations and bad food combinations. I offer my personal example.
I can consume rice, oranges, buckwheat, apples and coffee; individually, none of these foods provoke bad reactions within my body. I can’t eat marshmallows because within 2 hours of eating half a bag, my ankles swell up and the skin hangs over the sides of my shoes. I have no pain or discomfort and I would not know of the swelling except by looking at my ankles when I remove my shoes.
However, if I consume marshmallow nutty flax squares like Rice Crispy treats, I can eat an equivalent one bag of marshmallows with no ankle swelling. This is a good food combination in that it is possible to eat a
problem food in combination with another food and experience no reaction. Another term for this is a good synergy combination of food that is otherwise bad for me.
For bad food combinations, simultaneously consuming two foods that normally pose no problem, a bad reaction occurs. If I eat rice and oranges within 2 hours of each other, I will bloat, become groggy, have foul gas, etc. If I have rice with coffee I develop severe hypoglycemia within 1 hour. If I eat buckwheat or rhubarb (both in the buckwheat family) with apples or strawberries (both in the rose family), I develop diarrhea and fatigue within 30 minutes. Strawberry-rhubarb pie or buckwheat pancakes with applesauce are not good for me. Another term for this is a bad synergy combination of food that is otherwise good for me.
Agree with it or not, food is a chemical. Food chemicals are nature’s products as opposed to chemical additives or pharmaceutical chemicals. Chemicals are chemicals, regardless of manufacturer. In your body, chemical combinations may be good or bad and are unique to each person’s body chemistry. No two people share the same chemical combination reaction. This is the problem with nutritional regimens like Weight Watchers, Bible, South Beach, Paleo, Vegan, Atkins, etc. as well as prescription drugs and processed food from the grocery. None of them considers the uniqueness of every person. This is why one drug works well for some people and reacts badly for others.
Food (chemical) combination reactions are impossible to test. You have to know your body. Your health requires your participation. You cannot expect someone else to solve chronic health deficits. Health care providers should listen to you as much as you should listen to your body. Health is a cooperative effort.
Dr. David Fakadej, DC, LMT, is the proprietor at Journey Health Care & Chiropractic, 17652 Munn Road, Auburn Township. Call him at 440-543-2771, or e-mail [email protected].
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University Hospital’s Geauga Medical Center has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical Services, as a provisional adult Level III trauma center that can ensure around-the-clock assessment, resuscitation, emergency operations and stabilization for adult patients with severe injuries.
“UH Geauga Medical Center can now accept adult patients who would have previously traveled great distances for trauma care expertise,” said M. Steven Jones, President, UH Geauga Medical Center.
Emergency Department physicians, trauma surgeons and nursing staff have all received advanced trauma care training, and area emergency medical services teams are educated in delivering specialized pre-hospital trauma care.
The committee on trauma of the American College of Surgeons completed a consultation visit to UH Geauga Medical Center in late 2012 and the hospital is now taking steps to fulfill recommendations to achieve final verification status.
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Susan West, of Middlefield, will be the Ace Hardware manager. The store is fully staffed with employees from the Middlefield and Burton area.
Rich Fishburn, Ace operations manager for this area, says all plans are going smoothly. He adds, “I personally hired this staff and am really pleased with their strong work ethic. Middlefield resident and new Ace employee, Martie Williams boasts 40 years of hardware experience and says, “I think its great that Middlefield has a Hardware store again.”
ACE is a full line hardware store offering plenty of close-to-the-door parking. Craftsman tools make ACE your first choice for tools. Custom color matching with Benjamin Moore and ACE Royal paint plus Clark & Kensington, a paint and primer-in-one product will be offered.
Joe Byler, previous owner of Joe’s Saw Shop, will manage the Ace Hardware service department. Mr. Byler has over 15 years of experience with sharpening and small engine repair. The store will offer a large selection of outdoor power equipment including a full line of Efco home and professional power equipment.
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cutting. Fax and notary services are also available. A full line of bird feeders and bird food will be available along with carpet machine rental. www.ACEhardware.com allows customers to special order offerings of over 65,000 items for pickup at their local Middlefield ACE with no shipping charges.
Seasonal offerings for spring will include lawn and garden supplies and chemicals, tools, ACE and Scott’s fertilizers, landscape bagged goods such as mulches, peat moss, topsoil, sand and compost. Craftsman lawnmowers, gas and electric line trimmers and blowers from Craftsman, Homelite, Poulan and more will also be available.
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February at Burton Public LibraryThe Annual Friends chess tournaments take place every Saturday in February at the
Burton Public Library. Saturday, Feb. 16 for high school students and Saturday, Feb. 23 for adults. Tournaments are free of charge and pre-registration is required. Call the library at 440-834-4466 for more information and to register.
Booksale, Saturday, Feb. 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Book Cellar. In addition to books, you will find magazines, movies, puzzles, sheet music and lots more. All proceeds benefit library programs.
Free kids movie on Presidents Day. The Library will be open regular hours of 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Presidents’ Day, Feb. 18. Drop in for a matinee showing of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days” at 1 p.m. Bring a pillow or blanket to sit on and your own snacks and drinks. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. No registration required.
Genealogy writer and lecturer Sunny Morton will visit on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 11 a.m. to speak about the process of capturing and recording our personal and family histories. Her book, “My Life and Times: A Guided Journal for Collecting Your Stories” will be available for purchase. Register at the circulation desk or by calling the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. The Burton Public Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. on Burton Square (44021).
Spring SaleThe Annual Spring Book Sale sponsored
by the Geauga West Friends of the Library will run March 13 to March 16. The Friends are accepting donations of new or gently used children and adult books, audio books, DVDs, music, puzzles and games for adults and children, collectibles, coffee table books, comic books and prints. No textbooks or encyclopedias, please. Donations can be dropped off at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road in Chesterland, next to West Geauga High School any time during regular library hours. A receipt for your donation is available at the circulation desk, 440-729-4250.
Middlefield Library ProgramsThere are programs for everyone at the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St. Call the
library at 440-632-1961 to register.I Spy a Secret Agent, Grades K to 5, Feb. 15, 4 to 5 p.m. Bring your sleuthing skills for
some detective-themed stories and games.Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss! Grades K to 5, March 1, 4 to 5 p.m. Celebrate the birthday
of this beloved author with stories, games and fun.Teen Coffee House, Grades 6 to 12, March 13, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Share your creativity at
the open mic, and hang out with your friends.Do you have Cuyahoga County roots? April 3, 7 p.m. Many Geauga County residents
have Cuyahoga County roots. Learn about the main repositories and Web sites for Cuyahoga County records. Library laptops will be used. Bring information you have on your Cuyahoga County ancestor.
Road Scholar, April 10, 7 to 8 p.m. Over 6,500 educational adventures throughout the U.S. and 150 countries are organized through the Road Scholar program each year. Jerry Polizzi, Road Scholar ambassador, will explain the program, places visited and how you can get involved.
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(top) Geri Watson of Watson’s 87 Furniture, dashed to grab her choice of the decadent desserts at Geauga Tourism’s annual membership meeting. (right) Tina Mooney auctioned the remaining of many delicious desserts.
(left) Tracy Jemison, Geauga County commissioner presented a concise, positive, fiscally sound State of the County report to the Geauga County Tourism membership. (bottom left) Nick Frank of the Frank Agency dashed to choose the first of many fine desserts. (bottom right) Eric Hart of the Buckeye Chocolate Company grabbed his favorite.
(above) Cardinal boys won the Cardinal Athletic Boosters’ sixth-grade basketball tournament held at the Cardinal Middle School during two weekends in January. On the first weekend, the Newbury girls won the girls’ third/fourth-grade tournament and the Champion boys won the boys’ third/fourth-grade tournament. Newbury girls won the girls‘ fifth/sixth-grade tournament.
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The Friends of the Burton Public Library held their K - 5 annual Chess Tournaments on Feb. 2 at the Burton Public Library. (winners on right, l-r) First place (no photo) Ian Haworth from Virginia, second place - Samuel Wade, home schooled and third place - Garrett Hastings, Burton Elementary.
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On Feb. 7, at the Middlefield Council meeting (top left) Mayor Ben Garlich swore in two new police officers, (top middle and bottom left) Justin Nevison and (bottom right) Erin Thomas. (top right) Chief Arnold Stanko
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She will be missed dearly by her friends and family; her husband Harry “Fuzzy” Button of 66 years; children, Garth (Gayla) Button of Hubbard, Merrie Lou (Jack) Pence of Beaver Creek, Marilyn (Harvey) Juarez of San Antonio, Texas, and Clifford “Kip” Button of Girard; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter; brothers, Lou and Frank Bodnar and sisters, Helen Szucs and Margaret Bodnar.
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Samuel A. Mullett, age 87, of Middlefield, entered eternal rest Feb.1, 2013 at his home. He was born Aug. 17, 1925 to the late Albert and Amanda (Gingerich) Mullett. He was a lifelong resident of the Middlefield area.
Samuel is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who received a Purple Heart during WWII. He was self-employed and enjoyed working in construction and excavation. He also loved fixing things, golfing, and spending time with his family.
Samuel will be missed by his children, Carrie (Bill) Reiter, Janet Troyer, Ken (Barb) Mullett, all of Middlefield, Glen (Diane) Mullett of San Antonio, Texas, Joan (Bob) Kovach of Cherry Valley, Gloria (Bob) Miller of Huntsburg, Sharon (Andy) Futty of Parkman, Curtis (Michele) Mullett of Chesterland; 22 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; former wife, Linda Buehner; siblings, Owen Mullett, Paul Mullett, Jimmy Mullett, Bette Fairbanks, Sara Cofer, Ada Larson; and many friends. He is preceded in death by his second wife, Marilyn Mullett; siblings, Calvin Mullett, Ann Judd, Bill Mullett, John Mullett, Ruthie Mullett and Albert Mullet.
Samuel’s final resting place is in Welton Cemetery in Burton. Online condolences may be sent and a tribute video seen at www.bestfunerals.com.
In MemoriamJohn H. Roberts Jr., age 83, of Chesterland, entered eternal rest Jan.16, 2013 at Briar Hill Health Care Residence in Middlefield. He was born Dec. 30, 1929 to the late John H. and Mary (Peck) Roberts.
John was the owner of Roberts Fruit Farm in Chesterland for most of his life. He was well known to many for providing custom cider pressing. He attended Pilgrim Mennonite Church in Middlefield and enjoyed driving around visiting his Amish friends.
John will be missed by his sister, Mary Alice Taylor; nephews, James and David; nieces, Joy Ann and Sandy and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lillian Roberts.
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Martin Karl Roach, “Marty” “Shatz” age 64 of Middlefield died Jan. 27, 2013 in Middlefield after a lengthy illness with his family by his side. He was born April 3, 1948 in Chardon at Corey Hospital to Martin Rodger Roach and Adelheid “Ardie” (Zammert). Marty was a lifelong resident of the area and was married to Diane Siarkowski. He was the owner/operator of M. Roach Enterprises and was awarded the One Million Mile Accident Free ring. Hobbies included woodworking and tractor pulling. Marty proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1970 serving two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW Post 9678 of Middlefield serving as Past Post Commander and Chaplain. He also was a member of the Buckeye Powers Association.
Survivors include his wife and companion Diane; children, Martin H. (Candice) Roach of W.Va, John (Pamela) Klomfas of Tenn., Christine Klomfas of Hiram and David (Cynthia) Klomfas of Middlefield; grandchildren, Savannah Carr, Brittany, Nicholas, Matthew, Alexandria and Benjamin Klomfas; brother, Rodger Wilheim (Rosemary) Roach of Middlefield and nieces and nephews, Rodger, Matthew, Brian and Krystal. He was proceeded in death by his parents.
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“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” This is a foundational, everyday directive from Christ to each of his followers in the gospels of Luke (9:23), Matthew (16:24) and Mark (8:34). While it should sound like a difficult path to take, because it indeed is, we must also ponder what this means for our lives in the coming year - in the now. For if we are not wrestling through what Christ is saying to us and how we can live it out, how do we call ourselves his followers?
The following is a journaling exercise about how these words from Christ relate to me and my context of Geauga County. I would encourage you take a few moments to do the same.
“To take up the cross daily is to truly put Christ’s sacrifice first and our brother or sister next. Within this framework, it seems essential to first live in thankfulness to Christ each day and give praise to Him knowing that He will give me the strength that I need to walk through each day as I follow in His path. Secondly, it’s to put brother or sister before me. This would definitively mean that my time is not my own. If I hear of a need, because of my focus on the passion of Christ, I should probably go - despite my own desire or my own agenda. It is walking with eyes open ready to see and hear those needs. One way to hear and see is by keeping a perspective of thankfulness for Christ and for the cross, as well as accepting His forgiveness. I’ve seen this play out when I think small - when I think of people that I’ve built relationships with. Such as looking out the window and viewing my elderly neighbor as she has much to tend to as a widow. Perhaps a way to see and hear needs is to simply be present to people, to take time to listen, be a friend. God knows I try too hard sometimes to perform some quick in-and-out rescue. But rescuing isn’t it. It’s time and friendship. Some friends come to mind and I need to make dates with them.”
May we think, pray, and live what this means in this brand-new year.
Bryan and his wife Laura have landed in Huntsburg after adventuring through university, bicycling across the United States and living in South America where they worked with a small missions group. They are members of Maple View Mennonite Church.
Feb 13: Ash WednesdayEarly Ashing 6 to 9 a.m. in Prayer Room, lower level, rear elevator entrance. Handicap accessible. Evening worship 7 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield, 440-632-0480.
Feb. 14, 15, 16: Open GiveawayFeed My People Inc., a 501(c)(3) outreach ministry of the community will host an open give-away of clothes, household items and toys for families in need, 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15, 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 16. Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, across from E-check. Tax deductible contributions can be mailed to Feed My People Inc., P.O. Box 82, Chardon, OH 44024.
Feb. 22: God Shares a Meal Free meal for everyone 4 to 6:30 pm. First United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608), one block south of Route 87 in Middlefield. Handicap accessible, 440-632-0480.
March 1: Live Christian Bands at Cardinal Middle SchoolDoors open 6:30 p.m., concert starts 7 p.m. Performances by Stellar Kart, Abandon and 7th Time Down. Tickets $10 in advance at Sparrow Christian Bookshop in Middlefield, $12 at door. Call 440-834-8601 for group tickets. Cardinal Middle School is located at 16175 Almeda Drive in Middlefield.
March 15 and 16: Women’s Retreat “A Focused Faith, Knowing Our Great God and Savior.” Friday 7 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cornerstone Bible Church Ministry Center, 15029 Enterprise Way, Middlefield (44062). Registration or information, 440- 834-1925 or visit www.CornerstoneNEO.com.
Kent State Experiential LearningKent State University has begun a new Experiential Learning Requirement (ELR) that
requires all incoming students to complete some type of outside-the-classroom experience prior to graduation. Experiential learning is a process where students engage in learning that combines coursework with practical experiences.
ELR has many benefits to students and to local businesses, non-profits and the community as a whole as students can give much needed support to organizations they’re working with and develop real-world skills that future employers are looking for. Students will demonstrate they have the drive, professional skills and academic insights to succeed after graduation. Kent State Geauga and Regional Academic Center students gain new perspectives and insights into the challenges faced by many organizations while they enhance their learning and develop the knowledge and skills to be positive citizens.
It’s clear; the benefits of experiential education encompass all University and community organizations who participate; students benefit from opportunities to share classroom knowledge and skills through meaningful service. The community also benefits from the innovative abilities of Kent State Geauga and Regional Academic Center students and, at the same time, the University benefits from increased visibility and awareness of the institution in supporting agencies that provide integral services to our community.
Call Kent Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road in Burton (44021), for information, 440-834-4187.
Preston Superstore Helps Autistic Children Reach for the S.T.A.R.S.
There is a saying, “Reach for the moon and you will land among the stars.” Thirty Geauga
County families with autistic children made this wish and found it to be true when their kids landed among the S.T.A.R.S: Specialized Teaching for Children with Autism and Resource Services. A program of the Chardon-based Geauga County Educational Service Center (GCESC), the S.T.A.R.S. program is indeed a dream come true for parents who often have few other options for their children with autism.
The S.T.A.R.S. program is available to Geauga County children in grades K through 12 with a medical diagnosis of Autism, but students from other counties are also eligible if there are openings available. The program has no charge to families and is funded through the special education program of each student’s public school district of residence. Each April, the group holds a fundraiser luncheon and Chinese auction. This year’s event is April 20, at the St. Denis Party Center in Chardon. In addition, the S.T.A.R.S. program receives in-kind donations, such as the iPads recently donated from the Preston Superstore car dealership in Burton. The iPads will help students communicate and practice academic and social skills.
Pat Preston, owner of the Superstore, regularly donates to educational programs in addition to S.T.A.R.S., such as Geauga ACHIEVE, a GCESC program which helps children with multiple disabilities. Mr. Preston’s donations have also helped St. Helen’s Church create a multi-use center for the arts and spiritual enrichment and helped the DDC Clinic for Special Needs Children in Middlefield expand the capacity of their research lab. He has also donated many thousands of dollars to Geauga County public schools, youth sports programs and more.
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Farewell to Cardinal SuperintendentBy Kim Breyley
Cardinal Schools will bid farewell to Mr. Paul Yocum, District superintendent at the end of February, this year.
Mr. Yocum is a resident of Champion, r e c e i v e d h i s undergraduate d e g r e e f r o m H i r a m , h i s masters from We s t m i n s t e r ’s a n d h i s superintendent’s l i c e n s e f r o m A s h l a n d . T h r o u g h o u t his career he h a s t a u g h t , coached, served as principal and human resource manager and for a stint, worked as a purchasing agent for a local lumbercompany.
D u r i n g h i s 7 - y e a r tenure with Cardinal, Paul Yocum led the district though some turbulent times. Signing on as superintendent in 2005, he faced tough decisions from the get-go, due to a reduction in the tangible property tax. He recalls, “I was advised not to place a levy on the ballot but we had to.” He was advised not to enter teacher negotiations but says, “We had to.”
The following year, the district faced an inevitable $800,000 deficit. After visiting Huntsburg and Parkman elementary schools
and witnessing the value these communities placed on these facilities, he made the hard decision to close them down and use the old middle school in Middlefield to house
the intermediate grades.
I n t h e following years, he had more tough cuts to make and said, “It is always hard to cut positions knowing that you are letting g o o d p e o p l e g o . C u t t i n g h i g h s c h o o l busing was also difficult.”
N o t a l l of the past 7 years has been u n f a v o r a b l e ; Yocum shares, “I have had opportunity to
work with great people. Cindy Sague is an excellent administrative assistant and I was honored to know and work with Dick Moss. Many valuable friendships in the area have developed as we have worked together to get levies passed and accomplished other projects.”
His accomplishments are many. He says, “I worked to bring the very best staff possible to this district and have allowed building administrators to make their own hiring and other important decisions, so that when I move on they are well able to continue.” He remarks, “You are only as good as the people you hire. We have worked to keep the books balanced, made the necessary cuts but still provide a respectable educational system. The Cardinal schools have many strengths such as hard-working committed staff and leaders. There is a closeness in this community; the dedication shown by families in support of extracurricular activities is exceptional and the music program is extraordinary.”
As for the future of the Cardinal School District, Yocum advises, “There are a lot of changes coming down in education. Parents need to be well informed by continuing to contact their board and listening to the media. The Cardinal Web site will hopefully remain a resource for this type of information.” It is http://www.cardinalschools.org.
Looking back, Mr. Yocum says, “I have enjoyed coming to work everyday mainly because of the people, their support and involvement.” His retirement plans include visiting family in Montana with his wife Jackie, golfing and carrying on a ministry in the local prison system.
A new superintendent has not yet been named. In the interim, Matt Galemmo, Geauga County superintendent, will direct the district and Dr. Jim Millet, principal of the Cardinal Middle School, will be the on-site contact.
Best wishes, Mr. Paul Yocum and thank you.
Chuckle :)Teacher: Why are you late?Student: Because, of the sign!Teacher: What sign?Student: The one that says, “School Ahead, Go Slow.”
Vote for your favorite snowman. Call or e-mail your vote to us by Feb. 22 at 440-632-0782, 440-834-8933 or [email protected]. One vote per person please. Creators of the three snowmen who get the most votes will win gift certificates valued at $35, $25 and $10 to be used with any advertiser of their choice from the March 6 issue of the Middlefield Post or Plain County. Prize winners will be announced in our March 6 issue.
First-graders from Jordak Elementary recently went to Briar Hill Health Care in Middlefield. First-graders read to the seniors who thoroughly enjoyed it!
East Geauga Kiwanis recently recognized outstanding third-graders from Jordak Elementary School. Each student was presented a certificate and four literature books. (l-r) Jared, Joshua, Jordan, Sally and Mrs. Hruska, principal.
Important Dates to Remember:
Feb. 14 MS Interims hand-carried homeFeb. 14 MS Dance – sponsored by Student Council (6-8 p.m. at MS)Feb. 15 No SchoolFeb. 16 MS PTSA Scotch Doubles at Sky Lanes, GarrettsvilleFeb. 18 No School – Presidents DayFeb. 20 Jordak/CIS Interims Hand-Carried HomeMarch 21 End of grading period – Early Dismissal: HS 12:30 p.m. MS at 12:45 p.m. Jordak/CIS at 1p.m.March 22 No School – Spring Break beginsApril 1 Classes resumeApril 6 Cardinal Athletic Boosters – Reverse Raffle
Cardinal Happenings .....Jordak CAB
ProgramSince the beginning of the school year, the first and second-grade students at Jordak Elementary School have read a total of 8,773 evenings through the CAB program! The CAB (Children and Books) program allows students to borrow a book at their reading level for the evening. The students enjoy reading a nightly book to a loved one at home. Happy reading!
CMS PTSA Sponsoring Scotch Doubles BowlingThe Cardinal Middle School PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) is sponsoring
Scotch Doubles bowling. The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013 from 9 p.m. to midnight at Sky Lanes in Garrettsville. Sky Lanes is located in Sky Plaza on Route 82, 1.5 miles east of Route 88. Cost is $35 per couple/twosome and includes three games of bowling, shoes, ball, pizza and pop. There will also be a 50/50 and basket raffles. Prizes and lots of fun! Please bring a snack to share. CMS students are asked to bring in items for the basket raffle.For tickets and more information, call Patty Fulop at 440-632-1541. Tickets for the Scotch Doubles evening of fun may also be purchased at the CMS office.
Cardinal Athletic Boosters 10th Annual Reverse Raffle Cardinal Athletic Boosters will be hosting their 10th Annual Reverse Raffle on Saturday,
April 6, 2013. New location this year will be at the Parkman Community House on Route 422, just east of Route 528. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 7 p.m. Cost is $50 a couple (includes one Main Board ticket and two dinners). The dinner for this year is pulled pork, mac & cheese, potatoes, beans, cole slaw, desserts, pop, water, coffee and beer. $1500 grand prize! Sideboards, 50/50, lottery board, door prizes, Chinese auction, silent auction, beer pyramid giveaway, booze basket giveaway, flat-screen TV drawing and much more! All proceeds go to the Cardinal Athletic Booster Scholarship Fund. This year the Boosters will present seven $1,000 scholarships at the Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony in May. For tickets or for more information, please contact one of the following: Tally, 440-632-5478; Diane, 440-632-5913; Karen, 440-537-0811. Donations gladly accepted. It is a great night of fun for a great cause. Hope to see you there!
at Vinny’s Pizza, 15620 W. High St. in Middlefield on Feb. 24 from noon - 6 p.m. Come and enjoy delicious food, games, raffles and more. Dine in or carry out. Vinny’s will donate a portion of the sales.
Thank you for your support for the Cardinal S.A.F.E. After-Prom.
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March 8: Scotch Doubles to fund the S.A.F.E After Prom $40 per couple at Ernst Bowling Lanes, 10651 Grant St. Chardon (44022). E-mail Rosanne for more information, [email protected].
March 10: Sap’s-A-Risin’!Sunday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Experience the art of making maple syrup from gathering sap to tasting the product. Includes a history tour, and entertainment in the lodge. Swine Creek Reservation, 16004 Hayes Road, (44062) www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.
March 12: Middlefield Chamber of Commerce MeetingAt noon, Mayor Ben Garlich will give the
State of The Village address at Middlefield Fire Department community room, upstairs. Please RSVP for this annual meeting to 440-632-5705. V i s i t w w w. m i d d l e f i e l d c c . c o m f o r opportunity to sign up early and reserve a table for Consumer Connection which will take place on May 8. Visit http://geaugaconsumerconnection.com/home.
March 15: Amish Vs Yankee Basketball5:30 p.m. at Cardinal High School, area fundraiser for those in need and Relay for Life.
March 16: Huntsburg Chili Cook-Off and Chinese Auction 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Jacquie at 440-636-5510 to enter or come and vote for the People’s Choice. Live band, cake walk, games, guest vendors, 50/50 raffle, afghan raffle. Huntsburg Gym at the intersection of Route 322 and Route 528 in Huntsburg. Call 440-636-5517 for information.
March 30: Pruning School Geauga County Ohio State University Extension and Sage’s Apples will hold a hands-on pruning school, “March In And Prune Out” at Sage’s Apples, 11355 Chardon Road (Route 6) in Chardon. Registration 8:30 a.m., class 9 a.m. to noon. Registration fee of $20 per couple includes refreshments, handouts, and a half peck of apples. The fee, payable to OSU Extension, can be mailed to OSU Extension, P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021 or payable at the door. Call the Geauga County Ohio State University Extension office at 440-834-4656.
July 13: Mantua’s Annual Art on the HillOn East Prospect Street. Over 70 artisans sell and display works of art amid live entertainment. This well attended event is locally and regionally advertised to draw crowds. An application can be downloaded at www.mantuashalersvillechamber.com or call Christine Pitsinger at 330-414-6486.
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Rider’s Express Awarded as Honor ClubThe Geauga County 4-H club, Rider’s Express, has been awarded Honor Club distinction
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