PreSort Std U.S. Postage PAID Middlefield, OH 44062 Permit No. 77 OR CURRENT RESIDENT Postal Customer Local / ECRWSS Middlefield Post P.O. Box 626 Middlefield, OH 44062 VOL. 8 NO. 9 Dec. 4, 2013 Plain Pages Pages 13-15 “Out ‘N’ About” Page 17 Middlefield Village Page 6 Inside This Issue ... Continued on page 8 Be Thrifty This Yuletide Tight Lies and Timberdoodles By Patrick Robinson t’s that time of year again. The day’s light is slowly fading and the changing colors have shown themselves. Every new morning is ushered in with a new chill in the air that rejuvenates the lungs with each breath. You look around and see the squirrels and chipmunks busily collecting what they can find for their winter caches. As you look skyward you notice the activity of birds is ever increasing. These are all signs of the cold season that is drawing nigh. And now, snow will be falling and the throws of winter will be upon us. But hold on, wait just a second! What about those fabulous days of fall? Fall, although almost past, has been a favorite time for many people and hunters are no exception. The beautiful colors, cooling temperatures and ever-shortening days drive even the most complacent homebodies to spend more time in the outdoors. I for one don’t need much driving. If the time is available, I am going to take advantage of it. In fact just the other day, I found some of that availability and decided to capitalize on it. With the looming busyness of steelhead season just a week away, it was now or never. For several weeks, I had been dreaming of the subtle whistle of By Nancy Huth o you need holiday stuff? Want bargains? Want to exchange your Christmas decorations for someone else’s? Most importantly, do you want to help those less fortunate? If so, then head to the Thrift Shop at the United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608) in Middlefield (44062). Although the Thrift Shop operates all year, Christmas is its busiest and most profitable time. Right after Thanksgiving volunteers come to clear out and price items in the Christmas storage closet, now bursting with Santas, angels, bells and poinsettias. The Christmas Bazaar will be held on the first three weekends in December on Fridays and Saturdays. On Dec. 6 and 7 it will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and on Dec 13,14, 20 and 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. The “Be Thriftee Shoppe,” as it was originally called, is an old institution; this is its 41st year. Esther Smallwood Schinagle and Maude Warne Lorson started it in 1972. It has been a source of revenue for many projects of the United Methodist Women, but also provides a valuable service to the community by enabling others to purchase good, usable clothing and household items at minimal cost. The shop also contributes items to families who have suffered a loss by fire or other tragedy. Three bulging rooms in the church basement are used for storing, sorting and selling donated items. The most sought after things are clothing and bed linens. Approximately 40 to 45 people make use of the Thrift Shop on Fridays and Saturdays during the year from 9 a.m. to noon. Your donations are accepted at this Continued on page 2 Woodcock wings and this day seemed as good as any to get out and hunt them. The previous few days of hard frosts and cooler temps to the north had me thinking that I might be able to get some flight birds. So, with the desire burning deep within and a dog that was going ballistic at the sign of hunter orange, I looked at my son and said, “What do you think about going after some Woodcock?” He had no clue what they were, but in contrast to staying home on his day off school, it seemed the better option. After all, isn’t every young boy up for adventure? I was very excited for the opportunity to see some new ground, so we loaded up the truck, kenneled the dog and we were off to visit a patch down the road from my house that I had never hunted. Upon arrival, we got the guns out, made sure we had all the necessities such as collars, leashes, cameras, and ammunition, and off we went. In all honesty, I didn’t expect to see a whole lot, as my past trips (more than I would like to count) were less than productive. In fact, in the last two years, for whatever reason, I went without a single flush on Woodcock. Needless to say, it was getting under my skin. It was affecting my confidence. Something had to change. After a short time afield, we came into what I would consider prime lies for Woodcock. My dog was working with all the excitement you would expect for the first outing of the year and was covering ground well. Within moments, I noticed she was getting birdy. With all of There lay a place in a distant wood, out there, somewhere, that many a soul won’t go. It’s a place too tight for the timid type, that challenges the spirit so. 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“Out ‘N’ About” Page 17
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Inside This Issue ...
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Be Thrifty This Yuletide
Tight Lies and TimberdoodlesBy Patrick Robinson
t’s that time of year again. The day’s light is slowly fading and the changing
colors have shown themselves. Every new morning is ushered in with a new chill in the air that rejuvenates the lungs with each breath. You look around and see the squirrels and chipmunks busily collecting what they can find for their winter caches. As you look skyward you notice the activity of birds is ever increasing. These are all signs of the cold season that is drawing nigh. And now, snow will be falling and the throws of winter will be upon us. But hold on, wait just a second! What about those fabulous days of fall?
Fall, although almost past, has been a favorite time for many people and hunters are no exception. The beautiful colors, cooling temperatures and ever-shortening days drive even the most complacent homebodies to spend more time in the outdoors. I for one don’t need much driving. If the time is available, I am going to take advantage of it. In fact just the other day, I found some of that availability and decided to capitalize on it. With the looming busyness of steelhead season just a week away, it was now or never.
For several weeks, I had been dreaming of the subtle whistle of
By Nancy Huth
o you need holiday stuff? Want bargains? Want to exchange your Christmas decorations for someone
else’s? Most importantly, do you want to help those less fortunate? If so, then head to the Thrift Shop at the United Methodist Church, 14999 S. State Ave. (Route 608) in Middlefield (44062). Although the Thrift Shop operates all year, Christmas is its busiest and most profitable time. Right after Thanksgiving volunteers come to clear out and price items in the Christmas storage closet, now bursting with Santas, angels, bells and poinsettias. The Christmas Bazaar will be held on the first three weekends in December on Fridays and Saturdays. On Dec. 6 and 7 it will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and on Dec 13,14, 20 and 21 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The “Be Thriftee Shoppe,” as it was originally called, is an old institution;
this is its 41st year. Esther Smallwood Schinagle and Maude Warne Lorson started it in 1972. It has been a source of revenue for many projects of the United Methodist Women, but also provides a valuable service to the community by enabling others to purchase good, usable clothing and household items at minimal cost. The shop also contributes items to families who have suffered a loss by fire or other tragedy. Three bulging rooms in the church basement are used for storing, sorting and selling donated items. The most sought after things are clothing and bed linens. Approximately 40 to 45 people make use of the Thrift Shop on Fridays and Saturdays during the year from 9 a.m. to noon. Your donations are accepted at this
Continued on page 2
Woodcock wings and this day seemed as good as any to get out and hunt them. The previous few days of hard frosts and cooler temps to the north had me thinking that I might be able to get some flight birds. So, with the desire burning deep within and a dog that was going ballistic at the sign of hunter orange, I looked at my son and said, “What do you think about going after
some Woodcock?” He had no clue what they were, but in contrast to staying home on his day off school, it seemed the better option. After all, isn’t every young boy up for adventure?
I was very excited for the opportunity to see some new ground, so we loaded up the truck, kenneled the dog and we were off to visit a patch down the road from my house that I had never hunted. Upon arrival, we got the guns out, made sure we had all the necessities such as collars, leashes, cameras, and ammunition, and off we went. In all honesty, I didn’t expect to see a whole lot, as my past trips (more than I would like to count) were less than productive. In fact, in the last two years, for whatever reason, I went without a single flush on Woodcock. Needless to say, it was getting under my skin. It was affecting my
confidence. Something had to change.After a short time afield, we came
into what I would consider prime lies for Woodcock. My dog was working with all the excitement you would expect for the first outing of the year and was covering ground well. Within moments, I noticed she was getting birdy. With all of
There lay a place in a distant wood, out there, somewhere,that many a soul won’t go.
It’s a place too tight for the timid type,that challenges the spirit so.
But in the midst of such cover, there is a place like no other,where the woodcock will always be found.
And on those days, when life’s pressures are delayed,my feet will be found on such ground.
~ By Patrick “Flybum” Robinson
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Santa’s elves at the Thrift Shop of the United Methodist Church are (l-r) Ed Pollari and Naomi Pollari (seated)Shirley Siracki. Post Photo/Nancy Huth
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In This Issue ...A Look Back in Time ................................... 03Middlefield Village Update ....................... 06From The Fire House .................................. 07Behind the Badge ...................................... 07
Out ‘N’ About ............................................... 17Community Calendar ................................. 23Pathways to Faith ....................................... 24In Memoriam ............................................... 25Classifieds ..............................................30, 31
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Ace Hardware................................................20Amish Home Craft .......................................19Aunties Antique Mall ..................................04B K Salvage .....................................................09Bargain Bin .....................................................15Becky Peterson, Massage .........................29Best Funeral Home ......................................25Birth Right ......................................................12Burton Automotive .....................................04C. A. Miller Custom Woodworking ........06C&B Recycling ...............................................03Choice Child Care ........................................28Country Arts & Jewelry ..............................05Coffee Creek Weld Shop ............................13Cold Nose Companions.............................08Complements For Hair...............................19Country Bird ..................................................19Countryside Bicycling ................................19Countryside Furniture ................................04Crosscut Country Store .............................14 Crossroads Country Café ..........................09D&L Flooring .................................................18D&S Farm & Garden Supply .....................29Daniel J. Byler, Jr. ..........................................14Darci’s Dog Grooming ...............................30David RS Saw Shop .....................................15Dutch Country Restaurant .......................22
Ecowater Servicesoft ..................................26El Hombre Barber Shop .............................12El Patron ..........................................................21End of Commons .........................................21Erbs Variety ....................................................14First Quality Power Place ..........................18Fisher Flooring ..............................................13Frank Agency, Inc (The) .............................26Free Siamese Cat ..........................................06Frey’s Paint .....................................................13Geauga Credit Union .................................08Geauga Farm Quality Meats ....................03Geauga Park District ...................................22Geauga Pawn ................................................24Geauga Vision ...............................................29Grandma’s Garden.......................................18Grandview ...............................................05, 06 Great Day Child Care ..................................10Hershberger Housewares .........................15Hill Hardware ................................................24Holly’s Hearing .............................................27Honest Scales ................................................17Ian Suzelis, D.O..............................................26JD’s Post House ............................................18John’s Photography ..................................10JJourney Health Care & Chiropractic......26Julia’s Taxi Service ........................................14
Kent State University - Geauga ...............12 Kleve Insurance Agency ............................26Kurtz Salvage ................................................24Lakeside Sand & Gravel .............................08M & W Coleman ............................................13Maple Lane Furniture .................................15Mary Yoder’s Amish Kitchen ....................23Max Herr Well Drilling ................................09Merryfield Electric, Inc ...............................23Middlefield Bank ..........................................03Middlefield Cheese .....................................24Middlefield Clinic .........................................28Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op ......06Miracle Ear ......................................................29Mullet’s Harness ...........................................15Mullets .............................................................25Nauvoo Family Bakery ...............................20Newbury Printing & More.........................18Newbury Sandblasting & Painting ........22Orwell Window & Door ..............................13Parkman Chamber of Commerce ..........23Pine Valley Bolts ...........................................20Pleasant Valley Woodworking.................08Quest for Health ...........................................32River Valley Coleman ..................................14Russell Funeral Services ............................24Scheids ............................................................24
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Plain Country SchedulePlain Country will be in the next issue of the Middlefield Post because and it will now
be coming out in every other issue. The Middlefield Post will be published every other week instead of every three weeks and Plain Country will be in every other issue. The next time you will see Plain Country will be in the Dec. 18 issue. In January we will print a full schedule of when you can look forward to seeing Plain Country in the Middlefield Post.
Be Thrifty This Yuletidetime, but also on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. The happy faces who greet you on these drop-off days are Nancy Demick, Chris Glassburner, Peggy Warne and Shirley Siracki. Sorting is a tedious job, but volunteers Christopher Coggins, Richard Straw and Jackie Williams are faithful, tireless helpers willing to jump in wherever they are needed. You can help by donating only serviceable, usable items.
Some projects that the Thrift shop funded over the past few years are the Heifer Project, which gives livestock to families to help end hunger and poverty; Pleasant Hill County Home; Chardon missionary, Janet Lahr Lewis in Jerusalem; Hannah’s Home, a maternity home for young women; Santa’s Hideaway Hollow; Hurricane Sandy victims and the Junior Choir of the UM Church.
Regular volunteers on Thrift Shop sale days are Ed and Naomi Pollari, Pam Kesling, Dorothy and Wayne Reed, Pat Pilarczyk, Alice Frye, Noca Kumher, Gilberta Town, Ann and Forrest Klingman, Beverly and Roy Walker, Marty Huffman and Harriet Smock. They work in very close quarters because the Thrift Shop is really bursting at the seams. Contact Shirley Siracki at 440-632-1904 if you wish to help. Volunteers are needed, especially younger, more nimble hands. This Christmas, help yourself by helping others.
The Mu-Mac theater was located on South State Avenue in the building now occupied by Sparrow Christian Bookshop. It was constructed in the early 1940s and operated for about 20 years, closing in the early 1960s. Two Middlefield businessmen, Ken Mumaw and his father-in-law G. W. McIlroy built the theater, and used the first syllable of their last names to name it. This picture was probably taken in the middle 1950s before the refreshment and frozen custard stand was added on. The refreshment stand later became today’s Linda’s Restaurant. The theater was also used as a meeting place for St. Lucy’s Catholic Church until their present building was built.
Here is an inside view of the Mu-Mac. Many a summer Saturday morning was spent here due to the kindness of local Middlefield businesses. You would visit the store sometime during the week and get a special card stamped with the participating merchant’s name. Then on Saturday morning, you would take your stamped card to the theater and it was good for free admission to a cartoon or kids movie show. At the end of summer, there would be a drawing for a free girls and boys bike. In later years, the theater hosted a local radio show “Middlefield On Parade” that was emceed by two local residents, Garland Shetler and Glen Rynearson.
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A growing source of online fraud piggybacks off the well- known discount Web site called Overstock.com. Counting on online shoppers to seek bargains, scammers create Web sites that offer great deals on popular high ticket items and use various business names that play off the “overstock” theme.
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Proposition story. It is over 30 years old, but the principles still apply. It is about a company making extruded and formed metal channel, used in the construction trades.
What• CompetitorsMade• CompetitorsSold• TheyMade
They sold the “finished product” for many times more than the sum of the
component parts. They found a unique, highly differentiated product definition and defined market niche with a commodity product – you can do that too!
Tom Peters is a noted author with best selling books on business excellence. Here is what he had to say on his blog about entrepreneurship:
“Too many people risk their life savings on a
not-very-original idea. No, I don’t mean that you have to start a Google, but I do mean that you must be clear, very very clear, about how your new Italian restaurant or real estate agency will be “dramatically different” from the current offerings in your locale-market. Far too many folks “bet the farm” on, in effect, a “me too” proposition—too sad.”
Don’t think of just your current deliverable, whether it is a good or a service. In everything you do, tell customers and prospects how you will solve a problem they have and what value you will be creating for them.
Define your business around a Unique Selling Proposition
No matter what you do, to create a competitive advantage, do what you promised to do, when you promised to do it. Nothing will set you apart faster and more completely than to …
Deliver Your Promises!Are the ideas in these articles the only
road to a successful business? Of course not.
To an extent, luck can play a part. But here is what I do know. If you follow the concepts being expressed for your business, diligently and continually, … the chance for success for your business will be many times greater than if you just “wing it”. And, … if you are counting on luck, remember these words from Stephen Leacock, similar to words first spoken by Thomas Jefferson: “I am a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more of it I have.”
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Proverbs 9:10
Next time we will focus on pricing for your product or service.
For the most part, competitors sold the shapes by the foot through distributors to construction trades, on a price basis.
They simply sold what they made!When the competitors’ products are
just alike, buyers have more control over price. While the referenced company did sell a portion of their production through wholesale distributors for the construction trades …
Look what else they sold!
They sold decorative structures (made from the exact same product) for atriums, malls and other open spaces.
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Friday Nov. 29 was the first annual Christmas Tree Lighting. If you missed the event, you missed a great time. The Cardinaires sang to set the mood
for the event, and the holiday season. The weather was chilly but beautiful. The crowd was great, in a festive mood and it was nice to see friends and neighbors. The hot chocolate was hot and the cookies were huge. This will be an annual event, and I hope you will plan to attend next year. We had a surprise visitor from the North Pole as Santa also attended, unannounced. The town is decorated from east to west and north to south and will remain lit through the Christmas season. All four corners of the downtown area look very festive; I love the look and hope you enjoy it as well. It required lots of work and the help of many, but well worth the effort for it improves the holiday environment in our Village. I again urge you to shop local this Christmas season and support the retailers that have invested in our Village to make it a better
village Update
Snacks With Santa On Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m.
to noon, the children of Middlefield are invited to attend “Snacks with Santa” at the community room above the Middlefield Fire Station, 14870 N. State Ave. Juice and donuts have been donated by Wal-Mart. There will be crafts and a lot of fun as everyone enjoys a visit from Santa! Merry Christmas to all!
Middlefield Home Decorating ContestThe Middlefield Recreation
Department is reminding all of the annual “Home for the Holidays” home decorating contest. The contest is open to all Village of Middlefield residents with no charge and no registration neccessary. Judging will take place Thursday, Dec.12. Winners will be announced Tuesday, Dec.17. Winners will be showcased on the Village Web site www.middlefieldohio.com and will receive prizes. For information, call MRD at 440-632-5248 or download a registration
form at www.middlefieldohio.com. The MRD is located at the Village of Middlefield Municipal Center,14860 N. State Ave.
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place to live.The weekend of Dec. 7 will again be a busy weekend in Middlefield with Fill-A-Cruiser (at Walmart and Save A Lot) and Snacks With Santa (at the Fire Station, 10 a.m.). This past Fill-A-Cruiser event exceeded any priors with far more donated food and money. Your generosity is amazing and appreciated by those who benefit. I encourage you to bring your children or grandchildren to Snacks With Santa, as I guarantee it will be a fun experience. This has been a very busy year and has gone by quickly. All elected officials and volunteers have been productive and have set their course for 2014. I expect continued improvement as we move forward in the next year. As this year comes to an end, I hope we all set aside time to spend with friends and family and are thankful for all the positive things we have in our lives. We are a fortunate society and it is our responsibility to maintain and improve our quality of life. I wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and look forward to 2014. Be involved, be informed, shop local and visit us at www.middlefieldohio.com.
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Middlefield Police of Chief Arnold Stanko would like to make everyone aware of seasonal scammers. This time of year, we all want to be generous and help those less fortunate, but be aware that there are thieves out there ready to take advantage of everyone’s generosity. The most likely place you’ll encounter them is when they rattle a collection box in front of you either as you do your shopping or at your front door. They may use all kinds of props to fool you, wearing seasonal costumes, dressed in familiar uniforms, wearing badges or carrying some other kind of bogus authorization. They may even use kids to convince you they’re genuine. If you don’t have time to check out how genuine the collector is, don’t give. If you want to help them, get the charity’s name and donate directly. Salvation Army and other collectors actually inside stores are a safer bet.
Watch out for telephone solicitations. You can’t know the caller is who they say they are, so don’t give them your credit card number. Always beware of people coming to the door. They may show you a charity catalog, take your money and never come back. Or they might be with others who will go in your back door and steal while you’re busy chatting at the front door.
Be aware of e-mail scams. By far the fastest-growing online holiday scam is the setting up of bogus charity Web sites or those offering fantastic bargain prices. The Web sites look professional, and even have testimonials from supposedly satisfied customers and logos suggesting top-line security. These sites are easy to set up and the number has mushroomed in the past year, hosted all over the world. Scammers will not only take your money for something they won’t send you or won’t reach a charity, they could also use your credit card
and personal details for identity theft. Don’t trust a site or name you don’t know -- check them out. Don’t fall for prices that are too good to be true -- they usually are. Look for contact information and do not respond to an e-mail, even from a known legitimate organization. Instead, go to their Web site or call their toll free number.
There are two big retail scams, depending on which side of the counter you’re standing. If you’re a shopper, beware of being short-changed, either intentionally or unintentionally. Both are easy to do in the frantic atmosphere at the cash register at this time of year. Have a fairly clear idea of the total cost before you go to the register and, if you can’t make the right money, know what size bill you’ll use and how much change to expect. Don’t move away from the register until you’ve checked your change and your receipt. If you’re a cashier, beware the flimflam where the scammer gives you a high-value bill then tries to change it for a smaller one and generally messes around until you lose track of what’s going on. If you feel yourself getting confused, stop and call a supervisor.
Crowds mean rich rewards for pickpockets. If they steal your wallet, they’ll have your money, your credit cards and personal information that could lead to identify theft. With a quick bump or a distraction from an accomplice, they can remove your wallet from your pocket or purse in seconds. Keep your wallet inside a closed purse or in a pocket with your hand on it. Leave non-essential identifying information and spare credit cards at home. Return frequently with gifts to your car and lock them out of sight in the trunk.
By slowing down, being aware and being smart, your money will stay or go only where you want it to, this holiday season.
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I want everyone safe out on the roads this winter, so here are some tips to keep your car in good order and you and your family secure. The Federal Emergency M a n a g e m e n t A g e n c y ( F E M A )
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my attention focused on her movement and mannerisms, that magical moment that every upland bird hunter waits for, happened. I heard the explosive sound of the launch and the subsequent whistle of wings as its speed increased. All at once, I was staring a fast flying little fatty right in the eyes as it flushed right to me. Wanting to have a bird to put in the bag after squeezing the trigger, I let him come and go. I continued to track with my swing, and squeezed off as he raced away. Connection was made and the bird went down. Moments later I was standing looking at the bird on the ground with my Shorthair looking proud right beside it. At that point, I could have gone home content, but...nah ... are you crazy? My 2-year streak of nothingness had just been broken. I was free!
Instead of heading for home, I took the time to go over to my son and show him this new bird that he had never seen. Of course, he was curious about the long beak and so the questions began. With the clock on our side, I took the time to give him a biology lesson on Woodcock, or Timberdoodle as they are often called. As soon as the lesson was done, it was back to the hunt. After all, this time of year, with these kind of conditions, could mean where there is one, there are more.
Just moments later as we worked back into the tremendously dense thickets not more than 30 yards away, it happened again. This time, however, I wasn’t so lucky on the flush as the bird went out and away while I was battling the thick brush around me. No big deal though. As with most Woodcock, they don’t go far and most often you can get a second flush if you watch closely to their flight. Sure enough, after covering a bit more ground,
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we flushed that bird again. I guess it wasn’t meant to be though. That bird was ready for us and didn’t let us get nearly as close this time before taking to wing and making a hasty getaway.
We carried on, overjoyed with the three flushes we had been blessed with, and there was still plenty of prime ground to cover, so that we did. We continued on and ended up with two more flushes, one of which I was able to make connection with. The last flush was one that caught me off guard. Had I been paying closer attention, the day could have been done with a limit in hand. However, it wasn’t meant to be and I was fine with that.
This day had been special for numerous reasons, but none as special as it being the first time I had taken my son on a true Woodcock hunt. For those of you who know what I mean, you understand the tenacity this young man had to demonstrate in order to keep up with his Dad. He did a fine job and will always remember the day of tight lies and Timberdoodles!
Get out when you can in the next week or so. The leaves are gone and soon we will be looking at the drab grays of winter. Oh, and don’t forget, take a youngster hunting or fishing with you anytime you can. After all, they are the future of our sports.
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#1 Dog in Geauga By Frank J. Gliha
I am pleased to announce, that 50 essays were submitted to help us find the #1 dog in Geauga County. Judging was difficult, but we were able to find the one essay that conveyed the loyalty and love we were looking for in the #1 Dog in Geauga County. The #1 Dog Tag for Geauga County was presented to Chagrin Falls Intermediate School, fifth-grader, Kailin Edwards and her dog Kora.
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Tis the Library SeasonBy Nick Fagan
Tis the season! December is filled with plenty of hustle, bustle, shopping, cleaning the house for company, traveling to far-off places, preparing delicious dinners and wrapping presents. But before you know it, January will be here and it will all be over. With all the busyness this month brings, it can be difficult to catch the holiday spirit. But the Middlefield Library is here to help you sit back, relax and enjoy the season.
Visit the Library on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. for “Holiday Music.” Gather around the fireplace for a piano performance by Chad Miller. Chad is a Cardinal High School senior and has played the piano since the second grade. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to the festive music.
Families will also want to mark their calendar for “Santa Stories” on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Listen to special stories featuring Santa Claus then create a craft to proudly display at home. Children of all ages will even have the opportunity to talk to jolly old St. Nick. Call the Middlefield Library at 440-632-1961 to register for this family program.
While visiting the library, take home a book to keep you in the holiday spirit. The library is stocked with numerous Christmas books for both children and adults. Then browse the nonfiction section for crafty or edible gift ideas. Stop by the Friends’ Book Sale Room for wonderful and affordable gift options for every book lover on your list. Next, grab a CD to fill your home with joyful and merry music. Finally, check out a favorite holiday film for a cold winter’s night. Savor this magical season with the Middlefield Library.
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It’s funny how the mail changes as we grow older. The very second the 50-year mark is reached, the AARP notice jumps out of the mailbox, the Golden Buckeye card is another reminder that we are now over the hill.
There are a list of insurance companies that want to sell life insurance. (now?? I ask
myself ) What about the companies that are selling cemetery plots and monuments made to order? Okay, I know these are legitimate businesses but my goodness, do they all have my address? Funeral homes must also have my phone number on speed dial as well as my address listed in their pocket calendars. Now I’m really getting worried.
Oh, I really don’t mind receiving these little messages but the other day a letter came addressed to me and that was the last straw. It was from the company that makes Depends. Now before anyone thinks I’m a snob, I would like to go on record and say that many people rely on this product and I’m glad there is help of this kind for those in need. That being said, I quickly tossed the letter into the basket.
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Cardinal High School’s AVID classes visited Cleveland State University Nov. 7. Their tour began with an introductory slide show presentation and was followed by a walking tour of campus. The AVID program is in its second year of implementation. It was started through a grant funded by Race To The Top funding. The State of Ohio received Race To The Top funding from the federal government. They, in turn, screened programs they felt were innovative and needed by schools in Ohio, which included AVID. The grant we received covered a 3-year timeframe. AVID is an acronym which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. It is an international program which teaches students critical skills that helps them become successful in college and/career.
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Each month, teachers nominate one student from each grade level to be “Student of the Month” based on several pieces of criteria. All nominations are then considered and
Students at Cardinal Middle School recently had a spirit week sponsored by CMS Student Council. Each day there was a theme. If the students planned to dress up, they paid a $1, which was donation to United Way. The money was collected by the class. The theme for this day was Future Careers. Students pictured were dressed in the outfit that represented the career that they chose.
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are taken to a vote. Students of the Month show outstanding academic performance or great improvement in their academic performance, their participation in class enhances the learning environment, they display signs of leadership and citizenship, are involved in extracurricular activities and/or community service, and they exhibit exemplary behavior both in and out of school. As a reward for their outstanding performance at Cardinal High School, students of the month are treated to a luncheon at Pizza Hut where they celebrate earning such a high honor and at the end of the school year they will receive a certificate of recognition at the annual awards ceremony.
Joey Roach, a member of the student council, worked the blood drive as a supporter for his friend Eric McCaslin as he donates blood.
Kevin Collier and James Byler, each donated one pint of blood which can save up to 6 lives; one pint saves three lives.
Students are able to receive a snack and juice after they donate blood to refresh their bodies.
Dr. Scott Hunt, superintendent came by for a surprise visit to donate blood. Here he is pictured with the husky mascot and his supporter(or coordinator of the drive) Amie King.
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Student Council Makes a DifferenceBy Amie King
Being a member of the student council at Cardinal High School encompasses the desire to help your community and the people in our school. Last year, Cardinal received a new advisor of the council, Jean Jerina, computer teacher. Although she is heavily involved in various other things, Mrs. Jerina finds time to lead our council in the right direction. One of the new policies she started this year in the council is a service project required for membership to the council. The service project entails that each member of student council be required to be a part of at least one, ranging from food drives to contracting outside of the school, such as working with the American Red Cross. The American Red Cross works closely with our student council to promote the two blood drives we have each year in the gymnasium. Currently, our blood drives are closed to the public and only available to students. Because of this, the student council has to work with the school to get students on board with donating, allowing students not involved in student council to do something to make a difference. The student council is able to reach out to the students and give them information provided to us from the American Red Cross such as each donation of one-pint can save up to three lives. On Nov. 22, a blood drive was held in which we had 75 student donors sign up with a projected 57 successful student donations. With nearly 5 million patients in the United States in need of blood every year, I am happy to know my student body can make a difference in the world. By asking our students to donate, we are impacting their lives and also the lives they are saving.
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We had a wonderful “comfy” day at Burton Elementary wearing our PJs to support our troops. Roots ‘n’ Shoots organized a Pajama Day to support the Adopt-A-Platoon organization, and it was a huge success! Under the leadership of MaryJo Maxwell and Tanya Klingman, Roots ‘n’ Shoots was able to raise $1,200 to prepare care packages to be sent overseas to our men and women in the military.
Thank you to Terri and Tim Berman for inviting us to be a part of supporting Adopt-A-Platoon. Their goal was to raise $1,500 and Burton Elementary was able to help them reach their goal. We are so proud of our kids and community. Thank you for your support.
Kiwanis Recognizes Burton StudentsThe East Geauga Kiwanis Club recently gave recognition to third graders from Burton
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Geauga has been home to Amish people for just about as long as there was a place called Geauga. Like all, except the Native peoples (called “Indians” by the settlers), the Amish people came from another place to settle here. (Come to think of it, the “Native people” came from another place also, but much longer ago, over a prehistoric land-bridge from (some say) the land we now call Korea. But that is a story for a different day.)
So, who were these people called Amish and where did they come from?
Well, they are an old religious sect, direct descendants of the Anabaptists of 16th-century Europe. The Anabaptist Christians challenged the reforms of Martin Luther and others during the Protestant Reformation, rejecting infant baptism in favor of baptism as believing adults. Among other things, they also taught separation of church and state, passivism and keeping themselves apart from the world. A Dutch Anabaptist leader Menno Simons (1496-1561) led a large group of Anabaptists to
Switzerland to escape religious persecution. They became known as Mennonites, or sometimes, as Swiss Mennonites.
During the late 1600s, a group of devout individuals led by Jacob (sometimes spelled Jakob) Ammann broke away from the Swiss Mennonites, primarily over the lack of strict enforcement of Meidung, or shunning, the excommunication of disobedient or negligent members. They also differed over other matters such as foot washing and the lack of rigid regulation of clothing style. This group became known as the Amish.
So how (and why) did they get to America? As persecution of the Amish grew in Europe, William Penn’s “Holy Experiment” drew their attention. In the early 1600s, when Penn, a Quaker, founded Pennsylvania, he promoted religious freedom in that colony. Pennsylvania became a refuge for both Native Americans and people of various religious denominations who were being persecuted elsewhere. In 1683, 13 German-Mennonite families arrived in Pennsylvania seeking religious freedom. They found Germantown 6 miles north of Philadelphia. About 50 years later, the Charming Nancy set sail for North America from the Netherlands carrying 21 Amish families who also were seeking religious freedom. Over the next 30 years, about 100 more Amish families would make the crossing. Only 16 years later, Jacob Hertzler, the first Amish bishop to become well known in North America, settled in North Kill Creek, in Bergs County north of Philadelphia, Pa. Over the next 50 years, 3,000 Amish immigrated to North America from Europe. In 1809, some Amish came to eastern Ohio, farming side-by-side with the Native Americans already there. Twenty-five years later, this community would consist of approximately 250 Amish families.
The Amish became well known for their strong work ethic, their desire to keep themselves apart from the main culture and their great charity not only to others of their sect, but to outsiders as well.
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Chipper Chester is doing a slow dance around the classroom before the morning bell at Sunrise Valley School. Waving in his hand is a gently fluttering pack of papers and issuing from Chester’s mouth is an impromptu song. The song goes something like this:
“Oh, yes I got a hundred. Oh, yes I got a hundred.
Oh, yes I got a hundred, again.” The happy melody refers to the fact
that Chester just discovered he aced his vocabulary quiz. He scored a perfect 100 percent.
Song now over, Chester ceases dancing and flashes a jolly grin at his classmates, who are rolling their eyes at Chester’s goofiness, yet laughing in spite of themselves.
Celebration over, Chester moves to put his pack of quizzes back on the rack. There is a bounce to his step and a cheery whistle issuing from his mouth. Chipper Chester’s celebration springs not from conceit. Not at all. Rather it is Chester’s enthusiastic spirit bubbling up and over. Perhaps that is why his classmates accept and even enjoy the quick celebration. Chester’s ability to forget himself and let his personality show, always brings some light moments during the school day.
One blustery fall day during recess at Sunrise Valley a hot ballgame was brewing, which seemed to take much of the chill out of the air. Chipper Chester was in his element and having a blast. When Chester’s turn came to bat, the outfielders stood back. They were wary of Chester’s solid drives deep into the outfield.
Chester noticed the significant gap between the infielders and the outfielders as he stepped up to the plate. A sparkle danced in Chester’s eyes as he waited for the first pitch.
When the pitch arrived, Chester swung his trusty bat almost in a chopping manner, in a downward motion. He connected solidly and whacked the ball quickly through the infield, but as planned, it landed far short of the distant outfielders.
Chipper Chester was out the box like a shot, rounded first and was halfway to second base before an outfielder even picked up the ball. Chester cruised into second base with a standing two-bagger.
‘What were you doing all the way out there, hunting rabbits?” Chester chirped cheerfully to the outfielders as he caught his breath on second base.
Wisecrack Wanda was playing left field. “You just wait till it’s my turn to bat,” she flared. “I’m going to burn you so bad, you’ll wish you were hunting rabbits.”
Chester was unruffled and merely laughed off Wanda’s threat.
The next time Chester batted, the outfielders moved in a step or two, but still left too much room and Chipper Chester chopped in another double in front of the outfielders. The game was an offensive battle and Chester’s double temporarily gave his team the lead.
Wisecrack Wanda was next at bat at the top of the seventh inning. She hustled out an infield grounder to tie the game. The knowledge that the game was now tied helped Wanda turn a deaf ear to Chester’s chirping from the outfield. This chatter from Chester was aimed at reminding Wanda of the dire promise she had made to burn him.
The game remained tied in the bottom of the seventh inning when Chipper Chester came up to bat. His team had a runner on third base and two out.
The pitcher paused for a moment while the outfielders had a conference. One thing agreed upon was, that measures must be taken to prevent Chester from chopping in another double in front of them. Such a hit would win the game.
When the outfielders scattered again, Rifle-Arm Richard only went out about halfway as far as the others. If Chester tried another “chop-in”, Richard would gather up the ball from his position between the infielders and the outfielders and fire it home to try to prevent the winning run from scoring.
Chipper Chester quickly noticed the hole in the distant outfield when he stepped up to bat. Rifle-Arm Richard had been playing left center field, and when he moved in, it left a sizable gap in the outfield. This was precisely what Chester had been waiting for. He almost licked his lips.
Chester swung with all his might at the first nice pitch he saw. He got all of it. The ball flew toward left center field in a rising line drive straight to the gap vacated by Rifle-Arm Richard. Chester had legitimate reason to expect a homerun and game-winning hit.
Chester had not reckoned, however, on the razor-sharp cunning of Wisecrack Wanda. Wanda had watched Chester play softball for several years and had a fairly accurate estimate of Chester’s strategies. As soon as the pitcher had released the pitch to Chester, Wanda took off in a dead run from her position in left field. Wisecrack Wanda, guessing Chester’s strategy, sprinted toward the same gap Chester was aiming for.
Watching the ball as she raced toward left-center field, Wanda adjusted her course slightly deeper into the outfield. This was a well-hit ball.
Knowledge of the sheer delight Chipper Chester would take in this drove her with burning urgency into an even faster sprint. She poured on all the reserves of speed God had given her. Yet, as the green softball dropped out of the sky, Wanda saw she would not quite make it. Further measures were needed.
At precisely the right moment, Wanda left her feet in an all out dive. Glove outstretched, Wanda snagged the ball, hit the ground and after rolling a few times, popped up with glove held high, showing the ball to the umpire.
“Owww-oootl” cried Feisty Phil, the fourth-grade boy who was the umpire at the moment. “Annnnd ... we go to extra innings.”
Wisecrack Wanda failed to resist gently needling Chester as she met him trotting back to the outfield. “Hey Slugger, why the sad face?” She asked, commenting on Chester’s dejected countenance.
“Oh, it’s not because I got out,” Chester indignantly replied. “It’s just, with all your running around and diving out there, you probably scared off all the rabbits!” comes as a 50 lb. or 125 lb.
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{ the plain page }Everybody Has Their 15 Minutes of FameBy Loren Beachy from Goshen, Indiana
Poor Glen Chupp. His 15 minutes of infamy has been stretched. This local farmer experienced a freak accident that to him was probably quite frightening, and is now somewhat embarrassing. While I did take some liberties on the small details, this actually did happen. Glen’s neighbors might still be wiping away tears of mirth.
On Thanksgiving morning, Glen and his wife Wanita were making hurried preparations to attend a wedding. Glen was hustling about the morning chores before leaving for the wedding. As so often happens when we’re in a hurry, a small annoyance appeared a lot bigger. The star of our story set his hay bale down to check the water tank. When Glen returned, one of the horses, Frank, already had his nose buried in the unopened hay bale, greedily gorging himself before the accepted time. This was the spark that flew into Glen’s tinderbox.
Farmer Chupp hurriedly decided it was high time to teach Frank a lesson. So instead of barking at the feeding equine and scaring him away, Glen snuck quietly up behind him to deliver a punishment. The handiest instrument of discipline was Glen’s own foot, so that is what he used. After a quiet but determined wind-up, Glen delivered his kick to the hindquarters of the horse. Right at that moment was when things started to go terribly wrong. Glen’s foot went up, but defying Newton’s law of gravity, it did not come back down. Not right away.
Glen’s foot was caught in the tail of the horse. A horse that had just been unsuspectingly kicked by an angry human. Bad things started happening at a very rapid pace. Obviously, Frank did not spend much
time saying “How do you do?” or “Excuse me”, but commenced leaving the scene of the crime at a very high rate of speed. Yep, you guessed it, Glen still had his foot caught in the horse’s tail and was going along for a very unwelcome ride.
The one-foot hop did not last very long and Mr. Chupp was reduced to sliding along on the ground on his rear, one leg sticking crazily up to Frank’s tail. This unorthodox one-horse open sleigh headed for the barnyard still picking up speed. No one however, was singing “Jingle Bells”.
Outside the barn door was a knee-deep mixture of mud and horse manure. Horse and man went through this obstacle full-tilt, Glen looking like wiped-out skier with the rope tied to his foot. He even had a wake like a skier, but a very brown and slimy one. Frank was on his way to the manure pile without slowing to ask for directions. Full steam ahead, up and over the manure pile went Frank, dragging the now frightened Glen with him.
Somewhere past the manure pile, Glen’s foot finally came loose, thankfully before a date with the fast approaching fence post. Glen was left unceremoniously there, covered from head to toe with mud, manure, and filth but filled with relief on the inside.
An embarrassing episode of this magnitude would have been enough for some harassment and chuckles from the neighbors for a few weeks or maybe even a couple months, but someone conspired to prolong the spotlight for Glen. Or perhaps, this someone just wanted to share the humor with more people across the community.
For whatever purpose, this someone turned the story over to another someone who committed the episode to verse. A very catchy and amusing song was composed. This song was then sung on someone’s voicemail and the cat was out of the sack. With the network of voicemail the Amish use, forwarding this song from one person to the next is fairly simple. In a short time the song was all over the Amish community. Those who didn’t receive the song on their voicemails called their friends or relatives and asked for it. Glen Chupp became the center of attention.
From what I know of Glen, I imagine he was a good sport and joined in the laughter. There is at least one upside to this, Glen. Just think how many more copies you’ll sell of your future autobiography. Don’t you think people might pay to read your story firsthand? I even have a title for you. How about: “Horse Tails and VoiceMails”?
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Keep Your Pets Safe Over the HolidaysWhile enjoying delicious food and the company of friends and family during the
holidays, take a little extra caution to keep your pets safe from some hazards of which you might not be aware. There are several foods that can be hazardous to your pet, including grapes, raisins, chocolate, avocado, macadamia nuts, onions, garlic, or anything with Xylithol (low calorie sweetener) or caffeine. We would also add, that if you truss your turkey with string, be sure you dispose of it immediately and securely. Imagine, what a tasty treat your pet would find this, but what a huge intestinal blockage risk that string would be.
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The Chinese are counting on you to spend most of your Christmas budget on “Made in China” goods. The American worker is hoping you don’t. There are a number of ways to spend your money where it will stay in this country and help your neighbor, in your town, state and the USA.
Gift certificates for local merchants are just one way. One great idea is a gift certificate for a car wash, car detailing, (that is what I am hoping for, my truck has taken a beating this year) oil change or some winter tires for your loved one.
Give a certificate to a local spa where that lady in your life can get pampered or a nail salon and possibly a pedicure. Think about purchasing a new insulated garage door or storm door for someone that really needs one. A few years ago, I insulated three family members’ attics and this is a gift that keeps giving every year, winter and summer.
Giving an elderly neighbor a spring yard cleanup or a certificate for a lawn mowing or snow plowing service may help both the local service company and your neighbor.
If you can’t afford to buy a gift, hand print a certificate and have everyone in the family pitch in for some project to help an elderly person who may not be capable of doing it alone.
For the kids in the family, Christmas is not just about getting gifts, it’s about giving, too. Print up some certificates for your parents that they can redeem for your help, like a car wash or wax, or cleaning the garage or basement. It can be as simple as doing the dishes or helping to take down the tree after Christmas. Get creative!
How about sending a hand written letter to someone expressing your appreciation for his or her help or a past kindness shown to you or your family? If a store clerk was extremely helpful or if a waitress did a great job, send their boss a letter praising them.
When you stop for lunch while Christmas shopping, pick up the tab for someone you don’t know. An act of random kindness will warm your heart more than you can ever imagine!
To find out what Joe would do, e-mail questions to [email protected]. Joe has 20-some years experience in manufacturing and says that as a small business owner, he found that you either learn how to solve a problem yourself or pay to have it done. Joe’s articles are his opinion and are only intended as a guide. Please consult an expert when in doubt.
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Sears Hometown Store of Middlefield is partnering with the National Volunteer Fire Council to raise money for the Middlefield Fire Department as part of Sears Hometown
Stores, “Salute to Local Heroes” charity campaign. The objective of the campaign is to provide firehouses across the nation with critical funds to improve resources for training, equipment and financial support where the local heroes need it most.
From Nov. 23, 2013 through Dec. 31, 2013, Middlefield Sears Hometown Store customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate while making a purchase. All contributed funds will go directly to the local Middlefield Fire Department. In addition, $2 from each Craftsman Bottle Cap Wrench purchase will be directly donated to the fire department.
“We’re excited to take part in a national campaign that will help us make a deeper connection within our community, while positively impacting it as a whole,” said Ed Wolski, owner of the local Sears Hometown Store in Harrington Square.
After the 2013 holiday launch, Sears Hometown Stores hope to continue the partnership throughout 2014 to further benefit local communities.
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It’s a Wonderful SeasonBy Rachel Blakely
“It’s a Wonderful Life.” “Rudolph
the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” “A Christmas Story.” “Miracle on 34th Street.” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” “Frosty the Snowman.” “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” “Disney’s Very Merry Christmas (Sing Along Songs).” These are the titles of some of my favorite Christmas movies that I look forward to watching each holiday season since I was a little girl, adding “Elf” to the list since its release. Watching each movie triggers a m e m o r y from a past y e a r , a n d w i t h t h a t m e m o r y b r i n g s t o light all the surrounding f e e l i n g s o f h o l i d a y cheer.
As with C h r i s t m a s s o n g s , t h e C h r i s t m a s s e a s o n would not be complete without watching one or two of the classic movies we have watched since we were young. Each Christmas movie is unique, as with all movies in general; yet the holiday movies stand apart because each gives off the same feeling of happiness and good cheer to its viewer. But my favorite movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life” is one which holds the most memories and the most happiness for me each time I set aside time to watch it.
I have watched “It’s a Wonderful Life” every year with my family on either Christmas Eve or one of the days before it. I was raised on its principles of how each person is such an important player in life and the acknowledgement that “no man is a failure who has friends.” If you haven’t seen it yet, it is something I would highly advise doing this Christmas season, for its themes are some of the most important and hauntingly beautiful messages for any person who has ever felt discouraged or frustrated with their own lives and the way that their lives have turned out. The fact that it is on Christmas, that the main character has his epiphany of how important he is, only gives the movie more of a direct emotional call to the viewer and enhances the joyfulness that makes “It’s a Wonderful Life” shine so brightly each holiday season.
The beauty of the movie is this; it centers on what would happen if George Bailey, the hero, had never been born. At the same time it silently showcases the impact and importance of the antagonist in the course of George’s life. “Each man’s life touches so many other lives” is one of my favorite quotes from the movie. Without the unforgettable ending, we would assume that George Bailey was a man whose life was a constant struggle. We would have pity for
him - that his plans were always changed and that he never was able to reach his full potential. And yet with that ending we are reminded that everything he had ever done directly enriched the lives of everyone else around him, wiping away all pity and sorrow we would have for this man. It shows us that our plans change constantly in life. But above all else, it demonstrates the rewards of doing everything for others. How life is wonderful when we are selfless and compassionate towards others, even if
it means not getting our own way or not getting e v e r y t h i n g w e w a n t . A n d i s n ’ t t h i s w h a t C h r i s t m a s should truly be all about?
T h e r e i s n o t h i n g my f r i e n d s and I talk about more e x c i t e d l y
than planning out what Christmas movie we are going to watch, making sugar cookies before it starts and drinking hot cocoa (or tea for me, as I am allergic to chocolate). The Christmas season is extremely important in our yearly calendar. It seems that people show their selflessness and joy at this time of the year above all other times. So, this month, let us be reminded of all the blessings we have in life. And if we haven’t gotten everything we’ve ever wanted in life, our character is only the stronger.
Enjoy this holiday season, filled with Christmas movies, music, cheer, snow, decorations, and everything that we pass by daily which comes alive at Christmas. Go make cookies with your families and friends, cozy up by the fire to watch your favorite Christmas movie, and scream “Hello Middlefield, Merry Christmas!” as we remember how wonderful life truly is.
Rachel Blakely is a sophomore at Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio, working toward a Bachelor of Arts in English with a triple minor in professional writing, creative writing, and French. She graduated as valedictorian from Cardinal High School in 2012.
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Patrick – a Shining ExampleBy Christina Grand Porter
Many people get involved in their communities during the holidays, but there are some very special ones who are active in participating and giving all year round. Patrick Lanstrum is one of those incredible individuals. The eighth-grader is currently serving as the National Junior Grange Ambassador, and the Grange has been, as he explains it, “Part of my life since I was born.” Actually, if it weren’t for the Grange, Patrick wouldn’t even be here since his parents first met at Grange camp. Among Patrick’s Grange accomplishments
are the Super JG Award in 2009, current Ohio State Jr. Grange Prince, eight year Junior Camp attendee, participant in all craft and sewing contests for the past nine years, talent contest winner for piano, vocal and singing, and earner of 28 merit badges. Patrick calls Bingo for Huntsburg Grange Hobo Bingo during the Pumpkin Festival, serves refreshments after the Memorial Day Parade, and chairs the children’s games committee for the Huntsburg Grange annual Chili Cook off.
But wait, there’s more. Patrick was in the Cardinal Middle School Band for 5 years and is now marching with the high school band. He is also a member of the school’s Christian and chess clubs. Yet he still finds time to be active in the Parkman Congregational Church where he participates in Vacation Bible School, attends Sunday school and volunteers at fundraising dinners. He wrote and directed the Christmas play for the
church’s 2011 children’s program. He is also a member of the Geauga County Fairboard Auxiliary and of the Awana group at the Huntsburg Baptist Church. This time of year you’ll find him Christmas caroling at local nursing homes and helping out at food
banks with his 4-H club. Last February, he and his sister Jenn made and delivered valentines to the residents of the Geauga County Home with their 4-H clubs.
This talented young man, who has Asperger’s syndrome, a form of Autism, is learning to play the piano and plays percussions in the Geauga County Junior Fair Band. Patrick sees his parents, Brian and Chris Landstrum, as his role models and tries to emulate the wonderful examples they have set for him.
He feels the Grange has been instrumental in helping him develop because through it he has made friends, participated in public speaking and achieved things his parents were told he would never be able to do. It is clear that Patrick is destined to inspire others even more than he has been inspired. His ungrudging service and liberal generosity with his time are certain to motivate others to step up to try to make a difference in their communities and to hone their natural talents and abilities to make the most of themselves. If everyone were as active and unselfish as Patrick, we would all be living among the best possible friends and neighbors.
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Middlefield Historical Society Christmas Cookie SaleA one-pound box of attractive, assorted, delicious holiday goodies for only $6.50 per box. Advance orders only, and quantities are limited so call early to avoid disappointment. Phone orders to Gilberta Town, 440-632-1025 or Betty Roose, 440-632-0459. When leaving a message, state your name, daytime phone number and number of boxes wanted. Pick-ups on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Historical Society’s lower level between 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Payment to be made at time of pick-up.)
Dec. 7, 8: Christmas in Century Village Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dec. 8 at noon to 4 p.m. Experience an 1840s Christmas in the Geauga County Historical Society Hitchcock House. Christmas tree with homemade ornaments, puppet theatre and a sleigh for photos. For information on this free event, call 440-834-1492.
Dec. 7: Candlelite Knolls Christmas Craft ShowFrom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A $1 donation gets you a chance to win $10,000. Ask for details at the door. Participate in a Chinese auction with over 40 items. Shop 50 crafters. Homemade haluski and desserts. Located at 2619 Hoagland Blackstub Road. For more information, call Dorothy at 330-610-5744.
Dec. 7: Community Support at Mary Yoder’sBeginning at 3 pm, Mary Yoder’s will host a Chinese Auction Benefit, with all proceeds going to support Shop With a Cop and the food pantry in Middlefield. Guests will enjoy a boxed lunch including a a chicken salad or ham sandwich, chips, a cookie, coffee and punch. Bidding from 3 to 5 p.m.; drawing begins at 5 p.m. Admission tickets, include the boxed lunch and 10 complimentary auction tickets, are on sale for $15 at Mary Yoder’s or online at www.maryyodersamishkitchen.com. Everyone is invited to come, enjoy the afternoon, cross some items off your Christmas list and most importantly, help your neighbor.
Dec. 7: Pearl Harbor Day Service11 a.m. Burton Village Square gazebo. Call Bo at 440-834-8765 for information and details.
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Dec. 7: Winter Care for Outdoor/Stray Cats 10 a.m. Do you have outdoor cats or stray cats in your neighborhood to keep warm and safe this winter? Learn winter cat care and how to build a cheap, effective shelter. Rescue Village Community Room, 15463 Chillicothe Road in Novelty (44072). Call 440-338-4819 ext. 14 or e-mail [email protected].
Dec.14: Winter Centerpiece Class9 a.m. to noon. Make a paper white birch log centerpiece with Master Gardeners. All materials, greenery, berries, ornaments, candles and bow are furnished for $35 fee. Call 440-834-4656 to register. Walk-ins welcome. Make check payable to OSU Extension and mail to P.O. Box 387, Burton, OH 44021-0387. At OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. Visit www.geauga.osu.edu for updates, additional classes, information and directions.
Dec 14: Angel Shoppe Craft Show 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Variety of craft and vendor tables. Children should bring their gift shopping list to shop with the help of an adult elf. Purchases will be wrapped and remain a surprise. Lunch available, eat in or carry out. Proceeds go to Sunday School projects. Vendor space available; call Merry Lou at 440-636-5504. Huntsburg Congregational Church, 12435 Madison Road.
Dec.14: Ferns, Fronds Fiddleheads 2 to 3:30 p.m. Discover the diversity of ferns found in Geauga County with a photo-heavy presentation of facts and folklore by Nature Education coordinator, Judy Bradt-Barnhart. West Woods Nature Center, 9465 Kinsman Road (Route 87) in Russell. Fern samples and fossils will be available for viewing. Registration not required. Wheelchair/strol ler accessible. Cal l 440-286-9516. Geauga Park District is online at http://geaugaparkdistrict.org, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
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Dec. 7: Claridon Cookie Walk9 a.m. until cookies are gone. Come early for best selection of colorful home baked favorites. First Congregational Church of Claridon, 13942 Mayfield Road (Route 322) at Claridon-Troy Road.
Bumper Sticker WisdomBy Roger Kruse
Bumper stickers are known to be very unique. Some make us nod our head in agreement while others elicit strong disagreement. I have seen bumper stickers that make me laugh or in some cases even blush! They sometimes express opinions, champion political causes, or simply let the world know what hobby we enjoy. I have forgotten what most had to say. However, I still remember one I saw over 40 years ago. It read, “Wise Men Still Seek Him.”
Of course the reference was to the Magi or Wise Men who journeyed from the east to find Jesus, the promised king of the Jews. Despite a long and arduous trip, they steadfastly pursued their goal to meet and worship this child born to be our Rescuer. Despite King Herod’s trickery they searched for and eventually found Jesus, bringing him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. When a guiding star in the heavens stopped over the place where Jesus was, the Bible says they were “overjoyed.” Their perseverance was rewarded. They were now in a position to meet and worship God’s Son, our Savior.
How about you? Is your experience of Jesus limited to what others have written or told you, or have you taken the time and effort to “search” for him yourself? The Bible tells us that everyone who seeks will find. In fact in Psalm 14, David said, “The Lord looks down from heaven on the entire human race; he looks to see if anyone is truly wise, if anyone seeks God.”
There may be some things that are
hindering your search. Perhaps you are busy with your job, your children, or simply pursuing other interests. In this age of secularization many people are content to focus on the material world and those experiences that resonate with the here and now. Maybe the idea of “God” just isn’t on your personal radar screen.
However, God never really goes away! Our Creator will never cease to exist just because we deny His existence or marginalize his influence. In fact more than that, the Bible says he is seeking us out! We can run, but we can’t hide. You and I are designed to know and respond to the One who died on a Cross so that we might live. Jesus is looking for you. Patiently and persistently he is drawing you to himself. He knocks at your door, waiting for your response. Even your needs are designed to encourage you to ask for his help. If you become aware of his presence or discover in your soul a deep yearning to connect, don’t be surprised.
This Christmas is a fresh opportunity for you to draw near and discover Jesus. The same joy that the “wise men” found can be yours. Are you “wise” enough to make the search?
Roger Kruse is a pastor/missionary/coach who delights to call Middlefield home. He regularly travels to India, training leaders who take the Good News to the unreached. He and his wife Glenda have five children, one of whom has already met Jesus in heaven!
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In MemoriamBruce Ellis Cook, 85, of Orwell, died at his home Nov. 21, 2013 under hospice care surrounded by his family. Mr. Cook and his wife resided in Orwell since 1989. Born in Cleveland Jan. 31, 1928, he was the son of Glade E. Cook and Mildred Clark Williams. He retired in 1990 as traffic manager at Carlisle Engineered Products in Middlefield after 43 years. A 1946 graduate of Napoleon High School in western Ohio, he served in WW II with the U.S. 8th Army Signal Corp Occupation Forces in Japan.
In Middlefield Village, he was elected mayor serving from 1984 to 1988, was on village council and a volunteer firefighter for many years. After moving to Orwell, he served an unexpired term on the village Board of Public Affairs. Cook was active in Alcoholics Anonymous for 44 years; a life member of Middlefield VFW Post 9678 and National Rifle Association; Village Lodge 274 F&AM in Burton; and 32nd degree Mason in the Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland. He was an avid sportsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and NRA national shooting competition matches.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doris Bowman Cook; daughter Laura (Jeff) Walters of Middlefield; sons Scott E. (Leigh-Ann) of Painesville and Warren E. of Orwell; nine grandchildren; brother Lewis (Shirley) Cook of Perry and numerous nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents and sister Marnette Warne of Middlefield. Memorial contributions may be made to the www.WoundedWarriorsProject.org.
Mary “Delores” Block (nee Gnip), 94, of Parkman, entered eternal rest Nov. 22, 2013. She was born Jan. 26, 1919 to the late Stephen and Susanna Gnip. Delores is now reunited with her loving husband, Thomas Block, who passed in 2008. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed dancing. Known as the “quilt lady”, Delores donated homemade quilts to the Middlefield Senior Center.
Delores will be missed by her children, Thomas (Rosie) Block and Sherry (George) Swanson; one sister, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Thomas, and three sisters. Online condolences may be sent to www.bestfunerals.com.
Charles “Charlie” F. Brokos, of Parkman, entered eternal rest peacefully Nov. 20, 2013 at home with his best friend and wife, Donna (nee Doedderlein), at his side. He was born Feb. 27, 1942 in Cleveland to the late Charles and Stella (Kimborowicz) Brokos. He moved to Parkman in 1986.
He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and served during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Charlie was stationed at Glasgow Air Force Base in Montana. He was an avid nature lover and enjoyed bird watching, gardening, fishing and spending time with his family. Charlie worked in maintenance for Cardinal Schools for over 18 years.
Charlie will be missed by his wife of 43 years, Donna; son, Daniel (Molly Piunno) Brokos of Hiram; sister, Charlotte of Elyria and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110 or to a animal rescue group of your choice.
Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
Albert C. “Butch” Fritz, age 93, lifelong resident of Burton, died Nov. 20, 2013 at Burton Health Care. He was born Oct. 3, 1920 in Burton, son of Peter and Martha (Urbanowicz) Fritz. After graduating in 1938 from Burton High School, he served in the U.S. Army Air Corp 728 Bomb Squadron in Central Europe and Air Offensive Europe in WWII 1942-1945 and was a POW for 14 months. Albert was married 63 years to his beloved wife Dorothy Bogacki Fritz. He loved watching birds, landscaping, gardening, working on his farm and puzzles.
He will be missed by his wife Dorothy; his daughter Sherry (Len) Hosmer of Burton; his grandchildren Len (Holly), Ladd, and Heidi; his twin sister Alice Slater of Burton and his brother Larry of Calif. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings Frank, Frances, Norbert, and Robert. Online condolences www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com
Dorothy M. Amolsch Mertz, 81, of West Farmington, passed away Nov. 16, 2013 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital. She was born Feb. 16, 1932 in Middlefield, daughter of Willis J. and Dorothy (Rhodes) Amolsch. After graduating from Parkman High School, she attended college. She married Robert D. Mertz Sept. 3, 1960 at Parkman Congregational Church where she was a member since 1948. They were residents of the area and married 52 years before Robert died on June 4, 2012. She was an assistant manager at a local bank; a past Matron of the Phoenix Chapter of Eastern Star and active with the Farmington Senior Center. Her hobbies included bowling, golfing, and playing cards.
She will be missed by daughters, Sonia J. Komandt (Charles) Moneypenny of Colorado and Denise L. Mertz Cowen of Georgia; one granddaughter; four grandsons; nine great grandchildren; her brother Willis J. Amolsch and sisters, Mary L. Fishel, Marcia A. Simons, Norma J. Sherbourne, and Susan R. Hageman. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Robert; and her stepson William J. Mertz (deceased Jan. 1972).
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at Parkman Congregational Church. Online condolences www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com
Diana Reynolds, 70, of Middlefield passed away Nov.19, 2013 at her residence. She was born Sept.19, 1943 in Painesville, daughter of Elmer and Helen (Rice) Hughes. A resident of this area since 1975, Diana was a supervisor at Johnsonite Duramax in Middlefield. She married Larry Reynolds July 6, 1961. They were married 45 years before he died in 2007. She loved riding motorcycles; walking her dog “Scooter” and going to casinos. She was an avid football and NASCAR fan.
She will be missed by her soul mate Bud Westover; children, Barbara Sample of St. Augustine, Fla., Linda (John) Cobb of Chardon, and Bill Reynolds of Statesville, N.C.; grandchildren Anthony Smith, Becky (JP) Harmotta, Megan (Jason) Reed, Corey Hiscox, Brittney and Erika Reynolds, and Brian Cobb; great grandchildren, Espen, Kira, and Colt; her sisters and brother, Carolyn (Sam) Gillette of Painesville, Dennis Hughes of Sandusky, and Barbara (Ron) Warren of Fairport Harbor and her beloved dog “Scooter.” She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lawrence “Curly” Reynolds, Sr. and her son Lawrence Reynolds, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Western Reserve or to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences www.russellfuneralservicesusa.com.
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Bending Your EarBy Dr. David Fakadej
Bone is an organic (collagen) crystal (Ca5(PO4)3(OH) calcium hydroxyapatite) structure that allows for structure (human), storage (calcium), and motion. The organic part of bone, allows bending without breaking. The crystal part of bone allows for rigidity. If fractured, bone has no nerves and cannot transmit pain. Bone skin (periosteum – a paper thin clear covering pulled off when eating ribs) is rich in nerves (and flavor) and if it rubs against a sharp bone edge, it will produce pain. Some people won’t feel pain if the periosteum does not touch the fractured bone. I had no pain when I broke two bones in my forearm in high school, until the doctor straightened it. Bone has a rich blood supply, which feeds two particular bone cells, osteoclasts and osteoblasts.
With exercise, bones bend fractionally. In bending, the crystal part develops an electric charge along the bend. The electrical charge stimulates osteoclasts to dissolve bone that does not resist bending. Then osteoblasts construct new bone that resists bending. Exercise, not milk, builds stronger bone. If milk builds bone, there is no reason to exercise. Anyone saying or thinking milk builds strong bones makes a false health claim. Bending bones builds strong bones.
New information shows osteoblasts also secrete a hormone, Osteocalcin, which does a few interesting things. Osteocalcin stimulates insulin secretion and β-cell growth in the pancreas. In other words, bone bending (not exercise) may reduce the risk of diabetes. Osteocalcin stimulates energy use by muscle, which stimulates work output allowing muscle growth. In other words, bending bone builds muscle not weight lifting. Osteocalcin stimulates insulin sensitivity in the liver, muscle, and fat, increasing metabolism. In other words, bending bone reduces blood sugar levels to enhance physical activity, not supplements like chromium. Osteocalcin promotes male fertility, which was great for pre-historic males to propagate the human
species. In other words, the best method for population control is to not exercise.
This is valuable information for drug companies. An Osteocalcin-like drug can make money. Health care professionals can use this information to treat diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension – in other words health care encourages reducing drugs, whereas disease management encourages increasing drugs.
To reduce high blood sugar it is necessary to bend bone. Heavy weight lifting will bend bones. Walking, Yoga, and Tai Chi won’t bend bones.
Bone building drugs poison osteoclasts with the assumption that osteoblasts continue building stress resistant bone, which we know does not occur. Bone building drugs result in denser softer bone, which is equally likely to fracture as osteoporosis. This is not to say such drugs are unnecessary. There is no research that shows poisoning osteoclasts increases osteoblast hormone levels to lower blood sugar, reduce supplement and drug use, improve metabolism, and enhance intimacy. Rather, bone-building drug use results in a need for more drugs to treat diabetes, low metabolism, and ED.
Drugs do not promote health. Healthy people do not need drugs. Only disease requires drugs and drugs promote more disease requiring more drugs. Evidence shows drug use results in a cascade requiring the use of more drugs. Disease companies thrive on drugs because of the positive feedback cycle. This is a comparison of health care and disease management. Like the old TV show, “Truth or Consequences?” this is “Health or drugs?” Pardon me for bending your ear, some of my patients call me ‘bone-bender!’ Its okay, it is all in good health.
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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On Nov. 30, the Kiwanis and the Cardinal Key and Builders Clubs asked shoppers at Walmart to help area families by stuffing this school bus full of food and gifts. Items were passed to Geauga Job and Family Services for distribution. (back row, l-r) Ken Humphrey, Judy Breedlove, Shawn Mongelluzzi, Tim Riley and Peggy Karg. (Front row, l-r) Tom McAuley, Sara Shininger, Kaitlyn Arganti and Michaela McNish.
Personal Training or Group ClassesBy Donna Longrich
How do you like to get your daily burn in? The benefits of working out whether you do it in a group class or with a personal trainer are tremendous. You have more energy, you tend to eat healthier and you feel better about yourself. There are a number of reasons why someone would choose personal training over a group class and vice versa.
Personal training gives the clients a one-on-one experience possibly even in the comfort of their own home. The workouts are usually scheduled when it is most convenient for the client and weight loss and nutritional information are generally included in the price of personal training. If you have a special occasion coming up such as a wedding or vacation or a specific goal you want to reach then personal training can a great opportunity.
Group classes may be for you if you like to socialize while you work out. Working out in a group setting also gives you incentive to work harder as your competitive side kicks in. In addition, you will often receive encouragement and accountability from your group. If you miss class people will notice. Besides getting in shape, one of the best benefits of working out with a group are the lasting friendships you make.
Personal preference and finances generally dictate whether you choose personal training or group classes. Either way, making a decision to get off the couch and improve your health is always a good thing. If you would like more information on personal training or group classes contact Donna Longrich with Totally Fit at 440-724-5921.
At UH Geauga Medical Center’s turkey collection were (left, l-r) Denise Toth, Lorraine Stojkov, Maria Schmidt, Monica Lennon, M. Steven Jones, President of UH Geauga Medical Center; Julie Novak and Becky Besselman.
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a family-focused mental health agency that provides counseling and case management support services, has earned its third consecutive accreditation with CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitative Facilities) International. CARF is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body whose mission is to promote the quality, value, and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process.
This accreditation represents the highest level of certification awarded to any organization and shows substantial conformance to the CARF standards. By receiving a Three-Year Accreditation, Family Pride has put itself through a rigorous peer review process. It has demonstrated to a team of surveyors during an on-site visit
its commitment to offering programs and services that are of the highest quality.
Family Pride, based in Chardon, has been providing quality in-home clinical therapy and case management services to children and families since 2006. It currently offers services in Geauga, Lake, Ashtabula, Cuyahoga and Summit Counties. The agency’s core values support empowering employees and clients with a positive culture and responsive clinical process.
“We strive as an agency to support our individual clients, strengthen their families and build a healthy community,” said Angela Daugherty, executive director. “Our team focuses on being positive and helping our clients and families where they need it most. This opens up the door for solutions and is the true reason for our continued success. This accreditation was earned by everyone on the Family Pride Team and I am so proud to be a part of it.”
To learn more about Family Pride of Northeast Ohio, its services or accreditation process, contact Angela Daugherty, executive director, 440-286-1553. Visit www.familyprideonline.org or like Family Pride on Facebook.
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Rotaries Compete for Red Kettle TrophySince 1994, the Geauga County
Rotary Clubs of Chagrin Valley, Chardon, Chesterland, and Burton-Middlefield volunteered as bell ringers for the Salvation Army “Red Kettle” campain to raise over $400,000 alongside thousands of high s c h o o l s t u d e n t s from the Berkshire, Chardon, Kenston, and West Geauga I n t e r a c t C l u b s . Every dollar put into a Red Kettle in Geauga County goes directly to assist Geauga households. A s s i s t a n c e m a y be a past due r e n t p a y m e n t for someone on medical leave, or a gasoline card to help someone get to a new job. It may keep a family warm with a fuel oil or propane gas delivery. Red Kettle dollars also support Back to School supplies, and donations of food and gifts during the Thanksgiving and
Christmas Holidays. The Salvation Army Red Kettle dollars help through a local network of churches, charities, and organizations known as The Community Fund Partnership. Look for your local Rotary Club members and High School Interact Club members
on the following dates and locations. R e m e m b e r, w h a t s e e m s l i t t l e t o you might make a big difference to someone next door. Dec. 7 and 14 at Chagrin Falls Giant Eagle, Starbucks, Bainbridge Giant Eagle, Mazzulo’s ( C h a g r i n Va l l e y R o t a r y C l u b ) .C h a r d o n G i a n t Eagle and Chardon
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(l-r) Dave Simko, Chagrin Valley Rotary Club; Ben Royle, Chardon Rotary Club; Brian Brockway, Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club; Jim Bohinc, Chesterland Rotary Club
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Claridon Community HelpsBy Judi Maloney
CCH started in 2009 after talking with residents in Claridon. People of all ages who were working, lost a job or retired could use a helping hand now and again. So some neighbors got together and we came up with Claridon Community Helps because it is neighbors helping neighbors. We did not want to reinvent the wheel so we contacted all our local agencies and said we would work together to help our community. We work with Geauga Department of Aging, United Way Geauga, Job and Family Services and many of our local agencies or non-profits so that we can work together to make a real difference in our community.
We first had a chimney repair for a woman who lost her husband and just missed the senior guidelines for assistance.
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If her chimney had not been fixed it would have continued to get water around the cement and break apart. So after much prayer, we had $500 from fundraising, while the woman was able to come up with $400. Job and Family Services came up with $100 and Geauga Department of Aging had a contractor who was able to do the work for that amount. We had an original cost exceeding $1800 to $2500, so it worked out well.
Since then we have helped people with food from the food cupboard located at New Testament Baptist Church and fixed the water problem of a local family that was working but could not come up with the funds to fix the water issue. Really, it just comes down to people loving their neighbors, being concerned enough to talk to them and being willing to help one another out. There are many more people we have helped with gas cards, food cards and even getting a new American Flag to one of our veterans.
We have grown to serve a free meal every third Tuesday of the month at the First Congregational Church in Claridon. People who come to the dinner donate if they want to or those who do not have the funds come for free. It is a great time for people to get to know one another and we have found out about many needs by having the dinners. It is not just people in need, it is people coming together, sharing a meal and getting to see neighbors they have not seen in a long time or meeting new neighbors.
The kitchen staff is the same as far as people working together making the meal together and getting to know one another as well. We have amazing people who believe in our Mission, which is Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Many hands make light work and we are looking for committed people in all areas of service. If you would be interested in helping on a monthly basis, you are always welcome to join us in the kitchen at our monthly dinners. On a less time consuming level, helping when the need arises. It may be dropping something off or making a dinner for someone who can’t get out. On the business side of things we are looking for board members for president, director of operations and for people to help in different areas in Claridon.
Come join Claridon Community H e l p s , a 5 0 1 ( c ) ( 3 ) o r g a n i z a t i o n . C o n t a c t M i k e F a r r e l l a t [email protected] or 440-477-7670, or Judi Maloney at [email protected], 440-285-3667, or my cell, 440-897-1818.
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