Zaller Building Apartments for Rent - Ideal for Artists!

The old stone Zaller Bakery Building in Waterloo Village is undergoing a major makeover into an arts hub. Upstairs are two really charming new apartments. Each is a little over a thousand square feet.

Entrances are on the second floor. On that floor are bathroom, open kitchen, dining/living space and a bedroom. Each apartment has a staircase along one wall of its living area that takes you to your private half of the third floor where you’ll find your fun space for studio/office, your second bedroom and your laundry machine alcove.

Downstairs there will be the new Waterloo Seven gallery, Jerry Schmidt’s sculpture garden, gallery and studio and the office of an art appraiser. There is still a 500 square foot studio/retail space available. These spaces are still under construction but will be opening in April.

Rent for the larger apartment is $700 per month and, for the smaller $625. If interested in this wonderful rental artist housing opportunity, please call Miles at (216) 531-8161.

Collinwood School Fire Centennial Commemoration Committee Spaghetti Dinner

The Collinwood School Fire Centennial Commemoration Committee (CSFCCC) is holding a Spaghetti Dinner, Friday January 11th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at St John Nottingham Church (17403 Nottingham Rd). Adults $6.00 & Students (K-8) $3.00. This is our first fundraiser for the Commemoration events, as well as for our ongoing goals of maintaining the Memorial Gardens, and archiving the stories and artifacts of this Collinwood tragedy.

Help us commemorate an event that Collinwood, and the world, will not forget.

March 4 2008 is the 100th Anniversary of the Collinwood School Fire, in which 172 students, teachers & rescuers lost their lives, on Ash Wednesday, March 4th 1908. The CSFCCC is planning many events throughout the year, to remember this historic part of Collinwood history; we're excited to be working with Youngstown State on updating their 1993 video, and with WVIZ on a program about this tragedy. We're also working to restore and maintain the Memorial Gardens, collecting artifacts & stories, holding talks by Ed Kern, who wrote the book The Collinwood School Fire of 1908, around the area, and showing the current video as well. We were thrilled to meet so many of you at our recent exhibit at the Arts Collinwood Gallery, sharing your families' stories of the Fire.

As the Collinwood School Fire Centennial Commemoration Committee, our main purpose is to remember a generation past, commemorate a tragedy that defined the community, understand its legacy and celebrate the life of the community at this historic juncture. This 100th Anniversary commemoration will also benefit today’s children, demonstrating that children in general are important and not forgotten. In addition, the Committee wants to make sure that we leave the Garden better than we found it. In 2007-08 we believe these commemorative events, with an emphasis on the school as well as the Garden, will also raise awareness of safety and fire procedures in today’s schools. For the community, the awareness of it past will help them with their future, and as we reclaim the Garden incorporating community volunteers, we reclaim our past and build that future.

The Bottom Line Then Is, We Need Your Help!

Volunteers are needed to help with the Committee, the Garden, publicity, etc. Several separate events are being planned and they will only be successful when many hands help to make the work light.

Funds are needed to ensure that these events and activities will be able to take place.

Donations may be made through the
Northeast Shores Development Corporation at
317 East 156th St
Cleveland Ohio 44110

If you have any questions or comments please contact Mary Louise Jesek Daley in the office of Councilman Michael D Polensek. Mary Louise may be reached at 216 – 664 – 4236 or via email at either ward11@clevelandcitycouncil.org or mlajesek@aol.com

Thank You for your support.

Carrousel Horses Lit for the Holidays

The Euclid Beach Carrousel Horses are still on display at Northeast Shores and are now lit for the holidays! Come by anytime between 5:00 and 10:00 pm and see the horses all lit up to celebrate the season.

Not to brag, but the horses look pretty darn good! I hope you will come on by and see them all lit up. If you want a closer look, please feel free to stop by during business hours and we will let you look at all the beautiful detailing on them.

We want to thank Euclid Beach Park Now for lending us these wonderful items. We have received many compliments about the horses and they are a wonderful addition to the office, even if they are only temporary.

Great housing waiting for you!

Charming Bungalow, Huge kitchen, Fully renovated Easy freeway access!

Enjoy sitting on the front porch of this FULLY RENOVATED, 3 bedroom, 1350 SF bungalow on a small, quiet street near Bratenhal and Lakeshore Blvd.

MOVE IN AND BE MAINTENANCE FREE! Completely remodeled bath and large eat-in kitchen. The renovation includes a new roof, windows, siding, high efficiency furnace, air conditioning, carpeting, new lighting fixtures, glass block windows in the basement, and driveway. The new 2 car garage is in the fenced back yard. The electrical and plumbing has been upgraded. Sliding glass doors lead to a deck off of the formal dining room.

Ten year reduced property tax abatement and a one year warranty are included. An appliance allowance of $1500 is also offered.

For an appointment to see this wonderful, maintenance free home, call Heather Lazar at Northeast Shores at 216.481.7660.

Be a part of the North Shores Collinwood community!

Mr. Jingaling has nothing on Mac's Lock Shop!

If you grew up in Cleveland like we did, you fondly remember Mr. Jingaling from your childhood. Whether it be Higbee's or Halle's, getting in line to see the jolly Cleveland elf in the green suit was a Downtown Cleveland highlight. We fondly remember getting a paper key with our name on it and cherishing that key until it fell apart. For many (including this author), seeing Mr. Jingaling was more exciting than seeing Santa. That was because every mall had Santa, but a special trip was necessary to see Mr. Jingaling. I also fondly remember watching Mr. Jingaling on television each evening in December while my mother fixed dinner.

Sadly, Cleveland lost one of its true treasures when Mr. Jingaling passed to heaven. The spirit of Mr. Jingaling can live on in your family at Mac's Lock Shop located at 15702 Waterloo Road. Not only does Mac's Lock Shop boast a huge old key ring just like Mr. Jingaling, but your children can go home with a real key!

The owners of Mac's Lock Shop boast over 100 character keys! No matter what your son or daughter is into, Mac's Lock Shop can cut a key with that design on it. If you are into Disney, nearly every major character has at least one design. If you are into sports, all major professional and college teams are available. Mac's Lock Shop even has Looney Toons and Betty Boop. You name it, they have it!

What a wonderful memory for you and your family! Once your son and daughter is old enough to need their own house key, head on down to Mac's Lock Shop and let them pick the design of their choice. Within seconds, your child will be provided their own unique key for just a couple of dollars. With a key design that they will truly cherish, they are less likely to lose their key and compromise your home's security.

The key of my choice that really works from Mac's Lock Shop or a mass-produced piece of paper from Mr. Jingaling? I am picking Mac's Lock Shop every day of the week! Check them out at 15702 Waterloo Road or call them at (216) 481-1355 for more details.

Northeast Shores volunteers at Church Council Food Pantry

Yesterday, the staff of Northeast Shores worked at the Church Council Food Pantry on Lakeshore Boulevard. We spent the morning and early afternoon packing bags for needy families in the community. About 25 families came into the food pantry while we were there volunteering.

Each of the staff worked their stations as we packed bags with all kinds of good eats. Needy families received many essentials including apple juice, beef stew, ground beef, noodles, pancake mix, spaghetti-o's and more. For the holidays, each family also received candy canes and a chicken.

During slow moments, we restocked shelves for what looks to be a busy week at the pantry. We also unstocked donated food.

The volunteer activity was in lieu of a holiday party this year. Before volunteering, we all went to breakfast. Everyone enjoyed working together and helping those most in need this holiday season. We enjoyed serving the community so much, we are already planning our next food pantry day!

Holiday Wreaths up on East 185th Street

As a combined effort the East 185th Merchants Association and Northeast Shores purchased and installed the 20 new holiday wreaths now erected on East 185th Street.

The merchants association purchased the wreaths with member dues and donations. Northeast Shores then shepherded the permit approval process and paid for the installation of the wreaths. We want to thank Monaco Lighting for their assistance with this process.

Many power issues are still being worked out so that all the wreaths are lit. Probalby many of these issues will not be worked out this season but we will have them worked out for next year.

Overall, we are very excited about the new wreaths. The wreaths are a wonderful addition to the winter banners. They add a little something extra this holiday season.

LaSalle Theater Back on the Block!

On December 3, the LaSalle Theater went to Sheriff's Sale. As a result of the foreclosure sale, the property is now in the hands of their lender. We are very excited and optimistic that this is the beginning of a new LaSalle Theater.

The lender has already contacted Northeast Shores to discuss our interest in the property. On the one hand, this building is a major architectural feature on East 185th Street. This property is a significant feature in this vital commercial district. On the other hand, the building has serious deferred maintenance that needs to be addressed. Also, a one-screen movie theater with no parking lot is a tough structure to rent.

So, Northeast Shores needs your advice! What do we do with the LaSalle Theater? We are asking specifically about the theater space. The rest of the building is obvious. Rehab the storefronts and rent them to good businesses. Rehab the upstairs apartments and rent them to great neighbors.

But, what do we do with the theater space? Please add your suggestions as comments to this blog! Please note that all the seats are removed. The floor is sloped. The stage has little depth, so using it as a performance stage is limited. And oh yeah, putting the seats back in, selling popcorn, and showing first-run movies is not an option! We have already spoken to several theater operators and one-screen theaters are considered obsolete dinosaurs. No one that can get access to first-run movies is interested in having the opportunity to show "I am Legend" at the LaSalle Theater tonight.

So, be creative! Actually, be really creative! We need a really good idea or that theater will continue to stay dark when it has the potential to be a real anchor for the street.

Come join us for 6th Annual Weekends on Waterloo

WEEKENDS ON WATERLOO 2008

If you've never explored North Shores Collinwood, here's your chance! Do your holiday shopping in a festive gallery. Enjoy Jerry Schmidt's lighted Sculpture Garden at 16006 Waterloo, and the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Lantern Installations. Treat yourself to coffee and pastries at Café Marika, or dinner at the Grovewood Tavern. Catch a show at the Beachland Ballroom. Grab a beer in the classic environs of the bar at the Slovenian Workmen's Home. Don't miss a thing!

Weekends on Waterloo: ARTS COLLINWOOD HOLIDAY SHOP!
Gorgeous gifts of clay, clothing, drawings, glass, greeting cards, jewelry, paintings, photography, prints, soaps AND MORE, by 30 local artists.
Friday, Dec.7, 6-10: wine and cheese reception
Saturday, Dec.8, 10-10
Sunday, Dec. 9, 12-4; closing party 4-6.
Come back to the gallery on Saturday, Dec 15, for a free Holiday Celebration from 10 to 2. Art exhibits, tasty treats, crafts, music – a real party!

Cool Yule at the Beachland
Cool It's fun uncovering the rare and hard to find at Cool Yule, the Beachland Ballroom's Holiday Edition of the Rock N Roll Fleamarket. Friendly vendors will hawk awesome vintage clothing, vinyl, film memorabilia, cool handmade fashions and all sorts of kitsch and collectibles all under one rockin' roof.

Holiday Sale at MUSIC SAVES!
Saturday, Dec. 4, 11-11
10% off most merchandise, 50% off all MUSIC SAVES! T-shirts – and more. Cleveland’s favorite place for new and used CDs and vinyl, specializing in Indie rock and Americana.

True art at TRUEArt Gallery
Check out the current print show, and pick up neighborhood art and T-shirts. 410 E156 St., 216-383-0230.

North Shores Collinwood Stage at Café Marika
The former Second Saturday Stage appears at Marika on Saturday, Dec 8. Open Mic 7:00pm, followed by Dorothy and Alex –folk; Tom and Denise Miller from PA - Harmonica and guitar; Attention Deficit Glee Club - Quirky and Original Music. Free admission, donations accepted. Funded by Neighborhood Connections grant. 216-738-1806

Holiday Sale at Shoparooni!
Saturday, Dec. 8, 11-11
20% off all shoes, artwork and prints, 10% off everything else. Loads of fabulous shoes, rockin’ tees and an awe-inspiring collection of bags, belts and other accessories for men and women.

Treats at Café Marika
In the Arts Collinwood building, corner of Waterloo Road and E156 St. Some of the city’s best pastries, plus coffee, soups, pastry pockets and more. Stop for coffee, a light meal or a glass of wine.

Great Food at the Grovewood Tavern
North Shores Collinwood’s own Michelin-rated wine bar and upscale eatery, with a great selection by the bottle or glass, plus savory entrees that include seared tuna, diver scallops, bison steak and world-famous meatloaf. 216-531-4900.

Classic Fish Fry at Slovenian Home
Go back in time with crisp fish fillets and distinctive coleslaw prepared by the ladies of the Slovenian Workmen’s Home, 15335 Waterloo Road, 216-481-4378. (They have a bocce court, too!)

Get to Know the Neighborhood
Walking maps of North Shores Collinwood can be found at the Arts Collinwood Gallery or Cafe Marika. The walks are a fun -- and healthy! -- way to get a look at our neighborhood if you have never explored it before, and one loop specifically explores the Waterloo Village area.
There are some terrific bargains in artist-specific housing renovation projects in this great little pocket right now!Start and end at Arts Collinwood!
Come have coffee, sample fantastic pastry and stroll through the neighborhood.

Artist Housing available in Waterloo Village

$106,000 Fabulously Renovated Colonial, Quiet Street, Steps to Dining & Shops

FABULOUS 4 bedroom, FULLY RENOVATED 2100 SF Colonial in the heart of Waterloo Village, North Shores Collinwood's Arts & Entertainment District. Walk to shops, galleries, restaurants, entertainment, and more!

The first floor features a foyer, living room, formal dining room, family room, remodeled kitchen with all appliances (dishwasher, disposal, fridge, stove), mud room, half bath, upgraded floorings, and additional storage space.

The second floor features a large full bath with ceramic flooring and linen closet. The large Master bedroom includes his & her closets (walk in closet). Two additional bedrooms grace the second floor.

The fourth bedroom and a sitting room are on the finished third floor - a great space for teenagers, an in-home office, or out of town guests. The entire house is freshly painted throughout.

The back yard is fenced and features a two car garage and new driveway. The exterior of the home was retained in its original, beautiful shake shingle and was painted in an attractive Arts & Craft color palette.

Renovation included new windows, glass block windows in the basement, high efficiency furnace, air conditioning, upgraded electrical and plumbing, roof, and much, much more!

10 year reduced property tax abatement and $1500 additional appliance allowance included!!!

Be a part of Waterloo Village!!! To schedule an appointment to see this amazing home, call Heather Lazar at Northeast Shores Development Corporation at (216)481-7660.

Toy Drive for Neighborhood Children

St. John Lutheran Church is organizing a toy drive for neighborhood children. Distribution occurs this coming Saturday, December 15th at their church. They are still looking for toy contributions from the community. If you have new or slightly used toys, please consider donating for this important effort. We understand the church is particularly short on toys for girls, so dolls would be greatly appreciated.

Toys can be dropped off at St. John Lutheran Church located at 17403 Nottingham Road. Also, toys can be dropped off at the neighborhood Hunger Center located at 15220 Lakeshore Boulevard. The Hunger Center is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:45 am to 2:45 pm. Of course, they will also accept food or monetary donations as well.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Vicar Mike or Pastor Marcis at (216) 531-1156.

Carrousel Horses on the Move (Well, some of them)

Yesterday, three of the four Euclid Beach Carrousel horses owned by Euclid Beach Park Now were moved from Cafe Marika to the offices of Northeast Shores. It was great seeing the horses being marched up East 156th Street. Thank you again to the men of Euclid Beach Park Now that made this loan possible!

They are on display in our storefront level windows at least for the month of December, while final details for a display at Collinwood Nottingham Library are worked out.

We are excited to host the horses and hopes that our display continues to remind the neighborhood about our exciting plans to rebuild the Carrousel at its original location at Euclid Beach State Park.

Speaking of which, the Cleveland Plain Dealer ran an article about the status of the Carrousel. The content of the article is listed below:

Historical society just sits on Euclid Beach's carousel horses

Thursday, November 01, 2007
Laura Johnston
Plain Dealer Reporter

Buying the horses was supposed to be the hard part.

That accomplished, Cleveland leaders dreamed of restoring the legendary Euclid Beach Carousel to the lake, luring millions of visitors to a grand North Coast Harbor.

But a decade after they saved the carousel at auction, its 58 wooden horses and two chariots remain locked in storage in Macedonia, now restored and preserved by the Western Reserve Historical Society.
The society has no immediate plans for the 1909 carousel, President Gainor Davis said. The downtown proposal disintegrated years ago, and no group has the $10 million necessary to rebuild and maintain the carousel. Though local carousel groups say that number is inflated, seven years ago the estimate was $5 million.

"It will eventually be brought back into operation, but unfortunately not by us immediately," Davis said. "It's going to have to be a community effort."

The neighborhood around Euclid Beach Park - an oasis of rides and games, teenage dances and family picnics until 1969 - wants the carousel back to where East 169th Street ends at Lake Erie. Locals and visitors have signed petitions at hangouts, begging the historical society to work with the North Collinwood community. Yet activists say the historical society won't even consider it.

"They don't appear to have a plan for the carousel," said Elva Brodnick, president of Euclid Beach Park Now. "They have tried to do nothing with it. They're just trying to blow us off."

The Cleveland Planning Commission in 2004 approved placing the carousel at Euclid Beach, now open to the public as a state park. Brodnick wants to start raising money and the nonprofit Northeast Shores Development Corp. hopes to study the plan's feasibility.

But first, they need a letter from the historical society granting access to the carousel.

That hasn't happened.

Frustrated, Northeast Shores Executive Director Brian Friedman wrote to Sen. George Voinovich, detailing a conversation he had with Davis last spring. In an Oct. 22 letter, Friedman said Davis told him some carousel horses would be sold in a capital campaign.

City Councilman Michael Polensek got a copy of the letter and fired off his own to Davis.

"This magical machine was never intended to be put on the auction or sale block again," he wrote. "Groups are prepared to go to the wall to bring the carrousel back to life, not in pieces or in some far-off private collection, but intact and operating back home where it belongs in Cleveland."

Davis denied any plans to sell parts of the carousel.

That's good news to Polensek, who remembers the carousel as a wondrous part of his childhood. But local activists aren't satisfied.

"If they decide to frame the conversation in that nobody has financial ability to re-erect it, it leaves a strategy in that they can say, 'Why can't we sell it off piecemeal? It's foolish to just leave it sitting in a warehouse,' " Friedman said.

Joe Tomaro, who with his business partner owns Euclid Beach paraphernalia, from ride cars to the famous, funhouse sentry Laughing Sal, just wants to see the restored carousel horses.

"They totally shut the door on everything," Tomaro said. "It just never materialized."

This article is available at the Plain Dealer's website at:
http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/119390611027660.xml&coll=2&thispage=1

Neighborhood Officer offers Safety Tips

Cleveland Police Officer Bob Guttu was highlighted on News Channel 5, providing safety tips for you and your loved ones this holiday season. It is great to see Officer Guttu getting this kind of coverage. He has been tremendous to work with and is regularly seen at many neighborhood meetings and events.

Check out the video at:
http://www.newsnet5.com/video/14694826/index.html?taf=nn5

Officer Guttu is available for a FREE safety inspection of your home or business. Contact Barb Mullally at bmullally@northeastshores.org for more details.

Black Friday is Over, Time to Shoparooni

With Black Friday over, you should have already purchased all the discount HD televisions, bargain bedding, and sweater vests you need for the boring members of your family. Time to spice your holiday spirit with a little Shoparooni.
In late October, Shoparooni opened their doors at 15813 Waterloo and the response has been fantastic! The store specializes in unique clothing, shoes, accessories, books and decor that you won't see at your local mall! Buy your quircky brother a pocket mustache. Buy your roommate the booklet on "How to Date a Hooker!" Purchase a handbag for your girlfriend. And don't forget the shoes!

Marlee and Steve Brown are the owners and they have done a fantastic job of creating a unique experience that pulls you in and never lets you go! Come shop the neighborhood and visit Shoparooni at 15813 Waterloo. Hours are similar to the Beachland Ballroom, Music Saves, and Cafe Marika. So, check them out between acts at the Beachland or after a late dinner at the Grovewood, Scotti's or Bistro 185.

Too lazy to leave the house? Love Internet shopping so much that it may be your new addiction? Shoparooni also just launched their online store. Check out their wares at www.shoparooni.com

Prepare for next Thanksgiving now!

With Thanksgiving behind us, it reminds us all about the blessing that each annual harvest represents. If you are like the staff at Northeast Shores, it also presents a moment to reflect on where your food truly comes from before it reaches your table.

Recently, we have been very involved in the increasing opportunities for residents to reconnect with the soil. Neighborhood gardens are growing (pun intended), but we want more people to take advantage of these gardening opportunities.

The neighborhood added a City Fresh site this year but hopes to expand the program significantly in 2008. City Fresh offers a way for neighbors to easily connect with food that is locally grown by farmers within the City and in the countryside. In the process, you will meet other neighbors, interact with children, learn important facts and tips about nutrition, sample locally grown food, and share in fun events, including music or potlucks. If you are interested in fresh vegetables, it is time to start planning now (before spring is upon us). We are seeking additional volunteers to expand the City Fresh program right here in the North Shores Collinwood neighborhood. If you are interested, please contact Barb at bmullally@northeastshores.org. If you have never heard of City Fresh, read to your heart's content at www.cityfresh.org.

If you are really into gardening and want to know how to make a side income with your garden, a wonderful training opportunity is upcoming. OSU Extension will be offering the Market Garden Training Program again in January 2008. This entrepreneurial training program provides a foundation in urban agriculture, business development and direct marketing to help Cleveland area residents start their own agricultural enterprises in the city. The program meets one evening a week for twelve weeks and is taught by a variety of professionals in the field including researchers and faculty from Ohio State University Extension, Ohio Farmers Union, small farmers, urban growers, and local chefs. Again, contact Barb at bmullally@northeastshores.org to get additional information.

Think Globally, Buy Locally!

Curfew Sweep

The Safety Steering committee keeps hearing about all the kids out after curfew. So, they decided to do something about it!

On Friday night, November 9th, was a Ward 11 curfew sweep looking for kids under 15 hanging on the streets. Well, it rained Friday night and the kids stayed inside. Oh, the cops picked up a few. Their parental units were fined $100.

In the spring, when the weather is nicer, we'll do it again! The sad part is the number of unattended young people out there. Whatever happened to Friday night pizza and a video at home? Us single moms knew that on Friday night, the single dads would be at the video store with the kids. Made for nice shopping. Heh heh.

Hang with the kids. Make it fun. Keep 'em safe!

Awards Dinner - Hall of Fame - Frank Brodnick

At the end of the Awards Dinner, we added one name to the North Collinwood Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was established in 2003 and new inductees were added at the opening ceremony of each year's East 185th Street Festival. With the end of the festival, we feel it is important to keep this commendation alive and will add names to the North Collinwood Hall of Fame at our annual awards dinner.

Previous inductees to the hall include Carl Bork Sr (2003), Tony Petkovsek (2003), Michael Polensek (2003), Walter Jackshaw (2004), Humphrey Family (2004), Kollar Family (2005), Frank Kochevar (2005), and Frank Sadar (2006).

This year, we added the late Frank Brodnick to the North Collinwood Hall of Fame. It is very appropriate that Frank Brodnick be recognized as part of the
North Collinwood Hall of Fame for his devotion to the neighborhood.

Although Frank was a resident of Eastlake, his heart was here at Euclid Beach.

This award was presented to his wife, Elva. Frank left us this past June.
Only the good die young! The community will miss Frank for all his work to revitalize Euclid Beach State Park and the memory of the amusement park.

Frank was the president of Euclid Beach Park Now and a member of the Northeast Shores Board of Directors. He was a champion for causes such as bringing the carrousel back to the park, extending the fishing pier, annual Euclid Beach Park celebration event and the accurate rebuilding of the Euclid Beach Entrance Arch. If it wasn't for Frank's efforts to save the Arch, it is likely that restoration would not have occurred and this important neighborhood landmark would be demolished.

His wife Elva will now be filling many of those positions and we all know that Frank will be guiding her efforts.

It is with great pleasure that we recognize Frank Brodnick as part of the North Collinwood Hall of Fame for 2007.

Please note that Elva was so taken back by this surprise that she sent the following editorial to the Euclid Sun Scoop:

Brodnik's widow expresses deep joy, gratitude
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Euclid Sun Journal
To the editor:

On Nov. 8, Northeast Shores Development Corp. made my late husband, Frank Brodnick, the 2007 inductee into the North Collinwood Hall of Fame.

What a wonderful surprise which it truly was. I was actually rendered speechless, which to those who know me well, is quite a feat. Although, I think Frank may have figured it out; why else did I have orders to wear that "Hawaiian" shirt that night?

This is to say what I should have said and couldn't say that night. Thanks to all who chose to honor Frank in this very special way. Thanks, too, to all who helped keep this wonderful surprise a secret at least from me.

To Northeast Shores Development Corp., Euclid Beach Park Now and more and I gather there were quite a number of them. They really did it in a really big way and we loved every minute of it. To have such very special friends is truly a rare thing. For those friends to choose to remember Frank in a way as special as did is even rarer.

Frank and I felt truly blessed to be part of the North Collinwood community; the "Frank-and-Elva" team goes on, working for everything "North Collinwood" that was so dear to us. That Frank could have such a legacy is humbling. That everyone recognized it, is even more so.

So, with the heartfelt thanks that I could not speak that night, I thank everyone for making this the wonderful surprise it was, and again thanks for this very special tribute to Frank. To have such wonderful friends come together for something as special as this means so much to us.

Elva Brodnick
On Behalf of Frank Brodnick
Eastlake

The quote can also be seen electronically at the Euclid Sun Journal's website or by clicking: http://www.cleveland.com/euclidsunjournal/editorials/index.ssf?/base/opinion-0/119513215549490.xml&coll=4

Awards Dinner - NPI

At the November 8th Awards Dinner, Neighborhood Progress, Inc. (NPI) was recognized as the "Neighborhood Partner of the Year".

NPI was recongized for a number of reasons. Over the last decade, NPI has provided Northeast Shores crucial operating support to support our operations. This operating support has remained constant over the decade, which allows us to plan for the future with comfort that large shocks to our budget will not occur.

In addition, many residents in the neighborhood are familiar with the recently completed Waterloo Streetscape Plan. This plan was primarily funded with a TLCI grant from the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA). NOACA requires a signficant local match for this program. In the case of the Waterloo Streetscape Plan, NPI stepped up to the plate and provided us the necessary match to proceed with the plan. After a year of insightful meetings with residents and Waterloo business owners, this plan is now in the first steps of implementation.

As the Waterloo Plan reaches completion, we begin our endeavors on the Euclid Beach Fishing Pier Feasibility Study. This study was funded primarily by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Again, a significant local match was necessary to receive the grant and, again, NPI stepped up and funded our local match. This plan is just now starting and we are looking forward to working with URS Consultants to determine if a pier can be reconstructed at Euclid Beach.

Also, NPI has funded a three-year branding strategy for Waterloo Road. We are just starting the initial steps on implementing this strategy with assistance from our consultant, Melanie Hershberger. It is wonderful that NPI has agreed to fund this effort, since increasing regional exposure to our successes on Waterloo is essential to moving the commercial district back from the brink of total blight.

In addition to these funding efforts, the staff of NPI (and their affiliate VCC) have provided countless hours of technical assistance to the staff and board of Northeast Shores. This assistance has greatly helped our efforts and allows us to implement best practices that were proved successful in other Cleveland neighborhoods and nationwide.

(Bobbi Reichtell, Senior Program Officer at NPI, accepted the award on behalf of the organization.)

All of these efforts to improve North Shores Collinwood would not be possible without the support of NPI. We want to thank all of the staff at NPI for their assistance over the years.

Awards Dinner - Federated Auto Parts

During the awards dinner, Federated Auto Parts was recognized as the "Business of the Year" in the North Shores Collinwood neighborhood.

Federated Auto Parts was recognized for the significant community investment that the business has made to the East 185th St. commercial district.

By working with the City of Cleveland Storefront Program, Federated has invested in upgrading the building on the corner of Kildeer Ave and East 185th Street. As a former bank building, Federated permitted Fifth Third Bank to operate the ATM located along the front of the business.

Federated Auto was open to once again having the time and temperature sign restored on the building. This eye catching electric sign is seen by all of the motorists traveling along the one-mile commercial strip of East 185th St.

We thank Federated for the significant investment in our neighborhood.

Awards Dinner - Fifth Third Bank

During the awards dinner on November 8th, Fifth Third Bank was recognized as the "Community Investment of the Year."

Fifth Third Bank demolished an old vacant building at the south end of the East 185th St. commercial district and invested in opening the fifth banking institution on the street.

The 3,700 square foot building generated eight new jobs in the district. The building is beautiful and is proof that North Collinwood is well worth the investment! Fifth Third invested over one million dollars because they believe in the urban core of the city.

In addition, Fifth Third Bank is a major partner in the Glencove Condominiums that are starting soon. This project is very important to the East 156th strip. Without Fifth Third providing construction loan financing, this project would not be possible.

North Shores Collinwood also hosted the Fifth Third Bank Homeonwership Mobile for the second year. This bus is a travelling banking center where individuals can open accounts, apply for a home loan, and also receive free credit counseling. For the last two years, the Dave's Supermarket on Lakeshore Boulevard has hosted the bus. This year, our stop on the tour had the highest vists of any site in the region!

We thank Fifth Third Bank for their community caring and their new investment in our future.

Awards Dinner - Earlene Flood

Mrs. Earlean Flood was recognized as the "Resident of the Year" for her years of service and support as the leader of the East 147-148-149th St. Block Club.

Although Mrs. Flood did not grow up in Cleveland, she has come to love this neighborhood and has fought the good fight to keep her street from being taken over by crime and decay.

The East 147-148-149th St. Block Club has been instrumental in bringing awareness to the police and code enforcement departments as to the issues on these streets. In a tireless effort, this 76 year old leader continues to make phone calls to have the needed services brought to this area, organize block club meetings, bring Judge Ray Pianka of Housing Court to the street and monitor street activities.

Mrs. Flood also believes in celebrating victories. The block club hosts an annual dinner dance with great food and good music. They collect funds to purchase and distribute school supplies to the neighborhood children.

Mrs. Earlene Flood is one of the special people who work for the good of our neighborhood without expecting to be recognized for her work. We thank Mrs. Flood for her dedication.

Awards Dinner - Collinwood Area Church Council

Each day, we will share information about an awardee from the November 8th Awards Dinner. Today, we highlight why the Collinwood Church Council was recognized as the "Neighborhood Organization of the Year".

The Collinwood area church pastors came together to address the growing needs of the community. In the Spring of 1995 with the support of area churches, the Food Pantry project was started.

Three days a week, the North Collinwood food pantry operates with a core group of volunteers who distribute food to the needy.

The previous location at Immanuel Church had several obstacles for food distribution. When a new food pantry location was needed, Pastor Walther Marcis was able to secure a spot on Lakeshore Blvd near Huntmere Ave. This former retail store was perfect for the food pantry since it did not have any stairs, making it easier for the elderly and food deliveries.

At this location, distribution to needy residents has increased 50% and now also includes a clothing area also.

The Food Pantry Expansion helps to better serve the needy of our community and, coincidentally enough, much of the food distributed is purchased from the Cleveland FoodBank (location of the Awards Dinner).

Awards Dinner was Wonderful!

Nearly 100 community supporters dined on chicken marsalla, pasta with fresh vegetables, garden salad and the most beautiful chiffon cakes for dessert. Catering was provided by Bistro 185. The East 185th St. Arabica provided coffee. John's Fun House donated balloons. Jackpot brought the music and the helped set the mood. Thanks to everyone who came and support efforts along the North Shores.


Northeast Shores hosted an Awards and Recognition Dinner on November 8th at the Cleveland Food Bank.

After an opening address by Bobbi Reichtell from NPI, the awards ceremony commenced.

Award winners included Earlene Flood, Neighborhood Progress Inc., Federated Auto Parts, Fifth Third Bank and the Collinwood Food Pantry. In the upcoming days, look for blogs about each of these winners.

We had so much fun, we think we'll do it again next year!

Northeast Shores Annual Award Dinner

Northeast Shores

Awards & Recognition Dinner

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Cleveland FoodBank, 15500 South Waterloo Road.

Doors open at 5:30 pm, event to promptly start at 6:00 pm.

Northeast Shores Dev. Corp. will be hosting our first Awards and Recognition
Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 8th.

Tickets are $25 each or $150 for a corporate table. Please call (216) 481-7660 to reserve your tickets.

Bistro 185 will cater the event and Ed Morrison is our key note speaker.

We will be recognizing businesses and resident leaders.

Waterloo Village Artist Housing Symposium

The Waterloo Village Artist Housing Symposium will occur on Saturday, October 20 in the Arts Collinwood Gallery located at 15605 Waterloo Road.

The event will run from 5:00 to 6:00. At 6:00, please enjoy walking tours of the neighborhood and the closing reception for the Razzle-Dazzle exhibit.

This event is free and open to the public!

Become a part of our growing community in Cleveland's newest arts and entertainment district! Get ideas, tips, and information on affordable home ownership, live/work spaces, designing your own space, and programs and options specifically geared toward artists that can make all of this possible for you!

Speakers include:
Seth Beattie, Community Partnership for Arts and Culture (CPAC), will discuss Artist Housing Trends
Abby Maier, COSE Artist Network, will discuss Cost Management in Artist Careers
Sarit Zamir, Primerica Financial Services, will discuss Financial Planning and Equity Options
Heather Thomas Lazar, Northeast Shores, will discuss Available Programs and Current Efforts

Looking forward to seeing you there!

This program is a joint presentation by Arts Collinwood and Northeast Shores!

Open House for Law Enforcement

We were asked by the Cleveland Police to post the following opportunity:

Open House

Law Enforcement

Explorers Post #7

Interested in a career in Law Enforcement?

Let us help you start your resume right now.

The Cleveland Division of Police is the proud sponsor of this group of career minded young adults.

Topics covered are:
Traffic Stops, Traffic Control, Citations, Accidents, Report Writing, Building Searches, Domestic Violence, Crime Scene Investigation, Crime Prevention, Bicycle Patrol, First Aid, Community Relations, and the Ohio Revised Code.

If you are between the ages of 14 to 21, and have a desire for a Law Enforcement Experience, join us for an informational open house on:

October 25th, 2007

6:30 - 9:00

F.O.P. Hall

2249 Payne Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio 44113

For more information, call (216) 623-5080

Waterloo Article in the Plain Dealer

Today's Plain Dealer featured a great story about our Waterloo Road efforts. This story was prominently displayed on the cover of the Arts and Life Section. The story started with the history of Music Saves and featured many photos of artists endeavoring in the district.

The story was fabulous and we are very thankful that the Plain Dealer highlighted our progress on the street to date.

If you missed the story, follow the links below to read the article on-line:

http://blog.cleveland.com/top_entertainment/2007/09/can_waterloo_road_be_cleveland.html

Great Disc Golf Event!

The Clevleand Roc Disc Golf Open occurred right here in the neighborhood over the Labor Day weekend. This entire event was the endeavor or our local business owner, Scott Nathanson.

We want to applaud Scott Nathanson for putting on a tremendous event during Labor Day weekend. The Cleveland Roc Disc Golf Open occurred at Sims Park and the Cuyahoga County Airport.

Between competitions, participants and observers gathered at Scott's Italian Eatery on East 185th Street to get refueled.

Scott did a great job securing neighborhood support for the event. As a sponsor of the event, Scott created the banner shown here. Doesn't it look great?

We hope the Cleveland Roc Disc Golf Open can continue to grow each year. Scott's work on the event is really commendable.

Vote for North Shores Collinwood at Fox Cleveland

Fox Cleveland (Channel 8) is having a contest for the Best of Cleveland. We all know the best of Cleveland is right here in North Shores Collinwood but I guess we have to go through the trouble of voting.

So, please vote early and often for all of these North Shores Collinwood businesses:

• Beach Club Bistro (Best Pizza)
• Bistro 185 (Best New American)
• Beachland Ballroom and Tavern (Best Live Music Venue)
• Time Out Grille (Best Neighborhood Bar)
• Grovewood Tavern (Best Wine Bar)
• Music Saves (Best Records and CDs)
• Arabica Coffee House (Best Coffee Shop)
• Raddel's Sausage Shop (Best Gourmet Grocery)

Also, a few neighborhood residents are also up for the contest, such as:

• David Scott Salon (Best Hair Salon)
• Jakewear (Best Men's Clothing)
• Nighttown (Best Jazz and Blues)
• Old Erie Street Bookstore (Best Bookstore)
• Lucy's Sweet Surrender (Best Cakes)

Please go right now to http://myfoxcleveland.cityvoter.com/ and vote in all of these categories.

Block Clubs Make a Difference

Today, Philip Morris reported in the Plain Dealer about the good work of our block clubs.

Residents do make a difference! Want to join a block club or start a new one? Call Barb Mullally at 481-7660.

Missed the article? See the link below:
http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/opinion/1189672985182260.xml&coll=2&thispage=1

Cleveland City Council is Coming to Collinwood

Ever wonder what a City Council meeting is like, but didn't want to go downtown?

Now is your chance to see a City Council meeting right in your backyard!

On Monday, September 17, Cleveland City Council will be holding their regularly scheduled meeting at the Slovenian Workman's Home at 15335 Waterloo Road. The meeting starts at 7:00 and we would love to see the neighborhood come out!

Closed for the Season

This Sunday, September 9th, Euclid Beach Park Now will be celebrating the sounds and memories of Euclid Beach Amusement Park.

The event is free and will occur from 1:00 to 5:00. The event boasts Carrousel horses, ride cars, and a car show. Traditional food from Euclid Beach will also be available including popcorn balls and candy kisses.

In case of inclement weather, the rain date is September 23rd.

Come on out as Euclid Beach Comes to Life Again!

Waterloo Arts Festival

On July 28, Arts Collinwood closed down Waterloo Road and we celebrated the arts on a beautiful summer day.

This year's Waterloo Arts Festival was the biggest yet. The event continues to grow each year, both with the number of attendees and activities going on.

This year, many new events really expanded the event. Blogapalooza occurred in the tavern at the Beachland Ballroom. The bloggers had a great range of music and comedy to enjoy throughout the day. Also, Joan of Art organized a great arts show just next to her True Art gallery. Euclid Beach Park Now expanded their programming with a Carrousel Horse carving and painting exhibit. Also, the Zaller Building hosted three different art shows inside the building along with an exhibit in the sculpture garden. In the nearby residential neighborhood, two houses in the Waterloo Village area were open for showings.

New merchants on the street also participated this year. Cafe Marika was open for its first festival. Shoparoonie installed "coming soon" signage at their new home at 15813 Waterloo Road. The ThInk gallery and tattoo shop allowed Progressive Arts Alliance to paint a Waterloo mural on their building.

The day was great and we thank everyone for coming out. Plans are already underway for next year's event. If you have a thought about the day's festivities, please let us know.

Waterloo Arts and Entertainment District celebrates its rich past

Yesterday, the intersection of East 152nd and Waterloo Road was named Frankie Yankovic Square. Yankovic, the Polka King, learned how to play polka near that intersection.

The naming of the square feeds right into the rich musical heritage of the street. Just down the street from Frankie Yankovic Square is the Beachland Ballroom, which is the best musical venue in the region.

More information on the naming of the square can be found in this Plain Dealer story featured on the front page of the paper:
http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/118777214838490.xml&coll=2

Burke Lakefront Airport Meeting

The future of Burke Lakefront Airport has a profound impact on the City of Cleveland and the North Shores Collinwood neighborhood.

Public meetings about what should occur at the airport are occurring soon. Please come out and share your views.

Please see the message below sent by the Cleveland Airport System:

Citizen Input Necessary To Deciding Future of Burke Lakefront Airport

Work has begun on a multi-faceted analysis that will help city officials determine once
and for all the future of Burke Lakefront Airport.

“A critical piece to the analysis is input derived from residents concerning the fate of the airport and property, “says Airport Director Ricky Smith. “It is critical that we hear the thoughts and feelings of the public in regard to this sometimes controversial project.’ Two public workshops have already taken place with one more slated for late August and another in September. Dates will be announced on the airport website: www.clevelandairport.com.

Individuals who are unable to attend any of the workshops may also visit the airport website to keep informed of project updates and/or share their thoughts and views.

Euclid Beach Exhibit rocks gallery!

During the weekend of July 13th, the Arts Collinwood Gallery was filled with an exhibit celebrating the memories of the Euclid Beach Amusement Park. This weekend was selected because it was the 10-year anniversery of when the Carrousel returned to Cleveland.

As many of you know, Northeast Shores is eagerly pushing to have the Carrousel returned to its original location inside Euclid Beach State Park. At the gallery, petitions were signed to convince the Western Reserve Historical Society to work with Northeast Shores and Euclid Beach Park Now on this exciting project.

As you can see from the pictures, the exhibit was well-attended and everyone had a great time.
If you missed this great exhibit, many Euclid Beach items are on display at the Cuyahoga County Fair. The Plain Dealer ran a story about the fair exhibit in today's Plain Dealer. You can read the story at the link below. It is our understanding that petitions will be available for signature at the fair, as well. Please help us in our efforts to return the Carrousel to its original home!
http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/1186303081252800.xml&coll=2

No event on East 185th Street this weekend

No, there is no East 185th Street Festival this year. I know that it's been around forever. Actually just the last 28 years. The polka and beer event started out small but grew very large. The cost of the event kept going up! Gambling revenues helped to pay for $50,000 worth, $25,000 worth of entertainment. The State of Ohio changed the gambling laws and Northeast Shores could no longer benefit from the profits. In 2006, Northeast Shores lost $12,000. Can't keep doing that so the Board decided to not sponsor the festival in 2007. The East 185th Street merchants were working to pull off a festival event but plans did not come together for this year. Sorry that there is no festival but the East 185th Street merchants and restaurants are still open for business. Try something new. Have dinner at anyone of the many great places along the mile long strip. Or just take the dog for a walk and stop at Mickey's for ice cream. Lot's of summer things to do around the neighborhood.

Get some money to continue your community project

North Shores Collinwood has sponsored MANY Neighborhood Connections Grant applications. The next grant deadline is August 10th at 5:00 pm. Does your community group have an idea that could use some financial support? Examples here in our own backyard include, Arts Collinwood youth classes, Huntmere block party, Macauley Health Fair, computer center, community garden equipment, East Shore Park Club music, Overlook Park music, Beachland Park music, the list goes on. Call BARB for support in applying or go to the website: www.neighborhoodgrants.org. Become a grant writer! Apply today.

Lakeshore Merchants This Thursday

In the past several months, the Lakeshore Merchants Association has started meeting again. Although attendance is not great, interest is high. Northeast Shores Board Member, Frank Brodnick was the acting Committee Chairperson. Unfortunately, we lost Frank on June 22nd. Without his enthusiasm, the committee could be in big trouble. The next meeting of the Lakeshore Merchants Assoc. takes place on Thursday, July 26th, 9:00 am at the Lakeshore Golden Age Center. Let's hope that the merchants will step up to the plate and show their leadership and interest in this commercial district. Councilman Michael Polensek strongly supports this group. Residents will support businesses that care. Show you care. Come to the meeting.

Wine and Cheese!

The East 147-148-149th St. Block Club is having a Wine and Cheese Tasting Event
Saturday, August 11th, 4:00-7:00 pm on the corner of Lakeshore Blvd. and East 148th St.
A $10 donation will not only buy you a taste, but will support the Block Club purchase school supplies for neighborhood children. Block Club Chairperson, Mrs. Earlean Flood always hosts a great party and with the support of Mrs. Marquarite Hill, this should be a great event. Contact BARB at Northeast Shores for ticket information. 216-481-7660 or bmullally@northeastshores.org

Need a roof?

Are you in need of a new roof but continue to put it off?
Like me!
My roof is 30 years old. Although it's still in place, it's drying out and the edges are starting to curl up.
I don't look at the ceiling in that one second floor bedroom because I'm hoping the water stain will go away.
The roof will probably cost about $5,000.
If I spend the money on the roof, it's just one more year I don't get my dream vacation in Paris or Tokyo.
I have the line of credit that I used for the siding and new windows.
I don't want to spend the money but now that the furnace has been replaced, the roof is next.
Then my boss, Brian starts talking about an idea generated by Judge Pianka about group buying for residential roofs.
The Judge is trying to gather 10 residents who are financially able to replace their roof and would do it if there were some breaks available.
Breaks such as; group buying power, low interest loans.
If you think you might be interested in such an opportunity, let me know so we can move to make it happen. Every little bit of support to keep great residents here in our great neighborhood is what this is all about.
I look forward to hearing from you,
E-mail Barb at bmullally@northeastshores.org

Going, going, gone!

The most recent Northeast Shores newsletter is published and fully distributed.

What does that mean for you? Pick up your copy quick at a local business before you miss the chance. Also, don't come into our offices and demand 100 copies, because it is fully distributed! That means gone!

Of course, you could just download the .pdf and save a tree by reading it online.
http://www.northeastshores.org/summer07news.pdf

Our most recent newsletter and older issues are available at:
http://www.northeastshores.org/news.htm

Feel free to read old issues if, um, you are bored or are doing a history project on the neighborhood or something.

PD Schwebel's Story Premature

In the Sunday Plain Dealer (7/8/07, page B4), a story ran about the potential loss of the Schwebel's Bakery Outlet located on East 185th Street.
This story was very disappointing to read, because the timing of the article is seriously premature. Although plans have been presented to replace the exisiting buildings at the corner of East 185th Street and Lakeshore Boulevard with a Rite Aid, Rite Aid has not executed their options on the properties. Once the options are executed (which is expected in the next 90 days), then Schwebel's has six months until they have to vacate their space. Until that time, Schwebel's is required to pay rent at their current location.
Northeast Shores and the City of Euclid have made many efforts to begin finding Schwebel's a new location on East 185th Street, but the owner of Schwebel's feels these efforts are too early. I don't blame him! He has not received word yet that he may have to move almost a year from now. Spaces that we may show him now may not be available when they need to move and other spaces may be available that aren't today.
Our position that this story was premature was shared with the Plain Dealer. They ran the story anyways. We can only request and hope that the Plain Dealer runs another story in nine months when Schwebel's reopens at their new, yet-to-be-determined location.
To read the Plain Dealer story in full, click the following link:
http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/cuyahoga/1183883856287330.xml&coll=2

We Lost a Great One

On June 22, Northeast Shores was holding a great fundraiser at the Beachland Ballroom when Frank Brodnick was stricken by a major heart attack and passed away.

Losing Frank will have a major impact on the neighborhood. Frank was extremely dedicated to the community and was a major force when it comes to many major endeavors.

If it wasn't for Frank, the Euclid Beach Arch would not have been rebuilt.

Please help us remember Frank's memory and passion by becoming more involved in our efforts to improve Euclid Beach State Park and Lakeshore Boulevard.

Frank's obituary can be found here:

http://www.cleveland.com/plaindealer/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-0/1182933620133010.xml&coll=2

Save-A-Lot coming to East 185th Street

This past week, Northeast Shores was instrumental in acquiring the former Tops site. Soon after Independence Day, the existing store and parking lot will be transferred to Save-A-Lot. Save-A-Lot is investing $3 million in the site and is excited to become a major part of the East 185th Street Business District. Details about the other two sites on the street are coming soon.

Read coverage of the Save-A-Lot in the Euclid Sun Journal at:
http://www.cleveland.com/sun/euclidsunjournal/index.ssf?/base/news-0/1182444381136360.xml&coll=3