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HAPPY 2009!
Free family entertainment PLUS exercise beginning this month: get those cross country skis ready for the first big January snow at Briardale Golf Course! Warm up afterward in Sticks Pub & Grille (call 216-261-8574 for winter hours)
Ski next door to check out Euclid YMCA’s special promotion! December 26th-January 31st join the Y and get 50% off the joiner’s fee plus free enrollment in the new Smart Start Program. Contact Tiffany Mattox, Membership Director at 216-731-7454 or tmattox@clevelandymca.org. Winter Program session begins 1/5/08. Swimming lessons, basketball, Zumba, Yoga, Line Dancing and more!!
Jan 3 is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day (think I’m kidding? Google it!) — savor that last lonely picked-over foiled wrapped piece of goo in your Christmas candy box like it’s a holiday!
Sun Jan 4, Sunday Brunch at Beachland Tavern on Waterloo Rd from 11-3, every Sunday–Loveable soundman, bartender, rock drummer (for Stimulus Package) and fantasy sports fanatic Johnny Polomsky will be rockin’ tunes while you eat yummy food at THE Beachland Brunch, vegetarian and vegan-friendly too (no worries meat eaters, they’re makin’ bacon as well). Beer, wine & fancy dressed-up cocktails too!
The rush is over, the holiday continues. Treat yourself to a quiet New Year’s stroll along Waterloo, where you’ll find the JON LANGFORD show at WATERLOO 7 GALLERY (16006 Waterloo) into 2009, along with a gallery full of work by Jerry Schmidt and other artists – all marked down 10% (except the dogs, they’re either full price or free, you’ll have to ask). Gallery hours Fri 6-10, Sat 2-10, Sun 1-6. Phone 239-293-9458.
While you’re there, admire Jerry Schmidt’s LIGHTED SCULPTURE GARDEN at the east side of the Zaller Building and poke your nose into every store with an OPEN sign in the window. Shopping the way it used to be, and still should: locally owned businesses with the owners on premises, anxious to know what they can do to enhance your experience-chat ‘em up & soak up some neighborly atmosphere.
Vision Gallery’s “FULL CIRCLE” (including an inflatable mylar installation) can be seen (and shopped at) weekends by appointment through January 10. Vision Gallery is at 410 E. 156. Call 216-486-2886.
Ignoring your creative side? Start a winter-friendly hobby for pleasure or profit! Mon Jan 5, Euclid Art Association meeting, 7 PM at East Shore United Methodist, 23002 Lake Shore. Use back door entrance; park behind the church or in front of Marc’s. Refreshments too! Open to all, $2.00 donation suggested. Program presented by Frank Ashton, award winning artist and currently Art History teacher at Lakeland Community College, who will teach you how to use pastels. Their fledgling website, www.euclidart.com, features separate members’ pages with short bios and picture galleries. For a small fee as a member, you can display your oeuvre d’art there too!
Mon Jan 5, Executive Finance Committee Meeting in Council Chambers addresses pending litigation at 6 PM.
Also Jan 5, the first Euclid City Council meeting of 2009 at 7 PM in council chambers, or on a TV near you!
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EUCLID LIBRARY WELCOMES YOU IN FROM THE COLD:
~~Consider joining monthly book discussions held both mornings and evenings as a way to thaw your brain & enjoy the company of others this winter. Snuggle up with a copy of The Man Who Loved China: the fantastic story of the eccentric scientist who unlocked the mysteries of the Middle Kingdom so you’ll be ready to talk about it at 10:30 AM on Mon Jan 5 in the Babbitt Rm.
….or devour Tuck Everlasting by Jan 14 to join the evening group at 7 PM, also in the Babbitt Rm.
~~Can’t afford a plane ticket? Pack a snack instead, & experience Hawaii to the Max at 2 PM Tues Jan 6 in the Shore Rm. as part of the twice monthly Arm Chair Travel series.
~~Listen to Goodnight Moon and other favorite bedtime stories you love to read together at 7 PM Tues Jan 6 in the Shore Rm. Stories, activities, & more. Come in PJs if you like, bring your favorite stuffed friend, and some lucky guest will win a gift basket that includes tickets to “Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny” ! No registration required, for grades K-2.
~~The Cookbook Discussions group says “Everything Old is New Again”: Retro Recipes is the featured topic on Wed Jan 7, 7 PM in the Shore Rm. Register to join this group of 20 food fans; bring your favorite recipe, and a flavorsome sample to show how it’s done!
~~Kids get cabin fever too. For your bored and restless teen, Anime Club meets every Thurs at 3 PM beginning Jan 8 in the Lake Rm. They watch and discuss popular anime films and the role these movies play in Japanese culture.
~~Coming up: Creative teens can start working now on an original poem to share at the Teen Poet’s Café in the Erie/Babbitt Rms. on Jan 21 at 3 PM, and monthly thereafter. For true coffeehouse atmosphere, java will be provided.
(Call 216-261-5300 ext 138 for teen program info.)
~~Family Storytimes winter session begins Jan 26, both daytime and evening programs available. No registration necessary, but space is limited.
~~Positive reinforcement for your reluctant reader: Sign your grade 1-4 student up for Reading with Rover on Sat Jan 10 from 9:30-11, registration begins Jan 3. Licensed therapy dogs will lap up every word. Register in Children’s Services or call 216-261-5300 x102.
~~New daytime Children’s Storytime session begins Jan 26, call Children’s Services to register. (A bright spot in any preschooler’s week-and I’m not ashamed to say I looked forward to Miss Caroline’s weekly “show” as much as my companion did!)
Pick up a copy of the new Library Lines schedule for January through April for more!
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Thurs Jan 8, weekly Family Fun Swim 6-7:30 in the Euclid High girls’ pool. www.euclidrecreation.com
ExperienceEuclid.com Website Community Meeting Thurs Jan 8, 7:00 pm at Euclid Public Library. Wish you could see what’s happening in Euclid on one website? Want to invite people to your event so they can experience what your organization has to offer? Here’s your solution!– www.experienceeuclid.com. Euclid Chamber of Commerce and the City of Euclid teamed up to create this one-stop site to discover everything going on in Euclid. Its calendar will list community events hosted by the City, Schools, Library, Hospital, Chamber of Commerce and more! Thanks to support from the City of Euclid and B.R.I.D.G.E.S., organizations can go online to submit events to the calendar. You’re invited to this informational meeting to learn how to use the website as a tool to increase event awareness for your organization. No RSVP’s required. Questions, contact Jessica Forsythe, Euclid Chamber of Commerce: 216-731-9322.
WHAT’S YOUR FANTASY EVENT? Make it a reality at Bistro 185, then post it here!
Bistro 185 is available for custom events such as private chef dinners for up to 10 people, cooking classes, special occasions, wine dinners and more. Available any weekday (not available Fridays or Saturdays). If you have a special request or idea for a dining event, please ask. We love to tailor events to guests’ wishes. To schedule an event, or discuss an idea, please call 216.481.9635 and ask for Ruth Levine. www.bistro185.com.
Retired rockers from the musical 60s & 70s, RISE UP from your rockers and mosey on down the street to Beachland Ballroom on Waterloo Rd. to catch a blast from your past and still get home by midnight!-January brings Leon Russell, Jonathan Edwards, and Robert Gordon to town. Cool role reversal–make your kids stay home with the grandkids while Mom & Dad catch a concert! www.beachlandballroom.com tells you all you need to know.
~~ONGOING:~~
Euclid Recreation Department: Jan 6 – Feb 24 Learn to Swim winter session. Sessions have changed from 6 weeks to 8 weeks. Fee: $25.00 w/ID $40.00 Non Resident, all classes held on Tues Eve or Sat Morn.
Take Your Mark, Get Set,Swim (children’s class) Fee: $25.00 w/ID $40.00 Non Resident
Classes held on Wed, ages 5-12 Level 2s and above. Winter session Jan 7 – Feb 25. If you and your child are interested in learning about competitive swimming, but not quite ready for the commitment of an established swim team, this program is for you. This 8 week session will cover strokes, starts, turns, terms, and goal setting. The last day will be a “fun meet” where participants can put their skills together!
C E ORR Arena: Learn to Skate is a 6 week program offered on Tues eve (6:30 or 7:00 pm) OR
Sat morn (10:30 am) All classes are 30 min. Resident w/ Rec ID: $37.50, Non Resident: $52.50
Tues Sessions: Jan 6. – Feb. 10 Registration on Jan 6 at ice arena before or after class.
Sat Sessions: Jan. 24 – March 7 (No class Feb. 14) Registration Jan 24 at rink before for after class.
Euclid High School – Lap Swim Season Pass for Jan 1, 09 – June 11, 09 a mere $35.00 senior w/ ID, $45.00 adult w/ID, $75.00 Non Resident. Available for purchase at Euclid Recreation Dept.
Classes at Arts Collinwood Arts Center: call 692-9500 to find out about Arts Collinwood’s winter class offerings in a variety of out-of-the-ordinary genres.
Shore’s Indoor Marketplace-a Farmer’s Market/Flea Market held on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays until June! Featuring Amish vendors, bakery, cheeses, jellies and jams, maple syrup, crafts, and more. Don’t miss out, $10 reserves a spot for YOUR table & the money you make is yours…turn your winter hobby into $$! Setup begins 8 AM, market open 9 AM- 2 PM starting Jan 10th. Call Shore Cultural Centre at 216-289-8107 for info or to leave a message for Rick.
9 more days to crawl: Euclid Crawl 2008 continues! Patronize any participating pub, get a stamped Crawl Card, and receive a limited edition exclusive Ron Emser Design(ed) Euclid Crawl 2008 t-shirt after you’ve visited all 10 of the following: Beach Club Bistro, Blue Parrot, Cebars Tavern, Erie Waters, Harland Pub, Kristy’s Tavern, Scoreboard Tavern, Stevenson’s Bar, Sticks Pub and Grille, & Tradewinds. Pick one and get started! Crawl ends Jan 10. Questions? Email Ron at RED@RonEmser.com. I’m halfway through—-you?
GET READY FOR THESE:
Grovewood Tavern will feature 2 special event dinners this month! Mon Jan 12, Belgian Beer Dinner at 6:30 PM for $53 plus tax and gratuity. Considered natural “Winter Warmers”, 5 tasty Belgian beers will be paired with the kind of innovative menu you can expect from Grovewood, details of which are temptingly described on the website.
Coming up on the 19th, the 5th Annual Big Fat Cab Wine Dinner; more info to follow or visit www.grovewoodtavern.com for an update soon. Reservations required for both.
Saint Robert Parish is sponsoring “Got the Bailout Blues”? Nite on Sat Jan 17. Doors will open at 6:30PM. Live rock and roll entertainment will be provided by our in-house parish band, The XtremZ. Food and beverages will be available for a reasonable donation. Come and join us in beating the winter blues! Free admission. Call 216-731-2606 for additional information.
Euclid Lutheran Church, 431 E 260, hosts a Martin Luther King commemoration on Sun Jan 18, 3:30 PM. Sponsored by the N E Ohio Lutheran Synod and African American Lutheran Assn, Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will lead the service. All are welcome!
Details to follow next week on the planned Martin Luther King event to be held at Euclid High School complete with motivational speakers and activities.
Beach Club Bistro opens its doors on Monday Jan 19 for a tummy warming Stone Brewing Beer Dinner at 6:30 PM. With the help of brewery experts they’ll pair 6 Stone Brewing beers with exciting food from the BCB kitchen for $50 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required, this will fill up fast! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to sample some INCREDIBLE beer, paired with GREAT food, and talk directly with a STONE BREWING Representative. Call 216-731-7499 or visit www.bcbistro.com to salivate over the ambitious menu!
Experience Euclid, a Business & Community Fair hosted by Euclid Chamber of Commerce on Sat, Jan 24 11:00 am – 3:00 pm in the Euclid High School Ballroom. Experience Euclid first hand with over 100 different things to do! Check out the latest fashions in the Fashion Show! Try your luck in the Pizza & Sandwich Eating Contests! Fill up at the Taste of Euclid featuring area Restaurants & Caterers! Jump around Euclid Kid Zone with inflatables, crafts, games & so much more! Get healthy with Health Screenings & information for ALL ages! Relax to the sounds of the performances by local Choirs! And really see what great Businesses & City Services are available in Euclid! GREAT DOOR PRIZES! ADMISSION IS FREE! Interested in being a vendor? Contact Jessica Forsythe at Euclid Chamber, 216-731-9322, or visit www.experienceeuclid.com today!
A Comedy Cabaret Show transforms the Culinary School at Shore Cultural Centre, which becomes a nightclub for the evening, 7:30-9 PM on Fri Jan 30. Dinner’s available before the show, beer & wine, light snacks for sale during the show. Tickets are only $8 in advance, $10 day of. The featured comedians regularly sell out the Improv! A great last minute gift. Call 216-289-8107 for tickets, only 90 available!
~~HEALING IS THE THEME FOR 2009~~
We landed in a mess not necessarily of our own making in 2008! Don’t despair–folks around town are ready and willing to help us get back on track. Being complicated individuals, we don’t have the same needs & priorities–evident by the wide-ranging assortment of services offered-so discover what speaks to you. If you’ve already found your “thing’, share it with us!
Are you handling your bills, or are they handling you? Get control in 2009! Since there’s never been a more critical time to get your financial house in order, make a commitment to become debt-free, build wealth, and experience a financial breakthrough at Dave Ramsey’s FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY, a 13-week program addressing all areas of your financial life. Class preview on Sun Jan 4, 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Community Church, 24490 Euclid Ave; sessions begin Sun Jan 11 at 2:00 p.m. Call Jeff Fredle at 440-943-1979 or email ffej151@gmail.com .
Improve your chances in a job interview. ABLE (Adult Basic and Literacy Education) Euclid Weed and Seed is partnering with Euclid ABLE to offer Pre-GED classes beginning Jan 13 held Tues & Thurs from 2-4PM at the South West Mini Station. Phone reg required, call 216-797-2942 to request a spot at that location. Pre-GED prepares students to re-enter the educational arena and teaches the requirements to successfully receive a GED. Call Audrey at the mini station to learn about other programs offered there-216-289-2933.
Ready to work for yourself? Laparade Early Learning & Training Center at 25000 Euclid Ave/ West Annex (near Charter One) features training in various areas specific to early childhood educators as well as general career training/ workshops/seminars. To start the new year in a new way, call 216-731-8433 or email laparade@sbcglobal.net . Refreshments served too!
How to Open a Childcare Center: $50 (receive a coupon for a FREE 30 minute individual consulting session) on Thurs Jan 8 from 5-8 PM or Thurs Jan 22 from 10 AM-1 PM.
How to Start Any Business: $15 (receive a coupon for a FREE 30 minute individual consulting session) Sat Jan 17 10 AM- 1 PM.
East Shore Methodist Chayah Healing returns to Wednesdays beginning in February at 7 PM. This restorative mid-week worship service combines spirit-filled music with biblical teaching and is said to be transforming. Nursery and childcare provided, 23002 Lake Shore. www.eastshorechurch.com.
Are unresolved issues … anger, addiction, abuse, guilt, the inability to forgive … controlling your life and keeping you from experiencing the life you were meant to live? Are you looking for a place of love, acceptance, healing and recovery? Every life-changing journey begins with the first step. Take the Road to Recovery at Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered 12 step program in Bethlehem Community Church that will help you address and deal with the issues dominating your life. Celebrate Recovery meets every Friday from 7-8:30 pm in lounge in the church building. There is no charge to participate and confidentiality is prized and preserved. For more info, contact Craig (216-235-8259 — recoveryeuclid@sbcglobal.net) You are no longer alone … welcome to Celebrate Recovery!
Mark off Thursdays on your February calendar to connect with your spiritual, physical and emotional self through weekly “Taking Care of Yourself” programs presented by the ConsciousNest at Euclid Public Library, 7 PM free in the Lake Rm. For those curious about how a Holistic approach can heal what ails you, here are the answers!
~QUOTE OF THE WEEK:~
Overheard while leaving Scotti Nathanson’s concert at Arabica on Sunday:
“THIS is what this city needs! A great night out, close to home!”
Well, yeah…and that’s what we’re all about, week after week…your job is just
to show up and support it!
See you out there?
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