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Turning Your Family Vacation Into A Philanthropic Mission • 12817 Lakeshore, “Fuller” • Memorial Day Parade

Bratenahl: Beauty for all Seasons

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The view from my window today is of that same shoreline, one hundred years later. This morning shows Bratenahl in its entire golden summer splendor: White sailboats float over still blue waters beneath a cloudless sky… a faint breeze rustles the shiny, green- leaved trees. Birds chirp merrily as they flutter by. All is serene; all is calm.

The view from my armchair as I watch headline news is anything but serene and calm. The summer of 2016 has seen one shocking tragedy after another unfold before our eyes. Places with names such as Orlando, Istanbul, and Dallas conjure up images of violent destruction.

Coverage of this year’s Presidential campaigns brings no comfort either.

In a 24-hour news cycle, those images and the words that describe them are endlessly repeated until they come to dominate our consciousness. Sometimes I feel as if I were living on the inside of a Jackson Pollock painting… a crisscross of lines and colors careening and colliding in chaos, as if “anarchy had been loosed upon the world.”

I often wish that I could bring CNN and its ilk to Bratenahl for a day to experience its beauty and serenity. It might serve to balance their world-view. Taking in the beauties of Nature for which Bratenahl has been so blessed might stir an awareness of “the deep-down goodness of things” in contrast to the real but sickening horrors they must, of course, cover.

While the problems of our country and our world are many, the solutions are few. I myself have no answers, so I take my cues from 14-month-old granddaughter Arden’s playbook:

1) Arden does not know a stranger. Each person she meets is a newly-found friend – no categories, no judgments.

2) She offers to one and all a radiant smile, and is rewarded with a smile in return and a kind word.

3) She puts each day to bed at night and awakens to a fresh start each morning.

4) She knows we all do better when we hold hands.

5) She spends part of every day outside, stopping to taste the rain or smell the flowers. She gives thanks for being here, and sometimes bends down to kiss the ground she walks on.

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6) She has a strong sense – though not inflated – of her own worth and dignity. She sees it as her right to be heard and wants a place at the grownup table.

7) She is working on sharing and taking turns.

8) She does not watch TV.

9) She is liberal with hugs.

10) She keeps moving in a forward direction. When she stumbles and falls, she picks herself up and keeps on keeping on.

11) She accepts the unpleasant things that come her way – teething, vaccinations – with grace and courage.

12) She does not hold a grudge or harbor resentment toward perceived harshness (Grammy’s reaction to her dumping a box of tapioca all over the kitchen floor).

13) She fights against injustice and assaults on liberty (enforced naps and bedtimes, the wearing of diapers and clothing, seatbelts).

14) She pursues happiness, but creates even more.

15) And she accepts the wise counsel of her elders (Do not put pebbles, twigs, ladybugs, Canadian soldiers, or pieces of old paper stuck to the sidewalk into your mouth).

We could all do far worse than to follow her lead.

I wish to all of you, as well as to our country and our world, peace.

Judson inspired Bill Jones to take charge of his health while living in his home, with a focus on prevention. With Judson at Home, he has a plan in place to get the services and care when he needs it.To learn more, call (216) 791-3211 or visit judsonsmartliving.org.

“You’re never too young to begin planning for your future.”—Bill Jones, Judson at Home member since 2006

“Think of having a lake of your own, a hundred miles long, the boundaries of which no eye can determine.

To know that it is yours forever, that it cannot be taken from you . . .”

Description of the Bratenahl shoreline Country Life Magazine, 1916

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Bratenahl Blooms Lisa-Jean Sylvia

This spring marked the 10th Annual Bratenahl Blooms plant sale. In May of each year, the volunteer-run sale fills the community center gym with a beautiful assortment of hanging baskets and pots, annual flowers, vegetables & herbs, all for sale at reasonable prices.

Bratenahl Blooms founder, Mary Ann Moskal says that she created Blooms “as one way of bringing our small community together. Our purpose is to contribute to the beatification of Bratenahl and to bring people together for a good cause.” When she formed the original committee in 2006, Mary Ann recruited participants from throughout the Village during her daily walks along Lakeshore. She intentionally included women from all parts of the village. Nearly half of the original committee – have served on the Bratenahl Blooms committee for the past decade. The committee has grown to include nearly 20 women.

Over the years, proceeds from the plant sale have supported various causes in the village.

Bratenahl Blooms has donated flowers for the village flower boxes as well as a bench for the Community Center. Bratenahl Blooms has also made contributions to the Bratenahl 100 and to New Avenues to Independence, a home for women with disabilities on the eastern edge of Bratenahl. Proceeds from the 2016 sale will support the Bratenahl Foundation through a sponsorship of the Lamplighter. In addition, Bratenahl Blooms has become part of the Bratenahl Community Foundation.

We thank you for your support and wish you “Happy Planting”.

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Blooms Quick Tip: Combine greenery from evergreen shrubs and cut flowers from the garden to create fresh, simple flower arrangements.

Blooms member, Susan Domanski, combined hydrangea and evergreen foliage in this beautiful arrangement.

About the Cover Our cover photograph for this issue was taken by Michael Yunis, a marketing communications industry professional with over 35 years experience. Although according to Michael, his real passion and expertise is in media and marketing.

Since 2008, Michael Yunis has owned and operated his own global/streaming radio station called VR2 - Vintage Rock Radio www.vr2show.com. In 2012, he moved his studios into his home at One Bratenahl Place. Today, he broadcasts from Bratenahl to the World. The program features music from what Michael calls, the Greatest Years in Radio, 1965 to 1985. Yunis also talks about maintaining two main programming platforms that promote Peace and Eco initiatives. The station receives over 10,000 listener hits per week. His featured show, “The VR2 Show,” is syndicated with affiliate stations through-out the country. New shows are produced weekly and air at scheduled times on affiliate stations. With his late radio partner and co-hostess, Chris Krause, they also established a marketing

company called Cleveland’s on Fire, LLC. The company offers communication services and produces an apparel line that promotes the revitalization of Cleveland. The apparel features the slogan “CLE on Fire . . . But it ain’t the River.”

Michael has been a Bratenahl villager for 4 years. Whenever Michael tells someone about Bratenahl, he always mentions our beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Michael took this month’s cover photo from his balcony at One Bratenahl using his iPhone.

Finally, a great big “thank you” to Jimmy and Dee Haslam for sponsoring The Lamplighter this month. With rising costs, our newsletter gets more and more expensive to

publish every year. For the BCF to continue to bring The Lamplighter to you quarterly and without

compromising its length or quality, we need more Village support. Donations, sponsorships and participation are all appreciated. Thank you.

A Country Drowning in Grief Thomas Zung, Bratenahl 100

A day after the tragic event in Dallas that left five police dead and seven wounded, The New York Times Editorial Page referred to the United States as “A Country Drowning in Grief.” Stories about incidents of police violence in Louisiana, Minne-sota, Maryland, (and the shooting of Tamir Rice here in Cleve-land) all sent shock waves throughout our land. In Cleveland cooler heads prevailed, no violent protests took place; and we are thankful to the Cleveland clergy for their leadership.

But violence can happen anywhere, anytime with devastating consequences. Here in Bratenahl, we are fortunate to be protected night and day by our dedicated police and K9 force. The police need our help to be their watchful eyes for suspi-cious situations, which in-turn should be promptly reported. Keeping the house and car doors locked, and then being smart and safe all go a long way towards helping the police help us.

You might think about giving our police a friendly wave, and place the Bratenahl 100 decal on the car rear window, on the driver’s side, to show FOP support. In light of the Dallas tragedy, our Bratenahl 100 president sent a letter of support to each of our Village police officers, thanking them for keeping us safe with an appreciation dinner.

Below are a few tips from the police, for whenever and wherever you are stopped by them:

1) Keep both hands on the steering wheel.

2) Do not reach for your driver’s identification until you are asked.

3) Make no sudden moves.

4) Stay calm, be polite, and do not become confrontational.

5) Tell the other car passengers to be quiet and keep their hands visible!

On Sunday, December 4th, our annual Bratenahl 100 Members Appreciation Day will be held, a day dedicated to our men in Blue and Brown. This is a first-hand opportunity for you to visit with our village police, the service department and their families. We look forward to seeing you there. Celebrate and mingle during the holiday season with your neighbors.

Our Bratenahl 100 motto, “We serve those who serve us.” Thank you.

BratenahlMemorial Day ParadeParks & Recreation Department

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Turning Your Family Vacation Into A Philanthropic Mission Dominic Celliti

Because some families are too busy to consistently volunteer throughout the year, combining a family vacation with a family’s philanthropic mission is often an excellent choice.

For many families, taking a volunteer vacation can be more beneficial to children than the typical spring break style vacation to a resort community. The activity will allow you to spend vacation time as a family that will bond while working together to help a charitable cause. The mission allows you to show your children “hands on” altruistic behavior by way of working together every day for an extended period of time. Through traveling outside your community, your family develops a broader view of the world, allowing them to understand just how much life differs outside of the local community. It will also visually teach children to appreciate their own secure surroundings and how it differs from those who live in fear or poverty. The vacation can serve as a catalyst for a family to consider additional volunteering efforts after the vacation. I believe a volunteer vacation is also an investment in your children.

Once your family collectively agrees to take a philanthropic mission, each family member needs to be part of the entire decision making process. The more engaged your family is during the selection process, the more committed they will be in the result.

In order to plan your family philanthropic mission, you and your family should consider the following basic questions:

1. What kind of charitable impact does your family want to make during your mission?

2. Will the mission be compatible with your family’s current philanthropic mission?

3. What is your family’s budget for the mission?

4. How much of the trip will be dedicated to volunteering?

5. What types of volunteer experiences excite your family most and how will they benefit from this activity?

6. Do you wish to plan your mission yourself or will you hire a service provider or consultant to develop the trip?

7. How long will you spend on your mission?

8. Does your family wish to take a customized solo mission or travel with a group of other people on a similar mission?

9. Does your family wish to stay within the USA or travel internationally?


When your family can answer those questions, then collectively agree as a group, the next step will be planning the details of your mission.

In order for your family to choose the best possible mission, I suggest researching your options. Listed below are a number of web-based resources that can provide help in finding the best vacation option for your family.

• Global Citizen Network (GCN): (www.globalcitizens.org)

• Global Aware (GA): www.globalware.org :

• Helping Abroad: (HA): www.helpingabroad.org/ family-volunteer

• Hands Up Holiday HUH: www.handsupholidays.com Habitat for Humanity Global Village: www.habitat.org:

• Global Volunteers: www.globalvolunteers.org

• Sierra Club: www.sierraclub.org

• Travelanthropist: www.travelanthropist.com

Narrow your list to one or two opportunities and then interview the program coordinators of each organization. Below are listed some beneficial questions to ask.

• What is the cost or fees associated with the program? What is included and what is not included in the presented costs?

• What types of accommodations, if any, will your family be given during the program? Take into consideration the unique requirements of your family.

• What are the requirements and responsibilities of the program? How will each family member assist in fulfilling these requirements?

• How many other families or volunteers will be part of the project?

• What is the specific time requirement of the program from start to finish? Also, how many hours in a day will your family be working on the project?

• And finally, what happens should a family member become sick during the project? If the trip is international, understanding the limitations of local medical facilities is important and one may want to investigate medical evaluation and repatriation insurance.

What Will You Have? Four Seasons of Cocktails Arlene Kemejak

Roman Punch (A delicious adult frozen treat)

The ancient Romans had a name for the hot, sultry and humid days of summer, “dies caniculares” or “dog days.” This is in conjunction with the rising at sunrise of Sirius, the Dog Star, in the constellation Canis Major, which led to the association of this phrase. The dog days trace back to the Egyptians, Greeks and later the Romans, all of whom waxed poetic with the association of hot weather. The Romans had bad feelings for Sirius associating it with an outbreak of insufferable heat and fever. Civilization credits objects in the sky with influence over earth and its inhabitants. If the Dog Star isn’t cursing you with heat and humidity, it’s the moon driving you to lunacy.

The RNC Convention in Cleveland has come and gone and wasn’t it enough to drive anyone to drink? At least we don’t have to put up with First Lady and temperance advocate “Lemonade” Lucy Hayes who declared the White House would be dry. Those fond of alcoholic beverages at the time in Washington D.C. came up with a way to hide the alcohol, using a spiked sherbet called Roman Punch. This punch earned a reputation as a high-society cocktail eaten with a spoon. Frozen orange skins were served with a sherbet into which large quantities of rum were held.

First Lady Julia Grant dialed up presidential entertaining by adopting the French style of dining. Roman “frozen” Punch was

the jewel in the crown that she used as an interlude between entrees. You would be considered a rube if you didn’t know about Roman Punch. Elizabeth Fries Ellet, in her 1869 book about Washington society, “The Court Circles of the Republic” tells the story of a “rustic pair invited by some accident” to a big party during the administration of Andrew Jackson. “A tall strapping Kentuckian had taken a saucer of frozen Roman Punch, which he had never tasted before.” He turned to his date and said, “I swar, Miss Jane, this beats julep all to nothing; who ever thought of chawing rum?”

Roman Punch is so forgotten that even Webster’s Dictionary and Wikipedia claim the definition may be significantly out of date. Emily Post wrote in her 1922 etiquette manual that this punch “ is unknown except at a public dinner….” This slushy drink was dismissed as an affectation of those trying a bit too hard. I’ll let you be the judge. It’s so easy to prepare that the nouveau-riche stigma no longer applies. Chin Chin to the “dog days! Woof! Woof!

Roman Punch 1 quart lemon sherbet or lemon ice (not sorbet, it’s too creamy) 1 cup rum ¼ cup Cointreau 1 split of champagne 4 oranges

Cut oranges in half, hollow out and refrigerate. Blend all other ingredients but the champagne and freeze overnight. Just before serving, gently mix champagne into the spiked sherbet and serve in the hollowed out orange skins. Serves 8.

Summer Blockbuster Books Patricia Lowrey

FICTION All Summer Long by Dorothea Benton Frank

Bay of Sighs by Nora Roberts

Black Widow by Daniel Silva

Boar Island by Nevada Barr

The Cavendon Luck by Barbara Taylor Bradford

Dishonorable Intentions by Stuart Woods

The Emperor’s Revenge by Clive Cussler & Boyd Morrison

End of Watch by Stephen King

First Comes Love by Emily Giffin

Foreign Agent by Brad Thor

The Games by James Patterson & Mark Sullivan

Here’s to Us by Elin Hilderbrand

House of Secrets by Brad Meltzer & Tod Goldberg

I Almost Forgot About You by Terry McMillan

Magic by Danielle Steel

The Pursuit by Janet Evanovich & Lee Goldberg

Vinegar Girl by Anne Tyler

The Weekenders by Mary Kay Andrews

NON FICTION

Bill O’Reilly’s Legends & Lies: The Patriots by David Fisher

The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha Mukherjee

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perser-vance by Angela Duckworth

The Rainbow Comes and Goes by Anderson Cooper & Gloria Vanderbilt

Red Platoon: A True Story of American Valor by Clinton Romesha

Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike by Phil Knight


Bourne-Fuller consisted of three entities: the first was Bourne-Fuller Company, a sales agency or otherwise known as an iron and steel jobber. Second was the Union Rolling Mill, a manufacturer of steel, and third, the Upson Nut Company, a manufacturer of nuts and bolts. Together they were the largest independent steel company in Ohio. The operations included the entire process of steel manufacturing, extending from the making of pig iron to the manufacturing of finished steel products.

The Bourne-Fuller Company was one of three constituent companies that eventually formed the Republic Steel Corpora-tion in 1930, with the principal stockholder being Cyrus Eaton.

Fuller was a Director of Central National Bank, American Box Co., and Director of Sheriff Street Market and Storage Com-pany. He was also a member of the Bratenahl School Board.

He was a social member of Country, Mayfield, Tavern, and Union Clubs. Memberships also included the Delta Kappa Epsilon Club of New York City, Forest and Stream Club of Wilmington, Vermont, and the Midwick Country Club of Pasadena, California.

Horace Fuller was a Republican and belonged to the Euclid Avenue Presbyterian Church. He died February 28, 1924 at the age of 60. Alice died October 15, 1952. Both are buried in Lakeview Cemetery.

John and Mildred Putnam purchased their lakefront mansion in 1926.

B Y G O N EBratenahl 12817 LAKE SHORE – FULLER Bill Beckenbach

Horace and Alice Fuller had their Victorian style home built at 12817 Lake Shore in 1887. An addition, designed by Charles Schweinfurth, was added later.

Horace Arthur Fuller was born September 23, 1864 to Samuel Augustus and Julia Clark Fuller. He was educated in the Cleveland Public Schools. Leaving high school at age 16, he attended a preparatory school for one year at Hudson College in Hudson, Ohio, and then spent a year at Western Reserve University.

Horace married Alice Tenney Ingersoll on April 14, 1886 in Brooklyn, New York. She was born April 26, 1864. They had two daughters, Antoinette (Pierrong) and Marian (Ryan).

In January 1883, Horace became associated with the Condit Fuller & Company, a company of iron and steel merchants where his father was founder and President. The company became Bourne-Fuller & Co. after the death of Paul P. Condit in 1886.

Horace Fuller’s first job at Condit Fuller & Company was in the accounting department. He later moved to the sales department and was eventually given entire charge of the financial end of the concern. About 1885, he became Treasurer of the Union Rolling Mill Co., a steel manufacturer, of which his father was General Manager. In 1888, he became Assistant Secretary and then General Manager and Treasurer upon the death of his father in 1891. He became President and General Manager in 1911.

The two companies were brought together as Bourne-Fuller Company in January 1912. In 1914, Fuller was elected President, a position he held until his death in 1924.


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A B E N E F I T F O R T H E

Northeast Ohio SPCAThe purpose of the Northeast Ohio SPCA is to provide a safe haven for abandoned,

healthy, homeless, and adoptable loving pets until they can find a home.

The shelter opened in April of 2004 and as of the summer of 2015, the shelter has successfully

adopted out more than 26,322 pets to loving homes in the community. The Northeast Ohio

SPCA is a non-profit, private agency and receives no government funding. The shelter relies on

donations and support from members in the community.

Our Mission:

Through adoption, spay and neuter, and education, we save lives to make

euthanasia of healthy animals unnecessary.

Northeast Ohio SPCA / 9555 Brookpark Road / Parma, OH 44129Phone: 216-351-7387

Email: [email protected] • www.northeastohiospca.org

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In Memoriam: The Bratenahl Community Foundation mourns the passing of every Village resident and extends our deepest sympathy to family and friends:

Forever missed, never forgotten, held always in our hearts with love.

Coletta R. Orel

Coletta Orel was born April 10th, 1924 and passed away May 15th, 2016. According to a memorial tribute presented by her daughter, Chaplain (Major) Valeria Van Dress (Orel), friends and family will remember her as “a servant to her country and family,” and because of the lifelong example she set for “generosity and cheerfulness.”

During WW11, Orel was a Sergeant in the Army and a stenographer who had the privilege of serving under General Curtis LeMay, taking dictation from him while being stationed in Germany after the war. As a WAC (Women’s Auxiliary Corps), Orel was part of the Air Force just after WAC was created in 1942. Consequently, Coletta Orel is part of history. She also received honorable discharges from both the Army and the Air Force.

Valeria said that her mother would be forever remembered because of her generosity and her cheerfulness. She added that her mother’s home on Burton Avenue was always open to neighbors and friends. In addition to her love of animals, roller-skating, pinochle, and bowling (Coletta and her husband both played on the Bratenahl Bowling League), Coletta Orel was an avid dancer. She even taught lessons well into her 80s, and loved to share the the freedom and happiness of dance with others.

The next sale is scheduled for Friday, September 16, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, September 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hospice of the Western Reserve Headquarters, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland. Whether it’s sprucing up a home, staging a property, locating a “like new” desk for a student, or finding a dining room table large enough for holiday gatherings, Hospice of the Western Reserve’s Warehouse Sale is the place to be to find gently used home furnishings, accents and accessory pieces—all priced at a fraction of their original retail prices!

In addition to furniture, framed artwork and lamps, the selection often includes matching sets of fine china, glassware, antiques, collectibles and one-of-a-kind treasures. The proceeds not only support seriously ill patients and their families, but veterans in need of specialized care, grief and trauma counseling in schools and other community-based programs provided by the nonprofit agency throughout northern Ohio. Cash and major credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, and Discover) are accepted for payment (no checks). Ample parking is available in the Hospice of the Western Reserve parking lot. (Follow the “Warehouse Sale” signs upon arrival at the agency’s site.)

Donations of Furniture and Household Goods Sought for Sale

Donations of furniture and household goods are still actively being sought. Furniture items will be previewed by volunteers prior to acceptance for donation; tax receipts will be provided. Arrangements can be made to pick up large furniture or fragile donations free of charge from some locations in northern Ohio. (Donations to help defray the cost of movers are greatly appreciated.) Those interested in contributing items for the sale should contact the Warehouse Sale Team at 216.255.9090.

NOTE: The agency is unable to accept bedding, books, clothing, cribs and car seats, small electronics, small and major appliances, medical supplies, sporting goods, children’s toys and games, computers and related hardware, mattresses and box springs, televisions and stuffed animals.

Hospice of the Western Reserve warehouse sales will be held periodically throughout the year. To receive notice of upcoming sales, send an email to: [email protected], or visit hospicewr.org/warehousesale for a schedule. For a list of upcoming sales, visit www.hospicewr.org/cleveland-resale-shop.

Hospice of the Western Reserve Hosts Warehouse Sale

Save the Date: September 16-17, Hospice of the Western Reserve Warehouse Sale

About Hospice of the Western Reserve

Hospice of the Western Reserve is a nationally acclaimed non-profit agency providing comfort and emotional support to

patients and their families. The agency provides palliative end-of-life care, caregiver support and bereavement services

throughout the region, and cares for people in a variety of settings, including private residences, assisted living and

retirement communities, nursing homes, at Ames Family Hospice House in Westlake, David Simpson Hospice House on

Cleveland’s east side and Hospice of Medina County. For more information, visit hospicewr.org, or call 800.707.8922.

From Debbie Puffenberger: A great big Shout Out to my wonderful husband Jim Puffenberger, who is a big supporter of The Big Brother Big Sister Cleveland Program. Jim and his “little brother” LaVonte McCaroll were both recently chosen to represent the Cleveland Chapter at a White House rally for an initiative entitled “My Brother’s Keeper.” The initiative included a round table discussion with Senator Sherrod Brown, White House representative Broderick Johnson (Special Assistant to the President) and others to discuss issues related to at-risk youth. LaVonte, now 19, has been Jim’s little brother for the last 8 years. Although LaVonte has recently out-grown the program, Jim says, “LaVonte has not outgrown my relationship with him.” I am very proud of you Jim!

From Larry Domin: An appreciative Village Shout Out to Joe Zalar for celebrating 30 years of Bratenahl Maintenance Department service. We thank him for all he does to make our Village a great place to live, and for all four seasons of the year.

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What a wonderful event for the Cleveland Playhouse’s centennial year. Our own Beth Mooney with Key Bank won the Centennial Star Award for all of her support. Beth accepted with grace and humor. We appreciate all of Beth’s support to the Bratenahl Foundation also over the years. Thanks Beth.

In the picture are Laura Kepley and Kevin Moore, directors of the playhouse

V I L L A G E SHOUT OUTS

Jim with LaVonte McCaroll and White House Representative Broderick Johnson

From Ted Goble: A great big Shout Out to my lovely wife Nancy who was in charge of a fund raising golf event at the Shaker Country Club on July 16. Almost 60 participated in the event, which included golf, dinner, a silent auction and live auction. The event raised over $17,000 for “Play for Pink,” an organization that provides funding for breast cancer research and for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Tim A. Schultz

Know a Villager who deserves special recognition? We now have a feature for that! “Village Shout Outs” includes anything from a 50th anniversary to a marriage celebration to someone in the Village who earned a special distinction or received an award. Or maybe you want to recognize a service provider who went above and beyond? Or to make sure a Village birth or death gets noticed. To have your “Village Shout Out” considered, email me at [email protected]. Or Snail Mail it to : Tim A. Schultz, 7 Haskell Drive, Bratenahl, OH 44108, Attn: Village Shout Outs.

From Mary Beckenbach: A proud Shout Out to Bratenahl Police Sergeant Michael Flana-gan’s 14 year-old son Quinn. Quinn is considered one of the top 100 volleyball strong side hitters in the country and has been selected to attend and participate at the USA Olympic Training Center in Colorado– for a week of intensive training, instruction and tournament play, all in preparation for the 2020 US Olympics.

V I L L A G E SHOUT OUTSFrom Mary Beckenbach: Another proud Shout Out to Bratenahl Police Officer Ryan Durand’s 11 year-old daughter, Aubrey. Over the July 4th weekend, the American Taekwondo Association World Tourna-ment of Champions was held in Little Rock, Arkansas and showcased traditional competitors in forms, weapons, point sparring and combat weapons sparring. For these elite martial artists, the championship events mark the culmination of a year of hard work at regional, district and national ATA tournaments, all to earn a coveted spot among the top 10 students in their respective divisions. Aubrey Durand was the only one from her region eligible to compete in this 2016 competition! She is a second-degree black belt competitor.

From Nancy Goble: 2016 is the Cleveland Playhouse’s centennial year. An award winning Shout Out to Bratenahl’s own Beth Mooney, and Key Bank, for winning the Centennial Star Award, for her support over the years. Thanks to Beth for also being a regular supporter of the BCF.

From the BCF: Special thanks to Dee & Jimmy Haslam for sponsoring this edition of The Lamplighter. Your generous $1,000 sponsorship is deeply appreciated and greatly needed. This newsletter gets more and more expensive to publish each year. For the BCF to continue to bring The Lamplighter to you quarterly and without compromising its length or quality, we need more BCF memberships and sponsorship support. Go Browns!

The first picture is from the ATA District Championship in Chicago Illinois and the next photo of Aubrey is with Grandmaster Ho Lee at the ATA World Championships in Little Rock, Arkansas. Congratulations!!

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V I L L A G E A F F A I R S

The articles in The Lamplighter and the opinions expressed in these articles are those of our contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Bratenahl Community Foundation.

The View from Village Hall Mayor John Licastro

At the time of this writing, we continue to experience a dry summer. Although the weather has been relatively cool, our Service Department has been busy watering newly planted trees and corner boxes, in addition to their regular duties. Their efforts ensure Bratenahl will be beautiful no matter what conditions Mother Nature has in store for us.

Our Police force has been working overtime, with the RNC having just ended and additional patrols necessitated by a few incidents. I am happy to report these incidents were dealt with quickly, with two individuals responsible quickly apprehended. Officers were patrolling the Village in plain clothes and in unmarked cars. Special night patrols using night vision goggles were conducted. This extra effort paid dividends with the arrest of the aforementioned two. We will keep our heightened level of awareness and presence throughout the remainder of the summer and beyond. Keeping you, your homes and property safe is our primary mission.

Revenue to date has seen a slight downturn, particularly in income tax. We hope to make up the shortfall over the second half of the year. We had a healthy carryover from 2015 that gives

us a significant cushion. Overall, the fiscal health of Bratenahl is the envy of most communities in North East Ohio, despite the significant revenue cuts from the State of Ohio. We will continue to monitor both income and expenditures and spend monies when necessary in a frugal manner.

The Administrative Staff has fully implemented all aspects of our new website at www.bratenahl.org. We encourage you to use this resource on a regular basis. It is easy to maneuver and contains a wealth of information that is updated on a regular basis. You will find agendas, minutes, traffic information, information on CodeRED and Daily Call, financial documents, recreation programs, the Mayor’s Message, etc. Many thanks to Mary Ranney, Diana Cooks, Angela Fernandes, Julie Kreiner and Sue Capello for their efforts. I believe you will find that the website properly represents our Village.

The Recreation Study is complete and is being reviewed by Council Committees. At the time of this writing, an architectural firm is being interviewed to shepherd us through a process to rebuild the Service Garage and to add a salt dome. The future use and function of the Community Center is being discussed as well. All of these are part and parcel of the Village’s Master Plan. We welcome your input and comments.

We hope to see you at our meetings. I close, as always, with the refrain from Bratenahl’s school song:

…she is the best, the very best, all Hail to Bratenahl!




Report from the Public Improvements Committee-Mary Beckenbach

Our service department and the Village Engineer continue to make Bratenahl a special place to live by repairing the streets, sidewalks and manholes this summer so that you are not only safe, but so that the areas being refurbished will remain very nice looking.

Pavement repair locations: • 9718, 9925, and 13501 Lakeshore Blvd. • Lakeshore at Haskell Drive • 10412 Brighton Road • 150 Garfield Lane • 10008 Burton Avenue • 10119 Foster Avenue • Various other locations

Sidewalk repair locations: • 10501, 1797, 13800, and 13822 Lakeshore Blvd. • Lakeshore Blvd. east of Corning Drive at the guardrail, and the north side 150 ft. east of Eddy Road • 10024, 10032, 10323, 10400, and 10401 Brighton Road • 10303 Burton Avenue • 9906 Foster Avenue • 31 Garfield Lane • 299 Corning Drive • 353 and 411 Bratenahl Road • NW corner of Bratenahl Road at Brighton • Walkway between Burton Avenue and Foster Avenue • 13796, 13800, and 13812 Lakeshore Drive

Catch basin and Manhole reconstruction: • 9718 Lakeshore Blvd. • Lakeshore Blvd at Haskell Drive • Bratenahl Road at Lakehurst Drive

Your patience is much appreciated as we continue to keep Bratenahl looking its best.

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CodeRED is a FREE emergency notification service provided to all residents within the Village of Bratenahl that will notify you of emergency information through phone calls, text messages and emails. The system will be used to keep you informed of local events that may immediately impact your safety. As a local resident, the Village of Bratenahl encourages you to take action and register your cell phone for this service and verify your home location during the enrollment process so we may target notifications that directly impact your home or business.

• Traffic Issues

• Boil Alert

• Public Health Crisis

• Criminal Activity

• General information

ENROLL TODAY! Visit www.bratenahl.org and click the CodeRED icon located on the Bratenahl Police page CodeRED Sign Up

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BratenahlParks & Recreation Department

Bratenahl Community Center 10300 Brighton Road / 216.451.5350 Hours: Monday-Friday 11:00 am-8:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am-5:00 pm And special events

The Recreation Commission: Dave Kozinski (Chair) Brad DiFranco (Vice Chair) Kathy Jones (Secretary) Tim Bauman (Treasurer) Laurel Herbold Anita Gray Marla Murphy (Council Rep) Susan Capello (Director)

What is going on at the Community Center?

Club 55 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10:00am-12:00. Club 55 is a casual group of ‘mature’ residents who meet to enjoy a cup of coffee, nibbles and good conversation. Don’t be shy, come and join the group.

Internet Café Open daily The café is quiet place to study, read, play on your computer, watch TV, do a puzzle or just relax.

Mixed media Open daily Classroom 4 is available for those who need some extra room for art and craft projects.

Playgroup Thursdays at 6:30pm Parents, bring your kids (baby to early elementary) to join in the fun and make some new friends! We are also happy to accept gently used toy donations for the children.

Pottery Tuesdays 6-9pm Come and get your hands dirty and create a work of art! Beginning potters to advanced are welcome. Call 216.291.1127 for more information or to register for the class.

Fitness Room /Gym Open daily Come check out the fitness room. From treadmills to free weights, there is something for everyone! The gym is also open for free play when it has not been previously reserved. There are a lot of singles that come to play basketball that could use some competition!

Yoga Monday 10:00am, Wednesday 6:30pm Sunday 10:00am

Chair yoga Monday 11:15am (a gentler yoga) Yoga helps improve a person’s health and lessens stress. Come to the Center and let Margot lead you to an improved you! Need more information? Call Margot at 216.268.5755

Coming Events Village Park Jazz Night Jazz will be playing in the Park from 7:00 pm-10:00pm on August 11th. Come to the park with your blanket/lawn chairs and your favorite picnic supplies. Enjoy the music in the company of friends and neighbors at our beautiful Village Park.

Bratenahl Village Community Shredding Event All Ohio Secure Shred will be at the Community Center September 10th from 10:00 am-1:00pm. Bring your personal documents to be shredded on site. Residents are asked to have their documents bagged or boxed to be emptied in the shredding bins (bags and boxes will be returned to residents). Have a question? Contact Susan at the Community Center at 216.451.5350 or [email protected].

Dance Class Serendipity Dance (www.serendipitydancemovement.com) will begin a 6 week dance class at the Community Center. Classes will be on Tuesday nights from 6:45 pm-7:30 pm, September 20 - October 25. Everyone is welcome (seniors, the coordinated, the uncoordinated, special needs, beginners, experts…) from the age of 15-115. Learn to Cha Cha, Salsa, Merengue, Bollywood, Line Dancing and more. Having fun is the six week goal! Call 216.451.5350 for more information or to register; registration ends September 16, 2016.

Resident rate $30.00 prepaid/$7.00 drop in Nonresident rate $60.00 prepaid/$12.00 drop in minimum 4/maximum 15

Playgroup Open House and Ice Cream Social Playgroup is looking to add new families. Come enjoy an ice cream and meet the “regulars.” The cold weather will be here soon enough and the Community Center is a great place for the kids to play and parents to socialize.

Thursday, September 22, 6:30 pm-7:30 pm

Children’s Halloween Party The Halloween party for the children is on October 29th, 12:00-2:00 pm. Dress up the kids in their costumes and come to the Center for a little trick or treating!

Do you need more information about an event? Do you need to post something on the Community Bulletin Board? Perhaps you want to know how to rent the gym? Or maybe you would like to get on the “Rec News” email distribution list? If so, please call 216.451.5350, email me at [email protected] or check out the new and improved bratenahl.org website. I look forward to hearing from you!

-Susan Capello


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Advertising & Production Murphy & Co Graphic Communications [email protected]

Bratenahl Community Foundation / Advertising & Promotion Tim Schultz, Marcom Solutions, [email protected].

August Contributors Bill Beckenbach Dominic Celiti Larry Domin Arlene Kemejak

Lamplighter Staff

About the Lamplighter...Contributions from the community welcomed and appreciated! Please email [email protected] for schedule. 400 words or less. Photos also welcome.

The mission of the Lamplighter is to publish an informative and reliable community newspaper to inform Villagers of community events, examine issues, encourage participation in community affairs and promote positive achievements.


Bratenahl Community Foundation Board of Directors Larry Domin, President 216-851-2875 [email protected]

Tim A. Schultz, Co-Vice President, Editor 216-541-8540 [email protected]

Arlene Kemejak, Co-Vice President (216) 851-3883 [email protected]

Nancy Goble, Secretary 216-704-0563 [email protected]

Mary Ellen Carney, Treasurer 216-226-3769 [email protected]

Kay Bebenek 216-999-7243 [email protected]

Duke Young 216-347-2440 [email protected]

Pat Bennett [email protected]

Kathy Jones [email protected]

Jack Lane 216-761-3081

Joe Taverna 216-308-0108 [email protected]

Jeannie Emser Schultz Tim Schultz Lisa-Jean Silvia Jim Zaas Thomas Zung

L A M P L I G H T E R

Bratenahl Lamplighter Advertising RatesBusiness Card 3-1/2” W x 2”H $65.00 Business Card Color 3-1/2” W x 2”H $85.001/4 Page 3-1/2” W X 3” H $90.001/4 Page Color 3-1/2” W X 3” H $110.00 1/3 Page 3-1/2” W X 5” H $140.001/3 Page Color 3-1/2” W X 5” H $160.00 1/2 Page 7” W X 4” H $215.001/2 Page Color 7” W X 4” H $235.00 1/2 Page Color (Back Cover) 7” W X 4” H $290.00Full Page (Black & White) 7” W X 9.5” H $335.00 Full Page Color 7” W X 9.5” H $375.00

Non-profits: 50% discount, please discuss with Advertising Coordinator - Larry Domin

Discount:10% if pre-pay 4 editions (1 year)

All ad space must be approved by the Advertising Coordinator in order to ensure availability of space.

Payment must be received at least 2 weeks prior to anticipated publication.

Mail payments: Larry Domin One Bratenahl Place, Front Desk Bratenahl, Oh 44108 • Phone: 216-288-5884. email: [email protected]

Technical questions - please call Jim Murphy: 216.226.5331.

Prices are for camera-ready ads. Ads sent via email as digital PDF, jpeg, and tiff files are simply placed into the publication at the size purchased.

Ad design is available at an additional cost, privately, through Jim Murphy - call to discuss and to get pricing: 216.226.5331.


Support The Foundation You can help the Bratenahl Community Foundation by either volunteering to assist us with our various projects as a “Friend of the Foundation”, and/or donating tax deductible funds.

Mail to: Bratenahl Community Foundation, c/o One Bratenahl Place, Front Desk, Bratenahl, Ohio 44108-1155

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Donation $50 Friend $100 Supporter $250 Patron $500 Gold Other

$1000 Lamplighter Sponsor

Please be sure to renew your membership each calendar year

I do not wish to give a monetary donation but would like to volunteer my time


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