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re you a glass-half-full or half-empty person? Many of us live our days carefree and chill, taking the approach of, eh, what’s the worst that could happen? When it comes to passing away without a will in place, the answer is a lot. I caught up with local attorney Margaret T. Karl, who is an expert in estate planning, to find out more. “I often encounter people who don’t think a will is necessary for them,” she says. “They say things like ‘let the chips fall where they may’ or ‘what does it matter if I’ll be gone anyway,’ but when I explain to them what happens without one, they change their mind.” With wills, as well as powers of attorney, the main function is to put your wishes down in writing, to have control over what happens to your assets and children in the event you pass or are incapacitated. “Without one, you can be assured that other people will be making these decisions and they might not be what you want,” says Margie.

She says situations can become even trickier when it comes to families with children from different marriages. “I had a client once with children from a second marriage, and Margaret Karl children from a first marriage who had zero contact with the parents,” she says. “Yet, when the dad passed, those kids got a share since he didn’t have a will stipulating who received what.” The additional time and money it takes to get an estate through probate without a will also causes more stress for the surviving spouse and family, who should be more concerned with grieving over a loss than having to guess what their loved one’s final wishes would be. Margaret T. Karl, attorney at law, is located at 25800 North Depot Street, Suite 102, in Olmsted Falls. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 440782-5051 or visit OlmstedOhioLaw.com.

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f you’re reading this story, which publishes on January 19, or what’s statistically known as “quitter’s day,” you’ve probably joined the 98 million people who have already ended their New Year’s resolution to exercise and lose weight, according to data analyzed in a study published in 2019 by the fitness app Strava. “February and March are our busiest months of the year for good reason,” says laser acupuncture specialist Luciana McCartney, who founded the AcuLaser Treatment and Wellness Centre in Brecksville. “People have tried all month to lose weight on their own and failed. It might not even be a question of willpower. They may have the will to improve, but not the means. For those who have tried and failed—no worries—we are here to pick up the pieces and put you on a path to wellness.” A Natural Approach to Weight Loss “It’s a new year and people are looking for a fresh start,” she says. “Our Weight Health Program includes low-level laser therapy to stimulate pressure points on the body that curb food cravings and sugar withdrawal, and rev up the metabolism and detox cells. Lymphatic drainage massage is part of the program since it helps rid the body of

metabolic waste. Our natural approach encourages your body’s systems to work more efficiently. My clients have had fabulous success losing weight and looking at their diet in a more positive way.” The 90-day program includes three monthly laser treatments and one lymphatic drainage massage. It begins with a consultation. Luciana meets one-on-one with the client to find out about his or her eating habits. She gives them a helpful booklet with eating recommendations to follow. “Your body goes through a fundamental shift when you eliminate harmful things like sugar,” she explains. “Laser acupuncture helps rebalance the body. Weight loss is a positive side effect.” Purifying, Detoxifying A beneficial component to the Weight Health Program, lymphatic drainage massage helps the body push out fluid and toxins at up to 10 times its normal rate. “The lymphatic system is a network of lymph nodes and vessels that carry lymph fluid,” explains licensed massage therapist Lindsay Barringer, of Healnetic Therapy at the Centre. “An important part of the circulatory system and immune system, lymph carries metabolic waste through the

Laser acupuncture helps rebalance the body. localized pockets of fat, or cellulite. “The massage technique also helps with bloating, perfect for those who have overindulged over the holidays with sweet, salty and rich foods they normally don’t eat,” says Lindsay. Joining lymphatic drainage, she has also recently added pregnancy massage to her repertoire of services. “Since massage releases the ‘good’ hormones that regulate mood and release stress, pregnant women really benefit from

it,” she says. “Massage also helps with excess swelling, which often occurs during pregnancy.” Quitting Smoking Another popular resolution is quitting smoking, and the clinicians at AcuLaser handle that, too, through laser acupuncture. The treatment stimulates pressure points related to cravings, withdrawal symptoms, anxiety and detoxification. “In addition to cigarettes, I am seeing an alarming rise in clients who want to quit vaping,” says Luciana. “E-cigarettes contain highly addictive nicotine and a host of dangerous chemicals and aerosols that can cause serious damage to your lungs and cardiovascular system. Worse yet, people can vape indoors, anywhere, anytime, so unlike smoking there are fewer restrictions.” AcuLaser Treatment and Wellness Centre is located at 7000 Fitzwater Road, Suite 230, in Brecksville. Call 440-740-1020 or visit AcuLaserTreatment.com for more information.

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get into it or behind it, right? When you hear waterproof, that means that beyond a shadow of a doubt, no water will get behind the wall system to create problems with mold and mildew that you can’t even see.” And, he adds, the walls are attractive. “We now offer a design that looks like real grout line, but without the hassle of having to scrub grout,” Chad says. Bath R Us renovations go beyond tubs and showers, he assures. “There are companies that will offer you an acrylic shower,” he says. “We don’t stop there. We carry high-quality vanities with all different shapes sizes and colors of vanity tops. Our vanities are constructed from furniture-grade wood and feature soft closing doors and drawers. The drawers are dovetailed wood, not particleboard like you’ll find at home improvement stores. They come factory stained or painted and the tops are all one-piece integrated bowl systems made from cultured marble and are available in 10 different colors.” Plus, he says, the vanities are American made. “We get them direct from the factory,” Chad adds. “That means there’s no price markup from the supply houses, which means we can offer more competitive prices to our customers.” Flooring is another important part of a fabulous new bathroom, Chad emphasizes. Bath R Us installs beautiful, water-resistant and low-maintenance luxury vinyl tile. “We have six attractive colors to coordinate perfectly with our acrylic

showers and tubs,” Chad says. “Our stylish vanities, toilets, flooring and other bathroom components is one more reason why Bath R Us is the top bathroom replacement company in Northeast Ohio.” Chad, a decades-long veteran of the local home remodeling market, started Bath R Us with his wife Stephanie in March 2020. He credits his customers’ delight to his talented and conscientious team. “Our people are the key,” he says. “Our installers are all factory-trained and certified by the manufacturers of the products we install, and our visionary design consultants do an amazing job of inspiring customers and helping them to pick out colors and styles. Our sales reps are easy to work with. I’m always confident that when we complete the job, our customer is going to be happy with the experience from start to finish.”

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The Ageless Wild Woman: Jan. 29 Led by Pamela Ziss, Ann Clark, and Emma Clark, The Ageless Wild Woman embodies practices that may help restore calm, offer a sense of empowerment, and build CUYAHOGA WEST SHORE & LORAIN COUNTY resiliency. Through practices such as Havening, Breath Work, Mindfulness and Yoga, you’ll learn about wellness Poetry Readings & Storytelling Series techniques that can enrich your life. Presented Sunday, Join Beck Center for the Arts for free, inclusive, and inviting Jan. 29, from 1-2:30 p.m. at Centering Space. Beginners poetry readings on Jan. 21, April 1, and June 10, from 2:30- welcome! Cost: $20. Register online at centeringspace.org 4 p.m. in our main building, first floor in the Studio Theater. or call (216) 228-7451. All are welcome to share or experience these written works of art. Learn more at beckcenter.org or call (216) 521-2540. 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On the 3rd Wednesday, olmstedhistoricalsociety.org. the Photography Club members present their work for competition. All levels of photography skills are welcome. Cyber-Seniors Public welcome. No registration necessary. Visit online Cyber-Seniors provides free technology support and at alpl.org, call (440) 933-8128 or find Erie Shores training for older adults at the Rockport Branch Cleveland Photography Club on Facebook to learn more. Public Library. We can assist you with your smartphone, tablet, and computer. Upcoming dates: Jan. 21 & Feb. 4, Poetry of Presence: A Mindfulness Reflection Circle from 1-5 p.m. and Jan. 26 & Feb. 2, from 4-6 p.m. Contact Join Kim Langley on Zoom for a poetry circle to help our Pam at (440) 376-7041 or [email protected]. hearts deepen their ability to pay attention and see the holy everywhere. Presented at Centering Space on Fridays, Whole Brain Living Feb. 3 to Feb. 24, at 6:30 p.m. The Poetry of Presence Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroanatomist, had a stroke in the will be the springboard for mindful reading and the kind late 1990s that paralyzed the left side of her brain, leaving of conversation that refreshes and renews. There will only the right side of her brain functioning. Her experience be periods of quiet time to help us become more alert to living in the right brain as she slowly brought the left noticing and loving what is in the moment. Participants brain back gave her experiential insight into right brain will need a copy of Poetry of Presence and a notebook functioning in life and for spiritual experience. Facilitator to journal. Even if you think you ’don’t get’ poetry, be Mike Reiling will lead us in a study of brain functioning and assured that this is not academic, but a rich and simple how we can realize more spiritual states of mind. The four gathering that nourishes the spirit. Cost $60. Register at sessions at Centering Space (Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6 & 13) will centeringspace.org or call (216) 228-7451. include short presentations, reflection, journaling time and conversations. Participants need a journal and a pen. $10 Ghost, the Musical per session. Please register at centeringspace.org or call Sam and Molly are lovers, and when Sam dies, he (216) 228-7451. becomes caught between our world and what lies next. Molly is in danger and Sam cannot bear to leave her. A Teen Escape Room - Stranger Things: Jan. 24 medium helps Sam get in touch with Molly to warn her. While you wait for the next season of Stranger Things, Presented at Beck Theatre’s Senney Theater Feb. 10-26. join other teens to solve the puzzles and escape the Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and Upside Down. Presented Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 6-6:45 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Additional performances February 9, 16 p.m. and 7-7:45 p.m. at the Avon Library. Register at & 23. Learn more at beckcenter.org or call (216) 521-2540. LorainPublicLibrary.org or call (440) 934-4743. Grief Share Game Day Appetizers: Jan. 25 Grief Share is a faith-based support group for those Learn how to make several game day-worthy appetizers. who have lost a loved one. We offer support, comfort, Presented Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 6:30 to 7:30 and guidance through shared experience, providing p.m. at the Avon Library. Preregistration required. Visit encouragement and hope for joy in the future. Meetings are LorainPublicLibrary.org/events or call (440) 934-4743. held at Christ Church - West Campus, in Elyria. Learn more at griefshare.org or call (440) 236-8282. “Discover Your Past” Genealogy Program: Jan. 26 Learn how DNA can help you break down brick walls in Berea Animal Rescue Friends Volunteer Orientation your research from professional genealogist Stephen Learn about the many opportunities available with ARF. Wendt, who explains how DNA solved a nearly 100-yearJoin us for an ARF Volunteer Orientation, on Wednesday, old family secret concerning a mysterious baby. Presented Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. at the N. Olmsted Library, or Thursday, at the Avon Lake Public Library on Thursday, Jan. 26, at 7 March 16, at 7 p.m. at the Olmsted Falls Library. Volunteer p.m. Register at alpl.org or call (440) 933-8128. opportunities include a wide variety of activities, so you’re sure to find one that will meet your time and experience Step-Up Club: Jan. 26 requirements. 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f you are one of the many people suffering from painful, curled toes, you should know you have options. “Most people with hammertoes believe their only choices are to live with the pain or have surgery, which often requires scary pins, uncomfortable footwear and long recovery times,” says Dr. Eric Trattner, podiatrist and board-certified foot surgeon. Although he treats a variety of foot problems, he specializes in minimally invasive surgery to correct a variety of conditions like hammertoes, heel spurs and bunions. “Hammertoes are one of the most common foot ailments I see,” says Dr. Trattner. “They result from a contracture of the joints of the toe and often lead to painful corns and sores and keep people from participating in the activities they love.” Do You Have Hammertoes? Commons signs of hammertoes are: • Curled toes • Rubbing in shoes • Red, irritated areas • Corns or callouses For nearly 30 years, Dr. Trattner has been using minimally invasive techniques

for the correction of hammertoes. “With traditional surgery, a patient could expect to spend six to eight weeks in recovery with a fair amount of pain,” he says. A Much Gentler Approach Utilizing a minimally invasive approach, Dr. Trattner can straighten the toe in his office. “There are no pins, no stitches and there is virtually no pain,” he notes. After the procedure, patients may walk out of the office wearing their regular shoes with straight toes and return to normal activity almost immediately. Once the toe has healed, the corns and irritation usually go away. Dr. Eric Trattner has built his practice around the concept of delivering the very best foot care in a relaxed, comfortable environment. He also offers in-office laser treatment and utilizes Clearanail, a drugfree, pain-free breakthrough treatment for nail fungus. Dr. Eric Trattner has practices in Twinsburg, at 8900 Darrow Road, 330-405-3301; and in Fairview Park, at 20455 Lorain Rd, 440-3335350. For more information, visit ClevelandFootDoctor.com. BF-76293

The Shootouts Photos by Jamie Escola

The Northeast Ohio-based band is on the rise with a brand new album and a February 24 performance at The Grand Ole Opry!

The Shootouts are (left to right) Emily Bates (vocals), Kevin McManus (bass and backing vocals), front man Ryan Humbert (guitar and vocals), and Brian Poston (guitar).

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hat was once a side project from the Ryan Humbert Band in 2015, the Northeast Ohio-based The Shootouts is gaining some serious traction. Humbert and his lead guitarist Brian Poston’s love of classic country sparked the creation of this fun honkytonk band playing old school covers. As with any project, Humbert says, “If I believe in something, I want it to be big and won’t rest until I’ve exhausted every tiny detail.” Always trying to find a new edge, Humbert’s vision came complete with vintage dazzling western outfits like the ones Porter Wagoner wore. On To Nashville Talk about a fairytale, on Friday, Feb. 24, The Shootouts have been invited to perform on the iconic stage of The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. When that phone call came in the green room before a show in December, Humbert was speechless as tears rolled down his face. It’s a dream come true for the local singer-songwriter who has been forging a music career for over 20 years. Humbert has performed solo, with the RHB, with gospel choirs and big band orchestras, and in staged Christmas holiday shows that raise dollars for local charities. Throughout Humbert’s career, Emily Bates has been by his side adding vocal harmonies and singing duets. Guitar virtuoso Poston fuels The Shootouts with

a high-octane twang and shredding solos. Longtime area musician Kevin McManus (whose day job is editor of the Medina Weekly) is the latest addition to the band on bass and backing vocals. Extended family The Shootouts members found on The front man Shootouts recordings Ryan Humbert include Dylan Gomez on drums, Ryan McDermott on bass, and mentor/collaborator Al Moss on guitar and pedal steel. After hours of practicing their craft and trying out songs in front of live audiences, The Shootouts had enough material to record a debut LP Quick Draw in 2019, which drew some national critical acclaim. “Maybe we were on to something,” Humbert explained. “It all started to click and make sense after a long time doing pop-rock to follow my heart and passion.” For their follow-up in 2021, Bullseye was produced by Nashville troubadour Chuck Mead and spent 18 weeks on the Americana Music Association Top 30 album chart and No. 42 on their year-end most played records. With the help of publicist Maria Ivey of Nashville’s IVPR, the branding and culture of The Shootouts had everything firing on all cylinders. “Ryan’s incredible drive and persistence to find that niche and relentlessness to get

there was finally paying dividends,” Emily Bates added. The Shootouts’ rapid growth caught the ear of legendary western swing icon and 10-time Grammy-winner Ray Benson of Asleep At The Wheel, a band influenced by the “King of Western Swing” Bob Wills. A New Album Timing is everything in the music business, so it was right back into the studio for The Shootouts to record their third record, Stampede – while Bullseye was still charting – with Benson and Sam Seifert producing. The band took its time

Guitar virtuoso Brian Poston fuels The Shootouts with a high-octane twang and shredding solos. and reached out to respected recording artists they met along the way – like country legends Marty Stuart, Raul Malo, Buddy Miller, and Jim Lauderdale – to be part of the new album. Other notables include Nashville session player Mike Daly (guitarist/dobro/pedal steel) and both Dennis Ludiker (fiddle) and Connor Forsythe (keyboards) from Benson’s band. The 12-track recording opens and closes with the fast ramble of “Better Things To Do,” featuring Poston’s guitar and Stuart on mandolin. In between, the songs weave

from AOR Country “Anywhere But Here” to western swing numbers “One Step Forward” and “Must Be A Broken Heart” to ’80’s rockabilly sound of “Run For Cover,” “Tomorrow’s Knockin,’” and “Feeling Kind of Lonely Tonight.” The first single released is a slowed-down countryfied cover of “I’ll Never Need Anyone More” by Michael Stanley. Two other beautiful compositions that will catch your ear are the Al Moss penned “Coming Home By Going Away” and “Angel’s Work.” Like the previous two albums, Stampede is named after an instrumental featuring a fiery Poston. The Shootouts will be performing on The Grand Ole Opry on Friday, Feb. 24. Those with Sirius XM can listen live on Willie’s Roadhouse channel 56 or view on cable streaming via Circle TV. You can nab a copy of the album at your favorite independent record store beginning Feb. 24 or pre-order now The Shootouts’ official home page ShootoutsMusic.com.

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CUYAHOGA SOUTHWEST National Polka Month Celebration Cleveland Polka Association celebrates National Polka Month on Sunday, Jan. 22, at Holy Spirit Party Center, 5500 West 54th Street, Parma (between Snow & Brookpark). Doors open at 1 p.m. with music by Those Guys, from OH, from 2-6 p.m. Free polka dance lessons by Casey Karbowski at the band’s first break. No b.y.o.b., food and beverages will be available. Snacks welcome. Public welcome! Donation $12. Ages 18 & under admitted free. CDC and Health Department guidelines will be followed. Visit cpapolkas.com, find us on Facebook, or call Elaine at (216) 496-0223. Join the Friends of the Middleburg Library January is Membership Month. Join the Friends of Middleburg Library and support library programs for all ages throughout the year. $5 individual membership; $8 family membership. Learn more by visiting online at cuyahogalibrary.org or calling (440) 234-3600. North Royalton Republican Club: Jan. 24 North Royalton Republican Club will have its regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 7 p.m. at the North Royalton Library on Wallings Road. After the officer meeting we will have a speaker, whose topic will be “My month at the Board of Election during the November elections.” Learn more at northroyaltonrepublicanclub.org. Car Maintenance & Repair Basics: Jan. 28 New Year, New You! Let the North Royalton Library help you achieve your resolutions by teaching you basic car repair that you can do at home! On Saturday, Jan. 28, at 10:30 a.m., join experienced mechanic Austin Gatt, who will explain at-home car maintenance and repair. Topics include how to inspect your tires, fill tires correctly with air, and what to do if you get a flat tire. Under hood topics will also be covered such as jump starting your car, topping off fluids, how to check engine oil, and how to replace an engine air filter. Free, but registration is required. Call (440) 237-3800 or visit cuyahogalibrary.org. Middleburg Heights Women’s Club Scholarship The Middleburg Heights Women’s Club is offering scholarships to female graduating seniors graduating in spring of 2023, living in the Berea City School District as well as daughters and granddaughters of a Women’s Club Member. For application requirements and criteria, please visit mhwomensclub.weebly.com or contact Pam at (440) 212-0006 or [email protected]. Applications due by March 17, 2023. An Introduction to Crystals: Rocks or Magic? Is there really something special about crystals? Find out when the North Royalton Library hosts the workshop “An Introduction to Crystals: Rocks or Magic?” on Monday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m. Learn about their science and mystery, what makes them unique, and gain insight into their uses. Free, but registration is required. Call (440) 237-3800 or visit cuyahogalibrary.org to register. Crossroads Toastmasters Crossroads Toastmasters Club helps people build leadership and speaking skills. In person meetings are held at 7:30 a.m. on the 1st Wednesday of the month at KHM Travel, 50 Pearl Road, in Brunswick. We meet via zoom on all other Wednesdays. Contact Susan at (330) 840-9385 or [email protected] for more information. College Club West Scholarship Applications College Club West, an organization of and for supporting women college graduates, is offering scholarships to women who are residents of the Greater Cleveland area. Applicants must already be pursuing a four-year undergraduate or graduate degree in any area of study. Significant scholarships in the minimum amount of $2,000 will be awarded to women who are 25 years of age and older, and will be based on financial needs, career goals and academic records. The funds will be awarded after mid-June 2023. The deadline for applications is 3/ 18/23. The application, eligibility requirements and application process can be found at collegeclubwest.org/scholarships. Email [email protected] for more info.

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Exploring & Understanding the Arabic Culture: Feb. 4 The North Royalton Branch Library invites you to join the Alia Almashni on Saturday, Feb. 4, at 10:30 a.m. for a presentation designed to provide insight into an often-misunderstood culture, with the goal of informing and creating more culturally competent individuals. This workshop will provide an overview of 22 Arab countries, which share the same language and religion and introduces key concepts such as values and customs, some of which are shared by both Arab and American cultures. The event is free, but registration is required to join. Please call (440) 237-3800 or visit cuyahogalibrary.org. Caregiver Support Group: Feb. 5 Monthly speakers, information, and resources for caregivers of persons with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and similar cognitive disorders. Meetings are held on the 1st Sunday of the month, from 7-8:30 p.m. in-person at Strongsville United Methodist Church and by Zoom. Contact the church for the Zoom link. Please note: During winter months in inclement weather, meetings will be by Zoom only. Learn more online at strongsvilleumc.org or call (440) 238-6135. Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society Family Tale Unfolds: Feb. 6 Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m. Members and interested public are invited to attend at the Independence Civic Center in the Willow Room, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. The Family Tale Unfolds: Finding My French Forebears will be presented by Jane Gramlich, CVGS Vice President and Program Chair. Learn how she broke through a longtime brick wall in a matter of weeks, and how this bare little twig on the family tree sprouted into a full-blown, flowering branch. All are welcome! Coffee and refreshments will be served. For additional information, email [email protected] or visit online at cuyahogagenealogy.org. Strongsville Democratic Club Learn ways to take action, meet like-minded neighbors, and discuss how we can collectively save our democracy. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Strongsville Library. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., socializing after the meeting. Learn more at StrongsvilleDems.org. Parma Animal Shelter Valentine’s Bake Sale: Feb. 12 The Parma Animal Shelter is having a bake sale Sunday, Feb. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the shelter, 6260 State Road. The bake sale will take place in the garage. There will be raffle baskets along with breads, cupcakes, muffins, pies, cakes, cookies, candy and more for purchase, along with cat, dog, and PAS merchandise. Learn more online at parmashelter.org or call (440) 885-8014. Southwest Divorced Widowed or Separated Seniors Southwest Divorced Widowed or Separated Seniors meet every 2nd & 4th Sunday at 7 p.m. at Zabors Party Room, 5666 Pearl Road, Parma. Membership $25 per year. For more information, contact Fran at (216) 254-9799. North Royalton Democratic Club The North Royalton Democratic Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the North Royalton Library. Please join us for election information, volunteer opportunities, and a chance to socialize with your friendly progressive neighbors. Snacks and water will be provided. For more information, visit NRDems.org or email [email protected]. Ridgewood Garden Club of Parma Meeting: Feb. 21 Regular meeting, to be held at Parma Memorial Hall, 6637 Ridge Road, on Tuesday, Feb. 21, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Please join us to learn & explore getting ready for spring planting whether it is a flower garden or a vegetable garden. We will discuss our plans for projects with the City of Parma and Stearns Farm and a flower show we are planning at Stearns Farm. For further information, call (440) 487-5328 or email [email protected]. continued

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ne of the biggest reasons for the move from our previous showroom in Rocky River to a larger one in Westlake was to give us the space and freedom to design every inch of it, making way for full-sized shower vignettes. We feel our showroom is elemental to the decision-making process. Our guests can immerse themselves fully in the possibilities of what their new bathroom can look like. Sometimes folks struggle with envisioning a finished bathroom. Not here. We go over every consideration beyond just picking out the materials, such as do they want no threshold, low threshold or a higher threshold entering the shower? Do they want a bench within the space? We offer many styles, including a teak bench that conveniently folds up so it doesn’t impede on the bathing space. Do they want a shower door, a curtain, a glass partition, or nothing at all? We take pride in following an approach that’s consultative and educational, never

salesy or high-pressure. During every step of the job, we communicate with people and let them Westlake police captain Tony know what’s Vogel, at left, is pictured with next. When winner Terry McGrady and Bath Depot & Window Depot people bring in photos of owner Tony Hoty, at right. their dream bathroom, that’s even more helpful. And speaking of dreams coming true, we are thrilled to report that Terry McGrady won our Black Friday Bath Giveaway, announced at our Holiday Open House last month. His $10,000 bathroom makeover is already in the planning stages. Bath Depot and its sister company Window Depot are located at 24510 Sperry Road in Westlake. Call 440-2969999 or visit BathDepotCleveland.com or WindowDepotCleveland.com for more information. STAFF

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TOWPATH DISTILLERY

Anthony Piscazzi’s local, handcrafted, small-batch spirits are making a big splash in Northeast Ohio. Photos by Payton Burkhammer

Anthony Piscazzi’s new Towpath Distillery is rooted in family lore. During Prohibition his Italian immigrant ancestors were successful bootleggers in the Akron area.

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nthony Piscazzi, founder of the popular The Merchant Tavern, in Akron’s Merriman Valley, has quite the pedigree. His great-uncle John “The Merch” Piscazzi was the founder of Akron’s beloved The Wine Merchant, while his great-grandmother prepped for the restaurant in her Italian home kitchen. In high school, Anthony bussed tables for Liberty Street Brewing Company’s legendary Dave Russo, who spent 13 years working in famous New Orleans restaurants learning from big names like Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse. And just after Anthony’s Italian ancestors emigrated penniless from southern Italy to Akron in 1917, Prohibition began, so the industrious new arrivals suddenly became “entrepreneurs.” “They were bootleggers,” Anthony smiles. “And there are so many family stories. They had stills spread around different houses in Akron where they vented them up the chimney so nothing

Towpath Distillery produces rum, bourbon, gin, vodka and specialty small batches.

seemed suspicious. And they had more stills is barns in places like Orrville.” After Prohibition, Anthony’s greatgrandparents, aunts and uncles became upstanding citizens, creating a better life for their families, their neighbors and their descendants—like Anthony. “I feel a tremendous amount of gratitude for my family,” Anthony says. “They took great risks, coming here with nothing and working so hard. My great-grandfather came through Ellis Island and would carry his shoes so he didn’t scuff them before job interviews. Everything I do is to honor my family, and that includes the distillery.” The Distillery Leveraging the success of The Merchant Tavern, in 2019 Anthony began researching distillation and spent time working in a distillery in New Orleans to learn the ropes. When he came home, he launched Towpath Distillery. “When Covid hit, we had to close the restaurant,” Anthony says. “But that gave us time to dedicate exclusively to constructing the distillery.” Towpath Distillery, which is located inside The Merchant Tavern adjacent to the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath, is now producing four different spirits—bourbon, vodka, gin and rum—along with seasonal batches like Red Wine Barrel Bourbon and Holiday Spiced Rum, both of which will likely be sold out by press time. Towpath Vodka, Anthony says, is produced mostly from Ohio corn and Ohio fruits, and distilled six times. The vodka has already won a gold medal from the blind tasting organization The 50 Best, based in Manhattan.

Towpath Gin uses the vodka base with the addition of nine different macerated botanicals, like juniper, citrus, cinnamon, anise and various root compounds. Towpath Rum, which is in its infancy, features a high-grade molasses out of Florida. “It’s a silver rum three times hot distilled,” Anthony says. “And we’re beginning to add barrels for our aging program. There is so much more to come.”

Towpath head distiller David Sheffer.

“As a small producer handcrafting small batches, we can pay close attention to every detail of the process. That’s how you create a high-quality product,” says Towpath head distiller David Sheffer, who served as assistant wine maker for a popular Napa winery, and cut his teeth as a sales rep for a wine barrel manufacture. Towpath Bourbon is made from corn, rye, and barley sourced from throughout Ohio, the Ohio River Valley and other parts of the Midwest. “Our barrels are Appalachian American oak,” Anthony adds, “but our goal is to experiment with different types of oak and different mash bills. We want to be known for creating a variety of different bourbons and whiskeys.” The Towpath Bourbon style is fullbodied and full-flavored. “We create bourbons that are great in a cocktail, but also great served neat. That requires layers of flavor and complexity.”

Towpath Distillery spirits are available at the locations listed in the sidebar on this page and at the distillery, which is located inside The Merchant Tavern, 1824 Merriman Road, in Akron. For more information, visit towpath-distillery.com.

Where To Find It Towpath Distillery spirits are available on a limited basis at a number of liquor agencies in Summit and Medina counties. In Cuyahoga County, you’ll find all four spirits— bourbon, vodka, gin and rum—at Royal Park Fine Wines & Liquor Agency, 12770 Royalton Road, in North Royalton. The phone is 440-5828766. Bottles are often available at Buehler’s in Medina, and Acme in Montrose, West Akron, and Hudson.

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mimi’scalendar things to do Thomas Jefferson - Landscape Architect: Feb. 23 Celebrate Presidents Day as the North Royalton Library presents Thomas Jefferson - Landscape Architect on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. Join Greg Cada of the Cuyahoga County Master Gardeners for a garden history presentation using the life of Thomas Jefferson to illustrate the horticultural influences which shaped him for producing his landscape architectural and garden projects. Extensive pictures include Colonial Williamsburg, Monticello, Poplar Forest and the University of Virginia. Historic garden restoration and design considerations are included. Free, but registration is required. Call (440) 237-3800 or visit cuyahogalibrary.org.

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Kiwanis Club of Independence Pickleball Tournament The Northcoast Classic Pickleball Tournament will be held Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 25 & 26, at the Independence FieldHouse. Proceeds from the tournament will support the Kiwanis mission of “Improving the World - One Child and One Community at a Time!” Visit independencekiwanis. com/Page/34300 or email [email protected]

NEOCAG Genealogy Meeting: Feb. 11 The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society, Inc. monthly meeting will be held Saturday, Feb. 11, online via Zoom. NEOCAG presents a Member of the Association of Professional Genealogist speaker Lauren Kuntzman, her topic will be “Introduction of Geneanet.” The meeting opens at 9:15 a.m. and speaker presentation begins at 9:45 a.m. NEOCAG is an educational organization for people interested in genealogical research using electronic means. Meetings are open to the public and visitors are always welcome. For additional information and zoom account, visit neocag.net. To request a “limited seating” invitation, email [email protected].

Northern Ohio Doll & Bear Show: Feb. 26 Doll & Bear Show featuring modern & vintage dolls from Barbie to antiques, doll stringing & appraisals. Approximately 150 tables with lots of treasures, clothing & accessories. The show will take place Sunday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Best Western Plus, 15471 Royalton Road, Strongsville. For further details, call Eileen at (440) 283-5839. Independence Train & Toy Show: March 4 Bring back an old fashion hobby, Model Toy Trains, and make memories with family. KD Trains, LLC is sponsoring the Independence Train & Toy Show at the Independence High School Fieldhouse (rear of High School) 6001 Archwood Road, on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission $7. Under 12 admitted free. Operating layouts, vintage toys, food. Dealer tables available: 8ft @ $25 each. Contact Dennis at (216) 642-0692 or email [email protected]. Garfield-Perry March Party: March 17-19 The 133rd annual stamp show and exhibition, one of the oldest in the U.S., features 170 frames of stamp and postal history exhibits, 38 dealers and meetings. Presented at the Best Western Plus, 15471 Royalton Road, Strongsville, on Friday, March 17, and Saturday, March 18, from10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, March 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more at garfieldperry.org or email sadowski. [email protected]. Valley Forge 24th Annual Spring Craft Show: March 18 Each spring the Cross Country and Swim teams host this annual event; the primary fundraiser for both teams. All proceeds are then funneled to support the athletes in their conditioning and training endeavors. This year’s event will be held Saturday, March 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Valley Forge High School, 9999 Independence Blvd., Parma Hts. Student athletes will be manning concessions, helping vendors set up, assisting in take down, and moving equipment, as well as taking food orders and making deliveries to tables. These tasks help students gain interpersonal communication and social skills benefiting them now and in their future endeavors. To reserve a table or for more info, visit facebook.com/ ValleyForgeSpringCraftShow. Kiwanis Club of Independence TopGolf Outing: March 26 Join Kiwanis Club of Independence for fun at TopGolf on Sunday, March 26, at 1 p.m. Click on the Golf Ball on IndependenceKiwanis.com for more information and to register. Registration ends March 1. Call (216) 401-01297 for additional information. New Clevelanders: New Member Coffees New to the area? Want to explore your new town and make some new friends? Consider the New Clevelanders club, a social organization of women who have recently moved here. Wonderful activities and charity events. New Member Coffees are held once a month. Visit online at newclevelanders.com for more information.

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“Doc Hudson” at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum A replica “Doc Hudson” is on display at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, on loan from the Hudson Essex Terraplane Historical Society (HETHS), in Indianapolis. This traveling display is a HETHS tribute to Doc Hudson, the star of Disney’s animated movie “Cars” which honored vintage automobiles and automotive racing history. Guests are invited to meet this Doc Hudson and capture their photo with him before he speeds away this spring! For more information and updates on visitor guidelines, visit wrhs.org or call (216) 721-5722.

Celebration: Feb. 18 Verb, “Ohio Contemporary Ballet,” returns to the Breen Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 p.m. The program will highlight a range of talent with the restaging of former Joffrey Ballet Co-Artistic Director Gerald Arpino’s, Celebration, and a new commission by Levi Marsman, formerly of Ailey II. The company is honored to participate in the Centennial Celebration of the 100th birthday of one of the 20th century’s most influential artists, the late choreographer, Gerald Arpino. Marsman will create a new ballet utilizing his expressive unique style. The evening will also showcase Verb’s Associate Artistic Director, Richard Dickinson’s, Four Last Songs from 2013. Tickets are $10-$35. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite at verbballets.org/celebrations23. For more info, call (216) 397-3757. Porsche 911: The Evolution of an Icon With cars sourced from around Northeast Ohio with help from the Northern Ohio Region chapter of the Porsche Club of America, Porsche 911: The Evolution of an Icon shows the progress a single model made from near-death in 1981 to becoming a world-class supercar by the mid-2000s. This exhibit runs through April 2, at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum. Learn more at thecrawfordmuseum.org. The ALS Association ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. The ALS Association is the only national non-profit organization fighting ALS on every front. By leading the way in global research, providing assistance for people with ALS through a nationwide network of chapters, coordinating multidisciplinary care through certified clinical care centers, and fostering government partnerships, the ALS Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while aggressively searching for new treatments and a cure. The Northern Ohio Chapter serves persons living with ALS and their families throughout 33 counties, including Cleveland, Akron, Toledo and Youngstown. Learn more at als.org/northern-ohio, call (888) 592-2572 or email [email protected].

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ature takes its brush and paints us a beautiful picture each day, and local painter Susan Danko takes this display to her advantage. Using her experience of this world around us, Susan brings her own vibrant vision of it to life on canvas. The result is a stunning, abstract interpretation of the ever-evolving, natural local backdrop, depicted with Susan’s expert hand and keen attention to detail. “My observations of nature and the related research that I do are an integral part of my artistic practice and serve as the foundation for the artwork that I have been making for the last several years,” Susan says. Her creative process begins with experiencing and noting aspects of the natural world, by making sketches and taking photos during her hikes. Afterward, she conducts research to learn about the environment based on her observations. When painting, Susan works intuitively and often employs the associative power of color to create mood and drama in her work. Acrylic paint surfaces are built up in layers using printmaking techniques such as screen printing, masking, stenciling and stamping to create textures and patterns. Additionally, she pours, sprays, spatters and paints delicate freehand linear illustrations and uses gel mediums to form thick impasto. “In creating this work, I hope to raise awareness and inspire a greater respect for the environment that we all share,” she

comments. Susan received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art in 1998 and has been consistently creating and showing her work ever since. Susan has earned Susan Danko many honors in her career, including two Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Awards (2021, 2013), residencies at the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, Massachusetts (2013) and Shenandoah National Park, Virginia (2020), and two Ohio Percent for Art commission awards. Her work has been shown in solo and group exhibitions at venues including the Museum of Contemporary Art in Cleveland, Moss Arts Center at Virginia Tech, The Butler Museum of American Art, the Cleveland Foundation and the Cleveland Botanical Garden. “It has been a personal goal to live solely by work that allows me to use my creative talents and I’m happy to say that I have succeeded to this point,” Susan smiles. In addition to her full-time studio practice, Susan teaches evening painting courses at the Cleveland Institute of Art and works as a freelance art installer. To reach Susan, email her at susan. [email protected]. For more information, visit SusanDanko.com. Follow Susan on Facebook @susan.danko and on Instagram @susan_ danko.

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