Do you know an older adult with poor vision? Tri-City Consortium on Aging has partnered with the Cleveland Sight Center to offer a seven week series to help older adults with impaired vision remain independent in the community by teaching them skills and offering tricks and tools to maintaining independence. The class is free and transportation is available to registered participants. The next . . .
Are you or a neighbor having problems paying your mortgage? Do you own and live in the home? If you answered yes to both of these questions, you may be eligible to have your loan restructured. Over 41,000 homes have been foreclosed in Ohio this year. Over 87,000 more Ohio homes are projected to be lost in 2009. You can save your home! This foreclosure prevention fair . . .
CLEVELAND BROWNS “MEET THE ROOKIES”. Come to Legacy Village for Autographs, Inflatables and More. Legacy Village, Northeastern Ohio’s Premier Lifestyle Center, will host a special Cleveland Browns “Meet the Rookies” event on Saturday, June 27. Each member of the 2009 Browns rookie class – including first-day picks Alex Mack, Brian Robiskie, Mohamed Massaquoi and . . .
From The Community Center: Mayor's 7th Annual Young at Heart Celebration
For Lyndhurst residents at least 55 years young. WHEN: Sunday, June 28th, 2009 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. WHERE: Lyndhurst Community Center. By popular demand, Carmelina will be back to entertain us. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations are necessary, as seating is limited. Call Melissa today at (440) 449 -5011.
The Garden Club does not meet in July or August as we are busy with our own gardens. We also maintain the Community Center Sundial Garden and the Garden at the Little Red School House on Richmond Road behind the South Euclid Lyndhurst School Board Building. September 3rd, our first meeting of the fall, will be with Cynthia Druckenbroad , Horticulture Director of the . . .
SELREC Seniors July Through December 2009 Club Newsletter
Welcome to our new home, the more spacious, more comfortable, (no steps!) Lyndhurst Community Center (LCC). After meeting for decades in the Lyndhurst City Hall basement, you’ll not only enjoy our new facilities, but our great lineup of entertainers, speakers and, of course, pastries and coffee at all meetings. Because demand for space at the LCC is high, beginning in Sept. our regular . . .
Watersheds are the places we call home, where we work and where we play. What you and others do within your watershed impacts the quality and quantity of water and other natural resources. Healthy watersheds are not only vital for a healthy environment, but also for a healthy economy. Water from all rivers and streams in Cuyahoga County flow into Lake Erie. Lake Erie is not only the source of our drinking . . .
Please join us for the 2009 Concerts in the Park! In the event of bad weather these concerts will be held in the Community Center. WHEN: Wednesday, July 15th at 7:00 PM - Prime Time Big Band. Wednesday, August 19th at 7:00 PM - Swing Time Big Band. Saturday, July 4th at 7:30 PM - Hillcrest Concert Band (*ONLY if weather permits.) Please bring a chair or blanket. See you there!
WHO: SELREC Singers, a non-profit community group, consists of approximately 45 men and women from the Cleveland area who perform for events and organizations monthly. The SELREC (South Euclid / Lyndhurst Recreation) Singers stage two shows each year - a winter holiday concert and a scripted show in June. WHAT: Welcome to Radio Hour! ~ Music of . . .
It’s that time again!!! Time to get things underway for the 2009 Lyndhurst Homedays Celebration. Welcome back to those of you returning and welcome to our newcomers – we are glad to have all participating!!! The dates of the event are Friday, September 11th, Saturday, September 12th and Sunday, September 13th . . .
Dear Neighbors: Well, it looks like we made it through the long, cold days of winter and the ever warming days of spring are upon us. If you are like the rest of us I am sure that you are getting out in your yard and doing that spring yard clean up and getting the flower beds ready for all those flowers. It always makes me so very proud of our community as my wife and I walk . . .
By: Chief Rick Porrello: Now that our children are out of school, motorists are reminded to watch for kids and generally increased pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Pedestrians are reminded that crosswalks and sidewalks are to be used. As we look forward to Spring and Summer activities, parents are reminded of two laws: Curfew and the "Keg Law." Unless accompanied by a . . .
STEMI Management: What is STEMI you may be asking yourself ? This stands for ST elevation Myocardial Infarction. Now in English, this is a fancy term for the tracings on a 12 lead EKG that show up when someone is experiencing a heart attack. The City of Lyndhurst Fire Department, in partnership with Hillcrest Hospital, now offer a state of the art system for notifying the . . .
Consistent with her efforts of educating the Community, Judge Mary Kaye Bozza is proud to announce her support for the Mayfield High School's awareness against underage drinking, as we approach the season for proms and graduation celebrations. The theme is "Parents Who Host Lose the Most" which is the message from a program of the Drug-free Action Alliance with . . .
By: Melissa Weldon, Coordinator. STAY HEALTHY - To help you and your family stay healthy, we want to remind you that the Cuyahoga County Board of Health holds an immunization clinic on Thursdays in the Community Center. The clinic can provide you with all the same vaccines you would receive at your Doctor's office, from baby's first shots and school immunizations . . .
Whether you're enjoying an ice cream cone with the kids or grabbing an informal lunch with friends, Legacy Village is the destination that offers something for everyone. "I think Legacy Village really has become the center of town," said Lyndhurst Mayor Joseph Cicero. "On Friday and Saturday nights, with the bands playing, it really is a gathering place. It is what I always dreamed . . .
Legacy Live Concert Series, Art in the Village and Moonlight Movies Headline Summer Activities. Legacy Village is gearing up for a full slate of warm-weather fun, including the return of the 6th annual Legacy Live concert series, the ever-popular Art in the Village and a trio of Moonlight Movies. “We really have a lot of great events lined up for the summer,” said Legacy Village General . . .
Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) meetings are scheduled the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Lyndhurst Community Center. Do you like to get invloved and meet new people? Neighbor to Neighbor may be just the right thing for you. Bring your ideas on how we can make our community better . . .
Vision Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Training Program: The Tri-City Consortium on Aging is pleased to announce the introduction of a free, community-based vision rehabilitation and assistive technology training program, EnVision Independence East, at Villa Serena in Mayfield Heights . . .
What is Storm Water Runoff? Storm water runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snowmelt flows over the ground. Impervious surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and streets prevent storm water from naturally soaking into the ground. Why is Storm Water Runoff a Problem? Storm water can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt and other pollutants and flow into a storm sewer system . . .
The South Euclid and Lyndhurst CERT Teams, in conjunction with the Cuyahoga County Board of Health, are in the process of planning for a Mock Mass Dispensing Drill, and are in need of residents to assist us on Saturday, July 11th, 2009. We are looking for residents over 18 to volunteer for a variety of duties, from administering simulated antibiotic medications to forms distribution and many . . .
The Cuyahoga County Engineer's Office and Burton Scot Contractors, LLC will implement the traffic pattern for Section I of the Ridgebury Boulevard repair and resurfacing construction project. At this time, only eastbound traffic will be permitted on Ridgebury Boulevard; local traffic will be maintained one-way eastbound and westbound traffic will be detoured. The detour for . . .
WHAT: The road base and curbs are being repaired, the sidewalk ramps at the curbs are being brought up to standards, and the road is being resurfaced. WHEN: Starting April 13th through July 31st (Lyndhurst Section). WHERE: From Richmond Road to Lander Road (2009) From Lander Road to SOM Center Road (2010). IMPACT ON TRAFFIC: The traffic will be in the . . .
Dear Lyndhurst Property Owner: You are receiving this letter because your property or a portion of your property has been affected in some way by the new maps... In order to view the new maps and discuss these changes and their potential implications, please join us in a Flood Risk Information Open House on April 14th, 2009 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the following address . . .
Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund of The Cleveland Foundation.For Further Information Contact: Joan Cern, Donor Relations, (216) 615-7145. For Additional Information: (216) 691-2291. The Legacy Village Lyndhurst Community Fund of The Cleveland Foundation, which was created by The Legacy Village Partners LLC to support philanthropic and other charitable . . .
EnVision Independence East to Benefit area Residents who are Blind or have Low Vision. The Tri-City Consortium on Aging is pleased to announce the introduction of a free, community-based vision rehabilitation and assistive technology training program, EnVision Independence East, at Villa Serena in Mayfield Heights. The program is being offered in partnership with the Cleveland Sight Center . . .
REGIONAL INCOME TAX AGENCY (R.I.T.A.): www.ritaohio.com. R.I.T.A. E-File: A quick, easy and secure way to file your municipal income taxes online with R.I.T.A. INDIVIDUALS ARE PROVIDED THE FOLLOWING FEATURES: 1. A simple step-by-step calculation of taxes or refunds. 2. Ability to file even if you moved in 2008. 3. Electronic transfer of refunds into checking or savings . . .
Brush High School's AVTV Productions is offering an opportunity to send a personal message from individuals in our community to a family member or friend that is serving our country either at home or in foreign lands. As our military is away from loved ones, we thought that we could video tape a family or individual in our studio. The DVDs would then be available for . . .
2009 is here and Community Service is more important than ever!!! Many families and individuals in our city will need help this year. Join Neighbor to Neighbor in helping our community. Spring Clean-Up will be here before you know it... Sign up today!!! Our meetings are held every 2nd Tuesday . . .
Euclid Creek Watershed Website: For the most current information on storm water and water quality issues in the Euclid Creek Watershed please visit the Euclid Creek Watershed Website by clicking on the photo to the left. Your participation is essential to the future stewardship of this great watershed! Learn more now! About the Euclid Creek Watershed: The Euclid Creek . . .
The City of Lyndhurst has partnered with the Cleveland Restoration Society to offer low-interest home rehabilitation loans for homeowners of properties 50 years or older. Our Heritage Home Program(SM) has a fixed 3.5% interest rate for up to a 10 year term and is financed through KeyBank. Many types of projects qualify including interior remodels, exterior maintenance, weatherization, mechanical systems, and more. Since this is a . . .
Dominion East Ohio has launched a new website to help make the best choices in purchasing natural gas. The interactive site, which serves as a one-stop shop for gas choice information, can be accessed online at www.dominiongaschoice.com. The site's theme is, "Get Turned On To Energy Choice." Dominion East Ohio worked with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO), the Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC), natural gas suppliers and community . . .
The City of Lyndhurst and City Watch are pleased to announce the addition of the CityWatch Alert Notification System to our Public Safety Service Program. City Officials will be able to quickly and accurately send out emergency and non-emergency message notifications to literally thousands of communication devices within minutes. Public Service & Emergency Alerts, Senior Citizen . . .
A list of Local Organizations which include contact names and phone numbers. This list will be added to the Lyndhurst City Website permanently and kept up-to-date for those of you looking for a quick directory of all Local Organizations . . .
WASHINGTON - Hundreds of thousands of strapped homeowners could get some relief from a plan negotiated by the Bush administration to freeze interest rates on subprime mortgages that are scheduled to rise in the coming months . . .
Do you know an older adult who needs support or opportunities for participation? There are many volunteer opportunities available in our community as well as classes, programs and other events . . .
If a tornado ripped through Lyndhurst or a neighboring community, what would you do? What if another power outage hit our city as it did on August 14, 2003? Or, did you ever wonder if you could help your fellow citizens . . .
The Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council, or NOPEC, is made up of 118 member communities, large and small, spread across eight Northeast Ohio counties. Voters in each of these communities approved the formation of NOPEC in November, 2000, by passing ordinances that authorized their local government to aggregate all utility . . .
As the weather changes, we can always expect storms, and with them, storm-related power outages. Now is a good time to make sure you are prepared in the event that the power goes out.
If your lights go out, first check for problems with the fuses or breakers . . .
Project S.O.S. "Support our Soldiers" is an ongoing community effort in the city. Thanks to the generosity of many residents we have been able to collect many items and letters needed to create care packages to send to our soldiers. It is our hope that we can continue to provide much needed items and letters from home to send overseas . . .
Each year hundreds of residents contact the Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District regarding a host of environmental issues. If you are one of these residents, you may find the brochure below a good resource tool. The Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District staff developed this brochure to provide a quick response to county residents . . .
The Hillcrest 100 follows the proud tradition of other clubs across the United States. The concept of the 100 Club was born in Detroit in 1952. Following the fatal shooting of a young Detroit officer, William M. Packer, the owner of an automobile dealership wrote to 100 of his friends encouraging them to donate to a fund . . .