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LIFESTYLE LETTER
FEBRUARY 2018 PUBLISHER
Richard Mellert | Richard.Mellert@LifestylePubs.com Joe Violi | Joe.Violi@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR
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Lifestyle Letter
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Nicole Winsor, Matthew Kovach CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
2018 IS A BIG YEAR FOR MEDINA COUNTY. Our county seat, the City of Medina, is celebrating its 200th birthday, and locals are feeling festive. The tone that this year has already set is overwhelmingly one of community, and all that warmth has made it so much easier to brave the cold that this winter has brought. We're all about that sense of community, and it has already been a fabulous year. If you remember last October, many of you nominated some of your favorite local businesses for recognition in our Readers' Choice competition. When November came around, you visited MedinaCountyLifestyle.com and voted for your favorites in each category, which you recognized for their dedication to both their customers and their community. The time has finally come to announce the winners, and we'd like to cordially invite you to get to know each and every one of them.
Nicole Winsor, Colleen Kelly, and Readers' Choice winners
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CHIEF SALES OFFICER CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DIRECTOR OF MARKETING ART DIRECTOR OPERATIONS DIRECTOR EDITORIAL MANAGER EDITORIAL AD MANAGER AD COORDINATORS
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FEATURES 10 A Spring Road Trip Down South Explore the southernmost reaches of Medina County at these fascinating destinations.
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A Spring Roadtrip in Southern Medina County SPRING IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER, AND YOU'LL ADORE EXPLORING THESE STUNNING LOCAL ATTRACTIONS.
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IT IS NO SECRET THAT THE NORTHERN HALF OF OUR COUNTY IS HOME TO SOME PRETTY FANTASTIC PLACES. When Scene 75 first opened its doors last year, the community hype was incredible, and many have found themselves returning to the coolest entertainment center around again and again. And, of course, when the snow finally melts, locals flock to Hinckley Reservation to enjoy the lake and ledges as they grow verdant and lush with new life. But, what is there to do in the southern portion of Medina County? As it turns out, there is quite a bit worth exploring in the county’s southern half. As spring approaches and the region starts to warm up, you’ll definitely want to hit the roads and explore these unique attractions.
statue was zinc, like many of the same era. THE BOY WITH THE LEAKING BOOT
Wadsworth was previously a Boy with the
In 2014, Downtown Wadsworth unveiled
Leaking Boot statue that dated back to about
an unusual statue beside its gazebo. The
the same time frame, but it was purport-
Victorian downtown district possesses the
edly used as scrap to further the war effort.
same charms as Medina Square, but unlike
Downtown, locals discovered, was never
Medina, it is has a permanent resident
quite the same without him.
with a bizarre story.
The statue that stands in Wadsworth
The Boy and the Boot is a replica of a
today is cast in Everdur Silicon bronze.
statue in Sandusky. It depicts a young boy
Though its original meaning has been
with one shoe held at about eye level, leav-
lost to time, locals have adopted one of
ing one food cold and bare. The origins of
the most popular American interpreta-
the design are unknown, though similar
tions of the statue: they say it depicts a
examples exist throughout the world.
boy bringing water to Civil War soldiers
The Sandusky statue may actually be one
in a leaking boot. As such, it stands as a
of the earliest known example of this design
tribute to our community’s soldiers, past,
in the United States, dating to circa 1876. The
present, and future.
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A SPRING ROADTRIP IN SOUTHERN MEDINA COUNTY
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MOUND HILL CEMETERY: BATES FAMILY GRAVE GREEN LEAF PARK
Martin and Anna Bates moved to Seville in 1873. The couple was
In 1818, brothers Abraham and Lysander Hard settled in
known as the Seville Giants and, had you met them, it would have
Wadsworth. Around that time, the Hard family built a cabin on
been plain to see why. Martin reached 7 feet 9 inches, whereas his
what we know today as Boneta Road.
wife towered over him at 7 feet 11 inches tall. How they met, and how
Lysander was a preacher of the Methodist Church, and he
they came to settle in Seville, is a story straight out of the movies.
is credited with preaching the first sermon in Wadsworth. On
Martin, a Kentucky native, was a normal sized baby. By age 6 he was
April 6, 1818, Lysander was voted as the Township Treasurer in
said to be 300 lbs. As an adult, he must have been imposing when he
the first election held after Wadsworth split off of Wolf Creek
fought with the Virginia State line troops in the Civil War. It was there that he
Township. One of his sons, Harlow Hard, studied medicine and
gained the title of “Captain,” and there that he found a disdain for violence.
served as the first physician in Marshall County, Indiana. Harlow
Repulsed by the Civil War, he left Kentucky and joined the circus. He
was known as a “reluctant activist” in the antislavery movement.
he met Anna Haining Swan while working as a sideshow act traveling in
Abraham, like his brother, was passionately involved in the
California. Swan had gained fame working with P.T. Barnum. When they
church. Prior to leaving Vermont in 1816, Abraham married a
wed, they became an international sensation.They toured Europe, offer-
woman named Rebecca Flagg, whose grandmother came to
ing lectures and “teas,” even being received by European royal families.
this country on the Mayflower. Abraham and Rebecca were
Despite all their travels, it was the Ohio countryside that captured
described as active members of the Methodist Church of
the couples’ heart. They purchased a farm of 130 acres and built a
Wadsworth and River Styx that sacrificed time, labor, and money
house of giant-proportions that allowed them to live comfortably.
for the cause of their religion.
Shortly after they settled in, Anna birthed a baby that weighed in at
To put the Hard families' date of settlement into perspective,
an astonishing 18 lbs. The baby girl died at birth, weighing in at 2 lbs
Medina County was founded in 1812, but it wasn't until 1818 that
heavier than its mother when she was born. She would again give
it was formally organized. In November of 1818, Medina was
birth to a child in 1978, this one a boy. He weighed in at 23 pounds 9
secured as the county seat when public square was deeded to
ounces, making him the heaviest newborn on record. Though he lived
Medina County by Elijah Boardman.
only 11 hours, the Bates were awarded a Guinness World Record.
The Hard Family Log Cabin, which now stands in Green Leaf
Anna died in her sleep unexpectedly in 1888, just one day before
Park in Sharon Center, is the oldest standing structure in the
her 42nd birthday. Grief-stricken, Martin ordered his wife a statue of
county. As such, it is truly a sight to see. Beside this magnificent
her likeness and mounted it on her grave in Mound Hill Cemetery,
structure is a charming garden managed by the Medina County
where she was buried with their two children.
Herb Society. It is located at 1674 South Medina Line Road, just slightly past the Sharon-Copley intersection.` 12
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Today, this giant love story is a bit of local lore, but you can still find artifacts from their life at local historical societies.
CHIPPEWA LAKE This stunning blue jewel is perhaps one of the most enchanting
opened its doors to locals in 1875. After more than a century
spots in the entire county. At 330 acres, it is the largest inland
of fun, it finally closed in 1978. Though ruins from its days as
natural lake in Ohio.
an amusement park remain, the site has been listed for sale as
Its shores have long been a site of human activity. Artifacts left behind by indigenous peoples have been found at the lake alongside fossils of megafauna (extinct mammals like the stag-moose
recently as the summer of 2017. With such a rich history, it should come as no surprise that part of the lake is a public park today. On the west side of the lake is Krabill Shelter, located at 7597
and short-faced bear). In the much more recent past, this lake attracted many of the
Ballash Road. From this lot it is easy to walk down to the waterfront
county’s earliest residents. The beautiful site was selected as
to enjoy its majesty. You will walk along a wooded patch and field,
the home of Chippewa Lake Amusement Park, which officially
which in the spring are vibrant with birdsong.
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EADERS' CHOIC
Best Luxury Automotive
Best Dentist
Medina Auto Mall
Brunswick Family Dental
3205 Medina Road, Medina
3487 Center Rd # 8, Brunswick
888.698.7090
(330) 273-1600 | BrunswickFamilyDental.com Brunswick Family Dental has been serving
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the community strong for 37 years. Dr. Kroffke
individual customer with paramount concern. We know
recently acquired the practice from Dr. Koch,
that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we
who retired in March 2017. As a Brunswick native,
enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those stan-
Dr. Kroffke is humbled and honored to serve his
dards each and every time. Allow us to demonstrate our
community. He works to improve the quality of life
commitment to excellence!
in each and every patient that he serves.
Medina Auto Mall sells and services CADILLAC,
Brunswick Family Dental works to be the
Dodge, Jeep, Buick, Chrysler, GMC, and Ram vehicles.
one stop shop for all of your dental needs.
Conveniently located near I-71, a trip to Medina Auto Mall
Preventative care, restorative care, and cos-
is just a short trip from anywhere in the county.
metic care options are available, allowing
Our experienced sales staff is eager to share its knowl-
you to customize each visit and make it as
edge and enthusiasm with you. We encourage you to
unique as your own smile. Kroffke offers the
browse our online inventory, schedule a test drive and
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investigate financing options. You can also request more
imaging and implant placement. Brunswick
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Laser Procedures, Cosmetic Dermatology, Skin Cancer Treatment, and Holistic Medicine. Our staff serves patients and clients in two modern, beautifully-appointed health care facilities in Medina and Wooster. Medical directors and owners, Drs. Helen and Leonard Torok, explain that they wanted to bring all possible resources available in dermatology on one campus for the benefit of the Medina community. "Our vision was to offer the best in general dermatology, cancer surgery, laser surgery and incorporate this with a holistic view to our patients’ treatments," Dr. Helen Torok explains. "This way, patients do not have to leave Medina for their treatments." The medical directors have assembled a staff of the best and brightest in health care. Continuing medical education to stay abreast of the latest procedures and modalities is an important part of the professional staff’s commitment to providing Trillium Creek’s patients and clients the best care available. Trillium Creek is located at 5783 Wooster Pike in Medina, and 128 E. Milltown Road, #208 in Wooster. Call
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Best Optometrist
Medina Vision & Laser Centre 4463 Weymouth Road, Medina 330.722.2150
Best Chiropractor
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Maximum Potential Chiropractic
Medina Vision and Laser Centre has been
155 Northland Drive, Medina
providing quality eye care to Medina County
330.723.1441
families since 1990. We believe that our prac-
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tice is a place where people can learn about
Growing up, Dr. Matthew Hamilton did not realize that improving spinal
their eyes, their eyesight, and how vision
function could improve his overall health. Like many of us, he suffered from
relates to their overall health.
allergies as a child. At age 13, a basketball accident and a whim trip to the local
Your visit to MVC starts with a comprehensive
chiropractor unexpectedly cured his symptoms.
eye health and vision examination. Then we’ll
As it turns out, birth trauma, accidents, and injuries impact nerves, which in
work with you to select the best care plan for
turn impacts function. That may show up as pain, or it may show up as other
your functional vision needs. Our professional
issues, such as sinus pressure or allergies. After his life-changing experience
optical staff can match you with the perfect
as a young teenager, Matt found a passion for changing lives through holistic
pair of lenses and frames, in our beautiful and
health-based chiropractic service. Thus came the spark of inspiration from
comfortable optical dispensary with over 850
which our local Maximum Potential Chiropractic was born out of.
eyeglass frames on display. Single use contact
”What most people do not consider is that the spine has an intimate relationship
lenses are emphasized for ultimate eye health
with the brain,” says Dr. Matt. “Spinal health—neck, mid, low back, pelvic health—
and convenience, with many specialty options
is a direct mirror of brain health. If you do not have good spine health, then you
such as multifocals, scleral fittings for corneal
cannot have good nervous system health or good overall health. What we do and
disease, and myopia-control options for kids.
what we offer in here is chiropractic, but by being a gatekeeper to the nervous
Because the doctors at MVC have a special interest in vision as it relates to learning, eye exams for students include additional testing
system, we help the body get back to a state of healing and regulating.” Dr. Matt has witnessed firsthand how health can transform one’s quality of life. If you don’t have your health, he reasons, what do you have?
of focusing, eye teaming, and reading & track-
“If you can move well, live well, and be well, you can ultimately give well. You
ing eye movements. If needed, we offer vision
can give well of your time and your resources to the stuff you care about, and
therapy for remediation of visual deficiencies
you’ll be surprised how that can make a world of difference.”
and also work with parents and teachers to explain a student’s developmental eye care needs. Did you know that approximately 80%
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of all a student learns relates to adequate
Pfister Orthodontics
vision, eye movements and visual integration? Eye health and vision examinations at MVC are comprehensive and include a look into overall health. Our doctors look for signs of underlying health conditions, such as diabetes and hypertension, and screen the ocular systems for signs of primary eye disease such as glaucoma, macular degeneration and cataracts. Guidance and treatment options are also provided. We offer the OPTOMAP® retinal imaging system; awesome technology designed to provide an advanced internal eye health examination as well as an increased comfort level during your visit. The best news….this retinal scan allows our doctors to fully evaluate the back of the eye and look for signs of retinal disease, WITHOUT the use of dilating drops!
698 E Washington Street, Medina 330.725.4220 PfisterOrthodontics.com Your smile is your greeting to the world. At the office of Dr. Charles Pfister, we strive to provide the highest quality of orthodontic care to children, teens and adults in and around the Medina area. We know what a significant difference in health and self-esteem a beautiful smile can make, which is why we are dedicated to giving each of our patients the beautiful, straight smile they deserve. Not everyone is born with a beautiful smile. Crooked teeth or spaces between the teeth may be a source of embarrassment or self-consciousness. Appearances can have an effect on popularity, social behaviors, self-expectation, personality, style and self-image. Improperly aligned teeth and jaws – called a malocclusion – also can lead to tooth decay, gum issues, TMJ complications and a host of sometimes painful dental disorders. Using our precise mix of cutting-edge technology and time-proven methods such as Cone Beam Imaging , for finding unerupted teeth in adolescents or preparing the bone site for implants in adults. At Pfister Orthodontics we will work with you to create a unique smile that you can be proud of.
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Best Home Builder/Remodeler
Wolff Design Center 6078 Wolff Road, Medina WolffBros.com The Wolff Design Centers are a division of Wolff Bros. Supply, Inc. and specialize in kitchen, bath, and lighting design and installation for contractors and homeowners alike. They have been family owned and operated for over 50 years. The flagship location is in Medina, OH on the original family farm. Wolff Design Center’s experienced kitchen and bath designers will walk you through the selection and design process, to make sure the end result is everything you dreamed of. They measure every kitchen, office, custom vanity, and closet onsite before it’s ordered to ensure the perfect fit. Plus, they take the time to walk you through specs and selections, piece by piece, so you have a full understanding of what you are purchasing. Their lighting specialists will guide you through selecting fixtures that truly become the statement piece in your room, without overwhelming the room. They will also make sure your fixtures have the right lumen output and are an appropriate size
Best Landscaper/Lawn Care
Boyert's Greenhouse & Farm
for the space, a couple of not so little details that often aren’t properly addressed. Call or visit us online to schedule your free kitchen,
7171 Wooster Pike, Medina
bath, or lighting consultation – 1.888.OK.WOLFF or
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Boyerts.com Mike and Patti Boyert have a passion for family, farming, and growing in their community. In 1985, their farm on Paradise Road was transformed by the presence of their first greenhouse. Eventually, their cozy family business expanded to include the Garden Center, located at the corner of Wooster Pike and Paradise Road, and the addition of 150 acres for their registered beef farm. Their business grew as the Boyert family grew with the addition of 6 children. The Boyerts have a passion for gardening that is admittedly a bit of a family legacy. That passion includes assisting others, novices and tenured gardeners alike. With the assistance of the staff at Boyert’s Greenhouse and Farm, DIY landscaping projects are a breeze. At the Garden Center, approximately one acre of heated greenhouses and cold frames filled to the brim with plants and products that will help you troubleshoot problems. Their team of experts also hosts free planting workshops and topical seminars on subjects ranging from container gardening to birding. As they are open year round, there is never a bad time to start exploring how you can beautify your landscape. Armed with a team like Boyert’s, you are bound to succeed.
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Best Home Decor and Furnishing
Architectural Justice Gallery & Cafe 13593 Pearl Road, Strongsville 440268.8646 ArchitecturalJustice.com At Architectural Justice, we strive to inspire you to bring creativity and style into your home. That’s why we established our flagship location, Architectural Justice Gallery & Cafe in Strongsville, Ohio – Cleveland’s first redefined space for experiencing artisan living. It is a unique European inspired place to shop, dine and be inspired. You can shop our gallery of eclectic and artistic furnishings and home decor, including handcrafted and reclaimed pieces created by artisans at our Medina workshops. You will also find a variety of unique items for gifting and entertaining. We support other local small businesses as well, featuring handcrafted jewelry, greeting cards, paintings and more. While you shop you can enjoy a bite to eat or sip an artisan coffee in the Cafe. You can indulge in European inspired cuisine for breakfast, lunch or dinner. We proudly serve locally roasted Rising Star Coffee along with Hartzler Family Dairy milk. If you’re feeling inspired by the surroundings you can partake in a culinary class in the stunning Sub-Zero Wolf Demonstration Kitchen. The kitchen space is also a great space for small private parties. Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 9AM-5PM Thursday-Saturday 9AM-9PM
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Perfect Power Wash 440.987.4010 PerfectPowerWash.com Mike Palubiak, owner of Perfect Power Wash, and his team have cared for over 40,000 homes in this area in the past 18 years. Armed with a fleet 22 trucks on the road, each outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, Mike and his team can easily help you start your spring cleaning. He reminds that spring cleaning should not stop at the interior of a home. The power washing services offered by Mike and his team of highly trained professionals are safe, fast, effective and environmentally friendly. A nationally-recognized expert on power washing, Mike helped write standards on this cleaning method for the Power Washers of North America. Giving your home’s exterior a spring cleaning with Perfect Power Wash will not only enhance its appearance, it will also protect your family by removing potential health hazards posed by contaminants – and it will save you money too. For example, cleaning your roof should reduce cooling costs in the summer by removing algae, which being dark, absorbs more heat. And, according to the National Association of Realtors, power washing a house before putting it on the market can increase its value by up to $15,000. Turning to the pros at Perfect Power Wash will help you realize the benefits of home exterior cleaning quickly and easily. Using their professional service saves money over less effective do-it-yourself options that call for using rented equipment. It will also let you finish your cleaning faster, which is a good thing, because this will give you more time to get out an enjoy the party nature throws every year around here during the beautiful Northeast Ohio spring that lies just around the corner.
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Best Heating and Cooling
Best Realtor
Krystal Keck at the KORE Team at Stouffer Realty 19670 W. 130th Street, Strongsville 330.732.5325
Kasidonis Heating & Cooling 812 Pearl Road, Brunswick 330.220.8125 KasidonisHeatingAndCooling.com Ah, beautiful spring. You’re ready to clean the grill, plant
theKOREteam.com Krystal Keck, Realtor, Broker and a Sales Manager for Stouffer Realty works with residential buyers and sellers and focuses on land and new construction sales. She has held a real estate licensed in three different states and has been licensed for over 16 years. Krystal has successfully formed a real estate team, called the KORE Team, to provide the best possible service to her clients. Krystal Keck is one of the most dedicated and committed real estate agents you will ever find. She is a designated Realtor member of the National Association of Realtors, member of the Ohio Association of Realtors, and holds a position at the Medina County Board of Realtors as a director, 2018-2020. Krystal has earned the nationally recognized Military Relocation Professional (MRP) Certification, e-Pro Certification and is the first realtor in Ohio to achieve the Master of Real Estate (MRE) degree from REALTOR University established by the National Association of REALTORS.
the flowers and bring out the lawn chairs. You’re ready for the warm weather ahead, but is your air conditioner? “The most important thing to remember is that your air conditioning unit has sat outside all winter long” says June Kasidonis, owner with husband Steve of Kasidonis Heating & Cooling in Brunswick, “If your Freon level is low, even by one pound, it can cause damage and other problems to your air conditioner and can cost you more to run. We strongly recommend a clean and tune before you start it up or shortly after.” Besides low Freon, any number of problems could be found in the unit — animals may have built nests in it, leaves could be clogging it, spiders could be in the contactor. “A check-up now will allow your air conditioner to run as efficiently as possible this summer and will extend the life of the unit,” says June, “A good percentage of our service calls stem from something that could have been typically caught earlier during a clean and tune.” Licensed, bonded and insured, Kasidonis Heating & Cooling specializes in residential and commercial HVAC needs, including heating and cooling systems, plumbing, boilers and minisplit systems. The company received the Angie’s List Super Service Award and a Gold Star award from Better Business Bureau. Customers may join the Kasidonis Klub monthly maintenance program for just $13 per month, which includes priority scheduling, discounts on parts, plus annual heating and cooling check-ups, a savings of at least $400 per year.
Best Interior Design
The Interior Design Studio 207 S Court Street, Medina 330.725.7623 InteriorDesignStudioOH.com The Interior Design Studio is family owned and operated by Amy Douglass, Katie Heinz and Julie McNabb. The Studio has been in business and a resident of the Medina community since 1970. Located on historic Medina Square, the studio established its business by specializing in residential design, commercial design and custom furniture. Over the years, The Interior Design Studio has expanded its offerings to include custom window treatments, flooring, furniture and design consultations. The staff has a combined 38 years of experience and are members of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) and IDS (Interior Design Society). Interior Designers Amy and Katie keep pace with the latest trends by regularly attending design industry shows and continuing education classes. They share this extensive design knowledge directly with their clients. In addition to their interior design business, Katie and Julie have a well-stocked storefront gift shop, managed by Julie, that features enchanting decor and unforgettable gifts, including men and women’s fashion, socks with attitude, wedding memorabilia, and more.
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Best Cosmetic Surgeon
Best Day Spa
Crystal Clinic
VCS Salon & Spa
4975 Foote Road, Suite 100, Medina
410 S Court Street, Medina
330.668.4065
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Your appearance contributes to your overall well-being, and nobody
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address the entire spectrum of cosmetic surgery. Whether it is cosmetic or
sional, innovative, and creative setting. Our team-
reconstructive, or surgical or non-invasive, their team of experts is equipped
work is legendary and our service genuine! Living the
to tackle a variety of plastic surgery procedures.
vision is our next level.
You may be interested in body contouring, rejuvenating procedures, or
You won't believe how easy it is to relax so close to
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with questions. What are the risks? How long will recovery take? Is there a
waxing services, body treatments, massage therapy,
payment plan that I can pursue, or will insurance cover it? Rest assured that
and nail services. Located just to the South of Medina
you are in good hands with the team at Crystal Clinic. As procedures vary
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by patient, the best way to begin getting answers is to schedule a consultation. Take the first step toward confidence and rejuvenation! Head over to CrystalPlasticSurgeons.com/schedule-appointment and prepare to
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meet the brand new you.
Planet Fitness 1733 Pearl Road, Brunswick 330.460.6887 Planetfitness.com/gyms/brunswick-oh We strive to create a workout environment where everyone feels accepted and respected. That’s why at Planet Fitness Brunswick, OHwe take care to make sure our club is clean and welcoming, our staff is friendly, and our certified trainers are ready to help. Whether you’re a first-time gym user or a fitness veteran, you’ll always have a home in our Judgement Free Zone™.
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Westfield Bank
Best Private School
Two Park Circle Westfield Center
Saint Ambrose Catholic School
800.368.8930 westfield-bank.com Westfield Bank is known for building trusted relationships with customers, partners, and employees. Thousands of businesses and individuals choose to bank with Westfield Bank because we effectively combine a personalized, solutions oriented approach with the lending capacity and comprehensive products of larger institutions. Westfield Bank employs a team of high caliber, experienced bankers. Westfield Bank also offers private banking services, striving to meet the requirements of individuals with sophisticated financial needs. For more information, call 800.368.8930 or visit westfield-bank.com.
923 Pearl Road, Brunswick 330.460.7318 SaintAmbroseSchool.us Saint Ambrose Catholic School is a catholic community where Jesus Christ is EVERYTHING to us and our students are challenged to reach their potential. Saint Ambrose School is a Preschool- 8th grade Catholic school is a place where bright futures begin and our graduates lead and succeed in high school and beyond. We are the first STEM school in Medina county and one of only 44 STEM schools in the state of Ohio. We provide a faith based education that is of the highest quality. We provide students access to state of the art technology and 21st Century thinking skills to solve real world problems and develop future leaders for our community. We thank our families and community for nominating and voting for us to win the 2018 Reader's Choice Award for the Best School in Medina County!
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Best Hair Salon
Esbi International Salon 4193 Center Road, Brunswick EsbiIntlSalon.com “I believe you are chosen for this kind of work,” says Cheryl Basilisco, co-owner of Esbi International Salon. She and her husband, Nuccio, provide services that beautify clients and enhance their lifestyle. “Everyday, you meet different people. They have different personalities and they face different sit-
Best Jeweler
uations. As a stylist, you have to put yourself on the back
Don Basch Jewelers
burner and focus on making them feel their best. Sometimes,
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that goes beyond the cutting and coloring, and it takes a
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special person to have the heart and care and compassion
DonBaschJewelers.com Starting as a trade shop in 1979, servicing over 100 stores in the Northeast Ohio area, the Basch family has always had hard work, the vision of the customer and family values at the foundation of their business. Their signature diamond, The “Denise Anne” Diamond is only available at Don Basch Jewelers. Over 38 years of experience taught them that if you want the best, create it yourself… So they did! They added additional facets to the crown and pavilion of the diamond to create a sparkle and glow that will turn heads! You really have to view it with your own eyes to believe it. You’ll be amazed! Along with being known for their selection of quality jewelry and exceptional customer service, all repairs are done in-house by Don himself and his team of experienced bench jewelers. And when you just can’t find that perfect piece of jewelry, Don Basch Jewelers offers complete Custom Design service so you can create your very own individual one-of-a-kind piece. At Don Basch Jewelers their goal is to make each person’s experience the best possible by educating their customers to give them the knowledge and confidence they need to make the right jewelry selection and purchase.
to work so closely with people.” That attitude is applied throughout their full service salon, which is staffed with both Esbi Stylists and Independent Stylists. Not only do their services keep clients looking and feeling youthful; they also utilize innovative techniques to keep you looking timeless and trendy. ”Our staff specializes in hair, nail, skin care and special occasion styling services,” explains Basilisco. “We offer hair cutting and coloring, perming, relaxing, sugar waxing, microblading, extensions, and lash extensions, all set in an enchanting environment where you can truly relax.” The stylish environment of Esbi International Salon is best described as lavish, decorated with stunning murals inspired by artists who are, like the Esbi Stylists, emboldened by creating quality and personalized looks. Services at Esbi International Salon are priced by level, meaning that services can be customized to fit into your budget. Stylists are leveled based on years of experience: junior, senior, master, and artistic director. One may choose to work with a more experienced stylist for a haircut but a junior stylist
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for a color, equipping you with the ability to personalize your
Homestead Insurance Agency Inc.
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homesteadins.com Homestead Insurance Agency Inc is a professional agency with a personal touch. With over 70 years of experience in Medina County and the insurance industry, Homestead can be trusted to complete an analysis of your insurance needs and design a responsible protection program for you. Located at 1324 Pearl Road in Brunswick, we offer a variety of professional insurance services and policies as an independent agency. We represent various outstanding carriers in our industry. Brandon Rapp(CEO) and Mark Herwick (President) represent the following products that include, but are not limited to: auto, home, motorcycle, recreational vehicles, and all types of commercial insurance. Homestead also specializes in the sale of life, health, annuities, long-term care, medicare supplements and advantage plans, medicare prescription drug plans, and disability income. Our goal at Homestead is to provide you, the customer, with the best coverage at the lowest premium, while building a long-standing relationship with our excellent, personal service.
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Best Retirement Community
Western Reserve Masonic Community 4931 Nettleton Road, Medina 330.721.3000 WRMCOhio.org Originally opened in 1997 and acquired by the Ohio Masonic Home in 2002, Western Reserve Masonic Community is located on 229 picturesque acres in Medina, Ohio at I-71 and Route 18. Offering single-story garden villa homes, independent living apartments, as well as assisted living, memory care, post-acute, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing, along with variety of amenities that are tailored to you, we invite you to experience an active, energetic atmosphere that promotes your independence and lifestyle. At Western Reserve Masonic Community you’ll love your retirement years. Our campus offers several “less-stress” living options in a full service continuing care retirement community. We welcome ALL adults 55 and older.
Best Brewery
Lager Heads Brewing Company & Tap Room 325 West Smith Road, Medina Matt and Jon Keine are well-known fig-
Best Dessert & Bakery
Rito’s Italian Bakery and Deli 1930 Pearl Road, Brunswick 44212 330.220.3103 Rio’s Bakery.com Rito’s Bakery and Deli has been family owned and operated for over 52 years. We are the home of the “Gigantic Cannoli” featured on the Food Network. We also have been awarded Best of Cleveland for our Cannoli in the October issue of Cleveland Magazine. We specialize in Cassata (sponge cake with assorted fillings) and cakes for every occasion from weddings to birthdays, come check out our extensive menu online. We are well known for our large selection of authentic Italian cookies like Lemon Biscotti, Amaretti, Smorzetti, a variety of Pasta di Monderla (almond paste) and even Macaroons. Our Angel Wings are a customer favorite these powder sugared morsels will melt in your mouth. We have the largest selection of all of your favorite pastries like Filo and French Strudel, Tiramisu, Sour Cream Cheese Cake, Brownies and a variety of Kulachky. Our deli has the best selection of quality meats and cheeses. We make party trays that consist of generous portions of meats, cheeses, olives, relishes, potato salad, fresh Italian and rye breads and pizza. They are perfect for office parties. We make cookie trays, pastry trays and cannoli trays. Come and visit us today.
ures in the Medina County community. In 2010, the brothers started brewing at their restaurant, Lager Heads BBQ Smokehouse, in Abbeyville, and they secured a following that forced them to move the brewery to a new location in 2015. “We outgrew our restaurant brewery and decided to open a brewing operation close to the heart of Medina,” says Matt Keine. While Jon can be found making sure the restaurant runs smoothly on a typical work day, Matt tends to oversee operations at the Lager Heads Brewing Company & Tap Room just outside of Downtown Medina. A mutual love of craft beer is what initially sparked their start in the business of brewing. After they began to feature craft beer at Lager Heads BBQ Smokehouse, its popularity inspired them to begin studying homebrewing and, ultimately, to begin producing craft beers for their restaurant. Just outside of Medina Square, you can enjoy an ice cold glass of beer in a tap room conjoined with the very brewery in which the drink was made. No matter your palatte, there is something on tap that will delight your taste buds. Such variety stems from Lager Heads Brewery production of about 17 ales and lagers year round, which requires upwards of ten different varieties of hops. A trip to Lager Heads BBQ Smokehouse or Brewery will result in an unforgettably flavorful experience, and it’s too close to home to pass up.
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Best Fine Dining
Timber Lodge 2809 Pearl Road, Medina 330.725.6288 TimberLodgeMedina.com Next to a menu featuring a wide selection of USDA choice, Prime and Angus steaks , fresh seafood, chicken, and pasta dishes, Timber Lodge has one other particularly alluring trait: it is filled with a charming sense of cozy familiarity thanks to its long history as a site of congregation. The iconic Timber Lodge building is located on the “bend” of Pearl Road between Brunswick and Medina. In 1844, Samuel Clark constructed the first structure on the property—a simple farmhouse. Sometime in the decades following its construction, it passed through several other notable families (including the Kenyon, Richard, and Schaber families) and was rebuilt and used as an early area schoolhouse. By the 1930’s, the house fell into the possession of the Kellers, who added to the farmhouse and opened it as a restaurant in 1933. Since 2002, it has been under the care of Owner Ron Levitt. Notable dishes feature Snapper, Walleye, Halibut, 1 lb Giant Lobster, Mahi Mahi, and other fish flown in from all over the world. Healthy, pan-seared, fresh, and never frozen, the variety of fresh seafood, handcut aged steak, and outstanding portions will blow your mind. No matter what you select, there is a wine on standby that’ll pair perfectly with your meal. The best part is that this is just a snapshot of the wide variety of regular menu items and chef features that are offered every day at Timber Lodge. “Timber Lodge is all about fresh steaks and seafood, big portions at a great value,” says Levitt. “We are a restaurant that is very rooted in the community, and we love being a part of it.” If you are looking for large-portions of quality food for a price (and flavor) you cannot resist, Timber Lodge is the romantic milieu for you.
Best Dog Care/Grooming
Dog Gone Crazy, A Canine & Feline FUNhouse 4070 Foskett Road, Medina 330.273.1777 doggonecrazykennels.com Dog Gone Crazy is equipped with 84 individual indoor/outdoor dog kennels and 8 cat kennels providing extended stay, daycare and bathing/grooming services. This facility is fully lovingly staffed 12-14 hours a day enabling several daily, one-on-one exercise times between each guest and a staff member. The owners live on-site of the 6 ½ acre property, where dog walks are frequent and standard. The individual indoor/outdoor kennels are heated or air conditioned, offering larger suites to accommodate those with multiple pets and/or larger breeds. Pricing for boarding is based on weight, starting at $24, with grooming starting at $25.
Best Veterinarian
Brunswick Animal Hospital 2900 Center Rd Brunswick Oh 44212 330.225.5661 ohiopetvet.com Looking for professional, friendly veterinarians in Brunswick? You’ll find plenty of them here at Brunswick Animal Hospital! Every pet is is different, but they all deserve the same high level of veterinary care by a team of friendly, professional veterinarians and technicians. Our doctors are committed to providing pets with exceptional veterinary care.
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Discounts are offered for Military, Police, Firefighters, Seniors, multiple pets AND referrals! Pick-up and drop-off is available seven days a week, with grooming available on-site for boarders and non-boarders seven days a week as well.
Best Casual Dining
Riverstone Taverne 5288 Center Road, Brunswick 330.483.9900 RiverstoneTaverne.com When in the midst of our coldest month, nothing is as warm or inviting as casual comfort food. ”I’m an electrical engineer, my wife is a software consultant,” explains Bruce Iacovelli, who owns Riverstone Taverne with his wife Joyce Hicks. “We had a passion for food and decided to become restaurateurs in 2007.” When the Riverstone Taverne opened in Valley City, it delighted locals with its high quality, made from scratch meals. Nothing delights like familiar food with fresh high quality ingredients, realized Iacovelli, and he and his team set out to create a
Best Maid Service
welcoming menu composed of American comfort
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food with a delicious twist.
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better,” says Iacovelli. “Our staff roasts chicken,
The world is moving at a faster pace than ever before.
turkey, and corned beef for sandwiches, and sea-
People work longer hours and yet they still want to find the
sonal fruits and vegetables are purchased from
time to relax, play with and raise their children, work on per-
local farmers markets. When you’re using good,
sonal projects, see family and friends and organize all those
fresh, quality ingredients, you don’t have to do a
little things that need to get done. Juggling so many things in
lot to make them flavorful.”
this hectic work-a-day world, it can be hard to find the time
Such elegant simplicity is reflected in the stun-
to clean or by the end of the day you are just too tired to do it.
ning décor of the cozy restaurant, which has been
Dunn-Right Custom Maid Services is here to make sure the
located in Brunswick since 2014. Its lodge-like
homes of Medina County are thoroughly cleaned at a reasonable
setting creates an inviting atmosphere, complete
price. Being in the housekeeping industry for so many years we
with candle chandeliers, a soaring stone fireplace,
have had the privilege of meeting many of the fine people and fam-
and masterfully mixed woods, that perfectly com-
ilies of this community and we are very proud to say that much of
plements the comfort food your palette craves.
our business comes from repeat customers and word of mouth.
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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR Bacon, Sausage Gravy & Biscuits,
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can defeat defending champion
niors (65 or older), kids (ages 6-12)
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SYLVIA WEHRS: VIOLIN Wadsworth Public Library
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
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linist and teacher Sylvia Wehrs
Come get your church made Pirohi,
24 hours prior to the concert.Coffee
in The Solo Violin: A Journey
chicken paprikash, stuffed cabbage,
and tea provided.
Through Time. This free concert
noodles and cabbage and rolls! Stop
Free will donations greatly appreciated.
will take place on Sunday, Febru-
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ary 11, 2018 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Wadsworth Public Library.
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Granger Library
This is not your common flea market-
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Chinese New Year is February 16!
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PARTING THOUGHTS
Local Students Earn Their Wings ARTICLE MATTHEW KOVACH, BEAT REPORTER
WILLETTS NJHS VOLUNTEER AS ANGELS FOR A DAY IN BRUNSWICK, 2017 ENDED ON A HIGH NOTE THANKS TO
Salvation Army also provides food for families in need, as well as
SOME LOCAL KIDS WHO EARNED THEIR WINGS AS SELFLESS
offering camps and recreation activities for children.
VOLUNTEERS. On December 9 at 11 a.m., Willetts Middle School National
The Salvation Army sent representatives to interview parents to
Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students volunteered their Saturday to
find out what their kids wanted and liked so a list of possible gift
spend $5,000 at the Medina Target to buy Christmas presents for over 50
ideas could be provided to the student shoppers. They were also in
Brunswick area children in need of some holiday cheer.
charge of distributing presents after the NJHS students wrapped the
The students named their mission Angel Tags and gained funding
gifts. In return for the Salvation Army´s donation of manpower, NJHS
from the Tifft Family Foundation to buy gifts for other kids in need.
students volunteered their time to ring Salvation Army bells outside
After the shopping event, the students traveled to Brunswick High
of places like Giant Eagle and K-Mart here in Brunswick.
School where they wrapped the presents and then sent them to the Salvation Army for distribution.
Porter stressed the generosity of the Tifft Family, who has not only funded the NJHS Angel Tags program, but also works to provide
Cheryl Porter, Willetts´ NJHS group advisor, organized the event
places like Nigeria with clean drinking water. Vicki Tifft, CEO of the
along with ClinicalRM and its employees, and with the help of her
Tifft Family Foundation, ¨has provided a lot of money to schools in
sixth through eighth-grade NJHS students. ClinicalRM is a clinical
Medina County through grants,¨ said Porter. “The Angel Tags pro-
research organization in Hinckley founded by Vicki TIfft. This is
gram is grateful for the foundation´s generosity.¨
NJHS´s first year doing something of this nature and on this scale. The event benefits children from newborn through age 18.
Matthew Kovach, an eighth-grader at Willetts Middle School, is one of over fifty student “backpack journalists” (grades 6-12) in the
¨Ẅilletts is not alone in providing children with Christmas pres-
award-winning BEAT Video Program. The program is sponsored by
ents,¨ Porter stated.¨ It´s country-wide.¨ The Tifft Family Foundation
Scene75 (scene75.com), RPM, Plum Creek Assisted Living Community,
is not just a holiday or United States organization, but has also helped
Baskets Galore, Medina County Arts Council, Medina County Women’s
people in other countries like Africa gain clean drinking water.
Endowment Fund, Brunswick Eagles 3505, and the Brunswick Rotary
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Club. Go to TheBeat22.com to learn more about the Program, or visit TheBeat.viebit.com to view videos produced by the students.
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