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PhotoBlogs by Ivor Karabatkovic
The LHS boys baseball team took advantage of the sunny weather and took to the field for throwing and fielding practice. Outfielders caught fly balls, as the infield and pitchers practiced indoors.
PhotoBlogs by Rhonda Loje
BOE meeting where explanations for closing Grants were given by BOE members.
PhotoBlogs by Don Farris
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PhotoBlogs by Margaret Brinich
Taylor Trimarchi captures the range of emotions from the board meeting last night at LHS.
PhotoBlogs by Jim O'Bryan
Photos in and around Lakewood, Ohio during February 2010. All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer Inc.©2010
Photos for Chef Geoff's article on the Ranger Cafe at Lakewood High. This branch of the Westshore Vocational School has really come up with a winner. Standing ovation to the school, director of the class Rob McGorray, and all of the students. Make Your Reservation Now!
Lakewood used to have decorations all over town. Detroit Ave. and Madison Ave. up and down the street. Huge display of lights at Lakewood Park with luminaries on the bike trail, just marvelous stuff. Now everything has been moved by LakewoodAlive's orders to the business district of "Mainstreet" in Lakewood's "Downtown." While some of us were driving around and complaining, suddenly the beauty of the effort came forward. Each and every snowflake is different. Just like the real things. So we went out and documented the snowflakes, and noticed that LA had brought an entire theme to not just "DowqntowN" on "Mainstreet" but throughout the city! All photos property of Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2010 If you wish to use them you must credit "LakewoodAlive's DowntowN on Mainstreet" programs.
Photos of Barak Obama arriving at Cleveland Hopkins Airport, and his town hall meeting in Lorain, Ohio. All photos property of Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2010
Photos taken in and around Lakewood in January 2010. All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2010
PhotoBlogs by Debra O'Bryan
President Barack Obama's meeting in Lorain, Ohio.Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2010
PhotoBlogs by frank lanza
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PhotoBlogs by Gary Rice
Here are six photos reflecting what Lakewood either has lost, or may lose soon. I decided to post at this time (12-23-09) because the building formerly housing Lakewood Christian Church was being demolished today, and I thought of the people and places around here... not that long ago...
On November 11th, at 11 a.m. at Lakewood Park, area veterans, along with their friends and families, gathered to honor all veterans. The well attended event was followed by a social hour in the Womens' Pavilion.
Lakewood Senior Health Center Hosts Council-at-large Candidate Forum On Wednesday, October 7th, 2009, all six candidates for Lakewood's Council-at-large positions were present at the Lakewood Senior Health Center. Three openings are to be filled as a result of the election in November. Present were (left to right) Brian Powers, Jared K. Shapiro, Ryan Patrick Demro, Lakewood Senior Health Care Administrator Jason Coe, Daniel E. Shields, Monique Smith, and Nickie J. Antonio. Each was warmly received by an attentive audience. Each candidate was allotted five minutes' presentation time; after which, a question and answer period was provided. Photo-Property of Gary Rice
On October 6th, Lakewood Republicans held a candidates' forum at the Lakewood Public Library. In attendance were Republican candidates Ryan Patrick Demro and Jared K. Shapiro, along with Democratic candidate Daniel E. Shields. After each candidate presented a 5 minute introduction, there were questions fielded from the audience. The question and answer session was moderated by Tim Carroll.
The 13th Annual American Music Masters event was held from Nov 10-15 at the Rock Hall and around town. The event was sponsored by the Hall, as well as by CWRU, Gibson Guitars, Playhouse Square, the Ohio Humanities Council, and the Cuyahoga County Public Library. Here are some shots of the event. Photos property of Gary Rice
PhotoBlogs by Christopher Bindel
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PhotoBlogs by Mel Page
Despite the economy, hundreds of people attended the Mayor’s Charity Ball at the Beck Center this past Saturday night to show their support for the Arts. There was delicious food provided by area restaurants, great art for the silent auction, live music to enjoy and who doesn’t love a party?
Every year Kiwanians make thousands of home made donuts to raise funds for the many local youth efforts.
PhotoBlogs by Dennis Ehren, DC
The Screw Factory artists of the Lake Erie Building hosted an open studio event on Saturday, November 7. The event was very well attended and everyone seemed to really enjoy looking at and buying artworks, and chatting with the artists. In this gallery are pictures of some of the artists and their works, and people checking it all out.
On Saturday, October 24, Liz Donnelly, fitness trainer from Training by Liz, held a pumpkin family exercise morning at Lakewood Congregational Church. About 25 people, parents and kids, took part in a morning of exercise and fun. After working out with their pumpkins, the kids got to decorate them and take them home!
Stuart Vokes entertained library patrons with his Spanish and Flamenco guitar pieces.
PhotoBlogs by Joseph Ott
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PhotoBlogs by Mary Breiner
Fiona,Grace, Hannah, Mollie and Emily were busy over the holiday weekend selling koolaid to passersby.
PhotoBlogs by Heather Ramsey
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PhotoBlogs by Observer Production
10 year anniversary of the Columbine High School tragedy. Photos of Columbine Memorial and high school.
PhotoBlogs by Ahmie Yeung
Images from the crowd gathered to observe and celebrate an hour in the dark. Images are untweaked due to photographer being exhausted.
PhotoBlogs by Steve Hoffert
Cell phone photos from my trip up to the Adirondacks and Vermont on my motorcycle in September. 1800 miles of solitude on my GL500 Interstate without listening to the radio or looking at the Observation Deck.
Any bikers out there? Sorry Motocyclists. Let me know!
PhotoBlogs by tyler wick
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PhotoBlogs by Danielle Masters
The Lakewood Project with special guest Matt Turner and the Lakewood Middle School orchestras.
Over 300 residents cleaned up litter in various spots throughout the city. The met afterwards at the Women's Pavilion for lunch.
PhotoBlogs by Jacob Ott
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PhotoBlogs by Rosemary Wagoner
Commissioning Ceremonies for the new Emerson and Horace Mann Elementaries in Lakewood.
PhotoBlogs by David Lay
In a state that boasts University of Iowa grads Ronald Reagan and Del Donahoo, Iowa is also home to one of the largest fairs in the US. The Iowa State Fair is also known for its several foods on a stick (over 36); new choices this year include Pineapple on a Stick and Salad on a Stick.
Ray Taylor, aka the Sleight of Hand Man, wowed crowds at the Lakewood Art Walk with his skilled artistry.
The City Hall auditorium was filled with Seniors, City Employees and Concerned Citizens for the final 2008 Budget Hearing before City Council votes on March 31st.
Former President Bill Clinton made a stop at Lakewood High School, speaking to a nearly filled-to-capacity crowd at the LHS East Gym. (© David Lay/The Lakewood Observer)
PhotoBlogs by Bryan Schwegler
Just a few shots from when I was down in central Virginia for the holidays.
PhotoBlogs by Joshua Rothhaas
These are photos for the story about the two schools that are closing, McKinley and Taft.
PhotoBlogs by Thealexa Becker
These are some images from the Senior Class of 2008 Art Show at the LPL Main Branch on Thursday May 22.
There were many awards given for the artwork.
PhotoBlogs by Bill Nugent
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PhotoBlogs by Andrew Harant
Photos of the installation of the sculpture in the entry of the Children's and Youth Services Dept. in Lakewood Public Library. Sculpture is by David Deming, president/CEO of Cleveland Institute of Art and Lakewood High graduate. One side is the "lake," and the other side is the "wood."
PhotoBlogs by Catherine Butler
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PhotoBlogs by Dan Slife
After spending several days in Madison I made my way to Bismark, North Dakota. The trip would have been a 10 hour drive, had I not stopped at St. Paul, Minnesota and Fargo, North Dakota along the way.
St. Paul is a large, intriguing metropolis. I was not in town long enough to do very much exploring. However, I was lucky enough to run into the executive of a St. Paul non-profit that is working with Mung children and other minorities, advancing a CSA program similar to City Fresh. They too are receiving funding from USDA grants.
St. Paul-Minneapolis is something of a cross between Cleveland and Chicago. I suspect that the shear density of this city with respect to an otherwise rural, sparsely populated country side accounts for the aggregation of cultural and political differentiation from the confused-sinking-rust bucket of Cleveland.
For the last forty-some days I've been traveling the country by automobile. Madison was the first and one of my favorite stops along the way.
Being the Capital of Wisconsin and site of the largest state university, Madison is characterized by an interesting cultural and political mixture tending towards progressive & ecological consciousness, professionalized government and heavy involvment of grass roots action in political and social affairs. Madison's small scale certainly plays a significant factor in it's unique character.
Madison is similar in scale to Missoula, Montana and Eugene, Oregon, both of which are generally considered similar politically and culturally.
Beyond any immediate demographic and political similarities between these places, Madison stands out as distinctly mid-western in temperment, less corporate and generally less occupied by the forces of gentrification that these other two cities.
Madison is an 8 hour drive from Lakewood, 485 miles.
PhotoBlogs by dl meckes
National Fallen Firefighter Memorial Day, 10/07/07
PhotoBlogs by Susan Adams
August 19, 2007 - the day that the community of Lakewood opened four brand new state-of-the-art school buildings! Ceremonies were held to Commission Harrison and Hayes Elementary Schools and Harding and Garfield Middle Schools.
This was a truly historical and news worthy day in the community of Lakewood!
With Class of 2007 Graduation,
Lakewood Graduation Guarantee Takes Effect. Lakewood School District: Lakewood Graduates Meet Ohio Academic Standards - We Guarantee it!
Sam O'Leary, 2007 Class President is the first to receive the Graduation Guarantee, presented by Dr. David Estrop, Superintendent, and Mrs. Linda Beebe, President, Board of Education.
Franklin Elementary School Principal Nancy Ross and school staff thanked all those who volunteered in the school this year with an afternoon tea, complete with awards, an array of food, and songs performed by the fifth grade choir and kindergarten students. The song, "Eating Guacamole" was a crowd favorite!
Emerson Middle School and H2O – Help To Others, a City of Lakewood Youth Volunteer Program, hosted the 10th Annual Memorial Day Veteran Recognition Program on Friday May 18, 2007. Veterans and their families, or surviving family members were recognized for their service to our country. They wore their uniforms and brought service memorabilia to share with students during a breakfast gathering and program.
After the program, veterans visited classrooms to talk with students about their experiences.
Photos show recent progress on school construction projects - four new schools will open in the fall! Harrison and Hayes Elementary Schools, and Harding and Garfield Middle Schools.
PhotoBlogs by Emily Ott
Here are a few pictures of Ernie Krivda and his band members performing at Lakewood Park Saturday 8/18/2007 during Lakewood Hospital's 100 year celebration.
PhotoBlogs by Holly Cooper Whisman
My advice: leave pyrotechnics to the experts. I'll just take photos. Next year I'll try longer exposures...
Joe took these photos to document the playground maintenance necessary to keep Kids Cove safe and fun.
A collection of recent photos from Lakewood and Cleveland's West side. If you enjoy these, you might want to check out my photo exhibit at the Lakewood Phoenix. Thanks to Jim for the printing assistance.
PhotoBlogs by Chris Trapp
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PhotoBlogs by andrew elaban
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PhotoBlogs by Bill Davis
Sighting of a white "pied" deer from the Emerald Canyon, and some shots of a Cooper's hawk in my Lakewood yard.
PhotoBlogs by Eric Crawford
The circus elephants parade up E. 9th St. to Quicken Loans Arena.
