Cuyahoga Valley Genealogy Society meets
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. Members and interested public are invited to attend. The meeting topic will be “DAR: Yesterday and Today” presented by Cynthia Kettler, who has been […]
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Estate Planning for Pets
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC Nobody wants to think about losing their pet, but have you thought about what will happen to your pet if they lose you? Creating a pet trust clause as part of your comprehensive estate plan will ensure that your furry friends are left in the right hands and […]
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Tax-Aware Investing in Practice
by Kevin Kroskey, CFP®, MBA Tax-aware investing means you can have your cake and eat it too. As I set out in the previous two articles, using a combination of long and short positions in your portfolio lets you pursue positive returns while lowering your tax bill. Below are two common situations where tax-aware investing […]
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Prepare for the Cold Now
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating Every year we are faced with the inevitable task of preparing for the coming winter weather season. Cooler weather is showing its face and we have begun calling on our heating systems to go back to work for us. The change of seasons requires us to prepare our heating […]
Brecksville resident going strong after dim lung cancer prognosis
by Emily Canning-Dean As a nonsmoker, Matt Hiznay never thought he would be diagnosed with lung cancer, but just before he was preparing for his second year in medical school, the Brecksville resident received some very grim news. While the initial prognosis looked bleak, thanks to newly developed drugs, Hiznay is going strong and has […]
Brecksville hosts citywide garage sale
by Tia Began If one man’s trash is another’s treasure, the city of Brecksville was the place to be Aug. 24 as dozens of homeowners participated in the community’s annual citywide garage sale. Shoppers, who were either visitors, or residents themselves to the city of Brecksville, pulled up to houses posted with signs and balloons […]
Marriott to be hotel brand at Valor Acres
by Melissa Martin DiGeronimo Companies, the development company behind the Valor Acres mixed-use development, said it signed an agreement with Marriott International to build an AC Marriott hotel as part of the project. Construction of the six-floor, 136-guest room hotel is slated to begin in early 2025, with a tentative completion date set for late […]
Fire department gets new lieutenant
By Melissa Martin Aug. 20 city council meeting After Mark Bender became fire chief this summer, Brecksville City Council unanimously approved the promotion of firefighter/paramedic Matthew Sternad to lieutenant, Bender’s former position. Sternad was one of three finalists for the position, following a civil service examination and a first round of interviews. The other finalists […]
City pursues second grant for Kids’ Quarters
by Melissa Martin Sept. 3 city council meeting Brecksville City Council passed a resolution authorizing the administration to apply for a $50,000 grant to help fund the second phase of the Kids’ Quarters Project at the community center. The grant would come from the Cuyahoga Community Development Supplemental grant program, which funds projects to help […]
Recreation space planned for Valor Acres
by Melissa Martin An open outdoor area with grass, turf, picnic tables, fire pits, a stage, seating and an indoor pavilion will be added to the mixed-use portion of Valor Acres. The recreation and rest area, called Valor Square, will sit to the north and slightly west of an office building at the corner of Brecksville […]
City Hall to remain open on Columbus Day
The city of Brecksville reminds residents that Columbus Day, Monday, Oct.14, is not an official city holiday, which means city buildings will be open that day. Accordingly, rubbish and recycling pick up will take place on its normal schedule. ∞
BBH first district to participate in Northeast Ohio composting operation
by Melissa Martin Aug. 21 school board meeting The Brecksville-Broadview Heights City Schools announced a partnership with Rust Belt Riders, a Cleveland-based, worker-owned composting cooperative whose mission is to “feed people, not landfills.” Rust Belt Riders worker-owner Robert Kurtz told the school board his company is dedicated to food autonomy, climate resilience and making the […]
BBH Schools Foundation awards $98,982 in classroom grants
by Denise Gawlik Innovation is the key word when it comes to writing a winning grant proposal to the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools Foundation. The foundation’s grant program is not intended to supply funds for routine, day-to-day educational needs of teachers and staff. But rather, successful grant applications propose unique classroom experiences and push the boundaries […]
Letter to the Editor
BBH Pride fosters acceptance To the Editor: Our family has participated in many wonderful workshops and the two Pride festivals put on by BBH Pride. The second Pride Fest, with nearly 2,000 people, was a fun and wonderful event the community really enjoyed. Events like Pride festivals and workshops are powerful tools for fostering understanding […]
Letter to the Editor
Free speech is needed To the Editor: Hats off to your editorial board for providing a forum in which individuals can freely express their heartfelt opinions without being subjected to unwarranted censorship. At a time when free speech is being viciously attacked, it is both refreshing and encouraging to know there is still a forum […]
Letter to the Editor
Advertiser’s claims are purposely misleading To the Editor: Thank you, editors, for your service to the community. Information is valuable and powerful. We implore you, however, to honor that responsibility and fact-check any “informative advertisements.” A recent entry, paid for by a single person, listed inaccurate and dangerous claims related to BBH Pride, HRC and […]
Letter to the Editor
Advertiser offers residents a chance to refute his claims To the Editor: It’s come to my attention that my advertisement in the September Brecksville Magazine upset a few of our fellow citizens, some of whom suggested that my ad be censored. I take seriously the responsibility of publishing information about elections. I research carefully and […]
Letter to the Editor
Publication maintains its integrity To the Editor: Just wanted to reach out and let you know you’re doing a great job with the magazine. It’s good to hear both sides of the story and not have people be censored. Keep up the good fight. Just wanted to say thank you. Mark Piscitelli Oakes Road
Purposeful Growth and Wellness brings growing practice to Brecksville
by Emily Canning-Dean When Sarah Saunders began looking for a larger space for her mental wellness private practice, Purposeful Growth and Wellness, Brecksville seemed like the ideal spot. “Brecksville is such a beautiful community and just a very friendly and supportive environment,” said Saunders, who officially moved to her new location at 8748 Brecksville Rd., […]
About Town – Brecksville
Brecksville residents Rich Armbruster and Dave Deran, along with Mike Morel of Richfield, won the silver medal in the Baseball 55+ division at the Pan-American Master Games, which took place in Cleveland July 12-19. Local residents Rich Armbruster of Brecksville, Mike Morel of Richfield and Dave Deran of Brecksville won the silver medal in the Baseball […]
CVCC renovating classroom spaces, adding new programs
by Dan Holland Cuyahoga Valley Career Center will utilize a $9 million CTE Construction Grant it received from the state of Ohio in November to build an 18,380-square-foot addition to house new lab spaces for its electrical and HVAC programs. An additional 3,800 square feet of existing lab space will be renovated to house its […]
Police Beat
Information provided by the Brecksville Police Department Aug. 10 – A 28-year-old Cleveland woman was arrested on OVI charge after Sagamore Police contacted Brecksville Police to report that a vehicle, which had heavy front, rear and side damage, was traveling erratically along state Route 82. The driver was pulled over near the Brecksville town center […]
Chippewa Garden Club celebrates 75 years
Chippewa Garden Club celebrated its 75th anniversary Aug. 10-11 by presenting a gift of its own to the community – the “Glimmer & Shimmer in the Garden” National Garden Club Flower Show. The event showcased not only floral designs, but horticulture, botanical arts, photography and educational exhibits, all of which were crafted by CGC members. […]
Chippewa Garden Club
Chippewa Garden Club’s will host its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 6:30 p.m. The featured speaker will be Brent Giere, the co-owner of the historic Maple Crest Farms in Brecksville. Giere will give us key points of growing and the care of dahlias, including what type of light they need, watering techniques and […]
Emerald Necklace Garden Club
At the Oct. 10 meeting of the Emerald Necklace Garden Club, Cherise Kent, Cleveland Botanical Garden Green Corps Coordinator, will discuss the program this organization has offered to high schoolers for 26 years. The Green Corps program introduces youth to career paths in green industries through hands-on, paid internships. It generates interest in the benefit […]
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Can Poor Sleep Increase Your Risk of Alzheimer’s?
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC As an elder law attorney, I often engage with families struggling with a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s. This disease is the most common form of dementia and is one that is devastating to endure for family members. We care about our seniors, and aside from the legal […]
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The Key to Tax-Aware Investing
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Changes Coming to Freon and Air Conditioners
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating On the horizon again is a major change to the freon that affects new air conditioners and heat pumps for residential and commercial use. First, here is a little history of what has changed since 2010 regarding freon in air conditioners. Back in 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) […]
Four homes with extraordinary curb appeal earn Beautification Awards
by Melissa Martin When Andrea and Brian Marshall purchased their Hunting Valley Lane home 10 years ago, it wasn’t the first time the residence with its three large dormer windows, five-car garage, in-ground pool and inviting front porch – just perfect for a front yard swing – caught their eye. The house, the Marshalls said, […]
City closed on Labor Day
Brecksville City Hall, the Service Department and the Human Services Center will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. The Community Center will be open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Aquatics Center will be open on Labor Day. Call the Community Center at 440-546-2300 for hours. Rubbish and recycling collection scheduled for […]
Coming Events
'Hands-on Halloween'
Akron Children’s Museum hosts “Hands-on Halloween” on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Children will start their trek around the museum by designing a goody bag to fill up as they complete their Halloween Fun Guide. Children will groove to spooky sounds during live performances by “Mr. Jeff.” Attendees can contribute to a community service project by bringing new, fuzzy socks to be donated to children at Summit County Children Services for Foster and Kinship Homes. Tickets are $12 per child, $10 per adult with a $2 discount for members and are available at akronkids.org/Halloween. ∞
Milestones Autism Resources fundraiser
Milestones Autism Resources is hosting its “Strike It Big” bowling event on Oct. 27 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Spins Bowl, 5619 Brecksville Rd. in Independence. The family-friendly event will feature bowling teams, face painting, balloon artists, costume contests, local mascots, a raffle and more. Contributions to the fundraiser will support Milestones’ free autism Helpdesk, a service which allows individuals and families to contact Milestones’ professional staff for personal guidance, local resources and individualized information at every stage of development. To register or donate, visit milestones.org/events/2024/10/27/strike-it-big or contact Vanetta Perry at 216-464-7600 ext. 113 or at vperry@milestones.org. ∞
The International Women's Air & Space Museum dinner
The International Women's Air & Space Museum announces its “Dinner with a Slice of History” on Nov. 1. Featuring NASA’s Johnson Space Center Director Vanessa Wyche, this program will explore JSC’s historic impact on human space flight and offer a glimpse of the future of space. For more than 60 years, Johnson has led the world in human space exploration and plays an integral role in enabling commercial industry to build, own and operate space systems. Registration is required at iwasm.org or by calling 216-623-1111. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. Deadline to register for in-person is Oct. 31. ∞
CVCC Craft Show
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, 8001 Brecksville Rd. in Brecksville, is hosting a craft show on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature numerous vendors offering unique gifts, handcrafted items and baked goods. Admission is $1. The craft show is the largest fundraising event for the SkillsUSA Local Chapter, a career and technical student organization. All proceeds will support leadership activities and programming throughout the year. For more information, contact Julie Jakubczak at jjakubczak@cvccworks.edu. ∞
CVSR North Pole Adventure
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad announces the return of its North Pole Adventure beginning Nov. 7 and running through Dec. 21. Passengers will depart from the Rockside Station in Independence and begin their 1.5-hour journey to the North Pole. Onboard entertainment features holiday music, merry elves and letter-writing to Santa. The visit to the North Pole culminates in a light display, holiday cookies, hot cocoa and a special gift for each child. Tickets are on sale at cvsr.org. ∞
Fair Trade Holiday Boutique
St. Basil the Great Church presents the 20th annual Fair Trade Fair and Holiday Boutique on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church’s Family Life Center, 8700 Brecksville Rd. in Brecksville. Experience “shopping with a conscience,” knowing that the artisans represented by the vendors receive a living wage and a fair price for their work, have decent working conditions and a long-term commitment from buyers that provide reasonable security for the producers. The fair will include women’s beaded necklaces, bracelets and purses from Indonesia; coiled bamboo bowls from Vietnam; Middle Eastern spices and olive oil; jewelry made from African amber; scarves and ponchos woven in Ecuador; organic 100% cotton clothing made in Cleveland; El Salvadoran purses and jewelry from recycled materials; beautiful silk scarves made from recycled saris from India and much more. Enjoy free fair trade coffee and donuts while browsing at this free event. ∞