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PhotoBlogs by Ivor Karabatkovic
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Photos from the new Veterans Memorial, at Lakewood Park on Veteran's Day, 2008. All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2008
Photos from the Sarah Palin rally at Lakewood Park. All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2008
The grand opening of Madison Park's new Kid's Park. This was the completion of a dream by "Friends Of Madison Park." All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2008
Photos in and around Lakewood, Ohio in November 2008. All photos are property of the Lakewood Observer, Inc. ©2008
PhotoBlogs by Mary Breiner
Ohio's "Golden Week" (Sept. 30 - Oct. 6)was an opportunity to REGISTER and VOTE in the same day. Three young women from Brooklyn NY, Soo Na, Amy and Ani drove to Ohio to help with the push to get people registered to vote. They stayed with a Lakewood family and managed to squeeze in a visit to Flower Child, Aladdin's and Phnom Penh. They thought Lakewood was very picturesque and loved the walkability. Being from NewYork they were also exited about seeing trees...yes trees! Amy was impressed with how appproachable and friendly people were to them. Yes, they will come back again.
PhotoBlogs by Gary Rice
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
On Monday, November 3rd, Republican Vice-Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin arrived at Lakewood Park to speak. Governor Palin was accompanied by her husband, and Ohio Senator George Voinovich. Photos by Bob and Gary Rice
Sharing time with one's loved ones is special indeed. Dad and I just came back from the Metroparks with some photos of winter's waning days. Hopefully, you will share in our experience together as these photos of Lakewood and near-Lakewood reveal the beauty of late winter. Photos taken 2-27-08.
All photos private property of the photographer- usage requires permission.
On January 31, 2008, the Ohio Democratic Presidential Straw Poll was held at the Lakewood Masonic Temple. Sponsored by a number of Democratic groups and individuals, Barack Obama won the vote count by a wide margin over second place winner Hillary Clinton. A straw poll is considered an unofficial barometer of the mood of Democrats in Ohio as of this date. The Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Lakewood's own Tom Bullock, with Lakewood also being well represented by Mayor Ed Fitzgerald. Congressman and recent Democratic presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich was also in attendance and spoke to an enthusiastic audience. Other candidates for office and their supporters shared the podium and gave their remarks as well.
Lakewood Observer columnist Gary Rice opened the event with the "Star Spangled Banner" on his musical saw.
Entertainment was provided by Lakewood's own Gary and Linda Cavano husband and wife vocal duo.
Observers and friends gather at the Lakewood Observer Party to benefit the Lakewood Christian Service Center
PhotoBlogs by Jacob Ott
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PhotoBlogs by Rhonda Loje
These two dogs houses that were made and donated by Lakewood Hardware will be raffled Saturday, October 18th at the end of the Spooky Pooch Parade. Pre-register at mainstreetlakewood.org
Garrison Keillor at Lakewood Library Library and at the Civic Auditorium.
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 Rosemary Wagner
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 Ahmie Yeung
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PhotoBlogs by Danielle Masters
Over 300 residents cleaned up litter in various spots throughout the city. The met afterwards at the Women's Pavilion for lunch.
JWCL's Annual Breakfast with the Bunny drew the usual sold out crowds. Everyone enjoyed a pancake breakfast and even got to see the Easter Bunny.
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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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 Don Farris
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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 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.
