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January 2012

A Special New Year’s Issue...A NEW YEAR, A NEW YOU!

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The Solon Italian club

NEW APPS FOR 2012

plusa healthier you: Oasis yoga spa

The new Hot spot: SWIRL WINE BAR

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The mission of The Solon Spotlight is to highlight the best aspects of the Solon community with interesting articles and stories about members in the

community. The publication will positively display how the city, the schools, and its residents make it one of the best places in the nation to live and work.

In this issue...Editor’s Letter 4

City News City Recycling Program 6From the Senior Center 6A Piece of History: Solon’s Airport 7The Solon Italian Club 8

School NewsApps for 2012 11

Health/Wellness Oasis Yoga Spa 12Total Customized Fitness: 14A workout designed for you Keeping your Child’s Teeth Healthy 15

Entertainment Swirl Wine Bar 16Decorating Ideas from Local Decorator 17Winter’s Hot Fashion Tips 18Local Author plans for Book Release 19Miss Know-it-All Q & A 20

What’s Going on Around Town/Classifi eds 21

Real People/Real Thoughts 22

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Contributing WritersAndrea HillKamna Jain

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From the Editor... Happy New Year, Solon!

Welcome 2012! Here we are starting a fresh New Year, and I wanted to put together an issue that would inspire you to start the New Year with positive, healthy, fresh ideas. Our theme for this magazine is “New Year, New You.” We highlight local businesses that off er ways in which to better your health, and change your life.

A quote from the Book of Proverbs states, “When you are through improving...you are through.” Although I am not a big proponent of making resolutions for myself, I do want to push myself to live more positively, to slow down to enjoy moments, and to be open to try new things. For 2012, I want to be more patient with myself, knowing that a misstep is not a complete failure, and that I can start fresh tomorrow.

For this year, I want to be able to live a more positive life by being hopeful and thankful for all my blessings. I cannot allow myself to focus on the negative. When I stop to think about it, I am blessed. I can use my blessings to help others in our community, and be a positive role model for my children. In this New Year, I want to channel my Italian heritage and enjoy life. Th e Italians eat, drink and live without regret! I want to slow down, enjoy family, friends and food. I recently have found myself rushing through a meal or hurrying to get everything done. Th is hectic lifestyle cannot be a quality one. I need to get more out of life by savoring its simple pleasures. I want to be in the moment with my children and to patiently listen to friends when they need to be heard. Th is no-rush attitude does not represent doing less or having a lower productivity; it means working and doing things with greater quality, more productivity, with attention to detail. It means making family values, connecting with friends, and leisure time of more importance.

Finally, I hope to try new things. I am breaking up the monotony of my routines and will make changes for 2012. If I am open to new experiences and learning new ways to think about something, then I can be more creative in problem solving. Trying new things will open me to new possibilities and encourage growth. Change is necessary to move forward. Now I just have to tell this to my husband! My wish for you in 2012 is that you are able to slow down and enjoy your family and friendships! Th ank you for reading, and Happy, Healthy New Year!

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City News...City Recycling Program

Recycling is a part of everyday life for most of us. If you don’t recycle regularly, 2012 is the perfect time to start. Solon encourages residents to always recycle. The city has made this simpler for us by using a single stream recycling program. It is much more convenient than having to separate all the items as you recycle. Simply place all of your Primary Recyclables into clear recycling bags or in a recycling bin and place them on the opposite side of your driveway apron from your regular rubbish on your regular rubbish day. It’s really that simple! The following items are considered Primary Recyclables: • Plastics Numbers 1 through 7 (look for the recycling emblem on the bottom of the container with the numbers 1 through 7 in the middle of it).• Food glass which is clear, green or brown. (No window, drinking glass, mirror or decorative glass should be included). • Aluminum or tin cans • Paper which includes office paper, junk mail, magazines, newspapers, cereal and food boxes and waxed food containers EXCEPT for juice boxes or greasy pizza boxes.• Cardboard! This means any box you have from food boxes to appliance boxes Please break down boxes and bundle them.

What to do with the other stuff? The city also encourages the recycling of other items. These Secondary Recyclables will be collected during the first full week of each month when the 1st Monday & Friday both fall within the same week. Acceptable Secondary Recyclables include: Computers (monitors, hard drives & laptops), House-hold Hazardous Waste (chemicals, cleaners, deck stain, etc.) Paint, including latex, oil based & spray paint. Propane Cylinders, Motor Oil and Gasoline, Pool Chemicals, Fertilizers, Lead Acid Batteries, Aerosol Cans, Steel, etc. If you have any questions about acceptable secondary recyclables, please call The Service Department at (440) 248-5834. This information was obtained from the city website, www.solonohio.org. Visit the website to learn more information about Solon’s recycling program.

Making it Easy to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

From the Senior Center... The Senior Center is preparing to launch a new service for Solon seniors named Connect4Seniors Chore Referral Program. The program will assemble a referral list of home maintenance and service workers for hire. The list will include, but is not limited to, handymen, painters, electricians and landscaping. The workers listed would be interested in providing service for seniors in Solon, Bentleyville, Chagrin Falls, and Glenwillow. The seniors will be able to hire the provider of their choice. They are presently recruiting paid service workers who would like to receive referrals from their program. Any interested service providers should contact the Solon Senior Center at 440-349-6363 to receive an application. The Senior Center will then screen the applicants by contacting three references submitted on their application. This will allow the Senior Center to provide quality referrals. Each referral will receive follow-up to determine satisfaction. Once they have a large enough bank of providers, they will be able to launch the program.


Contributed by Bob Shimits President, Solon Historical Society Solon once had a privately owned airport which opened in the 1930’s and continued operation until the late 1960’s. It was located on the property now occupied by the Solon Community Park and Parkside Elementary/Solon Middle Schools. Th e original owner was George “Mac” McMann. Eventually a partner. Louis Melter, continued the operation until it closed. Several hangers were located in front of where the Recreation Departments log cabin is today. Th e main service hanger was called the Melter Flying Service. Th ere were four graded grass runways, which ran North to South, East to West, Southeast to Northwest and Southwest to Northeast. A small coff ee shop was located along side the entrance drive, which was about where the current Community Park

entrance is presently located. In the airport’s early days the Fort Pitt Dirigible (Fort Pitt Brewing Company) would land here. Many residents would stand in line to have the great experience of riding in one of these lighter than air airships. Between 1941 and 1945 Solon had a Civil Air Patrol which was part of our World War II civil defense organization. Th ey met and trained at the airport using members’ planes. Th e City, at one time promoted the airport for commercial use by local industries which were beginning to move here. Th is never really took hold, but two early Solon industries did use the airstrip. Th ey were David Round and Cyril Bath Companies. Louis Melter sold the airport land to developer Frank Mavec for $300,000.00. Th e Solon Board of Education eventually purchased the property for future school expansion. Th e portion of the land not planned for school buildings was leased to the City for $1.00 per year and the Solon Community Park began serving the community in 1981. Th e Solon Historical Society has a few pictures of the airport in our archives and would welcome any memorabilia to further document the airport’s existence. Visit our website at Solonhistoricalsociety.org for more information.

A Piece of History: Solon’s Airport

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Meet The Solon Italian ClubTRADITIONS, SERVICE AND FUN -

Th e Solon Italian Club’s mission is “to promote the heritage, culture and traditions of Italian Americans through social, educational and recreational events. Th e organization shall also advance the educational development of Italian-American youth by generating and distributing funds for collegiate scholarships.” Fellowship, heritage and service to the community are important to them, and it is what binds them together.

Th e Solon Italian Club was formed in 1971 by a small group of Italian Americans living in the Solon area. A fraternal fellowship was formed to have a social outlet and a way to celebrate Italian heritage. Dennis Castiglione states that “the Club is more than a fraternal fellowship, it is

family.” Older members share history, tradition and folklore with younger members of the group. Th e Club honors special members, like Bob Perfetto, Man of Th e Year 2011, for being so involved and benefi tting the organization. Over the years, the Club has grown to more than 180 members. Th ey organize several social events including bocce leagues, golf outings, reverse raffl es and clam bakes. A variety of activities demonstrate Italian heritage such as wine making,

sausage making and tripe dinners. Members cook traditional Italian dishes themselves, and they enjoy meals together at most gatherings. Th ey enjoy their culture by supporting local art events. In October, the club organized an event to view the opera, “Madama Butterfl y” at the Solon Center for the Arts for Italian Heritage month. Every December they organize a Christmas party for the members’ children. Th ey pass along old-world customs to the children, then Santa

along with La Befana, give the children presents and treats.

Th e Club works collectively to enhance the community and improve the lives of local needy families. Th ey host a popular Easter egg hunt every year which collects food for distribution to local families, and the Club works cooperatively with the organization, AdoptAPlatoon, to collect and send goods and letters to U.S. Troops overseas for the holidays. Th ey also are proud to have presented over $300,000 in college scholarships over the years. Th e scholarship committee reviews applications and presents scholarship awards to the most qualifi ed students. Th e Club also participates in the Italian American Cultural Foundation’s Literature Essay competition. Students read and prepare essays on books about Italian heritage and culture.

Th e Italian Club enriches the lives of its members and their families, as well as the community. It is a special brotherhood of men who care about the past, the present and the future of their community.

The Club “shares a zest for life and a passion for all that is Italian!” - www.solonitalianclub.org

Solon Italian Club members Frank Finelli (left) and Joe Dinardo with Nancy Finelli (center) evaluate the point during Bocce League play.


Meet The Solon Italian Club

Th e Solon Italian Club’s mission is “to promote the heritage, culture and traditions of Italian Americans through social, educational and recreational events. Th e organization shall also advance the educational development of Italian-American youth by generating and distributing funds for collegiate scholarships.” Fellowship, heritage and service to the community are important to them, and it is what binds them together.

Th e Solon Italian Club was formed in 1971 by a small group of Italian Americans living in the Solon area. A fraternal fellowship was formed to have a social outlet and a way to celebrate Italian heritage. Dennis Castiglione states that “the Club is more than a fraternal fellowship, it is

family.” Older members share history, tradition and folklore with younger members of the group. Th e Club honors special members, like Bob Perfetto, Man of Th e Year 2011, for being so involved and benefi tting the organization. Over the years, the Club has grown to more than 180 members. Th ey organize several social events including bocce leagues, golf outings, reverse raffl es and clam bakes. A variety of activities demonstrate Italian heritage such as wine making,

sausage making and tripe dinners. Members cook traditional Italian dishes themselves, and they enjoy meals together at most gatherings. Th ey enjoy their culture by supporting local art events. In October, the club organized an event to view the opera, “Madama Butterfl y” at the Solon Center for the Arts for Italian Heritage month. Every December they organize a Christmas party for the members’ children. Th ey pass along old-world customs to the children, then Santa

along with La Befana, give the children presents and treats.

Th e Club works collectively to enhance the community and improve the lives of local needy families. Th ey host a popular Easter egg hunt every year which collects food for distribution to local families, and the Club works cooperatively with the organization, AdoptAPlatoon, to collect and send goods and letters to U.S. Troops overseas for the holidays. Th ey also are proud to have presented over $300,000 in college scholarships over the years. Th e scholarship committee reviews applications and presents scholarship awards to the most qualifi ed students. Th e Club also participates in the Italian American Cultural Foundation’s Literature Essay competition. Students read and prepare essays on books about Italian heritage and culture.

Th e Italian Club enriches the lives of its members and their families, as well as the community. It is a special brotherhood of men who care about the past, the present and the future of their community.

The Club “shares a zest for life and a passion for all that is Italian!” - www.solonitalianclub.org

Members of the Italian Club celebrate the annual Easter Egg Hunt.

Th e cooking crew poses during their preparation of more than 280 bakes

at this year’s Annual Clam Bake for the Solon Italian Club.

Please visit the club’s website,

www.solonitalianclub.org, to learn more about

the organization.

2011 Solon Italian Club ‘Man of the Year’, Bob Perfetto (center) is presented his award by Bob Yodice, President of the club and 2010 recipient, Frank Finelli.


School News...

Several members of the Solon High School Marching Band spent time entertaining shoppers in front of the former Border’s Bookstore during the December Buy Local Community Sale. Th e sale benefi tted parent groups that support the Solon Schools, including Solon Music Parents/Music in Motion, Academic Boosters, Athletic Boosters and Solon Council of PTAs.

SHS Band entertains at local event

Quilts made by Parkside Elementary School students and parents line the halls of the Solon Senior Center. Th e students created individual squares that were sown together in beautiful quilts by parent volunteers. Many of the Parkside students who participated in the quilt project took the quilts to the Senior Center themselves.

Parkside Students donate quilts to Senior Center

Orchard Lego Team wins Award

Th e Solon Lego League Team, Inventors, won the Teamwork Award at a December 3 tournament held at Hathaway Brown school. Team members are all Orchard 5th graders: Lizzie Clay, Maggie Hilkert, Zac Fry, Josh McElliott, Ian Jones and Caleb Stacey. Solon Schools were represented by a number of teams, congratulations to all participants and those who advanced!


“App”etiteCraving a different kind of app? “Epicuri-ous” is an app that has more than 30,000 professionally-created recipes. You can find anything from main courses to drinks to desserts. You can either browse the recipe list or search for one by main ingredient or name of the dish. Epicurious also has sea-sonal holiday specials and options for veg-etarians. After a recipe is selected, you can save it into your shopping list and check off the ingredients as you shop. Each recipe has a rating out of 4 and tells what percent of users would make the dish again. The best thing about this app is that it is completely free! Price: Free Compatible with: iPhone and iPad

This handy app keeps track of all those me-nial tasks you can’t seem to remember. Much more efficient than other calendar apps, Due prides itself on its ability to organize your life with only a few simple taps. You can program in reminders for virtually anything: deadlines for work, prompts to return library books and timers until your coffee is done brewing. You can even tell Due to schedule tasks on intervals, like bathing the dog every other Sunday or attending your book club meeting every Tuesday night. With per-sistent reminders at your fingertips, you no longer have the excuse of “I forgot.”Price: $4.99Compatible with: iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Requires iOS 4.0 or later.

DueFrustrated that you cannot keep your favor-ite newspaper folded up in your back pock-et 24/7? Don’t have the time to browse through multiple news sites to get the daily dish? Fluent News Reader is a convenient (and free!) solution to your craving for knowledge. This app is geared specifically toward smartphones by routinely updating your phone with news from stations such as MSNBC, BBC, ABC News, and more in an easy-to-use format so that you will no longer be scrambling to find out what is going on in the world after all of your friends already know. Instead, you can be the first one to tell them the funny, com-pletely inaccurate statements made during political debates.Price: FreeCompatible with: Android, iPod touch, iPhone and iPad

Fluent News Reader

Wouldn’t it be nice if you finally got your one New Year’s wish? To be able to keep track of your calorie intake, while maybe even shedding the unwanted winter pounds that are sure to follow fabulous holiday meals. There is now an app known as MyFitness-Pal. Not only does it count the amount of calories you eat in a day, but this app has a feature that is sure to keep anyone moti-vated. It connects you to friends with the same app, and shares your meal plan and weight loss progress. That may make you think twice before sneaking one of Santa’s left-over sugar cookies! The present of this app is free for all to share!Price: FreeCompatible with: iPhone, iPad and Android

MyFitnessPal

With the economy being what it is, the ability to find a bargain has become a basic need for survival. If you struggle with hunt-ing down the latest deals, there’s Shop-Savvy. Simply scan the barcode of the item you’re searching for, and the app compiles a list of all the stores where the product is sold and the price each store is charging. Not only does the app include the nearest Target and Wal-Mart, but it also provides online distributors that have the product in stock, ensuring the buyer gets the best deal possible. Still not satisfied? The app also provides customer reviews of the product so the buyer can learn from his or her peers whether the product is worth the bang for their buck. The ShopSavvy app is sure to revolutionize the shopping experience, so go forth and hunt, bargain shoppers!Price:Free Compatible with: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad

ShopSavvy

Once upon a time, when a friend of mine misplaced her iPhone at the mall, she asked an employee if anyone had found it and unfor-tunately, the employee said no. Solemnly, my friend returned home and used the handy dan-dy Find My iPhone app on her dad’s iPhone to locate hers. The application generated an ad-dress that my friend typed into Google Maps. As it turned out, the employee who told my friend that no one found an iPhone was the same person that had the guts to steal it. Had it not been for the trusty Find My iPhone app, my friend’s iPhone would have been lost forev-er. Find My iPhone can give you some peace of mind. Just choose a family member or a friend to download the app on his or her device with you and program each other’s information into the phones. That way, if either of you misplace your phone and cannot hear it ringing under couch cushions, you can easily use Find My iPhone to retrieve it ASAP—and you’ll live happily ever after.Price: Free Compatible with: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad

Find My iPhone

Satisfyyour

Epicurious

This year, feed your technology craving by adding these fabu-lous apps to your smartphone!

By Solon High School Courier members Carolyn Crowcroft, Kailey Edelman, Kelly Fisher, Tiffany Li, Abby Paige and Brittany Previte


Health and Wellness...OASIS YOGA SPA

Rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit.

Rejuvenate your mind, body

Classes 7 days a week

Classes for all ages

Unique Spa services

Take Time for Yourself “In general, I believe that people rush through their days with a lack of awareness and a lack of connection. We treat our lives as one big “to do” list and fi nd little time to understand ourselves and our place in the world. I believe that yoga teaches us to slow down and get to know ourselves. We learn to feel what it is like to be in our body and therefore, know when to push forward, back off or just be still and breathe. It helps us to connect to those around us, which then instills more compassion and gratitude into our lives. Yoga teaches us about now. Solon is so fortunate to have a beautiful studio right in our own neighborhood. Th ere are classes at all

times of the day, everyday.”

-Holly Zager, Oasis instructor



Locally Owned and Operated by the Hanrahan Family

Th e classes at Oasis Yoga Spa are designed to accommodate and compliment the diversity of all bodies. Th ey invite you to exchange stress for internal stillness. Th e classes off er ways to improve strength, to become grounded, to free your mind, to be inspired, and to be mindful of yourself. Th e classes allow you to care for yourself so that you are better equipped to care for others. Spa services are also a major part of Oasis Yoga Spa’s philosophy on integrated health and wellness. A special massage

technique using essential oils is off ered that can resolve chronic back pain. Th ey off er Th ai yoga bodywork which is a holistic form of massage which combines yoga poses, massage and acupuncture. A Japanese technique, named Reiki, is off ered to encourage relaxation and facilitates healing. Oasis is proud to have an impulse infrared sauna. Dr. Oz calls this sauna “the next life extension tool.” Its benefi ts include weight loss, wound healing, detoxifi cation, cell health, pain relief, and improved circulation.

Yoga is about opening one’s heart and helping others. Oasis’ website states that they strive to give back to the community, as well as raise local awareness for local organizations in need of help. Once a month donation-based classes give 100% of proceeds to a charity. Oasis Yoga Spa is located at 33180 Station Street, or call 440.523.0099.

You can also check them out at www.oasisyogaspa.com.

Giving Back to the Community


solon’s total customized fitness: an exercise program just for you!

Craig de Fasselle is unrecognizable. Unrecognizable to old friends. Unrecognizable to business associates who haven’t seen him in the last year. He is unrecognizable in the best sense – he has lost 100 pounds since he began his journey towards a healthy lifestyle with Total Customized Fitness and Traci Fisher. Craig’s transition began in an unlikely way; he was hired to be the webmaster for Total Customized Fitness and was not currently in the market for a fitness regimen. After he started building TCF’s website, he became familiar with Traci’s concept and what TCF has to offer and was intrigued. “I had tried for years to lose weight, always without lasting success. I needed a different approach.” He contacted Traci and expressed his desire to change his way of life with the goal to lose weight and become healthier. Traci listened to his concerns regarding weight loss, overall health and worked with Craig to develop a program based on his specific needs and goals, as well as his time constraints. His progress was steady and gradual; a key selling point for Craig. “I see my new way of life as exactly that – a way of life. This program has changed my outlook on fitness and health. I feel I am able to be successful with it because it is not a “quick-fix”- rather it is a lifestyle change that allowed me to reach my overall goal of 140 pounds lost and keeps the weight off. I have more energy, I sleep better at night, I enjoy life more – all reasons why I am committed to maintaining my new lifestyle. Traci is always there to answer my questions, to help me find ways to keep my exercise routine from getting boring or monotonous and to provide me with the motivation to continue on my path.” Traci Fisher, the force behind Total Customized Fitness, LLC has lived in Solon for 5 years. “We moved here from Virginia and have thoroughly enjoyed our transition to the Mid-West. Solon is a wonderful place to raise a family and many of my clients are from either Solon or the surrounding communities. I am excited to bring the TCF fitness concept to Solon and provide a vehicle for my clients to achieve a healthy, fit lifestyle.” Traci is nationally accredited through the National Sports Association of Medicine in private and group training and holds numerous other certifications in fitness training to include her most recent certification as a Golf Fitness Trainer through the Titleist Performance Institute. She graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) where she played soccer. She served in the Army as a helicopter pilot, became a master fitness trainer and played soccer on the Army Ranger soccer team. Total Customized Fitness, LLC was created after she started making fitness programs for friends and neighbors. She has hand-picked a team of certified trainers who believe in her vision of helping others through fitness. The beauty of Total Customized Fitness is in its name – programs are completely customized to each client’s wants and needs. Traci and her staff are dedicated to gathering in-depth information on individuals and how their lifestyles affect

the client’s ability to train and be successful. Clients can train as much or as little as they want; they can participate in private sessions or group classes – the choice is up to them. Traci states “We also provide fitness and health consulting. We know that some people are happy with their gym, but aren’t getting the results they want. We show them how to make sure that they are spending their time efficiently.” Some clients see TCF trainers only once a month to get a new routine to take to their gym or do in home. “We make sure that clients’ programs are not just about the time they spend with us, but that they have homework that fits their lifestyle and goals, which is what we did with Craig.” While Craig is an extreme example of how to do something right with much success, TCF welcomes the opportunity to talk one on one with YOU – let Traci and her experts create a life-changing program that will put you on the path you are looking to be on – whether that path is weight loss, overall health or, like Craig, a new “UNRECOGNIZABLE” you! TCF offers numerous programs ranging from private, one-on-one training sessions to partner and small group training at clients’ homes, workplace, country club, or field of play-whatever works best for the client. Additional programs include small group classes, a Pure Iron class featuring light bar work and Saturday morning boot camps at Solon HS track. Golf and corporate fitness programs customized to individual groups and clients are also available. Call TCF at 440.525.1411 to get additional information on classes or to schedule your consultation today. Visit us online at www.totalcustomizedfitness.com. TCF is pairing up with The Solon Spotlight to offer our readers a chance to participate in Solon’s Biggest WINNER Contest. We will follow three Solon residents for a 90-day period and document their fitness results in the coming months. Contact TCF to be considered. Like The Solon Spotlight on Facebook and we will enter you in a drawing to win one 60-minute private training session with a certified TCF trainer!


What age should my child have his/her fi rst dental visit?Our general rule is “1+1=0 cavities.” First visit by fi rst birthday= zero cavities. To prevent dental problems, your child should see a pediatric dentist when the fi rst tooth appears, usually between 6 and 12 months of age, certainly no later than his/her fi rst birthday.

Why should my child see a pediatric dentist instead of our regular family dentist?Pediatric dentists focus on the oral health of young people. Following dental school, a pediatric dentist has two to three years additional specialty training in the unique needs of infants, children and adolescents, including those with special health needs.

How should I clean my baby’s teeth?A toothbrush with soft bristles designed for infants is the best choice. Brushing at least once a day, at bedtime, will remove plaque bacteria that can lead to decay and gingivitis.

How can I help my child through the teething stage?Sore gums when teeth erupt are part of the normal eruption process. Th e discomfort is eased for some children by use of a teething biscuit, a piece of toast or a cold teething ring. Your pharmacy should also have medications that can be rubbed on the gums to reduce the discomfort. Please follow the application instructions and frequency.

When should my child start using toothpaste?It is recommended your child use fl uoridated toothpaste when they learn not to swallow the toothpaste. Earlier than that, clean your child’s teeth with water and a soft-bristled toothbrush. After age 3, parents should supervise brushing. Use no more than a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and make sure children do not swallow excess toothpaste.

Can thumbsucking be harmful for my child’s teeth?Th umb and pacifi er sucking habits over an extended period of time can create crowded, crooked teeth or bite problems. Sometimes the pediatric dentist will recommend the use of an appliance to help the child break the habit. Most children stop these habits on their own.

How safe are dental X-rays?With the use of leading-edge digital x-ray equipment, the amount of exposure for your child has been greatly reduced. In fact, dental X-rays represent a far smaller risk than an undetected and untreated dental problem.

My child plays sports. How should I protect my child’s teeth?A mouth guard should be a top priority on your child’s list of sports equipment. Athletic mouth protectors, or mouth guards, are made of soft plastic and fi t comfortably to the shape of the upper teeth. Th ey protect a child’s teeth, lips, cheeks and gums from sports-related injuries. Any mouth guard works better than no mouth guard, but a custom-fi tted mouth guard fi tted by our doctor is your child’s best protection against sports-related injuries.

What should I do if my child knocks out a permanent tooth?First of all, remain calm. If possible, fi nd the tooth and hold it by the crown rather than the root. Rinse the tooth and replace it in the socket, hold it there with clean gauze or a washcloth. If you can’t put the tooth back in the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with milk and take your child and the glass immediately to the pediatric dentist. Th e faster you act, the better your chances of saving the tooth.

I noticed a space between my child’s two upper front teeth. Is this cause for concern?Usually, the space will close in the next few years as the other front teeth erupt.

If my child gets a cavity in a baby tooth, should it still be fi lled? Primary, or “baby,” teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also hold the space for the permanent teeth to erupt. Some children may loose their last baby molar by the age of 12. Pain, infection of the gums and jaws, impairment of general health and premature loss of teeth are just a few of the problems that can happen when baby teeth are neglected. Also, because tooth decay is really an infection and will spread, decay on baby teeth can cause decay on permanent teeth. Proper care of baby teeth is instrumental in enhancing the health of the your child.

Healthy Teeth for 2012

Th e above Q & A was provided by Dr. Laura Adelman, Pediatric Dentist. To reach her offi ce, or to make an appointment, please call (330) 425-1885.



Entertainment... Enjoy small artisanal plates and wine

from around the world inside one of Solon’s refurbished historical homes.

Tasting wine is like peeling an onion. Many layers of fl avor and aroma lie underneath waiting to be discovered and savored. Th e owners of Swirl had a vision to carefully deconstruct the 1850 house, layer by layer, in order to custom build and restore its character so that all of Solon could enjoy it.

Richard Alaimo, Frank Bonsignore and Tom Steinbauerunderstood that residential preservation and new business renews prosperity for the entire community. Th ey gutted the whole house and reinforced its foundation. In tearing down walls, several antique fl ags with 36 stars were found carefully wrapped in dated black-and- white newspaper. Th ey restored the stairway and put in a fi replace in the front room. All new electrical wiring, heat and plumbing was installed throughout. It was important to them to keep the rich

character of the house with vintage lighting and a marble bar with a granite edge. Swirl is handicapped-accessible due to a recent installation of an electric wheelchair lift. Th ese owners pay attention to detail and fi ne craftsmanship. Th e outside patio boasts granite-looking pavers and antique lights. A bocce court with a layer of crushed oyster shells will be awaiting avid players when the weather turns warm again. Dan Kittleson, the wine manager, and Dino Rinaldi, the head bartender, off er a full-service bar, 30 types of beer and 20 wines by the glass. Th is month weekly wine tastings are scheduled, and once a month, full dinners will be served paired with specialty wine. Chef, Cat Alaimo, specially designed Swirl’s winter menu. Th ey off er warm and toasty breads with light dips, pizzettes, cheese and olives and specialty meats served on fl at boards. Sweet and savory desserts and four types of chocolate

Swirl Wine Bar is located at 33325 Bainbridge Road in Solon. Phone: 440.349.6900

Hours: 3:30pm-11:30 or later Monday through Th ursday, 3:30pm- 1am Friday and Saturday and Closed Sundays

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Juliann Nathanson has lived in Solon most of her life. After moving here at age 3, she attended St. Rita School, Solon Schools, and then received her Bachelor of Art degree from the prestigious School of Art at Kent State University. She started her career in commercial building design with an architectural fi rm in Cleveland. She then helped design offi ce space, restaurants, and guesthouses for large companies. Her life changed when she chose to move back to Solon with her husband. She subsequently had three children, and so her career changed as well. She started designing residential spaces and consulting for home design. Juliann found herself loving the challenge of being creative and making home space personal to owners. She enjoys working as a team with architects, painters, sub-contractors and clients to transform sketches and ideas into fi nished projects. Juliann skillfully helps clients incorporate personal style into usable, redesigned spaces. Here her photographs off er ways to update your rooms with bright, warm colors. Th ey show how to create separate, inviting sitting areas united in similar colors. Finally, she displays how we can increase the function of our wall spaces and even fi replaces.

Local Designer has tips to transform your room’s appearance, lighting and function

Th e orange walls in this family room creates interest against the white trim and light colored furniture. Wood beams and a rustic light fi xture add warmth and drama

Th e lower level provides multiple areas for entertaining including a gaming area, bar, gym and family room with fi replace.

Th e fi rst fl oor offi ce built-ins were added to provide extra storage space. Th e area to the left includes a drop down desk for additional

work space.

Th e lower level fi replace hearth provides extra seating for get-togethers and shelving for additional storage.


WINTER FASHION AT ITS BEST!From a fashion standpoint, Cleveland in the winter

tends to look like a sea of black clothing against a sea of white snow. Perhaps it is a laziness thing (black always looks good with black!) or maybe we just like the slimming eff ect, especially after all that holiday eating. Whatever the reason, it is time to get out of your rut and inject some color into your dreary Cleveland winter wardrobes. Shoes and bags are great ways to dabble in color without making too large of a commitment. You can get away with a lot in terms of a boring outfi t if you have a fabulous pair of shoes on. I wore skinny black jeans and an ivory oversized cashmere sweater (albeit a 8-ply Armani one!) over Th anksgiving so I could eat comfortably. No one even noticed my basic outfi t though because I had an amazing pair of red sparkly Manolos on my feet. If you insist on wearing head to toe black, at least add some interest with some gorgeous and unique footwear. Black is about as neutral as a backdrop can get so you can really play around with some fun color on your feet. If your shoes are amazing enough no one will even notice what you are wearing! Th e same rule goes for bags. Neon is huge for Spring so it is a good time to stock up on bright colors because designers are putting out tons of great options. I read somewhere that neon can almost function as a neutral and I tend to agree (at least when it comes to accessories). Try a color drenched citrus hued clutch or go all out with a larger bag for more impact. Michael Kors has some great options right now. I am a huge fan of color in large doses. While I of course have black basics like tees, pants, blazers, and some little black dresses, I always make a point of seeking out color. If worn the right way, color (and even all white for that matter) can be just as slimming as black but you won’t look like you are trying to hide behind

boring clothing. Find clothing cuts that work for you and become very good friends with your tailor and I promise you can look fantastic no matter what color you are wearing.

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Bob Yanega is a writer, speaker and entrepreneur. He has experienced success and failures that taught him important life lessons. His experiences shaped his view of the world and pushed him to be a positive role model for others. He learned that in life, things may fall apart so that other things can fall together. Bob started his fi rst business venture at the age of 16. He found quick success with his landscaping-handyman job and learned the value of working hard. After graduating college with a degree in philosophy, he worked for small businesses, Fortune 500 Companies, large privately owned fi rms and regional mid-sized companies. In 1993, he chose to be self-employed after accepting a buyout off er that he never even dreamed he would be off ered. Th en he started other small companies and experienced some business failures. In 1995, Bob stopped to help a victim of an automobile accident

and despite precautions, was struck by another vehicle spinning out on an icy road. He sustained several injuries including broken bones and a fractured jaw. Th ese injuries not only challenged him, but his family as well, who helped him recover. Bob encourages others to lead successful lives through motivational speaking and gives guidance to newer speakers through Toastmasters International. He mentors inmates, has helped with hurricane relief eff orts in the US, and recently worked to help to rebuild homes after the 2008 earthquake in central Asia. He has also given two weeks of his time to assist dental teams in remote mountains of southern Mexico. Bob’s book due out this month, Th e Littlest Lamppost, will be added to his list of successes. It is an endearing children’s story about a little lamppost who wonders why he was created as he was. Children can identify with the characters, and it appeals to adults because of its

underlying philosophical theme. Bob was inspired to write the story for his wife of 25 years, Linda. Feel free to check out the website www.littlestlamppost.com, the Facebook page www.facebook.com/littlestlamppost , and, did you know the fact that the Littlest Lamppost tweets @Llampost? Follow him on Twitter!

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Dear Miss K.I.A.,

For 2012, I want to do more to help others. I have a desire to help in my community, but never seem to make time to follow through. Sometimes I can be generous with my time, but often I cannot. I used to enjoy service work when it was required of me in high school, but now I don’t even know where to look for volunteering opportunities. Do you have any ideas for how I can volunteer locally?

Signed, Goodwill Hunting

Dear Goodwill Hunting,

I applaud you for wanting to make time to help others. Studies have found that altruistic behavior helps people live longer and make more social connections. Locally, Solon’s Meals on Wheels Program may be able to use more drivers, local humane societies can use help caring for animals, University Hospitals has a volunteer program to help visitors and patients in the hospital, and the Botanical Garden takes volunteers to give tours. Also, consider participating in Relay for Life or other fundraising opportunities. You will find that helping others will ultimately help you!

Dear Miss K.I.A.,

I would like to be better organized for my kids and myself. It seems that we have too much stuff, and I don’t know where to put it all. We are always looking for lost papers and homework. I am worried that we are becoming a candidate for the television show “Hoarders.” Please help!

Signed,Chronically Disorganized

Dear Chronically Disorganized,

Countless families are dealing with household clutter! This month you need to go through your house, room by room, and donate anything you may have duplicates of or have not used in ages. Do you really need all those coffee mugs and every single masterpiece created by your child? Did you buy any plastic bins to get more organized last year? Well, grab those bins and start purging clothing closets, cabinets and desks. Take pictures of your child’s artwork and save it to a writable CD. Make a point once a week to recycle all junk mail, paperwork and magazines. My best advice is to try not to stress over it. I promise you, that when you are 94 years old, and you reflect on your life, you will not regret having had an unkempt house!

Dear Miss K.I.A.,

I really would like to make spending time with friends and family a priority this year. I feel that I lead too much of a hectic life to entertain friends or plan get-togethers with the family. I work, keep up with the household chores, run errands on the weekends, take care of two kids and, once in a while, fit in exercise or time alone. How can I relax and enjoy family and friends without feeling that I am just adding another item onto my “to do” list?

Signed,Socially Deprived

Dear Socially Deprived,

Quality time spent with family and friends is not only good for you, it actually benefits your health! Make it a priority. It does not have to be stressful or expensive. An easy way to gather people is to host themed potluck dinners, like offering a Mexican or American menu, at your home on a Friday evening. Plan a standing date for a once-a-month get together for book club, poker, girl’s night out, bowling, dinner and a movie or Sunday brunch with the family. All will look forward to it, and if you get the ball rolling, others will follow!

Please mail all questions ANONYMOUSLY to Miss K.I.A.

P.O. Box 391532Solon, OH 44139

Honest, Real Answers to your latest questions.

AKA Miss Know-it-All


Cleveland Indians Snow DaysJanuary 7 - January 14Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH 44115www.cleveland.indians.mlb.com/SnowDays

Winter Cornhole League21 and over Tuesdays, January 17- March 136:30pm-9:30pm Grantwood Golf Course Banquet Room Contact Jeff @ the Recreation Department - 440.248.5747

Snowbelted: Winter’s a Blast! ExhibitionTh rough February 29Th e West Woods Nature Center9465 Kinsman Road, Newbury, OH 44065http://www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

SCA Voices of SolonSCA Gallery Rehearsals will begin in February 2012.Voices of Solon is an exciting opportunity for people who love to sing, whether they have lots of experience or none at all! If you love to sing and want to be a part of a rewarding musical environment, join Voices of Solon! No audition required. Please call SCA at (440) 337-1400 for more information! Membership Fee: $50.00

Th e Great Big Home and Garden ShowFebruary 4-12IX CenterAdults: $14.00Seniors (65+ Mon-Th urs): $10.00Children Ages 6-12: $5.00Children (5 and under): FREE(Single Tickets valid for 1 day of show)Visit www.greatbighomeandgarden.com to fi nd out how to get discounted tickets.

Th e Rotary Club “Night at the Races” February 4, 6-11pmSolon Community Center A $35 advance ticket ($40 at the door) includes a buff et dinner, soft drinks and beer (bring your own wine or liquor), simulated horse racing with charitable wagering opportunities, and other fun! Race and horse sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information, contact Matt Liebson at 216-308-0519 or [email protected], or visit http://solonrotary.eventbrite.com.

Daddy/Daughter DanceK – 4 Grade Girls and their Dads Saturday, February 18, 6:30pm – 9:00pm Solon Community Center Lobby & Gym$20.00 per daddy & his little girl Register at the community center, December 1 – February 4

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(216)470-320

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Food and BakeryHopeful Creations

Hope Stuart-Makofsky Owner & Founder

Hopeful Creations specializes in custom cakes and cupcakes

for your special occasion. [email protected]

(216) 870-6062

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Real Thoughts, Real People... By Kamna Jain

Facebook is a modern-day invention that has allowed people to reconnect and also keep up relationships, both past and present. But, I have to confess there are moments when I go online to check the news and instead it makes me feel like the lonely, insecure girl from junior high. I fi rst signed onto Facebook because I wanted to spy on my children’s world. Someone told me, before my kids get an account, I should get one, so I knew what it was all about. At fi rst, it was a little confusing; How do I post a message or pictures? Who will read it? How do I connect with people? But very quickly I got the hang of it. I was excited as I saw the number of friends that I had connected with grow. It was wonderful to once again get to know friends who I hadn’t been in contact with for over 20 years. It was fascinating to see what people were doing and how they had aged, some better than others. Th en, something very interesting started happening within me. When I started connecting with some old classmates, I saw what they were doing, and I felt that maybe my list of accomplishments wasn’t as impressive as theirs. Some were editing fi lms while others were executives. Still others were doing things like running marathons or singing in front of live audiences. I have to say, I felt a little discouraged by what I had done in comparison. Th at insecure voice inside of me told me “don’t post anything because you don’t have anything interesting to say.” People posted pictures of their vacations to Egypt and Australia, and all I really had was spring break to Gatlinburg. As fun as that was, it wasn’t an

international trip or a safari. Also, people had interesting, funny comments, and it seemed so eff ortless. I loved reading these, but I couldn’t

match up to the cleverness. Th is feeling took me back to

being 13. I tried to fi t in with the popular crowd and be witty, but all that trying, well, seemed fake. At that age I was trying not to be the last kid picked for a team. As a teenager, it makes sense to feel left out, because that is a critical age of fi nding out who you are and where you belong. But as an adult, I couldn’t understand why I felt this way. So I started to rationalize that I wasn’t that same girl and overall, I was content with my life and what I was doing. After all, the point was it was fun reconnecting with people and getting to snoop their lives. While snooping, I was peeking into people’s business as we all love to do, but I was also fi nding out places I hadn’t been invited to. While no one has an obligation to invite everyone and sometimes homes don’t physically allow so many people to occupy the same space, it still makes one feel bad. Everyone wants to be included, and when we see pictures of people getting together and having fun, that immature, insecure beast once again rears its ugly head. It is sometimes so loud, it is hard to ignore. Th ere are pictures of a beautiful dinner, everyone looks great and is having a great time, but why am I not there? Although it isn’t rational, and realistically I haven’t always invited everyone, that childish part of me still wants to be included. And while it is fun to see everyone’s pictures, it lets me know about a party that I was happy not knowing about. If there was no Facebook, there would be no ugly monster that would be awoken by the insecurity. I would be blissfully unaware of the parties that I didn’t go to. I have partially lost sight of my original goal which was to snoop on my children. I still want to know what they are doing, but Facebook is serving a diff erent purpose for me now. I can’t give it up. Facebook gives me thrills throughout my day. When I see that little red notifi cation, I get a rush. When I get birthday wishes, I feel happy and loved. I am thrilled to see pictures of people’s children growing up. I like fi nding out about news from people before it hits the mainstream. So, I guess the bottom line is that I have to quiet the junior high girl inside me and accept that the positives outweigh all of that. Oh, I have to go, I just received a notifi cation. What a thrill!



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