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SPLASH!!June 2010 Volume 6 Issue 4

Reserve your space today in the Crocker Park Press. Call 440-899-9277 forPublication and Deadline Dates for the July 2010 Issue.

A Plateful of Fine ArtA Plateful of Fine Art

at Crocker Park!at Crocker Park!

5th AnnualWhite Cane Walk

5th AnnualWhite Cane Walk

Cadillac CulinaryChallenge Test Drive

Liberty Fest 2010Liberty Fest 2010Run For The Young 2010Run For The Young 2010

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CROCKER PARK PRESSTHE

A Villager Newspaper PublicationPublisher: Robert Tuneberg

E-Mail: Villagerpaper@gmail.com • www.thevillagernewspaper.comThe Crocker Park Press is a newspaper of general circulation in

Bay Village, Westlake, Rocky River, Avon Lake, Avon, Sheffield, North Ridgeville,Fairview Park, Lakewood & North Olmsted.The Crocker Park Press is published monthly.

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Popular frozen yogurt franchise Spoon Meis opening to rave reviews at The Promenade ofCrocker Park.

Spoon Me has a three-fold mission: to carefor body we live in, to care for the people welive with, and to care for the earth we live on!

Spoon Me loves your body by putting allnatural ingredients together for just 85 caloriesper serving in a fat free totally delicious andnatural concoction!

Spoon Me loves the community bydeclining tips, but accepting donations to a localcharity each month with a Keep the ChangeProgram.

Spoon Me loves the environment by goinggreen, working with suppliers to ensure they dotheir part for the planet! Everything thecustomers uses is biodegradable, including thespoons, which are made of corn starch!

Come and check out the feeling of a yogurtcafé! Live music venues and entertainment willalso be offered various summer weekends. Stopin soon for 15 flavors of great yogurt toppedwith over 30 choices of fresh fruit to dried nutsas well as a complete line of smoothies!

Spoon Me Opens at Crocker Park

Urban gardens have become increas-ingly important as city dwellers seek tobeautify their homes and neighborhoodsand regain a closer connection to their en-vironment and food source. CrockerPark’s newest project, the Mange, subur-ban garden at Crocker Park, promises tonot only promote environmental aware-ness, but give back to the community aswell. The name ‘Mange’ comes from theFrench verb “to eat.”

Crocker Park will be involved in car-ing for the garden, consisting of twenty-four raised beds constructed of cedar andcomposed of an organic blend of sweetpeat, humus, and soil. Raised beds werechosen because they keep soil warmer,provide better drainage, and require lessmaintenance than traditional gardens. Thearea will be handpainted by a local artistto create more color in the garden. KristaHermes, the manager of Crocker Park’sGrounds department, recently built andinstalled the boxes, and planting is slated

Giving Back to the CommunityCrocker Park Suburban Garden Beautifies

to begin May 15. Hermes will tend to theMange and work closely with CrockerPark’s residents, staff, and workers tocoordinate weekend involvement, whowill help weed, till, and harvest.

Sunflowers will be planted aroundthe perimeter of the Mange to promotebeneficial insects and provide natural pestcontrol. Beauty will not be sacrificed forutility in the Mange—a variety of edibleswill be produced that are as pretty as theyare tasty. “We’re planting a little bit ofeverything,” said Hermes, from tomatoesto peppers and other vegetables. “Thegoal is to give everything back to the com-munity,” she continued. Crocker Parkwill donate all produce to a local organi-zation in the Greater Cleveland area.

Crocker Park’s venture into suburbanagriculture, the Mange, is a unique wayto bring neighbors, staff, and store work-ers together to engage in both the envi-ronment and community. Contact CrockerPark Management for further details.

Breaking news – Bernie Moreno ofthe North Olmsted Auto Collection isopening the Airport Auto Collection asof June 1.

Moreno, the force behind the NorthOlmsted Auto Mile renaissance, is ac-quiring Boyland Acura and Infiniti at13940/30 Brookpark Road in Cleveland.

Coming to the region five years ago,Moreno immediately revitalized the au-tomobile retail market on the West Sideby building two state-of-the-artdealerships, Mercedes-Benz of NorthOlmsted and Porsche of North Olmsted.

On October 3, 2008 Mercedes-Benzof North Olmsted proudly opened a stateof the art Autohaus generation two fa-cility. That was followed by elegant newheadquarters for Porsche of NorthOlmsted - Cleveland’s newest and onlyexclusive Porsche dealership.

Moreno then added to his arsenalby bringing Saab of North Olmsted,

Breaking News: The Airport Auto Collection!Fisker, Lotus of Cleveland, AMG,Sprinter and North Olmsted Perfor-mance to the line-up.

Now, Boyland Acura and BoylandInfiniti are becoming Airport Acura andAirport Infiniti under the Moreno um-brella of excellence.

Consistent with its predecessordealerships, love of driving fuels the pas-sion of the new leadership.

As part of the new Airport Auto Col-lection, the dealership is owned and op-erated by the same people who broughtyou Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted -People who truly understand the differ-ence between coach and first-class.

The message re-enforces the pledgethat stands behind Moreno’s other luxurybrands. “As the owner, I am available topersonally assist you with the sale or ser-vicing of your vehicle,” he has said ofthe Porsche of North Olmsted dealer-ship. “Let us show you how a customer

should be treated!”With Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted,

Moreno’s leadership immediately resulted inbecoming the only Mercedes-Benz dealer inOhio to be awarded Mercedes-Benz coveted“Best of the Best” award for 4 consecutiveyears, 2006, 2007, 2008 and again in 2009.

“Our goal is simple: to help you discoverthe true joy of driving,” Moreno has said, add-ing that “It’s the people that make the differ-ence; our passionate team of professionals.”

The theme of quality and attention are re-prised with the Airport Auto Collection com-mitment that says, “It’s so much more than justa name change….take everything you thoughtyou knew about buying cars and throw it outthe window.

“Then stop by today for a test drive - be-cause luxury and service have finally arrivedin Cleveland.”

Please visit www.airportautocollection.comor phone 216-676-5400. Bernie Moreno,

North Olmsted Auto Collection &Airport Auto Collection

Please join Cleveland Sight Center for its 5th Annual White Cane Walk, June 5,from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (participants may begin their walk any time up to 1:30).

This unique fundraising event will help to provide support services for people of allages in our community who are blind or visually impaired, as well as help to increaseawareness of the White Cane Law designed to protect them. Trapper Jack from Soft Rock102.1 FM WDOK will be Master of Ceremonies.

Each participant will have an opportunity to use awhite cane while walking blindfolded along a desig-nated route past shops and restaurants in Crocker Parkwith the assistance of a sighted guide partner. Partici-pants will then switch roles and return to the startingpoint. Demonstrations and hands-on activities will beavailable to show how people who are blind or visuallyimpaired perform everyday tasks. This event is a greatlearning opportunity for all ages! All proceeds will sup-port programs and services for Cleveland Sight Centerclients.

Register to walk, or show your support by mak-ing a donation at WhiteCaneWalk.kintera.org.

For more information please contact Donna at216-658-4581.

www.ClevelandSightCenter.org to access avideo and photos from last year’s event.

Cleveland Sight Center’s5th Annual White Cane Walk

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From deli corned beef to a retro-diner, Karl Abounader is covering all thegreat food bases this summer!

Everyone knows Karl and his boys(along with mom Marcelle) from theirfriendly Karl’s Corned Beef & More Pa-vilion at Crocker Park.

Karl’s to Open Diner 254 in Sheffield!Last summer, the gang added Auntie

Anne’s Pretzels at the stand next door.They are knocking them dead with freshbaked wholesome snacks, and great hotdogs kids will love!

Now Karl is moving even further west!A June opening of Diner 254 is planned next

door to Quaker Steak and Lube at the De-troit Road exit along I-90 in Lorain County.

Karl’s son, Mike Abounader is Gen-eral Manager and is excited about thegreat retro look and 50’s motif of the clas-sic chrome and red leather diner

Karl took over the diner in April andinherited fun red and silver furniture, metalwalls, black and white checkered floor and50’s and 60’s art. All that will stay, addingto the cruise-in magnetism of the diner.

The menu? You guessed it: burgers,open-face sandwiches, pierogies, rootbeer floats and milk shakes. Anyone forfried Twinkies? Breakfast, lunch and din-ner too! Fresh cut French fries! Andhomemade specials and soups, too!

Karl Abounader has gained a great

reputation as a leading Cleveland restau-rateur with his Karl’s Inn of the Barris-ters in Downtown Cleveland. BringingKarl’s Corned Beef and More to CrockerPark two years ago, both restaurants areknown for quality.

“The opportunity came about andwe’ve been looking to set up a sit-downrestaurant that has our type of food witha diner feel,” Abounader said of Diner254. “We want to change the signage (out-side) and add some TVs. We want to makethis place feel like home.”

The diner will be open from 7 a.m.to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 7a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdaysand Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It usedto be Sammy’s Diner.

Regus Offers One LuckyBusiness an Office for a Year

The Regus Group, the world’s larg-est provider of fully furnished move-inready offices with 1,000 locations in 80countries, is opening its newest center inheart of Crocker Park in late May. Thecenter features 44 state-of-the-art offices,and a board room.

Regus takes care of a company’s ev-ery office need, from receptionist and ad-ministrative support to providing profes-sional grade printers, copiers, furnishingsand IT services. The new Crocker Parkbusiness center offers a very cost-effec-tive and flexible way of gaining immedi-ate access to prestigious office space,typically saving a business up to 60 per-cent over traditional leases.

“We’re confident that our unique of-fering of turnkey office and meeting spacesolutions will be well-received by localsmall business owners, entrepreneurs andindividuals who not only want to work in aprofessional, corporate-like setting, but whomay also want to work in a beautiful ‘livework and play’ environment such asCrocker Park,” said Jeff Doughman, Cen-tral Region Vice President for Regus.

Doughman added, “We’re findingthat businesses of all sizes are increas-ingly seeking cost-effective, flexible op-

tions when it comes to securing officespace. As opposed to getting locked intolong-term leases, with Regus they cansign for as little as six months and ex-pand or cut back as needed. So regard-less of whether a company is looking forspace a one-person corner office or for a10-person branch office, we feel that ourmodel of fully furnished, fully equippedworkplace solutions will be very well re-ceived in Crocker Park.”

Regus will be offering one lucky win-ner the opportunity to win an office for ayear at any one of its four Cleveland arealocations by simply entering the Regus“Win an Office Sweepstakes” from May1 – June 30. Interested businesses can reg-ister for the sweepstakes by going towww.reguscleveland.com and complet-ing the registration form. The winner willbe notified no later than July 31st.

The newest Regus Cleveland areacenter is located on the fourth floor of159 Crocker Park Boulevard (suite 400).For more information on the new CrockerPark center please contact Michele Lasichat michele.lasich@regus.com or216.643.2903. Visit www.regus.com formore information on the company’s ser-vices and solutions.

BOULEVARD BUZZ . . . .SAVE 20% on your next Clark’s kids

footwear purchase from now until June 1.VISIT ARHAUS & SAVE! Annual

Upholstery Sale is now in progress atArhaus Furniture until May 31! Save upto 40% of select Upholstery. Hurry in to-day - these exclusive savings are for a lim-ited time only!

FASHION FUN PATCH Workshopsfor Girl Scouts at Nicky Nicole. Lookingfor an innovative and original workshopdesigned for Girl Scouts? Come to NickyNicole, from now until June 15, for a fun,hands on class that teaches fashion andbusiness to girls in grades 2 through 7. Callor check out Nicky Nicole’s website to-day! www.nickynicole.com

STYLE 101 / Everyday Savings,exclusively for students and teachers atBanana Republic from now until Dec. 31.Call or stop by and Banana Republic willtreat you to 15% off your purchase.

OFFICEMAX IN-STORE OFFER:Discover everyday value at OfficeMax!From now until June 26, $10 off your next

in-store purchase of $50 or more!MAY ACTIVIES at Learning Express

Toys. May 28th ~ Thomas the Train StoryTime ~ 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. May 29th ~ Pic-tures with Elmo ~ 12 – 1 p.m. & 5 – 6 p.m.

SALES & SPECIALS at Gamestopfrom now until June 6. • Get a $25 tradebonus on any Xb360, PS3, Wii, DS, orPSP system trade (excludes PSP GO) • Getan extra 30% trade credit on any gamestraded toward the purchase of Split Sec-ond • Get an extra 30% trade credit onany Xb360, PS3, Wii, DS, or PSP gametrades • Get a new Wii Bundle for only$49.99 when you trade in a Wii system,extra nun chuck, and Wii remote • Save$40 on Super Mario Galaxy 2, UFC 2010,or Red Dead Redemption when you tradein 2 select Xb360, PS3, or Wii games. Seestore or gamestop.com for details.

BUY ONE, GET ONE 50% OFFTees, Tanks & Polos at Eddie Bauer, fromnow until May 31.

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Join Cadillac for a tastefully enjoyable day at Crocker Park where you can experiencethe very finest of cuisine and the very best of Cadillac. Come and compare the CadillacSRX Crossover and CTS Sport Wagon to the competition: the Lexus RX350, the MercedesML350 and the BMW 535i Sports Wagon. Plus discover, the Escalade Hybrid, the world’sonly full-size luxury hybrid SUV. Stroll leisurely from vehicle to vehicle, take a testdrive and enjoy a complimentary culinary challenge where you can pick up cooking tipsfrom some of the best in the business, all in an environment that’s relaxed and casual. Seefor yourself why only Cadillac offers thepresence and performance one would expectfrom a luxury vehicle.

Enjoy an entertaining culinary competitionbetween Chef Rocco Whalen of Fahrenheit andChef Brandt Evans of Blue Canyon Kitchenand Tavern, courtesy of Cadillac’s partner BonAppétit.

Date: June 5 – 6, 2010Time: Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sunday 10

a.m. – 6 p.m.Location: Main Street and Crocker Park BlvdCulinary challenges are held at 11:30 a.m., 2

p.m. & 4 p.m.To register visit www.cadillacchallenge.com.

Cadillac Culinary ChallengeTest Drive at Crocker Park

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186 Crocker Park Blvd.Westlake, OH. 44145

Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Pretzel craving got thebetter of you?

We’re here to help. If you’re lookingfor our lineup of pretzels and more,

you’ve come to the right place.

Casa Vella:Best Pizzain Town!

Casa Vella at CrockerPark offers not only the bestpizza in town, but deliciouscalzones, cannoli, pasta andhot sandwiches in town!When you are enjoying awalk around Crocker Park atthe upcoming Fine Arts Fairor anytime now that spring ishere, stop by Casa Vella andremember what dining alfresco is all about!

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M o n . – T h u r s . 1 1 a . m . – 9 p . m .F r i . & S a t : 1 1 a . m . – 1 1 p . m .

S u n . 1 1 a . m . – 6 p . m .

W h i t e C h o c o l a t e S t r i p e d C u p c a k e

See you at Swirl, the great Crocker Park dining pavilion thatspecializes in cupcakes!

They serve 8 deliciouscupcakes, Monday throughSunday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

They have the greatestfrozen yogurt, too , that is thebest with fresh fruit topping!

If you would like to placea catering order, please callthem at 440-835-1600 orbetter yet, send an email atswirlcupcakes@gmail.com!

They’ll be sure to haveyour order ready for pick up.For orders over 12 cupcakes,kindly ask allow one day’snotice. Phone is 440-835-1600.

Take a twirl to Swirl atCrocker Park!

Auntie Anne’sPretzels

Pretzel craving got the betterof you? Auntie Anne’s is hereto help. If you’re looking forthe best lineup of pretzels andmore, you’ve come to the rightplace. Hot dogs, too!

Karl’s features the West Sides Best Corned Beef Sandwiches,Turkey, Pastrami, Wraps, Salads, Pressed Panini Sandwiches, FreshCut Fries and much More! Walk right up and grab a sandwich andan order of fresh cut fries…or call ahead! Check out Diner 254opening soon in Sheffield. Story on opposite page.

Karl’s Corned Beef

Swirl! Cupcake & More

(440) 871-BEEF (2333)184 Crocker Park BlvdWestlake OH, 44145

Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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$1 OffYour Next Food Purchase

A great new addition toCrocker Park opened with the bangof a drum and a traditional LionDance to bring good fortune to theelegant and inviting AnthonyVince Nail Salon at 276 CrockerPark Blvd. last Sunday, May 2.

With colorful costumes, lots ofsmiles, and great complimentarydrinks and food, the staff atAnthony Vince swung open itsdoors at noon to a long line ofclients waiting to be the first to seethe gracefully refined

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We will provide professional services of uncompromising quality that will keep you, our valued client,coming back to experience the soothing ambiance created with you in mind. As a result, you will want to

share our secret with all your cherished friends.Natural Nail Care for Men, Women & Children

Signature Spa Pedicure $40The Spa Pedicure plus a sensual foot & leg massage, a

lavender scrub which will gently exfoliate all the dry skinexposing your radiance, hot towel wrap & followed by a

finishing lotion. Includes color polish of your choice.

Spa Pedicure $32This pedicure includes nail trim & shaping,buffing, cuticle grooming & conditioning,

lotion massage follow with hot towel wrap,and color of your choice.

Manicure $18This manicure includes nail trim & shaping,buffing, cuticle grooming & conditioning,

lotion massage & color polish of yourchoice, or buff to perfect shine.

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appointments of this top-of-the-line salon.

“It was totally worth it! Thankyou!!! I will be back to see Trey:),” wrote one guest on theAnthony Vince Facebook page.

With live music, great specialsand a staff ready to please,uncompromising quality will makethis new addition to Crocker Park thelatest winner to come to the WestShore! Beauty and service are nevercompromised at Anthony Vince, afull service nail salon and spa!

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Judges and guests of the 2010 AOPHA ResidentArt & Writing Show hosted at St. Mary of the Woodswere del ighted by the many excel lentrepresentations on display.

Come to Crocker Park every Wednesday forGaming in the Park with Game Stop.

Starting June 2 until September 1, from 9 – 11p.m., for gaming on the big screen! Sign up at theCrocker Park Game Stop.

June 2: Kick off Game is Mario Kart (Wii).June 9: Game of the night is Super Street Fighter

IV (Xbox 360)

Gaming In The ParkWith Game Stop

June 26, 2010 • 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.The Run For The Young has helped adolescents in our

communities since 2008 when Crocker Park hosted their first 5Krun, 3K walk, and 1 mile kids fun run.

In the past two years the event has attracted over 4,000 peoplewith over 1100 people participating in the run/walk and we have raisedover $120,000 to support organizations in the surroundingcommunities. These organizations include Community Challenge,Fairview Park Recreation Department, Lakewood YMCA, Rocky RiverRecreation Department, Westlake Recreation Department, and YouthChallenge. Here is your opportunity to participate this year.

Race Times: 5k run & 3K walk: 9 a.m. • 1 mile Kids Run:10:15 a.m. • Race Course: Beginning and ending at Crocker Park.The course will take runners through Westlake. Registration: On-line: until June 24th at 10 a.m. www.hermescleveland.com • Ormail to: Hermes Sports & Events, 1624 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland,OH 44114 ***must be received by Wednesday, June 25th*** • SameDay Registration: 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

Run For The Young 2010Artists Honored atSt. Mary of the Woods

The AOPHA North Eastern Ohio Art and Writ-ing Exhibition was held at St. Mary of the Woods onMay 18th and 19th. Senior citizens from retirementcommunities, assisted living communities, and nurs-ing centers throughout the Northeastern Ohio areacreated over 170 pieces of artwork and approximately25 writing entries for this juried show on display atSt. Mary of the Woods.

The Special Preview Evening was held on May18th and the exhibit was open to the public on Wednes-day, May 19th from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m.

AOPHA is The Asso-ciation of Ohio Philan-thropic Homes, Housing,and Services for the Aging.

Patricia Nable presents her award winning quiltat St. Mary of the Woods.

Artist FernandeMarie Gisele AngeliqueTrottier Bisson displaysher wonderful pastelfeatured in the St. Maryof the Woods Art Showlast week.

Where can you take dad for Father’s Day where he will enjoypatio drinks, a great meal and hi-def TV for the game of his choice?

Hmm…Let’s take him to Brio at Crocker Park!But you don’t have to wait until Father’s Day for some amaz-

ing favorites at Brio!Brio is offering its great Tuscan Taster menu that features $2.95

can’t miss selections like Ravioli Caprese, Margherita Flatbread,Shrimptini, Roasted Red Pepper & Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta,Steak Bruschetta, Calamari, and Shrimptini (Chilled Shrimp servedin a Martini Glass) at this unbelievable price!

“We offer our Tuscan Taster Menu 7 days a week from 3-7 p.m. and again from 9-close. It is very popularand people really enjoy it,” said General Manager Patrick Granzier.

“So, we have decided to offer it when the Tribe is on TV, too.“That way, you can watch the game and enjoy a great dish like our Sliced Steak Bruschetta, Margherita

Flatbread and other selections at this special price.”Beef Carpaccio, Sausage & Pepperoni Flatbread, and Roasted Pepper & Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

are other great choices at this special $2.95 price. Can’t beat that!!!And don’t forget those Father’s Day reservations! Doesn’t your dad deserve the best?

Brio for Brunch!Served Saturday and Sunday until 3 p.m., Brunch

at Brio is the best in town!French Toast with Berries is just $9.50 and you

can enjoy a batter-dipped delight topped with freshberries, powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon and home-made cream cheese drizzle!

How about Eggs Benedict with a Tuscan Twist forjust $10.95?

“We have the best brunch in town,” said GeneralManager Patrick Granzier. “We are proud to say thatand we mean it. We want you to come back. We knowthat we can earn your loyalty with quality, so that iswhat we do!” BRIO brings the pleasures of the Tuscancountry villa to the American city. The Italians builttheir spacious country villas to escape the pressures ofurban life and enjoy “La Dolce Vita” - the good life.

They would mingle with family and friends andeat freshly prepared food from their grounds while sur-rounded by natural beauty. In just that manner, Briooffers its guests “La Dolce Vita.

Welcome…..Brio Managing Partner Patrick

Granzier welcomes you to BrioTuscan Grille for their fabulousTuscan Tasters $2.95 menu offeredduring select hours every day! Brioat Crocker Park – can’t be beat! Anddon’t forget their great weekendbrunch! Best in town! Call now forFather’s Day reservations!

Crocker Park • 200 Crocker Park Blvd. • Westlake, OH 44145

Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. • Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.440-250-8630

BRUNCHSERVED SATURDAY AND SUNDAY UNTIL 3 P.M.

FRENCH TOAST WITH BERRIESOur batter-dipped brioche sautéed until golden brown, with fresh

berries, powdered sugar, honey, cinnamon & our housemade vanillacream cheese drizzle. $9.50

BERRY & CREAM PANCAKESHousemade fluffy pancakes topped with fresh strawberries,

raspberries and blueberries with a pecan streusel crumble andhousemade vanilla cream cheese drizzle $9.50

BACON, EGG & FONTINA PANINIOn grilled brioche with oven roasted tomatoes and black pepper

mayonnaise. Served with fresh fruit $9.95

FRITTATA AL FORNOLayered with eggs, angel hair, crisp bacon, onions, spinach, artichoke,Fontina cheese and Parmesan Cream. Served with fresh fruit $10.50

BRIO FRITTATA DI GIORNOChef ’s special omelet of the day served with potatoes peperonata $9.95

EGGS BENEDICTANO*

A Tuscan Twist on a Brunch Classic.

Served on toasted brioche with Hollandaise sauce, fresh fruit andpotatoes peperonata $10.95

EGGS OSCAR*

Two eggs poached, with Brio’s Crab and Shrimp Cake served atoppotatoes peperonata tossed with fresh asparagus, artichokes, spinachand lemon butter. Finished with our housemade Hollandaise $13.95

BISTECCA ALLA ROMANO*

Grilled beef tenderloin, poached eggs, Romano crusted tomatoesand housemade Hollandaise. Served with fresh fruit $13.95

SAUSAGE FLORENTINE CRÊPESWith scrambled eggs, creamy spinach, sweet Italian sausage & Parmesan

cream. Served with potatoes peperonata & fresh fruit $11.95

CRAB & SHRIMP CRÊPESWith Fontina cheese, scrambled eggs, asparagus, Hollandaise and

charred tomato. Served with potatoes peperonata and fresh fruit $12.95

*Cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

TUSCAN TASTER MENU AVAILABLE IN BAR ONLY

EVERY DAY 3 – 6 P.M. AND 9 P.M. – CLOSE & DURING ALL BROWNS & CAVS GAMES!!

BRIO BURGER*

A quartet of BRIO’s famous Bistecca Burgers,with smoked Mozzarella and housemade chips.

BRAISED MEATBALLS & CREAM

POLENTATopped with Marsala tomato sauce, Reggiano

and parsley.

BEEF CARPACCIO*

Served with field greens, capers, mustard aioliand shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

TUSCAN TASTERS FOR $2.95SHRIMPTINI

Chilled shrimp served in a martini glass withroasted tomato cocktail sauce and fresh lemon.

ROASTED RED PEPPER & FRESH

MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTAWith fresh basil and balsamic drizzle.

SLICED STEAK BRUSCHETTA*

With Gorgonzola Dolce, arugula, fennel,charred tomato, shaved Parmesan and

Tuscan Italian dressing.

SPICY SHRIMP & EGGPLANTGrilled shrimp with Romano crusted

eggplant and a black pepper cream sauce.

MARGHERITA FLATBREADFresh Mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes and

fresh basil.

SAUSAGE & PEPPERONI

FLATBREADFresh Mozzarella and housemade tomato

sauce.

Brio Tuscan Grille: Perfect for Dads & Grads!

Make yourreservations today!

440-250-8630

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The Guild of Artists and Artisans is proud to producethe Fifth Annual Crocker Park Fine Art Fair, on June 12and 13 at Crocker Park in Westlake.

The Guild is aiming to spread art, culture and educationat this year’s fair as it has in past years.

For the event, the elegant streets of Crocker Parkbecome an impressive outdoor art gallery featuring 130individual booths in which juried artists offer specialties injewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, photography, fiber, wood,leather, mixed media and more. Nationally award-winningartists from years past like James Parker (photography), StanBaker (ceramics), and Frank and Kim Yanke (jewelry) arereturning to showcase their work, drawing some 100,000

The 5th Annual Crocker Park Fine Art FairA Plateful of Fine Art at Crocker Park!

fairgoers. Children are welcome as well; the fair willhave an art activity center and family-friendlyentertainment in addition to free admission and parking.

“The Guild’s mission is to help cultivate acommunity appreciation for unique, hand-crafted worksof fine art and the artists who make them,” said Debra“Max” Clayton, Guild Executive Director. “Thecelebrated Crocker Park is a truly magnificent andsophisticated setting for this fine art event…enjoyedby fairgoer and artist alike. It’s a partnership that honors

the joy and value fine art brings to the community.”About The Guild of Artists & ArtisansThe Guild of Artists & Artisans is a non-profit membership

organization of professional artists and is known for its award-winning Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair and Levis Commons FineArt Fair in Perrysburg, Ohio. The Guild’s mission is to promotecommunity awareness, understanding and appreciation of thevisual arts. For more information visit www.TheGuild.org.

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Sharon Spry • Hand-crafted jewelry“We want the guests to have a very fun and en-

joyable time and that they will learn something aboutthe art and the way each artists makes their work andhow they work. You know, that everyone just enjoysthe uniqueness of the art fair.”

“A lot of the art is narrative and whimsical, wehope that people comeaway from the booth smil-ing and feeling better.That they get a little kickout of our booth.”

“Our designs are al-most always themed. Wehave planet earth, wehave cats and dogs, wehave galaxy, we have palmtree earrings that aredone with gemstones.Real... very different.”

Mike Guyot • Freehand ink drawings“I’d like for new people to come away with a

new sense of what original art is. It’s not a poster,it’s not something that everybody else can get.It’s one-of-a-kind and, for most of the artists I’vemet on tour, it’s from their heart.”

“I really love what I do and I love what I see. Ido a lot of bricks and architecture but I used to draweverything realistic, very realistic and an art teacher

back in Bostonslapped me on theback of the headand said ‘Lightenup! You’re not your grandfather!’ My grandfather was aSwiss money plate engraver, so I used think everythinghad to be exact. So he got me to lighten up and to justdraw what I see. And I do each brick one at a time and it’s very... some people have said it’swhimsical. I don’t know, I look at things differently now.”

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