Last week I was out working in the garage and I'm listening to the radio and the DJ starts telling the story of a local mom who didn't have the money to fly to California to see her son. He was coming home from his 1st tour in Afghanistan.
The next thing you know people started calling the radio station (WKKY in Geneva) and donating money for a plane ticket for this Marine mom to fly out to Camp Pendleton in California to see him. Within hours radio listeners and local business's donated enough money for Laurie Lewkoski to go see her son Marine Lance Cpl. David Baker.
The local Radio Station and the people of the community stepped right up to help a local family out. The community gave so much the DJ said ok we don't need no more we have enough to get her to her son.
This was a real feel good story....That was until I was listing to the radio this morning taking my son Matt to school and I hear of a local Marine killed by a IED (improvised explosive device). When I returned home I turned on my computer to see who it was.
With a heavy heart and great sadness I found the article and learned that it was in fact Marine Lance Cpl. David Raymond Baker 22 Painesville Ohio. He was killed Tuesday by an IED in the Helmand Province of South Afghanistan.
So now instead of a joy-full family reunion for a mom and her son Mrs Lewkoski will be laying to rest a local hero her son.
Please remember all of our son's , daughters, moms, dads, uncles, aunts, cousins, family and friends that serve in the armed forces. Even if you don't agree with why they are there and what they are doing, They still have family and friends that do. They deserve your support and prayers.
Thank you David and family for your sacrifices and for giving me my freedom to write this....peace zane
Injured Marine Fund if you would like to give
If you are wondering that? It maybe quicker to tell you where I was not at this summer..... I have been everywhere ..... Matt and I went Hiking, 4-wheeling, NASCAR races, car shows, soccer, go cart racing, road trips to nowhere....and yes we played in the mud a few times.... O we did do some work on the house and played in the garage working on the hot rods also.....it wasn't all fun and games....OK yes it was. Anyway the closer it gets to winter the more I will be on trying to catch-up with my AR friends I missed you guys also...
And if you sent me an e-mail asking if I was alright and I didn't respond I am so sorry I tried to write everybody but as you can see it was a packed summer.....peace zane
Ashtabula County Ohio has a lot going on this weekend if your not having a picnic with the family we have a few ideas for something for you to do..everything from a classic car cruise to a flea market and yes the winery's are open for great food and great wine....we even have a Civil War Reenactment going on in GeaugaCounty at Century Village...So have a great weekend and stop by one of the great activity's going on in Ashtabula County this weekend....peace zane
05/21/09-09/02/09 Lighthouse Cruisers/Classic Cars
Conneaut Township Park in Conneaut 440.593.1202
(6pm-9pm) Free-Enjoy camraderie over classic cars.
05/22-25/09 Memorial Weekend "Kickin Off Summer"
Old Mill Winery, 403 S Broadway (Rt. 534) in Geneva 440.466.5560
http://www.theoldmillwinery.com
05/22/09-08/28/09 People in the Park
Andover Square 440.293.5895
http://www.andoverohio.com Every Friday at 7pm. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the sounds of many local bands.
05/23-24/09 Civil War Reenactment
Century Village, Geauga County http://www.geaugahistorical.org (10am-5pm) A complete civil war encampment.
05/23/09 Flea Market
Indian Creek Resort, Geneva-on-the-Lake 440.466.8191
http://www.indiancreekresort.com (10am-2pm) Bring your own table no set up charge.
05/23/09-09/07/09 Conneaut Historical Museum
518 Mill St. Rear, Conneaut 440.593.4896 or 440.599.6011
http://www.conneauthistorical.org Displays of memorabilia of Conneaut area businesses and events.
05/23/09-09/07/09 Complimentary Tours Ferrante Winery
Ferrante Winery & Restaurant, 5585 ST RT 307, Geneva 44041 440.466.VINO
http://www.ferrantewinery.com Saturday & Sunday 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm wine tours.
05/23/09-09/12/09 Outdoor Flea Market & Craft Show (9am-6pm)
Geneva-on-the-Lake Recreation Park 800.862.9948
http://www.visitgenevaonthelake.com (Every Saturday 9am-5pm) Sponsored by the Geneva-on-the-Lake Chamber of Commerce. Call for space reservations.
And remember if your looking to buy or sell Real Estate give me a call
We have a few things to do this weekend in Ashtabula County....everything from learning to cook to flying model airplanes so come on out and enjoy the great weather and fine wines in Geneva and the rest of Ashtabula County...
05/15-16/09 Culinary Classes at the Lodge
The Lodge & Conference Center @ Geneva State Park Lodge 866.826.9975 or 440.466.7100
http://www.thelodgeatgeneva.com (Sat. 11am-12pm) Enjoy lodging, breakfast for two, class with our executive chef, samplings of the items you prepare and local wines.
05/15-17/09 Ballet Theatre Spring Dance Concert
G.B. Community Theatre The Ashtabula Arts Center 2928 W 13th St., Ashtabula 440.964.3396
http://www.artscenternews.com (Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm) Tickets $8-$12
05/15/09 Wine Country Progressive Dinner
Debonne Vineyards, 7743 Doty Rd., Madison 440.466.3485
http://www.debonne.com (6:30pm Reservations Required) Enjoy soup & salad at Grand River; entree at Debonne & dessert at South River Vineyard.
05/16/09 Blessing of the Vines
Markko Vineyard, 4550 South Ridge Road West in Conneaut 440.593.3197
http://www.markko.com (11am-5pm reservations required) Traditional ceremony from the old world. This annual ceremony celebrates the bud break of vines and begins the growing season for the vintage for all Lake Erie vineyards.
05/16/09 Model Airplanes
Debonne Vineyards, 7743 Doty Rd., Madison 440.466.3485
http://www.debonne.com Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the winery on Armed Forces Day, sipping wine and watching those M.A.R.C.'s Model Airplane Club flying aces buzz the vineyards with their unique model airplanes. 1-5 p.m. This event is free.
If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Geneva area give me a call...peace zane
Who says you can't live in the past? If your looking for good food and great people bring the family to White Turkey Drive In ..This is their 57th season of serving the people of Ashtabula County...Stop by and live the history from days gone by....
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it." 
This quote was the motto of our founder
05/09/09 Opening for our "57th" Year in Business
White Turkey Drive-In, 388 East Main Street in Conneaut 440.593.2209
http://www.whiteturkey.com (11am-10pm Daily til Labor Day)
for more fun things to do this weekend check out the list below.......
05/08-10/09 Ballet Theatre Spring Dance Concert
G.B. Community Theatre The Ashtabula Arts Center 2928 W 13th St., Ashtabula 440.964.3396
http://www.artscenternews.com (Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm) Tickets $8-$12
05/09-10/09 Spring Gas -Up Show & Flea Market
Ashtabula Antique Engine Club, Inc. 440.576.5418
http://www.ashtabulaantiqueengineclub.com (9am-4pm) Spring Gas-up Show Saturday only flea market both days. $2 donation for admission. Lots of items on display. Come and see the progress on our restoration projects. Food available Sat. Agriculture Heritage Museum open.
05/09/09 10th Annual Geneva Area Community Day
Geneva Memorial Field, Eastwood St., Geneva 440.466.8694
http://www.genevachamber.org (1pm-5pm) A free fun family day.
05/09/09 Kites on the Lawn
Debonne Vineyards, 7743 Doty Rd., Madison 440.466.3485
http://www.debonne.com The Ohio Society for the Elevation of Kites will be joining us all afternoon to showcase some of their highly sophisticated kites. We are excited to welcome this very active kite club from the Cleveland area. 1-5 p.m. weather permitting.
05/10/09 Mother's Day Dinner
Circle Creek Cabin Restaurant, 5609 US RT 6, Hartsgrove. 440.474.9320
http://www.circlecreekcabin.com (11am-6pm reservations recommended) Special menu for mother's.
05/10/09 Mother's Day Buffet
The Lodge & Conference Center @ Geneva State Park Lodge 440.466.7100 ext. 2
http://www.thelodgeatgeneva.com Treat mom to a delicious buffet on her special day.
05/10/09 Mother's Day Dinner
Grand River Cellars & Restaurant , 5750 Madison Rd., Madison 440.298.9838
http://www.grandrivercellars.com (1pm-8pm reservations recommended) Every mother receives a potted plant.
05/10/09 Free Golf for Mom's
Indian Creek Minature Golf, 4710 Lake Rd., Geneva-on-the-Lake 440.466.8191
http://www.indiancreekresort.com (11am - 9pm) Mom's golf for free.
05/10/09 Mother's Day Luncheon
Laurello's Vineyard, 4573 SR 307 East in Geneva 440.415.0661
http://www.laurellovineyards.com (2pm-5pm) Enjoy a wonderful meal & entertainment while honoring mom.
05/10/09 Mother's Day Specials
Old Mill Winery, 403 S Broadway (Rt. 534) in Geneva 440.466.5560
http://www.theoldmillwinery.com
Have a great weekend and if you are looking to buy or sale real estate in the Geneva area give me a call...peace zane
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