Reader Reaction to Sarava, Sergio's Closing

Find out what your neighbors are saying about the restaurants closing.

It was announced Monday that both Sergio's and Sarava restaurants went out of business. Sergio's, on University Circle, and Sarava, on Shaker Square, managed to stay in business even after the death of owner and head chef Sergio Abramof, Cleveland Scene reported. But now that they've closed, some of Cleveland Heights Patch readers have shared their thoughts. Melodie Woods said: Dang it! I have been trying to get to either of these for the longest. Another ship passed me by!! Marc Canter said: What a bummer. Mary Cushing said: Oh, very sad. They will be missed. Catherine Sawyer said: I still can't believe that Sergio is gone...who else could ever take his place? Garry Kanter said: I graduated from Heights High with Sergio. I knew of him, …

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Sergio's, Sarava Both Close Unexpectedly

Two popular restaurants officially closed on Monday.

Two popular area restaurants unexpectedly closed their doors on Monday. Both Sergio's and Sarava went out of business on March 18, according to The Plain Dealer. Sergio's, on University Circle, and Sarava, on Shaker Square, managed to stay in business even after the death of owner and head chef Sergio Abramof, Cleveland Scene reported. While no official reason for the closing has been reported, The Plain Dealer reportsthe following message was left on the answering machine for both restaurants: We regret to inform you that as of March 18, the restaurant is no longer operating. We will not have access to retrieve voice mail, so please do not leave a messages. We’d like to thank all of our customers for their ongoing support over the years.

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Garry Kanter

1:50 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2013

I graduated from Heights High with Sergio. I knew of him, but we were not friends. He was a class leader, and an outstanding student. You all know of his unsurpassed reputation in the community. This is a very sad end to a very compelling life. Rest in peace.   more ›

Free Holiday CircleFest Promises Reindeer, Shopping and More

Take advantage of the weekend's warm temperatures with free admission to museums, galleries and more

Get in the holiday spirit — even if the weather isn't quite there yet — with Holiday CircleFest this weekend. Attendees can look forward to free admission to museums as well as reindeer, shopping, a singing Santa and a gingerbread house competition at the annual Wade Oval event. What: Holiday CircleFest When: Sunday, Dec. 2, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Where: Wade Oval, 10820 East Boulevard, Cleveland Cost: Free More: University Circle Holiday CircleFest

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Bike, Bus and Foot Commuter Study Survey Results To Be Presented

The final meeting of the Circle-Heights Bicycle Network and Missing Links studies will start at 7 tonight in Cleveland Heights City Hall. Feedback people provided those researching alternative forms of commuting will be shared.

Council To Consider Amending Rates For Community Center and Parks

Cleveland Heights City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. today in City Hall.

Cleveland Heights City Council will meet for its regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. today, Aug. 6 in City Hall. Council members will consider amending the rates and use regulations for admission and other services for the Cleveland Heights Community Center and parks for the 2012 to 2013 fall/winter season, according to the agenda. Council will also discuss submitting in application with the City of Shaker Heights and the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency for funding to construct a portion of the Lake to Lakes Trail, under the Federal Transportation Enhancements Program. The Lake to Lakes Trail is a plan to connect Lake Erie to the Shaker Lakes through Rockefeller Park and University Circle, according to the City of Cleveland Planning …

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Heights Bicycle Coalition Starts Group Rides

FreeWheelin' Wednesdays begins Aug. 1, and the first ride will take cyclists through paths around the Shaker Lakes.

The Heights Bicycle Coalition is organizing group bike rides on Wednesdays Aug. 1 through Sept. 26. Cyclists will ride together for about 10 to 15 miles starting at 6:30 p.m. Many routes are still to be determined, but this Wednesday, riders will take paths through Shaker Lakes and the Shaker Lakes Nature Center. Other rides include routes in Forest Hill Park and University Circle. The group will meet at the Coventry P.E.A.C.E. Park each Wednesday, and helmets are required. The park is located near the former Coventry School at the intersection of Euclid Heights, Washington and Coventry. For more information and to volunteer to plan and lead a ride, visit the Heights Bicycle Coalition website. Here is the schedule as of July 31, according …

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City, Circle Aim To Improve Non-Car Commuting

Consultants working with Cleveland Heights and University Circle highlighted the problems for bikers, walkers and bus travelers moving between the two now and what they'd like to do to improve transportation.

The City of Cleveland Heights and University Circle want to improve bus, pedestrian and bike travel between the two places and encourage people to get out of their cars. But before they come up with concrete plans, with the help of many other cities and organizations, they want to hear feedback and input from residents. About 40 people attended Tuesday night's meeting at the Cleveland Heights Community Center to hear more details about the two studies — one focused on making bike commuting better, the other on enhancing travel for bus riders and walkers. Consultants hired to study the current non-car commuting methods and make recommendations to refine getting to and from the circle and the city presented some preliminary ideas. For …

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Bike, Bus, Foot Commuter Enthusiasts: Your Input Needed

Cleveland Heights, University Circle and others are seeking input on a bike, bus and pedestrian transportation study between the city and the circle.

A year ago, the Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency distributed two grants to study how to improve bus, pedestrian and bicycle traffic between Cleveland Heights and University Circle.  Now the city, the circle and others want the community's ideas and feedback on the current plans during two meetings scheduled for this week. The first is at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Cleveland Heights Community Center, and the second is at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval. After officials compile input from the two meetings, another meeting will be scheduled in September, said City Councilwoman Mary Dunbar by email. Cleveland Heights applied for one of the grants, The Missing Links Study, with the Greater …

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Michelle Simakis

9:05 am on Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Of course, and thank you for providing more information, Richard. I'll add that to the article now. Well, I wish, but I wimped out — I rode earlier that day to the coffee shop to work and it was pretty windy. But I do plan to ride to an interview today and to the meeting tonight!   more ›

Panel Discussion: University Circle Initiative and its Impact on Cleveland Heights

The Cleveland Heights Democrats will host a meeting tonight to discuss how economic development at University Circle could impact Cleveland Heights

The Cleveland Heights Democrats will host a panel discussion at 7 tonight at the Cleveland Heights Community Center to discuss how the economic development of University Circle could impact Cleveland Heights. Panelists include Cleveland Heights Mayor Ed Kelley, Debbie Berry, VP of planning and real estate development for University Circle Inc. and Mark Chupp, professor at the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. All are welcome to attend.

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University Circle has Free Events Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Maltz Museum among participating venues.

University Circle is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a variety of free and discounted programs and activities through Jan. 22. In honor of the holiday today, there will be a free shuttle bus between participating institutions. Museums offering free admission today include the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage, 2929 Richmond Rd., Beachwood. The museum will have a special musical performance at 1:30 p.m. called "Unchained: From Slavery to Civil Rights." Other venues offering free admission today include the Western Reserve Historical Society and Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The Children's Museum of Cleveland will have half-price admission. A free shuttle bus will run from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today with stops at the …

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