An example of a newsletter. Suggested communications tool for the Fatima Family Center.

1. Fatima Family Center
Fatima Focus Volume 1, Issue 1
December 2008
FLASH: T.J. Dow was elected Cleveland City Councilman for Ward 7–Hough in a special
election Tuesday, November 17, 2008. Meet and discuss issues with Councilman Dow on Janu-
ary 13th at the Fatima Family Center at 6:30 p.m.
Inside this issue:
Monthly Newsletter developed by Fatima Family Center
The Fatima Family Center sightful stories, delicious recipes and tF Spotlight 2
proudly presents the first issue of updates on community events. If you
the monthly newsletter, Fatima Focus. would like to contribute to the
The Fatima Focus highlights not only Fatima Focus, contact Mansfield Fra- Community Now 2
activities and news from the Fatima sier at the Fatima Family Center. You
Family Center, but also from within can drop off your suggestions, ques-
tF Honor Roll 2
the Hough neighborhood. Fatima tions, recipes and nominations for
Focus is a community newsletter with the tF Spotlight in the Fatima Focus
stories, suggestions, tips and news drop box at the front desk of the Dear LaJean 3
contributed by the residents of Fatima Family Center. Thank you for
Hough and volunteers of the Fatima your support. Find the Fatima Focus
Family Center. Through the Fatima around the Hough neighborhood at Fatima Programs 3
Focus, the neighborhood can stay local churches, schools, businesses
connected and updated on important and at the Fatima
Fatima Family Recipe 3
issues affecting the community. The Family Center.
Fatima Focus needs the community’s
support and inspiration to bring in- Fatima Friendly Tips 3
Calendar of Events 4
Join Team Fatima; new logo, new theme, same promise
Welcome to a new movement in Hough , one that is leading
Special points of interest:
the way in uniting us as one. Our hope for tomorrow begins
today with collective desire to support each member of our Councilman T.J. Dow visits
Hough family. From the youngest to the most seasoned, we are the Fatima Family Center
January 13, 2008.
budding doctors, musicians, entrepreneurs and lawyers; we are
established writers, businessmen, community activists, matri- Cleveland Browns team up
archs and patriarchs. We have among us years of wisdom gathered along life’s with the Fatima Family
winding paths that can serve as lights along what, at times, may be dimly lit Center. Read more on pg.
2 of the Fatima Focus.
journeys for us. The Fatima Family Center is home base for the team, a gath-
ering place to share ideas, concerns, goals and aspirations, to be our home
Dear LaJean answers
away from our individual homes and help equip us with the tools we need to questions about volun-
move forward. Join Team Fatima today. In doing so, you’re taking a stand and teering at the Fatima Fam-
declaring that you’ll support Fatima’s endeavors to make us a wiser, more ily Center.
closely connected people with an unmoving eye on our promising futures.

2. Fatima Focus
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tF Spotlight Community Now ...
Hams for Fams! The Cleveland Browns team up with the Fatima Family Center
This section of the Fatima
Focus will highlight
This section is suggested local businesses will cre- Team Fatima and the
individuals from Team
to highlight local busi- ate awareness in the com- Cleveland Browns are
Fatima who have made
nesses in the Hough com- munity’s resources and sponsoring quot;Hams for
positive contributions at the
give a sense of pride to Fams!quot; The Cleveland
Fatima Family Center. This
individual may be chosen the Hough businesses. Browns will help raise
through recommendation or money for Team Fatima
Organizations supporting
through the Team Fatima
families who cannot af-
the Fatima Family Center
Rewards Program.
ford a Christmas dinner
can promote and describe
this year.
Highlighting the success of
their fundraiser or event
participants of the Team
in this section.
Fatima Rewards Program, munity. Community de-
will attract the Hough youth
velopment is important to
to read the newsletter and
the residents. The Fatima
participate at the Fatima
Focus can deliver the
Family Center. The Spotlight
Hough residents with up-
can be used as a
dates about local busi-
motivational tool for other
nesses and how the own-
Team Fatima members to
ers are striving to grow.
have their hard work
recognized in the Fatima Showcasing the initiatives
Focus. and commitments of the
tF Honor Roll
Hough students excelling in the classroom
The Fatima Family Center This section may also
announces the tF Honor introduce and describe
Roll. Middle and high Fatima Family Center pro-
school students from the grams for Hough resi-
This month’s tF Spotlight
Hough neighborhood will
shines on Daniel James. An dents to participate in
be awarded quarterly for
aspiring doctor, James and become engaged
succeeds in his biology academic and civic ac- within the Center.
classes at MLK High School complishment.
and plays an active roll in
the Hough community.
James recently helped with
the training program of
Fatima Friendly and has
inspired friends and family
to join Team Fatima.
James will graduate in June
2009 and plans to attend
Cleveland State University
where he will pursue his
bachelor’s degree.

3. Volume 1, Issue 1 Page 3
tF Programs
Dear LaJean
Dear LaJean Q. I want to get involved is a contribution from Fatima Learning Center
is a way for with the Fatima Family volunteers. If you have a After School Activities
suggestions Center. How do I join story or news you want to Annual Exposure Trip
and ques- Team Fatima? share, please help us Computer Laboratory
tions to be gather information and
Day Camp
A. There are many oppor-
answered in write articles for the
tunities for you to be- Employment Orientation
a public newsletter. Please come
come involved with the
forum. This is a fun and GED prep classes
into the Fatima Family
Fatima Family Center.
creative way for LaJean to Head Start/Day Care
Center for more informa-
Volunteers are needed to
communicate with people Collaboration
tion and join Team
plan, organize, promote
from the community. Fatima! Intergenerational Garden
Leave an anonymous sug- and execute our activities
School Outreach
gestion or ask a question and events. You can join
Summer Lunch Program
at the drop box located Fatima Friendly, a pro-
Tutoring
inside the Fatima Family gram to help keep our
Center. Warm Up
Hough neighborhood se-
Weight/Game Room
cure and provide a place
for people who need help Teen Leadership Program
in an emergency. The Positive Impressions Girls’
Fatima Focus newsletter Club
Fatima Friendly Tips
Fatima Family Recipe: Aunt LaJean’s Cookies
INGREDIENTS Fatima Friendly is a
program offered to
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
our community in the
1 teaspoon baking soda hopes of lending
knowledge and exper-
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
tise in the matter of
safety around the
1 cup butter, softened
area. In each publication of our newsletter, you will
1 1/2 cups white sugar find a set of safety tips and guidelines that will be
helpful in creating a safe and welcoming environment
1 egg
to live, learn and grown.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
When walking outside late at night, be sure to bring along a
parent, older sibling or friend with you.
DIRECTIONS Don’t display cash or any other inviting targets, such as; cell
phones, hand-held electronic games, jewelry or clothing in
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a small
your car or home.
bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
Set aside. Keep your house well lit on the outside and near the drive-
ways and garages.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until
smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla. Gradually blend in the dry Keep a light or two on inside your house when you are not
ingredients. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls, home at night, so to appear that someone is inside.
and place onto ungreased cookie sheets.
If you have a confrontation with someone in your neighbor-
Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden. hood or you witness any violence, please contact your local
Let stand on cookie sheet two minutes before removing to authorities immediately or a Fatima Friendly resident.
cool on wire racks.
Be sure all doors of your home have strong deadbolt locks.

4. Fatima Focus Fatima Family Center Vision
To preserve the future of the Hough neighborhood, the Fatima Family
Center fosters individual and community growth by providing opportu-
The Fatima Family Center
nity and stability through diverse programming.
6600 Lexington Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44103
Phone: 216.301.0505
Upcoming Events
Email: ljray@clevelandcatholiccharities.org
Website:
www.clevelandcatholiccharities.org/ccs/fatima.htm
Join Team Fatima: Come to The Fatima Family Center Decem-
ber 13th for an introduction pizza party for Team Fatima. Learn
Fatima Focus Contributors:
more about our new movement and how to join Team Fatima and
Brooke McCann
become apart of the promise.
Jordan Burress
Hams for Fams!: Deadline to order your ham is Monday, Decem-
Katie Fink
ber 15th at 6p.m. Go to the Fatima Family Center for more informa-
Michael Krieger
tion.
Nick Giallourakis
Stephanie Dowd
Christmas Caroling: Join Team Fatima for a night of caroling
Veronika Korner
on Friday, December 19th.
Fatima Focus Editor:
Sara E. Stashower, Ed.M
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Pizza Party!
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Hams for Fams Team Fatima
Caroling
deadline! Hanukkah
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Christmas
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