Entries by Steve Kowalski

Summer Traditions

  Reflecting on my 4th of July break, I’ve been thinking this week about all our great summer traditions – and, of course for me, that includes food. As I’m sure you can agree, those recipes we pull out in summertime, handed down from generation to generation, always seem so special. I think every family […]

In their own words

(top left) Franklin, Adams, and Jefferson working on the Declaration (Jean Leon Gerome Ferris, 1900); (top center) depiction of the original United States Flag with 13 stars; (top right)  William Whipple, signer of the Declaration of Independence, freed his slave believing he could not both fight for liberty and own a slave. by Walter Gilman […]

THANKS DAD!

  A big Kowalski Heat Treating Shout Out to all the Dad’s out there for: Going on great adventures – across the country in my case! Playing catch in the backyard Putting family first always Teaching us the importance of prayer Making Sunday pancakes – Pierogis – ground meat on toast Getting that dog even […]

You Go Girls!

  As a father of four girls, I’ve been a supporter, advocate and cheerleader for the strength, determination, compassion and willpower of the women in my life (this includes my family here at KHT and, of course, my lovely wife Jackie). Watching each of their passions, love of faith & family, amazing work ethic and […]

God Bless America and Our Veterans

This Memorial Day, we salute our veterans for their courage and commitment. Take time this weekend with the kids and grandkids and attend a local ceremony and parade in your hometown. Here’s a handy list for our northeast Ohio friends and families. Parades and Ceremonies: Aurora: Parade on May 30 at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial […]

I’m So Lucky

(top left) From my office window. (top right three photos) From my roof top. (second row left) Freighters pass everyday. (second row middle) A commemorative stamp to Great Lakes Transportation. (second row right) Great Lakes depth chart. (third row left) Frenchman Louis Jolliet first sighted Lake Erie in 1669. (third row middle) Great Walleye fishing! […]

RUN CLE RUN

(L) A past race passing the Kowalski Heat Treating headquarters. (Top right Steve & Katie representing the Kowalski clan. (Bottom right) You’ll see this banner again this year as you run by KHT’s front door.   This weekend marks the 36th running of the Cleveland marathon, now known as the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon. Over […]