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Code delayed

They just want to get it right, so Columbia Township officials are expecting the township’s first property maintenance code to be completed by February or March next year.

The early timetable for completion had township trustees voting on the code by December, but Township Administrator Michael Lemon said during last week’s meeting the committee still needs to review the code and work out any issues that may be lingering.

SEE STORY, A2

Money for Wooster

Terrace Park Council authorized an additional $26,300 at last week’s meeting for work along Wooster Pike.

Earlier this year the village received more than $837,000 in federal stimulus money to install curbs and catch basins on Wooster Pike, or U.S. 50.

Councilman Jim Muennich explained that the Ohio Department of Transportation estimated the construction and engineering costs would be slightly more than the awarded stimulus funds.

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Mariemont mulls layoffs

Officials to decide how to close deficit after levy loss

By Lisa Wakeland lwakeland@communitypress.com

Mariemont voters rejected a new operating levy on Nov. 3 and council is looking for other solutions to close the budget gap.

Nearly 70 percent of residents voted against the 4.75-mill levy that would have generated $614,000 per year.

Councilman Rex Bevis, the only council member to vote against placing the levy on the ballot, offered a few solutions to combat the deficit without seriously impacting services at last night’s meeting.

He said that by employees helping to keep costs down and not filling an open position in the police department the budget situation has improved.

The projected deficit for 2010 was reduced from $480,000 to $273,000.

Timeline

• In May, Mariemont voters rejected a proposal to join the Little Miami Joint Fire and Rescue District. Village officials projected that proposal would have reduced the budget deficit by $450,000. About 58 percent of voters opposed the proposal.

• In July, council voted to place a new 4.75-mill operating tax levy on the November ballot. This was the first new tax levy in 13 years and would have generated $614,000 per year.

• In September, Village Clerk Paul Tontillo presented figures for alternatives to close the budget gap should the levy fail. These included service reductions, increasing various fees, eliminating outside contracts and reducing the income tax credit.

• In November, almost 70 percent of voters opposed the levy. Council is currently discussing other ways to reduce the deficit and close the budget gap.

Bevis suggested leaving the police department staffing at 10 officers and waiting until next year to fill the open position.

He said the fire department should be restructured to keep four firefighters and paramedics on each shift, but reduce full-time personnel in the department from five employees to three.

Bevis said the maintenance staff also should be reduced from five to four employees.

There was no decision on a solution at the meeting.

Village Solicitor Ed McTigue said council needs to convene as a committee of the whole, make a formal committee report and vote on that report at a future council meeting.

The committee of the whole

meeting has been tentatively scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7 in council chambers, 6907 Wooster Pike.

McTigue said because potential layoffs are budgetary issues, all discussions must be in open meetings for residents to see the facts and figures surrounding the deficit.

“They haven’t been privy to all the information we have over the past 12 months,” he said.

If council decides that layoffs are the best way to fix the budget then discussion of personnel may be conducted in executive session, McTigue said.

Councilman-elect Cortney Scheeser asked the current council to delay action until next year when the new council arrives.

Tree stimulus?

Business owner Tom Frey is hoping to spread some holiday cheer.

A co-owner of City Beverage, Frey has also sold Christmas trees, wreaths and other greenery for more than two decades.

He will offer what he calls a “Christmas Tree Stimulus Package” by providing trees and other items at a reduced rate.

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Naomi Fredette, 14, and Joseph Finke, 16, students at St. Edmund Campion Academy, stock the shelves of the food pantry at the United Church of Christ in Oakley. Donations are needed. The church is located at 4100 Taylor Ave.

Needs outweigh donations at Oakley’s Church of Christ

By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

United Church of Christ in Oakley hopes the cupboard won’t be bare this holiday season.

The church, in cooperation with four other area churches and several local organizations including the Cub Scouts and the Girl Scouts, operates a food pantry.

The pantry, which is open throughout the entire year, is housed at United Church of Christ, 4100 Taylor Ave.

“We’ve been struggling at times to meet the need,” said the Rev. Judy Jackson.

Jackson said the pantry provides food for about 150 people a month.

“It’s needed to help feed those who are out of work or who can’t get food for various reasons,” said Joseph Finke, 16, a student at St. Edmund Campion Academy.

Students from the academy, which is located at the church, help stock the shelves at the pantry.

Jackson said as a result of donation shortages the church plans to visit some of the businesses in Oakley to get additional support.

She said this initiative will start after the first of the year.

“Right now we’re focusing on collecting enough food to feed the hungry,” she said.

The pantry is open 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Donations can also be made by appointment.

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By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

Hyde Park representatives had reservations when city of Cincinnati officials first announced they would take over management of a community funding pro- This funding, gram.

T h o s e which is c o n c e r n s available to have only increased in Tristate r e c e n t communities, months. goes toward Earlier this year, the community city assumed improvements. control of N e i g h b o r - This year hood Support $7,000 was Program funding from available to Invest In each Neighborcommunity. hoods Inc. This funding, which is available to Tristate communities, goes toward community improvements. This year $7,000 was available to each community.

Hyde Park Neighborhood Councilwoman Janet Buening said even though Hyde Park applied for funding back in June it has yet to receive final confirmation.

“It has just been one issue after another,” she said. “Nothing is moving ahead.”

Buening said the Neighborhood Council agreed to look into the matter during its recent meeting.

“We will do fact finding to find out what experience other (neighborhood) councils have had with the city,” she said.

“If it seems this is a widespread problem we will encourage councils to speak in one loud voice and demand the program be put back under the auspices of Invest in Neighborhoods.”

Neighborhood Council President Ann Gerwin said Hyde Park had problems in getting Neighborhood Support Program funding last year as well.

Gerwin said the city claimed Hyde Park had an outstanding invoice for police and fire services for its Fourth of July celebration in 2008.

Although Gerwin said the amount was paid and the matter resolved, the community was unable to collect funding for 2008.

“We feel we have been administratively competent (and) are dismayed by the endless stream of problems thrown in our path by the city,” she said.

Gerwin said she supported communicating with other councils to find out whether they have had similar problems.

Nyemah Stark, a representative with the city’s Neighborhood Support Program, was unable to be reached for comment.

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Terrace Park Council authorized an additional $26,300 at last week’s meeting for work along Wooster Pike.

Earlier this year the village received more than $837,000 in federal stimulus money to install curbs and catch basins on Wooster Pike, or U.S. 50.

Councilman Jim Muennich explained that the Ohio Department of Transportation estimated the construction and engineering costs would be slightly more than the awarded stimulus funds.

Muennich said ODOT officials advised him that many stimulus projects came in significantly under construction estimates.

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Terrace Park received $837,200 of federal stimulus money for curbs and catch basins along Wooster Pike. Council authorized an additional $26,300 for construction and engineering costs for the project. under bid, but we don’t know,” he said.

“I really think we’ll get this back.”

Clerk Laurie Baird said there was enough money in the budget to cover this additional expense.

The curbs and catch basins project will go out for bid in early January and construction should take

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Following the hearings, trustees will take any resLemon ident input into account and a vote will likely take place in early 2010.

Lemon said it takes time to make sure the code is correct, and fixing unforeseen problems in the future will just end up costing the township money.

“We just want to make sure we have all the loose ends tied up,” Lemon said.

Columbia Township Trustee President Stephen Langenkamp said there’s no point in rushing the process, especially if it means residents or businesses will be able to poke holes in it later.

“We could be in court defending this thing,” he said, adding it’s more costeffective to get it right the first time.

In other news

Here’s a look at other topics of discussion during the Nov. 10 Columbia Township trustee meeting: • Township Administrator Michael Lemon said discussions continue between Hamilton County and Columbia Township concerning the potential construction of a roundabout on Plainville Road.

Lemon said he and the county engineer’s office took a recent trip to Carmel, Ind., to investigate the city’s approximately 60 roundabouts.

He said the trip was a positive one, and the county is in favor of the township moving forward with its plan.

• Lemon noted that Hamilton County is discussing the potential of combining its planning, zoning, public works and building departments into one department.

He said this could mean the county may look to local communities to provide some of the services the county used to manage.

• Columbia Township Trustee President Stephen Langenkamp thanked the community for supporting the Little Miami Fire and Rescue District’s levy on the Nov. 3 ballot and said the Fire District is already working to secure sites for the new buildings, which will be paid for with levy money.

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This project also includes installing traffic lights on poles at the five-points intersection of Elm Avenue, Wooster Pike and Indian Hill and Given roads.

Muennich added that work continues on the transportation enhancement project, also known as the medians.

He said final approval for the plans is expected in January with construction scheduled for July 2011.

What else?

• Terrace Park Mayor Jay Gohman said last week that the village is still waiting for the bill authorizing a special election Dec. 10 to be approved by the Ohio Senate.

Village officials missed the Aug. 20 deadline to place a 3.5-mill operating levy renewal on the Nov. 3 ballot.

The Ohio House has already approved the bill to allow the special election.

“What we’re running into is a time deadline,” he said.

Without the special election, Terrace Park would lose more than $366,000 in tax revenue – 22 percent of its budget – in 2010.

• Councilman Lee Cole said work continues on amendments to the zoning code.

• Councilman Jim Muennich introduced two parking ordinance amendments that would restrict hours for commercial vehicles to park on the street and prohibit street parking on Cornell Avenue.

Council tabled the ordinances until safety issues are explored and residents have more input.

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The deadline for Webbased orders is Friday, Nov. 20. The trees will then be delivered to Purcell Marian High School Sunday, Nov. 29, for pickup.

A variety of trees ranging in size from 3 to 14 feet will be available on the Hyde Park business’s lot, as well as poinsettias, wreaths and garland roping.

“Obviously, it’s good to help people out,” said Gary Hassman, who helps Frey during the holiday season and is referred to by friends as “a tree tech.”

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Long said the program complements other job search groups by providing a focus on the technological side of the job search.

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The labs feature discussions on a variety of topics, including resume and cover letter design and interviewing skills. “(The lab also) provides moral support,” said Pam Hoctor, public relations director for Job Search Learning Labs.

Hicks, who is a resident of Anderson Township, said she appreciated the networking opportunities.

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He said the sale is more than just a way to help his customers out.

“I’m (also) in the window and door installation business, and I have seen the impact this economic downturn has had,” said Frey, who lives in Oakley.

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Man ousted from Oakley town hall sues DNC Gannett News Service A Loveland man is suing the Democratic National Committee, alleging it didn’t properly train security guards who assaulted him after he spoke out at a September Oakley public hall meeting on health care reform.

Thomas Quigley Jr. recently filed suit in Hamilton County Common Pleas Court asking for money damages over $50,000.

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He filed federal lawsuits over his sale of low-cost health insurance.

In 2005, he sued several health insurance providers after they refused to allow him to sell his “Total Benefits Strategy” insurance that Quigley said relies on a decades-old federal tax law to increase insurance deductibles but lowers overall health-care insurance costs. That suit was dismissed.

Quigley’s 2007 suit intended to stop the Ohio Department of Insurance from investigating his sale of that low-cost health insurance. It also was dismissed.

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Mariemont schools look at funding facilities plan

By Lisa Wakeland

“Our challenge is not to develop the plan, but to ensure it was thoroughly vetted by people with a (financial) background. That should provide the community with some comfort.”

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The Mariemont City School District will be transformed with new and renovated schools in the coming decade and how to fund that transformation is a pressing question.

The Board of Education recently accepted a facilities plan that would use a combination of new construction and renovation for four buildings, one fewer than the district now operates.

The project is expected to cost $39.8 million.

To determine the best method to finance the plan the district assembled a Financial Advisory Board, comprised of two residents from each of the four communities – Fairfax, Mariemont, Terrace Park and Columbia Township.

The board’s goal is to identify, plan and implement a fiscally responsible course of action for construction and future operating costs.

They met for the first time Nov. 10 to learn about school funding realities, the facilities process and the estimated budget.

“I think the meeting was excellent in giving me an understanding of an almost incomprehensible

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The newly formed Financial Advisory Board, comprised of two residents from each community who have financial expertise, include, back row, left to right, Kim Baird, Jenny Kaminer, Walter Raines, Scott Hamlin; front row, left to right, Scott Weston, Sherrie Rutherford and K-T Overbey; Anne Kelly is not pictured. funding system, how high the stakes are and how tenuous the situation is,” said Mariemont resident Scott Hamlin, co-chairman of the Financial Advisory Board.

Kim Baird, co-chairman and Terrace Park resident, said the details provided at the first meet-

ing will help the Financial Advisory Board process the information before making a formal recommendation.

“I believe that a lot of due diligence and work has been put into this,” he said.

“We have a nice mix of people

on the board and we’ll be getting ideas and thoughts from everybody to process the information being provided.”

Hamlin said the Financial Advisory Board will help determine the best option for funding, which could include help from the

Ohio School Facilities Commission.

The Commission can provide financial assistance to school districts for construction projects, but the districts must meet certain building standards.

“Our challenge is not to develop the plan, but to ensure it was thoroughly vetted by people with a (financial) background,” Hamlin said.

“That should provide the community with some comfort.”

A recommendation report from the Financial Advisory Board is expected to be presented to the Board of Education at its 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 15, meeting at the junior high, 6743 Chestnut.

Live Oaks students help with Barktoberfest Barktoberfest, a fundraiser for Friend’s of Noah Animal Rescue in Amelia, was held in October at Lunken Airport Playfield.

Live Oaks FFA members and Animal Science students volunteered and set up a bake sale to raise money at Barktoberfest.

The money raised will go to FFA school events, field trips, conferences and banquets.

Barktoberfest brought together different dog breeds and provided services for dogs such as nail clips, micro-chipping and free veterinary exams.

There was also a doggie Halloween costume contest, various doggie games with prizes and a police drug dog demonstration.

Many animal adoption agencies, such as Blue Grass Boxers and a Chihuahua rescue, were present.

Also, the Cincinnati Mounted Police Patrol brought their horse for an informative demonstration where the public was allowed to pet the horse and ask questions of the officer.

WGRR disc jockey Janeen Coyle, who was the entertainment host , announced the costume contest and doggie games.

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7 Hills coach, duo ready to reunite Stingers fall one game short of state finals

By Anthony Amorini aamorini@communitypress.com

The high school season is over for Seven Hills’ boys soccer program but Terry Nicholl – coach for the Stingers and Cincinnati United Premiere’s U18 team – is already anxiously looking forward to another season with a pair of his senior standouts.

Though Alex Hill and Brandon Williams concluded their Stinger careers with a loss, both seniors play for Nicholl’s club team meaning the trio will be reunited this summer.

“They are absolutely superb lads and a joy to work with,” Nicholl said of the duo. “Typically they are both very intelligent, very solid players.”

Hill, Williams and the rest of the Seven Hills seniors saw their careers end just one game short of the Division III State Championship finals.

The Stingers fell to Worthington Christian, 1-0, during the Division III State Championship semi-finals Tuesday, Nov. 10.

Seven Hills finished at 19-1-2 while winning regional, district and sectional titles en route to its state appearance.

“We played our hearts out and it seemed like the whole school was there to cheer us on,” Nicholl said of the state semi-finals. “We

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Seven Hills’ boys soccer team gathers together to celebrate its Division III Regional Championship title Nov. 7. The Stingers netted sectional and district titles before winning its regional crown this fall.

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Seven Hills senior captain Gilbert Pasquale finds enough room to move the ball down field during the Stingers’ 3-0 victory over Springfield Catholic Central in the Division III Regional Championship finals Nov. 7. were right in it until the end.

I felt our team had given everything they could. We were just a little short.”

Seven Hills ended the regular season ranked No. 5 in Ohio according to the final Division III Ohio Scholastic Boys Soccer Coaches Association Poll released Oct. 19.

Worthington Christian (11-1-4) ended the season ranked No. 3 in Ohio’s Division III poll.

Seven Hills topped the No. 1 ranked Division III team in the state, Springfield Catholic Central (15-01), during the Division III Regional Championship finals Nov. 7 by a score of

3-0.

The sting of losing in the state semi-finals was slightly alleviated by recent wins over Summit and Springfield Catholic and Seven Hills’ respect for Worthington Christian’s victorious effort, Nicholl explained.

“Last year, I was annoyed with the tournament loss to Mariemont,” Nicholl said. “We were up 2-0 and let it get away.

“This year, I drove home and I was actually a human being. I was actually able to talk after the game,” Nicholl joked.

Williams was sidelined for the final two games of the season with a sprained

Seven Hills finished at 19-1-2 while winning regional, district and sectional titles en route to its state appearance. knee.

Needless to say, Nicholl is thrilled to have another chance to work with Williams this summer.

“He’s one of our go-to players and he’s so important in the midfield for us,” Nicholl said of Williams.

“Normally we can shutdown one or two guys but (Worthington Christian) just had too many effective forwards and midfielders.”

Despite the loss, Nicholl was quick to credit his defenders’ stellar play this fall, the coach said.

Seven Hills’ defense included marking back Alex Hill, senior sweeper Kyle Neu, senior stopper Britt Cyr

and junior fullbacks Gilbert Richards, Charlie Kramer and Taylor White.

Junior keeper Ian McNamara is a clear-cut choice as the future leader of Seven Hills’ program alongside junior forwards Miles Hill and Luke Wulsin.

McNamara racked up 11 shutouts this season.

Miles Hill led Seven Hills with eight goals and also contributed five assists.

Nicholl also said freshman Henry Head and sophomore Matt Cohen will be key players in 2010.

As for the Seven Hills seniors, a number of key starters graduate from the program including captain Alex Hill, captain Brandon Williams, captain Gilbert Pasquale and Walker Schiff.

“It was a great senior group and they were easy to manage,” Nicholl said. “I was absolutely delighted with the great leadership from this class.”

Williams finished with seven goals and 11 assists.

Schiff netted six goals with Wulsin contributing four assists.

“We played our hearts out (in the state semifinals). (McNamara) was fantastic until the end and he a great performance (against Worthington Christian),” Nicholl said of his keeper. “I wouldn’t say he was bombarded but he was active.

“It seemed like he had 100 saves,” Nicholl joked of McNamara’s final game as a junior.

McNamara, Schiff and Cohen live in Hyde Park.

Head, Wulsin and Kramer reside in Indian Hill. Neu and Richards are Madeira residents. Cyr lives in East Walnut Hills. White is an Anderson Township resident. Alex Hill, Miles Hill and Pasquale reside in Kenwood. Williams lives in Madisonville.

Walnut Hills celebrates signing day in style

By Mark Chalifoux mchalifoux@communitypress.com

The Walnut Hills High School athletic program celebrated the fall signing period in style as the supporters of the Eagles gathered to honor Phylesha Bullard, Tayler Stanton and Brandon Howard as they signed letters of intent to play collegiate athletics.

Bullard signed with Syracuse to play basketball, Stanton signed with Kent State to play basketball and Howard signed with Bowling Green to play baseball.

“It was truly wonderful,” Walnut Hills Athletic Director Tom Donnelly said.

“I think it was the first time it’s ever been done up this way. We had 150 people there and a lot of kids stopped in to support these three athletes.”

Donnelly said it reaffirms the direction the athletics program is going at Walnut Hills and that he hopes it inspires other kids to believe

JOSEPH FUQUA II/STAFF

Tayler Stanton, Brandon Howard and Phylesha Bullard pose for a picture after signing letters to attend Kent State University, Bowling Green University and Syracuse University, respectively. The ceremony was held at Walnut Hills High School. they can get to that level someday.

“We really wanted this to be a coming out party for the program and the growth of it over the past year,”

Donnelly said.

“We wanted it to be a showcase about where we want to be and to show that while we value our academics, it doesn’t mean we have

to downplay our kids becoming excellent in something else.”

And the three athletes being honored at the ceremony certainly live up to

the “excellent” label.

Bullard and Stanton have led the women’s basketball team at Walnut Hills to two consecutive league titles and a 23-0 league record during that span.

Bullard was the player of the year in the FAVC in 2009. She was the leading scorer in the Cardinal Division of the FAVC, shooting nearly 52 percent from the floor.

She was first-team allleague in basketball and volleyball in 2008 and 2009. In 2008 she was second in the Cardinal Division in assists.

Stanton was first-team all-league in basketball in 2007, 2008, and 2009. She was the leading scorer and leading shot blocker in the Cardinal Division of the FAVC in 2008.

In 2009 she was second in the Cardinal Division of the FAVC in both rebounding and shot blocking.

In 2009 Brandon Howard, a stellar shortstop,

hit .315 with an on-basepercentage of .431 and had eight steals for the Walnut Hills Eagles.

In 2008 he hit .288 with an on-base-percentage of .329 and had nine steals.

Brandon was also FirstTeam All-League for the men’s FAVC-championship basketball team in 2009 and led the Cardinal Division of the FAVC in assists.

Donnelly said he expects the signing ceremonies to be a regular occurrence for athletes now and said he expects another ceremony in the spring for several track standouts, among others.

“The kids in the building get it but it’s nice for people to congratulate these kids and to see the success they’ve had,” he said.

“Now people can say ‘Wow, I knew I could get a great education at Walnut Hills and now I know I can be a well-rounded student athlete. I can see success right there.’”

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November 18, 2009

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Bombers fall to Elder, season ends

By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

Mercy swim instructor is coach of year

The Sea Wolves top eight individual finishers were Sadie DeCamp of Terrace Park (50 back, 4th; 100 back, 4th; 50 fly, 4th; 100 fly, 7th; 200 IM, 7th; 100 free, 8th), Mikka Miquiabas of Fairfield (50 fly, 3rd), Julia Moran of Hyde Park (50 free, 6th) and Phillip Englert of Fort Thomas (100 fly, 2nd; 100 free, 3rd; 50 free, tie 3rd; 200 IM, 4th; 200 free, 6th; 100 breast, 8th).

The girls 10 and under top eight relay team (200 Medley, 2nd; 100 Free, 4th) swimmers were Julia Moran, Sadie DeCamp, Mikka Miquiabas and Maryanne Smith of Anderson.

The 13-14 boys’ relay team (200 Medley, 4th; 200 Free, 6th) swimmers were Phillip Englert, Marshall Smith of Anderson, Matthew Keller of White Oak and Ben Hopper of Anderson.

In addition, six Sea Wolves qualified for the Central Zone Championships.

They will be joining Coach Aaron in August in Noblesville, Ind. Those swimmers are Julia Moran, Phillip Englert, Mikka Miquiabas, Mac Lewis of Terrace Park and Jessie and Erin Peck of Alexandria.

The Sea Wolves are accepting swimmers, please contact Coach Aaron at 513-233-6412, acdorfman@health-partners.org or visit mercyhealthplex.com.

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St. Xavier senior tight end Alex Longi makes a reception and braces for Elder senior Alex Taylor. Longi finished with six catches for 42 yards, but the Bombers fell 17-14. tonight is what’s great about high school athletics.”

Senior quarterback Luke Massa was 20-of-28 for 221 yards with one touchdown and one interception in his final game as a Bomber. Senior tight end Alex Longi led St. X with six catches for 42 yards.

“From a leadership standpoint, I’ve never had any better of a group,” Specht said of his senior class.

St. X amassed 96 yards on the ground, falling short of 100 for only the second time this season. Sophomore Conor Hundley led St. X with 16 carries for 57 yards.

Elder (9-2, 1-2) advances to play Anderson (12-0, 5-0) in the Regional Final Nov. 21. Anderson downed Middletown 41-20.

It was the fourth time this decade that Elder and St. X met in the postseason.

The winners of the previous three showdowns all advanced to the state title

College of Mount St. Joseph women’s soccer sophomore forward Andrea Caldwell, a Purcell Marian High School graduate, was recently named to the AllHCAC First Team.

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“It’s unfortunate, but it isn’t tragic,” said Specht, who is now 6-2 in his career against Elder. “It’s life.”

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St. X hadn’t lost in the playoffs since 2006, and Elder hadn’t beaten St. X in the playoffs since 2002.

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Mercy HealthPlex Swim Coach Aaron Dorfman was elected Ohio Swimming Coach of the Year by his fellow coaches at the annual Ohio Junior Olympic Swim Meet at Miami University July 16-19.

Aaron coaches the Mercy HealthPlex Sea Wolves at both the Anderson and Fairfield HealthPlexes.

“It is an amazing honor to be recognized by my fellow Ohio swimming coaches. I look up to so many of these coaches and to know that they respect the work that I do with the Sea Wolves is unbelievable,” said Aaron.

Aaron was also appointed a Team Ohio Swim Coach for the Central Zone Championships held in Nobelsville, Ind., Aug. 6-9.

He will coach the top swimmers from the Ohio Junior Olympic Swim Meet as they compete against top swimmers from 11 other states at the Central Zone Championships.

The Sea Wolves Swim Team consists of swimmers age 6-18 years old and trains at Mercy HealthPlex Anderson and Mercy HealthPlex Fairfield. They had an impressive showing at the Ohio Junior Olympic Swim Meet.

A total 20 Sea Wolves swimmers qualified for the meet with four individuals and two relay teams placing in the top eight of their events.

The team placed 11th overall – their highest placing yet.

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Coach Aaron Dorfman and Sea Wolves swimmers Mac Lewis of Terrace Park and Michelle Mazeo of Anderson take a break during practice this summer. Dorfman was named Ohio Swimming's Coach of the Year by his fellow coaches at the Ohio Junior Olympic Swim Meet at Miami University in July.

His players huddled around him, their heads bowed and their eyes moist.

“I don’t know if I’ve ever been more proud of a group of guys,” St. Xavier High School football coach Steve Specht said. “I don’t care what the scoreboard says.

That isn’t what makes champions. You guys coming out here every day and busting your tails – that’s what makes champions.”

St. Xavier – a team that no one picked to do much of anything this season, a team that ended up winning a GCL-South title and a city championship, a team that aspired to win the program’s third state title in five years – fell behind 17-0 to Elder in the Division I Regional Semifinal at Nippert Stadium Nov. 14 before falling 17-14.

And just like that, the Bombers’ dream season was over.

They finish 9-3 (3-0).

More than 20,000 fans watched as Elder jumped on St. X early and used a bendbut-don’t-break defense to hold the Bombers scoreless through three quarters.

Elder junior running back Ben Coffaro scored on a 44-yard scamper, and a 37-yard field goal by allstate kicker Tony Miliano propelled the Panthers to a 10-0 halftime lead.

Wide receiver Tim O’Conner put the game out of reach with an 18-yard, broken-tackle touchdown catch to open the third quarter; he finished with three receptions for 31 yards and a touchdown.

St. X got on the scoreboard in the fourth quarter after a one-yard plow from senior bruiser Nigel Muhammad. An 18-yard touchdown reception by senior wideout Will Carroll closed the gap to 17-14, but St. X, which outgained Elder 317-290, would get no closer.

The Panthers converted a fourth-and-1 pass from Mark Miller to Alex Welch for six yards with 42 seconds remaining to seal the win.

“That’s a great high school football game,” Specht said. “You’ve got two communities like X and Elder that love their kids and love high school football. Everything you saw

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Violent death is a pressing public health concern in Ohio and the United States.

In fact, some 50,000 Americans die violently each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Ohio reported 2,007 violent deaths in 2007, the most recent year for which data are available.

The vast majority of violent deaths in Ohio were either suicides (63 percent) or homicides (32 percent); other categories accounted for about 5 percent of violent deaths.

In an effort to better understand – and ultimately prevent – violent deaths, CDC in 2002 established the National Violent Death Reporting System.

And now, thanks to a four-year grant from CDC, the great state of Ohio is poised to become NVDRS’ 18th participant, joining Alaska, California, Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico,

North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin in this important partnership.

Alvin D. Beginning Jackson Sept. 1, the Ohio Department of Community Health (ODH) Press guest will receive columnist about $274,000 from CDC annually and will use the funds to develop, administer and implement the Ohio Violent Death Reporting System.

ODH will convene an OVDRS advisory board comprised of stakeholders and data owners to help with this process.

OVDRS, like NVDRS, will consider violent deaths to be homicides, legal interventions, suicides, unintentional firearms deaths, ter-

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Next question

Is “Sesame Street” still relevant today, 40 years after its television debut? What are your favorite memories of the show?

“Although I still respect the role that this TV kids’ program has played, I tend to look at the things that hold my grandchildren’s attention today. My granddaughter is 5 1/2, and my grandson almost 3. I cared for my granddaughter for several years, 3 days a week, and we spent a lot of time watching TV. She was not really drawn to Sesame Street; rather, her preferences were shows like “Barney”, “The Wiggles”, “Blues Clues”, and a number of other newer programs. There is no doubt that Sesame Street was a groundbreaker, but I think it has been replaced.”

B.B. “I was a married adult when I first heard of ‘Sesame Street,’ but I've enjoyed watching it and its offshoots with my children and, most recently, my grandchildren.

“The grandkids love it as much as their parents and we use it now as then, to enjoy, to teach good values and to help raise youngsters.

“Thirty years ago my CB handle was Big Bird.”

R.V. “‘Sesame’ was great for my kids and now my grandchildren are learning from and relating to it as well. I like the way this show uses music to enhance learning. I relate most to Oscar the Grouch.”

G.G. “Ever since they bowed to political correctness and sent ‘Cookie Monster’ off into the twilight they lost me!”

C.J.W. “‘Sesame Street’ is still relevant because teaching our youngest learners the basics of reading, math and good behavior never goes out of style. I love that the characters that kept me entertained are still around to entertain my children. The addition of new characters has allowed it to stay current while maintaining the same, loving format we enjoyed years ago. I cried when Big Bird told us that Mr. Hooper had died.

Do you plan to participate in “Black Friday” shopping the day after Thanksgiving. Why or why not? If so, how early do you go?

Every week the Eastern Hills Journal asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to easternhills@community press.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

No kids show today would take on the tough topic of death or some of the other issues they’ve handled over the years.”

J.H. “We loved everything about ‘Sesame Street’ when my daughter was growing up, and it’s so much fun to see how much my grandchildren enjoy the same characters. I used to enjoy the send-ups of popular singers. It was over the kids’ heads, but I loved it! Bruce Stringbean’s ‘Born To Add,’ along with some of those other rock parodies, The Beetles and ‘Letter B’ and ‘Hey Food;’ Mick Swagger and the Cobble Stones singing ‘(I Can’t Get No) Co-Operation)’; Moe Cocker with ‘A Little Yelp From My Friends;’ Billy Idle with ‘Rebel L.’ Classic.

S.H.M. “The mission is the same today as it was then. There are still kids who are being educated by it. Plus it has a following of people who grew up on it and are raising kids today. I always loved the skits with the aliens ... yep yep yep.”

A.H. “Sesame Street was a big part of my twin granddaughters’ life.

Courtney was very seriously attached to Grover and Sarah was attached to Big Bird. When Courtney had surgery on her left leg, so did Grover. They both came out of surgery sporting a beautiful pink cast on their left leg. Big Bird and Grover made a surprise visit on their fifth birthday and Sarah was frightened so that ended her relationship with him. But at almost 21 years old I am sure Grover is still in someone’s memory. P.S. I dressed as Cookie Monster myself in a Shriner parade 20 years ago and won a prize for our organization.”

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Some 50,000 Americans die violently each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. rorism-related deaths and deaths of undetermined intent.

While ODH and some of its sister agencies collect violent death and/or crime data, none of them maintain a single repository of all variables of interest.

With the help of these federal funds, ODH will be able to capture data from multiple sources and analyze extenuating circumstances surrounding violent deaths in Ohio. To streamline these data and make them more useful to partners, ODH will collect and link information from the following sources: • Death certificates.

• The Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation Crime Laboratory.

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• The Office of Criminal Justice Services’ Ohio Incident-based Reporting System (law enforcement crime reports).

• Ohio’s 88 county coroners.

• ODH’s Child Fatality Review of violent deaths to Ohioans younger than 18.

• Local law enforcement (when needed).

These data will eventually allow local and state partners to develop and evaluate violenceprevention strategies and increase the public’s awareness of violence as a major public health problem.

Counties with the highest numbers of violent deaths will be phased in first, with the goal of all 88 Ohio counties participating by the end of this four-year project.

The OVDRS will be housed jointly in ODH’s Violence and Injury Prevention Program and Data Center.

Alvin D. Jackson, M.D., is director of the Ohio Department of Health.

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Religious tolerance rears its ugly head again Here we go again. In 1931 a group of well-meaning individuals erected a cross in a remote area of the Mojave desert to honor the dead of World War One. At that time, it was a normal reaction based in what was a means of respect for the majority of the fallen heroes. What is interesting is that it took 78 years for some intolerant person to voice an objection. Let me make my position very clear. As a non-Christian, I have defended the whole range of Christian beliefs in many religious arguments. I have also defended Muslims and would defend any other religion if the occasion presented itself. I have no intention of changing that position. Religious tolerance begins in acceptance, not in confrontation!

Consider for a moment that many vicious attacks against individuals or populations are based on poorly understood religious differences. Yet, an unbiased reading of the religious scripts of all religions indicates remarkable similarities. This is particularly true concerning treating humans with kindness and dignity.

Most religions claim their superiority on their treatment of all of humanity. So, where does that leave us in respect to the monument in question? Are we so biased that we will profane our cherished beliefs by attacking someone who believes only a little bit differently?

Having made my position on religion clear, let’s return to the monument. It was placed there by people who wanted to honor military personnel who had given their lives. It was not meant as an affront to any person or religion.

The majority of those fallen heros were Christians.

Those of us who are a minority and have other beliefs might have used a symbol of our faith had we been a majority and had the times and sentiment been the same. The times and sentiments have changed. One thing that has not changed is a universal respect for the sanctity of life. Another thing that has not changed is the respect and gratitude for fallen heros who gave their all to protect our lives and rights.

If I have the opportunity to visit the area, my thoughts will be on

the loss to the families of those selfless and honored soldiers.

There will also be a reverence to a symbol that repAlvin D. resents other Jackson faiths but the Community same God that I worship. Sadly, Press guest there will also be columnist thoughts of the ungracious persons who would tarnish the well-intentioned actions of those whose only motive was to honor these fallen heros. Since 1931 religious tolerance has greatly improved. It is time for vocal dissenters to accept that there are many paths through the forest that lead to the same eternal truth.

Even Dante in his great classic “Inferno” realized this.

There is enough impish contrariety in me to hope that some well meaning and unbiased individual will paint a replica of the cross on the boarded-up monument along with other religious symbols.

Edward Levy is a longtime resident of Montgomery and a former college instructor.

VOICES FROM THE WEB The levy’s not dry, yet

Visitors to Cincinnati.com posted these comments about voters approving several county-wide tax issues, including levies for the libraries, MR/DD and Cincinnati Museum Center: “Thank you Queen City for helping to maintain one of your crown jewels, Union Terminal.”

SilasWhowood “And for maintaining a second of your crown jewels: The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County! Thank you!”

Marita “Thank you for continuing to look at our homes as ATMs.” VirginianCSA “Hamilton County you stink, 40 percent of people voted, and all tax increases passed. People do not trully understand or care about the issues any more, only take them at face value. Union terminal will not improve, they will take the money the used to spend on the building and pocket it and keep everything as is. Are prices gonna lower, improvements made? No and no.

We funded drug court, do any of you know

what the sucess rate or make up of the program is? No. If you did you would not have approved it? The library, look at what they have ... a huge waste of money. Go to the Blue Ash branch – more up to date videos than Blockbuster. That is not a library hurting for money, struggling to help the people. You just all funded bologna, wrapped in a pretty bow, and expect hard working homeowners, the middle class, to fund another $300 a year for $100,000 of property value. You are all fools. you must not own property. I bet if your rent on your apartment went up $300 a year you would vote no.”

BigBradley “Never build or buy a house in Hamilton County. The lowlife parasites outnumber and outvote the hosts. Too many drones, not enough worker bees.

Eventually the hive will collapse. I now have 16 ‘Crown jewels’ that the immoral" ‘something for nothing’ gang forces me to pay for under threat of eviction. I have to pay school district income tax on top of that! I think I will start looking for a new place in Kentucky or Indiana.Then I can just drive across the county and state line to get all the services that the people of Hamilton County get ,without paying the property tax which is about twice as high as that in nearby areas.”

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navrat “Those of you who don’t like the tax rate in Hamilton County can move you know. Ask those who commute into the city from Warren and Clermont counties.” junk0514 “You do realize that Issue 4 and Issue 6 were both tax decreases, even though they passed, right? MRDD and the library were adding new taxes, and both of those put together are less than $40 a year.”

TechNate “My frustration is this: I work in the city and pay city taxes and I live in a suburb of Cincinnati so truly am just as affected by city government as those living in the city limits, but I have no say whatsoever in who gets elected to city council and yet thousands of people who don’t own property have the right to vote on what tax levies are put on my property. How is this fair? And yes, I know some of the levies will actually decrease, but if voted down the tax would have been completely gone!

I’m not saying these aren’t worthwhile issues – I’m just tired of property owners being responsible for providing everything to everyone. There has to be a way to spread it around more fairly.”

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Erec Reichardt, who owns Lookout Joe with Greg Zmich, shows off the shop’s wide variety of coffee blends. The Mt. Lookout store roasts the beans on site.

Coffee comes alive at Lookout Joe Erec Reichardt didn’t set out to become a coffee connoisseur, it just happened.

After working in a few coffee shops and owning a similar store in downtown Cincinnati, Reichardt and business partner Greg Zmich opened Lookout Joe in 1997.

The coffee shop, in Mt. Lookout square on Linwood Avenue, offers a wide variety of beans from around the world. All the beans are roasted on site.

“Coffee is like wine,” Reichardt said, noting that altitude, soil and climate affect the taste of the beans.

“The only way to learn roasting is by apprenticing, then it is a lot of trial and error. Once you have the skills, it’s keeping a consistency.”

Reichardt said the freshly roasted blends and pleasant atmosphere keep customers coming back to Lookout Joe. The store also stocks several free-trade certified coffees, which help ensure farmers around the world earn a livable wage.

“We encourage people to buy local (because) coffee is a perishable food item and can get stale within a few

Lookout Joe

3181 Linwood Ave., Mt. Lookout 871-8626 Erec Reichardt and Greg Zmich, owners www.lookoutjoe.com coffee@lookoutjoe.com Open 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Thursday; 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. weeks of roasting,” he said, adding that guarantee isn’t always available in grocery stores or larger coffee chain stores.

Most coffees sell for $11 or $12 per pound and Reichardt said buying a small amount for home brewing is an economical way to try multiple flavors.

Lookout Joe also creates custom blends, labels and packaging for customers.

“I’ve always enjoyed the interaction with people and being able to sell something we made ourselves,” Reichardt said.

By Lisa Wakeland. Send your “Small Business Spotlight” suggestions to espangler@community press.com

THINGS TO DO Learn astrology

The Midwest School of Astrology is hosting an astrology class 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Midwest School of Astrology, 4777 Red Bank Expressway, Suite 6, Madisonville.

The class includes intermediate to advanced topics with Pam Gallagher. The cost is $30. Reservations are recommended. Call 984-2293.

Shopping

The Wellness Community is hosting the Fine Jewelry Event from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 19, at Legacies, 3854 Paxton Ave., Hyde Park.

The event features store and consignment jewelry for sale. Proceeds benefit the Wellness Community.

The sale runs through Nov. 22. Call 871-8899 or visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati.

Tasting

Whole Foods Market is hosting the 5 After 5 Tasting, “Fall Feast,” from 5 to 7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 20, at Whole Foods Market, 2693 Edmondson Road, Norwood.

Sample five wines and five hors d’oeuvres. Includes wine glass, wine, and lite bites.

Bring your Whole Foods Market wine glass back during another tasting and receive $1 off at door.

The cost is $5. Call 5318015.

Go rogue

Joseph-Beth Booksellers is hosting former vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin at noon Friday, Nov. 20, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Norwood.

The author will sign her new book, “Going Rogue: An American Life.” Book preorders are currently on sale and include line ticket. Books are available Nov. 17.

Palin will autograph books, but no personalizating, posed photographs or memorabilia signings.

A line ticket is required.

Call 396-8960 or visit www.josephbeth.com.

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Mariemont High School students rehearse for “Clue.” From left, Colonel Mustard played by Braxton Stricker, Mr. Green played by Taylor Bailey, Mrs. Peacock played by Mary Kate Pennell, Wadsworth played by Joshua L.H. Anderson, Mrs. White played by Maggie Deadrick, Miss Scarlet played by McKenzie Miller and Yvette the maid played by Kelsie Rutherford surround the mysterious victim.

MHS auditorium scene of multiple ‘murders’

By Lisa Wakeland

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Was it Professor Plum in the library or Mrs. White in the ballroom?

The audience will have to sit in suspense as the murder mystery unravels during the Mariemont High School production of “Clue,” Nov. 1921.

Director Ty Yadzinski said he chose “Clue” for the fall play because it was fun and an ensemble piece that gave students a unique opportunity.

“It kind of fell into place,” Yadzinski said.

“The great challenge is trying to recreate something people have seen on film, reproducing the rooms on stages

• What: “Clue,” Mariemont High School’s fall play.

• When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, to Sunday, Nov. 21.

• Where: Mariemont High School auditorium, 3812 Pocahontas Ave. • Tickets: $8 for adults; $5 for seniors and students.

• Call 561-7039 for tickets. and making it believable.”

The play is based on the 1985 movie version of “Clue,” which follows dinner party guests as they attempt to solve multiple murders at an old mansion.

Sophomore Will Dietz, who plays the cop, said this play involves more action and is different from other high school plays, with no scene changes and a quicker pace.

Junior Joel Beeby, who plays Mr. Boddy, said he tried out because the play puts a fun, comedic spin on murder mysteries.

“The unique thing is the film came out with three endings and we’re doing a different ending each night,” Yadzinski said, adding that the audience can experience a new production each night.

He said the cast has been excellent and pulled everything together in less than 10 rehearsals.

‘Light up’ your season anytime You can “light up” your yard next spring by planting spring bulbs in the ground now.

But guess what? You can do the same thing to light up your outdoor containers next spring, or to bring spring bulb colors inside your home.

Instead of planting bulbs in the ground, simply plant them in a pot.

Growing spring bulbs in a container is easy. Here’s what you’ll need for your potted spring bulbs: • 4-, 6-, 8-inch or larger pots, with good drainage holes in the bottom • A good grade potting mix • Espoma’s Bulbtone (a fertilizer) • The bulbs of your choice. Any of the spring flowering bulbs will work, so look at doing some pots

of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths for great fragrances, and a few minor bulbs, like crocus, for Ron Wilson early colors.

Take your In the pots and garden place about an inch or two of the potting mix in the bottom.

Then, evenly distribute your bulbs in the mix, point up, and feel free to plant them a little closer than you would normally in the ground.

For the tulips, place the flat side of the bulb to the outside of the pot.

Cover your bulbs with more of your soil-less mix, sprinkle on a little bulb food, and then continue to fill the pot to the top, lightly com-

pressing the soil as you fill.

Water your potted bulbs thoroughly, and you’re ready to grow.

Now, here’s the secret: You must over winter your potted bulbs in cold temperatures. So, leave your pots sitting outside, watering them when the soil dries out.

Once the temperatures outside have become cold, consistently, move the planted bulb pots inside an unheated garage or shed, put them down in a window well, or actually heel them into the ground, and cover with mulch or leaves for the winter.

Check to make sure they have soil moisture when you move them, and water lightly over the winter as the soil dries.

Otherwise, just let them sit dormant enjoying the

cold temperatures.

Early next spring, when the bulbs start to grow, bring them in to the house, or place your potted bulbs in an outdoor planter, give them a light water soluble feeding, water as needed, and let them do their “spring thing.”

When they’re totally finished blooming and growing, you can take them out of the pot, plant them in the garden, and enjoy them for years to come.

Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores and is the garden expert for 55KRC-AM and Local 12. You can reach him at columns@communitypress. com

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BUSINESS SEMINARS

iCAN Job Search Success, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church, 1345 Grace Ave. Powerful Job Search Language for your job search and career and create effective online presence. $195. Reservations required. Presented by ProTrain True North. 825-1555; www.careerachievementnetwork.com. Hyde Park.

EDUCATION

Astrology Class, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Midwest School of Astrology, 4777 Red Bank Expressway, Suite 6. Intermediate to Advanced Topics with Pam Gallagher. $30.

Reservations recommended. 984-2293.

Madisonville.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness Class, 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Road. $5. 379-4900. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

Blood Brothers, 7 p.m. Anderson High School, 7560 Forest Road, Titus Auditorium. One of longest-running works of musical theater in history. Ages 13 and up. $10. Reservations required. Presented by Anderson Theatre.

232-2772, ext. 5973.

Anderson Township.

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A Tuna Christmas, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 4101 Walton Creek Road. Holiday comedy. Two actors portray all the wacky inhabitants of Tuna, Texas. $17. Reservations recommended. Through Nov. 22. 684-1236.

Columbia Township.

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November Art Show, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop. Free. 3218733. Oakley.

Wine Tasting, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Value wines. Water Tower Fine Wines, 6136 Campus Lane. $15. 231-9463; www.watertowerfinewines.com. Mount Washington.

Wine Tasting, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Oakley Wines, 4027 Allston St. Suite B, $5. 3514392. Oakley.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Sarah Palin, noon, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Author and vice presidential candidate signs “Going Rogue: An American Life.”

Book pre-orders currently on sale and include line ticket.

Books became available Nov. 17. Palin to autograph book but no personalizing, posed Palin photographs or memorabilia signings. Line ticket required. 3968960; www.josephbeth.com.

Norwood.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

Blood Brothers, 7 p.m. Anderson High School, $10. Reservations required. 232-2772, ext.

5973. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township.

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ART & CRAFT CLASSES Saturday Functional Ceramics Class, 10 a.m.-noon, Funke Fired Arts, 3130 Wasson Road. Create functional clay project. Make mugs, soap dishes, waste baskets, picture frames, toothbrush holders and more. All ages. Family friendly. $20. Reservations required. 871-2529; www.funkefiredarts.com. Oakley.

CRAFT SHOWS

DANCE CLASSES

Line Dance Class, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Oakley Community Center, 3882 Paxton Ave. Line dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 321-6776. Oakley.

EDUCATION

Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org.

Anderson Township.

Job Search Skills Workshops, 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Anderson Senior Center, 7970 Beechmont Ave. Workshops provide technically oriented learning opportunities for anyone currently in job transition. Ages 18 and up. Free.

474-3100; jobsearchlearninglabs.wikidot.com.

Anderson Township.

FESTIVALS Turkey Raffle, 7 p.m.11 p.m.

American Legion Mount Washington Unit 484, 1837 Sutton Ave. Games, turkeys, hams and pork loins raffle.

Includes beer and soft drinks. $4. 2317351. Mount Washington.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Bar Tasting, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. The Wine Merchant, 3972 Edwards Road. Sample from 10-15 wines. 50 cents per taste.

Through Nov. 28. 731-1515; www.winemerchantcincinnati.com. Oakley.

Hyde Park.

Church of the Redeemer Holiday Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 2944 Erie Ave. Artisans, bakers and crafters. Food available. Benefits mission work at El Hogar, Honduras. 321-6700; www.redeemer-cincy.org.

EDUCATION

Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org.

Anderson Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness Class, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 3794900. Anderson Township.

Jazzercise, 8:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

LITERARY BOOKSTORES

The Wild Rumpus Party, 10 a.m. JosephBeth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Meet a “Wild Thing.” Activities, crafts. Family friendly. $5. Tickets required. 396-8960; www.josephbeth.com. Norwood.

LITERARY - CRAFTS

Common Threads, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oakley Branch Library, 4033 Gilmore Ave. Knitting/crochet group. Bring project to work on. Free. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6038.

Oakley.

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ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

Blood Brothers, 7 p.m. Anderson High School, $10. Reservations required. 232-2772, ext.

5973. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 4 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township.

RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

Family Movie Matinee, 2 p.m. “The Santa Clause.” First Baptist Church of Anderson Hills, 1674 Eight Mile Road. Free. 474-2441.

Anderson Township.

Ursula Goodenough Lectures – Religious Naturalism, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mount Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave. Internationally recognized cell biologist, author and lecturer, Ursula Goodenough, presents two talks on religious naturalism titled “Are You a Religious Naturalist without Knowing It” and “Darwin and the Sacred.” Ages 18 and up. $10. Reservations required. 231-2650; www.mwpccincinnati-presbyterian-church.org. Mount Washington.

SHOPPING

Fine Jewelry Event, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Legacies, 871-8899; www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati. Oakley.

Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Open House, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Appearance Plus Dry Cleaners, 6812 Clough Pike. Receive 25 percent discount on incoming orders, light refreshments, drawing and guided plant tours. 2315540. Anderson Township.

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ART EXHIBITS

Mills and Zoldak: Variations on a Theme, noon-4 p.m. Funke Fired Arts, 871-2529; www.funkefiredarts.com. Oakley.

Dale Lamson, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Miller Gallery.

Free. 871-4420. Hyde Park.

Madison Clayworks Pottery Group, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Madison Clayworks, 321-4458; www.madisonclayworks.com. Madisonville.

November Art Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop. Free. 3218733. Oakley.

BARS/CLUBS

Burger Madness, 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Arthur’s Café, 3516 Edwards Road. Burgers are just $6. Jagermeister and Blackhaus, two staple shots, $2. 871-5543. Hyde Park.

CIVIC

Eastside Yardwaste Recycling Drop-Off Site, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Bzak Landscaping at Turpin Farm, 946-7734. Newtown.

EDUCATION

Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org.

Anderson Township.

MUSIC - CHORAL

Composer Anniversary Concert, 3 p.m.

Knox Presbyterian Church, 3400 Michigan Ave. CCM Chamber Choir and CCM Philharmonia. With CCM Chamber Orchestra, Earl Rivers, conductor. $10, $5 students, free UC students. Presented by UC College-Conservatory of Music. 556-4183. Hyde Park.

PROVIDED

Trumpeter Byron Stripling will be in the spotlight at Xavier’s Gallagher Student Center Theater at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22.

Besides soloing for some of the top jazz bands and pops orchestras in the country, Stripling played the Louis Armstrong role in the Broadway-bound musical "Satchmo." The Ohioan also leads the Columbus Jazz Orchestra. Call 745-3161 for information or tickets, which cost $23. Seniors are $20, students $3. Details at www.xavier.edu/musicseries.

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EDUCATION Earthworks: Virtual Explorations of the Ancient Ohio Valley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Woodland Mound, $1, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org.

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EXERCISE CLASSES

Zumba Fitness Class, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Clough United Methodist Church, $5. 3794900. Anderson Township.

Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Meg Leder, 7 p.m. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Author discusses and signs “The Happy Book.” 396-8960; www.josephbeth.com. Norwood.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Make a Mess at the Manatee, 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore, 3054 Madison Road. Semi-structured open studio led by Miss Kelli, artist-in-residence.

Ages 3 and up with adult. $3. Registration required. 731-2665; www.bluemanateebooks.com. Oakley.

Make a Mess at the Manatee Jr. Edition, 10:30 a.m. Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore, 3054 Madison Road. Read picture book and create art project based on book.

With Miss Kelli, artist-in-residence. Ages 2-4. $3. 731-2665. Oakley.

Thanksgiving Story Time, 10:30 a.m.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Preschool. Family friendly. 396-8960; www.josephbeth.com. Norwood.

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ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Watercolors, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Turpin High School, 2650 Bartels Road.

Learn beginning/intermediate watercolor painting from Jean Bouchy, experienced and skilled artist and instructor. Ages 18 and up. $70. Registration recommended. 231-3600. Anderson Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Forrest Gregg and Andrew O’Toole, 7 p.m.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road. Former Cincinnati Bengals coach and author, Forrest Gregg, and author, Andrew O’Toole, discuss and sign “Winning in the Trenches: A Lifetime of Football.” Free. 3968960; www.josephbeth.com. Norwood.

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EXERCISE CLASSES Jazzercise, 9:30 a.m. Anderson Hills Christian Church, $36 per month for unlimited classes. 407-9292. Anderson Township.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Drop-In Toddler Time Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Union Township Branch Library, 4462 Mount Carmel-Tobasco Road. Ages 18 months to 3 years. Stories, songs and play.

Presented by Clermont County Public Library.

528-1744. Union Township.

Preschool Story Time with Miss Gail, 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore, 3054 Madison Road. 731-2665.

Oakley.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Cincinnati Gypsy Jazz Society, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. With Hot Club of Terrace Park, guitarist Sasha Strunjas, trumpeter Chris Miller of the Modulators and other guests. Dilly Cafe, 6818 Wooster Pike. Jamming encouraged.

Ages 18 and up. Free. 561-5233.

Mariemont.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.

Anderson Center, 7850 Five Mile Road.

Works by Haydn and Stravinsky. Concerto for Two Horns. With Steven Gross and Randy Gardner, horn. Mischa Santora, conductor.

Dennis Janson, WCPO-TV Channel 9 sports reporter, narrator. $15-$25, $20 Anderson Center. Free ages 18 and under with paying adult. 723-1182, ext. 102; www.ccocincinnati.org. Anderson Township.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 2 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township.

PUBLIC HOURS

PROVIDED

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will play the Aronoff Center through Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Saturday; and at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Sunday. It is the musical story of showbiz buddies putting on a show at a Vermont inn. Tickets are $24.50-$64.50. Call 1-800-982-2787 or visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/cincinnati.

Cincinnati Observatory Center, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Cincinnati Observatory Center, 3489 Observatory Place. One-hour historical tours on second and fourth Sundays of every month. Free, donations accepted. Through Dec. 27. 321-5186; www.cincinnatiobservatory.org. Mount Lookout.

SHOPPING

Fine Jewelry Event, noon-4 p.m. Legacies, 871-8899; www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati.

Oakley.

PROVIDED

Rhonda Coullet is Vera Sanders, Christopher Marchant is Dennis Sanders, Bobby Taylor is Stanley Sanders and Tess Hartman is June Sanders in Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's production of “Sanders Family Christmas: More Smoke on the Mountain.” The comedy runs through Dec. 31 in the Playhouse’s Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre. For tickets call 513-4213888 or visit www.cincyplay.com.

Life

November 18, 2009

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Has marriage become too frail to carry our dreams?

Marriage is being scrutinized today because of its disappearing stability.

So is the earth being scrutinized because of its disappearing glaciers. So is organized religion because of its disappearing congregations.

Whenever crucial elements of life start fading our concern for them escalates.

We worry about marriage because of its immense impact on the collective and individual welfare of society.

Our country has the highest divorce rate in the world.

“We divorce, re-partner and remarry faster than people in any other country,” says Andrew Cherlin, a Johns Hopkins sociologist, in his book, “The MarriageGo-Round.”

A recent column in Time magazine (Aug. 24 and 31) addressed the same concern titled, “Americans Marry Too Much.”

It expressed a legitimate worry about our kids, “American kids are more likely than those in other

developed countries to live in a household with a revolving cast of parents, tepparFather Lou sents, and Guntzelman l i v e - i n Perspectives p a r t n e r s moving in and out of their lives – a pattern which is definitely not good for children.”

Cherlin was amazed to find out that American kids born to married couples experienced 6 percent more household disruption by age 15 than Swedish kids born to unmarried parents.

“Remember, we’re talking about the ‘avant-garde’ Swedes compared to the ‘conservative’ Americans,” Cherlin says.

The bottom line is that while marriage is good for kids, it’s best when it results in a stable home.

Or, as Cherlin puts it, “Many of the problems faced by American’s children stem not from parents

marrying too little but rather too often.”

What’s gone wrong? It would take volumes to try to assess.

One factor is that most couples still embark on the marriage journey believing that “all we need is love and good sex.”

Interestingly, too many still mistake infatuation and active hormones as convincing proof that love exists. Nor do they realize what else is needed even when genuine love is present.

M. Bridget Brennan and Jerome L. Shen, in their book “Claiming Our Deepest Desires,” point out important elements missing in today’s new marriages: “Navigational tools of communication, conflict resolution, deep listening, willingness to admit errors and wrongdoings, a sense of humor, trust and emotional maturity are all necessary in a good and lasting marriage.”

To these I would add a solid sense of commitment.

That’s not just a casual

A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. promise but a vow from the deepest core of ourself, that come good times or bad, we’ll both work on our relationship throughout life.

A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods.

Despite superficial premarriage “preparation courses” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level.

Few expect a lifetime of work. We do not know our self or our spouse as well as we think we do. And what we don’t know can hurt us.

Marriage is a process of self-discovery as well as spouse-discovery.

That’s why Gary and Betsy Ricucci quipped to newlyweds, “One of the best wedding gifts God gave you was a full-length mirror called your spouse. Had there been a card attached, it would have said, ‘Here’s to helping you discover what you’re really like.’ ” Psychologically and spiritually the other human we marry is, in the truest sense, to be a helpmate in our selfawareness and growth.

The process of self-dis-

covery and spouse discovery is an unending challenge.

We are either going forward, going backward, or trying to live our relationship on cruise control – which means coasting along effortlessly.

Yet, can anything loving, enduring and beautiful ever be constructed without personal effort?

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Life

November 18, 2009

Rita’s readers resurrect Fern’s beloved chili Writing this column week after week never gets “old” to me. As I’ve mentioned before, it’s the sharing of recipes and stories that make it a popular read.

Apparently Fern Storer, food editor at the Cincinnati Post for a very long time, had Rita the same Heikenfeld r e l a t i o n with Rita’s kitchen ship her readers.

When Pam Timme asked for Fern’s chili recipe, I had no idea the response would be so great. I figured a few of you might have a copy.

Well, not only did I get a couple dozen responses; one reader offered to send me a copy of Fern’s cookbook (and I will definitely accept!).

So thanks, thanks, thanks to all of you who shared recipes and stories of this unique lady.

I wish I had met her. I understand she was an enthusiastic gardener, as well. I know my Mom liked Fern’s recipes, and that to me was a great endorsement.

I made the chili during a demo at Macy’s on Saturday, and everyone loved the mild taste and thick consistency.

Fern Storer’s chili

Jean King, a Loveland reader, brought this in personally to me.

By the way, Fern was a very detailed recipe writer.

She wanted her readers to be able to recreate her recipes without one problem.

Here’s my adaptation from her 1989 cookbook.

Mount Healthy reader Rob Hiller sent me the

recipe, as well, along with the Cincinnati chili story Fern had as a sideline.

Rob substituted 1⁄4 each ground cloves and allspice for the 6 whole called in the recipe.

1 pound ground beef (not hamburger – I used sirloin) 6 each: whole cloves and allspice, tied in cheesecloth, coffee filter, tea ball, etc. or 1 ⁄4 teaspoon each ground 1 ⁄2 of a medium-size onion, more if you like, chopped (I used about 1 cup) 1 clove garlic, finely minced, or 1⁄4 teaspoon powdered garlic or garlic salt (I used a teaspoon fresh garlic) Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chili powder (start with 2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 28 oz. diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon brown sugar (I didn’t use)

Taste of Lebanon

St. Anthony of Padua Church’s fall festival will take place noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22. The church is located at 2530 Victory Parkway, East Walnut Hills.

Food items are purchased à la carte and carryout is available. Parking is free. For details, call 513-961-0120.

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⁄4 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce, optional (I didn’t use) 1-2 regular size cans kidney beans with their liquid 1 ⁄2 cup dry red wine (a mellow burgundy), optional but good (I didn’t use) Cook ground beef until red color is almost gone.

Add everything but beans and wine. Simmer gently and cook uncovered, about 20 minutes.

Add beans and wine and cook another 15 minutes or so. It will be fairly thick. If it

becomes thicker than you like, a cup or so of water may be added.

Also, if you cool and refrigerate it, you will probably need to add a little water to the amount you reheat. This will make eight to 10 generous servings.

Taffy apple salad for Thanksgiving

Reader Laurel Muhlenbruch shares this favorite recipe. She also shared a wonderful carrot cake recipe from her mother-in-law, Doris Szegda, who lives in Canandaigua, N.Y. The carrot cake is a much requested holiday and birthday cake recipe. It’s in our online version of this column at www.communitypress.com.

20 oz. pineapple chunks or crushed 2 cups mini-marshmallows

2 tablespoon flour ⁄2 cup sugar 11⁄2 tablespoon white or cider vinegar 1 egg, well beaten 8 oz. Cool Whip 11⁄2 cups chopped cocktail nuts 2 cups diced Jonathan apples, unpeeled 1

Drain pineapple, keep juice. Mix pineapple chunks and marshmallows, refrigerate overnight.

In saucepan over low heat, heat juice, sugar, flour, egg and vinegar. Stir continually and cook until thick.

Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

NEWSMAKERS TPHS adds board member

The Terrace Park Historical Society has a new board member and program chairman. Elaine Fening will use her extensive knowledge of Terrace Park and Greater Cincinnati to create innovative quarterly programs of interest to people of all ages.

A design and decorative painting specialist, Fening enjoys making her artistic talent available to community groups. Most recently,

she pieced together the Treasures of Terrace Park quilt created by local school children.

Her Fening husband Tim, owner of Cause Agency that specializes in medical and pharmaceutical advertising, is responsible for the newly redesigned TPHS logo.

The couple moved to their Terrace Park home 18

years ago. They have three children: Joe, who attends Mariemont High School; Grace, a Mariemont Junior High School student; and John, a Terrace Park Elementary School sixth-grader.

“I grew up steaming wallpaper off walls, so I have always liked older houses, preserving them and maintaining the integrity of them,” Fening said.

She’s looking forward to sharing her passion for “the older things in life” as pro-

gram chair and welcomes program suggestions.

Her phone number is 831-8371.

New managing partner, executive committee

A new managing partner and executive committee has been elected for the Drew Law Firm.

Robert M. Smyth of Hyde Park will serve as president and managing partner. He succeeds Mark W. Jordan, who had served

as managing partner since December 2006.

Smyth, a partner with the Drew Law Firm for five years, practices in estate planning, probate administration and general representation of individual and closely held businesses.

The executive committee also includes Michael D. McNeil of Milford, executive vice president; George J. Zamary of Hyde Park, secretary; and James R. Schaefer of Mount Washington, treasurer.

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Smyth Zamary of our leadership team will assure that the fine tradition of legal service by the Drew Law Firm continues for many more years,” Smyth said.

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Community

November 18, 2009

Eastern Hills Press

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BeadforLife helps Africans leave poverty behind The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer (Hyde Park) will sponsor a BeadforLife sale at the Redeemer Holiday Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the church, 2944 Erie Ave., Hyde Park.

The sale is an opportunity to learn more about and support impoverished Ugandan women who are lifting their families out of poverty with their handmade, high-quality beaded jewelry, featured on NBC Nightly News, in O Magazine, Vanity Fair, Family Circle and other publications.

BeadforLife is a socially responsible global organization, working with PROVIDED.

Area residents in “The Nutcracker” are, from left, Georgia Fuller of Hyde Park, Alice Magoto of Linwood, Mary Frances Harsh of Hyde Park, Morgan Mains of Mariemont and Maddi O’Connell of Hyde Park.

Local children perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ Eighty-six area children are preparing to kick off the 2009-10 season presentation of Cincinnati Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.”

Area residents in “The Nutcracker” are Georgia Fuller of Hyde Park, Alice Magoto of Linwood, Mary Frances Harsh of Hyde Park, Morgan Mains of Mariemont and Maddi O’Connell of Hyde Park.

The kids have been working since their September audition, rehearsing

every weekend, in addition to completing their regular dance and academic studies.

“The Nutcracker” performances begin Dec. 16 at the Aronoff Center. There are 13 performances between Dec. 16-27, including two student matinees.

Tickets cost $30-70 and are available at the Cincinnati Ballet box office at 6215282, Aronoff box office at 621-2787 or online at www.cincinnatiballet.com.

women, all of whom were living on less than $1 a day in extreme poverty.

The 300 members of BFL support almost 5,000 others to climb out of poverty.

“BeadforLife’s philosophy is that people want jobs rather than handouts,” said BFL Co-Director Devin Hibbard.

“We focus on ways for people to leave poverty behind forever.

“The beaders are incredibly hardworking, and every dollar they make goes into critical things like sending children to school, paying for health care, and saving to build a home.”

The beaders’ work has been sold at thousands of home parties and businesses and community-sponsored events around the world.

All net profits from BFL sales are invested in projects that fight extreme poverty, primarily in three key areas: health, affordable housing and vocational training for impoverished youth, and entrepreneurial development through micro credit for small businesses.

For more information, visit www.beadforlife.org.

Church continues Thanksgiving tradition Since 1991, Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church has made Thanksgiving dinners possible for hundreds of area families.

“This effort brings together the entire congregation,” said Rev. Dr. Timothy L. Bias, senior pastor of Hyde Park Community Church.

“After the 11 a.m. worship service, everyone works side-by-side in a production line to get the dinners packed.”

Coordinators Susan and Earl Crossland have wrangled the people, and the turkeys, for the past 19 years.

“We’ve honed the

process over the years, so it runs very smoothly,” said Susan Crossland.

“But it would be a logistical impossibility without the army of volunteers from our congregation. And, it’s also a lot of fun.”

On Nov. 22, folks will gather in the parking lot behind the church at 1345 Grace Avenue to form a production line. Teens from the Youth Ministry take charge of the heavy lifting, shifting loads of canned goods and frozen turkeys from delivery trucks. And everyone – including kids – pitches in to assemble each Thanksgiving box with a complete meal for one family: Bags of fresh potatoes, carrots, and

apples, canned string beans, corn, peaches, yams, and cranberry sauce, a pound of margarine, a bag of stuffing to prepare, a whole pumpkin pie, rolls, and of course, a 15-pound turkey.

“By lunch time we divvy up the boxes, and the maps, and begin deliveries,” said Earl Crossland.

“The first year, 1991, we created Thanksgiving boxes for 24 families who needed a hand. Our goal each year was to add 24 more families.

“Some years we have exceeded our expectations, like in 2008 when we blew our old record out of the water.”

Requests for Thanksgiv-

ing dinner boxes started rolling in on Nov. 2.

Recipients are mostly families, but a number of boxes are donated to food pantries that shelve the items to provide meals for people on their rosters.

Thanksgiving boxes are just one of HPCUMC’s community outreach ministries.

Located at the corner of Observatory and Grace in Hyde Park, the Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church welcomes everyone regardless of theological differences, age, interests or circumstance.

For more information, call the church at 871-1345 or visit www.hydeparkchurch.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Change a life – Volunteer to tutor an adult with low-level literacy skills or GED preparation needs. Call 621READ. Cincinnati Reads – a volunteer tutoring program working with K-4 students in Cincinnati Public Schools.

Volunteers receive free training to work one-on-one with children who are struggling to read. Call 621-7323 or e-mail Jayne Martin Dressing, jdressing@lngc.org.

Clermont 20/20 – and its college access program, Clermont Educational Opportunities, offer a mentoring program that matches adults to work with a group of high school students from local high schools. Volunteers are needed to become mentors to help students stay in school and prepare to graduate with a plan for their next step. Call Terri Rechtin at 753-9222 or 673-3334 (cell) or e-mail mentor@clermont2020.org for more information.

Granny’s Garden School – Volunteers needed from 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays to work on behind-thescenes projects. Volunteers also needed to help with developing Web pages. Call 489-7099; Granny’s Hands-on Gardening Club is looking for new gardeners, to work with garden manager Suellyn Shupe. Experienced gardeners, come to share your expertise and enjoy the company of other gardeners while supporting the Granny’s Garden School program times: 1:30-4 p.m. Mondays; 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The school is located at the Loveland Primary and Elementary, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. E-mail schoolgarden@fuse.net or visit www.grannysgardenschool.com.

Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development – Volunteers are needed for Adult Basic and Literacy Education classes and English to Speakers of Other Language classes.There are numerous sites and times available for volunteering. The next training sessions are 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 4. Call 6125830.

Inktank – Group looking for volunteers to help children and adults improve their skills in writing-based initiatives across the city. Call 5420195.

Raymond Walters College – Needs volunteers to serve as tutors to skills enhancement students. The class meets from 1-4 p.m.

Wednesdays and from 5-8 p.m.

Thursdays. Call 745-5691.

Winton Woods City Schools – Wants to match community members who are interested in volunteering in the schools with the students.

Volunteer opportunities at Winton Woods Primary North and South, middle school and high school.

Volunteers who would have oneon-one contact with students outside of a classroom are required to have a background check. To volunteer, contact Gina Burnett at burnett.gina@wintonwoods.org or 619-2301.

YMCA – The Ralph J. Stolle Countryside YMCA is looking for volunteer trail guides for school groups. Call 932-1424 or e-mail melittasmi@countrysideymca.org.

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Grailville – needs volunteers for the garden in Loveland. Volunteer days are 9 a.m. to noon selected Saturdays through November. For a complete list visit www.grailville.org or call 6832340. Volunteers will work in the kitchen and herb gardens. No experience is needed, volunteers may participate once or for the entire season. Volunteers should bring gloves, water bottle, sunscreen, hat, footwear that can get dirty and a snack if desired. Tools are provided.

Granny’s Garden School – needs help in the garden. Granny’s is growing produce for needy families in the area, with support from the Greenfield Plant Farm. Greenfield Plant Farm donated their surplus tomato and green pepper plants to the Granny’s Garden School program.

Granny is seeking help with maintaining the gardens, planting and harvesting more produce.

Granny’s is at Loveland Primary School, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. Call 324-2873 or e-mail schoolgarden@fuse.net, or visit www.grannysgardenschool.com.

GRRAND – Golden Retriever Rescue and Adoption of Needy Dogs takes in needy displaced, abandoned or unclaimed stray golden retrievers and places them in volunteer foster homes until adoptive families are found. Call 1-866-9812251 and leave your name and phone. Visit www.ggrand.org. Email www.cincygrrand@yahoo.com.

League For Animal Welfare – A no-kill shelter, needs volunteers 16 and older to help socialize cats and 18 and older to socialize and walk dogs. Other opportunities available. Call 735-2299, ext. 3.

Save the Animals Foundation – Needs people 18 and older to staff its shelter for homeless cats and dogs. Call 378-0300 for cats and 588-6609 for dogs.

Tri State County Animal Response Team (CART) – Is at 11216 Gideon Lane in Sycamore Township. Meetings are open to the public. Visit www.tristatecart.com for monthly subjects or more information. Call 702-8373.

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Community

DEATHS Dorothy I. Dale

Dorothy I. Dale, 81, of Columbia Tusculum died Nov. 9.

Survived by sons, Leonard, David and Craig Dale; daughters, Linda Ya Zell and Diane Cooper; brother, William Dale; also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Frank E. Dale; father, John Kopp; and mother, Ida Billmann.

Services were Nov. 12 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

AMERICAN BAPTIST

MT WASHINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH

2021 Sutton Ave

231-4445

Sunday Services

Sunday School -All Ages ........9:00am Worship Gathering ...........10:00am Wednesday Night....6:15pm dinner & 7:00pm...Children/Youth/Adult Classes Nursery Provided Handicapped Accessible www.mwbcares.net

BAPTIST Hyde Park Baptist Church Michigan & Erie Ave

513-321-5856 Bill Rillo, Pastor Sunday Worship Services: 11:00am & 6:00pm Sunday School: 9:45am Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm www.hydeparkbaptistchurch.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. GERTRUDE PARISH Church (513) 561-5954 • (513) 561-5020 School Miami Ave & Shawnee Run Rd. www.stgertrude.org Mass Schedule Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30AM Saturday: 4:30PM Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00AM 12:30 & 6:00PM

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE First Church of Christ, Scientist 3035 Erie Ave 871-0245 Sunday Service and Sunday School 10:30am Wednesday Testimonial Meeting 7:30pm Reading Room 3035 Erie Ave

CHURCH OF GOD CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

Sunday School 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Wed Night Bible Study 7:00 pm Pastor Ed Wilson 8105 Beech Avenue - Deer Park (Just off Galbraith across from Amity School) 513-793-7422

RELIGION

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INTERDENOMINATIONAL

Church of God

Pastor: Lonnie & Erica Richardson Wednesday Evening Services - 7:00pm Sunday Morning Worship - 10:45 am

EPISCOPAL

Cincinnati Country Day School 272-5800 www.horizoncc.com Indian Hill Episcopal Presbyterian Church 6000 Drake Rd Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 www.indianhillchurch.org Sunday Worship 8am & 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am Youth 7 & 8th grade 9:15am Youth 9 & 12th grade 11:45am Phone 561-6805 Fax 561-0894 INDIAN HILL Episcopal Presbyterian Church 6000 Drake Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 Phone 513-561-6805 Fax 513-561-0894 Sunday Worship 8am & 9:30am www.IndianHillChurch.org

LUTHERAN ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH

7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery (East of I-71 on Pfeiffer Rd) Worship Schedule 10:00 a.m. Worship and Holy Communion Baby sitter provided Pastor: Josh Miller ascensionlutheranchurch.com

Good Shepherd (E LCA) www.goodshepherd.com

7701 Kenwood Rd.

513.891.1700

(across from Kenwood Towne Centre) Saturday night at 5:00 and Sunday morning at 8:00, 9:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Pastors: Larry Donner, Pat Badkey, Jesse Abbott

UNITED METHODIST 7515 Forest Rd. at Beechmont Ave 231-4172 Sr. Pastor Mark Rowland Ann Luzader, Mike Carnevale Traditional Service 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Service 9:30 & 11:00am (Nursery care from 9:15am-12:15pm.)

Sunday School for Children & Adults at 9:30am & 11:00am.

Youth Fellowship (grade 7-12), 6-8pm. www.andersonhillsumc.org

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR

8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "So You Think You Are Blessed!"

Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am

EVANGELICAL COVENANT

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery PASTOR JONATHAN KOLLMANN

www.cloughchurch.org

HARTZELL UMC

(off Larchview, off Plainfield at Cross County Hwy.) email: hartzell-umc@fuse.net Sunday School 9 AM & 10:30 AM Sunday Worship 9 AM & 10:30 AM Child Care provided 10:30AM

Rev. Robert Roberts, Pastor

MT. WASHINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6365 Corbly Road 513-231-3946 Rev. Thomas A. Gaiser Sunday Worship 10:45am Adult Sunday School 9:30am Children’s Sunday School 10:45am Visitors Welcomed "A Family in Christ and a Beacon of God’s Love for Over 150 Years"

www.mtwashumc.org

Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church

The church is offering weekly adult Sunday school classes and monthly mid-week contemplative services and labyrinth walks. Visit www.hydeparkchurch.com for dates, times and locations.

Nursery care for infants is provided each Sunday from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m.

The church is at 1345 Grace Ave.; 871-1345.

Linwood Baptist Church

The church invites the community to participate in a Christmas Talent Show Sunday, Dec. 6, to benefit the church’s Camp Kirkwood ministry. Sing, tell a story/joke, play an instrument, do a skit, (any Christmas-themed/family-friendly/sanctuary-appropriate talent). Pre-show dinner is at 6 p.m. and is free of charge. Call 871-8642 to sign up your “act.”

The church is at 4808 Eastern Ave., Linwood; 231-4912.

Mariemont Community Church

Building Homes Relationships & Families Sundays 9:15am & 10:45am

8221 Miami Rd. (corner of Galbraith)

513-891-8181

NEW 9:30am Service -Innovative & High energy

Traditonal Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30 & 11:00am www.stpaulcommunityumc.org

The church is hosting a Communitywide Pancake Breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Parish Center, 3908 Plainville Road. Invite someone you are thankful for (neighbor, family member, friend). Visit the MCC Web site (Pancakes.MariemontChurch.org) for a printable invitation you can use to invite those special people.

The event will include crafts for children, door prizes and entertainment. They will also be collecting items for the Inter Parish Ministry in Newtown. They are in need of canned fruit, canned meat and boxed cereal. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. For more information, E-mail pancakes@mariemontchurch.org or call the church office at 271-4376.

The church is at 3908 Plainville Road, Mariemont; 271-4376.

Truelight Missionary Baptist Church

Connections Christian Church 7421 East Galbraith

The church offers services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays, and 7 p.m.

Wednesdays. The pastor is Chris Mobley.

The church is at 4311 Eastern Ave., Columbia Tusculum; 256-0132.

Phone: 513-791-8348 • Fax: 513-791-5648

Anderson Hills United Methodist

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Cincinnati, OH 45243

Jeff Hill • Minister

www.connectionscc.org Worship Service 10:30am Sunday School 9:15 am

FAITH CHRISTIAN

FELLOWSHIP CHURCH (Preaching the Gospel of Hope) 6830 School Street (Newtown)

271-8442

Dr. R. Edgar Bonniwell, Sr. Minister

www.cfcfc.org Sun. Worship 10am Wed. Worship & Bible Study Service 7pm Sunday School - All Ages 9-10:00am New National Seminary Emerging www.Kingswellseminary.org

NorthStar Vineyard Community Church

Sunday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Loveland High School, off of Rich Rd. 683-1556 www.northstarvineyard.org

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Sunday Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM

513.753.1993 vineyardeastgate.org

PRESBYTERIAN MADEIRA SILVERWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

8999 Applewood Dr Blue Ash 891 8527

3850 E. Galbraith, Deer Park Next to Dillonvale Shopping Ctr www.TrinityCincinnati.org 791-7631 Worship Service - 10:00AM Sunday School - 10:15AM Pastor Randy Wade Murphy

UNITED METHODIST

Nursery Care Provided

Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor

ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH & ST. THOMAS NURSERY SCHOOL

100 Miami Ave, Terrace Park,OH 831-2052 www.stthomasepiscopal.org Sunday 7:45am Rite I Eucharist 9:00am Rite 2 Eucharist For All People 11:15am Rite 2 Choral Eucharist Childcare Provided for all Eucharists

The church is hosting its annual Turkey Dinner Saturday, Dec. 5.

Everything is homemade by the congregants. It includes turkey, dressing, gravy, green beans, rolls and pie. It also includes a raffle, bake tables and a bazaar area.

Dinner seats are scheduled for 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Call 561-1942 for information and tickets.

The church is at 7416 Elm St., at Walton Creek Road, Plainville; 271-2196.

Sunday Service 10:30am

The Greater Cincinnati 8290 Batavia-Pike - Route 32

Calvary Presbyterian Church

www.madeirachurch.org 8000 Miami Ave. 791-4470 Contemporary Worship 9:00 am

Church School for Everyone 10:10 am

Traditional Worship 11:15 am Child Care available at all times

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST HERITAGE UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN CHURCH

2710 Newtown Rd. 231-8634 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School classes and nursery care for children and youth

“One Church, Many Paths” www.huuc.net

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST United Church of Christ in Oakley

871-3136 4100 Taylor Ave E-Mail uccoakley@juno.com

www.community-cleveland.com/cc/uccoakley Judy Jackson, Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:00am Adult Bible Study 9:00am, Youth Sunday School 10:00am Childcare provided for Infants and Toddlers “Partners with Jesus in the Community and the World”

A Newcomers Class is 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays through Dec. 3 at the church. This is a group for women who are new to the Cincinnati area, who are interested in Christian fellowship with other newcomers. The class reads and discusses Susan Miller’s book, “After the Boxes Are Unpacked: Moving On After Moving In.” The group is open to all women, whether you’ve been here two weeks or two years; you need not be a church member to attend.

Childcare is available by reservation. Contact Sue at 233-9556 or vicnsueb@fuse.net for more info or to enroll. The book is provided at cost; no charge for the class.

The church is hosting a Healing and Wholeness Service at 6 p.m. the fourth Sunday of each month. It is a special prayer service for those seeking God’s hand in times of physical, emotional and spiritual troubles.

The church is offering a Cancer Support Hotline. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with a cancer diagnosis, call the church’s Cancer Support Hotline (231-4172) to talk to a cancer survivor or caregiver.

The church is at 7515 Forest Road, Anderson Township; 231-4172; www.andersonhillsumc.org.

Armstrong Chapel United Methodist Church

“Divorce Care,” a 13-week program that addresses emotional issues associated with divorce, is being offered through Nov. 30. The sessions are offered free of charge from 7-9 p.m. at the church.

Experts on topics such as anger, resentment and loneliness will conduct the meetings in a support group setting. For more information contact Melanie Stearns at 561-4220.

The chapel is at 5125 Drake Road, Indian Hill; 561-4220.

Ascension Lutheran Church

Ascension’s Sunday worship service is at 10 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum begin at 9 a.m. A nursery is provided during the worship service.

The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288; www.ascensionlutheranchurch.co m.

Athenaeum of Ohio

Registrations are now being accepted for the Winter Quarter (Nov. 30Feb. 20) at the Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary’s Seminary.

Registrations received after Nov. 20 must be accompanied by a late fee of $30. Among the courses open to the public are: New Testament Scriptures, Christology, Catholic Social Teaching, Beginnings of Prophecy, Parish Support for Family Life, Hebrews, History of Israel, Church History: Key Issues

and Eras, American Catholic Experience and Priesthood in the Fathers. Classes are scheduled days and evenings and may be taken for graduate credit or audit.

The Athenaeum has a Senior Citizens Rate (65 and older) of $75 per audit hour for graduate courses, which is half the regular cost of auditing a course. For more information, call the Registrar’s Office at 231-2223, or e-mail msweeney@athenaeum.edu or visit www.athenaeum.edu.

The address is 6616 Beechmont Ave., Mount Washington; 2312223.

Church of God of Prophecy

The church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship is at 11 a.m.

Sundays. Bible Study is at 7 p.m.

Wednesdays.

The church is at 8105 Beech Ave., Deer Park; 793-7422.

Clough United Methodist

The church is hosting the 3rd annual Community Carol Fest at 7 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 6, in the Anderson Township area. Several church choirs and the Little Miami High School Chorus will be joining together to present this Christmas event. Choirs will each sing 2 or 3 special Christmas songs. The major part of the program will be audience participation with everyone present singing familiar Christmas carols. The carol sing-along will be followed by light refreshments. The event is free. Call the church office at 231-4301 or visit www.cloughchurch.org for more information.

The church is at 2010 Wolfangle Road, Anderson Township; 2314301.

Connections Christian Church

The church has contemporary worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

The church is at 7421 East Galbraith Road, Madeira; 791-8348.

Faith Christian Fellowship Church

Rock Church ministry for seventh through 12th grade meets the third Saturday of each month 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Features DJ, dancing, games, prizes and concessions.

The church is at 6800 School St., Newtown; 271-8442.

First Baptist Church of Anderson Hills

The church is hosting Family Movie Matinee at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. They will show “The Santa Clause” to usher in the holiday.

Everyone is invited to this free event. Make this a part of your holiday activities. Call 474-2441 for information.

The church is at 1674 Eight Mile Road, Anderson Township; 4742441.

Forestville Baptist Church

The church welcomes Mike Riddle from Answers in Genesis for the Christian Teachers Workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. The one-day course is designed to prepare Christians to teach and present accurately and with confidence a biblical worldview of origins using the Bible, scientific evidence and critical thinking skills. The workshop is ideal for Christian school teachers, Sunday school teachers, pastors, youth leaders, home school teachers, parents and anyone wanting to learn more about this topic. The event costs $39 and includes lunch and materials. To register, call the church at 474-3884.

The church is at 1311 Nagel Road, Anderson Township; 474-3884.

Kenwood Fellowship Church

The church has a new contemporary worship service from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. The services will feature contemporary worship music in a relaxed atmosphere with biblical teaching that will resonate with the fast-paced lifestyles that many of us find ourselves in today.

The church is at 7205 Kenwood Road; 891-9768.

Loveland Presbyterian Church

All youth groups now meet at 6 p.m. every Sunday night beginning with supper, a short worship service and group sessions.

The church is at 360 Robin Ave., Loveland; 683-2525; www.LPCUSA.org.

Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church

The church will celebrate the Advent season with a “Breakfast in Bethlehem” from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. The cost is $5 and includes materials for crafts. A photographer will be available to take family photos. Reservations are required. Call 791-4470.

The church is at 8000 Miami Ave., Madeira; 791-4470.

Mount Washington Presbyterian Church

Cell biologist, author and lecturer, Ursula Goodenough, will present two talks on religious naturalism

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Saturday, Nov. 21 at the church.

Her presentations will offer a day for participants to further explore concepts about science and religion. Goodenough will present two different lectures. At 10:30 a.m., she will discuss “Are You a Religious Naturalist without Knowing It.” Her afternoon talk, “Darwin and the Sacred”, will begin at 1 p.m. A box lunch will be available during the break between talks.

Advance registration is strongly recommended as seating is limited. Reservations may be made by sending a check for $10 per person to Mount Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45230 or by calling the church at 231-2650.

Indicate if a vegetarian lunch is preferred when registering. Registration deadline is Monday, Nov. 16.

The church is at 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 231-2650.

New Church of Montgomery

The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Divine Providence Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The church is located at 9035 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 4899572.

Parkside Christian Church

The Forest-Aires women’s chorus is presenting a 45-minute Christmas concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1, at the church as a gift to the community. The event is free and includes refreshments.

The church is at 6986 Salem Road, Mount Washington; 231-9482.

St. Paul Community United Methodist Church

St. Paul Church services are 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. for Traditional Worship and 9:30 a.m. for Contemporary Worship with Praise Band. Childcare is provided for all services.

The church is hosting a Unity Service Sunday, Nov. 22, as they continue the series, “Tell Me Why? Answering Life’s Biggest Questions.” The sermon, “Why Is It So Hard To Accept This Formula: Science + Faith= Life?” will be based on the scripture reading Genesis 1:1-5 & 26-31. The Unity Service will begin at 10 a.m. and childcare will be provided. Following the service, a soup luncheon will be served in the fellowship hall. The youth of the church are organizing a food drive for local pantries which will be collected on this Sunday.

The church is at 8221 Miami Road, Madeira; 891-8181; www.stpaulcommunityumc.org.

Sycamore Christian Church

Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bible Study is at 9 a.m. every Sunday.

The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church hosts Adult and Youth Bible Studies at 7 p.m. every Wednesday.

The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.

Zion Lutheran Church

Worship services are held weekly at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., both services offer nursery care and children’s church is available for the 11 a.m. service. A variety of interesting Christian education opportunities are offered for young children, youth, high schoolers and adults at 9:45 a.m., between worship services each week.

The church is at 1175 Birney Lane, Mount Washington; 231-2253.

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Mason/Montgomery Area • 9563 Fields Ertel Road

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St. Dominic Class of 1988 – reunion is being rescheduled for the fall at a date and place to be determined. E-mail Angela (Fischer) Seiter at angelaseiter@hotmail.com for information.

Princeton High School Class of 1970 – will have its 40th reunion on June 25 and 26. A buffet is planned for 7-11 p.m., Friday June 25, at Raffel’s Banquet Hall in Evendale. The class will also meet from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Sharon Woods, on Saturday, June 26, at Cardinal Crest camp site for a cookout. All classmates should contact Jim Young at jyoung4256@yahoo.com or Janice (Renner) Wilkins at Janice.Wilkins@hamiltonmrdd.org.

PUBLIC NOTICE Cornerstone Christian Academy, located at 4255 Ashland Ave. in Norwood, Ohio has requested a nonpublic school charter from the Ohio Department of Education. Any persons having knowledge of racial discriminatory practices in the recruitment of students, admissions, employment, scholarships/loans/fee waivers, educational programs, or athletics/extracurricular activities should contact the Ohio Department of Education, Center for School Options & Finance, Nonpublic Educational Options Programs, 25 South Front Street, Mail Stop 710, Columbus, Ohio 43215.

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Talawanda High School classes of 1964 and 1965 – are having a 45th reunion for 1965 and 46th reunion for 1964, July 23, 24 and 25, in Oxford, Ohio. Specific planning will take place in November, but initial contacts can be made to Alice Anderson Wedding at aj2mydad@yahoo.com, on facebook.com, or at 831-0336. Anyone is welcome to help plan.

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Our Lady of Victory Class of 1974 – is having its 35th reunion at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at St. Simon Church, Fr. Plagge Hall.

Cost is $25 per person or $45 couple. Beer, wine, snacks and food will be available. Classmates that need to be located: Bruce Bruno, Paula Dietrich, Kim Meier, and Mary Ann Owens McCrillis.

RSVP no later than Nov. 1 to any one of the following: Denise Emmett: 702-9077, Karen Wuebbling Sutthoff 738-4138, Kim Lynch Breitenbach 484-4913, Mary Pat McQuaide 922-8021,

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Goshen High School Class of 19799 – is having its 30 year class reunion Saturday, Nov. 21, at Valley Vineyards, 2276 E. US 22 and 3, Morrow, Ohio. Meet and greet is from 6-7 p.m. Dinner and DJ is from 7-11 p.m. No charge for meet and greet. Dinner and DJ is $30 per person. Make checks payable to Goshen High School Class of 1979, P.O. Box 27, Lebanon, Ohio 45036, c/o Debi Wallace. For questions, Contact Kim Cook at 967-1169, Debi Wallace at 673-1973, Diana Mohring at ddetmering@cinci.rr.com, Denise McFadden at denisemc09@yaloo.com, Nina Ross at 545-6289 or rosspologirl@hotmail.com, or Tim Johnson at 824-2353, or jt.johnson.1@hotmail.com.

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November 18, 2009

Searching for walnuts Ms. Mary’s Place students recently went searching for walnut trees with black walnuts, which are natural items used to dye cloth. The day after finding the walnuts, students visited the Cincinnati Nature Center to learn about the history of nature. Ms. Mary’s Place is located at 4010 Grove Ave. in Mariemont. For information, visit web.me.com/msmary.

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Ms. Mary’s Place students take a stroll at the Cincinnati Nature Center as they learn about the effects of black walnuts. Student Abby Mehl (front) picks up a leaf as, from left, Tin Le, Leo Girling and teacher Mary Marchal look on.

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Ms. Mary’s Place students recently collected black walnuts to learn about the natural effects of walnuts, such as a way to dye clothing.

Here, students, from left, Leo Girling, Tin Le and Abby Mehl stand under the walnut tree where they collected the walnuts.

From left, students Abby Mehl, Nathan Jones, Leo Girling and Tin Le break the hulls (outer part) of the walnuts, wearing rubber gloves to avoid staining.

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Ms. Mary’s Place students recently learned about how black walnuts can be used to dye clothing. Here, student Abby Mehl finds her first walnut.

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Student Nathan Jones pours water into a pot of walnut hulls, which are the raw materials for the dye.

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Here, from left, teacher Mary Marchal shows students Leo Girling and Abby Mehl a walnut tree at the Cincinnati Nature Center.

Mary Marchal, center, of Ms. Mary’s Place, sits with students in an Indian tent at the Cincinnati Nature Center to talk about how black walnuts are natural items used to dye clothing.

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CINCINNATI DISTRICT 2 Arrests/citations

Steve Ritenour, born 1975, drug possession, 4457 Eastern Ave., Nov. 4.

Jacob W Haslerig, born 1954, possession drug paraphenalia, obstruction official business, 2724 Erie Ave., Nov. 5.

James Taylor, born 1954, drug abuse, possession drug paraphenalia, 3630 Evanston Ave., Nov. 3.

Kenshay Grimes, born 1991, carrying concealed weapon knife, 2488 Madison Road, Nov. 6.

Michael E Axtell, born 1963, unlawful use vehicle joyriding, 3295 Erie Ave., Nov. 2.

Carla Holman, born 1982, domestic violence, Nov. 4.

Adam M Argenbright, born 1981, disorderly conduct, 4400 Plainville Road, Nov. 1.

Donald Canady, born 1990, simple assault, 5619 Prentice St., Nov. 2.

Lucas Lanier, born 1977, obstruction official business, 4150 Erie Ave.,

The Betts House decorates for the holidays The Betts House will be decorated for the holiday season and feature holiday tours from Nov. 28 through Jan. 6.

Five generations of the Betts family lived in the Betts House from 1804 until 1879. Holiday tours will explore how each generation may have celebrated Christmas. Starting with the origins of the American Christmas, tours will examine how holiday celebrations changed from the Federal period through the Victorian era.

In addition to its regular hours, the Betts House will be open from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28; Sunday, Nov. 29; Saturday, Dec. 5; Saturday, Dec. 19; and Sunday, Dec. 20.

Visitors will be able to tour the house, take a holiday tour, enjoy seasonal refreshments, and participate in a hands-on, familyfriendly craft activity.

Built in 1804, the Betts House, Ohio’s oldest brick house, is located in the Betts-Longworth Historic District in downtown Cincinnati.

The Betts House is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and two Saturdays each month; other days and times are available by appointment.

The museum is closed on federal holidays.

Group tours are available by appointment. Admission is $2 per person.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Health care

American Diabetes Association – Seeks volunteers in its area office located downtown for clerical support, filling requests for educational materials from phone requests, data entry, special events support and coordinating the Health Fair.

Call 759-9330.

American Heart Association – Volunteers needed to assist with the American Heart Association’s cause campaigns, Power to End Stroke, Go Red For Women, Start!, and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Assignments include clerical work, event specific duties and community outreach.

Contact the American Heart Association at 281-4048 or e-mail ray.meyer@heart.org.

Bethesda North Hospital – Seeks volunteer musicians for music therapy, featuring soothing music. Call 871-0783 or e-mail bnxmusic@fuse.net. Also openings for volunteers in various areas. Call 745-1164.

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Bryan Whitehead, born 1989, criminal damage or endanger, criminal trespass, 3980 Erie Ave., Nov. 5.

Gregory Hamilton, born 1960, theft under $300, 4825 Marburg Ave., Nov. 6.

Tina M Brumett, born 1963, theft under $300, 4825 Marburg Ave., Nov. 3.

Ahmad Famble, born 1985, possession drug paraphenalia, possession of drugs, 3190 Woodford Road, Nov. 6.

Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering 3601 Columbia Parkway, Nov. 2.

Burglary

3827 Paxton Ave., Nov. 2.

4608 Simpson Ave., Nov. 3.

5114 Ebersole Ave., Nov. 3.

Grand theft

2962 Douglas Terrace, Nov. 2.

4163 Allendale Drive, Nov. 2.

5020 Oaklawn Drive, Nov. 3.

5100 Madison Road, Nov. 2.

Petit theft

1200 Halpin Ave., Nov. 3.

2655 Madison Road, Nov. 1.

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3445 Principio Ave., Nov. 1.

3822 Paxton Ave., Nov. 2.

4825 Marburg Ave., Nov. 1.

6729 Windward St., Nov. 2.

Incidents/investigations Assault

2754 Linshaw Court, Nov. 2.

5815 Bramble Ave., Nov. 2.

6330 Montgomery Road, Nov. 1.

Residence entered and game systems, laptop valued at $850 removed at 5651 Viewpointe Ave., Oct. 23.

Reported at 3340 Highland Ave., Oct. 25.

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COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Brittany Powell, 25, 3170 Mapleleaf Ave., theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 25.

Kenya Williams, 18, 1006 Burton Ave., theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 16.

Juvenile Female, 16, theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 16.

Juvenile Male, 14, theft at Lester Road and Auten Avenue, Oct. 25.

Juvenile Male, 13, theft at Lester Road and Auten Avenue, Oct. 25.

Harlan Logan, 29, 6404 Montag Road, theft, criminal trespassing at 5249 Ridge Road, Oct. 27.

Juvenile Male, 15, assault at 5643 Viewpoint Drive, Oct. 21.

Passing bad checks

Reported at 5445 Ridge Road, Oct. 23.

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License plate removed at 5621 View Pointe Drive, Oct. 16.

Vandalism

Reported at 6855 Buckingham Place, Oct. 23.

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Arrests/citations

Shaherah Birch, 29, 3966 Standish Ave., wrongful entrustment, Oct. 21.

Jamie Davidson, 37, 4325 Conant St., drug abuse, Oct. 23.

Melissa York, 30, 1726 Chocktan Trail, driving under suspension, Oct. 24.

Juvenile, 17, violation of court order, Oct. 28.

Arrests/citations

John P. Greene, 25, 7109 Maple, drug abuse, Oct. 24.

William C. Lang, 22, 4605 Vendome Place, open container, Oct. 26.

Kevin Conner, 32, 7967 Woodruff, drug possession, Oct. 28.

Clifton Eckert, 24, 776 Forsyth, drug possession, Oct. 28.

Brittany Woodruff, 21, 895 Ohio Pike, drug paraphernalia, Oct. 28.

Incidents/investigations Theft

Cameras and equipment taken from vehicle; $4,000 at 6927 Thorndike, Oct. 22.

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Incidents/investigations Criminal damage

Vehicle keyed at 100 block of Fieldstone Drive, Oct. 26.

About police reports

The Community Press published names of adults charged with offenses. The information is a public record and does not imply guilt or innocence.

To contact police: • Cincinnati: Capt. Douglas Wiesman, District 2 commander, 979-4440.

• Columbia Township: Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. Peter Enderle, 6833444.

• Fairfax: Rick Patterson, chief, 271-7250.

• Mariemont: Rick Hines, chief, 271-4089.

• Terrace Park: Jerry Hayhow, chief, 831-2137 or 825-2280.

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5611 Ebersole Ave.: Colemon Jerel & Mark T. Dicks to Williams Kendrea; $53,500.

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3046 Ononta Ave.: Hillard James R. to Rosenkrantz Jens G. Jr. Tr; $439,000.

3450 Golden Ave.: Coffaro Joseph A. to Griffin Tim Tr; $288,600.

3512 Handman Ave.: Hill Brennan to Nakajima Wesley M.; $172,500.

3516 Handman Ave.: Richey Ryan K. & Micah A. to Cunnins Andrea; $171,250.

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2343 Park Ave.: M. Palazzolo Realty LLC to Tate Brian T.; $187,000.

2356 Park Ave.: Verona Historic Residences LLC to Smart Hugh F. & Becky S.; $196,460.

2401 Ingleside Ave.: Zipperstein Jon to Zipperstein Matthew; $60,000.

2450 Grandview Ave.: Hart Steven P. to Simmons Mark R. & Jean R.; $86,000.

About real estate transfers

Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate.

Cornwall; $821,000.

3675 Willowlea Court: Robbe Nicholas P. to Brown Stephanie; $138,000.

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4311 Normandy Ave.: Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Tr to Large Creek LLC; $22,522.

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Trust Co. Na The to Mdj LLC; $1,000.

6006 Prentice St.: Mdj LLC to Terpstra Adam; $9,000.

6507 Windward Ave.: Taylor Virginia M. to Stone Jordan M. & Elizabeth A.; $135,000.

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3722 Center Ave.: Denneman Nellie to Crazy Otto Holdings LLC; $345,000.

6951 Crystal Springs Road: Poplis Jeffrey J. & Dorothy J. Christensen to Copetas Theodore C. & Judith B.; $515,000.

Marybeth C. to Vuturo Chris M. & Kathleen J.; $349,000.

1235 Grace Ave.: Zachrich Luke N. to Elliott Jay & Deborah; $366,000.

4805 Beverly Hill Drive: Hsbc Bank Usa Na Tr to Veith Brian H.; $151,000.

509 Missouri Ave.: Tan Philip to Ficks John S. & Meredith C.; $327,000.

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2730 Minot Ave.: Ries Barbara J. to Mike Brown Pm LLC; $120,000.

2894 Markbreit Ave.: Rennovest-

ments LLC to Anness Charles W. & Courtney M.; $256,000.

3534 Rawson Place: Schad Vanessa A. to Davis John L. & Lynda S.; $151,000.

3782 Drakewood Drive: Mccue Ann E. to Tellio Karalyn R.; $227,000.

3838 Mount Vernon Ave.: Durstock Jerry T. to West Phil; $72,000.

4121 Ballard Ave.: Lasalle Bank National Association Tr to Agricola Joshua Thomas; $97,400.

4162 Sherel Lane: Brown Robert Tr to Vipperman Joshua T.; $175,000.

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1067 Richwood Ave.: Black Diamond Construction Co. to Mastruserio Karen L. Tr; $775,000.

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Debbie Heitzman, general manager for Appearance Plus Cleaners, stands by the collection bin for “Deployed for the Holidays.” The business partnered with the Yellow Ribbon Support Center to collect donations to send to troops stationed overseas.

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Paul Puckett, left, and Michael Moore work the pressing station at Appearance Plus Cleaners. The business is celebrating its 25th anniversary and will offer tours during an open house on Saturday, Nov. 21.

Local business to collect items for soldiers

By Lisa Wakeland lwakeland@communitypress.com

It’s a small gesture that will mean a great deal.

The staff at Appearance Plus Cleaners was looking for a way to give back to the community and decided to conduct a donation drive – Deployed for the Holidays – to help the troops.

“It’s really important to us,” said General Manager Debbie Heitzman.

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the Yellow Ribbon Support Center to send care packages to a group of local soldiers stationed in Afghanistan, Heitzman said.

Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Joe Byrnes, an Iraq war veteran and employee at Appearance Plus Cleaners, said he met with Keith Maupin, co-founder of the Yellow Ribbon Support Center, to learn about the changing needs for the troops.

Byrnes added that he also used his experience in combat to guide the donation list.

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“The biggest thing, while I was over there, was to receive DVDs, especially around the holidays,” he said.

Outside of basic needs, Byrnes said anything with a hometown touch – Cincinnati Bengals or Reds merchandise, Skyline Chili or LaRosa’s sauce – can help lift spirits.

Heitzman said donations for Deployed for the Holidays will be collected through the end of November.

It’s this type of community out-

reach and a philosophy to exceed customer expectations on each visit that Heitzman attributes to helping Appearance Plus Cleaners stay in business for 25 years.

“We really try to give back to the community,” she said.

The company has worked on similar projects for other organizations such as Dress for Success, Kenzie’s Closet and the Assistance League of Greater Cincinnati.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary and show customer appreciation, Heitzman said there will be

an open house on Saturday, Nov. 21.

Customers can learn more about the operations, tour the plant, receive discounts on incoming orders and register to win a free house cleaning.

Appearance Plus Cleaners has locations on Clough Pike in Anderson Township, Erie Avenue in Hyde Park and W. 3rd Street in downtown Cincinnati.

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