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Hilltop Press
May 19, 2010
THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, M A Y 2 0
ART EXHIBITS
The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 7000 Hamilton Ave., Willoughby Art Gallery, Procter Center. Rich and colorful artwork illustrating zest for life by 21 local artists with visual impairments. 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Royal Rounds, 2-4 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 21 Cromwell Road, Phase III-V round dance club for experienced dancers. Ballroom figures: waltz, two-step, cha cha, rumba, tango and bolero. $6. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 16. 929-2427. Greenhills. Hamilton County Park District Board of Park Commissioners Meeting, 1 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 5217275. Springfield Township.
DANCE CLASSES
Line Dance Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road, Dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4.321-6776. Springfield Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Restore the Core, 6:30-7:30 p.m., New Hope Community Church, 3707 Edgewood Drive, Get ready for summer and bathing suit season. First class is free. $10. 205-9772; www.strollerfit.com. Green Township.
FARMERS MARKET
College Hill May Market, 3-6:30 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church, 5742 Hamilton Ave., Includes garden bedding plants and other plants, raised garden beds and equipment, baked goods, produce from Madison’s Produce and CSA pick-ups. Presented by College Hill Gardeners. 541-5676; www.collegehillfarmmarket.org. College Hill.
RECREATION
Bike Night, 6-10 p.m., Quaker Steak & Lube, 3737 Stonecreek Blvd., Portion of parking lot reserved for motorcycles only. Includes music, beer, vendors and food. Benefits weekly local charity. Free. 923-9464. Colerain Township. F R I D A Y, M A Y 2 1
ART EXHIBITS
The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Cincy A2, 8-10:30 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave., Advanced level square dance club for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 17. 929-2427. Mount Healthy. Ramblin Roses, 8-10:30 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 21 Cromwell Road, Mainstream and Plus-level square dance club. Recent square dance graduates and experienced dancers welcome. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Greenhills.
FOOD & DRINK
Wine Tasting, 5-8 p.m., Piazza Discepoli Wine Merchants & Wine Bar - White Oak, 5872 Cheviot Road, Includes light hors d’oeuvres. $10. 923-1300; www.piazzadiscepoli.com. White Oak.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kroger Finneytown, 8421 Winton Road, Fifteen-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Finneytown.
LECTURES
New Introductory Course on Buddhism, 7-8 p.m., Gaden Samdrupling Buddhist Monastery and Cultural Center, 3046 Pavlova Drive, Resident teachers discuss fundamental principals of Buddhism and meditation for beginners and highlight importance of spirituality in life and way to integrate teachings in daily life. Each session on different subject. Includes Q&A at end of session. Free. 385-7116; www.dgtlmonastery.org. Colerain Township.
MUSIC - RELIGIOUS
Welcome To Nowheresville CD Release, 7:30 p.m., The Underground, 1140 Smiley Ave., With Kelsey Scaggs and Canoes. Doors open 6:30 p.m. $8. 825-8200; www.theug.com. Forest Park.
NATURE
Fantastic Farm Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Parky’s Farm, 10037 Daly Road, Hands-on educational activities and live demonstrations. Includes goat milking, sheep shearing, vegetable planting and more. Pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Free, vehicle permit required. Large groups call 521-3276, ext. 100, in advance. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-3276. Springfield Township. S A T U R D A Y, M A Y 2 2
CIVIC
Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road, Includes leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and tree and shrub prunings. Hamilton County residents only. Commercial businesses and landscapers not eligible to participate in this program. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Green Township. Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Rumpke Sanitary Landfill, 3800 Struble Road, Includes leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and tree and shrub prunings. Hamilton County residents only. Commercial businesses and landscapers not eligible to participate in this program. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Colerain Township.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Skirts and Shirts Square Dance Club, 7:30-10 p.m., John Wesley United Methodist Church, 1927 W. Kemper Road, One of Cincinnati’s oldest square dance clubs. Formerly Hayloft Club. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.sonkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
EDUCATION
ACT Brief Prep for Busy Teens, 12:30-3 p.m., Academic Insights, 5730 Squirrel’s Nest Lane, Prepare to take ACT test. Learn format and strategies. Class limited to 12 students. Ages 11-12. $75. Registration required. 385-5196; www.academicinsights.com. Dunlap. SAT Brief Prep for Busy Teens, 9-11:30 a.m., Academic Insights, 5730 Squirrel’s Nest Lane, Prepare for SAT test. Learn format and strategies for success. Class limited to 12 students. Ages 11-12. $75. Registration required. 385-5196; www.academicinsights.com. Dunlap.
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FOOD & DRINK
Private Barrel Tasting and Wine Sampling, 2:30-4 p.m., Burnet Ridge Winery, 6721 Richard Ave., Sample five new releases with Winemaker Chip Emmerich. Gourmet cheese and bread included. $20. Reservations required. Presented by O’Bryan’s Wines and Fine Liquors. 683-2082; e-mail obryanwine@fuse.net; http://www.facebook.com/pages/LovelandOH/OBryans-Wine-and-FineLiquors/187446888570. North College Hill.
MUSIC - RELIGIOUS
The Clutter, 7:30 p.m., The Underground, 1140 Smiley Ave., With Etta Avenue, Katie Low and One38. Doors at 6:30 p.m. $8. 825-8200; www.theug.com. Forest Park. S U N D A Y, M A Y 2 3
CIVIC
Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, Free. 9467755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Green Township. Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Rumpke Sanitary Landfill, Free. 946-7755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Colerain Township.
KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC
Karaoke Idol Contest, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post Hugh Watson Post 530 Greenhills, 11100 Winton Road, Doors open 6 p.m. Ages 21 and up to enter contest. Kitchen and bar open. Family friendly. Free. Presented by Hugh Watson Event Center. 728-5335. Greenhills.
MUSIC - BLUES
Cincy Blues Challenge, Noon-9 p.m., Germania Society of Cincinnati, 3529 W. Kemper Road, Blues acts perform. Electric Souls, Blue Birds, Voodoo Puppet, Chuck Brisbin & the Tuna Project, II Juicy, Johnny Fink, the Core, Tequila Falls and others. Doors open 11 a.m. Top bands win slots at Cincy Blues Fest and will compete in Memphis’ International Blues Challenge next winter. Bring seating. Concessions available. Rain or shine. $15, $10 members, free ages 16 and under. Presented by Cincy Blues Society. 739-2583; www.cincyblues.org. Colerain Township. M O N D A Y, M A Y 2 4
ART EXHIBITS
The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Unicorners Singles Square Dance Club, 810 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave., Experienced western style square dancers and round dancers. Singles and couples welcome. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 27. 9292427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Mount Healthy.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Restore the Core, 6:30-7:30 p.m., New Hope Community Church, $10. 205-9772; www.strollerfit.com. Green Township.
PROVIDED.
Local band II Juicy is just one of the bands that will perform in the Cincy Blues Challenge, noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, May 23, at the Germania Society of Cincinnati, 3529 W. Kemper Road. Top bands win slots at Cincy Blues Fest and will compete in Memphis’ International Blues Challenge next winter. Other acts include Electric Souls, Blue Birds, Voodoo Puppet, Chuck Brisbin & the Tuna Project, Johnny Fink, the Core and Tequila Falls. Tickets are $15, $10 for Germania Society members. For more information, call 739-2583 or visit www.cincyblues.org.
RECREATION
Partner Golf League, 2:30-5:45 p.m., Beech Creek Golf Course, 1831 Hudepohl Lane, Team of two play nine holes of golf each week and compete against other partners. $19. Registration required. 522-8700. Mount Healthy. T U E S D A Y, M A Y 2 5
ART EXHIBITS
The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Continentals Round Dance Club, 7-9:30 p.m., Hilltop United Methodist Church, 1930 W. Galbraith Road, Phase III-V level round dance club. $6. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 28. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. North College Hill.
DANCE CLASSES
Beginner Square Dance Class, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road, No prior dance experience necessary. Wear casual dress and smooth soled shoes. Free. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Restore the Core, 6:30-7:30 p.m., New Hope Community Church, $10. 205-9772; www.strollerfit.com. Green Township.
MUSIC - BENEFITS
Matt Maher, 7:30-9 p.m., The Underground, 1140 Smiley Ave., Dessert and coffee bar 7 p.m. Benefits The Underground. $50. Registration and donations available online. 8258200; bit.ly/dxJVa1. Forest Park.
RECREATION
Outdoor Archery, 6 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Basics of shooting a compound bow plus target practice. Archers must be able to pull a minimum of 10 pounds draw weight. With certified archery instructor. Adult must accompany ages 8-17. Registration required online by May 23. $15. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.
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ART EXHIBITS
ART EXHIBITS The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
LECTURES
The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.
Royal Rounds, 2-4 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, $6. 929-2427. Greenhills.
DANCE CLASSES
Line Dance Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, $4. 321-6776. Springfield Township.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Restore the Core, 6:30-7:30 p.m., New Hope Community Church, $10. 205-9772; www.strollerfit.com. Green Township.
FARMERS MARKET
Farm Market of College Hill, 3-6:30 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church, 5742 Hamilton Ave., Parking Lot. Opening Day activities including representatives from Central Ohio Valley Local Foods Initiative and music by jazz pianist and College Hill resident Steve Schmidt. Local produce and home-produced food. 542-0007; www.collegehillfarmmarket.org. College Hill.
RECREATION
Bike Night, 6-10 p.m., Quaker Steak & Lube, Free. 923-9464. Colerain Township.
New Introductory Course on Buddhism, 7-8 p.m., Gaden Samdrupling Buddhist Monastery and Cultural Center, Free. 3857116; www.dgtlmonastery.org. Colerain Township.
NATURE
Fabulous Frogs and Toads, Noon-4 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road, Ellenwood Nature Barn. Exhibits plus games and crafts for children for small fee. Free, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Colerain Township. Fantastic Farm Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Parky’s Farm, Free, vehicle permit required. Large groups call 521-3276, ext. 100, in advance. 521-3276. Springfield Township.
RECREATION
Friday Night Float, 8 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Registration required online by May 26. Pointers on kayaking and discuss history of lake. Participants must fit properly in provided personal flotation devices. Children must be accompanied by an adult on the water. Includes refreshments. For Ages 8 and older. $10, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township.
SENIOR CITIZENS
North College Hill Senior Center Membership Council Meeting, 11 a.m., North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave., 521-3462. North College Hill. W E D N E S D A Y, M A Y 2 6
ART EXHIBITS The May Show, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
COURTESY TRAVEL CHANNEL
Famed Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones will be signing “Dhani Tackles The Globe: Season One” Saturday, May 22, at 1 p.m. at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 2692 Madison Road, Norwood. He will only be signing; there will be no talk. He will only be signing copies of the “Dhani Tackles The Globe: Season One” DVD. No memorabilia. No posed photography will be allowed. Line tickets will be issued for this event. You must buy the DVD from Joseph-Beth Booksellers in order to get the line ticket. You must have the line ticket in hand to be admitted to the line. Those without line tickets will not be admitted. For more information, call 513-396-8960 or visit www.josephbeth.com.
Round Dancing with D and C, 7-9 p.m., Messiah Lutheran Church, 10416 Bossi Lane, Round Dancing with Cuers: Dick & Cinda Reinhart. Ballroom figures: waltz, twostep, cha cha, rumba, tango and bolero. $6. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 8. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
MUSIC - ACOUSTIC
Bob Cushing, 8 p.m., Releaf Sports Bar, 5963 Cheviot Road, 385-5323. White Oak.
PROVIDED
The first national tour of “Legally Blonde The Musical” will run at the Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., downtown Cincinnati, through Sunday, May 23. It is the story of sorority girl Elle Woods, who attends Harvard Law after her boyfriend dumps her. Performances are: 8 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $22.50-$64.50. Visit www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com or call 800-982-2787.