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Dannielle Dickenherr, from left, used bar graphs and charts to show the risk of heart disease, while Cindy Lee and Nancy Reyes compiled a scrapbook of facts about heart disease and prevention.
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Students research causes, prevention
“What did you learn that surprised you,” Buquo asked each student. “Lack of physical activity puts By Kelly McBride you more at risk,” one student said. kmcbride@communitypress.com “Black women are more at risk,” another found. “We need to adopt good habits A Princeton High School assignment to research heart disease has now, to influence our health later,” brought awareness and an opportuni- another said. “Project-based ty to adopt healthy learning is a very efhabits. fective way for stuStudents in Dave WHAT THEY dents to learn and reBuquo’s honors anatoFOUND tain information for a my and physiology Three Princeton lifetime,” Buquo said class researched the students explain their of the assignment. “I causes of heart disresults. Go to don’t teach much ease, as well as precincinnati.com/sharonville about prevention in vention, and used creclass. ative ways to present “They learn it on their findings. From a movie spoof to analytical their own by doing research, and data, several themes emerged: life- seem to have fun at the same time.” The research followed a classstyle and genetics are risk factors, and a healthy lifestyle can minimize that risk. See HEART, Page A2
Students in Dave Buquo’s honors anatomy and physiology class listen to presentations about hearth disease and prevention. KELLY MCBRIDE/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
Hank Squad continues its Relay For Life By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com
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Relay For Life Sharonville has put together a Carnival For A Cure to raise funds for and awareness of a disease that touches everyone’s life. Cancer. The annual relay to benefit the American Cancer Society starts at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27 –and ends 18 hours later – at Princeton High School, 11080 Chester Road. This year, a team that was formed in 2012 will walk in memory of a Princeton parent who died of cancer just a few
UNDERSTANDING Beliefs enlightened from sessions. See Evelyn Perkins column, A3
weeks ago. Hank Roy, of Evendale, was diagnosed with tongue cancer in 2011. He had no risk factors. He didn’t smoke. But he didn’t ignore the small spot on his tongue. He went to his doctor, and discovered he had cancer. “This isn’t a common cancer,” Hank’s wife, Nan, said. “People need to know that sometimes you get cancer without risk factors. “You shouldn’t ignore even small signs.” That’s one of the reasons for the Hank Squad, a team of about a dozen volunteers who will
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walk in Hank’s memory as part of Relay For Life Sharonville. The squad raised more than $6,000 last year, Nan said, and that money helps fund cancer research. “It’s all about research,” Nan said. “Therefore, we will continue with a fund through University Hospital, under the Hank Squad name.” The Hank Roy research fund has been established at the UC Health Foundation, Head and Neck Cancer Fund, Nan said. “The Hank Squad will also be associated with them, but as an See HANK, Page A2 Vol. 29 No. 32 © 2013 The Community Press ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
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New business for Chester Road By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com
A company new to Ohio has chosen a location on Chester Road, and Sharonville City Council is considering economic development incentive agreement. Financial Asset Management Systems Inc. will move in to 10,000 square feet of office apace in the Sharon View Corporate Center, 11499 Chester Road. According to Sharonville officials, the company plans an additional investment of $1.3 million in computer hardware,
building improvements, furniture, fixtures and equipment. “Not only will this project complement the ongoing revitalization efforts taking place along the Chester Road corridor, but it will also provide 115 news jobs to the vity of Sharonville,” Mayor Kevin Hardman said in a statement. “I’ve made it pretty clear that one of the things I think we should be focusing on in the near future is the turnaround of that corridor,” Hardman said during City Council’s March 26 meeting. Sharonville’s Econom-
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ic Development Department offered a 45 percent Job Creation Incentive Grant for five years. In return, Financial Asset Management Systems will create at least115 new jobs and will remain in Sharonville for at least eight years. “We have spent a lot of time and energy finding the right location to expand our operations,” Jerry Hogan, CEO of Financial Asset Management Systems said in a statement. “That search has led us to Sharonville. “We are confident from the early levels of support from the economic development department to the local vendors and contrac-
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outreach and informational group,” she said. “I’m hoping both will help others catch this cancer early.” Those two years were tough on Hank, Nan and their two children, Lindsey and Michael, both Princeton graduates. “But Hank never knew a stranger,” Nan said.
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tors that we have picked the best possible location.” Financial Asset Management Systems provides customized receiv“When you get a cancer that takes away the ability to speak, it was especially vicious. “But he went out anyway,” she said. “That’s the kind of person he was and we want to emulate that with the Hank Squad.” So the team will continue to walk, in Hank’s memory. Relay For Life coordinator Larry Roy said the event is also an opportunity to honor the survivors, as well as the caregivers. “They’re heroes,” Roy said. Relay For Life will include activities for children, including a ring toss, duck pond, Plinko and face painting, as well as cornhole for adults. The walk will feature themed laps every hour, including quarter lap, pajama lap and dance lap. The event will open with a survivor lap, followed by a caregiver lap, and will include a lumi-
which leads to a better understanding of heart disease.” Buquo, who lost both of his parents to heart disease when he was in his 20s, said he hoped his students use the information learned through the projects to lead healthy lives. “Many kids and adults eat poorly and don’t exer-
cise at all,” Buquo said. “I do tell them that heart disease starts in the late teens and into the early 20s. “I hope that after the project is over, they make wiser choices and are at least aware of the risks of developing the number one killer of people in this country.”
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Lonneman works for mutual understanding
On the beautiful grounds of the Community of the Transfiguration in Glendale sits the Spirituality Center that graciously hosts both secular and religious groups of all faiths. The renovation of St. Mary’s building into a guest facility with conference rooms, library, Evelyn kitchens Perkins and dining COLUMNIST room, several chapels and sleeping accommodations enables one to enjoy peaceful retreats, yoga classes and workshops. It was during the Islam and Christianity series that I met the host of the series, William Lonneman, from College Hill. He is a remarkable gentleman of wide ranging accomplishments and interests. A student of history, medicine and religion, Bill is a registered nurse, holds a master of science in nursing degree from Indiana
University, teaches nursing at the College of Mount St. Joseph and earned a master’s degree in theology from Xavier University. He was always interested in cross religion understanding, and concentrated on Hebrew scriptures. Originally from Covington, Ky., Bill has lived in Cincinnati for almost 40 years. Lonneman has been a member of the Franciscan lay community for 30 years. His wife, Julie, is a partner in his work. Two adult daughters grace their 32 year-oldmarriage. He has the ability to organize and a long history of social activism around Cincinnati regarding pollution and environment issues in Spring Grove Village (New Jerusalem) where he formerly lived. A deep concern for human rights spurred his dedication to social justice. He heard a priest from New York speak on Muslim/Christian relations that intrigued him. He knows history plays a large part in understanding why we are where we are today. During the
William Lonneman, presenter of the Islam and Christianity interfaith dialogue, stands before the beautiful windows of the Transfiguration Spirituality Center. EVELYN PERKINS/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS
conflicted time of the early 13th century, St. Francis of Assisi accompanied the Fifth Crusade to Egypt to speak with Muslims about Christianity. He was arrested and beaten after the defeat of the Crusaders and then taken to the Sultan, Malek-al-Kamil. Their
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er find common ground with the Muslims in their experiences with God. Today, the Franciscans have a strong Mid-Eastern presence because of this change in approach. Lonneman works to continue on the path to mutual understanding. He remarked, “Once you
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attempts to convert each other failed. After many days discussing prayer and the mystical life, there was a mutual epiphany when they discovered both religions loved God. That showed St. Francis that the Franciscans should not be confrontational, but rath-
get to know someone personally, it is a whole other experience. You get a chance for a faceto-face encounter. People often form vague opinions about another religion, but don’t know all the facts. These session dialogues are a great opportunity to get to know someone of another faith.” During the series we not only met Muslims and heard speakers, but also broke off into small groups to gain enlightenment about each other’s beliefs. Serendipity, or was it providence that brought him to the Spirituality Center? Kimberley A. Fonner from the center attended a Franciscan Muslim/Christianity dialogue in Hartwell and felt it would be a good thing to invite Bill to make a presentation. Those of us in attendance are happy she did.
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Princeton students to perform ‘Hairspray’ By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com
When students in Michael Fielder’s theater class were challenged last spring to promote a show that they would sell, in theory, to producers, they chose a Broadway musicals theme. The show that got the most buzz from the audience was “Hairspray” and the play will hit the stage on April11,12 and 13. “The show is fun, and it is a great fit for Princeton High School,” music teacher Becky Brown said. “Our students have the talent and drive to stage this fun musical. “Audience members will be blown away by what they see and hear in this show,” she said. “The acting, singing and dancing is energetic and fun. “The orchestra pit is overflowing with talent,” Brown said. “The backstage crew has created great visuals to support the story of ‘Hairspray.’’” The rock ‘n’ roll score is set in 1960s Baltimore, where Tracy Turnblad is determined to get the guy and dance on the “Corny Coleman Show.” Performances begin at 7 p.m., and adult tickets are $10. Tickets for students and seniors are $7 each. They can be purchased online, at www.matthewsauditorium.com. For more about your community, visit www.Cincinnati.com/local.
Middle school prevails at Olympiad By Kelly McBride
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A science program that bloomed into a summer day camp, branched out into science night and grew into an olympiad, has brought victory to Wyoming Middle School. The middle school, under the guidance of coaches Dennis Brown and Andrew Felczan, along with many volunteers, captured the top award at the regional Science Olympiad. Second place went to Wyoming High School’s team. Preparation began in September, with the team growing in each of the five years Wyoming has participated. The program’s 23 events include physical and natural sciences, in which pairs compete within a team of about 15. The competition included tournaments at Wright State University, Magsig Middle School, Solon Middle School and New Albany Middle School. “I love to observe the enthusiasm and knowledge of the team as they find, and prepare for, their events,” Brown said. “The veterans have a broad knowledge base from their years of experience with the team. “They are paired with the rookies, who possess great enthusiasm,” he said. “I attribute this win to the hard-working smart kids, a mature organized team captain (Audrey Eyman) who cares about the kids and the program, and the adults, who help channel that enthusiasm into productive results. The olympiad was a priority for Felczan, a science teacher who started grooming the kids over the summer, during a day camp for elementary and middle school students. “The kids catch his enthusi-
WYOMING MIDDLE SCHOOL WINNERS Anatomy: First place – Audrey Eyman, Rain Chou Boomilever: Third place – Logan Weber, Sue Auerbach Crime Busters: Fourth place – Avery Moody, Sydney Renick Disease Detectives: Second place – Myles Rajahandari, Adam Behrman Dynamic Planet: First place – Alexander Nocks, Sydney Renick Experimental Design: First place – Alexander Nocks, Shelby Anderson, Max Wood Food Science: Second place – Avery Moody, Audrey Eyman Forestry: Seventh place – Max Wood, Sydney Renick Heredity: Fifth place – Audrey Eyman, Rain Chou Helicopters: Fifth place – Sydney Renick, David Maxam Keep the Heat: First place – Sue Auerbach, Adam Behrman Meteorology: Ninth place – Audrey Eyman, Adam Behrman Metric Mastery: Eighth place – Myles Rajbhandari, Max Wood Mission Possible: Seventh place – Vincent Chow, Tori Brown Mousetrap Vehicle: Seventh place – Adam Behrman, Tori Brown Reach for the Stars: Second place – Sue Auerbach, David Maxam Road Scholar: First place – Grant
asm and love the science camp,” Brown said. “Science Olympiad gives kids the chance to take a topic they love, and learn everything they can about it,” Felczan said. “Then, it offers the team concept. “If a group of kids wants to advance to the next level, they have to do it as a team. “Finally, there is the value of outside evaluation,” Felczan said of the more than 200 teams in Ohio.
Wood, Vincent Chow Rocks and Minerals: Second place – Adam Behrman, Sue Auerbach Rotor Egg Drop: Second place – Shelby Anderson, Logan Weber Shock Value: Second place – David Maxam, Vincent Chow Sounds of Music: Third place – Myles Rajbhandari, Tori Brown Water Quality: 1st Place. Grant Wood, Rain Chou Write It Do It: Seventh place – Grant Wood, Tori Brown
WYOMING HIGH SCHOOL WINNERS Anatomy & Physiology: Seventh place – Nat Polley, David Moody Boomilever: Ninth place – Laura Warner, Josh Rosenthal Chemistry Lab: Third place – Ashley Berg, Evan Rajbhandari Circuit Lab: First place – Trey Maxam, Stephen Quigley Designer Genes: Third place – Ashley Berg, Katie Scholles Disease Detectives: Second place – Alex Mehringer, Schrinath Suresh Disease Detectives: Tenth place – Katie Scholles, Alex Felczan Experimental Design: Seventh place – Sarah Sawin, Schrinath Suresh Experimental Design: Tenth place – Ashley Berg, David Moody, Evan Rajbhandri
“It took every single member of this team to make the championship possible,” he said. “They all worked together, each doing their jobs, taking care of details, accepting help, helping each other, learning to get along.” “Science Olympiad capitalizes on children’s natural curiosity,” Brown said. “It focuses their attention toward an achievable goal. “When the kids are successful in achieving the goal, it magnifies their enthusiasm for
Fermi Questions: 1st Place,Nat Polley, Sam White Fermi Questions: First place – Nat Polley, Sam White Fermi Questions: Tenth place – Adam Eyman, Mason Boling Forensics: Second place – Ashley Berg, Katie Scholles Forestry: Sixth place – Olivia Richardson, Matthew Viens Gravity Vehicle: Sixth place – David Moody, Evan Rajbhandari Maglev: First place – Alex Felczan, Trey Maxam Materials Science: Sixth place – Trey Maxam, Galen Robison Remote Sensing: Fourth place – Galen Robison, Matthew Viens Remote Sensing: Tenth place – Alex Mehringer, Schrinath Suresh Robot Arm: Sixth place – Stephen Quigley Rocks and Minerals: Seventh place – Nora Brack, Laura Warner Technical Problem Solving: Seventh place – Trey Maxam, Matthew Viens Thermodynamics: Second place – Olivia Richardson, Sam White Water Quality: Ninth place – Laura Warner, Matthew Viens Write It Do It: First place – Olivia Richardson, Sam White Write It Do It: Fourth place – Emma Klug, John Brown.
learning, and encourages them to discover more.” “Each person contributes his best, regardless of age, and allows the kids a sense of accomplishment, mastery of a subject and an avenue for continued positive discovery,” Brown said. “In just the same way a sports team can come together and become a force,” volunteer Joann Felczan said, “these kids brought determination and dedication to the game.”
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Editor: Dick Maloney, rmaloney@communitypress.com, 248-7134
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MND watershed ideas go with flow
Mount Notre Dame High School engineering students entered proposals for the Caring for Our Watershed competition. Their challenge was to answer the question: What can you do to improve your watershed? MND had six teams in the top 10 and was the only Catholic/private school represented in the top 10. Three MND teams placed in the top five. The competition was at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden March 2. All 10 teams will receive
some sort of cash prize between $300 and $1,000 based on a combination of their written and verbal scores. The school receives a matching prize. MND’s six teams and results: » Malorie Mullinger of Sycamore Township, Stephanie Hanson of Mason and Colleen Eck of Liberty Township – “Rain Garden Runoff Prevention Program” – ninth. » Michelle Strizak of Sharonville, Courtney Kinman of Sharonville and Lindsay Darkins of Loveland – “Utilizing Rain Barrels for Landscaping” –fifth.
» Elisabeth Schnicke of Loveland and Kelsey Green of Blue Ash – “Washing at the Carwash”– tied for third. » Rian Boland of Sharonville and Bailey Venner of Madeira – “Grease Runoff Prevention within Restaurants”– tied for third » Elizabeth Guye of Sharonville, Maria Rojas of Liberty Township and Clare Lees of Cincinnati – “Keep Your Pills from Polluting” – sixth » Maddie Peters of Madeira and Caitlin Williams of Hamilton –”One Rain Garden at a Time” – 10th.
Mount Notre Dame students who particpated in the Caring for Our Watershed competition are, from left: front, Clare Lees, Elisabeth Schnicke, Maria Rojas, Michelle Strizak, Lindsay Darkins, Maddie Peters, Caitlin Williams and Elizabeth Guye; back row, Kelsey Green, Rian Boland, Bailey Venner, Stephanie Hanson, Malorie Mullinger and Colleen Eck. THANKS TO JIM KAPP
SCHOOL NOTEBOOK Scarlet Oaks students win medals at skills competition
Eleven Scarlet Oaks students will have the chance to compete against other top students in Ohio after winning medals in regional SkillsUSA competition. The event at Greene County Career Center March 9 gave students in career-technical high school programs from southwest Ohio the chance to test their skills and be judged by professionals in their field. The events being held were as varied as the career-technical programs that the students are in. Health Technology students and practical nursing
students showed their knowledge of medical terminology and patient care. Pre-engineering students performed precision machining, while cosmetology students painted elaborate fingernail designs and styled hair. In one room, teams of law enforcement students gathered evidence from parked cars. Local winning Scarlet Oaks students are: Crime scene investigation team – Bronze: Katlynn Stacy, law enforcement, Princeton Job Skill Demo A – Bronze: Kayla McKinney, secondary practical nursing, Princeton Nail Care – Bronze: Savannah San, cosmetology, Princeton
COLLEGE CORNER Dean’s list
Bonita Grace of Wyoming, a senior art major, is on the Wilmington College fall dean’s list.
PROMPT RESPONSE
Bethany School's Power of the Pen writing team competed at the local level. The competition involves writing to three prompts over a three-hour period. Seventh-grader Sydney Jefferson was awarded fourth place overall for seventh-grade writers. THANKS TO SCOTT BRUCE
Students at St. Nicholas Academy listen intently as author and illustrator Steve Harpster presents his story of growing up and his influences as an artist. Harpster uses a tablet to show students the process of creating an original character. THANKS TO ANN FALCI
Illustrative behavior
Students from St. Nicholas Academy enjoyed a presentation by Steve Harpster, a local illustrator and author, who has illustrated more than 100 books for children. Harpster demonstrated how he draws animals and monsters from letters and numbers. Students intently followed his stepby-step drawings. Harpster discussed careers in art and how to develop drawing skills. Cartoonist Steve Harpster autographs one of his books for St. Nicholas Academy first-grader Chad Mumper.
Nikki Cromer and her St.Nicholas Academy first-graders pose with Steve Harpster of Harptoons. THANKS TO ANN FALCI
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Ursuline receives Sule grant for Judd Scholarship Ursuline Academy has received a grant for a $25,000 scholarship from the Elsa M. Heisel Sule Charitable Trust, in the name of Morgan Judd ‘11, who passed away Dec. 6, 2011. This scholarship will be awarded to students entering their sophomore, junior or senior years at Ursuline. “Elsa’s biggest passions were education and the arts. With Morgan, you get the arts and education – this scholarship is a perfect fit because Elsa always wanted to promote women,” says V. Ruth Klette, Trustee, adding that her daughter Valerie was best friends with Morgan and they studied together at the Studio for Dance in Blue Ash. Sule was a generous woman who was deeply involved in
helping many local organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area. She was best known for her role as program director and script writer for the (late) Ruth Lyons “50-50 Club” Show. She lived a life of passion and involvement, committed to the needs of the local community. Her generous philanthropy and work has benefitted many organizations. Through her charitable trust, Sule’s life-long interests are being served in the areas that were most important to her – education, the arts, music, children’s programs, women’s welfare and animal preservation. Judd, who lived in Hyde Park, had graduated from Ursuline in 2011. She was a freshman at Wake Forest Univer-
sity, where she performed and competed in dance, and studied business. She was an exceptional dancer at Ursuline as well, and performed at numerous events that called for her talent in ballet, tap, clogging and other dances that she had been doing since seventhgrade. At the Studio for Dance in Blue Ash, Judd and her dance team competed and performed throughout Ohio, including dancing with the Cincinnati Pops, other venues, and in Windsor, Canada. In addition to dance, Judd was a fine student who was an AP Scholar with Distinction and she earned several college scholarships. She was well liked by her teachers and peers who considered her a kind and genuine
friend, someone who had a contagious smile and kindness she generously shared with others. In addition to her studies, dance and other activities she also cared about those in need by participating in community service both at Ursuline and in Winston-Salem, where her college was located. “Morgan was an amazing young woman of great strength and grace. She truly loved her school and the wonderful relationships she had with her friends and teachers. We are very grateful for the opportunities the Sule grant will provide for future Ursuline women to attend this school through the spirit of our sweet angel Morgan,” Ursuline President Sharon Redmond said.
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Editor: Melanie Laughman, mlaughman@communitypress.com, 513-248-7573
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PRINCETON TAKES TO THE TRACK WITH HIGH EXPECTATIONS By Nick Dudukovich and Scott Springer ndudukovich@communitypress.com sspringer@communitypress.com
The early track meets are in the books and local high schools are getting into the meat of their track and field schedules. The following is a rundown of the prep teams in the Tri County Press coverage area:
Princeton
The boys of Princeton High School have high expectations as coach Terrance Stallings and company embark on a new season. Ranked No. 5 in Cincinnati.com’s Division I preseason coaches’ poll, Stallings said the Vikings are a hard-working group, with aspirations of running in the state championships later this spring. “They all want to go back to the state meet and work hard toward achieving their goals,” Stallings said by email. The Vikings got their relay season off to an impressive start with a first-place finish in the 4x400 at the La Salle Legends Meet March 30. Sophomore Marcus Placke, senior Darrell Davis, junior Halen Witcher and senior Arik Smith took first with a mark of 3 minutes, 27.59 seconds. The 4x200 team of sophomore Kevin Rainey, Smith, Placke and Davis finished second. Throughout the year, Witcher (100, 200, 400), Smith (200, 400) and Davis (100, 200) will handle sprint events, while Rainey is slated to run the 110 and 300 hurdles. For fans of mid-distance events, Brandon Mullins will run the 800. “I believe we have a special group of young men who have high character and great work ethic,” Stallings said. “This could be a great season for the Vikings this year.” The Lady Vikes also made some noise at the Legends meet
Jalen Fox runs to victory in the 100 meter dash at the CHL Track Championships at Mariemont last May. THANKS TO ROD APFELBECK
with senior Samia Bell taking first in the 200-meter dash (25.97). Bell also sprinted to a second-place finish in the 400. While Bell brings experience to the track, coach Candice Campbell could see some scoring in sprints from freshman Olivia James, who took seventh in the 100 at La Salle. Field events could also be a strong suite based on the Legends meet. Sophomore Breya Champion placed third in the long jump (16-04.25), while junior Jamila Latham was fourth in the shot put (31-08) and discus (106). The squad was ranked No. 7 in the preseason coaches’ poll.
Wyoming
Cross country coach Travis Glendenning adds track and field duties for Wyoming now and inherits a team that won both the boys and girls championships in the Cincinnati Hills League last season. Wyoming’s boys return the
Wyoming's Kayla Livingston figures to be atop the CHL leaderboard in the hurdles. SCOTT
Wyoming’s Cynthia Reinecke is a versatile athlete for the Cowboys competing in the long jump and a variety of sprints. SCOTT
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Sophomore Ben Stites is coming off a good cross country season and will handle the 800 and 1600 meters. “We are very youthful at many events, but have a lot of long-term potential,” Glendenning said. “Also, I believe we are developing good balance across the events and have numerous potential point scorers.” Wyoming’s girls feature senior Kayla Livingston who made first team CHL in the 100 and 300 hurdles. Senior Cynthia Reinecke is also a leader by way of her versatility. She’s been a sprinter, on relays and also made CHL second team in the pole vault. Senior Shawnese Warren is the Cowboys featured thrower, making second team in the shot put. Warren also runs some sprint relays. Senior Sammy Schwartz handles middle distances from 200 to 800 meters, with sophomore Katie Spray likely running the 800 and 1600 meters. Both were CHL first team on relays with Schwartz making second team in the 800 and Spray honorable mention. “Our girls are a bit more experienced than boys, but we will need new faces to step up, especially in the distance events as we replace state champ Emily Stites,” Glendenning said. “I think we have a chance to be among the top challengers in the CHL.” After the Lockland Invitational April 10, the Cowboys are at the CHL Relays at Madeira on April 16.
Roger Bacon Sophomore Ben Stites (left) and junior Ian Goertzen lead Wyoming’s distance efforts. THANKS TO WWW.WYOROUNDUP.BLOGSPOT
defending Co-Athlete of the Year (along with Mariemont’s Nate Kuck) in junior Jalen Fox. Fox was the league champ in the 100 and 200 and was part of the Cowboys championship 4x100 relay. Juniors Terrell Dailey and
Ken Darlington are also back on the Cowboys CHL first team relays. Dailey also hurdles and jumps while Darlington is coming off a severe quad injury and is hoping to be healthy. Junior Ian Goertzen will lead the distance group in the 3200.
The girls of Roger Bacon return in 2013 after Lauren Krebs used her junior season to earn first-team all-GGCL Central honors in the discus, while also garnering honorable mention in the shot. The Lady Spartans could also be strong in the pole vault, with senior Ali Doll set to return. See TRACK, Page A7
PRESS PREPS HIGHLIGHTS Baseball
By Nick Dudukovich ndudukovich@communitypress.com
» Wyoming had a 15-3 win over Western Hills in six innings at the Reds Futures Showcase on April 2. Junior Henry Moore was the winner on the hill. Junior Michael Kelly was 3-5 with a triple, two steals and four runs batted in.
Sportsman: Game on
Princeton graduate Darnell Gilbert runs the anchor leg of the Men’s 4x400-meter relay for the University of Cincinnati track team, March 30. Though his team finished second of 12, Gilbert won individual firsts in the 200 meter and 400 meter events with personal bests of 22.17 seconds and 47.55 seconds, respectively. The UC junior is majoring in architectural engineering technology. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS
The fifth-annual Community Press and Recorder Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Award nomination period for the 2013 award is now open, running though Wednesday, April 17. Go to cincinnati.com/preps. Click on the Sportsman of the Year icon to get to the nomination forms. The sports staff seeks starting, stand-out athletes of great character and strong academic standing to represent each newspaper as its Sportsman or Sportswoman of the Year. Readers will nominate these junior or senior athletes via cincinnati.com, names that will be verified through the school as meeting the criteria and placed on ballots for the public’s vote. Readers can vote once a day for their favorite athlete. Winners for 2013 will receive two Reds tickets courtesy of the Cincinnati Reds, a certificate and a story to be published in a late June edition. The nominations and voting are done online at cincinnati.com. Neither the articles,
Boys track
Senior catcher Clara Merten can’t quite get to a foul ball off the bat of a Mariemont hitter during Wyoming's 22-0 win on April 1. Gabby Potvin got the win for the Cowboys. THANKS TO ROD APFELBECK
nominations forms nor ballots will count against the meter, so you do not have to be a Cincinnati Enquirer/cincinnati.com subscriber to nominate or vote on your favorite candidate. Email mlaughman@communitypress.com with questions and follow the hashtag #SOY2013 for updates on Twitter.
Softball
» Princeton beat Northwest 18-15 March 30. Junior Brandi Stepp was 4-5 with two doubles, a home run and seven RBIs.
Senior Sydney Daniels was 3-4 with a home run and three RBIs. The Vikings followed up with a 3-1 win against Wyoming, April 2. Nicole Lohmueller was 2-4. Pitcher Alison West improved to 2-0. On April 3, Princeton beat Middletown, 6-5. Stepp was 2-4 with a double and an RBI. » Roger Bacon defeated Winton Woods 13-5 behind Ashton Lindner’s 15 strikeouts. The pitcher helped her own cause with three RBIs. Lyndie Mesina and Brittany Jerger each drove in two runs
» Princeton’s 4x400 relay took first place at the La Salle Legends Meet March 30 at La Salle High School. » Wyoming’s boys were secnd at the Coaches Classic at Lockland Jan 5. Junior Terrell Dailey II won the 300 hurdles at 43.06.
Girls track
» Princeton senior Samia Bell won the 200-meter dash at the La Salle Legends Meet March 30
Volleyball
» On April 3, Princeton beat Edgewood, 21-25, 25-19, 22-25, 27-25, 15-10.
Tennis
» Wyoming beat Loveland 3-2 on April . Winning first singles for the Cowboys was sophomore Myles Bourbon,,
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Sharon Woods GC celebrates 75 years
Sharon Woods Golf Course officially opened on May 27, 1938, with legendary amateur golfer Bobby Jones hitting the first ball. Since then, Sharon Woods Golf Course has been one of Cincinnati’s top destinations for golf. To celebrate 75 years of golf, the course is hosting a week-long celebration, May 27 through June 2, with contests, giveaways, drawings, golf specials and a tournament on June 1. Detailed schedule: Monday, May 27 Golf Special: 2 for 1 cart fee Tuesday, May 28 Ride 18holes before 2:00 pm for $19.38 Wednesday, May 29 Ride 18-holes before 2:00 pm for $19.38 Thursday, May 30 Ride 18holes before 2:00 pm for $19.38 Friday, May 31 Golf Special: 2 for 1 cart fee Saturday, June 1 75th Anniversary Golf Classic (register at greatparks.org) Sunday, June 2 Golf Special: 2 for 1 cart fee
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According to coach Michael Braun, 10 of the squad’s 18 runners are returning this spring. Junior Halley Dawson will handle sprints, while senior Annie Spinneweber will help set the pace in distance events. Sophomore Rebecca DeBurger should also add points to the scoreboard in middle/distance events.
Sycamore Twp. resident shares love of travel
For most people, a high school senior trip is a once-ina-lifetime experience. But for Brother Ron Luksic, director of admissions at Moeller High School, once was not enough! Luksic has chaperoned Moeller seniors to Europe for nearly 30 years, and in 2013 he is coordinating an adult trip in conjunction with the school’s charity auction gala – The Main Event. This private tour designed by Luksic offers an Italian experience with a guide who has visited and travel to Italy for years. “Our trip to Italy with Bro. Ron was one of the best experiences of our life,” said Debi Cass, a Centerville resident who traveled to Italy with Luksic in the late 90s. “His guide knows everything there is to know about Rome, Florence, Assisi and the entire region. We saw Italy like we never expected to see it.” Luksics love of travel started in the summer of 1976 when he worked at a Marianist school in Dublin, Ireland. He got a Eurail pass and backpacked through Europe. Later, he started coordinating trips with alumni as a way to expose them to Europe. “These trips are a great way for students to end their high school careers,” Luksic said. “They spend time with 40 or 50 of their friends; they get a global experience and a lot of knowledge; and they talk about the trip for years.” The adult trip planned for September is now open for registration, and you don’t
Legendary golfer Bobby Jones opens up the Sharon Woods golf course in May 1938. THANKS TO THE HAMILTON COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Registration for the tournament on June 1 is open now at http://bit.ly/14IzFdS. Each golfer who plays throughout the week will receive a commemorative bag tag. Also during the week-long celebration, the Dickcissel Pair print, by renowned wildlife artist John Ruthven, will be on sale for just $75 (a $175 value). The painting features two dickcissel
birds on the 17th hole at the course. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10 annual; $3 daily) is required to enter the parks. For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
“The girls’ team is very young, but driven to be successful,” Braun said by email. “Their hard work in practice and teamwork will pay off this season for them.” For the boys, four GCL firstteamers are listed on this year’s roster as the squad defends its GCL Central championship. Junior Dontez Lindsey was recognized in the 400, while Bailey Rolsen was honored in the 1,600. In the field, junior Stewart Barnes was named first-team in
the discus. Senior Kevin Anneken was first-team in the pole vault. The Spartans will also benefit from junior Tommy Lawlor running distance events.
Submitted by Kimberly Whitton, Hamilton County Park District
Ursuline
The Lions are coached by Megan McAuley and compete in the Scarlet Division of the Girls’ Greater Cincinnati League. Ursuline faces its first big test of the year at the Coaches’ Classic April 10.
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On Earth Day, do the 3 Rs, compost In 1970, the first Earth Day was celebrated in the United States as a bipartisan congressional effort, bringing environmental concerns front and center. Since 1970, Earth Day has grown to be celebrated in 184 countries and reaching millions of people. Although the magnitude of the day has grown, the original goal of teaching citizens how to live sustainably has remained the same. This Earth Day and every day, you can celebrate the Earth by reducing, re-
using, recycling and composting. By reducing the amount of waste created, you can save material, enerHolly gy and preChristmann COMMUNITY PRESS vent pollution and waste. You GUEST COLUMNIST can reduce waste by buying products in bulk or with less packaging, by borrowing, renting or sharing items with others and by
reusing items. Consider buying reusable bags or reusable containers or shopping at a local thrift store. When you reuse, you reduce waste and cost. Recycling also helps to reduce waste and pollution. Using recycled materials in the manufacturing process conserves energy, saves natural resources and reduces pollution. Remember, not everything is recyclable in your curbside bin or cart. For a complete list of what can be recycled and outlets for odd
items, call our recycling hotline at 513-946-7766 or visit HamiltonCountyRecycles.org. Composting is nature’s way of recycling. Backyard composting is a great way to use yard trimmings and food scraps to provide a free soil amendment. For more information on how you can start composting today, visit HamiltonCountyRecycles.org. If you choose not to backyard compost, bring yard trimmings to our free drop-offs open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at
CH@TROOM April 3 question Planners expect people to drive or take a bus to one of the stations along a proposed commuter rail line from downtown Cincinnati to Milford. Would you ride a commuter train to downtown for work or a Reds or Bengals game if you had to drive or take a bus to get to a train station? Why or why not?
“Let's get the intelligencechallenged 'planners' to install streetcars to the commuter train ... problem solved!”
J.G.
“Sorry, but I can't help observing that this seems like a totally stupid idea (driving or taking a bus to a commuter rail line station on the route from Cincinnati to Milford). “Before I retired, there was a time when I worked in the Chiquita Center downtown, and on many occasions I took a Metro bus from Anderson Township downtown since I really didn't need my car during the day. That worked fine for me. But this proposal is nothing like that. “We still have the Metro buses running that route I took years ago, and I'm sure Metro has other buses from different locations going downtown. Why wouldn't that work? Do we really need a commuter rail line?”
Bill B.
“It takes me about 25 minutes to drive to downtown and most of the time I park for free near P&G if it is in the evening or on the weekend. It might take another 10 minutes to walk to the stadium. “So why would I drive 10 minutes to catch transportation, wait at least 10 minutes for it to arrive and travel for at least 40 minutes to get downtown. Public transportation is usually much slower than driving because it stops to pick up others. “Commuting to work would avoid the traffic and presumably the cost of parking as well as giving me time to work or read on the public transit. I think I would use it for work but not at other times. I have used the bus for the Cincinnati Wine Festival to avoid DUI issues.”
F.S.D.
“Anytime I can hop on public transportation to attend a large event downtown I will do that. I have been on rail systems in other cities and the speed and smooth ride makes the commute enjoyable.
NEXT QUESTION A federal judge ruled April 5 that age restrictions on overthe-counter sales of the morning-after pill must end within 30 days. Should there be age restrictions on the morning-after pill? Why or why not? Every week we ask readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to tricountypress@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line.
“Event parking pricing downtown is outrageous, and spending $20 to park blocks from any sports venue in some gravel, weeded lot is a crime.”
O.R.
“I would ride a commuter train to downtown for work or to go down on the weekends for entertainment of a ball game. “Driving a short distance to the train station would not be a problem, as long as the parking was secure or not in some really bad section of town. “Trains in cities like Chicago or New York connect the outlying areas to the downtowns and are typically efficient and would allow me to avoid the traffic jams of ball games, plus I could read or do something else, other than road raging all the way downtown. “I think it would be a better investment than the current street car proposal as far as spurring economic development both along the line and in the downtown.
I.P.
“If planners are serious about encouraging people to ride the train there are many things they can learn from Europe. “For example, I know of one city where having a theatre ticket entitles you to ride the train free and parking at the station is free. “This becomes a 'no brain' decision provided the train service is frequent enough.”
D.R.
“Where I live, it would not make sense (west side of Hyde Park). But the most sensible light rail path for Cincinnati to develop first is from Sawyer Point to Mariemont, or beyond (I think the tracks go to Milford). “That would re-establish a line which bears a lot of resemblance to the Shaker Rapid in Cleveland, which runs through one of the most pros-
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perous communities in the United States to the heart of downtown Cleveland. “There is limited parking along the inner rapid stops, but at the terminal ends and at the junction between two lines there is a lot. People drive from beyond the end of the line, and take the rapid the rest of the way in. “For sports events there are special dedicated cars which creates a real party atmosphere. Carefully developed this is affordable and effective public transport. “The Sawyer Point/Mariemont line already has track, and stations, and parking lots, some of which needs to be rehabilitated. Once we prove the effectiveness of that, we can talk about the Blue Ash line which needs to have a right-of-way re-created.”
N.F.
“Being raised going to Wrigley Field via the L-train I have a bias toward the advantages of mass transportation. When you factored in time (the L being faster) and the savings when comparing a relatively cheap mode of transport vs. exorbitant parking there was no question about which way to go. “That being said, with the lack of good mass transit in this region the smartest way is to load the car, split the parking fees and hoof the several blocks to one of the events. I would like to get back to letting someone else drive, but the time is not now.” “Driving to the train station and parking in order to board the train would not be a problem for me. That's the way it works in the San Francisco Bay Area, Long Island and South Florida. “The probability of me riding that train is not high since access to downtown via Route 50 is rarely a problem. My concern is not so much getting to the station as it is where the
train is going to drop me off. If it's in close proximity of my destination, then I may take a ride !!!”
D.J.H.
“Yes I would! The cost of the rail ticket would be much less than the cost of driving and parking downtown. Plus no traffic jams or navigating hadarous road conditions. Most commuter parking lots are free or available reasonably by the day, week, or month. “My daughter lives in Chicago and it is a pleasure to use their mass transit system. What fun it is to ride the train to a Cubs game in a car full of fans. Eventually, all areas along the rail will benefit from increased valuations. All of the great cities have rail.”
J.H.
“I live, work, and go to church in Anderson, so I rarely need to go downtown. However, I was recently called for jury duty and was very pleased with the bus service. I read a book on the way and arrived at my destination in plenty of time. “I used to go to Chicago for vacation, drive downtown, spend $$$ and frustration on parking, and come home exhausted. The last time we went we took a train, bought the 3-day CTA pass, and went where we wanted, when we wanted. “The Cincinnati region (and that means Anderson, too) has to start somewhere with trains. Our multicar family, multilane freeway system is too expensive for our nation to maintain long-term, and Milford-Newtown-Tusculum-Cincinnati looks like a good place to start. People in those areas will see the benefit and it will open the door for other communities. A shuttle bus between Anderson Center and the closest train station would be ideal.
Michael M.
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Bzak Landscaping, Kuliga Park and Rumpke Sanitary Landfill. These are just a few ways you can live sustainably this Earth Day. Learn more about how you can improve the Earth by joining us for Sawyer Point’s Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 20, from noon to 5 p.m. Stop by to talk with us about your recycling and composting efforts. Holly Christmann is the program manager for the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District.
Earth Day, and every day, care about air Clean air is the one thing that humans cannot live without for more than a few seconds. We rely on clean air in order to survive, but throughout history, we’ve had air pollution. Our air quality has improved in the past few decades, but we must continue to do our share for cleaner air. You can help improve air quality this Earth Day by becoming more energy efficient. When you conserve water and electricity, you reduce the need for burning fossil fuels. Turn off and Megan unplug Hummel COMMUNITY PRESS unused appliances GUEST COLUMNIST and televisions, reduce shower time, run washing machines and dishwashers only at a full load and switch to CFL blubs. Vehicles are the number one source of air pollution in the Greater Cincinnati area. You can reduce air pollution from car emissions by driving only when necessary, combining vehicle trips, taking the bus, carpooling and by not idling. Leaving the car on while parked or not in use wastes gas and pollutes the air. Call 513-9467754 to request a free antiidling reminder window cling for your vehicles or anti-idling signs for your school, park or business. By becoming more energy efficient, you can help continue to improve air quality. To learn more ways you can work to improve air quality, join us for Sawyer Point’s Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 20, from noon to 5 p.m. Be sure to visit us! We will have a booth offering flyers and fun games. To see everywhere we will be visiting for Earth Month, like us on Facebook. Megan Hummel is the public relations coordinator for the Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency.
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Artist Jody Ball displayed several of her small landscape paintings at the exhibit. LEAH FIGHTMASTER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
Artists exhibit work at Evendale Arts Center Evendale Cultural Arts Center, 10500 Reading Road, hosted an art exhibit March 1-3. The exhibit included art by Jody Ball, P.A. Haslit and LuAnna Klote, and exhibited dozens of pieces. Some of the works feature places within Evendale. Want more updates for Evendale? Follow Leah Fightmaster on Twitter: @LCFightmaster.
Artist Jody Ball gets up close and personal with her pastels in "Nosey." LEAH FIGHTMASTER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
LuAnna Klote makes a Clydesdale horse the star of a painting in "Budweiser Clydesdale at Grant's Farm." LEAH FIGHTMASTER/THE COMMUNITY
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LuAnna Klote shows the beauty of nature in "Southern Magnolia." LEAH FIGHTMASTER/THE
Artist P.A. Haslit portrays a single flower in "Purple Pansy."
Artist LuAnna Klote keeps her painting's content local with this one, "Rose of Eden Park."
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with FTCLDF, plus many exhibitors. $45. Registration required. Presented by Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association Southwest Chapter. 984-0174; www.swoeffa.org. Evendale.
Art & Craft Classes Open Create, 7-9 p.m., Hyatt Art Studio, 7813 Laurel Ave., Choose surface you want to paint on and receive individual attention as you paint artwork for your home or garden. $25. 561-0677; HyattArtInteriors@gmail.com. Madeira.
Mom’s Clubs Blue Ash Women’s Club Spring Luncheon, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Blue Ash Presbyterian Church, 4309 Cooper Road, Door prizes, silent auction, basket raffle and split-the-pot. Ages 18 and up. Benefits Blue Ash Women’s Club. $25. Reservations required. 891-4043. Blue Ash.
Art Exhibits Wolfgang Kruetzer Photography, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, Sneak peek of new exhibit. Drinks and appetizers. Free. 782-2462. Springdale.
Music - Bluegrass
Business Seminars Social Media and Small Business, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Wright Brothers Inc., 7825 Cooper Road, Conference Room. By Mary Jo Byrnes, Blue Goose Marketing. Ages 21 and up. Free. Registration required. Presented by Montgomery Ohio Chamber of Commerce. 543-3591; www.montgomeryohiochamberofcommerce.com. Montgomery.
Civic Sweater Drive, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 9525 Kenwood Road, All sweaters are donated to Ohio Valley Goodwill. Receive $10 coupon toward future purchase. 7919453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash.
Clubs & Organizations Dinner and Meeting with Special Guest Matt Henderson, 6:30-8 p.m., Firehouse Grill, 4785 Lake Forest Drive, Presented by Hamilton County Republican Women’s Club and the Young Republican Women of Cincinnati. Henderson discusses Agenda 21 and the outlook of the Ohio Republican Party in 2013. Reservations required. Presented by Hamilton County Republican Women’s Club. 383-5586; www.hcrepublicanclub.com/repubwomen. html. Blue Ash.
Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show will have unique beads at great prices and exhibitors offering helpful advice. See quality and value of beads and gemstones before you buy, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 13 and 14, at Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road. For more information, call 888-729-6904; www.beadshows.com. FILE PHOTO view Ave., Step aerobics class consists of choreographed step patterns set to motivating R&B music. $5. Presented by Springdale Parks and Recreation. 346-3910. Springdale.
Exhibits Antique Clock Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road, Hayner House. Collection of clocks from 1800s on display, including clocks by Cincinnati maker, Reed and Watson. $2, $1 ages 5-11. 563-9484. Sharonville.
Health / Wellness Health Seminar, 6 p.m., Jewish Hospital, 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Learn how to prevent injury to hands and arms and discuss treatment options for common hand and arm ailments. Presented by Mercy Health and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Free. Presented by Mercy Health Partners. 9563729; www.e-mercy.com. Kenwood.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 12 Art Exhibits Wolfgang Kruetzer Photography, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Maple Knoll Village, Free. 782-2462. Springdale.
Civic Sweater Drive, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 791-9453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash.
Education
On Stage - Theater
Exercise Classes
Camp Cooking Basics and Tasting, 6-7 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 9525 Kenwood Road, Learn basics of cooking while camping out. Free. 791-9453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash.
Of Mice and Men, 8 p.m., Brookwood Retirement Community, 12100 Reed Hartman Highway, Depicts struggle of unlikely pair just trying to find their own place in the world. $15, $12 seniors and students. Group rates available. Presented by Mason Community Players. 398-7804; www.masonplayers.org. Sycamore Township.
Camp Crush, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash.
Recreation
Health / Wellness
Adventure Station, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. Two-story play area with a tree, slide, tubes, ladders and interactive activities. Special ball pit for ages 2-5. $2. 50 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. Through April 30. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, 7319 Montgomery Road, Blood pressure screenings, stress screenings, weight analysis and consultation about wellness needs. Free. Appointment required. 784-0084. Silverton.
Exercise Classes Core Adrenaline, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Blend functional strength training movements with Pilates sequences. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. MELT Method, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Unique hands-off bodywork approach that helps prevent pain, heal injury and erase negative effects of aging and active living. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. Camp Crush, 6-7 a.m. and 6-7 p.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Run the gamut of strength, endurance and heartpumping drills. Recommended for intermediate to advanced clients only. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. Gentle Moves and Strength, 3-4 p.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Learn to safely work with your limitations and enjoy exercising your body. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. Yoga/Pilates Infusion, 5-6 p.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Contemporary blend of flowing yoga movements and core-centric Pilates sequences. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. 2908217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. Hatha Yoga, 7-8 p.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Gentle introductory journey into the world of yoga. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash. Step N2, 5-6 p.m., Springdale Community Center, 11999 Lawn-
Seminars Don’t Ask Me To Forgive You: A Radical Approach To Healing From Interpersonal Wounds, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Jewish Family Service, 8487 Ridge Road, Amberley Room. Dr. Janis Abrahms Spring teaches alternative to forgiveness to recover from pain caused by partner, parent, in-law, sibling, child, friend or significant other. $119, $99 advance by March 31. Registration required. 985-1581; www.jfscinti.org. Amberley Village.
Support Groups Codependents Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., The Community of the Good Shepherd, 8815 E. Kemper Road, Room 31. Literature discussion group. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Codependents Anonymous Inc. 800-0164. Montgomery. Codependents Anonymous, Noon-1 p.m., Blue Ash Presbyterian Church, 4309 Cooper Road, Youth room. Big book/ discussion meeting. Brown bag lunch optional. Open to everyone who desires healthy loving relationships. Donations accepted. Presented by Codependents Anonymous Inc. 673-0174; www.coda.org. Blue Ash.
Volunteer Events Volunteer Recruitment Fair, 10 a.m.-noon, Deer Park Branch Library, 3970 E. Galbraith Road, Join team of volunteers to help keep branch looking great and running smoothly. Attend fair to
Exhibits Antique Clock Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11. 563-9484. Sharonville.
Lectures Photography Travel Series, 7:30 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Mark Kraus, Jerry Fritsch and Allan Claybon present “Backyard Birds.” Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
On Stage - Theater Of Mice and Men, 8 p.m., Brookwood Retirement Community, $15, $12 seniors and students. Group rates available. 398-7804; www.masonplayers.org. Sycamore Township.
Recreation Adventure Station, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sharon Woods, $2. 50 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Art & Craft Classes Open Create, Noon-5 p.m., Hyatt Art Studio, $25. 561-0677; HyattArtInteriors@gmail.com. Madeira. Weaving and Spinning Magic, 1-4 p.m., Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road, Enjoy magic of weaving and spinning. Local guild members demonstrating ancient crafts while you finger fibers in small weaving project of your own. Free. Presented by ArtsWave. 554-1014; www.theartswave.org. Sharonville.
Benefits Tartan Day Ceilidh (Scottish Party), 5:30-10 p.m., Sycamore
Senior Center, 4455 Carver Woods Drive, Entertainment from Mary’s Lane, Richard Hensold, Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and Highland and Irish Dancers. Guinness and Smithwick’s on tap, scotch tasting and tea room. North American haggis eating contest, traditional Scottish food and more. Benefits Cincinnati Caledonian Pipes and Drums. $10. Presented by Cincinnati Caledonian Pipes and Drums. 829-2850; www.cincypipesanddrums.org. Blue Ash. GLSEN Greater Cincinnati Safe Space Soiree, 7 p.m.-midnight, Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road, Cocktail hour, dinner by the bite and dancing. Ages 21 and up. Benefits Greater Cincinnati Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. $75. Presented by Greater Cincinnati Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. 866-934-9119. Amberley Village.
Tennessee Mafia Jug Band, 8-10 p.m., UC Blue Ash College Muntz Theater, 9555 Plainfield Road, Bluegrass tunes, corny jokes and authentic clothing. $10. Presented by UC Blue Ash College. 745-5705. Blue Ash.
Lighting the Way Scholarship Fundraiser, 4:30-7 p.m., Elements Conference and Event Centre, 11974 Lebanon Road, Silent auction and live auction. Benefits Envision Corporation. $50. Presented by Envision Corporation. 772-5437; www.envisionchildren.org. Sharonville. Trivia Tournament, 2-5:30 p.m., Village Tavern, 9390 Montgomery Road, Prizes for winners, raffle prizes, split-the-pot, cash bar and full menu. Benefits Queen City Greyhounds. $100 per team, $20 single. Registration required. Presented by Queen City Greyhounds. 937269-3008; www.queencitygreyhounds.org. Montgomery.
Civic Sweater Drive, Noon-5 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 791-9453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash.
Nature
Craft Shows
Owl Banding, 8:30-11 a.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. The Ohio Bird Banding Association will demonstrate how great horned owls are banded. Participants may visit a nest site to witness data collection. To register, e-mail tbthobaben@gmail.com with name(s), number attending and e-mail address. Free, lunch available for $7. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville. Bird Banding in Ohio and Mexico, 1-4 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. The Ohio Bird Banding Association will present four different programs on bird banding and bird ecology in Ohio and Mexico. Topics include population dynamics, migration and human effects on bird ecology. To register, e-mail tbthobaben@gmail.com with name(s), number attending and e-mail address. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $4, free ages 12 and under., Sharonville Convention Center, 888-7296904; www.beadshows.com. Sharonville.
Festivals Stand Up Ohio, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Celebrate children and stand against sex abuse. Nonthreatening family event. Puppet show, magician, music, games, face painting, free lunch, volleyball, horseshoes, baseball and more. Free. Presented by Connections: A Safe Place. 207-7550; www.connectionssp.org. Sharonville.
Nature Spring Hike, 3 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. Take a stroll with the naturalist and see what’s happening in the woods as animals and plants get ready for spring. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
On Stage - Theater
On Stage - Theater
Of Mice and Men, 8 p.m., Brookwood Retirement Community, $15, $12 seniors and students. Group rates available. 398-7804; www.masonplayers.org. Sycamore Township.
Of Mice and Men, 2 p.m., Brookwood Retirement Community, $15, $12 seniors and students. Group rates available. 398-7804; www.masonplayers.org. Sycamore Township.
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Sweater Drive, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 791-9453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash.
Herding Clinic, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Learn secrets of training your working dog to herd sheep. $5 to watch, additional for lessons. Registration required. Through April 14. 563-6663; bordercollie@customstockdogs.com. Evendale.
Herding Clinic, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, $5 to watch, additional for lessons. Registration required. 563-6663; bordercollie@customstockdogs.com. Evendale.
Community Dance GLSEN Greater Cincinnati Prom, 7 p.m.-midnight, Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road, Inclusive dance for LGBTQ youth and their allies to celebrate diversity and community in safe, supportive environment. DJ, snacks, photo booth and entertainment. Presented by Cincinnati chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. Ages 13-21. Free. Presented by Greater Cincinnati Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network. 866-934-9119; www.glsencincinnatiprom.com. Amberley Village.
Craft Shows Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5, free ages 12 and under., Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Find unique beads at great prices and exhibitors offering helpful advice. See quality and value of beads and gemstones before you buy. Presented by Intergalactic Bead Shows. 888-729-6904; www.beadshows.com. Sharonville.
Education
Recreation Golf for Beginners, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Sharon Woods Golf Course and Stonewood Banquet Center, 11355 Swing Road, Five-week series ending May 11. Prepares new or beginner golfers to feel more comfortable with fundamentals. Ask about other sessions. $99. Registration required. Presented by Communiversity at UC. 556-6932; www.uc.edu/ce/ commu. Sharonville. Adventure Station, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sharon Woods, $2. 50 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
Runs / Walks 5K for $10K Run/Walk, 9 a.m.noon, Glenwood Gardens, 10623 Springfield Pike, Prizes awarded to top runners and additional prizes raffled. Benefits Valley Interfaith Food and Clothing Center. $25, $20 advance. Presented by Valley Interfaith Food and Clothing Center. 821-3233; www.vifcc.org. Woodlawn.
Why Shakespeare?, 2-2:45 p.m., Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road, Interesting facts about Shakespeare, audience participation, Shakespearian insults, scenes from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “Macbeth,” “Comedy of Errors,” “Henry V” and more are part of this comedic presentation. Free. Presented by ArtsWave. 5541014; www.theartswave.org. Sharonville.
Home & Garden
Art & Craft Classes
State of the Plate Conference, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Conference devoted to eating locally and growing sustainably. Keynote address by Gary Cox
Open Create, Noon-5 p.m., Hyatt Art Studio, $25. 561-0677; HyattArtInteriors@gmail.com. Madeira.
Recreation Adventure Station, Noon-5 p.m., Sharon Woods, $2. 50 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
Religious - Community The Future of God: The Merging of Science and Religion, 8:15-10 p.m., Isaac M. Wise Temple, 8329 Ridge Road, Isaac M. Wise Temple and 92YLive present panel discussion, via satellite, on science and religion looking at recent trends in theoretical physics and response of contemporary theologians to scientific theories. Ages 18 and up. $5. Registration recommended. 793-2556; www.wisetemple.org. Amberley Village.
Schools Ice Cream Social and Open House, 2-4 p.m., Sharonville United Methodist Church, 3751 Creek Road, Learn more about preschool. Tour school and meet staff. Free. 563-8278; www.sumcns.org. Sharonville.
MONDAY, APRIL 15
Shopping
Art Exhibits
Used Book Sale, Noon-4 p.m., The Scratching Post, 6958 Plainfield Road, Meow Mart Parking Lot. Books, magazines, video games, DVDs, CDs, children’s items and more. Also accepting gently used items to sell. Benefits The Scratching Post. Free. 984-3312; www.thescratchingpost.org. Silverton.
Wolfgang Kruetzer Photography, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Maple Knoll Village, Free. 782-2462. Springdale.
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
Dance Classes
Benefits
Civic Sweater Drive, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters, 791-9453; www.benchmarkoutfitter.com. Blue Ash. Zumba, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Physiques by Nico G, 9681 Kenwood Road, Group Fitness Studio. Latin-based cardio workout. Ages 18 and up. $10-$15. Registration required. 290-8217; www.fitnessphysiques.net. Blue Ash.
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Rita shares Jamie Carmody’s chili, corn bread recipes I have known Jamie Carmody for a while, and what an interesting and talented person she is. She is known throughout our area as a creative personal chef, cooking teacher and media personality. Rita Jamie Heikenfeld takes clasRITA’S KITCHEN sic recipes and gives them a healthy twist. She was a guest on my cable show (“Cooking with Rita” on Union Township community access) and made, among other yummies, a delicious chicken chili with cornbread on the side. I asked her to share for you. Get in touch with Jamie through her site www.outofthymechef.com.
Jamie Carmody’s white chicken chili
I have made this myself and have used chicken thighs and yellow onion, with good results. The zucchini not only makes the chili appealing, looks-wise, it adds extra nutrition. Zucchini has vitamin A, found mostly in the skin, for eye health, along with potassium for heart and muscle health. 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into spoon-sized pieces
cheese. Starting at short side, roll up like jelly roll. Place seam side down onto sprayed baking sheet. Tuck ends under to seal. Brush with egg mixture. Bake about 25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from baking sheet and cool on rack about 10 minutes before serving.
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Rita shares Jamie Carmody’s recipe for white chicken chili. THANKS TO RITA HEIKENFELD. 2 14.5 oz. cans great northern beans, drained 1 medium white onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. cumin 1 quart chicken broth 1 zucchini, small diced (optional)
Sauté onions in a large sauté pan for 3-4 minutes, until softened but not browned. If using, add the zucchini and cook 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic, cook for 1 minute then add the chicken and beans and stir. Add the seasonings, salt and pepper, stir and then add the chicken broth. Simmer over me-
dium heat for 30 minutes. Serve with cornbread.
Cheesy cornbread Serves 8
2 tbsp. vegetable oil or bacon grease 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1 tbsp. all purpose flour 11⁄2tsp. baking powder 1 ⁄4 tsp. baking soda 1 ⁄4tsp. salt 1 cup buttermilk 1 large egg 1 cup colby jack, shredded (or any favorite) 1 pinch red chili flakes
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Heat oil or grease in a 8-inch cast iron skillet or muffin pan for 5 minutes by placing
it in oven while the oven is warming. Combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk and egg. Add the wet to the dry ingredients, stirring to combine. Add in the cheese and chili flakes and stir to combine. Pour into the hot skillet. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden, and slightly crunchy on top. Cool slightly and cut into 8 wedges.
Ham, turkey and cheese stromboli
I’ve gotten several requests for recipes to use that leftover ham. This is such a tasty reci-
Professor helps reduce impact of radiation Professor Tracy Herrmann (right) works with students at UC Blue Ash College to review the process for taking X-rays. THANKS TO PETE GEMMER
care provider to make sure their child is not going to be exposed to unnecessarily-high doses of radiation,” said Herrmann, who has been a certified radiologic technologist since 1985. Those questions include: » What is the name of the test you would like to perform on my child? » Does the test involve ionizing radiation? » How will having this exam improve my child’s health care? » Are there alternatives that don’t use radiation and are equally as good? » Will my child receive a “kid-size” radiation dose? As an advocate for the Image Gently campaign, Herrmann was a key contributor in the development of the Federal Drug Administration’s Digital Radiography Safety Checklist to assist radiologic technologists in taking the proper steps when checking the radiation dose before, during and after an X-ray. “This is a protocol that we want all radiology professionals to use every time they provide an xray to a child,” said Tracy. “It’s another way to make checking the radiation levels automatic.”
Herrmann is working with a team to develop additional pediatric safety materials related to fluoroscopy for the FDA, and this past summer she participated in the FDA’s Public Meeting: Device Improvements for Pediatric X-ray Imaging and was a vital part of a group that earned the FDA Le-
veraging Collaboration Award. Along with her involvement in the Image Gently campaign, Herrmann has also served as chairman of a task force for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists that authored a white paper titled “Best Practices in Digital Radiography.” Learn more about the Image Gently campaign at www.imagegently.com.
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Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator and author. Find her blog online at Cincinnati.Com/blogs. Email her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-248-7130, ext. 356.
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A professor at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is helping to lead a national effort to reduce the impact of radiation on children when receiving X-ray exams. The move from film to digital technology for Xrays and other imaging studies offers many benefits for the patient since the improved efficiency and accessibility of medical images in an electronic format can help save lives. The change also created a new concern – digital imaging makes the amount of radiation used to create the image less obvious to the radiologic technologist performing the procedure and, as a result, excess exposure can occur. Radiation levels are especially important when kids are receiving an Xray or CT scan since they should not be exposed to the same level of radiation as an adult. Radiation may have more of an impact on kids because their cells are growing rapidly and they will live longer than an adult. Western Hills resident Tracy Herrmann is a professor in the Allied Health Department at UC Blue Ash College and a member of the Image Gently campaign that is sponsored by the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging. Goals of this national campaign include raising awareness in the imaging community about the need to adjust radiation doses and educating parents about ways they can monitor the amount of radiation their child receives. “We want parents to understand the questions that they need to ask their child’s doctor or health
pe that it’s worth going to the deli if you don’t have ham and turkey in the refrigerator.
Michelle, a Clermont County reader, wants to grow dill, but in containers. Dill has a long taproot so use a container that’s about 12 inches high. There are two varieties that grow well in containers: fernleaf grows up to 18 inches high and dukat grows up to 24 inches high. Both have lots of foliage and are slower to bolt than the taller varieties.
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CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You
EPISCOPAL Christ Church Glendale Episcopal Church 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-12
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Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided
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the next day,” Harrison said. A neighbor, Kathy Kilroy, was told all three of the furnaces in her house were hazardous. All three were red tagged and turned off. Kilroy said she ended up replacing all her furnaces as well. “When they tell you that your life is at stake, you definitely can’t stay in the house without the furnace running so you do something immediately,” Kilroy said. Kilroy said she later learned others in the neighborhood had encountered the same thing. “I know of three other people that have done that. Basically the same company, the same furnace,” she said. Although many homeowners replaced their furnaces right away, some sought out second
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UNITED METHODIST Christ, the Prince of Peace United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. Mark Reuter Sunday School 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpopumc.org “Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd. Montgomery 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "From Setbacks to Success: Patience and Endurance" Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am Nursery Care Provided
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www.churchbythewoods.org 3755 Cornell Rd., Sharonville , Ohio 45241 You have a choice of Ministry: 1. Traditional Sunday Worship at 10:00 AM. Language: English Multi-cultural, multi-generational, and multi-ethnic. 2. Contemporary Sunday Worship with Freedom Church at 10:30 AM. Language: English It’s not about Religion; it’s about relationships! www.freedomchurchcincinnati.com 3. Taiwanese Traditional Sunday Worship st 2:00 PM. Language: Taiwanese, UC Campus Fellowship on Saturdays, www.cincinnatitaiwanese.org Saturday 4. Seventh Day Adventist Worship at 10:00 AM. Language: Spanish Loving - Caring - and Sharing God’s Word Notes: Nursery School is provided at each Worship time English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught on Saturday 10-12 AM. Various Bible Studies are available.
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Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 513-931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Gathering: Bible & Conversation 11:30 - 12:30 Nursery Available Handicap Access "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".
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NON-DENOMINATIONAL HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com
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PRESBYTERIAN Northminster Presbyterian Church 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Growing Faith, Sharing Hope, Showing Love Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer, Rich Jones & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors
Northwest Community Church 8735 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS Rev. Kevin Murphy, Pastor 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available
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UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ 691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney
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Some area homeowners are questioning if the new furnace they bought was really necessary. They bought it after being told their old furnace was dangerous and needed to be fixed or replaced. Many, like Sally Harrison, spent thousands of dollars on new furnaces. Last December Harrison was getting a routine cleaning for the furnace in her Maineville home. Suddenly, the serviceman told her he found a dangerous crack in the heat exchanger and was shutting down the furnace in the dead of winter. “I was suspicious and I said to him, ‘How do I know that you’re not one of those companies that they reported on the news.’ He said, ‘Because we use a scope to show you where the crack is,’” Harrison said.
opinions. Kilroy said about one neighbor, “She had two other companies come in and they both said the furnace was not defective. There were no cracks and their furnace was completely reliable.” I contacted the heating contractor and received this statement: “In the past year our experienced technicians have found approximately 1,000 cracked heat exchangers in customers’ furnaces and have recommended that they replace these parts to prevent unsafe conditions in their homes. Based on industry standards, the presence of abnormal splits, cracks or holes in a heat exchanger required that it be replaced. With time, abnormal cracks could allow harmful gases into the home and it’s our obligation to communicate this risk to the customer” The heating contractor acknowledged to me other HVAC companies don’t always agree with their findings. It says federal regulators are now investigating. Bottom line, if someone tells you your furnace is bad and wants to shut it down, immediately contact Duke Energy or another furnace expert and get a second opinion. Howard Ain answers consumer complaints weekdays on WKRC-TV Local 12. Write to him at 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.
LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION TO BID CITY OF SHARONVILLE, HAMILTON COUNTY Sealed bid proposals will be received at the of the office Safety/Service Director, 10900 Reading Road, Sharonville, Ohio 45241 until 10:00 a.m. Wednes day, April 17, 2013 for the 2013 Street Repair Program , and at the said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Bid sheets and specifications can be obtained at the said office. Each bidder is required to submit with his proposal a Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond in accordance with 153.54 and 153.571 of the Ohio Revised Code, or certified check equal in amount to ten percent (10%) of the base bid. The bidder to who the contract is awarded will be required to furnish a surety bond in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. Should the bid be rejected, such check or bond will be returned forthwith. Proposals must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the same and all persons interested therein. After opening of bids, no bid can be withdrawn for 60 days. All Federal, State, County and City laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity and Prevailing Wage shall apply where applicable. The Safety /Service Director reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids. Advertise: April 3, 2013 April 10, 2013 Open: April 17, 2013 1001754698
Moeller Main Event April 20 Moeller High School will host a night of festivities Saturday, April 20, as it celebrates with parents, alumni and past parents during its annual charity auction benefiting tuition assistance. This year’s theme is “An Evening in Tuscany.” This is the 28th year for the Main Event, which supports tuition assistance at the allboys Catholic school. The night begins with a Mass at 5 p.m. and is followed by a silent auction and raffles. Some of the bigger items up for bid this year include: » condos in Park City and Reynolds Planta-
tion; » Reds diamond seats; » a baseball weekend in Chicago to see both the White Sox vs. Twins and the Cubs vs. Reds; » Jewelry pieces from Jester’s Jewelers, EDB’s and James Free; » Ohio State Varsity “O” football tickets and much more. Tickets for the evening are $125 per person and can be bought online at www.Moeller.org/Sup port/MainEvent. For additional information, call or email Louise Hoelker at (513) 7911680 ext. 1304 or LHoelker@Moeller.org.
May Fete heads to city center Wyoming Schools’ May Fete carnival, an annual spring event that treats kids to a day off for rides, games and food, will be in the city center, not at the middle school play field, where it was held in previous years. The change is due to upcoming renovations at the middle school, which are scheduled to begin shortly after the end of the school year. A new address is the only change the community will see in the May 17 event, however, said Todd Fegelman, May Fete co-chairman. The usual line-up of games, rides and snacks remains unchanged, organizers said in a news re-
lease. “We are very happy that the city of Wyoming has expressed interest and desire to keep this wonderful and traditional event in Wyoming and work with us to ensure its success,” Fegelman said. Sponsored by the Parent School Association (PSA), May Fete dates back nearly 100 years, and last year provided the district with roughly $26,000 in extra funds. The schools are closed that day, to allow families to enjoy the activities that raise funds for student enrichment. For more about your community, visit www.Cin cinnati.com/Wyoming.
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The following legislation was passed at the Springdale City Council meeting on April 3, 2013: ORDINANCE NO. 7-2013 REDISTRICTING OF THE FOUR DISTRICTS FOR COUNCIL ELECTIONS AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 8-2013 ACCEPTING A SIDEWALK EASEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 396 GLENSHARON ROAD RELATED TO THE CAMERON ROAD SIDEWALK EXTENSION PROJECT AND AS A PART OF THE 2013 STREET PROGRAM AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 9-2013 ACCEPTING A SIDEWALK EASEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 389 CAMERON ROAD RELATED TO CAMERON ROAD SIDEWALK EXTENSION PROJECT AND AS A PART OF THE 2013 STREET PROGRAM AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 10-2013 ACCEPTING A SIDEWALK EASEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 387 CAMERON ROAD RELATED TO THE CAMERON ROAD SIDEWALK EXTENSION PROJECT AND AS A PART OF THE 2013 STREET PROGRAM AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 11-2013 ACCEPTING A SIDEWALK EASEMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 393 CAMERON ROAD RELATED TO THE CAMERON ROAD SIDEWALK EXTENSION PROJECT AND AS A PART OF THE 2013 STREET PROGRAM AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Kathy McNear Clerk of Council/Finance Director
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This rubythroat hummingbird was photographed feeding on flowers in the gardens at Ault Park. THANKS TO MARK KRAUS
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The Sharon Woods photo series takes flight with presentations by three photographers who specialize in birds. Raptors, waterfowl, even common birds. But they’re captured in pictures that allow extraordinary views of those seen in many local back yards. Jerry Fritsch, Mark Kraus and Allan Claybon will share more than 400 photos as part of the Sharon Woods Photography Travel Series on Friday, April 12. Jerry Fritsch was introduced to photography while living in England. “I wanted to bring back images from the European destinations I was visiting,” Fritsch said. He learned from landscape photographer Lee Frost, who taught him how to visualize images. He brought those lessons back to Cincinnati, to photograph wildlife. “I’ve had the opportunity to spend time capturing images of threatened and endangered species,” said Fritsch, who lives in Kenwood. “To think that there are only a few hundred individuals of a species in the wild, and you get to see them, and then remember the experience through photography, is a blessing.
ABOUT THE SERIES April 12: Jerry Fritsch, Mark Kraus and Allan Claybon will share more than 400 photos as part of the Sharon Woods Photography Travel Series April 19: “English Channel Islands and Normandy Beaches; Echoes of WWII,’’ by Neal Jefferies April 26: “An Israel Travelogue,’’ by David Feldstein Each session begins at 7:30 p.m. It is free to the public at Sharon Woods’ Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. A valid Hamilton County Park District motor vehicle permit is required to enter the park. Information: 513-563-4513 or greatparks.org.
“To share the images, and stories, with others is really rewarding.” Fritsch’s presentation will include photos taken since 2011. “I’d like visitors to have a greater appreciation of wildlife and the natural world we live in,” he said. Mark Kraus went outdoors and took a look around, photographing wildlife at local parks. “My passion is photographing wildlife indigenous to the southern Ohio area,” Kraus said. “I have always loved doing things outdoors, and was an
avid hunter and fisherman. “Now I bring many of those skills to my photography,” he said. “I like to show views of wildlife many have not seen before.” After working for 35 years in accounting and corporate tax, Allan Claybon retired and began walking park trails in the Cincinnati area. “I was attracted to the wildlife and sounds that surrounded me,” Claybon, of Sycamore Township, said. “I started with a pocket camera and tried to capture what I saw, then joined the Cincinnati Bird Club, and began to expand my knowledge of birds.” He focused on raptors and waterfowl, and went to Higginsport, along the Ohio River, to a bald eagle nest in Southwest Ohio, which was established in 2005. “Once the eaglets hatched, I spent several days each week photographing their progress until they fledged, and left the area. “I enjoy the challenge of finding and photographing not only the common, but the unusual and sometimes even rare birds that pass through Southwest Ohio. “I look forward to the excitement of the next day’s hunt,” Claybon said, “and the opportunity to share the capture with others.”
This photo of a northern harrier was taken at Fernald Preserve in Harrison, Ohio. THANKS TO ALLAN CLAYBON
A swan was photographed in Hocking Hills. THANKS TO JERRY FRITSCH
This preening penguin was photographed at the Cincinnati Zoo. THANKS TO JERRY FRITSCH
A robin feeding on holly berries after freezing rain at Spring Grove Cemetery. THANKS TO MARK KRAUS
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UC Blue Ash College hosts ‘Dental Days’ for pets in need
Jazz vocalist performs at Centennial Barn sound could be compared to Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald or Astrud Gilberto. Music runs in the family; her mother sang professionally in Chicago with big bands; her brother teaches at Minnesota State University and her daughter Melanie recorded with her on her CD “Brazilian Heart.” Arts at the Barn is a free musical performance. Centennial Barn is a ministry of the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor. For more information about classes, events and business meeting opportunities, go to: www.centennialbarn.org or Centennial Barn on Facebook.
Musician April Aloisio, with Phillip Burkhead on keyboard and George Simon on guitar, will appear at 7:30 p.m. Friday April 19, at Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Road. Originally from Chicago, Aloisio has appeared and recorded there with well-known musicians such as the Ramsey Lewis Trio, Von Freeman and Fareed Haque. She has produced and recorded 6 CDs featuring the music of Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and Antonio Carlos Jobin. She sings Brazilian compositions in the language of Brazil which is Portuguese and sets the mood for love. Her distinctive
Students in the Veterinary Technology program at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College are providing much-needed dental care for the pets of low-income families. The “Dental Days” program is part of a collaboration between the college and Pets in Need, a non-profit organization that provides incomequalified families with access to free or discounted veterinary care for their pets. Along with helping families in need, the “Dental Days” events give students in the Vet Tech program the opportunity to participate in providing teeth cleanings and teeth removal on dogs and cats that are brought in by their owners. “We see the need for a lot of dental care, particularly in older animals,” said Dr. Jennifer Wells, a veterinarian who is chair of the Vet Tech program at UC Blue Ash. “We provide the animals with den-
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tal cleanings and, if indicated, oral X-rays and tooth extractions.” The Vet Tech program hosts up to four "Dental Days" events each year and sophomore veterinary technology students also provide preventive medical care to Pets in Need patients throughout the school year. “The ‘Dental Days’ would not be possible with out the generous support from the Banfield Charitable Trust; they donated funds to purchase two new veterinary dental machines and additional equipment necessary for addressing these animals’ dental health needs,” Wells said. She also thanked Dr. Beatriz Woodall, owner of the Banfield Hospital in Mason, for donating her time and
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Church hosts spring concert The Blue Ash Presbyterian Church is offering a free spring concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 21, in the sanctuary. The BAPC Choir, the Monfort Heights United Methodist Choir and the University of Cincinnati Cabaret Singers will be singing “Five Mystical Songs” by Ralph Vaughan Williams, “Psalm 86” and “Psalm 148” by Gustav Holst and “Missa Brevis in D minor, K. 65” by Mozart. These will be performed
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The spring concert at the Blue Ash Presbyterian Church is open to the public and free, though a goodwill offering is always appreciated to help cover costs. The church is at the intersection of Cooper Road and Reed Hartman Highway
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On Tuesday, March 19, the Blue Ash Fire Department joined Mason, Loveland/Symmes and Sharonville for a collaborative training at the Great Oaks Career Campus in Sharonville. Together with Sycamore Township, the five departments make up the Northeast Fire Collaborative, which is an agreement that joins emergency forces to provide safer fire ground operations, smarter business operations, and a sensible approach to meeting mandates all while providing fiscal responsibility to its communities. At the Great Oaks Campus’ multi-floor training structure, first responders jointly practice procedures in the event of a fire. Mannequins and smoke machines help set to scene, giving firefighters realistic obstacles to overcome and goals to maintain throughout the training. In addition to this, firefighters must efficiently carry heavy hoses up multiple flights of stairs, maintain steady water supply, and ensure the fire is extinguished quickly. Command staff also practice overseeing and reporting activity, as clear communication is crucial to the safety of all first responders. The multi-floor hose exercise is a routine training that occurs twice a day during a three-day series, giving each shift and
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