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Three ask for reinstatement, unspecified financial damages By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
Three former employees of Wyoming’s recreation center have filed a lawsuit against the city, their supervisor and the city manager after a request for reinstatement went unanswered. City Manager Bob Harrison fired sports coordinator Cathy Deters, and program director Michael Pearl and office manager Monica Miller resigned after an Aug. 28 teen splash dance at the Wyoming Family Aquatic Center. Harrison said in a memo to city Solicitor Franklin Klaine Sept. 8 that the “employees violated the city’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, specifically the use of alcohol in the workplace on Aug. 28, 2009.” The three employees had
requested reinstatement by Oct. 19, but they remain unemployed. The lawsuit was filed against Harrison, Recreation Director Missy O’Brien and the City of Wyoming in Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas Friday, Nov. 13. It asks for unspecified financial damages as well as reinstatement for the three former employees. “We are doing this because these are people who have worked for a public employer for many years, sacrificed regularly on behalf of the city and arguably have made a minor error in judgment,” said attorney Randolph Freking, who is representing Deters, Pearl and Miller. “The city rewarded them with the capital punishment of unemployment. It’s a classic case of when the punish-
ment didn’t fit the crime. “I would ask if we wonder if the person who did this has ever made an error in judgment,” Freking said, referring to Harrison, “and if so, would he accept termination for that error?” Klaine said Friday afternoon that he had no knowledge of the complaint, and hadn’t received a copy of any lawsuit at that time. “I’m not in a position to comment on the complaint,” Klaine said. “I would suspect that the allegations are similar to the allegations made in the past. “The city will review the lawsuit and if the allegations are similar to the ones made in the past, we will vigorously defend it.” Freking said the lawsuit came after an attempt to settle the dispute with reinstatement.
“We have tried to settle this on the basis that involved no payment of money,” he said. “Just give them their jobs back.” The lawsuit addresses the firing and resignations themselves, as well as the way in which they were handled. Freking pointed out that the lawsuit does not include members of city council, though typically, the public officials would be part of the litigation. “We don’t think they did anything wrong,” he said. “We are taking the high road and named the people we think acted precipitously. “We intentionally left off councilmembers as defendants because we don’t think the councilmembers were involved in the decision-making process.”
Glendale gets into holiday spirit By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
Holiday houses
During Christmas 2006, Nancy DeCastro was lunching with friends, discussing meaningful and fulfilling volunteerism. A gingerbread house contest at Glendale Town Hall to benefit the Cincinnati Shriners Hospital for Children was just the ticket, and Houses of Hope was born at a Jan. 5, 2007, meeting. SEE LIFE, B1
A proper tribute
Princeton High School presented a salute to veterans during a ceremony in which 13 men who had left high school to serve in the military were awarded diplomas. SEE SCHOOLS, A5
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Glendale will tie a bow on the holiday season with its annual event at the Village Square. Christmas on the Square, formerly called Light up the Square, takes place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2. The Village Square will be closed to vehicles so visitors can stroll through the shops and eat at the restaurants, all of which will remain open for the event. The event will include live music by Dan Love and Not Your Dad’s Jazz, as well as music performed by the Christ Church Choir and Bethany Children’s Choir. “I wanted to make it a true celebration of Christmas, said Sherri Kohnle, who owns Le Petite Cottage. “That’s why I wanted the choirs. “We are hoping this joint venture by the Village and the Chamber of Commerce will be a true Currier and Ives event.” Santa Claus will arrive on a fire truck at 6:30 that evening. He and his elves will collect items to be sent to troops at Camp Phoenix in Kabul, Afghanistan, through Operation Jedson. They are also collecting letters of encouragement, Kohnle said. All correspondence will be unsealed before it’s sent.
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Wyoming takes group through Citizen Police Academy By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
Wyoming’s Citizen Police Academy, halfway through its third session, has given participants interactive lessons in processes from evidence processing and the judicial system to the K-9 unit and underwater searches. The 11-week course is designed to familiarize citizens “with what we do on a daily basis to keep our community safe,” according to a letter from Police Chief Gary Baldauf. “Our role is to keep the community safe, first and foremost,” Baldauf told the 10 participants during the
initial session. “This provides a vehicle for feedback.” The class is free and open to the public. The topics covered in the first third of the course included the criminal investigation process, K-9 functions, S.W.A.T., underwater search and recovery, and discussion of the judicial system and laws of arrest. Each three-hour session included demonstrations and visits from experts. Lisa Marie Cantor-Jacobson said she’d always wondered about how the police department functions. “Everybody needs to know this,” she said. “There’s only so much you
can get from a civics class.” She said she enjoyed the K-9 demonstration. “I was impressed by how obedient that dog was,” she said. “He was bonded to that officer. That’s why the dog wants to work.” Fred Straus agreed. “It was really neat. From TV, we think they want to eat and kill,” he said. “But they want to please the officer.” Ellen Fitch said Officer Marty Case told a story about his dog, Mars, reflecting on the long hours they spend together. “His wife had said he spends more time with the dog than with her,” Fitch said.
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Judge Ted Berry, standing left, and attorney Charles Ashdown explain the judicial system during a session of the Wyoming Citizen Police Academy. Cantor-Jacobson continued, “So he told her that the dog is his guarantee he’ll come home at night. That was touching.” Sherry Sheffield said it was time well-spent. “There’s more to your
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6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Participants will graduate at the Nov. 16 City Council meeting.
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The national economic decline has been reflected in Sharonville’s tax receipts over the past year. Tax commissioner Martha Cross Funk, in her annual report, told city council at its Nov. 10 meeting that the city has seen a decline in revenues for 2009. As of Oct. 31, she said, earnings tax revenues were down 9.34 percent over 2008, and hotel tax revenue was down 9.66 percent over last year.
She said in her report that hotel tax receipts are projected to be down 8 percent by year’s end. According to the report, the department has stepped up attempts to rexsolve delinquent accounts upon completion of the 2008 filings. Funk said this has brought a “significant number of additional filings, receipts and pay plans.” As of Oct. 20, pay plans were up 26 percent, to 247, compared to 196 last year. Also during the meeting: • Safety Service Direc-
tor Ted Mack reported that the city will close on the purchase of Harmony Grove Apartments Nov. 23. The city is already at work demolishing the buildings on the site, to pave way for a parking lot as part of the Convention Center expansion. The buildings were condemned and the property was sold after health and building violations were found at the complex. • Council unanimously approved a revision of the Sharonville Civil Service rules and regulations.
A committee chaired by resident Paul Kattelman had reviewed the document and proposed the revisions. • The city’s prohibition of hunting will now carry a heftier penalty if violated after council approved an increase in the severity of the offense. It’s illegal to hunt within the city limits. Previously, the violation was a minor misdemeanor. Council voted, 7-0 to increase the severity to a fourth degree misdemeanor, which increases the fine and includes possible jail time.
Springdale teams up with firm for job retention program By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
City officials in Spring-
dale will work with Cincinnati Bell Technology Solutions in a job retention program that is expected to bring hundreds of jobs over the next decade. “Cincinnati Bell Technology Solutions, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cincinnati Bell, is a very growing business in information technology,” said Jeff Tulloch, Springdale’s economic development director. He said the agreement will bring 90 jobs to the area initially, and grow to 180212 jobs over 10 years. “This will add substantial payroll,” Tulloch said. “And it’s an excellent high tech-
nology business.” City council unanimously approved an ordinance authorize clerk of council/ finance director Kathy McNear to enter into an agreement with the company. During council’s Nov. 4 meeting, city Administrator Derrick Parham announced that the city would institute mandatory furloughs for city employees in 2010. Workers will take five days of choice, and the city will close certain public buildings on five other days. Departments that serve emergency needs, such as police and fire, will not be closed. They will be closed April
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2, May 7, Aug. 6, Oct. 22 and Nov. 26. “This will impact the residents,” Parh˜am said of the decision to close the buildings on Fridays. “We want to have the least amount of negative impact on them. “We are trying to save costs and in the long run, save jobs.” “It’s a very important thing to talk about,” Mayor Doyle Webster said. “There are ramifications. We want to make sure we didn’t have to lay anybody off. “We hope by not replacing retirees and implementing furloughs, it will negate having to lay people off.” Council also passed ordinances authorizing contracts with Donald White to serve as Mayor’s Court magistrate, Mark Piepmeier for prosecuting services and Jonathan Smith for public defender services for the city.
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Village Council approved an ordinance authorizing the purchase of a new fire truck for $399,898. the purchase of a new fire truck for $399,898. “After negotiating, we were able to reduce the cost by about $50,000 of the original estimate,” Moore said. “This is a cost to the village only every 20 years,” Alles-White reminded. The village is replacing a 1980 fire truck that’s no longer operational, Moore said. “This one will have a larger pump and will be more able to meet the needs of the village,” he said, “with a compressed air foam system. “This allows us to reduce the amount of water damage and fire knockdown time,” he said. Also during the meeting, Councilman Ralph Hoop reported that a recent open house at the former Eckstein school brought about 70 visitors.
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Walter Cummins, a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy, served on the U.S. Reynolds DE42 in the South Pacific as a gunner. He was awarded a diploma at age 92, at the Veterans Day ceremony at Princeton High School.
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Members of the a cappella choir rise, one by one, to call out names of fallen soldiers during the Veterans Day ceremony at Princeton High School.
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Thirteen military veterans or family members gather on stage to graduate during Princeton High School’s tribute.
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Princeton High School presented a salute to veterans during a ceremony in which 13 men who had left high school to serve in the military were awarded diplomas. The school’s a cappella choir and chamber orchestra performed music that included military hymns from all branches of service, as well as other patriotic selections. The presentation of colors by the Sharonville Police Color Guard was accompanied by a 21-gun salute by the Paul Vail VFW Post 4369 Color Guard. Members of the choir read names of those killed during military conflicts, and audience members who served in the military were recognized. Lt. Cmdr. Lance Armbruster, who also teaches English at Princeton High School, shared his thoughts and observations in a tribute to the veterans during the annual celebration. Those who received diplomas were: Alfred (Pete) Titus, Army, World War II; Eugene Foley, Navy, World War II; Walter Cummins, Navy, World War II; Charles Beesler, Air Force, Korean War; Charles Sawyer, Army, World War II (posthumously); Stanley Smith, Army, World War II (posthumously); George Stowe, Army , World War II, posthumously; Willie Williams, Marine, Vietnam; Harry Gentry, Navy, Vietnam; Daryl Williams, Navy Vietnam; Ramon Bowman, Army, Vietnam; Thomas Holloway, Marine, Vietnam; and Ricky Williams, Air Force, Vietnam.
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A flag unfurls as the background to performances by the Princeton High School a cappella choir and chamber orchestra during the graduation ceremony for veterans who left school to join the military and didn't receive a high school diploma.
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Princeton High School’s a cappella choir, background, listens as Principal William Sprankles, left, reads the name of each graduate, seated in foreground. A photo of each as he appeared during his military duty was displayed as Sprankles read a short military biography of each veteran.
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Members of each branch of military service rise to be recognized during the Veterans Day celebration at Princeton High School.
The Sharonville Police Color Guard processes in front of the stage at Matthews Auditorium as the Paul Vail VFW Post 4369 Color Guard presents a 21-gun salute.
SCHOOL NOTES Food drive
Princeton High School’s A Cappella Choir is one of many Tristate schools that have been invited by St. Vincent de Paul and STAR 64 to participate in the Holiday Carols show for a food drive. The school that collects the most canned goods and non-perishable items will be recognized in a special announcement within all four airings of the Holiday Carols. A special edition of “STAR 64 at the Movies” will be filmed at the winning school during the new year. Princeton will be collecting food drive items until Friday, Dec. 4. As a bonus, senior Frankie Anaya has agreed to cut his hair into a Mohawk if the school collects 2,010 items or dye his hair blonde if 5,000 items are collected. He will donate the hair to Locks of Love.
The food drive is to help St. Vincent de Paul feed those in need. For more information, contact Jamie Holdren (jholdren@princeton.k12.oh.us), Dana Zinnecker (dzinnecker@princeton.k12.oh.us) or call or 864-1552.
Spelling bee
Princeton Community Middle School is enrolled in the 2010 Scripps National Spelling Bee. WCPO-Channel 9 will be sponsoring the regional Spelling Bee program in the Tristate area on Feb. 13. Interested students will participate in Princeton’s Last Speller Standing where students will compete every Tuesday and Thursday after school until Nov. 19. Eliminations will occur during each competition. The winner of Last Speller Standing will
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Honor roll
Michelle Casey has been named to the 2009-2010 first quarter honor roll (first honors) at Roger Bacon High School. She lives in Evendale.
‘Witness for the Prosecution’
Moeller High School’s Theater Department will perform its fall drama “Witness for the Prosecution” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20-Nov. 22 in the school’s auditorium. The play, based on a short story by mystery writer Agatha Christie, tells the story of a young man accused of the murder of his elderly friend.
Local students performing in the drama include Bobby Whitacre of Sharonville. Tickets, available in the Moeller’s Spirit Shop, are $15 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, contact theater director Bob Hotze at BHotze@Moeller.org.
Volunteer hostess
Susan Kinman of Sharonville has offered to be a Gala Evening Volunteer Hostess for Mt. Notre Dame’s Grande Gala “Pearl of the Orient.” As hostess, Kinman will contact necessary committee chairs to gather information on the number of volunteers needed and coordinate student volunteers and adult volunteers for check-in times and assigned areas. The Grande Gala, slated for March 6, relies heavily on volunteers, sponsors, current and
past parents, alumnae and business community support. Sponsorship and donations on all levels are currently being accepted. All proceeds from the event will help support the school, including scholarship and tuition assistance opportunities. For more information, call special events director Jackie Siders at 821-3044, ext. 125.
Cookie dough sale
Fifth-graders at Evendale Elementary are selling Otis Spunkmeyer cookie dough to help fund their trip to Washington next spring. The tubs, which come in oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia nut, chocolate chunk and peanut butter, sell for $15 each. Tubs can be purchased from any fifthgrader or by contacting Marj Millennor at 8641209 or mmillennor@princeton.k12.oh.us.
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Five Ursuline Academy seniors signed their Division I National Letters of Intent on Nov. 11 during the first few hours of the NCAA early signing period. Included in the five is Desirae Ball, daughter of Eric and Michelle Ball of Evendale, signed with St. Louis University to play basketball. Desirae is a GGCL all-conference first-teamer in both basketball and soccer and a member of Hands Across the Campus.
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Ohio Northern University junior Abby Schaller, a McAuley High School graduate, had a solid week on the university’s volleyball team, the week of Nov. 2, with 24 kills, including eight kills and a season-high .538 hitting percentage (8-1-13) against the Blue Streaks in the quarterfinals, Nov. 3. Last week, The No. 6ranked Ohio Northern volleyball competed in the NCAA Tournament Regionals.
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The Southwest Ohio Basketball Officials School is conducting classes at the Blue Ash Public Library, 4911 Cooper Road, on the following times and days: • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21. • 6-9 p.m., Monday, Nov. 30. The classes will be at the Madeira Public Library, 7200 Miami Ave. as follows: • 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19. • 6-9 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23. • 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24. The class will be at St. Rita School for the Deaf, at Interstate 75 and Glendale-Milford Road, from noon to 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 29. Participants should attend as many sessions as possible. The class, which gives an opportunity to obtain an officiating permit in time to start the season, is approved by the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Cost is $110 per student and includes instruction, books, materials, testing fee and OHSAA permit fee and insurance package. Mail checks, payable to SWOBOS, with full name and address to 3016 Ambler Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241. This will insure a space in the class. Books will be mailed should students wish to study before the first class. Call Class Director Jerry Fick at 563-2755, or by e-mail at swdoc@fuse.net.
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In the Nov. 11 edition of the Tri-County Press, it was reported that Roger Bacon High School junior cross country runner Emily Richmond fell one spot short of qualifying for state as a sophomore. Richmond, however, finished 16th at regionals in 2008 and advanced to the state championships.
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The Wyoming High School football team has faced an interesting road in the postseason as the Cowboys have been forced to come from behind twice and have been successful both times. Their latest win, a 14-7 win over Monroe, was the team’s lowest offensive output since scoring only 28 against Reading in week four. “I think the character of our football players is our biggest strength right now,” head coach Bernie Barre said. “We’ve been down the last three games and we’ve been able to be poised and come from behind and never get flustered or rattled. We know if we just keep playing, eventually
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Wyoming quarterback Kyle Seyfried celebrates after scoring a touchdown. good things will happen.” The week 12 win was historic for the Cowboys as it marks the first time in program history that Wyoming has won 12 games in a season.
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“In the long and storied history of Wyoming football, no other team has won 12 games and that’s a great accomplishment for them,” Barre said. Wyoming will be looking to break the season win record it set last week when the Cowboys take on
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Wyoming's Evan Aleshire breaks a tackle on his way to the 55-yard gamewinning touchdown. Springfield Shawnee on Friday, Nov. 20. Springfield Shawnee, the No. 8 seed, has been the surprise team of the region. Shawnee capitalized on turnovers to defeat No. 1 Goshen 28-7 in round one and upset No. 4 Logan Elm 21-14 in round two. “They are a good offensive and defensive team so we’re going to have to play fundamentally sound football and keep doing the things we’re doing,” Barre said. The defense was back in form for Wyoming after two weeks of giving up more points than usual to Indian Hill and Eaton. “We played really well defensively,” Barre said, “Jibreel Black and Tony Davis played really well and Jacob Allsop had some big plays defensively as well.” Wyoming was down 7-0 against Monroe but rallied in the second half as quarterback Kyle Seyfried ran for a touchdown and also hit Evan Aleshire for a 56-yard touchdown for the game winning score. The Cowboys defense took over from there and held Monroe on
two drives near the end of the game. “Evan Aleshire made some big plays for us and Isaiah Nearor played really well offensively,” Barre said. “We played much better in the second half.” Monroe held a 260-250 advantage in yards but Wyoming outgained Monroe in the second half 187109. Wyoming has some experience in close games after a 50-49 win over Indian Hill for the CHL title in week 10, a 34-32 firstround win over Eaton, and now the 14-7 win over Monroe. The Cowboys challenger in the regional final, Springfield Shawnee, also knows a thing or two about winning close games. Shawnee upset Logan Elm 21-14 on a touchdown pass with 1.4 seconds remaining. Shawnee has several playmakers the Cowboys will have to prepare for, including Steven Sarven, who caught the game winning pass and is a threat with his feet, and quarterback Evan Storts, who is a more-than-capable runner.
Two more Vikings sign college letters By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com
Add two more to the list. Princeton High School, which had more than 20 student-athletes sign letters of intent last year, has two more seniors set to pursue collegiate athletics. Jordan Sibert, who will play basketball for Ohio State, and Marcus Davis, who will play baseball for Louisiana State, signed letters of intent Nov. 12. “They're two guys with outstanding athletic ability, but they're also two guys with outstanding character,” Vikings Athletic Director Scott Kaufmann said. “That makes them a wonderful find for two great colleges.” Sibert averaged 15.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 2.8 steals per game last season, as Princeton went undefeated in the GMC for the first time in 26 years and advanced to the Final Four for the first time since 1972. Sibert, a shooting guard, is one of four ESPNU Top 100 commits for Ohio State, which has the top-rated recruiting class for the class of 2010, according to ESPN.com; Syracuse, Memphis, Illinois and North Carolina round out the top five. The Buckeyes’ upcoming
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Princeton High School held its early period signing day on Nov. 12, as seniors Jordan Sibert, left, and Marcus Davis, right, signed letters of intent to play sports at the college level. Sibert will play basketball for Ohio State University, while Davis will play baseball for Louisiana State University. They are posing with Dr. Gary Pack, the Princeton City Schools superintendent. class is already being compared to the 2006 rendition, which featured current NBA players Greg Oden, Mike Conley, and Daequan Cook – a trio that led OSU to the national championship game in 2007. Joining Sibert will be Jared Sullinger, the top power forward prospect in the country, and small for-
ward J.D. Weatherspoon, both of whom play for Columbus Northland, which beat Princeton 60-58 in the state finals. “Jordan believes in his heart that we’re going back to state,” Kaufmann said. “We graduated some special kids, but we also have a good group coming back, and Jordan will be the cen-
terpiece of that.” Davis, meanwhile, played a reserve role on the Vikings’ basketball team last year and averaged 3.1 assists per game. On the diamond, he is considered one of the top prospects in the country. Davis led the GMC with a .500 batting average last season; he also scored 26
runs, had 17 RBIs and stole 13 bases. Although Davis will almost assuredly be drafted next spring, he plans to attend LSU, which has won six NCAA College World Series titles, including one in 2009. “His parents want him to go to college and get an education,” Kaufmann said. Kaufmann explained that it’s rare to have two athletes from one school sign with universities of this caliber so early in the school year. But he couldn’t be happier with the boys who will represent Princeton at the next level. “They are terrific young men, they always have a smile on their face and they’re humble,” he said. “I've been around athletes that can go in different directions, but Marcus and Jordan are high school kids who just happen to be good at sports. “The thing I like more than anything is that when you watch them play, they don't play for themselves. They play because they love to play. You can’t teach that. We’re excited for the scholarships, but these kids are also good people. It’s been a pleasure for me to watch them over the last four years.”
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CHCA’s Lloyd awaiting scholarship offers By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com
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Wyoming sophomore forward Michelle Jolson scores the second of her two goals and 27th of the season during Wyoming’s state Division II semi-final game at Cedarville University on Nov. 11. The Cowboys, ranked second in the state, battled Columbus Bexley, ranked first in the state, to a 2-2 draw through regulation and two fifteen minute overtimes. They eventually lost 3-2 on penalty kicks. Siler said the newcomers to the program always bring a fresh enthusiasm and the team’s success this year will help continue that enthusiasm. “It will bring an infectious energy to those younger players looking to make their mark,” she said. She was also pleased with the support during the postseason. “We had a student bus filled for the state semifinal game and we had great community support and that meant a lot,” Siler said.
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Several other senior football players at CHCA are also getting college looks. Quarterback Alec Swartz and running back Doyen Harris have received interest from The Citadel, while the Air Force Academy likes what it sees in Andrew Perkins. Swartz threw for more than 2,000 yards this season, and Harris averaged 7.8 yards per carry. Perkins, meanwhile, was second on the team in receiving yards (717) and first in yards per reception (18.9). goes on. But John’s handled it well so far. He keeps it in perspective.” Lloyd is also a standout baseball player. As a junior, he had nine wins, a 1.19 ERA and 52 strikeouts in 59.0 innings pitched. He also hit .429. But football comes first. At the Kohl’s National Invitational Scholarship Punting Camp, which was held in Wisconsin in July, Lloyd finished fifth out of 136 invited punters. “I’m sure everything will work out for him,” Taylor said. “He’s just got to keep plugging away.”
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Ta y l o r said that many of the schools listing Hagerup at the top of their list are now more Lloyd likely to give Lloyd scholarship consideration. Most schools, however, only carry one scholarship punter on their roster at a time; they prefer punters to walk on and earn a scholarship when the incumbent punter graduates. As a result, schools typically only offer scholarships to punters every few years. So Lloyd waits. “I think it's been a little stressful at times,” Taylor said. “A lot of kids right now are anxious. High school counselors are telling seniors to get their (college) applications in, and nonathletes have a good idea of what they want to do and where they want to go. But athletes are trying to base their decision on scholarships, so it gets a little nerve-racking as the year
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The search continues. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy senior John Lloyd, an all-state punter, remains undecided on his college choice. Several schools have expressed interest in him – including Ohio State, Cincinnati, Florida, Arkansas, Illinois, Vanderbilt and Northwestern – but none has issued a formal scholarship offer. “I think once the (college) season is over, schools will get back (to recruiting heavily),” CHCA head coach Eric Taylor said. Lloyd, who is one of the top punters in the country, averaged 44 yards per punt as a senior and saw 42 percent of his boots land inside the 20. “He’s a special player,” Taylor said. “He’s on every (ranking list) you can imagine.” The regional spotlight, however, has focused on Will Hagerup of Whitefish Bay, Wisc., who is arguably the top punting prospect in the Midwest. Listed as the No. 4 punter in America on Rivals.com, Hagerup had scholarship offers from a host of schools before recently committing to Michigan.
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The Wyoming High School girls’ soccer team suffered its first loss of the season in the state semifinal game. The Cowboys took the No. 1 team in the state to overtime and penalty kicks before finally falling. Head coach Kellie Siler said it was tough to talk to her team after the loss. “I just told them there was nothing I could say that would comfort them right then, but I told them to remember they were the winningest team in school history,” Siler said. “It’s amazing how much they accomplished this year and I’m so proud of them.” Chief among those accomplishments are district and regional championships and school records in wins (19) and shutouts (16). Wyoming surrendered only eight goals all season. Only two of them came in the heaviest months of the season, September and October. Siler said the team unity was the key to Wyoming’s success in the postseason. “The team philosophy of never giving up and never giving in was another key,” Siler said. The Cowboys certainly found ways to win in the postseason, as four of their six tournament wins came by one goal. Their last two tournament games went into overtime, including a 21 overtime win over Madeira for the regional title. Siler said a season like this should only help the program. “You can talk about goals all you want but you have to work hard to make dreams a reality and the girls learned how hard you have to work to make something happen,” she said. “The younger players got to see the level of work that’s needed and how to develop that team unity that’s so important.” The Cowboys should be a strong team again in 2010. While they lose several talented players, including goalkeeper Alexa Levick, there will be some strong players back in the mix for
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Conventional thinking Visitors to Cincinnati.com/ sharonville posted these comments to a story about work starting on an expanded Sharonville Convention Center: “A new casino could help them land more conventions.” VirginianCSA “Then you would have rampant spousal abuse, alcoholism, crime and drug abuse over at Glendale’s village square.” SeawayPlayboy
Pie in the sky? Visitors to Cincinnati.com/ evendale posted these comments to a story about a $200 million revitalization plan for GE Aviation’s headquarters: “Thank you taxpayers, you are paying for G.E. to revamp its plants and grow even larger. I know Osama Obama said he was going to do something about companies too big to fail and he did, he funded, with taxpayers money, G.E to grow even larger while undercutting small businesses to help ensure some of their demise. Also, we apologize to the other companies across America who Osama Obama and the communist nutjobs decided were not worth handing money too for nothing.Thanks, G.E.” tco123 “Thank you for saying Osama Obama. That shows me that you have the mindset
Visitors to Cincinnati.com posted these comments about voters approving several countywide tax issues, including levies for the libraries, MR/DD and Cincinnati Museum Center: “Thank you Queen City for helping to maintain one of your crown jewels, Union Terminal.” SilasWhowood “And for maintaining a second of your crown jewels: The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County! Thank you!” Marita “Thank you for continuing to look at our homes as ATMs.” VirginianCSA
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Blue Ash, Glendale, Evendale, Reading and Sharonville are part of an effort to make biking for both recreational and transportation purposes safer and easier for residents of all communities. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not? No responses. Is “Sesame Street” still relevant today, 40 years after its debut? What are your favorite memories of the show? “‘Sesame’was great for my kids and now my grandchildren are learning from and relating to it as well. I like the way this show uses music to enhance learning. I relate most to Oscar the Grouch.” G.G. “Ever since they bowed to political correctness and sent ‘Cookie Monster’ off into the twilight they lost me!” C.J.W. “‘Sesame Street’ is still relevant because teaching our youngest learners the basics of reading, math and good behavior never goes out of style. I love that the characters that kept me entertained are still around to entertain my children. The addition of new characters has allowed it to stay current while maintaining the same, loving format we enjoyed years ago. I cried when Big Bird told us that Mr. Hooper had died. No kids show today would take on the tough topic of death or some of the other issues they've handled over the years.” J.H. “We loved everything about ‘Sesame Street’ when my daughter was growing up, and it’s so much fun to see how much my grandchildren enjoy the same characters. I used to enjoy the send-ups of popular singers. It was over the kids’ heads, but I
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Next question What are your favorite locally owned stores for holiday/Christmas shopping? What do you like about them? Do you plan to participate in “Black Friday” shopping the day after Thanksgiving. Why or why not? If so, how early do you go? Every week The Tri-County Press asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to tricountypress@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. loved it! Bruce Stringbean’s ‘Born To Add,’ along with some of those other rock parodies, The Beetles and ‘Letter B’ and ‘Hey Food;’ Mick Swagger and the Cobble Stones singing ‘(I Can’t Get No) Co-Operation)’; Moe Cocker with ‘A Little Yelp From My Friends;’ Billy Idle with ‘Rebel L.’ Classic. S.H.M. “The mission is the same today as it was then. There are still kids who are being educated by it. Plus it has a following of people who grew up on it and are raising kids today. I always loved the skits with the aliens ... yep yep yep.” A.H. “Sesame Street was a big part of my twin granddaughters’ life. Courtney was very seriously attached to Grover and Sarah was attached to Big Bird. When Courtney had surgery on her left leg, so did Grover. They both came out of surgery sporting a beautiful pink cast on their left leg. Big Bird and Grover made a surprise visit on their fifth birthday and Sarah was frightened so that ended her relationship with him. But at almost 21 years old I am sure Grover is still in someone’s memory. P.S. I dressed as Cookie Monster myself in a Shriner parade 20 years ago and won a prize for our organization.” I.K.
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David Joyce, president and CEO, GE Aviation, speaks as the company announces its renewal for a long-term commitment to the state of Ohio, with plans for a $200-plus million revitalization plan. The revitalization includes a possible partnership with the University of Cincinnati, building a University of Cincinnati research facility on the Evendale campus. “Hamilton County you stink, 40 percent of people voted, and all tax increases passed. People do not trully understand or care about the issues any more, only take them at face value. Union terminal will not improve, they will take the money the used to spend on the building and pocket it and keep everything as is. Are prices gonna lower, improvements made? No and no. We funded drug court, do any of you know what the sucess rate or make up of the program is? No. If you did you would not have approved it? The library, look at what they have ... a huge waste of money. Go to the Blue Ash branch – more up-to-date videos than Blockbuster. That is not a library hurting for money, struggling to help the people. You just all funded bologna, wrapped in a pretty bow, and expect hard-working homeowners, the middle class, to fund
another $300 a year for $100,000 of property value. You are all fools. you must not own property. I bet if your rent on your apartment went up $300 a year you would vote no.” BigBradley “Never build or buy a house in Hamilton County. The lowlife parasites outnumber and outvote the hosts. Too many drones, not enough worker bees. Eventually the hive will collapse. I now have 16 ‘Crown jewels’ that the immoral" ‘something for nothing’ gang forces me to pay for under threat of eviction. I have to pay school district income tax on top of that! I think I will start looking for a new place in Kentucky or Indiana.Then I can just drive across the county and state line to get all the services that the people of Hamilton County get ,without paying the property tax which is about twice as high
Religious tolerance rears its ugly head again, darn it! Here we go again. In 1931 a group of well-meaning individuals erected a cross in a remote area of the Mojave desert to honor the dead of World War One. At that time, it was a normal reaction based in what was a means of respect for the majority of the fallen heroes. What is interesting is that it took 78 years for some intolerant person to voice an objection. Let me make my position very clear. As a non-Christian, I have defended the whole range of Christian beliefs in many religious arguments. I have also defended Muslims and would defend any other religion if the occasion presented itself. I have no intention of changing that position. Religious tolerance begins in acceptance, not in confrontation! Consider for a moment that many vicious attacks against individuals or populations are based on poorly understood religious differences. Yet, an unbiased reading of the religious scripts of all religions indicates remarkable similarities. This is particularly true concerning treating humans with kindness and dignity. Most religions claim their superiority on their treatment of all of humanity. So, where does that leave us in respect to the monument in question? Are we so biased that we will profane our
cherished beliefs by attacking someone who believes only a little bit differently? Having made my position on religion clear, let’s return to the monument. It was placed there Edward Levy by people who Community wanted to honor Press guest military personwho had columnist nel given their lives. It was not meant as an affront to any person or religion. The majority of those fallen heros were Christians. Those of us who are a minority and have other beliefs might have used a symbol of our faith had we been a majority and had the times and sentiment been the same. The times and sentiments have changed. One thing that has not changed is a universal respect for the sanctity of life. Another thing that has not changed is the respect and gratitude for fallen heros who gave their all to protect our lives and rights. If I have the opportunity to visit the area, my thoughts will be on the loss to the families of those selfless and honored soldiers. There will also be a reverence to a
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“Those of you who don’t like the tax rate in Hamilton County can move you know. Ask those who commute into the city from Warren and Clermont counties.” junk0514 “You do realize that Issue 4 and Issue 6 were both tax decreases, even though they passed, right? MRDD and the library were adding new taxes, and both of those put together are less than $40 a year.” TechNate “My frustration is this: I work in the city and pay city taxes and I live in a suburb of Cincinnati so truly am just as affected by city government as those living in the city limits, but I have no say whatsoever in who gets elected to city council and yet thousands of people who don’t own property have the right to vote on what tax levies are put on my property. How is this fair? And yes, I know some of the levies will actually decrease, but if voted down the tax would have been completely gone! I’m not saying these aren’t worthwhile issues – I’m just tired of property owners being responsible for providing everything to everyone. There has to be a way to spread it around more fairly.” LovesCincy
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“We are doing this because these are people who have worked for a public employer for many years, sacrificed regularly on behalf of the city and arguably
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Montgomery resident Beatrice Lampkin, professor emerita of the Pediatrics, Hematology/Oncology Division at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and founder of GLAD (Giving Life A Dream) House, Inc., was named a Jefferson Award winner. The Jefferson Awards were established in 1972 by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, former U.S. Sen. Robert Taft Jr. and Sam Beard, a program chair for each of the last seven presidents of the United States, as part of the American Institute for Public Service. It was designed to be a “Nobel Prize” for public and community service. Jefferson Awards are presented nationally and locally. National award recipients represent a “Who’s Who” of Americans, such as Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, Colin Powell, Bob Hope and Sandra Day O’Connor. Lampkin was the first female director of Hematology/Oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the first female director of a
hematology/oncology division in the country. She devoted her life to curing kids with cancer and now crusades for GLAD House, an organization that aims to improve the lives of children and their families by breaking the cycle of addiction and promoting mental health among children. Lampkin and two other members of the Outreach and Mission Committee of Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church in February 1993 came up with the idea for helping the children of substance-abusing parents. A year later, GLAD House was formed. To date, GLAD House has served more than 400 children and their families. “Dr. Lampkin has enriched countless lives at GLAD House and across the tristate region through her caring, compassionate medical expertise and her ability to befriend nearly every person she meets,” said Julia Robertson, marketing coordinator of the Hematology/Oncology Division. “These intangible qualities have immeasurable value.”
THINGS TO DO Lecture
Montgomery Woman’s Club will host its Woman’s Club Town Hall Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. at Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; and at 8 p.m. at Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road, Montgomery. The event is with author Lori Borgman. Cost is $35. Registration is required. Call 684-1632 or visit www. montgomerywomansclub.org.
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Hamilton County Park District is hosting Holiday in Lights from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. It is a one-mile, drive-through outdoor lights and themed figures display. The cost is $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans. Call 769-0393 or visit www.holidayinlights.com.
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The Container Store is hosting a gift wrapping and bow demonstration at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at 5901 E. Galbraith Road, Sycamore Township. Call 745-0600 or visit www.containerstore.com.
Psychic festival
The Victory of Light Psychic Festival is from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, at Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville. The event features vendors, seminars, intuitive readers, alternative healing practitioners and more. It is family friendly. The cost is $20 two days, $12; $2 off for seniors and students. Call 929-0406 or visit www.VictoryofLight.com.
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During Christmas 2006, Nancy DeCastro was lunching with friends, discussing meaningful and fulfilling volunteerism. A gingerbread house contest at Glendale Town Hall to benefit the Cincinnati Shriners Hospital for Children was just the ticket, and Houses of Hope was Evelyn born at a Jan. 5, meeting. Perkins 2007, Response was so Community great, they outgrew Press the town hall after the first year, so the columnist Shriners offered Shrine Center at 217 William Howard Taft Road. Last year the event earned the Cincinnati Enquirer “What Was Great in 08” award and drew 3,000 people on a snowy weekend. Contributions to the hospital for both years totaled $150,000. Sponsors donated generously. Myrna Stuart used the money to purchase medical equipment and underwrite summer camp for burn victims. She loves children. With her children and grandchildren living far away, participating in this fills a spot in her heart. Nancy and her sister Patti Baker are the hardworking co-chairs. Nancy credits Myrna with a big part of their success. Myrna envisioned choral and orchestral performances, so more than 30 area schools and civic groups provided vocal and instrumental music last year, adding flavor to the event. Participants were proud to be making this contribution to Shriners Hospital. Twenty renowned judges made the tough decisions last year, but you can vote for your favorite on a viewer’s choice ballot. The winner gets $1,000. Ribbons are also awarded, because the judges said there were too many good presentations to limit awards to first, second and third prizes. Some entrants donate their creations for a silent auction. There is a separate entry for the scouts. Troop leaders around the city teach these youngsters about what the Shriners Hospital does. Entries are welcome regardless of whether they are from high school or
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Myrna Stuart and Nancy DeCastro in Myrna’s Glendale home, holding the 2009 Houses of Hope brochure featuring gingerbread house successes and what's to come this year. college culinary students, young, old, professionals, or amateurs. An “Ah” moment came in 2007. A tyke about 6-years old arrived with his entry – a stable that was falling apart, broccoli stalks for trees that they had to prop up, a manger made from pretzel sticks and celery, and a peanut in the shell for the baby Jesus. Forty dedicated and talented volunteers pull this together, but they could use some help. Call Nancy at 7725119 or 607-5119 if you can volunteer to work a two-hour shift to watch over the gingerbread confections. Email to hohgingerbread@aol.com. Cindy Harlan Youse, owner of Grand Finale, donated a $1,000 gift certificate toward a commissioned piece of her artwork. Find gingerbread house kits, books, charms, ornaments, aprons and Tshirts for sale at the Fantasy and Frosting booth from Covington. A snack shop, Shriners clowns and photos with Santa round out your enjoyment.
One way or another, people from all over the Tristate area participate. Last year Nancy sent 110 invitations to retirement homes. From Madisonville to Anderson Township, Blue Ash to White Oak, Kenwood to Butler County, Avondale to Newport, Downtown to the Valley and everywhere in between, visitors came and volunteers planned, judged, sponsored, set up and cleaned up. The 2009 brochure features some of last year’s entries. They are fabulous! I don’t know how anyone selected the winners. You’ll be amazed at the creativity. Parking is free, and admission is only $5 for adults and $2 for children. Times: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, and Saturday, Dec. 5, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at the Shrine Center. There isn’t a better holiday treat! Evelyn Perkins writes a regular column about people and events in the Tri-County Press area. Send items for her column to 10127 Chester Road, Woodlawn, 45215, or call her directly at 772-7379.
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Coming up with holiday gift ideas can be stressful, but Nature’s Niche gift stores make it easy with a wide variety of unique items to choose from. Visitors can find great deals on nature-related gifts during the Holiday Open House, Friday, Nov. 20, through Sunday, Nov. 22. Nature’s Niche offers items like birdfeeders and books for the outdoorsman, games and toys for the kids as well as jewelry and handcrafted items for just about anyone. The Niche is the Charley Harper headquarters with Harper paintings, 2010 cal-
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dens on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual; $2 daily) is required to enter the parks. For more information, visit www.GreatParks.org or call Nature’s Niche at 9233665.
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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, N O V. 1 9
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Venus and Mars, 7:30 p.m. Wyoming Civic Center, 1 Worthington Ave. Plus-level Western square and round dance club for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Wyoming. Wyoming Historical Society Meeting, 7 p.m. Wyoming resident Amanda Wright Lane speaks about her great-grand-uncles, Orville and Wilbur Wright. Wyoming Presbyterian Church, 225 Wyoming Ave. Free. Presented by Wyoming Historical Society. 821-1361. Wyoming.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Wyoming Square Dance Class, 6:30 p.m. Wyoming Civic Center, 1 Worthington Ave. No prior dance experience necessary. Partners not guaranteed. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 812-656-8156. Wyoming.
COOKING EVENTS
Simple Thanksgiving Sides, 11 a.m. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.
EXERCISE CLASSES
Cardio Fit, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Weekly through Dec. 17. Sharonville Community Center, 10990 Thornview Drive. Cardio, toning and strengthening exercises. Low-impact modifications will be demonstrated. Fourweek class. Ages 16 and up. $28, $25 resident. Registration required. Presented by Sharonville Parks and Recreation Department. 563-2895. Sharonville.
LECTURES
Montgomery Woman’s Club Town Hall Lecture Series, 8 p.m. Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road. With author and family humorist, Lori Borgman. $35. Registration required. Presented by Montgomery Woman’s Club Inc. 684-1632; www.montgomerywomansclub.org/. Montgomery. F R I D A Y, N O V. 2 0
COOKING EVENTS Pass the Potatoes, 11 a.m. WilliamsSonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 7933445. Kenwood.
CRAFT SHOWS
Holiday Bazaar and Luncheon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hartzell United Methodist Church, 8999 Applewood Drive. Crafts, homemade holiday items, bake sale and more. 891-8527. Blue Ash.
FARMERS MARKET
Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill.
HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS
Holiday in Lights, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road. One-mile drive-through outdoor lights and themed figures display. $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. 769-0393; www.holidayinlights.com. Sharonville.
MUSIC - JAZZ
Eugene Goss & Triage, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Iron Horse Inn, 40 Village Square. Free. 7723333; www.ironhorseinn.com. Glendale.
ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER
And A Child Shall Lead, 7:30 p.m. Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road. True story of Jewish children who found hope in the midst of a WWII concentration camp. $6, $5. Tickets required. Presented by Sycamore Junior High School Drama Club. 686-1760, ext. 2594. Montgomery.
PUBLIC HOURS
Gorman Heritage Farm, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Gorman Heritage Farm, $5, $3 ages 3-17 and seniors, free for members. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale.
SPECIAL EVENTS
HorrorHound Weekend, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Early-admission ticket holders 4 p.m. Sheraton Cincinnati North Hotel, 11320 Chester Road. Shows and vendors with Elvira “Mistress of the Dark,” as the host. Film celebrities scheduled to appear: Michael Gross, Courtney Gains, Jenny Wright, Chris Durand, Tom Savini, and others. Three-day pass: $45, $30 advance; day pass: $20, $17.50 advance. Presented by HorrorHound. 800906-1027; www.horrorhoundweekend.com. Sharonville. S A T U R D A Y, N O V. 2 1
ART EXHIBITS Natural Selections, noon-4 p.m. Raymond Walters College Muntz Hall. Free. 745-5600; www.uc.edu/darwin. Blue Ash. COOKING EVENTS
Thanksgiving Essentials, 11 a.m. WilliamsSonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.
CRAFT SHOWS
Holiday Bazaar and Luncheon, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Hartzell United Methodist Church, 891-8527. Blue Ash. Sycamore Arts & Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road. More than 180 vendors and artists. Musical performances, bake sale, raffle, and more. Benefits Sycamore Community Schools’ instrument departments. Free. Presented by Sycamore Band & Orchestra Boosters. 686-1770; www.sbob.org. Montgomery. Holiday Craft Sale, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Meier’s Wine Cellars, 6955 Plainfield Road. Free. Presented by RMAS, LLC Productions. 3515888. Silverton.
EXERCISE CLASSES
A Laughter Yoga Experience, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Combines laughter exercises and yoga breathing to give health benefits of hearty laughter. $10. Registration required. 985-6732; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.
FARMERS MARKET
Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.
FESTIVALS
Victory of Light Psychic Festival, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road. Vendors, seminars, intuitive readers, alternative healing practitioners and more. Individual readings available for fee. Family friendly. $20 two days, $12; $2 off for seniors and students. Presented by Victory of Light Psychic Festival. 929-0406; www.VictoryofLight.com. Sharonville.
HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS
Holiday in Lights, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Sharon Woods, $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. 769-0393; www.holidayinlights.com. Sharonville.
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HOLIDAY THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving Crafts, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. Parents and children make crafts to celebrate holiday. Free, parking permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
MUSIC - CLASSICAL
Music at Ascension Chamber Concert Series, 7 p.m. Featuring Sycamore High School choirs with Kenneth Holdt, director. Ascension Lutheran Church, 7333 Pfeiffer Road. Free, donations accepted. 793-3288. Montgomery.
MUSIC - JAZZ
Nate White CD Release Party, 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Rhinos Live, 11473 Chester Road. Free buffet. No gym shoes or baseball hats. Ages 25 and up. Family friendly. $15. Tickets required. 289-0138. Sharonville.
MUSIC - WORLD
Lagniappe, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. New Orleans To Go, 139 W. Kemper Road. Cajun. 671-2711. Springdale.
RECREATION
Climb-A-Thon, 10 a.m.-noon, RockQuest Climbing Center, 3475 E. Kemper Road. Climbers raising most money win prizes. Benefits Hearing Speech and Deaf Center Greater Cincinnati. $10 per climber with minimum of $50 raised from sponsorship. 509-7739; syurkowski@cinbell.blackberry.net; www.hearingspeechdeaf.com. Sharonville.
SPECIAL EVENTS
HorrorHound Weekend, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Early-admission ticket holders 10 a.m. Sheraton Cincinnati North Hotel, Three-day pass: $45, $30 advance; day pass: $20, $17.50 advance. 800-906-1027; www.horrorhoundweekend.com. Sharonville.
PROVIDED.
Hamilton County Park District is hosting Holiday in Lights from 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6-9 p.m. SundaysThursdays, starting Friday, Nov. 20, at Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. It is through Jan. 2. It is a one-mile, drive-through outdoor lights and themed figures display. The cost is $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. Call 769-0393 or visit www.holidayinlights.com.
FESTIVALS
Victory of Light Psychic Festival, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center, $20 two days, $12; $2 off for seniors and students. 929-0406; www.VictoryofLight.com. Sharonville.
HOLIDAY THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving Crafts, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sharon Woods. Free, parking permit required. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
ON STAGE - THEATER
The Magic of Chuck Arkin, 3 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Professional magic show. Part of Family Time Series. $6, $5 advance by Nov. 20. Reservations recommended. 722-7226. Amberley Village. Our Town, 3 p.m. Mayerson JCC, $15, $12 ages 11 and under. 793-6237. Amberley Village.
RECREATION
The Second Time Around, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road. Four couples: one age mid-late 60s, two age mid-late 40s, one age 19-21. Cold readings from script. Production dates: Feb. 19-27. 471-2030. Sharonville.
Holiday in Lights 5k Run/Walk, 5 p.m. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road. Registration 3:30 p.m. at Sharon Woods Training Center. A 3.1-mile or 2-mile run/walk through Holiday in Lights route. Includes awards. Post race activities include food in heated tent. Benefits Hamilton County Parks Foundation and City of Sharonville Christmas Fund. Family friendly. $30, $25 ages 12 and under; $25, $20 ages 12 and under before Nov. 19. Registration required, available online. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; holidayinlights.com. Sharonville.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
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Who-Dey Sundeys, 1 p.m. Sluggers Rockin’ Sports Cafe, 10765 Reading Road. Bengals football, food, drink specials, contests and giveaways. Free. 956-3797. Evendale.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Big Band Dance, 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Maple Knoll Big Band. Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, auditorium. Includes snacks and soft drinks. Couples and singles welcome. Free dance lessons 1-2 p.m. $10. Presented by WMKV 89.3 FM. 782-4399. Springdale.
HorrorHound Weekend, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sheraton Cincinnati North Hotel, Three-day pass: $45, $30 advance; day pass: $20, $17.50 advance. 800-906-1027; www.horrorhoundweekend.com. Sharonville. M O N D A Y, N O V. 2 3
AUDITIONS
The Second Time Around, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 471-2030. Sharonville.
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ART & CRAFT CLASSES
Drawing, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Sharonville Community Center, 10990 Thornview Drive. Learn techniques to improve abilities for beginners and up. Pencils and charcoal will be used. Supplies provided. Ages 8-12. $20, $17 residents per session. Registration required. 563-2895. Sharonville.
BARS/CLUBS
Cornhole Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Sluggers Rockin’ Sports Cafe, 10765 Reading Road. Through Feb. 23. 965-3757. Evendale.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Circle Singers Rehearsals, 7:15 p.m.-9 p.m. Cottingham Retirement Community, 3995 Cottingham Drive, chapel. All voices welcome. No auditions. Perform in concerts. Bill Osborne, director. Ages 16 and up. Presented by Circle Singers. 541-1614; www.geocities.com/circlesingers. Sharonville.
COOKING EVENTS
Festive Drinks, 11 a.m. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.
FOOD & DRINK
Lobster Tuesdays, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Iron Horse Inn, 40 Village Square. Reservations recommended. 772-3333. Glendale.
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BARS/CLUBS Thanksgiving Eve Happy Hour Party & Cornhole Turkey Shoot, 3 p.m. Sluggers Rockin’ Sports Cafe, 10765 Reading Road. Drink specials 3-8 p.m. with free happy hour food buffet 5:30-6:30 p.m. Includes cornhole turkey shoot, $5 entry fee. Door prizes, raffles and more. Music DJ Pudgedogg. Fiftycent drafts 8 p.m.-close. Ages 21 and up. $5. 965-3757; www.myspace.com/sluggersbar. Evendale. CIVIC
Computer and TV Recycling Drop-Off, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2trg, $20 TVs over 60 pounds, $10 TVs under 60 pounds, free for other items. 946-7766. Blue Ash.
COOKING CLASSES
Mixing It Up … Kids in the Kitchen, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Celebration. Thanksgiving goodies with whimsical twist. The Growing Room, 7754 Camargo Road. $25. Reservations required. 8913560. Madeira.
COOKING EVENTS
Last Minute Thanksgiving Tips, 11 a.m. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.
FARMERS MARKET
Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.
BARS/CLUBS
Monday Night Football Madness, 8 p.m. Sluggers Rockin’ Sports Cafe, 10765 Reading Road. With “Drinko Plinko” game and prizes. 956-3797. Evendale.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Contra Dance, 8 p.m.-10 p.m. The Center for the Arts, 322 Wyoming Ave. Wear soft-soled shoes. No partner needed. Beginner’s workshop 7:30 p.m. $4, $1 ages 20 and under, free first time for newcomers. Presented by Cincinnati Contra Dancers. 859-291-6197; www.cincinnaticontradance.org. Wyoming.
COOKING CLASSES
Williams-Sonoma Tech Class, 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Classics. Williams-Sonoma. Free. Registration required. 793-3445. Kenwood.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Walgreens, 3105 Glendale Milford Road. Fifteen-minute screening. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Evendale. PROVIDED
Rhonda Coullet is Vera Sanders, Christopher Marchant is Dennis Sanders, Bobby Taylor is Stanley Sanders and Tess Hartman is June Sanders in Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's production of “Sanders Family Christmas: More Smoke on the Mountain.” The comedy runs through Dec. 31 in the Playhouse’s Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre. For tickets call 513-4213888 or visit www.cincyplay.com.
KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC
Karaoke, 8 p.m. Sluggers Rockin’ Sports Cafe, 10765 Reading Road. With DJ Julie J. 9563797. Evendale.
PROVIDED
Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will play the Aronoff Center through Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Saturday; and at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. It is the musical story of showbiz buddies putting on a show at a Vermont inn. Tickets are $24.50-$64.50. Call 1-800-982-2787 or visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/cincinnati.
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November 18, 2009
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Has marriage become too frail to carry our dreams? Marriage is being scrutinized today because of its disappearing stability. So is the earth being scrutinized because of its disappearing glaciers. So is organized religion because of its disappearing congregations. Whenever crucial elements of life start fading our concern for them escalates. We worry about marriage because of its immense impact on the collective and individual welfare of society. Our country has the highest divorce rate in the world. “We divorce, re-partner and remarry faster than people in any other country,” says Andrew Cherlin, a Johns Hopkins sociologist, in his book, “The MarriageGo-Round.” A recent column in Time magazine (Aug. 24 and 31) addressed the same concern titled, “Americans Marry Too Much.” It expressed a legitimate worry about our kids, “American kids are more likely than those in other developed countries to live in a household with a
revolving cast of parents, stepparents, and live-in partners moving in and out of Father Lou their lives Guntzelman – a pattern Perspectives which is definitely not good for children.” Cherlin was amazed to find out that American kids born to married couples experienced 6 percent more household disruption by age 15 than Swedish kids born to unmarried parents. “Remember, we’re talking about the ‘avant-garde’ Swedes compared to the ‘conservative’ Americans,” Cherlin says. The bottom line is that while marriage is good for kids, it’s best when it results in a stable home. Or, as Cherlin puts it, “Many of the problems faced by American’s children stem not from parents marrying too little but rather too often.” What’s gone wrong? It would take volumes to try
to assess. One factor is that most couples still embark on the marriage journey believing that “all we need is love and good sex.” Interestingly, too many still mistake infatuation and active hormones as convincing proof that love exists. Nor do they realize what else is needed even when genuine love is present. M. Bridget Brennan and Jerome L. Shen, in their book “Claiming Our Deepest Desires,” point out important elements missing in today’s new marriages: “Navigational tools of communication, conflict resolution, deep listening, willingness to admit errors and wrongdoings, a sense of humor, trust and emotional maturity are all necessary in a good and lasting marriage.” To these I would add a solid sense of commitment. That’s not just a casual promise but a vow from the deepest core of ourself, that come good times or bad, we’ll both work on our relationship throughout life. A marriage relationship
A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial pre-marriage “preparation courses” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level. is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial premarriage “preparation courses” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level. Few expect a lifetime of work. We do not know our self or our spouse as well as we think we do. And what we don’t know can hurt us. Marriage is a process of self-discovery as well as
spouse-discovery. That’s why Gary and Betsy Ricucci quipped to newlyweds, “One of the best wedding gifts God gave you was a full-length mirror called your spouse. Had there been a card attached, it would have said, ‘Here’s to helping you discover what you’re really like.’ ” Psychologically and spiritually the other human we marry is, in the truest sense, to be a helpmate in our selfawareness and growth.
The process of self-discovery and spouse discovery is an unending challenge. We are either going forward, going backward, or trying to live our relationship on cruise control – which means coasting along effortlessly. Yet, can anything loving, enduring and beautiful ever be constructed without personal effort? Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at s or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.
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Life
Rita’s readers resurrect Fern’s beloved chili Writing this column week after week never gets “old” to me. As I’ve mentioned before, it’s the sharing of recipes and stories that make it a popular read. Apparently Fern Storer, food editor at the Cincinnati Post for a very long time, had Rita the same Heikenfeld r e l a t i o n with Rita’s kitchen ship her readers. When Pam Timme asked for Fern’s chili recipe, I had no idea the response would be so great. I figured a few of you might have a copy. Well, not only did I get a couple dozen responses; one reader offered to send me a copy of Fern’s cookbook (and I will definitely accept!). So thanks, thanks, thanks to all of you who
shared recipes and stories of this unique lady. I wish I had met her. I understand she was an enthusiastic gardener, as well. I know my Mom liked Fern’s recipes, and that to me was a great endorsement. I made the chili during a demo at Macy’s on Saturday, and everyone loved the mild taste and thick consistency.
Fern Storer’s chili
Jean King, a Loveland reader, brought this in personally to me. By the way, Fern was a very detailed recipe writer. She wanted her readers to be able to recreate her recipes without one problem. Here’s my adaptation from her 1989 cookbook. Mount Healthy reader Rob Hiller sent me the recipe, as well, along with the Cincinnati chili story Fern had as a sideline. Rob substituted 1⁄4 each ground cloves and allspice
Taste of Lebanon
St. Anthony of Padua Church’s fall festival will take place noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22. The church is located at 2530 Victory Parkway, East Walnut Hills. The festival will feature authentic Lebanese cuisine made by the St. Anthony of Padua parishioners. Traditional dishes such as kibbee, falafel, stuffed cabbage rolls and grape leaves, hummus, salad, and green beans and rice will be available. There will be pastries for dessert. Food items are purchased à la carte and carryout is available. Parking is free. For details, call 513-961-0120. for the 6 whole called in the recipe. 1 pound ground beef (not hamburger – I used sirloin) 6 each: whole cloves and allspice, tied in cheesecloth, coffee filter, tea ball, etc. or 1 ⁄4 teaspoon each ground 1 ⁄2 of a medium-size onion, more if you like, chopped (I used about 1 cup) 1 clove garlic, finely minced, or 1⁄4 teaspoon powdered garlic or garlic salt (I used a teaspoon fresh garlic) Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chili powder (start with 2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 28 oz. diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon brown sugar (I didn’t use) 1 ⁄4 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce, optional (I didn’t use) 1-2 regular size cans kidney beans with their liquid 1 ⁄2 cup dry red wine (a mellow burgundy), optional but good (I didn’t use) Cook ground beef until red color is almost gone. Add everything but beans
and wine. Simmer gently and cook uncovered, about 20 minutes. Add beans and wine and cook another 15 minutes or so. It will be fairly thick. If it becomes thicker than you like, a cup or so of water may be added. Also, if you cool and refrigerate it, you will probably need to add a little water to the amount you reheat. This will make eight to 10 generous servings.
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Reader Laurel Muhlenbruch shares this favorite recipe. She also shared a wonderful carrot cake recipe from her mother-in-law, Doris Szegda, who lives in Canandaigua, N.Y. The carrot cake is a much requested holiday and birthday cake recipe. It’s in our online version of this column at www.communitypress.com.
20 oz. pineapple chunks or crushed 2 cups mini-marshmallows 2 tablespoon flour 1 ⁄2 cup sugar 11⁄2 tablespoon white or cider vinegar 1 egg, well beaten 8 oz. Cool Whip 11⁄2 cups chopped cocktail nuts 2 cups diced Jonathan apples, unpeeled Drain pineapple, keep juice. Mix pineapple chunks and marshmallows, refrigerate overnight. In saucepan over low heat, heat juice, sugar, flour, egg and vinegar. Stir continually and cook until thick. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.
Riley’s Restaurant honored as Citizen of Year Ken and Gloria Riley, owners of Riley’s Restaurant in Springdale, were honored by the Springdale Chamber of Commerce at the Taste of Springdale Business Expo Oct. 11 as the 2009 Corporate Citizen of the Year. The restaurant also received the People’s Choice Award for this year’s Taste of Springdale. Both awards
were presented by Julie Matheny, executive director of the Springdale Chamber of Commerce. “We’re beginning our third year of business in Springdale and love being part of this community,” Ken said. “We’re honored and humbled by this recognition.” The Corporate Citizen of the Year award reads: “There
are two kinds of businesses in the world-those who procrastinate and those who jump at every opportunity. You always take the initiative, jumping at the chance to get involved, never hesitating to take the lead. Your enthusiasm inevitably kicks others into gear.” Riley’s opened its Springdale site in September 2007.
Since that time, Riley’s created the “Big Ash Fish Toss,” a fundraiser that supports the work of Springdale Offering Support (SOS), and participated in a weekly farmer’s market that brings fresh produce to the community. Riley’s supports WMKV (the radio station at Maple Knoll Village), S.O.U.L. Ministries at the Springdale
Nazarene Church and events at Vineyard Community Church including the PROM, Serve, Eat & Play and Summer of Service. “We’ve enjoyed meeting new friends from Springdale and establishing ourselves in a new part of town,” said Gloria. Riley’s is located at 11568 Springfield Pike. Call 771-3361 or visit www. rileysgreatmeals.com.
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Ken and Gloria Riley of Riley’s Restaurant in Springdale receive the Corporate Citizen of the Year award from Julie Matheny, executive director of the Springdale Chamber of Commerce.
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Local children perform in ‘Nutcracker’ forming in “The Nutcracker” are Lily Anderson, Meredith Glover, Daniel Durrett and Gwyneth Fletcher. The talented kids have been hard at work since their September audition. To put extra sparkle in this year’s production, they have been rehearsing every weekend, in addition to completing their regular dance and academic studies.
Nutcracker performances begin Dec. 16 at The Aronoff Center. There are 13 performances between Dec. 16-Dec. 27, including two student matinees. Tickets are $30 to $70. They are available at The Cincinnati Ballet Box Office at 621-5282, Aronoff Box Office at 621-2787 or online at www.cincinnatiballet.com.
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The Sharonville Chamber of Commerce will offer the Business Connection Lunch “Is a Crisis Looming?” 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Elements Conference and Event Centre, 11974 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. Dennis Propes, Sharonville health commissioner, and Tom Weissbrod of Avanulo Consulting will answer questions businesses have on the H1N1 virus, including symptoms of the virus and being prepared in case of an outbreak. Cost is $25 for chamber members and $35 for nonmembers. To register, contact the chamber at 554-1722 or info@sharonvillechamber. com.
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Social media networking expert Michael Loban returns to the Great Oaks Return to Work Resource Center at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, to share tips for using social networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter and others in searching for jobs. The session is free. The Return to Work
Resource Center, a free resource for job seekers, is located on the Scarlet Oaks Campus, 3254 E. Kemper Road, Sharonville, in the Adult Workforce Development office (entry 3 on the
east side of the building). For more information, contact Lisa Slutsky at 7718925 or slutskyl@ greatoaks.com.
instructional segments created by Park District staff, including golfing and fishing tips, video of the first official mountain bike trail in Hamilton County and a segment on the SoloRider, a modified golf cart for golfers with disabilities. • In the category of facility, the Hamilton County Park District received the honorable award of “Outstanding” for the Winton Woods Warehouse Project completed in summer 2009. The award recognizes the building addition as an improvement to the functionality of the organization. The project included a 2,800 square foot addition to an existing warehouse for storage and office space, an enlarged entrance area and a canopy built over the warehouse shipping and receiving area. Winners will be recognized Sunday, Jan. 24.
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Nothing warms the holiday heart like “The Nutcracker.” This classic ballet certainly does for 86 children from Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky, who are preparing to kick off the 2009-2010 season presentation of Cincinnati Ballet’s Frisch’s presents “The Nutcracker.” Wyoming residents per-
protection and enhancement of nature resources. The program provides bow hunters an opportunity assist the parks in manage nuisance deer population, which are harming vegetation growth and affecting other animal habitats. Hunters who apply are required to have an Ohio hunting license, deer tags and pass a strict qualification process, including a written safety test and an archery proficiency test. • In the category of marketing (new media/electronic media,) the Hamilton County Park District received top award of “Superior” for the Park District YouTube Channel created in spring 2009. The award recognizes the site as an outstanding promotional tool used to communicate to external audiences. The Park District uses the site to post recreational video and
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Wyoming residents performing in “The Nutcracker” are, from left: Lily Anderson, Meredith Glover, Daniel Durrett and Gwyneth Fletcher.
The Hamilton County Park District is pleased to accept four prestigious awards, three being top awards, from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association in areas of park area development, natural resource management, and marketing and facility. Each year OPRA showcases Ohio’s best parks by honoring programs and projects that have made extraordinary commitments to Ohio communities. • In the category of park area development, the Hamilton County Park District received the top award of “Superior” for the Winton Woods Campground expansion project completed in May. The award recognizes the expansion as a substantial recreational improvement that provides outstanding service to the community. The $2.6 million expansion included an addition of eight deluxe cabins, 25 full hookup back-in RV sites, 12 pull-through full hookup RV sites and a new 2,600 square foot campground office with retail and a snack bar. Other improvements included a new entrance and parking area, activity shelter, playground and RV dump station. • In the category of natural resource management, the Hamilton County Park District received the top award of “Superior” for the controlled bow hunting program created in 2005 to reduce the number nuisance deer within park boundaries. The award recognizes outstanding achievement in
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Art therapy benefits St. Joseph Home residents It is not just the appreciation of beauty that makes art accessible to everyone. It can also be the thrill of the creative process, or even the physical experience of moving paint on paper. The 48 children and adults with intellectual and physical challenges who are residents of St. Joseph Home in Sharonville were given the opportunity to experience art through Mneme Therapy, a type of art therapy designed to improve the quality of life of individuals with autism, Alzheimer’s disease and other disorders of the brain. Angie Everett, an art therapist with the organiza-
tion Art Without Boundaries, visited St. Joseph Home once a week to work with the residents one on one to create beautiful paintings. Mneme therapy uses everyday pleasures such as singing, movement, painting and storytelling in a unique combination to stimulate dramatic changes in the brain. Everett adapted the process beautifully for St. Joseph Home residents, capturing their attention with songs and stories, and having the resident make the choice of design. More intervention is required with St. Joseph Home residents than
for autistic children, as the paintings are done hand over hand, but the residents were fully engaged in the process. The results were nothing short of amazing. Each painting truly speaks of the beauty found in nature and in the hearts and souls of these individuals. On Oct. 22, St. Joseph Home held an art show for residents and families, where the resident’s framed paintings could be purchased, with all proceeds benefiting the St. Joseph Home Summer Camp program. St. Joseph Home of Cincinnati creates a home
for non-ambulatory infants, children, and adults who have severe/profound mental and physical disabilities. Attention to the individual’s medical, social, educational and spiritual development reveals the uniqueness of each person. The Home, a non-profit ministry of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, offers a creative, loving environment for those in the residential and respite programs. Compassionate care and respect for the dignity of life are the hallmarks of St. Joseph Home. For more information or to make a donation, visit www.saintjosephome.com.
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John, a St. Joseph Home resident, with Angie Everett of Art Without Boundaries
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largest Christmas project, Cincinnati residents are packing shoe box gifts for children in more than 100 countries suffering from natural disaster, war, terrorism, disease, famine and poverty. From Cincinnati, the shoe box gifts will be sorted and sent using whatever means necessary – sea containers, trucks, trains, airplanes, boats, camels, even dog sleds – to reach
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suffering children around the world. Operation Christmas Child uses tracking technology that allows donors to “follow your box” to the destination country where it will be hand-delivered to a child in need. To register shoe box gifts and find out what country they are delivered to, use the EZ Give donation form found at www.samaritanspurse.org. Local collection sites: • Faith Bible Church, 8130 E. Kemper Road, Cincinnati, 45249; 4891114 • Amelia Relay Center, 2966 N. Durham Road, Amelia, 45102; 797-0207 • Immanuel At Lakewood Baptist Church, 4008 Westwood Northern Blvd., Cincinnati, 45211; 6627729 In 2008, the Cincinnati area contributed 20,598 boxes to the Operation Christmas Child effort. This year, organizers hope to collect 22,000 gift-filled shoe boxes from families, kids, churches, schools and civic organizations in the area. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, a project of international Christian relief and evangelism organization Samaritan’s Purse, headed by Franklin Graham, has delivered more than 68 million gift-filled shoe boxes to needy children in some 130 countries. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call (local number) or visit www.samaritanspurse.org. National Collection Week is Nov. 16-23.
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Mother/Daughter Circle will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, in the church kitchen to make gingerbread houses. Call the church to make a reservation. Watch for Cookies and Santa from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. The event features games, crafts, clowns, refreshments and have your picture taken with Santa. It is free. Advent Vesper Service is at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6. The event features “Journey of Promises” by Joseph Martin with choir and full orchestra. It is free. The Drive Through Nativity is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. It features live animals. Live actors tell the Christmas story in 10 scenes. It is free. Kids Morning Out is from 9 a.m. to noon every Monday through Thursday. It is open to children 6 months-kindergarten. The cost is $10 for one child and $15 for families of two or more. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 791-3142; www.cos-umc.org.
Montgomery Assembly of God
The Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Holiday Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at Montgomery Assembly of God. It is free and open to all ages. Enjoy the festive sounds of Christmas, as the Orchestra joins the Cincinnati Brass Band, the Cincinnati Boychoir and the Cincinnati Choral Society. Also, a tribute to composer Bonia Shur, director of Liturgical Arts at Hebrew Union College. Call 232-0949. The church is at 7950 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-6169.
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.com, with “Religion” in the subject line. Fax to 248-1938. Call 2488600. Mail to: Tri-County Press, Attention: Teasha Fowler, Religion news, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, OH 45140. Sunday. The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.
our half day programs at SUMC Nursery School and Kindergarten. Registration for 2010-11 begins in January. To learn more, visit sumcns.org. The church is hosting a traditional Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day from noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. The Thanksgiving meal is open to members of the community as well as church members and will be held in the church’s Fellowship Hall. Reservations are required. Make a reservation by calling the Church office at 563-0117 by Friday, Nov. 20. This meal is hosted by the church and there is no charge to attend; however, attendees may wish to bring a covered dish. The church is at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117.
Trinity Community Church
The church is hosting a Holiday Vendor Event. Enjoy an afternoon of shopping from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Admission is $1. Refreshments and a raffle will be available to purchase. The church is hosting a free community dinner at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24. All are welcome. Call the church office at 791-7631 for further information. The church is at 3850 East Galbraith Road, Dillonvale; 791-7631.
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Sharonville United Methodist Church has services; 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. are traditional worship format, and the 9:30 a.m. service is contemporary. SUMC welcomes all visitors and guests to attend any of its services or special events. November is Preview Month at Sharonville United Methodist Church Nursery School and Kindergarten; a State of Ohio “Step Up to Quality” pilot school located in Sharonville on Creek Road. If you are interested in enrolling your child (2-K) for the second half of this year or for all the next year, call 563-8278 or email Director Barbara Pendleton at rsumcnsdirector@hotmail.com. They are “playing to learn” during their 41st year of teaching young children. There will be many events planned for all the children. Many developmentally appropriate learning choices in a Christian setting are offered to students during
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Topics to be addressed include financial issues, lifestyle and partner choice, weddings and other life cycle events, childrearing opinions and other everchanging realities of parentadult child relationships. Nemzoff is a resident scholar at Brandeis University’s Women’s Studies Research Center and an adjunct assistant Professor at Bentley University. Her academic training is in American Studies at Barnard College, in counseling at Columbia University and in Social Policy at Harvard University. Register at www.jfscinti. org or contact Sandee at Jewish Family Service at sgolden@jfscinti.org or 7663352.
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United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. Meghan Howard, Pastor Church School for all ages 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpopumc.com
St. Martin Dr Porres Catholic Church
9927 Wayne Ave * Lincoln Hts, Ohio 45215 513-554-4010 Pastor: Fr Thomas Difolco African American in History & Heritage Roman Catholic in Faith & Practice Services: Saturday at 7:00p & Sunday at 10:00a You are always welcome at St. Martin de Porres
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EPISCOPAL ChristChurchGlendaleEpiscopalChurch 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote The Reverend Laura L Chace, Deacon 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-11 Healing intercessory prayer all services
LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church (LCMS)
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New Church of Montgomery
The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Divine Providence Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The church is located at 9035 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 4899572.
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RELIGION Ascension’s Sunday worship service is at 10 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum begin at 9 a.m. A nursery is provided during the worship service. The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288; www.ascensionlutheranchurch. com.
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8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "So You Think You Are Blessed!" Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am Nursery Care Provided
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PRESBYTERIAN Northminster Presbyterian Church
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Monfort Heights United Methodist Church
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Mt Healthy United Methodist Church
Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Worship 11:30 - 12:30 Healing Service, last Sunday of the month at 5 pm "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".
Sharonville United Methodist
8:15 & 11am Traditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services
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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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St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale
Pastor: Jessica Taft 385-9077
6350 Springdale Rd. Cinti, OH
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Arrests/citations
Tatrina Early-Hamilton, 37, 8703 Wells Drive, theft at Showcase Springdale, Oct. 24. Ryan Davis, 33, 1818 Lawn St., theft at 2801 Cunningham Drive, Oct. 26. Bobbie Jo Brown, 49, 5724 Valley View, theft at 2801 Cunningham Drive, Oct. 28. Elisha Williams, 18, 711 Adams Road, theft at 10500 Reading Road, Oct. 28. Ashley Fletcher, 18, 10430 Woodleigh, domestics violence at 10430 Woodleigh Road, Oct. 26. Matthew Fletcher, 44, 10430 Woodleigh, domestic violence at 10430 Woodleigh Road, Oct. 26.
Incidents/investigations Criminal damaging or endangering
Phone line cut outside her home at 4000 Glendale Milford Road, Oct. 22.
Domestic violence
Male reported at Woodleigh Lane, Oct. 26.
Theft
Merchandise valued at $22.12 not paid for at 10765 Reading Road, Oct. 24. Purse and contents of unknown value removed at 9840 Reading Road, Oct. 25.
GLENDALE
Arrests/citations
Kisshiya Israel, 24, 615 Van Roberts Place, Cincinnati, failed to appear on traffic charge in Mayor’s Court, Nov. 7. Monica Bell, 32, 11575 Newhope Drive, Cincinnati, failure to pay fines and costs owed to Mayor’s Court, Nov. 7. Emily Stang, 24, 8033 Spring Leaf Drive, Cincinnati, failure to pay fines and costs owed to Mayor’s Court, Nov. 11. Taylor Brock, 22, 931 St. Clair Avenue, Hamilton, failure to appear on a misdemeanor charge in Mayor’s Court, Nov. 11.
$720 removed at 11733 Lippelman Road, Oct. 26. Jewelry valued at $12,815 removed at 1688 E. Kemper Road, Oct. 27. $485 in services not paid for at 11620 Chester Road, Oct. 23.
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Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering
100 block of Washington Avenue; power tools, lawn equipment and generator taken from garage and shed; approximate value of $3,000. Investigation ongoing, Nov. 7. Shoplifting 100 block of Village Square; two bracelets stolen from business; approximate value of $550. Investigation ongoing, Nov. 7.
SHARONVILLE
Arrests/citations
Dianeea Price, 37, 4946 Hawaiian Terrace, receiving stolen property at 2000 E Kemper Road, Nov. 4. Timothy James, 36, 3850 Hauck Road, possession at Motel 6, Nov. 4. Aaron Baker, 20, 810 Surise Ridge Court, drug paraphernalia at 3850 Hand Road, Nov. 4. Lonnie Davis, 37, 1413 Mansfield, theft at 3100 E. Kemper Road, Nov. 3. Rashawn Davis, 19, 10576 Morning Glory, drug abuse at 11385 Chester Road, Oct. 31. Todd Williams, no age given, 2435 Blue Lark, drug abuse at 2000 E. Kemper Road, Oct. 30. April Carlise, 33, 4011 Sharon Park, operating vehicle intoxicated at Sharon Park Lane and US 42, Oct. 28. Eric Lamping, 45, 8339 Barret Road, theft at 230 E. Ninth St., Oct. 28.
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Theft, criminal damaging
Laptop and case valued at $2,045 removed at 10857 Sharondale, Oct. 31. Jonell Amison, 21, 5256 Holland Drive, aggravated robbery at 9915 Daycrest, Oct. 28. Bryan Canady, 20, 3792 Provident Drive, aggravated robbery at 11585 Chester Road, Oct. 28.
Incidents/investigations Aggravated robbery
Victim threatened and $274 in currency removed at 11585 Chester Road, Oct. 27.
Breaking and entering, theft
Attempt made at 11515 Rockfield court, Nov. 1.
Criminal damaging
Vehicle door damaged at 12133 Bath Court, Nov. 1. Vehicle window damaged at 11955 Lebanon Road, Oct. 31. Vehicle tires damaged at 10756 LeMarie, Oct. 30.
Criminal mischief
Residence damaged by paint ball gun at 11825 Thornview, Nov. 2.
Disorderly conduct
Reported at 11735 Mosteller Road, Oct. 29.
Misuse of credit card
Reported at 4114 Carriagelight Drive, Oct. 27.
Theft
Purse and contents of unknown value removed at Creek Road, Nov. 3. Firewood valued at $200 removed at 11130 Main St., Nov. 2. Reported at 11636 Chesterdale Road, Oct. 31. $22.49 removed at 6788 Fields Ertel Road, Oct. 31. Camera and currency valued at $210 removed at 3835 Malaer Drive, Oct. 31. Counterfeit currency passed at 12035 Lebanon Road, Oct. 27.
Theft, criminal trespassing
Bike valued at $85 removed at 119 Williamsburg, Oct. 28.
SPRINGDALE
Arrests/citations
Sidney Taylor, 30, 12105 Lawnview, assault, criminal damaging, unauthorized use of vehicle at 12105 Lawnview Ave., Nov. 1.
Incidents/investigations Burglary
Residence entered at 1042 Chesterdale Court, Nov. 4.
Criminal damaging
Glass door broken at 11530 Olde Gate Drive, Nov. 2.
Domestic
Reported at Kemper and Century, Nov. 1. Male at Hillgrove Court, Nov. 1. Male reported at Cavasback Circle, Nov. 1. Male reported at 412 Grandin Ave., Nov. 4.
Identity theft
Reported at 12105 Lawnview, Nov. 1.
Passing bad checks
Checks valued at $5,870 returned at 270 Northland Blvd., Nov. 2.
Theft
Laptop valued at $699.00 removed at 11711 Princeton Pike, Nov. 2. $1,000 in merchandise not paid for at 485 Kemper Road, Nov. 2.
Unauthorized use of motor vehicle Vehicle not returned at 169 Northland Blvd., Nov. 2.
WYOMING
Arrests/citations
Pouya M. Rezai, 27, 3979 St. Andrew
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The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. This information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department: Evendale, Chief Gary Foust, 563-2249 or 5630289; Glendale, Chief Dave Warman, 771-7645 or 7717882; Sharonville, Chief Mike Schappa, 563-1147; Springdale, Chief Mike Laage, 346-5790; Wyoming, Chief Gary J. Baldauf, 821-0141. St., possession of drug (marijuana), Nov. 3. Alfonso Magette, 47, 3927 Gatewood Lane, possession of drug instrument (crack pipe), Nov. 6. Juvenile, 16, domestic violence, Nov. 6. James Steven Bonnell, 50, domestic violence, 31 Sherry Road, Nov. 6. Derric Ellis, 9905 Knollwind Drive, possession drug instrument (crack pipe), Nov. 6.
Incidents/investigations Burglary
Attempt burglary with window panel broken out of garage and pry marks on garage door, entry was not made, Compton Rd., Nov. 3. Entry made through open window (4) containers of change taken, Crosley Avenue, Nov. 4. Forced entry, Toshiba computer, XBox, games and DVDs, Game Boy, Rossinger snowboard, and jewelry taken, Tohatchi Drive, Nov. 8.
Criminal damage
Rear window of Dodge Durango busted out, nothing taken, East Mills Avenue, Nov. 3.
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GLENDALE
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SHARONVILLE
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SPRINGDALE
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WOODLAWN
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WYOMING
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