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Again this year, Tri-County Press honors those in the community who have given a bit of themselves to make the lives of others better.

His father’s son

You may have recently read of Dr. Benjamin Floyd’s appointment to the American Cancer Society Health Policy and Health Services Research peer review committee. There is a very human story behind this remarkable, determined, hazeleyed man, who has a wife, two sons and a shih tzu/maltese puppy named Lil’B who talks back and only listens to Ben. SEE LIFE, B1

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Man wraps arms around neighborhood By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

Dave Hoopes has made an investment in his neighborhood that benefits all who live there. The resident of the Tennyson subdivision in Sharonville moved to the area about three years ago with his wife, Paulette. They had spent a couple of years looking around after they decided to downsize their home, and when they came upon the neighborhood next to Sharon Woods, they knew they had found home. Hoopes makes sure Tennyson remains that way, serving on the board of directors as its president this year. “He goes above and beyond,” said Carla McCormally, who also lives at Tennyson. She nominated Hoopes for a Neighbors Who Care recognition in the Tri-County Press. “Dave walks the streets to see how the landscaping looks,” she wrote. “He drops the cleaner in the pool each night to make sure it stays in tip-top shape for the neighbors and their guests. “He pores over the financial books,” she wrote. “He spends countless hours on the phone and on e-mail chatting with others in and out of Tennyson looking for ways to make this a better place to live. “He encourages social gather-

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Tennyson resident Dave Hoopes volunteers his time and energy to his neighborhood, tending to things big and small, such as decorating the entrance on Kemper Road.

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To read the nomination of Dave Hoopes, see page A2. ings, large and small, from pool parties for the entire neighborhood to block parties for just a few.” Hoopes said his efforts are

worth it. “They have something unique here,” he said of Tennyson, a community of 224 townhomes and 64 patio homes on 64 acres of land adjoining Sharon Woods. “The whole idea is to maintain property values and make it a better place to live.” But it’s hard to please 288

homeowners. “If somebody doesn’t get in charge, then it just falls apart,” Hoopes said of his leadership, as well as that of the seven other board members. To do that, he spends time tending to the details, no matter how

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St. Michael parishioners help area’s needy By Amanda Hopkins

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Janet Deters said there have been times when she meets with needy families in their homes and there is no place to sit. The Even“If they call, we dale resident said strugtry to help.” gling families Philip Schmidt call the parish Sharonville office at St. resident and St. M i c h a e l in Vincent de Paul Church Sharonville volunteer asking for help with groceries, but home visits sometimes uncover bigger needs. “Actually seeing people is unique,” Deters said. Deters and fellow St. Michael parishoner Philip Schmidt of Sharonville are two of the 18 people who volunteer with the church’s St. Vincent de Paul group. Schmidt says meeting with

For details about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, see LIFE, B1. their own neighborhoods. “If they call, we try to help,” Schmidt said. Deters said the church helps provide emergency funds for gas cards, groceries and other essential items. Vouchers are also available for furniture and other needs. Families can redeem the vouchers at any of the seven St. Vincent de Paul thrift stores, including the one in Evendale on Reading Road. “There is an immediate impact ... which is very fulfilling,” Deters said. The church depends entirely AMANDA HOPKINS/STAFF on parishoner donations to have St. Michael parishoners Philip Schmidt of Sharonville, left, and Janet Deters of Evendale are some the funds for St. Vincent de Paul. of the volunteers from their church that help needy families through St. Vincent de Paul. To learn more about St. Vincent de Paul, visit www.SVDPcincinfamilies also helps them to open 12 calls of people in need each nati.org. To schedule a free pickup up more about their situations. week. Deters and Schmidt said of larger items, call 421-CARE. The group receives about 10 to there are needy families right in

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BRIEFLY Resolution hike

Visitors to Sharon Woods can begin their year on the right foot with a brisk hike on a winter afternoon at 3:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 3. The goal will to be to hike the Gorge Trail twice for a total of 2.8 miles. Hike will begin at the Gorge Trailhead.

Animal adventures

Visitors to Glenwood Gardens can learn about critters with slime, scales, fur and feathers from noon to 4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 9, during Animal Adventures at the Cotswold Visitor Center. They will take a peek at some live local critters with these characteristics at 2 p.m., and make a simple animal craft anytime between noon and 4 p.m.

Dulcimer music

Visitors of Sharon Woods will enjoy the sweet music of the mountain dulcimer played by the Cincinnati Dulcimer Society inside Sharon Centre at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9.

Youth game night

Springdale Parks and Recreation’s Club Rec is inviting Springdale youth in grades five to eight to join them from 9 p.m.to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14, for an evening of games at the Springdale

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Community Center. Check out the XBox Kinect on the big blow up screen, play dodge ball in the gym, or enter Club Rec’s “Minute-toWin-it” competition. The event is free for Club Rec members, SCC members are $3, and each member may bring a guest for $3. Members must bring their Community Center ID and guests must bring a photo ID. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Contact Springdale Parks & Recreation at 346-3910.

Brunch in the park

Live jazz is coming to Sharon Woods, featuring the Chris Comer Trio. The buffet will offer more than 25 items, carving station and omelette bar. Adults are $13.95 and children ages 2 to 12 are $6.95 plus tax. Children under 23 months are free. Visit greatparks.org for reservations and more information.

Names needed

Springdale’s Senior Citizens group is searching for the names and addresses of service members who have connections to the city and are serving overseas so they can send gifts. The name, rank and address can be provided to Shirley Fastnacht at 771-0347 or Ed Knox at 6747755.

Moeller teacher’s help has no boundaries By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

It started out as a friendship, but the relationship between Mike Moroski and Mike Rogers has grown into a venture to help others. The two founded Choices Cafe, a non-profit coffee house at 1506 Elm St. in Over-the-Rhine. Moroski, an English teacher at Moeller High School and a Pleasant Ridge resident, said he and Rogers came from very different backgrounds, but are working together to bridge gaps between all demographics. “We’re helping build leadership skills for all people,” Moroski said. “Everyone needs to be educated.” He said one of his main goals is to bridge the gap between affluent students and young adults to others experiencing poverty or homelessness. Moroski, the CEO of Choices, said volunteers help homeless people write

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Nominated by Tom & Carla McCormally From the nomination: “People are what make neighborhoods special and communities great. Sharonville has great neighbors in Tennyson and it’s a great community. “Too often in today’s suburban world, the commuters among us leave early in the morning – while it is still dark outside! – and

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Mike Moroski, left, a Moeller High School teacher and his friend Mike Rogers started the Choices Cafe in Over-the-Rhine to provide a safe, positive and drugfree environment for the Cincinnati community. Moroski said one of his missions is to bring together all people from all different backgrounds. buildings in Over-the-Rhine around Choices Cafe every Saturday. Moeller sophomore Elliot Hidy is one student who has been volunteering since the sixth grade, when his older brothers were at Moeller. He said Rogers is really helping to make a difference and “gives us a rea-

son to come down to help.” Hidy said he also thinks Moroski is a “great teacher.” “(Moroski) is the heart and soul of MACH 1,” Hidy said. To follow the activities of Choices Cafe or to learn more, follow Choices Cafe on Twitter @Choices4All or call 381-3368.

we return we disappear behind closed garage doors and privacy fences. No harm in that, mind you ... but that sort of isolation is hardly what you’d call “community.” That’s what makes Tennyson different. And that’s what makes some of its people – particularly volunteers who serve on the Board of the Homes Association and its committees – the kind of neighbors we should all aspire to be. “Led by Dave Hoopes, president of the Board, this dedicated group of volun-

teers makes sure this community, tucked away north of Kemper Road with easy access to Sharon Woods and the interstate highways, is one its residents are proud to call ‘home.’ “Dave walks the streets to see how the landscaping looks; he drops the cleaner in the pool each night to make sure it stays in tip-top shape for the neighbors and their guests; he pores over the financial books ... he spends countless hours on the phone and on e-mail chatting with others in and out of Tennyson looking for

ways to make this a better place to live. “Dave knows the people who live in Tennyson chose the kind of community that invites interaction with our neighbors. “He encourages social gatherings, large and small: from pool parties for the entire neighborhood to block parties for just a few. He always has a smile and wave for neighbors he sees out walking on his strolls. “People make neighborhoods special. We’re blessed to have many of those special people in Tennyson.”

Sharon Fest organizers look toward fun, fundraiser By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

Organizers are looking ahead to Sharonville’s signature festival, planning a fundraiser that will help offset costs for the event that supports charities. Sharon Fest, which offers fun, food and enter-

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résumés and find jobs and work at the Drop Inn Center. Rogers is formerly homeless and a graduate of the Recovery Program at the Drop Inn Center. He is now vice president of the Drop Inn Center as well as executive director of Choices. Moroski said meeting Rogers has really helped Moroski define what he needs to do to help people. “It’s the most significant relationship in my life outside of family,” Moroski said. Moroski said he also involves many of his students from Moeller and other area high schools to volunteer at Choices. A group called MACH 1 – Moeller Advocates for a Common Hope – rehab

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tainment, offers free booth space to those who are raising money for charities. The booths themselves aren’t free, so volunteers are putting their heads together to find ways to raise money in advance for the July festival. They found their way to Chuck E. Cheese in Sharonville, for a fundraiser Thursday, Dec. 30. The restaurant will donate 15 percent of all sales from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. that day. Raquel Scott, one of the organizers, said her goal is to have 150 people participate, “to make this worthwhile.” “All they have to do is show up,” she said. “School is out, and what a great place to spend a few hours.” The committee wants to make the festival bigger and better, with enough funds to offer booths to the charities, and to hire entertainment that will draw crowds to the July event. “This works because of the support from residents of Sharonville,” she said. “It only works if it’s supported.

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An upcoming fundraiser is aimed at offsetting the cost of booth rentals for the annual Sharonville Charity Fest. “The more money we raise, the better the festival will be.” Sharonville Councilman Ed Cunningham, who heads the festival committee, said it’s important to create partnerships with local businesses to help sustain the annual Sharon Fest. “One thing we’re trying to do is get sponsors for each nonprofit group,” Cunningham said. “We’re looking for businesses to get involved.” Scott said she’s also looking for donations for the festival’s silent auction. She said anyone who wants to help, donate money or contribute to the silent auc-

Neighbor small, McCormally said. “It’s a huge responsibility and it’s a volunteer job,” McCormally said. “So he doesn’t get paid, in addition to all that work.”

tion can call her at 6789266. Cunningham said the committee is operating without any seed money. “We started with zero dollars,” he said. “We want to be able to pay for expenses and have seed money.” He said the pool of volunteers continues to grow, but support from the community needs to keep pace. “This is different from other festivals,” Cunningham said. “There is a recognizable support from the community and the city of Sharonville to make it happen. “Your dollars are spent for a cause, not just to have fun.”

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But it’s worth it to Hoopes. “I am very proud that I can contribute to sustaining the beauty and character of Tennyson,” he said. “My

goal is to put the program in place that can be carried forward by Tennyson boards down the road.” His neighbors feel that he’s already on that path.

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Evendale Chamber of Commerce honors business, leadership, service

Evendale Fire Chief Richard Cruse, left, talks about firefighter Steve Hamm’s work with educating children on fire safety and his other work on the Evendale Fire Department. Hamm was named the Evendale Firefighter of the Year and was recognized during the Evendale Chamber of Commerce dinner at St. Rita School for the Deaf Dec. 1.

Evendale Chamber of Commerce honored some key players in the village during the Evendale Chamber of Commerce dinner at St. Rita School for the Deaf Dec. 1. Before the awards, guests were treated to a performance by the St. Rita Signing Choir, who signed during the Christmas songs, “Christmas is a Time to Say I Love You” and “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays.” Incoming Chamber of Commerce president Vicki Foster of Gorman Heritage Farm presented awards to Dave Evans of Gold Medal Products for Industrial Part-

nership, Jim Maly of M. Rosenthal Co. and current Chamber of Commerce president for service and support to the chamber, Evendale councilmember Stiney Vonderhaar for taking a leadership role in promoting the village of Evendale and Amanda Hopkins of The TriCounty Press for media partnership. Police officer Sean McKinney was honored as the Evendale Police Officer of the Year by police chief Niel Korte. Steve Hamm was honored as the Firefighter/Medic of the Year by fire chief Richard Cruse. ALL PHOTOS BY AMANDA HOPKINS/STAFF

Evendale police officer Sean McKinney, right, reacts to a story told by Evendale police chief Niel Korte during the Chamber of Commerce dinner Dec. 1. McKinney was named the 2010 Evendale Police Officer of the Year.

Firefighters and police officers from Evendale line up to fill their plates.

Evendale Mayor Don Apking, seated, watches the St. Rita signing choir during the Evendale Chamber of Commerce dinner at St. Rita School for the Deaf Dec. 1.

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Though it was a routine patrol, something didn’t seem right about the man outside a closed business in Sharonville in the middle of the night. Officer Scott Tamm pulled up to ask why he was in the parking lot of Mattress Warehouse on Kemper Road, at nearly 3 in the morning. The car was running, but

the lights were off. The driver said they were having car trouble. After a few questions about where they’d been headed, Tamm, joined by another officer, got the OK to search the car. They found a saw, rubber gloves and four catalytic converters. Under the front seat, they found walkie talkies and binoculars. They also found a Glock pistol, with a full magazine of ammunition.

Springdale assistant chief known for quiet strength By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

He’s been a patrol officer, investigator, sergeant, lieutenant and captain, serving as the assistant chief of the Springdale Police Department. Now, he’s retiring. Capt. William Hafer will leave a long, strong career with Springdale Dec. 17, after 37 years on the force. He leaves behind a legacy of quiet leadership that fellow officers credit for their ability to do their jobs better. “He was very knowledgeable about case law,” said Lt. Tom Wells, who will take over as assistant chief when Hafer retires. “He always had the answer you needed,” Wells said. “And he was cool under pressure.” As the assistant chief, Hafer was responsible for Mayor’s Court, department scheduling and officer training, and Chief Mike Laage said he represented the department well in all areas. “We never had issues in Mayor’s Court,” Laage said. “With scheduling, we have demands in many levels of staffing that we have to meet,” the chief said. “He works with everybody to maintain policy, and we don’t have any moans and groans.” “His challenges in training are to find good training and then cheap or free training.” Martha Zimmerer has worked as a police clerk for Springdale since 1974. She knows Hafer very well. “He can say things to me that nobody else can,” she said. “He’s like a brother to me. He’s easy-going.”

Laage agreed. “Butch is just Butch,” he said, referring to Hafer’s nickname. “He gets along with everybody and has done well in every position here.” Hafer will be honored during City Council’s Dec. 15 meeting, where his long list of accomplishments will be recognized. Among them are his coordination of a program to make security more effective at Tri-County Mall after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Video cameras and other measures were taken “to make it harder to blow it up,” Laage said. “It enabled us to ID potential suspects,” the chief said. Hafer led efforts to modernize the traffic control systems in Springdale, as well. “His leadership will be seen in future years,” Laage said. “And it will be seen through the younger officers.” Besides Wells, another officer who has been impacted by Hafer’s leadership is Mike Mathis, who will take over as chief of police when Laage retires in January. “He’s always had good decision-making skills,” Mathis said. “If I had an idea to bounce off someone, he made good common-sense decisions. “That’s one of the things I’ll miss; he was an easy person to talk to,” Mathis said. “He was always pleasant, friendly and affable. “He made work fun.” “The captain is a very steady force here,” Laage said. “Very reliable.” “He would let you do your job,” Wells said. “But he led by example.”

Both men were taken into custody. Charged with theft was Sean Waters, 22, of Golf Manor. Charged with complicity to theft was Shane Newman, 22, of Symmes Township. Waters admitted to Tamm that he had stolen the converters from KOI Auto Parts nearby. Later, police found four vehicles that were missing their catalytic converters,

and a fifth car where an attempt to steal the converter had been made. Waters admitted to similar thefts in Mason, Tamm reported. He said he would saw off the converters and sell them at a scrap yard in Kentucky. “We are extremely proud of the level of vigilance of our officers,” Lt. Mark Preuss said. Chief Michael Schappa agreed. “They excel at what they

do,” Schappa said of his officers. “There’s more to this job than taking a report. “They work upon their experience, knowledge and education, taking the cues from what they see and hear. “Then, they react. “They’re not just driving around,” Schappa said of the patrol officers. “They know what’s out of place, and they’re good at what they do.” He reminded residents

that if they, too, see something that doesn’t look or feel or sound right, they should call Sharonville police at 563-1147 or 911, and let officers check it out. “That’s why we’re out there,” Schappa said. “We’d rather have you call and end up to be nothing than to miss one good call. “We can’t be everywhere at all times.” But sometimes, they can be in the right place at the right time, even if it’s 3 a.m.

Girls keep pace through Wyoming program By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

A new program is picking up speed in Wyoming. Girls on the Run, which began in the fall, is a Recreation Department program geared for third- throughfifth graders. It uses running to help girls create healthy habits and build their self-respect. It incorporates training methods for a 5K run with lessons that help develop life skills. Missy O’Brien, director of the Wyoming Recreation Department, outlined the program, which she runs with head coach Laura Trenkamp, during city council’s Dec. 20 meeting. The girls, Ellie Marty, Abby Barrett, Anna Oestreich, Maggie Rush, Lily Parker, Paige Peacock, Allie Trenkamp and Montana Kyle, attended the meeting, where O’Brien introduced them to council. She also announced that they had already run a 5K in November. They continue to build confidence, as well. During the meeting, Michael Eyman, chairman of the Senior Commission, updated council on that group’s progress. The commission, which reaches out to the city’s senior population through programs that pair them with teens, keep them in touch with police for safety, and keep them informed of what’s happening in their community, has grown in scope and popularity, Eyman said. After describing the progress, he recommended that the senicor Commission be incorporated into the Recreation Commission.

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Members of Girls on the Run, left, attend a Wyoming City Council meeting in which Recreation Director Missy O’Brien, right, describes the new program. “That’s where most of the programming is coming from,” he said. “We’ve created something that’s sustainable today,” Eyman said of the program. “While that’s valuable, it’s time to move that into

the recreation division, adding a senior representative to the commission.” Council agreed to consider a proposal if one is presented at a future meeting. Also during the meeting, council: • adopted an ordinance

that provides council members the ability to review guidelines for the demolition of historic properties; • approved a resolution to authorize the purchase of two police cruisers, as well as an SUV for the police department. The vehicles will replace three cruisers that are no longer viable for the department. • named Vice Mayor James O’Reilly as the city’s representative to the Ohio Kentucky Indiana Regional Council of Governments. O’Reilly has served on the council for the past eight years. • approved the appointments of three residents to the Beautify Wyoming Commission. Jane Gerbus will serve a two-year term and Gail Bason and Tracy Dean will serve one-year terms.

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Once a month, two students at Princeton High School go to work at the office instead of school. They dress as professionals, pack a lunch and enter the secured environment of Northrop Grumman, a company that produces security for aerospace, electronics, shipbuilding and technical services for the government and commercial customers. The Springdale facility, which focuses on electronic devices, is part of the company’s WORTHY program for high school students. WORTHY, which stands for Worthwhile To Help High School Youth, is a mentoring and scholarship program that requires students to go to work at the facility one day a month during the school year to work on a project the students create with help from professionals at Northrop Grumman. Brian Lien, who teaches technology education at Princeton High School, said the company “selected Princeton because they are located in our school district and because they have seen newspaper articles about our STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program.” To be eligible, students had to be interested in careers in math, science, engineering or computer science. The Princeton students, Michael Roy and Adam Brooks, work with mentors who help them plan and execute projects related

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Princeton students Adam Brooks, left, and Michael Roy are learning engineering at a professional level through a program with Northrup Grumman in Springdale. to engineering. The program also includes a college visit, learning to finance college, presentation skills and a final presentation of the completed project. Roy, who’s interested in either software, electrical or civil engineering, chose a project that includes software engineering. He’s converting sound to light.

Roy created a switchboard that turns on different strands of lights in reaction to different frequencies of sound. To do this, he needed to put together an electrical board, solder the pieces, and find a power source to run through the switchboard. “It’s a lot of electrical engineering,” Roy said.

Mentors help him through the process. “They really guide me,” Roy said, “because I’m going into this with no knowledge of how to do it.” Brooks is getting similar guidance from his mentors for a project to create a robot that can transport items while avoiding obstacles.

His project could be applicable to the military, he said, for transporting troops or supplies. A destination would be plugged in “and it will get there, no problem,” Brooks said of his project objective. He assembled a robot from a kit, and uses software programming to make it run. Brooks said his mentors have been an enormous help “since I have no knowledge of coding. They’re teaching me everything.” Ryan Lamb is one of Brooks’ mentors. “For someone with not much engineering experience before working with us as part of the WORTHY program, I’ve been really impressed at how enthusiastic Adam has been about engineering,” Lamb said. Both students said the experience at Northrop Grumman is worth the extra work at school, as both are required to make up any missed assignments on their own time. “It’s a great opportunity,” Roy said. “Anyone looking into those fields should get involved.” Lien said benefits include reallife experience. “They actually get to see how this works, firsthand,” he said. “And they get the benefit of the mentors for a year at an engineering firm in their community. “They know that what they’re doing will benefit them as their career choice,” Lien said. “That, plus the light in their eyes as they want to tell you what they learned.”

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Sarah Murray pens a letter to the Reading Fire Department as part of her package.

To spread holiday cheer and say thank you for a great year of service, St. Nicholas Academy fourth-graders recently packed handmade Christmas ornaments, tins of fresh-baked cookies and letters and artwork for their local police and fire departments. Teachers Kara Seither and Melissa Stoeckel led students to prepare holiday packages as a part of SNA’s Seeds of Service, an ageappropriate service program that develops leadership skills while giving back to the community. The fourth-graders also delivered packages to bus drivers.

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St. Nicholas Academy fourth-grader Olivia Pennington packs the finished ornaments made by her classmates for Christmas care packages for their community heroes.

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St. Nicholas Academy fourth-graders Kate Mumper, Zoe Williams (Deer Park), Abbi Ryan (Deer Park) and Logan Miller (Deer Park) pack up an assortment of the 400 cookies they baked and decorated for their police and fire departments where they live.

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St. Nicholas Academy fourth-graders recently made care packages for their local police and fire departments and bus drivers. From left: Abbi Ryan (Deer Park), Kate Mumper and Denise Durbin prepare cookie dough to go into the oven.

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Ashley Lauren Moore has been named to the 2010 fall quarter dean’s list at Otterbein University. She is from Sharonville.

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St. Nicholas and his helpers visited Saint Gabriel students Dec. 6 for St. Nicholas Day, passing out candy canes and sharing his history. Born during 3rd Century in Turkey, St. Nicholas became known around the world for his generosity to those in need and his love for children. Taking on the role of St. Nicholas this year was Logan Sheets (center). His assistant elves were, from left: Hannah Scharf and Mallory Beyer.

SUMC Nursery School and Kindergarten will hold an open registration and Meet the Teachers Night 7 p.m.to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11. The night includes a short overview of the preschool followed by visits with individual teachers in their classrooms. Large motor activities will also be available free of charge. The school is located at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville. For more information, visit sumcns.org or call 563-8278.

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The Princeton Vikings wrestling squad made its mark during the Coaches Classic at Harrison High School, Dec. 18-19. Princeton finished 14th out of a field of 36 teams at the tournament. The squad was led by freshman A.J. Kowal, who, at 112 pounds, finished the

event in first place. “A.J. did extremely well and he’s one of our hardest workers,” Vikings head coach Ty Robbins said. “It was nothing but an outstanding performance (from the freshman).” In the final, Kowal knocked off Lebanon junior Eddie Noble, who placed seventh at the state championships last season. Robbins believes that

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Princeton freshmen DeMarco Smith tries to escape the hold of Elder senior Zach Kurzhals during a 160-pound match at the Coaches Classic, Dec. 18.

Kowal’s performance in the event could help the ninthgrader set the tone for the rest of his season. “To know he has a good chance of going to state if he works extremely hard, and to go out and (win the Coaches Classic), gives him confidence headed into the rest of the year,” Robbins said. The squad also received solid performances from seniors Corey Selmon and Jeryd Wilder. Selmon was strong in wins over Kings’ J.J. Boshell and Beavercreek’s Sam Schaeffer before incurring an injury during his third match against Lakota East’s Ryan Miller, according to Robbins. The setback defaulted Selmon to sixth overall for the tournament. Wilder, a senior, placed fourth at 145 pounds. Robbins appreciated the tenacity displayed by his upperclassman during the tournament. “He wrestled a good tournament and he came out aggressive,” Robbins said.

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Through Dec. 22, Wyoming junior Brian Anderson (right) was 4-4 on the season for the Cowboys at 125 pounds.

Wyoming wrestling Through Dec. 22, Wyoming High School had several wrestlers get off to quick starts this season. At 103 pounds, Joey Gallick is tied for first in the Cincinnati Hills League with a 6-4 record, while Corbin Guggenheim leads the 125 division with an 8-4 mark (two pins). Mike Gonzalez, who went 11 during the Coaches Classic at Harrison High School, Dec. 18, has a 9-3 overall record at 135 pounds, with five pins. Robbins was also pleased with the efforts of some of his underclassmen, such as Nick Depeel and DeMarco Smith. Depeel won two matches

Daniel Zimmerman has a 75 record at the 140 pound weight class while five of Michael Sagan’s wins this season have come by pin at 171 pounds. At the heavyweight level, Adam Blum is 9-4 for the Cowboys with four pins. Blum picked up an early win for the Cowboys at the Coaches Classic, before falling to Ryle’s Jason Maines in third-round competition. at the tournament, while Smith showed potential during his two losses. “I’m happy with my young guys, and they are stepping up and I’m looking

forward to seeing what the season brings,” Robbins said. Robbins added that wrestling in an event with tough competition, such as the Coaches Classic, can benefit his younger wrestlers in the long run. “When you have a young team, it’s harder for them because the competition is so tough and if they’re not at that level, it makes it rough on them,” he said. “The benefit of (wrestling at events like this) is that it’s the only way you’re going to get to the next level ... your guys get good quality matches.” See more sports coverage at www.cincinnati.com/blogs/ presspreps

Signing on

Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy senior Kassie Faugno, second from right, celebrates signing to play tennis at Northern Kentucky University. Faugno played for a state doubles title all four years of high school and has received multiple Miami Valley Conference firstteam, second-team and all-state honors. Coach of the CHCA tennis team is Lynn Nabors-McNally. From left are Leanne Faugno, Thomas Faugno, Kassie and CHCA Athletic Director Matt Coleman. PROVIDED

LaRosa’s adds to its hall of fame It’s no secret that Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky year in and year out produce some of the most talented high school athletes and coaches in the nation. Now, five of the all-time great athletes from the past and two legendary coaches are being inducted into the 2010 Buddy LaRosa’s High School Sports Hall of Fame. The new LaRosa’s Sports Hall of Fame inductees are: • Andre Barkley, Cincinnati Country Day, Class of 1995 • Beth Osterday, St. Ursula Academy, Class of 1996 • Bobby Brannen, Moeller High School, Class of 1994 • Rocky Boiman, St. Xavier High School, Class of 1998 • Steve Bell, Wyoming High School, Class of 1973 • Coach Dan Bowling, Hamilton High School, 1983-2010 • Coach Nell Fookes, Boone County High School, 1985-Current The seven latest additions to the LaRosa’s High School Sports Hall of Fame

will be officially inducted into the Hall in ceremonies in June. Now in its 36th year of recognizing outstanding local high school athletes and coaches, the Buddy LaRosa’s High School Sports Hall of Fame has honored 224 exceptional individuals since its founding in 1975. It is the oldest and one of the only halls of fame of its kind in the country. As an interesting note, with the induction of Barkley and Brannen, all six LaRosa’s Male Athletes of the Year from the Class of 1994 have now been inducted in to the Hall of Fame. The others were: Shaun Alexander (2005), Doug Bockenstette (2008), Dod Wales (2007) and Willie Wineberg (2004).

Steve Bell

Steve Bell occupies a prominent position in Cowboys’ athletic lore. One of the city’s finest athletes in the early 1970s, Bell earned 12 varsity letters in football, basketball and track during his record-

setting career. An outstanding football and basketball player, he held Wyoming school records that were later broken by Richard Hall. Bell was a three-time first-team All-Ohio selection (one in football, two in basketball). During Bell’s career, he scored a then-school record 30 touchdowns as a tight end for a school noted for a vaunted running game behind legendary coach Bob Lewis. It should also be noted, Bell played both offense and defense. Bell set a singleseason record of 27 receptions and career record of 42 receptions. He had school marks for 623 reception yards in one season and 1,030 in his career. As a senior, Bell was the Cincinnati Enquirer’s firstteam all-city pick as both tight end and defensive end. He was also selected to play in the East-West All-Star game. In basketball, he was a two-time first-team allstate pick and was the school’s all-time leading scorer (1,322 points) and rebounder (1,374) when he graduated. He averaged

20.5 points and 17 rebounds per game as a senior. He set single-season records in scoring (496) and rebounds (418). A firstteam all-city selection by both newspapers, Bell was named Co-Player of the Year in 1972-73 by the Cincinnati Post-Time Star. In track, Bell set school records in both the 110-yard low and 180-high hurdles. Bell went on to letter for three varsity seasons at the University of Cincinnati at tight end, being selected to the AllOhio Shrine Bowl in 1976. He also played semi-pro football in Columbus and signed as a free agent with the Denver Broncos (1978) and later the Green Bay Packers (1979). Bell, who is superintendent for the Department of Energy in Portsmouth, lives in Wyoming. He and his wife, Colleen, have three children – Jamie (35), Eric (30) and Mary (27). He is active in the community, where he has coached basketball and baseball and has served as a volunteer firefighter with the city of Wyoming.

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Up, up and away

Neschelle Williams (24) and the Princeton High School girls basketball team solidified their No. 1 ranking in the Enquirer’s Division I coaches poll with a 50-30 victory over No. 7 Mason, Dec. 22. The Vikings moved to 6-0 on the season with the win.

BRIEFLY The week at Wyoming

The Wyoming boys basketball team beat Taylor 5240, Dec. 18. Wyoming’s topscorer was Tony Davis with 15 points.

The week at Princeton

The Princeton girls basketball team beat Hamilton 57-41, Dec. 18. Princeton’s top-scorer was Kelsey Mitchell with 16 points.

The week at MND

• In girls swimming, Turpin beat Mount Notre Dame 11951, Dec. 18. MND’s Maddie Rapp won the 100-meter backstroke in 1 minute, 4.60 seconds; and Chloe Meyer won the 100-meter breaststroke in 1 minute, 16.09 seconds. • The Ursuline girls basketball team beat Mount Notre Dame 44-42, Dec. 21. MND’s top-scorer was Kathryn Reynolds with 15 points.

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Station-ary target Visitors to Cincinnati.com/ Sharonville posted these comments about city officials reacting to Gov.-elect John Kasich’s plans to discontinue funding for a 3C pasenger rail project, which would include a station in Sharonville: “Today’s most progressive places with the fastest growing populations are states and cities that have alternative forms of transportation. This is a fact. Cities and states do not need to be the size of New York City, Chicago, California etc ..., to have alternative forms of transportation. What Kasich is doing is completely ignorant and arrogant. He is hurting cities that would be in the path of the 3C Rail plan. Cincinnati, Columbus and Cleveland are obviously the biggest cities in the state of Ohio and three of the biggest in the midwest. This connection would have been tremendous and very rewarding for the whole state of Ohio!! This project shouldn’t be based on the agenda of one political party from another, but what it will do to the economy and resurgence of the state that I love. “Believe it or not, rail transportation is the future. The majority of the states in the country have projects being built or very

close to completion. Ohio will continue to fall further behind.” ilovecincy “I wasn’t ever really 100 percent sold on the 3C project, but I felt it was very much better than nothing. We need to get started with rail transportation, as we’re just too automobile dependent. We have public roads, so what’s wrong with public rail? My biggest problem with Kasich is that he just squashed the project without suggesting any alternatives (like faster service, fewer stops, etc ...). Now my tax dollars are again going to other states, instead of being invested back into Ohio. Thanks, governor.” cornercase “During the current decade, it is projected that global oil consumption will further deplete traditional sources of relatively inexpensive petroleum, and fossil fuel production will have to shift to more costly, ‘unconventional’ sources such as shale oils and tar sands. And whether the American consumer likes it or not, this will make airline and highway travel less affordable than we currently enjoy. “Business travel via wasteful, inefficient short-hop (less than 450 miles) commuter airlines will be especially vulnerable to the rising costs of fossil fuels. Passenger rail is the fuel efficient

CHATROOM Dec. 22 questions

Are you pleased or disappointed in the way your community plows snow from your streets? Why? “A+ to the Green Township crews that had my short, deadend street clean within hours after the snow stopped! Great job!” C.H. “I am more than happy, they do a wonderful job, our streets were cleaner than the highway this week, I say the guys need a bonus. “PS. Remember ‘Do not leave your car on the street when it snows, do your part to help these fine men.’” J.R. “I think the group that plows and puts down salt in the White Oak area does a great job. They get to the main roads first but get to the secondary streets in good time. “They work long shifts to do this and keep the trucks going round the clock. I do wish it were a legal requirement to park cars off the streets when it is snowing. “This simple gesture would make plowing much simpler, more effective, safer and allow more plowing/salting to be done in less time. “Now about those folks who can not shovel or pay to get their sidewalks shoveled. Go Figure!” T.D.T. “Hamilton County does a great job – out early and often. The only problem is from snow blowing from open fields onto the roads. But all the neighbors know where that is a problem and slow up. Thanks guys.” J.K. “We are very pleased with the plowing service we receive from Green Township. “They always plow early enough for working residents and then plow a second time for kids coming home from school or workers returning home. It is a thankless job, but Parkvalley families appreciate what they do.” Bev S. “I am very pleased with our township’s snow removal. They get salt down early, and plow

Next questions Do you think the economy will improve in 2011? Why or why not? 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. carefully. “They have done a great job for many years.” R.W. “Springfield Township does a superb job plowing streets, but it would be great if the streets were better paved.” J.G. “I’m pleased and grateful to the Colerain Township staff who plow our streets. It seems they have a good working order, and our cul de sac ends up as clear as the larger roads.” C.W. “I believe they did a great job hitting the hills and streets that are well traveled. My street is a dead end, and they finally got to it, as soon as possible.” L.M. “Colerain Township has always plowed and or salted streets in the township in a very timely manner. “We have lived in our home for 43 years and I can’t remember any time when there was a problem except during the blizzard in 1977-1978 winter. “Then it was almost impossible to keep up with the snow and severe cold. “That was the year the Ohio River froze over the last time and people walked across the river from Ohio to Kentucky.” RAR “I am pleased. “If I had my way, they would get my street and all the way to where ever I want to go done first, but that is not realistic. “I assume the priority roads would be the ones with emergency services, then the busiest of streets, and lastly residential. “As hard as they work, I do not think anyone can ask for more.” Doni Uphus

alternative in heavily traveled commuter corridors. “It is tragic for Ohio that the myopia of partisan politics failed to recognize this macroeconomic reality. But we’re better off reallocating the funding to states that are more willing to adapt their transportation infrastructure to cope with the economic constraints of the 21st Century global marketplace.” FrugalDougal “There are many things wrong and challenging for the rail system that was proposed as a means of transportation between major cities in Ohio. 1. It would not travel faster than 40 mph... 2. $400 million is less than seed money for this project. If the street car system proposed in Cincy will cost $30 million per mile per year for maintenance after the system is established, what will be the maintenance cost for a slow rail to Cleveland? It’s like giving someone $5 for them to purchase a Cadillac. Thanks for nothing. That’s the insult of the offer. Offer a pittance of someone else’s money (our tax dollars) for a project and then listen to the wailing when someone says it’s not practical. The challenge for the governor to ask private business to submit bid and proposals for a ‘high-speed’ rail between the cities.” fullmenu

“Until a decent idea is presented on how to make this project work, scrapping it is the best option. The 3C project plans to link Cincinnati-Columbus-Cleveland with trains travelling at 70 mph. At that speed, the time saved compared to driving is marginal, so there is not much incentive to use the train. As someone who travels frequently, the only way I would utilize a train is if it saves me time and money. In Chicago, the L does both. “Driving from Cincinnati to Cleveland takes approximately four hours, the 70 mph train would take threehours,30 minutes (assuming 245 mile distance). If you jack up the travelling speed of the train to, say, 120mph, the travel time becomes two hours, which provides travellers an incentive to use rail over driving. “Furthermore, why have a stop in Sharonville? That simply adds more time to the trip. Keep the plans simple at this point and stick to Cincinnati, Columbus and Cleveland. Should there be success, additional train stations can be added later.” ecosse84 “Why is this news? “Kasich won the election, he announced his plans before the election, he’s followed through with it and the money that was earmarked for Ohio is on

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to other states. “Perhaps we should move the conversation on to NHL or NBA teams that aren’t coming here as well. They warrant just as much attention.” laddin “There’s nothing preventing Sharonville from negotiating with rail to hook-up a link between the cities ... let them invest their money if it’s so important to them ... so worthwhile monetarily!” TheBoondoggle “The current concept for the high speed passenger train will be no faster than the slowest freight train. No thanks. “If the long term plan is to build a separate rail line for high speed, good luck with that. The tree huggers are fighting a zip line in the woods. How amenable do you think they will be to new rail, new tressels, etc traverssing the great fruited plain.” StrangeRanger

Social Security has specific guidelines for disability A financial planner recently wrote and said a client's husband may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. He said our website, socialsecurity.gov, gives him everything he needs for retirement planning, but he has a few questions about disability. Q. How does Social Security decide if I am disabled? A. Disability under Social Security for an adult is based on your inability to work because of a medical condition. To be considered disabled: • You must be unable to do work you did before, and we decide that you cannot adjust to other work because of a medical condition; • Your disability must last or be expected to last for at least one year or to result in death. Social Security pays only for total disability. No benefits are payable for partial disability or short-term disability. For adults, we use a five-step evaluation process to decide whether you are disabled. We consider any current work activity you are doing, your medical condition and how it affects your ability to work. For more information, read Disability Benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/100 29.html. Q. Does Social Security use a list of impairments to determine if I can get disability benefits? A. We use a five-step process to decide whether you are disabled. As part of that process, we

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check to see if you have a condition as described in the listing of impairments. If you do, we consider your medical condition to be disabling. Even if your particular medical condition is not on the list, you may still be found

For adults, we use a fivestep evaluation process to decide whether you are disabled. We consider any current work activity you are doing, your medical condition and how it affects your ability to work. For more information, read Disability Benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs/10029.html.

disabled. You can find descriptions of the conditions that appear in our Listing of Impairments in the publication, Disability Evaluation Under Social Security, also referred to as The Blue Book, at www.socialsecurity.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/.

local Social Security office.

Q. How do I apply for disability? A. You can apply for disability benefits online at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability. Applying online offers several advantages: • Start your disability claim immediately – no need to wait for an appointment; • Apply from the convenience of your own home or on any computer; and • Avoid trips to a Social Security office, saving you time and money. If you do not want to apply online, or if you want to apply for another type of Social Security benefit, call 1-800-772-1213 to make an appointment, or visit a

Q, When should I expect to be notified on a decision about my disability application? A, The length of time it takes to receive a decision on your disability claim is three to five months. It can vary depending on several factors, but primarily on: • the nature of your disability; • how quickly we obtain medical evidence from your doctor or other medical source; • whether it is necessary to send you for a medical examination in order to obtain evidence to support your claim; and • If your claim is randomly selected for quality assurance review of the decision. Ned Morrell is the manager of the Cincinnati North Social Security office.

QUOTEBOOK A compilation of quotes from this week’s Tri-County Press:

“If somebody doesn’t get in charge, then it just falls apart ... I am very proud that I can contribute to sustaining the beauty and character of Tennyson. My goal is to put the program in place that can be

carried forward by Tennyson boards down the road.”

Dave Hoopes Tennyson (Sharonville) resident. See story, A1

“This works because of the support from residents of Sharonville. It only works if it’s supported ... The more money we

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Raquel Scott Sharon Fest organizer. See Story, A2

“He can say things to me that nobody else can. He’s like a brother to me. He’s easy-going.”

Martha Zimmerer Springdale police clerk. see Story, A3

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Need knows no season at SVdP store By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

There are people to be helped throughout the entire year, but at places like St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Evendale, sometimes the need is a little greater. Store manager Lisa Clauss and assistant store manager Rhonda Smith said many people are coming for shoes and clothing to stay warm during the winter months. Director of Community Relations for St. Vincent de Paul Andrew Curran said the thrift store, at 9864 Reading Road, is also in need of pots and pans, furniture, baby bottles, food storage containers, microwaves, playpens, hats and scarves. “What we have is because someone cared enough to make a donation,” Curran said. “You can donate anything. We’ll find a home for it.” Clauss said the store is also in need of many shelf items like picture frames, knick knacks, candles, holiday decorations, records and electronics. People in need are able to get help through many churches associated with St. Vincent de Paul, a non-profit organization. Churches like St. Michael’s in Sharonville and St. James of the Valley in Wyoming are able to get emergency items from the thrift store for

“What we have is because someone cared enough to make a donation.”

Andrew Curran Director of Community Relations for St. Vincent de Paul

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Pots, pans, picture frames and other items are needed at the Evendale St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. struggling families. Curran said the thrift store is also open to people looking to save money and other thrifty shoppers. The money spent on store items is used for St. Vincent de Paul outreach programs. There are seven thrift stores in the Cincinnati area. “It all contributes to our mission,” Curran said. The Evendale St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information on St. Vincent de Paul and their programs, visit www.svdp cincinnati.org.

Open to help and accept donations

The Evendale St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store at 9864 Reading Road is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. They accept donations in store during their business hours.

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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store manager Lisa Clauss, right, and assistant store manager Rhonda Smith said pots and pans, furniture, playpens, men’s and kids’ shoes and baby bottles are some of the most needed items. “People basically need to survive,” Smith said.

Nancy and Benjamin Floyd in their lovely Glendale home. The previous owner had left it a “hole-in-the-wall,” but the Floyds turned it into the beautiful house it is now.

Glendale doctor’s path a tribute to her father

You may have recently read of Dr. Benjamin Floyd’s appointment to the American Cancer Society Health Policy and Health Services Research peer review committee. Evelyn There is a very human story behind Perkins this remarkable, Community determined, hazelPress eyed man, who has a wife, two sons and columnist a shih tzu/maltese puppy named Lil’B who talks back and only listens to Ben. Ben was born in North Carolina. His grandfather had been a slave as a boy. Somehow he amassed 69 acres in South Carolina, and upon his death, Ben’s family moved there. African-American children were only allowed to go to the 11th-grade in North Carolina, so Ben finished high school in South Carolina. They had out-of-date books, but wonderful teachers. Mr. Blair made chemistry and mathematics fascinating, and students were driven by the attitudes of their Black teachers. Failure was not an option. Amidst rampant segregation Highland High School boasts an amazing record: 80 percent of Ben’s class earned bachelor of science degrees and 50 percent got advanced degrees.

Ben was close to his father, who wasn’t educated, but had plenty of horse sense. He encouraged Ben to be honest in all he did, and wanted him to attend Hampton University as did Ben’s older brother. Instead, Ben graduated from Livingstone College. He wanted to be a physician, but had no money. Fortunately, Howard University’s school of chemistry felt like family. After receiving his master’s degree there, he worked at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, but grew frustrated and bored. P&G interviewed Ben, but he wanted to pursue postdoctoral scholarship. Although supportive, his family did not understand his desire for an advanced education. Taking the advice of Dr. Felix Friedberg and Nobel Prize winner Dr. Robert Bruce Merrifield, he moved to NY, applied to the National Institute of Health, and secured a position with Rockefeller University. Ben then began a new chapter of his life that has lasted 46 years. While visiting Washington during Easter, he met Nancy who worked for Veterans Benefits there. Even though he escorted her home and later to dinner, she thought his first name was Floyd. They were married three months later. Ben earned his PhD three years later. Nancy sees her father’s characteristics in Ben. Born in Mississippi, she chopped cotton and dug potatoes.

She was the first of eight children to finish college. Nancy always worked, but was a mother first to their sons. P&G approached Ben again, but he opted to teach at the University of Miami Medical School. He had his own biochemistry lab for research, but had to find his own grants. When P&G came calling again, he accepted and stayed for 28 years, beginning as a scientist and retiring as the director of world wide clinic operations and medical affairs. In 1971, the Floyds bought their Glendale home. Ben is past president of the Regional Board of American Baptist Churches of Ohio. Fourteen years ago, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Cancer free, he has devoted his life to cancer research. “Cancer advocacy is the biggest thing of all I’ve ever done. Cancer was an eye-opener, especially when you meet others not as lucky as you are. Life is too short to sweat the small things any longer. It is about doing things right for other people. After a near-fatal auto accident with an 18wheeler, I sat reflecting with God for 30 minutes.” True to his father, and true to himself, Ben has followed an improbable path. 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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Springdale Elementary's chorale won first place in Division 1 of the WARM 98 Christmas Glee Choir Competition for its performance of “Blitzen Boogie.” The school received a Clavinova electric piano and a $1,000 gift card from Deerfield Town Center. The students sang the winning song at the Cincinnati Ballet's performance of “The Nutcracker” in December at the Aronoff Center downtown.

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Glendale Elementary students perform holiday songs for the Princeton Board of Education during its Dec. 13 meeting.

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ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Canvas and Kids, 1-3 p.m., Cheers to Art!, 7700 Camargo Road, Holiday painting sessions for children. Participants take home one-of-a-kind paintings, ready to hang on the wall. $20. 271-2793; www.cheerstoart.com. Madeira.

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CIVIC Community Toy Drive, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Huff Realty - Montgomery, 792-3000; www.huff.com. Montgomery. FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 5-8 p.m., Piazza Discepoli Glendale, 23 Village Square, $10. 771-6611; www.piazzadiscepoli.com. Glendale.

HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS

Holiday in Lights, 6-10 p.m., Sharon Woods, $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. 7690393; www.holidayinlights.com. Sharonville.

CIVIC

Community Toy Drive, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Huff Realty - Montgomery, 9380 Montgomery Road, No. 201, Drop off a new toy or monetary donation made to Shriners Hospital. Benefits treatments for children at Shriners Hospital. 792-3000; www.huff.com. Montgomery.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Venus and Mars, 7:30-10 p.m., Wyoming Civic Center, 1 Worthington Ave., Plus-level square and round dance club for experienced dancers. $5. 929-2427; www.sonkysdf.com. Wyoming.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Thursday Evening Quick Walks, 6:30 p.m., Bob Roncker’s Running Spot, 267 E. Sharon Road, Walk about 4-5 miles in an hour. Free. 772-7999. Glendale.

FOOD & DRINK

Children’s Gingerbread House Tea, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Gazebo Tea Garden, 10461 Kenwood Road, Each child decorates and takes home a gingerbread house. Includes light tea lunch, brief talk on tea etiquette, story about folklore history of Gingerbread Houses viewing and playing with Christmas train. Ages 3 and up. $19.50, $10.50 per child. Reservations required. 985-0027. Blue Ash. Tasting Table, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., microWINES, 7292 Kenwood Road, Eight wines available for tasting during regular store hours. Flight A $2 per pour; Flight B $4 per pour. 7949463; www.microwines.com. Kenwood.

HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS

Holiday in Lights, 6-9 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, One-mile drivethrough outdoor lights and themed figures display. $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 769-0393; www.holidayinlights.com. Sharonville.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke, 10 p.m., Silverton Cafe, 7201 Montgomery Road, 791-2922. Silverton.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Bone Voyage, 7-10 p.m., Cactus Pear Southwest Bistro, 9500 Kenwood Road, 7914424; www.terradise.net/bonevoyage. Blue Ash. The Hitmen, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Tony’s, 12110 Montgomery Road, Featuring John Zappa, Jim Connerley and Aaron Jacobs. 6771993; www.tonysofcincinnati.com. Symmes Township.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Codependents Anonymous, 7 p.m., Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 8815 E. Kemper Road, Room 31. Literature discussion group. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Codependents Anonymous, Inc. 503-4262; www.coda.org. Montgomery.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke, 10 p.m., Silverton Cafe, 791-2922. Silverton. Karaoke, 8-11:30 p.m., Buffalo Wings & Rings Tri-County, 11305 Princeton Pike, DJs Wild Bill and Madman Mike. Music from the ‘70s to today. Theme nights. Drink specials. 7722111. Springdale.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Acoustik Buca, 7:30 p.m., deSha’s American Tavern, 11320 Montgomery Road, 2479933; www.deshas.com. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

New Years Eve with Chad Daniels and Andi Smith, 7:30 p.m. ($15) and 10 p.m. (Includes cheese and veggie plate, party favors and Champagne toast at midnight; $40), Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place, Ages 21 and up. 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

SPORTS

Queen City Storm, 7:30 p.m., Sports Plus, 10765 Reading Road, New professional ice hockey team. $8, $7 seniors, $6 children. Presented by Queen City Storm. 578-6400; www.queencitystorm.com. Evendale.

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HOLIDAY - CHRISTMAS

Holiday in Lights, 6-10 p.m., Sharon Woods, $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. 7690393; www.holidayinlights.com. Sharonville. S U N D A Y, J A N . 2

HISTORIC SITES

Sharonville History Museum, Noon-4 p.m., Sharonville Historical Museum, 11115 Main St., Museum features numerous exhibits and artifacts reminiscent of life in Sharonville and its surroundings. Model train diorama currently under construction. Free.563-9756. Sharonville.

RECREATION

Ice Skating Lessons, 5:15-6:30 p.m., Sports Plus, 10765 Reading Road, Ages 3 and up. Free. Registration required. Presented by Learn to Skate Cincinnati. 759-4259; www.learntoskatecincinnati.com. Evendale. Ice Skating and Hockey Lesson, 5:15-6:45 p.m., Sports Plus, 10765 Reading Road, Free 25-minute lesson and 30-minute open skate. Family friendly. Registration required. 759-4259; www.learntoskatecincinnati.com. Evendale.

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Queen City Storm, 1 p.m., Sports Plus, $8, $7 seniors, $6 children. 578-6400; www.queencitystorm.com. Evendale. M O N D A Y, J A N . 3

NATURE New Year’s Resolution Hike, 3:30 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Gorge Trailhead. Hike the Gorge Trail twice for a total of 2.8 miles. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville. T U E S D A Y, J A N . 4

AUCTIONS Charity Quarter Auction, 7-9 p.m., Brookwood Retirement Community, 12100 Reed Hartman Highway, Lower Level. Products from Avon, Arbonne, Jennifer’s Thumbprint Designs, Mary Kay, Stampin’ Up, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware and Wildtree. Bring canned good for additional free ticket. Benefits American Paralyzed Veterans. $1 per paddle. Presented by Cincinnati Direct Sales Network. 793-6211. Sycamore Township. FARMERS MARKET

Wyoming Avenue Winter Farmers Market, 2-6 p.m., Wyoming Avenue Farmers Market, Corner of Wyoming and Van Roberts avenues, E-mail your order up until 6 p.m. of the previous Friday. Pick up orders on designated days. Product listing and details at website. Pre-orders only. e-mail: orders@wyomingavefarmersmarket.com; www.wyomingfarmersmarket.net/wintermarket.htm. Wyoming.

RECREATION

Girls Instructional Volleyball, 6:30-7:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through Feb. 22. Build solid foundation of basics to get great start to lifetime of enjoying the sport or playing competitively in school. Grades 3-4. $70, $60 members. Reservations required. 9850900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery. Girl’s Recreational Volleyball, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Grades 3-4) and 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Grades 5-6), TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through Feb. 22. Build solid foundation of basics for great start to lifetime of enjoying the sport or playing competitively in school. $70, $60 members. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery. W E D N E S D A Y, J A N . 5

EDUCATION

A Healthy Approach to Chinese New Year, Noon-1 p.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Ring in the “Year of the Rabbit” with Paul and Melody Jaworski, owners of Creations by Melody. Learn to create Chinese food that is good for your health as well as your palate. Ages 18 and up. $15. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

PROVIDED.

Take a free 25-minute ice skating or hockey lesson from 5:15-6:45 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, at Sports Plus, 10765 Reading Road, Evendale, and enjoy a 30-minute open skate. This event is family-friendly. Registration is required. Presented by Learn to Skate Cincinnati. Call 759-4259, or visit www.learntoskatecincinnati.com. Pictured are last year’s participants. T H U R S D A Y, J A N . 6

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Photoshop Elements 101, 7-9 p.m., Evendale Cultural Arts Center, Reading and Glendale-Milford roads, Second Floor. Learn to use program’s tools. $85. Registration required. Presented by Hartong Digital Media. 729-7799; www.hartongdigitalmedia.com/workshops. Evendale.

AUDITIONS

Sycamore Community Band, 7 p.m., Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road, Adult musicians for a full-sized concert band that performs in municipal concerts, churches, retirement villages and more in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky. All musicians welcome but organization particularly seeking percussionists, trombonists and trumpeters. Call for alternative date if you cannot attend this date. Presented by Sycamore Community Band. 683-5845; www.sycamoreband.org/. Montgomery.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Eating for Health, 6:30-8 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Learn to improve your health and well being through improved nutrition and exercise. Ages 18 and up. $20. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Bob Cushing, 6-10 p.m., Applebee’s, 10635 Techwood Circle, Free. Presented by Applebee’s Services, Inc.. 769-6201. Blue Ash.

RECREATION

Kids’ Soccer, 4:15-5 p.m. (Ages 3-5) and 55:45 p.m. (Ages 6-8), TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through Feb. 24. Learn basic soccer skills. Family friendly. $80, $70 members. Registration required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery. Co-ed 6-on-6 Volleyball League, 6:30-10 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, All skill levels. Weekly through March 3. Teams play three rally games to 25 per week with league champion crowned final week during tournament. Ages 18 and up. $260 per team. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

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COOKING CLASSES

Farm-to-Table Cooking Class, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Cincinnati Waldorf School Meshewa Farm, 7550 Given Road, The “ins-and-outs” of two fundamental kitchen recipes: A pie dough and a custard. Weather permitting, class members pick greens from the farm and create a quiche to enjoy as a meal. $35. Prepaid reservations due by Jan. 5. Presented by Turner Farm. e-mail turnerfarm@zoomtown.com; www.turnerfarm.org. Indian Hill.

DANCE CLASSES

Ballroom Dancing, 5:30-6:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through Feb. 26. Taught by Dare to Dance studio. Learn the waltz, cha cha, tango, hustle and more. Ages 18 and up. $190 couple, $120 single; $175 couple, $100 single for members. Reservations required. 985-0900; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

PUBLIC HOURS

Gorman Heritage Farm, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Explore and learn the history, methods and values of a working family farm in a natural setting. Environmentally responsible. Includes flower and vegetable gardens, children’s garden, hiking trails, barns and barnyards, sunflower and other fields, seasonal farmers market, gift shop and visitors center. Guided tours, 10 a.m. on second and fourth Saturdays. $5, $3 ages 3-17 and seniors, free for members. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale.

SEMINARS

Baseball Symposium for Coaches and Athletic Trainers, 1-4:30 p.m., Beacon Orthopaedics, 500 E. Business Way, Learning Center. Paul O’Neill, speaker, reflects on his experience with strength training in baseball. Free. Registration required. 354-3728. Sharonville.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Cincinnati Wedding Showcase, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Receive free copy of The Knot magazine. More than 100 vendors of wedding products and services. Fashion shows 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. $10, $8 with coupon. Presented by FOX19. 891-4701; www.cincinnatiweddingshowcase.com. Sharonville. S U N D A Y, J A N . 9

FOOD & DRINK

Sunday Jazz Brunch, 10 a.m.-1:45 p.m. New Year’s Eve Brunch., Sharon Woods Golf Course and Stonewood Banquet Center, 11355 Swing Road, Three seating times. Buffet featuring more than 25 items, carving station and made-to-order omelets. Music by the Chris Comer Trio. $13.95, $6.95 ages 212; free ages 23 months and under. Vehicle permit required. Reservations required. 7690624; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Codependents Anonymous, 7 p.m., Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Free, donations accepted. 503-4262; www.coda.org. Montgomery. F R I D A Y, J A N . 7

FOOD & DRINK Wine Tasting, 5-7 p.m., Wyoming Wines, 1208 Springfield Pike, $1-$2 per pour. 761-9463. Wyoming. KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke, 10 p.m., Silverton Cafe, 791-2922. Silverton. Karaoke, 8-11:30 p.m., Buffalo Wings & Rings Tri-County, 772-2111. Springdale. S A T U R D A Y, J A N . 8

PROVIDED

Holiday Junction keeps choo chooing its way through the Cincinnati Museum Center until Jan. 2. The model train winter wonderland and train exhibit includes Cincinnati’s own Carlisle & Finch model trains. The museum also hosts Toys Through Time for the holiday season through Jan. 2. The exhibit shows favorite games, toys and dolls of yesteryear. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. All museums admission is $12.50; $8.50 ages 3-12; $11.50 ages 60 and up. One museum admission is $8.50; $6.50; and $7.50. Call 513-287-7000 or visit www.cincymuseum.org.

ART & CRAFT CLASSES Mini Video Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Evendale Cultural Arts Center, Reading and Glendale-Milford roads, Learn professional tips on getting very best video and audio for your project. Family friendly. $25. Registration required. Presented by Hartong Digital Media. 729-7799. Evendale.

PROVIDED

The Taft Museum of Art celebrates old Christmas favorites with “Antique Christmas” through Jan. 9. The galleries will be decked with vintage decorations from the 1890s to the 1940s, pictured. In the Keystone Gallery, on display is “The Colors of Christmas: Victorian Paper Decoration,” adornments used to create homemade ornaments and decorations in the 19th and early 20th century. Admission is $8, $6 students and seniors and free for under 18. Free for all on Sundays. Call 513-241-0343 or visit www.taftmuseum.org.

Life

Tri-County Press

December 29, 2010

How many kinds of time are there in our lives? As we prepare to enter another calendar year, it might benefit us to reflect for a moment on time. We seldom think of time. Probably a fish seldom thinks of water and just lets it all slip by. The ancient Greeks had two words for time. One was the word chronos and the other was kairos. They operate in our lives all the time, though chronos is usually what we understand by time. Chronos time is time in a quantitative sense. It is the kind of time we can count and divide into minutes, days and years. It’s the kind of time we can calculate on our clocks and watches, the kind we measure on our calendars and planners. It’s the time we feel runs out on us, goes faster than it should, and wreaks havoc with our joints and supple bodies. This is the kind of time with which we are the most familiar – and with

Kairos time occurs when we realize and feel within ourselves it’s the appropriate time, “to grow up,” “to be more responsible,” or “to apologize,” or to “kill this drug habit once and for all.” Kairos time is more important than chronos because it usually affects our lives and futures the most. It indicates that something is happening inside us for our betterment. Some people’s lives can become sterile and small when they become deaf to the kairos urges of their soul. Cohabitating couples may avoid thinking and reaching a “fullness of time” to say “It’s time to get married; or, to end this relationship.” There could be a 30-year-old man, still living at his parent’s home and watching TV all day, who keeps smothering kairos feelings that have been calling for

which we expect God to be the most familiar. Kairos, the other Greek word, means time in a qualitative sense not the kind the Father Lou clock or calendar Guntzelman measures. In Perspectives fact, it can’t be measured at all. It’s the time that is characterized by what happens in it. In the Bible, kairos time is often translated as “the fullness of time,” or, “now’s the right time.” A businessman may have been struggling with what decision to make for his company, or his family. Eventually he comes to the deep realization that “This is what I should choose! Now it’s the right time to act!”

years saying, “It’s time! Get up off your duff and make something of your life!” But he refuses to listen. Without kairos times, one’s life becomes merely a string of years that have lost any identifying and personal characteristics. The only markers in our lives then come from outside us: when at 16 we can get a driver’s license; at 21 begin to legally drink; and at 65 retire. The years in between become memorable only because our town’s home team “won ‘em all that year,” or “it was the year we had that big flood.” There is no way we can develop our soul just by watching and waiting for the months and years to go by. Chronos time does nothing to the soul, it only enfeebles the body. There is no way to cultivate our souls in a hurry.

Great and soulful events like falling in love, opening our hearts to God, giving birth to ideas or babies or creativity do not match to the tick-tock of the clock measuring chronos time. When we get lost in chronos time, which can quickly become stress-time, we lose track of what time it is in our life, and the life itself. What can we wish for each other in this new year? We can wish for a marriage – a marriage of chronos and kairos. These are the right and left hemispheres of the incarnate Spirit that keeps calling us to wholeness. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Contact him at columns@community press.com or P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242.

HOLIDAY GIVING Help Shriners kids

This holiday season, help Huff Realty bring much-needed smiles to the faces of the young patients at the Cincinnati Shriners Hospital. For the 11th year in a row, Huff Realty is conducting a toy drive to benefit the children at the Cincinnati Shriners Hospital. Through Dec. 31, new toy donations will be accepted at each of the 11 Huff Realty office locations throughout the Greater Cincinnati area. The Shriners Hospital in Cincinnati is a 30-bed pediatric burn hospital providing

comprehensive acute, reconstructive and rehabilitative care to children who are recovering from burns and burn-related injuries. Upon admission, the hospital gives every child several toys that provide entertainment and therapeutic comfort during their treatment. Through the annual toy drive, Huff Realty has become the hospital's largest toy donor delivering more than 3,000 items and $2,500 last year. No payment is ever sought or received from the family, the U.S. government or any third-party payer for services

rendered in the hospitals. For more information about Shriners Hospitals for Children please visit www.shrinershq.org.

Text a gift

’Tis the season of giving and the American Red Cross made it easier for people to make a donation-text to give. Cell phone users can text the word GIFT to 90999 from now through Dec. 31 and a $25 donation will be made to the American Red Cross. A gift of $25 can provide blankets, hot meals, a cleanup kit for hurricane and

flood victims, phone cards for soldiers, vaccinate children or provide life saving training. Mobile giving has proven to be a success while raising money to provide relief to those victims in Haiti, raising nearly $33 million through your text donations. Those who make a $25 text donation will be sent a link to download a badge for their Facebook pages. Dona-

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www.cincinnatiredcross.org/g ifts. The purchase of each gift item through the online catalog is a tax-deductible contribution to the overall mission of the American Red Cross. On the rare occasion when donations exceed the need in a particular area, the Red Cross will use the contribution to help others where the need is greatest.

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December 29, 2010

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French ‘toast’ new year with breakfast casserole I remember my parents saying, “where did the year go?” and I would hardly understand what they were talking about since, when you’re young, even a month is a long time. Now I get it! I hope the New Year finds you with good health, family and friends, and lots of good food to share. In thinking about a whole year of writing columns, it couldn’t be done without the wonderful staff I work with, like Gary Presley and Lisa Mauch, my “go to” editors. I’m looking forward to another year with each of you, and especially enjoy your shared recipes.

French toast casserole

I love this recipe from celebrity “down home” Southern cook Virginia Willis. My friend, Perrin Rountree, another Southern gal, told me I had to get this book. I’m not disappointed. Virginia is the kind of cook who makes you feel right at home while whipping up incredibly delicious food. This casserole is good for a New Year’s brunch. For more about Virginia and her book “Bon Appetit, Y’All” by Ten Speed Press ($32.50) check out her website at www.VirginiaWillis.com. Don’t pass up her Southern pantry, either. Awesome rubs and mixes. This is my adaptation of her French toast casserole from the book. 1

⁄2 stick butter, melted 1 cup packed light brown sugar

About 11⁄2 pounds French bread, sliced 11⁄2-inch thick 8 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup milk 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 ⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger 3 ⁄4 cup chopped pecans Confectioners’ sugar Maple syrup Combine butter and sugar in baking dish. Arrange bread in dish. Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, spices. Pour over bread, letting soak in. Top with nuts. Cover and refrigerate three hours or up to 12 hours. Remove to take chill off, about 20 minutes. Bake in preheated 350-degree oven until browned and set, 30 to 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Sift sugar on top. Serve with maple syrup.

Baked Dijon salmon

Keegan’s Seafood, in Anderson Township has return customers due to Tom Keegan going to unbelievable lengths to bring his customers the best. Tom’s philosophy: Buy the best and prepare it simply. Here’s his recipe for baked salmon. 1

⁄4 cup butter, melted 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard 11⁄2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoon butter 1 ⁄4 cup dry bread crumbs 1 ⁄4 cup finely chopped pecans 4 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley 4 (4-ounce) fillets salmon Salt and pepper to taste

1 lemon, for garnish Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Stir butter, mustard and honey together. In another bowl, mix bread crumbs, pecans and parsley. Brush each salmon fillet lightly with honey mustard mixture, then sprinkle with crumb mixture. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until it flakes easily with fork. Season to taste. Seafood and oyster shucking video: On my blog at www.Cincinnati.com and www.Keegan’s.com

Tomato avocado bruschetta

Brush slices of French bread with olive oil and toast. Spread guacamole on top. Sprinkle with a bit of lemon juice and top with chopped tomato. Season to taste.

Hoppin’ John

This recipe is in a book that starts the New Year out right: “America’s Test Kitchen Light & Healthy 2011: The Year’s Best Recipes Lightened Up” ($35). According to the book, in the Low Country of South Carolina and Georgia, eating hoppin’ John at the start of the new year is said to bring 365 days of good luck. The editors of Chris Kimball’s test kitchen have come up with lots of my favorites, simplified and healthier, yet with no loss of flavor. From snacks to soups to mains to desserts, this book will steer you right. I especially like the Hoppin’ John recipe for New

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Peppermint bark update

This candy has now reached cult status. Some of you are having trouble with the bark separating. Here’s tips from my webmaster, John, who says patience is the key. John lets the first layer set up for 20 minutes (barely set up), then lets it sit out for a few minutes before spreading on the white chocolate which he cools for four minutes before spreading. Before cutting, he lets it sit on the foil out of the pan for 20 minutes before cutting.

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Netherland Coffee Shop’s layered turkey, cheese and asparagus on toast. For Sharon Ponchot, a Goshen reader. “It had sauce over it and it was delicious.”

Gurus in your backyard

I like featuring recipes from your favorite delis, restaurants, shops, independent grocers, etc. I know there are still lots of these folks around and we need to keep them here. Let me know about them. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator and author. E-mail columns@community press.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-2487130, ext. 356.

Melanie Moody of Wyoming has been named to the Board of Directors of the INTERalliance of G r e a t e r Cincinnati. Moody is a retired associate director of Moody Global Business Services at Procter & Gamble. INTERalliance of Greater Cincinnati is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to “stopping the brain drain” and attracting young professionals to IT careers at local employers.

Mike Albert changes organizational structure

Mike Albert Vehicle Fleet Management in Evendalehas realigned its organizational structure.

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Chuck Ruzicka, chief information officer, has been named vice president of operations. Ruzicka will continue to serve as CIO. Sheri Hardesty has been named vice president of business intelligence and quality assurance. Phillip Schneider, vice president of sales and marketing, will assume responsibility for Mike Albert’s customer service operation, in addition to his current responsibilities.

U-Haul added to company

Claude Crane, owner of Recovery America, located at 9772 Princeton-Glendale Road, has added U-Haul truck and trailer rentals to the repossession company that opened in 2004. Visit www.recoveryamericaohio.com for more information.

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Stanley J. Dotzauer

Stanley J. Dotzauer, 91, of Sharonville died Dec. 19. Survived by children Steven (Judy) Dotzauer, Russell Dotzauer, Joanne (Donald) Kellerman and Christine (Joe) Albers; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; and sister, Gladys Kurtz. Preceded in death by wife, Helen E. (nee Glacken) Dotzauer. Services will be private. Memorials to; Neediest Kids of All, P.O. Box 636666, Cincinnati, Oh, 452636666.

Andrew R. Fladung

Andrew R. Fladung, 92, of Wyoming died Dec. 17. He was the retired chief of the Wyoming Fire Department. Survived by children Linda Meiser, Sara (Gary) Wulfmeyer and Kim (Claudia) Fladung; grandchildren Chris Meiser, Karen Manning, Jessica and Drew Fladung; and two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife, Rita (nee Sullivan). Services were Dec. 20 at St. James of the Valley Catholic

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James R. Hauck

James R. Hauck, 84, of Sharonville died Dec. 19. Survived by son, Drew (Valerie) Hauck; grandson, Jackson Hauck. Preceded in death by wife, Zayne (nee Nelson); son, Richard (Janis) Hauck. Services were Dec. 23, at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, Evendale. Memorials to: Save the Animals Foundation, P.O. Box 9356, Cincinnati, OH 45209.

REAL ESTATE GLENDALE

1140 Congress Ave.: Fifth Third Bank to Burmester Restaurant Grou LLC; $205,000. 21 Annadale Lane: Mrsellfast LLC to H/H Group LLC; $68,000.

SHARONVILLE

10786 Lemarie Drive: Hilton Mike to Richmond Arthur E.; $30,000. 1515 Fawnvista Lane: King Michael & Christy to Citimortgage Inc.; $58,000. 4126 Wenbrook Drive: Freidl Roman & Jing Wang to Williams Jerelyn R. & Richard O II; $272,000.

SPRINGDALE

11807 Ramsdale Court: Scholle Amy

About real estate transfers

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

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EVENDALE

Arrests/citations

William Hammitt, 24, 1052 Sunwood Court, theft at 1720 Glendale Milford, Nov. 23. David Langford, 18, 11673 Harmony Ave., theft at 1720 Glendale Milford, Nov. 23. Marlo Angon-Mendoza, 25, 641 Sycamore St., operating vehicle intoxicated at 9698 Reading Road, Nov. 26.

Incidents/investigations Theft

TV valued at $578 removed at 2801 Cunningham, Nov. 22.

Vandalism

Graffiti found on warehouse at 2875 Sharon Road, Nov. 22. Reported at 2885 Sharon Road, Nov. 22.

GLENDALE

Arrests/citations

Glendale police reported no arrests or citations.

Incidents/investigations

Glendale police reported no incidents or investigations.

Princeton Pike, Dec. 18. Khary Williams, 34, 5186 Loeona Drive, improperly handing firearms while in a motor vehicle at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 19. Christopher Cunningham, 35, 4706 Glenshade, disorderly conduct at 11620 Springfield Pike, Dec. 16. Catherine Spencer, 19, 5227 Southgate Blvd., theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 15. Thomas Sarpong, 29, 63 Petty Drive, theft at 493 Kemper Road, Dec. 15. Kellie Hicks, 18, 2731 Overdale Drive, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 15. Dane Todd, 49, 2033 Sundale, robbery, impersonate of peace officer at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 15.

About police reports

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 Niel Korte, 563-2249; 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.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Victim struck at 1112 Chesterdale Circle, Dec. 13.

Domestic

Male reported at Castro Lane, Dec. 19.

Identity theft

Reported at 12105 Lawnview, Dec. 9.

Misuse of credit card

Criminal mischief

Reported at 8175 McCauley, Dec. 14.

Forgery, theft

SHARONVILLE

Arrests/citations

Talla Ayer, 26, 366 Seneca Drive, theft at 12164 Lebanon Road, Dec. 29. Nicholas Owens, 26, 11150 Raphael Place, disorderly conduct at 11060 Reading Road, Dec. 18. Michelle Dabney, 43, 3541 Vine Crest Place, theft at 12035 Lebanon Road, Dec. 18. Keegan McCarthy, 21, 8125 Bridgetown Road, theft at 12035 Lebanon Road, Dec. 18. Landia Allen, 24, 2940 Commodore Lane, theft at 12035 Lebanon Road, Dec. 18.

Incidents/investigations Burglary Residence entered at 3932 Elljay Drive, Dec. 13.

Criminal damaging

Rear tire punctured at 7059 Watersedge, Dec. 13.

Checks forged at 31 Jamestown, Dec. 2.

Menacing

Victim threatened at 4455 Sharewood Lane, Dec. 19.

Theft

Motor vehicle removed at 34 Triangle, Dec. 10. Medication removed at 1410 Mallard Cove, Dec. 10. Merchandise valued at $172.35 removed at 12164 Lebanon Road, Dec. 9.

Reported at 328 Northland Blvd., Dec. 15.

Theft

Merchandise valued at $670 removed at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 15. Purse and contents removed at 12105 Lawnview, Dec. 15. Vehicle entered and purse and contents of unknown value removed at 11345 Century Circle, Dec. 13. $150 in merchandise removed at 493 E. Kemper Road, Dec. 12. $2,000 removed by employee at 493 Kemper Road, Dec. 11. Vehicle entered at 400 Glensprings Drive, Dec. 11.

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Phone of unknown value removed at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 10. $10.05 in gas pumped and not paid for at 11620 Springfield Pike, Dec. 10. Frames valued at $698 removed at 1351 Kemper Road, Dec. 9.

WYOMING

Arrests/citations

Dante Daniels, 42, 6718 Westen Court, Hamilton, operating a vehicle impaired, Springfield Pike, Dec 18.

Incidents/investigations Burglary

Forced entry by breaking glass in the back door and Japanese coins, televisions, camera and camcorder were taken from residence, Laramie Trail, Dec 14.

Criminal mischief

Multiple vehicles were egged by unknown person(s) on various streets, Dec. 19.

Theft

Yard Machine snow blower was taken from the victims truck bed, Chestnut Avenue, Dec. 17. Vehicle stolen from victim by subjects later arrested by Evendale Police Department, Compton Road, Dec. 19.

Arrests/citations

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of Public Safety and SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) on the Lights for Life Day. Ohioans are encouraged to drive with their vehicle headlights illuminated during the day – as a pledge to be a safe driver and a reminder to others of the importance of roadway safety. Over the past year, ODOT has promoted several safe driving messages targeted to younger drivers, including efforts to convince teens to “Look Up, Hang Up, and Go Slow in the Cone Zone” – an effort to decrease the number of accidents caused by distracted driving. The effort is needed: in 2009, drivers between the ages of 15 and 25 were involved in 51 percent of all crashes on Ohio’s roadways – up from 39 percent in 2008. Last year, young drivers accounted for 151,545 crashes and 402 fatalities.

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A new safety analysis by the Ohio Department of Transportation reveals 2010 has been a safer year for the state’s teen drivers. In the first nine months of this year, young drivers between the ages of 15 to 25 were involved in 106,420 crashes. That’s down by about 4,100 crashes from the first nine months of 2009 – a 3 percent decline – or about 14 fewer accidents each day since the beginning of the year. The leading factors behind crashes involving young drivers are following too close, failing to yield to other traffic and driving too fast. The ODOT safety analysis also shows that most crashes occur right after school, with the majority of accidents reported between the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. For the second year in a row, ODOT is partnering with the Ohio Department

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Monfort Heights United Methodist Church

3682 West Fork Rd , west of North Bend Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:44am

Nursery Available * Sunday School 513-481-8699 * www. mhumc.org

Well staffed Nursery, Active Youth & College Groups, Exciting Music Dept, Seniors Group, Deaf Ministry www.friendshipbaptistcincinnati.org

BAPTIST

Creek Road Baptist Church 3906 Creek Rd., Sharonville, Cincinnati, OH 513-563-2410 elder@creekroad.org Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am, 6:00pm Wednesday Worship 7:00pm Pastor, Rev. David B Smith

CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES

Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You

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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 & 11amTraditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services

3751 Creek Rd.

513-563-0117

www.sharonville-umc.org

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

EPISCOPAL Christ Church Glendale Episcopal Church 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

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Friendship Baptist Church 8580 Cheviot Rd 741-7017 Gary Jackson, Senior Pastor Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Morning Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday Evening Services 6:30pm Wednesday Service 7:00pm AWANA (Wed) 7:00 - 8:45pm

(Ofﬁce) 946 Hempstead Dr. (513) 807-7200 Jody Burgin, Pastor www.bretwoodcommunitychurch.com We meet Sundays at 10:30am at 9158 Winton Rd. – Springﬁeld Township Childcare provided

Let’s Do Life Together

HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com

LUTHERAN CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS)

3301 Compton Rd. (1 block east of Colerain) 513-385-8342 www.christ-lcms.org Dec. 24 5:00 German Service, 7:00 Lessons & Carols Dec. 25 10:00am Holy Communion Dec. 26 8:30 & 11am Holy Communion Dec. 31 7:00 New Years Eve

VINEYARD CHURCH NORTHWEST COLERAIN TOWNSHIP Three Weekend Services! Saturday - 5:30 pm Sunday - 9:30 & 11:15 am 9165 Round Top Rd (1/4 mi. so. of Northgate Mall)

513-385-4888

Faith Lutheran LCMC

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8265 Winton Rd., Finneytown www.faithcinci.org Pastor Robert Curry Contemporary Service 9am Traditional Service 11:00am

Sunday School 10:15 HOPE LUTHERAN

NEW TIMES AS WE WELCOME

Pastor Lisa Arrington 9:00 am Contemporary Worship 10:00 am Welcome Hour/ Sun School 11:00 am Traditional Worship

EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Sunday School Hour (for all ages) 9:15 - 10:15am Worship Service - 10:30 to 11:45am (Childcare provided for infants/ toddlers) Pastor: Rich Lanning Church: 2191 Struble Rd Ofﬁce: 2192 Springdale Rd

4695 Blue Rock Road Colerain Twp. South of Ronald Reagan and I-275 www.hopeonbluerock.org 923-3370

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA) “Growing Closer to God, Growing Closer to Neighbor”

542-9025

www. trinitymthealthy.org 513-522-3026

Visitors Welcome www.eccfellowship.org

Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided

Church By The Woods PC(USA)

1553 Kinney Ave, Mt. Healthy

PRESBYTERIAN

5921 Springdale Rd 1mi west of Blue Rock

Sun Worship 10:00am Childcare Provided 3755 Cornell Rd 563-6447 www.ChurchByTheWoods.org ............................................

Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:20 am Traditional Service and Hymnbook

Taiwanese Ministry 769-0725

385-7024

Northminster Presbyterian Church

Pastor Todd A. Cutter

Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS Rev Lyle Rasch, Pastor

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UNITED METHODIST Christ, the Prince of Peace 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 “Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org Guest Speaker

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

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

FOREST CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

680 W Sharon Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45240

513-825-3040

Traditional Service: 9:30 AM ConneXion Contemporary Service: 11:30 AM Sunday School: 10:30 AM

JOHN WESLEY UNITED METHODIST 1927 W. K emper Rd. (Between Mill & Hamilton) 513-825-0733 Traditional Sunday Services 9:00am & 10:15am Contemporary Service 11:30am www.jwumc.net

2:00pm

3:30pm

703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Transforming Lives for Jesus Christ Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors

Northwest Community Church 8735 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS Rev. Kevin Murphy, Pastor 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available

Salem White Oak Presbyterian

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ 691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney

Sunday School - All Ages - 9:15am Sunday Worship - 10:30am

Nursery Provided

St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale

Phone: 385-9077 Sunday Worship: 10:30am Sunday School: 9:15am Nursery Available/Handicap Access www.stpaulucccolerain.org

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LEGAL NOTICE The following legislation was passed at the Springdale Board of Health meeting held December 9, 2010: BOARD OF HEALTH REGULATION R2-2010 A REGULATION OF THE SPRINGDALE BOARD OF HEALTH AMENDING BOARD OF HEALTH REGULATION R1-2009 WHICH ESTABLISHED FEES FOR FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS, RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS, VENDING MACHINE LOCATIONS, AND TEMPORARY FOOD OPERATIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF ESTABLISHED AND SPRINGDALE; FEES FOR FOOD SERVICE OPERATION AND RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT PLAN REVIEWS. Cammie Mitrione, Secretary 1001611111

UNITED METHODIST

The church is participating in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America Malaria Campaign. The campaign focuses on the prevention, treatment and containment of malaria. The children of the Sunday School and the Wheel of Friendship women’s group are making special donations along with general donations from members of the congregation. The Monday morning Women’s Bible Study is beginning a new study called Encouraging One Another. The women meet from 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. to share prayer concerns and praises and to study the Bible together. Babysitting is available and guests are welcome. Worship services with Holy Communion are 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Christian education for all ages is 9:45 a.m. The church welcomes all people from Montgomery and surrounding communities to participate in worship and other activities. The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288, www.ascensionlutheranchurch.com.

Brecon United Methodist Church

Sunday Worship Services are 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. with Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church is during the 10:45 a.m. hour. All guests and visitors are welcome. The church is at 7388 East Kemper Road, Sycamore Township; 4897021.

Church by the Woods

The church offers traditional Sunday worship at 10 a.m. The church is handicapped-accessible. The church conducts English-as-asecond-language classes Saturday mornings. If you need to learn English, or know someone who does, call 563-6447. The church is at 3755 Cornell Road, Sharonville; 563-6447; www.churchbythewoods.org.

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

Traditional worship services are 8:20 a.m. and 11 a.m.; contemporary music is 9:40 a.m. every Sunday. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati; 791-3142; www.cosumc.org.

Good Shepherd Catholic Church

The church recently kicked off its Honduras Project. The church will interact with their friends in Honduras in joint-faith sharing and development, help build a new bilingual elementary school, establish a new parish in Santa Lucia, travel to Honduras to meet their new Catholic brothers and sisters and help faith formation students connect with the children of Intibuca. For more information, call Deacon Mark Westendorf at 489-8815 ext. 718. The church has Roman Catholic Mass with contemporary music Sundays at 4 p.m. Good Shepherd’s contemporary music Mass is a little livelier, a little more upbeat, but remains grounded in the traditional Roman Catholic liturgy. Worshipers will recognize popular Christian worship songs by artists such as Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman and Tim Hughes, as well as familiar Catholic liturgical hymns played to a livelier beat. At key points in the service, Contemporary Mass Music Director Bruce Deaton and his band strike up energetic praise music that has the congregation singing and clapping their hands. The Mass draws worshipers of all ages. Come early to get acquainted with the new songs which begin at 3:45 p.m. Stay after Mass on the first Sunday of each month for food, fun, and fellowship. The church is located at 8815 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 5034262.

Kenwood Fellowship Church

The church has a new contemporary worship service, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Saturdays. The services will feature contemporary worship music in a relaxed atmosphere with biblical teaching that will resonate with the fast-paced lifestyles that many of us find ourselves in today. The church is at 7205 Kenwood Road; 891-9768.

Kingdom Builders Apostolic Church

The church invites all to worship the Lord with them. Sunday school is at 10 a.m., and morning worship is at 11:30 a.m. Sunday evening Bible class is 4 p.m. and Wednesday night Bible class is 7-9 p.m. Pastor is Kirk Peoples Jr. The church is located at 3152 Lighthouse Drive, Suite C-2, Fairfield; 874-0446; www.kingdombuildersapostolic.com.

New Church of Montgomery

The church is temporarily conducting Sunday services at Strawser Funeral Home, 9305 Kenwood

About religion

Religion news is published at no charge on a spaceavailable basis. Items must be to our office no later than 4 p.m. Wednesday, for possible consideration in the following edition. E-mail announcements to tricountypress@communitypre ss.com, with “Religion” in the subject line. Fax to 248-1938. Call 248-8600. Mail to: Tri-County Press, Attention: Andrea Reeves, Religion news, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, OH 45140. Road, Blue Ash. The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 to 10 a.m. The study group is now studying “Divine Love and Wisdom” by Emanuel Swedenborg. All are welcome. The church is temporarily having services at 9503 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash; 489-9572; newchurch@cinci.rr.com; www.newchurchofmontgomery.net.

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

The church is having a special Festival of Lights service at 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 9 to celebrate Epiphany. A Kings cake reception will immediately follow. The church will be “adopting” families from the West End and is seeking donations of food, gifts and money. An Intercessory Healing Prayer Service is held the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. A Men’s Breakfast group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Rombe’s in Blue Ash. A Bereavement Support Group for widow and widowers meets the second and fourth Saturdays, 1011 a.m. Mother Linda Young is leading Parent Church School from 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. Sundays. Stay in the undercroft after bringing your children to Sunday School and discuss “In the Midst of Chaos: Caring for Your Children as Spiritual Practice” by Bonnie MillerMcLenore. The Order of St. Luke is studying the 26 miracles of Jesus and how they apply to life today. Meetings are from 7-8:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month in the library. Sunday worship services are 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The church is at 10345 Montgomery Road, Montgomery; 984-8401; www.st-barnabas.org.

Sharonville United Methodist Church

Sharonville United Methodist Church has services; 8:15 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. The church is at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117.

Sycamore Christian Church

Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bible Study is at 9 a.m. every Sunday. The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church hosts Adult and Youth Bible Studies at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.

Victorious Empowerment Worship Center

Have you wanted to be a part of a dance, mime or step team ministry but just couldn’t find a church with your age group? Are you searching for a church that you can call home and be feed through the word of God? Come out and see how God is working through a collection of people who are imperfect; who is serving a perfect God. There’s a blessing for you at Victorious Empowerment Worship Center whether you’re a preschooler or a senior citizen, single or married, there is a place for you. If you would like more information or feel lead by the Lord to attend our services, please call Victorious Empowerment Worship Center, or come worship on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Kendrick L Southerland is the pastor. The church is at the Atrium Conference Center, 30 Tri-County Parkway, Springdale; 578-0190.

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