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Food and Spirits.
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love a great meal. There’s something about that first bite that tastes beautiful, smells delicious and leaves you longing for many more. I love visiting a restaurant with my husband, enjoying the atmosphere and selecting something fabulous to savor from a wide array of menu options. It means I don’t have to cook or clean and can simply enjoy myself. However, when time permits, I take immense joy in crafting my own meals in our kitchen. I get a huge sense of accomplishment when I spend an hour or more carefully chopping, sautéing and serving a homemade culinary masterpiece.
And then my kids bring me right back down to Earth with their comments: “It’s too fancy, Mom!” and “Can’t we just have Dad’s simple cooking?” Inside this food and spirits issue of West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle, you’ll find many hand-crafted stories designed to tempt your palate. If you like to experiment in the kitchen, you’ll love our recipes and advice for cooking with wine. If you prefer to let someone else do the cooking for you, turn to our story on The Capital Grille to learn more about this fine dining experience just a short drive from town.
OCTOBER 2017 PUBLISHER
Michelle Moody | Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com editor
Abbey McMahon | Abbey.McMahon@LifestylePubs.com EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
Tera Michelson CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Debra Laizure, Laura Leavitt, Tera Michelson, Shawna Taylor CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Mark Garrett Photography, Len Kaltman-West Chester Corporate Photography, Michelle Lloyd, Eric Thomas Photography
CORPORATE TEAM
New bars, breweries and restaurants are opening in West Chester and Liberty every week. We visited four this month and asked each to share the recipe for one of their most popular cocktails. If wine is your beverage of choice, look for some of the favorite picks from Kate Eberlein, the Liberty Township resident who owns Village Wines of Glendale.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
With every good meal comes someone who serves as the backbone behind the scenes. You’ll want to read about an extraordinary party planner, Sara Pattison, who was indispensable as we hosted our Home Expo in June.
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Each month we like to shine the spotlight on a local non-profit. This month we turn our focus to the Caring Community Collaborative as they prepare for their third annual Empty Bowls event on October 21.
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PUBLISHER SUPPORT
Whether you eat to live or live to eat, there is always something special about that first bite. With your favorite spoonful in hand, we hope you’ll flip through the pages in this month’s issue and indulge in every photo and story until the very last bite. Michelle Moody, Publisher Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com
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ON THE COVER
Savory dishes from The Capital Grille in Rookwood. Photography by Len KaltmanMichelle Moody, Publisher West Chester Corporate Photography Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com
WestChesterandLibertyLifestyle.com ON THE COVER Savory dishes from The Capital
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Culinary Creations
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Lifestyle Calendar
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Tips for Cooking with Wine
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Gift Gathering For The Key Event
Two local families opened their homes to host community parties to gather donations used for raffle items at the Key Event benefiting the West Chester-Liberty Community Foundation. Judge Rob and Bea Lyons hosted a 'Sports of All Sorts' gift-gathering party while Becky Wilber hosted a 'Stock the Bar' party.
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The Great Pumpkin Fest includes a costume contest, horse-andwagon rides, petting zoos, a not-so-scary haunted trail, crafts, games and more. There is no cost to attend. To learn more about volunteering, call 513.759.7301 or go online. WestChesterOH.org
LEADERSHIP 21 CLASS FOCUSING ON YOUTH The West Chester • Liberty Chamber Alliance’s Leadership 21 class of 2017 partnered with MetroParks of Butler County to host a picnic for local foster families affiliated with Focus on Youth. The Leadership 21 class distributed school supplies to the foster families and provided a fun afternoon including games, activities and lunch. The West
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GREAT PUMPKIN FEST West Chester Township is seeking volunteers to work The Great Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, October 14, at Keehner Park. This annual fall event is a favorite among families and requires the support of hundreds of volunteers to lead games and activities, decorate and more. Shifts are available throughout Saturday, and it’s a great opportunity for students to earn service hours while giving back to the community in a fun way.
WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB Interested in trying new wines, but not sure where to start? Village Wines of Glendale has you covered. Wine of the Month Club is a fun way to discover new wines each month, plus enjoy tastings and recipes. At the Grand Cru level you’ll receive two bottles of wine each month; both bottles combined will be no more than $39.99 before tax and will be available on a monthly basis. Premiere Cru level members receive one bottle per month that’s priced between $60-$100 before tax. This past year, Village Wines has chosen wines from Austria, Spain, Israel, France, and several other places. Many of the wines featured in the 2016 Wine of the Month Club were such a hit that they’ve been reordered, and some are purchased so often that they’re now kept in stock. To join the Wine of the Month Club, call Village Wines of Glendale at 513.771.6611. VillageWinesGlendale.com CONTINUED >
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Food & Wine
Tips for Cooking with Wine
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sing wine in cooking intensifies flavor and adds another
level of uniqueness to your recipe. It gives a dish that extra
something special to turn great-grandma's pasta sauce recipe into your own (and make your sister-in-law jealous). So grab that secret ingredient from the wine cellar and head to the kitchen.
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As Julia Child says, "I enjoy cooking with wine, sometimes I even put it in the food I'm cooking." Wine should be added to food early enough in the cooking process that it has time to simmer. As wine cooks down, the alcohol evaporates away and the flavors begin to concentrate. Use a light hand at first until you get familiar with cooking with wine. Typically, white wines impart their delicate flavor to seafood, and dishes like chicken piccata and vegetable risotto. Red wine adds depth to bolder dishes like beef bourguignon, mushroom steak sauce, and of course, great-grandma's famous pasta sauce. Using wine in a reduction or to deglaze a pan creates an intense and complex sauce. It easily picks up those coveted brown bits that elevate the flavor of any dish. But be careful—light and overly fruity wines can ruin a sauce. The fruitiness is lost during the cooking process and will leave the sauce too acidic, ensuring those lovely brown bits have gone to waste. Red or White? Let's be clear about what is considered a good cooking wine. The so-called "Cooking Wine" found in your local grocery store next to the fancy vinegars and Worcestershire sauce is a poor excuse for a cooking ingredient. They are low in alcohol content, highly acidic, and contain a massive amount of salt. Instead, choose a wine you would pair with the meal. Use one that is fruity, medium or full-bodied, and with little or no oak flavor. Wine aged in oak barrels tends to turn bitter and harsh when cooked in food. For red wines, Pinot Noir and blends such as Côtes du Rhône will produce consistent results. Again, avoid wines aged in oak such as the robust Cabernet Sauvignon. White wines should also be dry and full-bodied. Try a Sauvignon Blanc, unoaked Chardonnay, or even a French Vermouth.
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Let's Talk Price Does
an
expensive
wine
produce a better sauce than a wine picked from the bargain bin? Well, maybe. America's Test Kitchen tested sauces made
from
similar
wines
in the $5, $10, $20 and $30 price points. They discovered that the $5 wines cooked down to sweet, syrupy sauces, while the $10, $20 and $30 bottles were smoother,
making
sauces
with
multiple layers of flavor. Although tasters favored wines in the two more expensive price ranges, none thought the difference justified spending an extra $10 or $20. They found that limiting the price to $10 left cooks with plenty of good shopping options.
Cooking Tips:
• Add a light, dry white wine
to melted butter and baste grilled, broiled, or baked fish. • Mix wine with different herbs and olive oil to make a delicious salad dressing. • Stir in a couple tablespoons of red wine into brown gravy. Slowly simmer to create a luscious sauce for beef. • Freeze leftover drinking wine in ice cube trays for future cooking use. • Use a wine-based marinade to help keep meat, poultry or seafood moist while it cooks.
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RED WINE REDUCTION FOR SAUCES
Makes about 2 tablespoons Two tablespoons of this potent wine reduction can be substituted in a recipe, such as a pan sauce, tomato sauce, or roast beef jus, that calls for one-half to three-quarters cup of wine. Add this reduction near the end of the cooking time—the way you might finish a sauce by swirling in some butter. The reduction can be kept for up to two weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 1 small carrot, chopped fine (about 2 tablespoons) 1 medium shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons) 2 button mushrooms, chopped fine (about 3 tablespoons) 1 small bay leaf 3 sprigs fresh parsley 1 cup fruity, smooth, medium-bodied red wine blend Heat all ingredients in 12-inch nonstick skillet over low heat; cook, without simmering (liquid should be steaming but not bubbling), until mixture reduces to 1 cup, 15 to 20 minutes. Pour through strainer and return liquid (about 1/2 cup) to clean skillet. Continue to cook over low heat, without simmering, until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons, 15 to 20 minutes. From America's Test Kitchen Season 2
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Culinary Creations
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it h crisp fall weather comes an opportunit y to sit by the fire wit h family, enjoy a meal on the patio wit h friends or watch a football game wit h a cold one. Wherever your fall activities lead you, these cocktails from around town are sure to add a delicious splash to any meal or gathering. CONTINUED >
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Culinary Creations (CON TI N U ED)
CARAMEL APP LE-T INI
Submitted by The Coach House in Hamilton INGREDIENTS:
3/4 oz. of apple pucker 1 ½ oz. of RumChata 3/4 oz. of caramel vodka Caramel sauce Apple (sliced) EQUIPMENT: Martini glass Shaker Strainer DIRECTIONS: 1. Lightly coat half of the rim of the martini glass with caramel 2. Add a full scoop of ice to the shaker 3. Pour in apple pucker, RumChata and caramel vodka in listed quantities in the shaker 4. Shake vigorously 5. Strain contents into the prepared martini glass 6. Slice a sliver of apple and garnish the caramel side of the rim
MOSCOW MULE
Submitted by Kona Grill at Liberty Center INGREDIENTS:
1 ½ oz. Tito’s Vodka 1/2 oz. freshly-squeezed lime juice 4 oz. Gosling’s Ginger Beer Ice cubes 1 lime wheel for garnish EQUIPMENT: Copper mug DIRECTIONS: 1. Fill a copper mug with ice 2. Build ingredients over ice: Tito’s Vodka, then fresh squeezed lime juice, then Gosling’s Ginger Beer 3. Garnish with lime wheel floated on top
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APP LE CIDER SANGRIA Reader submission INGREDIENTS:
1 bottle (standard size) of Pinot Grigio 2 ½ cups fresh apple cider 1 cup club soda 1/2 cup ginger brandy 3 honey crisp apples, chopped 3 pears, chopped EQUIPMENT: Pitcher Wine glass DIRECTIONS: 1. Combine all ingredients together in a pitcher and stir 2. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving 3. Serve over light ice CONTINUED >
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PRICKLY P EAR MARGARI TA
Submitted by Uno Pizzeria & Grill in Union Centre
INGREDIENTS:
1 ½ oz. Sauza Gold Tequila 1 oz. Cointreau 1 ½ oz. fresh lime juice 1 oz. Monin Desert Pear Syrup 1 lime wedge Kosher salt to rim the glass EQUIPMENT: Shaker Salt-rimmed margarita glass DIRECTIONS: 1. Measure all ingredients together in a shaker glass with ice 2. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds 3. Rim glass with salt, garnish with lime wedge, and fill with ice 4. Strain shaker into glass and serve
NEW MEXICAN MART IN I
Submitted by Chuy’s in Union Centre INGREDIENTS:
2 oz. Green Chile infused El Jimador tequila 1 oz. Cointreau 1 ½ oz. fresh lime juice 1 ½ oz. sugar water Lime wedge Two jalapeno-stuffed olives with a sword pick EQUIPMENT: Salted martini glass Shaker DIRECTIONS: 1. Fill shaker with ice 2. Combine all ingredients in shaker and shake vigorously 3. Pour into martini glass and finish with garnish
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With a passion for parties, Pattison has long been known as the go-to girl among her friends and colleagues when it is time to celebrate. Now marking one year of her successful party planning operation, Pattison delights in the business of merry making.
planning their events.” Pattison adds, “The less you stress, the more you are going to enjoy your party!” Pattison enjoys the creative process that guides a successful
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when a customer says, ‘Wow! I really was a guest at my own event.’”
even making some food, or picking it up on the day of the event. I
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cakes, cookies, you name it. When I say I do it all, I really will.”
PATTISON’S PARTY POINTERS The holiday party season is right around the corner! From the small and intimate New Year’s Eve celebration to the office-wide corporate holiday event, the party season is upon us. Sara Pattison offers her top tips for your upcoming seasonal gatherings. 1. SIMPLIFY YOUR GUEST LIST Avoid including the guests you “should” invite. Surround yourself with interesting people you enjoy or want to get to know better. 2. NEVER SKIMP ON FOOD AND DRINK The menu doesn’t have to be complicated, just fresh and tasty. Guests aren’t expecting an open bar—instead, feature one or two signature cocktails alongside a small selection of beer and wine. Craft beer is considered a delicacy in Cincinnati. 3. DECORATE WITH FRESH FLOWERS Don’t underestimate the decorative power of a beautiful bouquet and a few well-placed clear vases showcasing single blossoms. 4. LOOK AHEAD AND PACE YOURSELF FOR SUCCESS Skip the day-of-party stress by spreading your to-do list over the week before your event. Hand off the day-of duties so you can enjoy time with your guests. 5. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION On a budget, home is the best venue for a social gathering. Pattison rearranges furniture to accommodate traffic flow. For corporate events, it’s all about convenience for colleagues and customers. Pin down a location that is central and accessible for guests. Give yourself and your guests the gift of a free consultation from Sara Pattison of The Perfect Party Planner. Let Pattison get your party started. CincyPerfectParty.com Sara@CincyPerfectParty.com 513.512.5937 October 2017 | West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle
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Giving Back Guests show off their bowls at the 2016 Empty Bowls fundraiser.
CARING FOR COMMUNITY
Guests at the 2016 Empty Bowls fundraiser purchased hand-crafted bowls and enjoyed a soup lunch to support C3.
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LOCAL ORGANIZATION STRIVES TO SOLVE TOUGH ISSUES
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here is power in unity. Appropriately enough, you can-
At that point, C3 knew their call to action was to bring
not spell the word “community” without “unity.” The
more community members together to bridge these
Caring Community Collaborative (C3), recognizes this and
gaps. While many non-profits focus on single issues,
strives to unite community members to focus on address-
C3 focuses holistically on the community and partners
ing needs throughout West Chester and Liberty Township. C3 exists to bridge the gaps between industry experts, community leaders and neighbors within West Chester
“We’re focused on building a stronger community amid
and Liberty Township. The organization’s mission is to
the different aspects and areas where there is a need. That’s
bring diverse sectors (businesses, houses of worship,
where the collaborative part comes in,” O’Connor states.
different cultures, etc.) of the community together to edu-
C3 partners with organizations such as the West Chester •
cate and raise awareness of community-wide concerns
Liberty Chamber Alliance, the Community Foundation, Butler
in order to advance the quality of life for our community.
County Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services
“We’re all in this together,” is what C3 wants each citizen
Board, Miami University and Butler County United Way,
to know, and Lynda O’Connor, president of C3, stresses
among others, to address the concerns of the community.
how powerful “we” can be. “I remember one event we were having a few years ago for senior citizens…to allow the community to discuss what a normal day for a senior looks like,” O’Connor explains about the event, which consisted of a panel of senior citizens and senior service providers. “One panelist was talking about all of the services they offer and one senior looked at them and said, ‘Well, if you offer all of those things and I’m a senior, why don’t I know about it?’ It was an illuminating moment,” she reflects. 34
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The 2017 Empty Bowls event is Saturday, October 21 at Liberty Center's Sabin Hall.
C3 President Lynda O’Connor presents at Lakota’s Back To School Kick-Off event. C3 will be one of the benefactors of Lakota’s “Casual for a Cause” staff fundraiser.
“We’re constantly working to come up with ways that we can help and grow our community in a positive and impactful way as neighbors helping neighbors. It seems to naturally flow from the energy we have within the group,” O’Connor explains. The C3 team consists of leaders from the business, faith and education communities as well as service providers, locally elected leaders and more. It’s a broad spectrum of perspectives on purpose. As a collective, the team is responsible for many events and initiatives including drug addiction, veterans’ issues, mental health, homelessness, hunger, needs of the elderly, interfaith understanding and youth and generational issues. One upcoming fundraising event is Empty Bowls, which benefits Reach Out Lakota and the Faith Alliance Summer Lunch and Learn program. On Saturday, October 21, guests can purchase a handmade bowl and enjoy a meal together while contributing to these non-profit organizations. The organization is always looking for volunteers and sponsors. All team members work on a voluntary basis and funds from donations go directly into funding
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programming such as the Food with Friends Initiative,
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which educates students and families on preparing
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healthy meals on a budget.
“Though we look like we live in an affluent community, there are deep pockets of need and we work to recognize those pockets and identify the specific need,” O’Connor says. “Though they aren’t widespread, there are needs in our community and if we don’t deal with them now they will become bigger.”
Sabin Hall at Liberty Center Patrons purchase handcrafted bowls for $25 and can enjoy soup and refreshments. All proceeds will be donated to benefit Reach Out Lakota and the Faith Alliance Summer Lunch and Learn program. To register, email Contact@C3Ohio.org.
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October OCTOBER 1-29, HOURS VARY NIEDERMAN FAMILY FARM FALL FESTIVAL
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OCTOBER 5 ALIVE AFTER 5 DOWNTOWN HAMILTON Alive After 5 is a unique shop hop experience in downtown Hamilton that highlights an eclectic community of small businesses. Alive After 5 has activities for children of all ages while adults can eat, drink and
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OCTOBER 14 & 15 CINCINNATI MODEL TRAIN AND TRADE SHOW LAKOTA WEST HIGH SCHOOL All aboard for the 50th annual Cincinnati Model Train and Trade Show at Lakota West on October 14-15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kids under 12 and Scouts in uniform are free. View model trains in all scales, operating layouts and displays, shop more than 250 dealer tables, hourly door prizes, free engine check-up and more.
OCTOBER 14 THE GREAT PUMPKIN FEST KEEHNER PARK Treat your little ghosts and goblins to a day at The Great Pumpkin Fest at Keehner Park. Kids and families are invited to this free event on Saturday, October 14 from 2-9 p.m. at Keehner Park. The Great Pumpkin Fest includes a costume contest, horse-and-wagon rides, petting zoos, a not-so-scary haunted trail, crafts, games and more. online. WestChesterOH.org
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OCTOBER 19 500TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH October 31, 2017, marks the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation. To commemorate the anniversary, local faith leaders are hosting prayer and discussions at various locations: St. Susanna in Mason on October 10, 7-9 p.m.; Christ the King in West Chester on October 19, 7-9 p.m.; and St. Maximillian in Liberty Township on October 21, 10 a.m. to noon. CTKLuth.org
OCTOBER 21 JUNGLE JIM'S FALL SMASH JUNGLE JIM'S, FAIRFIELD Jungle Jim's is celebrating fall with their second annual Fall Smash on Saturday, October 21. Pumpkin beer, hard cider, live entertainment and local food trucks will take over the Greenhouse for a full day of food and fun. Food trucks will serve from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and festivities start inside the Greenhouse at 3 p.m. sharp. JungleJims.com
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OCTOBER 21 EMPTY BOWLS SABIN HALL, LIBERTY CENTER Fill your bowls with delicious soups for a good cause on Saturday, October 21. The Caring Community Collaborative (C3) is hosting Empty Bowls at Sabin Hall in Liberty Center. Patrons can purchase handcrafted bowls for $25 and receive soup and refreshments. All proceeds will
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OCTOBER 25 MTCES OPEN HOUSE MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School (MTCES) will host its annual Family Information Night on Wednesday, October 25 from 7-8 p.m. in the Sister Anne Schulz Student Center. The evening will provide prospective families with an opportunity to hear from current parents and learn about curriculum, faith formation and programs. Contact Noel Balster with questions at 513.779.6585. MTCES.org
OCTOBER 25 SPOOKTACULAR MUSIC CONCERT MULHAUSER BARN Join the West Chester Symphony Orchestra for some spooky Halloween musical favorites at the historic Muhlhauser Barn in West Chester on Wednesday, October 25 at 7 p.m. There will also be a costume contest for the kids who attend with prizes for the cutest, scariest, and funniest. Light refreshments served during the concert. ButlerCountyOH.us
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business directory ART & PHOTOGRAPHY EDUCATION
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Christian Brothers Automotive (513) 342-8785 CBAC.com/West-Chester Fiehrer Buick GMC (513) 863-8111 FiehrerMotors.com
CHILD CAMPS, CARE & TUTORING
Goldfish Swim School (513) 857-1700 GoldfishSwimSchool.com Huntington Learning Center (513) 860-4716 HuntingtonHelps.com
COMMUNITY EVENTS & ORGANIZATIONS MidPointe Library System (513) 777-3131 MidPointeLibrary.org
DANCE
West Chester Academy (513) 829-2345 WestChesterAcademy.com
DENTISTS & ORTHODONTICS Hickman Orthodontics (513) 874-0200 HickmanOrtho.com
DERMATOLOGISTS
Dermatology & Surgery of Southern Ohio, Inc. (513) 858-6900 DermatologyandSurgery.com
DIGITAL SERVICES Pressbuilt (513) 403-4555 Pressbuilt.com
Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School (513) 779-6585 MTCES.org
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Designer Items and More (513) 349-2080 DesignerItemsAndMore.com
FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING Emery Federal Credit Union (513) 530-9351 EmeryFCU.org
FOOD & BEVERAGE Village Wines of Glendale (513) 771-6611 VillageWinesGlendale.com
HEALTH & WELLNESS Cincinnati Transformation (513) 454-7188 CincinnatiTransformation.com Community First Solutions (513) 785-4060 Community-First.org Mindful Wellness Medical Thermography (513) 382-3132 MindfulWellnessMedical Thermography.com Pure M.D. (513) 777-8282 PureMDMedSpa.com Shaklee - Rita McCormack (513) 607-3941 ThinkHealthy.MyShaklee.com
HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS Carriage Hill (513) 894-4455 CarriageHillLiving.com Kitchen Concepts Inc. (513) 531-3838 KConcepts.com
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Mercy Health Fairfield Healthplex (513) 682-1212 Mercy.com
Blinds Plus (513) 234-4575 BlindsPlusAndMore.com BOVA contemporary furniture (513) 247-9100 BOVAFurniture.com Interiors Plus (513) 777-7717 InteriorsPlusMasonOhio.com McSwain Carpets & Floors (513) 759-8400 McSwainCarpets.com Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (513) 813-5543 PreviewTheNight.com Renewal by Andersen (513) 285-7592 RBACincy.com Shiver Security Systems (513) 719-4000 ext. 101 ShiverSecurity.com Titan Siding & Roofing (513) 755-7663 TitanSidingandRoofing.com
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Michael Corna American Family Insurance (513) 777-5543 Insurance-Agency.AmFam.com/ OH/Michael-Corna/ RiskSOURCE Clark-Theders (513) 779-2800 RiskSource.com
LANDSCAPING The Turf Tailor (513) 295-2782 TheTurfTailor.net
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Lyons & Lyons (513) 777-2222 LyonsandLyonsLaw.com
Center for Foot Care (513) 729-4455 CincinnatiFootCare.com Hilltop Obstetrics & Gynecology (513) 424-1440 HilltopOBGYN.com Mercy Health Fairfield Hospital (513) 870-7000 Mercy.com/Fairfield
PET CARE
Animal Hospital of West Chester (513) 777-5131 AnimalHospitalofWC.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
Truly Blessed Photography (513) 659-4158
PROPERTY
CMC The Perfect Small Office (513) 447-3636 PerfectSmallOffice.com
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October 16 - 21 Must sign up in advance. To see class schedules, go to WestChesterAcademy.com or call 513-829-2345. October 2017 | West Chester & Liberty Lifestyle
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