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Fronk retiring as Miami Township administrator By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@enquirer.com

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Larry Fronk, who was hired as the administrator in Clermont County’s Miami Township in 2009, is retiring next May after 36 years in public service. Miami Township Trustees are expected to advertise for his successor by the end of the month.

MIAMI TOWNSHIP — – After 36 years in public service, including the last five as administrator of Miami Township in Clermont County, Larry Fronk has announced his retirement, effective May 31, 2015. “I have been lucky to pursue a career that I have truly enjoyed,” Fronk said. When asked about his retirement plans, the 60-year-old Union Township resident said: “I am not sure yet, but I have eight months to write Act II.” Fronk, who recently in-

formed township staff of his retirement plans, said that he’s making the announcement now so that his successor can spend several months working alongside him for a smooth transition. Mary Makley Wolff, vice chair of the Miami Township Board of Trustees, said she expects trustees will approve a job description for Fronk’s successor at their Sept. 16 business meeting so they can advertise for the position by the end of the month. “While we’re sad to see Larry go, we also knew a while ago that he had quite a number of

years in and that he eventually would be retiring,” Wolff said. She added Fronk has done an excellent job for the township in a demanding position that requires a unique skill set. Wolff said the ideal candidate for administrator “will continue to make Miami Township the great place that it is to live and (to) manage resources when (revenues) have been kind of status quo because of the economy and state cuts.” Fronk, who earns $111,000 a year, oversees the day-to-day operations in a township that has 115 full-time and 80 parttime employees. He said his

greatest accomplishments include maintaining financial stability during a time of declining revenues and helping realize construction of five or six major road projects totaling $10 million to $15 million that had been planned during his predecessor’s administration. After receiving his master’s degree in public administration from Indiana State University in 1979, Fronk began his career working at a four-county regional planning and development commission in southern Illinois. See FRONK , Page A2

New swimming facility opening next year By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@enquirer.com

MILFORD — On what would have been her late father’s 75th birthday, Lori Wilson Weber held a bittersweet groundbreaking for her new Miami Township swimming facility that her father had supported. “He was an angel,” a tearful Weber said of her father, retired educator Loren “Pete” Wilson, who was a superintendent in several school districts, including Milford. “I feel so lucky to have had him as my father.” Largely because of money her civic-minded father left her when he died in June 2013, Weber, a certified water safety instructor who swam competitively at Milford High School and the University of Kentucky, was able to realize her longtime dream of building a swimming facility to teach people of all ages and abilities how to swim. “It took a little longer than we had hoped, but we are finally moving forward,” Weber said at the Aug. 29 groundbreaking attended by about 50. The ceremony was held on what would have been the 75th birthday of Loren “Pete” Wilson, a wellknown educator in Northern Kentucky and southwestern Ohio whose passion for NASCAR and UK basketball was exceeded only by his love for his family. “Dad may not have enjoyed swimming as much as me, but he understood the passion I had for it,” said Weber, who traveled to Brisbane, Australia in 2007 to study swimming under Aquatics Achievers, one of the biggest swim schools in the world. “He saw my gift and he gave me the courage to go forth and the

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Certified water safety instructor Lori Weber offers swim lessons to Matt Falconieri at the Beechmont Racquet and Fitness Club. Next March, Weber plans to open Lori’s H2O Skills LLC, a Miami Township swimming facility where she and other instructors will teach swimming to all ages.

determination to succeed.” When it opens next March, Lori’s H2O Skills LLC will offer private swim lessons, water aerobics and classes to help ease the pain of arthritis, as well as water therapy for children with special needs. Visitors also will be able to pose for underwater portraits, get their picture taken with mascot Petey the shark, and enjoy themed birthday parties. Swimmers will be able to purchase virtually everything they need, including towels, goggles and swim caps, at a gift shop in the facility. As designed by Russell Moody at REM Architects LTD., the one-story, 4,200-square-foot facility on Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road will have an L-shaped natatorium connected to an existing building that once housed an orthodontist’s office. At 45 feet long and 30 feet wide, the See SWIM, Page A2

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Kyle Weber, Lori Weber and Lori’s mother, Sue Wilson, take part in the Aug. 29 groundbreaking for Lori’s H2O Skills LLC.

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Golf outing supports police volunteer organizations By Cindy Schroeder cschroeder@enquirer.com

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Three Citizens Police Academy Alumni Associations will share a total of about $11,000 netted from a recent golf outing. Money from the event at the Oasis Golf Club in Miami Township will be divided among the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Associations in Clermont County’s Miami Township, Goshen Township and Loveland. Enterprise Car Rentals had the winning foursome from the 22 foursomes taking part in this year’s third annual golf outing. After completing a 10week class offered by their local police departments, members of the Citizens Police Academy

Alumni Associations help local police with a number of things, including crowd control during public events such as parades, blocking roads after storms, filing paperwork at the local police department and coordinating neighborhood watches. In Miami Township, for example, the outing’s proceeds will be used to purchase equipment and uniforms for members of the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and make possible donations to organizations supported by speakers who address the group at its monthly meetings. Those can include representatives of the FBI, a local SWAT team or judges, attorneys or prosecutors. The Miami Township organization, which has

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Members of the winning foursome in the recent golf outing to raise money for three Clermont County Citizens Police Academy Alumni Associations were Chris Grayson, Matt Huber, Derek Pandrea and Matt Mraz.

more than 150 members, also donates to various charities, such as Shop With A Cop and CrimeStoppers, said Gene Bishop, vice president of the Miami Township Citizens

Police Academy Alumni Association. “Anything that we have to buy, we purchase ourselves,” Bishop said. “We buy our uniforms, hats and shirts that say

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Township. She also will continue to work with competitive swimmers at that location. All of her staff at Lori’s H2O Skills LLC will be lifeguard and CPR certified. On average, 34 Ohio children and youths ages1 to 19 drown each year, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission, with children ages 1 to 9 at more risk of drowning in swimming pools, while youths ages 10 to 19 are at greater risk of drowning in natural bodies of water. George Lucas, a member of the Milford Board of Education and one of Pete Wilson’s best friends, described the project as a tribute to the efforts of Lori Weber, her husband,

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pool is not intended to be a competitive pool, but will be kept at a comfortable 90 degrees for swim lessons, Weber said. For11years, Weber has offered her swim school at Beechmont Racquet and Fitness Club, drawing primarily from Milford, Loveland and Goshen

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Miami Township CPAAA. The money we raise from events like this golf outing help keep us in existence.”

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From there, he worked for the village of New Richmond and the Clermont County Planning Commission. He was the community development director in Forest Park before he was hired as Miami Township’s administrator. Fronk said he’s had the privilege to work with many dedicated public servants, both elected and staff, through the years. “Although I will miss the work, more importantly I will miss the people I have come to know over the years,” he said.

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Certified water safety instructor Lori Weber poses with some of her pupils at a home pool. From left are Valerie Parnin, Lori Weber, Hunter Westerkamp and Vincent Batchelor. Next March, Weber is opening Lori’s H2O Skills LLC, a Miami Township swimming facility where she’ll offer swim lessons to all ages.

Kyle Weber, her mother, Sue Wilson, and her late father, Pete Wilson, who’ve made it a practice to give back to their community.

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BRIEFLY The Miami Township Police Department will host its free and anonymous “Drug Drop” program in conjunction with its “Clean Up Days” event Sept. 19 and Sept. 20. The purpose of the program is to encourage citizens to properly dispose of unused, unwanted and expired prescription medications. This helps to prevent accidental overdose, theft of dangerous narcotics and reduces contamination of water sources. The programs also accepts pills, inhalers, patches and syringes. Medications can be dropped off from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, and from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive. The Drug Drop program is open to anyone. The “Clean Up Days” event is reserved for Miami Township residents only. For questions regarding Drug Drop, call 513-248-3721.

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The Monroe Grange will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at 2644 Ohio 222 in Nicholsville. They will be planning for next years programs. We welcome new members. Anyone who eats, wears clothing, uses gasoline really support agriculture. This organization supports agriculture, does community services and much more. For more information call the Rooks’ at (513)7346980.

through Sept. 26); $35 day of race, with shirt while supplies last; $15 youth 12 and under with shirt, while supplies last (through Sept. 26). For reservations, visit www.sprunning.com or for more information about the Run For Hope 5K contact Ginger Roberts at 513-304-9162 or groberts@jaymiejamisonfourndation.org.

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Drop off your unused, unwanted and expired prescription medications at the Miami Township Police Department’s Drug Drop program offered along with its Clean Up Days event Set. 19 and 20. The program is to prevent accidental overdoses, theft of dangerous narcoticsa dn reduce contamination of water sources. Pills, inhalers, patches and syringes will be accepted. Medications can be dropped off 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 19 and 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Miami Township Civic Center at 6101 Meijer Dr. The program is open to anyone while the Clean Up Days event is for township residents only. For information on the drug drop, call 513-2483721.

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Walk/run benefits gynecological cancer fight

The Jaymie Jamison Foundation for Hope is having a 5K walk/run for women’s health, specifically for gynecological cancer. The race is at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, beginning at the gazebo on Front Street in New Richmond. Cost is $25 pre-registration (without shirt, through Sept. 26); $30 preregistration (with shirt,

pads, and a mouth guard. Sturdy shoes and long pants are recommended to avoid injury. All corporate sponsorships, donations, and proceeds go to benefit direct patient care through equipment and building capital projects or to a special reading program for children. For additional infor-

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Milford ground game keys big win over Shroder By Shawn Sell School correspondent

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Milford High School’s Lindsay Matulis swims the ball forward during the 2013 regional water polo tournament. Now a senior, Matulis and Sydney Conner are team leaders for the Eagles, who got off to a 14-1 start.

Milford girls water polo off to sizzling start By Mark D. Motz

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MILFORD — Don’t look now, but the Milford High School girls golf squad has some competition for best team on campus. While the golfers would do about anything to avoid the water, the aforementioned competition lives in it. The girls water polo team under first-year head coach Kevin Metzger - an assistant the last two seasons under previous head coach Sarah Kleinfelter - is off to a 14-1 start. “Coming from last year when we graduated almost a full lineup of seniors, I don’t know if anyone expected this,” Metzger said. “But from the minute they got in the water, they’ve been very good and working very hard. They all have one goal, and that’s a state championship title.” Seniors Sydney Conner and Lindsay Matulis have the most experience and lead the offense and defense, respectively. Sophomore

Skyler Fontaine - in her second season - has emerged as a defensive stalwart. Junior Alison McClure has come out of the goal to be a field player for the Eagles this season. Milford’s lone loss came against traditional state power Upper Arlington, a game that taught the Eagles a few things. “We’ve got a good full-press defense,” Metzger said. “But what we learned was we need some work on our counter attacks and on our direct-pass offense. Upper Arlington was really fast and could just swim past us, so we’re working on some of our basic swimming skills to prevent that from happening any more. “They get their business done when they come in the pool. They’re serious about getting better. We’re working on some of the speed in the water, like I said, but also keeping our passes in the air. A dry pass moves faster than a wet one, which gives us more opportunity.” The Milford girls compete in the Sycamore Invitational Sept. 19 and host Mason Sept. 23.

On the boys side, Metzger has a young, improving team off to an 86-1 start “I’m in the business of helping these kids get to the highest level of water polo possible for them,” Metzger said. “They’re young, but they have a lot of potential to be a very good team over the next few seasons.” Young enough to have no returning seniors and to elect sophomore Charlie Hausfeld as its captain. The second-year player is solid offensively and defensively; Metzger said “He is aggressive and he’s passionate about the sports, two great traits for your captain to have.” Junior Max Woodson shoulders much of the scoring load for the Eagles with his strong perimeter shooting, while sophomore Kane Gormley is in his second year as starting goalie. Junior Tyler Karon may be the most improved player on the team. The Milford boys play in the Princeton Invitational Sept. 19 and host Mason Sept. 23.

SHORT HOPS By Mark D. Motz mmotz@communitypress.com

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» Clermont Northeastern slipped to 1-2 on the season following a 39-0 loss at Hillsboro Sept. 12. The Rockets host Goshen Sept. 19. » Bethel-Tate beat Goshen 28-16 on Sept. 12 to go to 3-0; the Warriors dropped to 0-3. The Tigers had touchdowns in all four quarters and their three victories are the most the school has had since 2009 when they were 5-5. Goshen visits CNE Sept.19. » Milford beat Shroder 48-12 at home Sept. 12, improving to 2-1 on the season while rushing for 420 yards. Quarterback Drew Ashcraft ran for 154 of them and went 9-for-14

passing, good for 86 more yards and a pair of touchdowns to Ben Greenwell. Jack young scored on touchdown runs of 39 and eight yards. Senior Dominick Hathaway led the defense with nine tackles, including five for a loss. Milford opens Eastern Cincinnati Conference action at Withrow Sept. 19. » McNicholas hosted Wyoming after Journal deadlines Sept. 13. For game results, please visit www.cincinnati.com/ohpreps.

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» Berea College beat UC Clermont 21-25, 25-21, 25-22, 25-23 Sept. 6. The Cougars bounced back with a 25-15, 23-25, 25-15, 25-20 over West Virginia Tech in the tri-match to improve its record to 3-2.

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The Milford High School rushing attack thrashed Shroder for 420 yards, keying the Eagles to a lopsided 4812 victory on Friday night inside Eagle Stadium. After falling behind early, Milford rattled off 41 straight points to run away from an overmatched Jaguar squad that had been undefeated entering the contest. Milford’s senior quarterback Drew Ashcraft rushed for 154 yards in just two and a half quarters of play, while classmate Jack Young rushed for a pair of touchdowns to lead the charge for an Eagle offense that finished with 520 total yards. Sophomore Dawson Slone added 106 yards, all in the fourth quarter as the Eagles finished off the big victory. Ashcraft also completed 9 of 14 passes for 86 yards, including a pair of scores to junior wideout Ben Greenwell. The Milford defense was also up to the task, holding Shroder to 255 total yards with nearly half coming on a pair of big plays. The Eagles’ were able to force the Jags into three turnovers, while also collecting a pair of sacks. The opening two possessions of the night featured turnovers with Josh Bobo intercepting Taylor Holston to start the night for the Eagle defense. Milford couldn’t convert when Young was hit at the goal line and fumbled, handing the ball back to the Jaguars. Shroder was able to capitalize with a seven-play, 80 yard drive, culminating in a Holston to Charles Gamble 17-yard strike. Chalfont Butler had the big play of the drive, grabbing a tipped ball and racing 47 yards deep into Milford territory. After a scoreless first quarter, the Eagles exploded for 28 second quarter points to take a comfortable margin into the locker room. A beautifully thrown 22yard pass from Ashcraft to Greenwell got the Eagles on the board and on the Jags’ first offensive play, senior line-

backer Robert Krebs grabbed an interception to give the ball back to the hosts. Ashcraft wasted no time, again hooking up with Greenwell, this time from 21 yards out on the first Milford play to push the score to 14-6. The miscues continued for the Jaguars on their ensuing possession as Krebs forced an Anthony Brown fumble on the first play to give Milford the ball back near midfield. An Ashcraft to Young pass, followed by two scampers by the former gave Milford first and goal at the Shroder 10. Young took it from there, blasting in from 10 yards out for Milford’s third score of the quarter. With just over a minute and a half left before break, Ashcraft found the end zone, racing in from 39 yards out as Milford continued to pour on the offense. The beginning to the second half was more of the same as Ashcraft led the Eagles on a six-play, 66yard journey down the Eagle Stadium turf, with Young going the final eight yards for a 34-6 Milford lead. After forcing another Shroder punt, sophomore quarterback Tyler Smith took over the controls of the Eagles’ offense and the home team didn’t miss a beat as David DiSilvestro wrapped up the drive with a four-yard touchdown run. The Eagle defense did have a breakdown on the next drive as Brown, who entered the night with 409 yards rushing in two games, outran the Milford defense for a 75-yard score around left end. The scoring ended when Slone went in from 28 yards out for his first varsity score, capping off an outstanding night for the sophomore. Milford’s defense was led by senior lineman Dominick Hathaway, who had nine tackles, including five for loss. Krebs ended with five tackles, a forced fumble and an interception, while Alex Young added a sack and Bobo an interception.

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McNick football shines against Wyoming Cowboys there’s usually plenty of electricity among the fans clad in green. Coach Mike Orlando’s crew is tied with Badin in the Greater Catholic League Central Division, largely behind one of the league-leading rushers in Sean Byrne. The 182-pound senior set the tone of the game with a 69-yard touchdown early and followed that with a 5-yard scoring rum-

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Under sunny skies at Penn Station Stadium, the McNicholas Rockets went to 3-0 on Saturday with a 27-16 win over the Wyoming Cowboys. They are the Chicago Cubs of east side prep football. Though the Rockets have no lights and play day games,

ble before the first quarter had ended. “We’re hanging our hat on him,” Orlando said. “He’s low, compact and has pretty solid hips and rear end and it’s tough for guys to get a good grip on him.” Sophomore kicker Cole Carmosino added a pair of second quarter field goals to give McNick a 20-0 halftime lead.

In the third stanza, senior quarterback Luke Sulken hit junior Ben Roberts from 2-yards out and the Rockets went to the final quarter up 27-0. Wyoming sophomore quarterback Andrew Marty threw touchdown passes under the five-minute mark to seniors Oliver Reinecke and Duke Brunke as the Cowboys avoided their first shutout since 2006 against

St. X team won’t take successes for granted Avoiding complacency is the first order of business for St. Xavier’s firstyear cross country head coach Andy Wietmarschen. The Bombers have won the past two Division I state championships. As a former Bomber runner and longtime St. Xavier assistant coach, Wietmarschen knows what it will take to keep the title streak alive. “I think this team has a great shot at continuing the success that the St. Xavier cross country program has enjoyed over the last 30-plus years,” said Wietmarschen. The Bombers will be a trio of seniors who helped lead the team to a state title and sixth-place finish at the Nike Cross Nationals in 2013. Michael Vitucci, Brad Eagan, and Cole Grabowski bring championship training and experience to the team. Seniors Gabe West and Matt Osubor, junior Austin Angeline, and sophomore Chris Reischel will boost the varsity squad this sea-

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Traffic is heavy along U.S. 50 leaving Mariemont headed eastbound during rush hour.

Want shorter trip? Move closer Here is a wonderfully simple solution to all of the people whining about traffic on state Route 32 and the need for a relocated Paul Haffner state Route 32 COMMUNITY “Eastern Corri- PRESS GUEST dor” project to COLUMNIST move forward. Ready? Move to Hamilton County or quit complaining. You have selected to locate your home or business in Clermont County. God bless you. It is a fine place. You have lower taxes, a more rural way of life and all the elbow room a person could need. I have chosen to live in Mariemont. I pay outrageously high taxes and barely fit two cars into a driveway on a postage stamp lot. I do have my convenience to the city and shared green space with my neighbors, and for that I am grateful. I need someone to now please enlighten me on what gives you the right to pave over my limited green space

so you can have an easier commute for yourself or your goods to the urban core from which you have chosen to distance yourself?There are many amazing residential and commercial properties in classic Cincinnati neighborhoods and more coming online routinely. We seem to have endless development opportunities within a 10-plus mile radius of Cincinnati and OTR on the rise. I personally think the absolute worst thing we can do as a region is encourage more people to live/work 20-plus miles outside the city. We need to continue to pursue policies that bring people into the urban core which I will loosely define as Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky. Population density is a good thing, and public transportation even better. If you want to talk about a rail option to serve the eastern suburbs better or widening existing state Route 32 a tad I am all ears. If you want to pave over my parkland to serve yourself and your desire for more land with lower taxes, well, I guess I would

eschew the ears and give you a fist or a finger. Suburban sprawl almost killed our city. Now that we have something good going we need to be doing all we can to promote and encourage this momentum. We do not need to make living 30 miles outside of the city easier; we need to make it harder (at least with cars on highways). Don’t let people in Columbus or those that abandoned ship now control our transportation policies. Come join us in Mariemont, Madisonville, Kenwood, Over-theRhine, Oakley, North Avondale, Clifton, Northern Kentucky, etc. Locate your home or business here and enjoy what we have to offer. Or stay in Clermont County if you wish – perfectly fine. Just no way you’re going to convince me that you have some constitutional right to an easier commute or trip to the Reds game. Deal with the traffic you helped create when you located there. I’ll deal with my neighbors. Paul Haffner is a resident of Mariemont.

The Clermont Festival Chorale, Clermont County’s only community chorus, is dedicated to presenting timeless and in- Carl Donisi novative music COMMUNITY PRESS in a variety of GUEST COLUMNIST styles. We perform two “festivals” each year, consisting of a wide variety of music styles, from the medieval period to the Beatles and everything in between. We perform in local church venues, at Cincinnati Music Hall (opening for the May Festival), Summerfair at Coney Island, the Miami Township Summer Concert Series, Art Affaire at Promont House, Frontier Days in Milford and many others. Under the direction of artistic directors Tim and Tracy Carpenter and accompanist Charlie Curtis, the group has grown from a few dozen to around 60 members. Our members come from many communities in and around the Greater Cincinnati area. Ages range from as young as 14 to as old as (well we can’t say), but let’s just say a wide variety of ages. Some people make this a family activity, with children,

parents and even grandparents singing together. Some members have been music professionals at some point in their lives, while others have only had experience singing in social situations. This past summer, we performed a program called “In the Good Ol’ Summertime.” We are excited to be presenting this music twice again this fall, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at the New Richmond Bicentennial Celebration at the New Richmond outdoor performance pavilion, and at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Milford’s Art Affaire event at Promont House in Milford. We hope you will come hear this fun concert that consists of not only old favorites such as “Cohan’s Big Three” and “Best of the Beach Boys,” but also “Sumer Is Icumen In,” the oldest piece of written music in history. For more information, please visit our website, www.clermontfestivalchorale.org, or email us for more information at info@clermontfestivalchorale.org. Carl Donisi is interim president, Clermont Festival Chorale. Contact him at 513-382-6010.

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“I am more than concerned about the plans of ISIS (a.k.a ISIL), not only for the U.S. but for all free countries. This is a psychopathic blood cult that wants and means to be the top dog of terrorist groups, establishing a worldwide caliphate. They have exhibited in Syria and Iraq their total disrespect for the rights and liberty of other people, and human life in general. They have routinely committed genocidal acts, rapes, decapitations, degradation of the bodies, burying women and children alive, the list goes on. Usama bin Laden’s successor felt compelled to make another video and proclamation, so he apparently thinks this is serious and doesn’t want to be outdone! “Immediately, the U.S. needs to secure our southern border. We already know that drug cartel and MS-13 members have walked across this border; these individuals alone are a major security concern. Some ISIS and Al Qaeda are undoubtedly already here as well. It can

get much worse still if the border isn’t secured as ISIS is accumulating vast wealth through a variety of sources, including from sympathetic countries, and can easily pay the cartels for passage into the U.S. as the others have. Next, an actual plan, with as many coalition partners as we can get, needs to be put into action. Then, Valerie Jarrett needs to be sent back to Chicago and refused any further access to the White House where she has had too much unwise authority and influence. The brutal murders of American journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff were a declaration of war on the U.S. specifically. The time is long overdue for the president to begin to listen to our military and internationally experienced and knowledgeable experts, and to finally show the necessary leadership to face all the important international challenges erupting worldwide.”

CH@TROOM Sept. 10 question Will Major League Baseball ever lift the lifetime ban of Pete Rose? Should MLB lift the ban? Why or why not?

“While I hope Pete Rose can be eligible for a HOF vote I doubt that will happen in Pete’s lifetime. Pete had a chance in 1989 with then Commissioner Peter Ueberroth but Pete blew that opportunity. (Ueberroth had reinstated Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays who had been banned due to their Casino jobs as greeters in Atlantic City). “Once Bart Giamatti got in as commissioner and selected John Dowd to investigate, Pete was doomed. Outgoing Commissioner Bud Selig fancies that he will himself be in the Hall of Fame. He does not want to share that HOF stage with Rose. “Plus even if Pete is reinstated there is no guarantee he will get the votes. Pete may go down as the most tragic figure in sports history. Go Figure!”

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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION Has the National Football League fairly and properly handled the Ray Rice domestic abuse/violence case? What could or should the league do differently? Every week we ask readers a question they can reply to via email. Send your answers to rmaloney@community press.com with Ch@troom in the subject line.

“It seems less and less likely the MLB will ever lift the ‘lifetime ban’ on Peter Edward Rose, but yes, they should lift it. Frankly, should have lifted it long ago. Why? Simply because Pete has always been good for the game of baseball despite his off-field character - which is angelic compared against others still in the game who abused drugs, wives, and alcohol etc. . .” C.G.

Are you concerned about a terrorist attack on US soil? Why or why not? What can be done to lessen the chances of such an attack?

“Of course I am concerned about terrorist attacks on US soil. Any sentient person better be. Sadly, it is not a question of if, but rather when the next attacks will occur. There are far too many radical Islamists that feel the only valid world is one where everyone believes strictly as they do (or did back in the 600s). If ‘we’ don’t believe and act as ‘they’ demand that we do, then we are all to be killed. America is seen as the single greatest impediment to the full realization of that narrow minded vision. Their primary tool to make all of this happen is terroristic attacks. The Lord only knows what form the next attacks will take and when. I sincerely pray that I am very wrong.”

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incinnati Nature Center will be recognizing Oxford resident W. Hardy Eshbaugh and Loveland resident Bill Creasey as the recipients of the 2014 Wood Thrush award at a dinner ceremony Sept. 23 at Cincinnati Nature Center’s historic Krippendorf Lodge. Both distinguished men have worked in environmental educational settings for more than 40 years. Through their teaching, mentoring, researching and traveling, Eshbaugh and Creasey have had a profound impact on countless lives. Eshbaugh, Professor Emeritus of Botany at Miami University, has educated and mentored hundreds of students and has traveled the world to discover and research different species of chili peppers. His work in education, research and conservation

has earned him numerous awards, including the Great Egret Award in 2005 from the National Audubon Society in recognition of a lifetime of service to conservation. As a result of his extensive research in peppers, a species was named for him in 2011 (Capsicum eshbaughii Barboza). Eshbaugh continues to serve on numerous boards of organizations in the fields of botany and conservation. After graduating from Miami University with degrees in zoology and botany, Creasey began his lifelong educational career at Cincinnati Nature Center in 1973. While Creasey’s job titles have changed over the years, his love for nature and passion for traveling the world have remained close to his heart. Creasey has guided Nature Center travel groups on 45 international excursions and he has influenced thousands of young people and adults

as chief naturalist and camp director at Cincinnati Nature Center. His enthusiasm and desire to educate others about nature and land conservation is contagious and has influenced generations of local conservationists. Established in October 2012, the Wood Thrush award recognizes individuals, families, organizations or businesses for significant commitment to land conservation and stewardship in the Greater Cincinnati region. Honorees are selected based on their contributions made through advocacy and raising awareness, mentorship of others, personal financial contributions, institutional leadership or volunteer efforts. Proceeds from the Wood Thrush Awards Dinner benefit the Helen C. Black Conservation Fund used to preserve and protect Cincinnati Nature Center’s lands. The 2012 inaugural award went to Helen C. Black and

last year’s honoree was John A. Ruthven. Reservations to the awards dinner are available for $100 a person. For more information or to make reservations, contact Cari Brehse at 8311711 extension 421. Cincinnati Nature Center is an environmental education organization whose mission is to enrich lives by inspiring passion for nature through experience, education and stewardship. It has over 1,600 acres of pristine forest, fields, streams and ponds in two locations; Rowe Woods in Milford and Long Branch Farm and Trails in Goshen Cincinnati Nature welcomes m1ore than 50,000 visitors annually striving to make nature personal for every visitor. To discover more about Cincinnati Nature Center, visit www.cincynature.org.

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 Exercise Classes Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills. Call for pricing. 947-7333. Union Township. Strength & Balance, 1-1:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, 58 Amelia Olive Branch Road, Move to music through variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. For seniors. Call for pricing. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 478-6783. Amelia. Senior Stretch, 10:15-11 a.m., Bethel Senior Center, 610 Easter Road, Move your whole body through complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support offered to safely perform variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Call for pricing. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 478-783. Bethel. Aqua Zumba with KC, 1-1:45 p.m., Comfort Inn, 4421 Aicholtz Road, Pool Room. All levels welcome. Bring water shoes and towel. Ages 18 and up. $5. Presented by Zumba with KC. 240-5180. Eastgate. SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 2:30-3:15 p.m., SEM Laurels, 203 Mound Ave., Free. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 478-6783. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, 1147 Main St., Each 60 minute workout blends dance and muscle toning movements choreographed to today’s hottest music. Ages 18 and up. $38 per month. Presented by Jazzercise Milford. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Literary - Book Clubs Mystery Book Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Milford-Miami Township Branch Library, 1099 Ohio 131, Adults. Bring bag lunch. Presented by Clermont County Public Library. 248-0700. Milford.

ing and relaxation. $7.50 dropin or $60 for 10 classes. Presented by Yoga with Sharon. 2374574. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Festivals Old West Festival, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Old West Festival, 1449 Greenbush Cobb Road, Relive days of Wild West in unique entertainment experience. Re-enactments, trick shooting and roping, demonstrations, rides, food and music. Free parking. Rain or shine. $12, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. 866-937-3887; www.oldwestfestival.com. Williamsburg.

Literary - Libraries Fiber Arts, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Enjoy company of other crafters while working on own small project. Open to any kind of needle (or hook) crafters. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland. Pinterest for Beginners, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Free. Registration required. 369-4476. Loveland.

Recreation Car Show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., East Fork State Park Campground, 2837 Old State Route 32, $10 registration fee per car. Free. Presented by Friends of East Fork. 724-6521; www.visitclermontohio.com. Batavia. Race a Chair for Healthcare: Office Chair Races, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Park 50 Technecenter, Technecenter Drive, Race .2 mile roadway course on modified office chair (no motors allowed). Food trucks, kids’ activities and chair massages. Benefits HealthSource of Ohio. Free. Registration required to race. Presented by HealthSource of Ohio. 576-7700, ext. 3618; www.raceachairforhealthcare.com. Milford.

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Tiny Tigers Pre School Martial Art, 10-10:30 a.m., ATA Taekwondo of Cincinnati, 4240 Mount Carmel Tobasco Road, Program offers strong foundation in essential character qualities such as courtesy, respect and discipline. $69 per month. 652-0286; www.atacincinnati.com. Union Township.

Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 19 Dining Events Fish Fry, 6-7:30 p.m., Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562, 1596 Ohio 131, Fish sandwiches, chicken fingers or six-piece shrimp dinner. Includes coleslaw and French fries. Carryout available. $6-$6.50. Presented by Ladies Auxiliary Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562. 575-2102. Milford.

Exercise Classes SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Call for pricing. Presented by SilverSneakers Flex. 947-7333. Union Township. Chair/Mat Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, 267 Mount Holly Road, Gentle yoga begins in chair and ends on mat. Focus on strength, flexibility, pain management and relaxation. $7.50 drop-in or $60 for 10 classes. Presented by Sharon Strickland. 237-4574. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Festivals Old West Festival, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Old West Festival, $12, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. 866-937-3887; www.oldwestfestival.com. Williamsburg.

MONDAY, SEPT. 22 Exercise Classes Zumba with KC, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 6:30-7:30 p.m., Bethel Community Center, 135 N. Union St., Zumba fitness and Zumba Gold classes. $5. Presented by Kimberley “KC” Coniglio. 240-5180; www.zumbawithkc.com. Bethel. Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. Strength & Balance, 2-2:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, Call for pricing. 478-6783. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

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SATURDAY, SEPT. 20

River City Writer’s Group, 6-7:45 p.m., New Richmond Branch Library, 103 River Valley Blvd., Participants freely share their writing endeavors, generate ideas, hone their craft and network with fellow writers in area. Free. 553-0570. New Richmond. Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes music, craft and more. For ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland. Preschool Story Time, 10-11 a.m., Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Books, songs, activities including craft and more, while building early literacy skills. Ages 3-6. Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland.

Exercise Classes

Youth Sports

Mat Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, 267 Mount Holly Road, Focus on core strength, flexibility, breath-

Tiny Tigers Pre School Martial Art, 10-10:30 a.m., ATA Taekwondo of Cincinnati, $69 per month. 652-0286; www.atacincinnati.com. Union Township.

Recreation Bingo, 7 p.m., American Legion Post 406, 3393 Legion Lane, Prices vary depending on how many games are purchased. Guaranteed $250 on cover-all. Doors open 5:30 p.m. 734-6507. Bethel.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 23 Exercise Classes Chair Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, 267 Mount Holly Road, Yoga that begins and ends in chair. Standing poses when applicable. Focus on core strength, flexibility, breathing and relaxation. $7.50 drop-in or $60 for 10 classes. Presented by Yoga with Sharon. 237-4574. Amelia. Zumba Gold/Silver Sneaker Flex with KC, 10:45-11:30 a.m., Bethel Community Center, 135 N. Union St., $5. Presented by Zumba with KC. 240-5180. Bethel. Zumba with KC, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Union Township Civic Center, 4350 Aicholtz Road, All levels welcome. $5. Presented by Zumba with KC. 240-5180. Union Township. aqua ZUMBA, 1-1:45 p.m., Comfort Inn, 4421 Aicholtz Road, $5. Presented by Zumba with KC. 240-5180. Eastgate. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 Dining Events WAVE Free Community Dinner, 6 p.m., Milford First United Methodist Church, 541 Main St., Part of Wednesdays Are Very Extraordinary event. Free; donations accepted. 831-5500; www.milfordfirstumc.org. Milford.

Exercise Classes Zumba with KC, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Bethel Community Center, $5. 240-5180; www.zumbawithkc.com. Bethel. Cardio Kick Boxing, 6:30-7:30 p.m., ATA Taekwondo of Cincinnati, 4240 Mount Carmel Tobasco Road, Non-contact workout including cardio and strength training in energizing environment, using kicks, jabs, hooks and uppercuts to improve overall agility and power. $5. 652-0286. Union Township. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Literary - Libraries Toddler Playdate, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, 649 Loveland-Madeira Road, Activities to build cognitive and literacy skills. Ages 1-4. Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 25 Dining Events A Taste of Nature: Pawpaws, 6:30 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Members $10; nonmember adult $18. Registration required. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

Exercise Classes Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. Strength & Balance, 1-1:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, Call for pricing. 478-6783. Amelia. Senior Stretch, 10:15-11 a.m., Bethel Senior Center, Call for pricing. 478-783. Bethel. Aqua Zumba with KC, 1-1:45 p.m., Comfort Inn, $5. 240-5180. Eastgate. SilverSneakers Senior Stretch, 2:30-3:15 p.m., SEM Laurels, Free. 478-6783. Milford. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Youth Sports Tiny Tigers Pre School Martial Art, 10-10:30 a.m., ATA Taekwondo of Cincinnati, $69 per month. 652-0286; www.atacincinnati.com. Union Township.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 26 Community Dance Square Dance, 7-10 p.m., Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 4312 Amelia Olive Branch Road, Dinner included. Free. 732-1400; emmanuel-umc. Batavia.

Dining Events Fish Fry, 6-7:30 p.m., Dennis Johnson VFW Post 6562, $6$6.50. 575-2102. Milford.

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The Friends of East Fork Car show will be 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at East Fork State Park Campground, 2837 Old State Route 32, Batavia. Registration fee is $10 per car. Admission is free. Call 724-6521, or visit www.visitclermontohio.com. 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 947-7333. Union Township. Chair/Mat Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, $7.50 drop-in or $60 for 10 classes. 237-4574. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Nature Baby Firefly Hike, 8:30 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, One-hour hike. Members free; nonmember adult $8, nonmember child $3. Registration required. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

Recreation Bingo, 7 p.m., American Legion Post 406, 734-6507. Bethel.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 27 Art Events Art Affaire, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Promont House Museum, 906 Main St., Art and fine craft show featuring 65 regional and local artisans, musical entertainment, food and raffle. Benefits Greater Milford Area Historical Society. Free. Presented by Greater Milford Area Historical Society. 248-0324; www.milfordhistory.net. Milford.

Clubs & Organizations Kairali Onam Celebrations, 11:30 a.m., Loveland Middle School, 801 S. Lebanon Road, Non-profit, non-political, secular cultural organization celebrates Onam, major South Indian festival, with food and cultural programs. Price TBD. Reservations required. Presented by Kairali. 400-4070; www.kairalikats.org. Loveland.

Community Dance Ariel Princess Party, 3:30-5 p.m., Dance Etc., 5985 Meijer Drive, Dancing, tumbling, crafts and refreshments, including visit from Ariel. Ages 3-7. $20, $15 students. Registration required. 348-7937. Milford.

Exercise Classes Mat Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, $7.50 drop-in or $60 for 10 classes. 237-4574. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Festivals Old West Festival, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Old West Festival, $12, $6 ages 6-12; free ages 5 and under. 866-937-3887; www.oldwestfestival.com. Williamsburg. Pumpkin Festival, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Burger Farm and Garden Center, 7849 Main St., Hayride, pony rides and farm petting zoo, carnival rides and games, puppet show, paintball shooting gallery, sand art, music, food and drink. Pick-your-own pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, Indian corn and fall mums. Ages 2-12. $2. Through Oct. 26. 561-8634; www.burgerfarm.com. Newtown.

Nature Bird Walk, 8 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Members free; nonmembers pay daily admission. 831-1711. Union Township.

ABOUT CALENDAR To submit calendar items, go to www.cincinnati.com and click on “Share!” Send digital photos to life@communitypress.com along with event information. Items are printed on a spaceavailable basis with local events taking precedence. Deadline is two weeks before publication date. To find more calendar events, go to www.cincinnati.com and choose from a menu of items in the Entertainment section on the main page. A Walk in the Woods, 9-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Long Branch Farm and Trails, 6926 Gaynor Road, Look for seasonal highlights ranging from tree ID to bird song to all things fungal. Ages 18 and up. Members free; nonmember adult $8. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Goshen Township. Black and Orange Wonders: The Story of the Monarch Butterfly, 10 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Explore monarch host and nectaring plants and what you can do to help bring back the monarchs. Family friendly. Free. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. Raptors Inc., noon to 3 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Learn what to do if you discover an injured bird of prey and how to help protect these magnificent birds. Free. 8311711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. Fort Fest, 1-3 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Build your best fort using all natural materials. Free. 831-1711. Union Township. Pawpaw Lecture, 2 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Ron Powell from Ohio Pawpaw Growers Association shares history and culinary use of the pawpaw, North America’s largest native fruit. Free. 8311711. Union Township.

Pets Celebrating Old Friends: A Walk for Aging and Ailing Dogs, 9:30 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Special walk with your aging or ailing dog along accessible .9-mile Discovery Trail. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 28 Exercise Classes Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

Nature Black and Orange Wonders: The Story of the Monarch Butterfly, 2:30 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, Free. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. PlayScape Volunteer Day, 10-11 a.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Free. Regis-

tration required. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. S’mores and More, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Free. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township. CNC Nature Preschool Open House, 2-4 p.m., Cincinnati Nature Center at Rowe Woods, 4949 Tealtown Road, Nature Preschool. Walk through classroom with your child, meet teachers and ask questions. Family friendly. Free. 831-1711; www.cincynature.org. Union Township.

MONDAY, SEPT. 29 Auctions Charity Quarter Auction, 7-9:30 p.m., Rong Tan’s Bistro & Lounge, 606 Ohio Pike, Items donated by 11 reps raffled off for charity. Benefits Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Free admission. Presented by Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities. 752-1907. Withamsville.

Exercise Classes Zumba with KC, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Bethel Community Center, $5. 240-5180; www.zumbawithkc.com. Bethel. Strength & Balance, 9-9:45 a.m., Union Township Civic Center, Call for pricing. 9477333. Union Township. Strength & Balance, 2-2:45 p.m., Crossings of Amelia, Call for pricing. 478-6783. Amelia. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. MIlford.

Literary - Libraries Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m. to noon, Loveland Branch Library, Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland. Preschool Story Time, 10-11 a.m., Loveland Branch Library, Free. 369-4476; www.cincinnatilibrary.org. Loveland.

Youth Sports Tiny Tigers Pre School Martial Art, 10-10:30 a.m., ATA Taekwondo of Cincinnati, $69 per month. 652-0286; www.atacincinnati.com. Union Township.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 30 Exercise Classes Chair Yoga, 9-10:10 a.m., Yoga with Sharon Studio 1, $7.50 drop-in or $60 for 10 classes. 237-4574. Amelia. Zumba Gold/Silver Sneaker Flex with KC, 10:45-11:30 a.m., Bethel Community Center, $5. 240-5180. Bethel. Zumba with KC, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Union Township Civic Center, $5. 240-5180. Union Township. aqua ZUMBA, 1-1:45 p.m., Comfort Inn, $5. 240-5180. Eastgate. Milford Jazzercise, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Milford Jazzercise, $38 per month. 227-3343; www.jazzercise.com. Milford.

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Homemade pasta sauce (almost) as easy as jarred One thing I’ll say for my readers, you are observant. After seeing the photo of my great-granddaughter, Jaide, in my recent column, emails and comments started coming. “I didn’t know you were a great-grandma, or is that a typo?” was typical. To set the record straight, I’m a greatgrandma by default, thanks to stepson, Joe. I’ve always said that being a mom or grandma isn’t necessarily age related, and the same is true for a great-grandma. Having family to love is a blessing regardless of how they come into your life.

Master recipe for simple pasta sauce

My go-to recipe for a scratch tomato sauce that can be vegetarian or not. Good for children, since it isn’t too spicy, but still very flavorful. This takes more time than opening a jar of readymade (not that much more time), plus this has good, pure ingredients that you may have on hand and is so versatile. Taste as you go along and add more flavorings if you want. I like to use whole Italian plum/Roma tomatoes since they’re usually better quality than already diced. Double and freeze half if you like. 3-4 tablespoons olive oil - I use 4 1/2 cup diced onion 2 teaspoons or 2 nice cloves garlic, minced

28 oz. can whole tomatoes in puree 1 tablespoon tomato paste (freeze Rita rest of paste) Heikenfeld 1/2 teaRITA’S KITCHEN spoon each: dried basil and oregano Salt and pepper In pan, heat oil and add onions. Over medium heat, cook until onions turn almost transparent, but not brown. Stir in garlic and cook a couple of minutes until garlic smells fragrant. Add everything else and mash tomatoes with potato masher. Bring to a boil, then lower to simmer for anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes. Adding sugar: Some like to add a teaspoon or so but I don’t. Meat sauce: When adding garlic, add 1 pound or so lean ground beef or turkey and cook until done, then add rest of ingredients. Ditto with beans, etc. Don’t forget cheese! This is a yummy tomatoey (is that a word?!) sauce, so when you toss it with pasta, be sure and sprinkle on generous amount of Parmesan.

Horchata

For those of you who’ve been asking for this, including Erin S. from Mason. Traditionally made with rice and a popular Mexican street

Rita Heikenfeld's recipe for scratch-made pasta sauce pairs perfectly with Parmesan.

drink. Perfect for those who are lactose intolerant. Have any of you made this with brown rice? 6 tablespoons longgrain white rice 1-1/4 cups whole blanched almonds 1-inch cinnamon stick or 1 teaspoon cinnamon About 1 cup sugar or substitute or to taste Water Pulverize rice in blender or spice grinder. Transfer to large bowl and add almonds and cinnamon. Stir in 2-1/2 cups hot tap water, cover and let stand for at least

6 hours. Purée in blender until no longer gritty, about 4 minutes. Add 2 cups water, then blend for few seconds more. Set large sieve, lined with 3 layers of dampened cheesecloth, over mixing bowl. Pour almond-rice mixture in, a little at time, stirring gently to help liquid pass through, and then gather up corners of cheesecloth and squeeze out all liquid. Add 2 cups water to strained liquid and stir in sugar to taste. If too thick, add water. Cover and refrigerate. Stir before pouring into

glasses. Adapted from ‘‘Authentic Mexican,’’ by Rick Bayless

Caitlin’s Horchata

Check out colleague Chef Caitlin Steininger’s recipe and video using lactose-free milk for the National Dairy Council on my site, Abouteating.com.

Readers want to know: What is clarified butter/ghee? A way of separating milk fat/solids and water from butterfat. The but-

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terfat left can be cooked at higher temperatures and keeps longer, plus it’s good for those who are lactose intolerant. Melt unsalted butter over low heat. Pour into glass measuring cup. Let stand 5 minutes, remove foam from top. Carefully pour clear butter out, leaving milk solids in bottom. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator, Jungle Jim’s Eastgate culinary professional and author. Find her blog online atAbouteating.com. Call 513-248-7130, ext. 356.

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Come and join us Saturday Sept. 20th at 5:00pm for worship and Sunday Sept. 21st at 9:00am or 10:30am. A Country Fair will follow the Saturday worship service at 6:00pm on church grounds We will also be welcoming new pastor, Rev. Dr. Stephen L. Swisher, at each service.

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Plan a trip to see the Rankin House in Ripley

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Local ovarian cancer survivors who are active in the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Greater Cincinnati include, from left: front, Alyse Wharry (Lakeside Park), Pat West (Eastgate), Lisa Novakov (Harrison), Sue Heitbrink (West Side), Martha Farr (Montgomery) and Jackie McCarren (Delhi Township); back, Lisa Weber (Liberty Township), Karen Herzog (Liberty Township) and Karen Kruse (Madeira).

Ovarian cancer survivors rally to raise funds, awareness Teal is the color used by ovarian cancer advocacy groups and with the national Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month approaching in September, the Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Greater Cincinnati will be showing power is teal as they work to create public awareness of symptoms of ovarian cancer and provide support for women affected by the disease. The local non-profit ovarian cancer resource organization will sponsor its eighth annual Power is Teal 5K Run/ Walk for Ovarian Can-

cer Awareness at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, starting at 8:30 a.m. at Lunken Playfield to help raise funds and raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer to aid in early detection. For supporters, entry fees are $25 (adults) and $12 (children ages 6-12) before Sept. 14 and $30 (adults), $15 (children) after Sept. 14. Children ages 5 and under are free. For complete details and advance registration, visit www.cincyteal.kintera.org or call 513-253-0012. Eight local ovarian cancer survivors have

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recently ramped up their involvement in OCAGC and are eager to engage more survivors in their support network and also continue the advocacy and awareness building to support research efforts and publicize the symptoms women should be aware of. The local organization offers comfort kit baskets for women newly diagnosed, information and guidance to local resources provided by survivors.

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Howdy Folks, Ruth Ann is doing good she had a bout with wanting to sleep, the special diet has helped get over this and getting back to feeling good. Thursday the 50-plus couples from the Bethel United Methodist Church went to see the Rankin House in Ripley. That is a place you need to see. The lady that gives the talk is very good. She will take you through the house and explain each room to you. On top of the mountain you have a view of Ripley, the Ohio River and Kentucky. That will be a trip especially for the children. She likes to have folks ask questions about the house. The Rankins had a big family 13 children - nine boys and four girls. The lady said when the school kids go through they would count the chairs at the kitchen table. This house is open 10 a.m. till 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday, noon till 5 p.m. Sunday. Starting the first weekend in May - October. Call 937-392-1627 or 937-392-4044 to make reservations for a group. They are open to the public just stop in. Mark your calendar for the Shrimp Harvest. If you have never been there you are in for a big surprise. The Ratliffs have two ponds of shrimp. They drain one pond Sept. 13 and the other Sept. 20. Bring a cooler filled with ice if you plan to buy some fresh shrimp. The farm is

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keep us safe. When the program started, Doug Green sang “The Star Spangled Banner” followed by a prayer by a veteran. This was the proper way to start a program by giving our Lord Thanks. This was a special evening. We had the opportunity to visit and talk to several folks. There were folks that were concerned about Ruth Ann and will keep her in their prayers. While talking to different folks about East Fork and Stonelick Lake, I didn’t think about it but I saw both of these parks built and then worked at each one. This is something for a person to have the opportunity to do this. Sunday, Sept. 28, at 2 p.m. will be the homecoming here at the Old Bethel Church in East Fork. The music will be provided by Rob Angel. There will be refreshments after the program on the lawn. The Old Bethel Church Committee needs folks to step up and volunteer to keep it going. It is on the National Register for Historical Buildings so please get involved. Start your week by going to the House of worship of your choice and praise the Good Lord. God Bless All.

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POLICE REPORTS GOSHEN TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Terrance Meiners, 28, 3396 Ohio 247, drug instruments. Joshua Strong, 21, 1860 Walnut St., assault, marijuana possession. Raymond Taylor, 56, 1332 Cross Creek, illegal manufacture of drugs, marijuana possession. Marilyn Taylor, 57, 1332 Cross Creek, obstructing official business.

Incidents/investigations Assault At 1400 block of Country Lake, June 24. At 800 block of Country Lake, June 24. At 1800 block of Main St., June 29. Breaking and entering At 6600 block of Smith, June 24. Disorder At 2200 block of Woodville, June 23. At 1600 block of Ohio 28, June 23. At 6300 block of Traylor, June 23. At 2300 block of Woodville, June 25. At 1500 block of Ohio 28, June 25. At 1500 block of Ohio 28, June 29. At 1300 block of Cross Creek, June 30. At 7100 block of Shiloh, June 30. At 1500 block of Ohio 28, June 23. Dispute At 2500 block of Ohio 28, June 22. At 1500 block of W. Meadowbrook, June 24. At 1200 block of Twin Oak, June 29. Fighting At 1400 block of Country Lake, June 25. Neglect At 200 block of Gateway, June 23. Overdose At 6400 block of Peggy Drive, June 29. Theft At 1400 block of Ohio 28, June 20. At 2300 block of Woodville,

June 23. At block 60 of Deerfield, June 24. At 1700 block of Arundel, June 24. At 300 block of Redbird, June 25. At 1800 block of Ohio 28, June 25. At 1800 block of Ohio 28, June 27. At 6700 block of Goshen Road, June 27. At 6500 block of Ohio 132, June 30. At 1600 block of Woodville, June 30. Trespassing At 1000 block of O’Bannonville, June 23. Weapons complaint At 6500 block of Jo Ellen, June 20.

MIAMI TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Tyler J. Lung, 19, 7360 Cimmaron Drive, criminal tools, criminal trespass, theft, Aug. 11. Juvenile, 17, criminal tools, criminal trespass, theft, Aug. 11. Two Juveniles, 17, underage consumption, Aug. 12. Juvenile, 16, underage consumption, Aug. 12. Juvenile, 17, falsification, Aug. 12. Bowen J. Quni-Quinones, 20, 6415 Roth Ridge, underage consumption, Aug. 12. David P. McKinney Jr., 28, 1641 Cypress, obstructing official business, driving under suspension, failure to reinstate, Aug. 13. Juvenile, 17, drug paraphernalia, Aug. 14. Marcus Taylor, 24, no address given, attempted theft, criminal damage, Aug. 15. Matthew J. McAfee, 24, 2780 Lindale Mount Holly No. 176, theft, Aug. 17. Christian Zinck, 32, 2604 Willbraham Road, theft, Aug. 16.

Incidents/investigations Assault Female was assaulted at 1200 block of Pebble Brooke, Aug. 12. Breaking and entering

Doors of two storage units kicked in at 400 block of Wards Corner, Aug. 13. Copper pipe taken from vacant home at 5800 block of Wolfpen Pleasant Hill, Aug. 13. Criminal damage Statue broken in front of Blue Chip Cookie Co. at Meijer Drive, Aug. 11. Fender damaged on vehicle at 1200 block of Pebble Brooke Trail, Aug. 13. Locks broken on three trailers at Bryan Equipment at Wards Corner Road, Aug. 15. Drug possession Suspected heroin found in vehicle during traffic stop at area of Ohio 28 at Cook Road, Aug. 15. Forgery, theft Credit card and checks taken; $32,058.34 loss at 1700 block of Traverse Creek, Aug. 16. Fraud Attempt made to use ID with no authorization at 700 block of Deerwood, Aug. 11. Female stated ID used with no authorization at 700 block of Miami Heights Court, Aug. 12. ID used with no authorization involving tax return at 5800 block of Hunters Court, Aug. 14. Menacing, assault Incident involved knife and juveniles at 900 block of Ohio 28, Aug. 17. Rape Adult female stated offense occurred when she was a juvenile at 6300 block of S. Devonshire, Aug. 15. Runaway Female juvenile reported missing at 900 block of Paxton Lake Drive, Aug. 15. Sexual imposition Offense involved female juvenile at 600 block of W. Hanna Ave., Aug. 12. Theft AC unit taken from home under construction; $3,500 at 6500 block of Jenna Lane, Aug. 13. 2003 Mitsubishi taken; $2,982 at block two of Wildwood Drive, Aug. 13. Mail taken from mailbox at 600 block of Milford Hills Drive, Aug. 14. Gasoline not paid for at United

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MILFORD Arrests/citations Megan Vanderpool, 26, 1371 Meadowview, recited, Aug. 18. Sheri L. Masten, 25, 153 W. Fancy St., warrant, Aug. 18. Lisa Potts, 37, 2701 Ash Drive, contempt of court, Aug. 19. Alec L. Offenberger, 24, 3239 Jefferson Ave., contempt of court, Aug. 20. Martin Vota, 25, 883 Windrow Lane, driving under influence, speed, Aug. 20. Juvenile, 17, drug possession, obstructing official business, Aug. 20. Nicholas E. Whalen, 18, 661 Hobby Horse Lane, obstructing official business, Aug. 20. Michael J. Krechting, 36, 3 Cemetery Road, contempt of court, Aug. 20. Jacob T. Boyd, 25, 26 Chateau Place No. 7, domestic violence, Aug. 21. Jessie E. Jacobs, 21, 5722 Day

ABOUT POLICE REPORTS The Community Journal North/Milford-Miami Advertiser publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. The information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department, call: » Miami Township, Chief Sue Madsen, 248-3721 » Goshen Township, Chief Ray Snyder, 722-3200 » Milford, Chief Jamey Mills, 248-5084 » Clermont County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff A.J. “Tim” Rodenberg, 732-7500

Circle, illegal distribution of tobacco, Aug. 21. Matthew Taylor, no age given, 504 Clark St., driving under suspension, Aug. 22. Constance J. Miller, 58, 4624 Redbud Lane, recited, Aug. 22. Meranda L. South, 23, 6652 Oakland Road, drug paraphernalia, Aug. 23. Angela Collins, 38, 3027 Ohio 132, recited, Aug. 24. Brian L. Pedigo, 40, 3027 Ohio 132, warrant, Aug. 24. James E. Frost, 21, 289 Compton Road, warrant, Aug. 24. Michael Banks II, 39, 1040 Cooks Crossing, contempt of court, Aug. 24. Andrew L. Herndon, 37, 5248 Sugar Camp Road, disorderly conduct while intoxicated, Aug. 25. Gregory C. Shope Jr., 30, 515 Dana Ave., felonious assault, Aug. 25.

Incidents/investigations Assault Female was assaulted at block 10 of Winnebago, Aug. 25. Burglary Forced entry made at 900 block of Mohawk Trail, Aug. 24. Criminal damage Vehicle damaged at 2000 block of Oakbrook, Aug. 20. Disorderly conduct Intoxicated male caused disturbance at Roosters at 100 block of Ohio 50, Aug. 24. Domestic dispute At 100 block of Cash St., Aug. 19. Domestic violence At block 20 of Chateau Place,

Aug. 21. Theft Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers; $10 at 100 block of Chamber Drive, Aug. 18. Ice cube tray taken from Dollar Tree at 700 block of Main St., Aug. 19. ID fraud reported at 200 block of W. Stoneridge, Aug. 20. Scam reported at Essentials Salon and Day Spa at 1100 block of Main St., Aug. 21. Fraudulent returns made at Wal-Mart at 200 block of Chamber Drive, Aug. 23. Gasoline not paid for at United Dairy Farmers at 100 block of Chamber Drive, Aug. 24.

CLERMONT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Arrests/citations Allan Ray McCall, 27, 2305 Rolling Acres Drive, Amelia, theft, burglary, Aug. 21. Brad Wesley Howell, 58, 2299 Chesterfield Lane, Batavia, fugitive from justice, Aug. 19. David E. Hodge, 55, 70 Glendale Milford Road, Loveland, possession of drugs, Aug. 24. David Keith James Hiles, 25, 2044 Clermontville Laural Road, New Richmond, burglary, Aug. 20. Derick Ryan Minton, 26, 5 Sandstone Court, Milford, felonious assault, Aug. 21. Jake Daniel Taulbee, 34, 544 Wright St., Newtonsvile, theft, Aug. 18.

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DEATHS Gloria Judith Brauninger

Gloria Judith (nee Hancox) Brauninger, 75, of Miami Township died Aug. 27. Survived by husband, Fred Norbert “Norb” Brauninger; children Michael K. Churchill, Shellie Renee Henderson and Eric; siblings Sandy and Richard; grandchildren Jordan and Kyle Brauninger and Anice and Miles Henderson, and great-grandson, Ryan Palmer-Brauninger. A celebration of life will be conducted at a later date. Memorials to: the American Diabetes Association.

Bernard F. Burdick

Bernard F. Burdick, 88, of Miami Township died Sept. 2. He was a US Navy veteran of World War II. Survived by wife, Helen G. Burdick; children Kathi (late

Terry) Seabelt, Ginny Braun, Vicki A. (Larry) Gilman, Mike (Judie) and Doug (Cindy) Burdick; nine grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents Bernard Burdick and Catherine Hanskamp. Services were Sept. 5 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Anderson Township.

Earnest H. Lloyd

Earnest H. Lloyd, 84, of Pleasant Plain died Sept. 2. He was a veteran. Survived by wife, Bernice (nee Holland) Lloyd; children Marsha (Mark) Henson and Tim and Kevin Lloyd; grandchildren Brad and Adam Henson and Tiffany Lloyd; great-grandchildren Trenton and Jackson; sisters Violet Shelton and Daisy Heimbold; sister-in-law, Joyce Holland; and numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.

Preceded in death by parents John and Edna (nee Parsley) Lloyd. Services were Sept. 4 at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, Goshen. Memorials to: American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206.

Jerry Spears Jr.

Jerry Spears Jr., 48, of Milford died Aug. 25. Survived by parents Jerry Spears Sr. and Beulah Anstaett; step-parents Gene Anstaett and Arlene Spears; wife, Della Spears; daughter, Ashley; granddaughter, Alana; sisters Marilyn Terrill and Brenda Caldwell, and brother-in-law, Tim Caldwell. Memorials to: University of Cincinnati Hospital.

of Goshen died Aug. 28. Survived by wife, Sarah Shipp Theademan; children Rob (Jenny Lovin) Theademan, Annette (Glenn) Brumble and Andy (Robin) Theademan; grandchildren Chris and Amber Osborne, Cailin, Amber, Jacob, Andrew and Joshua; and greatgrandchildren Aaryana, Abigail and Ethan; siblings Stella Hensley, Betty Keith, Opal Cornell, Frank, Pete, Lloyd and Tom Theademan, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by siblings Mary Ruth Nelson, Lela May Higgins and Larry Theademan. Services were Sept. 2 at Faith Baptist Church, Goshen. Memorials to: the Clermont County Humane Society.

FG Wager, 74, of Wayne Township died Aug. 31. Survived by wife, Beatrice (nee Cobb) Wagers; siblings Dennis (Jane) and Rodney (Sandy) Wagers, Teresa Gail (Nicholas) Bruynis, Kay McCallen and Jewel (late Rob Roy; brother, Vernon Wagers; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces,

nephews and friends. Preceded in death by parents Gilbert and Minnie (nee Sproles) Wagers; siblings Myrtle Wagers, Rev. Shelby Wagers, Oma Goodin, Fount Wagers and Shirley Wagers. Services were Sept. 3 at Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home, Goshen. Memorials to: Five Mile Holiness Church, 3641 state Route 286, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.

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RELIGION Grace Baptist Church

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The church is offering several gospel concerts at the church: The Highlights with Kevin Cain, live band with Southern Gospel Singer, 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28; Landmark Quartet with Evangelist Brother Taylor, 7 p.m., Friday, Oct, 24; Mission Quartet, 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, and The Crownsmen Quartet, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26. The church is at 1004 Main Street (Route 28); Milford; www.GraceBaptistMilford.org

Jesuit Spiritual Center

“The Rocking Chair Retreat” is Sept. 19-21, presented by Jeanne Hunt. There are four times in a woman’s life when she encounters a rocking chair: as a child rocked in the chair by her mother, as a mother rocking a child, as a midlife woman enjoying the rocker for plea-

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sure and as a wise woman resting and reflecting on life’s journey in that chair. Each of these chapters of a woman’s life have a particular grace and energy. Come and explore the stages in a woman’s life through Jeanne Hunt’s humorous and engaging style. The Retreat will provide reflection and encouragement no matter in which stage of life you find yourself.

“Women Walking with God” will be offered 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, in the Arrupe Building. Coffee and dessert will be served at 6:30 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m. Rebecca Mastalerz and Pat Meisner will lead the evening on the stories of Deborah, Mary Magdalene and The Woman at the Well, exploring how their

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GLEN ESTE CHURCH OF CHRIST 509 Roney Lane Cincinnati Ohio 45244 T: 513.528.3200 E: admin@clconline.us

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TRADITIONAL WORSHIP Sunday 8:30 & 11 am CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP Sunday 9:30 & 11 am & 1st Saturday of the Month 6 pm Children’s programs and nursery & toddler care available at 9:30 and 11:00 services. Plenty of Parking behind church.

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BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 402 W. Plane St. Bethel, Ohio 513-734-7201 www.bumcinfo.org Blended Worship 8:00 & 10:45 am Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday School 9:30 & 10:45 am Nursery Care for Age 3 & under Full Program for Children, Youth, Music, Small Groups & more Handicapped Accessible Tim Reeves -Sr. Pastor Steve Fultz - Assoc. Pastor; J. D. Young - Youth Director Allyse Sonnega - Children’s Director

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GOSHEN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6710 Goshen Rd, Goshen Across from Goshen High School 513-722-2541 www.goshenmethodist.org Sunday School 9:30am Worship 10:30am Blended Worship Traditional and Contemporary Youth Fellowship 6:00pm Nursery Available

Trinity United Methodist “Encircling People with God’s Love” Traditional Worship 8:15am & 11:00am

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RELIGION Continued from Page B7 walks with God strengthened them for the journey of becoming who they were created to be. Gather with other seekers as we reflect on the many ways women have inspired, taught and encouraged us along the paths of our lives. To RSVP, call 513-248-3500 ext. 10. “Coming Home - A Healing Retreat Program for Military Veterans” will be offered Oct. 3-5, presented by Mayslsake Ministries. This two-night weekend retreat at the Jesuit Spiritual Center at Milford is offered at no cost to veterans and their significant other (should they also wish to attend) in a place of safety, respite and support. Retreat leader Sister Linda McClenahan, a veteran, served as a communications sergeant in the III Corps area of Vietnam. The retreat is

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The church will begin a six-week all-church Bible study of the Old Testasment book Ecclesiates entitled “Be Content.” All are welcome. Weekly Sunday services are traditional at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. and contemporary worship (and children’s Sunday school) at 9:30 a.m. Trinity at 5767 Wolfpen-Pleasant Hill Road, Milford; 831-0262; www.trinitymilford.org.

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+tax

Most vehicles. Some restrictions apply. Expires 9/30/14. 9/17CP