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Symmes preps for St. Nick’s visit Donations asked for Toys for Tots By Leah Fightmaster lfightmaster@communitypress.com

The Trek Bicycle Store in Blue Ash has high hopes for holiday sales. Here are store employees, from left: mechanic Patryk Bielawski of Mason, sales associate Brad Frericks of Maineville, salesman Matt Herr of Hyde Park and salesman James Keefe of Montgomery with a 2013 Trek Domane 5.2. JEANNE HOUCK/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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Local businesses selling tradition By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

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der the tree represents the best of Christmas to many children – and not a few adults. It also represents profits to the Trek Bicycle Store on Kenwood Road in Blue Ash. “Holidays are a great time for kids and adults to come and pick up a great new bike,” said James Keefe of Montgomery, a salesman at the store festooned with Christmas decorations. Many retailers believe there’s nothing like a good mixture of merchandising and merriment to draw in customers during the all-important holiday season. To help out, cities and chambers of commerce often sponsor festive events this time of year designed to ensure the jingling of Christmas bells is accompanied by the ringing of cash registers. Montgomery, for example, is sponsoring Holiday in the Village from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at four locations in and around the city’s

DAY IN THE SUN B1 Blue Ash expresses gratitude to the American Veteran.

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Susan McDonald stands in front of a little post office that is part of Ohio National’s annual Victorian Holiday Village display. JEANNE HOUCK/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

historic downtown, dubbed the “North Pole” that day. At 5 p.m. at the Neuilly Plaisance Fountain area at Montgomery and Cooper roads, Santa will announce winners of the children’s winter coloring contest and which winner will light the Christmas tree there. People then will be able to visit these other locations: » The “North Pole workshop” at the Universalist Church at the corner of Montgomery and Remington roads, where children can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and make winter crafts.

Free horse-drawn wagon rides will leave from the church and travel through downtown. » The “Penguin Igloo” on the second floor of Bethesda North Hospital on Montgomery Road, where people can marvel at holiday model train displays, participate in penguin-themed activities and enjoy entertainers, cider and snacks. Children will receive free gifts. » “Gingerbread Central” at Twin Lakes’ welcome center off Montgomery Road, where children can enjoy treats, live music and crafts. » The Victorian Holiday Village sponsored by Ohio National Financial Services will be open until 8:30 p.m. on its campus on One Financial Way. That’s at the southeast corner of the Pfeiffer Road and Interstate 71 interchange. The Victorian Holiday Village will feature child-size houses with holiday scenes, thousands of lights and a miniature-sized post office and train. Visitors can enjoy free cocoa and cookies and children can take a free picture with St.

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Santa Claus is coming to Symmes Township, but early. He’ll ride through neighborhoods with dozens of goodie bags for kids from 5 p.m.to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, for the township’s annual event, Operation Santa. Instead of a sleigh, Santa will arrive on a fire truck with members of the Loveland/ Symmes Fire Department, said

Luanne Felter, special events coordinator for Symmes Township. In return, the township hopes that families will return the favor in the spirit of the holidays and make a donation to Marine Toys for Tots. The program is accepting both cash donations and new, unwrapped toys to give to children who might not be getting anything this Christmas, she said. Donations can be given to Santa or any of his helpers on a route during Operation Santa, or they can be dropped off at the townSee VISIT, Page A2

Santa and his helpers stop for a quick photo before going out to spread Christmas cheer during the 2011 Operation Santa. THANKS TO LUANNE FELTER

Nominate a caring neighbor Just as your family has its holiday traditions, the Northeast Suburban Life has a tradition of which we want you to be a part. Every year, in our edition between Christmas and New Year’s, we salute local people who show us every day what its means to be a good neighbor. We call it “Neighbors Who Care,” and we need your help. If you know someone who regularly embodies the spirit of “Neighbors Who Care” – maybe they brought you food during an illness, or looked after your

house while you were gone, or cleared your driveway during snow, or helped pick up debris after a storm– or maybe they just provide a friendly face, or listen when you need to talk to someone. No matter how they display it, we want to recognize them. Send your “Neighbors Who Care” nominations to nesuburban @communitypress.com. Include your name, community and contact information, as well as that information for your neighbor.

COLLECTION TIME In the next few days your Community Press carrier will be stopping by to collect $3.50 for delivery of this month’s Northeast Suburban Life. Your carrier retains half of this amount along with any tip you give to reward good service. This month we’re featuring Preston Franklin. For information about our carrier program, call circulation manager Steve Barraco at 248-7110, or e-mail him at sbarraco@communitypress.com.

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ship office, 9323 Union Cemetery Road, by Dec. 6. Those making a monetary donation can make a check payable to “Marine Toys for Tots Foundation,” Felter said. She added that the township doesn’t have a specific goal it’s trying to make for the donations, but instead “just hope people will give back.” Residents donated about $85 to the program last year, but they’ve donated as much as about $250 and 437 toys to the program in the past. Felter said the township is hoping for a better turnout this year, as well as an improvement in the weather. Last year’s cold, rainy conditions deterred many families from participating, but some kids excited to see Santa braved the weather for his visit.

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SANTA STOPS Locations and times by route (all times are approximate) Route 1: » United Methodist Church (Camp Dennison): 5 p.m. » Morgans Trace and Farmcourt: 5:30 p.m. » Arabian and Roan: 5:55 p.m. » Walnutridge Court: 6:10 p.m. » Mistymorn Court: 6:25 p.m. » Stablehand and Steeplechase: 6:45 p.m. » Withers and Cummings Farm: 7:05 p.m. » Gateway and Solon: 7:25 p.m. » Shadyside and Stonecrest: 7:40 p.m. » Kempergrove and Oakvalley: 8 p.m. Route 2: » Shadowglen Drive: 5 p.m. » Chatham Woods and Windy Hill: 5:20 p.m. » Riveroaks and Brentmoor: 5:40 p.m.

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Nick. Meanwhile, entries in Montgomery’s Festival of Trees contest for the most creatively decorated Christmas trees will be displayed at all four Holiday in the Village locations, where visitors can vote for their favorite trees. The Jolly Trolley will

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» Willow and Foxgate: 6 p.m. » Richland Park and Waters Edge: 6:20 p.m. » Stonebridge and Farmstead: 6:40 p.m. » Meadowknoll and Colebourne: 7 p.m. » Bentcreek and Streamside: 7:20 p.m. » Stonebridge Drive: 7:40 p.m. » Somerset and Carter Grove: 8 p.m. Route 3: » Paulmeadows and Heritage: 5 p.m. » Patrilla and Kemperwoods: 5:20 p.m. » Chesney and Avant: 5:40 p.m. » Pemmican Run and Birchbark: 6 p.m. » Iron Liege and Calumet Way: 6:20 p.m. » Symmescreek and Symmesknoll: 6:40 p.m. » Terwilligersvalley and Terwilligersridge: 7 p.m. » Terwilligersridge and Terwilligersknoll: 7:15 p.m. » Donwiddle and Souffle: 7:35 p.m. » Symbola and Kosine: 7:55 p.m.

Blue Ash is festooned in greenery and red ribbons, like this display at the intersection of Kenwood and Cooper roads. JEANNE HOUCK/THE COMMUNITY PRESS shuttle people between the North Pole workshop, the Penguin Igloo, Gingerbread Central and the Victorian Holiday Village. The trolleys will begin by leaving Bethesda North Hospital and Twin Lakes at 5 p.m. and end by leaving Ohio National Financial Services at 9 p.m. Shuttle signs will be posted. This is the 11th year that Ohio National Financial Services will present the Victorian Holiday Village, which the company describes as a way to connect with the community and celebrate the holidays in a non-commercial way. Montgomery City Councilman Barry Joffe is not afraid to get commercial. “With the holidays soon upon us, now is a great time to commit to buying local,” Joffe said. “The treasures you find will not only thrill your family and friends

with some unique gifts, but support Montgomery area businesses. “Supporting local businesses boosts our local economy and is an investment in Montgomery’s continued prosperity,” Joffe said. “It preserves the quality of life for everyone.” People can visit the Victorian Holiday Village on days other than the Dec. 1 Holiday in the Village event. The Victorian village also will be open from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30; Thursday, Dec. 6 and Friday, Dec. 7. Admission is free; visitors are asked to bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Freestore Foodbank. For more about your community, visit Cincinnati.com/BlueAsh. Get regular Blue Ash updates by signing up for our email newsletter. Visit Cincinnati.com/BlueAsh.

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Montgomery mulls tax amnesty, diversion programs By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

MONTGOMERY — Montgomery City Council has established tax amnesty and diversion programs. Here, Kelly Beach, Montgomery’s assistant finance director and its tax commissioner, discusses the initiatives. What kind of taxes are involved in the programs? “Both programs are for residents or businesses, however, the tax amnesty program has to do with unpaid income tax on earned income and net profits due to not filing a return. “The tax diversion program would apply to individuals who have filed a return and have a tax balance due on earned income and net profits. The tax diversion program could also deal with any violation of the tax code including, but not limited to, not filing a return or not paying a balance due.” How would the tax amnesty program work? “The tax amnesty program is designed to encourage residents or businesses who have not filed a tax return, regardless of the year, an opportunity to file and pay their taxes due the city with reduced penalties and interest. “The program would start Oct. 1 and end Nov. 30. “Any taxpayer filing under the amnesty program would be required to complete an application and pay the tax due plus half of the applicable in-

terest due. “The remaining accrued interest and penalties on the delinquent tax would Beach be waived.” How would the tax diversion program work? “The tax diversion program would be handled by the city prosecutor in dealing with income-tax cases which are cited to the courts. The tax diversion program would provide delinquent and noncompliant taxpayers an alternative to a criminal conviction. “In order to be eligible for the tax diversion program, all delinquent taxes, applicable penalties and interest accrued to the city would have to be satisfied prior to entering the program. “Additionally, the

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court would be authorized to establish an administrative fee to offset the costs of prosecution and administering the program.” What do unpaid taxes in Montgomery amount to? “The city’s percentage rate of unpaid taxes is less than 1 percent of total taxes collected.” How much money might Montgomery collect with the new programs? Enough that it makes sense to give some delinquent taxpayers a break even though the state has reduced its appropriations to cities? “Yes. “The tax amnesty program could collect as much as $50,000, however, this is just an estimate and will depend on the number of participants and amount of tax due to the city by those filers.”

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CHCA students earn AP Scholar Awards Forty-eight students at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy’s Martha S. Lindner High School have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams taken this past May. The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program provides students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP Exams. About 18 percent of the more than1.9 million students worldwide who took AP Exams performed at a sufficiently high

level to also earn an AP Scholar Award. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on AP Exams. At CHCA: » Four students qualified for the National AP Scholar Award by earning an average score of 4 or higher on a five-point scale on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. These students are Logan Lally of Lebanon, Amanda Pritchard of Loveland, Brian Taylor of Maineville and Michelle Feeney of Symmes Township. » Thirteen students qualified

for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 (out of a possible 5) on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. These students are Logan Lally of Lebanon; Jacob Thiel of Liberty Township; Emma Fraser, Emily Greinwald, Roger Phelps and Amanda Pritchard of Loveland; Brian Taylor of Maineville; Mackenzie Pfleger of Mason, and Cyle Cucinotta, Michelle Feeney, Tara Hodge, Austin Skoglund and Tyler Vonderhaar of Symmes Township. » Fifteen students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor

Award by earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. These students are Grace Paschall of Eastgate; John Fuller, Elizabeth Lyle and Bridget Simpson of Loveland; Nick Taylor of Maineville; Zach Thomas of Mason; Elizabeth Ottenjohn of Montgomery; Andrew Lindenfeld and Ben Wittkugel of Sharonville; Tanner Kuremsky, Mallory Massa, Jonathan Price and Eliseo Vizcaino of Symmes Township, and Heather Morrison and Courtney Myers of West Chester Township. » Twenty students qualified

for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with scores of 3 or higher. The AP Scholars are Natalie LeCompte of Clarksville; AnnMarie Kadnar, Silk Kim, Patrick Lyle, Aidan Ross and Hannah Russell of Loveland; Joseph Heath and Emma Moorehouse of Maineville; Ana Aguilar, Kelsey Foreman, Stephanie Schlosser and Emily Walton of Mason; Abigail Pate of Middletown; Annaliese Koontz of Montgomery; Sichao Ma of Shanghai; Cameron Armstrong, Holly Dahmus, Che Li and Meredith Stutz of Symmes Township, and Abigail Bowman of West Chester Township.

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Ursuline freshmen thank donors for their support during the school's 24-hour online giving day. From left: front, Caroline Janssen (Montgomery), Avery Naylor (Montgomery) and Kara Thornton (Sycamore Township); back, Meagan Morgan (Woodlawn), Catherine Ceccoli (Liberty Township), Pooja Vijayasarathy (West Chester Township), Lily Schmitt (Indian Hill) and Courtney Ruehlmann (Indian Hill). THANKS TO MARIANNE LANG

UA online giving a real success School conducts first 24-hour campaign

Ursuline Academy’s first 24-hour online giving day proved to be very successful for the school. “UAGives” began at midnight Thursday, Oct. 18, and ran until midnight the next day. Under the direction of annual giving coordinator Laura Johnson, the campaign was intended to increase the number of online contributions while showing donors how easy it is to donate online. “The goal was to surpass 168 gifts – the highest number of online gifts received in one year (2010-2011 school year) – in 24 hours. We re-

ceived 192 gifts from 182 donors, which includes 10 matching gifts,” Johnson said. The constituents were apprised of the day’s progress through email, the UA website, Facebook and Twitter. Anyone can donate online at any time on the school’s website of www.ursulineacademy.org/giving. President Sharon Redmond says, “Ursuline is very pleased with the results of our one-day online campaign. As more and more constituents conduct business electronically, the importance of providing them the means to conveniently interact with Ursuline escalates. The response to UAGives indicates that we are moving in the right direction.”

Second-graders become stargazers On Nov. 30, Sycamore science teachers will welcome all district secondgraders and their families to the third annual Second-Grade Sycamore Star Party. During the event, students and parents will learn about constellations and how to find them, participate in night hikes on the Symmes nature trail, play Jupiter Jeopardy and hear stories about the constellations. Teachers will also show parents how

to use Internet programs to identify constellations and Sycamore High School astronomy students will help younger students view Jupiter and the moon with telescopes. The event will be from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Symmes Elementary School, 11820 Enyart Road. Guests are encouraged to dress in layers, wear boots and bring a flashlight. All children must also be accompanied by an adult.

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BOYS TEAMS TOSS IT UP

Here’s a 1st shot at 2012-13 basketball

Moeller’s Joe Eramo (23) ran for a touchdown against Pickerington DB Mason Olszewski (14) in the second quarter. The Crusaders won 26-21 to advance to the Division I state title game Dec. 1. JOSEPH

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Crusaders earn trip to Canton

Area boys basketball teams are set to begin their boys hoops seasons in the Northeast Suburban Life coverage area.

Moeller

After finishing second to La Salle in the Greater Catholic League-South and falling to Middletown last March 14 in the postseason, Moeller returns an experienced squad determined to move further. Carl Kremer has coached 22 years at Moeller and returns senior starters Josh Davenport and Keith Watkins. The 6-foot-4 Davenport just signed with Winthrop and averaged 14.7 points per game, 7.1rebounds and 2.3 assists. He was named first-team GCL-South for his efforts. Watkins will attend Northwestern for football, but is a three-year varsity basketball player. He averaged 4.6 points, 2.2 assists and 2.3 rebounds playing on a squad with four first- or second-team allleague players. “We are a very athletic and basketball-talented team,” Kremer Morgan said. “Our challenge will be to develop the chemistry necessary to be great.” Other Crusaders likely to have an impact are 6-foot-6 senior forward Patrick Wrencher (signed with Saint Francis), 5-foot-9 junior guard Tre’ Hawkins, 6-foot-8 sophomore center Nate Fowler and 6-foot-3 junior guard Grant Benzinger. Fowler and Hawkins are considered top prospects. The Crusaders begin the season Dec. 4 at Purcell Marian.

Sycamore

The Aves are trying to break a skid of six-straight losing seasons in the ever-competitive Greater Miami Conference. Coach David Moss and his crew were 7-15 overall in 2011-12 (2-12 GMC). Top returners for Sycamore include 6-foot-6 senior Mason Morgan, who averaged 6.3 points and 6.8 rebounds last season, but upped those numbers to 15 and 11.5 in two tournament games. Behind Morgan were 6-foot senior Joey Gruden at 7.7 points per game, 5-foot-6 junior Zach Farquhar at 6.6 and 6-foot-3 Isaiah Brown at 5.6. Joe Vaught (6foot-4) and Mitch Hill (6-foot-1) also saw considerable time and will be counted on again. “These guys have put in time in the off-season to get stronger and more skilled,” Moss said. “They also have a lot of togetherness and want to win. I’m looking forward to coaching this group.” Sycamore starts the season at Milford Nov. 30.

CHCA

In the second year under head coach Andy Keimer, the CHCA boys basketball team can hit the ground running, rather than spend time installing new schemes. The Eagles will compete in the Miami Valley Conference Gray

Eramo steps up as Moeller beats Pickerington North 26-21 in state semis

By Scott Springer sspringer@communitypress.com

Moeller's Josh Davenport scores during the Crusaders’ regional semifinal at Cintas Center last March. TONY TRIBBLE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS Division and will return four starters to the hardwood this winter. At forward, senior Adam Chappelle averaged 7.7 points and 3.6 rebounds per game last year, while fellow senior Cody DiFabio averaged 8.7 points. Senior Jordan Smith started every game last season, while Will Drosos scored 6.8 points and dished out 2.0 assists on average as a freshman. Junior Matt Overstreet should also be a key contributor. CHCA opens the season at home against New Miami Dec. 4.

CCD

Cincinnati Country Day head coach Howard Brownstein returns for his 28th season at the helm of the Indians as his squad looks to compete in the Miami Valley Conference Gray Division. Brownstein and company will look for scoring to come from returning guards Caleb Tregre and J.R. Menifee. Menifee is a junior and Tregre is a sophomore, but both guards bring experience to the position. Sophomore Wyatt Fletcher and junior Matt Walton should also be key contributors.

Quickness will be a strong attribute for the Indians, but a lack of size could hurt the squad. The Indians will lose 6-foot-4 all-league post player Wes Mink during winter break. The junior is moving to Michigan, according to Brownstein. CCD opens the season at home against Gamble Montessori Nov. 30.

Indian Hill

The Indian Hill Braves are shooting for their sixth-straight winning season and their fourthstraight under coach Tim Burch. Last year’s squad had some key seniors in Austin Trout, Teddy Kremchek and Steve Bell and finished 16-6 (12-2 for second place in the Cincinnati Hills League). Burch returns just one starter in Jon Griggs, who suffered an early football injury but rehabbed enough to be able to begin the season. As a junior, the 5foot-10 Griggs averaged 8.4 points per game and led the league in assists at 5.4. Griggs is already in the school’s top 10 in that category and Burch feels he’ll move up to See HOOPS, Page A7

DAYTON — When the current crop of Crusaders were toddlers, then-coach Steve Klonne led Moeller’s football team to the state championship game. Fifteen years later, those youngsters earned a trip to Canton as Moeller held off Pickerington North 26-21 Nov. 24. Senior Kaleb Nypaver’s hit on the Panthers’ Godwin Igwebuike on fourth down jarred the ball loose and it was recovered by Ethan Frericks, a Moeller senior captain, for the win. “I’ve never seen anything greater in my life!” senior running back Joe Eramo said. From there, starting senior quarterback Spencer Iacovone took the final knee to send the Crusaders to their first state championship game under coach John Rodenberg. This will be Moeller’s first state final since 1997. The Crusaders will be seeking their eighth state title and first since 1985. With the blue and gold caravan making its way up Interstate 75 to Dayton’s Welcome Stadium, the Moeller faithful were treated to a back-andforth game. The Crusaders went up early on a Matt Reiniger field goal, but Pickerington North’s Mason Olszewski answered with a quarterback keeper to put the Panthers up 7-3 after a quarter. In the second quarter, Joe Eramo scored his first touchdown on an 11-yard run and Moeller led 10-7 at the half. Reiniger hit another field goal for a 14-13 Moeller lead in the third, but Godwin Igwebuike answered with a 76-yard gallop as Pickerington North went up 14-13. With the Panthers keying on Keith Watkins, Eramo went 34 yards for another score to make it 20-14 Moeller. Early in the fourth, it was Olszewski to Jason Childers to give Pickerington North their final lead of 21-20. The Crusaders then went on a long drive culminating in a Keith Watkins seven-yard run. The two-point conversion failed and Moeller led 26-21. Thanks to the late “stick” by Nypaver on Igwebuike, the advantage held and Crusader fans were on Priceline by late Saturday night for Canton lodging. “It’s been 27 years since we

Moeller's Spencer Iacovone (7) keeps the ball on a rush for the Crusaders in their state semifinal win against Pickerington North Nov. 24 at Dayton’s Welcome Stadium. JOSEPH FUQUA II/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

won the state title; we could not be more happy,” Eramo said. The unsung 5-foot-9, 185pound senior had 17 carries for 167 yards to go along with the 119 yards gained by Keith Watkins. “You just have to wait for your time and step up when it’s your time,” Eramo said. It was a great one-two punch for Moeller, who struggled some throwing the ball. Eramo currently has no college offers, but is open to the possibility. In the meantime, Keith Watkins is headed to Northwestern, as is Pickerington North runner Igwebuike. The 190pounder led all runners with 181 yards. “He’s a great player,” Watkins said of his future teammate. “I told him, ‘I’m calling the (Northwestern) coach tomorrow and telling him he’s going to be my roommate.’ Next year, we’ll probably do some damage.” Pickerington North’s season ends at 12-2, while Moeller now goes to 11-3 and has a date with Toledo Whitmer Saturday. Dec. 1, at Canton’s Fawcett Stadium for the Division I championship. “I’m proud of the kids,” Rodenberg said. “This 2012 class had a lot of pressure on them at the beginning of the year. Everyone kind of lost faith in us and now we’re going to the finals. They deserve it.” In addition to having the chance to win Moeller’s first state title since Springsteen’s “Born in the U.S.A” was popular, Rodenberg gets to coach a squad that includes his senior linebacker son, Jimmy. “It is nice,” Rodenberg said. “Right now, I’m real happy. Let’s just get one more.” Added Watkins, “I’ve been dreaming of this since I was a little kid! We’re finally here!”

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CRUSADERS SIGN LETTERS OF INTENT On Nov. 14, 12 Moeller Crusaders signed letters of intent to continue as college studentathletes. Five signed for baseball, two for basketball and five for lacrosse. The following are local athletes who took part in that ceremony: Quinn Collison will continue his lacrosse career at Bucknell University under the direction of coach Frank Fedorjaka. Collison plays attack for the Crusaders and will continue at that position for Bucknell University. Quinn was named First Team AllRegion in 2012 as a junior, and Under Armour All-American. He carries a 4.0 GPA, has maintained first honors every quarter, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Collison has completed more than 200 community service hours with Pastoral Ministry at Moeller High School. Quinn is the son of Blane and Kelly Collison of Sycamore Township. Connor Nelson will continue his lacrosse career at Carthage College under the direction of coach David Neff. Nelson plays defense and long stick middie for Moeller and will continue that position at Cartage College. Nelson will be part of the Moeller lacrosse program for four years, and is currently a third-year member of the Crusader football program. At Moeller, Connor is a house captain, and volunteers for Unified for Unifat and pastoral ministry. Connor carries a 3.5 and has maintained honors every quarter. Connor is the son of Bruce and Pam Nelson of Montgomery.

Connor Nelson has signed to play lacrosse at Carthage College. Behind Connor are Bruce and Pam Nelson of Montgomery. THANKS TO MOELLER ATHLETICS

PRESS PREPS HIGHLIGHTS College parents: Time to brag

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Are you a parent of a college athlete? It’s time to brag. Thanks to such an overwhelming response to the holiday feature last year, Northeast Suburban Life again will present “Home for the holidays: Catching up with college athletes.” Parents of athletes who played in the college ranks during the 2012 calendar year can submit by email a few paragraphs and, if interested, a photo to share where they are, what they’re playing and how they did. Be sure to include the athlete’s name, parents’ names and the community newspaper they get at home. The submitted information will be compiled by newspaper and run the issue of Dec. 26-27 – just in time for people home from the holidays to catch up on their high school classmates, neighbors and friends. Basic guidelines: You can send links to college websites as background but not as the submission. Write the information as you’d want to see it in print. Send photos as a .jpg attachment to the

Girls basketball

» In a back-and-forth contest that wasn’t settled until late in the fourth quarter, Ursuline Academy came back from a five-point halftime deficit to defeat Sycamore, 47-42. Ursuline led 12-8 after one, but scored only four points in the second quarter while Sycamore scored 13 to take the lead at the half. In the third quarter, Ursuline held Sycamore to only six points while scoring 19 of its own, most of them on the fast break, to take a 35-27 lead after three. In the fourth, Sycamore closed the deficit with five-straight points by Imani Outlaw that brought the Aves within one, 39-38 with 3:19 left. But a basket by Ursuline sophomore Alison Schirmer gave Ursuline the 41-38 lead and they held on for the win. Outlaw was top scorer for the game with 17, while Sarah Reilly led Ursuline with 15. Michele Christy was the only other player for Ursuline in double figures, with 13.

Hoops

at 3.4 points per game. Nick Pai, Jordan Conn and Zack Schneider should also factor in the equation. Underneath, the Braves boast 6-foot-7 Lucas Gould and 6-foot-8 Karl Koster. “We should have great

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top three. Outside of Griggs, Clayton Hosmer offers up the most experience

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Lineman of the Year

» The Anthony Muñoz Foundation is searching for the Lineman of the Year. Anyone can nominate an offensive or defensive lineman from the Tristate. In keeping with the mission of the foundation, candidates have to show a level of academic success and community involvement. High school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors are eligible. Linemen of the Year Awards will be presented to each of the following: Ohio Divisions I-VI, Kentucky and Indiana. From this group of winners, Anthony will select two student-athletes to be recognized as the overall Offensive and Defensive Linemen of the Year at the National Football Foundation ScholarAthlete Banquet. You can nominate at www.munozfoundation.org.

guard play in Griggs and Schneider with good size coming off the bench in Gould and Koster,” Burch said. “We also play and work hard.” Indian Hill begins the season on the road at Goshen Dec. 1.

Quinn Collison signed to play lacrosse at Bucknell. Behind him are Blane and Kelly Collison.

Strizak is LaRosa’s MVP Volleyball player heads to Illinois Mount Notre Dame High School volleyball player Michelle Strizak was recently named LaRosa’s MVP of the week. “Michelle is a six-rotation player who is able to make any swing, and has developed into one of the best outside hitters in the nation.,” said Joe Burke, her volleyball coach. A four-year varsity starter, Michelle Strizak helped

lead last year’s Cougars to a 24-5 record and the Division I Ohio state championship. Michelle recorded 470 kills, 354 digs, 54 aces, and 42 blocks, earning numerous honors, including GGCL Player of the Year, Cincinnati Division I Player of the Year, SWO district Player of the Year, first-team AllOhio, and a top five finalist for the national Junior of the Year award. Strizak has a volleyball heritage: Her mom was on Xavier’s team in college, her brother was on the team

at Moeller and won a state championship, her sister competed at MND and won a state championship, and her cousin was on a team in high school and was an AllAmerican player. Activeincommunityservice, Michelle is an academic all-star, too; with a 4.0 GPA and a member of National Honor Society. She will continue her career next season at the University of Illinois. Her favorite athlete is Joey Votto and her most-like-to-meet is Misty May-Treanor.

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Economics strictly for politicians Pardon me, but it is time to try to educate politicians about how to grow an economy. This includes good wages for working folks and improving standards of living for everyone. To begin. Businesses do not pay taxes. They collect them from their customers and employees (Social Security). Then, they add allowances for the increasing costs of regulation. This is a convenient way for federal, state and local governments to hide their inefficiencies and blame them on “greedy” businesses. Once these costs are covered, the operating costs, materials, labor and needed profit determine a selling price. But, a selling price has factors that affect the economy. The customer evaluates the

selling price and balances his needs accordingly. In a tight economy like we are now experiencing, purchases may be Edward Levy COMMUNITY PRESS delayed or forgone. GUEST COLUMNIST This is bad news on two counts. Layoffs will occur and/or imported goods will replace domestic production. Once imports become the product of favor with consumers, they seem to grow in volume. Unemployment and lack of working hours becomes a more serious problem. Note the growing number of vacant buildings. When there are more people

CH@TROOM Nov. 21 question

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Do you think cutting entitlements, such as raising the Medicare eligibility age in line with that of Social Security, is the best solution to control the national debt? Why or why not?

How do you plan to do most of your holiday shopping this year: in person or online, from national “big box” stores, or from locally-owned businesses?

“Best solution to control the national debt is to replace this non-president and stop spending!” J.G.

Every week The Northeast Suburban Life asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to neusburban@community press.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

“The only way to control the national debt is to to stop spending money we don’t have. I have a certain amount of money I can spend every month, if I spend more than I take in I’m in debt. Pretty simple, too bad so many people voted for free stuff instead of freedom. You Obama voters, I hope you’re happy with what you’ve done to this once great country. The America I grew up with is not the America our kids will know.” J.S.K. “Cutting entitlements ... raising taxes on those with $250,000+ income ... I think I would rather see the highincome folks pay more in taxes that to change Medicare. There are so many fragile people in this country that totally rely on government programs to survive. If raising taxes on the wealthy gives us the funding we need so desparately, I say do it.” E.E.C. “Social Security if not an entitlement! We’ve paid into it for decades. Entitlements are unfunded charities for those who are in need, or unfortunately, those who know how to play the system. “I think everyone who is working should pay, not have the contributions stop after a certain amount of salary. I think unemployment compensation should be for those who really need it, not those who say they’ve applied for a job but haven’t. I think the government should stop spending money they don’t have. There should be a line item veto in place. “I think the government employees should have the same payments, health care, Social Security as all of the rest of us. Only in a dictatorship is the populus made to do things from which the ruling government is excluded.

“Where are you smart lawyers who should be challenging these things? There would be plenty of money for everything if the waste wasn’t so huge.” J.K.

Nov. 14 question Do you think Congress will be able to work out a deal to avoid the upcoming ‘fiscal cliff,’ the expiration of almost every tax cut enacted since 2001 and the first $110 billion of $1.2 trillion in spending cuts set to occur over 10 years. Why or why not?

“Maybe with smoke and mirrors, the appearance of a deal may be announced. However, Obama’s mindset is that he will do everything possible to bring down the system of free enterprise in America and replace it with a system of collectivism- where all have an equal outcome. Not equal opportunity – but equal outcomes. Everyone has the same wage – no matter what there job or skill level. Utopia for the Socialists in America. There is no success and no failure. People are to fed and cared for by the ruling governmental committee because people are merely cattle that must be fed and groomed. “Obama’s model of his ideal society is a controlled populace such as in Cuba and North Korea. The ‘fiscal cliff’ is Obama’s dream method of collapsing the economy of America in the shortest time frame – thus allowing him to install his promised ‘fundamental transformation of America’ into a Socialist state. That is why you will see the skillful Obama force us off the ‘fiscal cliff’ and will use his standard Motus Operendi of blaming someone else for the financial disaster that will engulf us all.” T.D.

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looking for work than there are jobs available, there is no reason to raise wages. Lower wages for new hires becomes the new reality. As our recession has become longer than normal, the need for certain skills has changed. This means that our workforce has lower value than previously. Employment is a slowly changing market. Once you are out of it, catching up is difficult. Imports become easier to obtain and get to the market because of efficiencies in production and shipping cut the costs for foreign producers. One only has to watch television and observe the “Butt weights” on the ads for new and attractive products to visualize which industries will be experiencing tough competition and job

losses. Business people quickly adapt to include these products in their businesses. Several years ago I bought one of those products that was “not sold in stores” only to find it not much later in a discount mall. Unions are a factor too. They increase the costs to produce here without recognizing that many of their demands create an advantage for imports or Right to Work states. I faced that problem years ago when I was presented with unreasonable demands. After two days of fruitless arguing, I gave them what they wanted and moved production to lower cost producers. I couldn’t afford their demands. I was sorry to let my loyal people go and apologized to them.

Today, one of the bad phrases is “trickle down.” The problem with the politics of this phrase is that this is exactly how an economy works. When the employer makes money, he wisely spends it on growing his business. This means raises to keep his employees. Long-term employees keep costs low by reducing hiring and training costs. The employers gain is a gain for the entire economy. If the politicians in our fractured government can learn and take advantage of these simple facts they will greatly improve the economy and even more, their public image. Edward Levy is a former college instructor and a resident of Montgomery.

Smog season in review This summer’s high temperatures and dry conditions made for a busy smog season. Smog is an air pollutant that can cause severe health problems, particularly for children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions. The two primary pollutants in smog are ground-level ozone (O3) and particulate matter (PM). Smog alerts during 2012 were all based on ozone. Ozone forms when nitrogen oxides from industry emissions combine with volatile organic compounds from vehicle exhaust in the presence of sunlight and heat. Over the past three years, the average number of smog alerts was 16. However, this summer’s weather made for perfect smog conditions, giving us 12 smog alerts lasting 27 days. This year, we had a seven-day long smog alert from June 28-July 4. Although smog monitoring concluded Oct. 31, it is important to keep in mind these tips to help cut back on air pollution year round: » Take the bus (METRO:

513-621-4455 or TANK: 859-3318265) » Carpool or vanpool (RideShare: 513241-RIDE) » Ride a bike, in-line Megan skate or walk Hummel COMMUNITY PRESS instead of driving GUEST COLUMNIST » Combine trips or eliminate unnecessary vehicle trips » Refuel your vehicle after 8 p.m.; do not top off when refueling and tighten the gas cap » Do not idle your vehicle » Avoid quick accelerations and sudden stops as they increase fuel consumption » Keep your vehicle maintained with properly inflated tires and timely oil changes » Avoid use of gasoline-powered lawn equipment » Avoid use of oil-based paints and stains » Conserve electricity » Spread the word In making these small

changes to your daily habits, you can help make the air safer and healthier in your community. Visit our website at www.SouthwestOhioAir.org to learn more about smog, or to view current Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in Southwest Ohio or call the AQI Hotline at 513-946-7753. The Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency works with government agencies, businesses, communities and citizens to achieve and maintain healthy air quality for Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren counties in Southwest Ohio. The agency is a division of the Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services which also encompasses the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District. For more information, visit the Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency online at www.SouthwestOhioAir.org or interact with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Megan Hummel is public relations coordinator for the Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency.

Thanking voters, workers

I would like to thank all of the voters who exercised their rights to vote in this general election. This area of the state saw a decent turnout, leading to the anticipated close contests in many races. It is critical under our system of government to stay informed of issues and candidates, and exercising the right to vote at every opportunity. Moreover, thank you to all poll workers for their hard work and public service on this recent and every Election Day. Poll workers are not highly compensated, yet they commit to being in one place about 14 hours on Election Day. Ohio’s voting system is structured so that the poll workers in each precinct are members of both political parties working together in a non-partisan manner. Frequently, these individuals operate remarkably calmly and cooperatively under the spotlight of local and national media, as well as observers from the respective political parties. Without their commitment to public service, the goal of having fair and free election days would not be achievable.

Finally, I would like to thank the voters of the new 27th House District for their support in re-electing me Peter to serve as Stautberg state repreCOMMUNITY PRESS sentative. It is GUEST COLUMNIST an honor to serve the individuals and families of this area by representing them in Columbus, and I look forward to continuing my service. We always have many challenges to confront at the state house, including education standards, education funding, budget issues, and encouraging business growth in the state. There are many respectable ideas of how to best approach these issues, and some are better than others. I look forward to continuing to listen and understand the various points of view, and working with my colleagues to put in place common-sense legislation to move the state forward. On a brighter note, we are

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seeing a resurgence of economic activity where energy companies are exploring and drilling for oil and natural gas. This activity has lifted economically stagnant areas of the state, leading to improvements in infrastructure, and higher levels of employment due to growth in suppliers and service industries. It is our hope that we continue to see positive results from the responsible use of our natural resources for a number of years. Thank you for allowing me to represent you. Ohio’s new 27th House District covers eastern Hamilton County and includes the cities of Milford and Loveland (inside Hamilton County); the Cincinnati neighborhoods of Mt. Lookout, Columbia Tusculum, Linwood, East End, East Walnut Hills, Walnut Hills, Mt. Washington, California and part of Hyde Park; the villages of Indian Hill, Fairfax, Mariemont, Newtown and Terrace Park; and the townships of Anderson, Symmes and part of Columbia. Peter Stautberg is the the new 27th House District state representative.

Loveland Herald Editor Dick Maloney rmaloney@communitypress.com, 248-7134 Office hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday See page A2 for additional contact information.

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Blue Ash Mayor Mark Weber welcomes and provides opening remarks to the Veterans Day crowd. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

With the ceremonies completed, many veterans and their families found time to linger and reminisce at the Blue Ash Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

THEIR DAY IN THE SUN

The Blue Ash Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park, dedicated in 1991, serves as the community's way of expressing profound gratitude to the American Veteran, the men and women who have defended and protected our country and freedoms, and to those who currently serve here and abroad. On a clear and sunny Sunday morning, Nov. 11, a large crowd assembled at the Memorial to partake in a Veterans Day tribute â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the 20th such annual event. The ceremonies included city dignitaries, a military band, veteran color guards, an aircraft flyover, keynote speaker Chuck Donabedian, bell tower tolling, a gun salute, essay readings from the E.H. Greene School, etc .... Here are a few scenes Patriotic music was provided by the Ohio Military Band which included Dr. from the day. Charles Fixler (left) and Art Sill, both WWII veterans. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE

This Air Force veteran salutes as "Off We Go Into the Wild Blue Yonder' (the U.S. Air Force Anthem) is played by the Ohio Military Band. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

These Korean War veterans carried the colors honoring those who served in that conflict. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

E.H. Greene School sixth-grader Grant Bruner reads an original essay, "A Letter to Veterans." TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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As part of the ceremonies the Cincinnati Warbirds provided aircraft "flyovers." This three-plane element includes two USAF/Navy AT-28 trainers with a B-25 bomber in the lead. The B-25 made WWII history with low altitude bombing runs over Japan. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Bill Hargis (facing), a WWII Navy veteran, chats with Allen Schwarzwalder, a Vietnam veteran, in the WWII sector of the Blue Ash Memorial Park. TERRENCE HUGE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, NOV. 29 Art Exhibits Art for Artists Fiber Art Show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., The Barn Gallery. Showcasing rich, tactile fiber arts including silk paper, embroidery, dyeing, felting, art quilts and wearables. Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

qualified applicants. Appointment required. 686-3300. Madisonville. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Review, 5-9 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Concludes 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 1. To re-certify current ARC lifeguards. $200. 985-0900. Montgomery.

Sweet Treats for Gifting with Karen Harmon, 6:30-9 p.m., Cooks’ Wares, 11344 Montgomery Road, Make some sweet treats perfect for creating a tin or basket as a gift. $40. Reservations required. 489-6400; cookswaresonline.com. Symmes Township.

Exercise Classes

Religious - Community

Cardio Dance Party, 6-7 p.m., Eric Thomas’ Professional Fitness Academy, 4865 Duck Creek Road, Classes incorporate variety of dance styles, including jazz, hip-hop, Latin, jive and more danced to popular music. $10. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Madisonville.

Defining the Apostolic, 7 p.m., Embassy Suites Blue Ash, 4554 Lake Forest Drive, Includes lunch. Apostle Nona Parker, Antioch Christian Assembly Church International in Joliet, Ill., summit speaker. Drs. Michael and Cecilia Jackson, “I AM” Fellowship Ministries Inc. of Cincinnati, will be the hosts. $25. Registration required. 301-6842. Blue Ash.

Holiday - Christmas Merry Christmas Charlie Brown: Open House, 6-9 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, 8400 Blome Road, Music, appetizers and cash bar. Exhibit features 50 Peanuts daily and Sunday comic strips and more than 50 vintage Peanuts-themed seasonal novelties. Free. 891-4227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Karaoke and Open Mic Karaoke, 9 p.m., Tap House Grill, 8740 Montgomery Road, 891-8277. Sycamore Township.

Religious - Community A Short Course in Quakerism, 7-8:30 p.m., Cincinnati Friends Meeting, 8075 Keller Road, Paul Buckley, Quaker author presenting. Ages 16 and up. $5 per session or $45 for all 10 sessions. 207-5353; www.cincinnatifriends.org. Madeira.

Support Groups Codependents Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., The Community of the Good Shepherd, 8815 E. Kemper Road, Room 31. Literature discussion group. Free, donations accepted. 800-0164. Montgomery. Codependents Anonymous, Noon-1 p.m., Blue Ash Presbyterian Church, 4309 Cooper Road, Book discussion group. Open to everyone who desires healthy loving relationships. Donations accepted. 673-0174. Blue Ash. Family Education and Support Group for Addiction and Codependency, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 10345 Montgomery Road, For people who suffer from addiction, their families and friends, to come together in a supportive, confidential support environment. Free. 432-4182; www.lifecoachnow4you.com. Montgomery.

Senior Citizens AARP Driving Course, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sycamore Senior Center, 4455 Carver Woods Drive, Driver safety program continues to revise and update their curriculum. It will address issues regarding age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Graduates of course may qualify for a discount on automobile insurance premiums. $14, $12 members. Registration required. 984-1234; www.sycamoreseniorcenter.org. Blue Ash.

SATURDAY, DEC. 1 Benefits Holiday Party Fundraiser, 5-9 p.m., Oasis Golf Club and Conference Center, 902 LovelandMiamiville Road, WCPO’s Brendan Keefe is keynote speaker. Includes buffet dinner, silent auction, hand-made items for sale and live entertainment from Emerson and Haggerman. Benefits The League for Animal Welfare. $25, $12 children 12 and younger. Reservations required by Nov. 28. 735-2299; www.lfaw.org. Loveland.

Cooking Classes Healthy Cooking Classes, Noon-1:30 p.m., Peachy’s Health Smart, 7400 Montgomery Road, Peachy Seiden discusses nutrition and health while preparing two delicious, simple and easy meals. Ages 18 and up. $30. Registration required. 315-3943; www.peachyshealthsmart.com. Silverton.

Craft Shows

Loveland Arts Council Winter Show, 6-9 p.m., Loveland Art Studios on Main, 529 Main Ave., Showcasing area artists, children’s arts show and silent auction for artist-decorated Christmas trees benefiting CancerFree Kids. Free. Presented by Loveland Arts Council. 6837283; www.lovelandartscouncil.org. Loveland.

Showcase of Arts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., The Barn. Ornaments, jewelry, soaps, ceramics, paper creations, paintings, stained glass and more. Treats, holiday music and shopping. Food truck on site. Benefits The WACC Foundation. Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont. Blue Ash Women’s Club Holiday Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, Handmade crafts from local vendors along with silent auction, raffle and bake sale. More than 55 tables. Benefits Blue Ash Women’s Club. Free admission. 891-4043. Blue Ash.

Dance Classes

Exercise Classes

November Guest Party, 8-10 p.m., Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 9729 Kenwood Road, Complimentary evening of wine, hors-d’oeuvres, group class and dance demonstrations. Free. 791-9100; arthurmurraycincinnati.com. Blue Ash.

Cardio Dance Party, 10-11 a.m., Eric Thomas’ Professional Fitness Academy, $10. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Madisonville.

FRIDAY, NOV. 30 Art Events

Health / Wellness Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, 7319 Montgomery Road, Blood pressure screenings, stress screenings and consultation about your wellness needs. Free. 784-0084. Silverton. Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Red Bank Family Medicine, 4760 Red Bank Road, Fifteen-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for

Health / Wellness Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, Free. 784-0084. Silverton. Pre-Diabetes Class, 9-11 a.m., Jewish Hospital Weight Management Center, 6350 E. Galbraith Road, Information on making healthy food choices, exercise and blood sugar control and monitoring blood sugar levels. $20. 686-6820; www.emercy.com. Kenwood.

Holiday - Christmas Victorian Holiday Village, 6-8:30 p.m., Ohio National Financial Services, One Financial Way, Thousands of lights and child-sized houses decorated with holiday scenes. Free photo with Santa, cookies and hot cocoa. Bring food item (no glass jars) for Freestore Foodbank. Free. 794-6100; facebook.com/ ohionational. Montgomery.

Cooking Classes

6906 Plainfield Road, Second floor. Gathering of people to amuse one another and refine taste and increase knowledge of participants through conversation. $5. 923-1414; www.womenswayohio.org. Silverton.

Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, 8400 Blome Road, Features 50 Peanuts daily and Sunday comic strips and more than 50 vintage Peanutsthemed seasonal novelties. Free. 891-4227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Holiday - Christmas The Living Nativity, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Loveland United Methodist Church, 10975 S. Lebanon Road, Outdoor guided walking tour through stations featuring dramatic presentation, through drama and song, of the story of

Holiday - Christmas Victorian Holiday Village, 6-8:30 p.m., Ohio National Financial Services, Free. 7946100; facebook.com/ohionational. Montgomery.

Senior Citizens Judah Maccabee will be on hand to host the Olive Press Workshop, as Chanukah shopping turns into a family adventure at the Blue Ash Kroger and Harper's Point Kroger. This is a free of charge event that is fun and educational for the entire family from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, at the Blue Ash Kroger, and 3:30 p.m.to 4:30 p.m. at the Harper's Point Kroger. For more information about the Olive Press Workshop or to book a presentation: (513) 793-5200, or RabbiCohen@ChabadBA.com. THANKS TO RABBI BEREL COHEN Jesus’ birth. Tour followed by live animal visits, hot cocoa and cookies inside. Free. 683-1738; www.lovelandumc.org. Loveland. Victorian Holiday Village, 5-8:30 p.m., Ohio National Financial Services, Free. 7946100; facebook.com/ohionational. Montgomery.

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Music - Benefits Intimate Evening with Krista Detor and Arbutus Cunningham, 6-10 p.m., Women Writing for a Change, 6906 Plainfield Road, Detor is compared to Carol King as she writes songs with stories inside then uses her piano to bring them to life. Cunningham is Ethel Merman and Maya Angelou with a laugh that can fill a concert hall. Benefits Women’s Way and WWfac. $15. 923-1414; www.womenswayohio.org. Silverton.

Music - Classical Cincinnati Community Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Saviour United Methodist Church, 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Performing works by Borodin, Bernstein, Elgar, Rossini and Tschaikovsky. Dr. Gerald R. Doan, conductor. Free parking. Free. 791-7815; www.cincinnaticommunityorchestra.org. Montgomery.

Holiday - Christmas The Living Nativity, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Loveland United Methodist Church, Free. 683-1738; www.lovelandumc.org. Loveland.

Music - Choral Home For Christmas, 3-5 p.m., St. Paul Community United Methodist Church, 8221 Miami Road, Concert of wide variety of songs and music styles celebrating Christmas and Readers’ Theater play with songs. Free; donations accepted. 732-0352; www.jubilantsingers.com. Madeira.

Pets Cat Adoptions, Noon-2 p.m., Ohio Alleycat Resource, 8717297; www.ohioalleycat.org. Madisonville.

MONDAY, DEC. 3 Karaoke and Open Mic

Cat Adoptions, 1-3 p.m., Ohio Alleycat Resource, 5619 Orlando Place, Volunteers answer questions about the cats. Presented by Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic. 871-7297; www.ohioalleycat.org. Madisonville.

Acoustic Open Mic, 7-10 p.m., Shady O’Grady’s Pub, 9443 Loveland-Madeira Road, Hosted by Bob Cushing. 791-2753. Symmes Township.

Defining the Apostolic, 8:30 a.m., Embassy Suites Blue Ash, $25. Registration required. 301-6842. Blue Ash.

SUNDAY, DEC. 2 Craft Shows Showcase of Arts, Noon-4 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Education The Holocaust, Witness History and Understanding Suffering, 10 a.m., Isaac M. Wise Temple, 8329 Ridge Road, Imam Mohamed Magid explores importance of Holocaust education among Muslim communities and shares his personal reflections of visiting Auschwitz. Free. 487-3055; www.holocaustandhumanity.org. Amberley Village.

Exercise Classes Yoga Class, 2-3:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Move, meditate and deepen your inner holiday sparkle. With Becky Morrissey. Bring yoga mat. Family friendly. Free. Reservations required. 9850900. Montgomery.

Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, Free. 8914227; www.green-acres.org.

SATURDAY, DEC. 8 Art & Craft Classes

Indian Hill.

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Partnership in Motion: A Renaissance in Aging, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Explores partnership as approach to creating vitality, satisfaction and workability in aging. Empowers participants to develop an action plan around quality of life, purpose, balance, decisionmaking and death and dying choices. Ages 21 and up. $15/$65 for CEUs. Registration required. 772-9222; www.vistalynk.com. Montgomery.

es, 4-6 p.m., Peachy’s Health Smart, 7400 Montgomery Road, Peachy Seiden, registered dietitian and nutrition science instructor, teaches children to be more health conscious by encouraging them to make healthy food choices and teaching them how to prepare and cook nutrient-dense meals. Ages 11-14. $40. Registration required. 315-3943; www.peachyshealthsmart.com. Silverton.

THURSDAY, DEC. 6 Art Exhibits Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Exercise Classes Cardio Dance Party, 6-7 p.m., Eric Thomas’ Professional Fitness Academy, $10. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Madisonville.

Holiday - Christmas

TUESDAY, DEC. 4

Victorian Holiday Village, 6-8:30 p.m., Ohio National Financial Services, Free. 7946100; facebook.com/ohionational. Montgomery.

Art Exhibits

Karaoke and Open Mic

Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., The Barn Gallery. Colored pencil art. Free. 2723700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Karaoke, 9 p.m., Tap House Grill, 891-8277. Sycamore Township.

Farmers Market Loveland Farmers Market, 4-6 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 101 S. Lebanon Road, Presented by Loveland Farmers’ Market. Through April 16. 683-0491; www.lovelandfm.com. Loveland.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 5 Art & Craft Classes Portrait Painting and Drawing Class, 1-4 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., Deborah discusses, with weekly demonstrations and one-on-one instruction, how to achieve spontaneity, character and life in your figure painting. $80 per month. Reservations required. 259-9302; deborahridgley.com. Mariemont.

Art Exhibits Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Cooking Classes Kid’s Healthy Cooking Class-

Support Groups Codependents Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., The Community of the Good Shepherd, Free, donations accepted. 800-0164. Montgomery. Codependents Anonymous, Noon-1 p.m., Blue Ash Presbyterian Church, Donations accepted. 673-0174. Blue Ash. Family Education and Support Group for Addiction and Codependency, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Free. 432-4182; www.lifecoachnow4you.com. Montgomery.

FRIDAY, DEC. 7 Art Exhibits Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Art Openings Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 6-9 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., The Barn Gallery. Colored pencil art. Exhibit continues through Dec. 21. Ages 18 and up. Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Clubs & Organizations Friday Night Salon, 6:30-9 p.m., Women Writing for a Change,

Parent and Child Class: Snowglobes and Ornaments, 10 a.m.-noon, Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., The Barn Tack Room. Each person will create snow globe and ornament; all materials provided. $25 per family. Registration required. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Cooking Classes Healthy Cooking Classes, Noon-1:30 p.m., Peachy’s Health Smart, $30. Registration required. 315-3943; www.peachyshealthsmart.com. Silverton.

Craft Shows MARIELDERS Senior Center Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Mariemont Elementary School, 6750 Wooster Pike, Free admission. 271-5588; marieldersseniorcenter@yahoo.com. Mariemont.

Exercise Classes Cardio Dance Party, 10-11 a.m., Eric Thomas’ Professional Fitness Academy, $10. 617-9498; www.cardiodanceparty.com. Madisonville.

Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, Free. 8914227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Pets Cat Adoptions, 1-3 p.m., Ohio Alleycat Resource, 871-7297; www.ohioalleycat.org. Madisonville.

SUNDAY, DEC. 9 Art Exhibits Colored Pencil Society of America Dist. 119 Exhibit, 1-4 p.m., Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, Free. 272-3700; www.artatthebarn.org. Mariemont.

Exercise Classes Yoga Class, 2-3:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, Free. Reservations required. 985-0900. Montgomery.

Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, Free. 8914227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Pets Cat Adoptions, Noon-2 p.m., Ohio Alleycat Resource, 8717297; www.ohioalleycat.org. Madisonville.

MONDAY, DEC. 10 Karaoke and Open Mic Acoustic Open Mic, 7-10 p.m., Shady O’Grady’s Pub, 791-2753. Symmes Township.

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Easy slow cooker pork roast recipe, plus some gift ideas from the kitchen Though we won’t turn on the lights for our outdoor trees until the first of December, we did get the trees decorated with the lights since the weather has been so mild. The weather is supposed to change due to some front moving in, so this cranberry pork Rita roast will Heikenfeld be the perfect warmRITA’S KITCHEN ing supper. And as I’ve mentioned before, take advantage of sales for items like chocolate chips, nuts, etc. The chips last just about forever at room temperature. Even if they “bloom” or turn a bit gray on the surface, that’s just the cocoa butter surfacing, so when you use them in cooking, they will return to their original sheen.

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Reader Caroline Quinter sent this recipe in. She said: “A dear friend made this for my family while I was on bed rest during our first pregnancy. It is very easy, tastes amazing and looks as though you slaved over it. The whole loin is key to the tenderness of this dish.” Since my daughter-in-law Courtney is looking for easy slow cooker recipes, I tested this out and it was so good. The only thing I did extra was to thicken the sauce to make a gravy. The cranberry gives the gravy a sweet/tart taste. Here’s my adaptation. 21⁄2- to 3-pound pork loin roast (I used 21⁄2 pounds)

a plate and refrigerate until cool and slightly firm. It should not be runny or hard. If it is runny, cook a little longer. If it’s hard, add more water. Pour into clean, hot jars. Seal and store in refrigerator up to a year. Makes 3-4 pints.

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Stir sugar and water together over low heat until sugar dissolves. Add cream and bring to a boil. Take off heat, add chocolate and whisk until smooth. Stir in extract and nuts. Cool and refrigerate up to three weeks. Warm sauce to serve, or use as a spread on scones, etc.

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RELIGION Ascension Lutheran Church

Ascension’s community food drive for NEEDS emergency service gathered 300 food items for the NEEDS food pantry. The congregation donated 115 health kits and 20 pounds of soap for Lutheran World Relief. The women’s weekly Bible study participants are reading “Unfailing Love, Growing Closer to Jesus Christ.” Guests are welcome. The women meet on Thursday mornings at 9:30 except the second Thursday of the month when they join the women’s Wheel of Friendship monthly gathering. Worship services are at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation and Adult Forum are at 9:45 a.m. The community is invited to participate in the activities and worship services. Ascension is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288.

Bethel Baptist Temple

The church Christmas Nativity drive-thru is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, in the church parking lot. This live Nativity event coincides with the Sycamore Township Luminaria event at Bechtold Park. Sunday School is 10 a.m.; Sunday worship is 11 a.m. The church

offers AWANA children’s Bible clubs during the school year on Wednesdays for children ages 2 through sixth grade. The program is currently on Christmas break, but returns after the start of the new year. Call the church for information. The church is at 8501 Plainfield Road, Sycamore Township.

Blue Ash Presbyterian Church

To welcome in the holiday season, “It’s a Family Affair Advent Workshop” will be noon to 2 p.m. Dec. 2. The workshop includes lunch, decorating the outdoor Christmas tree, creating holiday cards and decorating the church for Advent and Christmas. Cost is $2/person. Please RSVP at bacp@fuse.net or call the church office at 791-1153. The Annual Middlers Holiday Party and Progressive Dinner will be 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8. The tradition of this event is that everyone brings a food to share for one of the stops.To participate in the gift exchange, please bring a gag gift or a gift. Contact the church office (791-1153) for more information. The Hugs/Mitten Tree will be Dec. 9. Please bring donations of mittens, scarves and socks. These will be used to decorate

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The church offers worship services on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Sundays. Samaritan Closet hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Samaritan Closet offers clothing and food to people with demonstrated needs. Bread from Panera is available on Thursdays and Saturdays. The Samaritan Closet is next to the church. The church is at 7388 E. Kemper Road, Sycamore Township; 489-7021.

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The church building is the home of four different ministries. Church By the Woods is a multicultural and multiethnic church whose mission is to love and serve God, each other and our neighbors. Sunday worship service is traditional in English and begins at 10 a.m. From 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, classes in English as a Second Language are offered for ages

Sat. Contemporary: 5:00 p.m. Sun. Contemporary: 9:00 a.m. Sun. Traditional: 10:30 a.m.

14 to 94. Taiwanese Presbyterian Ministry has Sunday traditional worship at 2 p.m. in their language of Taiwanese. On Saturdays they offer a ministry on the UC campus. Freedom Church has its contemporary worship service at 10:30 a.m. in English. “It’s not about Religion; it’s about relationships;” tinyurl.com/a7yroqe. Seventh Day Adventist Church, has worship on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in Spanish. “Loving, Caring, Sharing God’s Word” Nursery School is provided at each church’s worship services. Bible studies are offered by all churches. The church is at 3755 Cornell Road, Sharonville.

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

Cookies and Santa is 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 1. No registration is necessary. Advent Vespers is 5 p.m. Dec. 9. This is a service of music in preparation for the Adventseason. The event is free. A drive-through Nativity is 5:30 p.m.to 9 p.m. Dec. 16. Enjoy 10 live scenes and live animals. The event is free, and is the church’s Christmas gift to the community. Call the church for more information. Weekday Children’s Activities – Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.). Afternoon session is available on Tuesday. Register on-line at www.cos-umc.org. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242; 791-3142.

Community Lighthouse Church of God

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Hartzell United Methodist Church

Hartzell dedicated “Nic’s Room” (the youth room) Sunday, Oct. 28. The church presents “The Glory of the King” in three professionally-produced performances at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7; 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, and 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9. A 16-piece orchestra, 25-member choir and a professional cast of actors will perform. It’s the story of stories... an ageless telling of the greatest story ever told: the birth of Jesus. The performance includes song, dance and pageantry staged in a large professional production. The program is directed by Zahery D. Riggins. Tickets are $6 for adults, $4 for ages 6 and under. Visit the Facebook page: “Hartzell United Methodist Church presents “The Glory of the King.” Contact Pat Burchett at 891-9823, or at 2012humcgloryofthekingtickets@gmail.com for tickets or more information. The church is at 8999 Applewood Drive, Blue Ash; 8918527.

Lighthouse Baptist Church

Sunday school is at 10 a.m. Sunday morning service is 11 a.m. Sunday evening service is 6 p.m. Wednesday service is 7 p.m. Master Clubs are 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The church uses the King James Bible, sings traditional hymns and conservative music. Sunday School classes are available for all ages. A well-staffed nursery is provided for each service. The church is meeting at Raffel’s Blue Ash Banquet Center, 11330 Williamson Road, Blue Ash; 709-3344.

Northern Hills Synagogue

Northern Hills Synagogue’s Sisterhood Gift Shop will have a special Hanukkah Fair through Sunday, Dec. 2, featuring for sale a fine selection of Judaica and other gifts.Items include menorahs, decorations, dreidels, games, candy, serving pieces, cookbooks and much more, with complimentary gift wrapping. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday and Sunday; and by appointment by calling 931-6038. The synagogue is at 5714 Fields Ertel Road; 931-6038. Rockdale Sisterhood Gift Shop

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The church has Roman Catholic Mass with contemporary music Sundays at 4 p.m. The Mass draws worshipers of all ages. Come early to get acquainted with the new songs which begin at 3:45 p.m. Stay after Mass on the first Sunday of each month for food, fun, and fellowship. The church is at 8815 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 503-4262.

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Saint Vincent Ferrer is a K-8 school offering academic excellence in a faith-based environment. We are blessed with a talented, dedicated and highly qualified staff that utilizes our excellent facility to help all of our students grow spiritually, academically and emotionally. Curriculum includes: Music, Art, Physical Education, computer, French and numerous field trips. Extra-curricular opportunities include: athletics, student government, Electives, drama, school newspaper, and student television. Enrichment based Extended Day program and financial aid available.

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has expanded to include a greater selection of Judaica with many unique pieces. As part of the expansion, the gift shop is launching a Judaica of the Month opportunity, a hand-picked selection that will be available by special order for that month. If you are interested in receiving Judaica of the Month notifications, please email RockdaleGiftShop@gmail.com. The Judaica in stock will allow immediate availability of unusual pieces as well as special orders for those giving gifts and/or adding to collections. The Safed candles, hand dipped in the ancient city of Tzfat, Israel, are available in a wide array of colors and designs. Rockdale Gift Shop will also be expanding its hour and will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 4 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays, and 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Sundays. Contact Rockdale Temple at 891-9900 to arrange appointments at other times. The expansion of inventory at the Gift Shop is an ongoing project and available year round. The initial offering from the Judaica of the Month will be in December so sign up now. Rockdale Temple is located at 8501 Ridge Road, Amberley Village, 45236; 891-9900.

St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Permanent change in service hours: 8 a.m. – spoken Holy Eucharist; 10 a.m. – Eucharist with music. St. Barnabas Choir rehearsals are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, There is no requirement other than a willing heart and a desire to serve. Come and make a joyful noise. The St. Barnabas Youth Choir rehearses after the 10 a.m. service on Sunday. Children in second-grade and older are invited to come and sing. Calling all acolytes. If you are fourth-grade or older, please call or email the church office to help serve during the services. An Intercessory Healing Prayer Service is held the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. The Order of St. Luke, Hands of Hope chapter, meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:15 p.m. in the library. A Men’s Breakfast group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Steak N Shake in Montgomery. Ladies Fellowship/Religious Study Group meets on Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m. at the church. The group is currently discussing “Desire of the Everlasting Hills” by Thomas Cahill. Friends in Fellowship meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:15 p.m. for a potluck dinner at the church. Ladies Bridge meets the first and third Thursdays of the month. Contact the church office for further information. A Bereavement Support Group for widows and widowers meets the second and fourth Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The church is at 10345 Montgomery Road, Montgomery; 984-8401.

Sycamore Christian Church

Sunday worship and junior worship services at 10:30 a.m. Sunday Bible study for all ages at 9 a.m. Adult and Youth Bible studies each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Women’s Study Group at 6:30 p.m. every second Wednesday of the month. Includes light refreshments and special ladies study. The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Cincinnati; 891-7891.

Sycamore Presbyterian Church

Join in worship at 8:45 a.m., 9:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for age 3 to grade 12 meets at 10:45 a.m. Childcare is available in the nursery during the 9:45 a.m. and 10:45 services for infants through age 2. Weekly adult study opportunities are also offered. The church is at 11800 MasonMontgomery Road, Symmes Township; 683-0254.

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Charley Harper prints at Montgomery gallery

A portfolio of prints by Charley Harper. PROVIDED Gallery. That portfolio, packaged in the olive green which was very in vogue then, cost a pittance of the several thousand dollars it commands today – if you can even locate an intact set.” The giclées in the “Animal Kingdom” portfolio have been carefully chosen from the hundreds in the new book by the same title. Two of them, “Purrfectly Perched,” which portrays a house cat poised to catch a bird, and “Evening Grosbeaks,” a tandem of the attractive yellow and black birds on a fence post, are verticals with a complementary color palette. The other two prints, “ThinkPink,” a pæan to flamingos, and “Strollin’ and Patrollin,’” a magical

summery beach scene of sanderlings, are horizontals suitable to be displayed together. Two are from private collections. All four prints are 18by-21 inches and printed on bright white archival fine art paper. They are presented inside a custom-designed folder featuring a wraparound element from the covers of the Golden Press outof-print textbook, “The Animal Kingdom,” itself from 1968. The folder is a luxurious duplex, white on the outside and deep blue on the interior. In addition to the prints, each folder contains separate text cards describing the individual images, an artist biography and a certificate of authenticity from the studio.

Montgomery author featured at Books by the Banks event Montgomery author Diana R. Jenkins participated in Books By the Banks Oct. 20 at the Cincinnati Convention Center. Jenkins is the auJenkins thor of hundreds of magazine stories, articles, comic strips, plays and books for kids and teens. Her featured book at the festival will be “Saints of Note - The Comic Collection.” This comic collection takes children along with time-travelers Paul and Cecilia as they journey to the past and meet saints

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"Hammerhead," by Charley Harper PROVIDED The “Animal Kingdom” portfolio of prints is limited to an edition of four 500 estate signed, stamped, and numbered giclées priced at $495 plus an edition of 50 artist's proofs priced at $595. If sold singly, the prints are $150 each, and the numbers are not first-come, first-served. The companion 273-page Animal Kingdom book is the second major coffee table book produced by Todd Oldham about Harper. It retails for $100, but will be given as a complimentary gift to those purchasing the print collection Dec. 1 only. For more information, call (513) 489-8862.

from around the world and throughout history. Their exciting adventures bring the saints to life and make them meaningful for children today. Besides the comics, Saints of Note also includes useful and interesting information about the saints such biogra-

parking garage to the Village, and balloon artist elves. The Village will remain lit throughout December, but the refreshments, photos and entertainment will only be provided during the four nights above. While admission to the event is free, all guests are asked to bring a nonperishable food item (no glass containers, please), which will be donated to the Freestore Foodbank. Ohio National’s Victorian Holiday Village will be open rain or shine. Please note that due to the outdoor terrain and gravel path, the Village is not handicapped accessible. On-site covered parking for 800 vehicles is available. Ohio National is at the southeast corner of the Pfeiffer Road (Exit 15) and I-71 interchange.

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Back for its 11th year, Ohio National’s Victorian Holiday Village is a holiday tradition for Greater Cincinnati families. The Village is open: Friday, Nov. 30, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 1, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Thursday, Dec. 6 , 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Friday, Dec. 7, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Returning this year is the Century House. A miniature scale replica of a Habitat for Humanity home, this Victorian Holiday Village home celebrates Ohio National’s 100th anniversary commitment to build 10 new Habitat for Humanity homes in the Cincinnati community over the next five years. Back by popular demand will be the ONtime Express, a miniature train that takes guests from the

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Fabulous Frames & Art Gallery, the largest Charley Harper dealer, will host a holiday open house from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, at the gallery, 10817 Montgomery Road, Says Fabulous Frames owner Ken Carl, “Four never before published prints from the newly released 'Animal Kingdom' collection will be available for purchase. The prints are being released in conjunction with a lavish new coffee table book by Todd Oldham titled ‘Charley Harper’s Animal Kingdom.’ Everyone purchasing the new 'Animal Kingdom' print collection at our holiday open house will also receive complimentary copy of Oldham’s companion coffee table book, which retails for $100. Additionally, anyone purchasing a print that day will also receive a newly-released Harper lithograph. 'Hammerhead,' a $35 value, with our compliments.” Brett Harper, studio director and son of the late Charley Harper, said, “This is a big moment for us and the Harper collector. Over 45 years ago a set of four prints came out when my father joined the national publisher Frame House

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Montgomery Woman’s Club celebrates 60 years

“Celebrating 60 Years of Making a Difference in Our Community,” is the theme of Karen Vanover, who is the newly elected president of Montgomery Woman’s Club. Vanover is a long-time member of the club and

has served in many positions as an officer and chairman of some of its community service programs thoughout her years. When Vanover tapped the gavel Sept. 6, the first meeting of Montgomery

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Woman’s Club for the 2012-2013 session was opened and her plans for the year were stated. In a letter to all members, Vanover wrote, “This year we will be celebrating. We will celebrate our members. We’ll celebrate our accomplishments, past and present and future. We will celebrate our traditions and create new ones.” For more than 60 years Montgomery Woman’s Club have been involved in many community service programs, including arts, conservation, education, home life, international outreach programs and public issues. The Town Hall Lecture Series, sponsored by Montgomery Woman’s Club, originally had as its goal to bring distinguished speakers in various fields of interest to educate, entertain and enlighten their audience. They still have these goals, but in addition proceeds now are used for scholarships and other educational projects to benefit those living in the Sycamore School District. Montgomery Woman’s Club gives not only to those living in the Mont-

Montgomery Woman's Club Parliamentarian Laura Harmon, left, watches as new President Karen Vanover assumes the gavel. THANKS TO NANCY ROLFERT gomery area but to a wide range of services, including monies and other projects for organizations in need of services, such as churches in Northside, the Cincinnati Fire Museum, interfaith networks, emergency food services, hospice and libraries, to name just a few. When Montgomery Woman’s Club was orga-

nized in 1952, it also joined in membership with the General Federation of Women’s Club and as members of the Ohio Federation of Women’s Club and is part of the Southwest District of the Ohio Federations. Many of its projects are Federation projects this year focusing on domestic violence awareness. Montgomery Woman’s

Club is open to all women whether they live in Montgomery or outside the area. Many club women live in West Chester Township, Mason, Loveland, College Hill and Northern Kentucky. Anyone interested in joining or just finding out more about Montgomery Woman’s Club can call voice mail at (513) 8521091.

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Girl Scouts kick off another year with s’mores fest More than 100 Girl Scouts in the Sycamore Service Unit celebrated the start of another exciting year with the annual S’mores Fest Celebration at Camp Butterworth Sept. 28. Girls had fun participating in girl led activities including games, making duct tape sit upons and of course, making s’mores and singing by the campfire. New to the event this year was the option to spend the night at camp. Eight troops took advan-

tage of this opportunity and enjoyed a community breakfast together the next morning as well as enjoyed hiking, pilates, and learning about the history of the campground as well as how to make several types of knots. The event, organized and run by Elizabeth Potter, Cherie Potter and Inger Sonntag, was a huge success and the Scouts look forward to a fun filled year of activities, teamwork, community service and girlpower.

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POLICE REPORTS BLUE ASH Arrests/citations Ricky Lee Lewis, 19, 4034 Montgomery Road, criminal damaging/endangering, menacing, asault (knowingly harm) at 9628 Cooper Lane, Nov. 1. Justin T. Kellums, 28, 4243 Clifford Road, possession of drug paraphernalia, misdemeanor warrant, drug possession possessing drug abuse instruments, misdemeanor warrant at 10607 Reed Hartman Highway, Nov. 9. Christopher T. Trost, 25, 6402 Montgomery Road Apartment 5, drug possession at 10607 Reed Hartman Highway, Dec. 23. Troy L Gerth, 28, 584 Lakefront, misdemeanor warrant, traffic warrant at Montgomery Road and Cooper Road, Nov. 11. Keisha D. Latham, 25, 584 Lakefront, possession or use of a controlled substance at Montgomery Road and Cooper Road, Nov. 11. Larry J. Evans, 60, 2636 Park Ave. Apartment 1, misdemeanor warrant, petty theft at 9215 Plainfield Road, Nov. 14. Angela M. Stites, 38, 4518 Allison, petty theft at 4300 Glendale-Milford Road, Nov. 15. Juvenile, 17, drug possession at 8999 Applewood Drive, Nov. 17. Chad M. Carroll, 18, 6722 Eldorado Court, possession or use of a controlled substance, drug paraphernalia at Woodlea and Glendale-Milford Road, Nov. 19.

Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering A woman said someone took $100 from Performance Alignment Co. at 11551 Grooms Road, Nov. 7. Burglary A woman said someone took a MacBook laptopo, value $2,000; a Wacom Bamboo graphic design tablet, value $100; $50 cash, and an iMac desltop computer with 27-inch monitor, value $2,000 at 4191 Fox Hollow Drive, Nov. 7. Criminal damaging/endangering A man said someone damaged a double pane window, $200 damage, and a Chevrolet S10, $100 damage at 4680 Cooper Road, Nov. 19. Criminal mischief A woman said someone broke the rear window on a vehicle, $150 damage at 9226 Deercross Parkway, Nov. 6. Report of three cars damaged at 9712 Ridgeway Ave., Nov. 17. Criminal trespass At 4464 Leslie Ave., Nov. 7. Disorderly conduct At 10415 Kenwood Road, Nov. 14. Forgery At 10830 Millington Court, Nov. 13. At 11094 Deerfield Road, Nov. 14. Petty theft A man said someone took a tablet computer, value $270, from Holiday Inn Express at 4660 Creek Road, Nov. 8. A man said someone took $10 in loose change and two necklaces with silver vial pendant, value $40 at 9005 Kenwood Road, Nov. 6. Someone took $100 worth of Gain and Tide from Kroger at 4100 Hunt Road, Nov. 14. Theft A man said someone broke a driver's side window, $100 damage, and took a Stanley Fatmax toolbox and tools, value $1,200; a drill bit box and bits, value $70; a subwoofer box with two 12-inch subs, value $400; a Sony Xplode speaker amp, value $200; a Brand X stereo/DVD touchscreen, value $121, and a Tom Tom XL, value $100 at 3813 Fox Run Drive, Nov. 6. A man said someone took a rear license plate, PGE2794, value $25 at 10852 Kenwood Road, Nov. 9. Someone took $1,740 from Subway at 5001 Cornell Road, Nov. 15. Theft, criminal damaging/endangering At 5200 Aldine Drive, Nov. 7. Theft of drugs A man said someone took $20 worth of drugs and narcotics at 11435 Reed Hartman Highway apartment 220, Nov. 17.

MONTGOMERY Arrests/citations

Michelle R. Sechrist, 44, 208 Woodlant Court, driving while under the influence at 10315 Birkemeyer Drive, Nov. 18. Kyle A. Grable, 24, 417 Brandon Drive, driving while under the influence at 10100 Montgomery Road, Nov. 18. Victor Grimaldo, 24, 5269 Camelot Drive H, driving while under the influence at 10748 Montgomery Road, Nov. 17. Cleophus L. Evans, 47, 2160 Fulton Ave., drug abuse at Northbound Interstate 71, Nov. 9. Juvenile, 16, criminal damaging at Lakewater lane, Nov. 9. Juvenile, 17, criminal damaging at Lakewater Lane, Nov. 9. Juvenile, 17, criminal damaging at 10150 Montgomery Road, Nov. 9. Juvenile, 16, criminal damaging at Lakewater Lane, Nov. 9. Juvenile, 16, criminal damaging at 10150 Montgomery Road, Nov. 10. Juvenile, 17, criminal damaging at 10150 Montgomery Road, Nov. 10. Keenah M. Wheeler, 33, 3118 Werk Road, open container at 9390 Montgomery Road, Nov. 9. Keith M. Thomas, 20, 4313 E. Galbraith Road, offenses involving underage person at Montgomery Road, Nov. 10. John R. Baker, 21, 6501 Stewart Road A4, possession of drugs, drug paraphernalia at Main Street, Nov. 6. Teneisha S. Franklin, 32, 882 Vidourek Drive, driving while under the influence, possession of drugs at Westbound Interstate 275, Nov. 5.

Incidents/investigations Aggravated arson Someone started fires in two restrooms at Community of the Good Shepherd, $140 damage at 8815 E. Kemper Road, Nov. 6. Animal incident Report of an injured deer at 9655 Zig Zag Road, Nov. 7.

ABOUT POLICE REPORTS The Community Press 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: » Blue Ash, Chief Chris Wallace, 745-8573 » Montgomery, Chief Don Simpson, 985-1600 » Symmes Township, Lt. Tom Butler, 774-6351 or 683-3444 Assault At 10500 Montgomery Road, Nov. 7. Criminal damaging Someone damaged a street sign/stop sign, $500 damage, at Stonemeadow Drive and Zig Zag Road at 9988 Zig Zag Road, Nov. 6. Forgery At 9759 Bunker Hill Lane, Nov. 17. Identity fraud At 10500 Montgomery Road, Nov. 13. Lost/found property A Taurus Tracker seven-shot .357. magnum revolver was found in the road at 10618 Weil Road, Nov. 17. Passing bad checks At 9501 Montgomery Road, Nov. 15. Recovered stolen vehicle At 9678 Montgomery Road, Nov. 16. At 9678 Montgomery Road, Nov. 16. Theft A man said someone took a rear license plate, Georgia PDC9550, value $200, from a vehicle at 7894 Shelldale Way, Nov. 20. A woman said someone took a 14-karat wedding ring, value $5,000 at 8623 Wellsley Court, Nov. 16. A woman said someone took a handicapped parking placard at 9939 Montgomery Road, Nov. 5. Someone took 30 metal studs, value $2,000, and an angle iron, value $1,000, belonging to Queen City Drywall at 9307

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Montgomery Road, Nov. 5. Vandalism Someone damaged a bronze overlay fiberglas statue of St. Francis, $900 damage, at Community of the Good Shepherd at 8815 E. Kemper Road, Nov. 14.

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP ARRESTS/CITATIONS

Steven Devonish, 43, 2324 Madison Road, theft at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 3. Charles Murray, 21, 1412 Oder Drive, disorderly conduct at I275, Nov. 9. Juvenile female, 17, theft at 7875 Kenwood, Aug. 7. Janay Abolo, 18, 3966 Standish

Ave., theft at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 28. Juvenile female, 14, theft at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 28. Juvenile male, 14, theft at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 27. Cory Leever, 21, 3932 Grove Ave., disorderly conduct at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 2. Ryan Boykin, 21, 526 Old 74, receiving stolen property at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 2. Juvenile female, 17, theft, criminal tools at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 7. Christin Assi, 22, 1011 Four Seasons, disorderly conduct at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 8. Kiara Maxberry, 23, 63 Towne Commons Way, theft at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 10. Juvenile female, 15, underage consumption at 7500 Ohio, Nov. 9. Gage Sherman, 21, 2445 Schon Drive, criminal damaging at 8363 Wexford, Nov. 12.

Unknown currency and merchandise removed at 7796 Montgomery Road, Nov. 3. Burglary Residence entered and computer, cabinets of unknown value removed at 8140 Walcot, Nov. 12. Residence entered and currency and lock boxes of unknown value removed at 4129 Trebor Drive, Nov. 12. Criminal damaging TVs of unknown value removed at 12038 Seventh Ave., Nov. 6.

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ABOUT REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate. Murphy Land Holdings LLC to Kuhnell Matt; $249,000. 7795 Jolain Drive: Robert Lucke Homes Inc to Callif Robert C.; $687,963. 7912 Remington Road: Montgomery Hill Estates LLC to Geisler Jay; $75,000. 8144 Traverse Court: Bartel Carol E. & Leonard to Terlinchamp Miriam; $310,000. 9039 Winthrop Drive: Leung

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DEATHS Randy Keeton

Randy Keeton, 53, of Blue Ash died Nov. 16. Survived by wife, Margarita Bahri-Keeton; children Gabirose, Carmen Elizabeth, Grace and Caroline Keeton; father, Bob Keeton; siblings Linda (Paul) Burke and Ron Keeton; mother-in-law, Carmen Jovet; sisters-and-brothers-in-law Daled (Nelson) Serrano, Jose (Cynthia) Bahri and Jorge (Yadira) Bahri; and nieces and

nephews Jenna, Christie, Nelson, Daled, Maria, Jose, Miguel, Alejandra, Sofia and Jacob. Preceded in death by mother, Sally Keeton. Services were Nov. 21 at All Saints Catholic Church, Montgomery. Memorials to: the American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

Edna Raye Presnell, 86, died Nov. 13. Survived by husband of 66 years, Samuel Presnell; children Linda Lakes, Carole Sand and Sam Presnell; grandchildren Angie, Mark, Steve, Jeff, Valerie, Gary, Beau and Megan; 11 great-grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Services were Nov. 19 at Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home, Evendale.

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POLICE Continued from Page B7 Sugar poured in gas tank at 7951 Festive Court, Nov. 11. Identity theft Victim reported at 10863 Lake Thames, Nov. 2. Victim reported at 3294 Millview Drive, Oct. 29. Theft Sign valued at $100 removed at 6475 E. Galbraith Road, Nov. 7. Camera of unknown value removed at 5900 E. Galbraith Road, Nov. 4. iPod, wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 7544 Kirtley Drive, Nov. 5. Wallet and contents of unknown value removed at 7800 Montgomery Road, Nov. 3. $300 in clothing removed at 7875 Montgomery Road, Nov. 3. Medication of unknown value removed at 8740 Montgomery Road, Nov. 2. Checks valued at $700 removed at 8460 Blue Ash Road, Oct. 24. Laptop and TV of unknown value removed at 11995 Sixth Ave., Oct. 31. Victim reported at 4458 Crystal Ave., Nov. 7. License plate removed from vehicle at 8939 Applewood Drive, Nov. 8. Credit cards and cash removed from vehicle at 799 Montgomery Road, Nov. 9.theft Credit card of unknown value removed at 8127 Montgomery Road, Nov. 9. Credit cards of unknown value removed at 8115 Montgomery

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Criminal damaging Vehicle damaged at 9168 Dominon Circle, Nov. 1. Receiving stolen property Victim reported at 11688 Mosine Drive, Oct. 21. Theft Medication of unknown value removed at 4406 E. Galbraith, Oct. 10. Purse and contents of unknown value removed at 11410 Tewilligers Valley Lane, Oct. 18. Refrigerators of unknown value removed at 10900 LovelandMadeira Road, Oct. 23. $10 removed from vehicle at 8803 Appleseed Drive, Oct. 18. Currency and jewelry valued at $3,700 removed at 10014 Morgans Trace, Oct. 18. Vehicle entered and credit cards removed at 11251 Montgomery Road, Oct. 16. Reported at 11339 Montgomery Road, Oct. 25. Pistol valued at $300 removed at 11999 Timberlake Drive, Oct. 28. Purse of unknown value removed at 9801 Misty Morn Lane, Oct. 28. Vehicle removed at 8900 Ohio 126, Oct. 28. Campaign signs removed at 10390 Stablehand, Oct. 28. Credit card removed at 9207 Gourmet, Oct. 18.$156 removed at 9201 Fields Ertel, Nov. 3. Phone and wallet of unknown value removed at 11398 Terwilligers Valley Drive, Nov. 5. Merchandise valued at $100 removed at 9201 Fields Ertel Road, Nov. 8. Gold and currency valued at $75,500 removed at 11311 U.S. 22, Nov. 10.

SYMMES TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations Jacque Sexton, 22, 100 Fairways, theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Road, Oct. 26. Peter Monger, 24, 142 Hunting Fields Lane, criminal damaging at 12193 Brisben, Oct. 21. Cynda Parkinson, 29, 9973 Sky Ridge, theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Road, Oct. 19. Angela Sturgill, 39, 12108 Sixth Ave., theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Road, Oct. 30. Jennifer Ferguson, 39, 920 Bishop Ave., theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Road, Oct. 30. Carolyn Stone, 32, 8471 Wexford Ave., theft at 8471 Wexford Ave., Nov. 14.

Incidents/investigations Aggravated burglary Victim threatened and purse and wallet of unknown value removed at 11769 Enyart Road, Nov. 6. Breaking and entering Business entered and $400 removed at 12105 Montgomery Road, Oct. 21. Burglary Residence entered and TV valued at $1,300 removed at 8710 Remington Road, Oct. 26. Burglary Residence entered and camera valued at $600 removed at 4854 MistyMorn, Nov. 7.

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