Creative Living Kentucky June 2010

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Editor’s note It’s the season of the great outdoors.

What can be more relaxing than some time outside at the park or in the yard?

What better way to enjoy that time than catch up on local happenings and great deals?

Don’t forget to take your Creative Living out with you. This issue, take a glance at all the great local businesses and what they have to offer to keep you happy, healthy and whole throughout the entire summer.

Contact Creative Living is a monthly advertising-sponsored magazine published by the Specialty Publications Department of The Community Press/The Community Recorder.

Questions and comments can be sent to Editor Melissa Hayden c/o The Community Press/394 Wards Corner/Loveland, OH 45140 or e-mail mhayden@communitypress.com.

Topics Business 3 Local Goods • Services Home 4 At Decor • Repairs

8 Health & Fitness Mind • Body • Spirit

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Banasch’s Fabrics celebrates its 100th year of business Banasch’s Fabrics opened its doors in 1910, selling fine fabrics to tailors, seamstresses, and designers. One-hundred years later they are still providing those fine fabrics to high-end designers, University of Cincinnati DAAP students, and “do it yourselfer.”

The store is separated into 3 departments.

The Bridal Department, which has elegant dress fabrics and lace for weddings and special occasions. They also have a full line of bridal accessories, including veils and accent trimmings. The Home Décor Department has upholstery and drapery fabric as well as an assortment of decorative trim. And the Fashion

Banasch’s Fabrics has recently moved from Rookwood to the front portion of the main Banasch warehouse on Red Bank Road in Fairfax. By consolidating the two businesses Banasch’s not only

be saves money on rent and takes advantage of some other economies of scale, it was able to provide its customers a one-stop shop experience.

Before, the primary “walk in” warehouse customers were tailors and seamstresses.

Now anyone who is shopping in the fabric store has access to the warehouse and wholesale pricing.

Even though the fabric store Fabrics Department has a variety of fine is still under construction and not comwools and silks to make high-end appar- pletely remodeled, Cincinnati customers el, as well as printed cotton fabric for really seem to enjoy the new location dresses, purses and quilting. You can and taking advantage of the wholesale also find a wide assortment of ribbons, pricing on sewing notions. buttons and everyday sewing notions.

Banasch’s Fabrics provide fine fabrics to high-end designers, University of Cincinnati DAAP students, and “do it yourselfers.”

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Fine wine, good times StoneBrook Winery is a small farm family winery located in Camp Springs, Ky., just 20 minutes south of Cincinnati.

StoneBrook offers magnificent vineyard views, a renovated 120-year-old farm house converted into a cozy wine tasting room, old country charm and a little bit of history.

StoneBrook vints a variety of wines including the Estate bottled Vidal Blanc, Estate, Cabernet Franc and Domain wines as well as a wide variety of other fabulous, awardwinning grape and fruit wines.

The tasting room is open on Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. For $5 you are able to taste five palette pleasing grape or fruit wines.

Tours through the award-winning vineyards

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and carriage rides are also available by appointment, weather permitting.

StoneBrook also offers unique, monthly dining experiences that have become a local favorite Visit StoneBrook and

enjoy award winning wines and captivating scenery on a 5th generation family farm. For a unique dinning experience be sure to make reservations for one of our bi-monthly dinners

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If the bright summer sunshine shows your kitchen to be more dull and drab than you would like, it may be time to explore new cabinets and furnishings.

Fort Mitchell Interiors in Crescent Springs can redo any room in your house, and they don’t contract out any work – familiar faces are on the job from start to finish.

“Cornices and Roman shades are very popular right now in window treatments, and we have thousands of fabric sample books to browse through,” said Mary

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Pennington-Wolfe, owner of Fort Mitchell Interiors.

“Darker finishes on cabinets are in style right now, but we have 40 different styles of cabinets to choose from,” she said.

“And we can do any flooring, from ceramic tile to carpet to the newest trend, which is bamboo flooring.”

With more than 30 years of experience, Wolfe and her technicians can create any look that will unlock the secrets of your home, and make you fall in love with your home all over again.

“Since everything is

blooming fresh and new in spring, it is exciting to bring new life into your home with new window treatments, or new cabinets, or new flooring,” said Pennington-Wolfe.

“When you call us, we sit down with you and work out a plan that fits both your dreams and your budget.”

So spring on into Fort Mitchell Interiors on Hazelwood Drive across from McDonald's, and begin to create the look you want for your home.

Mary Pennington-Wolfe can be reached at 331-5327 for an appointment.

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A new Rooftime for your home this year This year, an estimated 75,000 homes in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati will require work on their roof. In the spring, roofing crews begin an installation schedule that doesn’t slow down until after Thanksgiving, so homeowners need to contact a reputable roofer as soon as possible. Some roofers will not leave their bid with a customer the same day they measure the job creating further delays, others Like Rooftime, will prepare a quote and leave it with the homeowner.

Justin Shoemaker of Rooftime has learned that with everyone’s busy schedule, delivering a quote on the spot is more respectful of time and is better appreciated by a homeowner.

Shoemaker recommends being thorough when searching for a roofing company, “Use the internet, the BBB, and Angie’s list to start with,” he said. “Rooftime has been reviewed on those sites, as well as many others. People have been logging into their favorite sites, and recommending our services for years. It’s really nice to be invited to quote a roof and they tell me they called us because they liked what they read online about our business.”

Professional roofers market their services on the Internet which allows them to explain using video, pictures, and customer testimonials just what they do while working on your roof.

It is also it is important to carefully consider what is said in print ads because some companies

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what will they do or say to get hired and take people’s money?” asks Sandy.

“Rooftime has estimators who draw a weekly salary, and only bid on what a house needs,” said Feltner. “If a roof repair or partial roof is all that is needed, a Rooftime estimator has no financial gain in telling a homeGreg Menke, Perry Graybill, Foreman Greg Lykins II, and Baron Lykins hold their award owner any different!” plaque after completing a job.

As a final tip, the staff make false claims. “There doesn’t help 95 percent of at Rooftime recommends is no such thing as a roof the rest of the area", she that no money change license or a roof bond in said. hands until the work has our markets!” stated Homeowners need to been completed. “We Sandy Feltner, at consider that roofers who don’t require a down payRooftime. “The City of claim to be licensed or ment,” said Justin Cincinnati requires a bonded in an effort to Shoemaker. “We conduct 10,000 dollar bond for generate a phone call are a roof and ground inspecwork conducted with-in being misleading. “If a tion with the homeowner city limits only; but that roofer will lie to get a call; to be sure they are 100

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percent satisfied, and only then can we get paid!”

Rooftime’s commitment to satisfaction has earned them the Angie’s List Super Service Award every year since 2007. Last year Community Press readers cast over 100 Internet ballots voting Rooftime as Northern Kentucky’s Favorite Roofer.

To schedule an award winning free roof inspection on your home, call Sandy in Cincinnati at 513-753-8463, or in Kentucky at 859-344-8463.

You can also visit their website www.time2roof.com for special Internet only discounts!

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Lasting Impressions expansion means deals Lasting Impressions has expanded and, as a result, is continuing to offer a huge inventory reduction sale to make room for new furniture and home décor merchandise lines. Receive up to 50 percent off the ticketed price!

You have probably been working on your summer spruce-up, and this is the perfect time to stop by to check out some of the great bargains on just the right piece of furniture or unique accessory for your home or office.

Lasting Impressions is one of the best kept secrets in Bellevue, Ky. It is well worth your time and effort to visit this showroom overflowing with beautiful furniture, home accessories, unique home décor, and customdesigned floral arrangements.

Since the last article, Lasting Impressions has completed the

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move to much larger accommodations on the third floor as the store evolves into a complete design center for your home remodeling or room makeovers. You will find excellent prices on selected furniture and accessories as they make room for lots of new merchandise.

Most people are surprised as they step into onto the third floor because they don't expect this kind of beauty in a warehouse.

Take a little trip to Bellevue, enjoy lunch at Newport on the Levee or one of the terrific eateries on Fairfield Avenue, and visit Lasting Impressions at 241 Grandview.

“Bring the outside in” with a very natural, lifelike custom floral design by Linda or Judy. They are

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“When you care enough to make your home a warm, welcoming place for family and friends . . . you need to visit us.”

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more than happy to use one of your own special containers or you may select one from the showroom. Maybe you are an artsy person who likes to add your own touch of creativity to your home decorating. You will find all colors and styles of beautiful silk stems which make it so much easier to create your own lovely centerpiece or door decoration . . . and they are more than happy to help with whatever advice you may need to get started.

You can always expect “excellent, individualized customer service.” If you are looking for a mantle display . . . something beautiful for the top of your cabinets . . . a breathtaking custom floral . . . a unique piece of furniture . . . this is the place to find it!

If you need more than just a little summer lift, you might want to consider an In-Home Consultation ($90) with Linda Barbian. Linda is excellent

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New merchandise, including furniture, continues to arrive weekly!

Artwork from Ashton and Picture Galleries is on display as well as the Ashton custom mirror line which gives you the flexibility to add just the right framed mirror to a special space.

You may choose from many styles of frames to make your beveled mirror your own creation at a very reasonable price.

The friendly folks at Lasting Impressions are looking forward to seeing you soon at 241 Grandview in Bellevue, Ky. It's a shopping experience you are going to enjoy and repeat again and again!

P.S. If you need to call, the temporary number for the third floor is 859-6558187.

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What can Kentucky Home Crafters do for you?

Kentucky Home Crafters is still going strong after 16 years. And the reason for their continued success are their low prices and big discounts.

They are a highly skilled handyman service in Northern Kentucky and this month they are discounting tile installation by 20 percent. That is a big discount! But hold on, all of the categories listed in their display ad are also discounted each and

every day. And, they offer the longest warranty in their trade, 18 months.

Kentucky Home Crafters is a licensed and insured company that can design your project, get the proper permits if needed and get the job done no matter if your project is big or small. Just ask, and they will supply you with as many references as you require and they can also show you a wide variety of jobs in their portfolio.

The team of craftsman at Kentucky Home Crafters have a total of 72 years experience. There’s a cabinet maker, a carpenter, an electrician and a painter, a tile guy who knows about concrete and they are all multi-skilled in other area’s. They are all truly handymen! One call really dose do it all.

If you are thinking about a project no matter how big or small, just call Kentucky Home Crafters and a very nice craftsman

will come to your home and talk to you about your project and the quote is always free! The team at Kentucky Home Crafters are standing by (not really, their all starting or finishing a project somewhere, but you know what we mean) so don’t wait any longer to get that basement remodel, or that kitchen updated or a simple paint job... call 6304065 now!

Directions Traveling south or north on Interstate 471: Take Exit 5 (Newport/Bellevue) Turn right onto Route 8 (Fairfield Avenue) Continue to Taylor Avenue and turn right Travel 6 blocks to Grandview Avenue Turn right on Grandview Enter the warehouse through the Lasting Impressions door on the right Prepare to be amazed.

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Gentle Dental Care offers IV, Oral Sedation Seminar Have you ever wondered how you can overcome your fear of the dentist?

It’s as simple as three little words – Gentle Dental Care! Just look at what these, the most fearful dental patients, are saying about Dr. Dallmann and her caring, professional staff...

“I have a terrible dental phobia, but I was at the point where I needed to go to the dentist. I needed

someone who offered sedation and I found out about Dr. Tara Dallmann.

I was able to get in right away,” explained T.W., of Campbell County. “When I came in, I was treated like royalty, that can put you to ease quickly.

Everyone there is so polite and caring, it’s hard to put into words. It’s so wonderful to be able to go to the dentist and not be terrified.”

“The girls were wonderful. They made me feel very comfortable. Also the

time spent explaining everything to me made a big difference. I will glad-

ly recommend your services to everyone. Thanks again for the ease that I felt, you all are wonderful,” said J.C. Independence.

“I’ve never had any bad experiences with dentists but have never liked going to them. I hate having my mouth messed with, to the point that as soon as my pediatric dentist stopped seeing me at age 21, I stopped going to the dentist. I figured if no one was going to make me then I wouldn’t go.

“Three years later, I started having some gum problems and decided I needed to go. Sedation dentistry with Dr. Dallmann and the rest of the staff was the perfect solution. I took a little pill an hour before my appointment and don’t remember much after that :) I got all most of the work done in one visit but without all the anxiety and stress I would have Dental see page 10

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The local scuba diving season has begun When people think of scuba diving, many places come to mind – Fiji, Hawaii, the Cayman Islands, St. Lucia, the Bahamas, the Red Sea, Galapagos and Australia.

But what those same people may not realize is that every weekend, from June through October, hundreds of Greater Cincinnati residents head out for a day or two of scuba diving at local recreational dive sites.

“Local scuba diving may not be diving in a tropical paradise, but it does allow certified scuba divers to enjoy a few of the things they love about diving, such as spending time in another world, and experiencing the weightless wonder of ‘flying without wings’,” said Jim Barrie the owner of The Scuba Shack in Florence.

“While there are no tropical fish or ocean sea creatures in our local waters, there are numerous fresh water fish and

turtles. And even though there are no beautiful coral reefs here, there are a myriad of interesting rock formations and underwater plants. We also have plenty of sunken boats, airplanes, helicopters and other things to explore underwater at our local dive sites.”

The Scuba Shack is located on Rte 18, ‘just around the corner from Florence Mall’. In addition to scuba certification training, The Shack offers certified scuba divers the opportunity to go on instructor- escorted local dive outings most weekends from June through October. They also conduct several special event diving days, that include the Great Underwater Scavenger Hunt in August, and the Great Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest in October.

A typical local dive day consists of meeting up with dive buddies, driv-

ing to a local dive site, gearing up, and doing a few dives to depths of 20 to 40 feet. Between dives, ‘surface interval’ time is spent eating, socializing and planning the next dive.

“Because scuba diving is 95 percent social, divers also gather for The Scuba Shack’s social gatherings that we call Club Aquarius events,’ said Barrie. “We have ‘ShackDoggie’ cookouts, ‘WalkIn’ outdoor movie nights, and Travel parties, which are frequently held on the Shack’s Party Patch behind the shop.”

So if scuba diving is on your list of things to do someday, The Scuba Shack offers free ‘Try Scuba’ sessions in their indoor heated pool. Visit the website, www.TheScubaPlace.com, or call 859-283-1550 for more information, or to schedule your very own Try Scuba Experience.

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What can Mortenson Family Dental do to help you through these difficult financial times?

Mortenson Family Dental was founded by Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Mortenson who were initially pig farmers with a large family and a small income. It was later in his life that Dr. Mortenson decided to go to college to become a Dentist. In a small one room office he built a successful practice from the ground up. After many years of hard work and dedication he was able to help his sons begin their own practices. He developed a passion for starting successful dental offices based on the phi-

losophy that the patient comes first and deserves to have the best quality of care with affordable solutions. This allows families to have the same quality of care that he would want or provide for his own.

Because Mortenson Family Dental now has more than 20 offices, we are able to accept most insurance plan that private dentists can't afford to take because their contracted fees or payments are so low. For patients who have no dental insurance Mortenson Family

Dental offers their own comprehensive dental plan. For a single member the total annual cost is $227. This fee includes: Unlimited exams and xrays, two adult or child routine cleanings a year with $5 co-pay, one fluoride treatment per year with $5 co-pay and a 25 percent discounts on all other in-office procedures.

The cost for a new patient exam with x-rays, routine cleaning and fluoride treatment costs over $300 so the plan essentially pays for itself in one visit!

If you are interested in more information please go to our website www.mortensonfamily-

dental.com or you can contact the office directly.

They also participate with Care Credit which offers various payment plan options. Patients fill out an application and receive an account number that their dentistry can be charged to. The sixmonth plan has no dollar limit and is the same as cash with 0 percent finance or interest charged! Amounts exceeding $1,000 can be charged for 12 months same as cash 0 percent finance or interest charged! If you are interested in learning more about Care Credit you can visit their website www.carecredit.com or

call them directly at 800365-8295.

For the patient that can't afford either of the options mentioned above we recommend addressing one problem at a time.

We will address first what is hurting, then what could end up being the patient's biggest problem or cost the most money if untreated and lastly the smallest problems that were able to hold their own while we were repairing the more severe issues.

Where you have a will, we'll find a way! Call today and let us customize a treatment plan for you!

Dental from page 8 had without the sedation. The funny thing about the sedation was I learned that I snore,” J.P. of Florence said with a smile. “The entire staff is wonderful; and everyone is willing to listen to any concerns you might have. Now I really wish I hadn’t put off going to the dentist for so long, but I’m very glad I chose Dr. Dallmann.”

Beyond creating an optimal environment for you, sedation dentistry allows the Gentle Dental Care team to complete multiple treatments in one appointment.

You can relax while they improve your smile.

“As a person who required extensive work and restoration, I am grateful that sedation is offered by my dentist,” said M.C., of Independence. “If I would have Besides overcoming their fear, these had to endure the pain of the unsedated patients have another thing in common, treatments, I probably would still have they took advantage of sedation dencavities, chipped teeth and gum disease. tistry. For those who need that extra Not to mention the time that it would help to relax, Gentle Dental offers sedatake and the many days I would have to tion. take off work to get all that work done. I If you have strong dental fears and was able to painlessly have my teeth are afraid to pick up the phone, Dr. Tara repaired in just two visits verses months L. Dallmann and her fantastic team are and months filled with many appointgiving a free sedation seminar on July 8 ments.” at The Kenton County Library on For more information visit The Walton-Nicholson Pike in Independence. Kenton County Library at 7 p.m., July 8 The seminar starts at 7 p.m.; come in for Dr. Dallmann’s seminar on IV and and meet Dr. Tara Dallmann, Wendy, Oral Sedation. There will be refreshBrenda, and Kim. They will be on hand ments and door prizes. Call 363-1616 to answer all of your questions and most and let them know you will be coming of all give you the TLC treatment that or just show up! they are so famous for.

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Burlington Pharmacy Health Care: Exceeding the expectations of individuals living with disabilities Serving the Tristate area for more than 30 years, Burlington Pharmacy Health Care has been a lifeline and essential resource to their customers with disabilities.

A provider of top-quality, state-of-the-art medical equipment and supplies, Burlington Pharmacy Health Care is one of the area’s largest suppliers of home health products and services and strives to help people living with disabilities maintain their independence.

“Our goal is to increase, maintain, and improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities,” said Andy Mueller, assistive technology professional of Burlington Pharmacy Health Care.

“Whatever it takes to get them there, we are here to help,” he said.

Mike Clark of Erlanger considers himself Burlington Pharmacy Health Care’s No. 1 fan.

Clark has multiple sclerosis and was having a hard time finding a wheelchair that suited his needs.

After other equipment companies failed him, he found Burlington Pharmacy Health Care and they helped him find the perfect wheelchair at a great price.

“When I need anything I can just call them up and they will help; it feels like I have a friend to call rather than just doing business with a company,” said Clark. “They

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have great products, prices and customer service.”

Burlington Pharmacy Health Care has a trained staff that will help their customers obtain the information and resources needed to get them on the road to living a more comfortable and independent life with the aid of the latest medical equipment and supplies offered.

“We want people to know that there is funding available for their needs. A lot of our customers need help finding

out how to get money for insurance companies so customers are happy and their equipment and we that we will know all of go above and beyond to can help look make into those their resources for lives them,” said “Our customer service is what sets us apart – we betMueller. ter,” want to make sure our customers are happy and he The company works go above and beyond...” said. closely with For their cusmore tomer’s docinfortors and family members so that they the goals and expectations mation about Burlington can ensure that all needs and then we make it all Pharmacy Health Care are thoroughly being met. come together,” said and all of the ways they “We work as a team Mueller. are able to serve you, call with physical and occupa“Our customer service 586-6700. Their goal is to tional therapists, doctors, is what sets us apart – we make you happy! family members, and want to make sure our

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Dr. Kitzmiller offers patients an option for their sleep apnea.

Now you can vacation without CPAP or snoring Does the idea of air travel and vacations with family or friends fill you with anxiety due to your snoring? Are you using a CPAP to treat your lifethreatening sleep disorder but wish there was an alternative that was more convenient for your lifestyle and travel requirements? Now there’s another option Cincinnati Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Kitzmiller is one of the few uniquely trained dentists in the region who are able to effectively treat, and help their patients to manage their snoring and sleep apnea, with Oral Appliance Therapy, an effective and convenient alternative to CPAP. An Oral Appliance resembles a whitening tray in appearance, but is an FDA approved and custom fabricated device that fits over your teeth

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and holds the lower jaw Appliance.” in a forward position - Dr. Timothy while you sleep. This Kitzmiller maintains an open airway “My buddies used to which reduces or elimidread nighttime on our nates snoring, and proannual fishing trips vides the patient with because of my snoring. healthy, restorative sleep.

This year will be differIn as few as three visent now that I have my its, and utilizing medical oral appliance and don’t not dental insurance, Dr. snore!” - Tom B. Kitzmiller can help you to “My husband and I start love to enjoying travel, the benebut haulfits of a ing my quiet, CPAP healthy through night’s the airVisit cincisleep.com sleep and port was to learn more! enjoy a such a more hassle! refreshed, My oral daytime quality of life as appliance fits in my purse well. and there’s no airport “I have sleep apnea security concerns!” and used to snore loudly.

– Karen F. Travelling with my family Call Dr. Kitzmiller at is much more enjoyable 248-8848 to schedule your now that I’m managing complimentary consultamy disorder with an Oral tion!

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