Springfield Township Community Guidebook

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Fall & Winter W Edition

September 1 - February 29, 2012

Community guidebook Activityy

Living in Springfield Township Adult Enrichment Youth Sports Health & Wellness Community Events

You Can Have The Dress Of Your Dreams

Because You Got The Hall For Less Than You Imagined!

The Grove Of Springfield Township Banquet Hall

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A Message From Trustees Important Numbers Living In Springfield Township in the 30’s, 40’s & 50’s Community Events Youth Enrichment & Sports Aquatics

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Health & Wellness Adult Programs Enrichment, Arts & Crafts, Support Senior Adult Classes Volunteer Opportunities, Food Pantry, Recycling & Code Red

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A Message From Your Trustees Pictured left to right; Fiscal Officer John Waksmundski, Trustee Gwen McFarlin, Trustee Joseph Honerlaw, Trustee Tom Bryan, and Township Administrator Michael Hinnenkamp.

Welcome to the second edition of the Springfield Township community activity guidebook. This book was put together to showcase the many recreational opportunities offered by the Township, our local schools, churches, athletic organizations, the YMCA, Centennial Barn, Drake Hospital and

The trustees of Springfield Township hold meetings the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Administration Complex, 9150 Winton Road. The public is welcome to attend. The meetings air live on Waycross Community Media, Channel 23 and are available on line at www.waycross.tv/vodg

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Sincerely, Your Trustees, Gwen McFarlin, Joseph Honerlaw & Tom Bryan Your Fiscal Officer, John Waksmundski Your Township Administrator, Michael Hinnenkamp All information in this activity guidebook is believed to be accurate at time of publication. Classes and or events are subject to change. Please call the contact phone number for class time confirmation.

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Springfield Township Administration: 522-1410 Springfield Township Police Non-Emergency: 729-1300 Emergency: 911 Fire Station 79 (Winton Road): 521-7578 Fire Station 75 (Burlington Road ): 851-3030 Service Department (Roads): 522-1410 Senior/Community Center: 522-1154 The Grove Banquet Hall (Rentals): 522-1154 Property Maintenance Complaints: 522-1410 Hamilton County Roads: 946-8900 Hazardous Waste Drop Off: 4600 Spring Grove Ave, Tues.- 2-6pm, Sat. 9-1pm, July 30 - December 3 Hamilton County Board of Elections: 632-7000 Hamilton County Auditor: 946-4000 Powel Crosley YMCA: 521-7112 Drake: 418-2727 Centennial Barn: 761-1697 Winton Woods Park: 521-PARK West College Hill Neighborhood Services Center: 542-7379

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The cover and the photograph on the Table of Contents were taken by Springfield Township resident photographer Rob idebook Amend. Both Activitygu pictures were taken at Winton Woods. Follow his photo series on the parks of Southwest Ohio, beginning with Winton Woods, at www.robamend. com.

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Submitting Programs The deadline to submit special events and for the Spring and Summer community activity guidebook is January 5th. Call Kimberlee at 522-1410 for details and specific formatting guidelines.

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“A Taste of Paradise” By Melissa Stewart, Editor

Most people spend their entire lives searching for paradise. A lucky few like Thomas Whitaker grow up there. “In those days Springfield Township was pretty ideal,” he explained. “Everybody knew everybody. It was very intimate. There was a lot of community spirit. It was fun to grow up there.” Whitaker, 70, who is now retried from his career in education, resides in Belgium. He lived in Finneytown for 20 years, on North Bend Road next to Ridgefield Drive, at a very important time when the farm community was undergoing major transformation. “Springfield Township really changed as I was growing up,” he said. “All agriculture slowly sold off and was made into housing developments.” Perhaps the changes in character and growth can best be seen through the change in the school system. “I really think that the whole community revolved around the school. My life did,” Whitaker said. “The community was really supportive.” Whitaker’s father had a very successful and lengthy career in the school system since its beginning. He started as principal in the mid-40s and ended his career in education as superintendent. To honor his father, the school board at that time, decided to name an elementary school for him – Whitaker Elementary. “He was very honored,” Whitaker recalled. “I think it was well deserved because he brought it from a two room school house to a K-12 school system. My family was very pleased.” Whitaker said one of the things he remembers most about life back then was feeling safe. “It was a really safe environment, everybody knew everybody and looked out for each other.” Charlene Mecklenburg, 65, who also grew up in Finneytown agrees. “When I was a kid, crime didn’t exist,” she said. “The way of life has changed – the whole world has changed.”

Photos: Top Left: What is now Brentwood Shopping Center was Clearview Riding stables in the 1950’s. Middle Left: Cincinnat Enquirer article dated September 25, 1955 announcing the purchase and construction of Brentwood Plaza. At the time, leases were sold for Kroger Co., Albers Supermarkets, Woolworth’s, Central Trust and Wuerdeman Cleaners. The lower photo is a picture of a women’s equestrian class at Clearview Stables. Top Right: An original Springfield Township fire vehicle dates this photo to 1951. Many of the individuals are members of the Hafer family watching a horse show. Bottom Right photos: The original Sunoco fillCOMMUNITY ACTIVITY GUIDEBOOK 6 SPRINGFIELDTOWNSHIP ing station at the corner of Compton and Winton.

Her parents bought their home in Finneytown in ’56 when she was in fifth grade. She started Finneytown Grade School, which is now Whitaker Elementary. “At that time Brentwood Plaza was a horse farm,” she laughs. “ It was very much a naïve time, nothing like today. Little diversity. No crime, very ‘Sandra Dee.’” Mecklenburg agrees that much of life revolved around the school. Her parents were involved in a boosters club that raised funds for the football stadium. At the time the latest thing was that classrooms were open to the hallway. So when people would walk through the halls, you were actually interrupted in class, she said. She said everyone seemed to be involved in the community and doing their part to make it a great place to live. Even the township fire department was all-volunteer. “It was very classic America of the late 50s,” she said. Carol Huber Tanner, 68, who has lived in Springfield Township all of her life agrees. It was a simpler time, she said. “I loved the convenience, our yard, our privacy. You spent your time playing baseball, softball, or climbing trees and you didn’t even have to cross the street.” “You didn’t go anywhere other than to visit family once a year,” she said. “College Hill had all the shopping. There was no eating out. No shopping. Occasionally my dad would bring home Frisch’s’ fish, fries, and strawberry pie. I thought that was the greatest thing since sliced bread.” North Bend Road, where she lived, was a just a dirt road in ’26 when her parents bought the property where her home would be. Now it’s lined with homes and businesses. But, she said there are some things that never change. It’s still a good place for families. Springfield Township is still in a great location. “Other than the fact that my family is here, my favorite thing about this community is the convenience. You can get anywhere in Cincinnati in 20 minutes or less,” she said. Springfield Township is far enough away to be ones own personal paradise, but still close to connect to the rest of the world. Charlene Mecklenburg can’t argue that. There’s still a good school district, it’s still a good place to raise kids, she said. Although she now resides in Colerain Township, Springfield Township is where her heart is and always will be. She continues to attend a church in that area and volunteers. “The community continues to grow and prosper,” she said. “It is still what it always has been – a good place to raise a family. That’s why new people move here looking for what we had.”

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COMMUNITY Events! September 1 - February 29

Community Events

Springfield Township Artist Reception With ArtsWave and ArtWorks Friday, September 2 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Springfield Township Administration Lobby and Patio 9150 Winton Road, Free Admission Cash Bar www.springfieldtwp.org 522-1410

Enjoy an elegant evening of wine, cheese and artwork by the winner of the Springfield Township banner art contest, Susan Mahan. (Business Casual attire.) The reception and art will celebrate the theme “A Community of Neighborhoods, a Great Place To Call Home”. Fine cheeses and non-alco non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. A cash bar will be available. Bring your friends and neighbors to enjoy the evening with beautiful art, a strolling musician and casual con conversation. The banner contest and reception are made possible by a grant from ArtsWave Presents. ArtWorks organized and ran the contest in which over 30 entries were received. The winning banners will be hung along Winton Road on or near the time of the Artist reception event. This program is for adults over the age of 21.

Open House at the Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center Friday, September 2 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center, 880 Compton Rd 513-521-8462

Come and enjoy a free dance demonstration and take part in a free mini-class. Classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical/ Contemporary, Pointe, Tumbling, and more for ages 3 to adult, beginners through advanced. To learn more or to register in advance for one of the mini-classes, please call 521-8462 or visit www.cincinnatidance.com.

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Mini-Triathlon

Sunday, September 4 10:00 a.m. Winton Woods (10245 Winton Road) $20.00 per person Register online at www.GreatParks.org by September 2 Presented by Hamilton County Park District Challenge yourself and your family and friends with this mini-triathlon. We will walk/run 1.5 miles, bike 3.5 miles and paddle cook one mile. A cookout awaits us at the finish line! Try it solo or form a team of up to three!

Passport to Beer Friday

September 9, 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Winton Woods, Mill Race Banquet Center (1515 West Sharon Road) This is a pre-registration event for those 21 years and older. $23.50 per person through September 4. Limited number of tickets may be available at the door for $25.95 (513) 521-7275 www.GreatParks.org. Presented by the Hamilton County Park District Fall means Oktoberfest is here! Enjoy tasting over 25 lagers, ales and porters from around the world right in your own backyard. Heavy hors d’oeuvres stations will accompany the beer being tasted. Make your own pack and take home your favorite beers for $3.50 per bottle! • Live entertainment by Big Whiskey. • Brewmaster with Anheuser-Bush available for Q&A. • Brewmaster with Miller-Coors Brewing Company, will be speaking at 8 p.m. and available for Q&A. • Representatives with other breweries available for Q&A. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks

National Anthem Project

Wednesday, September 14 Time: Morning Pleasant Run Middle School - 11770 Pippin Road Free to the public – 851-2400 The entire student body, along with local police/fire/EMS salute America with the singing of the National Anthem, presentation of the colors and recognition of Police/Fire Depts.

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Mount Healthy Christian Home Fall Festival

Saturday, September 17, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Mount Healthy Christian Home (8097 Hamilton Ave.) Free, For more information call (513) 931-5000 Presented by Mount Healthy Christian Home Bring your entire family to the fall includ festival including a vintage car show, an indoor craft show, and a kid zone with kid friendly fun. There will be food and beverages available for purchase. Come join us for this fun filled day!

Community Yard Sale

Saturday, September 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. West College Hill Community Center (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Ave) $10 a table – for more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services

Fire Department Open House

Saturday, October 1, noon – 4:00 p.m. Springfield Township Fire Department (9150 Winton Rd) Free 522-1410 www.springfieldtwp.org Jump aboard a fire truck, meet Sparky the fire dog, put out little fires, watch amazing fire-blazing demonstrations on fire safety, learn how to escape a fire in the smoke house and tour the Fire Department at the annual Springfield Township Fire Department Open House! Bring the entire family to an action packed day of hands-on experiences with your local firefighters! Guarenteed a great time!!!

Senior, Community & Arts Center Open House

Saturday, October 1, noon – 4:00 p.m. Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Free 522-1154 www.springfieldtwp.org

Community Events

Wrap up your fall housecleaning by selling your ‘stuff’ at the West College Hill Community Yard Sale. Or come see what treasures your neighbors have for you! Outside in the parking lot, weather permitting; otherwise, in the Center.

Animal Blessing 2011

Saturday, October 1, 2:00 p.m. Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialdirector@centennial barn.org (513)761-1697 x8104 Bring your animal friends to the annual Blessing of the Animals. Pets and their owners following all faith paths are welcome. Some special friends from the Animal Shelter will join us and there will be room to roam and treats for all!

Ever wanted to learn more about the Senior Center? Check the various activities available and meet many of the members during the annual open house. Demonstrations, door prizes and refreshments are all just part of the fun. Purchase a senior center membership during the open house and get the remainder of 2011 and all of 2012 at one low price!

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Children’s Theatre Presents “The Frog Prince”

Community Events

Thursday, October 6, 7:00 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road (Behind the Administration Complex) Free Admission www.springfieldtwp.org 522-1410 A pretentious princess, a curious curse, and an awkward amphibian meet in this tale of persistence and dedication. When a young prince is transformed into a frog by a cruel fairy, he is forced to bide his time in the slime of the swamp until “Princess Charming” comes along to save him! Imagine his dismay when the princess who arrives is much less than charming! This Frog Prince must stay focused on his task of breaking the spell if he is ever to become human again. Admission is FREE – Maximum 350 people. This FREE event is made possible by a community programming grant with ArtsWave Presents.

Halloween Nights

Thursday - Sunday, October 7-30, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Winton Woods, Parky’s Farm (10073 Daly Rd) Admission: $6.00 per person 23 months & under complimentary October 6 is Sneak Preview Night and half price admission! (513) 521-7275 www.GreatParks.org Presented by the Hamilton County Park District Come join us for the 14th anniversary of a one-of-a-kind, non-scary, family-friendly Halloween event! Halloween Nights features tens of thousands of lights and dozens of whimsical displays. Guests will see a graveyard with animated ghosts and bats and take part in many family-oriented activities such as, the Buccaneer Hardly Haunted Barn, haywagon rides through the woods, creepy campfires, Wizards of Nature naturalist programs, The Magic of Phil Dalton and The Rock Star Corey Show from the Amazing Portable Circus! A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.

Winton Woods High School Homecoming Parade & Game

Friday, October 14, Parade 6:05 p.m., Game 7:30 p.m. Forest Park and WWHS Stadium Winton Woods High School will celebrate its homecoming events with a parade beginning at the intermediate school on Waycross and ending at Central Park on Waycross.

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Community Address Sunday, February 26, 2012 Doors open at 1:45p.m. Meeting begins at 2:30 p.m. Residents and business owners are encouraged to attend. Grove Banquet Hall 9158 Winton Road 522-1410 pre-register at springfieldtwp.org

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Pleasant Run Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Fall Concert at Pleasant Run Middle Winton Woods High(9th-12th) Fall Choir Concert at WWHS Auditorium Finneytown High School Choral Concert at the Performing Arts Center Pleasant Run Middle – 7/8th Band Concert Whitaker Elementary Instrumental Concert at the High School Performing Arts Center Finneytown High School/Middle School Instrumental Concert Pleasant Run Middle 6th Grade Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert - 11770 Pippin Winton Woods High School Winter Band Concert (6th grade & HS Bands) Pleasant Run Middle 6th grade Chorus Concert Northwest High School Band Concert at Northwest High School - 10761 Pippin Road Finneytown High School Choral Concert Northwest High School “Knight Lights” Show Choir Winter Festival at Northwest HS WWHS Choir and Orchestra Concert at WWHS Auditorium Whitaker Choral Concert at the High School Performing Arts Center Pleasant Run Middle 7/8th grade Orchestra and 7th grade Choir concert Northwest High School Orchestra, Womens Ensemble and Concert Choir Pleasant Run Middle School – 7/8th grade Band & 8th grade choir Welch 2nd Grade Winter Concert Pleasant Run Middle School Music Assembly

Harvest Festival 2011

Sunday, October 16, 2011 Noon-4:00 pm Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE Admission (513)761-1697 x8104 Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialbarn.org Join us for our second annual Harvest Festival! This family friendly event features an eclectic mix of upscale arts and crafts, free live music, a petting zoo, hayrides, activities for the kids and a Chili Cook Off!

Third Fridays at the Barn

Fridays, October 21, November 28, December 16 January 20, February 17, 2012 7:30 p.m -10:30 p.m. Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE Contact Maria Meyer mmeyer@centennialbarn.org (513)761-1697 x8102

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Playhouse in the Park Presents “What’s Buggin Greg” Friday, October 21 The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road , 522-1410 springfieldtwp.org Free Admission Winner of the 2011 Macy’s New Play Prize For Young Audiences Recommended for age 7 and up A world premiere written for Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park by the noted playwright of O Pioneers!, Darrah Cloud. Fifth-grader Greg Samsa wakes up one morning to discover that he has turned into a giant cockroach! What will he tell his friends? How can he face his schoolmates? Can he still perform the lead in his school play? Will his mom ever hug him again? Or is he doomed to be a science exhibit for the rest of his life? This riotous comedy inspired by Franz Kafka and Shakespeare touches on issues of friendship and self-confidence, as well as body image and disability. Admission is free to this community program and is made possible through a community arts grant with Playhouse in the Park!

Enjoy music and performances from local artists and musicians on the third Friday of every month.

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Doo Wop Concert With “The Students” Saturday, October 22, 2011 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) $20.00/ticket Contact Sandra Morrow, smorrow@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8101

Fall Family Festival at John Paul II November 4 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. John Paul II Catholic School Gym – Krumpe Activity Center (9375 Winton Rd.) For more information call 521-0860

Welcome fall as you play games, win prizes, enjoy good food, and spend time with family and friends. This is an event for the entire family! Sponsored by the John Paul II Catholic School PTO.

Community Events

Dance-A-Thon Fundraiser

Saturday, November 5, 2011 10 am to 6 pm Lakeridge Party Rooms (7210 Pippin Road) Fee for dancing, spectators free For more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services

Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, dancing, and of course, live entertainment with Cincinnati’s very own Doo Wop group, The Students, performing their hit tunes including “I’m So Young”, “My Vow to You” and many more. Admission price includes music, drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres and dancing.

This is a line dancing dance-a-thon to raise money for West College Hill Neighborhood Service Center’s food pantry. Dance untill you drop for fun, prizes and a good cause!

Winton Woods High School Fall Play Thursday, November 17 - Saturday, November 19, 7:30 p.m. WWHS Auditorium Winton Woods Theatre Department, 619-2420 Title of play will be announced in September 2011.

Halloween Family Party

Wednesday, October 26 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. West College Hill Community Center (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Avenue) Free – for more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services Games, refreshments and candy (of course) for community families. Children must be accompanied by adults.

Veterans Recognition Event at Northwest High School vs. Talawanda H.S. – And Senior Recognition Night

October 28 7:00 p.m. Northwest High School Football Stadium 10761 Pippin Road Veterans and guests are free with advance reservations. Northwest Local School District honors our veterans at the last home game prior to Veterans Day. The Northwest High School band and chorus will pay tribute to our veterans and our country at pre-game and half-time activities. Veterans will be recognized at half time. For questions and reservations, please contact Pauletta Crowley at 513-923-1000 ext. 612

“Larceny and Old Lace”

Friday, November 18 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 19 7:30 p.m. William R. Swartzel Performing Arts Center (Finneytown High School) $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Students, $3.00 Children and seniors; 728-3712 www.finneytown.org Presented by Finneytown Performing Arts Audiences of all ages will love this clever and well-crafted spoof of the community theatre classic! Harold Peabody’s sweet aunts, Millie and Gertie, are gambling in Las Vegas while Harold stays at their home to watch over his eccentric Uncle Charlie, who thinks he is a pirate and is constantly “burying treasure” in the basement. When Harold’s jailbird cousin Mordred shows up with his own bundle of money and the FBI hot on his heels, the pandemonium multiplies. Join the madness as Harold attempts to keep his aunts out of jail, Mordred from killing them all, his fiancée from walking out on him and himself from going insane!

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Colerain High School Fall Drama Production A Midsummer Night’s Dream

November 18 &19 7:00 p.m. November 20 2:00 p.m. Colerain High School Auditorium – 8801 Cheviot Road Fee TBA 385-6424 or Pauletta Crowley at 923-1000 ext. 612 The Colerain High School Drama Department will present A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare.

Tuesday, November 22 WWHS Gymnasium Winton Woods Athletic Department, 619-2425. $2.00 Donation or FREE with 3 canned goods. All donations go to a local food pantry. Join the boys and girls basketball teams as they kick-off another season. This event features exciting games for the players, performances by the band and dance teams, prizes for all, and an opportunity for members from the audience to make free-throw shots for cash.

Free Holiday Dance Performances presented by the Cincinnati Dance Crew Various dates/times and locations throughout December. Come see the Cincinnati Dance Crew, the youth performance team of the Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center, in holiday-themed per performances throughout the month of December at various local venues. No admission charge; free to the public. Call 521-8462 for a perfor performance schedule, or visit www.cincinnatidance.com.

The P.E.M. Memorial Candlelight Vigil

Saturday, December 3, 2011 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Finneytown High School (PAC Building) 8916 Fontainebleau Free Admission, donations accepted www.pemmemorial.com Join us for a memorial event honoring three Finneytown High School students whose promising young lives were tragically cut short at The Who concert on December 3, 1979... Stephan Preston (‘79), Jackie Eckerle (‘82) and Karen Morrison (‘82). This annual event helps fund the three scholarships given each year to three Finneytown seniors headed for a college education in the field of arts and/or music.

WinterFest

Saturday, December 3 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road (Behind the Senior/Community Arts Center) www.springfieldtwp.org 522-1410 Free Admission Bring the entire family to a Springfield Township tradition. WinterFest starts off with a performance by the Cincinnati favorite, Madcap Puppets! Their show this year is “Tales of Flight With The Brothers Wright”. The amazing show filled with life-sized puppets will begin at 1:00 p.m. Afterwards, Santa makes his grand appearance! Bring your cameras and take as many pictures as you wish. Stay for crafts, games, a snack and free wagon rides! Maximum 350 people. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., no earlier.

Community Events

Warrior Madness, Kick-off to Basketball Season

SongFest 2011

Sunday, December 4, 2011 2:00pm-4:00pm St. Clare’s Chapel Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialbarn.org (513)761-1697 x8104 Join us in celebrating the holiday spirit at our annual SongFest! Local grade school, high school and church choirs lift their voices in celebration. Reception immediately following.

Senior Citizens Brunch and Holiday Concert

Friday, December 9, 9:30 a.m. William R. Swartzel Performing Arts Center (Finneytown High School) Free for seniors citizens For more information and to RSVP call 931-0712 Presented by Finneytown High School Family and Consumer Sciences Department and the Finneytown High School Choral Programs Come kick off the holidays with a complimentary brunch of muffins, eggs, casseroles and more . Then enjoy a holiday concert immediately following the brunch! The event is open to those senior citizens 55 and older.

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Community Events

Christmas Craft Show and Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, December 10 9:30 a.m. Breakfast 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Craft Show Mount Healthy Christian Home (8097 Hamilton Ave.) $6.00 per person for breakfast, reservations required. For more information call (513) 931-5000 Presented by: Mount Healthy Christian Home Enjoy a fun filled day for children and adults at Mount Healthy Christian Home’s Breakfast with Santa and Craft Show. There will be a special craft and gift area for children. There will be carriage rides and an array of local crafters. Join us for this Mount Healthy Christian Home tradition!

Cincinnati Civic Orchestra Holiday Concert

Sunday, December 11, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall (9158 Winton Road) Presented by Springfield Township Senior, Community and Arts Center 522-1410 www.springfieldtwp.org Enjoy an afternoon of timeless holiday classics with the all volunteer Cincinnati Civic Orchestra. Doors open for this family friendly event beginning at 2:45 p.m. and light refreshments will be served following the concert. A great way to get you and your family into the holiday spirit!

Santa’s Shop

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm West College Hill Community Center (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Avenue) Free – for more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services An opportunity for children to buy (very) inexpensive gifts for their family members and friends. Santa will visit and sit for pictures. Fun for the whole family. Children must be accompanied by adults.

Open House at the Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center

Friday, January 6, 2012 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Cincinnati Dance and Movement Center 880 Compton Road 521-8462 www.cincinnatidance. com Come and enjoy a free dance demonstration and take part in a free mini-class. Classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical/Contemporary, Pointe, Tumbling, and more for ages 3 to adult, beginners through advanced. To learn more or to register in advance for one of the mini-classes, please call 521-8462 or visit www.cincinnatidance.com.

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Friday, January 13 7:00 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road, 522-1410 springfieldtwp.org Free Admission

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Bring the family to an amazing performance by Frisch Marionettes. The Timeless story of Hansel and Gretel brings some of life’s most important lessons to life. Exquisite marionettes, costumes and settings combines with the spellbinding melodies of Engelbert Humperdinck to bring one of the most classic of all fairy tales to life.

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January 29 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm 9375 Winton Rd. For more information about our school call 521-0860 or www.jpiics.org

Thinking about providing a well rounded Catholic education for your child? This is an opportunity to experience first hand the spirit that is alive at John Paul II Catholic School. We offer a rigorous academic program as well as nurturing the whole child spiritually and physically.

Casablanca

a facilitated dialogue to help students articulate and respond to the issues of the play. *Please note that this play deals with some mature issues including teen violence and sexuality in a realistic manner. If it was a film, it would get a strong PG-13 rating.

Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance

Saturday, February 18 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road (Behind the Senior/Community Arts Center) Residents $25 couple, Nonresidents $28 couple - $6 each additional daughter - Event for ages 3 - 13 Register online after November 1 at www.springfieldtwp. org/daddydaughterdance.cfm 522-1410

Community Events

John Paul II Catholic School Open House

Friday, February 3, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 4, 7:30 p.m. William R. Swartzel Performing Arts Center (Finneytown High School) $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Students, $3.00 Children and seniors; for more information call 728-3712, or visit www.finneytown.org Presented by Finneytown Performing Arts Based on the Warner Brothers film. This play is set in unoccupied Africa during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications.

Northminster’s Fine Art Fair

Saturday, February 4th 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Northminster Presbyterian Church, - 703 Compton Road, Finneytown Cost: Free For questions or additional information call the church at 931-5777 or email office@nmpchurch.org The halls of Northminster will be filled with local artists. The artists’ creations run from paintings to fabric art to pottery to woodworking to much more. This is a juried art fair so the quality is outstanding. There are also musicians set up in the sanctuary and in the upper room in a coffeehouse setting. (The registration deadline for artists is Saturday, November 12.)

Playhouse in the Park Presents “WAR” Friday, February 3 The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road , 522-1410 springfieldtwp.org Free Admission Recommended for mature audiences ages 11 and up

This brilliant and powerful play examines how aggression and violence permeate youth culture. The play explores how four young men struggle with the pressures of competitiveness, anger and vulnerability. Dennis Foon, one of Canada’s leading young-adult playwrights, interviewed teens, social workers and violent offenders to write this drama about how boys use war as metaphor for their lives -- on the street, in school, in sports, and in their relationships with the opposite sex. As in his brilliant play New Kid, the playwright uses invented language -- in this case to stand in for harsh slang -- to create a poetic and theatrical experience. Performances will include

Dads can enjoy a special evening with their little girl(s) on this fun-filled night! (Grandfathers, uncles or caregivers are welcome to bring their special little girl(s)) The evening’s theme will be “The Masquerade Ball”. The room will be decorated in a dazzling array of color with mystery and magic at every turn! The formal dance will be highlighted with pizza and salad, a keepsake photograph, an ice cream sundae bar and a special trinket for all of our attending girls. This will be an evening of unforgettable fun for dads and daughters both! Tickets are available in advance only and are non-refundable. This event will close with 200 registrations.

State of the Township

Sunday, February 26 Doors Open at 1:45 p.m. Community Meeting Begins at 2:30 p.m. The Grove Banquet Hall, 9158 Winton Road (Behind the Senior/Community Arts Center) www.springfieldtwp.org 522-1410 Free Admission Residents and businesses are encouraged to attend the annual State of the Township community address. In this one hour meeting, you will be briefed on community news, accomplishments and challenges for the year ahead. Learn first-hand what the issues are that your Trustees face and how they plan to meet these challenges. After the informational meeting, a casual social will follow where you can talk one-on-one with the Township Trustees, Administration and Department Head Staff. For a reminder to this event, register for the Township e-news or register for this event online. (Online registration available in January)

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YOUTH Enrichment! Kids Active Programs

Tae Kwon Do / Martial Arts

Youth Enrichment

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center Room A (9158 Winton Road) $40 Springfield Township Resident per month $50 Non-resident per month Register by calling 522-1154, or visit www.springfieldtwp.org search keyword “Tae Kwon Do” Presented by Springfield Twp. Senior/Community Center

Jin Judo

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling the instructor at 405-7097 Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Judo is a system of self-defense & exercise designed to keep people of all ages mentally & physically fit. It focuses on leverage & balance over strength & force. Judo is an Olympic sport and is currently the second most popular sport in the world. ___________________________________________________ Sessions: Ongoing Child Sundays 3:00-4:00 p.m. $30/$60 month ___________________________________________________

Terrific Twos Ken Phillips, from Spirit of the Tiger Martial Arts, brings his 25 years of experience as a martial arts instructor to offer classes in Tae Kwon Do to children and adults of all levels. Tae Kwon Do is a martial art employing self-defense techniques, kicking forms and sparring practice. Each session is one month long with classes offered on Monday and Thursday evenings. Students may attend as many classes as they would like during this month. ___________________________________________________ Youth Advanced Mon & Thurs ongoing 6:15 – 7:05 p.m. Youth Beginner Mon & Thurs ongoing 7:15 – 8:05 p.m. Adult Mon & Thurs ongoing 8:15 – 9:05 p.m. *Students from all classes will be required to have a full set of sparring safety gear that will be included in the equipment fee due at the time they enroll. The equipment fee will include the sparring gear and the TKD uniform. ___________________________________________________

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This class will work gross motor skills such as running, skipping, hopping & jumping using music and games. Parents are encouraged to stay in case child needs extra direction. ___________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Age 2 Tuesday 9:00-9:30 a.m. $17/$34 ___________________________________________________

Toddler Time

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

Tae Kwon Do

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) $36/Month Members $56/Month Program Participants Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by I.K. Kim Tae Kwon Do An excellent program to enhance your level of physical fitness, gain self-confidence & improve self-discipline while learning this traditional art of self-defense. New students must pay by the first Wednesday of the month. ___________________________________________________ Ages 5-Adult Wed & Fri Ongoing 6:15-7:45 p.m. ___________________________________________________

This class gets parents involved with their toddlers as they explore kid-friendly, skill-building activities together. ___________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Age 15 mos - 2 yrs Tuesday 5:45 - 6:15 p.m. $17/$34 * Parent must stay. ___________________________________________________

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Gym & Swim

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This is a combined 45-minute gym class followed by a 30minute swim orientation. This program is designed to aid in the development of movement skills, eye-hand/foot coordination & game playing. The swimming portion is an orientation to water & swimming skills, but this is not a swimming class. Child must be potty trained. _________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 3-5 Tue/Thurs 9:45-11:00 a.m. $45/$90 _________________________________________________

Double Dutch Team

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Girls and boys in grades 3rd-high school learn the skills for competitive double dutch jumping! Practices are held Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30-8:00 pm, beginning October 4. Jumpers compete in city, state and national competitions. This is a great way to introduce health and wellness in a fun environment for your child! ______________________________________________ Registrations September 1-30th. Grades 3-12 T&TH 6:30-8:00 p.m. $75/$85 __________________________________________________

Homeschool Gym

Join us for a low-key water & land program that is nonaggressive and non-competitive. The goal is physical fitness through a variety of experiences. _________________________________________________ 9/6 - 10/22 K-4th Grades Tues 9:45-10:30 $30/$90 9/6 - 10/22 K-4th Grades Thurs 9:45-10:30 $30/$90 10/24 - 12/10 5th-10th Tues 9:45-10:30 $30/$90 10/24 - 12/10 5th-10th Thurs 9:45-10:30 $30/$90 _________________________________________________

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Tippi Toes Dance

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register at TippiToesdance.com or call 578-1280 YMCA: 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Tippie Toes Dance Company Tippi Toes is a fun, encouraging & kid-friendly class for boys & girls. Children ages 3-6 will enjoy ballet, tap & jazz combo classes and children ages 7-12 will learn tasteful hip-hop/jazz dance. To enroll or learn more visit TippiToesDance.com or call Miss Andrea at 578-1280. If interested in class for children under 3, please call. Limited space available. ___________________________________________ All programs $45 per month

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Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

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Tumblers (Gymnastics)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

Youth Enrichment

This class is designed to give your child basic gymnastics knowledge and develop gross motor skills. Child must be 3 by first class. _______________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Age 3 Tuesdays 4:30-5:00 p.m. $24/$48 Age 3 Wednesdays 5:30-6:00 p.m. $24/$48 Age 3 Thursdays 4:30 - 5:00 p.m. $24/$48 Age 3 Saturday 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. $24/$48 Age 3 Saturday 10:05 - 10:35 a.m. $24/$48 Age 3 Saturday 11:30 - noon $24/$48 __________________________________________________

Bounders Too! (Gymnastics)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This is a longer class than Bounders, designed for a child wanting more but not ready for Developmental Twisters. This class will only be open for children who have taken 4 or more sessions of Tumblers/Bounders. __________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 4 ½-5 Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. $44/$88 Ages 4 ½-5 Saturdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. $44/$88 Ages 4 ½-5 Saturdays 10:05-11:05 a.m. $44/$88 __________________________________________________

Developmental Twisters (Gymnastics) Bounders (Gymnastics)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This class is a longer version of Tumblers, where emphasis is on movement education. Child must be 4 by first class. _______________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 4-5 Mondays 5:15-6:00 p.m. $33/$66 Ages 4-5 Tuesdays 4:30-5:15 p.m. $33/$66 Ages 4-5 Thursdays 4:30-5:15 p.m. $33/$66 Ages 4-5 Saturdays 9:35-10:20 p.m. $33/$66 Ages 4-5 Saturdays 11:15-noon $33/$66 __________________________________________________

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

This is a great class for a young gymnast with advanced strength and skill, who can handle a longer class. Invitation only. __________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 4-5 Fridays 4:30-6:00 p.m. $51/$102 __________________________________________________

Rollers (Gymnastics)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA For the beginning gymnast who has little or no gymnastics experience. __________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 6-12 Mon & Wed 4:30-5:15 p.m. $63/$126 Ages 6-12 Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Thursdays 5:00-6:00 p.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Saturdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Saturdays 10:05-11:05 a.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Saturdays 10:25-11:25 a.m. $51/$102 __________________________________________________

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Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Must have completed Rollers or equivalent and be able to do forward and backward rolls, back bend, handstand on floor, jump to front support on bars. ___________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 6-12 Mon & Wed 5:20-6:05 p.m. $63/$126 Ages 6-12 Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 p.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Wednesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Thursdays 5:15-6:15 p.m. $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Saturday 9:00-10:00am $51/$102 Ages 6-12 Saturday 10:40-11:40am $51/$102 ____________________________________________________

Kippers (Gymnastics)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Must have completed Swingers or equivalent and be able to do round-offs, forward roll on balance beam. _________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 6-12 Mon & Wed 5:20-6:05 p.m. $63/$126 __________________________________________________

Twisters Pre-Team Level 3

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Designed for the skilled gymnast as a stepping stone to our competitive team. A good class for the serious gymnast. Must have instructor approval to enroll. ___________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-6:15 p.m. $110/$220 ___________________________________________________

Beginning Tumbling

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This class is designed for the beginner who wants to learn rolls, cartwheels, back bends and round-offs. Class focuses only on floor tumbling skills. ____________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 5-12 Friday 4:30-5:15 pm $35/ $70 ____________________________________________________

Tumbling

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This class is designed for the beginner who wants to learn rolls, cartwheels, back bends & round-offs. Class focuses only on floor tumbling skills. Your child can advance the skills depending on child’s experience. _________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 6+ Saturday 11:15 a.m. - noon $35/$70 _________________________________________________

Boys Gymnastics

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Designed to give boys the opportunity to practice difficult gymnastics events in order to build strength, coordination & flexibility. This class is for beginning male gymnasts with little or no experience. _________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 6+ Friday 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. $44/$88 _________________________________________________

Private Gymnastics Lessons

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA If your son or daughter needs a little extra time to get the skills they need, consider a private lesson. Set up through instructor of your choice, based on availability of all. Can be sold in packages. ____________________________________________________ Fee: Members $22/hr Non-Members $32/hr ____________________________________________________

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Youth Enrichment

Swingers (Gymnastics)

Kids Enrichment Programs Art Exploration

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Children will learn about various art forms while creating a variety of arts & crafts projects. Each session will end with an art show for the parents. _________________________________________________ Sessions: 9/6 - 10/22, 10/ 24 - 12/ 10, Winter sessions TBA Ages 3-5 Saturdays 10:00-10:45 a.m. $20/ $40 Ages 6-12 Saturdays 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. $20/$40 _________________________________________________

Youth Enrichment

Adventure Guides and Princesses

Location: Varies upon the activity Register at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA after September 15 513-521-7112 Join this fun-filled family program! Dads and sons/daughters enjoy camping, field trips, arts and crafts projects and so much more. This is a family strengthening program that incorporates character development, asset-building and increased involvement of parents with their children. The program runs from late fall- early June with a trip to Camp Ernst. ________________________________________________ Sessions: September - June Boys & Girls Grades 1-4 Mondays 10-10:30 a.m. Price TBA ________________________________________________

Parent’s Night Out

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Members: $10/night Program Participants: $20/night Register in advance at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA. Let our trained child care staff watch your children while you enjoy a night out! This program is open to children between the ages of 1 and 12 years. Children will enjoy a variety of arts & crafts, games, science & nature, making friends, and much more! A snack with juice is provided and children 6 years of age and older will get to swim in our water park. _______________________________________________ Dates: September 17, October 15, November 19 & Dec. 17 Ages 1 - 12 Saturdays 6:00 -10:00 p.m. $10/$20 _______________________________________________

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Winton Woods, Parky’s Farm (10073 Daly Road) Register online at www.GreatParks.org by September 9. Come to Parky’s Farm with your preschooler or toddler for our three day camp. This camp gives parents and children a chance to explore Parky’s Farm together. We will be making crafts, meeting farm animals, reading stories, watching puppet shows and playing games together. Each day is different, so you may want to register for one, two or three days! Programs are recommended for ages two to five years. _________________________________________________ Ages 2-5 Mon-Wed Sep. 12-14 9:30 -11 a.m. $30.00 per child for three days, $25.00 per child for two days and $12.50 for one day. One adult is complimentary. _________________________________________________

Honey Harvest

Winton Woods, Parky’s Farm (10073 Daly Road) No Cost Register by calling (513) 521-3276 ext. 100 Bring your own “busy bees” to the bee celebration during Great Outdoor Weekend 2011! Wiggle the waggle dance, pollinate flowers, build a hive, try out beekeepers’ gear, look into the hive and discover why honeybees are so important. Extract honey from the hives with help from the Southwestern Ohio Beekeepers Association. Buy an empty jar and fill it with one pound of honey or buy a pre-filled jar for $6.50. Honey will be available while supplies last. Pony rides, wagon rides and the playbarn will be offered for a nominal fee. __________________________________________________ Friday, September 23 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. _________________________________________________

Luminary Tree Hike

Glenwood Gardens (10397 Springfield Pike) No cost No registration required (please check in at Gatehouse) Come to Glenwood Gardens this evening for a magical hike through lantern-lit woods. Guided groups will depart every eight minutes between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm. You will meet trees with character! At each station you’ll see a tree-spirit character who will tell you to the legends and lore associated with that tree. Bring along a roasting stick to toast marshmallows over the fire while you wait for your group to depart. The guided hike takes approximately one hour to complete. While there is no charge for the hike, you must check in at the gatehouse to receive your departure time and ticket. Saturday, September 24 6:30 pm

After School Programs

Youth Enrichment

Growing Up A Farm Kid

Math Games

West College Hill Community Center (Corner of North Bend and Simpson Ave.) Register by calling 513-542-7379 Presented by the West College Hill Neighborhood Services and students from North College Hill High School Math just isn’t for school, it’s for fun too! That’s the message of this enrichment program where high school student volunteers lead elementary school children in games with a math foundation. Refreshments will be served. _________________________________________________ Sessions: School Mondays, October - May Grades K-6 Mondays 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free __________________________________________________

YMCA Before and After School Child Care In Your School

Locations: John Paul II, North College Hill Elementary, Winton Montessori, Winton Woods Elementary, Winton Woods Primary North and Winton Woods Primary South Fees: varies by site and schedule – please stop by the Y for a tuition guide. Times: Before school care starts at 6 a.m. Before school care starts at 6:30 a.m., except Winton Montessori which starts at 7:30 a.m. After school care runs until 6:00 p.m. Register at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (*Register for the Winton Montessori after school care in their school office.) 513-521-7112 The YMCA provides children with a safe place to learn, play and grow before and after school. All of our programs are licensed by the state of Ohio and meet high quality standards. Children can look forward to making new friends and participating in new activities each day.

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School’s Out Days

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Members: $35/day Program Participants: $45/day Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Registration: Register at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA beginning August 8. 513-521-7112 School’s out, but the Y is in! Children in kindergarten through 6th grade can look forward to crafts, games, swimming, making friends & much more! ___________________________________________________ Dates: October 14, 17 & 21, November 23 (dates are subject to change) Times: 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ___________________________________________________

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Location: Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Grades K-6 Members: $35/day or $135/week Program Participants: $45/day or $170 Week December 19- 23 & December 26-30 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. School’s out, but the Y is in! Children in kindergarten through 6th grade can look forward to crafts, games, swimming, making friends & much more!

Preschool Registration

School Address Northminster Children’s Co-op 703 Compton

Ages 2-4

Hours M,W,F 9:30 a.m.- 1p.m

Fees $48-$130 mo

Phone Number 931-0243 x 106

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

9601 Winton

3-5

M-F 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

$165/$205 wk

521-7112

Mt. Healthy Preschool

North Elementary 3-5

M-TH (a.m. & p.m. sessions) $125/mo

728-4984

Mt Healthy Preschool

South Elementary 3-5

M-TH (a.m. & p.m. sessions) $125/mo

728-4984

Northwest Local Preschool

3308 Compton

M-F (a.m. & p.m. session)

$0-$200 mo (income based) 385-8000

St Vivian Preschool

885 Denier Place 3-4

T-TH

$90-$130 mo

* Register at the enrollment center located at 7615 Harrison Avenue

* Register at the enrollment center located at 7615 Harrison Avenue

3-5

522-6858

WeTHRIVE! Community Wellness in Action!

WeTHRIVE! is a county-wide movement to increase healthy eating and physical activity, while decreasing tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. We’re already at work in Springfield Township and there are many opportunities for residents, schools, churches and organizations to get involved. • COMMUNITY GARDENS: WeTHRIVE! works with area churches to plant gardens to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for the community. Get your church on board by contacting WeTHRIVE! Community Outreach Coordinator Tonya Key at Tonya.Key@hamilton-co.org. • FAITH-BASED WELLNESS PLANS: WeTHRIVE! can help your church develop a wellness plan to keep the mind, body and soul healthy and thriving. Contact WeTHRIVE! Community Outreach Coordinator Tonya Key at Tonya.Key@hamilton-co.org. • SHARED USE: WeTHRIVE! encourages schools and churches to provide safe places for residents to be physically active by opening their gyms and playgrounds to the community. To get your school or church involved, contact WeTHRIVE! Community Outreach Coordinator Tonya Key at Tonya.Key@hamilton-co.org. • PHYSICIAN GROUPS: WeTHRIVE! partner Cincinnati Children’s is recruiting physicians to join the movement to receive guidance on how to better identify, assess and counsel obese children. Learn more by contacting Stacy Kramer at Stacy.Kramer@hamilton-co.org.

For more information on WeTHRIVE! and to join the movement, go to www.WatchUsThrive.org. Like WeTHRIVE! on Facebook (facebook.com/WatchUsThrive) and follow us on Twitter (twitter.com/WatchUsThrive).

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Clubs & Scouts

Teens!

Leaders’ Club

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This is a YMCA physical education service club for teens ages 12-18. Club members volunteer to assist in the leadership of YMCA programs & activities, focusing in the sports & aquatics departments. The club will train & develop leadership skills.

Youth Enrichment

Teen Achievers

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) Register by calling 521- 7112 myy.org Presented by Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA This group is open to anyone in grades 7-12. The club will work on Toastmasters, Youth in Government & more.

Girl Scouts! The Girl Scout leadership experience engages girls in discovering self, connecting with others, and taking action to make the world a better place. From planting their first community garden, to learning to say “hi’ in Swahili, to making lifelong

Boy Scouts!

friendships, Girl Scouts turns boring days into days girls will remember all their lives. To learn more check out www.girlscoutsofwesternohio.org or call the Girl Scout

Center at 513-489-1025. To talk with a local volunteer contact The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent Tracy Hiles at thiles092797@msn.com or call 513-563-6398. values-based youth development organization. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. The Boy Scouts of America believe that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society. Cub Scouts – Ages 6 – 10 1/2 Boy Scouts – Ages 10 1/2 - 18 Co-Ed Venture Program – Ages 14 – 20 For information, contact Jason Smith at the BSA Dan Beard Council office: 577-7700 ext. 7714. Please leave a message and Jason will return your call. Or e-mail Jason at smith.jason@scouting.org

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Springfield Township Ages 15-20

Youth Enrichment

Explorers!

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be on the

police force? Do you have a general interest in criminal justice? Maybe The Springfield Township Explorers program is what you’ve been looking for!

Named “Best Post in Ohio 2010”

The Explorers program is operated in conjunction with Learning for Life, a national program associated with the Boy Scouts of America. This program is open to area youth between 15 and 20 years of age who have an interest in law enforcement. The explorer will receive a minimum of 40 hours of training in basic Law Enforcement in an Explorer Academy, and then receive ongoing training throughout the year through in-serve training at monthly meetings, along with riding with patrol officers. Explorers also attend various field trips. Explorers have the opportunity to demonstrate their learned skills while competing against other Explorer posts in both local and national competitions. Police Explorers also assist the police department in various functions such as assisting with crowd control and parking at large events and festivals in the township. The Springfield Township Law Enforcement Explorer Post has won several best overall post awards in Tri-state competitions over the past several years, and was named the best post in Ohio in 2010. Many of our former explorers have gone on to careers in law enforcement both at the local and federal levels. For more information on our Explorer Program contact the Springfield Township Police department at 729-1300 or learn more at www.springfieldtwp.org/ExplorerPost.cfm. FALL&WINTER2011 - 2012

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YOUTH Sports For Registrations Running September - February

Youth Sports

Baseball Sport Coach Pitch /T-Ball

Organization Corpus Christi Athletic Association

Open Registration Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

Org. Website www.ccaasports.org

Coach Pitch /T-Ball

Finneytown Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.leaguelineup.com/faabaseball

Coach Pitch/T-Ball

Pleasant Run Farms Athletic Assoc.

Jan. 1 – March 31

www.pleasantrunfarms.org

Intro to Baseball

Corpus Christi Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.ccaasports.org

Baseball

Corpus Christi Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.ccaasports.org

Pony League

Finneytown Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.leaguelineup.com/faabaseball

Baseball

Finneytown Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.leaguelineup.com/faabaseball

Baseball

Pleasant Run Farms Athletic Assoc.

Jan. 1 – March 31

www.pleasantrunfarms.org

Corpus Christi Athletic Association Baseball

Contact Person: T – Ball, Baseball - Rick Meinking 851-0481; rmeinking@fuse.net To register: call or e-mail Rick Meinking CCAA is a youth organization that teaches fundamentals and sportsmanship to the children of the community. Family membership is $20 per calendar year. _________________________________________________________________________ Coach pitch/T - Ball Ages 4 – 6 $40 Intro to Baseball Age 7 $45 D Class Baseball Ages 8 – 9 $50 C Class Baseball Ages 10 – 11 $55 B Class Baseball Ages 12 – 13 $60 A Class Baseball Ages 14 – 15 $70 A Major Baseball Ages 15 – 17 $90 _________________________________________________________________________

Finneytown Athletic Association Baseball

Contact Person: T – Ball, Baseball – Jason Swartwout 521-2563 To register: download form at www.leaguelineup.com/faabaseball or call Kim Fain 641-4551; kfain@cinci.rr.com FAA baseball is open to all boys, 5 – 17 years old, residing in the Finneytown School District or attending a school located within the district. Our goal is to teach the basics of baseball in a competitive league play setting and to have fun. _________________________________________________________________________________ By Feb. 13 After Feb. 13 Coach pitch/T - Ball Ages 5 – 6 $65 $75 Intro to Baseball Age 7 $85 $95 D Class Baseball Ages 8 – 9 $85 $95 C Class Baseball Ages 10 – 11 $85 $95 B Class Baseball Ages 12 – 13 $85 $95 A Class Baseball Ages 14 – 15 $90 $100 AA Class Baseball Ages 15 – 17 $110 $120

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Pleasant Run Farms Athletic Association Baseball

Contact Person: T – Ball, Baseball - Marc Ferguson 825-2669; prfbaseball@yahoo.com To register: download form at www.pleasantrunfarms.org or call Marc Ferguson PRFAA offers youth sports teams that participate in a fun, friendly environment while emphasizing the teaching and coaching of fundamentals needed for competitive sports. PRF residents must be PRF Civic Association members. Non PRF residents pay an athletic fee of $10/child or $25/family. ________________________________________________________ Coach Pitch T – Ball Ages 4 – 6 $50 Instructional Baseball Age 7 Only $50 D Class Baseball Ages 8 – 9 $75 C Class Baseball Ages 10 – 11 $75 B Class Baseball Ages 12 – 13 $75 A Class Baseball Ages 14 – 15 $75 A Major Baseball Ages 15 – 17 $75_________

Sport Basketball

Organization Finneytown Athletic Association

Open Registration Begins September

Org. Website www.leaguelineup.com/faabasketball

Peewee BB

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

September - October

www.myy.org

Youth Basketball

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

September - October

www.myy.org

Youth Sports

Basketball

Finneytown Athletic Association Basketball for Girls and Boys

Contact Person: Rob Burlew - iamburlew@yahoo.com To register: Registration forms sent home through Finneytown Elementary School or print form from website www.leaguelineup.com/faabasketball FAA is open to all boys and girls from 3rd grade through middle school residing in the Finneytown School District or attending a school located within the district. Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of the game while competing in the Southwest Ohio Sports basketball league. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Basketball Grades 3 - 6 $50 by Oct. 22 $25 late fee after Oct. 22 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Basketball

To register: In person at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA. 521- 7112 Seasons are seven weeks long. First session runs November - December. Winter session runs January - February. All levels instruct an age appropriate level of basketball. Practices are weekday evenings once a week, with games on Saturdays. All participants receive a team shirt and trophy. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Peewee BB Ages 3 - 4 & 5 - 6 $50 (YMCA members) $85 (program participants) Youth Basketball Ages 7 - 9 & 10 - 12 $50 (YMCA members) $85 (program participants) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Cheerleading Sport Cheerleading Cheerleading

Organization Bengals Youth Football & Cheer Org.

Open Registration Org. Website Jan. 1 – July 28 www.leaguelineup.com/bengalsyouthfootball

Finneytown Athletic Association Cheer. Begins September

www.leaguelineup.com/faacheerleading

Bengals Youth Football and Cheerleading Organization (BYFCO)

Youth Sports

Contact Person: Winnie Stanaley – 824-2391; bengalsyouthfootball1@yahoo.com To register: Print form from website www.leaguelineup.com/bengalsyouthfootball May register at any Fifth Third Bank under the Bengals Youth Football and Cheerleading Organization account. BYFCO was formed to provide a competitive youth tackle football and cheerleading environment for boys and girls. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Cheerleading Ages 4 – 12 $95 by May 21 $115 after May 21 $100 accessory pack fee _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Finneytown Athletic Association Cheerleading

Contact Person: Diana Watson - 521-1525; bwatson@zoomtown.com To register: Registration forms sent home through Finneytown Elementary Schools or download form at www.leaguelineup.com/faacheerleading Our goal is to provide a safe and fun environment while learning the basics of cheerleading. FAA Cheerleading is open to anyone in grades K - 6 who resides or attends school in the Finneytown Local School District or surrounding communities. ________________________________________________________________ Cheerleading Grades K - 6 $95 Includes complete uniform from bow to toe! _________________________________________________________________

Football Sport Football

Organization Bengals Youth Football & Cheer Org.

Open Registration Jan. 1 – July 28

Org. Website www.leaguelineup.com/bengalsyouthfootball

Flag Football

Bengals Youth Football & Cheer Org.

Jan. 17 – March 26

www.leaguelineup.com/bengalsyouthfootball

Football

Finneytown Athletic Association

Jan. 9 – June 25

www.leaguelineup.com/finneytownwildcats

Football

Finneytown Falcons Youth Athletics

Jan. 1 – May 13

www.finneytownfalcons.org

Football

St. Bartholomew Athletic Association March 1 - May 30

www.stbartssports.org

Bengals Youth Football & Cheerleading Organization (BYFCO)

Contact Person: Eric Harrison (Coach E.) 693-5061; bengalsyouthfootball1@yahoo.com To register: Print form from website www.leaguelineup.com/bengalsyouthfootball. May register at any Fifth Third Bank under the Bengals Youth Football and Cheerleading Organization account. Open to boys and girls ages 4 – 12 years, BYFCO is a traveling instructional/competitive team that introduces and builds skill/ tactics of flag football. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Flag Football Ages 4 – 12 $15 resident $20 non-resident Football Ages 4 – 12 $75 by May 21 $85 after May 21

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Finneytown Athletic Association Football

Contact Person: Darren Stevens 277-9332; faafootball@gmail.com To register: On line www.leaguelineup.com/finneytownwildcats or call Darren Stevens The Finneytown Athletic Association has been providing sports for our youth for over 50 years. FAA provides a positive environment for all children involved in sport while teaching our youth life skills along the way. The football program is open to all residents within the Finneytown School District and surrounding areas. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Football Grades K – 6 $95 *subject to change _______________________________________________________________________________________

Finneytown Falcons Youth Athletics Football

Youth Sports

Contact Person: Shaun Howard 602-9220 or Larry Jones 886-7302 To register: On line http://finneytownfalcons.org or in person at the Springfield Township Senior/Community Center, 9158 Winton Road at 6 p.m. on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Also, at the Center from 9 am – 12 noon on March 25 and May 13. Finneytown Falcons Youth Football provides its athletes, parents and volunteers with a positive experience through the education of fundamental development, continuous skill assessment and preparation for lifelong learning and service to others. We will promote strength of family and development of character. We promote diversity by welcoming boys and girls of all races, religious beliefs and cultural backgrounds. ___________________________________________________________________________ Football Grades K – 6 $125 *subject to change ___________________________________________________________________________

St. Bartholomew / St. Vivian Athletic Association

To register: Download registration from www.stbartssports.org Open to boys in 1st through 8th grade attending St. Bartholomew or St. Vivian parishes or schools. Also open to other affiliated member parishes. ________________________________________________________ Football Grades 1 - 8 $100 _________________________________________________________

Soccer Sport Soccer, Jr. Academy

Organization Kolping Soccer Club

Open Registration Sept. 15 - Nov. 1

Org. Website www.kolpingsoccer.com

Soccer, Indoor Training

Kolping Soccer Club

Sept. 15 - Nov. 1

www.kolpingsoccer.com

Peewee Soccer

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

February - March

www.myy.org

Youth Soccer

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA

February - March

www.myy.org

Select Soccer

STAR Soccer Club

Starts October 3

www.starsoccerclub.org

Kolping Soccer Club

Contact Person: Will Riedel 532-2125, williamriedel@me.com Jr. Academy, Indoor Training Kolping Soccer Club is now accepting applications for its Junior Developmental Academy. The goal of the KOLPING JUNIOR ACADEMY is to provide the developmental bridge between recreational (SAY soccer) and competitive soccer through advanced player development. With age specific professional instruction, players are presented with FUN soccer activities that involve competition by maximizing soccer player development. ____________________________________________________________________________ Soccer Academy Ages 5-8 $70 Indoor Training Ages 8-18 $55 Both Programs begin November 1st

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Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Spring Soccer

Youth Sports

Location: Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) To register: In person at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA. In our instructional soccer programs, your child will learn the basics of soccer in a non-competitive atmosphere. Practices are weekday afternoons, once a week, with games on Saturdays. The season is seven weeks long and all participants receive a team shirt during the first week, and a trophy and swim party at the end of the season. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Peewee Soccer Ages 3 - 4 & 5 - 6 $50 YMCA members $85 program participants Youth Soccer Ages 7 - 9 $50 YMCA members $85 program participants _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

STAR Soccer Club

Contact: Wil Cagle, Director of coaching 608-1581 doc@starsoccerclub.org To register: Visit club website, www.starsoccerclub.org and create an account by clicking on Register in top corner. After creating account, users can register for any listed program. Tryout Dates: Nov 12-13 at Stephanie Hummer Park, 661 North Bend Road. STAR Soccer Club is a non-profit organization established to provide area youth with quality training in the many aspects of the game of soccer and competition at a competitive level. We hope to develop self-discipline, dedication and confidence in each athlete. We believe the competitive athletic experience can enhance social development, contribute to mental and physical health and teach the values of teamwork and responsibility. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Select Soccer: Boys and girls 6 – 18 years old $125 - $450 depending on age and team U7 – U14 Spring and Fall, U15 – U18 Fall only STAR Winter Skills Training Camp - at TriCounty SoccerPlex, 530 Northern Blvd. $70 Members/$90 Nonmembers Dates: Session 1, Dec 1-Jan 19; Session 2, Jan 26-Mar 1 _______________________________________________________________________________________

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Softball Sport

Organization

Open Registration

Org. Website

Softball

Corpus Christi Athletic Association

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

www.ccaasports.org

Softball

Finneytown Athletic Association

Jan. 30 – March 31

www.leaguelineup.com/faasoftball

Softball

Pleasant Run Farms Athletic Assoc.

Jan. 1 – March 31

www.pleasantrunfarms.org

Corpus Christi Athletic Association Softball

Finneytown Athletic Association Softball

Contact Person: Softball – Tony Bramble 931-9227; tonybramble@aol.com To register: download form at www.leaguelineup.com/faasoftball or Tony Bramble FAA softball is open to all girls, 6 – 14 years old, residing in the Finneytown School District or attending a school located within the district. Our goal is to teach the basics of softball in a competitive league play setting and to have fun. _____________________________________________________________________________________ By March 31 After March 31 Softball Ages 6 – 14 $60* $70* *Prices subject to change ______________________________________________________________________________________

Pleasant Run Farms Athletic Association Softball

Contact Person: Softball - Marc Ferguson 825-2669; prfbaseball@yahoo.com To register: download forms at www.pleasantrunfarms.org or call Marc Ferguson PRFAA offers youth sports teams that participate in a fun, friendly environment while emphasizing the teaching and coaching of fundamentals needed for competitive sports. PRF residents must be PRF Civic Association members. Non PRF residents pay an athletic fee of $10/child or $25/family. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Instructional Softball Ages 5 – 7 $50 Modified Fast Pitch Softball Ages 8 – 11 $65 Fast Pitch Softball Ages 12 – 18 $65 _______________________________________________________________________________________

Volleyball Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA Volleyball

Location: Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) To register: In person at Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA. . Registration begins in January Calling all girls AND boys ages 8 - 15! Volleyball is our most successful program for the 8 - 12 age group and we’re looking forward to seeing how our teens love it, too! Whether you are an experienced or beginning player, you’ll learn and love the game. Season runs February - April. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Youth Volleyball Ages 8 - 12 $50 YMCA members $85 program participants Teen Volleyball Ages 13 - 15 $50 YMCA members $85 program participants _______________________________________________________________________________________________

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Youth Sports

Contact Person: Softball: Rich Moore 227-3214 To register: call Rich Moore CCAA is a youth organization that teaches fundamentals and sportsmanship to the children of the community. Family membership is $20 per calendar year. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Instructional Softball Ages 4 – 7 $40 Fast Pitch Softball Ages 8 – 18 $70 _______________________________________________________________________________________

Aquatics!

Powel Crosley Jr., YMCA

9601 Winton Road www.myy.org 513-521-7112 (Please call to register in advance) Heated Indoor and Outdoor Pools! Call for affordable membership rates

Aquatics

Swim Lessons

Members Fee: $20 - $30 Program Participants Fee: $60 - $90 Registration: sign up in person or go to http://www.myy.org/our-ys/branches/powel-crosley or by telephone at 513-521-7112 Class: Classes last for 7 weeks; new classes start every seven weeks throughout the school year. Parent/Child Swim Lessons (Ages 6 months - 3 years old) Parents are in the water with their child, participating in the class. Students are introduced to basic swimming skills as they learn safety & enjoyment in an aquatic environment. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Tuesdays 6:00-6:30 pm Wed. / Fri / or Sat. 10:00-10:30 am ________________________________________________ Blowfish Ages 2 ½-3 ½ years old This class is for children who have gone through Parent/Child classes and are very comfortable in the water & ready for small class participation. Invitation only. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Mon. or Tues. 5:30 - 6:30 pm Wed. or Fri. 9:30 - 10:30 am Sat 10:30 - 11:00 am ________________________________________________

Preschool Swim Lessons Ages 3-5

Pike For children with little to no swimming ability. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Mon. or Tues 10:00-10:30 am Mon. or Wed. 12:30-1:00 pm Mon. or Wed 6:00-6:30 pm Tuesdays 6:30-7:00 p. Thursdays 5:30-6:00 pm Saturdays 9:00-9:30 am

Pre-Eel For those children who have almost completed the Pike requirements but need more work. Comfortable in the water, can swim 15-20 feet consistently (any stroke) without a float belt. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Mondays 1:00-1:30pm or 6:30-7:00 pm Tuesdays 7:00-7:30pm Wednesdays 10:30-11:00 am or 6:30-7:00 pm Thursdays 1:00 - 1:30 pm Fridays 10:30-11:00 am Saturdays 9:30-10:0 am ________________________________________________ Eel Must be able to swim consistently front, back & side 10 yards without float belt; must be able to jump off the side and return to the wall without assistance. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Mondays 7:00-7:30 pm Tuesdays 10:30-11:00 am or 12:30 - 1:00 pm Wednesdays 1:00 - 1:30 pm or 7:00 - 7:30 pm Thursdays 12:30 - 1:00 pm Saturdays 11:00-11:30 am ________________________________________________ Ray/Starfish Front rhythmic breathing almost perfected; must be able to swim 25 yards each front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke; beginning to perfect sidestroke. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Mondays 7:30-8:00 pm Tuesdays 1:00-1:30 pm Saturdays 11:30 am-noon _________________________________________________

Youth Swim Lessons Ages 6-12

Polliwog For children with little or no swimming ability. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: __________________________________________________ Mondays 6:20-7:00 pm Tuesdays 6:30-7:10 pm Wed. or Thurs 6:00-6:40 pm Fridays 4:00-4:40 pm Saturdays 9:00-9:40 am

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Powel Crosley Jr., YMCA Aquatics (continued)

Guppy/Minnow Must be able to swim without belt 25 yards front, back and side; rudimentary rhythmic breathing on front. Jump in and return to side without assistance. Must be comfortable in deep water (10’). 1 day a week for 7 weeks. ________________________________________________ Tuesday 7:10-7:50 pm Thursday 6:40-7:20 pm Friday 4:40-5:20 p.m. ________________________________________________ Minnow Must be able to swim without belt 25 yards front, back and side; rudimentary rhythmic breathing on front. Jump in and return to side without assistance. Must be comfortable in deep water (10’). 1 day a week for 7 weeks. ________________________________________________ Saturday 10:20-11:00 am ________________________________________________ Fish/Flying Fish Must be able to swim 50 yards each front crawl with rotary breathing, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, back crawl and sidestroke; 15 yards butterfly; perform a standing dive. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Wednesdays 6:40-7:20 pm Fridays 5:20-6:00 pm Saturdays 11:00-11:40 am ________________________________________________

Stroke Class

Must be able to swim 50 yards each front crawl, back crawl, and Breast stroke __________________________________________________ Saturday 11:00-11:40 am __________________________________________________

Teen/Adult Swim Lessons Ages 13+

An instructional program for teens & adults who would like to learn to swim or are looking to improve their swimming skills. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. ________________________________________________ Wed. or Thurs. 7:20-8:00 pm $30/$90 Friday 9:30 - 10:10 am $30/$90 Tuesday (Beginner) 9:50 - 10:30 am $30/$90 Thursday (Advanced) 9:50 - 10:30 am $30/$90

Adapted Swim Lessons Ages 3+

Swim lessons for persons with special needs. These are based on pool & instructor availability and are set up one-on-one or for small groups. ________________________________________________ Day: Contact Mary Huber 7 lessons Fee: Members $40 Non-Members $80 ________________________________________________

Sandshark Swim Team

This is an introduction to competitive swimming without the full-scale commitment. Swimmers practice the basics of all four competitive strokes, starts, turns & finishes. Pre-competitive meets are scheduled within the session. Ages 5+. Must be able to swim 25 yards on front & back. Sessions: 9/28-12/9 ________________________________________________ Wednesday 5:30-6:15 pm Friday 4:45-5:30 pm Members $65 Non-Members $115 ________________________________________________

Tigershark Swim Team

Join the Tigershark Swim Team, one of the best YMCA teams in the United States. The team competes in YMCA and USA Swimming meets on the local, regional and national levels. Progressive practice groups are designed for swimmers of all levels, ages 6-18. . The short course (indoor pool) season runs September through April. Join the team for a two-week trial period for $25. Call Mike Leonard at the Powel Crosley Y (5217112) for more information.

Water Fitness

Member Fee: FREE! Program Participant Fee: $75 for 10 classes Registration: Register at the YMCA welcome center Aquatic exercise is an ideal way to attain and/or maintain aerobic fitness, increase flexibility and burn calories without high impact to the body. PCY offers shallow & deep water exercise programs. These classes emphasize core stability, strength & alignment, as well as aerobic conditioning. No swimming is required. Arthritis-low intensity; a gently warm water exercise program which soothes stiff joints & aching muscles Strength & Balance- low intensity Water Workout- medium intensity Splash Aerobics- medium/high intensity Deep Water Aerobics- medium/high intensity Aqua Jog- medium/high intensity

Aquatics

Guppy Swim without float belt 20 feet front, back and side; jump in and return to side without assistance. 1 day a week for 7 weeks. Available session times: ________________________________________________ Saturday 9:40-10:20 am ________________________________________________

Aquatic Theme Days

Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, puppets, swimming and snacks. Child must bring a small lunch, drink is provided. Emergency medical form must be on file. Must be potty trained. Ages 3-6. ________________________________________________ Sept 9, 23, Oct 14, 28, Nov 4, 18 Dec. 9, 16 12:00-3:00 pm Members $12 Non-Members $18 ________________________________________________

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Get well. Get fit. Get there… with Drake Center! Wellness Center Classes

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Aquatics! Adult Aquatic Exercise At Drake Indoor Aquatics Center (adults may join classes at any time)

151 W. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45216 Indoor Aquatic Center UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter 513-418-2727 (Please call to register in advance) Community Open Pool

These classes are available only on pass arrangement. _____________________________________________ Single visit pass $ 6 5-visit pass $28 10-visit pass $50 20-visit pass $82 Monday - Friday 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Monday - Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Friday 11:00 - noon Tuesday - Thursday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Friday - Saturday 11:00 - noon _____________________________________________

Swim Lessons

Adult Learn-to-Swim $50 for 8-week session meeting once a week This class is for improving or learning swimming strokes. Sessions are 50 minutes long. Saturdays 9:00 - 9:50 a.m. _______________________________________________

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Aquatics

Drake Center

Water Exercise General conditioning, mobility, endurance & strengthening Mon. , Wed. & Friday 9-9:50 a.m. Tues. & Thurs. 11-11:50 a.m. Tues. & Thurs. 1-1:50 p.m. Mon. & Wed. 6-6:50 p.m. ______________________________________________ Deep Water Exercise Advanced cardiovascular conditioning. Mon. & Fri. 10-10:50 a.m. Mon. & Fri. 5-5:50 p.m. _______________________________________________ Water Walking Lower-extremity strengthening Fridays 2-2:50 p.m. _______________________________________________ Beginner Basics Ongoing, progressive increase in mobility & independence Mon. & Thurs. 2-2:50 p.m. ______________________________________________ Arthritis Exercise Flexibility, range of motion and endurance Tues. & Thurs. 9-9:50 a.m. Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-7:20 p.m. Mon. & Wed. 11-11:50 a.m. Mon. & Wed. 3-3:50 p.m. Mon. ,Wed. & Friday 1-1:50 p.m. ______________________________________________ Back Strengthening Core trunk strengthening and stability Tues. & Thurs. 3-3:50p.m ______________________________________________ Low Impact Improving balance and coordination Tues. & Thurs. 5:30-6:20 p.m.

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HEALTHandWELLNESS Outdoor Running/Walking Tracks At Your Local School District

Health & Wellness

Finneytown School District McNulty Stadium at Finneytown Secondary Campus 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace Open to the public any time until dusk except during athletic events. Winton Woods City School District Winton Woods Middle School 147 Farragut Rd. Winton Woods High School 1231 W. Kemper Rd. Open to the public school days – 3 p.m. - dusk Weekends – 6 a.m. – dusk except during athletic events Spring (track season) - 6pm - dusk

Drake Center’s Community Wellness Open Gym

Drake Center, 151 W. Galbraith Road UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter Fee: $45 for 12 visits - No contract Presented by: Drake Center Registration Information: 513-418-2727 or 513-418-5867

North College Hill School District NCH High School -1620 West Galbraith Open to the community during the regular school day

The Drake Wellness Center is equipped with treadmills, nusteps, ellipticals, recumbent ellipticals, bikes, strength training equipment and more! The Center is staffed by an Exercise Physiologist. Open workout hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7am – 3:30pm.

Yoga Classes! Chair Strength Yoga For Senior Adults

St. Xavier High School Track 600 W. North Bend Rd Eight-lane all-weather track Open to the public during daylight hours, except during athletic events and practice. For event schedules, visit the athletic tab at stxavier.org

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Senior Center Members, $3 per class or 10 class package for $25 (Membership for ages 55 & better; $15 resident / $20 nonresident per year) Register by calling 522-1154, or visit www.springfieldtwp.org for more information Nora Dashley leads this Chair Strength Yoga, also called Chair-Fusion Yoga, class which focuses on balance, flexibility and strength training. You will enjoy Nora’s teaching style and enthusiasm as she guides you through the class. Wed. & Frid. 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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Yoga Classes! Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE No Pre-registration required. Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8104 Anusara means “flowing with grace,” “flowing with nature,” “following your heart.” This form of hatha yoga founded by John Friend has an uplifting philosophy, epitomized by a “celebration of the heart” that looks for the good in all people and all things. Students of all levels of ability and experience are honored for their unique differences, limitations, and talents. This class is offered free to the community. Saturdays 11:00 am September-February

Focused Flow-Vinyasa Yoga

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) $15/class drop in, $13/class with a 5-class pass, $12/class with a 10-class pass No Pre-registration required. For more information, contact Rose, director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8104 Vinyasa is a flow of movement and breath. During each class, the focus is on either an area of the body chosen by the participants or on specific awareness, breath, twist or balance. Class is followed by a relaxing 15 minute meditation. Monday 6:30 pm Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am

Ashtanga Yoga

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) $15/class drop in, $13/class with a 5-class pass, $12/ class with a 10-class pass No Pre-registration (513)761-1697 x8104 Traditional Ashtanga classes link movement and breath at a steady pace for a well rounded workout. You will learn traditional poses, posture variations and flowing transitions between poses. In addition to increasing your strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness, this class will revive your energy, renew your spirit, and help you develop and deepen your own Yoga practice. Mon. & Wed. 7:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am

Hatha Yoga

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) $15/class drop in, $13/class with a 5-class pass, $12/class with a 10-class pass No Pre-registration required. Contact Rose Aleman director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8104 Perfect for those new to yoga, this slow-paced stretch focused class incorporates simple breathing techniques, relaxation and a brief meditation. Thursday 6:00 pm

Kundalini Yoga

Centennial Barn (110 Compton) $15/class drop in, $13/class with a 5-class pass, $12/class with a 10-class pass No Pre-registration required. For more information, contact Rose, director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8104 This yoga is a technology that ac accelerates the development of your full human and spiritual potential. Each class is taught from the heart and includes asana, breathing, mantra, mudra, and meditation to provide you with a complete experience. Some yoga experience recommended but not required. Monday & Friday 9:30 am Tuesday 7:30 pm

Health & Wellness

Anasura Yoga

Yoga (YMCA)

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Yoga postures will be taught for beginners & those with limitations. Come to learn & practice gentle, modified postures that enhance spirit, mind & body.

Yoga (NHUMC)

Northern Hills United Methodist Church 6700 Winton Road $5 class For information call 513-542-4010 or email nhumc45224@zoomtown.com Sundays, 6:00 p.m.

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Group Exercise Programs! Aerobics

Northern Hills United Methodist Church 6700 Winton Road $5 per class For information call 513-542-4010 or email nhumc45224@zoomtown.com Low impact, beginner to intermediate aerobics. Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.

Health & Wellness

Aerofit

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 A program designed to educate and instruct individuals who want an easy-to-follow program of cardiovascular, strength & stretching. Participants are encouraged to follow along at their own pace. Great for beginners.

Bellydancing

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Tone your entire core with a glute strengthening, ab tightening, hip shaking cardio bellydance workout. Join Stephanie, a professional bellydancer, for a fun workout set to Middle Eastern music in a Zumba-style format. All levels welcome – absolute beginner to advanced.

Body Sculpting

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Lift weights in a classroom setting to firm & shape the upper body (arms, chest, back) and lower body (hips, thighs, abs). Participants work with hand weights & barbells to improve muscle tone, flexibility & posture. Ball & bands may also be used.

Cardio Pump

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Join Kathy for intervals of cardio & toning segments for a great workout. This is a high intensity interval training class that can push you to a new fitness level.

Exercise Program For Seniors

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Senior Center Members, $2 per class (Membership for ages 55 & better; $15 resident / $20 non-resident per year) Register by calling 522-1154, www.springfieldtwp.org Ellen Boggas brings her experience as an exercise instructor to get your whole body moving while having fun. Stretching and light weight work-outs are essential to good health and this exercise class will guide you through the type of work-out that will keep you feeling good. Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – Noon

Fun with Fitness

Drake Center (151 W. Galbraith Road) Wellness Center UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter $8 for single class visit or $78 for 8 week session Registration Information: 513-418-2727 This class will build cardiovascular fitness and muscle tone by utilizing free weights, tubing and resistance balls. Emphasis will be on core strengthening to improve posture and balance. Classes are 50 minutes long. Mon and Wed 5:00-5:50 pm

Kettlebell

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org $20 month, Must be a member of the YMCA Class combines strength & cardio in a fast-paced strength work-out using 10+ pound kettlebells. Mondays or Wednesdays 7:50-8:20 pm

Kickboxing

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 A high-intensity, total body workout, incorporating strength training, cardiovascular exercise & non-contact kicks & punches.

Line Dancing For Seniors

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Senior Center Members, $4 per class (Membership for ages 55 & better; $15 resident / $20 non-resident per year) Register by calling 522-1154, www.springfieldtwp.org Jerry and Kathy Helt know their way around a dance floor and are very experienced at teaching line dancing. So, kick up your heels, get your body moving and have some fun on Thursday mornings. What a great way to start your day! Thursdays 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

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Pilates

Stability Ball

Pilates

Step Aerobics

Drake Center (151 W. Galbraith Road) Pilates Room UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter $35 for 30 minute 8-week Pilates meeting once a week Registration Information: 513-418-2727 Get your mind in tune with your body. Learn proper breathing, build strength, improve flexibility and develop a strong core. Monday (30-minute session) 12:15 – 12:45 pm

R&B Line Dancing

West College Hill Neighborhood Services Center Corner of North Bend and Simpson Ave Register by calling 542-7379 For exercise and for fun - this class will have you learning all the latest line dance moves for all generations of R&B hits. Beginners welcome! Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm

SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Rd) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Combine fun & fitness to increase your cardiovascular & muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work using handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles & a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, head to toe stretching & complete relaxation in a comfortable position. Tuesday 11:05 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Thursday 10:00 a.m. -10:45 a.m.

SilverSneakers MSROM

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Have fun & move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, & activity for daily living skills. Handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles & a chair are used for seated and/or standing support. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:05 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 This class uses stability balls & weights to strengthen & stretch while emphasizing core muscle strength.

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 High intensity, low impact program for men & women. The program involves stepping up & down on an adjustable platform while simultaneously performing upper body movements.

Stretching/Ball Stretch

Health & Wellness

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 This class adds core strengthening & stretching to your fitness routine through Joseph Pilates’ teachings.

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 Stretches will be taught for relaxation, stress release, flexibility & fun. Learn & practice in a class setting; continue on your own at home.

Stroke Rehab

Drake Center (151 W. Galbraith Road) Wellness Center UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter $8 for single class visit or $78 for 8 week session Registration Information: 513-418-2727 This class will build strength, improve posture and balance as well as increase mobility and enhance activities of daily living. Sessions are 50 minutes long. Monday and Friday 11-11:50 a.m.

Studio Cycling

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 One of the most popular cardio workouts! Classes are held in the cycling studio. Water bottle & towel are required for class.

T’ai Chi

Drake Center (151 W. Galbraith Road) Wellness Center UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter $8 for single class visit or $78 for 8 week session Registration Information: 513-418-2727 Flowing exercises to improve breathing, balance and coordination. Wednesdays 4-4:50 p.m.

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Video Exercise Instruction For Seniors

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Senior Center Members, FREE (Membership for ages 55 & better; $15 resident / $20 non-resident per year) Register by calling 522-1154, www.springfieldtwp.org These exercise videos will keep you moving! Join this group of health minded seniors for fun and friendship. Tuesdays 11:00 a.m. – Noon

Zumba

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA (9601 Winton Road) For More information call 521-7112 or visit myy.org Members: Free Program Participants: 10 class pass for $75 This class is based on exciting & unique Latin moves & rhythms. A great workout that is easy to learn & lots of fun! ZUMBA: the class that is taking the world by storm!

Adult Programs

Tae Kwon Do / Martial Arts

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Springfield Township resident $40 per month Non-resident per month $50 per month Register by calling 522-1154, visit www.springfieldtwp.org search keyword “Tae Kwon Do” Ken Phillips, from Spirit of the Tiger Martial Arts, brings his 25 years of experience as a martial arts instructor to offer classes in Tae Kwon Do to children and adults of all levels. Tae Kwon Do is a martial art employing self-defense techniques, kicking forms and sparring practice. Each session is one month long with classes offered on Monday and Thursday evenings. Students may attend as many classes as they would like during this month. Adults Mondays and Thursdays ongoing 8:15 p.m. – 9:05 p.m. *Students from all classes will be required to have a full set of sparring safety gear that will be included in the equipment fee due at the time they enroll. ($95) The equipment fee will include the sparring gear and the TKD uniform.

Tae Kwon Do

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, 9601 Winton Road YMCA members - $36 per month; Non – members - $56 per month Register by calling 521-7112 An excellent program to enhance your level of physical fitness, gain self-confidence & improve self-discipline while learning this traditional art of self-defense. New students must pay by the first Wednesday of the month. Wednesday and Friday 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.

Jin Judo

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, (9601 Winton Road) Adults - $40 per month Register by calling 521-7112 Judo is a system of self-defense & exercise designed to keep people of all ages mentally & physically fit. It focuses on leverage & balance over strength & force. Judo is an Olympic sport and is currently the second most popular sport in the world. Tuesday 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Sunday Night Co-Rec Volleyball League

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, 9601 Winton Road $246 per team Register by calling 521-7112 This league consists of 2 co-rec 6’s brackets (A & B levels of play). Games are played on Sunday nights between 6 p.m. & 10 p.m. / Sunday - game times vary between 6:00 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Parkinson’s Exercise Class

Drake Center (151 W. Galbraith Road) Wellness Center $50 for 8-week session meeting once a week This class will focus on stretching and strengthening exercises designed to improve balance, coordination, mobility/gait, posture and flexibility. Wednesday (50-minute session) 11-11:50 a.m.

Entertainment! Third Fridays at the Barn

Fridays, October 21, November 28, December 16 2011, J anuary 20, F ebruary 17, 2012 7:30 p.m -10:30 p.m. Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd) FREE Contact Maria Meyer mmeyer@centennialbarn.org (513)761-1697 x8102 Enjoy music and performances from local artists and musicians on the third Friday of every month.

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Adult Programs

ARTSandCRAFTS Adult Creative Arts Class

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Road) $99 for 12 sessions, includes some supplies; Register by calling 761-1697, x8101 Instructor: Joan Hock Explore self expression through the visual arts with local artist Joan Hock. You will work with a variety of mediums, including water color, acrylics and pastels. Tuesday evenings starting in September. Call for more details!

Think, Pray, Paint

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Road) $110 for 8 sessions, or $20/class drop in fee Contact Rose Aleman director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 ext 8104 In this workshop you will explore the BIG concepts of art and consider what makes a painting work. We’ll look at the principles of design that help all artists create dynamic composition in their work, including ideas such as balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm and unity. And we’ll discuss what inspires our artwork and gives us energy for painting. This workshop series is for painters using any medium and at any level of experience. Led by Barb Smucker, Pendleton Studio artist. Thursday mornings starting in October 2011. Call for more details!

CommunityGardening! Franciscan Community Gardens

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Road $20.00 for a 10 x 10 ft plot, $35 for a 10 x 20 ft plot Application Required. (Now accepting applications) Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialbarn.org or 761-1697 x8104 The Franciscan Community Gardens started in 2009. Starting our forth year we will host 60+ neighborhood garden plots, a perennial vegetable garden, bulb gardens and bee hives. We also host a communal garden for resettled refugee communities and an occupational garden managed by the Findlay Market Urban Farmers Program. Come be part of the growing local food movement, meet your neighbors and have fun growing your own produce in 2012! Applications for the 2012 growing season accepted starting February 28th, 2012

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ADULTEnrichment! Caring For Mom Series

Held at various senior centers, presented by The Springfield Township Senior Center, North College Hill Senior Center and West College Hill Senior Center Free Admission, please register in advance online at www.springfieldtwp/adultprograms.cfm or call 522-1154

Adult Programs

Caring for a parent comes with many challenges. Juggling between your child’s soccer game and your mother’s doctor’s appointments - managing to balance it all. Whether you are one of the 42 million people currently caring for an older adult or are just approaching the years when it’s time to take care of mom, these seminars will help guide you through resources you will need to make difficult decisions easier. Topic: VA BENEFITS Location: Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Raymond Gettins from the Veterans Administration will be on hand to discuss and answer questions on benefits, aid and assistance available to veterans and veteran dependants. Wednesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Topic: HOARDING Location: West College Hill Neighborhood Center (2062 W. Northbend Road, 45224) Geriatric Care Manager, Micki Fehring, R.N., will discuss the aspects of hoarding, its effect on home safety, how to treat it and help that is available. Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Topic: ADULT DAY SERVICES & FAMILY MANAGEMENT Location: North College Hill Senior Center (1586 Goodman Avenue, 45224) Libby Feck, Director of Program Services for Senior Independence, will share how adult day services provide caregivers respite from the demanding responsibilities of caregiving. Micki Fehrin, R.N., will discuss tips for simplifying holidays for the cognitive or physically health challenged and how to manage family conflict. Wednesday, November 9, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Springfield Township Citizens Police Academy

Springfield Township Police Department FREE Register or learn more: 729-1300 The Springfield Township Police Department gets residents engaged with their popular Citizen Police Academy program. This program affords residents over 21 years of age to obtain an insight into the operation of the police department. The Citizens Police Academy is an 11 week program that meets on Monday nights, beginning in January. The classes run from 6:30 - 9:30pm and are taught by Township Officers who are experts in their field. The classes cover such topics as use of lethal and non-lethal force, criminal investigations, crime scene processing, illegal drug trafficking, and patrol tactics. Upon graduation from the Citizens Police Academy, participants will have the opportunity to join the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association as well as join the Citizens on Patrol Program if they desire. Applications and more information can be obtained online at www.springfieldtwp.org.

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Financial Peace University Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Road $75.00 Register online at www.tallulahcenter.com or call 2596869 Our childbirth education workshops include tools, evidence based information & helpful hints to support your pregnancy, birth vision and postpartum care. Taught by instructors with years of knowledge, experience and judgment free support. Join us to learn practical tools to support your birth vision. Topics include: comfort measures for your birth, nutrition and body mechanics, medications and interventions, breathing, relaxation, repositioning, visualization, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, communication tools and options, hospital policies and procedures, informed consent/informed refusal. Dates and times scheduled based on demand. Please call to express your interest!

Childbirth Education: VBAC

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Road $45.00 Register: online at www.tallulahcenter.com or call 2596869 Are you planning a vaginal birth after cesarean(VBAC)? This evidence based workshop includes techniques and options specific to VBAC mothers. topics include: comfort measures for your birth, nutrition and body mechanics, medications and interventions, breathing, relaxation, repositioning, visualization, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, communication tools and options, hospital policies and procedures, informed consent/ informed refusal. Dates and times scheduled based on demand. Please call to express your interest!

Finneytown High School Media Center, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace $93 - Includes full kit & 13 week class Sponsored and hosted by Brentwood Community Church Register at www.brentwoodcommunitychurch.com For additional information, contact Janice Rohrer, jrohrer@cinci.rr.com, or 513-313-5860 Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. You’ll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace! In 13 action-packed lessons, you’ll learn how to beat debt, build wealth, find bargains, invest for the future, give like never before, and much more! This information will change your life. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. beginning September 7

Adult Programs

Childbirth Education - 1 Day

Using Strengths to “Right Fit” Your Career

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org Three session series that helps you identify your strengths and find strong, un-boastful language to present yourself in job search mode. Also for those considering a transition for a better fit. Tuesday, September 13 7-9 pm Tuesday, September 27 7-9 pm Tuesday, October 11 7-9 pm

Women’s Spirituality Group Breastfeeding

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Road $25.00 Register online at www.tallulahcenter.com or call 2596869 We know that breastfeeding is the best way to nourish our babies. This workshop provides evidence based information to support mothers and their partners as they prepare to breastfeed their babies. Topics include: benefits and rewards of breastfeeding, getting started/ what do you need to know to breastfeed a newborn, proper positioning and latch, pumping.

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Rd. FREE Contact Maria Meyer, mmeyer@centennialbarn.org or 513)761-1697 x8102. You are invited to have meaningful conversations with other women, experience spiritual growth, and develop a sense of community. Topics change monthly. Facilitators: Sr. Jo-Ann Jackowski, SFP and Maria Meyer Tuesdays, September 13 , October 11, November 8, December 13, January 10 & February 14 7:00-8:30 pm

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Media Stud Waycross Community Workshops

Waycross Community Media Studios, 2086 Waycross Rd. $25 per session for residents of Colerain and Springfield Township, Greenhills and Forest Park $50 for non-residents Register by calling 825-2429 – ask for Chris, or www.waycross.tv/wkshpcalendar The workshop materials fees are non-refundable. However, they can be transferred to a future workshop if the participant cancels at least 24 hours in advance. The future workshop must be identified and booked at the time of the cancellation. A valid driver’s license must be presented the day of the class.

Empowering Couples: Building on Your Strengths

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org New in 2011! Turn your stumbling blocks (issues) into stepping stones (strengths) through this six-week class that will help you find new ways to communicate and enjoy each other. Wednesdays, September 14-October 18 7-9 pm

Adult Programs

Mini-Retreat: Creativity Studio Production

Learn to produce your own studio talk show, band performance or whatever! Highlights of this class include: lighting and camera techniques, video switcher operation, basic multi-channel audio and graphics software. September 17

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

November 29, 30 Dec. 1

6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Portable Production Workshop

Everything you need to know to produce your own access program from your home, church or ANYWHERE. Highlights of this class include DV camcorder etiquette and usage, optimal audio in small spaces, portable three-point lighting and shot composition. October 8

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

December 20, 21, 22

6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Non-Linear Editing Workshop On Final Cut Pro Our advanced non-linear editing course will teach you the techniques of editing on the Final Cut Pro digital editing system. Bring raw footage ready to edit into a program for cablecast. This class is three, 3 hour sessions. October 18, 19, 20

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Rd. $10.00 Please register by September 13th by contacting Maria Meyer, mmeyer@centennialbarn.org or 513)761-1697 x8102. Explore your relationship with God through creative processes. We will explore different pathways of prayer through art and music. Saturday, September 17th, 2011- 9:00am-12:00pm

Housing Rights and Foreclosure Prevention

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org Are you or a loved one struggling to pay the mortgage and possibly facing foreclosure? Do you feel you are dealing with discrimination with regard to your housing options? Have you received a government housing voucher and want to move to a home better suited to your needs? Housing rights are everyone’s rights, and federal, state and local laws designate protection in the rental, purchase and insuring of homes. Myra Calder, consumer education specialist with Housing Opportunities Made Equal, will discuss housing rights and foreclosure prevention. Those attending will be invited to ask questions as well. HOME, a non-profit agency, provides free services for those needing advice regarding any type of housing. These services focus on the prevention of illegal discrimination both in renting and buying as well as other services such as educational programs, landlord-tenant questions, and foreclosure prevention. Tuesday, September 20 7-8:30 pm

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Rd.FREE Contact Sr. Jo-Ann Jackowski jjackowskisfp@yahoo.com or (513)761-1697x8103 The United Nations General Assembly has declared September 21 to be an International Day of Peace. Observed as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence, the UN has invited all to commemorate the day in an appropriate manner. We will be offering guided meditation and visualization for world peace, song, prayer and discussion. Please call for information. Wednesday, September 21 7 pm

Family Room: Sacred Space for Family Relationships

Holistic Health & Wellness

Coping with Grief through the Holidays

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org This group is designed to help you manage your physical, mental, and spiritual fitness. Join to learn some new techniques and strategies for handling all of those stressors in your life! Thursdays, September 22 - November 3 7-9 pm

Outdoor Adventure Sampler

Winton Woods (10245 Winton Road) $40.00 per person Register online at www.GreatParks.org by September 30 Trained staff will guide you in learning outdoor skills such as kayaking, archery and campfire prepar cooking by preparing lunch over a fire. You can even give our climbing wall a try in this day-long event. This program is geared towards adults. Sunday, Oct. 2, 10 am – 3 pm

Faith Club

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Rd. FREE Contact Maria Meyer, mmeyer@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8102. Based on the popular book The Faith Club: A Muslim, A Christian, a Jew- Three Women Search for Understanding. Men and Women of all faiths are invited to explore the similarities of the Muslim, Christian, and Jewish faiths. We will have faith sharing, meaningful discussion, and hopefully debunking of stereotypes and misunderstandings. Facilitator: Maria Meyer Thursdays, October 6, November 3, December 1, January 5, and February 7 7:00-8:30 pm

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org Bring your family for dinner (provided) and a night where the focus is on you and your family! After dinner there will be children’s activities, student activities…and a time for parents in community. Sunday, October 9 6-8 pm

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.org Halloween barely passes before stores stock their shelves with holiday decorations. Christmas carols echo through shopping malls, and the first of the holiday commercials hits the airwaves. If you’ve lost a loved one, these can be stark reminders that the holidays won’t be the same. Join in this program to learn some coping strategies and techniques so that the holidays will not be so rough! Tuesday, November 15 7-8:30 pm

Adult Programs

International Day of Prayer of Peace

How to Guard Against Identity Theft & Other Life Lessons

Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road FREE Register or learn more: 931-5777 or flc@nmpchurch.or Our mothers taught us to be gracious, accommodating and polite. But with “bad guys” being ever craftier, our good manners may play right into their hands. Listen to former FBI agent and longtime Hospice of Cincinnati volunteer David Lichtenfeld tell us how not to get hoodwinked! Thursday, November 17 7-8:30 pm

Single Mingle

Northminster Presbyterian Church, 703 Compton Road $3.00 Register by calling 931-0243 or email to ssmith@nmpchurch.org Single adults gather for a shared meal, conversation, and games. Join us for our annual Christmas dinner and an evening of great conversation and games. Bring a friend or two along! Friday, December 9 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Mini-Retreat: New Beginnings

Centennial Barn, 110 Compton Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45215 $10.00 Please register by January 17th by contacting Maria Meyer, mmeyer@centennialbarn.org or 761-1697 x8102. New beginnings and times of transition are very spiritual and can happen anytime, sometimes planned sometimes unexpected. New beginnings can be a time for personal and spiritual growth. In this mini-retreat we will explore the spirituality of new beginnings. Saturday, January 21st, 2012- 9:00-12:00pm

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Springfield Township Historic Club

Adult Programs

Club President, Sue Benzinger 522-3934 ladywithascooter@yahoo.com If you are interested in Springfield Township history, or even know of the history through your own research, share your passion with this budding group of fellow hobby history buffs. The club is in the process of gathering information and sharing stories from the Miami Purchase era to present times. They are looking for pictures with significant meaning and capturing the stories from families who have lived here for generations. Come! Share! Explore! Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday

September 6 October 3 November 1 December 6 January 3 February 7

6-8pm 10am-noon 10am-noon 6-8pm 10am-noon 10am-noon

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Supportgroups Support Groups Offered By Drake Center 151 W. Galbraith Road

Brain Injury Support Group Spinal Cord Injury SG Stroke Survivors SG Traumatic Brain Injury SG

First Tuesday of Month First Thursday of Month Third Wednesday of Month Fourth Thursday of Month

10 – 11:30 am 6:30 pm 7 – 9 pm 7 – 9 pm

Free Free Free Free

542-2704 229-8822 418-5858 542-2704

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Support Groups Offered By The Family Life Center

Caregivers’ Support Group Sundays First Sun. of Every Month 3:30 – 5 pm Free Crohn’s Colitis Support Group Mondays Third Mon. of every Month 7 – 8:30 pm Free Diabetic Support Group Fridays Sept 6, Nov 11, Jan 13 1:30 – 3 pm Free Divorce Support Group Wednesdays Every Wed. Oct 5-Nov 16 7 - 9 pm Free Finding Your Way Through Loss Tuesdays Every Tues. Oct 4-Nov 8 7 - 8:30 pm Free Job Search Support Group Mondays September 12-Nov. 28 1:30 – 3 pm Free ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Support Group Offered By The West College Hill Neighborhood Services Center Corner of North Bend & Simpson For more information call 542-7379 Presented by Three Legacies Group

AA Every Thursday (except Thanksgiving) 7 - 9 p.m. Free ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Adult Programs

703 Compton Road To register call 931-5777 or email flc@nmpchurch.org

SENIORLiving! Pioneers Club

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, 9601 Winton Rd $10 per year for YMCA members information call 521-7112 This is a social club for retired Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA members that promotes friendship & activities through programs & trips to local points of interest. First Monday of every month Noon

Senior Living

Senior Potluck Luncheons

Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA, 9601 Winton Members – Free For membership information call 521-7112 Come share your stories & recipes with friends. See the Welcome Center for dates & times.

Winton Woods City School District MVP Card (Mature Valued Patron)

FREE Winton Woods City School District residents, 55 years of age or older, are eligible for our “Mature Valued Patron” Card. This card will entitle you to free admission to attend district functions such as athletic events, concerts, school plays and musicals. Please stop by our Administrative Office at 1215 West Kemper Road to pick up your card. Questions? Call Gina Burnett, Communications and HR Specialist, at 619-2301.

West College Hill Community Center Daily Senior Center program

Weekdays, year-round, 9:00 am to 3 pm (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Ave) Free for all aged 60 years or older For more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services A variety of senior wellness activities, programs and services. A hot meal every noonday. Transportation available. Call 542-7379 for details.

Seniors Bunco

Mount Healthy Christian Home, 8097 Hamilton Ave Free Contact Teresa at Mount Healthy Christian Home (513) 931-5000 ext. 157 Senior Friendly Bunco…..beginners welcome! Join us for this 4 week series of games. It is sure to be a fun social event. There will be prizes provided by Mount Healthy Christian Home. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be served as well. The bunco games will be held in the community room. Wednesdays , September 7, 14, 21, 28 1:30 – 2:30 pm

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Winton Woods (10245 Winton Road) $20.00 per person Register online at www.GreatParks.org by September 3 Those age 55 and over can join us on a morning cruise aboard the Winton Queen. We will enjoy the peaceful scenery, look for wildlife and learn some history about Winton Woods and its 156-acre lake. We will then return to Winton Centre for a delicious lunch. Friday, September 9 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Great Parks Club: Grave Robbery, Ghosts & Ghouls Tour

Winton Woods (10245 Winton Road) $60.00 per person Register online at www.GreatParks.org by October 21 Have you ever heard of the ghost of Amy in Richardson Forest Preserve, of Satan’s Minions near Mitchell Memorial Forest or of the grave robbery in Congress Green Cemetery? Those age 55 and over can join us as we explore the urban legends and strange stories of Hamilton County. We will investigate many of our parks as well as other creepy areas of Hamilton County. Friday, October 28 12 pm – 7:30 pm

SENIORcenter Springfield Township Senior Center Memberships Any individual 55 and over is welcome to become a member of the Springfield Township Senior Center. Springfield Township Residents $15/year Non-Residents The Senior/Community Center is located on the Springfield Township Administrative campus, 9158 Winton Road on the east side of the soccer field. The Center offers a variety of programs, activities and educational opportunities for the senior community, age 55 and older. The facility offers a library, gift shop, arts and crafts room and a fully equipped woodshop. Hours: The Senior Community Center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday thru Thursday; 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Friday 522-1154

Senior Living

Great Parks Club: Autumn Morning Cruise & Luncheon

$20/year

*Membership is valid for the calendar year in which it is purchased. Membership rates are prorated beginning July 1. *Many rooms in the senior center are available for rent after hours and on weekends. This is the perfect location for a baby or bridal shower, anniversary party or church gathering. All proceeds from room rentals benefit the day-to-day operations of the senior center. Call 522-1154 for more information. Prices are available online at www. springfield.twp.org

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Art Class

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154

Woodcarvers

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154

Jo Hogan and Jan Goldschmidt guide new artists through this workshop with plenty of creative ideas. Bring your pad, paints and pencils and discover your own creative talent. Experienced artists can use this as art studio time. Tuesdays 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Senior Living

Crochet Class

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Center member Len Silas will guide you through all the steps you need to create your crochet masterpiece – join us for all the fun. Bring your supplies, you may purchase them for a nominal fee. First and Third Wednesdays: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Stained Glass

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154

Are you looking to add some color to your home and brighten your days? This informal group of crafters welcomes new or experienced artists to join them. Bring your stained glass project to this open workshop. Soldering guns and grinding wheels are available at the center for your use. Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Join fellow woodcarvers and learn or improve your artistic talent. Skilled woodcarvers will be able to assist you if you are new to this craft. Please bring your own tools. Wednesdays 10 a.m. – Noon

Dominoes

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 The game of Dominoes has been around since the times of kings and queens and has been played for centuries! Come join this classic favorite and meet some new friends! Thursdays 1:00 p.m.

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Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Wii Bowling is a blast! Enjoy the action of real bowling, as a group on the Wii game system, without having to lug that heavy ball around! 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: Games at 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Book Club

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154

Card Play At The Springfield Township Senior Center

All card play, with the exception of social bridge, is free to members of the Springfield Township Senior/ Community Center Euchre

1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month: 1:00 p.m.

Five Hundred

Thursdays 12:30 p.m.

(Bid Euchre)

Men’s Poker

Tuesdays at Noon

Ladie’s Poker

Thursdays at Noon

Each month a new book is selected to be read and discussed by the group. Books are checked out through the Senior Center. Join this intellectual journey through literary bests. 4th Friday of the month 11:00 a.m.

Chicago Bridge

Tuesdays 12:30 p.m.

Marathon Bridge

1st Wednesdays 12:30 p.m.

Duplicate Bridge

3rd Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.

Chair Volleyball

*Social Bridge

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154

Chair volleyball is a fun way to get exercise and enjoy being part of a team. Played seated with a beach ball, these seniors have a great time! Bring your serves, spikes and volleys and join us on the court for all the action. Thursdays 12:30 p.m.

Movie Day

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - 50 cents for movie and popcorn Register by calling 522-1154 50 cents for movie and popcorn 2nd Wednesday PG/PG 13 rated movie

1:00 p.m.

4th Wednesday R rated movie

1:00 p.m.

2nd, 4th And 5th Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. *$1 Per Session - Bring Lunch And A Partner, Or We Can Pair You Up With Another Single Player! Cookies, Coffee And Tea Provided.

Birthday Celebration

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Join us for cake, ice cream and entertainment as we celebrate our members with birthdays in July, August, September, October, November or December. You’re not getting older, you’re getting better! Wednesday, December 7, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Senior Living

Wii Want To Bowl!

What’s For Dinner?

Open House October 1

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton noon-4:00 p.m. Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Twin Towers Retirement Community’s Sous Chef, Jim D’Wolf, will be at the Springfield Township Senior, Community and Arts Center to present nutritional and easy recipes for vegetarian dishes! Expect some hands-on activities. Register by calling 522-1154 Tuesday, August 30

1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Senior Living

Medicare 101

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Join us for Medicare 101, an overview of Medicare costs and coverages, as well as options available for those with Part C and Part D coverage. This is an educational presentation that will be most helpful to those aging into Medicare – all are welcome. Sponsored by United Healthcare. FREE. Open to non-senior center members. Wednesday, September 7 1:30 p.m.

End Of Summer Picnic

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Come say good-bye to summer as we join our friends from the North College Hill West College Hill Senior Centers for food, fun and music. Wacky games and prizes are all part of the fun. Meet others from around the community and make some new friends. Wednesday, September 28, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Senior Texas Hold’em Tutorial And Tournament

Springfield Township Senior/Community Center (9158 Winton Road) Members - Free Register by calling 522-1154 Texas Hold’em is still one of the most popular card games around. David Fesman from MedMart will offer a tutorial to senior center members on everything you need to know about this exciting game. Find out for yourself what’s the difference between the flop, the turn and the river card. Who knows – maybe you too will be “all in” for this fun event. Week one will feature a full tutorial, with week two providing a mini-tournament with the overall winner receiving a $25 gift certificate to a select restaurant. Minimum of five and maximum of 12 participants available. Week One – The Tutorial: Wednesday, October 12 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Week Two – The Tournament: Wednesday, October 19 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Volunteerism Contact Rose Aleman, director@centennialbarn.org or (513)761-1697 x8104 From spending time with the elderly to planting and maintaining plants and flower beds, opportunities to get involved and give back to your community abound! This year volunteers have built a shed for our gardeners, planted thousands of bulbs with the Daffodil Society, designed and built a labyrinth that is open to the public and worked with the elderly in St. Clare’s Convent and the Mercy Franciscan Terrace. Plans are already in the works for walking trails in 2012! We offer opportunities to individuals, families and civic groups. We are registered with the Dan Beard Council and are an approved site for Eagle Scout projects. Call us and we’ll work with you to find the volunteer opportunity that best suits your time and talent. Any day, date and time YOU want!

Drake Center & Bridgeway Pointe

Vital volunteer opportunities are available at Drake Center, and Bridgeway Pointe, Drake’s assisted living community. Volunteer positions include: Chaplain Assistant, Clerical Support, Patient/Guest Ambassadors at the Health Care Resource Center, Patient and Resident Escort/Visitors, Activities Assistants, Pet Visitation Program, and more. We accept volunteers 14 years and older. For details, please call 513418-2522 or visit our website at UCHealth.com/DrakeCenter.

Mt. Health Alliance

Serving residents in the 45231 zip code www.mthealthyalliance.org or call 551-8036 Volunteer opportunities include food pantry, data input, guest guides & stocking shelves M-TH-Sat 9-noon, Tues 5-7

Valley Interfaith Food & Clothing Center 420 West Wyoming Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45215 821-3233

West College Hill Neighborhood Services Center

West College Hill Community Center (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Ave) For more information, please call 542-7379 Weekdays, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, year-round, 9 am to 4 pm, 6 pm to 8 pm We need volunteers to help serve our community – meal service, food pantry, senior programs, and youth programs. Tell us what you can do and when you can do it. Thanks!

Waycross Community Media Volunteerism Waycross Community Media Studios (2086 Waycross Road) 825-2429

We coordinate coverage of community activities and events by area volunteers for member governments and local schools. Crews of four to fourteen residents operate our production van whenever it rolls out to local events - from high school sports and concerts to community parades and festivals. Volunteers also tape every municipal government and school board meeting for cablecast. Information programs are recorded by volunteers -- from fire and police safety talks to recycling and environmental awareness; from tours of local senior centers to candidates and issues forum programs for upcoming elections. Waycross also has volunteer opportunities in non-production areas. Interested in volunteering? Opportunities include: • Staffing a camera at a shoot - no training required! • Announcing play-by-play sports events (Volleyball, Soccer) • Assisting in telling the Waycross family story • Learning to produce your own show or help with someone else’s

Volunteerism

Centennial Barn (110 Compton Rd)

YMCA MENTORING… Build a Future, Change a Community Contact: Kate Feldhues Email: kfeldhues@myy.org or Phone: 513-246-3230

AN HOUR a WEEK is a small COMMITMENT to make a BIG DIFFERENCE! YMCA mentors spend one-on-one time with youth ages 6 – 18 that focuses on improving academic performance, relationships, and behavior. Mentors and youth meet one-on-one after school, in the evening, or weekends at a YMCA or school to “hang out” once a week for at least an hour for 12 months. Mentors and youth give back to their neighborhood through community service projects, explore the world of work, and have FUN!!! Required: Mentors are positive and caring adults, at least 23 years old who are willing to make a weekly commitment to a young person for 12 months. Mentors will go through a background check and training. Mentors skilled in a foreign language desired, but not required. Mentors are only responsible for their own transportation. Supplied: Mentors have support from YMCA Mentoring Coordinators. Mentoring Coordinators help plan activities and provide materials for mentors and youth. Mentors will go through a 15 hour training over 4 weeks, and have the option of monthly support meetings. Mentors and youth can access a YMCA for their meetings, regardless if they are a member.

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Food & Clothing Assistance Mt Healthy Alliance Food Pantry Information

Food & Clothing Assistance

The Mt. Healthy Alliance Food Pantry serves people living in the zip code 45231. We are located in the basement of the Mt. Healthy Christian Church, 7717 Harrison Ave. in Mt. Healthy. The pantry helps those who fall within the USDA guidelines for assistance. Guests may receive assistance once a month. Our guests must provide a photo ID and proof of residency at each visit. Pantry hours are Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 9-12. We are also open Tuesday evening from 5-7. The third Tuesday of each month, we sponsor a Wellness Program. Sign up for extra help for Thanksgiving will take place during the month of October. Sign up for Christmas will take place through the month of November.

West College Hill Neighborhood Services Center Food Pantry

Mondays and Fridays, 10 am to noon; Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 6 pm to 8 pm West College Hill Community Center (corner of North Bend Rd and Simpson Ave) For more information, please call 542-7379 Presented by West College Hill Neighborhood Services Free food distribution to income-eligible households in Hamilton County. The food is from the FreeStore / Foodbank. No documentation required.

Kids’ Clothing Closet

Northern Hills United Methodist Church 6700 Winton Road For information call 513-542-4010 or email nhumc45224@zoomtown.com Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Clothing for children provided free of charge for those in need, sizes NB to Size 10. Donations of gently used, clean, kids’ clothing are graciously and heartily welcomed.

Recycling Dumpster Locations in the Community Help keep local landfills clean! Springfield Township offers residents a free recy recycling program. Bring your recyclables to the recycle bins located conveniently in the following areas: • Parking lot of the Township Civic Center, 9150 Winton Road. • Parking Lot at the Springfield Township Senior/Community Center - 9158 Winton Road. • Stephanie Hummer Park, located at 661 North Bend Road. • Clifford George Park, located in Pleasant Run Farms.

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Resident Information

Weather!

Springfield Township has over 400 streets. Of those 400 streets, approximately 92 miles of the roads are owned and maintained by Springfield Township. An additional 40 miles is considered to be “county roads”, which run through Springfield Township but are actually are owned and serviced by Hamilton County. The Township typically declares a Snow Emergency when 3 inches of snow have accumulated on the pavement. A snow emergency is a situation where all vehicles need to be removed from the roadway in order to plow away the excessive amounts of snow. The Snow Emergency is declared through the use of the major radio and television stations in our community and in some cases, you may receive a phone recording from the Township’s Code Red System. When a Snow Emergency has been declared, you have two hours to remove your vehicle from the street. This aids us in our snow plowing efforts in several ways. It helps us do a better job and prevents your vehicle from being snowed in by the snow that rolls off the edge of the plow as it goes down your street. Vehicles that are not removed are subject to a possible citation by the Police Department. CODE RED Phone System: All Springfield Township residents and businesses should register for the Township’s Code Red Phone message service. You should automatically be registered unless you have an unlisted phone number, you have changed your phone number or address within the last year, or if you use a cellular phone as the primary home phone. To update, add or delete your phone number to Code Red, visit www.springfieldtwp.org. Click on the Code Red logo on the home page. (Lower left side. You will have to scroll down.) You may also add the new texting feature.

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Here’s Where You’ll Find Peace of Mind “Three of my family members live at Bridgeway Pointe - my parents and an aunt. I have peace of mind knowing that they are well cared for and loved. The location is perfect for us, so we can visit often. And the staff is made up of kind, caring people who make all of us feel like family. We couldn’t ask for a better assisted living community that offers that ‘home sweet home’ atmosphere we all appreciate.” -Amy Hagedorn, Springfield Township (Shown in photo above with her aunt) Bridgeway Pointe offers assisted living, short-term respite and nationally-recognized memory care. For more details or to schedule a tour, please call (513) 418-4370. Located on the Drake Center campus 165 W. Galbraith Rd. Cincinnati, Ohio 45216 Visit our website for a virtual tour! uchealth.com/bridgeway

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