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JANUARY 2018 PUBLISHER

Michelle Moody | Michelle.Moody@LifestylePubs.com EDITOR

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New Year, New Look.

AS WE HEAD INTO A NEW YEAR, YOU’LL NOTICE THAT WEST CHESTER & LIBERTY LIFESTYLE HAS A NEW LOOK. We’ve switched our cover to a beautiful soft matte and modernized many of the editorial sections inside. You’ll still find the same great stories and photography you’ve come to expect every month, but in a more polished package.

If you’re looking for a new look this year, too, you’ll want to check out our story on Pure MD and five beauty treatments they offer to help you radiate on the outside.

A new year provides the perfect opportunity to get a fresh start and make choices to become healthier. The health and wellness experts at West Chester-based Cincinnati Transformation share two great-tasting and healthy recipes to add to your repertoire.

Part of being healthy includes taking care of our medical health. Learn about an innovative

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and non-invasive procedure for detecting medical aliments that’s available here in Olde West Chester, and read the touching story of how it saved the life of a local woman.

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We love to share interesting stories of local people doing extraordinary things.

This month we spotlight Jim Glendon, a local who is one of the elite few around the globe to have completed a marathon on all seven continents. If that story inspires you to want to improve your fitness, consider trying a fun new workout

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that will motivate you to get up and going. Learn how you can rock your ride in the high-energy atmosphere at Liberty Township’s CycleBar. We hope the stories this month will inspire you to embark on a healthy path in 2018.

Happy New Year!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2018 FEATURES 18 5 Ways To Spin Your Workout CycleBar Trainers Share Their Best Tips For A Healthy New Year

22 Running The World West Chester’s Jim Glendon Has Laced Up His Running Shoes On Every Continent

26 The Picture Of Health How A Thermal Camera Is Saving Lives In West Chester

30 New Year New You 5 Ways To Beautify Your New Year

32 A Healthy Appetite Give These Fresh Recipes A Try

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34 Hoops From The Heart Free Throws For Kids Scores Big For Local Youth

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Healthy Lifestyle

22 Local Limelight 32 Culinary Creations 34 Giving Back 36 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Parting Thoughts

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GOOD TIMES

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Boys & Girls Club Dinner Olympic gymnast Simone Biles headlined the fourth annual Steak & Burger Dinner for the Boys & Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty. The event received an outpouring of support from the community as they celebrated local youth and the opening of a brand-new facility. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEN KALTMAN-WEST CHESTER CORPORATE PHOTOGRAPHY.

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AROUND TOWN a private meeting room. IKEA is planning a similar contribution next school year to benefit the shared learning spaces at Lakota East. LakotaOnline.com

POLICE DEPARTMENT’S K9S RECEIVE BODY ARMOR West Chester Police Department’s K9 officers, Ciro and Blek, have each received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9

WEST CHESTER ACADEMY EXPANDS, ADDS NEW PROGRAM

Ciro and Blek’s vests are sponsored by Vikki Johnston

Celebrating its tenth anniversary, West Chester

of West Chester and are embroidered with the sen-

Academy recently unveiled a new studio expansion

timent, “Bless and protect this K9 and their partner.”

that will provide additional space for dance compe-

Blek and handler Officer Rob Obermeyer have

tition teams as well as those learning aerial silks and

worked together since Blek joined WCPD in 2011.

lyra hoops. The new studio is 45’ x 31’ and adds to an

Ciro joined the department in 2015 and has worked

already robust music, dance and gymnastics facility.

with handler Officer Michael Blankenship for

In addition to an expansion, West Chester

nearly a year. The West Chester Township Police

Academy announced plans to introduce a Go

Department K9 Unit was founded in 1993, and K9

Ninja Program, a new gymnastics craze sweeping

officers are certified for both Patrol and Narcotics

the nation, largely due to the popular television

work. The department intends to add a third K9 offi-

program, “American Ninja Warrior.” According to

cer to its unit to fill a vacancy left by the retirement

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of K9 Rex in March 2017. For additional information

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trampoline training, gymnastics and tumbling.

MEDIA CENTER MAKEOVER The Lakota West High School community, in partnership with IKEA West Chester, recently celebrated a completely refurbished space inside its media center.

West Chester Academy will launch Go Ninja classes beginning on Monday evenings in January.

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LAKOTA EDUCATOR RECOGNIZED

The global retailer’s in-kind donation of more than

Keith Koehne, Executive Director of Curriculum

$11,000 in mostly furniture, and some lighting and other

and Instruction at Lakota Local Schools, has been

decorative items, transformed the space into a more

selected as a Warren Fellow for 2018 by the Midwest

contemporary learning environment for all students.

Suburban Superintendents Association (MSSA).

The imaginative combination of various modern

One of only two educators from the state of Ohio

work surfaces and seating accommodates individual

to be awarded this honor, Koehne will be invited to

workstations, as well as small and large group seat-

attend two MSSA meetings during his Fellowship

ing areas that may be used for collaboration. In addi-

year to connect with and learn from established

tion, the media center now has a new makerspace

educational

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Miller commented, “Keith Koehne is an incredibly

leaders.

Superintendent

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Koehne’s experience as both an administrator and teacher spans 24 years. Prior to joining Lakota this year, Koehne spent the last four years as the assistant superintendent at Loveland City Schools and was formerly a principal at both the elementary and junior high levels at Mariemont City Schools.

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NEW BOYS & GIRLS CLUB CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING The new, $6.8 million Boys & Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty celebrated its grand opening in December. The 30,000 square foot club features a full-sized indoor gym, an outdoor basketball/volleyball court, an art room, media center, green room, four large class rooms, three flexible classrooms, a café, clinic, open meeting spaces and offices.

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West Chester philanthropist Patti Alderson, who is assistant treasurer and resource development officer for the club, led fundraising efforts for the project. The Boys & Girls Club will be open Monday through Friday after school and full days in the summer. New members will be accepted January 4. BGCWCL.com

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

5 WAY S T O SPIN YO UR WORKOUT CYCLEBAR TRAINERS SHARE THEIR BEST TIPS FOR A HEALTHY NEW YEAR

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ACCOUNTABILIT Y COUNTS When it comes to exercise, studies show that going with a friend or signing up for a class increases the rate of success.

Engagement with others is easy at CycleBar since the community room allows members to mingle and socialPEDALS ARE FLYING, SWEAT IS DRIP-

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CycleBar in Liberty Township is a boutique fitness center that offers a unique

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Thanks to the continued advancement

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GET GOING Don’t be intimidated; take those first steps to start a routine or try something new.

“CycleBar classes offer a workout for every fitness level,” Krause says.

The studio is full-service, providing complimentary use of everything from shoes to towels to water bottles, making it easy to jump right in. No matter how or where you choose to exercise, make sure you find an environment that’s supportive.

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progress during class and compete with other riders in the room.

The bike keeps track of your stats during the workout, and automatically sends you an email with the final report. Your heart rate, calories burned, miles traveled and rotations per minute are just some of the key metrics available to keep you informed and encouraged.

YOUR WORKOUT SHOULD MEET YOUR NEEDS People exercise for different reasons: to lose weight, strengthen weaker muscles, cross train. So be sure what you’re doing is benefiting your end-goal.

The benefits of indoor cycling are mounting. Its low impact makes it a great option for those recovering from injuries. A class can keep your heart rate well within a vigorous range for approximately 45-60 minutes, checking cardio off your list. Add a body bar during segments of the class to target upper body muscles for a more fullbody workout.

As an instructor herself, Krause knows what it takes to make a workout valuable to all participating. She says, “Our bikes have the technology to show an individual their

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progress through the workout, which allows the rider to make adjustments for what’s best for them.”

ENJOY THE RIDE Find an exercise that’s fun for you! It’s the best way to ensure you keep with it during the new year.

There’s plenty of fun to be had at CycleBar with different themed events including Sunday Brunch, Wine Down Wednesday, Concert Rides and Mashup Mondays.

With fully stocked locker rooms that include robes, hair straighteners, wet clothing bags and more, and several class times throughout the day, you’ll have access to what you need to take the stress out of when to work out.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT WHO CAN SAY THEY’VE RUN A MARATHON ON EVERY CONTINENT AND IN ALL SIX MAJOR WORLD MARATHONS? Jim Glendon of West Chester can.

And he didn’t start until his late forties.

Glendon, 69, is one of only 60 people in the

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world to hold both esteemed medals for these racing groups. He completed the six Abbott World Marathon Majors and is a member of the Seven Continents Marathon Club.

And he doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon. “[Finishing] is a great sense of accomplishment, depending upon how well you run,” Glendon says. “You’re elated with your time or disappointed, exhausted, and for some people it’s ‘I’ll never do this again.’

But I’ve never had that feeling. [I say] ‘Okay, what’s next?’”

Glendon’s

perpetual

goal-setting

is

exactly what has taken him so far in the running world, especially given the fact that he didn’t start running until he was 49. Inspired by his brother, John Glendon, Jim ran his first marathon in 1997.

Now, he’s completed 34 marathons and three ultramarathons.

“It’s amazing that he started something like this so late in life and became so good at it,” says daughter-in-law Shannon Glendon.

“It appears effortless. But knowing that he gets up early every day and trains, goes to the track and works on speed work…he deserves anything he puts his mind to.”

Training is key, and even the world’s best athletes face challenges regardless of training time. While Jim was running his first 50-mile ultramarathon in Key West, Florida, he passed out at mile 25 due to the extreme heat and ended up in the emergency room.

Though an event like this would deter many, Jim persevered. He went on to complete two more ultramarathons, one that was 100 miles long. Ultramarathons are grueling and notoriously dangerous races that a participant has to complete in less than a day.

Thanks to Jim’s inspirational but humble nature, he’s motivated multiple generations Jim and his sister, Mary Kay, run side by side in a Sydney, Australia marathon.

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of his family to run. The Glendon family has traveled to most major marathon destinations with Jim, some even running alongside him.

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In 2013, Jim and brother John traveled to Boston to run the Boston Marathon together. It was a marathon they would never forget, when terrorists detonated two bombs at the finish line.

Jim recalls the terrifying moment he realized it was a bomb, and says his wife was supposed to be waiting for him at the finish line. However, she decided to stay at the hotel that day.

“Next thing you know there’s police everywhere, a SWAT team, helicopters,” Jim says.

From there, it was chaos.

“I remember calculating the time and thinking he was at the finish line when it happened,” Shannon says. “And at first, [the family] couldn’t get a hold of him.”

Two minutes behind his typical pace, Jim gratefully avoided the finish line at the Boston Marathon.

The horrifying experience only encouraged Jim to keep running. He has taken on the six World Major Marathons— Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City—and then joined the elite Seven Continents Club. As the name describes, this prestigious club is achieved only by those who have completed a marathon on every continent.

Jim checked the final continent off his list in 2015, when he and sister Mary Kay found out they were accepted to run a marathon in Antarctica. Two flights and a two-anda-half-day boat ride later, they joined 98 other runners on the coldest continent.

“What’s Antarctica like? It’s 25 degrees and windy, snowy, hilly, muddy and wet the whole time,” Jim explains.

And that’s not just during the race. In order to be at the start line, Jim says, “You get off the ship, you go to shore,

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step off into icy water, climb up the hill, take your cold gear off, and you run a marathon.”

Then repeat—in order to get home.

“Jim is one of the most meaningful men in my life,” Shannon says. “He’s fast…[He] pushed me to finish my marathon when I stopped at mile 20 and thought I couldn’t do it.

After accomplishing so much, what could be possibly want to pursue next? Jim, who placed ninth in the Senior Olympics at the national level, now wants to place in the top three in the Senior Olympics.

After that, who knows? But knowing Jim, he will probably say, “What’s next?”

1. Jim Glendon crosses the finish line in Antarctica.

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2. Jim Glendon's medal for completing the Abbott World Marathon Majors. He is one of only 60 people in the world to hold both the Abbott medal and the Seven Continents medal.

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THE PICTURE OF HEALTH HOW A THERMAL CAMERA IS SAVING LIVES IN WEST CHESTER

ARTICLE LAURA LEAVITT | PHOTOGRAPHY MICHELLE LLOYD AND PROVIDED

WHEN RITA MCCORMACK HAD HER

Medical Thermography allows detec-

Medical thermography doesn’t stop there;

FIRST MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY SCAN,

tion of abnormal heat areas in the body by

the thermographic results can be instrumen-

SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SUPPORTING

using an ultra-sensitive infrared camera.

tal in a variety of other diagnoses in many

A FRIEND. She had no idea that the images

Groenewegen began practicing medical

areas of the body for both men and women.

taken during her thermogram would reveal

thermography in 2013, using these scans

According to Goenewegen, it forms a key part

information that would save her life.

to help people pinpoint where their bodies

of a multidisciplinary approach to medicine.

McCormack was supporting friend Jacky

were experiencing trouble.

“This is so incredibly helpful for holistic

Groenewegen, owner of Mindful Wellness

“When it comes to pathology, inflammation

practitioners like chiropractors, because

Medical Thermography, when she went in

is the root of all evil,” Groenewegen explains.

we are showing the practitioner where

for her scan, thinking it would be easier to

“Using the heat sensitive camera, we map,

the patient is in that moment in time,”

refer people to her friend’s West Chester

measure and monitor heat patterns in the

Groenewegen explains. “They can work

business if she experienced it herself.

body which correlates to inflammation.”

with their patients to establish treatment

“She [Groenewegen] mentioned that there

A thermography scan is non-invasive, com-

plans and monitor them because not every

was no radiation, and since I am a very holis-

pletely safe and the whole visit can take as little

protocol works for every patient. If we notice,

tic type of person, I thought, ‘This is up my

as 45-60 minutes. It consists of simply taking

thermographically, that there is little or no

alley,’” McCormack says. “A doctor called me

thermal images of the body and then allowing

change after a treatment, that protocol or

and showed me everything from my report

a team of medical professionals to analyze

treatment probably needs to be changed.”

and said that there was a concern in my right

what areas, if any, are cause for concern.

breast. I thought it was just scar tissue.”

Another advantage is how the post-scan

Thermography has been used as an

consultation empowers clients to take action

The area of concern on the thermo-

adjunctive screening to mammograms for

on their own health in concert with their

graphic scan turned out to be a small but

breast cancer detection for decades. While

medical practitioners.

very aggressive breast cancer. McCormack

it’s recommended that most women don’t

“Most, if not all of the patients who have

is now seven months cancer-free after

start breast screening until age 40, medical

walked through my door, have found it to

many months of treatment, and she credits

thermography can be done in women as

be easy and informative and empower-

thermography with the early detection that

young as 20 to detect the earliest signs of

ing to truly become part of the process of

potentially saved her life.

cancer or breast abnormalities.

their wellness, seeing with their own eyes

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“IT’S A WAY OF TAKING CARE OF YOUR BODY WITHOUT HURTING IT.”

whether their screening and treatments are

Rita McCormack (left) and Jacky Groenewegen.

working for them,” Groenewegen says.

Patients choose between the options available, be it a full body scan like McCormack chose, or a more focused scan that focuses on the upper or lower part of the body.

While many insurances do not cover medical thermography, it is a qualifying expense for FSA and HSA accounts, so saving up for a scan can be done with small deposits into these accounts.

Most normal scans will receive a recommendation of returning in 12 months to establish a baseline; scans with areas of concern may receive a recommendation of a second scan in three to six months to monitor for change.

McCormack’s journey through breast cancer was difficult, but the ability to pinpoint an area of concern allowed her doctors to proceed decisively with treatment, leading her back to a cancer-free and healthy life.

“I’m like a walking thermography billboard now,” McCormack laughs. “It’s a way of taking care of your body without hurting it, and making sure that everything is okay.”

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SELVES REEVALUATING OUR LIVES AND SETTING GOALS FOR THE FUTURE. Lose weight. Save money. Get out of debt. Eat healthier. While the goals may vary, most strive for a healthier, happier, more confident self in the new year.

Dr. Suresh Gupta of Pure MD Medspa helps patients build their self-confidence and body image no matter the time of year. Gupta, who started Pure MD in Beavercreek five years ago, recently opened a second location at Liberty Center, offering non-invasive aesthetic services using the latest medical technologies. When clients walk out of his office, he wants them to feel a newfound sense of confidence and a positive body image.

Gupta shares five of the most popular beauty trends for 2018.

1. SMARTLIPO Simply put, SmartLipo removes the unwanted fat—be it on the stomach, thighs or those pesky love handles. Using an extremely small tube with a laser fiber, this outpatient treatment takes about 30-45 minutes. Traditional liposuction is often done under general anesthesia and loose skin remains where fat is taken out. However, over the course of six to eight weeks, SmartLipo causes the skin to tighten and shrink gradually.

Gupta and his medical partner, Dr. Keith Perrine, have performed more than 3,000 lipo procedures. Before he’ll operate on someone, Gupta says he has a face-to-face meeting with his clients, making sure they’ll promise to eat right, exercise and continue to get in shape for the rest of their lives. “[I tell them] ‘I don’t want to see you back in my office in five years,’” Gupta says. “I have really open and frank discussions with people so their procedure isn’t wasted.”

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2. FAT TRANSFER After a patient receives SmartLipo, Gupta says many will have their fat transferred to a more desirable part of the body—face, hands, breasts or buttocks. A fat transfer procedure is a safe, long-lasting procedure that produces natural-looking results.

3. FACIAL REJUVENATION Over time, sun damage and the body’s natural aging process cause skin to have sun spots, fine lines and lose its natural, healthy glow. Facial rejuvenation procedures can correct brown spots, red spots and wrinkles, all in about a half hour. Gupta uses the Halo laser to resurface the face and neck. Halo lasers are color-specific, carefully selected to match each patient’s skin tone. Gupta is one of the few doctors in the area who specializes in darker skin colors.

For a facial rejuvenation, patients will need about three to five treatments, each taking just 15-30 minutes. Clients may opt for a topical anesthetic, but after treatment the pain is minimal to non-existent.

4. ACNE TREATMENT Gupta and his team use therapeutic acne treatment to completely remove inflamed acne.

“Everyone gets acne, but as we age it can be very embarrassing to continue to show acne spots,” Gupta says.

Through laser treatment, Gupta says the results are life-changing. He recommends two treatments initially, plus one “maintenance treatment” each year to brush up.

5. LASER TATTOO REMOVAL Pure MD also specializes in state-of-the-art laser tattoo removal, treating tattoos of all colors, inks, sizes and shapes. Typically a patient will receive a treatment at six to seven week intervals to allow for adequate healing time. Depending on the tattoo, it can usually take 10 treatments to completely eradicate the tattoo.

No matter the procedure, Gupta says he wants all of his patients to feel more confident and to live their best lives after he treats them. These are just a few of more than a dozen services offered at Pure MD at Liberty Center.

“I want people to feel absolutely marvelous,” Gupta smiles. “And they do. Patients aren’t walking on the ground anymore, they are absolutely flying.”

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GIVING BACK

HOOPS FROM THE HEART FREE THROWS FOR KIDS SCORES BIG FOR LOCAL YOUTH

A team at the 2017 Free Throws for Kids event looks good as they await the games to begin.

ARTICLE TERA MICHELSON | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED POINTS DON’T MATTER FOR FREE THROWS FOR KIDS. The only point is to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of kids and families at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Each April since 2014, teams gather to shoot free throws, raise money and have a lot of fun. Local husband and wife team, Mark and Sarah Johnston, started the ball rolling on this popular event.

The Johnstons are motivated to give back to our community, where they live, work and raise their two young boys.

“I wanted to do something in my community,” Mark explains.

“I wanted it to be unique. I absolutely love basketball—I always have. I figured everybody can shoot free throws.”

What started with a goal for 10 teams to raise $10,000, has brought in more than $400,000 to date. Free Throws for Kids uses the money to provide 800 Care Packages to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Each package includes fuel gift cards, food gift cards and other special items for the patients.

In 2015, Free Throws for Kids purchased a commercial-grade salad bar for Ronald McDonald House and now covers the expenses to fill it with enough fresh vegetables to feed 80 families per day all year long.

Much of the success of the event is due to community support and corporate sponsorships.

“We have an incredible sponsorship from White Castle,” Mark says.

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Mark and Sarah Johnston have organized Free Throws for Kids since 2014.

White Castle not only gives money, but also donates sliders on event day and brings a number of teams. Mark invites other West Chester and Liberty Township businesses and organiza-

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“We are really looking to increase the number of teams we have by getting local businesses and organizations involved,” Mark says.

“For companies, it’s a great team-building event—a way to get out into the community and do something together rather than just writing a check,” he says.

The fifth annual Free Throws for Kids is coming Saturday, April 7, at Lakota West High School. Three sessions allow for up to 72 teams this year. Teams of 4-10 friends, family or colleagues fundraise toward a team goal of $1,250.

All ages of participants are welcome. The only qualification is that players are able to shoot to score—even granny-style counts. Each team works together to shoot 500 free throws.

“Skill level doesn’t matter,” Mark explains. “It’s about the kids.

In the end, it doesn’t really matter whether the team makes 100 or 500 of their shots,” he says.

Spectators are welcome to this carnival-like day, complete with popcorn, cotton candy, music and more than 36,000 free throws.

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU Jungle Jim's International

BLACK HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION

Market (Fairfield)

MTCES OPEN HOUSE

Join Jungle Jim's for a day of fami-

Mother Teresa Catholic

ly-friendly activities, health screen-

Elementary School

In honor of Black History Month,

ings, food samples, demos and more.

Prospective families will have the op-

the MidPointe Library will host

World-class health industry profes-

portunity to experience Mother Teresa

“Hidden Figures: A Story of Gen-

sionals from Mercy Health—Fairfield

Catholic Elementary School (MTCES)

der, Race and Space” on Sunday,

Hospital and food industry specialists

at the Open House on Sunday, Janu-

February 4 at 2 p.m. Eric Guttag

will be ready to answer questions and

ary 28 from 2-5 p.m. Tour the school,

will give the presentation, and

provide new, exciting ways to make

talk with teachers and staff, learn

will then open the discussion for

positive lifestyle changes for you and

about curriculum, faith formation, tu-

questions/comments

your family. Join the fun January 20,

ition assistance and more. For more

audience. All are invited to at-

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. JungleJims.com

information, contact Noel Balster at

tend. MidPointeLibrary.org

MidPointe Library

from

513.779-6585. MTCES.org

26 - 28

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GREATER CINCINNATI REMODELING EXPO

BLUE MOON HIKE

Sharonville Convention Center

Rentschler Forest MetroPark

Don't miss the annual Greater Cin-

Explore the park after dark on a

cinnati Remodeling Expo, a compre-

guided hike to see the seasonal

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EE FR Sign up during January and

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AUTOMOTIVE

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DANCE

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EDUCATION

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FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING Burke & Schindler (513) 455-8200 BurkeCPA.com

Emery Federal Credit Union (513) 530-9351 EmeryFCU.org

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Cincinnati Transformation (513) 454-7188 CincinnatiTransformation.com

Community First Solutions (513) 785-4060 Community-First.org

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HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS

Carriage Hill (513) 894-4455 CarriageHillLiving.com

Kitchen Concepts Inc. (513) 531-3838 KConcepts.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

BOVA contemporary furniture (513) 247-9100 BOVAFurniture.com

Interiors Plus (513) 777-7717 InteriorsPlusMasonOhio.com

HOME SERVICES

Shiver Security Systems (513) 719-4000, ext. 101 ShiverSecurity.com

INSURANCE

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LEGAL

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MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES

Center for Foot Care (513) 729-4455 CincinnatiFootCare.com

Hilltop Obstetrics & Gynecology (513) 424-1440 HilltopOBGYN.com

PET CARE

Animal Hospital of West Chester (513) 777-5131 AnimalHospitalofWC.com

PROPERTY

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REAL ESTATE

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– LESLIE HAMBRICK

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR, CYCLEBAR

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