Mariemont Town Crier, October 2025, Vol. L, No. 2

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Taste of Mariemont: New Venue, Same Great People

BY CLAIRE KUPFERLE Mariemont Preservation Foundation (MPF) presents the popular Taste of Mariemont event every year to promote our local eateries and the organizations that are the soul of our vibrant community. It is also an opportunity to bring awareness to the MPF mission to preserve the legacy and vision of Mary Emery. This year, Taste of Mariemont was held in the Wooster Pike median, allowing the sale of beer and wine in addition to the delicious food choices.

The event was organized by Nancy Everhart Safran and her committee from MPF, who would like to send a big thank you to Lisa Hopkins of the National Exemplar for her help coordinating the food vendors and Ben James (Superintendent) and the Mariemont maintenance crew for an awesome job helping with logistics!

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In This Issue Meet Your Council Candidates..............8 Hubert G. Ripley, Continued.................10 NEW! Kids Column..................................15 Chamber Sip & Shop................................20 MPPG Luminaria Kits Available..........26

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Publisher’s Note FROM SUZY WEINLAND CO-PUBLISHER & EDITOR As we continue with our 50th season in publication, we are excited to introduce a fun new column for and by our youngest readers! “Next Gen News & Views” invites kiddos in grades 1-8 to share their opinions, musings, news, learnings, interviews, photos, artwork and more! If you have a child interested in submitting a piece for consideration, please connect with Betsy Bybee at betsy.bybee@gmail.com or Margaret Jevic at margaret101@gmail.com for details.

We love sharing your stories and photos!

Send us an email at mariemonttowncrier@ gmail.com. We are currently looking for: Favorite Family Holiday Recipes – To share in our November or December issue!

Please email us your name, contact info, recipe, why it’s your/your family’s fave, and a photo (if you have one) of you or your family making or enjoying your favorite dish. Please email us by October 10.

Holiday Wreaths, Mantles & Hearths – Show us your best dressed holiday mantle, hearth and/or door wreath – these can be past years. We will share in our December issue and on our Facebook page leading up to the holidays! Please email us by November 1.

National Responsible Pet Owner’s Month (February) – Got a cute, unique or weird pet(s) you just adore? Send us a photo or two along with your name, your pet’s name, a little about your furry – or not so furry – friend, your favorite thing about them,

something adorable/funny/weird they like to do, and 1-3 “responsible pet owner” tips you follow and would recommend to others.

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And as always, feel free to send us your story ideas or let us know if you’d like to write for the Crier. Happy Fall!

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Mariemont Museum Continues Exterior Work

BY BIFF BLACK, PRESIDENT The Mariemont Preservation Foundation (MPF) continues to make progress in its project to preserve the historic Ferris House across from the tennis courts on Plainville Road. The Ferris House will be the home of the Mariemont Museum that the MPF is also building out at the same time.

The latest exterior work was doing tuckpointing and replacing over 100 bricks on the west side of the building. The work was done by HICON over a period of three weeks in August, and the other sides of the building will be done in the future.

Be sure to keep an eye on the side of the Ferris House that faces Plainville Road beginning in mid-September too. You will see all of the shutters being replaced with new ones that are appropriate for the period when the house was built between 18101813. These new shutters will not have slats but will be solid because they needed to be that way to keep out the rain and cold winter air. The woodwork around each window will be painted as well as other places that need to be painted.

The Ferris House Museum Masonry Repair Project is funded in part by the Ohio History Fund, a grant program of the Ohio History Connection. Your donations to the Ohio History Fund make this program possible. www.ohiohistory.org/historyfund

We Rely On Your Support The MPF depends heavily on memberships from individuals and the merchants in Mariemont to be able to continue its work to keep Mariemont the unique village it has been since 1923. Please scan the QR code below or visit us at mariemontpreservation.org to become a member or renew your membership.

In August, the Ferris House chimney received tuckpoint work and replacement of 100 bricks.

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COMMUNI TY Taste of Mariemont (from front page) Thank you also to the following organizations and restaurants for your participation and ongoing support of our community!

Participating organizations: Boy Scouts #149 DAR - Mariemont Garden Club of Mariemont Mariemont Care Center MariElders Mariemont Area Chamber of Commerce Mariemont Community Church Mariemont Library Mariemont Preservation Foundation Mariemont Preschool Parents Group Mariemont Players Mariemont Pool Sustainable Mariemont Town Crier Village Church of Mariemont Womans Art Club/The Barn Participating restaurants: National Exemplar Dilly Deli Sweeterie Boards & Beez Emery Quarter Bistro LaRosa’s Jersey Mike’s Mango Tree Graeter’s Nancy Safran added, “This year we had several students earning their service hours – we could not have hoped for a better group! They showed up on time, ready and willing to do whatever was asked of them and really added the sparkle to the event!

These impressive youths were Addy Zawaly, Clara Nichols, Sydney Stith, Katie Tully, Sam Miller, and Caroline Klekar.” Nancy went on to say, “With the amazing coordinators, a fun new venue, the glorious weather, the food and the organizations, we couldn’t have asked for a better day! What a great way to end our summer and kick off fall.”

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Meet The Candidates Who Will Shape Mariemont’s Future

BY CAROL SANGER When voters go to the polls on November 4, the ballot will carry the names of four candidates running for election to the four open seats on the Mariemont Village Council. Each has a vision for our community, each has priorities for the next four years, and each brings a different perspective to the job. Our goal is to introduce you to these candidates and let you hear directly from them.

Alicia Stock Alicia and her husband, Brandon, moved to Mariemont 8 years ago. Her career encompassed work in corporate retail for Neiman Marcus and she now spends her time

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doing small business consulting and serving on several nonprofit boards, in addition to caring for her three small children.

1) In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing Mariemont today?

I think balancing development with preservation is Mariemont’s biggest challenge. Collaborative planning is needed to ensure that infrastructure, housing, and business decisions continue to enhance our Village’s unique identity and quality of life for both current and future generations.

2) What are your three highest priorities for the next four years?

Develop long-term plans to protect Village assets, strengthen financial transparency, and improve walkability and safety.

These priorities support Mariemont’s livability, heritage and long-term sustainability while addressing both resident concerns and future needs.

3) What unique qualities and experience do you bring to the office you’re seeking?

I bring collaborative leadership and a professional background in planning and community engagement. In my past and present leadership roles serving in MPPG (President), MariElders (Treasurer), Sustainable Mariemont and the Mariemont Pool Commission, I have fostered multi-generational relationships and demonstrated a deep commitment to the health and success of our municipality.

4) If you could accomplish just one thing while in office, what would it be?

My top priority will be to establish a clear, community-driven preservation and development plan that safeguards Mariemont’s historic integrity while guiding smart, sustainable growth for future generations.

5) What is a fun fact that few people know about you?

I grew up in a small southern town that, like Cincinnati, is known for its geographic parallels to the seven hills of Rome, Italy.

Rome, Georgia also has a Romulus & Remus replica statue in front of the city hall, given as a gift from the Italian government in 1929.

My former high school band is known as the “Sound of the Seven Hills”. The similarities

have always helped Cincinnati feel like my native home.

Lila G. Wells Lila and her husband, Greg, moved to Mariemont in 1997 and their three sons all graduated from Mariemont High School between 2016-2024. She worked as a Speech Language Pathologist in acute and rehab hospitals and holds graduate and undergraduate degrees from the University of Kentucky. Some of her favorite pastimes are hiking with her dog, Rosie, boating, paddle tennis, bowling, and Mahjong.

1) In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing Mariemont today?

The biggest challenge facing Mariemont is maintaining our infrastructure (sidewalls, roads, storm drains, etc.) and massive tree canopy. This is especially challenging due to limited revenue and a small budget.

2) What are your three highest priorities for the next four years?

My highest priorities are being a steward of public money, making fiscally responsible decisions, and prioritizing needs while respecting Mariemont’s history.

3) What unique qualities and experience do you bring to the office you’re seeking?

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4) If you could accomplish just one thing while in office, what would it be?

I want to demonstrate a fair, balanced and respectful voice for Mariemont. I hope to successfully prioritize the Village’s needs in maintaining our beautiful village and tree city.

5) What is a fun fact that few people know about you?

A fun fact about me is that I grew up in the country in Kentucky where I spent most of my time climbing trees, exploring creek beds and riding horses.

parks, and transition management of dayto-day operations to a village administrator.

3) What unique qualities and experience do you bring to the office you’re seeking?

I built a successful engineering consulting business by fostering relationships and delivering value. I revere Mary Emery’s vision and our Village’s heritage. As a retiree, I have capacity for public service.

4) If you could accomplish just one thing while in office, what would it be?

Be an encourager.

5) What is a fun fact that few people know about you?

I was born in Salt Lake City and for some unknown reason, unlike my siblings, my parents gave me no middle name.

Matt Ayer Matt and his wife, Paula, moved to Mariemont in 1987 and celebrated their 50th anniversary this year. Matt has undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering from the University of Cincinnati. He says he plans to stay in Mariemont for the duration as “there is nowhere on earth I’d prefer to live... although we do enjoy visiting Paula’s family in Hawaii.” They have two married sons, Daniel (Laura), a music teacher in Conn., and Brendan (Merey), an instructor of Landscape Architecture at Ohio State, and three grandchildren.

1) In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing Mariemont today?

Maintaining 100-year-old Village infrastructure to sustain Mariemont long-term as a national exemplar.

2) What are your three highest priorities for the next four years?

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Susan Brownknight Susan and her husband, Bryce, moved to Mariemont 14 years ago to raise their two children, attracted by the parks, the walkability, the schools and the strong sense of belonging that the village provides. She serves as CEO of LADD (Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled), a Cincinnati-based nonprofit empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live, work and thrive in the community.

A native of Washington, DC, she holds an undergraduate degree in political science and an MBA from Xavier University.

1) In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge facing Mariemont today?

Mariemont’s greatest challenge is balancing preservation with progress. We are proud of our Village’s historic character, tree-lined streets and strong sense of community. At the same time, we face modern pressures: maintaining infrastructure,

addressing traffic and pedestrian safety, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and keeping our Village welcoming to families of all ages.

The question is how we sustain Mariemont’s beauty and heritage while preparing for the future.

2) What are your three highest priorities for the next four years?

My priorities are keeping Mariemont financially strong by carefully managing taxpayer resources and making smart investments in our infrastructure; improving pedestrian and traffic safety, maintaining public spaces, and ensuring that Mariemont continues to be a safe, walkable and family-friendly village; and protecting the unique architecture, green spaces and character of Mariemont while thoughtfully continuing the development of the Old Town Square and the current Town Square.

3) What unique qualities and experience do you bring to the office you’re seeking?

As Mariemont council member and the CEO of a regional and complex nonprofit with 175 employees, I bring strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. I understand how to manage budgets, engage diverse stakeholders, and make decisions that balance values with practical realities. My experience has taught me how to listen deeply, build consensus, and guide organizations through both growth and challenge.

4) If you could accomplish just one thing while in office, what would it be?

If I could accomplish one thing, it would be to secure long-term financial sustainability for Mariemont while preserving the charm and history that make our Village so special. Ensuring strong fiscal health means we can maintain our parks, protect our safety services, and invest in the future without losing what makes Mariemont unique.

5) What is a fun fact that few people know about you?

I co-founded Cincinnati’s largest film festival – the OTR International Film Festival – which now brings thousands of people together to celebrate art and community each year. It’s a reminder that creative ideas, when supported by community, can grow into something much larger than any one person imagined.

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Hubert G. Ripley: Architect, Gastronome, Hoaxer

BY MATTHEW AYER Last month, an installment of “Architects of Mariemont” featured the Ripley Group on Chestnut Avenue, including an interview with an owner of one of the three buildings.

A recurring theme in this series has been that Charles Livingood and John Nolen interviewed and selected accomplished architects from New York, Philadelphia, and Boston who were attracted to the uniquely challenging Mariemont project and, for them, an interesting change of pace.

Our Village was founded on Livingood’s

principle that “Mariemont is an interpretation of Modern City Planning Principles applied to a Small Community to produce Local Happiness…an illustration of how well people of moderate means can live.” It is “primarily a residential district intended for wage earners and salaried people of different economic grades.” He noted in 1924 that only 10 percent of houses built since the War were for the wage earner. The goal was to economically build homes skillfully planned, well-constructed of durable materials, mostly brick, everything absolutely sanitary, yet affordable for the day’s wage

earner to rent.

The Mariemont Company benefitted from economic advantages that individual homeowners and small housing developers did not have: Mary Emery’s financing, no middleman developers or agents, economies of scale in building groups of multiunit buildings, and complete control over the project. Those advantages, along with Nolen and Livingood convincing some of our nation’s finest architects of Mariemont’s good purpose, resulted in building groups of unique, distinctive, lasting townhomes of timeless beauty yet within the reach of a

Designed by Ripley at age 21 as a summer home for Albert and Ida Verginia Hills, Hills House sits in Hudson, NH, and today is the headquarters for the Hudson, NH Historical Society. On National Register of Historic Places.

Photo courtesy of its current occupant, Hudson, NH Historical Society.

The commission to design affordable rental housing for Mariemont appears to have been a new challenge for Ripley. Nevertheless, he was able to create an “imaginative assemblage of elements, materials and textures” in brick, stone, stucco, slate and half-timber. Photograph August 2025 by M. Ayer.

Ripley’s 5,900 square foot residence in Newton, Mass. On National Register. Estimated value: $3.2M. Photo August 2025 by A.J. Garvin.

16,000 square foot Craftsman style home. Current estimated value $3.9M. On National Register. Photo August 2025 by A.J. Garvin.

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Picture Livingood and Nolen pitching the virtuous goals and the “national exemplar” aspect of the Mariemont project to some of the day’s most educated and talented architects. Hubert G. Ripley’s firm in Boston fit that elite description, and Livingood and Nolen would have appreciated Ripley’s imagination and eclecticism as the architect of fine homes in New England.

A prototypical “Renaissance man,” Hubert Ripley performed brilliantly in many fields. In Boston’s circle of architects, he excelled in the arts of cuisine. A close friend wrote in his 1943 obituary: “So to stand by while Rip prepared some delicate concoction of food or drink was like being present at a holy rite. And then to taste the delectable work of art resulting was to experience something akin to religious ecstasy.”

Hubert Ripley also excelled as a writer of rich architectural lore, creating a record not only of his personality but of his time. One

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project was memorializing the early history and architecture of a typical unspoiled New England Village. Published in 1920, this vivid tale of Stotham, Mass., details not only its architectural heritage but the “back story” for each building. The town dated to when its founders Zabdiel Podbury and Drusilla Ives took passage on the bark Promise in 1689.

An example of Ripley’s colorful chronicle, describing the original owner of one house follows: “Ichabod Somes, a wild, untamed, red-headed youth of the village, ran away at age sixteen, and shipped before the mast on the privateer Polly, at the beginning of the French and Indian Wars. Ichabod appears to have been a strapping youth, tall and well formed for his age and of callipygian aspect.

In later years it used to be said by the few who were fortunate, or unfortunate, enough to encounter him, that his single remaining eye, the other having been lost in one of his numerous encounters with Barbary pirates,

possessed a peculiar basilisk quality before which even the stoutest heart quailed, and the most resolute spirit became as weak as babbling waters.” (Ultimately captaining his own vessel, all traces of Ichabod were lost).

More than two decades after publication, an archivist from the Library of Congress discovered that there is no town of Stotham, Mass. The photographs were of typical New England houses. All the characters, details and references were fictional. Ripley would likely be happy to know that Stotham is featured online in the “Museum of Hoaxes.”

As you walk or drive by the Ripley group on Chestnut Avenue, imagine the largerthan-life character of Hubert G. Ripley. Perhaps he saw the possibility that Mariemont might fulfill his vision of Stotham, a village “where the quintessence of naturalness finds its ultimate expression.” Or consider the possibility: Is this article itself a hoax?

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MPPG Thanks Our Safety Village Camp Partners

BY JENN MILLER This summer, the Mariemont Preschool Parents Group (MPPG) hosted Safety Village Camp at Mariemont Elementary School, a weeklong program designed especially for incoming kindergarteners. Over the course of the week, 48 campers gained valuable skills to help them stay safe and confident in new and everyday situations. Campers took part in fun, hands-on activities and heard directly from community guest speakers, learning about bike and pedestrian safety, fire safety, water safety, bus etiquette, and how to recognize an emergency and call 911.

The success of Safety Village would not have been possible without the generous support of our community partners, who gave their time and expertise to create a memorable experience for the children. A special thank-you goes to the Mariemont Police Department (including K9 Dasty!), the Mariemont Fire Department, Mayor Bill Brown, the Mariemont pool lifeguards, the Hamilton County 911 dispatchers, our dedicated community crossing guard, and the school bus driver who made bus safety memorable by giving many children their very first ride!

Their involvement helped bring each safety lesson to life and showed our children the caring network of helpers who keep our amazing community safe. Safety Village continues to be a highlight of the summer, building skills, confidence, and lasting memories for our newest students.

Campers practiced “Stop, Look, and Listen” before safely crossing the road.

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Practicing bike safety in the “village.”

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Campers receiving their “Safety Licenses” at the end of week graduation ceremony

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Help Keep Our Community Pet-Friendly and Safe

BY ALLISON UHRIG VILLAGE STAFF Mariemont is proud to be pet friendly.

Our pets are family, but the Village does have special rules in place for their protection and for the protection of our neighbors. We do get a lot of questions about our furry residents, ranging from questions about cleaning up waste, barking, and animals running at large. Chapter 90 of the Mariemont Code of Ordinances addresses issues and regulations pertaining to animals in the Village.

Below are answers to some frequently asked about topics.

Picking Up After Your Pup: We all agree that animal waste on public and private property can be a problem. Not only is this a nuisance to our residents who enjoy walking and running in the Village, but it

Photo credit: iStock is a health hazard to our neighbors and to other animals and beloved pets. The CDC recommends always removing your dog’s waste from your yard and public areas by using a bag and properly disposing of it.

Keep in mind that dog waste is not a fertilizer and belongs in the trash, not in planters or gardens.

Mariemont’s code states that “No person, being the owner or in charge or control of any dog or cat shall allow or permit such dog or cat to defecate on any school grounds, Village park or other public property, or upon any private property other than that of the owner or person in charge or control of such animal, without the permission of the owner of the property.”

Barking: Our code states “Continuous barking, yelping, howling, and/or making other loud noises for 15 consecutive minutes by such dog, whether confined inside a residence or building or to the outside area, shall be deemed to have disturbed the peace and to have caused the annoyance and discomfort of persons; provided, that at the time of the complaint, no person or persons were trespassing or threatening to trespass upon the private property of the owner, and;

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Can my animal be off leash? Mariemont is a walkable, family-friendly community.

Residents and visitors of all ages enjoy outdoor recreation year-‘round. For this reason, securing pets is highly important. Any time that a pet is not in an enclosed and secured area on its owner’s property, it shall be under positive leash control of the owner, keeper, or harborer of the dog.

A dog may be allowed to run off leash but MUST remain under control of owner in the following areas. For those areas with an asterisk (*), dogs must be under positive leash control while near any of these areas during sporting activities, games, or practices. a. Ann Buntin Becker Park b. Dogwood Park/Bell Tower* c. Green space on the south side of Miami Bluff Drive between 6812 Miami Bluff and 6973 Miami Bluff (including the Mariemont Concourse) d. Lower 80 acres e. Grassy boulevard between Hiawatha Avenue and Rembold Avenue f. Practice field at Dale Park* Outdoor cats may not run at large outside of your property. Owners shall not permit pets to run at large in the public road, highway, street, lane, or alley, or upon unenclosed land, or permit them to go upon any private yard, lot, or enclosure. These regulations are in place to protect your pets as well as pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and other animals.

What should I do if I am attacked by an animal in the Village? In case of emergency, call 911. Remind children not to approach unfamiliar animals. If bitten – remain calm, obtain the owner’s information, if possible, seek medical attention, and make a report to the Mariemont Police Department.

Violation of any of the Village of Mariemont’s animal ordinances may result in fines up to $500 and may be considered a minor misdemeanor.

To read more about animal regulations in the Mariemont Code of Ordinances, go to www.mariemont.org and select “Code of Ordinances,” under the “Governance” tab and review section.

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Pumpkin Shmumpkin, I’m here for the candy!

BY ROSIE BYBEE, AGE 9 The most “spooktacular” time of the year is coming! Are you ready for Halloween? I sure am. You should come check out all the cool costumes at the Mariemont Elementary Halloween Parade. Some of the craziest costumes have been the Airheads candies and The Wizard of Oz characters. And that’s just what the teachers wore!

Halloween is on a Friday this year. You know what that means? I’ll be eating candy until midnight! (My mom is typing this

for me, she just gave me a surprised look.)

Speaking of candy, I love Kit Kats, Airheads, and Jolly Ranchers. I will also be looking for some king-size candies; I never miss those houses!

When I get home from trick-or-treating, I trade away! I have a brother and sister who HATE some of my favorites, so I give them my least favorites: Twix and anything with nuts or caramel. Sorry to those Twix fans out there!

I hope you love Halloween as much as I do. Stay safe and have fun out there!

The Next Generation of Mariemont

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Introducing our new kids’ column, Next Gen News & Views, where the youngest in our community are invited to share their opinions, musings, news, learnings, interviews, photos, artwork and more! If you have a kiddo in grades 1-8 interested in submitting a piece for consideration, please connect with Betsy Bybee at betsy.bybee@gmail. com or Margaret Jevic at margaret101@ gmail.com.

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Avid Autocare: Driven by Passion, Focused on People

BY KIM BEACH From an early age, Ryan Clo had a fascination with cars. He loved working with his hands, often taking things apart and putting them back together just to understand how they worked. That curiosity soon grew into a lifelong passion for automobiles, one that has shaped both his career and his business philosophy.

Ryan grew up on Cincinnati’s east side in the Hyde Park and Norwood neighborhoods and now lives in Clifton with his two children, Avery (4) and Ari (6).

In 2004, Ryan launched his first business, Dubwerx, in Madisonville, specializing in Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche service.

Seeing the need for a trusted repair shop that could serve all vehicle makes and models, he later founded Avid Autocare. Today, Avid employs 11 team members and operates under the tagline: “Making Car Care Simple.”

Their mission is to provide a straightforward, stress-free experience, from diagnosis to repair, supported by a convenient online appointment system.

Avid Autocare is located at 5591 Wooster Pike, at the western edge of Mariemont’s business district (just outside Fairfax). Ryan chose the site after carefully scouting the east side for the ideal spot to serve local drivers.

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Avid Autocare owner Ryan Clo When asked about the company’s future, Ryan emphasizes one thing: continually improving the customer experience. He attributes Avid’s growth to this commitment, along with his active role in the automotive industry as a teacher, writer, and consultant to other shops.

Outside of work, Ryan enjoys cycling and regularly joins the Tuesday Night Worlds group ride in Newport, Ky. In Mariemont, one of his favorite stops is Rune Juicery in the Strand. And, of course, no story about Ryan would be complete without mentioning his favorite car brand, Volkswagen, the one that first sparked his love for the

automotive world.

A quote by Maya Angelou displayed in Ryan’s office guides his approach to life and business: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

At Avid Autocare, Ryan lives out this mantra daily, focusing not only on quality repairs, but also on creating an exceptional experience that customers remember.

To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit avidautocare.com.

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Village of Fairfax Upcoming Events The Village of Fairfax would love to invite Mariemont residents to join any of the below events/programs!

• Little Miami Fire Department Neighbor Day & Chili Cookoff – October 11, 2 -3 p.m. LMFR Fire Department. Besides the Chili Cookoff, there will be a petting zoo, face painting, demonstrations from the fire department, and more! For information email villageoffairfax@ gmail.com.

• Anyone Can Haiku: An Intro Class To 3-Line Poems – October 18, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Fairfax Municipal Building, 5903 Hawthorne. $5 per adult, children 12 and under free.

To register, email anyonecanhaiku@ gmail.com • FREE Financial Wellness Workshop by 5/3rd Bank Fairfax – October 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fairfax Rec Center, 5903 Hawthorne.This workshop will be exploring Fraud Prevention.

Email 5/3rd Financial Center Manager Jeanette Trujillo at jeanette. trujillo@53.com to sign up or with questions.

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Now owned by third-generation, Deanne Fisher, our independent agency has an office right off the Square in Mariemont. Whether you are looking for home, auto, life, or business insurance coverage, we represent multiple insurance companies, so we can find the best fit for you!

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Mariemont Chamber is for Everyone!

BY SUZY WEINLAND Whether you are an area small business interested in learning more about how the Mariemont Area Chamber can serve you, are just curious about a topic one of our speakers is presenting, or are a resident ready to have fun and meet area business owners at one of our networking mixers or public events… we’re looking forward to meeting you!

Website: mariemontareachamber.com Email: mariemontareachamber@gmail.com

Upcoming Public Events

Member Meetings

Fall Sip & Shop: Thursday, Oct. 23, 5-8 p.m. Event will take place in the Miami Rd. to West St. area. $5 donation for shopping passport and prize entry. (Any Mariemont Area business can participate. Business registration deadline is October 17. Email Chelsea Mead at mariemontareachamber@ gmail.com.)

Hearts of Mariemont: Join us in February 2026 for our second annual “Hearts of Mariemont” event and 227 (Mariemont Area Chamber) Merch Release! Stay tuned for details.

Members meet bi-monthly on the first or second Wednesday, usually at The National Exemplar Tudor Room, at 5:30 p.m.

Non-members are invited to join us for free at one member meeting/presentation per year AND are welcome to stop by any a.m. or p.m. networking mixer held in off-meeting months.

Email mariemontareachamber@gmail. com to be added to the business mailing list to learn about upcoming events, meeting info, etc., and visit our website at mariemontareachamber.com.

Next Member Meeting: Wednesday, November 12, 5:30 p.m. at the National Exemplar’s Tudor Room. Financial coach and author Christine Luken will present a small business workshop. Light bites provided.

First Member Meeting of 2026: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Krista with Thrive Natural Wellness will be speaking on the importance of wellness nutrition for business owners. Members will enjoy healthy food and juice options from Rune Juicery, and B12 shots will be available, courtesy of IV Rejuve.

At our September Member Meeting, we had a very informative presentation by SOCA (Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance), sharing and explaining all the amazing benefits they will be offering our Mariemont Area Chamber members! Thank you to Michael Kusters with Cincinnati Benefit Solutions and Will Roberts. Also, a huge shout out to Lisa Hopkins with The National Exemplar for being the best host and providing us space so generously!

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Chamber Member Partnerships Our current chamber member partnerships as of September 1, 2025, include: • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield: Membership plans for businesses with 2-99 employees, with 14 percent savings on group health plans.

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• Worker’s Comp: Reduced rates with Hunter Consulting Company through a group rating program.

• Outsourced HR: HR expert partnership with Strategic HR, Inc. for small business HR needs.

• Legal Shield & ID Shield: Affordable legal and identity theft protection.

• Elavon Payment Processing: Chamber preferred partner pricing with US Bank’s Elavon payment processing program.

• Thrive Natural Wellness: 25 percent off whole health consultation.

• Branding Photography and Squarespace Setup: Discounted services with Kati Best Designs for photography, website, and social media content.

• Valley Creative Co.: Discounted branding video services.

• Financial Coaching: Exclusive member pricing with Christine Luken and digital freebies.

• Local Influencer Partnerships: Networking connections to establish influencer partnerships.

• And more is in the works!

• Check: We accept checks written to Mariemont Area Chamber and mailed to: Jackie Barnes, 84 Central Terrace, Cincinnati, OH 45215.

Renew or Join Join us! Dues are $150 annually, if paid before Sept. 30, 2025, or $200 after.

Payment Options: • Zelle: QR code, right. Please put your first and last name and business name in the memo spot.

• Website: Online payments via our NEW website: mariemontareachamber.com

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Park Board Thanks Its Many Volunteers

BY JIM GOETZ CHAIR, MARIEMONT PARKS ADVISORY BOARD A goal of the Mariemont Parks Advisory Board is to encourage neighbors to volunteer in keeping our Village’s parks and green spaces looking great. Through the month of August, over 60 volunteers have put in more than 250 hours this year doing just that! All 12 members of the Park Board have participated along with neighbors in organized clean-ups, mulching, planting, trimming and weeding throughout the Village. Here are just a few examples of those volunteer initiatives.

• Brad Lockhart and Louise Schomburg spent countless hours on the Town Square and Old Town Square gardens.

• Frank Marzullo power washed dozens of the Village’s teak benches.

• MPPG volunteers spruced up the Tot Lot and Jim Goetz and Harry Budke spread a thick new layer of mulch.

• Playgrounds at Ann Buntin Becker (ABB) Park were weeded and bushes were trimmed. Mike Sunderman, Kyle Kropog, Doug Zemke, and Mary Beth and Randy York helped spread new mulch under the play equipment.

• Dexter Simpson, Kathryn Stonesmyth and Edith Fay led other Waldorf School volunteers in cleaning up the Garden at ABB Park.

• Alvaro, Sarah and Joaquin Pasquel, Chris & Nancy Lonnemann, Tom Feie, Matt Tripepi, and Randy York transformed the island where Belmont and Settle meet from a weed jungle into a beautifully mulched greenspace.

• Matt Ayer, Lisa Wharton, Charlene Badenhop, and Tony Schmidt have kept the gardens along Murray Path and Trolley Park shared use paths watered and manicured.

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L to R: Matt Tripepi, Sarah Pasquel, Randy York & Joaquin Pasquel, Alvaro Pasquel and Jim Goetz

Belmont at Settle: Before (left) and after (right) volunteer clean-up

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Welcome to the Garden Club of Mariemont

BY DENISE SCHOLTZ GARDEN CLUB PROGRAM CHAIR The Garden Club of Mariemont was founded in 1940 and is the longest consecutive running club in the Village. The purpose of this club is to stimulate a knowledge and love of gardening among amateurs, to aid in the protection of native trees, plants, and birds, as well as to encourage civic planting.

The community projects that we are involved in are Isabella F. Hopkins Park, Butterfly Garden and Swimming Pool Entrance Flowerpots, and the Planter Wall-North Entrance.

We welcome anyone who has a love of nature, flowers, vegetables, perennials, annuals, butterfly gardens or just someone trying to meet new people.

We meet the first Wednesday of September, October, November, December, March, April, and June at 1 p.m. in the Emery Room at the Parish Center on Plainville Road, unless specified otherwise.

At our September meeting Karen Brown presented on “Madisonville Foraging Woodland Garden.” Our meetings and speakers for the rest of 2025-2026 are: • October 1: “Edible Flowers” presented

by Civic Garden Center • November 5: “Deer Proofing and Sustainable Landscapes” with Michelle Anderson • December 3: Annual Holiday Party at a member’s home. TBA. • March 4: “The Shroomery Mushrooms” with Tina Barger • April 1: “The Rose Doctor” with Brandon Snow • May 9: Annual plant sale. This is our one fundraiser each year and takes place from 9-3 p.m. on the Mariemont Municipal Building lawn.

• June 3: End of year luncheon. Michael George presents “Creation of Parks.”

Location TBA. Please come to any of our meetings or feel free to contact Denise Scholtz at dscholtz84@yahoo.com with questions.

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L-R: Mary Alice Maze, Nancy Mullen, and Denise Sholtz at the June luncheon

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L-R: Mary Alice Maze, Karen Berkich, Melody Reno, Denise Scholtz, Linda Firestone with her niece and nephew, Karen Brown, and Cathy Schneider at 80 Acres Farms

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Grandparents Day is more than a holiday, it’s a time to honor the wisdom, love, and legacy of older adults. We invite our community to celebrate grandparents year-round by supporting MariElders Senior Center, a place where seniors are vibrant, get connected, and stay engaged.

Located in the heart of Mariemont, MariElders is a nonprofit that provides vital services to help seniors remain independent, active, and engaged. From transportation to wellness classes and social activities, MariElders is a lifeline for many older adults in our area.

Your support can make a difference.

Whether through donations, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, you can help ensure MariElders continues to thrive.

Cconsider honoring a grandparent or senior in your life by giving back to a center that gives so much.

Let’s come together as a community to show our gratitude and support for the people who’ve paved the way for us. Visit www.marielders.org to learn more and get involved.

MariElders members enjoy an outing to the Harriet Beecher Stowe House.

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DAR Participates in Taste of Mariemont

Two Fun Events Support The Mariemont Arts Association The Mariemont Arts Association (MAA) is looking for crafters/vendors for their upcoming Mariemont Maker’s Market.

The Market will be held in Mariemont High School Sunday, November 16 from 12-4 p.m.

Email mariemontartspresident@gmail.com for more information.

The MAA is also excited to announce Music Bingo is moving to Mac’s Pizza – 6309 Wooster Pike! The first Music Bingo will be on Tuesday, September 23 at 7 p.m.

Music Bingo is free to play, donations are greatly appreciated and will go to support the art teachers and students of the school district. We will also have a Split the Pot!

Pictured L to R: Mariemont DAR Chapter members Sharon Conrad, Sarah Hartkemeier, Mary Jo Holohan (Regent), Sherri Smithson, and Debbie Himmel.

BY SARAH HARTKEMEIER HISTORIAN/LIBRARIAN The Mariemont Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Chapter was invited by the Mariemont Preservation Foundation to participate in the Taste of Mariemont Sunday, August 24. This is the first time that this current DAR chapter has shared with the community what type of services they provide.

The premise of DAR is threefold: to promote patriotism, education, and historic preservation. DAR also engages in volunteer work and community projects along with honoring the legacy of American Revolution patriots through lineage heritage.

What a wonderful day to educate people about America turning 250 years old in 2026. We distributed Vietnam Veterans’ pins honoring their 50th anniversary and pins to surviving family members. Membership pamphlets were also given to those who were interested in joining DAR. But the favorite activity was tattooing adults and M AR IE M O N T TO W N CR IE R

children with “America 250!” tattoos. People loved them. What a fun event to participate in.

For more information on the Daughters of the American Revolution Mariemont Chapter, email us at regent@mariemontdar. com or mary.s.holohan@gmail.com.

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‘The Best Way to Spread Christmas Cheer…’

BY ANNA STRAND There’s a crisp feeling in the air, and Luminaria, a longstanding Mariemont holiday tradition, will be here before we know it. The Mariemont Preschool Parents Group

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Photo credit: MPF / MPPG. (MPPG), is planning for the 32nd annual Luminaria, scheduled for Saturday, December 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. Luminaria is MPPG’s largest fundraising event. Thanks to your continued support, we are proud to have do-

nated last year’s proceeds to local organizations such as The Ronald McDonald House, ProKids, the Centennial Fund for Dogwood Park renovations, and the Mariemont Pool. “…is singing loud for all to hear!”* Join neighbors, family and friends for a festive evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Old Town Square, with a welcome by our town crier, carols led by the Mariemont High School Chorus, and speeches by MPPG President Amanda Barnett and Mayor Bill Brown.

Once again, one lucky raffle winner will have the honor of flipping the switch for the community tree lighting with their entire family. It could be yours!

“Santa! I know him!”* Following the kickoff activities, enjoy a festive winter wonderland, musical performances, and holiday magic. To the delight of the young and the young-at-heart, Santa will arrive at Old Town Square at 6:15 p.m., and will be there to meet with families until 8 p.m.

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Carriage ride tickets can be purchased when you buy your Luminaria kits or with cash the night of the event.

“You should be on a Christmas Card!”* The beauty and creativity of holiday decorations is one of the festive traditions that makes our neighborhood magical at this time of year. We encourage you to register for the House Decorating Contest, with a chance to win gift cards to favorite local establishments!

December may sound far away, but the time to register is now. You can purchase your Luminaria kits, tree lighting raffle tickets, and carriage ride tickets, as well as register for the House Decorating Contest online at www.mariemontppg.com/luminaria. Alternatively, you’ll find paper order forms inserted in this Town Crier issue, and you can drop those off or mail them with payment to Maggie Kenner at 6603 Pleasant Street.

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The deadline to order your luminaria kits for convenient delivery to your home is Friday, October 24. A limited number of kits will be available for an additional charge at the Boy Scout Christmas Tree Sale, located at the Mariemont Municipal Building/Firehouse, on November 28-30 and on the day of Luminaria on December 6, from 12-4 p.m.

We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you at this favorite Village event. Please contact Cassidy Beals or Maggie Kenner at mariemontluminaria@ gmail.com with any questions. Thank you for supporting MPPG and the Village of Mariemont. *Quotes from Buddy the Elf, Elf, 2003.

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Mariemont Elementary Teacher Brings the Arts to Residents Through The Barn

BY HEATHER HAUGHT OPERATIONS MANAGER, THE BARN Alleen Manning, former art teacher at Mariemont Elementary School, is now in her third term as a board member of The Barn, continuing to work hard to make sure the arts are readily available to all Mariemont residents.

Alleen, how did you become involved with The Barn?

I have spent my life being an advocate for the arts. When I was teaching in Mariemont, I knew that most of my students were not going to be working in artistic fields, yet art is important to their development. I was teaching my students to think intuitively using creative methods, which are applicable to so many aspects of life. Ultimately leading them to visit art museums and galleries around the world and to think out of the box!

When I retired, so many doors of opportunity opened. I traveled, started a small business and even got a puppy. But art kept calling me.

Our dear friend Larry McGruder, who was always so kind, invited me to join the board at The Barn, also known as the Woman’s Art

Club of Cincinnati Foundation (WACCF). As a founding board member, he, along with so many others helped raise the money needed to transform this run-down old Barn into the beautiful cultural art center it is today.

What’s the latest news at The Barn?

Our programming continues to innovate bringing in more people for a wider range of classes, exhibits and events! Mariemont Paint-Out returns October 17-18, and we encourage all who are interested to register on our new website. Our first Pollinator Week was a huge hit, and we’re going

Alleen Manning even bigger for 2026! We’re seeing 20,000+ people of all ages come through our doors each year, which is wonderful, but also taxing on the building. This year more than ever we’re seeing the effects, and the costs of maintaining this beautiful structure for generations to come.

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The Barn is 100 years old. The early renovations are now almost 20 years old, and this past year has been unusually fraught with unexpected big ticket expenses, adding up to $162,000.

Each person who steps through our doors brings life and energy to our art classes, exhibits and community celebrations.

The many feet, hands and hearts that keep our mission thriving also bring with them dancing shoes, paint brushes, and nail holes that cause wear and tear on the building.

It is time to refinish floors, paint walls and continue exterior repairs and restoration to protect this historic gem.

How can the community help?

Anyone can donate at our website www. thebarninmariemont.org/give-1. Or, make a check out to WACCF, and mail it to The Barn, 6980 Cambridge Avenue, Mariemont, Ohio 45227.

We’re thrilled to say we’ve received a $16,000 matching grant! Anyone who gives money right now, even $10, will effectively be giving double that amount. Given the number of unexpected repairs that have come up this year, the timing of this grant couldn’t be better.

The Barn is truly an educational jewel for artistic and creative expression. It is a hub of fun and activity that fills in a void that would otherwise be missing. If there’s ever been a great time to give to The Barn, it’s right now. We thank the incredible residents of Mariemont for helping us continue our mission to create, appreciate, and educate.

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Marya Jane Dungan

May 15, 1939 - August 4, 2025 SUBMITTED BY MARYA’S DAUGHTER LESLIE BADGER With sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marya Jane Dungan (née Dollenmayer). Marya, 86, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025 with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. Marya was born to John Dollenmayer and Ruth Dollenmayer (née Fadler) in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is survived by her sister Karen Vroegh; son and daughter-in-law Douglas and Courtney Mullins, granddaughters Kaitlyn and Cynthia; and her daughter and son-in-law, Leslie and Chris Badger, granddaughters Lucy and Hannah. She was predeceased by her husband, David Dungan.

Raised in Mariemont, she chose to return here after raising her own family in Indian Hill. Marya spent many hours walking the trails below the Bell Tower with her canine companion and “best friend” Sadie, playing endless rounds of golf and hands of bridge.

Marya was also a long-time volunteer for the MariElders, the local senior activity center.

She always found ways to plug into her community, from knitting baby blankets and hats for the local hospital to organizing flower arrangements for the center. When she wasn’t busy with one of these activities she was often found in her yard, working in the gardens. Fiercely independent with a dry

sense of humor, one always felt welcomed in her presence.

While Marya’s heart and soul was tied to her hometown of Mariemont, some 13 years ago, with her daughter living in Vermont and her son in Switzerland, Marya chose to move to Vermont to be closer to family.

Arriving in the Mad River Valley in 2012, she quickly became a part of the MRV community, fulfilling her priorities in life anew – family, golf, bridge, gardening, walks with Sadie, and volunteer work.

Marya spent her last years in Shelburne where she could receive the care she needed as Alzheimer’s progressed. Thank you to the nurses, staff and caregivers at The Arbors in Shelburne, Vt., who loved our “spicy” mom, and knew how to pronounce her name correctly from the very first day.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marya’s memory to the senior service organizations where she volunteered for many years: • MariElders in Mariemont, Ohio www.marielders.org • Mad River Seniors in the Mad River Valley, Vermont www.madriverseniors.org

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Village News

L-R: Mariemont Preschool Parents members Maggie Kenner, Amanda Barnett, and Alicia Stock and Village Maintenance Supervisor Ben James.

the curb and collect them.

• Prior to mid-October and after the fourth week of December, leaves must be bagged for pick up.

• Leaf collection days are not exact, due to unpredictable factors such as weather conditions, equipment and staff availability, and other unforeseen emergencies throughout the Village.

• If you do not wish to wait for the leaf vacuum, bag the leaves in brown paper yard waste bags (bags available at most hardware stores and Kroger) and place them at the curb after 6 p.m. the day before your pickup. They’ll be picked up by Rumpke on the same day your trash is collected.

October 31 – Trick or Treat, 6-8 p.m., rain or shine.

Council Representatives Mayor Bill Brown mayor@mariemont.org Rob Bartlett rbartlett@mariemont.org Susan Brownknight sbrownknight@mariemont.org Matthew Ayer mayer@mariemont.org Marcy Lewis mlewis@mariemont.org Robert Van Stone rvanstone@mariemont.org Randy York ryork@mariemont.org

New Water Fountain Installed at Dogwood Park A new water fountain has been installed at Dogwood Park near the Clarence Erickson shelter. The new drinking fountain features a bottle filling station, drinking fountain, and pet fountain. The fountain was made possible by a donation from the Mariemont Preschool Parents Group and installed by Maintenance Supervisor Ben James.

Important Dates October 4 – Warrior Run (new location at the Concourse) October 13 – Village offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. October 14 – Leaf collection will begin 10/14/2025. We will suspend the brush route on the same day and will continue leaf collection until 12/26/2025. Brush/limb collection and Christmas tree pick-up by the Service Department will resume 1/6/2026.

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Village Worship Services

Village Church of Mariemont villagechurchofmariemont.org Mariemont Memorial Chapel Offices at 3920 Oak Street

Todd Keyes, Pastor Jamie Keyes, Children’s Ministries We invite you to worship with us on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Mariemont Memorial Stone Chapel. Our children’s classes and office are just off the Old Village Square at the corner of Oak and Maple Streets (3920 Oak Street). We also livestream all our services at facebook.com/VCMChurch.

We are a small church with a big heart.

We strive to be a Christ-centered caring community providing relevant teaching from the Bible and authentic relationships.

In today’s fast-paced world, we offer a place to slow down, connect, and build lasting friendships.

Our Kidz Connection program is a fun way for children (Nursery to 6th Grade) to learn about God and the Bible during our Sunday morning worship services – 9:3010:30 a.m.

On Tuesday, October 31, we will host Fall season treats and games at our 3920 Oak Street building. Bring your kids by while they are trick-or-treating from 6-8 p.m.

Women’s Bible Study meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month – check the website for more information.

Men’s Lunch Discussion meets weekly. If you have an interest in this study, contact Pastor Todd Keyes at toddkeyes@ villagechurchofmariemont.org.

For more information about these and other events or to learn more about our church, visit our website at www. villagechurchofmariemont.org or contact Pastor Todd Keyes.

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Mariemont Church

mariemontchurch.org facebook.com/MariemontChurch YouTube: @MariemontChurch The Clocktower Building at 3908 Plainville Rd. Jamie Moore, Lead Pastor Paul Rasmussen, Worship Pastor Katie Smith, Next Gen Director Renee Brownfield, Preschool Director Mike Brownfield, Director of Operations Sunday Morning Services take place at 9 and 11 a.m. Livestream services at our website, www.mariemontchurch.org, or on YouTube, @MariemontChurch.

Current Sunday Series: “Your Story: Encountering God the Father from Genesis to Revelation.” Join us for a 15-month journey of reading chronologically through the Bible and experiencing God together!

Kingdom Kids Sunday School takes place for babies through grade 6 during both Sunday morning services. Contact katie@ mariemontchurch.org.

Next Chapter Youth Group for Middle and High Schoolers (Grades 7-12) meets

Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. Contact katie@ mariemontchurch.org.

Weekday Prayer and Meditation: All are welcome to enter a quiet space for prayer and meditation — a time to connect with God, bring your praise, pain, prayers, and concerns, or simply rest in His presence.

Tuesday - Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and go as you wish.

Rooted Discipleship Classes – Fall Session 2: Classes are designed to help you go deeper in your relationship with God, yourself, and others: “Resilience,” “Bible Study Methods,” “Faith at Work,” and “Naturally Supernatural.” Wednesdays, Oct. 15 Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m. $50 per class.

Women’s Ministry: Grow closer to God and in relationship with other women. All are welcome! Check the website for details. Joy in the Morning meets Tuesdays 9:15-11:15 a.m. in the Clocktower Building. Evening Joy meets 1st and 3rd Monday evenings, 7:30-8 p.m. in the Clocktower Building.

Men’s Friday Morning Bible Study: Starting at 6:30 a.m. every Friday. All are welcome! More men’s studies are available.

Check out info on the website.

Small Groups are available for all stages of life. Contact paul@mariemontchurch.org Mariemont Church Preschool: Contact our Preschool Director, Renee Brownfield, at preschool@mariemontchurch.org.

All events are held at the Clocktower Building unless otherwise noted. To learn more, visit mariemontchurch.org or contact info@mariemontchurch.org. We’d love to hear from you!

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