Mariemont Town Crier, Sept 2023, Volume 48, Issue 1

The Boathouse – Then and Now

By Matthew Ayer

This installment in the “Architects of Mariemont” series features one of the many contributions of Charles Frederick Cellarius. A 1909 graduate of Norwood High School, Cellarius graduated from Yale University in

Drafted in 1918, Cellarius served in World War I as a machine gun lieutenant in France. After the armistice, he served in Paris in the Army Educational Corps, to help organize schools for returning soldiers. Here he met an accomplished New York City architect, Captain

pleased Mary Emery and Livingood, balancing pleasing designs with favorable economics. During construction, Livingood offered him a full-time position as supervising architect at a generous salary for a young architect. With desires to fulfill recently awarded residential design commissions, Cellarius declined as he was concerned the project could set back his progress as an independent architect.

A few days later, he was happy to accept a half-time assignment as the supervising architect for the Dale Park section of Mariemont. From there, the young Cellarius benefitted from his direct work with the talented collection of leading American residential architects carefully selected by Livingood. In his memoir, he describes their specific influences. He also carefully observed the church’s construction, particularly the interesting roof features designed by Louis Jallade, as well as techniques in laying the stone roof, the masons working with local limestone, and the backwoods Kentucky craftsmen brought to Mariemont for hand-hewing the oak timbers.

1913, where as a matter of general interest he took the one course offered in architecture, taught by Richard Dana. Inspired to pursue a career in the field, he earned his architectural degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1916.

During the summer of 1914 he had accompanied his parents on a trip abroad, during which he visited Port Sunlight, a model village near Liverpool, England planned for factory workers of the Lever Soap Company. This development served as an inspiration for the garden city movement.

Aymar Embury II, for whom he worked and gained experience in residential design for one year.

Returning to Cincinnati, he founded his own architectural practice in 1921 and quickly gained a reputation in designing fine homes. Interested in taking part in the newly announced Mariemont project, Cellarius called on Charles Livingood and was selected to design a group of row houses on the west side of Beech Street, which were begun shortly after the Dana group (on Chestnut Street), designed by his early mentor from Yale. The Beech homes particularly

Livingood wanted a lake in the town as conceived by John Nolen. The Mariemont Company dammed up the ravine coursed by Whiskey Creek south of Wooster Pike to form a two-acre shallow pool (aka lagoon) with a small island. He assigned Cellarius the task of designing a structure to facilitate the lagoon’s function for recreational boating and winter skating.

Cellarius designed a building in Tudor Revival style of local stone and hand-hewn oak timbers to conform to the shape of the lagoon. A large room with one end of the building open to the lake was designed to launch canoes and rowboats and store them in winter. He beautifully fit the building into its natural

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Boathouse and lagoon, 1931

Kiwanis Art & Craft Market This Saturday, Sept. 10!

The annual Kiwanis Art & Craft Market is the largest fundraiser of the year for the Kiwanis Club of Mariemont. Held the second Sunday of September – rain or shine - in the green space across from the Mariemont Inn, the fair brings vendors from across the state with unique, one-of-a-kind crafts and goods.

For over 35 years, the Art & Craft Market has brought thousands to beautiful, downtown Mariemont to shop nearly 90 vendors from across the Tri-State. From local art and woodworking, to handcrafted clothing and jewelry, you’ll find something for everyone!

There will also be a food tent with grilled items and non-alcoholic beverages. Proceeds benefit Kiwanis of Mariemont programs for youth in our community.

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environment by nestling this fanciful chalet into the hillside. The building included restrooms, a meeting room and a stone fireplace for warming skaters in winter.

The most striking feature of the Boathouse is its curving gable roof with its primitive,

concerns. It was drained in the early 1960s, overgrowth was removed, a large storm sewer pipe installed, fill dirt was brought in, and the area was graded to its present elevations.

By the 1970s the Boathouse had fallen into disrepair but was resurrected by residents under the leadership of Boy Scout Troop 149 and its Explorer Post, beginning in the mid-1960s

through a grand reopening with an ice cream social in June 1979. Many Scouts completed Eagle projects associated with the Boathouse renovation.

The final phase of this rehabilitation included design work by local architect Dick

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irregular stones assembled in courses that diminish in size from eave to ridge. Livingood had challenged him by commenting that American architects lacked imagination, and that the Cotswold stones had to be brought from England at great expense for the church, as no one in America was designing similar roofs from local stone. Cellarius explained the uniqueness of the Cotswold material, which could be readily cleaved into thin pieces, was soft enough after quarrying to punch holes for attachment, but also hardened with some exposure to air for durability.

Further challenged by Livingood that the real problem was a lack of imagination, some reasonably uniformly thin stones were found in creek beds in the Mt. Carmel area. About half the stones were lost when attempting to drill this much harder limestone, but eventually enough roofing material was fabricated to emulate the church roof. The same attachment method was used – a tin bottle cap, lead washer, mastic tar, and a heavy copper nail.

Unfortunately, the lagoon became inviable due to silting, mosquitos, pollution, and safety

Boathouse (from front page)

Boathouse and Dale Park area architect, Lieutenant Charles F. Cellarius

Boathouse (from previous page)

Savage, and costs shared by the Village (twofifths), the Emery Memorial (two-fifths) and private donors via the Troop (one-fifth). The roof was restored, rotten timbers replaced, a furnace installed, new lighting inside and out, termite damage repaired, flooring added, drainage improved, and a large window added to facilitate natural lighting. The Scouts used the Boathouse for its meetings and events into the late 1980s.

In 1999-2000, Mariemont Preservation Foundation (MPF) planned and executed the next major Boathouse renovation, with funding assistance from the Emery Memorial. MPF records document an active volunteer committee of its resident members sharing the various tasks. The entire stone roof was removed and re-laid, adding limestone roof tiles recovered from a demolition project in Wales and purchased from a broker in England. As a mixture of the original stones and the imported stones were assembled, the roofer came up short on the “heavies” – the large stones at and near the roof’s eave. He supplemented the materials by cutting and drilling limestone of a suitable thickness from his Clemont County farm.

The restrooms were upgraded, rotten timbers replaced, oak doors and shutters replicated after the originals, and the stairway from the park area above was upgraded with a mix of stone and poured concrete.

Forward to today, and the building is maintained by the Village and rented at a nominal fee for (non-alcoholic) events. It is the perfect place for a child’s birthday party and family or club events, with plenty of seating inside and out.

While a stone roof can last for many decades, it requires continuous inspection, cleaning, and repairs. As the Village of Mariemont celebrates its 100th anniversary, it is time to perform stone roof rehabilitation work, once again collecting and fabricating suitable limestone pieces harvested from nearby farms. The Village is presently seeking funding opportunities including the Ohio History Fund Grants administered by our state historic preservation office.

The Livingood creativity challenge was accepted as Cellarius designed a recreational

focal point of classic beauty for our model town and fitting of the American garden city movement. Its unique features were described in Mariemont’s designation as a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service. The building is an early work in the distinguished career of Charles Cellarius. (Watch for future articles concerning his contributions to Mariemont and this region).

Thanks to the continuing watchfulness and stewardship by Mariemont volunteers and protection under our preservation code, future residents can enjoy this beautiful building.

Boathouse Rental Info

To rent the boathouse for your next meeting or event, you can review available amenities, photos and complete the online reservation form at www. mariemont.org/shelters OR call the Village Offices at 271-3246, option #3.

Fee: $50 refundable deposit. $6.25 per hour for residents; $25 per hour for nonresidents; minimum 4 hours, maximum 5 hours.

The Boathouse was in a state of disrepair in 1972 prior to renovation to its current state.

Mariemont Preschool Parents Group Welcomes Young Families to Join!

By Maggie Kenner, MPPG President

The Mariemont Preschool Parents Group (MPPG) has been a part of the Mariemont community for over six decades. Our mission is to build connections among families with young children through seasonal activities for preschoolers, a monthly social and speaker series for moms, couples parties, dads social events, and fundraisers throughout the year, including Mariemont’s Luminaria! As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, we’re proud to have donated thousands of dollars to our community, including the Mariemont Centennial Project and other local charities. None of this would be possible without our incredible group of members!

MPPG is excited to welcome new families with children ages 0-5 years to join returning members and their families for our annual

17th, 4:30-6 p.m. at Dogwood Park. Bring your own picnic and blanket or chairs for dinner at the park with other families while the kids enjoy balloon animals, face-painting, story time and popsicles. The carillon will also be playing children’s music.

We welcome all young families to join us, whether your child is gearing up for Kindergarten next year or whether you’re expecting your first baby. It’s a great way to meet new people with children of the same age, to discover great resources, and to participate in fun activities for the entire family throughout the year!

October will bring our first month of activities, including our annual “Fall Fest” on October 1, 4-6 p.m., where we transform The Concourse into our own mini pumpkin patch, complete with pumpkins for children to

neighborhood, a scavenger hunt, and more. Fall will also bring a couples party, our first speaker social, and a special roundtable event designed to help parents better understand the different preschool methodologies.

Please visit MariemontPPG.com to learn more or to register for the year ahead. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email Maggie Kenner at MPPGNews@gmail.com.

MPPG members gather for the end-of-the-year social

MPPG Has Christmas on its Mind!

By Cassidy Beals, Luminaria Co-chair

It may only be the beginning of September, but we already have Christmas on our mind! Mariemont Preschool Parents Group’s annual Luminaria night is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 2 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join your neighbors, family, and friends for a festive night as our streets are filled with the warm glow of luminaries.

We’ve made a few changes to Luminaria

while continuing some of our favorite traditions. Our main festivities will take place at the Old Town Square. We are looking forward to having all our celebrations back in one central location this year! And of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be here to help kick off the festivities and visit with the children.

A big thank you to our local Biggby Coffee for donating hot chocolate this year! You can cozy up with a free cup of cocoa while enjoying carriage rides around the square and take in

all the decorations. Be sure to purchase your carriage ride tickets in advance. Prices increase the night of the event!

The House Decorating Contest is back once again! This has been such a hit the past few years. Voting will take place during luminaria and the winning house will be awarded a $150 gift card to a local business.

New this year: you can win an opportunity to help Mayor Brown light the Christmas tree! Submit your name(s) on your order form ($5 per raffle entry) and the winner will be announced in the Luminaria Program. Keep an eye out for YOUR name!

The deadline to order your Luminaria kits, enter the House Decorating Contest and enter to count down the tree lighting is Sunday, October 22nd. Orders are encouraged to be placed online by visiting https://www.mariemontppg.com/ luminaria or through the paper order forms which will be included in the October issue of the Town Crier. A limited number of kits will also be available at the Boy Scout Christmas Tree Sale (located at the Mariemont Municipal Building/ Firehouse) on November 24-26 and December 2.

Luminaria is MPPG’s largest fundraising event. We are proud to have donated prior years’ proceeds to local organizations such as St. Joseph’s Orphanage, Mariemont Angel Fund, Le Soupe, as well as other community projects. Please contact Cassidy Beals or Meg Cooper at mariemontluminaria@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you for supporting Mariemont Preschool Parent Group and the Village of Mariemont!

Congratulations to Mariemont Girl Scout on Achieving the Prestigious Gold Award

By Ellie Haynes

According to Girl Scouts of America, the Girl Scout Gold Award is “the mark of the truly remarkable—proof that not only can she make a difference, but that she already has.” Seniors and Ambassadors who earn the Gold Award tackle issues that are dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond. And only 5.4% of eligible girl scouts earn this prestigious award.

Here is a Q&A with Emma about her project:

Q - What is your topic about? What drew you to it?

A - I did my project on spreading ADHD awareness, which was important to me because I have been diagnosed with ADHD for a long time.

Q - What was the process like? Was there trial and error? If so, did you have to make adjustments?

A - I made an educational video and a curriculum to be added to the Everybody Counts program at the Elementary school. The curriculum included: activities to simulate what it may feel like to be a student with ADHD, a video I filmed of me discussing my experience and common misconceptions of ADHD, books written about ADHD, and built-in class discussions to talk about what the students learned.

Mariemont High School Senior Emma Aiello has been a Girl Scout for 11 years and last spring earned the Gold Award for designing and implementing an ADHD Awareness module to be utilized by the Everybody Counts program at Mariemont Elementary School.

Emma worked with multiple 5th grade classes to create the curriculum, which included interactive activities such as distracted reading, educational books about ADHD to be read by teachers to the students, an informational video, and open discussions. She evaluated the success of her curriculum through feedback from students and teachers, adjusting as needed before finalizing it with the Everybody Counts program.

Over 80% of students wrote they learned something new about ADHD after partaking in the curriculum. The Everybody Counts program will sustain the project, the 5th grade teachers will present the curriculum to their classes annually, and the video is available on YouTube for all to learn from.

Gold Award (from previous page)

The process took a little over a year (it was definitely stretched out) and took a lot of research, thought, communication with teachers and board members of Everybody Counts, and testing of different possible simulations for my curriculum. Peer feedback heavily shaped my finished product, as they helped choose which activities that I came up with were the most effective.

Q - How do you think your project impacted your community?

A - My project was able to reach a lot of people, which I am proud of. My video was posted publicly on YouTube, and my curriculum was implemented by the whole 5th grade class at ME. From the feedback I received from students and teachers, my curriculum helped educate these students on ADHD and inspired many to be more accepting and kinder to all students.

Congratulations, Emma, on a well-deserved achievement.

Mariemont Eagle Scout Rebuilds Concourse Benches

By Randy York

Mariemont sophomore Preston Badenhop rebuilt four stationary benches at the Concource over the summer as part of his Eagle Scout project.

As a candidate for Eagle Scout, Badenhop chose the benches at the Concourse for his project because they were unsafe and needed to be repaired or replaced. He identified the park benches that were damaged and dangerous, then designed and built the replacements. In addition, he and others from Troop 149 cleared out brush and invasives to complete the project.

Badenhop, of Settle Ave., joined Cub Scouts Pack 1 in 2013 and crossed over into Boy Scouts in 2019. His guide through Boy Scouts has been Mike Wood, the Scoutmaster for Troop 149. According to Preston, “Mr. Wood has led me and many others through Boy Scouts. Since 2019

I have gone on many adventures across Ohio, Kentucky, and more. My largest highlight has been the Boundary Waters trip in Ely, Minnesota. I have logged over 30 service hours and have 35 merit badges. Overall, Scouting as benefited not only me, but the community as a whole.”

The project was funded through donations Preston received, with matching funds from the Mariemont Legacy Foundation.

Preston Badenhop with a rebuilt bench

Celebrate Something Grand: Grandparents Day, September 10

By Pete McBride

Countries, nations, regions, communities, organizations, and advocacy groups around the globe celebrate various “national days of recognition” for a variety of causes. Some are altruistic, some commercial, many philanthropic, others whimsical, and some just plain weird, such as “Ask a Stupid Question Day,” and “National Nose Picking Day” (it’s real)! There are over 2000 days of recognition in the U.S. alone.

This September 10th we celebrate a less wellknown - but important - “National Day” in our country (and others): “National Grandparents Day.”

The notion of a day to honor grandparents had its earliest beginnings in 1961 during the first ever White House Conference on Aging, hosted by President Eisenhower. In 1963, it became an official holiday in the Bronx, New York. Then, following stalwart advocacy efforts in 1970 and 1973 by Jacob Reingold and Marion McQuade, in 1978 the U.S. Congress passed into law and - after being signed by then-President Jimmy Carterproclaimed the first Sunday after Labor Day as “National Grandparents Day.”

Today, national organization Generations United promotes that same cause and “urges grandparents and older adults to share their wisdom and perspective, and fundamental civic values with young people on Grandparents Day.”

(Source: Grandparents Day Council at Generations United www.gu.org)

There is also, per the Grandparents Day Council, an official Grandparents Day flower (the forget-me-not) and an official Grandparents song (“A Song for Grandma and Grandpa” by Johnny Prill, released in 2014 and available on YouTube - although perhaps not on a lot of people’s digital playlists.)

Over many decades, sages, scholars, prophets, poets, dreamers, definers, wise women and wise men, and wonderfully-witty wits - some famous, some less well-known, some anonymous - have celebrated grandmas and grandpas in multitudes

of praise and ways. Here are a few:

“If nothing is going well, call your grandmother.”

“Something magical happens when parents turn into grandparents.”

“Grandparents help children get into mischief they haven’t thought of yet.”

“Grandmas never run out of hugs or cookies.”

“Grandparents are the perfect blend of love, laughter, and happy memories.”

“To a small child, the perfect granddad is unafraid of big dogs and fierce storms, but absolutely terrified of the word ‘boo’.”(Nicholas Brault)

“The best baby-sitters, of course, are the baby’s grandparents. You feel completely comfortable entrusting your baby to them for long periods, which is why most grandparents flee to Florida.”

(Dave Berry)

“If I’d known grandkids were this much fun, I’d have had them first.”

“Grandpas always have time for you when everyone else is too busy.”

“Elephants and grandchildren never forget.”

(Andy Rooney)

“There are no words to describe the sheer joy of holding your baby’s baby.”

In celebration of Grandparent’s Day, and especially in this Mariemont Centennial Year, perhaps a visit to our Village’s historic Family

Statuary in Dale Park is in order. Pay special attention to the grandparent figures while reflecting on precious moments with your own grandparents – or if YOU are a grandparent, think about what you love most about spending time with your grandchildren!

The Town Crier would like to invite grandparents who now live in Mariemont with grandchildren also living here to share with us your own “grandparent-isms,” wisdom and/or personal reflections on being a grandparent. We hope to gather enough feedback to include in a future issue of The Town Crier. Please contact editor Suzy Weinland at mariemonttowncrier@gmail.com.

The proposed Family Statuary shelter and new gardens, Dale Park

Aging is Everybody’s Business

By Kimberly Flick, MariElders Transportation Coordinator

The Village of Mariemont has so much going for it. We have excellent schools, outstanding Public Safety and Services, great restaurants and shops, a luxurious Inn, multi-screen theater, beautiful parks, architecture, and aesthetics at every turn. A Village that truly provides for all its people.

For more than 45 years, The Village has maintained a 1 mil property tax levy to aid the operation of the non-profit Center for Adults 55 and Older – The MariElders, Inc. Additionally, the Center receives funding from the Council on Aging of Southwest Ohio, along with membership dues. Annual fiscal audits and biennial audits by the Council on Aging ensure that all finances and funding are managed responsibly. MariElders has never failed an audit.

Approximately 300 members comprise the activity center, located on Madisonville Road behind the Inn. Monday through Friday, various groups filter in and out for wellness classes, courses, lectures, field trips, and table games. Some members are loyal supporters. Some are very active members. There are members who aren’t able to get out much but benefit from our Transportation Services. Some are adult “kids” of past members. Others have moved here to live near their adult children. Then there are members who have no relatives and life would seem very empty if not for their “MariElders family.”

The MariElders helps retirees and older adults connect with peers and the community. When driving becomes problematic, we provide rides for

residents to and from the Center, local businesses, and area healthcare providers for a nominal $2 donation per roundtrip.

To borrow from Newton’s law: A body in motion is likely to stay in motion, and a body at rest is likely to stay at rest. That certainly applies to aging. Staying engaged helps us forestall physical, cognitive and emotional decline, all of which increases the less active we become. Being involved with MariElders helps reduce stress and depression – keeps us healthy. Friendships provide meaningful support after the loss of a loved one. Getting together with others helps us maintain independence and a positive outlook. MariElders is a great place to BE.

Since our beginnings in 1977 a few catch phrases have become a part of the organization,

such as “Aging is not for Sissies.” The further along we go, the tougher the journey can get. Having folks around who “speak the same language” can make a huge difference. Our MariElders Community Resources Coordinator assists members in locating services and support for them to live more safely and independently in their home.

“Aging is Everybody’s Business” is another long-standing motto of The MariElders. The voters of Mariemont have played a significant role in the success of their Senior Activity Center. As we head closer to a half-century of providing services to the mature citizens of our Village, we would like to express our deep gratitude for the support you have provided. We hope you will vote to renew our operating levy this November. It won’t raise your taxes. Thank you!

MariElders seniors enjoy a day out and tour of Voice of America Broadcasting

Centennial Committee Moves Forward with Projects, Grant Applications

By Randy York

This Summer the Centennial Committee completed 15 additional funding request applications and continued to move forward with the plans for Dogwood Park and The Family Statuary.

There are a number of significant grant applications due this fall. The results of these requests will determine the timing and scope of the park enhancements. To date the committee has received $1.2 million in financial support.

In June, the Village approved the bid from the Kleinger’s Group to develop the plan for Dogwood Park. This plan will include an enhanced entrance to the park, a loop trail, increased visibility to the Bell Tower, and the redesign and updating of the “tot-lot.” As plans evolve, they will be placed in the pop-up “Mariemont News” on the Village website. There will be public meetings this Fall for community input, which also will be announced on the Village website.

In August, the Village was proposed a plan to seek bids for the construction of a structure over the Family Statuary Group and the hardscape and landscape plan for fund raising and budgeting purposes. Approval is pending. The proposed rehabilitation of Dale Park at the Family Statuary will

include the rededication of this park as Mary Emery Centennial Gardens and include the structure over the Family Statuary to protect it from further erosion, a redesigned walking path in the park, and updated signage and landscaping. The plans for this park can also

be found on the “Mariemont News” pop up on the Village web site.

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Mariemont Legacy Foundation Supports Village Projects

By Randy York

This summer the Legacy Foundation supported several projects around the Village. Rob and Linda Bartlett donated funds towards the dedication and placement of two park benches that are now located along

Murray Path. Terry and Sandy Donovan donated funds towards the placement of landscaping at the Mariemont Pool. The Foundation also provided the matching funds for the Eagle Scout project to rebuild the

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Legacy Foundation (from previous page)

permanent benches at the concourse.

The Foundation was created to enhance the quality of life in the Village of Mariemont by engaging community resources of skill, interest, and finances to accomplish projects that supplement the assets and services of the Village of Mariemont. It is the hope of the Trustees that the Foundation will stimulate and facilitate giving for projects that are of personal interest to donors.

They invite you to specify and direct gifts to particular parks, projects, or enhancements, subject to approval by the Trustees and the Village. The Foundation also plans to manage long-term endowments that can also be named for and directed by the donor.

The Mariemont Legacy Foundation is a 501(3)(c) not-for-profit organization. Your gift is fully deductible up to the limits of IRS regulations. For additional information please contact the foundation at info@ mariemontlegacyfoundation.com.

“An Extraordinary Vision Renewed” How to support the Centennial

Providing outdoor spaces for the health and enjoyment of the residents of Mariemont was always at the forefront of Mary Emery’s vision for her new town. To honor this rich heritage and as a prologue to the next century, the Village of Mariemont is upgrading the parks and green spaces to ensure that the residents of Mariemont and the surrounding community will continue to benefit from her legacy.

The redesign and restoration include three major parks in the Village of Mariemont - Dale Park, Dogwood Park, and Hopkins Park - and provides for enhanced connectivity throughout our park system.

Giving Levels

Mariemont Centennial Club Gifts of $100,000 and above

Mary Emery Club Gifts between $50,000 - $99,000

John Nolan Club Gifts between $10,000 - $49,000

Platinum Club Gifts between $5,000 - $9,999

Gold Club Gifts between $1,000 - $4,999

Silver Club Gifts between $500 - $999

Bronze Club Gifts between $100 - $499

Centennial projects will focus on enhancing the health and wellness benefits of our parks and recreational areas. The projects will be designed to be multi-generational and contribute to the tradition as a walking community where residents can age in place.

You can help us carry on Mary Emery's vision by gifting in any amount. In addition, a gift of $500 would sponsor the rehabilitation of one of Mariemont’s Streetlights. Donors can target a specific streetlight to be rehabilitated with their gift.

The Centennial Projects are administered by the 501(c)(3) Mariemont Preservation Foundation.

Your gift is fully deductible up to the limits of IRS regulations and matching gifts welcome. Use the QR code below or by visiting https://mariemontpreservation. org/centennial. If you wish to discuss giving options, please contact us at centennial@ mariemontpreservation.org.

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Children & Youth Offerings

A New Instrument in a Renovated & Beautiful Space

Come celebrate the arrival of a new worldclass organ in a new and beautified space! The organ will be delivered September 10th!

Hear the organ at Choral Evensong

Sunday, November 5, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.

Bach Vespers Returns!

Sunday, October 15, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 3, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.

Come join us for Timeless Music Today!

Come to St. Thomas Thursday evenings for music and fun offerings for youth of all ages (K-12). Dinner is provided!

For information, contact Sonya Geers at sgeers@stthomasepiscopal.org

Children’s Formation

Sundays | 9:15 a.m.–11:15 a.m.

All Children Welcome!

All Ages

What’s Happening at the Mariemont Branch Library September 2023

Customer Appreciation Day at the Mariemont Branch Library — Saturday. Sept. 30 from 2-6 p.m.

Come meet the Mariemont Branch Library staff and explore all the branch has to offer! We will have live music, refreshments, and fun activities for the whole family. Stop by any time between 2-6 p.m.!

Children

Library Babies — Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.

Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement.

Ages birth to 18 months. Registration is required for both babies and adults.

Preschool Storytime — Tuesdays at 11 a.m.

Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills.

Ages 3-6. Registration is required for children and adults.

Movers & Shakers — Wednesdays at 11 a.m.

You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance, and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Ages 1-4.

Legos @ the Library — Saturday, Sept. 9 at 11 a.m.

You bring your imagination, we bring the LEGOs. Show us what you can build and connect with other LEGO enthusiasts.

Coding Club — Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 4 p.m. or Tuesday, Sept 26 at 4 p.m. (choose one)

Learn to code with new games and challenges every month. Laptops are supplied and no prior coding experience is needed. Recommended for Ages 8-12. Registration required. Please register for only one session per month.

Adults

Mariemont Mystery Book Club — Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m.

Join us for lively discussion of The Zig Zag Girl by Elly Griffiths. Copies available at the branch. Registration encouraged.

Bird Watching Basics — Saturday, Sept. 23 from 4-6 p.m.

Join the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Audubon Society for a talk about how to get started with bird watching. You’ll get resources for identifying birds, recommendations for equipment, and an overview of what types of birds you may see this time of year. The presentation will take place in the library, and we’ll finish up with an evening bird walk at the Paul Prevey Bird Sanctuary in Mariemont. Please wear good walking shoes.

Book Club — Monday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Please join us for a lively discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Stop by the branch to pick up your copy.

Library hours are 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mariemont Branch Library, 3810 Pocahontas Ave. 513-369-4467

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DAR Historian/Librarian Sarah Hartkemeier is pictured at the Mariemont Library with the U.S. Constitution display.

MPF, CPA Present Lecture on John Nolen

The Mariemont Preservation Foundation’s (MPF) Millard F. Rogers, Jr. Lecture Series, in partnership with the Cincinnati Preservation Association (CPA), returns with a fall presentation on John Nolen’s vision of town planning, including why his Mariemont Plan still informs sustainability today.

This 28th annual CPA Fall Forum takes place Friday, October 13 at noon at the Netherland Plaza Hotel in downtown Cincinnati. Dr. Bruce Stephenson of Living New Urbanism will be the speaker.

Dr. Stephenson is dedicated to the art of city planning. A Rollins professor and consultant, he is a recipient of the John Nolen Medal, the 1000 Friends of Florida Better Community Award, and the Graham Frey Civic Award. His biography,  John Nolen, Landscape Architect and City Planner,  won

the JB Jackson Book Award. Serving on the Orlando Sustainability Task Force and the Pearl District (Portland) Planning & Transportation Committee inspired his most recent book,  Portland’s Good Life: Sustainability and Hope in an American City

Timeless Exemplar

John Nolen (1869 – 1937) was an American landscape architect, planning consultant, founding member of the American City Planning Institute, and a writer. A pioneer in the development of professional city planning, Nolen’s comprehensive approach blended social, economic, and physical aspects of urban life with the preservation of natural beauty. Among many projects, Nolen was the city planner of Mariemont.

John Nolen’s path-breaking practice

helped set the foundation for sustainability. Viewing town planning as an art that meshed nature and the city, he created the human scaled “sense of place” that is essential to sustainability. Examining the sustainability plans for Cincinnati, Orlando, and Portland through this lens will unveil why Nolen’s timeless vision remains a defining hope for the future.

Use the QR code below or visit cincinnatipreservation.org/fallforum for info and tickets.

Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center Fall Fun at The Barn

Happy Autumn, Everyone!

This fall promises a few opportunities for art enthusiasts at The Barn. Please check artatthebarn.org for details about classes and upcoming events.

ARTflix:

Exploring Art and History through Film

Terrace Park resident Dave Laug will host these films and discussions on the second Thursday of each month. BYOB. The Barn provides soft drinks, snacks and door prizes. The big Barn doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the film starts at 7 p.m.

The 2023-24 season includes the following films:

October 11: The Thief Collector is a 96-minute film about a $160 million Willem de Kooning oil painting that

a New Mexican couple allegedly stole in 1985 from the University of Arizona Museum of Art in Tucson.

Woman- Ochre, remained hidden until 2017, when it was reclaimed in the home of Jerry and Rita Alter after their deaths. The film includes interviews with various family members and others involved with the crime, along with a few re-enactments and narrative slices of Jerry’s Alters’ short stories. The Barn politely requests a five-dollar donation at the door.

Mark your calendar:

November 9 - The Painting: Award -winning sophisticated animated feature

January 11 - The Horse’s Mouth: Sir Alec Guinness Art Adventure

February 9 - The Moderns: A Valentine’s Month Art Mystery

March 14 - Death and The

Maiden: Egon Schiele

April 11 - Vox Populi: (The “Peoples’” Choice)

May 9 - Shirley: Edward Hopper Brought to Life

June 13 - Seraphine: Maid Servant Blooms Into An Artist

July 11 - Artworks: Art Forgery Mystery

August 8 - Self-Medicated: A Film About an Outsiders’ View of Art

The Barn, otherwise known as The Woman’s Art Club of Cincinnati Foundation, is located at 6980 Cambridge Avenue in Mariemont. Please visit artatthebarn.org for more information or call 513-272-3700.

Welcome to the Mariemont Garden Club!

By Denise Scholtz

The Mariemont Garden Club is entering its 84th year and welcomes anyone who has a love of nature, flowers, vegetables, perennials, annuals, butterfly gardens, or would just like to meet new people.

The purpose of Garden 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.

We are a friendly group, and we meet the first Wednesday of September, October, November, December, March, April, and June. New this year, we will be meeting in the Emery Room at the Parish Center on Plainville Road. Our one fundraiser is a May Plant Sale that always takes place the Saturday before Mother’s Day in front of the Mariemont

Municipal Building.

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

Please come to any of our meetings or feel free to contact Denise Scholtz at 513 252 3841 with questions. Below is our list of speakers for our 20232024 year. We would love to see new faces among us this year.

September 6 - Naomi Ormes. “Perennial Propagation”

October 4 - Steve Inglis. “Benefits of integrating native habitat into your home

landscapes”

October 18 - Bulb Planting in Isabella F. Hopkins Park

November 1Greg Torres. “Healing Gardens”

December 6Holiday Luncheon

March 6 - Melinda O’Briant. “All that happens at Turner Farms”

April 3 - Scott Peak. “Rain Gardens, Water Gardens, Vernal Pools”

May 11- Annual Plant Sale in front of the Municipal Building

June 5 - End of Year Luncheon. Beverly Mussari. “Botanical Weaving”

Eisele Gallery Presents Two New Fall Exhibitions

Cincinnati Art Club’s “ViewPoint 55” Annual Juried Exhibition

On View: Sept. 8-30

Artist Reception and Awards: Friday, Sept. 8, 5-9 p.m.

Eisele Gallery is excited to announce that for the second year, the juried exhibition hosted by the Cincinnati Art Club, ViewPoint 55, will be held at the Eisele, 6936 Madisonville Rd. ViewPoint 55, 2023 is a national juried art competition in its 55th year and is comprised of artworks by national artists in various media.

The exhibition and reception are all open to the public.

Established in 1968, ViewPoint is the longest continuous open juried art show in the Southwestern Ohio area. Entry is open to all artists 18 years of age and older. Only totally original work conceived and executed by the entrant is accepted. All artwork is for sale.

The distinguished five panel jury selects from entries in oils, watercolor, acrylics, sculpture, pastel, drawing, prints, collage, and mixed media submitted by artists from across the country. The Awards Judge determines the Best of Show, 2nd Place, 3rdPlace, Honorable Mention and other Awards of Merit. Selections are based upon the review of the works presented in the gallery by the Awards Judge.

This year’s exhibition judge is Debra Joyce Dawson, a widely published, and internationally recognized artist painting in oils, watercolors, and acrylics for 58 years. A variety of artists from local to national will be selected and featured within this exhibition. The full list of selected artists is available on the Cincinnati Art Club website, www.cincinnatiartclub.org

Beauty from Within: Florals, Figures & Friendships

On View: Oct. 6-28

Opening Reception: Friday, Oct. 6, 6-9 p.m.

The exhibition Beauty from Within: Figures, Florals & Friendships is a collection of works created by MaryBeth Karaus and Kate Lackman.

Kate Lackman is an American contemporary realist painter predominantly known for her figurative work in oil paintings and sculpture. MaryBeth Karaus pushes the

boundaries of traditional still life as she strives for originality and excellence in composition while still respecting the importance of classical painting. This featured exhibition will focus on the conversations found in the distinct figurative and still life paintings of these two accomplished artists and longtime friends. The exhibition and reception are all open to the public.

Eisele Gallery is located at 6936 Madisonville Rd. It is free and open to the public, and there is free parking in rear of building. Fall 2023 Gallery hours are Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.4 p.m.; and Monday by appointment. For more information, contact the gallery at 513-791-7717 or visit the website at www.eiselefineart.com.

“Jade” - Kate Lackman, Oil on canvas panel

“My Pleasure” – MaryBeth Karaus, Oil on canvas

Village News

Congratulations to longtime Mariemont resident Mrs. Christina Beatty! She was selected as the Outstanding Citizen for 2023 and was recognized for her many achievements and contributions to the Village at the Memorial Day parade in May. Look for a spotlight on Christina in the Town Crier October issue.

The Village had one of its best crowds for the July 4th celebration this year. A big THANK YOU to our Village Police, Fire, and Service Departments for their help as well as those who were able to make donations to the fireworks fund. RC Pyrotechnics delivered a fantastic and safe fireworks show!

A big THANK YOU to pool manager Mike Lockhart for a terrific 2023 season! Everyone is already looking forward to next summer!

Welcome, new Council member Matthew Ayer! Matt replaces Leah Geldbaugh who stepped down from Council last spring, and his term expires in December 2025. Matt and his wife Paula have been Pocahontas residents for 36 years and have two adult sons who went through Mariemont Schools. Matt brings 32 years of experience as an environmental consultant and previous work as a manufacturing engineer to Council, where he serves as chair of the Safety Committee. (To see where each Council member serves, visit https://mariemont.org/governance/villagecommittees/).

In the community, Matt: has served as volunteer caretaker, renovation project manager, and gardener for the Mariemont Memorial Church; assisted the Village in construction management and maintenance for the Murray Path; led efforts for ODNR

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

Kelly Rankin  krankin@mariemont.org

Randy York   ryork@mariemont.org

and OKI grant applications for the Mariemont Connector; writes historical articles for the Mariemont Town Crier; serves on the ARB; was committee chair for Boy Scout Troop 149 for 22 years; tutored students in math; and more. His current favorite pastimes include visiting his grandkids in Columbus and Connecticut, and brewing beer at home with his own label: House of Ale Repute.

Trick or Treat will be held on Tuesday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m.

State Representative Sedrick Denson visited the Village of Mariemont on Thursday, July 27th. Rep. Denson represents Mariemont as part of Ohio District 26. He provided guidance and support in preparation for the upcoming state capital appropriations and discussed potential support of the Mariemont Pool. He also offered advice on several green initiatives in the Village including the conversion of the historic streetlights to LED and the installation of EV charging stations. Rep. Denson also provided advice on potential funding sources for the Mariemont Centennial Campaign to upgrade our parks and green spaces. Vice Mayor Randy York said, “The Village appreciates the genuine concern and attentiveness to our aspirations for the Village of Mariemont by Representative Denson.”

“Over 80 Years of Service”

State Representative Sedrick Denson (L) and Vice Mayor Randy York (R)

Support Students in Arts and Athletics with MAA and Boosters

Mariemont Arts Association

The Mariemont School District has called itself home to many talented artists. Every year, art classes and clubs are held to showcase visual mediums; students embrace musicality in band, orchestra, and choir programs; and months of rehearsals and hard work pay off in plays and musicals. The visual and performing arts continue to cultivate the skills of young artists, and the Mariemont Arts Association (MAA) helps support these programs.

Founded in 1974 as the Mariemont Music Association, the MAA has evolved to support Mariemont’s wide array of artistic programs. The MAA has helped fund numerous student needs from art and music classroom furniture and equipment, to instruments and uniforms, to an international art show, and even the new MHS orchestra pit cover. The organization manages the MHS box office and annually provides scholarships and awards for seniors pursuing the arts after high school.

Supporting the MAA is one of the best ways to support Mariemont’s visual and performing arts! Those who join as members have early access to musical tickets, program listing in arts performances and showcases, and are encouraged to attend monthly meetings to share ideas for how to continue to support the arts. Visit mariemontschools.org/JoinMAA.

The MAA is run entirely by volunteers. Memberships, donations, FAB Affair, and sales from the Kusel Stadium concession stand all go towards funding the organization. Because nearly half of the MAA’s funding comes from Kusel, volunteering in the concession stand is another way you can support the visual and performing arts - and cheer on the Warriors! Community members and alumni are welcome along with current families! Sign up to work shifts at mariemontschools.org/Volunteer

For questions about membership, contact mariemontartsmembership@gmail.com

For questions about volunteering, contact mariemontartsconcessions@gmail.com. The MAA thanks you for your support!

Mariemont Athletic Boosters

It’s been a busy few weeks for the Mariemont Athletic Boosters! The Fall sports season kicked off last month with the first official day of high school practice on August 1, followed by team tryouts, games, and tournaments.

The Mariemont Athletic Boosters was created to promote and support Junior High

and High School student athletes. We are guided by the Mariemont City School Mission and Core Values – Scholars of Today and Leaders of Tomorrow. We support excellence in student athletics, with emphasis on student and community participation, sportsmanship, spirit, and fundraising. Funds raised by the Boosters supplement the athletic budget and these contributions enhance the athletic

The Mariemont High School Marching Band perfroms in the Memorial Day parade.

Arts and Boosters (from previous page)

experience of all students.

Here are the three main ways to support Boosters this year:

The 2023-2024 Mariemont Booster passes are currently on sale. Family season passes are a great value and are valid for all home high school and junior high nontournament games. A value well worth over $3400 for a family of 5! Memberships are tiered, with options for everyone to become a supporter of Mariemont Athletics. Go to mariemontsports.com to buy your pass today!

Over $20,0000 was raised last year during the annual John Hubbard Memorial Golf Outing

Schools

• Coaching certifications

• Home of a Warrior Athlete yard signs

• Food at Meet the Team Nights

• Team meals for state and regional championship events

• Drone to film practices

You can support both organizations on Friday, October 6 by purchasing an

annual Boosters pass or tickets to the MHS Homecoming game against Wyoming (starts at 7 p.m.) AND volunteering for part of the game in the Kusel Concession Stand! Go Warriors!

with over 100 golfers participating. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, October 5th at Terrace Park Country Club. Registration will be opening soon!

The 2024 FAB Affair is being held on Saturday, March 9th. Location announcement coming soon! Tickets will go on sale in late October 2023. The event will feature both a live and silent auction, raffle basket, food, drinks and much more.

Funds raised from annual passes, the annual golf outing, and FAB Affair supplement the athletic budget and these contributions enhance the athletic experience of all students. Last year, Boosters contributions included:

• New track and field turf for Kusel Stadium

• Awards and plaques for league champions and district finalists

• New championship banners in the gym

• Support for mental performance coaching

Village Worship Services

Contact Pastor Todd if you have interest in this study at toddkeyes@villagechurchofmariemont. org.

connection, and community. Grow closer to God and in relationship with other women at Mariemont Church.

Village Church of Mariemont

villagechurchofmariemont.org

Todd Keyes, Pastor

Jamie Keyes, Children’s Ministries

Summer is coming to a close, and 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 of the Old Town 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 service.

Women’s Bible Study meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 4 – 5:30 p.m. in our Oak Street Fellowship Hall – check the website for more information.

Men’s Lunch Discussion meets weekly.

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.

Women’s Ministry Fall Kick-off will be Sunday, September 10 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the 3908 Plainville Rd. building. All are welcome, including friends who need connection and community! Appetizers, dessert, and refreshments provided.

JOY in the Morning Bible Study: Tuesdays from 9:15-11:30 a.m. at the 3908 Plainville Rd. building.

Evening JOY Bible Study: 1st/3rd Mondays 7-8:30 p.m. at the 3908 Plainville Rd. building.

Mariemont Church

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Jamie Moore, Lead Pastor

Paul Rasmussen, Worship Pastor

Amanda Fletcher, Student Ministry Director

Katie Smith, Kingdom Kids Director

Mike Brownfield, Director of Operations

Renee Brownfield, Preschool Director

Nancy Clausen, Office Manager/Communication

Sunday Morning Services at 9 and 11 a.m.   Livestream at Facebook.com/Mariemont Church; our website: mariemontchurch. org; and YouTube: www.youtube.com/ MariemontChurch

Current Sunday Series: The Book of John and connecting with Jesus.

Kingdom Kids Sunday School takes place for infants through grade 5 during both Sunday morning services at 9 and 11 a.m. Contact Katie at katie@mariemontchurch.org for more information.

Next Chapter Youth Group for Junior High and High School (Grades 6-12) meets during the 11 a.m. Sunday service and on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. Contact Amanda at Amanda@ mariemontchurch.org for more information.

Next Chapter Youth “Hangouts” for connection, community, games, food, and fun happen every 4th Thursday of the month.

Women’s Ministry: Worship, prayer,

Rooted Discipleship: Classes begin Wednesday, August 30. Join us Wednesday nights this Fall for a spiritual journey that can change your life. Choose 2 of 3 classes, each a 6-week course to get you rooted and established in Christ.

Communion with God 101

Identity in Christ 101

Lifestyle of Worship 101 Contact Nancy Clausen at nancy@ mariemontchurch.org, or call 513-271-4376, to register. Scholarships are available!

Weekly Worship Opportunities in the Parish Center Sanctuary. Join us for worship, prayer, and ministry time. All are welcome!  Come for a few minutes or stay the whole time.

Tuesday 10-11 a.m.

Wednesday 10-11 a.m.

Thursday 10-11 a.m., with free childcare starting at 9:30 a.m.

Men’s Friday Morning Bible Study: Starting at 6:30 a.m. every Friday in the Emery room at the 3908 Plainville Rd. building.  Small Groups are available for adults, 20s30s, and seniors.

Mariemont Church Pre-School is In Session! To learn more, contact Renee Brownfield at preschool@mariemontchurch. org

For more information about events at Mariemont Church or to learn more about our church, contact Nancy Clausen at nancy@ mariemontchurch.org.