Do You Mind If I “Cut” In?
Celebrating the Mariemont Barber Shop’s 90th Anniversary
By Pete McBride
Not to “split hairs,” but do you know which of the Village’s oldest businesses is still unapologetically “taking short-cuts” with its loyal customers?
Yes. The Mariemont Barber Shop.
The establishment’s reputation for skilled barbering and sterling commitment to exceptional service date back to its founding in 1934 by a certain Mr. Hopewell who passed the business to Furman (“Mac”) McFadden in 1950.
Renato Salzano, who was born in Italy and moved with his family to America in 1958 and lived in Corryville, joined the shop’s barbering team in 1975, becoming the owner in 1980. Ron, as he came to be known by his many customers and friends, trimmed more than a few heads over the years - some for over 55 years. His celebrity customers have included English-American guitarist and singersongwriter (“Show Me the Way”) Peter Frampton as well as Senator Rob Portman, CFC coach Pat Noonan, former Reds pitcher Sam LeCure, and Bengals quarterback “Boomer” Esiason. A May 2023 Town Crier article aptly described Ron as “a gifted barber and Mariemont staple.” *
Shop” and its (then) staff included “lady hairstylists” in order to serve the “needs of the entire family”? That they even advertised for a manicurist for two weeks in April 1929?
Or that, according to the November 8, 1932,
completed in 1937)? The barbershop at that time was outfitted with “handy cuspidors and sand urns ready to receive deposits from chewers and cigar smokers.”
The shop’s welcoming informality and exemplary quality of service have remained constantly high, but not without changes and growth. Did you know that it once advertised itself as “The Mariemont Barber and Style
Cincinnati Post, the shop was “looted” when “burglars stole $18 overnite (op cit) from the cash after ‘jimmying’ a window”? Or that the business was once located beside a streetside coffee shop, also located within the Mariemont Inn building (which was
In 1997 Ron sought to recruit a “next generation professional barber” and hired then 19-year-old Brian Peter. Brian is now a 26-year journeyman and stalwart on the shop’s talent roster, building and expanding its customer base to a next generation of loyal customers. Eugene “Lucky” McMillan (featured in a Town Crier article not many months ago) joined Ron and Brian in 2005. He now owns his own barber shop in Loveland.
In 2014, Ron’s grandson Tim Putterbaugh joined Ron and Brian, helping to bolster the talent pool and to cement the Salzano family connection to the business. The shop’s newest barber is Ryan Vail, who joined the team in January 2024.
Today, as it celebrates its 90th anniversary, the Mariemont Barber Shop is proudly owned by Brian and Tim. If you haven’t been in a while, stop in to check out the new look and decor. It’s as eclectic as its new owners. Online booking is now available on www. mariemontbarbers.com.
It remains a cornerstone of the Village as well as a treasured part of Mariemont’s rich “hair-itage.”
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The Mariemont Barber Shop storefront on Madisonville Rd.
* In December 2022 Ron was diagnosed with ALS (often known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and has now retired from practice. He is missed by many in Mariemont and beyond. You can read more about Ron here: https:// issuu.com/mariemonttc/docs/mariemont_ town_crier_may_2023_volume_47_issue_8
A special thank you to the Mariemont Preservation Foundation, especially Linda Bartlett, archivist, and Amanda Conners, executive secretary. Quotations were taken from the archives of the Cincinnati Post (“Barber Shop Is Looted,” 11/08/1932), the Cincinnati Enquirer (“Leases Mariemont Inn,” 03/26/1933), and the Mariemont Town Crier (“Barber Shop Expands,” October 1979; “Ron Salzano, A Gifted Barber and Mariemont Staple,” May 2023).
The History of ‘Barbering’
• In 5000 BCE ancient Egypt, barbering tools included sharpened flint and clamshells (for cutting and trimming).
• In ancient Greece, barbering skills were a well-guarded competency secretly passed down within families by many generations of “tonsors.”
• The word “barber” is derived from Latin “barba” (“beard”); the Latin words “tonsor” and “tondere” mean “clipper” and “to shear.”
• In the Middle Ages “barber surgeons” practiced barbering as well as bloodletting, minor surgery, and tooth extraction.
• 1096 saw the formation of a common trade guild for tonsorial practitioners.
• The red (blood), white (bandages), and blue (veins tapped to draw blood) of the barber pole originally symbolized that variety of “barbering” services offered by
barber surgeons, and remains one of the most universally recognizable symbols today.
• In 1745, the medical group split from the barbers, forming the “Company of Surgeons” (now the Royal College of Surgeons of London).
• A school for barbers (possibly the world’s first) was established in Chicago in 1893.
• The late 18th century saw the emergence of African American barbers. Barbershops became social hubs where male persons of color could gather, nurturing culture and economic growth within Black communities.
• In the 1880s, a haircut could cost as much as ten cents and a shave three cents.
• Training hours for state licensing of barbers today range from 800 to 2000, with tuitions running as high as $10,000.
Mariemont Barber Shop (from previous page)
A Letter to School District Residents
Fellow Residents of the Mariemont School District,
We are the co-chairs of Residents for Continued Excellence, a campaign group supporting the Mariemont school levy that will appear on the November 5th ballot. We hope that you join us in voting YES to secure the financial future of the school district and KEEP OUR SCHOOLS STRONG.
When we bought homes, the strength of our schools was the biggest factor in making that choice. Strong schools are the cornerstone of strong communities, and we have strong schools! Test scores consistently place Mariemont academically in the top of all schools in the state and nation; our students successfully compete in athletics and perform in the arts; and the trajectory of our alumni is outstanding.
The 5.95 mill levy on the ballot will generate $3.1 million per year and allow our schools to keep current staffing and programs. The cost to homeowners will be $208 per year for every $100,000 of assessed home value. Without this funding, our schools will be forced to make over $3 million in cuts which will have a tremendous negative impact on the core staffing and programs that make our schools strong.
It is important to know that Ohio law mandates that no additional property tax funds be apportioned to schools without the approval of the voters (House Bill 920). So even when property valuations increase, the total amount of voted revenue collected from the community for the school district remains the same.
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District voters approved a levy in 2018. The funding approved at that time was expected to last four years. Because of the expert financial stewardship of Mariemont City Schools, funding levels approved in 2018 have well exceeded their expected lifetime. We thank our school district leaders for their faithful and responsible handling of school finances in the past and going forward.
Voting YES for Mariemont City Schools on November 5th is a vote to protect the value of our homes, a vote for the children of our community, and a vote to KEEP OUR SCHOOLS STRONG.
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Village Congratulations to 2024 Citizen of the Year Jerry Vianello!
By Allison Uhrig and Suzy Weinland
Jerry Vianello is one of those residents you naturally equate with pretty much everything Mariemont. You can’t miss him enjoying a concession stand popcorn while sitting next to – or helping in - the press box at every high school football game. Cheering on and sideline coaching his grandkids from the front row at school district basketball games. Supporting swimmers and volunteering at swim meets, as well as enjoying a nice, sunny day at the pool with his wife, Suzi. Attending Village council meetings, ceremonies, and annual events. And jumping in wherever Mariemont needs him.
On May 27, 2024, at the Mariemont Memorial Day parade and ceremony, Vianello was awarded the 2024 Outstanding Citizen of the Year in recognition of his nearly five decades of volunteer work in the community.
Just a few of his many notable accomplishments include volunteering in the renovation of the pool and the installation of the “tot lot.” He served on the Village’s Planning Commission for years. He also has been heavily involved with Mariemont schools and youth sports. Mr. Vianello was the head official/starter for the swim team for many years we well as the diving coach for MHS through the 1980s. As a proud veteran, he has frequently participated in the Veteran’s Day services at the schools and in the Village’s Memorial Day parades since the 1970s.
Congratulations, Jerry Vianello!
Mariemont's 2024 Citizen of the Year, Jerry Vianello, at this year's Memorial Day Parade with Mariemont's finest (above) and his family (below).
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Elvis Is in the Building!
By Matthew Ayer
His business card says, “He’s a lover, not a fighter. Elvis is at your service.” This 5-year-old, 8.5 pound Yorkie Poo, a certified therapy dog, makes his rounds at Mariemont Elementary School, Bethesda North Hospital, and a host of other venues. His job description is simple: Greet everyone. Bring joy.
Mariemont resident Karen Kennedy trains and handles Elvis as a Certified Therapy Dog. She describes her role: “Assess each situation to make the experience memorable.” This dynamic duo delivers on both counts as demonstrated in a recent interview and as described by Mariemont Elementary Counselor Suzanne Lehman. “Karen and Elvis have been partnering with us since last year! Elvis and Karen are very approachable -- which is crucial for students who might be shy, experienced trauma or even afraid of dogs. Elvis always brings smiles to the students' faces and they love getting to see if he has any new tricks. Karen is so engaging with our students and really gets to know them during their visits. We are so lucky to partner with such a great duo!!” On school visits, Karen provides each child with an Elvisthemed card, sticker, toy, or other memento.
Karen’s journey in this partnership began around 35 years ago with a beloved companion, Little Toot, a Shih Tzu who accompanied her in volunteering with Camp Stepping Stones and with Deaconess Hospital’s psychiatric therapy ward. She recognized this furry friend’s ability to draw people out, to open up their hearts, and to experience joy.
Another step was her 14-year love for Molly Moo Moo, a Golden Doodle who became a central character in Karen partnering with a professional illustrator to author three children’s books: Don’t Step on the Ants, with a theme of teaching kindness to those most vulnerable; Moo Moo Waits to Play Ball, a lesson on patience; and The Sorry Situation, a guide to making an empathic and heartfelt apology. Each is available on Amazon and is highly recommended by
this reporter (who has shared them with his grandchildren).
After a lesson on kindness for even the smallest living things, Karen had observed her young daughter Tammi skipping home from school, carefully avoiding the tiniest
creatures, including ants. Many years later, Tammi sent her mom a card from college, “Thank you for teaching me to not step on the ants.” This theme inspired Karen to begin a book writing journey, a large undertaking that went dormant for a few years and many iterations and learning to work with an illustrator.
With experience and confidence, Karen wrote her second book much more quickly. Then, her 12-year-old granddaughter, Faith, co-authored her third book with characters, story lines, and great adjectives and expressions.
In 2019 a Yorkie Poo pup picked Karen as he immediately ran to her in a mutual “love at first sight” moment. A big white curl atop his head cinched his name.
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Karen Kennedy and Elvis
Karen Kennedy's first book
Elvis Is in the Building (from previous page)
After obedience training and learning basic commands, Karen ensured that Elvis was socialized by participating in day care one to two times per week. She then pursued training and evaluations with Elvis to become a certified handler through a Therapy Animal Program, Pet Partners.
In this comprehensive program, the handler must follow policies and procedures that include Elvis remaining on leash as she interacts with him; supports him as needed; cues or redirects him gently and effectively without force or coercion; guides interactions in a polite, professional manner; interacts with those she visits while simultaneously tending to Elvis; and anticipates Elvis’s response in different situations, always setting him up for success. Karen advised that not any dog can be trained, as the most important prerequisite is an innate love for people.
This description is no substitute for a personal Elvis/Karen encounter. Her star pupil’s tail wags, he greets you with a hug with his paws, has no shortage of gentle licks and performs fun tricks, all under Karen’s careful handling. Her joyful, effusive and nurturing personality is equally powerful in the encounter. Watch for Karen walking in the Village with Elvis in his stroller and if you get the chance, treat yourself to the “Elvis experience.”
Karen sees new possibilities in everyday life and has two or three kids’ books percolating and sees near endless possibilities and a host of values to instill in our youngest readers.
Karen is happy to share information about the animal therapy program and can be reached at kennedy.karen10@gmail.com.
MPF Shone Bright This Summer
By Biff Black
The Mariemont Preservation Foundation (MPF) was proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the annual Fourth of July fireworks display in Dogwood Park. Despite a delay due to rainfall, a large crowd was on hand to see a fast-paced, loud, and very colorful fireworks display.
Then MPF also was proud to host the annual Taste of Mariemont event on Sunday, August 25th. As usual, great food was made available from restaurants in and near Mariemont. The corn on the cob by the Boy Scouts was a big hit, as always. And there was cotton candy and popcorn for the kids – and for the grownups! Best of all this was a great time to see your neighbors and be reminded of the things that make Mariemont such a special place to live.
interior and exterior. MPF purchased the building when it came on the market in June of 2022.
If you would like to support the preservation of our Village, please visit our website at www.mariemontpreservation. org for more information on how to become a member. Or reach out to us at mariemontpres@gmail.com
As we look toward fall, the MPF has been busy planning projects for the Eliphalet Ferris House located on Plainville Road across from the tennis courts. This historic house is the oldest brick house in Hamilton County that is still standing in its original location. The one-story cabin section was built by Eliphalet Ferris in 1802, then he added the two-story addition from 1810-1813.
It was the first property purchased prior to the formation of the Mariemont Company in 1922. The Mariemont Company began secretly purchasing plots of land that eventually became the original 254 acres of Mariemont. It was also the Company’s Field Headquarters and rental office from 1924 until the early 1930s.
The Ferris House was eventually sold to private owners. Those owners maintained it well, but work is still needed on both the
Village Phone Directory is Coming!
The Mariemont Preservation Foundation publishes the Village of Mariemont Phone Directory / Village Guide every other year, and the 2024 –2025 edition is going to press this month (September).
Residents can pre-order a directory for $20 online at https://tinyurl.com/ yr4d5js4, and they will be delivered as soon as they are available, sometime in October. Directories will be available for sale at the Village Municipal Building, the MariElders location on Madisonville Road, and ACE Hardware in Plainville, in addition to the MPF Offices on Plainville Road.
Pictured, L-R: Mayor Bill Brown, MPF President Biff Black, MPF Treasurer Mike Whittaker, MPF Vice President Doug Zemke
Mariemont Pool Celebrates Big Wins
By Alicia Stock Mariemont Pool Commission Member
As the Mariemont pool closes out another great season, we want to take a moment to celebrate the many accomplishments by the pool staff, volunteers and swim team.
Members were greeted by familiar, friendly faces as 96 percent of the staff returned from last year. According to pool manager Mike Lockhart, “Our staff has done a wonderful job maintaining the safe and clean environment that we strive to uphold for our members.” With such a high retention rate, management “focused on improving our training so that staff are as friendly and helpful as possible,” according to Mike.
Pool members and guests appreciated many facility enhancements this summer, including a water-bottle filling station, upgraded pool-side chairs, 30 percent more shade from umbrellas, a ping-pong table for recreation, upgraded Wi-Fi, and a new audio/public address system. The beloved snack shack offered an enhanced menu, refurbished tables and seating, and credit card capability that delighted cashless
customers. Many members commented on the “elevated experience” that they felt at the swim club this summer.
The pool enhancements and focus on customer service yielded a great financial season. Membership was the highest on record and grew over last year in all categories. Individual and senior membership
process. To contribute towards this exciting initiative (donations of $500+ will receive name recognition), please scan the QR code below for Venmo payments or email mariemontpoolcampaign@gmail.com for other tax-deductible donation instructions.
Thank you to all members, guests, donors, staff, and volunteers for supporting the Mariemont pool this summer! We look forward to seeing you all again for another record-breaking year in 2025!
categories grew by 44 percent, and family memberships were up 12 percent over last year. The pool also sold over $8,000 in guest passes. The snack shack almost doubled revenue over last year and improved costs by 40 percent with new suppliers. New menu items were well received, with Kit Kat Cones (the #2 best-selling item) coming in at $1,500 with more than 650 cones sold!
In addition to eating a record-breaking amount of ice cream, neighborhood kids enjoyed several fun movie nights, and 50 teens came out for teen night at the pool. Special thanks to our Social Committee volunteers for creating fun, safe events for our community.
In June, the Mariemont Pool Commission rolled out a public Capital Campaign for a new zero-entry wading pool. This is the largest planned improvement at the pool since the 1960s, and we have been overwhelmed by the generosity of donors throughout the community. Donations are still being collected as we work through the bidding
Mariemont 3rd and 4th graders enjoyed the annual last day of school pool party.
Mariemont Swim Team Takes Third at SOSL Champs
By Becca Hlad Mariemont Swim Coach
The Mariemont pool had 76 swimmers complete swim lessons this summer and over 90 swimmers joined the Mariemont Swim Team led by head coach Ava Ellis along with assistant coaches Bill Pettifer, Maeve Sweeney, Mark Moser, Soren Ulrich, and Becca Hlad. Mariemont had 60+ swimmers (double last year!) compete at the Southern Ohio Swim League (SOSL) Championship meet where Mariemont came in third out of six teams!
Mariemont achieved 15 first place finishes at Champs, including the following relays:
• 9/10 Girls Medley Relay (Parker Smith, Fiona Fleming, Laney Manon, Clara Schulkers)
• 11/12 Girls Medley Relay (Bria Hlad, Ali Wellinghoff, Quinn Fleming, Grace Rouse)
• 11/12 Girls Free Relay (Bria Hlad, Grace Rouse, Eliza Shteiwi, Quinn Fleming)
Individual first place finishers at Champs included the following swimmers:
• Luke Schulkers (6 & under 25 Free)
• Juju Shteiwi (7/8 Girls 25 Free & 50 Free)
• Teddy Schulkers (7/8 Boys 25 Free & 25 Fly)
• Eli Semberg (7/8 Boys 25 Back)
• Teddy Moorehead (7/8 Boys 50 Free)
• Laney Manon (9/10 Girls 25 Free & 100 I.M.)
• Clara Schulkers (9/10 Girls 50 Free)
• Corrine Cline (13/14 Girls 100 Back, 100 I.M. & 50 Fly)
Way to go Mariemont swimmers!!
Amy L. Bay Award
Maddox Moon (right) won the annual Amy L. Bay award this year. Amy L. Bay was a standout swimmer for Mariemont swim club and the Cincinnati Pepsi Marlins. This award has been given annually since the 1980s after Amy was involved in a tragic car accident in high school. This award goes to someone who is dedicated to the sport of swimming, is a strong leader on the team, who consistently swims in meets and Champs and is a positive role model for younger swimmers, just as Amy L. Bay was to Mariemont swimming
Maddox is so well deserving…way to go!
Mariemont swim team members pose at a swim meet.
How
By Margaret Jevic
The beginnings of Fall around Mariemont are here. Chilly mornings, crisp evenings, a few leaves on trees starting to put on their annual show. Walks around town become a sensory experience of leaves crunching underfoot (or paw), the smells of autumn air, and a breeze on your cheek. This wonderful welcoming of a new season is only possible thanks to our dear tree canopy, and if you’ve lived here for one week or 60 years, you know Mariemont has one of the best.
Each street in our Village was carefully planned by John Nolen to have its own special tree lining it. The wear and tear of time, budget, and resources has eaten away at this intention, and part of Mariemont Tree Advisory Board’s (TAB) mission is restoring tree canopy to every street in town.
I Get a Street Tree?
Based on old district outlines, the TAB has created a plan for the entire Village, combining John Nolen’s vision with modern urban forestry best practices. Each street now has a designated tree to be planted in the Village right of way (ROW), often the space between the curb and sidewalk. Streets with no sidewalk still have ROW space that is villageowned and is plantable with street trees.
Many residents have inquired with the TAB about the long-vacant ROW space in front of their home or the fresh loss of a beloved street tree, and how and when they can get a new tree. Given this demand, the TAB began formulating a plan to reserve 25 percent of a given year’s planting sites for resident requests.
Residents can fill out an online form indicating that they would like a street tree when their area’s planting time comes around.
District 3 will be planted this fall, and District 4 will be planted in 2025, but any resident can get on the list. Each entry is time-stamped and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. To fill out the form, follow this link: https://shorturl.at/qTtIV
Seventy-five percent of planting sites for each year will be designated by the TAB based on need, but the remaining 25 percent could be anywhere in that district, based on resident requests. Follow the link to get yourself on the resident request list. After all, your street tree could be one of the next to bring life and color to the next fall season!
The link will be clickable on the digital version of this issue, available on the Mariemont Town Crier Facebook page. The TAB is working on making this link available on the Village website and we will update when this feature is live.
Community Warrior Run: The Race for Life 15th Anniversary Event
By Colleen Banks, 1N5
1N5, a Cincinnati based non-profit dedicated to preventing suicide by erasing the stigma of mental illness and promoting optimal mental wellness, celebrates its fifteenth Warrior Run on September 28, 2024 at Dogwood Park in Mariemont.
In an effort to stop the stigma and start the conversation, 1N5 hosts this annual event that includes: a 5K run or walk starting at 5:15 p.m., a one-mile walk starting at 5:30 p.m., and a kids’ fun run. In addition, the event invites individuals of any age to enjoy the great food, music, and carnival-style kids
games. All proceeds from this fundraiser go to 1N5, benefitting numerous school and community mental health programs.
Longtime Mariemont resident, 1N5 founder and executive director, Nancy EigelMiller, expresses her sentiment regarding this event's fifteenth anniversary, “I am so grateful that we have been able to do this for fifteen years and have been able to reflect on the impact we have made to countless individuals wanting to create a change.”
This race was established in 2010, honoring the memory of Eigel-Miller’s late
husband, Jim Miller, who died by suicide in 2008. The first year of the race, Nancy Eigel-Miller created the James W. Miller Memorial Fund; in 2016 the organization was renamed 1N5 to represent the statistic that one in five individuals live with mental illness. Since its founding, 1N5 has been leading transformational mental health stigma reduction and suicide prevention work in Cincinnati. 1N5 works toward a vision of a world without suicide and a community of people with optimal mental health.
The Warrior Run is one of two large fundraising events that the organization 1N5 hosts with the help of sponsorships and partnerships with a great number of incredible businesses. With funds raised, 1N5 provides customized, evidence-based mental health education to more than 210 regional schools and universities across Southwest Ohio.
Join us to stop the stigma and start the conversation by spreading awareness and fostering inclusivity, authenticity, integrity, and empathy in our community. Become a sponsor, donor, volunteer and register for The Warrior Run at www.1n5.org/warriorrun. For more information about 1N5, visit www.1N5.org
The starting line at last year's Warrior Run.
Honey Designs Jewelry: Celebrating Love, Milestones and Friendship
By Kim Beach
Meeting Chelsea Mead is like stepping into a ray of sunshine. Warm, cheerful, and engaging, Chelsea immediately makes you feel comfortable. Her business, Honey Designs Jewelry, has been located in the Mariemont Strand since May of 2024, but Chelsea has a long history in the jewelry business.
Growing up in Heath, Ohio (east of Columbus), she watched her father as he ran the family-owned jewelry store. She knew she wanted to follow in his footsteps, so she attended the Cleveland Institute of Art and also graduated from the Gemological Institute of America.
She started her business in 2015 and met clients by appointment only. Chelsea wanted to be more involved in a neighborhood and its community, so she began looking for the perfect place to plant her entrepreneurial roots. She lives with her family in Anderson and wanted a location that would be close to work and home.
Finding the storefront in Mariemont was an ideal solution. Chelsea mentions, “The folks at Spinnenweber had been looking for a local upscale retail jewelry business to add to their mix and they thought I was a good fit. They were pivotal in assisting me to take advantage of this space.”
Chelsea specializes in custom jewelry and has a big focus on the wedding business.
She also includes creative proposal planning with her ring purchases as an additional option. She is truly a one-stop source for the entire engagement experience! Chelsea can “uniquely tailor your experience for jewelry purchasing” and create true “one of a kind” jewelry pieces for special occasions.
Looking to the future, Chelsea is excited to immerse herself in the Mariemont community and is happy to collaborate with local businesses and organizations on events. She is already involved in local organizations (she runs the social media for the Mariemont Area Chamber of Commerce) and is ready to jump in to help where needed.
A few of her neighbors are already favorite spots in the Village. She loves Rune Juicery, especially its vegan donuts. She is very sad that Sebastian’s Bakehouse will be leaving their space…she is a huge fan. Outside of Mariemont, Chelsea loves to travel and mentions “Vail, Colorado in the summer” is at the top of her list.
When discussing topics other than jewelry, Chelsea mentions she is an alarmingly devoted coffee enthusiast. Previously, she produced her own cold brew and sold it to friends. Her other love is spending time outdoors, especially with “her boys”. Chelsea is married to husband Nelson (her senior prom date), and has two young boys, Avery (6) and Sully (3). She is also deeply involved with Crossroads Church where she mentors young women.
A few other notables about Chelsea:
• Favorite saying: “Imperfect action is better than perfect non-action”
• Most inspiring designer: Morrow Fine Jewelry because it is “out of the box”
• Best word in the English language: Slay
• Workout go-to: Hot yoga or hot Pilates
• One thing I can’t live without: Iced Coffee
• Trends I’d rather not see again: Gauchos for clothing and princess-cut diamonds
• Dream Project: An engagement ring for a Bengals player (any contacts out there?)
Chelsea is looking forward to being a part of our wonderful community and hopes you will stop in and say hi! She is open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., closed on Sundays and Mondays. Honey Designs Jewelry provides a unique jewelry shopping experience, custom design work, fine jewelry repair - and don’t forget Chelsea’s iced coffee bar. A great big Mariemont welcome to you, Chelsea and Honey Designs Jewelry!
Chelsea Mead, owner of Honey Designs Jewelry in The Mariemont Strand
All Ages
What’s Happening at the Mariemont Branch Library — September 2024
International Observe the Moon Night — Saturday, Sept. 14 from 8:30-10 p.m.
This family-friendly gathering offers a unique opportunity to explore the moon's surface and its features up close as well as other objects in the night sky using a telescope! Weather permitting. Registration is encouraged.
Children — Please note, our storytimes have changed!
Movers & Shakers — Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance, and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Ages 1-4.
Library Babies — Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. Ages birth to 18 months.
Toddler Storytime — Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music and fun. Ages 18–36 months.
NEW! KinderBridge Storytime — Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Get ready for kindergarten with stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 4-6 years.
Stem Discovery Day — Wednesday, Sept. 11 and Sept. 25 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Whether you are a budding scientist, engineer, or tech enthusiast, we offer a variety of hands-on STEM activities designed to inspire and educate. Presented by passionate high school mentors from SEEK. Drop in any time between 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Recommended for grades 2-8.
Legos @ the Library — Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Show us what you can build and connect with other LEGO enthusiasts.
Tweens & Teens
Pokémon Trading Card Game Club — Saturday, Sept. 21 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Learn to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, challenge other trainers, trade cards, and make new friends. Bring your own cards or play with one of our decks. Ages 7-15.
Adults
Which Craft: Knitting and Crocheting Group — Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sept. 21 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Bring the knitting or crocheting project you're working on to the library and work with others. Share ideas and make new friends in a relaxing environment.
Mariemont Mystery Book Club — Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us to discuss Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. Copies available at the branch.
November Election 2024: Be Ready, Be Informed, and Be Empowered — Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 6-7 p.m.
The League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area will be summarizing the issues, races, and more related to the November 2024 Hamilton County ballot. Become a more knowledgeable voter before you cast your ballot in the upcoming election. The League is nonpartisan and never supports or opposes any political party or candidate.
Book Club — Monday, Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us to discuss All That She Carried by Tiya Miles. Copies available at the branch.
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
Mariemont Centennial Projects Receive State Funds, on Short List for Federal Funds
By Randy York Mariemont Council Member
In May, Congressman Greg Landsman selected the Village of Mariemont –Mariemont Parks Improvement Project as one of the 15 local, community-led projects to advance in this year’s Fiscal Year 2025 Community Project Funding process.
The funding request is $936,000. The project description reads: “The project would make upgrades and enhancements to Dogwood Park, Dale Park, and Hopkins Park, including by constructing a loop trail walking path, installing accessible playground pieces, renovating three aging baseball diamonds, improving a garden space and parking lot, adding an accessible gazebo for outdoor library events, establishing a new park shelter, and shielding a park from safety and noise issues associated with busy nearby streets.”
Each year, members of Congress can submit up to 15 projects to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration to receive specialized federal funding that is included in the appropriations bill that Congress passes annually to fund the federal government.
The Community Project Funding process allows members of Congress to work closely with community partners to identify projects of regional importance that can benefit from federal funding. Now that Congressman Landsman has selected and submitted his 15 projects, the House Appropriations Committee will review each project submitted by every member of the Congress before determining which submitted projects will ultimately be included in the appropriations bills that Congress will take up later this year.
During the previous year’s Fiscal Year 2024 Community Project Funding process, Congressman Landsman successfully secured more than $15 million for 15 projects in the appropriations bills that passed Congress.
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The Dogwood Park Rehabilitation project is set to receive $100k in state grants and possibly even more in federal grants, depending on the Congressional budget this year.
Centennial Projects (from previous page)
Special thanks to Congressman Landsman and his team for their assistance and support for this project and the Village of Mariemont.
In late June, State Rep. Sedrick Denson (D-Cincinnati) announced the passage of House Bill (HB) 2, the state's biennial state capital budget, in both the Ohio House of Representatives and Senate.
House Bill (HB 2) includes $700M in state funds that will be directly invested into transformative community projects designed to generate further development and economic opportunity across the state. These state funds were able to be set aside due to the influx of federal relief dollars that helped to supplement the state’s balance sheet during the most recent state operating budget.
Representative Denson helped secure additional funding for Ohio House District 26. “These investments will significantly enhance the quality of life for District 26 residents, drive development and create substantial economic opportunities in our district. By supporting these essential projects, we are setting the stage for a brighter and more prosperous future for everyone in our community,” said Rep. Denson.
The funds will be distributed to several local entities, including $100K to Mariemont Centennial Dogwood Park Rehabilitation.
The Village appreciates the endorsement and support from the Cincinnati Business Committee, State Representative Sedrick Denson, and State Senator Catherine Ingram.
Community Mariemont Area Chamber of Commerce News
The Mariemont Area Chamber of Commerce held its July meeting on Tuesday the 30th at the Mariemont Care Center. Thank you to our new volunteer board members:
• Jackie Barnes for volunteering to be our secretary
• Sandra Hazners for volunteering to be our membership chair
• Chelsea Mead for offering her expertise with our social media
• Dani Tietz for her help with the MACC website
Discussion items included the August 25th Taste of Mariemont and a new “Hearts of Mariemont” event, slated for February 2025.
The Chamber is also launching a new texting program. Text “Mariemont” to 1-855-725-3003 to join the Chamber texting program and receive information about events and specials from local Mariemont Area businesses.
The August meeting was held at Honey Designs Jewelry, and the September meeting will be held Tuesday, September 24th, 8-9 a.m. at Simply Well Chiropractic, 5721 Dragon Way, Suite 101. All are welcome!
If you are a Mariemont area business and would like to join the Mariemont Area Chamber of Commerce, please check www.mariemontchamber.com for more information or scan the QR code below to directly access the member sign-up form.
Member Updates and Offers
1N5 will host the annual Warrior Run on 9/28/24. Sign up here: www.1n5.org/warriorrun
IV Rejuve is offering $5 B12 shots, valid until 9/30/24. www.ivrejuvemobilehydration. com. Use promo code SEPB12.
The Eisele Gallery is hosting a Summer Salon Sale with up to 30 percent* off gallery inventory, valid until 9/17/24. www. eiselefineart.com. *Terms and Conditions Apply: Contact the Gallery for special pricing and more information.
Eisele Gallery Fall Exhibitions Community
By David Smith
Cincinnati Art Club’s “ViewPoint 56”
Exhibition: August 23 – September 14, 2024 Artist Reception and Awards: Friday, August 23, 6-9 p.m.
For the third year, the juried exhibition hosted by the Cincinnati Art Club, ViewPoint 56, will be held at the Eisele Gallery, 6936 Madisonville Rd., in Mariemont. ViewPoint 56, 2024 is a national juried art competition in its 56th year and is comprised of artworks by national artists in various media. The exhibition, open house and artists reception are all open to the public.
Established in 1968, ViewPoint is the longest continuous open juried art show in the Southwestern Ohio area. 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. This year’s exhibition judge is a widely published and internationally recognized artist painting in oils, watercolors, and acrylics for 58 years.
Photography Exhibition “Illumination”
by Tina Gutierrez
Exhibition: September 25 – October 19, 2024
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 3 from 6-9 p.m.
The solo exhibition “Illumination” will feature new works within the underwater photography series by Tina Gutierrez. The artist encourages the dancers to surrender to the embrace of the water instead of the forces of gravity. As the title implies, the exhibition will highlight the talents of the dancers while at the same time give context to the undercurrents of dance culture. These
instructors and peers. While initially this can appear to facilitate success in dance - it in turn ultimately compromises the performers’ health.
Ballet is a ‘culture of risk’ that normalizes pain and injury and encourages dancers to understand their pain in ways that both suppress and trivialize it. The negative emotional consequences, such as feelings of crisis, loss, shame, guilt and anxiety give cause for dancers to accept the often-unhealthy conventions of the dance subculture.
The exhibition features a variety of local and national artists. Entry is open to all artists 18 years of age and older. Only completely original work conceived and executed by the entrant is accepted. All artwork is for sale. A distinguished five-juror panel makes selections for the show from submitted digital images. The Awards Judge determines the Best of Show, 2nd Place, 3rd Place, Honorable Mention and other Awards of Merit. Selections are based upon the review of the works presented in the gallery by the Awards Judge.
The full list of selected artists is available on the Cincinnati Art Club website – www. cincinnatiartclub.org.
moments can only be seen from beneath the water and are so transient that only the rapid capture of the camera can preserve them.
In these underwater photographs by Tina Gutierrez, the beauty in the dancers’ movement and their ability to overcome the challenges that the water presents can be directly attributed to their rigorous training and the ballet world culture.
The response to the FotoFocus theme of “Backstory” is a subtext within the work. Many dancers’ careers end well before they reach the age of thirty. Dancers face pressure from strict authority, highly competitive training and performance environments, and the harsh, perfectionist attitudes of both
About Tina Gutierrez: Renowned artist and educator Tina Gutierrez has been featured in prestigious locations, including FotoFocus (2016, 2018, 2020, 2022), The Cincinnati YWCA, Washington Park Art Gallery, Kennedy Heights Arts Center, and internationally in Havana and Mexico City. Published in numerous international magazines, her practice is a testament to her studies in Developmental Movement techniques and connections to Renaissance and Baroque art. As a distinguished educator, Tina has enriched students at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati DAAP, CCM, and Xavier University. Her career also includes performances on the lute and Renaissance flute, and leadership of The Shakespeare Band. Tina’s commitment to social justice is evident in her photography, where she uses her art as a catalyst for change, reflecting both her Hispanic and Appalachian roots. For her first solo exhibition at Eisele Gallery, “Illumination” offers a rare opportunity to experience Tina Gutierrez’s artistic vision and social impact.
Admission to Eisele Gallery is free and open to the public, with free parking in rear of building. Fall 2024 gallery hours are: Tues.Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Monday by appt., by emailing or calling David Smith at david@eiselefineart.com, 513-791-7717. Visit www.eiselefineart.com for more information.
ViewPoint 56 first place winner Erika Sobrack’s “Drift,” Oil on Wood Panel, 14” x 22”
Village
MPPG Welcomes New Members
By Alicia Stock MPPG President
Mariemont Preschool Parents Group (MPPG) has been bringing young families together for over 70 years. What started as a group of moms discussing early childhood
based fun from The Nest - Play for Littles The welcome picnic is a great chance to meet new and returning families and to learn more about our organization.
MPPG offers opportunities throughout the year for all members of the family to learn,
behavior in 1948 has grown into a thriving organization of over 100 families.
Membership enrollment is currently open to families with children ages 0-5. Whether your youngest child is entering prekindergarten, or you are expecting your first baby, families will enjoy the many benefits of membership.
MPPG invites any young family considering membership to join us for our annual Welcome Picnic on Sunday, September 15. We will meet in the pavilion and playground area at Dogwood Park from 4:30-6 p.m. Bring your own picnic blanket and let the kids enjoy popsicles and sensory-
play, and socialize. The group offers festive holiday events for the family, informative (and fun) monthly speaker meetings for the moms, dads’ events, date nights, playgroups, and more. As a 501c3 nonprofit, MPPG also donates thousands of dollars each year to local projects and charities thanks to the generous community support of our annual Luminaria fundraiser.
Please visit www. MariemontPPG.com to learn more or to register for membership for the 2024-2025 year. Questions? Contact Cassidy Beals, MPPG Membership Chair, at info@mariemontppg. com.
MPPG Luminaria Kits Now Available!
It may only be the beginning of September, but Mariemont Preschool Parent Group (MPPG) already has Christmas on our minds! Mariemont’s annual Luminaria night takes place Saturday, December 7 from 5:308 p.m. Order your luminaria kits online now at www.mariemontppg.com/ luminaria. There will also be order forms and more information about all the exciting Luminaria festivities in the October Town Crier. Order deadline is October 25.
Luminaria is MPPG’s largest fundraiser. We are proud to have donated prior year’s proceeds to local organizations such as St. Joseph’s Orphanage, Mariemont Angel Fund, The Ronald McDonald House, the Centennial Fund for Dogwood Park renovations, and the Mariemont Pool.
Please contact Cassidy Beals or Meg Cooper at mariemontluminaria@ gmail.com with any questions. Thank you for supporting MPPG and the Village of Mariemont!
MPPG members created flower arrangements at a Luminaria Fundraiser with Magnolia Rose.
MPPG celebrated these graduates at a Cinco De Mayo farewell party. Members “graduate” when their youngest child enters Kindergarten.
Community
MariElders To Host Resource Fair
By Erin Rothfuss
We’re excited to invite you to our Resource Fair hosted by MariElders on September 13, from noon to 2 p.m. This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn about various services and resources available to support aging well in our community.
• Date: September 13
• Time: Noon – 2 p.m.
• Location: MariElders, 6923 Madisonville Rd. in Mariemont
Representatives from Senior Care Partners, Council on Aging of Southwest Ohio, Home Instead, Athletico, and other key organizations will be on hand to discuss their offerings and answer your questions. Whether you’re seeking information about in-home
care, fitness programs, or senior services, this fair is designed to connect you with the resources you need.
Engage with experts who can provide valuable insights and support for you or your
loved ones. Don’t miss out on this chance to gather information and make informed decisions about aging well. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more details, call (513) 271-5588 or email marielders@yahoo.com
Seniors enjoy a summer kayaking trip with MariElders. Answers to puzzle on page 19.
Community DAR Chapter Celebrates Constitution Week
By Sarah E. Hartkemeier Mariemont DAR Historian/Librarian
September 17 is designated as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia in 1787.
The celebration of the U.S. Constitution was started by the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in 1955. The group petitioned Congress to dedicate the week of September 17-23 annually for the observance of Constitution Week. The resolution was later adopted by the U.S. Congress and signed into public law on August 2, 1956, by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
The Mariemont DAR Chapter continues this celebration with participating in the Bells Across America ceremony. We have asked area churches to do the same. So if you hear church bells ring in your community on September 17 at 4 p.m. it is to remember the signing of the U.S. Constitution.
Our chapter has had displays at the Mariemont, Maderia, Blue Ash and Symmes Public Libraries to educate the public within the Cincinnati library system on the reason why we have a Constitution Week. Go visit and check out information in the month of September concerning the constitution.
Support our Junior CourierS!
Support our Junior CourierS!
The Mariemont Town Crier is proud to present news and information about the activities, people, organizations, and schools that make Mariemont great. Our wonderful staff is mostly volunteer, however our young couriers do receive a small stipend for their hard work sorting, stuffing inserts, and delivering your monthly issue.
great. Our wonderful staff is mostly volunteer, however our young couriers do receive a small stipend for their hard work sorting, stuffing inserts, and delivering your monthly issue.
Donations to the Crier Club go towards that stipend and help ensure our couriers get the Mariemont Town Crier to your doorstep eight times a year. Crier Club members are featured prominently for their support in every issue. To join the club for the 2024-2025 publishing year (through June 2025), send your donation to:
Donations to the Crier Club go towards that stipend and help ensure our couriers get the Mariemont Town Crier to your doorstep eight times a year. Crier Club members are featured prominently for their support in every issue. To join the club for the 2024-2025 publishing year (through May 2025), send your donation to:
Education is one of the three main missions of DAR. Constitution Week is a great time to learn more about this important document and celebrate the freedoms it has given us.
To learn more about DAR, contact Regent Mary Jo Holohan at (513) 520-2933 or mary.s.holohan@gmail.com
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Mariemont DAR Chapter members ring their bells for Constitution Day.
Community
Fairfax Community Activities
Join in on these fun September events and activities just down the street in Fairfax!
Fairfax Book Club: September 17, 7:30 p.m. in the R.G. Cribbet Rec Center, 5901 Hawthorne Ave. Join this fun group as they discuss a different book each month. Books are reserved at the Mariemont Library at least a month before each discussion date. Upcoming books:
• September 17: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
• October 15: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
Village of Fairfax Community Yard Sale: September 21, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Look for signs at main intersections.
Village Craft Connection: September 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Fairfax Rec Center. Sammie from Wild Sunshine will be teaching the hottest trend—stitched sweatshirts! No sewing experience required. Price: $50 ($55 for XL or over due to sweatshirt cost). Includes choice of white, black, or ash grey sweatshirt. Then choose a word to stitch on: “Who Dey” (in orange or white), “Cincy” (in tiger stripe or orange), Warriors (in royal blue or white), or Mama (still deciding colors). Reserve your spot by Venmo to @sammiemiller-2. In comments, please include: 9/25 class, sweatshirt color and size, and your word choice from the four options.
NEW! Fairfax Snack Shack Now Open in Ziegler Park. Open every day from 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Stop by and grab an ice cream, drink, snack, or candy next time you are in the park. We have SpongeBob ice cream bars – our #1 best seller! You can also get an ice cream float or brownie cup in a color changing Fairfax Snack Shack cup for you to keep for only $5!
By Kym Kuenning
Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center
Fall at The Barn
The Paint-Out is Back!
The Woman’s Art Club of Cincinnati Foundation is sponsoring the 2024 Mariemont Paint Out and is calling all artists to come and paint the lovely settings and quaint Village architecture nestled in this quiet corner slightly east of Cincinnati. Parks, walking trails, and overlooks are abundant within the borders of the village. The Paint Out opens to artists upon check-in.
• Friday, Sept. 27 from 4-7 p.m. at Fifty West Brewing Company, 7605 US-50
• Saturday, Sept. 28 from 7-9:30 a.m. at The Barn, 6980 Cambridge Avenue, Mariemont
On Saturday, Sept. 28 from 6-8 p.m., at the conclusion of the Paint Out, the public is invited to join the artists for an exhibition, reception, awards presentation, and the opportunity to purchase some fresh fine art at the Cambridge Ave. location.
• Best of Show Award: $1000
• Second Place Award: $500
• Third Place Award: $250
• Judge’s Choice Award: Plaza Art Gift Card
• Three Honorable Mention Awards: $100 each
David Mueller, an award-winning Cincinnati artist, lecturer, and instructor, will be the judge for this event. He is a Master Signature Member of Oil Painters of America and has been accepted into and has won awards in numerous national and regional exhibitions, including the following: The Art Renewal Center, Oil Painters of America, National Oil and Acrylic Painters, The International Museum of Contemporary Master of Fine Art, and Viewpoint (Cincinnati Art Club). He recently won a gold medal in the Master Signature Division at the annual National OPA Juried Exhibition. Visit www. davidmuellerfineart.com to learn more.
The Mariemont Paint-Out is made possible in part by an investment of public funds from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.
We would also like to thank the William G. & Mary Jane Helms Charitable Trust for sponsoring the cash awards, as well as Plaza Artist Materials for their sponsorship of the Judge’s Choice Award.
For more information and updates, please go to www.artatthebarn.org/mariemontpaint-out-2024
Woman’s Art Club Annual Show
The Barn, also known as The Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, is pleased to host The Art We Make — an annual exhibition presented by The Woman’s Art Club, a separate entity. The show opens for public viewing from 3-6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20 and continues through Sunday, Nov. 3 Gallery hours include Tuesday-Friday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and weekends from 1-4 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
Drawing works from more than 250 members, the exhibition showcases various media artworks representing the unique experiences and expressions that color each member’s art. Please come to our opening and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Awards.
For more information and updates about this exhibition, visit www.womansartclub. com
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The Barn (from previous page)
The Woman’s Art Club of Cincinnati is the oldest existing women’s art club operating without interruption in the United States. Founded on December 1, 1892, by nineteen women artists in response to the Cincinnati Art Club’s refusal to include women, the Club continues its tradition of stimulating its members to more significant effort in their work and increasing general interest in art among community members.
Whole Cow to our Donors
The Barn’s mascot is a Holstein, the best known of the dairy cow breeds. The following donors went WHOLE COW for our 2023 Annual Campaign:
HOLSTEIN ($2500 and up)
Kathryn Al-Lamadani
Helen E Allen Charitable Foundation
Jane McDonald
JERSEY ($1000 and up)
25th Hour (Rosemary & Mark Schlacter)
Diana Kilfoil
Oliver Family Foundation
Angela M Reed (in honor of Cooki Thier)
Nancy & Jonathan Reynolds
J Frederick & Helen B Vogel Trust
BROWN SWISS ($500-$999)
Anonymous
Anonymous
Charlene W Lindner - DAF
Mary Beth Karaus
GUERNSEY ($250-$499)
Theresa & Edmond Hooker
Alleen & Shayne Manning
Joanne & William Sloneker
AYRSHIRE ($100-$249)
Anonymous
Ann Appleton
Edward & Karen Berkich
Rexford Bevis
Betty Clingerman
Kristina Getter
Sarah R Heckscher
Frances Hemmer
Karen & William Herkamp
Caroline R Hibbard
Linda Holthaus
Dale & Betty Howell
Community
KCD Chilly Company (Skyline)
Luanna Klote
Frederick Koehler
Mr & Mrs Philip Long
The Mace Family Charitable Fund
Kathy McCord Charitable Fund
Angela Meehan
Susan Porter
Mary Ran Gallery
James W Rauth
Angela M Reed
Carol H Rentschler
Bonnie K Rettig
Janet Smith
Michelle Vollman
Donna Winkler
SHORTHORN (up to $99)
Anonymous Anonymous
Michael & Elizabeth Berning
Barbara Biltz
Jo-Ann Casuto
Lisa Dayton
Susan Eberle
Norine Gettys
Christine Hawkins
Judy Kavanagh
Julie & Mark Northrop
Audrey Sharn
Kenneth & Janet Setchell
Todd Stommel
Carolyn Tuttle
Mary Welch
Upcoming September Events
Sunday, Sept. 8: The Kiwanis Art & Craft Fair - www.mariemontkiwanis.org/artfair
Saturday, Sept. 28: Warrior Run at Dogwood Park - www.1n5.org/warrior-run
Recent Events and Updates
Mayor Brown spoke recently with Soapbox Cincinnati about recent improvements to celebrate the Centennial. They featured a story about Mariemont on their website, which can be accessed through the link under “Mariemont in the News” on the front page of www.mariemont.org
The Village and Mr. Spinnenweber partnered to share the cost of designing and landscaping the traffic triangle in front of
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sprinkler heads were added, and the controlling mechanism was updated. This effort resulted in further beautifying the Square.
You may have noticed activity in the medians across from the National Exemplar and the Strand and wondered what is going on. Watkins Electrical Services, along with our Maintenance Department, have started the process of electrifying the space. This will be beneficial for all the activities that take place in the medians. For example, the annual Kiwanis Art & Craft Fair, the Porsche Rally, holiday displays, as well as the ability to up-light our trees and spotlight our beautiful Village. Spinnenweber Builders, Inc. is lending their financial support. Unfortunately, the height of the panel and meter boxes is required by Duke Energy. Don’t worry,
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
Community Village Worship Services
Mariemont Church
mariemontchurch.org facebook.com/MariemontChurch
The Clocktower Building at 3908 Plainville Rd. 513-271-4376
Jamie Moore, Lead Pastor Paul Rasmussen, Worship Pastor Katie Smith, Kingdom Kids Director
Renee Brownfield, Preschool Director
Mike Brownfield, Director of Operations Nancy Clausen, Office Manager/Communications
Sunday Morning Services take place at 9 and 11 a.m. Livestream services at our website, www.mariemontchurch. org, and YouTube, www.youtube.com/ MariemontChurch.
Current Sunday Series: “...With Him”: Living life with Jesus daily.
Kingdom Kids Sunday School takes place for infants (nursery) 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 Thursday nights at 7 p.m. Contact Katie at katie@mariemontchurch.org for more information.
Women’s Ministry: Worship, prayer, connection and community. Grow closer to God and in relationship with other women at Mariemont Church.
• JOY in the Morning Bible Study starts September 17 and meets Tuesdays from 9:15-11:30 a.m.
• Evening JOY Bible Study starts September 16 and meets 1st/3rd Mondays of the month from 7-8:30 p.m.
Weekly Worship, Prayer, and Meditation Opportunities: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10-11 a.m. in the Clocktower Building Auditorium. Join us for worship, prayer, and ministry time. All are welcome! Come for a few minutes or stay the whole time.
Men’s Friday Morning Bible Study: Starting at 6:30 a.m. every Friday.
Small Groups are available for adults including 20s-30s 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, visit www.mariemontchurch.org or contact Nancy Clausen at nancy@mariemontchurch. org.
Village Church of Mariemont villagechurchofmariemont.org facebook.com/VCMChurch Mariemont Memorial Chapel Offices at 3920 Oak Street
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 the Old Village Square at the corner of Oak and Maple Streets (3920 Oak Street). We also livestream all our services at www. facebook.com/VCMChurch.
We are a small church with a big heart. We strive to be a Christ-centered caring community, providing relevent 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.
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 – 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Trail Life USA (OH-1199) is a Christcentered, boy-focused mentoring and discipleship journey that speaks to the heart of a boy. Boys from ages 5 to 17 are engaged in a troop setting with outdoor adventures by male mentors where they are challenged to grow in character, understand their purpose, serve their community, and develop practical leadership skills. Troop Meetings will be 6:30-8 p.m. every other Thursday at 3920 Oak Street in Mariemont. Troop sign-up at www. TrailLifeUSA.com – click the button “Find a Troop.”
American Heritage Girls (OH-1346) is a Christ-centered character and leadership development program for girls 5 to 18 years of age. AHG is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Troop Meetings will be 6:30-8 p.m. every other Thursday at 3920 Oak Street in Mariemont. Troop sign-up at www. AmericanHeritageGirls.org – scroll down and click the button “Find a Troop.”
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 our website for more information.
Men’s Lunch Discussion meets weekly. Contact Pastor Todd if you have interest in this study 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.
