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School voters have levy to decide By Rob Dowdy

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It’s almost Election Day again, and in recent years, that means there’s a Winton Woods City Schools levy on the ballot. On Tuesday, Aug. 4, district residents will again be asked to vote for or against a 7.95-mill levy that could cost homeowners $236 per year per $100,000 home. Parent Kimberly DiStefano, a member of the Warrior Academic Advisory Council, said she’s in favor of the levy, but wants to see accountability from the district if it passes. “I think there needs to be a clear understanding of how the money will be used,” she said. DiStefano said she’s heard all the talk about what will be cut if the levy fails on Aug. 4, but has yet to hear how the district would

A look ahead If the Aug. 4 levy fails, Winton Woods City Schools announced they will: • eliminate all kindergarten through eighth grade sports and extracurricular activities; • close all elementary and middle school buildings, the Greenhills Community Building, and all surrounding grounds and fields after each school day; and • cut additional staff. If the levy passes, Winton Woods City Schools Board of Education President Jack Lee said the district would look at past cuts to see what, if anything, could be reinstated. However, he said the district hasn’t begun that process and is waiting the results on Aug. 4. improve with the additional funds. “People do want to see how their money is being used,” she said.

DiStefano and others have formed the Warrior Academic Advisory Council to not only rally support for the levy, but also organize parents to get involved with the district. However, not all district residents are behind the ballot issue. Springfield Township resident Susan Schupp said she’ll be voting against the levy due to her perception that the district has too many “frivolous” electives and not enough foresight to plan on potential financial pitfalls. She said Winton Woods resisted payfor-play fees – which requires students to pay fees in order to participate in sports – for many years, and now the district’s fees have come too late. Schupp said if the district focused more on teaching what students “need to know to go to college” instead of unnecessary electives, Winton Woods could

Other levies There are two other levies on the ballot in the Hilltop area. • In the city of Mount Healthy, there is a 5-mill five-year renewal levy to maintain the current levy of fire and EMS services. According to the city’s Web site, passage of the levy will not increase your tax bill. • Mount Healthy City School District has a 1.39-mill renewal levy that also won’t raise your tax bill. Mount Healthy Treasurer Rebecca Brooks says the owner of a $100,000 house would continue paying an estimated $40 per year for the levy if it passes. improve without the need for another levy. “I don’t believe we should be paying for a kid who isn’t doing well … to take sports management,” she said.

Township serves new senior service By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com Springfield Township is partnering with a senior citizen program to expand its services to residents ages 55 and older. The township senior/community center, 9158 Winton Road, now serves as the distribution site for Meals on Wheels. Senior Independence, an Ohio Presbyterian Retirement Services organization, is responsible for the coordination and delivery of the meals Monday through Friday. The meals are prepared fresh daily by a local caterer and stored in refrigerators at the township center. Thom Schneider, senior service director for the township, said the meager $150 a month the township receives for its role goes back to the center. He said it helps offset financial cuts trustees made to balance the township budget. More importantly, Schneider said, the new partnership gives the township a way to help its residents no longer able to prepare their own meals. “It also gives our center vol-

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Thom Schneider and Sandra Harris assemble an afternoon’s Meals on Wheels delivery from the Springfield Township Senior/Community Center where Schneider is the director of senior services. Harris has been delivering the pre-packaged meals for the past five years. unteers another opportunity to serve the community,” Schneider said. “They can help by volunteering for a few hours a day to help Senior Independence drivers

assemble the meals for delivery.” Before moving to the township, the meals were prepared at Llanfair retirement center in College Hill.

Ann Munafo, a registered nurse and marketing director for Senior Independence, said she still is compiling figures for the Meals on Wheels service since it moved to the township July 1. She said there are five routes from the center which include not only Springfield Township, but also Mount Healthy and North College Hill. “I’ve been delivering meals for the past five years and I’ve gotten really close with some of the people I serve,” said Sandra Harris, a Senior Independence driver from Westwood. “For some people, I may be the only contact they have and I can check up on them to make sure they’re doing OK.” The number of meals delivered varies day to day, Schneider said. He was helping Harris box up 44 meals on this day. Seniors can request additional frozen meals for weekends and Munafo said her staff works with residents who may have food allergies or diet restrictions. Seniors can receive referral information about the program by calling Schneider at 5221154.

Bargains abound at Greenhills yard sales By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com The Greenhills Historical Society has its annual Trash to Treasures community yard sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. In its eighth year, the event features about 60 community-

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Springfield Twp. lures home buyers with event By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

Springfield Township is planning a way to lure prospective home buyers to be sold on Springfield Township. The ambitious project begins next week with a class just for Realtors, for which they can receive continuing education credit. Kimberlee Flamm, project, events and communications coordinator for the township, said the class will provide a crash course on the township and all it has to offer home buyers. They’ll use what they’ve learned at a Sept. 20 home fair showing off houses in the township for sale, both by real estate agents and sales by owners. “It’s going to be a one-day open house extravaganza and our goal is to have 80 percent of the homes for sale participating,” Flamm said. It will be a busy afternoon for folks looking for a new home. It starts at noon at township administrative offices, 9150 Winton Road. There will be a 15-minute presentation, including information on the $8,000 tax credit for

“It’s going to be a one-day open house extravaganza … our goal is to have 80 percent of the homes for sale participating.”

first-time home buyKimberlee Flamm ers. Folks will receive a free gift bag full of coupons and gifts from local businesses, and listings of all the open houses. Tucked in the gift bag also will be tickets to dinner at Parky’s Farm in Winton Woods. For every home visited, prospective buyers will receive a ticket for a door prize to be presented at the dinner. Flamm said township businesses like Northside Bank, Skyline Chili and Sibcy Cline are helping the township with the event. “We’re hoping to reach not only firsttime home buyers, but others looking for homes as well,” said Beth Hiltz, vice president and sales manager for the Winton Road Sibcy Cline office. She said there currently are 350 homes listed by agents in the township. To register a home for the open house tour, call Flamm at 522-1410. Information about the Sold on Springfield Township project also is available on the township Web site at springfieldtwp.org.

20 years later, Concert on the Green still strong By Rob Dowdy

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It’s been 20 years since Concert on the Green debuted on the lawn at Union Central in Forest Park, and the concert is as popular as ever. Concert on the Green, which will be 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, is a summer tradition that brings a free Cincinnati Pops Orchestra concert to city and neighboring community residents. The event features family entertainment, refreshments and, of course, music from Maestro Erich Kunzel and Cincinnati Pops. City Manager Ray Hodges, who helped organize the concert 20 years ago, said not much has changed in the two decades since the concert began. He said it started as the city’s appreciation for the arts, to widen cultural awareness in the community and to promote the city. “Those concepts still

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Maestro Erich Kunzel will conduct the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra during the Concert on the Green at Union Central in Forest Park Friday night, July 31. hold true,” Hodges said. Sandy Mossman, a Union Central spokeswoman, said organizing Concert on the Green has gotten easier through the years. She said the concert resembles “a well-oiled machine,” with the city and business having done this so many times there are few surprises left. “We’ve got it down to a

What: Concert on the Green, a family-friendly event featuring the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and magician Matthew Brian Taylor When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 31 Where: Union Central, at the corner of Waycross and Mill roads Free on-site parking is available, and attendees are asked to bring chairs and blankets. Refreshments can be purchased at the event. science,” Mossman said. Hodges and Mossman both noted that this year’s concert had the potential to pose some problems when it came to collecting business donations, which has been a staple of the free event since its inception. However, Mossman said community sponsors came through and despite the lagging economy, Concert on the Green will have the same bells and whistles it’s always had.

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Greener Elementary School will not accept new students this year as the

Mount Healthy City School District prepares for the opening of two new elementary schools in 2010. Superintendent David Horine said the district is

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working on an attendance plan for the new elementary schools. “It’s under development, and we still want to get input from our building principals,” he said. “All of the principals have not seen the plan at this point.” The draft roughly splits the attendance areas in half at the new elementaries, set to open in the fall of 2010. Students now attending New Burlington and Frost elementaries would attend North Elementary, under construction at the site of the former North Middle School on Struble Road. Students now attending

Jane Hoop and Duvall elementaries would attend South Elementary, under construction adjacent to Morris Field. Horine said the Greener building, which has just over 300 students, will likely split its attendance area between the North and South elementary school buildings. He said the district is being flexible to accommodate siblings of students already attending Greener, but no new families will be allowed to register there. Board member Steve Harness said he doesn’t expect the change to have a

major impact on students. “We are just gearing up for when the new buildings open,” he said. Horine said the district will continue working on the plan, which he hopes to have ready for release after students return from their Christmas break. “We are meeting with PTAs, and they are already planning joint events to build communities between the schools that will combine,” Horine said. The superintendent said another factor is that Greener is on the Ohio Department of Education’s list of eligible EdChoice scholar-

ship schools. T h e EdChoice program provides a Horine limited number of state-funded scholarships to students who attend low-performing public school buildings. These buildings have been rated academic watch or academic emergency for three consecutive years. The scholarships may be used to attend private schools that meet program requirements. “We want to give our Greener families options within the district,” Horine said.

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Sears Outlet will replace a vacant TJ Maxx store. Other tenants at the center include Dick’s Sporting Goods, Hobby Lobby and PetSmart. Sears Outlet sells appliances, tools, fitness equipment, televisions and mattresses at a 20 percent to 60 percent discount from retail prices, said Chris Brathwaite, a Sears spokesman. It oper-

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Mariah Harden from the Mount Healthy High School class of 2009 was honored for putting in 1,143 hours of community service when only 30 is required. She is with Dave Horine, Mount Healthy superintendent, center, and Gov. Ted Strickland. The governor was at the high school where he addressed the school board, staff and community.

State Rep. Connie Pillich (D-28th District) presented an American flag, which had been flown over the State Capitol, to the community of Pleasant Run Farms July 4 as part of the neighborhoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Independence Day Celebration. The flag replaced a worn one that had flown over Clifford George Fields for years. Members of Boy Scout Troop 881 conducted the ceremony. Pillich spoke to a crowd of about 40 following the neighborhoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fourth of July parade. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The American flag is recognized the world over as the symbol of liberty,â&#x20AC;? Pillich said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It unites us as a people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Surely the most beautiful sight to an American abroad is the sight of the Stars and Stripes. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure

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After 50 years as an optometrist, James Scholles is not walking away. “I’m not retiring. I love what I do,” said Scholles, whose office is at 8979 Winton Road in Finneytown. So instead of slowing down and playing more golf and tennis, he decided to celebrate in another way. He is starting a “golden” eye care plan. He is providing free eye examinations and eyeglasses, if needed, to 50 people who will be selected by community groups and schools. “It’s a way to show appreciation of the community,” Scholles said. “We have people who don’t have the means to afford eye exams and glasses,” he said. He’s written a letter to school nurses, churches and people who can help identify those 50 people. “There are no strings. We will make eyeglasses or give them the eye care they need.” Scholles opened his

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Optometrist James R. Scholles will celebrate 50 years as an optometrist by providing free eye examinations and eyeglasses as needed to patients identified by community representatives during the next year. With Scholles in his Finneytown office is, back from left, Scholles, Tonya Sewell, Barbara Rowe; front, Judy Rinckel and Shirley Pierce. office just up the road on Hemsptead, next to the Brentwood Shopping Center, on July 24, 1959. He went to St. Xavier High School, Xavier University and studied optometry at Ohio State University. When he opened his Finneytown office he was also working in down-

town Cincinnati. “I didn’t want to commute,” he said. Although his practice has built up, he is seeing some of the same people he first saw 35 years ago “It’s still neat to see them,” he said. “People become part of our family.

That’s one of the most enjoyable things, people keep coming back. “We all get a lot of satisfaction of seeing people over a long time.” Scholles not only taken care of his patients, he has looked out for optometry. He has been president of the

Cincinnati, Ohio and national optometry associations. He was the optometrist of the year in Ohio in 1969, and he has a plaque from the time he testified before the U.S. Congress on eye care in 1988. He is a lawyer – was graduated form Chase College of Law in 1977 – and has worked with insurance companies dealing with eye care. He has served as expert witnesses in trials. Now, he limits his law work to working with other optometrists. Barbara Rowe has worked for Scholles for 23 years. She said she has taken phone calls from all of the United States from people wanting to talk with Scholles. He lives in Finneytown with his wife Barbara. One son, Jeff, is an attorney with offices in the same building on Winton Road. Another son, Greg, is a golf pro; daughters Cindy and Kathy are both teachers and stepson Mark works at Fidelity. He is appreciative of the other optometrists who works with him – David Wert and Philip Jutte – and

Excellence event honors local teachers “Celebrate Excellence provides a unique opportunity to bring school, university, business, and civic leaders together to pay tribute to an impressive group of outstanding local educational leaders from across the county,” said Dave Distel, HCESC superintendent. Each district submits their certificated educator of the year, which this year includes 16 teachers, two special education administrators, a music director and a principal.

The 2009 recipient of the Hamilton County Education Foundation/University of Cincinnati scholarship is Leslie Lessig, a teacher at Lincoln Heights Elementary School. The Hamilton County Education Foundation/Xavier University scholarship recipient is Preston Clark, a special education aide at Norwood High School. “These scholarships are directly addressing the national shortage of special education teachers and

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Four local educators are among 20 educators recently recognized at the third annual Celebrate Excellence breakfast. Ken Berry, special education teacher/department coordinator for the Mount Healthy School District, Rick Canter, music director for the Finneytown Local School District, Steve Denny, principal of Winton Woods Elementary School, and Joseph Nickel, social studies teacher, guidance counselor and athletic director for the North College Hill City School District, were honored by the Hamilton County Educational Service Center. The Hamilton County Education Foundation was established in 2006 by the Hamilton County Educational Service Center to provide scholarships to students majoring in a special education-related field and recognize the work of local public education professionals at the annual Celebrate Excellence event. As the non-profit fundraising arm of the HCESC, the foundation is providing scholarships to teachers who are returning to school for their masters in special education. The first scholarship, established with the University of Cincinnati, was presented last year to a music teacher at Roger Bacon High School who plans to work with students as a music therapist. This year, the first scholarship to Xavier University will be awarded in addition to a second scholarship to UC. “The establishment of the Hamilton County Education Foundation allows HCESC to add a new sustainable dimension to its services,” said Karen Muse, foundation president. “By annually celebrating the accomplishments of local educators and providing more scholarships for others in the field to further their education, we hope we’re creating incentives for teachers and administrators to stay here and serve the children of Hamilton County.”

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the rest of the staff, two or three who have been working with him for 25 to 30 years. “He has very loyal patients,” Rowe said. “They love him and keep coming back.” And if Scholles has his way, the patients will see him for a long time. As he wrote in his letter about his golden eye care plan, “Since we expect to be around for the next 50 years, we intend to renew the program in future years if it is well received.”

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Winton Woods sets kindergarten testing date Aug. 6 is the early entrance testing date for the 2009-2010 school year for kindergarten students in the Winton Woods City School District. Parents interested in having their children tested for early entrance to kindergarten must fill out an application, complete the required documents and set up an appointment for a testing time Aug. 6. The Winton Woods City Schools Enrollment Center is at 8 Enfield Drive in the Greenhills Community Building. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Required at the time of enrollment are: • Three items proving resi-

dence such as a lease, new home contract or mortgage statement receipt plus two additional items such as energy, cable, water or phone bills; • Child’s original birth certificate; • Any custody/guardianship documents filed with a court; • Immunization records; • Photo identification of the parent or guardian enrolling the child. Only custodial/residential parents or legal guardians may enroll a child in school. For more information, call 6192360 or visit the district Web site at www.wintonwoods.org/departments/enrollment/how-to-enroll.

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Green for greenhouses

Larry Greer, store manager of the Walmart in Forest Park, recently presented Dr. Camille Nasbe, superintendent of the Winton Woods City School District, with a check for $1,000 to improve the greenhouses at Winton Woods Intermediate School. The project is a continuation of the partnership between Walmart, the school district and Forest Park Environmental Awareness. Last year the three organizations partnered to create a rain garden at Winton Woods Elementary School.

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Music awards

Winton Woods High School recently held its annual Music Awards to honor band, orchestra, and choir students, as well as members of the drill team. The award ceremony was preceded by performances by the Winton Woods Middle School Honor Band and “24,” the select middle school choir, and followed by a cupcake reception. Pictured from left are special award winners band president Brianna Dennis, who received the John Phillip Sousa Award; Kyle Day, who received the James Cox Memorial Vocal Musicianship Award; Justin Hisle, who received National School Orchestra Award; and Danny Rodgers, who received the Patrick Gilmore Award.

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The top 16 Winton Woods scholars recently honored their most influential teachers, coaches and counselors for the impact they’ve had on their lives and education. Pictured from left are Matt Alander, Suzy Perkins, Beth Pearson, Tim Wooton, Peggy Robinette, Calvin Johnson, Lauren Sabour, Michelle Kozlowski, Dani Ashbrook, Adam Gergen, Donnie Gillespie and Jim Breyer.

Top Winton Woods scholars honor their most influential teachers The top 16 scholars in the Winton Woods City School District took time before graduation to thank their most influential teachers for the impact they’ve had on their lives and education. The teachers heard the words of gratitude at a ceremony that honored the scholars, their parents and their chosen teachers. This year’s Most Influential Teacher honorees from Winton Woods High School were calculus teacher Jim Breyer, social studies teachers Lauren Sabour and Adam Gergen, drama director Michelle Kozlowski, senior counselor Kevin Jones, girls’ basketball coach Calvin Johnson, band director Dani Ashbrook, English teacher Peggy Robinette and soccer coach Donnie Gillespie. Honorees from Winton Woods Middle School were math teacher Tim Wooton, and language arts teacher and track coach Matt Alander. Also honored were district art teacher Beth Pearson and retired Lakeside Elementary School teacher Suzy Perkins. Valedictorian Randy Knepp saluted Breyer by telling Breyer that his calculus class “taught me to strive for perfection in all the work I do and not simply settle for just enough to get an A.” Sarah Monroe got a smile from Breyer when she said, “Being in Mr. Breyer’s class has not been ‘fun,’ but I have learned more in my three years with him than I ever thought I could. I don’t think I’ll ever be a math major, but I am certain that my experiences in Mr. Breyer’s class will help me in all of my future academic endeavors.” Asha Waller added that “Mr. Breyer requires students to be specific in explanations and remember all the information covered over the course of the year so they will be prepared for a career.” Anna Nkrumah already had a passion for math before entering Breyer’s pre-calculus class, but she “found Mr. Breyer to be an amazing teacher whose own intelligence and passion for math also pushes me forward and entices me to keep on loving math.” Aaron Nightingale hated history when he walked into Gergen’s classroom. “I was in 10th grade so I was surely obnoxious,” he said. “Mr. Gergen made class involved and interesting. We never failed to get into a debate and he always

listened to what we had to say. His ‘waterfall of knowledge,’ as he would say, was memorable and most definitely influential throughout the years.” Caty Spalding said Sabour “didn’t treat us like we were young and incapable, but believed in us and challenged us enough to make us believe in ourselves.” Spalding said the projects that Sabour’s students presented at the World Affairs Museum “taught us all that we can make a difference in the world.” Two of the top scholars chose coaches as their influential teachers. “Calvin Johnson has been more than a basketball coach to me for the past three years,” said Vorá Smith. “He’s been a father, a brother and a friend. Mr. Johnson believed in me when no one else did and always pushed me to be my best on and off the court.” Luke Spencer said that Gillespie has helped him develop into a well-rounded young man. “Although most people know Coach G. for his athletic success, he constantly stresses the importance of academic success, as well as a strong sense of character and maturity. Coach G’s high expectations have motivated me throughout my high school career.” Ashley Williams chose Alander, who was both her English teacher and track coach at Winton Woods Middle School. “His writing workshop influenced me to put some of my most creative ideas on paper,” said Williams. “This really helped me to think outside the box and not be contained to one subject.” As a coach, Williams said Alander “pushed me to do more than I thought I could achieve athletically, and for that I owe him thanks.” Salutatorian Kaitlin Stewart choose Robinette as her most influential teacher. “I had Ms. Robinette for a sub when my regular teacher was out on maternity leave, and in those few short months she managed to change my life,” said Stewart. “Ms. Robinette showed me how much potential I had. She made me want to not only become a better student, but a better person in every aspect of my life.” Perkins was the first teacher Danny Rodgers had who emphasized that success was the only

option. “We were never allowed to say ‘I can’t,’” said Rodgers. “There was no other option other than success.” Kyle Day said that Ashbrook is another teacher who shows students how to succeed. “I have known Ms. Ashbrook for eight years now and she is one of the coolest people I know, but she also knows when it’s time to TCB (take care of business). She has helped me to learn a skill that will help me later in life-that skill is knowing when to have fun and when to be serious and get things done.” For Jade Lord, Wooton is a fantastic teacher and one of the best people she knows. “Refusing to be stopped by cancer, Mr. Wooton ran a marathon only a few months afterward,” said Lord. “The strength he showed through his sickness, and still shows today, inspires me to accomplish even my wildest dreams and refuse to let anything stop me.” The influence of the arts in education could be seen in the nominations of Pearson and Kozlowski. “Mrs. Pearson was my GTA (gifted and talented art) teacher in both fifth and sixth grade,” said Jessica Jordan. “In addition to learning advanced art techniques and art history, she also taught me how to expand my horizons, how to appreciate learning new things, and what it means to work hard.” Danielle Busken met Kozlowski as a freshman auditioning for the high school’s production of “Beauty and the Beast.” “Every year I have been in a musical or play, and Mrs. Koz was always there along the way helping me to become a better performer,” said Busken. “As a teacher, she is very patient and understanding. Mrs. Koz is someone you can talk to. She listens and is always there to help you out.” Brianne James said that while she’s had many great teachers over the years, the person who has had the greatest influence on her is not a teacher but a counselor. “Mr. Kevin Jones has helped me in all aspects of my life,” said James. “He gave me all the information and tools I need to make the best decision for the next step in my life. Mr. Jones has gone above and beyond his job description to help all those that he could.”

Winton Woods Middle School presents Shah, Shuck awards Winton Woods Middle School eighth-graders Katie Schmittou and Emily Capal have won this year’s Siddartha Shah and Pat Shuck Awards. “The students who qualified for the Pat Shuck and Sidd Shah awards are the cream of our crop,” said language arts teacher Matt Alander. “These two awards honor the best of the best. To illustrate this point, let me give you a little Winton Woods trivia. In each Winton Woods High School graduating class from 2000 to next week’s

commencement, all but one valedictorian and one salutatorian were nominated for the Pat Shuck and/or Sidd Shah awards when they were eighth-graders. So tonight we may be getting a sneak peak at the top honors for graduation night 2013.” Schmittou received the Siddartha Shah Award, which honors the former student who died in the summer of 1994. “When Sidd was at Winton Woods Middle School, he was president of student council, was involved in many activities, got

straight A’s and was in athletics,” said teacher Jennie Tilton, who presented the award. “His parents remember that when the doors of the middle school were open, they were always here. Sidd was well-liked by both students and teachers. He always had a smile on his face and showed caring toward others.” The Siddartha Shah award is presented to an eighth-grade student with no grade lower than a B who shows good family values and is involved in a middle school sport and club or activity. Students

are nominated through teacher evaluations and must respond to two essay questions as part of the award process. “Katie was the only nominee to earn perfect evaluations from all of her teachers,” said Alander. “That says something about her consistent effort to perform her best both in and out of the classroom.” Capal received the Pat Shuck Award, named after a reading teacher whose career ended 21 years ago at Forest Park Middle School. “She (Shuck) believed that

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Colerain and St. Xavier football teams will get to know one another over the next several years – on their own fields. The two schools have inked a home-and-home football series for 2011 and 2012. The Cardinals will host the Bombers in 2011, with the Bombers returning the favor in 2012. “We’ve been getting matched up at showcase events over the last few years, and we thought it’d be nice to play each other in our own stadiums,” St. Xavier Athletic Director John Sullivan said. Both teams are scheduled to play each other the first week of the 2009 season in the Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown at Nippert Stadium on Aug. 28. Colerain won last year’s defensive slugfest, 13-8. “(Sullivan and I) see each other frequently at different events, and we had begun talking about having to play out-of-town teams,”

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St. Xavier High School head football coach Steve Specht, who led the Bombers to state titles in 2005 and 2007, hopes to rebound from a tough 2008 in which his team went 4-6 and missed the playoffs. Colerain Athletic Director Dan Bolden said. “We talked about getting together if we ever had the same week available, and the dates worked out for us.” Colerain’s contract to play Louisville DuPont Manual expires after the 2010 season, which

opened a slot to play St. X in 2011. Both Colerain and St. X have struggled in recent years to schedule local, non-conference teams. “I’m not a big fan of the current playoff system. I think it keeps people from playing competitively,” Bolden said. “A lot of teams like St. X, Elder and Moeller have to play out of town because people in town won’t play them.” In recent years, St. X has consistently faced one of the tougher schedules in the country. In 2008, with the exception of its seasonopening game against Colerain, the Bombers played out-of-town teams in every non-conference game the rest of the way, including games against teams from Alabama, New Jersey, Indiana and northern Ohio. St. X finished 4-6 and missed the playoffs. Like Bolden, Sullivan has a few qualms with the current playoff system. “Colerain is in a big league and has to play a few teams with notso-great records. So if they lose

just one game, it can really hurt them,” he said. “It’s not just about making the playoffs. It’s about being one of the top four seeds so you can host a playoff game. A home playoff game means a lot to your community.” Another drawback to playing out-of-town teams is money. Bolden estimated that Colerain will spend between $2,000 and $3,000 in travel expenses for its game against DuPont. “We’d much rather play someone here in town,” he said. “We’ll play whoever wants to play us.” Bolden hopes to revive a rivalry with La Salle and begin some with schools like East Central (Indiana), which is a 30-minute drive away, and Ryle (Kentucky), which is just over the river. But for now, Colerain and St. X are more than happy to play one another. “The guys at Colerain are great to work with,” Sullivan said. “Our goal is to get as many Friday night football games in our city and in the Tristate as possible. That’s

what high school football is all about.” Neither AD said that scheduling regular-season match-ups would take anything away from potential playoff showdowns. “I can see why people might think that, but the playoffs are the playoffs; anything can happen,” Bolden said. “Whatever people say (about the winners and losers of the regular-season games) would just be more bulletin board material.” Sullivan agreed. “It doesn’t take away anything,” he said. “If anything, it only makes it more special. We usually play Colerain in the beginning of the season, and during the playoffs people get a chance to see how teams progress.” Either way, the quality of football figures to be stellar – Colerain and St. X have combined to win three of the last five Division-I state titles. “We’re community schools, and we’re not that far apart,” Sullivan said. “I’m excited about it.”

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Roger Bacon High School seniors Zach Merkle and Natalie Hawkins are recipients of the 2009 Bron Bacevich Award, presented annually to the school’s most outstanding male and female athletes.

Roger Bacon names outstanding athletes Roger Bacon High School seniors Natalie Hawkins and Zach Merkle have been named recipients of the 2009 Bron Bacevich Award. This prestigious award, named in honor of the legendary Roger Bacon football coach, is presented annually to the school’s most outstanding male and female athletes. Greenhills resident Hawkins, a three-sport athlete excelling in softball, volleyball and basketball, earned multiple GGCL All League honors during her four year career at Roger Bacon. Hawkins was a member of two Sectional Championship basketball teams and an integral part of Bacon’s outstanding volleyball program where she earned recognition as a 2008 All-Southwest Ohio All-

Star. She will attend Cincinnati State in the fall. Finneytown resident Merkle, a standout athlete and team captain in both football and baseball, earned GCL All-League, All-City and District honors, along with recognition as a GCL Academic AllStar. A two-year starter in football he was among the GCL leaders in tackles and led the Spartans in allpurpose return yards during the 2008 season. Additionally, Merkle was a GCL All-League selection as an outstanding centerfielder for the Bacon baseball team. He will attend the University of Kentucky in the fall.

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Lightning strikes

The Star Lightning U13 team finishes its spring season with a 7-0 record only allowing three goals. They also were 3-1 in post-season play, only losing to a team four divisions above them. In front are Anna Kamphaus, Sarah Edwards, Maddie Boster, Katie Bowling, Lindsey Smith, Claire Edwards, Danielle Rush and Amber Ward. In second row are Anna Chipman, Jessica Chan, Lindsey Harman, Maggie Ebling, Isabella Riesen, Sarah LeBuhn and Olivia Cunningham. In back are Coach Kevin Kamphaus, Coach Brian Riesen, Coach Jay Rush. Not Pictured is Caroline Felner.

Metro softball tourney begins The nation’s largest amateur softball tournament, the annual Cincinnati Metro Softball Tournament, kicks off Thursday, July 30, with finals concluding Wednesday, Aug. 12. Most games take place at Rumpke Park in Crosby Township though a total of six local parks will host contests. Last year 308 teams participated as the event experienced its 22nd year as the largest amateur tournament in the country.

More information is available at www.rumpkeballpark.com or by calling 738-2646. The tournament is open to any team which played in a sanctioned softball league at a Greater Cincinnati park during 2009, according to a press release. Divisions include men’s and women’s brackets for all levels from recreational to competitive. “The Metro is the premier softball event to determine the best of the best in the Tristate,” Dan Say-

New hockey organization checks in By Mark Chalifoux mchalifoux@communitypress.com

There will be a new hockey organization at Sports Plus, 10765 Reading Road, No. 3, for kids in the area as the Queen City Hockey Association holds tryouts for its first season of operation. Steve Penman, the president of the new organization, said his goal for the QCHA is to make it a comprehensive program. But, for that to happen, he said things would have to start slow. “We look to have four or five house league teams and have five A/AA travel teams and one tier 1 AAA hockey team,” Penman said of the plans for the first year of operation. “We don’t have girls

yet, unfortunately, and all of the age brackets aren’t filled yet. We’ll probably end up with somewhere around 100 players in the first year of the association.” Still, the impetus for the creation of the organization, Penman said, was to create a more comprehensive hockey program that would give more options for players who wanted to play at a higher level. Penman is no stranger to Cincinnati hockey as he’s been involved as a parent of players, as a coach and as the owner of the Queen City Steam, the city’s only Junior A hockey team. There is another hockey organization in the city, the Cincinnati Amateur Hockey Association.

CAHA is the longtime youth hockey organization in the city. “We’re not trying to be another CAHA; they have done a nice job around here,” Penman said. “We want to take it to another level, particularly at the higher level of play. CAHA does not have AAAlevel hockey and we want to have a comprehensive program so the best players around here had a final outlet of where they could play as sophomores through seniors in high school.” The area’s major high school programs, such as Moeller or St. Xavier, are run through the OHSAA and not local organizations. “Some kids leave town to play hockey and we want to offer a dif-

ferent level of play for those who choose to go farther in hockey,” he said. “We will eventually have everything from the beginning player to all levels, including AAA, from age 8 on up through high school. It will take years to reach that goal though, it will not happen overnight.” Sports Plus is a partner in the new QCHA. Penman said Sports Plus was a natural pick for him when he was looking for a rink for the Steam because of the facility and the surrounding entertainment for families. “People could bring their kids and have other things to do and it’s wonderful for teams coming in from out of town because there’s a lot to do nearby,” he said. “I feel

lor said via a press release. Saylor is the executive director at Rumpke Park and a commissioner for Cincinnati’s Amateur Softball Association. “Players and teams are very passionate about playing in the Metro and claiming the title of city champs,” Saylor said. The draw for the 2009 tournament took place Tuesday, July 28, after Community Press deadlines.

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Sports Plus is the most comprehensive ice facility in Cincinnati and our partnership with them has been everything, really.” Penman said Sports Plus has been a tremendous partner and is assisting in joint marketing efforts in addition to providing help with ice. Ultimately, Penman said the organization’s goal is to provide a hockey avenue at an affordable price but at a proficient level of play. Tryout information is available at the organization’s Web site, cincinnatiyouthhockey.com.

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Paul Wittekind played defensive back at Ohio State University. No, not at the Horseshoe; rather, he did so in a pool as a member of the Buckeyes’ underwater hockey team. “At first, the kids all thought I played football,” said Wittekind, who joined the social studies department at Roger Bacon High School in 1994. “But then they started asking questions about (underwater hockey). It took a few years to get the kids interested.” The Roger Bacon underwater hockey team, which Wittekind founded in 1997, is the oldest high school team in the country. It’s also one of the few. “There’s one other team

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in Concord, Mass.,” Wittekind said. So what exactly is underwater hockey? The game developed in England in the 1950s and made its way across the pond in the 1970s. It’s similar to regular hockey, but there are distinct differences. In underwater hockey, there are only two periods, which are 15 minutes long; there is no specified goalie; no player is allowed to grab the puck with his or her hands; and everyone plays offense and defense. The playing surface, which varies by pool, is typically 25 yards long by 15 yards wide. Penalties such as icing and offsides – common in regular hockey – do not exist in the underwater rendition, which also tends to be less physical. “There will definitely be contact and the kids will have bumps and bruises,” Wittekind said. “But you can’t intentionally check someone into the wall.” Despite the variations, the basic premise of underwater hockey is the same as regular hockey: Score more goals than your opponent. Because there are so few high school teams in the United States, the Spartans play collegiate teams almost

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The Roger Bacon varsity underwater hockey team stands at the hotel after the conclusion of the nationals tournament. They are, from left: Front row, Tony Rademacher, Bailey Uetrecht, Assistant Coach Erin Rademacher, Alex Mathis, Jeff Schomaker, Ben Rumpke; back row, Team Manager Kathy Rademacher, Assistant Coach David Dozer, Jon Mathis, Matt Burkert, David Luken. exclusively. Most recently, they competed in the 2009 U.S.A. Underwater Hockey National Championships, which featured 23 teams, at the University of Minnesota. The varsity and junior varsity teams, which are coed, played the likes of Michigan State, Illinois, Georgia Tech, George Mason and Texas. The varsity team finished third in the “C” division, the third of three groups. “The high school team is at a developmental disadvantage because of growth and development,” Wittekind said. “But we train and practice our skills. A college team without that experience won’t win just because they’re older.” On the first day of competition, for example, the Spartans’ varsity team defeated Georgia Tech 8-0. The next day, however,

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which is 30 minutes from Toronto, to square off against some of the top preps teams in Canada. The Spartans have finished second in that tournament three times, losing in the finals each time to the same high school from Calgary. “It gives the kids a chance to play internationally and also against high school teams with their same level of development,” Wittekind said. What is most impressive, perhaps, about the Spartans’ underwater hockey program is the passion its athletes have for the sport. The teams practice once a week for 11 months out of the year and twice a week before tournaments. “They love the sport,” Wittekind said. “I’m pleased with their effort.”

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Georgia Tech defeated the junior varsity team, which is comprised of underclassmen and eighth-grade students, 12-0. “The experience and training that our kids have really showed up in the varsity game,” Wittekind said. “In the JV game, the physical advantages were evident.” Despite their physical limitations, the Spartans have enjoyed much success over the years. The varsity team won the “C” division in 2001 and 2007. “I have a tremendous amount of pride for (my teams),” Wittekind said. “They don’t back down from challenges, and they play against teams that they know will be hard to play against.” While its competition is generally older, Roger Bacon travels each March to the University of Guelph,

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The Fairfield Chiefs 17-U baseball team will holding tryouts for the 2010 season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at Waterworks Park, 5133 Groh Lane, Fairfield. Contact Bill Guenther at 295-0887 for more information or to schedule a private tryout.

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Concert on the Green needs a “talking area.” It’s summer – time for outdoor fun like festivals, fireworks, parades and the annual Concert on the Green featuring the Cincinnati Pops on the front lawn of the Union Central complex in Forest Park. Each year, I pack all the things necessary to make the evening an enjoyable event: a lawn chair, a hat to shade out the setting sun, a magazine, bug spray, an umbrella, and a small cooler containing bottled water or soda to sip on during the performance. I arrive in time to scout out the ideal location – not too close to the gigantic loud speakers, not too close to the aisle, somewhere that I am not blinded by the setting sun. I stake out my territory, unload the gear, plop down in the lawn chair, begin reading the magazine and listen for the beginning of the wonderful night under the stars with the Cincinnati Pops orchestra. Finally, Mr. Kunzel raises his baton to begin the music that everyone has been waiting for … well, almost everyone. Inevitably, some jerk sitting within earshot thinks that their conversation with their neighbor is more important than listening to the Pops. Not only do they jabber during the opening song, they continue to yakety-yak throughout the whole performance. I brought the bug spray to combat the mosquitoes, too bad the hardware store doesn’t sell “shut up” in 55-gallon drums. Do these rude people carry on their very important conversations during the Sunday sermon, assuming they attend church? Do they carry on their sideline con-

About letters & columns We welcome your comments on editorials, columns, stories or other topics important to you in The Hilltop Press. Include your name, address and phone number(s) so we may verify your letter. Letters of 200 or fewer words and columns of 500 or fewer words have the best chance of being published. All submissions may be edited for length, accuracy and clarity. Deadline: Noon Friday E-mail: hilltoppress@communitypress.c om Fax: 923-1806 U.S. mail: See box below Letters, columns and articles submitted to The Hilltop Press may be published or distributed in print, electronic or other forms. versations during Forest Park council meetings? Probably not. Then why do they treat the great musicians of the Cincinnati Pops and the world-renowned conductor, Erich Kunzel, like background music at a wedding reception? The answer is the admission is free and who cares if you act disrespectful when it costs you nothing. So here’s a suggestion so that talkers can yak away to their heart’s content during the Concert on the Green while the rest of us listen quietly, enjoying the Pops: Set aside a “talking area,” similar to a smoking area. The perfect location for such a “talking area” would be in front of the gigantic loud speakers, next to the aisle, facing the blinding setting sun. Hey, Concert on the Green

fans, show a little respect this year and zip it when the music is playing. Jack Naylor Nohunta Court Springfield Township

Take me out to the Metro

For several decades, the Cincinnati community has rallied around a great hometown tradition – the Metro Softball City Championships. On behalf of the Amateur Softball Association and Rumpke Park, I invite you and your family to join us during our two week celebration of the city’s best softball action from July 30 to Aug. 12. The Metro is not your average beer-league tournament. The players and coaches prepare all year for the opportunity to be crowned city champs. The competitive passion on the playing field provides an exciting experience for the fans and helps make the Metro one of the largest amateur softball tournaments in the nation. The Metro offers something for the entire family at an affordable rate. It’s easy to make an evening of it. Gather with friends on the sun deck, cool off with an ice cold beverage, let the kids enjoy the playground area and take in a couple of games. Nestled among the farm fields of Crosby Township, Rumpke Park is minutes from I-74 on OH128. Come join us as we celebrate the Metro. You won’t be disappointed. Dan Saylor Rumpke Park Executive Director State Route 128 Harrison

Vote no on Winton Woods levy As a concerned citizen, taxpayer, and parent of school-aged children, I’m writing about the numerous articles that have appeared during the last few months in the Hilltop Press about the financial situation facing the Winton Woods City School District and specifically about the administration’s decision to once again run an additional 7.95 mills operating levy on the ballot for the election on Tuesday, Aug. 4. This is the third attempt to pass an operating levy that was defeated by voters in November 2008 and again in May 2009, which would have generated $4.25 million per year for the schools but would have cost an additional $235 per year to the homeowners of a $100,000 home. Superintendent (Camille) Nasbe was quoted in the Hilltop Press on Nov. 19, 2008, as saying, “If something doesn’t pass in 2009, I’ll have to make more (budget) cuts” and was quoted again on June 24, 2009: “The cuts will be drastic … We will cut $1 million from the budget.” If the district is threatening to make $1 million in cuts to the

budget, why is it asking for $4.25 million now? What purpose is the extra $3.25 million going to be used for? Also, knowing that a fiscal Kevin R. crisis is looming Josche in the district, Community why has SuperNasbe Press guest intendent been talking for columnist so long about making these budget cuts and not taking further immediate action to curb the district’s spending? It seems dishonest and manipulative to threaten cutting additional busing, extracurricular activities, and staff but not actually doing anything to keep the district from financially veering off a cliff. If these areas are considered to be “extras” and can actually be cut from the budget without impacting the quality of student learning, why did the administration not cut these items from the budget immediately and before coming to the voters with the first

levy issue in 2008? At this point, I’m asking the administration to act now and cut the budget, as if there were no additional 7.95-mill operating levy. After a full fiscal year has passed, make a full and complete assessment of the district’s finances. Then, come back to the community and taxpayers with actual facts on why additional financial support is either needed or not needed. In fairness, the district has been forced to cut approximately $5 million from its budget since 2006. However, perhaps there would not even be a need for this levy now, if more fiscal restraint had been exercised immediately by the administration earlier in 2008. Let’s send a message that we want more fiscal responsibility and less talk from the administration. With that in mind, I’m asking all taxpayers to mark their calendars and get to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 4, to vote no on the Winton Woods City Schools operating levy. Kevin R. Josche is a resident of Springfield Township.

OFFICIALS Here is a list of addresses for your public officials:

Ohio Senate

• 8th District – Bill Seitz (R). In Cincinnati, call 357-9332, In Columbus, write to: Senate Building, Room No. 143, First Floor, Columbus, Ohio. 43215; or call 614-466-8068; e-mail: SD08@senate.state.oh.us. • 9th District – Eric Kearney (D). In

Columbus, write to Senate Building, Room 057, Ground Floor, Columbus, Ohio, 43215 or call 614466-5980; e-mail Senatorkearney@maild.sen.state.oh.us.

Ohio House of Representatives

• 28th District – Connie Pillich (D), In Columbus, write 77 S. High St., 11th Floor, Columbus, OH., 43215-6111 or call 614-466-8120;

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Think safety when mowing your lawn One of the sure signs that summer is finally here is the sound of the lawn mowers and the smell of freshly cut grass. Unfortunately, that great experience can quickly turn to disaster if proper caution is not used when operating your lawn mower. Many of the most severe injuries caused by lawnmowers involve children, either as a young, inexperienced operator or as a young child who gets too close to one. These injuries are often very severe, and include lacerations, amputations and even death. It is important to review what everyone needs to know about safely using these very powerful and potentially deadly machines. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that a child be at least 12 years old before operating a walking lawn mower, and at least 16 years old before they operate a riding lawn mower. It must be emphasized to the young, learning operator that a lawn mower is a very dangerous piece of equipment, and not a toy. They must read the operator’s manual and fully understand how the machine works before starting to use it. They should know how accidents can happen while mowing and how to prevent them. The operator should have sturdy shoes and wear hearing and eye protection. The area should be inspected for stones, sticks and other debris that the machine could accidentally throw. Special care should be taken around inclined lawns, watching for situations that could result in either loss of control or a rollover. Lawn mowers should never be used on steep inclines. The lawn mower should be equipped with the most up to date safety features. These “dead man” features and will stop the blade when the operator gets off the

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Eckert Woods, by Schneller Homes, is in Monfort Heights.

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Schneller Homes opens newest subdivision By Katie Hull khull@communitypress.com

Schneller Homes has recently opened a new 40lot subdivision called Eckert Woods at in Green Township. Since Schneller Homes started in 1985 they have built many homes in developments in the White Oak and Monfort Heights area including Lakeshore Landing, Jamestowne Bay, Rosewood and Ashbrook Estates. Each home in the new subdivision is built on a half-acre or more lot and there are 17 lots still remaining, said Lee Schneller, president of Schneller Homes. It is an upscale community with street lighting, sidewalks and all of the utilities, said Schneller. The houses include a variety of building styles like ranches, two stories, and one-and-a-half stories and range from $300,000

to $750,000, depending on the view, said David Dwyer of Hoeting Realtors, who recently began working with Schneller Homes. “It’s a great place to live and there’s so many common areas,” said Dwyer. “It’s just an all around great place to raise a family.” He said the variety of homes makes the subdivision appealing to families and empty nesters as well. The tranquil atmosphere makes Eckert Woods a good place for second-time home buyers and third time home buyers as well, said Dwyer. “It’s an upscale neighborhood, and you pretty much have your own piece of White Oak history.” Schneller Homes prides themselves on being sure to complete their job in a professional way at all times, said Schneller. “We always like to have the job correct the first time around without having to go back and do it again,” he said.

THINGS TO DO Jazz in the park

Rhythm and soul come alive during the eighth annual Smooth Jazz in the Park Festival 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, in Forest Park’s Central Park, at Winton and Kemper roads. Featured group The Lao Tizer Band will captivate audiences with contemporary jazz keyboardist Lao Tizer. The performance includes international violin virtuoso Karen Briggs. Also performing are The Young Jazz Messengers and The Jazz Patrol. There will also be a visual arts performance by artist Gilbert Young. Children can also enjoy the Kidz Art of Jazz activities; food and non-alcoholic refreshments will be available. Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed, but alcohol and pets are not permitted. For additional information, go to projectartreach.org.

Rummaging around

Two rummage sales will keep you hopping Saturday, Aug. 1.

The Winton Woods Music Boosters’ third annual rummage sale is 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Winton Woods High School. Proceeds benefit the Winton Woods City School District’s music programs. Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church is also sponsoring a community yard sale Saturday and is looking for people interested in renting a space to sell items. The Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church Annual Community Yard Sale will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 11565 Pippin Road. Leave a message with regards to the yard sale, your name and phone number and your call will be returned.

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Margaret Berning Wais, of North College Hill, a Voices of Giving Award winner, Robin Bayowski, St. Rita School development director, right, and Gregory Ernst, St. Rita executive director

Margaret Wais honored for gift to St. Rita School Margaret Berning Wais was honored recently by the Greater Cincinnati Planned Giving Council for her selfless generosity and foresight that will benefit St. Rita School for the Deaf for generations to come. The Evendale-based nonprofit nominated the Wais for the GCPGC Voices of Giving Award. Because both of her grandfathers, Joseph Berning and Peter Bergman, were involved with school since its inception in 1915, Wais does not remember a time when St. Rita was not part of her life. Her fondest childhood memory is

Now, when we say the word “deadhead,” what do you think of? Truck drivers think about a return trip without any cargo. And you Grateful Dead fans may think about yourself – Deadheads. But in the garden, deadheading has a totally different meaning. Deadheading is the art of removing spent flowers from a plant in order to achieve a few different things. The main idea behind deadheading is to stimulate more flowers. By pinching off the old flowers, it helps to stimulate new growth and more flowers. Some plants need a simple removal of the spent flower, where others may need removal of the spent flower as well as the stalk on which it’s growing. This process is used on both annuals and perennials (and woody plants as well). Deadheading is similar to a pinching or pruning process that helps keep

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to giving millions, but more importantly they committed to leaving their legacy. Presenting sponsor for the GCPGC Voices of Giving Awards was the Josephine Schell Russell Charitable Trust, PNC Bank, Trustee. The event was hosted by CET. The Greater Cincinnati Planned Giving Council is a professional association of individuals whose life work is to helping to ensure the viability of charitable organizations. For information about planned gifts, the public is invited to visit www.gcpgc.org or call 554-3071.

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following along on the shirttails of her father on the grounds of St. Rita. The term “it takes a village to raise a child” could have been coined by her family as it has truly taken a village, the Cincinnati community and four generations of her family to raise St. Rita School for the Deaf. Wais’ decision to include St. Rita School for the Deaf in her charitable trust is a lasting tribute to her legacy. In total, GCPGC gave 20 Voices of Giving Awards to honorees whose gifts are helping to ensure diverse causes will be viable for the future. Collectively they have committed

Ron Wilson In the garden

plants more compact, rather than getting long and lanky. By removing the spent flowers and a bit of the stem below the flower, you’re encouraging a fuller plant. And of course, with more new growth, in turn, you’ll have more

new flowers. Deadheading also helps to eliminate the plants’ trying to go to seed, which can take a lot out of the plant. Instead of producing seed heads, the energy can be sent to the plant and its foliage, and in many cases the plants will continue to re-bloom. If you have coreopsis, a light shearing will help stimulate these plants to keep flowering all summer long, as well as keeping them nice and compact. Deadheading is also a way to help

stimulate a second flowering period from plants that may typically flower only once. Summer flowering spirea is a good example. Once they’re finished flowering, lightly shear off those spent flowers, and within a few weeks, a second flush of new growth will appear, along with a second period of flowering. As with some perennials and woody plants, even if deadheading doesn’t help stimulate more flowers, it definitely helps to keep your plants looking a lot nicer for the summer season. So, if you haven’t been a deadheader this summer, it’s never too late to get started. Your flowering plants will be glad you did! Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores and is the garden expert for 55KRC-AM and Local 12. You can reach him at columns@communitypress.com

Hilltop Press

July 29, 2009

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, J U L Y 3 0

DANCE CLASSES

Royal Rounds - Advanced Workshop, 1 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 21 Cromwell Road. Workshop of higher level round dance movements for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Greenhills.

FARMERS MARKET

Farm Market of College Hill, 3-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church, 5742 Hamilton Ave., parking Lot. Local produce and homeproduced food. Presented by College Hill Gardeners. 542-0007. College Hill.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Everybody’s Backyard Picnic Concert, 68:30 p.m., McEvoy Park, 6425 Daly Road. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Park Board. 352-4080. College Hill.

NATURE

Scatology: The Scoop on Poop, 1 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Winton Centre. Learn how animals give clues to the mystery of their lives. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Ohio state fishing license required. Free fishing, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Wet play area with 18 animal figures that squirt and spray water onto play surface area. $2 ages 2-12; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township. F R I D A Y, J U L Y 3 1

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Diamond Squares, 8 p.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Plus level Western square and round dance club for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Springfield Township.

COMMUNITY DANCE

Concert and Dancing, 11 a.m., Uptown Farmers Market, 8078 Colerain Ave., gazebo. With belly dancers. Audience participation segment included. Free. 238-6616. Colerain Township.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Concert on the Green, 7:30 p.m., Union Central Insurance and Investments, 1876 Waycross Road. Lawn. Featuring Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. Pre-concert entertainment with Matthew Brian Taylor, magician 5:30 p.m. Bring seating or picnics. All ages. Food and drink available for purchase. Free. 5955200. Forest Park.

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. S A T U R D A Y, A U G . 1

BENEFITS

Project ArtReach Cornhole Tournament, 25 p.m., Central Park, Winton and Waycross roads. Two person teams, double elimination. Cash prizes. No professionals: ACO, ACA, NCA, OH, KY or IN PROS. Benefits Project ArtReach. $30, $20 by July 29. Registration required. 522-0200. Forest Park.

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MUSIC - JAZZ

As Time Goes By: The Winton Road Story, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Winton Centre. Take a journey back to the settling of Ohio. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

Ms. Dimples and the VP Band, 5-10 p.m., Shakers Entertainment Complex, 5900 Hamilton Ave. $5. 542-6047. College Hill. Sunday Jazz Brunch, Noon, Cincinnati Grill, 4 Endicott St., George Simon, April Alosio and Phil Bodner. Music plays 3-7 p.m. Brunch, $9.95-$16.99; jazz only $5 or two drink minimum. Reservations recommended. 7421900. Greenhills.

FESTIVALS

NATURE

EDUCATION

Smooth Jazz in the Park Festival, 6-11 p.m., Central Park, Winton and Waycross roads. Kidz Art of Jazz 6-8 p.m. Music by The Lao Tizer Band featuring international violinist Karen Briggs and contemporary jazz guitarist, composer, producer and 2008 Emmy-winner Chieli Minucci. Visual arts performance by artist Gilbert Young. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnic. Concessions available. All ages. No grilling, alcohol or pets. Free. 522-0200. Forest Park.

Eight-Legged Wonders, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Winton Centre. Search for spiders and look into their habitat, plus games and a spider “interview.” Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Winton Woods. PROVIDED. SEND PHOTOS TO: MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM.

The Lao Tizer Band, featuring international violinist Karen Briggs and contemporary jazz guitarist, composer, producer and 2008 Emmy winner Chieli Minucci, will headline at the Smooth Jazz in the Park Festival. The free music festival is 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Central Park, Winton and Waycross roads. For more information, call 522-0200. Pictured from left are Chieli Minucci, Karen Briggs and Lao Tizer.

MUSIC - BLUES

Saturday Nite Blues, 6:30-10 p.m., Pit To Plate BBQ, 8021 Hamilton Ave. 931-9100. Mount Healthy.

SUMMER CAMP SPORTS

NATURE

Prairie Hike, 10 a.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Begins at Winton Centre. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Cincy A2, 8 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave. Advanced level square dance club for experienced dancers. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 9292427. Mount Healthy. Ramblin’ Roses, 8 p.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Plus level square dance club for experienced dancers. $5. 929-2427. Springfield Township.

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PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Caregivers Support Group, 4-5:30 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. For those who care for or supervise the frail, elderly or disabled. Baby-sitting with advance notice. Free. 931-5777. Finneytown. M O N D A Y, A U G . 3

PUBLIC HOURS RECREATION

Kayak Quick Start Program, Noon-3 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Adventure Outpost. Lessons on basics in technique and maneuverability. All equipment provided. Program required for Little Miami River Kayak Trips. $25, $20 ages 6-18. Registration required, available online. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

SHOPPING SPECIAL EVENTS

Community Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church, 11565 Pippin Road. Call 821-7567 or 825-4544 if interested in reserving a space. 825-4544. Colerain Township. Music Boosters Rummage Sale, 8 a.m.noon, Winton Woods High School, 1231 W. Kemper Road. Benefits the district’s music programs. 729-0420. Springfield Township.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Support Group for Parents, 1-2:30 p.m., Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center, 5642 Hamilton Ave. Education and support in dealing with children having emotional disorders or neurobiological brain disorder/mental illness. Grandparents/caregivers welcome. Free. Presented by National Alliance on Mental Illness of Hamilton County. 351-3500. College Hill.

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township.

SUMMER CAMP MISCELLANEOUS

Agape Children’s Center School-Age Summer Camp, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Dayspring Church of God, 1060 Smiley Ave. Daily through Aug. 7. Includes field trips, transportation, fun learning activities and meals. Ages 10 and under. $155 per week. Registration required. 674-2323. Forest Park. Agape Children’s Center Pre-School Summer Camp, 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Dayspring Church of God, 1060 Smiley Ave. Daily through Aug. 7. Includes field trips, transportation, fun learning activities and meals. Ages 5 and under. $155 per week. 6742323. Forest Park.

SUMMER CAMP RELIGIOUS/VBS

Studio Go, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m., New Burlington Church of Christ, 1989 Struble Road. Nightly through Aug. 7. Age 3-grade 5. Free. Online registration available. 825-0232. New Burlington. Vacation Bible School, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Church of Greenhills, 17 Farragut Road. Continues through Aug. 7. Theme is “Crocodile Rock.” For children ages 3-11. Free. 825-8626, ext. 321. Greenhills.

Powel Crosley YMCA Sports Camp: Water Mania, 9 a.m.-noon, YMCA – Powel Crosley Jr. Branch, 9601 Winton Road. Daily through Aug. 7. Ages 6-12. $102, $70 members. Registration required. 521-7112. Springfield Township.

SUMMER CAMP YMCA

Powel Crosley Summer Day Camp: Blast from the Past, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., YMCA – Powel Crosley Jr. Branch, 9601 Winton Road. Daily through Aug. 7. Traditional camp activities. Ages 6-12. Pre and post camp care available. $164, $125 members. Registration required. 521-7112. Springfield Township. Powel Crosley YMCA Teen Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., YMCA – Powel Crosley Jr. Branch, 9601 Winton Road. Daily through Aug. 7. Traditional camp activities. Ages 12-14. $165, $125 members. Registration required. 521-7112. Springfield Township. Powel Crosley YMCA Preschool Camp: Happily Ever After, 9 a.m.-noon, YMCA – Powel Crosley Jr. Branch, 9601 Winton Road. Daily through Aug. 7. Ages 3-5. $102, $75 members. Registration required. 5217112. Springfield Township.

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HEALTH / WELLNESS

Humana Healthy Kids Zone, 1 p.m., College Hill Branch Library, 1400 W. North Bend Road. Learn about health, nutrition and fitness. Includes visits with the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Discover Health! mobile health program, yoga programs for kids, African dance lessons and more. Includes snacks. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. College Hill.

PUBLIC HOURS

Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Grief Support Group, 7-9 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. For those who have suffered a loss. Child care available with advance notice. Free. Registration recommended. 931-5777. Finneytown. W E D N E S D A Y, A U G . 5

DANCE CLASSES SUPPORT GROUPS

Job Search Group, 1:30-3 p.m., Northminster Presbyterian Church, 703 Compton Road. Free. Jane Steinmetz, Splendid Work, presents “Piloting Your Job Search and Landing Safely.” Registration recommended. Presented by Family Life Center. 931-5777. Finneytown. T U E S D A Y, A U G . 4

CIVIC

Council Meetings, 7 p.m., Greenhills Municipal Building, 11000 Winton Road. Presented by Village of Greenhills. 825-2100. Greenhills.

Choreographed Ballroom Dancing, 7 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Introduce yourself to waltz, two-step, cha cha and more. Smooth soled shoes required. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Springfield Township.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Greenhills Concert on the Commons, 7-9 p.m., Greenhills Village Commons, Winton and Farragut roads. Dangerous Jim and the Slims. With Funny Companie Clowns face painting and Greenhills Car Show. Rain date for car show is Aug. 19. Presented by village of Greenhills. 851-2856. Greenhills.

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.9 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township. Parky’s Ark Wet Playground, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Winton Woods, 521-7275. Springfield Township.

SUMMER CAMP MISCELLANEOUS

Ultimate Challenge Camp, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Daily through Aug. 7. Outdoor recreation including low ropes course, wall climbing, canoeing, archery, driving range, nature exploration. Includes T-shirt and Frisbee. Bring lunch. Ages 10-14. $90. Registration required. 521-7275. Springfield Township. T H U R S D A Y, A U G . 6

DANCE CLASSES

Royal Rounds - Advanced Workshop, 1 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 929-2427. Greenhills.

FARMERS MARKET

Farm Market of College Hill, 3-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church, 542-0007. College Hill.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Military Band Community Concert, 7-9 p.m., The Grove, 9150 Winton Road. Music by the Military Band. Bring seating. Concessions available. Free. Presented by Springfield Township. 522-1410. Finneytown.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Continentals Round Dance Club, 7 p.m., North College Hill United Methodist Church, 1930 W. Galbraith Road. Phase III-V round dance club for experienced dancers. Ballroom figures: waltz, two-step, cha cha, rumba, tango and bolero. $5. 929-2427. North College Hill. Lexington Heights Civic Association Meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Stephen Episcopal Church, 9191 Daly Road. Free. 9317462. Mount Healthy. Wormburners, 8-10 a.m., The Mill Course, 1515 W. Sharon Road. Senior men golfers, ages 55 and up. Golf and picnics. New members welcome. $25. 923-3808. Springfield Township.

DANCE CLASSES

PROVIDED

The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company puts on the comedy about a man who really likes the thought of getting married in “Engaged.” It is July 30-Aug. 2 and Aug. 6-9, at the company, 719 Race St., downtown. Tickets are $20-$26. Call 513-3812273 or visit www.cincyshakes.com.

Progressive Square Dance Class, 7:30 p.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Casual dress. Smooth-soled shoes required. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. Springfield Township. Beginner Continentals Round Dance Club, 6:30 p.m., North College Hill United Methodist Church, 1930 W. Galbraith Road. Beginner lessons in waltz, two-step, cha cha and more. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. North College Hill.

PROVIDED

Macy’s Music Festival Cincinnati will be held at Paul Brown Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1. Fantasia, pictured, Anita Baker, John Legend, Robin Thicke and more are scheduled to perform. For tickets, visit www.macysmusicfestival.com.

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Summertime and the living is … ? I wouldn’t be surprised if Psalm 23 was written in summertime. You know how it goes, “He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he refreshes my soul.” Summer invites tranquility, feeling at one with nature, choosing some positive and relaxing times in our lives. Here are some of the lessons of summer. Slow down: “There is more to life than increasing its speed,” said Gandhi. Most of us moderns feel obsessively driven. We stay on the treadmill all year long. We fear the silence of solitude or experience a certain personal guilt if our list of expectations isn’t accomplished immediately. Contemplative monk Thomas Merton considered excessive busyness a way of doing violence

to ourselves, “There is a pervasive form of contemporary violence … and that is activism and overwork. The rush and pressure of modern life are a form, perhaps the most common form, of its innate violence. To allow oneself to be carried away by a multitude of conflicting concerns, to surrender to too many demands, to want to help everyone in everything, is to succumb to violence. It destroys our own inner capacity for peace.” Summertime is freneticisms antidote. It’s the time for which hammocks and lawn chairs were made, bicycles, tree-lined walking paths, picnic baskets and the song lyrics “slow down, you move too fast, you gotta make the morning last.” Notice: St. Benedict, the monk who founded the Benedictine

Order, had a novel approach to help his novices live in the present moment – which is the only place we really live. During their novitiate he asked them to temporarily take a special vow – Fidelity To The Present Moment. It meant a deliberate, concentrated giving of attention to what is immediately before you. “Age quod agis,” in Latin, “Do what you are doing.” He wanted them to notice and feel even the mundane. If washing dishes, notice the look and feel of the swirling soapy water, the sound, the smoothness, the comforting circular motion of their hand. This vow of attention required them to let go of the tendency of trying to do multiple things at once (no praise for multitaskers),

of acting thoughtlessly, or to live in the past and worry over the future. The present moment has a fullness all its own. Take off your shoes: Literally and figuratively summer says “Take off your shoes and walk in the grass, feel the earth on which you live, take a deep breath. Life’s too short for tight shoes. Loosen up and stop frowning. Touch the earth, the trees and flowers. At least for awhile resign as General Manager of The Universe.” Many burdens we carry are not even ours to carry. Summertime says “Take that load off your shoulders and let me refresh you.” Enjoy: That’s what the table server says as he or she places our food before us, “Enjoy!” We like the invitation. God says the same thing as he spreads before us the

Make sure debt is yours before you pay it During these tough economic times many people are faced with unpaid debts. In addition to bills you truly owe, you may also be hit with collection letters from companies who just hope you’ll pay. Some of these are socalled Zombie debts, those more than seven years old that have been sold to debt collection companies. Such bills often don’t belong to you, but are sent anyway because so many years have gone by and people have moved. Nancy Beasley of Sharonville got such a bill for a debt dating back to 1994. “I went to the Web site of the bill collection company and there’s no Web site listed. All I found were links to complaints,” she said. This bill collector wanted Beasley to pay more than $2,000, for a bill belonging to a company of which she never heard. “So I called the company

and told them and they said t h e y w o u l d erase the debt. I just w a n t peoHoward Ain other ple to be Hey Howard! aware of these letters coming out,” Beasley said. Clara E. Martin of Anderson Township also got a collection letter for a debt that’s four years old. It was for an unpaid parking lot fee. But, upon close examination she found the license number for the car listed never belonged to her.

“If they had the correct license number then I would say, ‘Well, this could possibly be something legitimate.’ But it’s not,” she said. Although she wrote the bill collector and disputed the bill, it didn’t seem to make any difference. “Just recently I received another letter from them. This letter is not different than the first one, so this is not in response to what I wrote,” Martin said. So I told Martin to send another letter to the bill collector saying she doesn’t owe the debt – and send the letter by registered mail so they have to sign for it. That way you have proof they

received it. She did that and has not heard from them again. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you need to send such a letter to protect your rights. If you feel the debt is not yours, tell the bill collector in writing to provide proof it belongs to you. Do not admit the debt is yours unless you are sure. Troubleshooter Howard Ain answers consumer complaints and questions weekdays at 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts on WKRC-TV Local 12. You can write to him at Hey Howard, 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.

smorgasbord of life that Genesis says he found so good. One of my favorite prayers in a Sunday Mass says: “Lord, open Father Lou our eyes to see Guntzelman your hand at work in the Perspectives splendor of creation and in the beauty of human life. Touched by your hand, our world is holy. Help us to cherish the gifts that surround us, to share your blessings with our brothers and sisters, and to experience the joy of life in your presence.” To which I say a great, “Amen!” Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

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Winton Woods offering fall riding lessons Saddle up for fall riding lessons at the Winton Woods Riding Center. The 2009 fall session runs 11 weeks from Aug. 31 through Nov. 15 and offers group, private and semi-private lessons. Registration will begin on Monday, Aug. 3, online, over the phone and in person. Lessons are for beginner through advanced riders in both English and Western disciplines. Students ride one day per week, at a set day and time, for the entire session. Release forms can be downloaded at GreatParks.org and must be turned in prior to first riding lesson. Riding boots and long pants are required for all lessons. The Winton Woods Riding Center is at 10073 Daly Road. For information or to register for private or semiprivate lessons, please contact the Riding Center at 931-3057 or e-mail wwrc@ greatparks.org.

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Prizes: There will be one (1) First Place Winner, one (1) Randomly Selected Winner and one (1) Runner-Up Winner. First Place Winner and Randomly Selected Winner will each receive a $500.00 Kroger gift card, a Gold Level Cincinnati Zoo family membership for the 2010 season and a $100 Portrait Innovations gift card. Runner-Up Winner will receive a $500 Kroger gift card. Rules: All photographs must be of a baby or infant born on or after July 26, 2006. Baby’s name, Parent’s name and phone number should be written on the back of the photo. You must be the parent or legal guardian of the baby in the photograph in order to enter the contest. Professional photographs are allowed, with faxed copyright release from the photographer. We reserve the right to refuse a photograph submission that the staff deﬁnes as unacceptable or inappropriate.

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Mail to: The Enquirer 2009 Baby Idol, 312 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202. Photo deadline: 8/17/2009 NO PURCHASE OR DONATION REQUIRED TO ENTER. ALL FEDERAL, STATE, LOCAL AND MUNICIPAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS APPLY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. The Enquirer Lend-A-Hand Baby Idol 2009 Contest is open to Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky residents who are 18 years or older and a parent or legal guardian of a child at the time of entry. Employees of The Enquirer Lend-A-Hand, The Cincinnati Enquirer, Gannett Co., Inc., and each of their respective affiliated companies, and advertising and promotional agencies, and the immediate family members of, and any persons domiciled with, any such employees, are not eligible to enter or to win. Contest begins at 12:01 a.m. (EST) 8/30/09 and ends at 11:59 p.m. (EST) 10/5/09. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. (EST) 7/26/09 and ending at 11:59 p.m. (EST) 8/17/09, Enter by submitting a photo of your baby and a completed entry form. Entries must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian, 18 years or older. Children must have been born on or after 07/26/06 and Sponsor reserves the right to verify proof of age. Entries with incomplete or incorrect information will not be accepted. Only one (1) entry per child. Multiple births can be submitted as 1 entry with 1 photo. Enter online at MomsLikeMe.com/cincycontests. Enter by mail or in-person: complete an Official Entry Form available in The Cincinnati Enquirer, The Kentucky Enquirer, The Community Press and Recorders in Ohio & KY and at The Enquirer Customer Service Center, 312 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. (EST) 8/17/09. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries and votes received. 1 First Place Winner will receive a $500.00 Kroger gift card, a Cincinnati Zoo Gold Level family membership for the 2010 season (ARV:$164.00), and a $100 Portrait Innovations gift card. 1 Randomly Selected Winner will receive a $500.00 Kroger, a Cincinnati Zoo Gold Level family membership for the 2010 season (ARV:$164.00), and a $100 Portrait Innovations gift card. 1 Runner Up Winner will receive a $500 Kroger gift card. Winners will be notified by telephone or email on or about 10/7/09. Participants agree to be bound by the complete Official Rules and Sponsor’s decisions. For a copy of the prize winners list (available after 10/11/09) and/or the complete Official Rules send a SASE to Baby Idol 2009 c/o The Enquirer, 312 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 or contact Kristin Garrison at 513.768.8135 or at kgarrison@enquirer.com.

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Two unusual zucchini: Lebanese and Italian round. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a good 3 cups or so 1 nice onion, chopped â&#x20AC;&#x201C; about 11â &#x201E;2 cups 2-3 teaspoons garlic or bit more to taste 28 oz. diced tomatoes with juice 3 cups mozzarella Parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste

1 pound cream cheese, softened 16 oz. Catalina salad dressing Garlic salt to taste

Topping: 1 cup bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese mixed Butter or substitute Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

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Mix with mixer until smooth and creamy, but thick consistency. Use vegetables, crackers, chips or pretzels for dipping.

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I made this for the grandkids and they (and the adults) loved it. 2 cups whole wheat or regular pastina (or any short pasta) Olive oil 2 chicken breasts, cut up

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Put in sprayed casserole. Sprinkle crumb mixture on top, dot with small bits of butter. Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

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Cook pasta until just tender, about five minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, film bottom of pan with olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for a couple of minutes. Add onions and garlic, stirring to combine, and cook until onions are soft and chicken is cooked, about five minutes. Put into bowl with pasta. Add tomatoes, mozzarella, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

*Water vs. Juice for kids in sports: For Bill, a Northeast Suburban Life reader, whose kids are playing sports. Hydration is paramount. If an activity lasts less than one hour, water is fine. If it lasts 60 to 90 minutes or longer, a 6 to 8 percent carbohydrate sports drink or diluted fruit juice (to dilute juice from concentrate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and try to use 100 percent juice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; use at least twice the water recommended) is good. * Information from â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Official Snack Guide for Beleaguered Sports Parentsâ&#x20AC;? which yours truly, along with three talented colleagues, wrote!

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Boccone Dolce for Jean Jimmy Gherardiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not so Hidden Valley Ranch dressing Tinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blueberry Buckle Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchenâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

Library selling books, more from warehouse More than 80,000 used books, CDs, DVDs, sets, and more will be available to the public as The Friends of the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County hosts its Summer Warehouse Sale from Aug.t 13-16, 8456 Vine Street, in Hartwell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer hardback and paperback fiction in every

genre: general fiction, mystery, horror, romance, science fiction and westerns,â&#x20AC;? said Anne Keller, Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; executive director. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our non-fiction collection covers a wide array of topics, such as art, biography, business, cooking, educational material, health and fitness, home improve-

ment, military history, and travel, just to name a few. We offer an extensive collection of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books also.â&#x20AC;? Children books are divided into several sections, include classics, contemporary, award winners, and more, priced from 50 cents. Another popular area

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with a good selection is records. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Record collectors will love our collection of mostly classical music,â&#x20AC;? said Keller â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of our records are priced at $1 apiece.â&#x20AC;? There is also a good selection of movies on DVD and VHS, CDs, and recorded books. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shop for books by your favorite authors or in your areas of interest,â&#x20AC;? she consaid. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Feel free to come by to just to browse. This is an opportunity to shop the entire inventory of books and other items we store at our warehouse for use in our annual book sales. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sure you will find something which will appeal to you.â&#x20AC;? A Preview Sale for Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; members will be on Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Non-members can purchase a membership at the door beginning at $20 a year. Summer Warehouse sale hours are: â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Friday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Saturday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Sunday, Aug. 16, Noon-5 p.m. For more information contact the warehouse at 369-6035, e-mail friendsofplch1@fuse.net, or visit http://friends.cincinnati library.org/.

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Batter up

The sign fro Kolping Park on Mill Road was last week’s Scavenger Hunt clue. Here’s who called in a correct guess: Carol Birch, Lisa, Tommy Jr. and Tommy Logan Sr., Levonn Centrullo, Beth Wisdom, B a r b K o l b , N a n cy R e u s c h , J u l i e S c h m e t z e r, R o n n i e S t e i n e r, J o e B o b i n g e r, B a r b A s h f o r d , To m Morrison, Debbie Masters, Bob and Marty Nuhn, the Karle fa m i l y, Dale Sunderhaus, Shirley Haus, Sue and Jim Garner, Gar y Garner, Julie Dunn, Nancy, To n y, Louie and Lucky Poll, and La wrence Brzezinski. Turn to A1 for this week’s clue.

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BRIEFLY No night out

National Night Out, a longstanding tradition in Forest Park, has been canceled this year due to the cost. Forest Park Fire Chief Trish Brooks said the event brought in donations, but the expense of the event made it too difficult for the city to host. “National Night Out is not happening, mainly because of the cost,” she said.

Music rummage

Winton Woods Music Boosters will have its third annual rummage sale 8 a.m.noon Saturday, Aug. 1, at the high school. If you have items to donate, would like to rent a table or space, or can assist with the sale please contact Debbie Day at 729-0420. All proceeds benefit the music programs through out the district. Be ready to stay to hear the Winton Woods High School Marching Band perform their band show at 1 p.m.

Strike up the Band

The Springfield Township Senior and Community Center will be the site of a free family concert from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, featuring the Ohio Military Band. The concert will be on the

back deck of the senior/community center, 9158 Winton Road, with seating available in the picnic grove between the center and The Grove Banquet Hall. The Ohio Military Band is the oldest community band in the Cincinnati with roots tracing back to 1854. Concessions will be available for purchase. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. In the event of rain, the concert will take place inside The Grove Banquet Hall.

Cool it

The North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave., is available as a cooling center for area residents during heat emergencies. A heat emergency is declared when there are four straight days of 95-degree plus temperatures. The center’s hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday may be extended as needed. For more information call the center at 521-3462.

Meeting rescheduled

The regular meeting of the Finneytown Local School District Board of Education has been moved to Thursday, July 30. The open forum begins at

100 QUESTIONS!

7 p.m. with the regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. Board members were to have a special meeting tonight, Wednesday, July 29, at 5 p.m. to discuss the district’s financial position and input from the Blue Ribbon Finance Committee. Meetings are in the Finneytown High School media center, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace.

ect in Springfield Township. The installation of 1,700 feet of new 8-inch sewer line eliminated the old Arrowood pump station, which no longer functioned efficiently. Managed by MSD, Smith and Brown began work in July 2008 and the project was completed last month. For more details about this project, call Tera Kuhlman at 771-9424.

Supplies needed

Ramp closure

St. Joseph Orphanage is in need of school supplies. Consider donating some of the following supplies: backpacks, blue and back pens, colored folder without metal, notebook paper, pencils, colored pencils, markers, notebooks, scissors, erasers, glue sticks, rulers, plain gym shorts, T-shirts, personal hygiene products, metal pencil sharpeners, book covers, art supplies, Velcro strips, sketch pads, paints, construction paper and big drawing paper. Either send of take the items to the orphanage, 5400 Edalbert Drive, or call 513741-3100 to make a cash or credit donation.

The ramp from eastbound Interstate 74 to southbound I275 will be closed from 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, to 6 a.m. Thursday, July 30. In addition, lane closures will be in place on northbound and southbound I-275.

Curious naturalists

Do you know a 7 to 12 year old who loves nature? For just $10, they can join the Hamilton County Park District’s Curious Naturalist Club where they can down-

load a variety of activities that encourage them to explore nature while earning prizes. Membership includes a free magnifying glass, access

to the CNC Web site and special programs for club members only. Visit www.GreatParks.org for information on how to join.

This Season’s Final Second Sunday Concert at Arlington Memorial Gardens

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BUSINESS UPDATE estate planning, trust and probate law. In 2007 and 2008, she was recognized by her peers as an Ohio Super Lawyer. She is a resident of Springfield Township. •

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Miska Spaulding has been promoted to director, communications and media, at dunnhumbyUSA. Ryan Barger has joined the company as a senior software developer. Spaulding will be respon-

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sible for leading and managing the development of all campaigns. She previously served as associate director. Barger will be responsible for developing proprietary software. He previously was senior software developer at redLantern. Both are residents of Springfield Township. • Clinical psychologist Babette P. Craig, Ph.D., has joined Legacy Psychological Services in North College Hill as an associate. In addition to private prac- Craig tice, Craig has over 20 years of clinical

experience helping veterans and their families at the Veterans Administration Medical Center. She also has worked at Cincinnati Children's Medical Center and the Summit Behavioral Health Center, formerly the Pauline Warfield Lewis Center. Craig provides individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy and marital/family therapy, treating people with mood disorders, trauma issues, substance abuse problems, family discord and crosscultural issues. More recently, she has expanded her practice to include work with athletes to enhance athletic performance and overcome performance anxiety among other sports related issues.

Awards

Dr. Naveed A. Fazlani has received recognition in the Heart/Stroke Recognition Program from the National Committee for Quality Assurance and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Fazlani, who practices with the Midwest Medical Group in Finneytown, was recognized for providing quality care to patients with cardiovascular disease or who have had a stroke. The Heart/Stroke Recognition Program was designed to improve the quality of care that patients with cardiovascular disease or who have had a stroke receive by recognizing physicians who deliver

quality cardiovascular and stroke care, and by motivating other physicians to document and improve their delivery of cardiovascular and stroke care. To receive recognition, which is valid for three years, Fazlani submitted data that demonstrates performance that meets the program’s key cardiovascular and stroke care measures. These measures include blood pressure and cholesterol control. When people with cardiovascular disease or who have had a stroke receive quality care as outlined by these measures, they are less likely to suffer additional complications, such as a second heart attack or stroke.

REUNIONS Princeton Class of 1999– will be having its 10-year reunion. Classmates will meet 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Sharon Woods. Contact info for the committee is as follows: Kelli Martin, 678-516-6460; Will Munn, 513227-4481; Anna Dickson, 917605-4579; Rhonda Bristol, 513602-2891.

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Amelia High School Class of 1984 – is having it’s 25th year reunion from noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 8, with a picnic at Sycamore Park in Batavia (www.parks.clermontcountyohio.gov/sycamore+pa rk+map+8x11.pdf). Admission is free. Classmates should bring their own lunch. Afterward, food and spirits are planned at Great Scotts (www.1greatscott.com) from 6 p.m. to close. Separate tabs are available. RSVP to Wini Foster at 866-433-7543, or e-mail whatif0103@yahoo.com.

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740 Madison Ave., Covington, Ky. Cost is $45 per person, and dinner will be served. Come out for an evening of catching up with old friends, dancing, eating, drinking and having fun. Amelia High School Class of 1989 – The 1989 senior class of Amelia High School is conducting its 20th class reunion Aug. 9 at Coney Island’s Moonlight Pavilion. If you are a member of the class or know of anyone who is, contact Connie Weisenborn-Heilman at Connie heilman@hotmail.com or at 513-752-7390. Clermont Northeastern High School Alumni – is planning a second alumni weekend for Aug. 14-16. Weekend activities include a Friday evening social hour, a Saturday evening dinner/dance at the Fastiques and Sunday picnics and gatherings for various classes. Cost for the dinner and dance, which starts at 6:30 p.m. is $25 per guest. The Class of 1959 is gathering at Lake Lorelei on Sunday, Aug. 16. Alumni are also asked to contact friends and family who are also alumni about the weekend. To sign up, e-mail cnegrads@aol.com, or Shirley Shipley at skship66@yahoo.com. Norwood High School Class of 1979 – Is conducting its 30-year reunion from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Aug. 15, at the Blue Ash Banquet Center. Contact Karen (Faulkner) Parker at 513-351-6616 or e-mail her at kparker@fuse.net. Clermont Northeastern High School – Alumni weekend is scheduled for the weekend of Aug. 14 and 15. Friday night, all the classes are invited to meet their friends at the following locations: 1958-1969: Quaker Steak and Lube, 59- Chamber Drive, Milford; 1970-1979: Putters, 5723 Signal Hill Court, Milford; 19801989: Greenies, 1148 Ohio 28, Milford; 1990-1999: Buffalo Harry’s, 1001 Lila Ave., Milford; 2000-2009, Buffalo Wild Wings, 175 River’s Edge Drive, Milford. Saturday night is a dinner dance, starting at 6:30 p.m. with a social hour at the Fastiques Building at the fairgrounds. Send name, telephone number, address, e-mail address and graduating class to: Clermont Northeastern Alumni Association, 5327 Hutchinson Road, Batavia, OH 45103. Cost is $25 per person. Deadline is July 31 for reservations.

Community

Winton Woods to offer horse show instruction

Health fair helps Llanfair’s neighbors Llanfair Retirement Community hosted July 13 a free health fair to residents and the surrounding community. The health fair was sponsored by the Synod of the Covenant Mobile Health Fair Program along with the Presbyterian Church USA. Free health screenings and education were provided on a variety of health topics. Participants were encouraged to visit each education station and participate in the various screenings that were offered. Sheena Parton, executive director for Llanfair, says, “The mobile health fair is a great program. It allows our residents and the greater College Hill community to receive great educational material and free health screenings.” Each participant left with a complimentary bag of hygiene products and educational information to take with them. The program offers the health fair each summer, at no cost, to churches, retirement communities, schools and other community organizations.

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July 29, 2009

The Winton Woods Riding Center is offering riders an opportunity to compete in United States Eventing Association Schooling Horse Shows. The last show of the season on Saturday, Aug. 29, challenges riders in the disciplines of dressage, stadium jumping and cross country jumping. Two divisions will be offered at each event, including the starter division (with a 2-foot maximum height for stadium and cross country jumping) and the beginner novice division (with a 2-foot 7inch maximum height on stadium and cross country jumping.) USEA membership is not required to enter the shows, but pre-registration, waivers and proof of negative Coggins are required. Entry fees are $85 per division. Registrations are now PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM

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being accepted for the August show from through Aug. 15. Registration is being accepted online at GreatParks.org prior to the registration deadline. Ride times will be posted on the Web site the Wednesday before each show. The USEA Schooling Shows are open to riders of various skill levels and to spectators at no charge. Food and beverages will be available along with ample parking. The Winton Woods Riding Center is at 10073 Daly Road in Springfield Township. For more information, go to GreatParks.org or call the Winton Woods Riding Center at 931-3057.

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July 29, 2009

Community

Disabled fishermen reel in weekend of fun By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com

Bill Reichert has cast his line with a unique organization that has reeled him in

as president of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of Fishing has No Boundaries.

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Ellen Schauer shows off a fish she caught at Lake Cowan. annual weekend of fishing on Cowan Lake near Wilmington for those with disabilities. It doesn’t matter what the disability is, the group only asks for the participant to bring a companion. “We want to share the outdoors with them, and get them outside,” Reichert said. “Enjoy the outdoors through fishing. “If they can’t fish, we help them or just get them out for a boat ride.” Volunteer Rick Blanchard, who lives in West Chester Township, was hooked after a neighbor noticed his boat and asked if he wanted to become involved. He handles the equipment and bait, piling upwards of 100 fishing poles in his driveway before the annual weekend. “A day at the lake,” he said. “You can’t go wrong. “Just to get outside at the park puts a smile on their faces,” Blanchard said. “It’s rewarding to see these people enjoy themselves. “And when you hear

them catch a fish, everybody turns to see the excitement,” he said. The May 30-May 31 outing brought 96 to fish on Saturday and 79 on Sunday. Ten people participated both days. Boat owners lend their water craft, and captain the boats. Some are rented from the marina at the lake. Equipment comes from donations. Reichert said he has a database of 100 volunteers, who take on duties such as driving the boats, registration, serving food and helping with bait and tackle. A comfort tent is available as a medical headquarters. Springfield Township Fire Chief Rob Leininger is on site, along with emergency medical personnel and a life squad. All boats are equipped with two-way radios. “It gives me a purpose in life,” Reichert said. “This is my job in retirement, even though it’s not paid. “I spend the whole year working on this one weekend event each year.”

Henke Wine brings home 10 medals By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

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Joe Henke goes to great lengths to produce wine that brings out the best flavors of the grapes he uses. His dedication and passion for making wine has paid off. The longtime Westwood resident, who owns Henke Wine in Westwood with his wife, Joan, entered 10 of his wines in the 2009 Ohio Wine Competition and received medals for all 10. “For a small winery, that’s really great,” he said. “It really helps the 10 to 12 hours you work each day feel worthwhile.” Henke Wine’s 2008 Riesling, a slowly fermented German-style white wine, received the Concordance Gold medal and was named the overall Best of Show at the Ohio competition. Winning awards is nothing new for the west-side vintner. His Norton wine was named the best red wine in Ohio at the 2007 competition, and again in 2008. “Lightning did strike twice,” Henke said. “Our Riesling won Best of Show this year, so to be the best for three years running is a tremendous feat.” His wines have also won medals at international wine competitions in California, New York and Indiana. Henke said he began making wine in 1973 after his brother-in-law sent him a batch to try on a whim. “It was a hobby that got out of control,” he said. “My love and passion for making wine escalated from

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Joe Henke’s 2008 Riesling, a Germanstyle white wine, was named the overall Best in Show at the 2009 Ohio Wine Competition. In past years, Henke has also won awards for producing the best red wine in Ohio. there.” He and his wife established the winery commercially in 1996 after years of encouragement from other professional vintners who affirmed he was producing premium wines. Henke Wine’s first winery was located in Winton Place, but their restaurant and winery has operated in the former Window Garden restaurant at the corner of Harrison and Epworth avenues since 2001. Henke said all his wines, of which there are 15 varieties, are made on site in the cellar, and he strives to use Ohio grapes. “It is our mission to represent Ohio wine as a world class wine region,” he said. Each year the winery produces more than 4,000 gallons of wine, bottling about 1,700 cases of wine. Henke encourages people who have yet to visit his winery to stop by, grab a seat and sip and savor the variety of Henke Wine flavors.

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POLICE

POLICE REPORTS

Reports from Cincinnati were not available this week.

FOREST PARK

Arrests/citations

Donald Williams, 35, 11575 Farmington, domestic violence at 11575 Farmington, July 5. Girma Scott, 25, 5638 Winding Creek, drug paraphernalia at Elkwood and Cedarcreek, July 7. Juvenile female, 14, theft at 1143 Smiley, July 7. Ania White, 22, 1878 Sunset Ave., theft at 1143 Smiley, July 7. Michelle Lewis, 52, 1417 North Bend Road, theft, criminal trespassing at 1143 Smiley, July 7. India Jones, 25, 1264 Adams Road, menacing at 1531 Nathanial, July 7. Peter Collins, 39, 11391 Folkstone, criminal trespassing at 637 Northland Blvd., July 7. Jesse Brearton, 27, 1316 Russel Street, obstructing official business at Hamilton Avenue and Seven Hills, July 8. Rachon Lewis, 20, 855 Summerfield Lane, carrying concealed weapons at Southland and Northland Blvd., July 7. Juvenile female, 17, misuse of credit card, obstructing official business at 1203 W. Kemper Road, July 10. John Martin, 33, 11757 Elkwood Dr., obstructing official business at 11757 Elkwood Drive, July 8. Tiffany Chapman, 31, 41 Brookhaven, theft at 200 Cincinnati Mills, July 10. Jason Puruis, 35, 2563 Highway, theft at 1143 Smiley, July 11. Devin Edwards, 42, 615 Dewdrop Circle, assault at 695 Northland Blvd., July 12. Aubury Gamble, 41, 979 Havensport, criminal trespassing at 695 Northland Blvd., July 13. Titus Lofton, 19, 11755 Norbourne, assault at 11755 Norbourne, July 13. Nathaniel Young, 35, 4376 Water Court, theft at 1203 W. Kemper Road, July 13.

GREENHILLS

Arrests/citations

Incidents Assault, criminal damaging

Criminal damaging

Woman reported fence damaged at 36 Ingram Road, June 30.

Vehicle damaged and victim struck at Omniplex, July 6. Vehicle entered and TV and stereo equipment damaged at 1440 W. Kemper, July 7. Vehicle damaged at 1143 Smiley, July 12. Vehicle window damaged at 11332 Southland, July 12. Window damaged at 825 Waycross, July 13. Vehicle entered and stereo valued at $200 removed at 552 Northland Blvd., July 13., theft

Criminal trespassing

Victim reported at 547 Waycross Road, July 11.

Domestic violence

Male reported at W. Kemper Road, July 7. Female reported at Quail Ridge, July 14.

Theft

DVD player valued at $300 removed at 1440 W. Kemper, July 7. Vehicle removed at 746 Northland Blvd., July 12. Victim reported at 1266 Omniplex, July 12. DVD player valued at $150 removed at 484 Dewdrop, July 12. License plate removed from vehicle at 11651 Norbourne, July 13. Steel plates valued at $14,000 removed at 11180 Southland, July 13.

Theft, criminal damaging

Vehicle entered and stereo equipment valued at $2,600 removed at 2098

Gladys Keith Becht, 72, died July 4. Survived by children Roger Becht, Sandy Sarver, Sue Decatur: 11 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; several siblings. Services were July 8 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Vehicle used without consent at 904 Gretna, July 6.

Woman reported door damaged at 10 Ashby St., July 7. American Legion Post reported damaged to door at 11000 Winton Road, July 2. Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian reported damage to building at 9 Cromwell Road, July 1.

Criminal mischief Menacing

622 Smiley Ave. woman reported being threatened at Farragut Road, July 15.

Theft

Woman reported money stolen from vehicle at 100 Burley Circle, July 6. Woman reported bike stolen at 2 Bradnor Place, June 26. Man reported bike stolen at 121 Julep Drive, June 24.

MOUNT HEALTHY Arrests/citations

James White, 38, 2326 Baltimore Ave., drug trafficking, drug possession, open container at 1400 block of Compton Road, July 20. Lawrence Trammell, 30, 2001 Carpenter Drive, drug trafficking, drug possession at 1400 block of Compton Road, July 20. Brandon Terry, 8000 Hamilton Ave., drug trafficking at 7700 block of Clovernook Ave., July 17.

Theft

Incidents

Vince’s Other Place reported sports memorabilia stolen at 7701 Hamilton Ave., July 19. Woman reported cell phone stolen from vehicle at 1460 Adams Road, July 14.

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Incidents Criminal damaging

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Unauthorized use of motor vehicle

Jordan Scheiner, 19, 3153 Sovereign Drive, underage drinking at Winton Road, July 18. Juvenile, criminal damaging, trespassing at 100 block of Burley Circle, July 12. Juvenile, curfew violation, obstructing official business at Beckford Drive, July 5. Donte Embry, 30, 11496 Ivyrock Court, open container at Foxworth Lane, July 3. Steven Brunsman, 23, 97 Junedale Drive, operating vehicle under the influence at Junedale Drive, July 2. Jody Hoagland, 37, 316 Ingram Road, domestic violence at 316 Ingram Road, June 30. Justin Armstrong, 21, 3447 Lakevista Drive, disorderly conduct at Eswin Street, June 28. Juvenile, open container at Eswin Street, June 26. Dizale Honaker, 21, 99 Drummond Road, drug possession at Damon Road, June 25. Domenic Travis, 30, 11723 Elkwood Drive, disorderly conduct at Enfield Street, June 21. Erik Justice, 27, disorderly conduct at Enfield Street, June 21. Nathan Waller, 25, 1122 Rosemont Ave., disorderly conduct at Enfield Street, June 21. Marcus Mentlow, 35, 12067 Cedarcreek Drive, drug possession at Winton and Farragut roads, June 21.

Ann Bellerjeau NORTH COLLEGE HILL Mary Mary Ann West Bellerjeau, 67, Arrests/citations

Shawntel Sims, 31, 1817 Fairmont Ave., drug possession, disorderly conduct at Cross County Highway, July 19. Alan Johnson, 22, 6271 Betts Ave., drug possession at Savannah and Waltham avenues, July 17. Shanell Holston, 32, 1935 Goodman Ave., drug possession at Betts and Goodman avenues, July 14.

Assault

Incidents

1710 DeArmand Ave. man reported being hit at 2000 block of West Galbraith Road, July 15.

Burglary

Woman reported break-in at 1499 Clovernoll Ave., July 16.

Theft

Woman reported money stolen at 1808 DeArmand Ave., July 14.

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP

Howard Turner, 34, falsification, possession of criminal tools at 10948 Hamilton Ave., July 16. Juvenile, robbery at Winton Road and Finney Trail, July 15. Tammy Sweeten, 39, 6258 Simpson Ave., assault at 6200 block of Simpson Avenue, July 15. Robert Blackburn, 25, 6260 Ridgefield Drive, domestic violence at 6260 Ridgefield Drive, July 15. Alexis Harris, 28, 6260 Ridgefield Drive, domestic violence at 6260 Ridgefield Drive, July 15. Juvenile, felonious assault at 9000 block of Daly Road, July 13.

Incidents Aggravated robbery

Man reported cell phone stolen at gunpoint at 6254 Daly Road, July 16.

Attempted burglary

Man reported break-in at 1879 John Gray Road, July 15.

Burglary

Man reported TV stolen at 1913 Fullerton Drive, July 16. Man reported break-in at 12148 Elkwood Drive, July 15.

Criminal damaging

McDonald’s reported damage to drive-through window at 9254 Winton Road, July 17. Man reported vehicle damaged at 1706 Newbrook Drive, July 15.

Misuse of credit card

Man reported credit card used without permission at 2330 Roxanna Drive, July 13.

Theft

Man reported video game system stolen at 8563 Cottonwood Drive, July 18. Man reported money stolen at 8097 Hamilton Ave., July 17. Man reported mailbox stolen at 9811 Leacrest Drive, July 15. Man reported money stolen at 10684 Mill Road, July 13. Woman reported basketball hoop stolen at 6537 Golfway Drive, July 14. Man reported wallet stolen at 2046 Kemper Road, July 13.

died July 14. Survived by children Bryan Bellerjeau, Lynne Luca; stepdaughter Diane McCurdy; grandchildren Ryan, Kayla, Kelly McCurdy, Jason, Daniel Bellerjeau, Mya, Kira Luca; nephew and nieces Michael Scott, Sandy Conley, Stacey Gregory. Preceded in death by husband Lewis Bellerjeau, sister Anna Linnenbrink. Services were July 18 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: Muscular Dystrophy Association, 3300 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85718.

Janeen Bornhorst

Janeen Zoellner Bornhorst, 70, died July 16. Survived by husband Joseph Bornhorst; children Joseph, Matthew Bornhorst, Jeff Hetzer, Jody Snodgrass, Amy Clark; siblings Albert Zoellner, Jackie Balser. Services were July 23 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: University Medical Center Foundation, 655 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85704.

Eleanor Dettmer

Eleanor Muhlenhard Dettmer, 79, died July 16. She was a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church. Survived by children Carol Wittenbaum, Irvin “Butch” Dettmer Jr., Lori Aldridge, Amy Gareb; grandchildren Lisa, Gwen, Bryan, Robert, Daniel, Ellen, Blake, Hannah; greatgrandchildren Nicole, Jared, Mackenzie, Kaitlyn; sisters Alma Uetricht, Viola Rook; many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by husband Irvin Dettmer; siblings Henrietta Senour, Walter Muhlenhard, Edith Doller, Dorothy Rook. Services were July 22 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: Parkinson’s Disease Support Network, OKI, P.O. Box 33077, Cincinnati, OH 45233.

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Tricia Ledbetter, Toby Griffis Jr.; grandchildren Shae, Breanna, Selena, Shiann, Ryan, Shane, Sydney, Toby III; siblings Paul, Denny, Chris. Services were July 8 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: Vitas Hospice, 11500 Northlake Drive, Suite 400, Cincinnati, OH 45249.

Ronald Hartman

Ronald A. Hartman, 70, died July 7. Survived by wife Donna Hartman; children Debbie Britt, Diane Wells, David Hartman, Deena Steiner; grandchildren Daniel, Julie Jared, Lauren Britt, Maria Ortiz, Bryan Wells, Brittany, Christina Steiner; great-grandchild Andres Ortiz; siblings Charlene Schloss, James Hartman. Services were July 11 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Linda Tiramia, 520 Eighth Ave., Seventh Floor, New York, NY 10018 or the Colerain Township Fire Department.

Spencer Heaton

Spencer Heaton, 84, died July 3. Survived by son Tom Heaton; grandchildren Manuel, Jose Heaton. Preceded in death by wife Alma Heaton, daughter Melanie Bertrand. Services were July 8 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home.

Judy Griffis

Judy Jackson Griffis, 62, died July 3. Survived by husband Toby Griffis Sr.; children Angie Chitwood,

Healthy Christian Home. Survived by children Ralph Meyer, Diane Schutte, Nancy Koehl; grandchildren Kathleen Johnsrude, Rebecca Meyer, Lisa Frey, E. Michael, Adam Koehl; six greatgrandchildren. Preceded in death by husband Ralph Koehl. Services were July 27 at Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home. Memorials to the Mount Healthy Christian Home.

Teresa Westrich

Teresa Cunningham Westrich, 57, died July 17. Survived by daughter Nicole Westrich; brother Richard Cunningham; former husband Gary Westrich. Services were July 21 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to the Cincinnati Association for the Blind.

Lillian Leibel

Lillian Holtkamp Leibel, 85, North College Hill, died July 16. Survived by husband Richard Leibel; children Thomas Leibel, Jean Walpole; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Preceded in death by siblings Violet Brausch, Clifford, Raymond Holtkamp. Services were July 21 at St. Margaret Mary Church. Arrangements by Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home. Memorials to St. Margaret Mary Church or Twin Towers.

Ruth Meyer

Ruth Ibeck Meyer, 84, died July 22. She was a resident of the Mount

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Donald Garman

Donald Robert Garman, 74, died July 15. Survived by wife Carolyn Garman; sons Scott, Kevin Garman; grandchildren Justin, B.J, Aly, Jordan, K.C., Sara; great-grandchild Kylie; siblings Ted Garman, Dorothy Robinson. Services were July 20 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.

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Camp lets kids horse around By Jennie Key jkey@communitypress.com

The dust filters through pale rays of sunshine in the barn at Cohron’s Chestnut Acres in Colerain Township, as campers from McAuley High School’s horse camp trot around the barn floor astride Scarlet, Winter Hawk and Irish Legacy. One student prefers not to trot. “That’s OK, you can walk,” says stable manager Heather Williams, who is coordinating the program at the stable. “It’s horse camp. It’s supposed to be fun.” Most of it is, if you ask the campers. They even

muck out the stalls with enthusiasm. The stable, owned by McAuley alumna Dawn Budke Cohron and her husband Greg, has opened its doors to four weeks of day campers from McAuley this summer. The two-hour camp sessions are jam packed with horse-lover activities. The camp is geared to students ages 8 and up. Campers learn how to groom a horse, feed and care for it, tack up and ride in the English style. Williams is helped out by the high school students who take riding lessons at the stable. She says riding

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Haleigh Engel, Wyoming, watches as camp volunteer Molly Brauch, Sayler Park, feeds sugar to one of the horses at Cohron’s Chestnut Acres. JENNIE KEY/STAFF

It seems like a long way down as camper Rachel Hepp, 8, mounts Irish Legacy with the assistance of Annie Ture.

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It’s not all riding around. Someone has to muck out the stalls. Katie Witzgall, 11, Taylor Campbell, 11 and Allie Zisko, 10, were happy to do it.

camp for students with a little experience. “For some campers, the size of the horse can be intimidating,” Williams said. “They are nervous at the beginning, but by the end of the week, they feel comfortable and safe.” Horse camp is one of a number of camps offered by McAuley throughout the summer. Kathy Dietrich, a spokeswoman for the high school, says McAuley offered sessions in a dozen enrichment camps and eight sports camps this summer.

horses can help students build their self-confidence and gives the campers a feeling of accomplishment as their skills improve. Williams says students move at the pace with which they are comfortable: walk or trot. One student wants to canter. “Not yet,” Williams says with a smile. She says most had never been around horses when they started camp, but maybe next year the stable may add a more advanced

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Rachel Hepp, 8, Springfield Township, rides around the barn on Irish Legacy with Annie Ture, one of the camp counselors. Sports camps are only open to girls; enrichment camps allow boys and girls to register. The horse camp had four sessions which filled up quickly this year. For camper Kate Witzgall, 11, who attends Our Lady of Grace Catholic School in Groesbeck, the camp has been a great experience. “I like riding the horses, and trotting. I want to canter,” she said. “It’s been fun.”

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