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Winton Woods in China exchange

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Exchange programs are no longer just for students hoping to learn about other cultures. During a recent Winton Woods City Schools Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Camille Nasbe announced the district had been selected as one of 10 districts in the state to participate in the China Exchange Initiative, which will bring a principal from a Chinese school to the district Nasbe in November. Nasbe said the visit will last two weeks, as the principal will tour the district and the community to learn about how the school system works and the numerous differences between Chinese and American schools. Since this is an exchange program, Winton Woods will be sending a representative to China in April to study the differences in the two national school systems. During the meeting, Nasbe discussed many of the differences, and noted the district’s Chinese visitor will be studying Winton Woods’ special education program,

St. Xavier quarterback Luke Massa prepares to throw in first quarter. The Bombers defeated Elder 17-7 Oct. 2. See more about the game and other sports on A6.

Here’s a look at other topics of discussion during the Sept. 28 Winton Woods Board of Education meeting: • Several high school students addressed the board to note their support of the district’s 7.9-mill 10-year emergency levy. Senior Ariel Giblin said the loss of extracurricular activities, ranging from football to prom, would be damaging to everyone at the school. She pleaded with the community to think of what the students would be losing if those activities were canceled at the high school. which Chinese schools don’t offer. “That’s one of the things they want to learn about when they’re here,” she said. Jack Lee, board of education president, said there are also several things the district hopes to take away from the visit. “We’ll get to pick their brains on math and science as well,” he said, noting that China is well ahead of America in teaching those subjects. Nasbe said the Chinese principal won’t need an interpreter, since the district has two Chinese teachers who can help her with any language difficulties she may encounter.

Frights, fun for all at Haunted Hall By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

There’s a great deal more ghoulish fun to be had as the Haunted Hall opens its creaky doors for its 20th season. Open through Halloween night, Haunted Hall, 7700 Seward Ave., Mount Healthy, is open Friday and Saturday 8-11 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Dan Meale, one of the main organizers and creative designers for the past two decades, said there will be a special children’s lights on night Sunday, Oct. 25, from 6-6:45 p.m. The cost for the fright-free night is $5 and adults free. All other nights tickets are $10 per person with a $2 discount for bringing a canned food donation for St. Vincent de Paul. Proceeds benefit Assumption and St. Margaret Mary parish youth groups and the Madonna Council of the Knights of Columbus where the Haunted Hall resides. Meale, 67, Springfield Township, said he’s made his maze extra special this year and the estimated 100 volunteers also have been busy. The exterior eerie exhibits have been expanded and a new Camp Crystal Lake has pitched tents of terror. There’s a vortex tunnel, Toyture Shop, and guests are invited to attend Frankenstein’s nuptials,

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Dan Meale lugs a bale of straw to add to the decorations outside the Mount Healthy Haunted Hall. The house of horrors is open weekends for its 20th season of fright and entertainment. if they dare. “We add new scenes and monsters every year,” Meale said. “We still have some of the favorites and you can bet there’ll be a chain saw or two. “People get upset when there isn’t a chain saw.” Chomping on his unlit cigar, Meale said “it’s the kids” that have kept him returning the Hall every year. Down the road from the Haunted Hall, Parky’s Farm, 10073 Daly Road, at Winton Woods, again is offering its brand of Halloween fun. Halloween Nights runs through Oct. 30 from 6-10 p.m. every night

except Monday and Tuesday. There’s a Buccaneer Barn, a not-so-scary pirate themed haunted house, and hayrides through Spooky Hollow. Also, visitors will want to check out the new Wizard of Nature programs with Park District Naturalists dressed as a Halloween characters with live animals that have ties to Halloween tales. Other activities include the Magic of Phil Dalton, 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. nightly with additional shows at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The Madcap Puppets perform at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. nightly with

Finneytown High School students will decorate windows along Winton Road and residents and shoppers can vote for their favorite Wicked Window. Several businesses in the Finneytown Local School District have donated their windows and money for a Halloween painting kit for the students to paint their spooky designs. The windows will be painted the week of Oct. 19 with the voting beginning Oct. 24, by calling 5222108. A list of participating businesses will be on the Springfield Township's Web site, but so far include Skyline, Curves, Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA, Burke Hardware, Uncle Bill's Landscape, WesBanco and Sibcy Cline. One student will walk away with a cash award for the most votes. an additional show at 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Parky’s also has a synchronized light show to spooky music, glowing pumpkins and a roaring campfire. Admission is $6, children 24 months and younger are free. Wednesday nights will be Candy Treat Nights where each paid admission will receive a prebagged bag of candy. Coupons for $1 discounts are available at the Hamilton County Park District Web site GreatParks.org or in the Evergreen event program guide. Call 5217275 for more information.

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front of large piles of leaves. It is difficult for the raking crew to work around parked cars and slows the leaf collection. Also, situate leaf piles away from trees, sign posts, and hydrants, if possible, in order to speed collection. Crews will make only one pass per collection week on each side of the street. Leaves should be at the

street by 8 a.m. Leaf collections will follow the schedule depending on weather. Rumpke will take leaves with regular Wednesday trash pick-up. Leaves must be in plastic bags or trash containers. For more information, call the village at 825-2100.

Forest Park attempts to reduce debt By Rob Dowdy rdowdy@communitypress.com

Forest Park officials are attempting to balance the line between economic development and fiscal responsibility. The city will be paying off some short-term debt in coming months while also keeping an eye on potential future redevelopment deals. Forest Park took out an anticipation note last year worth $3.25 million in order to pay for some of its redevelopment projects. The city used about $2.5 million for

projects, leaving the outstanding balance of the notes at $750,000. With the note maturHodges ing in N o v e m b e r, council will soon vote to reissue an anticipation note worth $2.5 million for 2009. The city will then pay back the remaining $750,000. City Manager Ray Hodges said Forest Park didn’t want outstanding

debt, and by paying back the remainder from last year’s note while also issuing another note, the city can not only pay off the money used last year for redevelopment, but also have some flexibility if another project comes available this year. “The plan is consistent with our initial plans to systematically reduce our debt while avoiding taking on additional debt,” he said. Forest Park’s redevelopment program consisted of the purchase and demolition of abandoned commercial

properties and foreclosed homes. Harlita Robinson, financial director with the city, said the city purchased property along Hamilton, Northland Boulevard and a couple abandoned houses with the money. Robinson said the city had targeted several other properties, but would only commit to purchasing those under market value. Hodges said the redevelopment program is continuing, but the city will move cautiously as to not pick up any more debt that it must.

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YMCA plans new aquatic center By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA members will be able to take the plunge in the Winton Road facility’s newest addition next spring. The scheduled Oct. 5 groundbreaking for the new outdoor aquatic complex will launch what is touted as one of the region’s most comprehensive and largest year-round aquatic centers for children, adults, seniors and competitive swimmers. Scheduled to open in

May of 2010, the new complex will nearly double the size of the YMCA’s main outdoor pool. Making a more competitive pool for Y swim teams, the project will also include a baby pool with interactive features such as geysers and a palm tree that sprays water. The area will have a new deck and fencing as well as new lighting for evening swim meets. In addition to the pools, two adjoining tennis courts will be resurfaced and receive new light-

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ing. Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA’s new outdoor swimming pool will measure 50 meters by 25 yards with recreational diving boards on its deepest end. It’s being designed with a zero-entry wading entrance for accessibility. “We’re really excited for this new complex,” said Mike Leonard, Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA director of competitive swimming. “Our 45-year-old Tigersharks swim team has consistently ranked among the top 20 YMCA teams nationwide. “The new pool will allow us to accommodate more swimmers training at a higher level on our team, but it will also give us more opportunities to serve our community.”

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From left, Rose Peery, Kay Dinkelacker, Elisabeth Roeckers and Kit Whiteman all from Springfield Township, play 500 euchre at the Springfield Township Senior Center on Winton Road where an all-day open house took place so members of the community could drop by and maybe meet a old friend. TONY JONES/STAFF

College Hill fall festival features fun for all By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

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pumpkins, mums, fruit and produce, along with honey and cider. Crowds will be entertained throughout the day with storytellers, singers and other performers. There also will be a petting zoo and pony rides. There will be scarecrow contest to judge with supplies to make one and take home. For more information call 681-1326.

Schools: behavior to increase achievement By Rob Dowdy

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The fun includes all sorts of activities and games for children of all ages. T h e r e Lee will be a craft fair with items perfect for seasonal decorations and gift-giving. The array of crafts includes pottery, fiber art, jewelry and toys. Area farmers will have

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Schools in the Winton Woods City School District are taking steps to improve behavior as a way to increase academic achievement. During a recent board of education meeting, Winton Woods Primary North Principal Claire Crook, and members of the school’s eight-member “building leadership team,” gave a presentation to the board about what they’re doing to reinforce good behavior and improve performance in the classroom. Crook explained projects implemented this year that,

at least initially, are working. She noted professional development, with teachers meeting monthly to discuss books based on classroom behavior and how to handle disruptive students. There’s also the creation of a “blue room,” where misbehaving students can go to calm down with structured academics in a smaller setting. “We are really dedicated and committed to make this work,” Crook said. Crook said discipline referrals are down, as the new techniques are allowing students a chance to correct their behavior before the referral process begins. “We have a big job ahead of us, but we’re on the right track,” she said. Winton Woods Board of Education President Jack Lee said while each school comes to the board at each meeting to present their improvement plans, he’s noticed a shift from purely academic discussions to a mix between curriculum and behavior in recent presentations. Lee said it’s a natural progression, particularly at the primary school level, where perhaps correcting bad behavior early will pay dividends later in a student’s academic career. “Discipline has a direct relationship to test scores,” he said.

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Rebuilt Aiken to get middleschoolers

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A rebuilt Aiken High School will include classroom space for middle-school students, according to the construction plans approved by the Cincinnati school board recently. It’s the first tangible step toward fulfilling Superintendent Mary Ronan’s desire to eventually shift the district’s seventh- and eighth-graders to high school campuses. For 15 years, the district has put most middle-schoolers in K8 schools, but Ronan – and numerous parents – say that structure hasn’t worked out.

The expanded plans now call for the College Hill high school, scheduled to be torn down and rebuilt by 2013, to house 1,000 students in grades 7-12. Previously, CPS had planned a 600student school only for the traditional high school grades. A new Aiken is budgeted to cost $29.2 million, and will be among the final schools completed in the district’s citywide $1.07 billion school rebuilding project. Any actual transition for the middle grades is at least three years away, and no decisions have been made regarding which current K8 schools would be affected, Ronan said.

Donnie Gillespie has taken on a new coaching role: character education coach for Winton Woods High School’s Freshman Academy.

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Donnie Gillespie has already held three coaching positions at Winton Woods High School. He’s currently the coach of the boys’ basketball team and kicking coach for the varsity football team. Last year, he was the coach of the boys’ soccer team. With the beginning of the new school year, Gillespie added a new coaching title to his resume: He’s the character education coach for Winton Woods High School’s Freshman Academy. “My new position helps students make the adjustment of going from middle school to high school without dealing with the

anxiety of the transition,” said Gillespie. “My attempt is to keep them grounded in who they are, without trying to impress their peers or the upperclassmen with false behaviors.” Gillespie works in conjunction with the Mimi Gilmer, the Winton Woods Local School District’s character education coach. Winton Woods High School Principal Terri Holdenhas said the school has “structured a Freshman Academy for students in ninth grade so they can get a solid academic grounding their first year in high school.” The classes for the academy

are located in just a few hallways to limit transitions through the whole building. “Freshman year is a new and exciting time for high school students,” said Gillespie. “I plan to help students learn many rewarding strategies and techniques to make this school year successful. I have learned that all great things begin with a firm foundation. I believe Winton Woods High School is a great institution for building a strong foundation and well-rounded young men and women.”

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Mount Healthy High School student Josh Niemeyer, an interactive media junior at Diamond Oaks, was faced with a dilemma. He had to cut his hair – after spending three years growing his hair to over 10 inches long – or he wouldn't be able to enter the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps class at his campus. However, with the influence of his family and teacher, Niemeyer saw a way to make the best of the situation. He learned that he could achieve his goal of joining the MCJROTC class and help children suffering from medical hair loss by donating his hair to the Locks of Love organization. Niemeyer is pictured receiving his certificate of appreciation from Locks of Love from Sgt. Willie Croxton, MCJROTC instructor at Diamond Oaks.

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Winton Woods High School senior Juwairya Ali’s design chosen by the high school principals as this year’s high school plan book cover. Ali said she spent about a week on her design, which features a Warrior head, graduation cap and diploma, music notes, a football and a cheerleading megaphone. PROVIDED.

The following students were named to the summer quarter dean’s list at the University of Cincinnati: Kristen Abercrombie, Leanece Armstrong, Holly Arrowood, Shirley Ayarkwah, Mitchell Beckman, Desire Bennett, Nicholas Bikas, Rebecca Bohman, Linda Bonner, Abby Brehm, Luke Burroughs, Donald Carraher, Bradley Carroll, Nicholas Casch, Rebecca Chavez, Jason Childress, Casey Croslin, Michael Cullum, Joshua Doll, Carolynn Fedele, Ana Figueira, Alison Forsab, James Foster, Cheryl Fuller, Andrea Galloway, Amanda Gerding, Jessica Grgas, Jacob Grossmann, Samantha Gustafson, David Haase, Allison Hadley, Hunter Hampton, Frederick Harris, Amanda Hary, Megan Hathaway, Rexford Hendrickson, Veronica Hewlett, Jacqueline Hines, Stephanie Hoffman, Erin Hood, Mary Hurley, Ben Katterjohn, Valrie Kelly, Stephanie Kemme, Tina Kidd, Yasmin Kittaneh, Elizabeth Koch, Sarah Koch, Michael Kraus, Jessica Kroeger, Amanda Lawson, Devon Leigh, Alisha Leininger, Natalie Lombardo, Jennifer Maxwell, Donna Mayfield, Emmanuel Mensah, Samuel Metzger, Rebecca Miller, Joshua Morris, Tiffany Moyer, Catherine Mueller, Hunter Muller, Elissa Neal, Sean Newton, Aida Nishida, Stella Ofori-Sampong, Bradley Okel, Edward Olomu-Disi, Eric Opoku, Christabel Oranusi, Megan Park, Melissa Pflanz-Blaut, Alexander Poli, Luke Putnick, Meche Ragland, Christine Rahtz, Ryan Ramer, Rachel Ramsey, Rebecca Rauf, Kara Reddert, Mary Redmond, Gabrielle Reese, Alissa Riessinger, Benjamin Robbins, Antonio Roberts, Emma Rose, Julie Rose, Alexander Ross, Kersean Rozier, Ashley Runck, Jessica Rush, Shimmaine Scales,

Lauren Schmitz, Christine Scholz, Kimberly Schwartz, Benjamin Smith, Vera Soper, Brian Spahr, Justin Spalding, Kateri Sparough, Queenae Sprawl, Ashley Stallings, Brad Stenz, Kristopher Taylor-Peterson, Sandra Thomas, Stephen Tinch, David Toole, Lataska Ulmer, Flequer Vera-Olcese, Akshata Wadekar, Carlisa Waldman, Lauren Weinstein, Gloria White, Mark Wiesman, Robert Wilcox, Kurt Windisch, Michael Wottreng, zCaitlin Young and Christine Zapf.

Graduates

Case LeVally has graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in turf grass science. LeVally, a Finneytown High School graduate, is now working as an assistant golf course superintendent on the Equestrian Golf Course at the Polo Club in Boca Raton, Fla. • The following students graduated from the University of Cincinnati following the summer quarter: Cory Abbatiello, bachelor of arts; Leslie Arents, master of education; Laura Bailey, associate of applied science; Kaleem Battle, bachelor of business administration; Jerrin Bennett, associate of applied science; Nicole Blair, bachelor of science in education; Rebecca Bohman, bachelor of science; Abby Brehm, bachelor of science; Lauren Brissie, master of education; Timothy Clark, bachelor of business administration; Sarah Dennison, bachelor of science; Marilyn Ebertz, master of science in nurs-

ing; Rachael Feldman, associate of arts; Lidairious Hafford, bachelor of business administration; Justin Hein, bachelor of science in information technology; Rexford Hendrickson, bachelor of science; Lillian Jandacek, doctor of pharmacy; Daniel Johnson, bachelor of arts; Elizabeth Kramer, doctor of philosophy; Jessica Kroeger, associate of applied science; Alisha Leininger, bachelor of arts; Candice McAfee, master of education; Kurt Myers, master of science; Alexandra Ogden, bachelor of arts; Megan Park, bachelor of business administration; Adam Parrillo, doctor of philosophy; Michelle Platt, bachelor of science in nursing; Alexander Poli, bachelor of science in industrial management; Ryan Ramer, bachelor of science in information technology; Shirley Raymond, bachelor of science in nursing; Van Romer, bachelor of science in nursing; Jessica Rush, bachelor of science; Tina Sharp, master of science; Bradley Smith, associate of arts; Sarah Stevens, associate of arts; Yiwen Stratton, master of business administration; Emma Stull, master of science; Robert Tankersley, master of science; Rebecca Vidourek, doctor of philosophy; Tamara Ward, bachelor of business administration; Cameron Widget, bachelor of science; and Stephen Zacharias, master of social work.

Merit semifinalists

Five Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy seniors have been named National Merit semifinalists. More than 1.5 million juniors in high school from 22,000 high schools nationwide took the Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. The scholarship winners will be announced next year. Pictured from left are Lexi Shull of Springfield Township, Jeremy Cobb of Forest Park, Ben Lewis of West Chester Township, David Hughes of West Chester Township and Brandon Walker of Deerfield Township. AMANDA HOPKINS/STAFF

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This week in golf

• St. Xavier High School’s Eric Buse shot a 2 over par 37 on the front nine at Camargo Club, Sept. 28, helping his team score 159 to beat Fairfield’s 186. • McAuley High School’s Alisha Wellman shot a 4 over par 40 on the east course at Glenview, Sept. 28, helping her team beat Princeton High School 180-259. McAuley advances to 16-6 with the win. • Roger Bacon High School boys beat Batavia High School 176-185, Sept. 29. Roger Bacon advances to 9-4 with the win. • Winton Woods High School boys beat Mt. Healthy High School 185-209, Sept. 30, at Beechcreek. Mt. Healthy’s Brandon Okel shot 7 over par 42.

This week in cross country

• St. Xavier High School’s Gus Walter was the top finisher in the Strongsville Invitational, Sept. 26 with a time of 16:46, helping his team come in first with a score of 140. Avon Lake was second with a 145, Louisville was third with 169, Glen Oak was fourth with 194 and Mentor was fifth with 210. • McAuley High School’s Danielle Pfeifer was the top finisher at the Troy Invitational with a time of 19:59, Sept. 26. McAuley also won first place as a team with a score of 31. Northmond was second with 78, Oakwood was third with 78, Wyoming was fourth with 96.

This week in volleyball

• Roger Bacon High School beat Cincinnati Christian 25-13, 25-21, Sept. 26 in the Lauren Breaux Memorial Tournament. They then beat Colerain High School 19-25, 25-17, 25-20. Roger Bacon was defeated in the championship match by Oak Hills High School 25-14, 25-21, putting them in second place. • McAuley High School beat Newport Central Catholic 25-19, 25-19, Sept. 26, in Pool D of the Cincinnati Volleyball Fall Classic. They then beat Louisville Holy Cross 25-19, 25-20. • McAuley beat Mercy 2522, 21-25-25-21, in the runnerup match at the Mercy Fall Classic, Sept. 28. • Roger Bacon beat Carroll 25-7, 25-15, 25-20, Sept. 29. Roger Bacon advances to 114 with the win. • Finneytown High School beat Withrow High School 2514, 25-5, 25-10, Sept. 30. Finneytown advances to 4-9 with the win. • McAuley beat Mercy High School 25-23, 16-25, 2225, 25-18, 15-11, Oct. 1. McAuley advances to 7-8 with the win. • Roger Bacon beat Alter 25-15, 25-14, 18-25, 20-25, 15-11, Oct. 1. Roger Bacon advances to 12-4 with the win.

This week in tennis

• Finneytown High School beat Deer Park 3-2, Sept. 29. Finneytown’s Taylor Tomaro beat Emma Coates 7-5, 7-5; Jenny Evans beat Anna Coates 3-6, 6-4, 6-4; Katie Gates beat Courtney Luttmann 6-0, 6-0. • Roger Bacon High School beat Reading High School 5-0, Oct. 1. Kelsey Foster beat Chen 6-0, 6-0; Jenny Quinn beat Paige Gee 7-5, 6-2; Kelsey Bickel beat Breanna Treadwell 6-4, 6-2; Kelsey Murphy and Samantha Sorter beat Sierra Hoskins and Collins 6-0, 6-2; Ashley Whitehead and Nicole Ausdenmoore beat Katie Bucassio and Kati Goldsberry 6-0, 60. Roger Bacon advances to 2-15 with the win.

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Don’t call it an upset: St. X downs Elder Oct. 9.

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Steve Specht isn’t ready to call it an upset. “I don’t know what an upset is,” the St. Xavier head football coach said. “From a fan’s perspective, (Elder is) first in the city and third in the country, so of course we’re underdogs. “But I’m not ready to call it an upset.” Upset or not, the bottom line is the Bombers emerged with a much-needed 17-7 home victory over the Panthers Oct. 2. St. Xavier and Elder both stand at 5-1 following the week-six game. Entering the contest, Elder was No. 3 in the USA Today Super 25 with the Bombers slotted at No. 25. But St. Xavier gained 133 yards on the ground compared to Elder’s total of five rushing yards to derail the Panthers. Nigel Muhammad gave the Bombers a 10-7 lead over Elder with a seven-yard touchdown run with 4:01 left in the second quarter. Conor Hundley led St. Xavier with 95 yards on 23 carries with Muhammad adding 23 yards on four carries. St. Xavier extended its lead to 17-7 with a 35-yard touchdown pass from Luke Massa to Will Carroll with 3:29 left in the third quarter. From there, the Bombers defense held strong to preserve the win. Nick Weston finished with 5.5 tackles to lead the Bombers. Sean Duggan contributed an interception and a sack. Massa was 10-of-13 passing for 147 yards with one touchdown and zero interceptions. “When you win, you have to be humble,” Specht said. “When you lose, you have to be gracious in defeat.” St. X entered its slugfest with the Panthers fresh off a 12-7 defeat at Highlands (Ky.). “When you play a schedule like we do, you have to be on the top of your game every week,” Specht said. “You can’t have a letdown.” But the Bombers had one, as Highlands held St. Xavier scoreless until 27 seconds remained in the game. “(My players) weren’t better prepared, and I blame myself,” Specht said. “So I told the kids it was my fault,

Bishop Watterson 27, La Salle 21

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St. Xavier running back Conor Hundley runs the ball against Elder’s Alex Taylor and Bryan Priestle in the second quarter. St. Xavier defeated Elder 17-7. but I challenged them to get better as individuals.” The Bombers were coming off the emotional high of a 43-13 thrashing of four-time defending Kentucky state champion Louisville Trinity, and Specht said they may have been caught looking ahead to Elder. “For (Highlands), this was their national championship game,” he said. “For us, it was Week Five. We always look at each game as a great opportunity to go 1-0. We try to keep it even keel, but maybe I need to evaluate how I approach this.” St. X shot itself in the foot with turnovers and specialteams blunders, but its defense, which had multiple goal-line stands, kept the team in the game. “They didn’t play well, but they didn’t quit,” Specht said of his team’s effort. “We had some bad turnovers, but our defense was able to force a few turnovers and keep Highlands out of the end zone.” St. X (5-1, 1-0) now prepares for another GCL game, as it hosts La Salle (4-2, 0-1) Oct. 9. The Bombers, which entered Week Five third in the Harbin Ratings, hope to be one of the top eight seeds to make the postseason and one of the top four seeds to host a first-round playoff game. But Specht isn’t worrying about the details. “If we look at (success) in terms of wins and losses, we’ll be doing a disservice to our kids,” he said. “We’re not in the business of winning; we’re in the business of developing kids. We always ask ourselves, ‘What can we do to get better?’ That’s the focus.”

Deer Park 46, Finneytown 33

Finneytown prepares for a week-seven road game

against Mariemont (1-5) after failing to score its first victory of the season over formerly winless Deer Park in week six. Finneytown, now 0-6 for the season, visits the Warriors at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Deer Park improved to 1-5 with its win over Finneytown, 46-33. Mariemont fell to Indian Hill, 51-21, in week six. Junior Dan Sporing contributed three touchdowns for Deer Park while going 17-of23 passing for 289 yards. Deer Park led Finneytown by double-digits at halftime, 25-6, and never looked back.

North College Hill 40, CCD 6

In a battle of the unbeatens, North College Hill kept is undefeated season alive with a decisive week-six win over Cincinnati Country Day, 406. North College Hill is oneof-two remaining Miami Valley Conference teams still standing at 6-0 alongside Lockland. CCD fell to 5-1 and will look for help from its fellow MCV teams if the Indians hope to win a share of the league title. In week six, North College Hill scored on its opening possession in just three plays after blocking a punt during CCD’s first possession. Running back Lucien Kidd put North College Hill on the board with a one-yard score. Though CCD only allowed 27 points during its first five games, North College Hill managed to score 26 points in the first half alone. CCD hosts Lockland in week eight Oct. 16. Lockland hosts North College Hill in week nine Oct. 23. But before all that, North College Hill travels to face Clark Montessori in week seven at 7:30 p.m. Friday,

The Lancers launch into the second-of-three consecutive brutal road games with a week-seven contest against St. Xavier (5-1) at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. La Salle lost to Bishop Watterson, 27-21, while battling a roughly 230-mile roundtrip in week six. After facing St. Xavier, LaSalle travels to face Moeller (5-0) in week eight Oct. 16 St. Xavier is ranked No. 4 in Cincinnati with Moeller slotted at No. 2 according to the Enquirer’s Division I Coaches’ Poll for week five. The Lancers are ranked No. 8 in the Division I poll. The Bombers bested nationally ranked Elder in week six, 177, bringing both St. Xavier and the Panthers to 51. The Lancers dropped to 4-2 Against Bishop Watterson, La Salle fell behind by a 17-0 margin in the second quarter and couldn’t recover. Lancer junior Andrew Kummer was 29-of-52 passing for 320 yards and two touchdowns. LaSalle’s Matt Farrell accounted for 63 all-purpose yards and two rushing touchdowns against Bishop Watterson.

Anderson 52, Winton Woods 38

Winton Woods dropped a game for the second time this season in a shootout – this time a 52-38 loss to Anderson. Winton Woods outgained Anderson 431-425 and had more first downs than the Redskins but were outscored 21-7 in the fourth quarter. Dominique Brown had 99 yards on 20 carries but Jeremiah Goins was the big standout against the Redskins. Goins had 245 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Juan Glover also returned a punt for a touchdown for the Warriors. Winton Woods looks to get back to its winning ways on Oct. 9 against Harrison.

Talawanda 21, Mt. Healthy 14

Mt. Healthy outgained

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Elder defensive back Bryan Riestenberg tries to stop St. Xavier fullback Nigel Muhammad as Muhammad runs in to the endzone for a touchdown in the second quarter. St. Xavier beat Elder 17-7. Talawanda 298-194 but only scored one offensive touchdown in the 21-14 loss to Talawanda. Mt. Healthy had a 14-7 lead early in the third quarter but couldn’t get back on the board. Denzel Larkin was 15 of 31 passing for 169 yards and a touchdown in the loss. Mt. Healthy (3-3) has a tough game Oct. 9 at Norwood.

McNick 14, Roger Bacon 3

Roger Bacon took an early 3-0 lead, but the Rockets put up 14 unanswered points to take a 14-3 win over the Spartans. McNick quarterback Matt Staubach ran for 104 yards and a touchdown and threw for 83 yards and another touchdown in the win. McNick fullback Pat Fitzgerald had 74 rushing yards for the Rockets (3-3), who are at Purcell Marian on Oct. 10. Tanner Sprong was 7 of 18 passing for 73 yards and the Spartans only managed 54 rushing yards on 26 attempts. Roger Bacon (1-5) has dropped five in a row and faces Badin Oct. 9 at Hamilton.

West High 29, Aiken 6

Western Hills aims to extend its winning streak to four games with a weekseven afternoon home contest at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, against Hughes (1-5). In week six, Western Hills improved to 3-2 with its win over Aiken, 29-6. Aiken fell to 0-6 with the week-six loss and travels to face West Carrollton in week seven at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9.

Mt. Healthy hoops gets national look Team catches eye of Nike representatives By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

See you in Florida. The Mount Healthy High School girls’ basketball team is slated to play in an outof-town tournament each of the next two years. The first tournament is the St. Andrews Holiday Classic in Boca Raton Fla., which begins Dec. 18. The second, which is slated for the 2010-11 season, is the Nike-sponsored Beach Ball Classic in Myrtle

Beach, S.C. “The kids are really excited about (the tournaments),” said head coach Kevin Grant, who last year led the girls’ team to its first league title since 1992. “It’s no longer me just talking about (improvement); now they see it and believe it’s going to happen.” Mount Healthy’s breakout season last year is a big reason it is now getting national exposure. On Jan. 3, the Fighting Owls throttled Northwest, 74-51, in Columbus during the Bragging Rights Tournament. A representative from Nike was on hand that night and was impressed with what he saw.

Mt. Healthy welcomes donations The Mount Healthy girls’ basketball team is accepting donations to help fund its trip to Florida for the St. Andrews Holiday Classic, which is scheduled for December. The cost of the trip will likely “He said he thought we had a few Division I players, and they extended an invitation (to the Beach Ball Classic),” Grant said. The Beach Ball Classic carries minimal fees, as Nike will pay for transportation and six hotel rooms for the team. “We’ll just have to worry about our food,” Grant said. The St. Andrews Holiday

exceed $12,000. To make a donation, make check or money orders payable to “Mount Healthy High School Athletics (Girls’ Basketball)” and send them to: 2046 Adams Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231. Classic, however, is a different story. The tournament requires a $350 entry fee, and the basketball team will have to pay for transportation, lodging and food – the total cost of which Grant expects to exceed $12,000. The team is relying on fundraising to foot the bill (see sidebar). “We’ll make our goal,” Grant said.

The 2009-10 season figures to be a special one for Mount Healthy. The Fighting Owls have four returning starters – all juniors – and several players are getting D-I looks. The team is headlined by Jonessa Moore, a 6-2 forward who averaged 13.5 points, 10 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game last season. She has garnered interest from Tennessee, UCLA, Virginia Tech and Xavier. Guards SaCoya Ellery and Keashia Williams are getting attention from small D-I programs, and Grant expects forward Tracey Wallace, who led the league in rebounding (12 per game) last season, to be heavily courted.

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Hilltop Press

October 7, 2009

BRIEFLY This week in soccer

• Winton Woods High School girls beat Little Miami High School 2-1, Sept. 26. Winton Woods’ Ambri Johnson scored two goals. Winton Woods advances to 6-4 with the win. • Finneytown High School girls beat Batavia High School 5-4, Sept. 28. Alex Murphy scored four goals, and Maggie Valerio scored the other goal for Finneytown. Finneytown advances to 9-3 with the win. • Winton Woods boys beat Amelia High School 4-3, Sept. 28. Respicio Cerritos, Ben Steinhauer, Jay Barnes and Connor Clark scored Winton

Woods’ goals. • La Salle High School boys tied with Carroll High School 1-1, Sept. 29. Kyle Smith scored La Salle’s goal. La Salle is 2-4-3 with the tie. • St. Xavier High School boys shut out Fenwick High School 2-0, Sept. 29. PJ Seuss and Connor Sambrookes scored the goals. Joshua Kellam made three saves for St. Xavier. St. X advances to 7-4 with the win. • Finneytown boys beat Mariemont High School 4-1, Sept. 29. Kennedy Ndamba scored two goals and Mark Clayton and Parker Payne each scored one goal for Finneytown. Finneytown

advances to 6-1-3 with the win. • Roger Bacon High School girls beat Norwood High School 4-1, Sept. 29. Roger Bacon’s Kelsey Foster beat Ashley Schleben 6-2, 63; Jenny Quinn beat Rachel Fiasco 6-2, 6-0; Samantha Sorter and Kelsey Murphy beat Natalie Ayers and Melissa Prantl 6-0, 6-0. • Winton Woods boys game against Loveland High School ended 0-0, Sept. 30. Winton Woods’ Tresor Vunda made nine saves. Winton Woods is 7-3-2 with the tie.

This week in cross country

78, Oakwood was third with 78, Wyoming was fourth with 96.

Golfers win invitational

The Thomas More College men’s golf team shot a 36hole total of 599 (293-306) to win the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) Fall Invitational Sept. 29, and senior Joe Ruzick, a La Salle High School graduate, earned medalist honors at the event held at Oak Tree Country Club in West Middlesex, Penn. Ruzick carded a 141 (6873) to earn medalist honors over his teammate junior Brandon Dulle (Saint Xavier), who finished second with a

145 (71-74). The Saints’ 599 was 27strokes lower then runner-up Washington & Jefferson College’s 626. The PAC Fall Invitational counts towards one half of the 72-hole total used to determine the 2009-10 PAC champion, which earns the conference’s automatic bid to the 2010 NCAA Division III Men’s Golf Championship. The final 36 holes will be played at Oak Tree in April of 2010. The Saints closed out their season on Oct. 3 when they played in the 18-hole Centre College Invitational in Danville, Ky.

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The Olympian Club Outlaws celebrate defeating the Campbell County Colts 12-4 and 3-2 in a double header to win the class B1 Waite C. Hoyt City Campionship Aug. 4. The Outlaws went 15-0 in the regular season. In third row are Coach Danny Eggers, Cody Roberson, Connar Wilson, Anthony Bell, D.J. Huegel, Kevin Smith, Carter Gehring and Coach Mike Bender. In second row are Josh Daniels, Korey Barton, J.T. Hood and Demonte Lewis. In first row are Nate Bender and Alex Vanover.

Winton Woods High School No. 1 singles player Chanel Williams holds a 10-1 record so far this season. The returning sophonore was first Team FAVC as a freshman. She is the third seed for the sectional tournament.

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EDITORIALS

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Support library

Most of the citizens of Hamilton County recognize that we are blessed with a terrific library system. Many of you may not know the library has one of the largest collections in the United States of information to trace your family history. The downtown location has the bulk of the materials; however, the Green Township, Anderson Township, Madeira and North Central branches also have numerous books about your ancestors who lived in Hamilton County. Because our library is so famous, it attracts genealogists from all over the United States who perform research on their families. Among its many unique resources the library has all available U.S. federal censuses for the

entire country from 1790 to 1930 and most of the early newspapers for Cincinnati on microfilm. The library sponsors many classes throughout the year to help people get started tracing their ancestry and to educate patrons about all of the wonderful resources that are available right here in Hamilton County. The Hamilton County Genealogical Society partners with the library throughout the year to provide educational opportunities and to donate materials. As president of the organization I urge you to support our library by voting for the levy in November and save all of its magnificent resources. Kenny Burck Carini Lane Greenhills

CH@TROOM Last week’s question

Do you plan to get either the regular flu shot or the H1N1 vaccine? Why or why not? “Yes to both. I’m pregnant so the benefits to baby and me outweigh the risks. A lot of the hysteria from the 1970s swine flu vaccine has been completely blown out of proportion, and so I don’t see the H1N1 shot as much different than the regular flu vaccine, which also changes every year based on the flu strain.” N.H. “Honestly, I haven’t decided. In years past, I never got the flu vaccine, and I can’t remember when I had the flu the last time. And the H1N1 vaccine is still not completely vetted. The regular flu vaccine is available at Walgreens for $24.99, and that isn’t too outrageous. If I were more certain that the H1N1 vaccine was extremely effective, I would probably get it when it is available. But I think I’ll pass on the regular shot – thanks for making me focus on this!” B.B. “I’ve already received the regular flu shot and I’ll get the H1N1 flu shot (‘Mexican Flu’ as it should properly be called) if there’s any left after those in the higher risk categories get theirs. No ethical slur intended, but it’s known as the Mexican Flu in the rest of the world.” R.V. “Both my wife and I got flu inoculations weeks ago and we plan to get H1N1 inoculations as soon as available. Suffering for a week with either disease is not worth the small inconvenience of getting the inoculation. There is no meaningful scientific support for the argument that it might give you the flu or produce other side effects. Negative reactions are

Next question Do you think early voting is a good idea, and do you plan to vote early? Every week The Hilltop Press asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answer to hilltoppress@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. rare. People who ignore the threat needlessly endanger their loved ones and others around them. Sure some will get the flu, even if they had the inoculation, but the symptoms will be less severe and there will be many fewer cases for those that too precautions. “Avoiding flu inoculations is one more risky behavior like unsafe sex, smoking, DUI, driving while texting. Like these other behaviors it puts others at risk. Unlike these behaviors, actually catching the flu is a way to get inoculated against getting that strain again, living proof that a higher power must look after the clinically clueless.” F.S.D. “I do not get flu shots. They are not guaranteed to prevent your getting the flu, seasonal or otherwise. A shot ‘can help’ to avoid the flu ‘up to 70 percent’ is not the same as saying a person has a 70 percent chance of not getting the flu. The wording indicates that the shots have the ability, not the certainty, of preventing the flu in 0 percent to 70 percent of those who get them. Even if the shots were free, I still wouldn’t take the chance of having side effects. Not good odds.” A.B. “I’ve already gotten my flu shot. As for the H1N1, my doctor said he is going to follow whatever recommendation the CDC comes out with for our age group. I’ll probably be a low priority.” M.K.T.

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 614-466-5980; 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; fax 614-719-3582. E-mail: district28@ ohr.state.oh.us • 29th District – Louis Blessing (R), can be reached in Cincinnati at 3672 Springdale Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45251, or call 513-385-1234. In Columbus, write him at the Ohio House of Representatives, 77 S. High St., 14th Floor, Columbus, OH., 43215-6111 or call him at 614-466-9091; fax: 614-719-3583.

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As a member of a group of Forest Park retirees concerned about the grave situation facing our Winton Woods schools, I urge all seniors to vote yess on Issue 55 (last page of ballot) on Nov. 3. There is an urgent pocketbook consideration for voting yes. If the levy fails yet again, our property values will be seriously threatened because parents will have strong reasons to avoid our school district or move away. Reasons such as no enriching extra-curricular activities – none – and the practical difficulties of parenting because their children are left unsupervised in the afternoon. There is also a moral reason to

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 vote yes for our kids: they have only one childhood. There are no childhood “re-dos” because they didn’t receive a good education the first time around. Our Winton Woods schools have made hardwon gains in quality, now threatened. When our kids were in school, seniors supported school levies because they understood the vital

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Book helps author speak for her parents We were recently honored with the presence of former Springdale resident Devin Parrish, in Glendale to speak and sign her book, “God’s Favorite 21st Century Angel: A Collection of Memories.” Writing it was a cleansing experience as she mourned her mother’s death. It would be unfair to rob you of the pleasure of reading the book, so I’ll do my best not to tell too much. Gladine Hill Parrish was born in tiny Chattaroy, W.V. From the age of 3, she played piano in similar communities around Kentucky border towns. She was living in Forest Park, married to her first husband and the mother of three children when Devin was conceived with William Parrish. Gladine was 43 and William was 20. He had come home to Glendale from college at the University of Missouri. While attending church, he saw Gladine playing the piano and the proverbial thunderbolt struck. She thought of him as a mere child, and initially was not impressed. After all, she was still a married woman. In spite of the attendant ramifications of their relationship, love endured, and she freely shared her story with others. Although Devin is her father’s only child, she has two brothers and a sister from her mother’s first marriage. In fact, Kathy and

Randy came by during this interview to see if they could assist with the reception at Glendale’s town hall. Gladine visited Devin in Evelyn Atlanta in Perkins 2004, bringing inforCommunity written mation about Press her childhood. columnist Not knowing what to do with it, she gave it to Devin, and died nine months later. Devin gave no thought to writing Gladine’s story until a year and a half after her mother’s death. Tired of constantly crying, she decided to write it for therapy. The first story in the book is titled, “Grief.” Gladine’s recollections serve as the foreword to Devin’s book, and connect the reader to Devin’s words. The book would be incomplete without it. Her father helped find a publisher, designed the cover and filled her in with details of the early stages of her parents’ relationship. Devin is a 1995 Princeton graduate who wrote for Odin’s Word and Princeton Online. She graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in English. While there, she interned

at the Cincinnati Post, Cincinnati Enquirer and Cincinnati Magazine. Her first professional job was as the monthly columnist for the Suburban Press. She worked as a production assistant for FOX 19 television, but wanted to relocate. She accepted a position at CNN around the time of the 9/11 tragedy, but there was a hiring freeze. Impressed with her, as well as her writing skills, they called a month later and she began working the Monday after Thanksgiving. As the senior scriptwriter for CNN, she arrives at work by 3 am to write for the 6-10 a.m. and 1011 p.m. anchors. It is apparent why she got the job. Warm, personable, well spoken, and attractive, she is a sterling example of what we unfortunately don’t see enough of on television. Rest assured the comments that set your teeth on edge are not Devin’s written words. She has learned to pick her battles, so unlike me, she doesn’t have a spasm every time the anchors use incorrect English. Evelyn Perkins writes a regular column about people and events in the TriCounty Press area. Send items for her column to 10127 Chester Road, Woodlawn, 45215, or call her directly at 772-7379.

When chips are down, how will we remember? Talking to a friend of mine today, he commented on how we are becoming a “Delete Society.” The idea intrigued me. His contention is that much – if not most – of our communication is now being done, on a daily basis, via Email and texting. It is very easy to delete these from our computers and thus from our lives. With every deletion, however, we risk losing important pieces of our existence that, in the past, would be kept and handed down. Allow me to elaborate. I received an E-mail from my mother-in-law stating that my wife’s uncle passed away. The cause, the date and other details were contained in that e-mail. In the past, we would have received a letter that would probably be kept in a box somewhere for future generations to discover. Instead, it is deleted, and subsequently gone forever. For centuries, letters have been handed down that provide not only valuable genealogical information, but snapshots of life as our ancestors knew it. Today, we marvel that our ancestors could easily die from pneumonia, in a world without antibiotics. Tomor-

row (I hope) our grandchildren may marvel that we could die of cancer. Photographs are even more subject to permanent loss. I Bruce Healey know that I Community often receive Press guest photographs of we have columnist events participated in, and they remain attached to E-mails that, unless I am scrupulously careful, end up getting lost or deleted. Even when we do transfer them from the Emails, they go into a digital file. We currently have hundreds, if not thousands, of anonymous photographs on our computer hard drives. Sometimes I will take a memory stick, load it with the best photographs and have them printed, and put them in an album with captions. More often than not, however, they sit in a digital file, awaiting the first computer meltdown to come my way, sending the pictures to sleep with the digital fishes. Our parents and grandparents would have taken fewer pictures,

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had them printed and selected a few to put in an album (picture development and printing used to be a fairly expensive process). Only a natural disaster such as a tornado or a fire could deprive future generations of the pleasure of seeing the lives of their grandparents and great-grandparents evolve. From this perspective, then, we are going back in time. For most people, tracing lineage or finding snippets of our ancestor’s lives before the 18th century is almost impossible. The vast majority of people led lives of quiet desperation, and simply trying to survive was so all consuming that they had little time or inclination to think of future generations. Besides, almost none of them could read or write anyway. So, for relatively brief period, we have been blessed with photographs on paper and the written word that combine to give us an idea from whence we came. Sadly, we are reverting to a time where so much knowledge was lost between generations. The irony in this is, of course, that we are living in “the age of information.” Bruce A. Healey is a resident of Blue Ash.

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Support of children garners honor State Sen. Bill Seitz (R – 8th District)) was recently named Legislator of the Year for 2009 by the Public Children Services Association of Ohio (PCSAO) for his strong support of Ohio’s child protection system both as a member of the Ohio House and now as a member of the Ohio Senate. The award was presented during the PCSAO annual conference in Dublin on Sept. 10. “I am honored and humbled to receive this important award,” said Seitz. “I have fought throughout my legislative career to ensure all our state’s young people, no matter their background, have the support and guidance necessary to grow and succeed.” In 2007, Seitz played a key role in crafting House Bill 214, which was designed to ensure foster parents have the training and preparation necessary to properly care for a foster child. In particular, he worked to secure a provision in the bill to protect confidential foster parent information from public record. Seitz last year also cosponsored Senate Bill 163, which was introduced in response to the abuse, neglect and trag-

ic death of Marcus Fiesel, a 3-yearo l d , Cincinnati area, foster child. The bill Seitz works to b e t t e r coordinate information sharing between placement agencies, public children services agencies and law enforcement. In addition, Seitz has consistently supported funding for communitybased, juvenile justice, mental health programs to help divert youth from Department of Youth Services’ institutions. “Whether a kid grows up in suburban Cincinnati, lives in foster care or has made some bad decisions and is now in a juvenile detention center, we should be concerned about their well-being, because it has a direct impact on the future of our state and local communities,” Seitz said. “With this in mind, I will continue to advocate in the Senate for policy that works to strengthen Ohio's child protection system and better opportunities for all children in the state.”

THINGS TO DO Santa Mouse boutique

34th Annual House of Santa Mouse craft boutique at St. John Neumann Church begins Thursday, Oct. 15, form 4-9 p.m. “adults only” preview and purchase night. A $5 admission charge for Thursday only includes a buffet of wine, cheese and tempting appetizers. Proceeds will benefit the church. The boutique continues with free admission from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday Oct. 17t, at the church, 12191 Mill Road, at the corner of Winton/Mill and John Gray roads. The boutique features quality handmade merchandise from 35 skilled crafters. Many one of a kind and collectible items are available. In addition, baked goods and soup and sandwiches will be offered during show hours. For more information, contact Linda Stenz 851-1604 or Jeneene Brengelman 6612828. The boutique is being organized by the St. John Neumann Women’s Organization.

Cruising on the lake

Winton Woods will host an Autumn Boat Ride at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, 10245 Winton Road. Enjoy the sights of autumn around the lake – see fall colors, wildlife and hear tales about why leaves change color. Cost is $3.50, $2.50 children and seniors. Registration required online by Oct. 8. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275.

Fun with pumpkins

The Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival will be 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Town Hall Park in College Hill, Larch and Belmont avenues. There will be crafts and

games for children, pony rides, crafts, scarecrow competition, farmers market, demonstrations, entertainment, food and more. Presented by College Hill Gardeners. Cost is $5 per child for guided activities; $2 pony ride only. For details call 681-1326.

On display

The Gallery, on Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s campus, will feature artist Jane Strohmeier’s “Of Elephants and Such” through Oct. 23. This particular exhibition will kick off Art Beyond Sight Awareness month, which is in October. Stohmeier’s works reveal the inherent intimacy between artist and gallery viewer. Art Beyond Sight Awareness month is an opportunity for people to join together to raise public awareness about making art and culture a part of life for children and adults affected by sight loss. The notion also recognizes that art education and exposure to the arts are crucial for advancement of many key issues in the education and rehabilitation of people who are blind. An artist reception will be from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at the Gallery at Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 7000 Hamilton Ave. in North College Hill. The Gallery is in Clovernook’s Procter Center and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment. Call 513-5223860 or visit www.clovernook.org for more information. It is at 7000 Hamilton Ave. in North College Hill.

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Ruth Keilen embroiders a sampler that will be for sale at the Oct. 16 bazaar and dinner at her North College Hill St. Paul United Church of Christ.

Dot Kahle, left, and Diane Banker examine the vintage hankies fashioned into this handmade quilt that will be auctioned off at their church’s Oct. 16 bazaar and dinner.

‘Critters’ show crafty side

By Heidi Fallon

hfallon@communitypress.com

They have a catchy nickname and the collective skills to churn out an array of handmade works of art. The Crafty Critters are a group of women at St. Paul United Church of Christ who use their talents to raise money for their North College Hill congregation. They meet every Monday morning at the church and get busy with the latest batch of quilts, embroidery and other projects. “One of the things we do is make prayer quilts,” said Diane Banker, Colerain Township. “We piece the quilts and then members of the church each tie a knot and say a prayer for the person it’s going to. “We give quilts to people in need, whether for medical reasons or some

other concern.” While those prayer quilts are lap size, the group recently completed a much larger quilt featuring vintage women’s hankies. Members of the congregation donated the hankies and the Critters appliquéd one in each block of the quilt. It will be raffled off at the Critters’ annual fall bazaar and dinner Friday, Oct. 16, at the church, 6997 Hamilton Ave. The Octoberfest is from 4-8 p.m. and includes a quilt show, craft sale of seasonal decorations, and a bratts and metts dinner from 4:30-7 p.m. “The money we make will be used to help with the weekly community HEIDI FALLON/STAFF dinners,” said Dot Kahle, North ColCarol Chalfin puts the final flourish on the Halloween lege Hill. “We have fun while we try to help decorations she was making for her congregation’s others.” upcoming bazaar.

You can’t get much greener than composting With summer a fading memory and fall right in our face, you’ll soon be finding yourself with a nice collection of spent flowers, frosted annual and perennial foliage, falling leaves, maybe a few extra grass clippings – all perfect additions for the compost pile. What? You don’t have a compost pile? Well, let’s take a look at how you can get started! Composting is a practical and convenient way to handle yard trimmings such as leaves, excess grass, chipped brush, plant cuttings, etc., and it’s a better option than sending this yard waste to the landfills. The results of your composting efforts will be one of the best soil amendments that no money can buy. By combining your yard trimmings and other clean yard or vegetable wastes with soil or garden fertilizer (synthetic or natural), keeping the pile properly moistened and turned, the compost pile begins to heat and cook as the bacteria and fungi break down the ingredients. It’s almost like a science project, and the compost equation is: carbon + nitrogen + water + air = COMPOST!

What can I compost?

Leaves, grass clippings, plant refuse, wood chips, sod, livestock manures, vegetative kitchen scraps, weeds, straw, pine needles, dead plants, aquarium water/algae and plants, some newspapers, wood ash, egg shells, coffee grounds and lots more. Stay away from meat, bones, dairy products, cat/dog feces, cooking oils, things sprayed with pesticides, even

insects and diseased plants.

Locating your pile

Find an out of sight area that is welldrained, away from tree roots, not in the Ron Wilson shade, and accessible with a garden In the garden hose. Remove any sod underneath so the pile will be in direct contact with the soil.

Do I need a compost bin?

Composting does not require a bin, but bins do help to keep the pile neat and easier to handle. Bins need to be at least 3x3x3 feet to heat properly. A 5x5x5 foot bin is a much nicer size to work with. Ready made bins are available, or can be made with concrete blocks, chicken wire, fencing, wooden slats, etc. The sides must be designed to allow proper air flow to the pile. You may even consider the compost tumblers (best for smaller yards) for ease of turning the pile.

Creating a compost pile?

There are many methods to building a compost pile, including simply piling up the yard waste and letting Mother Nature do her thing. It may take longer, but eventually, the waste will break down. Here are a few ways to speed up the process and get that pile “cooking.” Layer the materials you’ll be using in your compost pile. 6-8 inches of

materials, a little fertilizer (synthetic or natural), some garden soil, moisten, layer again, and again until reaching the 3-to-5-foot height. Now it’s up to you to help monitor proper moisture levels as the composting begins. Turning the pile will begin about one week after the initial pile is made. Move the inside of the pile to the outside. When your pile is really cooking, it will heat to 140-160 degrees in the middle! Your finished compost will be dark in color, crumbly in nature, and have an “earthy” smell. The pile should be reduced to one-third to a half its original size. And yes, the process will be a bit slower during the winter season.

Composting tips

If the compost has a bad smell, turn it to provide more air. If the center is dry, moisten and turn the pile. If the compost is damp and warm only in the middle, the pile is too small. If the pile is damp and sweet smelling but still won’t heat up, add nitrogen. And remember, yard waste will compost quicker when finely ground. Good luck! For more information, visit the Ohio State University extension composting Web site at http://tinyurl.com/2lkv6. 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

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October 7, 2009

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, O C T . 8

ART EXHIBITS

PRESENCE ‘Encountering God’s Healing Power,’ 10 a.m.-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church, 5742 Hamilton Ave. Atrium Gallery. Exhibit of the arts featuring paintings, photographs and musical compositions by Jessica Bechtel, Linda Crank, Holly Hovater Risch, Barry and Lynn Carlin. Free. Presented by Arts Revival of College Hill. 541-5676; www.chpc.org. College Hill. Of Elephants and Such, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 7000 Hamilton Ave. Ceramic sculpture and pottery by Jane Strohmeier. Through Oct. 23. 522-3860. North College Hill.

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; www.so-nkysdf.com. Greenhills. Line Dance Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Line dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 3216776. Springfield Township.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m., Parky’s Farm, 10037 Daly Road. Sneak preview. Admission is $3. Non-scary lighted displays, hay rides, magic and puppet shows, fun house, synchronized light show to music, outdoor playground and more. Magic of Phil Dalton 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. nightly plus 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Madcap Puppets at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. nightly, 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. F R I D A Y, O C T . 9

ART EXHIBITS

Fleming Road United Church of Christ Art Show Artists’ Reception, 6-8:30 p.m., Fleming Road United Church of Christ, 691 Fleming Road. Variety of original art, including watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, pottery, ceramics and photography. 336-7752. Springfield Township. PRESENCE ‘Encountering God’s Healing Power,’ 10 a.m.-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church. Free. 541-5676; www.chpc.org. College Hill. Of Elephants and Such, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860. North College Hill.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m., Parky’s Farm, $6; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

RECREATION

Glow Disc Golf, 7 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. $5, $3 to rent Frisbee; vehicle permit required. Registration required online by Oct. 7. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township. S A T U R D A Y, O C T . 1 0

ART EXHIBITS

Fleming Road United Church of Christ Art Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Fleming Road United Church of Christ, 336-7752. Springfield Township. PRESENCE ‘Encountering God’s Healing Power,’ 10 a.m.-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church. Free. 541-5676; www.chpc.org. College Hill.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Depression Education Group, 9:30-11 a.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Class provides information about common symptoms of depression, available treatments, how to gain access to treatment and what should be expected, and how our thoughts, stress, lifestyle and spirituality impact mood, coping strategies and success stories. Free. Registration required. 9315777. Finneytown. S U N D A Y, O C T . 1 1

ART EXHIBITS

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Skirts and Shirts, 7:30 p.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Plus level Western-style square and round dance club. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 26. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.

COMMUNITY DANCE

International Folk Dancing, 8:30-11 p.m., Twin Towers, 5343 Hamilton Ave. Soft-soled shoes recommended. No partner needed. Instruction 8:30-9:15 p.m. Family friendly. $5 donation. 541-6306. College Hill.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m., Parky’s Farm, $6; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township. Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Town Hall Park, Larch and Belmont avenues. $5 per child for guided activities; $2 pony ride only. Crafts and games for children, pony rides, crafts, scarecrow competition, farmers market, demonstrations, entertainment, food and more. 681-1326. College Hill.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Acoustic Jam/Open Mic Night, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Poor Michael’s, 11938 Hamilton Ave. 825-9958. Colerain Township.

MUSIC - BLUES

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

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 8 a.m.7 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Ohio state fishing license required. Free fishing, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Greater Cincinnati Decorative Painters Meeting, 11:45 p.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Project is treas-

PROVIDED.

Jane Strohmeier’s “Of Elephants and Such” is the featured exhibit at the Gallery at the Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 7000 Hamilton Ave. through Oct. 23. The exhibition kicks off Art Beyond Sight Awareness Month. The Gallery, located in Clovernook’s Procter Center, is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment. Call 5223860 or visit www.clovernook.org for more information.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m., Parky’s Farm, $6; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

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. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427. North College Hill. North College Hill Community Concerns Meeting, 7-9 p.m. Meet the Candidates Forum. For residents to make informed voting decisions on Nov. 3. Questions welcome., North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. All residents welcome. Presented by North College Hill Community Concerns Group. 521-3462. North College Hill.

MUSIC - JAZZ

DANCE CLASSES

ure boxes to be donated to patients at Shriners Hospital. Open to all painters, all experience levels and new members and guests. Free. Registration required for class. Www.gcdapainters.com; www.gcdapainters.com. Springfield Township.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Sunday Jazz Brunch, noon Mike Wade Trio., Cincinnati Grill, 4 Endicott St., Music starts at 4 p.m. $14.99 with brunch; $5 jazz only. Reservations recommended. 742-1900. Greenhills.

NATURE

Autumn Boat Ride, 6 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Cruise Winton Lake to see fall colors, wildlife and hear tales about why leaves change color. $3.50, $2.50 children and seniors. Registration required online by Oct. 8. 521-7275. 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; www.so-nkysdf.com. North College Hill.

PUBLIC HOURS

Winton Woods Fishing Boathouse, 8 a.m.7 p.m., Winton Woods. Free fishing, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township. M O N D A Y, O C T . 1 2

ART EXHIBITS

PRESENCE ‘Encountering God’s Healing Power,’ 10 a.m.-7 p.m., College Hill Presbyterian Church. Free. 541-5676; www.chpc.org. College Hill. Of Elephants and Such, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860. North College Hill.

COMMUNITY DANCE

Mount Healthy Square Dance Class, 6:30 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave. Unicorners Square Dance Club beginner square dance class for singles and couples. Partners not guaranteed. Free, donations requested. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Dec. 28. 235-4503. Mount Healthy.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Job Search Support Group, 1:30-3 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Consultants teach on topics to help with job search. Participants share leads and résumés. Free. Registration required. 9315777. Finneytown. T U E S D A Y, O C T . 1 3

ART EXHIBITS

PROVIDED

The Cincinnati Art Museum opens its new exhibit, “Roaring Tigers, Leaping Carp: Decoding the Symbolic Language of Chinese Animal Painting,” Friday, Oct. 9. The pieces in the exhibit show the hidden language of Chinese animal symbolism and reveal stories about Chinese history and culture. It is open through Jan. 3. A kickoff party is 9 p.m. to midnight Oct. 9. To coincide with the exhibit, the museum celebrates the animal kingdom with family-friendly, free Wild Weekends 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18, and the third weekend in November and December. Visit www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Pictured is the anonymous ink and color on silk, “Tiger (detail)” from the Yuan dynasty (1279-1368.) It is from the National Palace Museum, Republic of China (Taiwan).

BUSINESS MEETINGS

Mount Healthy Business Association Monthly Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Dinner available at 6 p.m. for nominal donation. Just One More, 7511 Hamilton Ave., banquet room. Dinner available at 6 p.m. for nominal donation. Free. 923-1985. Mount Healthy.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Holistic Health and Wellness Group, 7-9 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Learn simple and effective self-care techniques. Dress comfortably for gentle movement. Free. Registration recommended. 9315777. Finneytown. Grief Support Group, 7-9 p.m., Northminster Presbyterian Church, 703 Compton Road. Information on adjusting to change in life and grief over loss, cherishing positive memories, giving up unrealistic expectations that may lead to guilt and frustration, developing strong support system, finding sources of self-esteem and reducing stress. Free. Presented by Family Life Center. 931-5777. Finneytown.

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MUSIC - JAZZ

The Rashon Murph Trio, 7:30 p.m., Cincinnati Grill, 4 Endicott St., $5. 742-1900. Greenhills.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Lose it for Life, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Create and work personal plan to maintain your weight-management lifestyle. Free. Registration recommended. 931-5777. Finneytown. Travel Guides for the Second Fifty Years, 7-8:30 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Develop personal travel plan, covering everything from financial tips and second careers to “Aging and Saging,” with stops in-between for planning healthy life, downsizing and moving. Free. Registration requested. 931-5777. Finneytown. Divorce Support Group, 7-9 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Information on getting over loss of partner, grief over being single, giving up unrealistic expectations that lead to unneeded guilt and frustration, developing strong support. Free. Registration required. 931-5777. Finneytown. T H U R S D A Y, O C T . 1 5

ART EXHIBITS

Of Elephants and Such, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 522-3860. North College Hill.

CIVIC

Plan Cincinnati Community Informational Meetings, 6-8 p.m., College Hill Recreation Center, 5545 Belmont Ave. Citizens invited to learn about the comprehensive plan and how to help. Feedback encouraged. Free. 3524845; www.plancincinnati.org. College Hill.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

VFW Post 7340 Monthly Meeting, 7:30 p.m., VFW Post 7340 Charles R. Gailey, 8326 Brownsway Lane, Presented by VFW Post 7340. 521-7340. Colerain Township. Hamilton County Park District Board of Park Commissioners Meeting, 1 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. 5217275. Springfield Township.

CRAFT SHOWS

House of Santa Mouse Craft Show Boutique, 4-9 p.m., St. John Neumann Church, 12191 Mill Road. Preview and purchase night. Includes wine cheese and appetizers. Adults only. $5. Juried show includes handmade merchandise from 35 crafters. Baked goods, soup and sandwiches available. Benefits St. John Neumann Church. 851-1604; www.sjnevents.org. Springfield Township.

DANCE CLASSES

Royal Rounds - Advanced Workshop, 1 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, $5. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Greenhills. Line Dance Class, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, $4. 321-6776. Springfield Township.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN

Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m., Parky’s Farm, $6; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

W E D N E S D A Y, O C T . 1 4

ART EXHIBITS

COMMUNITY DANCE

Swing Dance Class, 8 p.m.-9 p.m., College Hill Town Hall, 1805 Larch Ave., Studio A. Beginner to intermediate East Coast Swing, with elements of Charleston and Vintage Jazz. $10. Through Dec. 16. 591-1222; www.cdt-dance.org. College Hill.

DANCE CLASSES

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; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.

HOLIDAY - HALLOWEEN Halloween Nights, 6-10 p.m. Candy Treat Night., Parky’s Farm, $6; vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

PROVIDED

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden brings HallZOOween back from noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 10-11, Oct. 17-18 and Oct. 24-25. Kids can trick-or-treat around the zoo and see an animal version of trick-or-treating with Pumpkin Pandemonium. There is also magic, train rides, a pumpkin patch and more. HallZOOween is free with park admission. Admission is $13, adults; $9, ages 2-12; and free for under 2. Visit www.cincinnatizoo.org.

Life

October 7, 2009

Checking our images of God One of the attractions to the recent novel, “The Shack,” seems to be the different images used for the Triune-God. Archie would have condemned the book. Certainly there is a need to recognize the stability and steadfastness of God. The psalmists often used descriptive words like “fortress” and “rock” to do this. What must be remembered is that God is an absolute mystery. St. Anselm described God as “The One beyond that is

able to be thought.” That means in our dealings with God we must develop a tolerance for ambiguity. In his book “God, The Oldest Question,” William J. O’Malley, S.J., writes, “I do believe that the Holy Spirit is a feminine principle within God, just as the book of Wisdom pictures her. “But in my experience, God is … far more masculine (challenging, rational, decisive, unbending) than feminine (cherishing, enfolding, mothering, consoling.)

Again in my experience, if God is a ‘she,’ God is one damn tough cookie.” The parables of Jesus Christ are stories about people, but their real plot is about the heart of God. Notice that there is always an element of astonishment, surprise and the unexpected in them. The measured expectations of those hearing them are shattered. God was always more than anticipated. John Shea writes, “As Mark says, ‘He was too

ulate, suspiciously like ourselves, the wideness of whose m e r c y we’ve cut down to Father Lou s i z e . ” Guntzelman What we get then is Perspectives not God. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@ communitypress.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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Humans have a strong tendency to categorize things. Then we paste our categories in a mental book titled, “Things I Know For Sure.” This makes us feel more secure but less enthralled. Often it takes a crisis to rediscover how something old can be new again. St. Augustine has always intrigued me. After his conversion to Christianity, he wrote a prayer that began, “Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever new …” Imagine that! Not perceiving God in the typical category of being judgmental, severe or powerful – but beautiful. God is a frequent recipient of our familiarizing. God never grows up in our minds, never becomes new, exciting and breathtaking. He remains an old grandfatherly man or mean-spirited critic. To expand the quality of our lives, G.K. Chesterton once said that our spiritual and psychological task is to learn to look at familiar things until they become unfamiliar again. This holds true whether the familiar thing be a flower, a snowfall, a job or even God. Mystics call this process “awakening.” Most of our lives we just go on turning the pages of our mental book, “Things I Know For Sure.” Our pictures of God were pasted there when we were kids. Now they’re cracked, sepia-colored, and a little dusty. Archie Bunker had a large album of them to which he referred frequently.

much for them.’ Like a woman who loves too much, like ointment that costs too much and is spilled too much, like a seventytimes-seven God who forgives too much.” Today we like a housebroken God, a God we can keep on a leash, who has predictable habits, doesn’t generate questions, and makes sense by our logic. Author Kathleen Norris writes: “One so often hears people say, ‘I just can’t handle it,’ when they reject a biblical image of God as Father, Mother, as Lord and Judge, God as a lover… God on a cross. … If we seek a God we can ‘handle’ that will be exactly what we get – a God we can manip-

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Life

October 7, 2009

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Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renaissance chicken pie served in bread bowls

Originally from Kathy Kneipp, a Clermont County reader. She loves history and taught her kids about the Renaissance by having them help her prepare a Renaissance meal. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my adaptation: 2 frying chickens, cut up 1 teaspoon garlic powder (opt.) 1 small onion, cut up 4 tablespoons butter 1 â &#x201E;2 cup flour 1 cup milk Broth from chicken Salt and pepper to taste Fill a pan with enough water to cover chicken, add garlic powder and onion, but do not add the chicken yet. Bring water to a boil. Lower heat then add chicken. Simmer until tender. Remove chicken, let cool and remove from bones. Reserve broth. Melt butter in a skillet, whisk in flour and cook slowly for one minute. Add

1 cup milk and 1â &#x201E;2 cup chicken broth and stir carefully. Add another 1â &#x201E;2 cup broth. Season everything with salt and pepper. Place chicken on a serving platter and pour sauce over and serve. To serve in bread bowls: Cut off top of round loaf of bread. Hollow out bottom 2â &#x201E;3, and set the reserved bread aside. In preheated 350 degree oven, toast the hollowed out bread round along with the reserved pieces for a few minutes. Pour the chicken topped with sauce into bread bowl. Use chunks of reserved bread to dunk into bowl and to act as a utensil.

Old West pulled pork barbecue

In the Old West you had to raise the pig, butcher it, smoke the hams, etc. Lucky for us we can just go to the grocery where the pork is neatly wrapped, ready to cook. Cook a pork loin roast in 3 cups water with a diced onion, a teaspoon or so minced garlic, salt and pepper to taste, in the crockpot until done (about three hours on high, five hours on low). When cool, shred. Measure out 1 quart broth from cooked meat. Add to that: 1 bottle ketchup 1 â &#x201E;2 cup mustard 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon paprika (opt.) 1 â &#x201E;2 to 1 cup brown sugar 1 bay leaf 2 slices lemon 1 tablespoon each: vinegar and Worcestershire sauce Dash or two Tabasco sauce (opt.) Cook 10 minutes, remove bay leaf and add meat that has been shredded. Put all back in crockpot and cook 30 minutes

Food fests

â&#x20AC;˘ Renaissance Festival, Harveysburg, Ohio. Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. through Oct. 25.

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The number of requests for these recipes is growing each day: â&#x20AC;˘ Like Syktop Biggâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chicken salad â&#x20AC;˘ Mioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creamy garlic salad dressing â&#x20AC;˘ Strawberry lasagna like Bravoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ, Augusta, Ky.

Rooting out recipes

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m cloning a recipe now for Entenmannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pound cake and will share it hopefully soon. Also a recipe for roasted garlic potatoes using whole cloves. 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.

Winton Woods hosting special horse show The Winton Woods Riding Center will host its fourth annual Horses Helping Humans Special Ridersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Horse Show beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, The event provides an opportunity for special needs riders to enter a competitive horse show with classes placed according to their abilities. The Horses Helping Humans Show is held during the regular Open Horse Show and will feature Winton Woods Riding Centersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Special Riders Program students, Special Olympics athletes and any other â&#x20AC;&#x153;abledâ&#x20AC;? riders who choose to enter. Competitors will be judged in five classes with four divisions per class (supported and independent) including: walk, walk/trot, English and western equitation, barrel racing, English and western trail and costume class. Ribbons will be awarded for first through sixth place at the end of each class division. The competition will be

held in the indoor arena at the Winton Woods Riding Center. Helmets and boots/solid shoes will be required for riders and protective footwear is recommended for all side-walkers helping supported riders. The Winton Woods Riding Center cannot provide horses to riders other than its Special Riders Program and Special Olympics athletes. There is plenty of trailer parking and everyone is encouraged to come and compete. The Horses Helping Humans Horse Show classes are $8.00 per class and registration is due by Oct. 14. Riders can register online at GreatParks.org or by calling the Winton Woods Riding Center at 513-9313057. Winton Woods Riding Center is at 10073 Daly Road. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual; $2 daily) is required to enter the parks.

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Blood drive

The Springfield Township Fire Department has a blood drive from 2-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12 at the fire station at 9150 Winton Road. Donations will be made in the fire training room for Hoxworth Blood Center. Call 521-7578 to schedule an appointment.

Seat vacant

The City of North College Hill City School District is looking for volunteers to fill a vacant seat on the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recreation commission. There are five members on the commission, two of whom are appointed by the school district. Any resident of North College Hill may apply for the vacant position by sending a letter of interest to the attention of: Gary Gellert, North College Hill Board of Education, 1498 W. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati 45231 by Nov. 1. For more information, call 931-8181.

Meeting change

The Finneytown Local School District Board of Education regular meeting has been moved to Monday, Oct. 12, because of a schedule conflict. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the secondary campus media center, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace. An open forum is at 7 p.m. providing an opportunity for citizens to address the board and for board members to receive information and feedback from the public.

Family fun

The Mount Healthy Alliance has an afternoon of family food from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. It will on the grounds at 7615 Harrison Ave., adjacent the Mount Healthy school district offices. There will be a free lunch from noon to 3 p.m. with music, games and prizes for children and family activities.

Music by Faith

Faith Lutheran Church, 8265 Winton Road, is having a Music by Faith event from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, followed by a cookie reception. There will be a wide array of music performed to entertain all ages including strolling acoustic instruments outside the church to welcome people. Those attending are asked to bring a canned good to the event to benefit the Finneytown schools PTA holiday basket program.

Feel better

The Chiropractic and Wellness Center, 8700 Winton Road, has a free program on dealing with stress and feeling better at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27. The center asks for those planning to attend to call for a reservation at 931-4300.

Notice available

Finneytown Local School District financial statements for the fiscal year ended June

Chili Fest

The La Salle High School choral program hosts its sixth annual Chili Fest, sponsored by Gold Star Chili, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, at the school, 3091 North B e n d Road. Tickets are $7.50, $5 for children 10 and younger, which includes dinner, drink, dessert and entertainment by the choral members, which will perform at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. There will be a raffle drawing for theme baskets and split-the-pot. All proceeds benefit the La Salle choral program.

TV election talk

Waycross Community Media videotaped an election forum for Issue 55, the Winton Woods schools levy. It can be viewed on Time Warner Cable, Channel 23, at the following times: Dates and times Oct. 12 at 9:30 p.m. on channel 23; Oct. 16 - 3 p.m. on channel 23; Oct. 17 - 6 p.m. on channel 23; Oct. 20 - 3 p.m. on channel 23; Oct. 21 - 8:30 a.m. on channel 23; Oct. 25 - 3 p.m. on channel 23; Oct. 26 - 9 a.m. on channel 23; Oct. 28 - 9 p.m. on channel 23.

Issues on agenda at Democratic club

Tim Cleary, vice president of the Winton Woods school district board of education, will present the needs of the schools at the Thursday night, Oct. 8, meeting of the Springfield Township Democratic Club. Winton Woods is seeking approval of a 7.95-mill, 10year, emergency levy. The Novermber election will be the district's fifth attempt to pass a levy. A previous proposal was defeated at a special election in August. Also speaking at the Democratic club meeting will be a representative of the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal, speaking on behalf of Issue 6, the renewal and reduction of the center's levy. The levy would generate $16.2 million over five years for occupancy costs and maintenance at Union Terminal, owned by Cincinnati and Hamilton County taxpayers. The levy would cost $4.44 per year for the owner of a $100,000 home. In addition, representatives from Organizing for America, which supports the Obama administration's push for health-insurance reform, will make a presentation. The group is an extension of the grassroots movement formed during last year's Obama campaign. The presentations begin at 8 p.m., following the club business meeting at 7 p.m. The Springfield Township Democratic Club meets at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the township's senior center, behind the township offices and firehouse at 9150 Winton Road, near Compton Road.

Immigration talk

The second of several panel discussions on immigration reform will take place from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at John Wesley United Methodist Church, 1927 W. Kemper Road, Springfield Township. The free program is called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breaking Bread and Barriersâ&#x20AC;? and includes a presentation from immigrant speakers,

video clips and a questionand-answer session. Food will be served. The event aims to draw attention to the need for immigration reform. Information: 513520-3703 or 513621-5991.

McAuley preschool

The McAuley High School child development classes will offer a preschool program to area youngsters again this fall. The free classes will be held in the mornings, for varying amounts of time, on Oct. 13, Oct. 19, Oct. 23, Oct. 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. The classes are planned and presented by McAuley students under the supervision of Diane Gibson, teacher of the child development class. To enroll a child, call Gibson at 681-1800, ext. 2275.

Academic fair

Winton Woods City Schools will hold an Academic Achievement Fair at 6 :30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at Winton Woods High School, 1231 W. Kemper Road. The event will showcase the best of the academic programs throughout the district for parents and community members. Principals will share highlights from each level, giving parents an opportunity to learn more about the programs in each building. Displays will be set up throughout the lobby and cafeteria to highlight special academic activities. There will also be performances from the music departments and artwork from the art department.

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Hearty tooth

Last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scavenger Hunt clue was off the sign to Kingdom Family Dentistry on Waycross Road in Forest Park. No one had the right answer. Turn to A1 for this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clue. field Township Senior Center can make an appointment at the center or by calling 5221154; all others will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. For information about Maxim's flu shot program, visit www.findaflushot.com.

Vehicle permits available

The Hamilton County Park District's 2010 motor vehicle permits are now available for purchase at all visitor centers, golf courses, ranger stations and online at www.greatparks.org. In addition, the 2010 MVPs will continue the Resident

Reward for Hamilton County citizens, who will receive a $5 gift certificate that can be applied towards activities such as golf, camping, fishing, boating, picnicking and more. Included with every 2010 MVP purchase is a free 2010 Great Parks Visitor Guide that contains detailed information and maps about each park as well as information about recreational activities. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual; $2 daily) is required to enter the parks. Armleder and Fernbank Parks are cooperative ventures with the Cincinnati Park Board; a

motor vehicle permit is not required. For more information, visit www.greatparks.org or call 521-7275.

Lobenstein Farm

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The Fleming Road United Church of Christ, 691 Fleming Road in Springfield Township, will hold an art show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11, inside the Fellowship Hall. An artists' reception is 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. The show has a fine arts focus, featuring works in watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, pottery and ceramics, photography, wood carving, fiber media and computer graphics. Some of the artists have work for sale. For more information, call Mary Lasonczyk at 336-7752.

30, 2009, are available for public inspection in the Board of Education office at 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace.

Blood drive

The annual Springfield Township Fire Department Hoxworth blood drive is 2 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in the fire training room at 9150 Winton Road. Call 521-7578 to schedule an appointment.

Commission opening

Residents of North College Hill interested in a position on the North College Hill Recreation Commission should send a letter of interest to the attention of: Gary Gellert, North College Hill Board of Education, 1498 W. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231 by Nov. 1. The commission is composed of five members, three appointed by the city of North College Hill and two by the North College Hill Board of Education. Currently there is one opening on the board.

Dinner and quilt show

The St. Paul United Church of Christ Oktoberfest Dinner & Quilt Show is 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at the church, 6997 Hamilton Ave. The evening includes a quilt show and raffle, handmade basket sale and church bazaar. Tickets are $8 or $4 for children age 12 and younger for the dinner. Quilt raffle tickets are $1 or 6 for $5. For more information, call 931-2205.

Flu shots

Flu and pneumonia shots will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at the Springfield Township Senior & Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. The cost is $30 for flu shots, $45 for pneumonia shots. Maxim Health Services will provide the shots and bill Medicare Part B or participating health plans for recipients with proof of valid coverage. Those without Medicare or a participating health care plan will receive with receipts to seek reimbursement. Members of the Spring-

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Decorative artists work on treasure boxes Oct. 11 The Greater Cincinnati Decorative Artists will have its monthly meeting at 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Springfield Township Senior Center located at 9158 Winton Road, Finneytown. The members range in experience from beginners to certified teachers with many years of experience in

Evelyn Place Monuments

Quality Granite & Bronze Monuments & Markers

858-6953

The group sponsors painting classes, seminars and an annual retreat off site. watercolor, sketching, oils, colored pencil and acrylics. Members are from the Tristate area, new members, guests and the public are welcome. The group also sponsors painting classes, seminars and an annual retreat off site. Go to www.GCDA-

Owner: Pamela Poindexter

evelynplacemonuments.com 4952 Winton Rd. • Fairfield

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painters.com for the newsletter. The group will be working on treasure boxes which will be donated to the patients at Shriner’s Hospital. The annual Preview Party featuring projects for the annual retreat will be on Sunday, Nov. 1, at Mercy Franciscan West Park Retirement Center. The painting retreat will be held in April 2010. For more details on the meeting and Preview Party visit the Web site at www.GCDApainters.com.

Tyler’s Run set for Oct. 10 By Jennie Key jkey@communitypress.com

INDEPENDENT BAPTIST

LUTHERAN

Friendship Baptist Church 8580 Cheviot Rd 741-7017 Gary Jackson, Senior Pastor Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Morning Services 8:45 & 11:00am 6:30pm Sunday Evening Services Wednesday Service 7:00pm AWANA (Wed) 7:00 - 8:45pm

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Well staffed Nursery, Active Youth & College Groups, Exciting Music Dept, Seniors Group, Deaf Ministry www.friendshipbaptistcincinnati.org

BAPTIST Creek Road Baptist Church 3906 Creek Rd., Sharonville, Cincinnati, OH 513-563-2410 elder@creekroad.org Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Worship 10:45am, 6:00pm Wednesday Worship 7:00pm Pastor, Rev. David B Smith

ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Martin Dr Porres Catholic Church

9927 Wayne Ave * Lincoln Hts, Ohio 45215 513-554-4010 Pastor: Fr Thomas Difolco African American in History & Heritage Roman Catholic in Faith & Practice Services: Saturday at 7:00p & Sunday at 10:00a You are always welcome at St. Martin de Porres

CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You

EPISCOPAL ChristChurchGlendaleEpiscopalChurch 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote The Reverend Laura L Chace, Deacon 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-11 Healing intercessory prayer all services

LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church (LCMS)

3301 Compton Rd (1 block east of Colerain) 385-8342 Sunday School & Bible Class (all ages) 9:45am Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Saturday Evening Worship 5:30pm A great community church in a great community! Also home to Little Bud Preschool 385-8404 enrolling now! Visit our website: www.church-lcms.org

Faith Lutheran Church 8265 Winton Rd., Finneytown www.faithcinci.org Pastor Robert Curry Contemporary Service 9am Traditional Service 11:00am

Sunday School 10:15

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH 9:30 am Traditional Service 11:00 am Contemporary Service 4695 Blue Rock Road Colerain Township South of Ronald Reagan and I-275 923-3370 www.hopeonbluerock.org

Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS 5921 Springdale Rd 1mi west of Blue Rock

Rev Lyle Rasch, Pastor

Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:20 am Traditional Service and Hymnbook

www.lutheransonline.com/joinus

385-7024

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

“Growing Closer to God, Growing Closer to Neighbor”

www. trinitymthealthy.org 513-522-3026

1553 Kinney Ave, Mt. Healthy

Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided

Pastor Todd A. Cutter

UNITED METHODIST Christ, the Prince of Peace United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. Joe Hadley, Pastor Church School for all ages 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpop-umc.org “Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "Get In The Game: Listen To The Coach"

Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am Nursery Care Provided

Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor

FOREST CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

PROVIDED.

Pat Hull, of Fairfield, Eileen Hanlon, of Anderson Township, and Yvonne Thomas of Barnsburg, are admiring the bricks painted by members for the Breast Cancer Auction.

The 12th annual Tyler’s Run is Saturday, Oct. 10, at Miami Whitewater Park, 9001 Mt. Hope Road. Registration is from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and the race start time is 9 a.m. for the 5k walk/run and 10k run. This year Lord’s Gym is organizing a Pump and Run. Athletes can bench press a percentage of their body weight based upon an age and gender handicap,

and earn a 30-second time reduction off their run for each bench press repetition. The run is in memory of Tyler Frey who was born on Oct. 30, 1996, the third son of Mark and Kelly Frey and the younger brother to Josh and Cody. Just 12 days after his first Christmas on Jan. 6, 1997, Tyler died from SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) at just 68 days old. Tyler had just been given a clean bill of health at his 2 month check up.

That same year Tyler’s uncle, Bob Duncan, of Wheelie Fun, decided to hold a 5K Run/Walk and Duathlon in memory of Tyler. The first annual Tyler’s Run was at Lebanon Raceway on Oct. 11, 1997. It raised $12,000. The Tyler’s Run Foundation Inc. was founded in 2004. For registration and information, visit the Web site at www.tylersrun.com. For information on the Pump and Run, visit www. pumpandrunrace.com.

EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH

Sunday School Hour (for all ages) 9:15 - 10:15am Worship Service - 10:30 to 11:45am (Childcare provided for infants/ toddlers) Pastor: Rich Lanning Church: 2191 Struble Rd Ofﬁce: 2192 Springdale Rd

B E C A U S E E V E RY M O M E N T C O U N T S

542-9025

Visitors Welcome www.eccfellowship.org

PRESBYTERIAN Northminister Presbyterian Church 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Transforming Lives for Jesus Christ Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors

680 W Sharon Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45240

513-825-3040

Traditional Service: 8:30 & 11:00am ConneXion Contemporary Service: 11:00am Sunday School: 9:30am

Monfort Heights United Methodist Church

3682 West Fork Rd , west of North Bend Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:44am

Nursery Available * Sunday School 513-481-8699 * www. mhumc.org Spiritual Checkpoint ... Stop In For An Evaluation!

Mt Healthy United Methodist Church

Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Worship 11:30 - 12:30 Healing Service, last Sunday of the month at 5 pm "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".

Sharonville United Methodist

8:15 & 11am Traditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services

3751 Creek Rd.

513-563-0117

www.sharonville-umc.org

NON-DENOMINATIONAL HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com

VINEYARD CHURCH NORTHWEST COLERAIN TOWNSHIP Three Weekend Services! Saturday - 5:30 pm Sunday - 9:30 & 11:15 am 9165 Round Top Rd (1/4 mi. so. of Northgate Mall)

513-385-4888 www.vcnw.org

Northwest Community Church 8745 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available

Salem White Oak Presbyterian

Church By The Woods PC(USA) Sun Worship 10:00am Childcare Provided 3755 Cornell Rd 563-6447 www.ChurchByTheWoods.org ............................................

Taiwanese Ministry 769-0725

2:00pm

3:30pm

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ 691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney

Sunday School - All Ages - 9:15am Sunday Worship - 10:30am

Nursery Provided

St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale

Pastor: Jessica Taft 385-9077 Sunday Worship: 10:30am Sunday School: 9:15am

Nursery Available/Handicap Access

www.stpaulucccolerain.org

St Paul - North College Hill

6997 Hamilton Ave 931-2205 Rev. Virginia Duffy, Interim Minister Lollie Kasulones, Minister for Program Evelyn Osterbrock, Minister for Children Sundays: Music & Announcement 9:45am Worship at 10:00am Sunday School and Child Care Nurtured And Fellowship Groups For All Ages www.stpaulnch.org

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Donald Day

Donald S. Day, 71, died Sept. 25. Survived by son Raymond Day; grandchildren Cameron, Alex Day; brother Walter Day; Toni Blackburn, Lisa Wetterich, Christopher, Brian Jensen. Services were Oct. 1 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to the Hospice of Cincinnati or American Cancer Society.

Mitcheline Huddle

Mitcheline Redmon Huddle, 71, died Sept. 26. Survived by son Dave Huddle; grandchildren Austin, Adam, Josh; brother Paul Redmon. Preceded in death by brother Jim Redmon. Services were Oct. 1 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: Little Sisters of the Poor, 476 Riddle Road, Cincinnati, OH 45220.

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| DEATHS | Editor Marc Emral | memral@communitypress.com | 853-6264

Ronald Larason

Ronald G. Larason, 76, Springfield Township, died Sept. 22. He was a member of McMakin Lodge 120 F&AM. Survived by wife Joan Larason; children Gary Larason, Lucinda Campbell, Carrie McIntyre; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Services were Sept. 27 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to Shriners Hospital or the Springfield Township Police Department.

Barbara Marcum

Barbara Maze Marcum, 68, died Sept. 28. Survived by husband Eldon Marcum; daughters Donna Johnson, Danita Janszen; grandchildren Elizabeth, Paul; great-grandchild Cameron; brother Buddy Maze.

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Services were Oct. 3 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow at Arlington Memorial Gardens.

Lawrence McGee

Lawrence T. McGee, 87, formerly of Cincinnati, died Sept. 27. Survived by daughter Laurie Long; grandchildren Damian, Diane, Regina, Joseph, Kelly, Eric, Nicholas, Ally; great-grandchildren Andrew, Connor, Caitlin, Victoria, Daniela, Jana, Arianna, Ava, Kayla, Kelsey, Joey; siblings Richard, Ruth McGee, June Diment. Preceded in death wife Anne McGee, children Jana Scozzari, John Houth. Services were Oct. 2 service at Corpus Christi Church. Arrangements by Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home.

Jo Anne Payne

Jo Anne Tehan Payne, 75, Springfield Township, died Sept. 29. Survived by husband Bill Payne; daughters Linda Delaney, Dianne, Peggy, Mindy Beeson, Jill Morris; step-children Kim Renner, Kay Weaver, Karen Gill, Michael Payne; siblings John, Dennis, Kathie Otstot, Karen Murphy, Jay Tehan; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; 15 step-grandchildren. Services were Oct. 2, at Anderson Funeral Home, and Oct. 3, at the Springdale Church of the Nazarene. Memorials to: Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund, James Center Hospital, Ohio State University Foundation, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218-3112.

Sept. 24. She was a member of the Kolping Society, Kolping Sangerchor, German-American Citizens League and Buben Verein. Survived by mother Erna Vosseberg; siblings Frank, Paul, Ralph Vosseberg, Irene Whalen; nieces and nephews Elizabeth, Luke, Heather, Mary, Isabella, Joseph, Ben, Peter, Jacob, Erik; many aunts, uncles and cousins in Germany and the United States. Preceded in death by father August Vosseberg. Services were Sept. 28 at t. Ignatius of Loyola. Arrangements by Frederick Funeral Home. Memorials to: Old St. Mary Church Restoration Fund, 123 E. 13th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 or a charity of the donorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice.

Rita Vosseberg

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Rita M. Vosseberg, 51, died

Arrests/citations

Alee Foster, born 1956, possession of open flask, 1500 Groesbeck Road, Sept. 20. Joseph Harris, born 1984, obstruction of official business and possession of drugs, 1514 Cedar Ave., Sept. 22. Rodney K. Watkins, born 1967, criminal trespass, menacing, possession of drug paraphernalia, theft under $300 and robbery, 5823 Hamilton Ave., Sept. 24. Christina Cross, born 1976, temporary protection order violation, 5343 Hamilton Ave., Sept. 23. Derrick Wofofrd, born 1990, possession of drugs, 1099 Addice Way, Sept. 18. Eddie L. Jones, born 1980, domestic violence, 1906 Savannah Way, Sept. 23. Rayshawn Jackson, born 1987, domestic violence, 1651 W. North Bend Road, Sept. 25. Tamela Jones, born 1971, falsification, 5379 Bahama Terrace, Sept. 23. Angie N. Goff, born 1980, receiving stolen property, 5399 Kirby Ave., Sept. 21. Christina Cole, born 1974, drug abuse, 2568 W. North Bend Road, Sept. 26. David Smith, born 1977, domestic violence, 2700 Hillvista Lane, Sept. 24. Kimberly Fink, born 1986, possession of drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia, 5172 Colerain Ave., Sept. 27.

Incidents Aggravated robbery

1514 Cedar Ave., Sept. 26.

Burglary

1544 Ambrose Ave., Sept. 25. 2663 W. North Bend Road, Sept. 24. 5470 Bahama Terrace, Sept. 22. 5758 Lantana Ave., Sept. 19. 6016 Lantana Ave., Sept. 19. 6098 Belmont Ave., Sept. 24.

Robbery

1535 Marlowe Ave., Sept. 19. 5823 Hamilton Ave., Sept. 24.

Theft

1179 Hollywood Ave., Sept. 24. 1197 W. Galbraith Road, Sept. 20.

Theft of license plate

4979 Hawaiian Terrace, Sept. 21.

Unauthorized use of motor vehicle

2700 Hillvista Lane, Sept. 23.

FOREST PARK

Arrests/citations

Incidents

Assault

Victim struck at 11326 Southland, Sept. 20.

Burglary

Attempt made at 463 Dewdrop Circle, Sept. 21.

Criminal damaging

Window damaged at 1159 Gaffney , Sept. 11.

Theft

Cell phone valued at $107 removed at 10620 Bradbury, Sept. 15. Bike valued at $1,200 removed at 11464 Ramond , Sept. 16. Bike valued at $200 removed at 597 Dewdrop, Sept. 16. $200 removed at 1148 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 17. Stereo and equipment valued at $850 removed at 1440 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 17. Phone and handset valued at $150 removed at 1231 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 18. Stereo removed from vehicle at 11755 Norbourne, Sept. 20. Checkbook, stereo and gun of unknown value removed at 111755 Norbourne, Sept. 20. Phone valued at $236 removed at Kemper and Winton Road, Sept. 21. Phone valued at $100 removed at 1194 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 21. $200 removed at 806 Carlsbad, Sept. 21.

Theft and menacing

Sunglasses valued at $35 removed at 1231 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 21.

MOUNT HEALTHY

Robert Davis, 39, 11587 Newhope Drive, breaking and entering at 580 Dewdrop Circle, Sept. 23.

Arrests/citations

Moustapha Fall, 32, disorderly conduct while intoxicated at 8000 block of Hamilton Avenue, Sept. 26.

Burglary

Incidents

Man reported TV stolen at 1528 Compton Road, Sept. 25. Man reported money, video games stolen at 7812 Perry St., Sept. 28. 1174 Meadowind Drive man reported appliances stolen at 7300 block of Martin Street, Sept. 26. Man reported stereo equipment, video games stolen at 1936 Adams Road, Sept. 22.

Criminal damaging

4742 Blue Rock Road man reported vehicle damaged at 7700 block of Perry Street, Sept. 26. Man reported vehicle damaged at 1457 Hill Ave., Sept. 26.

Theft

1917 Acorn Drive man reported cell phone stolen from vehicle at 1599 block of Compton Road, Sept. 28. Man reported bike stolen at 8001 Hamilton Ave., Sept. 22.

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Carlos Johnson, 26, 1545 St. Legar Ave., open container at 8200 block of Hamilton Avenue, Sept. 27. Donald Robinson, 29, 7971 Hamilton Ave., domestic violence at 7900 block of Hamilton Avenue, Sept. 23. Demetrius Borden, 21, 2538 Ontario Drive, open container at 1900 block of Stevens Avenue, Sept. 24. Lawrence Cheny, 32, 7857 Harrison Ave., domestic violence at 7857 Harrison Ave., Sept. 24.

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Arrests/citations

Jamaar Prigmore, 20, 854 Overlook Ave., inducing panic at Betts and Goodman avenues, Sept. 26. Lawrence Phillips, 24, 5922 Belmont Ave., inducing panic at Betts and Goodman avenues, Sept. 26. Juvenile, disorderly conduct at 1620 W. Galbraith Road, Sept. 24. Ryan Collier, 19, 1820 Sundale Ave., domestic violence at 1820 Sundale Ave.., Sept. 23. Jessica Hoerst, 26, 6840 Simpson Ave., assault at 6800 block of Hamilton Avenue, Sept. 23. Adriann Lynn, 42, 1511 Balofur Lane, domestic violence at 1511 Balofur Lane, Sept. 22.

Basic obituary information and a color photograph of your loved one is published without charge by The Community Press. Call us at 853-6262 for a submission form. To publish a larger memorial tribute, call 242-4000 for pricing details. She was queen mother of the North College Hill Red Hatters. Survived by children Debbie Rotte, Michael Burroughs; grandchildren Marisa, Amanda, Frank Jr., Michael Jr., Aimee; sisters Jackie Overstreet, Jennie Reynolds. Services were Oct. 1 at Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home. Memorials to: North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45224.

Wanda Williams Whisman, 71, Mount Healthy, died Sept. 27.

POLICE REPORTS Mark Blackman, 21, 434 Hawthorne Drive, trespassing at 1231 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 24. Shane Garison, 23, 641 Resor, intimidation at 1000 Main Street, Sept. 25. Joshua Rolfes, 31, 23 Flanders Lane, drug paraphernalia at 2232 Hamilton Ave., Sept. 16. Donald Simpson, 32, 871 Gretna, carrying concealed weapon under disability at 637 Northland Blvd.., Sept. 19. Lauinna Ross, 18, 1440 W. Kemper Road, theft at 1143 Smiley Ave., Sept. 22. Scotty Jones, 40, 6439 Langer Street, carrying concealed weapon at 637 Northland Blvd.., Sept. 19. Juvenile Male, 16, sexual imposition at 1231 W. Kemper Road, Sept. 22.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The North College Hill, Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednes day November 4, 2009 at 7:00pm in the Municipal Building, 1646 W Galbraith Rd. The hearing is for the purpose of considering an appeal filed under section 1127.06 of the North College Hill Zoning Ordinances. Appeal #09-006, submit ted by Charles B. Hafele, 6527 Hamilton Ave., in behalf of same. Appellant is requesting a zoning change from R-2 (one family residence) to C1 neighborhood business). The parcels in question, 595-00090307 & 595-00090308, more commonly described as 6525 & 6523 Hamilton Ave. respectively, abut 6527 Hamilton Ave. which is presently operating as NCH Chiropractic and was â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Grandfatheredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; some years ago. All three (3) parcels are owned by appellant. 7768

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Community

October 7, 2009

Areas of Mount Airy Forest will be closed Select areas of Mount Airy Forest will be closed this fall and winter for park maintenance and natural resource management projects. The public is asked to observe the Trail Closed and Park Area Closed signs posted in these parks. Mount Airy Forest areas, including Kirby Trail and Tanglewood, will be closed through Jan. 31 are:

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Dan Applegate, president of Arlington Memorial Gardens, will help observe the gardens’ 75th anniversary Oct. 11

• Maple Ridge Lodge woods and trails; • McFarlan Woods and trails, also the Diehl Road area; • Kirby Trail (Kirby Road and Glenview); • Bradford-Felter Tanglewood Woods; • Northside Woods; and • Greeno Woods. Exceptions are Maple Ridge Lodge and McFarlan Woods will be open for

rental customers with paid reservations or special use permits in hand. And the Mount Airy Dog Park will remain open, but the woods and trails around the dog park will be closed. The forest will be open for the winter bird counts on Sundays Dec. 20 and 27. For details, call the Cincinnati Parks Visitor Center 352-4080 or visit www.cincinnatiparks.com.

Memorial gardens celebrates 75 years Arlington Memorial Gardens’ 75th anniversary celebration will take place Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2145 Compton Road in Springfield Township. Open to the public, the celebration is from 2:30-4 p.m. in Arlington’s Community Center. Attendees are encouraged to bring any artifacts or news clippings relating to Arlington Memorial Gardens and its 75-year history. Many of these items will be buried inside a time capsule, to be opened in 2034. According to Dan Applegate, president of Arlington Memorial Gardens, Esther Barnes- Siemer was the first

person to be buried on the grounds in 1935. “Esther and her family remain a mystery to us. Her marker simply states, Esther Barnes-Siemer, 19031935,” Applegate said. “Her marker is in the middle of the Hawthorne plot, but other than that, we have no clue as to who this young woman was. We are reaching out to the Greater Cincinnati community as a part of our anniversary celebration, in an attempt to learn more about Esther’s history and her descendants. Any information would be most appreciated.” Established in 1934, Arlington Memorial Gar-

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dens is a 165-acre memorial park. Now in its 75th year of providing services to the community, the park is on land that was originally deeded by Gen. George Washington to the Johnson family for services rendered during the Revolutionary Way. In addition to 29 gardens, the park has several scattering gardens, a lakeside chapel, floral center, a Reception Center, a mausoleum complex and regularly holds unique activities and events open, free of charge, to the community. For details, call 5217003 or visit www.arlingtonmemorialgardens.org.

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Golf fundraiser

The Wellness Community recently held the 10th annual PNC Bank Lynn Stern Memorial Ladies Golf and Tennis Classic, raising over $70,000. The Wellness Community offers free support programs for people with cancer, their loved ones and cancer survivors. The “Les Birdies” team prepares to hit the course with, from left, Juanita Thomas of Walnut Hills, Barbara Foster of Forest Park, Gertrude McSayles of Avondale and Frances Keel of Kennedy Heights.

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MICHIGAN

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Bed & Breakfast Feature of the Week

The Doolin House Bed & Breakfast

Somerset, Kentucky’s Premiere Inn Located Just Minutes from Lake Cumberland

There is a joke among friends here, “It’s a Phoenix that has risen from the ashes. ”When Charles and Allison Hahn Sobieck purchased the property at 502 North Main Street (in Somerset, Kentucky), there was a lot of work to be done, to say the least. With the vision of a B & B and a home in ruins, there were little choices. The dilapidated structure was removed, then reconstructed as it had been in the 1850’s. It’s a brand new home. A bit of an unusual concept for a bed and breakfast. “We reconstructed the home from scratch. This gave us the benefit of designing every amenity possible along the way, ”said Allison Sobieck, owner. Every room is equipped with many amenities you don’t often find in a traditional bed and breakfast, but rather a fine hotel. Every room has a full sized closet with a pair of micro-fiber robes hanging in them, 400- count Egyptian cotton sheets, cable TV with DVD players, queen sized beds, and a host of other things. For instance, 2 rooms have gas fireplaces and 3 rooms have whirlpool tubs. We even offer many add on amenities such as massage, dinner, flowers, etc…

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OHIO

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