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It’s a combination of professional and patriotic pride that prompts Finneytown dentist Fredric Hill to offer a very sweet deal. This is the third time Hill and several other area dentists have bought Halloween candy from their patients and the community. Trick-or-treaters of all ages earned $1 per pound for donating their unwanted candy. The candy they bought, along with candy donated, soon will be boxed up and sent to troop serving overseas. Hill began sending candy to the troops in 2007 when his son, Sam, was stationed in Baghdad as an American diplomat with the U.S. Embassy. “The buy back is very important to me because it gives our office an opportunity to work with community children, to improve their oral health, while providing support for our overseas personnel and encouraging a spirit of community service through example,” Hill said. Walter Katterman is among Springfield Township residents who stopped by to drop off a bag of goodies. “I read about it and wanted to help out,” Kat-

terman said, adding that he’s not a patient of Hill. Hill said community response is always tremendous, including candy and letters from students at nearby St. Vivian and John Paul II schools. He said he and his staff will be sending off an estimated 350 pounds of goodies, plus toothbrushes, toothpaste, playing cards and games, and letters to military men and women serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. “These men and women need to know they are cared for and they need to be recognized for the support they are providing for us,” Hill said. “The candy buy back is one way we can show the service men and women of this country our gratitude.” Since 2007, 12,000 pounds of candy have been shipped to members of the military by Hill and other participating dentists. The goal for this year was to collect 24,000 pounds of candy city-wide and to ship packages to members of every branch of service. Along with Hill, three other dentists offer the buy-back program, including Covedale dentist Larry Hagen, who came up with the idea.

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Finneytown dentist Fredric Hill checks the candy, toothbrushes and toothpaste he’ll be packing up and sending off to troops serving overseas.

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Winton Woods City School Board member John Pennycuff hugs his wife, Mary, as they learn the district’s levy is passing Nov. 4.

Middle schoolers will play sports again and high schoolers will ride buses to school in the Winton Woods City School District. The school board voted Nov. 5 to reinstate the two after voters passed a $4.2 million, 10-year emergency levy Nov. 4. Sports will be reinstated immediately while busing will resume on Jan. 5, the first day back after holiday break. Board President Jack Lee said the board also recalled two laid-off custodians to work on a rotational schedule, so school gyms and facilities can be used for after-school activities again, including Scouts, clubs and basketball leagues. The district had stopped high school busing and eliminated after-school activities in the middle school, and it had planned to stop all activities and sports at the high school if voters for a fifth time rejected the operations levy. According to the unofficial results, the levy passed with 5,518 (59.3 percent) to 3,789

(40.7 percent). The levy will cost the owner of a $100,000 home $234.51 annually or $19.54 a month. Lee said he was thrilled when the results came in. “I was ecstatic.” He credits a big change in voter attitudes toward the levy with the district’s increased focus on communication with the entire community. Parent Kimberly DiStefano said while she’s “really excited” the levy has been approved by voters, the work to improve the district is just beginning. As one of the members of the Warrior Academic Advisory Council, DiStefano said accountability is key in moving forward, and that means engaging the district, parents and residents in improving Winton Woods. “I’m happy that people have actually said they want to invest in the children’s education,” DiStefano said. By averting yet another failed levy, the district also avoids eliminating staff positions.

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Greenhills voters send Unchallenged incumbents return to elected office message at polls By Heidi Fallon

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Greenhills Mayor Oscar Hoffmann is heaving a sigh of relief as he finishes his last few months in office. Hoffmann will be retiring in December with Fred Murrell receiving the overwhelming vote to replace him. Murrell garnered 1,329 of the unofficial vote tally while his opponent and village critic Pat Andwan finished with 267. The large margin of victory, Murrell said, was a residents’ referendum on Andwan’s constant barrage of accusations during the campaign. “Citizens recognized the good and honest governance they’ve had for many years,” Murrell said. Except for an unfounded complaint against the police chief and a lawsuit regarding a records request, Andwan’s charges, Murrell said, “were innuendoes.” “If she has specifics, she needs to let us know,” Murrell said. Hoffmann said he, too,

Mount Healthy council incumbents won their bids for re-election as did North College Hill school board members and the three Finneytown school board candidates. Returning to their council seats will be Tony Lombardo, Ward 1; Ross Bittner, Ward 2; James Wolf, Ward 3; Anne Cole, Ward 4; and Jennifer Moody, Geraldine Brandy and

Denise Lingo, all at-large seats. Also unchallenged for re-election was Don Crank, council president and Judy Petersen, treasurer. With no candidate for the Mount Healthy auditor’s post, council is expected to extend its contract with Jill Claire. Returning unopposed for another term on the North College Hill City School District Board of Education will be Ron Harmon, Carolyn Jones and

Jan Gardiner. Newcomer Anita Ruffin was the sole candidate for the unexpired term on the Finneytown Local School District Board of Education. Finneytown school board incumbents Laura Horn and James Wright were the only two candidates for the three seats up for election. The school board will have to appoint a district resident to the fifth board seat which becomes vacant at the end of the year.

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Greenhills candidate for mayor Pat Andwan waves to drivers at the entrance to one of two village polling places. views the election results as a referendum of sorts. “I think it was an indication that residents support the direction the village is heading,” Hoffmann said. “The people of Greenhills spoke loud and clear at the polls and I’m very pleased to see the way the

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Change NCH gearing up for 2011 elections By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

Pleased with their three victories, members of the Change NCH political pact already are making plans for the 2011 elections. The group challenging current North College Hill council had the top vote-getter, Pat Hartzel, along with Renee Stiles and Lisa Curtis. Incumbents Teresa Eilermann,

Maureen Mason, Vicky Dunn and Tom Graves won their seats. While Nick Link, campaign manager for the Change NCH group, said he was happy with the results, he was “thunderstruck” by the council president results. Matt Miller-Novak, a Change NCH candidate, lost to Jason Fulmer 1081 to 971 in the unofficial vote count. Fulmer is a former councilman recently appointed to a vacant council seat, while Miller-

Novak is new to city politics. “We were able to get 75 percent of our council candidates elected and two years from now will be even stronger,” Link said. He said residents have contacted him about getting involved with the group which has opposed the city’s spending priorities. “We will be assembling additional people and, hopefully, we will need a larger meeting venue

than my dining room,” Link said. Hartzel credited his third-time attempt win to “a lot of hard work” by the Change NCH slate. With the new council a potential 4-3 voting bloc, Hartzel said he’s confident it can work. “I think we’ll be able to work together while there will be a diversity of ideas,” he said. Eilermann, who was right behind Hartzel with 1,087 votes, said she also believes the new

Springfield incumbents re-elected By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

Springfield Township trustees said they take their successful bids for re-election as a vote of support from residents. Joe Honerlaw garnered 40 percent of the vote with 7,317 votes, while Tom Bryan garnered 6,800 votes (37.23 percent) and

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will be a fourth term for him and fifth term for Bryan “a referendum of approval by voters.” “I think residents approve of the way we’re running the township and support our policies,” Honerlaw said. Both men said their top priorities will be the 2010 budget and the neighborhood master plan.

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Mount Healthy incumbents are looking forward By Jennie Key jkey@communitypress.com

The three winners for the Mount Healthy City School District Board of Education board are all looking forward to the opening of three new school buildings next year. Voters returned all three incumbent board members to the board of education Nov. 3. Current board president Don Wolf, who has served on the board more than 30 years, says he is happy to have the opportunity to see the new school buildings completed. “That’s what I’m here for,” he said. “It’s one of the biggest things that has ever happened to Mount Healthy – $93 million worth of new construction. We want to make sure construction stays on schedule and we’re ready to open for school in the fall.” Carole Ellis listed seeing the new buildings open on time as her top goal, as well.

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Quiz could earn area fire departments money By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

It takes about 10 minutes and could earn the area fire departments $10,000. Liberty Mutual insurance has an online quiz residents can take about fire safety. Once the 10 questions are answered, the site directs test-takers to a link to check their department. The 10 departments

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While the Winton Woods City Schools levy received most of the attention leading up to Election Day, there was also a race to fill three seats on the board of education. Incumbents Tim Cleary (4,357 votes, 29 percent) and Cindy Emmert (3,922, 26 percent) were voted back to the board, along with newcomer Brandon Wiers (3,446, 23 percent). Incumbent Priscilla Franklin received 3,364 votes 22.3 percent. Cleary said while he is Cleary appreciative of the community’s support in making him the highest votegetter among the four candidates, he said there’s still much work to be done. “It’s good to know they support the ideas I have,” Cleary said. Emmert Emmert said most of her attention on election night was focused on the levy. She said once she learned she had been reelected, her thoughts drifted toward the future. “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us,” Emmert said. Wiers, whose last Wiers campaign was for Forest Park City Council in 1981, said he didn’t even know he’d won his seat on the board until the follow-

ing day. However, upon learning the news, he was immediately grateful for voters not only voting for him, but also those who came out in force to support the levy. “I was campaigning for the levy as well as my position on the board,” Wiers said. Franklin said she’s disappointed in seeing her nearly six years on the board come to a close, though “the important thing” was the passage of the emergency levy. She said while she can’t rule out a future run for office, it’s still too early to say what her future plans are. “I’m just really excited and so pleased our community came out and supported the schools,” Franklin said. Cleary said with the levy finally passed, the district needs to turn some of its attention to getting the parents and residents more engaged in the district. “We need to bring them back in the fold,” he said. Emmert said the board needs to see the financial outlook before determining what the district can reinstate and how to proceed with the impending levy money. Weirs said he plans to begin working on a district strategic plan upon taking his seat at the board.

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Several St. Xavier High School students were named semifinalists in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship competition. They are, from left: front row, Ryan Donnelly (Mason), Michael Tontillo (Mariemont), Joe Cassiere (Western Hills), David Huber (Anderson Township), Noah Johnson (Harrison), Dennis Trinh (Mason), Brett Geiger (Maineville), Hirsch Matani (Sharonville), Brian Hurwitz (Wyoming), Will Beischel (Glendale), Daniel Weber (Forest Park), John O'Connor (Newtown), Alec Pawlukiewicz (Sharonville), Patrick Kimutis (Newtown), Sam Lipari (Forest Park); back row, Sean Drake (Anderson Township), Alex Longi (Indian Hill), Nick Scheper (Guilford, Ind.), Logan Hood (Mt. Healthy), John Muething (Deer Park), David Berger (White Oak) and Ed Horgan (Dayton).

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Malia Zimmerman, a Finneytown High School junior, makes sure her Shantytown home is as stable as possible.

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Finneytown High School freshman Christopher Robinson assembles his cardboard box for the school’s annaul Shantytown project.

Shantytown revisits campus of Finneytown High School By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

Representatives of the Finneytown High School classes of 1963, 1964 and 1965 attended homecoming festivities to present a start-up check for the new Finneytown High School Founders Scholarship Fund. The fund is named in honor of all of the parents, teachers and staff who worked to establish Finneytown High School in the late 1950s and early 1960s. It will provide a scholarship to an FHS student who is also the child or grandchild of a current or retired teacher or staff member of Finneytown schools. Pictured is Hamilton County Judge Richard Bernat, left, FHS class of 1964, presenting a check to Jim Stegman of the Finneytown Schools Educational Foundation. PROVIDED.

It’s a scene recreated every fall on the campus of Finneytown High School. Dozens of cardboard boxes are taped together and strewn across the secondary campus grounds as students find out what it’s like to be without a home. For three nights, students sleep on the ground in boxes eating what they can convince other students to give them. Students also show other students and staff what homelessness looks like up close. The Shantytown project involved more than 60 students who are part of the school’s Community Service Program.

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Ellen Richards scrawled a simple sign she hoped would bring awareness to the many reasons for homelessness as part of Finneytown High School’s annual Shantytown project.

HONOR ROLLS McAuley High School

The following students have earned honors for the first quarter of the 2009-2010 school year.

Freshmen

First honors: Megan Dollenmeyer, Abigail Doyle, Margaret Egbers, Christina Farwick, Courtney Haverbusch, Grace Jacobsen, Emily Meyer, Julie Mullins, Kelly Neeb, Samantha Nissen, Danielle Reynolds, Bridget Roden, Anna Rothan, Olivia Schaefer, Emily Schwartz, Brenna Silber, Kaitlyn Sterwerf, Sarah Stevens, Hannah Toberman, Claire Tonnis, Kelsey Voit, Cara Walden and Lauren Wilke. Second honors: Victoria Albert, Elyssa Anderson, Amber Bahrani, Taylor Baston, Alexis Bierbaum, Brooke Bigner, Samantha Billinghurst, Taylor Bove, Katherine Branscum, Elizabeth Bren, Samantha Brock, Jessica Bush-

man, Mary-Kathleen Carraher, Abigail Chaulk, Allison Cimino, Marissa Collins, Elizabeth Crocker, Rebecca Davis, Desiree Dick, Amanda Dreyer, Mollie Effler, Jamie Ertel, Hailey Evans, Allysa Fago, Savannah Frank, Caitlin Ginn, Meghan Goldick, Kristin Graff, Marisa Grimes, Katherine Guban, Lindsey Gump, Samantha Hayes, Jordan Heller, Molly Hennard, Amanda Herbert, Caroline Hoffman, Leah Houchens, Kayla Howard, Sydney Jung, Celina Junker, Stephanie Kyle, Elizabeth Lawson, Elisa Manning, Caitlin Martin, Jordann McNamara, Abbey Meister, Avery Menke, Mollie Mosley, Katelyn Muench, Jamie Mushrush, Rachael Oakley, Katherine Orth, Amie Overberg, Emily Paul, Judith Pearce, Holly Petrocelli, Rachel Pierani, Taylor Pifher, Carol Ratterman, Katelyn Richter, Paige Rinear, Christine Ruhe, Rachel Rumpke, Olivia Schmitt, Amanda Schrand, Allison Schuler, Annie Schulz, Emily Schute, Brittney Sheldon, Rebecca Slageter, Mary Taphorn,

Andrea Trach, Elizabeth Witzgall and Megan Zelasko.

Sophomores

First honors: Stephanie Ambach, Katarina Anhofer, Gabrielle Bolin, Cayla Brakers, Emily Brandt, Sarah Buescher, Jordan Chard, Stephanie Dailey, Kelsey Gibboney, Ellana Hagedorn, Jessica Kerr, Abigail Krabacher, Sara Krueger, Sarah Kuhn, Rachel Lusheck, Kelly O'Shaughnessy, Kayla Orso, Abby Osborne, Danielle Pfeifer, Sarah Pierce, Haley Poli, Samantha Rack, Samantha Reid, Danielle Ripperger, Brooke Sabatelli, Cassidy Sanders, Jessica Skitt, Sidney Stacy, Jenna Taylor, Abigail Thiemann, Karlie Torok, Cara Vordenberge, Malia Wenning, Rebekah West, Zoe Widmer, Megan Williams, Sarah Workman and Dorsey Ziller. Second honors: Kristin Alverson, Julie Arnold, Samantha Ballway, Emily Bates, Sarah Bepler, Anna Bonham, Sarah Brandt, Megan Brenner, T. Mackenzie Bryant,

Courtney Campbell, Alison Deitsch, Hailey Deyhle, Haley Donovan, Jessica Ellert, Nicole Emig, Alyssa Estep, Jennifer Fern, Jenna Foppe, Abigail Forry, Megan Fox, Rachel Frank, Alodie Girmann, Emily Goddard, Olivia Grieszmer, Lisa Hellkamp, Erin Hennard, Kaitlyn Holley, Jessica Homer, Kayla Hunley, Leanna Icard, Olivia Jester, Elizabeth Kibler, Kristen Kluener, Christine Kristof, Kira Liggins, Cassandra Lindeman, Jennifer Lipps, Abagail Lucas, Sara Masur, Julie McKendry, Allison Miller, Kayla Morton, Brianne Mullenger, Meghan Nauman, Shannon O'Connell, Alexis Obach, Clarissa Otis, Megan Paul, Bailey Pearce, Laney Pierani, Molly Pierani, Amber Raterman, Latanya Roberts, Emilee Rumke, Melissa Scherpenberg, Leah Schmidt, Danielle Seiter, Alaina Silber, Madelynn Sillies, Katie Solzsmon, Rebecca Stansell, Marie Stevenot, Abigail Tanner, Arielle Torbeck, Erika Wagner, Marianna Wolf, Bria Wyatt and Hannah Zapf.

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Despite loss, future bright for Owls

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Making its first postseason appearance since 2005, the Mount Healthy High School football team fell 416 at Trotwood-Madison in the opening round of the Division II State Tournament Nov. 6. The Fighting Owls finish the season 7-4. Mount Healthy struggled to contain Trotwood-Madison running back Antawn Gilbert, who carried 18 times for 211 yards and four touchdowns – in the first half. The Owls entered the game averaging 261 yards of offense, but they mustered just 119 last Friday. Junior running back Tracey Barnes scored on a 12-yard touchdown run to give Mount Healthy its only points of the night. Still, it was an impressive season for first-year head coach Arvie Crouch, who led Mount Healthy to a share of the FAVC-Scarlet championship. The Fighting Owls opened the season with a 34-32 loss at Roger Bacon before winning their next three games over Western Hills, Aiken and Walnut Hills. Mount Healthy then fell to 3-3 following losses to Milford and Talawanda. “We weren’t used to winning and didn’t know how to handle it,” Crouch said. Following its loss to Talawanda, however, Mount Healthy ended the regular season on a fourgame winning streak. Its defense allowed only 8.5 points per game during that stretch. The team was led by 6-6 junior defensive lineman

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Arvie Crouch holds the FAVC-Scarlet championship trophy while addressing the student body in the Mount Healthy gym during a pep rally for the football team Nov. 6. Joel Heath, who topped the team in sacks (6.5) forced fumbles (two) and fumble recoveries (two). “Joel is a phenomenal athlete, and he’s done a good job in terms of putting effort in and getting better at technique,” Crouch said. The secondary, meanwhile, forced an impressive 18 interceptions, as five Owls – Desmond Burton, Tyler Earley, Allen Carter III, Jeremy Hauser and Mark Cornist – each recorded at least three picks. “We try to hurry quarterbacks and get them to make bad decisions, and we ended up with a lot of interceptions,” Crouch said. As a unit, the defense led the FAVC in defense, finishing first among 18 teams; they yielded just 207.8 yards per game and allowed the third-fewest points, at 16.4. “We did pretty well all year defensively,” Crouch said. “We have guys who are willing to play as a team.” Offensively, Mount Healthy employed a stellar ground game in which five players – Cornist, Denzel Larkin, Tracey Barnes, Devin Brown and Jeremiah

Tolbert – averaged at least 4.2 yards per carry (minimum 40 attempts). “We’ve had lots of guys contributing,” Crouch said. “(Junior) Denzel Larkin is a first-year quarterback who’s a really solid player, very intelligent. He’s made some bad decisions this year, but he’s made a lot of great ones. “And (senior) Devin Brown is a playmaker. There’s not one game this year where he didn’t make a (big) play.” Larkin led the team in yards (608) and touchdowns (seven rushing, two passing) this year, while Brown led in yards per carry (6.1). Crouch credited his offensive line for its play, particularly seniors Richard Tevis and Cameron Feltner and juniors Donald AdamBaggett, Mitchell Brantley and Montez Lee. “Our O-Line is unbelievable,” Crouch said. “They block very well.” Crouch also praised the progress of senior running back and safety Mark Cornist, who was academically ineligible last season. “He’s really turned his life around, and I’m happy for him,” Crouch said. “He’s really our only true twoway player.” Mount Healthy made its sixth tournament appearance this decade; the Owls qualified for the playoffs every year from 2001 to 2005. They’ve never made it past the first round. Although they hoped to advance further this year, the Owls’ future certainly looks bright with Crouch at the helm. “It’s good times at Mount Healthy right now,” he said.

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North College Hill High School junior quarterback Dakota Dartis fires a pass under duress against Carlisle during the opening round of the Division IV State Tournament Nov. 7.

NCH impressive in ’09 despite 1st-round loss By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

After recording its first 10-0 start in school history, the North College Hill Trojans suffered a first-round letdown for the second consecutive season after a 2113 loss to Carlisle Nov. 7. North College Hill struck first on an 86-yard touchdown run by senior running back Lucien Kidd, but Carlisle answered on its next possession. A Dakota Dartis touchdown pass to wideout Jamel Ivery gave NCH a 13-7 halftime lead, but the Trojans would score no more. It was an impressive year for NCH, which rolled through the regular season untouched. Arguably its most impressive win came against CHCA in Week Five; the Trojans trailed 14-0 in the third quarter but won on a two-point conversion in the final seconds of the fourth. “I don’t know if I would call that a turning point since we still hadn’t lost a game,” head coach Bruce Baarendse said. “But it was a spark. It’s the kind of win

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North College Hill High School senior running back Lucien Kidd, right, cuts to the outside on this 87-yard touchdown run against Carlisle during the first round of the Division IV State Tournament Nov. 7.

that gets you on a roll.” The Trojans won their final five games of the season, a stretch in which they averaged 40 points per game and yielded just 10.2. The offense was led by Dartis, who passed for more than 1,600 yards, and Kidd, who rushed for the more than 1,000 yards and

scored 10 touchdowns. The defense was headlined by its line play; Kidd, along with Vincent Edwards and Mac Acus combined for an astounding 48 sacks. Although Baarendse hoped to lead his team further in the playoffs, he was thankful for the effort his team put in this year. “It’s a payoff for all the hard work these guys put in during the summer and in the regular season,” he said. “The spirit and the school in the community have been building all year. The support has been fantastic.”

Winton Woods wins big in round 1 By Mark Chalifoux mchalifoux@communitypress.com

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Mount Healthy High School head football coach Arvie Crouch clutches the FAVC-Scarlet championship trophy while posing with members of his team at a pep rally Nov. 6. Mount Healthy qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2005.

Winton Woods was expected to win its firstround game but no one expected a win by more than 50 points. The Warriors took care of business in round 1 as No. 2 Winton Woods downed No. 7 Ross 59-7. Winton Woods advances to take on New Carlisle Tecumseh on Friday, Nov. 13 for the regional semifinal. The Warriors should have success in round two if the offense has a similar output to week one. Winton Woods piled up a 432-3 rushing advantage in the rout of Ross. Jeremiah Goins led the attack with 103 rushing yards and three touchdowns

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Winton Woods quarterback Dominique Brown takes off for a 52-yard touchdown run in the first half of a 59-7 rout of Ross in the first round of the playoffs. on just 14 carries. Dominique Brown had 67 yards and a touchdown on seven carries. Aaron Kemper had two touchdowns and 73 yards on five carries

and Gary Underwood carried the ball nine times for 59 yards. The Winton Woods defense recovered three fumbles in the win.

St. Xavier prepares for showdown with Elder, part 2 By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

The St. Xavier Bombers raced out to a 13-0 lead and took a 276 advantage into halftime en route to a 37-12 victory over Centerville Nov. 7. Senior running back Tanner Vidal got St. X on the scoreboard with a 23-yard touchdown recep-

tion from Luke Massa, and sophomore running back Conor Hundley followed with a 10-yard run to give the Bombers a 13-0 cushion. After a Centerville touchdown, senior defensive back Gregory Versteeg recovered a fumble for St. X and ran 48 yards for a touchdown. Senior tight end Alex Longi led St. X with six catches for 82 yards and two touchdowns, including a

39-yard score to open the fourth quarter. Will Carroll chipped in with two receptions for 57 yards. Senior quarterback Luke Massa was 13-of-16 passing for 187 yards with three touchdowns and one interception. The Bombers used seven different rushers on the night; Hundley led the way with 15 carries for 84 yards, while junior Daniel Braswell added seven for 47.

The St. X defense had four sacks and forced four turnovers – including three interceptions – and held Centerville to 90 rushing yards on 30 attempts. The Bombers, the top-seeded team in Region 4, advance to play GCL-South rival Elder, which downed Dayton Huber Heights Wayne, 35-14, at The Pit. The game will be Saturday, Nov. 14, at a site to be deter-

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mined. St. X defeated Elder 17-7 on Oct. 2. Panther wide receiver Tim O’Conner was injured on the first play of the game after hauling in a 36-yard reception. O’Conner, who will play for Indiana University, returned to action against Wayne. He caught three balls for 88 yards, including a 42-yard touchdown reception.

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Bombers finish 2nd at state cross country

By Tony Meale

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Vying for its fourth state title in school history, the St. Xavier High School cross country team finished second at the Division I State Championship at Scioto Downs in Columbus Nov. 7. The Bombers, which totaled 118 points, finished behind state champion Cleveland St. Ignatius (82) but ahead of Sylvania Northview (137) and Mason (146), which took third and fourth, respectively. St. X was led by junior Jack Butler (16:28.52), who finished 24th overall, and seniors Eric Gruenbacher (16:32.12) and Chris Hanson (16:33.03), who finished 27th and 29th, respectively. Also contributing were senior Gus Walter (16:59.43), junior Greg Sanders (16:59.69), senior Tyler Smith (17:11.29) and senior Mike Gerhardt (18:05.28). Mason junior Zach Wills (15:45.11) won the state title for the second consecutive year. The Bombers advanced to state after claiming their second GCL-South title in three years and winning district and regional championships. The key to their success was depth, as 29 Bombers broke 18 minutes and 13 broke 17 minutes. St. X also had four runners – Butler, Gruenbacher, Hanson and

St. Xavier High School senior runner Chris Hanson runs in the Division I State Championships at Scioto Downs in Columbus Nov. 7. Hanson helped the Bombers to a second-place finish. Walter – earn first-team allleague honors. No other squad had more than two. “From the very beginning of the season, the guys knew we should have a great deal of depth, and that makes practices more competitive,” head coach Mike Dehring said. “The guys realized, ‘If I want to be in the top 7, I need to run today. Because there are a

lot of guys who are talented and who want my spot.’” But Dehring was impressed with the maturity and humility of all his runners this season. “We have a lot of guys who could run in the top 7 for other squads, but even though they don’t, they still love and support the guys who do,” he said. Arguably the Bombers’ most consistent performer

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Finneytown High School senior cross country runner Brad Besserman finished 64th overall at the Division II State Championship at Scioto Downs in Columbus Nov. 7. Besserman, who had hoped to meet or surpass his personal-best time of 16:40, finished in 17:33.18. Michael Brajdic (15:49.81), a junior from Bay Village Bay, placed first overall. After falling just short of state in 2008, Besserman got over the hump after finishing second at districts (17:36.70) and 12th at regionals (16:55.07). “He’s an incredible kid with amazing character who works hard,” Finneytown head coach Rich Jones said. Besserman was also the

Cincinnati Hills League Runner of the Year for the second consecutive season (17:02.00). “His commitment – that’s the biggest thing,” Jones said of the key to Besserman’s success. “We have a lot of talented kids, but the difference comes when you’re really committed.” Jones, who also serves as Besserman’s Youth Pastor at Northminster Presbyterian Student Ministry, credits him for putting cross country on the map at Finneytown. “We’ve got 26 runners this year between middle school and high school combined,” Jones said. “That’s more than we’ve ever had, and Brad’s been a huge part of that because of his character and commitment and leadership. He’s been the inspiration.” Besserman, who has a 4.0 GPA, is on the All-Ohio

Kerry Smith, the head coach of the La Salle Little Lancers Wrestling Club, invites any student in the sixth grade or younger to join the wrestling club at La Salle. Practices have already started and they are from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 6 -7:30 p.m. Fridays at the De La Salle Memorial Building. It will cost $60 per kid, which covers administration, league fee, secondary insurance and a trophy for completing the year. Contact Coach Smith at 6083142.

Head soccer coach wanted

Finneytown High School is seeking a head women’s soccer coach.

Qualified and interested candidates are asked to contact Chuck Grosser, AD, at 728-7223 or cgrosser@finneytown.org.

Speed, strength clinic

Parisi Speed School of Loveland will conduct a speed, strength and nutrition clinic at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, at Mt. Healthy High School gymnasium. The clinic is designed to help teach anyone involved in athletics five simple things they can do to instantly increase athletic performance and speed for any age. One Source Nutrition will

The Bombers won state titles in 1998, 2000 and 2003. “Our goal every day – whether it’s in practice or a meet – is to be as good as we can be,” Dehring said. “As with anything in coaching or teaching, all you want to see is a kid succeed and get better, and we’ve had so many guys make incredibly leaps forward. It’s been a great year.”

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Finneytown High School senior cross country runner Brad Besserman qualified for the Division II State Championship this season. Academic Team and is a National Merit Semifinalist. He hopes to run cross country in college. “He’s a great runner, he’s passionate about the sport and you don’t have to motivate him,” Jones said. “He’s a pleasure to be around.”

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do it to the full letter of the law.” Dehring was also pleasantly surprised with his two non-senior runners at state – Sanders and Butler, who placed second overall at districts. St. X, which finished 12th at Scioto Downs in 2008, has qualified for the state tournament 22 of the last 23 years, including 18 straight from 1987 to 2004.

Wurtzler, Richmond compete at state

Besserman ends stellar cross country career By Tony Meale

was Gruenbacher, who finished third at districts and fourth at regionals. “Eric has brought the level of everyone’s training up to his own; that might be the biggest thing he’s done for us this season,” Dehring said. “The consistency of his work ethic and the way he approaches everything have been fantastic. If you tell him to do something, he’ll

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conduct a presentation on sports nutrition for coaches and athletes. Cost is $5 for adults and $2 for athletes ages 7 to 18. All funds raised will be donated back to the Mt. Healthy High School girls’ basketball team for camps and traveling expenses this season. Parisi will donate free memberships and nutrition drinks to be raffled to help with the fundraising. For more information about Parisi Speed School and One Source Nutrition, visit www.parisischool.com and www.onesource.md.

Two Roger Bacon High School cross country runners – senior Matt Wurtzler and junior Emily Richmond – competed at the Division II State Championship at Scioto Downs in Columbus Nov. 7. A North College Hill resident, Wurtzler (16:36.30) finished 20th overall, while Richmond (20:39.82) finished 65th. Junior Michael Brajdic (15:49.81) of Bay Village Bay won a state championship on the boys’ side, and junior Christina Blair (18:39.71) of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy led the girls. With his run, Wurtzler achieved his goal of a top25 finish. “He didn't settle for just qualifying,” head coach Jan Ryan said. “He (went out) there with a goal to accomplish.” Wurtzler, who was the GCL-Central Runner of the Year, advanced to state after winning a district championship (17:27.80) and placing seventh at regionals (16:43.57). “Matt trains very hard in the offseason, and he's got a lot of determination,” Ryan said. “This season has been an accumulation of all his goals, from (league) Runner of the Year, to district championship to a top10 finish at regionals. He wouldn't let anything stand in his way.” Richmond, who lives in Fairfield, meanwhile, also hoped for a top-25 finish,

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Roger Bacon High School junior Emily Richmond and senior Matt Wurtzler were cross country state qualifiers for the Spartans this season. They are seen here following the Division II Regional Championship at Troy High School Oct. 31. but her run to the state tournament was impressive nevertheless; she finished second at districts (21:09.90) and 10th at regionals (20:11.99). “Emily has a lot of the same qualities as Matt,” Ryan said. “She keeps up her training and is willing to do whatever it takes.” Richmond, who was unable to compete in the league meet this year due to an intestinal infection, fell one spot short of qualifying for state as a sophomore.

“Last year she was a little disappointed,” Ryan said. “We really primed her for regionals because we knew it would take a great race to get her to state, and trying to keep fresh legs for several weeks can be difficult.” Richmond figures to be in the state mix once again as a senior, while Wurtzler, who was a first-team allleague selection each of the last two years, capped an impressive career at Roger Bacon.

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Finneytown falls in regional semifinal By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

On a frigid Tuesday night in Norwood, the Finneytown High School boys’ soccer team had its postseason run halted. The Wildcats fell 3-1 to Dayton Carroll, the No. 2

Bacon volleyball ousted in regional semis By Tony Meale

ranked team in the state, in the Division II Regional Semifinal Nov. 3. It was Finneytown’s deepest playoff run since 2005. “I’m not good at end-ofyear speeches, guys,” head coach V Kontopos told his players following the loss.

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The Roger Bacon High School volleyball team fell 3-1 to Versailles in the Division III Regional Semifinal at Wilmington High School Nov. 4. The Spartans finish the season 21-5. Roger Bacon started the year 8-4 before reeling off 13 straight victories. The Spartans went a perfect 6-0 in the GGCL-Grey Central en route to winning the conference crown. The Spartans’ loss to Versailles marked just their second loss to a Division-III

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opponent this season; they lost to Fenwick on Sept. 22. Roger Bacon’s other three loses came to Seton and Oak Hills, both of which are D-I schools, and Chaminade Julienne, which is D-II. The Spartans, however, knocked off several D-I teams throughout the year, including McAuley, Colerain and Mercy. First-year head coach Ryan Bedinghaus led the Spartans to their deepest postseason run since 2007, when they lost in the state semifinals to eventual state champion Lima Central Catholic.

“There’s nothing I can say right now that’s going to make any of this feel better. But I want you to know that I’m very proud of you guys. All of you.” Finneytown fell behind 1-0 before sophomore forward Mark Clayton tied the score before halftime. In the second half, however, Carroll netted two quick goals, as play on the pitch got chippy. A player on each side was sent off, with refs repeatedly flashing yellow cards and awarding free kicks. “We had a decent first half, but we let the refs and our emotions get the best of us,” Kontopos said. “I thought the refs lost control of the game a bit. They probably should’ve carded some guys – on both sides – a little sooner.” Still, it was impressive season for Finneytown, which finishes 14-4-3. The Wildcats went 5-0 in the Cincinnati Hills League en route to winning their first league championship since 2006. After closing the regular season with a 2-1 loss to Seven Hills on Senior Night, Finneytown won four straight playoff games. The Wildcats opened the tournament with a 9-0 win over North College Hill

before besting CHL rival Wyoming 2-1. Finneytown then defeated McNicholas 2-0 before knocking off Tippecanoe 32 in overtime in the district finals. The Wildcats trailed 2-0 in the first half, but goals by Clayton and junior Parker Payne knotted the game at 2-2, as senior Kennedy Ndamba netted the game-winner in overtime. With the win, the Wildcats avenged a 1-0 loss to Tippecanoe in the district final in 2008. “I actually wasn’t too worried when we got down 2-0 (against Tippecanoe) because I felt we were playing well,” Kontopos said. “I got a little nervous when we got down 1-0 to Carroll, though.” The Wildcats fought back in that game as well, but a two-goal deficit in the second half was too much to overcome. Finneytown now says good-bye to departing seniors Ben Steinnecker, Kevin Siegle, Nathan Bryson, Logan Kennedy, John Hesse, Kyle Seibert, Daniel Ruter and the aforementioned Ndamba. It was the first time since 1984 that Finneytown won a CHL title and district title in the same season. “It’ll be tough to replace these seniors,” Kontopos said.

Ben Perry, James Fain and Caleb Nieves take a break during the Tool Box soccer team’s 3-0 victory over St. Bernard in the Winton Valley SAY Soccer tournament final. PROVIDED

Tool Box wins

The Tool Box recently won the Winton Valley SAY Soccer boys 9U Wings tournament, beating St. Bernard, 3-0.

Tool Box coach Tim Fain gives a first-place trophy to Dominic Gaines after his team’s victory in the championship game of the Winton Valley SAY Soccer boys 9U Wings tournament.

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Winton Woods High School 2009 graduate Danny Goins signs a letter of commitment to Grace College in Indiana, from which he received a late summer basketball scholarship. Goins is signing with Winton Woods High School basketball coach Donnie Gillespie and Grace College head basketball coach Jim Kessler in back and his parents, Joanne and Danny Goins.

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Thanks for not giving holiday feast to your pet As you prepare for Thanksgiving, hosting crowds of in-laws, outlaws and assorted stragglers, keep in mind your pet will appreciate being kept out of the stress loop. If you are going out, leave your pet home and away from celebrations. If you are the host, set up a quiet, comfy place for your pet to reside during the festivities. A comfortable crate is one solution; a room with a do not disturb sign is another. Don't put your pet in the garage! Garages are often used as storage for many chemicals that are deadly to pets. And remember, a tired pet is a good pet. Try giving extra exercise and play time in the morning before guests arrive. Keep current registration and identification tags on your pet.

With guests coming in and out of your home, it is very easy for a door to be left ajar and for your animal to wander off.

Diane ZdelarBush Food manners Community and safety Press guest While some columnist would argue

that some pets have better table manners than Aunt Edna, you can feed your pet close to the normal schedule, but before guests arrive, to reduce the temptation for begging and stealing. You can also use a pet gate or safety barrier during mealtime so your pet is nearby.

CH@TROOM Last week’s question

Do you plan to attend a Veterans Day event in your community? What does the day mean to you? “Although I have no current plans to attend an event, to me it is recognition of those who risked their lives and those who gave their lives for our freedoms.” B.N. “Delhi is dedicating there Veteran’s Memorial on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 1 p.m.. My dad, passed away five years ago and he was a veteran in the United States Army. Our entire family will be at the event to remember him and all the men and women who have died that faithfully served and protected our country.” J.A.B. “Yes I will attend a veterans memorial service. The day is very special to me because my father who served in France during World War I died on Nov. 11.” L.S. “Yes, we will be attending Veterans Day events in the community. My daughter will be performing in the choir in the celebration taking place at C.O. Harrison. She will also have the privilege of serving breakfast to the veterans participating in the event and their families. She is so proud to be taking part in the day’s festivities. It’s a great way to say thank you to all that these wonderful people have done and sacrificed for us.” C.F.

Next question Is “Sesame Street” still relevant today, 40 years after its television debut? Why or why not? Do you have any favorite memories of the show? 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. “I don’t attend an event but I always say a prayer thanking those who have served (and are serving) for my freedom.” C.A.S. “In all honesty, I had not thought about attending a Veterans Day event until this week’s Ch@troom question showed up. Although I am a veteran, I did not see combat, and I was lucky to have done my tour of duty in the Navy during a relatively peaceful time in our country’s history (1954-1958). “People have a tendency to take the good things in life for granted, and I am also guilty of that from time to time, and I regret it. This note from the Community Press has made me decide to plan to attend one of the events in the community, to show my appreciation for the awesome sacrifices made by so many in our Armed Forces, especially those who courageously gave their very lives in defense of our country and our freedom. Thank you American veterans!” B.B.

Don't give your pet different food than they would normally eat. Think of how you feel after over-stuffing yourself at the mealtime. Feeding your dog or cat different food, especially the kind from a Thanksgiving feast, can cause unwanted abdominal pain, vomiting or diarrhea. Discourage family members and guests from indulging your pet with inappropriate snacks. Food high in sodium (especially peanuts and chips) and other fatty foods like poultry skin, beef or pork fat can cause an inflammation of pancreas. Pancreatitis is potentially life-threatening condition. Keep chocolate away from dogs and cats. Chocolate, which contains theobromine and caffeine, can be harmful to your pooch. Rapid breathing and

hyperactivity are signs of bad reaction to chocolate. Once the table is cleared, make sure pets cannot get to scraps or bones.

Food preparation and disposal

Don't leave raw turkey on the kitchen counter. Pets can be creative in their quest to reach the counter. Dispose of aluminum foil, plastic wrap and waxed paper from holiday foods. If your pet can get to it, they will lick the food off foils or wraps. The swallowing of such coverings can cause intestinal obstruction. Keep leftover food out of reach and in tightly closed containers.

Secure your garbage

It only takes a minute to get

into the garbage and wolf down whatever smells good – including the string used to tie the turkey. Turkey bones are dangerous for your pet. Any brittle, spiky bone could lodge in the esophagus or cause an irritation of the stomach or intestines. Onions in holiday stuffing can lead to canine anemia if consumed by your dog. Grapes and raisins are toxic and can cause kidney failure in pets. Caffeine and alcohol are also toxic for pets. All of these “treasures” are packaged nicely into the trash for your pet to do some one-stop shopping And remember, keep your emergency vet clinic or veterinary hospital number handy. Diane Zdelar-Bush is a registered veterinary technician with Glenway Animal Hospital.

Potted bulbs can ‘light up’ your spring anywhere You can “light up” your yard next spring by planting spring bulbs in the ground now. But guess what? You can do the same thing to light up your outdoor containers next spring, or to bring spring bulb colors inside your home. Instead of planting bulbs in the ground, simply plant them in a pot. Growing spring bulbs in a container is easy. Here’s what you’ll need for your potted spring bulbs: • 4-, 6-, 8-inch or larger pots, with good drainage holes in the bottom • A good grade potting mix • Espoma’s Bulbtone (a fertilizer) • The bulbs of your choice. Any of the spring flowering bulbs will work, so look at doing some pots of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths for great fragrances, and a few minor bulbs, like crocus, for early colors. Take your pots and place about an inch or two of the potting mix in the bottom.

Ron Wilson In the garden

Then, evenly distribute your bulbs in the mix, point up, and feel free to plant them a little closer than you would normally in the ground. For the tulips, place the flat side of the bulb to the out-

side of the pot. Cover your bulbs with more of your soil-less mix, sprinkle on a little bulb food, and then continue to fill the pot to the top, lightly compressing the soil as you fill. Water your potted bulbs thoroughly, and you’re ready to grow. Now, here’s the secret: You must over winter your potted bulbs in cold temperatures. So, leave your pots sitting outside, watering them when the soil dries out. Once the temperatures outside have become cold, consistently, move the planted bulb pots inside

an unheated garage or shed, put them down in a window well, or actually heel them into the ground, and cover with mulch or leaves for the winter. Check to make sure they have soil moisture when you move them, and water lightly over the winter as the soil dries. Otherwise, just let them sit dormant enjoying the cold temperatures. Early next spring, when the bulbs start to grow, bring them in to the house, or place your potted bulbs in an outdoor planter, give them a light water soluble feeding, water as needed, and let them do their “spring thing.” When they’re totally finished blooming and growing, you can take them out of the pot, plant them in the garden, and enjoy them for years to come. 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

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 614-4668120; 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 513-3851234. In Columbus, write him at the Ohio House of Representatives, 77 S. High St., 14th Floor, Columbus, OH., 43215-6111 or call him at 614466-9091; fax: 614-719-3583. E-mail: district29@ohr.state.oh.us • 32nd District – Dale Mallory (D) In Columbus, call 614-4661645; fax 614-719-3586 E-mail: district32@ohr.state.oh.us

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Exchange students

Winton Woods High School has welcomed five foreign exchange students for the 2009-2010 school year. Pictured from left are Gudjon Jonsson of Iceland, Florencio Eworo Ayingono of Spain, Sarah Hassdenteufel of Germany, Misaki Horiba of Japan and Anan “Nan” Chanyong of Thailand.

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Ghouls, goblins invade Mt. Healthy park By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

HEIDI FALLON/STAFF

Sisters Brandi and Stevie Lawson pitched in to help with the Mount Healthy children’s Halloween party that their grandmother and former council president, Sylvia Lawson, helped organize. They said her grandmother was hoping to get families more involved and have some fun in the process.

Vampires and scarecrows, ladybugs and ninja warriors all mingled nicely for fun and prizes at Mount Healthy’s community Halloween party. It was the first of what organizers hope will become a tradition for the city. Stevie Lawson, 23, was one of the volunteers helping with what had been the idea of her grandmother, Sylvia Lawson. Lawson is a former city council president. “Grandma thought it would be fun for the children and a good way to get families involved with the city and meet one another,” Lawson said. The afternoon at the park included a costume parade, pumpkin carving and games and treats.

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Kayla Nolen, 7, adds a few artistic flourishes to the pumpkin she brought to the Mount Healthy community Halloween party at the park.

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Ladybugs Jada McCrary, 2, left, and her cousin, Tyiasa Kilgore, almost 1, get help from Tyana McCrary, 6, as they set off to be part of the costume parade at Mount Healthy Park. The parade was just part of the festivities during what organizers hope is just the first Halloween party for Mount Healthy families.

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Brother Josh and Dylan Nolen check out the table of treats for good goblins and ghosts at the Mount Healthy community Halloween party at the park. HEIDI FALL/STAFF

Abby Schmidt, 7, gives her dog, Alvin, a hug before darting off in her ninja costume to join in the Halloween costume parade at Mount Healthy Park. HEIDI FALLON/STAFF

Olyvia Bittner, 6, starts carving her pumpkin masterpiece for fun and prizes at the Mount Healthy community Halloween party.

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November 11, 2009

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, N O V. 1 2

ART EXHIBITS

Charley Harper Art Show, 1-7 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, 3455 Poole Road. Exhibit of nature and wildlife works by artist. Framed and unframed prints for sale. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Colerain Township. High Contrast, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 7000 Hamilton Ave. Features 15 local artists in collective exhibition for people with visual impairments. Free. Through Nov. 27. 522-3860; www.clovernook.org. North College Hill.

BUSINESS MEETINGS

Colerain Township Business Association Breakfast Meeting, 8 a.m., Clippard Family YMCA, 8920 Cheviot Road. YMCA update with David Martorano. $3. Presented by Colerain Township Business Association. 9392652. Groesbeck.

COMMUNITY DANCE

Rumba Dance Classes, 7 a.m., Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Choreographed ballroom/round dance classes for those who wish to dance like the stars. Donations requested. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 671-7219. Springfield Township.

CRAFT SHOWS

Chapel Creations Holiday Extravaganza, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Forest Chapel United Methodist Church, 680 W. Sharon Road. Baked goods and handmade crafts from church members. Free. 825-3040. Forest Park.

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.

LITERARY - BOOK CLUBS Horror Book Club, 8 p.m., Monfort Heights Branch Library, 3825 West Fork Road. “The Talisman.” Presented by Monfort Heights/White Oak Civic Association. 3694472. Monfort Heights.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Preschool Story Time, 10 a.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Harvest story in Winton Centre, then a walk to search for signs of winter. Ages 3-5. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township.

ON STAGE STUDENT THEATER

Songs for a New World, 8 p.m., La Salle High School, 3091 North Bend Road. Blackbox Theater. $10. Reservations recommended. Presented by La Salle High School Drama. 741-2369. Green Township.

The Haunting of Hill House, 7:30 p.m., Finneytown High School, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace. Not recommended for children. $10, $8 students with ID, $5 children and seniors. Through Nov. 14. 728-3700. Finneytown.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Preparing for an Empty Nest, 7-9 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. Learn to grieve what’s behind, daydream about possibilities, work on re-locating and re-kindling relationship with spouse in new and different ways and be ready to move forward into future with sense of peace. Free. Registration required. 931-5777. Finneytown. F R I D A Y, N O V. 1 3

CRAFT SHOWS Chapel Creations Holiday Extravaganza, Noon-7 p.m., Forest Chapel United Methodist Church, Free. Turkey dinner 5-7 p.m. $8, $3.50 ages 10 and under. 8253040. Forest Park. FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 5-8 p.m., Piazza Discepoli Wine Merchants & Wine Bar, 5872 Cheviot Road. Includes light hors d’oeuvres. $10. 9231300; www.piazzadiscepoli.com. White Oak.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Meyer’s Music and Sports, 8635 Colerain Ave. Free. 3859883. Colerain Township.

MUSIC - RELIGIOUS

Brandon Heath and Leeland, 7-11 p.m., The Underground, 1140 Smiley Ave. Contemporary Christian musician and singer-songwriter. With Christian rock band. $16, $13 advance. 825-8200. Forest Park.

NATURE

Nature Story Telling Open Mic and Potluck, 5:30 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Winton Centre. Go green by bringing non-disposable plates, cups and utensils. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

ON STAGE STUDENT THEATER

Songs for a New World, 8 p.m., La Salle High School, $10. Reservations recommended. 741-2369. Green Township. The Haunting of Hill House, 7:30 p.m., Finneytown High School, $10, $8 students with ID, $5 children and seniors. 728-3700. Finneytown. Shakespeare Gone Wild, 7:30 p.m., McAuley High School, 6000 Oakwood Ave. Collection of Shakespeare-inspired one-act plays set in the “Wild West.” $8, $6 students and seniors. All seats reserved. Through Nov. 15. 681-1800, ext. 2276. College Hill.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Moerlein Christkindl Winter Warmer Ale Tapping, 4 p.m.-midnight, Cincinnati Central Turners, 2200 Pinney Lane. First tapping ceremony at 7 p.m. Benefits Cincinnati Central Turners and German-American Citizen League of Greater Cincinnati. Free. Presented by Christian Moerlein Brewing Co. 623-8274; christianmoerlein.com. Mount Healthy.

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ART EXHIBITS Charley Harper Art Show, 1-5 p.m., Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve, Free, vehicle permit required. 521-7275. Colerain Township. CIVIC

Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road. Materials include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. Through Nov. 22. 9467755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Green Township. Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Rumpke Sanitary Landfill, 3800 Struble Road. Materials include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755; www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Colerain Township. A Thank You to Veterans, 10-11 a.m., Arlington Memorial Gardens, 2145 Compton Road. Community Room. Veterans of all ages and their families invited to program that includes fanfare, refreshments and presentations on veterans’ benefits including college and healthcare assistance, documenting service experience with Library of Congress and more. Free. Reservations required. 5217003. Springfield Township.

Battle of the Bands: Round 2, 7:30-11 p.m., The Underground, 1140 Smiley Ave. $8. Registration required online for bands. 825-8200. Forest Park.

NATURE

Hike Around the Lake, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Meet at the pavilion to walk along the 1.7-mile paved trail around Winton Lake. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. Northern Boundary Hike, 10 a.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Strenuous offtrail hike on uneven and steep ground. Free; vehicle permit required. Registration required online by Nov. 12. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. 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. Presented by International Folkdancers of Cincinnati. 541-6306. College Hill.

CRAFT SHOWS

Chapel Creations Holiday Extravaganza, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Forest Chapel United Methodist Church, Free. 825-3040. Forest Park. Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church, 11565 Pippin Road. Vendors, crafts and basket raffle. Food available. Free. 868-8596. Colerain Township. Arts & Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Christ Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, 10507 Colerain Ave. Crafts and baked good; children’s activities and concessions. Free; booths $30. Registration required for booths. 385-7883; cpopgh@juno.com. Colerain Township. Holiday Boutique, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Colerain Township Senior and Community Center, 4300 Springdale Road. Lunch available 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Crafters offer items such as baked goods, jewelry, home decor, holiday gifts and more. Free. 741-8802; www.coleraintwp.org. Colerain Township. Gifts of the Spirit Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Greenhills Community Church Presbyterian, 21 Cromwell Road. Handmade gifts, ornaments and decor, food items, quilt raffle and more. 825-8400. Greenhills.

HOME & GARDEN

Suburban Swale and Food Forest Workshop, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Green Township, Off of West Fork Road near Mount Airy Forest. Includes a Friday night meet and greet and lecture. Continues through Nov. 15. A weekend workshop focused on applying water harvesting techniques at a suburban plot. Looks at planning and planting out of a food forest. Theory and hands-on components. $75. Registration required. Presented by Cincinnati Permaculture Guild. 4030047; sam_dunlap@yahoo.com. Green Township.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC Acoustic Jam/Open Mic Night, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Poor Michael’s, 11938 Hamilton Ave. 825-9958. Pleasant Run.

RECREATION

Outdoor Sampler, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. $15. Try the outdoor archery range and climbing wall. Registration required online by Nov. 12. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. M O N D A Y, N O V. 1 6

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.

Sarah Palin will be signing “Going Rogue: An American Life” starting at noon Friday, Nov. 20, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Norwood.* Book pre-orders are on sale now and will include a line ticket. The books will be available Tuesday, Nov. 17, and after. Palin will autograph her book but she will not personalize. There will be no posed photographs and no memorabilia signed. Call 513-3968960 for more details. *Time subject to change, check back for latest event details.

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. 929-2427; www.sonkysdf.com. Springfield Township.

Fabulous Fall Festival, Noon-7 p.m., Mount Healthy United Methodist Church, 7612 Perry St. Homemade candy, pickles, jellies, baked goods, crafts and theme baskets for sale plus Pocket Lady. Turkey dinner served at 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Turkey dinner is $12, $6 for children 10 and younger. Reservations required for turkey dinner. 522-9250. Mount Healthy.

In 2005, Kristin Chenoweth captivated Cincinnati when she performed with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. This Tony and Emmy Award-winning, Golden Globenominated, pint-sized powerhouse makes her return to Music Hall in a program packed with popular favorites, including the Broadway smash, “Wicked.” There will be performances 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. Tickets start at $26 and are available by calling 513-381-3300 or at www.cincinnatipops.org. Legacy Dinner honoring the late Maestro Erich Kunzel to be held prior to Saturday’s performance

MUSIC - ROCK

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

FESTIVALS

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PROVIDED.

High Contrast, the latest exhibit Gallery at Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, features artwork for people with visual impairments by 15 local artists. The exhibit runs through Nov. 27 at Clovernook, 7000 Hamilton Ave. For more information, call 522-3860 or visit www.clovernook.org. Pictured is a piece by Jeff Casto on display in High Contrast.

ON STAGE STUDENT THEATER

Songs for a New World, 8 p.m., La Salle High School, $10. Reservations recommended. 741-2369. Green Township. The Haunting of Hill House, 7:30 p.m., Finneytown High School, $10, $8 students with ID, $5 children and seniors. 728-3700. Finneytown. Shakespeare Gone Wild, 7:30 p.m., McAuley High School, $8, $6 students and seniors. All seats reserved. 681-1800, ext. 2276. College Hill.

SHOPPING

One-Stop Christmas Shopping, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., First Baptist Church of Greenhills, 11195 Winton Road. Crafts, jewelry, baskets, kitchen items, handmade lotion, books and more. Presented by Greenhills Fire Department Auxiliary. 825-3722. Greenhills.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Gala Karnevals Opening Ball, 7:11 p.m., Germania Society of Cincinnati, 3529 W. Kemper Road. Opening of the new Mardi Gras season. Coronation of Karneval royalty. Music by Alpen Echoes. Food and drink available. $12. Reservations required. 6834802; www.germaniasociety.com. Colerain Township.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

When Life Throws a Curve Ball, 7-9 p.m., St. James the Greater, 3565 Hubble Road. Program to assist people in handling stress and life challenges due to recession and unemployment. Topics include coping skills, savings strategies, resources, meal planning and more. Ages 18 and up. Free. Reservations required. Presented by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio. 241-7745; www.catholiccharitiesswo.org. White Oak.

HOME & GARDEN

Year Round Gardening: Holiday Porch Pots, 6:30 p.m., Monfort Heights Branch Library, 3825 West Fork Road. Learn new ideas for planning and maintaining garden throughout the year. Adults only. With White Oak Garden Center staff. 385-3313. Monfort Heights.

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 resumes. Free. Registration required. 9315777. Finneytown. Crohn’s & Colitis Support, 7-8:30 p.m., Family Life Center, 703 Compton Road. For those with Crohn’s Diseases, colitis, IBS and their family members. Includes presentations and discussion. Free baby-sitting with advance notice. Registration required. 9315777. Finneytown.

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DANCE CLASSES 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. SCHOOLS

Town Hall Meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., La Salle High School, 3091 North Bend Road. For prospective members of the class of 2014. Ask questions about the school, including new programs such as the Spignum Fidei Institute, tablet program and La Sallain Scholars Institute. 741-2365. Green Township. W E D N E S D A Y, N O V. 1 8

COMMUNITY DANCE Swing Dance Class, 8-9 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. Presented by Contemporary Dance Theater. 591-1222; www.cdt-dance.org. College Hill. HEALTH / WELLNESS

Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kroger, 8421 Winton Road. 15-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 6863300. Finneytown. T H U R S D A Y, N O V. 1 9

BENEFITS

Celebrity Bartender, 6-8 p.m., Clovernook Country Club, 2035 W. Galbraith Road. Complimentary appetizers, tarot card reader and masseuse available. Bartenders Jim Breech, former Cincinnati Bengals player, and Janeen Coyle, WGRRFM (103.5) morning radio personality. Benefits Benefits Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired.728-6274. College Hill.

ON STAGE STUDENT DANCE

Peter Pan, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Finneytown High School, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace, Auditorium. New updated music, props, costumes, and dancing. All ages. $6, $2 students. Presented by Maria’s School Of Dance. 6598502. Finneytown.

ON STAGE STUDENT THEATER

Cards on the Table, 8 p.m., Winton Woods High School, 1231 W. Kemper Road. Auditorium. Agatha Christie play directed by Michelle Kozowski. $7. 619-2420. Forest Park.

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MUSIC - CHORAL

Jam With Bach, 4 p.m., Forest Chapel United Methodist Church, 680 W. Sharon Road. Singers and instrumentalists perform music of Bach. Bring scores, voices and instruments to participate. Free. 521-7664. Forest Park.

NATURE

What’s for Dinner?, 1-3:30 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Winton Centre. Build a wildlife pizza, practice recognizing animal signs and visit live animals. Craft available for a small fee. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township. Mapping II, 2 p.m., Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road. Learn how to use a map and compass. Try out an orienteering course to learn to follow a bearing, travel around large obstacles and get back on track. $5, vehicle permit required. Registration required online by Nov. 12. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Springfield Township.

PROVIDED

Learn to make your drawings dance at the Weston Art Gallery’s annual children’s animation workshop 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. Under the direction of J. Russell Johnson, Wright State University’s professor of motion pictures, and Ruben Moreno, art educator and clay animation specialist, children learn the basic premise of animation, the foundation of all motion pictures, and practice techniques to create a short film. Workshop fee includes snacks and supplies plus a free DVD and film screening (with popcorn) next spring. Cost is $8 members, $12 nonmembers. Advance registration and payment required. Register at 513-684-4524 or www.taftmuseum.org/familiescreate.htm

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November 11, 2009

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Don’t let air duct cleaners clean you out A local woman says she now regrets ever responding to an ad for air duct cleaning. Although the price in the ad sounded good, she says she had no idea what she was getting herself into. What happened to her should be a cautionary tale for everyone. Nicole Smith of Fort Thomas says she now realizes she should have double-checked before agreeing to more and more duct cleaning after responding to an ad. “It said they would clean 14 vents and one return for $49.95. I was like, ‘They’re not that dirty, just kind of sweep it through and get it out of there,’ ” she said. Smith said when the serviceman arrived things were different. “He even refused to clean the ducts because he said they had to have something done. He wouldn’t do it, he said he had to treat it first,” she said. Smith ended up agreeing to a host of things. “It was treatment for a sanitizer to control germs, bacteria and feces, and a product to control mold, mildew and fungus,” she said. That, plus a whole lot more, came to $1,000. After the serviceman left, friends and other companies she contacted all raised questions about the air duct cleaning – including whether she really had

mold as the serviceman claimed. So, she called and requested a refund, but it was denied. “They said because they had already done the treatment they put it through,” said Smith. I showed Smith the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recommendation about duct cleaning. It said duct cleaning has never been shown to actually prevent health problems. “I really wish I would have read this beforehand,” Smith told me. The EPA said much of the dirt and dust in air ducts simply adheres to the duct surfaces and does not necessarily enter the living space. So, it said, cleaning should be considered for only severe cases of mold, dust and debris. The EPA also said, “Pollutants that enter the home both from outdoors and indoor activities such as cooking, cleaning, smoking or just moving around can cause greater exposure to contaminants than dirty air ducts.” I contacted the company Smith had hired, explained how it failed to give her three days in which to cancel, as required by law, and the company has now given Smith all her money back. Troubleshooter Howard Ain answers consumer complaints and questions weekdays at

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William Sloane Coffin said, “The first of the four cardinal virtues of the Roman Catholic Church is ‘prudentia,’ which basically means damn good thinking. Christ came to take away our sins, not our minds.” Yes, prudence takes damn good thinking – not merely egotistically deciding what fits my agenda. If we develop prudence, it usually comes from the widest possible observation and experience of human behavior, understanding what constitutes psychological health, and a conscientious awareness of the general moral principles with which God has imbued mankind. Prudence has little correlation with book learning. Some people seem to develop it more readily, some otherwise intelligent persons appear slow to catch on, and geniuses may be totally deficient. Making prudent choices is often laborious, yet the complexities of life make it ever more necessary. Thomas Aquinas claimed that the central moral virtue was prudence. While love is the underlying motive for moral action, the essence of moral judgment itself is the astute and wise judgment we exercise by sifting through all the alternatives presented

by the concrete world. And since the alternatives are often so complex, wise judgment is itself a skill and constitutes the virtue called prudence. So, if you hear some

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friends have called you the most prudent person they know, smile, don’t frown. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

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If, in your absence, some friends of yours said you were one of the most prudent people they knew – would you feel complimented or criticized? Prudence sounds a lot like “prude,” doesn’t it? So, are you offended? What is prudence, and what does it mean to be prudent? Prudence is the first of four virtues traditionally named as the most important in the ethical order. As far back as Plato and Aristotle the virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude and temperance have been praised. In “A Concise Dictionary of Theology,” Gerald Collins S. J. says that prudence “entails the capacity to translate general norms and ideals into practice.” A Christian prudence is more than a mere shrewdness to win your case or avoid harsh consequences. It’s more similar to an innate common sense. Prudence is the intellectual ability to choose the right means toward a worthy end. You know how often we struggle with puzzling questions of how to spend our money, where to direct our time, how to handle the competing demands of our lives, how to settle differences, etc. A student may wrestle

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November 11, 2009

An easy beef stir fry, a colorful Jell-O dessert at St. Andrew’s in Milford, needed healthier recipes “a bachelor like me could make.” I sent him some and I’m thinking that my little favor might result in Father Rob putting in a good word for me with the “right people.” If you have easy recipes for folks like Father Rob, please share.

steak, thinly sliced across grain 1 ⁄4 cup or more to taste, soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 tomatoes cut into wedges (if they’re big, use 2) 1 bunch green onions, sliced thin Canola or peanut oil Hot cooked rice More soy if desired

Rita’s easy stir-fry beef with green onions and tomatoes

Combine beef, soy and cornstarch. Marinate anywhere from five minutes to a day. Film bottom of large skillet with oil. Stir fry beef in batches, adding oil as needed. Place back into skillet and add tomatoes and onions. Cook until hot.

If you want, add a handful of snow peas or bean sprouts with tomatoes and onions. 1 pound or less flank

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Velma Papenhaus’ three-layer holiday paradise Jell-O loaf

Funny how far a friendship can take you. Dick Herrick, a Mason reader, and I have been friends since we met at Alvey Ferguson, a conveyor company in Oakley, eons ago. I was a bilingual secretary and Dick was an interning college student. Dick’s former neighbors, the Papenhauses, have been close friends of his family for many years. That friendship and this column led Velma to me with her favorite Jell-O recipe . “Red on bottom, white in middle and green on top. Very colorful for holidays,” she said. I think Velma should invite Dick and me over to enjoy a big plateful! Velma uses a Pyrex dish, about 11-by-8.

First layer:

1 pkg. cherry Jell-O, 4 serving size 13⁄4 cups very hot water 1 cup chopped apple Mix Jell-O and water until Jell-O dissolves, stir in apple, and pour in casserole. Let gel before pouring on layer No. 2.

Second layer:

1 pkg. lemon Jell-O, 4 serving size 6 oz. cream cheese, softened

13⁄4 cups pineapple juice and water (pineapple juice comes from pineapple used in layer No. 3. Pour juice into measuring cup and fill with water to make 13⁄4 cups. Heat until very hot). 1 cup chopped nuts

Mix Jell-O, cream cheese and juice/water until Jell-O dissolves and cream cheese is smooth. Put in refrigerator to gel just enough so nuts can be mixed in easily. Pour onto first layer. Let gel before pouring on layer No. 3.

Third layer:

1 pkg. lime Jell-O, 4 serving size 13⁄4 cups very hot water 1 can, approximately 20 oz., crushed pineapple, drained (save juice for layer No. 2) Mix Jell-O and water until Jell-O dissolves. Put in fridge to gel just enough so pineapple can be mixed in easily. Pour onto second layer.

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• Withrow High chess pie. M. Miles remembers the chess pie at Withrow High in the 1960s. “The version served now is not the same as was served in Cincinnati Public schools back then. The original pie didn’t contain cornstarch.” • Spaghetti Factory’s linguine with clam sauce. For Della, Bellevue, Ky. “The best – any ideas how it was made?” • Mullane’s soft taffy. For Liza Sunnenberg, a

Mullane’s

My editor, Lisa Mauch, is my best researcher. Here's what she found on the Web regarding Mullane’s: • In 1848, William and Mary Mullane opened a small store in the West End and began selly taffy and molasses candy. (Cincinnati Magazine) • In the 1940s, Mullane’s operated a tea shop/restaurant in the arcade of the Carew Tower. Eventually the restaurant closed and was sold, but the name Mullane's was retained and a small restaurant by that name operated on Race Street between Seventh and Eighth streets until 2004. (Ancestry.com) • In 1959, George and Marilyn Case purchased the 111-year-old Mullane Taffy Company, which shipped its goodies all over the world, and moved it to larger quarters in Norwood. (Billboard Magazine). Wyoming reader. “Years ago in Cincinnati, there was a candy company named Mullane’s Taffy. They had two kinds: opaque, like you see all around; the other was rather translucent and just a wee bit softer. The company disappeared and I would love to know how to make the translucent taffy or purchase it.” Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

Here’s the lowdown on continued high-quality care. Mercy’s two West side hospitals will continue to provide you high-quality care. Mercy Hospitals Mt. Airy and Western Hills are consistently rated among the top 5% of hospitals nationally for patient safety, which speaks highly of our commitment to exceptional care and service. There is a great sense of joy, pride and anticipation over our new hospital that is scheduled to open in 2014. Until that time, Mercy Hospitals Mt. Airy and Western Hills will continue to provide high-quality medical care along with new and enhanced services—the kind that you’ve come to expect without interruption. Continued care for 150 years past…and future. Part of the Mercy Circle of Caring. We look forward to continuing to care for you at Mercy Hospitals Mt. Airy and Western Hills. If you have any questions or concerns, please visit www.mercywest.com.

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Whenever I’m out and about, someone will come up and mention the column. It keeps me aware of what you want. A few weeks ago Rita I got an Heikenfeld unusual Rita’s kitchen request for e a s y , healthy meals. Now that part of the request is not unusual, but the fellow who asked is a bit unusual in that he has some ties to a pretty important “person.” Father Rob Waller, pastor

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November 11, 2009

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BRIEFLY Dinner served

Members of the Springfield Township Senior Center will be hosting a Thanksgiving dinner event on Sunday, Nov. 22, at the Senior/Community Center, 9158 Winton Road, behind the Springfield Township Administration Complex. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m. Dinner, which includes turkey and all the trimmings, will be by Schmidt’s Catering. Cost is $15 per person. Proceeds from the event will benefit Senior, Inc., a fundraising and advocacy organization for Springfield Township Seniors and senior activities. Deadline for reservations is Nov. 16. Mail names of participants and check made payable to Senior Inc., to the Senior Center. For more information, contact Doris Dunn at 931-5561.

Mobile mammography

The Jewish Hospital mobile mammography unit will be at Kroger, 8421 Winton Road in Finneytown, Wednesday, Nov. 18. Most appointments are available between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The American Cancer Society recommends that women have a mammogram every year starting at age 40. Screening mammograms are covered by most insurance carriers. For best coverage, patients should verify that The Jewish Hospital is an in-network provider. Financial assistance programs are available for women who are uninsured

and underinsured. Call 6863310 for financial information. Appointments are necessary for the mammograms and can be made by calling 686-3300.

Veterans reception

The Winton Woods City School District will hold a Veterans Reception at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Winton Woods High School auditorium, followed by the school's fall play, “Cards on the Table.“ Each veteran and his or her guest will receive complimentary tickets to the fall play. Any veterans who wish to attend school call communications specialist Gina Burnett at 619-2301 by Tuesday, Nov. 17.

Open book

Finneytown Local School District financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009, are available for public inspection in the Board of Education office at 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace. Call 728-3700 for more information.

Craft show

The Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church will hold a Craft and Gift Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the church, 11565 Pippin Road. There will be crafts, gifts, decorations, and themed raffle baskets. Lunch, baked goods and homemade candy will be available. For more information call the church at 825-4544 or the

Show Coordinator Kim Cornett at 868-8596.

Glass act

The Springfield Township Senior/Community Center will offer a stained glass kaleidoscope

session from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6. Participants will learn how to cut glass, solder pieces and create a piece of art in this three-hour program. This program is geared towards adults, 18 and older and includes instruction and all materials necessary. The cost is $40 for township residents and $50 for non-residents. A minimum of five participants will be required to conduct the class, with a maximum registration of 10. Register by Dec. 4 at the Springfield Township Senior/Community Center, 9158 Winton Road, calling 522-1154 or e-mail to tschneider@springfieldtwp.org. Check or money order payments will be accepted. Credit card payments will also be accepted with a 3 percent surcharge. Center operating hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tax help

The North College Hill senior Center offers a program on taxes at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. Charles Vonderhaar CPA will be presenting tax planning advice free to all seniors. On Wednesday, Dec. 9, there will be a free lunch at

noon sponsored by Mount Healthy Christian Home for seniors ages 55 and older. A game of Bunco will follow at 1 p.m. and costs 50 cents. Call 521-3462 to sign up for both programs or for more information. The center is located at 1586 Goodman Ave.

Fire fundraising

The Village of Greenhills Fire Department plans on once again giving local families an extra reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving when they award more than 260 turkeys and a flat screen TV at its largest fundraiser of the year. The 71st annual turkey raffle will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Greenhills American Legion, 11000 Winton Road. This year’s goal is to raise $10,000 to help buy equipment for new ambulances they hope to put in service next year. “The turkey raffle is a great tradition for Greenhills,” said Fire Chief Tony Spaeth. “For over 70 years, we’ve been raffling turkeys to help our volunteer department raise some much needed funds for essential equipment.” For more information or to purchase raffle tickets, call 589-3583.

McAuley play

The McAuley High School

fine arts department presents its fall play, “Shakespeare Gone Wild,” a collection of Shakespearean-inspired oneacts set in the wild west. Performances 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. All seats are reserved. Tickets are $8 or $6 for students and senior citizens Reserve tickets by calling director Alecia Lewkowich at 681-1800, ext. 2276.

St. X Christmas

The St. Xavier High School Mother’s Club will host An Elegant Christmas Xperience from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, at the school, 600 W. North Bend Road in Finneytown. Guests will enjoy the club’s annual Christmas boutique, main awards raffle, choice basket raffle, door prizes, luncheon and professionally produced fashion show. Tickets are $40 per person. Reservation can be made online at www.stxavier.org/mcblrfs09. Community members who do not attend the luncheon can shop the Christmas boutique from 12:15 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 761-7815, ext. 874, or e-mail mothersclub@stxavier.org.

Blood drive

A La Salle family is hosting

a blood drive and bone marrow registration from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28, at St. Ann Church, 2900 W. Galbraith Road on Nov. 28. Rick Merk, whose son Alex is a sophomore at La Salle, has an elementary schoolaged son Tony who has been treated for a cancerous brain tumor. The Merk family wishes to pay back the community for all the blood products that their son received while being treated.

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Community

November 11, 2009

Churches collection points for project It looks like Santa has workshops popping up all over Cincinnati, as local businesses, churches and homes prepare to serve as collection points for Operation Christmas Child. Soon, with the help of Cincinnati volunteers, the sites will be brimming with festively wrapped shoe boxes full of gifts. Through Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project, Cincinnati residents are packing shoe box gifts for children in more than 100 countries suffering from natural disaster, war, terror-

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ism, disease, famine and poverty. From Cincinnati, the shoe box gifts will be sorted and sent using whatever means necessary – sea containers, trucks, trains, airplanes, boats, camels, even dog sleds – to reach suffering children around the world. Operation Christmas Child uses tracking technology that allows donors to “follow your box” to the destination country where it will be hand-delivered to a child in need. To register shoe box gifts and find out what country they are delivered to, use the EZ Give donation form found a t www.samaritanspurse.org. Local collection sites: • First Baptist Mt. Healthy, 1210 Compton Road, 513-931-0477, and • Immanuel At Lakewood Baptist Church, 4008 Westwood Northern Blvd., 513-662-7729. In 2008, the Cincinnati area contributed 20,598 boxes to the Operation Christmas Child effort. This year, organizers hope to collect 22,000 gift-filled shoe boxes from families, kids, churches, schools and civic organizations in the area. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, a project of

What you can do Prepare – Enlist families, churches, scout troops, community groups and businesses to take part in creating shoe box gifts for needy children worldwide. Pack – Fill shoe boxes with school supplies, toys, necessity items, hard candy and a letter of encouragement. Stepby-step shoe box packing instructions are available at www.samaritanspurse.org. Process – Sign up to join Operation Christmas Child volunteers at collection sites as part of the effort to prepare millions of shoe box gifts for delivery to underprivileged kids on six continents. international Christian relief and evangelism organization Samaritan’s Purse, headed by Franklin Graham, has delivered more than 68 million gift-filled shoe boxes to needy children in some 130 countries. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, visit www.samaritanspurse.org. National Collection Week is Nov. 16-23.

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Nine employees of Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired recently participated in an event on Fountain Square called White Cane Safety Day. For people who are blind or visually impaired, the white cane is a symbol of freedom affording each individual greater independence and mobility. The group walked the streets of Cincinnati in order to raise community awareness concerning people with visual impairments and how they play an integral role within our community. Pictured from left are John Ganley, Sharon Garland, Ingrid Hillworth, Lauren Allen, Greg Matheney, George Seda, Connie Booher, Jeremy Steele and Robert McEwen.

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Mount Airy residents Indra, 9, and Chai Risma, 5, decorated a Target lunch bag in the Target Kids Corner at the third annual Books by the Banks. The event hosted 88 authors, 2,600 attendees, 121 volunteers and five area organizations: Cincinnati Magazine, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, the Mercantile Library, the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County and University of Cincinnati Libraries. There was a 30 percent rise in attendance during last year and a 106 percent increase in book sales. PROVIDED.

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Pearl Lewis, one of the founders of the Forest Park Steppers, was the Forest Park nominee for the 2009 Senior Citizen Hall of Fame. T h e Lewis awards banquet was held at the Hyatt Hotel downtown Sept. 4. Lewis’ leadership has made the senior line dancing group very popular. The class, which meets Monday mornings at the Forest Park Senior Center, posts weekly attendance of as many as 70 or 80 older adults. The Senior Citizen Hall of Fame was created by the Senior Citizens’ Advisory Council of the Cincinnati Recreation Commission. Since the Hall of Fame was founded in 1968, more than 1,500 older adults have been inducted. Nominees are chosen by their fellow members on the basis of significant and continuing contributions to the social and cultural life of the community.

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Clovernook hosting celebrity bartenders The Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired will host Celebrity Bartender from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Clovernook Country Club. The free event will feature celebrity bartenders former Bengal

kicker Jim Breech and Janeen Coyle, morning voice for Married with Microphones on WGRR-FM, 103.5. Complimentary appetizers will be served, and for fun, a tarot card reader and masseuse will be on site for entertainment purposes.

All proceeds will directly support Clovernook’s 106-year old mission: To promote independence and foster the highest quality of life for people with visual impairments, including those with additional disabilities. For questions or to learn more

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Tony Gustin

Robert A. “Tony” Gustin, 77, Mount Healthy, died Nov. 3. He was an Army veteran of Korea and a member of Wesley Werner American Legion Post 513. Survived by sisters Marianne (Tom) Jones, Elizabeth (Ron) Otto; eight nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents James, Loretta Gustin, brothers James (Mary), William (Joan) Gustin. Services were Nov. 9 at the Church of the Assumption. Arrangements by Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Church of the Assumption or Hospice of Cincinnati.

Bobby Hart

Robert E. “Bobby” Hart Jr., 57, died Oct. 28. Survived by children Shaun (Melissa), Shannon, Adam Hart;

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grandchildren Eddie, Abbigail, Christian, Gage; parents Robert “Red,” Billie Hart; sisters Barb (Earnie) Perry, Bev (Phil) Hart; nieces and nephews Larry (Edna), Jimmy (Annette), Beth, Preston, Joshua, Jasmine, Annabelle, Christy; friend Donna Clouse; many great-nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by niece Bonnie Smith. Services were Nov. 2 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to the American Heart Association.

Susan Keller

Susan Blower Keller, 53, College Hill, died Nov. 2. She was a member of the Mount Healthy Eagles auxiliary Survived by husband James Keller; mother Kitty Blower; siblings Beth (Mike) Amend, Walter Blower; nephews, niece Noel, Sarah, Mickey Amend; sister-in-law Gloria Keller.

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DEATHS Preceded in death by father Richard Blower, brother Bennett Blower, sister-in-law Debbie Coldiron. Services were Nov. 6 at Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home.

Arthur Lake

Arthur C. Lake, 91, died Oct. 18. He was a bookkeeper for Exxon Mobil. He was an Army veteran. Survived by grandsons Gary (Mari), Timothy (Camille) Lake. Preceded in death by wife Gladys Lake; Lake son Ron (Sue) Lake; brother Leslie Lake. Services were Nov. 2 at the Llanfair Retirement Community Chapel. Arrangements by Gump-Holt Funer-

About obituaries al Home. Memorials to: Llanfair Retirement Community Life Care Fund, 1701 Llanfair Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45224, Alzheimer's Association, Greater Cincinnati Chapter, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203 or American Cancer Society, 5555 Frantz Road, Dublin, OH 43017.

Joseph Meischke

Joseph E. Meischke, 81, Finneytown, died Oct. 29. He was an Army veteran. Survived by children Joseph C. Meischke Sr., Judy Fraser; grandchildren Joseph C. Jr., Jason Meischke, Jennifer Funk. Preceded in death by wife Joyce Meischke, sisters Emma Rounds, Rosemary Urk. Services were Nov. 3 at the Arlington Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel. Arrangements by Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home.

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Ina St. John

Ina Wood St. John, 86, Finneytown, died Nov. 1. Survived by daughters Marcia St. John, Linda (John) Brown, Phyllis (John) DeBra; grandchildren Jim Little, John, Shanon, Brian DeBra, Judah Brown; sisters Nina Chelf, Hattie Graybeal; 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband Isaac St. John, nine siblings. Services were Nov. 7 at Paul R. Young Funeral Home. Memorials to: American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693.

Mildred West

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REUNIONS Amelia High School Class of 1959 – a reunion is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Holiday Inn, Eastgate. For more information, call Rosalind (Fell) MacFarland at 752-8604. Our Lady of Perpetual Help – is having a reunion for all graduates from 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. William’s Church Undercroft, West Eighth and Sunset avenues, Price Hill. Cost is $15 per person and includes soda, beer, chips, pretzels, bartender, hall rental and music by Jerry “Tiger” Iles. Donations given to Santa Maria Community Services, Sedamsville Civic Association and other organizations. Graduates are asked to bring a snack to share. Last names from A to M are asked to bring appetizers. Names from N to Z are asked to bring desserts. Mail reservations to Pat Oates Telger, 4125 Pleasure Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45205. Include name, name of spouse or guest, address, phone number, e-mail address, year graduated and a check for $15 made out to Pat Telger. For questions, call Marlene Mueller Collinsworth, 921-0620; Cathy Boone Dryden, 859-282-1788; Kathy Oates Finkelmeier, 4514392; Jane Corns Garrett, 4517420; Jenny Corns Newman, 451-8787; Judy Oates Paff, 9228708 or Telger at 251-4507. St. Margaret Mary School in North College Hill Class of 1969 – is

conducting a 40-year reunion at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Clovernook Country Club, 2035 W. Galbraith Road. For details, contact Andy Kleiman at 859-441-6248. Goshen High School Class of 1979 – is having its 30 year class reunion Saturday, Nov. 21, at Valley Vineyards, 2276 E. US 22 and 3, Morrow, Ohio. Meet and greet is from 6-7 p.m. Dinner and DJ is from 7-11 p.m. No charge for meet and greet. Dinner and DJ is $30 per person. Make checks payable to Goshen High School Class of 1979, P.O. Box 27, Lebanon, Ohio 45036, c/o Debi Wallace. For questions, Contact Kim Cook at 967-1169, Debi Wallace at 673-1973, Diana Mohring at ddetmering@cinci.rr.com, Denise McFadden at denisemc09@yaloo.com, Nina Ross at 545-6289 or rosspologirl@hotmail.com, or Tim Johnson at 824-2353, or jt.johnson.1@hotmail.com. Our Lady of Victory Class of 1974 – is having its 35th reunion at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at St. Simon Church, Fr. Plagge Hall. Cost is $25 per person or $45 couple. Beer, wine, snacks and food will be available. Classmates that need to be located: Bruce Bruno, Paula Dietrich, Kim Meier, and Mary Ann Owens McCrillis. RSVP no later than Nov. 1 to any one of the following: Denise Emmett: 702-9077, Karen Wueb-

bling Sutthoff 738-4138, Kim Lynch Breitenbach 484-4913, Mary Pat McQuaide 922-8021, Suzette Brucato Timmer 9227085, or visit the class’ reunion page at www.facebook.com. St. Dominic Class of 1988 – reunion is being rescheduled for the fall at a date and place to be determined. E-mail Angela (Fischer) Seiter at angelaseiter@hotmail.com for information. Princeton High School Class of 1970 – will have its 40th reunion on June 25 and 26. A buffet is planned for 7-11 p.m., Friday June 25, at Raffel’s Banquet Hall in Evendale. The class will also meet from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Sharon Woods, on Saturday, June 26, at Cardinal Crest camp site for a cookout. All classmates should contact Jim Young at jyoung4256@yahoo.com or Janice (Renner) Wilkins at Janice.Wilkins@hamiltonmrdd.org. Talawanda High School classes of 1964 and 1965 – are having a 45th reunion for 1965 and 46th reunion for 1964, July 23, 24 and 25, in Oxford, Ohio. Specific planning will take place in November, but initial contacts can be made to Alice Anderson Wedding at aj2mydad@yahoo.com, on facebook.com, or at 831-0336. Anyone is welcome to help plan.

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November 11, 2009

POLICE REPORTS Eric Crutcher, born 1987, possession of drugs, 1561 Ambrose Ave., Oct. 31. Joseph Harris, born 1984, possession of drugs, 1555 Ambrose Ave., Oct. 31. Bobby Beamon, born 1970, obstruction of official business, resisting arrest and burglary, 1648 Marlowe Ave., Oct. 30. Kipp Carter, born 1976, possession of drug paraphernalia, 5800 Hamilton Ave., Oct. 30. Ashley D. Wheeler, born 1985, criminal damaging or endangerment, menacing by stalking and telecommunication harassment, 5000 Colerain Ave., Nov. 2. Rashawn Jones, born 1986, domestic violence, 5612 Colerain Ave., Oct. 26. Curtis Johnson, born 1946, after hours in park, 1620 Blue Spruce Road, Oct. 25. April L. Betts, born 1970, after hours in park, 1620 Blue Spruce Road, Oct. 25. Charles W. Lee, born 1984, possession of open flask, 2536 Flanigan Court, Oct. 25. Lawrence Linder, born 1984, possession of open flask, 2536 Flanigan Court, Oct. 25.

Incidents

Aggravated robbery 1605 Marlowe Ave., Nov. 1. 5875 Renee Court, Oct. 27.

Breaking and entering

1260 W. Galbraith Road, Oct. 25. 1722 W. North Bend Road, Nov. 1. 5854 Hamilton Ave., Oct. 28.

Burglary

1351 Teakwood Ave., Oct. 28. 1357 Teakwood Ave., Oct. 28. 1543 Marlowe Ave., Oct. 26. 1629 Elkton Place, Nov. 2. 1648 Marlowe Ave., Oct. 30. 2345 W. North Bend Road, Nov. 2. 2645 Kipling Ave., Nov. 2. 5734 Lantana Ave., Oct. 29. 5928 Belmont Ave., Oct. 31. 8081 Daly Road, Oct. 30.

Felonious assault

5469 Kirby Ave., Oct. 25.

Theft

1040 Groesbeck Road, Oct. 25. 1040 Groesbeck Road, Oct. 25. 1048 Springbrook Drive, Oct. 25. 1626 Llanfair Ave., Oct. 27. 1909 Savannah Way, Oct. 26. 2650 Kipling Ave., Oct. 31. 5804 Monfort Hills Ave., Oct. 29.

About police reports The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. This information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department: • Springfield Township: Chief David Heimpold, 7291300. • Mount Healthy: Chief Al Schaefer, 728-3183. • Cincinnati District 5, Captain David Bailey, 5698500. • North College Hill: Chief Paul Toth, 521-7171. • Greenhills: Chief Thomas Doyle, 825-2101. • Forest Park: Chief Phil Cannon, 595-5220.

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Theft

Radio and CDs of unknown value removed from vehicle at 11839 Hamlet, Oct. 21. Bike valued at $200 removed at 11550 Winton Road, Oct. 23. Reported at 1199 Kemper Meadow, Oct. 24. $20 removed at Winton Woods High School, Oct. 27. Medication of unknown value removed at 11571 Ravensburg Court, Oct. 26. Xbox valued at $189.99 removed at 11036 Quailridge Court, Oct. 26.

Greenhills

Arrests/citations

Patricia Curran, 44, 63 Drummond St., theft at 60 block of Drummon Street, Oct. 26. Juvenile, criminal damaging, resisting arrest at Falcon Lane, Oct. 23. Dustin Taylor, 25, 10 Ashby St., domestic violence at 10 Ashby St., Oct. 20.

Burglary

Incidents

House entered and faucets, drill and sander valued at $600 removed at 924 Smiley, Oct. 25.

Man reported tools stolen at 1900 W. Galbraith Road, Oct. 30.

Burglary

Felonious assault

Juvenile reported being attacked and cell phone stolen at Eighth Alley, Oct. 28.

Arson

965 Sarbrook Drive man reported vehicle damaged at Winton Road, Oct. 24.

Breaking and entering

Incidents Breaking and entering

Criminal mischief

Incidents Aggravated robbery

Vehicle set on fire at 748 Northland, Oct. 19.

Arrests/citations

Clinton Watson, 25, 3270 Tulsa Court, drug possession at 6800 block of Hamilton Avenue, Nov. 3. Kumaini Azim, 28, 2830 Harrison Ave., disorderly conduct while intoxicated, obstructing official business at 6900 block of Gloria Avenue, Nov. 1. Anthony Spaw, 30, 1806 Emerson Ave., drug possession at 6700 block of Savannah Avenue, Nov. 1. Marion Neil, 60, 5963 Oakwood St., theft at 7132 Hamilton Ave., Oct. 31. Joshua Duncan, 20, 2024 Catalpa Ave., assault at Mulberry Avenue, Oct. 31. Rodney Lee, 44, 840 Overlook Ave., deception to obtain prescription at 6700 Hamilton Ave., Oct. 29.

Man reported jewelry stolen at 1499 Collegewood Lane, Oct. 27. Woman reported jewelry, camera stolen at 1612 Marilyn Lane, Oct. 27. Woman reported video game system stolen at 1612 DeArmand Ave., Nov. 3.

Man reported computer equipment, cell phone stolen at 53 Illona Drive, Oct. 21.

Victim threatened and keys and $230 removed at 484 Dewdrop, Oct. 23.

North College Hill

Criminal damaging

Woman reported fence, siding damaged at 65 Drummond St., Oct. 27.

Robbery

746 Northland Blvd. woman reported being cut during argument at Winton and Sharon roads, Oct. 23.

Theft

Man reported wallet stolen at 24 Farragut Road, Oct. 24. Village Keg reported $70 in merchandise stolen at 5 Enfield St., Oct. 19.

Man reported bike stolen at 1622 W. Belmar Drive, Oct. 31. Juvenile reported bike stolen at 2000 block of West Galbraith Road, Nov. 3. Lake Nina reported air conditioner damaged at 7200 Pippin Road, Oct. 30.

Vehicle hood damaged at 655 Waycross Road, Oct. 21. Vehicle window damaged at 11797 Kenn Road, Oct. 22. Door and lock damaged at 934 Glasgow, Oct. 26. Window of front end loader damaged at 2251 Waycross Road, Oct. 26.

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Theft

Victim reported at 11461 Gresham, Oct. 26.

Woman reported vehicle damaged at 7409 Maple Ave., Nov. 3.

Gerri Graham, 44, 8897 Cabot Drive, disorderly conduct at 8800 block of Cabot Drive, Nov. 3. Michelle Miller, 25, 1113 Kings Run Drive, obstructing official business at 9200 block of Winton Road, Nov. 3. Charles Frazier, 42, 1072 Wellspring Drive, domestic violence at 1072

Burglary

Residence entered and laptop and charger valued at $575 removed at 623 Donsmore, Oct. 23. Residence entered at 923 Goodhue, Oct. 26 Residence entered at 11651 Norbourne , Oct. 27.

Criminal damaging

Identity theft

Theft

Woman reported check stolen at 7628 Clovernook Ave., Nov. 3.! Juvenile reported i-pod stolen at Kinney Avenue, Oct. 30.

Vandalism

Theft of license plate

1232 W. Galbraith Road, Oct. 24. Unauthorized use of motor vehicle 5869 Renee Court, Oct. 31. 6365 Meis Ave., Oct. 28.

Forest Park

Arrests/citations

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Juvenile female, 12, criminal damaging at 11520 Kenn Road, Oct. 21. Brandon Cardwell, 27, 612 Dewdrop , criminal trespassing at 650 Northland Blvd., Oct. 23. Oscar Valasquez, 19, 4980 Dixie Highway, obstruction at 530 Northland Blvd., Oct. 23. Natowia Macord, 32, 215 South 11th St., obstruction at 11550 Winton Road, Oct. 24. Amber Vaulx, 22, 11453 Flagler Drive, criminal trespassing at 11465 Flagler, Oct. 21. Juvenile male, 15, aggravated menacing at 1406 Karahill, Oct. 20. Peter Collins, 39, 11391 Folkstone Drive, criminal trespassing at 637 Northland Blvd., Oct. 22. Juvenile female, 15, theft at 1598 W. Kemper Road, Oct. 22. Calvin Williams, 37, 619 Dewdrop, domestic violence at 615 Dewdrop, Oct. 28.

Incidents Attempted burglary

Woman reported attempted break-in at 820 Crowden Drive, Oct. 30.

Robbery

Juvenile reported being assaulted and wallet, Ipod stolen at 8500 block of Winton Road, Nov. 1.

Theft

Rally's reported money stolen at 10946 Hamilton Ave., Nov. 2. Taco Bell reported money stolen at 893 W. Galbraith Road, Oct. 31. Man reported checks stolen at 8446 Fernwell Drive, Oct. 28.

Neidhard-Gillen Funeral Home Presents

HOLIDAY HOPE & MEMORIES

Neihard-Gillen Funeral Home personally invites you and your family to join us on the afternoon of Sunday, November 22, 2009 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at our funeral home. Our guest speakers will be Rev. Jon Barker and Rev. Herman Emmert. This uplifting program will include inspirational music and hope filled messages. The afternoon includes a candlelight Memorial Service with refreshments. Keep the candle in remembrance of your loved one. We believe that our services continue beyond the time of the funeral and we encourage all of you to join us for an inspirational afternoon. RSVP would be appreciated.

Please call

521-7800

Sean M. Gillen, CFSP Managing Partner

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Arrests/citations

Incidents

Wellspring Drive, Nov. 3. George Seibel, 44, 737 Fleming Road, telecommunications harassment at 737 Fleming Road, Nov. 2. Gary Porter, 53, 6812 Betts Ave., drug paraphernalia at Betts and Cordova avenues, Nov. 2.

Delhi Flower & Garden Centers Christmas Open House Delhi Flower & Garden Center is ready for the Holidays! With over 15 beautifully decorated theme trees, artiﬁcial trees from 2ft to 16ft, fresh and artiﬁcial wreaths and garlands, lights, and gifts galore. Delhi is your one stop Christmas shop. No time to decorate your home for the holidays? Come talk with one of Delhi's interior designers and let us do all or some of the work for you.

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Thursday November 12th. Join us from 7pm-9pm for Christmas Cheer with free refreshments and the best selection of Holiday decor.

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Hilltop Press

Community

November 11, 2009

Texas Guitar Women playing McAuley Five women – the Texas Guitar Women – will entertain at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at McAuley High School. The concert, featuring Cindy Cashdollar, Sue Foley, Carolyn Wonderland, Sarah Brown and Lisa Pankratz, is part of the a series presented by the Greater Cincinnati Performing Arts Society. Austin-based Dobro and steel guitarist Cashdollar’s career has taken some surprising twists and turns that have led her to work with many of the leading artists in contemporary music. Her ability to complement a song or step out with a tasteful, imaginative, and exciting solo has made her one of the most in-demand musicians on the American roots music scene. Foley is considered to be one of the finest blues/roots artists working today. At 16, she embarked on her professional career as a bandleader, lead guitar

player and vocalist. For the past 20 years she has made her mark as a notable Canadian songwriter, producer and prolific recording artist. In 2000, her home country honored her with her first Juno Award. Living in Austin renewed Wonderland’s focus on her multiple talents, underlining vocals with fine guitar work, trumpet, and piano, as well as the ability to whistle on key. A series of discs began with Alcohol & Salvation in 2003. Her music played in television series such as “Time of Your Life” and “Homicide.” Brown is a widely recognized and award winning bassist in the international blues and roots music scene living in Austin. Starting her career in the 1970s, it only took three gigs for her to realize that playing bass was what she was meant to do. She was voted best bass player in the Austin Music Polls four years running as

The Texas Guitar Women – Cindy Cashdollar, Sue Foley, Carolyn Wonderland, Sarah Brown, Lisa Pankratz – will perform Nov. 21 at McAuley High School.

Society’s mission It is the mission of the Greater Cincinnati Performing Arts Society to act as a catalyst to bring high quality entertainment to the Greater Cincinnati area and to support values based education. Inspiration: Over the last five years, St. Catharine of Siena school has dropped from an enrollment of over 400 students

to 230 today. Much of this has had to do with the issues within the city of Cincinnati leading to a mass exodus to the suburbs. In addition, family demographics have changed significantly. Currently, 65 percent of the families attending St. Catharine have only one child and competition among schools has increased. St. Catharine is not

alone. Of the 18 elementary schools in the St. Lawrence Deanery, 11 have 300 students or less. The idea is to create an additional revenue stream using a series of concerts with the proceeds going to St. Catharine and other area parochial schools.

well as winning another AMP award for a 45 rpm release. She is the recipient of five Music City Texas awards, was nominated for

two W.C. Handy awards, received a NAIRD Indie Award, and was featured in Bass Player magazine. Pankratz has become the

drummer of choice for acts who wanted their country to shuffle with soul and their rock to have some swing in the beat. She has

Source: www.gcparts.org

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performed on Austin City Limits, the Conan O’Brien show, the Grand Ole Opry, Carnegie Hall and many pubs, clubs and honky tonks across the USA and Europe. The Texas Guitar Women have toured primarily in Texas and Louisiana with limited engagements due to the girls’ busy schedules. Information and tickets for the show are available on the Greater Cincinnati Performing Arts Society Web site at www.gcparts.org or you can call 513-484-0157.

Local adult community chorus singers have new accompanist Circle Singers, a local adult community chorus, has a new accompanist. After auditioning several pianists, the mixed voice chorus, formerly GE Chorus, invited Hye Jung Shin to join

them. The pianist earned both her degrees, bachelor of music in piano performance and master of music in collaborative performance, from the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.

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A music lover all her life, especially of classical and gospel music, Hye Jung Shin studied piano from age 7 in her native Inchon, Korea. Through the years she also became proficient in play-

ing violin, organ, fiddle, recorder and flute. Studious by nature, she is proficient in four languages. A full scholarship to Cincinnati’s Conservatory of Music brought Shin to the United States.

Circle Singers invites area music lovers to join their chorus. No auditions are required. For information call 513-541-1614, 513-7552741 or visit the chorus Web site at www.cinci-circlesingers.org.

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