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Moments in Montgomery

Montgomery now has a community blogger. Visit Cincinnati.com/ Montgomery to read “Moments in Montgomery,” a blog authored by Montgomery resident Jamie Green. While there, take a look at the “Blogging in Montgomery” blog, authored by Norheast Suburban Life staffers. You can also find a link to start your own community blog.

Kings Island bound

Readers who won tickets to Kings Island as part of our Readers Choice survey are: • Michael Brunner of Cincinnati • Tara Reese of Hamersville • Darla Hartmann of Cleves • Mark Class of Alexandria, Ky. Watch the newspaper for more Readers Choice announcements in coming weeks.

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Sycamore Senior Center hosted its monthly veterans luncheon for veterans and widows of veterans and their guests. SEE LIFE, B1

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$13.5M later, time to cut ribbon

The schedule of activities for the rededication ceremonies for Blue Ash’s recreation center, Saturday, July 25: 10 a.m.-11 a.m. – Ribbon cutting & reception 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Fitness fair 11 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open climb at the climbing wall Noon-3 p.m. – Family fun zone (inflatables) Noon-5 p.m. – Pool games

Noon-2 p.m. – American Red Cross information 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m – Keith Swinney Band concert (Café area) 3:30 p.m-5 p.m. – Magician Tom Bemmes 6 p.m.-9 p.m. – Dinner & entertainment (Robin Lacey & DeZydeco) According to city officials, the approximate $13.5 million renovation and expansion includes:

The new front of the Blue Ash Recreation Center faces Cooper Road. • a new gymnasium; • a greatly expanded twostory fitness center, including a 1⁄10 mile indoor running track; • a new family café area;

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Art show to feature new original Charley Harper paintings By Caitlin Varley cvarley@communitypress.com

Although artist Charley Harper died two years ago, fans will have the chance to see 50 unseen original Harper paintings. Charley’s son, Brett Harper of Finneytown, said the paintings were found by Ford Motor Co. Harper had been commissioned to paint them for the Ford Times magazine. “We all believed that they were gone forever,” Harper said. The paintings will be show through Aug. 8 at Fabulous Frames and Art in Montgomery. Ken Carl, owner of Fabulous Frames and Art, said they are ecstatic about hosting the show. “It’s quite an honor, really, to be displaying these for the first time,” Carl said. Fabulous Frames and Art is the largest Charley Harper dealer in the world. Carl said it took 35 years to get to that point. Carl said the new originals are similar to Harper’s other work, but it is a larger breadth that goes beyond wildlife. “Once you appreciate Charley’s understanding of nature, then they all become so interesting,” Carl said. Carl said the pieces are kind of

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Fabulous Frames and Art will show the works of the late artist Charley Harper, here at his Finneytown home in 2006. an anomaly because most people do not know much about them or why they were created. Some of them were made into prints after they appeared in the magazine, while others have only been seen in the magazine decades ago. Harper said the corporate historian e-mailed him because they wanted to divest their art collection. The company wanted to retain a small, core collection, but they wanted to offer the bulk of it to the artists’ families or their estates. “I thought that was very gra-

cious of Ford,” Harper said. Harper went to Dearborn, Mich., a few weeks later to see the original paintings. “I just looked at them when I walked in the door and a lot of emotions went through me,” Harper said. Harper said it was like seeing part of his father at a young age again. “He was so vibrant and energetic and just teeming with ideas,” Harper said. There were between 108 and 120 paintings, Harper said. Some were close ups of Ford hardware and the company did not want them to be taken. Harper sorted through the paintings and ended up with 50 that he wanted to buy. He said they were a range of themes, including fish, birds, travel and a mix of other subjects. Harper said finding originals for the vintage Ford Times prints was one of the most exciting things. That includes the fish, bird and travel pieces. Harper said the originals also include about 25 collages that are really special. “(My father) and I had both thought they were gone forever,” Harper said. Harper said he wants to keep

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The 50 Charley Harper originals include fish, birds, travel, terrestrial animals and scenic attractions.

some of the paintings for major exhibitions. Harper said the paintings at the show will be priced at east and west coast prices, which is what he thinks they should cost. He doesn’t expect any of the paintings to be priced under $20,000. “If they sell, they sell,” Harper said. “If they don’t, it’s been a very good reason for Ken to bring people in.” Carl said he hopes they will sell some, but he knows not all will sell. Harper said the show will travel if the paintings do not sell. He picked Fabulous Frames and Art for the first stop because they have been a loyal, long-standing dealer. Harper added that it made sense to start in Cincinnati because that’s where his dad’s career was. “(He) had a love affair with Cincinnati, which I think has been reciprocated,” Harper said.

Feds to pay for Reed Hartman upgrade By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

Blue Ash City Council voted July 9 to hire a Sharonville company to resurface part of Reed Hartman Highway. The city will use some $840,000 in federal stimulus funds to pay the John R. Jurgensen to do the work, which is between Glendale-Milford and Cooper roads on Reed Hartman. Jurgensen is to complete the proj-

ect by the end of October. In other action July 9, city council agreed to buy self-contained breathing apparatus units for the fire department from the Vogelpohl Fire Equipment of Erlanger, Ky., for a maximum of $173,334. Council also voted to pay contractors associated with the renovated and expanded Blue Ash Recreation Center on Cooper Road the following sums for various changes made to initial con-

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Thief runs off with two-carat diamond By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communtypress.com

A thief made off with a diamond over two carats at the Roger’s Jewelers in Kenwood Towne Center July 12. According to a press release from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department, the assistant manager of the store and another employee was showing the diamond to the suspect when he grabbed it from the jeweler’s tweezers. It has not been determined if the suspect entered a white Hummer after he escaped through entrance one. “(Investigators) are still trying to locate video of value,” said Hamilton County Sheriff’s Director of Community and Media Relations Steve Barnett. “It was a snatch and run.”

“(Investigators) are still trying to locate video of value.”

Steve Barnett Hamilton County Sheriff’s Director of Community and Media Relations.

State champions

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Sycamore Township Board of Trustees presented Moeller High School’s baseball team at the July 2 regular meeting. with a resolution recognizing them for the school’s Division I state championship.

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A thief made off with a loose diamond in excess of two carats July 12 from the Rogers Jewelers in Kenwood Towne Center. Police are looking into the possibility that a white Hummer was used in connection with the robbery. The suspect is described as a male black, 22-30 years old, 6 foot to 6 foot 2 inches tall and 160-180 pounds. At the time of the offense he was wearing a blue plaid shirt, a blue polo hat, and blue shoes. No one was injured and the incident remains under investigation by the Hamil-

ton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Section. Anyone with information regarding the theft is asked to call the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office at 825-1500 or Crime Stoppers at 352-3040 or text Crime Stoppers at 3523050.

Brinkman is your state senate choice – sort of We’re not sure if this is good news for former State Rep. Tom Brinkman. Voters on an online poll at Cincinnati.com/Blueash and Cincinnati.com/Montgomery preferred Brinkman over former State Rep. Michelle Schneider and current State Rep. Shannon Jones as the replacement for the late State Sen. Bob Schuler. Brinkman, however, place second in the voting

to “Someone else.” The final results: Whom would you like to see appointed to replace the late Bob Schuler as 7th District state senator? Someone else 61.54% Tom Brinkman 38.46% Shannon Jones 0% Michelle Schneider 0%

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Blue Ash launches ‘open city hall’ online discussion forum for citizens In continuing efforts to enhance citizen engagement, the city of Blue Ash has launched a new online forum to allow input on current issues in the community. Citizens can participate in “Open City Hall,” an online discussion forum designed to gather citizen input on important community issues. “Civic involvement isn’t accomplished through any one program or initiative,” Blue Ash Mayor Robert J. Buckman Jr. said. “Though council members and the city administration have always been very accessible, we are excited about

this additional ‘tool’ in the civic process which we hope will be utilized by even more community members,” Buckman said. The forum is directly accessible from the BlueAsh.com Home Page, and is hosted and monitored by Peak Democracy, a nonpartisan company whose mission is to broaden civic engagement and build public trust in government. At least once a month, Blue Ash will post a question or a topic, inviting comments from the public about that issue. All comments will be reviewed by the City, in addition to other channels

of citizen input, with responses to be considered in its decision-making process. “We have been looking at various methods to increase overall citizen participation,” stated City Manager David Waltz. “Open City Hall offers a unique opportunity for residents who choose to participate in their city government to do so at their convenience directly from their home.” Questions regarding the open city hall forum should be directed to public information officer Sue Bennett at 745-8510 or via E-mail to sbennett @blueash.com.

BRIEFLY Montgomery street program begins

The city of Montgomery has launched its annual street resurfacing program, which will cover 3.5 miles of roads and is set for completion by Sept. 18. Streets included in this year’s

program include Monte Drive, Bobwhite Court, Bordeaux Court, Wimbledon Court, Cooperwood Lane, Coopermeadow Lane, Toddtee Lane, Convo Court, Thistlewood Court, Indianwoods Drive, Turtlecreek Lane, Merrick Lane, Brandywine Lane, Ivygate Lane, Kenilworth

Lane, Lanyard Drive, a complete resurfacing of the Hopewell Cemetery and the safety center parking lot on Montgomery Road. Work on the safety center parking lot will not begin until after Labor Day, when the municipal pool will be closed for the season.

Bike safety classes

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Officers with the Montgomery Police Department’s Bicycle Patrol Unit are offering free bike safety classes to any group or individual within the city. Class instruction includes proper fitting of helmets, sizing of bicycles and “rules of the road.” The police department will also register any resident’s bicycle free of charge. In the event a registered bicycle is lost or stolen, Montgomery police will have the serial number on file. For more information, contact the police department at 985-1600.

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Camp helps children with transplants live full lives By Kellie Geist kgeist@communitypress.com

Tom Starr, one of the longest living transplant recipients, is working to encourage kids whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received transplants to live life to the fullest. Starr, who has received two transplants in the last 20 years, founded Miracles for Life in 2001 and recently moved the business from Blue Ash to Milford. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We loved Blue Ash, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really been embraced by all of Clermont County ... Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just easier to interact out

here,â&#x20AC;? Starr said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found everyone extremely friendly, very giving and anxious to help us.â&#x20AC;? Miracles for Life is an organization devoted to raising awareness about being a blood, tissue and organ donor and sending children whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received transplants to summer camp. Miracles for Life also gives out college scholarships. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The first mission was donor awareness ... We want people to know it should be an obvious thing,

itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the gift of life. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like I say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need it, donate it,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? Starr said. This is the first year the organization has sponsored a summer camp, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a goal Starr has wanted since the beginning. The three-day camp, which will be free for campers, will take place Friday, Sept. 11, through Sunday, Sept. 13, at Camp Joy Outdoor Educational Center in Clarksville, Ohio. The fee is $25 for registration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to inspire kids to be as great as they can be by doing all the outdoor activities that Camp Joy has to offer. I want to urge them to see that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a second chance and they need to grab all the life they possibly can,â&#x20AC;? Starr said.

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Tom Starrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Miracles for Life Youth Camp for Organ and Tissue Transplants at Camp Joy Outdoor Educational Center in Clarksville is seeking campers and volunteers. Call Starr at 248-4665, email tstarr@miraclesforlife.org, visit www.miraclesforlife.org. The camp will be cappedoff with a parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day camp following a motorcycle ride to Camp Joy. The ride will start at 10 a.m. at the Quaker Steak and Lube in Milford and leave for the camp around noon. Cost is $10 for a driver and $5 for a rider. The proceeds to go toward paying for the camp. Parents who visit the

camp Sunday will join in activities with other parents for support and networking. Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother, Larry Starr, has always been one of Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest supporters. When Starr had his first transplant in 1988, Larry was the head athletic trainer for the Cincinnati Reds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s traumatic for the family to have a family member who needs a transplant ... it has made such an impact,â&#x20AC;? Larry said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tom has really become a big hero for me because heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always found the energy to get his message out and find ways to educate people on the importance of being a donor.â&#x20AC;? Before he founded Miracles for Life, Starr created Donor Net, a Internet based

system to store donor information so blood, tissue and organs can be transferred more quickly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want the possibility of people creating miracles and saving live not to happen because of miscommunication,â&#x20AC;? Larry said. While Starr has most of the funds and sponsors for the camp, he needs campers and volunteers. Because of privacy laws, Starr canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find out which children have had transplants and who might like to come to camp. Anyone interested in the camp should call Starr at 248-4665, e-mail him at tstarr@miraclesforlife.org or visit www.miraclesforlife. org for more information.

Public meeting for traffic calming on Hosbrook By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

Sycamore Township is closer to calming traffic on Hosbrook Road. The traffic calming study composed of residents, township officials and representatives from the city of Madeira is near completion on the study and the township will hold a public meeting in the next few months before decisions are made on which steps to take on Hosbrook. During the hearing, town-

ship officials and representatives from Brandstetter Carroll Inc., the engineering company Molloy involved with the traffic calming study, will give residents more detail on the construction of sidewalks and other options, including gateways and landscape islands at intersections along the road. Sycamore Township

Administrator Rob Molloy said that the gateways could include a left turn lane at Euclid Avenue. Ben Brandstetter from the traffic calming study committee said that the island gives the illusion of a restriction along the road which would slow traffic at the intersections. Molloy said the public meeting is being held to keep the residents involved. He also said the Board of Trustees may not take the entire study as a whole.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;They could take a combination of any of (the traffic calming study proposal).â&#x20AC;?

Rob Molloy Sycamore Township administrator

â&#x20AC;&#x153;They could take a combination of any of it,â&#x20AC;?Molloy said. Molloy said a date for the public meeting has not been chosen, but it could be as early as August.

Princeton adding new cameras to school buses By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com

When Princeton students board buses to return to school in August, the district will be keeping a closer eye on its passengers. The Board of Education authorized the district to buy and install cameras on 85 of its 87 buses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a matter of urgent

safety,â&#x20AC;? said Carolyn Thornton, the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transportation supervisor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need them as quickly as possible prior to the beginning of school,â&#x20AC;? she said. Princeton will buy the cameras for $142,375 from Gate Keeper System. Thornton said the decision was made due to the resolution of the picture and

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principals and teachers throughout the district. Doug Reeves, president of the Leadership and Learning Center program, will lead a group that â&#x20AC;&#x153;gives leaders and teachers the tools to be successful,â&#x20AC;? Pack said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;First, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take a third party audit to analyze what we think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing well,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make sure weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re targeting the right places. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll provide leadership support for principals using a national research base,â&#x20AC;? he said. One area that will be addressed is the English Language Learners. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will enhance the skills of the leaders and teachers, so they have the tools to get better at their craft,â&#x20AC;? Pack said. The in-house program will include 36 visits throughout the school year.

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The tax budget in Symmes Township remains steady for the upcoming year, according to township fiscal officer John Borchers. He said that it has stayed balanced and the township is continuing to provide the same level of service despite a rough economy. Borchers said that the township budgets conservatively, projecting more expenses and less revenues than what the actual numbers have shown in past years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel an obligation to spend,â&#x20AC;? Borchers said. Borchers said the township justifies each expenditure and does not spend all of the revenue just because it is available. The one thing that could

change for 2010 is park revenue. Borchers said that the level of service to maintain the Borchers parks in the township will be dependent on the passing of the 1-mill, three-year replacement levy on the ballot in November. The current 1.2-mill levy expires at the end of the year. Borchers said that even in tough times and when the revenue is down, the township finance committee is always looking for ways to increase revenue for the township. The initial draft of the 2010 will be sent to the county auditor. A final draft for 2010 will be required for submission in late February to early March of next year.

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By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

Three graduates from two local high schools are among 2,000 students nationwide to win National Merit Scholarships from colleges and universities. The awards range between $500 to $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institutions financing the scholarships. Earlier this year, another group of college-sponsored scholarship winners was announced, as were winners of corporate-sponsored scholarships and $2,500 National Merit Scholarships.

The most recent college and university scholarship winners are: • Sycamore High School graduate Meredith Murphy of Montgomery. Murphy plans to study computer science at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, Cal. She is the daughter of Steve and Ellen Murphy. • Sycamore High School graduate Jeremy Spiegel of Blue Ash. Spiegel plans to study journalism at the University of Maryland. He is the son of Walter and Sharon Spiegel. • Ursuline Academy graduate Rachel Merchak of Loveland. Merchak plans to study

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law at Emory College of Arts and Sciences in Atlanta, Ga. She is the Merchak daughter of Paul and Laura Merchak. All the scholarship winners were finalists in the National Merit Scholarship program. Just 15,000 high school seniors out of some $15 million entrants - or 1 percent qualify each year as finalists. In total, some 8,300 U.S. students from the Class of 2009 won about $36 million-worth of scholarships in this year’s competition.

Singing across Europe

The Sycamore Community Singers perform in Barcelona’s Iglesia del Pi Cathedral June 11. The Cathedral is undergoing construction. Original construction began in 296 AD and it was first finished in 1467. The singers are made up of high school students from Sycamore, Ursuline, St. Ursula Villa, Kings and Moeller, plus a few adults. The group performed numerous times under the direction of Linda Gartner, choir teacher at Sycamore Junior High. The accompanist was Alex Thio. Gartner organizes the trip every other year for high school singers to perform in venues throughout Europe. On this trip, the group traveled through Spain, visiting Barcelona, Montserrat, Valencia, Toledo and Madrid.

By day, Mamie Johnson is a property manager for the NAI Bergman Group. She says she likes her job, which keeps her busy, making sure things are working on her properties and keeping direct contact with the tenants. The Symmes Township resident’s real passion lies in her ministry. Johnson is an assistant pastor at Jubilee Community Church in Springboro and is a community spiritual director for Dayton Emmaus, a spiritual renewal program that promotes church leadership. “I know I am following my purpose,” Johnson said. She said she has felt called to the ministry since a young age and is now finally getting her own, Mamie Johnson Ministries, off the ground. She wants to be able to help people nurture their whole selves, mind, body and spirit, through listening to others and being there to comfort and to understand and provide help when they need counseling “You have to care about people,” Johnson said. “My goal is get people to peace.” Johnson is going online with her ministry starting with her own blog on Cincinnati.com. She said her blog, called Mamie Johnson Ministries, will be filled with her daily life musings that include real issues that people are facing, such as the recession or loss of a loved one and how to see God in each situation. “It’s a blog of encouragement and empowerment,” Johnson said. She said she hopes that her blog can create a “community of contacts” that will begin asking more questions about God’s presence and to become a blog of healing and hope.

Twp. to replace squad car after accident ahopkins@communitypress.com

As a Symmes Township police cruiser was on the scene of an accident investigation on Interstate 275 at the end of last month, it was involved in an accident of its own when it was struck by another vehicle. The cruiser, a 2005 Ford Explorer, was declared totaled and Hamilton Coun-

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ty Sheriff’s Lt. Tom Butler told the S y m m e s To w n s h i p Board of Trustees that a replacement vehicle

was needed. The trustees approved $29,000 to be appropriated from the general fund to

buy a 2008 Ford Expedition. Butler said a sport utility vehicle was needed because it helps when responding to calls during inclement weather. Symmes Township Administrator Gerald Beckman said that the insurance from car that struck the cruiser would cover $15,821.

Indian Hill students shine Indian Hill High School has chosen the following students as its valedictorian and salutatorian for the 2008-2009 school year. The students shared their goals and accomplishments.

Asif Rahman Valedictorian

After graduation plans: Yale University majoring in history and economics. Activities while in high school: Rahman Varsity track and cross country; Chieftain school newspaper; Junior States-

men of America; Academic Team; Mock Trial. Plans for the future: “Tentatively business/ finance, but really up in the air.” H o n o r s / Aw a r d s : National Merit Finalist; AP National Scholar. Biggest influence: “My parents.” Proudest achievement: “Breaking the high school 4x800 meter relay record in track this year.”

Ethan Chung Salutatorian

After graduation plans: Attending University of Pennsylvania. Activities while in high school: Academic Team; research on

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prostate cancer at the University of Cincinnati. Plans for the future: “College, Chung that's it for now.” Honors/ Awards: Rensellaer Medal; National Society of Colonial Dames Political Essay Contest Winner. Biggest influence: “Brother and parents. Jackie Chan.” Proudest Achievement: “Building an arcade machine for senior project, and co-authoring two published papers as part of my research.”

The Board of Trustees and fiscal officer John Borchers also urged Beckman to check the township’s insurance policy and talk with the other insurance company about covering the entire cost of the replacement vehicle.

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Symmes Township resident Mamie Johnson is starting a blog for the Cincinnati.com Web site based on her ministry that she hopes will provoke people to ask questions about God and become a blog of healing and hope.

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Sycamore High grads rake in honors Community Press Staff Report

Members of the Sycamore High School Class of 2009 distinguished themselves by earning a large number of widely varying awards before graduating last spring. “We are proud of our students and congratulate all of them on their achievements,” said Adrienne James, superintendent of the Sycamore Community Schools. “Members of the Sycamore High School Class of 2009 have shown dedication to academics, pride in their community and a commitment to goodwill toward others. “Our diverse students have diverse plans for their lives after graduation, but I know each have the ability to achieve their dreams, and we look forward to hearing about their accomplishments in the future,” James said.

Following are the award winners: • Jennifer Andrews – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Elizabeth Avery – Scholastic Awards-Silver Key Painting, Scholastic Art Awards-Photography Portfolio. • Christine Bacha – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Rachel Barr – Journalism Medallion – Yearbook. • Christina Bell – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Shelby Bittinger – Scholastic Art AwardsPortfolio finalist. • Hailey Buffington – Scholastic Art Awards

Gold-Photography, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention – Photography. • Caitlin Camfield – Montgomery Woman’s Club Golden Achievement Award. • Katherine Cornelius – Scholastic Art Awards-Photography, Silver Award. • Andrew Crusham – Scholastic Art AwardsHonorable Mention, Painting. • Kevin Davies – Choral Medallion. • Edward DeLara – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • John Wesley Denny – U.S. Air Force Academy appointment. • Gabriel DeVela – Counselors’ Medallion. • Blake Dewey – JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition. • Joseph Duran – John Phillip Sousa Award. • Danielle Ebstein – JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition, Blue Ash Civic League Award, Rose-Hulman Mathematics Contest- First Place, Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key-Mixed Media. • Nathaniel Eckman – Science Olympiad Regional First Place-State Qualifier, 20082009 National Merit Finalist. • Hillary Egan – 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Anastasia Elwing – Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Benjamin Estes – 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Abigail Evans – 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Negin Fallahi – Rose-Hulman Mathematics Contest- First Place, JETS/TEAM Third Place State- Varsity Competition. • Lindsay Fischer – JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition. • Michael Fisher – Photography Medallion Scholastic Art Awards Gold-Photography, Scholastic Art Awards-American Visions National Award. • Christopher Fitch – U.S. Navy enlistment. • Sarah Furtwengler – Ohio Art Education Association-STRS Exhibition. • Paolo Gabriel – Japanese Language Speech Contest-First Place, High School Science Olympiad Regional First Place-

State Qualifier, Science Olympiad State Sixth Place-Physics Lab. • Brent Gargano – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Mitchell Garner – Orchestra Medallion. • Kyle Goldhoff – Journalism Medallion-Yearbook. • John Goodwin – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Gina Gordon – Journalism Medallion-Yearbook. • Lydia Griffith – Theatre Medallion. • Chellsie Haas – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Alexander Hayden – Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Mixed Media Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Eric Hodgdon – Scholastic Art Awards-Photography Portfolio. • Alexandra Huller – Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key-Drawing, Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Drawing, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Drawing, Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Carolyn Ibbotson – Social Studies Medallion Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key-Mixed Media. • Arielle Ingber – Journalism Medallion-Yearbook. • Kit James – French Medallion, Latin Medallion, National French Contest-Ranked Ninth Place Nationally. • Mary Ann Jiang – Journalism MedallionNewspaper. • Jaimee Johnson – Drexel University Juried Exhibition. • Emily Johnstal – American Sign Language Medallion Scholastic Art Awards SilverPhotography. • Kameron Keeling – Scholastic Art Awards Gold-Photography. • Elizabeth King – Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Ceramics Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Lauren Kley – Math Medallion 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist, American Scholastic Mathematics Association Contest SeriesSchool Winner, Rose-Hulman Mathematics

Contest-First Place, JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition. • Corbin Lay – Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Mixed Media. • Daniel Garret Listo – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Christopher Lo – Drafting II Medallion. • Stephen Lo – National School Orchestra Award. • Tara Lucian – Spanish Medallion 20082009 National Merit Finalist. • Charlie Manion – Overture Awards Semifinalist-Fine Arts, Scholastic Awards-Portfolio Finalist, Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Drawing, Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Painting. • Ana Maria Martinez – Montgomery Kiwanis Art Show-Best of Show. • Jennifer Miller – Art Medallion, Montgomery Kiwanis Art Show-Third Place, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Drawing. • Kayla Murray – Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Gautam Nagendra – JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition. • Vladlen Podolsky – JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition. • Stephen Raithel – English Medallion. • Dana Reinhart – English Medallion, 20082009 National Merit Finalist. • Claire Rickards – Montgomery Kiwanis Art Show-First Place, Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key-Painting, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Painting, Scholastic Art Awards Silver-Photography. • Jacelyn Rubinstein – Scholastic Art Awards Gold-Photography. • Nicholas Schlie – Western Golf Association Evans Scholar, Northeast Community Challenge Youth Recognition. • Eric Schwartz – Science Olympiad Regional First Place-state qualifier, Science Olympiad State Sixth Place-Egg-O-Naut, Dennis Klasmeier Award, Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology, Austin Wright Leadership Award, PBS Wired Science Award. • Lauren Simon – Scholastic Art Awards Sil-

ver Key-Painting, 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Amy Smith – Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Graphic Design. • Terence Southard – 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Andrew Reid Spellman – U.S. Air Force Academy appointment. • John Stucker – Montgomery Woman’s Club Golden Achievement Award. • Melanie Swartz – Architectural Drawing Medallion, Montgomery Kiwanis Art ShowFirst Place. • Daniel Tang – Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Drawing Xavier University Juried Exhibition, JETS/TEAM Third Place State-Varsity Competition Science Olympiad Regional First Place-State Qualifier, 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Bradley Tenenholtz – Band Medallion. • Rijutha Vaidyalingham – Club Z Annual Achievement Award. • Melissa Wang – Science Olympiad Regional First Place-state qualifier, Science Olympiad Third Place State-Picture This. • Emily Wilson – Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Drawing Xavier University Juried Exhibition. • Erica Wittkugel – Don Quijote Award, 20082009 National Merit Finalist, Xavier University Juried Exhibition Scholastic Art Awards Gold Key-Painting, Scholastic Art Awards 3 Silver Keys-Painting, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Drawing. • Scott Wright – Outstanding Achievement in Biotechnology. • Esther Wu – SHS Scholarship In Memory Of Robb San Marco, Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Drawing, 2008-2009 National Merit Finalist. • Brian Wulker – SHS Scholarship In Memory Of Kyle Jones. • Weian x – Japanese Medallion. • Casey York – Scholastic Art Awards GoldPhotography, Scholastic Art Awards Honorable Mention-Photography. • Elizabeth Young – Scholastic Art Awards Silver Key-Mixed Media.

SCHOOL NOTES Foundation honored

The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati has been honored with the “2009 Non-Educator Friend of Foreign Languages Award” for its collaborative project with Raymond Walters College and Sycamore High School. The award was bestowed by the OFLA Ohio Foreign Language Association at the organization’s annual conference. According to the OFLA, the award program “recognizes those community leaders, educators and programs whose dedication and activities promote the teaching and study of foreign languages in a variety of ways.” This partnership centers on a grant by the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati that allows area high school students tuition-free access to college level Hebrew. The two-year pilot project was completed in June, with the program continuing through the 2009-2010 school year under the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program guidelines. Two courses are offered through the collaboration – beginning

Hebrew classes and intermediate Hebrew. Both class levels are open to all Greater Cincinnati high school students. For more information, students are encouraged to talk with their high school guidance counselors or principals or to e-mail Debbie Page, chair of RWC’s Foreign Language department, at deborah.page@uc.edu.

Scholarships

Meredith A. Murphy, Sondra L. Polonsky and Jeremy R. Spiegel, all of Blue Ash, and Peter A. Beaucage of Montgomery have each received a National Merit Scholarship to attend college. Murphy, a recent graduate of Sycamore High School, plans to study computer science at Harvey Mudd College. Also a recent graduate of Sycamore High School, Spiegel plans to major in journalism at The University of Maryland. Polonsky, a recent graduate of The Seven Hills School, plans to major in engineering at Washington University. A recent graduate of St. Xavier, Beaucage plans to major in chemical engineering at the University of Cincinnati.

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Creative writing award

Sycamore Junior High School student Alexis Wilsey, right, won the Mikke Drerup Creative Writing Award for her poem “Memory on Paper,” which was a tribute to her family and friends. Wilsey is with language arts teacher Deborah Fisher.

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National Honor Society inductees

Several Mount Notre Dame students were recently inducted into the school’s National Honor Society. They are, from left: Seated, Julia Hider of Madeira, Elizabeth Fogarty of Blue Ash, Madeline Duckworth of Deerfield Township, Beth Warning of Sycamore Township, Jen Vonderbrink of Indian Hill; standing, Anna Hider of Madeira, Akshita Sharma of Kenwood, Holly Laub of Montgomery, Lisa Renner of Blue Ash, Kathryn Reynolds of Symmes Township, Lauren DiNardo of Sycamore Township and Becky Bradley of Loveland.

Scholarship winners

Sycamore High School students Meena Thatikunta, center, and Daphne Hsu, right, were two of seven local high schoolers awarded scholarships from teen resale store Plato’s Closet. The store’s general manager, Kate Finger, presents the students with their scholarships, worth $250 each.

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Returning military personnel, dependents eligible for scholarship Community Press Staff Report Raymond Walters College in Blue Ash is offering scholarships for three free credit hours to returning military personnel and their dependents. Recipients must be members of the Ohio National Guard’s 123rd Air Control Squadron and have been deployed to Iraq from December of 2008 to May 2009 – or be a dependent family member of those eligible. The scholarships will be offered

this summer and next summer for any open enrollment class. “On behalf of the faculty, staff and students at RWC, I’m pleased to extend this wonderful offer,” interim Dean Don O’Meara said. “It is our way of thanking these fine men and women for their service and to let them know we are proud of their work and their dedication to our country.” To apply for the scholarships, contact Tom Minter in the college’s Intake Services at 745-5783 or e-mail thomas.minter@uc.edu.

COLLEGE CORNER Scholarships

Charles Kazior, son of Dr. Richard and Kathleen Kazior of Blue Ash, has accepted a Transfer Scholarship from Xavier University. A 2008 graduate of Summit Country Day School where he was active in athletics, Kazior plans to major in accounting. The Transfer Scholarship is awarded to students based on their previous college and high school records.

Graduates

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graduated from Denison University May 17 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. A communication major and English minor, Madden was a dean’s list student and received the Alumni Endowed Scholarship while at Denison.

Dean’s list

Several Sycamore Township students have been named to the 2009 spring semester dean’s list at Ohio University. They are: John Frederick, Michelle Khoury, Brett Bowers, Matthew Davenport, Nicholas Philpott, Molly Leemhuis, Nicole Wissing.

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Rugby growing in the Tristate

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Moeller High School started a rugby team in the spring of 2009 and the Crusaders couldn’t have asked for a more successful inaugural season. Moeller went 9-2 and finished fifth in the state. Their only two losses came to the top two teams in the state. “I had no idea we would have the success we had,” head coach Doug Rosfeld said. “I wanted to do it because so many kids were excited about it, and I was prepared to get absolutely clobbered. We came out of the gate at 7-0 and we’re so excited about the future of Moeller rugby.” While the program may only have one season under its belt, it looks like rugby could have a solid future at Moeller. Rosfeld said the program has strong support from the athletic department, which is evident in Moeller making rugby a varsity sport. Moeller is one of two varsity rugby programs in the state. “It quickly went from being a novelty club sideshow to being a full-fledged varsity sport,” Rosfeld said. “We had 15 kids on the team who had never earned a varsity letter before but we always have a spot for kids who are willing to work hard.” Rosfeld said the pride of representing their school is what set the Crusaders apart from other high school clubs in the city, which are often grouped by location and not school. Rosfeld said the team does not make cuts and that the majority of the kids involved had no prior experience in rugby. That includes the coach. “I was a fan of it but had very little knowledge of coaching the game,” said Rosfeld, the offensive line coach for Moeller’s football team. “A lot of the coaches in the community helped and I hired a coaching staff that really knows the game and I did a bunch of training seminars and clinics to get up to speed.” He said the team was still learning the game and that only seven or eight out of the 45 players on the team had rugby experience. The team is also senior-driven as the Crusaders had 37 seniors on their roster. “I went out and scouted some key people to play,” he said. “We went after good senior athletes that weren’t planning on playing any sports in college. We had a lot of soccer players, some football players and wrestlers and a few boxers.” Rosfeld said he expects the team will always be senior-driven and that the team’s size, speed and athletic ability helped cover up any inexperience in the sport. He said two of the big misconceptions people have about rugby is that it’s a brutal sport and that the rugby culture revolves around drinking. “The rules clearly regulate the type of tackling and we have far fewer serious injuries than other sports,” Rosfeld said. “College rugby has a reputation in this country but rugby is a gentleman’s sport and every match is followed by a social with both teams. It’s a great experience for kids to learn teamwork, fellowship and camaraderie.” Rosfeld said the team learned rugby is more of a thinking man’s game, like chess, and that you don’t have to be a born and raised rugby player to succeed at Moeller. “The team this year accomplished great feats on the field by working hard off of it and by being willing to work as a team,” Rosfeld said. “That’s what I’m most proud of.”

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The thing that separates rugby from other sports is the camaraderie the sport fosters. A rugby player in a new city isn’t alone for very long. “I’ve lived in several different places and when I get to a new city, one of the first things I do is look for a local rugby club because it’s an instant peer group,” said Charles Dainoff, vice president of the Ohio Rugby Union. “You immediately have a group of friends that can ease your transition into a new community. It’s a great sport and a great way to meet people.” Rugby is a sport that’s on the rise in the Tristate as new players are joining the existing clubs and starting their own. The Ohio Rugby Union is part of USA Rugby and oversees rugby in Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. There are 11 rugby clubs in Cincinnati and one in Northern Kentucky. That includes all age groups, from men’s clubs to collegiate teams at Xavier and Cincin-

The Ohio Rugby Union is part of USA Rugby and oversees rugby in Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. There are 11 rugby clubs in Cincinnati and one in Northern Kentucky. That includes all age groups, from men’s clubs to collegiate teams at Xavier and Cincinnati and several area high school clubs. nati and several area high school clubs. “Generally speaking, it’s all one big community,” Dainoff said. “We’re already starting to see kids transition from high school rugby to college rugby and it’s a sport you can play for 20 or 30 years if you’re committed to it.” Dainoff plays for the Cincinnati Wolfhounds, based in Fairfield, and occasionally plays for Wolfhounds 35 and older team,

the Greyhounds. Clubs in the city often have different divisions for players depending on experience level. “There’s plenty of room for people to compete at whatever level they are comfortable with,” Dainoff said. “It’s a lot easier to get involved than you think. All you have to do is find out where a team is practicing and show up and introduce yourself.” The list of rugby clubs is on the ohiorugbyunion.org Web site. While the sport may look confusing at first, Dainoff insisted it’s not as chaotic as it seems and compared it to soccer and football. “Two teams are trying to advance the ball from one side of the field to the other to score,” he said. And almost as important as how the game is played is the social aspect of rugby. It’s a long-standing tradition in rugby for the home team to throw a party for the visiting team to thank them for coming to play. “You leave the rivalry on the field and that’s part of building this network of friends,” Dainoff said. When he moved to San

Francisco, Dainoff was reunited with a former opposing player he’d been involved in a scuffle with while both played for different teams. “That was in the past and we were great teammates on this new team a few thousand miles across the country,” Dainoff said. “That’s sort of rugby in a nutshell.” The game is growing at the youth level too, according to the ORU’s youth director Chris Hopps. High school teams have been created at Moeller, Walnut Hills, Northbend (St. Xavier and Elder), and Indian Springs. Hopps said he hopes to have a parochial league in Cincinnati in the near future and that his goal is to spread rugby to anyone in high school or younger. The most prevalent way to generate interest, which can eventually build to the formation of teams, is through camps and clinics to teach the game to new players. “We make it so anyone can walk through it,” Hopps said. “They are learning rugby without knowing it.”

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The Indian Springs High School Rugby Club.

Indian Springs high school rugby finds success By Mark Chalifoux mchalifoux@communitypress.com

The Indian Springs High School Rugby Club has been in existence for six years and the Jets have been fairly successful during that time. The team has won one city championship and finished in second place twice. Coach Ben Terre Blanche, who played the game in high school in South Africa, said he thinks it’s the nature of the sport that has helped rugby’s recent growth in area high schools. “It’s more participative than football. Everyone on the team of 15 is eligible to catch the ball and everybody gets to run the ball, unlike in football,” he said. “It’s a very dynamic and thrilling game, almost like soccer and wrestling together.” The Jets practice at Landmark Christian Academy and draw players from a number of different schools, including Lakota, Mason, Cincinnati Christian, Princeton and Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.

“What’s difficult for us is recruiting,” Blanche said. “We don’t have the opportunity to share information with the high schools and we would like to have better access to the schools.” Blanche said the game is easy to teach and that when a new player gets caught with the ball he learns quickly. “It happens once and then after that he takes it seriously when you tell him what to do,” he said. One of the more important aspects of the sport of rugby is the camaraderie and Blanche said that’s fostered by the way the game is played. “The role of the coach is diminished because there are two 35-minute halves and no timeouts during the action,” he said. “They have to make decisions and they become reliant on each other. That causes an extremely tight spirit to develop.” Blanche said rugby isn’t characterized by a lot of drinking in other countries, even if that’s the culture that’s evolved a little more in the U.S.

“The team has cookouts and we’ve gone on road trips for games in Columbus and Cleveland and the guys have a lot of fun,” he said. “It was a fantastic experience for the boys. We shared one hotel with a Canadian team and it was like a big party. It was a social experience with chaperones and not associated with getting drunk.” Blance said the game is less dangerous than it appears and that one challenge the team faces is the lack of knowledge the spectators have about the sport. He also said that the majority of new players are learning the game from scratch and that it takes a higher fitness level than football. “It’s not a game where you have a lineman giving 110 percent for 10 seconds,” he said. “You have to maintain the physical nature of the game for 35 minutes a side with few breaks. “The game requires some athleticism because it goes very quickly,” Blanche said. “I think the reason it’s becoming popular is because of the enjoyment it brings.”

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Beacon Orthopaedics at Summit Woods is conducting high school physicials from 6-9 p.m., Wednesday, July 29. The physicals are for coaches, parents and athletes from grades seven to 12. Cost is $20 per physical; 50 percent is returned to school for sports medicine supplies. Complete, comprehensive physicals are required for pre-participation in sports before

practice begins for the upcoming 2009-2010 school year. Beacon Physicians and area specialists will examine: Height and weight, eyes, blood pressure screening, chest, lungs, abdomen, neck and back and upper and lower extremities. Ohio high school forms are requested with signed consent by parent or guardian: No exceptions. Forms may be obtained through school’s athletic department. Athletic shorts and shirts are required.

Fall baseball sign-ups

The Kings Sports Fall Ball League is currently seeking teams and players for the 2009 season. The season begins the weekend of Aug. 29 and will run six weeks, through Oct. 11. All games are played at the Blue Ash Sports Center. The league began in 2002 and grew to more than 50 teams in 2009. Each year the organization makes

improvements to the year and now offers individual registrations along with team sign ups. Players at all ages can sign up and be assigned to a team for the fall season. The league offers coach pitch through high school teams with registration fees at $65 to $85 per player. Teams play eight to 10 games through the fall, all on weekends. Visit www.kingsfallball.com, e-mail kingsbaseball@hotmail.com or call 252-8625.

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Sports & recreation

July 22, 2009

CHCA lands former pro, Olympian By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

Mike Sylvester had options. In the late 1960s, Sylvester, then a junior at Moeller High School, was drafted by the Chicago Cubs. But he never pursued his pro career – at least, not in baseball. A standout on the hardwood, Sylvester was named Player of the Year in Cincinnati during his senior year in 1970. He played college ball at the University of Dayton – where he was named an All-American – and in 1974, he was drafted again, this time by the Detroit Pistons. He took his act overseas and played for five different teams during a 17-year professional career in Italy. “It was a big adjustment living in a foreign country, but it was fun,” said Sylvester, who became fluent in Italian. “I wasn’t a great player; I was a good player. I was a big fish in a small pond. When you’re a pro athlete over there, you’re a household name.” Sylvester, who had dual citizenship in Italy and the United States, also helped the Italian team to a silver medal at the 1980 Olympics in Moscow, which was boycotted by several countries, including the United States.

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Intentions

Drake Browne of Loveland, a senior at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, signs his letter of intent to commit to playing for Furman University starting next year while Cincinnati Hills Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach Todd Montgomery, on left, and Varsity Head Coach Larry Redwine watch. Browne signed with the Division I school Thursday, April 16. Browne is currently a team captain and a threeyear varsity starter. Last year he was honored as Cincinnati Enquirer first-team, all-city and first-team all-Miami Valley Conference. This year he was also named a pre-season All-American by Baseball Factory/Under Armour. Browne will major in business administration or pre-law. After college he plans to pursue a professional baseball career or a career in sports management.

“Had the United States played that year, I don’t know if we would have won a medal,” Sylvester said. Still, Sylvester, 57, vividly recalls receiving his silver medal. “I never felt more Italian in my life,” he joked. It was a remarkable career for Sylvester, who was inducted into the Moeller Hall of Fame, the UD Hall of Fame and was named to the Flyers’ All-Century team in the late 1990s. While in Italy, he even played with Mike D’Antoni, who is the current head coach for the New York Knicks. “He’s still a close friend,” Sylvester said. When Sylvester’s pro career ended in 1991, he became an assistant coach for the Dayton Wings, which played in the World Basketball League, and helped them to a title. He became the head coach in 1992, but the WBL folded later that season. Sylvester then coached in the International Basketball League in Winnipeg, and he has spent the last several years working at Victory Wholesale Group. Then Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy came calling. “I met (senior-to-be) Andrew Wallace, who was the point guard on the team last year,” said Sylvester, who majored in physical education and minored in business. “I worked with

Many Queen City gymnasts medal at state

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Several boys from the Queen City Gymnastics team recently took home medals at the state gymnastics championships in Youngstown. Queen City is at Kids First in Montgomery. Ohio State Champions and gold medalists from Queen City are: • Kevin Baker of Union, Ky. (Level 10) – all around, vault. • Peter TenEyck of Hyde Park (Level 10) – highbar. • Noah Beeman (Level 9) – all around, floor, pommels, pbars, highbar. • Jesse Himmelsbach of Butler, Ky., (Level 9) – vault, pbars, highbar. • John Schroeder (Level 9) – pommels.

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Sycamore High School seniors Kelsey Beck, Emily Hunter and Lily Ricci sign letters of intent to play lacrosse at American University, Virginia Tech and Brown University, respectively.

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him and helped him with his shot and started following the team. Then I saw the job became available, and I thought it’d be fun to coach a varsity program.” Sylvester got the job. Born in the Elder heartland, the current Loveland resident is eager to begin his tenure at CHCA. “My No. 1 goal is to make it a memorable senior year for our seniors,” he said. “You should enjoy playing sports. When you have fun, it translates into success. I want them to look back on their high school experience fondly.” Sylvester said his squad should be a fun team to watch. “Every high school coach has to adapt to the players he has,” he said. “Our nucleus has the ability to score, and we will run and be an up-tempo team. Playing up-tempo typically keeps guys happy; players get tired faster, we sub more often and guys get more playing time.” Sylvester, however, doesn’t want his decorated basketball career to be a distraction for the program; he wants the focus to remain on his team. “It’s time for me to give back and make this experience memorable for the kids,” he said. “It’s not about me. It’s about them.”

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Comprehensive reforms for Ohio schools My daughter was only 2 years old when the Ohio Supreme Court declared that our method of funding public schools was unconstitutional. For 14 years we have waited for a change. It is finally here. There is no moment too soon to implement an education system that empowers our kids to learn better, learn more and compete globally. Thanks to the education reform plan proposed by Gov. Strickland and passed by the Ohio House of Representatives, Ohio’s students – our future workforce – could have access to a system that teaches the skills crucial for success in a 21st-Century economy. In the House of Representatives, I worked to ensure that the new funding formula benefits all the schools in my district, and

that flexibility was built in as schools incorporate the new, progressive changes of the plan. Under the plan, all students will have Connie Pillich access to gifted Community programs and Press guest all-day kindermany columnist garten, school systems will have extended their school year, and struggling schools will be required to implement more reforms to help their students perform better. In a fast-changing economy, many of the jobs our children will be competing for are ones we don’t even know might exist. Under Ohio’s comprehensive edu-

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Sycamore Township projects a $2.5 million budget surplus for 2009. Do you think the township should hold on to the money, or spend it on a particular project? If so, on what should they spend it? “To compare the current Sycamore Township Trustees to the elevation of past great leaders like James Bechtold is rather laughable, if it were not so terribly sad. If Mr. Bechtold were alive today he would not have underinsured his shelter like our current trustees did, then let it sit for a year and rebuild it with an open air shelter that can not be used year round. To capitalize for one’s personal political gain the death of a great Ohio senator like Bob Schuler in order to again get your name in the paper proves to me as well as many others the lack of class and great ego our current trustee has. Mr. Weidman you are no Sen. Schuler and you will never be.” P.H.S.

July 15 questions

This year’s Bastille Day festival takes on a special significance as Montgomery celebrates 20 years of friendship with its French Sister City Neuilly-Plaisance. Is this relationship good for Montgomery? Why or why not? “Having resided here for all 20 years, I think it is fun and lends color to the city, however I really fail to see any real benefit.” F.J.B.

Do you think the economic stimulus plan is working, or should the federal government implement another round of stimulus packages? “This answer depends on if you are promoting freedom, independence and smaller federal government, or power in the Democrat Party. “Much of the funding does not occur until the elections of 2010 and 2012, which is designed to guarantee continuation of the corrupt election process of complete Democrat control. “I would urge no more funding We really do not have the money and this process will eventually

Next questions Symmes Township trustees met last week to discuss the 2009 Flower Show and how to improve the event. What changes would you like to see made if the show is to remain in Symmes Park? Are you worried about a possible worsening of the swine flu pandemic this fall and winter? Why or why not? Every week The Northeast Suburban Life asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answer to nesuburban@community press.com with Chatroom in the subject line. destroy our financial system leaving our grandchildren deep in un payable debt. “Please urge your congressmen to vote no on government health care, carbon caps. my generation fought WW2 for freedom not socialism.” F.J.B. “With years of no definitive action by the last administration, change is happening, albeit maybe more slowly than some desired. “Change that starts slowly that is closely monitored and is a successful can only result in more and additional jobs and improvements in the economy. “Do not complain, unless you have something to offer other than political party sound bytes denigrating those that are doing something about quality of life issues.” Triple “The stimulus package is not working, and there is no way I think another round will help the small businesses, regular people like me. I think that the stimulus package is just helping the rich, big corp. CEOs keep their private jets, vacation homes, etc. There needs to be away for the average Joe to get some relief.” C.M. “The ‘stimulus package’ is worthless. Additional spending would be a waste. The ‘stimulus package’ will have no impact on our economy. It would be like me dropping a rock, then taking credit for gravity. “The economy is going to correct itself as it always does, with or without the interference of the federal government. K.O.

cation reform plan, state-of-theart equipment and innovative teaching methods will help students keep pace with technology. By utilizing technology, young Ohioans in every school district can learn 21st-century skills. Ohio’s comprehensive education reform plan makes a commitment to bringing more opportunities and course options to more classrooms. Students will be exposed to distance learning and get support for technology, making out-of-the-question field trips and instructional materials suddenly attainable. Our education plan charges the Department of Education with setting standards for Ohio schools to require innovative teaching formats, such as interdisciplinary methods, projectbased learning, real world lessons and service learning. This is cru-

cial to helping students develop the skills tomorrow’s business leaders will look for in people they hire, such as critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, leadership and innovation. As the current education system stands, kids across Ohio aren’t getting this cutting-edge education they deserve. The schools reform plan put forth by Gov. Strickland and the Ohio House makes 21st-Century learning accessible to students and districts that have long been shut out. Right now, in this moment, we have a once-in-a-generation chance not just to fix a system that under-serves Ohio’s kids, but also to build a brighter, more prosperous Ohio through top-notch schools. This plan sets the stage for Ohio to be a frontrunner in tech-

nologies and practices that will be integral to the new economy. By passing these smart education reforms, we will equip our workforce with the 21st-Century skills needed for success and prosperity. Ohio’s achievement will be limited only by imagination. Most elements of the new plan will be implemented after my daughter graduates from high school. But for the next generation of Ohio schoolchildren, we will ensure that each of them has an opportunity for a world-class education. Connie Pillich is the state representative for Ohio’s 28th District. You can reach Connie at her Columbus office at (614) 466-8120 or toll free at 1-800-282-0253. Or contact her via email at district28@ohr.state.oh.us. Her Web site is www.conniepillich.com.

Ohio’s concealed carry law Under Ohio law, a person may carry a concealed handgun with a valid license. Before obtaining a license, you will need proof of completion of a firearms safety course from a qualified instructor. Twelve hours of instruction is required: 10 hours of general instruction, plus two hours of experience shooting a handgun. To begin the application process, you must apply to the sheriff in the county where you live, or in an adjoining county. The license fee is $55. You must be at least 21 years old. All applicants must submit their fingerprints for a criminal background check. If you have not lived in Ohio the previous five years, an FBI check is also required, costing an additional $24. Many criminal offenses bar you from obtaining a concealed carry license. These include felonies, most drug offenses and violent misdemeanor offenses. You must not be subject to a civil or temporary protection order. As long as you meet the legal requirements, the sheriff must

issue a concealed handgun license within 45 days of receiving your application. The license lasts for five years. The ability to Judge Brad carry a firearm Greenberg includes certain and Community restrictions responsibilities. Press guest When carrycolumnist ing a handgun, you must also carry another valid government ID along with the handgun license. There are numerous forbidden carry zones including, but not limited to: Government buildings, airports, churches, bars, day care centers and school property. With a license, transporting a loaded concealed handgun in a vehicle is permitted under certain restrictions. The handgun must be either in a holster secured on the person, in a closed container in plain sight, securely stored in a closed glove compartment or consoled or in a locked case.

There are numerous forbidden carry zones including, but not limited to: Government buildings, airports, churches, bars, day care centers and school property. With a license, transporting a loaded concealed handgun in a vehicle is permitted under certain restrictions. If you are pulled over and carrying a concealed handgun, you should roll down your window and place your hands on the steering wheel. Next, calmly tell the officer that you have a concealed carry license and a handgun. Follow all directions and do not touch the handgun unless instructed by the officer. This article is not a complete description of all the requirements associated with concealed carry. If you have further questions, visit the Ohio Attorney General’s Web site at www.ag.state.oh.us. Judge Brad Greenberg is a judge in Hamilton County Municipal Court.

Prevent falls with tai chi It’s summer and a great time to enjoy the warm weather. And if you’re looking to add something new to your regular physical activity routine, tai chi might be what you’re are looking for. Tai chi (pronounced tie-CHEE) is a low-impact activity that can help older adults improve balance and prevent falls. Tai chi is an ancient form of Chinese martial arts that is sometimes described as “meditation in motion.” Tai chi consists of lowrisk, rhythmic movements that require use of the major joints in the body. The Yang style of Tai chi incorporates the slowest movements and is easily adapted for senior participants. Tai chi can improve flexibility, strength, muscle tone, balance and coordination. Many studies have also linked Tai chi with an improved range of motion, balance, confidence and a decreased risk of falls in senior adults. Other benefits include increased mental health, stress reduction and reduced anxiety and depression.

Structured physical activity of any kind has an added benefit of meeting new people and provides an opportunity to socialize with peers and keep motivation levels high. Whether you are trying a new type of physical activity or continuing with an activity you enjoy, it is important to keep these tips in mind: • Start with small amounts of physical activity and gradually increase the time and intensity of the activity. If you are dedicated to being active and feeling better, you will see progress quickly. • Listen to your body and know your limits. People adjust to exercise differently; you can avoid a possible injury by not overworking your body. • Remember that it takes time to build and regain strength. By the time a person reaches 80 years of age, they can lose up to half of the muscle strength they had when they are younger. The

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good news is that strength, flexibility and balance can be restored at any age. • It’s OK to change or stop an exercise. There are countless types of physical activity a person can participate in. If you don’t find something you like right away, try something different. • Exercise should not be painful. If you experience pain, immediately stop what you are doing and consult your physician. Keep in mind that falls cannot be prevented by exercise alone. Talking to your physician about the medications you are taking, having your vision checked annually, making changes in your home or having a fall risk assessment performed by a physical therapist are great ways to help prevent falls. Fore more information or to find a Tai chi class in your neighborhood, call 946-7807 or visit www.fallpreventiontaskforce.org. Patrick Shumrick, P.T., DPT, MHS, is a physical therapist at the Center for Balance in Blue Ash. He is also a member of the Hamilton County Fall Prevention Task Force.

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Merlene Schain’s goal is to draw out the artist in anyone. The owner of Schain Studios in Glendale teaches a variety of art classes in the back of her shop on Congress Avenue. “If you are living and breathing today, you are a contemporary artist,” she said. “They are all contemporary artists,” Schain said of the six elementary-age students working on various art projects in a drawing class. “I’m teaching a skill and allowing them to think outside the box,” she said. Among the skills were blending colors to make a shade darker or lighter. No black pencils allowed. Elena Rempe, of Loveland, learned to use opposite colors to make a color darker. Using pastels, she colored orange over blue, then blended them to make a darker shade of blue. “You learn the creative part of problem solving,” Schain said. “It’s their creative journey and the competition is within themselves.” The front of the store is filled with artwork in many forms. Lighted stars made in California hang from the windows. Tables are filled with pottery that Schain made herself. There are bowls, pitchers and mugs. She made pottery soap dishes that can be paired with hand-milled soaps. Schain also sells jewelry that she and her sister, Elizabeth Midkiff made. Among the imported items are glass-beaded fish

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Merlene Schain, right, works with Abby Koenig during art class. Abby is working on a three-dimensional piece that incorporates the painted wooden block, front right.

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To feature your business, send a story (no more than 300 words) and a photo (.jpeg format) to nesuburban@ communitypress.com. from Africa, as well as painted gourds and threedimensional retablos from Peru. Items are purchased through free trade, “so it doesn’t pass through so many hands,” she said. She also sells her own paintings. Schain earned her bachelor’s degree from the Art Institute of Chicago, and her master’s in fine arts from the University of Cincinnati. “Drawing is simply making a mark with anything,” Schain said. “I teach a myriad of ways of making marks to they have options.” Adults and students can sign up for drawing, painting or clay classes at the studio, 1125 Congress Ave. The cost is $30 per class with a minimum of six classes. Supplies are included.

Participants at the Sycamore Senior Center Veterans Luncheon pledge allegiance to the American flag before lunch.

Honoring local veterans On June 26, Sycamore Senior Center hosted its monthly veterans luncheon for veterans and widows of veterans and their guests. The luncheon, begun about a year ago and organized by Homer Wilson a member of the senior center and veteran of World War II, serves box lunches with a sandwich, fresh fruit and dessert for the participants. This month, the center hosted Rob and Amy Stiglitz, guest singers who performed a variety of musical numbers including Patsy Cline and Frank Sinatra songs. To find out more about the Sycamore Senior Center or to reserve a spot for the July Veterans Luncheon, call 984-1234. AMANDA HOPKINS/STAFF

Sycamore Senior Center veterans luncheon organizer Homer Wilson recognizes volunteers at the beginning of the lunch.

Veterans enjoy their box lunch during the monthly veterans luncheon at the Sycamore Senior Center June 26.

Rob and Amy Stiglitz perform a variety of songs for the veterans during the veterans luncheon June 26 at the Sycamore Senior Center.

THINGS TO DO Sidewalk sale

Madeira Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Summer Sidewalk Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 25, in Downtown Madeira, Miami Avenue. Store sales include books, clothing, jewelry, housewares, toys, specialty products and services. Visit www.madeirachamber.com.

Concert

The City of Blue Ash is hosting the Blue Ash Concert Series from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, July 24, at Blue Ash Towne Square. Cooper and Hunt roads, Blue Ash. Neil Diamond tribute band Forever Diamond performs. Bring seating. The event is free. Call 745-6259.

Learn to stamp

Stamp Your Art Out is hosting the class “Learn 2 Stamp” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash. Cost is $12 and it includes supplies. Registration required. Call 7934558.

Movie night at the pool

Brookside Swim Club, 4400 Sycamore Road, will

host a movie night featuring Disney’s movie “Bolt,” 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1. The movie begins at 8 p.m. Admission is $3 for members, $5 for non-members. It includes an open swim and snack bar. Call 891-9832.

Nature

Hamilton County Park District is hosting the nature program “Who Eats Whom?” at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Sharon Centre at Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. A naturalist explains food chains and the relationships they share. The event is free; a vehicle permit is required. Call 521-7275.

Shabbat on the range

Northern Hills Synagogue is hosting the NHS-CBA Shabbat On The Range at 6 p.m. Friday, July 24, at Northern Hills Synagogue, 5714 Fields Ertel Road, Symmes Township. Braised bison brisket dinner follows the service. The cost is $18 for dinner. Call 931-6038.

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

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

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

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

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, J U L Y 2 3

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Learn 2 Stamp, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road. Learn how to create your own beautiful cards that look “handmade” not “homemade.” $12, includes supplies. Registration required. 793-4558. Blue Ash.

ART EXHIBITS

Lost Paintings of Charley Harper, 10 a.m.8 p.m. Fabulous Frames Sycamore, 10817 Montgomery Road. More than 50 original commissioned works acquired from the Ford Motor Company’s private corporate art collection. Through Aug. 8. 489-8862. Sycamore Township.

COOKING CLASSES

World Champion BBQ with Hog Heaven, 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Cooks’Wares, 11344 Montgomery Road. With George Cook and John Augustin. $65. Reservations required. 4896400. Symmes Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Fitness for Two, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Deep water strengthening, toning and cardiovascular conditions for moms-to-be. $45 for four weeks. Registration required. 985-6730. Montgomery.

LITERARY - STORY TIMES

Classic Favorites Story Time, 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 7800 Montgomery Road. 794-9440. Kenwood.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Danny Bevins, 8 p.m. $8, 18 and up show. $4 College/Military Night w/ID. Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place. With host Linda Gambino. Reservations required. Through July 26. 984-9288. Montgomery.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Blue Ash Concert Series, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Neil Diamond tribute band Forever Diamond. Blue Ash Towne Square. Cooper and Hunt roads. Bring seating. Free. Presented by City of Blue Ash. 745-6259. Blue Ash.

MUSIC - OLDIES

John Fox, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. G. Bailey’s, 9521 Fields Ertel Road. 1950s-1970s folk and rock. 683-2011. Symmes Township.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Danny Bevins, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. $12, 18 and up show. Go Bananas, 984-9288. Montgomery.

RECREATION

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FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

All-Night Fishing, 8 p.m. Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road. Rent rowboat or bring your own. Four horsepower or less electric and gas motors permitted. Fishing ticket good for 12 hours. Light visible 360 degrees required on boats after dark. All ages. $9.50 for 12-hour permit, free ages 12 and under and ages 60 and up; rowboat rental $9.39 six hours, $11.27 12 hours; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 791-1663. Symmes Township.

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RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

All-Night Fishing, 8 p.m. Lake Isabella, 7911663. Symmes Township. Private Sports Lessons, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Choose from basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, football, and lacrosse. Ages 5 and up. $250 for six. Presented by Sports Progression. 335-5283. Montgomery. ROXX Rave, 6 p.m. ROXX Coffeehouse and Games, 6745 Cornell Road. Grillout food, half-price gaming, bonfire, laser lights and dancing. Continues to dawn. Young adults. $10. 297-1260. Blue Ash.

NHS-CBA Shabbat On The Range, 6 p.m. Northern Hills Synagogue, 5714 Fields Ertel Road. Braised bison brisket dinner follows service. $18 dinner. 931-6038. Symmes Township.

SHOPPING SPECIAL EVENTS

Summer Sidewalk Sale, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Madeira, www.madeirachamber.com. Madeira. S A T U R D A Y, J U L Y 2 5

COOKING CLASSES

Healthy Cooking Class, noon-1:30 p.m. Peachy’s Health Smart, 7400 Montgomery Road. Learn to cook two healthy dishes and discuss nutrition with dietitian. $22. Reservations required. 315-3943. Silverton.

Sonny Moorman Group, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Guitar Lovers, 7342 Kenwood Road. 793-1456. Sycamore Township.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Danny Bevins, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. $12, 21 and up show. Go Bananas, 984-9288. Montgomery.

RECREATION

SHOPPING SPECIAL EVENTS

Summer Sidewalk Sale, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Madeira, www.madeirachamber.com. Madeira.

SINGLES

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Lost Paintings of Charley Harper, 10 a.m.6 p.m. Fabulous Frames Sycamore, 4898862. Sycamore Township.

Candlelight Singles, 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Trio Bistro, 7565 Kenwood Road. Ages 23-65. Benefits Hospice and YWCA Battered Woman’s and Children’s Shelter. $30 plus dinner. Reservations required. Presented by Candlelight Singles of North America. 7616201. Madeira.

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Computer and TV Recycling Drop-Off, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 946-7766. Blue Ash.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

FOOD & DRINK

Friday Night Grillouts, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Music by Exit 12. Lake Isabella, 10174 LovelandMadeira Road. Outdoor covered patio or airconditioned dining area. Includes specialty, à la carte and children’s dinners. Music, fishing demonstrations and naturalist’s wildlife programs. $3.75-$8.85; parking permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 791-1663. Symmes Township. Wine Bar Tasting, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. The Wine Store, 9905 Montgomery Road. 50 cents per taste. 984-9463. Montgomery.

HAPPY HOURS

Happy Hour, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Through The Garden Restaurant, 791-2199. Blue Ash. Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Shooters Sports Grill, 774-7007. Loveland. Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Old Saloon, 7450654. Kenwood.

COOKING EVENTS

Cooking Demonstration, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Summer salmon salad. The Fresh Market, 7888 Montgomery Road. Step-by-step presentation. Drop-in program. Free. 791-3028. Sycamore Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

A Laughter Yoga Experience, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Combines laughter exercises and yoga breathing to give health benefits of hearty laughter. $10. Registration required. 985-6732. Montgomery. Fitness for Two, noon-12:45 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 985-6730. Montgomery. Pilates Reformer, 10:40 a.m.-11:40 a.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Designed to strengthen and lengthen, focusing on the core. $35 per class, introduction series required. Registration required. 985-6730. Montgomery.

Grailville Garden Volunteer Day, 9 a.m.noon, Grailville Education and Retreat Center, 932 O’Bannonville Road. Work in organic garden and kitchen. Lunch and tour follows. Wear clothes and footwear that can get dirty. Bring gloves, water, sunscreen, hat and snacks. No experience required. Volunteers welcome other hours and days-call to schedule. Free; $15 tour and lunch. Reservation required for lunch. 683-2340. Loveland.

Pastor’s Prayer Time, 9 a.m.-9:25 a.m. Living Word Fellowship, 9781 Fields Ertel Road. Steve and Tara Peele, senior pastors. Presented by Equipping Ministries International. 742-1100. Loveland. Praise and Worship Practice, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Living Word Fellowship, 9781 Fields Ertel Road. Dave and Beth Kenniv, worship ministry. Presented by Equipping Ministries International. 742-1100. Loveland. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Church of God of Prophecy, 8101 Beech Street, 793-7422. Deer Park.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Eating Disorder Support, 5 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Body Truth Center for Wellness, 9403 Kenwood Road, Suite A120. For individuals with eating and body issues, as well as family and friends. Free. 260-7551. Blue Ash. M O N D A Y, J U L Y 2 7

ART EXHIBITS

Lost Paintings of Charley Harper, 10 a.m.8 p.m. Fabulous Frames Sycamore, 4898862. Sycamore Township.

Indian Hill Antiques Fair, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Indian Hill Middle School, 6845 Drake Road. More than 100 dealers exhibiting American, English and continental antiques. Food and drinks vendors. Benefits Indian Hill Boosters’ athletic programs. $8. Presented by Indian Hill Boosters Athletic Association. 683-8888. Indian Hill.

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Floral Watercolor Effects, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Stamp Your Art Out, 9685 Kenwood Road. Create floral images that resemble watercolors using art rubber stamps and paints. $25; supplies additional. Registration required. 793-4558. Blue Ash.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill.

HAPPY HOURS

Happy Hour, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Through The Garden Restaurant, 791-2199. Blue Ash.

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Danny Bevins, 8 p.m. $8, 18 and up show. $4 Bar/Restaurant Employee Appreciation Night w/ID. Go Bananas, 984-9288. Montgomery.

PUBLIC HOURS

Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum, 683-5692. Loveland. Lake Isabella Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Lake Isabella, 521-7275. Symmes Township. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Loveland Castle, 683-4686. Symmes Township. Kenwood Towne Centre, noon-6 p.m. Kenwood Towne Centre, 745-9100. Kenwood.

RECREATION

Private Sports Lessons, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 3355283. Montgomery.

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Team in Training Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Fleet Feet Sports, 9525 Kenwood Road. Learn more about Team In Training. Meet past participants, coaches, cancer survivors and Team In Training staff members. Free. Presented by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training. 361-2100. Blue Ash.

COOKING CLASSES

Oodles of Noodles from around the World, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cooks’Wares, 11344 Montgomery Road. With Kate Cole. Three-day children’s camp. Ages 8-11. Daily through July 30. $95. 489-6400. Symmes Township.

EXERCISE CLASSES

ANTIQUES SHOWS

Pilates Reformer, 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 9856730. Montgomery.

Disney Channel star and singer Demi Lovato will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at U.S. Bank Arena, with special guest David Archuleta. He was runner-up in “American Idol” in 2008. For tickets, visit www.usbankarena.com.

RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

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Hamilton County Park District is hosting the Little Miami River Canoe Trip at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 25, at Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road, Symmes Township. It begins at Lake Isabella and continues 7.5 miles down river. All equipment is provided. Bring lunch. Must complete Quick Start program prior to trip. The cost is $25, $20 ages 6-18. Registration is required and is available online. Visit www.greatparks.org. Call 521-2345.

CIVIC

Computer and TV Recycling Drop-Off, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 946-7766. Blue Ash.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472 Meeting, 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kenwood, 7701 Kenwood Road. Public speaking and leadership skills meeting. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472. 351-5005. Kenwood.

EDUCATION

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EXERCISE CLASSES

Fitness for Two Yoga, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Prenatal yoga. $45 for four weeks. Registration required. 985-6730. Montgomery.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 8914227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.8:30 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

Fitness for Two, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 985-6730. Montgomery.

FOOD & DRINK

ON STAGE - COMEDY

Irresistible Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Graeter’s, 721-3323. Kenwood.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Blue Ash Concert Series, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Music by the Marlins. Blue Ash Towne Square. 745-6259. Blue Ash.

MUSIC - KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke Night, 9 p.m. Crowne Plaza Hotel Blue Ash, 5901 Pfeiffer Road. Lobby Lounge. 7934500. Blue Ash.

Irresistible Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Graeter’s, 721-3323. Kenwood. Funniest Person In Cincinnati Contest, 8 p.m. Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place. Aspiring comedians perform. Amateur and semipro categories. Ages 18 and up. $5. Reservations required. 984-9288. Montgomery.

PUBLIC HOURS

Lake Isabella Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Lake Isabella, 521-7275. Symmes Township. Loveland Castle, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Loveland Castle, 683-4686. Symmes Township. Kenwood Towne Centre, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Kenwood Towne Centre, 745-9100. Kenwood.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Daily through July 31. ISSSC, 9902 Carver Road. Suite 203, Learn fundamentals of Six Sigma and focus on “waste reduction and removal” tools. $3,599. Online registration required. 834-8332. Blue Ash.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Pilates Reformer, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 9856730. Montgomery.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill.

FOOD & DRINK

Irresistible Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Graeter’s, 721-3323. Kenwood.

HAPPY HOURS Happy Hour, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Through The Garden Restaurant, 791-2199. Blue Ash. MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK

No Saints, No Saviors, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Shady O’Grady’s Pub, 9443 Loveland-Madeira Road. Allman Brothers Tribute Band. 7912753. Loveland.

PUBLIC HOURS

Lake Isabella Fishing Boathouse, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Lake Isabella, 521-7275. Symmes Township.

PROVIDED

Jersey Productions returns to the Aronoff Center to perform “Oklahoma!” It is at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 23; and at 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, July 24-25. Tickets are $20-$25. Call 513-621-2787 or visit www.cincinnatiarts.org. Pictured are Case Dillard as Curly and Courtney Brown as Laurey.

Community | Life

July 22, 2009

Northeast Suburban Life

Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marriages as predicted 40 years ago The wedding season is upon us. It runs from spring to late autumn. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guess how many weddings occurred just this last weekend. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weddings occur in a sociological atmosphere quite different from that of a coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents and grandparents. The current atmosphere weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve collectively spawned over the years is no friend of the newly married, or long-married for that matter. Didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we ever see where we were going? Someone did. In 1970 an interesting book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Future Shock,â&#x20AC;? was written by Alvin Toffler. He was a sociology professor at Cornell University who conducted research into future value systems. From this research he predicted what our culture could expect in the fast-arriving future and how it

would affect our lives. He showed how we were fast forming a â&#x20AC;&#x153;throw-awayâ&#x20AC;? society. This, in turn, would lead us to adopt a concept of transience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a new â&#x20AC;&#x153;temporarinessâ&#x20AC;? in everyday life as well as a mood of impermanence. This Age of Transience would soon affect our relationship with people, but also our attitude toward things, places, ideas, as well as toward institutions and organizations. He wrote, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The people of the future will live in a condition of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;high transienceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a condition in which the duration of relationships is cut short â&#x20AC;Ś things, places, people, ideas, and organizational structures will all get â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;used upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; more quickly.â&#x20AC;? Permanent commitment to anything would become passĂŠ. Before most of last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brides and grooms were even

born, Toffler predicted that success in the marriage of the future would come to be determined by the degree to which matched development actually occurs between spouses. Love would be determined by the degree of shared growth, not necessarily by the giving of self. Yet, he goes on to say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The mathematical odds are heavily stacked against any couple achieving this ideal of parallel growth. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The odds plummet when the rate of change in a society accelerates, as it is now doing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a fast-moving society in which â&#x20AC;Ś the family is again and again torn loose from home and community, in which individuals move further from their parents, further from the religion of origin, and further from traditional values, it is almost miraculous if two people develop at anything like

comparable rates.â&#x20AC;? Dire words! And now, almost 40 years later, our own observations bear him out. Human relationships have become more transient and the development of genuine love more tenuous. Love is now sought in serial marriages or clandestine affairs. In 1970 Toffler claimed that in the future those who marry will have an average of three marriages in their lifetime: the first for the expression of sexuality; the second for procreating children; and the third for companionship. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be some,â&#x20AC;? he predicted, â&#x20AC;&#x153;who, through luck, interpersonal skill and high intelligence, will find it possible to make long-lasting monogamous marriages work. Some will succeed in marrying for life and finding durable love and affection. But the

Cats, kids, money and DNA lectures These are all subjects of the lectures for the 20092010 Town Hall Lecture Series of the Montgomery Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club. This outstanding lineup will feature: Jack Hanna, director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Into the Wild,â&#x20AC;? Oct. 7-8. Lori Borgman, humorist, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Was a Better Mother Before I Had Kids,â&#x20AC;? Nov. 18-19. Jane Bryant Quinn, financial analyst, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making the Most of Your Money,â&#x20AC;? March 24-25. Barry Scheck, famed

defense attorney, â&#x20AC;&#x153;DNA & the Wrongly Convicted: The Innocence Project,â&#x20AC;? April 21-22. The venue for the Wednesday and Thursday morning lectures is Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road, and the Wednesday evening lecture is Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road in Montgomery. Additional information, tickets or gift certificates may be obtained by calling 513-684-1632 or visiting montgomerywomansclub.org.

others will fail to make even sequential marFather Lou riages endure for long.â&#x20AC;? Guntzelman My dear Perspectives brides and grooms, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it remarkably sad that what was predicted 39 years ago has now become true? May your marriage be counterculture, your commitment permanent, your love enduring. And may your children find in your relationship an inspiration for their own. Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@community press.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

Clermont Inn presents â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Three Courses of Comedyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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Series subscription is $100. All proceeds from the lecture series go back into the

community schools for educational and cultural purposes.

Three tasty one-act comedies are on the July menu at the Clermont Inn on Main Street in Batavia, a perfect way to spend a summer evening: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Spot,â&#x20AC;? by Steven Dietz; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wandaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Visit,â&#x20AC;? by Christopher Durang; and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Tarantino Variation,â&#x20AC;? by Seth Kramer. All are directed by Cincinnati theatre veteran Jim Waldfogle and produced by Lynne Aronson. The show concludes this weekend, July 24-25. The cast of Clermont Inn veterans and newcomers includes East Walnut Hillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Clint Bramkamp; Rebecca

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Community | Life

July 22, 2009

Got garden vegetables? Make frittata, slaw When we plant our vegetable garden, it seems like forever before it starts bearing. Then all of a sudden, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m inundated with cucumbers, zucchinis and Rita tomatoes. Then Heikenfeld the corn Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen comes on and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re eating corn every night. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not complaining; in fact, I feel more than blessed. But the thing is I need to clone myself just like I clone recipes for you. Anybody got ideas how to do that? Oh, and by the way, if you do figure out a way to clone me, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a few changes Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to make.

Dale and Julie Alexanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fabulous Frittata

Frittatas are popular now: Mark Bittman of the New York Times has his ver-

sion and Loveland readers Julie and Dale Alexander have theirs, too. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After moving to Loveland from Illinois last year, we found we really missed our Sunday morning breakfast place, Benedictâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in East Dundee, Ill. One of our favorites was the Frittata OlĂŠ. We adapted a frittata recipe from Ina Garten, Barefoot Contessa, as a basis for our version of Frittata OlĂŠ. This is great for Sunday brunch with a Bloody Mary!â&#x20AC;? 3

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For Shari Weber, Anderson Township, and several others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Somethingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different in there and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so good,â&#x20AC;? she told me about this Anderson Township eatery. Well, after Trew, kitchen manager/chef got the OK to

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Frittata made by Rita with fresh herbs. For Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipe, be sure to check out her blog at www.Cincinnati.com. share this, turns out the â&#x20AC;&#x153;secretâ&#x20AC;? could either be the celery seed or the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own from-scratch mayo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to serve our customers the best homemade food,â&#x20AC;? John Broshar, co-owner told me. Worth a visit for this alone or their new Caribbean slaw. 2 pounds shredded green cabbage About 2 cups shredded carrots 1 medium onion, diced fine Diced bell peppers, red and green 2 tablespoons celery seed

Mix veggies together. Mix celery seed, mayo, vinegar and sugar. Pour over veggies. Adjust seasonings.

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Zucchini everything including Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite chocolate zucchini cake Jimmy Gherardiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healthy ranch dressing for kids

Tips from Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen

1. Zucchini: Leave peel on if you like (I like). When packing for freezer, put more shredded zucchini in the container than you think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need. When thawing, push out excess liquid if using in baked goods. That way youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get enough. 2. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overmix bread batter! That includes zucchini, banana or other quick bread batter! Remember, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a â&#x20AC;&#x153;quick breadâ&#x20AC;? bat-

Delicious drinks that lower blood pressure

Water (you knew that, right?), hibiscus tea (most herb teas contain hibiscus), grape juice. Careful with energy drinks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; check caffeine content, which can elevate blood pressure. Pucker up: A squeeze of lemon juice in your first glass of water helps form and repair collagen, is a gentle liver cleanser, and is great for your immune system and stress. Plus, the vitamin C helps your body absorb iron better. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ritaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchenâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

NEWSMAKERS Wellness Community donor honored

The Greater Cincinnati Planned Giving Council honored Judy and Roger Short for their selfless generosity whose foresight will benefit The Wellness Community of Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky for generations to come. The Blue Ash nonprofit nominated the Shorts for

the GCPGC Voices of Giving Award. Judy Shortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement with the organization began in 1997 as a support group participant when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Roger Short then started an on-going one-man promotional campaign, telling friends, clients and coworkers about its free programs. Today Judy Short

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Community

July 22, 2009

Northeast Suburban Life

Grant funds lifelong learning The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Cincinnati (OLLI) has received a $1 million endowment grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation of San Francisco. In addition, OLLI at UC will receive a $50,000 transition grant for current operations and may apply for a second $1 million endowment grant next year. Tom Noonan of Anderson Township is OLLI at UC Board of Trustees vice chair. OLLI at UC has received $100,000 operating grants from the Osher Foundation for the past two academic years (07/08 and 08/09). Operating grants and earnings from endowment funds are used to maintain and improve programs offered by OLLI at UC. OLLI at UC is one of the oldest, largest and most successful senior education programs in the U.S. It began here in 1990 as the Institute for Learning in Retirement. It became affiliated with Osher in 2007. The Institute offers adults 50 and older nearly 300 courses a year (about 100 a quarter). Courses include â&#x20AC;&#x153;how toâ&#x20AC;? classes as well as traditional academic and current events subjects. Courses devoted to physical fitness, hobbies, and handicrafts are also included. OLLI emphasizes new courses and fresh course content each quarter. Classes are offered in the fall, winter, and spring quarters

(no summers) with most running for eight weekly 11â &#x201E;2 hour sessions. Members are charged one low fee each quarter, no matter how many courses they take. The atmosphere is friendly, social, relaxed and informal. There are no tests or grades. Many OLLI instructors are distinguished professors, both active and retired. Others are experts in a variety of fields with a desire to share their passions. Classes are held at the University of Cincinnati main campus, Raymond Walters College, and several other suburban locations. OLLI members can choose from a wide assortment of lectures, seminars, field trips, socials and special events. Bernard Osher, a successful businessman, investment banker and San Francisco community leader, established the foundation that bears his name in 1977. His wife, Barbro, chairs the foundation and he serves as treasurer. In the fall of 2000, the Bernard Osher Foundation began funding programs targeted toward more mature students, not necessarily well served by the standard continuing education curriculum. In the fall of 2002, the Foundation issued Requests for Proposals to campuses in the California State University and University of California system. Typically, grants of $100,000 were made on the understanding that, once a lifelong learning institute was launched, the

Foundation would consider the renewal of the grant for two or more years with a view to providing an endowment gift of no less than $1 million should the institute demonstrate potential for success and sustainability. If OLLI at UC continues to operate at its current high level of performance during the upcoming year, it will be eligible to apply for a second $1 million endowment grant next spring (2010). At present, the Foundation is supporting 123 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes on university and college campuses in 49 states (plus the District of Columbia) as well as a National Resource Center for the Institutes, housed at the University of Southern Maine. There is considerable variation among the Osher Institutes but the common threads remain: Non-credit educational programs specifically developed for seasoned adults who are aged 50 and older; university connection and university support; robust volunteer leadership and sound organizational structure; and a diverse repertoire of intellectually stimulating courses. For more information, contact Fred Bassett, Ed.D., program director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Continuing Education Office, University of Cincinnati, at 556-9174 or fred. bassett@uc.edu or visit OLLI at UC Board of Trustees vice chair.

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More than 80,000 used books, CDs, DVDs, sets and more will be available to the public as The Friends of the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County hosts its summer warehouse sale from Aug. 13-16 at 8456 Vine St., Hartwell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We offer hardback and paperback fiction in every genre: general fiction, mystery, horror, romance, science fiction and westerns,â&#x20AC;? said Anne Keller, Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; executive director. Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; books are divided into several sections, include classics, contemporary, award winners and more, priced from 50 cents. Another popular area with a good selection is records. A preview sale for Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; members will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12. Nonmembers can purchase a membership at the door beginning at $20 a year. The summer warehouse sale hours are from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16.

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Event co-chairs Joan Roehr and Chris Rippe (both of Indian Hill).

From left: Surrounding honorary chair Danny Strunk of Indian Hill (center) are Joanne Sloneker of Indian Hill, Harry Strunk of Indian Hill, Lynn Lednik of Hamilton and Laurie Strunk of Indian Hill.

Golf, tennis classic helps cancer support Beautiful blue skies and a gentle breeze greeted participants at the 10th annual PNC Bank Lynn Stern Memorial Ladies Golf and Tennis Classic. Honorary chair and cancer survivor Danny Strunk, a junior at Indian Hill High School, welcomed nearly 200 guests to Kenwood Country Club for golf, tennis and dinner to support and promote the free cancer support programs offered by The Wellness Community for people with cancer, their loved ones, and cancer survivors. The event raised more than $70,000 while honoring the memory and vision of co-founder Lynn Stern, who helped bring The Wellness Community to Greater Cincinnati in 1990 to provide a resource to help people dealing with cancer improve the quality of their lives by coming together for emotional support, knowledge, and laughter.

The Wellness Community’s free programs are offered at their facilities in Blue Ash (4918 Cooper Road), Fort Wright (1717 Dixie Highway, suite 160), and offsite outreach locations in Avondale, Bond Hill, Clifton and Western Hills. During the dinner, Strunk gave a poignant account of his cancer journey, explaining that being diagnosed with leukemia at age 14 effectively ended his childhood, but that with his recovery he has become committed to learning to be a kid again and find the joy in every day. “Most people think cancer, and they get it confused,” according to Strunk. “Cancer is a battle fought in the body, but more than anything else – and here is where people get it confused – cancer is a battle of the mind. Cancer is a mental and emotional battle ... No matter what might happen,

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Jeanne Schroer of Park Hills, Ky., Marijane Klug of Delhi, Barbara Dundee of Newport, Ky., and Celina Gronau of Maineville.

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The ‘Les Birdies’ Team prepares to hit the course with, from left: Juanita Thomas of Walnut Hills, Barbara Foster of Forest Park, Gertrude McSayles of Avondale and Frances Keel of Kennedy Heights. PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO: RMALONEY@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM

Debbie Waller of Madeira, Joan Roehr of Indian Hill and Sue Meiser of Sycamore Township. you just can’t lose hope.” As a cancer survivor, Strunk has dedicated himself to supporting others dealing with cancer. In addition to his role as honorary chair of the PNC Bank Lynn Stern Memorial, he has also developed a Survivor-2-Survivor network/ electronic resource, led fundraisers for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and promoted The Wellness Community’s innovative and award-winning GroupLoop online support for teenagers with cancer. Strunk’s blog and TWC’s Group Loop can be accessed at http://survivor2survivor. blogspot.com and http://www. grouploop.org, respectively. Strunk’s inspirational comments capped a great day of golf, tennis and camaraderie planned to a

tee by co-chairs Joan Roehr and Chris Rippe (both of Indian Hill) and their committee of Sheila Bandy of Symmes Township, Penny Dinsmore of Indian Hill, Linda Green of Indian Hill, Chris Hall of Indian Hill, Bill Krul of Dayton, Kathy Maxwell of Indian Hill, Susan Muth of Indian Hill, Lisa Randall of Indian Hill, Anne Rich of Indian Hill and Katie Robertson of Symmes Township. Golfers and tennis players of all skill levels enjoyed the annual girls’ day out, considered by many to be the area’s premier ladies’ golf and tennis outing. As always, gifts and goodies were a big part of the fun, with each golfer and tennis player receiving a Tory Burch cuff. After competing for fun

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Tennis players Bobbi Farley of Indian Hill, Sylvia Edwards of Madeira and Meg Hopple of Terrace Park. prizes in a variety of categories on the course and courts, participants ha even more chances to win great prizes such as ATP tickets, spa treatments, and jewelry through the raffle, silent auction and balloon pop. Planning is already under way for the 11th annual

Lynn Stern Memorial. To be added to the mailing list for the 2010 event, or for more information about TWC’s free cancer support programs, call The Wellness Community at 791-4060 or visit www. TheWellnessCommunity.org /Cincinnati.

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From left : Amy Spiller of Hyde Park, Barb Kaiser of Cold Spring, Ky., Mary Alfidi of Indian Hill and Becky Arnold of Anderson Township.

From left : Marilyn Beiting of Montgomery, JoEllen Spitz of Hyde Park, Kim Fahlbush of Edgewood, Ky., and Cindy Sullivan of Price Hill.

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Tracy Coleman and Jeanne Rice (both of Anderson Township.)

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Volunteers Silvia Altobelli of Maineville and Shirl Moran of Kenwood.

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Lauri Carroll of Indian Hill and Roseanna Lakeman of Mason.

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Volunteers Rhonda Williams of Lakeside Park and Judy Herrmann of Madeira.

Religion

July 22, 2009

Northeast Suburban Life

RELIGION NOTES Ascension Lutheran Church

Ascension’s Sunday worship service is at 10 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum begin at 9 a.m. A nursery is provided during the worship service. The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288; www.ascensionlutheranchurch.com.

Chabad Jewish Center

The center is hosting a Mexican Fiesta from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in Cafe Chabad. The Mexican buffet includes fish tacos, fajitas, tortillas, burritos, nachos, guacamole and more. There is a cash bar available. Music is by Zumba. The event is open to adults only. The cost is $22, $18 by July 26; Half price admission for friends. Reservations are required, and are available online. Call 793-5200 or visit www.chabadba.com. The address is 3977 Hunt Road, Blue Ash; 793-5200.

Northern Hills Synagogue installs officers Northern Hills Synagogue – Congregation B’nai Avraham held a double celebration during Friday Night Services. The congregation honored Bernice Uttrich for her 30 year of service as Administrator of the Congregation and installed the Synagogue, Sisterhood and Men’s Club Officers and Boards of Trustees for 2009-2010. Uttrich began working at Northern Hills Synagogue in November 1978, when the synagogue was at 715 Fleming Road in Springfield Township. Since then the congregation has grown, and its operations have become considerably more complex. When asked about her most memorable moment at NHS, Uttrich said, “My most memorable moment cannot be singular; rather, it must be all the years that I have been made to feel a part of the Northern Hills family and how the congregation has become a part of my family.”

Surprising many of those present, congregational president David Zucker announced that Uttrich had decided to retire from her position June 30. Rabbi Barnard installed the new board. David Zucker was installed for a second term as president of the synagogue. Vice presidents are Dr. David Goldstein, Elaine Hordes, Joseph Lazear and Barry Wolfson. The treasurer is Matthew Lee and the financial secretary is Phyliss Shubs. Maria Mason is recording secretary, Judy Knapp corresponding secretary, and Matt Yosafat cemetery warden. Sisterhood co-presidents are Roberta Handwerger and Sandra Spitz. Rosalyn Shapiro is vice president and programming officer, Diana Fenichel is treasurer, Michelle Shapiro financial secretary, Ellen Warm corresponding secretary, and Eileen Metz recording secretary. Men’s Club co-presidents

are Jeff Gushin and Dr. Warren Shapiro, vice president is Brett Handmaker, secretary Leo Gardner and treasurer Dr. Gerald Shubs. In his speech, Zucker described Northern Hills as a congregation that is warm and welcoming, where participation is encouraged and each member counts. He recapped some of the biggest accomplishments the congregation made over the past year and reminded the congregation that, in 2010, the congregation will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2010. The anniversary will be a central theme of the synagogue’s programming for the coming year. The congregation also celebrated with those couples whose wedding anniversaries are in the new month, as it does on the first Friday night of every month. Northern Hills Synagogue is at 5714 Fields Ertel Road in Deerfield Township. For information, call the synagogue at 931-6038.

Church of God of Prophecy

The church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship is at 11 a.m. Sundays. Bible Study is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The church is at 8105 Beech Ave., Deer Park; 793-7422.

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

The church is hosting Playdate in the Park “Fun in the Water” at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 25, at Sharon Woods. Snack for the kids and water toys provided. Call the church for details and reservations. All women are invited to Summer Refresher at 9:30 a.m. or 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, for coffee, treats and a special program. Rev. Robin Lambert will present “Can you Hear Me Now? God is Calling.” Are you in the dreaded dead zone? Bring a phone or cell phone to win prizes. Call the church for details for or reserve child care.

Connections Christian Church

The church has contemporary worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. The church is at 7421 East Galbraith Road, Madeira; 791-8348.

St. Paul Community United Methodist Church

St. Paul Church services are 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. for Traditional Worship and 9:30 a.m. for Contemporary Worship with Praise Band. Childcare is provided for all services. The church continues the summer series “Being an Efficiently Effective Family for Christ,” Sunday, July 26. The message will be

About religion items

The Community Press welcomes news about a special service, rummage sale, dinner, bazaar, festival, revival, musical presentation or any special activity that is open to the public. Deadline: Two weeks before publication date. E-mail: nesuburban@communitypress. com with “religion” in subject line. Fax: 248-1938. “Finding Your Place In The Family!!” based on the scripture reading Ephesians 4:11-16. The church is at 8221 Miami Road, Madeira; 891-8181; www.stpaulcommunityumc.org.

Sharonville United Methodist Church

Sharonville United Methodist Church has services; 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. are traditional worship format, and the 9:30 a.m. service is contemporary. SUMC welcomes all visitors and guests to attend any of its services or special events. The church is at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117.

Sycamore Christian Church

Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bible Study is at 9 a.m. every Sunday. The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church hosts Adult and Youth Bible Studies at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.

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The new Northern Hills Synagogue officers for 2009 are, from left: front row, Rosalyn Shapiro, Elaine Hordes, Judy Knapp, Joseph Lazear, David Goldstein and President David Zucker; back row, Sandra Spitz (left), Rabbi George Barnard, Bobbi Handwerger, Matthew Lee, Barry Wolfson, Jeff Gushin, Maria Mason and Warren Shapiro. Not pictured, Karroll Miller, Phyllis Shubs, Matt Yosafat, Diana Fenichel, Michelle Shapiro, Ellen Warm, Eileen Metz, Brett Handmaker, Leo Gardner and Gerald Shubs.

School Supplies are being collected for the children at Wesley Chapel in Over-the- Rhine. Vendors are needed for the Fall Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. Crafters and vendors are invited to call the church for details. Summer Reading Group will discuss “The Middle Place” by Kelly Corrigan from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 27. Call the church for details. Disciple Bible Study is open for registration for fall classes. Disciple Bible Study is an intensive 32-34 week study of the Bible that includes elements of fellowship, prayer, video, Bible study and discussion. Call the church for details and a list of classes. Give Moms a Break is from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. It is open to children 6 months-kindergarten. The cost is $10 for one child and $15 for families of two or more. Reservations can be made by calling the church office. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 791-3142; www.cos-umc.org.

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UNITED METHODIST

101 South Lebanon Rd. Loveland, OH 45140 683-4244 Lead Pastor Jonathan Eilert Pastor Grant Eckhart Saturday Service 5:00pm Sunday Services 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30am http://www.princeofpeaceelca.org

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org Guest Speaker

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

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

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6635 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. (across from Oasis Golf Course) Ph. 513-677-9866 www.epiphanyumc.org Contemporary Services: Saturdays 5pm & Sundays 9:00am Traditional Service: Sunday - 10:30 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL FAITH BIBLE CHURCH 8130 East Kemper Rd. (1 mile west of Montgomery Rd) Services & Sunday School: 9:00am & 10:45am Nursery Available www.fbccincy.or 513-489-1114

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Sunday 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. Loveland High School, off of Rich Rd. 683-1556 www.northstarvineyard.org

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Montgomery Presbyterian Church 9994 Zig Zag Road Mongtomery, Ohio 45242

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Northeast Suburban Life

July 22, 2009

Community

Komen grant supports The Wellness Community The Wellness Community of Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (TWC), a non-profit cancer support agency that provides free and professionally led programs of support, education and hope to people affected by any type of cancer, has received a grant of $42,477 from the Greater Cincinnati Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to fund specific programming for women with breast cancer and breast cancer survivors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that after receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer, a woman may face physical and emotional challenges,â&#x20AC;? explained TWC Program Director Bonnie Crawford. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Depression, negative body image, difficulties with range-of-motion and lymphedema, anxiety, fear, and stress are all very common. With the continued financial support of Komen for the Cure, we are able to offer a wide range of support programs at The Wellness Community to help women find the necessary educational, emotional, and spiritual resources for confronting their diagnoses â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all completely free of charge.â&#x20AC;? Specifically, the Komen grant will fund the following year-round programs at The Wellness Community, all of which are offered completely free of charge: â&#x20AC;˘ Support Groups: Two weekly support groups for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, held at TWCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary facility in

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From left: Bonnie Crawford, TWC program director, and Lucy Ward, president of TWCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Board of Trustees, accept a generous grant of $42,477 from Peggy Isenogle, executive director of Komen for the Cure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cincinnati Affiliate. Blue Ash, and a weekly support group for women with cancer held at the centrally located Hope Lodge in Avondale. â&#x20AC;˘ Networking Groups: Four separate networking groups for specific subsets of women affected by breast cancer meet once or twice a month in Blue Ash. Separate meetings are held for young women ages 18-40 with breast cancer, women with advanced breast cancer, breast cancer â&#x20AC;&#x153;gradsâ&#x20AC;? who have completed treatment, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;pre-vivorsâ&#x20AC;? who have a genetic likelihood for developing breast or ovarian cancer. â&#x20AC;˘ Light Exercise Programs: Lebed classes are offered twice a week in Blue Ash, providing a researchbased exercise/movement

program that strengthens range-of-motion and other co-occurring side effects of breast cancer. The Rebuilding Health light exercise program is offered weekly at the TWC facility in Ft. Wright, providing low impact strengthening and flexibility exercises. â&#x20AC;˘ Transportation Assistance: Thanks to the generosity of Komen for the Cure, cab vouchers are available for participants who need transportation assistance to attend programs at The Wellness Community. For more information about any of these programs, contact The Wellness Community at 7914060 or visit www.The WellnessCommunity.org/ Cincinnati.

Montgomery pianist to attend arts camp Kathryn Burress, 10, of Montgomery, has been accepted and will attend Interlochen Arts Camp, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier summer arts program for aspiring artists grades three through 12. Burress, the daughter of Brian and Elizabeth Burress, will study piano at the Camp. In 2009, the camp will mark its 82nd season at the forefront of arts education. Burress will be entering the sixth-grade in the fall of 2009 at E.H. Greene Intermediate School in the Sycamore School District. She is involved with Greene Intermediate orchestra program and she has been taking piano for seven years at the Cincinnati Music Academy with Geanna Schwaegerle in Kenwood

and also studies violin and viola at the academy with E l i z a Thomason. InterBurress lochen Arts Camp attracts students, faculty and staff from all 50 U.S. states and more than 40 countries. These 3,000 artists fill Interlochenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northwoods campus with an explosion of creativity. Student-artists learn from world-class instructors and produce hundreds of presentations each summer in dance, theatre, creative writing, visual arts, music and film. Among the distinguished camp alumni are Norah Jones, singer Josh Groban, opera and concert soprano

Jessye Norman, conductor Loren Maazel, jazz pianist Eldar, actor Anthony Rapp, cartoonist Cathy Guisewite and many more. Approximately 10 percent of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional orchestra musicians have roots at Interlochen and the alumni community has been awarded 89 Grammy Awards. In addition to hundreds of performances, presentations and readings by young artists, Interlochen brings leading artists and performers to the northern Michigan campus. In recent years, guest artists have included Joshua Bell, Olga Kern, Bob Dylan, Van Cliburn, Willie Nelson, B.B. King, Guster, Lyle Lovett, Trace Adkins, Branford Marsalis, the Moody Blues and many more.

Kenwood Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Education Committee selects scholarship winners The Kenwood Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Education Committee have selected the recipients for the 2009 Continuing Education Scholarships. All winners receive a $1,000 sholarship to use for the upcoming school year. Kadie Baltes, a graduate of Madeira High School, is attending Ohio State, pursuing a degree in international

studies, with a focus in development studies. She plans to study abroad during the winter quarter of her junior year in the Dominican Republic. Her long-range plans are to work with the Peace Corps or a similar group. She is active in the coed Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, participating in numerous service events. Kaitlin Dauner, a gradu-

ate of Indian Hill High School, is attending the University of Cincinnati. Her plans are to graduate with an urban planning degree with a minor in business management, and continue with graduate work for a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in landscape architecture. She is active in several organizations on campus and involved in Relay for Life.

Karly Kleiman, a graduate of Indian Hill High School, is attending the University of Cincinnati, in fashion design. This is her second year as being a recipient of this award. Her goal is to create designs with an eco-friendly emphasis as noted with a dress made entirely of pantiliners for an â&#x20AC;&#x153;alternate textile.â&#x20AC;? She completed her sophomore year on the deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list. Elizabeth Lerner, a graduate of Indian Hill High School, is attending the

University of Cincinnati, as a marketing major in the College of Business Administration. She has been part of the international co-op program working in the marketing and promotions department of Deutsche Bahn in Germany during the Spring and Summer of 2009. She is keeping busy with her many extra-curricular activities, while maintaining her honor roll status. Matt McCormick, a graduate of Moeller High School, is attending Miami University working on an entrepreneurship degree.

His long-range goals are to own his own business. He is active in several organizations and finds time to volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. He is working full time this summer in addition to taking a class in calculus. The funding for the scholarship is provided by the annual style show/ luncheon, the Seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lecture Series and support from the Kenwood Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club members. The organization has given almost $300,000 in scholarships since their beginning in 1967.

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POLICE REPORTS

BLUE ASH

Arrests/citations

Matthew A. Branam, 29, 8921 Cherry St., domestic violence (physical harm) at 8921 Cherry St., July 10. Bryan Keith Mosley, 38, 38 Providence Dr., felony warrant, felony warrant at 8902 Cherry St., July 9. Rindy San, 21, 835 Halesworth Dr., grand theft ($5,000 or more) at 5151 Pfeiffer Rd. apartment 120, July 9. William L. Munlin, 26, 2653 Monette Ct., drug paraphernalia at 4500 Glendale-Milford Rd., July 13. Juvenile, 17, assault (knowingly harm) at 11095 Oak Ave., July 1. Heather M. Russell, 34, 7059 Dawson Rd. Apartment 29, theft ($500 or more) at 10631 Techwoods Dr., July 1. Austin W. Howard, 53, 3660 Woodford Rd. Apartment 104, petty theft at 4150 Hunt Rd., July 3. Jamie A. Johnson, 28, 2525 Wyoming Rd., open container prohibited, drug possession at 11400 Grooms Rd., July 4. Samantha R. Wells, 18, 604 Dottie Ct., drug possession at Alma Ave. and Kenwood Rd., July 5. Erik D. Baldwin, 28, 324 Boal, possession drug paraphernalia, open container prohibited at Southbound Interstate 71, July 3. Janet G. Perry, 45, 10470 Cozaddale Murdock Rd., disorderly conductintoxication at 11540 Grooms Rd., July 4. Randy S. Senger, 40, 1282 Sanborn Ct., unattended vehicle stop engine remove key turn wheel, open container prohibited at 4150 Hunt Rd., July 1.

Incidents/investigations Aided case

At 11081 Lebanon Ave., July 8. At 5000 YMCA Dr., July 9.

Assault (knowlingly harm) At 11090 Oak Ave., July 11.

Criminal mischief

Someone damaged a windshield, value $400, and a vehicle hood, value $600, on a vehicle belonging to Advanced Radio Technology at 6170 Interstate Ci., July 13. Someone damaged a 1998 Ford Mustang GT, $15,000 dmage at 10080 Alliance Rd., July 13.

Criminal trespass

At 11116 Corine Ave., July 4.

General information

At 5050 S. Walnut St. lot 1, July 8.

Grand theft

Someone made an electronic transfer of $17,086 from an account at 10870 Wengate Ln., July 1.

Menacing, theft, telecommunications harassment

A man said someone tok a Magellan GPS unit, value $200; a Stihl walkbehind mower, value $800; a Stihl trimmer, value $150; a Stihl backpack blower, value $200, and Stihl hedge trimmer, value $150 at 11032 Margaretta Ave., July 4.

Petty theft

At 4550 Glendale-Milford Rd., July 8. Someone damaged a front passenger van window, value $200, and took a Tom Tom XL GPS unit, value $200 at 6750 Corporate Dr., July 7. At 4150 Hunt Rd., July 8. Someone took a red men's bike with wide black seat, value $100 at 4433 Cooper Rd., July 10. Someone broke into four vehicles on Donjoy Dr. at 5301 Donjoy Dr., July 5. Someone broke into two vehicles on Victor Ave. at 4388 Victor Ave., July 5.

On the Web

Our interactive CinciNavigator map allows you to pinpoint the loction of police reports in your neighborhood. Visit: Cincinnati.com/columbiatownship • Cincinnati.com/deerpark Cincinnati.com/madeira • Cincinnati.com/silverton Cincinnati.com/sycamoretownship $60 eash; stereo and TV equipment, vaue $60; a 10-inch woofer, value $60; an Alpine power amp, value $300, and a sub-woofer at 4030 Georgetown Rd., July 8. Someone took a Hewlett Packard laptop computer, value $800 at 4350 Malsbary Rd., July 13. A woman said someone took a Fifth Third Bank debit card at 11029 Kenwood Rd., June 30.

MONTGOMERY

Arrests/citations

Jose N. Luna-Espino, 19, 600 W. Point Pleasant Ci., obstruction of official business, identity fraud, falsification at 9989 Montgomery Rd., July 14. Omar Nazir, 18, 7778 Styrax Ln., drug paraphernalia at 9770 Montgomery Rd., July 12. Tyler W. Roots, 18, 2005 Wayland Ave., drug paraphernalia, prohibition against sale or possession at West Ohio 126, July 11. Daranee Roongsang, 62, 3440 Riverwood Ln. 1B, theft at Montgomery Rd., July 11. Dale W. Shackelford, 50, 11021 Reading Rd., possession of drugs at Pfeiffer Rd., July 11. Lindsey M. Buzek, 21, 10673 Weil Rd., possession of drugs at 10673 Weil Rd., July 6. Mark C. Bramble, 23, 11050 Hamilton Ave., drug paraphernalia, disorderly conduct at Pfeiffer Rd., July 6. Chuck G. Webb, 24, 1640 Lakenoll Dr., disorderly conduct at Pfeiffer Rd., July 6. Daria L. Duh, 51, 10015 Zig Zag Rd., endangering children at 10150 Montgomery Rd., July 5. Phylis D. Murnan, 56, 617 Crescent Ave., open container at Northbound Interstate 71, July 1. Jerry R. Wheeler Jr., 27, 71 Deerfield Rd., possession of drugs, drug abuse instruments at eastbound Interstate 275, July 3. Adam L. Kayata, 27, 3125 Pennington Ln., possession of drugs, drug abuse instruments at eastbound Interstate 275, Sept. 3.

Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering, misuse of property, criminal damaging

Someone tried to enter the Ted Gregory Center at Sycamore High School at 7400 Cornell Rd., July 10.

Criminal damage.mischief

A woman said someone moved and turned on a garden hose at her house, but did not damage the hose at 8749 Tanagerwoods Dr., July 10.

Identity fraud

At 8841 Wellerstation Rd., July 7.

Theft-deception, passing bad checks

Someone passed a bad check for $76,470 to Camargo Cadillac in payment for a 2009 Cadillac Escalade at 9880 Montgomery Rd., July 2.

Theft-without consent

A woman said someone took $4,000 worth of jewelry over a period of several years at 8754 Weller Rd., July 10.

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Nicholas Leksan, 21, 591 Lodgepole Dr., drug paraphernalia at 7767

Kenwood Rd., June 23. Nateasia Baker, 28, 2102 Queen City Ave., theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 27. Jordon Olsen, 18, 5904 Fairdale, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 29. Juvenile male, 15, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 29. Adrian Irby, 38, 5259 Colerain Ave., theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 27. Juvenile female, 14, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 28. Juvenile female, 13, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., June 28. Juvenile female, 17, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., July 5. Dionne Shannon, 18, 6230 Ridgeacres, theft at 7875 Montgomery Rd., July 3.

Incidents/investigations Aggravated burglary

Residence entered, victim threatened and watch and mail of unknown value removed at 8815 Sandymar Dr., June 30.

Burglary

Residence entered and camera, shoes, shorts valued at $1,104 removed at 4217 Kugler Mill Rd., June 29.

Criminal damaging

Vehicle damaged at 7777 Montgomery Rd., June 29.

Sexual imposition

Female victim reported at Montgomery Rd., June 30.

Theft

Stereo valued at $250 removed from vehicle at 8340 Donna Ln., June 30. $180 removed from vehicle at 4053 Limerick Ave., June 29. Debit card removed and $747.61 charged without consent at 7767 Kenwood Rd., June 30. Vehicle entered and vehicle removed at 7545 Montgomery Rd., June 28. Currency and checks valued at $1,586 removed at 8040 Hosbrook, June 28. Furniture valued at $500 removed from patio at 7619 Montgomery Rd., June 28. Wallet and contents of unknown value removed from purse at 11525 Snider Rd., June 27. Purse and contents of unknown value removed at 7875 Montgomery Rd., July 3. $1,000 removed at 7800 Montgomery Rd., June 29.

Underage consumption

Reported at 12164 Second Ave., June 27.

SYMMES TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Kelly Maglocci, 19, 862 Miamiridge Dr., operating motor vehicle intoxicated at 275, June 28. Diana Himmel, 22, 8589 Sturbridge Dr., operating motor vehicle intoxicated at Fields Ertel Road and Stoneridge, June 28. Susan Zeter, 63, 488 Green Rd., operating motor vehicle intoxicated at I75, June 27. Clark Sarver Jr., 19, 7940 Shawnee Run Rd., operating motor vehicle intoxicated at 7999 Ohio 126, June 30. Juvenile male, 17, theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Rd., June 26. Juvenile female, 17, theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Rd., June 26. Amber Graves, 18, 788 Wards Corner Rd., theft at 9201 Fields Ertel Rd., June 26.

About police reports

The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. The information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department: Blue Ash, Chief Chris Wallace, 745-8573. Montgomery, Chief Don Simpson, 985-1600. Sycamore Township, 7927254. Symmes Township, Lt. Dan Reid 683-3444.

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DEATHS Dante John Di Tommaso

Dante John Di Tommaso, 88, of Blue Ash died July 10. Survived by wife, Dora DiTommaso; sister, Iole; children, David, Donald, Dennis and Darin; grandchildren, Tony, Tia, Gina, Adrienne, Annette, Katie, Alicia, Rita, Jesse, Lauren, Emily and Vincent; and great-grandchildren, Anthony and Anna. Preceded in death by sister,

Mafalda; brother, Louis; and parents, Emilia Giammaria and Alberto Di Tommaso. Services were July 14 at the Norman Chapel at Spring Grove Di Tommaso Cemetery. Memorials to: Hospice of Cincinnati, 4310 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, Ohio,

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS BLUE ASH

10116 Zig Zag Rd.: Hoffman Michael J. & Tracey J. to Yuskewich Chad M.; $565,000. 11058 Corine Ave.: Minton Jeffrey K. to Salavei Zhanna; $173,000. 11158 Labelle Ave.: Giles George & Alma to Weinkam Properties LLC; $190,000. 11160 Labelle Ave.: Giles George & Alma to Weinkam Properties LLC; $190,000. 11160 Labelle Ave.: Giles George & Alma to Weinkam Properties LLC; $190,000. 11160 Labelle Ave.: Giles George & Alma to Weinkam Properties LLC; $190,000. 11160 Labelle Ave.: Giles George & Alma to Weinkam Properties LLC; $190,000. 4431 Boardwalk Ct.: Kaiser Richard A. & Theresa to Price Jennifer E.; $261,500. 4654 Leadwell Ln.: Price Jenifer E. & Andrew D. to Hanley Michael W. Jr; $202,000. 5274 Brasher Ave.: Ozbaysal Zerrin & Kazim to Bixler Dustin J.; $182,500 . 9467 Benchmark Ln.: Weaver Jason E. to Kinsinger John O.; $298,000.

10080 Cunningham Rd.: Alford Theodore H. & Linda S. to Newman Deborah J.; $162,400. 11529 Symmes Gate Ln.: Allen Margaret to Williams Helen L.; $151,000. 8009 Glendale Milford Rd.: Alford Theodore H. & Linda S. to Newman Deborah J.; $162,400. 8009 Glendale Milford Rd.: Alford Theodore H. & Linda S. to Newman Deborah J.; $162,400. 8791 Apalachee Dr.: Balser Jay B. & Leslie J. to Ballah Jody L.; $235,000.

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CITY OF BLUE ASH, OHIO HAMILTON COUNTY LEGAL NOTICE

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the City Manager, Municipal Building, City of Blue Ash, Hamilton County, 4343 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242, until 2:00 P.M. local time on MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2009, for furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete project known as BLUE ASH 2009 SIDEWALK PROGRAM , and, at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud.

SYMMES TOWNSHIP

Contract documents, bid sheets, plans and specifications can be obtained at Blue Ash Municipal Building for $ 40.00 per set, (non-refundable). Plans requested by mail will be an additional $10.00 per set. Checks shall be made payable to City of Blue Ash, Ohio. Specifications will also be on file in the City of Blue Ash Municipal and Safety Center, 4343 Cooper Road, Blue Ash, Ohio 45242, the plan room of the F. W. Dodge Corporation, Allied Construction Industries, (ACI), and CDS Associates, Inc., 11120 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1926 Chaucer Dr.: Duskin Claudette M. to English Cynthia; $56,000. 5562 Bayberry Dr.: Tressler Mary Ellen to Bethel David A.; $315,000. 8428 Pine Rd.: Federal National Mortgage Association to Nieberding David B.; $60,000. 8811 Pine Rd.: Penklor Properties LLC to Overbeck Jillian Mae; $43,500.

Geromes Wy : Zicka Walker Residential Building Co. LLC to Kabalin Thomas Joseph Tr; $882,346.

About real estate transfers

Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate.

Theft

Someone broke into vehicles at Georgetown Apartments and took a JVC faceplate stereo, value $60; stereo and TV equipment, vaue $60; a 10-inch woofer, value $60; an Alpine power amp, value $300, and a custom rear spoiler, value $500 at 4024 Georgetown Rd., July 8. A woman said someone took an American Express card; a Macy's credit card; a CIFCU credit card; an Ohio operator's license; Liz Claiborne prescription glasses, value $600, and a wallet, value $25 at 102 Bentwood Ct., July 9. Someone broke into vehicles at Georgetown Apartments and took a two JVC faceplate stereos, value

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Each bidder is required to furnish with his proposal, a Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond in accordance with Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code. Bid security furnished in Bond form shall be issued by a Surety Company or Corporation licensed in the State of Ohio to provide said surety. Proposals must contain the full name of the party or parties submitting the same and all persons interested therein. It is the intent and requirements of the owner that this project be completed no later than MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2009 . When the total overall project exceeds $73,891, all bidders must comply with the prevailing wage rates on Public Improvements in Hamilton County and the City of Blue Ash, Ohio, as ascertained and determined by the Administrator of the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services (OBES) as provided in Section 4115.05 through 4115.034 of the Revised Code of the State of Ohio. It is anticipated that the Prevailing Wage Law will apply to this project.

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The Council of the City of Blue Ash, Ohio, reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any or all bids. The Council of the City of Blue Ash shall authorize acceptance of the bid made by the responsible bidder who, in Council’s judgment, offers the best and most responsive proposal to the City, considering quality, service, performance record, and price; or Council may direct the rejection of all bids. The City may award based on "functional equivalence" concerning specified work or products. By the order of the Council of the City of Blue Ash, Ohio. William M. Duncan, Public Works Director 1001485911

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Sycamore Township Fire/EMS runs for May 11-June 20: May 11, North I 71, fuel spill May 13, Montgomery, alarm activation May 19, Montgomery, smoke scare May 19, Montgomery, smoke scare May 20, Montgomery, alarm activation May 23, Plainfield, vehicle fire May 23, Montgomery, alarm activation May 23, Montgomery, alarm activation May 24, Galbraith, alarm activation May 24, Butler Warren @ Fields Ertel, motor vehicle accident May 24, Millview, medical emergency May 24, Park, medical emergency May 24, Gwilada, lift assist May 24, Plainfield, medical emergency May 25, Montgomery, alarm activation May 25, Sunny, appliance fire May 25, Wexford, medical emergency May 25, Keller, medical emergency May 25,Merrymaker, medical emergency May 25, Reading, medical emergency May 25, Marlette, medical emergency May 25, Galbraith, medical emergency May 26, Montgomery, alarm activation May 26, Kenwood, alarm activation May 26, Richmond, open burn May 26,, fallsington, alarm activation May 26, Creek, electrical problem May 26, Grandstone, alarm activation May 26, Thayer, medical emergency May 26, Blue Ash, medical emergency May 26, Donna,, no patient contact May 26, Dearwester, medical emergency May 26, Mason Montgomery,, no patient contact May 26, Lynnfield, fall May 26, School, medical emergency May 27, Montgomery, smoke scare May 27, Alliance, elevator rescue May 27, Wayne, structure fire May 27, Briarpatch, fall May 27, Guam, medical emergency May 27, Owlwoods, medical emergency May 27, Bobby, lift assist May 27, Galbraith, medical emergency May 27, Montgomery, medical emergency May 27, Montgomery, medical emergency May 28, North I 71, motor vehicle accident May 28, West I 275, motor vehicle accident May 28, Northcreek, medical emer-

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gency June 2, Williams, public service June 2, Glenover, medical emergency June 2, Reading, medical emergency June 2, Northcreek, medical emergency June 2, First, fall June 2, Reed Hartman, medical emergency June 3, Redna Terrace, structure fire June 3, Eldora, alarm activation June 3, Kugler Mill, medical emergency June 3, Blue Ash @ Sycamore, medical emergency June 3, Montgomery, fall June 3, Starting Gate, medical emergency June 3, Montgomery, medical emergency June 3, Kugler Mill, no patient contact June 3, Columbia, alarm activation June 4, Montgomery, alarm activation June 4, Tramore, medical emergency June 4, Dearwester, medical emergency June 4, Northcreek, medical emergency June 4, Dearwester, assist pateint June 4, Mantell @ Trebor, motor vehicle accident June 4, Fifth, medical emergency June 5, Galbraith, structure fire June 5, Galbraith, smoke inhalation June 5, Bayberry, medical emergency June 5, Reed Hartman, medical emergency June 5, Lynnhurst, fall June 5, Dearwester, fall June 6, West Loveland, structure fire June 6, Galbraith, fall June 6, Montgomery, medical emergency June 6, Lewis & Clark, medical emergency June 6,Kemper, fall June 6, Kugler Mill, medical emergency June 6, Montgomery, medical emergency June 6, Larchview, medical emergency June 6, Montgomery, fall June 6, New England, medical emergency June 6, Raiders Run, medical emergency June 6, Montgomery, medical emergency June 7, Garden, grill fire June 7, West I 275@ Montgomery, good intent

gency May 28, Blue Ash, no patient contact May 29, Montgomery, alarm activation May 29, Camargo, smoke scare May 29, Kemper, medical emergency May 29, Chancery, medical emergency May 29, Galbraith, medical emergency May 29, Monroe, medical emergency May 30, Montgomery, alarm activation May 30, Highfield, medical emergency May 30, Sixth, medical emergency May 30, Dearwester, medical emergency May 30, Evans, medical emergency May 30, Montgomery, medical emergency May 30, Reed Hartman, medical emergency May 30, Montgomery, fall May 30, Montgomery, medical emergency May 30, Bobby, lift assist May 30, School, public service May 31, Galbraith, assist PD May 31, Reading, vehicle fire May 31, Kugler Mill, medical emergency May 31, Miami, motor vehicle accident May 31, Reed Hartman, medical emergency May 31, Darnell, medical emergency May 31, Reed Hartman, medical emergency May 31, Montgomery, medical emergency May 31, Keller, fall May 31, Kugler Mill, medical emergency May 31, School, medical emergency June 1, Fields Ertel, alarm activation June 1, North I71, vehicle fire June 1, North I71, vehicle fire June 1, Jameson, good intent June 1, Fourth, assault June 1, Galbraith, medical emergency June 1, Wexford, medical emergency June 2, Cornell, brush fire June 2, Keeneland, structure fire June 2, Galbraith, alarm activation June 2, Montgomery, alarm activation June 2, Plainfield, open burn June 2, Montgomery, alarm activation June 2, Montgomery, alarm activation June 2, Williams, vehicle fire June 2, Montgomery, alarm activation June 2, Railroad, heat emergency June 2, Montgomery, medical emergency June 2, East I 275, medical emer-

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The Community Press obtains fire and emergency medical dispatches from the Sycamore Township Fire EMS Department, 489-1212 (North Station) and 792-8565 (South station). June 7, School, medical emergency June 7, Montgomery, medical emergency June 7, Dearwester, lift assist June 7, Estermarie, medical emergency June 7, Kilarney, medical emergency June 7, Kenwood, medical emergency June 8, Kemper @ Baen, flammable liquid spill June 8, Matson, alarm activation June 8, Second, medical emergency June 8, Marlette, no patient contact June 8, Kingslake, fall June 8, Northcreek, medical emergency June 8, I 71, no patient contact June 8, Montgomery, fall June 8, St Regis, medical emergency June 8, School, medical emergency June 8, Camner, intoxicated person June 9, Snider, alarm activation June 9, Lebanon, structure fire June 9, Beech, medical emergency June 9, Dearwester, medical emergency June 9, Galbraith, fall June 10, Montgomery, alarm activation June 10, Galbraith, no patient contact June 10, Kenwood, medical emergency June 10, Stewart @ Montgomery, motor vehicle accident June 10, Miami @ Galbraith, motor vehicle accident June 10, Reading, medical emergency June 11, Hosbrook, alarm activation June 11, Montgomery, alarm activation June 11, Highton, alarm activation June 11, Finley @ Montgomery, motor vehicle accident June 11, Galbraith, medical emergency June 11, Montgomery, medical emergency

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