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The Price Hill Housing Resource Center and the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency are reaching out to families who may be struggling with the high costs of energy bills. The center is using the Home Weatherization Assistance Program to assist low- to moderate-income homeowners and renters in making their homes more energy efficient and their monthly costs more affordable. – FULL STORY, A2

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West High artwork being moved for safe keeping By Kurt Backscheider

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Stephanie Morton said Western Hills High School alumni, parents and students can rest assured the school is not throwing out any of its artwork. Morton, principal of Western Hills University High School, said the school has received several phone calls in the past couple of weeks from concerned alumni and parents who saw crews removing the artwork from the school. She said many people who called were worried the school was getting rid of its art, and a few people even asked if the school was being torn down. Morton said none of that is happening. “We’re preparing for some building renovations, so the district removed the art from the building to protect it during construction,” she said. “We’re not going to lose any artwork.” She said that over the course of the next four years, the high school will receive upgrades to its plumbing and electrical systems, as well as new ceilings, floors and walls where needed. Plans also call for renovating the kitchen, installing central air conditioning and adding a second elevator. “It’s exciting,” Morton said. “I’ve been told the building will look like new when it’s finished.” Before the construction starts, Michael Ruzga, owner of Fine Arts Conservation Inc., is carefully removing the Frances Wiley Faig murals adorning the walls in the school’s main foyer. He said the seven murals depicting the “spirit of transportation” are painted on canvas and glued to the lobby walls. The

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Michael Ruzga, owner of Fine Arts Conservation Inc., carefully separates one of the Frances Wiley Faig murals from a wall in the main foyer at Western Hills High School. The oil paintings are being removed and stored in safekeeping while the building undergoes renovations.

“We’re preparing for some building renovations, so the district removed the art from the building to protect it during construction. We’re not going to lose any artwork.”

Stephanie Morton Western Hills University High School principal

detailed oil paintings were completed in 1931 and show the evolution of transportation in southwest Ohio from horse-drawn carriages and early barges through air travel. “We wanted to make sure these murals are safe,” said

Ruzga, who’s also restored Faig murals in the engineering library at the University of Cincinnati. “We’re removing them from the wall and storing them off site. We will return them to their original locations when the construction is finished.”

He said the murals in the cafeteria do not need to be removed, as crews will be able to work around those. Morton said the construction crews have assured her they will work hard to maintain the integrity of the school. “I always thought this was a pretty building,” she said. “The plan is to maintain the building and preserve as much of the building’s historical architecture as possible.”

Kiwanis salutes Panera Bread for giving By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

George Ohntrup said the employees at the Panera Bread restaurant in Western Hills are some of the most delightful people he’s ever met. The Price Hill-Western Hills Kiwanis Club member visits the store every Thursday evening to pickup leftover bagels, bread and pastries the restaurant donates to charity, and he said the Panera Bread staff always greet him with kindness – even after a long day serving customers. “I want to salute them for their friendliness,” said Ohntrup. “Every single person at the store has been the epitome of cordiality and graciousness.” He said the manner in which the employees carry themselves when helping others is just one reason the Kiwanis Club presented its Distinguished Service Award to Panera Bread on Tuesday, June 9. Melissa McGrath, general manager of the Panera Bread at Glenway Crossing, said the store was honored to accept the award from the Kiwanis Club. “We really do appreciate it, and we will proudly display it in our store at our Western Hills loca-

“We really do appreciate it, and we will proudly display it in our store at our Western Hills location … Giving back to the community is definitely a part of being a good corporate citizen.”

Melissa McGrath General manager of the Panera Bread at Glenway Crossing

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Price Hill-Western Hills Kiwanis Club member George Ohntrup, left, presents the club’s Distinguished Service Award to Melissa McGrath, general manager of the Panera Bread store in Western Hills. The Kiwanis Club honored the restaurant for its food donation program. tion,” she said. She said Panera Bread believes the universal bread of life is sharing, which is why they established the Day-End Dough-Nation program. Every night the products

the store does not sell throughout the day are packaged and donated to local charities and food banks. McGrath said Panera Bread stores in the Cincinnati and Dayton area donate $1 million worth

of food each year. “It’s something we believe in,” she said. “Giving back to the community is definitely a part of being a good corporate citizen.” Ohntrup said the food he picks up every Thursday night is donated to Santa Maria Community Services. Portions are also distributed to the Salvation Army, Hands of Hope Ministries and the supper club at the St. Michael Center. “That takes place 52 weeks a year – it’s not a once-in-a-while kind of thing,” he said. “Awards like this don’t just happen. They are the result of people who care and are willing to give back to the community.”

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Program helps families lower energy bills By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

The Price Hill Housing Resource Center and the Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency are reaching out to families who may be struggling with the high costs of energy bills. Through the Home Weatherization Assistance Program, the county agency is working with Price Hill Will’s housing resource cen-

ter to assist low- to moderate-income homeowners and renters in making their homes more energy Strauss efficient and their monthly costs more affordable. Weatherized homes can help people save 30 percent or more on energy bills. “Weatherization helps

families see long-term savings on their monthly expenses,” said Gwen L. Robinson, president and chief executive officer of the community action agency. “We’re excited to announce the increase in income eligibility requirements and help more families that are needing to cut costs.” With federal stimulus funding kicking into gear, the community action

agency is now able to provide weatherization assistance services to more families. Under the guidelines, a family of four earning $44,100 per year or less is now eligible for the program. Matt Strauss, director of the Price Hill Housing Resource Center, said the center is thrilled to be working with the community action agency to sign up as many Price Hill residents as

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possible for the program. “We think we can save a lot of people a lot of money for a long time while lowering Price Hill’s carbon footprint,” he said. The weatherization assistance program helps homeowners lower energy bills by making their homes more efficient, he said. Weatherization methods include insulating walls, attics and crawl spaces, caulking air leaks, weather

To apply, or for more information, about the Home Weatherization Assistance Program, call 569-1840 ext. 1133. stripping doors, replacing light bulbs with energy efficient fluorescent bulbs and servicing or replacing furnaces. The services are available year-round, and reduce costs for both heating and cooling.

Delshire Swim Club hosting major meet By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com

The Delshire Swim Club has only been open a few weeks, but is about to make a very big splash. The 43-year-old club is having a Best of the West swim meet Saturday, June 20, and is expecting 15

teams from around the city. “We’ll have teams from ages 5 to 18,” said Jennifer Osterbrock, swim club president. “There are a lot of swim clubs in this area and this will give us all a chance to compete.” Co-hosted by the

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Cincinnati Marlins, the swim meet also will be awarding two scholarships. Osterbrock said. Graduating seniors competing in the event can register to win one of the two scholarships. One is in memory of Tim Roos, a Delhi Township Marine killed in action in Iraq who was a member of the club and swim team. The second scholarship is honor of Betsy Regester, a member of the club killed HEIDI FALLON/STAFF in the 1990s when she was hit by a car, Oster- Delshire Swim Club board member Tricia Eby and her daughter Alex chat with board president Jennifer Osterbrock and her son Anthony. The club was hosting the 11-year-olds’ fifth-grade Delshire Elementary School graduation party. brock said. The 80-member club Osterbrock said. and have a lot to offer For more information has made significant “We have made a lot of township families,” she about the club, call 471changes of late, both in improvements in the club said. 1261. appearance and activities,

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could work, but it’s something I think we should explore.” McNulty said the time and effort residents put into imploring city leaders to address issues in the neighborhood such as blight and crime – often to no avail – might be better spent establishing their own city or village, and handling the problems themselves. He said Cincinnati leaders are pulled in too many directions because there are 52 neighborhoods in the city, and the issues Westwood residents bring to the city’s attention don’t always get resolved.

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Cabaret will help Bethany House Award-winning singeractress Susan Emerson will present a cabaret, “The Ripple Effect,” at Playhouse in the Park, Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 27. All proceeds will benefit Bethany House Services. Tickets are $45 for the event, which includes the performance, parking, and a dessert reception following the program. Tickets may be purchased by calling BHS at 513-921-1131, ext. 107. “The Ripple Effect,” a cabaret presented in story and song, will focus on how one person can make a big difference in the lives of others through seemingly

small actions. Emerson is donating her services for the event. Emerson, of Clifton, a Bay Area Critics’ Circle Award winner and DramaLogue Award winner, has appeared in Broadway tours, off-Broadway and in top regional theaters around the country. She was most recently seen in the national tour of “Phantom of the Opera” as Mme. Giry, and stood by for Petula Clark as Norma Desmond in the national tour of “Sunset Boulevard.” Off Broadway, she received critical acclaim as Cordelia in “The Portable Pioneer and Prairie Show” and was seen in City Center

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which he arranged, conducted and was music director. He has earned a Drama Desk nomination for arrangements and orchestrations for the off Broadway production of Woody Guthrie’s “American Song” and has earned a Back Stage Bistro Award for outstanding musical direction. Bethany House Services, founded in 1984, collaborates with others to provide a full range of housing, education and assistance programs to homeless and disadvantaged women and children. Bethany House serves more than 2,000 individuals annually at six locations within the city of

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Planning committee for “The Ripple Effect,” from left in front, Sister Mary Stanton of Westwood and Susan Emerson of Clifton; back Gail Myers of Delhi Township, Trisha Roddy of Sharonville, and Dr. Carolyn McCabe of Hyde Park Cincinnati. For more information, go to www.bethanyhouseservices.org. The planning committee for the event is Sister Mary

Stanton of Westwood, Susan Emerson of Clifton, Gail Myers of Delhi Township, Trisha Roddy of Sharonville, and Dr. Carolyn McCabe of Hyde Park.

Theater having yard sale to help teen program Do you have some great stuff to sell? Would you like to join dozens of other sellers as they make some money, have some fun and help support local theater? Then come be a part of the second annual Covedale Center for the Performing Arts Summer Yard Sale!

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sible for your own set up, displays and sale items. A limited amount of spaces will be available. All spaces for the event will be outside in the parking lot. All proceeds from the yard sale help supplement the cost of the theater’s annual summer teen pro-

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Old-school style wrestling presented by the Dynamic Wrestling Alliance will be at the Price Hill Community Center at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20.

Price Hill hosts wrestlers By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com

Area children and fans of old-school wrestling may want to think about stopping by the Price Hill Recreation Center on Saturday, June 20. Dynamic Wrestling Alliance, a professional wrestling outfit based out of Northside, is presenting four main wrestling events and a 15-man, over-the-top battle royal at the center, 959 Hawthorne Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the first match is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m. Russell Hurley, the president of the wrestling alliance who goes by the name Tony Baritone when he’s in character, said those

who attend the event can expect to experience big fun of the old school variety. “This is not your cable wrestling show,” Hurley said. “We are more about showcasing the old-school techniques of wrestling. In our league the good guys wear white hats and the bad guys twirl their mustaches.” “The good guys win with skill and technique, and the bad guys usually win by cheating,” he said. He said the DWA Galaxy of Stars hope the show in Price Hill will help them with their goal of expanding to more areas of the Tristate. Members of the organization recently put on a free exhibition at Oyler School, where they also passed out

free tickets to the June 20 show to students to get area kids excited about wrestling, Hurley said. So far, the group has distributed 250 free tickets to area children, and they hope to pass out as many as 400 tickets prior to Saturday’s event, he said. “We present a clean, family show,” he said. “There’s just not a lot of that around anymore.” Tickets to the show are $8 for adults, and $6 for center members and children ages 12 and younger. Hurley said they would like to fill the recreation center with as many people as possible. “Our show is entertainment with a whole lot of athleticism,” he said.

Letterboxing is a unique outdoor activity that has lasted for 125 years and continues to intrigue treasure hunters of all ages. Families can discover the world of letterboxing from noon-3 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at Winton Woods’ Adventure Outpost. The hobby of letterboxing began in England. It combines orienteering, clues and art with the outdoors. Letterboxers hide boxes that contain a stamp pad, notebook and a unique stamp they created. Using a compass, hunters will find boxes and use the stamp inside to mark their notebook and then stamp the

notebook in the box with their stamp, tracking who has found what boxes. The Letterboxing Quest program shows how to get started in this worldwide treasure hunt. They will get to create a family signature stamp and will learn how to find hidden boxes with a compass. They will then be given clues to find other letterboxes on their own in Fernbank, Winton Woods, Woodland Mound and in Cincinnati parks. Clues, maps and tracking information on letterboxing can also be found online at Letterboxing.org. Letterboxing Quest is presented in collaboration

with Leave No Child Inside of Greater Cincinnati and the Collaborative for Preventing Childhood Obesity. It is free and open to the public. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual; $2 daily) is required to enter the parks. Fernbank Park is cooperative venture with the Cincinnati Park Board; a Motor Vehicle Permit is not required. For additional information, interested individuals should call 513-521-PARK (7275) or visit GreatParks.org.

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St. Dominic School

The following students have earned honors for the fourth quarter of the 2008-2009 school year.

Fourth, fifth and sixth grades

Academic Honor Award: Emma Albertz, Austin Altenau, Josie Angel, Scott Araujo, Rachel Auer, Stefanie Autenrieb, Annie Awad, Megan Awad, Sam Bailey, Graham Bartels, Emily Berning, Blake Bethel, John Paul Bosse, Kylee Bowling, Nick Burgasser, Logan Burke, Ben Carroll, Anna Castano, Sadie Chaney, Braden Connor, Heather Cook, Michael Corcoran, Zachary Czoer, Hannah Doll, Joey Dowd, Hayley Dressler, Matthew Dugan, Hannah Eggers, Randall Ellis, Morgan Essen, Rashel Flores, Drew Goins, Kyle Goins, Sydney Goins, Annie Gruber, Olivia Gundrum, Rachel Hale, Cameron Hart, Madelyn Hart, Nathan Hartung, Bridget Hellmann, Olivia Hess, Nora Hibbard, Hope Hollandsworth, Gwen Homan, Mitchell Huesman, Zach Huesman, Jake Humphrey, Sophia Illokken, Michael Jackson, Alexa Jacob, Jordan Jacob, Kaitlyn Jacobs, Anna-Marie Jones, Jeremy Jones, Joe Jones, Evan Kandra, Spencer Kandra, Kaitlyn Kellard, Kyle King, Samantha Kingdom, Matthew Kirkendall, Jillian Kloepfer, Jack Knolle, Kayla Krommer, Monica Lape, Andrew Le, Karl Luken, Cory Manhema, Adam Martini, Peyton McCarthy, Brenna McDermott, Adam Melvin, Lizzie Moore, Mitchell Moorhead, Madisyn Morgan, Patrick Morris, Bradley Murphy, Katie Murray, Olivia Murray, Abby Nutter, Brooke Oakley, Christopher Ochs, Brittany Oestreicher, Keith Orloff, Kyle Orloff, Anna Ostendorf, Robby Oswald,

Kevin Pasion, Juliet Perrino, Lexi Philpot, Ally Reckers, Abby Rice, Jessica Rieskamp, Renee Rodgers, Stephen Rodgers, Jack Rolfes, Michael Rosen, Carlos Schemmel, Hannah Schwaeble, Rachel Sebastian, Kelly Shields, Christian Staubitz, Marisa Stavale, Becky Stemler, Amanda Stevens, Patrick Sturgill, Ryan Sullivan, Mikaleigh Thai, Daniel Vale, Dane Vatter, Olivia Volz, Megan Wade, Kurtis Wagner, Anthony Waltner, Andrew Wanger, Jacob Wells, Nickolas Wells, Erica Wessel, Ben Whisman, Andrew White, Richard Witte and Ashley Wittrock.

Seventh and eighth grades

First honors: Melanie Autenrieb, Abby Awad, Samantha Bedel, Brandon Bell, Kyle Berndsen, Eric Berting, Danielle Bestfelt, Maria Carroll, Katie Finfrock, Brett Gerdes, Victoria Hancock, Bobby Hellmann, Hayley Kirley, Lauren Knolle, Hannah Lanzillotta, Justin McDonald, Nicole Melvin, Alicia Menke, Laura Mersmann, Paige Moorhead, Kelley Murray, Christine Oswald, Alex Paustian, Jeremy Rieskamp, Dylan Rolf, Sarah Specker, Nicci Stemler, Natalie Straw, Halie Sunderman, Ashley Tettenhorst, Allison Walke, Erin Wanger, Megan Wessel, Chelsea Zang and Rachel Zieverink. Second honors: Billy Angel, Jessica Anevski, Megan Bisher, Kaitlyn Bredestege, Jacob Buller, Molly Doyle, Nikki Eichelkraut, Allison Gruber, Hannah Inman, Alex Kloepfer, Kathleen Licht, Caitlyn Lipps, Emilie Mattei, Josh Moore, Taylor Morano, Joe Moster, Austin Porta, T.J. Reckers, Danielle Riegler, Nicholas Siegmundt, Jessica Vogel and Eric West.

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Powerful pens

Six St. Dominic eighth-graders competed in the Power of the Pen competition at Little Miami High School. More than 200 students from 21 schools participated. Nikki Eichelkraut, Nicole Melvin, Laura Mersmann and Jeremy Rieskamp will move on to the regional competition at Sycamore Junior High School. Team members, from left, are Jeremy Rieskamp, Dany Bestfelt, Alex Paustian, Laura Mersmann, Nicole Melvin and Nikki Eichelkraut.

HONOR ROLLS Elder High School

The following students have earned honors for the fourth quarter of the 2008-2009 school year.

Freshmen

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Bobcat in the Hat

The Mother of Mercy Bobcat was out and about as the Bobcat in the Hat. The Bobcat was a guest reader for the fourth-graders at St. James School.

First honors: Scott Abernathy, Mark Adkins, Brandon Alverson, Ryan Antone, Nicholas Bailey, Patrick Bailey, Michael Balzano, Benjamin Brauch, Adam Bross, Timothy Broxterman, Jacob Clark, Zachary Coon, Andrew Crofton, Nicholas Custer, Eric Deuber, David D’lima, Brit Doerflein, James Eby, Christopher Feldman, James Fetters, Cody Fox, Daniel Geiser, Benjamin Gerhardt, Grant Grady, Kevin Groll, Jonathan Harrison, Kevin Helmers, Alexander Herdeman, David Hornsby, William Imhoff, Christopher James, Vincent Kampel, Brian Kean, Cameron Kelley, Joseph Kelley, Charles Kelly, Thomas Klusman, Justin Kohler, Benjamin Kurzhals, Jack Marcheschi, Mitchell Marnell, Jack Martini, Andrew May, Michael Meier, David Meyer, Scott Miliano, Jacob Moore, Connor Moulden, Kyle Murphy, Matthew Murphy, Brandon Neltner, Alec Niehauser, Justin Quatman, Zachary Reid, Alex Riestenberg, Luke Rinck, Stephen Robben, Benjamin Scheiner, Steven Schinkal, Jim Schmidt, Matthew Schneider, Jacob Schoster, Daniel Schwarz, Connor Schweinfurth, John Siegmundt, Gary Smith, Tyler Smith, Keith Spille, Michael Svec, Nicholas Ulmer, Jeffrey Vorherr, Christopher Walters, Tyler Weber, Matthew Wehner, Eric Wessels, Mark Westerfield and Mitchell Westerfield. Second honors: Anthony Asalon, Kyle Bertke, Rhys Boatwright, Ryan Buller, Charles Dean, Casey Dine, Lonnie Dixon, Elliot Duwell, Nicholas Goedde, Benjamin Gramke, Ian Gunn, Tyler Hardtke, Nicholas Hatch, Andrew Haufler, Brandon Hines, Nils Illokken, Ethan Jackson, Dillon Martini, Thomas Mazza, Samuel Meyer, Austin Miller, Conor Moorman, Daniel Murphy, Jonathan Mussman, Mitchell Nicholson, Patrick Nocheck, Michael Paff, Duncan Poehner, Jeffrey Quatman, Tyler Qunell, Nathan Rieth, Joshua Rinear, Justin Seger, Nolan Seithel, Charles Squeri, Nicholas Stavale, Luke Stowe, Alexander Sunderman, Jacob Taylor, Timothy Vater, Andrew Welch, Samuel Williams, Ryan Wood and Jeffrey Zimmerman.

Sophomores

First honors: Nicholas Beiler, Benjamin Bell, Andrew Burkhart, Keith Burns, Stephen Butler, Nicholas Cahall, Jeffrey Caminiti, Timothy Cappel, Patrick Cole, Bradley DePaoli, Joseph Gamble, Paul George, Eric Goodwin, Zachary Gorman, Dylan Graham, Justin Gressler, Timothy Gruber, Jacob Herdeman, Jackson Hilvers, Daniel James, Mario Jansen, Alexander Janson, Donald Kay, Ian Korb, Nicholas Lehan, Thomas Liauba, Jacob Lindsey, Robert Macke, Andrew Martini, Christopher McGowan, Michael McManus, David Mecher, Michael Mellott, Lincoln Meltebrink, Joel Meyer, Anthony Monk, Luke Moore, John Na, Jared Niehauser, Craig Olding, Jarred Perrmann, Cody Phillips, Thomas Pritchard, Mark Rapien, Joshua Rieskamp, Cory Roettker, Adam Schramm, Michael Schwarz, Nathan Sexton, Guy Adam Sprecker, Matthew Stalf, Matthew Stautberg, Ryan Stenken, Zachary Stevens, Alexander Viox, Richard Vogel, Stephen Weber, Timothy Weil, Ryan Welch, Benjamin Woeste and Brian Zieverink. Second honors: David Bley, Christopher Branigan, Kevin Butler, Michael Carnessali, Corey Cason, Benjamin Coffaro, Brent Cole, Nicholas Duwell, Robert Grogan, Bryan Grote, Bradley Jordan, Hudson Klauke, Jacob Kunkel, Zachary Kurzhals, Joshua Makin, Kenneth Maret, Zachary McCoy, Michael McCullough, Joseph Meisberger, Joel Mercurio, Nicholas Miller, Matthew Moehring, Ryan Patty, Allen Riegler, Marc Ryan, Andrew Stautberg, Nicholas Stock, Joseph Sweeney, Eric Toepfer, Collin Vorbroker, Joshua Wernke, Christopher Wiegman and Corey Zielinski.

Juniors

First honors: John Alexander, Tyler Allgeyer, Nicholas Ambeliotis, Peter Bachman, Stephen Blake, Zachary Brothers, Robert Busche, Nicholas Caminiti, Connor Corbett, James Dugan, David Geis, David Glatt, Matthew Grace, Joseph Gross, Samuel Hahn, Matthew Harpenau, Fred Heekin, Nicholas Helmers, Stephen Hemmer, Joseph Herrmann, Tyler Hoffman, Jacob Holmes, Ryan James, Jacob Kelley, Steven Kent, Robert Kessler, Jeremiah Kiely, Ian Kloepfer, Gregory Konerman, Bradley Lane, Cody Lasita, Johnathan Lewin, Kyle Lonneman, John Lucas, Carl Mai, John Marcheschi, Zachary Martini,

Justin Maxwell, Joseph Metz, Daniel Meyer, Jacob Meyer, Jacob Meyer, Mark Miller, Casey Mitchell, Ryan Morgan, Ryan Murphy, Cody Nieberding, Benjamin Nutter, Kevin O’Brien, Timothy O’Conner, Kenneth Orloff, Zachary Paff, David Peters, Ryan Priestle, Benjamin Pritchard, Matthew Reckers, Andrew Reder, Alexander Redrow, Jefferson Reid, Christopher Roettker, Mark Roser, Ryan Ruffing, Andrew Schaiper, Alex Schatzman, Keith Schenkel, Steven Schmidt, Yemani Schneider, Alexander Shore, Nicholas Stagge, Michael Treft, William Voellmecke, Erich Vogelsang, Michael Wedig, Alexander Welch, Nicholas Wiedeman, Alexander Wirthlin, Tyler Wood and Brent Zeiser. Second honors: Patrick Baxter, Tyler Bergen, Kevin Berling, Matthew Bleh, Nicholas Boeing, Ryan Bretnitz, Andrew Brinkmann, Eric Bruewer, Daniel Buelterman, Brian Combs, Zachary Creutzinger, Maxwell Cucinotta, Sean Deuber, Donald Driehaus, Eric Ellerhorst, Logan Grimme, Anthony Holton, Christopher Jaeger, Jonathan Keilholz, Louis Klug, Brian Korte, Ross Leugers, Ronald Liebau, Erik Maloney, Corey Mason, Robert Medberry, Brian Merz, Emanuel Mitchell, Daniel Mohs, Adam Monk, Christopher Moorhead, Jordan Murphy, Tyler Niehaus, Thomas Panzeca, William Reis, Bryan Riestenberg, David Rinck, Evan Smith, Blake Stephens, Alexander Taylor, Robert Toelke, Robert Williams and Eric Winter.

Seniors

First honors: Craig Bengel, Kevin Bisher, Taylor Deters, Alex Eppensteiner, John Eversole, Andrew Felix, Joseph Gattermeyer, Jacob Hahn, Scott Hegman, Joshua Kaine, Matthew Kennedy, Alex Klingenbeck, Ryan Martini, Zachary McAuliffe, Maxwell Monk, Justin Morand, Patrick Murphy, Brett Niehauser, Ryan Niehauser, Timothy Raphael, Matthew Robben, Adam Seibert, Adam Stowe, Ricky Watson and Eric Wedig. Second honors: Peter Bell, Jacob Berding, Trevor Cook, Alex Cruse, Ryan Davidson, Zachary Dine, Brian Feie, Kevin Gade, Matthew Gross, Kevin Hartoin, Kyle Hughes, Andrew Leisring, Joseph Magro, Jeffrey Martini, Justin Meyer, Elliott Miller, Ryan Owens, Brian Rusche, Eric Schrand, Andrew Stacklin, Jonathan Taylor, Joseph Tiemeier, Kyle Wall and Daniel Zieverink.

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Book fair

Emily Wieczorkowski, Meggie Schriewer and Lindsay Wieczorkowski have fun picking out just the right book at the Our Lady of Victory School Library’s Scholastic Book Fair.

Donovan scholars

The board of trustees of the Mary C. Dononvan Memorial Scholarship Fund have announced the winners of scholarships for the 2008-2009 school year at St. Teresa of Avila School. All 10 of Donovan’s children attended St. Teresa. Since 1995, scholarships have been presented to students whom board members feel best exemplify Donovan’s commitment to the Catholic faith and education. Pictured from front left are winners Alex Driehaus and Melina Artmayer; second row, Colleen O’Brien, Danielle Drinkuth, Nicole Behler and Katie Weidner.

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Elder, Colerain ink two-year series By Tony Meale tmeale@communitypress.com

Neither Colerain nor Elder will play in the annual Kirk Herbstreit Ohio vs. USA Challenge during the 2009 high school football season. Instead, they’ll be playing each other. The Herbstreit Challenge, typically played at a Cincinnati venue during week two of the season, was moved to week one in Columbus; Colerain and Elder, however, have traditionally opened the season by participating in the Skyline Chili Crosstown Showdown. “The Herbstreit was moved to week one, and they never called to ask us about that,” Colerain Athletic Director Dan Bolden said. “We said we couldn’t participate because we have a commitment to the Skyline event, and we’re going to be loyal to that.” With Colerain’s week-two game available, Bolden called Elder Athletic Director Dave Dabbelt. “(Dan and I) have talked about this for a couple years,” Dabbelt said. “We said that if the Herbstreit ever fell through, we could (play each other) as a backup.” And that is what they will do. Colerain and Elder have agreed

to play a two-game, home-andhome series over the next two years; the first game, which will be broadcast live by a national sporting network, will be played at The Pit Sunday, Sept. 6. “We talked about playing the game at a neutral site like Nippert (Stadium) or Paul Brown (Stadium),” Dabbelt said. “But (the network wants) it to be at a high school venue, and The Pit was chosen by USA Today as one of the top 10 places to watch a high school game.” Bolden had no problem with the first game of the series being played at Elder. “We already have four home games scheduled, so playing at Elder first wasn’t a big issue,” he said. Both schools are excited about the prospect of playing before a national audience. “I think it says a lot for the program, the community, the coaching staff and the athletes that people in the broadcasting company regard our school that highly to put us on TV,” Bolden said. “This is what it’s all about. When these kids are 60, they can tell their grandkids, ‘I worked hard, I ran the extra laps, I put time in the weight room and I stayed out of trouble and played

on national television.’” The game will provide additional spotlight for Cincinnati as a hotbed for high school sports, especially football. “Over the last 10 years, the coverage of high school football in Cincinnati has gotten better on the national level,” Dabbelt said. “It really started with Moeller getting national attention back in the ’70s and ’80s, and the Herbstreit event really brought it to life recently.” No official date has been determined for the second part of the two-game series, but it will be played at Colerain during the weekend of Sept. 3 and Sept. 5, 2010. A more immediate topic of interest, however, is who will win the showdown in 2009. This game marks the first time Elder and Colerain have played each other since the Panthers defeated the Cardinals 27-20 in the Division I Regional Final in November 2008, en route to a state runnerup finish. Colerain returns its entire tripleoption attack of senior quarterback Greg Tabar, junior running back Tyler Williams and junior fullback Trayion Durham. Elder, meanwhile, returns several skillposition seniors, including quarterback Mark Miller, running back

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Elder High School senior quarterback Mark Miller will lead the Panthers against Colerain High School at The Pit on Sept. 6. Adam Brown, wide receiver Tim O’Conner and tight end Alex Welch, who has verbally committed to the University of Notre Dame. Both teams also enter the season nationally ranked; according to MaxPreps, Elder is ranked No. 7, while Colerain is ranked No. 18. Whether this regular-season

slugfest will continue beyond 2010 is unknown. “I’d love to continue it,” Dabbelt said. “For me, it’s a great game. Not only do our schools have national recognition, but they’re also 10 or 11 miles apart. It’s what high school football is all about.”

Western Hills High School senior Joe Henson, second from right, receives a $500 scholarship from Price Hill Oldtimers’ Board Member Bill Reusing, a 1958 West High graduate, on right. Witnessing the presentation is, from left, Henson’s mother, Yvonne, and Western Hills High School Principal Stephanie Morton, who recommended Henson for the scholarship. Henson will attend the University of Cincinnati, where he plans to study to teach English as a second language, with a minor in French, and then plans to enter the Peace Corps after graduation. PROVIDED. SUBMIT PHOTOS TO MLAUGHMAN@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM

Oak Hills High School senior Jake Proctor receives a $500 scholarship from Price Hill Baseball Oldtimer Dick Kuehn. Proctor will play baseball for the University of Cincinnati.

Price Hill Baseball Oldtimer Mike Kunnen, from Elder High School’s Oldtimer’s league, presents Elder senior Nick Daffin with a $500 scholarship. Daffin will play football for Yale University.

Oldtimers honor youth

The Price Hill Baseball Oldtimers honored three outstanding high school senior athletes with the Andrew P. Gallagher Student Award at the organization’s 57th annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, May 6.

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Western Hills High School Mustang thirdbaseman Ethan Ernst (9) fires to first base to gun down the batter.

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All-star splendor

Joe Cox (5) of Oak Hills rips a hard base hit for the West in game three between the East and West All Stars June 10 at Prasco Park. The East won the game 8-2 and the series 2-1.

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Oak Hills’ Joe Cox (5) is rounding third and not quite heading for home as Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy’s Drake Browne (34) looks to put the brakes on the issue during the East/West All Star Game.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Kudos for Rhodes column

Kudos to Dusty Rhodes for his excellent column, “Time to get back to common sense.” In his column, Dusty aptly pointed out, “As revenues keep plummeting elected officials must stop funding and proposing such utopian projects.” In regard to the one project, the “trolley to nowhere,” the elected officials did manage to find the money. At city council’s Wednesday meeting, the august council members voted to reduce the health care benefits for city retirees. The next day, the Enquirer’s article quoted the cuts would save the city $25 million. Exhibiting near perfect timing, the mayor that same Wednesday held a news conference to announce that he had chosen a team to oversee his $185 million pet trolley project. Looking at his six-mile trolley line another way and it will cost about $30 million

1960s vs. 2009

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per mile. That’s $30 million per mile! To be built over public streets yet! And, the crafty mayor shepherded, without prior announcement (read blind-sided), his benefit cuts through a gullible council the same day. Cuts that will just happen to generate funds to cover a large portion of his legacy project. But hey, the hell with us loyal

retirees that worked and made our regular contributions to the pension fund while the city continually failed to make their full yearly contributions, it’s more important for, in Dusty’s words, “some local ‘visionaries’ to fantasize they are in Portland, Ore.” Paul Ashworth Happy Drive Delhi Township

Cincinnati grew with annexations Greed for taxes made Cincinnati the size is today. In 1819 the city was 3 square miles; today it is 79.6 square miles. Annexations started with Fulton in 1854. Walnut Hills, Mount Auburn, Clintonville, Camp Washington, Lick Run and a part of Spencer Township were annexed in 1869. In 1871 came Columbia, Cumminsville 1873, and the Zoological Gardens in 1888. The population was 255,139. But they were leaving. As mechanized transportation improved, wealthy people moved to the suburbs on the edge of the city and took their tax dollars with them. Boss Cox and his Republican machine wanted their tax dollars, so they would not have to raise taxes in the city. They felt high taxes would chase away families and new businesses. In 1889 Mayor Mosley felt if there was a large growth in the 1890 census it would give the appearance of prosperity in Cincinnati. And people wanting to improve their livelihood would move to Cincinnati. That ignited the annexation movement. In the election of 1894 voters overwhelmingly approved the five-year plan of annexing the ring of wealth that encircled the city. So the Republicans set their sights on five villages; Avondale, Clifton, Linwood, Riverside and Westwood.

Residents in those communities were outraged. To eliminate the possibility that the villages might upset the venture, the RepubBetty Kamuf licans, in the of 1893 Community spring secured from Press guest the state legislacolumnist ture the Lillian Law. That law provided that all the votes from both the city and suburb would be counted together. Anti-annexationists in the villages exploded claiming that the Lillian Law was unconstitutional. Representatives from Riverside saw themselves being forced into a city already overwhelmed with debts which they had no part in creating. Linwood claimed Cincinnati’s object was to regain the distinction of being the metropolis of Ohio. In Clifton residents said the law would permit Cincinnati where the tax rate was excessive to assassinate their village. The election was held and only Clifton, Linwood and Westwood voted against annexation. The vote was 49,467 for and 4,467 against. On May 8, 1896 all five suburbs became part of Cincinnati. More lopsided annexations were to follow; Bragg Township

1898; River Road, Delhi Township 1902; 160 acres between Avondale and Bond Hill 1903; Millcreek Township between Millcreek and the canal 1904; village of Delhi 1910; Madisonville, Mount Airy, Carthage, College Hill, Washington and Sayler Park in 1911. In 1911 there was a movement to annex Norwood, Oakley, Pleasant Ridge, Hartwell, Elmwood Place, St. Bernard, Cheviot and Fernbank, but St. Bernard, Norwood, and Cheviot were never successfully annexed. Since that time there have been small pieces of land without names annexed in the 1920s and 1930s and unsuccessful attempt to annex other areas. The tax rate never increases very much as the Republicans took on an aggressive expansion program. They improved streets, water mains and sewers and built a new city hall for $1 million, a new water works for $6 million, and spent $1 million to create jobs for the high unemployment of 1893. Tax stability was maintained by issuing bonds for major improvements. Betty Kamuf is a winner of Griffin Yeatman Award for Historical Preservation. She lives in Sayler Park. You can reach her at sp.column@fuse.net.

Wake up, America. Having lived through the 1960s, I see a resemblance, but with controlled reserve with the possibility of college flare-ups, marches on Washington, and hated water cooler differences, as in comparing the two decades. Back in the 1960s, we had the draft, worries about going to Vietnam, trying to find ways not to serve, like finding deferments, like getting married, go into teaching, flee to Canada, join communes, march on campuses and the capitol, etc. vs. the 2009 era with less hoopla about serving in Iraq, etc., because some politicians, who themselves have never served nor their offspring, found a way to change the rules and eliminate the draft, voting in a volunteer military. How about jobs? Yes, while the draftees and the volunteers, fighting side by side

during the Vietnam conflict, the draft dodgers were gobbling up all the good jobs. So now, once again, in 2009, we see older family men sacrificing their lives for the 2009-no-longer-(draft)dodgers, gobbling up all the good jobs during a very bad economy. Let’s call a spade a spade. In essence it’s the same story, but with a different wrinkle. The comparison and contrast of the 1960s vs. the 2009 era has a lot of similarities, except for one thing: The old and new dodgers are marching because they’re losing their financial portfolios, brought on by themselves. It’s time we take a look at the meaning of freedom by eliminating a growing, silent division within our society. March for the right reason. Bill Keenan Victoryview Lane Delhi Township

CH@TROOM Last weeks’ question: Which are you more likely to attend this summer, a Cincinnati Reds game or a Florence Freedom minor league game? Why? “Reds.”

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“Thanks for asking. Go Cincinnati Reds – for a new and young team they are doing Cincinnati proud. I am looking forward to going to the five games my family and I already have purchased tickets for.” L.M.R. “I would have to say a Reds game. The Reds are having a pretty good season so far and I like the attitude of some of the newer players. They are a harder working group of players.” “I do like to go to some Cincinnati Steam games at the field across from Western Hills High School. This is a summer season league for College players during their off season. It’s fun to watch younger players who are playing for the love of the game, instead of a paycheck.” J.W. “I will do to at least 5 games this year. I am a Reds fan all the way. Even though Pete Rose did not get what he deserved from Cincinnati.” T.R.

About Ch@troom This week’s question: What features would you like to see included in a health care reform plan? Do you think township, city and village employees should live in the jurisdiction’s boundaries? Why? Why not? Every week The Community Press asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answer to westnews@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line. “I will attend two or three Freedom games rather than the Reds. Frankly, it’s cheaper and more fun, especially for the kids. I don’t enjoy going to a Reds game. I end up missing half the game passing food, drinks and change up and down the rows and trying to see around vendors who sell everything but used cars.” W.H. “I would more likely attend a Reds game – just because it is a tad closer and because I am used to going to Reds games.” D.K.

Summer safety for your pet to keep them cool in the heat Did you know? • Cats sweat through their paws. • Dogs have sweat glands on their noses and pads of their paws. • Both dogs and cats can get sunburned. • Rabbits do not sweat at all and cannot handle direct sunlight.

Do not leave pets in the car

When the temperature is in the high 70s and greater, a parked car quickly becomes unbearably hot inside within minutes, even in the shade and even with the windows left open a few inches. If the car is parked in the sun, the inside tem-

perature can quickly reach 160 degrees. In just five minutes, the temperature inside a car even with the windows cracked can reach 100 degrees or Diane Zdelar- more. In just 10 Bush minutes, the temperature Community inside a car can 120 Press guest reach columnist degrees or more. If you see a dog alone in a parked car on a hot day, go into the store and ask the manager to page the owner. If this

is unsuccessful, call the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals or the police to free the dog. Once freed, if the dog is suffering, apply the following first aid: Get him into the shade, pour cool (not cold) water on him or use cool towels to gradually lower body temperature. Give him cool water or ice cubes to lick. Take him to a veterinarian immediately for a thorough examination.

Lawn safety

Summer is often a time when people fertilize their lawns and work in their gardens. But beware: plant food, fertilizer and insecticides can be fatal if your pet

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ingests them. Many plants produce toxic substances in sufficient amounts to cause harmful effects in animals. Some of these common plants include: azalea, daffodil, foxglove, hens and chicks, hyacinth, hydrangea, most lilies, morning glory, tulip and wisteria. For a complete list of poisonous plants, visit www.earthclinic.com/Pets/poisonous_plants. Remember, cocoa mulch contains the same ingredients in chocolate that can be deadly to dogs.

Leave your pet at home

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ed summer events such as concerts or fairs. The loud noises, crowds and heat can be stressful and dangerous for pets. For your pet’s well being, leave him at home. Be especially aware of these threats during holidays, such as the Fourth of July. Glenway Animal Hospital will have an open house from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20. Come and see how we take the best care of your pets, meet our staff and have questions answered plus freebies and a raffle too! Diane Zdelar-Bush is a registered veterinary technician with Glenway Animal Hospital.

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Luckiest black cat in the world What do you name a homeless black kitty that shows up on your doorstep in the spring? Why, Jelly Bean, of course! It weighs only a few ounces; is scraggly and scrawny, with snotty, yellowish goo clogging up one eye and a squashed hind toe. It mews on our front step for a good thirty minutes before I notice that my husband is indeed not in the living room, watching the Discovery Channel. I am aware that this animal wail is live, when I open my front door to explore from where the muffled cries come. I look down and see a weathered cardboard box with the flaps folded inward, twitching from side to side. My two young daughters crowd around me as I pull from the carton, a tiny, fuzzy black, something-orother who mews with passion, and we realize it’s an extremely young kitten. I pack the baby kitty in the box, load my daughter into her toddler car seat and speed off to the Red Bank Emergency Veterinary Clinic in search of answers. Who put the box there? How did the foot get injured? Will it be OK.? “Mommy, can we keep the baby kitty?” my 4-yearold asks. Midway down Wooster Pike the black kitty has crawled out of the box and found its way to the crook of my daughter’s arms, and the purrs are impressive. The only thing I can think to answer is, “If the kitten is healthy, we will see about keeping it. If it’s too

sick, then we have to let God take care of her.” “If God gets the kitty, will Pa-Pa Teddy help take care of it too?” At that moment, I begin to tear up behind the wheel, because my father passed away a few months earlier, and now, more than ever, I want that little loving black cat who is melting our hearts in the dark car to live and be ours more than anything else in the world! Long story short, the vet at the emergency clinic deems our new kitty to be 4 weeks old and in perfect health after patching up the smashed toe and giving us some antibiotic cream for the eye goo problem. All we have to do is follow up with our own vet. Our black Jelly Bean, who was most likely born around Easter, became a keeper. She’s grown to be plump and proud, with a shiny, lush coat. Her aqua blue kitten eyes turned to a rich amber shade, and her hind toe is missing a claw, due to the foot injury we’ll never know the truth about, but she has never had a problem with walking, climbing or any other cat moves. Jelly-Belly Bean is a lucky black cat. She was placed with us. When you hold the warm, purring, toe-curling Bean in your arms on a chilly night it’s certain that the luck and the love is mutual... or shall we say, “MEWtual”! Submitted by Paige Adams Strickland. If you have a story about your pet e-mail a photo of your pet and a short story to memral@communitypress.com.

THINGS TO DO Music in the backyard

Everybody’s Backyard Picnic Concert is 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at Rapid Run Park, 4450 Rapid Run Road Ms. Jaz performs R&B music, magician, nature program, clowns, police K-9 unit and more. There will be free hot dogs while they last, and concessions. You are encouraged to bring a picnic. The concert is presented by Cincinnati Park Board. For details, call 352-4080.

Entering the ring

Dynamic Wrestling presents old-school, TV-style wrestling from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at the Price Hill Community Center, 959 Hawthorne Ave. Admission is $8; $6 members and ages 11 and under.

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The night is presented by Dynamic Wrestling Alliance. Call 578-2263 for information.

Cleaning your yard?

Don’t forget the Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program is from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, and Sunday, June 20 and 21, at Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road, Green Township. Materials accepted include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. Call 946-7755.

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Kevin Adkins, left, and Elias Lewis are two of the newest Eagle Scouts from Troop 909 at Our Lady of Victory.

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Delhi Township teens soar to Eagle status By Heidi Fallon hfallon@communitypress.com Three new Eagle Scouts have made little corners of their world a bit better. Kevin Adkins, Elias Lewis and Joe Schaefer recently earned the Boy Scout’s highest rank, taking the total of their Troop 909 to 34 Eagle Scouts. Adkins, 17, graduated from Oak Hills High School this year. He plans

on majoring in music education at Morehead State University in the fall. He put his musical talents to use for his Eagle project with a concert. Adkins enlisted three bands, one of which is his own Billdozers band, to play for canned food donations for the Our Lady of Victory food pantry. Lewis, 18, graduated from St. Xavier High School this year and is heading to the University of Cincinnati. His project included building 215

new and replacement pro-life crosses. Schaefer, a recent Elder High School graduate, built a privacy fence as part of a beautification project at Our Lady of Victory. The trio have been together throughout their scouting days, starting as Cub Scouts. They said it’s their friendships within the troop and their desire to make their township community a better place that kept them all involved.

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ART EXHIBITS

Alumni Excellence Exhibition, 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m., Studio San Giuseppe Art Gallery at the College of Mount St. Joseph, 5701 Delhi Road, Six to eight works of Mount alumni from each decade, 1960s through 2000s. Through July 31. 244-4314. Delhi Township.

BUSINESS MEETINGS

Business Network InternationalBridgetown, 8:30 a.m., Hillebrand Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 4320 Bridgetown Road, Third-floor conference room. Meets every Thursday. 941-6464. Bridgetown.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Cookie Mining, 2 p.m., Miami Township Branch Library, 8 N. Miami Ave., Ages 6-12. Learn about mining with chocolate chip cookies from Gwen Roth of the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. Miami Township.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Everybody’s Backyard Picnic Concert, 6-8:30 p.m., Rapid Run Park, 4450 Rapid Run Road, Free hot dogs while they last, concessions, Ms. Jaz performs R&B music, magician, nature program, clowns, police K9 unit and more. Picnics encouraged. Presented by Cincinnati Park Board. 352-4080. West Price Hill. F R I D A Y, J U N E 1 9

ART EXHIBITS

Alumni Excellence Exhibition, 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m., Studio San Giuseppe Art Gallery at the College of Mount St. Joseph, 2444314. Delhi Township.

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RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

Friday Night @ The Movies, 7-10 p.m., Whitewater Crossing Christian Church, 5771 Ohio 128, Featuring “The Rookie.” Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free popcorn and soft drinks. Rain moves film inside. Free. 661-5811. Cleves. S A T U R D A Y, J U N E 2 0

CIVIC

Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road, Materials include leaves, grass clippings, brush, garden waste, tree trunks and prunings from trees or shrubs. Free. Presented by Hamilton County Environmental Services. 946-7755. Green Township.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 2-5 p.m., Bridgetown Finer Meats Wine Shop, 574-3900. Green Township.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Open House, Noon-3 p.m., Glenway Animal Hospital, 6272 Glenway Avenue, Children’s activities, pet information, door prizes, raffles and refreshments. Meet the staff and have questions answered. Free. 662-0224. Westwood.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Wine Tasting, 4-7 p.m., Bridgetown Finer Meats Wine Shop, 6139 Bridgetown Road, $10. 574-3900. Green Township.

HOLIDAY - FATHER’S DAY

Father’s Day Celebration, 3-7:30 p.m., Henke Winery, 3077 Harrison Ave., Dinner available with free dessert for fathers. Dari Hudson performs solo guitar music 7-10 p.m. Reservations requested. Reservations required for groups of four or more. 6629463. Westwood.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Fine Line, 6-9 p.m., Black Sheep Bar & Grill, 3807 North Bend Road, Rock trio. 4816300. Cheviot.

MUSIC - ROCK

Yardwaste Recycling Drop-off Program, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Kuliga Park, 946-7755. Green Township.

HISTORIC SITES

German Heritage Museum, 1-5 p.m., German Heritage Museum, 4790 West Fork Road, Two-story 1830 log house furnished with German immigrant memorabilia. Free, donations accepted. Presented by GermanAmerican Citizens League of Greater Cincinnati. 574-1741. Monfort Heights.

MUSIC - ACOUSTIC

Bob Cushing, 7-11 p.m., Babe’s Café, 3389 Glenmore Ave., 661-0831. Westwood.

SENIOR CITIZENS

Senior Brunch, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stamp and Scrap Clubhouse, 389-0826. Green Township.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Queen Victoria program, 1896 Mansion Tour and Annual Meeting, 2-4 p.m., Judson Village Retirement Community, 2373 Harrison Ave., Includes program by author Walter L. Arnstein on “Queen Victoria and Her Children: The Cult of Domesticity,” tour of Oskamp family’s colonial revival mansion and refreshments. $15, $10 member. Registration required by June 17. 829-3483. Westwood.

ART EXHIBITS

HOLIDAY FATHER’S DAY

Alumni Excellence Exhibition, 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m., Studio San Giuseppe Art Gallery at the College of Mount St. Joseph, 2444314. Delhi Township.

DANCE CLASSES

MUSIC - OLDIES

Richie and the Students, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Jim & Jack’s on the River, 3456 River Road, 251-7977. Riverside.

Line Dance Class, 1-2 p.m., Dunham Recreation Complex, 4356 Dunham Lane, Line dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 321-6776. West Price Hill.

MUSIC - ROCK

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Father’s Day Celebration, 5 p.m., Henke Winery, 662-9463. Westwood.

Bad Habit, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Knotty Pine, 7413900. White Oak. DV8, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Drew’s on the River, 451-1157. Riverside.

NATURE

Turtles!, 11 a.m., Embshoff Woods, 4050 Paul Road, Rivermount Pavilion. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Delhi Township.

Bad Habit, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Knotty Pine, 6947 Cheviot Road, $3. 741-3900. White Oak. Cincy Rockers, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Jim & Jack’s on the River, 3456 River Road, 2517977. Riverside. DV8, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Drew’s on the River, 4333 River Road, Electronica club/dance. $3. 451-1157. Riverside.

SENIOR CITIZENS

NATURE

Dynamic Wrestling, 6-9 p.m., Price Hill Community Center, 959 Hawthorne Ave., “Old school” TV-style wrestling. $8, $6 members and ages 11 and under. 578-2263. Price Hill.

Nature’s Fireworks, 9 p.m., Mitchell Memorial Forest, 5401 Zion Road, Wood Duck Trail. Discussion of fireflies. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275. Cleves.

CIVIC

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Women’s Monthly Meet-Ups, 10 a.m.-noon, The Women’s Connection Learning Center, 4022 Glenway Ave., Connecting with others in the community while participating in educational and enrichment activities. 4714673, ext. 17. West Price Hill.

FOOD & DRINK

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Senior Brunch, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Stamp and Scrap Clubhouse, 5515 Bridgetown Road, Learn to stamp two handmade cards. Friends welcome. $5. Reservations required. 389-0826. Green Township.

SPORTS

Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Dillard’s - Western Hills, 6290 Glenway Ave., Covered by insurance plans. For uninsured or underinsured, financial assistance available. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Westwood. Humana Healthy Kids Zone, 3 p.m., Price Hill Branch Library, 3215 Warsaw Ave., Learn about health, nutrition and fitness. Includes visits with the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Discover Health! mobile health program, yoga programs for kids, African dance lessons and more. Includes snacks. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. East Price Hill.

HOME & GARDEN CLASSES

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

FILE PHOTO

The Hamilton County Park District will host two programs on turtles this Saturday, June 20. The events are 11 a.m. at Embshoff Woods’ Rivermount Pavilion, and 2 p.m. at the Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve’s Ellenwood Nature Barn. A vehicle permit is required to enter the parks. For more information, call 521-7275 or visit www.greatparks.org.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Basic Astrology, 6:30 p.m., Miami Township Branch Library, 8 N. Miami Ave., Ages 12 and older. Learn how planets, signs and houses interact. Advance registration required for birth chart. Registration required. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. Miami Township.

MUSIC - KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Open Mic Night, 9:30 p.m., Knotty Pine, 6947 Cheviot Road, 741-3900. White Oak.

SUMMER CAMP COMPUTERS

Google-y Eyes, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Mother of Mercy High School, 3036 Werk Road, Daily through June 25. Design virtual eco-resort destination using powerful Google tools. Girls grades 6-8. $460. Registration required. 661-2740. Westwood.

SUMMER CAMP MISCELLANEOUS

Laffalot Summer Camps, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Seton High School, 3901 Glenway Ave., Daily through June 26. A variety of sports, games and activities for campers. All boy and all girl format. Bring lunch and water bottle. Ages 612. $100. Registration required. Presented by Laffalot Summer Camps. 313-2076. West Price Hill.

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ART EXHIBITS

Alumni Excellence Exhibition, 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m., Studio San Giuseppe Art Gallery at the College of Mount St. Joseph, 2444314. Delhi Township.

DANCE CLASSES

Line Dance Class, 10-11 a.m., Dunham Recreation Complex, 4356 Dunham Lane, Line dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 321-6776. West Price Hill.

EDUCATION

Imago Summer Nature Camp, 9-11:30 a.m. (Ages 3-5. $50, $45 members) and 9 a.m.2:30 p.m. (Ages 6-10. $85, $75 members), Imago Earth Center, Theme is Creepy Crawlies, all about insects, spiders and worms. Daily through June 26. 921-5124. East Price Hill.

SUMMER CAMP SPORTS

ART & CRAFT CLASSES

Friends of Christ Card-Making, 1-3 p.m., Stamp and Scrap Clubhouse, 5515 Bridgetown Road, Non-denominational group to make cards and gift items for residents of Bridgetown nursing home. Free. 503-1042. Green Township.

DANCE CLASSES

Basic Square Dance, 10 a.m., Dunham Recreation Complex, 4356 Dunham Lane, With Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 3216776. West Price Hill.

Self-Defense Training Session, 7-9 p.m., La Salle High School, 3091 North Bend Road. With Debbie Gardner of the Survive Institute. $5. Monfort Heights.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Ashtanga Yoga, 5:45 p.m., Miami Heights Elementary, 7670 Bridgetown Road, Caféteria. Dress comfortably, bring yoga mat. All levels. $8. Registration required. Presented by Three Rivers Community Education. 6752725. Miami Heights. Beginners Ashtanga Yoga, 7:15 p.m., Miami Heights Elementary, 7670 Bridgetown Road, Learn proper alignment, breathing and focus of gaze. Dress comfortably. Bring yoga mat. $8. Presented by Three Rivers Community Education. 675-2725. Miami Township.

FARMERS MARKET

SUMMER CAMP NATURE

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Sayler Park Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., Sayler Park, Parkland Avenue and Monitor Street, Local produce, plants and herbs, bread, ice cream, sweets and baked goods. Presented by Sayler Park Village Council. 675-0496. Sayler Park.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Humana Healthy Kids Zone, 2 p.m., Westwood Branch Library, 3345 Epworth Ave., Learn about health, nutrition and fitness. Includes visits with the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Discover Health! mobile health program, yoga programs for kids, African dance lessons and more. Includes snacks. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. Westwood.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Yoga, 7:10 p.m., Dunham Recreation Complex, 4356 Dunham Lane, Tender yoga plus meditation. $10. 471-7653. West Price Hill.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Humana Healthy Kids Zone, 10:30 a.m., Covedale Branch Library, 4980 Glenway Ave., Learn about health, nutrition and fitness. Includes visits with the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Discover Health! mobile health program, yoga programs for kids, African dance lessons and more. Includes snacks. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. West Price Hill.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Creature Feature, 4 p.m., Miami Township Branch Library, 8 N. Miami Ave., Ages 1218. Watch movie and play Name That Monster. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-6900. Miami Township.

Soccer Camp, 9 a.m.-noon, Dater Montessori School, 2840 Boudinot Ave., Daily through June 26. Boys and girls ages 5-17. $85. Registration required. Presented by Ohio South Youth Soccer Association. 576-9555. West Price Hill. Junior Golf Camp, 9-10:30 a.m., Neumann Golf Course, 7215 Bridgetown Road, Daily through June 25. Daily skills instruction. Ages 7-13. Ages 4-6 with parental supervision. Shotgun scramble pizza party at Dunham Golf Course on Guerley Road. $45. Registration required. 574-1320. Bridgetown. Basketball Day Camp, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., College of Mount St. Joseph, 5701 Delhi Road, Concludes June 25. Boys and girls, ages 7-14. $150. Registration required. 244-4929. Delhi Township. Youth Soccer Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. (Half day), Gamble-Nippert YMCA, 3159 Montana Ave., Daily through June 26. Develop skills and learn value of sportsmanship and team work. Half-day participants do not swim. Ages 6-12. $164, $124 members; half day: $75, $65 members. Registration required. 661-1105. Westwood.

SUMMER CAMP YMCA

PROVIDED The Mormon Tabernacle Choir, pictured, joins the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra to kick off the orchestra’s 25th anniversary summer season at Riverbend Music Center at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 18. Also appearing with the orchestra will be former astronaut Neil Armstrong as a narrator and Cincinnati Bengal Ben Utecht as a vocalist. For tickets, call 513-381-3300 or visit www.cincinnatipops.org.

Gamble-Nippert YMCA Traditional Day Camp: Bug Bunch, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Gamble-Nippert YMCA, 3159 Montana Ave., Daily through June 26. Arts and crafts, swimming, weekly themed activities, field trips and more. Ages 6-12 (age 5 if kindergarten grad). Pre-camps open 6:30 a.m.; postcamps close 6 p.m. $139, $109 members; $10 each weekly pre- or post-camps. Registration required. 661-1105. Westwood.

PROVIDED Catch the last few days of the Krohn Conservatory’s international butterfly show “Flowers with Wings – Butterflies and Culture of India,” open through Sunday, June 21. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Cost is $6; $5, seniors; and $4, children, 5-17; free, 4 and under. Visit www.butterflyshow.com.

Life

June 17, 2009

Delhi-Price Hill Press

Ever wonder how normal you are? “Why can’t you just be normal?” “Why aren’t you like the other (husbands/wives/kids/ whomever)?” Hearing that can make our self-respect hit the skids. For if we are not deemed normal, doesn’t that mean we are considered as abnormal, weird, odd, or peculiar in front of the rest of the world? Analyst Dr. Lawrence Jaffe notes that “Patient after patient speaks to me of the frustration in not being able to be ‘normal.’ What a relief to realize that normality is a statistical concept with no empirical validity … This is no such thing as being normal. But what a long road it is that leads finally to that realization.” Normality is an abstraction derived from the study of statis-

tics. It doesn’t exist in reality. Science may say the average or “normal” stone in a certain riverbed is 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. Yet, a search may never find a stone exactly that size in the stream (what a relief to the rest of the stones!) Stones don’t try to conform themselves to some desirable proportion. But humans do. We forget we are unprecedented. Isaac Singer writes, “Every human character occurs only once in the whole history of human beings.” Such uniqueness makes it impossible to say who’s normal. Government, science and religion have their own “normal” molds. The government mold says

we’re fairly normal if we pay our taxes and obey federal regulations; science considers us normal when we match their statistics and research; religion tends to see normality as being asexual, unquestioning and docile. Seldom do we hear the encouraging words of St. Francis de Sales: “Be yourself! But be your best self!” “The scientist is always looking for an average,” wrote Carl Jung, “yet the truth is that the carriers of life are individuals, not average numbers. When everything is statistical, all individual qualities are wiped out … If you wipe out the mythology of a man and his entire historical sequence, he becomes a statistical average, a number; that is, he becomes nothing.” Individuation (not individual-

ism) means becoming what we have in us to become. God does not create us and then wonder, “Why did I do that?” We are created as a divine idea with a purpose and a destination. There would be no individuation if there were not roadblocks, detours, and personal efforts – just as there would be no path if there was no wilderness around it that was hewn out by our steps. The singularity of each of our paths is part of what makes finding and staying on it so difficult. Nothing is as important as carrying our own cross, said Jesus Christ. Jaffe wrote, “That means the same as finding and following the path of individuation which has been prepared for you from eternity. This is the most difficult path

but paradoxically also the easiest because it is the only one that will allow you to die with the knowledge that you lived your life through and through.”

Father Lou Guntzelman Perspectives

Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@communitypress.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.

New video cameras save money, space on vacation If you’re like me, you love to take videos during family vacations – I’ve been doing it for years. But if you haven’t checked lately you will be shocked at how small the cameras have become – and much less expensive, too. At first home pictures consisted of black and white stills and movies. That soon gave way to color photos and movies – then videotape. The first video camera I owned was quite large and required a separate video recorder that I carried over my shoulder. When technology

changed, I bought a s m a l l , excellent, v i d e o camera with the tape inside the unit. Howard Ain T h e Hey Howard! size was so small I could hold it in one hand. It cost more than $1,800, but the video was so good I took it on a trip to China and came back with great pictures. I thought video couldn’t get much better – but I was wrong.

I recently got a Flip Video HD camera and was shocked at the brilliant, colorful pictures it took – in high definition. My experience with that camera prompted me to buy the Flip Ultra HD camera, which can hold up to two hours of video, instead of one hour, before the pictures have to be downloaded. It comes with a rechargeable battery that can be replaced with two AA batteries should you run out of power and need to keep shooting. I took that camera on a recent trip to Hawaii and was simply amazed at the

pictures I got. At one point, I ran out of power while on a road trip and couldn’t stop to recharge the battery. That’s when the ability to use two AA batteries came in very handy – it allowed me to continue taking pictures when I wouldn’t have been able to do so otherwise. I have since downloaded the video to my computer and looked at the pictures side-by-side with video I had previously taken with my other camera. Even though the older pictures were good, these new pictures were far superior and were taken with a

camera so small I can put it in my pocket – and often did while on my trip. One other thing, the new Flip camera cost just a fraction of what I paid for that state-of-the art camera years ago. The Flip Ultra HD cost me less than $200. Other companies make similar small cameras – like Kodak, whose camera uses memory cards that you can change when they become full. Replaceable cards are an advantage because it means there’s no need to stop and download your videos should your camera’s stor-

age fill up. Bottom line, if you love to take pictures of your family check out the new pocket-sized high definition video cameras. They don’t have all the bells and whistles you’ll find on larger more expensive cameras, but the trade-off in size and price makes them well worth considering. Troubleshooter Howard Ain answers consumer complaints and questions weekdays at 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. newscasts on WKRC-TV Local 12. You can write to him at Hey Howard, 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.

I’m swamped at work. My projects can’t sit for two months. And what about my family? Who’s going to take care of them? They are my responsibility. I can’t ask them to drop everything to help me.

Who has time for heart surgery? But my doctor explained robotic-assisted surgery. It’s highly effective and minimally invasive. And surgeons at Good Samaritan Hospital are robotic experts, teaching doctors from The Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins. All of this is a major comfort to me and my family. Because while recovery usually takes weeks, with robotics, I’ll be back in days.

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Let sunlight cook next batch of preserves Cook sugar, water and lemon juice until boiling and cook until sugar dissolves. Put berries in, lower to simmer and cook just until they start to lose their color and shrink a bit. Pour into sprayed shallow baking pan (I use cookie sheets with sides) in single layers. Set in sun for three to four days. When berries are plump and turn darker red and syrup has jelled, pack into jars without reheating. Store in refrigerator up to a month or in freezer up to six months. If it rains, bring inside. If insects are a problem, cover with cheesecloth.

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Chef Scott Riehle’s Apple Blue Cheese Canapés: Scott is a young, immensely creative chef at St. Francis Friary on Vine Street in Cincinnati. I visited the friary recently. It has beautiful, serene walled gardens where the friars sometimes take their

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Rita’s grandsons Will, (left) Luke and Jack Heikenfeld help pick berries at A&M. 4 oz. crumbled blue meals. Scott cooks for 11 resident friars plus unex- cheese 1 small red onion, sliced pected guests from around thin the world. 5 strips cooked, crumScott told me, “Some like meat and potatoes, some bled bacon 5 Provolone cheese are more sophisticated since they were missionaries in slices, quartered 20 slices, 1⁄4-inch, French far-flung places. “This is one of my baguette favorite appetizers to make for guests. Omit the bacon Preheat oven to 375 and it becomes a wonderful degrees. Spray baking sheet vegetarian option.” with cooking spray. Place The friary is lucky to provolone on bread. Finish have this west-side chef, topping with remaining who’s cooking philosophy ingredients. is: “If you’re not having Bake 10 to 12 minutes fun, you’re doing it wrong!” until cheese melts and bread is slightly toasted. Serve 1 Granny Smith apple warm. (Peeled, cored, cut into thin slices)

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To another guru in our backyard: Gert Buchheim. You may remember Jay and his dad, Gert, when they owned Maya’s restaurant in Blue Ash. Well Gert, a trained pastry chef, is still baking five days a week for Golf Manor Synagogue. He makes kosher pastries, which are dairy-free, along with heirloom cakes and confections. Gert is an octogenarian. “I like being busy and making people happy,” he said.

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Here’s your chance to get your 2 cents in. Tom Thie,

owner of Virginia Bakery, and author Cynthia Beischel are writing a book about this Cincinnati icon. To share your memories and be considered for an interview, e-mail VirginiaBakeryRemembered@gmai l.com or write to PO Box 46844, Cincinnati, OH 45246-0844. Whether or not your story is included, you will be acknowledged in the book.

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Be patient! I know I’m overdue, but don’t have room to include the readers’ requests. They’ll be published soon. Thanks for being patient! Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.

Medicine may be our livelihood but people are our passion. You can feel it the minute you walk through our doors. See it in the eyes of our staff. Staff members such as Dr. Kahn, whose life work at The Spine Institute revolves around seeing his patients like Michael Waters walk again. Talk again. Live again. Sure, we’re practicing advanced, award-winning medicine. Nationally-ranked medicine, in fact. But we have bigger things in mind. Like helping a young man get back to walking. And living.

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What a fun day. Jalean and Jessie, my daughtersi n - l a w, and their kids went with me to Rita A & M Heikenfeld Farms in Rita’s kitchen B r o w n County to pick strawberries. The aroma that hit us when we got out of our cars was berry heaven! Those folks are so family-oriented. The little ones got to help pick and some ate more than they put in their trays. I’m glad the kids weren’t weighed before and after. The berries were ripe and so delicious. The best part was going back to my house where we made 50 jars of jams and sauces. And we got it all done by mid-afternoon. We’ll serve the jam for Father’s Day breakfast. One of my fond memories is seeing my dad, Charlie Nader’s, smile when I’d bring him a jar of sun-cooked strawberry preserves for Father’s Day.

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BRIEFLY String players needed

The Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra seeks string players of all types to add to its membership. Beginning its 15th season, the home of the orchestra is the Seton Performance Hall in Seton High School, 3901 Glenway Ave. Rehearsals are 7:30-9:30 p.m. every Tuesday. The orchestra performs a wide variety of music, including classical concerts as well as summer “pops” concerts. In addition to concerts in the Performance Hall, the orchestra has performed in New York City’s Central Park, Walk Performance Hall in Jackson Hole, Wyo. and various indoor and outdoor venues in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Check out the orchestra’s Web site at www.gocmo.org for further information about the group, or call the hotline at 941-8956. Auditions for string players will take place from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: June 16, June 23 and June 30.

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Juniors interested in being appointed to the Air Force, Army, Naval, or Merchant Marine Academy may request an application through Sen. Sherrod Brown’s Web site at http://brown.senate.gov. Applications may be submitted between Aug. 1 and Oct. 1.

House and Senate conference committee. She is also vice chair of the economic development committee and serves on the education committee and housing & urban development committee. The town hall meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at Keller’s Cheviot Cafe, 3737 Glenmore Ave.

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Glenway Animal Hospital, 6272 Glenway Ave., will host an open house and pet expo from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday. June 20. Guests can meet staff members, ask questions and mingle with hospital clients and other pet lovers. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 662-0224 or visit www.glenwayanimalhospital.com.

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The flower pot in front of the Radel Funeral Home was the clue from last week’s Scavenger Hunt. Here are the correct guessers: M a r i l y n L e u e n b e r g e r, J u d y Kidd, Keith Reis and Pat Shields. Turn to A1 for this week’s clue. Last week’s clue.

NAMI offers class

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Hamilton County will have a 12-week Family To Family class in Price Hill from 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays, June 29, through Sept. 14, at Price Hill Recreation Center, 959 Hawthorne Ave. This course for family members (at no cost) with a loved one who has a mental illness (brain disorder). Trained NAMI volunteer family members cover major mental illnesses, such as major depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, obses-

sive compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorder, as well as sometimes co-occurring substance abuse. Learn about signs and symptoms, medications and treatment, and the biology and chemistry of the brain. Participate in interactive workshops problem solving, communication, and crisis management, as well as classes on empathy, self care, advocacy, and recovery. For information, call 513351-3500.

Town hall meeting

State Rep. Denise Driehaus (D-31st District) will discuss Ohio’s comprehensive education reform plan, foreclosure legislation and other issues affecting constituents of the west side in a town hall meeting June 18. Driehaus sits on the House finance and appropriations committee, which crafted and introduced the House’s version of Ohio’s operating budget. The budget will soon be considered in the Ohio

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Pictured are Grace Scheckel, Nancy Fear, Lukas Demeter, Pierce Amrhein, Alex Limoco and Gabriel Spiegel.

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Members of Western Hills Area Moms and their children recently the Floral Paradise Gardens in Delhi Township. Pictured are William Decker, Lukas Demeter, Jonathan Scheckel, Ava Limoco, Chase Amrhein, Pierce Amrhein, Aiden Limoco and Grace Scheckel. ALL PHOTOS PROVIDED. SEND PHOTOS TO: MEMRAL@COMMUNITYPRESS.COM.

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Westsider Chloe Casey is first graduate of autism program Chloe Casey arrived for her first day of class strapped in an ambulance to keep her from attacking the driver and banging her head into the walls. On May 21 this year, Chloe wore a cap and gown and walked calmly to center stage at Stepping Stones Center, where she received a certificate of completion in Greater Cincinnati’s only alternative education program for students with severe autism and intense behavior challenges who have exhausted options in the public school system. Her walk was accompanied by the applause and cheers of fellow students, parents and staff members at Stepping Stones Center where the unique program for children with autism started in 2004. The program is called Step-Up and serves 17 students from 11 school districts. It was started with one student – Chloe Casey – who had no alternatives. Her wrists were raw from biting herself. She had a history of hitting and biting teachers and destroying schoolrooms in a frenzy of frustration and fear that can attend the sensory challenges of autism. Light, noise, the proximity of other people, all can be overwhelming for a child with autism. “She was having such a hard time in public school,” said Chloe’s mother, Jennifer Casey of Western Hills. “She couldn’t cope with all the kids, too much stimulation. She couldn’t deal with loud noises and all the activity. Step-Up was a life-saver and a life-changer for Chloe,

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Chloe Casey and her mom and friends at Chloe’s completion ceremony at Stepping Stones Center. said Ms. Casey. She went from being strapped in an ambulance to riding a bus to school. She goes to lunch in restaurants with fellow students. She has replaced hitting with hugging. “She’s doing 100 percent better. She’s learning. She communicates better. She can deal with daily life situations that she could never deal with before,” her mother said. “There’s no quick fix. She still has times when she gets upset, but it’s nothing like it used to be. She’s happy now. She’s more in control.” Chloe’s wrists still show dark scars from where she used to bite herself. But she

often wears a bracelet of bright beads over the scars – beads she bought herself on a shopping excursion. “She does a lot of things now independently that she would not do before going to Stepping Stones,” said her mother. “I feel like I’m partners with her teachers at Stepping Stones. We relay ideas. We do the same things at home and at school. It’s made such a difference. She used to get upset every time she had to go to school. Now she wants to go to school. She loves Stepping Stones. I hope she can continue to go there forever.” The ceremony on Thursday was a completion rather

than a graduation. It marked the completion of 12 years of schooling, but it won’t be the end of Chloe’s Step-Up experience because children with disabilities can attend school until age 22. “These students are completing the 12th grade. They deserve to have a ceremony marking that milestone,” said Step-Up teacher Pam Schimweg. They will remain in the Step Up program but can start a transition into adult programs, if desired, based on their abilities and needs. Schimweg said she has seen her students trade frustration for control and fear for smiles. “Chloe was a little afraid

of the ceremony,” said Ms. Casey. “She knows when her sister wore her cap and gown, she didn’t go back to school. Chloe doesn’t want to leave Stepping Stones.”. But she is an 18-year-old girl who wants to do what 18-year-olds do. “She knows the other kids graduate. She went to her sister’s graduation last

year. I’m sure she’s wondering why she’s different.” Chloe’s sister, Raven’s picture in her cap and gown is on mom’s wall at home. Now Chloe’s picture will be beside it. Her completion ceremony marks a milestone in the Step-Up program, too. Chloe was the first student in the pilot program that started in 2004. The program grew to 4 students by 2007, doubled to 8 in 2008 and to 16 in 2009. As of last week, the program had 17 students from 11 school districts, with more anticipating enrollment as soon as space becomes available. Stepping Stones is working on an expansion plan that will add classrooms and teaching staff as soon as funding becomes available. The goal is to serve 24 students by the end of next year.

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band Donald “Danny” Dannemiller, son Scott Dannemiller, siblings Frank Kersting, Helen Ewald. Services were June 11 at St. Antoninus. Dannemiller Arrangements by Meyer Funeral Home. Memorials to: Scott Dannemiller Scholarship Fund, Elder High School, 3900 Vin-

cent Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45205 or St. Antoninus Endowment Fund, 1500 Linneman Road, Cincinnati, OH 45238.

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Pamela K. Foss, 62, Price Hill, died June 7. He was a social worker for Price Hill Health Center. Survived by sisters Linda Ramsey, Carol Reid, Sara Gray; nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews. Services were June 11 at B.J. Meyer Sons Funeral Home. Memorials to: City Gospel Mission, 1419

Frances Heskett Grimme, 82, Delhi Township, died June 10. She worked for H&R Block. Survived by sons William, John Grimme; grandchildren Max, Logan,

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Alex Grimme, Eric, Jena Ward. Preceded in death by husband Carl Grimme. Arrangements by NeidhardMinges Funeral Home. Memorials to the Hospice of Cincinnati.

Michael Urti

Michael Louis Urti, 64, Delhi Township, died June 10 at Mercy Hospital-Western Hills. He worked in sales for Costco Wholesale. Survived by wife Teresa Urti; children Christopher, Jennifer, Jason Urti; grandson Ryan Urti; sister Cherie Derby; aunt Joann Mitchell;

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John Carusone Jr., 24, 4962 Schroer Ave., driving under suspension at 400 block of Greenwell Avenue, June 5. Joseph Johnson, 30, 4373 Delhi Road, disorderly conduct at 4300 block of Delhi Road, June 5. Billy Johnson, 34, 4769 Hardwick Drive, driving under suspension at 4400 block of Delhi Road, June 2. Virgil Bull, 28, 447 Greenwell Ave., disorderly conduct at 447 Greenwell Ave., June 9. Phillip Sexton, 48, 594 Rosemont Ave., drug possession at 500 block of Rosemont Ave., June 4.

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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: • Delhi Township: Chief Jim Howarth, 922-0060. • Cincinnati District 3: Captain Kim Frey, 263-8300. vehicle at 5243 Whitmore Drive, June 3.

About real estate transfers Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate. E. Chiles; $86,500. 4339 St. Lawrence Ave.: Neal, Charles D. and Angela M. Raybourne to Wells Fargo Bank NA; $44,000. 5014 West High St.: Fannie Mae to MMM Properties LLC; $34,000. 940 Rosemont Ave.: Indian Luxury Homes Inc. and Coach’s Corner Enterprises Inc. to Waheed, Tariq; $17,351.

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“He who obeys with modesty will be worthy some day of being allowed to command.” – Plato We know that at times it is hard for all of us to confront the necessity of obedience and accept it. Obedience is not a popular word in our society. It is a very important word, nonetheless. We have to submit to some sort of obedience in every act and thought of our lives. We may not like this; we may rebel; but the fact remains that as we go through life, we are constantly being called up to obey. We must obey trafﬁc lights and rules…We must pay government taxes…We have to be on time regarding working hours… Obedience is the ﬁrst step in the direction of self-control, and selfcontrol lies at the basis of moral character. We know that a good home is a home where obedience is required and accepted in good spirit. Granted, children may not want to obey! Did we not feel the same way when we were children? Yet, should we not remember that there is no moral character without self-control and no selfcontrol without the willingness to obey? Obedience… Popular or not…It is really quite a word! Marilyn Holt

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UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST St. Peter & St. Paul United Church of Christ 3001 Queen City Ave. 661-3745 Rev. Martin Westermeyer, Pastor Bible Studies: 9:00a.m. Sunday Worship & Church School: 10:00a.m. Dial-A-Devotion 662-6611 www.stpeterandstpaulucc.org

receive training, invitations to special events and a monthly newsletter, among other benefits. There are numerous volunteer opportunities now available, including: “Ask Me” Station Program, Slide Presenters Program, Tour Guide Program, Animal Handlers Program, CREW Education Program. Each area has its own schedule and requirements. Certified training is also required. Must be 18 or older and have a high school degree or GED diploma. For more information, call the zoo’s education department at 559-7752, or e-mail volunteereducator@cincinnatizoo.o rg, or visit www.cincinnatizoo.org. Grailville – needs volunteers for the garden in Loveland. Volunteer days are 9 a.m.-noon selected Saturdays through November. For a complete list visit www.grailville.org or call 6832340. Volunteers will work in the kitchen and herb gardens. No experience is needed, volunteers may participate once or for the entire season. Volunteers should bring gloves, water bottle, sunscreen, hat, footwear that can get dirty and a snack if desired. Tools are provided. Granny’s Garden School – needs help in the garden. Granny’s is growing produce for needy families in the area, with support from the Greenfield Plant Farm. Greenfield Plant Farm donated their surplus tomato and green pepper plants to the Granny’s Garden School program. Granny is seeking help with maintaining the gardens, planting and harvesting more produce. Granny’s is at Loveland Primary School, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. Call 324-2873 or e-mail schoolgarden@fuse.net, or visit www.grannysgardenschool.com. GRRAND – Golden Retriever Rescue and Adoption of Needy Dogs takes in needy displaced, abandoned or unclaimed stray golden retrievers and places them in volunteer foster homes until adoptive families are found. Call 1-866-981-2251 and leave your name and phone. Visit www.ggrand.org. e-mail www.cincygrrand@yahoo.com. League For Animal Welfare – A no-kill shelter, needs volunteers 16 and older to help socialize cats and 18 and older to socialize and walk dogs. Other opportunities available. Call 735-2299, ext. 3. Save the Animals Foundation – Needs people 18 and older to staff

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES From page B8 its shelter for homeless cats and dogs. Call 378-0300 for cats and 588-6609 for dogs. Tri State County Animal Response Team (CART) – Is at 11216 Gideon Lane in Sycamore Township. Meetings are open to the public. Visit www.tristatecart.com for monthly subjects or more information. Call 702-8373.

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Cincinnati Reads – a volunteer tutoring program working with K-4 students in Cincinnati Public Schools. Volunteers receive free training to work one-on-one with children who are struggling to read. Call 621-7323 or E-mail Jayne Martin Dressing, jdressing@lngc.org. Clermont 20/20 – and its college access program, Clermont Educational Opportunities, offer a mentoring program that matches adults to work with a group of high school students from local high schools. Volunteers are needed to become mentors to help students stay in school and prepare to graduate with a plan for their next step. Call Terri Rechtin at 753-9222 or 673-3334 (cell) or E-mail mentor@clermont2020.org for more information. Granny’s Garden School – Volunteers needed from 1-3 p.m. Wednesdays to work on behind-thescenes projects. Volunteers also needed to help with developing Web pages. Call 489-7099; Granny’s Hands-on Gardening Club is looking for new gardeners, to work with garden manager Suellyn Shupe. Experienced gardeners, come to share your expertise and enjoy the company of other gardeners while supporting the Granny’s Garden School program times: 1:30-4 p.m. Mondays; 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The school is located at the Loveland Primary and Elementary, 550 Loveland-Madeira Road. E-mail schoolgarden@fuse.net or visit www.grannysgardenschool.com. Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development – Volunteers are needed for Adult Basic and Literacy Education classes and English to Speakers of Other Language classes.There are numerous sites and times available for volunteering. Call 612-5830. Inktank – Group looking for volunteers to help children and adults improve their skills in writing-based initiatives across the city. Call 542-0195. Raymond Walters College – Needs volunteers to serve as tutors to skills enhancement students. The class meets from 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays and from 5-8 p.m. Thursdays. Call 745-5691. The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati’s Black Achievers Program that inspires and encourages teens of color toward paths of success is looking for caring professionals who want to make a difference, and for young people who can benefit from positive adult role models. Part of a national YMCA initiative, the local program incorporates mentoring, career exploration and college readiness; and helps students develop a positive sense of self, build character, explore diverse college and career options. Volunteers, many of whom are sponsored by area companies, share their own personal insight and encouragement. Contact Program Director Darlene Murphy at the Melrose YMCA, 961-3510 or visit www.myy.org. YMCA – The Ralph J. Stolle Countryside YMCA is looking for volunteer trail guides for school groups. Call 932-1424 or e-mail melittasmi@ countrysideymca.org.

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Business Volunteers for the Arts – BVA is accepting applications from business professionals with at least three years experience, inter-

ested in volunteering their skills within the arts community. Projects average six to eight months in length and can range from marketing or accounting to Web design or planning special events. A one-day training program is provided to all accepted applicants. Call 871-2787. Center for Independent Living Options – Seeking volunteers to staff Art Beyond Boundaries, gallery for artists with disabilities. Volunteers needed noon to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. Call 241-2600. Cincinnati Museum Center – Needs volunteers to work in all three museums, the Cincinnati History Museum, the Museum of Natural History and Science and the Cinergy Children’s Museum, and special exhibits. Call 287-7025.

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American Diabetes Association – Seeks volunteers in its area office located downtown for clerical support, filling requests for educational materials from phone requests, data entry, special events support and coordinating the Health Fair. Call 759-9330. American Heart Association – Volunteers needed to assist with the American Heart Association’s cause campaigns, Power to End Stroke, Go Red For Women, Start!, and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. Assignments include clerical work, event specific duties and community outreach. Contact the American Heart Association at 281-4048 or e-mail ray.meyer@heart.org. Bethesda North Hospital – Seeks volunteer musicians for music therapy, featuring soothing music. Call 871-0783 or e-mail bnxmusic@ fuse.net. Also openings for volunteers in various areas. Call 745-

1164. Captain Kidney Educational Program – Needs volunteers one or more mornings or afternoons a month during the school year to educate children in first through sixth grades about kidney function and disease. Training provided. Call 961-8105. Clermont Recovery Center – Needs volunteers to fill positions on the board of trustees. Clermont County residents interested in the problem of alcohol or drug abuse, especially persons in long-term recovery and their family members, are encouraged to apply. Contact Barbara Adams Marin, CQI manager and communications coordinator, at 735-8123 or, Kim King, administrative assistant at 735-8144. Crossroads Hospice – Seeking volunteers to assist terminally ill patients and their families. Call 793-5070. Evercare Hospice and Palliative Care – is seeking volunteers in all Greater Cincinnati communities. Evercare provides care for those facing end-of-life issues and personal support to their families. Volunteers needed to visit with patients and/or assist in administrative and clerical tasks. Volunteers may provide care wherever a patient resides, whether in a private home or nursing facility. Call 1-888-866-8286 or 682-4055. Heartland Hospice – Seeking people with an interest in serving terminally ill clients and their families. Volunteers are needed for special projects such as crochet, knitting, making cards, and lap robes, as well as to make visits to patients. Training provided to fit your schedule. Call Jacqueline at 731-6100, and Shauntay 831-5800. Hospice of Southwest Ohio – Seeks volunteers to help in providing hospice services, Call 770-0820, ext. 111 or e-mail

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From left, Jeanne Schroer of Park Hills, Marijane Klug of Delhi, Barbara Dundee of Newport and Celina Gronau of Maineville enjoy the great weather and beautiful Kenwood Country Club while supporting people with cancer at the 10th annual PNC Bank Lynn Stern Memorial Ladies' Golf and Tennis Classic April 27. More than $70,000 was raised for The Wellness Community's free support programs for people affected by cancer. For more information about TWC’s free programs, call 513-791-4060. ajones@hswo.org. Hoxworth Blood Center – Hoxworth is recruiting people to help during community blood drives and blood donation centers in the area. Positions include: Blood drive hosts, greeters, blood donor recruiters and couriers. Call Helen Williams at 558-1292 or helen.williams@uc.edu. The Jewish Hospital – 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Kenwood, needs adult volunteers to assist at the front window in the pharmacy and also to assist with clerical duties, sorting patient mail, etc. They also need volunteers to assist staff in the family lounge and information desk and a volunteer is also needed in the Cholesterol Center, 3200

LEGAL NOTICE Office of the Board of County Commission ers, Hamilton County, Ohio. Notice is hereby given that Delhi Township in conjunction with the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (OEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has applied for a Pre-disaster Mitigation Grant Program Project for the acquisition, demolition, and restoration of nine (9) properties along Rapid Run Road. The properties range from 5609 to 5637 Rapid Run Road (odd numbered addresses only), inclusively. The Board of County Commissioners of Hamilton County, Ohio, through the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSD), is assisting with the grant with matching funds in conjunction with the MSD Water-in-Basement Prevention Program (WIBPP).

Burnet Ave., to perform clerical duties. Shifts are available 9 a.m.7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Volunteers receive a free meal ticket for each day he or she volunteers four or more hours, plus free parking. Call 686-5330. The hospital also needs adult volunteers to assist MRI staff and technologists at the reception desk of the Imaging Department in the Medical Office Building, located across from the hospital at 4750 East Galbraith Road. Volunteers are also needed to assist staff in the family lounge and at the information desk in the main hospital. Shifts are available Monday through Friday. Call 686-5330. Mercy Hospital Anderson – Seeks vol-

unteers for the new patient services team, the Patient Partner Program. This team will provide volunteers with the opportunity to interact directly with the patients on a non-clinical level. Volunteers will receive special training in wheelchair safety, infection control, communication skills, etc. The volunteers will assist in the day-to-day non clinical functions of a nursing unit such as reading or praying with the patient; playing cards or watching TV with the patient; helping the patient select meals; running an errand; cutting the patient’s food. Call the Mercy Hospital Anderson Volunteer Department at 624-4676 to inquire about the Patient Partner Program.

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World Refugee Day celebrated in White Oak

The 2009 Delta Kings Show, “WBBS-TV Live in Cincinnati,” is an original musical comedy that involves the audience in the action. The show, written by Don Gaffney, is about a fictional television station on the verge of bankruptcy when it tries returning to the live variety programming of the early TV days à la Ruth Lyons and Paul Dixon. Because the station is so bad the audience is there as offenders serving their sentences and the “studio band” is the Delta Kings Chorus members who “hocked their instruments in Las Vegas” to come home. So the first number is “Jazz Song” sung a cappella and without words.

All music is sung by the chorus and quartets in the distinct, four-part harmony known as “barbershop”, an original American vocal art form. The audience is referred to as “sinners” in a parody of “When the Saints Go Marching In” and they are involved by several stage actions. There are 12 songs in the program plus two by a local high school quartet. The songs range from “Alexander’s Rag Time Band” to “You’ll Never Find Sin in Cincinnati.” The plot involves a number of comic characters, including two in drag, (it’s an all male group) and funpoking at real Cincinnati news makers and communities.

The show is presented at Crawford Auditorium, Deer Park High School, 8351 Plainfield Road June 19 and 20. Curtain is at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and 2 p.m. for Saturday matinee. Tickets are $15 for all performances and available at 888-796-8555 or www.deltakings.org where a link provides a video sampler of past comedies. The Delta Kings Chorus is the singing unit of the non-profit Cincinnati Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, the nation’s largest men’s singing organization with affiliated barbershop harmony groups throughout the world. Founded in 1944, it is one of the earliest chapters in the national society.

Mount grant will help pay for college costs The College of Mount St. Joseph has received a fouryear $100,000 grant from the Charles E. Schell Foundation for Education, Fifth Third Bank, Trustee, for interest-free educational assistance loans. The Charles E. Schell Fund at the Mount will assist current students, particularly juniors and seniors, with their out-of-pocket costs when all other

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“The purpose of the event being held by Catholic Charities is to honor the journey of refugees - their struggles, successes, and hopes - and to acknowledge the work Catholic Charities does for them,” said Huber. “We also want to honor the diversity and community that refugees bring to Cincinnati.” Donations will be accepted at the door to support the event; refugees and their families are admitted free of charge. All proceeds from the donations will be used for the Catholic Charities Refugee Resettlement Program that provides a variety of assistance to refugees to help them adjust to a new way of life right here in the Greater Cincinnati area.

Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio placed 181 refugees in the Greater Cincinnati area in 2008. “In the past because of work schedules, we haven’t always been able to have it on June 20,” said Rod Huber, director of Family Services and the Refugee Resettlement Program for Catholic Charities. “The UN designates June 20 as World Refugee Day, and we are hoping to have we as many of Cincinnati’s refugees attend this event as possible.” The event will emphasize the various cultural aspects and lifestyles of different refugee countries. A proclamation from Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory’s office will be read in recognition of the event.

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Western Hills residents and members of the Delta Kings Chorus have a break from rehearsing for the musical comedy “WBBS-TV Live in Cincinnati” to be presented at Deer Park High School, June 19 and 20. Left to right, are John McCarthy, Bill Rembold, “Doris Kay” (Dave Traut) John Frost and Roger Banta.

Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio is hosting its fifth annual World Refugee Day Celebration from 3-8 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at Christ Lutheran Church, 3301 Compton Road in White Oak. It is a day of expression of solidarity with countries from across the world that host refugees and was created by a special United Nations General Assembly Resolution unanimously adopted in 2000 designating June 20 every year as World Refugee Day. The event features ethnic foods, traditional games, dance, music, and information tables featuring countries from across the world that have refugees here in the Greater Cincinnati region.

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Farmer Frank shows a baby goat to Foster and Geraldine Carson, and Alfreda Saco. Looking on are residents Ethel Haenny, Margaret Schmidtgoessling, Mary Deckey and Martha Krumpelbeck, with aide Debbie Deger.

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Farmer Frank (Frank Traina) of Sunrock Farm recently visited residents of the Riverview Community, bring Sunrock’s traveling pettng farm along. Residents were able to pet, hold and bottle feed different animals from the farm. Farmer Frank is showing a rabbit to Kathryn Frost.

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LEELANAU VACATION RENTALS Over 120 condos, cottages and homes on Lake Michigan, Glen Lake and other inland lakes. Call 231-334-6100 or visit www.leelanau.com/vacation

ONEKAMA. Beautiful Lake Michigan home near Portage Point Inn. Sleeps 10. Fabulous golf. Pets allowed. Summer $3500/wk, off season rates reduced. 513-477-3874

NEW YORK

MANHATTAN--NYC HOTEL $129/2 persons. Singles $124. Suites $139-$159. Lincoln Ctr area, Hudson River views, 18 flrs, kitchenette, 5 mins to midtown, safe, quiet, luxury area. RIVERSIDE TOWER, Riverside & 80th St. Call 1-800-724-3136 or visit: www.riversidetowerhotel.com EMERALD ISLE. Ocean Front luxury vacation homes with community pool. Call for free brochure. 800-245-7746 Spinnaker’s Reach Realty www.SpinnakersReach.com

SOUTH CAROLINA HILTON HEAD ISLAND 1-7 Bedroom Vacation Homes & Villas. Free color brochure. Call 1-866-386-6644 or visit www.seaturtlegetaways.com

SIESTA KEY. Gulf front condo, beach view.frrom balcony. Bright & airy, nicely appointed, all amenities. Cinci owner. 232-4854. Available weekly from July 4

HILTON HEAD. Beautiful 1 BR, 1 BA condo on beach nr Coligny. Sleeps 6. Many amenities, discounted rates! June-Aug $750/wk; Sept, Oct $550/wk, if booked by 6/20. Also, Marriott’s Grande Ocean timeshare wk of 7/26. 513-829-5099 Visit www.hhisland.info and plan a getaway with Seashore Vacations.

NORTH CAROLINA

EAST COAST, NEW SMYRNA BEACH Luxurious oceanfront condos & vacation homes. Closest & best beach to Dinsey. Ocean Properties Vacation Rentals 800-728-0513 www.oceanprops.com

DESTIN. New, nicely furnished 2 br, 2 ba condo. Gorgeous Gulf view. Pools, golf course. Discount Summer & Fall rates. Book now. 513-561-4683 Visit arieldunes.us or twcondo.us

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FLORIDA Beautiful Seagrove Beach Rent and Relax. Near Destin, between famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach. Cozy Cottages to Gulf Front Condos. Web Specials or call 1-800-537-5387 www.garrettbeachrentals.com

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HILTON HEAD’S Best Family Vacation Destination . Oceanfront 1, 2 & 3 bdrm villas. Discounted golf, complimentary tennis & health club. 800-845-9500 www.vthhi.com

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TENNESSEE A Beautiful Cabin Getaway Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge.Hot tub, jacuzzi, fireplace, gas grill. $85/nt, 5 nt special $375. 800-793-8699. smokymtncrossrdrentals.com CHALET VILLAGE www.chaletvillage.com Cozy cabins to luxurious chalets Fully furnished, hot tubs, pool tables. Check SPECIALS, availability and book online 24/7, or call 1-800-722-9617 GATLINBURG. Affordable rates. Fully furnished. 1-8 bdrms. Chalets, Cabins, Privacy, Views, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzis, Fireplaces. 1-800-235-2661 www.alpinechaletrentals.com GATLINBURG Royal Townhouse Spring Special. $29.95 + tax SunThurs; $39.95 + tax Fri-Sat. Rooms limited & subject to availability. Restrictions & blackout dates apply. Advance reservations req’d. Present ad at check-in. 1-800-433-8792 CE Lakefront NORRIS LAKE 4 bedroom home in Deerfield Resort. Large wraparound decks w/private boat dock. Many dates available. Call owner, 513-236-8001

Hilton Head Island Vacation Resort. Choose 1 or 2 bdrm condos. Oceanfront, ocean view or nr ocean. Great locations & rates. Golf pkgs, too. www.hhi-vr.com. 877-807-3828 N. MYRTLE BEACH Coastal Condos, Inc. 1-4 bdrm oceanfront & ocean view units. Call 1-800-951-4880 or visit www.coastalcondos.com

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH, SC Fantastic Specials Available!! 100’s of Oceanfront/view Homes & Condos

Call for free brochure 866-780-8334 www.northmyrtlebeachtravel.com

SEABROOK EXCLUSIVES Villas & Private Homes. Ocean, golf, tennis, equestrian. Pet friendly rentals. Free brochure. Book online! 888-718-7949. www.seabrookexclusives.com

TENNESSEE 1-7 Affordable, Deluxe Chalets & Cabin Rentals. Pigeon Forge in the Smokies. Vacation/Dollywood Specials. Free brochure. Call 1-800-833-9987. www.firesidechalets.com

A Beautiful Log Cabin Resort w/heated indoor pool, minutes from Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mtns. Breathtaking mountain views, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, pool tables & pet friendly cabins are offered. Excellent rates, discounts available. Call 1-888-HSR-TENN (477-8366) hiddenspringsresort.com

Nr Powell NORRIS LAKE. Valley Marina. 2 BR/1BA, very nicely furnished home. Covered porch, deck. $95/nt. 423-562-8353 www.norrislakehse.com www.AUNTIEBELHAMS.com Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge. Vacation in a beautiful log cabin or chalet with hot tub, Jacuzzi, views & pool tables. Call about specials! 800-436-6618

TIME SHARES WHOLESALE TIMESHARES 60-80% Off Retail! Qualified Buyers Only! Call for Free Info Pack! www.holidaygroup.com/cn 1-800-731-0307

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