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Maybe they delivered a home-cooked meal when you were under the weather, or watched your children while you ran a quick errand, or helped you with yard work. They are “Neighbors Who Care,” and we think they deserve recognition. Again this year, The Suburban Life will devote one of our holiday issues to honoring those in the community who have given a bit of themselves to make the lives of others better. No deed is too small (or too large). If you know a Neighbor Who Cares, tell us about them. You can nominate by sending an e-mail to suburban@communitypress.co m, or by regular mail to Suburban Life, Neighbors Who Care, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, Ohio, 45140. Include your name, address and phone number, as well as their’s.

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In 2004, Staff Sgt. Paul Brondhaver was lying in a hospital in Iraq with 29 bullets in his body. His wife had it worse, he said Wednesday during the 17th annual Blue Ash Veterans Day program. Lisa Brondhaver was in their Anderson Township home with their three children and they’d heard news reports that seven soldiers had been killed. SEE LIFE, B1

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Ursuline Academy students dance during the Lions’ Division I state semifinals match agaiinst Magnificat Nov. 12 at Wright State. The Lions defeated the Blue Streaks (24-4) 25-14, 25-21, 25-13 to earn a berth in the state finals. See Sports, A8.

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District updates tech rules By Amanda Hopkins

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Students will be given more opportunity to use technology in conjunction with learning with policy changes in the Deer Park City School district. Superintendent Kim Gray said many of the policy changes are made to update the bylaws according to state standards. One rule states students can have wireless communication devices including cell phones, Blackberries and other handheld technology, but they can only be used at the discretion of the teacher and principal. Permission must also be Gray granted to use cameras, recording devices, MP3 players and other electronic equipment at all school events. Public records were also a subject of change. District e-mail that conducts school business is considered a public record. The change also clarifies who has access to student records and gives parents and guardians the power to withhold student information. “We can provide privacy within the scope of the law,” Gray said. The school district Web site is designated for district information and cannot contain outside links. Gray said that all teachers in kindergarten through grade six are required to have training in identifying abuse and neglect among students. With a new policy that is updated in conjuction with Ohio House Bill 1, the training now includes all staff who deal with students in kindergarten through grade 12. New staff must receive training within two years of employment and receive additional training every five years.

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Sarah Weiss is executive director of The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education which recently relocated to 8401 Montgomery Road, sharing the building with the Rockwern Academy.

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The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education has found a new home at Rockwern Academy in Kenwood. The not-for-profit organization, which teaches about the Holocaust through talks from local survivors and exhibits, celebrated its grand opening Sunday, Nov. 8. Guest speakers included local Holocaust survivor Werner Coppel, new center President Mark Weisser and State Rep. Tyron Yates, along with a presentation for the Rockwern Academy students. Executive Director Sarah Weiss said the goal of the center’s move to the new location was to have larger office and exhibit space to accommodate visitors and give more room to collaborate with the Rockwern students and other schools. “We really enhanced what we had,” Weiss said. The center now has space for its own library of materials and access to classrooms. The space is

The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education at 8401 Montgomery Road is a not-for-profit organization that teaches the history of the Holocaust with talks from local survivors and a large exhibit featuring an interactive theater. The center aims to “foster tolerance, inclusion, social justice and civic responsibility.” The center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will also be open on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning in January 2009. Appointments for tours are also available. For more information or to set up a tour contact the Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education at 487-3055. also larger for the main exhibit called “Mapping Our Tears” that includes an interactive theater with short video clips featuring Holocaust survivors and their stories. “We’re teaching how the (history of the Holocaust) shaped us,” Weiss said.

All of the speakers and the artifacts in the exhibit have a local connection. The center has about 10 Holocaust survivors and eyewitnesses who regularly talk with tour groups. Fifty Holocaust eyewitnesses are still actively involved with the center. Weiss said the center sees around 100 groups a year and does other public programs offsite, working with Xavier University, the Jewish Federation and the Freedom Center. The Center for Holocaust and Humanity Education was originally founded in 2000 and was partnered with Hebrew Union College. The center has its roots in a local group called Survivors of Nazism that began in the 1950s and 1960s to bring together local survivors. The center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 8401 Montgomery Road on the Rockwern Academy campus. Tours are also available by appointment. For more information, call the center at 487-3055.

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Holmes students show off costumes in the neighborhood Holmes Primary students celebrated Halloween a few days early with a costume parade through the surrounding neighborhood Oct. 29. Students and teachers came dressed as zombies, princesses, superheroes, disco queens and more to show off their costumes to parents and residents. Each class ended the day with a Halloween party hosted by the parents. ALL PHOTOS AMANDA HOPKINS/STAFF

A farmer, the Hulk, Mother Nature, the Scream guy and Dorothy from “Wizard of Oz” were in the Holmes Primary Halloween parade Oct. 29.

Holmes Primary kindergartners enjoy snacks after the Halloween parade at the school Oct. 29.

Students at Holmes Primary dressed in costume and paraded around the neighborhood for parents and residents Oct. 29.

Holmes Primary student Luke Parrish, dressed as a mad scientist for the Halloween parade, sports the same hair style as Principal Amy Byrne.

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Deer Park purchasing new school bus By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

The Deer Park City Schools district will see an update in its trans“This is not portation fleet in the something n e a r that comes future. often in T h e Deer Park.” district is buying Kim Gray 2 0 1 1 Deer Park City T h o m a s Schools bus from superintendent Edwin H. Davis, a 45 passenger bus that is handicapped accessible and can accommodate both smaller and larger handicapped students. The new bus also meets all emissions standards. All of the buses in use in the district meet all of the standards. Superintendent Kim Gray said that Deer Park is considered a walking district,

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Deer Park's transportation fleet has seven buses, one of which will be replaced in the next few months. but the buses are still needed for field trips, athletic events and special needs students. There are six buses for Deer Park schools with three that are handicapped accessible. The bus being replaced has already been sold. Gray and treasurer Dan

Mpagi said the bus, which will cost $91,250, would be paid for by stimulus funds and not through any money out of the general fund. “This is not something that comes often in Deer Park,” Gray said. Once the bus is bought, one of the older buses will be retired.

School fundraising falls 24 percent in Indian Hill By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

The current economy isn’t just having an impact on spending, it’s also had an impact on fundraising. Indian Hill Exempted Village School District Superintendent Jane Knudson provided a School Support Group Fundraising Report during last week’s school board meeting. She said fundraising revenue from the Indian Hill Boosters and the PTO fell 24 percent during the 20082009 school year. According to statistics provided by the district, the net profits from fundraising

in 2008-2009 was $191,781 vs. net profits in 2007-2008 of $253,384. “Despite the economic challenge, school support groups raised money through various efforts,” said Knudson. Knudson cited events such as the Party on the Hill as still being strong in generating revenue. “Historically, our parents support us through their

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Madeira High School Theater Arts will present its fall play, “You Can’t Take It With You,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, and 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 20-21. Tickets are $6 for students and $8 for adults. For advanced ticket sales call 891-8222. Madeira senior citizens are also invited to the first annual Fall Play Senior Citizens’ Day Wednesday, Nov. 18, for a free 10 a.m. performance followed by a $5 turkey lunch in the high school cafeteria. The play is directed by Sarah Caldwell. She is assisted by music teacher Caroline Keith. Please call 891-8222 to make reservations.

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Penelope Sycamore, played by Aidan Workman, types away at one of her plays during a rehearsal for Madeira High School’s production of “You Can’t Take It With You.”

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The family attempts to look pleasant before greeting Alice’s gentleman caller during rehearsal for Madeira High School’s production of “You Can’t Take It With You.” The guest turns out to be a man from the IRS to tell Grandpa played by Paul Ramsdell, far right, he has never paid income tax. From left: Eric Rush as Ed Carmichael, Liz Keys as Essie Carmichael, Dan Schroeder as Paul Sycamore and Paul Ramsdell as Grandpa Martin Vanderhof.

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Three Madeira seniors National Merit semifinalists By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

Three Madeira High School seniors were named National Merit semifinalists earlier this month. Ricky Mcqueary, Shelby Jones and Sarah Ryan are eligible to compete for the National Merit scholarships. National Merit scholars are a regular at Madeira High School. Guidance office administrative assistant Bev McLeod said there are between three and five semifinalists every year. McQueary runs cross country and is involved with

the chess and academic teams. He said he plans to apply to Vanderbilt, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard, Michigan State and Case Western. Jones is in Latin Club, marching band, key club, National Honor Society and is also on the academic team. She said her mom has a six-hour driving limit when applying for colleges but is looking at Loyola University, St. Louis University, Ohio State and the University of Dayton. Ryan is involved in Latin Club, Unified for UNIFAT,

National Honor Society and is a crew member for the upcoming fall play. She is applying to eight schools including American University, Brown University and the University of Edinburgh. She plans to study modern language, specifically Arabic and Italian and could look into studying international business. She is looking forward to spending time with friends before college and to a spring break trip to Italy. All three are ready to have college applications completed to be able to enjoy their senior year.

More than 1.5 million students in 22,000 high schools took the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2008 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship qualifying test during their junior year. The 16,000 semifinalists, including McQueary, Jones and Ryan will have to send in an essay, have a teacher recommendation and have academic records sent in order to compete for the scholarships. Winners of the National Merit Scholarships will be announced next year.

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Amity program prepares students for testing By Amanda Hopkins ahopkins@communitypress.com

It started as way for teachers to help students prepare for state testing. Now the “Who Wants to be an Achiever” assembly has become “We try to a large component of show kids school spirit how much at Amity we care ... Elementary in Deer how much Park. The prowe think gram, startthey can ed by counsucceed.” selor Jason Jason Spelic durthe Spelic ing 2001-2002 Counselor at school year, Amity has become Elementary more elaboin Deer Park rate over the y e a r s adding sound and music done by band director John Matre and introducing a “Jumbotron,” a projector

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Students learn about careers Madeira Elementary School hosted a Vehicle Day as part a Career Education Program set up by school counselor Rachael Rhodes. There were nine companies including Kraft Foods, Local 12 News, the Madeira Indian Hill Fire Department and Buckeye Search and Rescue that were on hand for the event. Each representative gave the students an overview of their jobs and gave them tours of the vehicle and showed how they were used on a daily basis for work. Rhodes said she will host another career fair in the spring.

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A worker from Stonescapes shows Madeira Elementary students how to work a forklift during Vehicle Day a part of a Career Education program for the students.

School newspaper goes online By Forrest Sellers fsellers@communitypress.com

Getting student news is now as easy as going online. Cincinnati Country Day School’s student newspaper, “The Scroll,” is now on the Web for the first time. The site is www.scrollonline.net. The transition from print media to the Web occurred in September. “Twenty minutes after we launched the Web site we had an e-mail from the former editor-in-chief,” said Sarah Boocock Beyreis, director of college counseling, about the positive response generated by the

new format. Beyreis, a resident of Loveland, is also an adviser for the student newspaper. Senior Will Portman, who was instrumental in designing the Web site, said a major advantage to posting the material online is that less time is required laying out the paper. The focus is now on the articles themselves, said Portman, who is also editorin-chief of “The Scroll.” Portman, who lives in Terrace Park, said another advantage to posting on the Web is the timeliness involved. “If the soccer team wins a district championship on

Tuesday we can post this on the Web on Wednesday and not wait three weeks for publication of the paper,” he said. He said from 8 to 12 stories are posted weekly. Portman said the Web format also allows for a dialogue with the readers. People can post responses to the stories, he said. The site also has video, and platforms such as Facebook and Twitter have been used to promote the site, said Portman. “You can do more with it,” said senior Lawrence Ervin about the new format. “People are able to connect better.”

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SCHOOL NOTES ‘Witness for the Prosecution’

Moeller High School’s Theater Department will perform its fall drama “Witness for the Prosecution” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20-Nov. 22 in the school’s auditorium. The play, based on a short story by mystery writer Agatha Christie, tells the story of a young man accused of the murder of his elderly friend. Local students performing in the drama include Mike Wright of Madeira and Patrick McWilliams of Deer Park. Tickets, available in the Moeller’s Spirit Shop, are $15 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, contact theater director Bob Hotze at BHotze@Moeller.org.

Financial workshop

The community is invited to attend

the free financial workshop “Women and Wealth” 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, in Perin Media Center at Madeira High School. The class will provide a holistic view of financial issues women face, in addition to reasons why women need to take an interest in their money and how to overcome the three biggest obstacles that may keep them from future financial success. The financial workshop series is designed to provide education for families to make well-informed financial decisions. For more information, contact Susan Crabill at 985-6070 or scrabill@madeiracityschools.org.

Students attend leaders conference

Mackenzie McMillan and Alex Boster, both residents of Kenwood and seventh graders at Indian Hill Middle School, were nominated to

attend the National Young Leaders State Conference Oct. 29-Nov. 1 in Columbus. The students attended the conference in recognition for their leadership potential, academics and high achievement at school.

Gala committee chairs

Megan Witte of Madeira and Lindsay Turpin of Hamilton, 2004 graduates of Mt. Notre Dame, have agreed to lead the Beverage Committee for the school’s Grande Gala “Pearl of the Orient.” They will be responsible for: Securing volunteers to work at the beverage stations on the night of the event; assessing merchandise needs and submitting orders to appropriate vendors and committee chairs; arranging transportation of merchandise; stocking the beverage stations in preparation of the event; and restocking the beverage stations throughout the evening.

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Officials school

The Southwest Ohio Basketball Officials School is conducting classes at the Blue Ash Public Library, 4911 Cooper Road, on the following times and days: • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21. • 6-9 p.m., Monday, Nov. 30. The classes will be at the Madeira Public Library, 7200 Miami Ave. as follows: • 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19. • 6-9 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23. • 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24. The class will be at St. Rita School for the Deaf, at Interstate 75 and Glendale-Milford Road, from noon to 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 29. Participants should attend as many sessions as possible. The class, which gives an opportunity to obtain an officiating permit in time to start the season, is approved by the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Cost is $110 per student and includes instruction, books, materials, testing fee and OHSAA permit fee and insurance package. Mail checks, payable to SWOBOS, with full name and address to 3016 Ambler Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241. This will insure a space in the class. Books will be mailed should students wish to study before the first class. Call Class Director Jerry Fick at 563-2755, or by e-mail at swdoc@fuse.net.

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It would’ve been easy for the Indian Hill football team to give up after starting the season 0-3. Instead, the Braves buckled down and won six of their final seven, and almost finished the season with yet another perfect season in the CHL. “I thought, by the end of the year, we were an outstanding football team,” first year head coach Mike Theisen said. “The growth exhibited from week one to week 10 was phenomenal. We were a pretty good football team at the end of the year.” The Braves only loss in conference play was a last second, 50-49 loss at Wyoming in the season finale. A number of fansturned-Internet prognosticators didn’t expect the Braves to give the Cowboys much of a game, but Theisen said that wasn’t the feeling in his locker room. “We knew we’d be there. We knew we were a good football team and that it would come down to the wire,” he said. “I was proud of how they played. They were focused and played extremely well.” The Braves were led by quarterback Sam Hendricks. Hendricks led the CHL in rushing yards with 1,487. He was more than 400 yards ahead of the second-place rusher. He was third in the conference in passing with 1,129 yards. Jamie Lackman anchored the offensive line after moving over from defense. Nick Jaroszewicz was a key twoway player at defensive end and offensive guard and led the CHL in sacks with 10.5. Mick Thomas was third in the conference with seven sacks. Jacob Bauer and Reid Lockwood were the key running backs, and although the backs weren’t always

Indian Hill High School’s Jacob Bauer, 5, gets a little help from teammate Jamie Lackman, 50, as they move the ball upfield against Wyoming. healthy, they combined for more than 1,000 rushing yards. Adam Bell was the team’s top receiver. “He had an outstanding year for us,” Theisen said. “Jamie and Nick did an excellent job and our backs did a nice job as well.” The Braves will need a strong offseason in the weight room as Indian Hill loses a number of talented players. “We won’t be as athletic as we have been in the past next season so we’re going to have to get stronger and be sounder in every other phase of the game,” Theisen said. “Players like Sam Hendricks don’t come around often. He’s one of the most athletic players I’ve had the privilege of coaching.” Theisen did say he was encouraged with how his team battled this year. “It would’ve been easy to ride it out after going 0-3 but our kids never gave up. They worked hard and it paid off when we won six in a row,” Theisen said. “I see us building on that attitude and work ethic for next year.”

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Ursuline’s focus earns them state title By Anthony Amorini aamorini@communitypress.com

The Ursuline Academy volleyball team saved celebrations until the end of its 2009 campaign and the sacrifice proved well worth the wait. Lion players, coaches and students alike were jubilant after Ursuline brought home a fourth volleyball state championship Saturday, Nov. 14. “It’s my dream and we succeeded,” senior Dani Reinart of Symmes Township said after Ursuline bested Dublin Coffman to capture its first state title since 2002. Ursuline’s win over Dublin Coffman, 3-1 (25-16, 25-19, 18-25, 25-17), stood in stark contrast to the end of the 2008 season. Last fall, Ursuline steamed

through the regular season and a state title seemed like a forgone conclusion, head coach Jeni Case explained. It was a team of destiny until the Lions suffered its first loss of the season to Olmsted Falls to finish as Ohio’s runner-up at 28-1. This year, the Lions improved to 29-0 and earned a Division I state championship. And the key word was earned. “We’ve been waiting for this all year,” Case said. “I took things differently this year. It helped them to stay focused. They didn’t look ahead ever.” Last year, the entire post-season seemed like a celebration until the moment Ursuline hoped to celebrate arrived, Case said “We brought in gifts during the tournament run and parents were

going to team dinners,” Case explained. “We were celebrating too early.” But this fall, the Lions started the season by making a sacrifice rather than setting goals. A state title was the obvious target for Ursuline on the heels of a 28-1 season and a trip to the finals. “I gave up pop and fast food,” Case said. Several Lions chimed in with sacrifices ranging from “eating more and doing push-ups” for Reinert to skipping out on energy drinks for senior Lauren Marlatt. “It was going to help the team because we were going to be stronger and better,” Case said of the sacrifices. Marlatt and the Lions weren’t lacking energy when it was time for the 2009 state finals.

And if strength was the goal, Dublin Coffman head coach Mary Anne Souder confirmed Case’s approach. “Ursuline came out tough,” Souder said after her team fell to 28-1 with its loss to the Lions in the state finals. “You can’t really prepare for (the state finals). Ursuline had that advantage coming in.” Dublin Coffman was making its first appearance in the state finals. Ursuline jumped out to a 5-1 lead during its first game against Dublin Coffman and never looked back. Ursuline led all three of the sets it won during the state finals by 51 margins over Dublin Coffman. “Anytime you’re up you are going to be more confident,” Case said. “And especially with the experience we have.

“For us to have a lead like that against a team that had never experienced (the state finals), I knew it was going to be a good thing,” Case added. Senior Jade Henderson of Loveland led Ursuline with 18 kills in the state finals. Marlatt, also of Loveland, was close behind with 16 kills as junior Christina Beer added 10 kills. Reinert contributed a game-high 48 assists. Junior Kori Moster of Mt. Healthy had 15 digs with senior Anna Prickel posting 13 digs for Ursuline. “The more we ran and the harder we worked, the more it was going to show on the court,” Moster said her Lions earning their 2009 state title. “I think we are all in a little bit of shock.”

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7 Hills coach, senior duo ready for reunion

The high school season is over for Seven Hills’ boys soccer program but Terry Nicholl – coach for the Stingers and Cincinnati United Premiere’s U18 team – is already anxiously looking forward to another season with a pair of his senior standouts. Though Alex Hill and Brandon Williams concluded their Stinger careers with a loss, both seniors play for Nicholl’s club team meaning the trio will be reunited this summer. “They are absolutely superb lads and a joy to work with,” Nicholl said of the duo. “Typically they are both very intelligent, very solid players.” Hill, Williams and the rest of the Seven Hills seniors saw their careers end just one game short of the Division III State Championship finals. The Stingers fell to Worthington Christian, 1-0, during the Division III State Championship semi-finals Tuesday, Nov. 10. Seven Hills finished at 191-2 while winning regional, district and sectional titles en route to its state appearance. “We played our hearts out and it seemed like the whole school was there to cheer us on,” Nicholl said of the state semi-finals. “We were right in it until the end. I felt our team had given everything they could. We were just a little short.” Seven Hills ended the regular season ranked No. 5 in Ohio according to the final Division III Ohio Scholastic Boys Soccer Coaches Association Poll released Oct. 19. Worthington Christian (11-1-4) ended the season ranked No. 3 in Ohio’s Division III poll. Seven Hills topped the No. 1 ranked Division III team in the state, Springfield Catholic Central (15-0-1), during the Division III Regional Championship finals Nov. 7 by a

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Seven Hills senior captain Gilbert Pasquale finds enough room to move the ball down field during the Stingers’ 3-0 victory over Springfield Catholic Central in the Division III Regional Championship finals Nov. 7. with Wulsin contributing four assists. “We played our hearts out (in the state semi-finals). (McNamara) was fantastic until the end and he a great performance (against Worthington Christian),” Nicholl said of his keeper. “I wouldn’t say he was bombarded but he was active. “It seemed like he had 100 saves,” Nicholl joked of McNamara’s final game as a junior. McNamara, Schiff and Cohen live in Hyde Park. Head, Wulsin and Kramer reside in Indian Hill. Neu and Richards are Madeira residents. Cyr lives in East Walnut Hills. White is an Anderson Township resident. Alex Hill, Miles Hill and Pasquale reside in Kenwood. Williams lives in Madisonville.

Luke Wulsin. McNamara racked up 11 shutouts this season. Miles Hill led Seven Hills with eight goals and also contributed five assists. Nicholl also said freshman Henry Head and sophomore Matt Cohen will be key players in 2010. As for the Seven Hills seniors, a number of key starters graduate from the program including captain Alex Hill, captain Brandon Williams, captain Gilbert Pasquale and Walker Schiff. “It was a great senior group and they were easy to manage,” Nicholl said. “I was absolutely delighted with the great leadership from this class.” Williams finished with seven goals and 11 assists. Schiff netted six goals

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One win away from an undefeated regular season, the Mount St. Joseph football team fell 42-17 in the 14th annual Bridge Bowl Nov. 14. Thomas More leads the all-time series 11-3. Mount St. Joe, which finishes the regular season 91, won the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference title for the fourth time in the last six years. They defeated Wilmington, Lakeland, Rose-Hulman, Bluffton, Anderson, Hanover, Franklin, Manchester and Defiance before falling to Thomas More. The Lions entered the week ranked 17th in the country in the American Football Coaches Association Division III Poll and 25th in the D3Football.com Top 25 Poll. Mount Union College, located in Alliance, Ohio, is tops in both polls. The Lions now prepare for the postseason; they open tournament play Nov. 21 against a team to be determined. Despite the loss to Thomas More, head coach Rod Huber has been particularly impressed with the

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score of 3-0. The sting of losing in the state semi-finals was slightly alleviated by recent wins over Summit and Springfield Catholic and Seven Hills’ respect for Worthington Christian’s victorious effort, Nicholl explained. “Last year, I was annoyed with the tournament loss to Mariemont,” Nicholl said. “We were up 2-0 and let it get away. “This year, I drove home and I was actually a human being. I was actually able to talk after the game,” Nicholl joked. Williams was sidelined for the final two games of the season with a sprained knee. Needless to say, Nicholl is thrilled to have another chance to work with Williams this summer. “He’s one of our go-to players and he’s so important in the midfield for us,” Nicholl said of Williams. “Normally we can shutdown one or two guys but (Worthington Christian) just had too many effective forwards and midfielders.” Despite the loss, Nicholl was quick to credit his defenders’ stellar play this fall, the coach said. Seven Hills’ defense included marking back Alex Hill, senior sweeper Kyle Neu, senior stopper Britt Cyr and junior fullbacks Gilbert Richards, Charlie Kramer and Taylor White. Junior keeper Ian McNamara is a clear-cut choice as the future leader of Seven Hills’ program alongside junior forwards Miles Hill and

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Visitors to Cincinnati.com/Deerpark posted these comments about results of the Deer Park council election: “I have to disagree with (Joseph) Comer when he says the dynamic of council won’t change. I speak for a lot us when I say this ... the time has come for us to demand that council earn their pay. Cutting a council meeting short just to get home to watch ‘2 and a Half Men,’ will hopefully end. That is why we took a chance with these three new men. They came to my door and ask me to get involved, and I plan to. That includes holding them accountable along with the other five.” GoDeerPark “I would prefer a council member who cut the meeting short to spend time with his family while enjoying an episode of ‘2 and a Half Men’ to the new faces of council who will be cutting the meeting short so they can frequent their favorite local watering hole.” thinkb4uvote

The levy’s not dry, yet

Visitors to Cincinnati.com posted these comments about voters approving several county-wide tax issues, including levies for the libraries, MR/DD and Cincinnati Museum Center: “Thank you Queen City for helping to maintain one of your crown jewels, Union Terminal.” SilasWhowood “And for maintaining a second of your crown jewels: The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County! Thank you!” Marita

“Thank you for continuing to look at our homes as ATMs.” VirginianCSA “Hamilton County you stink, 40 percent of people voted, and all tax increases passed. People do not trully understand or care about the issues any more, only take them at face value. Union terminal will not improve, they will take the money the used to spend on the building and pocket it and keep everything as is. Are prices gonna lower, improvements made? No and no. We funded drug court, do any of you know what the sucess rate or make up of the program is? No. If you did you would not have approved it? The library, look at what they have ... a huge waste of money. Go to the Blue Ash branch – more up to date videos than Blockbuster. That is not a library hurting for money, struggling to help the people. You just all funded bologna, wrapped in a pretty bow, and expect hard working homeowners, the middle class, to fund another $300 a year for $100,000 of property value. You are all fools. you must not own property. I bet if your rent on your apartment went up $300 a year you would vote no.” BigBradley “Never build or buy a house in Hamilton County. The lowlife parasites outnumber and outvote the hosts. Too many drones, not enough worker bees. Eventually the hive will collapse. I now have 16 ‘Crown jewels’ that the immoral" ‘something for nothing’ gang forces me to pay for under threat of eviction. I have to pay school district income tax on top of that! I think I will start looking for a new place in Kentucky or Indiana.Then I can just drive across the county and state line to get all the services that the people of Hamilton County get ,without paying the property tax which is about twice as high

CHATROOM Nov. 11 questions

Sycamore Township has set guidelines for use of its new community room. Would you be interested in using the room? Why or why not? No responses. Is “Sesame Street” still relevant today, 40 years after its debut? What are your favorite memories of the show? “’Sesame’was great for my kids and now my grandchildren are learning from and relating to it as well. I like the way this show uses music to enhance learning. I relate most to Oscar the Grouch.” G.G. “Ever since they bowed to political correctness and sent ‘Cookie Monster’ off into the twilight they lost me!” C.J.W. “We loved everything about ‘Sesame Street’ when my daughter was growing up, and it’s so much fun to see how much my grandchildren enjoy the same characters. I used to enjoy the send-ups of popular singers. It was over the kids’ heads, but I loved it! Bruce Stringbean’s ‘Born To Add,’ along with some of those other rock parodies, The Beetles and ‘Letter B’ and ‘Hey Food;’ Mick Swagger and the Cobble Stones singing ‘(I Can’t Get No) Co-Operation)’; Moe Cocker with ‘A Little Yelp From My Friends;’ Billy Idle with ‘Rebel L.’ Classic. S.H.M.

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Next question What are your favorite locallyowned stores for holiday/Christmas shopping? What do you like about them? Do you plan to participate in “Black Friday” shopping the day after Thanksgiving. Why or why not? If so, how early do you go? Every week The Suburban Life asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to suburban@communitypress.com with Chatroom in the subject line.

erans Day event in your community? What does the day mean to you? “I can’t find the word/words to express my horror and outrage at the response submitted by F.S.D. concerning the acknowledgment and the honor bestowed on our country’s veterans, on Veterans Day. “Even though he states, ‘that he is proud of my service’ and that he (won) a Purple Heart, I have to assume, from the rest of the article, that he was a ‘conscience objector’ and was drafted and did not enlist to serve his country. “As Civil War Gen. William Sherman said, ‘War is hell.’ “While the writer says that ‘I will be backpacking in the Smokies’ on Veterans Day, I only hope he has the guts to think about all those who died and or were maimed, while fighting to keep our coutry free for all ... including the ungrateful like yourself.” Gene Medl

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“Those of you who don’t like the tax rate in Hamilton County can move you know. Ask those who commute into the city from Warren and Clermont counties.” junk0514 “You do realize that Issue 4 and Issue 6 were both tax decreases, even though they passed, right? MRDD and the library were adding new taxes, and both of those put together are less than $40 a year.” TechNate “My frustration is this: I work in the city and pay city taxes and I live in a suburb of Cincinnati so truly am just as affected by city government as those living in the city limits, but I have no say whatsoever in who gets elected to city council and yet thousands of people who don’t own property have the right to vote on what tax levies are put on my property. How is this fair? And yes, I know some of the levies will actually decrease, but if voted down the tax would have been completely gone! I’m not saying these aren’t worthwhile issues – I’m just tired of property owners being responsible for providing everything to everyone. There has to be a way to spread it around more fairly.” LovesCincy

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Both Tony Proctor, left, and Pat McGoron were out talking with voters on Election Day outside of the Francis R. Healy Community Center in Chamberlin Park in Deer Park. Both ran for council-atlarge positions. McGoron serves as council president. Proctor won. McGoron lost.

Religious tolerance rears its ugly head again, darn it! Here we go again. In 1931 a group of well-meaning individuals erected a cross in a remote area of the Mojave desert to honor the dead of World War One. At that time, it was a normal reaction based in what was a means of respect for the majority of the fallen heroes. What is interesting is that it took 78 years for some intolerant person to voice an objection. Let me make my position very clear. As a non-Christian, I have defended the whole range of Christian beliefs in many religious arguments. I have also defended Muslims and would defend any other religion if the occasion presented itself. I have no intention of changing that position. Religious tolerance begins in acceptance, not in confrontation! Consider for a moment that many vicious attacks against individuals or populations are based on poorly understood religious differences. Yet, an unbiased reading of the religious scripts of all religions indicates remarkable similarities. This is particularly true concerning treating humans with kindness and dignity. Most religions claim their supe-

riority on their treatment of all of humanity. So, where does that leave us in respect to the monument in question? Are we so biased that we will profane Edward Levy our cherished by attackCommunity beliefs ing someone who Press guest believes only a litcolumnist tle bit differently? Having made my position on religion clear, let’s return to the monument. It was placed there by people who wanted to honor military personnel who had given their lives. It was not meant as an affront to any person or religion. The majority of those fallen heros were Christians. Those of us who are a minority and have other beliefs might have used a symbol of our faith had we been a majority and had the times and sentiment been the same. The times and sentiments have changed. One thing that has not changed is a universal respect for the sanctity of life. Another thing that has not changed is the respect and

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gratitude for fallen heros who gave their all to protect our lives and rights. If I have the opportunity to visit the area, my thoughts will be on the loss to the families of those selfless and honored soldiers. There will also be a reverence to a symbol that represents other faiths but the same God that I worship. Sadly, there will also be thoughts of the ungracious persons who would tarnish the wellintentioned actions of those whose only motive was to honor these fallen heros. Since 1931 religious tolerance has greatly improved. It is time for vocal dissenters to accept that there are many paths through the forest that lead to the same eternal truth. Even Dante in his great classic “Inferno” realized this. There is enough impish contrariety in me to hope that some well meaning and unbiased individual will paint a replica of the cross on the boarded-up monument along with other religious symbols.

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Blue Ash Councilman Rick Bryan, chairman of the Veterans Day Committee, introduces dignitaries on the dais, including Montgomery Mayor Gerri Harbison (standing) Wednesday at the 17th annual Blue Ash Veterans Day program at the Blue Ash Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park.

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By Jeanne Houck

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‘Call of Duty’

In his poem, “Call of Duty,” In 2004, Staff Sgt. Paul E.H. Greene Intermediate School Brondhaver was lying in a student Josh Hylton put himself hospital in Iraq with 29 bulin the place of a soldier in lets in his body. combat, having to kill people His wife had it worse, he and see his comrades die: said Wednesday during the “I need to stay alert 17th annual Blue Ash Veter“Need to focus my mind ans Day program. “But my memory pulls me Lisa Brondhaver was in back their Anderson Township “To those I left behind.” home with their three children and they’d heard news reports that seven soldiers had been killed. “Mom, did dad die today?” their daughter, then 6, wanted to know – before Lisa Brondhaver had any answers. Brondhaver, who was injured when his combat patrol came under attack in Summara, Iraq, north of Baghdad, encouraged the crowd at the Blue Ash Bicentennial VeterMeagan Haupt (left) and Marisa Koster, sixthans Memorial Park to graders at Edwin H. Greene Intermediate thank veterans for their School in Blue Ash, stand with a wreath at the service. World Ward I statute at the Blue Ash “It will mean more to them probably than any Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park. medal or any award Cincinnati Warbirds flew they may receive,” he said. over the park, which is near Don’t forget the families the intersections of Hunt, of people in the military, Kenwood and Cooper roads. Brondhaver said, “because Following tradition, chilthey’re the ones that have to dren were a big part of the deal with the children at ceremony. home and answer their Sixth-graders from the tough questions.” Edwin H. Greene IntermediBrondhaver was the ate School in Blue Ash were keynote speaker for the Vet- posted with wreaths at erans Day program, which statutes in the memorial park included a laying of the fashioned after veterans of wreath ceremony, color every war fought by Ameriguard of aging soldiers from cans. Children from the local veterans groups and school sang “God Bless the patriotic music provided by USA.” the Ohio Military Band of Seven sixth-graders read Springfield Township. poems they’d written for the Bells tolled, a gunfire occasion. salute rang out and the

Staff Sgt. Paul Brondhaver of Anderson Township told people gathered for the 17th annual Blue Ash Veterans Day program Wednesday at the Blue Ash Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park that a simple “thank you for your service” means the world to veterans.

Don Seiwert of White Oak, a Korean War Army veteran, participates in the Blue Ash Veterans Day program with fellow members of the Korean War Veterans Association.

Josh Hylton, a sixth-grader from the Edwin H. Greene Intermediate School in Blue Ash, reads his poem, “Call of Duty” during the Blue Ash Veterans Day program.

An appreciative crowd at the Blue Ash Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park for the Blue Ash Veterans Day program applauds veterans for their service.

Director Mark Hensler leads the Ohio Military Band of Springfield Township in a series of patriotic songs. Sam Simonds, 2, and his grandmother Jayne Johns, both of Blue Ash, take in the pageantry of the Blue Ash Veterans Day program.

Veterans from the American Legion Northeast Post 630, Sycamore VFW Post 3744, AmVets Millcreek Post 111, Korean War Veterans Association and VFW Post 6979 participate in the laying of wreaths ceremony.

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Sixth-graders from Edwin H. Greene Intermediate School in Blue Ash sing “God Bless the USA” at the Blue Ash Veterans Day program.

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November 18, 2009

THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, N O V. 1 9

CIVIC

Caring and Giving Canned Food Drive. 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Primrose School of Symmes, 9175 Governors Way. Members of school and community drop off canned goods or non-perishable household items to benefit FreeStore FoodBank. Family friendly. 697-6970; www.primrosesymmes.com. Symmes Township.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 8255 Spooky Hollow Road. Grass-fed Black Angus beef, freerange chicken, produce, lamb, turkey, eggs and honey. 891-4227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 2:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 7400 Given Road. Market includes organic meat and eggs, seasonal produce and flowers. 561-7400. Indian Hill.

LECTURES

Montgomery Woman’s Club Town Hall Lecture Series, 8 p.m. Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road. With author and family humorist, Lori Borgman. $35. Registration required. Presented by Montgomery Woman’s Club Inc. 684-1632; www.montgomerywomansclub.org/. Montgomery. Montgomery Woman’s Club Town Hall Lecture Series, 11 a.m. Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road. With author and family humorist, Lori Borgman. $35. Registration required. Presented by Montgomery Woman’s Club Inc. 684-1632; www.montgomerywomansclub.org/. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, 4101 Walton Creek Road. Holiday comedy. Two actors portray all the wacky inhabitants of Tuna, Texas. $17. Reservations recommended. Presented by Mariemont Players Inc. 684-1236. Columbia Township. Our Town, 8 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Thorton Wilder classic about cycle of life through the eyes of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire. $15, $12 ages 11 and under. Presented by Stagecrafters. Through Nov. 29. 793-6237. Amberley Village. F R I D A Y, N O V. 2 0

CIVIC

Computer and TV Recycling Drop-Off, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2trg, $20 TVs over 60 pounds, $10 TVs under 60 pounds, free for other items. 946-7766. Blue Ash.

COOKING EVENTS

Pass the Potatoes, 11 a.m. WilliamsSonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.

CRAFT SHOWS

Holiday Bazaar and Luncheon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hartzell United Methodist Church, 8999 Applewood Drive. Crafts, homemade holiday items, bake sale and more. 891-8527. Blue Ash.

FARMERS MARKET

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

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Thanksgiving wines. Spirits of Madeira, 6917 Miami Ave. With hors d’oeuvres. $1 per sample. 5612702. Madeira.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Health Screenings, 9 a.m.-noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, 7319 Montgomery Road. Blood pressure, weight, foot and spinal screenings. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Appointment requested. 7840084; www.owenschiroandrehabcenter.com. Silverton.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

And A Child Shall Lead, 7:30 p.m. Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road. True story of Jewish children who found hope in the midst of a WWII concentration camp. $6, $5. Tickets required. Presented by Sycamore Junior High School Drama Club. 686-1760, ext. 2594. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 8 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township. S A T U R D A Y, N O V. 2 1

ART EXHIBITS

Natural Selections, noon-4 p.m. Raymond Walters College Muntz Hall. Free. 745-5600; www.uc.edu/darwin. Blue Ash.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Madeira Historical Society General Membership Meeting, noon-1 p.m. Discussion of $60,000 grant money from the state of Ohio, including construction plans at the Miller House. Panel of Madeira Korean War Veterans to follow at 1 p.m. Madeira Branch Library, 7200 Miami Ave. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Madeira Historical Society. 240-4348. Madeira.

COOKING CLASSES

Chef Rob’s Cooking Class, 1 p.m. Brined roasted turkey, rosemary pancetta sweet potatoes, gingered carrot cranberry salad and angel food cake with ganache fresh berries and pine nut brittle. Kroger Fresh Fare Kenwood, 5575 E. Galbraith Road. Free. Registration required. 686-7900. Kenwood.

CRAFT SHOWS

Holiday Bazaar and Luncheon, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Hartzell United Methodist Church, 891-8527. Blue Ash. Sycamore Arts & Crafts Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road. More than 180 vendors and artists. Musical performances, bake sale, raffle, and more. Benefits Sycamore Community Schools’ instrument departments. Free. Presented by Sycamore Band & Orchestra Boosters. 686-1770; www.sbob.org. Montgomery. Holiday Craft Sale, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Meier’s Wine Cellars, 6955 Plainfield Road. Free. Presented by RMAS, LLC Productions. 3515888. Silverton.

EDUCATION

Pet First Aid, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. American Red Cross Blue Ash Chapter, 10870 Kenwood Road. Red Cross course in first aid for emergencies in cats and dogs. Bring four-legged stuffed animal. $35. Registration required. Presented by American Red Cross Cincinnati Area Chapter. 792-4000; www.cincinnatiredcross.org. Blue Ash. Pediatric First Aid, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. American Red Cross Blue Ash Chapter, 10870 Kenwood Road. Red Cross course in emergency care for infants and children. Meets Ohio and Kentucky daycare licensing requirements. $65. Registration required. Presented by American Red Cross Cincinnati Area Chapter. 792-4000; www.cincinnatiredcross.org. Blue Ash.

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EXERCISE CLASSES

A Laughter Yoga Experience, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road. Combines laughter exercises and yoga breathing to give health benefits of hearty laughter. $10. Registration required. 985-6732; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

FARMERS MARKET

Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

MUSIC - CLASSICAL

Music at Ascension Chamber Concert Series, 7 p.m. Featuring Sycamore High School choirs with Kenneth Holdt, director. Ascension Lutheran Church, 7333 Pfeiffer Road. Free, donations accepted. 793-3288. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - STUDENT THEATER

And A Child Shall Lead, 7:30 p.m. Sycamore Junior High School, $6, $5. Tickets required. 686-1760, ext. 2594. Montgomery.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 4 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township. Our Town, 8 p.m. Mayerson JCC, $15, $12 ages 11 and under. 793-6237. Amberley Village.

RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

Cafe Chabad with Coffee Emporium, 8 p.m.-11 p.m. Chabad Jewish Center, 3977 Hunt Road. Adults only. Includes coffee, food, entertainment and socializing. $15, $12 advance by Nov. 12. Registration recommended. 793-5200. Blue Ash.

SHOPPING

Gift Wrapping and Bow Demonstration, 1 p.m. The Container Store, 5901 E. Galbraith Road. Includes giveaways. Free. 745-0600; www.containerstore.com. Sycamore Township. S U N D A Y, N O V. 2 2

ART EXHIBITS

Madison Clayworks Pottery Group, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Madison Clayworks, 321-4458; www.madisonclayworks.com. Madisonville.

COOKING CLASSES

Williams-Sonoma Tech Class, 11 a.m. Thanksgiving Classics. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Led by culinary experts. Free. Registration required. Through Nov. 29. 7933445. Kenwood.

ON STAGE - THEATER

A Tuna Christmas, 2 p.m. Walton Creek Theater, $17. Reservations recommended. 6841236. Columbia Township. The Magic of Chuck Arkin, 3 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Professional magic show. Part of Family Time Series. $6, $5 advance by Nov. 20. Reservations recommended. 722-7226. Amberley Village. Our Town, 3 p.m. Mayerson JCC, $15, $12 ages 11 and under. 793-6237. Amberley Village.

PROVIDED.

Williams-Sonoma is hosting the Thanksgiving Essentials at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood. The event includes demonstrations and is free. Call 793-3445. M O N D A Y, N O V. 2 3

ART & CRAFT CLASSES Beginning Art/Painting Class, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Whatever Works Wellness Center, 7433 Montgomery Road. $15. Registration recommended. Through Jan. 25. 791-9428; www.whateverworkswellness.com. Silverton. ART EXHIBITS

Queen City Artists Past and Present and Cincinnati Characters, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Eisele Gallery of Fine Art. Free. 7917717; www.eiselefineart.com. Fairfax. Natural Selections, 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Raymond Walters College Muntz Hall. Free. 7455600; www.uc.edu/darwin. Blue Ash.

CIVIC

Computer and TV Recycling Drop-Off, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2trg, $20 TVs over 60 pounds, $10 TVs under 60 pounds, free for other items. 946-7766. Blue Ash.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

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

COOKING CLASSES

Williams-Sonoma Tech Class, 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Classics. Williams-Sonoma. Free. Registration required. 793-3445. Kenwood.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 891-4227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

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COOKING EVENTS

Festive Drinks, 11 a.m. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.

FARMERS MARKET

Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 8914227. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Turner Farm, 561-7400. Indian Hill.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Baby Sitter Training Course, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. American Red Cross Blue Ash Chapter, 10870 Kenwood Road. Ages 11-15. Learn accident prevention, first aid, diapering and feeding. $40. Registration required. Presented by American Red Cross Cincinnati Area Chapter. 792-4000; www.cincinnatiredcross.org. Blue Ash.

KARAOKE AND OPEN MIC

Karaoke Night, 9 p.m. Crowne Plaza Hotel Blue Ash, 5901 Pfeiffer Road. Lobby Lounge. 793-4500; www.crowneplaza.com/blueash. Blue Ash.

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COOKING CLASSES Mixing It Up … Kids in the Kitchen, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Celebration. Thanksgiving goodies with whimsical twist. The Growing Room, 7754 Camargo Road. $25. Reservations required. 8913560. Madeira. COOKING EVENTS

Last Minute Thanksgiving Tips, 11 a.m. Williams-Sonoma, 7875 Montgomery Road. Demonstration. Free. 793-3445. Kenwood.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Mobile Mammography Unit, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jewish Hospital Medical Office Building, 4750 E. Galbraith Road. Fifteen-minute screenings. Cost varies per insurance plan. Financial assistance available for qualified applicants. Appointment required. Presented by Jewish Hospital. 686-3300. Kenwood.

MUSIC - JAZZ

Cincinnati Gypsy Jazz Society, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. With Hot Club of Terrace Park, guitarist Sasha Strunjas, trumpeter Chris Miller of the Modulators and other guests. Dilly Cafe, 6818 Wooster Pike. Jamming encouraged. Ages 18 and up. Free. 561-5233. Mariemont.

PUBLIC HOURS

Kenwood Towne Centre, noon-6 p.m. Kenwood Towne Centre, 745-9100; www.kenwoodtowncentre.com. Kenwood.

RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

Pastor’s Prayer Time, 9 a.m.-9:25 a.m. Living Word Fellowship, 9781 Fields Ertel Road. Steve and Tara Peele, senior pastors. Presented by Equipping Ministries International. 677-8500. Loveland. Rabbi Edythe Mencher, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Isaac M. Wise Temple, 8329 Ridge Road. Coauthor of “Resilience of the Soul: Developing Emotional and Spiritual Resilience in Adolescents and Their Families” speaks on “Great Girls to Wonderful Women: Raising Confident, Competent Daughters.” $5. Reservations recommended. 531-8958. Amberley Village.

SHOPPING

Gift Wrapping and Bow Demonstration, 1 p.m. The Container Store. Free. 745-0600; www.containerstore.com. Sycamore Township. PROVIDED

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” will play the Aronoff Center through Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Saturday; and at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. It is the musical story of showbiz buddies putting on a show at a Vermont inn. Tickets are $24.50-$64.50. Call 1-800-982-2787 or visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/cincinnati.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Jewish Book Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Northern Hills Synagogue, 5714 Fields Ertel Road. Books, music, cookbooks and activity books for ages 1-15. 931-6040; www.kehillacincy.com. Symmes Township.

PROVIDED

Rhonda Coullet is Vera Sanders, Christopher Marchant is Dennis Sanders, Bobby Taylor is Stanley Sanders and Tess Hartman is June Sanders in Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's production of “Sanders Family Christmas: More Smoke on the Mountain.” The comedy runs through Dec. 31 in the Playhouse’s Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre. For tickets call 513-4213888 or visit www.cincyplay.com.

Life

November 18, 2009

Suburban Life

Has marriage become too frail to carry our dreams? Marriage is being scrutinized today because of its disappearing stability. So is the earth being scrutinized because of its disappearing glaciers. So is organized religion because of its disappearing congregations. Whenever crucial elements of life start fading our concern for them escalates. We worry about marriage because of its immense impact on the collective and individual welfare of society. Our country has the highest divorce rate in the world. “We divorce, re-partner and remarry faster than people in any other country,” says Andrew Cherlin, a Johns Hopkins sociologist, in his book, “The MarriageGo-Round.” A recent column in Time magazine (Aug. 24 and 31) addressed the same concern titled, “Americans Marry Too Much.” It expressed a legitimate worry about our kids, “American kids are more likely than those in other developed countries to live in a household with a revolving cast of parents, stepparents, and live-in partners moving in and out of their lives – a pattern

A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial pre-marriage “preparation courses,” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level. which is definitely not good for children.” Cherlin was amazed to find out that American kids born to married couples experienced 6 percent more household disruption by age 15 than Swedish kids born to unmarried parents. “Remember, we’re talking about the ‘avant-garde’ Swedes compared to the ‘conservative’ Americans,” Cherlin says. The bottom line is that while marriage is good for kids, it’s best when it results in a stable home. Or, as Cherlin puts it, “Many of the problems faced by American’s children stem not from parents marrying too little but rather too often.” What’s gone wrong? It would take volumes to try to assess. One factor is that most couples still embark on the

marriage journey believing that “all we need is love and good sex.” Interestingly, too many still mistake infatuation and active hormones as convincing proof that love exists. Nor do they realize what else is needed even when genuine love is present. M. Bridget Brennan and Jerome L. Shen, in their book “Claiming Our Deepest Desires,” point out important elements missing in today’s new marriages: “Navigational tools of communication, conflict resolution, deep listening, willingness to admit errors and wrongdoings, a sense of humor, trust and emotional maturity are all necessary in a good and lasting marriage.” To these I would add a solid sense of commitment. That’s not just a casual

promise but a vow from the deepest core of ourself, that come good times or bad, we’ll both work on our relationship throughout life. A marriage relationship is a dynamic living organism undergoing various stages, cycles, rhythms and moods. Despite superficial premarriage “preparation courses,” most go into a marriage relationship at a rather superficial level. Few expect a lifetime of work. We do not know our self or our spouse as well as we think we do. And what we don’t know can hurt us. Marriage is a process of self-discovery as well as spouse-discovery. That’s why Gary and

Betsy Ricucci quipped to newlyweds, “One of the best wedding gifts God gave you was a full-length mirror called your spouse. Had there been a card attached, it would have said, ‘Here’s to helping you discover what you’re really like.’ ” Psychologically and spiritually the other human we marry is, in the truest sense, to be a helpmate in our selfawareness and growth. The process of self-discovery and spouse discovery is an unending challenge. We are either going forward, going backward, or trying to live our relationship on cruise control – which means coasting along effortlessly.

Y e t , can anything lovi n g , enduring and beautiful ever be constructed without personal effort?

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November 18, 2009

Rita’s readers resurrect Fern’s beloved chili Writing this column week after week never gets “old” to me. As I’ve mentioned before, it’s the sharing of recipes and stories that make it a popular read. Apparently Fern Storer, food editor at the Cincinnati Post for a very long time, had the same relationship with Rita her readHeikenfeld ers. Rita’s kitchen P Wa h emn Ti m m e asked for Fern’s chili recipe, I had no idea the response would be so great. I figured a few of you might have a copy. Well, not only did I get a couple dozen responses; one reader offered to send me a copy of Fern’s cookbook (and I will definitely accept!). So thanks, thanks, thanks to all of you who shared recipes and stories of

this unique lady. I wish I had met her. I understand she was an enthusiastic gardener, as well. I know my Mom liked Fern’s recipes, and that to me was a great endorsement. I made the chili during a demo at Macy’s on Saturday, and everyone loved the mild taste and thick consistency.

Taste of Lebanon

St. Anthony of Padua Church’s fall festival will take place noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22. The church is located at 2530 Victory Parkway, East Walnut Hills. The festival will feature authentic Lebanese cuisine made by the St. Anthony of Padua parishioners. Traditional dishes such as kibbee, falafel, stuffed cabbage rolls and grape leaves, hummus, salad, and green beans and rice will be available. There will be pastries for dessert. Food items are purchased à la carte and carryout is available. Parking is free. For details, call 513-961-0120.

Fern Storer’s chili

Jean King, a Loveland reader, brought this in personally to me. By the way, Fern was a very detailed recipe writer. She wanted her readers to be able to recreate her recipes without one problem. Here’s my adaptation from her 1989 cookbook. Mount Healthy reader Rob Hiller sent me the recipe, as well, along with the Cincinnati chili story Fern had as a sideline. Rob substituted 1⁄4 each ground cloves and allspice for the 6 whole called in the recipe.

1 pound ground beef (not hamburger – I used sirloin) 6 each: whole cloves and allspice, tied in cheesecloth, coffee filter, tea ball, etc. or 1 ⁄4 teaspoon each ground 1 ⁄2 of a medium-size onion, more if you like, chopped (I used about 1 cup) 1 clove garlic, finely minced, or 1⁄4 teaspoon powdered garlic or garlic salt (I used a teaspoon fresh garlic) Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chili powder (start with 2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano 28 oz. diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon brown sugar (I didn’t use) 1 ⁄4 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce, optional (I didn’t use) 1-2 regular size cans kidney beans with their liquid 1 ⁄2 cup dry red wine (a mellow burgundy), optional but good (I didn’t use) Cook ground beef until red color is almost gone. Add everything but beans and wine. Simmer gently and cook uncovered, about 20 minutes. Add beans and wine and

cook another 15 minutes or so. It will be fairly thick. If it becomes thicker than you like, a cup or so of water may be added. Also, if you cool and refrigerate it, you will probably need to add a little water to the amount you reheat. This will make eight to 10 generous servings.

Taffy apple salad for Thanksgiving

Reader Laurel Muhlenbruch shares this favorite recipe. She also shared a wonderful carrot cake recipe from her mother-in-law, Doris Szegda, who lives in Canandaigua, N.Y. The carrot cake is a much requested holiday and birthday cake recipe. It’s in our online version of this column at www.communitypress.com. 20 oz. pineapple chunks or crushed 2 cups mini-marshmallows 2 tablespoon flour 1 ⁄2 cup sugar

COURTESY RITA HEIKENFELD

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD Holiday lights

Hamilton County Park District is hosting Holiday in Lights from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. It is a one-mile, drive-through outdoor lights and themed figures display. The cost is $12 per car, $45 for buses and 15-passenger vans, $2 coupon available online. Call 769-0393 or visit www.holidayinlights.com.

Arts, crafts

Sycamore Band & Orchestra Boosters is hosting the Sycamore Arts & Crafts Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road, Montgomery. It will feature more than 180 vendors, musical performances, bake sale, raffle, and more. Benefits the Sycamore schools’ instrument departments. Call 686-1770 or visit www.sbob.org.

Lecture

Montgomery Woman’s Club is hosting its Town Hall Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. at Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road; and 8 p.m. at Sycamore Junior High School, 5757 Cooper Road. The event is with author Lori Borgman. The cost is $35. Registration is required. Call 684-1632 or visit www.montgomerywomansclub.org/.

Psychic festival

The Victory of Light Psychic Festival is from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, at Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville. The event features vendors, seminars, intuitive readers, alternative healing practitioners and more. Individual readings available for fee. It is family friendly. The cost is $20 two days, $12; $2

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Suburban Life

November 18, 2009

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Change a life – Volunteer to tutor an adult with low-level literacy skills or GED preparation needs. Call 621READ. 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. The next training sessions are 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4. Call 612-5830. Inktank – Group looking for volunteers to help children and adults improve their skills in writing-based initiatives. Call 542-0195.

Entertainment

Business Volunteers for the Arts – BVA is accepting applications from business professionals with at least three years experience, interested 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 2412600. 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.

Health care

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. Destiny Hospice – is seeking caring and compassionate people to make a difference in the life of a person living with terminal illness. No special skills or experience needed; simply a willingness to help provide comfort and support. Orientation is scheduled to fit the volunteer’s schedule. Opportunities are available throughout the Cincinnati, Middletown and Butler County area. Contact Anne at 554-6300, or ababcock@destinyhospice.com.

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 – is 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 making visits to patients. Training is provided to fit volunteers’ schedules. Call Jacqueline at 731-6100, and Shauntay 8315800 for information. Hospice of Southwest Ohio – Seeks volunteers to help in providing hospice services, Call 770-0820, ext. 111 or e-mail 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 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 volunteers 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-today 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. Wellness Community – Provides free support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. Volunteers needed to work at special events, health fairs, bulk mailings and other areas. Visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org and click on “volunteer” to sign up. Call 791-4060, ext. 19.

Miscellaneous

Gospel Mission – are looking for volunteers to be a part of their Thanksgiving celebration, Fall Fest 2009. Come and enjoy a meal, meet a new neighbor and share in this celebration. The most meaningful gift during the holiday season is time, sitting and sharing with others who may not have people in their daily lives. There are many ways to help with Fall Feast. To volunteer for this event, visit www.fallfeast.org and click on “Want to help?” Contact Brie Rogers at fallfeast@givebackcincinnat.org with questions. No experience necessary – Seeking volunteers to help with autism program based on the book “Son-Rise” by Barry Neil-Kaufman. No experience necessary. Call 231-1948. Sayler Park Community Center – is looking for volunteers to help with youth instructional sports and art classes between 2-6 p.m. weekdays. Volunteers need to be at least 18 years of age and a police check is required. Contact 9410102 for more information. SCORE-Counselors to America’s Small Business – A non-profit association seeking experienced business people to counsel others who are or wish to go into business. Call 684-2812 or visit www.scorechapter34.org. Tristate Volunteers – For adults of all ages, supporting some of the best-known events in the area. Call 766-2002, ext. 4485, visit www.tristatevolunteers.org or email info@tristatevolunteers.org. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary– The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary supports the U.S. Coast Guard (MSD Cincinnati) in Homeland Security, marine environmental protection, radio watch standing and Marine events, such as Tall Stacks and the WEBN Fireworks all without pay. They also teach Ohio Boating Safety, boating/seamanship and give free boat safety checks per the Ohio, Kentucky or Indian regulations. To volunteer, call 554-0789 or e-mail grutherford100@hotmail.com. Youth In Planning – Teen volunteers needed for network project to inform communities about public planning. Visit www.OurTownPage.com or e-mail YouthInPlanning@cinci.rr.com.

Seniors

Anderson Senior Center – needs volunteers to teach computer courses in the evening. Computer sessions in basic computer instruction, intermediate computer instruction run once a week for five weeks. Instructors are also needed to teach one time classes of buying on ebay, digital photo, simple excel. The center has a baby grand piano and is in need of

someone to play from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Call Libby Feck at 474-3100. Clermont Senior Services – invites area residents to get to know seniors in their communities by engaging in the Meals-on-Wheels and Friendly Neighbors/Shoppers programs. Volunteer opportunities are available in the Milford, Loveland, Union and Miami townships, Owensville, and Batavia Township. Call volunteer coordinator Sharon Brumagem at 536-4060. Meals on wheels – Seeks volunteers to deliver meals for Sycamore Senior Center’s program in the Loveland, Blue Ash, Indian Hill, Montgomery, Sycamore Township, Symmes Township and West Chester areas. Call 984-1234 or 686-1013. To volunteer in Mount Washington or Anderson Township, call 474-3100.

Social Services

American Cancer Society – Seeks volunteers for office help, assistance in resale shop, new recruits for the Young Professionals group, Relay For Life team captains, cancer survivors to help with support groups and more. Call 1-888ACS-OHIO. Cincinnati Association for the Blind – Seeks volunteers in all areas, especially drivers available during the day. Weekend and evening hours also available. Call at 487-4217. Clovernook Center for the Blind – contact Charlene Raaker, coordinator of volunteer services at 5222661 or craaker@clovernook.org for volunteer opportunities. Council on Child Abuse – Looking for volunteers who care about babies and their families. Volunteers will reinforce positive ways to manage infant crying and distribute information on the dangers of shaking babies. Call 936-8009. The Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Division of the March of Dimes – needs office volunteers. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayFriday, at 10806 Kenwood Road in Blue Ash. Contact Carol Panko at cpanko@marchofdimes.com or call 769-3588. Inter Parish Ministry has a variety of volunteer jobs available – work in the Choice Pantry, help in the office, organize and sort clothing for client families or help with special events. Also needs volunteers to assist with its Elder Ministry program at a local nursing home.

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Volunteers help residents play bingo on Monday afternoons for about an hour. Contact Connie at 561-3932 or visit www.interparish.org for more information. Lighthouse Youth Services – needs volunteer receptionist/development assistant three to five days a week in the morning. The development assistant will answer phones, greet visitors, manage the front desk, assist with mailings and other responsibilities as requested. Call Tynisha Worthy at 487-7151, e-mail volunteer@lys.org. The office is at 1501 Madison Road, second floor. Outreach Programs – Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Outreach Programs of Cincinnati Inc. provides community education, referrals, interventions, assessments, short-term counseling, advocacy, training, community outreach and substance abuse prevention training. Call 636-5459. ProKids – ProKids trains volunteers to become CASAs – Court Appointed Special Advocates. Each CASA is assigned to a foster child, making sure the child is safe, that the child’s needs are met, and helping each child move into a safe, permanent and nurturing home. Most CASAs spend two to four hours a week on their case. Contact Glenna Miller at 281-2000, Ext. 101 or gmiller@prokidscasa.org. Visit www.prokids.org. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul – needs volunteers to assist with incoming social service phone requests. Responsibilities include assessing eligibility, scheduling appointments and offering alternate referrals as appropriate. Help is needed during regular office hours, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday–Friday, at SVDP’s headquarters at 1125 Bank St. Call 562-8841, ext. 233. Stepping Stones Center – for children and adults with disabilities needs volunteers for children’s summer day camp and for residential camps for children and adults. Programs are in Indian Hill and in Batavia. Ask about possible camp bus transportation available from community pick-up sites. Volunteers must be 13 and older. Camp sessions run from June through August. Day camp is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Volunteers can choose flexible day schedules. Call Sarah Bosley, 8314660, Ext. 26 or e-mail sarah. bosley@steppingstonescenter.org.

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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. Winton Woods City Schools – Wants to match community members who are interested in volunteering in the schools with the students. Volunteer opportunities at Winton Woods Primary North and South, middle school and high school. Volunteers who would have oneon-one contact with students outside of a classroom are required to have a background check. To volunteer, contact Gina Burnett at burnett.gina@wintonwoods.org or 619-2301. 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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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden – needs volunteers in the volunteer education program. Volunteers will 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.org, or visit www.cincinnatizoo.org. Grailville – needs volunteers for the garden in Loveland. Volunteer days are 9 a.m. to 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 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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November 18, 2009

Community

Library levy

Levy Campaign Chair Bill Moran, left, offered his appreciation to all of the many volunteers who contributed to the campaign’s success and to the community for its support. Library Board President Betsy LaMacchia, right, thanked Moran for his outstanding leadership in running a successful campaign.

Campaign staff and volunteers of the Citizens for Your Library’s Future hold up hand-made signs to thank Hamilton County residents for their support of Issue 7 last week. “Throughout the levy campaign and into the voting booth, Hamilton County residents have shown tremendous support for the Library and the levy,” said Kim Fender, executive director of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton. “We have been overwhelmed and deeply touched by the support of Hamilton County voters, especially in these difficult economic times.”

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Kim Fender, executive director of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton, addresses the crowd Nov. 3.

Campaign staff and volunteers of the Citizens for Your Library’s Future hold up hand-made signs to thank Hamilton County residents for their support of Issue 7.

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“Throughout the levy campaign and into the voting booth, Hamilton County residents have shown tremendous support for the library and the levy,” said Kim Fender, Executive Director of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton.

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Kids Against Hunger program to help children in Guatemala Salvador and Nicaragua the situation is grave and getting worse. From that need, a call for help has come to Cincinnati from the small country of Guatemala. As a result, hundreds of people from

this area have responded. Kids Against Hunger (a program of A Child’s Hope International, a nonprofit corporation, www.achildshopeintl.org ) will hold a special Pack-A-Thon for the starving children of

Guatemala from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at 4900 Hunt Road in Blue Ash (former Kroger building). More than 600 volunteers of all ages and from all over the area have signed up to pack thousands of specially formulated, high protein meals for immediate shipment. The event will occur on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. “The number of starving children and malnutrition rates in many countries are alarmingly high and are on the rise,” said Lawrence Bergeron, executive director of A Child’s Hope International. “Prolonged droughts, famine and political unrest in many parts of the world and the recent dramatic rise in food prices are making it difficult for children to survive. The U.N. World Food Programme reports that in Guatemala, a country of 13 million people, 50 percent of

children under age 5 suffer from malnourishment.” Bergeron continued, “Around the world, the number of people that are facing food anxieties and painful starvation is growing each year by nearly 4 million people. Over 30,000 children are dying daily from starvation and the effects of malnutrition.” Kids Against Hunger packets are being delivered to food pantries in the greater Cincinnati area, Appalachia and other parts of the world including Guatemala. In the 16 months since this non-profit charity opened in our area, over 1.6 million packets have been delivered locally, nationally, and internationally. This remarkable program can feed a hungry child for just 25 cents a day. In fact, one volunteer working for just two hours can produce enough Kids Against Hunger packets to feed one

child for an entire year. More information about the event can be found at www.achildshopeintl.org/ Thanksgiving.html . None of the food ingredients are distributed by the government, discounted by stores or donated. All of the food ingredients for the high protein Kids Against Hunger meal packets are purchased from donations given by business groups, schools, churches, families and individuals. Tax deductible donations can be made online at www.achildshopeintl.org/ DonateNow.html. Only $10/month is needed to provide life saving food for a hungry child. The mission of A Child’s Hope International (www. achildshopeintl.org) is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children through adoption, foster care, orphan care and humanitarian relief.

Montgomery resident wins Jefferson Award By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com

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Montgomery resident Beatrice Lampkin, professor emerita of the Pediatrics, Hematology/Oncology Division at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and founder of GLAD (Giving Life A Dream) House, Inc., was named a Jefferson Award winner. The Jefferson Awards were established in 1972 by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, former U.S. Sen. Robert Taft Jr. and Sam Beard, a program chair for each of the last seven presidents of the United States, as part of the American Institute for Public Service. It was designed to be a “Nobel Prize” for public and community service. Jefferson Awards are presented nationally and locally. National award recipients represent a “Who’s Who” of Americans, such as Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, Colin Powell, Bob Hope and Sandra Day O’Connor. Lampkin was the first female director of Hematology/Oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the first female director of a hematology/oncology division in the country. She devoted her life to curing kids with cancer and now

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Montgomery resident Beatrice Lampkin (seated in front) is surrounded by GLAD House well-wishers (from left) Mary Schwaderer, board president; Spencer Liles, board member; Estelle Riley, co-founder; Barbarie Hill, co-founder; David Lindner, board member; Milton Schwartz, original board member, and Dick Tuten, retired board member. crusades for GLAD House, an organization that aims to improve the lives of children and their families by breaking the cycle of addiction and promoting mental health among children. Lampkin and two other members of the Outreach and Mission Committee of Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church in February 1993 came up with the idea for helping the children of substance-abusing parents. A year later, GLAD House was formed. To date, GLAD

House has served more than 400 children and their families. “Dr. Lampkin has enriched countless lives at GLAD House and across the tristate region through her caring, compassionate medical expertise and her ability to befriend nearly every person she meets,” said Julia Robertson, marketing coordinator of the Hematology/Oncology Division. “These intangible qualities have immeasurable value.”

Community

November 18, 2009

Suburban Life

RELIGION Armstrong Chapel United Methodist Church

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Divorce Care,â&#x20AC;? a 13-week program that addresses emotional issues associated with divorce, is being offered through Nov. 30. The sessions are offered free of charge from 7-9 p.m. at the church. Experts on topics such as anger, resentment and loneliness will conduct the meetings in a support group setting. Contact Melanie Stearns at 561-4220. The chapel is at 5125 Drake Road, Indian Hill; 561-4220.

Ascension Lutheran Church

Ascensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday worship service is at 10 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum begin at 9 a.m. A nursery is provided during the worship service. The church is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288; www.ascensionlutheranchurch.com.

Calvary Presbyterian Church

The church is hosting its annual Turkey Dinner Saturday, Dec. 5. Everything is homemade by the congregants. It includes turkey, dressing, gravy, green beans, rolls and pie. It also includes a raffle, bake tables and a bazaar area. Dinner seats are scheduled for 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Call 561-1942 for details and tickets. The church is at 7416 Elm St., at Walton Creek Road, Plainville; 271-2196.

Church of God of Prophecy

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

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

Mother/Daughter Circle will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22, in the church kitchen to make gingerbread houses. Call the church to make a reservation. Watch for Cookies and Santa from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. The event features games, crafts, clowns, refreshments and pictures taken with Santa. It is free. Advent Vesper Service is at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6. The event features â&#x20AC;&#x153;Journey of Promisesâ&#x20AC;? by Joseph Martin with choir and full orchestra. It is free. The Drive Through Nativity is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. It features live animals. Live actors tell the Christmas story in 10 scenes. It is free. Kids Morning Out is from 9 a.m. to noon every Monday through Thursday. It is open to children 6 months-kindergarten. The cost is $10 for one child and $15 for families of two or more. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 791-3142; www.cos-umc.org.

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Kenwood Fellowship Church

The church has a new contemporary worship service from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. The services will feature contemporary worship music in a relaxed atmosphere with biblical teaching that will resonate with the fast-paced lifestyles that many of us find ourselves in today. The church is at 7205 Kenwood Road; 891-9768.

Loveland United Methodist

The new service times are 8:30 to 9:20 a.m. for the Traditional Service, 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. for the Contemporary Service and Sunday School and 11 a.m. to noon for the Blended Service and Sunday School. Join the United Methodist Women from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. the first Thursday morning of each month for UMW, a time of fellowship, devotion and ministry at LUMC. The purpose of the UMW is â&#x20AC;&#x153;to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.â&#x20AC;? The church is at 10975 S. Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-1738.

Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church

The church will celebrate the Advent

season with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breakfast in Bethlehemâ&#x20AC;? from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. The cost is $5 and includes materials for crafts. A photographer will be available to take family photos. Reservations are required. Call 791-4470. The church is at 8000 Miami Ave., Madeira; 791-4470.

Mariemont Community Church

The church is hosting a Communitywide Pancake Breakfast from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Parish Center, 3908 Plainville Road. Invite someone you are thankful for (neighbor, family member, friend). Visit the MCC Web site (Pancakes.MariemontChurch.org) for a printable invitation you can use to invite those special people. The event will include crafts for children, door prizes and entertainment. They will also be collecting items for the Inter Parish Ministry in Newtown. They are in need of canned fruit, canned meat and boxed cereal. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. For more information, E-mail pancakes@mariemontchurch.org or call the church office at 271-4376. The church is at 3908 Plainville Road, Mariemont; 271-4376.

Montgomery Assembly of God

The Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Holiday Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, at Montgomery Assembly of God. It is free and open to all ages. Enjoy the festive sounds of Christmas, as the Orchestra joins the Cincinnati Brass Band, the Cincinnati Boychoir and the Cincinnati Choral Society. Also, a tribute to composer Bonia Shur, director of Liturgical Arts at Hebrew Union College. Call 232-0949. The church is at 7950 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-6169.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church

Worship times: 5 p.m. Saturdays; 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays. Silent Auction to benefit POPKids preschool will run Friday, Nov. 13, through Thursday, Nov. 19. Prior yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; auctions included event tickets, vacation homes, sports memorabilia and personal services. Senior Out to Lunch Bunch meets at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at

Hartzell United Methodist

The United Methodist Women are hosting their annual Hartzell Holiday Craft Bazaar & Luncheon from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20; and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. A luncheon of turkey tetrazini, green beans, cranberry jello salad, cake and beverage will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20. The cost is $8. The Chums & JR HI Youth will serve a light lunch of homemade soups, barbeque, snacks and drinks from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. All are welcome to join the Monday Bible Study from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in Pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parlor; current study is a book by James Moore, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Attitude is Your Paintbrush.â&#x20AC;? More information available by contacting the church at 891-8527. The church is at 8999 Applewood Drive, Blue Ash; 891-8527.

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231-4445

Sunday Services

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BAPTIST Hyde Park Baptist Church Michigan & Erie Ave

513-321-5856 Bill Rillo, Pastor Sunday Worship Services: 11:00am & 6:00pm Sunday School: 9:45am Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm www.hydeparkbaptistchurch.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. GERTRUDE PARISH Church (513) 561-5954 â&#x20AC;˘ (513) 561-5020 School Miami Ave & Shawnee Run Rd. www.stgertrude.org Mass Schedule Daily: 7:00, 8:00 & 11:30AM Saturday: 4:30PM Sunday: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00AM 12:30 & 6:00PM

Sunday Service and Sunday School 10:30am Wednesday Testimonial Meeting 7:30pm Reading Room 3035 Erie Ave

CHURCH OF GOD CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

Sunday School 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Wed Night Bible Study 7:00 pm Pastor Ed Wilson 8105 Beech Avenue - Deer Park (Just off Galbraith across from Amity School) 513-793-7422 0000365014

Epiphany United Methodist Church

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

AMERICAN BAPTIST

First Church of Christ, Scientist 3035 Erie Ave 871-0245

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

The church is hosting Scrapbooking from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. nearly every third Monday. Free childcare is provided. You must register by 5 p.m. Friday before the Monday event. For more information, call the church at 891-1700. The dates are: Dec. 14, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 7, July 19 and Aug. 16. The church is at 7701 Kenwood Road, Kenwood; 891-1700.

St. Paul Church services are 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. for Traditional Worship and 9:30 a.m. for Contemporary Worship with Praise Band. Childcare is provided. The church is hosting a Unity Service Sunday, Nov. 22, as they continue the series, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tell Me Why? Answering Lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Questions.â&#x20AC;? The

sermon, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why Is It So Hard To Accept This Formula: Science + Faith= Life?â&#x20AC;? will be based on the scripture reading Genesis 1:1-5 & 26-31. The Unity Service will begin at 10 a.m. and childcare will be provided. Following the service, a soup luncheon will be served in the fellowship hall. The youth of the church are organizing a food drive for local pantries which will be collected on this Sunday. The church is at 8221 Miami Road, Madeira; 891-8181; www.stpaulcommunityumc.org.

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Connections Christian Church

Worship times are: Contemporary worship at 5 p.m. Saturdays, contemporary worship at 9 a.m. Sundays and traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. The church will host DivorceCare at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings beginning Dec. 2. If you have, or are going through a divorce, this class, led by Tom Kyle and April Office, offers hope and healing. Make your reservation by contacting Pastor Lisa, 677-9866. ext. 202. The church is at 6635 LovelandMiamiville Road, Loveland; 6779866.

G. Baileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at the corner of Fields Ertel and Montgomery. Call church to make reservations. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry on Saturday, Nov. 21, will be a day of Thanksgiving and Prayer. This will not be a group meeting, but a coordinated individual prayer event in which women will join together in prayer in their individual homes, committing to prayer during the hours between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Thanksgving Eve Worship is at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, to give thanks by gathering around the

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St. Paul Community United Methodist Church

Sunday Service 10:30am Cincinnati Country Day School 272-5800 www.horizoncc.com Indian Hill Episcopal Presbyterian Church 6000 Drake Rd Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 www.indianhillchurch.org Sunday Worship 8am & 10:30am Sunday School 10:30am Youth 7 & 8th grade 9:15am Youth 9 & 12th grade 11:45am Phone 561-6805 Fax 561-0894 INDIAN HILL Episcopal Presbyterian Church 6000 Drake Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45243 Phone 513-561-6805 Fax 513-561-0894 Sunday Worship 8am & 9:30am www.IndianHillChurch.org

LUTHERAN ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH

7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery (East of I-71 on Pfeiffer Rd) Worship Schedule 10:00 a.m. Worship and Holy Communion Baby sitter provided Pastor: Josh Miller ascensionlutheranchurch.com

Good Shepherd (E LCA) www.goodshepherd.com

7701 Kenwood Rd.

513.891.1700

(across from Kenwood Towne Centre) Saturday night at 5:00 and Sunday morning at 8:00, 9:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Pastors: Larry Donner, Pat Badkey, Jesse Abbott

UNITED METHODIST 7515 Forest Rd. at Beechmont Ave 231-4172 Sr. Pastor Mark Rowland Ann Luzader, Mike Carnevale Traditional Service 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Service 9:30 & 11:00am (Nursery care from 9:15am-12:15pm.) Sunday School for Children & Adults at 9:30am & 11:00am. Youth Fellowship (grade 7-12), 6-8pm. www.andersonhillsumc.org

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8290 Batavia-Pike - Route 32 Pastor: Lonnie & Erica Richardson Wednesday Evening Services - 7:00pm Sunday Morning Worship - 10:45 am

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8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "So You Think You Are Blessed!" Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am

100 Miami Ave, Terrace Park,OH 831-2052 www.stthomasepiscopal.org Sunday 7:45am Rite I Eucharist 9:00am Rite 2 Eucharist For All People 11:15am Rite 2 Choral Eucharist Childcare Provided for all Eucharists

EVANGELICAL COVENANT

Sundays 9:15am & 10:45am

8221 Miami Rd. (corner of Galbraith)

513-891-8181

NEW 9:30am Service -Innovative & High energy

Traditonal Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday School 9:30 & 11:00am www.stpaulcommunityumc.org

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Connections Christian Church 7421 East Galbraith Cincinnati, OH 45243

Phone: 513-791-8348 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax: 513-791-5648

Jeff Hill â&#x20AC;˘ Minister

www.connectionscc.org Worship Service 10:30am Sunday School 9:15 am

FAITH CHRISTIAN

FELLOWSHIP CHURCH (Preaching the Gospel of Hope) 6830 School Street (Newtown)

271-8442

Dr. R. Edgar Bonniwell, Sr. Minister

www.cfcfc.org Sun. Worship 10am Wed. Worship & Bible Study Service 7pm Sunday School - All Ages 9-10:00am New National Seminary Emerging www.Kingswellseminary.org

NorthStar Vineyard Community Church

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

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vineyard eastgate community church Located @ 1005 Old S.R. 74 (@ Tealtown Rd. in Eastgate)

Sunday Services 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 AM

513.753.1993 vineyardeastgate.org

PRESBYTERIAN MADEIRA SILVERWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

2010 Wolfangel Rd., Anderson Twp. 513-231-4301 Sunday Worship: 10:30am with Childrens Church & Nursery PASTOR JONATHAN KOLLMANN

www.cloughchurch.org

HARTZELL UMC

8999 Applewood Dr Blue Ash 891 8527

3850 E. Galbraith, Deer Park Next to Dillonvale Shopping Ctr www.TrinityCincinnati.org 791-7631 Worship Service - 10:00AM Sunday School - 10:15AM Pastor Randy Wade Murphy

Building Homes Relationships & Families

Nursery Care Provided

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

ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH & ST. THOMAS NURSERY SCHOOL

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at:

Word and Holy Communion. The church is at 101 South Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-4244.

(off Larchview, off Plainfield at Cross County Hwy.) email: hartzell-umc@fuse.net Sunday School 9 AM & 10:30 AM Sunday Worship 9 AM & 10:30 AM Child Care provided 10:30AM

Rev. Robert Roberts, Pastor

MT. WASHINGTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 6365 Corbly Road 513-231-3946 Rev. Thomas A. Gaiser Sunday Worship 10:45am Adult Sunday School 9:30am Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday School 10:45am Visitors Welcomed "A Family in Christ and a Beacon of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Love for Over 150 Years"

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www.madeirachurch.org 8000 Miami Ave. 791-4470 Contemporary Worship 9:00 am

Church School for Everyone 10:10 am

Traditional Worship 11:15 am Child Care available at all times

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST HERITAGE UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN CHURCH

2710 Newtown Rd. 231-8634 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School classes and nursery care for children and youth

â&#x20AC;&#x153;One Church, Many Pathsâ&#x20AC;? www.huuc.net

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST United Church of Christ in Oakley

871-3136 4100 Taylor Ave E-Mail uccoakley@juno.com

www.community-cleveland.com/cc/uccoakley Judy Jackson, Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:00am Adult Bible Study 9:00am, Youth Sunday School 10:00am Childcare provided for Infants and Toddlers â&#x20AC;&#x153;Partners with Jesus in the Community and the Worldâ&#x20AC;?

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PROVIDED

The Northern Kentucky University Chamber Choir performs for the crowd gathered during last year’s John L. Magro Foundation fundraiser at Peterloon Estate.

Art comes to village, scholarships to students By Rob Dowdy rdowdy@communitypress.com

This fundraiser has been going on for 10 years, and numerous college students have benefited from the generosity of those in attendance. The John L. Magro Foundation is conducting its 10th annual event to raise scholarship money for

music and arts students from the University of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky University. The Sunday, Nov. 22, event will showcase artists from the two schools. In the early part of the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to study the various pieces of student art that will be placed around the Peterloon Estate.

Those in attendance will then listen to numerous performances varying from classical guitar to operatic classics. Foundation board member Sally Heckscher said the John L. Magro Foundation isn’t a big group, and therefore isn’t capable of handing out large scholarships. The foundation, however, has handed out approxi-

mately $4,000 to $5,000 in scholarships in each of the last 10 years. “We try to be as generous as possible,” Heckscher said. Christine Willis, a board member with the foundation, said the event aims to both raise money for talented performers and artists, as well as bring talent to Peterloon. “It’s really a fun event,” she said.

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Along with musical performances from students at the University of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky University, art students from those schools also display their pieces throughout Peterloon Estate.

What’s going on?

What: scholarship fundraiser, hosted by the John L. Magro Foundation When: 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 Where: Peterloon Estate, 8605 Hopewell Road For more information on how to attend this event, call 616-1245.

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individual style. More than 350 local girls will walk the runway over the weekend in support of the Aubrey Rose Foundation. The American Girl Fashion Show provides an entertaining and educational look at how generations of American Girls have used clothing to express their

own unique style and personality. The entire show is performed by local children to help raise money for families caring for sick children in our community and around the world. Ticket price includes the performance, a meal and souvenirs for children. Aubrey Rose Hol-

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Tom and Cathy of Hamilton County will be celebrating their 50th Wedding anniversary. The couple was married November 14, 1959 in Minneapolis MN at St. Bridgets Catholic Church. Tom is still currently working for Combonie Missionaries. The couple have 4 children Steve, Barb (Keith), Colleen (Paul), Craig (Brenda). The couple is blessed with 8 Grandchildren. Corrie and Cassie age 18 in Texas, Jacob 11, Emma 8, Adam 6, in Kentucky, Haley 15, McKenzie 3, Brady 18 Months in Wisconsin. They have lived in Hamilton County for 20 years. Celebration will be held in late December when the family is gathered together.

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lenkamp died suddenly and unexpectedly two days shy of her third birthday. She endured a heart and double lung transplant at 18 months and smiled continuously throughout her life. The foundation has helped thousands of local families since founded in 2000 through grants, scholarships, gifts and more. The foundation also helped their second international child, Hannah (4year old from the Philippines) who came to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital last summer to receive a lifesaving heart surgery. The show is recommended for girls ages 4-13, their families and dolls. The show is at Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati. Fashion show dates and times are: 7 p.m. Friday, April 23; 9:30 a.m., 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 24; and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday, April 25. Proceeds from the American Girl Fashion Show go to the Aubrey Rose Foundation a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. The fashion show tickets are $35 per person. Garage rates apply for show parking. Purchase tickets at www.aubreyrose.org.

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November 18, 2009

Birds, bulbs for the winter

Amaryllis a favorite

Amaryllis is one of the easiest bulbs to bring into flower, not only for the holidays, but over the winter as well. Amaryllis are available in many different colors, single and double blooms. Now here are a few tips for growing amaryllis in your home: • When buying your amaryllis bulbs, remember, the larger the bulb, the more flower stalks it will have – which means more flowers! You’ll find different sizes with different costs available in your local garden stores. • Plant your amaryllis bulb in a 6- to 8-inch pot (good drainage), using a top

grade potting soil. Plant the bulb so that it’s buried up to the bottom of the of the Ron Wilson neck bulb, and In the water it in. • Place garden your newly planted amaryllis in a warm, well lit area, and water sparingly at first, then water as needed once it starts to grow. Let the soil get close to dry before watering each time. • It usually takes about 6-8 weeks for the bulb to flower, so plan accordingly. Planting amaryllis now, should have them starting to show colors just before Christmas. • Once the amaryllis flower is finished, cut it off (stalk and all) and grow your amaryllis indoors as a houseplant this winter, then outside during the summer. There’s a real good chance you can get it to flower again next year! And buy several bulbs, staggering their planting times about three to four weeks apart. Then you’ll have great indoor colors, all winter long!

Fragrant paperwhites

Here’s another way to light up the holidays and winter months indoors, but this time, you’ll get great colors and a great smell! That’s right – by planting paperwhite bulbs, not only will you add great colors indoors, but you’ll also add a wonderful fragrance! There are several ways to plant paperwhites indoors – you can use a pot with a top grade potting soil and simply nest the bulbs into the soil and add water, but one of my favorite ways is to nestle them in a saucer of gravel. • Simply grab a saucer, and fill with small sized gravel or stones. Nestle the bottoms of your paperwhites into the gravel, and then add water, bringing the level up to and covering the bottom of the bulbs. • Place the saucer of bulbs in a well lit warm area, and your paperwhites will jump into action and start growing right away! Monitor the water levels and keep it just at the base of the bulbs. These take about three to five weeks to flower, so plan accordingly. • And if your bulbs seem to be coming along too quickly, simply move them into a cooler area, and they will slow down. Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores . Reach him at columns@communitypress.com.

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From left: Maria Hooker and Edmond Hooker of Kenwood, and Lauren Blomer of Madeira will perform in “The Nutcracker.”

Children perform in ‘Nutcracker’

Nothing warms the holiday heart like “The Nutcracker.” This classic ballet certainly does for 86 children from Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky, who are preparing to kick off the 2009-2010 season presentation of Cincinnati Ballet’s

Frisch’s presents “The Nutcracker.” Maria Hooker and Edmond Hooker of Kenwood, and Lauren Blomer of Madeira will be performing. The talented kids have been hard at work since their September audition.

To put extra sparkle in this year’s production, they have been rehearsing every weekend, in addition to completing their regular dance and academic studies. “Nutcracker” performances begin Dec. 16 at The Aronoff Center. There are 13 perform-

ances between Dec. 16-Dec. 27, including two student matinees. Tickets are $30 to $70. They are available at The Cincinnati Ballet Box Office at 621-5282, Aronoff Box Office at 621-2787 or online at www.cincinnatiballet.com.

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Coming up with holiday gift ideas can be stressful, but Nature’s Niche gift stores make it easy with a wide variety of items to choose from. Visitors can find great deals on nature-related gifts during the Holiday Open House, Friday, Nov. 20, through Sunday, Nov. 22. Nature’s Niche offers items like birdfeeders and books for the outdoorsman, games and toys for the kids as well as jewelry and handcrafted items for just about anyone. The Niche is the Charley Harper headquarters with Harper paintings, 2010 calendars, holiday cards, collectibles and more. The holiday open house sale includes 15 percent off purchases of $25 or more and 20 percent off purchases of $50 or more. Sale locations and times include Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., Sharon Woods on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Glenwood Gardens on Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($5 annual; $2 daily) is required to enter

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Luncheon/fashion show

St. Xavier High School Mother’s Club invites the ladies of the community to An Elegant Christmas Xperience Friday, Dec. 4, at St. Xavier High School, 600 W. North Bend Road in Finneytown, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests will enjoy our annual Christmas boutique,

main awards raffle, choice basket raffle, door prizes, sumptuous luncheon and a professionally produced fashion show. Tickets are $40 per guest. This event is open to the public, so invite friends and reserve a table. Make reservations at www.stxavier.org/mcblrfs09. Can’t attend? Support St. X by purchasing main awards raffle tickets online. Can’t make the luncheon, but still want to shop our renowned Christmas Bou-

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Robert P. Miller, 89, of Elyria died Nov. 3. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kenwood for 42 years. Survived by by daughters, Dr. Karen Miller Sewell (Terry) of Buckeystown, Md., and Rev. Laurie A Miller (Paul Jaster) of Elyria; granddaughter, Kirsten Miller-Jaster also of Elyria; brother, Richard B. Miller of Davenport, Iowa; and three nieces and a nephew. Preceded in death by wife, Doris (nee Benson); parents, Noah E. and Nettie (nee Breuninger) Miller; and one nephew. Services were Nov. 14 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 360 Princeton Ave., Elyria, Ohio, 44035. Memorials to: Emmanuel Lutheran Church Organ Fund; Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7701 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45242; or to charity of donor’s choice.

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COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP Arrests/citations

Brittany Powell, 25, 3170 Mapleleaf Ave., theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 25. Kenya Williams, 18, 1006 Burton Ave., theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 16. Juvenile female, 16, theft at 3240 Highland Ave., Oct. 16. Juvenile male, 14, theft at Lester Road and Auten Avenue, Oct. 25. Juvenile male, 13, theft at Lester Road and Auten Avenue, Oct. 25. Harlan Logan, 29, 6404 Montag Road, theft, criminal trespassing at 5249 Ridge Road, Oct. 27.

Juvenile male, 15, assault at 5643 Viewpoint Drive, Oct. 21.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Reported at 3340 Highland Ave., Oct. 25.

Burglary

Residence entered and game systems, laptop valued at $850 removed at 5651 Viewpointe Ave., Oct. 23.

Passing bad checks

Reported at 5445 Ridge Road, Oct. 23.

Theft

Incidents/investigations Attempted burglary

Male reported this offense at 6721 Kenwood Road, Oct. 31.

Criminal damage

Window broken in vehicle at 7260 Osceola, Oct. 24. Window broken at 6584 Miami Ave., Oct. 31.

Theft

Vandalism

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Reported at 6855 Buckingham Place, Oct. 23.

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Queens Court, drug paraphernalia, Oct. 22. David Phillips, 21, 7 Queens Court, operating vehicle under influence, Oct. 22.

Cellphone taken at Half Price Books; $300 at 8118 Montgomery Road, Oct. 28.

License plate removed at 5621 View Pointe Drive, Oct. 16.

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David T. Phillips, 21, 7

Arrests/citations

Joshua Deangelis, 20, 8606 Pine Road, criminal damaging at 8606 Pine Road, Oct. 23. Bradford Henry, 33, 8664 Shagbrook, domestic violence at 8664 Shagbark Drive, Oct. 23. John West, 42, 8554 Plainfield Road, disorderly conduct while intoxicat-

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5611 Ebersole Ave.: Colemon Jerel & Mark T. Dicks to Williams Kendrea; $53,500.

7279 Berwood Drive: Donegal Properties LLC to Davis Cory & Lindsay; $149,900. 7650 Hosbrook Road: Romell Frank S. & Jeanne M. to Parent Oliiver &

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3741 South Berkley Circle: Rolfe Michele R. to Thonnerieux Amy; $140,000. 3926 Cedarwood Place: Gsb Properties Inc. to True Potential Real

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SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP

4452 Matson Ave.: Richardson Willard M. to Fanniemae; $76,000. 4514 Kugler Mill Road: Meece Norman to Macdonald Richard A.; $55,000.

About police reports Police reports are gathered from reports on file with local police departments. This information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. Juveniles, those 17 and younger, are listed by age and gender. To contact your local police department: • Columbia Township: Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Simon L. Leis, sheriff; Sgt. Peter Enderle. Call 683-3444. • Deer Park: Michael Schlie, chief. Call 791-8056. • Madeira: Frank Maupin, chief. Call 272-4214. • Sycamore Township, 792-7254. ed at 8409 Beech Ave., Oct. 23. Anthony Dukes, 43, 3022 Bens Ave., theft, assault at 7875 Montgomery, Oct. 26.

Incidents/investigations Assault

Reported at 8606 Pine Road, Oct. 23.

Tampering with coin machines

Reported at 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Oct. 26.

Theft

Rototiller valued at $200 removed from garage at 8130 Kemper

About real estate transfers

7939 Richmond Ave.: Creative Concept Properties LLC to Morse Amanda; $117,500. 8067 Buckland Drive: Sheng George G. to Gomez Fabian Isaza & Gladys Liliana Escandon; $155,000. 8087 School Road: Kochyan Parnak

to Hsbc Mortgage Services Inc.; $125,000. 8483 Wexford Ave.: Capetillo Alfonso to Mahle Ryan J. & Rachel E. Smith; $127,000. 8550 New England Court: Snow Jean Ann Tr to Goret Ronald J. Tr; $305,000.

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Theft, criminal damaging

Game console, games, DVD valued at $600 removed at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 13.

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Ridge Court, Oct. 25. Motor vehicle removed at 7501 School Road, Oct. 25. $20 in merchandise removed at 4060 E. Galbraith Road, Oct. 23. Computer valued at $999 removed at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 23. Attempt made at 7500 Kenwood Road, Oct. 23. Perfume valued at $512 removed at 7875 Montgomery Road, Oct. 22.

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