Mason and Deerfield Township - Centerpoint Fall 2018

FALL 2018

NEWS AND ACTIVITIES FOR MASON AND DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP

COSMETIC REJUVENATION TRIHEALTH

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS

MASON CITY SCHOOLS, CITY OF MASON, & DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP

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or 10 days Mason is the world stage for one of the most prestigious events in tennis—the Western & Southern Open. Mason is proud to have been the host city since 1979 for national and international players, coaches, and fans of the ATP championship tournament. This year, help us celebrate the tournament’s 40th anniversary in Mason!

Mason has cultivated a relationship between tourism and traditional economic development along with public-private partnerships to retain and grow the event in Mason. The event highlights Mason’s reputation for being a family-friendly city that is committed to the continued development of our culture of wellness.

The ATP championship tournament is a big part of Mason’s success story as it brings over 200,000 visitors from all 50 states and over 30 countries to Mason each year to watch the world’s top men and women professional tennis athletes. The economic impact and global recognition for Mason and the region is significant. The event is just part of the repertoire of activities, programs, and venues that add to the quality of life for our residents and businesses.

This year’s event is especially poignant as we say farewell to CEO Elaine Bruening. In 2002, Elaine played a critical role

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in the development of the partnership with the City helping to acquire the stadium and grounds from Great American Insurance Company and retaining the tournament in Mason. In 2004, she helped bring the women’s tour to Mason, eventually leading to the Western & Southern Open becoming one of only five events in the world, outside of the Grand Slams, to host a top-tier men’s and women’s event during the same week at the same venue. Mason’s tournament shares the stature of tournaments in Indian Wells, Madrid, Miami, and Rome. Elaine has been at the foundation of the tournament’s evolution and a wonderful friend and partner to the City of Mason. The City of Mason extends our appreciation and gratitude to Elaine for helping us strengthen our mission for economic development, culture of wellness, and quality of life for our residents and businesses.

The 40th year celebration brings with it the opportunity for strengthening relationships and renewed vision for growing the tournament and creating even stronger partnerships that will continue to invest and expand Mason’s entertainment corridor. We welcome the new Western & Southern leadership team! We are excited to expand the alignment of our visions for the future in this entertainment corridor.

Kristin Malhotra Deerfield Township Board of Trustees

Working Together to Shape the Vision for Our Parks

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ince you honored me last fall with the opportunity to serve as one of your township trustees, I’ve heard from many of you explaining what you value most about living in Deerfield Township. Often, you tell me that you chose Deerfield because of the quality of life your family experiences.

One reason that’s true is the variety of our parks and greenspaces. We’re lucky in Deerfield Township to have many parks with a wide range of offerings — from playgrounds and tennis courts to baseball fields, walking trails, and even an archery range. I know I spent a lot of time this summer enjoying the programs available in our parks, and I hope you did too!

While our amazing staff stayed busy planning the camps, movies, and concerts that kept our parks busy this summer, they also spent a lot of time looking forward, working to develop a master plan that will guide policy, prioritize opportunities, and identify strategic initiatives for our parks for years to come.

We’ve heard from some of you already, through focus groups and surveys. But if you’ve not yet shared your input, there’s still time to be a part of this important conversation. In the

coming months, we’re planning three community workshops where you can discuss ideas, ask questions, and evaluate options.

• Sept. 5, Four Bridges Country Club Dining Room • Oct. 11, North Cincinnati Community Church • Nov. 28, Kings High School Cafeteria As we move through this process, we’ll continue to share updates in our email newsletters (please sign-up on our website if you haven’t already), on our Facebook and Twitter pages, and via a dedicated website at PlanDeerfieldParks.com. I hope you’ll engage with us through all of these options.

As a candidate for this position, I was asked to identify the three accomplishments I hoped to achieve during my term. Creating more greenspace in our Township was at the top of my list. If you have questions or ideas, don’t hesitate to reach out to me or to any of the other trustees.

We’re excited to be working with you to make sure our Parks Master Plan addresses the needs of our entire community.

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n today’s fast-paced world, it is far too common to live in a bubble surrounded only by those we connect with through social media. Many people can spend years living mere feet away from their neighbors without ever learning their names. The neighborhood you live in can affect your happiness and stress levels. Being a good neighbor is simple—be friendly and

considerate. Good neighbors respect others’ space and privacy, wave at each other, smile, take the time to speak to one another, share, keep their property safe and maintained, lend a hand, offer resources, and try not to disturb the peace of others. Neighbors can play an important role in our community and our lives. Being a good neighbor builds the sense of community.

Building that sense of community is even more important in times of disaster. For many of us, being prepared for a disaster often involves storing food, preserving water, securing supplies, and planning. What we fail to recognize is the significance of building those social ties that we undoubtedly will need to rely on during an emergency. While the City trains and plans for emergencies when City officials, employees, and resources are directly impacted by the disaster, residents must rely on each other for their recovery efforts. Often our neighbors are the actual “first responders.” Those neighborhoods with a strong sense of community are more likely to take collective action in their recovery efforts to overcome safety and security issues and lack of fuel, food, electricity, work, or daycare. Sometimes, the old saying about strength in numbers really does apply. Individually it would be difficult to protect your home 24 hours a day and find daycare or enough fuel to return to work. But collectively within the neighborhood you may be able to establish a 24-hour neighborhood watch program, alternate daycare for the children, carpool, and share other resources such as generators, first aid supplies, tools, water, and food.

Knowing the people who live around you provides a strengthened sense of pride in your home and neighborhood and has a direct impact on your resilience and recovery during times of disaster.

Besides, coming home just feels nicer when your neighbors are your friends.

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REGISTRATION Mason Community Center

ALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS Premier members Friday, August 17, 8 a.m.

Walk-in, online at www.imaginemason.org, or by phone at 513.229.8555

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PROGRAM FEES Program fees are set by membership and residency: PRE: Premier pass holder BAS: Basic pass holder MR: Mason resident (if you reside within the boundaries of the City of Mason) NR: Nonresident

Monday, August 20, 8 a.m.

Register online at www.imaginemason.org The programs and events in CenterPoint are brought to you by the City of Mason, which operates Mason Community Center.

Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason-Montgomery Road, Mason, Ohio 45040, p 513.229.8555 f 513.229.8556

Recreation programs and facilities presented by the City of Mason are open to all citizens regardless of race, gender, color, religion, nationality, or disability, including those who live outside of Mason and those who do not have a community center membership.

City of Mason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to supporting the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact us if you require special accommodations.

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The Little Miami Trail is over 70 miles in length and spans from Milford at the south end to Xenia at the north. Once in Xenia, the Little Miami Trail connects with the Creekside Trail, the Ohio-to-Erie Trail, and the Xenia-Jamestown Connector. Along the trails are scenic vistas, historic sites, and recreational opportunities.

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to community oriented destinations.

As roadways are expanded or reconstructed, evaluation of adding a bike path and/or a sidewalk is always included in the design process as part of Mason’s mission for building a culture of wellness. Most often these paths are implemented as part of the final project.

The map below indicates current bike paths and bike path connections planned for the future. In 2021 the City has plans to connect to the Little Miami Trail system through the Mason Sports Park allowing access to 75 miles of additional trails including two state parks, John Bryan and Caesar Creek, and the Ft. Ancient State Historic Site, leading from Newtown in Hamilton County to Springfield in Clark County.

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he City of Mason has over 20 miles of an integrated system of bicycle paths, lanes, sidewalks, and bicycle routes that provide safe and efficient non-motorized transportation between Mason’s neighborhoods to destinations such as Downtown, schools, parks, and Mason Community Center. Bicycle and pedestrian paths are planned to accommodate all modes of non-motorized transportation including walking, jogging, skating, and bicycling.

These paths are planned in accordance with the street hierarchy whereby each neighborhood has access to a safe, shared route on residential streets that lead to bicycle paths or lanes on or adjacent to collector and arterial roads. Bicycle paths or lanes on or next to arterial and collector roads lead

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Mason Way– Career Development Path LIEUTENANT JULIE MILLER

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rowing up, becoming a firefighter never even crossed my mind. I had never seen a woman firefighter and it seemed liked a dirty job that required immense strength. Little did I know it is much more than that.

Physical fitness is only a small portion of the job.

A mutual friend introduced me to a firefighter and I had the opportunity to ride along at his fire department. While it was an exciting experience and I was very much interested in becoming a paramedic, I was still hesitant about going through firefighting school. I was invited to attend a program called Can You Take the Heat, a day-long program taught by women in the fire service for young women who wanted to experience the profession firsthand without making a commitment. Under the supervision of these women, I conducted search and rescue operations in a dark environment, used the jaws of life to remove a door from a car, climbed a 100-foot aerial ladder to the top of a building, and put out a real fire in a burn building, all while wearing about 50 pounds of real firefighting gear!

After a long, exhausting but fulfilling day, this program showed me that I was stronger than I thought, mentally and physically. Talk about a confidence builder! I was able to overcome physical challenges, but being a firefighter takes much more brains and compassion than being physically fit. Fire and EMS emergencies have many moving parts to them and require a variety of skill-sets to handle them. I enjoy this job because it requires critical thinking to figure out the best way to treat a patient during a medical emergency, the best tactic to use to put out a fire, and how to effectively communicate with patients and their families or businesses during stressful situations. I encourage the community to be safe and proactive through CPR/AED programs or fire safety programs.

Being a firefighter challenges me in one way or another every day, which is why I enjoy it. I would’ve never thought of becoming a firefighter when I was a child, but I know that this is the perfect job for me. I get to serve my community in many capacities while mentally challenging myself to be the best firefighter and paramedic I can be.

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BOBBY DODD

MASON HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Ohio’s largest high school has a new head learner.

This year, Robert “Bobby” Dodd will lead William Mason High School, after serving as the principal of Gahanna Lincoln and New Lexington high schools. Dodd’s passion for creating new opportunities for students and staff led him to develop digital academies, college summer camps, a fabrication laboratory that includes a graphics design lab that manufactures and produces products for sale around the world, Early College High School, and personalized learning environments. Dodd has received awards for his contributions as a connected educator including the 2016 NASSP National Digital Principal of the Year award.

Dodd received a bachelor’s degree in history from John Carroll University in 1995; a law degree from St. Thomas University in Miami Lakes, FL, in 1999; a bachelor’s degree in information technology from DeVry University in 2000; and a Master of Arts in educational leadership from the University of Cincinnati in 2009.

He and his wife/educational leader partner, Charity, are the proud parents of Sydney, Kaitlyn, and Sophia Dodd.

Connect with Bobby Dodd on Twitter (@bobby__dodd)

What excites you about coming to Mason?

I am excited to work with the talented students and staff at Mason High School, and blessed to work in a building and district that has such pride and diversity. Everything from the beautiful facilities, the wide range of differing student and family cultures, and the variety of student groups and organizations are a few things that make Mason City Schools one of the top districts in the Midwest. Having an opportunity to work on the district team with such dynamic leaders will not only help me grow as an educator, but will help MHS become even more innovative while continuing to create more diverse personalized learning environments for our students and staff.

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There’s a lot of conversation about how we can personalize learning so that students pursue their passions and fulfill their potential.

How does personalized learning help students connect to their learning in more relevant ways?

I believe we need to have a culture and environment where personalized learning is the norm for our staff and students. Our personalized approach allows students to learn on their time, and through how they learn best.

Education has changed over the years and our students have options. Instead of everyone learning from lecture and taking notes to prepare for a summative assessment, students can demonstrate mastery in a variety of ways.

This allows students to comprehend and find more meaning in what they learn each day. Students are also able to collaborate and connect with others while learning and growing.

Personalizing education creates a more authentic learning experience for students and prepares them for life after high school.

Name a few fun facts about you!

I love pizza of any type. I’m not sure I’ve ever had “bad” pizza!

I finish a book approximately every two weeks. I love to read—and listen to podcasts—whenever I can to grow as both a leader and learner.

I’m a huge Reds and Bengals fan! I remember the day when the Reds were good and the Bengals were awful, but like everything, it goes in cycles!

Each year for the past 35 years I’ve vacationed in Hilton Head, SC. I have a deep knowledge of random sports facts and trivia, but have a tough time remembering what my wife told me to get at the store!

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MASON CITY SCHOOLS

CommUNITY Conversations

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am humbled to serve as your Mason City Schools superintendent. One of my biggest priorities is to connect with more of you. I would love to see our community grow even closer as we intentionally talk together about things that are going well and things that could be better.

I am excited to partner with leaders from our City, Township, and Chamber in CommUNITY Conversations—conversations where we can find common ground on our core values and confront and solve difficult issues. CommUNITY Conversations are an opportunity for citizens to talk with me and a member of our City, Township, or Chamber’s leadership team. By bringing people together to share stories and discuss issues that matter, we expand our sense of neighborhood and bridge divides through the power of connections and relationships. Our conversations stem from our commitment to create UNITY in our community, one conversation at a time.

Respectfully,

Jonathan Cooper Superintendent

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COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: THEMES This spring, we held 15 CommUNITY Conversations with over 150 participants. While each conversation has been a little different, we quickly saw themes emerge. Residents appreciate our community’s diversity, and credit our strong schools and diverse neighbors as being one of the major factors for choosing Mason—and for staying here. Additionally, parents are interested in connecting with other “parent navigators” as we work together to raise healthy, happy, resilient, and adaptable children.

Topics that came up at nearly every conversation included: • Parents express desire for our schools and community to intentionally create an environment that embraces and celebrates all learners and their families.

• Parents express concerns about children and teens’ anxiety and depression, student and family stress, and questions about getting help at school and in the community.

• Parents express concerns about active shooters, and want more law enforcement in our schools.

• Parents express desire for help in balancing children’s use of technology, and want to develop community-wide social media norms.

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: ACTIONS Following our conversations, here’s what the district is doing to take action on the issues that matter most to our families: Investing in professional development • for all staff members and creating a new culture team that will include Tim Kight (Focus 3), Tommie Lewis (Make It Plain), Dr. Michelle Means-Walker (hearing officer), and Lina Patel (community connector) to ensure culture-shaping is our district’s top priority this school year. In a healthy community, everyone is respected and valued and no one feels marginalized because of their ability, culture, gender, religion, race, sexuality, or socio-economic status. This year, our 14-year-old District Diversity Council will utilize parent and community leader co-chairs and incor-

porate student voices to help ensure that Mason City Schools are honoring the uniqueness of each individual and embracing equity and inclusion with excellence.

• Investing in an additional school counselor at Mason High School. In addition, the school counselors are redesigning their work to better match staff expertise with our students’ needs. This revamp will ensure that every MHS student has more access to their school counselor each year to support academic needs and mental wellness.

• Investing over $500,000 in school safety improvements for the 2018–2019 school year, and expanding our partnership with the City of Mason to ensure that we have law enforcement presence at all of our schools.

• Providing social media and technology training for families that includes tips and resources for parenting in the digital age.

HOST A CONVERSATION If you are interested in hosting a conversation, please call 513.398.0474, ext. 24004. As we schedule conversations, we will keep you updated on who we’re meeting with, what we’re hearing, and what we’re doing.

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Safety First in Deerfield Township

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n an effort to provide additional safety for pedestrian traffic on Township roadways, the Deerfield Township Public Works Department has added the application of crosswalk markings to this year’s Resurfacing and Pavement Marking programs. These thermoplastic pavement markings at designated crosswalks have been installed to provide a clear establishment of the pedestrian right-of-way at each of these locations.

Crosswalk pavement markings have been added at the communities of Heritage Point, Charleston Park, Auburn Place, and Long Cove.

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As many local residents and commuters have surely noticed, the Warren County Transportation Improvement District (TID) has been making progress over the last year on the Mason-Montgomery Road Widening project. This $6.9

million improvement will widen the road to six lanes from Escort Drive to Socialville Fosters Road (2 miles). Additionally, the project will include installation of new traffic signals on decorative mast arms for all intersections, as well as the inclu-

sion of a multi-use path from Socialville Fosters Road to Irwin Simpson Road to expand pedestrian access through this integral community corridor. All improvements are scheduled to be completed by early October 2018.

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completion of the widening of Mason-Montgomery Road, the TID will be focusing their efforts on the addition of a direct connection for southbound Mason-Montgomery traffic to southbound I-71 with a “slip ramp” bridge over Fields

Ertel Road. This estimated $7 million improvement project is scheduled to kick off this summer with a public information meeting outlining the background, benefit, and scope of the project. Construction is currently scheduled to begin in 2021.

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2017 City of Mason Financial Review

ach year, the City of Mason prepares a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This detailed report is about 175 pages long and presents a complete financial picture of the City. It is available on the City of Mason’s website, www.imaginemason.org.

While this report is significant to the government and financial community, many residents do not have the time to study it in its entirety. As a result, the Government Finance Officers’ Association encourages governments to produce a Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) that is a quick summary of information in the detailed report. The data included in the Popular Annual Financial Report below provides a summary of the City’s governmental activities for year ended December 31, 2017.

2017 INCOME TAX

BY SOURCE

Where the Money Comes From...

The City of Mason receives the funding it needs to provide services to the community from a variety of sources. The table below presents a summary of the City’s revenues by primary type for 2017 and 2016. Tax revenue includes the charter amendment for safety services. Taxes increased with the improved economy and economic development efforts. Intergovernmental revenue decreased due to more grants in 2016 for capital improvements. Other revenue includes a one-time revenue for tax increment financing in 2016. This additional revenue also caused a one-time increase in community development expenditures for 2016. Mason continues to be a community with stable revenue sources for providing services to the community.

REVENUES (millions) Income Tax

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2016

$31.4

$30.8

Property and Other Taxes

9.7

7.4

Fines, Licenses, and Permits

3.5

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2.8

2.8

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0.5

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GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS 2017 REVENUE BY SOURCE 9% Intergovernmental

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17% Property and Other Taxes Income tax is the largest source of revenue. 70% of the total income tax revenue comes from business withholding, 15% from business profit, and 15% from residents.

56% Income Tax

The pie chart above depicts the significance each source of revenue has to the City’s overall financial health. Income tax is the largest source of revenue for the governmental funds. The second largest source of revenue is property tax.

Intergovernmental funds from the State of Ohio is third.

PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE 16.00 14.00 12.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 4.00 2.00 0.00

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2017

The chart at left shows that the City of Mason property tax was lowered in 2013 and continues to stay low compared to Deerfield Township. A modest income tax has allowed the cost of services to be shared by businesses, residents, and those working in Mason without significant increases to property taxes.

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OUTSTANDING DEBT December 31 (Millions)

The two-year comparison below for the City’s governmental expenditures shows a 3% increase in operating expenditures ($35.6 million for 2017 compared to $34.9 million for 2016). The largest increase is from increased expenses for safety services. The City makes continuous efforts to provide services as cost effectively as possible. 2017 had lower capital outlay than 2016 for street improvements including Kings Island Drive.

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The chart of outstanding debt shows the City’s commitment to reduce its outstanding debt from $100 million in 2009 to a level that is below what it was 10 years ago. The cost of the outstanding debt is lower than many cities because of Mason’s high credit rating.

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The pie chart shown to the left provides a view of operating expenditure types (excluding debt service and capital outlay).

Public Safety (such as Police and Fire services) continues to be the largest share of the City’s operating expenditures.

1% Utility Service

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22% General Government

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EXPENDITURE TYPE DEFINITIONS

CAPITAL PROJECTS

• Public Safety – Police, Fire, EMS, Disaster Services, and Street Lights • General Government – functions serving the entire City including City Council, Administration, Finance, Tax Collection, Court, and Engineering • Transportation and Streets – Public Works activities to clean, repair, and maintain public streets, traffic signals, traffic signs, and right-ofway. Engineering and project management for street improvements.

• Leisure Time Activities – Parks, Park Maintenance, Recreational Programs, and Lou Eves Municipal Pool • Community Development – Community Planning, Building Inspections, and Economic Development • Utility Service – Expenditures for City utilities paid by governmental funds not included in enterprise utility funds • Capital Outlay – Investment for the City’s capital improvements such as road improvements and equipment replacement

The following are major capital projects completed that are included in the 2017 capital investment: • Columbia Road Relocation for the I-71 & Western Row Road Interchange • Bethany Road /Mason-Montgomery Road Bike Path Work continues for the following major projects: • I-71 & Western Row Road Interchange • Traffic signal upgrades including fiber optics • Bethany Road Improvements Planning continues for the following major projects: • State Route 741 Improvements • Snider Road Improvements • Master planning redevelopment of the City’s parks and recreation facilities

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13TH ANNUAL FALLFAIR ARTS FESTIVAL COMING SOON TO COTTELL PARK! The Arts Alliance is gearing up for a day of arts at Cottell Park with the 13th annual FallFair Arts Festival.

Sunday, September 16, 2018 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Cottell Park Free to the community Guests will enjoy over 50 local and regional artisans who will display their works within their own tents on the grounds of the park. Enjoy the talented artists who share their works in ceramics,

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wood working, jewelry, glass, sculpture, mixed media, painting, drawing, photography, and more.

Their artwork will be for sale. Many artists will demonstrate their crafts and techniques through-

out the day.

The Arts Alliance will offer a day of performing arts, which will include local bands and groups.

Guests will enjoy the Mason Community Band, Melodic Connections, and Wild Carrot.

The children’s art making activity tent will offer free art making all day. Children from any age and their families are welcome to participate to create a wide array of art making projects.

The Arts Alliance will also offer a Community Engagement art making project, called Share our Similarities, Celebrate our Differences, to celebrate our vastly unique and diverse community. Guests will be able to make their own 4"x4" self-portrait

which will then be make into one large work of art. This finished piece will help to represent our community that is filled with so many individuals who celebrate unique and varied cultures, religions, and beliefs. This project is made possible by a grant from Summerfair Cincinnati.

The event will feature various food options and guests can enjoy craft beer from the local 16 Lots Brewing Company.

The FallFair Arts Festival proceeds rain or shine. It is free to the community with ample free parking.

For more information about The Arts Alliance and volunteer opportunities, please visit www. the-arts-alliance.org.

ART BAR RETURNS IN THE FALL!

Join The Arts Alliance for the return of the ever-popular ART BAR art making events!

Art Bar art making takes place on the first Tuesday of each month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  September 4 – Silver Charms!  October 2 – Handmade Signs  November 6 – Give Thanks Project  December 4 – Glass Ornaments For more information about the FallFair Arts Festival, Art Bar, and other Arts Alliance programming, visit: www. the-arts-alliance.org.

Chard Snyder and City of Mason Celebrate Official Opening of New Corporate Headquarters

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he City of Mason is honored to welcome Chard Snyder, a third-party administrator of employee benefit solutions and a wholly owned subsidiary of technology-focused asset management provider Ascensus. A celebration and ribbon cutting was hosted in May as they moved into the new corporate headquarters at 6867 Cintas Boulevard.

The newly constructed 53,000-square-foot facility will house the company’s 170 team members, projected to grow to 250 in the next three years. City of Mason dignitaries, representatives from Al. Neyer, and Chard Snyder executive team members cut the ribbon with most of the 170 team members in attendance.

“Our new headquarters marks a transition to the next era for Chard Snyder. It is a sign of our stability and growth, and shows our clients, partners, and the community that we continue to evolve while staying true to our values,” says Joy Snyder, Chard Snyder’s president and co-founder.

“The Chard Snyder team’s expertise in employee health and financial well-being will be an incredible asset to the culture of wellness we’ve fostered in Mason,” says City of Mason Mayor Victor Kidd. “The company’s forward-thinking approach to personal health is a perfect fit for our entrepreneurial healthcare-focused hub.”

Construction of the new headquarters coincides with Chard Snyder’s 30th year of business anniversary. Welcome Home Chard Snyder!

You’re Invited to Plan the Future of Deerfield Parks

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eerfield Township is one of southwest Ohio’s most vibrant communities with social and cultural amenities that support an active lifestyle. The well-being of current residents as well as the future of the next generation is reflected in every decision the Township makes.

Ensuring Deerfield’s parks and recreational programming continue to meet the needs of residents is one of the Township’s highest priorities. Over the spring and summer, Deerfield staff launched a process to create a long-range plan for our parks.

Once completed, this plan will serve as a roadmap for parks-related decisions for years to come.

First, all of the parks, trails, and recreational facilities maintained by the Township, as well as the programs hosted in them, were audited to create a comprehensive list of existing resources.

In early June, the Township hosted six focus groups—informal discussions with a broad cross-section of individuals designed to provide insights on community needs and current perceptions about our parks. At the end of June, we kicked off the first in a series of visioning workshops to more closely review this feedback and outline the questions for our online survey.

If you’ve already shared your thoughts, concerns, and hopes for our parks, thank you. If not, there are still plenty of ways to get involved. Mark your calendar and plan to attend these upcoming sessions: Sept. 5, 2018 | Four Bridges Country Club – Dining Room At this workshop, participants will see results from the online survey, needs assessment, and other analysis. They’ll also get a first peek at potential improvements for the parks and have the chance to provide feedback about them.

Oct. 11, 2018 | North Cincinnati Community Church Participants will see more detailed improvement alternatives for park programs, operations, and facilities. These alternatives will include updates based on feedback received at the September meeting.

Nov. 28, 2018 | Kings High School – Cafeteria A draft of the Parks Master Plan will be presented. Participants will have the opportunity to provide additional feedback and input before it is finalized.

Workshops are open to everyone and take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Each begins with a presentation to the entire group, followed by breakout sessions to encourage small-group discussion.

Those attending will be able both to share ideas and ask questions.

Deerfield Township has partnered with Woolpert, PROS Consulting, and ETC Institute to assist with the audit, visioning workshops, and research components of the project. All three firms have extensive experience in the development of similar strategic plans, with Woolpert and its team having successfully completed more than 1,500 parks and recreation projects across the country. Additionally, a steering committee made up of representatives from throughout the community has been assembled to help guide the overall process, review feedback, and evaluate preliminary recommendations.

If you’re not able to attend the workshops, the Township will share meeting minutes, survey results, and other documentation about the project on a dedicated website. Visit PlanDeerfieldParks. com or ChooseDeerfield.com for the most up-to-date information.

The Township is committed to providing high quality recreational activities for the entire Deerfield community. We hope you’ll get involved and help shape the future of our parks!

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Downtown Mason is a growing, eclectic mix of businesses creating a vibrant area for residents and visitors to our region. We encourage you to explore Mason’s downtown as we profile the company owners and entrepreneurs who help make Mason thrive.

PERKING UP MASON ONE COFFEE AT A TIME Mason High School graduate and coffee enthusiast Chuck Pfahler is excited to bring his passion back home. In September, Adesso Coffee is expected to open its first brick-and-mortar location in downtown Mason, offering specialty coffees, teas, light bites, and even classes and workshops for those interested in learning more about the brewing process.

You currently operate an Adesso Coffee espresso cart at the Mercantile Library in Cincinnati. What made you decide to open a brick-and-mortar location in downtown Mason?

My journey with coffee began about 18 years ago when I started experimenting with home roasting and fell in love with the process. I modified a stovetop popcorn maker and turkey fryer thermometer and created spreadsheets to create a roasting profile. I love creating something by hand and sharing that with people. I’m happiest being behind the bar, serving coffee and making connections face-to-face with the people I love.

You’re a Mason High School graduate — what about Mason is special to you?

I grew up in Mason, and my parents still live in my childhood home, so it’s a special place to me.

Every corner of Mason has a memory and a story for me, and I will always feel a sense of home here.

So, it’s wonderful that I can fulfill my dream right here in downtown Mason.

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What drew you to the location you chose in downtown Mason for your new space?

This location brings me back to my roots. Todd Hudson of The Wildflower Café is one of my closest and dearest friends. He alerted me to this location and put me in touch with the building owner, who I happened to graduate high school with! The contractor building out the space is also someone we graduated with as well.

Outside of those connections, this location feels right in so many ways. We’re within walking distance of The Wildflower Café and The Common Beer Company is across the street. I’m also excited to be a part of this great community full of talented and creative people.

You offer a wide variety of coffees, from traditional Italian espressos to Cubano, cortado and cortadito. What else makes Adesso Coffee different and unique?

Our sign says “Adesso—Coffee + Moments” and that’s what we are really all about—the experience. We aim to create a place that is inviting and friendly, and we also want to bridge the gap between coffee producers and the consumer by

highlighting the hard work, beauty, and artisanship that is part of the coffee creation process.

That is why we will be offering classes, workshops, and eventually tours of coffee farms to bring everything full-circle.

We also intend to honor and uphold the Italian espresso culture and Italian cuisine, built around seasonality. It’s about using what’s available around us and making something beautiful.

Our espresso menu will be built around this same philosophy. We will be offering Coffee Aperitivo, an Italian tradition that is similar to American happy hour. Our version will include offering a variety of coffee cocktails paired with small bites.

Finally, we are building a kitchen to host classes and caterers, with space that can be rented out for private parties and events. We have big dreams for a small space and are excited to bring them to life.

Tell us more about offering classes for anyone interested in learning the art of specialty coffees and what inspired you to do so.

The classes are designed to be fun, interactive courses covering a variety of manual brewing methods, espresso, and tea. We’ll also feature a basic espresso course complete with learning how to pour latte art.

We’re also looking to partner with other area businesses to share their expertise, such as inviting The Wildflower Café to host wine courses in our space. I envision people spending the day in downtown Mason for a culinary experience— coming for coffee and drinks and staying for dinner.

Adesso Coffee, 125 E. Main St., www.adessoisnow.com

KEEPING MASON RESIDENTS HAPPY AND HEALTHY FOR MORE THAN 70 YEARS Three generations of the Yost family—most recently including pharmacist and Mason resident David Yost—have been proudly serving Mason residents since 1945, providing prescription and medical supply needs. Their motto “Built on Yesterday, Caring for Tomorrow” is evident in their friendly, personal service, from custom prescription compounding and vaccinations to medical equipment and free local prescription delivery.

Yost Pharmacy has been a staple of the downtown Mason community since 1945.

What do you like most about being in Mason?

People make a community special, and we’ve been truly blessed in Mason. We also love seeing how Mason has evolved over the years— from a small, tight-knit farming community to one of the most economically thriving and diverse areas in our region. It’s been fantastic to see our area’s economic growth.

What’s kept your family in the business and kept your business in Mason for more than 70 years?

The combination of single family homes, retirement communities, medical offices, and hospitals in the Mason area has been the cornerstone of our continued success. We also have some incredibly loyal customers—some we have been serving for 60+ years!

Three generations of our family have chosen pharmacy as a profession, and I think that is because we all really enjoy the service aspect of our business. We truly love to care for the health and well-being of our customers and appreciate the high level of trust that exists between pharmacists and their patients.

Personally, growing up watching my father work and seeing how his customers trusted and respected him greatly influenced my decision to become a pharmacist.

What have been the biggest changes you’ve seen in your business over that time? What have been the biggest changes in downtown Mason?

Growth, modernization, and increased government oversight and regulation have been the biggest changes in our business over the years. We’ve evolved from a “mom and pop” pharmacy to a cutting-edge pharmacy with

more than 40 employees, offering modern robotics, technology, and advanced lab equipment. As a result, we are much more efficient and accurate, while still providing personal care to our patients.

Ironically, as much as the surrounding Mason area has changed and grown, downtown Mason has remained pretty much the same.

Right now, we have some good momentum going in downtown, and the Mason Deerfield Chamber is a big part of this revival, thanks to its robust economic development strategy. I really believe there are great things in store for downtown’s future, and I encourage everyone to enjoy our downtown plaza and patronize the local businesses.

What do you enjoy most about being an independent pharmacy, and what benefits does that bring to your customers?

The freedom to help our customers in ways that meet their unique needs is a wonderful advantage. Whether it’s through customized medication packaging, custom prescription compounding, or getting someone set up with the right piece of medical equipment, we have far fewer barriers than non-independent pharmacies.

Is there anything else you would like people to know about your business?

I do think it’s important to know that despite the difficult economic climate that surrounds independent pharmacies—sadly, more than 90 Ohio independent pharmacies have closed in the past year—we have no intention of going anywhere. We plan to serve Mason for many years to come and that is because of our great customers. Thank you to everyone who has kept us going!

Yost Pharmacy, 120 W. Main St., www.yost-pharmacy.com

Expect to Owe Taxes Mason Tax Office would like to remind residents who anticipate owing City income taxes for 2018 that your next quarterly payments are due September 15, 2018, and January 15, 2019. Residents who do not have taxes deducted from their employer’s paycheck are most susceptible to quarterly tax payments.

Please remember that 90% of your 2018 tax liability is due by January 15, 2019. Making quarterly tax payments helps residents meet the 90% tax requirement. The online tax tool is a quick and convenient way to make your payment or use a quarterly tax payment vouchers to pay. The online tax tool and payment vouchers are available at the City’s website, www.imaginemason.org.

Don’t know if you need to make a quarterly payment? Please call the Mason Tax Office at 513.229.8535 for assistance. Thanks to the many partners and organizations that join the City of Mason that are critical to the culture of wellness being cultivated in the City and the hard work that goes on in the community to meet this challenge.

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9-1-1 Now Offering Text Message Service

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n the current world of texting we are surrounded by OMGs, LOLs, and BRBs, but what can be sent when there is a true emergency? In March, the Warren County Communications Center added the ability to text 9-1-1 in the event a voice communication cannot be initiated due to a hearing disability or putting your physical safety in jeopardy. The Communications Center has stressed that this system should not replace normal voice/ telephone 9-1-1 calls. When a citizen does not have the ability or means to talk to 9-1-1, they may text their emergency to 9-1-1.

As a reminder, 9-1-1 is for emergencies only and a voice phone call is more efficient and preferred over text messages. Any questions about the system should be made to the Mason Police Department or Mason Fire Department.

• Slang and abbreviations should be avoided.

• After sending the initial text message, a dispatcher will respond with “You have reached Warren County 911, please make a voice call now, if possible.” Emergencies are time sensitive and a text conversation takes more time

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than a voice conversation.

• If the caller indicates they cannot respond via voice the dispatcher will text “Warren County 911, what is the address of the emergency?”

• Please give the exact address of the emergency and the nature of the problem. As with any 9-1-1 call, giving the exact

location of the emergency is crucial to getting emergency responders to the correct location. If an exact address is not known, callers should use cross streets, building names, or location identifiers to pin point their location. Example: in front of Kroger on 741.

• If no response is given back to

the dispatcher after the initial text is received, the dispatcher will send a text back to the caller two times then call the number to try to reach the caller. If no response is received, the dispatcher will process the call to the police department to investigate a 911 hang up.

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RECYCLING RIGHT

PLEASE RECYCLE: PAPER & CARDBOARD

HAS NEVER BEEN

MORE IMPORTANT The recycling markets have never been more challenging. The requirement for clean materials has never been stricter. You can keep recycling costs down and ensure your materials are put to good use by recycling the correct materials. Please refer to this list.

Cardboard & clean pizza boxes OK

GLASS BOTTLES & JARS

PLASTIC BOTTLES

Lids OK if reattached to bottle

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Did you know that waste and recycling drivers have the 6th most dangerous job in the country? Please exercise extra caution when driving around collection vehicles and workers in the roadway. Remember to slow down to get around. Doing so may prevent accidents, injuries and may even save a life.

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Labor Day

Monday, September 3 Mason Community Center open 6 a.m.–12 p.m. (limited facility) Lou Eves Municipal Pool open 12 p.m.–8 p.m.

City offices closed Mason City Schools closed

Halloween

Wednesday, October 31 City of Mason Trick or Treat 6 p.m.–8 p.m.

Mason City Schools Thanksgiving Break

Tuesday, November 20–Friday, November 23

Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 22 Mason Community Center open 6 a.m.–12 p.m. (limited facility) City offices closed Friday, November 23 Mason Community Center open 5 a.m.–10 p.m. (full facility) City offices closed

Delightful Dining Experiences at Deerfield Towne wne Center, New Business and Relocations Slated for the Deerfield Towne Center Guests frequenting the Deerfield Towne Center can continue to look for new choices in dining and other new businesses.  The Maplewood Kitchen and Bar Progressive, West Coaststyle restaurant that offers a healthy, light, and flavorful cuisine.  Frenchie Fresh Delicious French-inspired food with impeccable taste—offering fresh ideas, fresh ingredients, and a fresh approach to high-quality dining.  Frutta Bowl Fueled by pretty food and good nutrition, Frutta Bowl specializes in exotic

fruit bowls and smoothies made from acai berries, pitaya, kale, and oatmeal.  Massage Envy A premier facial and massage wellness provider is relocating to a strategic, centralized location within Deerfield Towne Center.

Massage Envy will now be located between Chico’s and Evereve.  Glamour Eyebrows will be located next to PetPeople.

Local Heroes Spring Into Action During MHS Fire

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n May 8, a fire in the dust collector in the Computer Aided Machining (CAM) class led to a school-wide evacuation and the cancellation of all classes and after-school activities for 3,600 Mason High School students.

There was no shortage of heroes during the fire and evacuation. MHS’s CAM teacher, George Elias, immediately ushered students out of the room and began trying to put out the flames using the room’s fire extinguisher. Students like Class of 2018’s Caleb Bloodworth, Class of 2019’s Isaiah Walker, and Class of 2020’s Liberty Messer helped classmates with mobility issues evacuate the building, and supported classmates with special needs. Firefighters had the blaze completely extinguished in less than 10 minutes.

Custodial and maintenance staff worked tirelessly to make sure the school was safe, clean, and ready for learning when school re-opened on May 9.

“While we never want to have the opportunity to test our emergency preparedness, we could not be more proud of the actions of our students and staff, and the terrific response from local first responders,” says school board president Matt Steele. “We appreciate the heroic actions of students and educators who made sure that some of our most vulnerable learners were taken care of, the bus drivers who quickly came to the high school to take students home, and all of our administrators who kept families informed throughout the day and who developed a well-executed reunification plan.”

The CAM class dust collector has been redesigned and a larger unit will be located outside the building next year— which will significantly reduce the risk of fire.

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Put Your Best Face Forward TriHealth Cosmetic Surgery & Rejuvenation Center Offers Help for Wrinkles, Scarring, Skin Discoloration

OUTPATIENT FACIAL TREATMENTS, WITH LITTLE TO NO DOWNTIME Although the center’s facial plastic surgeons and plastic surgeons can perform complex surgeries to enhance a person’s appearance, Ansari focuses her cosmetic work on in-office procedures.

She says, “We can make things very comfortable for patients. Prescription-strength numbing creams or nitrous oxide—laughing gas—make facial treatments very tolerable.

People go back to school or work the next day.”

Ansari describes the most common skin issues she sees on the face and techniques to improve appearance:

Scarring from acne, unwanted brown or red spots on the face, and lines from aging are things we’d rather not see when we look in the mirror.

Several cosmetic treatments— many noninvasive—can effectively reduce these skin problems that often undermine self-confidence and self-image.

Asma Ansari, M.D., dermatologist with the TriHealth Cosmetic Surgery & Rejuvenation Center, emphasizes the benefit of procedures she and her colleagues offer. “Some people fear that they’ll look unnatural after a cosmetic procedure. Our approach here at the center is to do things in a very natural way. We help you look like a better version of yourself.”

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• ACNE SCARRING. Treatment is customized, depending on the type of scarring a person has. All techniques can create smoother-looking skin. A laser treatment may reduce red or pink scars. For pitted scars, a chemical peel or micro-needling can improve appearance. With micro-needling, a doctor applies a numbing agent to the scarred area and uses a needle to create micro-injuries to the skin to stimulate the healing process and produce new, healthy skin cells and collagen, the protein that gives structure to the skin. A technology called Sublative® applies radiofrequency energy in a dot matrix pattern on pitted scars. The heat energy stimulates deeper layers of the skin to generate new skin cells and collagen.

• LINES AND WRINKLES. The Sublative technique is also effective for mild to moderate frown lines, forehead wrinkles,

TRIHEALTH COSMETIC SURGERY & REJUVENATION CENTER at TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion 6200 Pfeiffer Rd., 45242 For information or an appointment, call 513.246.5454.

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and lines around the eyes or mouth.

Typically, three 10-minute treatments, four to six weeks apart, can create noticeable improvement. Most people tolerate the treatment without numbing cream. It may cause pinkness or redness for a few days.

• PIGMENTATION. If you have brown or red spots, such as freckles, rosacea, spider veins and age spots, caused by the sun or heredity, a light-energy laser or light-based treatment called Elos® can fade unwanted spots or veins with a handful of treatment sessions. The 10-minute treatments cause minimal discomfort, and people can resume normal activity immediately.

“We work with teens, people in their 70s, and everyone in between,” Ansari says. “We boost their self-image and make them more confident. When they see what our treatments can do, they commonly say they wish they’d done it sooner.”

Asma Ansari, M.D., sees clients at the TriHealth Cosmetic Surgery & Rejuvenation Center. She also sees people with medical skin issues at Group Health – Mason, 6010 Mason-Montgomery Rd., in Mason. For information or appointments, call 513.246.7000.

Noninvasive and surgical procedures enhance appearance of the face, upper body, midsection and lower body. The center offers solutions for: • Aging lines and wrinkles • Reconstruction, includ• Discoloration ing lifts, liposuction and • Hair Removal augmentation • Scarring • Prominent veins Treatments include: Injectables, laser and radiofrequency treatments, spa services, and cosmetic/plastic surgery.

Medical team: Dermatologist, facial plastic surgeons, plastic surgeons, family practitioner, and aestheticians.

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South Building Enhancements new player will stand in Center Court this year, but it’s not who you’re expecting. The South Building in Linder Family Tennis Center will stand at 104 feet tall between Center Court and Grandstand Court. Expected to open in July of 2018, the South Building has made a lot of progress within the last 11 months.

A smaller building with box seating and broadcast booths once stood where the new South Building now stands in Center Court. Covering 40,000 square feet, the South Building includes five stories, three of which have premium seating for purchase. Demolition of the original stands started on August 25, 2017, with construction starting September 19, 2017. Since then the South Building has continued to grow through rain and shine, and even some snow. With main seating facing Center Court, the South Building has expanded seating from 11,467 to 11,750, adding 283 seats to Center Court’s stadium.

The ground floor will include an exhibitor space for brand new partner Cheeses of Europe and a bar for all patrons on the Grandstand side. There will also be a kitchen on the ground floor that will serve all dining amenities for the building.

Each of the three fan levels of the South Building are equipped with their own unique features and premium experiences.

Escape the heat on the first floor, the First Financial 1899 Room.

This level houses 252 enclosed air-conditioned seats, the first of their kind for tennis. The First Financial 1899 Room includes its own restaurant, with three levels of tables, all with a perfect view of Center Court.

Want the best of both worlds? The Grandview Boxes located on the second floor include outdoor seats, their own indoor bar and concessions, and a balcony overlooking the Grandstand Court. This large open space and boxes have a total of 396 seats facing Center Court.

The third floor, the All-Inclusive level, is a large open space with seating, bar, and buffet style dining. All food and drink will be included with the purchase of an All-Inclusive level ticket. All-you-can-watch tennis and all you can eat; this ticket covers all the bases.

The upgrades don’t stop there. The fourth floor will have all new indoor broadcast facilities, a major improvement with an impressive view of Center Court.

The South Building is expected to finish in July with its official opening on July 19, 2018. To see its continued progress, check out experience southbuilding.com or visit our website at wsopen.com.

This is your Open, Your Open for Anything.

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Your Open for Anything Get ready for tennis at its best: the world’s top stars AND off-court action that’s an event all its own. This is the tournament that gets you and your friends into the mix…close to everything about the Open that means the most to you.

With the best local music, cuisine from the area’s top chefs/restaurants, select libations and deluxe shopping, this is one of the most anticipated celebrations in the Midwest.

Get the rest of the story and your tickets today.

WSOpen.com Western & Southern Open August 11-19, 2018

Fire Department Fall Hydrant Inspections

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or the City of Mason Fire Department fall is the time for every hydrant within City limits to be inspected. Hydrants within the City limits are painted yellow; those outside of the City are usually red. Twice a year (spring and fall) all 2,000+ hydrants are inspected, ensuring their operational status. Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO) rates fire departments and requires two hydrant inspections a year to keep up the rating of the City’s water supply system for fire suppression.

The ISO rating is one of the factors used when determining home owner’s insurance rates.

The spring inspection is handled by Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW). GCWW performs an extremely detailed and thorough inspection of each fire hydrant, which normally takes approximately four months.

Once all hydrants have been inspected GCWW sends a report of their findings to the fire department.

After the conclusion of the spring checks, the fire department handles the fall hydrant inspection.

The timeline for the fire department inspection is September 15 through November 15. Inspection data is recorded electronically on iPads using a program specially designed for the City of Mason Fire Department. Other than making sure each hydrant is operational, the main purpose of the fall check is to make sure all hydrants are dry for the upcoming cold temperatures. Each fire hydrant has a valve located underground and allows water from the main to fill the hydrant. If water is in the barrel of the hydrant, prior to turning on, it will freeze during the winter and would be useless during an emergency. Frozen hydrants cause broken valves, cracked barrels, and broken stems.

If a fire crew finds a hydrant with water in the barrel, the hydrant is turned on to make sure it is operational and not broken. Next, the water is pumped out of the barrel using a small gas sump pump. After a few days the crew will recheck the hydrant for water. If water is present on the recheck, GCWW will be notified to quickly repair the hydrant.

Fire crews also check the appearance of the hydrant including the need to be painted or if home/business owners need to clear shrubs and brush away from the hydrant. Although some hydrants appear rusted and neglected, this does not reflect their operational status. Currently, the City of Mason and GCWW are working together to ensure all hydrants in need of paint are repainted in a timely fashion. If you have any concerns about the hydrants in your area please call the Fire Department at 513.229.8540.

Since most fire hydrants are near the roadway, the fire department asks that you please use caution when driving by crews checking hydrants.

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Annual Butterfly Walk Inspires Giving

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he 13th annual Butterfly Walk & 5K Run for CancerFree KIDS was held at Cottell Park in Deerfield on May 11, 2018. The Butterfly Walk is a unique opportunity for local families to show their support for children with cancer, and to help fund the CancerFree KIDS organization in their efforts toward life-saving research.

Over 1,500 people enjoyed the event this year, including guests, volunteers, and sponsors. 506 people participated in the 5K run/ walk and 46 teams were registered. $135,000 was raised this year for pediatric cancer research.

Organizers celebrated as the event surpassed the $1 million milestone in fundraising for CancerFree KIDS since its inception in 2007.

The mission of CancerFree KIDS is to eradicate cancer as a life-threatening disease in children by funding promising research that might otherwise go unfunded.

It was the loss of their child, Hanna, that inspired the Paribello family to start their own personal journey to end childhood cancer.

Their tragedy turned to create a beautiful event in a beautiful park. The Butterfly Walk has welcomed thousands of individuals over the years to celebrate, comfort, and carry on through the struggle of childhood cancer.

CancerFree KIDS will honor the late Hanna Paribello with the donation of a tree to be planted iin her honor at Cottell Park. A Yellow Magnolia will be planted.

“Our family is so touched by this thoughtful gift from CancerFree KIDS. On May 14th, Hanna would have been celebrating her 15th birthday, and getting ready to finish 9th grade. Instead, we are picking out a tree that will grow for many more years on this planet than the three years we had with her. Now Cottell Park, where Hanna spent many weekends playing, will have a lasting dedication in her honor. Thank you to CancerFree KIDS and Deerfield Township,” says Butterfly Walk Founder Amy Parabello.

For more information about the Butterfly Walk and 5K and CancerFree KIDS, please visit: www. cancerfreekids.org.

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME!

Volunteerism and Generosity Abounds in Deerfield Parks Growing, changing, and beautiful Deerfield Township parks are supported by lots of hard work, volunteerism, and a giving spirit. Here is a listing of some great news and improvements to some of the Deerfield Parks recently.

KINGSWOOD SPRING CLEAN UP A big shout out to the 56 dedicated volunteers who came out for the Kingswood Spring Cleanup! Volunteers worked hard to scour the park for any litter, twigs, and garbage in the park. Local twigs collected throughout the park were recycled into mulch.

Local Kings Youth Lacrosse team and the Daisy Troop donated their time, along with countless individuals and entire families. Deerfield Township Trustee Kristin Malhotra helped with the cleanup, too.

Residents don’t have to wait for an organized cleanup day to help keep Deerfield Township parks tidy. Feel free to pick up unsightly garbage and keep our parks clean anytime!

Baseball outfield fences are an important part of any baseball, softball, or little league field. These features keep visitors safe and represent a boundary.

Thanks to the partnership with Deerfield Township and the Mason Youth Organization, Cottell Park has recently installed outfield fencing. This new installation is a great amenity to the park.

TAKE AIM! The newly installed Carter Park Archery Range is proving to be a great addition for archery enthusiasts. Located at 1720 East King Avenue, you’ll find it situated in the park on the northeast edge of the paved pathway loop. Hours of operation are a half hour after sunrise to a half hour before sunset. Block targets are placed from 10, 20, 30, and 40 yards.

The archery range was achieved through a grant made possible by the ODNR Division of Wildlife Range Subsidy Grant. The range meets the National Field Archery Association (NFAA) Guidelines for Safety.

COTTELL PARK BEAUTIFICATION! Deerfield Township thanks the Mason-Deerfield Rotary Club for their generous donation to purchase 15 new trees for Cottell Park. A variety of tree types will line the park along Snider Road. Community members helped to plant the trees.

Learn hands-on techniques to defend yourself during dangerous situations. Develop awareness, strength, and self-confidence during simulated scenarios.

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Mason Launches Expanded Tech Elevator

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emonstrating its forward-thinking commitment to the Greater Cincinnati startup community, the City of Mason, working in partnership with a private sector partner, Top Gun Sales Performance, has expanded the Mason Tech Elevator program to its third location in six years.

The Mason Tech Elevator is a first-of-its-kind program in the region dedicated to taking early stage tech and bioscience companies and connecting them with infrastructure, reduced overhead cost, the right network, tools, and a pathway for their continued growth stages. The newest location in the Triangle Building at 5412 Courseview Drive, MTE @ Triangle, adds 85,000 square feet to the Mason Tech Elevator program, taking the entire portfolio to 170,000 square feet of total space. City Council held its Council meeting in the facility on May 14 and hosted an open house for the public and tech community.

“This has been a great growing ground for innovative businesses and an opportunity to fuel an innovative ecosystem,” says Mason Mayor Victor Kidd. “We have among us some very intelligent, forward-thinking people who have been able to turn their brain power into very successful companies and we appreciate that very much.”

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Deerfield D.A.R.E. Deputy Dedicated to Students and Community

s students get ready to go back to school, D.A.R.E. Deputy Nick Caito is preparing to meet the new group of elementary and junior high students who will enter his D.A.R.E. classes for the 2018–2019 school year.

Deputy Caito was assigned as Deerfield Township’s D.A.R.E. Officer and Crime Prevention Officer in June 2017. Each year, he will guide over 1,300 students through the D.A.R.E. program, including students from the Kings Local Elementary Schools, Columbia Intermediate, Kings Junior High School, Little Miami Junior High School, St. Margaret of York, and Cincinnati Montessori.

Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) was founded in Los Angeles in 1983 as a joint initiative between the LAPD and the Los Angeles Unified School District. Students who enter the program sign a pledge not to use drugs or join gangs and are informed by local police officers about the government’s beliefs about the dangers of recreational drug use.

In Deerfield Township, the curriculum calls for 4th graders to partic-

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the City access to another pathway for entrepreneurial growth: to retain growing companies and attract new innovation sector opportunities. Genetesis, an early stage medical device company that made headlines when it received seed stage funding from celebrity venture capitalist Mark Cuban, is an early success story at the Triangle Building. Momentum continued this year with the addition of Lantek, which expanded from 5155 Financial Way; new recruit Intellicasting; and L3, a Mason business community staple expanding its aerospace expertise to an innovation lab in the Mason Tech Elevator.

L3 Technologies plans to occupy the entire fourth floor of the Triangle Office building, bringing between 80 to 100 employees according to Brian Perry, senior vice president of operations.

Perry credited the company’s partnership with the City’s economic development team and its proximity to the new Mason Tech Elevator campus as determining factors for the expansion, which he said would occur in August or September.

Across its three campuses, the Mason Tech Elevator portfolio includes Assurex Health/Myriad Genetics, ADB Companies, Atomic Robot, Hipaax, Trayak, ConnXus, Genetesis, Include Health, Intellicasting, Bard Inc., Stack, Festo, Riverbend Worldwide, Lantek, and L3. A strong pipeline of prospects is expected to generate more announcements in the next three to eight months.

ipate in four training classes. Sixth graders will go through a 10-week training class. Kings Junior High School students participate in three classes and the Little Miami 7th graders are enrolled in the D.A.R.E. program throughout the entire school year. Graduations are on a rolling basis, depending on when classes are completed.

Deputy Caito also visits local 1st and 2nd graders to talk about law enforcement, safety, and stranger danger throughout the Township. He also visits local daycare facilities and speaks to Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops.

Deputy Caito will visit local businesses and organizations to teach self defense classes to women and active assailant training.

For more information about the D.A.R.E. program and Women’s Basic Self-Defense classes, Active Assailant Training, and any other community oriented policing classes/events, contact:

Deputy Nick Caito, Nicholas.caito@wcsooh.org, 513.701.1808

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Deerfield Comprehensive Plan Ensures Smart Growth

he Township intends to update its Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan) following the Parks Master Plan, which is currently underway. A Comprehensive Plan is a strategic guide that expresses the values and aspirations of a community. In the case of Deerfield Township, it provides a comprehensive and proactive planning tool to guide government policy which helps guide public and private activities related to land use, development, and use of resources and/or services such as police, fire, infrastructure, and parks. The ultimate goal is to ensure smart growth, which allows the Township to continue providing a high level of service to existing and future residents and businesses and visitors.

THE COMP PLAN IS/WILL:  Incorporate key objectives into a comprehensive and accessible final document;

 A plan that is a tool to prepare for change; a guide for local decision-making that is implemented over time;

 Identify key areas for redevelopment and placemaking initiatives; and

 Create an implementable list of action items in immediate, short and long terms.

The current Comp Plan (2035 Vision) was adopted in 2015. According to planning industry standards, updates to the Comp Plan should occur every five years. As such, an update to the Comp Plan should occur in 2020. It is important to evaluate the plan every five years, especially with the constant changes in the economy, to be consistent with the community goals and addressing current issues/concerns within the community.

It is anticipated that the Comp Plan Update will begin early 2019.

CORPORATE CHALLENGE 5K WALK/RUN

SAVE THE DATE OCTOBER 2o, 2018 • 9 a.m.

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Summer Fun Camp

ason Community Center C amp participants enjoyed field trips, creek walking, swimming at Lou Eves Municipal Pool, exploring Pine Hill Lakes Park, crafts and more!

Looking forward to next year!

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CONGRATULATIONS – Mason-headquartered Cintas celebrates 90 years and Fortune 500 ranking.

A sincere congratulations to Mason-headquartered Cintas for its recent inaugural appointment as a Fortune 500 company.

The list, compiled and maintained by Fortune magazine, ranks American com-

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panies by annual revenues. The ranking reflects Cintas’ nearly 11% revenue growth over the last year, which propelled the company up 20 spots in the annual list.

With revenues of more than $5.4 billion, Cintas joins the list for the first time at number 500.

Cintas’ extraordinary growth over the last decade is a result of the company’s commitment to a disciplined strategy of expansion into new vertical markets while

increasing share in existing markets. The industry leader, Cintas has more than 1 million business customers. Cintas will celebrate its 90th anniversary of operation and 35th anniversary as a publicly traded corporation this year. Congratulations!

We are proud to have such a prestigious corporate partner in Mason.

Safer Schools and Music Education Designation for Kings Local School District

he Kings Local School District, in partnership with the Warren County Sheriff’s Office and Deerfield Township will add an additional full-time school resource officer beginning in the 2018–2019 school year at no cost to the school district.

The new officer is a Warren County Sheriff’s deputy. Charlie Hale will be the full-time school resource officer for the Kings elementary buildings which will be funded by Deerfield Township.

“There is no higher priority than the safety and security of our students and staff,” says Tim Ackermann, superintendent of Kings Local School District. Ackermann noted that the district currently has one school resource officer headquartered at Kings High School but with responsibility for multiple locations.

The addition of a second full-time deputy will significantly expand the safety coverage the district provides to students and staff. “We are grateful for the strong partnership we enjoy with Deerfield Township and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office,” Ackermann says. “Knowing Sheriff Larry Sims and his team are focused on our safety allows us to keep our attention on educating.”

“We are 100 percent committed to supporting our local school districts in

any way we can,” says Lelle Lutts-Hedding, president of the Deerfield Township Board of Trustees. “Ensuring the safety of our kids takes the watchful eye of an entire community. The Township recognizes the responsibility we have every single day to keep our school campuses safe, and we are honored to work with Sheriff Sims, Superintendent Ackermann, and the entire school district to do so.”

The Kings Local School District has been honored for the second year in a row with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. This year, only 583 school districts were chosen nationwide.

The Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students. To qualify for the Best Communities designation, The Kings District answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program, and community music-making programs. Responses were verified with school officials and reviewed by The Music Research Institute at the University of Kansas.

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Deerfield Parks and Recreation For more information, please visit DeerfieldRec.com or contact us at sgebe@deerfieldtwp.com

Community Visioning Workshops Engaging our community is a key component of the Parks Master Planning process. At Community Visioning Workshops, you’ll be able to discuss ideas, ask questions, review survey results, and evaluate alternatives for the future of Deerfield parks. Workshops begin at 6:30 pm with a large group presentation, followed by break-out sessions. Participants will discuss ideas, ask questions, and dig deeper into plan goals. Each workshop is held near a different quadrant of the Township to encourage participation by the entire community.

Visit PlanDeerfieldParks.com for more details, including project documentation, timelines, and additional opportunities to participate in the planning process.

Meeting

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Community Visioning Workshop #2

September 5, 2018

6:30pm

Four Bridges Country Club – Dining Room 8300 Four Bridges Drive, Liberty Township OH 45044

Community Visioning Workshop #3

October 11, 2018

6:30pm

North Cincinnati Community Church 6170 Irwin-Simpson Road, Mason, OH 45040

Community Visioning Workshop #4

November 28, 2018 6:30pm

Kings High School – Cafeteria 5500 Columbia Road, Kings Mills, OH 45034

Movies in the Park Grab your blanket and settle in for a relaxing night under the stars! Movies begin at dark..

Kidchella Cincinnati Family Magazine presents a family fun music festival for all ages. Enjoy live music, giveaways, shopping, and games.

Date Time Sunday, August 1:00pm – 12, 2018 5:00pm

Location Cottell Park (5847 IrwinSimpson Road, Mason, OH 45040

Registration This is an admission-free community event; no registration is required.

Powder Keg 5K Trail Race This course explores the trails around the historic King Mansion. All proceeds benefit The Arts Alliance and go toward future arts programming.

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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle

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8/24/2018

Landen-Deerfield Park

A Wrinkle in Time

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Registration

Saturday, August 25, Carter Park (1720 East For more information or to register, please visit www.RunningTime.net.

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Touch-A-Truck We’ve partnered with the Deerfield Towne Center to offer the community an opportunity to get an up-close look at fire trucks, sheriff vehicles, snow plows, tractors, and more!

Date Time Location Saturday, September 10:00am – Deerfield Towne 8, 2018 2:00pm Center (5503 Deerfield Boulevard, Mason, OH 45040)

Halloween Treat Street

10K on Turkey Day Race and 5K Run/Walk

Enjoy a spell-binding evening of fun for the whole family! Trick-or-treat from store to store and more! Free fun for everyone, so get into your favorite costume and head to the Deerfield Towne Center Halloween Treat Street!

If you are looking for a low-cost, low key Thanksgiving Day alternative, this is it. We will start early so you can get the race in and get on with your day. Easy access and plenty of parking available. This race features a 10K race, 5K race, and 5K walk that begin and end at Lifetime Fitness. We welcome runners and walkers of all levels. Visit www.DeerfieldRec.com for a link to register.

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Registration This is a FREE community event; no registration is required.

Time 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location Deerfield Towne Center

Deerfield Township Trustees have designated October 31 for neighborhood trick-or-treat night.

Have a safe and happy Halloween!

Paint-Your-Own Pottery Bring your family and friends to the Snyder House for our paintyour-own pottery event! Participants can select from a variety of options—cups, bowls, plates, boxes, banks, and more! We provide all the supplies you need to relax and paint your piece. Visit our website, www.DeerfieldRec.com, to reserve your spot online.

Date Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Time 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location Snyder House at Cottell Park (5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason, OH 45040)

Date Time Thursday, November 8:00am 22, 2018

Location 8310 Wilkens Blvd, Mason, OH 45040

Santa’s Workshop Registration begins online November 1 at www.DeerfieldRec.com; space is limited. All of Santa’s helpers and children scurry about to create some special gifts for people on their holiday lists. This free event for Deerfield Township residents offers crafts, a visit from Santa, and a chance for children to create something special to give for the holidays.

Ages Deerfield Township Residents; Youth, 3 – 8 years old, accompanied by an adult

Date Time Saturday, 10:00am December 1, 2018 OR 11:00am

Location Snyder House at Cottell Park (5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason, OH 45040)

Holiday Lights See Santa arrive by Fire Truck, count down as they flip the switch to light the towering Christmas tree, and more! Come join the holiday magic at this free community event!

Date Saturday, December 8, 2018

Time 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Location Deerfield Towne Center Fall 2018

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Mason Community Center Activities FAMILY SPECIAL EVENTS

New Resident Coffee Meeting Room

New to the area? Meet other new residents and their families to learn more about the area at our monthly new resident coffee held on the first Wednesday of every month from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Residents who recently moved to the City of Mason or the Mason City School District are invited to attend. The coffee is hosted by the Community Basket and is sponsored by the City of Mason and the Mason Deerfield Chamber of Commerce.

Refreshments and tours of Mason Community Center will be provided.

Those in attendance will also receive a one-day family pass to the Mason Community Center.

SPORTS

Tae Kwon Do Beginner Gymnasium

Tae Kwon Do is a well-balanced Korean martial art that specializes in kicking skills. No previous experience is necessary for this class. Adults, teens, and children will train together in a family oriented program.

Parents of all participants under the age of 13 are asked to remain on site, or in the gym if not a member, during class. Please note: A Tae Kwon Do uniform is not required for participation in this class; however, a uniform may be required for any participants who would like to enjoy this program long-term.

Day Date Tu,Th 9/4-9/27 Tu,Th 10/2-10/30 Tu,Th 11/1-11/29 Tu,Th 12/4-12/13 *No Class 11/22

Time 6:30-7:30P 6:30-7:30P 6:30-7:30P 6:30-7:30P

Age 6 & up 6 & up 6 & up 6 & up

Deadline 8/28 9/25 10/25 11/27

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $28 /$33 /$42 /$50

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Tae Kwon Do Advanced Gymnasium

This advanced class focuses on overall self-control, self-discipline, self-defense techniques, balance, flexibility, and strength. Tae Kwon Do will build character and develop courtesy, integrity, honor, respect, loyalty, perseverance, concentration, and compassion to their highest potential.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Tu,Th 9/4-9/27 Tu,Th 10/2-10/30 Tu,Th 11/1-11/29 Tu,Th 12/4-12/13 *No Class 11/22

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6:30-8:00P 6:30-8:00P 6:30-8:00P 6:30-8:00P

PRE: Premier pass holder

6 & up 6 & up 6 & up 6 & up

8/28 9/25 10/25 11/27

BAS: Basic pass holder

$45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $45 /$55 /$60 /$60 $28 /$33 /$42 /$50

MR: Mason resident

411113-01 411113-02 411113-03*

411113-04

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

FAMILY Registration is open to Mason residents and children attending Mason City Schools. The deadline to register is Monday, October 1. After this date, Mason Community Center communicates registration information to MYB. Your MYB coach will contact you at least one week before practices begin.

For more information on team formation and the MYB program, please go to www.masonyouthbasketball.org.

Mason Youth Basketball

The City of Mason, in cooperation with Mason Youth Basketball (MYB), is pleased to offer the annual youth basketball program.

Instructional and recreational leagues do not require tryouts. A numbered jersey and basketball shorts will be provided to all players.

MYB Game Admission Admission to each recreational or athletic league game is $2 per adult and $1 per child or senior, and not more than $5 per family.

Mason Community Center members do not need to pay the daily admission fee for games held at Mason Community Center.

Save time at the door and purchase a punch pass for games played at Mason Community Center. (Games in the Mason City Schools and away games are not covered by the pass.)

Family Pass (5-game pass) $25

Single Adult Pass (5-game pass) $10

MYB Recreational Leagues Field House

The City of Mason, in cooperation with Mason Youth Basketball (MYB), is pleased to offer the annual youth basketball program. This is one of the Community Center’s most popular youth programs! Our recreational basketball league is a great way to learn more about the sport while having FUN with other kids.

Practices will begin in November and games will start the first weekend in December. Home games will be played at Mason Community Center or in the Mason schools.

Games will be played on weekends (Friday–Sunday). Practice days and times will vary. Players will be contacted by MYB and their coaches on specific practice and game times and locations. A numbered jersey and basketball shorts will be provided to all players. Registration is open to Mason residents and children attending Mason City Schools.

For more information on team formation and the MYB program, please go to www.masonyouthbasketball.org.

Please note: For grades 7 and up, players are encouraged to sign up as teams. There is no guarantee of individual placement.

Day BOYS 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3

Grade

Deadline

Fee (PRE/BAS/DR)

Activity

3 4 5 6 7 8

10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1

$96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138

332024-02 332024-03 332024-04 332024-05 332024-06 332024-07

GIRLS 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3

3 4 5 6 7 8 9-10 11-12

10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1 10/1

$96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138 $96 /$113 /$138

332024-11 332024-12 332024-13 332024-14 332024-15 332024-16 332024-17 332024-18

DR: Mason City School District Resident

To register, see page 6.

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

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MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

FAMILY MYB Instructional Leagues

MYB Athletic League Tryouts

Field House

Field House

Practices will be held one night a week in local gyms, with games scheduled at the Mason Community Center. Practice days and times will vary. Games will start in December and will be played on the weekends. Players will play on 8' rims.

Mason Community Center offers both Athletic and Recreational Basketball Leagues for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.

Day BOYS 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3

Grade

Deadline

Fee (PRE/BAS/DR)

Activity

1 2

10/1 10/1

$86 /$102 /$127 $86 /$102 /$127

332024-01 332024-20

GIRLS 10/29-3/3 10/29-3/3

1 2

10/1 10/1

$86 /$102 /$127 $86 /$102 /$127

332024-10 332024-21

Tryouts for our Athletic Basketball League Program are indicated below. You will need to register for the Recreational League for the opportunity to try out for one of our Athletic Basketball teams. Those who do not make an Athletic Team will automatically be placed on a Recreational League Team; no additional registration is required. Once Athletic Teams are established some additional fees may apply for participants who do make those teams.

Girls

Boys

Sunday, September 16 • Grade 4: 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

• Grade 5: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

• Grade 6: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, September 18 and Wednesday, September 19 (Players must attend both evenings) • Grade 4: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

• Grade 5: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

• Grade 6: 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.

MEMBER APPRECIATION DAYS T hursday, Friday, Saturday - November 8, 9, 10 3 DAYS ONLY

PREMIER MEMBER SAVINGS! ANY REGULAR PRICED ITEM IN SYMBIOSIS

PRIZE DRAWINGS Limit one ticket per member, per day. Winners will be notified by phone or email.

3 DAYS ONLY

ALL MEMBER SAVINGS! HEALTHY

LIFESTYLES

GROUP X

PUNCH PASS

(limit 1)

15

PERSONAL

TRAINING

ALL OFFERS EXPIRE ONE YEAR FROM DATE PURCHASED.

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STOP IN TO CHECK OUT DAILY FEATURES OFFERED TO MEMBERS!

BRING A FRIEND FREE Bring a friend free on all 3 days (no guest pass needed). If your friend becomes a member, you get a month FREE, as part of our referral program.

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER

PRE: Premier pass holder

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

PRESCHOOL AQUATICS

Me Too!

Mason Youth Basketball Volunteer Coaches

Leisure Pool

The City of Mason, in cooperation with Mason Youth Basketball (MYB), is pleased to offer the annual youth basketball program.

Practices will begin in November and games will start the first weekend in December. Home games will be played at Mason Community Center or in the Mason schools. Games will be played on weekends (Friday–Sunday).

Those interested in volunteering for the 2018–2019 season should register, complete the following paperwork and email all paperwork to Dana Maidenberg at DMaidenberg@ masonoh.org by October 1, 2018: • Complete the volunteer application printed with your registration receipt.

• Complete the Concussion in Sports online training. This includes an educational tutorial followed by a short test. Sign up to take this free course at http://nfhslearn.com/ courses/38000.

• Provide your National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) certification number on your application.

• To obtain or renew your National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA) certification you must participate in the three part online training clinic. This clinic is $20 and includes education tutorials followed by a 15-question multiple choice test. After completion, you will receive a certification, NYSCA membership, and liability insurance coverage. Sign up to take this course at http://www.nays.org/coaches/.

• Mason Community Center requires anyone working with children to pass a background check. The Mason Police Department, located at 6000 Mason-Montgomery Road, offers fingerprint processing. Their office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. You will need to bring a valid photo ID (driver’s license, passport, state ID card) and specify you are being fingerprinted for the City of Mason’s youth basketball program.

After all paperwork is submitted, the MYB Board will contact you with the status of your registration.

Date Age 10/29-3/3 18 & up

To register, see page 6.

Deadline 10/1

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Free

www.imaginemason.org

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513.229.8555

This parent/child class is designed to teach you to work safely in the water with your child. Skills will be taught at an introductory level including pool safety, water acclimation, floating and gliding with support, submerging, and blowing bubbles through mouth and/or nose. Please register for both sessions during registration.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Sa 8/25-10/13 10:45-11:15A 6 mos-2 8/24 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 452312-01* yrs Sa 10/2710:45-11:15A 6 mos-2 10/14 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 452412-01* 12/15 yrs *No Class 9/15 & 11/24

ENRICHMENT

Abrakadoodle Activity Room B

Create dots that explode with colorful paint, make sandpaper monsters come alive with oodles of sidewalk chalk, and use Model Magic® that glitters and twinkles full of stars. The exploration never ends when using Crayola® products. Have a colorful time creating your own art! Materials included.

Day Date Time W 9/12-10/17 5:30-6:15P

Age 3-5

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 9/5 $68 /$80 /$100 /$120 463102-02

Abrakadoodle Activity Room B

Dream up your best artwork in this mythical, magical art adventure! Learn about Irish folklore, Native American stories, and Guatemalan culture while creating dreamy creatures and unique dream catchers. Be inspired by American illustrator N.C. Wyeth to daydream in the clouds and Martin Luther King, Jr. to dream of changing the world. Explore every kind of dream you can imagine! Materials included.

Day Date Time W 11/7-12/12 5:30-6:15P *No Class 11/21

Age 3-5

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 10/31 $60 /$71 /$89 /$107 463102-04*

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PRESCHOOL SPORTS

Mom and Me Gymnastics Multipurpose Room

This parent and child class will help develop your child’s basic motor skills through jumping, skipping, hopping, running, and rolling. You will use beams, wedges, and mats to engage your child through structured play.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Sa 8/25-10/13 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yrs 8/21 $49 /$58 /$73 /$87 433461-03* Sa 10/20-12/15 9:45-10:15A 18mo-3yrs 10/13 $56 /$66 /$83 /$99 433461-04* *No Class 9/15 & 11/24

FACT:

There are valuable lessons involved in learning how to use a microscope.

Tiny Tumblers

Multipurpose Room Your child will learn to follow directions without the assistance of a parent and focus on basic gymnastics skills such as forward rolls, backward rolls, headstands, and backbends. He or she will also work on circuit training and be introduced to the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor.

Day Date F 8/24-10/12 Sa 8/25-10/13

Time Age 4:00-4:45P 3 10:15-11:00A 3

F 10/19-12/14 4:00-4:45P 3 Sa 10/20-12/15 10:15-11:00A 3 *No Class 9/15, 11/23 & 11/24

BALANCED LEARNING® WAY:

Including how to share.

SEE BALANCED LEARNING IN ACTION. CALL FOR A TOUR TODAY! Infants – Private Kindergarten & After School

Primrose School of Mason 5888 Snider Road | Mason, OH 45040 513.336.6756 | PrimroseMason.com Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise. Primrose Schools® and Balanced Learning® are registered trademarks of Primrose School Franchising Company. ©2016 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved. See primroseschools.com for ‘fact’ source and curriculum detail.

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Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 8/21 $56 /$66 /$83 /$99 433470-07 8/21 $49 /$58 /$73 /$87 433470-08* 10/12 10/13

$56 /$66 /$83 /$99 $56 /$66 /$83 /$99

433470-09* 433470-10*

Jumping Jacks

Multipurpose Room Your child will improve gross motor skills, flexibility, and coordination through circuit training. He or she will also be introduced to the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor.

Day Date F 8/24-10/12 Sa 8/25-10/13

Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 5:45-6:45P 4-5 8/21 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 433476-04 11:15A-12:15P 4-5 8/21 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 433476-05*

F 10/19-12/14 5:45-6:45P 4-5 Sa 10/20-12/15 11:15A-12:15P 4-5 *No Class 9/15, 11/23 & 11/24

PRE: Premier pass holder

10/12 10/13

BAS: Basic pass holder

$74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132

MR: Mason resident

433476-06* 433476-07*

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

YOUTH AQUATICS

Invitation Only Classes

Please note: Invitation to the following classes is at the gymnastic coach’s discretion.

MASON SWIM ACADEMY

Advanced Jumping Jacks

Please register for both sessions during registration.

Premier Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 17, 2018 Open Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, August 20, 2018 Register online at https://webtrac.imaginemason.org

Multipurpose Room

Younger students who are ready for more advanced gymnastics skills may be invited by their instructor to practice in this class. He or she will work on more advanced skills on the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor.

Day Date Time Tu 8/28-10/9 4:00-5:00P Tu 10/16-12/4 4:00-5:00P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 4-5 8/21 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 433473-02 4-5 10/9 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 433473-03

Outdoor Hummingbirds

Station 1

Leisure Pool Your child will learn to put his or her face in the water and blow bubbles through his/her nose as well as complete 10 relaxed bobs. To participate in this class, your child must be comfortable in a group class setting without a parent.

Class Times: M or W 4:45-5:15P or 5:20-5:50P Sa 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A or 10:10-10:40A

Heritage Oak Park

Your child will have fun and learn the basics of soccer: dribbling, passing, trapping, shooting, defense, and positioning. Each session consists of instruction in each aspect of the game, participation in fun drills that are designed to teach fundamental skills to young children, and low-key, noncompetitive games. All coaching will be conducted by Jump Start Sports staff.

Day Date Time M 9/10-10/15 5:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 3-6 9/3 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 433123-05

Date Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) 8/25-10/13 3-5 8/23 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** 10/22-12/15 3-5 10/14 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** *No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 11/19, 11/21 & 11/24 **Sections offering six classes have adjusted rates.

Activity 452321* 452421*

Station 2

Leisure Pool Your child will build on what he or she learned in Station 1 by learning to glide on his or her front and back in a streamline position. He or she will also learn to roll from front to back float.

T-Birds T-Ball

Heritage Oak Park Your child will receive a fun and instructional introduction to baseball learning the basics of throwing, catching, fielding, batting, and base running. Skills learned will be applied in fun, noncompetitive games.

Jump Start Sports Coaches will attend and oversee instruction and games; parent participation is welcomed.

Day Date T 9/4-10/2

Time 5:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 3-4 8/28 $70 /$83 /$104 /$125 433120-05

Activity 452322* 452422*

Your child will enhance his or her breath control and streamlining skills learned in previous Stations while learning proper kicking.

This tennis class is for beginners and participants will learn ball striking skills, scoring, and basic strategy in a fun, stimulating environment. Most enrollees will have little to no tennis experience.

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 6:00-7:00P 4-5 8/21 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 342215-12 10:00-11:00A 4-5 8/25 $44 /$52 /$65 /$78 342215-13*

www.imaginemason.org

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 **

Leisure Pool

Heritage Oak Park

To register, see page 6.

Date Age Deadline 8/25-10/13 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/15 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 11/19, 11/21 & 11/24 **Sections offering six classes have adjusted rates.

Station 3

Pee Wees Tennis

Day Date Tu 8/28-9/25 Sa 9/1-9/29 *No Class 9/15

Class Times: M or W 4:45-5:15P, 5:20-5:50P, 5:55-6:25P, or 6:30-7:00P Sa 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A, 10:10-10:40A or 10:45-11:15A

513.229.8555

Class Times: M or W 4:45-5:15P, 5:20-5:50P, 5:55-6:25P, or 6:30-7:00P Sa 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A, 10:10-10:40A or 10:45-11:15A Date Age Deadline 8/25-10/13 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/15 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 11/19, 11/21 & 11/24 **Sections offering six classes have adjusted rates.

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** $65 /$77 /$97 /$116 **

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Activity 452323* 452423*

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YOUTH Station 4

Leisure Pool Your child will begin the side glide and front crawl stroke, adding on to skills he or she learned in previous Stations.

Class Times: M or W 4:45-5:15P, 5:20-5:50P, 5:55-6:25P, or 6:30-7:00P Sa 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A, 10:10-10:40A or 10:45-11:15A Date Age Deadline 8/25-10/13 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/15 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 11/19, 11/21 & 11/24 **Sections offering six classes have adjusted rates.

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** $65 /$77 /$97 /$116**

Activity 452324* 452424*

Station 5/6 Leisure Pool

Your child will add on to the techniques acquired in previous Stations and begin learning proper freestyle stroke with rotary breathing and the back stroke.

Class Times: M or W 4:45-5:15P, 5:20-5:50P, 5:55-6:25P, or 6:30-7:00P Sa 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A, 10:10-10:40A or 10:45-11:15A Date Age Deadline 8/25-10/13 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/15 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 11/19, 11/21 & 11/24 **Sections offering six classes have adjusted rates.

Leisure Pool

9:3011:30 AM Saturday, Sept. 22

Continue to build on skills learned in previous Stations and learn advanced elements and stroke efficiency in all four stroke types. Stroke School meets twice a week and includes the skills taught in Stations 7 and 8 of the SwimAmerica program.

A pair of long swim fins with adjustable backs is recommended.

Class Times: M & W 6:00-6:45P or 7:00-7:45P Date Age Deadline 8/27-10/10 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/12 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 10/31, 11/19 & 11/21

Mason • LEARN BIKE SAFETY Community • BIKE THROUGH A CONED COURSE Center

• RIDE THROUGH PINE HILLS LAKES PARK WITH MASON POLICE BICYCLE OFFICERS

Activity 452325* 452425*

Stroke School

B I K E

RODEO

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $65 /$77 /$97 /$116** $65 /$77 /$97 /$116**

Ages 7 - 12

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $132 /$156 /$181 /$206 $132 /$156 /$181 /$206

Activity 452326* 452426*

SwimFit

Competition Pool SwimFit is Station 9 and 10 of SwimAmerica and focuses on building the swimmer’s strength and endurance in every stroke through drills, multiple laps, and on-deck coaching. SwimFit allows swimmers to get the feeling of being on a swim team without the competition.

Class Times: M & W 7:00-7:45P Date Age Deadline 8/27-10/10 3-17 8/23 10/22-12/12 3-17 10/14 *No Class 9/3, 10/31, 11/19 & 11/21

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PRE: Premier pass holder

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $132 /$156 /$181 /$206 $132 /$156 /$181 /$206

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

Activity 452327* 452427*

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

YOUTH Private Learn to Swim Classes

Are you looking for comfort in the water, improved stroke technique and endurance, or a supplement to the Mason Swim Academy Learn to Swim program? We offer classes for all ages and levels. Work one-on-one with a Mason Swim Academy coach who will customize the class to suit your goals. While we cannot guarantee the same coach for every class, there will always be a certified Mason Swim Academy coach available.

Class Times: T 5:30-6:00P, 6:05-6:35P, 6:40-7:10P or 7:15-7:45P Su 9:00-9:30A, 9:35-10:05A, 10:10-10:40A, 10:45-11:15A or 11:20-11:50A Date Age 8/26-10/9 4 & up 10/21-12/11 4 & up *No Class 11/18 & 11/20

Deadline 8/23 10/14

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $175 /$206 /$231 /$256 $175 /$206 /$231 /$256

Activity 452319 452419*

Meeting Rooms

Students will learn to navigate and utilize basic Google Tools in Chrome, access and use the Chrome Web Store, add extensions and apps to their Google account, improve their Digital Citizenship Safety Skills, and so much more! Students are welcome to bring their own Chromebook or other laptop that has access to the Chrome Browser if they have one. However, a device will be provided for them if necessary.

Day Date W 8/29-9/26

CAMPS

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 6-12 8/22 $72 /$85 /$107 /$128 463301-01

Meeting Rooms

Meeting Rooms

Create sorting and programmable machines using Lego EV3 brick and machine programming blocks.

Focus on sorting by color, autonomous driving, and moving objects to designated locations.

Time 9:00A-4:00P

Time 1:00-2:00P

Google Basics for Kids

iDAP Computer Camp

Day Date M 11/19

Google Basics for Kids– Homeschool Student Edition

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 8-14 11/12 $103 /$122 /$147 /$172 463300-02

Students will learn to navigate and utilize basic Google Tools in Chrome, access and use the Chrome Web Store, add extensions and apps to their Google account, improve their Digital Citizenship Safety Skills, and so much more! Students are welcome to bring their own Chromebook or other laptop that has access to the Chrome Browser if they have one. However, a device will be provided for them if necessary.

Day Date W 8/29-9/26

Time 5:30-6:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 6-12 8/22 $72 /$85 /$107 /$128 463301-02

Laffalot Fall Camp Field House - Court 1

If thunder roars, go indoors. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be in danger from lightning.

Laffalot’s One Day Wonder includes many of the games and sports kids love—soccer, basketball, dodgeball, parachute, pillo pollo, tag, scooters, and more! If being active and having fun with friends gets your child excited, then this is the program for them!

Day Date M 10/15

Time 9:00A-4:00P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 6-12 10/8 $44 /$52 /$65 /$78 462100-01

ENRICHMENT

iDAP Computer Program

iDaP academy’s after school technology education programs are built on a framework that weaves the principles of Marketing, Design, and Development with the latest software and technology.

Our mission is to deliver a different kind of STEM education to the youth of the world. iDaP academy is STEAM powered (Science, Technology, Entrepreneurism, Art, and Media) to teach 21st century skills in fun and engaging ways that give children a competitive advantage among their peers and prepares them for the future.

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Week 1 - Intro to Interaction Design (web development) Week 2 - Mobile First Web Design Week 3 - 3D Design - Board Game Creation Week 4 - 3D Design - Board Game Creation Week 5 - 3D Design - Board Game Creation Week 6 - Video Game Design (2D Character creation and animation) Week 7 - Video Game Design ( 2D Backgrounds and platform design) Week 8 - Video Game Design (Platform development - coding) Day Date M 9/10-10/29

To register, see page 6.

Time Age 5:30-6:30P 8-14

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) 9/3 $124 /$146 /$171 /$196

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

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Mason Twisters Regionals Competition

evel 7 & 8 competed in Tallmadge, Ohio, and the Xcel competition was held in Westfield, Indiana. Madison won a regional championship on her floor routine with a score of 9.65. Madison along with Audrey contributed to a third place finish for team Ohio while competing against teams from Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, and Kentucky. The 14 Twisters competing at the Xcel Regionals contributed to a second place finish for team Ohio.

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MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

YOUTH SPECIAL EVENTS

Parents’ Night Out Premier Member Perk!

Kids’ Korner

Enjoy a night out on the town while your children engage in a night full of fun at Mason Community Center. The evening will consist of themed programming and a pizza party sponsored by West Shore Pizza of Mason. We ask that you please pack a snack and drink for each event.

Children ages 6 and up will enjoy swim time while children under 6 will participate in preschool-themed activities on scheduled swim days. Please pack a swim suit and towel if your child will be swimming.

Parents’ Night Out is available to Premier members only. Please stop at the Member Services Desk to upgrade your membership if you would like to take part in this program and the many other benefits of Premier membership. We ask that each family sign up for only one Parents’ Night Out per month.

Early Bird Special

Online registration for Parents’ Night Out starts at 7:45 a.m. on Friday, August 17.

Phone registration starts at 8 a.m.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee Activity F 9/7 6:00-9:00P 3-12 8/31 Free 433806-01 Football Night: Kick off football season and wear your favorite football jersey. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

F 9/14 6:00-9:00P 3-12 9/7 Free 433806-02 Superheroes: Come dressed as your favorite superhero for a night of fun!

F 9/21 6:00-9:00P 3-12 9/14 Free 433806-03 Hat Night: Wear your favorite hat to Kids’ Korner tonight. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

F 9/28 6:00-9:00P 3-12 9/21 Free 433806-04 Ice Hockey: Dress in hockey apparel to celebrate your favorite team.

F 10/5 6:00-9:00P 3-12 9/28 Free 433806-05 Charlie Brown’s Birthday: Watch the Peanuts movie with us and celebrate Charlie Brown’s birthday. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

F 10/12 6:00-9:00P 3-12 10/5 Free 433806-06 Around the World: Participate in hands on activities to represent the various cultures of the world.

F 10/19 6:00-9:00P 3-12 10/12 Free 433806-07 School Spirit: Dress in your school colors and spirit gear to support your school. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

F 10/26 6:00-9:00P 3-12 10/19 Free 433806-08 Costumes!: Dress in your Halloween costume for a costume parade through the Community Center and a night of fun!

F 11/2 6:00-9:00P 3-12 10/26 Free 433806-09 Fall Harvest: Join us for a fun filled night of Fall activities. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

F 11/9 6:00-9:00P 3-12 11/2 Free 433806-10 Inside Out: Wear your clothes inside out for a wacky evening of fun!

F 11/16 6:00-9:00P 3-12 11/9 Free 433806-11 Gobble Gobble!: Make a turkey craft that will gobble its way home. Participants 6 years and older will enjoy swim time.

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SPORTS

Sassy Sixes and Sevens Gymnastics Multipurpose Room

Students will work on gymnastics drills, conditioning, and routines similar to those introduced in the Beginners and Advanced Beginners classes. He or she will continue to improve on basic gymnastic skills, flexibility, and strength.

Day Date Time M 8/27-10/8 5:00-6:00P Tu 8/28-10/9 4:30-5:30P F 8/24-10/12 4:45-5:45P Sa 8/25-10/13 12:15-1:15P *No Class 9/15, 11/23 & 11/24 M 10/15-12/3 5:00-6:00P Tu 10/16-12/4 4:30-5:30P F 10/19-12/14 4:45-5:45P Sa 10/20-12/15 12:15-1:15P *No Class 11/23 & 11/24

Age 6-7 6-7 6-7 6-7

Deadline 8/21 8/21 8/21 8/21

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $56 /$66 /$83 /$99 $65 /$77/$97 /$116 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $65 /$77/$97 /$116

Activity 433472-05 433472-06 433472-07 433472-08*

6-7 6-7 6-7 6-7

10/8 10/9 10/12 10/13

$74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132

433472-09 433472-10 433472-11* 433472-12*

Boys Beginners Gymnastics Multipurpose Room

Introduce your child to the world of men’s gymnastics. Students will learn basic gymnastics skills on the floor, vault, parallel bars, and high bar.

Day Date Tu 8/28-10/9 Tu 10/16-12/4

Time 5:30-6:30P 5:30-6:30P

Age 6-12 6-12

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 8/21 $65 /$77/$97 /$116 433488-04 10/9 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 433488-04

Beginners Gymnastics Multipurpose Room

Introduce your child to the world of gymnastics. Students will learn basic gymnastics skills on the floor, uneven bars, balance beam, and vault. Your child will then learn to put the skills together to form a routine. Conditioning and flexibility are also introduced at this level.

Day Date M 8/27-10/8 Tu 8/28-10/9 Th 8/23-10/11 *No Class 9/3 M 10/15-12/3 Tu 10/16-12/4 Th 10/18-12/13 *No Class 11/24

Time 6:00-7:00P 5:30-6:30P 6:30-7:30P

Age 8-17 8-17 8-17

Deadline 8/21 8/21 8/21

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $56 /$66 /$83 /$99 $65 /$77/$97 /$116 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132

Activity 433487-04* 433487-05 433487-06

6:00-7:00P 5:30-6:30P 6:30-7:30P

8-17 8-17 8-17

10/8 10/9 10/11

$74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132 $74 /$88 /$110 /$132

433487-07 433487-08 433487-09*

MR: Mason resident

NR: Nonresident

PRE: Premier pass holder

BAS: Basic pass holder

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

TEEN ENRICHMENT

Invitation Only Gymnastic Classes

Practice ACT/SAT

Please note: Invitation to the following classes is at the gymnastic coach’s discretion.

Senior Center

Join us for a free practice SAT or ACT test presented in partnership with College Tutors. Parents and students are offered a complimentary family meeting to discuss the results of the test.

Advanced Sassy Sixes and Sevens Multipurpose Room

Younger students who are ready for more advanced gymnastics skills may be invited by their instructor to practice in this class. He or she will work on more advanced routines on the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor. This class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

Day Date Tu,Th 8/28-10/11

Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Tu 6:30-7:30P 6-7 8/21 $142 /$168 /$193 /$218 433468-02 Th 5:30-6:30P Tu,Th 10/16-12/13 Tu 6:30-7:30P 6-7 10/9 $142 /$168 /$193 /$218 433468-03* Th 5:30-6:30P *No Class 11/22

Advanced Beginners Multipurpose Room

Students in this class must have some gymnastics experience and have mastered the basic Beginner skills. This class will provide a greater challenge to students on the floor, uneven bars, balance beam, and vault.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) M,W 8/27-10/10 6:30-7:30P 8 & up 8/21 $142 /$168 /$193 /$218 M,W 10/15-12/12 6:30-7:30P 8 & up 10/8 $142 /$168 /$193 /$218 *No Class 11/22

Activity 433482-02 433482-03

Future Stars Tennis Future Stars are tennis players just beginning to play from the baseline and will follow the “games” approach to learning tennis.

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

Time 7:00-8:00P 6:00-7:00P 11:00A-12:00P

Age 6-8 6-8 6-8

Deadline 8/21 8/23 8/25

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 $44 /$52 /$65 /$78

Activity 342216-15 342216-16 342216-17*

Heritage Oak Park

Is your tennis champ a beginner or graduate from Future Stars? Tennis participants in this class are comfortable serving and playing from the baseline and will learn rallying and strategy skills.

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

Day Date Time Th 8/30-9/27 7:00-8:00P Sa 9/1-9/29 12:00-1:00P *No Class 9/15

To register, see page 6.

Age 7-13 7-13

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 8/23 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 342217-10 8/25 $44 /$52 /$65 /$78 342217-11*

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

Time 8:00A-12:00P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 14-18 9/22 Free 431602-01

Meeting Rooms

There’s so much to know when it comes to college applications—how many schools should you apply to and how will you get all the applications done in time? We’ll tell you how to get it all done stress-free, and dispel any myths you may have heard. Parents are welcome.

Day Tu

Date 9/4

Time 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 8/28 Free 431602-02

ACT vs. SAT

Meeting Rooms Two very different tests yielding a score that will determine the schools you will get into. Which one is best for you? We’ll give you the pros and cons of each test, with special tips on how you can achieve your best score. Parents are welcome.

Date 9/25

Time 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 9/18 Free 431602-03

How to Write a Winning College Essay Meeting Rooms

Admissions officers read so many essays, so what are they really looking for? We’ll give you tips guaranteed to get your essay noticed and help you improve your writing skills along the way. Parents are welcome.

Day Tu

Junior Champs Tennis

Date 9/29

Managing College Applications

Day Tu

Heritage Oak Park

Day Date Tu 8/28-9/25 Th 8/30-9/27 Sa 9/1-9/29 *No Class 9/15

Day Sa

Date Time 10/16 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 10/9 Free 431602-04

What do College Admissions Officers Really think…?

Meeting Rooms

We’ll dispel myths and fill you in on everything you don’t know about getting into college. Parents are welcome.

Day Th

Date 11/1

Time 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 10/25 Free 431602-05

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GET YOUR AFTER SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP

$30/MONTH

(OR)

PAY $300 IN FULL

GRADES 7 THROUGH 12 VA L I D A U G U S T 1 4 , 2 0 1 8 - M AY 2 4 , 2 0 1 9 M O N DAY - F R I DAY A F T E R S C H O O L U N T I L 7 P M (PAS S N OT VAL ID WHE N MASON CIT Y SCHOOL IS NOT HELD/C A NC ELLED)

CLIMB THE ROCK WALL OR SWIM IN THE LEISURE POOL!

MASON COMMUNIT Y CENTER • 6050 M A SON-M ONTGOM ERY ROA D • M A SON, OHIO 45040 WWW.IM A GINEM A SON.ORG • 513.229.8555

after SCHOOL

teen drop-in

PROGRAMS

MON.

TEEN TRX

FITNESS FLOOR

2:45-3:30

TEEN BASKETBALL

GYM COURT A

2:30-4:30

TUES.

TEEN PILATES

STUDIO B

2:45-3:30

TEEN PICKLEBALL

GYM COURT A

2:30-4:30

WED.

TEEN CYCLE

STUDIO C

2:45-3:45

TEEN FUTBAL

GYM COURT A

2:30-4:30

THUR.

TEEN TONE

STUDIO A

2:45-3:30

TEEN VOLLEYBALL

GYM COURT B

2:30-4:30

FRI. MASON COMMUNITY CENTER 6050 MASON-MONTGOMERY ROAD • MASON, OHIO 45040 W W W. I M A G I N E M A S O N . O R G • 5 1 3 . 2 2 9 . 8 5 5 5

TEEN SMALL GROUP TRAINING TEEN YARD GAMES

STUDIO A

2:45-3:30

GYM COURT B

2:30-4:30

HOMEWORK ZONE ACTIVITY ROOM A

2:30-4:30 PM

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

TEEN Big Spender–How to Beat the College Cost Game

FITNESS & WELLNESS

Run the Parks

Meeting Rooms

With U.S. student loan debt topping $1.4 trillion and tuition costs up more than 1000% in the last 25 years, it’s hard to know what’s “normal” to spend on your higher education. We’ll provide tips on what you should be looking for and looking out for when it comes to spending and how to save (even without financial aid or scholarships!). Parents are welcome.

Day Tu

Date Time 11/13 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 11/6 Free 431602-06

City of Mason Parks Learn more of what Mason parks have to offer as you hit the pavement and breathe in the fresh air. This program welcomes both walkers and runners. A weekly email will be sent for participants to meet at the parks each week.

Day Tu

Date 9/6-9/27

Time Age 6:15-7:15P 13 & up

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 9/1 $20 /$24 /$30 /$36 461709-01

SPORTS

College Prep and Admissions Tips for Students with Learning Differences

Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Tennis

Planning for college can be stressful enough without having to worry about your learning differences. How will your learning differences affect your school choices, and how will each school be prepared to work with your needs? We’ll give you the information you need to arm yourself when considering schools and tips on what you should look out for. Parents are welcome.

Can you play from the baseline, rally five balls in a row, and begin to play sets? This tennis program is for you. Build on your skills and learn tennis strategy with this class.

Meeting Rooms

Day Tu

Date 12/4

Time 6:30-7:30P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11-18 11/27 Free 431602-07

Heritage Oak Park

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

Day Sa

Date 9/1-9/29

Time Age 12:00-1:00P 10-18

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 8/25 $44 /$52 /$65 /$78 342218-06*

T E E N P R OG RA M S

SEPT. 5 T H RU OCT. 24

Babysitter TrainiNG WEDNESD AYS

3:154:30 PM

Sept. 10 THRU Oct. 29

Mason Manta Rays Awarded Gold

Junior Lifeguarding Mondays 3:004:15 p.m.

To register, see page 6.

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

T

he City of Mason’s Manta Rays earned the coveted GOLD status in the 2018 USA Swimming Club Excellence program, a program that recognizes USA Swimming clubs for their commitment to excellence in performance. The City of Mason was ranked 8th out of 3,000 teams!

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MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

ADULT AQUATICS

ENRICHMENT

Adult Group Learn to Swim Class

CPR/AED Classes

Fire Station 51 Community Room

Leisure Pool

Beginner adults with little or no experience in the water will work on various skills and techniques to achieve the goal of water acclimation.

Intermediate adults who have mastered submerging and floating will work on backstroke and freestyle readiness. Swimmers whose skills exceed the intermediate level should contact our Aquatics team for additional class options.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Beginner M 8/27-10/8 M 10/22-12/10 Intermediate M 8/27-10/8 M 10/22-12/10 *No Class 9/3 & 11/19

7:05-7:35P 15 & up 8/23 7:05-7:35P 15 & up 10/14

$55 /$65 /$82 /$98 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98

452334-01* 452434-02*

7:05-7:35P 7:05-7:35P

$65 /$77 /$97 /$116 $65 /$77 /$97 /$116

452334-01* 452434-02*

15 & up 8/23 15 & up 10/14

As part of our effort to make the community a safer place to live and work, the City of Mason Fire Department is offering a series of CPR classes in 2015. CPR training is free for Premier members and Mason residents, and a small fee for nonresidents (discounts available for nonresidents who are Basic members of Mason Community Center).

All CPR instructors are Mason Firefighter/Paramedics and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members. During the sessions, participants will learn adult and child CPR as well as the proper operation of an automated external defibrillator (AED). After the four-hour class, participants will receive a certification from the American Heart Association.

Classes will be held in the community room at Fire Station 51, 4420 Mason-Montgomery Road. Please register through Mason Community Center.

Day M

Date 9/10

Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 9:00A-1:00P 18 & up 9/3 $0 /$7 /$0 /$10 421620-01

FITNESS & WELLNESS

Fitness Assessments Fitness Center

Take the first step toward better health today! To help you track your results and see how your hard work is paying off, we offer fitness assessments with our certified staff. Assessments include: heart rate, blood pressure, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and flexibility. Assessments are recommended every three to six months or at the start of an exercise routine. A full assessment takes approximately one hour. Please wear gym shoes and comfortable clothing. Please complete the Fitness Center Appointment Request Form at Mason Community Center or online at www.imaginemason.org to get started.

Bodies in Balance: Water Leisure Pool

Join us to use to start your aquatic exercise program. You’ll use the high resistance and low impact properties of water to increase overall muscle strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility. This water fitness program is ideal for those with arthritis, Parkinson’s, fibromyalgia, discharged or phase 3 pulmonary rehab, or other joint complications.

Led by a certified athletic trainer, Bodies in Balance: Water utilizes more rehab-based exercises compared to a traditional Water Fit class.

There will be no make-up classes or rescheduling for any absences.

Day Date Tu,Th 9/4-9/27 Tu,Th 10/2-10/25 Tu,Th 11/6-11/29 *No Class 11/22

Time 9:00-9:45A 9:00-9:45A 9:00-9:45A

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Age 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

Deadline 8/28 9/25 10/30

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $64 /$76 /$95 /$114 $64 /$76 /$95 /$114 $56 /$66 /$83 /$99

Activity 461604-01 461604-02 461604-03

Day Age Fee (PRE/BAS) Varies 15 & up $0* /$30** *Up to 4 free assessments per year. **Rate will be discounted from a personal training package purchased following your assessment.

Tough Turkey Workout Mason Community Center

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Date Time 11/22 7:30-10:00A

PRE: Premier pass holder

Age 12 & up

Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 11/15 $17 /$20 /$25 /$30 421307-01

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

ADULT Introductory Training Specials for Members

Personal Training Fitness Center

Looking for the best workouts to achieve your goals, need a coach to keep you motivated, or need to change up your routine of exercises? The certified personal trainers at Mason Community Center offer a variety of training packages to cater to individual needs, no matter what the goal. Stop by the Member Services Desk for more information or call 513.229.8555 to get started!

Punch Passes for Multiple Visits When you purchase a Personal Training package, your visits will be tracked through a punch pass system. Your visits will be linked to your membership card so you can find out how many sessions remain on your pass by stopping at the Member Services Desk.

Bring your membership card to the fitness desk when you come for your personal training appointment. You can renew your punch pass at Mason Community Center or by calling 513.229.8555.

These are available to all members new to personal training for a one-time purchase. You can choose either package but won’t have the option to take advantage of both.

Three 30-Minute Introductory Sessions $66 / Three 1-Hour Introductory Sessions $99 30-Minute Personal Training Package Individual One 30-Minute Session: Six 30-Minute Sessions: Twelve 30-Minute Sessions: Partner (train with a friend) One 30-Minute Session: Six 30-Minute Sessions: Twelve 30-Minute Sessions: 45-Minute Personal Training Package Individual One 45-Minute Session: Six 45-Minute Sessions: Twelve 45-Minute Sessions: Partner (train with a friend) One 45-Minute Session: Six 45-Minute Sessions: Twelve 45-Minute Sessions:

Premier

Basic

Non-Member

$35 $189

$42 $223

$63 $273

$370

$436

$486

$26 each $140 each $275 each

$31 each $165 each $324 each

$47 each $215 each $374 each

Premier

Basic

Non-Member

$45 $243 $475

$53 $286 $559

$80 $336 $609

$34 each $184 each $359 each

$40 each $217 each $423 each

$60 each $267 each $473 each

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Registration Required.

8:30 - 9:15 AM

9:30 - 10:15 AM

LEARN FUNDAMENTaLS,

GET TIPS ON BIKE SET UP,

AND PROPER FORM

CADENCE SPEEDS

AND SAFETY.

aND MORE.

MASON COMMUNIT Y CENTER 6050 Mason-Montgomery Road • Mason, Ohio 45040 www.imaginemason.org • 513.229.8555

To register, see page 6.

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

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MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

ADULT 1-Hour Personal Training Packages Individual One 1-Hour Session: Six 1-Hour Sessions: Twelve 1-Hour Sessions: Partner (train with a friend) One 1-Hour Session: Six 1-Hour Sessions: Twelve 1-Hour Sessions: Small Group Training 30-Minutes 3 Participants 4 Participants Six 30-Minutes 3 Participants 4 Participants Twelve 30-Minutes 3 Participants 4 Participants 1-Hour 3 Participants 4 Participants Six 1-Hour Sessions 3 Participants 4 Participants Twelve 1-Hour Sessions 3 Participants 4 Participants

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Premier

Basic

Non-Member

$55 $297 $580

$65 $350 $683

$98 $400 $733

$41 each $221 each $433 each

$49 each $260 each $510 each

$74 each $310 each $560 each

$18 each $14 each

$22 each $17 each

$33 each $26 each

$97 each $76 each

$115 each $90 each

$165 each $135 each

$190 each $148 each

$224 each $175 each

$274 each $225 each

$35 each $25 each

$42 each $30 each

$63 each $45 each

$189 each $135 each

$223 each $159 each

$273 each $209 each

$370 each $264 each

$436 each $311 each

$486 each $361 each

SPORTS Members Only

Adult Badminton Field House Court 1

Enjoy playing table tennis with your fellow members. Register once and you will be eligible for free play during designated times as long as your membership remains active.

Day Date Time Tu,Th,Sa 9/1-12/29 varies* *Tu,Th: 7 to 9P and Sa: 8 to 10:30A **No Class 9/15, 11/22 & 12/25.

Age 18 & up

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Free

Activity 722201-09

Members Only

Seasonal Adult Table Tennis Field House Court 3

Enjoy playing table tennis with your fellow members. Register once and you will be eligible for free play during designated times as long as your membership remains active.

Day Su

Date 9/2-10/28

PRE: Premier pass holder

Time 2:00-5:00P

Age 18 & up

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Free

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

Activity 722203-04

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

ADULT Members Only

Adult Basketball Gymnasium A

Come in to play basketball with our members during these designated drop-in basketball times. A Mason Community Center sta member will be present on the courts to verify that all participants are registered and following the posted rules.

Day Date Time M,W,Sa 9/1-12/29 varies* *M,W: 5 to 7P and Sa: 10A to 12P **No Class 9/3, 9/15, 10/31, 12/24.

Age 18 & up

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Free

Activity 722200-09

Adult Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate Tennis

Adult Beginner Tennis Heritage Oak Park

Heritage Oak Park

Want to learn how to play tennis? This class focuses on basic stroke work, rallying skills, and learning how to play sets.

Improve your tennis skills and challenge yourself with this class focusing on doubles skills and strategies.

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

In case of inclement weather, lessons will be held in the Field House at Mason Community Center.

Day Tu

Date Time 8/28-9/25 8:00-9:00P

To register, see page 6.

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 16 & up 8/21 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 342207-09

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

Day Th

Date Time 8/30-9/27 8:00-9:00P

Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity 16 & up 8/23 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 342208-06

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MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

SENIOR ENRICHMENT

Senior Self Defense Class

New!

Senior Center Library

Enjoy a variety of books by your favorite authors. You can read while you’re in the Senior Lounge or take it home with you— please return it when you’re finished.

Meeting Rooms

This class provides information on home, vehicle, and personal safety taught by City of Mason Police Officers. Learn hands-on techniques to defend yourself in a dangerous situation covering low level selfdefense moves. The course will also cover scams and frauds targeted at seniors.

Day Th

Date 11/8

Time 1:15-2:15P

Age All

Deadline Fee 11/1 Free

Computer Classes

Activity 441613-01

Learn computer basics, how to navigate browsers and utilize search engines, as well as tips to avoid pop-ups and viruses with computer classes at Mason Community Center. Call 513.229.8555 today to learn more!

New!

Trivia

Senior Center Gather your friends or come and meet new friends for Trivia! We will provide donuts, coffee, and tea while you answer fun trivia questions.

Teams will be formed and winners will be decided by the number of correct answers. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

Day W

Date 11/14

Time Age Deadline Fee 9:00-11:00A 55 & up 10/31 Free

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Digital Photography

Learn about your camera features and how to adjust your photos through a digital image process.

OCTOBER 5TH 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM LOCATED AT MASON COMMUNITY CENTER

To schedule a mammogram, call 513.569.6565 or go to www.community.trihealth.timetrade.com.

*Please note that insurance will be charged for your mammogram (co-pay will apply.)

54 CenterPoint Fall 2018

PRE: Premier pass holder

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

NR: Nonresident

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

SENIOR Picasso Painters

FITNESS & WELLNESS

Activity Room A

Parkinson’s Support Group

Try your hand at painting. No experience is required—people with various levels of skill will learn from each other. Bring your own supplies.

This free class is limited to 15 people and is on a first come, first servd basis.

Day Tu

Date 9/11-11/26

Senior Center

Time 10:00A-12:30P

Age 55 & up

55+ Members Meet and Greet Are you a thinking of joining or a current member at Mason Community Center and don’t know where to begin? You will learn about group exercise classes, swim classes, sports and activities all geared for those in the 55+ age group. Light refreshments and treats will be served.

Date 9/26

Day Th *No Class 11/22

Time 5:00-6:00P

Age 18 & up

Fee (Member/Non-member) $0/ $1

Members Only

Senior Lounge

Day W

Mason’s Parkinson’s Support Group offers you education, exercise therapy, and support that have proven beneficial in helping cope with this disease. On the third Thursday of each month, there is a pot luck dinner at 6 p.m. followed by a speaker at 6:30 p.m.

Time Age Deadline Fee 9:30-10:30A 55 & up 9/19 Free

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Tai Chi

The style of Tai Chi Chuan emphasizes soft and slow movements which enhances lower body strength and improves circulation, balance, and stability. Beginners will meet in the Meeting Room and Activity Room A. Advanced participants will meet in Studio A Day Th Meeting Rooms Th Studio A *No Class 11/22

Time 12:00-1:00P

Age 18 & up

Fee Free

1:00-3:00P

18 & up

Free

Thursday, November 1 Senior Lounge

1:15 - 2:15 pm

Ages 55+

PRESENTATION BY DAVID FORNSHELL, Warren County Prosecutor

ERS M E M BN LY O 0+ AGES 5

ALL SKILLS LEVEL

WEDNESDAY 12:30-2:30 PM B E G I N N E R / I N T E R M E D I AT E

MONDAY & FRIDAY 12:30-2:30 PM A DVA N C E D L E V E L

Personal Safety

Identity Theft

Working with Contractors

Current Scams

And Much More

Registration Required.

To register, see page 6.

www.imaginemason.org

513.229.8555

TUESDAY & THURSDAY 12:30-2:30 PM

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER Fall 2018

CenterPoint 55

MASON COMMUNITY CENTER ACTIVITIES

SENIOR Senior Fitness Assessments

Safari Lunch and Dinners

Meeting Rooms

A team of certified personal trainers will use age-specific assessment tests that monitor the functional fitness performance of older adults.

By taking the Senior Fitness Assessment, you will find out how you compare to others of the same age and gender. You will receive personalized feedback to help relate results of your assessment to the types of daily tasks and activities you want to continue to do or want to do better.

Free to Senior Premier and Silver Sneaker members.

Day Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu

Date 10/9 10/9 10/9 10/9 10/9 10/9 10/9 10/9

Time 10:00-10:30A 10:15-10:45A 10:30-11:00A 10:45-11:15A 11:00-11:30A 11:15-11:45A 11:30A-12:00P 11:45A-12:15P

Age 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up 60 & up

Deadline 10/2 10/2 10/2 10/2 10/2 10/2 10/2 10/2

Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15 $0 /$10 /$13 /$15

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Senior Fitness Training Fitness Center

Stay strong with a senior workout program that is perfect for all fitness levels. Join us in a circuit program designed and run each week by a certified personal trainer and utilizes TRX straps, BOSU, stability balls, dumbbells, medicine balls, and more. Circuit training is a great way to get maximum results in minimal time and provides full body fitness, toning, and strength.

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee (PRE/BAS/MR/NR) Activity Tu,Th 9/4-9/27 8:45-9:30A Tu,Th 10/2-10/25 8:45-9:30A Tu,Th 11/6-11/29 8:45-9:30A *No Class 11/22

55 & up 55 & up 55 & up

8/28 9/25 10/30

$55 /$65 /$82 /$98 $55 /$65 /$82 /$98 $48 /$57 /$72 /$86

Barrington of West Chester Celebrate Thanksgiving with your Community Center friends. Join us at Barrington of West Chester, located at 7222 Heritage Spring Drive, in lieu of the Pot Luck Luncheon. Barrington of West Chester will provide the main dish and we ask you to provide a side dish to share. Please bring a side dish that will serve 6–8 people. Registration is required and will be on a first come, first served basis.

Time 12:00-1:00P

Age 55 & up

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Pot Luck Luncheon Senior Center

Join us this fall for our popular lunches. Main entrées are provided by our generous sponsors—Barrington of West Chester, Chesterwood, Mason Christian Village, Cedar Village, The Lodge, Mason Health Care, and other visiting organizations. Each individual attending must bring a side dish to serve 8–10 people. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Mason Community Center’s Senior Center at 513.229.8555.

Day Date Th 9/6-11/29* *No lunch on 11/15 & 11/22.

Time 12:00-1:00P

Age 55 & up

Fee $1

Cards, Games & More!

Do you enjoy playing cards and getting together with friends? Come join one of the Senior Center’s many card and game groups including Hand & Foot Canasta, Pinochle, Euchre, Party Bridge, Mah Jongg, and Dominoes. Duplicate Bridge requires a reservation. Call the Senior Center at 513.229.8555 for days and times or additional information.

Thanksgiving Feast

Date 11/15

Day Date Time Age Deadline Fee W 9/12 6:00-8:00P 55 & up 9/5 * Basils on Market, 5650 Tylersville Road, Mason, Ohio W 10/10 6:00-8:00P 55 & up 10/3 * Bonefish Grill, 7710 Voice of America, West Chester, Ohio W 11/14 1:00-3:00P 55 & up 11/7 * El Rancho Grande, 4920 Socialville Foster Road, Mason, Ohio *Participants purchase their own food and drinks.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Day Th

Let’s go on a SAFARI! One Wednesday a month, members of the Senior Center will meet at a local restaurant. Reservations are required. Call the Senior Center at 513.229.8555.

Deadline Fee 11/8 Free

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Casino Motorcoach Day Trip

Join us for a fun trip to the Belterra Park Racino located at River Downs Racetrack. Space is limited. Register online or by visiting or calling the Senior Center at 513.229.8555. Your bus ride, lunch buffet, and $10 slot play are included.

Day Date Time Tu 9/18 10:00A-4:00P

Movie Days

Age 55 & up

Deadline Fee (Member/Non-member) Activity 9/11 $23 /$26 449101-01

Senior Center

Come and enjoy a movie in the Senior Center on the third Friday of every month. Free popcorn and drinks are provided by Brookdale at Long Cove Pointe.

Movies are subject to change.

Day F F F

Date 9/21 10/19 11/16

56 CenterPoint Fall 2018

Time 2:00P 2:00P 2:00P

Age 55 & up 55 & up 55 & up

Breakfast Bingo Senior Center Movie A Fish Tale Benji Love & Honor

Join us for a morning of BINGO fun. Enjoy donuts, pastries, coffee, and yogurt parfaits while you play.

Day Date Time W 10/24 9:00-10:30A

PRE: Premier pass holder

Age 55 & up

Deadline Fee (Member/Non-member) Activity 10/17 $5 /$5 /$5 /$5 449101-01

BAS: Basic pass holder

MR: Mason resident

NR: Nonresident