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TRADITIONS Shows, Celebrations, Events and More to Make This a Holiday Season to Remember

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hile some people compla i n because they see the holiday season becoming longer each year, I find that it is always too short.

Just take a look at the 2016 Holiday Traditions calendar! How do you fit that many events into just two months?

We can’t make the months any longer, but we at Cincy can at least guide you as you select your holiday activities. We found as many events as we could and organized them by type to help you plan out your November and December. If you can’t go to them all, hopefully we can help you find the best.

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Plan ahead for your favorite holiday traditions (and discover some new ones) with our annual calendar of November and December events.

Happy Holidays!

BY CORINNE MINARD

for a Cause 28 Shopping Ten Thousand Villages sells

handcrafted, fair trade items with a story. BY BELINDA CAI

with a View 45 Change The Metropolitan Club in

Covington adapts to a new generation while keeping what matters. BY BELINDA CAI

46 Due to the construction at Union Improving Tradition

Terminal, the Cincinnati Museum Center’s holiday experience will face some challenges but maintain the same holiday cheer.

BY KARLY DWENGER

Christmas to All 61 Merry St. Vincent de Paul works to make sure poor families—particularly children—have a good holiday.

BY DEBORAH RUTLEDGE

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Challenge & Inspire 49 Teach, The Cincinnati Ballet Academy 72 Love Cincy allows students of all ages to learn from professionals and connect to the Cincinnati Ballet and its productions.

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to Charitable Giving 50 Guide Nonprofits are engaging millennials and students in philanthropy. BY MIKE BOYER

Charitable All-Stars 53 2016 Meet local people who have

gone above and beyond for their causes. BY THE EDITORS

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You don’t even need a calendar to know when you’ve entered the holiday season. As soon as Halloween ends the black and orange decorations you see everywhere are switched out for red and green. Every radio channel seems to be playing “Let it Snow.” And slipped in between your junk mail and bills are cards bearing season’s greetings. It’s the holiday season yet again.

But there is no reason to say “Bah humbug” if you live in the Tristate.

The months of November and December are packed full of holiday events for everyone’s taste. Thanks to our annual Holiday Traditions feature, traditional and non-traditional fans alike can find the joyful events that will make this season special. Read on to find out the dates of your family traditions, and maybe find a couple new ones.

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7 Theater 12 A Vintage Affair 12 Shopping 12 Charitable Events 14 Community Celebrations 16 Lights 20 Music 24 Santa 24 Trains 25 Family Bonding 26 New Year’s Parties

THEATER A Christmas Carol

Nov. 2-Dec. 31 La Comedia pairs dinner with a show for its version of A Christmas Carol. Classic carols are incorporated into the story where Ebenezer Scrooge learns about forgiveness and redemption. $35-$54. La Comedia Dinner Theatre, 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro. 800677-9505, lacomedia.com.

The Second City’s Holidazed and Confused Revue

Nov. 5-Dec. 31 Need a break from the holiday blues? This show is packed with sketches that mock our many seasonal traditions, from children crying on Santa’s laps to accidentally lighting the tree on fire. Times vary. $30-$68. Playhouse

in the Park, 962 Mount Adams Circle, Eden Park.

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A Christmas Carol

Nov. 23- Dec. 31 The classic story returns to the Playhouse. A Christmas Carol follows Ebenezer Scrooge as several ghosts attempt to teach him a lesson about life and Christmas. Times vary. $30-$85.

Playhouse in the Park, 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Eden Park. 513-421-3888, cincyplay.com.

Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus

Dec. 1-4 Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus, inspired by the 1897 editorial, follows Virginia and a newspaper editor as they look for answers to their questions on Christmas Eve. Times vary. $10. North College Hill City Center, 1500 W. Galbraith Road, North College Hill. 513-5884910, centerstageplayersinc.com.

The Nights Before Christmas

Dec. 1-23 This new musical looks at the life of Clement C. Moore, the author of the poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” aka “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Did he really write the poem? If he didn’t, who did?

Times vary. $27, $24 for students and seniors.

Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Ave., Westwood. 513-241-6550, cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer – the Musical

Dec. 2 The animated family favorite comes to life in this stage production. Follow along with Rudolph as he looks for a place he belongs. 7 p.m. $32-$62. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Downtown. 513-621-2787, cincinnatiarts.org. w w w.

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13 14 [11/12-1/15] More than 250 feet of model trains will be featured at the BehringerCrawford Museum for Holiday Toy Trains.

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17 [11/12-1/1] The Krohn Conservatory brings a twist to its annual holiday floral show with A Whoville Holiday.

18 [11/18-19] Violinist Jennifer Koh and the CSO evoke the splendor of northern regions in Northern Lights.

19 [11/19] Pick out oneof-a-kind and handmade gifts at the Crafty Supermarket Holiday Show.

20 [11/20-12/30] The Hillforest Victorian House Museum goes back in time to holidays past during Victorian Christmas.

21 [11/21] Gospel group The Hoppers puts on an inspirational Christmas show at La Comedia Dinner Theatre.

22 23 [11/22] Get ready to play this unusual bowling game for a good cause during the Turkey Bowl at Fountain Square.

24 [11/24] Happy Thanksgiving!

25 [11/25] Celebrate the end of Black Friday at the annual Macy’s Light Up the Square.

26 [11/25-27] Winterfair hosts booths showcasing art, from ceramics to jewelry, at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center.

27 [11/27] Kenny Rogers plays both his hits and Christmas classics at the Taft.

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7 [11/5-12/31] Playhouse in the Park brings some levity with The Second City’s Holidazed and Confused Revue.

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30 [11/25-1/2] Light Up the Levee features more than one million dancing LED lights at Newport on the Levee.

5 [11/5] Support the poorest of the poor at the 11th annual Hunger 5K for Matthew 25: Ministries.

12 [11/11-1/1] [11/11-13] Get ahead on your Christmas Nights of Lights holiday shopping is a two-mile with the massive three-day Greater car ride through holiday displays at Cincinnati Holiday Market. Coney Island.

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Dan Goggin’s Nuncrackers

Dec. 2-18 The Drama Workshop combines comedy and the holidays with Dan Goggin’s Nuncrackers. The Little Sisters of Hoboken are putting on live broadcast of their Christmas musical and you’re invited to the taping in this play. F-Sa 8 p.m. Su 2 p.m.

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$16. Glenmore Playhouse, 3716 Glenmore Ave., Cheviot. 513-598-8309, thedramaworkshop.org.

Frisch’s presents The Nutcracker

Dec. 9-18 The classic ballet returns for another year.

Even those who have taken the journey before will enjoy traveling with Clara and her

Nutcracker prince to the Land of Sweets.

Times vary. $32-$90. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Downtown. 513-621-5282, cballet.org.

Elf the Musical JR

Dec. 10-18 Based on the 2003 Will Ferrell comedy, Elf follows Buddy the Elf as he journeys to New York City to find his birth father.

This kid-friendly production is 60 to 70 minutes long and ideal for children 4 and older. Times vary. $10-$30. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513-569-8080 x10, thechildrenstheatre.com.

Second Sunday Family Showtime: A Christmas Carol

Dec. 11 ArtReach, a division of the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati, brings its touring production of A Christmas Carol to the Clifton Cultural Arts Center. This production is specially designed for kids in grades K-8. 2 p.m. Adults $5, kids free. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 3711 Clifton Ave., Clifton.

513-497-2860, cliftonculturalarts.org.

Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!)

Dec. 14-31 What happens when you mix all of your favorite holiday classics, from A Christmas Carol to Charlie Brown, together into one play? Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) does just that and takes its audience on a zany ride. Times vary. $32. Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 719 Race St., Downtown.

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A VINTAGE AFFAIR Victorian Christmas

Nov. 20-Dec. 30 The Hillforest goes back in time to holidays past this November and December. The house will be decorated as it would have been in the mid-1800s. Tu-Su 1-5 p.m. Adults 14 and up $7.50, children ages 7-13 $3.50, and 6 and under free. Hillforest Victorian House Museum, 213 Fifth St., Aurora, Ind. 812-9260087, hillforest.org.

Christmas at Glendower

Dec. 2-31 The Glendower Historic Mansion, a Greek-Revival mansion in Lebanon, will be decorated for the holidays and open for tours. 1-5 p.m. Adults $8, seniors 65+ $7, children 5-18 $5, children under 5 free. Glendower Historic Mansion, 105 Cincinnati Ave., Lebanon. 513-9321817, wchsmuseum.org.

Christmas Tour of Homes

Dec. 3 Waynesville’s annual holiday home tour takes visitors through historic homes and buildings—decorated by their owners—as well as the Museum at the Friends Home. 12-5 p.m. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Museum at the Friends Home, 115 S. Fourth St., Waynesville.

513-897-1607, friendshomemuseum.org.

Victorian Christmas Tea Time

Dec. 3, 6 & 8 Guests will be able to enjoy a tour of the decorated Hillforest house and then partake in a three-course tea in the house’s parlors.

1 p.m. Members $28, non-members $30. Hillforest Victorian House Museum, 213 Fifth St., Aurora, Ind. 812-926-0087, hillforest.org.

German Village Christmas Walk

Dec. 4 Celebrating its 25th year, the German Village Christmas Walk promises to be an event for the whole family. The Victorian-themed night includes horse-drawn carriages, musicians and tours of decorated private residences. More information to come. Hamilton. facebook.com/GermanVillageChristmasWalk.

SHOPPING Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market

Nov. 11-13 Get ahead on your holiday shopping with this massive three-day market. Visitors can peruse through boutiques and specialty stores for unique gifts. The event also includes the Cincy Specialty Food & Treats Show. F 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sa 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Su 10 a.m.-5 p.m. General $9, early entry Saturday $15, VIP Shoppers pass $20. Discounts available online and at local Kroger stores. Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Downtown. 513797-7900, cincinnatiholidaymarket.com.

Crafty Supermarket Holiday Show

Nov. 19 Pick out one-of-a-kind and handmade gifts at the Crafty Supermarket Holiday Show.

More than 100 makers from all over the country will be there. The day also includes a DJ, swag bags and crafting activities.

11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. University of Cincinnati Recreation Center, 2820 Bearcat Way, Corryville. craftysupermarket.com.

Winterfair

Nov. 25-27 The “artists’ market” returns for another year.

Winterfair hosts booths showcasing work of

varied artists, from ceramics to jewelry. There will also be a section dedicated to artists from Northern Kentucky. F 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Su 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $7, children 12 and under free. Northern Kentucky Convention Center, 1 W. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Ky. ohiocraft.org/ craft-fairs.

CHARITABLE EVENTS Hunger 5K

Nov. 5 Support the poorest of the poor at this 11th annual 5K for Matthew 25: Ministries. Stay after the race for the after party, which includes a chocolate fountain. 8:30 a.m.

Pre-register: Adults $25, students $20. Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati. m25m.org.

Kindervelt’s North Pole Express

Nov. 19 Kindervelt’s North Pole Express is a 45-minute vintage train ride and one-day charity event. Riders will enjoy a narration of the story The Polar Express that includes elves, Santa and more. Kindervelt supports the Cincinnati’s Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Trains depart at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 3 p.m., 4:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. $18 per person, infants free. LM&M Station, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon. 513-588-0074, kindervelt.org.

Holiday in Lights 5K

Nov. 19 Run or walk a 5K loop through Sharon Woods. The final mile goes through the Holiday in Lights and should happen right around dusk. 5 p.m. Pre-register $27, $22 for kids 12 and under. After Nov. 16, adults $32, $27 for children 12 and under. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, route 42, Sharonville. 513-7690393, holidayinlights.com.

Turkey Bowl

Nov. 22 Get ready to play this unusual bowling game for a good cause. Participants get three chances to roll a frozen turkey on the U.S. Bank Ice Arena at Fountain Square in an attempt to knock down the most pins. The winner receives $50 in cash and a commemorative trophy, and the donations go toward the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

12-1 p.m. $5 or two non-perishable food items to play, free to watch. Fountain Square, Vine and Fifth streets, Downtown. 513-621-4400, myfountainsquare.com.

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COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS Light Up Goshen

Nov. 19 Goshen celebrates the holidays with a parade that starts at Spaulding Elementary School and ends at the Cook Log Cabin.

Visitors can visit Santa, eat food, ride rides and play games after the parade. 4:306:30 p.m. Free. Spaulding Elementary School, 6755 Linton Road, Goshen. 513-722-2752, goshenchamberofcommerce.com.

Light Up the Levee Illumination Party

Nov. 22 Newport on the Levee kicks off its holiday light spectacular, Light Up the Levee, with this holiday event. The Illumination Party includes holiday music, tenant specials and more before the holiday lights display is turned on. 7-9 p.m. Free. Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport, Ky. 859-291-0550, newportonthelevee.com.

Macy’s Light Up the Square

Nov. 25 Celebrate the end of Black Friday at the annual Macy’s Light Up the Square.

Festivities will begin at 6 p.m. with live music from Second Wind and a special appearance

by Santa Claus. The event also will have food, music, ice skating and a fireworks show. 5-11 p.m. Free. Fountain Square, Fifth and Vine streets, Downtown. 513-621-4400, myfountainsquare.com.

Christmas in the Village of Waynesville

Dec. 2-4 Waynesville starts the month of December with this holiday celebration. Friday starts with a tree lighting ceremony, but there will be plenty to do all weekend. Guests can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, discover holiday entertainment in the heated main tent, find costumed characters, take a carriage ride and more. In addition, the shops and restaurants of Waynesville will be open and ready to be explored. F 6-9 p.m., Sa 1-9 p.m., Su 1-4 p.m. Free. Downtown Waynesville,

10 B N. Main St., Waynesville. 513-897-8855, waynesvilleohio.com.

Winterfest

Dec. 3 This family-friendly event will keep the kids active while celebrating the holidays. It starts with a performance by the Madcap Puppets at 1 p.m. Afterward, guests will be able to meet Santa, play games, have their face painted and more. 1-4 p.m. Free for adults, $2 per child over the age of 1. The Grove Banquet & Event Center, 9150 Winton Road, Springfield Township. 513-522-1410, theartsconnect.us.

Lebanon Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival

Dec. 3 The Lebanon Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade & Christmas Festival is a traditional favorite that combines horse-drawn carriages with the charm of Lebanon. There will be two parades—a daylight one and one at night by candlelight—gift and food vendors, Santa,

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Deerfield Township Tree Lighting Dec. 3 Deerfield Township lights the tree at

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Free. Deerfield Towne Center, 5085 Deerfield Blvd., Deerfield Township. deerfieldrec.com.

Luminaria

Dec. 10 The Village of Mariemont will be lit by luminaria lanterns for the night. In addition to the lit walkways, the event will feature the village’s tree lighting, horse-drawn carriage rides and music. 5:30-8 p.m. Free. Old Town Center, Mariemont. mariemontppg.com.

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Nov. 11-Jan. 1 Christmas Nights of Lights is a two-mile car ride through Christmas displays and light shows that is perfect for the entire family.

There will be glowing snowflakes, dancing candy canes and amazing tunnels filled with bright Christmas lights. You can even sing along while riding in your warm car. Dusk-10 p.m. $6, free for children 3 and under. Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati. 513-2328230, coneyislandpark.com.

Holiday in Lights

Nov. 18-Dec. 31 This event, built over a mile of wooded roadway, features holiday-themed displays of color, depicting everything from Santa Claus and his elves to every animal on the ark. Su-Th 6-9 p.m. F-Sa 5:30-10 p.m. $13 per vehicle, $45 for buses and passenger vans. Sharon Woods Park, 11450 Lebanon Road, route 42, Sharonville. 513-769-0393, holidayinlights.com.

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Holiday Lights on the Hill

Light Up the Levee

Nov. 25-Jan. 2 Light Up the Levee features more than one million LED lights that will be dancing in synchronization to all different sorts of holiday music. This magical light how will happen every 20 minutes. Free. Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport, Ky. 859-291-0550, newportonthelevee.com.

Nov. 18-Jan. 1 See Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park in a new way with this drive-thru tour. The park will be decorated with more than a million lights and laser light displays.

M-Th 6-9 p.m., F-Su 6-10 p.m.

M-Th $20 per car, F-Su $25 per car. Members always $15.

Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum, 1763 HamiltonCleves Road, State route 128, Hamilton. 513-868-8336, pyramidhill.org.

PNC Festival of Lights

Nov. 19- Jan. 1 PNC Festival of Lights is the ideal time to come to the zoo. There will be lights throughout the zoo, Madcap Puppets in a black-light show, a new wild lights show on

Light Up Middletown

Nov. 25-Dec. 31 This drive-thru light show covers a 100-acre park in the heart of Middletown.

Featured displays include a floating serpent, Santa’s workshop and an American flag.

6-10 p.m. Cash donation requested. Smith Park, 500 Tytus Ave., Middletown. 513-649-4506, lightupmiddletown.org.

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1 [12/1-4] The Center Stage Players perform Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus, which is inspired by the 1897 editorial.

2 [12/2] Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer – the Musical comes to life at the Aronoff.

3 [12/3] Waynesville’s Christmas Tour of Homes takes visitors through historic homes and buildings.

4 [12/4] Celebrating its 25th year, the German Village Christmas Walk promises to be an event for the whole family.

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8 [12/2-18] The Drama Workshop combines comedy and the holidays with Dan Goggin’s Nuncrackers.

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11 [12/9-11] The Vocal Arts Ensemble travels to three local churches for A Candlelit Christmas.

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6 [12/3, 6 & 8] Guests can take a tour of the decorated Hillforest house and enjoy tea tea during Victorian Christmas Tea Time.

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17 [11/26-12/24] Santa will be joining families on Fountain Square’s ice rink on weekends for Santa Skates.

19 [12/2-31] The Glendower Historic Mansion will be decorated for the holidays and open for tours during Christmas at Glendower.

20 [12/20] Over the Rhine and the Pops perform folk, Americana and holiday songs at this intimate concert.

15 [12/14-31] The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company takes its audience on a zany ride with Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!).

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16 [12/16-30] The Creation Museum’s Christmas Town features a live nativity, a garden lit with thousands of lights and more.

18 [12/18] St. John’s United Church of Christ’s Chancel Choir will perform Handel’s Messiah.

14 [12/14] The all-girls high school brings together five of its musical groups for the Ursuline Academy Christmas Concert.

21 [12/21] The TransSiberian Orchestra brings its progressiverock, audio-visual holiday spectacular to U.S. Bank Arena.

23 [12/23] The Pops will perform the score to the holiday film The Snowman while the movie plays live over the stage

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25 [12/25] Merry Christmas!

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27 [12/27] Deerfield Township will light its own menorah in honor of Chanukah during the Festival of Lights Menorah Lighting.

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31 [12/31] Downtown Cincinnati celebrates the New Year with its annual New Year’s Eve Blast.

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Northern Lights

Nov. 18-19 Violinist Jennifer Koh and the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra evoke the splendor of northern regions in this show that weaves together musical influences from Bach to rock ‘n’ roll. 8 p.m. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513-621-2787, cincinnatisymphony.org.

Christmas with the Hoppers

Nov. 21 Gospel group The Hoppers puts on an inspirational Christmas show at La Comedia Dinner Theatre. Dinner is included. $40-42.

La Comedia Dinner Theatre, 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro. 800-677-9505, lacomedia.com.

A Rockin’ Blue Christmas with Mike Albert as Elvis

Nov. 22 Mike Albert brings his Elvis impersonation to La Comedia Dinner Theatre. Guests can enjoy dinner while taking in his take on Elvis’ holiday and gospel songs. $55-$57. La

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Kenny Rogers: Christmas and Hits Tour

Nov. 27 Kenny Rogers, who has been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and is known for his hits like “The Gambler,” makes a stop in Cincy for the holidays.

He’ll play both his hits and Christmas classics for the occasion. 7 p.m. $46.50$75.50. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St, Downtown. 513-232-6220, tafttheatre.org.

Christmas Saengerfest

Dec. 2-3 Fourteen local choirs will be performing throughout Over-the-Rhine. Guests can take in sacred, historic spaces while hearing choral classic performed by many of the best groups in the region.

5-11 p.m. $30 per day, $60 for both nights.

14 performances will be held in four venues: Christian Moerlein Brewery, 1621 Moore St., Over-the-Rhine; St. Francis Seraph, 14 E. Liberty

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Holiday Pops

Dec. 2-4 Melinda Doolittle, known for her showshopping turn on American Idol, joins the Pops for its annual holiday concert. Together, they’ll mix soul and seasonal classics for a one-of-a-kind show. Times vary. $25-$115. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513-381-3300, cincinnatisymphony.org.

Kindel Memorial Holiday Concert

Dec. 4 The Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra presents this holiday concert each year.

The 2016 theme is “A Gold Record Christmas.” 7 p.m. Free.

Montgomery Assembly of God, 7950 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery.

513-549-2197, bamso.org.

A Candlelit Christmas

Dec. 9-11 The Vocal Arts Ensemble travels to three local churches for candlelit performances of new and old Christmas songs. F-Sa 8 p.m., Su 5 p.m. $30. F: St. Francis de Sales Church, 1600 Madison Road, Walnut Hills. Sa: St. Boniface Church, 1750 Chase Ave., Northside. Su: Lakeside

Presbyterian Church, 2690 Dixie Highway, Lakeside Park, Ky. 513-381-3300, vaecinci.org.

Happy Holidays with the Kentucky Choirs

Dec. 10 Choirs from all over Northern Kentucky will join together for two holiday performances at The Carnegie. In addition, there will be a holiday craft market and hot cocoa before and after the concerts. 3 & 7:30 p.m. $21. The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, Ky. 859-954-1940, thecarnegie. com.

Ursuline Academy Christmas Concert

Dec. 14 The all-girls high school brings together five of its musical groups—the Women’s Choir, Show Choir, A’ Cappella Choir, Instrumental Music Groups and Sinfonia—for a holiday concert. 7-9 p.m.

Free. Ursuline Academy, 5535 Pfeiffer Road, Blue Ash. 513-791-5791, ursulineacademy.org.

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Dec. 18 St. John’s United Church of Christ’s Chancel Choir will perform Handel’s Messiah. 7-9 p.m. Free. St. John’s United Church of Christ, 415 Park Ave., Newport, Ky. 859-431-1818, stjohnsuccnewport.org.

Dec. 20 Over the Rhine and the Pops perform folk, Americana and holiday songs at this intimate concert. 7:30 p.m. $25-$99. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513-381-3300, cincinnatisymphony.org.

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Dec. 21 The Trans-Siberian brings its progressiverock, audio-visual holiday spectacular to U.S. Bank Arena. 4 & 8 p.m. $39.50-$75. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Downtown. 513-421-4111, usbankarena.com.

Dec. 23 The Pops will perform the score to the holiday film The Snowman while the movie plays live over the stage. 7:30 p.m. $15-$20.

Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513381-3300, cincinnatisymphony.org.

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Nov. 26-Dec. 24 Santa will be joining families on Fountain Square’s ice rink on weekends during December. 12-1 p.m. Rink admission $6, skate rental $4. Fountain Square, Vine and Fifth streets, Downtown. myfountainsquare.com.

Santa’s Workshop

Dec. 3 Children ages 3-8 and their parents can partake in this family-friendly event. Families will be able to work on two different crafts together and meet Santa. Registration limited to Deerfield Township residents.

10-11 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. Snyder House at Cottell Park, 5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Deerfield Township. deerfieldrec.com.

Santa’s Workshop

Dec. 10 Meet Santa and enjoy a day out in the park at this special meet and greet. Parents can select a time for their children to meet Santa and get their photo taken.

Afterward, there will be a craft activity and an outdoor ride in the park. 9-11:30 a.m. $10 per resident child, $12 per nonresident child. Beech Acres Park RecPlex, 6915 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Township. 513-3884513, andersonparks.com.

SantaCon

Dec. 10 Travel around Cincinnati spreading holiday cheer. Participants (who must be in Santa suits) hit bars, restaurants and other stops throughout the region in this bar crawl-inspired event. 12 p.m.-12 a.m. Free, but donations to The Cure Starts Now are appreciated. Throughout Cincinnati. cincinnatisantacon.com.

TRAINS North Pole Express

Nov. 26-Dec. 24 The LM&M Railroad makes meeting Santa an adventure. Riders board the North Pole Express in the decorated train station and then take an hour train ride through scenic

Warren County. While on the trip, Santa will stop and visit with each family on the train and share his cookies and hot cocoa.

Guests are invited to take pictures, and each child will receive a special gift. Times vary. First Class: Adults $32, seniors 62+ and children 2-16 $28, infants 1 and under free.

Coach: Adults $22, seniors 62+ and children 2-16 $18, infants 1 and under free. $2 added to prices Dec 3, 22, 23 and 24. LM&M Station, 127 S. Mechanic St., Lebanon. 513-933-8022 x101, lebanonrr.com.

Holiday Toy Trains

Nov. 12-Jan 15 More than 250 feet of model trains and 30 interactive displays will be featured at the Behringer-Crawford Museum for its Holiday Toy Trains exhibit. Visitors will be able to explore Christmas in Victorian England thanks to 56 miniature scenes as well as vintage toys and carved Santas. Tu-Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Su 1-5 p.m. Adults $9, seniors 60+ $8, children $5. Free for members. BehringerCrawford Museum, 1600 Montague Road, Devou Park, Covington, Ky. 859-491-4003, bcmuseum.org.

Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the last 50 years of African-American history, from the victories of the Civil Rights Movement to the first black president.

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FAMILY BONDING A Whoville Holiday at Krohn Conservatory

Nov. 12-Jan. 1 The Krohn Conservatory brings a twist to its annual holiday floral show by drawing inspiration from Dr. Seuss’ Whoville. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $7, children 4 and under $4. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Eden Park. 513-4214086, cincinnatiparks.com/krohnconservatory.

Big Tree Plantation

Nov. 30-Dec. 23 Everyone can find their ideal live tree at the Big Tree Plantation. It carries a wide variety of trees, from Canaan fir and Colorado blue spruce to Scotch and Whites pines. M-Sa 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Su 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec 21-23 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free to enter.

Big Tree Plantation, 2544 S. Waynesville Road, Morrow. 513-836-0975, bigtreeplantation.com.

Christmas Town

Dec. 16-30 The Creation Museum’s religious celebration features a live nativity, a garden lit with thousands of lights and a planetarium show on the Christmas Star. 5 p.m. Nativity and gardens free, planetarium $7.95. Creation Museum, 2800 Bullittsburg Church Road, Petersburg, Ky. 800-721-2298, creationmuseum.org.

Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens

Jan. 1 What better thing is there to do on New Year’s Day than to attend the first Bengals game of 2017? They’ll be playing the Baltimore Ravens at Paul Brown Stadium.

1 p.m. $52-$308. Paul Brown Stadium, 1 Paul Brown Stadium, Downtown. bengals.com.

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pieces. 8 p.m. $25-$99. Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Downtown. 513-381-3300, cincinnatisymphony.org.

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NEW YEAR’S PARTIES New Year’s Eve Cruise

Newport Landing, 101 Riverboat Row, Newport, Ky. 859-261-8500, bbriverboats.com.

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Dec. 31 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a cruise.

Guests are invited to partake in a threeentrée buffet, champagne, party favors and more while aboard a riverboat. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Adults $105, children $65. BB Riverboats at

Dec. 31 Ring in the New Year in style with the Cincinnati Pops. They’ll perform hits from the ‘20s and ‘30s to honor the Taft Theatre.

Guests are encouraged to dress the theme with beads, boas and other ‘20s-inspired

Dec. 31 Watch the Cyclones play the Indianapolis Fuel on New Year’s Eve at this special early start game. The game is immediately followed by an indoor fireworks show.

Doors open at 5:05 p.m. Preferred $15 in advance, $17 day of. Front Row $27.50 in advance, $29.50 day of. Special four pack tickets that include four light-up toys for $76.

U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Downtown. cycloneshockey.com.

New Year’s Eve Bash

Dec. 31 Guests are invited to enjoy a final performance of A Christmas Carol, a champagne toast, dinner and more at this New Year’s event. $95. La Comedia Dinner Theatre, 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro. 800677-9505, lacomedia.com.

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New Year’s Eve Blast

Dec. 31 Downtown Cincinnati celebrates the New Year with this annual party. Attendees can dine from the many food trucks, participate in special games and listen to music while waiting for the countdown. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Free, skating fees still apply. Fountain Square, Vine and Fifth streets, Downtown. myfountainsquare.com.

Happy Zoo Year

Dec. 31 This kid-friendly event is a wild way to end the year. The zoo will be hosting a performance by the Madcap Puppets, a visit from Father Time and Baby Zoo Year, and a special Rozzi’s Fireworks show. 5-9 p.m. $18, $13 for children and seniors. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine St., Avondale.

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Shopping for a Cause

TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES SELL HANDCRAFTED, FAIR TRADE ITEMS WITH A STORY

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hen you shop at Ten Thousand Villages, a nonprofit fair trade shop, you are part of a larger story.

“Everything in the store is handcrafted by artisans from third world, developing countries,” says the executive director of Ten Thousand Villages of Cincinnati, Darlene Rohrer-Meck. “We are working with the poorest of the poor who would have no other way of getting their product to market. It’s a place where you can shop and feel good, and know that you’re doing a lot of good for a lot of people.”

And there is no shortage of great products, from decorative to functional. There are accessories like purses, scarves and headbands; home décor pieces; and even some furniture pieces.

Shopping at Ten Thousand Villages is a way to support the artisans and give them an opportunity to earn a fair wage. It puts food on the table and provides stable housing. It also keeps women from trafficking themselves or their children. Many of the women can then also send their children to school when they previously couldn’t.

“We support artisans from over 30 different developing countries. Most are from Africa and Asia; many are from Bangladesh, Kenya, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, Peru…

Those are probably some of our largest volume that we do,” says Rohrer-Meck.

Ten Thousand Villages has buyers connect with the artisans in the different countries. They sit down, meet with them and discuss what would be a fair wage.

Seventy five to 85 percent of the time, the women come back with something way too low. Part of the process is trying to educate these women about what a fair price is and what they should expect to get paid for their work.

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ABOVE: Executive Director Darlene Rohrer-Meck LEFT: Ten Thousand Villages sells fair trade items, including home decor.

50 percent when the product is finished before it ever leaves their country. Every country you see [being represented], the artisan has already been paid in full,” says Rohrer-Meck. “There is no way they can afford to wait for their money. When I went to Peru a few years ago, we heard over and over that those advance payments are making a huge difference for them.”

Ten Thousand Villages works with the artisans long term. Rohrer-Meck says that some of the women’s children have actually been able to go to college because of

the income the family is now making, and they’ll report back to them about it. It has also helped in other areas long term like housing.

“Someone pointed out this is the kind of home we lived in before—it was missing a roof and had a dirt floor. Another home [they had after] they were working with Ten Thousand Villages had a concrete floor and a roof. Some of the improvements in housing is huge,” she says. “We’ve been able to stay connected to these families to see the difference it is making. We have had artisan groups that we’ve worked with for over 50 years.”

The store celebrated its 70th anniversary in October.

“We’re the oldest fair trade company here,” Rohrer-Meck says.

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Change with a View THE METROPOLITAN CLUB IN COVINGTON ADAPTS TO A NEW GENERATION WHILE KEEPING WHAT MATTERS

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hen the Metropolitan Club was founded back in 1991, it had the best view in the entire city. Not much has changed in that regard 25 years later.

“Imagine a picture postcard view of the panorama that is the city skyline with the Roebling Bridge in the forefront,” says Daniel Bockrath, president of the Metropolitan Club. “It’s literally breathtaking.

I make a point once a day to come down and soak it in because it never gets old. It has the most unique view of the city, the river, the bridges… In any room you go, the view is breathtaking.”

W hile the great view may not have changed much, the vision of the private business club has in the last few years—especially when Bockrath became president this summer. His goal is to appeal to the next generation of young business leaders, starting with something small and simple: relaxing the strict dress code. “[The club] had a dress code that didn’t allow denim. I looked at that and said we need to change with the times,” says Bockrath. “By relaxing the dress code, that makes the club more appealing to that demographic. We accept denim that’s accepted in the workplace.”

He also says that he is trying to evolve the club when it comes to technology. For example, the bandwidth has been expanded for members who want to use the club as an alternative workspace where they can do conferencing and business meetings.

Bockrath also wants the club to include people from all walks of life.

“The club has always been focused on community inclusion and diversity. I want to expand on that,” says Bockrath. “Right now, our membership is a little out of balance. I envision this next generation of membership coming from the LGBT

The Metropolitan Club, located at 50 E. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Ky., is known for its spectacular view. and multiethnic communities, merging women entrepreneurs and young millennials working downtown.”

He says his longer-term goal is to generate meaningful income for the two charities they serve: Be Concerned, one of the largest free food pantries in Northern Kentucky, and Life Learning Center, which serves to educate “at-risk” citizens.

“The annual proceeds from the memberships benefit those two organizations.

That’s really rare for the kind of club we are to have that close connection with local charities,” says Bockrath.

There is an annual event at the club called the Metropolitan Awards, granted to local citizens who have gone above and beyond toward improving the lives of other local citizens.

“We acknowledge them with an annual dinner,” says Bockrath. “The club’s raised over a million dollars since the event started. The club is very tightly connected to philanthropy. When members are enjoying the club and using it to the full capacity, they’re impacting their community.”

Another important component of the club is the vision of founder Bill Butler:

“The club has always been focused on community inclusion and diversity. I want to expand on that.”

—Daniel Bockrath, president bridging the bridges and bringing business leaders from Ohio and Kentucky together.

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Union Terminal’s $212 million renovation includes cleaning the historic mosaics.

Improving Tradition

DUE TO THE CONSTRUCTION AT UNION TERMINAL, CINCINNATI’S FAVORITE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE WILL FACE SOME CHALLENGES THIS YEAR BUT MAINTAIN THE SAME HOLIDAY CHEER

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hether you’ve grown up in Cincinnati, or you just moved here not long ago, everyone knows that Cincinnati is a big fan of the

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holiday season. With events all over the area, holiday activities usually start in early November. The Cincinnati Museum Center is responsible for many of these special events.

However this year its holiday events are going to be a little different. The 83-yearold Union Terminal is under construction, which will change up the typical holiday experience. “With the restoration of Union Terminal necessitating some changes this year, we’ve taken steps to present a holiday experience that is still going to stand out in people’s memories,” says Cody Hefner, manager of media relations for the Cincinnati Museum Center.

Holidays at the museum have certainly grown over the years. The museum center hosts its own array of events known as Holiday Junction, featuring several train layouts, historic games and toys from museum’s collections. Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains combined two great Cincinnati traditions into one in 2011 and fans of one experience soon became fans of the other. In past years, the museum has seen families bring their out-of-town relatives to have the experience, too.

“That’s a big responsibility for us. We try every year to make sure there is something unique about the holiday experience, but also that we maintain the tradition that people have come to look forward to,” Hefner says.

However, with the construction this holiday season, the museum has no choice but to make some necessary changes to its traditions.

The restoration of Union Terminal was

The Cincinnati Museum Center’s Holiday Junction will feature Thomas the Tank Engine and a new space for meeting Santa. long overdue. Anything as old as this building will suffer the effects of aging.

“Those problems are only made worse by outdated construction techniques and materials that have resulted in significant water damage,” explains Hefner. “Having never undergone a full structural restoration, these issues started to put the building in real danger.”

After a vote Nov. 4, 2014, voters of Hamilton County passed a levy by 61.4 percent to raise their sales tax to help fund the restoration. The complete cost for the renovation is $212 million.

The restoration is fully structural, fixing a number of things. They are repairing and cleaning the exterior stone, brick, windows and the roof as well as replacing the outdated heating, cooling, and electrical and plumbing systems. The important historic spaces such as the Newsreel Theatre and the Losantiville Dining room will also be restored and preserved and the Rotunda and historic mosaics will be cleaned.

Water damage in the building has caused a significant amount of rust in the steel throughout the building, which will also be taken care of.

The main goal for the restoration is to preserve the building and maintain its structural integrity while increasing the operational efficiency and enhancing guest experiences. “All of this will, most importantly, secure the building for the

long-term future, and will also make the building more efficient to operate and prime unused space for future exhibit and guest experience activation,” says Hefner.

The restoration has necessitated the temporary closure of the Cincinnati History Museum, where Holiday Junction is typically hosted. For the first time in more than 70 years, the Duke Energy Holiday Trains will not be on display because that gallery is also closed off.

However, the holiday experience will not come up short this year. The museum will be adding train layouts to the Duke Energy Children’s Museum and Santa will have a new space for family photos.

“We’ll even be adding some holiday flavor to the temporary lobby in the Rotunda,” says Hefner. The trains in the Children’s Museum will include new layouts from the Garden Railway Club and a castlethemed layout that will feature Thomas the Tank Engine.

These layouts will also have more interactive features for the kids, allowing them to move the gates and flash the train lights.

Upstairs in the Rotunda, a pre-war Lionel O-gauge, a brand new train layout, will be on display. “This train has a more historic feel and is sure to be a hit with model train enthusiasts and kids alike,” Hefner says.

Although some events cater to different age groups, Holiday Junction is really a family opportunity. Regardless of age or

generation, everyone can find something to get excited about, especially Santa’s arrival. Some of the train layouts, like Thomas the Tank Engine, are catered to younger kids but the craftsmanship and visual appeal of the layouts really cater to all ages. “It becomes as much of an event for parents to share with their children as it is for the children themselves,” Hefner says. “The holidays are so fun because it’s like there’s no age limit on them. Parents and grandparents become kids again.”

The museum center tries to keep up the quality of Holiday Junction each year, but it also works to make every year better and incorporates more events to attract more of the community.

According to Hefner, the museum center does its best to include the community’s feedback into its holiday experience. “We evaluate and reflect on the experience every year so that we can find ways to streamline the bottlenecks, enhance crowd favorites and add complementary pieces that will elevate the entire experience,” Hefner says. n w w w.

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Teach, Challenge & Inspire

The Cincinnati Ballet Academy hosts two divisions: one for children 2-7 and another for kids and teens 8-18.

THE OTTO M. BUDIG ACADEMY ALLOWS STUDENTS OF ALL AGES TO LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS AND CONNECT TO THE CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY AND ITS PRODUCTIONS

By Karly Dwenger

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gem of Cincinnati for more than 50 years, the Cincinnati Ballet Company’s mission has always been to inspire hope and joy in the local community through the passion and beauty of ballet. The ballet has seen an exponential growth in recent donations as well as in attendance under the leadership of Victoria Morgan, who will be celebrating her 20th anniversary as artistic director this year.

One of the most powerful aspects of the company is its academy, which teaches children and young adults of all ages the impact of dance.

Founded in 1997, the goal of the Otto M. Budig Academy is not only to provide pre-professional dance training but also to provide an inspiration to dance in the first

place. The Academy goes by its guidelines to teach, challenge and inspire.

“The academy gives children a sense of discipline and respect. How they have to act in the dance studio is different than how they would act on a soccer field,” says Sarah Hairston, newly appointed director of the Academy. Hairston was a dancer for the ballet for around 15 years before she took her new position this past August.

“We hope it is a new era for the Academy,” she says.

It is broken up into two divisions for young dancers to accommodate curriculum for each age level and experience.

There is a separate division for young adults. “We have a really robust community outreach program,” says Mariclare Hulbert, director of marketing for the ballet.

The two young divisions include the children’s division for kids ages 2-7 and the main division that is broken up into seven levels, for kids ages 8-18. Classes in the children’s division mainly focus on movement and coordination, while classes in the main division cater to each level of difficulty and experience. This connection to the ballet company is an incredible opportunity for students to network in the

ballet community as well as get experience with professional performances. The Academy is the first place the ballet looks for the child roles in the ballet’s productions.

Auditions for Clara and her younger brothers in The Nutcracker are open to the community as well as the students.

The Academy has also put on its own production of The Nutcracker in the past, depending on how many students have received a role in the main production.

“Christmas becomes a crazy time around here,” says Hairston.

Another way the ballet gets kids and students involved is through its Ballet and (Root Beer) event, which is tailored to younger generations but is based off its other event, Ballet and Beer. The event will be held Dec. 1 and will give kids the chance to get a sneak peak of The Nutcracker while watching the rehearsals and mingling with the dancers.

The Academy’s main production is always in May at the end of the school year, giving the students the ability to showcase their abilities and what they learned. “Our goal is to train pro dancers,” says Hairston, “but we also realize the importance of what students learn here and how they take that to the next step in their life.” n w w w.

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GUIDE TO CHARITABLE GIVING

Students in Ronnie Chamberlain’s theater costume construction class at NKU created doll clothes and donated them (and dolls) to the Center for Children and Families and the Brighton Center.

Sowing the Seeds for GIVING NONPROFITS ENGAGE MILLENNIALS AND STUDENTS IN PHILANTHROPY

By Mike Boyer

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ewing doll clothes opened a world of philanthropy to students in Ronnie Chamberlain’s theater costume construction class at Northern Kentucky University.

Chamberlain has students sew doll costumes for the class because it is easier and requires less material. But last fall, she took the class to another level by participating in the Mayerson Student Philanthropy Project at NKU, which lets students make small grants to charitable causes they research and vote on as part of their academic course work.

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putting them in storage at the end of class, the class used a $1,200 donation from the Mayerson Project to buy 48 dolls and made clothes for them which were then donated to the DCCH Center for Children and Families in Fort Mitchell and the Brighton Center in Newport, says Mark Neikirk, executive director of the Scripps Howard Center for Civic Engagement, which manages the Mayerson program.

The class also collected or created $2,400 in additional gifts, which were donated to the nonprofits.

Now in its 17th year, the NKU program, started with a gift from the Cincinnatibased Manuel D. & Rhoda Mayerson Foundation, has exposed more than 3,600 NKU students from 41 different academic disciplines to philanthropy, providing $1.5 million in direct and indirect grants to more than 330 agencies.

“We’re tr ying to educate people in whatever discipline whether it be biology or math or political science,” says Neikirk, “but we’re also trying to prepare students to be engaged in the community and stewards of the community. So when they leave here, they’re not only very good at what they majored in and contribute to society in their professional life, but also have an understanding of what it means to be engaged in their community and contribute to their community.”

The Mayerson Project, which has also published a widely distributed handbook on how to incorporate philanthropy into academic courses, is just one example of how Tristate nonprofits are increasingly engaging millennials and students in charitable giving.

Demographics are a big reason why.

Millennials, those born between 1980 and

1999, are the largest living generation, totaling 80 million in the United States. They will make up 50 percent of the workforce by 2020 and are on the receiving end of a projected $30 trillion in wealth transfer from their parents and other generations.

According to the recent Millennial Impact Report, 75 percent of young people donated to causes last year and 63 percent said they gave their time to volunteer.

“We are seeing a trend from our nonmillennial donors trying to encourage and Creating and donating doll clothes is an axample of the way millenials engage their children who are millennials prefer to donate. They prefer experiences over dollar amounts. to be more philanthropic and engage our staff to create tools to get their whole fam- to them like math, reading and science wider view of giving. ily together to give,” says Phillip Lanham, so they have an understanding. It’s also a “Their community is the world because director of donor relations at the Greater self-confidence booster. They understand technology has broken down barriers and they can go and volunteer and be part of borders,” he says. “Nonprofits in this area Cincinnati Foundation.

“It varies family by family but we’re community and it’s valued. “ are competing with nonprofits across the definitely seeing mom and dad or grandSince starting in 2008 with eight schools oceans. They don’t necessarily think they parents wanting their millennial family and $8,000 in small charitable grants, the only have to give in their own backyard.” members to create their own identity in the program this year has 86 participating There are plenty of different opportuniphilanthropic space and not just support schools some as far away as Indianapolis ties for millennials to get engaged in phithe same things they did,” he says. and Cleveland and will surpass the half- lanthropy in the region. Lanham says most When it comes to learning about chari- million dollar mark in giving. Besides the nonprofits have some kind of outreach for table giving, it’s never too young to start. $1,000 grants provided by Magnified Giv- younger givers. For example, the CincinMagnified Giving, ing, the students are nati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s Ambassador a nonprofit started encouraged to raise Council was started in 2009 to cultivate the

by Cincinnati philantheir own funds to next generation of educational outreach, thropist Roger Grein, further expand their fundraising and volunteerism. engages high school There are also free-standing efforts such impact. and junior high stuWhat is the next- as Give Back Cincinnati, started in 2000 by dents in researching generation of philan- a group of friends. It has grown into several and making giving thropy looking for? thousand young professionals who annudecisions as part of L au ren Jones, a ally donate thousands of volunteer hours to their class work. millennial and de- projects while meeting others and having T he idea is t hat velopment officer for fun in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. donors can expand the Greater CincinNext summer Magnified Giving will their gift by “educatnat i Fou ndat ion’s expand its student philanthropy education “When nonprofits are ing the next generaWomen’s Fund, says further by offering a series of weeklong cultivating these individuals it’s tion. Teaching them her generation wants philanthropy camps. how to be good board “We’re going to go all the way down to important for them to recognize to see i m med iate members, a lu m n i impact f rom t heir third, fourth and fifth grade kids,” says all the ways a millennial can be and good citizens,” efforts.

Collison. They will spend Monday through says Kelly Collison, “W hen nonprof- Thursday learning about different nonprofengaged, not just cultivating executive director of its are cu lt ivat ing its and make a decision on Friday which them from a dollar standpoint.” the Evendale-based these individuals it’s charity will win their grant.

—Lauren Jones, development officer program. important for them The camps will allow Magnified Giving for the Greater Cincinnati Foundation’s W h i l e i t ’s t r u e to recognize all the to expand its educational efforts beyond Women’s Fund families do pass the ways a m i l lennia l the regular school year to the time of idea of giving down can be engaged, not year when students have more free time, through the generations, there’s still a just cultivating them from a dollar stand- she says. need for philanthropy education, she says. point,” she says. “Experiences are crucial, Magnified Giving also is exploring other “We just believe we can’t leave it to something the group in general is hungry ideas as well. “Maybe we’ll even do a family chance,” she says. “There are a lot of for. So if a nonprofit can cultivate that, it camp, where a family could come in the students, especially in larger inner city creates a better donor for them.” evening and learn how to do philanthropy,” districts and rural small communities Another thing that separates millennials she says. “It might be a neat lesson for that need a guided effort. So it’s brought from prior generations, says Lanham, is a them as well.” n w w w.

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Matthew 25: Ministries 11060 Kenwood Road | Cincinnati, OH 45242 | 513-793-6256 | m25m.org Year founded: 1991 Top executive officer: Reverend Wendell E. Mettey, Founder and President Board chair: Michael Brandy, President Brandicorp

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atthew 25: Ministries is an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization helping the poorest of the poor locally, nationally and internationally regardless of race, creed or political persuasion. By rescuing and reusing products from major corporations and manufacturers, Matthew 25: Ministries provides basic necessities, educational materials, medical supplies, construction materials and disaster relief across the U.S. and worldwide. Matthew 25: Ministries produces or repurposes food, paint, notebooks, pencils and pill bottles. Matthew 25: Ministries also supports community development and public works projects in developing countries, which provide sustainable development and capacity building for entire villages and regions. Matthew 25: Ministries is celebrating 25 years of service in 2016.

Matthew 25: Ministries strives to fulfill Matthew 25:34-40 by providing nutritional food to the hungry, clean water to the thirsty, clothing to the naked, affordable shelter to the homeless, medical care to the ill and humanitarian supplies to those in need. Matthew 25 uses these product donations as building blocks to encourage individuals to help themselves and to develop healthier, more self-sufficient, sustainable communities. Additionally, Matthew 25: Ministries is committed to fulfilling Matthew 25:40 by educating the public on the conditions and needs of the “least of these” and by providing resources for action. Matthew 25: Ministries offers several programs dedicated to its mission: - Through the “Caring For a Needy World With the Things We Throw Away” program, Matthew 25: Ministries distributes more than 15,000,000 pounds of clothing, medical supplies, personal care items, school supplies, food and beverages, household supplies, cleaning products, reblended paint and micro-enterprise supplies each year, helping

approximately 20,000,000 people in the US and worldwide.

development of sustainable communities in Nicaragua, Haiti and the Philippines.

- Matthew 25’s Food Processing Center produces a shelf-stable, nutritionally enhanced rice/soy blend that helps feed the hungry locally and worldwide for $.10 a meal. A gift of $25 can provide enough servings to feed a family of four two meals a day for an entire month!

- Matthew 25’s Disaster Relief services continue to provide relief, recovery and rebuilding support to areas suffering from catastrophic disasters throughout the US and worldwide.

- Matthew 25’s Rainbow Paint Reblending Program collects and reblends leftover paint from municipalities, environmental companies, paint manufacturers, painting contractors, paint and hardware stores, and individuals and redistributes it to underdeveloped areas and developing countries. Every truckload of reblended paint rescues more than 3,000 cans of paint from the landfill.

- Matthew 25’s “Write Your Future” program supports education through the manufacture of school notebooks and pencils and the packaging of Education Kits for needy children.

- Matthew 25’s Grow Right Micronutrient Supplement Program enhances children’s nutritional health in developing countries worldwide by providing 11 essential micronutrients in a delicious fruity beverage.

- Matthew 25’s “Building a New Life” program supports the construction of houses and the

- Matthew 25’s Global Village educational experience tours hundreds of visitors each month and allows guests to experience the lifestyle and living conditions of the poorest of the poor and disaster victims across the US and around the world.

- Matthew 25 welcomes volunteers six days a week at its Blue Ash facility. In 2015, 58,000 shifts and 139,000 hours of volunteer time were donated to Matthew 25: Ministries.

Matthew 25: Ministries addresses the comprehensive problems of severe poverty by fostering an environment where individuals can utilize assistance to take steps toward a more sustainable future for themselves and their communities. More than 99 percent of Matthew 25: Ministries’ cash and in-kind donations go toward programs. Matthew 25: Ministries has a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and has been ranked by Forbes.com as one of the most efficient large US charities.

Matthew 25: Ministries is accredited by the BBB’s Wise Giving Alliance Standards.

CHARITABLE

ALL-STARS 2016 There are so many good causes in the world. From caring for troubled youth to finding the cure to cancer, there are hundreds of good causes that are being supported by local nonprofits. And passionate, fantastic volunteers—who care deeply for their causes—are supporting those nonprofits.

Each year, we reach out to local charities to ask for their Charitable All-Stars—the standout people who donate their time and energy in ways that exceed what was asked. These are people who work passionately for what they care about while asking for nothing in return. The following pages introduce people who have gone above and beyond for their causes—meet the 2016 Charitable All-Stars.

BY THE EDITORS

BART KOHLER

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

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e’s a successful businessman, but Bart Kohler feels his true calling is to work with a nonprofit.

For nearly 30 years, he’s been an integral part of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Cincinnati, starting as a local parish volunteer, then as a volunteer at SVDP’s West-End outreach center, as a member of its board of directors and finally as a mentor.

“I always felt that God wanted me to be in a nonprofit,” says Kohler who carries this mission statement in his wallet: “Inspiring hope and reducing pain in people’s lives.”

Kohler, who stayed on as president of Hubert Co. in Harrison after selling it to Takkt AG in 2000, uses his position to improve the lives of those he comes in contact with daily. At Hubert, Kohler formed the Volunteer Leadership Committee to organize charitable giving and inspire the com-

pany’s employees to volunteer in the community.

“I t h i n k t hat hope is the most meaningful thing I can prov ide,” he says. When he comes in for an SV DP board or committee meeting, he makes a point to sit with the clients wait- Bart Kohler, left, has volunteered with the Society of St. Vincent ing in the lobby de Paul for almost 30 years. to listen to them and provide encouragement.

Liz Carter, former SVDP executive direcNow a member of SVDP’s advisor y tor. He believes that there is something board, he served on its board of directors special about individuals who choose to for 10 years including as its chairman from do a service program after college and he 2008 to 2011. wanted to develop that talent. He’s curThe Vincentian Volunteers of Cincinnati, rently mentoring about a dozen young a faith-based, yearlong, residential service professionals. “It’s my way of paying it program for young professionals, started forward,” he says. with conversations between Kohler and - Mike Boyer w w w.

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PETRA VESTER

JDRF Southwest Ohio chapter

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etra Vester has been a fundraising machine for the JDRF Southwest Ohio chapter.

Since her eldest daughter, Hannah, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) nearly six years ago, the Vester family has raised almost $120,000 for T1D research participating in national Ride to Cure Diabetes cycling fundraisers. As co-chair of the Southwest Ohio Chapter Ride to Cure committee the last two years, she helped raise a record $568,000 in fiscal 2016.

Over the last five years as auction chair for the JDRF’s Cincinnatian of the Year Gala, she has helped raise another $600,000. And she’s stepped up this year as overall chair of the gala next May that hopes to raise $1.2 million for T1D research.

As a parent, Petra, who is married to Dr. Russell Vester, a cardiac surgeon, says she realized the way she could best help Hannah, now 22 and a recent graduate of

Petra Vester, left, with her daughter Hannah and her husband, Russell William and Mary College, was “to raise money to find a cure. You do anything and everything to make that happen.”

Petra says people need to understand that T1D is a 24/7 365 days a year challenge.

“There is no break. You can’t decide to not test your blood sugar one day. You can’t decide to not get insulin. You have to check

yourself every day,” she says. “There’s not a moment that the disease doesn’t impact your life somehow.”

Melissa Newman, JDRF southwest Ohio executive director, says, “Petra inspires others with her passion and dedication to making the world a better place.”

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YMCA of Greater Cincinnati 1105 Elm St., Cincinnati OH 45202 | 513-362-YMCA | myy.org

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s a leading nonprofit, the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati reaches more than 135,000 people annually. Every day, our community faces new challenges that create a greater need for the work we do.

With your support, the Y is able to ensure that kids in our community are ready for kindergarten, that people of all ages have the necessary tools to prevent diseases—such as diabetes and high blood pressure—and that military families can have a place to stay active while their loved one is deployed. Together, we can change the lives of thousands of people, impacting each individual we serve.

When you donate to the Y, you’re giving everyone the opportunity to be healthy and thrive. With your support, we can make a real difference in the lives of thousands of people. Together, we can build a better community.

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BOB HERZOG

Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati

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ob Herzog is known for his position as a news anchor on Good Morning Cincinnati with local Channel 12, but many people don’t know about his work with the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati. “They do incredibly important work and I consider it a true blessing that they’ve asked me to play a part in some of their events over the last several years,” says Herzog. The Alzheimer’s Association is one of the leading voluntary health organizations that work on global, national and local platforms to aid care, support and research for Alzheimer’s disease.

Herzog has helped out with numerous events for the Cincinnati chapter including being behind the microphone several times at the spring auction event, the Art of Making Memories. He has also helped with the ceremony preceding the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in the fall. “I think I’m passionate about it, because they’re

Bob Herzog, right, participates in many of the Alzheimer’s Association’s events, including the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. passionate,” explains Herzog, “At the Alzheimer’s Association, they believe in what they do and know how vital the work is. You feel that when you’re around them and it becomes important to you, too.”

Today, more than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, and it’s becoming more common every day. “It’s so important to raise awareness because

people need to know where they can turn should this diagnosis ever be part of their lives. The disease is cruel and unforgiving and people need to know, not only about what to expect, but that they are not alone,” says Herzog. “Because of the Alzheimer’s Association, they’ll never be alone.”

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JOE WALTER Ohio Valley Goodwill

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oe Walter, former offensive lineman for the Cincinnati Bengals, has proven he has strength even off the field. For the past 15 years, Walter has taken on huge roles at the Ohio Valley Goodwill as an honorary chairman, spokesman, volunteer, advocate and board member.

“It is Joe’s charm, engaging personality and humor that have endeared him to the individuals that the organization serves,” says Sharon Hannon, marketing manager for Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries.

Ohio Valley Goodwill, which has operated in the area for more than 97 years, has helped more than 3,500 individuals find employment as well as 900 veterans since 2015. Through its retail stores, donations and industrial services, it continues to help those with disabilities and other people with barriers find meaningful and lasting jobs.

“Joe is always ready and available to help out in new ideas that the organiza-

Joe Walter has taken on roles like honorary chairman for the Ohio Valley Goodwill. tion might have to enhance community awareness of its mission,” says Hannon.

Not only is Walter an avid volunteer, but it is also because of his support and dedication that the Auto Auction Donation program has grown into what it is today.

In addition to the auction, Walter is immensely involved with the annual Goodwill Golf Outing, which has helped raise more than $390,000 in funds since

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the first outing in 2001. In the past, Walter has given his time to numerous other events such as retail grand opening events, radio interviews, community high profile donation drives and other public events.

According to Hannon, “His history of volunteerism in support of people with disabilities extends over a period of more than 20 years and is genuine and sincere.”

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MIKE RODARTE

Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati

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or more than 100 years, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati has supported its belief that every child has the ability to succeed in life with the help of a mentor. For 10 years, Mike Rodarte has been one notable big brother.

Rodarte, current portfolio manager for Sycamore Capital, first got involved in Big Brothers of Greater Cincinnati in 2006. “I was really drawn to the mission statement of Big Brothers, Big Sisters as well as the significant impact of its programs,” he says. Currently there are more than 400 children in the program waiting for a match in the Cincinnati area. Rodarte encourages those who are considering being a mentor to go ahead and apply. The program allows children (littles) through the ages of 6-18 to be partnered with an adult mentor (bigs) to create meaningful and lasting relationships.

Due to the Big Brother, Big Sister program, kids are more likely to have more confidence as well as better relationships with those in their community and family. National research has shown that these positive relationships make kids less likely to begin using drugs and alcohol and less likely to skip school. “Investing in young people leads to positive impacts for our community as a whole,” explains Rodarte.

As a big brother Rodarte has been a mentor for two little brothers. He was just recently matched again for his second lit t le brot her when his first graduated the Mike Rodarte, left, was recently matched with his program at 18. second little.

Although the program is rewarding, it does not operate without giving guidance to someone to help them some hard work. “It involves wearing navigate life’s challenges and become a many hats—supporter, leader by example, better individual.” listener and friend,” says Rodarte, “You’re - KD

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BARBARA J. CONDO

One Way Farm Children’s Home

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arbara J. Condo has become an inspiration to thousands of abused, abandoned, neglected and troubled children, says Carrie VanDerzee, development director of One Way Farm Children’s Home.

That’s because Condo doesn’t just teach kids to find their path in the world as productive adults—she serves as a shining example. Condo was abused, beaten, starved and left outside by her alcoholic parents as a child, says VanDerzee, who nominated Condo for the Charitable AllStars designation.

Now, 40 years after starting One Way Farm Children’s Home, a nonprofit organization located in Fairfield, Condo has risen above her dysfunctional childhood and shown abused, abandoned, neglected and troubled youth, and chil-

dren with disabilities and developmental disabilities in Ohio that they can find their path in the world from a place of hope and dignity.

“She is an inspiration to these kids because she tells them about her horrible life of abuse,” says VanDerzee. “She’s like, ‘You know, that wasn’t me that was them and this isn’t you that’s your family. Why don’t you move on and have a great life?’”

But sometimes it’s not easy to have a great life after such a tough beginning, and the recent heroin epidemic isn’t helping, she says. Children are sold into prostitution to pay for their parents’ heroin addiction, says VanDerzee. “So you can’t buy these children anything because they’re thinking, ‘Oh, they want me to do something for this money.’”

But Condo found that giving each child a pet to take care of works magic. “These kids have to learn to care about something more than they care about themselves,” VanDerzee says. “They actually bond with these animals.”

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GREGORY LUNDY Boy Scouts of America Dan Beard Council

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regory Lundy joined the Boy Scouts of America in 1970 when his mother saw a young man dressed in his scout uniform at church. “She said, ‘I want you to join the Boy Scouts,’” Lundy says.

He did join the Boy Scouts. And 46 years later he’s still in the Boy Scout organization, currently serving as the camping chairman of the Boy Scouts of America Dan Beard Council’s Hopkins District.

“I’m still in it so there must be something good about it,” says Lundy.

Serving the community’s youth is important to Lundy. But taking them camping, especially those who live in the inner city, is even more significant. “Getting kids outdoors is the greatest thing,” he says. “Especially with all this computer stuff today.”

Kids are able to learn new skills by actually doing them instead of watching them

on television, s ay s Lu nd y.

“When you see a kid light up for something that they don’t k now a b out the outdoors that’s a great experience for me,” he says.

T hey a lso ge t to le a r n something about t hemselves whi le camping, Lundy says. “They learn a little bit about each other, how to deal with each other,” he says. “You have to learn how to get along with everybody.”

Lundy says he loves the outdoors and tries to keep it simple when teaching kids about camping and the outdoors. “Just keeping life simple,” Lundy says. “You live longer, too.”

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Gregory Lundy joined the Boy Scouts in 1970 and still works with the organization 46 years later.

To you he’s the face of football. To the kids he’s the famous man that cares about their grades!

The Marvin Lewis Community Fund empowers youth education and has been working for the kids in your community for the past 13 years.

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CHARITABLE ALL-STARS 2016

ED WELLS

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ccording to Randy Kuvin, board president of Working in Neighborhoods and managing partner of Flagel Huber Flagel, Ed Wells came to WIN at just the right time “He came on the board a couple years before the serious economic downturn that occurred in 2008-2009,” says Kuvin.

“That had a pretty dramatic effect on our mission and what we were doing at Working in Neighborhoods.”

However, Wells was on a mission to help his community of College Hill. He contributed significant financial resources and volunteered his time in everything from giving engineering advice (he’s a retired P&G engineer) to picking up litter. With his help, WIN acquired and developed 20 homes for low-income first-time homeowners.

“He’s very active and interested and has wanted over the years to be as involved as he can be,” says Sister Barbara Busch, WIN

executive director. One of her favorite stories about Wells shows his willingness to help in whatever ways he can.

“W hen he first started working with us and we started doing housing in his neighborhood, we bought our first property. He’s an older guy, and so he bought a push mower and started mowing the grass,” she says, laughing.

Wells’ contributions over the last 10 years have been so numerous that he was inducted into the WIN Hall of Fame in 2015.

“Sometimes you find people who will volunteer and then they don’t necessarily donate and sometimes you find people who donate but never come out to volunteer, but Ed not

only volunteers and donates, but he also gets other people involved,” says Busch.

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CHRIS HODGE American Cancer Society

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or Chris Hodge, the goal of curing cancer is personal. Hodge, senior vice president at CBRE, first got involved with the organization because both his brother and friend had been diagnosed.

Thirteen years later he’s still donating his time to the ACS’s annual Golf Classic as a committee co-chair.

“He’s just a standout volunteer. For the last 13 years he’s been with us and continues to do more and more every year. It’s obviously very near and dear and close to him and his family. He’s just a true standout,” say Meredith Niemeyer, senior director of corporate relations for the East Central Division of the ACS. Over those years, he has raised more then $2.4 million for the Society’s mission.

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Chris Hodge, center, has been co-chair of the American Cancer Society’s annual golf classic for 13 years. as much back to the cause as possible,” she says.

For Hodge, it’s not about the personal accolades—it’s about supporting a cause that’s close to his heart.

“For me it is the satisfaction at the end of the tournament when somebody tells you that you’ve raised $250,000, $300,000, and all that money is going to stay here locally for cancer research, to help with the

Hope Lodge, [and] for people that need help continuing to fight their battle,” says Hodge. “I can also tell you for me, that it was, and I didn’t know it at the time, but it was a way to pay it forward. I just lost my wife to breast cancer, and had I known then what I know now, I would have probably been involved with the [ACS] a lot earlier than when I got in.”

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PHILANTHROPY

Merry Christmas

to All

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul says businesses can help by hosting a food or coat drive or by sponsoring families in need.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL WORKS TO MAKE SURE POOR FAMILIES—PARTICULARLY CHILDREN—HAVE A GOOD HOLIDAY

By Deborah Rutledge

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he thrill of discovery on Christmas morning is a feeling many adults fondly recall from childhood. Much harder to imagine would be experiencing that same anticipation and ever-present buildup of the season only to be followed by stinging disappointment.

“For a child, growing up in poverty is hard,” says Tamara Thrasher, social services client advocate in Cincinnati. “In the weeks leading up to Christmas you are asked by your friends and teachers, ‘What do you want for Christmas?’ You have so many ideas … but when you wake up on Christmas, there might not be a tree, there might not be any presents.

“Why did Santa forget about you? ‘Maybe he could not find us because we live in a car.’ What do you say when you go back to school and the teacher asks you what Santa brought you for Christmas?”

Great numbers of children in Cincinnati are experiencing this kind of poverty. Of the 78 largest U.S. cities, Cincinnati has the fourth-worst rate of childhood poverty, with 44.3 percent of families with children living below the poverty line in the city, says Mike Dunn, executive director of St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati.

In 2015, the society helped 10,000 families for the holidays.

“While we try to serve as many as we can, that still leaves thousands who have to figure out how to get through the holidays on their own,” Dunn says.

But that’s where individual donors and businesses can pitch in through SVDP programs like Hope for the Holidays.

“Our programs are a great way for businesses or individuals looking to give back to the community around the holidays,” says Larry Shields, director of community relations for St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati. “Businesses can help by hosting a food or coat drive to support our Thanksgiving and Christmas distributions and coat distribution. We make it easy by providing the collection barrels, information and pickups.”

Now, “we have a particular need for larger size coats (XXL and up) as well as

gifts for teen boys and girls,” he says. “Both of these areas are specific needs we have every year and would be a wonderful area for a business to get involved.”

While the society partners with WLWT, Gold Star Chili and Kemba Credit Union for its annual coat drive and FOX19 and Kroger for its annual Food From The Heart collection, other groups, businesses, and individuals can also get involved by hosting a barrel or barrels or helping out on the ground level at those distributions. More information can be found at the website, SVDPcincinnati.org.

Donors can ensure entire families celebrate Christmas with SVDP’s “Christmas Together” program. This program lets a St. Vincent de Paul family create a wish list after which a donor or group of donors sponsors that family and shops for them to help grant their Christmas wishes.

“Parents of larger families tend to have an especially difficult time making ends meet during the holidays,” Dunn says. “It is difficult to find sponsors for these large families through ‘Christmas Together,’ [but] companies usually have the resources and manpower to help some of our larger families.”

Shields says its Christmas Angel Toy program gathers donated new toys or monetary gifts to purchase toys for children.

Then, parents get the opportunity to “shop” for gifts for their families while Santa and volunteers entertain the kids with crafts, stories and other activities.

While the feeling of going without is one adults served by SVDP know well, it’s not one they ever want their children to share.

“We all want our kids to be happy year round, but especially on Christmas,” Thrasher says. “But when you are already struggling to keep your household afloat, you just do not have any extra money to spend. It is a very hurtful and defeated feeling.” n w w w.

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LOCAL NONPROFIT DIRECTORY The Better Business Bureau accredits charities that have decided their vision can only be achieved by establishing a relationship of trust between a cause and the community.

These charities have demonstrated an effort to meet the BBB’s Standards for Charity Accountability. The following charities have completed the rigorous process of BBB Ac-

ACCREDITED CHARITIES/ ACCREDITED CHARITY SEAL HOLDERS 4C for Children Children’s and Youth Services; Adult, Continuing Education; Family Services Cincinnati 513-221-0033 4cforchildren.org A Child’s Hope International, Inc. Alliance/Advocacy Organizations; International Relief; Adoption Cincinnati 513-771-2244 thechildrenarewaiting.org Abilities First Foundation, Inc. Developmentally Disabled Services/Centers Middletown 513-423-9496 abilitiesfirst.org American Heritage Girls, Inc. Youth Community Service Clubs Cincinnati 513-771-2025 americanheritagegirls.org Answers In Genesis, Inc. Protestant; Natural History, Natural Science Museums; Science & Technology Museum Hebron, Ky. 859-727-2222 answersingenesis.org

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Assistance League of Greater Cincinnati Human Service Organizations Cincinnati 513-221-4447 assistanceleaguecincinnati.org Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati Big Brothers, Big Sisters Cincinnati 513-421-4120 bigsforkids.org Brighton Center, Inc. Other Philanthropy, Voluntarism, and Grantmaking Foundations N.E.C. Newport, Ky. 859-491-8303 brightoncenter.com Camp Joy Youth Development Programs; Human Service Organizations; Recreational and Sporting Camps (Day, Overnight, etc.)

Clarksville 937-289-2031 camp-joy.org Cancer Family Care, Inc. Cancer; Counseling Support Groups Cincinnati 513-731-3346 cancerfamilycare.org Caracole, Inc. Other Housing, Shelter N.E.C.; Housing Expense Reduction Support, Rent Assistance; Homeless Services/Centers Cincinnati 513-761-1480 caracole.org

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Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio Human Service Organizations; Food Banks, Food Pantries; Mental Health Treatment Cincinnati 513-241-7745 ccswoh.org Catholics United for the Poor Community Improvement, Capacity Building N.E.C. Cincinnati 513-471-4990 catholicsunited.org Center for Addiction Treatment Alcohol, Drug Abuse (Treatment Only) Cincinnati 513-381-6672 ccatsober.org Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired Blind/Visually Impaired Centers, Services Cincinnati 513-221-8558 cincyblind.org Cincinnati Public Radio, Inc. Radio; Humanities Organizations; Music Cincinnati 513-419-7155 cinradio.org Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation Scholarships, Student Financial Aid, Awards Cincinnati 513-345-6701 cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org

Cincinnati Union Bethel Kindergarten, Nursery Schools, Preschool, Early Admissions; Prison Alternatives; Public Housing Cincinnati 513-768-6907 cinunionbethel.org Cincinnati Works, Inc. Employment Procurement Assistance and Job Training; Personal Social Services Cincinnati 513-744-9675 cincinnatiworks.org Cincinnati Youth Collaborative Educational Services and Schools - Other Cincinnati 513-363-5200 cycyouth.org CincySmiles Foundation Ambulatory Health Center, Community Clinic; Public Health Program; Homeless Services/Centers Cincinnati 513-621-0248 cincysmiles.org City Gospel Mission Homeless Services/Centers; Adult, Child Matching Programs; Alcohol, Drug and Substance Abuse, Dependency Prevention and Treatment Cincinnati 513-241-5525 citygospelmission.org Clermont County Community Services, Inc. Senior Citizens’ Housing/ Retirement Communities Batavia 513-732-2277 cccsi.org

Community Shares of Greater Cincinnati Fund Raising Organizations That Cross Categories includes Community Funds/ Trusts and Federated Giving Programs) e.g. United Way Cincinnati 513-475-0475 cintishares.org Cooperative for Education International Economic Development; Education N.E.C.; International, Foreign Affairs, & National Security Cincinnati 513-661-7000 cooperativeforeducation.org Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio Services to Promote the Independence of Specific Populations; Senior Centers/Services; Alliance/ Advocacy Organizations Cincinnati 513-721-1025 help4seniors.org Council on Child Abuse of Southern Ohio, Inc. Child Abuse, Prevention of Cincinnati 513-684-7976 cocachild.org Covington Partners Single Organization Support Covington, Ky. 859-392-3172 mycovingtonpartners.org Crayons to Computers Primary/Elementary Schools; Secondary/High School; Kindergarten, Nursery Schools, Preschool, Early Admissions Cincinnati 513-482-3290 crayons2computers.org

Dress for Success Cincinnati Employment Procurement Assistance and Job Training; Personal Social Services; Financial Counseling, Money Management Cincinnati 513-651-3372 dfscincy.org East End Adult Education Center Adult, Continuing Education Cincinnati 513-321-6744 eastendadulteducationcenter. com Easter Seals Tristate Autism; Vocational Rehabilitation (includes Job Training and Employment for Disabled and Elderly); Developmentally Disabled Services/Centers Cincinnati 513-281-2316 easterseals.com Economics Center for Education and Research Economics (as a Social Science) Cincinnati 513-566-2684 economicscenter.org Every Child Succeeds Family Services Cincinnati 513-636-2460 everychildsucceeds.org FamiliesFORWARD Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs) Cincinnati 513-721-7044 familiesforward.net Family Nurturing Center of Kentucky, Inc. Victims’ Services; Counseling Support Groups; Family Services Florence, Ky. 859-525-3200 familynurture.org

Focus On Youth, Inc. Foster Care; Adoption; Mental Health Treatment West Chester 513-644-1030 focusonyouth.com Freestore Foodbank, Inc. Food Banks, Food Pantries; Vocational Rehabilitation (includes Job Training and Employment for Disabled and Elderly); Housing Search Assistance Cincinnati 513-241-1064 freestorefoodbank.org Girl Scouts of Western Ohio Girl Scouts Cincinnati 888-350-5090 gswo.org Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati Housing Development, Construction, Management Cincinnati 513-621-4147 habitatcincinnati.org Health Resource Center of Cincinnati Community Mental Health Center; Mental Health Treatment; Alcohol, Drug Abuse (Treatment Only) Cincinnati 513-357-4602 hrcci.org Holly Hill Children’s Services Group Home (Long Term) California, Ky. 859-635-0500 hollyhill-ky.org Hope House Rescue Mission, Inc. Homeless Services/Centers Middletown 513-424-4673 hhmission.org

Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Greater Cincinnati Alliance/Advocacy Organizations Cincinnati 513-721-4663 cincyfairhousing.com

Lighthouse Youth Services, Inc. Family Services (Adolescent Parents); Group Home; Homeless Services/Centers Cincinnati 513-221-3350 lys.org

Hyde Park Multi-Service Center for Older Adults Senior Centers/Services Cincinnati 513-321-6816 hpcenter.org

Matthew 25: Ministries, Inc. Human Service Organizations; Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services Cincinnati 513-793-6256 m25m.org

Impact 100, Inc. Public Foundations Cincinnati 513-554-3065 impact100.org Interfaith Hospitality Network of Greater Cincinnati Temporary Shelter For the Homeless Cincinnati 513-471-1100 ihncincinnati.org iSPACE, Inc. Youth Development Programs; Elementary, Secondary Ed; Unknown Cincinnati 513-612-5786 ispacescience.org Jewish Family Service Human Service Organizations Cincinnati 513-469-1188 jfscinti.org Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati Legal Services Cincinnati 513-241-9400 lascinti.org Life Learning Center Human Services - Multipurpose and Other N.E.C. Covington, Ky. 859-431-0100 lifelearningcenter.us

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries, Inc. Employment Training; Adult, Continuing Education; Human Services - Multipurpose and Other N.E.C. Cincinnati 513-751-2500 mercyneighborhoodministries.org Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission Human Service Organizations; Kindergarten, Nursery Schools, Preschool, Early Admissions; Employment Training Covington, Ky. 859-581-6607 nkcac.org One Way Farm of Fairfield, Inc. Children’s and Youth Services Fairfield 513-829-3276 onewayfarm.org Over-The-Rhine & Walnut Hills Kitchens and Pantry Human Service Organizations Cincinnati 513-961-1983 x1 overtherhinekitchen.org

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Over-the-Rhine Community Housing Public Housing Cincinnati 513-381-1171 otrch.org Oxford Seniors Senior Centers/Services Oxford 513-523-8100 oxfordsenior.org People Working Cooperatively, Inc. Home Improvement/Repairs Cincinnati 513-351-7921 Restavek Freedom Foundation International Cincinnati 513-475-3710 restavekfreedom.org Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati, Inc. Low-Cost Temporary Housing (includes Youth Hostels) Cincinnati 513-363-7642 rmhcincinnati.org Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Human Service Organizations; Family Services; Neighborhood Center, Settlement House Cincinnati 513-557-2700 santamaria-cincy.org Shared Harvest Foodbank, Inc. Emergency Assistance (Food, Clothing, Cash); Food Banks, Food Pantries Fairfield 513-874-0114 sharedharvest.org Society of St. Vincent de Paul, District Council of Cincinnati Human Service Organizations; Public, Society Benefit - Multipurpose and Other Cincinnati 513-562-8841 svdpcincinnati.org m a g a z i n e . c o m : : N OV E M B E R 2 0 1 6

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LOCAL NONPROFIT DIRECTORY Society of St. Vincent de Paul, District Council of Northern Kentucky Human Services - Multipurpose and Other N.E.C. Erlanger, Ky. 859-341-3212 svdpnky.org SOTENI, Inc. Community Improvement, Capacity Building N.E.C.; AIDS; International Economic Development Cincinnati 513-729-9932 soteni.org SPCA Cincinnati Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs) Cincinnati 513-489-7387 spcacincinnati.org St. Rita School for the Deaf Fund Raising and/or Fund Distribution; Specialized Education Institutions/ Schools for Visually or Hearing Impaired, Learning Disabled Cincinnati 513-771-7600 srsdeaf.org Stepping Stones, Inc. Services to Promote the Independence of Specific Populations Cincinnati 513-831-4660 steppingstonesohio.org Strategies to End Homelessness Other Housing Support Services; Temporary Shelter For the Homeless Cincinnati 513-263-2780 strategiestoendhomelessness. org

Supports to Encourage Low-Income Families Employment Procurement Assistance and Job Training; Personal Social Services; Emergency Assistance (Food, Clothing, Cash) Hamilton 513-868-9300 selfhelps.org Tender Mercies, Inc. Other Housing Support Services; Homeless Services/ Centers; Group Home, Residential Treatment Facility - Mental Health Related Cincinnati 513-721-8666 tendermerciesinc.org The HealthCare Connection, Inc. Ambulatory Health Center, Community Clinic Cincinnati 513-554-4100 healthcare-connection.org The LAM Foundation Lung; Kidney Cincinnati 513-777-6889 thelamfoundation.org The MariElders, Inc. Senior Centers/Services Mariemont 513-271-5588 marielders.org Transitions, Inc. Rehabilitation Services for Offenders Bellevue, Ky. 859-491-4435 transitionsky.org United Way of Greater Cincinnati Fund Raising Organizations That Cross Categories includes Community Funds/ Trusts and Federated Giving Programs) e.g. United Way Cincinnati 513-762-7100 uwgc.org UpSpring Fund Raising and/or Fund Distribution Cincinnati 513-389-0805 upspring.org

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Visiting Nurse Association of Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky Homemaker, Home Health Aide Cincinnati 513-345-8000 thevna.org Welcome House of Northern Kentucky, Inc. Emergency Assistance (Food, Clothing, Cash); Temporary Shelter For the Homeless; Employment Training Covington, Ky. 859-431-8717 welcomehouseky.org Women Helping Women Hot Line, Crisis Intervention; Rape Victim Services; Spouse Abuse, Prevention Cincinnati 513-977-5541 womenhelpingwomen.org YWCA of Greater Cincinnati, Inc. YMCA, YWCA, YWHA, YMHA Cincinnati 513-241-7090 ywca.org/cincinnati

OTHER NONPROFITS American Cancer Society Human Service Organizations; Cancer; Community, Neighborhood Development, Improvement Cincinnati 888-227-6446 cancer.org American Heart Association Heart and Circulatory System; Professional Societies & Associations Cincinnati 513-281-4048 heart.org/cincinnati Cedar Village Nursing, Convalescent (Geriatric and Nursing) Mason 513-754-3100 cedarvillage.org

Center for Closing the Health Gap Public Health Program Cincinnati 513-585-9872 closingthehealthgap.org Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky Children’s & Youth Services; Group Home, Residential Treatment Facility; Alcohol, Drug & Substance Abuse, Prevention & Treatment Covington, Ky. 859-261-8768 chnk.org Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Theater; Arts Education Cincinnati 513-569-8080 x14 thechildrenstheatre.com Christian Benevolent Association Christian Mason/Mt. Healthy 513-398-1486 christianbenevolent.org Cincinnati Museum Center Museum & Museum Activities; Arts, Cultural Organizations; Natural History, Natural Science Museums Cincinnati 513-287-7000 cincymuseum.org Fort Hamilton Hospital Foundation Single Organization Support Hamilton 513-867-2000 ketteringhealth.org Greater Cincinnati Foundation Community Foundations; Fund Raising, Distribution Cincinnati 513-241-2880 gcfdn.org Greater Cincinnati Television Educational Foundation (CET) Television; Elementary, Secondary Ed Cincinnati 513-381-4033 cetconnect.org

Joe Nuxhall Miracle League Fields Baseball, Softball (includes Little Leagues) Fairfield 513-829-6899 nuxhallmiracleleague.org Marvin Lewis Community Fund Public Foundations Cincinnati 513-381-5437 marvinlewis.org National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Other Art, Culture, Humanities Organizations/ Services Cincinnati 513-333-7500 freedomcenter.org South Bank Partners Economic DevelopmentNewport, Ky. 859-655-7700 southbankpartners.com Southern State Community College Foundation Single Organization Support Hillsboro 800-628-7722 x2622 sscc.edu Ten Thousand Villages Thrift Shops Cincinnati 513-871-5840 tenthousandvillages.com/ cincinnati The Cincinnati Ballet Company Inc Performing Arts; Ballet; Arts Education/Schools Cincinnati 513-621-5219 cballet.org YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Public Foundations Cincinnati 513-362-9622 cincinnatiymca.org

Live Well: Guide to Back & Spine

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The Truth About Back Pain EXPERTS SAY MOST PATIENTS ARE CURED WITHOUT SURGERY

By Eric Spangler

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he good news for those who suffer from back or neck pain is that nonsurgical techniques, such as physical therapy, are quite effective at alleviating that pain, say local doctors.

And for those who do need surgery the good news is that today’s surgical procedures are just as effective, doctors say.

Even the future of treating back pain appears promising as new techniques, procedures and implants make their way from research institutions into surgical rooms.

The most common cause of back pain, a muscle strain, doesn’t require surgery.

This pain tends to pop up intermittingly because the original injury never had the opportunity to properly heal, says Dr. Ian

Dr. Steven S. Agabegi’s clinical interest includes adult and pediatric spine surgery, scoliosis, complex spinal deformity, and spine tumors.

Rodway, an orthopedic surgeon with Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

“If you don’t have [the muscle strain]

properly rehabilitated they tend to be recurrent,” says Rodway. Patients will say they initially hurt their back carrying

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Live Well: Guide to Back & Spine a heavy object, he says. “But now I bend down to pick up a pencil and my back goes out again.”

Proper rehabilitation through physical therapy is the simplest cure for that recurring type of pain. “A lot of people wonder why we send them to physical therapy, but physical therapy helps you to re-tone and recondition those areas,” he says.

For back pain that can’t be alleviated through physical therapy, the most common cause of pain is a pinched nerve in the spine or neck, says Dr. Steven S. Agabegi, an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Division of Spine Surgery, at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and a practitioner at UC Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

To alleviate the pain doctors perform a decompression procedure, one of the most common back and neck surgeries.

“We recommend surgery for people who have some component of nerve impingement—pain shooting into their leg or discomfort in their lower extremities or

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Michael Kachmann, a neurosurgeon with Mayfield Brain & Spine upper extremities,” says Agabegi. “That’s when surgery is the most successful.”

That decompression of the nerves— called a microdiscectomy when performed on the back and a cervical discectomy when performed on the neck—is a mini-

mally invasive surgical procedure that removes a portion of a herniated disc to relieve the pressure on the nerves, he says.

Unlike a muscle sprain, a pinched nerve caused by a herniated disc can happen without a known cause. “It’s not always you’re lifting the refrigerator or jumping off the roof,” Rodway says. “You just wake up with it. So a lot of it is genetic.”

The good news for patients who undergo surgery to decompress the nerve is that recovery time is much faster than it used to be. “Most people who have a decompression surgery are able to return to their activities within the first three to four weeks after surgery,” says Agabegi.

That short recovery period is aided by the surgeon’s ability to perform the procedure through small incisions, says Dr. Michael Kachmann, a neurosurgeon with Mayfield Brain & Spine.

“We’ve just advanced our abilities to take out, say, a herniated disc or decompress a nerve through small little tubes or ports or small windows to decompress the nerve and remove the offending pathology and

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loss and smoking cessation are all part of helping to prevent back pain, he says. “Sitting for long periods of time is not good for the discs in your back,” Agabegi says. “People who have a sit-down job are more l i kel y to have back Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine’s Summit Woods location in Sharonville provides clinic care, imaging problems,” he says. services, surgery, physical therapy and high endurance Truck drivers constisports training. tute a large percentage of his patients because take away someone’s pain through a small they are sitting in one position for extended incision,” says Kachmann. period of time, Agabegi says. Another That allows patients to return to an ac- group of patients he sees a lot are those tive lifestyle quicker because there’s less involved in manual labor who lift heavy tissue damage and less blood loss, he says. objects, he says. “You want to be in the Another component to a quick recovery middle somewhere” when it comes to stayis exercise. “We try to recommend regular ing active, Agabegi says. “Some activity, exercise both before and after surgery to but not too much.”

Just as advancements in medical devices improve core strength and it’s just generally good for their overall health to be as and procedures have allowed doctors to get patients back on the their feet quicker, reactive as possible,” says Agabegi.

Staying active, regular exercise, weight search on new procedures and devices may

lead to even better results in the future.

One non-surgical procedure being used more often is platelet-rich plasma injections that use the patients’ own blood and platelets. The material is injected into joints or discs in an attempt to regrow tissue with the body’s own healing properties, Rodway says. “There’s been recent trial of these type materials into spine problems.”

Another advancement that may lead to better outcomes are artificial discs, says Kachmann. They have had success when used in the neck area, he says.

“For the neck [artificial discs] seem to be paying out very well for the products that we have,” says Kachmann. “That’s one of the newer technologies and that’s allowing people to continue to have motion in their neck instead of taking away the motion” by fusing vertebrae, he says.

Whatever the medical future holds, back and neck pain won’t be going away anytime soon. “I’ll be completely honest with you,” says Agabegi. “When it comes to back pain itself somebody would win the Nobel prize if they found a cure for it.” n

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More Than Cosmetic TRADITIONALLY SEEN AS A VANITY ISSUE, VARICOSE VEIN DISEASE COMES WITH UNCOMFORTABLE SYMPTOMS THAT CAN NOW BE MEDICALLY TREATED

By Deborah Rutledge

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r. Darren Hurst would like people to know that varicose vein disease is a not a vain disease.

“It is a real disease that causes real problems for patients,” says Hurst, the founder and director of Vascular and Interventional Associates, a part of the Radiology Associates of Northern Kentucky. “And now, there are real solutions for the treatment of symptomatic varicose veins in the form of minimally invasive, image-guided therapies at the VIA Vein Center.”

Varicose vein disease and disorders of the superficial venous system also are extremely common, with up to 60 percent of the adult population estimated to suffer from symptoms related to this disease.

But while many patients consider varicose veins to be a normal function of aging, they should be thought of as a medical disease, and one with significant impact on a person’s lifestyle, he says.

“Most people don’t realize that their symptoms of leg pain, dry skin, itching and heaviness are related to their varicose veins—restless legs, as well,” Hurst says.

With varicose veins, “patients are limited in many ways—they are embarrassed by how their legs look. They can’t wear dresses or shorts. They can’t go to the pool or beach. They have pain that limits their ability to exercise or walk, shop, play with their kids,” Hurst says.

Certain factors, like aging, may contribute to the severity of varicose veins, which are four to eight times more common in women than in men, he adds. Other factors include prolonged standing, obesity and prior leg trauma.

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The Vascular and Internventional Associates Vein Center provides many types of treatments, including surgery.

“The vascular specialists at Vascular and Interventional Associates Vein Center can now offer new minimally invasive treatments that are relatively painless and safe and are a pleasing solution to patient’s vein problems.”

—Dr. Darren Hurst modification offered patients very little lasting relief of their symptoms, and surgical stripping was considered too invasive and painful for the treatment of most vein disease,” Hurst says. “However, the vascular specialists at Vascular and Interventional Associates Vein Center can now offer new minimally invasive treatments that are relatively painless and safe and are a pleasing solution to patient’s vein problems.”

There have been many advances in the treatment of this disease, which is why

vascular specialists at VIA Vein Center now may offer image-guided treatments such as endovenous laser ablation, ultrasoundguided foam sclerotherapy, ambulatory phlebectomy, and conventional sclerotherapy.

“Often, a combination of the above therapies are necessary for complete treatment of the disease,” he says.

And, unlike before, insurance companies are now covering these therapies for treatment of the symptomatic disease. n

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