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Election 2022 Nets Some Surprises

Republicans largely won Ohio, but Democrats o ered a few surprises.

BY ALLISON BABKA, MADELINE FENING AND CITYBEAT STAFF BY ALLISON BABKA, MADELINE FENING AND CITYBEAT STAFF

The midterm elections of Nov. 8 held a few surprises for everyone, it seems. While some races in Ohio and Kentucky were a bit predictable, others caught national attention for ipping the script.

Below, catch up on some of the local, regional and state races and issues that CityBeat focused on, and then head to your secretary of state’s website (ohiosos.gov in Ohio and elect. ky.gov in Kentucky) or county board of elections (votehamiltoncountyohio. gov in Hamilton County) for full results (winners are preliminary until results are certi ed in about two weeks).

Mike DeWine Retains Ohio Governor Seat, Defeating Challenger Nan Whaley

Ohio’s sitting governor, Republican Mike DeWine, began his rst term in 2019 after serving in Ohio’s statehouse, as a U.S. senator and as a lieutenant governor. e Yellow Springs native earned praise from medical experts in 2020 for implementing Ohio’s COVID19 public health protocols – including venue capacity limits, stay-at-home orders and indoor masking – when others from his party refused to do so. He also received scorn from many far-right Republicans who lambasted – and continue to lambast – coro navirus vaccines and other safety measures.

DeWine has been linked to the FirstEnergy scandal, with documents showing that his administration played a hands-on role passing an

alleged pay-for-play nuclear bailout and appointing an industry-friendly regulator who has since been accused of taking a $4.3 million bribe.

e governor has been under re this year for signing a state abortion law that has pushed children who have been raped to travel to other states for healthcare. Doctors have said repeat edly that this is harmful. On Oct. 7, a Hamilton County judge ruled to inde nitely block the ban as a network of doctors who provide abortions sue the state in Preterm Cleveland v. [Ohio attorney general] Dave Yost. e ban initially went into e ect in June after the U.S. Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade, a landmark case for privacy and abortion rights that stood for nearly 50 years.

Whaley, a Democrat, is the former mayor of Dayton who served from 2014 until the beginning of this year. Her leadership has been cited as a major reason Dayton’s unemployment num bers declined signi cantly and was in o ce when the city was just the fourth in the nation to sue pharmaceutical companies and others over the opiate addiction in Ohio. She has been a vocal advocate for gun safety legislation, abortion rights and banning LGBTQ+ conversion methods.

J.D. Vance Edges Tim Ryan in Ohio’s Pivotal U.S. Senate Race

Vance, an author and venture capi talist, was raised 30 miles north of Cin cinnati in Middletown. His campaign

leaned into former U.S. President Donald Trump’s MAGA-sphere, with the two appearing on stage together as Vance campaigned on immigration fears, blamed Democrats for in ation and attacked teachers’ unions. Vance’s alignment with far-right conservatives prompted some GOP gures to stump instead for Ryan, whose moderate tone appealed to many Republicans.

Vance was somewhat hesitantly endorsed by Trump, who was brought up on articles of impeachment, is under investigation for stealing classi ed documents from the White House and whose rhetoric spurred far-right supporters to attack the U.S. Capitol Building on Jan. 6, 2021. A few years ago, Vance had written extensively about Trump being “reprehensible,” saying, “Fellow Christians, everyone is watching us when we apologize for this man. Lord help us” after Trump’s

misogynistic “Grab ‘em by the pussy” conversation on Access Hollywood was leaked in 2016. Vance has since leaned into conservative and national ist rhetoric.

Ryan, who has served 10 terms in the U.S. House representing Ohio’s 13th district, struck a chord with mod erates during his campaign by focusing on economic concerns and shrugging o culture wars while still attempting to appeal to progressive voters by sup porting abortion access.

In Abortion Rights Victory, Kentucky Voters Shoot Down Constitutional Amendment

Voters in the Commonwealth rejected a ballot measure that would have introduced language into the state’s constitution saying that nothing

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in the document secured or protected abortion rights.

Abortion remains illegal in Kentucky as the result of a trigger law banning abortion in the wake of the monumen tal overturn of Roe v. Wade in June. However, the failure of Amendment 2 means that Kentucky’s abortion ban can still be challenged as unconstitu tional in the courts.

Adam Mathews Takes Ohio’s 56th House District over Joy Bennett

Cincinnati Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Issue 11, Eliminating Mayor’s Pocket Veto

Aftab Pureval, it was Pureval himself who proposed the change in September, along with council members Mark Je reys and Je Cramerding.

Under Kentucky’s ban, abortion procedures are only permitted if the life of a pregnant person is in jeopardy. ere are no exceptions in cases of rape or incest, nor are there excep tions for minors. Healthcare providers who carry out abortions or people who provide abortion medication can be charged with a Class D felony, which is punishable by up to ve years in prison.

Under Kentucky’s ban, abortion procedures are only permitted if the life of a pregnant person is in jeopardy.

ere are no exceptions in cases of rape or incest, nor are there excep tions for minors. Healthcare providers who carry out abortions or people who provide abortion medication can be charged with a Class D felony, which is punishable by up to ve years in prison.

Cincinnati City Council Member Greg Landsman Bests Incumbent

Mathews, a Republican, is Lebanon’s current vice-mayor and was endorsed by Ohio Right to Life and Cincinnati Right to Life. He has testi ed in favor of Ohio’s current abortion law, which prohibits abortion procedures after six weeks’ gestation except in a few instances (a Hamilton County judge has blocked the law inde nitely as a related lawsuit continues). Mathews’ campaign website says he “has helped empower mothers and families to make godly life choices” in the only district that banned abor tion care before the U.S. Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade and left the subject up to the states.

Now approved, Issue 11 eliminates a Cincinnati mayor’s pocket veto – the loophole in a charter amendment that previously allowed a mayor to postpone legislation inde nitely without discussion from Cincinnati City Council.

e mayor now will have to refer legislation to the proper committee within four scheduled meetings of it being led, with the head of that committee then required to place the legislation on the agenda for any of the subsequent four meetings. e legislation then will leave committee and go to the full Cincinnati City Council, again within the span of four scheduled meetings

Ohio Bail Amendment Issue 1: Passed

Issue 1 asked voters if judges setting bail should be required to consider pub lic safety. is includes a person’s crimi nal record, the likelihood the accused will return to court and any other factor decided by Ohio’s General Assembly.

e change removes the authority of the Ohio Supreme Court to set the proce dures for establishing the amount and conditions of bail.

Ohio Election Amendment Issue 2: Passed

Cincinnati City Council Member Greg Landsman Bests Incumbent Steve Chabot, Flips 1st Congressional District

Steve Chabot, Flips 1st Congressional District

Landsman, a Democrat and current Cincinnati City Council member of ve years, has slammed Chabot for voting to overturn the legitimate 2020 election of U.S. President Joe Biden. He also has highlighted restoring abortion rights, repairing infrastruc ture like the Brent Spence Bridge and passing LGBTQIA+ protections as goals once he becomes a member of Congress.

Landsman’s time on Cincinnati City Council largely has focused on general safety, violence reduction, reproductive rights and neighborhood beauti cation.

Chabot, who was the incumbent Republican, supported Trump’s false assertions that the 2020 general elec tion was “stolen.” He also has repeat edly voted against abortion protec tions and indicated that he would consider banning birth control, as well.

With the win, Landsman ips a

Bennett, a Democrat, is a marketing and communications strategist who led a public ght against the city of Mason as the local council attempted (and eventu ally failed) to implement a total abortion ban in 2021. She had previously run for a seat on the council.

Previously, the mayor was permitted to simply not pass the legislation to committee, stopping the whole process. Cincinnati has seen the loophole used in the past, when former mayor Mark Mallory used the pocket veto in 2006 to block a vote on making his o ce budget bear the expense for the mayor’s bodyguard.

While the passage of Issue 11 somewhat limits the power of current mayor

Issue 2 prohibits local governments from allowing non-citizens, or non-elec tors, to vote. Only U.S. citizens ages 18 or above who have been a legal resident and registered to vote for at least 30 days can vote at any state or local election.

e law mainly a ects local elections; there are already laws in place banning non-citizens from voting in federal, state and county races.

Swearingen, a Republican, has repre sented the district since 2019.

Obergefell, a Democrat, is a University of Cincinnati alum who may be best known as the lead plainti in the 2015 U.S. Supreme Court case Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. Since the fall of Roe in June, many legal experts fear that Obergefell will be reversed next, thanks to opinion language used in the court’s decision.

During his political campaign, Obergefell championed LGBTQIA+ rights, abortion and bodily autonomy, voting rights and improving public schools.

Republicans Take All Three Ohio Supreme Court Elections, Which Could Spell Trouble for Pro-Abortion Lawsuits

BY MARTY SCHLADEN, OHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL

Republicans Take All Three Ohio Supreme Court Elections, Which Could Spell Trouble for Pro-Abortion Lawsuits

BY MARTY SCHLADEN, OHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL

Republicans swept all three open seats on the Ohio Supreme Court Nov. 8. e eventual Republican majority will have big implications in the state for years to come.

Associate justice Sharon Kennedy, a Republican, beat associate justice Jen nifer Brunner, a Democrat, in the race

for chief justice.

Incumbent justices Pat Fischer and Pat DeWine, both Republicans, also won over Democratic challengers Terri Jame son and Marilyn Zayas, respectively, according to uno cial results posted by the Secretary of State’s o ce [editor’s note: Pat DeWine is the son of Ohio’s

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district that Chabot has held since 2011.

Adam Mathews Takes Ohio’s 56th House District over Joy Bennett

In Ohio’s 89th House District, D.J. Swearingen Routs Jim Obergefell, Who Helped Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

Author and venture capitalist J.D. Vance defeated Democrat Tim Ryan for U.S. Senate seat. PHOTO: TWITTER/JDVANCE Democrat Greg Landsman’s win ipped the 1st Congressional District. PHOTO: PROVIDED BY CAMPAIGN district that Chabot has held since 2011.

In Ohio’s 89th House District, D.J. Swearingen Routs Jim Obergefell, Who Helped Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

sitting governor Mike DeWine and has roots in Mount Lookout. He had been accused of violating ethics during Ohio’s battle for redrawn district maps].

Two other Democratic justices, Melody Stewart and Michael P. Don nelly, weren’t up for reelection. But with Gov. Mike DeWine — Pat DeW ine’s father — poised to appoint an associate justice to replace Kennedy, the court is likely to have a 4-3 Repub lican majority. And, while retiring chief justice Maureen O’Connor often played the role of a swing voter, Kennedy is expected to vote more consistently with the Republican majority.

is year’s Supreme Court elections have taken on perhaps their highest pro le in state history. One big reason is because the U.S. Supreme Court in June pushed the job of deciding the constitutionality of harsh abortion restrictions onto state supreme courts.

In Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health, the conservative majority on the federal high court ruled that nothing in the U.S. Constitution prevents states from banning abortion outright. As it did so, the court ignored claims by the medical community that the procedure is often necessary to protect people’s health.

Now many state supreme courts — including Ohio’s — are being asked to decide whether strict limita tions on abortion violate their states’ constitutions.

When Dobbs was handed down, it allowed enforcement of a 2019 state law that prohibits abortions after about ve or six weeks of pregnancy. e law doesn’t make exceptions for rape and incest, and Ohio doctors say its protec tions for mother’ health are often vague and unworkable.

After reports of very young rape victims being forced to leave the state for abortions — along with mothers with serious health problems — Ohio abortion clinics sued. A Hamilton County judge has temporarily blocked enforcement of the Ohio law, ruling that it violates the state Constitution.

But the state is appealing that ruling and the case is expected to make its way up to the Ohio Supreme Court, possibly early next year. Also possibly coming

before the court would be any neartotal abortion ban that might be passed in this year’s lame-duck session.

Republicans on the Supreme Court might already have hinted how they’ll rule in abortion cases. Judicial candi dates frequently tell the press that they can’t comment publicly on issues that are likely to come before them. But in October, News 5 Cleveland reported that Ohio’s Republican candidates — Pat DeWine, Fischer and Ken nedy — told an anti-abortion group in questionnaires that they didn’t agree with a federal constitutional guarantee of abortion.

A longer version of this story originally was published by the Ohio Capital Journal and is republished here with permission.

Other Major Races of Note

Kentucky U.S. Senate

Incumbent Republican Sen. Rand Paul defeated former Democratic state Rep. Charles Booker.

Ohio Attorney General

Republican incumbent Dave Yost maintained his position, defeating Democrat Je rey Crossman.

Ohio Auditor

Republican Keith Faber defended his seat from challenger Taylor Sappington, a Democrat.

Ohio Secretary of State

Republican Frank LaRose maintained Ohio’s secretary of state position and defeated challenger Chelsea Clark, a Democrat.

Hamilton County Commissioner

Democrat Stephanie Summerow Dumas was reelected as Hamilton County commissioner, defeating Republican Matthew O’Neill and independent candidate Christopher Smitherman.

Hamilton County Clerk of Courts

Incumbent Pavan Parikh, a Democrat, defeated Republican challenger Steven Goodin.

Cincinnati Hard Rock Sportsbook’s First Legal Bet Goes to – Who Else? – Pete Rose

BY ALLISON BABKA

Former Cincinnati Reds player and manager Pete Rose will ring in the new year at the upcoming Hard Rock Sportsbook, the Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati’s betting facility. Rose will place the venue’s rst legal bet at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 1, Ohio’s universal start date for legal online and in-person sports gaming.

Other Cincinnati sports personalities will join Rose in opening the venue, including former Reds broadcaster Marty Brennaman, former Reds pitcher Tom Browning, newly announced Reds Hall of Fame 2023 inductee Bronson Arroyo, track-and- eld Olympian Mary Wineberg, former Bengals o ensive tackle Anthony Muñoz, former Bengals running back Ickey Woods.

Legalizing sports gambling

It’s been a long road to legal sports betting in the Buckeye State. In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court said that individual states were permitted to approve such gambling. at launched a urry of proposed bills in Ohio, most of which saw a number of delays and changes. But in 2021, the state’s House of Representatives and Senate approved HB 29, and Gov. Mike DeW ine signed it into law that December. e bill that legalizes and regulates sports betting took e ect in March, and all forms of gaming will begin on Jan. 1.

rough the approved bill, sports betting in Ohio will be permitted through “licensed operators of online sportsbooks and brick-and-mortar establishments,” according to the Ohio Casino Control Commission. Such businesses and services must apply for licensing and submit compliant plans for their facilities, equipment, house rules, employee requirements and more. All approved gaming service providers/venues simultaneously can begin accepting wagers on Jan. 1.

Rose’s history with gambling

Many baseball experts agree that under normal circumstances, Rose would be a lock for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown.

According to Rose’s website, he owns Major League Baseball records for the most career hits, games played, at-bats and hitting streaks of 20 or more games, among others. “Charlie Hustle” also had played 500 games

each at ve di erent positions: rst base, second base, third base, left eld and right eld.

He was part of the “Big Red Machine” of the ‘70s – the Cincinnati Reds era that earned the team mul tiple division and league titles and two World Series wins. Rose went to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1979 and then to the Montreal Expos. He returned to Cincinnati as a player-manager from 1984-1986, retiring as a player in 1986.

But it was Rose’s solo manager stint that would do the slugger in. In 1989, MLB attorney John Dowd released a report and evidence alleging that Rose had gambled on baseball games, including while managing the Cincin nati Reds. According to MLB rules, managers, players and anyone in key positions are prohibited from betting on baseball in any way.

For years, Rose insisted that he did not bet on or against the Reds or any other MLB team and led multiple lawsuits to stop Dowd’s investiga tion. MLB placed Rose on the league’s permanent ineligible list on Aug. 24, 1989. Rose later applied multiple times to have various MLB commissioners reinstate him, but he continually has been denied, with commissioner Rob Manfred saying in 2015 that Rose did not have “a mature understanding of his wrongful conduct.”

Cooperstown also barred him from enshrinement in 1991, despite the numbers he’d put up as a player. As with the MLB, Rose petitioned the National Baseball Hall of Fame to con sider him for inclusion but has been turned down.

In 2004, Rose nally admitted that he had, indeed, gambled on baseball.

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Now many state supreme courts — including Ohio’s — are being asked to decide whether strict limitations on abortion violate their states’ constitutions.

Pete Rose admits to gambling on baseball games while managing the Cincinnati Reds. PHOTO: KJUNSTORM, WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Sports Briefs

Joe Mixon Hits Major Bengals Milestones

Somebody had a great day at Paycor Stadium recently.

During the Cincinnati Bengals’ 42-21 win over the Carolina Panthers on Nov. 6, running back Joe Mixon pulled in ve touchdowns, setting a new Bengals record for the most in a single game. Previously, three Bengals players were tied with four TDs each: Marvin Jones (2013), Corey Dillon (1997) and Larry Kinnebrew (1984), according to Statmuse. Four of Mixon’s scores were rushing touchdowns, which shares the franchise’s top slot with Dillon’s e orts in 1997.

Four of Mixon’s touchdowns came within the rst half of the game, allowing him to become the rst Bengals player to hit that milestone. He’s also just the fth Bengal to earn 5,000 career yards.

Additionally, Mixon is now the 17th player in NFL history to ever score at least ve non-passing touchdowns. He’s in a tie on the NFL’s overall list for fourth-place for the most touchdowns in a single game.

It was a stunning turnaround for Mixon, who hadn’t been performing to the season’s expectations. Entering the game with the Panthers, the running back had only been averaging three yards per carry and was performing 54 yards below expectation, according to stats provided by ESPN. After the game, ESPN noted, Mixon was at 74 yards over forecast.

“We’re all professionals. We know what we have to do. Everybody has a job and we’re all on the same page,” Mixon said. “Most important is coming out with a victory and we did that today. e fact we stayed true to the

game, we’ll always do that. I’m living in the moment.”

FC Cincinnati Lands Two Players on MLS Best Xi

Major League Soccer announced its Best Xi selections Nov. 2, and FC Cincinnati’s attacking mid elder Luciano Acosta and forward Brandon Vazquez made the cut. is marks the rst time that FC Cincy players are on the list that celebrates the top 11 play ers in the MLS.

e honor comes on the heels of Acosta and Vazquez being selected for the MLS All-Star Game earlier this year, as well as a stellar overall season in which FC Cincinnati enjoyed its rst appearance in the MLS Cup playo s.

Acosta, who also had received Best Xi honors in 2018 when he was with D.C. United, tallied 10 goals and 19 assists for the regular season. His 19 assists were the most in the MLS. Always a clutch player, two of Acosta’s goals were game-winners for FC Cincy, plus he had at least one goal or assist in 11 of the team’s 12 regular-season wins. Cincinnati’s captain tied for third in the league for goal contributions – 29, a career high. Acosta also led the club in gamewinning assists, with ve.

Vazquez notched 18 goals on the season, good for fourth-best in the league and a career high for him. He led the league in open-play goals (16) tied for the most header goals (six). He set FC Cincinnati records for goals across all competitions, shots and shots on goal while becoming the rst Cincinnati player to score multiple goals in consecutive games. Vazquez had four scoring streaks in 2022’s regular season, including four consecutive games.

Together, Acosta and Vazquez became the rst pair of teammates with at least 25 goal contributions in a single season since 2018, according to media materials.

Redsfest to Return for First Time Since 2019

Abaseball tradition is coming back after a two-year hiatus. Redsfest, a Cincinnati Reds fan gathering and activity convention, is returning this year for the rst time since 2019 – just before the COVID19 pandemic hit. e family-friendly event will feature current and former player appearances, autograph and photograph sessions, batting cages, pedal cars, mascot performances and other entertainment on Dec. 2 and 3 at Duke Energy Convention Center in Downtown.

As of press time, Reds manager David Bell and rst baseman are the only current members of the team scheduled to appear at this year’s event. Retired broadcaster Marty Brennaman also is on the schedule, as is a group of additional broadcasters and minor leaguers. Media materials say that more than 70 Reds personalities will be on hand, with the nal lineup arriving closer to the event.

Two-day passes for adults cost $35, while a one-day pass is $25. Kids 12 years old and under pay $20 for a two-day pass and $15 for a one-day pass. Fans also can volunteer to work shifts during Redsfest in exchange for a meal voucher, parking stipend and Reds tickets.

e full schedule and celebrity list is at mlb.com/reds/fans/redsfest.

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– Allison Babka Bengals running back Joe Mixon set a team record for the most touchdowns scored during a single game. PHOTO: BENGALS MEDIA ASSETS BY KELSEY GRAHAM AND CITYBEAT STAFF

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PHOTOS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: ALGAMESIS BRO’S BY HAILEY BOLLINGER; BLACK OWNED OUTERWEAR, HOMAGE, AND MICA 12/V BY KATHERINE BARRIER; EVERYBODY’S RECORDS AND ADRIAN DURBAN FLORIST BY MAIJA ZUMMO

The winter holiday season

is quickly approaching, and with it begins the mad rush to get the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Finding unique and tailor-made items is a time-consuming and stress-inducing task –but it doesn’t have to be.

Skip the online shopping and instead take this time to explore and embrace the holidays by shopping in the Queen City with our gift guide. Inside, you’ll ﬁnd 30 local businesses voted the “best” by readers in CityBeat’s 2022 Best Of Cincinnati issue, from the best gift shop and best overall boutique to the best record store and best jeweler. Sowhetheryou’reshoppingforacomicbook-lovingfriend,anart-lovingpartnerora fashion-savvy sibling, you’re sure to ﬁnd unique and thoughtful gifts.

Adrian Durban Florist

For almost 125 years, the multi-generational, familyrun Adrian Durban Florist has been providing beautiful bouquets, oral arrangements and houseplants to the Greater Cincinnati community. Started in 1899 by George Durban, a gardener for a wealthy Clifton family, the shop now has two locations and handbuilds its colorful creations from a daily delivery of farm-fresh owers. If you’re bored by blooms, they also build gift baskets such as a Taste of Cincinnati box with Skyline Chili, LaRosa’s tomato sauce and Grippo’s chips, or one lled with local craft beer.

3401 Clifton Ave., Clifton; 6941 Cornell Road, Blue Ash, adriandurban.com.

Aglamesis Bro’s

Aglamesis Bro’s was founded in 1908 by Greek immigrants and brothers omas and Nicholas Aglamesis, and it is still operated by their descendants today. Specializing in ice cream, Italian ice and gourmet chocolate made from self-described “Old

Opposite, from top left: Algamesis Bro’s, BlaCk OWned Outerwear, HOMAGE, Everybody’s Records, MiCA 12/v. Above: Adrian Durban Florist

World recipes” and traditional techniques, its candies are extremely giftable. For a sweet sampler full of decadent avor and texture, choose an assortment that includes creams, fruits and nuts covered in milk or dark chocolate, or opt for seasonally themed, foilwrapped gold coins, stars, bells or Santas.

3046 Madison Road, Oakley; 9899 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, aglamesis.com.

BlaCk OWned Outerwear

BlaCk OWned Outerwear o ers a mix of men’s, women’s and kids’ clothing and accessories, including colorful T-shirts, comfy-yet-stylish sweatshirts and a plethora of hats in baseball to bucket styles. Shop owner Means Cameron says the goal of the brand is to “promote Black ownership, while challenging societal inequities through our garments and storytelling,”

per the website. Each piece is designed with the company’s name as a focal point to keep spreading its mission. Cincinnati mayor Aftab Pureval, several Cincinnati Bengals players and plenty of other local celebs have been sporting the shop’s wares. 822 Elm St., Downtown, blackowned19xx.com.

Cincinnati Art Museum

e Cincinnati Art Museum is home to thousands of works of art spanning centuries and cultures, but it’s also home to a cozy gift shop lled with goodies and trinkets. You’ll nd prints, bags, shirts, puzzles and ornaments of some of the museum’s most famous pieces, as well as books and merchandise from current and past exhibitions and general art history. A selection of creative home decor, Charley Harper tiles and CAM-branded items lets you bring a bit of the museum home with you.

953 Eden Park Dr., Mt. Adams, cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

Cincinnati Museum Center

e Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is one of Cincinnati’s most admired gems, lled with exhibits dedicated to history, science and wonder –but if you haven’t checked out the gift shop, you’re missing out. is shop is lled with items that will delight both kids and adults, spanning from sciencebased STEM kits and unique Cincinnati history ephemera to space-themed jewelry. Nicole Koenig, retail operations manager, tells CityBeat the CMC gift shop is unique because it’s constantly changing. “We are consistently looking at new fresh ideas to o er our guests,” she says. “We buy from local and national vendors, so it’s a good mix of what makes [the] Cincinnati Museum Center and Union Terminal special.” 1301 Western Ave., Queensgate, cincymuseum.org.

Cincy Shirts

Spread hometown pride far and wide with a gift from locally owned Cincy Shirts. At all three locations, grab printed T-shirts with everyone’s favorite hippos Fritz and Fiona, erce Bengals sweatshirts and fresh FC Cincinnati gear. You’ll also nd a medley of Skylinethemed stickers, nods to local pop culture and a selection of Cincinnati-themed hats to represent the city in style. Many of the items come in both adult and children’s sizes, and if they don’t have a size in stock, they can print the shirt on site for you to pick up later.

1301 Main St., Over-the-Rhine; 2709 Observatory Ave., Hyde Park; 2501 Dixie Highway, Ft. Mitchell, cincyshirts.com.

Creative House of Art & Design

Creative House of Art & Design o ers items for those who enjoy collecting art or making their own. Browse laser-cut buttons with a slew of cute characters, like Pikachu, Baby Yoda and Stitch, along with quirky

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earrings featuring intricate designs. If you’ve got an RBG (Ruth Bader Ginsburg) fan in your life, make sure to check out the shop’s coasters honoring the legend. For those looking instead for experiences over material goods, gift someone a workshop or schedule a paint party and invite all of your friends.

609 Main St., Covington, creativehousead.com.

The Daily Vintage

Reduce, reuse and recycle with a splash of time travel at the Daily Vintage. e store’s stock is constantly updated with stylish vintage nds, including retro Cincinnati sports apparel like classic Bengals, Reds and UC sweatshirts and shirts, along with fantastic ’80s and ’90s pop culture throwbacks. It also has timeless hats, purses, accessories and clothes for every season that are both fashionable and sustainable. Check out its Instagram page for the most up-to-date options, or just make an impromptu stop in the store — you never know what you’ll nd.

1810 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, instagram.com/thedailyvintagecincy.

Everybody’s Records

With an expansive collection of new and used records, the independent Everybody’s Records has impressed music fans in the Cincinnati area for more than 40 years. Peruse the wide selection of vinyl covering genres from rock, pop and reggae to jazz, rap and country, plus nd albums by local acts. Leave time to browse the CDs and cassettes to reveal longlost favorite tunes you grew up listening to. Not only is this shop jam-packed with music, but you’ll also nd band T-shirts and custom Everybody’s pieces.

6106 Montgomery Road, Pleasant Ridge, everybodysrecords.com.

Fern

Fern is a green oasis for plant lovers and design enthusiasts with a wide selection of houseplants to choose from, including air plants, ferns, hoyas and cacti, along with

everything you need to take care of them in style. Its two locations are filled with all the tools you need to keep plants flourishing, from watering cans, natural plant food and propagation tools to modern and chic planters. Don’t forget to check out their stationery, coffee table books and home decor products for the perfect finishing touch for a well-accessorized home.

6040 Hamilton Ave., College Hill; 737 E. McMillan St., Walnut Hills, fern-shop.com.

Fleurish Home

Fleurish Home has a little bit of everything all in one spot, from home decor and kids’ toys to apothecary items and trendy women’s clothing. For those who love to entertain, there are coasters, cutting boards, towel holders, wooden spoons and decorated napkins. For the style-centric, there’s jewelry, handbags, scarves and eyewear collections. And for interior design fans, check out the pillows, throws and seasonal decorations.

135 Main St., Hamilton; 110 S. Second St., Suite B, Loveland, eurishhome.com.

HOMAGE

Whether you’re shopping for a loyal UC Bearcat, dedicated OSU Buckeye or die-hard Xavier Muskie, HOMAGE has the gear to represent their favorite Ohio team, plus duds dedicated to the Bengals, Reds and FC Cincinnati. You’ll also nd super-soft shirts, sweatshirts and hats repping Cincinnati classics, like Uncle Woody’s, Skyline, Little Kings and Kings Island, all designed in a vintage style. Not a sports fan? HOMAGE also sells clothing with pop culture references from classic ’80s movies to shows like e O ce 1232 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine, homage.com.

Hustler Hollywood

If you’re opting for naughty over nice this holiday, Hustler Hollywood is a one-stop-shop for erotic gift-giving, with a selection ranging from sex toys and adult books to lube, X-rated lingerie and BDSM kits.

e store caters to every type of person in a selfdescribed “judgment-free zone governed by knowledgeable and unbiased sta .” So feel free to shop for kinky costumes, playful pleasures or educational items without blushing.

18 E. Seventh St., Downtown; 411 Elm St., Downtown, hustlerhollywood.com.

I Love Cincinnati Shop

e I Love Cincinnati Shop is for those who can’t help but share their love for the Queen City with all of their family and friends. As the name suggests, you’ll nd T-shirts, mugs, hats, keychains and drinkware focused on our city’s greatness. ere are countless apparel options for local college and professional sports teams, shirts honoring cuisine like the legendary 3-Way, and wood cutting boards and ornaments featuring the Cincinnati skyline.

441 Vine St., Second Floor, Downtown, ilovecincinnatishop.com.

indigenous craft gallery

indigenous craft gallery o ers a mix of handcrafted products, from jewelry and pottery to prints, ornaments and stained glass, with many made by local and regional artists. Owner Diane Christian-Budd

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says her store’s selection — with unique pieces in media like wood, metal and ber — and energy set it apart. “[It’s a] relaxed environment with wonderful natural light to show o the beauty, color and variety of our handmade works,” she says. “Plus, we have a gallery cat named Junipurr, who is always available for soft pets.”

1609 Madison Road, East Walnut Hills, indigenouscraft.com.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers

At Joseph-Beth, you’ll nd a book (or two) for anyone on your list, whether they’re into mystery, romance, biographies, cooking or anything in between. e kids’ section boasts hundreds of titles for ages ranging from newborn to middle school. While getting sucked into a good book is easy, the shop also has a gift section on the rst oor with locally made goods and treats, home decor, fashion accessories and stationery.

2692 Madison Road, Norwood, josephbeth.com.

Kentucky Botanical Co.

Kentucky Botanical Co. sells a variety of Kentuckygrown hemp products, all free from unnatural avors and preservatives. Some items include CBD tinctures, gummies, capsules and a mixture of topical creams and personal care products, like bath soaks, salves and cooling pain relief lotion. “We o er a selection of products that we are passionate about to start a conversation and ignite an interest in everyone who walks in the door,” says owner Christain Watt. “From the owners to our associates, we bring knowledge and passion for the products that we carry to every interaction.”

406 Fair eld Ave., Bellevue, kybotanicalco.com.

King Arthur’s Court

King Arthur’s Court is a whimsical and nostalgic toy store. e open-concept store’s shelves are lled with dolls, building blocks, cars and gadgets. ere’s a section dedicated to books, puzzles and board games, and the shop has a vast number of craft and STEM kits to keep kiddos learning while having fun. While the toys on the main oor are mesmerizing, kids also can climb and swing in the dungeon-themed play area in the renovated basement. Bonus: King Arthur’s Court o ers complimentary gift wrapping with each purchase.

3040 Madison Road, Oakley, kingarthurstoys.com.

Kismet

Kismet is an eclectic shop with two locations selling unique clothing and baubles with a boho lean. Catering to free spirits, Kismet’s selection of chunky knits, printed dresses and cute hats is complemented by a treasure trove of globally inspired jewelry, tarot cards, crystals, candles, journals and tons of zodiac-themed accessories.

1233 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine; 2037 Madison Road, O’Bryonville, iluvthatstore.com.

Knickers of Hyde Park

Knickers of Hyde Park specializes in beautiful intimates and undergarments. Associates are at the ready to guide shoppers through the store’s selection of top brands, including Panache and Chantelle, and to provide the best t possible for all body shapes and sizes. Browse an assortment of elegant lingerie pieces, including baby doll-style and teddy pieces, or shop for soft and cozy loungewear like plush robes, silky pajama sets and u y slippers.

2726 Erie Ave., Hyde Park, knickersofhydepark.com.

Metallic Gira e

Metallic Gira e sells gifts and apparel made by a mix of local vendors and specialty retailers. is boutique o ers home decor and kitchen items, including cookware, seasonal door signs, kitchen towels and painted wine glasses. ere’s also a collection of Simply Southern T-shirts and apparel to represent your favorite Cincy sports teams, plus scented body care products and candles.

2034 Anderson Ferry Road, Western Hills, metallicgira e.com.

MiCA 12/v

MiCA 12/v o ers a curated collection of items made by local artists, indie makers and small design lines. Explore its inventory of home decor and kitchenware, including ne ceramics and vibrant handmade glassware. e store also o ers unique prints and paintings, vegan-leather handbags, cute kids items

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Left, from top: Kentucky Botanical Co., Knickers of Hyde Park, Metallic Giraffe; Above: King Arthur’s Court

and fun nds, like handmade glass nightlights featuring various celebrities. “Our particular selection of items usually resonates with people who love art and design, with a tiny bit of quirkiness,” says owner Carolyn Deininger. MiCA also o ers free gift wrapping with each purchase and complimentary delivery within the I-275 loop.

1201 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine, shopmica.com.

The Native Brand

Inside the Native Brand store, walls are lined with screen-printed T-shirts and sweatshirts, brandishing the company’s name or promoting Cincy’s hometown spirit, with designs dedicated to Pete Rose, Joe Burrow and Harambe. Each shirt is made using a remarkably soft fabric that’ll keep the wearer feeling comfy and cozy all day long. Don’t forget to check out the various colored beanies and snapback hats with the word “Native” and the area code “513” on them.

1 Levee Way, Newport, thenativebrand.com.

Puzzle Pieces A Sensory Sensation

Puzzle Pieces is a sensory-friendly children’s store o ering a selection of toys, plushes, dgets and more for those with autism and special needs. e store provides a unique experience for kids by allowing them to test almost all the toys in stock before buying. “What makes us unique is our store design,” says owner and creator of Puzzle Pieces, Holly Young. “We have a sen sory room on-site, plus a play area for the kids — rock climbing wall, playhouse, sand play area and more.”

11912 Montgomery Road, Mason, puzzlepiecesohio.com.

Queen City Alchemy

Crystals, candles, and self-care galore — you’ll nd them all and more at Queen City Alchemy, located across from Findlay Market. Take time to discover the collec tion of handmade face and body products, including creams, natural deodorants, bath salts, face masks, toners and cleansers, all in various oral and woodsy scents. Tables in the center of the shop are lled with an assortment of crystals, each accompanied by a notecard describing the stone’s special abilities.

1808 Race St., Over-the-Rhine, queencityalchemy.com.

Queen City Comic & Card Company

Queen City Comic & Card Company boasts the selfproclaimed largest selection of new and back-issue comic books and graphic novels in Cincinnati, with titles from Archie, Marvel, Disney, DC Comics and beyond. e shop also sells a collection of superhero T-shirts, baseball and gaming cards, Disney park pins and action gures. If you’re not sure what to get, the sta is happy to help. “Our customer experience is di erent because we try to help each customer nd what they’re looking for or o er suggestions if they’re not sure what they want,” says owner Geo Ho man. 6101 Montgomery Road, Pleasant Ridge; 6600 Dixie Highway, Suite V, Fair eld, queencitycomics.com.

Richter & Phillips

Since 1896, Ricther & Phillips has been one of the city’s top spots to nd — and repair — jewelry, watches and diamonds, including custom and estate pieces. e family-run shop is helmed by Gemological Institute of America Graduate Gemologists and located in an Art Deco building downtown, complete with its own bank-vault-turned-speakeasy lounge. O ering everything from rings and bracelets to necklaces and cu inks in a range of price points, sta will help you pick out the perfect present, whether that’s a show-stopping engagement ring, timeless Rolex or pretty pendant for everyday wear.

601 Main St., Downtown, richterphillips.com.

Rose & Remington

Rose & Remington is a locally spawned and familyowned chain dedicated to providing “empowering and a ordable fashion for both mom and daughter,” per its website. With a base in Lebanon and locations spread throughout Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana and West Virginia, the lifestyle brand specializes in owy dresses, elegant tops and cozy cardigans. It also carries stylish athleisure wear — leggings, joggers and pullovers — and jewelry and accessories, like headbands and scrunchies.

7875 Montgomery Road, Kenwood; 454 Ohio Pike, Beechmont; 3657 Stone Creek Blvd., Colerain; 9275 Governors Way, Fields Ertel; 7562 Bales

Ten Thousand Villages

is nonpro t shop features ethically sourced fairtrade goods from around the world, all made by artisans in underserved communities. You’ll nd handmade personal care items like vegan soaps and woodblock-printed robes as well as a wide selection of home goods and decor, from hand-woven pillow covers and rugs to ceramic sake sets and recycled iron wind chimes. A self-described “global makerto-market movement,” each purchase celebrates sustainability and directly supports artisans and their communities.

2011 Madison Road, O’Bryonville; 11316 Montgomery Road, Harper’s Point, tenthousandvillages.com.

The Village Junction

Located in Montgomery, the Village Junction is a locally owned shop lled with a curated collection of thoughtful items, including apparel, bags, candles, home decor and more. is welcoming shop is the ideal spot to stop, especially if you’re unsure what gifts to get. “Our number one focus is our customers,” says owner Lisa Tepe. “ e Village Junction is a small woman-owned business, and we thrive because of our loyal customers. We assist customers with picking the perfect gift or out t that makes them feel con dent.”

10827 Montgomery Road, Montgomery, villagejunctioncincinnati.com.

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St., Liberty Township; 454 Ohio Pike, Beechmont; 35 E Main St. Lebanon, roseandremington.com.

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Clockwise from top: Ten Thousand Villages, Queen City Alchemy, Queen City Comic & Card Company

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ARTS & CULTURE

TikTok and the City

expecting their rst child, just a few months after she was laid o from her corporate job and decided to make content full-time in July 2022. is was a change she had considered since March of this year.

“For me, I rst considered going full-time back in March this year when I had one month of blog income that surpassed the income I had with my day job,” she wrote on her blog She Laughs in Sept. 2022. “I quickly ignored that thought in my head because while I was reaching some smaller goals with my business, those ‘good months’ as I call them were still too sporadic. At the time the idea of holding onto predictable income seemed like the smart thing to do.”

e decision was made for her when she was laid o .

“I knew this was the sign I needed to go full-time,” she wrote. “I had hoped to have a more stable nancial picture, but the past few months of planning and strategizing campaigns and other projects has me signi cantly more hopeful for our future.”

Now, as an expecting mother, Killian is clear about how that might change her content and platform.

“I want to share cute little family moments here or there, but I’m against family vlogging,” she says.

Family vlogging, in which social media in uencers lm and share details about their partner and children, increasingly has been seen as controversial, Killian notes.

BY BRYN DIPPOLD

Cincinnati resident and TikTok in uencer Adelia Killian aims to change the plus-size in uencer industry.

BY BRYN DIPPOLD

Adelia Killian’s marketing instincts kicked in early.

At the age of 10, Killian, whose birth name was Lauren, knew that her middle name, Adelia, t her better. At the age of 18, she o cially changed her name to Adelia.

“Adelia always felt more ‘me,’” she says. “In school, I was never the only Lauren and I always loved how unique Adelia is. I quickly attached my identity to it.”

Now the 25-year-old in uencer and Cincinnatian has made her name her brand, known as “AdeliaLaughs” on Instagram and TikTok.

On Instagram, Killian posts about plus-sized fashion and her personal life – with the streets of Cincinnati and her bright,airy apartment as the backdrop – to more than 15,600 followers. Her TikTok audience of almost 200,000 followers receives similar content, including videos about “romanticizing” the Midwest, how to dress trendy at any size and content for expectant mothers.

“I love variety,” Killian says. “I never want to pigeonhole myself into just one area of content.”

Before Killian’s career moved to

TikTok and Instagram, she started a blog called “She Laughs” in January 2018 while attending Miami University in Oxford. e blog, which Killian still runs, is about lifestyle, health, beauty and fashion.

At Miami, she was on the pre-med track and majored in philosophy and French, but after about a year of run ning her blog, Killian decided to go a di erent route. She got a corporate job in in uencer marketing after graduating in 2019, one that she says particularly prepared her to become an in uencer.

“If you’re not going viral, if you’re not developing a brand or platform early, then it might not happen,” Killian says.

When Killian rebooted her TikTok in May 2021, she had planned videos and a strategy of building her brand. Just a month later, her TikTok about wearing whatever you want at any size went viral.

“I feel like everyone’s story these days sounds like this, but basically, I blew up on TikTok one time and then everything changed,” Killian says.

Being online does come with its downsides, though – especially as a plus-size content creator. ough Killian has received negative and

bullying comments about her body, she says that she is able to deal with it because of an eating disorder when she was young.

“I recovered at a very young age, so with that I had zero tolerance with body shaming,” Killian says. “I was going through puberty already fed up with diet culture, with fat shaming and anything of the sort. When I rst launched my website and my brand, I wanted it to be less about lifestyle and a lot more about positivity, about growth and about con dence. I wanted to be the ‘inspo-Pinterest-girly’ for bigger people.”

ough Killian feels con dent with her body and her image, there are some things she wishes she would have been clearer about when she rst gained a following on TikTok.

“For me, as a creator, I wish I was much more comfortable and open about fatphobia and other struggles of being in a bigger body,” she says. “I wish I was more open in the beginning or more ready to take down the bullshit, if you will.”

Killian and her husband, Connor, recently announced that they’re

Family vlogging, in which social media in uencers lm and share details about their partner and children, increasingly has been seen as controversial, Killian notes.

e in uencer knows that “small details can cause massive problems,” such as a picture of her child wearing a school insignia, a street sign in the background or even sharing her child’s favorite color. “A person could go up to my child and pretend they know me and know them because they know these little details,” Killian says.

e privacy and safety of her child is of utmost importance to Killian.

Killian says her child will get to decide whether or not they want to be in videos when they’re 14 years old. Until then, she says she will continue to share the types of content that has gotten her to where she is now.

Killian says she wants two things to come across to TikTok users who nd her while casually scrolling.

“One, I want people to understand that insecurity is a waste of time. Two, I want people to leave with a nugget of wisdom around personal style and fashion,” Killian says. “I want to instill con dence. And I want to encourage people to look at themselves and appreciate themselves for who they are.”

Learn more about Adelia Killian on Instagram and TikTok by searching for @adelialaughs. Info: adelialaughs.com.

Learn more about Adelia Killian on Instagram and TikTok by searching for @adelialaughs.

Info: adelialaughs.com.

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Adelia Killian hopes that her content inspires others to feel comfortable in their own skin. PHOTO: ADELIA KILLIAN Cincinnati resident and TikTok in uencer Adelia Killian aims to change the plus-size in uencer industry.

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A New Exhibit at Hebrew Union College’s Skirball Museum Explores the Legacy of Cincinnati’s Jewish Community

Qumran Jar and Lid

Palestine, 100 BCE—100 CE

Qumran

A New Exhibit at Hebrew Union College’s Skirball Museum Explores the Legacy of Cincinnati’s Jewish Community

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Pottery, jar: h. 24 x dia. 16 in.; lid: h. 8 x dia. 10 in.

Oil Lamp

Canaanite from Sinijil, Middle Bronze Age 1, 2400-2000 BCE Clay

Cincinnati Skirball Museum, HUC 5902.

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As for art, Schwartz points to a marble bust of Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise from 1903 as a collection highlight.

“You can’t overstate Wise’s impact on American Judaism,” Schwartz tells CityBeat. “He gave birth to the Reform movement, founded Hebrew Union College, built the Plum Street Temple, and founded the Central Conference of American Rabbis.”

synagogues in Cincinnati and Kentucky as well as their members and descen dants of past members.”

Wolf’s tireless search uncovered forgotten photographs, occasionally with assistance from serendipity.

“I was researching the West Side Sephardic synagogue Beth Sholom and came across an uncommon last name, Ouziel, which happened to be the last name of someone I went to high school with.”

Cincinnati Skirball Museum, gift of Jack and Audrey Skirball, a/869A-B.

Palestine, 100 BCE—100 CE Pottery, jar: h. 24 x dia. 16 in.; lid: h. 8 x dia. 10 in. Cincinnati

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Memory is a big deal in Judaism. Zakhor—the Hebrew imperative mean ing “remember”—appears upwards of 200 times in the rst ve books of the Hebrew Bible.

e exhortation has served Jews well. Over a millennia of diasporic dispersal, the Jewish people remained a people precisely by virtue of heeding the calls to remember commandments, tradi tions and holidays. Institutions played a central role in preserving memory, continuing to facilitate remembrance to this day.

Hebrew Union College’s Skirball Museum in Cincinnati’s CUF neigh borhood is one such bastion of Jewish memory. Its collection spans a broad swath of Jewish history, encompassing both art and archaeology. Among its historical artifacts are archaic oil lamps dating back thousands of years to the

Middle Bronze Age.

A new exhibition at the Skirball is an exercise in remembrance. Jewish Cincin nati: A Photographic Record presents 36 works by artist J. Miles Wolf that merge architectural photography and archival images into collaged aides-mémoire that document Cincinnati’s illustrious Jewish past and the traces that have survived into the present.

e Skirball Museum’s collection contains several Jewish artifacts, like an unassuming two-foot-tall pottery vessel. When discovered in 1947, this Qumran jar—named after the site on the western bank of the Dead Sea—contained seven scrolls representing some of the earliest surviving manuscripts of the Bible. “ e Dead Sea Scrolls o er unparalleled insight into ancient Jewish life,” explains Abby Schwartz, director of the Skirball. “And the Qumran jar is a tangible con nection to these communities.”

e signi cance of the bust, crafted by Jewish sculptor Moses Jacob Eze kiel, goes beyond its subject. It also is believed to be the rst three-dimen sional image of a rabbi in art history. Exodus 20:4-6 pronounces, “You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below.” roughout Jewish history, this prohibition has been observed with varying degrees of exactitude; but such a lifelike bust is the nal frontier of graven images.

e works in the Jewish Cincinnati exhibition are acts of artistic reclama tion, with sepia photos of places and faces superimposed atop present-day locations. Where the buildings and their environs have survived in their original condition, the combination of past and present is seamless. In other cases, the juxtaposition is as jarring as shrimp at a seder. Eighteen of the works, which focus on houses of worship, were displayed at the Skirball as part of the 2018 FotoFocus Biennial, according to Schwartz.

e enthusiastic reception of the rst exhibition convinced Wolf to continue his research.

“Searching for old photographs is like a treasure hunt,” Wolf says. “I’ve looked in dozens of places: the American Jewish Archives, the Museum Center’s Cincinnati History Library and Archive,

“I was researching the West Side Sephardic synagogue Beth Sholom and came across an uncommon last name, Ouziel, which happened to be the last name of someone I went to high school with.”

e schoolmate provided photos and put Wolf in contact with the widow of Beth Shalom’s former rabbi who, in turn, had photographs of her husband as well as his grandfather, Rabbi Jeruzalmi of Turkey. e two rabbis and a family photo with Albert Ouziel as a ve-year old boy are featured in the work of art entitled “Beth Sholom, Price Hill, Cincinnati 1933-1992.” Wolf used an archival photograph of the synagogue itself, which has been converted to a Hispanic church with the Star of David removed and the name of the building covered up.

Many of the 18 new images in Jewish Cincinnati: A Photographic Record at the Skirball Museum focus on Jew ish contributions to culture and their role in Cincinnati’s industrial golden age. “Many people recognize the name ‘Manischewitz’ as a giant of the kosher foods industry,” explains Wolf. “But most people don’t realize that the company got its start in Cincinnati and was active here for 100 years.” For millennia, matzo was handmade and consumed locally. Even with the emergence of mass production in the food industry, the meticulousness of the laws of kashrut kept matzo a small batch product.

Rabbi Dov Behr Manischewitz’s innovation was to produce matzo with a

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Jar and Lid Skirball Museum, gift of Jack and Audrey Skirball, a/869A-B. PHOTO: PROVIDED PHOTO: PROVIDED BY CINCINNATI SKIRBALL MUSEUM PHOTO:

Moses Jacob Ezekiel (Richmond, VA 1844–1917 Rome, Italy)

Carrara marble, 1903

Moses

Cincinnati Skirball Museum, gift of Isaac Mayer Wise heirs, 67.123.

Carrara marble, 1903

Cincinnati

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process involving three machines—one to knead the dough, one to roll it, and one to re it—ensuring strict adherence to kosher standards. us Manischewitz became the rst company to sell rabbini cally-approved kosher foods nationally and internationally.

Also represented is Lipman Pike, the rst professional Jewish baseball player. “Pike was known for his power and speed on the baseball diamond,” says Wolf. He was powerful enough to lead the league in home runs for four seasons and fast enough to have beaten a horse in a 100-yard sprint, according to a biog raphy of Pike by the Society for Ameri can Baseball Research. Pike served a brief stint with the Cincinnati Reds in the late 1870s as center elder and de facto manager.

In addition to his subjects’ compelling historical backgrounds, the aesthetic e ect of Wolf’s photographs is enhanced by subtle artistic decisions, says

Schwartz. He sets most of his images against a twilight sky. e transitional state between day and night enhances the dreamlike e ect of merging the past and the present. Wolf’s deliberately slow shutter speed captures the headlights and taillights of passing cars as neon streaks. “ ese streaks of light are visual izations of the passage of time,” explains Wolf.

“ is exhibition drives home the point that Jews have been a part of Cincin nati’s fabric since the very beginning,” says Schwartz. “It’s not about patting ourselves on the back. Every immigrant community has done extraordinary things in our city. Jewish Cincinnati is a reminder of that shared experience.”

Jewish Cincinnati: A Photographic Record runs through Jan. 29 at Hebrew Union College’s Skirball Museum, 3101 Clifton Ave., Clifton. Info: csm.huc.edu.

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Portrait Bust of Isaac Mayer Wise Jacob Ezekiel (Richmond, VA 1844–1917 Rome, Italy) Skirball Museum, gift of Isaac Mayer Wise heirs, 67.123. PHOTO: PROVIDED BY CINCINNATI SKIRBALL MUSEUM Portrait Bust of Isaac Mayer Wise PHOTO:

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A Timeless Town

CULTURE

CULTURE A Timeless Town

Our Town is every town in Xavier University’s latest production.

PREVIEW BY RICK PENDER PREVIEW BY RICK PENDER

In 1938, playwright ornton Wilder’s Our Town won the Pulitzer Prize for drama. Staged simply with almost no scenery but featuring a stage manager as a kindly narrator, gently guiding audiences through the action, it’s about the daily lives of two families as their children fall in love, marry and eventually die.

e story is set in Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, in the rst decade of the 20th century. But Wilder’s themes had a universality that continues to ring true today.

Nevertheless, one might ask if it’s a play that can advance the education of Xavier’s theater majors.

Stephen Skiles, director of Xavier’s theater program, tells CityBeat that Our Town’s themes are a good t with several campus organizations presenting “Spirituality and the Arts” events this fall. One of those will be a talk-back after an Our Town performance.

“We all go back to the pandemic,” Skiles points out. “ ere was so much loss, not only of life, but of time and connection and relationships. Our Town was in the back of my mind as I considered shows for this year. I read it one afternoon and before I knew it, I was crying. I was incredibly moved. It has a hopeful yet realistic side to it

when it deals with some of these issues.”

but all the towns and locales where it’s produced.

Rossini says he wants to nd ways to incorporate Xavier’s theater department into the design of the show.

“We’re not going to change any words,” Rossini says. “We’re not going to alter the text to make it seem like conceptually we’re in a section of Cincinnati in the middle of campus. But I want the actors to think about their experiences in the world right now.”

He says to do that, a set piece from a recent production might be leaning against a wall.

“Is there something that feels like what happened last year at Xavier?”

Rossini wonders. “Rather than making Grover’s Corners new, what do we have in our possession that can tell the ‘our town’ of the story – the ‘Xavier town’?”

Rossini agrees with Skiles that Wilder’s play addresses issues that come up in everyday small town life.

“I really want the students to think about the ways that global issues a ect them, personal issues, political issues. What does it mean to fall in love and get married and lose your wife at such a young age?” Rossini says. “Even if you’re doing a period piece – say, Romeo and Juliet – it still has to be about right now.

He cites a speech by a young woman about how we too often miss out on the beauties of life.

when it deals with some of these issues.”

Hallmark original-movie’ kind of thing. It’s grounded emotionally in a realistic space.”

“[ ings that are] right in front of us.

He cites a speech by a young woman about how we too often miss out on the beauties of life.

at feels like a really important message for our students,” Skiles says. “It’s often in my mind – this story and these people. e simplicity of this story and these people — there’s a reason this play has stuck around. I really wanted students to participate in this story.”

“[ ings that are] right in front of us. at feels like a really important message for our students,” Skiles says. “It’s often in my mind – this story and these people. e simplicity of this story and these people — there’s a reason this play has stuck around. I really wanted students to participate in this story.”

Skiles sought out Aaron Rossini, a professional director and founder of New York City’s Fault Line eatre, to stage Our Town. At rst glance, Rossini — a graduate of Miami University — might seem an unusual choice, since his theater focuses on new plays. But Xavier has bene ted from Rossini and others from Fault Line who have come to campus to workshop new scripts, sometimes taking them to full productions.

“What is so compelling about Our Town is that its ubiquity is well earned. It connects simply and directly to American audiences,” Rossini tells CityBeat. “It does that ne dance between being saccharine and appropriately self-re ective and nostalgic. Our Town goes right up to the edge but never gets into the ‘Lifetime [or]

Rossini has developed new plays while working with Xavier theater students, but this time around, Skiles suggested Our Town

“I’m never going to do this play in my theater company. We are proud to do new plays, and it is meaningful to do that. But boy, oh, boy, do I love that show!” Rossini recalls thinking then. “We wanted to do something that would give students a lot of opportunities.” e size of the production’s cast provided some inspiration to Rossini, as well.

“Our Town has a big cast. When Stephen put that on the list, it lit up for me, because it’s not something I would normally give myself the opportunity to work on,” Rossini says. “It’s been a very long time since I’ve worked on a play where the writer was not sitting next to me.”

Asked what he’s doing to bring Our Town’s story out of a New England town and into the present at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Rossini says he envisions telling “the story of today using Wilder’s words from the past.” He says the play’s title implies not just the speci c New Hampshire setting,

“Wilder has given us a very loose container to ll with the contemporary world. at’s what I want to focus on and that’s how I’ve interpreted the lines,” he continues.

Staging shows within a college theater program is also about training young actors. Rossini says his goal is to teach students to rehearse a play with positive results.

“I want them to bring tools they’ve learned like script analysis, acting and movement into our rehearsals and make bold and brave choices that are based in what the author has o ered in his text, so they can tell the story in a way that’s clear and theatrical and fun and repeatable,” Rossini says. “I treat the students as professionals and show them how to successfully rehearse a play.”

Our Town is a powerful vehicle to teach these lessons. Xavier’s cast of 15 young actors will gain meaningful experience while working on one of the great American plays. at’s what theater education is all about.

Xavier University will present Our Town Nov. 18-20 at the Gallagher Student Center eatre, 3800 Victory Pkwy., Evanston. Info: xavier.edu/theatre-program.

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Casey Johnson as George and Mia Helbig as Emily in Our Town. PHOTO:MAC MCDERMOTT Our Town is every town in Xavier University’s latest production. Casey Johnson as George and Mia Helbig as Emily in Our Town. PHOTO:MAC MCDERMOTT

FOOD & DRINK

Noshing on Nostalgia Milkman gives burgers and shakes an elevated twist in Over-the-Rhine.

Noshing on Nostalgia Milkman

gives burgers and shakes an elevated twist in Over-the-Rhine.

BY KELSEY GRAHAM BY KELSEY GRAHAM

Like many restaurants, Revolution Rotisserie in Over-the-Rhine closed its doors in March 2021 due to the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Luckily, owner Nick Pesola of Pesola Hospitality Group already had an idea for a new concept to be housed in Revolution Rotisserie’s location upon its closure.

It just was going to take some revisions.

“Our owner Nick Pesola told us that he woke up one day and he just had the idea for the name,” says Raychel Schork, the marketing coordinator at Pesola Hospitality Group who helped oversee the design for the new space and manages their social media accounts. “We already knew what concept we wanted to do with the burgers, boozy milkshakes and stu like that. And he kind of woke up one day, and the idea just popped in his head.”

Schork says that after some research, Pesola found the name was available to use, so they moved full steam ahead to make Milkman a reality.

Milkman opened its doors on Sept. 6, almost unrecognizable compared to what the space looked like before.

Revolution Rotisserie would come back to Milkman and be shocked by how di erent the space is because it was completely gutted and redone,” Schork tells CityBeat

Revolution Rotisserie would come back to Milkman and be shocked by how di erent the space is because it was completely gutted and redone,” Schork tells CityBeat e renovated space embraces Milkman’s mix of new and old-school styles with a cheeky and fun atmosphere. Walking in, diners will notice the restaurant’s overall modern design. Upon a closer look, though, there are relics from the past, like old pictures of Cincinnati, vintage Coca-Cola items and an antique shelf decorated with a vintage Pillsbury Doughboy gurine and a bust of Elvis Presley. e playlist also plays a central role to the feel of the restaurant and is updated every week with charttopping tunes by Harry Styles and Billie Eilish mixed with classic hits by Presley.

e renovated space embraces Milkman’s mix of new and old-school styles with a cheeky and fun atmosphere. Walking in, diners will notice the restaurant’s overall modern design. Upon a closer look, though, there are relics from the past, like old pictures of Cincinnati, vintage Coca-Cola items and an antique shelf decorated with a vintage Pillsbury Doughboy gurine and a bust of Elvis Presley. e playlist also plays a central role to the feel of the restaurant and is updated every week with charttopping tunes by Harry Styles and Billie Eilish mixed with classic hits by Presley.

“What I wanted to go for was having the feel or vibe of a classic ‘50s diner but something that you would see today,” Schork says.

Milkman opened its doors on Sept. 6, almost unrecognizable compared to what the space looked like before.

“A lot of people who were fans of the

e simple yet robust menu features diner favorites like smash-style burgers and fries along with classic dishes with a spin such as boozy milkshakes and a bacon-wrapped hot dog. Associate director Kelly Shaw helped develop the menu and worked with the sta on training and preparation to make fresh

and new options.

“We wanted to have the basics but also an elevated version of the basics so you can try something that maybe you haven’t at another place,” Schork says, mentioning Milkman’s spicy burger

featuring jalapeno cream cheese or the chili burger smothered in Cincinnatistyle chili with all the xings.

Along with the mouthwatering burgers available in premade and DIY options, Milkman visitors also will nd

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The restaurant’s mix of new and old-school styles makes for a cheeky, fun environment. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MILKMAN Milkman is housed in Revolution Rotisserie’s old location. PHOTOS: COURTESY OF MILKMAN The restaurant’s mix of new and old-school styles makes for a cheeky, fun environment. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MILKMAN COURTESY OF MILKMAN

crispy fried chicken sandwiches and nuggets – two of Schork’s favorite items on the menu.

“ ey’re super basic but so good,” she says. “ ey’re just so juicy and crispy, and I’m not just saying that because I work for the restaurant – they’re actually that good.”

Schork also notes Milkman’s eight dipping sauces, including a zesty fry sauce, a housemade herb mayo and a tasty barbecue sauce that she says goes well with almost everything on the menu.

Vegetarians and vegans will nd multiple options, with tofu nuggets and burgers that can replace any beef burger option. Schork says Milkman teamed up with local soy sauce and condiment company CinSoy to create a delicious tofu recipe that even carnivores may crave.

“It’s a classic tofu, but it’s so crispy and delicious. It tastes like fried chicken, and you get that crunch,” Schork says.

Schork also works with the bartenders – called “dairy bartenders” in house – to make and develop recipes.

“ ey’re really passionate about making the shakes because it’s fun, and it’s something kind of di erent because that job doesn’t really exist right now,” Schork says.

e team plans to develop seasonal milkshakes with recipes crafted by the dairy bartenders, which ultimately will become their own project.

“We make sure our sta is incorporated in our new creations just because we want everyone to be a part of the fun,” Schork says.

Milkman also features boozy milkshakes that come in avors from a co ee-forward espresso martini to a PB & Jameson shake mixed with Irish whiskey, peanut butter and cocoa. e dairy bartenders can make all boozy

and non-alcoholic milkshakes dairyfree, too, including the latest seasonal avor, pumpkin spice.

e restaurant also has boozy slushies (these can’t be made without alcohol) with avors like Strawberry Frose, Coke Old Fashioned and Vito’s Italian Slush, a nod to the owner’s Chicago roots.

Kids can enjoy fun treats such as the regular chocolate, vanilla and strawberry milkshakes or a Milkman sundae topped with chocolate, sprinkles and crushed peanuts. ere’s also creamy chocolate, vanilla or twist soft serve.

Schork says that so far, the Milkman team has been surprised and thankful for the positive response and excitement for the new spot.

“ ings have been going really well,” she says. “It exceeded our expectations with how many people were coming even during the week.”

And while Schork admits Milkman is experiencing a lot of the same di culties other restaurants are, such as being short-sta ed, the people currently on the team have made all the di erence.

“We have some core people that have worked with us since the beginning that are just so awesome, so we’re just so thankful for our sta ,” Schork says.

“ ey work really hard.”

“We have some core people that have worked with us since the beginning that are just so awesome, so we’re just so thankful for our sta ,” Schork says. “ ey work really hard.”

Apart from the delicious food, Schork says she enjoys that the restaurant is a welcoming space for everyone to gather. Whether it’s families going out for a Friday night dinner, a couple meeting up for a date, people chatting over a business lunch or students stopping by for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up after school, all are welcome at Milkman, she says.

“Ultimately, our goal is just to be fun and for everyone,” Schork says. “It’s a really great place, and we’re happy to be in OTR and the community.”

Milkman, 1106 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. Info: milkmanbar.com.

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Milkman boasts classic diner staples alongside menu items like tofu nuggets and boozy milkshakes. PHOTO: Milkman boasts classic diner staples alongside menu items like tofu nuggets and boozy milkshakes. PHOTO: COURTESY OF MILKMAN

25 Iconic Cincinnati Restaurants That Will Impress Your Out-of-Town Guests This Holiday Season

BY CITYBEAT STAFF TABLE TALK

25 Iconic Cincinnati Restaurants That Will Impress Your Out-of-Town Guests This Holiday Season

BY CITYBEAT STAFF TABLE TALK

For many people, winter means having a urry of visitors and drop-ins. It’s the perfect time to show what Cincinnati has to o er and why this is such a great place to live. Naturally, part of that entertainment involves food. ere may be no better way for loved ones to experience the Queen City than through its food and drink scene.

Below, check out some of Greater Cincinnati’s most iconic restaurants and bars that will leave family and friends asking, “When can we come back?”

Alabama Que

2733 Short Vine St., Corryville

Alabama Que

Arnold’s Bar & Grill

210 E. 8th St., Downtown

210 E. 8th St., Downtown Arnold’s Bar & Grill in Downtown is one of the oldest continuously operat ing drinking spots in the country and the oldest in Cincinnati, having opened in 1861 in the same room where you enter today. It also boasts the infamous Arnold’s bathtub, reportedly used to make bootleg gin during Prohibition. ere is even a rumor that this bar is lled with spirits – both the alcoholic and dead-people kind.

Arnold’s Bar & Grill in Downtown is one of the oldest continuously operat ing drinking spots in the country and the oldest in Cincinnati, having opened in 1861 in the same room where you enter today. It also boasts the infamous Arnold’s bathtub, reportedly used to make bootleg gin during Prohibition. ere is even a rumor that this bar is lled with spirits – both the alcoholic and dead-people kind.

Camp Washington Chili

3005 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington

2733 Short Vine St., Corryville

Alabama Que was founded by Dwan Ward in 2008, a veteran of the U.S. Navy and former University of Cincinnati football player. An Alabama native, Ward’s restaurant oozes Southern charm, and a food truck was added to the business to keep up with growing demand. Some meat options include smoked chicken, beef ribs, smoked salmon and the business’s famous turkey tips.

3005 Colerain Ave., Camp Washington Named one of the “10 Best Restaurants in Cincinnati” by USA Today, there’s no question as to why Camp Washington Chili has been operating since 1940. In addition to the amazing chili, the menu also includes burgers, grilled chicken, hot dogs, fries, coleslaw and salad –something for everyone.

Named one of the “10 Best Restaurants in Cincinnati” by USA Today, there’s no question as to why Camp Washington Chili has been operating since 1940. In addition to the amazing chili, the menu also includes burgers, grilled chicken, hot dogs, fries, coleslaw and salad –something for everyone.

Dee Felice Cafe 529 Main St., Covington

Dee Felice Cafe

it after himself. e cafe combines old-fashioned New Orleans decor with a menu featuring some classic Big Easy and Southern-style favorites like shrimp po’boys, jambalaya, hot slaw and étou ée. e restaurant also hosts some of the best live jazz in the area.

529 Main St., Covington

In 1984, jazz musician Dee Felice opened a cafe in Covington and named

Frisch’s Mainliner 5760 Wooster Pike, Fairfax

Big Boy sandwiches. All-day breakfast. Warm bowls of chili and soup. Frisch’s Big Boy Mainliner opened in 1939, when founder David Frisch launched Cincinnati’s rst year-round drive-in, which could hold up to 60 cars. Now the regional diner chain is an iconic stop for Queen City residents. e famous menu still carries on today — with additions — and o ers up both

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A trip to Cincinnati would be incomplete without a stop at Camp Washington Chili. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER Indulge in omelets, waffles, piled-high sandwiches and more at Sugar ‘N Spice Diner. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER AND SAVANA WILLHOITE A trip to Cincinnati would be incomplete without a stop at Camp Washington Chili. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER Indulge in omelets, waffles, piled-high sandwiches and more at Sugar ‘N Spice Diner. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER AND SAVANA WILLHOITE

Graeter’s Ice Cream

Multiple locations

Graeter’s Ice Cream

e Golden Lamb

S. Broadway St., Lebanon

e Golden Lamb

Reuben, Izzy’s claims to have the world’s best. Izzy’s famous corned beef is piled high on rye bread and topped with melted swiss cheese, sauerkraut and secret dressing. e menu also has a variety of other sandwiches, includ ing the now-permanent Codfather sh sandwich. You also won’t want to miss out on the award-winning potato pancakes.

Lake Nina Restaurant & Tavern

7200 Pippin Rd., North College Hill

Lake Nina Restaurant & Tavern

with wood paneling, vinyl tablecloths and multiple replaces, and the menu re ects that, too. e tavern is known for its herbed secret-recipe fried chicken, available daily. In 2021, Micro soft News named Greyhound Tavern as Kentucky’s most legendary restaurant.

Herb & elma’s Tavern

718 W. Pike St., Covington

Originally opened in 1939 as Heine’s Café, the small drop-ceilinged din ing room at Herb & elma’s Tavern is what some may call a “hole in the wall,” but good food is good food in any atmosphere. Herb & elma’s incred ibly friendly sta serves up simple but delectable made-to-order burgers. e specialty is a juicy meat patty topped with cheese, onions and pickles. A short list of sides includes chili, soup or chips.

7200 Pippin Rd., North College Hill

Lake Nina Restaurant & Tavern is a seafood spot that has been in business for about 60 years. Famous for its fried sh log, Lake Nina also o ers a variety of other non-seafood options like fried chicken, frog legs, burgers and doubledeckers. is treasure, located next to an actual lake, has been a place to cre ate memories with the fam for decades.

LaRosa’s Multiple locations

LaRosa’s

Multiple locations

Buddy LaRosa started his pizzeria in 1954 with only $400 and his Aunt Dena’s pizza recipe. Now, LaRosa’s is arguably the best-known pizza chain in Cincinnati. Branching out beyond the ‘za, LaRosa’s 65 restaurants across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana also serve calzones, hoagies, pasta dishes and salads. For dessert, try the smashed cannoli.

Maury’s Tiny Cove Steak House

3908 Harrison Ave., Cheviot

Maury’s Tiny Cove

Steak House

e oldest restaurant in Ohio, the Golden Lamb has been a community gathering spot since it was opened in 1803. In its nearly 220-year his tory as a restaurant and hotel, the Golden Lamb has played host to 12 U.S. presidents and other famous gures. From its historic dining menu, you can order the Golden Lamb roast turkey dinner or a braised lamb shank, among other items, or opt for the more modern burgers and sandwiches. e attached Black Horse Tavern is more casual and serves the same menu as well as specialty cocktails.

27 S. Broadway St., Lebanon

Multiple locations

Graeter’s is famous for its French pot ice cream, especially the kinds that come with giant chocolate chunks. To make these, ice cream artisans pour gourmet chocolate over churn ing cream. It forms a shell that is then broken apart. e most iconic Graeter’s avor is the Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip, a bestseller that is made with black raspberries from Oregon’s Wil lamette Valley.

Greyhound Tavern

2500 Dixie Hwy., Fort Mitchell

Greyhound Tavern

Herb & elma’s Tavern 718 W. Pike St., Covington Originally opened in 1939 as Heine’s Café, the small drop-ceilinged din ing room at Herb & elma’s Tavern is what some may call a “hole in the wall,” but good food is good food in any atmosphere. Herb & elma’s incred ibly friendly sta serves up simple but delectable made-to-order burgers. e specialty is a juicy meat patty topped with cheese, onions and pickles. A short list of sides includes chili, soup or chips.

Holtman’s Donut Shop

Multiple

locations

Holtman’s Donut Shop

Holtman’s will give you a reason to crawl out of bed on a weekend morn ing. e Loveland-based operation now has multiple locations that serve aky, melt-in-your-mouth donuts. Lines for the pastries often wrap out side the door and with good reason: the bakery has an array of options to suit any craving, from classic glazed to maple to vanilla-icing dusted with Fruity Pebbles.

3908 Harrison Ave., Cheviot

Maury’s has been packed full of avor and a West Side tradition since 1949.

e dimly lit supper-club vibe will have you feeling like a regular on your rst visit. e extensive menu consists of all the classic steakhouse options: tender, juicy steaks, seafood and chicken cooked just right, plus pasta, and a perfect martini. Ask for the Carol booth — the restaurant appears in the locally lmed, Oscar-nominated movie star ring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara — or take a photo with the Maury’s sign, featuring a kitschy cartoon steer holding a cocktail.

e Greyhound Tavern has o ered down-home comfort food to North ern Kentuckians since the 1920s. e atmosphere is pleasantly country- ed,

2500 Dixie Hwy., Fort Mitchell

e Greyhound Tavern has o ered down-home comfort food to North ern Kentuckians since the 1920s. e atmosphere is pleasantly country- ed,

Multiple locations Holtman’s will give you a reason to crawl out of bed on a weekend morn ing. e Loveland-based operation now has multiple locations that serve aky, melt-in-your-mouth donuts. Lines for the pastries often wrap out side the door and with good reason: the bakery has an array of options to suit any craving, from classic glazed to maple to vanilla-icing dusted with Fruity Pebbles.

Izzy’s

Multiple locations

Izzy’s

If you’re on the hunt for a good

Multiple locations If you’re on the hunt for a good

Montgomery Inn 9440 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery; Montgomery Inn Boathouse, 925 River side Dr., Downtown Montgomery Inn and its ribs have been a staple in Cincinnati since 1951. Secret-recipe, sweet and tangy allnatural barbecue sauce from founder Ted Gregory’s wife Matula dresses the hand-spiced, slow-roasted and custom-broiled ribs and is featured

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nostalgic memories and classic grub. Owner Dave Frisch opened the Mainliner in 1939 as Cincinnati’s rst year-round drive-in theater. PHOTO: CATIE VIOX Visit Maury’s Tiny Cove Steak House for that dimly lit supper-club vibe. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER nostalgic memories and classic grub. Owner Dave Frisch opened the Mainliner in 1939 as Cincinnati’s rst year-round drive-in theater. PHOTO: CATIE VIOX Visit Maury’s Tiny Cove Steak House for that dimly lit supper-club vibe. PHOTO: HAILEY BOLLINGER

on everything from barbecue spring chicken and pork chops to Saratoga chips.

Mt. Adams Bar and Grill

938 Hatch St., Mount Adams

Opened during the prohibition era in 1919, Mt. Adams Bar and Grill’s roots are thought to tie back to a speakeasy owned by infamous Cincinnati boot legger George Remus. It became the rst bar and grill in Ohio to receive its liquor license in 1933. ough known for its whiskey, the bar also o ers a varied menu that includes hearty burgers, soups and appetizers like fried jalapeño ravioli.

Orchids at Palm Court

35 W. 5th St., Downtown

If you want to take your guests some where swanky, look no further than Orchids at Palm Court in the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. is gorgeous Art Deco-style restaurant serves New American cuisine and is the only restaurant in Ohio with an AAA 5 Diamond rating. e menu features classics like salmon, spaghetti and meatballs and a 24-hour at iron steak, as well as sandwiches and the restau rant’s notable Netherland Burger.

Pompilios

600 Washington Ave., Newport Pompilios is best known for serving up classic red-sauce Italian dishes like lasagna, manicotti and veal since 1933, but it also has another claim to fame: It’s been featured in movies, includ ing that toothpick scene in Rain Man and ‘90s rollerblading lm Airborne Founder Colonel Pompilio also was the rst to secure a liquor license in Kentucky after Prohibition ended, and it now boasts an extensive bourbon list.

e Precinct

311 Delta Ave., Columbia Tusculum e Precinct, named after the Roman esque-style former police precinct it’s housed in, opened in 1981 and was the rst in a long line of Je Ruby’s steakhouses. e space is intimate and elegant, o ering excellent service and a menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood and a generous wine selection.

Scotti’s Italian Eatery

919 Vine St., Downtown Family-owned since 1912, Scotti’s is a Queen City staple. e large menu fea tures just about every pasta imaginable along with nearly 20 di erent varieties of veal dishes. And don’t skip the wine: there’s an expansive list of reds and whites. e interior o ers a cozy, warm ambiance with multi-colored tiles on the walls, Chianti bottle candles and romantic lighting characteristic of the best Italian restaurants.

Skyline Chili

Multiple locations

Skyline has been one of the pioneers of Cincinnati chili since opening in 1949. Founded by Greek immigrants, the chili parlor pours the Queen City staple over spaghetti or hot dogs and tops it with a mound of cheese, oyster crack ers and — depending on your taste preference — onions and beans. Also available are chili burritos, fries and vegetarian chili, which is made with black beans and rice.

Sugar n’ Spice Diner

4381 Reading Rd., Paddock Hills; 1203 Sycamore St., Over-the-Rhine

Open since 1941, Sugar n’ Spice’s origi nal pink Paddock Hills diner is known for its fun atmosphere and being a comfortable and family-friendly place to eat. Favorite menu items include the “wispy thin” pancakes and giant omelets. Lines at the petite original can be long, but there’s also a second, larger location in Over-the-Rhine. And at the end of the meal, don’t forget to ask for a rubber duck.

Tousey House Tavern

5963 N Je erson St. #9596, Burlington

Tousey House has all the Southern comforts you crave, o ering a large menu featuring brunch, lunch and din ner items. A few popular dishes include the fried green tomatoes, chicken and wa es and Southern eggs benedict, plus the restaurant o ers bourbon ights. Tousey House is located inside of a historic building that dates back to 1822.

Walt’s Hitching Post

3300 Madison Pike, Fort Wright

Named partly for the restaurant’s original owner Walt Ballanger and partly for the metal posts outside where restaurant-goers once hitched up their horses, Walt’s has been serving its legendary ribs smothered in its secret sauce since 1942. e restaurant main tains the building’s rich history as an early 20th Century hunting lodge, with the exposed log wall in the main dining area that’s original to the building. In addition to the ribs, Walt’s also prides itself on its line of mouth-watering steaks and extensive list of bourbon, scotch, beer and craft cocktails.

Zip’s Cafe

1036 Delta Ave., Mt. Lookout

Zip’s Cafe has been open since 1926 and is known for its Zip Burger, which Food & Wine named the best in Ohio. e small space is separated into a dining area and a bar by a saloon-style door with a model train circling above. Head to the back bar for a local beer on draft while you wait for space at a booth or a seat at one of the shared family-style tables.

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MUSIC

say. “We had a little more room to play.”

Playing and experimenting with the creative process was still central in their rst album. But with less of a pressing deadline for the latest release, Shoman says they felt less rushed.

say. “We had a little more room to play.” Playing and experimenting with the creative process was still central in their rst album. But with less of a pressing deadline for the latest release, Shoman says they felt less rushed.

“ at’s always a good feeling, just to feel like you have more time to do some thing that is really important to you,” Shoman says.

And it’s clear that these songs are extremely important to Shoman, who not only pours their life experiences into their lyrics but adds personal relics from their past into each record. In the middle of My Heart Is an Open Field, the track “Blue Spring” contains a voice recording from Shoman’s grandmother Hortencia. Known by her friends as Tenci, Hortencia is the eponym of Shoman’s project, they say.

e latest Tenci album contains more personal recordings, thanks to the per fect birthday gift from Shoman’s mother.

“For my birthday, she gifted me digi tized versions of home videos,” Shoman says. “I’ve been, like, begging her to show me them.”

“Memories,” the nale of A Swol len River, A Well Over owing, features more recordings from Shoman’s family members.

“I just feel like my memory is kind of bad or blurry when it comes to being a kid or growing up and stu ,” they say. “I feel like I really wanted to dive into that a little more.”

HENRY JORDAN SMITH

Musical Memories

Chicago folk-rock artist Tenci weaves re ections of friends and family throughout a new album.

friends often are their collaborators in this context. “Sometimes my friends will just be like, ‘Well do you wanna just do this one for free?’ I feel lucky because that’s not always the case, and they are very expensive to make.”

BY KATRINA ERESMAN BY KATRINA ERESMAN

MMemories play an essential role in Jess Shoman’s music.

Tenci released their rst album on a friend’s small label in 2019. Texas label Keeled Scales approached them to do a re-release in June 2020, when touring to share and support new music was not an option due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world has gradually opened back up, Shoman and their band have been able to play their songs for live crowds — and they’ve managed to stay healthy along the way.

emories play an essential role in Jess Shoman’s music. Shoman’s Chicago-based bedroom-folk project started in 2018 and quickly evolved into Tenci. Now a band of four with their sophomore album A Swollen River, A Well Over owing fresh o the press, Shoman continues to draw inspiration from their past.

Shoman’s Chicago-based bedroom-folk project started in 2018 and quickly evolved into Tenci. Now a band of four with their sophomore album A Swollen River, A Well Over owing fresh o the press, Shoman continues to draw inspiration from their past.

“ roughout all my music, I feel like I really try to just treat it as this, like, archi val process,” Shoman says. “With the second [album], it’s more so like thinking towards the future, but there are still some songs where I’m kind of dipping back into the pool of my memories.”

CityBeat spoke to Shoman just ten days after Tenci had released their single Sour Cherries ahead of the LP. e single features three songs from A Swollen River, A Well Over owing, all of which

showcase Shoman’s sweet and expres sive voice on a landscape of crisp, simple instrumentation. Fans of Big ief, Angel Olsen and the like will fall instantly in love.

“I feel just excited to be releasing music,” Shoman says. “I feel like the anxiety and excitement has just kind of morphed more into excitement.”

e soft and intentional production of these folk-adjacent songs makes them a tting soundtrack for a pensive country drive or a night in cooking dinner with friends — or for some magic tricks in the park, as is the subject of the music video for “Vanishing Coin,” one of two music videos for the Sour Cherries single. Shoman says they made four videos for their debut album.

“It’s really fun for me to try to tell a story in that form,” says Shoman, whose

Shoman turns to friends and collabo rators for more than just their videos. e rst Tenci album, My Heart Is an Open Field (2020), evolved as it did because Spencer Radcli e and Tina Scarpello joined the project, and together they all recorded at Radcli e’s home. Shoman says that for A Swollen River, A Well Over owing, their bandmates provided help ful feedback in the recording process.

“[Having them] record with me was really helpful because they could kind of, like, be my second pair of eyes and ears on things,” Shoman says.

e writing and recording process for My Heart Is an Open Field happened very quickly, they say, which added to the rawness of the songs. But for their second album, Shoman says they appreciated the opportunity to take more time.

“I felt like I had more room to be, like, a little more methodical, just with the way that we were making things,” they

“We’ve been pretty diligent about mask wearing, and we’ve made it through all the tours without getting COVID, which is, like, unheard of,” Shoman says.

e band is on its sixth tour since venues re-opened and already has three tours planned for 2023. Although the band works with a booking agent, Shoman likes to select all of the locals, spending time digging around venue Ins tagram pages looking for local bands that seem to t Tenci’s music and values.

“I’ve discovered a lot of cool music,” Shoman says. “I feel like it’s a fun way for us to kind of get more of an in-depth look into the actual community where we’re playing.”

Tenci plays MOTR Pub on Nov. 17 at 9 p.m. Freedom Nicole Moore will open the show. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Info: motrpub.com.

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Jess Shoman of Tenci PHOTO:

Chicago folk-rock artist Tenci weaves re ections of friends and family throughout a new album.

Jess Shoman of Tenci PHOTO: HENRY JORDAN SMITH

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WILL HOGE

Nov. 20 •

e Southgate House Revival

Nov. 20 • e Southgate

After John Prine’s tragic death from COVID-19 in 2020, it became clear just how much impact he had on the roots community as a whole. Will Hoge, the Nashville-based singer/songwriter, attests to his songwriting hero’s in uence with the crackling “John Prine’s Cadillac”, the rst single o his new record, Wings on My Shoes.

House Revival

With over 20 years of experience and 12 records, Hoge long ago achieved veteran status in the Americana world. He was even nominated for a Grammy for his song, “Even If it Breaks Your Heart,” covered by the Eli Young Band — which soared to the rst spot on Billboard’s “Hot Country Songs” chart in 2012.

Known for his fearless perspective and politicized songwriting on record, Hoge lightens the tone and personalizes his storytelling approach on Wings on my Shoes. But Hoge is no folkie; most of his songs feature his three-piece combo with raucous, electric guitar and mid tempo pacing, at times reminiscent of Steve Earle and his blue-collar, country rock.

Hoge describes the exuberant inspiration of the single to DittyTV.com. “I was at a red light in Nashville, and look

over and there’s this shiny Cadillac with John Prine behind the wheel. He’s tapping the steering wheel, with a shit-eating grin, and the music barely audible through the window. I thought, now what in the hell is John Prine listening to that brings him that much joy.”

Will Hoge plays the Southgate House Revival on Nov. 20 at 8 p.m. Dave Hause is co-headlining the tour. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Info: southgatehouse.com. (Greg Gaston)

ONETTA

Nov. 26 • MOTR Pub

Prepare yourself for powerful post punk-dream pop when you enter Motr Pub, Saturday November 26. Since 2019, post-punk dream pop band Onetta has worked to develop a live sound designed to surround their audience in a full, immersive sonic experience. With jangly guitars and chorus tinted bass, the Cincinnatibased band promises to bring the listener on a lush, yet heavy, shoegaze journey.

Sam Wulfekotter, chief songwriter, guitarist and vocalist for Onetta, draws inspiration for his songs from bands like My Bloody Valentine, Red House Painters, Joy Division and other

post-punk groups. e band’s debut six song EP, In e Valley Of, released in conjunction with the Nov. 26 show, will showcase Wulfekotter’s unique writing style, seamlessly blending elements of his musical in uences with his deeply personal and singular signature style.

Wulfekotter picked up the guitar in 2016, and soon became pro cient

enough to begin writing songs. Over the course of two years, his fellow band members — Eric Shokler on bass, Connor Fennessey on guitar and Brody Forrester on the drums — worked diligently to bring his musical vision to life. Now, having emerged triumphantly from the pandemic, with new songs and a solid, ne-tuned lineup of

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Onetta PHOTO: TANNER MCDOLE Machine Head PHOTO: DR_ZOIDBERG, FLICKR

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Onetta PHOTO: TANNER MCDOLE Machine Head PHOTO: DR_ZOIDBERG, FLICKR

instrumentalists, Onetta is playing as many shows as they can, in and around Cincinnati. ey are also currently working on a follow-up to the new EP, a full length album, due out sometime in summer 2023.

Onetta plays MOTR Pub on Nov. 26 at 10 p.m. Chameleon Earheart and Waning open the show. Info: motrpub.com. (Eric Bates)

MACHINE HEAD

Nov. 28 • Legends Bar & Venue Con dence may not be able to get you everywhere, but in heavy metal it certainly can get you pretty damn far. For California-based thrashers Machine Head, their con dence, along with decades of experience and consistently hellacious ri s, have gotten them further than most. Now, over 30 years since their inception, the band is condent enough to try something they’ve never done before: write and record a concept album.

Nov. 28 • Legends Bar & Venue

Con dence may not be able to get you everywhere, but in heavy metal it certainly can get you pretty damn far. For California-based thrashers Machine Head, their con dence, along with decades of experience and consistently hellacious ri s, have gotten them further than most. Now, over 30 years since their inception, the band is condent enough to try something they’ve never done before: write and record a concept album.

2022’s ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN shows Machine Head at their most in ammatory. e band’s vocalist and guitarist, Robb Flynn, is well-known for speaking exactly what’s on his mind in his ery lyrics and on Twitter in equal measure. For the latest

release, Flynn lyrically explored a story of two individuals in a violent future whose personal tragedies are inextricably intertwined. Musically, the band stepped back to inject the past into their current output by channeling their seminal debut, Burn My Eyes (1994), alongside the modern classic, e Blackening (2007), with some of the most blistering crossover thrash tracks that the band has written in some time, while never sacri cing the storytelling and grandiosity that Machine Head has been celebrating in recent years. When an album draws parallels to arguably the band’s two nest releases, you know you’re in for a rager.

Over the pandemic, Machine Head both wrote ØF KINGDØM AND CRØWN and performed online shows dubbed Electric Happy Hours. With the album nally released, the band is celebrating by embarking on the rst leg of their “Electric Happy Hour (Live)” tour where the band is hitting up smaller markets to perform solo in smaller, more intimate venues and give their fans a one-of-a-kind show that isn’t to be missed.

Machine Head performs at Legends Bar & Venue on Nov. 28 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Info: cincyticket.com/ machinehead. (Nick Grever)

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