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9-yr-new 5 BR/4+1 BA home in private-yet-neighborly Hyde Park enclave.Windows galore+architectural details+high ceilings+hardwd floors. Open fl plan. Gourmet eat-in KIT open to Great Rm. 2nd fl Laundry. Finished walkout LL. Flat yard.Attached 2-car GAR.Tax abated thru 2021. Hyde Park | $765,000

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Custom built in 2000 on a private/flat 2.24 acres this 4 BR/5+2 BA was meticulously designed for today’s lifestyles to live almost entirely on 1 floor. 1st fl features: entry foyer & gallery, living, dining, eat-in kitchen open to a family room, master suite (w/his & hers baths & room-sized closets), 2 powder rooms, theater room, laundry room & his/hers garages (4-cars-plus). 2nd fl features 3 bedrooms all w/ensuite baths & a home gym. Covered terrace provides ultimate enjoyment of the spectacular landscaped yard & pool. Every designer detail has been attended to from multiple fireplaces w/limestone surrounds, limestone & hardwood floors and much more.

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One of the finest homes and yards we’ve seen in Ivy Hills.4 BR/4+1 BA.Top-of-the-line renovations & designer finishes.Incredibly bright. Greater -than-Great room. Stunning gourmet kitchen. Spectacular master suite. 3-car garage. Ivy Hills | $670,000 PR IC

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COMMUNITY - ORIENTED AND

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The Greater Cincinnati region serves as a popular location for many local,

Word of their efforts spread and as a result, the frm founded Accounting for

national and international businesses. The city’s accessibility from both I-75

Kids, Inc. In an effort to have a continuous and lasting impact, they developed an

and I-71, two professional sports teams, state-of-the-art convention centers with

annual one-day event called Accounting for Kids Day which introduces fnancial

downtown hotels, restaurants, and entertainment districts continues to attract

concepts to children in a fun and interactive manner, while encouraging business

new and established businesses.

professionals to become tutors and mentors. On November 5th they will host

One company that has made Cincinnati its home is the certifed public

this year’s Accounting for Kids Day.

accounting frm of Cooney Faulkner & Stevens, LLC. The CPA frm started with

“We started Accounting for Kids Day to teach the importance of money

three partners and three employees 16 years ago and has been helping advocate

management skills to younger generations,” explains Faulkner. As a result of the

for and grow other businesses ever since.

frm’s efforts, the event has become a statewide initiative.

“We’ve grown signifcantly from

where we started,” says Chuck Stevens, co-founder and partner at the frm.

In addition to Accounting for Kids Day, the company is involved in a

“Our mission is to be more than just tax professionals; we want to be innovative

multitude of community-oriented and nonproft organizations. Each partner sits

fnancial problem solvers, business advocates, and involved members of our

on boards and volunteers their time to work on bettering their communities. The

community.”

company also sponsors events like the Thanksgiving Day Race Coat Drive and

One of the reasons Cooney Faulkner & Stevens is the perfect accounting

the Hyde Park Blast.

frm to be an advocate for private business owners is because they are in the

It’s this level of care and consideration that the company brings to its

same category. Although it’s 16 years old, the frm is still working to strengthen

clients on a regular basis. “It’s all about serving our clients,” says Karl Dostal,

its core and thrive as a small, locally owned business.

partner. “We work to get to know and understand our clients’ needs; that’s why

“We built our frm with entrepreneurial spirit on a foundation of knowledge,

we’re able to fnd alternative and creative solutions to solve problems.”

integrity and reliability,” says Crystal Faulkner, co-founder and partner. “Being

The frm is excited about the progress they’ve made but is focused on the

business owners ourselves equips us with the unique insight and understanding

future. “We’ve broadened our scope, tripled the size of our frm, and quadrupled

of the challenges business owners face every day.”

revenue,” says Tom Cooney, co-founder and partner of the company. “But at

Their positive impact reaches more than just business owners. Cooney Faulkner & Stevens operates with its fnger on the pulse. Whether it’s a new

the end of the day, it’s all about making a difference for our clients and in our communities.” •

tax law impacting their clients or a community in need, they’re ready to jump in and help. Shortly after opening its doors, the partners and employees of the frm began tutoring students in math and fnancial concepts at a local elementary school.

Cooney Faulkner & Stevens is located at 3536 Edwards Road, Suite 201,Cincinnati , OH 45208. You can reach them at 513.768.6796 or visit their website at www.cfscpa.com.

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Honoring Heritage

American Sign Museum

The Sixth 7 is a 10

Way to Glow

Bibliotaph... Gather ‘Round the Table

Carignan: An Identity Crisis

Worth Investigating

Destination Antiques:

Winter Antiques Show, New York

The Gracious Guest...

Host & Hostess Gifts

Hotel Confidential:

Omni Bedford Springs Resort

Of Note... Cheers!

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Arts Profile: Victoria Morgan

and the Cincinnati Ballet

Arts Profile: Blake Robison

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From the Editor-In-Chief As we transition into the end of the year many signifcant changes take place. The days shorten, the temperature drops, and the leaves transition. We have learned over time to embrace these changes and adapt our own lifestyles. We wear warmer clothes, spend more time inside, and fnd ourselves drinking such winter staples as cocoa, or, if at the right holiday party, glug. We eat heavier meals, bundle up, and learn to cope with the climate. We adapt. We make subtle lifestyle changes that after years of practice become second nature, a welcomed change. For with these changes come also many missed traditions, well looked for past times, and an opportunity to reminisce on past years of hope, struggle, joy, friends, and family. Traditions embedded in family heritage. A couple of my most cherished and memorable traditions we have featured in this issue. Te Cincinnati Ballet will once again be putting on its renowned and reinvented Frisch’s Nutcracker, and the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (CPP) will host its annual Christmas Carol production. We look further into the backgrounds of the artistic directors of both of these wonderful companies to get a better understanding of what it means to hold such a position, and truly how blessed we are in the tri-state to have the ability to witness such world class productions. Other traditions we will encounter over these months will be more personal. We will have the opportunity to experience and participate in family rituals and events. All of these traditions liven the spirit, and warm hearts, minds, bodies, and stomachs. While I have picked up a thing or two in the kitchen over the years, there is something to be said for mom’s special recipes. One such recipe, her famous chili, I think will warm any stomach and I hope you will consider on a cold winters’ night to come. I hope you enjoy as much as I have over the years, and continue to remember your own past as we look to closing, and ultimately beginning a new year to come; new traditions, new friends, and new recipes! Mom’s Famous Chili: Ingredients: 1 ½ lb ground beef 1 medium onion 1 package of Buena Vida chili powder 1 bottle of chili sauce ½ cup of ketchup 1 can mild or hot chili beans Salt/pepper to taste Brown meat and diced onion. Mix in chili powder and stir. Transfer to cooking pot. Add remainder of ingredients and simmer till well blended. Serve with cheddar cheese. Makes 6 large bowls.

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HIGH STYLE

Twentieth-Century Masterworks from the Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection

High Style traces the evolution of fashion from 1900 through 1980 with garments and accessories by the most infuential designers of the 20th century. The exhibition was organized by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Charles James (American, born Great Britain, 1906 -1978), “Tree” Evening Dress, Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., 1981 (2009.300.991) Image © The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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HONORING HERITAGE Interior designer Jenna G. Bowen refreshes an Indian Hill estate to highlight a globally sourced collection of art and antiques. Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Andrew Kung

Globe trotters with a penchant for procuring unique art and furnishings during their excursions, an Indian Hill couple soon faced a conundrum shared by nearly all consummate collectors: an overabundance of treasured treasures. When the pair reached out to interior designer Jennifer G. Bowen, whom they met through their mutual association with the Camargo Hunt, they requested help to determine whether to thoroughly refresh their home of more than 25 years or make a fresh start somewhere new. “Tere were just too many focal points, with noteworthy pieces not able to be appreciated,” remarked Bowen, who founded her eponymous frm in 2006. After meticulously going from room to room, deciding what to keep based on emotional or fnancial value, the trio set about devising a plan to update the interiors. Built in 1988 and situated on 5.6-acres that backs up to protected green space with direct access to bridle trails, the home boasts many fne details that imbue it with the soul of a historic estate. Custom fooring, trim and cabinetry were crafted by A. Flottmesch & Son, a 4th generation family business originally founded in Oldenburg, Germany. Te exquisite staircase in the foyer is modeled after one found in the Kenwood Country Club, complete with hand-carved fnials depicting the homeowners’ horses and dogs.

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Bowen frmly believes that “everything must be beautiful and functional, or else beauty is irrelevant.” Because the homeowners entertain with some frequency, she guided them to retain pieces that best ft their lifestyle. She remarked that the homeowners were “pretty adventurous” throughout the process. “Once we decluttered they jumped right into the design process and trusted my lead,” she added. Fine rugs in the homeowners’ existing collection provided inspiration for the color palette throughout the home. Bowen’s background, which includes fashion trend forecasting, lends a unique perspective on color, pattern and balancing trendiness with timelessness. “Trends can be fun but ultimately homes should be timeless. You can insert trendy pieces here and there and blending European styles with more contemporary pieces can also make a home feel generational and current,” she explained. In the living room, the previous confguration had the furniture pushed to the room’s perimeters in order to accommodate larger gatherings. “Our goal was to create a room that was formal-looking but that could be used casually and not feel over wrought,” she explained. A striking absence of overhead lighting in the vaulted space was remedied with the addition of a pair of lithe chandeliers. Bowen rearranged the furniture to create two distinct seating areas in front of the freplace, which was also modeled after one in the Kenwood Country Club. Te crescent shape of the custom sofas, both upholstered with Carleton V damask, mimic the form of the cocktail table; the subtle curvature provides a nice counterpart to the prevalence of straight lines in other case goods. A secretary from the homeowners’ collection was moved from an overlooked corner to a position of greater prominence across from the fireplace. An oversized wing chair and antique tapestry bench with its original needlepoint upholstery were purchased in Lexington, KY. Refecting the homeowners’ love of needlepoint and the sporting life is an antique carved settee with its original needlepoint fox hunting scene that was procured locally from Hanover House. Both the husband and wife practice needlepoint, and Bowen had examples of their handiwork framed to hang in the hallway leading to the garage.

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A carved trestle table anchors the dining room. It is complemented by several other Italian bench-made pieces, including a Fratino-style console with iron stretcher, and French-style serpentine bufet with cabriole foot. Tis room exemplifes Bowen’s practical elegance approach with custom dining chairs and a bench window seat upholstered in a Hines performance fabric. “Our goal was to warm up the rooms and make them dog friendly,” she explained. Handsome brass handles on the back of the chairs have a practical purpose: to accommodate frequent moving without undue wear and tear on the fabric. Taford silk check drapery is suspended from hardware hand carved in North Carolina of solid wood with gold leafed accents. Scalamandrè and Brunschwig & Fils fabrics were selected for accent pillows. Similarly detailed drapery hardware - custom crafted of wrought iron in Dallas - is found in the breakfast room. Both the drapery and pillows are a custom-printed fabric by Scalamandrè, while the chairs are upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils fabric. A carved wood and wrought iron Italian-made chandelier with gold leaf accents is suspended above a table fashioned from a garden urn. As the windows overlook a small garden, lovingly maintained by the wife, Bowen planted moss inside the urn, which is visible through the round glass top. “It’s always important to make spaces personal and unique,” she said. In each of the renovated spaces, Bowen thoughtfully created vignettes that are pleasing to eye and provide a greater level of enjoyment to the homeowners. In the master suite for instance, she gathered the wife’s collection of porcelain dogs and Limoges pieces that had been scattered throughout the house and concentrated it into an antique cabinet in the master bedroom. “It’s paramount to surround yourself with meaning,” said Bowen. sl

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Wings of Freedom by John A. Ruthven

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AMERICAN SIGN MUSEUM Written by Lisa Stephenson Powell

Signs in life are ubiquitous. Tey range from the familiar to the unexpected. They come in a kaleidoscope of shapes and languages. They can welcome, instruct, comfort and warn. But at the American Sign Museum (ASM) they cohabitate in a gallery that resembles a vibrant implosion of Disneyland color on a Candyland board. Tod Swormstedt, Founder and Executive Director, is passionate about the collection, which houses over 600 signs and more than 4,500 objects that relate to their history. “I had never worked in a museum. I had no preconceptions and I didn’t know what I was doing,” he laughed. “I was just a long-haired, bearded guy with a crazy idea, and I sort of made it up as I went along.” Mr. Swormstedt’s humility belies his background and experience. After graduating from Eckerd College with a degree in English literature he was employed for almost 30 years at ST Media Group International, a local publishing company owned by his family. Te business was founded in 1906 and publishes Signs of the Times, a magazine that focuses on sign painting, billboards and outdoor advertising. His great grandfather was its frst editor.

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“I always liked the sign industry,” he began. “I was interested in history, and there wasn’t a museum in the country that showcased that trade. Te sign industry combines so many skills – design, execution, sales and installation. I have tremendous respect for people who accomplish what I can’t. People who can hand-letter, people who know how to bend neon tubes, people who are good with mechanical objects. I’m in awe of woodworkers and artists who translate a visual idea to the hand and create something unique.” Initially Mr. Swormstedt thought that Los Angeles, a symbiotic fusion of pop culture and car culture, would be a logical location for the Museum, but after months of negotiating the project fell through. He also considered Las Vegas, an unabashed sign mecca, Memphis and St. Louis, but none of them came to fruition. Mr. Swormstedt recalled, “I felt like Tomas Edison, who, while working on the invention of the light bulb said, ‘I haven’t failed. I just found 10,000 ways that don’t work.’” With a plethora of objects warehoused at the Essex Studios in Walnut Hills, Mr. Swormstedt opened the Museum’s frst location there in the spring of 2005. Seven years later the ASM moved to its current venue, a sprawling and beautifully remodeled 40,000 square foot industrial facility. Te prospect was daunting. Tere was a hole in the roof, a puddle of water the size of a pond in the ofce, buckled cement, and everything from the HVAC system to the plumbing needed replacement. Undeterred, he saw it as a gorgeous blank canvas: high ceilings, a loft-like space that was free of columns or obstructions, and enough room to accommodate signs with a wide girth and a two ton weight. (After the renovation was completed one of his benefactors, who had toured the raw space, confessed that he thought Mr. Swormstedt was nuts.)

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Te signs and artifacts are a delightful composite of history (the Armed Forces); Cincinnati history (Suder’s Art Store, Skyline Chili and a Frisch’s Big Boy in fiberglass, with a resplendent slingshot in his back pocket); home furnishings (Frigidaire, Crosley Appliances); national brands (Rexall Drugs, Shell Oil, Holiday Inn); and entertainment (Zenith televisions, the Cincinnati Pops and the Playhouse in the Park). Signs also boast of a brand’s lineage: Schoenling Beer (Cincinnati’s Finest); Wilson Art Stores (Since 1907); Howard Johnson (28 Flavors); and Habig’s Restaurant (which ofered cocktails, home cooking and parking). “The sign from the Wagon Wheel Café dates back to the 1950s. The restaurant itself was a stagecoach stop in the 1880s; Pete Rose’s frst wife, Carol, worked there,” Mr. Swormstedt said. “And the McDonald’s sign is from 1963. Te restaurant coined the phrase ‘speedy service system;’ Speedee was their mascot and frst logo. His arms and feet were animated neon, moving back and forth as he rushed to deliver a 15 cent hamburger. Tat’s how the phrase ‘fast food’ was coined.” Te ASM has become a popular spot for receptions, birthdays, workshops, corporate events and holiday parties. Last year the site had over 20,000 visitors and numbers are on track to reach 27,000 this year. “Te timing of the Museum was very fortunate, and even though there were starts and stops along the way, the stars were aligned perfectly. I just didn’t know it at the time. Signs conjure up an emotional and nostalgic reaction. We invite people to walk down memory lane with us and to share in a great experience. In the future I’d like to remodel the rest of the building, to complete the cataloguing of the collection, to broaden our education mission and perhaps to buy the property next door for an outdoor sign garden. I’m very grateful that we’ve come this far,” Mr. Swormstedt refected, “but we’re not fnished yet.” sl

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THE SIXTH 7 IS A 10 Te new BMW 7 series Written by Andre James The flagship of the BMW marquee, the sixth generation of the 7 series, boasts an improved ride and handling while maintaining the luxury accoutrements associated with the sedan, frst introduced in 1977 as the world’s frst car to come ftted with an electronic speedometer. “Te primary objective in the development of the new car was to create a vision of modern luxury and to exceed our customers’ expectations. In BMW’s eyes, modern luxury is rooted in the most advanced technologies and extremely fine attention to detail. This generation of the BMW 7 Series is the most luxurious, most comfortable and – all round – the best car we have ever built in this class,” said Adrian van Hooydonk, senior vice president of the BMW Group Design.

Comprising the sedan’s skeleton is what BMW refers to as a “Carbon Core,” a composite construction of carbon-fber-reinforced plastic, ultrahigh-tensile steels and aluminum that is part of the BMW EfficientLightweight concept. As a result, the vehicle’s center of gravity is now even lower, and the load is distributed 50:50. Appearing modern and elegant, the prevalence of outwardcurving surfaces on the exterior enhances aerodynamic performance. Te car shows a long bonnet, short front overhang, long wheelbase and set-back passenger compartment. Te new 7 series is BMW’s frst car to feature visible air fap control, which is only open when there is a need for increased cooling. Headlight units, which extend as far up as the grill, are available with optional BMW Laserlight, easily identifed by a blue-colored horizontal bar in the center.

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Two non-metallic and nine metallic paint colors are available for the exterior, with two additional variants made available exclusively to those who opt for the M Sport package. Te new BMW 7 Series comes as standard with 17- or 18-inch light-alloy wheels. A selection of other light-alloy wheels up to 21-inches are available as an option. Spearheading the available engine lineup is a redeveloped 4.4-liter V8 engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology that has resulted in a major improvement in engine efficiency. The new 445-horsepower V8 is mated with the latest version of the intelligent all-wheel-drive system in the BMW 750i xDrive sedan. Te fully variable, electronically controlled power split between front and rear wheels enhances traction and stability as well as the handling dynamics in corners. Acceleration from 0-62 mph takes just 4.5 seconds. Te BMW 740i is equipped with a 3.0-liter sixcylinder 320-horsepower in-line engine with BMW TwinPower 34 slmag.net

Turbo technology. With a top speed of 155 mph, the 740i needs just 5.6 seconds to travel from 0-62 mph. A dizzying array of leading-edge technology is available to the driver and passengers. For the frst time, the iDrive 5.0 operating system monitor can be used as a touch display in addition to the controller. A new 3D sensor is able to detect hand gestures in order to control a number of functions, including the volume in audio applications and accepting or rejecting incoming telephone calls. Tere is also the option of pairing a specifc gesture with an individual choice of function. A smartphone holder integrated into the center console permits wireless, inductive phone charging for mobile phones â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an industry frst. Anyone whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever given up in frustration after multiple failed attempts at navigating a tight parking space will appreciate the Remote Control Parking option, a worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frst in a series-produced vehicle. Car owners will be able to maneuver in or out of forward-

parking spaces or garages without anyone at the wheel via a newly developed BMW Display Key. This innovative key features an LCD touch screen that provides fuel status, estimated range and service requirements. Other notable driver assist features include steering and lane control assistant, lane keeping assistant with active side collision protection, rear collision prevention, crossing trafc warning functions, active cruise control with stop & go function, and the trafc jam assistant, which involves semi-automated driving and can be used on any type of road. All of the aforementioned bells and whistles mean little in the absence of comfort and style, and the new 7 series delivers both in spades. A palpable sense of balance and well-being dominates the cabin. Controls on the center console are outlined in fne wood or aluminum surfaces. Both the trim strips and the instrument panelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chrome surrounds are made-too-measure for each car. An overall feeling of spaciousness is highlighted by a horizontal surface

structure, which extends through the door trim. An available Panoramic Sky Lounge LED roof boasts etched glass that brings six diferent LED ambient light settings to life. For the ultimate in luxury, a Rear Executive Lounge Seating Package includes functional comfort-based seating, footrests and plush foor mats. The standard Wi-Fi hotspot also allows passengers to stream content from their mobile device directly to the 10" entertainment screens. A unique Ambient Air package option ionizes the air and generates a selection of eight aromas. A newly developed 16-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond surround sound system has been specifcally tuned to the interior of the new BMW 7 Series. Realizing that personalization is of paramount importance in the luxury motoring segment, BMW ofers scores of options inside and out to create a custom sedan that is refective of each ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aesthetic and performance preferences. Starting MSRP for the 740i Sedan is $81,300 and $97,400 for the 750i xDrive Sedan. sl slmag.net

Villa Stéphanie was built in 1890 to accommodate vacationing royals.

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Te debut of Villa Stéphanie at the Brenner’s Park Hotel in Baden-Baden, Germany revolutionizes the notion of a spa-centric vacation Written by Bridget Williams Pondering the appeal of a grand hotel – the kind conjured up so dreamily in Wes Anderson’s flm Te Grand Budapest Hotel – always makes me wax nostalgic over past stays at these bastions of a bygone era. But unlike the movie version, grand hotels that thrive today celebrate their legacy without eschewing the expectations of contemporary visitors. “Longevity is not always an asset,” said Frank Marrenbach, whose initial plan of a threeyear sprint as managing director of the 143-year-old Brenner’s Park-Hotel & Spa in Baden-Baden, Germany turned into a marathon-stay closing in on two decades. “Tradition is neutral; it’s heritage that’s important,” he added. Located in southwestern Germany’s Black Forest region near the border with France, Brenner’s Park-Hotel is arguably the grandest of the grand hotels built in the 18th and 19th centuries to accommodate the fashionable set that flocked to the thermal baths in Baden-Baden, a ritual the Romans brought to the area some 2,000 years ago. Brenner’s maxim at the time it was built was “luxury as a matter of course.” With the recent debut of Villa 36 slmag.net

Stéphanie on its grounds, past and present converge to create an unrivaled and all-encompassing luxury spa and wellness experience. Housed in a circa 1890 mansion originally built to opulently accommodate royal visitors, Villa Stéphanie is named after Grand Duchess Stéphanie of Baden, the adopted daughter of Napoleon I, who was admired for her beauty and charisma. Te entirety of the villa’s fve foors are given over to wellness, focusing on beauty, detox and nutrition, emotional balance and medical care. Guests lucky enough to take up temporary residence in one of 12 double rooms or three corner suites are given a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a customized “spa-cation” surrounded by persons inhabiting a like state of mind. Connected to the Villa is “Haus Julius,” a 5,100-square-foot mansion providing tailormade medical care in several felds, including general medicine, aesthetic dentistry and dermatology. Tis combination provides for a totally bespoke experience, where a guest can integrate medical care alongside traditional spa therapies, or kick-off a physician-created nutrition and exercise program.

Plunge pool for guests of Villa StĂŠphanie. Spa treatment room.

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Personal training gym.

Guest accommodations are luxurious, but restrained in their modern, clean lines. For those more daring than I, a “digital detox” button allows you to consciously choose to disconnect from technology; I clearly must need some type of 12-step program, as I never came close to fipping the switch. In my defense, I’m fairly certain I spent more time looking at the enviable view from my balcony than my little phone screen. Villa Guests have access to the Salon on the concierge level, where a varying selection of healthful à la carte snacks and drinks are available throughout the day. Guests can choose to sit inside surrounded by scores of beautiful cofee table tomes or outside on the stone terrace overlooking the exquisitely landscaped grounds, which, during the time of our mid-summer stay, were absolutely resplendent with massive hydrangea blooms in vibrant colors I’d never spied before. In planning our retreat, we were guided to choose a treatment and activity plan uniquely suited to our needs and interests, ultimately selecting a balanced mix of active and passive pursuits. Reaching well-beyond the typical spa goers intention of reaching a semi-vegetative state of relaxation, our frst full day began with an alfresco breakfast next to the fountain in the courtyard of the 38 slmag.net

Salon Lichtental in the Brenners Park-Hotel. While the bufet was bounteous and the service genteel, it was my favorite (and nearly impossible to find in my corner of the world) Mariage Frères Marco Polo tea presented in a bespoke Limoges china tea service that really stole the show. “Grand hotels don’t disregard etiquette, and they preserve old-world elegance,” remarked Marrenbach when I was gushing later that day about starting of my morning with such relaxed refnement. E n e r g i z e d a n d ov e r s t u f f e d f r o m a t a d t o o m u c h overindulgence at breakfast, we kicked off our program with an hour of kickboxing and mental coaching with Henri Charlet, a 30-year veteran of the sport and winner of multiple German and European championships. Our session was held in the Villa’s private gym, a space so beautifully designed it would have easily passed for a living room if it wasn’t for the Argon 18 time trial bike tricked out with Zipp wheels positioned on a trainer in the center of the room. Charlet is an amazing athlete, but his instruction in mental training and toughness was truly intriguing. At frst the skeptic in me thought it seemed like a lot of mumbo jumbo, but after giving my entire focus over to a series of drills, I was convinced. We left with a good sweat and lots of positive energy.

Te Salon on the concierge level at Villa Stéphanie ofers varying selection of healthful à la carte snacks and drinks throughout the day. Suite bedroom in Villa Stéphanie.

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Morning tea service at the Salon Lichtental in the Brenners Park-Hotel.

Scene from the Lichtentaler Allee

Ravioli at Rive Gauche Restaurant.

Later that afternoon I opted for a traditional hammam treatment. Carried out in the sauna, the treatment is quite vigorous, with a thorough exfoliating scrub and loofah combined with a massage that left my skin smooth and soft. Having tried hammam several times, I’ve discovered that the intensity, combined with the heat, leaves you feeling as though you’ve just run a marathon afterward, so plan ample downtime post-service to recuperate. My second spa day was focused primarily on leisure and relaxation, with a 60-minute Sisley Phyto Aromatique Facial followed by a signature full-body massage. Combined, the treatments were so relaxing that even this solid type A person was lulled into sleep at various intervals. Having all of the available spa treatments and medical services available in one place, as well as gourmet room service from Brenner’s Park-Hotel at your fngertips, permits guests a high degree of privacy and discretion and, for those so inclined, the opportunity to never have to change out of their plush bathrobe! After just a single day in Baden-Baden we were besot by its charms. A walk, run or stroll along the Lichtentaler Allee, a nearly

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1.5-mile long promenade laid out parallel to the river Oos more than 350 years ago and accessible through a gate on the hotel grounds, is dreamy any time of day. Along the way you meander past the most gorgeous gardens, Belle Époque mansions and centuries-old homes whose facades are punctuated by window boxes heavy with colorful blooms, and then into the heart of the village, where the locals carry baskets to and from the farmer’s market for their daily sustenance. The soul of the city is palpable, and there’s a discernable pride of place among its residents, who enjoy urban amenities in an idyllic countryside setting. “Baden-Baden is really unique to Germany,” explained Bärbel Göhner, head of PR for Brenners Park-Hotel, who added that the area is frequently referred to as The Hamptons of Germany. Marrenbach called it an “oasis of tranquility without being boring,” and highlighted the region’s dual French/German infuence, safety, rich cultural life, an abundance of outdoor pursuits and the posh trappings that accompany being one of the wealthiest cities in the country.

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Marlene Dietrich described Baden-Baden’s casino, Germany’s oldest, as, "Te most beautiful casino in the world,” and Dostoevsky famously spent a summer and nearly all of his money in the palatial gambling halls. Stopping by for one of the daily guided morning tours, we were awed by the splendor of the space and wished we’d brought appropriate evening attire to return and insert ourselves into a setting ft for a high stakes encounter with James Bond. Tere are ample sights, both within walking distance and further afeld, that can amply fll a typical weeklong stay: ruins of ancient Roman baths; the Ascot-esque scene at the Ifezheim horse racetrack; the Rebland wine region; the Friedrichsbad IrishRoman baths, the oldest in the city and requiring a minimum of 2.5 hours to complete the 16-step treatment; several museums along the “Cultural Mile”; numerous castle ruins; and, the Black Forest National Park. Brenner’s Park-Hotel offers a comprehensive hiking and biking guide, rated by difficulty, with equipment and guides available. My overdeveloped sense of nostalgia made me regret I didn’t schedule a daytrip with

“Oscar,” the hotel’s fully restored special edition 1960s VW T1 Samba minibus, available to guests for chaufeured trips into the countryside complete with a gourmet picnic lunch. The respite offered by Villa Stéphanie epitomizes the benefts sought from a hard-earned vacation. It is a place that invites you to slow down and savor its many sights and sounds, a realization I came to in an organic fashion one afternoon while wandering the hotel’s manicured grounds. I stopped to admire a tranquil scene that in daily life would have gone unnoticed: trailing tendrils from a towering willow tree that seemed to sip from the river as their leaves were tickled by the ripples of water gently flowing over the cobblestone-lined riverbed. “For all those who devote all their energy to their families and business all year round, Villa Stephanie represents a place to regain strength, focus and health to master their demanding lives even better,” said Marrenbach. For more information about Villa Stéphanie, visit brenners/ villa-stephanie.com. sl

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Bibliotaph... Gather 'Round the Table

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Inspired by the farm-to-table movement, Amelia Saltsman's 150 recipes ofer a refreshingly diferent take on traditional and contemporary Jewish cooking. She traces the thread of Jewish cuisine from its ancient roots to todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus on seasonality and sustainability. Amelia Saltsman - Te Seasonal Jewish Kitchen: A Fresh Take on Tradition - Hardcover, 320 pages, Sterling Epicure Publishing (sterlingpublishing.com). In her frst cookbook, Sandy Axelrod, an 18-year veteran of the catering industry and founder of the Food and Fond Memories website, shares insider tips and advice along with some of her best recipes for good eating and easy entertaining. Recipes are divided by category from Small Bites and First Courses to Pasta, Meat, Chicken, Seafood, Sides Dishes, Brunch and Sweet Endings. Sandy Axelrod - Afairs to Remember - Hardcover, 302 Pages, Motivational Press (motivationalpress.com).

Internationally heralded bon vivants May and Axel Vervoordt share 107 seasonal recipes that highlight their penchant for simple sophistication. May Vervoordt, Patrick Vermeulen, Michael Gardner (authors), JeanPierre Gabriel (photographer) - At Home with May and Axel Verdoordt: Recipes for Every Season - Hardcover, 176 pages, Flammarion (rizzoliusa.com). His "drip" paintings are instantly recognizeable, but few people are familiar with Jackson Pollock the gardener, baker, and consummate dinner-party host. Ideal for the kitchen or the cofee table, this book features recipes collected from Pollock's handwritten notes and from his wife, his mother and friends in the town of Springs on Long Island, interspersed with photos of Pollock's art and home. Robyn Lea - Dinner with Jackson Pollock: Recipes, Art & Nature Hardcover, 176 pages, Assouline (assouline.com).

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bib 'li' o 'taph, [bib-lee-uhtaf, -tahf ]: a person who caches or hoards books

Te cuisine at Chef Laurent Halasz's popular Fig & Olive restaurants is inextricably linked to his formative years in Mougins, in the South of France. Among the 60 simple recipes celebrating the Mediterranean table are his restaurant's signature green apple and olive oil sorbet. Laurent Halasz - Fig & Olive: Te Cuisine of the French Riviera - Hardcover, 160 pages, Assouline (assouline.com). In 2012 Jocelyn Delk Adams founded Grandbaby Cakes, a food blog inspired by her grandmother and devoted to classic desserts, modern trends, and showcasing the pastry feld in an accessible way. Her debut book presents 50 classic cake recipes marked by degree of difculty alongside endearing stories of "Big Mama's" kitchen. Jocelyn Delk Adams - Grandbaby Cakes: Modern Recipes, Vintage Charm, Soulful Memories Hardcover, 224 pages, Surrey Books (agatepublishing.com). Chef Anthony Lamas, Food Network's "Extreme Chef" winner and multiple James Beard Best Chef nominee, shares the unique style that has brought critical acclaim to his Louisville, Kentucky restaurant, Seviche, A Latin Restaurant. Te 125 recipes throughout the book incorporate Lamas' Latin roots along with the best seasonal Southern ingredients. Anthony Lamas and Gwen Pratesi - Southern Heat: New Southern Cooking Latin Style - Hardcover, 288 pages, Taunton Press (taunton.com).

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Carignan: An identity crisis worth investigating

Written by Scott Harper, Master Sommelier

Gravillas mantis on Carignan grapes. Photo courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

Not many have heard of the grape Carignan, and it doesn’t appear on very many wine labels. It is often underappreciated and misunderstood. While Carignan is the French name for the grape, in the United States it is referred to as Carignane and in Italy as Carignano. For added confusion, Carignan has at least three synonyms in Spain: it is called Samso in Catalonia, Mazuelo in Rioja, and Cariñena in Aragón. Talk about the pain of an identity crisis! Somewhat deserving of its pejorative reputation, Carignan was, and still is to some extent, responsible for the enormous quantity of low quality wine in the southern region of France called Languedoc-Roussillon, as well as other parts of the world, due in no small order to its ability to produce yields of nearly four times higher then other “superior” wine grapes. If you want to make a great deal of red wine in a warm climate, a savvy winemaker would invariably choose the late-ripening, high-output grape Carignan. Historically, this is exactly what happened, making Carignan one of the most planted grapes in

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France. Expect harsh, rustic tannins, under ripe green flavors, lack of complexity and zero fnesse. But this has changed, at least to some degree, and in recent years Carignan has quietly been shedding its poor reputation. A lot of Carignan has been pulled out of vineyards in favor of “better” quality grapes, but if you tame the gigantic yields, you can make a very nice wine of concentration, complexity and fnesse. Old vines naturally produce lower yields, and hence, the quality leaders are producing Carignan from older, low-yielding vines in France and other areas of the world, such as Priorat, Spain; Maule Valley, Chile; and Sardinia, Italy. Tese areas also may employ techniques such as dry-farming and head-pruning bush vines, which help reduce yields. Additional areas certainly grow Carignan; it is believed to originate in Spain from the eponymous region of Cariñena, Aragón. Ironically in Cariñena, it is the second most planted red grape after Grenache. While the Spanish region of Priorat may be the best-known area for quality Carignan blends, I want to highlight the Maule Valley, Sardinia and Languedoc-Roussillon.

John Bojanowski in the vineyards. Image courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

Harvest 2015 Image courtesy of Clos du Gravillas.

MAULE VALLEY CARIGNAN In Chile, they love their small quantities of Carignan so much that a group of producers have formed a quality association called Vigno “Vignadores de Carignan.” Vigno wines are a minimum 65 percent Cariganan from old vines that are dry-farmed, headpruned bush vines from the Maule Valley. Vigno has helped push Chilean Carignan forward and has done a great job preserving the vineyards and promoting the quality of Carignan. Carignan Garcia & Schwaderer Vigno 2011 (Crucecillas [Maule Valley], Chile) With an average vine age of 54 years, this wine more than qualifes for old vines. Te wine is aged in 20 percent new French oak and 80 percent used French oak for two years. It is almost opaque purple and full-bodied with the favors of violets, pepper, earth and black fruits. Tannins are well integrated and would stand up nicely to grilled rack of lamb. SARDINIAN CARIGNANO The name “Isola dei Nuraghi” literally means the Island of the Nuraghi. Sardinia's nuraghi are conical stone towers that speak to the island’s strategic position in ancient times, and there are estimated to still be 7,000 or so nuraghi on the island, making it a symbol of Sardinia. While Carignano is not the most important grape of Sardinia, it may very well be on the way to becoming its specialty. Argicola Punica Barrua 2011 (Isola dei Nuraghi [Sardinia], Italy) Made from a blend of 85 percent Carignano, 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and fve percent Merlot. Te wine spends 18 months in French oak: 50 percent new and 50 percent yearold. Medium purple color, with a beautiful old-world nose of sweet leather, blackberry, cherry, baking spices, notes of licorice

and hints of purple fowers. Try with bone-in strip steak seasoned with ample fresh black pepper and sea salt. Argicola Punica Montessu 2011 (Isola dei Nuraghi [Sardina], Italy) Made from 60 percent Carignano, 10 percent Syrah, 10 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 10 percent Cabernet Franc and 10 percent Merlot. Aged in French oak barrels, two-to-three years old, for up to 10 months. Medium purple, with the scent of black fruits, wild strawberries, forest foor, licorice and lavender, with balanced tannins and a freshness and verve. Perfect with herbcrusted, roasted pork lion. LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON CARIGNAN If you surveyed the French regarding their opinion of Carignan, you may come to the conclusion that they are ambivalent. Tey either love it or hate it. Vigneron’s that love it make delicious Carignan that will prompt you to forget about those who hate it. If there were Carignan evangelists, it would likely be John and Nicole Bojanowski, a Franco-American couple that have been making world-class Carignan in the area around Saint-Jean-deMinervois at Clos Du Gravillas. Clos Du Gravillas Lo Vièlh 2007 Carignan (Vin de Pays [IGP] Cotes du Brian Rouge, France) By French law it must be at least 85 percent Carignan. Te oldest vines date from 1911 to 1970. Te wine is produced organically and is foot crushed and aged in 400-litre French barrels. The wine tastes of black cherries, plum, saddle leather, Provencal herbs, lavender, violets and pepper with a medium to full body, and well-integrated tannins. Try with grilled duck sausage. sl A Certifed Wine Educator, Harper is one of 140 professionals in North America and 220 worldwide who have earned the title Master Sommelier.

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Courtesy, Te Winter Antique Show

Destination Antiques: Winter Antiques Show, New York Written by Amelia and Jef Jefers

Oil on canvas, Te Hat Bath by James Carroll Beckwith (1852-1917), American; courtesy Tomas Colville Fine Art

Te opening night party includes a who’s who of collectors as well as New York social, celebrity and political fgures.

Ev e r y Ja n u a r y, i n Ne w Yo r k’s t o n y Up p e r E a s t Si d e neighborhood, a seasoned group of antiques enthusiasts buck the snowbird trend in favor of the most prestigious two weeks on the American collecting scene: Te Winter Antiques Show. Held in the historic and stunning Park Avenue Armory, the Winter Antiques Show is the star and centerpiece of Americana Week - a convention (of sorts) of scholars, collectors, dealers and auctioneers who gather for a series of auctions, lectures and antique shows that tend to set the pace of the American antiques market - ofering the broader antiques community a fairly accurate forecast of how the market will progress in the coming year. Built in 1861 by New York’s “silk stocking” Seventh Regiment of the National Guard in response to a call for troops by President Lincoln, the Armory on Park was as much a social club as a military facility. Members of the Regiment included some of the most prominent families of the Gilded Age: Vanderbilts, Van Rensselaers, and Roosevelts, among others. No expense was spared. A noteworthy architectural and engineering feat of the 19th century is the 55,000-square-foot Wade Tompson Drill Hall. One of the largest unobstructed spaces in New York today, the hall was designed by Regiment veteran and architect, Charles W. Clinton - whose frm went on to design the Apthorp Apartments and the Astor Hotel.

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Armchair with Scrolled Arms attributed to Duncan Phyfe, New York, about 1825; courtesy, Hirschl & Adler Galleries

It is in this remarkable space that the Winter Antiques Show (WAS) dealers assemble. Given the collective buying power of the sophisticated collecting audience, an exhibitor spot in the WAS is an enviable, albeit daunting opportunity. Seventythree WAS dealers collectively spend several million dollars to participate in the 10-day show; the inventory they bring refects their phenomenal investment of time and money. WAS booths are breathtaking installations of not only premium inventory, but also the personalities and passions of each company and its respective industry leader. Twenty years ago, Patrick Bell and his business partner Edwin Hild (of renowned Olde Hope Antiques), were ofered the coveted booth vacated by great folk art dealer, Gerald Kornblau. “...The Winter Antiques Show represents the very finest dealers and objects available in the many disciplines represented. It is the standard by which all other shows are measured and only Masterpiece London and TEFAF compare in stature and quality, and of course they are European fairs,” Bell recently said. As Bell’s comment hints, the WAS has expanded beyond the focus of the rest of Americana Week. Nearly two-thirds of the exhibitors specialize in other categories, including jewelry, midcentury modern, rugs and Asian artifacts. While it is now the minority by number of dealers, the heart of the show remains American furniture and decorative arts. Revered names in the

Left to right: An icon of American folk art, a carved fgure of George Washington from the Washington Masonic Lodge in Adams, Pennsylvania, circa 1850-1870; courtesy David Schorsch & Eileen Smiles; Trade Sign Signed LR, “B.P.r”, American, 1850-70; courtesy, Olde Hope Antiques; Enamel on gold, Portrait of George IV as Prince Regent by Henry Bone, British, 1821; courtesy Elle Shushan Portrait Miniatures

business can be found on the WAS floor, one after another, displaying the best of their inventory. Stuart Feld of Hirschl & d Adler represents a sophisticated blend of fne art and high-style 19th century furnishings. Working in an earlier period of very fne antiques, the shops of Nathan Liverant & Son and C.L. Prickett are each led by second-generation antiquarians continuing the proud tradition of sourcing exemplary and important examples of early American furniture established by their fathers. An exuberant demand for folk art in previous years spawned a separate show during Americana week dedicated to the category, but the WAS continues to host incomparable folk art dealers like Barbara Pollack, David Schorsch and Eileen Smiles, Alan Katz and Grace & Elliott Snyder. The eclectic but distinguished Tillou Gallery displays everything from pre-Columbian art to coins to 18th century American art and furniture. From Arader Galleries and Te Old Print Shop, buyers may browse selections of early prints and etchings; and the American aesthetic movement is beautifully represented by Associated Artists. Any attempt to list the bevy of signifcant professionals who comprise the show is daring at best, for fear of leaving out a respected frm or individual. In addition to the impressive score of dealers, the WAS always includes a loan exhibition, lecture series and a number of social events kicked off by the glamorous opening night

party. Celebrity watchers will not be disappointed as a veritable who’s who of the Upper East Side shells out $2,500 per person to have frst shot at the best inventory in the show. At $200 per ticket, the Young Collectors Night is a more approachable ticket for new collectors, emerging philanthropists, and art and design enthusiasts, and includes a private reception with a number of recognized interior design professionals ready to lend advice about decorating with antiques. Daily tickets to shop the show are available for a mere $25. Loan exhibitions are always featured at the entrance to the show; in 2016 items from the Wadswoth Atheneum in Hartford, Connecticut will be displayed. Lecture series span collecting interests, and are often accompanied by book-signings, giving visitors many reasons to return to the show across the ten-day run. Proceeds from the Winter Antiques Show benefit the important educational and social services work of the East Side House Settlement. Te Winter Antiques Show will be held January 22 - 31, 2016. More information about the show, the Armory on Park and the East Side House Settlement may be found at winterantiquesshow.com. To explore the variety of auctions and shows rounding out Americana Week, send us an email for details and suggestions for visiting - amelia@garths.com.. sl Amelia & Jef Jefers are co-owners of two fne art, antique and bespoke collectibles companies: Garth's of Delaware, Ohio and Selkirk of St. Louis, Missouri.

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Te Gracious Guest... Host & H Hostess Gifs

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1-4) Laminate-coated envelope clutches from Kent Stetson feature whimsical designs and 3D elements ($198/each; kentstetson.com). 2) Te Big bu 10.5" tall statue available in black, clear or gold laser cut Plexiglass ($185-$195; bu-designs.com). 3) Baccarat Papillon Lucky Butterfy in clear iridescent ($200; us.baccarat.com). 4) Designed by Naoko Shintani for Alessi, Te Kaleidos basket is a simple concept of folding a sheet of steel produces a kaleidoscope-efect that refects, deforms and multiplies whatever you choose to display in endless dimensions ($120; alessi.com). 5) From De Vecchi Milano 1935, the Trebok pitcher is available in silver, a limited edition of 99, pieces or silver plated ($3,500 and $1,500; devecchi.com). 6) Seletti umbrella featuring graphics from the December 2012 issue of Toiletpaper magazine ($50; shoptoiletpaper.com). 7) From Apple and HermĂ¨s, the Double Tour features an HermĂ¨s watch face remained by Apple designers and a leather strap that wraps twice around the wrist. Available in four colors ($1,250; apple.com). 8) Rufno Bruschetta Board by Noble Goods is handmade by design duo Molly FitzSimons and Christopher Moore in their Brooklyn studio out of walnut with an olive branch motif of inlaid burgundy and smoke-colored resin ($175; noblegoods.com). 9) Based in Nashville, Paddywax is an artisan candle and home fragrance company that hand-pours soy wax into unique decorative votives. Available in a variety of aromatic fragrances ($10-$30; paddywax.com). 10) Vibrant pillows from PHAX are fashioned from patterned swim fabrics of collections past and present ($60; phax.com.co).

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Sound-Bomb portable speaker from Crosley features Bluetooth connectivity and a 1/4" microphone jack ($149.95; crosleyradio.com).

Ornament made using a custom stamp from Tree Designing Women's line of custom stampers and embossers ($29-$49; threedesigningwomen.com).

From Frette - top to bottom: New Light ivory cashmere stole ($950); Anonmio chevron-patterned cashmere throw ($2,200); Bliss cosseting cashmere throw ($1,100); Olga knitted blanket ($6,200); Naomi wold and silk woven blanket ($4,200; frette.com).

Juicepresso Platinum is the only cold press juicer with a one-piece extraction system for easy cleaning and reassembly, that doubles as a sorbet and smoothie maker ($549; juicepressousa.com).

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HOTEL CONFIDENTIAL

Omni Bedford Springs Resort Written by Bridget Williams Water can be curative or catastrophic. For the Omni Bedford Springs Resort, water is both its raison d'être and a force that almost wiped it off the map nearly 200 years later. In 1796 Dr. John Anderson “discovered” mineral springs tucked in the Allegheny Mountains of south-central Pennsylvania, an area long revered as sacred healing grounds for the Iroquois and Shawnee tribes. Word quickly spread about the “healing waters,” and soon, people from all over the country converged upon Bedford seeking a cure for what ailed them. In an effort to accommodate the masses, Dr. Anderson devised plans for an ambitious hotel and purchased a large tract of land whose sole structure was a grist mill. His initial hotel, opened in 1806, continued to be enlarged over the years until the Georgian-style building stretched nearly a quarter mile from end-to-end. The expansion of the railroad made the area easily accessible for residents of DC, Philadelphia and New York, who sought solace in the pristine outdoors from increasingly polluted city life. 50 slmag.net

The resort’s golf course, first laid out by Spencer Oldham in 1895, is one of the oldest courses in the United States. Now known as the Bedford Springs Old Course, the most recent refurbishment saw the restoration of the natural spring bed with native grasses and other natural materials indigenous to the food plain, as well as water features apparent at nearly every hole. Eleven U.S. presidents have visited the resort: Tomas Jeferson, Andrew Jackson, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James Polk, James Buchanan, James Garfield, William Howard Taft, Dwight Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. Buchanan received the frst transatlantic cable sent from England to the U.S. at the hotel in August of 1958. His summer in residence at the resort prompted it to be referred to as the “Summer White House.” Despite being designated a National Historic Landmark in 1984, the hotel closed its doors in 1986, was nearly destroyed by a fash food in 1988, and fell into great disrepair before being purchased a decade later. Following an extensive $120 million renovation and restoration, the property reopened to overnight guests in 2007.

Te mineral spring-fed indoor pool.

Relaxation room at the Eternal Springs Spa.

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Te hotel lobby.

Fishing at Red Oak Lake.

Firepit outside the 1806 Frontier Tavern.

Tere are 25 miles of hiking and biking trails on property.

Executive Chef David Noto joking with guests during a cooking demonstration.

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Te Bedford Springs Old Course.

Te Eternal Springs Spa.

Today, the 2,200-acre, 216-room, four-season resort represents an ideal balance of old and new. Toughtful interior design presents period antiques and historical photographs in such a way as to convey a feeling of being welcomed into a grand, stylish family home versus a staid museum. Te heart of the hotel – the mineral spring-fed indoor pool – retains its historic charm. It is fun to imagine what would be said if walls could talk. Though I didn’t experience anything paranormal, there are stories of guests that have reported ghostly encounters with spirits of soldiers and small children who mysteriously appear in photographs taken at the resort. The Eternal Spring, the name of the area’s eighth mineral spring, discovered during the 2007 renovation, serves as the moniker for the hotel’s 30,000-square-foot spa, which was designed to blend with the resort’s Georgian architecture. A total of 15 treatment rooms provide for a wide range of services, including the Bedford Baths signature bathing ritual, massage, body wraps, hydrotherapy, refexology, skincare, and specialty services such as Intuitive Touch, Shamanic and Reiki Healing, and Acutonics. As a full-service resort, there are ample dining and recreational options on property, and nearby excursions are ideal for early American history buffs. A sampling of the more active pursuits include 25 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails over varying

terrain; a seasonal outdoor pool (part of a $1.5 million aquatic center); Segway and UTV trail tours; an archery center; fshing in Red Oak Lake; and a well-equipped ftness center. From rustic to refned, the fve on-site dining options overseen by Executive Chef David Noto provide something for every palette. For foodies, his engaging and highly entertaining cooking demonstrations and classes are a must-do. Serving breakfast and dinner, the elegant Crystal Room presents farm-to-table cuisine from its exhibition kitchen. Closely refective of the hotel’s history, the intimate, candlelit rooms of the 1796 Room serve up traditional hearty fare, focusing on steaks, chops, fsh and fowl. Next to the 1796 Room, the original stone walls up the ambiance in the circa 1806 Frontier Tavern, which serves lunch, dinner and drinks; an adjacent outdoor fre pit is popular for its nightly s’mores service. Casual fare and gourmet-to-go is served at the Che Sara Cafe, located near the indoor pool; Te Turtle Shell at the outdoor pool; and Feight’s Folly, near the golf course’s 10th green. Located three miles south of Exit 146 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the resort is an accessible scenic drive from several metropolitan areas: Pittsburgh (90 minutes), Washington, DC (two hours), Baltimore (two hours), Philadelphia (three hours) and New York City (four hours). For more information or reservations, visit omnihotels/Bedford. sl slmag.net

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1994, will be designated for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS ($67; store.alessi.com). 10) Engraved coasters from Dempsey & Carroll ($16/4; dempseyandcarroll.com). 11) Set of six liqueur glasses from Moser in the Pope, Copenhagen, Splendid, Adele, Melikof, Marienbad and Lady Hamilton patterns ($1,160; moserusa.com). 12) Made in Italy and limited to 100 pieces, the Club cocktail cabinet from Armani/Casa features an X-shaped frame in a natural brass fnish; an outer lining of technical shagreen fabric; black straw marquetry on the front doors; and metallized grey lacquer interior fnish (price upon request; armanicasa.com). 13) Te Equator bar from Boca Do Lobo features a hand-hammered copper globe (price upon request; bocadolobo.com). 14) Carbon barstool designed by Bertjan Pot for Moooi (price upon request; moooi.com). 15) Te Grifth Bar Cabinet from Kelly Wearstler is adorned with half moon pyrite orbs on the exterior doors and features a gold-leafed steel base and interior of ceded glass mirror and tobacco-stained walnut ($13,485; kellywearstler.com).

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1) Lagos 18k gold and sterling silver black spinel Deco ring ($1,500; lagos.com). 2) Sethi Couture pink tourmaline and green diamond cocktail ring in 18K white gold (price upon request; sethicouture.com). 3) Sethi Couture white rose cut diamond ring with golden yellow diamond accents in 18K blackened gold (price upon request; sethicouture.com). 4) "Delicate" cocktail ring from Orianne Collins Jewelry in white gold, smoked quartz, pink sapphires and green sapphires ($9,850; oriannecollins.com). 5) Ivanka Trump Metropolis 18K yellow gold and pave diamond large dome ring ($10,950; ivankatrumpcollection. com). 6) Le Vian Couture 18k Strawberry Gold ring, with Chocolate Diamonds, Vanilla Diamonds, and a 6.35ct trillion cut Neon Tangerine Fire Opal ($12,597; levian.com). 7) Hands ring by Anthony Lent in 18k yellow gold, rutilated quartz, diamond and cabochon ruby (price upon request; anthonylent.com). 8) Novus ring from Yoko London in 18k rose gold with diamonds and Tahitian pearl (price upon request; yokolondon.com). 9) Armenta Old World oxidized silver and 18K yellow gold carved double emerald-cut ring with Malachite/ Rainbow Moonstone doublets and white and champagne diamonds ($3,490; armentacollection.com).

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1) Le Vian Couture 18k Vanilla Gold ring, featuring a 16.94ct lemon quartz center ($5797; levian.com). 2) Sutra ring in 18K rose gold with 4cts diamonds and 7 cts white opal and a 9ct pink opal ($15,000; sutrajewels.com). 3) White gold, amethyst, white diamond, emerald, peridot, ruby and pink sapphire ring from De Grisogono's Melody of Colours collection (price upon request; degrisogono.com). 4) Orange sapphire ring from Steven Kretchmer (price upon request; stevenkretchmer.com). 5) Le Vian 14k Strawberry Gold ring, with Chocolate Diamonds, Bubblegum Pink Sapphire, and an onyx center ($3517; levian.com). 6) Sethi Couture ruby and champagne diamond cocktail ring in 18K blackened gold (price upon request; sethicouture.com). 7) Suzanne Kalan 18K rose gold vitrine ring ($7,480; suzannekalan.com). 8) Ivanka Trump Empire 18K white gold, amethyst, green tourmaline and diamond ring ($4,900; ivankatrumpcollection.com). 8) Steven Kretchmer orange sapphire and diamond ring (price upon request; stevenkretchmer.com). 9) Riedel Superleggero Champagne Wine Glass ($139/each)

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Moët’s Festive So Bubbly bottle, a special reimagining of the House’s iconic Imperial Brut, perfectly embodies the end-of-year spirit, elevating the generous art of gift giving. Elegantly embellished with three-dimensional golden bubbles in place of its label, this statuesque sparkler is a visual representation of the beautiful bubbles inside, adding a touch of glistening glamour to festivities. The Festive So Bubbly is an especially appropriate holiday pick as Moët & Chandon celebrates its third year as Te Ofcial Champagne of New Year’s Eve in Times Square ($43; ReserveBar.com).

To celebrate the release of SPECTRE, the 24th James Bond adventure, Champagne Bollinger is launching SPECTRE Limited Edition, inspired by the style and sophistication of the world of Bond. Te Bollinger cuvée, a 2009 vintage, is encased in a chill box, designed by Carré Basset, which keeps the bottle chilled for two hours after refrigeration ($229; champagne-bollinger.com). (Ring) A whimsical creation by Lydia Courteille in 18K white gold with diamonds, red sapphires, and pearls (price upon request; lydiacourteille.com).

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Jaguar and Ferrari take top honors as Salon Privé marks its 10th anniversary Written by Andre James As evidenced by the stunning display of vehicles in the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance and the Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition at its new location on the superbly manicured lawns of Blenheim Palace, Salon Privé has cemented its position as the UK’s leading luxury classic and supercar show. Enjoying the three-day extravaganza for himself, the 12th Duke of Marlborough was impressed: “I am thrilled at how well the frst year of the Salon Privé Supercar Show went. It was fantastic to see such a huge range of amazing cars and to welcome so many enthusiasts. I very much look forward to next year’s event and hosting the show for years to come.’’ With in excess of 11,000 visitors attending, this year ofered something for both classic and modern car enthusiasts. Te two 62 slmag.net

competitions celebrated the beauty and passion of automotive design and engineering, with vehicles ranging from pre-war tourers to the latest super and hypercars. Te perennially popular Boodles Ladies’ Day, a longstanding highlight of Salon Privé, was another rousing success, combining stunning jewelry, elegant dresses and magnificent hats. A procession of Koenigseggs, led by Christian von Koenigsegg himself, escorted the 10 best-dressed women to the winner’s rostrum, where Alexa Watson was awarded the top prize. VIP guests enjoyed a quintessential English day out with lobster and champagne, as they took in motoring rarities such as the second ever UK viewing of the three hypercar track cars together – the Ferrari FXX K, Aston Martin Vulcan and McLaren P1 GTR.

Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke. Photo by Max Earey.

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Pagani Zonda Roadster. Photo by Max Earey.

Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke. Photo by Max Earey.

Besting 68 other highly competitive entrants, a Jaguar XK120 Jabbeke, owned by Kurt A. Engelhorn, stole the show at the Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance, considered one of the top three global Concours events. It triumphed over what some considered to be the favorite, a 1937 Delahaye 135MS Cabriolet, which received the coveted People’s Choice award and a special award for Most Elegant. With a focus on models from 1975 to the present, the inaugural Pirelli Performance & Prestige Competition on Saturday saw 69 super and hypercars square of in the famous Great Court of Blenheim Palace. Adding great dramatic efect, Horacio Pagani lead a procession of 11 Paganis (three Pagani Huayras and eight Pagani Zondas) onto the showfeld. Ferraris received many of the day’s awards, with a Ferrari 360 Challenge 64 slmag.net

Stradale winning the Built for Speed class and the Ferrari Superamerica taking the Feel the Breeze title. It was a LaFerrari owned by George Bamford that ruled the day, taking the top spot in the Blink and it’s Gone class and receiving the overall Pirelli Award for the day. “I was blown away to win at such an amazing event. It was a wonderful day, and the Bagley brothers did an outstanding job. It was a real tour de force of supercars, and it was a total surprise to win,” remarked Bamford. Andrew Bagley, Salon Privé managing director, commented, “In our first year at Blenheim Palace, we couldn’t be more thrilled. The Chubb Insurance Concours d’Elégance welcomed the best of the classic car world, while The Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition attracted a whole new audience to the spectacle of Salon Privé – all of whom loved the parade of super and hypercars.” sl

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CINQUE Ristorante by Nicolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Written by Sheree Allgood Photography by Andrew Kung

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It is possible to take that which is already outstanding and make it extraordinary. For close to 20 years Nicola and Maureen Pietoso have continued to elevate and refne the palates of Cincinnatians, frst with eponymous up-scale restaurant Nicola’s in Over-the-Rhine, then with hip and firty Via Vite on Fountain Square, and most recently, with the understated elegance and artistry of food found at Cinque Ristorante in Montgomery where the iconic Germano’s once stood. While Montgomery is a far cry from the Cinque Terre, the ancient villages that cling to the cliffs above the Italian Riviera, Cinque’s warm and inviting décor brings to mind a sunny afternoon at a family run trattoria. Te essence of fresh herb, mushroom, spices and hints of citrus greet you as you step through the door, a tease of loving things to follow. Te warm and rich wood hues, and splashes of happy orange immediately

put diners at ease and ready them to revel in the restaurant’s casual warmth; the inviting bar and adjacent dining room are decked out in old Italian wine and aperitif posters, as well as the artfully displayed wood lids of old wine boxes. Cinque’s selections are impressive, born of the mastery of flavors and textures imparted by Executive Chef Joel Molloy and his talented staf. Chef Molloy began experimenting in the kitchen at age 14, and his first foray into the culinary world was at Nicola’s where his mother was the frst employee of the Pietoso’s. After learning from three chefs already at Nicola’s, Chef Molloy ventured into the wider world, creating his own culinary masterpieces at the highly touted, highly innovative Alinea in Chicago, before returning to Cincinnati frst to the Palm Court and then again to Nicola’s as its Executive Chef in 2013.

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As told by Andrew Koehler, Cinque’s General Manager and son of Maureen and Nicola, “Joel is tremendously talented and innovative in his approach to food”, and cites the chef ’s love of putting favors together a la Modernist Cuisine: Te Art and Science of Cooking, a rather hefty and expensive tome on molecular gastronomy by Nathan Myhrvold. While it sounds like a work of science the results are more alchemy. Chef Molloy’s influence at Cinque is entirely sensational in the most quintessential meaning of the word. Each dish is a delight for the senses: sight, favor, aroma, texture, even sound. While the menu is not deep dish each dish is lovingly and expertly prepared. Cinque takes simple fresh ingredients, and from them coaxes the most refned favors and textures. Cinque’s house-made craft cocktails couple nicely with the Antipasti . The Ole’ Montgomery Crush is warm and robust, 68 slmag.net

bourbon heightened with a splash of raspberry. Think tasty nuanced Manhattan. Decidedly more Italian-inspired cocktails include the Orangecello Cosmo (liquid sunshine!) and the Bellinitini, an enhanced classic vodka martini, with light notes of peach and a splash of prosecco. Cinque’s Antipasti ofers the freshest and fnest of ingredients, each delicate bite is to be savored slowly and enjoyed fully. Especially tantalizing is the Bruschetta with Maine lobster, mascarpone and tangy lemon - simple yet rich ingredients placed atop a lightly woodfred, crispy sliver of bread combine for rich, piquant fnish with fresh chives raising the favor combination to masterful. Another beautiful Antipasti is seared Yellowfn Tuna with peppery lentils and hearts of palm. Tese ingredients are among the ancient staples of the Italian diet, and Cinque has a knack for making sophisticated modern dishes from this humble bounty.

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Cincinnati Opera’s Production of Puccini’s Turandot. Photo by David Bachman.

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Cinque’s playful use of ancient and re-discovered ingredients extends to the Insalate. Te Honey Crisp Apple and Quinoa salad is perhaps the most imaginative salad in the city - an autumnal twist bringing together sweet maple vinaigrette, butternut squash, creamy goat cheese, and the nutty crunch of homemade pecan chips. Other Insalate to be savored at are the Roasted Beet Salad (where the beets are pickled and roasted in house to enhance their earthy sweetness) and the Goat Cheese Salad where crisp fresh mix field greens hide a beautiful disc of grilled Bucheron goat cheese, sprinkled with lightly toasted pistachios, and fnished with a heavenly trufe vinaigrette. Te Primi Piatti is where many Italian restaurants stay the course. Here, however, Cinque has broken the pasta paradigm. Uncomplicated ingredients come together in the Sweet Potato Mezzaluna. Smoked pancetta, caramelized onions and brown butter are all beautifully combined with sweet potato puree in delicate half-moon pockets. A crumbled shortbread finish (known in the trade as spiced fregola) adds both sweetness and texture. The Potato Gnocchi is also a superb yet simple pasta dish presented with sophistication. House made gnocchi balanced atop a rich four cheese fondue of parmesan, fontina, la tur and gorgonzola swirls with black trufes and a sprinkling of fresh chives make for a truly vibrant dish. Secondi Piatti is refned and elegant and includes a Berkshire Pork Chop grilled to perfection and served with a creamy polenta

and spinach duo in a delicate lemon caper sauce and the favors come together enhancing this handsome cut of meat. Braised Short Ribs are presented with red wine jus, hen of the woods mushrooms and enough parsnip puree to soak up a gorgeous demi glace –a tender, tasty dish. Cinque’s knack for elevating the already extraordinary extends to their dessert selections. The pomegranate-nuanced Stuffed Pizzelles are tasty and crisp, framing a mound dark chocolate amaretto mousse. Te masters at Cinque have reinvented the classic Tiramisu by infusing ordinary ladyfngers with bright and luscious limoncello and deep rich espresso. The mocha and citrusy tang, paired with almond crème anglaise and almonds is surprisingly light and delicate. Cinque also ofers up a meticulously crafted Caramel Crème Brulee, with a signature twist… ribbons of dark chocolate espresso crunch and cofee whipped cream. For a lighter fnish to the meal, there is a mind-bending selection of Gelato and Sorbetto, and a Seasonal Fresh Fruit Tart with vanilla pastry cream and vanilla gelato. Cinque and its owners are eager to forge a lasting legacy in Montgomery, and hope for the kind of relationship where patrons are engaged and excited by the total experience says Koehler, “We are very excited to be part of the Montgomery community, and are eager to give back with our food and hospitality.” For reservations and to view Chef Joel Molloy’s seasonal menus please visit www.cinquerestaurant.com What is left to say but: When can I go back? sl

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VICTORIA MORGAN AND THE CINCINNATI BALLET Written by Lisa Stephenson Powell Photography by Peter Mueller On a Stygian afternoon, as rain pelleted the streets of downtown, Victoria Morgan, fresh from a rehearsal, settled into the second floor conference room at Cincinnati Ballet. The interior glass walls surrounding Ms. Morgan ofered a bird’s eye view of the front entrance, two rehearsal studios and their inhabitants: visitors leaving, choreographers stretching, dancers arriving and parents waiting. Leg warmers, toe shoes, back packs and bottles of water were everywhere, and the building was flled to bursting with palatable energy. Ms. Morgan, the Artistic Director and CEO of the Ballet, is tall, expectedly thin, and, in spite of the lateness of the day, had an enthusiasm that never faltered and a laugh that brimmed with warmth. It has been said that dancing with the feet is one thing, but dancing with the heart is quite another. Tere is no doubt where the soul of Ms. Morgan’s passion exists. Te 2016 – 2017 season will mark Ms. Morgan’s twentieth anniversary with the Cincinnati Ballet; she remembered being in awe upon seeing our skyline for the frst time and the goals that she brought to the Ballet as artistic director. “When I arrived it was

with the aesthetic of having been a dancer with the San Francisco Ballet, and my objectives were very clear,” she said. “I wanted to present an amazing repertoire; to have incredible choreographers; to hire tough, powerful dancers; to develop solid production values; and to work with wonderful designers. My vision was to have the Ballet become one of the top midrange companies in the country. As I have lived here, and have fallen in love with the rich vibrancy of this community, I have witnessed that evolution.” Ms. Morgan spent her childhood in Utah surrounded by a tightly knit Mormon family. Her great-great grandfather was a polygamist and everyone around her was a cousin, an aunt or an uncle. At the age of two Ms. Morgan was diagnosed with a stomach hernia and her pediatrician suggested physical exercise to ease the symptoms; she took unstructured movement classes before enrolling in ballet. Her initial relationship with dance toggled between love and hate (after all, there were cartoons to watch on Saturday mornings, which she loathed missing because of class). But eventually the little girl found an identity through dance and cherished the beauty of its physical artistry. slmag.net

“Women in my family, and in my community, were raised to be nurturers and supporters. We were not encouraged to give our point of view, to disagree, to show anger or to raise our voice,” she explained, “and I was not very articulate as a child. We were supposed to be proper and quiet, and men made all of the decisions. Dance was a lifesaver because as I became more skilled, and my body became stronger, I started to believe in myself. Dancers don’t talk during a ballet class, but they don’t lose their point of view either. As a technique evolves it permits a dancer to convey emotions. It’s quite ironic that a ballet studio filled with swans and fairies felt real to me, and became my place of power. Tere’s hardly anything more basic than the human body in motion, which allowed me to access myself in ways that I could not have done otherwise. Suddenly it was OK to have feelings, and to use their power to develop my craft.” When Ms. Morgan entered the University of Utah as a dance major her parents were cautiously supportive (What about paying

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the rent? What will you do when your dance career ends? Can it be a serious profession?). Nonetheless she became a member of Ballet West, which was on campus of the university, and completed scholastic requirements while on six week bus tours with the ensemble. “It taught me how to think critically, and it made me realize that if I wanted something badly enough I could fgure out twenty ways to make it happen.” After attaining her master’s degree in performing, Ms. Morgan moved to California to dance with the San Francisco Ballet. She didn’t have a contract, an income or a proper place to live but, undaunted, she loved the city, the company and their repertoire. Ms. Morgan was permitted to take class and learn choreography in the back of the studio for rehearsals, and when a dancer became injured she was hired, which brought an end to her somewhat Bohemian lifestyle and replaced it with a ten year career at one of the most respected ballet companies in the world.

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After ten amazing seasons with San Francisco Ballet, Ms. Morgan made the difcult decision to retire from dancing. And so, at the age of 35, she landed a job with Deloitte, Haskins & Sells as an event planner. Te juxtaposition was brutal. Te lush bouquets presented at the end of a performance were gone; the echo of ‘Bravo’ became a memory; applause never made its way into the corporate boardroom; and her life was devoid of glamour. “Psychologically it was a very difcult period of time for me. I felt unappreciated – no one clapped. And,” she added with a laugh, “I could not believe what a bad event planner I was.” Tere’s a Yiddish proverb: “Good things happen gradually over time. Great things happen all at once.” And just like that, while moving vertically instead of horizontally, her future was decided. “I was in an elevator going to my job on the 26th foor and the sound system played Gluck’s Chaconne. I remembered dancing to it, performing Balanchine’s choreography, and how it felt to have the light of the stage on my face with the gorgeous music in my body. It was a strong kinetic memory, and I rode the elevator up and down until I had mentally and emotionally danced the entire pas de deux. I knew then, that in some way and in some capacity, I had to return to dance.” Ms. Morgan joined the San Francisco Opera as their ballet mistress and eventually became their resident choreographer. Te association gave her the opportunity to work with outstanding singers and directors, and introduced her to a completely different set of production values and rehearsal processes. She spent a decade with the Opera, but dancers were not the jewels of the evening and, she missed the highly trained bodies and the 80 slmag.net

physical drive of top professional dancers taking the limelight at the center of the stage. Cincinnati Ballet beckoned and she moved east. Ms. Morgan admitted that every shift of her career has a different story behind it, but few seem as dichotomous as her appointment as CEO in 2008. Te Ballet was in debt, the stock market tanked and the recession walloped the country. Wearing two hats at the same time was not easy and, often, there was an internal push and pull between artistic wants and executive needs. But now the organization is enjoying the best financial health that it has had during her tenure. Tere are twenty-six dancers in the Company, sixteen members of the Second Company, and thirty employees on the artistic, production, academy and administrative staff. Approximately 2,000 households have subscriptions and more than 60,000 attend performances annually. Cincinnati Ballet has become a creative force within the larger dance community, commissioning world premiere works and exploring unique collaborations with artists as diverse as Grammy winning guitarist Peter Frampton and popular, Ohiobased band Over the Rhine. In 2011 Ms. Morgan re-choreographed Frisch’s Presents the Nutcracker, which is seen annually by 30,000 patrons. “It’s such a colorful, bright and lively ballet,” she said, “and I loved putting it together. I had a wonderful time introducing new ideas and working with our designers John Ezell, Trad Burns and Carrie Robbins. We believed that the ballet was important to the community and a great deal was invested in the production. For many families Te Nutcracker is a multi-generational tradition. It

tells people that Christmas has arrived. It’s fun, it captures the imagination of audiences of all ages and exudes magic, humor and exquisite dancing. For many, it’s the show that introduced them to this wonderful art form. Te Nutcracker displays the richest visual candy in our repertoire and is our most important educational adventure! Most of our dancers had their frst experience on stage in Te Nutcracker and many staf, donors and board members frst fell in love with ballet attending performances with their parents and relatives visiting for the holidays.” Cincinnati Ballet will bring back another family favorite in February when the company presents Cinderella, choreographed by Ms. Morgan, paired with the captivating music of Prokofev, and spectacularly played by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Ms. Morgan is updating her choreography from six years ago, the last time Cincinnati Ballet performed Cinderella. Te sets and costumes are being redone, refurbished and updated with a plush fairy tale patina. Tere will be a brand new beautiful carriage and a new magically changing dress from rags to a princesses’ gown. “I am a sucker for romance and I am having so much fun creating new choreography to best represent the talents of our amazing dancers. Cincinnati Ballet’s Cinderella is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the one (or ones) you love.” While family ballets are good for the bottom line and educational eforts, Cincinnati Ballet is not only a ballet company for the youth. It is recognized nationally as a strong artistic company with ballets that challenge adult points of view, and help audiences perceive life in a new light, in ways that change perspectives and observations about humanity. The edginess of

the New Works program elicits “Wow” reactions. The Kaplan New Works Series stands in defance of traditional expectation and is bursting with world premieres - essential in the grooming of a future generation of dance lovers. In contrast, Mozart’s Requiem, which was performed in March of 2015, evoked contemplative refection. “A woman who had lost a child told Adam Hougland, the choreographer, that she had put on a strong front, but the production was so powerful and poignant that it allowed her to weep for the frst time, and to express her emotional grief.” Dancers at Cincinnati Ballet represent a small United Nations of backgrounds: Chinese, Hispanic, Caucasian, Puerto Rican and African American. “It’s not an easy life,” she said, “and the competitive path of a performing career is never a straightforward move from Point A to Point B. But it’s very rewarding and is a world you don’t want to leave once you’re part of it.” Ms. Morgan was obsessed with becoming a ballet dancer but advises dancers to be open to all genres, companies, roles and locations where their aspirations and passion for dance can be fulflled in unexpected ways. Members of Cincinnati Ballet bring rich personalities and a wide range of experience to its common core. “When I watch an audition I look for a certain level of technique, musicality, a unique way of communicating on stage, bravery and someone who is willing to put their soul out there,” she said. “I feel that what we ofer is so distinctive. Movement is very special and our dancers, with the artistic staf, embrace our mission and vision: to bring hope and joy to the community through the power and passion of dance.” sl slmag.net

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BLAKE ROBISON AND A CHRISTMAS CAROL Written by Lisa Stephenson Powell

Photography by Sandy Underwood

When Tallulah Bankhead was asked about the pitfalls of working in the theatre she quipped that the only person with guaranteed employment was the nighttime security guard. Nonetheless, and in spite of aching competition, thousands of young, ambitious and talented actors pour into New York City every day. Armed with degrees from university training programs, they arrive determined to make their mark on the Great White Way. Blake Robison, Artistic Director of the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park (CPP), is familiar with that journey, although some of his steps didn’t trace the expected path. Mr. Robison grew up in Middlebury, Vermont, a bucolic college town infused with New England charm. His father was president of Middlebury College and the campus hosted a steady stream of cultural events that included performances by members of the theatre department. His parents came to appreciate the theatre while studying at Oxford where they saw performances by a youthful Judi Dench playing “Juliet,” and Peter O’Toole as “Shylock,” both at nascent points in their careers with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Mr. Robison majored in theatre at Williams College and until his sophomore year toggled between the choice of a career in the performing arts versus one on the playing feld. “I knew that 82 slmag.net

I wanted to pursue acting seriously when I realized that I would never be a World Cup Soccer player and that I couldn’t hit a curve ball,” he said. After completing his postgraduate work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill he moved to New York and began pounding the pavement. His days as an actor followed a quotidian routine of open casting calls, auditions, signing with an agent and regional theatre work. For six months he was in the ensemble of the National Actors Teatre, which performed classics on Broadway and was founded by Tony Randall. During that time he appeared in minor roles and understudied others, but without a degree from Yale School of Drama or Juilliard he found it difficult to land high level auditions. And so, proving Tomas Wolfe wrong, Mr. Robison packed up, left New York and returned home. When his parents advised him, “New Yorkers aren’t the only people who are entitled to great theatre,” Mr. Robison took it to heart and founded the Vermont Stage in Burlington. He devoted himself to directing and producing, carving his niche in the industry. After a brief return to New York Mr. Robison moved to Knoxville with his wife and then infant son. For fve “amazing” years he wore two hats: head of the theatre department at the University of Tennessee and artistic director of the Clarence Brown Teatre.

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“I learned the business of the arts there – institutional concerns like stafng, payroll and HR regulations,” he continued. “Tere are multiple aspects to running a big theatre: donor relations, fundraising, and being the public face of the organization. It’s possible for a person to be an excellent director but an inefective artistic director; it’s a very specifc skill set.” Although Knoxville was the right place at the right time, Mr. Robison knew that it wouldn’t be a long term ft; in 2005 he was recruited quietly by the Round House Teatre near the DC area where he remained until joining CPP four years ago. Te world, and the world of theatre, has changed in the past twenty-five years. When Mr. Robison began his career actors retrieved messages from answering services, regional theatres (even the nonprofits) had robust subscription bases and there were fewer entertainment choices. “The shift has been titanic,” he said, “and we’ve had to become savvier about marketing ourselves, about explaining the worth of our institutions and fnding new ways to expand our presence in the community. The Playhouse has a subscription base of 13,500 -- the largest of any nonprofit theatre in Ohio -- and we are grateful for it. But at the same time we face the challenge that many people have become cultural samplers. Tey want “this” but not “that.” Tere are so many options vying for their time that many patrons have become more selective, picking and choosing their events from a wide variety of sources. But when you subscribe to the Playhouse for the season, and take the

entire journey with us, there are always little hidden gems and wonderful surprises. Te theatre can delight in unexpected ways, and we hope that people will make those discoveries with us.” CPP has had a symbiotic relationship with Cincinnati for 50 years and, as one of the larger art institutions in the city, has been a standard bearer for quality. Most of the casts feature New York actors with major Broadway, Of-Broadway and flm credits. Each production at CPP is conceived and assembled for our community, in stark contrast to a pre-packaged tour that begins in one city and travels to ten others. While every show may not be everyone’s favorite, CPP has continuously produced top notch theatre experiences at the highest level of professionalism. Over the decades other small and midsize theatres have been founded, and have matured, here, basking in their cultural lead. Annually over 130,000 people attend performances at the Marx Theatre and the Thompson Shelterhouse, but there are 50,000 other enthusiasts whose lives are infuenced by CPP. “We have a robust education department and an extensive network of educational partners,” Mr. Robison explained. “Many in the additional headcount are students. We reach them in classrooms; we have in-school residencies; members of our acting intern company perform for children during the week and at community centers on weekends; and we offer student matinee programs. It’s a wonderful behind the scenes story at the Playhouse. Te students are a major constituency.” slmag.net

Mr. Robison would like to see more diversity in theatre, with works that refect the America of today, not just those with a Eurocentric focus. “If you believe that the purpose of theatre is to hold the mirror up to nature, as Hamlet said, then that mirror needs to reflect the entire community, and not just a particular demographic.” Tis season, for example, there are plays by AfricanAmerican and Latino writers and more than half of the plays produced by CPP are written by women. Mr. Robison is adamant that the industry must catch up with universities and corporations, who have prioritized and embraced diversity efectively. Troughout his career Mr. Robison has balanced two schedules. When he directs a show a special vein of creativity is tapped and rehearsals become a top priority. His purpose is to create an atmosphere that encourages the best work from his cast while he, like an editor, chooses and molds their ideas into a unifed tapestry. Alternatively, when a day entails artistic director responsibilities, there are promotional appointments, fundraising, and meetings with the staf, patrons and the board of trustees. Even then he often watches rehearsals, gives notes and oversees productions. When asked to describe his dream season, Mr. Robison answered somewhat reluctantly but with an enthusiastic smile. “I’m a big Shakespeare fan but I’ve never directed Hamlet,” he said. “It’s in my future but I don’t know when. The second show would be Guys and Dolls; I think it’s the great American musical and I just love it. Ten I would do an original play by an up and coming talent, introducing a new voice to our theatre 86 slmag.net

community. Tat’s always the highlight of any season. Te last production would be something colossal and epic. I’m intrigued by theatre events like Nicholas Nickleby which, when it ran in New York, was six hours long and included a dinner break. When a theatregoer invests that kind of time in a show the experience can become a memorable, life changing event.” Mr. Robison and his wife (“Te most selfess, supportive and generous person I know”) have two sons. Declan is ffteen and relishes history and theatre, while Callum, who is nine, is a soccer enthusiast. If Mr. Robison has free time on weekends he enjoys catching a broadcast game of British soccer with friends. Just as a career in the theatre requires malleability, so, too, does the vision of an institution as it embarks on the next half-century of its existence. While the past intertwines with the present, the present must be aligned with the future. “Artists shouldn’t make the mistake of thinking that there is only one way to practice their craft,” he concluded. “I started as a performer, became an artistic director and never thought that I would live in Cincinnati, but it’s turned into a true blessing. When you follow your heart, you continue to grow and discover new territory. Likewise, the Playhouse is growing in new ways. We will always produce a variety of shows – dramas, comedies, musicals and classics – and at the same time, we’re emphasizing works that are new, culturally diverse and family friendly because those audiences are vitally important. By joining together, we make the Playhouse a curious, passionate and diversifed place to explore the human experience.” sl

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The year of 1911 was filled with significant events. More than 145 garment workers died in New York City at The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, as victims were overcome by uncontrollable gauntlets of fre; the enigmatic Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre Museum and was not recovered for two years; Cy Young retired at the age of 45, after pitching 906 games; Orville Wright remained airborne in a glider for ten minutes, shattering a decade long record; and the coronation of King George V was held in Westminster Abbey. But locally, quietly and just as symbolically a group of concerned citizens, which included the eponymous grocer Barney Kroger, incorporated an agency that would have a lasting connection with our city: the Cincinnati Association for the Welfare of the Blind. The Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI), as it became known in 2005, was founded to serve men who were homeless, blind and living on the streets of downtown. It provided them with a venue where they could learn a skill and earn a livelihood, enabling the men to make brooms and mops for an average wage of $6 a week. The organization has had three urban locations and its current headquarters strides an impressive footprint on Gilbert Avenue, banked against the skyline of the city and the entrance to Eden Park. John H. Mitchell, CEO, explained that the 104 year history of the organization, while impressive, was similar to other community-based entities around the country. “Tat’s how so many of us started,” he said. “We all had a level of social awareness, of counseling and of support, but then, during the 50s and 60s, things accelerated. CABVI added social workers and we hired on-site instructors to provide training. During the 80s we added services for children, we included a music therapy program and began our first computer access service. Today it’s called access technology

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training; there are devices with a refreshable braille display, so that people without sight can interact with computers. Apple has always been a cutting edge leader in technology, but their iPhone and iPad products are incredible and it’s amazing what can be done using their tap functions.” Mr. Mitchell grew up in Walnut Hills, attended St. Francis de Sales Grade School and Purcell High School, and earned two degrees from the University of Cincinnati, including a Master’s in public administration. His parents were interested in social justice and in meaningful causes; Mr. Mitchell recalled that his father wore a pin that stated ‘Give a Damn.’ “Tey really believed in humanity, equality and the importance of taking care of each other,” he said. Cincinnati is ranked the twentyeighth largest metropolitan area in the US and our United Way is the sixth largest in the country, a correlation that indicates the generosity of the community. After completing his education Mr. Mitchell was employed at UPS as a supervisor, a rigorous job that, he said, instilled discipline and time management skills that, even today, he fnds indispensable. During the 1980s and 1990s he worked at the Clovernook Center for the Blind before joining CABVI in 1999. “Tere have been forks in the road of my career,” he explained, “but Yogi Berra said, ‘If you see a fork, take it.’ I think that fexibility is key, as is the willingness to take on new challenges and embracing opportunities positively, even when the outcome may not be a success. I’m always impressed when I face an obstacle with my team and they respond, ‘Let’s do it.’ I recently heard a member of our board use the phrase, ‘failing forward,’ and I think that’s a great quote. Sometimes we learn more from our errors, and sometimes an organization has to take one step back to take two steps forward. If you encourage innovation – which we do – then part of innovation is accepting mistakes.”

CABVI has 150 employees, 90 of whom are staf members and 60 of whom work in the Industries Programs run by the agency. Te organization serves three counties in Kentucky and eight in Ohio, and assists nearly 5,000 people a year; the agency has over 600 volunteers. Nearly a quarter-century ago the United States became the frst nation to declare equality for citizens with disabilities and initiatives by the government, as well as by nonprofits, work to protect against discrimination. People with disabilities want lives that are comparable to those who are able-bodied. Their greatest desire is to be able to have a home, to have meaningful relationships and to secure gainful employment. CABVI has helped people reach those goals within the boundaries of the challenges they face, while helping to redefne their future. CABVI has distinguished itself as a nonproft “business” that administers services to the community. “Ofce Runway,” located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, sells an average of $1.2 million worth of products a year that are made by persons who are blind. At the Defense Logistics Agency in Columbus employees (thirteen of whom have significant vision loss) have, as part of a National program, re-obligated almost $600 million of unused funds to the U.S. Treasury from contracts that were obligated by the Department of Defense. It has been hailed as a win-win success for the Federal Government and agencies like CABVI. A recent addition to the CABVI Facebook page is “Cincy Sight.” Just two years old, the social enterprise sells ofce products and provides levels of service, cost and delivery that are comparable to Staples or Office Depot. Tree members of their staf, including the manager, are blind or visually impaired. Another very successful entity that operates twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, year round is WRRS. Te radio

information service merged with the organization in 1998 and now, with state of the art recording studios, over 30 publications are read for the blind, as well as for listeners who are print impaired, by more than 400 volunteers. Funding haunts the existence and goals of every nonproft, and the impact of the recent recession was difficult and concerning. Mr. Mitchell added that 2013 was also a challenging year. Because Congress didn’t reach a budget resolution, an automatic ten percent across the board cut was implemented and twenty-eight people were laid of for ten weeks. “It was a terrible time for us,” he added. Mr. Mitchell likened the elements of fnance to integral pieces of a monetary puzzle -- United Way, the State of Ohio, grants, funding campaigns, and sales of products and services. Each has its own synchrony and place in the large picture of their services. Mr. Mitchell and his wife have been married 34 years. Tey have four children, two grandchildren and their youngest son recently graduated from college, all of which he spoke about with familial pride. As CABVI forges into the next century it continues to practice the caring gentility of Nicholas Longworth’s era while utilizing the ambitiously aggressive innovations of Steve Jobs. “Our organization is very diverse,” Mr. Mitchell said, “and it’s wonderful to have a career that supports worthwhile principles. It’s rewarding to impact the lives of people, and to help their independence. Our brand motto is ‘Yes You Can,’ and the old cliché ‘Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff ’ is true. We are there for the cause, we’re in it for the mission and we concentrate on humanity. If a person can persevere and surmount stormy periods, then, with our assistance, they can confdently renew their sense of purpose in life, and can be reassured that brighter days are ahead.” sl

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CHARITABLE GIVING IN A TIME OF UNCERTAINTY BY ROBERT E. MESSINGER, CFS®, CLU®, ChFC®- SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT, UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC Donor advised funds. Te fastest growing form of philanthropy, donor advised funds ofer a simple and organized way to give. Donors make tax- deductible contributions of cash or securities to the fund, and can direct the fund to make grants to charities of their choice. Contributions are invested and professionally managed, giving donors the potential to have their contributions grow and make larger grants over time. Charitable trusts. Charitable trusts ofer an immediate income tax deduction and can be structured to provide an income stream to either the donor or the charity. Charitable Remainder Trusts allow the donor to transfer assets to the trust and receive payments for a certain term, with the charity receiving any remaining assets at the end of that term. Charitable Lead Trusts pay the income stream to the charity, with any remaining assets in the trust passing to the donor’s heirs free of gift and estate taxes.

In the current economic environment, smart giving requires the same carefully constructed, strategic thinking that we apply to the rest of your finances. Even during the recession, almost half of all donors made gifts at the same level as in years past, with 26% of donors actually increasing their gift levels.* We need to be sure your philanthropic eforts are aligned with your other financial strategies so that charitable aspirations aren’t fulfilled at the expense of important objectives, and vice versa. Most people practice a form of “checkbook philanthropy,” which involves simply writing checks regularly to a particular organization, or randomly in response to requests from multiple organizations and individuals. While donating cash is simple and straightforward, it doesn’t always ofer optimal tax advantages. Donating appreciated securities—instead of selling the securities frst, paying capital gains tax and then contributing the proceeds— may be a better alternative. If the charity sells the stock after it receives the donation, as a tax-exempt organization, it will not pay tax on the capital gains triggered by the sale. CHARITABLE GIVING VEHICLES Besides what to donate—cash, securities or tangible assets like cars and art— another major issue to consider is how. You may choose to give to charity outright or donate through a charitable vehicle, such as a donor advised fund, private family foundation, charitable trust, gift annuity or pooled income fund. All ofer various tax benefts but difer in their structure and administrative requirements. Tree of the most common are:

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Private foundations. Private foundations are often established with larger donations by an individual or family to further a charitable purpose. Tey ofer donors control over grants and a way to encourage heirs to get involved in philanthropy. Private foundations, however, can have high administrative costs, ofer a more limited income tax deduction, and require an annual distribution to charity of 5% of foundation assets. If you’d consider yourself a checkbook philanthropist or you just want to know how to get more out of your charitable giving, let’s talk about ways to make your philanthropy more organized and efective. We can discuss: • Which organizations you want to support • How to track and organize your gifts • If you want to direct how funds should be used • Ways to encourage the next generation to become philanthropists in their own right I look forward to talking with you about how we can integrate charitable giving with your overall wealth management plan. If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me. *Te 2008 Study of High Net Worth Philanthropy, “Issues Driving Charitable Activities Among Afuent Households,” Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, Sponsored by Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, March 2009. Tis article has been written and provided by UBS Financial Services Inc. for use by its Financial Advisors. As a frm providing wealth management services to clients, we ofer both investment advisory and brokerage services. Tese services are separate and distinct, difer in material ways and are governed by diferent laws and separate contracts. For more information on the distinctions between our brokerage and investment advisory services, please speak with your Financial Advisor or visit our website at ubs.com/workingwithus. UBS Financial Services Inc., its affiliates, and its employees are not in the business of providing tax or legal advice. These materials and any tax-related statements are not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used or relied upon, by any such taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding tax penalties. Any such taxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayer’s particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. ©UBS 2014. All rights reserved. UBS Financial Services Inc. is a subsidiary of UBS AG. Member FINRA/SIPC. D-UBS-A1F04411 110707- 3109

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Happy Feet Ball, Highlander Event Center, 7-11PM, charitiesguildnky.com Ruthven/Stobart Opening Gala, Eisele Gallery of Fine Art, 6-9:00PM, eiselefneart.com Ruthven/Stobart Opening Gala, Eisele Gallery of Fine Art, 12:00-3:00PM, eiselefneart.com Junior League’s Tour of Kitchens, Keidel (for ticket pick-up), 11-3PM, jlcincinnati.org Cancer Family Care Annual Wine Tasting, Manor House, 6:00-10:00PM, cancerfamilycare.org Hospice of the Bluegrass Gala, Cincinnati Airport Marriott, 6-11PM, hospicebg.org/nkygala Dancing With Our Hearts Charity Event, Phoenix, 6-11PM, dancingwithyourhearts.com Talbert House Gala 50th Anniversary, Hyatt Regency, 6:30-10PM, talberthouse.org/news/events Kindervelt #50 Fashion Show, Kenwood CC, 10AM, kvprojects@kindervelt.org CancerFree KIDS Celebration Dinner, Manor House, 6PM, cancerfreekids.org Kick for Crohn’s and Colitis, Paul Brown Stadium, 6-10PM, ccfa.org Kindervelt Gala and Market, Cooper Creek Event Center, 6-10:30PM, kvprojects@kindervelt.org Cars, Cigars, and Style, Blaine’s , 6-9PM, 2015ccs.eventbrite.com The Meat Ball for Cystic Fibrosis, Hilton Netherlands Plaza, 6PM, themeatball.eventscff.org Children’s Home of NKY Charity Ball, Cincinnati Airport Marriott, 6:30PM, chnk.org/charityball Bourbon and Bowties, Music Hall, 7PM, swo.jdrf.org/events/bourbon-bow-tie-bash/ Cincinnati Opera Ball, Hilton Netherlands Plaza, 6:30PM, cincinnatiopera.org opera.org A Christmas Carol, Playhouse in the Park, cincyplay.com

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ZOOFARI

Hundreds brought out their best for Zoofari 2015. Live entertainment of all kinds few, crawled, sang, and danced through the night. Guests were treated to one-of-a-kind interactions with wildlife as well as dozens of dinner by the bite samplings from all of the top restaurants and caterers of the city.

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DIGS Real Estate|Design|Construction| hosted its 12th annual SHINDIG brunch for family, friends, clients, kids and four-legged friends on Sunday October 4th in conjunction with the 49th annual Hyde Park Square Art Show. Te weather was crisp and quintessentially Fall and the food quintessentially Cincinnati thanks to catering by the fne folks at the venerable Echo restaurant.

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1) Beatriz Cardenas, Jonathan Cohen, Mariza Cohen, Brian Gibson, Chris Browner, John Browner 2) Te Lipp Family 3) Nadine Rewick, Rick Greiwe, George Rewick, Karen Columbus 4) Bruce and Noreen Daniel, Jody and Scott Scharfenberger 5) Steve & Jeanne Dinnerstein 6) Jack, John & Tea Russell 7) Marijke Woodruf, David Wellinghof, Tom & Karen Bosse 8) Kim Decker, Jennifer Gibson, Vanessa Wayne, Naomi Dallob 9) Bill Keating, Margaret Irvin 10) Bridgette and Jack Tucker

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PINK RIBBON LUNCHEON

Robin Roberts wowed a sold out crowd of 1,650 at the Pink Ribbon Luncheon presented by Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati. Te Good Morning America co-host headlined a record-breaking event as she shared her story of courage and resilience at the Cris Collinsworth ProScan Fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 14th annual fundraiser. Roberts made her entrance during the live auction when she joined emcee Cris Collinsworth on stage to sell studio audience tickets for Good Morning America. Te winning bid was $20,000, the highest amount raised on a single auction item in the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Minutes after the auction ended, Roberts began her speech by announcing that she would match the bid with a $20,000 donation of her own.

1) Cris Collinsworth, Patty Brisben 2) Hengameh meh Nassef, Nassef Nancy Hefr, Hefr Elizabeth Kuresman 3) Mary Kenealy Kenealy, Holly Collinsworth Collinsworth, Janet Allen 4) Avanti Vedivelu, Evon Pitcock, Donna Abdelnour, Kourtney McBryar 5) Norma Rashid, Becky Taylor, Susan Burch, Sally Muehlenkamp 6) Kay Acker, Todd Frazier, Susan Tarvin, Katherine Redden, Jackie Frazier 7) Sue Renard, Chris Owens, Mary Schnitzler 8) Chris Collinsworth, Robin Roberts 9) Ashley Collinsworth, Kerry Conley, Jean Farley, Ellie Farley 10) Marireen Sweeney, Amy Russert, Judi Tobin, Patty Steinman 11) Suzanne Goodpaster, Maggie Fennell, Casey Fennell

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PBF

Sparkling diamonds, scarlet lips and sophisticated gowns took center stage Oct. 10 as we celebrated the Patty Brisben Foundation’s 10 years of success advocating for women’s sexual health at the 10th Annual Fundraising Gala! (Talk about a perfect 10!). Te PBF would like to thank, from the bottom of our hearts, the hundreds of sponsors, guests, and volunteers who make this fantastic event possible each year. Tanks to your generosity, the PBF raised more than $214,000 and counting for the betterment of women’s sexual health. 3

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LYS FASHION, FOOD, FRIENDS & FUN

More than 250 guests enjoyed Fashion, Food, Friends & Fun, the annual fall fundraiser for Lighthouse Youth Services. Lisa Levine hosted the event at her home in Indian Hill on September 17. Te afternoon included lunch by the bite, wine by the glass, fashion and accessory boutiques, and a rafe. All the food was generously donated by some of Cincinnatiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fnest restaurants and caterers, and the boutiques graciously gifted 20% of the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sales to Lighthouse. Te event raised more than $80,000. Proceeds will support Lighthouse eforts to end youth homelessness in Cincinnati. Lighthouse Youth Services provides a wide range of residential, educational, and mental health support services for children, youth, and families.

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1) Guests Buying Products 2) Christine Ryan, Nancy Shepardson, Barb Bennie 3) Allison Kahn, Event Chair Kristie Sheanshang, Libby Simmons 4) Karen Abel and Allison Kahn 5) WLWT News 5 anchor Sheree Paolello 6) Event Speaker Jessica Schumacher, Host Lisa Levine, Rhonda Sheakley, with LYS CEO Bob Mecum

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LIVE ON CET!

CET held the organization’s annual LIVE on CET! fundraising gala Tursday, September 24, 2015 at the Music Hall Ballroom. Tis year’s gala honored 3 CDC and was themed “Let’s Build it Together.” With close to 600 people in attendance, the gala raised more than $200,000 for public television. CET is a service of Public Media Connect along with TinkTV. Together the stations bring PBS programming, local shows, educational opportunities and access to the arts to Southwest Ohio.

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1) Live televised auction. 2) Committee members Rosalyn Staadeker, Libby Sharrock, Janet Huston, Barbara Bushman, Joycee Simendinger, Nancy Wagner, Patty Wagner & Kevin O’Dell 3) Sue Ellen Stuebing, Alice Sparks, Barbara Kellar 4) Caroline Dunn, Jake Geglein, Lisa Geglein, Annette DiTommaso & Lee Bansil 5) Stephen & Helen Rindsberg 6) Larry & Peggy Magnesen 7) Adrienne Cowden & Eric Avner 8) Steve & Susan Black 9) Dr. Odell Owens

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For the 3rd Annual Galloping Pig, the BowTie Foundation collaborated with the University of Cincinnati Gen-1 Teme House & Program to host nearly 500 guests, raising $14,000 for studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; etiquette training. Te BowTie Foundation is a charitable and educational organization, which fosters the personal development of underprivileged youth through diferent outreach programs and grants, while the Gen-1 Teme House is an innovative University of Cincinnati initiative that promotes the academic success of frst-generation, need-based college students. Guests enjoyed live music from Lagniappe, food from Eliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barbeque, and a polo match between the TriHealth (victors) and BowTie Foundation teams.

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Guests flled the Cintas Center to celebrate the achievements of fve new Laureate Business Hall of Fame inductees on October 1st. Bob Sumerel, Dianne Dunkelman, Dave Philips, Mel Fisher, and Ted and Matula Gregory were celebrated at the event for their life long achievements as business and philanthropic leaders of Cincinnati.

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1) Ted & Matula Gregory Family 2) Te Mel Fisher Framily 3) Dianne Dunkelman, Peter Schwartz, Phoebe Pardo, Alex Pardo, Sawyer Pardo, Joshua Dunkelman, Justin Clinger, Dale Lamson 4) Megan Chalupsky, Patty Brisben, Jody Schoulthies 5) Tim Elsbrock, Lori Wellinghof, Mark Busher 6) Te Bob Sumeral Family 7) Jean & Jeanne Robert 8) Te Dave Phillips Family

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Dress For Success hosted its annual fashion show at the Horseshoe Casino. Saks hosted the runway show which showcased the Lafayette 148 New York Fall Collection. Edward Wilkerson, creative director for the collection made a personal appearance to everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight.

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BLOOM FOR STEPPING STONES

Stepping Stonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bloom event on Sept. 12 netted a record $300,000 for Stepping Stonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; programs for children, teens and adults with disabilities in Greater Cincinnati. Te 11th annual end-of-summer fundraiser drew more than 450 guests to Greenacres Arts Center in Indian Hill. Presenting sponsor was PNC Bank. Te event included tapas dining donated by 28 restaurants and caterers, a silent auction, rafe and live music by Te Company.

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