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June 25,
2008
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| Dear Reader,
Editor's note:
The Finke family has been busy this summer--already we're
starting video camp, finishing College Hill Knothole Baseball,
and are completely through with Shakespeare Camp (an amazing
opportunity for kids with acting talent right here in the city
of Cincinnati). Add that to volleyball camp (still to come),
travel, and swimming, and it's enough to make your co-editor
long to go to work for a change of pace.
But the biggest thing the Finke Family has done lately
has been building and driving College Hill's car for the Soap
Box Derby. A Cincinnati tradition since 1934, the derby was
discontinued in the 1970s and was revived just three years ago
by enthusiast and tireless promoter Doug Newberry. This year,
thanks to the Mayor's Cup challenge, more than 20 neighborhood
cars were part of the race. It was great to see kids from all
over the city gathered together just to have fun together. All
the families and supporters had a great time cheering them on.
Now the race is over and the car is stowed in our garage
(anyone have storage space available?). But Team College Hill
will be back next year, bigger and better than ever! We can't
let Pleasant Ridge have all the glory!!
Gail Finke,
co-editor
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| Soccer Balls Reach Iraq
College Hill native Lt. Nick Farfsing writes to say he
received the first shipment of soccer balls (collected by
College Hill natives) and school supplies (collected by mom
Kathy's students in Newtown) for Iraqi schools. He sent the
photo of one of the balls in use.
"If this doesn't make you feel all warm inside, I don't
know what would," he says.
Parents Kathy and Steve say that the Maupin family's
Yellow Ribbon Foundation helped send the supplies. "It took a
long time to get there, but Nick has started handing out the
balls/pumps and this picture demonstrates the reception," says
Kathy. "School starts in September for the children in Iraq,
and they will be greeted with paper, pencils and other needed
supplies."
Thanks to the Farfsing Family for this story.
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| Good Things Happening on "The
Avenue"
We took a walk up Hamilton Avenue and saw
several encouraging signs:
 Check out the new LaRosa's
signs. Owner Bruce Soldano says the spots behind the old signs
(which were bigger and rectangular) will be painted soon.
And look, there's a new coat of paint on the shoe
store next door!
 In the building
just up the street, Miz Maree's Transformations dress shop has
moved to a cozier spot. And that building, also housing
American Heritage Flooring, Chung Ching, St. Theresa's
Textile Trove and Hartman &
Ehrmantraut has also been
repainted!
Long-time fans of St. Theresa's Textile Trove will be
happy to know that the store's signature sign, a fixture at
its Over-the-Rhine location, will soon be up
here.
 Further up
Hamilton, on the west side across from the House of Joy, a
sign for a new restaurant went up last week. Yes, a project is
in the works. Watch here for news when it's available.
 On to the
north, we saw Kutz and
Trims making further improvements to their facade.
Continuing our walk, we saw this little
building. Kudos to the owners for doing some much-needed
repair work on the facade. Doesn't it look nice?
It's great to see Avenue businesses investing in College
Hill!
Speaking of investing in College Hill, read on
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Llanfair to Expand
 Llanfair
Retirement Community announces the July groundbreaking of
a new chapel and wellness center. Financed by estate gifts and
private donations, the expansion also includes additions to
its independent living multipurpose room, as well as general
building improvements.
"We are grateful to our donors--past and present--whose
generosity has allowed us to enhance our residents' physical,
mental and spiritual well being," says Llanfair Executive
Director Sheena Parton.
The rendering shows the new Clara L. Curry Wellness
Center, which will include a cafe', shuffleboard court,
walking track, fitness studio, exercise area and equipment and
billiards. Next week: a look at the new chapel.
Thanks to Llanfair for this story and drawing.
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Garden Tour a Sellout
 The gorgeous
weather Saturday brought a sellout crowd for the third annual
Gardens of College Hill Tour, sponsored by the College Hill
Gardeners.
This year nearly 400 ticket buyers saw private
gardens in various styles, as well as McAuley High School's
outdoor classroom/meeting garden, the palatial gardens of
Laurel Court and the beautiful little park hidden behind the
Sisters of Mercy convent adjacent to the mansion.
Pictured is Bob, McAuley Convent's gardener, showing
off his entry in the container contest. "I may not have the
best container garden, but I have the best container!" he
said.
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College Hill Car in Soap Box Derby
 College Hill
didn't win the 2008 Mayor's Cup, but College Hill's car was
one of 25 from Cincinnati's neighborhoods Saturday.
Eleven-year-old driver Marshal Finke got five runs down the
1,000-ft. course at the foot of Gilbert Avenue before being
eliminated in a race with Mt. Airy.
"We had an unofficial race for 'King of the Hill,'" says
Scott Finke, Marshal's dad. The two built the car from a kit
paid for by College Hill businesses and residents.
Mt. Airy's next race with Westwood ended in a tie that
gave both cars third place. Pleasant Ridge won the Mayor's
Cup, and West Price Hill came in second.
Read an interview with both Finkes here and see more pictures of the race here.
Next week: Photos from the Mayor's press conference
and more about community
supporters.
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Twin Towers Celebrates Centennial
This Saturday Twin Towers
will celebrate its 100th birthday with a gala celebration.
Entertainment will be provided by The Sociables, harpist Sammy
Thompson, and the Delta Kings Barbershop Quartet. A formal
tea, resident docents dressed in period costumes, and
old-fashioned lawn and parlor games add to the historic
flavor.
 Founded in
1899 as a pioneering mission of five Methodist Conferences,
The Methodist Home for the Aged moved to College Hill after
its original Yellow Springs facility was destroyed by fire.
Mr. and Mrs. Obed J. Wilson of Clifton, who owned a summer
home in College Hill, donated 20 acres of their property and
$10,000 for construction of a new home. Samuel Hannaford drew
up the plans free of charge for one of its first buildings.
Twin Towers opened its doors in 1908 with 40 residents.
Since then, Twin Towers has grown to over 600 residents on a
sprawling 120 acre campus with apartments and patio homes for
independent living, assisted living services, the Wellness
Connection (an on-campus fitness center open to older
members of the community), adult day services, short and
long-term nursing services, a chapel, gift shop, bank, game
rooms, and a park with walking trails.
Story provided by Twin Towers.
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Farm Market Report
College Hill Farm Market Team members write
to say that this Thursday's market will have TWO special
treats:
- Neighborhood native Matt Madison will be at the market
from 3 to 5 pm with samples of his famous Gelato
Madisono--now available at Piazza
Discepoli Wine and Food Merchants, as well as at fine
restaurants around the city.
- This week's Featured Artists will be 12 Suzuki
students of College Hill resident Marion Peraza de Webb,
performing solo and group pieces between 4:30 and 6:30 pm.
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the performance!
 The farmers
continue to bring greens, rhubarb, strawberries from new
vendor Bergefurd's Farm
Market), eggs, and fresh breads. We will start to see
the early summer vegetables--zucchini, yellow squash and baby
beets in the next few weeks.
For a complete list of upcoming artists and events, see the
College Hill Farm Market website.
Story provided by the
College Hill Farm Market
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You at the Neighborhood 4th of July Parade
Did you know College Hill has had a 4th of July Parade
for almost 40 years? Gail and Rich Scherz, who lived on
Wittekind Terrace, started the parade for neighborhood
children and it was so much fun that it grew by leaps and
bounds every year! After hosting the parade for over 25 years,
they passed the baton to John and Mary Rose who live around
the corner on Thomwood. Every year, hundreds of people gather
to wave flags and march to the sounds of patriotic
music.
Everyone is welcome. So, invite your family, friends
and neighbors and come and march! Then return to the
Rose's at 1336 Thomwood for a Hot Dog and Lemonade
picnic. Decorate your bikes, wagons, strollers and shoes in
red, white and blue.
Rain or shine, the crowd begins to form in the Thomwood
circle about 11 am. Participants may bring a side dish
or dessert to share, but it is not required. The only
requirement is to have fun celebrating our great country with
family, friends and neighbors!
Story and photo contributed by Mary Rose.
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Kenyan Fundraiser Sunday at Six Acres
You'll meet founder and director Lucy Wangechi Gacheru
and hear beautiful music from the Children of Hope Community
Center.
Hope Community Center Hope Community Center is a
Christian, non-profit charity aimed at giving hope and future
to AIDS orphans, street children, and abused and
underprivileged children in Kenya. See the link above for
information about their inspiring work.
For reservations and directions, please call Six Acres at
513-541-0873. |
Local Fitness Expert Offers Free Book
 College
Hill resident and personal trainer Major Batton is offering a
free report on "closely guarded weight loss secrets." He
promises his booklet will show you how to quickly increase
your metabolism, teach you why many people never lose weight
even after months in the gym, and bust the top three myths
about diet, stress and exercise.
You can get a free copy by calling 513-344-3141, or
email templebuilders@fuse.net for his book
and his free email newsletter. Hurry, Major says that the
offer ends July 17. |
| Summer Basketball Camp at Sports Plus--Half
Off!
Aiken High School's Paul McMillan is offering College
Hill residents a great deal: half off his Shoot 4 the Stars
youth basketball camp. Mr. McMillan runs the Men of
Aiken program for male students, emphasizing character
development and academic success.
"I run Summer basketball camps that include educational
activities and motivational speakers," he says. "This Summer I
will be holding my camp at Sports Plus.
Because I am very much involved in the lives of College Hill
Youth, I want as many students as possible from the area to
attend camp. For students from the College Hill area, camp
will only be $50."
The camp is for boys and girls ages 6 through 16,
and runs from 9 am to 4 pm July 28 through August 1. Campers
bring a packed lunch.
If the $50 fee is still too much, Paul says he will work
to find sponsors for the full cost. To register, or to sponsor
a child, call him at 513-487-0551 or email him at mcmillanpa@yahoo.com. |
Free Lunch at the Pool
 Who says there's no such thing as a
free lunch?
Once again the College Hill Pool is a site for
Cincinnati's Summer Food Service free lunch program. All
children 18 or younger can have a free lunch Monday through
Friday at 1:05 pm. Come 15 minutes before serving time and
enjoy lunch by the pool! No registration is required.
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| Coming Attractions from the College Hill
Calendar
Here are some upcoming events from the College Hill
Calendar. Go to the Calendar to see more. If your
event isn't listed, let the calendar know here.
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| NOTE: The webmaster
will be away from 6/22 - 6/28. Any updates received
during this period will be posted no sooner than
6/29. |
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 Smolder - They're
back! "Smolder" because they bring passion to their
music. Paula Smith is on lead vocals singing Etta James
to Sheryl Crow with soul; Ken Boyd and son Aaron Boyd
are on guitars doing covers in unique ways and writing a
variety of originals; Jim Jackson modulates on
harmonica; and Foe Foltz will rock you gently with
brushes on the drum set. Please join us for Smolder's
return engagement and an evening of blues, folk
rock and country.
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Phoenix This is an encore
performance at College Hill Coffee Co. - and
they're truly back by popular demand! Kim Leccese and
Bill Francis make up the acoustic duo "Phoenix" - an
inspired name they chose as a symbol of their own
overcoming trials and tribulations. They sing the songs
you love to hear again and again - favorites from
everyone from Norah Jones to Eric Clapton to Linda
Ronstadt to Wilson Picket. They pack the house and
you'll want to be part of the excitement and
entertainment!
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Betsy
Lippitt From Old English
Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied
or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. "Her
solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force." (Canal
Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay
Times once wrote: "Betsy sings as wide as she smiles."
For added excitement, Betsy is now "plugged-in". Don't
miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never
sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo
through an effects pedal before she echoes into your
ears.
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 College Hill Branch
Library: Frisch's Marionettes. Fun for the family
with Cincinnati's famous marionettes. No fee; 6
pm.
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- Editors: Ken Lyon and Gail Finke
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