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Loveland Girls Lacrosse News

LOVELAND, OHIO - The Loveland High School girls lacrosse team finished the season with a 6-9 record. They fell in the second round of the state tournament to last years Division I state champion Sycamore after defeating Centerville in the first round.  Head Coach Art Jarvis said, "We had solid wins against McAuley, Kings, Centerville, Milford and Lakota East during the regular season." The team was defeated by 4 top ten teams: Sycamore, Mason, Lakota West, and Ursuline.  "As you always hear 'you have to play the best to be the best' and that is what this year was all about."  Jarvis said that as long as the girls continue to learn from the tougher teams they will get to where they need to be, " soon enough."

From an individual standpoint sophomore goalie Steph Jacob was 5th in the state for total saves and 9th in the state for save percentage.

Junior Midfielder Katie Henke received Honorable Mention All District.

Katie Jarvis finished the season #1 in the state for assists and #1 for points per game at 6.62 PPG. She also finished the season as the 3rd top scorer in the state. Katie Jarvis received 1st Team All-District recognition and was declared a 2010 US Lacrosse National Academic All-American by the US Lacrosse Association. She finished her Loveland High School lacrosse career holding every game, season, and career lacrosse record possible, with the exception of the goalie records. She is the first Loveland girl Lacrosse player to score 100 goals. Being somewhat modest and trying not to brag to much about his daughter, Head Coach and father Art Jarvis said, "These records will fall quickly as this is a new sport to Loveland and there are many talented girls waiting in the wings to make their marks on Loveland High School girls’ lacrosse." The Head Coach cannot however downplay the national and state rankings Katie Jarvis has received.

Katie Jarvis will play Lacrosse next year for the University of Cincinnati, and will be the first Loveland High School lacrosse player (girls or boys) to sign to play at the Division I level. In her sophomore year at Loveland High School, Jarvis won the Tiger Award (offensive MVP), and First Team All-State. She was 6th in Ohio for Assists (34) and 22nd for total points (21).

Last season, she again won the Tiger Award (offensive MVP). She received the Varsity MVP Award, and was named to 2nd Team All-District. She was 10th in Ohio for total points (75), 11th for assists (27), and 15th for goals scored (48).

 

U Pick Strawberries at Blooms and Berries Farm Market

2 miles of strawberry rows

U Pick Strawberries at Blooms and Berries Farm Market just outside of Loveland has rested their fields this afternoon and will open again for Sunday and Monday picking. Check their Web Site each morning of your visit for further updates and to ensure they are picking that day as picking conditions are change daily.

Strawberries are $1.75 lb

Bring your own container or use theirs. The container is free with orders over 10 lbs, or included in the cost of the berries for orders less than 10 lbs.

You can churn your own strawberry ice cream and or press fresh juice from your fresh harvest by renting an ice cream churn or juice press right there on the farm. (some home preparation required)...click for more info.

Cold drinks, and Amish products are available and their garden center will be open as well.

cincyupick.com

Directions

In this Loveland Magazine Video, Blooms and Berries' Farmer Jeff explains why Blooms and "Strawberries" are the best pick'ns."

Kings Island: Three days of high-flying thrills and spills May 29-31

KINGS ISLAND, Ohio – This Memorial Day weekend, Kings Island hosts five of the top professional skateboarders and BMX riders from the X Games and ASA Action Sports World Tour to perform aerial stunts in a show presented by Air Force Reserve.

 

Show times are 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm each day, followed by an autograph session with the following athletes: BMX riders Jay Eggleston, Koji Kraft and Jimmy Walker and skateboarders Anthony Furlong and Josh Stafford.

 

Something that will certainly cap off a "memorable day" at the park is Snoopy’s Starlight Spectacular, which opens May 29. Kings Island’s new nightly light show showcases two million LED lights and interactive displays. This pageant of lights features favorite PEANUTS characters and the Eiffel Tower, which will be lit from top to bottom.

 

The ASA Action Sports World Tour shows this weekend and Snoopy’s Starlight Spectacular are included free with park admission or season pass.

 

Memorial Day Weekend at Kings Island also features a salute to the Armed Forces. Active and retired military personnel get in free and can purchase tickets for up to six family members for just $29.99 May 30-31. A valid military I.D. must be presented at the Kings Island ticket window to receive this offer.

 

Kings Island and Boomerang Bay are now open daily. Save $15 off the front gate admission price when you buy your tickets in advance online at www.visitkingsisland.com.

Loveland Memorial Day Program Announced

John S. McCahan to Speak

by David Miller

LOVELAND, OHIO - The Loveland Veterans’ Memorial Committee has announced the 2010 Memorial Day Program that will be held on Monday, May 31.

The program will start with a parade beginning at 9 AM at the Loveland Elementary School at 600 Loveland Madeira Road. A ceremony will be held at the Veterans’ Loveland Memorial, located on West Loveland Avenue at the corner of Riverside Drive, immediately following the parade.

The guest speaker will be John S. McCahan a former U.S. Army Captain who moved to Loveland in 2008. He said he is honored and humbled to have been chosen as the quest speaker. He said that Memorial Day is "truly about those who have died in service to the country" and he will talk about a few of the people he knew, "who gave their life."

McCahan will also talk about the experience of taking his six-year old daughter to Arlington National Cemetery after she told him she wanted to know more about what Memorial Day was all about. Before the trip, "Memorial Day was  about shopping at the mall and "Memorial Day sales."

McCahan said they visited the national cemetery on Memorial Day and from a distance, watched two funeral services as well as the "changing of the guard." When leaving to go home and taking the METRO out of the Pentagon station, his daughter struck up conversations with a military widow who had lost her husband in war, and a young boy who lost his father in war. McCahan said he will try to recount the moving subway ride.

Carolyn Maupin, who's son Matt was murdered by insurgents while serving in the war in Iraq will introduce McCahan. Carolyn Maupin was last year's guest speaker at the Memorial Day service in Loveland.

At the April 13 City council meeting, Veterans’ Memorial Committee member, Terry Stouder said that during the ceremony there will be a special presentation for Loveland High School graduate Marine Capt. David “Seth” Mitchell who was killed in action last October when two U.S. Marine helicopters collided over the southern province of Helmand in Afghanistan. “A special plaque will be dedicated over there at the park,” Stouder said.

McCahan works at Recruit Military, a local company specializing in helping Military Veterans. He grew up in Bedford, in western Pennsylvania and enlisted in the Army Reserve after high school while attending Pennsylvania State University. While at Penn State, he received an Army ROTC scholarship and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army and graduated with a B.A. in History.

Bedford served for almost 8 years on active duty in various leadership positions in the 10th Mountain Division, 2nd Infantry Division,  and with the 82nd Airborne. He was trained as a Parachutist and Ranger, and was transfered into logistics as an Ordnance Officer. He completed service at the rank of Captain having served at various bases: Ft. Drum, NY, Somalia, the Republic of Korea, and Ft. Bragg, NC.

Since leaving the service Bedford has worked in several logistics and operations positions. McCahan and his family are members of the St. Columban parish and are involve with youth soccer.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, services will be conducted at the Maineville Cemetery at approximately 11:15 AM, Union Cemetery at approximately noon., and Kerr Cemetery at approximately 12:30 PM.

The formal ceremony will be held at the Veterans’ Loveland Memorial at the corner of Riverside and West Loveland Avenue. The park is located at the west side of the Col. Thomas Paxton Bridge over the State and National Scenic Little Miami River.

SYMMESFEST 2010

Symmes Park, 11600 Lebanon Rd.

June 17 & 18, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

June 19 – 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Bands every night and fireworks

Food, rides, gambling & vendor booths, anyone interested in obtaining a booth, contact

Linda Keeley at 513-583-3001, Ext. 3

Loveland/Symmes Fire Dept. Summer Safety Camp

Summer Safety Camp starts July 12

LOVELAND, OHIO - The Loveland-Symmes Fire Department is currently accepting registrations for its summer safety and survival camp. The ages for camp are 7-14, and will be held during the week of July 12-16, and will be located at the Loveland Community Firefighters Hall located at the nature preserve 227 East Loveland Ave. between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm.

The camp  will be supervised by firefighters and paramedics along with high school camp councelors.

Topics for the camp include safety activities for the summer, making the right choices about swimming, bicycle safety, and self defense. A course about keeping your self safe will be taught by local law enforcement along with many fun activites and field trips.

Cost of the camps are $100.00 per child per week for Loveland-Symmes residents and $125.00 for non resdients. Space is LIMITED TO 50 children. Call LSFD at 513-583-3001 to get more information

You can download your applications here http://www.lsfd.org/downloads.php

If you have any questions contact Cpt. Jon Frye at: jfrye@safety-center.org

Liberty City Barbeque Opens on Loveland Bike Trail

LOVELAND, OHIO - Liberty City Barbeque has relocated to the Loveland Bike Trail. The address is 200 West Loveland Avenue, behind Blue Chip Cookies. Their phone number is 583-8020.

The inspiration is Liberty City, Florida, named for the Liberty Square Housing Projects built in the 1930's. It is often called the Pork 'n Beans Projects because of the paint colors used on the front doors of the homes.

In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE VIDEO, Sheldon “Tico” Greene shares some Floridan cuisine cooking secrets and talks about the new location.

Download printable Liberty City Menue

Download Liberty City BBQ pg 2

Head injuries to pitchers trigger cry for protection

Local Group's Donation of 1,000 Fielding Helmets Gets National Attention

“Having every player at every position wear them at the youngest age creates an acceptance,” said Scott Schlesner of Loveland, Ohio, Cole Schlesner’s father, and a club coach. “As they get older, they won’t feel strange wearing them.”

The elite club team Schlesner played for, the Cincinnati Stix, now mandates helmets for every defensive player through age 10 and for every pitcher through the high school age group.

A year ago, the parents and friends of Cole Schlesner, a 14-year-old from Loveland, Ohio, struck in the top of the head by a line drive, started a nonprofit organization that recently donated 1,000 batting helmets for pitchers to wear in youth leagues across four states. Read the full article below...

By Steve Henson, Yahoo! Sports

Summoning a blend of courage and lunacy only he can fully grasp, Matt Hiserman of the University of San Francisco will take the mound Sunday, his eyes locking in on a batter wielding the weapon that twice resulted in a baseball striking his head. Five years ago, a line drive damaged his sinus cavities, three months ago another fractured his skull and caused his brain to bleed.

There is a touch of “The Hurt Locker” in Hiserman, a man on a mission inexorably drawn to danger. And plenty of scared college kid in him, too. A month earlier, before throwing a pitch for the first time since the second injury, Hiserman retreated behind the mound for a moment and went into a crouch. He breathed deeply and wordlessly recited the “Serenity Prayer.”  Read on...

Plan to Attend the Local Fund Raiser

"Play for 4" Golf Outing and Dinner

Walk Grailville’s Labyrinth in the Company of Others

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

Men and women are invited to spend a morning at Grailville Retreat and Program Center in Loveland Ohio on Saturday, June 5 from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm for a Labyrinth Workshop, exploring Labyrinth walking as a spiritual tool.

Come along with leader Tracy Jo Duckworth on the journey as we use silence, song, prayer and movement to experience the sacred space of the Labyrinth.  The circles of the Labyrinth can help us to grow closer to the divine.  As we walk the sacred circles we quiet the mind and allow the divine to enter. 

Tracy Jo Duckworth, owner of Vital Sensations is a cooking instructor, licensed massage therapist, certified Hatha & Tantra yoga teacher and consultant. She is dedicated to improving the quality of people’s lives through food, yoga and massage.

Grailville is a retreat and program center located on a 300-acre organic farm in Miami Township since 1944. Grailville is a center of The Grail, an international movement of women founded in 1921 and committed to spiritual search, social transformation, ecological sustainability, and the release of women's creative energy throughout the world.
 
Please join us for this Grailville’s Labyrinth Workshop on Saturday, June 5 from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm at Grailville, 932 O’Bannonville Road, Loveland OH. Tuition is $30, inclusive of lunch.  Reservations are required. Contact 513-683-2340 or www.grailville.org to register or for more information.

Sincerely,

Pauletta Hansel

Haley Shuemake to Leader’s Role in 2011

by Chris Shoals

As a sophomore, Haley Shuemake has already set the Loveland High School Fast-Pitch Softball record with 7 Home Runs in her career. She had 4 HR’s just this season, and according to coach Jim Fiehrer could be one of the best players of all time at Loveland by the time her career is concluded

Haley batted at a .471 batting average for the 2010 season, including a team high 25 RBI’s, and FAVC Buckeye high 40 hits. Shuemake also had 6 stolen bases, while scoring 24 runs.

I sat down with both Haley and head coach Jim Fiehrer for a Loveland Magazine Video interview, and among other topics,  we discussed her future, as well as a glance back at the 2010 season.

Local Scholarships Awarded to Loveland High Graduates

by David Miller

LOVELAND, OHIO - Each year Loveland High School seniors compete for scholarships awarded by Loveland area individuals, foundations, civic groups, and booster organizations.

Some of these groups and organizations exist just for the purpose of helping students further their education after leaving Loveland High, others conduct special fund raising events outside their normal operating functions to raise these dollars. All, are very dedicated and work tirelessly to insuring these funds are available each year.

The students who receive these scholarships are to be commended, and so should those who provide these scholarship dollars. Loveland Magazine is pleased to have the opportunity to recognize these students and civic minded community members who have such dedication.

Certainly, any of these individuals, foundations, civic groups, or booster organizations would be pleased to hear from you if you would like to donate to, or raise funds for their scholarship program. Certainly Loveland High School would be pleased to hear from you if you would like to initiate a new scholarship program.

During a ceremony held on May 13 at the High School, the following Loveland High School graduating seniors were honored:

Sean Hadley received a $1,000 scholarship from the Loveland Area Chamber of Commerce for being a “student who demonstrated the ability to succeed academically in college and has shown an inner drive to succeed in life by participating in community service and activities.”

Gretchen Kessler won the Patricia Futerer Scholarship of $1,000. The scholarship is given to an individual who “best captures the character of Patricia Futerer, a long-time resident, former Executive Director of the Chamber, 2001 Valentine Lady, Loveland Stage Company Producer and Loveland promoter and enthusiast.”

Sarah Congleton was awarded the Ronald G. DeWitt Award of Achievement by the Loveland Middle School Student Council and the PTSA in the amount of $500 - in recognition of “outstanding scholarship, school involvement and community service.”

Ellen Iaciofano was honored with the $500 Warren McCellan Scholarship given by the MINT PTSA. The purpose of this scholarship is to identify a graduating senior who exhibits “outstanding quality of character and who has applied that character to acts of kindness, responsibility and service to Loveland Schools and Loveland Community.”

Andrew Cooman, Katherine (Colleen) Dannemiller, Rachel Johnstone, Shannon Jones, Gretchen Kessler and Megan Mayerle were each awarded a $500 non-renewable textbook scholarship - The LHS Chuck Schmidt Staff Scholarship. The teachers and staff at the high school raised the money through a "Tacky" Sweater Contest, Hawaiian Shirt Day and  Chipotle Sales. They name the scholarship after their “distinguished colleague, Mr. Chuck Schmidt.”

Sarah Fisher won the Dawn DeHart Memorial Scholarship because she “personifies the attributes of Dawn DeHart” who graduated from Loveland High School in 1983. DeHart was athletically involved at Loveland and the Montana State University, setting many records in Track and Field that still stand today. She was also a member of the National Honor Society, was “friendly, outgoing, and had great work ethic.”
   
Taylor Spaw won the Linda R. Myers Memorial Scholarship designed for the student who has “demonstrated a dedication to the welfare and service of others as evidenced by significant contributions to a variety of school and community activities and has earned the respect of peers and faculty.”

Erin Randall won another scholarship in honor of Linda Myers. The Loveland High School PTSA provides this award. The Linda Rae Myers Scholarship is an award annually to a Loveland High School senior to assist the student in “achieving his/her goal of obtaining a four-year college degree or a two to four year vocational/technical degree.” Randall won a non-renewable award of $1,000.
   
Michael (Forrest) Behne, “exemplifies the TIGER attributes of Teamwork, Integrity, Generosity, Effort, Respect, and Success” and was thus rewarded by receiving the TIGERS Scholarship, given annually in the amount of $1,000 by the Loveland High School PTSA.

Rachel Johnstone and Alexa Nicastro were each awarded a $1,500 John J. Ogg Scholarship. A long time Loveland High School teacher and principal, John Ogg was “beloved by his many physics and chemistry students." This scholarship is funded by many of those students whom Mr. Ogg mentored during his years at Loveland. The scholarships are awarded to students who chooses to pursue a degree in a physical science such as chemistry, physics or engineering and maintained a 3.0 or better GPA.  “The recipient must demonstrate a desire and ability to complete the course of study.”

Carli Bachtell, Terra Kreiner and Saina Nemoto each won a Smith/Shannon Scholarship of $1000. This scholarship is funded through a grant from Michael Shannon, M.D., class of 1967.  Dr. Shannon, a Neurosurgeon who lives and maintains his medical practice in Zanesville, Ohio, is a founder and ex-officio board member of the Loveland Schools Foundation. One of Dr. Shannon’s mentors was Virgil Smith, a custodian at Loveland High School, and supervisor of the young part time employee at the school, Mike Shannon. “A special bond developed between employer and employee." Dr. Shannon credits Mr. Smith with "teaching him the discipline and work ethic that helped him excel throughout the rigors and demands of medical school and his profession.”

Sarah Blumberg and Taylor McConney won the Loveland Education Association Scholarship that is given annually to a senior “who best exemplifies those qualities held in high esteem by the teachers of Loveland City Schools.” Each teacher in the school district contributes annually to this fund, allowing for the awarding of two scholarship of $1,500.

David Alten was awarded $1,500 for exemplifying the “citizenship, outstanding service to the community, and strong character” of Viola Phillips, a former, long time mayor of the City of Loveland. The Education Committee of the Women's Club awards this scholarship.

Grethen Kessler and Mitchell Louis were each awarded $1,500 from the Loveland Women’s Club, for being “high achievers.”
   
Courtney Allen, Edward (David) Alten, Andrew Dowd, Ellen Iaciofano and Brandon Williams, student-athletes “who have competed at the varsity level for at least two years, have exhibited good sportsmanship and citizenship, and have shown the ability to succeed in the scholastic or technical area as indicated by grades, attitude and determination” were each honored with $1,000 from the Loveland Athletic Boosters. “This award is not always given to the best or most outstanding student-athlete, but it is given to individuals who have shown the greatest improvement in his/her overall performance both in the classroom and on the field.”

Brett Bitzer, Sean Gilligan, Jacob Nye, Gregory Pitman and Mason Scheeler were each awarded $500 by the Athletic Boosters.

Matthew Eltringham and Abby Vargo have been nominated for the Buddy LaRosa Scholarship of $500.

Kirsten Baker, Michael (Forrest) Behne, Sander DiAngelis, Adam Engel, Katelyn Ferguson, Josephn Ford, Emily Holzderber, Holly Hubble, Katelyn Jarvis and Mitchell Louis were each awarded a $1,000 Stanley McCoy, Sr. Scholarship. “This scholarship is in honor of Stan McCoy, Sr. for his outstanding contribution to the Loveland City Schools and for his dedication to the children of Loveland. Throughout his distinguished career Mr. McCoy served as assistant superintendent, LHS assistant principal, athletic director, teacher, football coach, mentor and friend. Mr. McCoy’s love, dedication and support to the athletes in Loveland will continue through this scholarship presented in his name. This scholarship is funded through donations to the Stanley L. McCoy, Sr. Scholarship fund in conjunction with the Loveland Athletic Boosters.”

Abigail McIver and Andrew Newbold have “strong moral character that is reflected by their leadership, school spirit and positive attitude toward their teammates and coaches.” They both received a $1,000 Robert M. Williams Scholarship. This scholarship is in honor of Robert M. Williams for his contribution within the Loveland community. Mr. Williams served the community in many capacities. "But his love of people and his involvement for athletics for his children, grandchildren and friends will live on with this scholarship. Robert M. Williams always knew the score of life and was dedicated to the individuals within these sports and not always the scoreboard.”
   
Sarah Congleton was the  winner of the Loveland Softball Association Scholarship because she is an “academically talented student athlete from the Loveland community.” The LSA believes it is “their responsibility to support athletes as they pursue higher education.”

Brandon Burks for Football and Jerrah Pickle for cheerleading were honored with $500 Loveland Youth Football Scholarships.

Emily Routt was honored by the Art and Cultural Council of Greater Loveland for her “outstanding talent and demonstrated commitment to a chosen area of creative arts.” The first year $500 award can be renewed for up to 4 years for a maximum of $2,000.

David Gayda won the Jamie Fair Memorial Scholarship of $1,500 for his achievements in the past four years, demonstration of his learned skills, and consensus review by his principal instructors. Presented by Loveland Music Boosters.

Albert (Wynn) Rice won the $1,000 Shawna Marie Strunk Memorial Scholarship for his achievements in the past four years, demonstration of his learned skills, and consensus review by his principal instructors. Presented by Loveland Music Boosters.

Sarah Blumberg won the $500 Marvin Hill Memorial Scholarship for her achievements in the past four years, demonstration of her learned skills and consensus review by her principal instructors. Presented by Loveland Music Boosters.

Edward (David) Alten won the Edward P. Lenney Memorial Scholarship of $500 for his achievements in the past four years, demonstration of his learned skills and consensus review by his principal instructors. Presented by Loveland Music Boosters.

Gretchen Kessler and Bridget Sova each won a Loveland Stage Company Creative Arts scholarship of $1,000.

Aimee Logeman demonstrated leadership and academic excellence to the Loveland Elementary PTA and was awarded the $1,000 Alan R. Brookes Aspiring Teacher Award.
   
Natalie Siddique demonstrated leadership and academic excellence and received the $1,000 Loveland Elementary PTA President’s Award of Excellence Scholarship.

Wall Street to Close 9 AM - 1 PM, June 1 and 2

LOVELAND, OHIO - Wall Street and Fallis Road between West Loveland Avenue and Rich Road will be closed between 9 AM and 1 PM on June 1 and June 2 for construction of a water line replacement project.

A detour will be established using West Loveland Avenue and Rich Road.

Residents living on Wall Street and side streets in the project area will be granted access to Wall Street and Fallis Road during the road closure.

The closure dates may be postponed due to inclement weather, according to a press release issued by the City. For more information, contact Cindy Klopfenstein, City Engineer, at 683-1050 or by e-mail at cklopfenstein@lovelandoh.com.

Trade in Flags for Candy

by David Miller

Anyone considering organizing a Memorial Day parade or contemplating walking in a Memorial Day Parade who thinks the solemn occasion is for throwing candy and attending a party might watch this video of Clement County Veterans Service Director Dan Bare who explains what the County Memorial Day Parade will be like.

Loveland Magazine renews its offer of several thousand small American flags and will give them free to any scout or sports team if they will distribute them along the parade route in Loveland this year - instead of candy.

On this segment of Clermont County Today, host Kathy Lehr talks with Veterans Service Director Dan Bare about the upcoming Memorial Day Parade, and the importance of honoring our fallen heroes on this day.

"Play for 4" Golf Outing and Dinner

by David Miller

This is the second time around for a hugely successful fund raiser held at the Oasis Golf Club. The "Play for 4" golf outing and dinner last year, was one of THE social events in the Loveland community. You rub elbows with sport celebrities, and meet true heroes in the community. By attending, you get: music, dancing, great food, an inspiring program, auction items, and chances to win highly sought after sport memorabilia. And... for a very worthy cause - "Providing financial assistance for adolescents who suffer traumatic brain injuries due to an athletic related activity and those responsible for the expenses associated with their care."

Save the date: Monday July 26

Play for 4 is a non-profit organization, established in 2009 after local teen-ager, Cole Schlesinger, was struck in the head by a line-drive while pitching in a youth baseball game in Loveland. Cole suffered a traumatic brain injury and was air-flighted to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital where he had life-saving surgery. Cole's uniform number was 4. Cole continues on his trip of remarkable recovery and inspiration. He has returned to school, and was the 2010 Manager for the Loveland High School Varsity Baseball team.

Through the contributions of sponsors, and proceeds from their fund raising events, PLAY FOR 4 has been able to provide financial assistance to Cole Schlesner, Gunnar Sandberg, Matt Brown, Luke Halko and Aaron Fox. They recently donated 1,000 ALL-STAR baseball fielding helmets to youth teams to improve player safety.

GOLFERS (21 & UP)

$150 per person

$600 for foursome

Includes: • Golf • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • CASH only Bar • DJ • Silent Auction

NON-GOLFERS
$40 per person
$20 Children 12 and under

Includes: • Dinner • CASH Bar • DJ • Silent Auction

SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

• $5,000 Corporate Sponsorship
• $2,500 Putting Contest
• $1,500 Golf Cart Sponsorship (Your company logo on every golf cart)
• $500 Corporate Hole Sponsorship (Company logo on a sign at the tee box)
• $100 Family Hole Sponsorship (Family name on a sign at the tee box)

TO REGISTER ON-LINE

Loveland Middle School Fast Pitch: "Relentless Dedication"

by Bryan Pifer

LOVELAND, OHIO - Loveland Middle School Fast Pitch ended their season with a record of 10-11.  We had a lot of close games that unfortunately didn’t go our way, 5 of which were 1 run games. All of the girls worked extremely hard over the last 4 months dedicating all of their spare time to this team.  They practiced and played games non stop - 5 and sometimes 6 days a week. It would not have been possible with out each player’s relentless dedication and desire to be the best, along with an outstanding group of parents.

Loveland got a big win over Centerville Gold 7-4 on Friday night of the Mason Jr high tournament which moved them into the 3rd place game against Goshen on Saturday.   Unfortunately Mother Nature did not cooperate and all Saturday & Sunday games were washed out.

The Tigers were led by Olivia Pifer offensively with a .569 batting average in 65 at-bats.   7th grader Brittany Miller continued her fantastic season in the number 4 spot ending with a .431 batting average. Other top tigers were Kayla Buntain .385, Destiny Smith .370, Kayla Herrmann .300, Maddie Huesman .277, Paige Ratterman .270, Taylor Anne Campbell .230 and Brennah Kentz .222.

On the mound the Tigers were led by 8th grader Olivia Pifer who finished the season with an ERA of 2.61.  She struck out 170 batters in 107 innings of work, while only giving up 40 base hits and 28 walks. The Tigers were also given a very strong performance by 7th grader Brittany Miller who struck out 17 batters in 19 innings with an ERA of 5.52.

 

Spay/Neuter Clinic to provide $15 cat spay/neuter surgeries to low-income clients

Through a grant provided by the Ohio Pet Fund, Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic is currently offering a $15 cat spay/neuter-rabies package for low-income clients, a $30 savings from its $45 standard fee.  This needs-based pricing is available for a limited time to Ohio residents only.  To qualify, clients must request pricing when scheduling an appointment, and provide one of the following documents upon surgery check-in:

• Section 8 housing voucher
• Schedule letter from Ohio Works First
• Ohio Medicaid card
• Letter from Veteran Benefits Administration acknowledging service-related disability
• Ohio Direction Card (for supplemental nutritional assistance)
• WIC card (Women Infants and Children nutrition program)
• Benefit letter documenting Supplemental Security Income
• Benefit letter documenting assistance from Social Security Disability

Other low-cost services, including annual vaccines, worming, and microchipping are also available with surgery.

Ohio Alleycat Resource & Spay/Neuter Clinic was established in 1998 to promote humane methods for reducing cat overpopulation in greater Cincinnati, and recently celebrated its 1,000th surgery.  The clinic has a professional staff of 11 veterinarians and technicians, and works with more than 37 animal rescue groups in the greater Cincinnati area to promote spay/neuter and responsible pet ownership  The clinic is located at 5619 Orlando Place, near the Madison-Red Bank Road intersection off Interstate 71.  Surgery appointments are available immediately by contacting the Clinic at (513)871-0185 or www.ohioalleycat.org.

38th Annual Friends’ June Used Book Sale

at Main Library June 6-11

The Friends of the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County will host its 38th annual June used book sale at the Main Library, 800 Vine Street, the week of June 6-11. This is the fifth year the sale will be held in the Main Library atrium. Last year’s sale set a record of nearly $90,000, slightly more than 2008’s $87,000, which was a 40% increase over 2007.

“Sales for all used book sales have steadily grown over the past decade,” said Friends’ Executive Director Anne Keller. “Gross used book sales (excluding Shop activity) are up 15% for the fiscal year to about $232,252.“ She continued, “the added benefit of being at the Main Library allows us to sell books and other items during the same hours as the Library is open. The Library Friends’ Shop on the mezzanine also features extended hours, and a special discount coupon will be available for a minimum used book sale purchase. ”

Public Sale Hours:
Sunday: 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Monday-Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Bag Day

Purchase a Friends’ shopping bag for $10.00 and fill it up. Buy one bag or 100

 

Proceeds from the book sales fund thousands of children and adult programs throughout the year and make these events available free of charge to the public. They also sponsor the annual summer reading program and purchase items for the Library’s collection.

For more information contact the warehouse at (513) 369-6035, email friendsofplch1@fuse.net, or visit http://friends.cincinnatilibrary.org/.

Don't Let it Pass: Vote Now for Loveland's Julia Proctor's Doodle 4 Google

LOVELAND, OHIO - Loveland Middle School seventh grader Julia Proctor is one of 40 regional winners in the Google’s “Doodle 4 Google” national competition. Let's VOTE for her entry and get Loveland, Ohio and Julia national attention.

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“Swans and Roses” Campaign at Epiphany United Methodist Church a Success

"No Child Should Ever Go Of Hunger”

MIAMI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - The Lord's Rose Garden’s motto is, "No Child Should Ever Go Of Hunger” and The Swan House is a project in the making, a vision of Pastor Nate Banks and the “I Am Somebody Ministries”. This home will house women who have been battered and abused.

Epiphany United Methodist Church has been in mutual ministry with these two groups for some time, and the partnership will continue into the future, however last Sunday a four week drive to collect and donate needed items to the organizations culminated with a “Missional Prayer” service.

The Lord's Rose Garden assists children from disadvantaged areas of our communities, providing food, clothing, school supplies, and many other bare essentials. Its year round programs help children and their families “to become self sufficient by encouraging parents and community volunteers to plan, participate and lead social events and fund raising events themselves.”

The Lords Rose Garden was founded in 1998 when Wanda Whitley discovered a little six-year old boy in a garbage dumpster looking for food. His mother had come from a shelter with only a suitcase with some personal items for herself and her three children. The plight of this child’s family brought an awareness to many, of the needy families right here in our local areas.

In this Loveland Magazine Video you will see part of the church service led by Pastor Lisa Kerwin, meet the principals involved in the collections, and meet the representatives of The Lord’s Rose Garden and the Swan House: Rev. Nate Banks, Wanda Whitley and Rose Atkins. Also in the video, Scott Russ, Director of Youth Ministry at Epiphany, talks about the “Swans and Roses” campaign of the teenagers at Epiphany.

BAMSO's Memorial Day Concert

MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra

SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2010 - 6:00 PM

BLUE ASH TOWNE SQUARE
Cooper and Kenwood Roads

Note the change to the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend for this concert.

Soooo... start your holiday off with the sound of Dix’s Grand American Fantasy and Richard Rodgers Victory at Sea, plus one of the movements from Dvorak's Symphony No. 8; all on the program for BAMSO’s annual Memorial Day Concert at the Blue Ash Towne Square performed this year on Saturday, May 29, at 6 PM. 

The Blue Ash Youth Symphony, directed by Dale Swisher, will perform during the second half.

(Rain Site: Montgomery Assembly of God Church, 7950 Pfeiffer Road)

Directions to the Blue Ash Towne Square

“I will not attend the symphony concert on Memorial Day!  I will be disappointed if I do.”  Why will I be disappointed? “Because this year it will be performed on Saturday.”

Loveland District Adopts 10 Point Grade System

LOVELAND, OHIO - At the May 18 Loveland Board of Education meeting, a 10 point grading system was adopted. In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE VIDEO, parent volunteer, Lisa Osgood presented the findings and recommendations of a committee assigned the task of studying changing from the current 7 point grading scale.

Children's Meeting House Montessori School Announces Two Summer Camps

by Bonnie McNett

Children's Meeting House Montessori School is offering two summer camps for pre-K through 6th grade children.  Both camps are specially designed to expose children to the natural world through a wealth of hands on experiences.

Critter Camp (July 5 through 9) focuses on native animals, especially birds.  Children will go on daily bird walks and nature hikes to hunt for reptiles, amphibians, and insects.  We will have an opportunity to do mist netting for an up close encounter with native birds and have a visit from Raptors, Inc.  Children will have ample creative time and will make bird feeders and bird houses.

The second camp, Nature Seekers (July 12 through 16), will focus on the natural world around us.  The camp's primary focus is botany, and we will learn about how various animals interact  with and use plants.  Children will enjoy and learn from daily nature hikes, bird walks, and many hands on activities.  Children will have an plenty of creative time, including an opportunity to make impressions in wet clay with sticks, feathers, and other natural objects.  Both camps are lead by specially trained teachers and naturalists.  Parents can choose either half day or full day for either camp.

More information and camp application can be found at www.cmhschool.com/mission/summer-camp or by calling the school at (513) 683-4757.

Music in Loveland's Nisbet Park

LOVELAND, OHIO - Concerts are sponsored by the citizen's of Loveland and begin at 6 PM at the Nisbet Park Amphitheater. West Loveland Avenue to the end of Railroad Avenue - along the Loveland Bike Trail and the State and National Scenic Litle Miami River. FREE

June 13th

Second Wind (Classic Rock)

June 27th

Robin Lacy & DeZydeco (Cajun Music and lots of free beads for the kids)

July 11th

Loveland Ministerial Association (Spiritual music sung by Loveland’s faith-based community)

July 18th

8 Days a Week (a great Beatles cover band)

August 8th

Midnight Special (Classic Rock)

August 22nd

American Legion Dance Band (Big Band Music)

Children's Meeting House Montessori School: Visits from Cincinnati Zoo

by Bonnie McNett

First, second and third grade students at Children's Meeting House Montessori School were treated to two visits from the Cincinnati Zoo.  On the first visit, the children met Bacci, an active armadillo, and Morgan, a soft chinchilla.  During this visit, the students chose one of the animals to observe and developed a hypothesis about the animal's behavior.  The students then carefully observed the animal and recorded data which would either support or refute their hypothesis

During the Zoo's second visit, the students presented their findings to the rest of the class and the Zoo's representative.  The children enjoyed hearing each other's topics and were interested in the results.  During the second half of the visit, the children were introduced to Elsie, a graceful cattle egret.  They learned about the birds' habit of following large grazing animals and eating insects that fly up from the grass.  They also met Carmel, a beautiful corn snake, and had a chance to pet her smooth scales.  The students learned that corn snakes are named for the pattern on the belly that resembles the checkered pattern of kernels of Indian corn.

Report of Suspicious Behavior at Riverview Park Unfounded

MIAMI TOWNSHIP, OHIO - On May 15, the Miami Township Police Department received a report alleging that on May 14, 2010 a suspicious adult male attempted to follow a 7 year old girl into the public restroom at Riverview Park. The reporting witness gave a detailed description of the event and the suspect and his vehicle.

"We take these matters very seriously and immediately devoted many police resources to the investigation," said Police Chief Steven Bailey. "Due to the proximity of the City of Loveland, we involved their police department in the investigation as well." Bailey said that extra patrols were assigned to the area while the department conducted an investigation. "We also used our latest technological tools to assist in this critical investigation."

The case is now closed. Bailey has concluded that the alleged actions did not occur as they were described and that no crime or attempted crime took place. "There is no reason for users of the park to be afraid to go there," said Bailey.

"We understand how reports like these can cause alarm in the community. We saw the e-mails about the event that were being circulated. Had we believed that there was an immediate threat to persons using the park, we would have issued a warning to the public."

Bailey said he appreciates the vigilance of citizens and their attention to their surroundings. "That awareness helps to deter or detect crime when it is afoot. We encourage anyone to report anything that they believe is suspicious or that makes them feel uncertain or uncomfortable." He said that the department will gladly investigate any reports whether they are founded on an actual threat, or unfounded based on a misunderstanding of a given situation or "hyper-sensitivity to previous events or reports in our community or others nearby."

Baily said he "Thanks" the community for continued support of the police department and for being willing to be involved in making our community safe.

Moorhead Entertains While Community Waits Superintendent Vote

LOVELAND, OHIO - On Tuesday evening, while the Loveland School Board was in executive session, High School Principal Dr. Molly Moorhead sat down at the piano in the Media Center and entertained the thirty or so, people waiting for the Board to return and vote on the contract offered to Dr. John Marschhausen. The Board voted 4-1 to make the hiring official, with Dr. Katie Bontrager voting no.

Moorhead said she has played since she was five years old, and until only a few years ago, played at her church. She plays the piano now, especially after a hard day - to relieve stress.

Below is a Loveland Magazine Video of one of the pieces Moorhead played...

Loveland High School Spring Athletic Signing Ceremony

Watch Loveland Magazine Video of Signing Ceremony and Learn More About These Athletes

by Chris Shoals

LOVELAND, OHIO - A record, fifteen seniors were honored during a spring signing ceremony at Loveland High School on May 10. In total, 32 Loveland High School Athletes have signed letters of intent to play a sport at the college level this year. The spring signees are:

 

 

Here is the complete list of Loveland High School athletes who will further there sports careers at the college level:

Courtney Allen – Muskingum University - softball
Kyle Lewis – Muskingum University - wrestling
Ashley Dundes – Ohio Valley University - volleyball
Abby Vargo – Ohio Northern University - soccer
Holly Hubble – Mt. St. Joseph College - lacrosse
Emily Holzderber – Wilmington College - basketball
Nick Chaney – Earlham College - football
Jordan Hawk – Urbana University – baseball
Andrew Dowd – Otterbein College – lacrosse
Kelsey Kerkhove – Purdue University – cheerleading
Natalie Brosz – Bellarmine University – golf
Emily Zetterberg – University of Cincinnati - cheerleading
Daniel Canada - University of Indianapolis – baseball
Tony Hamann – Belarmine Unversity – basketball
Allison Cadwallader – Northern Kentucky Univeristy - cheerleading
Samantha Burpee - Elmhurst College - volleyball
Isaac Spence - Hillsdale College - football
Mason Scheeler - University of Charleston (WV) - football
Forrest Behne - Washington and Lee University - swimming
Dustin Brown - Georgetown College - football
Sarah Fisher - Washington University - cross country
Matt Eltringham - Hillsdale College - football
Katie Jarvis - Lacrosse - University of Cincinnati
Sammie Wheeler - Swimming - University of Cincinnati
Adam Engel - Baseball - University of Louisville
Andrew Newbold - Sacred Heart University - lacrosse
Mollie Kuramoto - Purdue University - soccer
Chris Kuramoto - American University - soccer
Ellie Iaciofano - Tennessee Tech University - soccer
Brandon Williams - Michigan State University - swimming

Watch Loveland Magazine Video of Signing Ceremony Where Athletic Director Jeff Zidron tells You More About These Athletes...

 

Julia Proctor is “Doodle 4 Google” Regional Winner

Vote Online for Proctor to Become National Winner

LOVELAND, OHIO - Loveland Middle School seventh grader Julia Proctor is one of 40 regional winners in the Google’s “Doodle 4 Google” national competition.  The   contest is open to K-12 students of U.S. schools to create their own Google doodle inspired by the theme, "If I Could Do Anything, I Would…" Julia’s entry entitled “Free the World of Pollution” features watercolor of nature incorporating the Google logo.  Out of 33,000 entries, a total of 400 were selected nationwide.

As a regional winner, Google is flying Julia and her mother to New York where the National Winner will be announced on May 26.  She also received a t-shirt printed with her doodle on it.

Google representatives visited Loveland Middle on Tuesday, May 18 at an assembly of seventh graders where they recognized Julia and her art teachers Mrs. Carole Ritchie and Mrs. Bethany Federman.

The next phase of the contest is online voting to pick the winning entry. Currently, 40 Regional Finalists are now posted online and voting is open from May 18, from 6  AM Pacific Time (PT) to May 25, 5 PM Pacific Time (PT).

The National Winner will win a $15,000 college scholarship to be used at the school of their choice, a laptop computer, and a Wacom digital design tablet. Google will also award the winner's school a $25,000 grant towards the establishment/improvement of a computer lab. The winning doodle will also be featured on the Google.com homepage on May 27, 2010.

To vote for Julia Proctor’s doodle… (It's very easy... and Google does not ask you any other question except who you want to vote for.)

1. Go to: "http://www.google.com/doodle4google/"

2. Click on the link to Vote Now in the upper right corner.

3. Look in the 7th-9th grade category.

4. Click on Region 5.

5. When you see Julia Proctor from Region 5.

6. Select it and CLICK the "Vote for This Doodle" button.

Juliia said, "In my doodle, 'Free the World of Pollution', I express my love of nature and my interest in protecting our earth's ecosystems. Pollution is disrupting the balance on Earth, and I believe that if everyone finds a way to help, all of nature would rejoice in happiness and harmony"