Loveland Magazine

Access Denied in Concert at Shooters

 

 

Access Denied

Sunday, February 19

Join in an evening of Rock-n-Roll fun beginning at 5:30 PM till closing time.
10% of food purchases go to Loveland Athletic Boosters.

 

 

Shooters Sports Grill

PRESENT THIS FLYER WHEN PLACING ORDER

( Download Shooters Fundraiser )

 

 

 

Valentine's Day Breakfast

 

Tuesday, February 14 - Valentine's Day Breakfast

Honoring the 2012 Valentine Lady Jan Ranard as well as poetry contest winners and valentine card artist winner.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

or call 513-683-1544

Register by Friday, February 10

 

Epiphany Choir Concert to Benefit Trip to World Choir Games

Concert on Sat Feb 11 toSupport Epiphany Choir in the World Choir Games this Summer

 

    You are invited to "A Touch of Class", a musical concert featuring

Voices in Praise, Youth Voices in Praise, Joyful Noise, Epiphany

 Children's Choir and Epiphany Children's Handbell Choir. 

 

     Also, performing are various friends from the College-Conservatory of Music. 

     The concert is Saturday Feb 11, 2012 , 7:15 pm, at Epiphany United Methodist Church, 6635 Loveland - Miamiville Road. 

      Invite your friends, and come and enjoy this evening of musical entertainment.

 

     A freewill offering will be taken to support Voices in Praise in the World Choir Games.

Meet Valentine Card Artists this Saturday

 

"Cards that make people smile.”

Loveland, Ohio - Friday, February 11 is Second Saturday Open Studios at the Loveland Artists Studios on Main.

A featured display in the main gallery this month is the Valentine art of four resident artists who have won at various times over the years, the Loveland Area Chamber of Commerce Valentine Card design contest. Included, is this year’s winner, Jamie Morath. Morath’s art has adorned the annual Valentine card, in 2008, 2009, and 2012. The Chamber’s Valentine Program began in 1972.

The Chamber Valentine cards are central to their nationally-known stamping and postmark program. Valentines are hand-stamped with a unique cachet, which is modeled after the year's winning card, and then hand-cancelled with a special Loveland, Ohio, postmark.  Each year, they re-mail thousands of cards to all 50 states and many foreign countries. The Chamber’s cards always contain the words, “There is nothing in this world as sweet as love.”

The other artists featured during the “Second Saturday” are two time winner, Nancy Sullivan, (2008, 2011) Monica Anne Achberger (2010) and Loveland Magazine Publisher, David Miller (2000).

Sullivan’s story is that while living in Loveland she realized that we were on a migratory path for birds with all our green space and trees. “I love birds and their antics and it seems a natural to combine them with Lovelands heart theme.” She said that the first card is more romantic and the second design was a little bit of a family idea. “My first serious job was with American Greetings and even though I was in accounting, I have always loved greeting cards. Cards that make people smile.”

Sullivan has been a long standing and active member of the historic Cincinnati Art Club, serving on the board several times, and years ago she was also a participant in the “Reginald Grooms Circle”. Her paintings can be found in corporate and private collections from coast to coast. You can also view and purchase her art at her studio at the Loveland Artists Studios on Main. Visit her Web Site or send her an E-Mail.  

Achberger said that driving by Anniversary Park, on West Loveland Avenue everyday, inspired her to capture the romantic rose garden setting. “The quaintness of the gazebo with the architectural heart motif detail, seems a reminder that in our busy world today - slow down enjoy the view and smell the roses.” Achberger’s Artist Studio profile says, “I create poetic narrative paintings of the places I have been and reflections the world as I want it to be. As I paint, often on location, the process is a luscious, luminous, romantic, textured dance of the brush on the canvas.”

Achberger earned a Bachelors Degree in Fine Art from the Columbus College of Art & Design. She has attended painting workshops with Michael Scott, Chuck Marshall, the Cincinnati Art Academy and Morgan Samuel Price. Throughout her sixteen years as a graphic designer, she has painted and designed jewelry, perfecting her skills in costume and garden design.

Achberger  says that perhaps her need for creative expression comes from her knowledge that life is fragile and not to be taken for granted. For most of her life, she lived with life-threatening kidney disease. However, in 1998, she underwent a successful kidney transplant, receiving a kidney from her husband, John. During her recovery she returned to her “true passion” – oil painting.

In 2011, a photo of Achberger was featured on highway billboards around the Greater Cincinnati Area that urged people to be organ donors.

In the decade since, Achberger has participated in numerous shows and competitions, “Inspiring others to pursue their dreams despite life’s challenges.” She is a signature member of Cincinnati Art Club, OPAS-Ohio Plein Air Society and American Impressionists Society. She graduated from Columbus College of Art & Design. Achberger  has received many awards for her art. (http://monicaachberger.com/news.html) She can be reached via E-Mail or 513.379.8778, or her Web Site.

Morath’s Valentine entry for 2008 was the first art contest she entered since she was in high school. She babysits full time and would draw pages for the kids to color. One baby-sitting parent, Holly McAttee, asked her to enter Loveland's Valentine Card contest. ”I told her there was no time - and what would I paint?  I haven't painted in forever being wrapped up with taking care of all these kids.”  McAttee even offered to drop it off and pick it up for her.

The offer made Morath think about what to paint and at that time the first thing that came into her mind was chocolate. “I love chocolate,” she said.  So she painted a chef with his table of chocolates. Now the question was what medium to use. She decided to try watercolor. This was her very first time using watercolor. “I was happy with the results so I had Holly turn it in.”  About a week or so later Morath got a phone call and she says she is not sure who it was she talked to, but remembers the voice saying something like, "Unfortunately you did not win, but we all thought that your card reminded us so much of a store, Loveland Sweets in Loveland that we wanted to make a limited edition of your Valentine Card."

Morath said that even though she had lived in Loveland for a few years she had not yet been to downtown Loveland to see what's all around.  “Wow.  Not only did I win the first time ever limited edition version, but I found a store close by - that sells chocolates.”

“I am actually a very shy person but have gotten much better since I have started creating art again,” Morath said. “ She remembers being told she had to be at the Loveland Kroger for the Kick-Off. "What?  I can't stand in front of a group of people.” She said that she was one of those kids that faked sick when she had to do a report in front of the class. “I can't do this," she said to herself and panicked until the day arrived. Even though it was a small event and at a familiar place she still had to stand in front of people. ”During the kick off my hands were all sweaty, heart pounding through my head, tears collecting in my eyes - repeating to myself, ‘I can do this. Pretend they are kids I babysit for." Morath’s name was called. “Uh Oh.... Yep almost passed out.” She remembers looking at Nancy Sullivan, who was the other winner, and saying in a quiet voice, "I'm so nervous."

Morath made it through the event and acknowledges not knowing from that point on, how her life would change. She is now an award winning artist receiving twelve awards in the past three years. “My heart still pounds through my head - but with  a smile,” she said.

Morath’s “Limited Edition” version was the Chamber’s first and so far last limited edition version. “If I remember correctly they sold out within a week. I remember people calling me to find out if I had any left.”

Morath said her Valentine card win of 2009 was harder to come up with the idea. “I love animals and still loved chocolates but I think I was afraid to venture out with something totally different so I did another chef.” This time with a basset hound, because her mother-in-law had one that just passed away. “When I got the call that I had won again, but the regular version of the card - I just couldn't believe it.”  She says she was on a roll that year. During the annual kick-off in 2009, she met the new Valentine Lady for that year, Linda Cox. “I had no idea that she had a basset hound. How perfect was that? Her winning the Valentine Lady, and my card winning with the basset. Just the perfect match.”

Morath said she disappeared for a few years until this year, busy with starting her career in art, and appearing at art shows in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. She decided that she would try again, but this time for some reason every time she would say the saying "There's nothing in this world so sweet as love" she would continue with saying "...as the love in Loveland" And, when she thinks of that saying, she thinks of the four-sided clock in Historic Downtown Loveland by the bike trail. “Everyone knows ‘The Clock,” she said. “There's never a time you don't see a huge amount of people there. Whether it's snowing, raining or the sun is shinning bright. You get the feel of friends, family and the love in the community.”  Morath described Loveland as, “Such a great place to live.”  She thought, “What better way to show Loveland then to paint a bike with a man and a lady with their pets by the clock. I think even though it is simple - it says it a lot.” E-Mail or visit Marath's Web Site to learn more.

Miller’s winning design in 2002, was the first time the Chamber chose an entry that was actually a photograph. The photo was of hand prints on a piece of poster board. The hands form a heart, and someone took the tempera paint and in the middle of the heart, spelled out “Loveland” with their finger. He cleaned up the image in “Photoshop” and added the magical prescribed words, “There is nothing in this world so sweet as love.”

At the annual Chamber Valentine Breakfast it was noted that the card sold out shortly after it was introduced. Miller said at the time, “It wasn’t the card design that sold out, it was the concept of sending Valentine Cards from Loveland that was so popular.” This was shortly after the terrorist attacks on the Pentagon, the World Trade Centers, and the downed jet in a Pennsylvania farm field. Miller said, “It was a time when so many people were connecting with loved ones and old friends. Everyone was searching for ways to stay in touch after the country was shaken to its core.”

The event where the hand prints were made into the shape of a heart also has meaning for Miller. It was on the Xavier University Campus at what was called the “Community Building Institute.” Miller was with a group of Loveland residents, and other community groups from the Cincinnati area for a weekend series of workshops to strengthen local neighborhoods. The Loveland Initiative, known as the Loveland Shalom Initiative at the time, was represented by community leaders, such as School Superintendent, Mike Kline, single dads, working moms living below the poverty level, teachers, business people, and several children and teens residing in Loveland’s Section Eight apartments. Miller said, “The way the poster was made had significant meaning to me at the time, because of the diverse make-up of the people who dipped their hands into the paint and formed the heart.”

Miller notes that the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks brought the whole country together, “At least for a time.”

Miller said, that although the card design is not a significant “piece of art” he likes people to know that actually about fifteen Loveland residents, from young to old, made the Loveland Valentine Card in 2001, a month before our nation was unrecognizably changed forever. Miller said, “All I did is what any photographer would do - click the shutter so the moment wouldn’t be lost - as lost as our innocence soon would be.”

You can view these cards, some of the original cart designs and paintings, and meet the artists on Saturday. This is an opportunity to also meet the other 35 artists, tour their studios, see their latest creations - and purchase art. There are fiber artists, glass blowers, bead makers, clay molders, wood turners, sculptors, stained glass artisans, photographers, and of course painters specializing in mixed and varied medium.

Want to learn how to perfect and market your own art? Meet the artists and pry some wisdom from them this Saturday from 6 until 10 PM. The Loveland Artist Studios on Main located in a historic Loveland School Building and former shirt manufacturing facility near the Loveland Post Office.

 

Beau Cybulski’s Homecoming and CSI: Miami Interview

 

Local Actor Home for Viewing of His TV Premier

Loveland, Ohio - Beau Cybulski said that this LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO was his, “First on camera interview.” The young actor seemingly checked his cell phone a couple times every minute before, and during his premier TV appearance last Sunday night. Fans calling and texting? Hollywood producers?

Cybulski was cast in a major supporting role of CSI: Miami. Tano Bistro & Catering in Historic Downtown Loveland hosted a viewing party for the public, Cybulski’s family, high school classmates, family friends, and former Loveland area colleagues.

The CSI episode is titled, Terminal Velocity; a tale of a skydiving sperm donor who is mysteriously murdered. Cybulski plays one of the skydiver’s children who is a major suspect.

Loveland Magazine reporter, Ricky Mulvey asked Cybulski what expectations he had before stepping onto the Los Angles sound-stage for the show’s taping, and talked to him about his future projects. He was also asked about Loveland’s influence on his acting career.

Mulvey also talked to local theater producer, Pat Furterer and Choreographer, Marjory Clegg about knowing Cybulski, “back when” and about the current season at the Loveland Stage Company.

Other projects Cybulski is currently involved in are “Aida” at the Metropolitan Opera, as well as “He’s Way More Famous Than You” which stars Halley Feiffer, Ben Stiller, and Jesse Eisenberg.

Cybulski was a 2010 graduate of Loveland High School, and was active in local productions at that time. In 2006, he was in the motion picture “Invisible Flavor” which was locally produced. Beau was also in Ursaline’s “All Shook Up” which he received a Cappie nomination for Best Lead in a Musical. He is now studying at Pace University in New York. While at Loveland High School, Cybulski starred as Conrad Birdie in Bye Bye Birdie, was Joseph in Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. He has been in numerous local productions including Closer Than Ever at the Cincinnati Actors Studio.

Missed the CSI: Miami episode? Watch it HERE.

 

Get the Kids in Camp!

When kids think summer, they think outdoors, playing together and having fun. Check out a Hamilton County Park District Summer Day Camp. Children ages four to 17 will have opportunities to explore nature through hands-on activities. Registration is now being accepted.

Boosters Jungle Night This Saturday

Click to see Order Form...  Download OasisFundraiser

 

Caledonian Society of Cincinnati's, Robert Burns Dinner

The Caledonian Society of Cincinnati's, Robert Burns Dinner 2012

SAT, JAN 28th

6 PM

Contact Jesse & Billie Andrews for reservations and information at: -574-2969

 

Loveland, Ohio - Once again the Caledonian Society of Cincinnati will be celebrating the life and works of Scotland’s Beloved Poet, Robert Burns.  For 2012 they have moved to Receptions in Loveland to allow more room and a comfortable setting for the event. 

Entertainment lined up includes the Caledonian Pipes and Drums, Cincinnati Scots, Cincinnati Highland Dancers (taught by Louise Reid, Loveland) and the Royal Scottish Country Dancers.  Member Gwlenys Reid (OSM*, Loveland) will once again be calling on the officers of the Society to help her with a reenactment of "Scots Wa Hey", the song Burns wrote about Robert the Bruce at the Battle of Bannockburn.

Also, there will be a traditional Haggis Ceremony, the flaming Haggis will be piped in, and the Burns classic "Ode To A Haggis" will be recited, and then—HAGGIS for everyone.

This is a very colorful and bright event within the Cincinnati area... tartans, kilts, and bagpipes. Kilted kids of every age will be there, as this family reception-like event unfolds.

The Buffet style meal will consist of a carving station with slow roasted top round of beef with red wine demi glace and horseradish, also available will be Grilled Chicken Breast with tomato basil salsa.  Cocktails and appetizers will start at 6 PM with dinner at 7 PM.  

Ticket prices are $24 for adults, $12 for children (12 and under).

The Caledonian Society, is the oldest Scottish Society in the U.S.; west of the Alleghenies. It was founded in 1827. It is a benevolent Society (5013c) which supports and maintains Scottish culture with Cincinnati OH, KY, and IN areas. Our members include Salmon P. Chase, and other historical figures within Cincinnati's past. Each year, the Society holds a Burns Supper, a Founders Day Family Picnic, and a Saint Andrews Ball. One of our missions, is to give out Wesley and Virginia Montgomery Scholarships to those of Scottish descent. And, the President's Scholastic Prize (rotating) to the top academic from UC in Engineering, Medcine, and DAAP. We are currently giving Easter baskets to patients at Shriners Burns Hospital, to serve the Cincinnati area. Our own Caledonian Pipes and Drums perform annually at Loveland's 4th of July Parade. Its drum-major and a Burns Night organizer is Vice-President Robert Reid, (Loveland). Also, our Lousantisville Highlander Color-Guard performs at parades, and opens the National Scottish Games at Grandfather Mountain, NC. The current President is Ted McGregor (Park Hills KY). For more basic information about the Society go to www.caledoniansociety.org

Loveland's 2012 MLK Day Celebration

LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO of MLK Day in Loveland

Loveland, Ohio - On January 15, the Loveland Initiative held its 15 Annual celebration of the birth and life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

 

Loveland's Beau Cybulski in CSI: Miami

 

Loveland, Ohio - Beau Cybulski, a gradute of Loveland High School will appear on the Sunday January 29th episode of CSI: Miami (10 PM on CBS). He is currently in New York attending Pace University on scholarship.

In 2006, Cybulski acted in Invisible Flavor, a locally produced film by Gretchen and Bob Kessler. At Loveland High School, he acted Conrad Birdie in Bye Bye Birdie and played Joseph in Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. He has been in numerous local productions including Closer Than Ever at the Cincinnati Actors Studio, and Ursaline’s  production of All Shook Up, for which he was nominated for a Cappie for Lead in a Musical. He received Cappie nominations in 2009 and 2010.

The CSI episode is titled, Terminal Velocity. The teaser is: “When a skydiver is murdered, the CSIs discover that he has more than 100 children and all of them are suspects.”

Cybulski will be in Loveland to watch the show with family and friends at Tano Bistro & Catering.

 

Troop 635 Pancake Breakfast & Silent Auction

This is 2nd Saturday at Studios on Main

 

 

A great after-

dinner destination! Visit the artists, purchase artwork, jewelry, pottery, and fiber art the second Saturday of each month. Light fare and beverages provided.

When: 2 ^nd Saturday of each month

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Parking: Free

 

The Loveland Art Studios on Main

529 Main Street (Near Loveland Post Office)

Coming to Paxton's Grill: Tuesday Night Trivia

 

Loveland Athletic Boosters Annual Fund Raiser at Oasis

Loveland, Ohio - The Loveland Athletic Boosters annual fund raiser will be held at the Oasis Country Club on Saturday, January 28. The 6 PM until midnight event will include dinner, music, dancing, gambling, prizes and raffles.

LIVE music from Midnight Special. Dinner, dancing, prizes and raffles.

During the night, the Boosters will present several awards to honor Booster supporters from around the community.

Table of 10 - Night at the Oasis  -  $350 

Couple - Night at the Oasis  - $80

Single - Night at the Oasis - $40

 

Chamber of Commerce Loveland Valentine Programs

Loveland Valentine Kickoff Event

Saturday, January 7 from 11 AM - Noon

Where: Loveland Stage Company

You can join the Loveland Area Chamber of Commerce at the Loveland Stage Company as they iuntroduce the 2012 Valentine Lady, Jan Ranard and Valentine Card design winner, Jamie Morath. Refreshments will be provided by the Loveland Kroger's and there will be live entertainment from the Loveland Stage Company.

This event is FREE to the public.

Call the Loveland Area Chamber of Commerce to register at 513-683-1544.

Loveland Post Mark on Your Cards

You can have your Valentine's stamped with a special message, and the Loveland, Ohio post mark.

If you'd like to personally drop off your Valentine cards for stamping, the Chamber will be set up at the Loveland Post Office during the first two weeks in February from 10 AM until 4 PM Monday through Friday and 9 AM until 2 PM on Saturdays. 

Loveland Valentine Breakfast

Tuesday, February 14 from 8 - 10 AM

Where: Oasis Conference Center

TIckets are $20 and include a full hot breakfast

You can celebrate with the Loveland community at the annual Valentine's Day celebration and meet the Valentine Poetry Contest winners, the Valentine Card design winner and the 2012 Valentine Lady.

Register at www.lovelandchamber.org or by calling 513-683-1544

Purchase your 2012 Loveland, OH Valentine Cards at the following locations:

Loveland Kroger's

Pizazz Studio

The UPS Store in Loveland

Union Savings Bank in Loveland

Loveland Health Care Center

Greater Loveland Historical Society Museum

LCNB in Loveland

The Lodge Retirement Community

(The commemorative valentine card is sponsored by the Loveland Health Care Center)

Winter Art Show Begins Friday

The Loveland Arts Council will be holding their annual Winter Art Show at the Loveland Artist Studios on Main.

An opening reception will be this Friday at 6 PM, Including entertainment, appetizers and cocktails.

There will also be a silent auction of Christmas Trees decorated by various artists. Proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Respite Center for the Homeless.

The show will be open on the following schedule:

Opening Reception - Friday December 2nd from 6 to 9 PM
Including entertainment, appetizers and cocktails.

Kids Art Show Opening Saturday December 3rd from 11 AM to 2 PM

Daily art show hours - December 3rd through 17th, 11 AM to 5 PM (Closed Sundays)

The Nutcracker Ballet Comes to Loveland High School this Saturday

Loveland, Ohio - The Greater Milford Events & Arts Council (GMEAC) and ballet tech® of ohio announce a Loveland, Ohio debut of The Nutcracker ballet. The ballet is staged by Claudia Rudolf Barrett, founder and director of ballet tech of ohio and former soloist and ballet mistress of the Cincinnati Ballet Company (CBC). The performances will be held at Loveland High School, 1 Tiger Trail, Loveland, Ohio on Saturday, November 19, at 2  and 7 PM.

“We’re excited to bring this fun and festive holiday show to Loveland,” commented Claudia Rudolf Barrett, founder, ballet tech of ohio. "This Nutcracker is inspired by the original version that was brought to America by the Ballet Russe and has been a part of my life since 1974. Audiences and performers alike never tire of the brilliant and beautiful Tchaikovsky score as well as the enchanting holiday story based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s book, ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’ that speaks to the child in all of us.”

An interesting array of tri-state family cast members will participate in this ballet including professional guest artist, Sergey Pakharev and daughter Anna, along with award-winning dancers of ballet tech of ohio. Primary characters represented by local Loveland and Milford residents include:

• Clara and Fritz portrayed by Alexandra Wells and brother Christopher Wells, Loveland
• Mayor and Mrs. Silberhaus performed by resident and former Mayor of Milford, David Hunter, and his wife, Karen Hunter (who will also portray Mother Ginger).
• Sugar Plum Fairy performed by Anna French, Loveland with Cavalier and guest artist, Liang Fu, soloist of the Cincinnati Ballet Company (CBC).
• Diane Thomas, parent, and Ginger child performed by daughter, Gracelyn, Milford
• Other Loveland/Milford area cast members include Nia Crerar as the Dew Drop and Arabian Dancer; and Gracie Mahaffey as the angel that consoles Clara in her dream of the battle between the Mouse King and the Nutcracker; as well as Katie Denlinger, Lily Schroeder, Laura Taormina, Mei Thomas, Sophia Vance and Sophia Zou.    

Set to Tchaikovsky’s music, the show will include the Russian Dance, Waltz of the Flowers, March, the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and more. Clara, Fritz, their magical uncle Herr Drosselmeyer, the growing Christmas tree, the battle between the Nutcracker King, Mouse King, soldiers and mice, the Snow Queen and King in the Land of Snow, Peppermint Candies, Mother Ginger and her Ginger Kids, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier never fail to delight young and old alike.

The Nutcracker Ballet was first performed in the United States in 1944. The story, the music, the dancers, holidays, Christmas trees, and nutcrackers appeal to audiences of all ages. “Whether you have seen the Nutcracker many times, or perhaps have never had the opportunity, put November 20th on your calendar and bring the entire family,” said Barrett.

“GMEAC is pleased to once again sponsor this holiday show,” commented Connie Hunter, president, GMEAC. “The activity aligns with our charter of bringing cultural events to the greater Milford area. It’s a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to enjoy a prestigious holiday event in our community.”

Tickets:  $15 adults; $10 children/students/seniors. Call 513-683-6860 for ticket information.

Up, Up and Away! A Hot Air Balloon Program at Symmes Library

Join Mike Gliatti From Bella Balloons as you learn how a balloon works and some of the history of ballooning. You will also be able to check out a hot air balloon, up close and personal!

For Children and Families

Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

Thursday, November 10, 2011 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

TIGER FALL FIESTA: "Great Benefit to Loveland Schools

Dear Loveland Magazine Readers,

I would like to tell you a little about an event being held in Loveland next Friday which will be of great benefit to Loveland Schools.  The Loveland Middle/Intermediate PTSA will present their annual Fundraiser on November  4th from 7 p.m. until 11:30 at the Oasis Conference Center.  It’s a fun, casual night of dancing to local band the Perpetrators, sipping margaritas and great hors d’oeuvres.

Cost for this year’s event is $20 per person with mailed RSVP or $25 at the door the night of the event.  This year’s event – TIGER FALL FIESTA– will feature a silent auction, several raffles, and live music by local band, The Perpetrators.  This is the main fundraiser for the Middle and Intermediate School PTSA. 

The money we raise at this event helps fund programs such as Science Day, Tiger Bash, Camp Kern Pi Day, Career Day, Smart Boards for the classrooms, signage for the schools and many other things that take place at our schools. 

Some of this year’s silent auction Items Include: Air hockey and foosball table from Watson's; I-pad 2 from BKD Accounting; Topaz and diamond ring from Eddie Lane Jewelers; $199.00 birthday party from Recreation Outlet; wine cooler and restaurant gift cards from Shooter’s, Tony's, Tano's, Stone Creek and many more!  Other items include baskets created by many of the Loveland Middle and Intermediate school teachers by donations from their classroom.

For more information, please contact this year’s Chairperson - Laura Padgett -683-9845.

Thanks,

Melissa Lutz

Halloween Nights in Sharon Woods

A non-scary, family-friendly Halloween event. See tens of thousands of animated and decorative light displays, take a hayride through the woods, make S’mores by the campfire, and experience the many activities offered for the whole family.

Dates:
October 6-30, 2011
(closed Mondays - Wednesdays)

Location:
Parky's Farm in Winton Woods
10073 Daly Road Cincinnati, OH

Time:
Thursday - Sunday
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Cost:
$6.00 per person at the door (under 23 months is free)
Get $1.00 off admission for tickets purchased online here!

To help make your online purchase trouble-free, please be aware that the "How did you hear about Halloween Nights?" field on the ticket information screen is required and must be filled in to complete your purchase.  Also, be sure that your "Billing Address" information matches the address from your credit card statement.  Thank you!

Information:
(513) 521-7275 ext. 285

Weather Hotline:
(513) 728-3551 ext. 355 after 4:00 p.m.

A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.  For additional information, please call (513) 521-PARK (7275).

Eben Kostbar Talks to Loveland Magazine About “The Hammer”

 

Feature Length Movie About Loveland, Ohio's Matt Hamill Premiers Locally This Thursday

 

Hamill was First Deaf Person to Win a NCAA Wrestling National Championship

 

by Ricky Mulvey       

Eben Kostbar is a writer, producer, and actor in “The Hammer,” which is a motion picture based on Loveland’s legendary Matt Hamill. “The Hammer” will be released Thursday October 27 at the Rave Theater in Milford.

 

Loveland Magazine- What should people expect going in to see “The Hammer?”


Eben Kostbar-  They should expect an inspiring and entertaining film, in the realm of the classic sports underdog films like “Rudy,” “Rocky,” and “Hoosiers”. The films job first and foremost is to entertain, but I think people are going to walk away with an appreciation of things they never even thought about. Maybe they didn’t know a lot about mixed martial artists and what they go through.

  Matt is just one story and there is many of them out there. Obviously (you should expect) to learn about a deaf culture that I don’t think too many people had a clue about. And there will be a lot of these things in the movie that won’t be overtly in your face but more subtle to teach you these things. I expect people to leave the theatre entertained, inspired and I guess educated.

L.M. - Now that more of the deaf community has been able to see the film, what has their response been?

E.K. – It’s been overwhelmingly positive. We’re a hearing group of filmmakers so we brought in a group of deaf people to make sure the story we tell is genuine and authentic.

  It’s been a six year journey, and when we were just starting out I personally learned a lot of things I didn’t know and I wanted to make sure that at the end of the day, this is a film the deaf community can be proud of and hopefully make a difference in people’s lives.

 We’ve had private screenings all over the country with the prominent deaf figures  such as Marlee Matlin. Everyone has said this is the first film that has properly portrayed their culture. Marlee of course was in a film (“Children of a Lesser God”) and she's proud that it won her an Oscar. However a lot of people had a problem that William Hurt voices for her and a lot of the deaf community. The deaf community was upset because they can speak for themselves. They are hoping that in this film, that the deaf children will see this and be inspired by Matt’s story.

  Just in terms of business I think this can really showcase deaf actors’ talents. Hopefully people in the entertainment business will start writing roles for deaf actors, and not just have them be just character actors. We’re very passionate about what this movie can do.

 L.M. – What would you say is the part of the movie you are the most proud of? 

 E.K. – Well I’m very proud of the entertainment aspect and I think it stands up as a film. However I’m hopeful that this will stand up in peoples’ lives, which is such a rare thing in movies.

A lot of people came out of the film with an appreciation for deaf culture. Maybe somebody owns a business and a deaf person applies for that job, and originally they had a stigma that they had a handicap and were disabled but by watching this film they can learn that they can do everything a normal hearing person can do. That is what I am defiantly most proud of.

L.M. – Recently the title of the film changed from “Hamill: The Movie” to “The Hammer.” What was the reason for this?

E.K. – There are a couple reasons, but all of it is objective. I personally preferred the original title. However our distributors preferred “The Hammer.” They thought that people that don’t know Matt would be more inclined to look at a movie with the title “The Hammer.” Matt’s nickname is The Hammer and there are some subtle plays in that in the film. It was the distributor’s choice.

L.M. – Speaking of the distribution, this is not a normal release as your chances to see the movie are very limited. Can you tell me a little about how people in Cincinnati can go see the movie?

E.K. – We didn’t have a huge budget or a big name to play Matt Hamill because we went with a deaf actor. So it has been difficult in getting a big distributor, even though the big companies loved the film. From a business point of view they thought it would be difficult because of the sensitive matter and that we don’t have star talent, and because there is nothing to compare it against.

    Luckily we have a good company that hasn’t done a lot of narrative features called D&E, and they loved the film and courted us because they believed in the film and thought that along with the general public, a lot of core groups would love to see the film. This is the best we can do right now but if it is successful; then more screenings and times will be added. Small films have to grow to be successful. A theater like AMC play doesn’t want to tick off big studios by playing a lot of art or smaller films. We are lucky for the times we have.

   In the Cincinnati area you can go to the AMC Theater in Newport, The Rave in Milford or The Rave West Chester. We recently added this feature to www.thehammerfilm.com where you can punch in your address under theaters and it will tell you the closest one to you like Google Maps.

L.M. - What was your response to Matt’s recent retirement, and how do you think that affected the film?

E.K. – Well it definitely affected the film because every time Matt fought we’d get automatic PR from the UFC. But our movie stands alone from his fighting career. It’s not a UFC story; it’s about his journey from where he started out, and how he became the first deaf person to win a NCAA wrestling national championship. We thought that just that storyline was compelling enough for the film. The UFC stuff was never really covered in our movie.

   We have lost a little bit of the built in PR, but the UFC has been great in spreading the word.

L.M. – What has surprised you most about the 6 year process of this movie?

E.K. – There has been a lot of surprises. I thought it would be easier to get this movie to the screen in terms of raising the money. Obviously I was mistaken. There are genres of films that are easier to get out there like horror or suspense. However I thought that because I was so passionate about Matt’s story that others would be too. Again, it’s a story that I think will have a longer shelf life, than most.  You might watch a horror or an action movie once or twice but I still have some of the classics that I grew up with like “Rudy” or “Rocky” and I still occasionally watch them.

   At the end of the day, raising the financing and getting the distribution was a lot more difficult than I expected.

 L.M.- The real Rudy (Daniel Ruettiger) has recently showed his support for the film, can you tell me a little bit about that?

E.K. – When I was at the Heartland Film Festival in Indiana this past weekend, he was there as a part of another film called “The Little Red Wagon” (starring Anna Gunn, from “Breaking Bad.”) that was made by the director of “Rudy” David Anspaugh, and myself and Rudy struck up a conversation, about how I was inspired by his movie as a kid. Then he was so touched that his journey inspired mine and he was also a fan of my movie.

 He said, “If you like ‘Rocky’ or ‘Rudy,’ then you will love ‘The Hammer.’” He might come out for the opening as well.

    I’m hoping our film might have a similar impact. Probably, if I didn’t watch “Rudy,” the journey I took might not even have happened.

L.M. – Any final thoughts?

E.K. – Well I’d like to plug the website, www.thehammerfilm.com, where it will show the specific dates and times of the film. For most it is Thursday October 27th, and the following Wednesday, but there are some changes in the dates.

 L.M. – What is next for you?

E.K. – Next on the plate is a quirky comedy (not a sports movie) called “Free Samples” which stars Jesse Eisenberg (“The Social Network.”) We have a couple others too so check out www.filmharvest.com if you are interested.

L.M. – Thanks for joining us.

E.K.- Any time.

Based on the life of the UFC fighter, Matt Hamill, The Hammer is a coming of age drama about the first deaf wrestler’s journey to win a National Collegiate Championship.  Raised among those with the ability to hear, Matt finds himself no less an outsider amidst the Deaf community.  But through sheer determination, he turns what could be a disability into an asset and in the process serves as an inspiration for both those who can hear and those who cannot.

 

Watch the Offical Trailer

 

Tiger Fall Fiesta Party Friday, Nov. 4 at Oasis

Loveland Ohio - The Tiger Fall Fiesta Party is coming up Friday, Nov. 4 at the Oasis Conference Center from 7-11:30 PM. The cost is $20 per person in advance or $25 per person at the door. (Cash or check only.) It’s a casual night of dancing to the band the Perpetrators, sipping margaritas and hors d’oeuvres. There will also be dozens of themed gift baskets and many gift cards and services/products donated by area businesses in the Silent Auction. There will also be raffle items.
 
This is an adults-only event and is the primary fundraiser for the Loveland Middle/Intermediate School PTSA (also known as MINT PTSA). The money raised at this event enables MINT PTSA to help fund Science Day, Tiger Bash, Career Day, Camp Kern, and helps MINT PTSA make capital purchases for the schools, such as Smart Boards.

If you have any questions, contact Laura Padgett at 659-1979 or laurap123@aol.com.

 

If you’d like to attend, mail your check to Laura Padgett, 1519 Crown Point Lane, Loveland, OH 45140. Include your name and an email address for confirmation that your reservation was received. If you’d like to support this cause, but can’t attend, you can send donations mailed to the same address. Please make all checks for reservations or donations to MINT PTSA.

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COCKTAILS & CLAY            Join us for this unique monthly event that gets the creative juices flowing. Decompress after the long week and find your way with clay. This two hour event is project oriented and just may become your regular final Friday folly. Wine and beer provided.                 Dessert Plates          Friday, October 28th          7:00pm - 9:00pm  Adult/Child Four Week Class Session   This class is offered to give you and a child time to enjoy together, while learning and exploring the wonders of clay.     Clay projects are themed around the season, class interests, upcoming holidays and encourages individuality and creativity. Come and enjoy time together.   October 29, November 5, 12 & 19 Time:  10:00am - 12:00pm Six Week Class Sessions      After School Enrichment Program   Wheel Throwing - Adult   Ceramic Sampler - Adult    Clay Alliance Empty Bowls a benefit for Kids Cafe   Sunday, November 6th   Bell Event Centre, 444 Reading Rd. (at Pendleton in Over-the-Rhine)  www.clayalliance.org Whistle Stop Clay Works   119 Harrison Loveland, Ohio 45140   513.683.CLAY (2529) www.whistlestopclayworks.com

Loveland, Ohio and Beyond - Trick or Treat Hours

In Loveland, Goshen Township, Deerfield Township, Symmes Township, Hamilton Township, Miami Township, Milford, and Mainville, the Trick or Treat Hours are...

October 31 from 6 until 8 PM

 

Other Area Events

In Deerfield Township you can go to Halloween Treat Street at the Deerfield Towne Center on Friday, October 28 from 6 until 8 PM.
 
Montgomery says:
Join us for Pumpkin Walk on Saturday, October 22, 3-5pm, at Pioneer Park which is located at 10505 Deerfield Road. Free! No registration required. Event is geared for kids 10 and under.

Join us for a family friendly, not scary, Pumpkin Walk! Kids come dressed in costume and collect goodies along the pathway from the costumed characters. Families can also enjoy a magic show, petting zoo and hayrides. Rain cancels. Bring your camera for a photo stop!
Call Julie at 792-8316 for more information!
Oct 31, 2011 - 6:00 PM


In the City of Milford
Valley View Nature Preserve will host Haunted Hayrides on October 14th & October 15th from 8PM-10PM at 5330 South Milford Road. For additional information about tickets, visit www.valleyviewcampus.org

Matt Hamill Movie Released to Local Theaters

“Hamill” the feature length movie about the life of Loveland, Ohio native Matt Hamill has been renamed, "The Hammer". It is being released to select theaters around the country on October 27. Tickets for the 7 PM showing of the movie at the Rave Milford 16 theaters at 500 Rivers Edge Drive can be ordered HERE. On-line tickets are $11 for adults and $8.50 for seniors and children.

Tickets are also being sold for the Rave West Chester 18 theater.

Based on the life of the UFC fighter, Matt Hamill, The Hammer is a coming of age drama about the first deaf wrestler’s journey to win a National Collegiate Championship.  Raised among those with the ability to hear, Matt finds himself no less an outsider amidst the Deaf community.  But through sheer determination, he turns what could be a disability into an asset and in the process serves as an inspiration for both those who can hear and those who cannot.

Loveland Magazine Sports Writer Ricky Mulvey has written extensively about the making of the movie. Below are links to those stories, including interviews with Matt Hamill, Russell Harvard the actor who plays Matt Hamill, director Oren Kaplan , writer and producer Eben Kostbar, and producer, Punkass.

Interview with Matt “The Hammer” Hamill

Review: Hamill the Movie

Matt Hamill Subject of Movie

Hamill the Movie's Photos - Movie Stills

“Hamill” An Exclusive Interview with Director Oren Kaplan

A Conversation with “Hamill” Director Oren Kaplan

"Hamill" -  My Experience at The Cleveland International Film Festival

Exclusive Interview with Screenwriter and Actor, Eben Kostbar

An Interview With Actor Russell Harvard: Plays Loveland's Matt Hamill

Mulvey Interviews "Hamill" Writer and Producer Eben Kostbarj

Mulvey Interviews Hamill Producer, "Punkass"

 

Occupational Music by Live Alive for Occupy Cincinnati

Aaron Disney

http://www.reverbnation.com/play_now/song_10510469
I wrote this song for you and everyone joining in the movement for all around better living for all! I LOVE YOU ALL AND STAY STRONG! IF YOU LIKE THE MESSAGE SPREAD IT AND WE CAN CHANGE THIS COUNTRY FOR THE BETTER!

They're not only kids
They're hope
they're you vigilance
Sleepin at night
In the cold, on the pavement
Waving there signs in the air
But you don't care
Saving our lives
Reminding people that we can change anything

Our voices won't fall on deaf ears
When the world is ready to hear

So now is the time to make a difference
You got there attention
Now what, you gonna do with it
Waving your signs in the air But they don't care
Now is the time
by reminding people that we can change any thing
Our voices won;t far on deaf ears
When the world is ready to hear

Revolutionary? on the contrary
It's the principles we land on this soil for
A little piece of freedom
Without the acts of greed
Oh its just to much to bare
We know it's not fair

You look down from the top
Your view is a swelling sea
of angry people
They're your son's and your friends
The workers have ends and needs

So they're not only kids
They're you neighbors
They're your relatives
Sleeping at not,
in the hopes for some benefits
Waving there signs in the air
But you should care
Please take the time

Our voices won't fall on deaf ears
when the world is read to hear

Bikes Bands Bites Declared a Success

Loveland, Ohio - The first, day long, Bikes, Bands, and Bites event in Historic Downtown Loveland was measured a success by its organizers. The day began with a bike ride that left downtown at 9 AM and meandered throughout Southern Warren County, and ended late in the evening with the Links Music Festival in Nisbet Park at the Loveland Bike Trail and the State and National Little Miami Scenic River. Three-hundred riders chose routes between 7 and 75 miles looping back into Loveland. The proceeds of the bike ride went to the Heartstone Foundation to help greater Cincinnati residents deal with the financial hardships of major medical care.

In between the pedaling and guitar pic'n, was the opportunity to buy tickets for food tastings at local restaurants. It was reported that The Works had a near record day of receipts at the brick-oven pizza restaurant.

The Links Music Festival raised awareness for the CityLink Center in Cincinnati's West End Neighborhood.

Downtown was also decorated with bicycle themed art created by members of the Loveland Arts Council.

In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE HD VIDEO you can hear from the event organizers, see some of the bicycle art, and listen to Holly Spears from Nashville entertaining during the music festival.

 

Eat at City Barbeque: Raise $’s for Loveland Show Choir

Long time Loveland Music Boosters supporter Linda Bonnell said, “The Loveland Music program is fabulous. You should come see them perform sometime.”

On October 5 the Loveland Music Boosters will have a fund raiser at City Barbeque in Blue Ash. 25% of your purchase will be donated back to support the Show Choir programs.

Brenda Bilotta said, “It’s folks like Linda that help keep our program fun. The kids love knowing people enjoy watching them perform and we really appreciate their support." Bilotta  said that it's very costly to purchase all the costumes and pay for the traveling to various venues for show choir competitions. “Every donation is greatly appreciated and it goes to a good cause.”

The fund raiser runs all day on dine-in and carry-out orders. If ordering carry out for large groups, use the Pig Up ‘n Go Menu.

Flyer must be presented at time of order to receive credit for the sale. Download City BBQ coupon

Bilotta added, “Please join us at City Barbeque the food is really great too.”

Bonnell said, “Please join us at City BBQ to help fund our program.”

Location:  Blue Ash (10375 Kenwood Rd. 45242 Phone 257-0362)

Kings Island's Halloween Haunt Opens Today

MASON — Kings Island officials always hope for a lively crowd, but during Halloween Haunt, it’s the undead who rule the theme park. READ ON AT WESTERN STAR...