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ault park concours d’eleganceannual automotive event highlights german engineering & indian bikes

The Ault Park Concours d’ Elegance is one of the most anticipated automobile events in the Midwest. Each year about 200 rare and beautiful automobiles are assembled in the gardens of Cincinnati’s Ault Park in Mt. Lookout. Major themes for this year’s show are Excellence In German Design and Engineering, Morgan’s 100th Anniversary, and Indian Motorcycles. With our German heritage, many Cincinnatians know about Mercedes, Porsche, and BMW. Visions of 300SL Roadsters and Porsche Speedsters quickly come to mind, and they’ll be on hand. But what about Horch, Adler and DKW? A little less name recognition for these German models, but they too will be on display along with others more familiar brands like Audi, Opel and Volkswagen. This year is the 100th Anniversary for the Morgan Motor Car Company. For fans of this limited production car company that manufactures about 650 cars per year, the good news is that Morgans are still being made. Celebrities like Nicholas Cage and sports figures such as Cincinnati Bengal’s Dhani Jones have fallen for its appeal. Beginning with a prototype in 1909, Morgan’s first cars were 3 wheelers. Morgan Founder Henry F.S. Morgan used motorcycle engines for these cars, which were light cycle cars or “Trikes” as Morgan enthusiasts like to call them. Four-wheeled cars came in 1936 once Morgan became convinced that four wheels weren’t just a fad. Their first four wheeled cars were called Flat Rads because of their external radiators that have a flat front profile. HFS Morgan believed in competition as a way to improve

his designs. So did Indian’s founders George Hendee and Carl Hedstrom. By the time Morgan built his prototype Trike in 1909, Indian Motorcycles had been making innovative motorcycles for nearly 10 years – since 1901. Today they are most coveted by motorcycle collectors, helped along by Cannonball Baker’s record cross-country run on an Indian V-twin in 1911. Firsts in engineering, motorcycle design and competition wins for Indian are just staggering. The famed V-twin motorcycle engine design later used by Harley Davidson was first offered by Indian in 1906, five years ahead of HD. Jumping over to Great Britain, Indian Motorcyles won the first 3 places in the inaugural Isle of Man motorcycle races in 1911! By 1920, Indian racing motorcycles could reach 120 mph. This propelled Ed Kretz to win the first ever Daytona 200 Race in 1937. When America entered WWII, Indian won the competitive contracts to build 40% of all motorcycles purchased for US wartime supply. Despite all these achievements, Indian Motorcycle’s sales fell off in the 1950’s and its production ended by 1953. Motorcycle owners often don’t preserve their bikes for future use and display, so it is quite special that five Indian motorcycles will be displayed at Ault Park, including two models from the 1930’s, representing the Chief, Dispatch and “4” models. In addition to the automobiles themselves, the Ault Park Concours d’ Elegance also features automotive fine art from local, regional and national artists. You can enjoy the cars and the artwork on June 14 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information or to order tickets, please visit www.OhioConcours.com or call (513) 321-1951.

Farmers Markets are in season in Cincinnati. There are tons to enjoy, from Findlay Market to the Hyde Park Farmers Market, and dozens of other markets, farms, and food stands that provide local and organic goodies.

Here are 10 reasons to make local and organic foods a part of your daily life - not just a summer fad.

1. Reduce The Toxic Load: Keep Chemicals Out of the Air, Water, Soil and our BodiesBuying organic food promotes a less toxic environment for all living things. According to the USDA, only 0.5 percent of crop and pasture land is organic. That leaves 99.5 percent of farm acres in the U.S. at risk of exposure to noxious agricultural chemicals.

Our bodies are the environment, so supporting organic agriculture doesn’t just benefit your family, it helps all families live less toxically.

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2. Reduce if Not Eliminate Off Farm PollutionIndustrial agriculture doesn’t singularly pollute farmland and farm workers; it also wreaks havoc on the environment downstream. Pesticide drift affects non-farm communities with odorless and invisible poisons. Synthetic fertilizer drifting downstream is the main culprit for dead zones in delicate ocean environments, such as the Gulf of Mexico, where its dead zone is now larger than 22,000 square kilometers, an area larger than New Jersey, according to Science magazine.

3. Protect Future GenerationsBefore a mother first nurses her newborn, the toxic risk from pesticides has already begun. Studies show that infants are exposed to hundreds of harmful chemicals in utero. In fact, our nation is now reaping the results of four generations of exposure to agricultural and industrial chemicals, whose safety was deemed on adult tolerance levels, not on children’s. According to the National Academy of Science, “neurologic and behavioral effects may result from low-level exposure to pesticides.” Numerous studies show that pesticides can adversely affect the nervous system, increase the risk of cancer, and decrease fertility.

4. Build Healthy SoilMono-cropping and chemical fertilizer dependency has taken a toll with a loss of top soil estimated at a cost of $40 billion per year in the U.S., according to David Pimental of Cornell University. Add to this an equally disturbing loss of micro nutrients and minerals in fruits and vegetables. Feeding the soil with organic matter instead of ammonia and other synthetic fertilizers has proven to increase nutrients in produce, with higher levels of vitamins and minerals found in organic food, according to the 2005 study, “Elevating Antioxidant levels in food through organic farming and food processing,” Organic Center State of Science Review (1.05)

5. Taste Better and Truer FlavorScientists now know what we eaters have known all along: organic food often tastes better. It makes sense that strawberries taste yummier when raised in harmony with nature, but researchers at Washington State University just proved this as fact in lab taste trials where the organic berries were consistently judged as sweeter. Plus, new research verifies that some organic produce is often lower in nitrates and higher in antioxidants than conventional food. Let the organic feasting begin!

6. Assist Family Farmers of all SizesAccording to Organic Farming Research Foundation, as of 2006 there are approximately 10,000 certified organic producers in the U.S. compared to 2,500 to 3,000 tracked in 1994. Measured against the two million farms estimated in the U.S. today, organic is still tiny. Family farms certified as organic farms have a double economic benefit: they are profitable and they farm in harmony with their surrounding environment. Whether the farm is a 4-acre orchard or a 4,000-acre wheat farm, organic is a beneficial practice that is genuinely family-friendly.

7. Avoid Hasty and Poor Science in Your FoodCloned food. GMOs and rBGH. Oh my! Interesting how swiftly these food technologies were rushed to market, when organic fought for 13 years to become federal law. Eleven years ago, genetically modified food was not part of our food supply; today an astounding 30 percent of our cropland is planted in GMOs. Organic is the only de facto seal of reassurance against these and other modern, lab-produced additions to our food supply, and the only food term with built in inspections and federal regulatory teeth.

8. Eating with a Sense of PlaceWhether it is local fruit, imported coffee or artisan cheese, organic can demonstrate a

reverence for the land and its people. No matter the zip code, organic has proven to use less energy (on average, about 30 percent less), is beneficial to soil, water and local habitat, and is safer for the people who harvest our food. Eat more seasonably by supporting your local farmers market while also supporting a global organic economy year round. It will make your taste buds happy.

9. Promote BiodiversityVisit an organic farm and you’ll notice something: a buzz of animal, bird and insect activity. These organic oases are thriving, diverse habitats. Native plants, birds and hawks return usually after the first season of organic practices; beneficial insects allow for a greater balance, and indigenous animals find these farms a safe haven. As best said by Aldo Leopold, “A good farm must be one where the native flora and fauna have lost acreage without losing their existence.” An organic farm is the equivalent of reforestation. Industrial farms are the equivalent of clear cutting of native habitat with a focus on high farm yields.

10. Celebrate the Culture of AgricultureFood is a ‘language’ spoken in every culture. Making this language organic allows for an important cultural revolution whereby diversity and biodiversity are embraced and chemical toxins and environmental harm are radically reduced, if not eliminated. The simple act of saving one heirloom seed from extinction, for example, is an act of biological and cultural conservation. Organic is not necessarily the most efficient farming system in the short run. It is slower, harder, more complex and more labor-intensive. But for the sake of culture everywhere, from permaculture to human culture, organic should be celebrated at every table.________________________________Compiled by Alan Greene, MD (Organic Trade Association), Bob Scowcroft (Organic Farming Research Foundation), Sylvia Tawse (Fresh Ideas Group).


The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra has a special summer season planned for Riverbend Music Center’s 25th anniversary season. With more Billboard charted recordings than any other orchestra in the world and PBS specials that have reached 30 million television viewers, the Pops performs four exciting different concert programs along the banks of the Ohio River in June, July and August-starting with the return of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir on June 18 with Erich Kunzel on the podium. This program featuring the nation’s most famous choir includes choral masterworks, American folk tunes, hymns, music from around the world and patriotic favorites. “This is more than a choir — it’s an American icon,” said Mr. Kunzel. “I have had the pleasure of working with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir for several performances and every time it is so inspirational, revelatory and stirring.” “Stirring” also makes for a fitting description of the next summer concert program on the 4th of July. Cincinnati-native Vince Lee conducts the Pops in a musical Independence Day celebration featuring favorite songs and patriotic anthems including the Armed Forces Salute and, in honor of the Lincoln Bicentennial, a special performance of Copland’s Lincoln Portrait narrated by Channel 9’s Clyde Gray. Joining Maestro Lee and the Pops are Broadway singers Pamela Myers and Lee Roy Reams, as well as the May Festival Summer Chorus. The evening concludes with a dazzling display by Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks. For the PNC Headliners concert on July 18, Cincinnati Pops Associate Conductor Steven Reineke is celebrating the 40th anniversary of one of the greatest festivals in rock history.

Audiences will be encouraged to break out their finest tie-dye as the Pops presents Woodstock: A Flashback, an evening devoted to this amazing event featuring songs by Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Who, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, Jefferson Airplane, and many more with special guests Jeans ‘n Classics and Rik Emmett, former lead singer and guitarist for the rock band Triumph. The summer season closes with a beloved annual tradition:Erich Kunzel’s Broadway-themed concert with the Cincinnati Pops. This year’s program is a tribute to America’s great songwriting team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The Pops will present an evening chock full of popular classics from The Sound of Music, Oklahoma, South Pacific, The King and I, Carousel, and more on Saturday, August 1. Joining Maestro Kunzel and the Pops will be three Cincinnati favorites from Broadway; Kathleen Brett, Aaron Lazar and Daniel Narducci, as well as the all-volunteer May Festival Summer Chorus and Cincinnati Children’s Choir. All four Cincinnati Pops concerts offer a fantastic family entertainment experience. Children 12 and under are admitted free to the lawn for all Pops concerts at Riverbend. The Cincinnati Pops is also offering an all-new package this summer at Riverbend that includes four lawn admissions (restricted to 7/4, 7/18 and 8/1), four complimentary lawn chair rentals, plus four 32 oz. soft drinks or jumbo pretzels – all for $75. You can learn more about the summer concert series, the performers, and specials by calling (513) 381-3300 or visiting www.cincinnatipops.org.

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n June 20, the Reds will play host to the Chicago White Sox and the 2009 Civil Rights game. Four men will be honored at Great American Ballpark in recognition for their efforts towards social justice and equality: Bill Cosby, Hank Aaron, Muhammad Ali, and Donald Dixon. While you most likely have heard of the first three names on that list, the last may not be so familiar. Don Dixon is the pastor at Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church. And the appropriateness of this honor is only understood when you learn that his passion for community outreach and civil rights is only trumped by his love of the Cincinnati Reds. “It really is an addiction. And it’s one that goes back to when I was an 8-year-old listening on the Philco radio. I was the only one in the house who could really hear the ball game in the middle of all the static. So I listened whenever I could, static or

not. I was a true Reds fan. I could quote stats and all that stuff. And it has never changed. I can still remember those days, and that radio. I never saw my first game until I graduated from high school. I went to college in West Chester County, New York. So I always went to the Reds games when they came to play the Dodgers or the Giants. But then, before I graduated, they moved to the west coast and I resented it because I missed out on seeing my Reds. Everybody knows my love of the Reds. I think Bishops avoided sending me to Cincinnati for such a long time because they thought I couldn’t handle it. So they waited until I was an old man until they sent me here.” With retirement on the horizon, Dixon will soon have the chance to reflect on his past decade and a half here in Cincinnati. And while he freely admits that he probably goes to more

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Reds games than he should (20+ each season), I was warned that getting this humble man to talk about his own efforts and accomplishments may be a bit of a challenge. Even if these efforts earned him the Martin Luther King Jr. Award from the Association of Black Baptists. “I’ve always been involved in civil rights issues, but I never imagined I’d be at the center of a day dedicated to civil rights. From the day that I arrived in Cincinnati, I’ve met and really cherished my relationship with the black pastors. Many years ago, Damon Lynch Jr. and I came together at Channel 9 when the station was trying to do something to help local churches in their concern for social outreach and justice. That is how we met and we became friends. Then I became a part of the founding of the AMOS project.” AMOS is a group of congregations that address social and civil problems throughout Greater Cincinnati. “This lead me to get to know people like Pastor Calvin Harper, Jim Chisley, and Craig Chandler. And we’ve grown these relationships over the years – I’ve preached in their churches and they’ve preached in mine.” Dixon traces his interest in civil rights back to his childhood. “When I was young, my prejudice was spoon-fed to me by my family, by my own social outlook, and even the church I was reared in. Segregation was just a part of what people believe. But I broke away from that in my seminary days. So ever since then, racial issues have been extremely important to me. On the first great big march on Washington, we had just finished building this new church in Columbus. Two weeks after we opened the church, I received a phone call asking if our church would be accessible to two busloads of people coming from the west on their way to Washington, D.C. I thought ‘wow, this is a good beginning.’ So I said yes, of course.” His outlook on social change is one that involves patience and a long-term outlook. And it addresses not only a shift in perception and prejudices, but also small- and large-scale outreach on the personal and community levels.

“I think things move slow, but I think there are relationships created that help withstand the periods of injustice. The AMOS Project of which I’m still a part is very concerned about the underemployment of African Americans, as well as the obvious gap between people who go to a suburban school and those who go to an inner city school. And that gap will only get larger unless it is addressed in some way. I’m a cheerleader more than I’m the guy coming up with the idea of how to do it, and I’m not really an educator – I don’t

know how to do those parts. I’m just trying to bear witness to a reality of inequity that needs to be addressed and bring for others to see and act on. I’m not sure what form that takes across the city, but I can reflect on how I’ve seen that play out here at this church. We have a lot of members of the congregation that teach in the public schools, as well as many others that tutor or mentor children. So there is a lot going on in a one-on-one sort of way. But there are also efforts for broader outreach throughout the community as a whole. We just finished a couple projects where well over $30,000 went to provide food to the hungry throughout the city. We have a partnership with Nast Trinity Church in Over-the-Rhine. There are mission trips and community events and involvement.There are so many ways for

people, church-goers or not, to get involved in bettering the community and helping balance out civil rights inequities. But more than that, it’s about creating relationships that are lasting and meaningful. It goes beyond just showing up for an event or donating money. Those things are very important and appreciated. But the relationships formed with the community and individuals within that community are what bring about real change.”__________________________________________________Jason Jones is the Publisher of Eastsider Magazine. You can share your thoughts and ideas about articles and profiles you would like to read with him by visity EastsiderMagazine.com.

Walking downtown, The Cincinnatian Hotel is a familiar sight – bellmen in their crisp uniforms, a steady stream of limos and high-end cars at the valet, and its reputation for excellence as both a hotel and as a restaurant. What many of us don’t

realize is that tucked inside the hotel is The Palace Restaurant, a treasure that is beginning a new chapter of its existence under Chef Jose Salazar and Pastry Chef Summer Genetti. Historically, The Palace Restaurant has had a reputation similar to Pigall’s and the Maisonette: a place for blue bloods, old money, and celebrities who visit Cincinnati to dine, and not for the average Cincinnatian, except, perhaps, for special occasions. Chef Salazar wants to change this by appealling to a broader audience with playful food, lower prices, and a place to have an extraordinary experience on an ordinary day. Chef Salazar is the latest in a string of Palace restaurant chefs, the most recent being Romy Jung, who is now chef at L’Auberge in Dayton. After Jung’s departure, Salazar, with a background including Thomas Keller’s Per Se and Bouchon Bakery, as well as Jean George in New York, came

in and redid the menu… to mixed results. “It was complicated,” says Salazar. “This [the spring menu] is the simplest menu I’ve ever created”. Salazar, whose background includes Puerto Rican ancestry,

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a childhood in Amish country, and a culinary home in New York, has simplified the Spring menu into a playful, yet simple homage to his roots. “I have memories of fresh eggs from local chickens,” he says, “And I go back and everyone still does things the way they’ve always done them.” He uses fresh ingredients from local sources for his creative cuisine. These influences (Latin, American, and French, as well as his time with Thomas Keller) have created an adventurous, yet approachable Spring menu that is both comforting and a little edgy for the Cincinnati culinary scene. Dishes such as “Chicken Caesar”, a play on the ubiquitous chicken caesar salad, features the standard Caesar ingredients: Romaine, parmesan, anchovy, and chicken reinvented into something pedestrian into something exciting: Amish chicken breast, parmesan bread pudding, braised romaine, with anchovy and chicken jus and a parmesan cream. Yellowfin tuna, prepared two ways (seared and tartare) features piquillo pepper, a sweet, mild pepper common in Spanish and Puerto Rican cuisine. Foie gras, a rich duck liver, is accompanied by a fresh herb salad, pickled mango, pistachio and aged balsamic. The foie is rich, but balanced nicely by the accompaniments, which lend a vaguely tropical flavor to this traditional French dish. Everything is simply, yet elegantly plated, allowing the ingredients themselves to shine: everything on the plate has a purpose, and all blend beautifully together. Pastry Chef Summer Genetti has some impressive credentials of her own. Her culinary resume includes J’s Seafood, under Chef Jimmy Gherardi; Pho Paris and most

recently Chalk, where she became known for her “Flight of the Cupcakes”: five miniature cupcakes, in varying flavors, on one plate. Always creative, playful, and adventurous, her cupcakes include old favorites like Red Velvet, and new favorites like vanilla-amaretto. Her chocolate pot de creme is not just custard, but topped with salted caramel and a handful of toffee-covered popcorn; a play on sweet and salty that is satisfying, classic, yet innovative in her presentation. Her desserts span not only the Palace, but also the Cricket lounge, internal catering, and the turn-down service. Genetti says, “The first thing I did upon coming to the Cincinnatian was to change the turn-down cookies,” which were, at the time, store-bought. Toffee chip and chocolate chip are now offered to hotel guests, house made in the same kitchen that serves the Palace. In order to foster the idea that the Palace is not just for special occasions, Salazar and Genetti have teamed up to offer several specials that appeal to a younger, more budget-conscious diner. A prix fixe menu is available for $44, including three courses: two savory, and one sweet. A “Beer and Burger Happy Hour” is available in the Cricket Lounge, which features one of the best burgers in Cincinnati served with a draft beer (Hoegaarden, Bass or OTR) for $8.99 – it’s a great way to introduce yourself to the Palace. Specials change often, so make sure to check their website, www.palacecincinnati.com, for updates.__________________________________________________You can read Julie Niesen’s blog, Wine Me Dine Me, at WineMeDineMeCincinnat.com.


Hello Cincinnati! My name is Cheryl Koopman, and I’m the co-founder of the Hyde Park Blast. Since its inception 8 years ago, our mission has been to produce one of the city’s favorite fitness and fun events, while raising money and increasing awareness for the charities involved with the types of cancer and cancer-related community resources, including The Leukemia Society, the Wellness Community, Give Back Cincinnati, and CancerFree Kids. For those of you who have heard about the Handasyde Hill, don’t worry! The Blast is open to runners and walkers of all abilities! We also have events later in the day for competitive cyclists, residents, the rest of the community, and our favorite party-goers! Over the last eight years, the Blast has been a huge success thanks to our sponsors and all of our participants - we’ve raised over $200,000 for our charities. This year, the Blast is partnering with the Hyde Park Square Business Association for the first annual Taste of Hyde Park and Sidewalk Sale. We want to encourage everyone to bring their wallets and stay for the day – visit the many stores and

restaurants that make up our favorite part of Cincinnati – Hyde Park Square. The day’s events start at 8:00 am with the run/walk. Stick around after the 4 miles for the popular “Kegs ‘n Eggs!” Yes, even on a 90-degree day! At 11:00 am the businesses open their doors for the sidewalk sale, and the restaurants come out all day to show off their culinary skills at the Taste of Hyde Park! The

icing on the cake this year is the coolest block party this side of the Mississippi - The Rusty Griswolds will be playing from 8:00 pm until 1:00 am! Our Blast ambassadors, Jeff Eggleston and Amy Watalk, who have both beat cancer, will be at the days events thanking all our participants and spectators.

Check out www.HPBlast.com for more details about the event, for information about volunteering, for sponsorship opportunities, and to register for any of the events! We’re looking forward to seeing you all on the square on June 27! Tell a neighbor and bring the family and friends out. Help us support the local businesses, raise money to beat cancer, get fit, and most importantly drink and be merry!

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The area along Madison Road and Red Bank Expressway between Madisonville and Oakley is bursting with new construction and roadway improvements. In the center of all the revitalization, tucked away on 40 tree-filled acres, sits The Children’s Home of Cincinnati. Incorporated in 1864 and located on Madison Road since 1917, the private, nonprofit organization is experiencing a revitalization of its own. The Children’s Home was originally established as an orphanage and eventually morphed into a residential treatment center for troubled youth until the late 1990’s. Today, it has evolved into a non-residential, multi-service organization providing special education and mental health treatment to thousands of children and their families each year. Campus and community-based programs serve children ages birth to 18 years who face significant social, behavioral and learning challenges that prevent them from succeeding in their home, school and community settings. A Diamond in the Rough. Though its service model has changed with the needs of the community, its campus facilities drag woefully behind. Former residential spaces have been turned into classrooms and offices, and a satellite location’s buildings were acquired in such dire need of renovation that portable classroom units have temporarily replaced them. Like the eastside areas surrounding it, The Children’s Home is experiencing growing pains. Over the last 7 years, it has grown from serving just over 3,000 children to nearly 7,000. The solution to the ever-growing needs may lie within the community itself.

The Children’s Home of Cincinnati has launched the first building campaign in its 144-year history. The Building on a Legacy of Excellence campaign will support an extensive campus improvement plan to transform its services and facilities. The campaign aims to raise $5 million in support of a $10 million Master Plan to expand, consolidate, and upgrade the campus on Madison Road. The plan will allow the organization to continue its legacy of services for children and families in more appropriate and modern facilities with more efficient operations. The campaign addresses several needs that Ellen Katz Johnson, President & CEO of The Children’s Home, says are urgent: “Since closing our residential programs in 1998, we’ve experienced an extraordinary increase in demand for our services which continues to grow at an astonishing rate. Our facilities have to accommodate this rapid growth to meet the needs of children and their families now and well into the future.” There are three primary objectives to the campaign: to consolidate operations in one location for greater efficiencies and use of resources, upgrade facilities for current programs and their growth, and expand to meet increasing demand for services. The Madison Road campus was last updated in the mid 1980’s to serve a few dozen at a time. Now, it boasts over 200 employees and serves thousands of children throughout the community. Hope Academy, a therapeutic High School currently located in Mt. Healthy, will be relocated to a new High School building on the Madison Road campus to increase efficiencies and the number of services available to children in the program.

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The need for more adequate office space was addressed last fall with the completion of a new Community Services Center, replacing a formerly leased office building in Roselawn, where staff tripled and quadrupled in offices designed for one or two persons. The new center, which sits at the rear of the campus off Duck Creek Road, accommodates approximately 75 early childhood and mental health staff and various therapeutic treatment spaces. Securing the Resources. The objectives can only be realized through a successful campaign. Leading the effort are Co-Chairs Jim and Darla Wainscott. Jim is the Chairman, President, and CEO of AK Steel and Darla is a member of The Children’s Home’s Board of Trustees. Setting the pace is an extraordinary commitment from the Board of Trustees, whose combined campaign gifts total over $1.3 million. Additional campaign gifts bring the total raised to date to $3.46 million. With these gifts in hand, support in all amounts is being sought from the broader community. Darla Wainscott shares that she and her husband feel strong compassion for children who do not have the same advantages as their own. “As we watch our own children grow,” says Darla, “we are reminded that we have a responsibility to all children. We must care for the children who otherwise have limited opportunities to succeed.” Securing one-time gifts to complete campus improvements is of critical importance. Also crucial is ongoing support for the more than 20 programs that change the lives of vulnerable children each day.

In addition to her role in the campaign, Darla Wainscott is an integral part of helping to secure ongoing support as well. Six years ago, she dreamed up the theme for a uniquely entertaining annual fundraiser: the Rockin’ Lobster Party. The end of the summer shindig features Anthony and Dede Muñoz as Honorary Chairs and legendary funk master Bootsy Collins and his wife, Patti, as Honorary Guests. Now in its sixth year, guests have come to love the event for its casual dress code and party atmosphere. Whole Maine lobster and filet mignon dinner is served with a full buffet of side items, followed by live music and dancing, specialty drink bars, and live and silent auctions. One hundred percent of proceeds from the event, which is held on Saturday, August 22 at 6:30 p.m., are used directly for services to vulnerable children. The undertaking of its first ever building campaign and a sizeable annual fundraiser may seem daunting given the current economic climate. The Children’s Home, however, is confident that the community will recognize that difficult times increase the needs of at-risk children and their families and causes demand for services to grow. “In the end,” says Darla Wainscott, “our efforts are about much more than new buildings and fundraising events. We’re providing the right environments at the right time to kids who need it most. I don’t know how anyone can say no to that. ”----------------------------------------------------------------------------For more info about The Children’s Home, the Building on a Legacy of Excellence campaign or the Rockin’ Lobster Party, visit www.thechildrenshomecinti.org or call (513) 272-2800.


Whether you’re relaxing at home or on vacation, warm summer evenings make a perfect time to stargaze. Away from the city lights you can look for the Milky Way stretching from horizon to horizon like a great river in the sky. When you see the Milky Way, you are looking at (Carl Sagan impression) billions and billions of stars. This is where most of the stars in our galaxy reside. There are so many stars in our line of sight that they appear as milky clouds. Some fairly bright and famous constellations can be found along the galactic river such as Cassiopeia the Queen and Cygnus the Swan. But you can spend an entire night concentrating on just two constellations in the Milky Way - Scorpius the Scorpion and Sagittarius the Archer are full of stellar attractions. These two zodiac constellations huddle close together in the southern sky and are easy to recognize by their shapes. You won’t need to strain your imagination to see a scorpion in these stars. Scorpius is visible above the southern horizon as a long fishhook shape. This curve of stars marks the scorpion’s tail and stinger. The brightest star in Scorpius is a beautiful red star named Antares. Antares is the heart of the scorpion and, with its flickering red flame, appears to beat in the night sky. Just to the left of the scorpion stands Sagittarius the Archer who has his bow firmly aimed at Antares. Sagittarius is recognizable more as a coffeepot-shape than an archer. The spout of the coffeepot marks the bow and arrow and the dipper shape forms his body. When you look at Sagittarius, you are looking into the center of our galaxy where the stars are densely packed and black holes lurk. With a pair of binoculars or a telescope you can discover many deep space objects As the night moves on, the archer chases the scorpion as they appear to crawl westward along the southern horizon. The best time to view is after 10:00 pm, so if you can stay up late, you can explore some of the most amazing parts of our universe.__________________________________________________________________Dean Regas is the Outreach Astronomer at the Cincinnati Observatory. He can be reached at [email protected]

summer milky waysummer is a great time for you

and your kids to explore the night sky

Drake Science Center & PlanetariumDrake Science Center & Planetarium provides science, technology, engineering and math programs for the entire family. From school field trips, engineering, robotics, lego and space camps in the summer to afterschool math, reading tutoring , and outreach programs throughout the greater Cincinnati area, Drake offers fun and educational programs for everyone. The planetarium is open to the public and features traditional star programs, as well as laser rock shows, and an international award winning laser show “Legends of the Night Sky “a program for all ages which features 360 degrees of laser magic. To learn more about the center call (513)396-5578 or visit www.drakeplanetarium.org.

The Cincinnati ObservatorySituated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt. Lookout, the Cincinnati Observatory is home to the world’s oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. The historic buildings are recognized as a National Historic Landmark and the grounds provide a serene, park-like setting while still being centrally located in the city of Cincinnati. If you’re looking for a romantic night under the stars or a night to show Saturn to the whole family, you can call the Observatory at (513)321-5186 or visit www.cincinnatiobservatory.org.

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381 DaysThrough July 11Freedom Center(513) 333-7500www.freedomcenter.org

The story of the Montgomery bus boycott and the immense social changes it created is told in stirring photographs, narratives, and old newsreel footage.

International Butterfly ShowThrough June 21Krohn Conservatory(513) 352-3380www.cincinnatiparks.com

This year’s show features the butterflies and culture of India.

A Chorus LineThrough June 6Aronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

Winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is the longest-running American Broadway musical ever.

Make a MessJune 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29Blue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Read a picture book and create an art project based on the book. Ages 2-4, 10:30 – 11:00am. Ages 3+, 3:30 – 5:00 pm. Space is limited, please register.

Carbon LeafJune 2, 8:00 pmThe 20th Century Theatre(513) 731-8000www.the20thcenturytheatre.com

Carbon Leaf perform.

Southern SoundsTuesdays, through September 8Fountain Squarewww.myfountainsquare.comEvery Tuesday evening, live bands will have people line dancing to favorite – as well as original – music from south of the Ohio River.

Preschool Story TimeJune 3, 10, 17, & 24, 10:30 amBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665

www.bluemanateebooks.comGet ready for finger puppet fun, as well as other pleasant surprise.

World Wide WednesdayWednesdays, through June 24Fountain Squarewww.myfountainsquare.com

Every Wednesday, visitors are invited to sample music from all

over the world.

ColdplayJune 4, 7:30 pmRiverbend Music Centerwww.riverbend.orgColdplay performs, with Pete Yorn and Howling Bells.

Everybody’s Backyard PicnicJune 4, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pmStanbery Park(513) 751-3679www.cincinnatiparks.comBring your family and join your neighbors

for an evening of fun at one of Cincinnati’s finest parks to celebrate summer! Free hot dogs - while they last, Cincinnati Parks Nature Education activities, face painter, balloon artist, magician, Police K-9 Unit, and live entertainment (TBA). Bring a lawn chair, pack a picnic basket and enjoy.

Nick GriffinJune 4 - 7Go Bananas Comedy Club(513) 984-9288www.gobananascomedy.com

Nick Griffin started his stand up career in Kansas City at the age of nineteen. By the time he graduated from college three

years later, he was working full time all across the country.

Jim FlorentineFunny bone on the leveeJune 4 – 7(859) 957-2000www.funnyboneonthelevee.com

Florentine has made dozens of appearances on the Howard Stern Show. His two Crank Yankers characters on Comedy Central, “Special Ed” and “Bobby Fletcher” have become cult stars.

Manatee Movie NightJune 4, 11, 18, & 25, 6:30 pmBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Join us for popcorn and … Goodnight Gorrilla & More Bedtime Stories. Ages 2-7 with an adult. $3 at the door.

Zoo TalesEvery Thursday, June 4 – July 23, 10:30 amCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden(513) 281-4700www.cincinnatizoo.org

Zoo visitors can listen to stories, sing-songs and Meet & Greet with storybook costume characters each Thursday.

Salsa on the SquareThursdays, through June 25Fountain Squarewww.myfountainsquare.com

Enjoy salsa dancing and live Latin music. Don’t know how to salsa? No problem. Instructors will lend a hand.

MidPoint’s Indie SummerFridays, through June 26Fountain Squarewww.myfountainsquare.com

Three indie/alternative rock and pop bands perform every week.

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Wilco, June 12

Keith UrbanJune 5, 7:30 pmUS Bank Arena(513) 421-4111www.usbankarena.com

Keith Urban performs, with Taylor Swift.

Members Appreciation NightJune 5, 6:00 pmCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden(513) 281-4700www.cincinnatizoo.org

Members’ Appreciation Night is dedicated exclusively to Zoo members and our valued Zoo supporters. The event will feature a Special Members-only Give-a-way, Wings of Wonder Bird Shows, Cheetah Encounters, live music around the park, crafts and much, much more!

German Story TimeJune 6, 10:30 am – 11:00 amBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Come hear stories read in German by a native German speaker who will teach the basics of the German language.

Saturday Night at the MoviesSaturdays, through September 12Fountain Squarewww.myfountainsquare.com

Bring your blankets, chairs and pillows to the Square every Saturday night this summer for a free movie or two on the giant LED Board. Adult beverages, soft drinks and movie snacks are available for purchase. No outside alcohol, glass contain-ers or pets, please.

Monarch InstarsJune 7, 1:00 – 2:00 pmBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Monarch Waystations are places that provide resources necessary for monarchs to produce successive generations and sustain their migration. Blue Manatee is going to help them

on their journey by building Monarch Waystation. We’ll read a story, decorate pots and plant host plants so wear your work clothes. Come back often this summer and witness one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. All Ages. Free.

Mighty TimesJune 9, 6:30 pmFreedom Center(513) 333-7500www.freedomcenter.org

Academy Award-nominated documentary “Mighty Times: The Legacy of Rosa Parks” documents the events leading up to and surrounding the Montgomery Bus Boycott. One small act of civil disobedience sparked a revolution for civil rights in this country and the woman behind it all, Rosa Parks, remains and inspirational figure. Told through photographs, interviews with friends and family of Mrs. Parks, and stunning reenactments.

IsisJune 10, 8:00 pmThe 20th Century Theatre(513) 731-8000www.the20thcenturytheatre.com

Isis perform, with Pelican and Keelhaul.

Celtic Women: Isle of HopeJune 10, 7:30 pmAronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

The international sensation Celtic Women returns to North America with their brand new tour: Isle of Hope! Following the smash success of four chart topping albums and PBS television specials, the Isle of Hope tour features many brand new heart stirring songs, plus all the classics you know and

love. The Isle of Hope tour will dazzle the eye, enchant the ear and stimulate both the mind and the heart.

Thomas & Friends LiveJune 10 & 11Bank of Kentucky Center(859) 442-2652www.bankofkentuckycenter.com

Thomas & Friends: A Circus Comes to Town. Live on stage.

The Marriage of FigaroJune 11 & 13Music Hall(513) 241-2742www.cincinnatiopera.org

Set in Seville, Spain, Mozart’s timeless masterpiece, The Marriage of Figaro, opens the 2009 Spanish season. Figaro’s beautiful and memorable melo-dies and hilarious, revolutionary plot are wildly popular among opera-goers.

Costaki EconomopoulosJune 11 – 14Go Bananas Comedy Club(513) 984-9288www.gobananascomedy.com

His humor has been described as smart, pointed, hip, sharp, insightful, socially relevant, and gut-laugh funny. A fellow comic once referred to Costaki as a “casually brilliant joke philosopher.”

WilcoJune 12, 8:00 pmAronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

Arguably America’s most trailblazing band, Wilco has won critical acclaim and two Grammys since its 1994 debut by mixing rock, country, and experimental influences on classic albums like Yankee Foxtrot Hotel and Sky Blue Sky.


Thomas & Friends Live, June 10 & 11

This show is in support of their new album out this month.

A Prairie Home CompanionJune 12, 7:45 pmRiverbend Music Centerwww.riverbend.org

WVXU presents A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor.

Kidz NiteJune 12, 6:30 – 9:00 pmMad Potter(513) 561-1888www.madpottercincinnati.com

A fun night just for your little artists! Drop off your 6-12 year old for pizza, games, crafts, and Pottery Painting! Reservations requested.

Jerry SeinfeldJune 13, 7:30 pmAronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

America’s premier comedian is hitting the road in a return to his first love - stand-up comedy. Recently hailed as ‘the master stand-up comic of his generation’ and ‘the best comedian of our time’ by the Washington Post, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

Zoo GolfJune 15, 11:00 amCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden(513) 281-4700www.cincinnatizoo.org

Lunch will begin at 11:00 am with a 12:30 pm shot gun start. Golf will be followed by dinner and

drinks. Out on the course, you will enjoy plenty of snacks and beverages, prize opportunities and unique chances to meet some of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s awesome animals.

Dave Matthews BandJune 16, 7:00 pmRiverbend Music Centerwww.riverbend.org

Dave Matthews Band performs, with The Hold Steady.

Graphic Novels: Beyond the Wimpy KidJune 16, 4:00 – 5:00 pmBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Join us for a comic and graphic novel bonanza with our resident comic book enthusiast (and artist) Miss Kelli. Comic artists Jackie Hernandez and Darren Mueller of Blue Line Kids will give a demonstration, and guide you through your own comic creation. Ages 8-12 yrs. Free.

Space is limited, so register early.

Kevin PollackFunny bone on the leveeJune 18 – 20(859) 957-2000www.funnyboneonthelevee.com

Kevin Pollak has established himself as both a comedic and dramatic actor, having appeared in over thirty films in the past decade. His ability to portray a wide range of characters has made him one of the first stand-up comedians to have a successful dramatic film career.

Mormon Tabernacle ChoirJune 18, 8:00 pmRiverbend Music Center(513) 381-3300www.cincinnatisymphony.org

The legendary Mormon Tabernacle Choir heard live is an inspiring testament to the heights of human achievement, and an experience not to be missed. Like petals forming a single bloom, 360 voices join together with the Cincinnati Pops in breathtaking beauty. Experience a sound so finely crafted, from a tender whisper to the most earthshaking force, it will leave you awestruck.

Wild About WineJune 18, 6:30 – 8:30 pmCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden(513) 281-4700www.cincinnatizoo.orgJune’s wine tasting will be held in our new Vine Street Village and will include the Reptile House, Monkey Island and Gorilla World. The event will feature eight wines from Sonoma, California. Light appetizers will feature samples from China Gourmet, Penn Station, Innovations Catering and more!

Lewis LehrmanJune 18, 6:30 pmFreedom Center(513) 333-7500www.freedomcenter.org

Mr. Lehrman is a renowned philanthropist and supporter of the study of American History. He specializes in Lincoln history, founding The Lincoln Institute, dedicated to supporting research of Abraham Lincoln. His most recent book, “Lincoln at Peoria: The Turning Point” was published in 2008. He cur-rently presides as the chairman of The Lehrman Institute, a public policy research and grant foundation.

Ladies NightJune 19, 6:30 – 10:00 pmMad Potter(513) 561-1888www.madpottercincinnati.com

We supply appetizers and you can BYOB! Sorry, no kiddies – this night is just for the ladies. Space is limited, call to reserve yours. Star Spangled Summer: special deals, and ideas for your summer parties!

Rickey Smiley: A Night of Love and LaughterJune 19, 8:30 pmAronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

Rickey Smiley with special guest Kem.


Kevin Pollack, June 18-20

Jerry Seinfeld, June 13

Brad PaisleyJune 19Riverbend Music Centerwww.riverbend.orgBrad Paisley performs, with Dierks Bentley & Jimmy Wayne.

OTR/Gateway Summer CelebrationJune 20The Gateway Quarter, Downtownwww.otrgateway.comThe OTR/Gateway Celebration will create a gathering that celebrates the past, present and future with arts, crafts, music, food, and beer with a variety of merchants.

Lazy Days Are Here AgainJune 20, 11:00 am to 2:00 pmBurnet Woods(513) 751-3679www.cincinnatiparks.com

Come and enjoy a lazy day on the water at Burnet Woods. Learn the basics of canoeing. Adventures of all ages are invited to take a turn on the paddles and explore the aquatic community of our beautiful lake. Canoes, paddles and life vests provided. Call for more information and reservations.

Spanish Story TimeJune 20, 10:30 – 11:00 amBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Stories read in Spanish. We’ll also learn simple vocabulary.

Toumani Diabate ConcertJune 21, 7:00 pmCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden(513) 281-4700www.cincinnatizoo.org

Toumani Diabatè, one of the most important musicians in Africa, introduced the kora - 21-string harp unique to West Africa - to audiences around the world. His most recent release was included in best of 2008

lists by both NPR and The New York Times.

ManaFoodies: PancakesJune 21, 1:00 – 2:00 pmBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

This year start a family tradition and join us for a pancake breakfast in honor of: Pa, Dad, Daddy, Papa, Pop, Dada,...you know who you are! The kids will make Pops a Father’s Day gift while Dad kicks back and enjoys himself.

Planet PatrolJune 22 & 26Drake Planetarium(513) 396-5578www.drakeplanetarium.org

Join Sam Snork, P.I. (Planetary Investigator) and his assistant Elmo as they try to find the source of disturbing radio emis-sions. Sam and Elmo explore each planet in our solar system from the frozen planet Pluto to the rock world of Mercury to the beauty of ringed Saturn.

Don CarloJune 25 & 27Music Hall(513) 241-2742www.cincinnatiop-era.org

Set in the 16th century, during the Spanish Inquisition, is Verdi’s grand opera Don Carlo. Presented in the traditional Italian version, this second opera of the Spanish season was inspired by Friedrich Schiller’s play speculating on the relationship between Philip II of Spain and his wayward son, Carlo.

Bruce BruceFunny bone on the leveeJune 26 – 28(859) 957-2000

www.funnyboneonthelevee.comDon’t be fooled by his warm smile and charming personality -- Bruce Bruce is renowned for aiming spontaneous snaps and witty verbal jabs at unsuspecting audience members. As the host of the wildly popular show ComicView on BET, Bruce is one of the most recognized comedians today.

Dora the Explorer Live!June 26 – 28Aronoff Center(513) 621-2787www.cincinnatiarts.org

Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer returns to the stage. Everyone’s favorite Latina heroine stars in her own live adventure in ‘Search for the City of Lost Toys’. Dora, along with Boots, Swiper and all her friends, needs the help of the audience to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles to find her lost teddy bear. Come sing along and learn a little Spanish too! It’s an exciting musical for the whole family!

Follow the North Star Family Activity: Freedom SongsJune 27, 12:00 pmFreedom Center(513) 333-7500www.freedomcenter.org

Freedom Songs activity: Part of the “Follow the North Star” fam-

ily activities, this once a month, Saturday program will provide a fun and interactive experience for children and their families. Along with Omope Daiboku, children will learn some of the songs sung during the Freedom Rides of the 1960s.

French Story TimeJune 27, 10:30 – 11:00 amBlue Manatee Children’s Bookstore(513) 731-2665www.bluemanateebooks.com

Read stories, sing songs and learn simple French vocabulary.

Paul FinklemanJune 27, 2:00 pmFreedom Center(513) 333-7500www.freedomcenter.org

Distinguished Professor of Law and Public Policy at Albany Law School, Professor Finkleman is an expert in American legal history, race, and the law. His expertise lies in the laws of slavery and Constitutional law, and his interests also include civil rights, civil liberties and

American Constitutional History. Speaking in conjunction with the exhibition “381 Days,” Professor Finkleman will explore civil rights and civil liberties and the constitutional connections that are associated with the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.


Kevin Pollack, June 18-20

Mormon Tabernacle Choir, June 18

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