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................................................... Section One: Table Notes ............................................................................ (Note: these notes were taken at the table and have NOT been approved or corrected by the speakers. Reader beware of inevitable misunderstandings and misrepresentations. E.B.)
At the table Wednesday 11/12/08
David Rosenberg, Judy Cirillo, Rob Nendahwaab, Mira RodwAN, Elaine Bradford, Bill Linbacher, Carolyn Aufderhaar, Spencer Konicov, Marvin Melzer, Ellen Bierhorst (Welcome Marvin), Brooke Audreyal
Ellen read the following:
It’s about the energy of hopeDavid: when the gov’t bailed out Chrysler Corp, we only gave them 1.5 billion, as a loan, and there were many safeguards, and when they paid it back we made billions of dollars on the deal. The new bail out has little or no accountability... I think it is secretive where the money is going and how it is being used.
I’m no economist, but rather an observer/psychologist on the national scene these 68 years, and I perceive clearly that what makes our true wealth and well-being as a society is our energy of cooperation. The shared determination to reach out, expand, trust one another and trust our society. Just as thousands upon thousands of volunteers fueled the amazing Obama campaign with hours and small donations, we can each, as individuals stoke the recovery of our country. Recovery from consumer addiction/petrolleum addiction/stock speculation... You know the sickness. It has us overspending in the family, over borrowing too, eating too much sugar, burning too much oil, and nationally playing “mission impossible” all over the world. Wall Street is sick, and we are all a part of it, all of us. We need to own our part, like the people of Ninneveh in the Book of Jonah, who repented their selfishness and turned towards humility, kindness, cooperation.
I am afraid of the economic storm clouds and the high winds that are starting to hurt my neighbors. So I want to open my heart and ask, What can I do for my country? What is within my power. It starts right here in Hamilton County. Run for precinct executive, in order to help the Democratic Party here be better? Volunteer at the local school to help children read? How about moving ahead on finding for us a kind of liberal citizen rep who will keep an eye on City Council and the Board of Education and the County Commission, letting us know what’s going on, so that we may understand and use our leverage. I’m ready to stake my $40 each month on this! Work for the passage next time of Proportional Representation voting for council so that we may have a truly representative city council. How about campaign finance reform, for God’s sake! Listen to those who are active in ECO and other environmental organizations. Think together with neighbors about yard gardens to produce food, come together to have neighborhood chicken yards for eggs and meat, form clusters of folks who share a vehicle pool, ponder what goods and services we could add to the commonweal.
It will all probably get much worse before it gets better again, but our ability to weather it well and come out reborn into a more vibrant, self-aware, democratic and intelligent society is dependent upon our determination to choose the creativity of hope over the selfishness of fear. We are all in this together. By ellen bierhorst
Marvin: I hope Obama will not disappoint. Concerned that he says he will first off follow Al Quaida into Pakistan.
Brooke: bail out money going directly to banks.
HEALTH CARE
Our system costs 37% of every health care dollar for administration of the insurance system. In Canada, they pay one third what we pay out for administration.
Brooke: Medicare and Medicaid restricts the type of health care we receive, e.g. No alternative and complimentary modalities are covered.
Elaine: took my mother to the hand surgeon to have her arthritic fingers fixed... Everyone in the wait room was senior... We need more preventative care.
David It’s been published that probably 50% of the gains we can make in the energy business will come from conservation and I am thinking the same thing is true re. our health. More dollars spent on prevention. Marvin said there is not enough money spent on research. But we already know how to prevent a lot of illness that is lifestyle and environmentally solved. Heart disease, diabetes, and cancer are the big killers. Stats show that lifestyle causes a huge proportion of these.
Carolyn: maybe then the whole health care system would collapse.
Ellen: ...pademic of obesity. Costing all of us money!
Elaine my son David is at Palmer Chiropractric, and one of his professors has a website:
http://www.Deflame.com website showing dietary helps for many diseases. Legumes cause inflammation. Grains are bad.
David I like Marvin’s question, what do with old people? No one dares broach that. Limited resources; tough decisions.
Marvin: if we can give 700 billion to the banks we can give more than 28 billion to medical research, current budget of the NIH.
David: if the medical system is broken, you can’t fix it by throwing money at it. We already know how to make 70% of the population healthier, we already know how to reduce energy consumption by 50% (conservation). Throwing money at a system that is designed to overconsume energy, and not promot health is a waste of resources. A systemic problem; must change the system rather than throw money at it.
Public health is the number one way that we can make Americans healthier.
Marvin: There is a lot of good research ... I did work on carcinogenisis, how chemicals cause cancer.
David: exmaple. Gross sales in the Rx industry... More than billions. It’s huge! Why on earth cn’t we tax enough to get more than 28 billion for medical research. A public policy failure.
Mira: remember that federal government legislators have an excellent health care program. But if you don’t have coverage or money you are S.O.L.
Rob We might know what to do. My foot problems... Exercise, stretches... I can’t lose any weight. I’m motivated, but I have a sedentary job. How motivate people to make lifestyle changes.
David: that question doesn’t even get asked because as a society we aren’t even asking that question.
Spencer: interesting, one of our public policies is to subsidize agriculture. Biggest beneficiary is the fast food industry. It is a public policy. Also the consumption of gas is a public policy; how many here would be upset if Obama asked for a $.50/gal gas tax.
Elaine There will be a lot of changes and some of them we’ll like, and some we won’t. I live way out in Loveland, but I wouldn’t riot on that gas tax. ... Obama has idea about 18 – 20 yr old people doing community service. 99% of my office workers are Republicans and up in arms about Obama.
Bill I wouldn’t care if they made it $1.50.
Brooke: I like the directio of this. Play around with solutions. If our healthcare system were fixed, how would it look? NPR suggests major hospital closings. Most areas to have only one large hospital for a very large area. ... Medical care not so drug and surgery based. More health promoting lifestyles. I don’t want to give up hospital care, but I am very interested in alternative care.
Rob We do have opportuity to change. Obama is looking at how to involve people in what he does. The average donation to his campaign was $85 per donor.
Brooke point of information, I heard that there were a lot of huge corporate donations made in the last months.
Marvin Goldman Sachs gave a lot, because they are at the table of advisors to Obama.
Spencer: How determine level of funding of medical research?
Marvin: according to the good ideas as evaluated by peer review.
If I cold reform the system, I’d have every grant proposal specify which disease they are aiming at...
Rob a friend got a 5 million $ grant to study energy healing. ... Her study was inconclusive. Something may be there, but more research is needed.
David: Story about my great uncle. A biochemist, U Wisconsin, Carl Link. Ag. Dept. Farmers came and said “Our cows are hemorhaging ... Clover hay, that is partly spoiled. “ He isolated dicumerol, and it killed cattle, and vit. K is antidote. That research had huge rammifications. They put it in rodent bait. Then medical... Blood thinned, lowered Blood Pressure, and that has been one of the very most life saving discoveries we’ve had. And it had nothing to do in the beginning with disease; just in the beginning a problem to be solved.
Spencer: look at our tax code. It is so complicated. Much labor expended on it. Does it contribute to our economy? No. WE could get rid of all income tax for people who make less than 100,000 $. Or 200,000 for married couple. Replace that revenue with a value added tax; sales tax. But not on food. And because it is regressive, let’s elliminate social security income tax, and instead put it on non-essential goods tax. Simplify the tax code; reduce accounting labor; pay for social security; pay for national health insurance as they have in Canada. People could have the option to buy additional insurance if they wanted. ... Lawmakers wouldn’t have a better health insurance. ... A value added tax is regressive unless manipulated... But as it is now, China has value added tax, and that excludes all their exports. Since our social secuirty and medicare taxes are collected as a cost of manufacturing, this makes our products more expensive. So we cannot compete. So we are effectively subsidizing the foreign countries whose goods we import.
David Something basic that is under discussed. The reason we can afford to have accountants, tax collectors, educators etc. is that our system creates wealth. A surplus. So that there is some means to do more than have the basic necessities of life. So if all wealth is generated from that surplus and we want to direct that to the comon good maybe we should tax sales , or maybe raw materials.
Ellen Isn’t it wonderful how the economic crisis and all the fear that it engenders, the firestorm on the media... Is bringing us to consider all kinds of new and wonderful possibilities.
Mira: sustainability... Concern for other species...all humans are interdependence.
Elaine: dorothy stang’s murderer adminited today that he did own the property. She was a nun working in the rain forest to save, protesting deforestation of the Amazon jungle... 10 years ago.
“Grapes of Wrath” story; the migrant workers...
NEXT WED IS NOV 19, THE ANNIVERSARY OF GETTYSBURG ADDRESS. (from our preamble.)
I go to a course on miracles course every Tuesday night w/ Pat Barker. We are all in this toggether.
Bill I propose we all find our favorite Lincoln quote or passage and share next week with the g roup.
Marvin A house divided against itself cannot stand.
Ellen this week, sign at a Methodist Church in Hyde Park, “Pray for the United States of America”. Is that a comment on the election of Obama?
~ End of Table Notes~
- Hugs to everyone,
Ellen
Section Two: Events & Opportunities
Recycling Meetings w/ roxanne qualls:
Memorial Sunday for Salonista Dallas Fish
Many of you may have heard of the passing Bob “Dallas” Fish from cancer Friday October 24
Friends of Bob “Dallas” Fish are inviting all interested to attend a Potluck Memorial Service Sunday November 16, 2008 2pm. At the
Northern Hills Fellowship
460 Fleming Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 931-6651
Bring a dish.
Maps & Directions
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=northern+hills+fellowship+cincinnati&fb=1&cid=0,0,9408444134305185285&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image
(Jackie is our Lloyd House Tai Chi leader, and quite a fine potter. Ellen)
Dear Friends,
You are invited to a 'mostly small' pottery sale.
Where: my place ~~ 5743 Nahant Ave.
When: Sunday 16 Nov. , 2-4 PM
Hope you can make it...then you'll find out what 'mostly small' means. Such an enticement, huh?
Jackie
H 541-4900
Jackie MIllay <socaja@yahoo.com>
CCAC (Clifton Cultural Arts Center) presents
NEOPORKOPOLIS:
Interactive Nostalgia with an Organic Flair
The Binford Experience
(Keith Skogstrom & Andrew Coppersmith)
Gavin Price-Fuller
Lauren Winnen
November 15 - December 6
Public Opening Night Reception
November 15, 6-9 p.m.
<http://e2ma.net/go/1443177887/1317757/48336772/goto:http://www.cliftonculturalarts.org/neoporkopolis.htm> Emerging Artists Enliven the Spirit of CCAC's Developing Community
Making use of CCAC's grand architectural spaces, NeoPorkopolis features four talented artists constructing large, interactive sculptural installations. The unique space on the first floor of the historic Clifton School sets the stage for the artists' use of diverse materials, design and expression. The artists utilize a sense of history in play with organic forms, architectural design, woodcraft and social commentary to create constructed works and transformative spaces. NeoPorkopolis features The Binford Experience (Keith Skogstrom & Andrew Coppersmith), Gavin Price-Fuller, and Lauren Winnen, exhibiting together for the first time in this, their Cincinnati debut. Please join us for - and spread the word <http://e2ma.net/map/view=Forward/ID=11326.1443177887/rid=57fa9deee65b22a4938324e807b11092/send_to_friend> about - this very exciting exhibition. For hours, directions and more information, please visit cliftonculturalarts.org <http://e2ma.net/go/1443177887/1317757/48336773/goto:http://www.cliftonculturalarts.org/neoporkopolis.htm>
P.O Box 20041 | Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
info@cliftonculturalarts.org
BETSY LIPPITT PERFORMING
Betsy at the College Hill Coffee Company
Friday, November 21, 2008
It's going to be a great night
Hope you and your friends can make it
Betsy
Sears does right by employees in military
Sears continues to pay employees mobilized from reserves and nat’l guard... Giving them benefits and the difference between their military salary and their Sears pay. Pretty great!
(Thanks to David Shaffer for sending this. It has been confirmed by Snopes.com)
IDEAS FOR MENTAL HEALTH:
(A weekly thought from Ellen)
We are having an epidemic of fear. The economy. Climate change. Food supply. Crime. Education. Most of all, global economic recession. (I’m turning off my radio.) As pointed out in the Christian Testament, the antidote for fear is love. “Perfect love casteth out all fear.” So understanding that fear cripples and makes us stupid, embrace love. Help out. Be generous.
P.S. Would it be good to have an inexpensive group meeting to share about mental health in hard times? Maybe and open sharing group, $10, once a week? Please let me know your thoughts. E.
Everyone needs a psychologist sometime in their life.
Ellen Bierhorst Ph.D. is a good one. In practice over 30 years. 513 221 1289
Areas of particular interest: 12 Step Program support; Family and Relationship issues; Young Adult Issues; Chronic Illness and Senior Adult Issues; Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgendered Issues, Holistic Wellness (body/mind/spirit approach), Clinical Hypnosis, EMDR.
- Get a fresh perspective. Sort out tangles in interpersonal relationships. Clear away the messes of the past. Become empowered to launch your new life. Heal trauma, change, loss. Escape from the bondage of addictive behavior(alcohol, drugs, food, tobacco, gambling, etc.)
- Central location (Clifton Ave. at Lafayette)
- Beautiful setting (The historic Lloyd House)
- Many health insurance plans will pay a percentage. (Standard fee $125/hour. Some pro bono work available.)
- Compassion and good humor.
- Rapid results.
Join Freedom singers
Rehearsals 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30, at Freedom Center (free parking bottom of Walnut St.)
Cathy Roma and Todd O’Neal directing.
Wonderful Spirituals music.
This is the mega chorus that sings every MLK day at Music Hall. Wonderful intercommunity brotherhood service.
Michael Moore, on the election
YOGA at Lloyd House. Wednesdays 9:15 – 10:30 am. Open, free practice group led by Nina Tolley.
Articles
- “What will you do?” by Claire Bierhorst
- Obama’s Victory speech transcript: http://edition.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/11/04/obama.transcript/
- David Rosenberg’s ideas re. recycling incentive
Powerful 6 minute comment by Kieth Olberman on Prop 8:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnHyy8gkNEE (brought me to tears... Listen to this. Ellen)
My Niece in New York, Claire Bierhorst, now on fire, writes: “WHAT WILL YOU DO?”
YES WE CAN
ALSO FROM CLAIRE:
HOLD OUR NEW PRESIDENT TO A HIGH STANDARD! ** By Claire Bierhorst <claire_bierhorst@yahoo.com>
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In the next month, I am going to be making a "priorities list." I encourage you to do the same. My priorities for the new administration include:
1. Closing Guantanamo Bay. If there are terrorists there, let's put them on trial within 60 days. Public trials please.
2. No "signing statements." George Bush added little "notes" to laws passed by Congress. These notes were called "signing statements." If he didn't like a law, he'd add a note to it, saying he wasn't going to obey the law!
We love Obama, but he cannot continue to extend the powers of the Presidency, in the same way that George Bush did. Obama has to work within the Constitutional framework. Obama has to be patient, and work within the law.
I am going to be preparing 2 letters for Obama, about Guantanamo Bay and about the "signing statements." What will YOU do in the next month?
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> I just emailed my Congresswoman. You can publish a copy of my letter in your> newsletter, if you like:
>
>
> Dear Representative Maloney,
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> I just read (in the New York Times) about a "Lame Duck" economic stimulus
> package that President Elect Obama is trying to get passed... Also,
> apparently, Gov. Jennifer Granholm of Michigan has put forth some ideas...
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> A stimulus package sounds like a good idea. Personally, I like the idea of
> investment in PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE. If managed well, jobs can be created
> with a minimum of "waste" or "overhead." Bidding for contracts must be
> conducted in an honest way, and contractors must be vetted properly! How will
> the bidding for contracts be supervised?
>
> Apparently, Gov. Jennifer Granholm has also requested "aid to the auto
> industry." What sort of aid is this, where is it going, and how will it
> create jobs?
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> Please respond to my questions with a letter or email.
>
> Thank you!
>
> Claire Bierhorst
DAVID ROSENBERG: IDEAS RE RECYCLING INCENTIVE
Hello Roxanne –
I’m so glad you are working hard at increasing recycling in the City. I’m sorry that I am unable to attend your meetings, but I do have one solid idea: Tie NSP funding to neighborhood recycling rates - so that as geographic areas achieve greater success, they get increases in City money to be used by their community councils. I could write a long treatise on how this could greatly enhance the quality of life, sense of empowerment and pride throughout our neighborhoods (at no additional cost to the City), but I’m a bit pressed for time. Besides, you could probably state it much more articulately!
I hope this is helpful to everyone.
AMAZING MOMENT OF HEALING AND POSSIBILITY
From Michael Moore
Sent in by Julie Murray...thanks.
Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
Friends,
Who among us is not at a loss for words? Tears pour out. Tears of joy.
Tears of relief. A stunning, whopping landslide of hope in a time of
deep despair.
In a nation that was founded on genocide and then built on the backs of
slaves, it was an unexpected moment, shocking in its simplicity: Barack
Obama, a good man, a black man, said he would bring change to
Washington, and the majority of the country liked that idea. The racists
were present throughout the campaign and in the voting booth. But they
are no longer the majority, and we will see their flame of hate fizzle
out in our lifetime.
There was another important "first" last night. Never before in our
history has an avowed anti-war candidate been elected president during a
time of war. I hope President-elect Obama remembers that as he considers
expanding the war in Afghanistan. The faith we now have will be lost if
he forgets the main issue on which he beat his fellow Dems in the
primaries and then a great war hero in the general election: The people
of America are tired of war. Sick and tired. And their voice was loud
and clear yesterday.
It's been an inexcusable 44 years since a Democrat running for president
has received even just 51% of the vote. That's because most Americans
haven't really liked the Democrats. They see them as rarely having the
guts to get the job done or stand up for the working people they say
they support. Well, here's their chance. It has been handed to them, via
the voting public, in the form of a man who is not a party hack, not a
set-for-life Beltway bureaucrat. Will he now become one of them, or will
he force them to be more like him? We pray for the latter.
But today we celebrate this triumph of decency over personal attack, of
peace over war, of intelligence over a belief that Adam and Eve rode
around on dinosaurs just 6,000 years ago. What will it be like to have a
smart president? Science, banished for eight years, will return. Imagine
supporting our country's greatest minds as they seek to cure illness,
discover new forms of energy, and work to save the planet. I know, pinch
me.
We may, just possibly, also see a time of refreshing openness,
enlightenment and creativity. The arts and the artists will not be seen
as the enemy. Perhaps art will be explored in order to discover the
greater truths. When FDR was ushered in with his landslide in 1932, what
followed was Frank Capra and Preston Sturgis, Woody Guthrie and John
Steinbeck, Dorothea Lange and Orson Welles. All week long I have been
inundated with media asking me, "gee, Mike, what will you do now that
Bush is gone?" Are they kidding? What will it be like to work and create
in an environment that nurtures and supports film and the arts, science
and invention, and the freedom to be whatever you want to be? Watch a
thousand flowers bloom! We've entered a new era, and if I could sum up
our collective first thought of this new era, it is this: Anything Is
Possible.
An African American has been elected President of the United States!
Anything is possible! We can wrestle our economy out of the hands of the
reckless rich and return it to the people. Anything is possible! Every
citizen can be guaranteed health care. Anything is possible! We can stop
melting the polar ice caps. Anything is possible! Those who have
committed war crimes will be brought to justice. Anything is possible.
We really don't have much time. There is big work to do. But this is the
week for all of us to revel in this great moment. Be humble about it. Do
not treat the Republicans in your life the way they have treated you the
past eight years. Show them the grace and goodness that Barack Obama
exuded throughout the campaign. Though called every name in the book, he
refused to lower himself to the gutter and sling the mud back. Can we
follow his example? I know, it will be hard.
I want to thank everyone who gave of their time and resources to make
this victory happen. It's been a long road, and huge damage has been
done to this great country, not to mention to many of you who have lost
your jobs, gone bankrupt from medical bills, or suffered through a loved
one being shipped off to Iraq. We will now work to repair this damage,
and it won't be easy.
But what a way to start! Barack Hussein Obama, the 44th President of the
United States. Wow. Seriously, wow.
Yours,
Michael Moore
Books,Movies, Reviews
It’s up to you folks to send me blurbs. I know you are reading. What? Is it good? Ellen
Arthur Miller’s “The Price” now playing
Hello! For the past couple of months it's been my pleasure to crew for the upcoming production of Arthur Miller's "The Price." Now it's time for you to come see it.
Do you ever have conflicts with siblings? Are there truths you find difficult to talk about? Do you have trouble getting rid of unwanted furniture? And most of all, do you ever look back and reflect on the choices you've made and the price you've paid for them? This play has all that and more: Sibling rivalry, life review, antiques--and a colorful used furniture dealer who's either the wisest or the most foolish of Arthur Miller's characters. The Price has a superb cast and a brilliant director. Blue Chip Players, Arnie Shayne's production company, is an award-winning professional group. And if you haven't yet seen the theater at the new Madisonville Arts Center, you're in for a treat. Come and see for yourself!
Blue Chip Players will perform The Price on NOVEMBER 13, 14, 15, 20 and 22 AT 8 P.M., and on NOVEMBER 16, 22 AND 23 at 2 P.M.
The cost of admission: $16 for adults, $12 for seniors and students
The place: Madisonville Arts Center, 5021 Whetsel Avenue (a few doors north of Madison Road)
Call 513-271-8600 or email: info@madisonvillearts.org
“Cats” fabulous, by School for the Performing Arts
From Debbie Westheimer
In 1992 (I think) the Broadway version of CATS came to the Taft. Dick and I hated it. We did not return after intermission. I am not sure what we didn’t like about it. I think the sets were not interesting- it was dark and loud and maybe we were more conservative and simply did not appreciate the gyrations.
So when SCPA announced the musical CATS, I was not ecstatic. Daniel bought the CD and the DVD and off we went for a three month study. The car was filled w/ the sounds of Rum Tum Tugger, Mr. Mistoffelees and Grizabella.
Already these kids have performed six times, four school time performances in the last two days and two nights. Tonight it runs again, 7:30 at the Proctor and Gamble 5/3 bank theather at the Aronoff, 650 Walnut.
If you are familiar w/ the story and had a first bad experience as we did- I urge you to try again. Even if you come away still not liking the story (based on T.S. Elliot’s Cats story- Deuteronomy, cats’s having 9 lives and the circle of life- that kind of thing) then you at least can not leave unimpressed with the execution. The sets are designed and built by the students. The costumes are designed and sewed by students, The choreographing is by a former Cincinnati Ballet teacher, the sound and lighting- all students. The talent is amazing. The workmanship will simply delight and no matter what your religion- it is a great initiating to the holidays. And if you walk past the square, note the ice skating rink laid for an expected Thanksgiving weekend opening- you’ll really know- the holidays have begun. Celebrate by herding your family and friends to this not to be missed SCPA (School for the Creative and Performing Arts) production of CATS. (now past, but we will try and take in future SCPA productions. Thanks, Debbie. Ellen)
Alan Scheidt recommends “W” and “Rachel Getting Married”
Hey, Ellen!
Still getting great responses about food films (published in Weekly...see archive at
http://lloydhouse.blogspot.com
)
--and I'm not even sure who most of the folks are! How wonderful to be connected in such a cool way (via the Weekly).
Please urge your fellow Salonistas to see W and Rachel Getting Married, the two most important films of 2008 so far that I've seen. Also think you and many of your circle would enjoy and find conversation-worthy The Duchess, a sumptuous historical flick and feminist/political cautionary tale. (Ditto a fascinating historical footnote.) Phoenix seems to get more movies than Cincy, and earlier. (Makes sense as this is the 4th largest city in the country and growing, growing, growing...) I see lots of flicks, and I'll send reports from time-to-time; post them if you wish. Also, you folks shoud keep an eye out for Frost/Nixon, both the national tour of the play (with Stacey Keach, who is wonderful in a smal-but-crucial role in W) and the upcoming movie, which (per the buzz) will probably net multi-Tony winner Frank Langella his first Oscar nomination. (He was Nixon on Broadway.) The play/movie was written by the same guy who wrote The Queen and many similar BBC recent-history bio pics about Blair, etc.
Phoenix parallels Cincinnati in a number of ways, and I hope sometime in the coming months to write a piece about this, if only to share via e-mail and request that you post on the weekly. (Sort of a report from the dessert by a Cincinnati expatriate--or maybe a "displaced Salonbista"? ;-} ) Among other things we have the notorious, infamous, Constitution-ignoring "Sherriff Joe" Arpaio (he has a national reputation due to his illegals "sweeps" and other stunts, so you may have heard of him) who is like Si Leis on steroids. Believe me, Leis is small potatoes compared to Sherriff Joe...
I could go on and on, but that's all for now. Love getting the weekly and experiencing Lloyd/Cincinnati at least vicariously.
Peace,
Alan Scheidt
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Guide To Local Live Theatre: Lots of info about local theatre in the tri-state area for November/December can be found at Acclaim's ABC Theatre Guide @ www.cinstages.com/ABCGuide/Acclaim-Nov-Dec-Guide-v04.pdf <http://www.cinstages.com/ABCGuide/Acclaim-Nov-Dec-Guide-v04.pdf> . More info @ www.cinstages.com <http://www.cinstages.com.> . <http://www.cinstages.com.>
Stocking Stuffer for the Mature Woman: A miniature hand fan for those times when menopausal women’s “inner child is playing with matches.” The inventor is from Northern Kentucky. The fans are made of recyclable materials & lead-free paint. Two sizes for $9 & $10. More info @ www.thebittybreeze.com <http://www.thebittybreeze.com.> . <http://www.thebittybreeze.com.>
Women Artists Datebook, 2009: This is the 16th edition of this beautiful datebook. It is spiral-bound, 5"x7" & available from Syracuse Cultural Workers, an org promoting peace & social change. "Art & poetry [that] inspires us to overcome fear & self-doubt, to use our minds & hearts to direct our creative energies in the year ahead." The datebook includes a black & white image showing the strength of women thru the generations by Cincinnati photographer Connie Springer. $14.95 for one; price decreases with larger orders. More info or order @ 800.949.5139 & www.SyracuseCulturalWorkers.com <http://www.SyracuseCulturalWorkers.com.> . <http://www.SyracuseCulturalWorkers.com.>
The Natural Mandala Fine Art Print: A museum quality, archival print of the 6-foot square mandala rendered totally in organic material. This unique image speaks deeply to the essence of our divine spirit nature. As a gift, this image means someone cares deeply for your emotional & spiritual well-being by encouraging a meditative practice. Created by Rex Oxley. 6 sizes, beginning at $150. More info, ordering & 20% discounts until 1 Jan @ 513.367.1456, rexoxley@msn.com <mailto:rexoxley@msn.com> & www.naturalmandala.com <http://www.naturalmandala.com/> . Contact Rex for 20% discount thru 1 Jan.
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Mike Wade & the Ambassadors - New York Style Jazz [Thursday 13 November @ 7:30 PM]: Mike Wade, trumpeter, composer, recording artist & Withrow High Band Director, will perform with his working group, the Ambassadors. Mr Wade has played & recorded with some of the best musicians in the world, & just played in concert with Benny Golson in Cleveland. Performing with Mr Wade will be Melvin Broach on drums, Dan Karlsberg on keyboards, George Simon on guitar, Brandon Meeks on bass & Charlie Schweitzer on percussions. Admission is $5; free if jazz club member or if you come to happy hour (5-7 PM). At Jasper's, 3187 Linwood Avenue, Mt Lookout Square, Cincinnati, OH 45208; free parking. More info @ 513.871.6789, waltb31@gmail.com <mailto:waltb31@gmail.com> & www.jaspersmtlookout.com <http://www.jaspersmtlookout.com> . <http://www.jaspersmtlookout.com>
Cellist Michael G. Ronstadt in Concerts [Thursday-Saturday 13-15 November]: CCM graduate alumni cellist Michael G. Ronstadt performs an array of styles to bridge the gap between genres (www.michaelronstadt.com). He has the following concerts:
<> Thursday 13 November @ 8 PM at Midland Theater, 36 N Park Pl, Newark, OH 43055, 740.345.5483. Michael & Lisa Biales (www.midlandtheatre.org/mcoming.htm#Biales).
<> Friday 14 November @ 8-11 PM At Stella 12 Beech, 12 S Beech St, Oxford, OH 45056, 513.523.7835. The Gypsum Duo.
<> Saturday 15 November @ 10AM-3PM at Music Makers, Mt Washington, 6131 Campus Ln, Cincy, OH 45230, 513.231.2303. Michael gives a cello improvisation workshop ending with a 1-hour concert with participants. $25 per person includes lunch; group discounts. Must have played at least 3 years. Learn chords, strumming, walking bass lines, melody & free improvisation.
<> Saturday 15 November @ 8 PM at Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S College Ave, Oxford, OH 45056, 513.524.8506. Michael (cello), Doug Hamilton (violin), Bill Littleford (guitar) & Dave Mackey (drums) join Lisa Biales for her CD release show. More info @ www.lisabiales.com/calendar.html <http://www.lisabiales.com/calendar.html.> . <http://www.lisabiales.com/calendar.html.>
French Society Thru Its Songs: World War II to 1970s [Thursday 13 November @ 7:30 PM]: Anne-Marie Mazzega-Bachelet, Ph.D. & Eric Bachelet give lectures in French that focus on the major historical events & social changes that took place in France from World War II until the 1970s, as reflected in the lyrics of French songs of this period. Listen to song excerpts as the Bachelets discuss the lyrics, historical context & accompanying changes in musical styles. Discussion & light refreshments follow the presentation. Free admission; $3 parking. Co-sponsored by the Alliance Française & the University of Cincinnati Department of Romance Languages & Literatures. At Valentine House (Language Immersion House), 2629 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219. More info & RSVP @ afpostmaster@france-cincinnati.com & www.france-cincinnati.com/af/menu_4_2_en.htm <http://www.france-cincinnati.com/af/menu_4_2_en.htm> .
Riding the Deep Patterns of Change [Thursday 13 November @ 12-2 PM]: Be part of an exciting Community Conversation with Al Etmanski, author & founder of PLAN (Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network). Change that has spread, impact & durability requires a different mind set & set of actions than "change for change sake." Al will share his insights into 6 deep patterns that characterize change-making & help build inclusive communities. Free. Ample parking. The site is fully accessible. Feel free to bring your brown bag lunch. Beverages will be provided. At First Unitarian Church of Cincinnati, 536 Linton Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219. More info & RSVP @ 513.451.0166, www.planinstitute.ca <http://www.planinstitute.ca/> & www.asmallgroup.net <http://www.asmallgroup.net> .
New Guinea, Sulawesi & Indonesia [Thursday 13 November @ 6:30 PM]: Cincinnati International Travel Club (CITC) presents Dr. Ken & Barb Kreines, who will entertain with photographs & stories of these primitive civilizations. Free. At Sharonville Public Library, 10980 Thornview Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241. More info @ 513.791.2647.
Arthur Miller's "The Price" [Thursday 13 - Sunday 23 November]: Blue Chip Players present this engrossing drama about 2 brothers, a police sergeant & an eminent surgeon who meet in the attic of their childhood home after 16 years to face & reconcile their pasts. Miller's family drama holds a mirror up to our lives: caring for an aging parent; sibling rivalry, jealousy, envy, guilt, greed, blame, & delusion. Sound familiar? The brothers eventually come to see their lives in new light, but what is the price of forgiveness? $16 for adults, $12 for seniors & students. At the Madisonville Art Center (The MAC), 5021 Whetsel Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45227. More info & tix @ 513.271.8600 & www.bluechipplayers.net <http://www.bluechipplayers.net> .
Beyond The Surface [opening is Friday 14 November @ 6-9 PM]: Printmaking, sculptures, photography & paintings from local artists Ryan Fields, Jim Crosser, Robert Glover, Jayde Rogenski & Billy Holodnak. Enjoy wine, lite bites & live music. Show runs thru Sat 6 Dec. At Redtree Art Gallery & Coffee Shop, 4409 Brazee Street, Oakley, OH 45209. More info @ 513.321.8733, mbusch@redtreegallery.net <mailto:mbusch@redtreegallery.net> & www.redtreegallery.net <http://www.redtreegallery.net> .
Secret ArtWorks Sale [Friday 14 November @ 6-9 PM]: Secret ArtWorks is a fundraiser featuring 5” x 7” works of art from local, national & international artists. All works of art sell for $75 each. The ‘secret’ behind each piece is the identity of the artist, which is revealed after the work is purchased. Preview the art @ www.artworkscincinnati.org/secret/art08.php. At the Westin Hotel Ballroom, Downtown Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.333.0388 & www.artworkscincinnati.org.
Lightboxes by Matthew Shelton [reception Friday 14 November @ 6-10 PM]: Painstakingly handcrafted lightboxes, illuminating intricate pin-hole patterns & colored light gels, to place the viewer in a meditative state where they might find a moment of peace & renewed sense of connection with themselves & their surroundings. Exhibition runs thru 1 February. Opening reception includes music & refreshments. Free. At NVISION, 4577 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223. More info @ 513.542.4577, contact@nvisionshop.com <mailto:contact@nvisionshop.com> & www.nvisionshop.com <http://www.nvisionshop.com.> . <http://www.nvisionshop.com.>
Various Visions [closing receptions Friday-Saturday 14-15 November @ 5-8 PM (Fri) & 2-4 PM (Sat)]: Your last chance to view work by 4 artists: painters Karen Feinberg & Carolyn Bjornson, & photographers Virginia Cox & Susan Kemp. At Harriet Beecher Stowe House, 2950 Gilbert Avenue @ Martin Luther King Drive, Walnut Hills, Cincinnati, OH. More info @ 513.751.0651.
Indian Hill Art Show [Friday-Saturday 14-15 November @ 6-9 PM (Fri) & 10 AM - 2 PM (Sat)]: Great art for a great cause, with 30% of the sales going to the church's outreach programs. 100 artisans including Richard Luschek, Carl Samson, Cindy Youse & Lisa Molyneux. Indian Hill Episcopal Presbyterian Church, 6000 Drake Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243. More info @ 513.561-6805, http://richardluschek.blogspot.com/ <http://richardluschek.blogspot.com/> .
Traditional Annual Christmas Boutique by Little Sisters of the Poor [Friday-Saturday 14-15 November @ 10 AM - 4 PM]: Crafts made by the residents. Donations from many generous area crafters. Homemade baked goods & soups, Christmas decorations, gift ideas & more. All proceeds benefit the Home & care of their elderly Residents. At Little Sisters of the Poor St. Paul Archbishop Leibold Home for the Aged, 476 Riddle Road, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info @ 513.281.8001 & http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=wl <http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=wl.> . <http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=wl.>
Desire & the Quest for the Beloved [Friday-Sunday 14-16 November @ 7:30-9:30PM (Fri), 9:30AM-5PM (Sat), & 9:30AM-1PM (Sun)]: Unique weekend workshop led by Trebbe Johnson, leader of vision quests, & author of "The World is a Waiting Lover: Desire & the Quest for the Beloved." Learn to develop conscious contact with your source of passion & the healthy self-love within you, to understand how important loves in your past were vital to your life's heroic journey, & go home with a plan to "court the Beloved" by turning fascination into action. Fall in love with your self & your unique path in life. $175 fee includes workshop, lunch on Saturday, & snacks. More info @ 513.314.3555, jh.wheatley@gmail.com <mailto:jh.wheatley@gmail.com> & www.visionarrow.com/workshops <http://www.visionarrow.com/workshops.> . <http://www.visionarrow.com/workshops.>
Doktor Kaboom! [Saturday 15 November @ 11 AM]: The Saturday Morning Children’s Series continues with a science comedy extravaganza. Doktor Kaboom is an uproariously funny, over-the-top scientist with a passion to share outrageous theories with you. Creatively blending Theatre Arts with the wonders of Scientific Discovery, Doktor Kaboom keeps his audiences riveted with interest & rolling with laughter. From chemistry to catapults, no area of scientific exploration or application is safe. $7 for adults; $5 for kids. At The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45238. More info @ 513.241.6550, Jenniferperrino@covedalecenter.com & www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com <http://www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com> .
Jazz for Lease All Star Jazz Concert [Saturday 15 November @ 7 PM]: ballet tech cincinnati celebrate its new World Headquarters & Community Theater with the 2nd Annual All Star Jazz Concert, Jazz for Lease, featuring the ballet tech cincinnati Jazz Jam House Band, Hank Stephens Experience & Jazz Greats Alfred Beasley, Eddie Brookshire, LaVieena Campbell, N Michael Goecke, Eugene Goss, Thelma Massey, William Menefield, Benita Price, Willie Smart, Erwin Stuckey, Ben Sweeney, Mike Wade, Ryan Wells & others. Jazz for Lease will be a fundraising benefit for ballet tech cincinnati to support its Raising the Barre Capital Campaign. There will be more fun with a Silent Auction, Balloon Pops, cash bar & delicious hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $30 after November 1. At ballet tech cincinnati, 6543 Montgomery Road, Kennedy Heights, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info & tix @ 513.841.2822, info@ballettechcincinnati.org <mailto:info@ballettechcincinnati.org> & www.ballettechcincinnati.org <http://www.ballettechcincinnati.org/> .
Fun Razor for Women's Art Club Cultural Art Center - Art Sale, Raffle & Silent Auction [Saturday 15 November @ 6-9 PM]: Jazz music, light fare & art. Money raised from this event will benefit Phase Two of the renovation plan of this historic building that was the Lindner dairy barn. On completion, they'll have more studio space to rent & an additional classroom. Reservations $25 ($30 at the door). At the Women's Art Club Cultural Art Center, 6980 Cambridge, Mariemont, OH. More info @ 513.271.1646 & http://wacccbarn.blogspot.com/ <http://wacccbarn.blogspot.com/> .
White Tara Initiation & Calm Abiding Meditation [Saturday-Sunday 15-16 November @ 10 AM - 5 PM]: We are living in the world of distractions that interfere with achieving spiritual & non-spiritual endeavors due to our inability to keep our mind calm & focused. GSl monastery will host Ven. Geshe Kunchok who will provide instruction on how to meditate like a monk. Limited seating. Registration requested. At Gaden Samdrup - Ling Buddhist Monastery, 3046 Pavlova Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45251. More info & registration @ 513.385.7116, gsl@ganden.org <mailto:gsl@ganden.org> & www.ganden.org/AboutUs/UpcomingEvents/tabid/124/Default.aspx <http://www.ganden.org/AboutUs/UpcomingEvents/tabid/124/Default.aspx> .
Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master IIIb Training [Saturday-Sunday 15-16 November @ 9 AM - 5 PM]: Final level of Usui Reiki includes attunement to 2 powerful Tibetan symbols. Learn how to initiate others into all levels of Usui Reiki. Learn the advanced techniques. Symbols & techniques greatly increase Reiki energy. 16 nurse contact hours. $600; $200 deposit required by Nov 8; $565 if paid in full by Oct 25; review for $200 & cost of new manual ($20) if needed if you've taken this level before with any teacher & have certified . Facilitated by JoAnn Utley. At Synergy Holistic Health, 7413 Hwy 42, # 3, Florence, KY 41042. More info & register @ 502.777.3865, jutley5122@bellsouth.net & www.joannutley.byregion.net <http://www.joannutley.byregion.net> .
Recital - Miks Silis on Viola & Jae Won Kim on Piano [Tuesday 18 November @ 8:30 PM]: An evening of music by Beethoven, Brahms & Bach. All works are transcriptions for viola from the violin or cello repertoire. Free. Presented by the College-Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati. At Mary Emery Hall, CCM, Room MEH 3250 (near Corbett Auditorium), UC, Cincinnati, OH 45221. More info & directions @ mikssilis@hotmail.com & www.ccm.uc.edu <http://www.ccm.uc.edu> .
The New School Montessori Open House [Wednesday 19 November @ 7-8:30 PM]: The New School Montessori in North Avondale invites families to visit their facility. Teachers, parents & school administrators will happily answer questions as you wander thru the beautiful Mitchell mansion that houses the school. At 3 Burton Woods Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45229. More info @ 513-281-7999 & www.thenewschool.cc <http://www.thenewschool.cc.> . <http://www.thenewschool.cc.>
The Foreclosure Crisis: Hitting Home in Butler County [Wednesday 19 November]: Dinner & discussion focusing on North Cincinnati Region. Guest speaker is Elizabeth Brown, Executive Director of Housing Opportunities Made Equal. Socialize @ 5:30; dinner @ 6:00; speaker @ 6:45. $25 tickets. Sponsored by League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area. RSVP by 12 Nov. At Marriott Cincinnati North, 6189 Mulhauser Road, Union Centre Boulevard, West Chester, OH. More info @ 513.281.8683, info@lwvcincinnati.org & www.lwvcincinnati.org/news/events.shtml <http://www.lwvcincinnati.org/news/events.shtml> .
Beaujolais Premiere 2008 [Thursday 20 November @ 6:30-10 PM]: The French-American Chamber of Commerce of the EACC will bring this world-class celebration to Cincinnati. Toast the new wine harvest on the same night as Paris, Milan, Moscow, Tokyo, Sao Paolo, San Francisco & 100s of other cities worldwide at the Beaujolais Premiere 2008. Unveil the excitement of this holiday season as you mix 'n mingle with colleagues & friends. Invite your associates or customers to express gratitude while sipping a glass of wine, enjoying great food, & dancing the evening away. $60 for members, $75 for non-members, $90 at the door, special rates for groups. At the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, 35 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & RSVP @ 513.651.6845, chris.nagle@europe-cincinnati.com <mailto:chris.nagle@europe-cincinnati.com> & www.europe-cincinnati.com/index.php?id=751 <http://www.europe-cincinnati.com/index.php?id=751.> . <http://www.europe-cincinnati.com/index.php?id=751.>
Carnegie in Concert [Thursday 20 November @ 7:30 PM]: Guitarist Richard Goering joins WGUC radio personalities Naomi Lewin (mezzo-soprano) & Suzanne Bona (flute) for a program of Spanish & Ladino songs, songs by John Dowland, sonatas for flute & guitar by Johann Sebastian Bach & Niccolo Paganini, & music for narrator & guitar by Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco. Tickets are $18. Carnegie Visual & Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Boulevard, Covington, KY 41011. More info & tix @ 859.491.2030 & www.thecarnegie.com <http://www.thecarnegie.com/> .
Being & Living in the Now [Thursday 20 November @ 6:30 PM - 9 PM]: How to tune in to the Now & your inner body to be fully present to increase health & emotional wellbeing, slow aging, improve immune system, listening & communication, & much more. You will do exercises to increase your awareness level & ability to be in your body in the present rather than in your mind in the past or future. No experience needed. $35. Registration required. Facilitated by JoAnn Utley. At Synergy Holistic Health Center, 7413 Hwy 42, # 3, Florence, KY 41042. More info & register @ 502.777.3865, jutley5122@bellsouth.net & www.joannutley.byregion.net <http://www.joannutley.byregion.net> .
Gypsy Jazz Concert [Friday 21 November @ 8 PM]: An internationally renowned finger-style guitarist joins an Academy of Country Music Fiddler of the Year, plus 2 of Nashville's best studio musicians for a remarkable concert. The amazing Hot Club of Nashville features Richard Smith, Stuart Duncan, Pat Bergeson & Charlie Chadwick, performing a mix of folk, bluegrass & hot "Gypsy" style jazz. The show opens at 8 PM with Cincinnati's Gypsy jazz band, Faux Frenchmen. Doors & bar open at 6:45 PM. Sponsored by Moerlein Lagers & Ales & Tavern Restaurant Group. Tix are $20. At the 20th Century Theatre, 3021 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45209. More info & tix @ 513.919.9240 & www.hotclubofnashville.com <http://www.hotclubofnashville.com/> .
Opera Ball [Saturday 22 November @ 6 PM - 1 AM]: A Seductive Night in Spain features soprano Angela Brown, with the majestic Music Hall Ballroom transformed into a romantic Spanish plaza. This elegant event is Cincinnati Opera’s largest annual fundraiser, generating essential support for the company’s 2009 Summer Festival, which features 4 marvelous Spanish-themed operas: The Marriage of Figaro, Don Carlo, Ainadamar, and Carmen. The ball includes cocktails & hors d’oeuvres, dinner, entertainment by Ms Brown, dancing, & Late Night in Spain with midnight buffet. Tickets begin at $250 (portion is tax-deductible); tickets for Late Night in Spain are $30; table sponsorships available. In Music Hall Grand Ballroom, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix @ 513.768.5520, creed@cincinnatiopera.org <mailto:creed@cincinnatiopera.org> & <http://www.cincinnatiopera.org/> www.cincinnatiopera.org <http://www.cincinnatiopera.org> .
Art Auction for "Friends of War Orphans" [Saturday 22 November @ 6-9 PM]: This art auction of work by local artists is a benefit for "Friends of War Orphans" to raise money to build an orphanage for children orphaned by the war in Afghanistan. The works are already on display. At Starbucks, 9412 Montgomery Road, Old Montgomery, Cincinnati, OH 45242. More info @ 513.891.7666 & http://zabru.com/CURATOR_WORK/Pages/Art_for_a_Cause_2008.html.
Annual Food Drive [thru Saturday 22 November]: Help fellow Cincinnatian's this holiday season with this annual food drive. Bring in a full bag of non-perishable groceries & receive your choice of a free chiropractic exam, nutritional exam, or a gift certificate for a friend or family member. All donations accepted. Food will be donated to the Freestore Foodbank of Cincinnati. At Gateways to Healing, Network Chiropractic, 3239 Jefferson Avenue, Clifton, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info @ 513.321.3317 & www.GatewaysToHealing.com <http://www.gatewaystohealing.com/> .
Peace & Merriment [Saturday 22 November @ 7:30 PM]: The Riley School of Irish Music presents a holiday concert of traditional Irish music. Students, faculty & well-known local ensembles come together to play music on harps, flutes, fiddles, tin whistles, banjos, mandolins, concertinas & guitars. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. At Columbia Baptist Church, 3718 Eastern Avenue, Columbia-Tusculum, Cincinnati, OH 45226. More info @ 513.871.4527, Matyi@fuse.net <mailto:Matyi@fuse.net> & www.rileyirishmusic.com <http://www.rileyirishmusic.com/> .
Studio Collection's 14th Annual Holiday Sale [Saturday 22 November @ 10 AM - 4 PM]: Studio Collection celebrates their 14th year with a show featuring their creative group of 10 women artists. Art will include an eclectic mix of drawings, prints, handmade paper, jewelry, functional & decorative pottery, textile wall pieces, dolls, quilts, homemade jams, mustards & soaps. Exhibiting artists are Margaret Rhein, Pam Korte, Jennifer Gleason, Terri Kern, Leslie St. Clair, Pat Statzer, Mary Mark, Dianne Dennis, Renee Harris & Olivia Hinds. Admission is free. At Harmony Lodge, 646 East Epworth Avenue, Spring Grove Village, Cincinnati, OH 45232. More info @ 513.451.0052 & 513.251.9071.
No Friend Like a Sister [Saturday-Sunday 22-23 November @ 8 PM (Sat) & 3 PM]: MUSE begins their 26th year with the world premiere of settings of Christina Rossetti poems by British composer Nicola LeFanu, composed in honor of MUSE’s 25th anniversary. The composer will attend the world premiere. MUSE will also perform repertoire by contemporary classical women composers & mainstream women singer song-writers: a rich array of women’s voices. A concert of hope & humor; a new world imagined thru the messages of women’s voices. Sliding scale $8-50; suggest $15; admits 1 adult & 1 child. Free childcare with RSVP by November 14. At St. John’s Unitarian Universalist Church; 320 Resor Avenue, Clifton, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info, RSVP & tix @ 513.221.1118 & www.musechoir.org <http://www.musechoir.org> .
Kris Kringel Mart @ Krohn Conservatory [Saturday-Sunday 22-23 November @ 10 AM - 5 PM]: Visit the opening weekend of the Holiday Floral Show: An Old-Fashioned Holiday for an early holiday shopping experience. Vendors of handmade crafts will be located throughout the Conservatory with unique items you may buy. Refreshments & entertainment throughout the Holiday season. The show runs thru 4 January. Volunteers needed. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.421.5707x21, Christyl.johnson@cincinnati-oh.gov <mailto:Christyl.johnson@cincinnati-oh.gov> & http://dynamic.cinci-parks.org/krohnb2008holiday.html <http://dynamic.cinci-parks.org/krohnb2008holiday.html> .
Regional Transportation: Now & In the Future [Monday 24 November]: Have dinner & listen to speaker Marilyn Shazor, CEO of Cincinnati Metro. Ms. Shazor is the 1st female & 1st African American leader of Metro, which is in a state of change as the community restructures its transportation goals & governing bodies. Socialize @ 5:30; dinner @ 6:00; speaker @ 6:45. Sponsored by League of Women Voters of the Cincinnati Area. RSVP by 20 Nov. At The Vernon Manor Hotel, 400 Oak Street, Cincinnati, OH. More info @ 513.281.8683, info@lwvcincinnati.org & www.lwvcincinnati.org/news/events.shtml <http://www.lwvcincinnati.org/news/events.shtml> .
Ongoing Tri-State Treasures
Reefer Madness: The Musical [thru Friday 14 November]: Based on the 1936 propaganda film of the same name, Reefer Madness: The Musical is a hysterical political satire about the exaggerated effects of marijuana on American youth. The regional premiere. Tickets are $12. At Know Theatre Of Cincinnati, 1120 Jackson Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.300.5669, mvenzin@knowtheatre.com & www.knowtheatre.com <http://www.knowtheatre.com.> . <http://www.knowtheatre.com.>
Terra Firma: A Survey of Approaches to Landscape [thru Friday 5 December @ 6-9 PM]: Landscape can be so very widely interpreted & expressed. Manifest presents a wide variety of contemporary works that explore the notion of landscape, including works of drawing, sculpture, painting & photography by 19 artists. Refreshments provided by Café MoCA & the Echo Restaurant. At Manifest Creative Research Gallery & Drawing Center, 2727 Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206. More info @ 513.861.3638, jason@manifestgallery.org & www.manifestgallery.org <http://www.manifestgallery.org/> .
Miami University Italian Cinema Series [Tuesdays 2 September - 9 December @ 7:30 PM]: Curated & presented by Professor Sante Matteo. Movies are in Italian with English subtitles, unless otherwise noted. Free & open to the public. In newly refurbished 102 Benton Hall with very comfortable seats, HighStreet @ Tallawanda Road, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056. More info @ matteos@muohio.edu; map @ www.miami.muohio.edu/about_miami/campusmap/ <http://www.miami.muohio.edu/about_miami/campusmap/> :
Nov. 18: Il postino (The Postman, Massimo Troisi/Michael Radford, 1995)
Dec. 2: La vita è bella (Life Is Beautiful, Roberto Benigni, 1997)
Dec. 9: Le fate ignoranti (His Secret Life, Ferzan Ozpetek, 2001)
Going Greene: The Delta Queen & Greene Line Steamer Exhibit [thru January 4, 2009]: The collection of the Inland Rivers Library will be featured in this exhibit. Photographs & memorabilia from the Delta Queen & other steamboats from the Greene Line will be on display. At Cincinnati Room, 3rd Floor Bridge, Main Library, 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info @ 513.369.6959, Emily.Mueller@CincinnatiLibrary.org <mailto:Emily.Mueller@CincinnatiLibrary.org> & www.cincinnatilibrary.org <http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org.> . <http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org.>
St Mary's Cathedral Basilica Concert Series [Sundays from 28 September thru 15 March @ 3 PM]: Enjoy beautiful music in an amazing space. St Mary's Cathedral Basilica presents the 33rd Series of concert music. Most concerts are free. At St Mary's Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, Madison Avenue @ 12th Street, Covington, KY 41011. More info @ 859.431.2060, cathedralconcertseries@fuse.net & www.covcathedral.com/frame1.htm <http://www.covcathedral.com/frame1.htm> .
Tai Chi Classes with Ralph Dehner: Cincinnati's premier Tai Chi Health Master/Trainer provides a variety of ongoing classes in Clifton & Fairfield. Standardized Yang 24 Forms; the most popular Tai Chi forms in the world; great for students of all levels. Sun Short Style 31 Forms Tai Chi; gentle “moving meditation,” aka “Tai Chi for Arthritis,” easy to learn, reduces arthritis pain & reduces falls, reduces stress & quickly generates chi (energy). Yang 32 Sword Forms; this sword counterpart to 24 Forms adds a new dimension to Tai Chi practice. More info, locations, times & special rates @ 513.519.0559 & ralph.dehner@juno.com.
Pure Movement Classes of Growth In Motion [Mondays @ 6:30 PM & Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM]: Refresh, renew & reenergize your body & mind. Master teacher Fanchon Shur guides students to a sense of freedom, strength, flexibility & expression. Classes offer personal attention to individual alignment for authentic creativity. At Growth In Motion Studios, 4019 Red Bud Ave, Cincy 45229. More Info & rates @ 513.221.3222, fanchon@growthinmotion.org <mailto:fanchon@growthinmotion.org> & www.growthinmotion.org <http://www.growthinmotion.org> .
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- Brief Title of the Treasure [date @ time]: Brief description of the treasure; what is it; why is it wonderful & unique. Cost. Sponsor. Location including address & zip code. More info @ telephone, email, & website.
- A Fictitious Example:
- Fabulous Film Festival [Friday 3 May @ 8 PM]: The first & best fabulous film festival in the city of Cincinnati will present live-action, documentary, & short films. Blah, blah, blah. Presented by Flicks R Us. Tickets are $8. At The Theatre, 111 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45200. More info @ 513.111.2222, info@filmfestival.com <mailto:info@filmfestival.com> , & www.filmfestival.com <http://www.filmfestival.com> .
The Lloyd House Salon (usually about 12 people) Meets on WEDNESDAYS at 5:45, EVERY Wednesday, 52 WEEKS/YEAR come hell or high water, as my mother used to say. We of the Lloyd House Salon gather in a spirit of respect, sympathy and compassion for one another in order to exchange ideas for our mutual pleasure and enlightenment.
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Our Salon blog is a promising interactive site: http:lloydhouse.blogspot.com
Also, we have an Interactive Yahoo Salon group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LloydHouseSalon
For Pot Luck procedures including food suggestions, mission and history visit
http://home.fuse.net/ellenbierhorst/Potluck.html . You are invited also to visit the Lloyd House website: http://www.lloydhouse.com
> To unsubscribe from the Lloyd House Potluck Salon list, send a REPLY message
to me and in the SUBJECT line type in "unsub potluck #". In the place of #
> type in the numeral that follows the subject line of my Weekly email. It
> will be 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7or 8. This tells me which sub-list your name is on so I can
> delete it. Thanks! ellen bierhorst
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