Friday, September 02, 2011

Virtual Salon 9/2/11 ~ 12

Coming up, Lloyd HOuse Dance Party with life band "Dial Tones" on Sept 24, Sat, 8 pm.  Costumes:  Fairies and Magic!  Midsummer Night's Dream?  Harry Potter?  
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The Lloyd House Virtual Salon Newsletter 
(See at the end of this email for introductory material)


SECTION ONE: TABLE NOTES 
 

Ellen with Yehuda Kuperman, Alexander Technique teacher






Hi Everyone!
It has been amazingly wonderful, hosting the two intensive trainings for Alexander Technique Teachers with world master teacher Yehuda Kuperman of Israel.  The First Intensive ended Sunday; this one will continue through Labor Day.  Feeding 8 of us lunch each day has been a major challenge, but... so far nobody has died.  
We may put in an appearance at Belleview Hill Park on Ohio Ave to look at fireworks on Sunday night.  Thank you Bo Wood for starting the WEBN fireworks, "aesthetic public spectacle" all those years ago.  I love it.  
Today's edition of the Virtual Salon lWeekly has an interesting review of comic book genres by my two elder children, Anna Simon and Isaac Sher.  Fascinating.  
Stay cool!  As Bo Wood used to say on his WEBN rock program "Jelly Pudding" back in the 70's, "Stay cool ... and protect your head."  

Warm hugs to all,

Ellen


  



SECTION TWO: ACTIVITIES, OPPORTUNITIES

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The fabulous Dial Tones, with Karen and Michael Radeke, Jelly Roll and the band

Will perform at the Silverton Café on Montgomery Rd  (corner Montgomery and Section in Silverton)
Saturday 3 September (THIS Saturday)
9:00 - 12:00 pm.
(AND on Sept 24 at the Lloyd House for our Fairies and Magic Dance party!)

  
  
  The Dial Tones at the Lloyd House last year.  


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    Hello, fellow poets and poetry lovers.  As summer comes to its official end, please join us on Friday, September 2 to hear a reading by local poets who have had their work published by Finishing Line Press of Georgetown, Kentucky.  Here's a description of the event:



    Start your Labor Day Weekend off right--Finishing Line Press Night will be Friday, September 2 at Aquarius Star & Om Cafe, 329 Ludlow Ave. in Clifton Gaslight.  Arrive early and have supper or coffee and mingle; readings will begin at 8 p.m. for about an hour.  Seven authors with books from Finishing Line Press, an award-winning small press in Georgetown, KY, will share samples of their writing and have their work available for purchase and signing. Authors include: Donelle Dreese, Karen George, Michael Henson, Jerry Judge, P. Andrew Miller, Mary Anne Reese and Gary Walton. 

    I hope you'll take time out of your Labor Day weekend to hear these fine poets read their work.


    All the best, 

    Gwyneth Stewart










Hello, friends.


 

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"It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn again to Earth,
and in contemplation of her beauties, to know of wonder and humility." 
--Rachel Carson
 





DRUMMING CIRCLE HERE (Lloyd House) Every month, Last TUESDAY!
Lloyd House Monthly Drumming Circle the last Tuesday of the month  


It's true...
           the fantastic fun of the last tuesday of the month drumming is here again...so, see you on 
                                                        Tuesday,  September 27
                             at the Lloyd House 
                              3901 Clifton Ave.
                                 6:45 to 8:45 PM

no prior experience necessary.  bring snacks if you care to.
please park on Lafayette Ave. (after drum, etc. dropoff)
Call with any questions/concerns at 541-4900.

Looking forward to seeing you,

Jackie Millay

AND, get this.  BAba Charles Miller, a local drum guru for many years, offers a weekly Samba instruction at the Peaslee Center down town.  details:
$10 every Friday at Peaslee Center ( across from old SCPA building)  at 6:30 ,  Baba Charles Miller teaches Samba. 
 215 East 14th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202-7308
(513) 621-5514

Anyone who was at the MLK Day celebration at Music Hall would have seen the Samba group parading down the left aisle, across the stage, and up the right aisle while playing drums.  Way fun!  ellen

AND, LLOYD HOUSE DRUMMER LES teaches drumming most Sunday nights... follow this link: http://www.meetup.com/drumcircle-41/events/16985902/?a=md1o_grp&rv=md1o


  • PLEASE NOTE:  The weekly practice session on Sundays will be suspended for the next weeks (until Sept 11 when we resume) because of the visiting world master Alexander Technique teacher Yehuda Kuperman of Jerusalem.  He is giving 10 days of advanced training for teachers.... wonderful!  I am proud to be hosting this here at the Lloyd House.  Come back to practice with us the Sunday AFTER labor Day.  ellen


New Time for A.T. Sunday Practice ~

FREE Alexander Technique Practice session every Sunday 3:45 - 4:30 at the Lloyd House.  Open to all (students, teachers, the general public)
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 Ellen Bierhorst Ph.D. ~ Alexander Technique ~ http://www.lloydhouse.com ~ 513 221 1289 ~ Cincinnati

    Fantastic introductory fee deal :  First lesson free; second through 4th lessons only $10.  After that, only $50/lesson if you buy a package of 4 at a time, prepaid. *   The real fee is $78 per lesson.  I am interested in "turning on" as many people as possible to this wonderful learning.  Good for pain, for performance improvement in the arts, athletics, ... And finally, good for personal development.  It has definite geriatric benefit as well.  

    You can read about my own experiences and find links to other sites here: 
 http://www.lloydhouse.com 

    Call and make an appointment or to discuss it with me.  513 221 1289.  
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* However, it is my commitment to adjust fees for anyone truly wanting lessons who cannot afford even this modest fee.  Try it and see.  Ellen

GET THIS!:  fabulous animation showing you how to sit in front of the computer:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCSNajqC8rg

And here is another fabulous short video on posture for health and power:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRw6lpkBjSc


 

 






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Recruiting "Fall Fellows" to organize for Obama this fall for pay in Ohio

Fwd: Wanted: Sharp organizers in the Buckeye State

You may have an interest or know of someone who does.  "And if you happen to be a college student, you can work with your school to earn credit through this program."  Read on.

 

From: "Jenn Brown, OH.BarackObama.com" <info@barackobama.com

Subject: Wanted: Sharp organizers in the Buckeye State

 

We have our work cut out for us in Ohio. Like always, our state will be a

battleground state. That's just one of the many reasons why we need sharp folks to be fall fellows in Ohio. The fall fellows will play a crucial role in building our grassroots strategy. If you're interested in organizing, you should apply now. And if you know someone who might be interested, please forward this note:

 

 http://my.barackobama.com/Fall-Fellows5

 

 Our work in Ohio is ramping up fast. You should apply right away.

 

 Thanks,

 

 Jenn

 

 Jenn Brown

 Ohio Field Director

 Organizing for America

 

 http://my.barackobama.com/Fall-Fellows5

 






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ARTICLES AND LETTERS

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- Clever Bill Messer on the city Budget and Finance Committee "The Budge-it and Finnesse" committee:  what YOU CAN DO
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Hello all,

Monday, not having time to get on line to check emails, I drove out to the Mount Washington Recreation Center for the exceptional morning meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee of City Council at which there was to have been a vote on the City Manager's proposals to address an anticipated $33.6M deficit (a proposal which included eliminating the Office of Environmental Quality). The signs on the door said it had been cancelled. The folks behind the desk were a bit miffed, as they said they had not been informed until people started arriving. I eventually learned the cancellation notice went out from Roxanne's staff member Ron Wahl late the night before, to, among others, OEQ and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission. OEQ's Larry Falkin forwarded that cancellation notice at 6 AM to everyone he could think of who might be attending, myself included (but, as I say, I didn't check my messages before leaving for the meeting), but it seems the Recreation Commission failed to notify its facility. Of the uninformed who showed up for the meeting, I seem to have been the lone OEQ supporter. I had a whiz-bang, carefully timed, 2 minutes prepared (if I must say so myself; I'll include it below).

I made some phone calls and learned that the committee meeting had been called off because Tuesday's meeting of the full Council, originally called by the Mayor, was cancelled by the Mayor. This meeting was intended to vote on the City Manager's proposals, which were to have been voted and passed by the Budget and Finance Committee on Monday. The problem was that it became apparent there were insufficient votes to pass the CM's proposals, therefor no reason to have the special COuncil session and therefor no reason for the special B&F Committee session. So, no vote.

This does not mean that there was enough enlightened awareness on the committee to realize that eliminating OEQ would exacerbate budget problems rather than ameliorate them. No, the hang up was, once again, police layoffs. The savings of $207,000 in eliminating OEQ would have negligible effect on the budget deficit, but probably were a political bone thrown to the Republicans on committee to help offset the police layoffs. Yes, it makes no sense financially. Come to think of it it makes no sense politically. What exactly is the benefit in being anti-environmental? Does anyone remember when conservatives were conservationists?

The CM's misguided proposal seems to have had dire consequences, as, in the absence of a committee meeting, the Republican majority on the committee have gotten together (I think under Ms. Ghiz's leadership) to advance their own proposal for the next scheduled meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee, which happens to be today at 6 PM at MSD's offices in lower Price Hill. Their motion retains the elimination of OEQ. Since it is manifestly apparent that such a move will not reduce the deficit (OEQ generates/saves the City more than 25 times what it costs, by the CM's own figures), it appears to be purely punitive. My feeling is that there is still anger/fear over the Environmental Justice Ordinance passed by Council now more than two years ago (the first municipality in the nation to do so) but still not funded and implemented. The Chamber of Commerce and significant corporate interests were vehement in their opposition to EJ. OEQ has been so successful in finding money through grants and investment, if allowed, it undoubtedly could come up with the $50,000 needed to begin implementation of EJ. If there's no OEQ, however, that won't happen. Anyway, that's my take on things. And meanwhile, the authentic budget can will likely get kicked down the road yet again.

I'll be at tonight's B&F Com meeting at MSD and hope to see some of you there, wearing green if possible, although I am pessimistic about what effect public input will have at this point. The Republican majority introducing their motion to kill OEQ are the following: Ghiz, Bortz, Murray, Lippert, & Winburn. I can't tell you where our environmental Mayor is in this mess. They all need to hear from us, a.s.a.p., by phone, fax, email or in person.  – WM


Amy Murray
City Hall, Suite 348
Phone: (513) 352-3640
Fax: (513) 352-4649
amy.murray@cincinnati-oh.gov

Chris Bortz
City Hall, Suite 356
Phone: (513) 352-3249
Fax: (513) 352-3264
chris.bortz@cincinnati-oh.gov

Leslie Ghiz
City Hall, Suite 354
Phone: (513) 352-3344
Fax: (513) 352-3277
leslie.ghiz@cincinnati-oh.gov

Wayne Lippert
City Hall, Suite 346A
Phone: (513) 352-3283
Fax: (513) 352-3289
wayne.lippert@cincinnati-oh.gov

Charlie Winburn
City Hall, Suite 351
Phone: (513) 352-5354
Fax: (513) 352-5367
charlie.winburn@cincinnati-oh.gov

Mayor Mark Mallory
801 Plum St. Rm 150

Phone: (513) 352-3250

Fax: (513) 352-5201
Email: mayor.mallory@cincinnati-oh.gov


2 mins for OEQ, Monday, August 29, 2011, 10:00 a.m., Mt. Washington Recreation Center, 1715 Beacon St.

By now we all know that the City Manager's proposal to eliminate the Office of Environmental Quality will not save money. His own report shows that OEQ generates more than 25 times what it costs, and that's not counting millions in grants "in the pipeline" or investment OEQ attracts. His estimate of 2011's savings from enhanced recycling and energy projects alone is 2 million dollars! You know what that is? That's 40 police offices we didn't have to lay off this year. 

The thing about a dedicated agency, especially in the case of OEQ, is that their staff is dedicated too. We won't get near the performance – the money generated and saved, the commitment, the vision – farming out their functions to other departments. Why didn't the CM propose reducing the functions of Public Services and moving some of them into OEQ to save money?

A case in point is yard refuse. If OEQ supervised a monthly, seasonal collection of this recyclable material, the reduction in landfill tipping fees and the increased Country money due to a higher recycling rate would save money. Commingling yard refuse with household garbage, collected weekly by Public Services then land-filled, is nuts.

As the CM's proposal will likely cost the City millions, what can you Budget and Finance Committee members who still may be thinking of voting for it achieve by doing so. Are you demonstrating your staunch anti-environmentalism, as though something to be proud of? Don't you have to breathe the same air as the rest of us, here in America's 16th Most Polluted City, scoring an F from the US-EPA? What corporation wants to place its employees in air like that? There is no conflict between the environment and the economy; improving the one improves the other and the sooner everyone gets that the better. If you are serious about reducing the projected deficit, kill this proposal right now, in Committee. Thank you.


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SIMON SAYS: Book reviews by Anna 


SIMON SAYS: Book reviews by Anna

Batwoman: Elegy

Batwoman Elegy by Greg Rucka and J.H. Williams III

This was my first graphic novel, I am somewhat embarrassed to admit, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.  Greg Rucka, for those not in the know, is an acclaimed artist of the genre who has done many impressive things, most of which I have no knowledge of.  This review will be by the novice intended for other newbies or otherwise yet to be indoctrinated.  

The book is a story about Batwoman, or at least, one idea of Batwoman, a super hero modeled in some part after the more famous Batman, who makes a brief appearance near the beginning of this book and is referred to a couple times in the context of a moral code he had developed for fighting crime.  In this story, Batwoman confronts a new super-villianess in town who refers to herself as Alice, as from the Lewis Carroll books.   There is an interesting mirroring of the two characters both in the writing and in the art, which makes sense later.  In the course of telling the story about Batwoman (alter ego of Kate Kane), we learn about Kate's childhood and the origins of the super-heroine.  Through this, we learn that she happens to be a Jewish lesbian- the former point extremely subtle (a reference to high holidays, a menorah on a table in the background), the later not so much (kissing, etc and dramas of relationships, including references to the recently overturned don't-ask-don't-tell policy of the US military).  I wasn't able to determine the reason for her being either, given the story, except that we all know that Jewish lesbians kick ass ;-)

The art is really captivating; nothing like the comic books I remember from my youth.  Rarely are the layouts in the classic boxed form, instead displayed with jagged lines diagonal across the page, or another example, a large diamond in the center of a spread with four images flanking the sides.  Rather than simply being artistic or clever, the unconventional layouts nearly always made sense and added to the story telling in a meaningful way.  It was also often more violent than is my taste, but I could appreciate the artistic merit in even the most ugly images.  

My "deluxe" edition included some extras in the back- mock-ups and sketches and dialogue in paragraph form that I didn't find particularly interesting except in that it made clear just how important the art was for making the story make sense.  

So, as a newbie I have to say that my experience with Batwoman Elegy was good enough that I might finally read Maus...
P.S.
 "Incidentally, one of my favorite parts of this book was the introduction by Rachel Maddow."  and "This review is dedicated to Michael, who gave us this amazing book, and my brother Isaac, who first taught me that comic books could be both literature and art" 
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and... A RESPONSE FROM ISAAC SHER (lifelong admirer of Graphic Novels and expert on the genre)


Glad you liked it!

It's funny -- the original character of Batwoman dates back to the 30's or 40's, and was originally a high-society lady named Katie Kane who had a crush on Batman, and created the Batwoman identity as a way to try and get close to him.  She had this bright yellow outfit and a red mask and cape, and kept her special gadgets in a purse rather than a utility belt, and all her items were disguised as "feminine" things like compact mirrors, lipstick... like the powder puff that had knockout-gas concealed in it, that sort of thing.  Very campy, very silly, utterly fixated on marrying Batman, and while she was meant to be portrayed positively, she'd be considered rather sexist by modern standards.   Eventually, she stopped showing up in the comic in the 50's, and pretty much got forgotten about by all but comic historians.  

I first came across the character as a boy at Uncle Jack and Aunt Alice's house, as they had a selection of golden-age Batman stories in trade-paperback form, many of which heavily featurered Batwoman.  The original Batgirl, I should note, was Batwoman's niece, Betty Kane, who was as fixated on Robin as Katie was on Batman, and had a similar "utility purse" thing going on.  Strangely enough, Betty Kane never really went away like Katie did -- Katie was reimagined as "Flamebird", who still had a crush on Robin, but no longer had a connection to Batman beyond that or the silly purse thing, and she would be a supporting character on and off in the Teen Titans books for years, and is still around now, although she's never been more than a "C"-list character, so to speak.  But Batwoman disappeared for decades, and was apparently destined to be little more than a slightly embarrassing footnote.

Then about five years ago, Greg Rucka decided to take the old Batwoman concept and revitalize it, and made the deliberate choice of having her be a Jewish Lesbian in order to add more diversity to DC's character roster.  There was a push at the time to do so, as Blue Beetle was reimagined as a hispanic teenage boy from El Paso, the Atom became Chinese by way of Hong Kong, just to name two prominent examples.   Batwoman showed up here and there, and eventually got her own solo book.  It's noteworthy that JH Williams is considered one of THE best visual artists in comics today, and is especially beloved for his innovative page layouts, as you commented.  It's also noteworthy that when this new Batwoman originally showed up, she was established as once again being a rich socialite, but having a closeted off-and-on relationship with a woman named Renee Montoya.  Montoya was previously established as a hispanic woman who tried but didn't always succeed at being a virtuous cop, a supporting character in the Batman stories.  Eventually, she lost her badge (if I recall correctly), and through a complicated series of events I won't get into here, became the latest incarnation of "The Question", a superhero whose look involves a sharp double-breasted suit, fedora, and a facial covering that makes the wearer's face seem to be a blank wall of skin.   So not only was Batwoman introduced as a Lesbian right from the start, she even had a romantic interest in Renee Montoya as well, and neither one of them were ever portrayed as "I'm the femme, she's the butch", as both had rather feminine features and long hair, and were lauded as being lacking in stereotypes.

The timing of your review is interesting.  Right now, DC has just completely rebooted their entire lineup, starting their continuity from scratch with new #1 issues in order to make the books more accessible to younger readers who'd been getting left in the dust by decades of bloated and contradictory history -- and the first batch of those new comics were just released yesterday.   It isn't yet clear where Batwoman will be used in this reboot, but she does have her fans, and there's been public pressure on DC in the last few months to expand the exposure of female characters, and female writers and artists as well, so I'll be very surprised if Jewish Lesbian Batwoman doesn't show up again soon.

- Isaac!

Is there any chance I could get a plug for my website, www.threatormenace.com, in your newsletter?   We like to describe "Threat Or Menace" as a Geek Editorial And Review site, and we're trying to get the word out about it.  Love , Isaac

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  BTW, I just saw "Paris after Midnight" for the second time (!) (still at the Esquire) and loved it just as much, as did Yehuda Kuperman.  Magical!  However, Alan Bowers, my colleague in the A.T. here for the intensive, disliked it (?), calling it, (I love this), "An 'amuse-bouche' passed off as a full course meal."  ellen

 
Tri-State Treasures
 
 
Tri-State Treasures is a chronological compilation of unique local people, places, and events that may enrich your lives.  These treasures have been submitted by you and others who value supporting quality community offerings.  Please consider supporting these treasures, and distributing the information for others to enjoy.  And please continue forwarding your Tri-State Treasures ideas to jkesner at nuvox.net.
 
Information about Tri-State Treasures and how to submit them, and an explanation of my convention for expressing email addresses and websites is at the bottom of this email.  Please help me by providing all basic information, and formatting your submissions as described below.  Thank you.

Sincerely,  Jim
 
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Operatic Treasure:
 
Cincinnati Opera Auditions [October 26, 28-30]: Auditions for the Opera's 2012 Young Artist, Education Touring Programs positions & 2012 Summer Festival Chorus. At the Corbett Opera Center, Music Hall, 1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Much more info on the audition process at 513.768.5568, lbailey at cincinnatiopera.org & cincinnatiopera.org.
 
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Special Ongoing Treasure:
 
Out of the Shadows: The Rise of Women in Art [thru Saturday 10 December]: This exhibit features several of Anna Socha VanMatre's works alongside those of other important female artists (Louise Nevelson, Sonia Delaunay & Betty Parsons) & male artists (Willem de Kooning & Frank Duveneck) who focus on women's sociological subjects. "A multifaceted exploration that goes beyond a highlight tour of notable women artists, 'Out of the Shadows' examines women as the subject of art, explores the role of the women as artist, & looks at the struggles women endured in an effort to be recognized for their talents." At the Miami University Art Museum, 801 South Patterson Avenue, Oxford, OH 45056. More info at arts.muohio.edu/art-museum.
 
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Calendar:
 
Paderewski Exhibit - opening reception [Thursday 1 September @ 1-3pm]: To celebrate the Ignacy Jan Paderewski Year (1860-1941), Polish-American Society of Greater Cincinnati presents this special exhibit celebrating the life & legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski: virtuoso pianist, composer, politician (1st Prime Minister of Poland after World War I), humanitarian & orator. The display includes memorabilia from local private collections. Free. Exhibit runs thru Friday 30 September. At the Madeira Branch of the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County, 7200 Miami Avenue, Madeira, OH 45243. More info at polish-american-cincinnati.org. 
 
Tai Chi for Beginner's [Wednesdays & Thursdays starting Thursday 1 September]: Ralph Dehner, Master Trainer, is starting a new "Tai Chi for Beginner's" class. On Wednesdays @ 7pm, he will lead the class at his Fairfield Studio (5927 Embassy Drive, Fairfield, OH 45014). On Thursdays @ 6pm, he will lead the class at his Mighty Vine Wellness Club (2347 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219). He will be teaching the new Yang 10 movement form (sometimes called the 8 movement form; when they do not count opening & closing forms). The set is easy to learn & contains the fundamentals you need to learn any Tai Chi set. It can lead you to more advanced sets or become a lifetime practice by itself. Cost is per month, based on $11 per class (Clifton location) or $12 per month (Fairfield location). More info & registration at ralph.dehner at juno.com & haveqiwilltravel.com. 
 
Noises Off [Thursdays-Sundays 1-25 September @ 8pm (Thu-Sat) & 2pm (Sun)]: Called the funniest farce ever written, Noises Offpresents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called Nothing's On. Doors slamming, onstage, offstage & backstage intrigue, & an errant herring all figure in the plot of this hilarious & classically comic play by Michael Frayn. Directed by Bob Brunner. Tickets: $23 (adults), $21 (seniors & students). At the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts, 4990 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45238. More info & tix at 513.241.6550 & cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com. 
 
Works by Lisa Horkin Trunk Show - opening [Friday 2 September @ 5-7pm]: Regional glass bead, pendant & jewelry artist, Lisa Horkin, will be featured in a solo exhibit & sale. The show runs thru Friday 16 September. At AllyBeads Jewelry & Gifts, 16 Main Street, Milford, OH 45150. More info at 513.831.8300 & AllyBeads.com. 
 
First Friday Downtown Middletown [Friday 2 September @ 12-9pm]: Celebrate the regional arts community at several locations surrounding Central Avenue at Broad Street in historic downtown Middletown. Experience artist studios & galleries, boutique shopping, live music & dining. At noon, hear the "Singing Auctioneer" in concert at First United Methodist Church. Visit the Middletown Public Library Art Gallery, then grab a bite at the All About You Café at the Pendleton Art Center. From 5-9pm, visit artist galleries & studios & take a tour of BeauVerre Riordan Stained Glass Studio. Live music. All events are free. More info at First Friday Downtown Middletown on Facebook. 
 
Friday Night Grill Outs [Fridays thru 2 September @ 5-8pm]: You can't beat a tasty grilled meal with all the sides, live music on the dock & great company with friends & family. The grill-out menu features specialty dinners ($8.00-9.25 per person; $3.95 for kids 10 & under). The atmosphere is special, too, with a big dock overlooking Lake Isabella. There will be naturalist programs & local live music @ 6-8pm. Performances thru the summer include Katie Pritchard (Vocals/Acoustic Guitar), Kevin Fox (Acoustic Rock) & Ben Alexander (Acoustic Rock). At Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland-Madeira Road, Loveland, OH 45140. Hamilton County Park permit is required to enter the park. More info at 513.521.7275 & GreatParks.org. 
 
Is There Weather In Outer Space [Saturday 3 September @ 7pm]: At our Sun's core, hydrogen atoms are being fused under extreme heat & pressure to release unimaginable amounts of energy, going thru cycles of activity every 11 years. Sun flares are the most violent events in the solar system, releasing a million times more energy in a minute than the largest earthquake, creating Space Weather. Pam Bowers, Executive Director of the Drake Planetarium, will present a family friendly, interactive program on the new science of forecasting Space Weather. Afterwards will be activities & displays for all ages & telescope viewing of the Moon & other space treasures (weather permitting). $3 for adults; kids under 12 enter free. All ages. No reservations required. At the Cincinnati Astronomical Society, 5274 Zion Road, Cleves, OH 45002. More info at 513.941.1981 & cinastro.org. 
 
Fall Mini Triathlon [Sunday 4 September @ 10am]: Autumn is a great time to get outdoors with friendly competition on foot, on bike & on water. Meet at Winton Woods Harbor for a quick overview before the start. The race begins with a 1.5 miles run/walk on the paved trail around Winton Lake, followed by a 3 mile bike ride on the trail, followed by a 1 mile canoe or kayak paddle across the lake to Adventure Outpost. Racers will be rewarded with a celebratory cookout & prizes. Compete solo or as a team. Must fit into lifejackets & kayak or canoe. $20 per person; register by Friday 2 September. At Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH. Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10 annual; $3 daily) required to enter the park. More info & register at 513.521.7275 & GreatParks.org. 
 
The Practice of Poetry: A Writing Workshop for Women [Tuesdays 6 September - 15 November @ 7-9pm]: This series will provide opportunities for using creative writing as a tool to listen deeply to your own heart's wisdom for women who are interested in writing as a Spiritual & Creative Practice. Tuition is $125 for the bi-weekly series. Tuition for the series as a weekly program (incl. the craft sessions) is $190. At Grailville, 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland, OH 45140. More info at 513.683.2340, events.grailville at fuse.net & grailville.org. 
 
Curb Your Clutter Classes [Wednesdays 7 September - 5 October @ 7-8:30pm]: Enjoy the camaraderie of the clutter-afflicted as you learn how to tame your chaos. Classes taught by Janice Ash of I Declutter!, a decluttering & organizational service. $18/class, $75 pre-paid for entire course (save $15). Register by Thursday 1 September. There are also 3 hour Hit Your Clutter Hard Workshops, $68. All classes at I Am Wellness, 8029 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45224. More info & register at 513.821.9493, janice at i-declutter.com & I-Declutter.com. 
 
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee [Wednesdays-Sundays 7-25 September @ 8pm (Thu-Sat) & 2pm (Sun)]: A hilarious tale of overachievers' angst chronicling the experience of 6 adolescent outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. The show's Tony Award winning creative team has created the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky, charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the 1 place they can stand out & fit in.  Hysterical tunes include:  "My Friend, The Dictionary," "I'm Not That Smart" & "I Speak 6 Languages." Music & lyrics by William Finn; book by Rachel Sheinkin. Directed by Dan Doerger, Musical Direction by Steve Goers, Choreography by Greg Underwood. Also a 7pm show on Sun 18 Sep. Tickets: $17 (adults); $16 (seniors & students). At Showboat Majestic, 435 East Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix at 513.241.6550 & cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com. 
 
Earthkind-Humankind: The Conflict of Naturaland Human Events As Artistic Inspiration [Thursday 8 September @ 4pm]: In conjunction with her exhibit Out of the Shadows: The Rise of Women in Art, Anna Socha VanMatre will describe the treatment of nature & societal themes in her art & discuss her experience as a woman in the art world, both in the U.S. & her native Poland. The lecture is offered in conjunction with Miami University's American Studies, Contemporary Art, Sociology, History & Women's Studies departments. At the Miami University Art Museum, 801 South Patterson Avenue, Oxford, OH 45056. More info at arts.muohio.edu/art-museum. 
 
Ohio Redistricting Forum [Thursday 8 September @ 6–8pm]: For many, redistricting & reapportionment has become synonymous with partisan gerrymandering. But are there alternatives? Come learn the potential opportunities & threats in the 2011 Ohio redistricting process. Speakers: State Senators Tom Niehaus & Armond Budish (invited), Ann Henkener (League of Women Voters of Ohio) & Greg Rabidoux (Common Cause Ohio). At Mayerson Hall, Hebrew Union College, 5101 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info atfacebook.com/CommonCauseOhio. 
 
Bones for Life® Introductory Class [Thursday 8 September @ 7pm]: If you're wondering how to stimulate bone strength, improve your posture, or discover the pleasure of pain free movement, this class is for you. At the Feldenkrais Within studio, 4124 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223. More info at 513.541.5720, support at futurelifenow.com & futurelifenow.com. 
 
Fireworks - opening [Friday 9 September @ 6-9pm]: This explosive display of kiln-formed glass by Darryl Berry presents layers of glass that radiate movement & fire inspired by the amazing annual Labor Day fireworks on the Ohio River. At 5th Street Gallery, 55 West 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Exhibit runs thru Saturday 8 October. More info at 513.579.9333, 5thstreetgallery at fuse.net &5thstreetgallery.com. 
 
Gathering of Women Poets [Friday 9 September @ 7-9pm]: Join host Kathy Y. Wilson, DJ April Reign & 4 women poets - Abiyah, Yvette Nepper, Murray & Krystle Sims - for a lively & inspiring evening of poetry reading in conjunction with our latest exhibit, Femme: Artistic Expressions of the Feminine Spirit (see reception on Saturday 10 September). Free. At Kennedy Heights Arts Center, 6546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info at 513.631.4278 & kennedyarts.org. 
 
Zen Retreat with Fr. Ama Samy S.J. [Friday 9 September @ 6:30pm thru Sunday 11 September @ 1pm (weekend) or thru Friday 16 September @ 1pm (week)]: Weekend & week-long program includes silence, meditation, chi gong, private discussions with AMA Samy, an optional Christian liturgy & an introductory session for those new to Zen. Weekend/Week fees: $235/$450 (single occ); $190/NA (double occ); $140/$300 (commuter). One day commuter fee is $70. An additional "dana" (donation) directly to Fr. Ama Samy is a Zen custom. Meals are included in program fees. Reservations required. At Grailville, 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland OH 45140. More info at 513.683.2340,events.grailville at fuse.net & grailville.org. 
 
Manifest Openings: 3rd Annual NUDE & Go Ahead-TOUCH ME! [thru Friday 9 September]: 3rd Annual NUDE explores the uncovered human form. This juried exhibit is comprised of 23 works by 19 artists from 13 states & Germany, & includes sculpture, photography, drawing & several paintings. Go Ahead... TOUCH ME challenges our conditioning to revere the sanctity of artwork. This juried project set out to contradict this notion by inviting artists to submit works that are deliberately interactive & touchable. The intimate 6-piece presentation offers a playful & introspective experience provided by artists from California, Massachusetts, Cincinnati, England & Norway. Free (temporary) tattoos by Nat Martin available while supplies last. At Manifest Creative Research Gallery & Drawing Center, 2727 Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206. More info at 513.861.3638, jason at manifestgallery.org & manifestgallery.org. 
 
Mill Creek Cleanup [Saturday 10 September @ 9am-1pm]: While the weather is dry & the water levels are low, become part of the Mill Creek Restoration Project to help remove tires & other trash from the stream channel along the neighborhoods of Northside & South Cumminsville. Snacks, refreshments & equipment will be provided. Wear boots if you have them. All volunteers will receive a Mill Creek T-shirt. Open to adult volunteers only, due to challenging stream conditions. If interested, contact Adrian at 513.731.8400 or info at millcreekrestoration.org by Thursday 8 September. Rain date is Saturday 24 September. More info & directions to meeting point at 513.708.2249 & us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=8959ca36ed790436ad9ac381b&id=4e6e40a061&e=d8f93a4eb4. 
 
Femme: Artistic Expressions of the Feminine Spirit - reception [thru Saturday 10 September]: Meet the artists in this sensuous exhibit that celebrates the feminine spirit. Harriet Kaufman presents her newest sculpture as part of a group of artists presenting painting & sculpture. Curated by Barbara Gamboa. Exhibit runs thru Saturday 24 September. See associated Gathering of Women Poets on Friday 9 September. At Kennedy Heights Arts Center, 6546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info at 513.631.4278 & kennedyarts.org. 
 
Kôlam Art Workshop [Saturday 10 September @ 10am-12pm]: Learn kôlam, an ancient drawing meditation from South India, with artist Radha Chandrashekaran. Mend the heart & calm the mind with creative self-expression. No artistic training required. For adults & kids ages 7+. Workshop fee is $10. At Kennedy Heights Arts Center, 6546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info at 513.631.4278 &kennedyarts.org. 
 
Plein Air Painting with Diane Debevec [Saturday 10 September @ 9am-3pm]: Paint outside in the tradition of en plein air. Learn about the pleasures & challenges of working outdoors, & go home with 1 or 2 new pieces of art that are well on their way to completion. Classes are geared towards oil or acrylic on canvas or board; supplies are not provided. Some painting experience is required. The fee is $50 for one program; lunch is included. Reservations are required. At Grailville, 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland, OH 45140. More info at 513.683.2340,events.grailville at fuse.net & grailville.org. 
 
Nonviolent Peace Making Training [Saturday 10 September @ 9am-4pm]: Fun & interactive workshop where you will be introduced to techniques you can use when faced with a conflict that might turn violent. By defusing the immediate situation, you create space that gives everyone time to understand the root of the problem & resolve it peacefully. Presented by IJPC. Materials & lunch cost $25; scholarships available. At the Peaslee Neighborhood Center, 215 14th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.579-8547 & ijpc-cincinnati.org/events/nonviolent-peacemaking-training. 
 
Brock Maguire Band in Concert [Saturday 10 September @ 7:30pm]: Named Traditional Instrumental Irish Band of the Decade by Irish American News. Brock on button accordion/melodeon & McGuire on fiddle are from County Clare. They're joined on tenor banjo/mandolin by County Galway's All-Ireland champion Enda Scahill, & on keyboards by composer/arranger Denis Carey from County Tipperary. Their tight blend of instruments emphasize Irish music, but include arrangements of Old Time American, French-Canadian & other Celtic traditions. They collaborated with Ricky Skaggs on their latest album, Green Grass Blue Grass, & performed at the Grand Old Opry in March. $20 (door), $18 (advance). Free. Presented by & at Cincinnati's Irish Heritage Center, 3905 Eastern Avenue, Columbia Tusculum, Cincinnati, OH 45226. Parking in IHC lot behind building. More info & tix at 513.533.0100 & IrishCenterofCincinnati.com. 
 
Northside's Second Saturday [Saturday 10 September]: Special events at participating venues including: Comet, Nvision, Thundersky, Chicken Lays an Egg, Sidewinder, Cryptogram, Mayday, Northside Surplus, Fabricate, Prairie, Take the Cake, Sweat Peace Bakery, Painted Fish, 3 Legged Dog, Shop Therapy, Northside Tavern (5-9 happy hour) & Ruttle & Neltner Florist. More info at northside.net. 
 
Twilight in the Gardens [Saturday 10 September @ 7-10pm]: After a 2 year hiatus, Twilight in the Gardens is back by popular demand, featuring the Newport Ragtime Band & the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra. Sample Covington's Finest Restaurants. Beer & wine. Baker Hunt instructor art demos & sale. 1,000's of twinkling lights in the Center's gardens. $25 per person; $30 at the door. Proceeds benefit The Friends of Baker Hunt Scholarship Fund. At Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center, 620 Greenup Street, Covington, KY 41011. More info & tix at 859.431.0020 & bakerhunt.com. 
 
Telescope Festival [Saturday 10 September @ noon-11pm]: The Cincinnati Observatory celebrates the telescope with an all-day/all-night open house, ScopeOut, a chance for people of all ages to look at the latest & greatest astronomical equipment offered by local & national vendors. Activities include classes, educational materials for teachers, kid's space crafts, safe viewing of the Sun, swap table, meteorites, tours of our historic buildings & lots of astronomical door prizes. At Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Place, Cincinnati, OH 45208. More info including schedule & costs at 513.321.5186, dean at cincinnatiobservatory.org & cincinnatiobservatory.org/scopeout2011.html. 
 
Second Sunday Crits with William Messer & Gordon Smith [Sunday 11 September @ 5pm]: Iris curator William Messer & exhibiting artist Gordon Smith lead an open group review in which photographers share their work in discussion with each other. Messer is an internationally exhibited & published photographer, critic, curator & educator who serves on the board of the International Art Critics' Association & has conducted photography critiques in workshops, schools, conferences & festivals worldwide. Smith is the author ofPresages: Gordon Smith's Kentucky Coal Country Photographs. Free. At Iris BookCafe & Gallery, 1331 Main Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.260.8434, 513.381.2665 & Iris' Facebook page. 
 
Artist's Talk/Meet the Photographer [Sunday 11 September @ 8pm]: Gordon Smith visits Iris to discuss his work, share his views & answer questions. Free. At Iris BookCafe & Gallery, 1331 Main Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.260.8434, 513.381.2665 & Iris' Facebook page. 
 
Baker Hunt Fall Classes [beginning Monday 12 September]: "Exploring the Shades of Autumn." The Fall Session begins September 12. Classes & workshops fill fast. Classes will include Stone Carving, Yoga, Picasso's Loft, Pottery, Bonsai Workshop, Graphic Design, Mosaics, Photography, Kite Making, All Age Architecture, Tai Chi, Creative Writing, Dance, Painting & much more. Professional instruction for youths & adults, beginners always welcome. Ask about scholarships for youths. At Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center, 620 Greenup Street, Covington, KY 41011. More info at 859.431.0020 & bakerhunt.com. 
 
Feldenkrais® Awareness Thru Movement Classes [Mondays 12 September - 24 October @ 6pm & 7:30pm]: Enjoy ease & efficiency, improve coordination, manage stress & experience vital, dynamic posture. For the very active to the barely active. Ask if a class is right for you. At the Feldenkrais Within studio, 4124 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223. More info & fees at 513.541.5720, support at futurelifenow.com & futurelifenow.com. 
 
Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra Ft. Thomas Kentucky Outdoor Concert "Back by Popular Demand" [Tuesday 13 September @ 7pm]: CMO continues its 15th anniversary celebration with a series of summer concerts featuring audience & orchestra favorites from past performances. A sneak peek at some of the favorites: Lord of the Dance, Pirates of the Caribbean, Phantom of the Opera, Harry Potter Suite, & Les Miserables. The orchestra is joined by the CMO Vocal Ensemble. At Tower Park, 100 Cochran Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY. More info @ 513.941.8956 & GOCMO.org. 
 
It's a Secret [Sunday 18 September]: Sandy Kesner & Sasha Hart secretly create evenings of sumptuous food & stimulating conversation for intimate dinner parties of 6 diverse guests who typically meet for the first time. Their underground restaurant, It's A Secret, is an adventure in fine dining offered to food lovers for a modest $60 donation; an informal eating establishment operating out of their homes. Sasha & Sandy embrace the farm-to-table movement, where season influences their menu selections. They value the interactive creativity between each other as chefs. Their recipe for a special evening begins with a leisurely cocktail hour before moving to the table. An amuse-bouche is followed by four courses, all paired with fine wines. The setting alternates between their homes. More info & reservations from Sandy at 513.533.0637 & skesner@nuvox.net or Sasha at 513.861.0666 & sashahartdance@gmail.com. 
 
Presages: Gordon Smith's Kentucky Coal Country Photographs [thru Sunday 18 September]: In the mid-1990s, as the practice of mountaintop removal coal mining was expanding in the quest for cheaper, low-sulfur coal, Gordon Smith began this documentary photography project in SE Kentucky coal country. MTR mining has destroyed 1.4 million acres of forest & over 500 Appalachian mountains, buried 1000's of miles of streams & contaminated millions of gallons of water. Photographing from the air, Smith records the destruction wrought upon the land, which he combines with traditional landscapes & portraits of the Appalachian people of the region, whose lives are so affected. Despite great wealth of natural resources, the region is home to some of the nation's poorest people. The photographs are traditional, silver, black & white prints. At Iris BookCafe & Gallery, 1331 Main Street, Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.260.8434, 513.381.2665 & Iris' Facebook page. 
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Ongoing Tri-State Treasures:
 
Mixed Media Collage by Tim Schwallie [thru Sunday 2 October]: Tim Schwallie combs thru newspapers & other publications, enjoying the random elements & happy mistakes that become the muse to a more unconscious final product. Tim is a visual artist, multi-band musician & real estate agent based in Cincinnati. At NVISION, 4577 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati OH 45223. More info @ 513.542.4577,contact at nvisionshop.com & nvisionshop.com.  
 
Architreks/Cincinnati Walks [Saturdays & Sundays thru October]: These guided walking tours highlight Cincinnati neighborhoods, architectural treasures & historic significance. Sponsored by Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati & Cincinnati Preservation Association, the program educates & entertains while showing off Cincinnati's rich architectural & cultural history. Tours are held rain or shine. All proceeds benefit education & preservation in Cincinnati neighborhoods. "Our tours explore the hidden gems & architectural landmarks of Cincinnati so that both visitors to our city & local residents walk away with a new perspective." ~ Trudy Backus, Architreks/Cincinnati Walks founder & volunteer coordinator. Choose from 10 walking tours: Over-the-Rhine, Findlay Market, Downtown; Cincinnati's 1st suburbs (Walnut Hills, East Walnut Hills, Mt. Adams, Clifton & Northside); special tours include Vanishing Cincinnati (sites that no longer exist like Albee Theatre, Wesley Chapel, etc.) & Literary Cincinnati (sites that inspired 19th & early 20th century authors & poets). Tour guides undergo extensive training before being certified by an Accreditation Board of Cincinnati's historical & architectural elite. Tours are about 2 hours & 2 miles long. Tickets are $15 (adults), $5 (kids) & $120 (group of 10). Reservations not required. Groups, visitors & businesses can customize tours; any tour can be scheduled by request. More info including schedule, meeting locations & tix at 513.421.4469 & cincinnati-walks.org. 
 
Upgrade Your Intuitive Self - Classes with Patricia Garry: No pain & lots of gain. Saturday classes in July & August. All classes are $125, payable at the class, with Certificate on completion. Register at patriciagarry at fuse.net & receive directions. More info at 513.281.6864 & patriciagarry.com.
  <> Intuitive Development & Meditation Techniques [Saturday 27 August @ 10am-3pm]: Expand your intuitive skills, centeredness & understanding. A terrific day. 
  <> Reiki First Degree [Tuesdays 13, 20 & 27 September @ 7-9pm] 
  <> Reiki Second Degree [Tuesdays 11, 18 & 25 October @ 7-9pm] 
 
True Theatre is Looking for YOU & Your Story: True Theatre is looking for stories for their upcoming Monday 7 November show with the theme: Hunger (whether your appetite or your passion). They're also looking for stories for their other 2nd season shows with the themes: Love, Mom & Grit. The story must be true & yours, be able to be told in 10-15 minutes & fit the theme of the evening. Five speakers tell stories in each show; yours could be one. They also host a special Christmas/holiday show for 3 weekends in December. Nine story tellers are sought & will be rotated thru the run (3 each night). More info at truetheatre.com; submit your story ideas on their "Contact" page.
 
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