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The Lloyd House Virtual Salon Newsletter
(See at the end of this email for introductory material)

SECTION ONE: TABLE NOTES

(What kind of gathering/sharing/learning together would you like to happen at the Lloyd House? Ideas wanted. e.)

Hi Everyone!

Salonista Steve Sunderland does "Santa for Peace".

It was a gift yesterday to have sunshine and warm weather at this darkest time of the year (winter solstice, longest night, Dec. 22). This year I am using tiny electric "tea lights" in my Channukia. Plus ca change, plus c'est la meme chose. I went to the extremely jolly Dance Action meeting at Fanchon's on Sunday in support of Occupy. Fanchon, may she live forever, is a civic treasure! Only she could have convened this. Read the short report by Susan Crew about it in the Articles section below.

Be warm and bright this holiday season!

Hugs to everyone!

Ellen

SECTION TWO: ACTIVITIES, OPPORTUNITIES

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17^th ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

AT CINCINNATI ZOO FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Garden of Peace

THURSDAY, DEC. 22

7:30 PM

3^rd Night of Chanukah

Come to the celebration and stay to enjoy the Zoo's Festival of Lights.

For more information or for tickets, email judi.koff@gmail.com

watch?v=vCSNajqC8rg

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

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

Oh and P.S.: I've started posting videos on YouTube on a variety of subjects. You can search by my name. Fun.

Ellen Bierhorst

from PARK AND VINE

parkandvine.com
Greetings, friends

Following is a list of upcoming events involving Park + Vine,
including the buy local-themed Shift Your Shopping Bike Rides and Park
+ Shine: A Mini Craft Show. If you have any questions, let us know

Thanks!

B.Y.O.B. = Bring Your Own Bag: through Dec. 31
Bring your own bag to Park + Vine and take 10 percent off purchases of
$20 or more starting with "Small Business Saturday" Nov. 26 through
Dec. 31. Come back as often as you like. If you forget your bag, buy
one from our stash and take 10 percent off your purchase, including
the bag itself! Applies to all merchandise except Beco, bumGenius
cloth diapers and ERGO Baby Carrier.

Shift Your Shopping Bike Ride: Dec. ... 24
Shift your shopping habits to local stores--and how you get there--with
a leisurely Saturday morning bike ride Saturday, Dec. 3, 10, 17 and
24. This six-mile (or so) ride starts and ends at Reser Bicycle
Outfitters, 648 Monmouth Street, in Newport with stops at Park + Vine
and Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine. Space is limited to 20 people.
Helmet and desire to ride and support our local economy are required.
For more information, e-mail info@parkandvine.com

Second annual Vegan Chili Cookoff: Jan. 29
Imagine tofu, tempeh, seitan and textured vegetable protein starring
in a chili at your Super Bowl XLVI gathering. Gather ideas, sample
chili, show off your prowess (with at least one-gallon of chili) and
win prizes at second annual Vegan Chili Cook-off 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday,
Jan. 29 at Park + Vine. Up to 20 chilis are featured. Everyone who
attends gets a ballot and votes in three categories. It's $10 to enter
and $15 for tastes. Kids under 10 are free. Drinks, including coffee
and craft beer, are separate. Fire up your crocks! Online registration
opens Jan. 2, 2012.

--
Danny Korman
Park + Vine
1202 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513-721-7275
parkandvine.com

Dear DANCE ACTIONs Creators,

The first planning meeting for our DANCE ACTIONs collective Was Sunday, December 18 at 1 PM at my home studio - 4019 Red Bud Avenue, (See report in Articles section. It was outta sight!)

Fanchon Shur

Director, Growth in Motion,Inc

www.growthinmotion.org

4019 Red Bud Ave.

Cincinnati, Oh. 45229

513-221-3222

fanchon@growthinmotion.org

On Sun 18 Dec 2011, at 4:42 PM, Sierra Club - Miami Group (OH) wrote:

The Jan/Feb 2012 Issue of the Happenings is now up on the

Miami Group Website at the following link:

http://miami.ohiosierraclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Hapjanfeb12W.pdf

NEW YEARS JAZZ JAM

UNITY JAM 6 (A New Year Celebration)

Time: 9pm-2am

Where: Blue Wisp Jazz Club

When: Saturday, December 31, 2011

Doors will open to the public at 7pm.

There are six great local bands in the lineup:

TASTE OF CINDYhttp://www.reverbnation.com/tasteofcyndiMAYAN RUINShttp://www.reverbnation.com/mayanruinsBLACK STRAVINSKYhttp://soundcloud.com/brent_olds_music/black-stravinsky-shimmeringBEN LAPPShttp://www.reverbnation.com/benlappsBAOKU & THE IMAGE AFRO-BEAT BANDhttp://www.reverbnation.com/baokutheimageafrobeatbandCHUCK LAND BANDhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjC9atxqBtk&feature=relatedVenue address:Blue Wisp Jazz Club318 E. 8th StreetBetween Broadway & Sycamore

in downtown Cincinnati, OH

Tickets to the event will be sold for $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

For ticket information, call 513-266-2070 or email baoku@baokutcr.com

Additional information about the event can be found at:

www.baokutcr.comwww.thebluewisp.comwww.myspace.com/baokuwww.facebook.com/baoku

www.myspace.com/theimageafrobeatband

Let's come together to JAM and bring in the New Year in UNITY!

Cincy Unity Jam was started in December of 2009 to bring people together

to celebrate peace in unity through music and art.

Positive Image Arts is a multi-cultural performing arts company that was

established to promote cultural diversity and contribute to building a

peaceful and respectful world in which to live.

Positive Image Arts is teaming up with Blue Wisp Jazz Club to bring UNITY

JAM 6 to the people of Greater Cincinnati on the 31st of December, 2011.

It is a night you don't want to miss as we bring in the New Year!

(2) ELDERS OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT supporting the Occupy Wall Street movement
in this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=IEyyRYUXZ-8&feature=share

Friday Jan. 6, 7 - 9 pm

First UU Church, Reading and Linton (S. of MLK)

Woman's City Club and First UU Church and the OEQ present

Discussio with Nancy Sullivan of Enright Ridge Ecovillage. "Building Transition Towns and Intentional Communities"

Imago Newsletter here: http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/654144/6d04180bd4/289504663/9abb4a5bb9/

Hi, Ellen.

It was great to see you today. It's been quite a while. I would love it if you would pass the word on about these upcoming Family Constellation workshops. After five years of doing workshops off and on and expanding my training quite a bit, I am feeling ready to try a variety of formats, and really would appreciate your assistance in spreading the word!

Thanks!

Anne

Upcoming Opportunities in Family Constellation Work

Facilitated by Anne Bernard Becker, M.A.

www.ceremonies-familyconstellations.com annebbecker@gmail.com 513-591-2942

The Theory and Practice of Family Constellation Work

A free informational event

Wednesday, January 11 7:00- 9:00 p.m.

What is family constellation work? What are its roots? How does it fit with psychotherapy, energy healing, and spirituality? This presentation will address these basic questions, as well as the core discoveries about family systems that have emerged out of this approach since its inception: the role of personal vs. group conscience, balance of give-and-take, entanglements, the bonding of victim and perpetrator, the "Orders of Love". There will be ample opportunity for your questions throughout.

Location: Aquarius Star/Om Café, 329 Ludlow 45220 (Clifton Gaslight District)

Workshops with a focus on chronic illness

Thursday, January 19 6:30 to 9:30

Sunday, February 26 1:00 to 4:00

For each of these workshops, there will be two constellations set up. Each client will bring a support person. Others are encouraged to register as representatives or engaged witnesses. Through setting up a constellation, we will explore the relationship between the presenting illness and the client's family's history, and the role the illness may be playing in balancing the system. This can create a healing movement for the client. For representatives/witnesses, this is a powerful way to gain an experiential understanding of this work in its most serious engagement with our human suffering, and its potential for physical, emotional and spiritual healing.

Location: Anne's home in Northside (Cincinnati 45223)

Cost: sliding scale $75.00 to $125 total for client along with one support person

$30.00 for other participants

Family Constellation Workshop Saturday, January 28 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This full-day format is the most powerful way to experience the remarkable flow of energy that builds through a series of family constellations. Each constellation unfolds in its own unique way, yet the participants often find catharsis in the universality and sacredness of our common human experience.

The Cincinnati Dharma Center 16 Moline St. 45223 (Northside)

cost: $65.00 per person

Seeing Your Partner with the Eyes of the Heart: a Family Constellation Workshop for Couples (better than roses or even chocolate)

Saturday, February 11 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

You will witness the pervasive impact of the hidden family loyalties that attracted you and your partner to one another and yet also drive you apart, perhaps in the form of emotional withdrawal, subtle tension, ongoing conflict or addictive behaviors. You will bring a new kind of consciousness to your relationship, one that can open you to loving and respecting

one another more freely than was possible before.

Limited to three couples. Please register early.

cost: $95 per couple

The Cincinnati Dharma Center 16 Moline St. 45223 (Northside)

Testimonials from Participants in Anne's Workshops

I have been surprised and pleased by the power of the healing my wife and I have both

experienced through Constellation work. It approaches personal healing from a direction thatno other method I know can duplicate. I routinely encourage those I am helping to heal, toparticipate in Constellation workshops as well. It is like a healing multiplier!--Pastor Brian Eastman, OurChaplain.com/Revelation Spiritual Church

Through constellation work, the oppressive cycle of pain that has been carried forward through

the generations of my family has been broken. In a short time, the work has freed up thelimiting energy that had bound me to this suffering, freeing me mentally, emotionally andspiritually, allowing me to effortlessly be the authentic person I had been trying relentlessly foryears to become.

--Lia

Little Pocket Poetry

LittlePocketPoetry.org

presents

"The Writer's Body of Work"

A series of six daylong BODY/WRITING Workshops for 2012

Workshop One: PRESENCE

9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Saturday January 28, 2012

Mount Notre Dame Spirituality Center

Large Meeting Room with Lots of Windows and Wonderful View

701 East Columbia Avenue

Cincinnati (Reading) Ohio 45215

COST: $85 *

Committed to revising their lives, Susan Glassmeyer & Valerie Chronis Bickett,

are poets and teachers passionate about writing and deeply influenced by somatic, psychological and spiritual approaches to well-being including Sensory Awareness, Meditation, The Feldenkrais Method®, Massage, Bio-Psychosynthesis, The Alexander Technique and Constellation Therapy.

ARTICLES AND LETTERS

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- Dance Action supporting Occupy movement: first meeting

- Michael Moore: free Bradley Manning

- online video reports on Occupy Wall St, Oakland, Cincinnati.

First meeting of the Occupy in Motion Collaborative met at Growth in Motion Studio on Sunday, 12/18/2011. Next meeting New Year's Day 2012 at 1:00 p.m., then again on Sunday 1/8 at 2:00 p.m. Join us.

About 30 people from all walks of life with a healthy longing for connection, creativity and change showed up. As we combined energy, movement, ideas, chants, and rhythms, basic dance/ritual/actions emerged. These actions will be taken to various places and events, both large and small. Dance action frameworks for connecting people to each other and with the national Occupy Movement will be further formed, simplified and/or elaborated upon in the next two meetings.

Tools already available such as www.occupycincy.org and google groups can be used. Video footage of the meeting may be edited for YouTube distribution.

Hope that change is possible and a knowing that the current distribution of wealth, privatization of natural resources, and disconnection is untenable drove a heart opening, body connected working process facilitated by Fanchon Shur.

I repeat, join us at the times listed above. You will be welcomed, enlivened, relevant.

Send an e-mail to fanchon@growthinmotion.org to let us know you will be there.

Susan Crew

Susan B. Crew, Ph.D.
Jungian Psychologist
www.numinousity.net

MICHAEL MOORE: Free Bradley Manning !

http://www.bradleymanning.org/

A Man in Tunisia, a Movement on Wall Street, and the Soldier Who Ignited the Fuse ...a letter from Michael Moore

Saturday, December 17th, 2011

Friends,

It's Saturday night and I didn't want the day to end before I sent out this note to you.

One year ago today (December 17th), Mohamed Bouazizi, a man who had a simple produce stand in Tunisia, set himself on fire to protest his government's repression. His singular sacrifice ignited a revolution that toppled Tunisia's dictator and launched revolts in regimes across the Middle East.

Three months ago today, Occupy Wall Street began with a takeover of New York's Zuccotti Park. This movement against the greed of corporate America and its banks -- and the money that now controls most of our democratic institutions -- has quickly spread to hundreds of towns and cities across America. The majority of Americans now agree that a nation where 400 billionaires have more wealth than 160 million Americans combined is not the country they want America to be. The 99% are rising up against the 1% -- and now there is no turning back.

Twenty-four years ago today, U.S. Army Spc. Bradley Manning was born. He has now spent 570 days in a military prison without a trial -- simply because he allegedly blew the whistle on the illegal and immoral war in Iraq. He exposed what the Pentagon and the Bush administration did in creating this evil and he did so by allegedly leaking documents and footage to Wikileaks. Many of these documents dealt not only with Iraq but with how we prop up dictators around the world and how our corporations exploit the poor on this planet. (There were even cables with crazy stuff on them, like one detailing Bush's State Department trying to stop a government minister in another country from holding a screening of 'Fahrenheit 9/11.')

The Wikileaks trove was a fascinating look into how the United States conducts its business -- and clearly those who don't want the world to know how we do things in places like, say, Tunisia, were not happy with Bradley Manning.

Mohamed Bouazizi was being treated poorly by government officials because all he wanted to do was set up a cart and sell fruit and vegetables on the street. But local police kept harassing him and trying to stop him. He, like most Tunisians, knew how corrupt their government was. But when Wikileaks published cables from the U.S. ambassador in Tunis confirming the corruption -- cables that were published just a week or so before Mohamed set himself on fire -- well, that was it for the Tunisian people, and all hell broke loose.

People across the world devoured the information Bradley Manning revealed, and it was used by movements in Egypt, Spain, and eventually Occupy Wall Street to bolster what we already thought was true. Except here were the goods -- the evidence that was needed to prove it all true. And then a democracy movement spread around the globe so fast and so deep -- and in just a year's time! When anyone asks me, "Who started Occupy Wall Street?" sometimes I say "Goldman Sachs" or "Chase" but mostly I just say, "Bradley Manning." It was his courageous action that was the tipping point -- and it was not surprising when the dictator of Tunisia censored all news of the Wikileaks documents Manning had allegedly supplied. But the internet took Manning's gift and spread it throughout Tunisia, a young man set himself on fire and the Arab Spring that led eventually to Zuccotti Park has a young, gay soldier in the United States Army to thank.

And that is why I want to honor Bradley Manning on this, his 24th birthday, and ask the millions of you reading this to join with me in demanding his immediate release. He does not deserve the un-American treatment, including cruel solitary confinement, he's received in over eighteen months of imprisonment. If anything, this young man deserves a friggin' medal. He did what great Americans have always done -- he took a bold stand against injustice and he did it without stopping for a minute to consider the consequences for himself.

The Pentagon and the national security apparatus are hell-bent on setting an example with Bradley Manning. But we as Americans have a right to know what is being done in our name and with our tax dollars. If the government tries to cover up its malfeasance, then it is the duty of each and every one of us, should the situation arise, to drag the truth, kicking and screaming if necessary, into the light of day.

The American flag was lowered in Iraq this past Thursday as our war on them officially came to an end. If anyoneshould be on trial or in the brig right now, it should be those men who lied to the nation in order to start this war -- and in doing so sent nearly 4,500 Americans and hundreds of thousands of Iraqis to their deaths.

But it is not Bush or Rumsfeld or Cheney or Wolfowitz who sit in prison tonight. It is the hero who exposed them. It is Bradley Manning who has lost his freedom and that, in turn, becomes just one more crime being committed in our name.

I know, I know, c'mon Mike -- it's the holiday season, there's presents to buy and parties to go to! And yes, this really is one of my favorite weeks of the year. But in the spirit of the man whose birth will be celebrated next Sunday, please do something, anything, to help this young man who spends his birthday tonight behind bars. I say, enough. Let him go home and spend Christmas with his family. We've done enough violence to the world this decade while claiming to be a country that admires the Prince of Peace. The war is over. And a whole new movement has a lot to thank Bradley Manning for.

Yours,

Michael Moore

OCCUPY Video

Such a well edited video (12 min.), partly filmed in Cincinnati. I'm so proud. Look for my son Erik in the hoodie in the Cinti. segment. Cincinnati is in the last 3rd of the piece but it is all worth watching.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9gfbaGoELs

Peace,

Susan

Susan B. Crew, Ph.D.

Jungian Psychologist

www.numinousity.net

LETTERS

write me your ideas, responses. I'll publish it here. ellen

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SIMON SAYS: book reviews by Anna

In-N-Out Burger: A Behind-the-Counter Look at the Fast-Food Chain That Breaks All the Rules

Stacy Perman

For those familiar with this iconic Californian chain, it will come as no surprise that someone spent considerable effort to research and write this book. In N Out has nothing if not a cult following, and the mystery of how it operates and by whom is well known.

This book does give a unique look into a very unconventional business, in a sea of conventional competitors. In N Out still has the same menu as it did in the 40s, for example, and has never resorted to fillers or freezing- everything, even the fries, are made fresh to order. It has always paid more than any other burger joint, keeping it's employees frequently for a decade or more. Its business model is in keeping with the principles illustrated in the classic text "From Good To Great" in which people matter more than profits.

But what makes the book interesting is the human drama- the family that owns In N Out has had more tragedy than most. This was also the part that was least satisfying to me, because that drama is still unfolding, with potentially major implications for the chain. There is also an unresolved mystery.

But despite this, it is a worthwhile casual read, one that left me very hungry.

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see web page for current listings and times: http://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asp
http://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asp

Hey, what about "Chappy Channukah"? Then there's "Jambo Kwanza!" (joke...ellen)

Merry Christmas

and

Happy New Year

from

Tri-State Treasures

Tri-State Treasures will be taking a break next week to enjoy the holidays with family. I wish you the best for the holidays and the new year.

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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New Ongoing Treasures:

Meantime: Hana Jakrlová [thru Friday 16 March]: An exhibition of black & white "street photography" by Czech photographer Hana Jakrlová made throughout Europe at the turn-of the 21st century, from Iceland to Turkey, Finland to the Ukraine. Curated by William Messer. Free admission. 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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Calendar of Treasures:

Heather Ramsey with the Monika Herzig Trio [Thursday 22 December @ 8pm]: Heather Ramsey, national recording artist & co-founder of Isis of Indiana & the Midwest School of Voice, will join internationally renowned author, composer, arranger & Isis co-founder Dr. Monika Herzig for the Cincinnati release of their holiday collaboration, "Peace Like a River." Tickets are $12. At the Blue Wisp, 318 East 8th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.241.9477, waltb31 at gmail.com &facebook.com/pages/Doc-B-Productions/182941126808?ref=ts&.

Santaland at Holiday in Lights [thru Friday 23 December @ 6-9pm (Sun-Thu) & 6-10pm (Fri-Sat)]: Families will feel the magic as they step into Santaland, surrounded by holiday cheer. Kids will meet a talking Christmas tree, give a "ba-hum-bug" to Scrooge, visit the Holiday Train Depot, see the new Holiday Elf Show (Mon-Thu only) & take a photo on Santa's lap. Dickens Carolers will fill the air with holiday music (Fri-Sun only). Kids 2-12 can play on the Sharon Centre's indoor Adventure Station. Nature's Niche Gifts & Books will be open with holiday gifts. Sweet treats & warm drinks. Free admission. Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10 annual; $3 daily) needed for entry. At Sharon Centre, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, Cincinnati, OH 45241. More info at 513.521.7275 & GreatParks.org.

White Christmas [thru Friday 23 December]: Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs & a book by David Ives & Paul Blake. A couple veterans enjoy a successful song-&-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the 2 follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge. The dazzling score features well known standards including Blue Skies, Happy, Snow & White Christmas. Tickets: $23 (adults), $20 (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.

Abraham Lincoln's Big Gay Dance Party [Thursdays-Saturdays thru 24 December @ 8pm]: Ms. Harmony Green's 4th grade class presents a new take on their traditional Christmas pageant in a rural Illinois town. The production sets off a firestorm of controversy when it calls into question Honest Abe's sexual orientation - based on historical facts. This thought-provoking, laugh-out-loud funny, & uniquely American story unfolds, offering surprises at every turn. Tickets are $15-18. At Know Theatre of Cincinnati, 1120 Jackson Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info & tix at 513.300.5669 & knowtheatre.com.

Hallelujah Handel Series on WGUC [Sunday 25 December @ 9-10pm]: Cincinnati Opera & 90.9 WGUC will present an encore presentation of "Hallelujah Handel," a 4-part radio series hosted by Evans Mirageas, Artistic Director of Cincinnati Opera. The series, broadcast over 4 Sunday evenings in December, will explore the life & work of composer George Frideric Handel. Each program highlights a different facet of Handel's musical development: his apprentice years in Rome; his artistic life in London with legendary singers; his artistic & personal friendships with the royal family; the music he created. The remaining parts include:
Part IV: The Messiah Phenomenon [Sun 25 Dec @ 9pm]
Listen to the series on 90.9 WGUC (90.9 FM or at wguc.org). More info at cincinnatiopera.org & wguc.org.

Kennedy Heights Art Center Winter Break Art Camps [December 27, 28, 29 @ 9:30am-2:30pm]: Single day camps with different themes each day for youth ages 5-14. Tuition is $25 each day. Child-care provided from 2:30-5pm for $5 more. At Kennedy Heights Art Center, 6546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info at 513.631.4278, info at kennedyarts.org & kennedyarts.org.
<> How to Make Your Own Dragon [Tue 27 Dec]: Are you a How to Train Your Dragon fan? Young Vikings will create 3-D papier-mâché dragons as wild & wacky as their imagination. Night Fury will have nothing on your dragon. Instructor: Kelly Langdon. Ages 5-12.
<> Elf Tales From Around the World [Wed 28 Dec]: Take the stage to explore holiday tales from cultures around the world & learn acting techniques to perform the stories in skits. Instructor: Bet Stewart, Intuition Theatre. Ages 5-12.
<> Making Creative Calendars for 2012 [Thu 29 Dec]: Create a personalized 12 month calendar for the 2012 year. Learn to design each month with a special theme plus create cool images for birthdays, holidays, moon phases & other special events. Instructor: Kim Watling. Ages 9-14.

Solo Piano Recital by David Mamedov [Friday 30 December @ 7:30pm]: Enjoy an afternoon of wonderful classical music: Bach - French Suite No. 2 in C minor; Haydn - Sonata No. 23 in F major; Liszt - Mazurka Brillante S. 221 & Zyczenie (The Maiden's Wish); Prokofiev - Sonata No. 3 in A minor. David Mamedov is an award-winning musician who has finished his 1st semester at the Mannes School of Music in New York City. He returns to Cincinnati for his Annual Recital, & is excited to share his latest repertoire with all of you. At Ascension Lutheran Church, 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery, OH 45242. More info at maria-170 at hotmail.com.

A Winter Art Show [thru Saturday 31 December]: An art exhibit featuring original & print works by local & regional artists with seasonal & holiday themes. Free. Sponsored by Row House Gallery & Custom Framing in Milford, OH. At River Hills Christian Church, 6300 Price Road, Loveland, OH. More info at 513.831.7230 & rowhouse.com.

Holiday in Lights [thru Saturday 31 December @ 6-9pm (Sun-Thu) & 6-10pm (Fri-Sat)]: The magic & wonder of the season brought together thru thousands of twinkling lights & holiday cheer. Enjoy a mile of festive light displays that wind thru wooded hills, all from the warmth of your car. Tune to Warm 98 radio FM for holiday music. $12 per car; $45 for buses or vans with more than 15 passengers. Park Vehicle Permit is NOT required. At Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road (Route 42), Sharonville, OH. More info including $2 discount at 513.769.0393 & holidayinlights.com & GreatParks.org.

Family New Year's Eve Nature Celebration [Saturday 31 December @ 6pm; ball drop @ 9pm]: Kids & parents can gather at Woodland Mound Seasongood Nature Center for fun & to welcome the New Year before everyone else. The celebration will be filled with crafts & activities for the kids. Special guests will include magician Phil Dalton, live animals & balloon sculptures. The highlight will be a special ball drop at 9pm to ring in the New Year, with sparkling grape juice toast & live music by the Boylan Family Band. Kids & adults will get goodie bags. This family-friendly event is ideal for kids ages 2-12; cost is $4 per person. Register by Tuesday 27 December; space is limited. Hamilton County Park Vehicle permit ($10 annual; $3 daily) is required to enter the parks. At Woodland Mound Seasongood Nature Center, 8250 Old Kellogg Road, Anderson Township, Cincinnati, OH 45255. More info & registration at 513.521.7275 & GreatParks.org.

Light Source: Guild Members & Friends Holiday Show [thru Saturday 31 December]: Kennedy Guild members & other invited artists present illuminating artwork inspired by light & more in the upcoming holiday show. The exhibition includes new work by juried painters & photographers, plus jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, fiber, wood & glass works. The gift shop includes more handmade treasures perfect for gifts. At Kennedy Heights Arts Center, 6546 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45213. More info at 513.631.4278 & kennedyarts.org.

French Conversation Group [Monday 2 January @ 6:30-8pm]: Enjoy a cup of coffee from all over the world while speaking French with a nice group of francophones. The group meets on the 1st Monday of each month, same time, same place. Sponsored by Alliance Francaise de Cincinnati; organized is Maria. All levels are welcome. No registration. At Coffee Please, 6930 Miami Avenue, Madeira, Cincinnati, OH 45243. More info at 513.293.2948 & afschool at france-cincinnati.com.

Charles Dickens-A Christmas Carol & Other Classics on View at the Main Library [thru Monday 2 January]: An exhibit featuring the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County's collection of Charles Dickens' 1st & early editions. Free. In the Joseph S. Stern, Jr. Cincinnati Room, Main Library, 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.369.6900 & CincinnatiLibrary.org.

Hamilton County Park District Winter Hike Series [Saturdays 7 January – 4 February @ 10am; register by Tuesday 20 December]: Challenging hikes along beautiful trails in 5 parks on consecutive Saturdays. Each hike will be four 5.5 miles of nature trails with a hot bowl of soup & beverages afterwards.
    Sat 07 Jan: Winton Woods - Bean soup with cornbread
    Sat 14 Jan: Sharon Woods - Chicken noodle soup
    Sat 21 Jan: Miami Whitewater Forest - Chili soup & crackers
    Sat 28 Jan: Woodland Mound - Chicken & wild rice soup
    Sat 04 Feb: Shawnee Lookout - Vegetable beef & barley soup
Register at GreatParks.org by Tuesday 20 December. $5 per person, per hike; kids under 13 hike for free with registered adult. Space is limited. No pets or drop-ins. Valid Park Permit ($10 annual; $3 daily) required to enter parks. More info at 513.521.7275 & GreatParks.org.

A Cincinnati Christmas Carol: Behind the Scenes of Cincinnati's Favorite Holiday Theatre Tradition [thru Sunday 8 January]: Take a behind-the-scenes peek at Scrooge, Tiny Tim & the rest of your favorite characters. Presented in partnership with Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, the exhibit includes costumes, props, set designs, photos & much more. Free. In the Atrium, Main Library, 800 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.369.6900 &CincinnatiLibrary.org.

Growing Up at Farm Kid [Monday-Wednesday 9-11 January @ 9:30-11:00am]: What's it like tending to crops & taking care of the animals? How do farmers do it in the winter? Growing Up a Farm Kid is a great opportunity for preschoolers. Preschoolers accompanied by an adult may interact on the farm with crafts, visiting the farm animals, playing games, singing songs & reading stories. Kids will learn how the farm animals, the crops and people find protection from the cold to enjoy the winter weather. Camp themes: Downy Duck on Mon 9 Jan. Wooly Sheep on Tue 10 Jan. Patient Seeds on Wed 11 Jan. $12.50 per day/per child or $30 for all 3 days/per child; one adult is complimentary. Registration required by Thu 5 Jan. At Parky's Farm, Winton Woods, 10073 Daly Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231. Hamilton County Park Vehicle Permit required ($10 annual; $3 daily). More info & registration at 513.521.3276x100 & GreatParks.org.

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Ongoing Treasures:

2nd Annual Manifest Exhibit of Works by Professors & Current or Former Students [thru Friday 13 January]: The relationship between art students & their professors can be powerful. All of us who have been students carry forward our professors' legacy in one form or another. And professors know the potency of studenthood. Refreshments served. 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.

Marta Hewett Gallery - "Devotion to Detail" [thru Saturday 14 January]: A combined show featuring multi-media works by 3 newly represented artists - Lyndsey Fryman, Raymond Papka & Eric Standley. Working in paper, ceramics & encaustic with found objects, each artist displays a commitment to deliberate decision making within the creation of their works. Although the 3 artists use different materials, they share a fondness for lush surface & rich detail. Free. At 1310 Pendleton Art Center-Annex, Cincinnati, OH 45202. More info at 513.271.2780, marta at martahewett.com & martahewett.com.

Numbered Nine [thru Monday 30 January]: A show of 9 local artists: Donna Bross- pastels & acrylics; Marianne Burke - contemporary art; Paula Cole - stained glass; Sue Friedmann - oil paintings; Rick Hoffman - pottery; Meg Jung - calligraphic art; Catherine Logsdon - acrylic paintings; Deby Raymond - mixed media; Donald Seither - oil paintings. Wine & cheese. Exhibit runs . At the Frances Kathryn Carlisle Gallery, Notre Dame Academy, 1699 Hilton Drive, Park Hills, KY. More info at mburke at fuse.net.

Alexander Technique Weekly Open Practice [Sundays @ 3:45-4:30pm]: For all Alexander Technique teachers, students & the curious. Led by Ellen Bierhorst. Free. At the Lloyd House, 3901 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220. More info at lloydhouse.com & facebook.com/EllenUp.

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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Virtual Salon Solstice 12/22/11 ~ 12

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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REVIEWS: BOOKS, MOVIES, RESTAURANTS, VIDEOS, TV, WEB

PLEASE SEND ME YOUR REVIEWS!
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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Virtual Salon Solstice 12/22/11 ~ 12

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

LETTERS

REVIEWS: BOOKS, MOVIES, RESTAURANTS, VIDEOS, TV, WEB

PLEASE SEND ME YOUR REVIEWS!======================================

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

see web page for current listings and times: http://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asphttp://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asp

No comments:

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

PLEASE SEND ME YOUR REVIEWS!
======================================

see web page for current listings and times: http://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asp
http://www.esquiretheatre.com/index.asp