Childhood Food Solutions Childhood Food Solutions Presented by Tony Fairhead, Executive Director, and Lisa Hyde-Hill, Board Chair Carolyn Laemmle / 11/16/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 6451 Article rating: No rating It’s been estimated that about half of families living in poverty in Cincinnati don’t have access to sufficient food, especially during periods when children are not in school and don’t receive free or reduced-price meals. Yet, the problem largely remains silent behind closed doors, because parents don’t want to admit they lack adequate resources for such basic needs. Childhood Food Solutions was created to help fill the gap through programs designed to provide food to children in areas of poverty, high-crime and food insecurity in our community. The presenters will describe the results of these efforts and how others can assist. Mrs. Nancy Lu Walters .....Chairman of the Day Ms. Paula Steiner .......Flower Chairman Mrs. Carolyn Ludwig ....Hospitality Chairman Register
Cincinnati Architecture: 1800-1860 Cincinnati Architecture: 1800-1860 Presented by Carolyn Honkomp, Museum Center Heritage Programs Carolyn Laemmle / 10/12/2019 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 6451 Article rating: No rating In the 19th Century, Cincinnati was a dynamic boom town, one of the top ten most populous cities in the United States. Part of that history lives on in buildings that exist today. This program presents a virtual tour of significant structures in the basin and outskirts of Cincinnati, highlighting their architectural styles. The presentation will describe the effects of commerce, European immigration, and cultural influences on the design and utility of structures that created the foundation of our city. Mrs. Mary Russell.... Chairman of the Day Mrs. Cheryl Sieve.... Flower Chairman Register
The Sweet Rewards of Organized Space The Sweet Rewards of Organized Space Presented by Tina Kehl and Susan Ludwig Carolyn Laemmle / 5/11/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8835 Article rating: No rating An organized, clean space provides a great sense of internal pride and a sense of control that is gratifying. Most of us have that space or room we just aren’t happy with, and we can’t wrap our minds around how to approach it… so we just keep the door shut. If you are finally fed up and want to fix it, where do you start? Just in time for spring cleaning, this presentation will include ideas for downsizing and minimizing your estate while helping you to determine which of the many philosophies and systems available is right for you. Mrs. Carolyn Laemmle………………….Chairman of the Day Register
Tour of the Universe: You Are Here Tour of the Universe: You Are Here Presented by Dean Regas Carolyn Laemmle / 3/23/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8313 Article rating: No rating Rocket through space and sail among billions of stars and galaxies. Utilizing some amazing simulation software, astronomer and co-host of PBS’ Star Gazers, Dean Regas, will guide you through the mind-boggling scale of the universe. Along the way you’ll stop at the Moon and individual planets. Then you’ll make the jump to light speed and head to interstellar space and see all the galaxies in the universe. Don’t worry, he’ll have you back home in time for dinner. After the talk Dean will sign and sell his books “Facts From Space” and “100 Things to See in the Night Sky.” Ms. Cindy Browne ………………………Chairman of the Day Register
Harriet Beecher Stowe: Freedom Seeker of Cincinnati Harriet Beecher Stowe: Freedom Seeker of Cincinnati Presented by Christine Hartlieb, Executive Director Nancy Cavanaugh / 2/23/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8124 Article rating: No rating This interactive presentation focuses on the life events and experiences that Harriet Beecher Stowe faced during the 18 years she lived in Cincinnati and how these experiences enabled her to write an impactful anti-slavery novel. Stowe House Executive Director Christine Hartlieb also will discuss the history of the house after the Beechers left and its ties to African American experiences in the 20th century. Mrs. Nancy Cavanaugh…………………………………………Chairman of the Day Register
Beginning Again: Ohio Justice and Policy Center Beginning Again: Ohio Justice and Policy Center Presented by Tyra Patterson Janet McDaniel / 1/26/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8530 Article rating: 2.0 Hear the compelling story of an 11-year-old child who was unjustly incarcerated for 23 years and rebounded to become a contributing member of society during this College Club program featuring the subject of the story herself: Tyra Patterson. Having earned her GED and studied to become a paralegal, Tyra was exonerated in January, 2017, and reoriented herself into our community. Upon meeting Tyra, you will be amazed at the resiliency of the human spirit as displayed by this delightful and energetic young woman. Dr. Janet McDaniel…………………………………………………Chairman of the Day Register
Contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen to World War II Contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen to World War II A squadron in the US Army Air Corps Carolyn Laemmle / 11/10/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8134 Article rating: No rating The Tuskegee Airmen were an all-black squadron who served as the first military aviators in the US army Air Corps (AAC), a precursor of the US Air Force. Trained at the Tuskegee Army Field in Alabama, they flew more than 15,000 individual sorties in Europe and North Africa during WWII. Their impressive performance earned them more than 150 Distinguished Flying Crosses and helped encourage the eventual integration of the US Armed Forces. Mrs. Carol Kortecamp…………………………………………………Chairman of the Day Register
Taking a School Garden to New Heights: How a Rooftop Garden Helped Transform an Urban Elementary School Taking a School Garden to New Heights: How a Rooftop Garden Helped Transform an Urban Elementary School Presented by Bryna Bass, MEd Glenna Baumbaugh / 10/13/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 9395 Article rating: 4.3 From the ground level, Rothenberg Preparatory Academy in Over-the-Rhine seems surrounded by a dense forest of brick and concrete surfaces. Yet, a bird’s eye view reveals that ornamental flowers, fruits and vegetables flourish on the roof of this historic elementary school building, serving as a source of beauty and learning for students. The program will discuss the inspiration, design, and creation of the garden and its curricular connections, with participants discovering how the garden both enriches academic programming and enhances the unique urban community of Over-The-Rhine. Ms. Mary Ronan……………………………..……………Chairman of the Day Register
Imago – Enright Ridge Urban Village Imago – Enright Ridge Urban Village Presented by Mr. Jim Schenk Glenna Baumbaugh / 5/12/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 11450 Article rating: No rating Enright Ridge Urban Ecovillage is a community of people fostering a sustainable urban neighborhood that promotes social and economic well-being while contributing to the preservation of our planet. You can find friendly neighbors who have regular pot-luck dinners, raise goats and chickens, participate in a food co-op and neighborhood greenhouse. There are only a few such communities in the country and it is 5 minutes from downtown Cincinnati! Nancy Cavanaugh Chairman of the Day Register
(Postponed) All Aboard the Orphan Train! (Postponed) All Aboard the Orphan Train! Presented by Cindy Lawyer Glenna Baumbaugh / 3/24/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 8715 Article rating: No rating Cindy Lawyer is a retired history elementary teacher from Zanesville, Ohio, who will spark your interest about an historical event she stumbled upon while reading the picture book, Train to Somewhere by Eve Bunting. Enjoy a Power Point presentation with historical pictures, while learning about the mass migration of over 200,000 children who were moved from major cities to new families in the West. You will hear information about one of the largest social experiments from our country’s history, not found in school textbooks. Glenna Baumbaugh Chairman of the Day Register
Enjoying Life Long Learning through OLLI Enjoying Life Long Learning through OLLI PRESENTED BY KATHY WOMER AND DOUG MACCURDY Carolyn Laemmle / 2/24/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 9010 Article rating: No rating The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, known as OLLI, at the University of Cincinnati, is a popular educational program that adds much spice to life. It is geared to mature adults (age 50+) and its classes are held at several convenient locations around Greater Cincinnati, all with free parking. The quarterly catalog for OLLI spells out the course offerings, from 8-week seminars to one-time lectures. Topics numbering in the 100s, year-to-year, vary widely; from traditional subjects (art, literature, music, or philosophy) to the practical (how to use your I-pad, decluttering or elder law). Best of all, OLLI brings interesting people together in a stress-free environment, at an affordable cost - with no tests, no grades, and in almost all cases, no homework. Cynthia Browne Chairman of the Day Register
Caroline Williams’ “Spot in Cincinnati” Caroline Williams’ “Spot in Cincinnati” Presented by Carolyn Honkamp Mark Buelsing / 1/27/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 17436 Article rating: No rating Caroline Williams shared her wonderful talent and love of Cincinnati for nearly five decades. “A Spot in Cincinnati” was a much-anticipated regular feature in the Cincinnati Enquirer. Her sketches of landmarks and locations throughout Cincinnati will be shared and discussed. Carole Rauf Chairman of the Day Register
Discovering the Joseph House of Cincinnati Discovering the Joseph House of Cincinnati Presented by Alicia Harter Janet McDaniel / 11/11/2017 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 9323 Article rating: 5.0 The mission of Joseph House, Inc. is to meet the needs of the homeless veterans suffering from addiction within our community and provide them the support they need to maintain a life-long commitment to recovery and to thrive in the community. One of the goals for this year is to participate in philanthropic endeavors. The first of these will be a project benefitting the residents of the Joseph House. All members are invited to participate. We will be collecting small toiletries, socks, treats, etc. The members of College Club will gather to package gift bags of socks and toiletries to present to the clients of Joseph House during the anticipated holiday season. Members are asked to meet at 10:30 a.m. to complete and assemble the bags for residents of the Joseph House. These will be given to the speaker, Ms. Alicia Harter from Joseph House, for distribution. Janet McDaniel Chairman of the Day Register
One Way Farm One Way Farm PRESENTED BY MS. BARBARA CONDO Janet McDaniel / 10/14/2017 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 9099 Article rating: No rating The mission of One Way Farm, which was organized in 1976, is to provide a warm, secure and loving environment to children, ages 6 – 18, who have been abused, neglected, and abandoned. Safe and independent housing is provided for these residents as well as medical treatment and educational services. Twenty boys and twenty girls are housed in two separate shelters. They are supported as they strive to build an independent and productive life. Purpose: To stop the cycle of child abuse and provide a loving environment for children to grow in mind, spirit and body. To develop an educational system to further the potential of all children without regard to race, color or national origin. Ann Hanson Chairman of the Day Register
Queen City Chamber Opera Queen City Chamber Opera Directed by Dr. Isaac Selya Nancy Cavanaugh / 5/20/2017 12:00 PM 0 10136 Article rating: 5.0 Queen City Chamber Opera was founded by Dr. Isaac Selya in 2012 to advance the careers of emerging opera artists by giving them valuable professional engagements in fully staged productions with a full orchestra. QCCO performers have been able to continue their careers with many famous opera companies around the country. You will be happily entertained by Isaac and several of his performers. Menu: Soup, salad, and casserole. Mrs. Cora Hillman Chairman of the Day Register
Collectively Speaking Collectively Speaking Presented by Mrs. Kaye Browning Nancy Cavanaugh / 1/28/2017 12:00 PM 0 9322 Article rating: No rating Mrs. Kaye Browning is the curator and owner of the Kathleen Savage Browning Miniatures Collection at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center in Maysville, Kentucky. It is one of the most extensive assemblages of one-twelfth-scale miniatures in the world. Kaye will share her philosophy of collecting and also present special pieces from the gallery. Menu: Tortellini (veggie and cheese), bread and herbed butter, strawberry shortcake. Ann Hanson Chairman of the Day Read more
Politics and Elections--The Crazy Politics of 2016--Where Are We? Politics and Elections--The Crazy Politics of 2016--Where Are We? Presented by Albert Tuchfarber, PhD Nancy Cavanaugh / 10/15/2016 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 7487 Article rating: No rating Words matter! Debates, commentary, analysis, and commercials have bombarded us for nearly fifteen months. However, the complexities of this election season remain. In an analysis unlikely to be matched on CNN, Fox News – or even the Cincinnati Enquirer – University of Cincinnati Professor Emeritus of Political Science Albert Tuchfarber, PhD, shared insights and observations on the 2016 presidential race during a presentation. The forces behind the election have been decades in the making, according to Dr. Tuchfarber, the product of the end of the post World War II boom and the slowdown in economic and population growth and middle class prosperity that followed. He described the current state of national and global identity as a period of “transition” in which large majorities of the electorate are dissatisfied with the direction of the United States and traditional political party alliances have shifted. What does the future hold? Dr. Tuchfarber predicts a mixed bag, with one clear bright spot: The United States will remain dominant on the world stage at least until the 2050s. Menu: Trio salads, fruit, fudge nut ball Kathie Turin Chairman of the Day Read more
SPRING BIRDS in YOUR GARDEN SPRING BIRDS in YOUR GARDEN PRESENTED BY BRETT GILMORE Glenna Baumbaugh / 5/14/2016 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 7137 Article rating: No rating Did you know that we will be closing this year on International Migratory Bird Day? Before we fly away to various locations and summer adventures, include College Club in your plans. Since May is the peak of the birding season in Cincinnati, birds will be the stars of the program. With over 30 years of experience dedicated to providing high quality bird feeding supplies, Mr. Gilmore, owner of Wild Birds, Unlimited, will discuss how to attract a variety of color and song to our yards. Backyard birding is a relaxing, exciting and educational hobby. Chairman of the Day Carolyn Clodfelter Read more
WOODEN SHOE HOLLOW WOODEN SHOE HOLLOW PRESENTED BY JAY KATHMAN Glenna Baumbaugh / 3/12/2016 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 10544 Article rating: 5.0 German immigrants in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century settled in the fertile Mill Creek Valley. They wore wooden shoes in their gardens and present a fascinating story of hard work and musical Saturday Nights. Wooden Shoe Hollow, a historical novel by Charlotte Pieper, describes their lives. Learn more about these little known settlers and their story. Chairman of the Day Gretchen Thomas Read more
IMPRESSIONS OF EGYPT IMPRESSIONS OF EGYPT PRESENTED BY TONY & DONNA PERZIGIAN Janet McDaniel / 1/23/2016 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 7663 Article rating: No rating The Perzigians will describe their experiences living in Egypt from December 2010 until June of 2014. When they departed from Cincinnati, they expected to encounter many adventures, but they did not expect to be present for the historic event of the Arab spring. Their presentation will highlight their everyday life as well as the revolutionary political events. Chairman of the Day: Diane Sakmyster Read more