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21 Nov 2026 STEPPING STONES: INNOVATIVE PROGRAMMING FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES 11/21/2026 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

STEPPING STONES: INNOVATIVE PROGRAMMING FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

November 21,2026 12:00 PM

Presented by Chris Adams, Executive Director

Get up-to-date on one of our city’s treasured charity organizations founded in 1963, the first of its kind in Southwest Ohio. We’ll learn about its history and mission and how it continues to improve the lives of children, teens and adults with disabilities through life-changing programs. Our speaker will discuss the three core service segments through which the agency operates, explaining the unique role each plays in supporting families and individuals. Stepping Stones is always evolving to meet the needs, and volunteers from the community play a huge role in its success.

The 2026-2027 Scholarship Recipients will be our guests today.

Note: We will be collecting art supplies for Stepping Stones; a list of needed items will be provided.

Board Meeting at 11 am.

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

Program Leadership

Chairperson of the Day:

13 Mar 2027 THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY, DOLLY PARTON’S DREAM 3/13/2027 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY, DOLLY PARTON’S DREAM

March 13, 2027 12:00

Presented by Kristy High, M.Ed., Sr. Specialist –

Community Engagement/Program Manager, Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a national early literacy program that mails free high quality and age-appropriate books each month to children from birth to age five. This program has planting the seeds for families to build home libraries and foster a lifelong love of reading. In Hamilton County, the program is supported locally through community partners to ensure that more children have access to books and early literacy support right at home. This program is College Club’s endowment project this year.

Board Meeting, 11 AM.

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

The slate of officers will be announced,followed by nominations from the floor,then

election and introduction of officers.

15 May 2027 WHEN SHAKESPHERE RODE INTO TOWN 5/15/2027 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

WHEN SHAKESPEARE RODE INTO TOWN

MAY 15, 2027 12:00

Presented by Kevin Grace, former head of UC's Archives &

Rare Books Library

Who knew there were quite a few stories connecting Shakespeare to Cincinnati, from the earliest days of the city’s settlement to the present day? The rich heritage shows how much Cincinnatians loved the Bard over the past 200 years. A few attention-grabbers from historical accounts include: “An actress died on stage just when her character was supposed to die.” “A 70-year old Hamlet thrilled the audience and inspired a Cincinnati landmark.” “A fire broke out in a Cincinnati theater and ‘Hamlet’ left the stage to guide the audience to safety.” Join us for this unique presentation about these amazing connections!

Board Meeting at 11 am.

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

The Club’s past presidents will be honored at this program.

Chairperson of the Day: Paula Steiner

Hospitality: Janet McDaniel

RSS Past Programs

16 May 2026 WWII: OPERATION HOME FRONT 5/16/2026 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

WWII: OPERATION HOME FRONT

Presented by Stephanie Felts and Angel Burnside, The Warbird Museum

12:00

Here’s an opportunity to learn some interesting specifics on how life dramatically changed for U.S. citizens on the home front during World War II. The presenters work at this extraordinary aviation museum, just east of Cincinnati, with its fully restored and operational aircraft collection. www.tri-statewarbirdmuseum.org.

Carole Rauf Chairperson of the Day

Diane Kasarda Hospitality

Board Meeting, 11 am

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

Menu: Brunch Buffett with spinach and cheese quiche,

ham and Gruyère cheese quiche,

garden salad,

fruit salad,

breakfast potatoes and

assorted mini muffins.

The Club’s past presidents will be honored at this program.

18 Apr 2026 THE MUSIC OF THE WOMEN OF THE CIVIL WAR 4/18/2026 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

The Music of the Women of the Civil War

presented by Steve and Lisa Ball

12:00

Steve Ball is a musician from Columbus, OH who specializes in the music of the American Civil War as well as the life of Stephen Foster. His wife Lisa is also a musician who will lend her vocal talents as well as her upright bass to this performance. Don’t miss this unique occasion to hear the music influenced, composed or performed by the women of this era. www.steveballcivilwarmusic.com

Nancy Cavanaugh Chairperson of the Day

Irene Diesel Hospitality

This Spring Luncheon will be held in the Tea Room at noon followed by the performance in the Auditorium.

Menu:

Fried chicken strip salad with craisins, toasted pecans, sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, honey mustard dressing.

Blueberry pie

Our honorary and 50-year members will be recognized at this program.

21 Mar 2026 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) : A FRIENDLY, NON-TECHNICAL INTRODUCTION FOR CURIOUS MINDS 3/21/2026 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) : A FRIENDLY, NON-TECHNICAL

INTRODUCTION FOR CURIOUS MINDS

Presented by James P. Rauf

12:00

What can AI do for you? It’s definitely all around us – from voice assistants like SIRI and Alexa to Netflix recommendations and ChatGPT.

The presenter will describe, in simple terms, how AI works and how it affects our lives.

Carole Rauf Chairperson of the Day

Donna Perzigian Hospitality

Board Meeting, 11 am

Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon.

Menu: Crepes filled with tavern ham, cheese, mushrooms

with a side sala

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Lifelong Learning

A wide range of carefully selected, thought-provoking programs stimulate the mind and inspire the soul of College Club members. A typical year includes programs focusing on local and national current events, history, culture, dance and musical performances – and a hilarious show featuring the club’s own thespians.

Luncheon Meetings

Delicious chef-prepared luncheons precede every College Club program, served on elegant table settings with linens and china plates. Table centerpieces creatively fashioned by College Club members – often with a seasonal theme – add a gracious touch.

Scholarships

Since the College Club’s creation more than 100 years ago, its members have cherished the role of higher education in their lives. Club members continue to give back to the next generation through college scholarships that support their education.

A Proud History

The College Club of Cincinnati was founded in 1892, when female college graduates were rare. The original members committed to organizing as a club for the purposes of fellowship; intellectual and cultural growth; philanthropy; and civic service, which in the early days included assisting settlement houses in the community. In current endeavors, the club remains true to the spirit of its proud tradition.