A Look at the Macabre A Look at the Macabre Presented by: Diane M. Shields, Historian Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 10/11/2014 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 16565 Article rating: No rating What better time than October to take a look at why we are so fascinated with strange happenings that can indeed border on frightening, gruesome, and mysterious. After all, Halloween is devoted to ghouls, specters, vampires and demons! During this program, we will examine some real-life situations that frighten us and yet intrigue us! And then a little tongue in cheek at how literature and entertainment pull us in even deeper. Miss Gail Ann Furthman…………..….……..………………………………Chairman of the Day Read more
Face To Face With C. F. Payne Presented by Chris Payne, Artist-Illustrator Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 2/28/2015 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 14679 Article rating: No rating C.F. Payne is an artist-illustrator whose artwork has graced the covers of Time Magazine, Reader’s Digest, Sports Illustrated, The New York Times Book Review and more. He has been commissioned by paint countless politicians, authors and entertainers. He has illustrated ten children’s picture books, including The Remarkable Farkle McBride and Micawber by John Lithgow. His artwork had been exhibited at numerous museums and college and university galleries. He painted the mural on the Music Hall parking garage of some of the famous people who have graced the city. Come and hear from this remarkable professional! Miss Cheryl Anne Sallwasser………..…………..…………………………..Chairman of the Day Read more
QUEEN CITY NOTORIOUS PRESENTED BY J.T. TOWNSEND Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 10/10/2015 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 16257 Article rating: No rating J.T. Townsend is a freelance writer and lifelong resident of Cincinnati. He is the author of regional bestsellers, Queen City Gothic and Queen City Notorious. He is also the former true crime historian for Snitch Magazine and his work has appeared in the Cincinnati Enquirer, Word Magazine and Clews. In this intriguing program, Townsend delves beyond the tabloid headlines and exposes the sinful motivations of memorable villains. Chairman of the Day: Mrs. Sue Eades Read more
WOODEN SHOE HOLLOW WOODEN SHOE HOLLOW PRESENTED BY JAY KATHMAN Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 3/12/2016 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 18003 Article rating: 4.0 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
(Postponed) All Aboard the Orphan Train! (Postponed) All Aboard the Orphan Train! Presented by Cindy Lawyer Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 3/24/2018 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 14963 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
BOOKED FOR THE FUTURE BOOKED FOR THE FUTURE Presented by Audrey Bullar, Master Bookseller, Joseph Beth Booksellers Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 5/15/2021 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 12297 Article rating: No rating Audrey Bullar will be sharing a variety of books with us that are sure to grab our attention. For so many of us, books have served as a comforting tether throughout the Covid pandemic. We’ll hear about the adjustments and creative ideas the bookstore adopted during this challenging time. EVENT TO BE HELD AT Maketewah Country Club 5401 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45237 Chairperson of the Day: Cindy Browne Flower Chair: Irene Hofmann Hostess: Paula Spitzmiller Register For Lunch & Program Read more
THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY, DOLLY PARTON’S DREAM THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY, DOLLY PARTON’S DREAM Presented by Kristy High, M.Ed., Sr. Specialist – Community Engagement/Program Manager, Children’s Hospital Medical Center Janet McDaniel / 3/13/2027 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 0 692 Article rating: No rating 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. Program Leadership Chairperson of the Day: Janet McDaniel Hospitality: Carol Buchold Menu Chicken Ala King with egg noodles, salad Carrot Cake Read more
WHEN SHAKESPHERE RODE INTO TOWN WHEN SHAKESPHERE RODE INTO TOWN Presented by Kevin Grace, former head of UC's Archives and Rare Books Library Paula Steiner / 5/15/2027 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 0 455 Article rating: No rating 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 Menu Fruit Plate with egg or chicken salad Brownie with fudge sauce Read more