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1) Next Week and
Other Future Events
- beehive
co-op NOW OPEN
- Cincinnata
Yoga School
- Yogic
Retreat in Costa Rica - February 21 to March 1, 2009
- Introduction
to Yoga - Saturday, January 10 at 10:00 am
- Announcements
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Kennedy Heights Arts Center
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Holiday Treasures
Art Show - November 15 to December 20
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Art Class - Winter
Session
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Winter Break Art
Camp - Tuesday, December 30 form 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
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Holiday Shopping
at the Guild Art Shop
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Pleasant Ridge Branch Library Weekly Updates
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Connie Ferguson
Holiday Dance Show - Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 pm
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Close knit circle,
for needlecrafters of all types and levels - Saturday, December 20 at
2:00 pm
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Donate $1 - Build
an elevator, become accessible to the handicapped
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Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church
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PRPC Pageant -
Sunday December 21 at 5:00 pm
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Candlelight/Communion
Service - Sunday, December 21 at 7:00 pm
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Candlelight
service - Sunday, December 21 at 11:00 pm
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Pleasant Ridge Montessori
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Purchase a
Commemorative Brick By 12/31/2008 (Extended Date)
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Tutors Needed
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Tours
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The Pea Pod Cafe
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Blue Jordan
Records Holiday Bash & 12th Birthday Party - Friday, December 19th
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Organic Omelette
and Fair Trade Espresso Bar - Saturday, December 20 from 10:00 am to
1:00 pm
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Farmers Market -
Saturday, December 20th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Serenity and Bobby
Fisher (Pianist and Guitarist) - Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 pm
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Art
2) Pleasant Ridge Community Council (PRCC)
- Next
Monthly meeting will be Tuesday, January 2 at 7:00 pm
- Hilton
Davis - Your help is needed
- See
the Nutcracker and help your neighborhood.
- Newsletter
Submissions are due by Thursdays at 9:00 pm
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1)
Next Week and Other Future Events
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beehive co-op
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Holiday Market. Featuring local designers and
artisans.
Open Monday - Saturday from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
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Cincinnati Yoga School
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Please join us! http://www.cincyoga.com/classsched.html
Upcoming
Events:
Yoga
in Paradise
The Cincinnati Yoga School and the Morgan Family (of Morgan's
Canoes) are hosting a yogic retreat in Costa Rican paradise. The
retreat is for anyone seeking a voyage, whether it be for a potentially
life-changing experience or a simple winter getaway. Families are
welcome. No one is required to attend yoga, or any activity for
that matter.
Jutting out
into the Pacific Ocean is Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, one of nature's
last frontiers and home of Corcovado National Park, the largest virgin
Pacific rain forest and the most important biological preserve in the
Americas. Morgan's Jungle Lodge is located on the Osa Peninsula, only
15 to 20 minutes from the Osa's only town of Puerto Jimenez. For more
details, visit www.morgansjunglelodge.com.
Dates:
February 21 through March 1, 2009
Yoga Options: Vinyasa Flow, Yin, Astanga and Taoist Yoga, Partner
Yoga, Thai Yoga Massage, Pranayama (breath work), many forms of
meditation, Tai Chi, Vision Walk, Shamanic Intention Setting, Laughter
Yoga, and Yoga Nidra (yogic siesta / napping).
Other activity options include:
- Sustainable
Living workshops
- Swimming,
snorkeling, SCUBA diving
- Cultural
events
- Salsa
dancing (free lessons)
- Hiking
- Kayaking,
including guided river and sea tours
- Rainforest
horse-back riding tour
- Deep-sea
fishing
- Canopy
zipline tour and tree repelling
- Chocolate
farm tour (Finca Kobo)
- And
many more!
$2450 per individual
$4750 per couple (save $150)
$7050 family of 3 (save $300)
This includes flights, all yoga workshops, a big load of great
activities, great vegetarian (and non-vegetarian) meals, and beach
paradise lodging! Payments can be made in installments to be paid
in-full by January 20, 2009.
For more details or to register for the retreat, email will@cincyoga.com or
call (513) 247-YOGA (9642).
Have you been thinking about trying yoga but just can't
seem to get there? Join Laura M. Duran, RYT-200, at the Pleasant
Ridge Library on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 10:00 am for a free
Introduction to Yoga session. Try some easy and relaxing yoga
stretches and launch your yoga practice. Laura teaches beginner
classes every Monday and Thursday morning, a great start to the day for
anyone who has some free time while the family is at work or
school. New students are welcome to join at any time.
You may call the library at (513) 369-4488 to reserve a
spot (optional), and come wearing loose, comfortable clothing.
Announcements
The regular faculty will be on vacation from Monday, December 22nd,
through Sunday, January 4th. Regular Monday, Tuesday, and
Saturday classes at the Pleasant Ridge location (aka, the yoga temple)
will be offered during the vacation on a donation and/or discounted
basis by the current yoga teachers in training or Will. Regular
classes will resume on Monday, January 5th. Please call the
school at (513) 247-YOGA (9642) for more details.
The Hot Yoga class scheduled on Monday nights at 6:00 p.m.
is postponed until further notice.
The next New Beginners series begins on Tuesday, January
6th, at 7:30 p.m. Pre-register for this course by calling (513)
247-YOGA (9642).
Interested in becoming a yoga instructor? Teacher
training and certification is available at the Cincinnati Yoga School.
Contact Will at will@cincyoga.com
or (513) 247-YOGA (9642).
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Kennedy Heights Arts Center
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HOLIDAY TREASURES ART SHOW
November 15 - December 20, 2008
One-of-a-kind handmade treasures created by local artists are the focus
of the Kennedy Guild's annual show at the Kennedy Heights Arts
Center. The exhibition includes new work by our juried
painters and photographers, as well as jewelry, ceramic works, fiber
creations, mosaics and sculpture.
A Giving Tree will display ornaments fashioned just for this occasion
by the artists. Proceeds from their sale will benefit the
children's arts programs at Kennedy Heights Arts Center.
An opening reception will be on Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 6-8 pm
and will feature light refreshments, beverages and live music by
harpist Linda Greiser. All are invited free of charge.
Kennedy Heights Arts Center is located at 6546 Montgomery Road in
Cincinnati.
The show runs through December 20, 2008. Gallery hours are
Saturdays 10 am - 4 pm and by appointment. For more information,
call 513-631-4278.
Express Your Creativity in an
Art Class this Winter
Looking for a creative outlet this winter? Take a class at the
Kennedy Heights Arts Center! Our Winter Session will begin the
week of January 20 and run through March 16. There is a class for every
age and ability from art classes for children ages 3-12, to teens
and adults. The offerings this winter will include sculpture,
watercolor, fiber arts, photography, printmaking, acting, puppet
theatre and more. Our instructors earn rave reviews.
A full list of classes, fees and registration information is
attached. Scholarship available. Register early to
ensure your place in class! Please call 631-4278 for more
information.
Get
the Kids Out of the House and Having Fun During Winter Break
Looking for something fun for your child to do when school
is out for winter break? Head on over to the Arts Center on
December 30th for a fun-filled arts camp. Youth grades K - 5 will
create art based on Eric Carle's Dream Snow and Dr. Suess' There's a
Wocket in My Pocket. In addition, a variety of printmaking
techniques will be explored with projects completed to go home.
Bring a sack lunch, wear clothes that can get dirty and get ready for a
wonderful day!
Winter
Break Art Camp
Tuesday, December 30th from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm.
Camp fee is $20 per child. Scholarships
available. To register, print and mail in the attached registration
form with payment or call 631-4278 and have your credit card
handy. Registration must be received by December 19th.
Holiday Shopping the Creative
Way at the Guild Art Shop
Looking for a unique gift for a loved one this holiday
season? Be inspired by fabulous artwork in the Holiday Treasures
exhibition in the galleries or check out what's new in the guild art
shop. You can find handmade, one-of-kind bookmarks, small pots
and ceramic mushrooms, new jewelry, wearable boas, boiled wool purses
and more -- all at reasonable prices! Open Saturdays 10 am - 4 pm
November 29, December 6, 13 and 20. Closed Dec. 27. Not
available on Saturdays? Just give us a call at 631-4278 and we'll
be happy to arrange another time for you to shop.
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Pleasant Ridge Branch Library
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Saturday, December 20, 1:00 p.m. Connie Ferguson
Holiday Dance Show. Jazz, tap, & ballet. For all ages.
Saturday, December 20, 2:00 p.m. Close knit circle, for
needlecrafters of all types and levels. Newcomers always welcome.
Our knitting group has made 28 sets of scarves, hats, and gloves for
needy children in Bond Hill. Thanks to all of them and to Lynn,
who organized the drive.
Through the end of the year, please donate here to the Library Foundation
so we can build an elevator and become accessible to the
handicapped. Our windows are filling up with wheelchair cut-outs,
which we are selling for $1!
The library will be closed on December 24 and December 25. There
are no storytimes on December 23, 30, or 31. Happy Holidays to
all!
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Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church
Pastor: Dr. K. Nicholas Yoda
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Please join us in worship. Hear our new pastor,
Nicholas Yoda, and our great choir.
Sunday, December 21
The PRPC Chancel Choir will present the four movement's of American
composer Stephen Paulus' Four Advent Carols.
Christmas Eve Services
5:00 pm - Family service with pageant
7:00 pm - Candlelight/Communion service in the Chapel
11:00 pm - Candlelight service
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Pleasant Ridge Montessori
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Commemorative Bricks
Personalize a brick and "Set in Stone" your memories for a
lifetime. As a member of the community, you have the opportunity to be
part of this exciting Pleasant Ridge Montessori landmark by making a
contribution and having YOUR name and/or message inscribed on a brick
forever. They make great gifts!! Extended
Deadline: December 31, 2008.
For brick order form, go to
www.supportprm.org/files/BrickOnlineForm_20080131.pdf.
Tutors
Needed!
Daytime tutors needed between 8am-2pm in all subject areas, students
in grades K-8th. Contact Chris Reece at 363-4450,
creece@cincinnatiymca.org.
Interested in what Pleasant Ridge Montessori School and
Community Learning Center has to offer? Set up a tour with
Angie O., Resource Coordinator, #363-4474. Tours schedule for the
school (all tours are on Wed. at 10am): 12/17, 1/14, 1/28, 2/11,
2/25, 3/11, 4/8, and 5/6.
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The Pea Pod Cafe
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Our normal hours are Tuesday thru Saturday - 11am to 4pm
Holiday Hours - we will be closed from December 21st to January 1st to
celebrate the holidays. We'll reopen on January 2.
Blue Jordan Records Holiday
Bash & 12th Birthday Party
Friday, December 19th, 6pm
2008 has been a great year for Blue Jordan, with the release of several
new CD's, the inauguration of a wonderful new House Concert series, the
addition of some new blood, and mostly a bunch of great music.
Help us celebrate the year that was 2008 with a wonderful lineup
(almost the entire lineup) of artists, some holiday cheer, and a
sing-along or two to boot. It's the BLUE JORDAN RECORDS 2008 HOLIDAY
EXTRAVAGANZA (and 12th Birthday Party)!
Performers include:
- Janet Pressley
- David Wolfenberger
- Mike Helm
- Wild Carrot
- Liz Bowater
- Maurice Mattei
- Gwendolyn Speaks
- Sharon Udoh (Lines & Spaces)
- Brandon Dawson
And who knows who else!!
This is sure to be a good time, as the artists will be mixing and
mingling, performing together, and making sure general musical bonhomie
ensues. Bring your rosy cheeks, your holiday cheer, and your voice too,
because we won't let you leave without singing along a little.
Dinner: 6-7pm (not included in price of admission)
Show: 7-9pm
Admission: $5 or 5 cans of food to benefit the Gospel City Mission.
Tickets available at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/50063
(If paying with canned goods or at the door, call 513.258.3931 or email
bluejordan@brandondawson.net to reserve your seat.)
Dinner - including Vegetarian Lasagne for $5.95, as well as the
normal A'la Carte menu. Please RSVP for dinner at: melanie@thepeapodcafe.com.
Oh, and maybe wish Melanie a Happy Birthday!
Organic
Omelette And Fair Trade Espresso Bar
Saturday, December 20th, 10am - 1pm
The amazing Amanda will make an organic omelette for you $5.95 for and
Les from La Terza Coffee will make your a fair trade espresso $2.50 or
cappuccino for $3.50
Farmers
Market
Saturday,
December 20th, 10am to 12pm
Patty and Jim Schwartz of Back Acres will be selling their wares in the
Community Room from 10am until noon. Their animals range freely; so
their chickens, eggs, beef, pork and lamb are high quality food that
can enjoy with your family. They will also be selling cheese, produce
in season (they had potatoes, carrots, onions and peppers last
Saturday) and other home grown or home made goodies. Paradise Found
will also be selling their raw juices and local produce.
Please come support our local farmers.
Music
Saturday, December 20th at 1:00 pm
Serenity
and Bobby Fisher, Pianist and Guitarist
ART
We're currently exhibiting photos from the Kennedy Heights Art Center
summer photography camp in the Community Room and paintings by Rebecca
Weller throughout the cafe.
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2) Pleasant Ridge Community Council (PRCC)
Help Pleasant Ridge Recycle!
Help us win another Mayor's Challenge by getting more households using
green bins in the neighborhood. If you know someone who needs a
bin, help them recycle. Call 242-4401 X 7164 if you know someone
who needs a bin.
For more details see:http://www.pleasantridge.org/live.html
under "Mayor's Challenge"
For more
details on what you can recycle visit http://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/pubsrv/pages/-10147-/.
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Help get Hilton Davis cleaned up ... once and for all !!!
Your help is needed ... please write a letter to the Ohio EPA
The people of Pleasant Ridge have been trying to get the Hilton Davis
site cleaned up since the mid-1980s (see "A Brief History"
below). Much progress has been made, but there is still work that needs
to be done to keep Pleasant Ridge the great neighborhood that it is and
help it to become even better in the future.
For the past year or so, a group of concerned neighbors has been
working to get the clean-up finished ... and finished right. Some have
met with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and expressed
their concerns about an inadequate proposal by Eastman Kodak to clean
up the site. Others put signs opposing Kodak's proposal in their yards.
About 500 people signed a petition asking the Ohio EPA to reject the
proposal. And articles on Pleasant Ridge residents' opposition to
Kodak's proposal have appeared in The Cincinnati Enquirer and CityBeat.
Now this group is seeking your help in writing letters so that the Ohio
EPA "hears" the concerns of our neighborhood and considers
them in making the final decision. We know that this is a busy time of
year, but writing a letter should only take a few minutes ... yet it
could have a big impact.
We are asking neighbors to send personal letters to Chris Korleski,
Director of the Ohio EPA, with a copy to Governor Ted Strickland. (Please
see the sample letter on the back side of this flyer.) In addition or
instead, you could ask your children to write a letter or draw a
picture to send to the Ohio EPA. Children's messages can be very
effective in such efforts.
For more information or sample letter, please click on one
of the links below:
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See The
Nutcracker and help your neighborhood.
The Cincinnati Ballet and Invest in Neighborhoods Inc.
have teamed up so you can save on each ticket ordered, with a portion
of each sale going to Invest's Merit Grant Program. Merit Grants are
awarded for community projects every June. To top it off, the community
council that generates the most sales wins a $50 cash prize from
Invest! Remember, it's just not the holidays without The Nutcracker!
Dec. 20, 2:00 or 7:30
Dec. 21, 2:00
TICKET PRICING (Discount 20%
off)
Premiere Orchestra/Loge $65 (NA)
Orchest ra/Loge $55 (discounted price of $44)
Orchestra/Loge Circle/Front Balcony $45 (Discounted price of $36)
Middle Balcony $35 (Discounted price of $28)
Balcony Circle $20 (Discounted price of $16)
To
purchase tickets for The Nutcracker:
Go to Promotion.
Enter Code: GRP0809PLEASANT (There is a $2.50 online charge.)
Come to our Box Office at 1555 Central Parkway and get
your tickets
All orders mailed or ordered after Friday, December 5, 2008
will be held at Will Call.
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What's Going on in Pleasant Ridge and Nearby
A service of the Pleasant Ridge Community Council
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