+InsideS U M M E R 2 0 0 7 T H E E N Q U I R E R>Its easy to pamper yourself around here. Check out great optionsfor spas, extravagant hotel rooms, fine dining and much more.LiveIt Up!20 All about weddings 42 Romantic dining ideas 46 Luxury living74 Life on the river82 Ballpark extrasJIMDiscoverN O RT HERNKENT UCKYOUR DELIVERY GUARANTEEWell call you the day before yourscheduled delivery with a two-hour windowfor delivery. -- If we are late..You receive a Gift Card for theamount of your delivery charge!convenientbudget termsFamily owned and operated right here in the Tri-State since 1963!visit us on-line at www.furniturefair.netOpen Mon. - Sat. 10am - 9pm, Sun. Noon - 6pmRICHARDDANIELSGOLD CARDGOLD CARD1234 5678 8900 0001Ask about ourInterior Design Servicesand LocationsOhio, call 513-774-9591 orin Kentucky, 859-572-6800and talk to one of our designers!Real Hometown People..Real Brands..Real Fair Prices..Guaranteed to be theLowest! 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Awesome.Whatever the size, whatever the style, whatever the budget, newhome or old, no one can create the unique home theater experi-ence you desire better than Entertainment Solutions.Lighting, sound, video, furniture, all that and more from asingle resource.If you can imagine it, we can make it a reality.Visit our unique room-setting showrooms and see for yourself.Rooms With A ViewCrestview Hills Town Center, (859) 426-5840Rookwood Commons, (513) 631-610011-8 Mon-Sat, 12-5 Sundaywww.esolutionstv.comWe Wont Let You Make A Mistake.Ti nQ?lJl fWe tried something a little different for thisthird annual issue of Discover magazine:We went with a theme.Our goal was to tell you ways in whichyou can live it up in Greater Cincinnati and NorthernKentucky, pampering yourself, a friend or loved one inany number of ways. Soothing spa treatments. Spectac-ular meals. Luxurious lodging. Its all in here. Plus theusual lists of attractions, arts, shopping and sports thatweve had in the past.And before you get to our picks, youll find out whatsome local celebrities love to do around town. KentuckySymphony Orchestra music director J.R. Cassidy favorsRio Grande in Newport. Musician Jake Speed is a big fanof Shake It Records. NKUadministrator Roxanne Quallsloves the WEBNfireworks.I was waiting for a massage at Spa Chocolat in Janu-ary (my wife signed me up for a time slot after I got herand her sister a gift certificate there). A woman came inand told the friendly folks at the service counter thather husband was about to turn 50 and she wanted to dosomething really special for him.OK, so I was eavesdropping. But that conversationmade me believe we were on to something here.Everybody has something to celebrate at some point.Right? So look inside. There are some great ideas for thenext special occasion in your life.Michael Perry,Discover editorTo share your commentsabout this publication, e-mailmperry@enquirer.com, or sendnotes to 312 Elm St., Cincin-nati, OH 45202.Discover ournew approachCall (513) 768-8286, faxorders to (513) 768-8478 orgo online at Cincinnati.Com/Discover. Copies can be pur-chased at The EnquirersCustomer Service center at312 Elm St.Cost (shipping not in-cluded): 1-29 copies, $1.50each; 30-74 copies, $1each; 75 or more copies, 75cents each. Visa, Master-Card, Discover and AmericanExpress accepted.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER5Inside this issueERNEST COLEMANEver wonder what some of the most expensive hotel rooms in Cincinnati look like? Checkthem out in NKY Business section. Page 60.About the coverPhoto illustration: Ron Huff, Michael E. KeatingPictured: The hands belong to Mary Sowers, co-owner ofHyde Park Hair and Body Works. The model was hired out ofChicago and happened to be Cincinnati native Shadia Had-dad, a former St. Ursula Academy volleyball star.To order copies of Discover8 NKY VitalsPick a number, any number: We have all sortsof stats from the region, including weather, hous-ing and income data.Whos who in Northern Kentucky? Yourguide to the areas mayors,fiscal courts and judge-executives. Page 1014 NKY PeopleWhats your favoriteplace to celebrate?We asked five localcelebrities thatquestion andseveralothers.20 NKY LifeMade for brides: Covingtons Wedding Districthas become the regions bridal hot spot.Also: Unique places to hold wedding ceremo-nies, planning advice, ideas for bachelor andbachelorette parties. Pages 21-23Relax, will ya: Special spa choices for men andwomen. Page 24Lets get physical: How to find a personaltrainer. Page 26Special delivery: Unique gift ideas to makesomeones day. Page 28Happy birthday to you: Three places to hold afun party for kids. Page 30Pick a school, any school: We have in-formation on more than two dozen areahigher education institutions. Page 32About thissectionEditors: Jason Lindquist, Michael PerryPhoto editor: Liz DufourDesign editor: Nick HurmJ.R. Cassidy, Kentucky SymphonyOrchestra music director,shares some of his favoritethings about the area. Page 14.40 NKY FoodNothing is finer than dining at these restaurants.Isnt it romantic: Set the right tone with the rightmeal. Page 4246 NKY HousingWhat a sight: Great views of the river and skylinelure many to Northern Kentucky.52 NKY FunPlenty to do: Check out our list of 21 things to do,from Argosy Casino to the Newport Aquarium.60 NKY BusinessSleep like a celeb: We tell you about the most lux-urious hotel rooms in town.Be it ever so humble: If you like the comforts ofhome, try a local bed & breakfast. Page 64Travel in style: Here are five limo options for a spe-cial night out. Page 68Down by the water: Theres plenty to do on thebanks of the Ohio. Page 7476 NKY ArtsSomething for everybody: More than two dozenplaces to visit or catch a show.80 NKY SportsThe Great American wedding: Two baseball fansget married on the Reds diamond. Yes, thats right.They said their vows at home plate.Hey, Reds fans: How to get messages on thescoreboard and more. Page 82Party with the Blue Blob: How to get local collegemascots at your event. Page 83Be a sport: Connect with any of the professionalor college teams or big events in town during theseason. Page 84Hot item: Get tickets for the 2008 Ryder Cup inLouisville. Page 86Feel the speed: Enjoy auto racing? Then youshould try the Richard Petty Driving Experience for athrill. Page 8790 NKY CalendarClip and save: One year, more than 160 events tochoose from. Hang on to this calendar of events.6 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERMiss our 2006 edition?You can still go online at Cincinnati.Com/Discover to view PDF pages. Last year, wetold you about 30-some local participantsin reality TV shows (that number has defi-nitely grown) and which 20 National Histor-ic Landmarks call the area home.There are also a limited number of 2006editions of Discover available for purchase.Call our customer service center at (513)768-8286.MICHAEL E. KEATINGThe Cincinnati Bell/WEBN fireworks draw roughly 500,000 people every Labor Day weekend. Check out area events for the next year. Pages 90-92.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER7All Furniture is made fromquality materialsand workmanship that we stand behind &guarantee.960Wheat Ridge Road West Union, OH45693937-544-8524Mon.-Sat. 9amto 5pmFROMCINCINNATI: Take I-275 to SR 32 East. (approx. 1 hr.)FROMDAYTON: Take I-75 South to I-275 East/South to SR 32 East (approx. 2 hrs.)FROMCOLUMBUS: Go South on US 23 through Chillicothe to SR 32 West. (approx. 2 hrs.)FROMHUNTINGTON, WV: Travel US 52West to US 23 North to SR 32West. 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AnnualPrecipitation* 2.6 2.7 4.2 3.8 4.3 3.8 4.2 3.4 2.9 2.9 3.5 3.1 41.3Precipitation of0.01 inch or more 12.0 11.0 13.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 10.0 9.0 8.0 8.0 11.0 12.0 131MonthlySnowfall* 7.2 5.7 4.5 0.5 0.0 < 0.05 < 0.05 0.0 0.0 0.3 2.0 3.7 23.9AirportWeatherIndicators Jan. Feb. Mar. April May June July Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. AnnualAverageWind Speed 10.5 10.4 11.0 10.6 8.7 7.9 7.2 6.8 7.4 8.1 9.7 10.0 9.0Clear Days 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 8.0 10.0 10.0 6.0 5.0 81.0Partly Cloudy Days 6.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 10.0 10.0 12.0 12.0 9.0 7.0 6.0 6.0 98.0Cloudy Days 20.0 17.0 19.0 17.0 15.0 13.0 12.0 11.0 11.0 13.0 18.0 20.0 186Percent ofPossible Sunshine 33.0 40.0 48.0 56.0 57.0 61.0 61.0 61.0 61.0 54.0 36.0 31.0 50.0Avgerage RelativeHumidity 58.0 73.5 71.0 68.0 67.5 69.5 71.5 73.0 73.5 70.5 68.0 71.5 75.5*inchesSource: climate-zone.com The Enquirer/Mike NyergesWeather statisticsSource: Claritas Inc.Note: Cincinnatis Primary Market Area includes Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky;Butler, Clermont, Hamilton and Warren counties in Ohio; and Dearborn County in Indiana.CAMPBELL COUNTYPlace2006totalpop.Area insquaremilesAverageincomeper per-sonHouse-holds persquaremileMedianhouse-hold in-comeMedianvalue ofhouse-hold unitsAlexandria 8,566 5.38 26,862 565.8 $68,207 $141,070Bellevue 5,939 0.94 21,459 2,773.2 $41,343 $87,556California 80 0.24 19,156 104.2 $53,125 $120,833Claryville 2,286 6.97 29,404 124.6 $61,005 $121,973Cold Spring 4,088 4.75 31,038 344.0 $70,552 $160,386Crestview 391 0.10 23,817 1,365.4 $60,372 $114,118Dayton 5,488 1.33 17,078 1565.9 $35,241 $71,758Fort Thomas 15,388 5.67 31,779 1,134.4 $57,360 $159,409Highland Heights 7,419 2.27 23,133 1,395.3 $43,959 $98,620Melbourne 455 0.90 28,480 1,64.4 $63,929 $132,203Mentor 170 0.54 33,132 1,26.9 $77,206 $94,615Newport 15,622 2.72 18,909 2,402.6 $33,586 $84,723Silver Grove 1,326 1.22 18,007 435.4 $40,345 $87,937Southgate 3,519 1.42 29,699 1,170.6 $48,951 $100,291Wilder 2,758 3.71 36,820 339.9 $60,010 $122,923Woodlawn 269 0.05 28,309 2,239.1 $62,879 $103,261KENTON COUNTY (Source: Claritas Inc.)Place2006totalpop.Area insquaremilesAverageincomeper personHouse-holds persquaremileMedianhouseholdincomeMedianvalue ofhouseholdunitsBromley 780 0.31 17,708 1061.3 $37,357 $76,222Covington 42,405 13.14 20,771 1391.9 $36,360 $88,897Crescent Springs 3,921 1.43 31,083 1175.7 $50,701 $176,620Crestview Hills 3,341 1.92 39,698 745.1 $68,347 $190,251Edgewood 9,010 4.18 37,581 735.6 $90,063 $182,305Elsmere 7,913 2.50 20,807 1203.2 $50,152 $100,312Erlanger 16,934 8.33 24,202 824.2 $48,543 $119,066Fairview 148 0.73 27,753 80.3 $67,188 $94,706Fort Mitchell 7,524 3.13 37,269 1,083.3 $55,145 $183,768Fort Wright 5,534 3.46 32,556 709.2 $58,509 $160,796Independence 18,739 16.77 24,020 394.3 $61,362 $138,631Kenton Vale 149 0.06 22,919 948.3 $52,083 $90,000Lakeside Park 2,658 0.77 42,168 1,544.4 $65,939 $156,358Latonia Lakes 314 0.30 12,205 380.5 $26,500 $44,118Ludlow 4,494 0.86 20,683 2,141.0 $44,000 $91,264Park Hills 2,808 0.78 35,660 1,739.4 $49,205 $167,279Ryland Heights 734 4.94 21,853 56.3 $53,594 $123,052Taylor Mill 6,958 6.26 31,313 418.6 $70,221 $148,275Villa Hills 7,750 3.71 41,253 761.8 $85,608 $183,821Visalia 85 0.27 9,176 133.8 $18,056 $108,333Walton 2,618 3.49 24,024 289.7 $53,564 $121,472BOONE COUNTYPlace2006totalpop.Area insquaremilesAverageincome perpersonHouse-holds persquaremileMedianhouseholdincomeMedianvalue ofhouseholdunitsBurlington 14,925 8.45 26,027 644.1 $64,679 $152,279Florence 26,313 9.87 22,952 1,118.0 $46,687 $125,981Oakbrook 9,492 3.26 31,828 1,129.4 $69,462 $162,479Union 4,414 3.23 31,682 413.6 $94,716 $228,519Walton 2,618 3.49 24,024 289.7 $53,564 $121,472PATRICK REDDYDevelopment continues to mold Northern Kentuckys skyline. 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Discover more at the trueminimum price.variety0000172570discoversomethingbigg'sS14 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERCELEBRITYTIPOFFEveryone has one a favorite place to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries.A favorite place to take out-of-town guests to show off the city. Favoritelocal attractions and events they just cant miss. We asked a whole gang ofwell-known Northern Kentuckians and Cincinnatians about their favorites.You might be surprised at some of their answers.XXXXVEGETARIANSOrchids .. theydo the most in-credible non-meat dishes.XXBy Jim Knippenberg/jknippenberg@enquirer.comMUSIC LOVERSShake It Recordshas got to be themost eccentricrecord store in thecountry.NKY TASTETheres a smallMexican place in Newportcalled Rio Grande. Itsfast, cheap and really,really good.OUT AND ABOUTThe Crown Jewelsof Jazz and almostanything at the zoo.THE RIVERNot a person,not some themepark, just the river.I find it endlesslyfascinating.FEELING FESTIVEThe one event Ilook forward to andanticipate everyyear is Riverfest.DISCOVER PEOPLESUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER15Where do you go to cele-brate a special occasion?It depends on the natureof the occasion, but if its re-ally special, I like Orchids orthe Palace.Your favorite localrestaurant?Orchids, because Ima veg-etarian and they do the mostincredible non-meat dishes.Where do you takeout-of-town guests?Its all based on age and in-terest, but my No. 1 stopwould be the zoo because Ithink its spectacular. No. 2 isthe Cincinnati Art Museum,and the No. 3 stop would beEden Park.Your favorite localevent?Bar none, it would have tobe the fireworks (Riverfest).Its so exciting and on such agrand scale, its one of thetrue regional events that cutsacross age lines, economics,gender, geography, every-thing.Your favorite localattraction?Its kind of generic itsdowntown Cincinnati. I takepeople on walking tours be-cause its such a wonderfuldowntown and people are soamazed. It really wows themwhen I take theminto theCarewTower arcade the fin-est example of art deco archi-tecture in the U.S.The Cincinnatian youdmost like to have lunchwith?Pavo Jarvi. I think itwould be great to knowhim,or even just listen to him.Where do you go to cele-brate a special occasion?Ive celebrated many birth-days, Valentines Days andNewYears Eves at ArnoldsBar &Grill, especially whenthe Cincinnati Dancing Pigsare playing their vintage jugband music.Your favorite localrestaurant?I love the cozy atmosphereof Myras Dionysus. Theyserve the best plate of hum-mus in town, and I cant getenough of the newfalafelsandwich.Where do you takeout-of-town guests?Riverwalk in Covington.An artist recently painted acollection of murals thatbrings the history of the Ohio(River) to life. Theres also aseries of statues along thestreet, one of which inspireda song I wrote about the firstfemale riverboat pilot. Thesong and lady are known asCaptain Mary.Your favorite localevent?Rivertown Breakdown aone-day festival of the Cin-cinnati areas best roots mu-sic. Imnever more proud ofCincinnatis music scenethan on this day when we allget together and help raisemoney to help clean up theOhio River.Your favorite localattraction?Shake It Records has got tobe the most eccentric recordstore in the country and oneof my favorite local attrac-tions. Whether Imbuyingmusic or not, I always have agreat time just checking outthe odd collections that blan-ket the walls, like their BizMarkie cereal box or theirHank Williams etching.The Cincinnatian youdmost like to have lunchwith?Pete Rose, so I could askhimwhat I can do to helpput himin the Hall of Fame.Where do you go to cele-brate a special occasion?Bonefish, the one in Cres-cent Springs. Both my wifeand I work full time (for theorchestra) and we have a 3-year-old, so we dont get outmuch.Your favorite local res-taurant?Theres a small Mexicanplace in Newport called RioGrande. Its fast, cheap andreally, really good. It fits ourcrazy schedules just perfectly.AndIreallydomeanreally,really good.Where do you take out-of-town guests?Usually Mount Adams. Itsreally quaint, there are somekiller views and a wholebunch of cool places to stopfor food and drink.Your favorite localevent?The one event I look for-ward to and anticipate everyyear is Riverfest on Labor Dayweekend. Its walking dis-tance fromhome, its greatpeople watching and the(Toyota/WEBN) fireworks arejust spectacular.Your favorite localattraction?Its a toss-up between thezoo and Union Terminal, es-pecially when I have my 3-year-old alone. Union Termi-nal has so many memories. Igrewup hearing stories abouthowmy mother left there forD.C. when she was in theWAVES (Women Appointedfor Voluntary EmergencyService) in World War II.The Cincinnatian youdmost like to have lunchwith?Honestly, I do so manybusiness lunches with somany people, famous andotherwise, that I cant thinkof one more.Where do you go to cele-brate a special occasion?Always the Krohn Conser-vatory. We just booked it andcelebrated my moms 80thbirthday there last October.Its beautiful, fragrant andyou have plenty of roomtomove around.Your favorite local res-taurant?The Mount Adams Bar andGrille. I gotta have the applepie there a lot. And the bur-ger with grilled onions? Cantget enough.Where do you take out-of-town guests?We go to Mount Adamsand drive around, check theviews, then hit some of theparks. We have the best thereare. I also like to take themtothe Cincinnati Zoo and New-port Aquarium.Your favorite localevent?The Crown Jewels of Jazz(an August concert she pro-duces with nationally knownjazz singers) and almost any-thing at the zoo.Your favorite localattraction?The Art Museumand al-ways a stop at the restaurant.Cincinnatian youd mostlike to have lunch with?Id have to say GeorgeClooney. That wouldnt betoo hard on the eyes, nowwould it?Where do you go to cele-brate a special occasion?Usually Arnolds. Its beena favorite place of mine foryears just for the patio. Andas for the acoustics, theres nobetter place to sing or hearmusic.Your favorite local res-taurant?The Cricket Lounge at theCincinnatian Hotel its ele-gant, the foods good, themusics great but not so loudyou cant talk.Where do you take out-of-town guests?I take themto the river.We go to Riverside Drive onthe Covington side. I love thestatues, the viewand thehouses lining the street.Your favorite localevent?The Appalachian Festivalevery Mothers Day weekendat Coney Island. So many ofthe events here have gottenso huge you cant move ordally around talking to peo-ple. But the Appalachian Fes-tival has kept small and cozyand true to its roots.Your favorite localattraction?The river. Not a person,not some theme park, justthe river. 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When somebody arrivesat the store, theyre greetedwith champagne or whateverthey want to drink, and wethink they should feel likeCinderella its a once-in-a-lifetime event, and should befairy tale.Revered dress de-signer Romona Ke-veza appeared at arecent FabulousBridal event calledVeils and Cocktails,which featured a fash-ion show, and about400 visitors, Salyers said.It was one of those reallyfabulous evenings with a mar-tini bar and everything wasfabulous, and each of thebrides got a veil, and every-body was running around withtheir veil and their brides-maids, and we had a block-buster fashion show, Salyerssaid.Romona came down for it,and she said, You know? Thisis just like New York, Salyerssaid.Fabulous Bridal is just adream as far as a magnet storeis concerned, Folzenlogensaid. They really know how totreat their customers, andtheyve been nothing but re-sourceful in terms of constantreferences and getting peopleto walk through the area andexplore the other weddingbusinesses in the area.Everything a person couldpossibly need or want for awedding or a reception is righthere, within two blocks, saidCovington RenaissanceLetter Heads Ltd.and bridal storesin CovingtonsWedding Districtare flourishingBy Mike Rutledgemrutledge@nky.comDISCOVER LIFEEver dream abouta ballpark wedding?One area couple did exactlythat, using home plate as an al-tar at Great American Ball Park.Read about their experience.PAGE 80SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER21Manager Kathie Hickey. When Imarried, I ran from Bowling Greento Nashville, to Cincinnati andLouisville I was all over theplace, getting this and that.It is a very stressful time,Hickey said. And when you haveto take what precious free time toplan a wedding, even if its small,it really takes a lot out of you tohave to run in 20 directions to geteverything you need.In 2001, the wedding districthad an estimated 60,000 visitors.That rose to more than100,000last year, and is expected to reachnearly 120,000 this year, accord-ing to numbers released to the cityfor a national conference about re-building downtowns.Meanwhile, its revenues haveclimbed from not quite $1.5 mil-lion in1999 to $4 million lastyear, with projections of about$5.25 million this year.We have a couple of businessesthat have grown, and they aremoving into expanded space,Hickey said. They started at theWedding Mall, they incubated,they grew, and now theyreexpanding their businesses into alarger space, and I think thatspeaks very well about the successof the Wedding District.Weve always had a reallystrong business background, andweve been in both wedding dis-tricts at this point (including theReading district), Folzenlogensaid about Letter Heads. She saidshe was lured to Covingtons dis-trict by the energy city officialswere putting into it.I think its a fantastic con-cept, Folzenlogen said. Im ex-cited because the arts district inCovington has really flourished,so if the wedding district begins todo the same, I think weve made areally good decision to be here.BRANDI STAFFORDRevenues for Letter Heads and thewedding district are projected tobe over $5 million this year.Want your wedding cere-mony or reception toreally wowyour guests?Here are five sought-af-ter spots to celebrate tying the knot.Prices listed are subject to change andmay be negotiable; call for informa-tion.Hilton Netherland Hall of Mirrors. The fo-cal point of this two-story ballroomisa majestic staircase and an enormousgolden mirror. Most receptions rangefrom$75-$125 per person. 35 W.Fifth St., downtown, (513) 421-9100,www.hilton.com.Peterloon Estate. Some rooms in the1920s mansion and the grounds which include a large lawn, formalgarden, circular pool and eight-acrelake can be reserved for specialevents. $7,500 to rent the facility forweddings; couples provide catering.8605 Hopewell Road, Indian Hill,(513) 791-7600, www.peterloon.org/events.htm.Drees Pavilion at Devou Memorial Over-look. Amenities include an outdoorgazebo, a terrace and a ballroom. Itfeatures a stunning viewof the Cin-cinnati skyline. $2,400-$3,000 to rentfacility; catering charge is about $55per person. 790 Park Lane, Coving-ton, (859) 431-2577, www.dreespavi-lion.com.The Phoenix. The 19th-century formergentlemans club features a marblestaircase, Tiffany stained-glass win-dows and 35-foot ceilings. Most re-ceptions range from$44-$100 perperson. 812 Race St., downtown, (513)721-8901, www.thephx.com.Museums are perfect places to put yourwedding on exhibit.mCincinnati Art Museum: Roomrentals range from$750-$6,000 plus$1,000 nonrefundable deposit; cater-ing charge ranges from$75-$200 perguest. 953 Eden Park Drive, MountAdams, (513) 639-2347, www.cincin-natiartmuseum.org.mContemporary Arts Center: Roomrental ranges from$2,000-$5,000; ca-tering charge starts at $30 per person.44 E. Sixth St., downtown, (513) 345-8400, www.contemporaryartscen-ter.org/facilityrental.mNational Underground RailroadFreedomCenter: Minimumof $3,200for Saturday night events; cateringcharge ranges from$30-$70 per per-son. 50 E. FreedomWay, downtown,(513) 333-7574, www.freedomcen-ter.org/about/facility-rental.LAURENBISHOPGrand spotsto tie the knotPHOTO PROVIDEDThe Peterloon Estate in Indian Hill has 36 rooms, 19 fireplaces and 21 bathrooms. The mansion can be reservedfor special events, including weddings.Seven unique placesaround town toconsider for yourwedding ceremonyCOURTESY OF PHOTOSMITHThe New York Times called the Con-temporary Arts Center the mostimportant American building to becompleted since the Cold War.22 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERShould you hire a wedding consultant toplan your wedding? Yes, if neither younor your families have the time or desireto plan your wedding, if youre planningan out-of-town wedding or if you simply prefer and can afford professional help, weddingplanning Web site www.theknot.com says.You can expect to pay a consul-tant 10 percent to 15 percent of yourtotal wedding budget, The Knotsays.Some consultants charge by thehour, while others charge a flat feedepending on what you hire themto do you dont always have tohire a consultant to cover every sin-gle detail of your wedding from startto finish.For example, you can schedule aconsultation where the consultantprovides a preparation guide and alist of vendors to check out. You canhire a consultant just to overseethings on the day before and day ofthe wedding. Or you can contract aconsultant to work with you on afreelance basis to do specific tasks,such as scouting out locations, inwhich case you likely will pay bythe hour.To find a consultant, ask friendsand family members, check locallistings on wedding planning Websites like The Knot or www.wed-dingchannel.com or call the Associ-ation of Bridal Consultants at(860) 355-0464.The Knot recommends you askyourself the following questionswhen you contact potential consul-tants:1. Will the consultant commit toyour budget and not push you inthe direction of things you cant af-ford?2. Will the consultant devise amaster plan mapping out all the lit-tle details, from announcements todecor?3. Can the consultant name thebest and most original locations inyour area that would be suitable toyour wedding size, style and budg-et?4. Is the consultant familiar withthe best florists, photographers, ca-terers, bands and DJs in your pricerange? Can she or he explain theirstrong points to you briefly?5. Can the consultant get anyvendors to give you discounts?6. Will the consultant read overthe vendor contracts for you andkeep an eye out for any traps?7. Can the consultant create atimeline that tells everyone in-volved in the wedding what to doand when to do it? How will she orhe make sure that everyone sticks tothe schedule?8. Will the consultant handle theinvitations, from wording and or-dering to the addressing and mail-ing?9. Can the consultant counselyou on etiquette matters and alertyou to hot wedding trends?10. Will the consultant coordi-nate delivery, arrival and setuptimes with photographer, florist,musicians, caterer or banquet man-ager, etc.?11. For the day of the wedding,will the consultant be willing tooversee the entire event by supervis-ing vendors, troubleshooting emer-gencies and soothing nerves? Canshe or he share any anecdotes thatrequired performing above and be-yond the call of duty?12. Will the consultant be will-ing to step in as your advocate, con-veying your visions and desires tovendors when you dont feel up tothe task?13. Will the consultant help planand book your honeymoon?Whatever you do, The Knot cau-tions, dont hire a consultant whodoesnt want to listen, is bossy, triesto convince you of whats best foryou, critiques your ideas, has no ref-erences or wont sign a writtenagreement.LAUREN BISHOPCould you usehelp planning?Here are some tips to findthe right wedding consultantNo matter where you live inKentucky, theres a KentuckyFarm Bureau Insurance agentnearby committed to takingcare of your insurance needs.AUTO HOME BUSINESS A MEMBER SERVICE WWW.KYFB.COMBI GONCOMMI TMENT.KENTUCKYFARMBUREAUShouldnt thatbe where yourinsurance is?Accidentshappen closeto home.In Boone CountyCallThe Crane Insurance Team859-586-6142Mike_Crane@kyfbins.comThe Courthouse Is Across From Us//Looking for fun places tothrow your bachelor orbachelorette party? On anygiven weekend, you canfind both brides- and grooms-to-becelebrating their last days of single-ness at the Hofbrauhaus in New-port (www.hofbrauhausnew-port.com), in Cincinnatis trendyMount Adams neighborhood(www.mtadamstoday.com) and inCovingtons historic MainStrassearea (www.mainstrasse.org).Beyond the bars, here are someother great ideas:Five great bacheloretteparty ideas1. Throw a Pure Romance partyso everyone in the bridal party canstock up on relationship enhance-ment products from the privacy ofsomeones home. (866) 766-2623,www.pureromance.com.2. Indulge yourself at a spa partyat Mitchells Salon & Day SpasKenwood, Northgate or West Ches-ter Township locations, which offerprivate rooms. Minimum of sixpeople required. (513) 923-5562,www.mitchellssalon.com.3. Make your own perfume withFrench-grade natural essences at aprivate party at Studio des ParfumsGalimard. Groups of six or more re-ceive a 10 percent discount. 3218Madison Road, Oakley, (513) 321-7273, www.studiogalimardcinci-.com.4. Chow down on premiumconfections at a private choco-late tasting party at Marble HillChocolatier, 1989 MadisonRoad, OBryonville, (513) 321-0888, www.marblehillchocola-tier.com.5. Create your ownhandbags with a Purse-nalities on the Go in-home party. (513) 253-9400,www.otgpurse.com.Five great bachelorparty ideas1. Horse around at Turfway Parkin Florence, which offers live Thor-oughbred racing during the fall,winter and early spring and simul-cast racing from top tracks acrossthe country year-round. 7500 Turf-way Road, (800) 733-0200 or (859)371-0200, www.turfway.com.2. Pummel your pals at DiehardPaintball in Silver Grove, (859) 781-7486, www.diehardpaintball.com;Hueston Woods Paintball in CollegeCorner, (513) 664-3500,www.hwpaintball.com; PaintballCountry in Hamilton, (513) 779-3228, www.paintballcountryohio-.com; or Queen City Paintball inHarrison, (513) 942-2255.3. Race around in go-carts at East-gate Adventures, 3232 Omni Drive,Eastgate. $5.25 for a four-minuteride, $4.25 per ride for groups ofeight to 20. (513) 753-8000.4. Bet on a good time at any ofthe areas three casinos in nearbysoutheast Indiana: Argosy Casino,(888) 274-6797, www.argosy.com/cincinnati; Belterra Casino Resort &Spa, (888) 235-8377, www.belterra-casino.com; or Grand Victoria Casi-no & Resort, (800) 472-6311,www.grandvictoria.com.5. Tee off at any of the areasnearly 100 golf courses. Go towww.Cincinnati.Com/golf forcourse information and tips fromthe pros.LAUREN BISHOPListen up guysand gals Before walking down the aisle,consider some of these suggestionsfor bachelor or bachelorette outingsMICHAEL SNYDERMitchells Salon & Day Spa has three locations that offer private rooms fora day of party pampering.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER23Paintball isgood cleanfun for thegroom-to-be,except whenhe gets paintsplatted allover him. BABY GRANDS | PLAYER PIANOS | DIGITAL PIANOS | GRANDFATHER CLOCKSBEECHMONT AVE., ANDERSONTOWNSHIP, OH | 513-528-35358777 CINTI-DAY RD., WEST CHESTER, OH | 513-779-0333910 MADISON, COVINGTON, KY | 859-431-2111The pianothat plays itself4 GENERATIONSSINCE 1963TheperfectcombinationServing Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana&musictimeIA?e dlskI5vIsrAI DI FRI0YAMAHA?.rI I I I.roWM 124 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERLooking for a little pamper-ing beyond the basic mani-cure/pedicure and Swedishmassage? Let a specialty dayspa indulge your senses and soothewhat ails you.For the busy man, tired mom-to-be, stressed chocoholic, achy golferor anyone with sub-par energy, hereare a few local spas that offer some-thing a little special:For the busy manTHE BETTER MAN SALON AND SPA11031 Montgomery Road, Mont-gomery(513) 489-8400, www.betterman-salon.comBarcaloungers, plenty of Sports Il-lustrated magazines and TVs tuned tosports or news are just a few signsthat theres something differentabout this place. The Better Man Sa-lon and Spa caters to what men findluxurious. Facials include 40 minutesof hand and foot massage, pedicuresinclude a leg and calf massage, and abasic haircut includes a scalp andshoulder massage along with an eye-pack treatment and warm face towels.Full-service haircut: $33Deep tissue massage: $75/hourGQ facial: $65/hourHours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Fri-day; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday forwalk-in service; appointments 6-9p.m. Saturday only.For the chocoholicSPA CHOCOLAT8944 Columbia Road, DeerfieldTownship(513) 583-8400, www.thespacho-colat.comEat your heart out, Willy Wonka.From shampoo to face masks tomassage oils, every product andservice at Spa Chocolat is cocoa-based. Theres the Chocolat RepairTreatment for damaged hair, theChocolat Teaser massage and the ev-er-popular Chocolat Layer facial.Couples can dip into a chocolatefondue fountain while getting mas-saged on tables with built-in footspas. For those without a sweettooth, non-chocolate products arealso available.Chocolat Layer facial: $70Chocolat Covered Strawberries orPeruvian Indulgence manicure: $40;pedicure: $60Couples massage: $140/hourHours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Fri-day; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; reserva-tions required on Saturday nightsfor couples massage.For the super-stressedSIA SPA8127 Montgomery Road, Ken-wood(513) 985-0777, www.siaspas.comAt SIA Spa, your personal dosha a Sanskrit term that, loosely trans-lated, means personal harmony determines the type of treatmentsand even the type of oil you receive.The therapists at SIA, which standsfor South Indian Ayurveda, trainedin India to learn the ancient practicethat uses massage, meditation, yoga,diet, herbs and oils to heal and bal-ance the body. One of the most pop-ular and relaxing treatments isthe shirodhara. Warm herbal oil isstreamed across the forehead tocalm the nervous system and openthe sixth chakra, which is thethird eye in ayurvedic philoso-phy.Full-body massage (abhyanga):$150/75 minutesShirodhara treatment: $60/30minutesHours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Fri-day; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; noon-5p.m. Sunday.For the golferSABLEX SALON& SPA2808 Turkeyfoot Road, CrestviewHills(859) 341-1656, www.sableux.comIf your shots seem to headstraight for the sand trap, you mightbe able to blame your faulty golfswing on muscle tightness. SablexSalon & Spa offers a golf massagethat, if done regularly, could im-prove your score by three strokes.Based on an assessment of your golfswing and technique, the therapistguides you through a series ofstretching exercises to improve flex-ibility, and then performs a 30-min-ute massage focused on the upperback, shoulders, arms, neck andhips.First session: $100/90 minutesAdditional sessions: $75/60 min-utesHours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday; 9a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 9a.m.-7 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.DAVID SORCHERAmber Howard has a chocolate mask applied during a facial treatment atSpa Chocolat in Deerfield Township. Every product and service at SpaChocolat is cocoa-based.A Spa for AllWhether youre a chocoholic or workaholic, theres one nearby for youBy Amy Howellahowell@enquirer.comGARY LANDERSSablex Salon & Spa in Crestview Hills has a golf massage that can loweryour stress level and your golf score.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER25537-539 Pike StreetCovington, Kentucky 41011(859) 431-4741Hardware CompanyWe sharpen knives,scissors, hedge trimmersand pruners. We repairlamps and fix screens.DID YOU KNOW?Burlington AntiquesBurlington AntiquesBeautiful and unique giftsfrom yesteryear.LampsTea CupsPicturesTables(859)586-61665952 N. JeffersonSt. Burlington, KYOpen Thurs. Fri. & Sat.10-5 Sun. 12-4:30CandlesticksLinensRockers& Much More8415 U.S. 42 Florence, KYFor Information Call647-4473AGES 6 WEEKS TO 9 YEARSFIRST WEEK FREE - NEWENROLLMENT ONLYOPEN: 6:30AM - 6:30PMBANKRUPTCYUncontested(859)727-6800MICHAEL L. 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People may justneed a (fitness) plan.But a personal trainer might be agood idea if you have a specific goal say, running a marathon, healing aninjury or losing a significant amountof weight. If thats what you want,you can expect to spend about $35-$55 an hour, although high-endtrainers can charge much more (Cas-tellano, for example, charges $150 fora one hour, 15 minute consultationand $110 an hour for one-on-one per-sonal training sessions).Choosing a personal trainer can betricky, Castellano cautions. Just aboutanyone can take a test and becomecertified to be a personal trainer fromany one of dozens of major certifyingbodies. But just because a trainer iscertified doesnt mean he or she isqualified. To make sure you choose aqualified trainer to fit your needs,here are some tips fromCastellano:mCall at least three trainers whospecialize in your fitness goals. Askfriends, doctors, chiropractors, nutri-tionists and other wellness profession-als for recommendations.mDo an Internet search on eachtrainer. Then intervieweach one andask specific questions, such as: Whatdegrees or certifications fromaccreditedorganizations do you have? Howlonghave you been training clients? (Thecertification alone doesnt mean thetrainer knows anything; the amount oftime he or she has been on the job ismore important, Castellano says.)mBeware of complimentary con-sultations and evaluations. Goodtrainers wouldnt give away their timeunless they were desperate for busi-ness, Castellano says. During yourconsultation, the potential trainershould be listening at least half of thetime, he says.mBeware of package deals. Qualitytrainers cant afford to discount theirrates, Castellano says. You can expectto pay ahead to ensure you make it toyour training session, but never payfor more than one week, or three ses-sions, in advance.mAsk whether the trainer willguarantee results. Quality trainers willpresent fitness strategies and give youproper tools such as food journals,orientation manuals and writtenplans with goals and benchmarks tocarry out your plan and guarantee theresults.mAsk yourself whether potentialtrainers look like they practice whatthey preach.mDetermine whether the goalsyou agree on are specific. If a trainerdoesnt set specific goals for you orkeeps you longer than your intendedgoals, he or she is likely milking you,Castellano says. Quality trainers wanttheir clients to reach their goals andshowoff their newbodies so theyllserve as walking advertisements.LEIGH PATTONTrainers (left to right) Paul Baker, Matt Wiedemer and Patrick Baker will put you to work.Need someoneto pump you up?By Lauren Bishoplbishop@enquirer.comLooking for a goodpersonal trainer?Here are some of the premierlocal places to get in shape:Athletic Strength and Power.Developed by Ted Lambrinides, aformer assistant strength coach atOhio State University who now servesas a consultant to the CincinnatiBengals, the Jacksonville Jaguarsand the Pittsburgh Steelers, ASAPprovides programs for strength andpower, speed and agility, cardio andstrength training and more. Feesrange from $30-$80 per 30-60-min-ute workout. Locations in Covingtonand downtown. (513) 721-4888,www.athleticstrengthandpower.com.BEAT Personal Training. Run bytwins and chiropractors Paul Bakerand Patrick Baker, BEAT (Baker En-hanced Athletic Training) offers com-prehensive fitness and nutritionalprograms that include an initial two-day consultation. Fees vary for one-hour sessions but typically rangefrom $37-$65, depending on pack-age discounts (typical packages aresix months). Locations in Fairfax,Mason, Fairfield, West Chester Town-ship, Blue Ash and Loveland. (513)621-2328, www.beatpersonaltrai-ning.com.HealthStyle Fitness. Claiming to bethe only company in Cincinnati thatoffers weight-loss and fitness pro-grams that guarantee results or yourmoney back, Brian Calkins Health-Style Fitness offers both one-on-onepersonal training and small group fit-ness training. Private personal train-ing ranges from $50-$75 per hour-long session; a 16-week small-groupfitness transformation program is$449; a private complete fitnesstransformation program is $1,299.(513) 325-0886 or (513) 981-7584, www.briancalkins.com.Power 3 Fitness Coaching. Power3 offers personal training ($55-$75per hour plus $100 enrollment fee),fitness coaching ($299-$775 plus$100 enrollment fee), and home andcorporate equipment and designconsulting ($100 per hour). Consult-ing and monitoring services also of-fered for $20-$95. (513) 679-2235,www.schwartzlabs.com/power3.Rocco Castellano. Castellano offerspersonal training, fitness boot campsat Newport on the Levee. A one hour,15 minute consultation is $150; per-sonal training sessions are $110 perhour; shared sessions are $55 perperson per hour. (513) 421-2651,www.askrocco.com.SUMMER 20070 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER27National Rankings Place St. ElizabethAmong the Very BestSt. Elizabeth Medical Center has been recognized among the best in nation bythree prestigious distinctions. When you compare the hospitals that achieved allthree honors, you find only three - one in Michigan, one in Pennsylvania and one inNorthern Kentucky - St. Elizabeth Medical Center.HealthGrades named St. Elizabeth at one of Americas 50 BestHospitals. Hospitals receiving this prestigious award have rankedin the top 5% in the nation for clinical excellence five years in arow. The HealthGrades study measures outcomes across manyareas, including heart, stroke, pulmonary, and orthopedics.Solucient named St. Elizabeth one of the nations Top 100Hospitals. This award recognizes hospitals that have achievedexcellenceinclinical outcomes, patientsafety, financialperformance, efficiency, and growth in patient volume. This isthe second time St. Elizabeth has been recognized with thishonor; the first time was in 1998. In 2006,St.Elizabeth became the first and only GreaterCincinnati hospital to achieve MagnetStatus, the gold standardfor nursing excellence nationally and internationally.Any one of these three significant achievements should bring patients and familiesassurance that they have access to some of the finest healthcare in the nation.To be one of only three hospitals in the nation to achieve Magnet Status, Americas50 Best and Solucient Top 100 is a tremendous achievement that reflects thededication and commitment of everyone at St. Elizabeth - physicians, nurses, board,administration, management, staff, as well as community supporters.Excellent Benefits!Attractive Relocation Package!Competitive Salary! Gainsharing over $2300 this yearfor full-time associates Strong nurse/physician relationships Nursing loan repayment program Unit based councils On-site BSN program Located minutes from CincinnatiHO W ME D I C I N E S H O U L D B E.Make Contact You may apply online atwww.stelizabethjobs.com Call Human Resourcesweekdays, (859) 301-2150Submit your resume in confidence: Fax (859) 301-5178 Mail: St. Elizabeth Medical Center,Human Resources, 20 Medical Village Dr,Suite 271, Edgewood, KY41017 Download an application or register yourinterest online, www.stelizabethjobs.com0000172534-' x Didkofhe best know hospitals in the nation for qualityis right here in NorthernKentucky?e St. ElizabethMedical CenteN O R T H E R N K E N T U28 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERFor the sugar addictwho cant get enoughCater to your honeys sweettooth with a special deliveryfrom Aglamesis Brothers. Youcan send assorted nuts, candy,chocolates (dont miss the operacreams) or ice cream and Italianice. Ice creamordersmust be made inmultiples of sixpints. Candystarts at $2.45;ice creamis$80 for six pints(shipping cost isincluded).For more in-formation: (513)531-5196, www.aglamesis.comGraeters, anotherlocal hot spot forcool treats, also deliversits signature candies andfrozen confections. Thecompany has enticed custom-ers with its sweets since 1870. Itssafe to say they know what theyare doing. Candy starts at $9.95;ice cream is $50 for six pints and$80 for 12 pints.For more information: (513)721-3323, www.graeters.comFor the goodie guruwho needs some treatsYour darlings desk will over-flow with tasty treats when yousend The Ultimate Sweet Basketfrom the local dessert companyEmbrace Sweets. It includes fourassorted brownies, 10 cookiesand three miniature cakes whichare available in carrot, Germanchocolate, Grand Marnier or co-conut. The baked goods arrive ina wicker basket. 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From $6.99.For more information: (800)862-4629, www.cincinnati-to-you.comFor the kid at heartwho likes to cuddleExperts say you should keeppublic displays of affection atthe office to a minimum. Butyou can give your sweetie a hugwithout sending the human re-sources department into a tizzy.Just contact The Hug DeliveryCo. and send Hugsby, a goldenbrown teddy bear, in yourplace. Thinking of You packagesfeature the companys signaturestuffed animal which arrives in agift bag with a personalized card.You can also order chocolate-covered strawberries, gourmetnuts or chocolate truffles withthe huggable bear. From$35.For more information: (513)531-0555, www.thehugdelivery-co.comBy Nicci King/nking@enquirer.comSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER291-888-801-HUGS(4847)www.TheHugDeliveryCo.comSometimes we cant always be there to hug someonewhen its important. 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The high-timbered, four-story, water park re-sort features 401 all-suite guestrooms and six pools holding380,000 gallons of water.The birthday party begins in thebirthday boy or girls suite, decorat-ed with a happy birthday banner.Room service delivers a large pizzaand soft drinks, birthday cake, fourparty favor bags including eightgame tokens each for the arcade,candy, a festive birthday party hat, aGreat Wolf Lodge stuffed animalkeepsake and a disposable camera.Partiers can choose from a varietyof suites, including some with fire-places, then fire water cannons atone another and shriek to theirhearts content on the 11 water-slides.Room specials start at $189; birth-day packages start at $125. A souve-nir birthday animal backpack deliv-ered to the suite before arrivalincludes GWL playing cards and T-shirt, two candy treats, aNorthwoods toy, and 20 game to-kens for $55.For more information, visitwww.greatwolf.com, 2501 GreatWolf Drive, Mason. Reservations:(800) 913-9653.Bat Cave Bash:Cincinnati Museum CenterParty in a glacier or in a bat cave at the Cincinnati Museum Center.The Museum of Natural History &Science hosts parties for children ag-es 5 to 10 with themes of dinosaursor caves. Animal- and construction-themed parties for children ages 4 to10 take place in the Duke EnergyChildrens Museum.Packages include admission for15 guests (two must be adult chap-erones) to the selected museum,two parking passes, a 75-minutebirthday party with party present-ers, a theme-related program withactivities, a half-sheet themedbirthday cake, beverages, decora-tions, plates, napkins and Polaroidgroup photo. Cost is $160 for mu-seum members, $185 for non-members, $10 per additional guestup to 10. All parties take place onSaturdays and Sundays. Call (513)287-7021 to schedule two weeks inadvance.Hang 10 Party:The Beach WaterparkDude, surfs up at your birthdayparty on the sandy, palm-strewnshores of the Beach Waterpark. For$250, 10 birthday surfer dudes ordudettes can hang 10 in Ohios larg-est wave pool, the only watercoasterin the Midwest and 49 water rides.The party includes a catered mealwith drinks and goodie bag (bur-gers, pizza, hot dogs or deli tray), areserved hour on Sunnys Deck,birthday cake, a birthday gift for theguest of honor, a return ticket forthe birthday guest, two chaperoneadmissions and parking passes forthree cars. 2590 Waterpark Drive,Mason, (513) 398-7946, www.the-beachwaterpark.com. Cost is $25each for the first 10 guests (no mini-mum), $20 for each additionalguest, $15 each if a season passholder.PAM FISHERDAVID SORCHEROne of the water slides at the Great Wolf Lodge in Mason. The newly openedindoor water park offers birthday party packages for kids featuring food,games and party favors in one of the lodges suites.Try these sitesfor a specialbirthday bashMALINDA HARTONGYour child can party with polar bearsand dinosaurs or in a bat cave atthe Museum of Natural History andScience.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER31Once again, Miele is creating waves in the appliance industry with theintroductionoftheirall newsuperlargecapacityHoneycombCarelaundry systems offering the very best quality, reliability, longevity andcleaning performance.. guaranteed.Come experience Mieles latest innovation at Angerts Appliance today.A wave of fabric care innovation..over 100 years in the making.6120 Hamilton Avenue(at North Bend)Cincinnati, OH 45224Phone (513) 541-7668Fax (513) 541-7978BEST BRANDS.BEST SERVICE.Z,4CEby'9ApL1 Gi I32 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERGARY LANDERSMiami University, located 35 miles north of Cincinnati, was ranked 21st among the top public universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report in 2007.College guideFor those seeking higherlearning theres amultitude of area optionsGreater Cincinnati offers its residents awealth of higher educational opportu-nities, from large universities offeringworld-renowned programs, to smallerschools specializing in religious studies, art, courtreporting and even mortuary science. Heres a listof colleges and contact information:CARRIE COCHRANNorthern KentuckyUniversity, locatedin HighlandHeights, hasgrown to 14,000students repre-senting 43 statesand 17 foreigncountries. Despiteits growth, thestudent-to-facultyratio is a modest16-1.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER33THESUMMITAIMHIGHTHE WORLD IS FLAT.Clearly, its critical that I do everything I can to prepare my daughter for the future. When it came toproviding a solid foundation fromthe very beginning in math and science, The Summit was ouronly choice. Chip Crowther, Hyde Park? Cincinnatis onlyindependent, Catholic,co-ed, college-prep school? Preschool-12? 2161 Grandin Road, Hyde Parkwww.summitcds.orgPresently acceptingapplications for 2008-09*Limited space remaining for 2007-08*Many programs are at capacity.Space remains only in select grades.To schedule summer tours andentrance testing,please call 871-4700 ext. 261.THESUMMI Ti lkCOUNTRYDAYSCHOOL0'34 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERAcademyof Court ReportingOffice of Admissions630 Main St.Cincinnati, OH 45202(513) 723-0520acr.eduAntonelliCollegeOffice of Admissions124 E. Seventh St.Cincinnati, OH 45202(513) 241-4338antonellicollege.comArt Academyof CincinnatiOffice of Admissions1212 Jackson St.Cincinnati, OH 45202(513) 562-8740artacademy.eduArt Instituteof CincinnatiOffice of Admissions1171 E. Kemper RoadCincinnati, OH 45246(513) 751-1206theartinstituteofcincinnati.comArt Instituteof OhioOffice of Admissions8805 Governors HillDrive Suite 300Cincinnati, OH 45249(513) 771-2821artinstitutes.edu/cincinnatiAthenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. MarysSeminaryOffice of Admissions6616 Beechmont Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45230(513) 231-2223mtsm.orgBrown Mackie CollegeOffice of Admissions1011 Glendale-MilfordRoadCincinnati, OH 45215(513) 771-2424socaec.comChatfield CollegeNorth Fairmount Campus2569 St. Leo PlaceCincinnati, OH 45225(513) 921-9856chatfield.eduChrist HospitalSchool of NursingOffice of Admissions2139 Auburn Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45219(513) 585-2403thechristcollege.orgCincinnatiChristian UniversityOffice of Admissions2700 Glenway Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45204(800) 949-4228ccuniversity.eduCincinnati Collegeof Mortuary ScienceOffice of Admissions645 North Bend RoadCincinnati, OH 45224(513) 761-2020ccms.eduCincinnatiStateOffice of Admissions3520 Central ParkwayCincinnati, OH 45223(513) 861-7700cincinnatistate.eduPHOTO PROVIDEDThe Cincinnati Bearcat mascot leads the marching band thoughthe Tangeman Center, which features the UC Bookstore, a cin-ema, game room, eateries, meeting and study rooms.0000173916That's whenshedisc overedtheXavier University helpspeople Like Cheyadegr eestailo red tomeettheHeadsofevening arweekendclasses,aftervh94W a change fur the better,1 1 t?It 'I]sE'T HER DEG'IEKUNIVERSITYLheyaDixonknowsabout time managemem,Between ahull-time career anda family she'Learnmore at xavieredWadult orSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER35me in18-26 monthseduAnformationmeetings. htmn_IniotiiI? 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EDUa.erionProgramOnlin36 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERCollege ofMount St. JosephOffice of Admissions5701 Delhi RoadCincinnati, OH 45233(513) 244-4531msj.eduGateway Communityand Technical CollegeOffice of Admissions1025 Amsterdam RoadCovington, KY 41011(859) 441-4500gateway.kctcs.eduGods BibleSchool and CollegeOffice of Admissions1810 Young St.Cincinnati, OH 45202(513) 721-7944gbs.eduGood SamaritanCollege of Nursingand Health ScienceOffice of Admissions375 Dixmyth Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45220(513) 872-2743www.goodsamaritancollege.comHebrew UnionCollege-Jewish Instituteof ReligionOffice of Admissions3101 Clifton Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45220(513) 221-1875huc.eduIndiana WesleyanUniversity-CincinnatiOffice of AdmissionsCincinnati Education andConference Center9286 Schulze DriveWest Chester, OH 45069(513) 881-3601cincinnati.indwes.eduITT Technical InstituteOffice of Admissions4750 Wesley Ave.Norwood, OH 45212(513) 531-8300itt-tech.eduIvy Tech State CollegeOffice of Admissions500 Industrial DriveLawrenceburg, IN 47025(800) 715-1058ivytech.eduMiami UniversityOffice of Admissions301 S. 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Top of theline is a steak and lobster tail combo.Pair any steak from the menu with alobster tail, from 9 to 16 ounces.Theyre market priced, but a typicalchoice, a 9-ounce steak with a 9-ouncelobster tail, might be $59. Make them16 ounces each and youll pay $90 foryour entre. For information on all theRuby restaurants, go online at www.jef-fruby.com.JagsJags has impressive seafood and steak,including $67.95 worth of tenderness inthe form of an 8-ounce Kobe beef filetwith au gratin potatoes and spinach. Al-so, theres a piano lounge and nightly en-tertainment. 5980 West Chester Rd.,West Chester Township, (513) 860-5353,www.jags.comJean-Robert at PigallsThe consumption is not so conspicu-ous at the warm, serene Jean-Robert atPigalls; you just know youre eating atour most highly-esteemed French res-taurant. You can order the standardthree-course menu, but since youre be-ing indulgent, try the menu gourmand.Its five courses for $97, or $134 withwine obviously the more indulgentchoice. 127 W. Fourth St., downtown,(513) 721-1345, www.pigalls.comBy Polly Campbellpcampbell@enquirer.comJeff Rubys Tropicana, located in Newport on the Levee, is one of six Jeff Ruby restaurants in the region.LEIGH PATTONLooking for a placeto celebrate a specialoccasion? You cantgo wrong with this listNow, this is fine diningDISCOVER FOODSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER41MiyoshiJapanese cuisine has its ownmenu gourmand. Its called kaise-ki, a multicourse presentation of sea-sonal foods served in the beautiful,natural style Japan has patented. Mi-yoshi, a Japanese restaurant in Flor-ence, can arrange a kaiseki meal fortwo or more people. You tell themhow much you want to spend,theyll create a meal of 6-7courses. It could be$50 a person;they havedonethem for$120 aperson;it depends on the quality and ex-pense of the ingredients. 8660 Bank-ers St., (859) 525-6564, www.mi-yoshirestaurant.comOriental WokPeking duck is one of the greatcreations of Chinese cuisine, andyou can have it at Oriental Wok inFort Mitchell if you order 2-3 days inadvance. The skin is lacquered andcrispy, and the dish is served withthin Chinese pancakes. Its $75 for aduck, which serves 4-6 people. 317Buttermilk Pike, (859) 331-3000,www.orientalwok.comAmor de BrazilIts up to you how indulgentdinner is at Amor de Brazil in Deer-field Township. The Braziliansteakhouse charges one moderateprice for a meal you can eat untilyou decide to stop. The buffet is asalad bar with an advanced degree,and the meat is brought to you onskewers until you say when. $43.99.5150 Merten Dr., (513) 336-0043,www.amordebrazil.comNicholsonsThe quickest way to spend themoney thats burning a hole inyour pocket is on fine drinks. 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They need3-4 days notice and offer it Tues-day-Friday. But maybe the ultimateindulgence is to have Cook cometo you the whole blind tastingmenu can be done in your home(in which case, it will cost youmore). 934 Hatch St., (513) 721-2665MICHAEL E. KEATINGMiyoshi in Florence beautifullypresents its seafood dishes, suchas this sushi plate that includessalmon and octopus.LEIGH PATTONFor great Chinesefood includingPeking duck trythe Oriental Wokin Fort Mitchell,owned andfounded byHelen andMike Wong.DAVID SORCHERThe Amor FierySteakhouse de Bra-zil in Mason istruly an all-you-can-eat experi-ence. 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Theres Latin gui-tar or jazz on Fridays and Saturdays toget your feet tapping. 2875 Town Cen-ter Blvd., Crestview Hills, (859) 426-1042, www.argentinebean.net.BB riverboat cruiseThe food is pretty standard, butstanding by the rail on the top deckwhile sliding under our Ohio Riverbridges offers the best view in town.And it can be a little chilly, calling foran arm around the shoulder. 1 Madi-son Ave., Covington. (859) 261-8500,www.bbriverboats.com.The Celestial SteakhouseThe Celestial Steakhouse has all thestandard romantic trappings: greatfood, expansive view and music fordancing. Sit in the corner at Table No. 1,where the view is just a little moresweeping, order a Kobe beef filet andafterward, dance to the Frank VincentTrio in the Incline Lounge next door.1071 Celestial St., Mount Adams, (513)241-4455, www.thecelestial.com.The Melting PotCozy booths, molten cheese fondue,and companionably cooking togetherat the table. 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As his abdomen began to fill withblood, Ronald miraculously located a phoneand dialed 9-1-1, even as sharp pains began tosignal massive internal bleeding. The ambulancearrived, rushing a fading Ronald to the closestcommunity hospital. Doctors there realized theseverity of his condition and phoned vascularsurgeon, Dr. Joseph Giglia of University Hospital.Immediately, Dr. Giglia arranged to have Ronaldsent to University Hospital via Air Care,Universitys emergency helicopter. Once there,he received the appropriate care, and withinfour months, had recovered enough to mow theyard. It seems everyone has their own route tobecoming living proof.that sometimes the road to recovery isnt a road. Ronald isPracticing tomorrows medicine today._UniversityHospitalHealthAWaz?ice.M52 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERFor all those who say there is nothing to doaround here, we present 21 attractions withowners who would beg to differ. If youre afan of roller coasters or thrill rides, wevegot them covered. If youre more of a hiker, or enjoyhorseback riding, we have just the activities for you.The bottom line: No matter what kind of sense of ad-venture you have, we have an attraction that will puta smile on your face by the end of the day. The Great-er Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area is loadedwith things to do for all ages.PATRICK REDDYKings Islands Congo Falls will keep riders cooled off all summer long. The amusement park has more than 80 rides total.Adventure awaits YOUTheres no need to sit aroundthe house with all these attractionsp ARGOSY CASINO AND HOTELp BB RIVERBOATSp THE BEACH WATERPARKp BELTERRA CASINO RESORTp BIG BONE LICK STATE PARKp BOONE COUNTY ARBORETUMp CINCINNATI RAILWAY CO.p CINCINNATI ZOOp CONEY ISLANDp THE DUDE RANCHp GORMAN HERITAGE FARMp GRAND VICTORIA CASINOp KINGS ISLANDp KROHN CONSERVATORYp LAZER KRAZEp LEBONAN, MASON & MONROERAILROADp LOVELAND CASTLEp NEWPORT AQUARIUMp OHIO RENAISSANCE FESTIVALp PARKYS FARMp WOLFF PLANETARIUMCHECKLISTHowmany of these 21 attractions can youcheck off? Its never too late to start.DISCOVER FUNSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER53If you see a program or activity that you are interested in,call to register at least two weeks prior to the begin date.These classes fill up fast!Call 334-2117for information on availability and fees,or visit our website: www.boonecountyky.org/parksItems with * are Community Education classes.You can sign up for these classes at http://www.boone.k12.ky.usJUNE2...........Arboretum Day and Family Garden Show4 thru 28.....Meditation & the Chakras - Level 14 thru 8/10...Camp Goodridge Begins (10 weeks, Aug 10 last day)4...........Games & Crafts Summer Programs begins (4-7 years)4...........Scavenger Walk & Crafts Summer Programs begins (6-9 years)4...........Youth Dodgeball (9-15 years)4...........Start Smart Soccer (ages 3-5 years)4...........Music & Drama Programs4...........Board Games for the Bored Summer Program begins (8-13 years)4...........Bocce Ball League Begins (ages 8&9, 10-13 years)5...........Just Crafts Summer Programs begins (6-9 years)5...........Baggo & Koob League begins (8-9, 10-13 years)5...........Yard Games & Crafts Summer Programs begins (6-9 years)5...........Dodgeball League begins (10-15 years)5...........Kickball League begins (10-15 years)5 thru 6/26...Yoga6...........Baton Twirling Class Begins (ages 4 years and up)6...........Start Smart Golf (ages 5-7 years)6...........Walking Wednesdays (Central Park Shelter #2)6...........Tween Days (ages 10-13)7...........Tot Music Program begins (ages 4&5 years)7...........Hershey Track & Field (9-14 years)8...........Board Games for the Bored Summer Program begins (8-13 years)8...........Tween Crafts (ages 10-13 years)11 .........Acting Up Program begins (ages 6&7 years)Boone County Parks & RecreationProvides safe, diverse parks and wholesome recreationprograms to enhance the qualityof life in Boone County2007 Parks Calendar of Events13..........Walking Wednesdays (Conrad Park Shelter)14..........Start Smart Basketball (ages 3-5 years)15..........Concert at Creekside - Blue Chip City Big Band (Big Band Music)16..........Teddy Bear Picnic (3 years +)16..........Family Fun Night - Mr. Cow Pie & the Party Animals20..........Walking Wednesdays (Walton Park Shelter #1)22..........Concert at Creekside - Swingtime (Glenn Miller/Duke Ellington)23..........Family Fun Night - MadCap Puppets (Cart Tales)25 thru 6/29..Boone Woods Players Program begins (ages 10-15 years)27..........Walking Wednesdays (England-Idlewild Park Shelter #3)29..........Concert at Creekside - Kentucky Express (Bluegrass)30..........Family Fun Night - MadCap Puppets (Big, Bigger, Biggest)JULY2...........Childrens Park Programs3 thru 7/31...Yoga5 thru 7/26...Christmas Crafts in July (ages 8-13)6...........Concert at Creekside - Kentucky Symphony7...........Family Fun Night9, 10 & 11....Its All an Act Program Begins (ages 8&9 years)11..........Walking Wednesdays (Central Park Shelter #2)13..........Concert at Creekside - Florence Community Band (Variety)14..........Family Fun Night - Movie (To Be Announced)18..........Walking Wednesdays (Conrad Park Shelter)20..........Concert at Creekside - Eight Days a Week (Beatles Tribute Show)21..........Family Fun Night - Movie (To Be Announced)25..........Walking Wednesdays (Walton Park Shelter #1)27..........Concert at Creekside - Gospel28..........Family Fun Night - Movie (To Be Announced)30..........Archery Camp30 thru 8/3...Jack Hermans Soccer CampAUGUST1...........Walking Wednesdays (England-Idlewild Park Shelter #3)4...........Touch-a-Truck (Admin Building Parking Lot)7 thru 8/28...Yoga7...........Boone County Fair Contests begin8...........Walking Wednesdays10..........Baggo Tournament15..........Walking Wednesdays (Conrad Park Shelter)21 & 23 .....Camp Creative Zone22..........Walking Wednesdays (Walton Park Shelter #1)22..........NFL/Punt, Pass & Kick25..........Family Build a Boat Day29..........Walking Wednesdays (England-Idlewild Park Shelter #3)SEPTEMBER4 thru 9/25...Yoga8...........Celebrate America11&13.......Camp Crayon16..........Boone Woods Arts & Crafts Show (23rd rain date)OCTOBER2 thru 10/30..Yoga6...........Community Garage Sale (Rain date Oct. 13)9 & 11.......Creative Movement Camp (Preschool)20..........Decorate a Tree for Wildlife20..........Haunted Movie Night (Boone Woods)27..........Jack-O-Lantern Contest and Walk (Central Park)NOVEMBER1...........Reservations for Breakfast with Santa Begin6 thru 11/27..Yoga17..........Search for Tom Turkey17..........Letters from Santa Registration begins (Registration ends Dec 3)26..........Light up Boone County Registration beginsDECEMBER4 thru 12/18..Yoga10 thru 12/14. .Breakfast with Santa*Community Education Class2007 Calendar Of EventsBoone Woods ParkCentral ParkCamp Ernst LakeEngland-Idlewild ParkFlorence Nature ParkFox RunGiles Conrad ParkGunpowder Creek Nature ParkLincoln Woods ParkMiddle Creek ParkShor Lake ParkUnion PoolWalton Community Park13PARKLocationsImpfAR4EDO?AREA,TF-'P!f54 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERArgosy Casinoand Hotel777 Argosy Parkway, Lawrence-burg, Ind.(888) 274-6797;argosy.com/cincinnatiThis riverboat casino offersabout 2,300 slot machines and 80gaming tables in its three-deck fa-cility, which can accommodatemore than 4,000 passengers.Theres a multilevel entertainmentpavilion thats home to restau-rants, bars and lounges, and also a300-room hotel.Hours: Open 24 hours dailyAdmission: FreeBB Riverboats101 Riverboat Row, Newport(859) 261-8500;bbriverboats.comBB Riverboats has been a stapleof the local riverfront for the past25 years. Its cruises are more thanjust boat trips theyre a chanceto learn about the history of theriver, enjoy a meal or dance underthe stars. BB Riverboats offers awide variety of cruises rangingfrom lunch and dinner trips tosightseeing jaunts and all-day ex-cursions.Hours: Vary by cruiseAdmission: Varies by cruiseThe BeachWaterpark2590 Water Park Drive, Mason(513) 398-7946;thebeachwaterpark.comWith 49 water rides and attrac-tions, including Kahuna Beach wavepool and the Volcanic Panic flume,The Beach makes it easy for the entirefamily to plunge into summer. Splashaway the day in 2.5 million gallons ofwater and surround yourself with 35acres of lush, tropical landscape filledwith palmtrees, waterfalls and 2,600tons of sand.Hours: Opens at 10 a.m. Closingtimes vary between 6 p.m. and 9p.m. Check the Web site or call fordetails.Admission: $27.99 general admis-sion; $10.50 children 48 inches andshorter and senior citizens; free forages 2 and underBelterra CasinoResort & Spa777 Belterra Drive, Belterra, Ind.(888) 235-8377;belterracasino.comThe 38,000-square-foot riverboatcasino features 1,600 slot machinesand more than 40 table games. Theproperty has six restaurants and ahotel with 608 rooms.Hours: Open 24 hours dailyAdmission: FreeBig Bone Lick State Park3380 Beaver Road, Union, Ky.(859) 384-3522parks.ky.gov/stateparks/bbThe park, named after thewarm salt springs that once at-tracted herds of giant mastodons,wooly mammoths, ground slothsand other prehistoric visitors billsitself as the center of Americanpaleontology. Fossilized animalremains were discovered in 1739,and many of them are on displayin the Big Bone Lick Museum. Butthis park also offers much to dooutdoors, with hiking trails, a7.5-acre lake, picnic and campingareas, and facilities for tennis,volleyball, basketball, softball,horseshoes and miniature golf.Hours: Dawn to dusk dailyAdmission: FreeBoone County Arboretumat Central Park9190 Camp Ernst Road,Union, Ky.(859) 384-4999;bcarboretum.orgBoone County Arboretum atCentral Park is the nations firstarboretum within an active recre-ation park setting. Its 121 acreshave more than 2,700 trees andshrubs. Its collection includesspecialized arrangements of plantfamilies and obscure selectionsrarely observed by the public. Allthis can be viewed while strollingalong miles of paved walkingtrails that wind through wood-land settings and athletic fields.There is also a childrens gardenand a wildlife viewing area.Hours: Dawn to dusk dailyAdmission: FreeCincinnati Railway Co.11013 Kenwood Rd., Blue Ash(513) 791-7245;www.cincinnatirailway.comThe Cincinnati Railway Com-pany offers an array of charter ex-cursions on regularly scheduledAmtrak routes, as well as chartersin the Cincinnati area.Availability: Allow two to threemonths notice for private chartersCincinnati Zoo andBotanical Garden3400 Vine St., Cincinnati(800) 944-4776; cincyzoo.orgWith 510 animal species and3,000 plant varieties, the zoo at-tracts more than 1.2 million visi-tors annually. Open since 1875,the zoo is the second-oldest in theUnited States.Hours: Vary depending on sea-son; typically 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Admission: $12.95 adults; $7.95ages 2-12; $10.95 ages 62 and olderPHOTO PROVIDEDCaptain Alan Bernstein, standing next to the Belle of Cincinnati, is the ownerof BB Riverboats. The company offers a wide variety of cruises.ERNEST COLEMANThe Dude Ranch in Morrow offers a taste of the Old West. Horseback rides,campfires and hay rides are just a few attractions it offers.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER55Coney Island6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati(513) 232-8230; coneyislandpark-.comThe roots of this entertainment fa-cility date to1870, when it first wasrented for private picnics. Today, thesite features a variety of activities andshows. Primary among themis Sun-lite Pool, which was built in1925 and at 200 feet wide and 401 feet longand with a capacity of 3 million gal-lons of water is the worlds largestrecirculating swimming pool. ConeyIsland also has four water slides andmany classic amusement park rides.Hours: Vary according to venue;mostly 10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 27-Sept. 4Admission: $18.50; $9.95 after 4p.m.; $9.95 ages 2-3The Dude Ranch3205 Waynesville Road, Morrow(513) 563-7524Enjoy a horseback ride with a re-al cattle drive, just like in the OldWest or maybe play a little paint-ball this place offers both. Make aday of it and enjoy additional ac-tivities such as a hayride, a marsh-mallow roast around a campfire, agame of horseshoes and a visit toall the friendly animals in the chil-drens petting zoo.Hours: VaryAdmission: $4-$54.95 dependingon activityGormanHeritage Farm3035 Gorman Heritage FarmLane, Evendale(513) 563-6663; gormanfarm.orgThis 120-acre historic homestead,first settled in1789, lets visitors ex-perience the workings of a farm upclose. Guests also can relax by tak-ing in the scenery while strolling thetrails. The farm includes woodedareas, a former Indian trail, a fresh-water spring and a creek for millingoperations, fields for crops androcky areas for quarrying.Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; Noon-5 p.m. SundayAdmission: $5 adults, $3 childrenGrand VictoriaCasino600 Grand Victoria Drive, RisingSun, Ind.(800) 472-6311; grandvictoria.comA variety of table games and morethan1,500 slot machines are offeredat this dockside casino and resort.Theres also a 200-room hotel, apool, a health club and several din-ing options, including a deli, a buf-fet and a sit-down steakhouse. Near-by is Southern Indianas onlyScottish links-style golf course.Hours: Open 24 hours dailyAdmission: FreeMALINDAHARTONGSpring is heraldedby the arrival oflambs at GormanHeritage Farm inEvendale.Shear Excite-ment, a festivalthat includessheep shearingdemonstra-tions, happensdown on thefarm.$10 OFF LAMPSHADES1000s of Shades to Choose From!Receive $10.00 Off any lampshade in-stock priced $30.00or more. 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Seasonal eventsare held in the fall and winter.Hours: Vary depending on season;typically 10 a.m.-10 p.m.Admission: $49.99 ages 7-59;$29.99 ages 3-6, 60 and olderKrohn Conservatory1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati(513) 421-5707; cincinnati-oh.gov/parksThis nationally recognized con-servatory, located in Eden Park, ishome to more than 3,500 speciesof plants from all over the world.Permanent displays show plants intheir natural settings, ranging froma desert environment to a rainfor-est-like atmosphere with a 20-footwaterfall. Special events are heldthroughout the year, including flo-ral displays and Cooking withKrohn, a program in which areachefs and horticulturalists com-bine to create a special culinary ex-perience. One of the most popularprograms at the conservatory is theannual Butterfly Show, in whichthousands of these colorful crea-tures fly freely in the facilitysshowroom.Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. dailyAdmission: Free; special events varyin priceLazer Kraze3187 Western Row, Maineville(513) 339-1030; www.lazerkraze.comThis three-level arena, with spe-cial lighting and a sound system, isthe areas largest laser-tag facility.Its one of only two tri-level arenasin the Midwest and nine in thecountry. Theres also a large arcadethats home to more than 40 videoand interactive games.Hours: 3-9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday,3 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-mid-night Saturday, noon-8 p.m. SundayAdmission: $8-$18Lebanon, Mason& Monroe Railroad198 S. Broadway, Lebanon(513) 933-8022, www.lebanonrr.comThese nostalgic train rides, whichdepart from Lebanon Station andtravel along the original Cincinnati,Lebanon & Northern Railroad line,offer the experience of travel fromdays gone by. 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Thebuilding has been visited by severalnotable figures throughout its ex-istence, most notably PresidentUlysses S. Grant, a personal friendof Shinkle. The Shinkle Town-house, which has seven rooms, islocated just over the Ohio Riverfrom downtown Cincinnati, andwithin a mile of Newport on theLevee. The New York Times calledit 'One of the most beautiful placesto sleep in the (Cincinnati) area.'With a building rich in history andamenities, Amos Shinkle is fit for aking, or at the very least, a 19th-century president.Rates: $95-165/nightWeb site: www.amosshinkle.netPhone: (859) 431-2118Address: 215 Garrard St.Covington, KY 41011The Clifton HouseOriginally built in 1900 as a sin-gle-family home, the CliftonHouse has a way of bringing peopletogether. When Nancy Thierrypurchased the building in 2001,she hired one of the premier houserestorers in the Cincinnati area,Gus Thierry, to renovate the Clif-ton House. The two eventually be-came engaged and were married inthe house, one of the 50 weddingsthe Clifton House has hosted sinceits inception. The Clifton House al-so has an extensive library featur-ing some of the books written bythe many authors who have stayedthere. There are four rooms avail-able, plus the Clifton Cottage, acarriage house with its own en-trance.Rates: $125-225/nightWeb site: www.thecliftonhouse.comPhone: (513) 221-7600Address: 500 Terrace Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45220ROBIN VICTOR GOETZ/ GORVGP.COMThe Weller Haus in Bellevue is a 19th-century home, furnished with artwork from the late 1800s. Innkeeper is Leanne Saylor.Bed and breakfast bestsFor when you want a night or two away with all the comforts of homeBy Patrick StevensonSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER65Eden Park ManorEden Park Manor officially openedin January 2007 and is one of thenewest B&Bs in Greater Cincinnati.But to describe Eden Park Manor asnew is somewhat misleading thebuilding was constructed in1886. Ev-ery effort has been made to preserveand restore many of the original lightfixtures, doors and porches. However,Eden Park is not without its modernfeatures, such as the seven-person hottub, which sits in the backyard. Theamenities and services include a dailygourmet organic breakfast. Fiverooms are available.Rates: $110-130/nightWeb site: www.edenparkmanor.comPhone: (513) 961-9400Address: 2226 Park Ave.Cincinnati, OH45206Gaslight B&BSituated on a hilltop in the histor-ic gaslight district of Clifton, theaptly named Gaslight B&B has anaesthetically pleasing exterior fea-turing a large willow tree and a bub-bling waterfall. Built in1909, thehouse suffered extensive damage ina fire on New Years Eve 1998. How-ever, the Gaslight, like so many oth-er area B&Bs, is a dazzling monu-ment to the wonders of houserestoration. While the Gaslight pos-sesses many of the classic elementsof a traditional B&B, the buildingfeatures many modern amenities, aswell. Each of the four rooms featurescable television along with a bedthat puts the king in king size.There also is an exercise room.Rates: $115-150/nightWeb site: www.gaslightbb.comPhone: (513) 861-5222Address: 3652 Middleton Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45220Six Acres B&BBuilt as a single-family home inthe mid-19th century, Six Acres Bed& Breakfast has a unique historicaltradition. Shortly after its construc-tion, the house served as a stop onthe Underground Railroad, whichhas earned it landmark status. Visi-tors can tour a third-floor room thatwas used to hide runaway slaves,and after its conversion to a B&B in2004, a secret basement chamberwas discovered. Several guests haveclaimed to see a female ghost dwell-ing in Six Acres, though all agree theghost is friendly. Six Acres offers 10rooms in two buildings on thegrounds. The B&B was doing suchgood business, it bought the secondbuilding in September 2005 andopened that for business about sixmonths later. The second building isideal for families.Rates: $99-149/nightWeb site: www.sixacresbb.comPhone: (513) 541-0873Address: 5350 Hamilton Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45224Symphony Hotel and B&BConstructed as a single-familymansion in 1871, the SymphonyHotel has had many functionsthroughout its history. Locatedacross from Music Hall, it served as atemporary home for many local mu-sicians before being converted into ahotel in 1945. It was eventuallyabandoned and fell into disrepair,until the current owner purchasedthe building in 1996. After extensiverepairs and renovations, the Sym-phony Hotel won a RestorationAward from the Cincinnati Preser-vation Association in 1997, confirm-ing its status as one of Cincinnatisclassic buildings.Rates: $69-99/nightWeb site: www.symphonyhotel.comPhone: (513) 721-3353Address: 210 W14th StCincinnati, OHWeller Haus B&BLocated within walking distance ofNewport on the Levee, the WellerHaus is an oasis of 19th-century ele-gance. The inn is furnished with amyriad of antiques and decorated withartwork fromthe late 1800s. The Wel-ler Haus, like several other area B&Bs,purportedly hosts guests of the super-natural variety in addition to theirmany non-paranormal guests. Inn-keeper Leanne Saylor has had a run-inwith one of the resident ghosts before.I came down to the kitchen and mygarbage can lid was turning. Its one ofthose cans with a push top lid thatswings back and forth, but it was com-pletely going around in circles.Rates: $109-199/nightWeb site: www.wellerhaus.comPhone: (859) 431-6829Address: 319 Poplar St.Bellevue, KY 41073MICHAEL E. KEATINGSix Acres Bed and Breakfast(above) was built in the 1800sand used later to hide slaves,as a stop on the UndergroundRailroad. 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Dennis Newof Queen CityRiverboat Cruises in Dayton saidboating for a living has made himajack of all trades.Its a job where you learn to doeverything, he said.New, who has been piloting boatsfor 20 years, said about 50,000 peoplecome and go here during boating sea-son typically April to October.The bulk of visitors here on cruis-es, lunches or business dinners areseen in May through September.Newsaid hell always rememberthe areas first Tall Stacks event in1988.Riverboats, ferries, yachts and plea-sure boats regularly navigate ourOhio River.Many Tristate residents say theyhave river blood running throughtheir veins. People like Joyce and JoeEngelman. The couple run Big BoneLanding Marina, where about 55pleasure boats are stored.The husband-and-wife teamenjoythe many people who come to boat,camp and fish here each season.Its right at my front door, Joycesaid. I can watch the water all day.She said the camaraderie amongboaters is another reason they love itJEFF SWINGERRiverside Marina is situated on the banks of the Ohio River in Dayton and is a good place to see scenic sunrises and sunsets.River life is good for many hereSome have come for fun, stayed to liveJEFF SWINGERThe Reef Restaurant and Bar at Watertown Marina is an outside club, with apool and full-service bar and menu.By Andrea RemkeSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER75They pulled this event out of theair, and didnt knowwhat to expect,he said. The turnout was just unbe-lievable.Alan Bernstein, owner of BB River-boats, was instrumental in startingthe Tall Stacks tradition in Cincinnati something he said is the mostunique of his river experiences.Bernstein, who has navigated boatsup and down the Ohio and Mississip-pi rivers, began life on the river as adeck hand on the Delta Queen in1970.I didnt realize then that my liveli-hood would be on the river, he said.Life on the river can be breathtakingand joyous to painful and depress-ing.Newsaid working on the rivermeans having to watch the river leveland weather forecasts closely, but itsworth it, he said.They basically pay me to go onboat rides.Vicky Bezak, a partner with Satis-faction Yacht Cruises, shares the samesentiments. Bezak said the best thinghere is the work environmentalong the river.Satisfaction caters more than 200events a year on the 90-foot luxuryyacht docked near Coney Island.Bezak said they are fortunateenough to see Cincinnatis goings on climbers on the Purple PeopleBridge, Reds games and other events all froma yacht on the river.Most people have to work in anoffice, but were down here workingon a yacht with these serene sur-roundings.Those surroundings are what drewTimPerry, 52, to the river. Perryditched city living for life on a boat 12years ago.The former Lakeside Park residentlives on a 65-foot houseboat dockedalong River Road in Cincinnati.Its a different life its usuallyquiet, he said. I like it because eventhough there are other boats around,you have the feeling of being seclud-ed.Perry said he enjoys his wildlifeneighbors ducks, birds, beavers,fox and coyote all of which he seesregularly along the river.The best part (of living on the wa-ter) is when I pull in after work in theafternoon, I can walk across the dockand Imin a whole other place, hesaid.For Capt. Shawn Somers, 34, hishome is also the river.Somers, who runs Destiny YachtCharters in Cincinnati, has lived on a36-foot Trawler called Miss Magicfor about eight years. He and otherresidents of his floating neighbor-hood help each other out, and enjoyperks that land-dwellers dont.We dont ever have to cut grass orclean out gutters, he laughed. Boat-ing has been really good. I like thefreedomand self-reliance of living onthe river.MICHAEL E. KEATINGAlong with restaurants, there is a swimming pool, sand volleyball courts, laundry and shower facilities availible atFour Seasons Marina.SARAH CONARDFour Seasons Marina is home of Paddlefest 2007, tak-ing place July 6 and 7.Want to be by the water? Try hereCRUISES/TOURSBB Riverboats, 101 RiverboatRow, Newport. www.bbriverboat-s.com. (859) 292-2449Celebrations Riverboats, 848W. Elm St., Ludlow. (513) 931-6752Queen City Riverboat Cruises,303 Dodd Drive, Dayton.www.queencityriverboats.com.(859) 292-8687Satisfaction Cruises, KelloggAve., Cincinnati. www.satisfac-tioncruises.com. (513) 231-9042KENTUCKY/INDIANA MARINASAurora Landing, 103 JudiciarySt., Aurora. (812) 926-1774Big Bone Landing Marina,14036 Boat Dock Road, BooneCounty. (859) 384-1713Constance Marina, 4228 Riv-er Road, Boone County. (859)689-7727Dans Marina, 1147 US 42,Gallatin County. (859) 567-7601Lighthouse Point Yacht Club,11042 Indiana 56. (812) 926-4505Magic Valley Boat Lodge,3370 Indiana 56N. (812) 438-3586Riverside Marina, 145 MaryIngles Highway, Dayton. (859)442-8111Watertown Yacht Club, 1301Fourth Ave., Dayton. (859) 261-8800OHIO MARINASCatalina Harbour, 1 LowlandRoad, Addyston. (513) 941-7909Destiny Yacht Charters,3653 River Road, Riverside.(513) 921-3210Four Seasons Marina, 4609Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati. (513)321-3300Mandys Landing, 4331 Riv-er Road, Riverside. (513) 451-1234Mariners Landing Marina,7405 Forbes Road, Saylor Park.(513) 941-3625RECREATIONAL LAKESBrookville Lake, Brookville,Ind. (765) 647-2657Corinth Lake, 357 McFar-land Drive, Corinth. (859) 824-5922Kincaid Lake State Park,565 Kincaid Park Road, Fal-mouth. (859) 654-3531Lake Cumberland, nearJamestown, Russell County, la-kecumberland.comWilliamstown Lake, Ky. 22,Williamstown, www.william-stownlakeky.com76 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERMuseums/ExhibitsAmerican Classical MusicHall of Fame4 W. Fourth St., Cincinnati(513) 621-3263americanclassicalmusic.orgThis is a non-profit organizationdevoted to celebrating the past, pres-ent and future of American classicalmusic.Hours: By appointment or duringperformances.Admission: Free.American Sign Museum2515 Essex Place, Cincinnati(513) 258-4020signmuseum.orgThe American Sign Museumwasfounded to informand educate thepublic, as well as business and specialinterest groups, of the history of thesign industry and its significant con-tribution to commerce and the Amer-ican landscape.Hours: By appointment only.Admission: A donation of $10 per a-dult is suggested. Call for group rates.Arts Consortiumof Cincinnati1515 Linn St., Cincinnati(513) 381-0645geocities.com/cincyartsNowlocated inside the CincinnatiMuseumCenter, this is the QueenCitys premeier center for African-American art and culture. The organi-zation has operated continuouslysince 1972.Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 1p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 9:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.Admission: Free.Behringer-CrawfordMuseum1600 Montague Road, Covington(859) 491-4003bcmuseum.orgThe Behringer-Crawford Museumis a center for the collection, presenta-tion, study and enjoyment of North-ern Kentuckys natural, cultural, visu-al and performing arts heritage.Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tuesdaythrough Friday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sat-urday and Sunday.Admission: $4 for adults (18-59); $3for seniors (60+); $3 for children (3-17); free for BCMmembers and chil-dren under 3.Cincinnati Art Museum953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati(513) 639-2984www.cincinnatiartmuseum.orgFounded in1881, this belle poquebeauty is one of the oldest art muse-ums in the nation and has some80,000 works of art including a kidfavorite, an Egyptian mummy. Thehalls crawl with kids on Family FirstSaturdays when there are puppetshows, musicians, scavenger huntsand crafts in the education center.The Asian Gallery opened this May.Club Chihuly members, Chihuligans,receive their own membership card, apersonalized birthday greeting, an in-vitation to a special July event and apacket with a design-your-own Chi-huly chandelier art activity and a spe-cial treat each time they check in atthe Chihuligan station during Fam-ily First Saturdays.Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday toSunday, open to 9 p.m. WednesdayFamily membership: $75 includes un-limited access to all special exhibi-tions plus four guest passes per year toa special exhibition and subscriptionto the Art Museums members maga-zine, 10 percent discount at MuseumShop and the Terrace Caf, free orhalf-price admission to educationalprograms and events, invitations tomember-only events, video borrow-ing privileges at the Art MuseumsMary R. Schiff Library, member-onlygroup travel packages to destinationsall over the country and the world.Day pass: free admission.Cincinnati Fire Museum315 W. Court St., Cincinnati(513) 621-5553cincyfiremuseum.comLocated in a 1907 National Regis-ter firehouse, the museum preservesGreater Cincinnatis firefighting ar-tifacts while honoring all the heroicfirefighters, past and present.Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sundays.Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for se-niors; $4 for children.CincinnatiMuseum Center1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati(513) 287-7000cincymuseum.orgUnion Terminal holds three muse-ums the Cincinnati History muse-um, the Museumof Natural Historyand Science and Duke Energy Chil-drens Museum.Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.Admission: $7.25 for adults; $5.25for children (3-12); $6.25 for seniors(60+).Cincinnati Reds Hallof Fame & Museum100 Main St., Cincinnati;(513) 765-7576reds.comThe Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fameand Museum offers a comprehen-sive look into the sports heraldedpast. Its now featuring the PeteRose exhibit, the most extensivecollection of Baseballs Hit King everassembled.Hours: (non-game days) 10 a.m. to5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Noon-5p.m. Sunday; (game days) 10 a.m.to7 p.m Sunday-Saturday. The muse-um is open only to fans with same-day game tickets.Admission: General admission, $8;senior (55+), $6; youth (3-12), $5.The ListHere are art alternatives aroundCincinnati and Northern KentuckyPATRICK REDDYThe Creation Museum in Petersburg, Ky, which opened to the public in May, is a 60,000-square-foot museum.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER77CreationMuseum2800 Bullittsburg Church Road,Petersburg, Ky.(888) 582-4253creationmuseum.orgThe Creation Museum is a60,000-square-foot center that takesvisitors on a walk through the histo-ry of the Bible, designed by a formerUniverals Studios exhibit director.Visitors will be treated to anima-tronic dinosaurs, a planetarium anda special effects theater.Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.Admission: $19.95 for adults (13-59); $9.95 for children (5-12, chil-dren under 5 are free); $14.95 for se-niors (60+)National UndergroundRailroad Freedom Center50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati513-333-7500www.freedomcenter.orgThis monument to freedom atthe gateway of the UndergroundRailroad (some 500 routes wentthrough Ohio) features arts and cul-ture exhibits and occasional per-forming arts events, such as histori-cal plays about the Civil War andheroes of the Underground Rail-road, and gospel choir concerts. Ex-periential exhibits for children in-clude a walk through a darkenedforest simulating a flight to free-dom.Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday toSundayFamily membership: $65, includesfall and spring member event, dis-counted guest tickets, invitations toUnderground Railroad tours, 10percent off in caf; $12, $10 seniors60+, $10 students, $8 children ages6 to 12, free under 6.Taft Museumof Art316 Pike St.513-241-0343www.taftmuseum.orgAlways wanted to peek inside a177-year-old Cincinnati mansion?Visit the opulent Taft Mansion, aNational Historic Landmark, tostroll through an opulent familyhome circa 1820 to see. Collectionof over 700 European and Americanworks of art. Monthly Saturday fam-ily art programs.Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday,Wednesday and Friday; 11 a.m. to 8p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.Family membership: $60 includesfree admission, free or reduced ad-mission to special exhibitions,members receptions and previews,10 percent discount in shop, quar-terly members magazine, familytours. Day passes: $7, $5 seniorsVerdin Bell andClock Museum444 Reading Rd., Cincinnativerdin.com/info/museum.htmThe sound of Verdin bells ringsfrom more than 30,000 churchesand cathedrals while these clocks,street clocks and towers beautifyand enhance thousounds of com-munities. The Verdin Company wasstarted in 1842 in Cincinnati guidedby five generations of Verdins.Hours: Guided tours are given be-tween 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Call for reservations.Admission: $3 per person.Theater/MusicAronoff Centerfor the Arts650 Walnut St., Cincinnati(513) 721-3344cincinnatiarts.org/aronoffDesigned by renowned architectCesar Pelli, the state-of-the-art facil-ity opened in October 1995. TheCenter consists of three stunningperformance spaces: Procter & Gam-ble Hall, Jarson-Kaplan Theater andFifth Third Bank Theater.Hours: Vary by event.Admission: Varies by event.Carnegie VisualPerforming Arts Center1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, Ky.(859) 491-2030thecarnegie.comThe venue has five art galleries, amagnificent turn-of-the-centurytheater and a brand new educationcenter.Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Fri-day; noon-3 p.m. Saturday.Admission: Varies by event.Cincinnati Ballet1555 Central Parkway, Cincinnati(513) 621-5282cincinnatiballet.comClassical, modern and childrensproductions run October throughMay.Hours: Vary by event.Admission: Varies by event.Cincinnati Music Hall1241 Elm St., Cincinnati(513) 744-3344cincinnatiarts.org/musichallMusic Hall is home to the Cincin-nati Symphony Orchestra, the Cin-cinnati Opera and the May FestivalChorus, among other local perform-ing arts organizations. The facilityincludes the Springer Auditoriumfor performances as well as the Mu-sic Hall Ballroom, Corbett Towerand the Critics Club.Hours: Vary depending on per-formance.Admission: Varies depending onperformance.CincinnatiOpera1243 Elm Street, Cincinnati(513) 241-2742cincinnatiopera.orgOn June 27, 1920, Cincinnati Op-era Association began its life as thesecond oldest opera company in theUnited States with a sold-out per-formance of Martha. In1972, Cincin-nati Opera moved fromthe Zoo Pa-vilion to its present venue, MusicHall. The company has also addedperformances and begun performingin repertory on 'Festival Weekends,'attracting visitors from34 states foreach of the past three seasons.Hours: Vary.Admission: Varies.CincinnatiShakespeare Festival719 Race St., Cincinnati(513) 381-2273cincyshakes.comCSF produces Shakespeare, WilliamBeckett, Moliere, Sophocles and morein a contemporary, accessible fashion.Hours: Showtimes are 7:30 p.m.Thursday-Saturday; Sunday matineesare at 2 p.m.Admission: $22 for adults; $20 for se-niors; $18 for students. Group ratesavailable.CincinnatiSymphony Orchestra1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati(513) 621-1919cincinnatisymphony.orgThe CSO entered a new era inSeptember 2001, when the dynamicyoung conductor Paavo Jrvi suc-ceeded Jess Lpez-Cobos (now Mu-sic Director Emeritus) and steppedto the podium as the orchestras12th Music Director. In his fifth sea-son as Music Director in 2005-2006,Maestro Jrvi conducts 14 subscrip-tion weeks in Cincinnati. He isexpanding the 111-year-old orches-tras repertoire with works never be-fore performed by the CSO, and willlead two additional CSO recordingprojects with the Grammy Award-winning Telarc label.Hours: VaryAdmission: VariesGreavesConcert HallNorthern Kentucky University,Highland Heights, Ky.(859) 572-6399The 637-seat Greaves ConcertHall offers listeners a warm and inti-mate setting with superb acousticsand sight lines.Hours: VaryAdmission: VariesKentucky SymphonyOrchestra540 Linden Ave. Newport, Ky.(859) 431-6216kyso.orgThe Kentucky Symphony Orches-tra was formed in1992 and is a full70- to 90-piece orchestra. It has col-laborated with many other local artorganizations including the Cincinn-nati Ballet and Playhouse in the Park.Music director is James R. Cassidy.Hours: VaryAdmission: VariesKnow Theater1120 Jackson St., Cincinnati(513) 300-5669knowtheater.comKnow Theatre of Cincinnati hasstaked its identity as Cincinnatispremiere multicultural contempo-rary theatre company. We offer di-verse programming that opens thedialogue between people of differ-ent backgrounds in Cincinnati.Hours: Vary.Admission: $15-$25Madison Theater730 Madison Ave., Covington(859) 491-2444madcappuppets.comThe Madison Theater boasts a ca-pacity of approximately1200 guests,two venues, a state of the art soundand lighting system, as well as 3 fullservice bars. There are two fully retract-able screens that will allowfor privateor public viewing of various mediafromDVDto computer projection.The theater offers a variety of live mu-sic, comedy, sports and filmevents.Hours: VaryAdmission: VariesMonmouth Theatre636 Monmouth St., Newport, Ky.(859) 655-9140monmouththeatre.comThe Monmouth Theater is one ofGreater Cincinnatis newest enter-tainment venues. On any givenweekend, your choices can rangefrom poetry to jazz standards toShakespeare to Elvis.Hours: VaryAdmission: VariesPlayhouse in the Park962 Mount Adams Circle, Cincinnati(513) 421-3888cincyplay.comThe playhouse attracts over190,000 The Playhouse in the Parkproduces an eclectic mix of come-dies, dramas, established hits, andworld premier.Hours: The box office is open:Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-8 p.m.Event times vary.Admission: Varies by event.78 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER00001720040000173696 Auto-temp switchfrom electric heatpump to gas furnace Uses the mostefficient fuel foroutside weatherconditions Thermostatcontrols andprotects systemwww.postonbrothers.com859-586-6823www.tempstar.comCall About OurDual Fuel Systems2901 Washington StBurlington, KY 41005KYMO1249BELLEEKPARIANCHINAJEWELRYARANCREW &CARDIGANSWEATERS CAPES COAT OF ARMSMUSIC BOXES IRISH FRAGRANCES &CLOTHINGDOLLSWATERFORDCRYSTALWEDDINGITEMSshop online atwww.theirishshop.com(859) 581-567750 E. 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Patrons are seated atlarge round tables where they canorder appetizers like pizzas and na-chos, and a variety of sodas, beers,and cocktails from performers dou-bling as wait-staff.Hours: Performance schedule 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday;noon Friday; 10:30 p.m. Saturday.Admission: $10-$25; group dis-counts available.Stained GlassTheatre802 York St., Newport, Ky.(859) 291-7464footlighters.orgFootlighters, Inc. was establishedin1963 by a small group of commu-nity theatre volunteers who wantedto bring theater opportunities to thewest side of Cincinnati. In1986,Footlighters moved to Newport,when they took posession of the tor-nado-damaged Salem United Meth-odist Church and converted it intothe Stained Glass Theatre.Hours: Varies by event.Admission: $17. Group rates avail-able for 10 or more. Call (513) 474-8711 for tickets.Taft Theatre317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati(513) 721-8883taftevents.comThe Taft Theatre features musi-cians, comedians, childrens showsand theater producations. 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Its anice idea, but it almost seems likepure fantasy.However, Jason and Jennifer Ev-ans made this fantasy a reality in Au-gust 2006, when the two were mar-ried at home plate in front of 100 oftheir closest friends and relatives.The Evanses, who live in Batavia,are both lifelong baseball fans. Initial-ly, they had only planned to havetheir reception at one of GABPsmeeting facilities, but when theywere informed about the possibilityof conducting the actual weddingceremony on home plate, they bothjumped at the chance.The couple was married by Bran-don Faris, a longtime friend who be-came an ordained minister so hecould performtheir wedding. Whilemany ministers may not have likedthe idea of marrying a couple at thesame place where Ken Griffey Jr.wields his Louisville Slugger, thatcould not have been less true for Fa-ris. I was thrilled to performthe cer-emony at home plate, I dont thinkanyone will ever forget Jen and Ja-sons wedding, Faris said.The Evanses say that their friendsand family could not have beenmore excited about their ballparkwedding. Our friends and familyabsolutely loved the idea! gushedJennifer.After arriving at the stadium, thewedding party took photos in thedugouts and at home plate. As theguests arrived, they were seated inthe luxurious Diamond Club sectiondirectly behind home plate, affordingthe guests an excellent viewof theproceedings. The ceremony com-menced as Here Comes the Bridewas piped in over the stadiumloud-speakers and the bride walked out ofthe first-base dugout to meet thegroomat home plate.It is probably safe to say that noone enjoyed having the ceremonyon the field more than the 4-year-old ring bearer and best man, EvanConatser. While Jennifer was admit-tedly worried that Evan, the son ofthe best man, would try to steal sec-ond base during the ceremony,Evan handled himself like an oldpro. It helped that he got to wearhis Reds cap during the wedding,she said.The couple, who held their recep-tion just down the right-field line atClub 4192, enjoyed the experience.I cant imagine a better way toget married, Jennifer said.SURE SHOT IMAGES/JENNIFER STURGILLJennifer Ross and Jason Evans (center) were married at Great American Ball Park and had their reception in the stadiums Club 4192.A wedding at home (plate)Local couple thrilledto have ceremonyat Reds ballparkBy Patrick StevensonPlan your Reds weddingGreat American Ball Park plays host to anaverage of two on-field weddings a year.That costs $2,500, but you have to holdyour reception at the ballpark, too (there arefour different areas to do that; prices vary).Call (513) 765-7065.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER810000172181THE WORLDS FINESTWALKINGSHOES5HOLHYH VWUHVV DQG IDWLJXH([SHULHQFHWKHULJKWEDODQFHEHWZHHQKHDOWK DQG FRPIRUW DQGDHVWKHWLFVDQGIDVKLRQ6HHWKHODUJHVWFROOHFWLRQLQ WKH FLWRookwoodCommons513-531-6020Let Our Pros Fit You www.specialteegolf.comSpecial Tee G LFCUSTOM CLUB FITTINGCOLERAIN9336 Colerain Ave.Cincinnati, OH 45251513.741.2066KENWOOD7790 Montgomery Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45236513.793.3673MIZUNO MX19IRONS4-GW STEEL$54999FREE BAG w/PURCHASEWILSONTITANIUM$17902 DOZ. 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Formore information on booking, please contact the RedsSpecial Events department at (513) 765-7065.The Reds Hall of Fame invites you to celebratethe 24-Year playing career of baseballs all-time hits leader, Pete Rose.More than 2,000 square feet of exhibit spaceHundreds of Rose artifacts including the4192 ball and batVideo highlightsVisit the Cincinnati RedsHall of Fame and Museum!For more information on PETE: The Exhibitor the Reds Hall of Fame,call (513) 765-7923 or visitaOom.reds.Creds.Com? - t l ? mwM.ra?_ n.w-I II V Iiiiin -; 101?i?fl o1 ??,{orrcU.T.--H82 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERWant to do more at Great Ameri-can Ball Park than just watch theReds play? Try one of these:Scoreboard messagesWant to send a special messagein a big way? The Reds will put yourmessage on the left-field scoreboardfor $35 per line. Call (513) 765-7100.Batting practiceFor $2,500, you can fulfill yourchildhood dream of taking battingpractice on the GABP field. TheReds provide the equipment,grounds crew and a pitcher, so youand your friends can focus on un-leashing your inner Griffey. It is agroup price. Call (513) 765-7065.Premium seatingFor those who crave the ultimatebaseball viewing experience, thereare the Diamond Seats. These $225seats are closer to home plate thanthe pitchers mound, and includecomplimentary in-seat food andbeverage service and a pre-gamebuffet in the private Diamond Club.Call (513) 765-7210.Luxury boxesGABP also offers luxury suitesthat accommodate 16 people. Theyoffer seating both indoor and out,television monitors, catering andclimate control. Cost varies. Call(513) 765-7500.Mascot appearancesThe Reds mascots, Mr. Red, Mr.Red Legs and Gapper, are availableto entertain guests at corporateevents, birthday parties and otherspecial occasions for $80 to $150 anhour. Call (513) 765-7000.PATRICK STEVENSONBatting practice,mascots, greatseats? 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Its free. Call (513) 556-2170.Pre-gametailgate partyBefore home football games, UCplays host to Cattitude, a gianttailgate party offering fans a chanceto mix and mingle with fellow Bear-cat fans in Marge Schott Stadium.Admission is free; food and drinksare available for purchase. Call (877)228-7849.Bearcat Family ZoneBefore home football games, theSheakley Lawn transforms into autopia for young football fans. TheBearcat Family Zone, which is free,includes youth clinics, interactivegames and an official pregame peprally. Call (513) 556-0838.Mascot and Spirit TeamappearancesYou can hire the Bearcat mascotand/or the Spirit Team to appear atyour event. Cost varies. Call (513)556-3463.MIAMIOn-court scrimmagesYou and your group can providethe halftime or postgame entertain-ment by playing on the official Mi-ami hardwood at Millett Hall, dur-ing or after a home basketball game.Available with purchase of 20 ormore tickets. Call (513) 5291700.Ice hockey VIP packageYou can get the full red-carpettreatment at RedHawks hockeygames, including (but not limitedto) a ride on the Zamboni, recogni-tion on the PA system and the videoboard and a tour of the arena. Avail-able with purchase of 20 or moretickets. Call (513) 5291700.Perform the national anthemAmerican Idol aspirers can singthe national anthem before Red-Hawk home games, or they can per-form at halftime in front of thou-sands. Available with purchase of 20or more tickets. Call (513) 5291700.High-five lineYou and a group of up to 25members can line the locker roomentranceway and 'high five' theRedHawks as they take the floor towarm up. Available with purchaseof 20 or more tickets. Call (513)5291700.XAVIERBirthday messagesRequest a birthday wish on thescoreboard at a mens basketballgame for $20. This package includesthe persons name on the CintasCenter scoreboard at halftime, a PAannouncement and a performanceof Happy Birthday by the XavierPep Band. It costs $20. Contact xu-birthday@gmail.com.Behind-the-scenes toursGet a look at the locker room,training room and Cintas Center fa-cilities. Free with purchase of wom-ens basketball group ticket package.Call (513) 745-3378.Mascot appearancesThe Blue Blob and/or DArtagnancan appear at your event to addMusketeer cheer. Availability is lim-ited. Cost is $25 per hour. Call (513)745-2856.Youth basketball teamscrimmages at halftimeYour favorite pee-wee basketballteam can take the floor at halftimeof select womens games. Free withpurchase of womens basketballgroup ticket package. Call (513) 745-3378.And for all of you college fans ..Local schools offerfeatures that make youfeel like part of the teamGLENN HARTONGXaviers mascot, the Blue Blob, gets ahug from2 year-old Jack Crane ofMount Washington. You can rent theBlob for $25/hour pending availability.By Patrick StevensonHere are some specialways to get up close andpersonal with PaulBrown Stadium:Luxury SuitesPaul Brown Stadium has 100luxury suites that can accommo-date 25 to 30 people. Variouscompanies and individuals own96 suites, leaving four available forthe general public to rent. Thesuites, which include amenitiessuch as a full wet bar, private rest-rooms, satellite television and cli-mate control, cost $14,000 to rentper game. Call (513) 455-8434.Party Deck/ClubFor pregame festivities, PaulBrown Stadium features two op-portunities for fans:The Party Deck provides an out-door setting for 50 to 100 peopleand offers comfortable seating, anarray of dining tables and cater-ing. Available on a single-gamebasis, the deck costs $11,000-$16,000.The VIP Club Party takes placein a private area in the already pri-vate Club Lounge in Paul BrownStadium, and offers parties of 30to 150 catering, luxurious furni-ture, television monitors and abar. Prices start at $10,000 pergame. Call (513) 455-8434.Wedding receptionsDuring Paul Brown Stadiumssix-year existence, eight coupleshave held wedding reception inthe club lounge. Receptions arenot football themed, but newly-weds often enter the lounge to theubiquitous Welcome to the Jun-gle anthem. Call (513) 455-8434.EventsPBS is active in the offseason,offering facilities to host all kindsof events. PBS requires a mini-mum of 50 people for a groupevent. Room rental fees vary de-pending on group size and roomavailability. Call (513) 455-4830.Mascot, cheeleaderappearancesWant a recognizable Bengalsfigure to make an appearance atyour party? Hire the mascot WhoDey or the BenGals cheerleadersto entertain guests at your nextevent for $120-$200 per hour. Call(513) 621-3550.PATRICK STEVENSONHow suite it could be2007 Bengals schedulePRESEASONThurs., Aug. 9 at Lions 7:30 p.m.Sat., Aug. 18 SAINTS 7:30 p.m.Mon., Aug. 27 at Falcons 8 p.m.Fri., Aug. 31 COLTS 7:30 p.m.REGULAR SEASONMon., Sept. 10 BALTIMORE 7 p.m.Sun., Sept. 16 at Cleveland 1 p.m.Sun., Sept. 23 at Seattle 4:05 p.m.Mon., Oct. 1 NEW ENGLAND 8:30 p.m.Sun., Oct. 7 BYESun., Oct. 14 at Kansas City 1 p.m.Sun., Oct. 21 NEW YORK JETS 4:05 p.m.Sun., Oct. 28 PITTSBURGH 1 p.m.Sun., Nov. 4 at Buffalo 1 p.m.Sun., Nov. 11 at Baltimore 4:05 p.m.Sun., Nov. 18 ARIZONA 1 p.m.Sun., Nov. 25 TENNESSEE 1 p.mSun., Dec. 2 at Pittsburgh 8:15 p.m.Sun., Dec. 9 ST. LOUIS 1 p.m.Sat., Dec. 15 at San Francisco 8:15 p.m.Sun., Dec. 23 CLEVELAND 1 p.m.Sun., Dec. 30 at Miami 1 p.m.QUICK STOP:BENGALS84 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERCincinnati Reds100 Main St., Cincinnati, 45202(513) 765-7000; reds.comMembers of Major League BaseballsNational League Central Division. Playhome games at Great American BallPark, downtown.Tickets: Range from$5-$215. Pur-chase online at reds.com, by phone at(513) 381-7337 or at the ballpark, theMajestic Dugout Shop (21 E. Fifth St.,downtown) and select tickets.comlo-cations (Visitors Center on FountainSquare, Meijer, Play It Again Sports).CincinnatiBengalsOne Paul Brown Stadium, Cincin-nati, 45202(513) 455-4800; bengals.comMembers of the NFLs AFC NorthDivision. Play home games at PaulBrown Stadium, downtown.Tickets: Range from$55-$73. Pur-chase online at bengals.com, byphone at (513) 621-8383 or at the sta-dium.CincinnatiCyclones100 Broadway, Cincinnati, 45202(513) 421-7825;cycloneshockey.comMembers of the East Coast HockeyLeague. Play home games at U.S. BankArena, downtown.Tickets: $12-$22.50. Purchase onlineat ticketmaster.comor by phone at(513) 421-7825.Cincinnati Excite530 Northland Blvd., Cincinnati,45240(513) 648-9248;cincinnati-excite.comMembers of the American IndoorSoccer League. Play home games atGameTime Training Center, Fairfield.Tickets: $12 adults, $9 students, $7children under 10. Purchase online atticketweb.comor by phone at (513)648-9248.FlorenceFreedom7950 FreedomWay, Florence, Ky.,41042(859) 594-4487;florencefreedom.comMembers of minor-league baseballsFrontier League. Play home games atChampion WindowField, Florence.Season is scheduled fromMay intoSeptember.Tickets: Range from$6-$9.50. Pur-chase online at florencefreedom.com,by phone at (859) 594-4487 or at theballpark.CincinnatiJungle Kats100 Broadway, Cincinnati, 45202(513) 381-8873;junglekatsfootball.comMembers of the Arena FootballLeague 2 (AF2). Play home games atU.S. Bank Arena.Tickets: Range from $10-$25. Pur-chase online at ticketmaster.com, byphone at (513) 562-4949 or at thearena.CincinnatiKingsP.O. Box 998, Cincinnati, 45201(513) 721-5464;cincinnatikings.comMembers of the United SoccerLeagues Second Division. Play homegames at Town & Country Sports,Wilder.Tickets: Range from $6-$9 individu-als; $30 families. Purchase online atticketmaster.com or at the field ongame days up to two hours beforekickoff.CincinnatiLadyhawks7620 Joseph St., Cincinnati, 45231(513) 772-5425;cincinnatiladyhawks.comMembers of the U.S. Soccer League W-League. Play home games at La-kota West High School. 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For more information call 859-212-GOAL or register for our freeinformation sessions by calling 513-212-CARE.www.StLukeHospitals.com/goalSt Lukeital5aHealthAlhaiiE AIF86 SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRERThe United States is hoping toclaimits first Ryder Cup since1999 and before a homecrowd.The best of Americas golfers and thebest of Europes will tee off for interna-tional bragging rights in the 37th RyderCup matches Sept. 16-21, 2008, at Louis-villes Valhalla Golf Club.America last hosted the biennialmatches in 2004 in Bloomfield Town-ship, Mich., where they lost 18-9.Valhalla, designed by Jack Nicklaus,hosted the PGA Championship in1996and 2000, and the U.S. Senior Open in2004.The games will be played undermatch play rules, so each games result isbased on holes won. The first two daysof play feature fourball (each member ofthe two-man teamplays his own ball)and foursomes (the two-man teams al-ternate shots). The last day is singles: 12one-on-one matches. A teamgets a pointfor each match victory, and each sidegets a half-point if a match ends in a tie.Europe has won five of the last sixmeetings, and the last three straight.Ticket-seekers must register through arandomdraw. Applications for the draware available this June and interestedcandidates have until September to sub-mit them. The drawis in October andnotification is in November.Ticketsrange from$40 for early practice roundsto $555 for a weekly pass that includesadmission to the International Pavilion.Organizers will also begin acceptingvolunteer applications in June. The fee is$220 and includes a volunteer badge(good for grounds and International Pa-vilion admission all six days) and uni-form(golf shirt, pants, wind jacket, hat).Information: www.rydercup.com.World Equestrian GamesIn 2010, Lexington will make equestri-an history.The city will play host to the WorldEquestrian Games at Kentucky HorsePark fromSept. 25 to Oct. 10, and thesignificance couldnt be greater.Its the first time in history that thegames are being held outside Europe.And, in those 16 days, Lexington willhost the largest equestrian sportingevent in United States history.In 2004, Gov. Ernie Fletcher an-nounced plans to submit a formal bid tobring the games here.Our great commonwealth is knownaround the world for our states signa-ture horse industry, and Kentucky wouldbe honored to host this prestigious eventright here in the Bluegrass, he said.Kentucky offered something else: thechance, for the first time, to have all theevents at one venue.Sponsored by Alltech and the Federa-tion Equestre Internationale, the worldchampionships include eight equestriansports: showjumping, dressage, event-ing, driving, reining, vaulting, endur-ance and para-equestrian.More than 500,000 spectators are ex-pected to watch 800 athletes from60 na-tions, plus 900 horses.For ticket and volunteer information,visit www.feigames2010.org.Get ready for the world2008 Ryder Cup,2010 EquestrianGames will putstate in spotlightTHE ASSOCIATED PRESSThe United States will be looking to reclaim the Ryder Cup during matches in September 2008 at Valhalla Golf Club in Lou-isville. The 12-member U.S. team is likely to include Tiger Woods (left) and Zach Johnson, who won this years Masters.PROVIDED PHOTOThe World Equestrian Games are coming to Kentucky Horse Park in 2010. Its thefirst time the games, held every four years, have been held outside Europe.By Shannon Russellsrussell@nky.comSUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER87PHOTOS PROVIDEDThe Richard Petty Driving Experience is available at Kentucky Speedway and 24 other tracks around the country. Participants can choose one of seven pro-grams, from a three-lap ride-along to advanced instruction that lasts several sessions. The programs have become popular team-building exercises.Satisfy yourneed for speedNASCAR action might look fast on TV,but theres no substitute for the real thingThe first Richard Petty site openedin 1994. 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For a price.If ever youve dreamt of being JeffGordon or Danica Patrick, you can do itat Kentucky Speedway, as part of theRichard Petty Driving Experience.Just 40 minutes south of downtownCincinnati on Interstate 71 in Sparta,the speedway offers real racing enter-tainment for up to1,000 people.Experiences start as lowas $99 perperson.Going 165 mph on four wheels islike being a bug on the windshield ofan F-16, wrote the Enquirers PeterBronson after he took a ride in 2001. Itmakes the wildest ride at Kings Islandfeel like the plastic pony on a pole infront of Kmart.The Petty Experience has expandedfromone location in1994 at LowesMotor Speedway in Charlotte, N.C., to25, including NASCAR staples like Indi-anapolis, Daytona and Bristol.The typical thing nowadays is twowords: teambuilding, said John GedneyJr., group event sales manager for theRichard Petty Driving Experience at Ken-tucky Speedway. Thats any functionwhere you can interact outside of thework environment. Thats what we cansell teambuilding in a social setting.Gedney says the Experience will ob-viously appeal to those who love motorsports, but it can also interest thrill-seekers and those who have neverwatched a race.Anyone will enjoy it, Gedney says.Its all about the experience.PROVIDED PHOTOParticipants in the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Kentucky Speedway getsome pre-track instruction on how to handle turns, read flags and stay safe.Get behind the wheeljust like The King didTo learn moreFor group discounts and reservations:Email: jgedney@1800BePetty.com(859) 743-5745; www.1800BePetty.comThe Experiencesm Ride-Along Experience, $99Ride shotgun in a two-seat stock car driv-en by a professional instructor for a NASCAR-style qualifying run.m Ultimate Race Experience, $249Experience a simulated race from the pas-senger seat. Ride for six laps from flag to flagas you experience side-by-side racing.m Rookie Experience, 1 Session, $399Your hands are on the wheel, your foot ison the gas and youre in the drivers seat foreight laps around the track. The program canlast up to half a day.m Kings Experience, 2 Sessions, $799Satisfy your need for speed while trying totame the speedway in this high-thrill, 18-lapprogram. Lasts up to half a day.m Experience of a Lifetime, 3 Sessions,$1,249Think you can handle 30 laps of heart-pounding speed? Improve your driving line,increase your speed and consider a careerchange. Lasts up to half a day.m Racing Experience, 8 Sessions, $2,499Program covers 80 laps over 1 to 1 days.Youll receive instruction on refining your drivingline, building speed and side-by-side driving.m Advanced Racing Experience, 4 Ses-sions, $2,999The greatly intensified, personal instructionmakes drivers who take this 40-lap programfeel like theyre ready to take on Petty.Source: The Richard Petty DrivingExperienceBy Ryan Clarkrclark@nky.comSWIMS1i??u GD k4$QHHLPMdl?i'e53'Eveltt! re'ss !Event ! Ma ? 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River-bend.29-July 1: Americas Celebration New-port Motorcycle Rally, newportmotorcy-clerally.com30: Hyde Park Blast. hpblast.comJULY1: All American Birthday Party, down-town riverfront. Rozzis fireworks at10 p.m. sawyerpoint.com2: Lyle Lovett and His Large Band, andk.d. lang, Riverbend.3: LaRosas Balloon Glow, Coney Is-land.3: Red, Rhythm and Boom, Mason,(513) 229-85003: NorthsideRocknRoll Carnival,www.northside.net4: Northside 4th of July Parade andFestival. www.northside.net4: Red, White and Blue Ash. blueash-.com4: Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Red,White and Boom!, Riverbend.5-7: Spirit Song Fest, with Newsboys,TobyMac,CastingCrowns,JeremyCamp;Kings Island. spiritsongfestival.com6-7: Ohio River Way Paddlefest, FourSeasons Marina. ohioriverway.org7: Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, MusicfromDreamgirls, with Bootsy Col-lins. Riverbend.8: SecondSundayonMainGlobalSalsa-tion, Over-the-Rhine. second-sundayonmain.org12, 14: Nixon in China, CincinnatiOpera, Music Hall.13-15: St. Rita Fest, St. Rita Schoolfor the Deaf, Evendale. srsdeaf.org14: TaylorHicks,KentuckySpeedway,Sparta. Concert before NASCARCraftsman Truck Series race. kentuck-yspeedway.com14-22: Western & Southern FinancialGroup Womens Open, Mason. cincyten-nis.com14-15: CincyLatino Festival, SawyerPoint, downtown Cincinnati. cincy-latino.com.14-Aug. 26: Krohn Conservatory sum-mer show, Jamaican Me Crazy. (513)421-570715: MainStrasse Village Classic CarShow, Covington. mainstrasse.org16-21: Warren County Fair, Lebanon.warrencountyfair.org17-22: Kenton County Fair and HorseShow, kentoncountyfair.blogspot.com21-Sept. 23: Saul Steinberg: Illumina-tions, Cincinnati Art Museum.21: Cincinnati Rollergirls, CincinnatiGardens. cincinnatirollergirls.com21: Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, withVanessa Williams. Riverbend.22: Bridalrama, Duke Energy Cen-ter. bridalrama.net22-28: Butler County Fair, Hamilton.butlercofair.com22-28: Clermont County Fair, Owens-ville, Ohio. clermontcountyfair.org25-26: Sheryl Crow, Fraze Pavilion,Kettering.25, 27, 29, 31: Aida, CincinnatiOpera, Music Hall.26: Jimmy Buffett, Riverbend. SOLDOUT27-28: Macys Music Festival, Cincin-nati, Paul Brown Stadium, downtownCincinnati. macysmusicfestival.com27-28: Lite Brite Indie Pop and FilmFest, Southgate House, Newport. lite-britetest.com28: FreedomFest, National Under-ground Railroad FreedomCenter.freedomcenter.org28-29: Vectren Dayton Air Show, Day-ton International Airport. vectren-daytonairshow.comAUGUST1: Vans Warped Tour, Riverbend.1-5: Hamilton County Fair, HamiltonCounty Fairgrounds, Carthage. ham-iltoncountyfair.com2-5: Worlds Longest Yard Sale, Main-Strasse Village, Covington, to Gads-den, Alabama. 127sale.com3-4: Cincy Blues Fest, Sawyer Point.cincyblues.org3-5: Gliers Goettafest, Newport Ri-verfront. goettafest.com5: Morning Glory Ride, downtownCincinnati. morninggloryride.org8: 311 with Matisyahu, Riverbend.9-12: GreatInlandSeafoodFestival,Newport Riverfront. greatinlandsea-foodfest.com10-11: Scribblejam, Annies, 4343Kellogg Ave. scribblemagazine.com10-12: UnionCenterBoulevardBash,Butler County. unioncentreblvdbash-.com10-19: Western & Southern FinancialGroup mens tennis tournament, LindnerFamily Tennis Center, Mason. cincy-tennis.com11: GalaofInternational BalletStars,ballet tech cincinnati, Aronoff Centerfor the Arts. cincinnatiarts.org11: Mount Adams Music Festival, TheMonastery, St. Paul Street, MountAdams.12: Second Sunday on Main Cele-brateEqualityandFreedomonMain,Over-the-Rhine. secondsundayon-main.org16: Kenny Chesney, Riverbend. SOLDOUT.17-19: Greater Cincinnati Boat Festival,Newport Riverfront. newportky.gov17-19: Midwest Regional Black FamilyReunion Celebration, www.mid-westbfrc.com18: Bernadette Peters, Aronoff Cen-ter for the Arts. www.cincinnatiart-s.org18: Hootie and the Blowfish, FreedomField, Florence22: Dave Matthews Band with PeteYorn, Riverbend.24-26: Taste of Blue Ash. Peter Ceteraperforms, blueash.com24-26: GermaniaSocietyOktoberfest,Colerain Township. germaniasociety-.com29-Sept.3: Alexandria Fair and HorseShow, Campbell County.30-Sept. 2: AVP Crocs Cup CincinnatiOpen (sand volleyball), Lindner FamilyTennis Center, Mason. avp.comCalendarSave these dates for concerts, plays, county fairs and moreKELI DAILEYDISCOVER EVENTSA Jimmy Buffet show at Riverbend is like a day at the beach with all yourParrothead friends.SUMMER 2007 CINCINNATI.COM/DISCOVER THE ENQUIRER 91SEPTEMBER1: Rush, Riverbend.1: Cruise-A-Palooza, Coney Island.coneyislandpark.com1-Oct. 21 (weekends only): Ohio Renais-sance Festival, Harveysburg. renfestiv-al.com2: Penn Station Riverfest and Cincin-nati Bell/WEBNFireworks, SawyerPoint and Newport Festival Park.4-Oct. 5: Dracula, Playhouse inthe Park. cincyplay.com7-9: Harvest Home Fair, Cheviot. har-vesthomefair.com7-9: MainStrasseVillageOktoberfest,Covington.7-9: The Junction Trail Festival, Mil-ford. thejunctiontrailfest.org7-Oct. 7: Romeo & Juliet, Cincin-nati Shakespeare Company. cincysha-kes.com9: Second Sunday on Main Eco-Main-ia, Over-the-Rhine. secondsundayon-main.org9: Dog Day, Beach Waterpark.10: Bengals season opener, vs. Balti-more, 7 p.m., Paul Brown Stadium10: Light up Cincinnati14-15:Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra,Music Hall. Paavo Jarvi conducts.Awadagin Pratt, piano.15-16: Cincinnati Celtic Festival, Yeat-mans Cove, downtown Cincinnati.cincinnatifolklife.com15-16: TourofRemodeledHomes,Home Builders Association of North-ern Kentucky. hbanky.com15-Dec. 31: A Slave Ship Speaks: TheWreck of the Henrietta Marie, NationalUnderground Railroad FreedomCen-ter.15-Oct. 28: KrohnConservatoryfallshow, An Oriental Mosaic.22: Country Applefest, Lebanon,countryapplefest.com22: Steve Schmidt Trio, Plaza Jazz Se-ries, Burnet Woods, corner of Cliftonand Ludlow. (513) 352-408022-23: Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, down-town Cincinnati. www.oktoberfest-zinzinnati.com22-23: Blue Ash Airport Days, airport-days.com22, 23, 29, 30: Falloween Fest, ConeyIsland.22-Oct. 21: Othello, Playhouse inthe Park.25-Oct. 7: My Fair Lady, BroadwayAcross America Cincinnati. cincin-natiarts.org26-29: MidPoint Music Festival, down-town Cincinnati. mpmf.com28-30: Newport Oktoberfest. newport-ky.gov28-30, Oct. 5-7: ParadeofHomes,Steeplechase Community, Union, Ky.Home Builders Association of North-ern Kentucky. hbanky.com28-Oct. 17: 20/20 Festival, cincin-natiarts.org29: Bill Cosby, Belterra Casino Re-sort, Florence, Ind.29-30: Great Outdoor Weekend, Cin-cinnati Nature Center. CincyNature.orgOCTOBERTBD: FearFest, Kings Island, pki-.com; Shocktober, Cincinnati MuseumCenter; U.S.S. 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Terence Wil-son, piano.DECEMBER1: Historic Lebanon Horse-Drawn Car-riage Parade and Christmas Festival, (513)932-11001-30: A Christmas Carol, Playhousein the Park.7-9: Seussical, Jr., Childrens The-atre of Cincinnati.14-16: Happy Holidays from the Cincin-nati Pops Orchestra, Erich Kunzel con-ducts, with Manhattan Transfer.14-16: TheDrowsyChaperone,Broadway Across America Cincinnati.cincinnatiarts.org14-16: Cincinnati Winter Sports Festival,Duke Energy Center and NorthernKentucky Convention Center. cincin-natiwintersportsfestival.com15: Reindog Parade, Mount Adams.mtadamstoday.com29-30: Boars Head Festival, ChristChurch Cathedral. boarsheadfestival-.comJANUARY9: Disneys High School Musical: TheIce Tour, U.S. Bank Arena.9-Feb. 3: Wicked, Broadway AcrossAmerica Cincinnati. cincinnatiart-s.org12-13: Cincinnati SymphonyOrchestra,Paavo Jarvi conducts. 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