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Clermont CASA for Clermont Kids! Spring Gala was a Success

Submitted by Annette Meagher, Clermont County Communications Director
Monday, May 6th, 2013, 9:18am
Clermont CASA for Clermont Kids! Spring Gala was a Success

BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - CASA for Clermont Kids! held its annual Spring Gala on Friday April 26, 2013 at Receptions in Eastgate. Nearly $70,000 was raised to provide advocates for the abused and neglected children of Clermont County. This year the Emcee of the event was Brendan Keffe, WCPO Channel 9 Investigative Reporter and Multi-Media Journalist. The featured guest speaker was Bonnie Bazil-Davis, President of Speak Out Services and a former chemical dependency counselor. Bazil-Davis is well known for her unique workshops that include her personal incest recovery experiences, creative storytelling and presentations of her current research. The event sold-out this year, those interested in attending are encouraged to save the date for next year to be held on April 25, 2014.

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Clermont resident turned romance novelist to visit the library

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Friday, May 3rd, 2013, 10:09am
Clermont resident turned romance novelist to visit the library

UNION TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - In her popular book series about a fictional Texas town called Sultry Springs, author Macy Beckett combines romance, humor and small--town antics to create page--‐turning stories readers are falling in love with.

Beckett is a former middle school teacher and lived in 11 states before settling down in Clermont County with her husband and three children. She calls herself a "compulsive
over--‐reader."

"My appetite for books is insatiable," Beckett said. "While  I enjoy all genres of fiction, I'm always drawn to romantic plots. There's no substitute for a happy ending, and let's face it: I'm in love with love!"

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"An Afternoon of Awareness" A Mental Health Awareness Event

Submitted by Annette Meagher, Clermont County Communications Director
Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 3:45pm
"An Afternoon of Awareness" A Mental Health Awareness Event

On Saturday, May 18th, the FAST TRAC Family Advisory Group members and the FAST TRAC Lead Family Contact, Peer Support Partners and other System of Care agencies will participate in an event to help alleviate the stigma of mental illness through a collaborative effort to provide a day for families and the community to meet, network, share information and enjoy a day of fun and learning.  This event is made possible by the FAST TRAC System of Care, an initiative of the Clermont County Mental Health and Recovery Board.  Funding is provided by a grant from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration.  

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Clermont County families are invited to YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Friday, April 5th, 2013, 4:50pm
Clermont County families are invited to YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day

BATAVIA, OH (FOX19) - A free community event is being held for Clermont County families at the YMCA.

YMCA's Healthy Kids Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 27 from 10am  - 12pm in order to get kids moving and learning, and families living healthier.

Healthy Kids Day is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of families and to help them get a jump on creating a healthier summer. Clermont Family YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day will feature fun active play and educational activities that will inspire kids to carry a spirit of excitement and exploration throughout their summer, including gardening, library activities, and other low cost family friendly options for the summer.

YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day takes place at Clermont Family YMCA, 2075 James Sauls Sr. Drive in  Batavia. For more information, call (513)724-9622 or visit myy.org.

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Library to host folk rock concert

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Friday, March 22nd, 2013, 11:18am
Library to host folk rock concert

UNION TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - Local folk rock band The Tillers is bringing the noise to the Clermont County Public Library.

“This year we’re starting a brand new program called ‘Sounds from the Stacks,’ in an effort to bring more bands and musical groups to the library,” said Adam Baker, communications manager for Clermont County Public Library. “This upcoming concert is something we’re really excited about. It will be held after hours and offer people a completely different library experience.”

Many consider the band, The Tillers, one of Cincinnati's favorite folk/Americana acts.  The group is loved by people of all ages. The members are described as colorful musicians with an unforgettable mix of folk, bluegrass, jazz, punk and rock. The Tillers have been playing together since 2007 and tour across the county.

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Find an Easter event in your community

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Monday, March 18th, 2013, 12:00pm
Find an Easter event in your community

(FOX19) - Easter Sunday is on March 31 and there are plenty of fun activities happening between now and then.

Click to view our list of family-friendly Easter fun!

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Olympic gold medalist joining grand opening of furniture store in Eastgate

Submitted by kkinley, Neighborhood Reporter
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 12:31pm
Olympic gold medalist joining grand opening of furniture store in Eastgate

EASTGATE, OH (FOX19) - St. Vincent de Paul is joining Morris Home Furnishings, Ashley Furniture HomeStore and Olympic gold medalist Mary Wineberg to help raise awareness for the Kids Dream Too! program.

From now through December 31, 2013, up to one percent of all mattress purchases from Greater Cincinnati locations of The Better Sleep Shop at Morris Home Furnishings and Ashley Home Furniture HomeStore will help St. Vincent de Paul provide beds, sheets, blankets and pillows to children from struggling families in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky .

Mary Wineberg, a graduate of Walnut Hills High School and the University of Cincinnati and a gold medal winner in the 4 x 400 Meter Relay at the Beijing Olympics, knows a thing or two about striving to achieve a dream, making her a natural spokesperson for Kids Dream Too.

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