This neighborhood newsletter provides updates about police activity, crime stoppers, and community events in the Heritage Club, The Woods, and Medinah neighborhoods. It includes a breakdown of police incidents from May 16th to June 15th, with one reported theft and criminal damage. It encourages residents to submit back to school photos, Labor Day weekend photos, and recipes. It also welcomes a new neighbor and congratulates two local girls and their soccer team on winning a state championship. Contact information is provided for important HOA websites and upcoming community golf outings that support local charities.

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T he O f f ici a l P ubl i c at i on Of T he HOAs Of The He r it age C lub, The Wo o ds, And Me di na h At He r it age C lub
Photo provided by
Just Kids Photography

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3. Note
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h o a co n tac t i n f o r m at i o n :
www.n2pub.com
Bill Partridge, President Tim Reisinger, Maxwell Pod © 2012 Neighborhood Networks Publishing, Inc.
william.partridge@gmail.com timreisinger@hotmail.com
Heritage Club Pod ADVERTISING INFO b.hayes@n2pub.com
Denny Martin, Maxwell Pod
Publisher’s
Mickey Schonhoft, Heritage Club Pod martin4220@aol.com N. CINCINNATI Bernadette Hayes
mschonhoft@gmail.com AREA DIRECTOR 513-846-4606
Carol Hammons, Colt Pod
Dieter Moeller, Ross Pod chammons@cinci.rr.com N. CINCINNATI EDITOR Elizabeth McCabe
dieterm@aol.com
SALES MANAGER Emily Gilmartin
CONTENT COORDINATOR Evonne Marinakis
Property Management Company
Scott Losekamp, Association Manager Medinah at Heritage Club ADVERTISING COORDINATOR Marci Fenter
Towne Properties Asset Management Stonegate Property Management, Inc.
489-4059 (phone) Nancy M. Frankenfield CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Nancy Young, Evonne Marinakis, Rachel Giesel,
Can you believe that we are wrapping up the end of the vacation pictures and Labor Day weekend pictures for the Heri-
scottlosekamp@tp1.com 513-528-3990 Elizabeth McCabe
summer? Very soon it will be time for my oldest son to start tage HOMEfront!
To view Heritage HOMEfront online, go to tinyurl.com/hchomefront. CONTRIBUTING Webb Photography Kindergarten! It’s an exciting time for our family. I hope that
To see some magazine pictures in color, go to tinyurl.com/hchfphotos.
PHOTOGRAPHERS 513-746-1810 you have enjoyed this summer and all the special moments that Be sure to enjoy the month of August and make time for your
Neighborhood Clubs / Organizations
www.junewebbphotography.com this season brings. Time with family, time with friends, and time loved ones! I know that I will!
to just sit back and relax is never overrated. Soaking in the sun is
DISCLAIMER: Any articles included in this publication and/or opinions expressed therein do not necessarily reflect the
also such a blessing! Best regards,
Bernadette
Bridge Mah Jongg
views of N2 Publishing but remain solely those of the author(s). The paid advertisements contained within the Heritage
June Kazin - 573-9392 Stephanie Broshear - 398-8131 HOMEfront magazine are not endorsed or recommended by N2 Publishing or the publisher. Therefore, neither N2 Publishing
nor the publisher may be held liable or responsible for business practices of these companies. Note: When community With the end of summer comes time for back to school! We
Book Club (Wednesday afternoon) Kindervelt events take place, photographers may be present to take photos for that event and they may be used in this publication.
would love to see your pictures of your little one’s first day at
Carol Hammons - 573-7036 Michelle Moran - 240-9770
school. This momentous event is a milestone for many parents Bernadette Hayes
Book Club (Evening) and we wouldn’t want to miss it either. Feel free to send us your North Cincinnati Area Director
Trish O’Conner – 336-0095 snapshots of your child’s first bus ride, first day of high school 513-846-4606
or maybe a group shot at the bus stop! We are also looking for b.hayes@n2pub.com
I mp o r t a n t P h o n e N u m b e r s Primrose School
(513) 469-1112 Time-Warner Cable
of Mason
(513) 591-7700 Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) 5888 Snider Rd
(513) 459-7711 Heritage Country Club Mason, OH 45040
On the Cover
513.336.6756
(513) 925-2525 Non-emergency Police and Fire Depts
800-544-6900 Duke Energy
Madeline and Riley Jones, Kennedy and Margo Mattes, Whitney and Courtney Kaemmer
(513) 298-3000 West Chester Hospital
www.primrosemason.com
Schools
(513)459-2850 Mason Intermediate Campus
(513)398-9035 Mason Middle School
(513)398-5025 Mason High School
(513)398-3821 St. Susanna Elementary School
(513)247-0900 Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
Educational Child Care for Infants through
(513) 770-3223 Mars Hill Academy
Private Kindergarten and After School
Heritage HOMEfront
Jennifer Mueller, Contact for the Woods
dmueller10@cinci.rr.com
©2011 Primrose School Franchising Company. All rights reserved.
Michelle Moran, Contact for Medinah at Heritage Club
kmichellemoran@gmail.com

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This section has been created to give you easier access when searching for a HOME THEATER NAIL SALON REAL ESTATE SALON
trusted neighborhood vendor and service provider to use. Take a minute to
familiarize yourself with the businesses sponsoring the Heritage
SYSTEMS Caravelle Nail Spa Jean Raga- Sibcy Cline Lunatic Fringe
HOMEfront. Hanson Audio Video (513) 777-2666 (513) 677-1830 (513) 795-1542
(937) 293-6200
These local businesses are proud to partner with your neighborhood and
make this newsletter possible. Please support these businesses and thank
PAINTING Madeline Hoge-Sibcy Cline TRANSPORTATION
them for supporting Heritage Club! HOTEL Anne Tabor Painting (513) 659-0095 & TAXI
Holiday Inn I-275 North (513) 266-3412 All Around Taxi
(513) 563-8330 Sandra Peters - Comey Shepherd (513) 894-8500
Market Ready Home Services (513) 300-2518
Wingate by Wyndham (513) 289-9231 TUTORING / COLLEGE
AUTO DEALERSHIP BUSINESS COACHING FAMILY FUN & GRANITE / MARBLE / (513) 777-1101 REMODELING / HOME PREP
Performance Lexus Focal Point Coaching PARTIES NATURAL STONE Master Touch IMPROVEMENT Huntington Learning Center
(513) 677-0177 (937) 572-2368 Jump & Jack's Cincinnati Stone Works INSURANCE (513) 759-1685 Pendery Construction (513) 489-5777
(513) 779-5867 (513) 777-7090 Kathy Carroll- Met Life (513) 965-9393
Porsche of Kings Automall CARPET CLEANING (513) 543-3220 PHOTOGRAPHY WEB SITE DESIGN
(513) 851-5900 Widmer's FINANCIAL SERVICES HANDYMAN AND Just Kids Photography deStefano Brothers Remodeling De Novo Dezign
(513) 321-7600 Edward Jones, Bill Lendl REMODELING State Farm- Meinberg (513) 847-4417 (513) 755-7471 (513) 886-7010
AUTOMOTIVE BODY (513) 777-5555 SERVICES (513) 891-0100
REPAIR CATERING Handyman Connection Tina Lay Photography RESTAURANT WEIGHT LOSS /
West Chester Autobody At Your Service FITNESS (513) 733-3777 LAWN CARE / (513) 602-6083 Geisha Hibachi Grill & Sushi Bar NUTRITION
(513) 777-3857 (513) 847-4584 Pilates Cycling of Mason MAINTENANCE (513) 777-3888 Advanced Wellness
(513) 428-1129 HEALTH & HOME Lawn Improvement Team Webb Photography (513) 407-5775
BALLOON & PARTY CHIROPRACTOR Angela Henry (513) 839-0367 (513) 746-1810 Jag's Steak & Seafood
SUPPLIES Delta Chiropractic FLOORING (513) 258-3455 (513) 860-5353 WINE SHOP
Party Discounters (513) 398-2000 Market Ready Home Services LIFE INSURANCE PLUMBING SERVICES Little Sonoma Fine Wines
(513) 755-6974 (513) 289-9231 HEATING & AIR Western & Southern Life Fox Plumbing LLC UNO Chicago Grill (513) 942-9463
Live Well Chiropractic Center CONDITIONING (513) 282-2181 (513) 259-0699 (513) 942-6646
BANKING (513) 285-7482 GARAGE MAKEOVERS Thomas & Galbraith
First Financial bank Garage Storage and More (513) 825-6805 MASSAGE PRESCHOOL ROOFING
(513) 234-7100 CONCIERGE SERVICES (513) 779-3400 Lighthouse Massage Therapy Primrose of Mason CONTRACTORS
Best Friend Errand Service True Energy Smart Air (513) 543-1716 (513) 336-6756 Fasten Pro Roofing
Peoples First Savings Bank (513) 283-4535 Ideal Garage Solutions (513) 457-4275 (513) 774-9495
(513) 398-1040 (513) 562-7542 Massage Envy - West Chester The Goddard School
DENTIST HOME (513) 779-7444 (513) 398-2777
BEAUTY SALON Hardin Advanced Dentistry GARDEN CENTER IMPROVEMENT
Exquisite Beauty Spa (513) 322-2122 Berns Landscaping Champion Windows
(513) 779-0343 (513) 423-5306 (513) 898-1694

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Crime Stoppers
During this period there was some police activity within our neighborhoods including
criminal damage to the wall in the Braid Pod. However, immediately following this
The accompanying table shows a break- reporting period, there was a serious home invasion and robbery on Ross Lane. Sta-
down of police activity for the one-month tistics reflecting this robbery will be compiled in next month’s report. These statistics
period beginning May 16, 2012 and end- remind us that we should continue to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity that
ing June 15, 2012. This summary table we see to the Mason police (925-2525).
is compiled from Mason Police incident
logs for the period. This report does not cover residents of the Woods as their subdivision is outside the
jurisdiction of the Mason Police Department.
MAY 16, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 15, 2012
Theft, Criminal Traffic Crash, Suspicious Extra Alarm Drops and
Area
Damage No Injury Activity Patrols Other
Ross Pod - - - 1 -
Heritage Club Pod - - - - 8
Maxwell Pod - - 1 6 13
Colt Pod - - - 1 3
Braid Lane 1 - - - 3
The Woods*
Total 1 - 1 8 27
* The Mason Police Department does not tabulate incidents in The Woods.
“If you must leave your car outside a locked garage, take care to remove any valuables at night” – Mason Police

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treasure for years to come. What better picnic, a pool party, or go down to the see appetizer. Whatever the case, if your
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school than putting it in your neighbor- pictures in an upcoming edition. ers will too!
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Shout out Welcome . . .
New neighbor, Val Scholl (far
Congratulations to. . .
right) of Maxwell Drive, was
welcomed to the 'hood with
lunch at Heritage Club by Sue
McCafferty, Julie Wilson, Rita
Armentrout, and Sue Smith. Val
and her husband, David Scholl,
relocated here from the Denver,
Colorado area.
save
September 21, 2012 – Friday – Third annual “54 for 54” golf outing at Heritage Club.
Chaired by Greg Scheid, Mike Quinn and Jeff Vaughn and benefiting A Kid Again. For fur-
Date
ther info contact Michelle Johnson at 232-5104.
Emma Thacker is 4th from left on the back row, and Hannah Martin (from The
the September 24, 2012 – Monday – Jeff Vaughn’s Sixteenth Annual “Bring a Foresome Golf
Woods) is 2nd from right on the back row. Scramble” benefiting A Kid Again at Heritage Club. Contact Michelle Johnson at 232-5104.
Emma Thacker and her soccer team, October 12, 2012 – Friday – Don Greer Memorial Scholarship Fund golf outing at Heritage
including Hannah Martin (resident from Club. For further info contact the Heritage Club Golf Shop at 459-8105.
the Woods), who won the 2012
Ohio State Cup championship
last weekend. The team is Warren
County United U14 girls Blue. Meet Neighbors….Eat FREE Food….
They head to Regionals in June in
Saginaw, Michigan.
What a huge honor!
Try a New Restaurant
Are you tired of cooking night after night? Wouldn’t it be nice
Lindsay and Jeff Vaughn on the birth of their son, Jay. if someone else would prepare dinner for you? Well, this is
your chance! Why don’t you join us for this month’s Restaurant
Review? We would love to have you! Even if you have never
joined us before, now is your perfect opportunity. Our featured
Josh Vonderhaar was accepted to the University of Chicago for the summer session as restaurant this month is RJ’s Sports Pub, which is located on
a junior in high school. He will be taking macroeconomics and ethics for college credit 7886 Cincinnati-Dayton Road. Feel free to join on August 13
and will be gone for a month to study and live at the university. from 6:30–8:30 pm.
Jacob Vonderhaar was accepted into Mason High School's Student Ambassador In exchange for this FREE opportunity to sample the amaz- If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to
program. He will be working with incoming freshmen, new students and current ing dishes that R.J.’s serves, residents are asked to provide their specialevents@n2publishing.com. We do have limited seating
students as a resource for and about Mason schools. They try to provide a welcoming input regarding the experience. Please note that residents are also for this event, so please RSVP only if you are positive that you
atmosphere to new and incoming students and help with orientations and schedules in asked to pay for their own “adult” beverages and provide a tip of $5 can attend. When all spots are taken, we will start a wait list in
addition to many other leadership activities per person for the great service. the event of a cancellation.

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Just Kids Photography
Captured Moments in Time
with a Portrait Party
By Elizabeth McCabe | Photos by Just Kids Photography
On May 30th, three families from Heritage Club had an
incredible time at Just Kids Photography for their very own
Portrait Party! The Mattes family, Kaemmer family, and the
Jones family took their little ones to Just Kids Photography,
located on 6464 Cincinnati-Dayton Road for this event. For
this Portrait Party, Kennedy and Margo Mattes, Madelyn and
Riley Jones, and Whitney and Courtney Kaemmer had the
time of their lives choosing festive outfits and hair accessories
available exclusively at the studio. Once in their party attire,
the girls were photographed together and individually.
In case you have never heard of Just Kids Photography, they
recently opened their doors in April this year by owners Kathie
Wurtzler and Susan Murphy. Kathie is a graduate of Ohio Pho-
tography Institute, a master photographer with PPA (Profes-
sional Photographers of America), a five-time Kodak Gallery
Award Winner, and a trusted seminar speaker on photograph-
ing children. She and her husband, Gregg, photograph senior
portraits at their Wurtzler Photography studio.
ask you what colors you decorate with in dips for all to munch on. If you are in the
Kathie, however, had a deep longing in her heart: she wanted order to “create custom art pieces for your mood for authentic Mexican food, Qdoba
to photograph “just kids.” With the help of her sister, Susan home.” Whether you want a wall portrait, Mexican Grill will satisfy your cravings
Murphy, who always wanted to have her own business, Just Kids a storyboard, or a collection package, Just with their quesadillas, burritos, taco sal-
Photography was born. Kids Photography can accommodate you. ads, and more. We thank them for their
Best of all, there are no session fees. support of this event.
The sisters transformed an old farmhouse into a charming bou-
tique studio. This studio is not your average studio, however. Just The patriotic Portrait Party, enjoyed by If you want to learn more about Just Kids
Kids Photography provides tutus, petticoats, dresses, leggings, Heritage Club families, was sponsored Photography, just check out their website
and skirts for girls to use. There are also many options for boys by The HOMEfront Magazine and Little at www.justkidsphotography.com. This
and accessories for all. Portrait Parties can also be scheduled for Sonoma Fine Wine and Gourmet Foods, website will give you all the information
children. which provided wine and fruit trays for that you need; plus, you can see galler-
the event. Little Sonoma Fine Wine and ies of exceptional photographs. Or, you
The main focus of Just Kids Photography is children’s photog- Gourmet Foods can provide you with a might want to just give them a call at
raphy. They focus on children ages zero through adolescence. large selection of California wines as well 513-847-4417. They would love to help
However, they also photograph small families with children as as wines throughout the world. This Por- you create a memorable art piece of your
well. Just Kids Photography provides phone consultations so trait Party was also sponsored by Qdoba little one!
they can design a set around a family’s preferences. They will Mexican Grill, which provided chips and

9. 16 Heritage Homefront August August Heritage Homefront NeighborhoodNews 17
Cooks’
corner
By JoEllen Reynolds
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1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded or romaine
2 cups of fresh ripe pineapple chunks
1 medium red onion, sliced thin
1–2 large avocados, peeled and sliced
Fresh lime

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Sue and Rich Smith, hosts of the Sponsor Appreciation
Reception
yard
News
Congratulations Tim and Denise Hopkins 4139 Maxwell Drive Laura and Vito Peraino, sponsors Dr. Masood Ahmad of the Allergy and Asthma Madeline Hoge of Sibcy Cline Realtors Northeast and
month
OF THE Center, Elizabeth Smith and Amy Mueller (Co-Chairs Tom Hoge
of Lunch at the Links)
The Yard of the Month page is designed to feature some of the best yards in our community. This is not a con-
test. In fact if you have a great yard or can recommend one, please email content@n2publishing.com. We
Photos by WEBB Photography are always looking for more spectacular yards!
Kindervelt 19
By Rita Armentrout
A Sponsor Appreciation Reception for the supporters of Lunch
at the Links V was held June 7th at the home of Sue and Rich
Kathy Francis of Kathy Francis Interiors, Shakila Ahmad, Debbie Wagner, Chair of Smith. Kindervelt officers and Lunch at the Links committee
Wall of Purses members assembled to thank those sponsors who could attend.
Elizabeth Smith and Amy Mueller, Co-Chairs of Lunch at the
Links, presented a plaque to Dr. Masood Ahmad of the Allergy
and Asthma Specialty Center for his generous support of the
event for the past three years as Presenting Sponsor.
Other major sponsors were Teva Pharmaceuticals, Kathy Francis
Interiors, Madeline Hoge of Sibcy Cline, The Windsor Group,
Sam's Club Foundation, Pierce’s Lawn Care and Landscaping,
and The Woods on Wilkens.
This year’s Lunch at the Links V
raised over $21,000 to support asthma
research at Cincinnati Children’s
Hospital Medical Center.
Jim and Kathleen McVicker and Michelle Moran, representing J & K Construction
Co.; Keith Moran, representing Ernst & Young

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Jenna McLeod on Tillinghast Ct is a graduate of Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy
“Signs
of the Times”
Con”GRAD”ulations! Class of 2012!!
James Nosek on Braid Lane graduated Magna Cum Laude with Honors. This fall,
James will be attending: University of Missouri – MIZZOU (in Columbia, Mis-
souri) School of Journalism. He was a sportswriter and columnist for Mason High
School’s The Chronicle student newspaper and www.thecspn.com (The Comet Stu-
dent Press Network).
Sara Ahmed on Mackenzie Ct graduated from Summit Country Day School with
Honors and is going to Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland this fall. Sara
did a monumental job as a Senate Member at high school and was involved in Leaders
and Scholars Program at her school.
Matthew Francis on Braid Lane Melissa Iannuzzi on Maxwell Drive grad-
graduated from Mason High School. uated from Mason High School and will
be attending Butler University in the fall.
Maria Jose Hurtado on Mackenzie Ct graduated with Magna Cum Laude. She was a Elias Magana on Braid Lane is a gradu-
member of the German National Honor Society and the National Art Honor Society. ate of Mason High School and will
She will be attending the College of Arts and Architecture at the Pennsylvania State be majoring in Business at Lipscomb
University. University. Elias would also like to be a
missionary. continued...

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...continued
Evening
Joey Collins graduated from Mason High School and will be attending the University
of Cincinnati.
Book Club
The Evening Book Club has met touch with Major Pettigrew, a really delightful chap, who is fac-
Fridays at noon at the Heritage ing the challenges of loneliness, the generation gap, encroaching
Club pool during June and July. development, racial bias, social mores, sibling rivalry, and his
We read and discussed Major Pet- own truly heartfelt feelings (which he thought had long been
tigrew’s Last Stand, a New York decided and set forever). The Major’s own evolving humanity
Times bestseller and first novel gets in the way of his dyed-in-the-wool opinions and the result
by Helen Simonson. Most agreed makes a lovely light story and perfect summer reading.
that they would like to keep in
Monica Lynde on Raynor Court graduated Summa Cum Laude and will be attending
Loyola University in Chicago. By Rita Armentrout
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Morgan Prescott on Ross Drive graduated from Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy.
3476 Irwin Simpson Road, Suite 111
Mason, Ohio 45040 513-543-1716
Cara Nwankwo on Maxwell Drive is a Maria Staley on Neville Street graduated
2012 graduate of Cincinnati Hills from Mason High School.
Christian Academy.

13. 24 Heritage Homefront August August Heritage Homefront 25

14. 26 NeighborhoodNews Heritage Homefront August August Heritage Homefront NeighborhoodNews 27
BUSINESS beat
pets
precious
By Brad Leffler, Owner of “Leave It On Us”
Following up with “Leave It On Us”
When I began my business in the summer of 2008, I was just
looking for a little something to take up some of my time. Back By Elizabeth McCabe
then I had about 10 clients, which was perfect for what I was
thinking. My typical daily routine was washing a golf cart and
watering some flowers.
Furry Friend
Now, in our 5th year of business, we have approximately 30
clients and it is only 2 or 3 weeks into the summer! The typical
Briar Rose
daily routine has also changed. I wake up early in the morn-
ing to let many dogs out and then water flowers and go back
Iannuzzi
to play with the dogs for the rest of the day. I really couldn't be
any happier with what I am doing and how well my business is
doing!
Everyone needs a four-legged-friend in their lives, and the Iannuzzi family is no exception. Although this
Don’t forget to contact Leave It On Us for all of your vacation bearded collie is officially known as Briar Rose Iannuzzi, they call her BRI for short. Interestingly, the breeder
services! Leave It On Us is run by teenager Brad Leffler, a Heri-
named this precious pet after none other than Sleeping Beauty. With Karen and John Iannuzzi’s daughter,
tage Club resident. He watches pets, waters flowers, and does
countless other things while you are on vacation! Be certain to Melissa, into Disney princesses at the time, Karen says that they “knew this was the right dog for us.”
contact Brad at (513)-253-3806 or brad@leaveitonus.com.
Briar was originally born in Bucks Coun- and how patient she was “sitting so still, Briar also loves to exercise. At the sight
ty, Pennsylvania on April 14, 2001, but waiting to get on her way.” But California of her leash, she will start barking and
she found her real home in October 2002 was not Briar’s permanent residence. She jumping because the thought of a walk
when she was introduced to the Iannuzzi actually moved again in 2008 on a 2,500- excites her that much! However, she is
family. It was Melissa who really wanted mile trip east. On this trip, Briar traveled not very interested in chasing the geese,
a dog. After some careful research, it was in an air-conditioned van and became an as most dogs are.
decided that a bearded collie would be instant favorite of the driver’s daughter
the best fit for the family. because of her playfulness. The funniest thing about Briar is that a
mere haircut takes about 20 pounds off
This dog is quite the traveler, too. Karen Her playfulness is one of the traits that of her. Many people think that she is a
explains, “Within 8 months of her adop- make her the unique dog that she is. Briar big and heavy dog that sheds a lot; but in
tion she was on the road traveling 3000 especially loves to play with her Frisbee. reality she is only 40 pounds of fluff. She
miles with my father and brother in my This dog has also become popular with doesn't ever shed, believe it or not.
Call 513-733-3777 Yukon, getting transported from Phila- others, particularly the golfers on the
Service you can trust! delphia to Napa, California.” Briar took green. In fact, many golfers refer to her This four-legged friend has been a wel-
the 3,000 miles in style, lying on the back as the “dog at the top of hole 7” since she come addition to the Iannuzzi family.
Done Right! seat eating pretzels, playing Frisbee at the is usually sitting out on her chain or run- They are so glad to have found Briar and
Done Quick! rest stops, and sleeping at dog-friendly ning after a Frisbee. However, Briar is not are looking forward to many more years
Guaranteed! hotels. At one point along the trip, some- a fan of the golf course equipment and of happiness (and Frisbee throwing) with
one even complimented Briar, comment- tends to chase after the workers’ carts in their precious pet!
See pictures & learn more about us at ing what a “lifelike stuffed dog” she was the morning when she walks the course
http://butler-warren.handymanconnection.com
with her owner.

15. 28 Heritage Homefront August August Heritage Homefront NeighborhoodNews 29
kids
corner The Goddard School® located in
Mason, OH, recommends trying new
activities with your child!
Beach-Themed Kids’ Jokes
1. What are the two richest fish in the sea?
2. Where does a fish go to get money??
3. What do sea monsters eat?
4. Why don’t lobsters share??
5. What is the most famous sea creature?
Cool Summer Games
Try these water activities with your children and keep them
“cool” in the hot August weather!
Water Works
This game is played like musical chairs. Play music while chil-
dren run, skip and jump through a water sprinkler. After a short
amount of time, stop the music. The child in the sprinkler when
the music stops is in charge of controlling the music in the next
round!
Frozen Toes
Fill a wading pool with cool water and ice cubes. Give each
child a bucket. Ask the children to transfer as many ice cubes
as they can from the pool to their bucket – using their feet! The
child with the most ice cubes is the winner!
*Safety First: A parent or guardian should always be present when
children are engaged in water play. Parents should use their discre-
tion regarding age-appropriate games for their children.
Kids’ Jokes Answers:
shellfish! 5. A sea star!
1. goldfish and a silverfish! 2. The riverbank! 3. Fish and ships! 4. Because they are

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athlete of the
MONTH
By Resident, Eavan Reed
Meet Eavan Reed, Ellie & Abbie Myers
Gymnastics State Champion!
Name: Eavan Reed
Age: 9
Ashlyn Gigliotti, Merrin Hicks, Caroline, Emily and John Fischer
School: Western Row
Heritage Club
Sport/Activity: Gymnastics
News
How long have you participated? Seven years. I started when I
was 2.
Grant & Alexis Veldhuis
Where do you normally practice? Perfection Gymnastics
Are you on a team? Yes Kids’ Craft Night at Heritage Club
Each month, Heritage Club hosts Kids’
Who is your favorite teacher? Miss Robin Craft Night and for the month of June,
the kids made gifts for Dad for Father’s
Who do you idolize in gymnastics? Nastia Liukin Day. Paint-N-Play came as a special
guest and helped the kids make coffee
Have you met anyone famous? Yes! Nastia Liukin, John Roeth- mugs for Dad!
lisberger, and John Macready
Have you traveled anywhere related to gymnastics? Yes, to
Chicago, Michigan, Tennessee, and Kentucky
What events have you participated in? Bars, beam, floor, and
vault
What awards or honors have you received? Winning the state
of Ohio Gymnastics Meet What is your favorite moment? When I split the beam in Chi-
cago. I got back up and finished my routine. All the parents
What have you learned from participating? That you should be thought it was the highlight of the season.
proud of yourself no matter what
Any tips for someone wanting to try gymnastics? Don’t get
What do you like the most about gymnastics? The bars frustrated, and remember to breathe! Painting mugs for Dad! Alexis Veldhuis & Olivia Himes

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fourth course it was. We all had a plate with a Mini
Brownie, warmed with Peanut Butter Fudge Gelato,
and a piece of Peanut Brittle on the side. We also sam-
pled the Mini Créme Brulee with Traditional Vanilla
Bean Custard Caramelized Sugar, and Berry Coulis.
The presentation is impressive with the way Chef
Michelle Brown displays each dish. We have a scale
from 1 - 5, with 5 being the BEST, and Jag’s was defi-
nitely our top rated restaurant with all 5’s. Everyone
agreed they would recommend friends to dine at Jag’s as
well as return themselves.
Whether it is just two for dinner or an event, Jag’s can
handle it with style to create a memorable experience
for any occasion. They have a Private Event Coordina-
tor, Laura Peyton, who will ensure that no detail is
overlooked. There are rooms with intimate settings for
12 to 14 in the “Parlor Room” or “Florida Room.” The
“Library Room,” “Mahogany Room,” and “California
Review
Room” can accommodate up to 60 for a sit down ele-
gant dinner. Jag’s also offers audio and visual equipment
restaurant for business meetings.
Best of all, the night’s not over after dinner. Atop the
majestic marble & mahogany bar in their lounge sits
By Michelle Tieman a baby grand piano where a variety of the city’s most
Pictures by WEBB Photography The second course was the “soup, salad, and grilled cheese.” This item is outstanding musicians perform live Monday thru Satur-
available on the lounge menu as well as on the lunch menu in December. day all evening. Each musician has a style all their own,
By the looks of the responses to the review questionnaire, I’d say that we covering all eras of music having you singing along with
I had my own opinion of what is anticipated and and cozy, upscale, having a wonderful ambiance, intimate, and will definitely come back again and again. The Gourmet Grilled Cheese songs from yesterday to today. Or come out on Friday or
enhanced by its soft music and lighting.” All of which made it had Aged Cheddar, Fontina, Triple Whipped Brie, Arugula, Tomato Saturday night and dance the night away while enjoy-
expected at Jag’s Steak & Seafood Restaurant.
conducive for conversation and relaxation while we enjoyed the Confit and Balsamic. The Crab Bisque had an intense Crab Stock, ing the new state-of-the-art light show and listening to
Anyone who has been there raves about the steaks, and four courses served throughout the evening. Cream, and Sherry Créme Fraiche. The salad was a Boursin Berry Salad, some of the city’s best bands. The Company and The Sly
the seafood lovers will tell you the Seabass is the best in which included Gourmet Greens, Boursin Cheese, Fresh Berries, Hari- Band are two of Jag’s mainstay house bands.
town. But who would have predicted that some of our Beginning with the first course was a vast array of delicious cot Verts, Candied Walnuts, Tomatoes, Craisins, and Red Wine Vinai-
appetizers: Camelot Chicken, which is a Coconut Encrusted grette. This was a perfect combination for a summer lunch. A wonderful alternative to dinner is Jag’s Friday Happy
neighbors here in Heritage Club would pick the “grilled
Chicken with Coconut Honey Mustard and Pineapple; Parme- Hour Buffet from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. An abundance
cheese and soup” (aka Gourmet Grilled Cheese and san Calamari, served with Spicy Marinara and Peppercorn Aio- of appetizers, seafood, carved beef, pastas, salads and
And the third course was my personal favorite, being a seafood lover. A
Crab Bisque) as their favorite. It just goes to show that li; Pear and Peach Bruschetta, a Sweet Peach and Pear Chutney generous portion of Seabass and Sliced Filet Mignon was served. The delicious desserts to name a few, all for a minimum
outstanding ingredients and care goes into each and over Triple Whipped Brie topped with a Balsamic Reduc- Seabass was seared with Thai Chili Beurre Blanc, paired with Garlic of $8.95 per person. Summertime at Jag’s offers drink
tion; and a variety of sushi that included Jag’s Roll - Tempura Mashed Potatoes, and Roasted Carrots. The Filet was also served with specials from 5:00 p.m. until close thru September 1,
every dish.
Shrimp, King Crab, Avocado and Cream Cheese along with the potatoes and carrots along with Onion Straws. What can I say about 2012. They include $3 Yuengling, $4 Summer Shandy,
Spicy Aioli; 5980 Roll - Tempura Shrimp, Spicy Tuna, Cream these two meals? Well, not one negative word. You will just have to come and $5 Well Cocktails. The Late Night Bar Menu start-
On June 20, 2012, Heritage residents enjoyed not just another Cheese, Chives, Cucumber, Sliced Tuna; Oscar Roll - Kobe for yourself to savor the delicious entrées. You definitely won’t be disap- ing at 11 p.m. until close in the lounge offers a variety
monthly dinner night out, but an exceptional dinner served by beef, Asparagus, King Crab, Lobster Hollandaise; Spicy Tuna pointed. of choices such as Fried Chicken Wings, Inferno Sushi
professional staff with the personal attention of Michael Frank- Roll - Tuna, Spicy Aioli, Cucumber, Scallion, and Tobiko. We Roll, Pork Belly Tostados, Gourmet Grilled Cheese,
lin, General Manager, who oversaw every detail. We were seated were warned not to overindulge in the appetizers and to save After the fabulous meal, who would have thought there was room for plus a couple of items to rotate.
in the California Room. It was described as “elegant, yet warm room for what was yet to come. dessert? Like they say, bring it and they will eat it . . . and a scrumptious continued...