Carol Rucker
I'm celebrating African American History Month by featuring some of my favorite articles below.
I am a native Cincinnatian with a passion for many things. I love creating and inspiring creativity. I enjoy travel and the arts; but I also love watching television. I always have an opinion on local and national political issues. I'm thrilled that Voices offers a forum for writing about these things and whatever else captures my imagination.
As a former 20 year insurance professional, I investigated and settled serious injury claims and law suits. I also supervised litigation units in Hamilton County, Ohio and Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
That was long ago. Since then I've crafted everything from wedding cakes to jewelry. I've taught jewelry making skills for over 20 years.
I write about arts, crafts, Cincinnati, politics and the latest green issues (I'm old enough to know that a lot of green ideas are actually old school standards.) I even write about insurance claims and liability issues every once in a while.
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I am a native Cincinnatian with a passion for many things. I love creating and inspiring creativity. I enjoy travel and the arts; but I also love watching television. I always have an opinion on local and national political issues. I'm thrilled that Voices offers a forum for writing about these things and whatever else captures my imagination.
As a former 20 year insurance professional, I investigated and settled serious injury claims and law suits. I also supervised litigation units in Hamilton County, Ohio and Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
That was long ago. Since then I've crafted everything from wedding cakes to jewelry. I've taught jewelry making skills for over 20 years.
I write about arts, crafts, Cincinnati, politics and the latest green issues (I'm old enough to know that a lot of green ideas are actually old school standards.) I even write about insurance claims and liability issues every once in a while.
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Newt Gingrich's Cincinnati Campaign Stop from the Outside Looking InIt's the first day of Early Voting for the 2012 Ohio primary. Newt Gingrich was in town to speak to his supporters, but it just didn't seem all that exciting, at least not from the outside.
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Create Wire Details to Enhance Your Favorite Craft ProjectsLots of people use wire to make jewelry, but you can use it to enhance many of your favorite craft projects. Learn a few techniques and get crafty with wire.
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One Last "Soul Train" Line for Don CorneliusDon Cornelius was bigger than life. I suppose it makes a little bit of sense that he would want to go out in a really big way. What I will always remember is the "Soul Train" Line. He really got the world dancing with a soulful beat.
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Make Quirky, Colorful Cloth Baby RattlesMy daughter and her new baby have inspired me to make lots of new crafts. This time it's a rattle. They're fabric and don't look like traditional rattles; but all you have to do is shake one to see it's just as noisy as the old fashioned kind.
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Make 3 Pretty Purses from Things Around the HouseWhy buy purses when you can make one out of pretty much anything. Check out this tutorial and learn how to make a clutch from a placemat and a little purse from a fabric remnant. The craftiest one of all will be the bag you make from a gently worn skirt.
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Create 3 Bold Bracelets With Hardware Store 'Findings'These fun and funky bracelets use "findings" from your local hardware store. You can make them using washers with a variety of finishes from basic steel to chrome-plated. You can make them. So can your older child with a little help.
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Martin Luther King III and Ambassador Andrew Young Bring Bounce TV to New MarketsBounce TV offers viewers a variety of old and new programs with a soulful twist. It's the first free network in America to offer African-American targeted programming.
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It's About Time the FDA Restricted Antibiotic Use in Farm AnimalsThe FDA recently restricted the use of certain classes of antibiotics in animals raised for meat production. This may help stop the rise of antibiotic resistant diseases, so I say, what took them so long?Also published on:
- Yahoo! US News
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'One Life to Live': One Last Prison Break and OLTL Will Be Gone for GoodAs of January 13, "One Life to Live" will end forever after 43 years. They're going out with a big bang. A lot of big bangs actually. Who will be left to say goodbye after the escaped prisoners finish their killing spree?
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Create Glittery Headbands that DazzleCasual clothing stores are showcasing tween styles with a hint of shimmer. The casual tops and skirts have a touch of sparkle. The headbands are so fabulous, you'll want to go home and make some for yourself.
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DIY Statement Earrings for Your Very Own Runway LookEarrings are back! (I never knew they left.) Fashionistas are buzzing about "statement earrings." They'll be longish and bold; and you can create your own with a few simple wire techniques and your choice bold, colorful beads
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What Baby Gifts Does Beyonce Really Need?Beyonce is having a baby. She's got lots of friends and fans. She'll get lots of baby gifts. But here's a list of the things she'll really need.
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Occupy Cincinnati: What Has the Occupy Movement Accomplished?I was all for the Occupy movement, but I I had my doubts at first. I couldn't imagine what they wanted or hoped to accomplish. Then I realized the local 99% movement had generated some success even before they decided to call themselves Occupy Cincinnati.
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Do Celebrities Really Desesrve so Much Media Attention?Married today, divorced tomorrow. Celebrity lives may be slightly more interesting than the average joe, but do they really rate all the media attention they receive?
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Occupy Cincinnati: Jesse Jackson: "Occupy Is..."When Jesse Jackson spoke to the Occupy Cincinnati crowd, he compared their non violent protests to Martin Luther King and Gandhi. He described the 99% as postal workers, students and those who have lost their home to foreclosure. -
Justin Jeffre Talks About Jesse Jackson's Occupy Cincinnati VisitCincinnati, Ohio: November 16, 2011: Justin Jeffre's arrest with Occupy Cincinnati protestors brought the group some national attention. He's still standing up for the movement. Today, he talked to me about Jesse Jackson's visit. -
Jesse Jackson Fires Up Occupy Cincinnati ProtestersOn Thursday, Nov. 16, Jesse Jackson visited Piatt Park, the home of ongoing Occupy Cincinnati protests. He urged members of the 99% to "Come on Down. Singer/publisher Justin Jeffre was also in attendance. -
Creating a Family Movie Collage with Movie MakerYou don't have to be a professional to shoot and edit creative videos. All you need is a camera and a movie making program to add your favorite clips together to make a family Movie video collage.
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Occupy Cincinnati Protesters, a Dedicated FewIt's getting cold outside, but the dedicated Occupy Cincinnati protesters are still stumping for the 99%. They are no longer allowed to sleep in Piatt Park, but they return nightly to protest and show solidarity with Occupy movements across the country.
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Jesse Jackson Speaks Out for Occupy CincinnatiJesse Jackson came to Cincinnati to attend a conference, but he also made a visit to Piatt Park. That's where Occupy Cincinnati maintains a presence. He spoke about the Occupy movement and ended with his traditional "Keep hope alive."Also published on:
- Yahoo! US News
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Who Are the Kardashians and Why Should I Care?I've been wondering why the Kardashians are famous. Did they find the answer to world peace? Are they feeding the poor? Are they undercover geniuses? I found out they were none of these things. They are famous because they are famous.
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'Desperate Housewives': Season 8, Episode 7: Can the Housewives Really Get Away with Murder?Things got a little crazy after Alejandro's body turned up missing. Carlos and the girls knew they could wind up in prison, so they decided to select replacement parents for their girls. Everybody was trying to get things under control.
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My Dirt Cheap Tour of the Island of CuracaoThe beautiful island of Curacao recently became an independent country. We wanted to see as much of it as we could, but or cash was low. When it came time for a tour, we opted for the cheap bootleg guide. We got what we paid for.
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A Bootleg Tour of CuracaoOur Caribbean cruise lasted 7 days. By the time we got to Curacao, our money was pretty tight. We still wanted a tour, so my two sisters and I... and another adventurous couple found a taxi driver who agreed to do half of a tour for half the price.
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Crusing the Caribbean on the Serenade of the SeasWhen "Love Boat" first aired in 1977, I fell in love with the idea of going on a cruise; but I never did. Until now. My sisters and I set sail in Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas. All I can say is why did I take so long?
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Cruise Ship WaitersWhen cruising the Caribbean on the cruise ship Serenade of the Seas, not only do the waiters give great service at dinnertime, they also sing and dance when they're done. -
If This is Aruba, That Must Be an Iguana!I was in Aruba, climbing down the big desert rock formations. I didn't notice the iquana crossing my path until the lady behind me screamed and ran the other way. Iquanas were everywhere; but according to our tour guide, they weren't harmful at all. -
Occupy Cincinnati: Marches, Camp Outs and Tresspassing CitationsCincinnati's Occupy Wall Street protest isn't as big as New York's, but the protestors are every bit as dedicated. They began with a Saturday afternoon march though town on October 8, 2011. Since then, dedicated followers have refused to give up.
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Create Sassy Little Wire Ladies for a Pendant, a Charm or a Pair of EarringsAnyone can make these sassy little wire ladies. All you need is some wire and basic jewelry making tools. When you're done, you'll have sweet and sassy little ladies to wear as a pendant, earrings or a charm. -
President Obama Speaks at the Brent Spence Bridge in Cincinnati, OhioThe president said his visit to Boehner and McConnell territory was just "coincidence," but he said it with a smile that let the crowd know he was there to point fingers at the Speaker and the Senate Minority Leader. -
'All My Childen': Just Two More Days to Go Before the Soap Finale and Things Are Getting WeirdThe dead have been rising for a while now. A few past not so dead characters have made an appearance as well. The show is ending. There are only two days to go. Tune in tomorrow.... before it's to late.
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Create a Stuffed Toy from Your Child's DrawingWhy buy a cartoon themed stuffed toy when you can make one straight from your child or grandchild's imagination. All he has to do is make a drawing and you can help do the rest. -
Make a Big Letter for a Preschooler's WallSimple things often inspire crafty projects. The ABCs inspired this simple project. You may already have most of the necessary supplies at home, and your child can help finish it. -
Daily Exercise Helps Keeps Age from Getting Me DownWhen you don't look 50 plus, you don't mind admitting your age. I have very little gray hair, but that's not the only thing. I exercise. I walk mostly, along with a few other non traditional exercises. I keep moving and that helps keep me young. -
'All My Children': Soap Stars Are Coming Back from the Dead to Say Goodbye"All My Children" is coming to an end. Even if they do return as an online soap, they are working the last days angle really hard. Old characters are returning. The dead are coming to life. Who will come back next? -
Create a Sling-Style Plant Hanger from an Old Pair of JeansYou don't have to go to a lot of expense to add a hint of contemporary style to your home. Put your old jeans to good use by creating a sling-style plant holder and covers for your flower pots. -
McDonald's Old School: Fast Food & Cool Music in Cincinnati, OhioYou'd never know it from driving by, but the McDonald's on the corner of Victory Parkway and McMillan is something special. Golden oldies fill the air. Gentlemen gather to eat, share stories and play a game of chess. It's McDonald's old school. -
Queen City Naturals: Cincinnati Women Who Celebrate Their Natural HairNatural hair is complicated!: I remember my new Afro in high school. I went from straight to curly and back again. My English teacher was so curious she pulled me aside one day to ask "What's going on with your hair?" Groups like QCN have the answer. -
Make a Quick and Easy Baby Head Support with a SockYou can buy a baby neck support system for 15 dollars and up. Why spend the additional money when you can use an old sock to craft this simple head support and put the savings in your baby's piggy bank. -
What New Moms Need to Know About Cloth Diapering SystemsWhen I used cloth diapers years ago instead of disposables, It seemed like an old fashioned choice, but I was actually ahead of my time. My daughter is using cloth diapers with her new little one. Now it's considered the green thing to do. -
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Slideshow: Countdown to 2012 World Choir Games: Cincinnati Celebrates with Host, Drew LacheyIn 2012, the world will come to Cincinnati. Over.20,000 competitors, over 400 choral groups and thousands of spectators will visit the city to participate in the first World Choir Games to be held in America. -
Craft a Quick and Easy Fabric NecklaceYou don't have time to be crafty and creative, but it will take only a few minutes to create this unique and stylish fabric necklace. -
2012 World Choir Games: Drew Lachey Hosts Cincinnati, Ohio Countdown CelebrationCincinnati was the site of lots of international excitement when the city kicked off the 2012 World Choir Games Countdown. Entertainer Drew Lachey led the crowd as cameras filmed the city's "Video Postcard" -
Equinox: Cininnati Pride Festival and Parade 2011Equinox, the Cincinnati Pride Celebration will return to Downtown Cincinnati and the surrounding area. This year's celebration promises 4 days of exciting events. -
First Person: Rally at the Big Hole Protests Casino Dispute with GovernorDue to a dispute with Ohio's governor, the developers of the Horseshoe Casino in Cincinnati discontinued construction operations. All that's left is a big hole in the ground.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Welcome EmileOn June 1, 2011, my family welcomed grandson #2. This is my daughter and her husband's first child and they are so excited. I decided this Haiku would make a wonderful excuse to show off his picture. -
Cincinnati Group to Protest at the Big Hole in the Ground Left by Abandoned Casino ConstructionOhio finally voted pro-casino for the potential jobs and tax revenue. Local Cincinnati citizens are concerned that the recent halt to casino construction may turn into a permanent situation, leaving the city with nothing but a big hole in the ground. -
A Fathers Day Poem: Our Daddy SongWhen we were children, we waited and watched for Daddy to come home each day. As he turned the corner we welcomed him with our "Daddy song. We knew even then, he was the backbone of our family. And he kept us smiling. At 84, he's still "Daddy." -
May is Zombie Awareness Month: Zombies Aren't Just for Halloween Any MoreThese people are only dressed like zombies, but Zombieresearch.org has compiled a list of genuine zombie outbreaks throughout history. They say zombies may have destroyed the Mayan civilization, and that's just the beginning. -
EPA "Don't Fry Day" Urges Americans to "Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap" to Prevent Skin CancerOne in five Americans will get skin cancer over their lifetime. The EPA is pushing "Don't Fry Day" to remind you to minimize your exposure.
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Delta Creative Soy Craft Paint with Low VOCs: Product ReviewDelta Creative has a new line of soy paints. If you are a craft painter trying to make greener choices, it may be the answer for you. -
Ohio State Senator Kearney's 107 Mile Walk Draws Attention to Juvenile Diabetes and Sickle Cell AnemiaOhio State Senator Kearney recently finished a 107 mile walk from Cincinnati to the Columbus, Ohio Statehouse. He and his small group of supporters walked to bring attention to child related health issues. -
Use Low VOC Craft Paints to Make Baby's Walls Creative and Eco FriendlyLow and no VOC paints can make baby's walls both creative and baby's parents live Green lives, they -
How to Make Butterflies for Your Garden Themed WeddingImagine the bride and groom in a beautiful garden. They are surrounded by nature and if the the real butter -
Royal Wedding Craft: Create Decorative Floral Picks for Your Royal CenterpieceYou can have your own wedding party. Set out your finest linens and china. Make a centerpiece and add these clay floral picks for your own playful royal theme. Create a necklace or a refrigerator magnet if you prefer. -
Shakespearean Sonnet Contest: Love's ReplayAfter two husbands and two divorces, dating can be a tricky proposition. -
Go Green with New U. S. P. S. "Go Green" Postage StampsIf you have a hard time keeping track of all the Green tips you hear, buy a set of the new USPS "Go Green" stamps. They have 16 simple tips to help you save the planet. -
Cleopatra the Exhibition in Cincinnati, OhioRomans tried to erase Cleopatra's History. The Cleopatra exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center showcases recently recovered artifacts that bring her history to life. -
Mothers Day: Remembering Our Big Loving Family CelebrationsOur big family shared so many Mothers Days with my mom, but there was one that stands out as uniquely special. We learned that prayer wasn't just one of my mom's old school traditions. -
'The Good Wife': Episode Recap: 'Foreign Affairs'"The Good Wife" had a very busy few days. Her husband's election was coming up. They wanted her to do a spousal interview. The Plaintiff believed his case was "cursed."
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Grilling in the Back Yard with James 'Buster' Douglas, the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the WorldIn 1990 James "Buster" Douglas knocked out Mike Tyson and won the Heavyweight title. He's a sports legend. Meeting him was exciting and a bit surreal. -
Cincinnati Art Museum: Great Art in Eden ParkSince 1886 the Cincinnati Art Museum has presented great art experiences, exquisite permanent collections and the finest in visiting exhibitions. Thanks to sponsors most activities and programs are free of charge. -
Summer Events at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical GardenThe Cincinnati Zoo is peer rated one of the best zoos in the country. It's a beautiful zoo with lush green landscaping. In the summer there is a unique schedule of events with something for everyone in the family. -
How to Fire an Employee: 5 Tips to Help it Go SmoothlyFiring an employee is difficult. There are ways to make it easier. First of all document every employee's performance all along. You will know why you're firing him and he will too.
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"We Are One": Workers to Rally for Rights - Will Honor King, Chavez in April 4, 2011 Day of ActionOn Monday April 4, 2011, workers in Wisconsin and Ohio will have lots of company as they continue to rally for worker's rights. Americans will join in "We Are One" a day of solidarity that also honors Dr. Martin Luther King and Cesar Chavez. -
Escama Studios: Upcycling Aluminum Pull Tabs into Elegant AccessoriesUnless you examine them with a critical eye, you would never know Escama Studio's purses and jewelry items are created using discarded aluminum pull tabs.The cooperative of artists who create them earn a living wage from their efforts. -
As Cincinnati, Ohio Gas Prices Rise Metro Ridership IncreasesThe American Public Transportation Association (APTA) predicts rising gas prices will mean increased public transportation ridership. Cincinnati is one of the areas already seeing an increase. -
5 Websites for Arts and Crafts LoversThere are so many sites selling arts and crafts these days, it's hard to decide where to shop. These five are a little bit different from the rest. -
First Person: My First Groupon Experience... Not Totally NegativeI didn't make a lot of money doing a Groupon class, but I met a lot of new students. It gave my personal finances a little boost and i had fun. If I had the opportunity, I would do it all over again. -
Cincinnati, Ohio's Little Organic SecretsEverybody knows the big stores and national chains to buy organic products in Cincinnati, but what about the lessor known organic stores. -
Ohio Senate Bill 5: Sign of the Times, Cincinnati, Ohio Protest Signs Tell the StoryThe signs had a story to tell; and they were everywhere. The bottom line was defending the American Dream and defeating Ohio Senate Bill 5. -
Etsy.Com Artisans: Handcrafted Graduation Cards Customized to Reflect Your Grad's Personal StyleWhen you buy your graduation invitations and announcements from Etsy.com card artisans, it's like having your own personal design service. In some cases your artwork comes as a digital file and you can have them printed or print them for yourself. -
Cincinnati, Ohio: Defend the Dream Rally Calls for Defeat of Ohio Senate Bill 5Union members turned out in the rain to show support for a drive to defeat Ohio Senate Bill 5. If passed, the bill will mean an end to collective bargaining for Ohio public employeesAlso published on:
- Yahoo! US News
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Loving Hut Cafe Cincinnati: Promoting the Vegan Lifestyle to Help Save the PlanetThe Loving Hut Cafe Cincinnati, is part of an international chain of vegan restaurants.They promote the vegan lifestyle as a means to help reduce cattle-produced methane gas. Methane contributes to global warming. -
Arts and Crafts Shows Are Hard Work: 5 Things You Can Do to Make the Most of Your EffortsArts and craft shows require an exhausting effort. Bring your best jewelry. Smile, and If all goes well, you'll leave with far more money than you had when you arrived. -
Wire Jewelry Making: Create an Elegant Bracelet with Simple Wire ShapesIf you've got more time than talent, you can still make elegant bracelets. it's easy if you take the time to learn how to make a few simple shapes. -
Wire Jewelry Making: Create a Bracelet with PenniesPennies aren't worth much, but you'll love them as this quirky fun penny bracelet. It's easy to make and costs mere pennies to make. -
Eco-Cell: Recycling Your Cell Phone or Other Hand Held Electronic DeviceWhen you drop your cell phone into a donation receptacle where does it go? What happens to it? Can you recycle phones yourself? -
Is Google the Official Internet Censor?There are a few shady writing sites. Most major writing sites are not like that. Sites like Yahoo! Contributor Network (Associated Content), Helium, Seed and others are great forums for independent writers to share their knowledge and opinions. -
10 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint like I DidI've scaled back and changed the way I do things. The changes help me reduce my carbon footprint and make my world a tiny bit greener -
Greenarama: Cincinnati Ohio's LEED Certified Home ShowCincinnati, Ohio will present the first Green Home Show. The Custom Green Townhomes are being built in the city's colorful Columbia Tusculum neighborhood. The event will help promote the city's Residential Green tax abatement program.
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Jewelry Making Classes and Clubs: 4 Ideas for Social Interaction and Creative InspirationSome jewelry artists rarely leave home because they don't have to. They eat and work at home. They order supplies on line. Some have no social lives at all. Spending time away from home with other creative people boost their creativity.
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New Solar Canopy Helps Keep Cincinnati Zoo the "Greenest Zoo in America"The Cincinnati Zoo recycles runoff water. They buy local materials and more. The latest Green effort is a 6400 panel Solar Canopy that will cover a parking lot and produce 20% of the zoo's power. -
Developmentally Disabled Adults Share the Art That's Inside at Inside Out Studios in Hamilton, OhioThrough Inside Out Studios, developmentally disabled adults in Hamilton, Ohio come together to learn and create art. They also market their work and earn an income from their efforts. -
Not Tonight Dear, I Have a Mittelschmerz1 in 5 women have mittelschmerz. It's not an agonizing pain, but it's enough to annoy you each time it happens.
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Cincinnati, Ohio's Enhanced Recycling ProgramThe new Cincinnati Enhanced Recycling Program means bigger bins for more recycling. There are also incentives for doing your part. -
Kroger Discontinues Bag Sense ProgramKroger is discontinuing it's Bag Sense Program. A plastic bag rebate may not be enough to encourage consumers to be "stewards of our Earth." -
Wire Jewelry Making: What Can You Do with a Figure 8?Figure 8s can reduce your wire jewelry making frustration. You can use them in the same way you use jump rings, but they are easier to open and easier to close. -
Delta Creative Air Dry Glass Painting Value Set: Easy, Economical, and FunGlass painting is tedious enough without having to cure it in your oven. Delta Air Dry Glass, tile and ceramic painting kits don't have to be oven cured. They're also economical and easy to use. -
Cincinnati Metro "Mini" Hybrid Buses: Green Travel to Local Fun DestinationsCincinnati Metro's "mini" Hybrid buses are on the road. They provide Green transportation to fun destinations. Thanks to Hollywood Casino sponsorship they're decked out in colorful ads marketing the arts and entertainment spots they serve. -
Ideas to Help You Develop Your Unique Jewelry Making StyleYou make beautiful jewelry, still you don't sell as much as you feel you should. Perhaps you need a Unique style to set your jewelry apart. -
My 1968 Galaxie 500 MemoirMy Galaxie 500 was bold and fast. It had enough power to make the guys stand up and take notice. -
For CarolynMy mom slipped away quietly on Monday evening. She was so kind and gentle, so filled with love and always ready to share her kindness and warmth with anyone who came near. I wrote this haiku for her.
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Wire Jewelry Making: What Can You Do with a Simple Swirl?Could it really be that simple? Create a few little swirly wire things and transform your jewelry? It can be that simple. Learn this easy technique. Add swirls to your jewelry and give it a whole new look. -
The View at Top of CincinnatiIn 2011, the Carew Tower will give up its place as Cincinnati's tallest building. That is a record it's held since 1930. We can still celebrate that beautiful structure by climbing to the top for a unique perspective of the Queen City. -
How to Identify a Passive Aggressive BossI first learned about passive aggressiveness from a 1993 book by Scott Wetzer. I'd abandoned corporate America by then, still I was happy to put a name to my crazy boss/workplace issues. Wetzer called it "a minefield." That's exactly how I remember it. -
"The Flames Were Crazy!" Fire Destroys Closed NORCO Plant in Norwood, OhioGreg Reese smelled the smoke and saw the flames. He was driving along Route 562 in Norwood, Ohio, a small city within the Cincinnati city limits. He exited the highway and joined the crowd watching the abandoned NORCO plant as it went up in flames. -
PURDY Everyday - From Self Taught Sewing to Upcycling SuccessA year ago, Joy didn't know how to sew. She taught herself the skill, and uses it to create unique accessories from upcycled fabric. She also holds beginners sewing workshops to teach others. -
Sage, Potato and Mushroom BreakfastOne day I had a craving for the loaded breakfast potatoes served at a little place called Tucker's Diner. Tucker's was miles away, and I was pretty hungry, so I made up my own version. They're great for breakfast with a side of toast. Eggs optional.
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The District of Columbia Bag Law - a Year of Reducing Paper and Plastic LitterThe D.C. Bag Law went into effect almost a year ago. Already they are seeing a significant drop in bag usage. Store fees collected for bags are being used to clean up the Anacosta River and for other projects. -
Park+Vine Cincinnati, Ohio's "Green General Store"Park+Vine is educating Cincinnati on Green living. When they moved their Eco friendly products store to a new location, they did it Green style. Volunteers formed a dolly brigade to move items from person to person without motor vehicles. -
Coffee Lover Gift MugsCoffee Lover gift mugs are the perfect any time gift for the coffee lover in your life. They are easy to make, inexpensive and when the mug is empty, your favorite coffee lover will have a new mug to use every morning. -
The Third World Cookstove Problem - Premature Deaths and Climate ChangeOver half the world's population uses cookstoves and solid fuel for open flame household cooking. The EPA believes changing these cooking habits will reduce deaths and may be one of the fastest, cheapest ways to fight global climate change. -
Wire Jewelry Making - Create a Christmas Tree PinLearn this simple wire jewelry making technique and in no time you'll have a bit of wearable Christmas. Wear you pin on your hat, scarf, coat or jacket. Make a few to give as gifts. -
Will IKEA Inspire America to Ride Bicycles?In a move to encourage health and environmental consciousness, IKEA presented every one of their American employees with an all terrain bicycle. Will this inspire everyone to become bicycle fans? -
"Modern Family" - Defining ManhoodThe men of "Modern Family" can be just as stubborn as any man; but in the end, they always do what's bests for home and family.
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"The Good Wife" - Taking a Chance on in Your Face DiversityThe hot lesbian kiss on "The Good Wife" most likely shocked a few regular viewers. It was probably just the writers keeping up with trends in diversity.
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"Brothers & Sisters" - Mom Deserves a Little Attention TooNora Walker, the mother on "Brothers and Sisters" is changing from her clinging mother ways. She's got a new job as a radio talk show host, and she's even met a new man.
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Sarah Palin's Biggest FansSarah Palin's "America By Heart" book tour didn't stop near Brighton, Michigan this year, but Laura and Nichole made the trip to Cincinnati. They drove all night, slept in the car, and waited to be the first in line. -
Wire Jewelry Making - Create Wire BeadsLearn this easy technique and create beads to enhance your wire creations. Add them to earrings, necklaces or bracelets for twisty, swirly style. -
"Desperate Housewives" - the Power of HumiliationThis week's "Desperate Housewives" was about humiliation, from the mildest shame to the most intense mortification. Humiliation has the power to stop even the most confident housewife dead in her tracks, but only if she lets
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My IUD Caused PIDMy IUD caused Pelvic Inflammatory Disease a long time ago. IUDs were off the American market for years, so these days you are more likely to get PID from an untreated STD. Be cautious, IUDs are back and still have a small risk of causing an infection.
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Metalwork Jewelry Making - Jewelry Essentials Dapping Tools at Michael'sBefore I taught metalwork classes, metalwork was a big secret in my town: hard to find classes (I drove 45 miles each way), long waiting lists, tools were costly. No wonder I'm excited about Jewelry Essentials Dapping Tools at Michael's. -
The EPA Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary with a New Focus on SustainabilityThe EPA began as a fledgling agency in 1970. They are celebrating 40 years in action and many accomplishments. They are also on new goals for the future. -
"Medium" - the Plot is Predictable, but You Love It"Medium's" fusion of suburban family life, psychic insight and murder offers multiple plot twists that keep you watching.
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Cincinnati Artist Offers Creative Insight into Mental IllnessMaxine Seelenbinder-Apke is a retired art teacher. These days she is using her art as therapy to help her cope with her son's mental illness. She also encourages others to take off their "blinders" and address the issues of mental illness. -
10 Tips to Help you Save Time and Money on a Big Family MealYou have only so much time and money to pull off that big family meal. Cooking food takes a lot of time. Why not take a few shortcuts? -
You Can't Buy These Toys Any MoreIf you had all the money in the world, you still couldn't buy the toys I adored as a child. They make copy cats and imitations, but not the real thing. the originals are gone forever. -
Creating a Walkable AmericaIf you live in a walkable American community, you have already taken a first step toward a Green life. If you need help creating a more walkable community, there are websites with information to help you. -
The Cincinnati Streetcar is Coming No Matter WhatUnited Streetcar of Oregon brought one of their sleek, modern streetcars to Cincinnati. It was parked on Fifth St. for 5 days, allowing visitors to get a good look at the future of public transportation in Cincinnati. -
"How I Met Your Mother" - Getting Closer to Barney's "Natural History"Barney Stinson claims Bob Barker is his biological dad. His friends know that's simply one more sad Barney Stinson fantasy. This week the "How I Met Your Mother" episode, "Natural History," brought us closer to the truth.
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"Grey's Anatomy" and "Private Practice" - a Night of HeartbreaksGiving up careers, giving up lovers, Thursday night was a night for heartbreak.
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Going Slightly GreenLet's face it, you're not a Green sort of person, but you can still make a difference if you make one small lifestyle change. -
Cincinnati's Freestore Foodbank - Feeding the Hungry for 40 YearsThe Freestore Foodbank distributed over 12 million pounds of food last year in the Greater Cincinnati area. They also helped clients with jobs, housing, training, benefits management and more. -
Wire Jewelry Making: Craft a Big Bold Coiled PinCoils, spirals, whatever you call them, are great when added to handcrafted jewelry; but have you ever thought about wearing a coil all by itself? A big coil makes a bold simple statement when worn as a pin on your jacket or coat. -
Spell it Out with Polymer ClayIf you've never used polymer clay in your craft projects, perhaps you just don't know how easy it is to use. It's fun too, like Play Doh for big kids. Here's how you can create polymer clay letters to add to your favorite craft projects. -
A Halloween Treat - Zombies Bearing FoodThey came limping, dancing, dragging their undead bodies across the pavement and carrying donated canned goods for the Cincinnati Freestore Foodbank. There were zombie newlyweds, zombie horses; and the Zombie Human Puppet staged the worlds largest Ellen Zombie Dance. -
Conversations with Good Guys Loitering in Cincinnati StreetsGood Guys are part of a movement to reclaim Cincinnati streets and neighborhoods. Good Guys have loitered in Westwood, Bond Hill, Madisonville and other Cincinnati neighborhoods that are "struggling with bad behavior." -
Good Guys Loitering in Cincinnati StreetsConcerned residents, friends and business owners gathered in Walnut Hills. They stood on McMillan Ave. across the street from where other loiterers hang out. Each carried a sign that said "Good Guy Loitering." -
Marching for Jobs, Homes and Dignity - Cincinnati Homeless Awareness WeekConcerned citizens gathered at Buddy's Place, a permanent residence for the formerly homeless. The group then marched, chanted, offered speeches, performed role playing and poetry at 21 key sites in the inner city and Downtown Cincinnati. http://www.cincihomeless.org/content/home_about_GCCH.html -
Going Green? Starbucks Can Help You Make a DifferenceStarbucks is a big company with lots of little ideas to help make a difference. These three Starbucks programs will help you make your world Green. -
A Halloween Treat - Zombies Bearing FoodThe zombies donated canned goods to the Freestore Foodbank in Cincinnati, Ohio. The walk was sponsored by "Revelation Trail," a movie about 19th century undead, currently filming in Western Kentucky and Illinois. -
Halloween Monsters with a MessageKimberly and Andrew build an elaborate Halloween display each year. A front yard filled with monsters helps draw attention to Kimberly's disease and the organization she founded to help others. -
Halloween Monsters Haunt a Suburban Cincinnati YardAndrew and Kimberly Adkins bring Halloween to life each year by filling their yard with head-turning monsters. They do it for fun, but they also want to bring attention to Gastroparesis, a disease that hits very close to home. www.gpawarenessfund.com -
Stop Traffick Fashion - Fighting Modern Day Slavery with Handcrafted ProductsEmily Hill's online store sells fair trade goods handcrafted by victims of American and international sex trade operations. The income helps fight the poverty that may have helped put them there in the first place. -
Go Green with the Big Belly Recycling KioskThe Big Belly Recycling Kiosk encourages increased recycling and creates a stream of income. It's the companion unit to the Big Belly Solar Trash Compactor.
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Getting to Know the Cincinnati Hat ManIf you've spent time in Cincinnati, Ohio, you've probably seen the Hat Man. Each time he makes his way through the crowd, he has a different sign on his hat. -
Do You Know the Cincinnati Hat Man?Hat Man Slide Show - After my first Hat Man sighting, it took me a month or two to ask him to let me take his picture. He always has something to say; but he puts his message on a hat and conveys it without saying a word. -
Cincinnati Reds Fans Celebrate on Fountain SquareIt's been 15 years since the Cincinnati Reds have made it to post season play. No matter what happens now, the fans still have a reason to celebrate. -
Wire Jewelry Making: Circular StyleFor a simple yet elegant wire bracelet, create these open spirals then connect them together. You can use these circular shapes to make necklaces and earrings as well. -
Cincinnati Eco Art Walk - Art with Green LessonsDid you know that we throw away 5 billion pounds of carpet each year and it may contain chemicals harmful to groundwater? That's just one of the facts you might learn from the Eco Art Walk installations in Cincinnati, Ohio. -
Cincinnati Reds Fans Dance to Celebrate the First Division Championship in 15 YearsOctober 4, 2010 - The Cincinnati Reds haven't won a National League Central Division Baseball Championship in 15 long years. They've finally done it again and the fans are celebrating. At a rally on Fountain Square, the team had come and gone but the band was playing and the fans kept right on danci -
Election 2010 - How to Cast Your Ohio Early Voting/Absentee BallotOhio Absentee voting is not just for Ohioans who are away on election day. If you follow Early Voting/Absentee rules and procedures, you may vote early in person or by mail and relax on election day while everyone else is standing in line at the polls. -
Keep Warm with a Quickie Fleece Head Band and Matching ScarfThese quickie hats are not the height of style, but they are quick and easy and made with fleece fabric that will always keep you warm this winter. -
The Fight for Ohio Bus Tour Comes to Cincinnati, OhioThe crowd cheered when Lieutenant Governor candidate, Yvette MdcGhee Brown, asked the question, "Take America back from whom? This is our country too." -
Metal Stamping - Create Personalized JewelryMetal stamping allows you to add names, dates or whatever message you choose to metal blanks. Create personalized charms for earrings, necklaces and bracelets. -
Yvette McGhee Brown - Ohio Candidate for Lieutenant Governor at Fight for Ohio Bus TourOhio Democrat's victory chant, "Fired up and ready to go," is great for working the crowd into a frenzy; but during a stop of the Fight for Ohio Bus Tour at Jordan's Crossings in Cincinnati, Lieutenant Governor candidate, Yvette McGhee Brown left the crowd fired up with a new chant. -
Election 2010 - Ohio Governor Ted Strickland Talks About the Upcoming RaceDemocrats intend to keep the elected offices they already have and gain a few more in the upcoming election. They've been busing it across Ohio together, bringing their message to the people. On September 26 there were quite a few Democrats at Jordan's Crossing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Governor Strickla -
Ohio Democrats Hope to Rouse Early VotersDemocrats need all the votes they can get this November. Perhaps Ohio Early Voting and Golden Week, a brief window of opportunity that allows new voters to register and vote at the same time, may help rouse the support the Democrats need to win key slots.Also published on:- Yahoo! US News
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Election 2010 - Mommy Democrats - Daddy RepublicansDemocrats are just like Mommies. They put family first and make sure they are taken care of.... Republicans are just like Daddies. They may mean well but sometimes they have a funny way of showing it. -
Lyonesque Handcrafted Dog ToysLesley Lyon Mullinix is a chef. She uses bright, colorful fabric, simple designs and makes dog toys that look the way food would look if it had a personality. -
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati World's Largest Chicken DanceIn 1994 when the Crown Prince of Bavaria came to Cincinnati and led 48,000 tweeting, twirling chicken dancers, Oktoberfest Zinzinnati's group dancing record remained in the Guinness Book for 3 years. It's not always that big, but the World's Largest Chicken Dance is still a fun part of Cincinnati's -
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati or Bengalfest Zinzinnati?As always, Cincinnati's 2010 Oktoberfest crowd was into hats, brats, polkas and beer; but immediately after the World's Largest Chicken Dance, a large crowd dressed in Bengals orange grabbed their striped chicken hats and headed to Paul Brown Stadium. -
Rally for Democratic Victory in Cincinnati with Special Guest President Bill ClintonThe Democratic Party filled Cincinnati's Memorial Hall with excitement during the Rally for Democratic Victory with special guest, President Bill Clinton. Additional speakers included Cincinnati Mayor, Mark Mallory; Hamilton County Commission President, Todd Portune; Ohio State Representative, A -
Identity Theft.... Sort OfCheck your check stub. Businesses outsource their payroll for reduced cost, reliability and speed. Someone has to input the data and mistakes happen that could reassign your identity to someone else.
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Bill Clinton Excites the Crowd at Rally for Democratic Victory in CincinnatiThe rally was like a high school pep rally complete with music, school colors, cheers and shouts. Driehaus had an answer to those who shout "Take back America." He wants to "Take America forward." -
President Bill Clinton to Attend Rally for Democratic Victory in CincinnatiMemorial Hall in Over the Rhine is an interesting choice for a Clinton/Fisher rally. The Park across the street is a homeless hangout. The neighborhood has one of the city's highest poverty and crime rates and lots of controversy. -
Cincinnati's Non Profit Pharmacy - Medicine for Anyone Who Needs ItWhat if your doctor prescribed life-saving medication but you can't afford to pay for it. What if you have the money for your insurance co-pay but have to catch a bus or walk 2 miles to the nearest pharmacy. -
Oktoberfest 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio - More Hats, Brats, Polkas and BeerDo you like brats and beer? What about polkas and goetta? Never heard of goetta? Come to Oktoberfest Zinzinnati for goetta, Brats, Metts, 42 kinds of beer, lots of funny hats and plenty of fun. -
Wire Jewelry Making: Musical JewelryIf you want to make wire jewelry with a musical theme, you can buy ready made charms; but why would you want to do that? Create these wire treble clefs and you can make musical jewelry that expresses your inner inner musician. -
Art Museums in Cincinnati, OhioAny art genre you're looking for is only minutes away. The Contemporary Arts Center and the Taft Museum of Art are located in Downtown, Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Art Museum is a short drive to nearby Eden Park. -
The Apostrophe Problem: Can CoolRules.Com Solve it with a Song?Do you know when and where to use an apostrophe? Are you sure? If you're apostrophe challenged, perhaps you are part of the apostrophe problem. -
A Halloween Haunting on the Ohio River: The USS NightmareThe USS Nightmare is back to haunt the Ohio River. This year horror lovers can get a one day sneak peak at this popular Halloween attraction during Riverfest Labor Day Weekend. But beware, the Captain and his daughter will be waiting for you..... -
Wire Jewelry Making: Hoop EarringsSome people wear hoop earrings all the time. You may not want that, but hoop earrings do offer a simple style alternative. They're easy to make, too, and you can dress them up or down. -
The Cincinnati Observatory Offers Intelligent Answers to Unusual QuestionsIn addition to stargazing through the oldest professional telescope in America, the Cincinnati Observatory offers intelligent answers to some of the world's most unusual questions. -
Why is the Dalai Lama Coming to Cincinnati, Ohio?His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama, is coming to Cincinnati, Ohio in response to an invitation from the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. -
Modern Art, African Craft and Everything in BetweenElliott Jordan has spent a lifetime learning art and craft and teaching it to others. After 25 years he retired from Cincinnati Public Schools, but he continues to pass on his knowledge to eager adults who come to him for lessons. -
Upcycle Your Garbage at TerraCycle.NetTo generate energy to create new stuff, we burn fossil fuels, which emit greenhouse gases, which eat away at the ozone layer, which allows more heat to get to the earth, which melts the polar ice caps, which...... Well, you know. -
Snoop Dogg, Zynga and Mafia Wars Blow Up an Armored Car in the DesertZynga blew up an armored car in the desert outside of Las Vegas, they destroyed fake money and evidence that might incriminate Mafia Wars players around the world. If that sounds like blurred reality, that's exactly what Zynga had in mind.
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Eat Local? No Problem at Cincinnati, Ohio Farmers MarketsFor over 155 years, Cincinnatians have made the early morning weekend trek to Findlay Market in Over the Rhine. The historic market is the oldest and biggest farmers market in the area, but there are many others across the city. -
Street Pianos Inspire Music in Cincinnati, OhioPainted Pianos have brought music to the streets of New York and many European cities. Now they're in the Queen City and pianists are making music in the most unusual places. See:Luke Jerram's Pianos.... -
Jewelry Making: A Day Without HeadpinsI have nothing against headpins. I use them too, but sometimes you need a change to jumpstart your creativity. -
Pianos In Cincinnati Streets - Go Ahead and PlayLuke Jerram's Street Pianos are popping up all over Cincinnati. The "Play Me I'm Yours" invitation inspires people to sit down and make music. Luke Jerram's Piano... -
Catfish Collins 1944 - 2010A few years ago, Catfish Collins was a frequent guest at my family's holidays and special occasions. We all got to know him. We already knew he was a great guitar player, but he was also a really nice guy. That's what made him a true star.
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CultureSync - Helping People Find Art and Culture in Cincinnati, OhioThere is a wealth of art and culture produced by people of color in Cincinnati, but good luck trying to find it. With a site registry of artists, events and people, Mosaic Culture's CultureSync intends to help you find what you're looking for. -
Finding Your Voice: Lessons from the Yahoo! Style GuideWriting experts often use the word "voice" as though everyone knows exactly what they are talking about. When they do define "voice" some use equally vague concepts. The Yahoo Style Guide explains "voice" in simple language that can help you find yours.
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Bootsy Collins, Tavis Smiley and Dr. Cornell West at Cincinnati Freedom Center Music SymposiumAt Cincinnati's Macy's Music Festival top Soul and Hip-Hop acts played to the first sold out audience in 12 years. The city also showcased a wealth of cultural offerings. -
Crafting Wire Jewelry with Zig-Zag StyleIf you're a wire jewelry artist looking for new ideas, why not make a few of these zigzag shapes, add them to your designs and you'll be on your way to Zig-Zag Style. -
Cincinnati Macy's Music FestivalIn 2002 after a year of racial tension, boycotts and financial setbacks, Cincinnati's annual Music Festival was canceled. When Macy's signed on as corporate sponsor in 2005, the Festival came back stronger than ever. -
Keep Cincinnati Beautiful Begins "Jerky Behavior" Litter CampaignCincinnati's quirky, new anti-litter campaign invites people to share thoughts on " brainless, rude, diabolical...behavior and just plain wrong wrongs" and urges them to understand "littering is wrong too." -
Luke Jerram's Pianos Are Coming to a Public Location Near You in Cincinnati, OhioSince 2008, artist Luke Jerram has been bringing music to the streets with Play Me I'm Yours. He adds his artwork to pianos then places them in public spaces for anyone to play. Soon he will bring his musical art to Cincinnati, OH.
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Global Groove - Cincinnati Second Sunday in OTRJuly is hot, but not on Main Street, where Cincinnati kept it cool with arts & crafts and a Global Groove, this month's festival theme. Anaya Gypsy Dancers thrilled the crowd with Tribal belly dancing. -
Upcycling Plastic Bags into Marketable Green ProductsMonica, from Norwood, Ohio, makes plastic yarn (plarn) then crochets it into useful green objects. It's upcycling reminiscent of the rag rugs great grandma created by crocheting strips of clothing... but with a modern plastic twist -
Make a Purple Wedding Card BoxGifting cash and gift cards is no longer a wedding faux pax. You need a wedding card box to put them in, a purple one at that! Why not make your own? -
Global Groove - Cincinnati Second Sunday in OTRIt was hot but the Main Street Festival was cool with arts and crafts and a Global Groove, the Second Sunday theme for the month of July. -
Make Quickie Wire Rings and Let Your Fingers Do the TalkingMake these quickie wire rings and your fingers will tell a bold handcrafted story wherever you go. Use beads you already have to color coordinate your rings with the jewelry you've already made. -
Berlin Wall Monument Dedication at Cincinnati Freedom CenterThe landscaping was not yet complete, but Cincinnati's Berlin Wall Monument was standing tall as an historic symbol of freedom. It's Eastern(non free) side faced the Ohio River, a landmark with a few freedom issues of its own. -
The Cincinnati Pride Celebration Gets a Downtown MakeoverCincinnati Pride changed this year, with Fountain Square as the hub of Pride activities. Some people were pleased with the change, but others weren't.
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Cincinnati Equinox: Pride Comes Back Downtown Where it StartedCincinanti's Pride tradition began in 1973 with 70 people marching to Fountain Square. Over time, local groups organized an annual Cincinnati Pride parade and festival in Northside. This year, the celebration came back Downtown where it started. -
A Yahoo! AwakeningA little time has passed since the AC/Yahoo partnership announcement. The news has settled in; and the undercurrent of anticipation runs purple with excitement. We celebrate with purple haiku. -
Nancy Pelosi Tours Berlin Wall Monument at Freedom Center in Cincinnati, OhioSpeaker, Nancy Pelosi, was in Cincinnati as a special guest of nationally renowned attorney, Stan Chesley, who was hosting a Democratic fund raising event on Saturday evening. -
Cincinnati Museums for Children of All AgesThe Museum of Natural History and Science has its origins in the early 1800s. A few local citizens combined their artifacts for public presentation, hiring noted bird illustrator, John Audubon, as their taxidermist and first employee. -
Make a Handcrafted Bracelet with Colorful, Quirky Green StyleHave you ever really looked at a plastic shampoo bottle? The colors are so deep and rich, so pretty it's hard to throw them away or even recycle them. You don't have to if you make them into jewelry! -
"Freedom Without Walls" - the Berlin Wall Monument in Cincinnati, OhioPieces of the Berlin Wall have made their way around the world. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Berlin Wall Memorial will join a number of formal Berlin Wall exhibits across the United States, including 7 presidential libraries.
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Betcha' Can't Do This!Brianna Bodine of Dizzy Bee Entertainment loves Hula Hoops so much, she has refined her play into an art form. Here she Hula Hoop Dances as part of the street entertainment at Cincinnati's Second Sundays in OTR - Main Street Fair on June 14, 2010. -
Cincinnati - Second Sundays in OTR - June 14, 2010 - Dog DaysEach Second Sunday in the Summer, Cincinnati's historic Over The Rhine neighborhood adds hip and cool to its already artsy flavor. Vine Street Merchants have joined in the fun this year, adding a variety of activities to its mix of trendy and upscale stores. At scattered sites between Vine and Ma -
Fatherhood Wisdom - 63 Years, 11 Children and Lots of Lessons LearnedMy father and mother will soon become 63 year marriage veterans, a milestone which includes 11 children and 62 years of parenthood. Imagine the years of opportunities, the joy, the laughter... and the lessons learned. -
Cincinnati - Second Sundays In OTR - June 14, 2010 - Dog DaysSecond Sundays in Cincinnati's Historic Over The Rhine means cool Summer fun. Shops and galleries from Vine to Main welcome artists, crafters, music and special events at the Street Festival and more. www.secondsundaysonmain.org -
Weaving Wire into Handcrafted JewelryLearn these beginning wire weaving techniques, then stretch your creative muscles to make your own unique woven designs.
