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LIFESTYLE LETTER

DECEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TIMES OF THE YEAR. From twinkling lights everywhere to familiar festive tunes, there really is more joy in the air. As a great Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” I definitely look forward to switching my music over and belting out holiday classics.

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This month we are excited to fill your home with warm and fuzzy stories that share how you can assist families at Ronald McDonald House; get help with last minute gift ideas from local sellers; try your hand at a simple art technique; and start planning home projects for the new year! You may notice some changes in our January issue. Good Times, Around Town, and the Calendar will all have a new look. The one thing that is not changing is Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle bringing you the positive stories of our community. As we close out another year, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our incredible advertising partners, our brilliantly talented editor, team of writers and photographers, and our communities which make it possible for us to create and publish each issue.

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artist Terri Riddle share the art of quilling in two upcoming holiday workshops.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE DECEMBER 2021

FEATURES 18 Gift Guide Avoid shipping delays and give kids, tweens and teens locally made and curated holiday gifts.

22 Art For Everyone The Arts Alliance features artist Terri Riddle to teach the art of quilling.

28 Designed & Built with Care Get the inside scoop on home trends from the experts at Brent Thomas Renovations.

34 Focus On Togetherness The Ronald McDonald House helps

18 22

critically ill children feel at home for the holidays.

DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Local Experiences

Local’s Choice

22 DIY 28 Open House 34 Giving Back 38 Inspired By

Mason Schools Foundation

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GOOD TIMES

Mason Schools Foundation Gala Spooktacular Mason Schools Foundation’s (MSF) 13th Annual Gala gathered 300 guests, eager to generously invest in a shared vision to provide ‘Above and Beyond’ educational experiences for Mason City Schools students. Powerful grant stories were shared, educators were recognized and the community celebrated MSF for giving back more than $1 million to the district since its inception. PHOTOGRAPHY BY Little Rascals Photography and Jim Vennemeyer

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Dermatology & Skin Care Associates Ribbon Cutting Dermatology & Skin Care Associates celebrated the grand opening of their brand-new facility in West Chester with an open house and ribbon cutting celebration. The team is excited to continue to offer cutting edge patient care in their new location, providing comprehensive medical and cosmetic dermatological treatments and med spa services. DermatologyandSkinCare.com

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MASON GIRLS TENNIS TEAM WINS 5TH STRAIGHT STATE TITLE Mason Girls Tennis continued their dominance this October with Mason winning their 5th straight OTCA State Title in a “miracle” come-back achievement. The Comets rallied from a 2-0 deficit to outlast Magnificat High School and bring home their 5th straight state title. The Comets are the first girls’ team to win multiple consecutive titles since Upper Arlington won

LOCAL AUTHOR FILMED FOR NEW DOCUMENTARY FILM

six straight from 1998-2003. Junior Shyla Aggarwal

Local author, Melissa W. Hunter, was filmed for

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grandmother’s life story. A Cincinnati resident since 1950, Hunter’s grandmother, Sala Werthaiser, was a Holocaust survivor who passed away in February of 2020. Directed by Thomas Biebers, all filming took place in and around Cincinnati, including at the Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust and Humanity Center. There will be two Cincinnati premieres prior to the spring 2022 release. MelissaWHunter.com

MASON RECOGNIZED IN MONEY MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO LIVE 2021 For the 2nd consecutive year, Mason has been included in the Money magazine 50 Best Places to Live rankings, moving from 21 to 20. In addition to favorite area attractions such as Kings Island, Great Wolf Lodge and the Lindner Tennis

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strong work ethic. Hands-on, one-on-one training by

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reputable local business volunteers demonstrates the

consideration for the ranking. Money.com

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NOW TOURING

Open House and Ribbon Cutting for Mason Elite Dentistry Drs. Davis and Stewart along with their amazing staff hosted an open house and ribbon cutting to celebrate the transition. Dr. Davis offered up some of his matchbox car collection, Marty’s Waffles served food and many raffle baskets were won. It was a true pleasure meeting more patients and hearing stories of the great care Dr. Davis and his staff have provided over the years. A common sentiment among patients has been ,“You have big shoes to fill!” I feel this wright each day I enter the practice. It is my mission to honor the legacy and great work of Dr. Davis. We have worked together the first month to make the transition as smooth as possible. Dr. Davis will be in the office through the beginning of next year if you didn’t get a chance to wing by the reception. If you are not a patient of ours, we hope you consider us if in search of a dentist. We are accepting new patients and believe in the quality, compassionate care we deliver each day. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions.

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WINTER AND REVEL WINTER IS A TIME TO ENJOY FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHILE USHERING IN THE SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON. Whether you are enjoying one of the many festive activities our city has to offer or spending time with loved ones, the memories made will be cherished.

SEASONAL LIGHT DISPLAYS AND EVENTS

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THE ARTS ALLIANCE FEATURES ARTIST TERRI RIDDLE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON TO TEACH THE BASICS OF THE ART OF QUILLING. ARTICLE KAREN ANDREA | PHOTOGRAPHY CATHY LYONS—LYONS PHOTOGRAPHY

QUILLING IS AN ART FORM USING COILED PAPER STRIPS TO CREATE A VARIETY OF COLORFUL DESIGNS. “Quilling is relaxing and rewarding. It is a stress-free way to be creative,” reflects artist Terri Riddle (TerriRiddleArt.com). Terri will be collaborating with The Arts Alliance (The-Arts-Alliance.org) to teach the basics of quilling in holiday-themed classes in December and February. Terri first connected with The Arts Alliance when she displayed her paintings at one of their art shows. Since then, she has shared her love of teaching a variety of art mediums to all ages through the Alliance’s many classes and camps. Recently, she became interested in creating art with paper and her intrigue with quilling began. “Quilling is more fun art than fine art. It is the most beginner-friendly art I have ever done,” Terri relates. “Everyone is born creative. Express your unique creativity,” Terri encourages.

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QUI L L I NG // B A SICS

M ATER I A LS + Paper quilling strips + Slotted quilling tool + Circle sizer ruler + Scissors + Liquid glue + Paper crimper + Fine-tip tweezers

STEP

Choose the colors of paper quilling strips needed for the

STEP

Gently remove the coiled

STEP

To secure the coil, apply

paper from the tool. Place the

a tiny amount of glue to the

project. Begin by inserting one

coil in the desired space on the

inside end flap of the coil. Hold

end of a paper strip into the

circle sizer tool. Allow the coiled

the glued end in place for

slot of the quilling tool. Twirl the

paper to fill the circle. Once set

twenty seconds. Once secure,

paper tightly around the tool

to size, carefully remove the

the coil can remain circular or

until the entire paper strip is

coil. Tweezers may help when

pinched into a variety of shapes

used, forming a coil.

handling the coil.

depending on the project.

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WINTER IS THE TIME OF YEAR WHEN YOU BEGIN TO

apart. Plus, you can feel good supporting local crafts-

SPEND MORE TIME AT HOME. Whether you’re deco-

people rather than ordering items that are often made

rating for the holidays or getting cozy around the fireplace,

overseas. The cabinets, built-ins, mantels and more

you may also notice some areas you’d like to upgrade.

created by the Brent Thomas team are built in our town

One key way to improve the ambiance, organization and decor of your home is to incorporate built-ins, custom cabinetry, and other unique woodwork. Locally,

for our town. “We like to say ‘made here by your neighbors, for your neighbors’,” shares Brent.

Mason’s Brent Thomas Renovations has a talented

Homeowners often start by providing an inspirational

group of designers, renovation experts and wood-

image, and the team helps translate that dream into

workers on staff to help make these customization

reality. Some of the trends they are seeing requested

dreams come true.

in home design currently, include: incorporating beams

If you have reservations about renovations, no need

and natural wood elements into the design of a room,

to worry. Brent Thomas Renovations has been able to

and more warm, dark paint tones mixed with the

avoid many of the pitfalls of supply shortages and price

ever-popular white and gray.

hikes plaguing the home renovation industry currently, thanks to their in-house woodworking team.

The pandemic has also increased the need for useful spaces throughout the entire house with home office

“As challenging as the last year has been, it would’ve

built-ins and custom desks becoming a necessity.

been tenfold what it was if we didn’t have woodworking

Custom bars, including varying levels of beverage

capabilities,” says Owner Brent Crank. It’s an advan-

storage (even up to 100 bottles of wine) are another

tage for our customers that we can get projects turned

in-demand request.

around quickly instead of waiting 4-6 weeks for something to come in, and it’s better quality.”

“Family entry and mudrooms are other areas where you can be very creative with built-ins. It really changes

Beyond convenience and quality, having access

the functionality of the home,” explains Teranne.

to a team with young talent and woodworking veter-

No matter the project, providing the utmost care

ans provides flexibility and nearly endless opportu-

and attention to detail for their customers is where it all

nities for creativity.

begins. “Bringing professionalism back to the profes-

“We can make more creative decisions for a space because we have a woodworking team,” says Brent Thomas

Renovations

designer,

Teranne

sion,” is more than just the Brent Thomas Renovations tagline, it’s the ethos that drives their entire process.

Conder.

“When I started this business I wanted to be the

“Instead of picking pre-made items, design becomes

antithesis of other contracting companies. We want to

a process of creation. Each home can have its own

look, sound and be different from what is expected,”

unique pieces.”

explains Brent.

This means their team can design something less cookie-cutter, and add character that sets your home

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“We can make more creative decisions for a space because we have a woodworking team,” says Brent Thomas Renovations designer, Teranne Conder. “Instead of picking pre-made items, design becomes a process of creation. Each home can have its own unique pieces.”

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“Family entry and mudrooms are other areas where you can be very creative with built-ins. It really changes the functionality of the home,” explains Teranne.

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THE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF GREATER CINCINNATI HELPS FAMILIES OF CRITICALLY ILL CHILDREN FEEL AT HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

FOR MANY PEOPLE, THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS

“Being away from home over the holidays is incredibly

FILLED WITH RELAXATION, CELEBRATIONS AND

difficult for our guest families,” Chief Marketing Officer for

FAMILIAL COMFORT. No one wants to experience the

RMH Cincinnati, Kristen Klein, describes. “For many of

heartbreak of seeing a family member, and especially not

them, the time and expense of caring for a critically ill child

a child, suffer during the holidays or be away from home.

means that shopping for presents simply won’t happen.”

This is when organizations like the Ronald McDonald

Parents staying at RMH Cincinnati during the holiday

House Charities of Greater Cincinnati (RMH) truly shine

season are provided a shopping experience where they

in their commitment to families in their community.

can select toys, games, pajamas and other items for their

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children. Chosen items are wrapped and delivered on Christmas Eve. Special meals and activities are also provided for guest families throughout the holidays. The Mason and Deerfield communities are among the top areas in the city supporting Cincinnati’s Ronald McDonald House.

Mason businesses like Makino, have also connected with how well RMH aligns with their commitment to supporting their community of families. “Being a good neighbor, providing families with com-

“They have gotten involved in so many creative ways: School

forts of home, so they can focus on their child and their journey of

groups have collected pop tabs; businesses have hosted wish list

care is important to our employees and a cultural component of our

drives, fundraisers and sponsored events; and many people have

company,” says Kimberly A. Carroll, director of marketing at Makino.

provided generous financial support,” Kristen details.

“The Makino Foundation is so pleased to be a part of the Ronald

Mason resident Erik Schmidt, shares why he is a RMH Cincinnati

McDonald House Charities.”

donor, “As a father of three, I can’t imagine one of my children going

Cincinnati’s Ronald McDonald House opened in November 1982

through something as scary and physically taxing as treatment for

from a grassroots effort by the Children’s Oncology Parent Endeavor

a serious illness, and not being able to be there with them. People

and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. In November

travel from all over to come to Cincinnati Children’s and the Ronald

2020 they opened a new $46 million expansion, including a six-story,

McDonald House provides them with a loving place to stay that is in

177-room tower. It is currently the largest Ronald McDonald House

close proximity to the hospital.”

in the world.

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“We want to take all the everyday stressors away so families can just focus on being together and caring for their critically ill child,” Kristen says. “This expansion has enabled us to eliminate our wait list so

RMH Cincinnati hopes to return to in-person fundraising events

that when a family needs us, we can immediately welcome them,”

in 2022, with a golf outing at Kenwood Country Club in June and the

Kristen explains.

return of their Red Tie Gala in the fall. Details about both events will

Families are not asked to pay to live at the House, although dona-

be available soon on their website. Those interested can also find

tions are welcome. Those living in the House are provided with a

an Amazon wish list for items that can be sent directly to the House,

private bedroom and bathroom, meals, free laundry, activities and

volunteering opportunities for the Taste of Hope meal program and

most importantly, a comfortable place to stay located near their

more on RMHCincinnati.org.

child’s care team at the hospital. “We want to take all the everyday stressors away so families

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GIVING AWAY AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN LAST YEAR, LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS IS GIVING $300,000 TO RECIPIENTS IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON AND BEYOND... AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

ABOUT SIX YEARS AGO ANNA SAROL, THE DAUGHTER OF A SINGLE MOTHER, WAS PARALYZED IN A GYMNASTICS ACCIDENT WHEN SHE WAS A FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL, BUT UNTIL LAST YEAR SHE DID NOT HAVE A STAIRLIFT IN HER HOME. The stairlift was made possible when Lifestyle Publications gave her family $10,000. “I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my

“I watched my community come together to help me get this equipment to my house, and words can’t explain how appreciative my family and I are.” —Anna Sarol

family and I are,” Anna says. The money for Anna’s stairlift was part of a giveaway campaign from the company during the 2020 Christmas season that benefited more than 80 recipients across the country with a final distribution of $250,000 throughout the year. When the company opened nominations, they were flooded with submissions. Community leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you nominated people that were in need of assistance. As the eyes and ears of the community, these readers were able to help identify people who might have

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otherwise gone unnoticed or unrecognized. One such nominee was Kathy*, an aunt who is raising her three young relatives. The children came from an abusive situation, and Kathy, a single guardian, works tirelessly to provide for them. Nevertheless, the family was already living in poverty despite her working seven days a week when Kathy lost her job during the pandemic. She resorted to selling tamales to help pay the rent. When a case manager with a Big Brothers Big Sisters foster youth mentoring program heard about Lifestyle’s campaign and call for nominations, she quickly thought of Kathy. “When I shared the news that Kathy was selected and would be receiving $3,000, she cried, screamed, and was in disbelief,” the case manager said. “She immediately wanted to give back to me and the donor by providing endless tamales. This funding allowed the children to have a small Christmas tree for the first time ever. Kathy was able to pay her rent and utilities for three months, and the children were able to experience a holiday season in peace without financial stressors.” In yet another case, Emily* who worked as a janitor at a school, was a recipient and was struggling to afford simply buying groceries for her children. Before the ongoing difficulties of the pandemic even started, a tornado destroyed the school she worked at just a couple weeks before the initial shutdown in March 2020 which resulted in a loss of income for her. Emily was incredibly surprised and grateful to receive assistance from the giveaway. *Names changed for privacy

Mason + Deerfield Lifestyle | December 2021

WE NEED YOUR HELP TO GIVE AWAY $3OO,OOO This year the company will have nominations for the giveaway open from December 1-15, 2021. To submit a nomination, follow @CityLifestyle on Instagram and fill out the form found in the bio link. The amount given to each recipient will be based on need. The leaders of Lifestyle Publications believe God has blessed them with their company’s continued success, so they in turn wish to be a blessing and encouragement to others as they increase the amount of this year’s giveaway to those in need to $300,000 for the year.

Nominate HERE! Follow @citylifestyle on Instagram

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DECEMBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1-31

holiday season by collecting unwrapped

River Chamber Alliance, is the time

toys for children for the United Way of

of year that Loveland businesses

LIGHT UP MIDDLETOWN

Warren County. Wear your holiday attire and

thank the community for their busi-

pose for photos with holiday props while you

ness. LMRChamberAlliance.org

enjoy food and/or drinks at Manor House

Smith Park, Middletown

Light

Middletown

thru holiday

light

display

drive-

held

Event Center from 4-6 p.m. Tickets and more details on MADEChamber.org.

Middletown’s Smith Park every night through Dec. 31 from 6-10 p.m. The mission of Light Up Middletown is to raise funds to make improvements to Middletown City Parks. Admission is by name-your-price cash donation. More information at LightUpMiddletown.org.

11, 12

DEERFIELD FARMERS’ MARKET

HERITAGE VILLAGE MUSEUM HOLLY DAYS

every 3rd Saturday from 10-11 a.m. at

Kingswood Park

The Deerfield Farmers’ Market is held the Kingswood Park community pavilion

Sharon Woods Heritage Village

during winter months. The volunteer-run

Sharon Woods’ Heritage Village Museum

market features fresh, natural or sus-

Holly Days takes visitors back in time to

tainably grown items produced by local

experience the 19th-century holiday sea-

farmers. Check their Facebook page for

MASON TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

son. Each historical house will be decked

an updated list of vendors and get ready

out with traditional decorations from the

to entertain with locally-produced ingre-

Downtown Mason

1800s. Sample holiday treats, hear holiday

dients. DeerfieldFarmersMarket.com

Join the community from 6-8:30 p.m.

music and make traditional holiday crafts.

to celebrate the beginning of the holiday

Admission is $10/adult and $5/child ages

season with the annual Tree Lighting

5-11. Members and children four and under

Ceremony at Mason’s Downtown Plaza.

are free. HeritageVillageCincinnati.org

MASON DANCE CENTER NUTCRACKER-ALL JAZZED UP PERFORMANCES

This event is free and open to the public to enjoy. Gather with your neighbors for the official lighting of the Christmas tree and more! ImagineMason.org

Mason High School Theater

LINDNER CENTER OF HOPE FREE COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES

Mason

Manor House Event Center

Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Mason

The final session of the Lindner Center of

High School Theater. Proceeds from the

HOPE 2021 Community Education Series will

benefit performance go to the Mason

Sonder Brewing

be held at the Manor House Event Center on

High School After Prom. MDC Company

Join Creative at Home at the Sonder

Dec. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. The December ses-

and Pre-Professional Ballet students

Brewing taproom on Dec. 8 to make a

sion, presented by Jennifer L. Farley PsyD, is

perform, as well as some younger stu-

holiday sign or door hanger for your

titled Family Boundaries: The ties that bind

dents, parents and staff. Tickets available

home. Pick your project and create on a

for better or worse. A virtual option will be

day of and at MasonDance.com.

wood framed sign, mason jar cutout or

offered by Community Partners. Register:

18” round. Greenery, ribbon, screen sten-

LindnerCenterofHOPE.org/Education.

8 HOLIDAY DECOR WORKSHOP

Dance

Center’s

annual

Nutcracker-All Jazzed Up show is back,

cils and paint are provided. Price includes supplies to make your door hanger and a drink ticket. SonderBrewing.com

CHRISTMAS IN LOVELAND 2021

MADE CHAMBER COMMUNITY JINGLE FEST

on Dec. 18 in Old Historic Loveland

Would you like to get in touch with us? We

with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the

would love to hear from you! Contact us at

Manor House Event Center

North Pole, a live Nativity scene and a

CityLifestyle.com/MasonandDeerfield

This year’s MADE Chamber CommUNITY

winter

using the Get In Touch link and let us

Jingle fest will be helping those in need this

Loveland, hosted by the Little Miami

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Historic West Loveland

Get swept back in time from 4-8 p.m.

wonderland.

Christmas

know what you think.

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