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JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Summertime Sips, Sights & Swimming SUMMER IS IN FULL SWING AND HOPEFULLY YOU’RE FILLING UP YOUR DAYS WITH FUN IN THE SUN! This month’s issue is all about celebrating an active community and summer.

Amanda Stout | amanda.stout@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Miranda Read L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Laura Leavitt, Jonathan Stout CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Jenna Beers—Photography by Jenna, April Sova—Remember When Portraits

Start by learning more about the ecosystem improvements at Kingswood Park and why volunteers are a key part of the restoration. Then, see how words and art can collide with a Warren County artist’s latest mural project for Cincinnati’s East Walnut Hills neighborhood. After a day of summer activities, nothing beats a relaxing drink outside on the patio. We’re excited to share some of the best patios at local hot spots and their summer drink favorites. In May, the City of Mason unveiled the incredible new Mason Municipal Aquatics Center. The A Matter of 50 Meters campaign team, City of Mason Manta Rays team and alumni, and members of the community want to help further put the aquatics center on the map with a 50-meter Olympic-caliber enclosed competi-

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021

FEATURES 16 Some Plants Are Not Like the Others Deerfield Township partners with local conservation organizations to rebuild the Kingswood Park ecosystem.

20 More Water, More Opportunity A Matter of 50 Meters Campaign brings together the Mason swim team, community and city.

24 Patio Season Enjoy cocktails, brews, teas and more on the relaxing patios of local establishments.

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30 Creative Writing Local artist Derrick Hickman transforms text into stunning art.

20 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Our Town

24 Hot Spot 30 Artist’s Palette 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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Kindness Matters Mother's Day Brunch The "Kindness Matters" Mother's Day Brunch benefitting Cincinnati Children's Hospital and honoring Maya Collins and Sable Gibson, was hosted at Manor House Event Center. More than $16K was raised and the foundations will award $10K each to the Child Life and Pediatric Cancer research departments. Two-hundred attendees played games, created bouquets and listened to speakers while enjoying brunch. LiveLikeMaya.org, ShineLikeSable.org

Kiwanis of Mason Annual Golf Classic The Kiwanis Club of Mason hosted 144 golfers for their 38th Annual Golf Classic on May 12 at the City of Mason Golf Center. This critical fundraiser allows the Club to provide scholarships and support the Kiwanis mission of assisting children in need. Sponsors, such as Kings Island, golfers, donors and volunteers all made the fundraiser a huge success. MasonKiwanis.org

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William Mason High School 2021 Graduation Ceremony The Wm. Mason High School (MHS) Class of 2021 commencement ceremony was held on Sunday, May 23 at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason. MHS and district teams used student and families' feedback, and public health guidelines to create an outdoor commencement ceremony that celebrated each senior and all the work they have accomplished. MasonOhioSchools.com

A ROYAL Night on Broadway "Reawakening the Stage" Mason's ROYAL Theatre Company presented a ROYAL Night on Broadway "Reawakening the Stage" on May 7. The special night of theater featured ROYAL actors, alumni and special guest Kayla Davion from Broadway's Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. "Reawakening the Stage" offered an emotional and inspiring look at life during the pandemic, all set to Broadway classics. RoyalTheatreCompany.com

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GMC ALL SPORTS TROPHY STAYS WITH MASON AFTER 2020-21 SEASON The 2020-21 GMC sports season concluded

DAR'S HISTORIC PRESERVATION GRANTS AWARDED TO WARREN COUNTY PROJECTS

with Mason athletic teams continuing to dom-

The Lebanon-based Turtle Creek Chapter of the

inate the league and exceeding even their own

National Society of the Daughters of the American

record-breaking marks. The Comets are once again

Revolution (DAR) was awarded two grants from

the GMC All-Sports Champions winning their 14th

DAR’s Historic Preservations Grant Program. The

straight title. Mason sports teams, athletes and their

first was awarded to the Warren County Historical

coaches have earned this honor every year since

Society for their Beedle Station Restoration Project.

they entered the conference in the fall of 2007.

The second was awarded directly to the Chapter for

Mason was able to set new records even during a

their replacement of Revolutionary War patriot John

challenging school year with COVID-19 pandemic

Scott’s marker project. The Historic Preservation

implications and restrictions. The Comets accumu-

Grant Program is competitive and received

lated 259 points in the All-Sports totals besting their

nearly 150 applications requesting a combined

own previous record of 253 set in 2018-19.

total of more than $900,000 last December. The

This year’s Comet teams finished either first,

local proposals requested $10,000 to aid with the

second or third in the league in 25 of the 26 team

preservation and relocation of the Beedle Station log

sports. Mason varsity teams won or shared 18

cabin. The other asked for $795 to replace a broken

GMC Championships (14 outright titles), also a new

Revolutionary War patriot’s gravestone.

GMC All-Sports record. In addition, Comet teams

DAR is committed to historic preservation within

finished 2nd in the league standings in four sports

their communities and they believe both projects

and 3rd in three others. GoMasonComets.com

will generate historic value, educational benefit and vision to the community. The Turtle Creek Chapter is honored to share both projects with Warren County, Ohio. TurtleCreekDAR.org

KINGS JUNIOR HIGH STUDENT NAMED FINALIST IN GOOGLE DOODLE CONTEST Kings Junior High School 7th grader, Sofia McLain, was named the Ohio finalist in the 2021 Doodle4Google Contest. Sofia's Doodle

COUNCIL ON CHILD ABUSE RAISES $36,000

of an Octopus is one of 54 State and Territory

The Council on Child Abuse (COCA) raised

Winners. This year, students created a Google

$36,000 through their annual Reach for the Stars

Doodle based on what inner strength means to

event on April 23. Instead of gathering in person,

them. The National Winner's doodle will be featured

community members were invited to support

on Google.com. They will also receive a $30,000 col-

COCA from afar by enjoying a carry-out meal pre-

lege scholarship and a $50,000 Google technology

pared by the Manor House, entering a raffle or bid-

package for their school. Four National Finalists will

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Ohio is one of 14 states with a Warren County, each named in honor of Dr. Joseph Warren. Sadly, some of us are rather disconnected from Dr. Warren’s life and legacy. Born June 11, 1741 in Roxbur y, Massachusetts, Joseph Warren was a Har vard educated physician. The Puritanical influences of his childhood were, in time, replaced with Enlightenment notions of our natural rights to life, liberty and property.

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His medical career began at the time when Britain’s King

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American’s tend to think of July 4th of 1776 as the beginning of the independent America experiment. Dr. Warren’s legacy remains hidden in obscurity, mostly because he died 13 months before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. He was covering the retreat of his soldiers when a single British shot caught him beneath the left eye, killing him instantly at the Battle of Bunker Hill. He was 34 years old.

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Some Plants Are Not Like the Others DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP PARTNERS WITH LOCAL CONSERVATION ORGANIZATIONS TO REBUILD THE KINGSWOOD PARK ECOSYSTEM.

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ARTICLE JONATHAN STOUT PHOTOGRAPHY APRIL SOVA— REMEMBER WHEN PORTRAITS

W e hope t h at t his in turn creates a pl ace of respite where our residents and neighbors c an go t o rel ax and reconnect wit h t he natural world." -Deerfield Township Trustee Kristin Malhot ra

VISITORS TO KINGSWOOD PARK MAY

Many native wildflowers, song birds and

NOT REALIZE THAT SOME OF THE

insects are specifically impacted by invasive

VEGETATION IS ACTUALLY INVASIVE

plants, making it important to start re-incor-

AND HARMFUL TO THE NATIVE SPE-

porating more native flowering plants to sup-

CIES THAT BELONG IN THE REGION. In

port healthy, robust populations of pollinators.

partnership with the Ohio River Foundation

“Amur honeysuckle, also known as Bush

and Cincinnati Nature Center, Deerfield

honeysuckle, reduces the diversity and

Township has taken steps to remove inva-

abundance of native wildflowers,” Cincinnati

sive plants and rebuild the park ecosystem

Nature Center Director of Conservation Cory

for native plants and animals.

Christopher elaborates. “The fruit of the hon-

“Invasive species choke out the native

eysuckle is also not particularly nutritious. It

species, making it difficult for them to grow

provides song birds with a relatively poor

and thrive. This reduces food sources for

source of food during late fall and winter.”

animals, which causes them to migrate else-

To start rebuilding the native ecosystem,

where,” Deerfield Township Trustee Kristin

a planting project in partnership with the

Malhotra explains. “By removing the inva-

Cincinnati Nature Center began installation

sive species, we can turn Kingswood into a

of a native pollinator pathway in September

much-needed haven for native plants and

2020. Some of the plantings from the fall are

animals,” Kristin continues. “We hope that

already displaying growth and attracting

this in turn creates a place of respite where

bees and butterflies.

our residents and neighbors can go to relax and reconnect with the natural world.”

A native prairie, installed on the north side of Innovation Way, was completed in May 2021.

Starting in June 2020, Deerfield Township

“We installed a native prairie on the north

partnered with the Ohio River Foundation

end, so hopefully we will see an increase in

(ORF) to remove invasive honeysuckle and

native pollinators and songbirds over the

Callery pear trees from Kingswood Park.

next few years,” Cory shares.

About 40 acres of the park were mapped out

Invasive species removal projects will be

for invasive species removal. With the aid

ongoing and last for several years, offering

of 46 volunteers, 9,000 invasive plants and

continuing opportunities for new volunteers.

trees were removed.

“We have several events planned where

“As a result of this work, more than 150

volunteers can help remove the invasive

native trees, shrubs and plants were protected

species,” Kristin tells us. “At each event, the

from soil degradation and overcrowding,” ORF

staff from the Ohio River Foundation will

Executive Director Rich Cogen explains.

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OUR TOWN (CONTINUED) direct volunteers where to work, provide training on identifying the invasive species and the tools to remove them.” Volunteer opportunities are regularly posted on the Deerfield Township Parks and Recreation programs site, as well as on the Kingswood Park page. As of now, only three of the 40 mapped acres have been cleared, so volunteers are in high demand. “Not only do we start on new areas to remove invasive species every year, but we have to go back to the areas we worked on in the past to remove any new plants that have popped up,” Kristin explains. Deerfield Township will continue working with the Ohio River Foundation until all of the invasive species are removed from Kingswood Park. But Kristin advises park-goers to be patient in waiting for the arrival of new plants. “As we remove more plants, we will have fewer new invasive plants grow as the seed sources will also be removed,” she explains. Kingswood Pollinator Pathway planting in September 2020.

For more information and volunteer opportunities visit Deerfield Township Parks and Recreation at DeerfieldRec.com, Cincinnati Nature Center at CincyNature.org and Ohio River Foundation at OhioRiverFDN.org.

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In the meantime, “The best help is to learn which invasive species are prevalent in your area, identify them and alert park leaders to areas containing these species,” Cory instructs.

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A MATTER OF 50 METERS CAMPAIGN BRINGS TOGETHER THE MASON SWIM TEAM, COMMUNITY AND CITY.

THE CITY OF MASON MANTA RAYS COMPETITIVE

They train in a 25-meter pool inside the Mason

SWIM TEAM IS A USA SWIMMING GOLD MEDAL

Community Center, half the standard competition

CLUB THAT HAS GARNERED INCREDIBLE ACCLAIM,

length of 50 meters. A 50-meter pool would be a

MOST RECENTLY SENDING 13 SWIMMERS TO THE

gamechanger for training for competition endurance

OLYMPIC TRIALS.

and helping team members qualify for the Olympics.

Young Mason Manta Rays swimmer at the June Swimathon.

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THE BENEFITS OF A BIGGER POOL A coalition of swim parents, community leaders and supportive neighbors have come together, realizing that adding a 50-meter

bring in $2.4 million each year due to increased visitors for com-

pool to the Mason Municipal Aquatic Center would have a ripple

petitions who stay in hotels, visit restaurants and engage with

effect of positive impacts.

Mason businesses.

“Three years ago, a unique opportunity presented itself when

The City of Mason was already committed to building a culture

the City of Mason needed to upgrade their outdoor aquatic center,”

of wellness in the community, and expanding the aquatics offerings

explains Kathy Fish, chair of the A Matter of 50 Meters commit-

gives everyone more access to excellent, year-round programs that

tee and a member of the USA Swimming Board of Directors. “We

will teach residents of every generation how to be safe in the water.

agreed to partner to go a step further than the City had planned and upgrade the outdoor 25-meter facility to an Olympic caliber indoor 50-meter pool. A Matter of 50 Meters agreed to fundraise to cover the incremental cost of $5M.”

SWIMMING FOR SUCCESS Mason Manta Rays’ parents and A Matter of 50 Meters committee members like Ainslie and Nick Gordon have noticed a commitment

The committee’s efforts have quickly become a community project. An economic impact study estimated the pool could

Mason Manta Rays swimmers, Tyler Babinec, Griffin Manning, Jessey Li, Carl Bloebaum and Ansel Froass, at the Olympic Team Trials in Omaha.

to goal-oriented growth, leadership and self-confidence emerging in their daughter since she joined the team.

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Mason Manta Ray swimmer, Jessey Li, at the Olympic Trials in Omaha.

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MORE WATER, MORE OPPORTUNITY (CONTINUED) Young Mason Manta Rays swimmers at their Swimathon in June, wishing Olympic Trials swimmers good luck.

She and other Mason Manta Rays have grown up swimming under

who are interested in naming rights, which are available for the

the excellent leadership of head coaches Ken Heis and Todd Billhimer.

Mason Municipal Aquatic Center, the event complex and the

Their efforts help them rank in the top 1% of USA Swimming teams,

enclosed 50-meter pool.”

while building swimmers who are strong in the pool and in life.

The committee is also celebrating the generous $50,000 they’ve

“The Mason Manta Rays have been successful because of how

received from the José Cerdá Aquatic Foundation, and a Mason

they coach the kids to be well-rounded, making sure every swimmer

Manta Rays alumni family who has created a $250,000 matching gift.

is trained on every stroke,” says Nick. “They know the technique

June saw a flurry of activity, with an Olympic Trials watch party at

before they go fast.” In addition to supporting the City’s mission, the enclosed 50-meter

Sonder Brewing, as well as a Swimathon, where more than $32,000 was raised by Mason Manta Rays swimmers.

pool and Mason Community Center competition pool means the

“This is exciting because now the kids can be part of the fund-

potential for more pool time for each swimmer and a larger Mason

raising,” says Ainslie. “This lets them feel that they are helping to

Manta Rays team roster. Ultimately, this allows more local young people

build the pool too.”

to benefit from the team’s winning approach to competitive swimming.

It’s no wonder that so many community members are ready to dive in - the enclosed 50-meter facility is under construction and

EXCITING PROGRESS AND FUTURE PLANS Kathy reports that the committee has raised $1.14 million of their 5 million dollar goal.

anticipated to be completed in late 2021. In upcoming months, the campaign will benefit from a golf outing as well as the José Cerdá Aquatic Foundation Gala, to be held on

“We are excited about the number of individuals supporting us from

August 14th. Additional fundraising events are in development, and

the community, the team, and the alumni,” says Kathy. “Our focus

anyone interested in contributing or getting involved can learn more

now is to broaden our reach and to find individuals and corporations

at AMatterof50Meters.org.

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MER’S WARMTH IS ONE OF THE PUREST OF PLEASURES. And there are so many patios in the Mason and Deerfield area where you can partake and enjoy the outdoors! In downtown Mason and at Deerfield Towne Center, it’s possible to order a drink in a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) cup and stroll outside, enjoying the sights, sounds, and shopping along the way. We found some unique, summer taste sensations to share, as well as the scoop on the patio options available to you!

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S.W. CLYBORNE CO. PROVISION & SPIRITS 5948 Snider Rd., Mason Clybornes.com When we think “summer cocktail”, the two main ingredients in Clyborne’s Elderflower & Pear immediately spring to mind: St. Germain elderflower liqueur and Absolut pear vodka. Both floral and fruity, Clyborne’s adds just a twist of lemon juice to make it even more refreshing. Also try the New Riff Butterfly, a unique cocktail with gin and Creme de Violette, or opt for the crowd-pleasing Rum Punch. Clyborne’s patio offers welcome shade in the late

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FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL 5075 Deerfield Blvd., Mason Mason.FirebirdsRestaurants.com Fruity flavors dominate the tasty seasonal cocktail options at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. In addition to their many scrumptious menu items, it’s the perfect season to sit outside at their terraced bar with exposed brick and plenty of seating. Cool off with a Watermelon Haven, a coconut-forward cocktail with Rumhaven coconut water rum, paired with watermelon puree and a bright splash of grapefruit for a fruity, flavorful finish. If you’re in the mood for something bright, try the Raspberry Mint Mule, or celebrate the season with the tart and bubbly Summer Sparkler.

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The series he calls “Textographies” has been successful and his paintings are now commissioned based. Recently, art consultant Chelsea Tucker Moore contacted him about presenting his art for a new mural to be located in East Walnut Hills, as part of the Woodburn Exchange Development. The mural project will begin once construction of the building is completed. For this project, Derrick will be transforming a poem to visually translate the developers’ vision of the community. It will be his second com-

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missioned mural to be completed based on his text abstraction work, the first was for a Columbus-based coffee shop. His other painting focus is on his vintage toy series. These painted works are typically shown in galleries and sold directly to collectors. “The duality of the two different styles provides me with a nice balance and keeps the work from becoming tiresome,” Derrick says. When not creating art, Derrick enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters. They share creative activities and enjoy visiting galleries, traveling and competing to be the funniest person in the house.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

DUE TO FREQUENT CHANGES CAUSED BY COVID-19, PLEASE CHECK EVENT ORGANIZER WEBSITES OR CALL FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

8-15

18, 25

FAIRY AND GNOME HOUSES

FAMILY CLAY CLASS

Get in touch with nature, and

Create along with your kids! Join Star

3, 9, 16, 23, 30

your creativity, by volunteering to

Glazers from 6 - 7:30 p.m. to learn

make a fairy or gnome home for

with clay and pottery paints. Create

MUSIC IN MASON

Deerfield Parks Fairy and Gnome

unique pieces on July 18th that will

Deerfield Parks Trails and Pathways

Trails. Creators/Volunteers will place

get fired in the kiln. On July 25th,

Downtown Plaza

their homes along trails at each

paint them using fun techniques. All

Music in Mason is back, bringing

supplies provided. Your creations will

food vendors, drinks and entertain-

July 8-15. Creators must use their

ment to Mason's Downtown Plaza on

own supplies. For a list of parks

Township offices for pick up. Register

Fridays at 6 p.m. The July dates kick

and park themes to inspire you,

at DeerfieldRec.com.

off with a Block Party on July 3rd with

visit DeerfieldRec.com.

the

parks

anytime

between

Windbreakers at 8 p.m. For more information and the full schedule for Downtown and Golf Center performances visit, ImagineMason.org.

3, 10, 17, 24, 31

returned

the

Deerfield

the Spazmatics at 6 p.m. and the

14, 21, 28 DEERFIELD TOWNE CENTER'S KID-FRIENDLY CONCERTS

MOVIE IN THE PARK

Cottell Park-Grass Loop

Bring blankets and chairs and enjoy a

The Grove-Deerfield Towne Center

movie under the stars with Deerfield

Soak up the summer and enjoy

Township's Movies in the Park.

music, shopping and restaurants,

Movies begin at dark, around 9 p.m.

plus time with family and friends at

The July 23rd movie is The Croods: A

the Deerfield Towne Center Kid-

New Age. Extend the fun by com-

Friendly

concerts

ing early to paint pottery at Snyder

Market takes place Saturday from 9

begin at 10 a.m. in The Grove area.

House from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pottery

a.m.-12 p.m. at the Kingswood Park

Jump N Hop plays July 14, The

prices start at $9. For more informa-

Community Pavilion. Produce, meat,

Chuck Taylors appear on July 21

tion, visit DeerfieldRec.com.

coffee, flowers, baked goods, soap and

and The Shazzbots! join the fun on

much more are available each week,

July 28th. For more information, visit

rain or shine. Please visit the Deerfield

DeerfieldTowneCenter.com.

15, 22, 29

MASON TRIUMPHANT TRIATHLON, DUATHLON & KIDS TRIATHLON

PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

The City of Mason will host a fami-

Cottell Park-Grass Loop

ly-friendly race with a portion of the

CITY OF LOVELAND INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Deerfield Township and The Arts

proceeds benefiting the Mason Parks

Alliance have partnered to bring

& Recreation Foundation. The race

a Performing Arts Series to the

has three categories of competition;

DEERFIELD FARMERS' MARKET Kingswood Park

The

summer Deerfield

Farmers'

Concerts.

All

Farmers' Market Facebook page for more info and up-to-date vendor lists. DeerfieldFarmersMarket.com

Corwin M. Nixon Park

community. All performances are

adult women starting at 7:30 a.m.,

annual Independence

family friendly and free. The Comet

adult men beginning at 9 a.m. and

Day Celebration will be on Sunday,

Bluegrass All-Stars will perform on

youth at 11 a.m. Events include a 400

July 4, featuring fireworks, a concert,

7/15, with Brother Smith on 7/22

meter pool swim, 20K bike ride and a

parade, kid zone and more. Check

and the Cincinnati Brass Band on

5K run. HFPRacing.com

the City of Loveland website and

7/29. All shows are from 7:00-9:00

Facebook page for more details.

p.m. Bring your own chairs, blan-

LovelandOh.gov

kets, snacks and beverages (non-

Loveland

Loveland’s

alcoholic). DeerfieldRec.com 34

Cottell Park

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