East/Northest Creative Living (September)

Ah, we’re comingupon my favoritetime of year – thefall. There’s nothingquite like that coolair, the smell ofpumpkin pie, andthe adventure ofcorn mazes. For meit’s the best time ofthe year – I feel most alive during the fallmonths.

As we come upon this colorful season, we’rebound to run into situations where we need ourlocal businesses’ services. In this issue we featureseveral local businesses and highlight the goodsand services they provide.

Supporting local business is very important.Be sure to visit them and offer your patronage.

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Do you snore or know someone whodoes? Do you have Sleep Apnea butstruggle nightly with your CPAPmachine?

You’re not alone! An estimated 40million Americans snore and nearly 20million have Sleep Apnea, a conditionwhere the airway collapses during sleep,causing the person to stopbreathing and awaken multi-ple times every hour with agasp.

Sleep Apnea is a life-threatening sleep disorder thatleft undiagnosed and untreated canshorten your lifespan up to 18 years!

While CPAP is the gold standard ofsleep apnea treatment, many peoplecan’t tolerate the masks and pressure.An oral appliance is an FDA-approvedCPAP alternative that fits over your

teeth and holds the lower jaw forward,keeping your airway from collapsing.

A sleep apnea sufferer himself, Dr.Kitzmiller and his wife Lori know first-hand the disruptions that untreatedSleep Apnea can cause.

“We used to think that Tim’s snoringwas normal, but when he would stop

breathing for up to 20 seconds ata time and then wake with agasp, I got scared.

“After being diagnosedwith Sleep Apnea he tried

CPAP but his sleeping habitsmade it too difficult to use. Now thathe’s using an Oral Appliance we bothsleep great!” said Lori Kitzmiller.

Call Dr. Kitzmiller today at (513) 248-8848 to schedule your complimentaryconsultation to see if this solution isright for you!

Tired of snoring? Struggle withCPAP? Dr. Kitzmiller has a solution

Dr. Kitzmiller treats his snoring and sleep apnea patients with Oral Appliance Therapy.

Want More Info?Visit cincisleep.com

Studies show that children snackan average of three times a day, but

they still aren’t getting adequate levelsof vitamins and minerals. The chal-lenge for parents is to find a treat kidswill want to eat that’s not filled withempty calories.

Kids’ diets are low in vitamin D, cal-

cium,potassium anddietary fiber, accordingto the AmericanDietetic Association.And over the pastdecade, children’s eat-ing patterns have beenmarkedly low in vita-mins A, C and E.

Most moms knowthat if left to their owndevices, children willalmost always go forsweet indulgences first.

In fact, cookies are the No. 1 snack itemeaten by kids today.

So, can moms reward kids after atough day at school with treats they’llactually want to eat while fuelinghealthy development?

The answer is yes. And it helps toplan ahead. Here are some helpful tipsthat can have a positive impact on kids’after-school snack choices.

Makenutritioustreats accessible

Having snacksat their fingertipshelps encourage kids tomake better choices.

For example, when youcome home from the grocerystore, use sandwich bags toprepack single servings of thingslike grapes, cheese, crackers andcarrots to make them easy to graband go in an instant.

For a sweet alternative, make yourown trail mix using their favorite cere-al, chocolate chips, mini marshmallowsor peanuts.

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snacks

After a long day at the chalkboard andon the playground, kids can come home

from school hungry and ready for an after-school snack.

nutritiousStress-freeways to serve nutritiousaf ter-school snacks

The rate of allergy suf-ferers has been on the risein the last 10 years, espe-cially in children.

Children react differ-ently to substances, whichmight include milk, eggs,wheat, peanuts, pollen,dust, animal dander oreven environmentalchemicals, to name a few.

This can trigger a nerv-ous system stressresponse that may showup as coughing, sneezing,itchy eyes, rashes, non-attentiveness, irritability,re-occurring colds, stom-ach discomfort, and so on.

When chronic, it’scalled allergies, asthma,migraines, irritable bowelsyndrome, chronic fatiguesyndrome, eczema, psori-asis, and even contributeto ADD/ADHD andautism.

“All three of my chil-dren have suffered fromallergies since toddlers.Over the years we havetried all the over thecounter medicationswhich progressed to pre-scriptions. The only thingsthat changed were thestrengths of the medica-tions and the side effects.

“Since going throughthe BAX system my chil-dren have experienced agreat relief of their symp-toms. They are sleepingeasier and are more alertand feeling better duringthe day.”

As you see there’shelp! Dr. Luke Reineck, ofLiving With MotionChiropractic, is using theBax Aura PTL. This is aclinical system that usesproven and clinicallyeffective modalities such

as Low Level LightTherapy (cold laser),Homeopathy, Nutrition,Acupoints and FrequencyTherapy.

The Bax Aura PTL clin-ical system through yearsof research has developedprotocols that integrateeach aspect of therapy todeliver best support topatients.

If you need relief ofsymptoms associated withallergies, asthma,migraines, IBS, skin disor-ders and much more thisis the most non-invasive,comprehensive, and effec-tive therapy available!

For more informationand to read more testimo-nials of this amazing ther-apy visit www.livingwith-motion.com or call 831-4433.

There’s help at Living With Motion Chiropractic

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The staff and volun-teers of Clermont SerniorServices are dedicated togetting the meals outevery week to every cor-ner of Clermont County.

And they do it with apersonal touch: Smiles ontheir faces and kindwords from their hearts.

This lets the recipientsknow that ClermontSenior Services not a fast-food delivery service.They really take an inter-est in the people served.

Last year they deliv-ered over 93,000 meals toseniors in ClermontCounty. Behind each ofthese numbers is a realperson.

A balanced, nutritiousdiet can make the differ-ence between independ-ence and being forced to

leave home and live in asupervised setting. Thisdaily meal may be whatenables some older adultsto remain living in theirown homes, in their ownneighborhoods where

they are happiest and feelmost comfortable.

In some cases themeals-on-wheels programprovides the only com-plete meals they everhave.

Clermont SeniorServices currently has agreat need for meals-on-wheels volunteers in allareas of Clermont County.

If you would like to

make a difference insomeone’s life by becom-ing a meals-on-wheelsvolunteer, please callConnie Landock at 536-4021.

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A Clermont Senior Services Meals-on-Wheels driver delivers a noontime meal with a smileto a customer on her route.

One of the most difficult situa-tions in which you need to makethe “home care vs. professionalcare” decision may be whensomething affects your joints.

The joints do some importantwork for the human body, andfiguring out when things will getbetter on their own and whenyou may have a more seriousproblem is not easy.

When to seek helpWilliam Ungureit, clinical

director of the physician assistanttraining program at SouthUniversity in Tampa, Fla., saysthere are some important signsthat will tell you when to seekprofessional care.

“If the joint is warm to thetouch and swollen, seek immedi-ate help,” Ungureit says. “Thoseare signs of a possible infection,something that won’t get betteron its own.”

Likewise, if you know that the

joint pain is the result of aninjury such as a fall, put an icepack on the injury and seek helpright away.

“Cold therapy (ice) can beused for chronic injuries, such aspain after running,” saysUngureit. “Heat therapy is rec-ommended for injuries that haveno inflammation or swelling.Heat is ideal for sore, stiff, nag-ging muscle or joint pain.”

If you decide to treat the painat home, you still need to seeyour primary care physician ifthe pain lasts more than twoweeks.

Chronic joint painTreatment for chronic joint

pain may be more involved,Ungureit says.

“Non-inflammatory joint painusually signifies osteoarthritis,which is caused by trauma to thejoint or degeneration of the jointtissue in weight-bearing joints.”

That means the knee, hip andspinal joints.

According to the U.S. Boneand Joint Initiative, a movementsanctioned by the World HealthOrganization, one in fiveAmericans has some form ofarthritis.

There is no cure forosteoarthritis, but it can be man-aged with pain killers, physicaltherapy, steroid injections such ascortisone, or other injections tohelp lubricate the joint.

As a last resort, surgery torealign or completely replace ajoint may be an option. Completejoint replacement is now avail-able for the knee, shoulder, hipand ankle.

Motion is lotionAlthough you can’t prevent

osteoarthritis, you can do thingsto help lessen its onset and itspainful effects.

“Losing weight and exercising

regularly are great ways to com-bat osteoarthritis,” says Ungureit.

“When it comes to joints, wesay that ‘motion is lotion.’Dropping five or 10 pounds maynot seem like much, but fivepounds per step adds up fairlyquickly on your joints.”

What about herbal supple-ments and other alternative treat-ments for joint pain? Ungureitsays there’s nothing wrong withtrying them, but make sure youtell your doctor which ones youare thinking about taking, sincesome supplements can interferewith other medications.

So while you may not need toconsult your doctor for everyache, there are some serious signsto look for, and some effectivesteps that both you and yourdoctor can take to help relievethose painful joints.

When it’s time to get the help you need for painful joints

Meals-on-wheels delivered with a personal touch

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The word “hospice” isone that is not alwaysfully understood.

In fact, people equate“hospice” with imminentdeath.

Not only is that not thecase, but by labeling hos-pice in this way, peoplemay be denied a level ofcare that can significantlyimprove their lives.

Hospice is not a newconcept. It has beenaround since the MiddleAges, when it was a placefor weary travelers to rest.

Later, hospices becamehavens for the terminallyill, first developing inIreland at the end of the19th Century.

The first modern hos-pice opened in London in1967 and the hospicemovement spread to theUnited States in the yearsfollowing, finally becom-ing a Medicare benefit inthe early 1980s.

Since that time, hospiceprograms have grownaround the country andaround the world, offer-ing improved care and

services to individualsand their families.

Hospice is not just forthose in the last hours andweeks of life. Hospice careis for anyone with a diag-nosis of six months or lessto live and who arereceiving palliative (com-fort) care rather than cura-tive services.

With hospice, a team isavailable 24/7 to provideenhanced care, includingpain control as well asmedical supplies andequipment.

With physicians, nurs-es, aides, chaplains, socialworkers, therapist andvolunteers as part of thehospice staff, the patientand their family receiveoptimal care and support.

In fact, studies showthat patients who havehospice care actually livelonger than those who donot. And, support for thefamily continues for ayear following the death,to assist during the griev-ing process.

Cedar Village made thedecision to begin its own

hospice program almosttwo years ago.

After intense planningand preparation, CedarVillage Hospice receivedfull licensure andMedicare certification inMay 2011.

For those who live atCedar Village, whether inindependent or assistedliving or within the nurs-ing home, hospice care isavailable at their bedside,keeping the individualwhere they want to be –in their home. As a com-munity hospice, CedarVillage Hospice is alsoavailable to anyone in thegreater Cincinnati com-munity in their ownhome.

With the unique blendof Cedar Village’s expert-ise and focus on quality,Cedar Village Hospiceoffers an alternative forend of life services in ourarea.

For more informationor a no-obligation assess-ment, call Cedar VillageHospice at 754-3100.

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Lasting ImpressionsDesign Center at 241Grandview Ave. inBellevue, Ky., is yourplace to shop for beautiful“fall décor.”

Those deep, rich fall

colors add so muchwarmth to your home,and you can find every-thing you need in onevisit to LastingImpressions.

One of the best thingsabout Lasting Impressions

is the fact that it is severalstores rolled into one.

You can make one stopand select handmade flo-ral arrangements, furni-ture, home décor, arearugs, tile and also receive

decorating advice. Thisterrific “loft” warehousespace is becoming a com-plete design center withthe addition of the tileselection area and flooringdisplay.

If you schedule an “in

store” appointment, Lindacan help you with manyof your decorating deci-sions. She has a great eyefor color and space … andshe is excellent at beingable to look at a project

through “youreyes” so itbecomes your liv-ing area and nothers.

There arealways brand newseasonal items ondisplay in this

unique warehouse!!Halloween is a great

time to add a bit of whim-sical fun to your home oroffice, and LastingImpressions has somevery unique and classywitches, “skeleton-key

ornaments,” treat boxes,and much more!

Do you need a glittery“bat” headband or a rat ina cage with glowing redeyes? Halloween isn’t“just Halloween” any-more. It’s a time to dosomething out of the ordi-nary … something toamaze and amuse yourfamily and guests!

“The Attic at LastingImpressions” features awonderful rustic cabin,complete with a hand-made bed, antler furni-ture, a life-size “fishingbear,” antler paper towelholders, and many moreitems to complete yourcabin area.

The quilted beddingmakes the room come

alive with the feeling offorest pine.

Have you visited theKentucky Pickens store at

Lasting Impressions Design Center. . . Directions: Traveling southor north on I-471:

Take Exit 5(Newport/Bellevue)

Turn right onto Route 8(Fairfield Avenue)

Continue to Taylor Avenueand turn right

Travel 6 blocks toGrandview Avenue

Turn right on Grandview Enter the warehouse

throughthe center door by the

dock. Follow the steps to the

third floorOr call for the elevator

(859-655-8187)Prepare to be amazed . . .

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“When you care enough to make your home awarm, welcoming place for family and friends . . .

you need to visit us.”

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Do you love beautifulcustom window treat-ments, but can’t justify theexpense that retail storescharge?

Do you have furniturethat needs updating withnew upholstery or slip-covers?

Now you can getsuperb quality and seem-ingly limitless selectionsfor your home by goingdirect to locally-ownedDecorators Workroom.

“Ready-made treat-ments were just so skimpyand the selections werevery limited, but when I

priced custom treatmentsat a retail store, they were

just too expensive,” saidErin Chain of Anderson.

“Then a friend told meabout The DecoratorsWorkroom. A friendly,down-to-earth designercame to my home withtons of fabrics and lots ofideas.

“Best of all, the pricewas so reasonable. Mynew window treatment isgorgeous and the work-manship is top-notch!Everything is customdesigned for my home!”

The DecoratorsWorkroom elimi-nates the overheadcharges of a retailstore and passesthose savings ontoyou. Their experi-enced seamstressescreate your windowtreatments with top-of-the-line fabrics,unique trims, andcustom details likejumbo cording, cov-ered buttons andcontrast banding.

“They made customRoman shades for myfamily room that pickedup the colors in my sofaand rugs,” said ConnieYarlow of Montgomery.

“Then we used a com-plimentary fabric for a tai-lored valance over thekitchen sink. I’m also

doing grommet-toppedside panels in the livingroom. The DecoratorsWorkroom did it all -affordably and on time!”

You can choose uniquefeatures like goblet pleats,cascade hems and brushor beaded trim. Or selectfrom an array of classicstyles, all expertly craftedfor you.

“I bought some drap-ery panels from a bigname catalog. They werejust so skimpy and lookedlike everyone else’s win-dows,” said KarenMitchell in Milford.

“I sent them back andcalled The DecoratorsWorkroom on the recom-mendation of a neighbor.My new treatments areperfect – they are so fulland rich looking!”

Do you have a maga-zine photo you want tomatch? Or do you knowexactly what you want,you just haven’t been ableto find it at a reasonableprice? The Decorators

Workroom will bring youridea to life. Or maybe youhave a challenging win-dow shape. DecoratorsWorkroom will solve theproblem beautifully!

“My home just neededupdating,” said BethKaminsky of Loveland.“The old treatments werekind of drab and out of

style.“The designer from

Decorators Workroomcame in with fresh, newideas and beautiful fabricsthat you don’t see every-where else. The results arejust so pretty!”

In addition to customslipcovers and re-uphol-stery, The DecoratorsWorkroom also createscustom cornices, head-boards, benches andottomans, complete bed-ding ensembles includingnursery sets, andwood/faux wood blindsand shades.

While their pricing isalways surprisinglyaffordable, right nowDecorators Workroom hasspecial pricing on silk andfaux silk side panels andsheer draperies … withlots of styles, colors andfabrics to choose from.

Professional installa-tion is always availableand a large selection ofrods and hardware isyours to choose from.

Connie Yarlow put itbest, “My new windowtreatments add so muchto my home and I saved abundle, too!”

Call 515-1138 to sched-ule a free, no-obligationappointment with an inte-rior designer from TheDecorators Workroom.

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Surprisingly affordable custom window treatments, slipcovers, re-upholstery

“Ready-made treatments were just so skimpy and the selections werevery limited, but when I priced custom treatments at a retail store, they

were just too expensive.“Then a friend told me about The Decorators Workroom. A friendly,

down-to-earth designer came to my home with tons of fabrics and lotsof ideas.

“Best of all, the price was so reasonable. My new window treatmentsare gorgeous and the workmanship is top-notch! Everything is custom

designed for my home!” – Erin Chain, of Anderson

Whether you are afamiliar friend who hasvisited Meier’s WineCellars throughout theyears or a brand new visi-tor, there is somethingvery special happeningthat people are talkingabout – something worthseeing for yourself.

The Winery has hiredLisa Merida-Paytes as artdirector/event coordina-tor to add a unique aspectto the already amazingfacility.

This nationally recog-nized visual artist, educa-tor and author holds anM.F.A. from theUniversity of Cincinnatiand a B.F.A. from the ArtAcademy of Cincinnati.Her work has been fea-tured in exhibitions andpublications, regionally,nationally and interna-tionally for the past 10years.

“At the winery this fallwe are debuting excitingnew art galleries featuringlocal and regional talentwith both two and threedimensional mixed-mediaworks such as acrylic, oil,collage, photography, clay,glass and fabric,” saidLisa Merida-Paytes.

“I recently establishedthe Meier’s Plein AirPainting Society where Iwill offer semi-privatefine art lessons everySaturday, 10 a.m. to noon.

“The class fee is $20,artists provide their ownsupplies and Meier’sWine Cellars will provideincredible visual imagesto reference in your work.All levels from beginningto professional artists wel-come.”

For more informationand to schedule a groupevent or team buildingworkshop, email Lisa

directly [email protected] or call 891-2914,ext. 136.

Currently, her work isfeatured in a solo exhibi-tion at ArtsPlace inPortland, Ind. Recently,her work was featured atThe NEXPO Gallery dur-ing the NCECAConference 2010 inPhiladelphia, PA;Vancouver Artist TradingCard Exhibition duringthe 2010 VancouverOlympic Games, Canada;Form from Form, Meyer’sGallery, University ofCincinnati; Animal Logic:Artists ContemplateCreature Kingdoms,Tower Fine Arts Gallery,The College of Brockport,Brockport, NY; Art Prize,Huntington Building,Grand Rapids, Mich.; TheBentley Projects Galleryduring the NCECAConference 2009 inPhoenix; “Endangered”Exhibition, at GloriaKennedy Gallery in NewYork; Lillstreet Art Center,in Chicago; the essence ofa thing… at Weston ArtGallery in Cincinnati.

Additionally, she haswritten and published herown curriculum, SpecialStudio: PreservingMemories with Paperclay,Series 1, an Art-to-ArtPalette Books publication.

Also, her works arefeatured in a SusanHibbard, InternationalPublication in 2011, YouShall Have A Fishy…TheUse of the Fish as a Motifin Ceramic Ware, in 2010Lark Book’s 500 Raku andfeatured articles publishedin Studio Ceramics:Advanced Techniques in2010, (cover / featureartist), The AmericanCeramics Society’s book

in 2010, Pottery MakingIllustrated, July / August2009 issue, (cover / fea-ture artist), Art-to-ArtPalette Journal 2008,

Raku, Pit & Barrel, TheAmerican CeramicsSociety’s book, in 2007and Ceramics Monthly’sOctober 2006 issue.

In addition, she hadworks published in LarkBooks’ 500 Animals in

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Lobsta Bakes of Maine,retail purveyor of freshdaily deliveries of fishand shellfish, has beenopen at its current loca-tion in Newtown for twoand a half years and wordis spreading about theexcellent quality of itsseafood (delivered fresh,never frozen, daily), rea-sonable prices, and friend-ly, knowledgeable staff.

Owner Kevin Smitheschews the large andimpersonal “megamart”atmosphere for homeyand seasonal.Cincinnatians in the loopknow how lucky they areto have such fresh, nutri-tious seafood availableyear-round in their midst.

Kevin is a Maine nativeand third-generation com-

mercial fisherman whosets the tone in this pleas-ant shop, with his good-natured, Down Eastdemeanor, and customerssense this upon enteringthe charming, century-oldrenovated farmhouse.

Even the finickiesteaters find somethingthey love to eat at thispart seafood market, partgourmet deli.

Lobsta Bakes of Maineis a place where shoppersare welcome to gather,talk food, get cookingadvice, and pick some-thing up to make a deli-cious meal for friends andfamily.

People may beunaware that most fish isseasonal or quota-man-aged and influenced by

the vagaries of MotherNature.

Therefore it’s a goodidea to acquaint them-selves with a variety ofseafood new to them sowhen one fish isn’t avail-able they’re prepared toenjoy another.

Autumn signals theclose of wild PacificSalmon season as well asthe start of football,extracurricular activities,and tailgating. Along withLobsta Bakes’ signaturesmoked seafood sausages,shrimp burgers, clamchowder and quiches, lob-sters are a fantastic treatand easy to grill.

Shrimp is anotheryummy morsel simplyserved as scampi, stir-fry,or chilled with cocktailsauce.

Lobsta Bakes of Maineis located at 3533 ChurchStreet in Newtown. Call

513-561-0444. It’s openMonday through Friday10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.,Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit www.lobstabakes.They’re social – look forLobsta Bakes on Facebookand Twitter.

Come to Lobsta Bakes of Maine in Newtown

Lobsta Baskes of Maine.

NUTRITION from page 4Pack in nutrients

One key to success isto modify kids’ favoritefoods by pumping up thenutritional value, accord-ing to Mike Bloom, vicepresident of marketing forSuncore Products.

For example, his com-pany recently introduceda new line of cookies,WhoNu? Nutrition RichCookies, created to lookand taste like familiarfamily favorites, whilepacking more than 20essential vitamins andminerals, plus dietaryfiber.

Create tasty optionsTake familiar favorite

treats and make themeven tastier for kids. Forinstance, parents canmake small changes tobeloved treats using sim-

ple recipes like a frozenyogurt sandwich.

Scoop half a cup ofyour favorite flavor oflow-fat frozen yogurtbetween two CrispyChocolate Chip WhoNu?Cookies. Freeze until firmand serve.

Timing is everythingKnow your children’s

schedules. A snack canhelp ward off hunger, butfilling kids up with aheavy, calorie-filled treatcan spoil their appetites.Space snacks out appro-priately, and look fortreats packed with fiberthat will keep their stom-achs full without ruiningdinner.

Allow more than onechef in the kitchen

Let kids’ creativity

soar using their plate as acanvas. Offering a varietyof flavorful treats they’vehelped create fends offboredom. Allow kids toplay with their food withthis fun recipe:

PB&J ‘Sushi’Trim the crust off a

slice of whole wheatbread and spread peanutbutter and jelly over thebread. Roll and cut intoone-inch sections with abutter knife. Give yourchild a pair of chopsticksto add some internationalflair.

To see more after-school snack recipes thattaste great and are packedwith vitamins and miner-als, visit www.whonu-cookies.com.

Pool care expert Sam Ionna, of S.I.Pool Care, said fall is actually the besttime for pool renovations.

“Doing renovations in the fall ensuresthat you’ll get into your pool next sum-mer when you want to get into it – notwhen unreliablespring weather saysyou can,” Sam said.You’ll also avoid aprice increase too.”

Whether you’relooking for a newliner, to resurface,need concrete ordeck work, or needequipment changes,S.I. Pool Care, a family-owned and oper-ated business, is the place to call.

You can trust their expert advice,they’ll do the best job and offer you thebest price.

In addition to renovations, now isalso the time to start thinking aboutwhen you want to close your pool.

“If you want to choose the date youwill close your pool, call now,” Sam

warned.A professional pool closing is the best

and safest option.“It’s important to close your pool

properly,” Sam said. “If you don’t do itproperly, don’t put antifreeze in your

lines or don’t get all the water outthere’s a good chance that your lineswill freeze and break. You can causeyourself a lot of problems, so it’s impor-tant to have your pool professionallyclosed.”

For more information call S.I. PoolCare at 331-4110 or visit www.sipool-care.com.

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A professional pool closing is the bestand safest option.

“It’s important to close your poolproperly,...”

Newport on the Levee?“Kentucky Pickens”

opened Sept. 1 and isspilling over with uniqueitems guaranteed to offersomething for everyone.You will find antiques,collectibles, buy-outs, andbrand new items straightfrom the market.

Stop by and take a lookat the vintage cars, motor-cycles, and memorabiliafrom Northern Kentucky!

The friendly folks atLasting Impressions take

pride in excellent cus-tomer service and tryingto meet your every need!It’s a shopping experienceyou are going to enjoyand repeat again andagain!

The direct phone lineto the third floor is 859-655-8187. You may callwhen you arrive if youneed elevator service, andsomeone will be glad tocome down and give youa lift.

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The SI Pool Care familly.

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Clay in 2006. Merida-Paytes’ was formerlyGallery Director atFUNKe FIRED ARTS from2007-2011. Seewww.lisameridapaytes.com.

Meier’s Wine Cellars islocated at 6955 Plainfield

Road, Silverton, Ohio just1.5 miles downMontgomery Road fromthe Kenwood TowneCentre.

Their staff can help youselect wines that bestmatch your dinner ordessert selections. Meier’s

has a wide range of tablewines with a wonderfulselection of dessert winesincluding their awardwinning No. 44 CreamSherry and No. 44 Port.

Not to be overlooked istheir Reiem brand ofsparkling wines that

include Brut, Extra Dryand Spumante. Meier’salso makes eleven flavorsof sparkling non-alcoholicgrape juice. Call the retailstore at 891-2914 for moreinformation or visit ourstore 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.,Tuesday through

Saturday.Their website is

www.meierswinecellars.com and www.meier-sjuice.com. Additionally,you can find Meier’s onFacebook and Twitter.