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  • BREAKING: The very latest about Christmas in Loveland!

    BREAKING: The very latest about Christmas in Loveland!

    Promoted Post

    Grab a shuttle from LECC school on Loveland Miamiville or head to the nature preserve on E. Loveland Avenue. The Shuttle will run the entire time.

    Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is pleased to share that the City of Loveland will once again be transformed into a beautiful wonderland for the Christmas holiday.

    On December 16 visitors can enjoy horse carriage rides, a children’s train ride, and a trolley ride around town. NEW THIS YEAR: Santa will fly over the City of Loveland at 6:30PM! Look to sky for this Christmas magic! At the heart of the event you will find the main stage with live entertainment all evening, vendors row for local businesses, 25+ vendors at the Holiday Market, and food trucks. Entertainment, vendors & shopping can be found in the center of town next to the live nativity scene near Fleet Feet. North Pole magic can be found doing crafts with Mrs. Claus and a visit with Santa! Bring your pup along for the best dressed pet costume contest followed by pics with your pup and Rudolph. Looking to adopt a pet this Christmas? League for Animal Welfare will be on site with many of their cats & dogs for adoption! Children will love petting and interacting with horses, mini cows, mini donkeys, and bunnies brought by Branch Hill Estates. There are free activities all over the city please refer to the map!

    CeeCee Collins, President of the chamber shared that “there will be so many fun activities such as train rides, caroling and Santa’s Wonderland, just to name a few! This is such a great event where the businesses want to give back to everyone that has patronized and visited in downtown. They truly appreciate everyone supporting local businesses and hope they will return to enjoy all of the Loveland area. There will be many samplings and give-a-ways for all ages to enjoy!

    Lacey Sullivan, CeeCee Collins, and Meredith Taylor.

     

    Main Stage Entertainment

    This event will be held rain, snow or shine.

    4:00 – 4:30  

    Girl Scouts of Loveland Christmas Caroling
    4:30 – 5:00 Showboat Cloggers
    5:00 – 5:30 Cincity Shakers
    5:30 – 6:00 Dog Costume Contest
    6:00 – 6:30 Dance Etc.
    6:30 – 7:00 Music by 93.3
    7:00 – 7:30 Chris Arellano on Guitar
    7:30 – 8:00  

    Mrs. Claus leads sing a long

    Event details:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, December 16th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • A back portion of Railroad Avenue will be closed to allow for the horse drawn carriages. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • Line up for the Carriage is on Railroad Avenue-across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Loveland Early Childhood Center to the Fire Station right in town. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all, thanks to our presenting sponsors:  Besl, Baden,  Jones with exp Realty, Bassett Services, and Loveland Pediatric Dentistry, Union Savings Bank, McCluskey Chevrolet, Ace Hardware, College Hunks,  John Hill Construction, Day Heights Auto, Mike’s Car Wash, Loveland Historical Society, Union Savings Bank, Bath Inspirations.

    Right-Click on map to view larger.

    For ALL of the information visit the chamber website,  www.lmrchamberalliance.org .

    Lacey Sullivan

    Event Coordinator

    Little Miami River Chamber Alliance

    Office hours Thursday 9am – 5pm

    514 W. Loveland Ave. | Loveland, OH | 45140

    o: 513.683.1544

    Learn More: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

  • Hot off the press is the 2023 Christmas in Loveland Activity Map!

    Hot off the press is the 2023 Christmas in Loveland Activity Map!

    Loveland, Ohio – This will help you and your children have a “Jolly” time. Please note times for activities vary, so please refer to the map!

    Right-click to view larger and download to your printer. Bookmark this page to take with you to the fun!

    The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is pleased to share that the City of Loveland will once again be transformed into a beautiful wonderland for the Christmas holiday.

    On December 16 visitors can enjoy horse carriage rides, a live nativity, farm animals from Branch Hill Estates to interact with, a children’s train ride, and a trolley ride around town.

    At the heart of the event you will find the main stage with live entertainment all evening, vendors row for local businesses, Christmas shopping at the Holiday Market, and food trucks to include Moma Bears Mac, Funnel Vision, and The Chef Model.

    Entertainment, vendors & shopping can be found in the center of town next to the live nativity scene near Fleet Feet. North Pole magic can be found at BF Realty & Bond Furniture and Design where kids can do crafts with Mrs. Claus and visit Santa (map coming soon)! Bring your pup along for the best dressed pet costume contest hosted by Pet Wants and all entries receive a gift card! Looking to adopt a pet this Christmas? League for Animal Welfare will be on site with many of their cats & dogs for adoption!

    Lacey Sullivan, CeeCee Collins, and Meredith Taylor.

    CeeCee Collins, President of the chamber shared that “there will be so many fun activities such as train rides, caroling and Santa’s Wonderland, just to name a few! This is such a great event where the businesses want to give back to everyone that has patronized and visited in downtown. They truly appreciate everyone supporting local businesses and hope they will return to enjoy all of the Loveland area. There will be many samplings and give-a-ways for all ages to enjoy!

    Main Stage Entertainment

    4:00 – 4:30 Girl Scouts of Loveland Caroling
    4:30 – 5:00 Showboat Cloggers
    5:00 – 5:30 Cincity Shakers
    5:30 – 6:00 Dog Costume Contest hosted by Pet Wants
    6:00 – 6:30 Dance Etc.Performing
    6:30 – 7:00 Loveland HS Jazz Ensemble
    7:00 – 7:30 Christian Arellano on Guitar
    7:30 – 8:00 Mrs. Clause & Elves leads sing a long

     

    Event details:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, December 16th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • Line for the Horse Drawn Carriages will be on Railroad Avenue-across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Loveland Early Childhood Center at 6740 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. and drop off near the Fire Department at 100 E. Loveland Ave. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all, thanks to our presenting sponsors:  Besl, Baden,  Jones with exp Realty, Bassett Services, and The Works, Loveland Pediatric Dentistry, Union Savings Bank, McCluskey Chevrolet, Ace Hardware, College Hunks,  John Hill Construction, Day Heights Auto, Mike’s Car Wash, Loveland Historical Society, Bath Inspirations, Mercy Health, GE Credit Union, Tano Bistro, and Cindy’s Friendly Tavern.
    • Still accepting vendors apply here: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

    This event will be held rain, snow or shine.

    For ALL of the information visit the chamber website,  www.lmrchamberalliance.org .

    Lacey Sullivan

    Event Coordinator

    Little Miami River Chamber Alliance

    Office hours Thursday 9am – 5pm

    514 W. Loveland Ave. | Loveland, OH | 45140

    o: 513.683.1544

    Learn More: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

  • BREAKING: The very latest about Christmas in Loveland!

    BREAKING: The very latest about Christmas in Loveland!

    Promoted Post

    Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is pleased to share that the City of Loveland will once again be transformed into a beautiful wonderland for the Christmas holiday.

    On December 16 visitors can enjoy horse carriage rides, a live nativity, farm animals from Branch Hill Estates to interact with, a children’s train ride, and a trolley ride around town.

    At the heart of the event you will find the main stage with live entertainment all evening, vendors row for local businesses, Christmas shopping at the Holiday Market, and food trucks to include Moma Bears Mac, Funnel Vision, and The Chef Model.

    Entertainment, vendors & shopping can be found in the center of town next to the live nativity scene near Fleet Feet. North Pole magic can be found at BF Realty & Bond Furniture and Design where kids can do crafts with Mrs. Claus and visit Santa (map coming soon)! Bring your pup along for the best dressed pet costume contest hosted by Pet Wants and all entries receive a gift card! Looking to adopt a pet this Christmas? League for Animal Welfare will be on site with many of their cats & dogs for adoption!

    Lacey Sullivan, CeeCee Collins, and Meredith Taylor.

    CeeCee Collins, President of the chamber shared that “there will be so many fun activities such as train rides, caroling and Santa’s Wonderland, just to name a few! This is such a great event where the businesses want to give back to everyone that has patronized and visited in downtown. They truly appreciate everyone supporting local businesses and hope they will return to enjoy all of the Loveland area. There will be many samplings and give-a-ways for all ages to enjoy!

    Main Stage Entertainment

    4:00 – 4:30 Girl Scouts of Loveland Caroling
    4:30 – 5:00 Showboat Cloggers
    5:00 – 5:30 Cincity Shakers
    5:30 – 6:00 Dog Costume Contest hosted by Pet Wants
    6:00 – 6:30 Dance Etc.Performing
    6:30 – 7:00 Loveland HS Jazz Ensemble
    7:00 – 7:30 Christian Arellano on Guitar
    7:30 – 8:00 Mrs. Clause & Elves leads sing a long

     

    Event details:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, December 16th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • Line for the Horse Drawn Carriages will be on Railroad Avenue-across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Loveland Early Childhood Center at 6740 Loveland-Miamiville Rd. and drop off near the Fire Department at 100 E. Loveland Ave. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all, thanks to our presenting sponsors:  Besl, Baden,  Jones with exp Realty, Bassett Services, and The Works, Loveland Pediatric Dentistry, Union Savings Bank, McCluskey Chevrolet, Ace Hardware, College Hunks,  John Hill Construction, Day Heights Auto, Mike’s Car Wash, Loveland Historical Society, Bath Inspirations, Mercy Health, GE Credit Union, Tano Bistro, and Cindy’s Friendly Tavern.
    • Still accepting vendors apply here: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

    This event will be held rain, snow or shine.

    For ALL of the information visit the chamber website,  www.lmrchamberalliance.org .

    Lacey Sullivan

    Event Coordinator

    Little Miami River Chamber Alliance

    Office hours Thursday 9am – 5pm

    514 W. Loveland Ave. | Loveland, OH | 45140

    o: 513.683.1544

    Learn More: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

  • Latest Up-Date on Christmas in Loveland

    Latest Up-Date on Christmas in Loveland

    Promoted Post

    Saturday, December 16th

    4 PM until 8 PM

    Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is pleased to share that the City of Loveland will once again be transformed into a beautiful wonderland for the Christmas holiday.

    On December 16 visitors can enjoy horse carriage rides, a children’s train ride, and a trolley ride around town. At the heart of the event you will find the main stage with live entertainment all evening, vendors row for local businesses, Christmas shopping at the Holiday Market, and food trucks. Entertainment, vendors & shopping can be found in the center of town next to the live nativity scene near Fleet Feet. North Pole magic can be found doing crafts with Mrs. Claus and a visit with Santa (map coming soon)! Bring your pup along for the best dressed pet costume contest followed by pics with your pup and Rudolph. Looking to adopt a pet this Christmas? League for Animal Welfare will be on site with many of their cats & dogs for adoption! Children will love petting and interacting with farm animals brought by Branch Hill Estate at City Hall.

    CeeCee Collins, President of the chamber shared that “there will be so many fun activities such as train rides, caroling and Santa’s Wonderland, just to name a few! This is such a great event where the businesses want to give back to everyone that has patronized and visited in downtown. They truly appreciate everyone supporting local businesses and hope they will return to enjoy all of the Loveland area. There will be many samplings and give-a-ways for all ages to enjoy!

    Main Stage Entertainment

    4:00 – 4:30 Girl Scouts of Loveland Christmas Caroling
    4:30 – 5:00 Empire Premier Academy
    5:00 – 5:30 Cincity Shakers
    5:30 – 6:00 Dog Costume Contest
    6:00 – 6:30 Dance Etc.
    6:30 – 7:00 Carolers (Elsa & Anna)
    7:00 – 7:30 Chris Arellano on Guitar
    7:30 – 8:00  

    Mrs. Claus leads sing along

     

    Event details:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, December 16th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • A back portion of Railroad Avenue will be closed to allow for the horse drawn carriages. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • Line up for the Carriage is on Railroad Avenue-across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Shoppers Haven Parking lot to the Veteran’s Memorial right in town. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all, thanks to our presenting sponsors:  Besl, Baden,  Jones with exp Realty, and Loveland Pediatric Dentistry, Union Savings Bank, McCluskey Chevrolet, Ace Hardware, College Hunks,  John Hill Construction, Day Heights Auto, Mike’s Car Wash, Loveland Historical Society, Union Savings Bank, Bath Inspirations
    • Still accepting vendors apply here: www.lmrchamberalliance.org

    This event will be held rain, snow or shine.

    For ALL of the information visit the chamber website,  www.lmrchamberalliance.org .

    Christmas in Loveland organizers – Chamber staff: Lacey Sullivan, CeeCee Collins, and Meredith Taylor.
  • Christmas in Historic Downtown

    Christmas in Historic Downtown

    Promoted Post

    Loveland, Ohio – Join us for the annual tradition of Christmas in Historic Downtown presented by the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance.

    -Carriage Rides
    -Live Nativity
    -Vendors
    -Holiday specials and treats at area businesses
    -Choirs and Dance Performances
    -Christmas Train
    – Santa!
    – and much more!

  • A proposal for directional signs to accessible parking in Historic Downtown Loveland

    A proposal for directional signs to accessible parking in Historic Downtown Loveland

    March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

    by David Miller

    Dear City Hall,

    I ask you to install directional signs in our Historic District that point to accessible parking spaces.

    To honor National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month I decided to revisit the draft of a proposal I worked on from 2014 until 2016. Most of the proposal was eventually approved by Loveland City Council and the Loveland Planning and Zoning Commission and is now adopted law in the City. I started the project in 2014 when resident, Amy Clawson raised concerns to me. Amy said that unfortunately, a very common problem for people who have different needs is in finding good, appropriate parking that can accommodate their physical or health issues. She pointed me to several instances of inadequate and poorly marked parking spaces in the Historic District. After taking an inventory around town, I published this story: Accessible parking; out of sight, out of mind, neglected and abused.

    This nearly invisible accessible parking space was at McCoy Park in 2014. There should have been a pole-mounted sign and the paint on the pavement had all but disappeared.

    Because most spaces in Loveland in 2016, whether on public or private parking lots were not in compliance with either Ohio or Federal law, the proposal was to mark all accessible parking spaces in the City in a consistent manner and for City Hall to choose a deliberate pathway to bring them all into lawful compliance.

    This was the neglected condition of the accessible parking sign near the restroom at Nisbet Park in 2014.

    It’s intuition that leads you to rather easily locate the accessible parking spaces at Kroger or shopping centers, however, since most businesses in Historic Downtown do not provide their own parking, directional signs as well as signage at the parking spots themselves are needed.

    At the time I started my research, accessible parking was out of sight, out of mind, neglected, and abused. During special events, they are still mostly out of sight and mind.

    I received the full support and helpful suggestions from both City Manager Dave Kennedy and City Engineer Cindy Cindy Klopfenstein as I crafted and illustrated the plan. Kennedy from his end ensured that the planning commission and city council gave careful thought to the plan and secured their approvals.

    When built, the Trails at East Loveland was the first new development to fully comply with the new requirements for accessible parking spaces.

    The plan as adopted requires that all new parking spaces from new development must tell the Planning and Zoning Commission how they intend to comply with the new requirements. Any repaving, recoating, or new stripping of existing parking lots must now also use the guidelines.

    Also adopted at the time was a policy requirement that all applications, whether from private groups or City Hall who filled out an application for special events describe on the application how they will provide the number of accessible parking spaces based on their anticipated attendance.

    The Accessible Parking Sign used by the State of New York

    The original plan I proposed was to use a new universal design that at the time was being adopted around the country, but through research of Ohio Department of Transportation law, I discovered that although they were considering the new design they had not yet made it their design of choice. The newer “fluid movement” design is meant to accentuate a more positive image of accessible needs rather than an expression of one using the parking spot as being “handicapped”.

    Also, one idea I had in 2016 was to have directional signs placed throughout our Downtown Historic District pointing to where a person could find accessible parking, without driving around looking for them. 

    Thus, in light of it being National Disabilities Awareness Month I have revisited my earlier proposal and now suggest “wayfinding” directional signs in the Historic District so people can find the hidden gems closest to where they want to go.

    I propose permanently mounted signs as well as portable ones that would be brought out for special events such as Christmas in Loveland, parades, and the Independence Day event.

    The Direction Sign I propose for Historic Downtown Loveland would tell visitors and shoppers where to find an accessible parking space and that the Sweetheart City of Loveland, Ohio is a welcoming community.

    Thank you for considering my suggestion.

    Best regards,

    David Miller

    The Accessible Parking Space Guide Approved in 2016

  • Christmas in Loveland through the Alex Eicher lens

    Christmas in Loveland through the Alex Eicher lens

    Loveland, Ohio – These photos were taken on December 17 by Loveland Magazine photographer Alex Eicher during the Christmas in Loveland pagent that was presented by the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance.

    Photos by Alex Eicher/Loveland Magazine © 2022

  • [Updated maps with Parking] The 2022 Christmas in Loveland!

    [Updated maps with Parking] The 2022 Christmas in Loveland!

    Christmas in Loveland Weather

    Loveland, Ohio – Join us this weekend!! We can’t wait to celebrate the holidays in our sweet town.

    Loveland Magazine just received these maps and QR Codes directly from Santa’s Instagram page!

    Another up-date is that the Chamber says they have had to make the unfortunate decision to charge for carriage rides this year. A $2 per-person charge.

    “Unfortunately, due to rising costs, we are asking families to pay for a ride this year. We love having them and are thankful for the sponsorships as well. We take credit cards, cash, and Venmo.”

    A few Facts:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, on December 17th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • A back portion of Railroad Avenue will be closed to allow for the horse-drawn carriages. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • Line up for the Carriage is on Railroad Avenue across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Shoppers Haven Parking lot to downtown Loveland. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all

    Right-Click to open the map in a new tab to view it larger.

    Below is a printable Christmas in Loveland that you can print and take with you or download to your phone.

    Christmas-in-Loveland-Map_2022-14-x-11-in-8-2Download

    Right-Click to open the PARKING MAP in a new tab to view it larger.

    Event Map

    A shuttle bus will take folks from the Shoppers Haven Parking lot to downtown Loveland. The Shuttle will run the entire time.

    Loveland-Downtown-ParkingDownload
    Parking

    Read all about Christmas in Loveland

    Christmas in Loveland will be a beautiful wonderland on December 17

  • [Updated maps with Parking] The 2022 Christmas in Loveland Map!

    [Updated maps with Parking] The 2022 Christmas in Loveland Map!

    Christmas in Loveland Weather

    Loveland, Ohio – Join us this weekend!! We can’t wait to celebrate the holidays in our sweet town.

    Loveland Magazine just received this map directly from Santa’s Instagram page!

    Another up-date is that the Chamber says they have had to make the unfortunate decision to charge for carriage rides this year. A $2 per-person charge.

    “Unfortunately, due to rising costs, we are asking families to pay for a ride this year. We love having them and are thankful for the sponsorships as well. We take credit cards, cash, and Venmo.”

    A few Facts:

    • The event takes place from 4-8 PM, on December 17th
    • The train is at the Loveland Museum Center and a trolley will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside the businesses and available by the clock tower.
    • A back portion of Railroad Avenue will be closed to allow for the horse-drawn carriages. Carriages will cost $2 per person.
    • Line up for the Carriage is on Railroad Avenue across from the Wicked Pickle Restaurant.
    • A Holiday Trolley will transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be in the center of town and next to the fountain.
    • A shuttle bus will take folks from the Shoppers Haven Parking lot to downtown Loveland. The Shuttle will run the entire time.
    • The event is free for all

    Right-Click to open the map in a new tab to view it larger.

    Below is a printable Christmas in Loveland that you can print and take with you or download to your phone.

    Christmas-in-Loveland-Map_2022-14-x-11-in-8-2Download

    Right-Click to open the PARKING MAP in a new tab to view it larger.

    Event Map

    A shuttle bus will take folks from the Shoppers Haven Parking lot to downtown Loveland. The Shuttle will run the entire time.

    Loveland-Downtown-ParkingDownload
    Parking

    Read about Christmas in Loveland

    Christmas in Loveland will be a beautiful wonderland on December 17

  • Hot off the press: The 2022 Christmas in Loveland Map!

    Hot off the press: The 2022 Christmas in Loveland Map!

    Loveland, Ohio – Join us this weekend!! We can’t wait to celebrate the holidays in our sweet town.

    Loveland Magazine just received this map directly from Santa’s Instagram page!

    Right-Click to open the map in a new tab to view it larger.

    Below is a printable Christmas in Loveland that you can print and take with you or download to your phone.

    Christmas-in-Loveland-MapDownload

    Read about Christmas in Loveland

    Christmas in Loveland will be a beautiful wonderland on December 17