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  • 2023 Loveland Valentine Program kickoff

    2023 Loveland Valentine Program kickoff

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Valentine Ladies invite you to join them to kick off the 2023 Valentine Program on Saturday, January 7, at 11 AM at Sweetheart Alley on the Loveland Bike Trail.

    You will meet the 2023 Valentine Lady, Donna Barnes.

    In addition, the 2023 Valentine card will be unveiled and available for purchase at $2.00 each or 3 cards for $5.00.

    Also, mark your calendars for the annual Valentine breakfast on February 10 at 8:30 AM. More details about the breakfast will be announced at a later date.

    Dr. Kathy Lorenz

    The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance is also hosting a Valentine coloring program for young artists, with a submission deadline of January 20, 2023.

    Download the Coloring Contest Form (PDF)

    Additionally, the Valentine Poetry Contest is open to a variety of age groups and there will be a poetry workshop on January 7 at 9 AM at the Hometown Cafe, led by Dr. Kathy Lorenz, the Valentine Lady of 2019. Poetry submissions are due by January 20, 2023.

    Download the Poetry Contest Entry Form

    Come on down to Loveland, Ohio,
Where love is in the air.
Join in the fun and make some memories,
In this charming town so dear.

At Sweetheart Alley on the bike trail,
The 2023 Valentine card will be revealed.
Purchase one for two bucks or three for five,
And show your love for someone so your heart isn't concealed.

Meet the Valentine Lady, Donna Barnes,
And mark your calendars for the annual breakfast.
Details to come, so stay tuned,
For this event that's sure to be festooned.

The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance,
Is hosting a coloring program for young artists.
With a deadline of January 20,
This is a chance to create something most badest.

And don't forget the poetry contest,
Open to all ages and skill level.
A workshop on January 7, led by Dr. Lorenz,
Will help you craft it perfect and special.

So come on down to Loveland, Ohio,
Where love is in the air.
Join in the fun and make some memories,
At the 2023 Valentine Program fair.
                       
                           - AI generated by David Miller
  • Donna Barnes named the 2023 Valentine lady

    Donna Barnes named the 2023 Valentine lady

    Loveland, Ohio – Resident Donna Barnes (3rd from right) has been named the 2023 Valentine lady.

    In making the announcement 2013 Valentine Lady Janis Fogle said, “Donna is one that flies under the radar, meaning she simply goes along her day with kindness and generosity of her time and asks nothing in return. From volunteering at the Loveland Farmers Market to picking up trash along the Little Miami bike trail, taking pride in her community, Donna is an excellent fit into the sisterhood, known as the Loveland Valentine ladies.”

    Barnes will replace the current Valentine Lady Jeannie Shumaker who because of Covid 19 restrictions served since 2020.

    The Valentine Program began in 1972 and has grown over the years to include a variety of Valentine community activities, as well as a nationally-known cachet stamping and postmark program.

    “Valentine Ladies are women who have distinguished themselves in community, school, or family endeavors. Being nominated for Valentine Lady is quite an honor.”

    The Valentine Lady is the ambassador for the Chamber’s Valentine Program, and visits area businesses, nursing homes, and schools, among her duties as Valentine Lady.