Loveland, Ohio – Last Wednesday, The League of Animal Welfare came to Cassie Mattia’s “Table of Discussions” for a feature interview.
This is a teaser clip of Zumi doing dog tricks to pique your anticipation.
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The Table of Discussions Celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Connie Mehlman • Cassie Mattia • Courtney Hineman
by Cassie Mattia Loveland, Ohio – Did you know more than 6 million Americans have one or more developmental disabilities (DD)? That means about 15 percent of the United States population is living with DD. Over the few past decades, individuals with DD and DD advocates have been fighting for inclusion and equal opportunities within their communities and the workforce. Without help from leaders and social reformers like Dorothy Dix, Helen Keller, Eleanor Roosevelt, Martin Luther King Jr., Ronald Reagan, and George Bush, to name a few, both National Developmental Disabilities Month and the Americans with Disabilities Act wouldn’t exist.
“It’s just basic human needs not special needs.” – Courtney Hineman In 1987, President Ronald Reagan made a public announcement asking Americans to provide individuals with DD “the encouragement and opportunities they need to lead productive lives and to achieve their full potential.” Reagan’s powerful message not only established the month of March as National DD Awareness Month, but his advocacy also led to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being passed in 1990 by George Bush. The ADA officially made it illegal to discriminate against individuals with disabilities.
Once the ADA passed, DD advocates across the world began to take a stand, using their own experiences and success stories to promote equal rights. Although progress has been made in the DD community there are still many obstacles’ individuals with DD face every day. This is why National DD Awareness Month is a time to celebrate the achievements of those with DD and take the time to educate yourself and those surrounding you on the importance of including individuals with DD in all aspects of community life!
In light of this very special March celebration, I decided to again share an interview that I conducted in March of 2023 on my Loveland Magazine TV Table of Discussions with two of the most respected DD advocates in Ohio, Connie Mehlman now a Consultant with Best Buddies International and Courtney Hineman, the Community Outreach Advocate for Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities! Connie and Courtney have paved the way for inclusion and equality within the DD community giving them both a plethora of knowledge when it comes to educating others about how they too can advocate for individuals with DD. Connie has since retired from her job with Butler County.
I am pleased to rebroadcast my Table of Discussions episode featuring Connie Mehlman and Courtney Hineman! Happy DD Awareness Month!
This year’s Greater Cincinnati Best Buddies Friendship Walk is on Saturday, April 13 at Marcum Park, 116 Dayton Street in Hamilton.
REGISTER
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In celebration of National Developmental Disabilities Month, Courtney wrote an Opinion Editorial in 2023 about what it’s like to live with developmental disabilities and how the community created equal opportunities for her.
Click here to read Courtney’s Op Ed, “I want others with disabilities to have opportunities like I had!”
The gallery of photos below was provided by the Butler County Board of DD and Cassie Mattia.
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
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Courtney Hineman is a disability rights advocate. She is the Community Outreach Advocate at the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities and was appointed by Governor DeWine to the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council for the second term. She is a member of Butler County’s self-advocacy group, and has enjoyed participating in Best Buddies.
Connie Mehlman is the Community Connections Coordinator for the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities. She has more than 35 years of experience both working and volunteering in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. She is currently serving as the Chairperson for Best Buddies Ohio and is very active in the Miami University Best Buddies Chapter.”______________________
Cassie Mattia is the President and Publisher of Loveland Magazine, Cassie Mattia is a resident of Historic Downtown Loveland and the Public Relations Coordinator at Butler County Board of DD. Cassie was awarded the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance 2021 Young Business Professional of the Year. -
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[Videos] Ribbon cutting and introduction to the Habitat for Humanity Loveland ReStore
Loveland, Ohio – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati opened its Loveland ReStore today with a ribbon cutting. Watch these videos and learn how the new ReStore facility operates and learn more about how their support contributes to Habitat for Humanity’s mission of building homes in the Greater Cincinnati Area.
On Saturday, March 2 from 9 AM until 5 PM the community is invited to a grand opening celebration featuring special discounts, giveaways, and opportunities to learn more about Habitat for Humanity’s work in the Greater Cincinnati area.
What can you find at the Habitat ReStore?-
Furniture
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Cabinetry
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Lighting
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Sofas
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Overstock home goods
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Doors & Windows
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New Rugs
… and so much more
10681 Loveland Madeira Rd, Loveland, OH 45140
Loveland Magazine TV videos are sponsored by Move2Loveland
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No Heart was Left Behind at the 3rd Annual Hearts Afire Weekend!
Cassie Mattia by Cassie Mattia,
Loveland, Ohio – The city of Loveland stole the hearts of many at the 3rd annual Hearts Afire Weekend! The celebration which took place on Friday, February 9 through Sunday, February 11 featured a number of heart-felt activities, vendors, food, drinks, live entertainment, Valentine’s Day decorations, and gorgeous ice sculptures.
This year, over 30 businesses participated in spreading the love! On Friday, the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance kicked off Hearts Afire Weekend with their annual Valentine’s Day breakfast where the 2024 Valentine’s Lady, Becky Giver, was announced as well as the winners of the poetry and art contests. Later, Friday evening Lemons & Limes Boutique, Blume Home, Alley Boutique, Trailside Provisions, and Whistle Stop Clay Works hosted a Galentine’s Night. The Loveland Stage Company also presented Crushin’ It (Vol. 2), a Valentine themed variety show. The first night of the Hearts Afire celebration ended with Line Dancing Lessons at City Hall and Love Songs Singo at Hops & Berry Taproom.
On Saturday, the Hearts Afire celebration featured over 30 different activities beginning with a Frozen meet and greet at Bike Trail Books and a puppy kissing booth at Eads Hardware Store and ending with Fireworks and a concert starring Rooster Ridge at Cappy’s Taproom. The day also included a Heart Art Scavenger Hunt, a unique Taylor Swift photo op and friendship bracelet activity, an ice sculpture walking tour, a Caricature Artist, carriage rides, pottery painting, a 360° Photo Booth, speed dating, food trucks, family karaoke, and the first ever dance Elvis costume contest.
On Saturday, I got the opportunity to volunteer at one of the most popular activities at the Hearts Afire Weekend, The Valentine Pageant! The 2nd annual Hearts Afire Valentine Pageant took place at the Loveland Stage Company and showcased children ages 1-4 as they competed to be crowned Miss Valentine or Mr. Cupid. The contest was judged by Loveland Valentine Ladies, Jeanie Shumaker, Donna Barns, Debbie Murray, and John Espy. This year Dr. Kathy Lorenz (2019 Valentine Lady) and Kay Bolin (2018 Valentine Lady) emceed the pageant.
During the pageant I directed guests where to sit and explained to them how to vote for their “Fan Favorite,” a category in which the audience could vote for their favorite child in the pageant. Those that voted included a dollar or more with their vote which went towards funding for a new HVAC system for the Loveland Stage Company.
Assistant City Manager, Misty Clark, was in awe as the guests rolled in as every single seat was filled in the Loveland Stage Company’s auditorium! “This is the largest turn out I have ever seen,” Misty said, “We also have 24 contestants this year in the pageant!”
I couldn’t help but get all the pageant action on camera after hearing how unbelievable the turnout was! Watch my Facebook Live and video from the 2nd Annual Hearts Afire Valentine’s Pageant!
The 2024 Hearts Afire Valentine’s Pageant winners were as follows: (Ages 1-2) – Little Miss Valentine – Rory, Little Mr. Cupid – Beau, (Ages 3-4) – Miss Valentine – Dawson Joan, and (People’s Choice) – Dawson Joan
The Hearts Afire Weekend ended on Sunday with a Chasing Cupid 5k at Fleet Feet, a Taylor Swift Brunch at Paxton’s Grill, and a Sweetheart Brunch at Tano Bistro.
I had an absolute blast exploring the Hearts Afire weekend festivities and meeting so many visitors that traveled miles just to experience the Hearts Afire celebration! I am so proud to be a part of the Sweetheart of Ohio! If you missed the 3rd Annual Hearts Afire Weekend watch the Loveland Magazine TV video that captures the essence of the celebration including “Family Karaoke” and the Dance Elvis Costume Contest! The music featured on the video is by DJ JOE KOOL.All of our LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV episodes and my Table of Discussions are made possible by the generous support of the team of realtors at Move 2 Loveland.
President and Publisher of Loveland Magazine, Cassie Mattia is a resident of Historic Downtown Loveland and the Public Relations Coordinator at Butler County Board of DD. Cassie was awarded the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance 2021 Young Business Professional of the Year. -
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[VIDEO] Winter athletic National Signing Day at Loveland High School
David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine by David Miller
Loveland, Ohio – On National Letter of Intent Day in the Chuck Schmidt Gymnasium at Loveland High School, Athletic Director Rich Bryant officiated the Winter Athletic Signing Day ceremony.
Congratulations to the following student-athletes who will be continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level:Alexis Bullock – Soccer-Warner UniversityDrew Murnan– Cheer-University of CincinnatiDrew Holman– Football-Ashland UniversityJulius Vorbroker– Football-Thomas More UniversityZach Gleason– Lacrosse-University of Detroit MercySebastian Jordan – Lacrosse-Mount Vernon Nazarene UniversityNational Signing Day is traditionally the first day that a high school senior can sign a binding National Letter of Intent for a collegiate sport with a school that is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) in the United States.*All of our LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV videos are made possible by the generous support of the team of realtors at Move 2 Loveland.
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Cassie Mattia Interviews Loveland High School Trio About Team Coureage 5.0
STUDENT VISIONARIES ARE THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW
They look to the future—and see infinite possibility.
They challenge the status quo—and make the impossible possible. They boldly imagine a better world – and lead the charge to create it.
Cassie Mattia by Cassie Mattia
On Friday, February 2, Student Visionaries of the Year candidates Lola Jones, Kathryn Zervos, and Leah Schwab came to the LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV studio for the first 2024 segment of my Table of Discussions!
During this all-new Table of Discussions interview, I talked to Loveland High School students Lola, Kathryn, and Leah about Loveland Team Coureage 5.0, their goals for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign, and why this campaign means so much to them.
From January 29th to March 16th, Lola, Kathryn, and Leah will compete against other schools in the Greater Cincinnati area to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s blood cancer research.
To help Lola, Kathryn, and Leah accomplish their Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign goals tune into my Loveland Magazine TV all-new episode of the Table of Discussions for details on how you can get involved!
Download the event calendar below to your phone so it’s handy next time you are looking for something good to eat or fun to do. You can have a nice time out and support cancer research at the same time!
What is the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society?
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society was built on that same vision – of a better world – one without blood cancers.
As a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, LLS:
- Funds cutting-edge research leading to breakthroughs in immunotherapy, genomics and personalized medicine that are improving and saving the lives of patients
- Provides free education and support for blood cancer patients and families, including personalized, one-on-one support, assistance with identifying and enrolling in clinical trials, and more.
- Mobilizes thousands of advocates to drive policy changes that accelerate the development of new cancer treatments and break down barriers to care.
Make a Donation Now!
Buy a Tee Now!Follow the team on Instagram – lovelandteamcoureage_5.0
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All of our LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV episodes and my Table of Discussions are made possible by the generous support of the team of realtors at Move 2 Loveland.
President and Publisher of Loveland Magazine, Cassie Mattia is a resident of Historic Downtown Loveland and the Public Relations Coordinator at Butler County Board of DD. Cassie was awarded the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance 2021 Young Business Professional of the Year. -
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[Photo Slides] Recent Loveland High School Basketball Photos
David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine by David Miller
Loveland, Ohio – It’s been awfully fun photographing the Loveland High School Women’s and Men’s basketball games this season. As you will see in this slide show there is non-stop effort and excitement from both teams.
By visiting the ECC website you can keep up with the stats, standings, scores, and the schedule to attend a game and witness the action firsthand.
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Interview with Becky Giver the 2024 Loveland Ohio Valentine Lady
by David Miller
Loveland, Ohio – Saturday morning the Little Miami River Chamber Alliance gathered a standing-room crowd at City Hall to introduce Becky Giver as the next Loveland Valentine Lady and unveil the 2024 Valentine card designed by artist Lauren Connolly.
Before the ceremony started, Becky talked to me about how it felt when she was surprised and told of her selection and what are her plans during her reign.
You can view Connolly’s winning design as the cover photo on the Loveland Magazine homepage.
Kay Bolin, the 2018 Valentine Lady nominated Giver. Here is the letter she wrote to the selection committee:
Becky Giver, a woman who flies “under the radar” while constantly doing her good and caring deeds in our community. Since Becky has retired, or I should say semi-retired, she has been able to put all that energy into our community.
In addition to being a continued patron for Loveland’s restaurants and businesses, she doesn’t stop there, as she knows it takes work as well as fun to keep a community growing.
Loveland is so lucky to have several non- profit organizations that need good people who are willing to work and not be afraid to get their hands dirty. And speaking of getting your hands dirty, Becky has been involved with the:
City of Loveland Beautification Committee – She has been one of several members who have helped beautify our community. Today she continues to work on some special projects with “Love our Land.” It is so cool to watch Loveland’s renewed interest in planning and planting with the focus on pollinator beds throughout our community.
Becky doesn’t stop with planting; in fact, you have possibly seen her & her husband, Gary, walking on 48 carrying a bag and picking up trash to help once again keep our community beautiful and clean. They have been part of this Adopt a Block program for years.
Becky is also on the board for Loveland Legacy Foundation –a 501(c) (3) non-profit charitable organization, with the purpose of improving the community of Loveland, with a common purpose of the betterment of Loveland, now and in the future.
Another not-for-profit organization she is involved with is Loveland Stage Company, as House Manager and ad sales. Like everything she does, she goes far beyond the requirements to ensure comfort and a pleasant experience for the patrons.
Becky has been a volunteer for years and recently has been appointed to be on the Board of Directors for the Loveland Historical Museum, whose mission is to enrich lives and connect our community through diverse arts and history experiences.”
She has also just finished a very productive term as President of the Loveland Woman’s Club, and now serves as Advisor for the next 2-year term.
In her spare time Becky & Gary take care of the bird feeders at the Loveland Nature Preserve
In summary Becky cares about our community and its people, she helps make a better community for all of us and the future generations. Her compassion is contagious, she will make a fun-loving and productive addition to our Valentine Lady sisterhood. Becky, we are thrilled to have you.
Respectfully submitted by Kay Bolin, 2018 Valentine Lady
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[VIDEO] 22nd Annual Pass it On Food Drive
David Miller is the Managing Editor of Loveland Magazine. UPDATE: Loveland Schools reports that students and staff donated more than 6,000 food items.
Loveland, Ohio – I met Nancy Grant at the corner of Lebanon Road and Durango Drive right across from the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church this morning where she was directing traffic for the 22nd Annual Pass it On Food Drive. Hundreds of Loveland Intermediate School and Loveland Middle School students were carrying food to the church that they donated to the LIFE Food Pantry. The food will be packaged into Thanksgiving baskets for local residents and clients of the pantry.
The children walked about 3/4 mile to hand deliver the food.
The food drive was started by Nancy Grant to heal wounds after the terrorist attack on 9/11. The purpose is so that clients of the LIFE Food Pantry and other residents in the community can eat well at Thanksgiving and later in December.
Grant said twenty-two years ago, “Well, we can’t change the world, but we can change our little corner of it.” She had this idea to line up the kids down the street and pass the food donations one bag and box, hand-to-hand at a time to one another until it reached the church. A pay it forward so children could feel good about themselves. She thought it worked after 9/11 and has ever since. The students didn’t exactly “pass-it-on” to one another like they used to, but each carried their own donations to the church.
After the donations arrive, adult volunteers will sort, date-check, organize, and assemble a Thanksgiving meal box to go out to area families. The huge effort is to ensure that all our Loveland families and singles will have the items they need so they can sit down together and enjoy a traditional meal for the holiday.
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[VIDEO] Ian Ciric and Nick McHenry sign letter of intent to continue athletic career in college
Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Magazine TV was there yesterday in the gym at Loveland High School when Ian Ciric and Nick McHenry signed their letter of intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Athletic Director Rich Bryant introduced the young men and read a short bio about them.
Ian Ciric – Soccer – Ohio Northern UniversityNick McHenry – Soccer – The Ohio State University
