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  • More than 40 VEX Robotics Teams Ready to compete at Loveland High School on December 21

    More than 40 VEX Robotics Teams Ready to compete at Loveland High School on December 21

    Students in the VEX Robotics Program at Loveland High School started working on their current robots last summer and will continue to refine them throughout the 2019-20 competition season.

     

    Loveland, Ohio – It may be just a few days before Christmas, but teams from Loveland High School (LHS) and Loveland Middle School (LMS) will be competing with more than 40 other teams from across the region in the VEX Robotics Competition at LHS on December 21, officially kicking off their tournament season. The seven Loveland teams have been hard at work preparing for the 2019-2020 season.

    “This game has many challenging aspects, including robot design, programming, and game strategy,” said LHS Robotics Coordinator Amy Stewart.

    In the competition, teams of students will use their own designed and built robots to compete against other teams in a game-based engineering challenge. This year’s VEX Robotics game, “Tower Takeover,” is played on a 12’x12’ square field with the object of attaining a higher score than the opposing alliance by placing cubes in towers or scoring cubes in goals.

    “This game has many challenging aspects, including robot design, programming, and game strategy,” said LHS Robotics Coordinator Amy Stewart.

    The matches on December 21 start at 9:45 AM and the event concludes with an awards ceremony around 4 PM.

    The competition is open to the public and free of charge.

    The competition tests the students’ knowledge of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concepts, inspiring them to bring their best problem-solving skills to the table while simultaneously building on teamwork, leadership, and communication skills for life. Tournaments are held throughout the year at the regional, state and national levels, with an eye toward the VEX Robotics World Championship, which is held annually in April.

    The matches on December 21 start at 9:45 AM and the event concludes with an awards ceremony around 4 PM.

    The competition is open to the public and free of charge.

    To learn more about this year’s competition game, visit vexrobotics.com.

    For more information about programs available to students at Loveland, visit Loveland Robotics at lovelandrobotics.wixsite.com.




  • Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree Why Not Give the Gift of Charity!

    Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree Why Not Give the Gift of Charity!

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    Loveland, Ohio – Are you looking for a unique holiday gift for a loved that will not only make your loved one smile but also make you feel good inside?! Well now is your chance to secure your Amazing Race Charity tickets! But hurry this event is known to sell out quickly!

    The Amazing Charity Race 2020 will feature new challenges, pitstops and of course some brand new sponsors that will be sure to quench your thirst! So what are you waiting for?! Stuff a stocking with Amazing Charity Race tickets today! If you would like to learn more about this exciting event or you would like to register your team for the Amazing Charity Race go to www.amazingcharityrace.com!

    Check out the Amazing Charity Race flyer below for event details!

  • Events and Classes at Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash libraries

    Events and Classes at Loveland, Symmes, and Blue Ash libraries

    EVENTS AND CLASSES

    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months.

    No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Monday, December 16, 2019 1:30 PM – 02:30 PM
    Please call 369-4476 for the current title. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, stories, and movement. Recommended for ages birth – 18 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities, and more while learning early literacy skills. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Ages 3-6. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month to discuss and share Genealogy tips and techniques for general Genealogy research.  Everyone is welcome from beginners to experts. No registration is required.
    Blue Ash Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019 12:30 PM – 03:00 PM
    Explore a different element of science every third Tuesday of the month. For grades 1-3.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 4:00 PM – 05:00 PM

    Learn strategies & tactics or just play for fun!

    No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 6:30 PM – 08:30 PM
    Families, help us welcome the winter season by listening to stories, participating in activities and creating a gingerbread house.  Registration is required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.
    Loveland Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    You and your child will shake it together! Sing, dance and enjoy music, movement, and fun. Recommended for ages 1 – 4. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

    Learn to speak and read Spanish!

    Introduction to Speaking and Writing Spanish (for beginners) @ 1 PM
    Reading Spanish Literature (for intermediate to advance) @ 2 PM
    Brush Up Your Spanish: Refresh Your Proficiency (for intermediate to advance) @ 3 PM
    No registration is required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 1:00 PM – 04:00 PM
    Teens! Join us for exciting book discussions, crafts, and activities! Happens on the third Wednesday of every month. For ages 12-15. Registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    This is not your typical yoga class and does not incorporate traditional yoga moves. Laughter is nature’s most powerful stress buster and can have a profound effect on our health and well being. It oxygenates our bodies, strengthens the immune system, reduces blood pressure, and helps create peace in ourselves and our world. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and come prepared to move and laugh with Judi Winall, M.Div., CIH, CLYT.
    No registration is required.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room
    Wednesday, December 18, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:30 PM
    Enjoy books, songs, activities and more, while building early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3 – 6. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Thursday, December 19, 2019, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Hey, Tween girls, join us for great book discussions and awesome activities!  For girls ages 10-12.  Registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch  Meeting Room
    Thursday, December 19, 2019, 7:00 PM – 08:00 PM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Friday, December 20, 2019 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM
    Encourage emerging language skills with books, rhymes, music, and fun. Recommended for ages 18 months – 36 months. No registration required.
    Blue Ash Branch
    Friday, December 20, 2019 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Hey Tweens! Want to learn how to make scrunchies? They are quick and easy! You can make some to wear and some to share!
    No supplies needed – Registration Required.
    Ages 10 and up.
    Symmes Township Branch Meeting Room

    Friday, December 20, 2019 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM



  • School Board meets Tuesday for March levy vote

    School Board meets Tuesday for March levy vote

    Board members, Michele Pettit, Ned Portune, Eileen Washburn, President Art Jarvis, and Vice President Kathryn Lorenz

    Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland City School District has called a special meeting for Tuesday, December 17. This meeting will be held to consider a “resolution to proceed” in order to place a March operating levy on the ballot.

    The Board will also go into executive session to discuss employment matters.

    The 6 PM meeting is in the Loveland Intermediate and Middle School’s Media Center at 757 S. Lebanon Road.

     

    Treasurer Resolutions
    Approve a resolution declaring intent to proceed with election on the question of an additional tax in excess of the 10 mill limitation and certifying the same to the board of elections per ORC 5705.21.

     

    The Board of Education met on Tuesday, December 10, and passed a resolution of necessity to place an operating levy of 6.95 mills on the March 2020 ballot. The decision was five weeks after a failed combined operating and permanent improvement/bond issue on November 5.

    According to a press release issued by the Distric, the 6.95 millage levy translates into approximately $20/month ($243 annually) per $100,000 of appraised home value as determined by the county auditor. The board is to have the millage amount certified by the county auditor and intends to pass a resolution to proceed on December 17. The deadline to submit ballot language to the county boards of elections is December 18.



  • Watch as Debbie Murray crowned 2020 Loveland Valentine Lady

    Watch as Debbie Murray crowned 2020 Loveland Valentine Lady

    We know we’re hopping right over Christmas and New Year to Valentine’s Day – but that is just what we do sometimes!

     

    Loveland, Ohio – Debbie Murray was crowned the 2020 Loveland, Ohio Valentine Lady on December 12, 2019, at the Works Pizza in Historic Downtown. Her family and Valentine Ladies who are former holders of the crown lured Debbie to the local restaurant under false pretenses so they could surprise her – and it worked. Debbie becomes the 34th Loveland Valentine Lady.

    This exclusive LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV video is of the marvelous moment and contains an interview with Debbie so our readers can get to know the next lady in red you will see all around town next year and in the schools. You might also find Debbie at the Loveland Post Office postmarking Valentine cards, but definitely not on the bulletin board. She’s too nice of a “Lady” for that!

    Read these other stories about the Loveland Valentine Program…

     





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  • [Videos/Interviews/Photos] What does the new City Hall leadership look like?

    [Videos/Interviews/Photos] What does the new City Hall leadership look like?

    In the photo above, newly elected Councilwoman Kathy Baliey takes the oath of office administered by Solicitor Joe Braun. Bailey will serve as Loveland’s Mayor for the next two years.

    Mihaela Manova

    by Mihaela Manova

    Loveland, Ohio – As 2019 ends, and 2020 resolutions arise, the Loveland City Hall renews its politicians. On a cold night on December 2nd, residents entered Loveland City Hall to witness the introduction and induction of their council members, and in turn, filled the hall to capacity. Rows of chairs were perfectly lined up and filled with family and active residents, time was passing and excitement fueled the room.

    The room was spacious enough to fill a crowd of a hundred, and it soon did.

    Clerk of Council Misty Brents (on far left) chaired the start of the meeting. Brents, City Manager Dave Kennedy, and Councilmember Tim Butler waiting for the meeting to begin.

    Mixed feelings of anxiety and happiness permeated the room as council members lined up in their respective seats. On the far left side sat the Clerk of Council Misty Brents, followed by an empty seat that in moments would be occupied by Andrew Bateman. Councilmembers Neal Oury, City Manager David Kennedy, a re-elected Kathy Bailey, Rob Weisgerber, Tim Butler, a re-elected Kent Blair, Ted Phelps, and Solicitor, Joseph Braun filled the remainder of the high-backed, upholstered chairs.

    Throughout the audience, one can see campaign supporters and family members awaiting their loved ones to be inaugurated as others were standing quietly in the back admiring the process. As 7 PM passed and people sat in their seats, the room became quiet and then erupted in applause as the anticipated new council member, Andrew Bateman came through the doors with a smile. The clerk called the roll and meeting to order and led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

    Loveland Police and Loveland/Symmes Fire Department Chaplin, Pastor Bill Hounshell followed with an Invocation as the council inductions soon followed.

    Kathy Bailey was sworn into office by Hamilton County Judge Brad Greenberg, a former Loveland Mayor.

    Kathy Bailey was first to hit the podium with support as her family sat in the front row. Judge Brad Greenberg swore in Bailey as a council member for which she presented a speech in front of the audience. Bailey has been Loveland’s Mayor for the past four years and was re-elected to serve on Council on November 5 for another four-year term.

    “Four years ago, I didn’t necessarily know what I was getting into, or why, but I certainly know now. I ran again because I have come to love this city, the entire community, our residence, our community partners, (and) our business owners of this city,” Bailey said after taking her oath.

    Watch the LOVELAND MAGAZINE VIDEO below for the newly elected members’ speeches.

    Kent Blair received a congratulatory handshake from Police Chief Sean Rahe after taking his oath of office.

    Up next, Kent Blair was sworn in by Patricia Melson and Andrew Bateman was sworn in by Marla Simiele. Blair said, “The city of Loveland is a lot more than just a collection of buildings and a bunch of people who live in a certain place and work and go to the school in town, it’s an idea. And, I love the idea that is Loveland.”

    After taking the oath, Bateman expressed what he stands for and what he sees in Loveland’s future. “The City is really a special place and it’s because of the people that care about it. So, ‘us’ in government need to care about them no matter where they’re from, what they do, why they’re here. We’re all neighbors and nothing can be more needed in our society today than a return to neighborliness.” 

    First-time Councilmember Andy Bateman received an ovation when he entered the Council Chamber a few minutes late. He then laughed lightheartedly and pointed to the empty seat on the dais he was directed to occupy. As if saying, “For me?”

    After Bateman’s speech, the anticipated nominations for Mayor for the next two years were opened by Clerk Misty Brents. Blair nominated Bailey and no other nominations were made. After she received all seven votes, a round of applause proceeded her to the podium to take the oath as Mayor administered by Solicitor Braun.

    After a round of handshakes with each council member, Bailey returned to the center seat at the dais to run the remainder of the meeting.

    Bailey then asked for nominations for Vice Mayor.

    Former City Solicitor Susan Allspach (nee Gertz) administered the oath of office to Rob Weisger after he was chosen to continue as Vice-Mayor for another two years.

    Rob Weisgerber was nominated by Neal Oury and Tim Butler nominated himself. The roll was called and with five votes against two, Rob Weisgerber became reelected as Vice Mayor. In his speech, he said, “The commitment to the community at large has been a passion of mine. I have no interest in being at other levels, it’s near and dear to my heart to be with the residents in a community that I share.”

    The evening ended as Pastor Bill closed the ceremony with another prayer and the council meeting was adjourned. The once anxious room became one of congratulations and handshakes, as we will now witness the changes that the council has in store.

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    After the meeting came to a close I interviewed Mayor Bailey and Council members Blair and Bateman.

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    The photos in this slide show are © Mihaela Manova 2019/Loveland Magazine



  • Loveland High School’s Winter Sports Teams Kick the Season off right with Multiple Victories-Part 2

    Loveland High School’s Winter Sports Teams Kick the Season off right with Multiple Victories-Part 2

    by Cassie Mattia

    Loveland, Ohio – The holidays are here and so is Loveland High School’s winter sports season! Thus far LHS’s winter athletics have begun their season with a bang so what better way to showcase these talented Tiger coaches and student-athletes then to bring to you part 2 of the Loveland sports 411!

    Men’s Wrestling

    The Men’s Wrestling team started off their season with a dual victory at Sycamore on December 5th, winning 49 to 25. The Tigers won 9 out of the 14 matches! Check out the moments captured from the big win at Sycamore below!

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    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5tmBligovx/?igshid=1da3e2vuwlrse

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5tkBXRgmWA/?igshid=1dn4l9hyn0900

    The Tiger Wrestlers will be in action again on Thursday against Harrison at home.

    Men’s and Women’s Swimming/Diving

    The Men’s and Women’s Swim and Dive team kicked off their season at Sycamore on December 3rd and December 7th for the Sycamore High School Invitational. The Tigers had both impressive dives and freestyles! Nami Cannon took first place in the 100 Butterfly and the Women’s dive team consisting of Sydney Keil, Shelby Cline, Kali Egan, and Morgan Eversole also collected some very impressive results!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5oe7g0HjWI/?igshid=15u18nfu7wgih

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5odefPHBdD/?igshid=1ljbw5c5f3417

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5oPGvNHBep/?igshid=14jiu8h673hah

    The Men’s Swim and Dive team also produced some impressive results at Sycamore! Some of the Tiger top performers were Jackson Farrell who swam in the 500 Freestyle and the Men’s 200-yard medley team which consisted of Carle, Jenkins, Ferrill, and Bacanurchi. Below are some of the moments captured at Sycamore!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5oU0ftnxJq/?igshid=o1628bte9q3g

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5oOfkbH0_Q/?igshid=uek2skf1897w

    The Men’s and Women’s Swim/Dive Team competed at Walnut Hills on Tuesday, December 10th, in which we will bring you the results when we receive them, and will be swimming back into action on Tuesday, December 17th at New Richmond at 4 PM.

    Men’s Bowling

    The Loveland Men’s Bowling Team has been bowling away the competition, improving their record to 4-1 in the ECC and 5-1 overall! The Tigers are currently in 2nd place in the ECC. On Tuesday, December 3rd the Tigers took on Kings at Mason Bowl grabbing a win with a score of 2480 to 2307. Below are Loveland’s stats from the competition.

    Loveland
    REGULAR GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    Anthony Jerdack 192 191 383 191.5
    Jeffrey Scott 168 198 366 183.0
    Matthew Rychlik 162 199 361 180.5
    Alton French 188 188 188.0
    Ben Westley 176 176 176.0
    Sub Bowler 1 149 149 149.0
    Joey Kapszukiewicz 144 144 144.0
    REGULAR GAMES TOTAL 854 913 1767 883.5
    BAKER GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    179 184 159 191 713 178.3
    TOTALS PINS
    2480

     

    The Men’s Tiger’s Bowling Team faced Kings again on Wednesday, December 4th at Crossgate Lanes. The Tiger’s bowled their hearts out but unfortunately lost 2571 to 2538. Loveland competed again on Wednesday, December 11th bouncing back with a big win against Walnut Hills, 2463 to 1851. Below are the results from the Tiger’s win against Walnut Hills as well as some action shots!

    Loveland
    REGULAR GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    Sherron Peacock 203 205 408 204.0
    Matthew Rychlik 175 213 388 194.0
    Anthony Jerdack 190 197 387 193.5
    Alton French 148 208 356 178.0
    Jeffrey Scott 170 170 170.0
    Joey Kapszukiewicz 139 139 139.0
    REGULAR GAMES TOTAL 855 993 1848 924.0
    BAKER GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    174 161 139 141 615 153.8
    TOTALS PINS
    2463

     

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    The Men’s Bowling team will compete again today against Walnut Hills at 3:30 PM at Stone Lanes and on Sunday for the Holiday Classic at Western Bowl.

    Women’s Bowling

    The Loveland Women’s Bowling are dominating the ECC holding the 1st place spot with a 5-0 record in the ECC and a 6-0 record overall! On December 3rd and 4th, the Tigers grabbed two wins against Kings with a score of 1929 to 1869 on Tuesday and 2054 to 1811 on Wednesday. Below are the impressive stats from the 2 games against Kings.

    DEC. 3rd Results 

    Loveland
    REGULAR GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    Yanni Kahrs 190 171 361 180.5
    Grady Pettit 159 163 322 161.0
    Ashley George 102 133 235 117.5
    Ashley Gilker 175 175 175.0
    Substitute 1 90 67 157 78.5
    Sydney Bodenstein 101 101 101.0
    REGULAR GAMES TOTAL 642 709 1351 675.5
    BAKER GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
      128 188 151 111 578 144.5
    TOTALS PINS  
      1929  

    DEC. 4th Results

    Loveland
    REGULAR GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    Grady Pettit 205 167 372 186.0
    Yanni Kahrs 149 163 312 156.0
    Ashley Gilker 150 132 282 141.0
    Ashley George 155 127 282 141.0
    Annelise Dartnell 112 112 112.0
    Avery Banasik 105 105 105.0
    REGULAR GAMES TOTAL 771 694 1465 732.5
    BAKER GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
      163 106 172 148 589 147.3
    TOTALS PINS  
      2054  

     

    The Loveland Women’s Bowling Team grabbed another win against Walnut Hills yesterday at Crossgate Lanes, with a score of 1833 to 1504. Below are the results as well as some photos from the competition!

    Loveland
    REGULAR GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    Grady Pettit 149 150 299 149.5
    Ashley George 147 146 293 146.5
    Ashley Gilker 159 159 159.0
    Yanni Kahrs 159 159 159.0
    Substitute 1 120 120 120.0
    Annelise Dartnell 118 118 118.0
    Substitute 2 109 109 109.0
    Avery Banasik 95 95 95.0
    REGULAR GAMES TOTAL 643 709 1352 676.0
    BAKER GAMES 1 2 3 4 5 6 PINS AVG
    122 127 111 121 481 120.3
    TOTALS PINS
    1833

     

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B58nr1EgMq5/?igshid=s0q9yarbwmiq

    The Tigers are in 2nd place in the ECC for “team average,” holding a solid 700.5, and Tiger bowler Grady Pettit is in 3rd place in the ECC for her individual average, which is a 170.4. The Loveland Women’s Bowling team will compete again today against Walnut Hills at 3:30 PM at Madison Bowl and on Saturday at 9 AM at Western Bowl for the Holiday Classic.

    Academic Team

    The Loveland High School Academic Team has also had a great start to their season improving their record in the ECC to 3-1! On Wednesday, December 4th the Tigers competed at Walnut Hills where they gained both a win and a loss. The Academic Team won 81 to 68 in the first game and lost 77 to 69 in the second game. The Tigers competed again on Wednesday, December 11th at Turpin and achieved two big wins! Loveland won 82 to 51 in the first game and 77 to 57 in the second game. The Academic Team will compete again in the new year on January 8th against Milford at 4 PM.

    And that wraps up your Loveland Sports 411 With me, Cassie Mattia!

  • Chamber releases Christmas in Loveland Map

    Chamber releases Christmas in Loveland Map

    Loveland, Ohio – The Little Miami River Chamber Alliance has released the walking map for Saturday’s Christmas in Loveland in Historic Downtown.

    A Few Fun Facts About Christmas in Loveland

    • The event takes place from 4-9 PM, Saturday, December 14.
    • Train rides will be available at the Loveland Museum Center as well as a trolley that will take guests from Downtown Loveland to the museum.
    • Maps of all the activities will be placed inside local businesses and by the clock tower in Downtown Loveland.
    • The back portion of Railroad Avenue will be closed for horse-drawn carriage rides.
    • You can line up for carriage rides on Railroad Avenue across from Lyle’s Bike’s, Brews & BBQ.
    • A Holiday Trolley will be available to transport people to the Loveland History Museum from Harrison Avenue at no charge.
    • Entertainment will be held in the center of downtown next to the fountain.

    Right Click on the MAP to open a larger view or download this file and print your own. The Maps will also be available at downtown businesses on Saturday. (2019 Christmas in Loveland Walking Map)

  • [Video] Loveland Middle School Teacher Chris Burke receives 1st ThankfulThursday gift card box

    [Video] Loveland Middle School Teacher Chris Burke receives 1st ThankfulThursday gift card box

    Loveland, Ohio – Diane Walker approached Loveland Magazine several weeks ago with the idea that our readers might like the idea of the chance to “gift” others each “ThankfulThursday” with a Holiday Treats Gift Card Box. Walker is the owner of the local Loveland business, Buygiftcards.com.

    Walker wanted to make the first gift to a teacher. “The real gift to our teachers is the kind and heartfelt words from Loveland’s parents. Our teachers deserve to hear how much we appreciate all of their hard work,” she said after delivering the first gift to Loveland Middle School teacher Chris Burke on Tuesday.

    Loveland Magazine Publisher David Miller said, “Walker’s very wonderful offer was generous, genuine, and heartfelt. I immediately sensed that she has a giving heart and wants to share some unique Loveland love not only during the holidays but at this particular time when our community is so ‘levy-divided.”

    Last week’s “Gift a Teacher” winner was Loveland Middle School teacher Christopher Burke who was nominated by Kim Johnson.

    Kim Johnson wrote:
    LMS- Mr. Chris Burke, my daughter’s 8th grade American History teacher. He goes out of his way to make learning fun. For example, they do a “crisp clap” on Fridays, and he wore a tuxedo to school one day because he had rented it for a wedding over the weekend and hadn’t returned it yet. They celebrated Limbo week doing the Limbo! She is constantly telling us what he does that’s awesome. She has so much fun in that class and because of that, loves learning about our country from Mr. Burke! We are lucky to have him as a Loveland teacher!
    Heather Murnan also nominated Mr. Chris Burke:
    My SON shared the same stories and talks about Mr. Burke all the time! An 8th-grade boy talking about school?! ?

     

    This LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV video is Walker going to the Loveland Middle School after classes were dismissed on Tuesday to present the gift to Mr. Burke.

    Walker added, “A gift card box with some goodies is just the cherry on top. I’m so thankful buygiftcards.com could participate in this.”

    Walker also generously gave Burke a second gift box so he could pass it on to a teacher he is thankful for – to pay it forward.


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    We want to spread the love and say thank you to others, including our readers. We are giving away a Holiday Treats Gift Card Box w/$10 Panera Gift Card. to a “Neighbor” you tag or name that deserves to win. This #giveaway only lasts 24 hours so here’s how to enter:

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      2. Tag or name a “Neighbor” for whom you are thankful
      3. Tell them why they deserve to win this gift card box

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    3 Select Print as your gift delivery method and your printable gift card is instantly sent to you as a PDF!
    4 Print from home, fold, and get ready to be a gift giving hero.