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CRC Commissions
New Public Artwork
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The new Otto Armleder Memorial Regional Aquatic Center at the Dunham Recreation Complex in West Price Hill will be the site of a public art “first” for CRC. A functional work of art created expressly for the site by Cincinnati artists Claire Darley and Rebecca Seeman will be CRC’s first commissioned public artwork.
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The other artworks in CRC’s collection of 30 public artworks have been donated to the department. Ms. Darley and Ms. Seeman, who are Art Academy of Cincinnati faculty members, are creating infill elements that will be incorporated into the railing that separates the concession area from the rest of the aquatic facility. The intent of the design, say the artists, “is to establish the concession area as a cooler, refreshing ‘oasis’ apart from the intense sun and colors of the main pool area, water play apparatus and the aquatic center site.” The design concept (illustrated here in a model of a single infill panel) uses imagery of simplified plant forms common to the edges of ponds and streams. The design concept was approved at the Recreation Commission’s February meeting and presented to the Price Hill Civic Club in March. “The Commissioners were very impressed with the concept drawings and models the artists presented and with the thoughtful process the artists are using to create the artwork,” said Recreation Commission President Denise Driehaus. “The artwork will be a wonderful addition to the aquatic center and will set the stage for including public art in future capital projects.”
The artist selection committee included CRC Public Art Committee (CPAC) co-chair Kate Kern, CPAC member Stephen Bonadies, community member Pat Bruns, and Dunham representative Lois Finnell. CRC staff coordination for the public art project is provided by Carolyn Gutjahr (public art project) and Jeff Koopman (capital project).
The regional aquatic center project and its public art component are funded by a grant from the Otto Armleder Trust. The aquatic center project will be completed in summer 2007.
Poetry and Pottery Party &
Fine Arts Fundraiser
Unique challenges, awards, raffle items, great food, and poetry, the Pottery & Poetry Party has it all!
February 28th was the 5th year for this annual event. The Pottery Party began at the Dunham Arts Building as a fundraiser for the Fine Arts Fund. This event continues to grow in popularity, challenging potters and poets alike in unique events. To participate in this event potters and spectators donate money to the Fine Arts Fund. Teams of potters are formed and compete in unorthodox events such as throwing on the wheel blindfolded, team relays and throwing with oven mitts. Each event is timed and judged on established criteria. Based on the success of the first year, the party was held again, adding poetry into the mix of events. Writers create impromptu poetry based on words and phrases spoken during the challenges. Poetry has now become an established element in this mix of artistic skills. This event has become a venue for potters of all skill levels to meet, socialize and showcase their skills in a very unique way. The Pottery & Poetry Party has evolved into a first class event, raising over $1500 for the Fine Arts Fund.
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| 1/18/2007 - 12/20/2007 | | 50+ 8 Ball Pool League | | Come and join our 50+ 8 Ball league for Men and Women. Fun and enjoyable games for all. |
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| | 4/7/2007 | | East Hyde Park Commons Easter Egg Hunt | | Join us for an afternoon of fun, lots of candy, & a magic show. The Easter Egg Hunt is for ages 1-9 but all ages are invited to attend. |
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| | 4/7/2007 | | Oakley Easter Egg Hunt | | The Easter Egg Hunt is for ages 1-9 but all ages are invited to attend. |
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| | 4/7/2007 | | Madcap Puppets Present Big, Bigger, Biggest | | Tickets may be purchased in advance starting March 5, 2007 at Westwood Town Hall Recreation Center. Limited tickets will be available at the door. |
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| | 4/13/2007 | | 50+ Mystery Trip OVERNIGHT | | Seniors, pack a bag for an Over-night Trip!
Trip includes Transportation, Room, Entertainment, Theater, Dinner on Friday and Breakfast on Saturday.
Payment MUST be received to sign up. |
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| | 4/13/2007-4/14/2007 | | Attic Treasure Sale | | The Attic Treasure Sale is sponsored by the Dunham Seniors. This is an opportunity for the seniors to raise some money for special activities at the center. Donations are welcomed. |
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| | 4/18/2007-4/29/2007 | | Showboat Majestic's Plaza Suite | | One of Neil Simon's comic triumphs, the show tells the tale of three couples as they each, in turn, rent a suite in New York's Plaza Hotel. |
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| | 4/18/2007 & 4/25/2007 |
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Party in the Park |
| Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce sponsors this event for business professionals after business hours. Contact Chris Hooven at 579-3124 for further information. |
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| | 4/21/2007 |
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37th Anniversary of Earth Day at Sawyer Point |
| A day of environmental education. Event sponsored by the Greater Cincinnati Earth Coalition. This event runs from 10:00 a.m. to dark. |
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| | 4/22/2007 |
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Spring Ride/Walk for Mental Health at Sawyer Point |
| An early morning bicycle ride/walk for individuals and families benefiting Mercy Professional Services. Click here to register and for more information. Phone: 221-2330. |
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| | 4/28/2007 |
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Multiple Sclerosis Walk at Sawyer Point |
| Five mile walk to raise funds for multiple sclerosis. Event sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For additional information, please call 769-4400. |
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| | 4/29/2007 |
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March of Dimes WalkAmerica at Sawyer Point |
| Event sponsored by the March of Dimes. For additional information, please call 769-3588. |
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