WinterFest is around the corner!

Dear Neighbors!

As a valued member of the Springfield Township community, I invite you to take part in Springfield Township’s WinterFest event on Saturday, December 2nd. ArtsConnect, the Township’s non-profit arts and enrichment organization, is holding a parade along Winton Road, beginning at noon. After the parade, families will enjoy a seven cottage winter village filled with free family activities, concessions, concerts, student performances, hay rides, petting zoo, ice sculpture demos and so much more!  A flier is enclosed with a schedule of activities.

Please consider participating in this community celebration by being in the parade, submitting a military veteran for the Hometown Heroes wall or by volunteering for the event.

Enclosed is a parade letter and application. You may have already received this in the mail. Not a paper person? No problem! You can also confirm your involvement in the parade with our easy online registration at  https://www.theartsconnect.us/247/WinterFest-Parade. Military Hometown Heroes (past and present) can be submitted at https://www.theartsconnect.us/252/Cards-for-the-Military. (School are encouraged to participate in the art show, parade, tree decorating and holiday performances!)

We hope to see you December 2 for this amazing celebration.

Please call me with any questions you may have.

Kimberlee Flamm

Projects, Events & Communications Coordinator

Springfield Township (Hamilton County, OH)

ArtsConnect Executive Director

9150 Winton Road

Cincinnati, OH 45231

Township Main (513) 522-1410

ArtsConnect Main (513) 522-2108

Direct (513) 728-4262

http://SpringfieldTwp.org

Babysitter in View Place!

Text  BROOKE @ 513-609-9591 or email brookeelaina214@gmail.com

Lunchtime Concert scheduled this Friday!

ArtsConnect Cafe Lunchtime Concert - "Cherry on Top" and Bones Brothers Wings

Friday, September 29, 2017

At the end of a long week, we all need a break! Take your lunch break to the next level with music and a unique food truck the last Friday of each month, May thru September. These lunchtime concerts are held on the back deck of the Springfield Township Community Arts Center, under a canopy of trees from 11:30 - 1:00pm. 

No reservations needed! Open to all! (9150 Winton Road). 

Friday September 29 Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

Band: Cherry on Top Food Truck: Bones Brother Wings 

Presented by ArtsConnect Sponsored by Springfield Township, Energy Alliance, Constellation, Powell Crosley YMCA, Northside Bank, Forrest Lytle & Evergreen Senior Lifestyle Communities

Grace Point Church is hosting Trunk or Treat on Halloween!

Grace Point is hosting a community family friendly, safe Halloween night event here at our park from 6-8 PM on Oct 31st.  Pastor David and his congregation are asking to help get the word out!

Special Invitation for You!

Arts Council to Generate Engaged & Vibrant Community
Sharing a philosophy that where arts flourish, communities prosper and lives are enriched, the Springfield Township Board of Trustees passed a resolution on September 26, 2012, authorizing the creation of a 501(c)3 Arts and Enrichment Council. By establishing the Arts and Enrichment Council, the community benefits with better access to the arts, expanded public events, a renewed public image, a more connected community, and increased economic interest for development in the township. 

The Board of Trustees accepted letters of interest to serve on the council, held interviews, then appointed five officers to serve on the council. In accordance with the by-laws, Township Trustees will continue to appoint the Arts Council Officers bi-annually.  The Arts & Enrichment Council received it's official non-profit status in 2014. 

The organization, now operating under the name ArtsConnect™ is a sustaining resource for arts and enrichment opportunities. ArtsConnect™ hosts around 30 events a year to help bring the community together. In addition to events, ArtsConnect™ facilitates art classes, summer camps and community volunteer projects.

Mission
The mission of the Springfield Township Arts and Enrichment Council is to create an engaged and vibrant community with quality of life enhancements through the arts, community events, and parks and recreation.


ArtsConnect™ Springfield Township Events

• ArtLocal - Local Artist Art Show
• Concerts
• Macy's Arts Sampler
• Mom Prom and Daddy Daughter Dance
• Playhouse in the Park, Off The Hill Shows
• Quarterly Dinner Theaters
• WinterFest
• Family Entertainment Series
• Puppets For Lunch

Links

• Register for Arts & Enrichment Council News
• Volunteer With The Springfield Township Arts And Enrichment Council

From our friend Kimberlee Flamm, Springfield Township's Projects, Events & Communications Coordinator

The Mt Healthy Alliance is in need of volunteers this Saturday for a food drive. If you are able to assemble a youth group or volunteers in any capacity, please call Kathy Lorenz. Their organization helps many of our residents in need.

Kimberlee Flamm

Projects, Events & Communications Coordinator

Springfield Township Administration

9150 Winton Road

Cincinnati, OH 45231

Phone:  513-522-1410

Fax:      513-522-1411

Email:  kflamm@springfieldtwp.org

Website: www.springfieldtwp.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/springfieldtwp

Saturday June 30th from 9:30 to 2:30 there will be a canned food drive at Brentwood Kroger. We are in need of volunteers at the store to pass out flyers and collect donations. We especially need help at the 11:30 to 1:30 and 1:30 to 3:30. Please contact me at the pantry 551-8036 if you have any time to share.

Thank you for your support.

Springfield Township Winterfest Celebration

Enjoy the  19 annual tradition of Springfield Township’s Winterfest ! D oors open at 12:30p.m. Enjoy a Madcap Puppet Show, part icipate in crafts and sing carols on e hay ride. Free photos with Santa, facepain ting and games for kids will top off the afternoo n. Concessions will be available for pur ase. Free Admission! Split the Pot, dona tions & concessions support Art sConnect

More event details at www.TheArt sConnect.us/winterfe st 522-1410

Details here ...

Springfield Township Fire Department Open House, 10/10/15

Annual Fire Department Open House, October 10th

In observance of National Fire Prevention Week, the Springfield Township Fire Department will open its doors to the public for an exciting open house event Saturday, October 10, 2015 from noon to 4:00 p.m. Families are invited to participate in fire prevention & awareness activities at the main station located at 9150 Winton Road.

The event's main purpose is to educate families on fire safety. The Open House will feature educational booths, fire station tours, live burn demonstrations, a helicopter landing and many hands-on activities. Kids will learn more about creating a fire escape plan with reenactments in the Fire Safe House and they can also meet many of the firefighters and EMS professionals that work to keep residents safe in Springfield Township.

Bring your cameras!

Schedule of Activities:
12 PM: Open House, Welcome
12:15 PM: Fire Extinguisher Demonstration
12:30 - 3:00 PM: Tours of the Fire Station (Every 30 Min) 
1:15 PM: Kitchen Fire Demonstration
2:30 PM: University Aircare Arrives, Subject to delay
3:15 PM: University Aircare Departs
3:30 PM: Living Room Fire Demonstration
4:00 PM: Open House Ends

Art Council Presents!

October 16, 2015 06:30 PM Strangers on the Train Dinner Theater Enjoy dinner and a show at The Grove Banquet Hall in Springfield Township. There is adventure in sound as New Edgecliff Theater presents an old-time radio...… Read on Date Oct 16 — Oct 16 Time 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Location Grove Banquet & Event Center 9158 Winton Road Cincinnati, OH 45231 Cost $40 per ticket, includes dinner; Ages 21 and over. Cash bar available.

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Puppets for Lunch Sponsored by ARTSWAVE

Go here to this link to get the information about the upcoming special event for your children!

http://www.springfieldtwp.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=999

Art Classes through ArtsConnect Springfield Township

Artists,

ArtsConnect Springfield Township is starting all NEW oil painting classes next week and we have reduced the price! You can learn proper technique and composition with Susan Hoffmeier’s class! 

We need 2 more students for it to take place.


Learn more at http://www.theartsconnect.us/183/Oil-Painting

Oil Painting
Tuesdays
6:30-8:30 p.m.
March 3-14
$88

*Bring your supplies

Cincinnati Civic Orchestra FREE Concert December 7th

Sunday, December 7

About the Concert:
The holiday concert theme will be “Water Inspires Great Music” with the songs, The Skaters’ Waltz, Ballet of the Skaters, Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride and the full orchestra setting of Disney’s Frozen.  The orchestra will also perform Alfred Reeds’ powerful setting of Russian Christmas Music.  The orchestra’s traditional finale, Festive Sounds of Hanukah and Leroy Anderson’s A Christmas Festival, will end the concert.  

The show will be approximately 2 hours. 
For more information, call 522-1410.

The Cincinnati Civic Orchestra was founded in 1929 and is one of the oldest all-volunteer groups in the United States providing Cincinnati area musicians with the opportunity to make music together for over sixty eight years. As part of their charter, they are committed to continuing to provide Cincinnati area residents with FREE public concerts. The 60 member Cincinnati Civic Orchestra will perform in their Holiday Concert at The Grove Banquet and Event Center on Sunday, December 7th.

Springfield Township Art & Wine Classes!!

FOLLOW THE LINK HERE TO SIGN UP! EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND!

Looking for an Easter Egg Hunt this weekend?

Everyone is invited to the Easter Egg Hunt at Faith Lutheran Church in Finneytown (8265 Winton Rd). It will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, April 19th. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt and other treats for toddlers through 6th grade, plus skits by the youth group. Then on Easter morning we have a Contemporary Worship Service at 7 AM, a free breakfast at 8 AM, Sunday School at 9 AM, and a traditional Worship at 10:15 AM. Please join us! All are welcome!

Dinner and Show News!

Finneytown High School will explore uncharted territory this winter when it presents the student version of LES MISÉRABLES. Director Shawn Maus "dreamed a dream" years ago that students would someday mount a full-scale production of LES MISÉRABLES. That dream will be realized on January 30 through February 1, 2014. This powerful tale is a story of hope, redemption, and love. Epic, grand and uplifting, LES MISÉRABLES packs an emotional wallop that has thrilled audiences all over the world.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and $8 for students.

FMPA invites you to enjoy unlimited spaghetti dinner by LaRosa’s, desserts donated by your neighbors, and entertainment by Finneytown’s finest musicians. On Friday, January 31st from 5-7PM, the Multipurpose Room is transformed into an Italian restaurant and nightclub. Take it easy, feed the family cheaply, and get a great parking place for the Finneytown High School theatre production of LES MISÉRABLES, which follows at the William Swartzel Performing Arts Center. Between bites and while you enjoy the music, browse the Bid-and-Buy tables! You can pick up some great deals while supporting the work of FMPA.

For more information click here.

To Order tickets for the dinner on line click here.

Get your tickets for the FHS Theater Performance HERE

Community Night at the Y

Residents of Springfield Township are invited to the Powel Crosley Jr,. YMCA with FREE admission to the pool at 6:00 p.m. Several local businesses will host booths offering give-a-ways and cash and carry shopping! Plus, we will have games in the pool and gift bags for everyone in attendance! Leave dinner to the pros! Concessions and dinner items will be on sale at the pool.

*Children will be required to pass a swim test to swim without a parent in the pool.
Festivities will last 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Registration is NOT required.
Check the website for a raindate.

News from the High School...

I wanted to make you aware of some upcoming events that may be of interest to you. First, the Music Scholarship Concert is next Thursday, April 19th, in our very own Finnneytown High School's  Performing Arts Center. The music faculty, parents, and some special guests will put on a concert to raise money for the Finneytown Music Parents Association Scholarship fund.

This fund helps students who may not be able to afford an instrument or instrument rental, the cost of honor group participation, or the cost of private lessons for students who wish to become even better musicians - just to name a few things. The cost is $4 for students and $8 for adults, and the concert starts at 7pm. We hope you can join us for this very worthwhile evening.

Also, here's some  news about the Finneytown Secondary PTA.  They are looking for Kroger Plus shoppers to register online to help raise money for their organization. If you are a Kroger shopper with a Kroger Plus card, go online to Kroger.com to register your card number or alternative ID.  Next, look for the blue "service" tab at the top of the page and scroll down to Community Rewards to sign in your name and address (again) and designate the "Finneytown Secondary PTA" to receive proceeds from what you spend at Kroger.

Great American Clean Up April 21st

The weatherman is calling for a bit of rain on Saturday morning during our scheduled Great American Cleanup. Since when did a little rain stop us!!!! At this time, we would like to share our contingency plan with you:




Your help is still greatly needed for Springfield Township's annual community cleanup on April 21st. There are over 25 projects we would like to complete before the end of the weekend. If you are able to give your time - please consider registering at either check in location. Check-In will be held rain or shine. Project activities can take place through the weekend if it is raining.



Check-in will be held INDOORS, RAIN OR SHINE at both check-in sites.



IF YOU ARE CHECKING IN AT PLEASANT RUN FARMS:

* Check in at the swim club at 8:30a.m.



IF YOU ARE CHECKING IN AT THE FIRE STATION ON WINTON ROAD:

* Park in the administration or neighboring plaza parking lot and check in between 8:00a.m.- 8:30a.m.



We are crossing our fingers for no rain, however if it happens to shower on us, we are asking that everyone register and select their assignments. We will be distributing the T-shirts (while available), McDonald gift cards, and clean-up supplies at check-in. We will also have a light breakfast available for volunteers. The projects can take place right away, or can be done later Saturday or Sunday if it rains. We plan to work from 9am-noon - then head to McDonald's for lunch!



HOW WILL CHECK-IN WORK?

There will be a designated check-in for pre-registered groups and for individuals who may or may not have registered online. (Didn't register yet? No worries! Just stop by and we will sign you up at the door!)



DID I REGISTER AS A GROUP?

We have the following "groups" pre-registered and have been assigned projects:

Bridge Creek Condo Team

Boy Scout Troop 390

Finneytown Civic Association

Daisy Troop 48729

Citizens on Patrol

Finneytown Middle and High School

LifeSprings Church

Pleasant Run Farms Neighborhood (Check-in at the swim club)



If you are not in one of the above pre-registered groups, you will check-in at the "individual registration table". You will be able to view the volunteer board and select a project. Limited supplies such as litter sticks and safety vests can be checked out for people working on Hamilton Avenue or Compton Roads. Everyone will be given trash and recycle bags, as well as plastic gloves.



EVERYONE VOLUNTEERING MUST TURN IN A VOLUNTEER WAIVER. FOR STUDENTS UNDER 18, A PARENT MUST SIGN THE FORM. You can download the form here!



A current list of projects and reporting procedures can be found online at www.springfieldtwp.org/greatamericancleanup.cfm. Additional projects may be added to this list.





To make the greatest impact, our goal to have 150 volunteers out in the community for three hours. With your help, this goal will be achievable and YOU can make the difference!



WHAT TO BRING:

It is a great idea to be prepared!



* Dress for the weather.



* Bring your signed volunteer form.



* If you are planting flowers, bring a small hand shovel.



* If you are picking up litter, it is helpful to have a 5 gallon bucket with a handle on it.



* Wear garden or work gloves.



* If you are painting, we have paint brushes - but if you have a favorite one - go ahead and bring it.



* If you are planning help with mulch, bring a rake or a pitch fork.



* Bring your cell phone for emergencies and better communication.



The entire community of Springfield Township thanks you for your participation! We hope to see you this Saturday, rain or shine!!!!







Register To Volunteer Now!

Springfield Township Community Day At The Reds - April 24th

Springfield Township, Forest Park and Greenhills Community Day At The Reds - April 24th


7:10 Game Against The Giants



Discount Tickets Available at Skyline (Springfield Township and Forest Park locations)









(April 5, 2012 - Springfield Township, Hamilton County, OH)



Opening Day is the perfect time to make the following announcement:







The communities of Springfield Township, Greenhills and Forest Park are celebrating community with a day at the Reds ballpark on April 24th for the 7:10p.m. game against the Giants.







Good C.A.T.C.H. is organizing Community Day at The Reds with proceeds supporting academic programs for students within our neighborhoods. Funds raised by ticket sales will support academic summer camp scholarships and free tutoring services for students.







Good C.A.T.C.H Community Day at the Reds tickets are now on sale at discounted prices and can be purchased online or at select Skyline locations. Mezzanine Level seats can be purchased for $15 (regularly $24) and View Level seats can be purchased for $10 (regularly $15). Proof of residency is not required and friends are definitely welcome!







The game will begin with the National Anthem sung by the Winton Woods high school choir. PLUS... anyone who buys a ticket through a Good C.A.T.C.H location will be entered into a drawing to throw out the first pitch AND will be entered into a drawing to meet Reds Hall of Fame Legend Joe Morgan before the game!







Join us for this exciting community event!!!











TICKET SALES



Mezzanine Level Tickets $15 (regularly $24)



View Level Tickets $10 (regularly $15)







Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:



Skyline Chili, Finneytown - 9115 Winton Road



Skyline Chili, Forest Park



Youth Motivational Learning Center -1116 West Kemper



Winton Woods Primary South - 825 Lakeridge



Winton Woods Board of Education - Kemper Road



Tickets may be ordered by calling 513-428-1002 or emailing: goodcatch.cincy@gmail.com

Order online here(online fee applies)











McDonald's Ticket Sales Event On April 17th



Meet The Gapper at McDonald's (9254 Winton Road) on April 17th from 6-7p.m. Good C.A.T.C.H will be on hand to sell game tickets. McDonald's will be offering buy one, get one for a penny Big Macs and Quarter Pounder with Cheese sandwiches.

Springfield Twp. State of Township Address

Sunday, February 26

State of the Township Community Address

2:30 p.m. At The Grove Banquet Hall

There have been several changes in state legislature affecting all communities across Ohio. Be informed and learn how these changes affect your community. The State of the Township community address will include a formal presentation of the community financial outlook and will reflect on accomplishments and plans for the future. Information regarding a 1 mill fire department levy will also be provided. After the presentation, the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions and chat with trustees and Township staff one-on-one. For more information, call 522-1410.





Saturday, March 10

Macy’s Fine Arts Sampler Presented by ArtsWave and Springfield Township

Noon-5p.m.

Free Admission

Springfield Township was selected to host one of the Macy's Arts Samplers on Saturday, March 10th. Macy's Arts Sampler celebrates the creative things - music, dance, theater, museums, and festivals - happening in large and small ways throughout our region. The March 10th weekend is a great opportunity for families, friends, and neighbors to connect with one another and experience the arts through free events. Springfield Township will host Southern Gateway Chorus, Wild Carrot and the Roots Band, Living History Dance and Laura Hazelbaker & The BuckeyRoos at The Grove Banquet Hall (9158 Winton Road, behind the fire station and senior center) from noon until 5:00 p.m. All events are free and open to the public. A complete performance schedule can be found at http://www.springfieldtwp.org/WinterEntertainmentSeries.cfm. For more information, call 522-1410. (SEE FLIER ATTACHED)