THE MUSIC OF THE WOMEN OF THE CIVIL WAR THE MUSIC OF THE WOMEN OF THE CIVIL WAR Presented by Steve and Lisa Ball Sue Eades / 4/18/2026 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 0 45 Article rating: No rating Steve Ball is a musician from Columbus, OH who specializes in the music of the American Civil War as well as the life of Stephen Foster. His wife Lisa is also a musician who will lend her vocal talents as well as her upright bass to this performance. Don’t miss this unique occasion to hear the music influenced, composed or performed by the women of this era. www.steveballcivilwarmusic.com Nancy Cavanaugh Chairperson of the Day Irene Diesel Hospitality This Spring Luncheon will be held in the Tea Room at noon followed by the performance in the Auditorium. Menu: Fried chicken strip salad with craisins, toasted pecans, sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, honey mustard dressing. Blueberry pie. Our honorary and 50-year members will be recognized at this program. Read more
SWEET TALK ABOUT ESTHER PRICE SWEET TALK ABOUT ESTHER PRICE Presented by Jim Revelos, Former Quality and Purchasing Manager, Esther Price Sue Eades / 2/21/2026 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 0 53 Article rating: No rating It’s the 100-year Anniversary of this famous candy business which is still going strong and headquartered in Esther’s hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Did you know that in the 1920s, she made fudge at night to earn extra money for her family and then sold it door to door? Today, many of the company’s products are still handmade and feature Esther’s original recipes. A 13-minute video will be shown. Casey Wagner Chairperson of the Day Rosalyn Fuller Hospitality Board Meeting, 11 AM Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon. Menu: Artichoke chicken with rice pilaf and haricot vert (green beans). Chocolate raspberry cake. Read more
THE RISE AND FALL OF HOWARD JOHNSON’S THE RISE AND FALL OF HOWARD JOHNSON’S Presented by Susanne Monteith, CCC member and volunteer, The American Sign Museum Sue Eades / 1/17/2026 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 0 38 Article rating: No rating Fried clams, grilled hot dogs and 28 flavors of ice cream! Who can forget a meal at Howard Johnson’s as we traveled across the country? There are many things to tell about the legendary restaurateur who was the first to introduce franchising to the industry. Marcallene Shockey Chairperson of the Day Jane Hlad Hospitality Board Meeting, 11 am Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon. Menu: Traditional pot roast with potatoes and carrots. Lemon lovely. Read more
KINDLING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT KINDLING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT Presented by Tom White, Pianist Extraordinaire Sue Eades / 12/20/2025 12:00 PM 0 44 Article rating: No rating Tom will be playing some of the traditional Christmas songs along with selections from the American Songbook, plus Broadway show tunes and some smooth jazz. This is a program you won’t want to miss as part of your holiday season. Sue Eades Chairperson of the Day Sandy Greenwald Hospitality The luncheon will take place in the Tea Room, followed by the performance in the Auditorium. Any new members will be recognized. Menu: Rosemary roasted pork loin, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots and parsnips. Gingerbread with lemon sauce. Read more
THE RISE AND FALL OF FRISCH'S BIG BOY THE RISE AND FALL OF FRISCH'S BIG BOY Presented by Susanne Monteith Sue Eades / 3/15/2025 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 2616 Article rating: No rating Our very own Mr. Frisch had the first franchise for the Big Boy restaurants. Whoever would have thought that his Cincinnati‘s favorite restaurants would be disappearing? Come hear about great successes and recent failures of this originally local family friendly chain. You’ll even see several Big Bob figures in the American Sign Museum! Janet McDaniel Chairperson of the Day Donna Perzigian Hospitality Board Meeting, 11 am Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon The slate of officers will be announced, followed by any nominations from the floor, then election and introduction of officers. Read more
“LOST IN NEBRASKA” AND OTHER CYCLING ADVENTURES “LOST IN NEBRASKA” AND OTHER CYCLING ADVENTURES Presented by Carol Olausen, Rebecca Johnson, and Mary Jo Peairs Sue Eades / 2/15/2025 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 1669 Article rating: 4.0 How did two college professors and a retired elementary school teacher become Cycling Babes? Join us to hear about their fast-paced and exciting journey from Seattle to St. Louis. Things really get interesting when the trio gets “lost in Nebraska.” They’ll share stories from touring Canada and, by the way, Mary Jo has cycled across the U.S.A. twice! Carole Rauf Chairperson of the Day Rosalyn Fuller Hospitality Board Meeting, 11 am Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon. Four members will be selected for the Nominating Committee. Read more
The Military Women's Memorial: A Gem in Plain Sight The Military Women's Memorial: A Gem in Plain Sight Presented by Judy Pearson, Retired Colonel, United States Air Force and Ohio Ambassador, the Military Women's Memorial Sue Eades / 10/19/2024 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 1586 Article rating: No rating Our Country has one major, national memorial solely dedicated to honoring and preserving the legacy of women who have defended our freedom. Col. Pearson will weave the history of this Memorial with a brief "tour" of the facility and its special relationship with the Honor Guards of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Special emphasis will be placed on "why it is important to capture women's stories now? www.womensmemorial.org. Sue Eades Chairperson of the Day Carole Rauf Hospitality Board Meeting 11am Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon Read more
WHAT’S NEXT FOR OUR PUBLIC LIBRARIES? WHAT’S NEXT FOR OUR PUBLIC LIBRARIES? Presented by Paula Brehm Heeger Sue Eades / 5/18/2024 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 2390 Article rating: No rating May 18, 2024 Cincinnati and Hamilton County have a rich 170-year history of excellence in providing essential library services to their communities. With 41 public locations and one-million square feet of public space, the system continues to adapt and change to support the ever-growing information needs of its users. This presentation will focus on the ten-year Facility Master Plan designed to bring continuous improvements to the libraries throughout Hamilton County. Board Meeting at 11:00 am. Luncheon in the Lecture Room at 12:00 pm. Brunch buffet: Spinach and cheese quiche, Ham and gruyere quiche, Green salad, fruit salad, breakfast potatoes, Peach crisp. Cheryl Sieve……………….Chairperson of the Day Diane Barth………………..Hospitality Read more
DORIS DAY: AMERICA'S SWEETHEART DORIS DAY: AMERICA'S SWEETHEART Presented by Delores Raye and Kent Rawlings, Cincinnati Museum Center, Heritage Programs Sue Eades / 9/23/2023 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 1902 Article rating: 5.0 Take a sentimental journey through the life of a great American entertainer who was born right here in Cincinnati. Ten songs made famous by Doris will be performed by a professional singer as a speaker illuminates her life story. Don’t miss this uplifting musical program full of interesting stories and photographs! September 23, 2023 RECEPTION 11:30 am The Cincinnati Woman’s Club Drawing Room Honoring Marcallene Shockey, President and the Board of Governors 12:00 pm Luncheon and Program in the Tea Room: Fall seasonal salad-mixed greens, apple, walnuts, gargonzola, chicken and cider vinaigrette, Apple butter, Carrot cake. Sue Eades………………………………….....Chairperson of the Day Carolyn Laemmle……………………………..Hospitality Board Members, please arrive at 11:20 am Read more
REMEMBERING WHEN: THE LOST TEA ROOMS OF DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI REMEMBERING WHEN: THE LOST TEA ROOMS OF DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI Presented by Cynthia Beischel, author Sue Eades / 3/18/2023 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 3849 Article rating: No rating The Lost Tea Rooms of Downtown Cincinnati…it was such a different world then! There was a sense of occasion when going to town. Using firsthand experience stories and gathered information, Cynthia will take you back in time to the days of enjoying an afternoon downtown and having lunch in a popular tea room. Get ready to enjoy the flavors of history on many levels. Books will be available for purchase at this meeting. March 18, 2023 Board meeting – 11 am Luncheon in the Lecture Room at noon. Club sandwich, orange tomato soup, chips/pickle spear, chocolate lovelies. Sue Eades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chairperson of the Day Carole Rauf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hostess Read more