ALLSCREEN Offers Over-the-Rhine Chamber Members Discount

ALLSCREEN would like to offer a 10% discount on any new orders to all OTR Chamber Members. Please contact ALLSCREEN about custom screen printed and embroidered apparel, corporate identity and incentive programs. ALLSCREEN will help develop solutions that will meet your budget and target your needs. ALLSCREEN is located at 1218 Race Street Cincinnati, Ohio in Over-the-Rhine. Their website is www.allscreenonline.com.

Second Sunday in OTR

Second Sunday on Main is now Second Sunday in OTR (Over-the-Rhine), and will include Main, Vine and other surrounding streets between 12th and 14th streets. Second Sunday in OTR will continue to be a hip, eclectic neighborhood event, but in its 6th season will embrace the vibrant neighborhood and expand beyond Main Street.
It began May 9 and continues through September 12 on the second Sunday of every month from noon – 5 p.m. in historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.secondsundayinotr.org.

2010 GoOTR 5K Recap

On Saturday May 22, a record number  of runners and walkers flocked to Over-the-Rhine for the fourth annual GoOTR 5K Run/Walk. The race began at 10 a.m. at the corners of 12th and Vine Street. The turnout of runners is a great testament to the growth and positive change that is happening in Over-the-Rhine. The race participants were able to enjoy the historic beauty of OTR as the race route traveled along 12th, Main, Elm, Vine, Liberty and Central Parkway. The top overall male and female finishers were awarded with handcrafted metals from Rookwood Pottery in addition to the top walker.

Top male Runners were:

1. Donnie Warner 15:22
2. Ryan Woolley 15:58
3. Zak Lewis 16:02
4. Jamie Crombie 16:34
5. Matt Joseph 16:44
6. Matt Akey 17:02
7. Kyle Louis 17:08
8. Harvey Lewis 17:10
9. Chris Mathers 17:13
10. Lon Bussell 17:24

Top Female Runners were:

1. Patricia Conrad 18:22
2. Courtney Gelter 19:15
3. Kayla Camp-Warner 20:16
4. Abby Pound 20:23
5. Susan Hoelle 20:36
6. Sandi Wethington 20:44
7. Lisa Reavill 21:00
8. Allyson Harding 21:10
9. Hannah Heil 21:12
10. Erin Roddy 21:27

The run ended with the Summer Celebration Arts Festival. Both the run and festival brought more than 2,000 people to Over-the-Rhine on the May 22 weekend.
The Over-the-Rhine Chamber would like to thank the participants and volunteers for making the event a huge success. In particular, the Over-the-Rhine Chamber would like to thank the following race sponsors:

• Title - HGC Construction, PNC Bank, 3CDC
• Music Hall - Christian Moerlein, Eagle Realty Group, FITNEXT, John Huber Homes, modelgroup, Rookwood Pottery, Saint Xavier Church, soapbox cincinnati
• Supporting - Chatfield College, 4-E-G, Gateway Quarter, GBBN Architects, infintech, Keating Muething and Klekamp - Attorneys at Law, nati evolvement clothing co, New Horizons Credit Union, Northpointe Group, Rippe & Kingston Company PSC,  Symphony Hotel, The Lackman, Urban Sites, USBank.

2010 Annual Meeting Recap

An enthusiastic crowd of over 300 people attended the 2010 Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 27th. The audience included several business, civic and government leaders, along with many other Over-the-Rhine supporters. Held in Music Hall’s Ballroom, this year's program recognized the great progress achieved in Over-the-Rhine in 2009. The meeting honored and recognized Star Awards recipients. Once a year, Star Awards are received by outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses to recognize the positive impact they have made in Over-the-Rhine and Greater Cincinnati over the past year.

Serving as master of ceremonies was the Over-the-Rhine Chamber President Brian Tiffany who brought personality to this year's stage. Stephen G. Leeper, President & CEO, Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) served as this year's Keynote speaker. Mr. Leeper talked about Over-the-Rhine and the exciting development that 3CDC is proud to support in Over-the-Rhine like the redevelopment of the Washington Park Area.

A big thank you goes out to the individual volunteers and the Annual Meeting event committee that helped make the 2010 Annual Meeting a great success.

The Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce announces the recipients of the Annual Star Awards

Annual Star Awards recognize those organizations and/or individuals that have contributed to the revitalization of our grand historic neighborhood and for their outstanding accomplishments, and dedication to the Over-the-Rhine Community. This year’s awards include:

• Chairman’s Award – Louise Dieterle Nippert
• President’s Award – Norma Petersen
• Business of the Year – Corporation for Findlay Market
• Entrepreneur of the Year – Jenny White, BOOST…for meetings sake!
• Not-for-Profit Organization of the Year – Freestore Foodbank
• Individual Contribution – Terry Lee, Outside
• Property Development of the Year – City Home Cincinnati , Eber Development, Schickel Design, OTR Community Housing and 3CDC
• Architect of the Year Award – Michael A. Uhlenhake, Architect
• Arts Organization – Cincinnati Opera
• Special Recognition - Officer Tim Eppstein, Cincinnati Police
• Special Recognition – Venus Kent , Cincinnati Convention and Visitors Bureau

Award Recipients will be honored at the Over-the-Rhine Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Star Awards Luncheon on Tuesday April 27th at Music Hall, with Special Guest Speaker, .Stephen G. Leeper, President & CEO, Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) For more ticket information, get the flier, register online or call (513) 241-2690.

We've Moved!

The Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce has moved to 111 East 13th Street, located at the corner of 13th and Clay Street across from Old St. Mary's Church. Please update your records and be sure to visit and check out the new location.

Findlay Market Tours Available by Request

Are you a member of a group or organization that enjoys tours of Cincinnati landmarks? This year, make plans to tour historic Findlay Market. Contact Cheryl Eagleson at the Findlay Market offices at 513.665.4839, extension 11 for tours of the Market. They schedule tours on Fridays.

Findlay Market Gift Certificates Available On-Line

Now you can purchase Findlay Market gift certificates on-line through through their secure website. Order on-line 24/7 using your credit or debit VISA or MasterCard and your purchase will be promptly mailed to you. Findlay Market gift certificates make great gifts! Each certificate is worth $5.00 and can be spent at any Findlay Market merchant. It is a perfect way to introduce a friend or family member to the market or to reward a market veteran. Click here to order or contact The Corporation for Findlay Market at 513.665.4839 or email info@findlaymarket.org for more information.

Segway Authorized Tours Available

Recently Segway of Cincinnati started new SEGWAY TOURS of Downtown Cincinnati from Fountain Square. Tours are available 10 am to dusk, Monday through Friday, and by appointment. They also have tours for Eden Park. Explore Cincinnati ’s beautiful and historic Eden Park on this unique, guided, headset tour. of Eden Park . This 90 minute tour includes additional training by your experienced Segway guide to enhance your comfort and enjoyment. Cost is $50 per person. Custom tours are also available. To schedule a tour, please call 513-226-4452, or visit www.segway.com or www.segwayofohio.net.

Over-the-Rhine Chamber on Facebook

Check out the new Chamber Facebook page and become a fan! The page features Upcoming Events, photos and other real time information on the Chamber. Also, it is a great networking tool with other fans of Over-the-Rhine!

Locate Your Business in Over-the-Rhine

Now is the perfect time to open your business in Over-the-Rhine. Choose from hundreds of available commercial spaces – from storefront retails spaces to studios to four story buildings to warehouse spaces. The Over-the-Rhine Chamber maintains a searchable database of available retail and commercial space in Over-the-Rhine.
The information is updated on a continual basis. Please contact Brian Tiffany, President with questions at btiffany@otrchamber.com.