Gear up for the ultimate Derby Party Extravaganza! Join us as we gallop into the most thrilling event of the season. Here are the essential details:

📅 Date: Saturday, May 4th
🕔 Time: Music kicks off at 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Atrium
🎶 Entertainment: Live performance by Cincy Jazz Train

Get ready to showcase your style! Ladies, flaunt your favorite hats, and gentlemen, don’t let the ladies leave you in the dust!

Feeling lucky? Test your skills at our betting table and root for your top picks. Plus, indulge in the quintessential Derby drink – Mint Juleps, courtesy of our Social Committee.

Here’s what to bring:

🍹 BYOB: Bring your beverage of choice.
🍽 Appetizer: Share a mouthwatering dish to tantalize taste buds.

Guests are warmly welcomed to join in the excitement! To ensure we have ample Mint Juleps and space for all, kindly RSVP with the number of attendees to Margaret at mlfecker@gmail.com by April 27th.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable Derby experience! We can’t wait to see you there for an evening filled with excitement, music, and great company.

Saddle up and let’s make this Derby Party one for the books! 🏇🎉

Join us Monday, April 8th, for our next scheduled Lecture Series from 7-8 pm in the Community Room.

The speaker is Damon Davis; Municipal Trial Counsel

Topic: A Story of Redemption

Damon Davis was arrested in 2007 and in 2008 pled guilty to possession with the intent to distribute crack cocaine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug-trafficking crime. He was sentenced to 52 months in prison followed by four years of supervised release. While in prison he worked in the prison library, where he helped inmates with their appeals. He was released from prison in October of 2011. Upon release, he went to college while working an overnight shift.  He was admitted to UC Law School in 2019 and permitted to take the bar exam in February of 2023. He is now a public defender with the Hamilton County Municipal Court. Come hear his story.

If you’re interested in this lecture, please send your RSVP to Marianna at mbettman@fuse.net

Thank you,

Join us Monday, March 4th, for our next scheduled Lecture Series from 7-8 pm in the Community Room.

The speaker will be Laura N. Brunner; President and Chief Executive Officer of The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority (The Port)
Topic: The Port: About Us & Our Work

For more than a decade, Laura has led The Port with her impassioned efforts to fix broken real estate in order to reduce wealth disparities, increase homeownership and grow manufacturing jobs.

If you’re interested in this lecture, please send your RSVP to Marianna at mbettman@fuse.net

PARK PLACE POSTS

News and notes from your PPL neighbors
February, 2024

A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT:  

On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Chris Santoro for undertaking this newsletter. We have talked about having one for many years and Chris has turned talk into reality.

The newsletter is in response to all the requests for an easy way to communicate with other residents—one that doesn’t involve making 150 copies and posting in cubbies! We’ve discussed this and come up with the idea of a monthly email that includes a place for residents to post (for example):

• Free/For Sale items
• Parking space available
• Unit available
• Volunteer/charity activity
• Anything else residents want to communicate

This is the first email. We’d love your feedback! 

If you’d like to include something, email chris.santoro16@gmail.com by the 20th of each month. Include description, name, email address.

Warm regards,
Roxanne

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS:

New Walking Club! All skill levels welcome! Days and times TBD. Joe Brannen joebrannen@aol.com
Derby Day Volunteers Needed: See details below under “Social”
1-Bedroom Unit: Chris and Bob Santoro may be interested in a one-bedroom in the near future chris.santoro16@gmail.com

2. FOR FREE/SALE:

Uplift Standing Desk 
42 width x 24 depth, Bamboo top, White legs
$300 OBO (new $669)
Chris Santoro: chris.santoro16@gmail.com

Outdoor Parking Space #4
$120/mo or $1,440/year.
Francisco Flores: floresfx@yahoo.com   

Unit 707 For Rent:
Fully furnished $4800/month.
Kim Dover: kldinbel@yahoo.com 

3. NEW FACES:

Please welcome!
916 Karen and David Troup
920 Annie Huang and Shu Yang

4. SOCIAL:  February Social News

Happy Hour:
2/9, 5:00 PM Atrium
Walnut Hills Senior Khara Rosebrook, a singer/songwriter, will grace us with her musical talent!

First PP@L Chamber Music Concert:
3/24, 5:30 PM Atrium
We are very excited to announce our first PP@L Chamber Music Concert. We will host The Poiesis String Quartet, an award-winning group of outstanding young musicians from CCM. 

Game Day Superbowl:
2/11, 6:00 PM
mlfecker@gmail.com. 

PP@L Derby Day Party Volunteers Needed!
The Social Committee is planning our big PP@L Derby Day Party for May 4! We’ve booked Cincy Jazz Train, who we all enjoyed so much last fall, and we look forward to hearing them again. We need some volunteers to make this happen. These jobs will hopefully be shared by several people and you are guaranteed to have a good time! Contact Margaret mlfecker@gmail.com 

Here are specific jobs we need covered:

• Decorations: Plan, set up (Social Committee has budget for this).
• Name tags: (Nancy Allen will continue her Welcome with a smile in this area)
• Food table coverage: Oversee food table, maintain plates, napkins etc, help with any leftovers.
• Mint Juleps: Purchase bourbon and any other ingredients (Social Committee has budget for this),
• make and serve drinks.
• Betting: Organize and plan for placing bets, work the betting table, pass out winnings.
• Cleanup: Take down decorations, food,etc. and clean up area.

Heart Mini-Marathon & Walk: PP Team 
Join Your Park Place Neighbors! Walk with us, run, or donate to a PP Walker! Mike Baylor has set up a team for residents, called “Park Place Walkers”. Register by February 19th for a T-shirt! More info about the event here. 

5. LOST & FOUND:
Wrapped package found in garage
Clothes left in Guest Suite
(See Front Desk)

6. KEEP UP ON FACEBOOK!
Our private FB group is the easiest way to  communicate with Park Place residents. Thank you to Nancy Allen and David Holliday for running this! Join here: https://www.facebook.com

Dear Residents, 

 As we bid farewell to the holiday season, we’re thrilled to unveil a lineup of exciting events designed to foster community connections. Please mark your calendars for the following:
 

1. Happy Hour at the Phelps:

• Date and Time: Friday, January 26th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM 
• Location: The Phelps – 506 E. 4th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 

2. Lecture Series:

• Join us for a captivating history lesson with Greg Rhodes & David Holliday on the topic: “Printers, Playgrounds, Murder, and Mayhem: The History of 400 Pike and the Neighbors.” 
• Date and Time: Monday, February 5th, 7:00 – 8:00 PM 
• Location: PP@L Community Room 
• RSVP: Interested in this thought-provoking lecture? Send your RSVP to Marianna at mbettman@fuse.net. 

3. Khara Rosebrook: Happy Hour:

• Enjoy the musical talents of Walnut Hills Senior Khara Rosebrook during happy hour. 
• Date and Time: Friday, February 9th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM 
• Location: TBD – PP@L Atrium or Polk Room 

4. Superbowl Watch Party:

• Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just there for the halftime show, it’s guaranteed to be a winning time! 
  Wear your favorite team jersey & bring your game face! 
• Date and Time: Sunday, February 11th, 6:00 PM 
• Location: PP@L Polk Room 
• BYOB & Your Favorite Appetizer to Share. 

Additional Opportunities: 

• Walking Club: Interested in a Park Place at Lytle walking club? Joe Brannen has volunteered to lead. All skill levels are welcome. Days and times to be determined. Contact Joe directly at joebrannen@icloud.net if interested. 
• Volunteers Needed for Derby Party: Our social committee is seeking volunteers for the Derby Party on Saturday, May 4th. Responsibilities include decorating, set-up, clean-up, preparing Mint Julep, bar tending, betting coordination on the race, and judging the hats. 

These events provide wonderful opportunities to connect with your community and create lasting memories. Should you have any questions or wish to volunteer, please don’t hesitate to contact Margaret at mlfecker@gmail.com. 

 Thank you, 

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just there for the halftime show, it’s guaranteed to be a winning time!  
Wear your favorite team jersey & bring your game face! 

SUPERBOWL LVIII
Sunday, February 11th, 6:00 PM

Join us in the Polk Room for snacks and fun: BYOB and a snack to share.
Place your bet for the winning team for a chance to win a prize!

Contact Margaret @ mlfecker@gmail.com for more information

Walnut Hills Senior Khara Rosebrook, a singer/songwriter, will grace us with her musical talent during happy hour on Friday, February 9th from 5:00 – 7 PM, providing delightful entertainment for all. Will you please join us in the Atrium.

Join us on Friday, January 26th for happy hour at the Phelps Hotel!

5:00 – 7:00 PM
506 E. 4th Street

Don’t miss out!

email Margaret Fecker for additional info: mlfecker@gmail.com

You’re Cordially Invited!

Join us for a Spooktacular Halloween Bash!

Date: Saturday, October 28th Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: The Polk Room

Ghosts, ghouls, and creatures of the night, assemble! It’s that time of the year again when we unleash our inner monsters and embrace the spirit of Halloween. We invite you to a night of eerie fun, creepy delights, and chilling surprises.

🧟‍♂️🧛‍♀️ Costumes Encouraged, but Not Required! 🧛‍♂️🧟‍♀️

Feel free to get creative and dress up in your favorite Halloween attire, whether it’s a classic monster, a wicked witch, or something entirely unique. If you’d rather come as yourself, that’s perfectly fine too!

Please contribute to the spine-tingling atmosphere by bringing your favorite spine-chilling beverage (BYOB) and a spooky appetizer or snack to share with your fellow partygoers. We’re dying to see what you come up with!

📅 RSVP & Questions 📅 To ensure we have enough haunted treats and tricks for everyone, please RSVP by October 20th to Melissa Siebert at melissa51188@yahoo.com. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to Melissa as well.

Get ready for a night filled with ghoulish games, bone-chilling music, and a cauldron full of spine-tingling surprises. It’s going to be a howling good time you won’t want to miss!

Don’t be a scaredy-cat; mark your calendar and get your spooky senses tingling. We can’t wait to see you there!

🕷️🕸️🌕 Let the haunting festivities begin! 🌕🕸️🕷️

Get ready to embrace the warmth of summer at our highly anticipated Summer Cookout event! Whether you’re a food enthusiast, a social butterfly, or simply looking to enjoy a evening filled with delicious treats and great company, this is the perfect occasion to mark on your calendar.

Date: Sunday, August 27th
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Park Place Rooftop (weather permitting)

Our Summer Cookout promises an unforgettable experience that combines mouthwatering cuisine, a live music performance, and the chance to connect with old friends and make new ones.

To ensure we have enough food and seating for everyone, please RSVP ASAP to Judy Hearn @ jhearnohio@icloud.com if planning to attend.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick back, relax, and celebrate the spirit of summer with us. Download the attached flyer for more details, and we can’t wait to see you at the Summer Cookout!