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We'd be willing to bet that when someone says California, you think Hollywood or Los Angeles or Rodeo Drive. But say California in Cincinnati, and you're likely to hear, "Cool Marinas," "Oh, I was just there at Coney Island the other day," or "Yeah man, I just won $50 at River Downs last weekend."

Regardless of the response, there's no doubt that California has put Cincinnati on the map as far as entertainment and fun are concerned. World-class entertainment venues are at your doorstep in California (that's 45228, not 90210). Coney Island is home to Sunlite Pool, the cleanest, brightest and largest recirculating pool in the world. Bet on your favorite horse at River Downs, home of a $14 million grandstand and Thoroughbreds that run from mid-April through Labor Day and again in October. Take in a concert at Riverbend Music Center, Cincinnati's premier outdoor concert facility, featuring a picturesque amphitheater and lawn area.

If the public scene doesn't tickle your fancy, you'll have no problem getting lost in the woods and nature center of California Nature Preserve. Enjoy some time at home in one of the large single-families of varying ages and styles found on California's shaded streets. Or, as you enjoy the amazing Ohio River sunsets, you'll be able to tell all of your friends you live in California, yet never have to worry about earthquakes and mudslides!

This small community is located on the banks of the Ohio River, southeast of the Central Business District. Fewer than 600 people live in California, although they represent every age group. Those living in California tend to earn an upper-middle class income.

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There are only 228 housing units in California's 2.1 square miles and two-thirds of them homes are detached, single-family homes. They tend to be large. Multi-family structures are fairly uncommon in California, and 73% of housing units are owner-occupied, one of the highest rates in the city.

2 homes were sold in 1998 at an average sales price of $70,000.

No homes were sold in 1997.

1 home was sold in 1996 at a price of $63,500.

Want to view listings of homes presently on the market in California? MLS Listings

All listed phone numbers are in area code 513 unless otherwise noted.

	California Nature Preserve 5400 Kellogg Ave. Nature Center 231-8678. Scheduled outdoor programs and beautiful hiking trails with a creek flowing along side.		116.7 acres

	Magrish Preserve Canoe Court at Salem		43.5 acres

	California Golf Course 5920 Kellogg Ave. 18 holes		231-6513

Ebersole Community Center
5701 Kellogg Ave.

Aerobics, martial arts classes Preschool programs plus art and tumbling classes

Youth programs provide many recreational activities for school-age children

Senior programs

231-6617

One of the reasons Cincinnati takes so much pride in its people and its workforce is the quality of the students who graduate from its schools. You'll learn more than just your ABCs and 123s; from bilingual academies, to numerous nationally recognized college preparatory programs, Cincinnati has many options for parents in search of a well-rounded, quality education for their child.

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	NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

	Riverbend Music Center This outdoor amphitheater seats roughly 5,000 in its covered pavilion and another 13,000 on its sloping grass lawn. Kids four and younger can sit on the lawn for free with an adult who has a lawn ticket.		232-6220

	Coney Island The 200 feet by 400 feet pool also has a 500-foot water slide and 180-foot water coaster. Pedal boat trips on Lake Como are another popular attraction. Coney is extremely popular for company picnics, and it hosts two major annual events: the Appalachian Festival in May and Summerfair in June. The park also has a miniature golf course, a Ferris wheel and a large playground.		232-8230

	River Downs Horses have been racing at Riverdowns for over 70 years, running every day except Thursday from mid-April through the summer and again in late fall. Twice a year River Downs draws horses from around the country with the $150,000 Bassinet Stakes and the $200,000 Miller Highlife CradleStakes.		232-8000

	Lebo's 5869 Kellogg Ave. Embarrass yourself and your friends at Lebos, where every night is Karaoke night (except Mondays and Fridays). Lebo's offers a wide variety of American dishes from burgers to ribs.		232-1763

	NEARBY MOVIE THEATERS
	Mt. Lookout Cinema Grill 3187 Linwood Ave Mt. Lookout		321-3211

	Oakley Drive-In Theater 5033 Madison Road Madisonville		271-4600

	OmniMax Theater Cincinnati Museum Center 1301 Western Ave.		287-7000

	Showcase Cinemas Cincinnati 1701 Showcase Dr.		351-2232

	NEIGHBORHOOD SHOPPING
	Grocery stores and specialty shops can be found in nearby Mt. Washington.

	Kroger 2100 Beechmont Ave. Mt. Washington		231-4530

	NEARBY SHOPPING MALLS
	Beechmont Mall 7500 Beechmont Ave. Anderson Township Lazarus, Kmart, over 50 specialty stores, a food court and restaurants.		232-3438

	Tower Place Mall 28 West 4th St. Downtown More than 70 specialty stores, a food court and restaurants. Lazarus, Saks Fifth Ave. and Tiffany's are easily accessible via skywalk.		241-7700

Looking for a nearby church, mosque, synagogue, or temple in your choice denomination?

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	POLICE
	District Two 3295 Erie Ave. Hyde Park		352-3591

	Neighborhood Sergeant Tom Tanner		357-7536

	Neighborhood Officer Eric Franz		357-7536


	Community Policing Activities: Neighborhood block watches, citizens police academies, DARE and after school/summer programs, bike patrols

	FIRE
	Engine Company 18 478 Wilmer Ave. East End, 45226		871-9923

	Engine Company 7 2058 Sutton Ave. Mt. Washington		231-9830

	Looking for a good book? The closest library is located in nearby Mt. Washington at 2049 Beechmont Ave.		369-6033

	Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County 800 Vine St. Downtown		369-6900


	Can't find the resource you've been searching for? Try the Langsam Library at the University of Cincinnati or the Xavier University Library. Hours vary, especially during the summer, so call first.

	UC Library 2624 Clifton Ave.		556-1424

	XU Library 3800 Victory Pkwy		745-3881

California residents have an increased voice in the decisions that affect their neighborhood because of the presence of their local community council. The neighborhood council is charged with handling topics that include zoning, boundary disputes, city services and an array of issues that affect the quality of life in its neighborhood.

California Community Council
President: Diane Havey
Meeting Place: Ebersole Community Center, 5701 Kellogg Ave.
Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month, 7:30 p.m

Community building efforts are also enhanced by the:
California Development Corporation
5814 Kellogg Ave.
David Ross, chair

	If you live in the City of Cincinnati, the Department of Public Works provides solid waste collection and recycling at no cost.

	24-hour City of Cincinnati Customer Service Line		591-6000

	Department of Public Works Office Information & Administration		352-3218

The Greater Cincinnati area is proud to be the home of many world-renowned research and emergency medical care facilities.

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