Moment in Time (originally submitted to ThisWeek News for publication October 25, 2007)

Continuing with a long-standing tradition, a Grandview Heights student finishes his painting on the window of a Grandview Avenue business while bystanders marvel at his handiwork in this 1948 photo from the Karlovec collection. Stores on both sides of the Bank Block business section would display student artwork, decorate the sidewalks, and allow the window painting to celebrate the fall holiday season. Students and residents would also participate in games and other activities on the block around Halloween. The Society has written and photographic materials that indicate this tradition started as far back as 1925.