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For four nights during BLINK, Cincinnati becomes a canvas. Light, projection, sound and technology transform familiar landmarks into something entirely new. We look at how BLINK stack sup against other similar festivals around the world.
The opportunity sounds almost too simple: use food to improve health, then make sure more of the food and services are purchased in Ohio. See how Ohio could build a $257 million food is medicine economy and how Cincinnati could lead they way.
Having given away more 300 million books, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is one of her greatest hits. Close to home, 32,000 Hamilton County children are already participating, and we have a fun and easy way for you to be part of the story.
Cincinnati’s Last Mile Food Rescue is proving that technology, logistics and thousands of small acts can turn wasted food into a national blueprint for fighting hunger.
Making the Hall of Fame case for Kenny Anderson. The Pro Football Hall of Fame has changed the way it will select the Class of 2027, which is a great opportunity to look at his career with fresh eyes.
What If Cincinnati made creativity its next big industry? Cincinnati already has one of America’s great arts communities. Now imagine treating it as an economic development strategy.
Fans of Chris Stapleton didn’t let a little rain dampen their fun last Saturday night! A packed house at Paycor Stadium enjoyed the All-American Road Show, with great performances and few surprises.
This past weekend, the Cincinnati Music Festival presented by P&G brought Mary J. Blige, Charlie Wilson, Nelly and more to the Paycor Stadium stage, for one of the region's largest annual tourism times of the year.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Scouting America is making it easier for military families to get involved, waiving national joining fees for active-duty military families.
Youth on Course– a California-based nonprofit organization providing youth with access to life-changing opportunities through golf – just announced a new partnership with the Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission.
As the FIFA World Cup play heats up, the best place to catch the action is at The Banks. Check out the fun and head to the Viewing Village for the Round of 32.
Most Valuable Kids celebrated its 20th anniversary, honoring alumni and celebrating the volunteers and partners who have helped create countless memories and opportunities for local youth.
BLINK, illuminated by ArtsWave, returns Oct. 8–11, and just announced the more than 90 artists joining the fifth edition of the country’s largest celebration of public art and light.
The picture perfect weather last weekend brought the crowds out to Summerfair Cincinnati, with artists from around the country.
On Saturday, Cincinnati honored the legacy of William “Dummy” Hoy, a Deaf player, and bringing renewed attention to his lasting impact on the game.
The Flying Pig Marathon delivered a history-making weekend, with a record 45,197 participants across all the event, energizing a hometown crowd that turned out in force across neighborhoods and the Finish Swine.
ArtsWave celebrated the inaugural artist-in-residence exhibition at the OneNKY Center with works by, Susan Byrnes, showcasing how creativity shapes place and strengthen communities.
Putt-putt fans joined 18 (ok, 20) local arts organizations at The Acres for the kick-off of “Cincy Arts Shirt Week,” a limited-time initiative created by ArtsWave and Cincy Shirts to support arts organizations through the sale of custom-designed shirts.
The Flying Pig Community Scholars Program awarded scholarships to 24 area high school athletes during a celebration breakfast at Music Hall last week.
On Thursday, April 9, Fifty West Brewing is holding an event to release “Piggy Bank Beer” in support of the Pig Works Capital Campaign to raise $12 million for a new headquarters and to expand youth programs.
Participants in the Flying Pig weekend’s “PigAbilities” division for athletes of all abilities kicked off their training with an event this past Saturday at the Cincinnati Zoo.
We admit to having a wee hangover from Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Parade! Check out the shenanigans as families, marching bands, and even DeLoreans got into the Irish spirit at The Banks.
Join Rhinegeist at the Contemporary Arts Center for a guided tasting of Fuzzy Bones, an alcohol-free sparkling THC beverage during “The (High) Art of Seltzer” program on Thursday, March 12.
The annual We Mentor Cincy Summit showcased a spirit of collaboration, as mentoring leaders, volunteers, and youth connected to learn, share ideas, and work to strengthen local programs together.
Ohio Goes to the Movies is moving across the state, a mix of Hollywood classics and Ohio-connected films to local theaters and parks, with 250 screenings across all 88 counties.
Now through Feb. 16, YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is inviting members to send love notes all over the world for Valentine's Week, highlighting the Y’s focus on emotional and social wellness.
The Milano-Cortina Olympic Winter Games officially begin on Friday, Feb. 6. Before the events start, find out more about three local athletes who are going for the gold on Team USA!
For the past decade, the Christian Kennedy Memorial Toy Drive has offered children and families hope during their darkest hours in the hospital. See how you can support their efforts!
The official training kickoff for the Flying Pig Marathon was held last Saturday hosted by Medpace at Element Eatery with more than 500 runners starting Pig season in style.
Add Scouting to your back-to-school schedule, with enrollment through the Dan Beard Council now open for boys and girls, from kindergarten to 20.