Over the years, Tamia Stinson has been described in many ways: serial entrepreneur, Slumber Party Dance-off Champion, visionary, “Purple Rain” aficionado, spreadsheet nerd. There is a bit of truth in each one of those, though I prefer to think of her as a matchmaker. She prefers “connector” to describe her work.
A systemwide celebration will honor Parton, the songwriter behind “9 to 5,” while highlighting one of her most enduring legacies: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
The 1,795-square-foot center at 1312 Main St. can accommodate six dogs and 10 cats at a time and includes private meet-and-greet rooms where potential adopters can spend time with animals.
Emily Smith Pirrello, a corporate strategist and nonprofit executive, takes over leadership from founding Executive Director Matt Kittell, who has led the foundation since its creation about six years ago.
errmann, an internationally recognized painter and professor emeritus of fine arts at UC’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning, died Aug. 30. He spent more than five decades as an artist, educator and mentor, influencing generations of Cincinnati artists.
The $16.5 million project is part of the organization’s first capital campaign in its nearly 130-year history.
Throughout October, everyone who uses the app will receive a free month of ArtsWave Pass, which provides 50% off tickets to arts experiences and offers at restaurants, retailers and other businesses across the region.
Cincinnati’s Vocal Arts Ensemble, the region’s longest-standing professional chorus, released its 2026-27 concert season, the second under the direction of conductor Joe Miller. Following on the heels of a successful return to perform as part of the 2026 May Festival, VAE has planned three distinct concert experiences beginning in Ocrober.
The days are growing shorter, and the hummingbirds are heading south, so fall is on the way despite the persistent 90s. Our cultural organizations have already got their seasons in full gear. Up this week: a festival of films, new ballet works, a Tuesday chamber music showdown … and the chicken dance. Prost!
