Cincinnati’s Guide to Fundraisers, Friend-Raisers and Community Events
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May 31, Wednesday
Aviatra Accelerators, Your First Hire Panel | 4:30-6:30 p.m. Somerset Bar, Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Happy hour, networking, workshops with HR experts. Tickets: $10.
Woman’s City Club, Annual Seasongood Luncheon | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn Midtown, 2145 Dana Ave., Evanston. DETAILS: Speaker: Teresa Theetge, Cincinnati Police Chief. Marian A. Spencer Education Awards. Tickets: $55.
June 1, Thursday
Northern Kentucky Young Professionals, Lunchtime Leader Chat | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Northern Kentucky Chamber Of Commerce. DETAILS: Keynote: Brent Cooper, president & CEO of NKY Chamber. Lunch, networking, Q&A. Starts at $20.
OneSource Center, Support for Young Nonprofits | 9-10:30 a.m. 936 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati. DETAILS: Three-session, in-person workshops with tips, tactics, and tools to gain traction in fund development. Attendance requested at all three sessions. Hands-on guidance from expert facilitators. Registration limited to eight participants. Registration: $150.
June 2, Friday
Salvation Army, National Donut Day Celebration | Noon-1 p.m. Fountain Square. DETAILS: Donut stacking contest while delivering free donuts to first responders, veterans and the community. Mascot appearances, games, giveaways, and music.
June 3, Saturday
Cincinnati Ballet, Club B in Wonderland | 6 p.m. VIP, 8 p.m. general admission. Valentine Center for Dance, Walnut Hills. DETAILS: Performances by company dancers, celebrity emcee, DJs, gourmet foods, oper bars and dance party.
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, REVEL Gala | 5 p.m. Otto M. Budig Theater, Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Reception with cocktails and dinner by-the-bite, awards celebration, option to add on closing night performance of “Trouble in Mind.” Tickets start at $250.
Women’s Fund, Appointed Civic Leadership Academy | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Greater Cincinnati Foundation. DETAILS: Topics related to local government and board governance. Engage with officials and explore structure and function of civic boards. Space limited.
Young Professionals Choral Collective, Spies & Lies Gala | 6-11 p.m. 20th Century Theater, Oakley. DETAILS: Emcees: Evan Milward and Lady Phaedra. VIP dinner, cabaret performance, choir concert, live band, dance party, silent auction, raffles and other fundraising activities. Presale: $55, regular price: $60, week of show: $75
June 5, Monday
Stepping Stones, The Golf Classic | O’Bannon Creek Golf Club, Loveland. DETAILS: Morning or afternoon flight followed by food, drinks, hole challenges, raffle prizes and more.
June 6, Tuesday
Health Care Access Now, Community Health Worker Day | 1701 Mercy Health Pl., Bond Hill. DETAILS: Day of self-care, food and fun.
Miami University, Dedication of the Disc Golf Course | 4:30 p.m. Miami University Regionals – Hamilton Campus. DETAILS: Brief ceremony, refreshments, music and games for the family. Disc Golf Mini Clinic will follow dedication at 5:15 p.m. First 50 attendees receive a free Miami branded disc (putter).
June 7, Wednesday
ACG Cincinnati, Deal Maker Awards | 4:30 p.m. Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Honoring Bob Coughlin, founder of Paycor with Lifetime Achievement Award. Gourmet food, open bar, networking, dessert reception, cocktails. Tickets start at $165.
Miami University, Grand Re-Opening of the Hiking Trails | 4:30 p.m. Miami University Regionals – Middletown Campus. DETAILS: Brief ceremony, refreshments, music, self-guided trail walk and games for the family. First 50 to complete the walk receive a special gift.
June 8, Thursday
Impact 100, Spread the Word | 5:30-7:30 p.m. Arhaus Furniture, Kenwood Towne Center. DETAILS: Recruiting plan announcement, designers from Arhaus present decorating trends and ideas for outdoor spaces, light bites, drinks, door prizes.
Talbert House, Fatherhood Celebration | 4:30-6:30 p.m. Memorial Hall. DETAILS: Father of the Year and keynote speaker: Zac Taylor, head coach, Cincinnati Bengals. Father of the Year: Larry Thomas, Fatherhood Project Class of 38. Networking, appetizers, drinks and brief program.
Warren County Foundation, Community Service Awards and 25th Anniversary Celebration | 7 p.m. Manor House, Mason. DETAILS: Happy hour, dinner, program and fireworks display. Awards to community leaders, businesses and services organizations. Tickets: $60.
June 9-10, Friday-Saturday
Planned Parenthood, UNSTOPPABLE | The Banks. DETAILS: Art gallery and panel with changemakers, influencers and health experts. Free, but registration required. Sneak peak before gallery opening with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, auction. Tickets: $100.
RAPTOR Inc., Birds Gone Wild | Friday, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Eisele Gallery, Mariemont. DETAILS: Original artworks inspired by nature and created by the Masterworks for Nature. Twelve artists will sketch and paint live, feathered ambassadors of RAPTOR Inc.
June 9, Friday
Cincinnati ToolBank, Par-Tee Golf Outing | The Mill Course. DETAILS: All foursomes include 18-hole greens and cart fees, two drink tickets per golfer, and a Southern BBQ buffet.
Holly Hill Child & Family Solutions, Annual Golf Classic | 7 a.m. Kenton County Golf Course. DETAILS: Breakfast, scramble format, awards reception, lunch. Registration starts at $175.
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Investing in Equity: Building an Inclusive Business Community | 7:30 a.m.-noon. St. Elizabeth Training and Education Center, Erlanger. DETAILS: Annual meeting focused on diversity, equity and inclusion within business and healthcare communities. Keynote: Lillian Dukes, SVP of technical operations, Atlas Air. Chamber members: $65; future members: $80; young professional members: $50.
Women Helping Women, Journey to Joy: Celebrating 50 Years | 7-10 p.m. Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Speakers, cocktails, dinner, dancing, silent auction. Black tie or formal attire strongly encouraged. VIP: $250; general: $150; tables: $1,250.
June 10, Saturday
Bookery Cincy, Read With Me: A Children’s Book Festival | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Carnegie Center, Columbia-Tusculum. DETAILS: Storytime, crafts and writing workshops with local authors. Morning session for ages 6 and under; afternoon session for ages 6-12, although all ages welcome.
CABVI, Fun Fest | noon-4 p.m. Washington Park. DETAILS: Games, prizes, live DJ set, carnival food, cornhole tournament. Free admission.
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
Heärt (World Peace Earth), Cincy VegFest | noon-6 p.m. Burnet Woods Bandstand. DETAILS: Plant-sourced vegan food, talks, classes, workshops and music. Admission free, with vegan chili cook-off tickets available for $9. Proceeds benefit Chilis on Wheels.
Holocaust & Humanity Center, Upstander 5K | 8:30 a.m. Union Terminal. DETAILS: Scenic route underneath historic Union Terminal and throughout the West End. Live music, family activities, breakfast and pickleball tournament.
People Working Cooperatively, Repair Affair | DETAILS: Provide important home maintenance services to low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Groups can choose date in June. 513-482-5165 or mclaughlinb@pwchomerepairs.org.
Twenty Cultured Pearls Foundation, Jazz Brunch and Silent Auction | 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Manor House Event Center. DETAILS: Brunch, live entertainment. Tickets: $80.
June 11, Sunday
ArtWorks, ArtAmplified | 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Various venues, Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Multi-disciplinary arts, music, food, drinks, and mural-inspired projections featuring Lucid. Tickets start at $50.
Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Ault Park. DETAILS: This year honoring Porsche and VW Beetle. Will Sherman Automotive Art Show featuring more than 200 cars and motorcycles, craft beer garden, brunch, award ceremony. Tickets: $35.
Holocaust & Humanity Center, Upstander Awards | 6 p.m. Union Terminal. DETAILS: Gala-style event with live music, art experiences and awards ceremony celebrating Cincinnati’s best and brightest upstanders. Emcee: Katie Couric.
Juneteenth Cincinnati, Wade In The Water | 3 p.m. Purple People Bridge. DETAILS: Participatory dance along Ohio River to acknowledge significance of water to 400-plus year trek into and beyond enslavement.
Serenity Recovery Network, Annual Golf Outing | Noon-8 p.m. Pebble Creek Golf Course, Colerain Twp. DETAILS: Golf, dinner, food, drinks, networking, entertainment, silent auction, raffles, split the pot. Registration: $125.
June 12, Monday
CancerFree KIDS, Paxton’s Golf Outing – Corporate Day | DETAILS: TBA
Wesley Chapel Mission Center, “I Am Inspired to Live” Youth Summit 2023 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lincoln Recreation Center, West End. DETAILS: Keynote speaker and presenters designed to motivate and inspire youth participants to deter gun violence and youth suicidal thoughts. Info: 513-721-6204
June 13, Tuesday
Jewish Community Relations Council, Annual Meeting | 7 p.m. Amberley Room, Mayerson JCC. DETAILS: Election of new JCRC board members, panel discussion about Israel with Jason Greenblatt, Rabbi Josh Weinberg, Shanie Reichman. Moderator: Adam Teitelbaum. Kosher desserts, coffee and beverages.
NKY Chamber, Eggs ‘N Issues | 7:30-9 a.m. Receptions Banquet and Conference Center – South, Erlanger. DETAILS: Breakfast, networking, keynote presentation and audience Q&A. Speakers: Jeanne Schroer, CRE, president and CEO, Catalytic Fund; Amy B. Spiller, president, Duke Energy; Alecia Webb-Edgington, president, Life Learning Center. Registration: $30 members; $50 future members.
June 15, Thursday
OneSource Center, Support for Young Nonprofits | 9-10:30 a.m. 936 Dalton Ave., Queensgate. DETAILS: Three-session, in-person workshops with tips, tactics, and tools to gain traction in fund development. Attendance is requested at all three sessions. Hands-on guidance from expert facilitators. Registration limited to eight participants. Registration: $150.
Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio, Summer Classic | 5-7 p.m. OTR StillHouse. DETAILS: Cornhole tournament, food. Tickets: $60/individual; $120/team.
June 16, Friday
Cincinnati Zoo, Zoo La La | 6:30-11 p.m. DETAILS: 21+ event. Early entry experiences, live entertainment, dinner by-the-bite, drinks and Zoo After-Dark. Tickets: $125; early entry: $175.
Mental Health America, An Introduction to SOGI in Behavioral Healthcare | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Online. DETAILS: Introduction to gender identity and sexual orientation and knowledge of challenges for sexual minorities. Gain skills for providing culturally responsive services to LGBTQ+ individuals in mental health and substance use disorder treatment settings.
June 17, Saturday
Canoes & Conversations, Explore Mill Creek Community Event | Noon-1:30 p.m. 800 Evans St. DETAILS: Guided canoe trip, nature walk, tour of Barrier Dam Pumping Station, games, food, music.
Juneteenth Cincinnati, Juneteenth Festival | Noon-9 p.m. Eden Park. DETAILS: Music, children’s activites, historical re-enactors, health screening, shopping, art, food.
June 18, Sunday
Juneteenth Cincinnati, Father’s Day Concert | 2-6 p.m. Eden Park. DETAILS: Variety of inspirational spiritual music and praise dancing.
June 19, Monday
Juneteenth Cincinnati, Juneteenth Parade | Downtown Cincinnati. DETAILS: Bands, clowns, dignitaries, step teams, drill teams.
June 20, Tuesday
Giving USA, Cincinnati Briefing | 7:30-11:45 a.m. Reakirt Auditorium, Cincinnati Museum Center. DETAILS: Continental breakfast, networking, annual information session on giving trends led by Melissa Brown.
June 23, Friday
ACG, Deal Maker Awards | 4:30-7 p.m. Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Red carpet welcome, food, open bar, business networking. Members: $165; non-members: $205. Additional options available.
Cincinnati Art Museum, A Happening | 6-10 p.m. DETAILS: 21+ event. See new exhibition “Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds,” immersive experience by AGAR, live music from Bluewater Kings Band, food and cocktails. Co-chairs: Natalie Leonard, Rachael Magowan, Vaughn Smith. Tickets: $85, VIP: $150.
June 24, Saturday
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
Cincinnati Pride, Parade and Festival | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. DETAILS: Parade through downtown to Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove.
DAD Initiative, Cincinnati Polo Party | Noon-4 p.m. Chatsworth Polo Field, Loveland. DETAILS: Polo match, Elementz Hip Hop Cultural Art Center’s Hip Hop youth orchestra, DJ, food trucks, and VIP catering from executive chef Catrina Mills.
RefugeeConnect, Annual World Refugee Day Soccer Tournament | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Otto Armleder Park. DETAILS: Soccer tournament, children’s activities, parade, shared meal.
June 25, Sunday
Vent Haven Museum, Dummy Run 5K | 8:30 a.m. Vent Haven Museum. DETAILS: Registration includes t-shirt, race bib, see new exhibits. Cost: $35, in-person; $40, virtual.
June 27, Tuesday
Impact 100, Annual Education Event | 6-8:30 p.m. Terwilliger Lodge, Montgomery. DETAILS: Keynotes: Rasheda Cromwell, VP of Community Strategies, Greater Cincinnati Foundation and Ross Meyer, VP of Strategy, Interact for Health. Meet 2023 grant finalists. Food and drink. Tickets: $25.
June 29, Thursday
Alloy Development, 40th Anniversary Summer Soiree | 4-7 p.m. Alloy Development Co. campus. DETAILS: Food, networking, pickleball, cornhole, food and drink trucks, live DJ. Free event.
OneSource Center, Support for Young Nonprofits | 9-10:30 a.m. 936 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati. DETAILS: Three-session, in-person workshops with tips, tactics and tools to gain traction in fund development. Attendance is requested at all three sessions. Hands-on guidance from expert facilitators. Registration limited to eight participants. Registration: $150.
July 8, Saturday
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
July 18-20, Tuesday-Thursday
Black Tech Week | Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Workshops and networking with tech entrepreneurs, investors and professionals. Speakers: Everette Taylor, CEO of Kickstarter; Felecia Hatcher, CEO of Black Ambition Opportunity Fund; Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT; Candice Matthews Brackeen, CEO of Lightship Foundation; Aisha Bowe, CEO of STEMBoard; Brian Brackeen, general partner at Lightship Capital.
July 22, Saturday
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
July 26, Wednesday
Magnified Giving, Service-Learning Teacher Workshop | 99 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Evendale Recreation Center. DETAILS: Julie Rogers Bascom, director of learning and leadership at National Youth Leadership Council, will provide training on implementing service-learning. Lunch. Free event.
July 27, Thursday
Alzheimer’s Association, ALZSTAR Music Festival | 7-10:30 p.m. Woodward Theater, Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Live performances by Arlen Gun Club, The Poppiefields and Hidalgo Martini. Hosted by Amanda Orlando of Warm98. Tickets: $25.
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Business Financial Education Series: Taxes: Understanding & Filing Business Taxes | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. First Financial Bank, 601 Madison Ave., Covington. DETAILS: Series sponsored by Freedom Center, First Financial Bank and African American Chamber of Commerce to provide free financial education to small business owners and address implicit bias. Third in four-part series. In-person, and registration is required.
July 29, Saturday
AfriFest Cincy, Taste of Africa | Noon-8 p.m. Burnet Woods Bandstand. DETAILS: Showcase variety of African cultures, food, vendors, entertainment, fashion show, games.
Community Shares, For the Love of the Community Gala | 6-9 p.m. Cincinnati Zoo. DETAILS: Small animal visit, heavy appetizers, bar, silent auctions, raffle baskets, split-the-pot, luxury raffle. Tickets: $100.
July 31, Monday
St. Vincent de Paul, Prescription Fore Fun Golf Outing | 2 p.m. Western Hills Country Club. DETAILS: Entry fee includes 9 holes (18-hole option available), golf cart, drink tickets, and special post-outing wine and bourbon tasting with food pairings.
Aug. 2, Wednesday
Companions on a Journey, Vince Munafo Memorial Golf Outing | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Glenview Golf Course, Springfield Twp. DETAILS: Shotgun start, best ball scramble, lunch, beer garden, 19th-hole celebration ParTee Time, dinner, music, putting contest, prizes, awards and Legacy Wall viewing. Starts at $125.
Aug. 4, Friday
Adventure Crew, Outdoors for All Expo | 4-9:30 p.m. Schmidt Recreation Complex, East End. DETAILS: More than 50 exhibitors, including parks, outdoor outfitters, adventure experts and environmentally minded organizations. Hands-on demos, live music from Jake Speed and the Freddies and others, raffles, MadTree beer and food trucks – activities for all ages. Free and open to the public.
Aug. 5, Saturday
Adventure Crew, Ohio River Paddlefest | 7 a.m. Schmidt Recreation Complex, East End. DETAILS: Commodore of Paddlefest: Mike Fremont. Participants may use own boats or rent with advance registration.
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
Dragonfly, Dinks and Drives Pickleball Tournament | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Lifetime Fitness, Mason. DETAILS: Pickleball tournament, music, games and entertainment. Registration: $75/player.
Aug. 6, Sunday
Welcome House, Summer Sunday | Devou Golf & Event Center, Covington. DETAILS: Silent auction.
Aug. 16, Wednesday
American Sign Museum, Marston Memorial Golf Outing | Sharon Woods Golf Course. DETAILS: TBA
Aug. 19, Saturday
Contemporary Arts Center, Social Therapy: Growing Together | 1-3 p.m. DETAILS: Spoken word artist, motivational speaker and community organizer Desirae “The Silent Poet” Hosley. Adults and young adults bridge social gaps through writing and storytelling. Six sessions over three months, on Saturdays. Free, but registration encouraged.
Easterseals Redwood, Honor Ride | 7:30 a.m. Miami Whitewater. DETAILS: Create team or ride on your own. Bike ride, racing shirt, swag bag and Honor Ribbon. $50.
Ken Anderson Alliance, Ridin’ & Rockin’ for Autism | 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Queen City Harley-Davidson, West Chester. DETAILS: Food, live music, vendors and motorcycle ride.
Little Brothers – Friends of The Elderly, Annual Tom Wess Memorial Golf Outing | Glenview Golf Course, Glendale. DETAILS: TBA
Aug. 23, Wednesday
Pro Seniors, Seniors Who Rock | 8-9:30 a.m. Longworth Hall Event Center, Pete Rose Way. DETAILS: Awards presentation honoring inspirational Ohio seniors who continue to impact the community.
Aug. 26, Saturday
Dragonfly, Annual Ride for Dragonfly | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Queen City Harley Davidson, West Chester. DETAILS: Pre-party with music and raffles, after-party with live music, raffles, split-the-pot, vendors, and merchandise booth.
Forever Kings, Building Strong Men Gala | 6 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center. DETAILS: Cocktail reception, formal program with dinner, live entertainment and special award. Tickets: $100, Table: $1,000.
Gorman Heritage Farm, Annual Row by Row Fundraising Dinner | 6-9:30 p.m. Gorman Heritage Farm. DETAILS: Farm-to-table dinner, open bar, live music, live and silent auctions. VIP happy hour. Tickets start at $100.
Aug. 27, Sunday
Dragonfly, Grand Gala | DETAILS: TBA
Sept. 3, Sunday
Best Point Education and Behavioral Health, Rockin’ at Riverfest | 5-11 p.m. Anderson Pavilion, Smale Riverfront Park. DETAILS: Co-chairs: Britney Ruby-Miller and Caleb Miller, Tim Schroeder and Lisa Schroeder, and Dr. Gail Kist-Kline and Keith Kline.
Sponsorships and registration: jbanchy@bestpoint.org
Sept. 5-7, Tuesday-Thursday
Starfire, A Connected Cincinnati | The Columns, Over the Rhine. DETAILS: Dr. Allison Lourash and Indigo Bishop guide attendees through three-day learning experience around principles and practices of Asset Based Community Development. Tickets: $250.
Sept. 6-10, Wednesday-Sunday
Kroger, Queen City Championship | Kenwood Country Club. DETAILS: During tournament, enjoy casual on-course hospitality with friends, or experience all-inclusive clubhouse hospitality to host an important client. Tickets start at $80 weekly or $25 daily.
Sept. 8, Friday
Cancer Support Community, Paintings for a Purpose: Nancy Rosen | 6-9 p.m. David A. Millett Inc. Design Showroom, Evanston. DETAILS: Show and sale of artwork of Nancy Rosen, artist who creates work for Netflix series “Grace & Frankie.” Rosen will be present. Hosted by April Davidow and Peggy Greenberg, event includes bites, drinks, entertainment and special experiences for those purchasing artwork.
Cincinnati Music & Wellness Coalition, Eleventh Annual Music and Medicine Conference | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mayerson JCC. DETAILS: Musicians, researchers, physicians and other healthcare/senior care professionals present current research on benefits of music.
Sept. 9, Saturday
Brighton Center, Wine Over Water | 5:30-9 p.m. Purple People Bridge. DETAILS: Food, wine, drinks, live entertainment.
Ken Anderson Alliance, Wine Over The Rhine | 5:30-8 p.m. Lombardo’s Anderson home. DETAILS: Vineyard tour and wine tasting.
Stepping Stones, Viva La Bloom | Little Miami Event Center, Milford. DETAILS: “Vegas” themed games, entertainment, food and silent auction.
Sept. 12, Tuesday
Goering Center, Annual Family & Private Business Awards | Hard Rock Casino. DETAILS: Recognizing businesses who have demonstrated exceptional achievements.
Sept. 13, Wednesday
Dress for Success Cincinnati, Fashion Show | 10:30 a.m. Hard Rock Casino. DETAILS: Celebration of DFSC clients, contemporary fashions and presentation of the Mary Ivers Award. Co-chairs: Meredith Blum and Lauren Gucciardo. Tickets on sale June 13.
Sept. 16-17, Saturday-Sunday
Ride Cincinnati, The Ride | DETAILS: Weekend of cycling, entertainment and volunteerism. Kickoff Party with music, food and beverages. Riders complete routes ranging from 10 to 64 miles. Special rider celebration.
Sept. 16, Saturday
Life Learning Center, High Stakes Gala | 6 p.m. Turfway Park Racing & Gaming. DETAILS: Host: Evan Millward of WCPO 9. Semi-formal event with live entertainment, dinner, drinks, silent & live auctions. Tickets start at $150.
Sept. 18, Monday
Talbert House, Annual Luncheon | noon-1:30 p.m. Hard Rock Casino. DETAILS: Celebrating achievements of past year and honoring those who made an impact on our community and Talbert House mission.
Sept. 22, Friday
Cincinnati Zoo, Zoofari | 6 p.m.-midnight. DETAILS: Dinner by-the-bite samples from local restaurants, cocktails, entertainment, dancing, experience the zoo after dark with special animal encounters. Tickets: $250.
Sept. 23, Saturday
Caracole, Gala 2023 | The Hotel Covington. DETAILS: Chair: Pam Kravetz
Sept. 25, Monday
Dragonfly, Annual Golf Classic | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Heritage Club, Mason. DETAILS: Shotgun start at noon, lunch, hole-in-one contest, beat-the-pro and prizes.
Sept. 28, Friday
The Center for Great Neighborhoods, Annual Celebration | Time: TBA. Hellman Creative Center, Covington. DETAILS: Silent auction, lite bites, beer truck and awards ceremony honoring 2023 Heart of the Community Award recipients
Sept. 29, Saturday
CancerFree KIDS, Celebration of Champions Dinner and Concert | 5:30 p.m., MegaCorp Pavilion. DETAILS: Cocktail hour, dinner, auction to support childhood cancer research. Outdoor after-party includes a live concert featuring The Rockers for Research Band.
Sept. 30, Sunday
Forever Kings, Building Strong Men Gala | 6-10 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center. DETAILS: TBA
Northern Kentucky Children’s Advocacy Center, Advocates Annual Grand Gala: Onyx & Ice 2023 | DETAILS: TBA
Pig Works, FCC3 Race | 6 p.m. The Banks. DETAILS: Participants receive race shirt, finisher medal, refreshments, TQL Watch Party, drink ticket. Registration starts at $30.
Oct. 2, Monday
Ken Anderson Alliance, Golf Classic | 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Traditions Golf Club, Hebron. DETAILS: Guest: Bengals Quarterback Ken Anderson. Scramble event.
Oct. 5, Thursday
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Light The Night | 5:30 p.m. Yeatman’s Cove. DETAILS: Honored Hero: 6-year-old acute myeloid leukemia patient Jackson.
Santa Maria Community Services, Passport to Success | 6-9 p.m. Miami Township Event Center, North Bend. DETAILS: Emcee: Courtis Fuller of WLWT-TV. Guest speaker: Dominique Badji of FC Cincinnati.
Oct. 6, Friday
Cincinnati Parks, Hats Off Luncheon | Smale Riverfront Park. DETAILS: Co-chairs: Michael Betz & Rhiannon Hoeweler. Champagne reception and gourmet luncheon.
Oct. 12, Thursday
NewPath, Heart & Hope Gala | 5:30-8 p.m. The Phoenix, downtown. DETAILS: Cocktail hour, dinner, program and award ceremony. Attire: professional, business casual. Tickets: $150.
Oct. 13, Friday
The Ion Center, Toast for Hope | 6:30-10:30 p.m. North by Hotel Covington. DETAILS: TBA
Su Casa Hispanic Center, Annual Awards Dinner | 6-9 p.m. Music Hall, Ballroom. DETAILS: Recognizing community leaders and businesses. Reception, cash bar, appetizers, dinner, entertainment, silent auction, after party, dancing. Tickets: $100.
Oct. 16, Monday
Master Provisions, Larry Nelson Master Pro Golf Classic | Noon-6 p.m Triple Crown Country Club, Union. DETAILS: Golf, lunch, raffles, refreshments, dinner. Foursome: $3000.
Oct. 20, Friday
Stepping Stones, Sporting Clays Tournament | Sycamore Pheasant Club. DETAILS: Clay shoot followed by savory bites at the lodge, drinks, live music, awards and live auction.
Oct. 21, Saturday
Children’s Law Center, Boots, Bourbon, and Biscuits | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Receptions Event Hall, Erlanger. DETAILS: Bourbon bar, Bloody Mary bar, live entertainment, brunch, auction, best boots contest. Tickets: $75.
Mercantile Library, Niehoff Lecture | 7-10 p.m. Hyatt Regency, downtown. DETAILS: Lecture by author Erik Larson. Cocktail reception, multicourse dinner. Black-tie/cocktail attire.
Oct. 27, Friday
Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, Dream Makers Gala | 5-9 p.m. Graduate Hotel. DETAILS: Host: Kyle Inskeep. Fun experiences, food, drinks. Honoring Outstanding students.
Great Parks Forever, Root Ball | 6:30 p.m. Rhinegeist Event Center, Over-the-Rhine. DETAILS: Dinner gala with a twist. Casual event with cocktails, courses, and conversation. Tickets: $100.
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Business Financial Education Series: Securing Funding, Personal Funding, Fundraising and Sponsorship Grants | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati OH. DETAILS: DETAILS: Series sponsored by Freedom Center, First Financial Bank, and the African American Chamber of Commerce to provide free financial education to small business owners and address implicit bias. Last in four-part series covering credit, taxes, business planning and funding sources. Aims to bridge financial knowledge gap created by systemic racism and provide more equitable access to financial education. In-person and registration is required.
The Nuxhall Foundation, Miracle Ball | 6 p.m. Jungle Jim’s Oscar Event Center, Fairfield. DETAILS: Honoring Bob Herzog, 2023 Joe Nuxhall Humanitarian Award. Individuals: $150, table of eight: $1,200. After-party with Marty Brennaman, Teddy Kremer and more with live music from The Stagger Lee Band, late night snacks, and drinks (Separate tickets: $75).
Oct. 30, Monday
Master Provisions, MPower Lunch | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. St. Elizabeth Technology Education Center (SETEC). DETAILS: Lunch, refreshments. Keynote: David Vaughan, founder and executive director of D. Vaughan Consulting. Free.
Nov. 2, Thursday
Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA, Hispanic Gala/Celebration | 5:30-8:30 p.m. TQL Stadium. DETAILS: 15-minute tour of stadium. Heavy appetizers and two drink tickets per guest. Dress code: business casual. Tickets: TBA.
March of Dimes, Signature Chefs Feeding Motherhood | Time: TBA. Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Chair: Katie Glaser. Emcee: Frank Marzullo of Fox 19. Live and silent auctions.
Nov. 3, Friday
Cincinnati Museum Center, Layers of Discovery | 7 p.m. DETAILS: Annual adults-only night at the museum. Light bites from local restaurants, cocktails, programming and exclusive access to exhibits including Ancient Worlds Hiding in Plain Sight (opening Fall 2023). Early bird tickets: $175; general: $225.
Nov. 4, Saturday
4C for Children, Champions Gala | DETAILS: TBA
Cancer Family Care, Annual Wine Tasting & Auction | DETAILS: TBA
Nov. 9, Thursday
Metropolitan Club, Metropolitan Award Dinner | 6 p.m. Metropolitan Club. DETAILS: Dinner and program honoring Timothy Schroeder, chairman, CEO and founder of CTI. Tickets start at $250.
Starfire, Annual Dinner | 5:30-8:30 p.m. Knox Joseph Distillery, OTR StillHouse. DETAILS: Cocktails, dinner, auction. Tickets: $100.
Nov. 11, Saturday
CABVI, Dining in the Dark | 6-10 p.m. Hard Rock Casino. DETAILS: TBA
Nov. 16, Thursday
AFP Cincinnati, National Philanthropy Day | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Music Hall Ballroom. DETAILS: Recognizing individuals and organizations for impact on nonprofits.
Nov. 17, Friday
Cancer Support Community, Stronger than Cancer Celebration | 6-10 p.m. NORTH at Hotel Covington. DETAILS: Upscale, but casual atmosphere, food and drink, networking, entertainment, auction and raffles.
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Feb. 17, 2024
American Heart Association, Heart Ball Gala | DETAILS: TBA. Celebrating 100th year of American Heart Association.