Great Parks of Hamilton County staff and volunteers from Give Back Cincinnati joined forces recently to help clean up litter and debris along park shorelines. During this “Quaranteering” event, small groups focused on four parks, practicing social distancing. Their aim…
An occasional update as to which organizations are receiving funding to maintain or improve services
From millions of tiny lights to a preserved landmark, from music you know to music you ought to know, from provocative images to resourceful, talented women, there’s something here for your taste.
Retailers may be ready for us to hand over our iced tea for pumpkin lattes and scarecrows, but the local arts scene is still running summer hot. So put that PSL down – it’s still too early for that anyway! – and head out for a refreshing sip of enlightenment and entertainment.
By Thomas Consolo What’s that in the air? No, besides the humidity. Is it an early hint of autumn? No leaves turning yet, but the days are noticeably shorter, and the locusts are singing in the trees. There’s more than…
Artist James Billiter’s sculpted bike racks rise with bursts of color against county park landscapes and remind us that everyday objects can be crafted with careful thought and infused with deeply rooted meaning.
Astronomers and sticklers will tell you that summer does not officially begin until June 21. These people have apparently not experienced either Cincinnati’s arts scene or humid heat in late May and early June. To my allergy-clouded eyes, it looks like summer to me. Judge for yourself.
As one of the first signs of spring, Great Parks of Hamilton County offers volunteer opportunities for fun, rewarding and unforgettable experiences. A variety of options are available, from just a few hours on a weekend to long-term engagements.
