Leading the Way
Goering Center honors local companies for community impact.
If You Go
23rd Goering Center Family & Private Business Awards
Tuesday, Sept. 13, 4:30 p.m.
Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati, 1000 Broadway
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“Each year, the Goering Center recognizes companies that represent the ideals of the Center and what we know to be the qualities of great organizations,” said Carol Butler, president of the Goering Center. “Our annual awards provide businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their successes and the impact they are making in our community.”
This year 11 local companies and two business leaders will be honored at this years’s annual Goering Center Family & Private Business Awards on Sept. 13.
This year’s honorees include
Batesville Products, Inc.
Baxter Burial Vault Service
BRG Realty Group
Crescent
Heaven Hill Brands
Kingsgate Logistics
New Republic Architecture
New Riff Distilling
RiskSOURCE Clark-Theders
trak group
The John Goering Impact Award will honor Sid Barton, PhD, Professor Emeritus and Professor-Education in the John and Gloria Goering Professor of Family and Private Business, Department of Management.
The Greater Cincinnati Family Business Hall of Fame recognizes companies or individuals who have made a long-term community impact through their employment growth, philanthropy, community engagement and enhancement of our community image. This year’s inductee is JANCOA.
The Premier Sponsors of the event are Clark Schaefer Hackett, Fifth Third Bank and USI Insurance Services. Additional support of the event is provided by First Financial Bank, Cincinnati Commercial Contracting, Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP, FORVIS, Valuation Research Corporation, New Riff Distilling and Beer House Distributing/Cavalier Distributing, Wood Herron and Evans, and ALINITI. The creative and media partners are Game Day, Prestige AV & Creative Services, Spot On Productions and the Cincinnati Business Courier.
Best in Class
This year all of the inductees into the UC Athletics Hall of Fame will all be women, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of Title IX.
Legion of Excellence Gala 2022
The 21st Annual Legion of Excellence recognizes the academic achievements of current UC scholar-athletes and the UC Athletics Hall of Fame inductees.
Friday, September 23, 2022
Fifth Third Arena
2700 O’Varsity Way
Cincinnati, OH 45221
6 p.m – Reception
7 p.m. –Dinner and program
Individual Event Ticket = $125
Sponsor a Student-Athlete = $100
Get tickets now!
The Legion of Excellence annually recognizes the academic achievements of current UC scholar-athletes from each sport, new inductees to the James P. Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame and UCATS Order of the Black Blazer along with a winner of the Strubbe Distinguished Service Award and the first Bob Goin Service Award for contributions to Bearcats Athletics.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX, the landmark federal law that prohibits gender discrimination in educational programs and activities, the 2022 Class for the James P. Kelly UC Athletics Hall of Fame will be the first to feature all women and will include Jacqueline Keire (swimming and diving), Kathy Klump (track and field), Laura Lauder (volleyball) and Laurie Pirtle (longtime women's basketball coach).
“We are thrilled to honor these Bearcats legends,” Director of Athletics John Cunningham said. “From the track to the courts and the pool, these women proved to be the best of the best during their collegiate careers at the University of Cincinnati. They serve as shining examples for our current student-athletes of how hard work can lead to success, and what it means to be a Bearcat for life.”
Cincinnati's 2022 Hall of Fame Class
Jacqueline Keire
Swimming and diving,
2013–17
Keire was a three-time All-American for the Bearcats in 2015, 2016 and 2017. She qualified for the NCAA Championships all four years of her career and was a three-time AAC Most Outstanding Swimmer honoree. She collected 13 conference championships and still holds nearly every UC record in the events she swam. She also won a gold medal for Team Canada at the 2017 World University Games.
Kathy Klump
Track and field, 2008–12
Klump was a three-time All-American and four-time BIG EAST champion middle distance runner for the Bearcats track and field team from 2008 to 2012. She earned First Team All-America accolades in 2012 by placing fourth in the 800-meter run at the NCAA Indoor Championships and sixth in the NCAA Outdoor Championships. Klump was the 2012 BIG EAST Most Outstanding Indoor Track Performer and set five school records, including the indoor 500-meter (1:10.08), indoor 800-meter (2:04.57) and outdoor 800-meter (2:03.35) runs.
Laura Lauder
Volleyball, 2000–03
Lauder was a three-time all-conference setter, who finished her career 10th in NCAA history in assists per game (13.87 in the 30-point scoring format). She finished first in the UC record book in career assists (5,946) and helped the Bearcats to a pair of conference championships and four NCAA Tournament appearances. In 2003, she earned All-Conference USA First Team accolades, honorable mention All-America and Conference USA Setter of the Year honors. A member of the C-USA All-Decade Team, Lauder was also C-USA Co-Freshman of the Year in 2000.
Laurie Pirtle
Women’s basketball
head coach, 1986–2007
Pirtle is the winningest coach in Cincinnati women's basketball history with 310 victories over her 21 years at the helm of the Bearcats. She had seven straight winning seasons from 1996-97 to 2002-03. Pirtle guided the Bearcats to four appearances in the Women's NIT and three appearances in the NCAA Tournament, earning UC's first-ever NCAA Tournament win in 2002. Cincinnati won the Conference USA Tournament and finished with a record of 27-5 in 2002. She was a two-time Conference USA Coach of the Year and retired in 2007.
In addition to the Hall of Fame, the Legion of Excellence annually recognizes the academic achievements of current UC student-athletes from each sport, new inductees to the UCATS Order of the Black Blazer along with a winner of the Strubbe Distinguished Service Award and the Bob Goin Service Award for contributions to Cincinnati Athletics.
The James P. Kelly UC Athletics Hall of Fame was established in 1976 to honor and pay tribute to those individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions in the field of intercollegiate athletics and helped bring recognition, honor, distinction and excellence to the University of Cincinnati and its athletics programs through participation, support, or interest. The Hall of Fame is named in honor of Jim Kelly, Sr., who was associated with UC for over 40 years as an athlete, assistant coach, and administrator.
Choosing the Right Course
The Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G brings the best women golfers in the world to town. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Kenwood Country Club, hear interviews with organizers, and see how you can be part of the action.
The Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G brings the best women golfers in the world to town. This week, get a behind-the-scenes look at the Kenwood Country Club preps and plans, hear interviews with organizers, and see how you can be part of the action.
We chatted with KCC’s grounds crew about the work it takes to keep their course in tip-top LPGA shape (Insider info: it always looks this good).
Tee time
Watch some of the best female golfers in the world, enjoy golf clinics and more.
Winner takes all
Including this gorgeous trophy and oh yeah, a $1.75 million dollar purse.
Volunteer opportunities
Looking for a way to get in on the LPGA action?
Baking and Entering
Make a run for pie (and a good cause!) when you sign up for the Meals on Wheels Pie K 5K in Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum next month.
Bust a Crust
Sunday, Sept. 25
7:30 a.m. – Registration
8:30 a.m. – Race start
Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum
4521 Spring Grove Ave.
Find out more and register at bustacrust.org.
Having trouble getting motivated for a 5K? Would pie sweeten the deal?
Meals on Wheels Southwest OH & Northern KY is getting ready for its second annual Pie-K 5K run/walk. This family-friendly race is ideal for runners and walkers of all ages – the course at Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum is paved so it can accommodate strollers and wagons.
After the race, all participants enjoy pie and, of course, whipped cream! The Pie-K festivities also include other treats, along with an awards ceremony and music by DJ Brandon Scott Perry of Sound for Day.
The Pie K serves as the official kick-off to Bust a Crust!, Meals on Wheels’ largest fundraiser. These events help Meals on Wheel feed more than 10,000 local seniors. Pre-orders for Bust a Crust! will be taken at the Pie-K, long before online ordering begins in October.
This year, packet pickup for the race will be on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fleet Feet store in Glendale, 267 E. Sharon Road. Runners/walkers who pick up their packets on that day will also receive 20 percent off merchandise in the store.
Those who register online can make an additional gift to honor a special senior in their lives with a donation in their name. Senior honorees are recognized in signage along the race route. Participants can also write a senior’s names on their race bibs. The Pie-K offers the chance for people to remember seniors they love in a way that brings together community and promotes health and well-being.
All participants receive a race T-shirt and commemorative medal. Trophies are awarded to the overall top three male and female runners and walkers.
High (School) Fashion
Raise your hand if you want to learn about cool fashion from local teens?
Superman has his cape, Wonder Woman has her bracelets, and Captain America has his shield. Every hero wears something that makes them feel stronger, more capable, and the best version of themselves.
Couldn’t we all use an outfit like that?
As we enter back-to-school season, we asked a few teens what their go-to outfit is to feel confident, comfortable, and cool.
My favorite thing to wear is this outfit!
I love the tie in the back of the shirt and the shape of the jeans. I like wearing clothes that speak to me so I can show off my style while feeling cute and confident!
–Annabelle, 16, Dixie Heights
I like to mix basic pieces and more edgy streetwear styles. I do wear a lot of black. It matches everything!
My favorite things to wear are oversized sweaters and sweatshirts in the cooler months. The oversized tops offer a nice contrast with tighter pants. They are also incredibly comfortable and fend off chilly classroom temperatures.
Don’t worry about whether you look cool, although I’m 100% sure you will. Focus more on what clothes make you feel most comfortable and in your element. That energy will shine through!
– Dani, 14, SCPA
I prefer to wear athletic clothing, including skateboarding-inspired brands. I don’t even skateboard, but they are often clothes that fit me well and that I feel good in. Oh, and I lean toward wearing warm colors. They look good with my skin tone!
My favorite things to wear are jogger-style khaki pants. I personally don’t like wearing jeans. The joggers are a little more dressed up and just as versatile. They are also stretchy and fitted at the bottoms, which makes them comfortable to sit, work, run, and relax in.
My advice for kids picking out clothes for the school year is just pick up clothes that you like. Clothes that show who you are. Colors that are you. Be creative and have fun with it!
– Damien, 16, SCPA
My favorite piece to wear is a short, pastel rainbow dress. It is from a company called Selkie Collection, based in the UK/Europe and was a birthday gift to myself last year. I wear it in fancy and casual settings.
I like wearing this dress because it was the first super fancy, expensive thing I bought for myself with my own money. Last summer was my first job, and when that project was over, I used the money I saved up working to buy this dress. I am proud to own this dress because I worked very hard at my first job and this dress serves as a reminder of that.
I like to wear this dress because of the poofy skirt and gorgeous color, they make me feel confident and powerful. Being non-binary and dressing as feminine as I like to, I often get mistaken for a girl. This dress helps me remember that no matter what other people say, I am by no means a girl, and get to dress however I want.
My advice to people looking to feel cooler and more confident in their clothes is to research different styles and aesthetics. Pinterest has been pretty good for me personally for ideas, try some different stuff out and experiment, it's a great way to find new pieces, and to trust that you will find something that works for you and that you like.
No one is inherently “cooler” or “better” than you because they dress a certain way.
– Phoenix, 17, Walnut Hills High School
NFT FYI
Don't know crypto from craft beer? Learn more at MidwestCon, an immersive experience with leading tech innovators at the Art academy of Cincinnati.
If blockchain has you bewildered and NFTs turn your language NSFW, a new technology conference can help.
The Art Academy of Cincinnati, Disrupt Art, Cintrifuse, Fifth Third Bank, and organizations across the country are launching MidwestCon. this weekend, Aug. 12 to 14. This immersive experience of art, culture, and technology, will be held at the AAC.
“Innovation doesn’t just live on the West Coast. It doesn’t just live on the east coast. It doesn’t just live in Miami,” said Rob Richardson, the founder of MidwestCon. It’s right here in Cincinnati. We can be the spark for innovation in the Midwest.”
The Metaverse and Web3 technology are reshaping the global economy. Today it’s a $100 billion market; tomorrow it will touch on every aspect of entertainment, finance, and culture.
Experts from the local community and around the country will discuss investing, NFTs, DeFi, cybersecurity, and the future of art, entertainment, and fashion in the metaverse.
Ready to jump into the metaverse IRL – Get tickets now!
Schedule
Friday, August 12
Registration begins at 9 a.m.
9 a.m. – Morning Meditation with Naama O. Pozniak
9:30 a.m. – Morning Intention Setting with Fari Jaan
10:10 a.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks from Rob Richardson
10:15 a.m. – Coffee Chat with Special Guest and
Rob Richardson • Kimbo Slice Jr • Jesse Foreman
10:40 a.m. – The Evolution of the Internet Presented by NFTCLT
11:12 a.m. – NFTS 101, Community Presented by LovableCurves with Lisa Kuntze "Lovable Curves"
11:33 a.m. – The Age of Teleportation Presented by the KryptoKhemist with Link Green “The KryptoKhemist”
11:55 a.m. – Disruptor’s Crash Course AMA with
Link Green "The KryptoKhemist" • Lisa Kuntze "Lovable Curves"
12:12 p.m. – Wallet Setup / Claim Your Unstoppable Domain Credits
12:24 p.m. – Disrupt Art NFT Gallery
1 p.m. – Lunch Break
1:05 p.m. – Afternoon Stretch and Reset with Marcel Powers
2:30 p.m. – The Web3 Renaissance – “How Art Catalyzed a Movement” with Rob Richardson • Myrina Renaissance • Jacob Voelzke • Link Green “The KryptoKhemist” • Flower Cheyeld
2:52 p.m. – Transforming Business and Banking in a Blockchain World with Diamond Doll • Edmond M. Allmond • Maxwell Posival • Barbara Bickham • Lee Mosbacker
3:14 p.m. – From the Block to the Blockchain – Empowering Underrepresented Creators and BUIDLers with Tony Bravado • Christoper Green “KNXTTI” • Tommy Trillfigger • Doug McCollough • Felicia Dunson
3:36 p.m. – Cinema on the Blockchain with David Bianchi
4 p.m. – A Guide to Transitioning Your Business from Web2 to Web3 with Rob Richardson • LaTosha Ward • Danielle Petty • Dani Kimble
4:22 p.m. – Utilizing Blockchain Applications to Generate Social Impact with Nick Fontova “Mr. Pink” • Branden Hutton • Jamar Montgomery • Charles Mbata
4:44 p.m. – Harnessing Brand Power on the Decentralized Internet with Rob Richardson • Jon Thompson • Dessie Brown • Tal Navarro
5:06 p.m. – Breaking the Rules – The Changing Landscape of Music with Zanib Salih • Leo Pastel • Alexander Star • Charm Taylor
5:28 p.m. – Building Community in a Trustless Ecosystem – Why Safe Education and Onboarding Matters with Tony Bravado • Jamar Montgomery • Richard Zreik • Diamond Doll
6 p.m. – Fireside Chat – Astrology and Web3 with Fari Jaan • Rahme’el Bey
6 p.m. – Dinner Break
6:20 p.m. – Evening Sound Healing Meditation with Diamond Doll
7 p.m. – Disrupt the Flow with KLOU • Draagan the Artist • Turich Benjy • Caly Bevier • Brady Funke • Tony LeRoy • Leo Pastel • Zanib Salih • Alexander Star • Tommy Trillfigger • Monica Windom
9:30 p.m. – After Party
Saturday, Aug. 13
Registration begins at 9 a.m.
9 a.m. – Morning Meditation with Naama O. Pozniak
9:30 a.m. – Morning Intention Setting with Fari Jaan
10:14 a.m. – Coffee Chat with Special Guest
Rob Richardson • Mayor Aftab Pureval
10:40 a.m. – Web3 Cincinnati with Rob Richardson • Leo Pastel • Andrew VanSickle • Nick Fontova “Mr. Pink” • Annie Burke
11:12 a.m. – CyberSecurity in the Digital Age with
Tony Bravado • Eku Williams • Jason Martin
11:33 a.m. – Protect Your Content! IP, Trademark, and Licensing of NFTs with Edmond M. Allmond • Alex Washington III • Gaea Kassatly • Rob Richardson
11:55 a.m. – Innovation Girl’s Demo withRichard Zreik
12:18 p.m. – Young Disruptors
12:40 p.m. – Prioritizing Wellness in Web3 with Fari Jaan • Naama O. Pozniak • Lisa Kuntze “Lovable Curves” • Shira Lazar
1 p.m. – Lunch Break
1:05 p.m. – Practices for Self-Care in Web3 with Seven Brown
2:30 p.m. – House of First Panel with Andrew VanSickle • Tony Bravado • Diamond Doll • Nick Fontova “Mr. Pink”
2:52 p.m. – Women Who Disrupt Web3 with Rob Richardson • Shira Lazar • Tal Navarro • Jessica Greenwalt
3:14 p.m. – Indepenent Films Meets NFTs with Richard E. Pelzer II • Marquette Williams • David Bianchi
3:36 p.m. – David Bianchi Spoken Word
3:58 p.m. – Ready Player One? A Guide to the Token Economy with Tony Bravado • David Lopez-Kurtz • Link Green “The KryptoKhemist” • Matthew Ball
4:20 p.m. – Future Applications of AR and VR with Rob Richardson • Jeni Barton • Maryana Ryumshin • Barbara Bickham
4:42 p.m. – Bots on the Blockchain with Shawn Pickett
5:14 p.m. – NFT Marketing and Mass Adoption – How to Generate a Growing and Active Ecosystem with Nick Fontova “Mr. Pink” • Jon Thompson • Brian Thomas • Mariah Howard • Dessie Brown
5:34 p.m. – NFTs, But Make it Fashion with Annie Burke • Flower Cheyeld • Derius Carruth • Stacey Vest • Jessica Marquez
6 p.m. – Dinner Break
6:05 p.m. – Evening Sound Healing Meditation with Diamond Doll
8 p.m. – Non-Fungible Awards
8:30 p.m. – Mint the Runway Fashion Show
Kick-off Time
WHODEY! Bengals season kicks off this Friday with a party at The Banks.
Can we get a “WHODEY”?
Pregame at The Banks
Friday, Aug. 12, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., v. Arizona Cardinals
Saturday, Aug. 27, 3–6 p.m. v. Los Angeles Rams
Sunday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. v. Pittsburgh Steelers
Thursday, Sept. 29, 4 – 8:15 p.m. , v.Miami Dolphins
Sunday, Oct. 23 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., v. Atlanta Falcons
Sunday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., v. Carolina Panthers
Sunday, Dec. 4, 1 – 4:30 p.m., v. Kansas City Chiefs
Sunday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., v. Cleveland Browns
Monday, Jan. 2, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m., v. Buffalo Bills
Sunday, Jan. 8, TBD, v. Baltimore Ravens
Join fellow Bengals fans this Friday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. before the Bengals game against the Arizona Cardinals at The Banks.
This season, every Bengals home game kicks off with the new Pregame at The Banks tailgate party that includes fun for all ages.
During the preseason, Pregame at The Banks runs from Joe Nuxhall Way to Rosa Parks Street.
Enjoy live music in the Bud Light Party Zone with 4th Day Echo playing on the stage located near Joe Nuxhall Way.
Pregame at The Banks spans three blocks in the DORA district on E. Freedom Way running from Joe Nuxhall Way to Race Street and features music, food, drinks and games.
Test out your football skills at the CareSource Play 60 activity area on the lawn across from the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.
Visit the Jungle Zone presented by Toyota for interactive games, face painting, inflatables and a DJ near Race Street.
The next Pregame at The Banks will be Saturday, Aug. 27, from 3–6 p.m. before the Super Bowl LVI re-match, as the Bengals game take on the Los Angeles Rams.
Like a Rainbow
Learn about the science of color – and take some Instagram-worthy pix –at Krohn Conservatory's new exhibit, Prismatica.
The Science of Color featuring PRISMATICA
Krohn Conservatory
1501 Eden Park Drive
Through Oct. 16
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Adults (18 years & up) $10, Youth (5-17 years old) $7, and children under 4 years old, FREE
Find more info here.
This is cool.
Prismatica, a world-traveling art exhibit recently opened at Krohn Conservatory.
“There are 25 prisms spread throughout the conservatory but here in the showroom, in the Science of Color exhibit, we have educational components explaining the natural pigments in the flowers in bird feathers, butterfly wings and things like that,” says Mark House, director of Krohn Conservatory.
Photos by Shae Combs
The entire show is surrounded by a floral rainbow with interactive elements to learn more about the science of color.
“We have a garden kaleidoscope. We had seen a picture of it and we have a facility maintenance guy who we showed the picture to and he said ‘Oh, I can make that,’” says House. “Not only did he make one, he made two! They’re stunning – They turned out so well!”
Prismatica allows visitors to move and play with giant pivoting prisms. transforming Krohn into an interactive kaleidoscope. As they wander and manipulate the prisms, visitors will enjoy the infinite interplay of lights and colorful reflections.
– Lauren Artino
All Time High
Annual celebration in Pleasant Ridge featuring food trucks, live music and over 35 vendors.
Ridge Day and Night
Saturday, Aug. 6, 4 – 11 p.m.
Music, food and vendors
6142 Montgomery Road
The Ridge Day Fun Run is at 11 a.m.
More about Ridge Day 2022
With bars, restaurants, and an award-winning record store, Pleasant Ridge knows how to party.
That’s not surprising, since they’ve hosted Ridge Day for the past 50 years!
Ridge Day is a longstanding community celebration in Pleasant Ridge that includes food, beer, live music and an overall family-friendly festival. The goal of the day is to raise money for the community council, offer neighbors a chance to hang out, and celebrate a pleasant neighborhood.
This year, neighbors and friends will find dozens of vendors – from food trucks to beer and jewelry to T-shirts, along with live music.
With gaslit streets and business district occupied largely by long-standing, independent businesses, Pleasant Ridge is one of the most diverse, dispersed and durable communities in the region, according to a study by the Cincinnatus Association.
Making Connections
Time is running out to enter the Roebling Bridge photo contest.
Enter Now
Find entry form and full rules for the Roebling Suspension Bridge Photo Contest, sponsored by the Covington-Cincinnati Suspension Bridge Committee (CCSBC) contest at roeblingbridge.org/Photo-Contest/EntryForm
It’s a beautiful bridge, isn’t it?
From Travel & Leisure to The Simpsons, the Roebling Suspension bridge has been the focus of countless images over the past 155 years.
Now you have your chance to share you view of the bridge.
Roebling Suspension Bridge Photo Contest, sponsored by the Covington-Cincinnati Suspension Bridge Committee (CCSBC), wraps up on July 21. You still have time to enter your best photographs and/or short videos. Public voting for the winning photos will be held Aug. 8–15.
Participants can enter one to three photos or videos with a $25 entry fee. Each participant will receive one print. Either one 8" X 10" print or one 8" X 12" print depending on the dimensions of the image.
Winners will be contacted and announced on CCSBC’s website. The amateur and professional winner of each of the three categories – daytime, nighttime, and video – will receive a one-hour trip with the other winners to the top of the Roebling Suspension Bridge for a photo-shoot. Their winning image will be printed on 16x20 photo paper formatted to the dimension of the image by Madison Photo Works.
Image: Allison Rotella
A Storied Past
Andrew J. Young Jr. is among the speakers at this weekend's inaugural Un-Told Speaker Series.
Politician, diplomat, and activist Andrew J. Young Jr. is among those participating in the inaugural Un-Told Speaker Series. The program, presented through a collaboration between Fifth Third Bank and Visit Cincy, will focus on stories of diversity and empowerment from nationally acclaimed speakers.
The series coincides with this weekend’s Cincinnati Music Festival, one of the region’s largest cultural celebrations and tourism draws.
“Visit Cincy’s Vibe Cincinnati platform empowers diverse communities through tourism,” said Jason Dunn, group vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion at Visit Cincy. “Fifth Third’s partnership will help expand the significance of the music festival experience by adding conscious programming that will inspire generations to come and welcome locals and visitors to Vibe within our region.”
The Un-Told Speaker Series will be held at the Westin Cincinnati in downtown and at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Admission is free with registration.
The Uncle Nearest Story and Uncovering your African Ancestry. Panel discussion to feature Victoria Early Butler, Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey; Joi Brown, Jefferson County Memorial Project; and Dr. Gina Paige, AfricanAncestry.com. 11 a.m. July 22, Westin Cincinnati, 21 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati.
Women's Liberation Workshop. 9 a.m. July 23, Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St., Cincinnati.
Raekwan the Chef, founder of Wu-Tang. 11 a.m. July 23, Westin Cincinnati.
Andrew Young, Jr. The former pastor, civil rights leader, U.S. representative, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and Atlanta mayor speaks at 2 p.m. July 23, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, 1 W. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington, Kentucky.
Registration is available at VisitCincy.com.
Eye Opening
BLINK sheds light on Northern Kentucky this October, bringing the festival to Covington.
“We are so excited to celebrate the cultural vibrancy and history of the region by bringing a world-class art experience to the streets of Covington,” said Justin Brookhart, executive director of BLINK.”
Join the parade! Applications are now open for the parade on October 13. This year’s theme is “Together: a constellation of shared cultures and unique identities; we illuminate joy through creative expression.”
Brookhart, along with the other organizers and supporters of BLINK® Cincinnati, illuminated by ArtsWave, announced initial plans for Northern Kentucky’s participation in the 2022 art, light and culture festival.
“We’ve begun working with some incredible partners in the region to light up their buildings as well as highlighting institutions doing important work in the city,” Brookhart said.
From October 13–6, the Covington area will receive the full BLINK Experience of world-class local and international artists. Along with an installation on the Covington riverfront that will be seen on both sides of the river, plans are underway to connect the event from Roebling Point, through Downtown Covington, stretching installations to the doorsteps of the Covington Arts District.
“In 2019, the extension into Northern Kentucky was a grand experiment to make BLINK a regional event,” said Brendon Cull, president of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber. “We are excited to build upon that connection through the support of MeetNKY, the cities of Covington and Independence, and the region as a whole.”
Julie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of meetNKY, is excited to once again have the region be part of BLINK.
“We are thrilled and honored to be welcoming BLINK back to Covington,” she said “We believe in the power of this event and how it connects us. We look forward to welcoming the millions of visitors to our region for this epic event.”
Last experienced by over 1.3M people in 2019, BLINK, Illuminated by ArtsWave, welcomes all to Cincinnati, Ohio October 13-16, 2022. The four-day, 30 city block, outdoor art experience is sure to be unforgettable, uniting street art, projection mapping and light-based installations.
Playing the Field
It's not summer without a trip to the ballpark! We made a trip to see the Y'alls.
Ask most people and they’ll tell you.. It's not summer without a trip to the ballpark!
Recently, we dropped by Y’alls stadium in Florence for a Y’alls (formerly the Florence Freedom) game.
Let’s start with the prices. Everything is incredibly affordable! Especially for families.
Tickets are $11 in advance. On game day, they’re $13.
Parking…It’s free!
We were there on “Thirsty Thursday,” so many draft beers were $2! We opted for a Summer Shandy, a large bag of popcorn, an all-beef hot dog...All of that was $14!
Let's talk about the ballpark.
It’s clean, easy to navigate, handicap accessible, and you can keep the kids fidget-free in the Kids Zone!
The Kids Zone features inflatables, 2 play-scapes and a basketball court.
The Y’alls tell us entry is free but if you want to play on the inflatables, there’s a $5 charge.
“However, if you purchase a Lil’ Y’allers membership, it gives you access to the inflatables for free all season long!”
Trying to catch a foul ball? You're in luck. There are two outfield areas that are open to sit (or stand) in. On this particular game, a group of kids in far right field cleaned up.
Need some Y’alls gear? Drop by the team shop. We grabbed a Y’alls tank top and a hat for $34. (Imagine buying that at the an MLB stadiums!)
Want a picture with the Y’alls mascot? We gotchu!
The mascot is hard to miss, modeled after the Florence Water Tower. They’ll stop and pose for pics all game long.
Y’alls staff – everyone from behind the scenes, in food service, and on the field – make the game fun and enjoyable.
You’re truly missing out if you don’t have this on your summer “must-do” list.
–Lauren Artino
Light the Night
Make the holiday last even longer, with a weekend of fun before the Fourth! You'll find festivals and fireworks throughout the region and in your own neighborhood.
““It will be celebrated with pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other.””
The tradition of setting off fireworks on the 4th of July began in Philadelphia on July 4, 1777, during the first organized commemoration of Independence Day. If the History Channel is to be believed, a ship's cannon fired a 13–gun salute in honor of the 13 colonies, and setting us on the 245-year road to our very own celebrations.
With the holiday falling on Monday, the upcoming weekend is filled with parades, concerts, and fireworks all weekend. Check out the list below to see where you can see explosions in the sky!
Friday & Saturday
Taps, Tastes, and Tune at VOA Park
Friday, July 1, 5–11 p.m.
Saturday, July 2, 12–11 p.m.
Sunday, July 3, 12–10 p.m.
National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting
8070 Tylersville Road, West Chester
A three-day festival with live music, food, and drinks, with fireworks on Sunday.
Details at www.westchesteroh.org
Madeira Independence Day Parade and Celebration
Saturday, July 2, 5–10pm
McDonald Commons Park, 7502-7110 Dawson Roard
Madeira Mile- Begins at Madeira Silverwood Presbyterian Church begins at 4:30 p.m., with a festival in the park before and after the 5 p.m. parade. Music from Hey Monea Band, with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Details at www.madeiracity.com/friendlyfourth.
Sunday
Colerain Township’s 4th of July Spectacular
Sunday, July 3, 1–10 p.m.
Drew Campbell Memorial Commons, 4160 Springdale Road
Vintage baseball game at 1 p.m.; food trucks and children’s activities, with live music at 7 p.m.
More info at www.colerain.org/223/4th-of-July-Spectacular.
Larosa’s Balloon Glow
Sunday, July 3, 8 – 10 p.m.
Coney Island, 6201 Kellogg Ave.
Watch the night sky glow with hot air balloons, jump and play on inflatable obstacles, enjoy carnival food and games, and end the night with Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks!
Parking is $20 before 2pm and $25 after 2pm.
Get details at coneyislandpark.com/event/balloon-glow.
Green Township Independence Day Fireworks and Concert
Sunday, July 3, 5:30 p.m.
Kuliga Park, 6717 Bridgetown Road
The new playground area complete will open for the celebration, with food and drinks available for sale by local community groups. Music from Jim Trace & The Makers and Saffire Express, with fireworks at dusk.
Get the details at greentwp.org/parks-department/concert-series.
Fairfield Red, White & Kaboom
Sunday, July 3, 10 p.m.
Harbin Park, 1300 Hunter Road
Though Harbin Park is closed for construction, the soccer lot will be open for the fireworks show. The fireworks show is designed to help broaden the viewing area by utilizing bigger shells and a larger shooting zone, so whether in the park or on your own porch, Fairfield can celebrate together
Get all the details at www.fairfield-city.org/578/Red-White-Kaboom.
Kings Island Independence Day Fireworks
Sunday, July 3
Special fireworks show at 10 p.m., park open until midnight.
Kings Island, 6300 Kings Island Drive
The park will light up the sky with its new 50th anniversary show “Fun, Fireworks, and Fifty – a Kings Island Nighttime Spectacular.” The 14-minute show features fireworks, synchronized drones, laser projections and original music taking guests on a nostalgic journey through Kings Island’s first 50 years, narrated by Barry Williams, Greg Brady from The Brady Bunch, narrates the show.
Get the details at www.visitkingsisland.com/events/4th-of-july-spectacular.
Sparks in the Park
Sunday, July 3, 7–10pm
Riverside Ballfield, 425 Victor Stier Drive, Milford
The American Legion will offer adult beverages in special event DORA cups. Find food from Street Fried Food Truck, Johnny’s Creamy Whip, and Kona Ice. The Milford Community Fire Department will have ice cold soda and water. Live music from Sean Riley and Billy Rock Band, followed by Rozzi Famous Fireworks at 10 p.m
Mount Healthy Fireworks at City Park
Sunday, July 3, 6 p.m.
City Park, 1541 Hill Ave.
Food, drinks, and live music performed by the Colour of Rhythm, and fireworks.
Get the details at www.mthealthy.org/home/events.
Reading American Legion 4th of July Celebration
Sunday, July 3, fireworks at 10 p.m.
Koenig Park, 520 W. Columbia Ave.
Sawyer Point Summer Concert Series and Fireworks
Saturday, July 2, 2–10pm
Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove, 705 E. Pete Rose Way
Live music from Erin Coburn, Crown Watts, Classic Rock Experience, and Thunderstruck with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Sharonville Stars & Stripes Beneath the Lights
July 3, 6–10:30 p.m.
Sharon and Chester Roads
Game booths, food trucks, inflatables, giant Jenga, and more. Live music from The Remains at 7 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m.
Monday
56th Annual Independence Day Fireworks
Monday, July 4, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Ault Park, 5090 Observatory Ave.
Family fun during the day and an evening filled with celebrating freedom and the Founding Fathers. There will be food trucks, kids’ activities, and live music throughout the day! More details to come about the schedule of events. Live music from GenX with Rozzi’s fireworks at 10 p.m.
Red, White & Blue Ash
Monday, July 4, 6–10 p.m.
Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road
Live music from Blessid Union of Souls (6 p.m.) and Gavin DeGraw (8:15 p.m.)
The region’s biggest fireworks show from Rozzi’s Fireworks, with rides, vendors and drinks In addition to outstanding live music and fantastic fireworks, Fretboard Brewing Red, White & Blue Ash has family-fun festival rides, local food vendors, drinks, live character performances, and more!
Get details at www.blueashevents.com/event_information.
Harrison Fourth of July Fireworks
Monday, July 4, 4 p.m.
Harrison Community Center, 300 George St.
The parade, featuring 38 floats or organizations, begins at 4 p.m. Family activities at the Center begin at 5, with a stilt walker, magician, face painting, balloon sculpting, and caricature artists. Food and drinks available from LaRosa's Mobile Kitchen, Lindsey's Shaved Ice, American Legion (hot dogs and brats), and Harrison High School Music Boosters (burgers, Chic-Fil-A sandwiches and snacks). Music from The Renegades, followed by fireworks at dusk.
Edgewood 44th Annual 4th of July
Monday, July 4, 9:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Freedom Park, 550 Freedom Park Drive
The 43rd Annual City of Edgewood/Tri-State Running Independence Day 5K Race will begin at Presidents Park at 7:30 a.m. The parade is at 9:30 a.m., with Grand Marshall Corporal Howard Requardt, a veteran of Okinawa/
The Derek Alan Band plays at 7:30 p.m. with fireworks at 9:45 p.m
Get the details at edgewoodky.gov/july-4th-extravaganza.
Fourth Fest
Monday July 4, 6–10pm
Evendale Recreation Center, 10500 Reading Road
41st July 4th 10K Run & Walk at 8 a.m.
Food trucks (The Cone, Habanero’s, Brew City Sausage, Funnel Vision, Brent’s Smokin Butts & Grill, The Chili Hut and Hungry Bros.), inflatables, DJ, cornhole, raffle games and more, with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Get the details at www.evendaleohio.org/recreation/events.
Hamilton’s July 4 Celebration
Monday, July 4, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Veterans Park, 10 New London Road
The theme for Butler County's largest 4th of July parade and festivities is “celebrating family!” Families s are encouraged to attend together. Gold Star and/or Blue Star Families are asked to bring their flags so they can be recognized.
The parade is at 10 a.m. with live music from The Inturns (7 p.m.) and That Arena Rock Show (8:30 p.m.) with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Get the details at www.hamiltonjuly4th.org.
City of Loveland’s Independence Day Celebration
Monday, July 4, 4–10 p.m.
Nisbet Park, 126 Karl Brown Way
Parade at 7 p.m., live music by Color Blind, kid zone, food trucks, with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Norwood Hometown Fireworks
Monday, July 4, 8–10 p.m.
Shea Stadium, 2603 Harris Ave.
This is the 17th year for the fireworks show in Norwood. Music from the Cincinnati Tradition Drum & Bugle Corps, a raffle, and more. Rozzi’s Fireworks at dusk.
Stricker’s Grove 4th of July Celebration
Monday, July 4, 3–11 p.m.
Stricker’s Grove, 11490 Hamilton Cleves Road
Enjoy rides, food, friends and family and cap the day off with fireworks! Free admission to the park, though there is a ticket-cost for rides vary. Food and alcohol available for purchase or bring in your food. Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Get the details at www.strickersgrove.com.
4th of July Celebration
Monday, July 4, 4–10 p.m.
Washington Park, 1230 Elm St
Enjoy kids activities and games throughout the park, and food from local vendors. Fireworks show after sunset, around 9:15. Arrive early to save your seat and enjoy the festivities
Get the details at washingtonpark.org/events/4th-of-july-celebration.
Wyoming July 4 Celebration
Monday, July 4, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Oak Parl, 878 Oak Ave.
Parade at 10 a.m.; inflatables, games, and food at 5:30 p.m., with live music at 6:30 p.m. Rozzi’s Fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
Get the details at wyomingohio.gov/event/july-4th-celebration.
Stay Cool
Find fun ways to beat the heat in your community! The splash pads are open at Great Parks and local pools are ready for you to dive in.
Summer in Cincinnati means heat and humidity, and lots of it. Sometimes the only relief is splashing down in some cool, cool water.
From neighborhood pools to regional splashpads, you’ll find fun ways to beat the heat no matter where you are.
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission has eight pools open this summer.
Dempsey (933 Hawthorne., East Price Hill) – Open Monday –Thursday 1–7 p.m.; Friday, 1–6 p.m.; and Saturday, 12–6 p.m.
Otto Armleder Memorial Regional Aquatic Center at Dunham Recreation Complex (4356 Dunham Lane, Westwood) – Open seven days a week, 12–7 p.m.
Evanston (3205 Woodburn Ave., Evanston) – Open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, 1–6 p.m.
Otto Armleder Memorial Family Aquatic Center at Hirsch (3630 Reading Road., Avondale) – Opens Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1–6 p.m.
Lincoln (1027 Linn St., West End) – Opens Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 1–7 p.m.; Wednesday, 1–5 p.m.; Friday, 1–6 p.m.; Saturday, 12–6 p.m.
McKie (1655 Chase Ave., Northside) – Open Sunday, 12–6 p.m.; Monday–Thursday, 1–7 p.m.; Friday, 1–6 p.m.; Saturday, 12–6 p.m.
Oakley (3900 Paxton Ave., Oakley) – Open Sundaym 12–6 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1–7 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, 1–6 p.m.,;Saturday, 12–6 p.m.
Pleasant Ridge (5915 Ridge Ave., Pleasant Ridge) – Open Sunday, 12–6 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 1–7 p.m.; Wednesday, 1–5 p.m.; Friday, 1–6 p.m.; Saturday, 12–6 p.m.
Diving In
CRC pool fees are $2 for youths, $5 for adults, and $5 for seniors. The fees at Dunham are $4 for youths, $7 for adults, and $5 for seniors
Children 7 years and younger must wear a red wristband and be accompanied and actively supervised with touch supervision at all times in groups of three or less by a parent, legal guardian, or adult age 18 or older. Children age 8 must be accompanied and supervised by a parent, legal guardian, or adult age 18 or older during open swim hours.
CRC recommends that children age 9-11 be accompanied and supervised by a parent, legal guardian or adult age 18 or older during open swim hours.
Find all the details at www.cincinnati-oh.gov/recreation/programs/aquatics.
“The Cincinnati Recreation Commission is committed to providing a safe, clean, fun environment for all communities across the City of Cincinnati to enjoy and cool off at during our hot Summer months,” says Ethan Hibbard, aquatic director and service area coordinator for the CRC. “The Aquatic programs we offer are a great way to get involved in local communities and create new friendships with those who come to the facilities!”
The CRC also operates nine spraygrounds, which are free and require no membership fees. Spraygrounds are open seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. You’ll find the spraygrounds at Caldwell, College Hill, Dyer, North Fairmount, McKie, Oakley, Oyler, Pleasant Ridge, and South Fairmount.
Splash Around
The Great Parks wet playgrounds are open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through August 14, subject to Great Parks staffing levels at each park.
The cost to use the wet playgrounds is $6 per child. Children must wear bathing suits and be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Valid Motor Vehicle Permits are required for every vehicle entering a Great Park of Hamilton County. The cost of an annual Motor Vehicle Permit is $10 for residents of Hamilton County and $16 for all other park visitors.
You’ll also find spraygrounds at Parky’s Wetland Adventure in Woodland Mound and Parky’s Ark in Winton Woods, as Great Parks of Hamilton County has reopened its wet playgrounds with multiple new safety improvements.
“We are excited to reopen the wet playgrounds so children can share in the fun of playing in the water and keeping cool throughout the summer,” says Vaughn Merrill, Great Parks’ director of guest experiences – east region. “(They’re a) great way to beat the summer heat for sure.”
Cool for the Summer
Stroll through Fern's inaugural Summer Market this Sunday.
Plant moms, dads, and everyone else who loves that new foliage feeling – Don’t miss Fern Shop's inaugural Summer Market this Sunday.
If You Go
Fern College Hill Summer Market
Sunday, June 26, 12–5 p.m.
Fern Shop’s, 6040 Hamilton Ave.
fern-shop.com
Not only can you get your cacti cravings met at this one-day event, you can also browse (and buy from) local artists. Think ceramic jewelry by Four Eyes Ceramics and cruelty-free beauty from Indie Beauty Boutique. Plus get started on your zero-waste journey with help from Fill More Waste Less and much more.
Fern Shop was founded by Megan Strasser, a self described “serial entrepreneur and plant enthusiast, who has spent her career creating spaces and environments.”
Shoppers will also find food and drinks from Fausto, Foxtails, Honey Child Pops and Silverleaf Bakes.
Fern has two locations: It's flagship store in College Hill (6040 Hamilton Ave.) and a second store in Walnut Hills (737 E. McMillian St.)
A selection of vendors
A Wild Time
“Nines are Wild” at Rhinegeist’s anniversary party this Saturday.
Rhinegeist celebrates its ninth anniversary with huge, Western-themed party on Saturday.
If You Go
Nines Are Wild
Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St.
Saturday, June 25, 12 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Buy tix at rhinegeist.com/event/nines-are-wild-rhinegeists-ninth-anniversary-party.
Every year for their anniversary party, Rhinegeist picks a theme, and the decor, photos, and general shenanigans reflect the chosen tone.
This year, “Nines are Wild,” with the brewery promising a Wild West theme and “a rootin’, tootin’, new-boot-goofin’ birthday bash!”
Of course, Rhinegeist also made a special beer for the occasion. Nines are Wild (9%), is a cold DIPA, withg bready malt undertones punctuated by bright, citrusy hops and a crisp finish.
The official party will be held in the taproom, with different activations in the space, including a “Specialty Saloon” of select brews, a New Riff Bourbon Bar, a mechanical bull, a Wild West photo booth, food from Bee’s Barbecue, and a design your own cowboy hat pop-up bar by Whiskey Roots.
Since it’s also Pride Month, Rhinegeist’s rooftop will be home to a dance party featuring G9 DJ-ing and pop up performances by PHDee and Chasity Marie.
Who's Your Daddy?
Reminder: Father's Day is this Sunday. Get some tips on last-minute gifts to make dear old day happy.
Scrambling to find a Father’s Day present for the man who buys himself everything he needs?
Here are few ways to give everyone from Gramps to doggy daddy something special this Sunday.
FCC3
Spend some quality time together on Saturday evening at the FCC3 presented by Medpace. This “friendly” is a three-mile run/walk event through OTR, the West End, and downtown Cincinnati. The FCC 3 starts and ends at TQL Stadium, with the start scheduled for 6 p.m. and the game at 7:30 p.m. Registration starts at $30, with a 10% discount for a 4-pack registration, and includes a drink and snack following the race.
Everyone is then invited inside the stadium for the TQL Watch Party to see FC Cincinnati take on the Philadelphia Union. The party includes lots of Cincinnati favorites like Skyline and LaRosa’s, plus additional specially priced food and drinks while watching the match.
Tickets for the watch party are free! But you do need to register at fccrace.com!
Father’s Day Meal Kits
While Mom is treated to no end of mimosa brunches and pastry buffets, it seems like dad always ends up at the grill on Father’s Day.
This year, why not give him something special to prepare while he’s out there.
Order a Jeff Ruby Meal Kit that includes
(1) 24 oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse
(2) 8 oz Center-Cut Filet Mignons
(1) 14 oz Center-Cut New York Strip
Signature Macaroni & Cheese
Freddie Salad
Asparagus
Sourdough Round With Truffle Mushroom Butter
Butter Pie With Caramel Sauce
2 oz Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse Seasoning
Barrel-Aged Manhattan For Two
Jeff Ruby "Boss" Cigar
Each kit serves four, comes with step-by-step instructions, and the side items, salad, and dessert all arrive ready to heat and serve, for $275.
There's limited availability, and the kits sell quickly. They are available for pickup on June 17, 18 and 19 only. Order now at www.jeffruby.com/fathers-day.
Cincinnati Reds Games
While neither one of you may want to play catch you can still enjoy America’s pastime as our beloved if struggling Cincinnati Reds face Central Division rivals the Milwaukee Brewer all weekend long.
Fireworks Friday
June 17, 6:40 p.m.
The post-game show with Rozzi Fireworks is always a crowd pleaser, even if there may not be a lot of fireworks during the game.
Get there early though, as Sam the Bald Eagle from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden performs a flight from the roof of the Center-Field Pavilion to the pitcher's mound during the singing of the national anthem.
Super Saturday
June 18, 4:10 p.m.
This game includes a built-in gift! Lucky attendees will receive a Reds floppy hat, sure to become a staple of dad’s summertime, and truly embarrassing, wardrobe.
Family Sunday
June 19, 1:40 p.m.
On Family Sundays, the Reds have special giveaways for kids, carnival games and more. For Father's Day, they have two special gifts – a Reds belt and an Eric Davis baseball card.
CINCINNATI BENGALS GEAR
Still enjoying that Super Bowl high? Relive the magic of that championship season and get ready for another great year with Bengals jerseys, shirts, hats, and more.
Shop online at www.bengals.com/shop or head into the shop at Paul Brown Stadium for the full experience.
And for a gift that keeps on giving? How about season tickets! Or at least tix to one game this season.
First Light
Shine your light! The BLINK parade is returning this year and wants you to join!
Nothing brings the community together, quite literally, like a parade. Whether we celebrate our traditions with the Findlay Market Opening Day Parade or get a little weird at Bockfest, marcher and spectators together.
In the spirit, the organizers of BLINK®, illuminated by ArtsWave, are bringing the parade back to Cincinnati’s art, light and cultural event.
“I went to college in New Orleans and parade culture is obviously huge down there,” says Justin Brookhart, executive director of BLINK. “I think parades are best when they create an opportunity to celebrate what is unique about an event/city/culture.”
Accepted parade participants will be awarded funds up to $2,500. Entries must reflect on how light will be used to highlight and celebrate your/your group's unique attributes, symbols, or cultural traditions.
Categories of participation include
Requesting a Prefabricated Kit (Lanterns, Masks)
Host a Community Workshop (Wearables, Hats, Masks, etc.)
Floats, Kinetic Sculptures & Puppets
Performance (Dance, Choral, Theatrical)
Just Want to Walk
“Much like all the other elements of BLINK, the parade wouldn't be possible without incredible collaborators who bring their creative ideas and vision to life during the event,” says Brookhart. “That is why we are so excited to have the team at ish on board as our parade partner this year.”
ish, a Cincinnati-based arts and cultural organization centering Jewish cultural traditions as a platform for connecting artists with communities to create new experiences, is spearheading the organization of the parade. Marie Krulewitch-Browne, founding executive and artistic eirector, and Megan Rahill, director of programs and operations, worked on BLINK in both 2017 and 2019, including bringing the 2019 BLINK Parade to life.
“The parade is the way our communities can get involved and collaborate. Anyone can be an artist or designer through their entry, and this is the spirit of what BLINK means for our city and our region,” says Krulewitch-Browne. “In a time when there are so many things that can divide us, we want to focus on the Parade as a coming back together after the pandemic and a way of bridging those divides with joy and celebration.”
In addition to the parade, BLINK is also offering neighborhood activations. The Parade celebration will kick-off the month leading up to BLINK with a "torch passing" ceremony in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky neighborhoods
The parade will culminate at a special location (to be announced) for a finale performance and lighting ritual to formally kick off the BLINK weekend! Individuals and Groups will have the opportunity to indicate interest to participate in this closing event (limited spaces available).
“We want to bring the parade back in a way that is familiar to all the people that have loved the BLINK parade in years past, but add some new elements to keep it engaging and exciting,” says Brookhart. “We are planning a new route, are planning a culmination ceremony to end the parade with a figurative ‘bang’ and plan to have even more collaborators adding their ideas to the mix. It's the perfect way to kick off BLINK's four-day spectacle!”
BLINK Parade
Set for October 13, 2022, the theme of the parade is “Together: a constellation of shared cultures and unique identities; we illuminate joy through creative expression.”
Applications to participate are open at blinkcincinnati.com and will close Sept. 2, 2022 at 5 p.m.
Like A Rose
Legends gather at Hard Rock Casino this Saturday to roast "Hit King" Pete Rose.
If You Go
Ticket and memorabilia packages for the celebrity roast of the “Hit King” are still available.
General Admission tickets start at $90.
Find more information at HardRockCasinoCincinnati.com
What becomes a legend most?
A little gentle – or not so gentle – ribbing from his friends.
On Saturday, Marty Brennaman, George Foster, and Ken Griffey Sr. are among those on the dais for “Pete Rose, Roasting a Legend” at Hard Rock Casino.
Tickets start at at $90, with three special memorabilia packages also available:
Base Hit Package: Pete Rose autographed baseball and autographed 8x10 photo of Pete Rose, $199
Home Run Package: Pete Rose autographed bat and autographed 8x10 photo of Pete Rose, $249
Grand Slam Package: Pete Rose autographed jersey and 8x10 photo of Pete Rose, $299
Expect a few surprises during this special, Cincinnati-centric evening.