Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
Good morning, Hamilton.
Residents in the Beekman Corridor use a monthly community market to access fresh produce and learn healthy cooking skills from volunteer chef Theresa Thomas—an effort that fills the gap left by missing grocery stores.
Local groups partner with a USDA program to supply vegetables and support community gardening for residents facing high food insecurity.
Drew’s on the River reopened Saturday after floodwaters reached the roof and left three inches of sludge—owner Ron Schmidt said volunteers and long work hours helped clear the mess in five days.
Miami University regional campuses plan to add a polytechnic program that will offer applied learning and work-based training to meet local workforce needs in southwest Ohio in the coming years.
Officials said the new program will build historic partnerships with local industries, high schools, and government (all while current students continue in their existing degree paths).
The Great Parks of Hamilton County announced that all parks will offer free admission on Tuesday to celebrate Earth Day.
Visitors will not need to purchase a pass to visit popular sites such as Winton Woods (Woodland Mound, Miami Whitewater Forest) as part of the park system's nine community days.
Butler County plans to use nearly $11M in federal funds over the next five years to boost home ownership and improve neighborhoods in areas with low income and moderate income.
The county approved $1.26M for Community Development Block Grant projects and $746,960 in HOME funds for housing down payment help (a plan shaped by stakeholder interviews and surveys) to keep homes stable.
The Art of Collaborative and Impactful Design
6-7:30 p.m. — VML — Free entry — Explore collaborative techniques in design with experienced panelists at VML.
Cincinnati Ballet - Snow White
7:00 PM — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Check event website for ticket prices — A charming ballet adaptation of the classic fairy tale featuring a jealous Queen, a beautiful stepdaughter, and a kiss from a handsome Prince.
The Sound Of CCM
8 p.m. — Corbett Center of Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience a captivating evening featuring the opera talent from CCM.
Art & Earth Day Celebration
12-4 p.m. — Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and conservation in honor of Earth Day and International Sculpture Day.
We Run: Community Race Day
9 AM – 1 PM — Rentschler Forest MetroPark — $15-$35 — Participate in a community race with various age group categories and fun run for all ages.
Patrick Hinds Live Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Woodward Theater — $35 General Admission, $50 VIP — Enjoy an intimate evening of humor and insights with Patrick Hinds.
Glenn Miller Orchestra Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts - Fifth Third Bank Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, one of the world's beloved bands since 1956.
Cincinnati Ballet: Director's Vision - No Boundaries
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Aronoff Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dynamic triple bill featuring choreographic works inspired by contemporary themes and historical reflections.
Five for Fighting Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy soulful melodies from the iconic musician behind the hits of The Great American Songbook.
Spyro Gyra Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ludlow Garage — $40 – $65 — Experience the legendary jazz-fusion band with an unforgettable live performance.
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