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My Soapbox: Joshua Bell on the arts and Cincinnati

Stephanie Kitchens Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Violin superstar Joshua Bell visits Cincinnati this week to play with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. He talks with Soapbox's Stephanie Kitchens about his time in the city, his life as a Hoosier and his belief that even classical music can benefit from innovation.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Move to Cincinnati, Non-Profit, Quality of Life, Talent

Over-the-Rhine

My Soapbox: Honour Pillow revisits Fringe

Becky Johnson Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Addyston-born playwright, comedienne and cancer survivor Honour Pillow has stories to tell. She gives Soapbox's Becky Johnson a glimpse behind the inspiration of her Fringe-encore performance at the Know.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Education + Learning, Health + Wellness, Move to Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Quality of Life, Talent

Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

Entrepreneurs on a roll: Food trucks navigate complex elements

Emily Lang Tuesday, September 11, 2012

In Cincinnati’s gritty food truck subculture, there are few avenues of support and even fewer guarantees. Tom Acito of Cafe de Wheels and his food truck brethren have chips on their shoulders, real skin in the game and a cult-like following.

Cincinnati, City Building, Entrepreneurship, Food, Move to Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Talent

Clifton, Mt. Auburn / Prospect Hill, Uptown, Covington, Northern Kentucky, Newport, Northside, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

My Soapbox: Jay Finch, Socstock

Chris Graves Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Cleveland native Jay Finch, 26, moved to Cincinnati to join The Brandery's 2012 class. The Villanova honors grad studied economics at Cambridge and Harvard before Goldman Sachs snagged him post-graduation. He gave all that up to start his "market ministry," Socstock.

Cincinnati, City Building, Consumer Products, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Financial Services, High Tech, IT, Move to Cincinnati, Philanthropy, PR, Marketing + Advertising, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent, Venture Capital

Over-the-Rhine

CCM's Josh Jessen pushes boundaries, redefines genre

Kyle Stone Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Inspired by Questlove, J Dilla, The Roots and Hi-Tek, CCM classical and jazz piano student Josh Jessen defies traditional musical genres. The 20-year-old's accelerating career has already carried him from local coffee houses to international concert halls.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Move to Cincinnati, Regional Indicators, Talent

Clifton, Uptown

Soapbox Reader Survey

Soapbox Team Wednesday, September 05, 2012

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At Woodstone Creek, urban bourbon's the thing

Michael Kearns Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Deep in the heart of Evanston, Woodstone Creek, a former factory-turned-winery, houses a meadery and port house. It is also the first licensed microdistillery in Ohio. For master distiller Don Outterson, though, it all comes back to bourbon.

Cincinnati, City Building, Consumer Products, Entrepreneurship, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent

Norwood

Filmmaking in Cincinnati: A Wide Angle

Maria Seda-Reeder Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Local filmmakers don't wait for George Clooney and Ryan Gosling to come to town to practice their craft. From skateboarding movies to one-woman-show YouTube channels to high-end commercial productions, Cincinnati's film scene offers space, and support, for aspiring artists to grow.

Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Film, Move to Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Talent

Northside, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

Hero-building sculptor branches out with 'Black Brigade'

Amanda Palmer Tuesday, August 21, 2012

What do Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain and heroic black Civil War volunteers from Cincinnati have in common? They’ve all been brought to life via the sculpting talents of Cincinnati native John Hebenstreit, 39.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Parks + Greenspace, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Talent

Northern Kentucky

Soapdish: 'Pop-up' creativity sates local appetites

Casey Coston Tuesday, August 21, 2012

The term “pop up” has become quite fashionable in the cultural lexicon as of late, applying to everything from retail to restaurants to picnics. Soapbox columnist Casey Coston takes a tour of Cincinnati's "pop-up" scene.

Cincinnati, City Building, Entrepreneurship, Food, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Talent

West End / Brighton, Oakley, Northside, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

Second Sunday on Main

Scott Beseler Tuesday, August 14, 2012

From chocolate chili popsicles to handmade shoes, from art galleries to sustainability-focused retailers, Main Street in Over-the-Rhine continues its latest renaissance. Soapbox photographer Scott Beseler offers a visual 411, with images captured during an idyllic Second Sunday on Main celebration.

Architecture, Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Consumer Products, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Green, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Reuse / Rebuild, Sustainability, Talent

Over-the-Rhine

Share the road: A bike-friendly guide for non-bikers

Evan Wallis Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Did you know that in the state of Ohio, bicycles are considered vehicles and are supposed be treated as such? Or that cyclists can be given tickets for riding on the sidewalk, and are urged, for safety reasons, to take up the entire lane while riding? As Cincinnati's bicycle infrastructure grows, it's more important than ever for everyone on the road to know how to share it safely. Soapbox cyclist-in-chief Evan Wallis shares some basic tips.

Cincinnati, City Building, Education + Learning, Emerging Technology, Health + Wellness, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Sustainability, Transportation

Downtown

On a roll: Euro Cargo bikes mix art, sustainability

Jack Ellenberger Tuesday, August 07, 2012

What happens when a European designer lands in Cincinnati to create a new breed of Cargo Bike? Farmers, and artists, take note.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Green, Health + Wellness, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Non-Profit, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Research + Innovation, Sustainability, Talent, Transportation

Price Hill / Covedale, Downtown, Over-the-Rhine

GOOD ideas: Art on the move

The Queen City Project Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Cincinnati's arts leaders posed a challenge for creative thinkers: how can the city's vibrant arts scene be maximized to attract and retain talent? Twenty-somethings doing something offer an exciting new approach during the GOOD Ideas for Cities event held downtown this fall. Take a listen and see how you can keep the conversation going. Video courtesy The Queen City Project.

Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Diversity, Move to Cincinnati, Non-Profit, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Talent

Downtown

Miracle on Woodburn

Michael Kearns Tuesday, July 31, 2012

From vintage stores to high-end fashion shops and art galleries, a new day is dawning on Woodburn Avenue in Walnut Hills. Entrepreneurs who have long called the neighborhood home welcome the fresh energy and say it has already made an impact in one of Cincinnati's most iconic communities.

Architecture, Arts + Culture, Cincinnati, City Building, Consumer Products, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Move to Cincinnati, Quality of Life, Regional Indicators, Regionalism, Sustainability, Talent

Walnut Hills / East Walnut Hills / O'Bryonville