Stages for Youth seeks funding to create year-round filmmaking program for teens
His Stages for Youth free summer film camp was a success, and Frank O'Farrell is now hoping to create year-round after-school programming for teens.
Northside
For those seeking an urban environment with a funky blend of Victorian homes, eclectic and traditional businesses, a long tradition of community activism and one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Cincinnati, you can't go wrong with Northside. Home to the legendary 4th of July parade, the Northside Farmer's Market, Shake It Records, the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Cincinnati, popular watering holes like the Comet and Northside Tavern and an active community council, Northside is all about preserving its strong grassroots heritage. One of Cincinnati's most walkable neighborhoods, Northside also features multiple green spaces, including Hoffner Park, the central site of numerous festivals.
Local musicians opening Northside Sound Factory this weekend
Northside Sound Factory opens its doors June 13 at 4172 Hamilton Ave. to sell affordable musical instruments and accessories and support musicians playing in neighborhood live music venues.
Local and organic burger/milkshake bar coming to Northside
Tickle Pickle burgers-and-milkshake cafe will open in Northside later this summer focusing on local and organic foods and options for those with dietary restrictions. The affiliated catering kitchen opens June 8.
Homebrewer expands palette to kombucha brewing, to move in with Urban Artifact
Algis Aukstuolis started homebrewing 10 years ago, but he's now focused on brewing kombucha. Skinny Piggy Kombucha has met its Kickstarter goal and will soon move into Urban Artifact in Northside.
Public Library preps student readers for All-Star summer
Summer Reading continues a 40-year tradition at the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County in July, as students strive to keep their skills sharp and become All-Star Readers.
Resurrection: One-time Cincinnati churches find new life by celebrating life
As urban centers attract a new generation eager to live in walkable neighborhoods, many abandoned churches are once again celebrating life. We profile three new "adaptive reuse" conversions in Northside and Over-the-Rhine.
Bike Month promotes bicycle safety, healthy lifestyles
May is Bike Month, the perfect time to reconsider healthy lifestyles and the use of bicycles as transportation. Here's a quick guide to 21 events throughout the area promoting Bike Month.
Rock ‘n Roll All Skate benefit to aid WordPlay’s literacy mission
Reminiscing about the days of roller rinks, rock & roll and swirling disco balls? Then the April 23 Rock ‘n Roll All Skate benefit for nonprofit literacy advocate WordPlay is for you.
Mayday space in Northside becoming restaurant and live music venue
Northside staple Mayday closed late last year but will reopen in June as the Northside Yacht Club, a live music venue, restaurant and cocktail bar run by musicians/hospitality vets Stuart MacKenzie and Jon Weiner.
Students gain newfound confidence through Louder Than a Bomb poetry slam
Aiken High School students are preparing for the first-ever Louder Than a Bomb Cincinnati, part of the world's largest poetry slam competition, with Saturday night's finals offering $3,000 in prizes and a recording opportunity at Elementz.
