West Side holiday guide: Shop Camp Washington and Westwood
Now more than ever, local businesses need our support. Here are a few to choose from.
Westwood
Cincinnati's largest neighborhood, Westwood, houses more than 30,000 residents in a six-mile area just west of downtown. With tree-lined streets and architecturally appealing homes, many parts of the neighborhood offer beautiful walking views. Westwood maintains its historic buildings as renovations, new businesses and diverse young residents continue to be drawn to the west side. The community was featured in the Soapbox On The Ground series where we connected with Westwood community members and their many, ongoing initiatives. Want to learn more about Westwood? Check out On The Ground Westwood.
Little Free Libraries spread books and happiness
These “street libraries” help build community, boost literacy, and make people smile.
How a neighborhood that said “No” to everything became one that says “Yes”
Ten years ago, Westwood was so divided that community leaders suggested seceding from Cincinnati.
When the world shut down, Westwood created a safety net for kids and families in need
It didn’t happen overnight, but thanks to pre-existing asset maps of community services, residents created a bank of resources and ideas for maintaining community connections.
Volunteers, signatures needed for affordable housing trust fund
A proposed charter amendment will allocate funds to support the city’s most vulnerable population.
Rapidly growing Gamble High School is a rarity in the neighborhood
There are only about 25 Montessori High Schools in the country, with two in Cincinnati. West Side parents appreciate the child-led, self-paced, collaborative learning model offered through the program.
Creating an inviting culture in Westwood
Local business owners set up shop, hoping to anchor the community’s development.
Welcome to Westwood, where residents are changing racial attitudes one conversation at a time
After years of being divided, the community is slowly becoming united.
The Skyline Chili Community Fund will improve access to quality preschool opportunities
Money will go towards increasing the amount of good programs and tuition.
People Working Cooperatively helps residents stay safe while stuck inside
The nonprofit secured $175,000 in grants to make emergency repairs.
