Watercolor Workshop with Andrea Walker Ready to try your hand at painting? On Saturday, June 17th from 10 am-4 pm, the Women’s Art Club of Cincinnati is offering a Watercolor Workshop with Andrea Walker. Do you want to learn how to create vibrant, realistic watercolor paintings? Now is your chance! Join nationally recognized watercolor artist... Continue Reading →
George H. Thomas: City Namesake and Greatest Union General in the Civil War
Story and Photo By Mike Leising Part One: George H. Thomas was the most successful general in the Civil War, valuing strategy, and refusing to attack until his men were prepared and ready for battle. He never lost a battle where he was in charge, seeking to first win the fight and then following through... Continue Reading →
Fort Thomas Memorial Day Ceremony: Honoring Those Who Served
Join the city and our neighbors on Memorial Day as we honor our Campbell County Vietnam Veterans who sacrificed all while serving their country. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 25 th in Tower Park at the Vietnam Veteran Memorial. The Veterans & Friends Coffee Club will have coffee available inside... Continue Reading →
Kindling a Fire “The Founding Fathers”
By Cincinnati Country Day Head of School Rob Zimmerman ‘98 This year represents a major milestone for Cincinnati Country Day School: one hundred years ago this fall, CCDS opened its doors to its first students. As we reflect on a century of excellence, with countless fond memories and thousands of alumni lives transformed, it is... Continue Reading →
Local Author Publishes Unique Children’s Book
By Chuck Keller, Contributor Once upon a time, a man named John Noble had the idea to create an illustrated children’s book based upon a chapter from a fanciful Italian novel. The adventure began. But he didn’t know that this adventure would take him halfway around the world and back. He has much to learn... Continue Reading →
“Appalachian Spring” Comes to 8 North Center for the Arts
Appalachian Spring: Words, Music, and Crafts of the Mountains comes to 8 North Center for the Arts for one weekend only! Experience the heartbeat of this vibrant and uniquely American culture, expressed in poetry, art, craftmanship and song March 6-7-8, A curated exhibit of various handmade art and crafts will be on display during all... Continue Reading →
French Lick Resort: Award-Winning Resort Close to Home
French Lick Resort in Indiana was recently named the “Best Historic Resort” in Historic Hotels of America® Awards of Excellence. Each year, Historic Hotels of America honors and celebrates the most exemplary historic hotels, hoteliers, and leadership practices through this exclusive awards program. The Historic Hotels of America Awards of Excellence are presented to historic... Continue Reading →
Rare Art from the Fleischmann Estate at Building Value
By Elijah McKenzie, Contributor Tucked away in a dedicated corner of Northside’s Building Value store is a space unlike any other—a curated showcase of craftsmanship, legacy, and timeless design. Dubbed the Fleischmann Estate Room, it’s one of the most extraordinary collections Building Value has ever had the privilege of salvaging. The Fleischmann family name carries... Continue Reading →
NATURE REIMAGINED: THE JOYFUL ART OF CHARLEY HARPER OPENING
Story and photos by Mary Casey-Sturk On November 1st, dozens of art lovers gathered at 8 North Center for the Arts to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, Nature Reimagined: The Joyful Art of Charley Harper. Charley Harper (1922-2007), a Cincinnati-based American Modernist artist remains beloved by fans locally and around the world. He was... Continue Reading →
The Renovation of Buckingham Lodge
By Lawre Bonekemper When Lola Bonnell died in 1966, she left her home and property at 8650 Camargo Road to the Village. Her will stipulated that the residence be named Buckingham Lodge and that the 13-acre adjacent parcel of land be set aside as a public park or bird sanctuary. The house – originally constructed... Continue Reading →
