CCO also ratifies a 4-Year Collective Bargaining Agreement Summermusik and the musicians of the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra, represented by the Cincinnati Musicians Association American Federation of Musicians Local 1, announce the successful ratification of a new four-year collective bargaining agreement, effective January 1, 2026. The agreement marks a recommitment to artistic excellence and financial stability... Continue Reading →
My Sidekick and Me: Bootleg Reinforcement
By Lisa Desatnik, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC When I say the word ‘bootleg’ to you, your thoughts are more than likely go to hard-core alcohol or moonshine. The definition includes all things produced, reproduced, or distributed illegally without authorization or licensing. In learning theory and pet training, we also talk about some reinforcement as bootleg.... Continue Reading →
World Peace Yoga Becomes Cincinnati’s First Yoga School to Achieve American Yoga Council Accreditation
World Peace Yoga has become the first yoga studio in Cincinnati to have its school and certification program accredited by the American Yoga Council (AYC). This distinction places World Peace Yoga among a leading group of the first 500 schools nationwide to receive this accreditation, joining prestigious institutions such as the Himalayan Institute and Loyola Marymount University Master... Continue Reading →
Contemporary Arts Center Appoints Jessica Orzulak as Curator
Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) has announced the appointment of Jessica Orzulak as the institution’s new Curator. Orzulak joins CAC’s team to further the organization’s multi-faceted exhibition program, building on the institution’s long history of engaging and experimenting with the art, artists, and ideas of our time. She will begin her role on May 4. Orzulak holds a Ph.D.... Continue Reading →
Into the Woods: Ault Park’s New Discovery Trail
By Robin Gee There were some patches of snow on the ground last December when excited children, dressed in winter jackets, scarves and hats, burst through the green plastic ribbon marking the entrance to Ault Park’s new playground. Each child wanted to be the first on the 20-foot climbing tower and try out the new... Continue Reading →
Taft Museum of Art Marks 175 Years of Duncanson Murals, 40 Years of Artist-in-Residence Program
The Taft Museum of Art marks two major anniversaries in 2026: the 175th anniversary of Robert S. Duncanson’s landmark landscape murals and the 40th anniversary of the Duncanson Artist-in-Residence Program, one of America’s longest running residencies dedicated to community engagement and artists of color. Painted between 1850 and 1852, Duncanson's murals launched his career as... Continue Reading →
My Sidekick and Me: Staying in Place
By Lisa Desatnik, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC Going to, staying and relaxing on a ‘place’ are valuable behaviors to invest time into teaching your dog. This lesson was one of my early ones I taught my own dog, Dawson, when he was a puppy. I have taught many more dogs and puppies since then. What... Continue Reading →
Cincinnati Public Schools Plans Safe Sleep Lot to Support Families Experiencing Homelessness
By Joe Wessels, Cincinnati Public Schools As housing costs rise and affordable options shrink across Greater Cincinnati, Cincinnati Public Schools is preparing to open a safe sleep lot designed to support students and families experiencing homelessness. District leaders believe the initiative is among the first in the nation sponsored by a public school district. The... Continue Reading →
Digging In: The Must Have Plant List
By Jennifer Smith Gardeners are constantly tweaking their must-have plant lists. Some plants fall out of favor and off the list because they are too difficult to maintain, turn out to be thugs or divas, or fail to live up to their hype. As curious gardeners we are learning about new ways to garden, be... Continue Reading →
Hyde Park Elementary Garden Is Set to Bloom
By Robin Gee, HPL Editor As spring unfolds, a special school and community project is blossoming at Hyde Park School. After a year of planning, design and prep work the Hyde Park School Garden is taking shape on a long patch of school property in the corner opposite the main intersection of Edwards Road and... Continue Reading →
