By Jennifer Smith One of the joys of gardening is there’s always something new to try, be it a new plant, gardening philosophy or way to approach garden design and care. One should never be bored if gardening is your passion. Lately I’ve become obsessed with gravel gardens. A slew of Amazon book deliveries will... Continue Reading →
By James Jessup As a Middle School educator, I wholeheartedly recognize that raising and educating children is a journey best traveled together. This partnership between parents and schools is not just important, it is essential for creating an environment where children feel safe, valued and supported in their journey towards success. In today’s rapidly changing... Continue Reading →
By Robin Gee This year, Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled, or LADD as it is commonly known, celebrates 50 years of service. Started with the goal to provide housing opportunities for adults who are developmentally disabled, the organization has grown to offer a wide array of services, as well as a strong community of... Continue Reading →
The Barn in Mariemont has announced this year’s vendors for the 2025 Showcase of Arts Holiday sale to be held December 6 and 7. Forty local artists and artisans will fill the 1920’s era dairy barn at 6980 Cambridge Avenue. This curated event is known for high quality and uniqueness of creative works. Event coordinator... Continue Reading →
By Julie Isphording Life is unfair. But you don’t have to be. From the time we’re kids, we learn the word “fair.” We say it on playgrounds, in classrooms, and around dinner tables: “That’s not fair!” as if there’s a referee keeping score. But life doesn’t play by those rules. Life doesn’t come in black... Continue Reading →
By Lisa Desatnik, CPDT-KA, FFCP, FDM, CPBC What do these situations have in common? A dog begins running in circles, barking, and jumping when his leash is taken out. A dog begins pacing, nudging you and barking when you walk toward your kitchen at 5:00 p.m.. Both circumstances demonstrate contextual cues at work. These are... Continue Reading →
By Alex Catalan and Julie DiRoma The college admission process can be daunting and overwhelming for students and parents alike. Many students enter high school at full speed and view it as a race toward the college acceptance finish line, or they put too much emphasis on test scores and resume building. In reality, the... Continue Reading →
By Jennifer Smith It may seem counterintuitive to say I want those who are supporting nature to take a lighter hand. The idea came while visiting pollinator and monarch butterfly social media groups. I was surprised to see people, with the best of intentions, collecting caterpillar eggs and bringing them indoors to raise. This seemingly... Continue Reading →
The Hyde Park Art Show, one of the largest one-day art show in our region, returned October 5. The show featured 200 artists from the Greater Cincinnati area and provided an excellent opportunity to see and purchase art and celebrate our rich creative community. The event also raises funds to support professional artists of the... Continue Reading →
By Robin Gee Many people enjoy the bike and walking trail that runs from Downtown Cincinnati to Lunken Airport. It cuts right through the Columbia Tusculum neighborhood running along the river. Railroad tracks cut through the neighborhood, known as the oldest in Cincinnati, dividing it north and south. If it weren’t for a trail tunnel... Continue Reading →
