Cincinnati Architecture: 1800-1860 Cincinnati Architecture: 1800-1860 Program Date: Presented by Carolyn Honkomp, Museum Center Heritage Programs Carolyn Laemmle / 10/12/2019 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 7037 Article rating: No rating In the 19th Century, Cincinnati was a dynamic boom town, one of the top ten most populous cities in the United States. Part of that history lives on in buildings that exist today. This program presents a virtual tour of significant structures in the basin and outskirts of Cincinnati, highlighting their architectural styles. The presentation will describe the effects of commerce, European immigration, and cultural influences on the design and utility of structures that created the foundation of our city. Mrs. Mary Russell.... Chairman of the Day Mrs. Cheryl Sieve.... Flower Chairman Read more
“Dicky Dweeb, Detective,” Episode Two “Dicky Dweeb, Detective,” Episode Two Program Date: The Cincinnati Woman’s Club Players; Directed by Mrs. Carol Parsons Carolyn Laemmle / 10/26/2019 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 7105 Article rating: No rating Returning to the glory days of old-time radio mystery shows, this sequel to the “Golden Days of Radio,” last year’s CWC presentation, will follow the intrepid detective Dicky Dweeb as he solves yet another case. Through the talents of the CWC Players and the creativity of Carol Parsons, CWC Players’ director and long-time College Club member, we follow the always hilarious players as they put their twist on classic radio programs that thrived from the 1920s through the 1950s. Ms. Jane Hlad..... Flower Chairman Mrs. Karen Vedder.... Hospitality Chairman Read more
Childhood Food Solutions Childhood Food Solutions Program Date: Presented by Tony Fairhead, Executive Director, and Lisa Hyde-Hill, Board Chair Carolyn Laemmle / 11/16/2019 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 0 6966 Article rating: No rating It’s been estimated that about half of families living in poverty in Cincinnati don’t have access to sufficient food, especially during periods when children are not in school and don’t receive free or reduced-price meals. Yet, the problem largely remains silent behind closed doors, because parents don’t want to admit they lack adequate resources for such basic needs. Childhood Food Solutions was created to help fill the gap through programs designed to provide food to children in areas of poverty, high-crime and food insecurity in our community. The presenters will describe the results of these efforts and how others can assist. Mrs. Nancy Lu Walters .....Chairman of the Day Ms. Paula Steiner .......Flower Chairman Mrs. Carolyn Ludwig ....Hospitality Chairman Read more
We Wish You a Jazzy Holiday We Wish You a Jazzy Holiday Program Date: Directed by Sue Brown Carolyn Laemmle / 12/7/2019 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 7311 Article rating: 3.0 Jazz at Dusk Combo Don’t miss this talented group of youthful musicians and their swinging version of holiday and other favorites, with vocal and instrumental performances sure to entertain all! The high school students are part of the Cincinnati Jazz Hall of Fame’s “Jazz at Dusk” program, which is designed to give advanced students the experience of performing in a club/restaurant atmosphere. The Jazz Hall of Fame offers this opportunity without charge to the student. Mrs. Carolyn Laemmle.... Read more
Cincinnati Cooks! Nourishing Self-Sufficiency Cincinnati Cooks! Nourishing Self-Sufficiency Program Date: Presented by Tony Lavatori Carolyn Laemmle / 1/18/2020 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 7543 Article rating: No rating As the Tri-State area’s largest provider of emergency food for people in crisis, the Freestore Foodbank is well regarded for helping to stave off hunger in our community. But did you know that the Freestore also provides free culinary training for unemployed and underemployed local residents – putting them on a path to self-sufficiency? This presentation shares the story of Cincinnati COOKS!, a 10-week commercial cooking school program that prepares graduates with the skills and self-confidence to succeed in culinary jobs in Greater Cincinnati. Since the program began, graduates have landed employment in more than 200 local culinary institutions, uplifting and transforming their lives. Ms. Janet Walsh.... Chairman of the Day Mrs. Diane Kasarda... Flower Chairman Read more
Our Foremothers: Women in Early Cincinnati History Our Foremothers: Women in Early Cincinnati History Program Date: Presented by Christopher Miller Glenna Wardlow Baumbaugh / 2/22/2020 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 6982 Article rating: No rating Cincinnati’s National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is a museum of conscience, an education center, a convenor of dialogue, and a beacon of light for inclusive freedom throughout the globe. It reveals stories of freedom’s heroes – and “she-roes” – from the past to contemporary times. This program focuses on Cincinnati women who played an important part in our local history. Ms. Rosalyn Fuller...... Chairman of the Day Ms. Nancy Bolam-Jenkins... Flower Chairman Dr. Rajni Harsh... Hospitality Chairman Read more
Exploring the Western Wildlife Corridor Exploring the Western Wildlife Corridor Program Date: Presented by Matt Taylor Nancy Cavanaugh / 3/14/2020 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM 0 6997 Article rating: No rating The Western Wildlife Corridor’s (WWC) mission is to protect the scenic beauty and natural resources of the Ohio River Valley through direct land protection and promotion of responsible land use. Since 1992, the WWC has worked to preserve and restore the greenway corridor of wooded hillsides along the Ohio River, from the Millcreek near downtown Cincinnati to the Great Miami River bordering Indiana. Learn how this initiative is enhancing the quality of life for people in these communities. Mrs. Nancy Cavanaugh... Chairman of the Day Ms. Deborah Jane Campbell..... Flower Chairman Read more