2024 CPAC GRANT AWARDEES

Alms Park Advisory Council, Mt. Lookout – From May 19-September 27 enjoy the Alms Park Bluegrass and BBQ events. These family-friendly events include live music, food trucks, beverages, and giveaways. Click here for more details.

Park of Champions Advisory Council, Ezzard Charles Park, West End –  Following the unveiling of the bronze-cast statue of heavyweight boxing champion Ezzard Charles and the renaming of this park to honor this hometown hero, this newly-formed Advisory Council presents a boxing expo, featuring local boxing gyms, in partnership with Cincinnati Parks Foundation and Cincinnati Recreation. This family-friendly event will feature 250+ outdoor boxing matches on Saturday, July 6 from 1-5pm.

CUF Neighborhood Association, Bellevue Park – Join the CUF Neighborhood Association, the Clifton Heights Business Association, Cincinnati Parks, Monigold Studios, Genesis Events, and other local businesses for live music from the Bellevue Pavilion on the First Friday of every month from May through October, 5-10pm.

Mt. Echo Park Advisory Council, Mt. Storm Park – Continue the city's Riverfest Celebration on September 1 with Riverfest West. The overlook at Mt. Echo Park offers a great view of the city and the fireworks. This is a family event, including activities and entertainment for the kids.

Mt. Storm Park Advisory Council, Mt. Storm Park – Save the date for August 13 from 7-9 pm for Mt. Storm's annual Shakespeare in the Park event. For their sixth annual event, the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company will perform Hamlet on the back terrace of the pavilion with seating on the lawn below.

Olden View Park Advisory Council, Price Hill – Enjoy a kids' concert at Olden View Park on July 2nd. This event is presented in partnership with East Price Hill Improvement Association.

Rapid Run Park Advisory Council, Price Hill – Head to Rapid Run for Family Fridays from 6-8 p.m.

• June 28: Canoes and Music, with Kid-themed musician, Joanie Whittaker
• July 12: Nature & Art  with painting, board games, yard games
• July 19: Funky Fun Day with Red Nose Circus
• July 26: Canoes and Music, with Kid-themed musician, Joanie Whittaker

Kennedy Heights Park Advisory Council, Kennedy Heights – Join the Kennedy Heights Park Advisory Council every Wednesday from June 5-July 31 for Play in the Park. In partnership with the Cincinnati Parks, the Community Councils of Kennedy Heights and Pleasant Ridge, Kennedy Heights Arts Center, the Cincinnati Police Department, and the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, enjoy free musical and theatrical performances, interactive, participatory art projects, and healthy food options.

Inwood Park Advisory Council, Mt. Auburn – On July 3, celebrate at Inwood Park for this group's 2024 Family Picnic and enjoy Rozzi fireworks, live music, children's games, face painting, food trucks and more. This event is presented in partnership with Mt. Auburn Community Council, Cincinnati Parks, Uptown Rentals, MACDC, and Neyer Holdings.

Ault Park Advisory Council, Mt. Lookout –The Ault Park Summer Music Festival community concert series takes place from June through September on the 3rd Thursday of the month. These family-friendly events include live music, great food, kids' activities, nature programs, and fun social gatherings for the community. Click here for more information.

Burnet Woods Park Advisory Council, Burnet Woods, Clifton – Burnet Woods will be the location for several fun events. Mark your calendars for:

• April 20: Spring Fest
• September 21: International Children's Day
• October 12: Fall Fest

Stanbery Park Advisory Council, Stanbery Park, Mt. Washington – On September 1, attend Shakespeare in the Park at Stanbery Park.

California Woods Advisory Council, California Woods, California – Explore California Woods for a night-time caterpillar and moth hunt

International Friendship Park - On September 28, head to International Friendship Park for International Friendship Day. This CPAC has partnered with the Cincinnati USA Sister City Association, as well as Alliance Francais, Dayton Sister City Association, and Activities Beyond the Classroom, among others. The event will include cultural booths and will feature international performance groups, such as Cin-Day Taiko Drum Group, Greek Folk Dancers and Bagpipes. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Visit inside the Pavilion for a display of international children's artwork.

Caldwell Nature Preserve - Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday of July 31 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Explore Caldwell while doing fun, magic science experiments, crafts and activities for the whole family, including Quidditch, scavenger hunts, trivia and more. The Public Library of Cincinnati will bring Harry Potter books in English and Spanish along with their telescope.

Owl's Nest - Thanks to a community partnership with East Walnut Hills Assembly and Evanston Community Council, the Owl's Nest CPAC presents 2024 Summer Music Festival.

• May 4: Enjoy performances by the CSO Ensemble and Tracy Walker and meet representatives from various community agencies, Cincinnati Parks Explore Nature, children's activities and food trucks.
• October 5: Listen to the Push Play band with community agency representatives, Explore Nature, children's activities, and a food truck.

Sayler Park - Save the date for October 13 for the Sayler Park Harvest Fest. While there, stop by the Fernbank Garden Club Plant Swap and Giveaway. This CPAC gives away plants and seeds from their own gardens and commercial suppliers.

Caldwell Nature Center - On July 31, join the Caldwell Nature Center CPAC for a Wizard's Birthday Party.

LaBoiteaux Woods - The Friends of Laboiteaux Woods will host:

• September 14: Forest restoration
• September 26: All About Asters

Piatt Park - Art will bloom in Piatt Park during their en plein air event on July 21.

Mt. Airy -