Posts by Cincinnati Parks Foundation
Weddings, Anniversaries & Wagging Tails Love Stories from #CincyBarks
February is all about love. At Cincinnati Parks Foundation, we believe love comes in many forms—especially the furry, four-legged kind, the kind that wags its tail, gives sloppy kisses and is always happy to see you! We know that some of the best love stories include four paws and a whole lot of devotion. This…
Read MoreJennifer Hafner Spieser Honored with 2025 Pillar Award for Community Service
Celebrating Leadership in Community Service Cincinnati Parks Foundation is thrilled to announce that Jennifer Hafner Spieser, President + CEO of the Foundation, has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 Pillar Award for Community Service. This award, presented by Medical Mutual and Smart Business, celebrates individuals and organizations making a transformative impact on their communities. A…
Read More5 “Out”-Standing Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Cincinnati Parks
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to take your love outside—literally! Cincinnati Parks offer breathtaking views, peaceful hideaways and fun ways to celebrate love in all forms. Whether you’re planning a special date night, a fun outing with friends or a new adventure, here are five “out”-standing ways to enjoy the season! 1. Sunset Stroll…
Read MoreLet’s Grow Local – Largest Community Tree Planting Event
This fall, Cleveland Park in Avondale became the epicenter of a record-breaking community effort. More than 200 volunteers joined forces for the largest single-day tree planting event in Cincinnati’s history, adding over 200 trees to Avondale’s urban landscape. A Greener Future for Neighborhoods That Need It Most This year’s Let’s Grow Local event was a…
Read More18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon: Celebrating Community and Connection in Cincinnati Parks
What an incredible day! On October 4, 2024, the Cincinnati Parks Foundation hosted its 18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon at Smale Riverfront Park. Nearly one thousand park advocates, donors and community leaders gathered for a splendid afternoon that celebrated the Foundation’s continued work to CREATE, CONSERVE and CONNECT through Cincinnati Parks. Highlights from the 2024…
Read MoreKnow Before You Go: 18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon
Everything you need to know before attending 18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon
Read Morebe.well “Try It” Day at Sawyer Point: Empowering Kids through Roller Skating
Cincinnati Parks Foundation and Skate Downtown Cincinnati hosted the first-ever be.well roller skating “Try-It Day” last month at the Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink. This unique event, part of the broader be.well program in partnership with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, brought together children with disabilities and their families for a day of roller skating—a new experience for…
Read MoreTrailFest 2024: Mt. Airy Forest Celebrates Outdoors
A celebration of nature, outdoor activities, and family fun in Cincinnati. TrailFest 2024 brought out Cincinnati’s outdoor community in full force. Sunny skies and a light breeze made for an ideal day to celebrate nature and explore the trails. Mt. Airy Forest was buzzing with hikers, bikers, runners, and families enjoying everything the park has…
Read MoreScherzinger Family Legacy of Supporting Cincinnati Parks
ScherZinger Pest Control is now in its fourth generation of family leadership, with brothers Kurt, President, and Eric, Vice President of Procurement and Marketing, at the helm. The brothers reflect on the importance of their family commitment to Cincinnati Parks.
Read More18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon Set to Raise Funds to Support Healthy Parks and Healthy Communities
Cincinnati Parks Foundation’s Annual Event Returns to Smale Riverfront Park on Friday, October 4 . The Cincinnati Parks Foundation is proud to announce the 18th annual Hats Off Luncheon to support the conservation and creation of clean, green, beautiful spaces in Cincinnati Parks where communities can gather and grow. The group recently started planning its marquis…
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