Posts by Cincinnati Parks Foundation
News Release: Cincinnati Parks 2023 Outdoor Roller Skating Season Opens on May 27th
Sawyer Point Riverfront Rink will host series of roller skating events as a fundraising initiative to restore the rink kicks off. CINCINNATI, Ohio (May 22, 2023) – Outdoor roller skating returns to the Riverfront Rink at Sawyer Point on May 27th and continues through October with a series of free outdoor roller skating events with…
Read MoreNEWS RELEASE: Cincinnati Tree Canopy is Growing Thanks to Grant from Arbor Day Foundation and Kimberly-Clark
On May 25, Cincinnati Parks Foundation (CPF) will partner with Kimberly-Clark and the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 30 trees in the Roselawn Park in the Roselawn neighborhood of Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Parks Foundation is on a mission to help enhance and improve Cincinnati Parks in all regions of the city, ensuring that these urban parks remain green, beautiful, and accessible to everyone. CPF is working with the Arbor Day Foundation, the world’s largest membership nonprofit dedicated to planting trees.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Carol Ann Haile!
A birthday is always something to celebrate! And 100 years is a special milestone. This month, we’re celebrating the 100th birthday of Carol Ann Haile. The namesake of the carousel in the Anderson Pavilion at Smale Riverfront Park, Carol Ann, alongside her husband Ralph, had a tremendous love for Cincinnati, and their impact is everywhere in our city. Cincinnati Parks Foundation is thrilled to partner with the Haile Foundation and Carol Ann’s Carousel at the Andrson Pavilion at Smale Riverfront Park to plan a very special weekend for a special person on May 20-21.
Read MoreEverybody In for a New Season of Accessible Hiking in Cincinnati Parks
At Cincinnati Parks Foundation, we’re about improving Cincinnati Parks and inviting everybody in! That’s a perfect description of our be.well hiking program. Through a partnership with be.well and Luke5 Adventures, everyone can hike through Cincinnati Parks–regardless of ability.
Read MoreTake a Walk with these Women Contributing to Cincinnati Parks
Thursday, March 30th, is Take a Walk in a Park Day, an occasion dedicated to encouraging people to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of their local parks. A walk in a park is a perfect way to escape stress and chaos while embracing nature’s rejuvenating power. After all, we all know the power of our parks to boost our moods, bond with friends, get some exercise, or relax. As we wrap up Women’s History Month, we spoke to many of the women in Cincinnati who are making a difference in our parks to find out what Cincinnati Park they will likely explore today.
Read More17th Annual Hats Off Luncheon Set to Raise Funds for Cincinnati Parks
The Cincinnati Parks Foundation is proud to announce the 17th annual Hats Off Luncheon to support the preservation and enhancement of Cincinnati’s parks. The group recently started planning its marquis fundraiser, which will host nearly one thousand attendees. The event will occur on Friday, October 6th, 2023, at the John G. and Phyllis W. Smale Riverfront Park.
Read MoreobLITTERate Litter in Parks
The Cincinnati Parks Foundation obLITTERators is back at it again this year. We’re rolling up our sleeves and mobilizing our volunteers to keep our Cincinnati Parks clean. Become an obLITTERator and join us each month as we travel from park to park spending two hours picking up litter. Last year, we removed nearly 5,000 pounds of trash from our parks and greenspaces. Together with the team at Cincinnati Parks, our board of directors, our volunteers and YOU, we’re prepared to do even more.
Read MoreLove in Cincinnati Parks
We all love Cincinnati Parks. But this time of year, it’s fun to hear stories about those who found love in our Parks. We’re sharing with you a few stories we uncovered. Because who doesn’t love a good love story–especially today.
Read MoreKeep Rolling. . .
Your social media feed may now be filled with roller skating routines, but the athletic art form has long been an important part of Black culture. As we recognize Black History Month, our current project to renovate the Sawyer Point outdoor roller rink, which, once completed, will be one of the largest outdoor rinks in the country, has more meaning. Roller rinks have long been a place for entertainment and socialization and a place for Black artists and musicians to perform and showcase their talents. The love of roller skating is passed down through generations.
Read MoreCPF Board Tours Cincy Parks
Cincinnati Parks Foundation and Cincinnati Parks welcomed new members of the Foundation’s Board of Directors to a day-long bus tour of Cincinnati Parks, led by CPF’s Executive Director, Jennifer Spieser, and Park’s Director, Jason Barron, highlighting opportunities for the two organizations to work together to improve our parks. The tour of Cincinnati Parks included all…
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