Women’s Committee
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…
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Everything you need to know before attending 18th Annual Hats Off Luncheon
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A watercolor painting of the Krohn Conservatory by watercolorist Josie Masset. Josie is among the artists who will be painting live at the 17th annual Hats Off Luncheon on October 6.
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Cincinnati Parks Foundation presents the Phyllis W. Smale Award each year at the annual Hats Off Luncheon and recognizes outstanding achievement, inspiring leadership, exemplary service and creative vision in many areas related to horticulture and city beautification. This year, we are proud to recognize the Cincinnati Parks Riverfront Team for their dedication and hard work…
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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.
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The Women’s Committee of Cincinnati Parks recently gathered for their annual Greens Workshop. Members are invited to bring their containers, clippers, garden gloves, and creative ideas and gather for an evening of togetherness and fun as they create seasonal centerpieces. The workshop is led by Cincinnati Parks Foundation Engagement Coordinator, Emily Parker, who brings her…
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Hold on to your hats because the 16th annual Hats Off Luncheon is set to be an unforgettable afternoon of festivities, fun — and fundraising — all set to make an impact on the grounds that make Cincinnati’s communities great: Cincinnati Parks. Presented by The Women’s Committee of Cincinnati Parks, the Hats Off Luncheon is…
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The Women’s Committee of Cincinnati Parks is a dedicated group of nearly 900 park advocates. Their membership in the Women’s Committee supports Cincinnati Parks through advocacy and fundraising. On June 2, 2022, members were invited to attend a members-only “Butterflies After Dark” viewing of the Krohn Conservatory’s “Butterflies of the Nile” show. Over the course…
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This week, Cincinnati Parks Foundation Women’s Committee members volunteered with Cincinnati Parks’ Greenspace team at the Smale Anniversary Garden located at Butler and 5th Street. This is urban garden is at the epicenter of the highway exchange and is a gift to the City of Cincinnati from Phyllis and John Smale on the occasion of…
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On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, Cincinnati Parks Foundation Executive Director Jennifer Hafner Spieser received recognition from Mayor Aftab Pureval and Cincinnati City Council. Recommended through the office of Councilmember Mark Jeffreys, Jennifer received an official recognition resolution “for Women’s History Month 2022, when the City celebrates women who are making history while bringing national attention…
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