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Lunch and Learn: Myaamia People in Columbia
11/24, noon
Lunch and Learn: Myaamia Presentation- Who lived in your neighborhood of Columbia Tusculum BEFORE the white settlers? Join us on 11/24 at 12:00 pm to for a presentation by Logan York the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma. Learn about Miami native history, culture and the programs and initiatives of the Tribe today. FREE lunch refreshments! RSVP:
Summer Classes and Shows
Blues Dance Cincinnati
Please click the Summer Programming tab under "Programming and Events" at the top of this page for a list of shows, programs and classes for the summer.
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Blues Dance Cincinnati: Blues and Swing Night
open dance
September 10 and 24
October 15 and 29
November 12 and 30
December 10 and 21
7pm Lesson, 8-10pm Open Dance; $10 at the door
Absolute Beginners and all ages welcome! Pre-registration not necessary.
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Blues dancing is an umbrella term for a family of historical and modern dances done to blues music. Rooted in African movement, blues dance places a high value on improvisation, rhythm, polyrhythm, and solo movements. Most partner dance forms have risen from cultural groups during periods of growth and creativity.
Join us at 7:00 for an hour long lesson on Ballroomi'n blues and learn to dance to artists like Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and even modern jazz and blues artists.
$10 cover includes the lesson and 2 hour dance afterwards.
No experience or partner required.
The event is BYOB.
If you have questions you can call or text Sarah at 513-503-3300.
Common Stitch
Common Stitch
(Sewing, knitting, embroidery Meetup)
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and community! Enjoy snacks, mocktails, and the company of like-minded creatives while working on your own sewing, knitting, or embroidery project. Sewing machines are welcome!
All levels are welcome, but basic knowledge of your chosen craft is essential for working independently. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's a place for you here!
Let's create, connect, and have fun together! Space is limited to 25 participants.
When: Sundays, 9/29, 10/13, 12/8
Time: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Cost: FREE- donation of $5-10 recommended.
What to Bring: Your project, essential craft supplies. (details listed on the sign-up page)
What's Included: Iron and ironing board, snacks, mocktail station, and a supportive community!
Optional Donation:
Your generous donation will help us cover the cost of refreshments and time spent setting up the event. Any amount is welcome, with a suggested range of $5-$10. Donations can be made via Venmo (details on sign-up page) or cash at the event.
Riverside Singers Community Choir
Join the Community Choir! Riverside Singers: 2024
THE RIVERSIDE CHOIR
An intergenerational All-Comers Choir for the Joy of Singing in Community.
Early Bird pricing ends September 1st.
Early Bird $145 / after September 1st $165.
20% Discount for additional family members from the same household.
Let’s sing together! The Riverside Choir is an a-political, secular choir, joining our voices in song, creating community and joy. If this sounds like fun, this choir is for you! Songs will be drawn from a variety of folk traditions and contemporary Americana and choral music.
The Riverside Choir will meet on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 8:15 PM at The Carnegie Center in Columbia-Tusculum from September 16th through November 25th.
All songs are taught by ear. You don’t have to feel like a “singer” to join us. No audition or prior singing experience is necessary, just come and enjoy the process of singing with a group. Content is geared towards ages 9 and up. All children must be accompanied by a singing adult. No performance required.
This choir is led by April Combs Mann. She has been in choirs since she was three years old and has sung on stages across the US and Europe. April has led both adults and children in song through the years. This choir is a long-held dream for her. Let's sing!
The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum, 3738 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 - easy parking.
Sign up now to get Early Bird Pricing:
https://aprileight.com/choir/p/riverside-choir
Cincinnati, Ohio 45226 - easy free parking
April Combs Mann
April Eight Songs & Stories Podcast and Blog
aprileight.com and iTunes and GooglePlay
Community Chess
Chess Earth hosts
Community Open Play
Tournaments
Learn and Play for Seniors
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Senior Chess Program Dates at Carnegie Center
- July 10 (Wednesday 1:30pm) Senior Chess Program
- August 7 (Wednesday 1:30pm) Senior Chess Program
Open Play & Tournament Schedule. 12noon to 7pm
FREE Open Play or optional Pay to Play Tournament
August 18th, Sunday
September 8th, Sunday
October 20th, Sunday
November 17th, Sunday
December 22nd, Sunday
Preschool Art with Abrakadoodle
Preschool Art Classes at The Carnegie Center Hosted by Abrakadoodle
ages 3-5
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9/23, 10/30, 11:18 at 12:30pm
ages 3-5
Bring your preschooler for arts and enrichments with Abradadoodle! This monthly class will rotate arts projects to stimulate young creative minds! For more information about Abrakadoodle, visit: https://www.abrakadoodle.com/oh-greater-cincinnati/
Classes for Seniors
Classes for Seniors!
Recommended ages 60+, but all welcome.
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Chess for Seniors
9/11, 10/9, 10/23, 11am
FREE!
Learn chess, socialize, and stimulate your mind! Robert Chenault with Chess Earth can help anyone at any age play chess! Enjoy
Art with Abrakadoodle
9/23, 10/30, 11/18 1:30pm
FREE!
Ceneetra Anderson with Abrakadoodle leads seniors through guided art class. Each class you will make a different, unique item, no matter what level of artistic talent you hold!
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Connecting Community Through Wine:
Daring Pairings Wine Classes
Mondays, 6:30pm; $50; 2 for $90
Michael Schwartzmann uses wine, pairings, and knowledge to encourage fun, engaging, and memorable experiences that can last a lifetime.
We use wine, pairings, and knowledge to encourage fun, engaging, and memorable experiences that can last a lifetime.​
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9/23 "Other" Grapes from Spain"​
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10/7 Up the Rhone to the Soane-Avignon to Dijon (South Rhone Valley)
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10/14 Up the Rhone to the Soane- Avignon to Dijon (North Burgundy)
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10/28 "California Wine Areas You Ain't Heard Of"
