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Puppet Tales for Tots
8-Week Series: May 13-July 1, 9-10:30 am
Join April Eight, professional storyteller and certified Healing Arts practitioner, for an enchanting 8-week adventure designed for children ages 1-4 years old and their parent, grandparent, or care-giver. This hour-and-a-half program brings gentle story and puppet play together with developmental movement that promotes coordination, balance, and body awareness.
After each session, we’ll wrap up with a cozy snack and community time, giving families a chance to connect and share in the fun. It’s a joyful, hands-on experience that nurtures both mind and body, creating lasting memories as you bond with your child and explore the magic of puppetry together!
Tuesdays mornings starting May 13th through July 1st from 9:00-10:30.
$180 for parent/child
April Combs Mann
Songleader: Riverside Choir - Cincinnati
April Eight Songs & Stories Podcast
Stay Up Late with April Eight Newsletter
Community French Horn Choir
Join the Community French Horn Choir
with The Cincinnati French Horn Collective
Coordinator: Gregory Holdiness
Meets weekly:
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30pm
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm
The Cincinnati Horn Collective is a welcoming group for French horn players of all levels—Beginner, Novice, Amateur, and Professional. We gather to enjoy making music together in a fun, low-pressure environment. Whether you're looking to learn, improve, or simply keep playing, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow horn players in the Cincinnati area.
Interested in joining?
Contact Gregory at (513) 560-5692 or gmholdin34@gmail.com
questions? email gmholdin34@gmail.com
April Eight: Music and Tales for Families
Little Nest Puppet Playtime
A cozy weekly story and puppet circle for Littles and their Grownups.
Join April Eight for a gentle morning of storytelling, song, and imaginative play. We’ll begin with a sweet lap-puppet tale, enjoy open playtime with handmade puppets, and close with a tiny story and shared nibble for cozy community time—just the right rhythm for little hearts. $155 for 7 weeks of gatherings. Payment plans available.
🧺 Tuesdays, 9–10:15 AM | May 20 – July 1
🎁 Free sampler session: Tuesday, May 13
📍 The Carnegie Center
3738 Eastern Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45226
👶 Ages: Walking toddlers to 4 and caregiver | Bring: A blanket to sit on
Find out more and sign-up at https://aprileight.com/puppetplaytime
🕊️ Songbird Mamas & Baby Singing Group
A weekly song circle for new mothers and mothers-to-be
Songs for soothing, bonding, and belonging
Come sing with your little one in a cozy, heart-centered circle of mamas and babies. We’ll share lullabies, folk tunes, and simple songs that nourish calm and connection—no experience needed, just a voice. Mamas are welcome with or without baby in arms.
Led by storyteller and song leader April Eight, this is a space for rest, rhythm, and the joy of singing together. Crying babies and sleepy mamas are welcome. After we sing, we’ll share a simple nibble and sweet time together. $120 for 7 weeks of gatherings. Payment plans available.
🧺 Tuesdays | 10:45–11:45 AM
📅 May 20 – July 1 | Free sampler: Tuesday, May 13
📍 The Carnegie Center – 3738 Eastern Ave, Cincinnati, OH
👩🍼 For mothers with babes in arms or on the way
Find out more and sign-up at: https://aprileight.com/songbirdmamas
Summer Classes and Shows
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.
Blues Dance Cincinnati
Blues Dance Cincinnati: Blues and Swing Night
open dance, Tuesdays, twice monthly (2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month)
7pm lessons, 8pm Open Dance
7pm Lesson, 8-10pm Open Dance; $10 at the door
Absolute Beginners and all ages welcome! Pre-registration not necessary.
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, 2/9, 3/9, 5/11, 6/8, 7/13, 8/10, 10/12, 11/9, 12/14
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.
Mahjong
MAHJONG Open Play
Once a month, 6:30-8:30pm starting 4/16/25
Join us for monthly play!
Whether you are a seasoned player or have only just heard of this gorgeous game, you can join Mrs. Mahj for open play and socialization at TCCCT.
There is a reason this game has been around since 1937 and is taking off like wildfire now among all ages.
Riverside Singers Community Choir
Join the Community Choir! Riverside Singers: 2025
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
Classes for Seniors
Classes for Seniors!
Recommended ages 60+, but all welcome.
Chess for Seniors
2nd AND 4th Wednesdays of Month, 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
3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/16, 11:30pm
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!
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.
