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FREE Summer Learning Program & Prizes for Kids at Local Libraries

Research shows that kids who practice reading and math skills over the summer can keep and even improve upon the progress they made during the school year. Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Libraries are committed to helping kids do this, and have fun with it. With these objectives, the “Discover

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 26, 2025

2025 Summer Meal Finder Map

All children under the age of 18 are eligible to receive free meals during the summer months through a program offered by the Ohio Department of Education. Individuals ages 19 through 21 are also eligible for this program, if they have been identified as having mental or physical disabilities, and

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 23, 2025

Block Parties with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, June through August, FREE admission.

The cost of tickets often make classical music inaccessible to people of lower income status. This summer there are a number of opportunities to bring social recreational activities and classical music together, and available to all people regardless of their financial situation. The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will be playing at

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 22, 2025

Kids 2025 Summer Sports Camps available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission

Summer sports camps are an essential part of childhood development, providing an opportunity for children to learn new skills, make new friends, and stay active during the summer months. For low-income families, these camps offer an affordable way to engage their children in structured physical activities that enhance their physical

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 21, 2025

Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic

If you have questions about legally changing you or your child’s name and/or gender designation on identity documents in Ohio, FREE confidential legal clinics are available. The clinics are held virtually, every second Wednesday of the month, from 6 PM to 8 PM, online. Registration is required at least 48

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 19, 2025

Metro Detours for Taste of Cincinnati & Memorial Day

Detours for the annual Taste of Cincinnati events begin downtown on Wednesday May 22nd at 6 AM and will last until Tuesday May 28th at 5 PM. 5th Street will be closed from Walnut to Columbia Parkway. Consequently there are several changes in boarding locations. The following routes will board

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 15, 2025

Schedule of FREE Legal Clinics in Tri State Area

There are a number of opportunities to receive FREE legal assistance in the tri state area of Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. The Cincinnati VA Medical Center has released a flyer which provides information about these clinics and their schedule of operations. This flyer can be downloaded for distribution to interested

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 14, 2025

Low Income HIV AIDS Healthcare Resources

Access to affordable and adequate healthcare is a fundamental human right, yet low-income individuals and those living with HIV AIDS often face numerous barriers in accessing quality healthcare services. Lack of financial resources, limited access to healthcare facilities, and stigma and discrimination are just a few of the challenges faced

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 12, 2025

Immigrant & Refugee Law Center

Immigration and refugee law services play a crucial role in the lives of low-income individuals and families who face legal challenges in their efforts to navigate the complex and often confusing US immigration system. For many, the prospect of paying for legal representation is out of reach, leaving them vulnerable

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 6, 2025

5 1 3 Relief Bus

The Hamilton County 5 1 3 Relief Bus is a mobile medical and social service bus, providing health screenings and application assistance to connect to social services and economic relief. The bus is equipped with the technology that allows this assistance to occur on site. The bus travels to local

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 5, 2025

Findlay Market Has FREE Delivery and $25 in Free Produce for SNAP EBT Recipients.

If you have SNAP EBT benefits you can use the Findlay Market shopping app to obtain free delivery and no service fees on your orders. The Findlay Market shopping app is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.  During checkout, the delivery and service fees will be visible in

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 2, 2025

Weekend Bus Detours Due to Flying Pig Marathon

The Flying Pig Marathon takes place this weekend, May 4th and 5th, with many Metro routes operating on detour. This can result in longer than usual delays for those reliant on the bus for transportation needs this weekend. The following is a list of known detours taking place this weekend due

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 30, 2025

EZConnect Pilot Project for Regional Transportation

There is a project in the works, called EZConnect, to improve interregional transportation services. The project aims to provide individuals with disabilities a way to travel between counties that have different transit agency service areas– For instance, a trip from the Butler County Courthouse, in Butler County, to the VA

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 25, 2025