Cincinnati Museum Center participates in a national program that provides discounted admission for low income families. All SNAP and Medicaid cards accepted. Guests with a valid EBT card and a photo ID, or a valid Medicaid card and a photo ID, will receive free parking and $2 admission per person
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Shared by United Resource Connection July 16, 2024
Red Bike is a public bicycle sharing system that has bike stations throughout Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. For individuals living near the bike stations, and healthy enough to ride, the bikes can be a more economical option than exclusively ride-sharing, using the metro bus system, or buying and maintaining a car.
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Leisure activities and routines are crucial for maintaining good mental health. Engaging in activities such as going to a park can be an essential part of a self-care routine. For some people with mental health challenges or disabilities, they may need assistance in establishing these routines and transportation. Hamilton County
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The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company annually performs FREE Shakespeare plays in the park. This year they will be performing William Shakespeare’s play “Hamlet”. The performances are on different days, July 12th through September 1st. Most performances are at 7pm, and each performance is held at a different park throughout the Greater
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Cincinnati Recreation Commission Spray Parks are in operation from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day. The Cincinnati Recreation Commission has 9 spray parks throughout Hamilton County. Each are open from 10 AM through 9 PM, seven days a week. All are available at no charge and do not require memberships. Groups
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In Fredrick Douglass’s most famous speech on the hypocrisy of American slavery, he pointed out the paradox of Independence Day: America declared every man had a right to liberty while at the same time enslaving millions of people. More than nine years after this speech, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation
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Recreational events provide teenagers with opportunities to socialize and make new friends, promoting a sense of community and belonging. They also offer a healthy outlet for stress relief and relaxation, helping teenagers maintain a positive mental health and well-being. Engaging in recreational activities can also help teens develop important life
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As we age, maintaining a regular exercise routine becomes increasingly important for our overall health and well-being. For elderly adults, staying physically active can help prevent illness, improve mobility and flexibility, and enhance overall quality of life. Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such
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Summer recreational facilities, such as swimming pools, play a vital role in the development of youth, particularly for those from low-income backgrounds. Swimming pools provide an opportunity for children to engage in physical activity, socialize with peers, and learn important life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. For many low-income
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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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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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There are a number of Girls Sports Camps available this summer which build confidence and relationship skills. The local nonprofit Girls With GRIT has a 2024 summer sports camp program which includes soccer, track, volleyball and basketball. The sports camps are available to girls entering 3rd to 8th grade in
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Visitors with a valid food assistance card (Ohio Direction Card or Ohio EBT card) can receive FREE admission to the Highfield Discovery Garden on regular operating days. The Highfield Discovery Garden is 12-acre garden designed to encourage kids of all ages to explore the natural world in a fun, engaging
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