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Council On Aging Offers FREE Exercise & Wellness Programs

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 […]

Amazon Prime Discount for Medicaid and EBT Cardholders

Medicaid and EBT cardholders get a 50% discount on Amazon Prime Membership, paying only $6.99 per month instead of $14.99. The 50% discount can be a significant savings for EBT card holders who already self pay for Amazon Prime. In some situations it can also be beneficial for those who […]

Free parking and $2 admission at Museum Center for SNAP and Medicaid Recipients

Cincinnati Museum Center participates in a national program that provides discounted admission for low income families. All SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, and MARCC cards accepted. Guests with a valid food assistance (SNAP/EBT) card and a photo ID, or a valid Medicaid, WIC, or MARCC card and a photo ID, will receive […]

Red Bike Offers Discounted Monthly Price for Low-Income Individuals

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. […]

FREE Annual Parking Permits for Hamilton County Parks if you have an EBT Card

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 […]

FREE Shakespeare in the Park: “Much Ado About Nothing” Schedule & Locations 2026

The Cincinnati Shakespeare Company annually performs FREE Shakespeare plays in the park. This year they will be performing William Shakespeare’s play “Much Ado About Nothing”. The performances are on different days, July 14th through September 6th. Most performances are at 7pm, and each performance is held at a different park […]

Spray Parks to cool the summer heat, available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission.

Cincinnati Recreation Commission Spray Parks are open starting as early as May 30 or June 6, and running through August 8 for the 2026 season. 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 […]

The Significance of Juneteenth, Freedom Day

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 […]

CRC Teen Recreation Nights, Saturday Evenings Starting June 6th

Through the summer every Saturday night starting in June, the Cincinnati Recreation Center provides dinner and a variety of teen programming, such as late-night open swim, Live DJs, Esports, Open Gym Play, Basketball, Art Projects, haircuts and braiding, dancing and socializing, and Food Trucks. Over 300 teens attend every Saturday. […]

Physical Activity Guidelines & Resources for Disease Prevention in 2026

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Trick of Treat Options for Kids this Week

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Free “Discover Summer” Kits for Kids

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FREE Baseball Clinic offered at Withrow High School May 21st

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