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FREE CPS Youth Wrestling Clinic for 4th, 5th, and 6th Graders, June 17th, 2023.

Cincinnati Public Schools will be hosting a FREE youth wrestling clinic for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. The clinic will be held at Hughes High School, located at 2294 Dana Avenue, on Saturday June 17th, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. The clinic will be led by Mount St. Joseph Head Wrestling

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 9, 2023

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

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 10am through 9pm, seven days a week. All are available at no charge and do not require memberships. Groups may attend

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 5, 2023

Cincinnati Recreation Commission 2023 Summer Pool Openings

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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Shared by United Resource Connection June 1, 2023

More Summer Sports Camps available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission in 2023

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 22, 2023

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

The symphony orchestra is a cultural institution that enriches our lives through its beautiful music and the talent of its performers. However, the cost of tickets and the elitist reputation of classical music often make it inaccessible to people of lower income status. It is crucial that the symphony orchestra,

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 11, 2023

Cincinnati Recreation Commission Offers FREE Scuba Class

The Cincinnati Recreation Commission will be hosting a FREE introductory Scuba class through June and July 2023. Participants must be 10 years old or older, and must be large enough to safely swim with the scuba gear. Classes will be held from 10AM until 12:30PM at the following CRC locations:

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 27, 2023

Scholarships available to girls in 3rd to 8th grade interested in summer sports camps.

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 2023 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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Shared by United Resource Connection April 27, 2023

FREE Health Screenings & Music Saturday April 29 in Washington Park

Free Health Screenings and Live Musical Entertainment will be available Saturday, April 29th, in Washington Park from 10AM to 5PM. The FREE event is part of the Center for Closing the Health Gap annual Health Expo, which includes health screenings, educational workshops and fitness activities, as well as healthy food

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 26, 2023

CPS Summer Sports Camps at Walnut Hills High School, 2023

Cincinnati Public Schools offers summer sports camps hosted by Walnut Hills High School coaches and student-athletes. All the camps are located at Walnut Hills High School. Grade and Age participation varies depending on the sport. A full list of the various sport camp dates and times can be viewed on

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 19, 2023

FREE CPS Youth Wrestling Clinic for 4th, 5th, and 6th Graders.

Cincinnati Public Schools will be hosting a FREE youth wrestling clinic for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. The clinic will be held at Withrow High School, located at 2294 Dana Avenue, on Saturday April 22nd, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. The clinic will be led by Mount St. Joseph Head Wrestling

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 11, 2023

Spring Youth Tennis & Pickleball Leagues

Spring tennis and pickleball leagues start in April at the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation. Leagues are available for grades 1 through 12, playing from April 15th through May 20th. The leagues play at the Withrow High School Courts located at 2294 Dana Avenue. Programs are FREE or available with scholarship at all levels. You can sign

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 27, 2023

Meetups for People with Disabilities & The One Mile Flying Pig Event

Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services has partnered with Queen City Running Club to host “PigAbilities Meetups” and help participants get ready for the one-mile event during Flying Pig weekend. The meetups are an opportunity for people to get outside and get active. They are also a chance to connect and

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 2, 2023

Developmental Disabilities Services

There are many resources available in Hamilton County for those with developmental disabilities. The Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services agency is the largest. There are a number of services they provide, and they can also help make connections to additional providers. The agency provides services for children, including early intervention

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Shared by United Resource Connection December 2, 2022