UrbanCincy: URBANexchange returns this Wednesday to Moerlein Lager House

Following a successful pilot run last year, URBANexchange will return this Wednesday for a full year of events at the Moerlein Lager House. We will be giving away prizes at each of the monthly gatherings, and offer an opportunity for you to expand your network of fellow urbanists. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: URBANexchange returns this Wednesday to Moerlein Lager House

UrbanCincy: Afghan Whigs return to Cincinnati to ring in 2013, possibly end career

The Afghan Whigs returned to their hometown of Cincinnati for what may have been their final show. The New Year’s Eve performance, however, was largely populated with the group’s traveling fan base, and not Cincinnatians celebrating their native sons. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Afghan Whigs return to Cincinnati to ring in 2013, possibly end career

UrbanCincy: Ring in the new year on Fountain Square in VIP fashion

3CDC has provided UrbanCincy with two complimentary tickets to its VIP party on Fountain Square this year, and we are looking to give them away to our readers. The tickets include admission to the New Year’s Eve Blast VIP Party at Via Vite, which includes all sorts of perks. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Ring in the new year on Fountain Square in VIP fashion

UrbanCincy: Stories Around the Urban Campfire returns to East Walnut Hills this Thursday

The UrbanCincy team invites you to join us in East Walnut Hills for the second Stories Around the Urban Campfire event. Food and drink will be provided by Suzie Wongs and Cafe Desales, and the event is totally free. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Stories Around the Urban Campfire returns to East Walnut Hills this Thursday

UrbanCincy: The Heights Music Festival kicks off tonight with over 60 performances

The locally-focused music festival will feature 60 musical performances at five Clifton Heights venues. Featured artists include The Frankl Project, Hickory Robot, The Natives, and DAAP Girls. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: The Heights Music Festival kicks off tonight with over 60 performances

UrbanCincy: Urban storytelling event to take place in Walnut Hills this November

On Thursday, November 8, UrbanCincy is partnering with the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation (WHRF) and Teilen to bring Cincinnatians a unique storytelling event to take advantage of the crisp fall nights. “The idea behind the event is to bring back the experience of gathering with friends and family members around a campfire,” explained Randy Simes, [...] . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Urban storytelling event to take place in Walnut Hills this November

UrbanCincy: Episode #10: Cincinnati Music Scene

Rome Ntukogu joins us to discuss Cincinnati’s music scene. We discuss the role of different venues and neighborhoods; bands having “Cincinnati pride” after making it big; national acts stopping in Cincinnati; and music festivals like Midpoint, Bunburry, and The Heights. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Episode #10: Cincinnati Music Scene

UrbanCincy: 2012 World Choir Games attendance exceeded 200,000

According to a new report issued by the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau, the 2012 World Choir Games attracted 15,000 participants from 64 different countries, and drew more than 208,000 spectators at some 200 different events. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: 2012 World Choir Games attendance exceeded 200,000

UrbanCincy: Film showcase to kick off this year’s MidPoint Music Festival

Two locally produced documentaries will be featured in a film festival that will kick off this year’s MidPoint Music Festival on Thursday, September 27. The two films showcase Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, and Newport’s seedy past. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Film showcase to kick off this year’s MidPoint Music Festival

UrbanCincy: Downtown hosting open house this weekend to showcase ongoing progress

Downtown Cincinnati has experienced tremendous progress over the past decade, and neighborhood residents and boosters don’t want it to be a secret. To celebrate, DCI and the Downtown Residents Council will host a free event to showcase some of the recent changes. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Downtown hosting open house this weekend to showcase ongoing progress

UrbanCincy: Ensemble Theatre offering new discounts for area students

The Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati kicks off single ticket sales to its 2012-2013 season today at 10am, and they are introducing a variety of special offers to make attending professional theatre more affordable for young people. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Ensemble Theatre offering new discounts for area students

UrbanCincy: With World Choir Games finished, Cincinnati eyes next major event

With World Choir Games finished, Cincinnati eyes next major event. The 2012 World Choir Games exceeded all expectations, and city officials are being praised for their ability to execute the international event flawlessly. With the two-week event now over, Cincinnati leaders are eyeing what might be the next major event for the Queen City. More [...] . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: With World Choir Games finished, Cincinnati eyes next major event

UrbanCincy: OTR Flags installation aims to unite inner-city neighborhood through art

OTR Flags is the first programmed event at the newly renovated Washington Park. The project is more than just an art installation, however, as it aims to bridge the divide between the old and new residents in Over-the-Rhine. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: OTR Flags installation aims to unite inner-city neighborhood through art

Cincinnati Blog: CincyFringe Kickoff Party Tonight!!!!!!!!

Head out TONIGHT to the 2012 CityBeat Fringe Kick-Off Party! Doors open at 7PM at the Know Theatre (Fringe HQ) located at 1120 Jackson Street in OTR.  Fun will include a show by The Dukes Are Dead as well as the premier of Channel Fringe Ha… . . . → Read More: Cincinnati Blog: CincyFringe Kickoff Party Tonight!!!!!!!!

Cincinnati Blog: World Choir Games Song

Not my personal taste, but what do you think? Some more previews of the games: . . . → Read More: Cincinnati Blog: World Choir Games Song

Cincinnati Blog: CincyFringe Buzz: Four Humors Returns With Bombus and Berrylinne

The gang from Minneapolis are returning to the Cincinnati Fringe Festival this year with Bombus and Berrylinne, or the Bumblebee and the Hummingbird. This will, if nothing else, compete for one of the longest titles of a CincyFringe performance ever…. . . . → Read More: Cincinnati Blog: CincyFringe Buzz: Four Humors Returns With Bombus and Berrylinne

UrbanCincy: Cincinnati’s urban growth being fueled by young entreprenuers

Cincinnati Growing Cincinnati is a six-and-a-half minute video that breaks down some of these individuals, but also identifies the start-up infrastructure in place that is helping foster their growth and jump start other new ideas with the help of seed money and support networks. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Cincinnati’s urban growth being fueled by young entreprenuers

UrbanCincy: Clock is ticking on Music Hall renovation deal

Clock is ticking on Music Hall renovation deal. The group tasked with overseeing the massive renovation of Music Hall has said that the time to act is now. Meanwhile, prominent arts philanthropists have said that they not only want to see the City of Cincinnati contribute $10 million to the project, but also give up [...] . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Clock is ticking on Music Hall renovation deal

UrbanCincy: Ensemble Theatre debuts new brand design, recommits to $6.5M capital campaign

Leadership at the Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati announced a renewed commitment to its $6.5 million Next Stage Capital Campaign on Monday. The announcement was coordinated with the debut of a new website and brand design intended to reaffirm the institution’s position within Over-the-Rhine. . . . → Read More: UrbanCincy: Ensemble Theatre debuts new brand design, recommits to $6.5M capital campaign

Cincinnati Blog: Rich Patrons Don’t Rule the World, Even the Arts World

Reading this article from the Enquirer on a ‘protest’ at the Cincinnati Art Museum, I come up with many points lost in the article and on the people protesting: This article would not have been written if someone with pull hadn’t tipped off the Enqui… . . . → Read More: Cincinnati Blog: Rich Patrons Don’t Rule the World, Even the Arts World

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