BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Closing The Health Gap - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Closing The Health Gap
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Closing The Health Gap
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T163250Z
CREATED:20260824T163244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T163250Z
UID:1064-1787569200-1787590800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Blood Donors Needed
DESCRIPTION:Donate blood for a chance to win a 4-pack of tickets to see the Cincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers on September 4\, plus a post- game concert and Fireworks Friday! Multiple winners will be selected and notified a few days after the blood drive. \nFor an appointment\, please visit RedCrossBlood.org (keyword: bethel) OR call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/blood-donors-needed/
LOCATION:Cincinnati Public Library Deer Park\, 4020 E. Galbraith Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026_Blood-Drive_8-24.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T162632Z
CREATED:20260824T162632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T162632Z
UID:1060-1787396400-1787410800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Unveiling & Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of fun! \n\nLive music & entertainment\nDelicious food & sweet treats\nGames\, bouncy house & kids’ activities\nLocal vendors & community resources
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-memorial-unveiling-community-celebration/
LOCATION:3100 Reading Rd.\, 3100 Reading Rd.\, Cincinnati\, Ohio\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026_Community-Celebration_8-22.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260813T152305Z
CREATED:20260813T144137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T152305Z
UID:1043-1786809600-1786820400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Antwan's Stop the Violence Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Aug. 15\, 4-7 pm\nWade Park • West End\n1543 John St.\, Cincinnati\, OH 45214 \nFree Haircuts\nGuest Speakers\nDJ & Line Dancing\nFree Games\nFree Food\nFace Painting\nFree Back-to-School Essentials\n3X3 Basketball Tournament with Prizes (Ages 18 +) \n 
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/antwans-stop-the-violence-community-event/
LOCATION:Wade Park\, 1543 John St.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026_Stop-Violence_8-15.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260807T194459Z
CREATED:20260807T194040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T194459Z
UID:1035-1786194000-1786201200@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Organize! Your Voice. Your Vote. Your Power.
DESCRIPTION:This is a call to Action: To Reclaim our Voices\, to Honor the Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act\, to Tell Legislators What Matters to Us. We Can Do It with You\, among Numerous Partners\, Helping Low-Propensity Neighbors to Register to Vote before the Nov. 3 General Election. \nSaturday\, Aug. 8\n1-3 p.m.  \nJoin the League of Women Voters\, the Urban League of Greater SW Ohio and the Cincinnati NAACP in a community kickoff at the Holloman Center for Social Justice\, 3539 Reading Rd.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/organize-your-voice-your-vote-your-power/
LOCATION:Holloman Center for Social Justice\, 3539 Reading Road\, Suite 100\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026_Vote-Power_8-7.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T230000
DTSTAMP:20260619T163340Z
CREATED:20260619T163215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T163340Z
UID:964-1784142000-1784156400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Ritmo de Verano Fashion Show Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come support the Latino Fashion Students of UC DAAP in a showcase of their summer pieces\, followed by music and dancing. \n07/15/2026\nat Cincinnati Shakespeare Company\n7:00-9:00pm FASHION SHOW\n9:00-11:00pm SALSA SOCIAL
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/ritmo-de-verano-fashion-show-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Cincinnati Shakespeare Company\, 1195 Elm Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_Fashion-Show-Fundraiser_7-15.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260710T202157Z
CREATED:20260710T202157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T202157Z
UID:987-1783863000-1783870200@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride: Joy & Choice
DESCRIPTION:Join Independence Alliance and the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library for Disability Pride: Joy & Choice at the Downtown Main Library\, 2 North Co-Working Space. Disability Pride Month is about claiming our rights to joy and independent choices in life. Join us for a resource fair and connect with numerous community organizations\, learn more about your rights to vote and access to voting\, and enjoy a dance party celebration! Click here to learn more.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/disability-pride-joy-choice/
LOCATION:Cincinnati and Hamilton County Library Main Branch\, 800 Vine St.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026_Disability_7-10.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T161659Z
CREATED:20260619T161659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T161659Z
UID:961-1781960400-1781964000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Black Men’s Support Group at PsychWorks Clinic Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Tomorrow marks two years of creating a confidential and supportive space for Black men to gather in fellowship\, brotherhood\, healing\, and community. This anniversary meeting is a great opportunity for men who have attended before to return\, and for men who may be considering the group for the first time to join. Refreshments will be served. \nBlack Men’s Support Group — Two-Year Anniversary Meeting\nSaturday\, June 20 at 1:00 PM\nLocation: PsychWorks Clinic\, 4222 Hamilton Ave. in Cincinnati (45223)\nCost: $40 per session (insurance and scholarships are available) \nTo register or learn more\, click here or call PsychWorks Clinic at 513-549-0646.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/black-mens-support-group-at-psychworks-clinic-celebrates-two-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:PsychWorks Clinic\, 4222 Hamilton Ave.\, Cincinnati\, 45223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_Black-Mens-Group_6-20.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T160621Z
CREATED:20260612T160621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T160621Z
UID:953-1781613000-1781616600@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Weathering Change Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Impact of Climate Change on the Health of Marginalized Populations\nVIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE KETTERING LAB COMPLEX – ROOM G17 \nRENEE MAHAFFEY HARRIS\, MPH\nPresident and CEO\nCenter for Closing the Health Gap \nClick here to register >>
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/weathering-change-seminar-series/
LOCATION:CARE/Crawley Building (MSB)\, 3235 Eden Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_Climate-Change_6-16.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260130T222217Z
CREATED:20260130T221925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222217Z
UID:679-1777111200-1777136400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:2026 We Must Save Us Health Expo
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\nSaturday\, April 25\n10 a.m.- 5 p.m.\nWashington Park\n1230 Elm St.\nCincinnati\, ОН 45202
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/2026-we-must-save-us-health-expo/
LOCATION:Washington Park\, 1230 Elm Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Health-Expo_Save-the-Date_1-30-26.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T120000
DTSTAMP:20260327T183151Z
CREATED:20260327T183151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T183151Z
UID:784-1775901600-1775908800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Free Dementia Education Event
DESCRIPTION:Black Americans are twice as likely as older Whites to have Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. JOIN US and learn practical brain health tips to improve your chances of warding off cognitive decline. \nJoin us for breakfast and learning! Click here to register.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/free-dementia-education-event/
LOCATION:Lincoln Heights Missionary Baptist Church\, 9991 Wayne Avenue\, Woodlawn\, 45215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026_Dementia-Event.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260327T180053Z
CREATED:20260327T180033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T180053Z
UID:780-1775584800-1775592000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Save the Children
DESCRIPTION:Children are trafficked every day. Learn from Destiny Rescue how you can have an increased awareness of exploitation & trafficking. You can make a difference! \nClick here to register. Registration is required.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/save-the-children/
LOCATION:Cincinnati Public Library Deer Park\, 4020 E. Galbraith Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Save-the-Children_2026.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T150500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174208Z
CREATED:20260403T174120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T174208Z
UID:823-1775315100-1775318400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Dunk Contest
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about this event and others happening before and after it at the CPS All-Star Showcase! Click here for the full schedule.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/dunk-contest/
LOCATION:University of Cincinnati Fifth Third Arena\, 2700 Bearcats Way\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026_Dunk_4-4.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260219T180615Z
CREATED:20260206T211050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T180615Z
UID:701-1773169200-1773176400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Gina Belafonte: Arts and Activism
DESCRIPTION:Social justice leader and change-maker\, Gina Belafonte has spent her life at the intersection of arts and activism. She is a visionary\, drawing on a powerful legacy and building community to focus on the most pressing issues of our time. As Co-Founder and Executive Director of Sankofa\, she embodies her father Harry Belafonte’s work to educate\, motivate\, and activate artists and allies in service of grassroots movements and equitable change. She works to elevate the voices of the disenfranchised and promote peace\, justice\, and equality\, as well as cultural and civic engagement. \nClick here for tickets and more information.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/gina-belafonte-arts-and-activism/
LOCATION:Memorial Hall\, 1225 Elm Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026_Womans-City-Club_Gina-Belafonte.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260206T211303Z
CREATED:20260206T201218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T211303Z
UID:698-1772978400-1772985600@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:International Women's Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in song\, reflection\, and a panel discussion featuring women leaders as we reflect on the ways spirituality inspires social action. \nClick here to leran more.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/international-womens-day/
LOCATION:Grailville\, 931 O'Bannonville Rd\, Loveland\, OH\, 45140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-International-Womens-Day.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20251110T192437Z
CREATED:20250909T163226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T192437Z
UID:425-1772236800-1772323199@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Heart Failure Symposium
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY – February 28\, 2026\nThe Savannah Center\n5533 Chappell Crossing Blvd\,\nWest Chester Township\, OH 45069 \nPROGRAM CO-DIRECTORS:\nRob Dowling\, MD\, PhD (hon)\nSurgical Director\, Cardiac Transplantation\nDirector\, Research in Mechanical Circulatory Support & Cardiac\nReplacement\nGregory Egnaczyk\, MD\nMedical Director of Advanced Heart Failure& LVAD Program \nFOR QUESTIONS CONTACT:\nDarlene Rock\, MBA\, BSN\, RN\nDirector of Research Education & Training\n513-585-1766\nDarlene.Rock@TheChristHospital.com
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/heart-failure-symposium/
LOCATION:The Savannah Center\, 5533 Chappell Crossing Blvd.\, West Chester\, OH\, 45069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2nd-Annual-Heart-Failure-Symposium_2-28-26.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251028T030044Z
CREATED:20251028T030044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T030044Z
UID:491-1765620000-1765641600@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Halle-Bration 2025: Citywide Holiday Celebration and Gift Mall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 13th annual Halle-Bration Citywide Holiday Celebration and Gift Mall December 12-13. We will have local Black-owned business and services\, along with presentations from sponsors on health and wealth support service. \nCall (513) 961-4817 for more information \nClick here to learn more!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/halle-bration-2025-citywide-holiday-celebration-and-gift-mall-2/
LOCATION:New Vision UMC\, 4400 Reading Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Halle-Bration_Feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20251028T025816Z
CREATED:20251028T025816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T025816Z
UID:488-1765555200-1765569600@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Halle-Bration 2025: Citywide Holiday Celebration and Gift Mall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 13th annual Halle-Bration Citywide Holiday Celebration and Gift Mall December 12-13. We will have local Black-owned business and services\, along with presentations from sponsors on health and wealth support service. \nCall (513) 961-4817 for more information \nClick here to learn more!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/halle-bration-2025-citywide-holiday-celebration-and-gift-mall/
LOCATION:New Vision UMC\, 4400 Reading Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Halle-Bration_Feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20251031T185616Z
CREATED:20251010T003820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T185616Z
UID:464-1762592400-1762606800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Unwrap Your Joy With Dr. Shomo
DESCRIPTION:“Unwrap Your Joy” is a special event hosted by Dr. Anisa Shomo that aims to help you reconnect with the people\, places and things that bring you joy. We will start the session with a discussion about trauma responses that can cause a disconnect from joy. Later\, we will work our way toward rediscovering our joy and a newer version of ourselves. \nOPEN TO ADULTS OF ALL AGES \nRegister Now >
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/unwrap-your-joy-with-dr-shomo/
LOCATION:UC Health Business Center – South\, PRIIDE Room\, 3200 Burnett Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Shomo_10-25.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20251105T165939Z
CREATED:20251031T185058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T165939Z
UID:497-1762452000-1762457400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Eating\, Reimagined: Nutrition Train the Trainer Holiday Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Love your holiday favorites but not the guilt? Our nutrition training and healthy cooking workshop is here to show you the way! Discover how to indulge in your cherished holiday meals in a healthier manner. This class is your secret ingredient to a healthier holiday season. Spots limited. \nThis interactive session combines nutrition education with practical cooking demonstrations to help participants maintain healthy eating habits during the holiday season while still enjoying traditional festivities. \n\nHoliday Nutrition Fundamentals\nHealthy Holiday Cooking Demonstrations\nPractical Application – Recipe modification workshop\nWrap-up and Resources\n\nREGISTER NOW >
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/holiday-eating-reimagined-nutrition-train-the-trainer-holiday-workshop/
LOCATION:UC Health Business Center – South\, PRIIDE Room\, 3200 Burnett Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/NTT-Holiday-Cooking-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20250902T211952Z
CREATED:20250902T211952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T211952Z
UID:409-1760778000-1760796000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Women's Health Day
DESCRIPTION:Center for Healing the Hurt Presents Women’s Mental Health Day\nSaturday\, October 18\n9AM-2PM\n4836 Ward Street\nCincinnati\, OH 45227 \nEvent highlights: Engaging panel discussions\, women’s mental health focus topics\, exciting swag bags\, fun line dancing\, and a delicious lunch. Topics include: \n\nParenting Today\nOvercoming Heartbreak\nManaging Depression\nAnxiety Techniques\n\nLimited seats available. Cost is $50 per ticket. For more information\, call (513) 550-8733 or email centerforhealingthehurt@gmail.com. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/womens-health-day/
LOCATION:New Life Temple\, 4836 Ward Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45227\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Womens-Mental-Health-Day_25.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20251010T010142Z
CREATED:20251010T010115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T010142Z
UID:469-1760776200-1760788800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Making Strides of Greater Cincinnati
DESCRIPTION:The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a celebration of courage and hope\, a movement uniting communities to end breast cancer as we know it\, for everyone. Our movement is the nation’s largest and most impactful breast cancer movement and raises funds for lifesaving breast cancer research and programs \nWHEN: Saturday\, October 18\, 2025\n8:30am 5k Run\n9:00am Walk \nWHERE: Yeatmans Cove\n705 E Pete Rose Way\, Cincinnati\, OH
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/making-strides-of-greater-cincinnati/
LOCATION:Yeatman’s Cove\, 705 E Pete Rose Way\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/American-Cancer-Society.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20250924T050832Z
CREATED:20250924T050428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T050832Z
UID:446-1760547600-1760554800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness Month Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:October 15 \,2025\n5-7 p.m.\nWoodlawn Rec Center\n10050 Woodlawn Blvd\nCincinnati\, OH 45215 \nRegistration fee is $25. Reserve a spot now! \nPower Self Defense Academy Domestic Violence Awareness Month Self-Defense Class\nCo-hosted by Black Women Cultivating Change and Power Academy
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/domestic-violence-awareness-month-self-defense-class/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Rec Center\, 10050 Woodlawn Blvd.\, Ohio\, 45215
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health,Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Domestic-Violence-Defense-Classes_2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20250924T045138Z
CREATED:20250924T045138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T045138Z
UID:443-1760187600-1760198400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Mt. Auburn Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:October 11\, 2025\n1 p.m.-4 p.m.\nInwood Park\n104 Wellington Place \n\nDino Buddies Reptile Encounter\, 1-3 p.m.\nPumpkins and Treats {while supplies last)\n\nSponsored by: \n\nMt. Auburn Community Council\nMt. Auburn Garden Initiative & Collaboration\nDo Right! Campaign
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/mt-auburn-fall-fest/
LOCATION:Inwood Park\, 104 Wellington Place\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Mt-Auburn_Fall-Fest-2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T150000
DTSTAMP:20250924T045232Z
CREATED:20250924T044135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T045232Z
UID:440-1759575600-1759590000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:The City of Forest Park Presents Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\n11 a.m.-3 p.m.\nCentral Park \n1201 W. Kemper Rd. \nFree Train Rides\nPetting Zoo\nKids Crafts & Games\nCostumes Encouraged\nFire & Police Programs \nVisit our food trucks and community vendors!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/the-city-of-forest-park-presents-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Central Park\, 1201 W. Kemper Rd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Harvest_2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T144500
DTSTAMP:20250902T220950Z
CREATED:20250902T220950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T220950Z
UID:413-1759568400-1759589100@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Reco Gunnels\, Sr. Memorial Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Give Life\, One Pint at a time for Peace in honor of Reco Gunnels\, Sr.\nSaturday\, October 4\, 2025 9 AM – 11:15 AM & 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM\nDonor bus parked at Cincinnati & Hamilton County Library – Forest Park Branch\n660 Northland Bivd.\, Cincinnati\, OH 45240 \nSchedule your lifesaving donation:\nCall: (513) 451-0910\nVisit: hoxworth.org/groups/peace\nEmail: Kelly Gunnels Valines at kelly362006@yahoo.com\nScan QR code to sign up! \nAll donors will receive Elly De La Cruz shirt! \nClick to Sign Up!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/7th-annual-reco-gunnels-sr-memorial-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Cincinnati and Hamilton County Library Forest Park Branch\, 660 Northland Blvd.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Hoxworth-7th-Annual-Reco-Gunnels_2025-Feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T170000
DTSTAMP:20250902T210401Z
CREATED:20250902T210107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T210401Z
UID:406-1759478400-1759510800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Women’s Cardiovascular Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 3\, 2025\nThe Summit Hotel\n5345 Medpace Way | Cincinnati\, OH 45227\nWith cardiovascular disease remaining the leading cause of death for women in the United States\, morbidity and mortality rates continue to rise despite medical advances and public health awareness campaigns. Persistent knowledge gaps in sex-specific risk factors and differences in clinical presentation often lead to delayed care. Even when women seek medical attention\, they are frequently misdiagnosed or undertreated. \nCLICK TO REGISTER \nTo address these alarming disparities\, The Women’s Heart Center at The Christ Hospital established the Women’s Cardiovascular Symposium\, offering continuing medical education for physicians and healthcare professionals managing cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women. This symposium focuses on advancing sex-specific risk assessments and evidence-based strategies to improve clinical outcomes and bridge the care gap for women with or at risk of CVD. As the only educational program in the Midwest focused on sex- and gender-specific cardiovascular differences\, it remains an essential resource for healthcare providers. \nThis year\, we are proud and excited to collaborate​ with Mass General Brigham\, further expanding the symposium’s impact and reinforcing our mission to transform women’s heart health. ​On behalf of The Christ Hospital and Mass General Brigham\, we invite you to join us for the 4th Annual Women’s Cardiovascular Symposium\, held on Friday\, October 3\, 2025\, in beautiful Cincinnati\, Ohio. We look forward to seeing you there!​ \n​​​​​​Learning Objectives: This symposium is designed to equip attendees with the ability to: \n\nApply best practices to elevate and manage cardiovascular diseases more prominent in women.\nArticulate the need for a multidisciplinary approach in the cardiovascular management of women.​​\nRecognize the importance of social determinants of health in the overall care of a patient.\nAssess medical and/or surgical treatment options for patients with heart failure.\nAccurately evaluate women presenting with chest pain.\nEvaluate challenges women face regarding management of weight\, lipids\, diabetes\, and menopause.\n\n​Inquiries\nSymposium inquiries can be directed to The Women’s Heart Center at WHC@TheChristHospital.com. \nCLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/4th-annual-womens-cardiovascular-symposium/
LOCATION:The Summit Hotel\, 5345 Medpace Way\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45227\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Christ-Womens-Cardio-Symposium-25.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20250905T170810Z
CREATED:20250905T165646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T170810Z
UID:420-1758963600-1758974400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Hope\, Health and Happiness with Dr. Shomo: Building a Legacy of Health and Happiness
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, SEPT. 27 | 9 A.M.-12 P.M.\nCenter For Closing the Health Gap Offices\nUC Health Business Center – South\, PRIDE Room \n“This workshop is inspired by the loss of my father and auntie at the beginning of 2025. When I reflected on their life and health struggles\, I considered how much I learned from their experiences. I also considered the generational lessons about hope\, health\, and happiness that have sustained many families. I wondered why there is not a space to share these lessons\, so I decided to create it.” — Dr. Shomo \nDr. Shomo will share a presentation about wisdom learned from her ancestors that has helped her lead a happier\, healthier life. \n\nDr. Shomo shares hope\, health and happiness lessons learned from her family\nGroup Discussion about health and happiness insights from our community\nGroup Exercise on building a personal legacy of health and happiness\n\nOpen to adults of all ages. Contact 513-585-9879 or closingthegap@thehealthgap.org with questions. \nClick Here to Register >
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/hope-health-and-happiness-with-dr-shomo-building-a-legacy-of-health-and-happiness/
LOCATION:UC Health Business Center – South\, PRIIDE Room\, 3200 Burnett Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health,Black Women's Health,Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Shomo_9-27.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T183000
DTSTAMP:20250902T212227Z
CREATED:20250808T204410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T212227Z
UID:372-1758382200-1758393000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Strong Men\, Strong Futures: A Night of Film\, Food and Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center for a film viewing followed by a dinner and panel discussion of the latest prostate cancer prevention and care. There will be two screenings of the event: \nThursday\, September 18\, 2025  |  5:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nProbasco Auditorium\n2839 Clifton Ave.\, Cincinnati\, OH 45220 \nSaturday\, September 20\, 2025  |  3:30 – 6:30 p.m.\nUnited Community Christian Church\n1710 Maryland Ave.\, Covington\, KY 41014 \nThe Black Walnut is an award-winning\, compelling and innovative docudrama designed to increase awareness of the alarming prostate cancer disparity impacting Black men. Featuring nine actual prostate cancer survivors\, a urologist and a medical oncologist in dramatic roles\, the film explores the myriad of barriers Black men encounter in securing healthcare. Black men are more likely to develop prostate cancer than white men and the film aims to encourage men to prioritize their health. \nAt this event\, participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nView The Black Walnut film and meet the writer and producer Terrance Afer-Anderson.\nConnect and have a discussion with a panel of local prostate-focused physicians and survivors who will provide suggestions on how to address some of the significant barriers and disparities the Black community faces regarding prostate cancer.\nReceive and have access to educational resources and free PSA screenings via blood draw.\n\nPlease register by clicking HERE.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/strong-men-strong-futures-a-night-of-film-food-and-fellowship-2/
LOCATION:United Community Christian Church\, 1710 Maryland Avenue\, Covington\, Kentucky\, 41014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health,Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/UC-Cancer-Center_2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20250902T212208Z
CREATED:20250808T203742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T212208Z
UID:369-1758216600-1758227400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Strong Men\, Strong Futures: A Night of Film\, Food and Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center for a film viewing followed by a dinner and panel discussion of the latest prostate cancer prevention and care. There will be two screenings of the event: \nThursday\, September 18\, 2025  |  5:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nProbasco Auditorium\n2839 Clifton Ave.\, Cincinnati\, OH 45220 \nSaturday\, September 20\, 2025  |  3:30 – 6:30 p.m.\nUnited Community Christian Church\n1710 Maryland Ave.\, Covington\, KY 41014 \nThe Black Walnut is an award-winning\, compelling and innovative docudrama designed to increase awareness of the alarming prostate cancer disparity impacting Black men. Featuring nine actual prostate cancer survivors\, a urologist and a medical oncologist in dramatic roles\, the film explores the myriad of barriers Black men encounter in securing healthcare. Black men are more likely to develop prostate cancer than white men and the film aims to encourage men to prioritize their health. \nAt this event\, participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nView The Black Walnut film and meet the writer and producer Terrance Afer-Anderson.\nConnect and have a discussion with a panel of local prostate-focused physicians and survivors who will provide suggestions on how to address some of the significant barriers and disparities the Black community faces regarding prostate cancer.\nReceive and have access to educational resources and free PSA screenings via blood draw.\n\nPlease register by clicking HERE.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/strong-men-strong-futures-a-night-of-film-food-and-fellowship/
LOCATION:Probasco Auditorium\, 2839 Clifton Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health,Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/UC-Cancer-Center_2025.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T143000
DTSTAMP:20250902T205102Z
CREATED:20250902T205102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T205102Z
UID:402-1757408400-1757428200@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Taft Lecture Series Welcomes Howard W. French
DESCRIPTION:Christ Church Cathedral\nWednesday\, September 17\, 2025\nLecture: 7 – 8 PM\nBook Signing: 8 – 8:30 PM\nLectures are always FREE to the public\, but space is limited. Registration/tickets are required. Register and get tickets at cincinnaticathedral.com/events \nHoward W. French is a professor at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. He is also a former foreign correspondent and senior writer for The New York Times\, having worked as a bureau chief in China\, Japan\, West and Central Africa\, and Central America and the Caribbean. \nDuring the talk\, he will draw from his two most recent books\, Born in Blackness: Africa\, Africans\, and the Making of the Modern World\, 1471 to the Second World War (2021)\, and The Second Emancipation: Nkrumah\, Pan-Africanism\, and Global Blackness at High Tide (2025). Books will be available to purchase on-site for the book signing. \nFunded by The Charles P. and Eleanor Taft Memorial Fund\, the Taft Lecture Series features provocative thinkers\, writers\, teachers\, theologians\, social justice activists\, and leaders in the fields of religion\, social science\, the arts\, politics\, and more. This fall\, we welcome Howard W. French to share his wisdom with us.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/taft-lecture-series-welcomes-howard-w-french/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati\, 1000 Broadway Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://closingthehealthgap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Taft-Howard-French.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR