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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
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SUMMARY:All About Women 10th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:All About Women is a premier forum designed to empower and inspire women of all ethnicities\, ages\, and occupations to be braver\, dream bigger\, and rise higher in their personal lives\, careers\, and communities. \nFeaturing Lalah Hathaway\, a five-time Grammy Award-winning artist\, singer\, songwriter\, and producer. \n \nClick here for more information and to purchase tickets.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/all-about-women-10th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati\, 1000 Broadway Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T090000
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SUMMARY:Walk With Us in the Nissan Presents the Black Family Reunion Parade
DESCRIPTION:The countdown is on for the Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion weekend happening August 14-17! We’d love for you to join us for one of the most exciting events of the weekend\, The Black Family Reunion Parade on Saturday\, August 16. It will be led by Hamilton County Commissioner Alicia Reece as the Grand Marshal. \nSIGN UP TO JOIN THE PARADE \nWe’re assembling a group of marchers to represent our organization and celebrate the joy\, unity\, and culture of our community. Whether you’ve attended one of our past events or supported us in other ways\, this is your chance to be part of the fun. \nBranded shirts will be provided for all participants! Make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes and plenty of energy. Let’s make this year’s parade unforgettable — together! \nSaturday\, August 16\, 2025\nLineup begins at 9AM at the Sawyer Point Building\nParade begins at 11AM \nSIGN UP TO JOIN THE PARADE
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/walk-with-us-in-the-nissan-presents-the-black-family-reunion-parade/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T070000
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SUMMARY:The Queen City 5k
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for Queen City 5K! This year’s event will take place on July 26\, 2025 at 1 Paul Brown Stadium\, Cincinnati\, OH 45202\, and we can’t wait to see you there! \nWhether you’re an experienced runner or just starting out\, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself\, meet new people\, and have fun! We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/the-queen-city-5k/
LOCATION:1 Paul Brown Stadium\, Cincinnati\, OH 45202\, 1 Paul Brown Stadium\, Cincinnati\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
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SUMMARY:Brother\, Let's Talk: A Conversation About Black Men's Health
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 28\n9am-Noon\nHolloman Center for Social Justice\n3539 Reading Road\, Suite 100\nCincinnati\, OH 45229 \nHear from trusted local doctors about the health issues that matter most in our community. Bring your questions. Bring your stories. Learn strategies to protect your health and the ones you love. Register By Thursday\, June 26 at bit.ly/HG_BLT!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/brother-lets-talk-a-conversation-about-black-mens-health/
LOCATION:Holloman Center for Social Justice\, 3539 Reading Road\, Suite 100\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T200000
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SUMMARY:Calling All Closing the Health Gap Volunteers!
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of something bigger. Our Volunteer Kickoff and Orientation for Closing the Health Gap is your chance to contribute to the health and wellness of our communities. Every volunteer\, past\, present\, and future\, plays a crucial role. Let’s be the change together. \nMonday\, June 23 at 6:00pm at UC Health Business Center\nClick here to register! Questions? Call 513-585-9879.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/calling-all-closing-the-health-gap-volunteers/
LOCATION:UC Health Business Center\, 3200 Burnett Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T080000
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SUMMARY:The 2025 Think Tank on Equity & Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 2025 Think Tank on Equity & Inclusion with Special Guest Dr. Uche Blackstock\, Founder & CEO of Advancing Health Equity and author of “Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine.” Register at theabercrumbiegroup.com/thinktank. \nHard Rock Casino Cincinnati\nWednesday\, June 18\n8am-3pm
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/the-2025-think-tank-on-equity-inclusion/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati\, 1000 Broadway Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T093000
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SUMMARY:MENtality Day
DESCRIPTION:Topics will include:\n\nFatherhood\nFinancial matters\nGun violence\nNew operating systems\n\nRegister Today! Call 513-550-8733 or email CenterForHealingTheHurt@gmail.com.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/mentality-day/
LOCATION:Bain Center\, 4836 Ward St.\, Cincinnati\, 45227\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T193000
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SUMMARY:International Freedom Conductor Awards
DESCRIPTION:An evening of live music and the march toward freedom. \nEnjoy an evening of live entertainment\, stirring speeches\, and a powerful call to action as the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center honors four heroes with its highest honor – the International Freedom Conductor Award. Plus\, enjoy multiple live music performances from the Cincinnati Opera\, Adrian Dunn and his own Adrian Dunn Singers\, as well as Mali Music. \nThis year\, the Freedom Center will honor: \n\nOpal Lee\, the Grandmother of Juneteenth\nToni Morrison\, Pulitzer Prize- and Nobel Prize-winning author of The Bluest Eye and Beloved\nLonnie G. Bunch III\, founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture and first African American Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution\nIsabel Wilkerson\, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling-author of The Warmth of Other Suns and Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents\n\nEnjoy live performances from: \n\nThe Cincinnati Opera\, North America’s second oldest opera company\nAdrian Dunn\, critically acclaimed singer\, composer and conductor\, with his 12-person Adrian Dunn Singers\nMali Music\, award-winning singer-songwriter and producer renowned for his gospel hip-hop sound\n\nMay 24 | 7:30 p.m.\nAronoff Center\nProctor & Gamble Hall \nTickets on Sale Now. Click here >>
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/international-freedom-conductor-awards/
LOCATION:Aronoff Center\, 650 Walnut Street\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T210000
DTSTAMP:20250425T184233Z
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UID:230-1746122400-1746133200@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Live Wellness Experience: May the Joy Be With You
DESCRIPTION:Health is Love and NJoy Life Join Forces to Present:\nMay the Joy Be With You\nWellness Event + Book Launch + Live Podcast \nReal talk\, real healing\, real force—celebrate the launch of the NJoyNAL and Health is Love at a live wellness experience where joy leads the way.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/live-wellness-experience-may-the-joy-be-with-you/
LOCATION:Blush the Event Loft\, 815 Race St.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T200000
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SUMMARY:The Color of Medicine Documentary
DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Black Legislative Caucus Foundation in Partnership With Closing the Health Gap\, Community Action Agency\, & Village of Healing Presents The Color of Medicine Documentary\nApril 28\, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PMDoors Open at 4:30 PMMovie Runtime: 90 Minutes \nShort Fireside Chat to Follow Featuring:\nDr. Holly Jones (President\, Black Nurses Association)\,\nDr. Karen Bankston\,\nShayla L. Davis (President/CEO\, OBLCF)\,\nSenator Catherine Ingram\, and Vice Mayor Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney \nModerated By: Lacey Roberts
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/the-color-of-medicine-documentary/
LOCATION:Holloman Center for Social Justice\, 3539 Reading Road\, Suite 100\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health,Black Women's Health,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T180000
DTSTAMP:20250425T183759Z
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UID:227-1745679600-1745690400@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Quilt Artist Deborah Rhodes: Gallery Talk & Hands-On Sewing Activity
DESCRIPTION:Village of Woodlawn Parks and Recreation Presents Gallery Talk & Hands-On Sewing Activity\nSaturday April 26\, 2025 \n3-6pm \nFree event with light refreshments.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/quilt-artist-deborah-rhodes-gallery-talk-hands-on-sewing-activity/
LOCATION:Village Green Gallery\, 10050 Woodlawn Blvd.\, Woodlawn\, OH\, 45215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20250311T000556Z
CREATED:20250311T000315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T000556Z
UID:141-1743465540-1751112000@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Diabetes Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Will You Access the Diabetes Challenge?\nThe Center for Closing the Health Gap invites you to register for our upcoming Diabetes Challenge\, a 12-week diabetes management program. If selected for the program\, you will have two weekly sessions with a personal trainer\, one weekly session with a nutritionist and life coach\, and one weekly yoga class\, all free of charge. Your attendance and commitment to the challenge will earn you points\, resulting in challenge winners who will receive cash prizes at the end of the program. Note that your attendance is essential and mandatory to being eligible to win. Please review the following dates to ensure that you are available to participate: \nImportant Dates \n\nMarch 31: Diabetes Challenge Launch Event & Health Screening\nApril 7 – June 27: Diabetes Challenge (four days a week\, no weekend sessions)\nJune 28: Diabetes Challenge Graduation\n\nClick here to get started!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/diabetes-challenge-03-2025/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T140000
DTSTAMP:20250211T043211Z
CREATED:20250211T042830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T043211Z
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Wellness for Black Men & Boys
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a day of health and wellness activities for Black men and boys of all ages!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/intergenerational-wellness-for-black-men-boys/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown\, 2145 Dana Ave.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Men's Health,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T193000
DTSTAMP:20250227T190234Z
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UID:99-1741800600-1741807800@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Cincinnati City Council Budget Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Let Your Voice Be Heard \nThe Cincinnati City Council budget planning meeting will include discussing continued funding for Closing the Health Gap. Attend to share how it has impacted your life.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/cincinnati-city-council-budget-planning-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Evanston Recreation Center\, 3204 Woodburn Ave.\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T133000
DTSTAMP:20250211T043844Z
CREATED:20250211T043844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T043844Z
UID:71-1741431600-1741440600@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Pause & Replenish: A Whole Body Wellness Event for National Women's and Girl's HIV Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:IV-CHARIS and Black Women Cultivating Change are teaming up to present an unforgettable opportunity for women and girls!
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/pause-replenish-a-whole-body-wellness-event-for-national-womens-and-girls-hiv-awareness-day/
LOCATION:United Way of Greater Cincinnati\, 2400 Reading Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women's Health,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T193000
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CREATED:20250227T184459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190211Z
UID:96-1741023000-1741030200@closingthehealthgap.org
SUMMARY:Cincinnati City Council Budget Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Let Your Voice Be Heard \nThe Cincinnati City Council budget planning meeting will include discussing continued funding for Closing the Health Gap. Attend to share how it has impacted your life.
URL:https://closingthehealthgap.org/event/cincinnati-city-council-budget-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:Dunham Recreation Center\, 4356 Dunham Ln\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45238\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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