Upcoming events.
ACT Prep Opportunity
Preparing for the ACT is a key step in a student’s academic journey, and having the right support can make all the difference.
This ACT Prep opportunity is designed to help students strengthen their skills in English, Math, Reading, and Science while building confidence through targeted strategies and practice. Participants will gain valuable test-taking techniques and exposure to real ACT-style questions to help improve their performance.
Students and families are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to invest in future success.
Additional Information:
📧 Contact: larry@hodge-edu.com
Children’s College Savings Account Enrollment Event
Give your child a head start on their future! Families in Cincinnati with children ages 3–5 are invited to enroll in the Children’s College Savings Account Program — an amazing opportunity to begin building a college fund early.
When you enroll, your child will receive $153 to jumpstart their savings — that’s $100 from the City of Cincinnati and $53 from Fifth Third Bank — plus a $25 Kroger gift card just for participating. Families can also complete simple tasks to earn up to $400 in additional incentives!
Stop by our drop-in enrollment event to get started, ask questions, and walk away with your account funded.
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 29
⏰ Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Fifth Third Bank – Avondale Business Center
3539 Reading Rd, Suite 104, Cincinnati, OH 45229
Don’t miss this chance to invest in your child’s future—starting today.
For questions, contact: collegesavings@uwgc.org
SO-ACT & Avondale Youth Council Send-Off Celebration
Join us for a special community send-off as we celebrate the Avondale Youth Council (AYC) in partnership with SO-ACT before their upcoming trip to New York City. This gathering is an opportunity for the community to come together, show support, and uplift our youth as they prepare for an exciting and educational experience.
The morning will include light breakfast, music, photo opportunities, and a chance to connect with families, supporters, and community leaders. Let’s send our youth off with love, encouragement, and positive energy.
Event Details:
📍 Location: 3635 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45229
🗓 Date: Thursday, April 30
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Community Cleanup in Avondale | Volunteers Welcome!
Join the Mattie Legacy Project for a powerful morning of community action as we come together to clean and uplift Avondale. Inspired by the legacy of Mattie Bell Kinney, this neighborhood cleanup is about more than picking up litter — it’s about pride, unity, and showing love to the spaces we call home.
Whether you’re coming solo, with friends, or bringing the family, all are welcome to be a part of this meaningful experience. Let’s work together to create a cleaner, stronger Avondale — one block at a time.
📅 Date: Saturday, May 2
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Meet-Up Location: Avondale Town Center
(Saturday Morning Vibes Cereal Bar)
3539 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH
Route: Along Forest Ave. toward the Boys & Girls Club and back
Provided: Gloves, trash bags, bottled water, and light snacks
Scan the QR code to sign up and secure your spot!
Let’s clean up Avondale — together.
For3ver16 Mental Wellness Event
The For3ver16 Mental Wellness Event is a community-centered experience focused on promoting mental health awareness, connection, and positive engagement through activity and fun.
This family-friendly event will feature a 3v3 basketball tournament, music, raffle giveaways, and activities for all ages including a bounce house and community engagement stations. Teams are encouraged to register and compete for a cash prize, while attendees can enjoy a day dedicated to wellness and unity.
Whether you're participating or simply coming out to support, this event is about creating space for healing, awareness, and community strength.
Event Details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, May 16
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: (Add location if needed)
📞 Registration/Info: 513-205-3789
Ex to Excellence Workshop
All ages .. Everyone please come out in at 10:00 April 18th 2026 @Zola's
11am to 3pm
let's make change in our community
We all have a testimony ........
Statement for "EX to Excellence"
Our mission at the "EX to Excellence" event is to build and empoMissionwer REENTRY individuals REDUCE RECIDIVISM while educating families on the vital importance of mental wellness, mentorship, and job opportunities. We aim to create a supportive environment where ex-felons share their powerful testimonies of resilience and transformation, highlighting their journeys from adversity to becoming pillars of entrepreneurship and family-oriented structures within the community. By fostering connections and providing resources, we aspire to inspire hope, cultivate personal growth, and promote a brighter future for all participants.
Resources will be on site so no one will have an EXCUSE not to be EXCELLENCE.
859-803-0577
The Yard: HBCU Send-Off
The HBCU Send-Off is a community celebration honoring Cincinnati students who are heading to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The event brings together families, HBCU alumni, organizations, and community partners to celebrate students and prepare them for their college journey. Students receive HBCU-bound hampers, resources, and encouragement as the community sends them off with pride and support.
Thrive Avondale Festival
The Thrive Avondale Festival is a vibrant community event designed to bring residents together for a day of connection, wellness, and celebration.
Attendees will enjoy free food, access to health and wellness resources, live music, and opportunities to engage with local organizations serving the Avondale community. This event is focused on supporting healthy lifestyles, sharing valuable resources, and strengthening community bonds.
Bring your family and friends and experience a day dedicated to uplifting and empowering Avondale.
Event Details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: South Avondale School, 636 Prospect Place, Cincinnati, OH 45229
College Decision Day – Free Professional Photoshoot
Join HBCU Literacy Hub for a special celebration honoring high school seniors who have officially committed to attending an HBCU in Fall 2026!
This event is designed to recognize your hard work, dedication, and next chapter with a FREE professional photoshoot to capture this milestone moment. Come dressed to impress and represent your future school with pride as we celebrate your journey to higher education.
📍 Location: South Avondale School – HBCU Literacy Hub Walkway
3470 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229
🗓 Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Who Can Attend:
This experience is exclusively for high school seniors who have committed to attending an HBCU in Fall 2026.
📌 Important: Registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot.
Let’s celebrate your decision, your future, and your legacy—this is your moment!
A.H. Johnson Community Garden Dedication
Join us as we come together to celebrate growth, community, and legacy at the official dedication of the A.H. Johnson Community Garden.
This special event will honor the vision and hard work behind creating a space that brings people together through nature, wellness, and shared purpose. Guests will enjoy an afternoon of connection, recognition, and celebration in one of our community’s newest green spaces.
🌿 Event Highlights Include:
• Official unveiling of the garden sign
• Recognition of Civic Garden Center officials
• Community cookout and fellowship
📍 Location: MLK Park
3740 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229
🗓 Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
☔ Rain Date: April 25 at 1:00 PM
Bring your family, your friends, and your community spirit as we plant the seeds for something lasting and meaningful
Healing Vigil
Join us for a Healing Vigil as we create space for reflection, connection, and community support. Through music, poetry, and shared experiences, we honor healing in all its forms.
This is a family-friendly gathering open to all—because no one should have to heal alone.
Rockdale Academy HBCU Literacy Hub Community Clean-Up Day
Join Brown Hands Literacy for a day of service, connection, and community pride at the Rockdale Academy HBCU Literacy Hub!
This hands-on event is all about coming together to create a cleaner, more beautiful outdoor space while learning how you can stay involved in uplifting our youth and community year-round.
🌼 What to Expect:
• Spring cleaning and beautifying the outdoor space
• Opportunities to connect and get involved with the HBCU Literacy Hub
• A chance to give back and make a visible impact in the community
📍 Location: Rockdale Academy
335 Rockdale Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229
🗓 Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📌 Registration is encouraged — scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up.
Come ready to work, connect, and pour into the community. Every small action helps build something bigger 🌿💛
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us this Saturday for a day of fun, family, and resources right here in Avondale! 🐣💚
The Avondale Community Council is proud to support the Easter Egg Hunt & Healthy Resource Fair — bringing our community together with food, games, prizes, and valuable resources.
Let’s show up, connect, and celebrate together!
📍 Hirsch Rec Center
🕚 11AM–2PM
Youth & Family Sunday
Join Rose Chapel Community Church for a powerful and uplifting Youth & Family Sunday experience designed to celebrate faith, fellowship, and the next generation.
This special service brings families together in worship, encouragement, and community connection. Youth will take part in the service, creating a meaningful and engaging atmosphere for all ages. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or young person looking for a place to grow spiritually, this Sunday is for you.
Come expecting dynamic praise, a timely word, and a welcoming environment where families grow stronger together.
Caregiver Lunch & Learn
Caring for others starts with caring for yourself.
The Health and Wellness Ministry of Peace Baptist Church invites you to a special Caregiver Lunch & Learn designed to support and empower caregivers in our community.
This informative and encouraging session will provide practical tools, resources, and education for individuals caring for aging parents, loved ones, or family members with health needs. Enjoy a complimentary lunch while gaining valuable knowledge, connecting with others who understand your journey, and learning about local support services available to you.
This event is ideal for family caregivers, church members, and anyone navigating the responsibilities of caring for others.
Everything Hamilton County:Celebrating the 513Relief Bus 300th Stop
Commissioner Alicia Reece invites you to Everything Hamilton County, a one-stop community resource event celebrating the 300th stop of the 513Relief Bus.
This impactful event brings over 60 county service providers together in one location to make essential services accessible and convenient for residents. Whether you need health screenings, assistance with birth certificates, employment opportunities, veteran services, or fresh produce, this event is designed to meet real community needs — all in one place.
The 513Relief Bus continues to connect residents directly to critical county resources, and this milestone celebration highlights the commitment to serving Hamilton County neighborhoods where they are.
Healthy Harvest Mobile Market Update for the Avondale Community
Starting February 2026, the Healthy Harvest Mobile Market is expanding to better serve Avondale by splitting into two new monthly locations. This change makes fresh, healthy food more accessible to more residents—while keeping the same trusted market experience.
The market will now rotate once per month at each location:
📍 Rockdale Academy
335 Rockdale Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229
First market: Wednesday, March 8, 1–3 PM
📍 Avondale Business Center
3635 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45229
First market: Wednesday, February 25, 1–3 PM
Residents can shop for fresh produce and healthy food options in a welcoming, community-centered environment.
For the full market schedule, visit healthyharvestmobilemarket.com.
Special thanks to our partners—Freestore Foodbank, The Community Builders, and Avondale Development Corporation—for helping make this expansion possible.
Cinema After Dark Black History Month Edition
Cinema After Dark: Black History Month Edition is an evening film experience presented by the Cincinnati African American Firefighter Association (CAFA) in partnership with SO-ACT. Join us for a powerful night of storytelling, reflection, and community as we screen the acclaimed film Judas and the Black Messiah.
This thought-provoking film explores the life and legacy of Chairman Fred Hampton and the complexities of leadership, resistance, and sacrifice within the Black freedom movement. Cinema After Dark creates space not just to watch—but to feel, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue.
📅 February 19, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 4017 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45229
Come for the film, stay for the conversation, and be part of a shared Black History Month experience that honors our past while inspiring critical thought and community connection.
For more information, visit www.cafafire.org and follow @CAFA_CINCY
Black History Month Movie Night
Flicks & Chill: Black History Month Edition is a community movie experience hosted by the Cincinnati African American Firefighter Association (CAFA) in partnership with SO-ACT. Join us for an afternoon of film, culture, and connection as we celebrate Black excellence and service through the powerful screening of Red Tails.
This special Black History Month gathering invites families, community members, and supporters to come together, relax, and reflect on the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen—trailblazers who broke barriers and made history in aviation and military service.
📅 February 16, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 4017 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45229
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, meaningful conversation, and a shared cultural experience that honors history while building community.
For more information, visit www.cafafire.org and follow @CAFA_CINCY
Sisters for Seniors Luncheon
Sisters for Seniors Luncheon is a special gathering designed to celebrate, uplift, and support seniors ages 65 and older. Join us for an afternoon of fellowship, encouragement, and connection at Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church.
This event will feature Tonia Reed Williams, Community Development Consultant, who will share valuable information about services and resources available for seniors. Attendees will enjoy great food, games, and meaningful conversation in a joyful, welcoming environment.
📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 1525 Lincoln Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206
Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. Jonathan Brown
Whether you attended our last luncheon or this will be your first, we invite you—and your friends, family, and loved ones—to come out and enjoy a wonderful afternoon filled with laughter, learning, and community.
Come out for senior services information, games, great food, and fun!
Job Fair – Explore Your Career Opportunities
Looking for your next opportunity? Join us for a community job fair connecting job seekers with major employers and training resources. Meet recruiters, explore career pathways, and enter to win raffle giveaways. Your future starts here!
Avondale Community Council General Body Meeting
Join us for the Avondale Community Council’s General Body Meeting, held every third Tuesday of the month. This meeting is open to residents, business owners, stakeholders, and anyone who cares about the future of Avondale.
General Body Meetings are a space to stay informed on what’s happening in the neighborhood, hear updates from community leaders, share concerns, ask questions, and learn how to get involved in local initiatives, committees, and events. Whether you’re new to Avondale or have been here for years, your voice matters.
📍 Location: Holloman Center for Social Justice, 3539 Reading Road
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📅 When: Every 3rd Tuesday
Come be part of the conversation and help shape the future of Avondale.
Avondale Youth Council Entrepreneur Pitch Night
You’re invited to come out and support our youth at the Avondale Youth Council (AYC) Entrepreneur Pitch Night—the finale of our six-week Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy Program!
Over the past six weeks, AYC youth have been learning what it takes to start and run a business. They worked in teams, developed business ideas, and created real products to sell. Now it’s time for the community to show up and celebrate their hard work.
Event Details
📅 Friday, December 27
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Dealerz Club, 2145 Central Parkway
🍽 Light refreshments will be provided
Featured Youth Businesses
Come shop and support these youth-led businesses:
Midnight Wax (candles)
Peaceful Pours (tea)
Sugar Sweets (desserts)
Restockers (resale shop with high-quality donated items)
Each team will have a business station set up where guests can view and purchase products, and you’ll also get to watch the youth pitch their business for a grand prize.
Bring your friends, your family, and your Avondale pride—let’s support our youth entrepreneurs and keep these businesses growing into 2026!
Financial Literacy Workshop Series-Debt-Free December
Build your money confidence! In this workshop series, you will
learn the essentials of banking, understand how credit works,
and discover smart strategies for managing debt.
Financial Literacy Workshop Series-Credit Clarity
Build your money confidence! In this workshop series, you will
learn the essentials of banking, understand how credit works,
and discover smart strategies for managing debt.
Financial Literacy Workshop Series- Banking on Brighter Future
Build your money confidence! In this workshop series, you will
learn the essentials of banking, understand how credit works,
and discover smart strategies for managing debt.
The Avondale Community Council is proud to support efforts that bring real resources directly into our neighborhoods.
CAA Mobile Pantries will be serving multiple locations across Cincinnati this April, providing access to fresh, healthy food for individuals and families in need.
This is what community looks like—showing up, sharing resources, and making sure no one is left behind.
Please take a moment to review the dates and locations, and share this with someone who may benefit.
Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project – Career Opportunities in Construction
Be part of one of the largest infrastructure projects in the country. The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project offers high-paying careers in the skilled trades and construction management, with strong wages, benefits, and long-term growth. Training resources and union pathways are available to help you get started.
Roots to Boots is a paid, hands-on workforce training program designed for young adults ready to build real skills and launch a career in the outdoors. This 12-week summer cohort offers participants the opportunity to earn $18 per hour while learning essential green infrastructure and land stewardship skills.
Participants will work 8 hours per week, gaining industry-recognized certifications and practical experience in areas such as OSHA 10 safety training, plant identification, chainsaw and tree care safety, tool maintenance, and green infrastructure basics.
The Summer 2026 cohort begins in June, and is open to Hamilton County residents ages 18–24. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn, work outdoors, and grow.
Spots are limited. Apply now to get paid to learn, build your resume, and take the first step toward a sustainable career.
Submit Your Avondale Event
We’re excited to help share what’s happening in Avondale! Free and community-open events are welcome to be featured on the Avondale Community Council website.
Please use the link below to submit your event details and flyer.
Allow up to 48 business hours for your event to be reviewed and posted. Events submitted on weekends will be processed on the next business day within the 48-hour timeframe.