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From an extensive list of local eateries offering carryout to an expert's advice on how to talk to your kids about a pandemic, here are a few quarantine reads to help get you through these uncertain times.
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Shared Harvest Foodbank Has Doubled Its Food Distribution in Response to COVID-19
In March, Shared Harvest Foodbank more than doubled the amount of food it distributed compared to 2019, which led to an increased need for volunteers.
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Salazar Restaurant Group Provides Solutions in This Time of Uncertainty
In partnership with Chef Edward Lee, Chef Jose Salazar launched the Restaurant Workers Relief Program to provide meals to unemployed workers.
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OTR Mask-Making Is Small-Batch Manufacturing at Its Best
Apparel designer Jessica Hemmer teamed up with Sew Valley to make masks for the Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition and senior care facilities.
Where in the World Is Frank Henson?
Cincinnati’s “father of bicycling” left three years ago with his wife, Mary, to meander in Central and South America, until the pandemic locked them down in an Ecuador beach town. They aren’t complaining.
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Greater Cincinnati Foundation Shares How COVID-19 Has Exacerbated Existing Inequities
From housing to healthcare, Greater Cincinnati Foundation examines how existing broken systems were made worse due to COVID-19.
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COVID-19 Regional Response Fund Secures Shelter for 40 Single Mothers and Their Children
Thanks to the community's generosity, the COVID-19 Regional Response Fund was able to provide safe shelter to 40 single mothers and their children.
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Learning Grove Opens Childcare Facilities for Emergency Personnel
The COVID-19 Regional Response Fund has allowed Learning Grove to transition to virtual programming and open childcare facilities for emergency personnel.
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Women Helping Women Supports Domestic Violence Survivors Virtually During COVID-19
The COVID-19 Regional Response Fund has helped Women Helping Women adapt to new technology that supports survivors by meeting them virtually in isolation.
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How to Keep Your Kids Engaged With Active Learning at Home
From building community to developing stimulating activities, keep your kids engaged with these helpful tips from a local expert.
Freestore Foodbank Prepares for a Pandemic Holiday Season
In a season of extreme need and unprecedented restrictions, Freestore Foodbank counts on community support to feed our neighbors.
Local Nail Artist Maggie Stewart Reflects on the Pandemic Shutdown
For local nail technician and artist Maggie Stewart, the COVID-19 shutdown went from being “terrifying” to an opportunity for growth.
The Carnegie Launches a Committee to Bring Socially Distant Theater to the Public
Local artists and performers come together as the Creative Disruption Committee to host live, safe, socially aware experiences.
Five Tips for Moms Feeling Overwhelmed by Parenting During COVID-19
Mama Bear Domain blogger and “mom life coach” Kelly Hater shares tips for moms feeling overwhelmed by this year’s unique set of parenting challenges brought on by COVID-19.
Jose Salazar on Working Through the Uncertainty and Getting Back to Business
The chef and owner of Goose + Elder, Mita’s, and Salazar says, "Restaurant people are fighters by nature, and we don’t easily succumb."
Kings Island Is Open, But How?
Guests are required to wear masks, and safety protocols include social distancing markers, hand sanitizing stations, and capacity management.
How Local Companies Adapted to COVID-19
When the normal ways of working just don’t fit during a global pandemic, these local companies took a hard left turn—and kept going.
An Ode to the People and Things That Have Helped Me Weather the Pandemic
As columnist Judi Ketteler reflects on how she’s coping with the pandemic, she knows one thing is for certain: This too shall pass.
Two Local Health Professionals Speak on COVID-19’s Mental Health Side Effects
Health professionals April Lamoreaux and Diane Wright offer their perspectives and advice on how to care for your mental health during the pandemic.
Local Businesses Making a Difference During a Pandemic
These local business and organization leaders went the extra mile to help those affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
Councilmember Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney Launches Initiative to Support Black-Owned Businesses
Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney launched #CincyBuyBlackThursday to encourage community members to shop at local Black-owned businesses.
Garren Colvin on St. Elizabeth Healthcare’s Efforts to Combat COVID-19
The president and CEO of St. Elizabeth Healthcare discusses the hospital's preparation to care for victims of the pandemic and its participation in a trial to help end it.
Renee Mahaffey Harris Says the Pandemic Has Shown That We Must Work Together
Renee Mahaffey Harris, the president and CEO of the Center for Closing the Health Gap, on serving the black community, collaboratively.
Covington’s Bouquet Reopens With Tech Aimed to Reduce Spread of COVID-19
The farm-to-table restaurant’s new HVAC system is claimed by its manufacturer to filter virus particles from the air.
Gold Star Partners with MORTAR for a Weekend Fund-Raiser
Gold Star Chili and MORTAR are raising funds for local small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19.
Organizations That Made the Effort to Connect During COVID-19
In a time when staying apart is the safest thing to do, strengthening our bonds and supporting each other takes a little more effort.
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Treating Cancer During a Pandemic
When COVID-19 struck Cincinnati, local cancer care centers quickly adapted to provide vulnerable patients with the care they need.
A Letter from John Fleischman, Who’s Locked Down in Lombardy
He describes what it’s like to be a Cincinnati time traveler marooned in the epicenter of Italy's COVID-19 outbreak.
The Pathogen Less Traveled
In his latest column, Jay Gilbert shares the lighthearted lessons he's learned during quarantine and recognizes how fortunate he is to have his health.
Cincinnati Bars Make Games and Activities Safer With UV Light and Social Distancing
From arcade games to duckpin bowling, you can still have fun going out with these new safety measures.
Local Photographer Documents Models’ Feelings on COVID-19 With Wearable Art Project
For her latest burst of creativity, Tina Gutierrez photographed subjects dressed in outfits that represent how they feel about the coronavirus.
Washington Platform Uses Artificial Intelligence to Maintain Customer Safety
Owner Jon Diebold teamed up with a tech company to implement a system that encourages guests to self-monitor their social distancing.
Here’s Where You Can Get Tested for COVID-19
More COVID-19 testing sites are opening across the tristate, and Hamilton County has launched an interactive map of available options.
Flying Pig Marathon Organizers Hope to Host In-Person Race Events in October
After hosting the first-ever virtual Flying Pig Marathon during COVID-19, organizers plan to combine rescheduled events with the Queen Bee Half Marathon in October.
Molly Wellmann Reopens Japp’s with New Social Distancing Practices
With health and safety in mind, the bar is back in business with reservation-only service, online ordering, and strategically placed plants to mark appropriate distancing.
The Cincinnati Zoo Hosts Virtual Home Safaris
The Cincinnati Zoo is finding creative ways to virtually engage patrons and fundraise during the COVID-19 pandemic, with an eye toward reopening.
Editor’s Letter, June 2020: What Makes a Hero?
How we show up for each other matters. The pandemic has revealed how our friends and neighbors keep showing up. Jim Obergefell knows what that’s like, too.
NKU Student Uses Photography to Capture Cincinnatians in Quarantine
Aspiring photojournalist Adil Akhtar’s “Staying Safe” project documents isolation through the windows across the tri-state.
How COVID-19 Is Affecting the Local Real Estate Market
Two local real estate agents tell us how the Cincinnati market is coping with the global shutdown following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whimsical ScareCoronas Ease COVID-19 Concerns in Northside
Tina Gutierrez and Rene Micheo’s charming DIY scarecrow project has become a widespread effort to ward off feelings of boredom and loneliness.
Boomtown Chef Starts a YouTube Channel with Quarantine Recipes and Takeout Reviews
Chef Christian Gill encourages trying takeout from new-to-you restaurants and cooking at-home pantry recipes on his new YouTube channel "Feast Mode 513."
How to Support Local Restaurants During COVID-19
A list of Ohio and Northern Kentucky businesses offering carryout, delivery, and more, during coronavirus restaurant closure mandates.
Breweries Team Up to Support Local COVID-19 Relief Efforts
Drink in Cincy T-shirt purchases support United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s efforts to help those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feed the Frontlines Cincinnati Connects Restaurants and Healthcare Workers
The crowd-funded initiative provides meals by local restaurants to frontline hospital workers.
Break a Sweat and Explore the City by Walking These Scenic Cincinnati Steps
Get outside, break a sweat, and explore your city by walking these six sets of Cincinnati steps, most of which offer stellar views.
Arnold’s Chef Kayla Robison Brings Families Together With Meal Kits and Cooking Classes
With stay-at-home orders in effect, Arnold’s Chef Kayla Robison found a way to reach families at home and a new way to love food.
This Local Traffic Anchor Moonlights as a Kid Craft Curator
From seeding sprouts to making dinosaur eggs, try this list of low-key kid crafts selected (and tested!) by Local 12 traffic anchor Jen Dalton.
Local Poets Share How ‘Poetry Can Help Us Feel Less Alone’
Local poets Manuel Iris, Pauletta Hansel, and Sara Moore Wagner discuss therapeutic aspects of poetry and how it connects people during hard times.
Local Musicians Collaborate in a Time Of Social Distancing
Local musicians have turned to virtual options for recording, performing, and creating music together, all from the comfort of their homes.
Everything But The House Hosts Online Auction Featuring Unique Experiences from Local Businesses
Participants can bid on one-of-a-kind experiences provided by 21 local businesses, which will receive all proceeds from the auction.
Local Couple Hosts Virtual Quarantine Wedding from Their Front Porch
Margaret Hocker and Tony Shaw were planning to marry earlier this month at the public library, but then COVID-19 caused a change of plans.
Three Ways to Go Online With The Cincinnati Observatory
Explore The Cincinnati Observatory (and the universe!) from the comfort of your own couch.
Free Virtual Experiences by Local Museums, Libraries, and Arts Groups to Check Out Now
Stuck at home, possibly with kids? These local museums, libraries, and arts groups offer virtual tours and education for free.
A UC Student–Led Initiative Delivers Groceries to High-Risk Community Members During COVID-19
The program's 170 volunteers help older, immunocompromised, and other high-risk community members stock up on groceries without leaving home.
Norwood Photographer Tonya Cook Captures Porch Portraits During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Norwood resident takes free photos of her neighbors to show what life in quarantine is like for local families and spread joy during difficult times.
Three Ways to Virtually Support Local Musicians
Social media and streaming concerts help keep artists and fans connected.
Feed Your Family with Takeout Meals From These Suburban Eateries
Make dinnertime easy (and support local restaurants!) with these family-style to-go meals from eateries located in Cincinnati's suburbs.
How to Support Local Boutiques and Small Businesses During COVID-19
A list of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky boutiques offering free shipping, delivery, curbside pickup, and more during COVID-19 closure mandates.
OTR Makeup Studio BRIDEface Hosts Online Tutorials During COVID-19 Closure
Julie Niesen, owner of bridal makeup salon BRIDEface in OTR, is hosting makeup tutorials on Facebook and Instagram to lift spirits during COVID-19.
Cincinnati’s 1878 Quarantine Saved Thousands of Lives
A strict lockdown of travel and shipping earned Cincinnati’s Health Commissioner, Thomas C. Minor, short-term scorn and long-term gratitude.
Possible Benefits to FC Cincinnati’s Season Break
Keeping the new players together and training will help build needed teamwork for FC Cincinnati, a plus when (or if) play resumes.
Eight Local Artisans You Can Support By Shopping Online
From handmade polymer clay earrings to Cincinnati-themed screen-printed T-shirts, here’s a short list of some of our favorite local makers.
Longform Stories to Get You Through Long Days
Need a break from today’s breaking news? Spend some time with these favorite Cincinnati Magazine stories from the past year.
Six Local Businesses That Make Natural Skin Care and Hygiene Products
Cincinnati has a wealth of local makers who craft their own skin care and hygiene products using sustainable, locally sourced ingredients.
Inside the Issue: April 2020
We chat about Cincinnati's response to COVID-19, our Craft Beer Boom issue, and Reds center outfielder Nick Senzel's baseball career.
Pickles & Bones Barbecue Provides Meals to Milford-Area Students During COVID-19 School Closures
Pickles & Bones Barbecue is providing free hot meals to K–12 students in the Milford Schools district 11:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday.
Our Favorite Local Live Streams for Kids to Help Weather COVID-19
Whether you’re “social distancing,” isolating, or full-on quarantined, these local organizations can fill up your timeline with live-action lessons and fun.
Restaurants Rally for Support Amid COVID-19 Layoffs and Closures
The local restaurant industry implements temporary solutions and fights for national relief to ensure businesses return following coronavirus closure mandates.
Busken Bakery Offers Comic Relief With Toilet Paper–Shaped Cakes
With all the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, Busken Bakery is providing customers a little comic relief with a toilet paper–shaped cakes.
Five Local Food Kits to Get You Through This Quarantine
From make-your-own pizza kits to wine and cheese, these restaurants are selling food kits to keep you well-fed during quarantine.
How To Talk to your Kids About a Pandemic
A local clinical psychologist offers tips on how to keep your kids well and happy during the COVID-19 pandemic and Ohio's shelter-in-place order.
Six Cincinnati Bartender–Approved Cocktail Recipes for Your Next Remote Happy Hour
Step up your mixology game while you stay at home during COVID-19.
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