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Attention nature enthusiasts and bee lovers alike! Learn about one of the smallest, hardworking bees! The tiny yet, mighty leafcutter bee! Gorman Heritage Farm is a 122-acre nonprofit working farm with a mission to cultivate a healthy community through farm-based education and experiences about food, sustainable agriculture and the natura world.
Get ready to have the coolest yard on the block! Are you a homeowner interested in designing a front yard garden or replacing existing foundation landscaping with native plants? Or do you already have a native plant garden but are looking for design tips or a place to share ideas? Either way, this class will […]
Need a guide for night sky viewing in the heat of summer? While the nights are short, they are warm and there is a wide variety of celestial targets to enjoy! From the Ring Nebula in Lyra to the Andromeda galaxy, we’ll examine what’s up in the summer sky and some of the science behind […]
Lower your utility bills! Reduce risk! Increase property value! The Greater Cincinnati 2030 District, a program of Green Umbrella, is a non-profit resource dedicated to helping building owners across the tri-state region do all of these things by learning how to reduce energy and water usage in their buildings. If you own or manage a […]
Have you heard of Forest Bathing? Forest bathing or Shinrin-Yoku is an evidence-based practice from Japan that quiets the mind by immersing oneself in nature by gently re-awakening the five senses; sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell. Forest Bathing is one of the most exciting and growing relaxation practices being used by wellness practitioners around […]
The Cincinnati Observatory is excited to host our 5th annual Pride Night. The event includes access to the Observatory and grounds with activities presented by the observatory staff and volunteers. Activities include face painting, a glitter bar, yoga, and more! There will be Local LGBTQ organizations sharing information. Join Astronomer Dr. Wes Ryle to learn […]
Ohio River Foundation is hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on June 14th from 6-10pm at Memorial Hall in Over-the-Rhine. We are celebrating our 25th Anniversary with environmental films, food, and drink! Tickets start at $30. For more information, visit ohioriverfdn.org/events
Expect to learn about: Resources and funding opportunities for your community How to take action at the federal, state, and local levels Ways to make your voice heard with elected officials and local leaders Techniques for creating an effective public comment This is a backpack off a training we held last year, but we have […]
Guest Presenter: Chuck Strubbe So, you want to get started finding objects in the night sky with a telescope, binoculars or just your eyes. Or, you bought that telescope and tried and tried to find stuff up there, but frustration crept in and now, that telescope is in the basement or the closet or the […]
Join Green Umbrella's Greenspace Alliance and CORA (Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance) as we explore the newly reopened Sargeant Park in Dayton, Kentucky! This property, which was closed for a number of years, has recently been reopened to the public to enjoy. It is an example of a sustainable multi-purpose natural use trail system, with more than […]
Join us on this Summer Solstice for a family-friendly night hike, led by our friends at DinoBuddies! We will survey the farm for salamanders and other wildlife, stopping for fun activities along the way. Additional information Flashlights will be available. However, we suggest bringing your own flashlight or headlamp. Check-in will take place at the […]
Garden Tour: Noteworthy Natives Cincinnati Nature Center continues to expand its native plant programming so that our community can grow in support of healthy biodiversity. 2025 will be our sixth year offering private garden tours across our region, in an effort to shine a light on how native plants can create glorious residential landscapes. We […]