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How the Arts Make An Impact

Check here for new blog posts, podcasts and more that point to how the arts make an impact on our community. 

  • The Cincinnati Region’s Arts Investments Pay Dividends

    posted by Alecia Kintner On Jan 18, 2024
    Imagine learning that one of your investments is returning nearly $43 on every dollar. According to a study released this week, that's the return the Cincinnati region sees for its investment in the arts.

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    CEO Reflections: Special grants announced supporting Fall programs

    posted by Alecia Kintner On Mar 10, 2017
    Thanks to ArtsWave’s partnership with the Cincinnati USA Regional Tourism Network (RTN), we’ve announced 14 special grants this month that will support exciting Fall programs. Here is a quick snapshot of upcoming events made possible by ArtsWave donors.

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    Impact in Action: ArtsWave Awards First Neighborhood Arts & Festivals Grants

    posted by Alison Taylor On Jan 25, 2017

  • Break Bread

    Break Bread + Listen to find home and community through the arts

    posted by Leyla Shokoohe On Nov 09, 2016
    The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra's Break Bread + Listen programs are a reminder that even when we might feel disconnected and cut-off from our fellow man, common ground is there – if you take the time to find it.

  • Cincinnati USA Regional Tourism Network and ArtsWave announce multi-year collaboration

    posted by ArtsWave staff On Sep 28, 2016
    The Cincinnati USA Regional Tourism Network (RTN) and ArtsWave have unveiled details of an unprecedented partnership to co-create a Cultural Tourism Campaign. This collaboration launches a multi-year strategic investment in marketing cultural tourism to increase Cincinnati USA visitor and resident awareness, visitation and engagement.

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    ArtWorks Summer Celebration: 2016 Projects

    posted by Leyla Shokoohe On Aug 17, 2016
    ArtWorks’ Summer Celebration took place on Friday, August 5 at Union Hall, celebrating the murals and projects created and in progress over 2016.

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    concert:nova combines food and music for a delectable date night

    posted by Leyla Shokoohe On Jul 13, 2016
    Have your cake and eat it, too, when concert:nova ends its 2015-16 season July 19 on a sweet note with "Bon Appetit!"

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    Pones Inc. creates senior citizen flash mob

    posted by Leyla Shokoohe On Apr 26, 2016
    “We want people to look down and say, ‘Look at all those seniors. We’re all going to be those seniors. We will always have options and the connection with Cincinnati. There’s always something new and different going on. We don’t want to miss the opportunities to experience them.”

  • Melodic Connections

    Melodic Connections making meaningful music across Greater Cincinnati

    posted by Leyla Shokoohe On Mar 08, 2016
    From LUMENOCITY to Riverbend to Clifton, Melodic Connections is doing just as its name implies — making meaningful and musical connections between its musicians and their community. We caught up with development director Lynn Migliara and executive director and co-founder Betsey Zenk Nuseibeh to learn more about Melodic Connections and see what’s coming up on the group’s calendar.

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    Free Arts: July - September, 2015

    posted by Katherine Masterson On Jul 02, 2015
    Summer brings so many opportunities to experience amazing arts across the Greater Cincinnati region --including many events that are FREE. Check out some of the no cost and low cost arts experiences coming up in the next three months.

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    Culture Splash: July - September 2015

    posted by Rebecca Bromels On Jun 22, 2015
    Our quarterly Culture Splash newsletter is designed to be your tour guide to the world of arts across the Greater Cincinnati region. Why not plan a staycation this year and visit the world with your families, friends and neighbors without ever having to leave the area?

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    Culture Splash: April - June, 2015

    posted by Mike Boberg On Mar 31, 2015
    The spring and summer bring a wide variety of arts events that reflect the diverse array of cultures and perspectives in our community. Expand your horizons this and experience the world in a new way through the arts. Discovering what connects us – that’s ArtsWave in Action.

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    Free Arts: April - June 2015

    posted by Rebecca Calkin On Mar 31, 2015
    The only thing better than the amazing arts in our region is when those arts opportunities are FREE. Check out some of the ways to experience the arts at little to no cost this spring.

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    Toast to the Arts April Events

    posted by Rebecca Bromels On Mar 31, 2015
    April is the last month of our Toast to the Arts campaign! Our restaurant, brewery, and winery partners have made it easy to give back to ArtsWave while enjoying great wine and beer. Whether you love beer, wine, or even bathtub gin, there's an event just for you this April!

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    Choose Your Own Sampler Adventure

    posted by Rebecca Bromels On Mar 02, 2015
    Choose your own Macy's Arts Sampler adventure with these handy itineraries for 2015. Find the best bets for kids, adults, music lovers, and more.

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    Culture Splash – March 2015

    posted by Rebecca Bromels On Feb 26, 2015
    March brings a wide variety of arts events that reflect the diverse array of cultures and perspectives in our community. Expand your horizons this month and experience the world in a new way through the arts. Discovering what connects us – that’s ArtsWave in Action.

  • Valentine's Day Roundup

    posted by Rebecca Calkin On Feb 11, 2015
    With Valentine's Day approaching, treat your sweetie to tasty wine AND give back to ArtsWave at the same time. Use your ArtsPass to get a great deal on an amazing artsy date night! Discover a selection of wine offerings at local restaurants, as well as some amazing ArtsPass events this weekend.

  • Arts All Around

    posted by REBECCA CALKIN On Jan 26, 2015
    Welcome to the Arts All Around Blog! Stay connected to the arts in our region

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    ArtsPass Roundup: Jan - March 2015

    posted by REBECCA CALKIN On Jan 26, 2015
    Make family memories, plan a date night, or schedule a friends' night with ArtsPass! Here are the many ways you can use your ArtsPass in the beginning of 2015.

  • Free Arts: Jan - March 2015

    posted by Rebecca Calkin On Jan 26, 2015
    The only thing better than the amazing arts in our region is when those arts opportunities are FREE. Check out some of the ways to experience the arts at little to no cost this winter.