West Chester & Liberty, OH August 2025

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Best in Class

August strikes a unique balance—the lazy days of summer aren’t quite over, but the school year is just days away from beginning. Routines gradually return, bedtimes get a little earlier and the beach towels get swapped for backpacks. In this Kids + Pets issue, we shine a light on the children and animals that bring joy into our world—this year with an emphasis on what’s happening in the classroom.

Inside, you’ll learn about local businesses going the extra mile for our community, including a nonprofit that helps visually impaired children succeed at school. We meet a dog treat company that employs young adults with special needs and read about a diagnostic center that helps and empowers children with learning disabilities. We also get to know two of the Lakota School District’s service dogs and learn how they prepare to return to school. On page 34, see how one local company is offering a new product that can help protect our classrooms.

On a personal note, this year is a milestone for our family. My youngest son is entering his senior year of high school, and with it comes a rush of emotions for our last year of back–to-school activities. It doesn’t seem that long ago that there were tiny shoes by the door and crayon drawings hung proudly on the fridge. Now it’s college visits, scheduling senior photos and prepping for ACTs. It’s strange and beautiful to feel so proud and so wistful at the same time.

Whether you're sending a kindergartener or a college-bound teen out the door this fall, or simply giving your pup an extra belly rub, this issue is best in class.

MICHELLE MOODY, PUBLISHER MICHELLE.MOODY@CITYLIFESTYLE.COM

August 2025

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Michelle Moody | Michelle.Moody@CityLifestyle.com

EDITOR

Tera Michelson | Tera.Michelson@CityLifestyle.com

COPY EDITOR

A.J. Lape

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

A.J. Lape

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Amanda Lippert Photography, Cara Jonas Photography, Len Kaltman, Romey Shields

Corporate Team

CEO Steven Schowengerdt

COO Matthew Perry

CRO Jamie Pentz

VP OF OPERATIONS Janeane Thompson

VP OF SALES Andrew Leaders

AD DESIGNER Jenna Crawford

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kirstan Lanier

QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Brandy Thomas

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ROUNDUP OF NEWS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES

Local Financial Advisor Qualifies for Edward Jones Recognition Conference

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Gage Hemmelgarn of West Chester attended the firm's Impact conference, celebrating the contributions and achievements of 489 top financial advisors from among the firm's more than 20,000. Achieving the level of success that qualifies for Impact involves the collective effort of the entire branch team. In addition to the recognition conference for financial advisors, a conference specifically designed for the Impact branches' client support teams is scheduled for September. 513.777.5555, EdwardJones.com/ us-en/financial-advisor/gage-hemmelgarn

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Lace Up for Life at the 2025 Sneakers in Paris Fundraiser

Lace up for life and step out for a night at the 2025 Sneaker Ball, Sneakers in Paris, scheduled for September 13, 6-10 p.m. at Liberty Center’s Sabin Hall. Pair your blacktie attire with your favorite sneakers at this annual event sponsored by Confidential Confessions Counseling Services to benefit mental health and suicide prevention efforts. Enjoy an inspirational keynote speaker, sneaker contest, auction and more! Tickets are available for purchase online.  ConfidentialConfessionsCounsel.better world.org/events/lace-up-life-inaugural-sneaker-b-2

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Photography by Len Kaltman
Photography by Cara Jonas Photography

Renovation Plans for Fort Liberty Playland Unveiled

Liberty Township is excited to share the 3D rendering of the renovation plans for Fort Liberty Playland, designed to serve the needs of the community for generations to come. Liberty Township Parks has selected nationally recognized design firm Leathers & Associates as the project partner. They designed the original playground, a community build in collaboration with the Township in September 1999. The popular playground will close for renovations August 4. Liberty-Township.com

Fitton Center Members Enjoy Revitalized Community Rewards Program Perks

Members of the Fitton Center in Hamilton are enjoying a newly revitalized Community Rewards Program that offers discounts to a growing list of participating businesses. Fitton Center members get to purchase early tickets, receive discounts on performance tickets, art and bake sales, classes, camps, workshops and facility rentals and are invited to exhibit their own work in the biennial Member Show art exhibition. Join now to support the arts and the community. FittonCenter.org/become-a-member

Photography Provided by Liberty Township
Photography Provided by the Fitton Center

TAIL-WAGGING APPROVAL

Brewhaus Bakery & Dog Bones is a purpose-driven workspace where employees with disabilities find pride in every biscuit.

BREWHAUS BAKES WITH PURPOSE

Peanut butter? Check. Dough mixed in the 60-quart commercial mixer? Check. Locally sourced eggs, donated craft beer grains and a no-junk promise? Triple check. At Brewhaus Bakery and Dog Bones in Cincinnati, every batch of dog treats begins with care—from premium, all-natural ingredients to a purpose-driven workspace where employees with disabilities find pride in every biscuit.

ARTICLE BY A.J. LAPE PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARA JONAS PHOTOGRAPHY

Brewhaus Dog Bones are made from spent brewing grains, donated from local breweries.

What started as Lisa Graham’s mission to create a future for her daughter Natalie has become a joyful, small-batch operation fueled by teamwork, music and the comforting scent of low-and-slow baked bones. Whether shaping dough by hand, running the extruder for wholesale jobs or packaging and boxing up website orders, this is more than baking, it’s community-building.

“Having a child with a disability reoriented my world,” Graham shares. “I had to think about a future that didn’t involve college or other related choices after high school.”

Though Graham had long envisioned a social enterprise that would open doors, not just for Natalie, but also for others like her, a casual stop for pizza at a San Diego brewery in 2013 gave the dream its shape when they discovered dog treats made from craft beer.

“As a lifelong animal lover and momma to many dogs, it was a perfect blend of interests. Our family’s full of cooks and bakers. We’re always in the kitchen,” she explains, “so all the variables came together.”

Graham comes from a clinical research background. To bring the vision to life,

Employees shape each bone by hand, a small-batch operation that builds community from start to finish.
“AT BREWHAUS BAKERY, EVERY BATCH OF DOG TREATS BEGINS WITH CARE.”

she reached out to local breweries to explore partnerships and source ingredients.

“Positive feedback from all sources gave us the green light. Plus, we live in Cincinnati, the heart of beer culture!” Graham says.

The nonprofit now partners with numerous local breweries for spent brewing grains, including Streetside, Paradise, Sonder, Brink, Nine Giant, Braxton, Alexandria, Little Miami and Rhinegeist.

Brewhaus bakes dog bones for allGraeter’s Ice Cream locations, Double Dogs restaurants, Jungle Jim’s and Party Source.

“We also have national accounts with Cigar City Brewing, Lagunitas Brewing and BrewDog USA,” she adds.

Of all those partners, one stands out.

“We private label for [Graeter’s], and our growth has been a direct result of this amazing relationship,” she says.

Graham’s vision soon evolved into a brick-and-mortar employment and vocational training program for students with disabilities—working closely with local school systems like Diamond Oaks, Mason and Sycamore—to provide a unique, project-based learning platform.

“Our partners can schedule time to bring students to work in a commercial bakery setting, build employable skills and work on communication and collaboration,” says Graham.

It’s a hands-on environment where bakers follow recipes, operate a point-of-sale system, process transactions and interact directly with customers.

“Every stage creates learning opportunities in our unique start-to-finish business model,” Graham continues.

Today, each Brewhaus employee is a former student baker—earning at least Ohio’s minimum wage while continuing to grow in a supportive, purpose-filled atmosphere.

But employees don’t just learn life skills, they also get regular emotional support visits from Graham’s family dogs.

“Dogs are both entertaining and comforting for many of our bakers,” she says.

“We once had a blind, deaf student who was completely captivated by them, and they seemed equally drawn to him—it was especially heartwarming. The dogs love getting samples and hanging out with the crew too!”

Looking ahead, Graham dreams of launching Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky’s first doggy food truck—a mobile treat station for festivals, parties and pop-ups.

In the meantime, you can support the nonprofit by picking up treats at local breweries and retailers. Monetary donations and team-building events offer another way to get involved, plus, check to see if your employer offers donation matches.

BREWHAUS BAKERY & DOG BONES

1623 Burney Lane, Cincinnati BrewhausDogBones.com

Brewhaus Founder Lisa Graham has three children + lives on a 100-acre farm with her husband, five dogs, two cats, three donkeys + two horses.
The bakery hosts Social Saturdays for their employees—fun, inclusive events designed to build community + foster friendships through shared experiences.

VISION NONPROFIT UNLOCKS POTENTIAL IN LOCAL LOW VISION CHILDREN

One Device, Big Difference

BY A.J. LAPE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEN KALTMAN

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Top: Eric, Joey, Will + Jillian Hintz change lives for children with low vision. | Bottom left: Lakota Teacher Brooke Sicking + School Counselor Aly McIntosh with Joey at Hopewell Early Childhood School. | Bottom right: Brothers Joey + Will Hintz enjoy distributing devices to help students with low vision.

When West Chester couple Eric and Jillian Hintz first learned their son Joey had low vision caused by congenital nystagmus, their world shifted, but so did their purpose. They saw firsthand how the right tools could change everything—how technology could help Joey not just adapt but thrive. Fueled by love and a fierce determination to clear a path for their son, the Hintzes turned their personal journey into a mission. They founded Vision Nonprofit to ensure other visually impaired students could succeed just like Joey: equipped, supported and truly empowered.

“I first noticed something was wrong with Joey when he was about three months old,” Jillian explains. “His eyes moved when I was feeding him, like a metronome.”

Because of other health challenges, including two open-heart surgeries, his symptoms were initially attributed to medication side effects. But Jillian trusted her gut. After consulting three doctors, Joey was diagnosed around his first birthday and received his first pair of glasses.

“His brain can't tell the eyes to stay still,” Jillian shares, “so he can't pick up details.”

Like many kids with low vision, Joey began to adapt instinctively.

“At 18 months, he would stop at changes in floor texture—from tile to carpet—and feel both surfaces to check if they were level, so he could adjust,” she explains.

With early guidance from Cincinnati Children’s Low Vision Clinic and Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, they gathered learning tools Joey would need in school: a slant board, dome magnifier and monocular.

His school provided what it had, devices like a Chromebook and CCTV.

“CCTV is a big device that sits on the desk and enlarges assignments,” Eric says.

But the setup didn’t offer the same versatility or ease of use for Joey to keep up. That’s when the Hintzes turned to the 13-inch iPad Pro by recommendation of the Low Vision Clinic. Its built-in accessibility features combine everything Joey needs: camera, reading tool, magnifier, Bluetooth keyboard and text-to-speech, in a smaller, more portable version.

“He could zoom in, use high contrast filters and have books sent straight to it,” Eric says.

After paying out of pocket for the iPad, they saw Joey flourish, taking photos of the board, enlarging assignments and interacting more comfortably. That’s when they knew they had to help others get the same chance.

“Joey’s always been into tech,” Eric says, “and [we wanted] to use technology to his advantage.”

That desire sparked the creation of Vision Nonprofit. The organization provides iPads to children who are blind or have low vision, students who might otherwise be left behind by limited school budgets.

“We’ve estimated families can spend around $10,000,” Jillian notes. “We wanted to fill the gap, and pay it forward.”

Families are typically referred to Vision Nonprofit through Clovernook assessments. Once identified, they fill out an online form. Each child who receives an iPad also gets free accessibility training from Clovernook to ensure they can use every feature effectively.

The Hintzes have already seen the impact. One recipient, Sawyer, is a friend of Joey’s. Another, Masen,

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The Hintz Family: Jillian, Joey, Will + Eric.

is a teen who simply needed an iPad upgrade to succeed in school.

“We’re not going to turn anyone down,” Eric adds, noting they recently helped two adult sisters with a genetic condition that will eventually lead to blindness.

“I’d love to continue this as a family legacy,” Jillian says. “When Joey gets older, this is something he can continue.”

Completely volunteer-led, Vision Nonprofit is funded by donations, grants and community partnerships with

organizations like Paycor, Kroger and the Spartan Run. In the future, the Hintzes hope to expand their package to include screen protectors, iPad pencils, durable cases and Meta AI glasses. They also want to add an Android option. Each device opens a world of access and confidence.

Unlock the potential in local children with vision loss: link your Kroger Plus Card or donate online.

Instagram.com/vision_nonprofit | VisionNonprofit.org

Joey Hintz recreates the Vision Nonprofit logo, complete with his signature blue glasses, on his tablet.

DOG DAYS

LAKOTA’S THERAPY DOGS ARE EXCITED TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL

Serenko gets his zoomies out with summer exercise + agility training. Photo by Romey Shields.

It’s the dog days of summer, but soon it will be time for Lakota’s team of therapy dogs to get back to school, where they’ll be busy providing unconditional love and support to Lakota students and staff. Executive Director of Pupil Services Andrea Longworth is top dog of the program for Lakota Local Schools. She arranges for these specially trained dogs and matches them to buildings by demeanor.

“Lakota has therapy dogs to provide students with emotional support and comfort throughout the school setting and to positively influence students’ overall well-being and achievement,” Longworth says. “They've been utilized in a variety of environments, depending on the needs of the building.”

Before they come to school, Lakota’s pack of pups are trained for two years by Circle Tail, a local accredited training organization

Photo by Romey Shields.
Top: Prepare for a Serenko-style greeting at VanGorden Elementary, alongside Asst. Principal Jessica Carrelli + Principal Julie Engelbert.
Right: Lakota Therapy Dogs are trained to know that when they put on their bandanas, it’s time to go to school. Serenko’s nickname is stitched on his Reds scarf.

for assistance dogs. Once they start at Lakota, the dogs participate in the school day to help support students’ physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs. Students and staff receive countless benefits from their presence. Time with furry friends is scientifically proven to increase mood-lifting endorphins, reduce stress and anxiety, improve motivation and self-esteem and teach compassion.

“It doesn't matter what mistake you made that day; they love you no matter what,” Longworth says. “The benefits have been tenfold. The dogs have truly become part of the Lakota culture.”

The first two dogs joined the Lakota staff in 2020, just in time to make online appearances in virtual classes due to Covid. The team has now grown to ten, some of which are assigned to specific buildings, and some that travel between multiple schools.

Serenko is the therapy dog on staff at VanGorden Elementary. This summer, he has enjoyed jumping, swimming and lounging poolside. He’ll be waiting at the front doors to greet students when school starts later this month.

Quizz is enjoying summer but can’t wait to get back to class with the students and staff of Union Elementary. She updated her Final Forms for the new school year and stocked her backpack with a fresh bandana, doggy snacks and school supplies.

The innovative therapy dog program is just one more way that Lakota is Best in Show.

“We are very fortunate that our district has supported this initiative and appreciate the impact that it has had with our students and staff,” Longworth says. “We’ve been able to support our students in a way that other districts aren't.”

Find your Final Forms, school supplies lists and other important details for the 2025-26 school year at the Lakota Back-to-School Hub at LakotaOnline.com

Quizz can’t wait to get back to Union Elementary to support the physical, social, emotional + cognitive needs of both students + staff.

SPRINGBOARD TO SUCCESS

Springer School and Center is a Game Changer for Students with ADHD + Learning

Disabilities

By the time Molly and Erick Blenk reached out for help, they already suspected that their daughter Fiona had dyslexia. The tipping point was when they saw their eight-year-old’s confidence taking a nosedive. With a short six weeks of help at Springer Diagnostic Center, Fiona had a diagnosis, a personalized action plan, a team of advocates and a smile on her face.

Springer Diagnostic Center Director Molly Bernosky visits with Fiona.
“The nonprofit Springer Diagnostic Center offers a short wait for a collaborative, comprehensive diagnosis that’s all available under one roof.”

Under the leadership of Director Molly Bernosky, Springer Diagnostic Center opened in 2023 as a nonprofit offering psychoeducational evaluations for students, ages 5-18. The community’s need was clear—Springer fielded countless requests before the expansion.

“Springer decided we could broaden the scope of how we're servicing the community by adding the Diagnostic Center,” Bernosky says.

The center is adjacent to Springer School, but not a pipeline to it; their services are available for students in any school district.

“This process is all about meeting the individual needs of each family and child,” she explains.

While a traditional path to an ADHD or learning disability diagnosis can be long and winding, Springer offers a short wait for a collaborative, comprehensive diagnosis that’s all available under one roof. With a team of three psychologists that offer more than 45 years of combined experience, plus

staff occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists, they are focused on creating a personalized plan for each family.

“You don't have to make separate appointments with the department of speech language pathology, then the department of OT and then the department of psych. We’re a one-stop shop,” Bernosky says.

“Our assessments are multi-method, multi-source,” she adds. “They include standardized assessments, observations, rating scales and interviews. We get the child's voice, the parents’ voices, the school's voice— all the relevant people.”

After gathering this cross-section of information, they conduct testing sessions, followed by feedback meetings.

“From the initial consult to the feedback, it typically takes somewhere between four to seven weeks— we don't want you waiting forever to get results,” Bernosky explains.

Art is Fiona Blenk's favorite subject at Springer + pink is her signature color.

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Top: Molly, Fiona + Erick Blenk on their way to the Springer Diagnostic Center.

Bottom: Dyslexic student Fiona is thriving academically with help from Springer.

The Center advocates for each child and will accompany families to school meetings to help relay the newfound information.

“It’s a lot of information—it can be like drinking water out of a fire hose to get this report about your child,” she says.

The Blenks were pleasantly surprised at how quickly they were able to get Fiona into Springer Center and felt heard and understood throughout the process.

“The whole Springer approach aligned with our philosophy as parents to want to understand our child as an individual and help her be the best version of that,” shares Erick Blenk.

“From other sources, we might hear that there’s something ‘wrong’ with our kid,” agrees Molly Blenk, “but Molly [Bernosky] helped us learn about dyslexia, teaching us this is a great gift, that the way Fiona learns is super cool. With Springer’s help, we've learned the language of how dyslexia works.”

“Every child has individual, unique talents, and Springer is about discovering what they are,” Erick adds. “The sooner you understand what your child needs, the better opportunity you have to help them grow.”

Although they didn’t expect to, the Blenks transferred Fiona to Springer School. With a diagnosis and learning plan, Fiona’s bubbly spirit is back, and she is excited about school, an eager and curious learner.

“Springer has literally been a game changer for Fiona’s learning,” declares Molly Blenk.

“Art is my favorite!” Fiona chimes in with a confident smile.

SPRINGER SCHOOL AND CENTER

2121 Madison Road, Cincinnati 513.871.6080 | Springer-LD.org

Student Safety

As we send children back to school, safety is top of mind for many. Local parent Michael Rush took his thoughts about security to the next level, using his experience to invent a practical device that protects children in classrooms. Wingshield acts as a functional whiteboard for daily use and an impenetrable doorblock in case of emergency.

“I was a federal agent for almost 27 years,” says Wingshield Executive Vice President and Founder Michael Rush. “I was an instructor at Quantico at one point, so I have a lot of practical background as well as investigative experience, and most importantly, I’m a dad of two young girls.”

A visit to his child’s classroom started the wheels turning in his tactical mind.

“I went to a parent-teacher night,” Rush shares. “As I was walking into the classroom, right by the door was an easel whiteboard, and it said, ‘Welcome, Parents!’”

Rush’s training, research and divine intervention led to the idea for Wingshield, a non-intrusive tool that can be useful daily and if necessary can be quickly and easily rolled into the doorway to provide a protective barrier. This low-profile, user-friendly technology can lower student and staff anxiety.

“God inspired me to create something that can be useful every day. Teachers and students can use Wingshield as a whiteboard,” he says. “School leadership obviously didn't want something that might be scary to the kids. We can add logos and school colors, so it naturally blends in

ARTICLE BY TERA MICHELSON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEN KALTMAN + PROVIDED
Alison Shiver of Shiver Security + Michael Rush of Wingshield.

with the environment. Although it weighs almost 600 pounds, an eight-year-old can easily put it into place,” he adds.

Wingshield has been in production for years; Rush has left no stone unturned for the safety of all students.

“It took about two years to develop and get it tested with the best labs in the world,” says Rush. “Wingshield complies with fire codes and with the American Disabilities Act. My main focus right now is special needs classrooms—we must figure out the best way to shelter them in place when we can't evacuate them. Wingshield keeps students safe—it turns a classroom into a safe room.”

Rush continues to explore and add safety solutions.

“I focus on a layered solution,” explains Rush. “A lot of safety plans focus on the perimeter: cameras, buzzer systems and detectors. Our most precious ones are in the classroom, so I decided to start there.”

Wingshield works in partnership with local security company Shiver Security.

“I started researching and vetting the best companies that I know locally, but also in the country,” he says. “Alison and Chip Shiver have the same passion that I have for security. We work together to answer the question, ‘What can we do to make it better?’”

“Shiver is excited to offer this layered security approach for our community,” says Alison Shiver, Regional Director of Sales for Shiver Security. “We all have children, so it really hits hard for all of us.”

“Our slogan is, ‘Protecting our future today.’ We're very passionate about it,” says Rush.

Visit the Wingshield website for details and for helpful links to federal grant applications and funding options. Wingshield.net, ShiverSecurity.com

“Wingshield keeps students safe—it turns a classroom into a safe room.”
— Michael Rush, Wingshield Executive Vice President + Founder
Wingshield stands at the ready in a classroom. Photo provided.

events

AUGUST 1ST - 3RD

USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Nationals

Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 Voice of America Park Drive, West Chester | 5:45 AM

Don’t miss the USA Triathlon Youth & Junior Nationals at Voice of America MetroPark, August 1-3. Youth & Juniors ages 7-18 from around the country will compete by age group. The swim, bike and run courses are spectator friendly and will end in the heart of the park with awards ceremonies. Details and volunteer sign-ups are available online. USATriChamps.com

AUGUST 2ND

Back-to-School Block Party

Liberty Center, The Park, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township | 2:00 PM

Join Liberty Center at The Park from 2-4 p.m. for one last summer hurrah before it’s time to head back to school. Enjoy fun outdoor activities, including inflatables, a DJ, airbrushed backpacks, your favorite superheroes and princesses, art projects and more! Liberty-Center.com

AUGUST 7TH

Graeter’s Dog’s Night Out

Graeter’s, 7651 Cox Lane, West Chester | 6:00 PM

Bring your poochie to Graeter’s Dog’s Night Out event, outside the West Chester store on the first Thursday of each summer month, through September. Treat yourself to the sweet flavors of Cincinnati’s famous French Pot ice cream and get free treats for doggies. Graeters.com

When disaster strikes, we show up for each other. Flooding across Texas has uprooted lives but hope is never far when neighbors come together ity ifestyle is helping identify and support those most affected. Nominate a family, individual, or local leader in need of care ou can help us reach those who need it most

Sacksteder’s Designer Spotlight: Molly Piepmeier

Molly brings over 20 years of residential and commercial design experience, from family homes to financial offices and assisted-living spaces. She’s known for thoughtful touches and enjoys making spaces reinvented, welcoming, and a reflection of the homeowner. As Molly says: “The home is where the

bad and ugly are dealt with—so let’s make it a retreat.”

AUGUST 7TH - 10TH

Voices of America Country Music Fest

VOA MetroPark + National VOA Museum of Broadcasting, 7850 Voice of America Park Drive, West Chester | 5:00 PM

A star-studded lineup of country music artists is coming to our backyard at this summer’s Voices of America Country Music Fest at VOA MetroPark and the National VOA Museum of Broadcasting. Headliners include Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Bailey Zimmerman and HARDY, among dozens of other performers throughout the 4-day event. Tickets and details are available online. VOACountryMusicFest.com

AUGUST 16TH

5k FunRun for Karen Wellington Foundation

Voice of America MetroPark, 7850 Voice of America Park Drive, West Chester | 9:00 AM

AUGUST 16TH + 17TH

Bliss Home Market

The Karen Wellington Foundation is hosting its 5k FunRun at VOA MetroPark on August 16. The event is a community celebration, including food trucks, live music, prizes and more. Support their unique mission to put fun on the calendars of women and families living with breast cancer by sending them on special adventures. Register online. KarenWellingtonFoundation.org

Bliss Home Market Cincinnati, 9415 Meridian Way, West Chester | 8:00 AM

Shop at Bliss Home Market Cincinnati’s once-a-month weekend sale for affordable prices on elevated furnishings. Style your home with pieces from Bliss, restocked with quality, brand-name furniture and home décor for each sale. Open 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Follow Bliss on Instagram to get a sneak peek. Cincy.BlissHomeMarket.com

AUGUST 16TH + 23RD

Keehner Park Concert Series

Keehner Park Amphitheater, 7411 Barret Road, West Chester | 7:00 PM

Pack a picnic and a chair to enjoy the August lineup of the free, family-friendly Keehner Park Concert Series, live at the amphitheater. On August 16, hear the band Title 14. August 23 brings the sounds of Blue Stone Ivory. WestChesterOH.org

AUGUST 23RD

Hops in the Hangar

Middletown Regional Airport, 1707 Run Way, Middletown | 4:00 PM

Butler County Warbirds Museum’s annual Hops in the Hangar event returns to Middletown Regional Airport, 4-9 p.m. on August 23.

The 21+ event features 30+ local craft breweries and food trucks, an air show overhead and a display of historic aircraft and artifacts. Proceeds benefit selected nonprofits and the Betty Stagg-Turner Memorial Scholarship for Women in Aviation. HopsInTheHangar.com

SEPTEMBER 1ST

West Chester Symphony Labor Day Concert

Keehner Park Amphitheater, 7411 Barret Road, West Chester | 6:30 PM

Come enjoy a summer send-off show, a music performance of the West Chester Symphony Orchestra at their annual concert at Keehner Park in West Chester. The event is free of charge. WestChesterSymphony.org

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