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LIGHT UP NCH - 2024

NOVEMBER 30, 20245:30 PM - 6:30 PM* Tree lighting is at 6:00 PM

7108 Hamilton Ave(Perkins Parking Lot)

WINTER WONDER ICE SKATING FESTIVAL

DECEMBER 20, 21 & 224PM - 8PM

LOCATION:NCH Community Senior Center1586 Goodman AveNorth College Hill, OH 45224

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SKATING RINK ADMISSON: $10/Person* Children age 3 or under free with each paid adult admission.* 2-Hour time slots available.

SKATING RINK TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE OR AT THE DOOR.* Registration is required to purchase tickets online.

Admission Includes:

• Admission Ticket & Parking Pass
• 2-Hour Skate Session
• Skate Rental
• Warming Station
• Restrooms

Available for Purchase at the Event:

• Concessions: Pizza, Chips, Hot & Cold Beverages
• Photos with Santa
• Vendor Booths

Hazardous Household Waste Drop Off EventSat. November 16, 2024 | 10am-12pm

1500 W Galbraith Rd Parking Lot

NO residency restrictions!

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We are excited to partner with Hamilton County ReSource and Clean Harbors Cincinnati for this event!

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS:

• Pesticides
• Herbicides
• Fertilizers
• Solvents & Thinners
• Lead paint
• Oil-based Paint & Stains
• Fluorescent Tubes
• Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
• Cleaners
• Pool Chemicals
• Driveway Sealers & Tar
• Mercury, Thermostats & Thermometers
• Smoke Detectors
• Non-Leaking Batteries

WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT THESE ITEMS:

Latex paint, unknown materials, roofing materials, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, flares, gun powder controlled substances, prescriptions, over the counter drugs, unmarked cylinders, propane tanks, helium tanks, CO2 tanks, fire extinguishers, gasoline, motor oil, oil/gasoline mix, lighter fluid, cooking oil, kerosene, lighter fluid, antifreeze, yard trimmings, appliances, computers and electronics, medical waste, tires and garbage.

For information about how to safely dispose of these items, please visit: www.HamiltonCountyR3source.org 

If you are unsure if your items will be accepted, please contact us at Community@NorthCollegeHill.org.

Our 3rd Annual Fall Festival is happening Sat. October 26 in the Goodman Avenue Business District. 

REFER TO THE MAP BELOW

Goodman Ave will be CLOSED to all non-event vehicle traffic between 5/3 Bank & DaVita Dialysis at 9AM, reopening by 8:00 PM.

Detour via Hamilton Ave for Family Dollar, all establishments in the same building as Super Laundry, and for the medical offices.

Detour via Galbraith Rd for Fricker's.

Regular access will be maintained via Goodman Ave to 5/3 Bank, and all establishments in the same building as Penn Station.

Event Information

The NCH Fall Festival is a "block party" style event which will take place on Goodman Avenue, between Hamilton & Galbraith.

In addition to a craft & vendor fair, this year's event will include trunk or treat hosted by NCH city schools, carnival games & prizes, extreme attractions, make & take crafts, a quiet play zone, touch a truck, family photo booth, local radio personality JD Hughes & live entertainment.

• EVENT DATE: Saturday, October 26, 2024
• EVENT TIME: 2:00 - 5:00 PM
• EVENT LOCATION: Goodman Ave Business District
• VENDORS / NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS - Sign up HERE!

The "Headin' for the Hill" Car Show is will take place on Monday, September 2 (Labor Day) in the Galbraith Road Business District. 

Galbraith Rd will be CLOSED to all non-event vehicle traffic between Mulberry & Greismer at 7:00 AM, reopening by 6:00 PM.

In addition, Goodman & Greismer will have parking restrictions in place to allow non-event vehicles to detour & for the Metro bus to bypass the event. 

The Municipal Parking Lot located at 1804 Galbraith Rd. will also be CLOSED for event tent setup starting Fri. 8/30, reopening on Tues. 9/3. 

Arrangements and Funeral Procession Information for Firefighter Lt. Doug "Socks" Eikens

Lt. Eikens was an active member of the Fire Department at the time of his passing. Therefore, we are committed to honoring him with the utmost respect and dignity befitting his many years of selfless service to our communities.

On Friday, August 23, the public is invited to a Visitation at St Ann's Church, located at 2900 Galbraith Rd. Please enter through the east driveway.

On Saturday, August 24, Mass will take place at St. Ann's from 9:30 to 10:30 AM.

Following the service at 10:30 AM, Lt. Eikens' funeral procession will be escorted from St. Ann's to St. Mary's Cemetery by North College Hill Fire Dept and North College Hill Police Dept. along with Colerain Twp Fire Department.

The procession will follow a loop through Colerain Township and the City of North College Hill, pausing in front of Colerain Twp Fire Station #26, and the NCH Fire Station, before continuing to St. Mary's Cemetery via Reagan Highway and I-75.

The cemetery service will begin at 11:30 AM at St. Mary's.

Please refer to the attached maps & detailed procession information for the full route and expected timing of traffic impacts. 

You may also download a PDF of the full schedule.

Mon. September 2, 2024 (Labor Day)

In addition to the amazing cars that will be in the show, this family-friendly event will include a Swap Meet, 50-50 / Split-the-Pot Raffle, and radio personality J.D. Hughes.

DOWNLOAD & SHARE this year's event flyer! (PDF)

EVENT INFORMATIONMonday, September 2, 2024 (Labor Day)

• Vehicle Registration: 9am - 12pm - All event vehicles must be registered.
• Show Opens to the Public: 12pm - Admission is FREE!
• Awards: 4pm - In the event of excessive heat, trophies will be awarded at 3pm.

ADMISSION IS FREE!Food vendors & Kona Ice will be available for purchase, in addition to several restaurants within walking distance of the event.There are also two city parks with playgrounds located nearby.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

• Event Location: "Downtown" North College Hill - GPS: 1804 Galbraith Rd, 45239
• Vehicle Registration: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Check in at the Checkered Flag!
  • Contest participants MUST register by 12:00 PM. NO EXCEPTIONS!
• Dash Plaques for first 150 Vehicles
• Best in Show; Top 50; Commander's Choice Awards

VOLUNTEER & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESThis event is a huge undertaking, and requires the support of volunteers & sponsors to be successful. If you are interested in volunteering or making a donation, please contact Event Coordinator, Joe Krimmer, or NCH Recreation at Recreation@NorthCollegeHill.org. 

From the Office of the Mayor:

Dear North College Hill Community,

It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that I inform you of the death of our friend and colleague, Doug Eikens, who passed away unexpectedly on August 15, 2024. 

The entire City of North College Hill team wishes to express our deepest condolences to Doug’s family and friends at this difficult time.

A life-long resident of NCH, Doug served the city for several years, in multiple positions.  Most recently, he was our city’s Code Enforcement Officer, CPR/AED trainer, and Fire Inspector. 

Doug was a well-liked member of the NCH family, who warmly greeted his co-workers every day with words of kindness, asking “How are you doing today?” – and he really wanted to know!

He will truly be missed by everyone who had the privilege of working with him.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Mayor Tracie Nichols

The community is cordially invited to attend a Rededication & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Stapleton Park on Sunday, August 25 at 12:30 PM.

The park is located at 1504 Collegewood Ln, at the corner of Northridge.

Renovations include new play structures for older children & toddlers, a new tire swing & toddler swings, and new picnic tables made from recycled materials. An ADA accessible paved pathway now leads to the playground areas & new bicycle parking pad.

The park was last renovated in 1998.

Ohio Revised Code (R.C.) § 3743.45 (as effective July 1, 2022) and Ohio Fire Code (OFC) § 5626 (effective July 3, 2022) apply and can be read in their entirety via the links provided. Relevant OFC provisions outline how 1.4G consumer fireworks must be used and stored by consumers.  

Download a PDF summary of the current State of Ohio Fireworks law, or visit the Ohio Fire Marshal's website to learn more.

Upcoming Senior Center Activities: July & August

All activities are "drop in" unless otherwise noted. Please click the links for more information about each activity, including how to sign up (if required). This announcement will be updated as more activities are added. Subscribe here to receive updates.

JULY

• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:00 AM | Seniors: Chair Volleyball Practice
• July 10 @ 11:30 AM | Seniors: OSU Extension Office Nutrition Class
• July 22 @ 11:00 AM | Seniors: Clovernook Garden Club "Make & Take Craft"
• July 24 @ 10:00 AM | Seniors: Burlington House Information Session: "Alzheimers & Dementia"
• July 25 @ 10:00 AM | Youth (Ages 9-12): "Come Fly with 4-H" (Registration required.)

AUGUST

• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:00 AM | Seniors: Chair Volleyball Practice
• August 3 & 4 @ 9:00 AM | Community: Hwy 127 Yard Sale (Registration & address verification required.)
• August 5 - October 14 (Mon & Wed) @ 11:00 AM | Seniors: COA "BINGOcize" Classes (Registration ends July 29.)

QUESTIONS?

• Senior Activities: 513-521-1586 | Seniors@NorthCollegeHill.org
• Youth/Community Activities: 513-728-4486 | Recreation@NorthCollegeHill.org

On Monday, May 27th 2024 the Wesley Werner American Legion Post 513 will be holding their annual parade and Memorial Day services in Mt. Healthy, Ohio.

The parade will start at Perry St. and Hastings at the Mt. Healthy dairy bar and will start at 2:00pm. The parade will end at the Veterans Memorial in the Mt. Healthy Park.

You are cordially invited to participate in helping us to remember and honor all veterans and current members of our armed forces.

For more information, or to register for the parade, please contact Heidi Whitaker at 729-0061 after 3:00pm or 513-205-3012 or email alpost513@fuse.net

On April 27, we will celebrate Arbor Day & Earth Day by providing THREE ways to get involved & help Keep NCH Beautiful! If you have any questions, or would like to sign up to volunteer, please reach out to us at Community@NorthCollegeHill.org.

• 9am - 12pm - City Clean Up Day
  • Volunteers should check in by 11am at 1586 Goodman Ave (NCH Senior Center)
  • All supplies will be provided
  • Light refreshments & water will be available for volunteers.
• 10pm - 12pm - Arbor Day Celebration
  • Volunteers should check in by 10am at 1586 Goodman Ave (NCH Senior Center)
  • Join us to plant trees to beautify our city!
  • The NCH Historical Society and other local organizations will have informational booths for you to browse.
• 10am - 12pm - Drive & Drop Recycling Event: Soft Plastics
  • 1500 W Galbraith Rd (Former City Admin Office Parking Lot)
  • We are thrilled to be working with Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub as well as Hamilton County ReSource for this event.
  • There is no need to get out of your car! Simply drive in, and we will unload your clean & dry 'hard to recycle' soft plastics from your car for you.
  • Tell your friends & family! NCH residency is NOT required for this event.
  • Here is a list of acceptable items. All items must be clean and dry.
    • Plastic grocery bags
    • Plastic pallet wrap
    • Bread bags
    • Dry cleaning bags
    • Plastic newspaper sleeves
    • Plastic package overwrap
    • Bubble wrap
    • Plastic shipping mailers
    • Air pillows

The North College Hill Senior Community Center is now open for Senior activities on Monday & Wednesday mornings from 9am to 12pm. Feel free to stop by and say hello, and introduce yourself to our Senior Programs Coordinator, Coleen Ellis. She would enjoy a conversation with you over a (free!) cup of coffee to learn more about how the NCH Senior Center can better serve you. NCH residency not required. Coleen can be reached by phone at (513) 521-1586, or by email at Seniors@NorthCollegeHill.org. The Senior Center's address is 1586 Goodman Ave, 45224. [Pictured: NCH Chair Volleyball team vs. Whitewater Valley Senior Center, June 14, 2023.]

National Weather Service Spotter Training | April 11, 2024: This course educates attendees on critical weather information and the National Weather Service (NWS) SKYWARN program established with partner organizations. SKYWARN is a volunteer program of trained severe weather spotters. These volunteers help keep their local communities safe by providing timely and accurate reports of severe weather to the NWS. This course covers the basics of thunderstorm development, fundamentals of storm structure, identifying potential severe weather features, information to report, how to report information, and basic severe weather safety. NWS encourages anyone with an interest in public service to join the SKYWARN program. Click HERE to register for this offering.

Become a Neighborhood Navigator! 

WeTHRIVE! is accepting applications for 2024 Neighborhood Navigators! 

2024 WeTHRIVE! Flyer

Navigators are local community members who get a small stipend to help support the activities of the WeTHRIVE! Team. 

Applications are due by Friday, February 16th. 

Learn more & apply here --> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLWMxREbu_gFZrilioLPfaRozAcyV69iHN0QQ2tKSmIF5Vtw/viewform

Hamilton County has partnered with Victus Advisors, a leading sports facility consulting firm, to assess our current sports facilities and identify potential needs for new or expanded facilities. Your input is crucial to this process!Take this quick 10-minute survey to share your experiences as an athlete, parent, or coach in Hamilton County's youth and amateur sports organizations. Your insights will help us benchmark our facilities against other sports destinations and guide future planning.

Make your mark on Hamilton County's sports landscape!

Complete the survey: https://www.research.net/r/HamiltonCountySportsCommunitySurvey

Halloween Trick or Treat in North College Hill will take place on Tuesday, October 31 from 6pm to 8pm. If you WILL be handing out candy, please turn on your porch light, and make sure the path to your front door is clear of tripping hazards. If you will NOT be handing out candy (or if you run out), simply leave your porch light off, and do not answer the door unless you are expecting company. Additional Halloween safety tips for drivers and walkers can be found online at: https://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips, or https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/halloween.html

Fall Festival returns on October 21 from 1pm to 5pm in the Goodman Ave Business District.

The Headin' for the Hill Car Show returns this Monday, September 4 (Labor Day). This event will span the entire length of the Galbraith Road business district, between Griesmer (near Skyline Chili) and Mulberry (near Simpson). 

GALBRAITH ROAD - Will be CLOSED between 7am & 6pm. Parking restrictions will be enforced.

GOODMAN AVE - Metro bus service will DETOUR to Goodman Ave. Parking restrictions will be enforced.

Please plan accordingly!

As one of several beautification projects which will be taking place throughout NCH this summer, the City has engaged Monté Jones, a NCH resident and professional artist, to paint three decorative murals along Alley B at the intersections of 2nd Alley, 3rd Alley and 4th Alley. These large street murals will beautify the space between the Galbraith Rd commercial district and the residential neighborhood along Goodman Ave, which is frequently traveled by walkers and bicyclists. This project begins the week of June 12, and is expected to be completed by June 30. Expect intermittent road closures while the artist is at work.

The parade route for 2023 has been altered slightly, due to construction on Hamilton Avenue. The parade will process through residential neighborhoods as well as business districts along Goodman, Hamilton, Bising (NOT Centerridge!), LaBoiteaux and Galbraith. The parade will end in front of the NCH Public Safety building at 1646 W Galbraith. Closures will begin at 11am - please plan accordingly!

The below Metro Routes will experience service interruptions:

• The #41 Metro route will detour via Goodman Ave.
• The #17 Metro route will experience a brief delay between 11:00 AM & 11:15 AM, or until the parade procession clears Hamilton Ave.

This event has been POSTPONED until April 29 due to inclement weather in the forecast.

Due to inclement weather in the forecast, our first Food Truck Friday event of the season has been postponed until March 17. Tailgate or Take Out - we hope to see you there!