Happy October Everyone! This month I was invited to visit the annual Rose Hill block party. It was quite impressive! Good food, kids games, live music, and neighbors catching up. It’s exactly the kind of social connection we need these days. I’m excited to explore what NANA can do to […]
Author: NANA President
From the President – September 2026
Happy September Neighbors, Hopefully everyone has been able to handle the intense weather we’ve had over the past month: flash floods, high winds, power outages, fallen trees, and heat waves! UGH! It’s humbling to be reminded how small we are next to the forces of nature. I’m praying for some […]
From the President – August 2026
This past August 5th marks an important milestone for North Avondale. After years of work by dedicated neighborhood volunteers, all of Cincinnati City Council approved the North Avondale Historic District (with the exception of Evan Nolan). This designation represents years of thoughtful discussion, community engagement, and collaboration between residents and the City. Why […]
To our neighbors on Kessler Avenue, Wuest Street, and Kessler Place
To our neighbors on Kessler Avenue, Wuest Street, and Kessler Place: Please take a few minutes to review the City’s Revive Cincinnati Plan for the Mitchell Avenue area: https://engagetheteam.com/stakeholder-review-draft The plan is intended to serve as a shared vision between the City and area residents for how this part of the neighborhood […]
From the President – July 2026
This coming Tuesday, July 14th, our NANA General Meeting will focus on answering your questions about how Historic District designation could affect your specific home improvement ideas. This meeting will NOT be held at the North Avondale Recreation Center. Instead, we’ll meet at the Avon Woods Nature Center (4235 Paddock Rd.), located […]
President’s Message – April 2026
A Neighborhood Worth Protecting A neighborhood is not just a place on a map.It is a living story written by those who choose to protect it. There are moments in a neighborhood’s life when it becomes clear that we are not just maintaining a place… we are shaping history. This […]
President’s Message – September 2025
“The strength of a community lies not in its ability to hold space for difference, but in its ability to move forward together.” – Unknown Dear North Avondale Family, September brings us back together. After our two month recess, I am so looking forward to gathering with you in person […]
President’s Message – August 2025
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” – Coretta Scott King Dear North Avondale Family, August is here, and with it comes the warmth of summer still in the air , and the momentum of a community that continues to show […]
President’s Message – June 2025
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.” – Helen Keller This past month, North Avondale gathered in the spirit of unity and progress for our Annual Meeting and what an incredible afternoon it was. It was an honor to stand among so many caring neighbors and […]
President’s Message – May 2025
“There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about.” — Margaret Wheatley Dear Neighbors, There is something about May that invites us to breathe deeper, smile wider, and look around with gratitude. As flowers stretch skyward and porches fill with life, I see in every corner […]