Please replace your smoke alarm batteries twice a year. Once in October and once in April. The Cincinnati Fire Department also recommends having carbon monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers.
Author: NANA Content Updates
Queen City Book Bank Celebrates their 250th Little Free Library
On October 2nd, Queen City Book Bank celebrated their 250th Little Free Library at 720 E Mitchell Avenue. This Little Free Library is hosted by retired librarian, Connie Harris. Connie is a neighborhood engagement and community literacy advocate who became acquainted with Queen City Book Bank through her volunteerism with […]
September General Body Agenda
North Avondale Neighborhood Association (NANA) General Body Board Meeting Agenda Date: September 9, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: North Avondale Rec Center / Virtual 1. Call to Order and Welcome Time: 6:30 PM – 6:32 PM President: Dawn Johnson • Vote to step down for Candidate Speeches 2. Minutes […]
From Fall to Frost: Your Seasonal Cookie Class Lineup!
Join me at the Clifton Cultural Arts Center for a year-end journey of sugar, spice, and all things nice! Each of our seasonal cookie classes includes six delightful cookie designs, four icing colors, and all supplies provided. 1. Fall Faves – Saturday, September 27thCelebrate sweater weather with autumn-inspired cookies featuring […]
The Gay Gourmand
My name is Mike Montano and I’m a baker/cook who recently started my own website, The Gay Gourmand, where I share recipes and techniques. It’s a fun passion project of mine and I’m learning lots about flavor and pastry techniques; I plan on bringing some of my sweets to the annual BBQ […]
MetroRapid Public Meetings
Neighbors Gather at Bar 29 – North Avondale’s Local Bar & Grill
A group of North Avondale friends and neighbors got together on Saturday evening, August 16 at Bar 29 for a fun night of neighborly camaraderie. We were warmly welcomed by owner and NABA President, Shaquinta Joy-Love and her very personable bartender, KeeKee! The group was treated to Long Island Ice […]
Tracing Our Roots Back to Clinton Springs and Its Famous Waters
Ever wonder why people chose to settle in North Avondale in the 1800s? Mineral springs were an important draw, promising health, cool breezes, and an easy escape from the city’s heat. In the early-1800s, springs in the vicinity of Clinton Springs Avenue—including a well-documented spring near today’s North Avondale Montessori School […]
North Avondale Neighborhood Report
Exciting Development Coming to the Heart of North Avondale’s Business District!
A beloved piece of neighborhood history is getting a fresh new chapter. The Lenox Garage, a 1936 iconic example of Art Deco-style architecture, is set to be transformed into a vibrant mix of new housing and commercial space, bringing fresh energy and opportunity to our community. The owner of Smmarthousing […]