I just learned of the death of Atarah Jablonsky at age 92 on July 14, 2020 (see Obituary at Weill Funeral Home). She and her family lived at 49 Burton Woods Lane for many years. She was one of the first persons to welcome me and my husband into the block and the neighborhood. As a pianist, […]
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About Your Neighbors: September 2020
Mecklenburg Gardens, Cincinnati, Ohio owned by the Harten Family of North Avondale was featured in “History In Your Own Backyard” Established in 1865, Mecklenburg Gardens is Cincinnati’s oldest restaurant. Located near the University of Cincinnati this restaurant is the cornerstone of the German community and even boasts Christian Moerlein as […]
Around the Neighborhood: September 2020
On a beautiful day artist Karen Heyl’s dolphin bench was dedicated at the North Avondale Recreation Center. Many people attended to commemorate Pamela Smitherman: a North Avondale resident and former Board Member; mother; wife and CPS educator who left us way to soon. They respectively wore masks and were social distancing. […]
NANA Executive Board Message: July 2020
Hello Neighbors, 2020 has been a unique year in the history of our city and our nation. We are faced with great challenges, but also great opportunities. As we move forward as a new Executive Board we want to address our neighborhood and as a group make it clear where […]
In Memoriam: July 2020
Judith Bain Titchener (formerly of Rose Hill) Judy passed away peacefully on May 11, 2020 after a long battle with dementia. She was born in Cincinnati, September 7, 1941. Devoted wife of the late James L. Titchener, MD and stepmother to late Antoinette (Annie). Judy was preceded in death by her parents […]
About Your Neighbors: July 2020
Jordan Shepherd of Warwick graduates from St. Clement. He will be going to Roger Bacon next year and playing football. Congratulations Jordan!! Car Parade Held for Local Volunteer, Former Educator, Barbara Smitherman YWCA honored longtime volunteer, former educator and community matriarch, Barbara Smitherman on Saturday, June 20 th with a car parade past her family […]
In Memoriam: Rabbi Sigma “Sissy” Faye Coran
Rabbi Sigma “Sissy” Faye Coran: Rabbi, teacher, mother, wife age 54, passed away May 8, 2020. She was the beloved daughter of Aubie (Sandy) Coran and the late Susan Coran and daughter-in-law of Marvin and Gerry Kraus; devoted spouse of Rabbi Matthew Kraus ; loving mother of Jacob (Kim) Kraus-Preminger, and Shirah, Micah, & Eden Kraus; dear […]
President’s Message: June 2020
Hello Neighbors, I write to you this month with a heavy heart in the midst of the turmoil in our City and our Nation. Addressing issues of systemic inequality and the legacy of racism during a global pandemic was not on my agenda for 2020, but here we are. So, how […]
President’s Message: April 2020
Hello Neighbors, What a year this month has been! It has been a challenge adjusting to these extraordinary circumstances and doing our best to stay healthy and sane. In the midst of everything, I am constantly reminded what a great community North Avondale is! One look at social media will […]
From Your Neighbors: March 2020
View the video of former NAM student, Diana H. She has the lead role in “Annie” opening at the Taft Theatre on February 7. She is the first African-American to star in the role! Congrats! Principal Lewis On behalf of The Wolking Team of Comey & Shepherd, LLC ., I wish to take a […]