College Hill Forum upcoming events

Derby Days Dog Show (3 May 2026)

Sun, 03 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Derby Days Dog Show Fundraiser!

Join the College Hill Forum for a Derby you won't forget! Dog costume contest and prizes. *Dogs must be well behaved and remain on leashes at all times.

Free admission | $5 Dog registration fee

When: Sunday, May 3rd 11AM-1PM

Where: Patrick's Park - 5923 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Check-in starting at 10:30am

for questions, please reach out to Events@Collegehillforum.com

Education Committee Meeting (6 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join the Education Committee and help with planning this year's Read Around the Block Literacy Program. See the Read Around the Block Page for details about this year's event.

Where: Brink Brewing - 5905 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Have questions? Email Lydia at Education@collegehillforum.com

Community Garden Meeting - Pleasant Hill Garden Tour (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the new College Hill Community Garden initiative as we tour Pleasant Hill Academy's garden and the Crawford Commons grounds.

Wear closed toe shoes and meet in the Library Parking lot!

There are two dates for this tour - May 7th & 14th from 6 PM - 7 PM

Have questions? connect with Lydia - lydia@collegehillforum.com

Community Garden Meeting - Pleasant Hill Garden Tour (14 May 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the new College Hill Community Garden initiative as we tour Pleasant Hill Academy's garden and the Crawford Commons grounds.

Wear closed toe shoes and meet in the Library Parking lot!

There are two dates for this tour - May 7th & 14th from 6 PM - 7 PM

Have questions? connect with Lydia - lydia@collegehillforum.com

Quality of Life Committee Meeting (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join the Quality of Life Committee to discuss what QOL looks like for College Hill residents and how we can come together and support each other!

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Have questions? Email LaRonda at VP@CollegeHillForum.com

Neighborhood Family Bike Ride (23 May 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Celebrate National Bike Month with a Neighborhood Family Bike Ride!

A relaxed, family‑friendly neighborhood bike ride with short stops at several houses along the route. Each stop will have something small for kids (stickers, popsicles, snacks, etc.). We’ll ride loosely together (if possible) at an easy pace and finish with a longer hang at the final stop.

More details to come!

To make this easy and fun for everyone, we’re looking for help with the following items:

Individually packaged snacks
Drinks (juice boxes, Gatorade, water, etc.)
Popsicles an frozen treats

Get connected with Mark - trafficsafety@collegehillforum.com

May Forum Meeting (26 May 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

All College Hill residents, businesses, and organizations are welcome to attend meetings. You don’t need to be a member to attend but consider joining for added benefits! Meetings which will be held at the College Hill Recreation Center and virtually via Zoom. See the Meetings Tab to easily join the Zoom.

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.

Events Committee Meeting (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Help plan upcoming forum events!

Where: Free Parking: Bar - 6200 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Have questions? Reach out to Amelia at Events@CollegHillForum.com

Kick-off Party - Read Around the Block (1 Jun 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join the College Hill Forum and Kick off the 2026 Read Around the Block summer literacy program! Grab you passport, learn about summer events and enter for a change to win 4 tickets to Kings Island! This is a free event for readers of all ages!

When: Monday, June 1 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: Patrick's Park - 5923 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Enter the Kings Island Ticket Giveaway by completing and filling out this form! Must be completed by an adult, 18 years or older. Raffle will be drawn at 7:00PM on 6/1/26. Must be present to win.

This event is apart of the 2026 Read Around the Block Literacy Program put on by the CHF Education Committee. Learn more about Read Around the Block and other events by visiting the Read Around the Block Page.

Book Crawl (21+) - Read Around the Block (4 Jun 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Everything you love about a bar crawl, just add books! Back by popular demand, join the CHF for two Book Crawls this summer! This event is for ages 21+. RSVP Required.

When: June 4th 6:00pm - 8:30pm | August 1st 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Where: Check-in at the College Hill Library branch. check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time.

Children's Story Time - Read Around the Block (6 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for an interactive Story time with our friend's at Household Books! This is a free event geared towards children 10 and under.

Dates: Saturday, June 6 & August 1 | Sunday, June 21 & July 19

When: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Book Club Unreliable Narrators - Read Around the Block (8 Jun 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for Read Anything Book Club and a lively conversation discussing Unreliable Narrators. No required reading, just casual conversation around the designated theme!

Dates: June 8th - Unreliable Narrators | July 6th - Time Travel | August 3rd - Strong Female Characters

When: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: College Hill Library Branch - 1400 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH

Spider-Man Comic Club - Read Around the Block (11 Jun 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join our Spider-Man Comic Club for a casual meetup focused on reading and discussing your favorite Spider-Man issues - bring any comic you like! This is a free event. Light snacks provided.

When: Thursday, June 11 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Where: Household Books- 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Audiobook Group Hike (18+) - Read Around the Block (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join likeminded book lovers for a group Audiobook hike at LaBoiteaux Woods!

When: Thursday, June 18 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: Laboiteaux Woods - 5400 Lanius Ln, Cincinnati, Ohio. Meet in the parking lot!

This event is for those who are 18+.
Learn more about Laboiteaux Woods and view trail maps here.
Limited parking available, carpool if possible.
Trails include steep hills. Sturdy, closed toe shoes are highly suggested.
Cellular service may be limited in the park. Download your audiobook in advance to prevent delays.

Children's Story Time - Read Around the Block (21 Jun 2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for an interactive Story time with our friend's at Household Books! This is a free event geared towards children 10 and under.

Dates: Saturday, June 6 & August 1 | Sunday, June 21 & July 19

When: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

June Forum Meeting (23 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.

Teen Silent Book Club - Read Around the Block (25 Jun 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

A relaxed, screen-free event where teens can unwind and connect in a welcoming space. Bring any book, enjoy quiet reading time, and stay after to chat and share recommendations. Light refreshments provided. This event is intended for Teens 13 - 17.

When: Thursday, June 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Blind Date with a Book (18+) - Read Around the Block (2 Jul 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Discover your own mystery book at our adults Blind Date with a Book Event! Books will be provided and wrapped with brief descriptions not to give away too much. This event is for 18+.

When: Thursday, July 2 6:00pm-8:30pm

Where: Big Chill Patio (out back) - 5912 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Book Club Time Travel- Read Around the Block (6 Jul 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for Read Anything Book Club and a lively conversation discussing Time Travel. No required reading, just casual conversation around the designated theme!

Dates: June 8th - Unreliable Narrators | July 6th - Time Travel | August 3rd - Strong Female Characters

When: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: College Hill Library Branch - 1400 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH

Adult Silent Book Club (18+) - Read Around the Block (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join our Silent Book Club for a quiet, low-pressure reading hour—bring any book, no assignments required. Optional time afterward to chat or share recommendations! Light refreshments provided. This event is intended for adults 18+.

When: Thursday, July 18 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Children's Story Time - Read Around the Block (19 Jul 2026)

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for an interactive Story time with our friend's at Household Books! This is a free event geared towards children 10 and under.

Dates: Saturday, June 6 & August 1 | Sunday, June 21 & July 19

When: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Dragon Ball Comic Club - Read Around the Block (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join our Dragon Ball Comic Club for a casual meetup focused on reading and discussing your favorite Dragon Ball issues - bring any comic you like! This is a free event. Light snacks provided.

When: Thursday, July 23 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Where: Household Books- 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

July Forum Meeting (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.

Children's Story Time - Read Around the Block (1 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join us for an interactive Story time with our friend's at Household Books! This is a free event geared towards children 10 and under.

Dates: Saturday, June 6 & August 1 | Sunday, June 21 & July 19

When: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Where: Household Books - 5854 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

Book Crawl (21+) - Read Around the Block (1 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Everything you love about a bar crawl, just add books! Back by popular demand, join the CHF for two Book Crawls this summer! This event is for ages 21+. RSVP Required.

When: June 4th 6:00pm - 8:30pm | August 1st 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Where: Check-in at the College Hill Library branch. check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time.

Book Club Strong Female Characters - Read Around the Block (3 Aug 2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for Read Anything Book Club and a lively conversation discussing Strong Female Characters! No required reading, just casual conversation around the designated theme!

Dates: June 8th - Unreliable Narrators | July 6th - Time Travel | August 3rd - Strong Female Characters

When: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: College Hill Library Branch - 1400 W North Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH

Wrap Party - Read Around the Block (8 Aug 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the CHF to Wrap Up the 2026 Read Around the Block series! Turn in your Passport, earn prizes and enter into raffles. Enjoy crafts, snacks, live music, games and much more!

More information to come!

When: Saturday, August 8 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Where: Patrick's Park - 5923 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH

September Forum Meeting (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.

October Forum Meeting (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.

November Forum Meeting (24 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

When: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Where: College Hill Recreation Center (5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH)

*Forum Meetings are held every month excluding the months of August and December.