January 26, 2024
News and information from the City of Blue Ash
Inside this issue:

  • Invasive species removal at Summit Park
  • Free tax prep available to certain individuals and families in Blue Ash
  • Free 55+ event on 2/1 with a focus on fashion
  • Festival of the Arts Opening Night set for 2/23
  • We're hiring tennis assistants and more
  • Events and important dates
Invasive species removal at Summit Park
The Ohio River Foundation (ORF) worked with Blue Ash staff members and corporate volunteers to remove thousands of invasive species from Summit Park in 2023.

Volunteers and staff combed through 21.5 acres of park property. Species including Sweetclover, Canada Thistle, Poison Hemlock, and Callery Pear were removed. These invasive plants and others spread aggressively, impact soil chemistry, increase erosion, and decrease wildlife habitats, according to the ORF’s 2023 Impact Report.

The ORF report states that there has been tremendous new growth of native species in areas where the invasive species were removed. Read more.
Free tax prep available to elderly and low- to moderate-income individuals and families
Free tax preparation is available for the elderly and low- to moderate-income individuals in Blue Ash and the surrounding communities. 

The AARP Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program is offering these services at the Sharonville Community Center and Mayerson Jewish Community Center. Read more.
Free 55+ event on 2/1 at the Recreation Center
The Cincinnati Art Museum is coming to the Recreation Center to give a fun presentation on local dressmakers and designers.

This FREE program for 55+ will happen on February 1 at 10 a.m.
Festival of the Arts Opening Night set for 2/23
Hundreds of local PreK-12 students will show off their creative artwork at the Festival of the Arts in Blue Ash!

Opening night is set for February 23 from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road.

The free event features paintings, sculptures, and crafts, created by students from multiple schools in the region.
We're hiring!
Join the Blue Ash team!

We are hiring an Assistant Swim Coach, Tennis Assistants, and more at www.blueash.com/jobs.
More events and important dates
in Blue Ash
Click the links below for more information on these important dates and events. For the complete online calendar, including free fitness and additional events, click here. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
5:00 p.m. Blue Ash Conference Room, 4343 Cooper Road

February 8: City Council Meeting
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 4343 Cooper Road

February 10: CPR/AED Class ($25)
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. North Fire Station, 10647 Kenwood Road

February 14: Valentine's Day
Ash Wednesday

February 19: Presidents Day
City Offices Closed

4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road

March 9: CPR/AED Class ($25)
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. North Fire Station, 10647 Kenwood Road
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