Community Connections Newsletter
August 19, 2026
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Check out what's new in this issue!
- Who Dey Dance
- Free Fall Event at Neiderman Farms
- Honk-a-thon to thank DSPs
- Parent Support Group
- Run With Me Cincy
- Inclusion Seekers Pop-up Story
- Strategic Plan Listening Sessions
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Who Dey Dance
Thursday, September 10 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Wear your favorite football gear and dance the night away with the GE Band at our Annual Who Dey Dance! Light snacks and drinks will be provided! The entrance cost will be $1 per person at the door. Please register by Friday, September 4. Click to register for the Who Dey Dance.
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Free Fall Event at Neiderman Farms
Friday, September 11 from 5 - 9 p.m.
Grace Recreation Center and Luke5Adventures are offering this free event for families in the DD Community. The event includes access to the pumpkin patch, hay rides, corn mazes, games, animals, and a $5 pumpkin voucher. Water is provided and food will be available for purchase. Luke 5 Adventures will be offering rides on the Rosies through the corn maze and around the farm on a first come first served basis. Stop by their tent to reserve a time! This is for people who need physical support to maneuver their way through the cornfields. Click here to register for the Fall Fun 4 Everyone event.
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Honk-A-Thon to thank DSPs
Wednesday, September 16 from noon - 1 p.m.
Help show your love for DSPs (direct support professionals or professional caregivers) at our annual Honk-A-Thon. We’ll line up on High Street near Inspiration Studios and hold signs. You can bring your own sign or use one that we’ll provide. Help us make a ruckus as we show our gratitude for DSPs.
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Parent Support Group
Thursday, September 17 from noon - 1 p.m.
Monthly meeting for parents seeking community and support. Topics of discussion are self-directed and often feature experts on various topics related to aging while raising an adult child with developmental disabilities. Check our calendar for more information.
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Run With Me Cincy
MONDAYS September 21-October 26, from 5:45 p.m.-6:15 p.m.
Run With Me: Cincy is a nonprofit running group that brings together individuals with developmental disabilities through running, with support from caring volunteers. The program provides an inclusive and encouraging environment where participants can enjoy exercise, build confidence, and connect with others. The event takes place at the Lakota West Freshman Running Track in West Chester, Ohio. Click here to sign up for Run With Me Cincy.
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Dress for Success at BCBDD
Wednesday, September 30, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Dress for Success Mobile Boutique is coming back to the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities! This is a great opportunity for women who are enrolled in supports at BCBDD to shop for free professional clothing for work, interviews, or any occasion where they want to look and feel their best. There are 10–30 spots available, so be sure to sign up early! To help the Dress for Success team find the best clothing options for you, please complete the Style Kit Form before the event. The form asks about your clothing sizes, style preferences, and more. Fill out the Dress for Success form.
If you would like to attend this event, please reach out to your SSA.
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Inclusion Seekers Pop-Up Story
Aug 20, 2026 12:00 PM
Join Inclusion Seekers’ August Pop-Up Story for an hour of stories, ideas, and inspiration focused on building stronger connections in your neighborhood. Hear real-life examples and simple ways to celebrate Good Neighbor Day, such as welcoming someone new, sharing a skill, creating a gathering, or finding ways to connect. Come listen, learn, and leave with ideas you can bring into your own community.
Click here to register for inclusion seekers.
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We Thrive Together Virtual Events Calendar
We Thrive Together holds over 300 virtual events each month to keep people connected! From virtual Line Dancing to Taco Tuesday to Speed Friends, We Thrive Together has a virtual event for everyone to join! View We Thrive Together's Virtual Calendar.
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Virtual Aktion Club Event
This is your chance to connect, learn, and thrive with a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a real difference. Whether you’re looking for personal growth, meaningful connections, or new opportunities, this is the place for YOU! The Aktion club meets the 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. EST.
Register for virtual Aktion Club
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Speak Up Self Advocacy Group
Next regular meeting is on Tuesday, September 22, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join the BCBDD advocacy group, Speak Up! Everyone can be a self-advocate! Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of each month at the Janet Clemmons Center and focus on ways to advocate for yourself and your community.
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Strategic Planning Listening Sessions
Help shape our future! Join us for a Strategic Planning Listening Session to share your ideas, perspectives, and priorities. Your input will help guide our organization’s goals and direction for the years ahead.
- Sept. 17 from noon - 1 p.m. at the Janet Clemmons Center
- Oct. 1 from 10:30 - 11:30 at My Launchpad Academy
- Oct. 8 from 4:30 - 5:30 at the Janet Clemmons Center
Click here to view the Strategic Plan Listening Session events.
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Butler County Cooling Stations
Beat the Heat: Local Cooling Stations
Don't let extreme temperatures put your health at risk. When the heat index rises, local cooling stations are available to provide safe, air-conditioned refuge for anyone in need. These free facilities offer a place to sit, relax, and stay hydrated.
Most locations are operating during regular business hours, but availability may be extended during severe heat advisories.
Click here to find a cooling location near you.
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Research Opportunity for Middle School Students With Autism
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is recruiting autistic middle school students (grades 5–8) for the Skills Builder Research Study, an 8-week program designed to strengthen academic or social skills. Families can receive a free intervention and earn up to $300 for completing study visits.
Participants will take part in either:
- AIMS – Builds organization, planning, and homework skills.
- BESST – Develops conversation, friendship, and social skills.
Interested families can complete a brief eligibility screener at: Click to complete the Autism Skills Builder Study e-Screener. For more information, email skillsbuilder@cchmc.org or call 513-636-5994.
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