Events
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Feast at Jacob Hoffner Park. Everyone is encouraged to bring a traditional dish from their respective cultures to share, eating utensils to reduce waste, and a blanket/lawn chair. Copper Face United Powwow Troupe will perform from 5:30pm-6:30pm. We look forward to celebrating our vibrant community!
Traditional CHamoru weaving workshops at the Urban Native Collective. These events will be limited to 15 attendees, prioritizing Indigenous community members. More info to come!
Participants must register to attend.
Artist Speaker Series at the Aronoff Center’s Jarson-Kaplan Theater, featuring artist’s talks from our Ancestral Visions, Future Dreams exhibition. We hope to see you there for a time of inspiration, education, and conversation! Following our speaker series, we encourage you to view our art exhibition.
Art Exhibition Opening Party at the Contemporary Arts Center with exhibition opening at the Contemporary Arts Center, and youth exhibition opening at the 21C Museum Hotel, directly next door. This event will showcase the work of Indigenous artists and youth and feature performances from the Copper Face United Powwow Troupe and DJ Creepingbear. Indigenous Chef will serve a select menu of food items for purchase. We hope you can join us for this celebration of art & community!
Join us for our once a month free climbing night!
This program is a part of our Fitness Initiative and is for our Indigenous community.
Urban Native Collective’s Climbing and Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community. By combining the physical challenges of climbing with tailored fitness activities, this program offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous individuals to improve their overall well-being.
Returning community members, please email cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will join us.
New members, please complete this form before joining us.
See you there!
Join us for our once a month beading and craft circle.
This program is a part of our Pathways to Wellness Initiative and is only open to the Indigenous women in our community.
Returning community members, please email cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will join us.
New members, please complete this form before joining us.
Join us at our Indigenous Pages Lending Library for our monthly book club!
Book club is open to our Indigenous community and Non Native allies.
We are currently reading A History of My Brief Body by Billy-Ray Belcourt.
Guests must email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to register!
Join us for our once a month walking and hiking group.
This is a part of our Fitness Initiative and is for our Indigenous community and their families.
Urban Native Collective’s Fitness Initiative aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community.
Returning community members, please email cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will join us.
New members, please complete this form before joining us.
See you there!
Join us for our once a month beading and craft circle.
This program is a part of our Pathways to Wellness Initiative and is only open to the Indigenous women in our community.
Returning community members, please email cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will join us.
New members, please complete this form before joining us.
Free Admission! Join us to celebrate Fruit, Foraging, Food Maps, and the 15-year anniversary of Edible Ohio Valley Magazine.
Event Details
4pm, Panel discussion with native fruit experts, facilitated by Alan Wight, featuring:
Sara Bir, Author, The Fruit Foragers Companion
Briana Mazzolini-Blanchard, ED, Urban Native Collective
Bryan Specht - Foraging Enthusiast and the Black Cap Campaign Contributor
Mel Melvin - Common Orchard Project, Permabuds, and Tikun Farm
5 - 8 pm, Eat and drink with friends while exploring a special exhibition, showcasing 10+ food and fruit foraging maps, including the release of 3 new ones, and a Black Raspberry Zine, tabling by Green Umbrella, Common Orchard, and Edible Ohio Valley Magazine.
Join us for our once a month free climbing night!
This is a part of our Fitness Initiative and is for our Indigenous community.
Urban Native Collective’s Climbing and Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community. By combining the physical challenges of climbing with tailored fitness activities, this program offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous individuals to improve their overall well-being.
Returning community members, please email cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will join us.
New members, please complete this form before joining us.
See you there!
Join friends and family at the Levitt Pavilion in Dayton as we celebrate World Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a concert from the blues/rock band, Indigenous.
Free Admission! All are Welcome!
Indigenous is a blues-rock band led by Mato Nanji, born and raised on the Yankton Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. Known for their powerful guitar riffs and soulful vocals, Indigenous blends traditional Native American influences with modern blues and rock. Mato Nanji’s music is deeply personal, reflecting his heritage and experiences. The band has released several acclaimed albums and toured extensively, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances and heartfelt lyrics.
Join us at our Indigenous Pages Lending Library for our monthly book club!
We are currently reading Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
Guests must email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to register!
Join us for our once a month walking and hiking group.
This is a part of our Fitness Initiative and is for our Indigenous community and their families.
Urban Native Collective’s Fitness Initiative aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community.
This month we will also spend a little time in our garden!
Please email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will be joining!
Free climbing prioritizing Indigenous children, youth, and adults.
Urban Native Collective’s Climbing and Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community. By combining the physical challenges of climbing with tailored fitness activities, this program offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous individuals to improve their overall well-being.
6-9 PM
Climb Cincy
Email cate@urbannativecollective.org to register.
Join us at our Indigenous Pages Lending Library for our monthly book club!
We are currently reading Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange
Guests must email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to register!
Monday, June 23rd at 7 p.m. at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
Hosted by Briana Mazzolini-Blanchard & Homer Shadowheart
Free with no registration required
Join us for our once a month walking and hiking group, prioritizing our Indigenous community and their families.
Urban Native Collective’s Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community.
Please email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will be joining!
Free climbing prioritizing Indigenous children, youth, and adults.
Urban Native Collective’s Climbing and Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community. By combining the physical challenges of climbing with tailored fitness activities, this program offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous individuals to improve their overall well-being.
6-9 PM
Climb Cincy
Email cate@urbannativecollective.org to register.
We are excited to be partnering with Green Umbrella on their 12th annual Midwest Sustainability Summit!
The Summit serves as a spark for connecting and learning together, deepening our resolve, and celebrating collaborative climate solutions.
This year’s theme explores the power of sustainable stories to inspire change, bridge divides, and create a resilient, equitable future.
Check out this year’s program featuring 100 speakers, 45 exhibitors, an art show, and live performances!
Learn more and register at https://midwestsustainabilitysummit.org/
Join us at our Indigenous Pages Lending Library for our monthly book club!
Guests must email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to register!
Join us for our once a month walking and hiking group, prioritizing our Indigenous community and their families.
Urban Native Collective’s Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community.
Please email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will be joining!
Free climbing prioritizing Indigenous children, youth, and adults.
Urban Native Collective’s Climbing and Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community. By combining the physical challenges of climbing with tailored fitness activities, this program offers a unique opportunity for Indigenous individuals to improve their overall well-being.
6-9 PM
Climb Cincy
Email cate@urbannativecollective.org to register.
Join us at our Indigenous Pages Lending Library for our monthly book club!
Guests must email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to register!
May 5th is Missing and Murdered Day of Awareness where we bring attention to the crisis affecting our Native relatives everyday.
Plant yourself in community!
Meet with orgs, non-profits, businesses, and groups that want your help with work on food sovereignty, environmental repair, mutual aid, community building, waste reduction, and more!
Sunday May 4th 1-3:30pm
Valley Park
3250 Colerain Avenue
Join us for an exciting day learning what Indigenous communities are doing across the country and the hemisphere to "wind the world well!"
https://www.ojisda.org/virtual-spring-summit-2025
Please share as it's up to us what future we will make for our children!
Monday, April 28th at 7 p.m. at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
Hosted by Briana Mazzolini-Blanchard & Homer Shadowheart.
Free with no registration required
The Brightside Music & Event Venue
Duration: 3 hr
Guy Jones has been a crucial figure in Ohio for decades, connecting Indigenous communities with agencies and promoting understanding of Indigenous rights.
Since his diagnosis in March 2024, Guy's life has changed significantly, as he faces ongoing medical treatments that bring heavy financial burdens.
To help cover his medical expenses, we aim to raise $3500 through this fundraiser. Every donation, no matter how small, will support his care and allow him to focus on healing.
Let's come together to offer Guy the love and support he has always provided to our community. Your help can make a real difference! Thank you!
Please get your ticket or donate here!
https://givebutter.com/GuyJones
Join us for our once a month walking and hiking group, prioritizing our Indigenous community and their families.
Urban Native Collective’s Fitness Program aims to promote physical health, cultural connection, and leadership empowerment within the Indigenous community.
Please email Cate@urbannativecollective.org to let us know you will be joining!
