Empty Bowls is an international grassroots movement that began in 1990 to raise awareness and funds for local organizations fighting hunger. What started as a student art project has grown into event held around the world, where guests share a simple mean and take home a handcrafted bowl as a reminder that hunger is an ongoing issue in every community, including Loveland. The 2026 Empty Bowls event marks the fifth year of supporting LIFE Food Pantry in Loveland. Here are the

The date is set and cast revealed for this year’s Dancing with the Stars competition, hosted by Loveland’s NEST Community Learning Center. This year’s Dancing with the Stars will take place Friday, October 23, at 6:00 pm at the Oasis Golf and Conference Center. Inspired by the popular TV series, NEST’s DWTS pairs local Loveland celebrities and community leaders with professional dancers to compete for bragging rights and the coveted mirror-ball trophy. Of course, the bigge

Miami Township is wrapping up its Second Saturday event series with a day celebrating history, veterans, classic cars and community spirit on Saturday, September 12, at Miami Meadows Park. The Miami Township Recreation Department will host a Vintage Baseball Game & Veterans Appreciation Car Showat the park, located at 1546 State Route 131 in Milford. Admission is free. The event will feature the return of the Vintage Baseball Game, with the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame & Muse

Downtown Loveland is getting ready to celebrate all things GARAGE with a weeklong Garage Fest featuring local businesses, live music, trivia, food specials, activities and a major prize giveaway. The celebration runs Sunday, August 16 through Saturday, August 22, with Garage Beer and 11 participating Loveland establishments teaming up for a passport-style tour of downtown. Visitors can pick up a Garage Fest Passport at any participating stop and spend the week collecting stam

Event Details Clean Our Closet Fundraiser (Pay What You Wish) Wednesday, August 5 4:00–8:00 p.m. RePete’s Closet for Kids 541 Loveland Madeira Road Loveland, OH 45140

Families looking for a fun way to spend a summer evening are invited to the Miami Township Civic Center on Friday, July 31, for a celebration of music, patriotism, and family entertainment as part of the nation's America 250 celebration. The evening begins at 7 p.m. with a free patriotic concert by the Sycamore Community Band, a full symphonic ensemble made up of talented musicians from throughout the region. The volunteer band is dedicated to musical excellence and will perf

The Loveland Museum Center is preparing for its largest fundraiser of the year, and this year's annual Tag Sale promises to be bigger than ever. Taking place August 13–16, the four-day event will feature plenty of unique items and a bake sale with all proceeds supporting the museum's mission to preserve Loveland's rich history.

What better way to beat the summer heat than with a scoop (or two) of the good stuff? Sunday, July 19th is National Ice Cream Day and Lovelanders have good options for celebrating with several local shops. See details and special offerings below: Graeter's Ice Cream 110 2nd Street, Loveland Offer: Rewards members get a one-scoop sugar cone for $1.56 Loveland Dairy Whip 611 West Loveland Ave., Loveland Offer: All toppings are free! Special product offering: Smores Campfire Waf

July 13-19th marks the return of Cincinnati Burger Week, and the popular event has reached our neck of the woods. The official Cincinnati Burger Week website lists Bishop's Quarter as the only participating restaurant in Loveland proper. However, just beyond Loveland's borders, several local restaurants are participating with special offerings this week. See details below: Bishop's Quarter: Backyard Bayou Burger for $8 Cartridge Brewing: Cartridge Burger for $8 Deshea's: Let'

From beginning to end, the annual Loveland July 4th parade was filled with residents, floats, politicians and commercial vehicles. From the Shriners to mowers to Ghostbusters with a few Loveland frogs in between. New this year, a float competition, which included a tall tree from the Love Our Land float. The parade saw a good turnout of spectators despite 93° at parade time. A longer than normal forty three minute parade. Happy 4th! Click through the gallery to see all the p

The Grail will welcome the community to Grailville on Friday, July 18, for the opening reception of Sacred Memories: Keeping Generational Stories Alive Through Quilts, a powerful art exhibit exploring the connections between memory, family history, and cultural identity through the timeless tradition of quilting.

At the intersection of hometown pride and national pride is July 4th in Loveland – and no place does it better! This year is particularly auspicious, with 2026 marking the nation’s 250th birthday and Loveland’s 150th. Here are some highlights of Loveland’s July 4th celebration on Saturday: Shuttle Service Avoid downtown traffic and parking headaches! Free shuttle service will be available throughout the day. Two routes are offered: · Loveland High School to Veterans

On Friday, June 26, downtown Loveland will gain a long-anticipated sandwich shop when Favorite Things Deli & Market celebrates its grand opening. The deli, located in the space formerly occupied by Cocoa Bites bakery, will feature a “grab-n-go” deli concept, with some pre-made sandwiches and wraps, and most items made to order. It will also include a bodega/small grocery featuring local goods. Loveland Daily News sat down with owner Leah Moss and store manager Josh Moss to le

In support of improving the health and well-being of men, we are offering free appointments for men during the month of June.

The quiet work of caring for a community often happens out of sight. For many residents in the 45140-zip code, the Loveland LIFE Food Pantry is more than a place to receive groceries — it is a source of stability, dignity and hope during difficult times. Those who struggle financially are not always visible in everyday life. Hardship can be easy to overlook, especially when an organization operates as effectively and seamlessly as the Loveland LIFE Food Pantry. There is an

The arrival of warm weather sets Loveland buzzing with activity, and no place is busier than the hub of activity at Loveland Paddlesports. Set on the banks of the Little Miami River, in the heart of historic downtown, Loveland Paddlesports (formerly Loveland Canoe & Kayak) has become a Loveland institution – owned and operated by the Bersani family. The business was born in 2004, when Mark and Robyn Bersani bought Bruce’s Loveland Canoe from the Crutchfield family. For nine y

ohiodnr.gov Each spring, the white blossoms of Callery pear trees dot neighborhoods across Loveland. While they may look beautiful, city officials are reminding residents that these trees are far from harmless. According to a recent post on Facebook from the city government, many of those flowering trees are Callery pears—an invasive species that spreads aggressively and disrupts local ecosystems. Originally introduced for ornamental use, the trees have since escaped cultivat

Much like dandelions and weeds, springtime brings roadwork. This spring is no different. Two projects begin on June 1st and will last until approximately August 1st.

2026 marks Loveland’s Sesquicentennial Anniversary, and the city is kicking things off with a dedicated Celebration Weekend May 16-17th. Activities and events include a vintage-style baseball game, decade-themed parties throughout downtown, a car show, pie bake-off, talent show, and history walking tour. For additional details and a full list of events, go to https://lovinlifeloveland.com/events

The Loveland Shorts Film Festival is set to bring filmmakers, artists, and movie lovers together once again in downtown Loveland for a weekend dedicated to creativity, storytelling, and independent cinema. The event runs July 31st to August 2nd.