The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum hosts a range of social, cultural and educational events all year long. See below, or email events@thecarnegiecenter.org to sign up for our monthly e-newsletter.
Thanks to our Programming Sponsors!
Community Open Chess
Chess Earth hosts
Community Open Play and Optional Tournament, 12-5pm
January 19
February 16
March 16
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
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Stop in to relax and play casual chess and experience/witness a real chess tournament (optional.) ALL ages and levels of experience are welcome! Hosted by chess instructor, Robert Chenault.
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Mother's Day Tea Party
Join us on May 11, 1:30-3pm
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Three Course Tea all served with local foods from the Cincy area. Enjoy a Savory Course from Buttercat Dairy biscuits, Scones Course from Postres, and local jellies and Dessert Course from Postres, F& Goode Desserts and Tea from MANKAI TEAS.
$40 a person.
Please email mankaiteas@gmail.com if you need GF or vegan option.
Stories of Organ Donation
Unforgettable Stories of Organ Donation
April 4, 6:30-8:30pm
FREE EVENT: All ages welcome!
Location: The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum: 3738 Eastern Avenue, 45226
The Carnegie Center of Columbia Tusculum and Originary Arts Initiative partners with the Urban Appalachian Community Coalition, Network for Hope, and Off the List to bring the community an evening of inspiring stories from community members who have been personally impacted by organ donation. Enjoy stories, Q & A, poetry, art music and light refreshments! Entertainment provided by Jolly Old Hawk. RSVP below:
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Artist in Residence:
Originary Arts
Braiding Communities Series
Co-sponsors -
Originary Arts Initiative
Place Keepers
Urban Appalachian Community Coalition
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The "I Remember" Story Exchange
Friday, May 23th, 2025
6:30-8 pm
FREE, donations accepted
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This intergenerational story circle event invites you to share about your family, homeplace, heritage, culture, veterans, life lessons, change, heirlooms handed down, recipes, unusual encounters, local legends, personal overcomings, creative visions, embraced values, and so on. Free admission and light refreshments.
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Spirit of Song - Ballad Writing Workshop and Community Sing
Friday June 27th, 2025
6-9 pm
Experience a ballad writing workshop followed by open mic sharing and a "community sing" concert led by some of Cincinnati's favorite folk musicians. Low cost registration for workshop. Free "sing" concert. ​​
Primary sponsor: Originary Arts Initiative (OAI)
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Living Story: Creative Renewal Retreat
July 25, 2025
6-8 pm
$TBD
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Hone your craft skills and spark new projects in this high energy writing circle. Prompts will offer a unique twist on "home" territories to inspire your poetry, short fiction, and flash memoir. Led by Sherry Cook Stanforth and a surprise guest author.
FALL 2025 Neighborhood Noel
2025 Neighborhood Noel
Mark your calendar for a holiday community event on December 5, 2025, 5:30-8:30pm. Live holiday caroling, wassail, Santa, crafts and festivities in junction with the Tusculum Holiday Open House event!
Galentines Candles and Cocktails
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
2/15, 5:00 pm
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​Celebrate Galentine’s Day with a Custom Candle Pour Experience! Gather your best gals for a morning of creativity and connection at our Galentine’s Day Candle Pour Event! Choose from 3 hand-selected (lovely!) oils—blend them together or use them individually to craft your own custom scent.
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What: Create your own 8 oz custom soy candle. A complimentary cocktail is provided. Feel free to bring your own to supplement.
When: Saturday, February 15th at 5pm •
Where: 3738 Eastern Ave. 45226 •
Cost: $35 per candle
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Enjoy this hands-on experience that’s as fun as it is memorable! Let’s pour some candles and celebrate friendship! Spaces are limited, so book your spot today!