To Preserve, Protect and Promote Findlay Market
The Friends recognize the benefits of wonderful fresh food, but also the vibrant culture of our historic city-center market that improves the quality of life in Cincinnati. We work closely with The Corporation for Findlay Market, market vendors, the City of Cincinnati, and shoppers to assure that the market and surrounding Over-the-Rhine Neighborhood are vibrant and growing. The Friends organization consists of a working volunteer board and a membership of contributors to the Findlay Market Fund.
The last Saturday of the month, from March through November, the Friends offer docent led tours of the Market. at 10:00am. Meet outside the Internet Cafe and learn how to navigate the market, some history and other interesting facts about Ohio's oldest public market. If you have questions or want to RSVP for a tour, contact friends@findlaymarket.org.
The 2012 Tour Schedule is:
March 31, 2012 August 25, 2012
Barbara Allen Fred Warren
Fred Warren Janet Schroeder
April 28, 2012 September 29, 2012
Judith Larsen John Kornbluh
John Kornbluh Jennifer Wirtz
May 26,2012 October 27, 2012
Janet Schroeder Janet Schroeder
Judith Larsen Mary K. Schmeing
June 30, 2012 November 24, 2012
Larry Stillpass Larry Stillpass
Jennifer Wirtz Mary K Schmeing
July 28, 2012
Barbara Allen
Mary K Schmeing
You are invited to become a part of this worthy cause, continuing the revitalization and exciting, innovative plans for Findlay Market and the Over-the-Rhine area - adding your suggestions, expertise and assistance.
Board meetings are open to all members of the Friends, and you are invited to attend.
It's fun, no pressure! You meet interesting people, learn about what is happening in the market area and you can share your hopes and concerns.
Our work shows! Check out...
Our Market Matters newsletter - news and events and inside stories, sent free to more than 400 people and distributed at the market. View Market Matters.
Our periodic public information Forums on issues of importance to the market and its neighbors
The thousands of daffodils & day lilies and many trees planted around the market working with volunteers and Keep Cincinnati Beautiful organization
The butterfly garden near the south parking area - the work of Friends and other volunteers
The rejuvenated and cleaned up parking lots, spearheaded by the Friends' efforts on Make a Difference Day
The initiation of free Wi-Fi service - first 3 years funded by the Friends
Our festive addition of beads and trinkets at Mardi Gras -
The Findlay Market float in the Opening Day Parade - we decorate it and ride in the parade to promote the market
New members are always welcome! Become a member of the Friends of Findlay Market by making a tax-deductable contribution to the Findlay Market Fund.
Friends of Findlay Market
P.O. Box 141141
Cincinnati, Ohio 45250
friends@findlaymarket.org
