🌱 Light In The Forest Event Shines + Winter Activities In Cincinnati

Hello, everybody. It's Thursday in Cincinnati and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and chilly. High: 41 Low: 27.

Here are the top three stories in Cincinnati today:

1. The popular winter event Light in the Forest returns to the Cincinnati Nature Center. This year promises new exhibits, new sights, and new experiences for the whole family. The new show features five new light designs. There will also art installations from regional artists, and a 10-minute light projection show. (WKRC TV Cincinnati)
2. Cincinnati held the first of its two forums to help choose the city's next police chief. Held at the Pleasant Ridge Recreation Center on Tuesday night, the forum introduced the candidates for the position. Current interim chief Teresa Theetge is a nominee for the role, as well as veterans of the Norfolk Police Department and the Los Angeles Police Department. Residents were encouraged to ask questions and raise issues with the candidates. (WLWT Cincinnati)
3. Just because it's cold doesn't mean you have to sit at home this winter. Cincinnati has a ton of fun and unique activities to make your winter unforgettable. The list at the link provides 76 different options for winter fun in Cincinnati. From outdoor sports to theater, family fun, and delicious food, winter in Cincinnati is a magical time. (Cincinnati CityBeat)

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Today in Cincinnati:

• Smart-Guided Bicycle Tour At Otto Armleder Memorial Park & Recreation Complex (8:00 AM)
• Movers And Shakers Storytime At Cincinnati Public Library – Madeira Branch (3:30 PM)
• Daven Roberson Solo At Jeff Rudy's Steakhouse (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Fritz the hippo has some new teeth coming in, and he's all smiles! Check him out at the link. (Cincinnati Zoo via Instagram)
• The three new manatees at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden are doing great! They've settled in and are eating like champs to gain the weight they need. (Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden via Facebook)
• This has been a November to remember for the Cincinnati Bengals - they ended the month undefeated! (Cincinnati Bengals via Facebook)
• The Cincinnati Ballet is hiring for dancers! If you've ever dreamed of dancing professionally, why not audition? (Cincinnati Ballet via Instagram)

That's it for today. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.