July 31, 2023
TriHealth is excited to serve as the title sponsor of the 35th Annual Midwest Black Family Reunion, held August 18-20 at Sawyer Point in Cincinnati. The reunion is the largest African American family reunion in the Midwest, and it is expected to draw over 100,000 attendees.
The three-day reunion features a variety of activities, including a parade, a health fair, a gospel concert, and a variety of workshops and seminars. And it provides a great opportunity for TriHealth to connect with the African American community and to promote our health and wellness programs and other initiatives.
Volunteer Opportunities
As the title sponsor, TriHealth will be actively involved in all aspects of this three-day event. Volunteers from our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging (DEIB) team, together with our Corporate Health and Talent Acquisition teams will be on-site to provide our community with health screenings, information about TriHealth employment opportunities, and vital health education materials. We are also seeking additional volunteers to help out with the parade and reunion.
Click on the links below to sign up to volunteer for these important and FUN community events:
When: Saturday, August 19
Time: Registration/Staging 9am, Parade 10am-12pm
Where: Avondale Town Center
Details: 1.5-mile walk through the Avondale neighborhood.
When: Saturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20
Time: 12pm-8pm
Where: Sawyer Point
Details: Two-day event at Sawyer Point, TriHealth will provide health screenings and education, promote wellness initiatives and employment information, connect with the community, and provide TriHealth branded swag.
Please reach out to Charisse Troutman with any questions.
Additional Events
There are plenty of festivities taking place throughout the entire week for all to enjoy. See below.
Tuesday, August 15
Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Guardians Baseball Game presented by Cincinnati Reds
6:40pm
Great American Ball Park, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
The 2023 BFR Family of the Year, Honoree Mr. Eddie Hawkins will throw out the first pitch. BFR Family of the Year presented by Cintas.
Thursday, August 17
All-Professions Diversity & Inclusion Job Fair presented by BFR & Superior Career Fairs
11am-3pm
Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202
Note: This event is free & open to the public
BFR Speaks presented by First Financial Bank
7pm-9pm
Corinthian Baptist Church, 1920 Tennessee Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237
Keynote Speaker: Pastor Jamal Bryant, New Birth Baptist Church, Lithonia, GA |IG: @pastorjamalbryant
TriHealth will have tickets available: Please contact Charisse_Troutman@TriHealth.com
Friday, August 18
The BFR Heritage Breakfast sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
9am-11am
Fountain Square, 520 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH
Keynote Speaker: Joe Mallory, President of The Cincinnati Chapter of the NAACP
2023 BFR Family of the Year: Mr. Eddie & Mrs. DeAnna Hawkins and Family
The BFR Historic Tour of Black Cincinnati Sponsored By METRO
11am
Tour Information: The tour will leave at 11am immediately following the BFR Heritage Breakfast from Fountain Square with transportation provided by METRO. This tour is FREE, but registration is required.
The BFR College Tour of Black Cincinnati (listed for informational purposes only)
Sponsored by Western & Southern Financial Group
9:30am-6:30pm
Departure Location: Fountain Square
College Tour Attendees: BFR will host the inaugural class of students from local high schools. With the anticipation of 20-25 students that are African American and or come from diverse backgrounds that have expressed interest in college or have been identified by their school administration as a student that would excel in the collegiate environment once they understand the admissions process.
2023 College Tour Stops: Xavier University, Cincinnati State, Good Samaritan College of Nursing & Health Science, The University of Cincinnati
The BFR Lounge
11am-9pm
First Financial Community Innovation Space, 1 East Fourth Street (Downtown Cincinnati at 4th & Vine)
Event Information: This event is being held to celebrate Cincinnati icon, Lincoln Ware, as he celebrates 50 years in radio broadcasting. Come out and enjoy lite bites and beverages, live music, DJ’s and enjoy being in beautiful downtown Cincinnati.
Note: This event is free & open to the public.
Saturday, August 19
The 2023 BFR Parade presented by Nissan
10am-12pm
Avondale Town Center, 3529 Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH
2023 BFR Grand Marshall: Ozie Davis, III
Note: This event is free & open to the public.
The 2023 Black Family Reunion presented by TriHealth – Day 1
12pm-8pm
Sawyer Point, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Free and open to the public with various pavilions with programming that focus on the family & arts which include:
- Fireworks at 7:30pm
- Skating Rink (will be open in the Park from 12pm-6pm each day)
- Food Court (13 food vendors/ food trucks from local/national vendors featuring Jamaican Food, Soul Food, Desserts, Kona Ice, Fish and more)
- Live Cooking Demonstrations for Healthy Meal Prep
- Retail Market
- Line Dancing
- Free Health Screenings
- Seniors Pavilion (Programming is hosted by The National Council of Negro Women)
- Youth & Young Adult Pavilion ( BFR Idol! Will be held here)
- Children’s Pavilion (Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. including Bounce Houses, games, speakers all centered around the 2023 BFR event theme “Proud and Powerful”
- Games Pavilion (to be held in a Pavilion area on the main lawn of the park for everyone to join in on games including bid wist, spades, checkers, Family Feud, and more)
- Sports Pavilion (Hosted by The Ohio Kings to include games including Kickball, Basketball Tournament, and more)
- Spirituality Pavilion (live gospel & inspirational music)
- Health Pavilion (Vaccinations will be available in the park)
- Jazz Alley (Live Music performances from Ric Sexton, Y.O.L.O. Band, Ed ”Sax” Thomas, and more )
- Non- Profit Organizations Area
The 2023 BFR Concert Series presented by Kroger
5pm-7pm
Sawyer Point, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Urban Concert Series featuring Kelly Price and more
Sunday, August 20
The 2023 Black Family Reunion presented by TriHealth – Day 2
12pm-8pm
Sawyer Point, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Free and open to the public with various pavilions open daily with programming that focus on the family & arts which include:
- Skating Rink (will be open in the Park from 12-6pm each day)
- Food Court (13 food vendors/ food trucks from local/national vendors featuring Jamaican Food, Soul Food, Desserts, Kona Ice, Fish and more)
- Live Cooking Demonstrations for Healthy Meal Prep
- Retail Market
- Line Dancing
- Free Health Screenings
- Seniors Pavilion (Programming is hosted by The National Council of Negro Women)
- Youth & Young Adult Pavilion ( BFR Idol! Will be held here)
- Children’s Pavilion (Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. including Bounce Houses, games, speakers all centered around the 2023 BFR event theme “Proud and Powerful”
- Games Pavilion (to be held in a Pavilion area on the main lawn of the park for everyone to join in on games including bid wist, spades, checkers, Family Feud, and more)
- Sports Pavilion (Hosted by The Ohio Kings to include games including Kickball, Basketball Tournament, and more)
- Spirituality Pavilion (live gospel & inspirational music)
- Health Pavilion (Vaccinations will be available in the park)
- Jazz Alley (Live Music performances)
- Non- Profit Organizations Area
The 2023 BFR Concert Series presented by Kroger
5pm-7pm
Sawyer Point, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Gospel Concert Series featuring National Recording Group, Donald Lawrence and more
Overall Rating: Comments:
Amazing and fun event that I have attended for many many years. Excited that Trihealth is the title sponsor. Thank you so much!!!!
Posted by: Vera Derkson on August 09, 2023
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