August 02, 2024

Family comes in many forms. There are those we’re born into and those we bring into our lives long the way. There’s also our Cincinnati family and it’s having a big reunion in August!

The Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion (BFR) is series of events happening August 15-18 that culminates with the signature outdoor festival at Sawyer Point. TriHealth is the presenting sponsor of BFR, which is one of our country’s longest celebrations of Black families, culture, and history. This event is open to everyone who loves great food, music and wants to support local businesses.

We want to share what is happening during the four-day event and invite you to participate as part of our the TriHealth family.

Thursday, August 15

BFR College Tour (11:30 a.m.) - Fouty students will make a stop at the Good Samaritan College of Nursing to hear from current students about starting a career path in healthcare.

BFR Career Fair at Music Hall (11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) – Our talent acquisition team will represent our company to share the great benefits of working at TriHealth with job seekers.

BFR Speaks (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) - National radio host and journalist, Roland Martin, is the keynote speaker at this free event that’s open to the public. Corinthian Baptist Church, 1920 Tennessee Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45237

Friday, August 16

BFR Heritage Breakfast – TriHealth’s Chief Health Equity Officer Dr. Thomas Shockley and TriHealth leadership will represent our team members at this celeb

ration on Fountain Square. The keynote speaker will be Cincinnati City Manager Cheryl Long.

You’re invited to participate in the following events below! Let’s represent our TriHealth family!

Friday, August 16

BFR Lounge (12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) You’re invited to this free event that is open to all and will feature light refreshments, live music, line dancing, guest DJs and a presentation to honor local news anchor Courtis Fuller. Location: 1 East Fourth Street, Downtown Cincinnati

Saturday, August 17

BFR Parade (10:00 a.m.) TriHealth will help lead this festive procession in Avondale. We will have a float in the parade and will hand out bags of school supplies to children, while supplies last. Location: Avondale Towne Center, 3529 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229

All are welcome to walk in the parade, including your own family. Signup here!

TriHealth team member volunteers will receive a TriHealth t-shirt. Due to very limited parking in and around the parade, volunteers are strongly encouraged to come early to secure parking in the area. Before the event, specific day-of details will be emailed to volunteers on the signup sheet.

If you have questions, please reach out to Katrina Rugless or Jana Carter-Clark.

Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18

BFR Health Pavilion at Sawyer Point (Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

The TriHealth Health Pavilion will be in the tunnel under the Purple People Bridge (next to Butler Street). We will offer a variety of free health screenings (blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol) and handout promotional items.

Volunteers Needed for Sunday! We had a great response to volunteers for Saturday and now we are looking for more volunteers to cover Sunday. Sign up here!

If you have any questions about the Health Pavilion at Sawyer Point, please reach out to Josh Jennings or Kitalena Mason.

You can read more here about volunteering at the BFR parade and Health Pavilion at Sawyer Point.