No newsletters week of December 22-January 2

Due to the holidays, we will not be sending out newsletters the week of Christmas and the week of New Year's. 

Holiday Closures

The City Building will be closed: 

• Wednesday, December 24 
• Thursday, December 25 
• Wednesday, December 31 
• Thursday, January 1 

Recreation Center Holiday Hours:

• Wednesday, December 24: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 
• Thursday, December 25: Closed 
• Wednesday, December 31: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 
• Thursday, January 1: Closed 

Rumpke Holiday Update:

Christmas Day one day delay (Thursday people will be picked up on Friday, December 26th). 

New Year's one day delay (Thursday people will be picked up on Friday, January 2nd). 

Reception Honoring Outgoing Board of Education Members

Date/Time: Monday, December 15 at 6:00 p.m. 

Celebrating our Outgoing Board of Education Members on Dec. 15 Please gather with us to honor Wyoming’s outgoing Board of Education Members - Kara Broderick, John Feldmeier and Heather Yee - at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, at Wyoming Middle School. The event will include light refreshments and take place in the Bob Yearout Professional Development Room in the middle school’s Learning Commons. The gathering will wrap up prior to that evening’s Board of Education Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Wyoming City Schools Central Office Conference Room. 

Looking for Wellness Fair Vendors!

The City of Wyoming will be hosting our 3rd Annual Wellness Fair on Saturday, January 10, and we are looking for vendors that deal with mental/emotional health, physical health, nutrition, and more!  

If you would like to apply to be a vendor: https://seam.ly/12GXfT4y

Spring Valley Bank Holiday Food Drive Benefiting Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center

Dates: Now through December 22, 2025 

Help spread love & kindness this holiday season by dropping off your food donations for Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center to the Spring Valley Bank lobby now through December 22nd to make a difference in the lives of those in our community. Suggested donations: Canned meat (chicken or tuna), peanut butter, canned fruit, canned beans, pasta & sauces, instant mashed potatoes or any non-perishable. 

Primary Schools Construction Project Timeline

The Wyoming Primary Schools Construction Project is underway! There has been a recent adjustment to the construction timeline. Students are now scheduled to move into the new Hilltop School at the end of the summer of 2027 (rather than January 2027). Vermont students will use Friendship United Methodist Church as a temporary instruction space after Hilltop students move into their new school. The new Vermont School is scheduled to be ready for students at the end of the summer of 2028. Construction at Elm School is scheduled to begin this summer. The new Elm School is scheduled to be ready for students at the end of the summer of 2027. 

The current timeline can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/47OYWbC More information about the revised timeline is available in the latest Hammers and Horseshoes project progress report at: https://bit.ly/43zoeIb Hammers and Horseshoes, the Wyoming City Schools construction progress report, is sent each month to K-12 staff and families, and members of the Cowboy Club and Golden Cowboy Club. If you'd like to be added to the distribution list, please send your email address to info@wyomingcityschools.org. More information about the construction project is available at: https://www.wyomingcityschools.org/wcsfor-community/wps-facilities

Wyoming Branch Public Library Events

Letter Writing with The Sticker Shop 
Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00 pm 

Learn how to write a letter with Amy from the Sticker Shop! She will teach basic letter writing skills and how to address an envelope. All supplies will be provided--just bring the address of a loved one whom you want to receive your letter! Recommended for ages 6-10, but all are welcome! Registration required (via phone 513-369-6014 or https://cincinnatilibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6916259f886bb73600baa04f

Craft Night: Card Making 
Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6 pm 

Decorate cards for the holidays! Supplies will be provided for participants to make 3 5x7 cards, but feel free to bring your own blank cards if you would like to decorate more! Please note, the Wyoming meeting room is only accessible by stair. Suitable for adults. Registration required (via phone 513-369-6014 or https://cincinnatilibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69273f8e94cbff6200285e2e

Art Hour with the Wyoming Fine Arts Center 
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00 pm 

Join us each third Tuesday of the month as the Wyoming Fine Arts Center visits with a new craft. Have fun, be creative, and complete a cool project! *Projects are geared toward 6-13 year-olds. Younger children are welcome with an adult to assist them. Registration recommended (via phone 513-369-6014 or https://cincinnatilibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/68122a3f2d81592900895337 

NOON Year's Eve Party! 
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00 am 

Join us for a fun celebration to ring in 2026 a little bit early! We will have crafts and activities as well as a balloon drop to count down to NOON! *Please note, the Wyoming meeting room is only accessible by stair. 

Weekly storytimes  
Library Babies (ages birth – 18 months) (The Library is closed 11/27, 12/25, and 1/1) 
Thursdays from 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM 

Toddler Storytime (ages 18 months – 36 months) (There will be no storytimes 11/25, 12/23, and 12/30) 
Tuesdays from 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM 

Here’s the latest Buzz @ be. Neighbs! 

20% off Gift Card Purchases totaling $50 or more! 
All of December Nourish @ be. 

Looking for a gift that is nourishing and delicious? We GOT you! Throughout December, get 20% off all gift card purchases totaling $50 or more. And, we are big believers that the only person you spend your whole life with deserves a gift too (aka: YOU)! Whether you're a regular, or be.-curious, come grab one or two (or a few) for yourself, too! 

English Muffin Sammie Brunch 
12/14/25 8a-2p 

Our House-made English Muffin Sammies are making a comeback this Sunday at The Market! Enjoy the classic Marcel Dubois feat. onion jam, breakfast sausage, tomato, and spinach, or perhaps the adventurous Veronica Yarr is more your style feat. kimchi, vegan cream cheese, Wooster Farm Eggs, and Sprouts, or maybe, you’d love the Dorothy Jean where we smear our nook and cranny filled English muffins with house-made jam and Violife butter. Drooling yet? Online ordering starts at 8:45a with in-person dining starting at 9a! 

SaturYAY Fun at Nourish @ be 
This Saturday is going to be AWESOME! •Pancake SaturYAY Launch: Yes, friends! Join us 9a-1p every Saturday for our Signature Plain & Chocolate Chip 'cakes plus a specialty 'cake for the adventurous (always GF, DF, PF with vegan options available)! •Kandi by Kade Bracelet Making & Shop Pop-Up from 10a-1p: Find the perfect, colorful, beaded jewelry with Kade and don't forget to check out all the local makers featured on our shelves! •Emberly, The Christmas Dragon who Lost Her Spark Book Launch at 10:30a: Local Author, Wendy Owens will be doing a live reading at 11a, and to celebrate, we will have a special smoothie, merch, and, as always, immaculate vibes! 

Santa is coming to be. 
12/20/25 11a-12p, FREE to attend 

Of course, we're on the nice list again this year, which means Santa is making a special visit on Saturday, December 20th from 11a-12p to help spread some holiday cheer, and grab those last-minute holiday wishes! Photos with Santa are always free and encouraged, just BYO camera (plus, we will have pancakes and the return of Santa's Cookie Plate)! 

Coming Up:

• December 24: City Building Closed 
• December 25: City Building and Recreation Center Closed 
• December 29: Christmas Tree Collection Begins 
• December 31: City Building Closed 
• January 1: City Building and Recreation Center Closed 
• January 2: Fitness Class Schedule Begins 
• January 3: Family Hike 
• January 10: Wellness Fair 
• January 12: Last Day of Christmas Tree Pick Up 
• January 28: Citizen of the Year Ceremony