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At IPM, our doors are always open to neighbors in need.
Whether you’re visiting our Market or Drive-Through Pantry, our team is here to serve with compassion, dignity, and care.
If you need food, visit us at 4623 Aicholtz Road.
Drive-Through: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 10 AM–12 PM
AND Second & Fourth Mon: 4:30–6 PM Drive-Through
Market: Mon, Tues, Thurs: 12:30–2:30 PM or until capacity is hit (visit ipmfoodpantry.org to learn how to preregister).
If you’re able to help, your support keeps our shelves stocked and our neighbors nourished.
Find ways to help: https://www.ipmfoodpantry.org/waysyoucanhelp

Come join us for a Mobile Pantry on Wednesday, May 6 at North Adams High School! All are welcome for free groceries while supplies last.

Visit the link below to see our calendar of mobile locations and pantry hours:
https://www.ipmfoodpantry.org/calendar

First safe sleep lot in Ohio opens for Cincinnati Public Schools families experiencing homelessness.

How it's making a difference and meeting families' needs ⬇️

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9am-1pm Pathway to Hope 202 S. Monument Ave. Hamilton, Ohio 45011 📣Shop for FREE 📣 Infant & Toddler Clothing Gently Used Baby Equipment Infant & Toddler Bedding and Blankets PLEASE PARK ACROSS THE STREET AT THE FITTON CENTER!

Fresh Produce Markets are back!!! 🥬

Stop by HOTH (1655 Ross Ave) THIS Saturday, May 2nd, from 10am-12!!

Free seed potatoes and farm fresh eggs while they last 🥚

See you soon :)

You're Invited — Mom’s Peer Support Group 🌿 First group will be Monday, May 18th.

Motherhood is beautiful — and sometimes overwhelming. If you’ve ever wished for a space to share honestly, feel heard, and connect with others who get it, we’d love for you to join our Mom’s Peer Support Group.

What to expect:

A relaxed, judgment-free space to talk and listen

Empathy, laughter, and shared experiences

Tips, resources, and real connection with fellow moms

When: 3rd Monday of the Month 6:30pm
Where:4446 Mt Carmel Tobasco Rd
Hosted by: A Caring Place

All moms are welcome — whether you’re new to parenting or many years in. Come as you are.

To RSVP or learn more, contact Holli at 513-753-4357 or [email protected].

Learning a musical instrument does more than create sound. It helps shape how the brain grows and works over time. Research in Nature Reviews Neuroscience shows that music training strengthens neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to form and reorganize connections. This is especially powerful during childhood, when the brain is still developing. Why Music Training Changes the Brain: Stronger Memory. Studies show music practice improves working memory and recall by activating multiple brain regions at once. Better Attention. Learning rhythm and timing trains the brain to focus and ignore distractions. Emotional Regulation. Music engages both cognitive and emotional systems, helping children manage feelings more effectively. Brain Growth. MRI studies found increased gray matter in areas linked to coordination, planning, and self control after consistent training. Executive Function. Research shows improvements in problem solving, flexibility, and persistence. A long term study by Assal Habibi (2018) found that children in music programs showed stronger brain development over several years compared to non trained peers. Another study in Psychological Science (2011) found that even short term music training improved executive function and verbal intelligence. Meta analyses also suggest that music trained students can show measurable gains in academic performance, including math and reading, likely due to improved attention and memory systems. In simple terms, music is not just a hobby. It is a training tool for the brain, helping build skills that support learning, focus, and emotional strength over time. ℹ️ Source Habibi et al. (2018). Long term music training and brain development. Psychological Science (2011). Music training and executive function. NIH (2020). Music and brain plasticity. #Neuroscience #BrainHealth #Learning #ChildDevelopment #Psychology

It is almost time for Family Fun Day, Saturday, April 25th from 11:00am to 2:00pm! Thank you for registering for a free day of fun, food and learning about what Child Focus, InterParish Ministries, HealthSource of Ohio, Boys & Girls Club and other community partners have to offer! Enjoy fun activities and don’t forget to stop by the registration table located at the front of the parking lot next to the playground to pick up your Child Focus canvas bag and your Kona Ice tickets.
Event Parking is located at Child Focus, IPM Food Pantry, and the Boys and Girls Club. Parking at HealthSource will be available in the lower lot only. See you soon! 🤩