Karen Kasich throws out opening pitch for Cincinnati Reds

An avid Reds' fan since childhood, Karen Kasich had the thrill of a lifetime when she threw out the opening pitch at the Cincinnati Reds game on April 7. Catching for her was legendary catcher and key member of the Big Red Machine, Johnny Bench.



Ohio First Lady Hosts After-School All-Stars Ambassadors for Local Foods Lesson

Mrs. Kasich hosts her fellow After-School All-Stars Ambassadors for a Food Matters nutrition education class, followed by a cooking lesson. Lead by Local Matters, the group prepared—and enjoyed—a healthy meal.

Ohio First Lady Visits "Food is Elementary" Class in Southeast Ohio

Mrs. Kasich visits a nutrition and cooking education program at Trimble Elementary in Glouster, where she recognized the importance of community organizations' efforts to improve the health of Ohio's children.

Ohio First Lady Visits Nationwide Children's Hospital Fitness and Nutrition Club

Mrs. Kasich shares the importance of being active and making healthy choices with 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students participating in Nationwide Children's Hospital Fitness and Nutrition (F.A.N.) Club at Livingston Elementary in Columbus, Ohio.

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