Vennemeier Benefit Bengals Watch Party
2024-11-17 15:00 - 21:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Jim And Jack’s, 3456 River Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45204, United States

December Social Meeting
2024-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Evendale Recreation Center, 10500 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45241, United States
December 12th, 2024
Evendale Recreation Center
10500 Reading Rd
Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
6:00 PM Kickoff
Meeting immediately following dinner
Host Agencies
Evendale Pd, Sharonville Pd, Blue Ash PD, RCIC, Parr Public Safety Equipment

Strategic Suspect Interview Techniques
2025-01-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Sharonville Fire Department Station 86, 11637 Chester Rd, Sharonville, OH, 45246, United States
Hamilton County
Fire Investigation Unit
Strategic Suspect Interview Techniques
For Law Enforcement and Fire Investigators

Strategic interviewing is a vital, yet often overlooked, component of fire and explosive investigative methods and tools. During the presentation, previous interview videos will be utilized as examples. Presented by ATF Special Agent Dino Balos, this course provides easy and realistic suspect interview techniques to strengthen arson and explosive cases.

Course Topics:
– Rapport Simplified (including serial arsonists)
– How to Recognize a Suspect’s “Cooperation Bait”
– Miranda Matters: How to Spot Overlooked Opportunities
– How to Pass the Ultimate Test of Voluntary Suspect Statements
– Strategic Bluffs
– Boxed in by Lies (“The False-X Factor”)
– Situational Themes, De-escalation, and the CSI Effect
– Gathering the Elements of the Offense & Covering the Legal Defenses
– Recording Interviews / Report Writing for the millennial & Gen Z audience
– Closing and Trial Readiness
– The Strategic Use of Federal firearms, explosives, and arson laws
Location: Sharonville Fire Department Station 86, 11637 Chester Rd. Sharonville, Oh 45246

Date/Time: January 15, 2025, or January 16, 2025, starting at 8:00am (Doughnuts and lunch provided)

Cost: $45
Instructor: Special Agent Dino Balas, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). ATF Special Agent Dino Balas is a 26-year federal law enforcement officer. He is a certified ATF instructor who has investigated hundreds of firearms, explosives, and arson cases — many of which were supported by reliable confessions as evidence — and has testified concerning confessions or admissions made to him as part of the prosecution’s case-in-chief.

Use the following website to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strategic-suspect-interview-techniques-tickets-1048927409117?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=

2025 Annual Awards & Installation Banquet
2025-01-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Montgomery Inn, 9440 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH, 45242, United States

SOCIAL MEDIA & OPEN SOURCE INVESTIGATIONS
2025-02-20 08:30 - 2025-02-21 16:30 | Colerain Twp Police Department, 4200 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45251, United States
This two-day Social Media & Open Source Investigations course is designed to equip law enforcement officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to gather information from publicly available sources, such as social media, websites, and other online platforms. The course will cover a range of topics, including the legal and ethical considerations involved in conducting social media & Open Source (OSINT) investigations, the identification and evaluation of online sources, and the use of specialized tools and techniques for data analysis and verification. Participants will learn how to leverage social media platforms to identify and track criminal activity, monitor threat indicators, and gather evidence for investigations.
Throughout the training, officers will be encouraged to practice their skills through hands-on exercises and case studies, enabling them to develop a practical understanding of how to use social media and OSINT in real-world scenarios.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
Legal issues regarding Social Media & Open Source Investigations
Anonymizing techniques
Open Source investigations
Social Media investigations
(Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat)
Handling exigent circumstances on Social Media
Execution of legal process to Social Media
How to document your search
How to preserve digital evidence
Exercises for students to demonstrate proficiency
Students will be given a FREE list of investigative resources in the class and shown numerous free databases/resources during the class.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Officers, Detectives, SRO’s,
Dispatchers, Crime Analysts, etc.
RESTRICTED TO LAW ENFORCEMENT
PERSONNEL
WHAT TO BRING:
This is a hands-on course, students
are required to bring a laptop or
tablet with internet access.
COST:
$375 per student
$325 groups of three or more

February HCPA Monthly Pistol Training
2025-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Amberley Village Police Department, 7149 Ridge Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45237, United States
DATE: February 24, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Amberley Village Police Department Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Grip
The February H.C.P.A. training block will focus on the skill of establishing a proper grip when shooting a pistol.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-54885037-hcpa
ROUND COUNT: 50-100
**The February Pistol Workshop has been submitted for approval for CPT credit.**
For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org

Honor The Fallen Fundraiser
2025-03-01 14:00 - 22:00 | Karrikin Distillery, 3717 Jonlen Drive, Fairfax, Ohio, 45227

March HCPA Monthly Pistol Training
2025-03-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Hill Range, 7270 Glendale Milford Road, OH, 45150, United States
DATE: March 10, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Indian Hill Police Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Trigger Press
The March H.C.P.A. training block will focus on developing an efficient trigger press at speed.
EQUIPMENT: Please bring your duty pistol, 3 magazines, a belt-mounted holster, hearing and eye protection, and 50-100 rounds of ammunition.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-55126264-hcpa#/
ROUND COUNT: 50-100
**The March Pistol Workshop has been submitted for approval for CPT credit.**
For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org

2025 March Social Meeting
2025-03-13 18:00 - 21:00 | R. G. Cribbet Center (Fairfax Recreation Center), 5903 Hawthorne Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45227, United States

WILLS FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
2025-03-29 08:00 - 17:00 | 11083 Hamilton Ave, 11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States

2025 April Social Meeting
2025-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Delhi Event Center, 5031 Delhi Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45238, United States
April 10th, 2025
Location:
Delhi Event Center
5031 Delhi Rd
Delhi, Oh 45238
6:00 PM Kickoff
Come Get You Some Proud Rooster’s Fried Chicken
and Ice Cream for dessert!!
Meeting immediately following dinner
Host Agencies
Delhi Twp PD, Addyston PD, Cheviot PD, Mt St Joe PD, ADT Security, Delhi Citizens on Patrol, Rumpke Safety Dept, IRS

MARSY’S LAW CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS IN OHIO
2025-04-17 08:00 - 12:00 | Hamilton County Educational Services Center, 11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States

HR 218 Certifications Monthly Shoot
2025-04-17 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Fairfield Sportsmen’s Association, 6501 River Rd, Harrison, OH, 45030, United States
HR.218 Certifications Monthly Shoot
Eye and hearing protection is mandatory.
Where: Fairfield Sportsmen’s Association, 6501 River Road, New Baltimore, Ohio 45030
Note: Modified hours of operation and revised course of fire for monthly shoots:
Stage 1. Distance: 2 yards Time: 25 seconds Rounds: 12
Action: On signal, draw and fire 6 rounds with dominant hand and six rounds with non-dominant hand. Holster.
Stage 2. Distance: 3 yards Time :6 seconds Rounds: 6
Action: On signal, draw and fire two rounds into the scorable area of target , and one round to the head. (Head shot is 10 points). Holster. Repeat.
Stage 3A. Distance: 3 yards Time : 8 seconds Rounds: 6
Action: On signal, draw and fire 6 rounds into scoreable area of target with dominant hand only. Remain at the high ready position with the handgun in the dominant hand.
Stage 3B. Distance: 3 yards Time: 8 seconds Rounds: 6
Action: On signal, transfer handgun to non-dominant hand and fire 6 rounds into the scoreable area of target. Holster.
Stage 4. Distance: 7 yards Time 8 seconds. Rounds 6
Action: On signal, draw and fire six rounds into the scoreable area of target. Holster.
Stage 5. Distance 15 yards Time: 12 seconds. Rounds: 6
Action: On signal, draw and fire three (3) rounds). Remove magazine, reinsert and fire three (3) rounds into scoreable area of target.
Stage 6. Distance: 20 yards. Time: 8 seconds Rounds: 8
Action: On signal draw and fire eight rounds into scorable area of target.
Unload and make pistol safe (Magazine out, slide locked back and chamber empty) Holster.
Total 50 rounds. Cost $5.00. H.R.218 Cost $10.00
Each course of fire counts as one shoot for awards program. Award participants must register four scores in 2025 and shoot on a minimum of two different dates for award eligibility.
Open to all City, County, Federal, and private police agencies including retired members.
Contact: David W. Voss dvoss@cheviot.org

April HCPA Monthly Pistol Training
2025-04-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Hill Range, 7270 Glendale Milford Road, OH, 45150, United States
DATE: April 25, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Indian Hill Police Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Vision
CPT Hours Approved 25CPT416
The April H.C.P.A. training block will focus on the importance and development of the visual aspect of shooting.
EQUIPMENT: Please bring your duty pistol, 3 magazines, a belt-mounted holster, hearing and eye protection, and 50-100 rounds of ammunition.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-55126270-hcpa#/
ROUND COUNT: 50-100
For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org

THE SHIELD AND FRIENDS NIGHTS AT THE REDS GAME
2025-04-30 18:40 - 22:30 | Great American Ballpark, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Come enjoy an evening of America’s pastime while supporting a great cause! We look forward to seeing you all there!

To reserve seats, make check payable to “John Coletta” and send payment to: John Coletta at 2908 Gilligan Ave, Cincinnati, Oh 45233 OR to Mariemont Police Department, C/O Rick Hines at 6907 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati. Oh 45227.

**PLEASE SEND THE MONEY BY APRIL 22, 2025 **

BE SURE TO INCLUDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS WITH YOUR RESERVATION. YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE THE MLB BALLPARK APP ON YOUR PHONE LINKED TO THAT EMAIL SO YOUR TICKETS CAN BE SENT TO YOU.

Questions: Contact Satch Coletta 513-378-2908 or Rick Hines 513-271-4089.

May HCPA Monthly Pistol Training
2025-05-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Hill Range, 7270 Glendale Milford Road, OH, 45150, United States
DATE: May 9, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Indian Hill Police Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Draw and Presentation
CPT Hours Approved 25CPT417

The May H.C.P.A. training block will focus on developing an efficient and repeatable draw and visual index.
EQUIPMENT: Please bring your duty pistol, 3 magazines, a belt-mounted holster, hearing and eye protection, and 50-100 rounds of ammunition.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-55126395-hcpa#/
ROUND COUNT: 50-100

For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org

Exotic & Classic Cars and Coffee
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | 6750 Alberly Ln, 6750 Alberly Ln, Cincinnati, OH, 45243, United States

Chip Terry Fund Charity Golf Outing
2025-05-12 08:00 - 17:00 | California Golf Course, 5924 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45228, United States

2025 May Social Meeting
2025-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | OH
May 8th, 2025

The Grove
9158 Winton Rd
Cincinnati, Ohio 45231

6:00 PM Kickoff
Meeting immediately following dinner

Host Agencies
Springfield Twp PD, Glendale PD, Mt Healthy PD, North College Hill PD, Forest Park PD, BCI, Lockland PD

PepperBall Instructor/Armorer Certification
2025-05-22 08:00 - 2025-05-23 17:00 | Colerain Twp Police Department, 4200 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45251, United States
Hosted by the Colerain Police Department
COURSE DESCRIPTION
PepperBall products can help reduce officer and suspect injuries, save lives, decrease the risk of litigation, and improve public perception of law enforcement agencies. The PepperBall System is an affordable, non lethal tool designed for patrol, corrections, and tactical officers in a wide variety of situations. The PepperBall Instructor/Armorer Certification course involves intensive training in the use of the nonlethal PepperBall System, including operation, safety, maintenance, and deployment. This course certifies attendees as PepperBall Instructors for their individual agency, allowing the attendee to design a course in the safe and effective use of the PepperBall System.
COURSE REGISTRATION
Please note that the course begins promptly at 8:00 am. You should plan to show up at least 15 minutes early. All necessary equipment is provided by PepperBall. A training manual, live-fire certification rounds and visual aids are also included. Appropriate training attire should be worn (No shorts, sandals, etc.). Please bring safety glasses. If you wear contacts, please have the ability to remove them at the training site. No firearms or ammo allowed in class.

TRAINING FEE –$549 per person
2-day course 16 hours credit
*MEALS NOT PROVIDED
REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! – www.pepperball.com
Registration questions – Please contact Lori Ferrigno at 858-638-0236 ext. 103 or lferriqno@pepperball.com
AGENCY CONTACT OFFICER JOE HENDRICKS – 513-923-5090
JHENDRICKS@COLERAIN.ORG

2025 June Social Meeting
2025-06-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Amberley Village Fire Dep, 7149 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45237, United States
June 12th, 2025
Amberley Village FD
7149 Ridge Rd
Cincinnati, Ohio 45237
6:00 PM Kickoff
Meeting immediately following dinner

Host Agencies
Amberley Village PD, Deer Park PD, Golf Manor PD, DEA, FBI, US Secret Service, Ohio Casino Control, Cincinnati State PD, Pension Corp of America, Cinti Bell Security

Legally Confident Tactically Confident for Ohio Cops 2025
2025-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Hamilton County Educational Services Center, 11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States

Transformational Leadership & Operational vs. Organizational Stress
2025-06-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Hamilton County Educational Services Center, 11083 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45231, United States

Women First Responder’s Wellness Seminar
2025-06-26 08:00 - 16:00 | Ohio Department of Public Safety Thomas J. Stickrath Conference Center, 1970 W Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43223, United States

June HCPA Monthly Pistol Training
2025-06-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Hill Range, 7270 Glendale Milford Road, OH, 45150, United States
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL ONLY

DATE: June 30, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Indian Hill Police Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Transitioning
CPT Hours Approved 25CPT418

The June H.C.P.A. training block will focus on developing an efficient method of transitioning from target to target. Please select an available time below to reserve a spot.
EQUIPMENT: Please bring your duty pistol, 3 magazines, a belt-mounted holster, hearing and eye protection, and 50-100 rounds of ammunition.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-56748952-hcpa#/
ROUND COUNT: 50-100

For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org

Glock Armorer's Class
2025-07-10 08:00 - 17:00 | 7351 Dawson Rd, Madeira, OH, 45243, United States
AC – GLOCK Armorer Course
$300 US per student
3 year Certification upon successful completion for Gen5 and previous GLOCK pistols, excluding the G18 Select Fire models
Student provides Safety Glasses and a small flashlight
GLOCK will provide lunch
Course Outline:
 Introduction
 Safety Check
 Safety Function
 Field Stripping
 Slide Disassembly and Reassembly
 Frame Disassembly and Reassembly
 Slide Options
 Frame Options
 Magazines
 Field Inspection Test
 Rifling
 Preventive Maintenance
 Lubrication
 GLOCK Sights
 Service Procedures
 Practical Examination
 Written Examination
Student Prerequisites
 To be eligible to take the Armorers Course you must be active/retired law enforcement or military, private security, GLOCK Stocking Dealer/Range Program Employee or current GSSF member.
Armorer Course Objectives
 Understand and be able to explain the design features of the GLOCK Safe Action System
 Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to maintain, troubleshoot and service Gen5 and previous GLOCK pistols by passing the Practical Examination and by scoring a minimum of 80% on the written examination

2025 July Social Meeting
2025-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | St Gertrude School, 6543 Miami Ave, Madeira, OH, 45243, United States
July 10th, 2025
St Gertrude Church
6543 Miami Ave
Madeira, Ohio 45243
6:00 PM Kickoff
Meeting immediately following dinner

Host Agencies
Madeira PD, Montgomery PD, Indian Hill PD, Autoworks, American Financial, ATF, Tri Health Security, Loveland PD, Miller-Valentine Group

July HCPA Monthly
2025-07-14 09:00 - 12:00 | Indian Hill Range, 7270 Glendale Milford Road, OH, 45150, United States
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL ONLY

DATE: July 14, 2025
TIME: 9:00-10:00; 10:00-11:00; 11:00-12:00
LOCATION: Indian Hill Police Range
TRAINING TOPIC OF THE MONTH: Efficient Lateral Movement
CPT Hours Approved 25CPT419

The July H.C.P.A. training block will focus on efficient lateral movement. Please select an available time below to reserve a spot.
EQUIPMENT: Please bring your duty pistol, 3 magazines, a belt-mounted holster, hearing and eye protection, and 50-100 rounds of ammunition.
We will run three separate 1-hour block sessions. Please arrive at either 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 for your block of training. Please use the following link to sign up for your block of instruction. If all spots have been filled, please email John Burton to let him know and we will add additional slots.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A48ABAE2EA1FD0-56748952-hcpa#/
ROUND COUNT: 50-100

For questions contact:
Kenney Bertz: kbertz@montgomeryohio.gov
Mike Lang: mlang@indianhill.gov
John Burton: jburton@amberleyvillage.org
