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Rollin’ On the River Exhibition

Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County Main Library
800 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Cincinnati owes its growth to river commerce. In the mid-to-late nineteenth century, she was a busy river city. This exhibit takes a step back in time visualizing the boom of industry in trade and travel along the Ohio River. This exhibit features dozens of images, photographs...

Cincinnati owes its growth to river commerce. In the mid-to-late nineteenth century, she was a busy river city. This exhibit takes a step back in time visualizing the boom of industry in trade and travel along the Ohio River. This exhibit features dozens of images, photographs...

Chris Engman: Prospect and Refuge

Weston Art Gallery
650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

An ongoing series from photographer Chris Engman, Prospect and Refuge investigates the medium of photography through complicated man-made juxtapositions. This body of work explores the relationship between illusion and materiality, nature and the man-made universe, and moment...

An ongoing series from photographer Chris Engman, Prospect and Refuge investigates the medium of photography through complicated man-made juxtapositions. This body of work explores the relationship between illusion and materiality, nature and the man-made universe, and moment...

Wide Angle: Photography Out of Bounds

Weston Art Gallery
650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Recognizing photography’s central role in collage, Wide Angle: Photography Out of Bounds includes artists who manipulate and recompose imagery to recontextualize narratives drawn from our current social, political, and cultural climate. These multimedia artists blur the lines...

Recognizing photography’s central role in collage, Wide Angle: Photography Out of Bounds includes artists who manipulate and recompose imagery to recontextualize narratives drawn from our current social, political, and cultural climate. These multimedia artists blur the lines...

Mark Fox: Nutzilla

Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Uptown

This short, light-hearted ‘disaster’ film is part of a series created by Cincinnati-born, now New York-based, artist Mark Fox. In Untitled (nutzilla) a colossal rendition of Mr. Peanut, the Planters company mascot, destroys the museum and some of its collection. First...

This short, light-hearted ‘disaster’ film is part of a series created by Cincinnati-born, now New York-based, artist Mark Fox. In Untitled (nutzilla) a colossal rendition of Mr. Peanut, the Planters company mascot, destroys the museum and some of its collection. First...

Life: Gillian Wearing

Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Uptown

Wearing, who won the Turner Prize in 1997 and was appointed O.B.E. in 2011 for services to art, is best known for documenting strangers’ thoughts and confessions through film and photography, as well as re-presenting herself as other artists or family members through the use...

Wearing, who won the Turner Prize in 1997 and was appointed O.B.E. in 2011 for services to art, is best known for documenting strangers’ thoughts and confessions through film and photography, as well as re-presenting herself as other artists or family members through the use...

Collecting Calligraphy: Arts of the Islamic World

Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Uptown

Explores the prominence and pervasiveness of calligraphy in the arts of the Islamic world. Through the display of individual folios and complete manuscripts that date from the ninth through the twentieth century, the exhibition emphasizes the craftsmanship and skill evident in...

Explores the prominence and pervasiveness of calligraphy in the arts of the Islamic world. Through the display of individual folios and complete manuscripts that date from the ninth through the twentieth century, the exhibition emphasizes the craftsmanship and skill evident in...

How Much Should a Good Kitchen Cost?

Kitchen Concepts Showroom
10868 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242

North

Kitchen Concepts’ FREE seminars are open to anyone interested in remodeling their kitchen but who simply don’t know where to start. Learn the four major factors that directly impact the cost Get good tips on cutting cost without sacrificing quality Understand the differences...

Kitchen Concepts’ FREE seminars are open to anyone interested in remodeling their kitchen but who simply don’t know where to start. Learn the four major factors that directly impact the cost Get good tips on cutting cost without sacrificing quality Understand the differences...

Free Health Expo for Military Veterans

UC Blue Ash
9555 Plainfield Rd., Blue Ash, OH 45236

North

Military veterans can learn more about Veterans Affairs (VA) health care benefits and enroll in a health care program during this free event located in Muntz Hall, Room 339 at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College.  This event is open to ALL veterans of the armed...

Military veterans can learn more about Veterans Affairs (VA) health care benefits and enroll in a health care program during this free event located in Muntz Hall, Room 339 at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College.  This event is open to ALL veterans of the armed...

Collection of Lovers

Contemporary Arts Center
44 E. Sixth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Raquel André is a Portuguese-born performer, actress, theatre director and researcher who fashions intimate platforms to meet, converse and examine the evolving architecture of relationships. Throughout Portugal, Brazil, and Norway, she has “collected” over 160 meetings...

Raquel André is a Portuguese-born performer, actress, theatre director and researcher who fashions intimate platforms to meet, converse and examine the evolving architecture of relationships. Throughout Portugal, Brazil, and Norway, she has “collected” over 160 meetings...

Kahlil Joseph: Until the Quiet Comes

Contemporary Arts Center
44 E. Sixth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Kahlil Joseph is an American filmmaker and video artist who marries the style and seduction of the music video genre with poignant meditations on both the beauty and peril of contemporary African-American life. This exhibition features the 2014 dual-channel film work m.A.A.d in...

Kahlil Joseph is an American filmmaker and video artist who marries the style and seduction of the music video genre with poignant meditations on both the beauty and peril of contemporary African-American life. This exhibition features the 2014 dual-channel film work m.A.A.d in...

Artbrary: Behind the Scenes Tour

Contemporary Arts Center
44 E. Sixth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Ever wanted to check out the CAC’s secret spots that are hidden from the public? Stop by the CAC for a special behind the scenes tour of the museum’s private spaces, followed by glow in the dark art making! About Artbrary Do you love to read? Love art? Join the Cincinnati...

Ever wanted to check out the CAC’s secret spots that are hidden from the public? Stop by the CAC for a special behind the scenes tour of the museum’s private spaces, followed by glow in the dark art making! About Artbrary Do you love to read? Love art? Join the Cincinnati...

Arts Academy at Artsville

Artsville
5021 Whetsel Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45227

East

Students are invited to explore, experiment, and develop their creativity through music, visual art, theater and dance at Arts Academy at Artsville, a free, weekly, after-school program hosted by Artsville and the Cincinnati Academy of Performing Arts. Arts Academy at Artsville...

Students are invited to explore, experiment, and develop their creativity through music, visual art, theater and dance at Arts Academy at Artsville, a free, weekly, after-school program hosted by Artsville and the Cincinnati Academy of Performing Arts. Arts Academy at Artsville...

Northside Farmers Market

Hoffner Park
4101 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223

Uptown

Shop everything from produce, fruit, bread, cheese, pastries, jams, meats, ferments, soaps, gluten free baked goods, spices, chocolates, coffees, and much more. 

Shop everything from produce, fruit, bread, cheese, pastries, jams, meats, ferments, soaps, gluten free baked goods, spices, chocolates, coffees, and much more. 

House Party

Taft Museum of Art
316 Pike St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Start the weekend early.   Open invite. Crash at our house after work and explore our home. Bring your crew or come solo—there’s something for everyone. We’ll keep the lights on for you!   Escape the hustle. Chill outside under our tent and have a cocktail...

Start the weekend early.   Open invite. Crash at our house after work and explore our home. Bring your crew or come solo—there’s something for everyone. We’ll keep the lights on for you!   Escape the hustle. Chill outside under our tent and have a cocktail...

Breaking Through: Women Changing the Leadership Landscape Forums

Union Institute & University
440 East McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Uptown

Hear the inspirational stories of empowerment, commitment, and passion to step up and speak up in an effort to drive change. Each leader will share her story of how she moved outside her comfort zone to stretch boundaries and transform communities. The first forum is The...

Hear the inspirational stories of empowerment, commitment, and passion to step up and speak up in an effort to drive change. Each leader will share her story of how she moved outside her comfort zone to stretch boundaries and transform communities. The first forum is The...

Breaking Through: Women Changing the Leadership Landscape – Health Topics

Union Institute & University, 440 East McMillan Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
440 East McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Uptown

Healthcare issues are a hot button topic in today's society, as challenges continue to surface for women across the board. What are we doing to combat these issues? What does the future look like for women and their health? Come hear the inspirational stories of empowerment,...

Healthcare issues are a hot button topic in today's society, as challenges continue to surface for women across the board. What are we doing to combat these issues? What does the future look like for women and their health? Come hear the inspirational stories of empowerment,...

Halloween Horror Movie Month

Taft's Brewing Co. Brewpourium
4831 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45232

Uptown

We're featuring a free scary movie every Wednesday night leading up to Halloween. The movie will begin at 7:30PM, but come early to grab a few brews and order pizza! Unlimited candy and popcorn will be provided, plus the person with the best costume each week will win a gift...

We're featuring a free scary movie every Wednesday night leading up to Halloween. The movie will begin at 7:30PM, but come early to grab a few brews and order pizza! Unlimited candy and popcorn will be provided, plus the person with the best costume each week will win a gift...

Creepy Classics Double Feature Movie Night

Hotel Covington
638 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011

South

Come to Hotel Covington to enjoy an evening of classic thrillers for a perfect Halloween themed night! 

Come to Hotel Covington to enjoy an evening of classic thrillers for a perfect Halloween themed night! 

Not One More Midwest Fall Festival

Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds
U.S. 50 and Hollywood Blvd., Lawrenceburg, IN 47025

South

5K rally walk on Saturday, classic car cruise-in on Sunday. Food, fun, arts and crafts, corn hole games, music and speakers/resources on heroin.

5K rally walk on Saturday, classic car cruise-in on Sunday. Food, fun, arts and crafts, corn hole games, music and speakers/resources on heroin.

Community Night

Findlay Market
1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Join us for Community Night at Findlay Market! Each Thursday, a rotating lineup of arts groups, community groups and non-profits will showcase their amazing talents, and provide entertainment and learning opportunities. 

Join us for Community Night at Findlay Market! Each Thursday, a rotating lineup of arts groups, community groups and non-profits will showcase their amazing talents, and provide entertainment and learning opportunities. 

House of Santa Mouse Craft Boutique

St. John Neumann Church - Daniel Hall
12191 Mill Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45240

North

In our cheerful holiday atmosphere, you'll find unique arts and crafts, scrumptious food, baked goods, deluxe raffle baskets. Thursday is an adult only night with a Sip & Shop for $6.00 - wine & appetizers served from 4-8pm. Friday (10am-8pm) & Saturday (10am-3pm)...

In our cheerful holiday atmosphere, you'll find unique arts and crafts, scrumptious food, baked goods, deluxe raffle baskets. Thursday is an adult only night with a Sip & Shop for $6.00 - wine & appetizers served from 4-8pm. Friday (10am-8pm) & Saturday (10am-3pm)...

Bruno Groening: A Path to Health for Body and Soul

The Center for Spiritual Living
5701 Murray Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45227

East

Lecture: Healed people report how they became healthy. Speakers convey Bruno Groening's knowledge in such a way that everyone can experience his statement: "There is no incurable! - God is the greatest physician!" There are medically verified healings of many illnesses.

Lecture: Healed people report how they became healthy. Speakers convey Bruno Groening's knowledge in such a way that everyone can experience his statement: "There is no incurable! - God is the greatest physician!" There are medically verified healings of many illnesses.

Discarded: A Night of Spoken Word

The Woodward Theater
1404 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

An amazing evening of Spoken Word performed by some of the regions most outstanding Spoken Word artists, including Cincinnati Poet Laureate Manual Iris, Tim'm West, DuWaup and the hip hop group TRIIIBE. Also featauring DJ Apryl Reign and hosted by international hiphop/jazz...

An amazing evening of Spoken Word performed by some of the regions most outstanding Spoken Word artists, including Cincinnati Poet Laureate Manual Iris, Tim'm West, DuWaup and the hip hop group TRIIIBE. Also featauring DJ Apryl Reign and hosted by international hiphop/jazz...

PAW-loween

Grainworks Brewing Company
7790 Service Center Dr., Unit B, West Chester, OH 45069

North

Join Grainworks for our first annual Paw-loween party! For one night only, we will open our taproom doors to our furry friends on four legs for a spook-tacular pet and owner costume contest. Create a “couples” costume for you and your fur baby and compete to be the best...

Join Grainworks for our first annual Paw-loween party! For one night only, we will open our taproom doors to our furry friends on four legs for a spook-tacular pet and owner costume contest. Create a “couples” costume for you and your fur baby and compete to be the best...

Findlay Folk

Findlay Market
1801 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Downtown

Beer + Music + Excellent Atmosphere = Your New Friday Tradition   Every Friday, pull up a red chair and listen to some sweet sweet folk music. Come before 6pm to take advantage of our happy hour specials ($1 off all draft beers + food specials from Market merchants).

Beer + Music + Excellent Atmosphere = Your New Friday Tradition   Every Friday, pull up a red chair and listen to some sweet sweet folk music. Come before 6pm to take advantage of our happy hour specials ($1 off all draft beers + food specials from Market merchants).

CCMS PTO Fall Craft and Vendor Show

Campbell County Middle School
8000 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001

Southeast

Please join us for our 2nd annual Fall Craft and Vendor Show hosted by the CCMS PTO. We will have over 60 vendors and crafters set up, free face painting for kids, 2 food trucks ... plus ... over 50 raffle items with tickets only $1. Also, we will have two grand raffle baskets...

Please join us for our 2nd annual Fall Craft and Vendor Show hosted by the CCMS PTO. We will have over 60 vendors and crafters set up, free face painting for kids, 2 food trucks ... plus ... over 50 raffle items with tickets only $1. Also, we will have two grand raffle baskets...