Though the Swiftie storm has left Cincinnati, the city still boasts plenty of ways to entertain any sort of weekend warrior. From augmented reality tours of an ancient village to summer markets and roller skating, here are just a handful of ways to enjoy your weekend in the Queen City.

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Mychaelyn Michalec: Not to Stifle, but to Clarify 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. July 7 and 8; noon-5 p.m. July 9 Mychaelyn Michalec addresses themes of sexuality, art history, gendered labor and feminism by hand and mechanically crafting large-scale textured wool rugs in her exhibit Not to Stifle, but to Clarify. The exhibit continues through Aug. 20 at Weston Art Gallery. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. July 7 and 8; noon-5 p.m. July 9. Weston Art Gallery, 650 Walnut St., Downtown, cincinnatiarts.org. Photo: Courtesy of Weston Art Gallery
Blues, Brews & BBQS 7-10 p.m. July 7 Who could turn down a night of barbecue, beer, and music? ArtsConnect is bringing back the popular Blues, Brews & BBQ event this Friday, July 7. Prepare yourself for award-winning blues music from Ralph & the Rhythm Hounds. Cincy Blues Society is also giving you the chance to win an electric guitar, amp, case, and lessons as well. All you have to do is show up, register to win and chow down on some barbecue while listening to some killer blues. The drawing is set to start at 9:30 p.m. 7-10 p.m. July 7. ArtsConnect, 9158 Winton Road, Winton Woods, theartsconnect.us. Photo: Emerson Vieira, Unsplash
Florence Y’alls Star Wars Night 7-10 p.m. July 7 Come on down to this Star Wars-themed FUNdraiser on Friday, July 7. Bring your best Star Wars gear while the Florence Y’alls take on the New York Boulders. Fifty percent of your ticket price supports BAWAC Community Rehabilitation Center’s services and programs to help maximize the vocational potential and quality of life of adult persons with disabilities. Rumor has it that their giveaway for the night will be a lightsaber. Buy tickets at givesmart.com. 7-10 p.m. July 7. Thomas More Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence, facebook.com. Photo: Provided by Florence Y'alls
Gay Poems for Red States reading at Roebling Books 6:30-8 p.m. July 8 Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr. will make his appearance at Roebling Books & Coffee in Dayton, Kentucky, to read excerpts from his poetry book Gay Poems for Red States on Saturday, July 8. Join Carver for his powerful reading from his collection of poetry about growing up as a gay man in Appalachia, and finding the inspiration and strength to be open about his identity, beliefs and pride. 6:30-8 p.m. July 8. Roebling Books & Coffee, 301 6th Ave., Dayton, Kentucky, eventbrite.com. Photo: Fair Use
Guard Archaeological Preserve Augmented Reality Tour 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 8 Join the Archaeological Research Institute for an interactive augmented reality tour of Fort Ancient village located in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Rediscover the Fort Ancient village site and what it looked like a thousand years ago, all with the power of augmented reality on iPads. All ages welcome. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 8. Archaeological Research Institute, 424 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, exploreari.org. Photo: facebook.com/FortAncient
Cincinnati Community Yard Sale 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 8 and July 9 Shop clothing, shoes, art, electronics, jewelry and personal care items (plus a cute lemonade stand), at the Cincinnati community yard sale this weekend, hosted by Azure Event Designs. Along with shopping, food trucks, music and a play area for the kids will also be on site. A fresh market area may also be available. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 8 and July 9. Hamilton County Fairgrounds, 7801 Anthony Wayne Ave., Carthage, facebook.com. Photo: Artificial Photography, Unsplash
No. 5 Outdoor/Patio Dining: Dead Low Brewing 5959 Kellogg Ave., California Photo: facebook.com/DeadLowBrewing
WakeNSkate with DJs Sneaks & Jigg at the Sawyer Point Roller Rink 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 17 Grab your skates and enjoy the riverfront breeze while you skate the day away. Sawyer Point Roller Rink introduces WakeNSkate — a free morning skating session which will go to the fundraising campaign to refurbish the rink’s flooring. Don’t have any skates? No worries. A limited number of rental skates will be available to use at the rink. Music will accompany your morning of fun from DJs Sneaks & Jigg. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 17 Sawyer Point Roller Rink, 925 Riverside Dr., Riverfront, cincinnatiparksfoundation.org. Photo: Cincinnati Parks
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra’s Boogie Nights 7:30-9:30 p.m. July 8 Dance to the music of the Bee Gees, KC & the Sunshine Band, Donna Summer, The Village People, ABBA and many more at the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra’s Boogie Nights event. Food trucks will be available throughout the night. Bring blankets or lawn chairs if you get tired of dancing during this blast to the past. Picnics are welcome. Admission is free, though registration and $5-per-person donations are encouraged. 7:30-9:30 p.m. July 8. Devou Park Bandshell, 1 Bandshell Blvd., Covington, kyso.org. Photo: facebook.com
O.F.F. Market 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 13 Each month, the O.F.F. Market brings together local small businesses, artisans, farmers and more to provide a different kind of shopping experience that puts community first. You’ll also find fun for the whole family beyond shopping thanks to Summit Park’s playgrounds, trails, restaurants, nature and splash scapes and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 13. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash, www.facebook.com/theoffmarket. Photo: Provided by O.F.F. Market