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This weekend offers Cincinnatians numerous ways to indulge in local fun, from the Cincinnati International Wine Festival to the first walk of the season for Cincy Girls Who, a group that aims to foster connection and community among Greater Cincinnati women. Keep scrolling for a selection of interesting events taking place in Greater Cincinnati this weekend.
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Photo: Paige DeglowKroger Rock Your Beauty Fashion Show
When: March 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Memorial Hall, Over-the-Rhine
What: This fashion show, hosted by Kroger, features women “of all different races, body types, ages, and backgrounds rocking the runway.”
Who: Kroger
Why: A portion of the ticket sales benefit local nonprofit Women Helping Women. Photo: Screenshot provided by KrogerSmut at Know Theatre
When: March 8 from 7-10:30 p.m.
Where: Know Theatre, Over-the-Rhine
What: A celebration of smut literature featuring drinks made by female distillers, a small Smut Market, a panel session led by Allie Martin about sexuality and empowerment and a performance from the Dirty Words Burlesque Troupe
Who: Know Theatre
Why: Learn how to embrace your love of all things smut. Photo: Provided by Know TheatreLydia Shae Decade Diaries Album Release Show
When: March 8 from 8-11 p.m.
Where: Woodward Theater, Over-the-Rhine
What: Cincinnati musician Lydia Shae performs to celebrate the release of her debut album, Decade Diaries
Who: Lydia Shae
Why: If you’re a fan of fun rock and roll-tinged pop, Lydia Shae’s music might just be for you. Photo: ProvidedScreening of Birth of the Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis
When: March 9 from 5-7 p.m.
Where: Esquire Theatre, Clifton
What: A screening of documentary Birth of the Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis and a Q&A with the director
Who: Esquire Theatre
Why: A truly unique opportunity to learn more about the iconic documentary, The Endless Summer. Photo: Provided by Esquire TheatreClifton Cultural Arts Center: Grand Opening
When: March 9 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Clifton Cultural Arts Center, Clifton
What: A celebration of the opening of the new Clifton Cultural Arts Center
Who: Clifton Cultural Arts Center
Why: The grand opening includes performances from Madcap Puppets, Highly Improvable and more. Photo: ProvidedCincy Girls Who – 2024 Kickoff Walk
When: March 9 from 10-11 a.m.
Where: T. M. Berry International Friendship Park, Riverfront
What: The first walk of the year for Cincy Girls Who, a group created to connect women across Greater Cincinnati
Who: Cincy Girls Who
Why: Get your steps in while making new friends. Photo: Sincerely Media, UnsplashRock n’ Revival 8
When: March 9 at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Southgate House Revival, Newport
What: The Rock n’ Revival for a Cure is a yearly benefit show to raise money for glioblastoma research, formed after brothers Matthew and Adam Forsthoefel of local band The Grove found out their dad John Forsthoefel had the disease in 2016.
Who: Rock n’ Revival
Why: Rock out to music from local bands for a good case. Photo: Drew SiposCPS International Jazz Festival
When: March 9 from 7-9 p.m.
Where: Aronoff Center, Downtown
What: A jazz festival featuring Cincinnati Public Schools students and renowned violinist Tomoko Omura
Who: Activities Beyond the Classroom
Why: Support the accomplishments of the CPS Jazz Academy. Photo: Chris Bair | UnsplashGimme Gimme Disco: A Disco Dance Party Inspired by ABBA
9:30 p.m. April 22
Channel your inner dancing queen at Gimme Gimme Disco. Bogart’s will host their 18-and-up disco dance party, inspired by ABBA, where guests can bring out their best ’70s attire to party all night. Tickets start at $15, doors will open at 9:30 p.m. and ID is required to enter.
9:30 p.m. April 22. Bogart’s, 2621 Vine St., Corryville, livenation.com. Photo: Aleksandr Popov, UnsplashBurrito Boys Booking Presents: Pizza Party ft Fat Sal, Indré, Easy Mark, Stokelys
When: March 9 from 8-11:30 p.m.
Where: Oddfellows Liquor Bar, Over-the-Rhine
What: Named after Oddfellows’ neighbor, Mikey’s Late Night Slice, this show features Fat Sal and other local musicians.
Who: Burrito Boys Booking
Why: The best kind of party is a pizza party (with live music). Photo: Provided by Burrito Boys Booking
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