The Beach Waterpark in Mason is for Sale
According to a listing on Anchor Associates' retail real estate site, Mason's Beach Waterpark at 2590 Waterpark Drive is for sale. Yes, all 34 acres of this majestic water park are up for grabs, with the sales brochure listing highlights like the prime location at I-71 and Kings Mill Road in the "2nd fastest growing county in Ohio,"…
Male A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser Brings the Sounds of the Season to the Taft Theatre
If you like your music without instruments, you’re going to love multi-person a cappella group Straight No Chaser. The YouTube sensation, which originated at Indiana University, has developed into a full-fledged phenomenon with seven Atlantic Records releases; collaborations with the likes of Paul McCartney, Elton John and Dolly Parton; covers of hits from “Go Your…
BLINK’s Brave Berlin Adds Sparkle (and Projection Mapping) to Holiday Lights on the Hill at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum will light up for the 20th year this November. The Holiday Lights on the Hill drive-thru light display features two-and-a-half miles of creative, glowing scenes and an additional new projection-mapped sculptural installation overseen by Brave Berlin, part of the team behind the BLINK art and light festival. This is…
The Germania Society Christkindlmarkt Brings German Gifts, Mulled Wine and Krampus to Colerain
A bit of Bavaria is making its way to Colerain for the 22nd annual Germania Society Christkindlmarkt. A recreation of an authentic German Christmas market, the feier features holiday entertainment, a lantern-led parade, a petting zoo, carriage rides, German music, German food (dill pickle soup; hot, spiced glühwein; strudels; cream puffs; and a holiday cocktail…
During ‘Totally ’80s,’ the Cincinnati Pops Will Perform the Raddest Hits of the Decade from Blondie, Cher, George Michael and More
The Cincinnati Pops take it back to the 1980s with this evening of programming and themed performances. The Pops, led by conductor Stuart Chafetz and vocalists Aaron Finley and Julie Reiber, will be performing the biggest hits of the decade from acts like Blondie, Cher, George Michael and Kool & The Gang. The Heroes Rise…
Ruby’s Chocolates to Open Second Location in Oakley Square This January
Oakley is about to get a little bit sweeter with the addition of Ruby's Chocolates sweet shop. After 10 years of crafting made-from-scratch treats, they're expanding their business with a second location in Oakley Square this January. Opening Jan. 18, visitors can look forward to enjoying a variety of favorites from Ruby's, including their signature…
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Legendary African-American Composers in ‘American Life’ at Music Hall
The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will celebrate legendary African-American composers via American Life at Over-the-Rhine’s Music Hall. Kicking off with Adolphus Hailstork’s “An American Port of Call,” the concert will explore works by James Lee III, Florence Price, William Grant Still and Jazz giant Duke Ellington. Of the latter, Ellington’s composition “Harlem” will be performed, manifesting a…
Organizers Fail to Get Enough Signatures for Tax Repeal Ballot Initiative
Hamilton County voters won't see a sales tax repeal on their ballots after an effort by conservatives fell short of the 33,369 signatures required to put it there. Last month all three members of the Hamilton County Commission voted to implement a .25 percent sales tax starting in April next year to bridge a $20…
Evanston Community Seeks to Transform Historic St. Mark Church Into a Cultural Arts Center
A prominent landmark that has been a community gathering space in Evanston for more than 100 years is sitting mostly empty — but the neighborhood's community council wants to change that. The Evanston Community Council is working to acquire the historic St. Mark Catholic Church at 3500 Montgomery Road to preserve and reinvent the space…
After Opening for The Raconteurs at the Taft, Olivia Jean Set for 2020 Return to Southgate House Revival
Nashville-via-Detroit musician Olivia Jean appears to have a soft spot for Greater Cincinnati. Most recently, the Third Man Records recording artist — who broke away from her role as singer/guitarist in The Black Belles to begin a solo career with 2014's Bathtub Love Killings — opened for The Raconteurs in September at the Taft Theatre.…
Fondue Night is Back at Pleasant Ridge’s Share: Cheesebar
Colder weather is well on its way to the Queen City, which means there's no better time for the return of Share: Cheesebar's weekly Fondue for Two. From 5-8 p.m. every Thursday night through spring, Share serves a fondue pot with dippable options for vegetarians ($20) and carnivores ($24) and half-price bottles of wine (with…
‘American Idol’ Pioneer Ruben Studdard is Singing Luther Vandross Classics in Over-the-Rhine This Week
Singer Ruben Studdard, whose career took off after he won the second season of American Idol in 2003, has of late been performing concerts that pay tribute to the late R&B legend Luther Vandross. Studdard’s ties to Vandross stretch back to the very start of his singing career. He performed a head-turning version of “Superstar”…
Live Music Lineup for the 2019 Cincinnati Entertainment Awards Show Announced
The votes have been tallied and now it’s time to give out some awards. On Sunday, Nov. 24, the Cincinnati Entertainment Awards ceremony/party will honor local music-makers for the 22nd year. CityBeat created the program more than two decades ago, first hosting the event at Sycamore Gardens off of Main Street in Over-the-Rhine. After several…
It’s Official: The National’s Homecoming Music Festival is Returning to Cincinnati’s Riverfront May 8-9
After rampant speculation began over the weekend that The National would be bringing their Homecoming music festival back to Cincinnati's riverfront for a second installment in 2020, today (Nov. 12) the rumors were confirmed. Homecoming (officially "Homecoming in association with MusicNOW") is slated to return to the band members' hometown May 8-10, 2020. It will…
Newport On The Levee Offering Free Rent for Pop-Ups This Holiday Season
Newport on the Levee will transform into a whimsical holiday haven during this year's season-long Winter Wonder event, bringing together local vendors, holiday lights, a 500-foot Christmas tree, entertainment and Santa himself to the plaza. In the spirit of the holidays, they're inviting local retailers, craft-makers, eateries, breweries and service providers to set up shop…
The Cincinnati Zoo’s Festival of Lights Returns with a New Fiona’s Fairyland
It’s time to get fired up about freezing your face off at the Cincinnati Zoo in the name of time-honored tradition and holiday magic. The Festival of Lights is back for its 37th year of wintery amazement. Voted the No. 1 zoo light show in the country by readers of USA Today, 3 million LED lights (that’s 284…
Jazz/Soul/Pop Singer Emmaline Returns to Cincinnati This Week for Concert at The Redmoor
Just before Halloween, Cincinnati native and Funk music icon Bootsy Collins released a cover of “Monster Mash” that he recorded with experimental guitar wiz Buckethead. The track and accompanying music video also featured Jazz singer Emmaline Campbell, who studied music at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music and performed regularly on the local club…
Downtown Cincinnati’s Millennium Hotel to Close At End of Year
Downtown's Millennium Hotel will cease operating Dec. 31, its owners say, clearing the way for acquisition and redevelopment by The Port. About 100 employees will lose their jobs due to the closure. The hotel will operate as usual and all reservations remain effective up until the final day. Hotel staff will help those who made…
Maslow’s Army Obtains Second Emergency Mobile Unit Ahead of Freezing Temperatures to Help Cincinnatians Experiencing Homelessness
Local nonprofit Maslow's Army announced via Facebook that they were able to add a second emergency mobile unit to their pick-up service. The addition comes just in time — cold, wet weather is projected throughout Monday evening, with the National Weather Service predicting a snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches overnight. Maslow's Army aims to…
Ohio Lawmakers to Consider Bills Targeting Those Who Pay for or Profit From Sex Workers
In the past, Ohio — like many states throughout the country — focused law enforcement efforts against prostitution on sex workers themselves. But two bills introduced in the Ohio General Assembly today are aimed at shifting that focus toward johns and pimps — those who pay for sex and those who profit off of sex…
Chris Thile of Punch Brothers, Nickel Creek and APM’s ‘Live From Here’ Fame Heads to Memorial Hall for a Solo Show
Grammy winner Chris Thile heads to Memorial Hall for a special solo show. Thile, a member of bands the Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, is considered a “mandolin virtuoso, composer and vocalist,” says Memorial Hall. He’s also a MacArthur Fellow and the host of Live from Here, American Public Media’s music and storytelling variety show…
Honoring Ohio’s ‘Invisible’ Veterans
Veterans Day parades, ceremonies and service projects are taking place across the state to honor those who have served. And some of Ohio's so-called invisible veterans may soon have their own observance. A bill on Gov. Mike DeWine's desk would designate June 12 as Women Veterans' Day in order to pay tribute to the 67,000…
Bong Joon-ho’s Genre-Bending Film ‘Parasite’ is Best Walked Into Cold
South Korean director Bong Joon-ho is known for his genre-bending works, melding disparate hallmarks in his refusal to be defined. His latest flick, Parasite (winner of the Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or), could be seen as part family-tragicomedy, part domestic horror — but it’s perhaps best examined sans label. With an ever-shifting tone, this film…
L.A. Based Photographer Tyler Shields Returns to Hyde Park’s Miller Gallery
L.A.-based photographer Tyler Shields has accrued several nicknames over the course of his career: the Warhol of his generation; the bad boy of photography; and Hollywood's favorite photographer. Known for his trademark edgy style, Shields returns to Hyde Park's Miller Gallery this week for the opening of his Fairytale exhibition. The opening reception is Nov.…
Cincinnati Will Receive a Frosty Slap to the Face From Winter This Week
For all you jerks who started putting up your Christmas decorations the day after Halloween, your wintery wishes have been granted. Cincinnati will get a frigid glimpse of the season to come this week beginning Monday afternoon, just ahead of your evening commute. Expect rain showers starting around 4 p.m., transitioning into snow in evening.…
Cincinnati Co-Op Incubator to Host National Cooperative Symposium This Week
Can worker-owned businesses, innovative affordable housing practices and other cooperative efforts decrease economic inequality? A local co-op incubator is holding a national event here this weekend to explore those possibilities. Co-op Cincy, formerly known as the Cincinnati Union Cooperative Initiative, will bring more than 200 cooperative workers, business leaders and community and labor organizers to…
Meet Silverton’s Proud Hound Coffee, an Ethical Roaster with the Mission Statement ‘Dignity for All’
Three dudes in beanies of coordinating colors are sitting in a warehouse in Silverton; they swear the hat match-up wasn’t planned. The trio of friends — Dan Smith, Carl Arvidson and David Holman — share a passion for coffee (in addition to their sense of style) and are the team behind Proud Hound Coffee Roasters,…
Animal Collective Will Perform a DJ Set at Columbus’ Immersive Art Installation Otherworld This December
Members from Experimental Rock group Animal Collective will perform a DJ set at one of the most unique venues in Ohio this winter. Deakin and Geologist will be headed to Columbus' recently-opened choose-your-own-adventure, sci-fi art installation Otherworld Ohio on Dec. 14. The former vacant strip mall transformed into the immersive one-of-a-kind attraction in May of 2019, spanning…
Sports Betting Expands to Second Greater Cincinnati Casino
As lawmakers in Ohio and Kentucky mull bills legalizing sports betting, a second Greater Cincinnati casino in Indiana is launching that service today (Nov. 11). Patrons of Rising Sun Casino Resort will be allowed to bet on sports starting with an event featuring former Cincinnati Bengals players at noon. So far, 10 casinos across Indiana…
The New Pho Lang Thang Near Findlay Market Features More Seating, Less Cooking Fumes, Plus Craft Cocktails
Although Cincinnati is home to several thousand citizens of Vietnamese descent, there are only a few eateries here representing that country’s cuisine. Each one is casual, serving what could easily be considered street food. That makes a lot of sense given that the charm of Vietnamese food lies in its freshness and simplicity. You don’t…
Chris and Rich Robinson to Reunite as The Black Crowes and Play Cincinnati in 2020
Next year marks the 30th anniversary of The Black Crowes' breakthrough album, Shake Your Money Maker. To mark the occasion, brothers Rich (guitar) and Chris (vocals) Robinson have announced a reunion and world tour in 2020. The tour begins in June and will include an Aug. 20 stop at Cincinnati's Riverbend Music Center. Tickets and…
Harmony Plant Fare Vegan Deli Opens Shop in Over-the-Rhine’s Findlay Market
New York City-inspired vegan deli pop-up Harmony Plant Fare opened their new permanent location inside Over-the-Rhine's Findlay Market on Nov. 9. The deli offers a variety of vegan deli options ranging from cold cuts, salads, dips, housemade seitans and vegan cheese (that melts!) to sandwiches and vegan pantry essentials. Harmony Plant Fare began in 2017…
The National Tease Possible Return of Homecoming Music Festival in 2020
In April of 2018, Cincinnati-spawned Indie Rock group The National returned to their hometown to host the two-day Homecoming music festival, which featured a slew of acclaimed acts at the riverfront's Smale Park. Toward the end of 2018, the group announced that Homecoming could happen again in Cincinnati, just not in 2019. In a statement…
‘Mean Girls The Musical’ Offers Shallow Fun, But Not Much More
Tina Fey is the queen of snarky humor that appeals to contemporary audiences. The star of 30 Rock (2006-2013) and Saturday Night Live (1997-2006) had a significant hit with her screenplay for the 2004 film Mean Girls, a slice of bad behavior by girls in high school cliques that struck a lot of people as…
Here’s the Name of the Cincinnati Zoo’s New Bearcat
The Cincinnati Zoo has a new, super-cute baby bearcat… you know, the fierce but cuddly University of Cincinnati mascot. She's in line to be the school's next living mascot after her predecessor, the beloved Lucy, retired in August. But until now, she didn't have a name. Last month, the Zoo asked fans for suggestions on…
Choregrapher Radouan Mriziga’s ‘7’ Will Get its North American Premiere at the CAC’s Black Box
Architecture meets movement in Radouan Mriziga's 7, which gets its North American premiere this weekend at downtown's Contemporary Arts Center. A Moroccan choreographer and dancer, Mriziga's performance is the final installment in a trilogy of works he has developed that utilize "gestures and actions of construction to generate dance," according to its description. It will…
New Children’s Clothing Store Gumdrop Hosts Grand Opening in Covington
The gals behind Covington's colorful Handzy boutique are opening an adorable new shop, just for the little ones. Gumdrop, a baby and toddler boutique, is hosting its grand opening on Nov. 9 at 15 W. Pike St. You may be familiar with the location — Gumdrop took over Handzy's original location. (Fear not, Handzy fans:…
Lawsuit: Now-U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan Knew About Strauss Abuse During Coaching Tenure at OSU
In a federal lawsuit filed Thursday, a professional wrestling referee claims in 1994 he told now-U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan — at the time an assisant wrestling coach at the school — about an incident of alleged sexual misconduct by former Ohio State University doctor Richard Strauss. The suit, filed in U.S. District Court, contradicts repeated…
Over-the-Rhine Eatery Forty Thieves Kicks-Off its Sunday Pop-Up Series with Pata Roja Taqueria
Over-the-Rhine's Middle Eastern street food spot Forty Thieves is welcoming some new faces to its kitchen. Owner/chef Daniel Wright, who also owns Cincy mainstays Senate, Abigail Street and Pontiac, announced on his Facebook page on Oct. 9 that he will be starting a residency program at the restaurant on Sundays in order to give aspiring chefs,…
Kings Island’s WinterFest Returns for 2019 with Nighttime Rides, Holiday Lights and Blue Hot Chocolate
WinterFest has returned to Kings Island for the 2019 holiday season, transforming the park into a nostalgic winter wonderland. Kings Island's International Street has been decked out with holiday lights and displays, featuring a Snow Flake Lake ice skating rink under the Christmas tree-styled Eiffel Tower. In addition to strolling carolers and holiday shows, you can…
Oakley’s Catch-A-Fire Pizza in the MadTree Taproom One of the Top-Grossing Pizzerias in America
Pizza Today magazine — which is, in fact, a real magazine for pizza industry professionals — puts together a list of the Hot 100 independent pizzerias in America each year. This year, Catch-A-Fire Pizza in Oakley was ranked No. 90 in the collection of the country's "largest independent operations in the U.S. based on sales."…
Newport Aquarium to Launch Immersive Shipwreck Adventure Exhibit Full of Eels, Sunken Remains and a Treasure Chest
The Newport Aquarium is adding some "ahoy" with the forthcoming Shipwreck: Realm of the Eels exhibit, opening in spring 2020. The new, million-dollar attraction will take the place of the 20-year-old Dangerous & Deadly display and transform the space into an interactive and immersive sunken seafloor. According to a press release, "Guests will discover the…
Federal Bank: Ohio’s Economy Could Contract Slightly in the Next Six Months
Ohio's economy could contract slightly over the next half of a year, according to projections from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. The bank Nov. 1 issued its economic predictions for states, which show Ohio's economy shrinking by .04% over the next six months, even as the nation's economy grows by 1.48% — a slower…
Cincinnati Indie/Electro Pop Act Dark Colour Releases New Visual Album, ‘Observer’
Cincinnati-based Indie/Electro Pop act Dark Colour recently unveiled its latest project, and it's an A/V experience. Observer is both a visual and audio album, released on Halloween via YouTube and most major streaming platforms. The visuals are a shadowy, neon trip, based around live performances of the songs that are spliced with glowing, glitchy graphics…
Women’s Groovement Music Festival Celebrates Local Musicians This Weekend at Arnold’s
The Women’s Groovement is a new Cincinnati-based non-profit founded by local photographer Lisa Sulivan, who is known for her great photos of musicians (among other subjects; check out some of her work at llsullivanphotography.com). According to its website, the organization's goal is "to connect female artists within and outside of their communities to support each…
Reports: Electric Vehicle Startup Lordstown Motors Purchases GM Plant
A startup electric truck company affiliated with Greater Cincinnati's Workhorse Group has purchased the former General Motors plant in Lordstown, Ohio, according to multiple media reports. That 6.2 million-square-foot plant, which employed 4,500 workers before GM shuttered earlier this year, has become a symbol of the fate of manufacturing in the Buckeye State — something…
Cincinnati Youth Work to Find Their Own Solutions to Neighborhood Issues and Disparities in the Justice System
This story is part four in the series Youth, Trauma, Trials, Time: a Deep Dive Into Youth and the Justice System. You can read the centerpiece story here and additional coverage here and here. Gracie Perez-Vasquez, 16, has plenty on her plate, including attending Dater High School, prepping for the ACT — and working with a group of…
Veterans Will Get Free Metro Bus Service on Veterans Day
If you're a veteran of military service, you won't need a fare to ride Metro buses around the Greater Cincinnati area Nov. 11, transit officials announced today. Metro is offering free rides to active duty, reserve and retired veterans who present a U.S. Department of Defense military ID card, a Veterans Affairs ID card or…
Cincinnati’s Rhinegiest Brewery to Host Inaugural INKED Tattoo and Brew Event
Two great things will collide at this year's inaugural INKED event at Over-the-Rhine's Rhinegeist Brewery on Nov. 23. The event is a celebration of "all things ink," inviting local tattoo artists to tattoo in the taproom while Rhinegeist releases variants of its Ink stout. INKED will feature artists from five favorite tattoo shops — White Whale, Black…
Queer Soup Night Returns to Covington’s Lil’s Bagels
Queer Soup Night will return to Covington's Lil's Bagels on Sunday, Nov. 10. The fundraising event invites the community to enjoy an evening of unlimited soup from four local queer and ally chefs who will each prepare a different recipe. Guests are asked to donate what they can or want to contribute, with proceeds benefitting Safe…
Bublé’s Back, Baby — Singer Announces 2020 Cincinnati Concert
On the heels of five sold-out tours, Michael Bublé will be back on the road in 2020. The dates include a return to Cincinnati’s U.S. Bank Arena, aka the newly-rechristened Heritage Bank Center. Tickets for the May 16 concert go on sale Monday, Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. via ticketmaster.com. JUST ANNOUNCED! After five sold…
These Cincinnati Restaurants are Honoring Veterans and Active Military with Veterans Day Dining Deals
Veterans Day is Monday, Nov. 11 and several national chains and area eateries are offering special discounts to active military members and veterans to say thank you for your service. All deals require proof of service. Taste of Belgium — All Taste of Belgiums bistros in Cincinnati are offering a free Belgian meatball and frites…
Jeff Tweedy Hearts Cincinnati: Singer/Songwriter Returns with Wilco This Weekend
Jeff Tweedy might want to just get an apartment in Cincinnati. He was here last year to promote his fantastic memoir, Let's Go (So We Can Get Back). The live interview/performance event at Walnut Hills High School was one of only six dates on the book tour. Then this year Tweedy played a solo show…
Fretboard Brewing Celebrates Turning 2 with Two Nights of Soul, Blues, Funk and More
Blue Ash's Fretboard Brewing Company turns 2 this year and to celebrate, the music-themed brewery/brewpub is throwing a big weekend music bash. Naturally. "This adventure is about the beautiful harmony between music and beer," reads part of Fretboard's mission statement on Facebook, and since opening, it has presented weekly live shows primarily featuring artists from…
Ohio Gov. DeWine Signs Bill Ending ‘Pink Tax’ On Feminine Hygiene Products
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine today signed into a law a bill that, among other measures, eliminates state sales tax on feminine hygiene products. The move is expected to save consumers in the Buckeye State about $4 million a year. State Rep. Brigid Kelly of Cincinnati, a Democrat, sponsored legislation removing the pink tax with Republican…
Ohio Senate Passes Bill Requiring Physicians to Tell Patients Chemical Abortions are Reversible
The Ohio Senate today approved a bill that would require physicians to tell patients that chemical abortions are potentially reversible. Some pro-choice groups and medical professionals have cried foul about the bill, however, saying it forces doctors to give patients misleading and incorrect information. Senate Bill 155 requires doctors who prescribe chemical abortions — a…
Watch Cincinnati Band PUBLIC Make Their National TV Debut on ‘Live with Kelly and Ryan’
Cincinnati Pop Rock trio PUBLIC made their national television debut this morning (Nov. 6), performing their song "Make You Mine" on Live with Kelly and Ryan. Watch the video below. • @LiveKellyRyan you were a dream. thanks for letting us do our thing • pic.twitter.com/zYIkghWcxT — • P U B L I C • (@PUBLICTHEBAND)…
Bevin Requests Recanvass in Kentucky Governor’s Race. Could State Legislature Decide Election?
Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin's reelection campaign today formally requested a recanvass of the votes cast in last night's gubernatorial election after vote tallies showed him roughly 5,000 votes — .3 percent of the voting electorate — behind Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear. Kentucky's Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes called the election for Beshear, but…
The Owner of Keegan’s Specialty Seafood Market in Hyde Park Has Passed Away
Tom Keegan, the owner of Hyde Park's Keegan's Specialty Seafood, has died, according to a post made on the business's Facebook page on Nov. 6. Keegan was recovering from a recent roller skating accident in a neurological rehab facility. https://www.facebook.com/KeegansSpecialtySeafoodHydeParkSquare/posts/2480278228896509 The shop, which is dedicated to providing the highest-quality fresh fish and seafood for customers,…
Grammy-Winning Violinist Gil Shaham to Perform Tchaikovsky’s Famed “Violin Concerto” with the CSO
Renowned violinist Gil Shaham will perform at Music Hall Nov. 8 and 9 with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Though Saturday's show is sold out, seats are still available for the Friday performance — so snag 'em while you can. Named "one of today's preeminent violinists" by the New York Times, Shaham will play Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's "Violin…
Catch the Stories of Six Incredible Canines in ‘Superpower Dogs’ at Cincinnati Museum Center’s Omnimax Theater
We don't deserve dogs. Maybe you think that's an overstatement, but for proof of how amazing our canine companions are, look no further than the six four-legged pups featured in Superpower Dogs. Narrated by Chris Evans (aka Captain America), this 47-minute film captures the bravery of a few of the world's most amazing doggos. Already having…
Cincy Blues Society Announces Fall Fund Drive, Reorganization as Support for Blues Music Dwindles
The mission statement of the Cincy Blues Society says its focus is to "'Keep the Blues Alive' across cultural, economic, generational, social, racial, and geographic lines." But for several reasons, that mission has become more difficult. The longtime local organization behind the Cincy Blues Fest — one of the longest-running volunteer-driven Blues events of its…
Poll: 16 Percent of Ohioans Don’t Believe Childhood Vaccines Should be Required
Scientists and health professionals agree — immunizations protect individuals and groups, especially the very young, from infectious diseases and should be required in most cases. A recent poll conducted by Cincinnati-based Interact for Health revealed that most — but not all — Ohioans agree with the experts. The nonprofit's 2019 Ohio Health Issues Poll asked…
Cincinnati Reds Announce Billy Joel Concert at Great American Ball Park in 2020
At a press conference at the Reds Hall of Fame & Museum today that included baseball legend Johnny Bench and Hamilton County Commissioner Denise Driehaus, the Cincinnati Reds and Live Nation announced that Billy Joel will play Great American Ball Park on Sept. 11. That date is significant in Reds history — Pete Rose passed…
Masterful Bass Guitarist Marcus Miller Plays the Ludlow Garage Friday
Though known as an influential Jazz player, bass superhero Marcus Miller is far from just a "Jazz bassist." He's done sessions with Jazz greats like Herbie Hancock and Dizzy Gillespie, collaborated with David Sanborn and Wayne Shorter and worked closely with Miles Davis in the ’80s, producing, writing and playing on Davis' late-period work, including…
Cranley, Portune Pitch Deal at The Banks
After protracted battles over a music venue at The Banks between the City of Cincinnati and members of the Hamilton County Commission, there may be a truce on the table involving a deal to divvy up the remaining undeveloped lots at the riverfront development between the city and the county. That's the deal Cincinnati Mayor…
Music Icon Bob Dylan is Performing in Northern Kentucky This Week
It’s hard to imagine a world where Bob Dylan doesn’t exist. With more than half a century of published work in his discography, Dylan has made music longer than friends like The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Tom Petty. He came up in the Folk scene with the likes of Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell and…
Live Music in Greater Cincinnati: This Week’s Concerts and Club Shows (Nov. 6-12)
WEDNESDAY 06 BLIND LEMON – Thom Stephenson. 8 p.m. Acoustic. Free. *BOGART'S – Gryffin. 8 p.m. EDM. $25. CAFFÈ VIVACE – Blue Wisp Big Band. 8 p.m. Big Band Jazz. $10. MANSION HILL TAVERN – Losing Lucky. noon Roots. Free. MEMORIAL HALL – The Kingston Trio. 7:30 p.m. Folk. $38-$56. *NORTHSIDE YACHT CLUB – Vital…
‘The Chicago Tribune’ Lists Where to Find the Best Goetta in Cincinnati — and What Goetta Even Is
The Chicago Tribune just posted a food and travel feature on goetta. Yes, goetta — Cincinnati's favorite meat-and-oat mixture — in a story titled, "Goetta's got it going on in Cincinnati, where chefs get creative with this meat-and-grain mashup." The Queen City certainly does have it going on where weird meats are concerned and the…
Cincinnati Election Results 2019: Cincinnati School Board
Voters picked three out of four incumbents to fill seats on the Cincinnati School Board while a fourth incumbent was hobbled by a write-in candidacy that opened the door for a first-time school board candidate to score a win. In a field race for three seats up for re-election, current board members Eve Bolton and…
Cincinnati Election Results: Tax Levies
Voters in the Cincinnati Public School district approved a levy renewal for the district for the next decade by a decisive 72 percent margin, and two county-wide levy renewals for family and disability services also received high levels of voter support. In June, the CPS board voted to ask voters to renew a levy that…
Cincinnati Election Results: Municipal Court Races
Incumbents came up big in Hamilton County municipal court races — with one big exception. Municipal court judges aren’t well-known generally, but they have an important role: hearing criminal misdemeanor cases in the county as well as conducting initial hearings in felony cases. They also preside over civil cases involving claims of less than $15,000. …
Cincinnati Election Results: Issue 22
Cincinnati voters decisively approved a move that would eliminate a portion of the city's earnings tax should Hamilton County voters approve a sales tax levy next year to fund the region's Metro bus service. Roughly 76 percent of voters approved the charter amendment striking the .3 percent of the earnings tax currently devoted to buses.…
In Tight Race, Beshear Leads Bevin for Kentucky Governor
Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear looks to have defeated incumbent Gov. Matt Bevin in the state's hard-fought gubernatorial contest. With all voting precincts reporting, Beshear, a Democrat, has a narrow 4,650-vote lead over Republican Bevin. NBC News has called the election for Beshear. Bevin, however, has said he is not conceding the race just yet…
A Wounded Warrior Dogs Exhibit is Coming to Dayton’s Wright-Patterson National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
Dayton, Ohio's National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will be home to the exhibit Canine Warriors – Courage and Sacrifice, Always Beside You starting Nov. 8 and running through Jan. 31, 2020. The traveling exhibit features eight wounded dog sculptures and four war dog sculptures by James Mellick "to not only bring attention to the service and heroism of…
Two Teens Charged in Hocking Hills State Park Death Will be Tried as Adults
Two teen boys charged with murder, involuntary manslaughter and felonious assault in the death of a hiker at Hocking Hills State Park in September will be tried as adults, a Hocking County judge ruled today. Victoria Schafer, 44, died on Labor Day after a 74-pound log fell from a nearby cliff while she was climbing…
‘Daily Show’ Host Trevor Noah is Returning to Cincinnati This Spring
Comedian Trevor Noah's Loud & Clear Tour came to Cincinnati earlier this year. The sold-out Aronoff Center show must've gone well because this spring the Daily Show host is bringing the tour back to the venue. The 2020 Loud & Clear world tour begins in January and brings Noah back to the Aronoff on May…
Two-Day Local-Music-Heavy Event Ironfest Returns for 10th-Anniversary Blowout
On Nov. 8 and 9, Ironfest celebrates a milestone. A decade ago, Greater Cincinnati local music mainstay John Gerhardt started the music fest as a tribute to his late best friend, area musician Mike Davidson (aka “Iron Mike”). The event has grown to become one of the most anticipated local music events of the year…
Kentucky Voters Set to Decide: Bevin or Beshear?
Kentucky voters today will cast their ballots for the state's next governor, choosing between controversial Republican incumbent Gov. Matt Bevin and Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear. Despite Kentucky being one of five states to hold its gubernatorial elections on years without federal elections to draw big attention, it has been a bruising contest between the…
Over-the-Rhine’s Spruce Natural Nail Salon is Moving to Findlay Market
Spruce, Over-the-Rhine's natural and non-toxic nail salon, is moving from its current location on Vine Street to a spot in nearby Findlay Market. The new salon at 1818 Race St. will take the shop from 1,300 square feet to 2,400 square feet and make room for additional pedicure and manicure stations, double their retail space…
Damn Y’all, Ohio is the 10th Fattest State in America
It's no secret that Americans have major issues with obesity. In fact, a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that over 70 percent of American adults aged 20 and older are either obese or overweight. Personal finance website WalletHub recently produced a study that evaluates which states throughout the United…
‘Men’s Journal’ Names New Riff One of the Best Single Barrel Bourbons Under $100 and Best Hard-to-Find Whiskeys
Men's Journal has released a list of the Best Single Barrel Bourbons You Should Try Right Now and the Best Hard-to-Find Bottles for the Whiskey Fan in Your Life. And in both you'll find local New Riff Distilling's single-barrel bourbon. New Riff describes their single barrel bourbon as, "New Riff Distilling’s core Bourbon expression is a genuinely…
Premiere: Watch Cincinnati Native Becca Neighbor Play Among the Stars in New “Bored” Music Video
Becca Neighbor grew up in Cincinnati area but eventually relocated to Nashville to pursue her music career. Initially, Neighbor got her feet wet being the tour manager for acclaimed trad-flavored Country singer/songwriter Nikki Lane, who became a friend and musical mentor. Lane encouraged Neighbor to play a set at the massive Stagecoach festival in California…
Cincinnati-Filmed Mark Ruffalo Movie ‘Dark Waters’ is Getting Oscar Buzz
Cincinnati-based attorney Rob Bilott's battle — and eventual victory — against one of the world's largest chemical companies, DuPont, has been the subject of much coverage, including an extensive feature from The New York Times Magazine, a documentary titled The Devil We Know and now a forthcoming film produced by and starring Mark Ruffalo entitled Dark Waters. …
This Medical Trial at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Will Pay You to Get the Flu
Working for money is kind of terrible most of the time. But is it more terrible than getting the flu? If you apply (and get picked for) a medical trial at Cincinnati Children's Hospital tracking flu symptoms, you could find out at a fairly high rate of pay. Plus you'll get to chill at the…
Celebrate College Hill’s Brink Brewing Great American Beer Festival Wins on Nov. 9
College Hill's Brink Brewing Company won big at this year's Great American Beer Festival, and they're throwing a party to celebrate. For the second year in a row, the brewery earned the title of Very Small Brewing Company of the Year, becoming the first to ever earn the honor in back to back years. Brink…
Graphic Novel Kickstarter ‘Barry Carter’ Gives the Wizarding World the Cincinnati Treatment
The wizarding world will get the Queen City treatment in Barry Carter and the Copper Train, a graphic novel by Boluwatife Oriowo and Brandon Reynolds currently seeking crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Barry Carter does not have any magical powers. That is, unless you count his stage-magic tricks. But he has lots of questions, like, “Who are those kids flying…
Celebrated Kentucky Singer/Songwriter Joan Shelley Returns to Greater Cincinnati
Louisville, Kentucky has had plenty of “Roots” musicians come to national attention in recent years, but Joan Shelley may just be the most important one since Will Oldham/Bonnie “Prince” Billy emerged in 1993. Having become familiar to Cincinnati audiences with increasingly high-profile shows here (including opening spot for Richard Thompson), she headlines a concert at…
Superstar Cher is Coming to Cincinnati with Nile Rodgers and Chic for a 2020 Concert
Slightly lost in the shuffle of today’s news that longtime riverfront venue U.S. Bank Arena has a new name — the Heritage Bank Center (how many times have you already written or said, “Heritage Bank Arena”?) — was the arena’s announcement that Cher would be bringing her "Here We Go Again Tour" to the newly-rechristened…
Northside Gallery Thunder-Sky, Inc. Will Close at the End of 2020
It will soon be time to say goodbye to Northside's Thunder-Sky, Inc. The gallery, which just celebrated its 10th anniversary, has announced that 2020 will be its final season. Founded by Bill Ross and Keith Banner, the beloved art space first opened on Oct. 30, 2009. But it was earlier, in 1999, that Ross first…
Politically Incorrect Comedian Bill Maher is Coming to Cincinnati in Lead-Up to 2020 Election
Veteran comedian Bill Maher will likely have plenty to say about Donald Trump and Oprah (or whoever ends up running against Trump in the 2020 presidential election) when he comes to Cincinnati next year. The button-pushing comedian will bring his stand-up act at the Taft Theatre on March 29. Tickets ($47.50-$129.50) go on sale Friday,…
Columbia Tusculum’s Streetside Brewery Hosts a Build-Your-Own Cupcake Bar and Beer Party
Things are getting a little bit sweeter at Streetside Brewery. The brewery is well-known for its many decadent and fruit-infused beer offerings, including a variety of milkshake brews, fruited weisses and chocolate and pastry stouts. But they're kicking things up a notch on Wednesday, Nov. 20 with a collaboration event with 3 Sweet Girls Cakery, offering…
Starting Today, You Can Catch a Metro Bus Straight Back to the 1980s
Everything was cooler in the 1980s. Actually, that's very debatable. But it's safe to say Greater Cincinnati's Metro buses looked pretty awesome back then. They also cost less — just 65 cents. (That's $1.52 in today's money — a fare lower than today's $1.75). Starting today, you can relive all the glory that was 1986…
Cincinnati Riverfront Venue U.S. Bank Arena Has A New Name
When the popular Art Metal band Tool performs in Cincinnati Tuesday, it will be the first event at the riverfront venue formerly known as U.S. Bank Arena since its new name was announced. It was revealed today (Nov. 4) at a press conference that the 44-year-old structure will now be called the Heritage Bank Center.…
Happy Election Day. Here’s What You’ll See on the Ballot in Cincinnati and How to Find Your Polling Place
This year's local elections are chock-full of pivotal choices. Should voters renew a big levy for Cincinnati Public Schools? Who will sit on the school district’s board? Should the City of Cincinnati jettison part of its earnings tax to pave the way for a county-wide bus levy? Who should serve as municipal court judges? The main…
Dayton, Kentucky’s Unataza Coffee to Host Free Salsa Dancing Throughout November
Recently opened Honduran cafe Unataza Coffee is bringing culture and community together with a dance event series this month. The shop will host three free Monday night Coffee and Cuban Dance events throughout November. "Even before having the coffee shop, I dreamt of creating a space where the culture of coffee and dance could be combined," shop…
Taste of Belgium Brings Back Thanksgiving Leftover Waffle Sandwich
Taste of Belgium's bistros are welcoming November in full force, introducing their Thanksgiving Waffle at all locations, available through the end of the month. The Thanksgiving Waffle is basically a leftover-style sandwich with two pumpkin spice waffles for the bread. Inside, Taste of Belgium has stuffed roasted pulled turkey, Boursin cheese, cranberry compote and arugula.…
Modern Rock Legends Tool Bring ‘Fear Inoculum’ Tour to Cincinnati This Week
Fans who waited 13 years for the release of Tool’s fifth album, Fear Inoculum, were understandably giddy with excitement over its release in August. The same day as the release, local fans got even more reason to get excited, as the band announced a return to Cincinnati on the Fear Inoculum. Post Punk legends Killing…
Camp Washington’s Mom ‘n ‘Em Named One of the Best Coffee Shops in America by ‘Food & Wine’
Food & Wine magazine has bestowed Camp Washington's Mom 'n 'em coffee shop and wine bar with the honor of being named the No. 5 best coffee shop in the country. The national publication rounded up a list of the 100 best coffee shops in America after "more than two years of on-the-ground research" and named…
Clifton’s Esquire Theatre Kicks Off Noir November
As November rounds the corner in full, blustery force, the bouncy, joyful beat of autumn begins to shift in favor of a darker mood. It’s cold. It’s (mostly) gloomy. The days shorten, and night takes over earlier and earlier. The Esquire Theatre is leaning into the sinister mood with Noir November, a month-long screening series…
Alicia Reece to Seek Spot on Hamilton County Commission in 2020, Replacing Todd Portune
As long-serving Hamilton County Commission member Todd Portune looks toward retiring due to a battle with cancer, the race to replace him in 2020 is already shaping up. Portune, a Democrat, announced yesterday during a Hamilton County Commission meeting that he will end his 27-year political career and step down no later than the end…
Composer (and Tina Fey’s Husband) Jeff Richmond on How Fey’s ‘Mean Girls’ Became a Broadway Musical
Like films Heathers and Clueless, Tina Fey's 2004 comedy Mean Girls spoke to the confusing, sometimes alienating experience of being a teenage girl. Filled to the brim with snappy one-liners, it managed to be funny, relatable, empathetic and warm, all rolled into one pink-hued plastic package. And if you grew up in the 2000s, you likely watched it…
‘Friends’ Thanksgiving Episodes Will Be There For You in Greater Cincinnati Theaters Nov. 24-25
Thanksgiving, America's most-overlooked holiday, is getting a special Friends treatment this year. Come Nov. 24 and Nov. 25, fans of the long-running NBC sitcom can watch a number of the Friends Thanksgiving-themed episodes at their nearest multiplex (700 theaters across the country in all). The two-night event, helping to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the…
What Did Rail Transit Look Like in Cincinnati in 1912? Check Out This Incredible Map
Quick. It's 1912, you don't own one of those newfangled horseless carriages, and you need to get from downtown Cincinnati to Middletown. Also, bad news, your horse is sick. Don't worry, because actually, there is a pretty robust network of electric interurban rail lines to take you there or many other places you'd need to…
The Cincinnati Ballet is Building a New Facility in Walnut Hills
The Cincinnati Ballet has just announced it will be moving to Walnut Hills. The Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance will be built on land at 1801 Gilbert Ave., with programming slated to begin in the summer of 2021, according to a press release. The ballet company is currently headquartered in the West End,…
CVS Installs Safe Medication Disposal Units, Offers Disposal Packets at All Pharmacies in Ohio
CVS Pharmacy announced it has installed safe medication disposal kiosks at store locations across Ohio, claiming every CVS in the state now has access to drug disposal — specifically opioid disposal — options. "As part of its expanded efforts, the company announced the completed installation of 53 safe medication disposal kiosks in select CVS Pharmacy…
A Chipotle Drive-Thru ‘Chipotlane’ is Now Open in Hebron, Kentucky
Do you want to eat Chipotle but don't want to use your legs to leave your car? You're in luck! Chipotle Mexican Grill has just added a third Greater Cincinnati-area drive-thru "Chipotlane" in Hebron, Kentucky. The first in the state opened in Union, Kentucky this summer and the second in Greater Cincinnati opened in Hamilton in early…
Colerain Township Police Warning Parents to Check Children’s Halloween Candy for Razor Blades
Colerain Township Police have issued a warning to parents to check their children's Halloween trick-or-treating haul for razor blades. According to a post on Twitter, the police say they received reports of razor blades found hidden in candy bars obtained in the Pleasant Run area. Please check your children’s candy from last evening. pic.twitter.com/yqHqq3Aooj —…
Axis Alley at Newport on the Levee Rebranded as Rotolo, a Bowling and Bocce Eatery
Newport's boutique bowling destination Axis Alley is being "newly reimagined" as Rotolo, a bowling and bocce eatery, according to a press invite. The invite says, "Formerly Axis Alley, Rotolo takes a modern spin on an Italian vacation. A license for indulgence and bowler's paradise, Rotolo is a newly designed restaurant concept with two full bars,…
Poll: 37 Percent of Ohioans Have Suffered One of Three Forms of Childhood Trauma
Research suggests one of the factors underpinning some of the nation's largest social problems — the addiction crisis, violent crime and other issues — is the role traumatic events play in the lives of those who experience them. That's especially true when young people experience that trauma — and new research suggests that may be…
Killing Joke, One of the Most Influential Post Punk Bands of All Time, is Coming to Cincinnati with Tool
Killing Joke is one of the most influential early Post Punk bands of all time, and also perhaps the most enduring outside of The Cure. Forty-one years after forming in London, the group is currently on one of the biggest tours of 2019. You don’t have to have ever even heard of Killing Joke to…
Comedians Sommore, Gary Owen and Mark Curry to Bring ‘Festival of Laughs’ to Cincinnati in 2020
The 'Festival of Laughs' tour is coming to Cincinnati this winter. Comedians Sommore, Gary Owen, Mark Curry, Michael Blackson and Tommy Davidson (who recently did a club date at Cincinnati's Ludlow Garage) will perform Feb. 29 at U.S. Bank Arena. Festival of Laughs is an annual tour featuring some of the top names in comedy.…
Premiere: Indie Artist Jay Madera Strolls Across Cincinnati Rooftops in New “Curb Appeal” Music Video
Last month we shared the richly emotive "Curb Appeal," the excellent debut single from Cincinnati Indie Pop artist Jay Madera. Today we're thrilled to premiere the music video for the track. Directed by Alok Karnik, the clip has the same moody-to-jubilant spirit as the song, with Madera strolling across Cincinnati rooftops (sometimes with the contemplativeness…
TriHealth Employee Accused of Making Homophobic Facebook Posts Resigns
An employee of local healthcare company TriHealth has resigned after profanity-laced posts she allegedly made sparked controversy and brief calls for a boycott from a Cincinnati City Council member. The posts allegedly written by an ER nurse at Bethesda Butler Hospital in Hamilton included slurs against LGBTQ people and explicit language. Cincinnati City Council member…
Minimum Gauge: Morrissey Called Out for Selling Autographed Albums He Didn’t Make for $300
HOT: That Darn Moz As much as people have tried to defend his legacy in the wake of his far-right politics being revealed, Morrissey can’t seem to help but make things worse for his reputation. The latest problematic news item making the rounds came when photos of the former Smiths singer’s merch booth at a…
Postmark Restaurant to Reopen in Clifton’s Gaslight District
Upscale Gaslight District eatery Postmark announced in July that the restaurant was closing for the time being with this message on Facebook: "Our Postmark family would like to thank all of you for your support and patronage. We are closed for the immediate future for restructuring as we explore new and innovative approaches to serving…
This is When You Can Expect Trick-or-Treaters in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
Happy Halloween! If you live in an area frequented by costumed children on this holiday, hopefully you bought some candy (or collected pennies or toothbrushes) to hand out or stick in a bowl on your porch while you hide in the dark inside. The City of Cincinnati has proclaimed the witching hour to be between…
As U.S. House Approves Trump Impeachment Inquiry Rules, Ohio Senators Split
As the U.S. House of Representatives mulls articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, Ohio's two senators have been on opposite sides of the mostly partisan debate. U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, said yesterday that Trump's alleged actions withholding aid from Ukraine until officials there launched an investigation into his political rival Joe Biden…
Graphic Designer Andi Ploehs Discusses National Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, Infertility Cards and Rountables
Last time we spoke with Cincinnati graphic designer and artist Andi Ploehs of a.p. loves design, it was 2017. After unsuccessfully attempting to conceive a child on their own for several years, Ploehs and her husband, John, began seeking medical assistance in their quest to become parents. As a result, Ploehs began designing a line of…
Alternative Rock Hitmakers Highly Suspect to Play Two Concerts at the Madison Theater This Winter
Highly popular Alternative Rock band Highly Suspect will be giving Greater Cincinnati fans two chances to catch them on tour this winter. The group is slated to play back-to-back nights at Covington's Madison Theater in February. Tickets for the Feb. 13 show (sponsored by local radio station's WEBN and The Project) and Feb. 14 concert…
Federal Civil Rights Review of DuBose Shooting Ongoing, Outgoing Cincinnati-Based U.S. Attorney Says
U.S. Attorneys are still reviewing possible civil rights charges against a former University of Cincinnati police officer who shot and killed an unarmed motorist in Mount Auburn in 2015, outgoing U.S. Attorney Ben Glassman told the Associated Press this week. Glassman's office first announced the federal probe in July 2017 shortly after Hamilton County prosecutors…
The Pretenders and Journey to Bring 2020 Summer Tour to Cincinnati
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame bands The Pretenders and Journey announced a joint five-month 2020 tour today. Among the 60-plus dates on the extensive summertime jaunt is a June 29 stop at Cincinnati's Riverbend Music Center. Tickets for the concert go on sale on Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. via ticketmaster.com. The two…
Still Unable to Get Execution Drugs, State of Ohio Delays Two Executions
Because the state continues to have difficulty procuring drugs used in lethal injection, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced today that he is issuing reprieves for two inmates that were scheduled to be executed at the end of this year and early next year. James Hanna of Toledo was scheduled for execution Dec. 11 for killing…
Cincinnati City Council Approves Entertainment District Designation for Camp Washington, Downtown’s Court Street
Cincinnati City Council has approved two entertainment districts that could bring more bars and restaurants to parts of Cincinnati that are already seeing big changes. The Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) applied for one of the districts to be created along Court Street downtown, and Camp Washington's community development corporation wants to establish a similar district in…
Behind the Scenes of the Dent Schoolhouse, One of Cincinnati’s Most Horrifying Haunted Attractions
It is 6:47 p.m. on a Saturday in mid-October when the wind picks up and the chainsaws begin to rev; 7:05 p.m. when the fog rolls in and shrieks of terror begin to float out of the two-story red brick schoolhouse. Zobo the Clown cackles in the distance as the Lady in White convulses in…
Cincinnati City Council Passes Raft of Eviction Aid Measures
Cincinnati City Council today passed five ordinances and three motions designed to help struggling Cincinnatians with one of their most elemental needs: the ability to keep safe, stable housing. The Queen City has about 85,000 rental units — roughly 60 percent of the city's overall housing stock. Advocates say some of the people renting those…
The Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market Returns to the Duke Energy Convention Center, with a Bonus Wine Lounge
The Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market returns to the Duke Energy Convention Center, offering a one-stop shop for holiday gifting. There will be more than 350 boutiques and specialty stores, but this is more than a shopping spree — it’s an outing. Take breaks from buying and hang out in the wine and appetizer lounge or…
Drink and Shop at Art On Vine in the Rhinegeist Taproom
Monthly maker pop-up Art on Vine is moving indoors to its winter hub at Rhinegeist. Discover and shop more than 70 local crafters, collectors and fine artists while sipping on a brew or snacking on dishes from Sartre OTR. Noon-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Free admission. Rhinegeist, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, artonvinecincy.com.
Local Comedian Mark Chalifoux Headlines Go Bananas in Montgomery
It’s a busy time for comedian Mark Chalifoux, onstage and off. “I’m coaching 6-year-olds in soccer,” he says, “and I’ve been traveling a lot.” He’s hoping to end 2019 on a high note. “I’m going to win my fantasy football league championship, then get a TV spot,” he states. He’s also trying to get pal,…
Coney Island’s ‘Christmas Nights of Lights’ Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display Opens in November
Yes. As soon as Halloween is over, it’s time for holiday lights. Coney Island transforms into a drive-thru Christmas show during the ten-week-long Christmas Nights of Lights. Enjoy the warmth of your car while lights manipulated to resemble dancing candy canes, glowing snowmen, colorful tunnels and giant holiday trees are synchronized to Christmas tunes both…
Cincinnati Cyclones Host Shut Out The Hate Night to Celebrate Fan, Staff Diversity
The Cincinnati Cyclones are taking pride to the ice with their Shut Out the Hate promotion to celebrate the “diversity of (their) fans, employees, players and coaches, because Hockey Is Anyone’s Game.” The concourse at U.S. Bank Arena will have a special LGBTQ support and family resources pop-up and the team will be donning Shut…
‘Antique Christmas’ Takes Over the Taft Museum of Art with Whimsical Vintage Ornaments and Nostalgic Displays
The Taft Museum of Art launches its annual holiday display — Antique Christmas — on Nov. 8. The historic home-museum will be bedecked with a whimsical collection of vintage ornaments, including Disney and German fairy tale pieces; trees decorated with pre-World War II miniature glass ornaments from Germany, Poland and Japan; Art Deco gift boxes; various…
Cincinnati Musicians Pay Halloween Tribute to Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Amy Winehouse, Spice Girls, Alanis Morissette and More
This week sees the return of what has become a beloved Halloween season tradition at the Northside Tavern. Every year, local musician Adam Stone enlists a variety of Cincinnati musicians to form makeshift "tribute bands" celebrating various iconic or cult favorite acts. Last year, local artists paid tribute to everyone from The Who and The…
An Independent Bookstore Just Opened in Northside
Gregory Kornbluh has dreamt of owning his own bookstore for years. Downbound Books, located at the southwest corner of Apple and Knowlton streets in Northside in the former home of Park Cafe, makes that vision reality. Having previously worked at a bookshop near Boston, he joined the sales and marketing department of the Harvard University…
The Booksellers at Fountain Square Will Close Soon
The last tenant in downtown's Fountain Place — the former home of Macy's across from Fountain Square — will close in the near future, its owner says. The Booksellers on Fountain Square opened seven years ago. Owner Neil Van Uum said that the store is calling it quits due to a decline in business following…
You Can Now Read the First Issue of CityBeat Online
For our 25th anniversary, we here at CityBeat decided to start digitizing our archive. Which means one of us has to take the elevator down to the creepy basement and dig through cardboard boxes of papers to find our first issues from the 1990s — CityBeat's first issue printed Nov. 17, 1994 — and then…
Ohio START Expands Efforts to Heal Families
An innovative program that helps heal Ohio families torn apart by addiction is expanding once again. The Public Children Services Association of Ohio oversees the Ohio START program; START stands for "Sobriety, Treatment, and Reducing Trauma." It was launched in 2017 to tackle the rising number of kids in need of foster care. According to…
Did You Meet Through CityBeat? Your Band? A Significant Other? A Nemesis? Tell Us.
CityBeat is turning 25 in November and we are commemorating the occasion with a grand ol' anniversary issue. Inside that issue we will be highlighting more than two decades of this rag with stories of people, places and things that have impacted us and the city. It'll be a nice little retrospective, with a hint…
Indie Rock Artist Lucy Dacus Talks New Covers EP, Springsteen and More Ahead of Upcoming Cincinnati Concert
Lucy Dacus appeared on the musical landscape seemingly out of nowhere, a then-21-year-old Virginia-based film student turned singer/songwriter whose 2016 full-length debut, No Burden, arrived so fully formed — with warm Indie Rock guitar and cortex-sticking arrangements accentuating her vivid lyricism — that none other than Matador Records rereleased the album a few months after…
Singer/Songwriter Ian Noe, Part of Kentucky’s Roots Music Renaissance, Plays Newport This Week
Though Kentucky has always been a pioneer bastion for Country music — from Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass to Loretta Lynn’s Honky Tonk — within the last decade, Roots music has reinvigorated the state’s rich music scene. Local figures such as Sturgill Simpson, Tyler Childers and Chris Stapleton, to name a few, have triggered a Roots renaissance south…
Live Music in Greater Cincinnati: This Week’s Concerts and Club Shows (Oct. 30-Nov. 5)
WEDNESDAY 30 BLIND LEMON – Tom Roll. 8 p.m. Acoustic. Free. *BOGART'S – Ice Nine Kills with Fit for a King, Light The Torch, Make Them Suffer and Awake At Last. 6 p.m. Rock. Sold out. CAFFÈ VIVACE – Blue Wisp Big Band. 8 p.m. Big Band Jazz. $10. HILTON NETHERLAND PALM COURT – Jim…
Can You Eat This Five-Pound Sushi Burrito (Plus Crab Rangoons and Ice Cream) in 30 Minutes at Roll On In Lebanon?
Want to prep your stomach to gorge on assorted meats this Thanksgiving? Interested in punishing your intestines? Well, Roll On In Lebanon has a challenge for you. The eatery has introduced a Slay the Burrito Challenge, which invites intrepid diners to consume a five-pound sushi burrito, two orders of crab rangoons, two drinks and eight…
