Friday, October 2, 2009

Awesome weekend in Cincy

There is so much great stuff going on this weekend, the city is busting at the seams! Although i missed MPMF last weekend (again), i fully intend to make it up with all the cool stuff going on around downtown!

First off, stuff going on Friday night:
Exploring Cincinnati Betts House, 416 Clark St., West End5-8pm, Fri 2 Oct FREE Exploring Cincinnati is an exhibit of the photography of local artists Sherman Cahal, Craig Moyer and Ronny Salerno. The exhibit runs at the Betts House until 19 Nov.

Sip Shop Socialize (A Progressive Wine walk) in OTR's Gateway Qtr. Friday 5pm - 7 pm then over to Below Zero Lounge for the "Be Social Cabaret"

PopopolisFountain Square, downtown 7-11pm, Fri 2 Oct and Sat 3 Oct
FREE Two stages of non-stop live music will keep the Square poppin' on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday's kick-off begins with a reunion of bands who played in the Southgate House Popopolis days back in 1998 to 2002. Saturday, local and regional Pop bands take the stage. Schedule of bands is
here

Hyper Gallery Hop 6-10pm
Location: Downtown Covington, multiple venues
Description: The Hyper Gallery Hop will be the kick off event of Full Spectrum, a month long series of weekend art events in the City of Covington. Stop in at the Artisan Enterprise Center located at Seventh and Washington to choose one of three distinct gallery hop tours featuring art and art related excitement! Shuttles provided by Gold Key Transportation Pick up points are in front of the Artisans Enterprise Center and will take you to Mainstrasse and the East end of Covington to enjoy each of the tours on offer. Website
here

Cool stuff on Saturday -

1st Annual Westwood Art Show
Westwood Town Hall Grounds, 3017 Harrison Ave., Westwood12-5pm, Sat 3 Oct
This event features 30 local artists, music by Barddas, a wine tasting from Henke Winery, and tasty treats from Larosa's and Sweet Miss Confections.

Popopolis
Fountain Square, downtown 7-11pm, Fri 2 Oct and Sat 3 Oct
FREE Two stages of non-stop live music will keep the Square poppin' on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday's kick-off begins with a reunion of bands who played in the Southgate House Popopolis days back in 1998 to 2002. Saturday, local and regional Pop bands take the stage. Band schedule is
here.

Spring Grove Weekend Walkabout: Trees - Vivid & VibrantSpring Grove Cemetery, 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati10am, Sat 3 Oct$5 suggested donation. How many times have you strolled through 'The Grove' and wondered, 'What kind of tree is that?' Join a docent on this fun tour of the many trees that make Spring Grove an officially sanctioned arboretum. Tours depart from the tent near the main entrance. Website here

Fantasy Fest
Date of Event:Saturday, October 3rd12 – 6:30pm Parade and Festival
7:30pm Razzmatazz Gala at Leapin Lizard Gallery, 726 Main Street
Description:Fantasy Fest, a family friendly event for both young and young at heart takes place in MainStrasse Village and includes an afternoon of crafters and street performers. Fantasy Fest invites visitors to tour Mainstrasse, where over 70 tiny doors can be found as portals from the fairy realm! At 5:30 everyone is invited to participate in the foot parade around the Islands and down Main Street. The Razzamatazz Gala to be held at the Leapin Lizzard Gallery beginning at 7:30 pm will feature the music of Sylvester and the River City String Band, Barbara Baxter and Mr. Elf and includes a Fairy Window Auction.The Auction is a Fund Raiser For a Scholarship program For Baker Hunt Children's Art Classes. This is an opportunity to participate and wear your FANTASY FINERY! Website
here

And don't forget the Nina and the Pinta (or was it the Santa Maria) are still docked @ Newport! Have a great weekend!!

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