STEM Education – and the Wind in Your Face!
Now through January 6
Boone County Public Library – Main Branch
1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005
Monday-Friday: 9am-9pm, Saturday: 9am-5pm, Sunday: 1-5pm
FREE
Exciting news! BCPL has a new STEM exhibit on display – Hands-on Harley Davidson. This educational traveling exhibit is designed for all kids with an emphasis on STEM education for ages 3 to 12, and it illustrates science, technology, engineering and math through a one-of-a-kind visitor experience that lets kids Dream It! Build It! … and Ride It!.
Taft Jr.: All Dressed Up
November 1
Taft Museum of Art
316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
11:15am-12:15pm
FREE for children and Taft members; Regular admission pricing for non-members; Questions: [email protected] or (513)684-4517.
Taft Jr. welcomes visitors 3 to 5 years old, along with their caregivers, on the first Thursday of each month from September-May. Dress in your favorite outfit for this visit to the Taft. Touch different fabrics and explore the clothing in the Taft paintings. Listen to a story about a frog who needs to get dressed, and make an outfit for your own paper doll.
Double Dare Live!
November 1
Taft Theatre
317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
7:30pm
$25.50-$58.
On your mark, get set, GO! The messiest game show on TV is now the messiest game show on the road. Double Dare Live is coming to town and will bring all the action and excitement of Nickelodeon’s hugely popular TV show to the stage.
Lollipops Family Concert: Orchestra Toybox
November 3
Music Hall
1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Doors open at 9:30am, Family Fun Zone; Concert at 10:30am
$10 Kid; $15 Adults
Dance, play and march to the music of Orchestra Toybox. Enjoy familiar selections from Toy Story, The Nutcracker, and more- plus a fun symphony that uses toys as instruments. Experience instrument demonstrations, crafts and more at the pre-concert Family Fun Zone. Lollipops concerts are a fun, interactive, and engaging way to introduce kids ages 2-9 to classical music. Programs are selected specifically to delight young audiences, and attendees are encouraged to arrive before the concert to play in our Family Fun Zone. Lollipops Concerts are a great way to spark your child’s love for music at an early age.
Accessibility for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing: This performance is American Sign Language Interpreted.
Family First Saturday: Inside India
November 3
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
1-3:30pm
FREE
A celebration of exquisite and exotic Fashion, Fabrics, Music and Dances of India. Designed with the whole family in mind! Performances, artist demonstrations, storytelling, family fashion catwalk are just the start of the fun for the whole family. Be sure to come and bring your best friends!
The Legend of Pocahontas
November 3-4
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati
4015 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227
Saturday: 11am & 2pm; Sunday: 2pm
$13 plus service fee; Tickets are available exclusively through ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.
Presented by TCT On Tour, a division of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. Do you know the myth, the legend, or the truth? This musical follows the true story of Pocahontas and how she became an international symbol of peace. “The Legend of Pocahontas” combines history and storytelling with music. Follow the truthful account of Pocahontas as she grows from being a curious and brave child to one of the most respected and treasured women in history.
This show is ideal for children in 3rd through 12th grade, with a question-and-answer session with the cast after the show.
Paw Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue
November 3-4
U.S. Bank Arena
100 Broadway, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Saturday: 10am & 2pm; Sunday: 12pm & 4pm
$23-$138
It’s the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race between Adventure Bay’s Mayor Goodway and Foggy Bottom’s Mayor Humdinger, but Mayor Goodway is nowhere to be found. PAW Patrol to the rescue! Ryder summons Marshall, Chase, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma and Everest to rescue Mayor Goodway and to run the race in her place. Using their unique skills and teamwork, the pups show that “no job is too big, no pup is too small,” and share lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving as they make several heroic rescues on their race to the finish line.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Through November 4
Aronoff Center for the Arts
650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Various matinee and evening performances
Tickets start at $31
Roald Dahl’s amazing tale is now Cincinnati’s golden ticket! It’s the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of Hairspray. Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory…to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to burst with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now’s your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before – get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator, and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper!
Linton PB&J Concert: We’ve Got the Beat!
November 7
Williams Avenue Elementary School in Norwood
2132 Williams Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45212
6:30pm
FREE
November 10
Sycamore Presbyterian Church
11800 Mason Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249
10-10:45am & 11:30am-12:15pm
$6 for an individual ticket (child or adult); $20 for a Flexible Ticket Book (4 tickets)
November 17
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
7701 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
10-10:45am & 11:30am-12:15pm & 1-1:45pm
$6 for an individual ticket (child or adult); $20 for a Flexible Ticket Book (4 tickets)
Come clap your hands, stomp your feet and learn about rhythm while you feel the beat! The trumpet, piano, and drums will provide a variety of musical treats!
Gobbles
November 7-18
Glenwood Gardens/Highfield Discovery Garden
10397 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45215
Wednesday-Saturday: 10:45am & 1pm; Sunday: 1pm
$2.50/person (Program included in Highfield admission.)
We’re talkin’ turkey here! How do turkeys live in the wild or on the farm? Why do they strut and gobble? What does a turkey feather really look like up close?
Thanksgiving on the Ohio Frontier
November 10
Shawnee Lookout – Historic Log Cabin
2008 Lawrenceburg Road, North Bend, OH 45052
2-5pm
FREE
Step back 200 years in the past to the first Thanksgiving on the Ohio frontier. The Society of Northwest Longhunters reenactors will portray Shawnee Native Americans, early European settlers and military personnel. Exchanges between Native Americans and settlers will be held throughout the event. Samples of period fare will be available.
Madcap Puppets presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
November 10-11
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
1-3pm
$10 general public; FREE for children under 1; CAM Members (Family Level+) receive 5 free tickets per performance. Reservations recommended. Reservation can be made online or by calling 513-721-ARTS.
Travel down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy, Toto, and their best friends; Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Tin Man. Madcap brings this epic adventure to life with breathtaking puppets in this enchanting, family-friendly classic.
Second Sunday Family Showtime: Alice in Neverland
November 11
Clifton United Methodist Church
3416 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220
2-3pm
$5 adults, FREE children
This original two-person interactive literary adventure will have kids on the edge of their seats and thinking critically as they join Alice, the best detective in Wonderland, who takes the case when Tinkerbell hires her to solve the mystery of Peter Pan’s disappearance. Curiouser and curiouser!
Wine & Pine Workshop: Front Door Wreath
November 15
Delhi Flower and Garden Center
6282 Cincinnati Dayton Road, Liberty Township, OH 45044
6pm
Prices vary by the activity and the plants you include.
Kick off your holiday season with a little “me” time. We love the simplicity of these “make & take” workshops because not only do you get to leave with something pretty but for those who were not blessed with a green thumb, you get to utilized the experts at the garden center to help you create the perfect holiday centerpiece for your home!
There is also an afternoon Front Door Wreath Make & Take Workshop option on November 17th at 11am.
Thursday Art Play: The Nature of It
November 15
Contemporary Arts Center
44 E. 6th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
10:30-11:30am
$5 for non-members, FREE for members
Stop by the CAC for nature themed Art Play inspired by the exhibition, No Two Alike. We’ll be creating botanical sun prints, designing clay nature nests and making portraits using natural materials. Stick around for some kid-friendly yoga in the UnMuseum following each Art Play session.
Little Shop of Horrors
November 15-18
School For Creative & Performing Arts
108 W. Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Five evening and matinee performances
$10-$20
Join us for our season opener– Little Shop of Horrors! The School for Creative & Performing Arts is proud to present the musical production of “Little Shop of Horrors”. We invite you to join us while we rock with Seymour, a meek floral assistant and his new breed of plant, Audrey II.
Talking Turkey
November 17
Sharon Woods – Sharon Centre
11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241
2pm
FREE
Get the real story behind this famous holiday icon in this fun and informative look at one of Ohio’s biggest birds! Ages 8 and up.
3rd Sunday Fundays: Up in the Air
November 18
Taft Museum of Art
316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
1-4pm
FREE
Learn about animal and bird textures at the Art Cart and make an “airy” craft to take home. The Space Painter, Tom Sparough, will get things flying during his juggling show at 2 p.m. Learn about the hunters of the air in an interactive presentation by RAPTOR Inc. at 3 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz
Through November 18
Covedale Center for the Performing Arts
4990 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45238
Thurdays: 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays: 8pm; Sundays: 2pm
$26-$29
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg; Background Music by Herbert Stothart Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard; Orchestration by Larry Wilcox; Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based on the 1939 movie with Judy Garland.
Birds of Prey
November 23
Miami Whitewater Forest – Visitor Center
9001 Mount Hope Road, Crosby Township, OH 45030
2-3pm
FREE
Skip the Black Friday lines this year and come enjoy some of Ohio’s unique birds of prey. Cameras and sketchpads welcome!
Great Parks FREE Entry Days
November 23
Great Parks of Hamilton County
8am-8pm
FREE
Great Parks is celebrating special days with free entry for all into Great Parks! Guests can experience 78 miles of trails, over 17,500 acres of natural habitat and wildlife, lakes and river access, playgrounds, dog parks, golf courses and so much more.
Peppa Pig Live
November 23
Taft Theatre
317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
6pm
29-43
Come join Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and more in an all singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and surprises!
Autism Family Exploration
November 24
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
9-11am
FREE
This program is designed for families with children with developmental disabilities to explore the Art Museum before public hours. Families or individuals are welcome to explore the museum at their own pace, or participate in the day’s activities. Upon entrance, visitors will receive a sensory-friendly map which includes a visual scavenger hunt. Families are welcome to participate in an art-making in the Rosenthal Education Center and hands-on learning centers in the galleries.
Family Festival: Oh Snap!
November 24
Contemporary Arts Center
44 E. 6th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
12-3pm
FREE
Stop by the UnMuseum for this photo inspired Family Festival! Join us as we experiment with various forms of photography, design camera necklaces and decorate some yummy camera cookies.
Alice in Wonderland
November 28 – December 30
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Various afternoon and evening performances
Tickets start at $35
Join the ever-curious Alice and her bubbly friends for an unforgettable tea party. Based on the beloved, imaginative tale by Lewis Carroll, this modern retelling is the toe-tapping story of a lost girl, a cool cat, a wild hare, and the original “dancing queen.” Written by creative team Joseph McDonough and David Kisor and featuring an updated score and exuberant colorful costumes, this beloved musical will delight audiences of all ages this holiday season.
Wine & Pine Workshop: Fresh & Festive Porch Pot
November 29
Delhi Flower and Garden Center
6282 Cincinnati Dayton Road, Liberty Township, OH 45044
6pm
Prices vary by the activity and the plants you include.
Take advantage of having family in town for the holidays or simply grab some girlfriends for a nice night out to catch up before the next round of holiday madness. Take advantage of the experts at the Garden Center to help you get your front porch decked out just in time for the holidays!
National Ballet Theatre Of Odessa’s Swan Lake
November 29
Taft Theatre
317 E. Fifth Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
8pm
$35-$58
The National Ballet Theatre of Odessa makes its first trip to Cincinnati for the classic ballet Swan Lake as a part of the Taft Theatre 2018 season. On November 29, 2018, at this stop on their first show tour in the United States of America, the Ukraine-based legendary National Ballet Theatre of Odessa will bring 55 talented ballet stars to Cincinnati to bring this romantic tale of true love to life!
Redsfest 2018
November 30 – December 1
Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Friday: 3-10:30pm; Saturday: 11am-6:30pm
Adults: $25 for 2-day pass & $17 for 1-day pass; Kids (ages 12 and younger): $12 for 2-day pass & $7 for 1-day pass
Redsfest is the official annual winter warm-up of the Cincinnati Reds. This event features games and activities for kids of all ages, including interaction with past, current and future stars of the Cincinnati Reds.
Astronomy Friday
November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Cincinnati Observatory Center
3489 Observatory Place, Cincinnati, OH 45208
7-8:30pm
$7, $5 ages under 18; FREE for Observatory members; Please call 513.321.5186 for reservations
In awe with the beauty of the night sky? Have questions about the Universe? This is where you can get the answers. Astronomy Fridays include short presentations on a wide variety of topics and plenty of time for your astro questions. Tour of the Cincinnati Observatory, which as a National Historic Landmark played an important role in the history of Cincinnati and our nation. Once dark, we will view the Moon, planets and deep space treasures through the historic 1845 telescope. (The program is held rain or shine; telescope viewing if clear skies). The topics and the night sky change week-to-week/month-to-month so you can visit often to hear and see something new.
SkyStar Observation Wheel
Through December 2
The Banks
150 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Various times depending on day of the week
$12.50/person
Enjoy unique views of downtown Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and the Ohio River from aboard the 150 foot Skystar Observation Wheel. Each of the 36 gondolas is enclosed, climate controlled and can hold up to six passengers. The SkyStar experience consists of four revolutions and lasts approximately 12 minutes.
GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World
Through January 6
Cincinnati Museum Center
1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45203
Mondays-Saturdays: 10am-5pm; Sundays: 11am-6pm
Member Adult: $7, Member Child: FREE, Non-member Adult: $14, Non-member Child: $10
GUITAR is a full immersive exhibition that explores the instrument’s evolution and history, the science of creating sound with wood and steel and the cultural impact on cultures over the past 5,000 years.
Chocolate: The Exhibition
Through January 6
Cincinnati Museum Center
1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45203
Mondays-Saturdays: 10am-5pm; Sundays: 11am-6pm
Member Adult: $7, Member Child: FREE, Non-member Adult: $14, Non-member Child: $10
From kings to kids, rainforests to candy wrappers, experience the global journey of everyone’s favorite sweet treat.
Chocolate hasn’t always been a bar. It hasn’t always been widely available. It hasn’t even always been sweet. Chocolate: The Exhibition tracks the rich history of the cacao bean, from its beginning as a royal — even divine — Mayan drink to its current role as a romantic gesture, guilty pleasure and global commodity. Follow the history of chocolate culture and science from the 10th-century rainforest to the modern-day corner store. Few food items are both so historically and gastronomically (deliciously?) rich. Vivid environments and imagery, over a hundred exhibited objects and the tantalizing scent of chocolate await to tell this treat’s amazing history.
REC Reads
Wednesdays
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
11:30am-12pm
FREE
Bring your toddlers or preschoolers to the Rosenthal Education Center for a morning of art-themed storybooks, songs, and sensory activities. This 30-minute program will get your little one excited about art in a fun and interactive way.
