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Alexandria Recorder
July 23, 2009
THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD F R I D A Y, J U L Y 2 4
COMMUNITY DANCE
Friday Night Ballroom Dance, 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Samba. Step-N-Out Studio, 721 Madison Road, Group lesson 8-8:30 p.m. DJ dance to multiple styles of ballroom dance music begins 8:30-10 p.m. $5. 291-2300. Covington.
FARMERS MARKET
Campbell County Farmers’ MarketAlexandria, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Southern Lanes Sports Center, 7634 Alexandria Pike, Parking lot. Includes produce, plants, flowers, jams, jellies, honey and arts and crafts. Presented by Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service. 572-2600. Alexandria.
FESTIVALS
Kenton County Fair and Horse Show, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Kenton County Fairgrounds, Ky. 16 and Ky. 536, Rides, games, concessions and more. $8. Through July 25. 356-3738. Independence.
FOOD & DRINK
Wine Tasting, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Great Values of the World. Liquor Direct Covington, 670 W. Third St. Free. 291-2550. Covington. Wine Tasting, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Paso Robles Exposed: Wines from Paso Robles, Calif. region. Liquor Direct Fort Thomas, 90 W. Alexandria Pike, Free. 781-8105. Fort Thomas. Wine Tasting, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. StoneBrook Winery, 6570 Vineyard Lane, $5. 635-0111. Camp Springs. Fish Fry, 4:45 p.m.-8 p.m. Newport Elks Lodge, 3704 Alexandria Pike, Fish, steak, shrimp, cheeseburger, chicken nuggets and sides. Dinners and sandwiches. Carryout available 4:45-8 p.m. Benefits Newport Elks Lodge #273. $2.25-$7.75, 25 cents carryout. 441-1273. Cold Spring.
MUSIC - BLUEGRASS
NKBMA Open Bluegrass Jam, 6 p.m. Willis Music Store Performance Hall, 7567 Mall Road, Join in bluegrass jams. All levels welcome. Free. Reservation Not Required 5256050. Florence.
MUSIC - R&B
Leroy Ellington and the E-Funk Band, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, R&B, funk and soul music from ‘70s. 291-0550. Newport.
MUSIC - ROCK
Fibbion Handful, 9:30 p.m. KJ’s Pub, 2379 Buttermilk Crossing, 344-1413. Crescent Springs.
ON STAGE - COMEDY
Lavell Crawford, 8 p.m. $20. and 10:15 p.m. $20. Funny Bone Comedy Club, Newport on the Levee, Special engagement. $20. Through July 26. 957-2000. Newport. The Recession Proof Comedy Show, 8 p.m. Monmouth Theatre, 636 Monmouth St. Featuring Steve Booth and Dave Hyden from the Doritos Super Bowl commercial. Sketch comedy, illusions, stand-up and music. $10. Through Aug. 7. 655-9140. Newport. I Love a Piano, 8 p.m. Stauss Theatre, Nunn Drive, Fine Arts Center 101, Story of centuryold piano told through songs of Irving Berlin. Dinner service begins 90 minutes before curtain. $29 includes dinner; $15 performance only. Reservations required. Presented by Commonwealth Theatre Company. Through July 26. 572-5464. Highland Heights. Best of Shadowbox, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Cabaret, Newport on the Levee, Sketch comedy shorts and music by BillWho? $30, $20 seniors and students. Reservations recommended. Through Sept. 5. 957-7625. Newport. S A T U R D A Y, J U L Y 2 5
ATTRACTIONS
In The Dark, noon-9 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Penguin Parade, 9:15 a.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.
BARS/NIGHTCLUBS
BENEFITS
MUSIC - BLUES
Ricky Nye, 9 p.m. With Crazy Joe Tritschler and the Ecco-Fonics. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Junie’s Lounge. Ages 21 and up. 431-2201. Newport.
MUSIC - CONCERTS
John Waite, 7:30 p.m. Newport Syndicate, 18 E. Fifth St. Ballroom. Includes dinner buffet at 6 p.m. With DV8. $40 and up. Reservations required. 491-8000. Newport. Scott Miller and the Commonwealth, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. $15. Presented by JBM Promotions, Inc.. 4312201. Newport.
MUSIC - COUNTRY
Bobby Mackey and The Big Mac Band, 9 p.m. Bobby Mackey’s Music World, 44 Licking Pike, Includes giveaways. $10 ages 20 and under; $5 after 10 p.m. 431-5588. Wilder.
MUSIC - JAZZ
New Sleepcat Band, 7:30 p.m. Dee Felice Cafe, 529 Main St. 261-2365. Covington.
MUSIC - BLUEGRASS
The Whiskey Bent Valley Boys, 9 p.m. Southgate House, 24 E. Third St. Lounge. Ages 21 and up. Free. 431-2201. Newport.
MUSIC - CLASSIC ROCK 16 South, 8:30 p.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway, $3. 426-0490. Fort Wright.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Louie’s Christmas in July, 8 p.m.-midnight, Bar Louie, Newport on the Levee, Ugly Sweater Contest. Includes giveaways. Bring new, unwrapped gift for local charity and receive gift from Santa. Newport.
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Canine Justice Network Fundraiser, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. The Madison Event Center, 700 Madison Ave. Galleria Ballroom. Music, appetizers, beer, wine, champagne and silent auction. Benefits Canine Justice Network. $25. Tickets required. Presented by Canine Justice Network. 513-460-3888. Covington.
COOKING CLASSES
Cork and Fork Cooking Class, 2 p.m. Argentine Bean Bistro and Wine Bar, 2875 Town Center Blvd. Cooking demonstrations with wine pairings. With Arthur Leech. $30. Reservations required. 426-1042. Crestview Hills.
DANCE CLASSES
Zumba Fitness, 10 a.m. Frank Duveneck Arts & Cultural Center, 1232 Greenup St. Dance to variety of Latin rhythms. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Beginners welcome. $5. 491-3942. Covington.
EDUCATION
Smart Start for Band, 11 a.m.-noon, Willis Music Store Performance Hall, 7567 Mall Road, For all new band students to get headstart with instrument before school. Includes information on how to care for and play instruments. Free. 525-6050. Florence.
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MUSIC - CONCERTS
Celebrating Queen by the Bohemian Rhapsody Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. Madison Theater, 730 Madison Ave. With the Covington Firefighters. All ages. $25, $20 advance. 491-2444. Covington.
ON STAGE - COMEDY
Lavell Crawford, 7:30 p.m. $20. and 10 p.m. $20. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 957-2000. Newport.
ON STAGE - THEATER
I Love a Piano, 8 p.m. Stauss Theatre, 5725464. Highland Heights. Best of Shadowbox, 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Cabaret, 957-7625. Newport.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Cincy Beerfest, 2 p.m.-10 p.m. Day session features music by The Turkeys. Evening session features music by The Modulators. Streets of the Roebling Point Entertainment District, 4th and Greenup St. Sample more than 75 craft beers from across the country and the world. Cost includes souvenir glass, beer guide and unlimited sampling. VIP includes early 4 p.m. admission, VIP tent access, cookout and full session unlimited sampling. Food available for purchase. Ages 21 and up. Afternoon and evening sessions available. $50 VIP, $45 advance; $40, $35 advance. Tickets required, available online. 653-6844. Covington.
SPORTS
Northern Wrestling Federation, 7 p.m. Shimmers, 1939 Dixie Highway, Family friendly entertainment. $10, $8 advance. 426-0490. Fort Wright. S U N D A Y, J U L Y 2 6
ANTIQUES SHOWS
MainStrasse Antiques, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. MainStrasse Village, Main Street, Promenade, Sixth Street. Parking in Fifth Street lot free. Rain or shine. Free. Presented by MainStrasse Village Association. 468-4820. Covington.
ATTRACTIONS
In The Dark, noon-6 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Penguin Parade, 9:15 a.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.
FOOD & DRINK
Wine Tasting, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. StoneBrook Winery, 635-0111. Camp Springs.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Preschool Story Time, 10 a.m. Newport Branch Library, 901 E. Sixth St. Stories, songs and crafts. Ages 4-5. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 781-6166. Newport. Pajama Story Time, 7 p.m. Fort Thomas-Carrico Branch Library, 1000 Highland Ave. Stories, songs and activities. Ages 3 and up. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 572-5033. Fort Thomas.
MUSIC - BLUES
Open Blues Jam with Them Bones, 8 p.m. Mansion Hill Tavern, 502 Washington Ave. Ages 21 and up. 581-0100. Newport.
SPORTS PROVIDED
Disney Channel star and singer Demi Lovato will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at U.S. Bank Arena, with special guest David Archuleta. He was runner-up in “American Idol” in 2008. For tickets, visit www.usbankarena.com.
Florence Freedom Baseball, 6:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums. Family Day Sunday. Champion Window Field, 7950 Freedom Way, VIP includes wait service. $10 VIP, $8.50, $6 lawn. 594-4487. Florence.
PROVIDED
The Cliffhanger ride was in full-force at the Kenton County Fair & Horse Show in Independence last July. This year’s event will conclude on Saturday, July 25. For a complete list of the scheduled events visit www.kentoncountyfair.com. The fair is being held at the Kenton County Fairgrounds. Admission is $8. Fore more information, call 356-3738. M O N D A Y, J U L Y 2 7
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ART EXHIBITS
Drawings by Taron Jordan, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Reality Tuesday Cafe, 261-4939. Park Hills. Themes and Revelations, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Artisans Enterprise Center, 292-2322. Covington.
ATTRACTIONS
In The Dark, noon-7 p.m. Newport on the Levee, 513-287-7000. Newport. Jellyfish Gallery, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Frog Bog, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport. Penguin Parade, 9:15 a.m. Newport Aquarium, 261-7444. Newport.
BUSINESS CLASSES
Monday Marketing Masters: Marketing Lecture Series, 6 p.m. “Twitter, Facebook, MySpace: How Can They Help My Business.”, Artisans Enterprise Center, 25 W. Seventh St. For small business operators. Free. 292-2322. Covington.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Once Upon a Clock, 4 p.m. Fort Thomas-Carrico Branch Library, 1000 Highland Ave. Two children attempting to unlock the secrets of their uncle’s mysterious clock shop. Free. Presented by Madcap Puppet Theatre. 5725033. Fort Thomas.
SPORTS
Florence Freedom Baseball, 7:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums. $1 Monday. Champion Window Field, 594-4487. Florence. T U E S D A Y, J U L Y 2 8
ART EXHIBITS
Drawings by Taron Jordan, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Reality Tuesday Cafe, 261-4939. Park Hills. Harlan Hubbard: the Complexity of Simplicity, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Behringer-Crawford Museum, 491-4003. Covington.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Line Dancing, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Lookout Heights Civic Club, 1661 Park Road, Holly and Bernie Ruschman, instructors. Beginners welcome. $6. Presented by H & B Dance Co.. 7270904. Kenton County.
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EDUCATION
Volunteer Management 101, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Redwood, 71 Orphanage Road, Information on structure of volunteer resource programs, roles of paid staff, volunteer motivation and design opportunities. $55. Reservations required. Presented by Cava. 513-9774114. Fort Mitchell.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Toddler Story Time, 11 a.m. Fort ThomasCarrico Branch Library, 572-5033. Fort Thomas. Toddler Story Time, 11 a.m. Cold Spring Branch Library, 781-6166. Cold Spring. Preschool Story Time, 1:30 p.m. Fort Thomas-Carrico Branch Library, 572-5033. Fort Thomas. Toddler Story Time, 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Newport Branch Library, 901 E. Sixth St. Stories, songs, finger plays and craft. Ages 2-3. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 572-5035. Newport. Baby Time, 10 a.m. Cold Spring Branch Library, 3920 Alexandria Pike, Clap, sing and bounce with your child. Free. Registration required. 781-6166. Cold Spring.
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MUSIC - CONCERTS
Live at the Levee, 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m.With Leroy Ellington and the E-Funk Band.Newport on the Levee,1 LeveeWay,Riverwalk Plaza.Summer concert series.291-0550.Newport.
ON STAGE - COMEDY
Untamed Shrews, 8 p.m.$12.Funny Bone Comedy Club,Newport on the Levee,Susan Smith and MargeTacke perform.ThroughAug.2.9572000.Newport on the Levee.
ON STAGE - THEATER
Aesop’s Classic Fables, 4 p.m.Cold Spring Branch Library,3920Alexandria Pike,Aesop recalls three stories re-told by a cast of puppets. Free.Registration requested.781-6166.Cold Spring. Oliver!, 7 p.m.Highlands High School,2400 Memorial Parkway,PerformingArts Center.Musical based on the Charles Dickens novel“OliverTwist.” $8,$6 students. ThroughAug.2.815-2021. Fort Thomas.
MUSIC - CONCERTS
Community Connections Outdoor Concerts, 7 p.m. River City Drum Corp. Justin Luttrell opens. Highlands High School, 2400 Memorial Parkway, Plaza across from high school. Rain moves to Highland Methodist Church sanctuary, 314 N. Fort Thomas. Food available at Twisty Grill in Highland Methodist Church. Grill sales benefits concert series. Free. 441-0587. Fort Thomas.
RECREATION
Teen Video, Card and Board Games, 3 p.m.4:30 p.m.Newport Branch Library,901 E.Sixth St.Pizza and snacks provided.You may bring your own video gams with ESRB rating ofT or E.Free. Registration required.781-6166.Newport.
FARMERS MARKET
Campbell County Farmers’ Market-Highland Heights, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Campbell County Senior Center, 3504 Alexandria Pike, Parking lot. Includes flowers, plants and produce. Presented by Campbell County Cooperative Extension Service. 572-2600. Highland Heights.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES
Toddler Story Time, 10 a.m. Fort ThomasCarrico Branch Library, 1000 Highland Ave. Stories, songs, finger plays and craft. Ages 2-3. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 5725033. Fort Thomas. Preschool Story Time, 1:30 p.m. Cold Spring Branch Library, 3920 Alexandria Pike, Ages 4-5. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 7816166. Cold Spring. Preschool Story Time, 11 a.m. Fort ThomasCarrico Branch Library, 1000 Highland Ave. Stories, songs, finger plays and craft. Ages 4-5. Free. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 5725033. Fort Thomas. Pajama Story Time, 7 p.m. Newport Branch Library, 901 E. Sixth St. Ages 3 and up. Registration required. Presented by Campbell County Public Library. 572-5035. Newport.
PROVIDED
Jersey Productions returns to the Aronoff Center to perform “Oklahoma!” It is at 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, July 24-25. Tickets are $20-$25. Call 513-621-2787 or visit www.cincinnatiarts.org. Pictured are Case Dillard as Curly and Courtney Brown as Laurey.