Family fun that’s close to home

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Museums + Exhibits

THRU JUL 16

Woodblock Prints of Saitō Kiyoshi

Admire the work of Saitō Kiyoshi, one of the most prolific Japanese artists of the 20th century. Largely self-taught, Kiyoshi experimented with woodblock printing, including the texture of the wood grain and effects from cutting and scratching the surface with knives and awls. Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N., Dayton, 937/223-4278. daytonartinstitute.org. Visit website for times and prices

THRU SEPT 10

The Boat Trip: Etchings by Charles François Daubigny

Enjoy the whimsical paintings of French landscape painter Charles François Daubigny, who, in 1857, purchased a 27-foot ferryboat and converted it into a floating studio from which he could observe and paint at all times of the day. His works often abound with rivers and offer innovative, water-level perspectives that influenced younger artists, including Claude Monet. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, 513/241-0343. taftmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices

THRU SEPT 10

Modern Women/Modern Vision: Photography from the Bank of America Collection

Explore the work of women in photography who have forged pioneering paths for the medium. Trace their influential role over the past century, including Gertrude Käsebier, Margaret BourkeWhite, Dorothea Lange, Diane Arbus and Carrie Mae Weems, through approximately 100 photographic prints. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, 513/241-0343. taftmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices

THRU SEPT 24

Robert Lugo: Hi-Def Archives

View the work of Roberto Lugo, a Cincinnatibased artist drawing from lived experience and deep knowledge of ceramic history to elevate the stories of those historically absent from the medium. His multicultural pieces combine classic forms and patterns with elements of hip-hop. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, 513/721-2787. cincinnatiartmuseum. org. Visit website for times and prices

THRU OCT 15

Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Pablo Picasso. Celebrate his legacy through an unprecedented exhibition, the first to examine Picasso’s lifelong engagement with landscape. View paintings and sculptures by the artist from approximately 25 public and private collections. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, 513/721-2787. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices

Music + Theater

JUL 6

Killer Queen

Rock out with Killer Queen, as lead singer Patrick Myers channels Freddie Mercury. Since

1993, this tribute has lived up to the promise that they will rock you and has won countles awards.

Fraze Pavilion, 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering, 937/296-3300. fraze.com. 8 p.m. $20–$35

JUL 11

Belinda Carlisle

Pop icon Belinda Carlisle is hitting the road and performing songs from her acclaimed recording catalog, from the hits of The Go-Go’s to “Heaven Is a Place on Earth.” Rose Music Center at the Heights, 6800 Executive Blvd., Huber Heights, 937/610-0288. rosemusiccenter.com. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for prices

Other Events

THRU SEPT 30

Butterfly Show at Krohn Conservatory

Delight in an up-close look at a remarkable collection of butterflies. See 16,000 colorful creatures representing more than 100 species flying inside the conservatory among the exotic flora. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Dr., Cincinnati, 513/421-4086. cincinnati-oh.gov/ cincyparks. Visit website for times and prices

JUL 15–16

Barnstorming Carnival

Learn about antique aircraft at this aviation event that also features kids pedal planes, paper and powered rocket-building workshops, foam-glider building and magic shows. Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport, 1251 W. Blee Rd., Springfield, 937/877-0837. barnstormingcarnival.com. Visit website for times. Free

AUGUST Central Festivals

AUG 10–12

Wands & Wizards Weekend

Be enchanted by local businesses and organizations as they celebrate all things mystical with specials and events. Various venues, 158 W. Wheeling St., Lancaster, visitfairfieldcounty.org.

9 a.m.–11:45 p.m. Free

AUG 10–12

Reynoldsburg Tomato Festival oldsburg, 614/322-6839. reytomatofest.com.

Thur.–Fri. 4–10 p.m. (sensory time Fri. 11 a.m.–2 p.m.), Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Free

AUG 11–13

Mount Vernon Music & Arts Festival

Expect plenty of live performances, gorgeous art displays and a lineup of concessions as this beloved creative gathering returns to downtown Mount Vernon. Public Square, Mount Vernon, 740/485-9185. mvmaf.org. Visit website for times and prices

AUG 19

Marion Blues Festival

Dance the day away with the tunes of impressive blues bands. Enjoy bounce houses for the kids, food trucks, beer, a car show and vendors. All visitors need is a lawn chair or blanket. Buckeye Collision Service, 1770 Harding Hwy. E., Marion, ohio.org. Noon–8 p.m. Free

AUG 19–20

Columbus Food Truck Festival

Celebrate the Reynoldsburg community and its heritage. Enjoy live entertainment from national and local acts, carnival rides, a children’s area with games and activities for kids 3 to 12, food and beverages, a beer garden, a car and bike show, pageants vendors. Huber