Inexpensive Weekend Events
Amazing Race Open Casting Call
What: Think you have what it takes to be on the Amazing Race? Here’s your chance to audition!
Where: 7500 Turfway Road Florence, KY (Turfway Park)
When: Feb. 25, 4- 9 p.m.
Price: Free
Info: 859-647-4730 http://cincinnati.metromix.com/events/community_event/amazing-race-open-casting/2445460/content
20th Century Cincinnati
What: Check out modern designs in this annual show that features 50 vintage-modern dealers.
Where: 11355 Chester Road Sharonville, OH (Sharonville Convention Center)
When: Feb. 26 and Feb. 27, $7 for people ages 18 and up.
Price: $7
Info: 513-738-7256 http://www.20thcenturycincinnati.com/
Final Friday
What: Galleries are free and open to the public so you can gallery hop downtown! Many galleries serve refreshments and have a meet the artist reception.
Where: Main Street Cincinnati, OH
When: Feb. 25, 6 -10 p.m.
Price: Free
Info: 513-241-2690 http://www.otrchamber.com/events/members
Glier’s Goetta Tasting
What: Stop in and sample Glier’s Goetta Chili in honor of “National Chili Day,” Feb. 25.
Where: 411 E. 10th St. Newport, KY (Kentucky Haus Artisan Center)
When: Feb. 25 and Feb. 26, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Info: http://www.kentuckyhaus.com/
Cincinnati Home & Garden Show
What: Come and see all the newest and most innovative home products and services at this impressive showcase. At the Garden Market, you can find unique goodies to liven up your home and garden.
Where: 525 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH (Duke Energy Convention Center)
When: Feb. 26 and Feb. 27, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Price: $12, price includes admission to Garden Market. $3 discount at any area Kroger with Kroger Plus Card
Info: 513-797-7900 http://www.hartproductions.com/
What: This Saturday’s theme is American Architecture. Enjoy hands-on craft and coloring activities. Suitable for children ages 5-10.
Where: 416 Clark St. Cincinnati, OH (Betts House)
When: Feb. 26, 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Price: $2
Info: http://eventful.com/cincinnati/events/family-fun-saturdays-/E0-001-036689818-2@2011022612
What: It’s storytime at Barnes & Nobles in West Chester!
Where: 9455 Civic Center Blvd. West Chester, OH
When: Feb. 26, 1 p.m.
Price: Free
Info: 513-755-2258
53rd Annual Cake Walk sponsored by Deer Park Band
What: Participants who are in the lucky seats when the music stops win a cake! It’s Deer Park Band’s version of musical chairs.
Where: 8351 Plainview Road Cincinnati, OH
When: Feb. 26, 6:30 p.m. -10 p.m.
Price: $2 for adults, $1 for children 12 and under, children 2 and under are free of charge. Walk tickets are 25 cents each or 5 tickets for $1.
Info: 513-891-0010 http://eventful.com/cincinnati/events/deer-park-band-sponsors-announce-53rd-annual-cak-/E0-001-036115067-0
Playhouse in the Park Presents: Jungle Tales
What: Antonio Rocha entertains and educates through his animal tales of the jungle.
Where: Rosenthal Plaza
When: Saturday, February 26, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Price: $6, $5 Ages 4-18.
Info: http://cincyplay.com/shows/Details.aspx?performanceNumber=10430
Ohio Music Teachers Association Piano Play-a-thon
What: Come out and hear young musicians perform.
Where: Joseph-Beth Booksellers
When: Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Price: Free. Donations benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati
Info: 513-396-8960.
2011 Summer Adventure Camp Fair
What: Hosted by Cincinnati Family Magazine and Northern Kentucky Family Magazine, this is an important event for parents to meet with day camps, residential camps, arts and education programs, and discover other influential services for their child.
Where: Cincinnati Museum Center in Union Terminal
When: Sunday, February 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Price: Free event. Museum parking is $6.
Info: (513) 252-0077 or visit www.cincinnatifamilymagazine.com and www.nkyfamily.com.
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss, Storytime!
What: Children’s story time featuring Dr. Seuss classics!
Where: Barnes and Noble Booksellers Fields Ertel
When: Tuesday, March 1, 10:30 a.m.
Price: Free.
Info: http://eventful.com/cincinnati/events/happy-birthday-dr-seuss-storytime-/E0-001-036618368-2
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