FRIDAY
Public Skate
What: Ready for winter yet? Get some practice ice skating a little bit early at Northland Ice Center and wow your friends later this year.
Where: Northland Ice Center, 10400 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241
When: Sept. 23, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Price: $7, $5 ages 12 and under, free skate rental
Info: (513) 563-0001, http://www.northlandicecenter.com/
Family Scavenger Hunt
What: The Anderson Township Park District is putting on a scavenger hunt for the whole family. Dress for the weather and bring your flashlights!
Where: Johnson Hills Park, 7950 Bridle Road, Cincinnati, OH 45244
When: Sept. 23, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: (523) 388-4514, http://www.andersonparks.com/ScavHunt-FAMILY.html
WWI Dawn Patrol
What: The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force invites plane lovers and war enthusiasts alike to check out period re-enactors, fly-bys, radio-controlled models, and more from WWI.
Where: National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, 1100 Spaatz Street, Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433
When: Sept. 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: (937) 255-1283, nationalmuseum.af.mil
Secretariat Festival
What: The whole family can find something to love at the Secretariat Festival. Along with horse competitions and shows, there will be street vendors, children’s activities, farm tours, and a screening of the movie “Secretariat.”
Where: Bourbon County Fair Grounds, Paris, KY
When: Sept. 23, 5 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: http://www.secretariat.com/fan-club/2011-secretariat-festival
SATURDAY
Fall Harvest Festival
What: Take a trip back in time to see a Wild West show by Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill! Heritage Village Museum will also be full of crafters demonstrating everything from candle-dipping to apple butter making.
Where: Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241
When: Sept. 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Price: free, vehicle permit required
Info: (513) 563-9484, http://www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org/
Taste of the Levee
What: The Fifth Annual Taste of the Levee in Newport will showcase items from its many restaurants, such as Brother’s Bar & Grill, Dewey’s Pizza, and Mitchell’s Fish Market. There will also be live music, street performers, and plenty of beer.
Where: Newport on the Levee, 1 Levee Way, Newport, KY 41071
When: Sept. 24, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Price: free, food items for $3 or less
Info: (859) 291-0550, http://www.newportonthelevee.com/events/details.aspx?id=466
Roller Derby
What: It’s never too late to see something new! Support the Black-N-Bluegrass Rollergirls as they take on Gem City. Roller derby is fast, fun and loud.
Where: Midwest Hoops, 25 Cavalier Blvd., Florence, KY 41042
When: Sept. 24, 6 p.m.
Price: $13, $10 advance; $5 ages 7-12
Info: (859) 372-7751, http://www.black-n-bluegrass.com/
StreetScapes
What: Clifton holds a street painting festival, where local artists reproduce famous works of art on the street and even on cars! Kids’ activities include an open-draw area.
Where: Clifton Gaslight District, Telford Street and Ludlow Avenue, Clifton, OH 45220
When: Sept. 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: (513) 861-0124
Fall-O-Ween Festival
What: Coney Island is full of fun events for children to interact with, decorative displays, classic rides, apple pie class, farm babies, harvest markets, music and more! Plus, Trick or Treat Trail is from 1-6 p.m.
Where: Coney Island
When: Sept. 24: Noon- 6 p.m., Sept. 25: Noon- 6 p.m. and October 1: Noon- 6 p.m.
Price: $8.50
Info: http://www.coneyislandpark.com/
SUNDAY
Shakespeare in the Park
What: Arts Wave presents the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company in their last “play in the park” of the summer, Julius Caesar. Grab a seat at the Keehner Park Amphitheatre for a little drama.
Where: Keehner Park, 7211 Barrett Road, West Chester, OH 45069
When: Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: http://www.cincyshakes.com/shakespeare-in-the-park.html
Enjoy the Outdoors in Cincinnati
What: Parks and nature centers all over Cincinnati are hosting Cincinnati’s Great Outdoor Weekend and invite families and friends to come and explore outside. Programs for everyone are available, with more than 70 to choose from in various locations.
Where: Hamilton County Park District, Cincinnati Observatory Center, Cincinnati Nature Center, Kenton County Parks & Recreation, and more
When: Sept. 25, all day
Price: free!
Info: www.cincygreatoutdoorweekend.org
Celtic Festival
What: Celebrate Cincinnati’s Celtic culture with food, music, dance, shopping, and even a corned beef and cabbage eating contest!
Where: Fountain Square, Fifth and Vine streets, Cincinnati, OH 45202
When: Sept. 25, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: (513) 763-8036, http://www.cincinnaticelticfest.com/
Strut Your Mutt Across America
What: The Village of New Richmond celebrates the Best Friends Animal Society's national event with animal contests, a pet parade, magic shows, and kid-friendly events.
Where: Front Street, New Richmond, OH 45157
When: Sept. 25, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: free!
Info: (523) 702-8373
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