An annual must-visit attraction, the Krohn Conservatory Butterfly Show will return to Cincinnati on May 10th, 2025.

This year’s event theme is Gothica Botanica. The usual whimsy of the butterfly show will be on full display with a dark dash of mystery and enchantment. Gothic architecture, shadowy black foliage and deep-hued blooms will set the stage for a mesmerizing juxtaposition of light and shadow, dark and light. Delicate butterflies will dance overhead, providing an unexpected iridescence.

The Krohn Conservatory 2025 Butterly Show runs May 10th – August 10th, daily from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

This exciting exhibition will include some special events also, such as Krohn Discovery Space (May 21st), Game Night at Krohn (May 28th) and more — visit the Cincinnati Parks website to discover all of the super special events that will accompany this beautiful Butterfly Show!

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Grab your girls and your honey! Cincinnati has so many amazing events that grown-ups will absolutely adore this month. Check out our roundup of both Valentine’s and Galentine’s events happening around town. With so many lovely events happening, hearts are sure to flutter. Happy Valentine’s!

Love,
Cincinnati Family Magazine

February 1st

Bourbon & Chocolate Festival, 6-10 p.m.
Butler County Fairgrounds | 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, OH
A chocolate lover’s dream! There will be chocolate samples from 15 dessert vendors, live entertainment, bourbon tasting and more.
$30-50.

Cincy Winter Beerfest 2025, noon
Cintas Center | 1624 Musketeer Drive, Cincinnati OH
If you and your loved one love beer, this is the event for you two! Sample hundreds of local and regional craft beers, as well as new craft wineries and distilleries. 21+
$30-125.

Girl Scout Cookie & Beer Pairing!, 11 a.m.
Braxton Brewing Company | 27 W 7th Street, Covington, KY
Girl Scout cookie season is back! Head to Braxton for this special pairing featuring 4 taster beers, 4 cookies and a tasting sheet to explore the flavor combinations.
-Peanut Butter Patties paired with Chocolate Stout
-Toast-Yay! Paired with Gingerbread Cookie Brown Ale
-Lemonades paired with Raspberry Hibiscus Gose
-Thin Minters paired with Dead Blow
$15.
859-261-5600 

February 4th 

Life of Pi, 7:30 p.m., show runs through February 9th
Aronoff Center | 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH
After a shipwreck in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, a sixteen-year-old boy named Pi survives on a lifeboat with four companions- a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world class puppetry and exquisite stagecraft, LIFE OF PI creates a breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy.
$35-111.
513-621-2787 

February 6th 

Paint & Sip “City of Love”, 7-9 p.m.
Rhinegeist Brewery Taproom | 1910 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH
Bring Paris to life! Experience an unforgettable paint and sip event while creating a work of art, “City of Love”. 21+.
$35. 

Maple Date Night: A Taste Through Time, 7-9 p.m.
Available February 6-8th
Cincinnati Nature Center Rowe Woods | 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford, OH
Love is in the maple-scented air during this maple tasting experience. Tap into how people’s love for maple syrup has changed through time. Sip maple cocktails while watching a cooking demonstration and explore present day gourmet “not just for pancakes” uses for maple syrup.
$42 nonmember, $30 member.
513-831-1711 

February 7th 

“Hat off to Love!” Galentine’s Night Out, 6-9 p.m.
Available February 7th and 8th
Vessel Collective | 617 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY
This epic night out includes cocktails and mocktails, sweet treats and snacks, a flower bar and fun photo booth. Additional fun (at an additional cost) includes tiny tattoos by Asia Renee, permanent jewelry by Ell Designs, a hat bar and shopping.
$45+4.87 fees.

Valentine’s Paint & Sip “Lovers Bridge”, 7-9 p.m.
The Hidden Chapter Bookstore | 118 North Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas, KY
Celebrate Valentine’s with creativity and fun. Couples can spend an evening painting “Lovers Bridge” – a romantic bridge under a dreamy, love-filled sky.
$35.

February 8th 

Cupid’s Undie Run, noon-4 p.m.
Queen City Radio | 222 W 12th St., Cincinnati, OH
Dig through that drawer full of drawers to find a cute pair to wear! Those affected by NF cannot cover up their tumors, to honor this fact, this fundraising run is done in undies. Help raise funds for NF research and have a lot of fun in the process.
$40.

Galentine’s Day Brunch, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Fairfield Community Arts Center | 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, OH
Gather some gal pals and enjoy an afternoon of fun featuring a light lunch, Valentine’s craft and cash bar.
$25 non-residents, $20 residents.

Mom’s Day Out, 11.30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
21C Museum Hotel | 609 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH
This heartwarming luncheon will provide inspiration and promote self-care.Featuring keynote speaker Kyle Woods.
$35.

Must Be Love on the Brain, 7:30-9 p.m.
Fernbank Park | 50 Thornton Ave., Cincinnati, OH
Are you and your partner looking to find your wild this Valentine’s Day? Join Great Parks for an evening of science-themed romance as we explore the elaborate systems of animal courtship in the natural world. Rediscover the enchantment of primal attraction through an interactive game of charades and get physical as we master the steps to traditional courtship dances. Make it a date-night to remember at Fernbank Lodge.
Free.

Valentine’s Fox Tort & Tango Date Night, 5 – 7 p.m.
West Chester Academy | 8107 Market Pl Dr., West Chester, OH
This special evening will exude elegance! Couples will learn to dance the tango and fox trot, all while connecting with their partner. Light refreshments will be served for adults and there is childcare INCLUDED for kids ages 4-10, including pizza for dinner. Wow.
$60 per couple.
513-829-2345 

Valentine’s Paint & Sip, “Love Birds”, 1-3 p.m.
BrewDog Cincinnati | 316 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH
Join The Paint Sesh at BrewDog to paint “Love Birds”, a romantic scene with two lovebirds, perfect for the season of love.
$35.

February 9th

All You Need I love, Drag Brunch at 21C, 11 a.m.-2p.m.
21C Museum Hotel | 609 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH
Sip on custom crafted cocktails from Molly Wellman, grab a bite from a brunch buffet, enjoy tunes from a professional DJ and performances by Brock Leah Spears, The Lady Phaedra and Alexander Cameron. Proceeds benefit Cincinnati’s LGBTQ+ youth homeless and mental health services.
$50 + $5.20 fee, VIP Table: $850 + $58.85 fee.

February 10th 

Galentine’s Day Charm Party, 6-9 p.m.
The Gatherall | 2750 Park Ave., Norwood, OH
Head to Factory 52 with some girlfriends  and join Artitudes Treasures to create a unique chain with up to seven charms.
$49.

February 11th 

Galentine’s @ LouVino, 5-9 p.m.
Available February 11-13th
LouVino | 1142 Main St., Cincinnati, OH
Get ready to partay at LouVino! Start the evening out with a champagne gummy bear, then chow down on a delicious 3-course menu that will have hearts aflutter.
$36 per person + tax, gratuity.

Love Fest, 7:30 p.m.
Aronoff Center for the Arts | 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH
A selection of eight 10-Minute plays celebrating love and romance in support of CPI’s annual fundraiser for the Greater Cincinnati American Heart Association.
$15+.
513-621-2787

February 13th

Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special, 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Memorial Hall OTR | 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH
A talented string quartet will serenade the audience with romantic tunes among a candlelit stage.
$33-54.50.

Candlelight: Rings and Dragons, 8:30 p.m.
Memorial Hall OTR | 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH
Under the gentle glow of candlelight, enjoy music from Lords of the Rings and Game of Thrones by the StringSource Quarter.
$33-54.50.

Galentine’s Ladies Night, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Braxton Brewing Company, 27 W 7th Street, Covington, KY
Gather gal pals and join everyone’s favorite Bestie, Nat Jones, for a night of music, beer, wine, cocktails, BINGO, Dewey’s pizza and more.
$70.

Off the Rails: 90s Edition, 7-10 p.m.
Cincinnati Museum Center | 1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati, OH
Step back in time for a night of fun in The Children’s Museum. Dance the Macarena and Tootsie Roll while the DJ spins 90s hits, including boy band jams. Enjoy crafts that take you back to childhood, 90s-themed snacks and since you’re a grown up now, cocktails. 21+ only
Advance Tickets: $20/$15 members, Walkup Tickets: $30/$25 members.
513-287-7000 

Valentine’s Paint and Sip, 7-9 p.m.
Dead Low Brewing | 5959 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, OH
Celebrating Valentine’s with The Paint Sesh and create a beautiful floral painting, “Carnations”.
$35.

February 14th

“Let Me Be Frank” A Tribute to the Timeless Music of Frank Sinatra, 6-9:30 p.m.
The Redmoor | 3187 Linwood Ave., Cincinnati, OH
Featuring Jack Garrett and his fabulous orchestra during this dinner dance.
$15-160.

Maple in the Moonlight, 7-9 p.m.
Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve
Adults can hike the wooded nature trial, warm up by the fire and experience the journey of bringing maple syrup to the table. There will be tastings and live music, too! Includes one drink ticket per person. 21+.
$25.

Nature in a Blink: Magic in the Maples
Timberman Ridge | 1976 Timberman Road, Hamilton, OH
Explore MetroPark after dark with a night hike, time by the fire and maple syrup sampling, too. Adults-only event.
$10.

Sea of Love, 7:30-11 p.m.
Newport Aquarium | 1 Aquarium Way, Newport, KY
A perfect evening for couples or gal-pals. Featuring an enchanting evening surrounded by exotic aquatic life. This evening includes yummy bites at food stations. Couples will receive a special pebble and penguin art piece at this one-of-a-kind event. 21+.
$175 for 2 adults.

Valentine’s Date Night at The Conservatory, 6-8 p.m.
Hamilton Conservatory | 1601 University Blvd., Hamilton, OH
Think outside the bouquet box and make a gift together that grows! Participants will paint pots and learn how to care for their new plant.
Free. Register by February 7th.

Valentine’s Painting, Swan Lake, 7 p.m.
Urban Artifact | 1660 Blue Rock St., Cincinnati, OH
Capture love and connection- escape with the Paint Sesh at Urban Artifact to paint “Swan Lake”.
$35.

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Attractions

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
3400 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 
Free Admission for military personnel on Veterans Day- they may also purchase discounted tickets for up to 6 family members

Cincinnati Museum Center 
1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, OH 
Free Admission for military personnel and veterans on Veterans Day

Freedom Center 
50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH
Free Admission through November 30th for military personnel and veterans

Great Parks
Free park entry for ALL on Veterans Day

Newport Aquarium
1 Aquarium Way, Newport, KY
Save up to $2 per ticket, year round

Dining Deals on Veterans Day

City BBQ
Multiple locations in Cincinnati and NKY
Free meal- one sandwich, one side and a drink

Duck Donuts
Free medium hot coffee or cold brew, in-shop only

Fifty West Brewing Company
7605 Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH
5224 District Park Drive, Mason, OH
Free meal- sandwich, regular side of fries and a drink of choice. 

Hofbrauhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant
200 3rd St., Newport, KY 
All Veterans, Active Duty and Reservists get a FREE meal* at Our Haus, all day long! Value up to $20. Dine-in only

Logan’s Roadhouse
Multiple Locations in Cincinnati and NKY
Complimentary Meal off the Veterans Day Menu, valid from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

• All American Cheeseburger
• Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders
• Chopped Steak
• BBQ Grilled Pork Chop
• Steak Tips
• Sides: Fries, Roadhouse Rice, Green Beans, Corn, and Mashed Potatoes

Logan’s Roadhouse also offers a 10% year-round military discount

Raising Canes
Multiple locations in Cincinnati/NKY
Raising Canes always offers 10% off their entire purchase with the mention of the Hero Discount Program

Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe 
Multiple Cincinnati and NKY locations
Free Grilled Chicken Gyro Meal, includes chips and a choice of side. Dine-in Only

Tim Hortons
1255 Hamilton Lebanon Road, Monroe, OH
Free Classic Donut 

Twin Peaks
Multiple locations in Cincinnati and NKY
Free lunch from a special Veterans Day menu at participating locations

White Castle
Multiple locations in Cincinnati and NKY 
Complimentary Combo Meal 

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Saturday, November 9th, 7 – 8 p.m.
Sunday, November 10th, 2 – 5 p.m.
Monday, November 11th, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 12th, 5 – 6:15 p.m.
Cincinnati Veterans Art Exhibition
Cincinnati VA’s Creative Arts Therapy/Recreation Therapy program presents arts by veterans!
Memorial Hall OTR | 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 

Saturday, November 9th, 9 a.m.
DAV5K
The Banks | Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 

Saturday, November 9th, 7 p.m. 
Sycamore Community Band
Church of the Saviour |8005 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery, OH

Saturday, November 9th – Monday, November 11th, regular hours of operation
Veterans Day Buttons
Show appreciation for our veterans by making a button in our Makerspace! Visit the reference desk to create your free button!

Sunday, November 10th

Sunday, November 10th – 2 p.m.
Northern Kentucky Veterans Day Observance
Highland Cemetery | 2167 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell, KY 

Sunday, November 10th – November 16th, all day
Flags of Honor 2024
Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum | 4521 Spring Grove Ave., Cincinnati OH
Historic Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum will participate in a tribute to Veterans and Heroes of Public Service with the Flags of Honor Display. 

Sunday, November 10th, 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m.
Hamilton Veterans Hall of Fame Recognition 2024
The Hamilton Veterans Hall of Fame recognizes the efforts of Hamilton’s distinguished men and women who have worn the uniform of our nation’s armed services and then continued to contribute to their community through acts of volunteerism, advocacy, public service, professional distinction and philanthropy. The program is not intended to focus solely on what Hamilton military members accomplished while in uniform but what has occurred in their lives outside and beyond their military service. Registration is REQUIRED. REGISTER HERE No cost to attend. Please provide the names of each attendee, as name tags will be provided. We will not be able to accept walk-ins on the day of the event. A complimentary lunch will be provided, and a cash bar will be available. Washington Event Center at Shooters Sports Grill – Hamilton 877 N. W. Washington Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45013 Ample parking will be available. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Please do not arrive earlier. Lunch served at 12:30 p.m. Program from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Nominations are accepted year around. 

Sunday, November 10th, 2 p.m.
Queen City Concert Band Veterans Salute Concert
Memorial Hall OTR | 1225 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 

Monday, November 11th

Monday, November 11th, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
66th Veterans Day Commemoration
Downtown Main Library | 800 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 
Featuring keynote remarks from Persian Gulf War and the Bosnian War Veteran Kelly Knox, this annual event dedicated to the men and women who serve our country is back including:

• Musicians from the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra 

• Posting of the Colors by the Diamond Oaks JROTC

• Participation from local veterans groups

• Commemorative keepsake for veterans, while supplies last

New this year is a showcase of the recently-opened Veterans History area at the Catherine C. and Thomas E. Huenefeld Story Center. Attendees will be able to browse local veterans history and record their own stories and memories at the Story Center Studio.

Monday, November 11th, 7 p.m.
Sycamore Community Band
Maple Knoll Auditorium | 11100 Springfield Pike, Springdale, OH

Monnday, November 11th, 9:30 am
Veterans Day Parade
Beechwood Swim Club to Beechwood Road/Dixie Highway

Monday,Nov 11th, 11 am
Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Park | 6231 Harrison Ave., Green Township

Monday, November 11th, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Collection 21 Veterans Day Raffle
Collection 21- Antique automobile collection, over 250 cars!*

21 Kenton Lands Rd., Erlanger 41018 Nov. 11, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. $15 suggested donation upon entry (100% proceeds to Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky) Veterans get in free all day!

See awesome vintage cars, enter our raffle, and celebrate Veterans Day!

Also raffling a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon and a $50 gift card to Ripple Wine Bar!

Monday, November 11th, 9 a.m.
Veterans Day Donuts & Coffee

Fairfield Community Arts Center | 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, OH

This Veterans Day, we invite veterans and active military members to join us for a relaxed and friendly gathering over complimentary donuts and coffee. 

Monday, November 11th, 11 a.m.
Veteran’s Day Hike
Sharon Woods, Sharon Centre | 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 
Spend some time outside to enjoy the changing seasons and make nature discoveries.

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Solstice Glow runs Saturday, November 2nd through January 5th. This show celebrates the quiet magic of winter. 

Need to know information: 

What: Solstice Glow, Krohn Conservatory’s winer show
Where: Krohn Conservatory (1501 Eden Park Drive)
When: Open Daily November 2nd – January 5, 10 am-8pm 
How Much: $10 adults, $7 youth 5 – 17, free for kids 4 and under
What’s New??? The latest Applied Imagination landmark to join the show  is CVG Airport, including some awesome planes, too! 

Additional Info: 
Visit the Cincinnati Park’s calendar for additional holiday show offerings taking place at Krohn Conservatory, and to check out the special hours for the show run. 

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Check out this awesome roundup of regularly occurring events, info on bowling and some movie dates, too. ALL f0r the low, low price of FREE! 

Kids Crew @ Newport on the Levee

Every Monday through August 26th, at 11 a.m.
Free fun including face painters, storytellers, magicians, crafts and more. 

Pop-Up Play @ Washington Park 

Every Tuesday through August 27th, from 4 – 6 p.m.

• July 23rd: Brandi Bee
• July 30th: WordPlay
• August 6th: Pop-Up Play
• August 13th: Junk Journaling Workshop
• August 20th: CAC Art Lab
• August 27th: Pop-Up Play

Wednesdays in the Woods @ Burnet Woods

Wednesdays though August 14th, from 7 – 9 p.m.

Celebrate everything summer with this outdoor weekly concert series. There will be a kids art corner and food/drinks available for purchase!

Rockin’ the Roebling

Thursdays through August 31st, from 6 – 10 p.m.

Free concerts on the Schmidlapp event lawn outside Merlin Lager House.

Kids Bowl Free!

More than 1,500 bowling centers around the globe provide FREE games of bowling each day to kids during the summer. 

Free Movies Around Town!

Barbie! @ Summit Cinema

July 25th, starting at dusk. Popcorn available for FREE! 

Free Summer Kids Movies @ RJ Cinema

Free movies at RJ Cinema on Mondays and Wednesday- doors open at 10, movies start at 10:30 a.m.

July 22nd: Puss In Boots: The Last Wish
July 24th: Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken

Free Movies for Kids @ The Esquire Theatre

Every Monday and Wednesday morning through July 31st- doors open at 9:45, movies start at 10:30 a.m. 

July 22nd and 24th: The Bad Guys
July 29th and 31st: Trolls World Tour

Ziegler Park Cinema

Free movies on the Great Lawn!

• July 24th: Barbie with Cincinnati Pride
• July 31st: Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban (20 Year Anniversary)
• August 7th: Mighty Ducks with Xavier University
• August 14th: Space Jam
• August 21st: Wizard of Oz
• August 28th: Jurassic Park
• September 4th: Freaky Friday
• September 11th:  Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971)
• September 18th: Coco

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Summerfair at Coney Island

May 31 – June 2
Browse more than 300 artists wares, hear live music and sample gourmet food and drink at this annual event. Summerfair has been going on for more than 50 years and supports and promotes artists in Greater Cincinnati.
CONEY ISLAND | 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, oh
$10 or $15 3-day pass
 

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Kidchella

Sunday, August 11, 2024 
1 p.m. -4 p.m.

Deerfield Township, Cottell Park
5847 Irwin Simpson Road, Mason

Join us for and afternoon of fun, including balloon animals, kids’ activities, food trucks, meet-and-greets, and live musical performances! Be sure to visit all of the exciting vendor and sponsor booth while you’re there too!

For vendor and sponsorship information please contact the events team at events@frg.inc.

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Butterflies of Bali (register) 

Celebrate Krohn’s Butterfly Show’s 25th anniversary! Surround yourself with 60 varieties of free-flying butterflies, discover unique plants and flowers and even go on a scavenger hunt!

1501 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, Oh

10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; $10 adults, $7 ages 5 – 17, free for Friends of Krohn members and children ages four and younger.

513-421-4086 or cincinnatiparks.com/krohn

Thursday, May 13th

Cicada Scavenger Hunt Bingo

It’s cicada season! Grab a bingo card from the library and take a close look around the neighborhood for signs of cicadas! Bring back a completed card for a button or small prize all monthlong (branch closed Sundays), while supplies last.

Friday, May 14th

Climb, crawl and slide through Jack’s Playground! Kiddos under 2 can find fun around every corner of the Toddler Zone, and on Wednesday and Friday nights kids will love bouncing their way through Jump’s Inflatables.

7102 Office Park Drive, West Chester, Oh

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.; $10 Friday nights, $8 weekdays, toddlers through age 2 $4 daily

513-779-5867 or jumpandjacks.com

Saturday, May 15th

KIDS MYSTERY FISH CHALLENGE (register)

Kids 16 and younger can try to catch a tagged fish for a trophy! All participants receive a derby button and every child who catches a fish will receive a certificate. You must bring your own equipment; bait will be available for purchase.  

Check out these upcoming dates and locations:

• April 25: Triple Creek, 2700 Buell Road
• May 15: Miami Whitewater Forest, 9001 Mount Hope Road, Harrison
• May 31: Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland
• June 20: Woodland Mound, 8250 Old Kellogg Road
• July 4: Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland
• July 24: Campbell Lakes Preserve, 10431 Campbell Rad, Harrison
• August 14: Winton Woods, 10245 Winton Road
• September 6: Lake Isabella, 10174 Loveland Madeira Road, Loveland

513-521-7275 or greatparks.org

Kids to Parks Day 2021 (register)

Get your nature hats and and check out lots of cool programming offered by Cincinnati Parks for this year’s Kids to Parks Day!

• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; French Park (3012 Section Road); Fossil Fun: kids can spend the morning fossil hunting.
• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Center (5400 Lanius Lane); Gardening, Compost and Worms!: learn all about seeds, plants and compost before taking a wildflower hike.
• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; California Woods Nature Preserve (5400 Kellogg Ave.); Play and Hike in Nature!: Get outside and play the day away with games and hiking.
• 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Trailside Nature Center (3251 Brookline Ave.); Cicada Celebration and Hike: Learn all about the reemergence of these bug-eyed beauties with this fun nature program.
• 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Smale Park (166 W Mehring Way); Cincinnati Insects: Cicadas only come once every 17 years, drop by the Explore Nature table to learn all about them!

513-861-3435 or explorenature.regfox.com/kidstoparksday21

Sunday, May 16th

Kings Islands Opens! (Register, tickets available online)

Stroll down International Street to all of their favorite rides, shows and eateries. Little adventurers will love braving the rides in Planet Snoopy and the most advanced thrill-seekers will want to take on the award-winning giga-coaster, Orion! Don’t forget to finish the day with a famous blueberry ice cream cone!

11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Mills, Oh

513-754-5700 or visitkingsisland.com

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The green grass is growing and the flowers are blooming. It is easy to appreciate Earth this spring. Get outside with the family all week and be one with nature in celebration of Earth Day (Thursday, April 22).

NATURE TOTS (register) 

Tuesday, April 20; 9:30  – 11 a.m.

LaBoiteaux Woods, 5400 Lanius Lane, Cincinnati | explorenature.regfox.com/trailsidespringwf | 513-542-2909

Moms and tots, need some fresh air? Enjoy nature through stories, games, animal encounters and more with this four-week session. $20 per pair (Tot & Guardian) per four-week session; for toddlers one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half years old.

ZOO BLOOMS PRESENTED BY PERFORMANCE LEXUS (register) 

All month long; 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden | 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati | cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoo-blooms/ | 513-281-4700

Pops of color are springing up all across the zoo this April; don’t miss out on seeing more than 100,000 tulips and over one million breathtaking hyacinths, daffodils, flowering shrubs and bushes. see website for pricing information and online discounts; free for members.

FREE EARTH DAY WILDFLOWER WALK (register) 

Thursday, April 22, 1 – 3 p.m.

Caldwell Nature Preserve, 430 West North Bend Road, Cincinnati | explorenature.regfox.com/earthdaywildflowerwalk | 513-761-4313

Celebrate Earth Day while seeing some beautiful native wildflowers. This program is geared to adults who will learn some lore and uses of our favorite spring beauties.  

FREE EVERYTHING EARTH DAY AT EBTH 

Thursday, April 22; 4 – 8 p.m.

Everything But the House, 6000 Creek Road, Blue Ash | ebth.com | 513-482-9541

Earth Day exemplifies how EBTH shoppers and consignors can live sustainably and stylishly by contributing to a closed cycle system that reduces waste and gives art, fashion, jewelry, antiques and home items a new life. This Earth Day, Thursday April 22 from 4pm to 8pm EDT, EBTH’s Blue Ash warehouse will act as a sustainable hub for reselling, donating and recycling with the help of a couple local partners: New Life Furniture Bank, St. Vincent de Paul, Matthew 25: Ministries, and Junk King.

FREE ENTRY DAY AT GREAT PARKS 

Thursday, April 22

Great Parks of Hamilton County | greatparks.org | 513-521-7275

The Great Parks of Hamilton County boasts more than 17,700 acres of natural habitat, trails, playground, dog parks, golf courses, lakes, rivers and so much more! Explore what nature has to offer without the need of a Great Parks Motor Vehicle on select days in 2021.  

NATURE DISCOVERY AT THE NATURE NOOK 

Thursday, April 22; 12 p.m.

Cincinnati Nature Center, 4949 Tealtown Road, Milford | cincynature.org | 513-831-1711

Join Cincinnati Nature Center for a mini program on nature discovery. Included with daily admission, $9 adults, $4 children; free for members.

FREE RHEA LANA CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE 2021 

Friday, April 23; 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Northgate Mall , 9459 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati | northcincinnati.rhealana.com

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYLCE! Shop brand name items at a fraction of the cost. Consignors will have over 40,000 high quality, gently used items for sale, including: clothing, furniture, toys, books, baby equipment, maternity items and much more.  see website for discount day information.

ART AND EARTH DAY AT PYRAMID HILL 

Saturday, April 24; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton | pyramidhill.org/art-earth-day | 513-868-1234

This fun and free day includes art demos, guided hikes and the popular Contemporary Arts Center Spring Family Festival (12 – 3 p.m.). 

EARTH DAY CLEANUP AT BIG BONE LICK STATE HISTORIC SITE

Saturday. April 24; 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

3380 Beaver Road, Union, Ky | parks.ky.gov/union/events/events/earth-day-creek-clean | 859-384-3522

Help celebrate Earth Day by creating a cleaner planet; volunteers will be picking up litter around Big Bone Creek.

EARTH MONTH FAMILY QUEST AT CINCINNATI NATURE CENTER (register)

Saturday, April 24; 2 – 4 p.m.

4949 Tealtown Road, Milford | cincynature.org | 513-831-1711

Explore the trails with the family on a quest to become the ultimate conservationists; help Mother Nature while journeying through different habitats and completing tasks.

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