THINGS TO DO IN BLACK CINCINNATI: OCTOBER 3 – 9
Crystal Kendrick
Award-winning marketing consultant, entrepreneur, social influencer and community leader
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Featured Events
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When:?September 23, 2022 - October 9, 2022
Where:?Know Theatre?(OTR)
Price:?Starting at $15
A cross-country journey between four Black friends tests their identities while pursuing the American Dream.
When:?October 8, 2022 - October 16, 2022
Where:?Taft Theatre?(Downtown)
Price:?Starting at $10
The offspring of Disney villains seek redemption from the evil ways of their parents. Click the link for a discount ticket offer.
Monday, October 3
Netflix
This docuseries explores the origins and evolution of play across the globe, from age-old rituals to billion-dollar businesses. Starring: Idris Elba.
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Netflix
An adult animation of an ambitious artist named Jabari attempts to balance success and love when he moves into his dream Manhattan apartment and falls for his next-door neighbor. Starring Kid Cudi.
9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Blooms & Berries?(Loveland)
Starting at $5.95
Enjoy hayrides, a pumpkin bounce pad, corn mazes, a play area, farm animals, and more. Runs through October 31.
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4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Washington Park?(OTR)
Free Admission
Families are invited to decorate pumpkins. All supplies provided.
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6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Innovation Hub?(Clifton)
Starting at $10
Learn about innovative research addressing global literacy equity and a start-up company that delivers reading tools that help build the skill and will to read one person at a time.
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6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Washington Park?(OTR)
Free Admission
Live jazz music by a guest band.
Tuesday, October 4
It’s fall! Keep your skin moisturized with all-natural whipped shea butter and black soap. These products are sold at Jungle Jim’s, Kroger, Walmart, Amazon, and Target.
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1:40 p.m. – 7 p.m.
AMC Theatre
Inspired by true events in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th?and 19th?centuries. Starring Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, and John Boyega. Represent with your African attire! Click the link for discounts.
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10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hamilton County Public Health?(Norwood)
Free Admission
COVID-19 testing, vaccines, and boosters. Know your status.
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7 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Caffè Vivace?(Walnut Hills)
Free Admission
CCM’s world-famous jazz faculty artists show off their skills with a set of cool charts and blazing solos!
Wednesday, October 5
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fountain Square?(Downtown)
Free Admission
Breast cancer awareness month kickoff features activities with the American Cancer Society, healthcare partners, and more.
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4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Behind North Church?(Northside)
Free Admission
Offers fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey through roadside stands.
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5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cinema OTR?(OTR)
Free Admission
Cincy chat series for young professionals discussed the importance of BIPOC involvement in BLINK events.
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7 p.m.
Aronoff Center?(Downtown)
Starting at $20
Young cooking show finalists compete in head-to-head demonstrations. Click the link for info on ticket discounts.
Thursday, October 6
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Gallery Veronique at Harper’s Station?(Symmes Township)
Free Admission
Photo exhibition of famous opera singers in their makeup at the Metropolitan Opera, New York.
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Trap Karaoke
5 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.
Free Admission
Food is available with music by DJ Slick Rick & DJ Sutle.
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6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Word of Deliverance?(Forest Park)
Free Admission
Focuses on the basics of body weight resistance training and how functional training helps you with everyday mobility.
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6 p.m. – 11 p.m.
The Redmoor?(Mt. Lookout)
Starting at $20
Prince tribute featuring music performed by the 2nd?Wind Band.
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7 p.m.
Aronoff Center?(Downtown)
$5
Lecture the evolution that will allow us to cure diseases, fend off viruses, and have healthier babies.
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7:30 p.m.
The Footlighters, Inc.?(Newport)
Starting at $25
Tells the story of one young man’s journey and search for the secret to true happiness. Runs through October 8.
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Friday, October 7
Historical Documentary
After their shocking performance at the 2004 Olympics, the US men’s basketball team seeks redemption as they pursue Gold at the 2008 Beijing Games. Starring Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and more.
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6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sheakley Lawn?(Clifton)
Free Admission
Family-friendly celebration with live music, food, drinks, and Bearcat swag.
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6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Essex Studios?(Walnut Hills)
Free Admission
Guided behind-the-scenes workspace tours of 45 Essex artists featuring poetry readings. Runs through October 8.
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6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
American Sign Museum?(Colerain)
Starting at $10
Presented by Kaila Pettis, Black Senior Director of Brand and Digital content for FC Cincinnati. Appetizers, beer, wine, and the opportunity to explore the museum!
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7 p.m.
Zimmer Hall?(Clifton)
Starting at $10
UC NPHC Homecoming Yard show.?See which organization will take home this year’s trophy.
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7:30 p.m.
Funny Bone?(Liberty Township)
Starting at $20
Comedy show. Runs through October 8.
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8 p.m.
Heritage Bank Center?(Downtown)
Starting at $59
Concert featuring Monica, Tevin Campbell, Dru Hill, Tamar Braxton, 112 & Next.
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8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Washington Park?(OTR)
Free Admission
Movie screening of?Ghostbusters,?Halloweentown,?Beetlejuice, and?Hocus Pocus. Runs through Sunday.
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9 p.m.
American Legacy Tours?(OTR)
$39
You and your tour guide will travel through the streets of OTR, hearing terrifying true stories of the neighborhood’s haunted past.
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9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
20th?Century Theatre?(Oakley)
Starting at $5
Featuring live R&B and hip-hop music by guest DJs.
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10 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.
The Mockbee?(Clifton)
Starting at $10
Live music, dance performances, cash prizes, and more.
Saturday, October 8
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Elementz?(OTR)
Free Admission
Learn the art of DJing with DJ Apryl Reign.
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10:30 a.m.
Woodlawn Community Center?(Woodlawn)
$15
Spin to your favorite tunes with Black fitness instructors Carmen and Inga during a one-hour indoor cycling class.?Register online. Spaces are limited.
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Washington Park?(OTR)
Free Admission
Shop local vendors.
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cincinnati Museum Center?(West End)
Experience dancing, costume parades, creepy crawlies, scavenger hunts, and more. Free with museum admission. $2 per person for up to 10 guests with a valid EBT or SNAP card. Runs through October 30.
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11 a.m.
Avondale Branch Library?(Avondale)
Free Admission
Celebrate menstrual health awareness with hygiene kits, activities, giveaways, and more.
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11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fountain Square?(Downtown)
Free Admission
Bring a friend! Bring a sign!?March to stand in solidarity with the national weekend of events facilitated by the Women’s March organization.
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Noon – 1:30 p.m.
InoarG?(Madisonville)
Starting at $10
Art class led by Black artists. Paint what you feel with your children, friends, or come alone.
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Noon – 6 p.m.
Framester?(OTR)
Free Admission
Pop-up shopping experience with Black vendors, door prizes, games, refreshments, bottomless Mimosas, and more.
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Noon – 2 p.m.
Clifton Branch Library?(Clifton)
Free Admission
Engage in dialogue about deal breakers in a relationship.
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1 p.m.
WordPlay Cincy?(Northside)
Free Admission
Teens can participate in a hands-on mural installation to increase visibility and humanize the Black identity.
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6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Duke Energy Convention Center?(Downtown)
Starting at $32
Gospel concert featuring Tasha Cobbs-Leonard, Ricky Dillard, E. Dewey Smith, William Murphy, and more.
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7 p.m.
Clifton Recreation Center?(Clifton)
Free Admission
Movie showing of?Casper. Parking spots are first come, first served.
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8 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Greater New Light Baptist Church?(Avondale)
$25
Come out and support your local comedians as they hit the stage. A free meal is provided with a ticket.
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Sunday, October 9
Noon – 5:30 p.m.
Pluto’s Café?(North College Hill)
Burgers, whiting, southern sides, sandwiches, and appetizers.
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2 p.m.
Artologe Studio?(OTR)
Starting at $50
Enjoy a catered brunch buffet, bottomless mimosas, a 90s throwback soundtrack, a cash bar and Sunday FunDay Vibes.
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2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The Pitch Cincy?(OTR)
Free Admission
Day party featuring live R&B and house music from guest DJs. Dance floors unconventional concoctions of House, Techno, and Minimal; all stirred into one big melting pot of edgy banging fun.
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3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Stetson Square?(Corryville)
Free Admission
Meet up and socialize with other naturals as we learn how our natural hair, health, and lifestyle are connected.
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8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Mt. Healthy Haunted Hall?(Mt. Healthy)
Starting at $12
Be spooked by classic favorites such as Wolfman, Frankenstein, and Zombies. Runs through October 29. Bring two cans of soup for $6.
Upcoming Events
When:?8:30 pm October 15, 2022
Where:?The Ludlow Garage?(Clifton)
Price:?$35 -$60
R&B group, The 5th Dimension will be live at Ludlow Garage in Clifton on Saturday, October 15th. You don’t want to miss this!
When:?October 25, 2022 - November 6, 2022
Where:?Aronoff Center?(Downtown)
Price:?$36.25 - $119.25
This new musical reveals a comeback story like no other, of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of racism, sexism, and ageism to become the global Queen of Rock n’ Roll.
When:?8:30 pm October 22, 2022
Where:?The Ludlow Garage?(Clifton)
Price:?$30 - $50
Since 1987, Acoustic Alchemy has pushed the limits of the acoustic guitar’s potential by embracing a spectrum of musical styles ranging from straight-ahead jazz, to folk, to rock, to world music, and beyond.
When:?7:30 pm November 15, 2022
Where:?Aronoff Center?(Downtown)
Price:?$25 - $75
Hip-hop meets classical?with the acclaimed band Black Violin, led by classically trained string players Wil B. (viola) and Kev Marcus (violin), who are joined onstage by?DJ SPS and drummer Nat Stokes. The band’s?Give Thanks Holiday Tour?employs playful storytelling, whimsical string melodies, and hard-hitting beats.
When:?8:30 pm November 19, 2022
Where:?The Ludlow Garage?(Clifton)
Price:?$30 - $50
American funk and R&B vocal group, Raydio will be live at Ludlow Garage in Clifton on Saturday, November 19th. You don’t want to miss this!
When:?8:30 pm December 2, 2022
Where:?The Ludlow Garage?(Clifton)
Price:?$45 - $75
The American R&B, pop, and gospel singer is set to take the stage to sing Luther Vandross – just in time for the holidays!
When:?8:30 pm December 23, 2022
Where:?The Ludlow Garage?(Clifton)
Price:?$35 - $65
South African singer-songwriter Jonathan Butler and saxophonist Grace Kelly will perform a Christmas jazz special at Ludlow Garage on December 23rd. You do not want to miss this!
Now that you know what is happening this weekend, you should never have an empty Saturday or Sunday with many Afro-American events. Plus, if you are looking for a significant other, now you know where all the Black people meet. Have fun!
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