Monthly Top Picks

March 2010

Now to March 19 - "Me, Myself and I…happy from within" Exhibition - Mason Municipal Center - Join the Mason Deerfield Arts Alliance as they present over 850 self portraits created by 1st graders from Mason Early Childhood Center. This unique exhibition will show the beautiful faces of a diverse and changing community.   


March 10-14 - Fifth Third Bank Cincinnati Home & Garden Show - .$11/adults and kids 13 and under are FREE (when accompanied by an adult). Visit and stop by Lichtenberg Landscaping at garden No. 13.  Meet local Mason resident and landscape architect, Steve Lichtenberg and his team.  See some photos of the Lichtenberg Landscaping display by clicking here.


March 10-14 - Ringling Brothers & Barnum & Bailey Circus - Zing Zang Zoom - US Bank Arena - Purchase a 4-pack of tickets for weekday shows for only $44, or receive $4 off any weekend ticket by logging onto www.ticketmaster.com and entering the coupon code: MOM. Also playing April 29-May 2 at the Nutter Center in Dayton. See some photos of opening night by clicking here.



March 12th, 19th and 26th - Mason Deerfield Auxiliary Fish Fry - Good food for a good cause has been the hallmark of the Mason-Deerfield Fire Auxiliary Fish Fry for many years. The Fish Fry helps both the Deerfield Township and the City of Mason fire departments. With proceeds from the Fish Fry, the Auxiliary is able to provide water, coffee, hot chocolate and other items to firefighters as they battle blazes in all kinds of weather. Fish dinners start at just $6.75, shrimp dinner $7.50, with many different sides, sandwiches and children’s dinners, too (10 years of age and under). Coffee is free, with desserts and soft drinks just $1. Bring the family and help support the brave men and women who protect us. The Fish Fry is held at the City of Mason Fire Station #52 located at 5500 Cedar Village Drive from 5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.


March 12 - Uncorked! A Food & Wine Experience - 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cost:  $5.00. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 12, 19 & 26 - St. Susanna Meyer Center Fish Fry - 5-8pm - 500 Reading Rd., Mason. (5130 398-3821).

March 12 - Culture Kids - Cincinnati Art Museum - Stop the Presses -10-11:30am or 2-3:30pm - great workshop for preschoolers and a caregiver - $10/pair for members and $20/pair for non-members. Free parking with ticket purchase. 953 Eden Park Dr. (513) 721-ARTS.

March 12 - Newport Aquarium - Sleep with the Sharks Overnight Adventure - Start the fun at 7:30pm and spend the night with fish, sharks, and marine life. $40/kids 6-12 years and $50/13 and up. Newport KY. (859) 261-7444.

March 12-13 - Queen City Classic Chess Tournament - As one of the largest scholastic chess tournaments in the Midwest, the annual Queen City Classic Chess Tournament is designed to increase chess participation among all children by popularizing the game of chess. From the novice to the expert, students of all ages, backgrounds and playing levels have the opportunity to sharpen their intellectual and reasoning skills, have fun and benefit the Cincinnati community. Executed and presented by Cris Collinsworth Proscan Fund and sponsored by The Cincinnati Bengals, the Queen City Classic raises the intellectual bar for children in our great city as hundreds of youth from every neighborhood in the city spending two days together
competing, learning and having fun. Register by Feb. 15 and get $15 off registration fee (only $35), after Feb. 16 registration is $50. 

March 12-14 - Cinderella - The Children's Theatre of Mason - Call (513) 398-0116 for more information. All performances held in the Mason High School Auditorium.

March 13 - Cincinnati Commandos - 7:30pm - See Cincinnati's newest indoor football team play at the Cincinnati Gardens. 2250 Seymour Ave. For tickets ($12-17/adults and $10/kids & $7/ages 10 and under). Call (513) 351-3999 or visit cincinnaticommandos.com. Parking is free. 

March 13 - Sportsman's Family Night - 2-8pm - West Chester Church of the Nazarene - Families will participate in hunting/fishing seminars as well as enjoy food, speakers and sport vendors. 7951 Tylersville Rd. (513) 777-6300.

March 13 - Get Your Irish On! 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.Cost: FREE
Feeling Lucky? Then you can’t miss out on this celebration that might just get you some GREEN!   First 100 people in attendance at noon will receive a goodie bag filled with fun items – one bag will have a gift card for $50!  It wouldn’t be a party without lots of delicious Irish fare being sampled throughout the store. Bring the little lads and lassies by for a traditional potato stamping craft and face painting.  Let’s take a cue from the Irish and we’ll eat, drink and be merry! Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

 

March 13 - Saint Patrick’s Day Run for the Green Run/Walk - This one-of-a-kind run/walk will be held at 9 a.m. in Landen-Deerfield Park on US 22 and 3 (Montgomery Road). The 3.1 mile trail winds through grass fields and densely wooded, dirt/mud trails within Landen-Deerfield Park, with elevation changes of up to 50 feet, with two calf-deep creek crossings.  It’s fun, fast and a great way to support Deerfield Parks, with all proceeds benefiting our park system. Registration information and additional details will be available soon. For updated information, visit www.RunningTime.net.

March 13  - Lowe's Build & Grow Clinic - Tabletop Basketball Goal - 10am - FREE. Please pre-register.

March 13 - Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park - www.cincyplay.com.  Rosenthal Next Generation Theatre Series:"The Stinky Cheese Man". Saturday mornings at either 10:30 am or 1:00 pm (1pm shows are signed).  Tickets are only $5.00 for kid's (4-18) and $6.00 for adults and parking is free. 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1593, Box office ph: 513-421-3888.

March 13 - Health Fair - 10am-2pm - Many free health screenings (blood pressure, bone density, lung functioning, body mass index, and more). Ralph J. Stolle Countryside YMCA - 1699 Lebanon Road, Lebanon. Call Julie Hensley for more information (513) 934-3850.

March 13 - Shamrock Shuffle - Community 5K & 10K Race with a Leprechaun Lap, Breakfast & Block Party - Pre-regsiter by March 7 at www.wclfourndation.com. Block party begins at 7:30am, race at 8:30am, b-fast at 9am, Leprechaun Lap 9:45am  - The Square at Union Centre, West Chester.

March 13-14 - Passport to the World - Cincinnati Museum Culture Center - Celtic Lands Culture Fest - FREE - Noon-5pm - Food, music, dancing, crafts and more. Admission to museum is extra. (513) 287-7000.

March 14 - Diva's Day Out, "Girls Just Want to Have Sun"  - A fundraiser to support Hannah's Treasure Chest. Noon-3:30pm. For girls ages 8 and up. They'll enjoy a lunch, silent auction and more. Proceeds benefit local families in need in the Miami Valley. Call (937) 438-5039 or email divas@hannahstreasure.org.

March 14 - Pathways Concert Series - Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Magnifique! 3pm - 90 minute program, $5/kids and $10/adults. Call (513) 381-3300 for more information or visit cincinnatisymphony.org. 

March 14 - FREE Jazz, Coffee & Conversation - 6-8pm - Tylersville Road Christian Church - 6771 Tylersville Rd.

March 15 & April 19 - Sprouts Institute - Tiny Tunes - Cincinnati Museum Terminal - 1-1:45pm - Interactive family workshop for infants to 6 years old. $5/members, $7/non-members plus museum admission. 1301 Western Ave. (513) 287-7021.

March 16 - Story Time - Barnes & Noble - 10:30-11:00am - FREE - 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason, Ohio. (513) 683-5599.

Mach 16 - Montessori Discovery Days - 9am - Tour the Montessori Academy of Cincinnati (8293 Duke Blvd, Mason) and the The Child's Place Montessori School (4936 Old Irwin-Simpson Rd, Mason). See the classrooms first hand. Call (513) 398-6928 for more information.

March 16  - Half Pint Kids Club – Potato Stamping - 10:00 a.m. Cost: FREE. Half Pints age 3-8 are invited with a caregiver to explore and try new foods or a craft in a fun environment.  Join us in the café for this craft project.  Today we’ll make traditional Irish potato stamps and create mini masterpieces! Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 16th - Whole Foods Market Deerfield - Gluten Free Store Tour - 7:00 p.m. Cost: FREE. Join us for an informational and fun store tour while sampling Wheat/Gluten free foods from our departments. Whether you have Celiac Disease, a wheat sensitivity, or just trying to avoid wheat & gluten, we'll have delicious foods for you to sample.  Tour meets at the Customer Service desk.

March 17 - Happy St. Patricks' Day!

March 17 - Lucky St. Patrick's Day Jump - Pump-It-Up - West Chester - 4-7pm - $10/child. 2 hours of fun jumping, playing and running and 1 hour of crafts and pizza.  Wear green socks or green shirt and get in for only $8. Call 513-829-PUMP to reserve your place. 

March 17 - Cooking Class – Kids Can Cook – Quick & Easy Snacks
7:00 p.m. Cost: FREE. It’s 3:30, dinner is 2 hours away and the kids are searching for snacks.  This class will be filled with great recipes that the kids will love, and food you’ll love giving them.  In this demonstration class, we’ll have delicious bites and the recipes for you to take home. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 17-20 - Beauty & the Beast - Miami University Hamilton - Parish Auditorium. Presented by the Hamilton Rotary Club. Tickets are $15/person. Click here for ticket info.

March 18 - Story Time - Barnes & Noble - 10:30-11:00am - FREE - 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason, Ohio. (513) 683-5599.

March 19 - Uncorked! A Food & Wine Experience - 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cost:  $5.00. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 20 - Healthy Eating Recipe Contest - 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cost:  FREE. Join us as our Teams prepare their finest creations and have some fun, in-house competition!  YOU GET TO BE THE JUDGE as you tour the store and sample each team's recipes.   Join the fun and vote for your favorite dish.  Lots of tasty samples and recipe cards for all your favorites! Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 20 - LifeChurch AND YOUR FAMILY presents: The Easter Experience: an interactive drama for the whole family. 10am-12pm. Experience Easter like you never have before by participating in the live excitement. Children and their families are invited take part in the Easter fun! Arts, crafts and treats provided.LifeChurch West Chester   8480 Cincinnati-Columbus Road   Registration suggested  (513) 777-4771.

March 20 - Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park - www.cincyplay.com.  Rosenthal Next Generation Theatre Series:"An Asian Occasion of Storytelling". Saturday mornings at either 10:30 am or 1:00 pm (1pm shows are signed).  Tickets are only $5.00 for kid's (4-18) and $6.00 for adults and parking is free. 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1593, Box office ph: 513-421-3888.

March 20 - National Youth Sports Day - Mason Municipal Center - 8:30am-1pm - See keynote speaker, Anthony Munoz, at 10am. Many sports related booths will be on site (Cincinnati Reds, Skyhawks Youth Sports, Kings Island Golf Center, etc). Register by calling (513) 229-8555 or email lslusser@masonoh.org.

March 20 - Yo Gabba Gabba Live - There's A Party in My City - 2pm & 5pm - Aronoff Center for the Arts - Downtown - Tickets $25-35. 650 Walnut St.

March 22 & 29 -"LEGO NXT Robot Basics" - iDiscover Program - "Build and program the NeXT generation of LEGO Mindstorm robots. During Session 1, you will build an NXT robot and begin basic programming.  During Session 2, build and use a variety of sensors to "teach" the robot to "think" as it responds to its environment. $15 (2-week session) for ages 12-14. 4:30 - 6:00 PM. Get details. Call 513-612-5786 to register. 

March 23 - Half Pint Kids Club – Natural Egg Dyeing. 10:00 a.m.
Cost: FREE. Half Pints age 3-8 are invited with a caregiver to explore and try new foods or a craft in a fun environment.  Join us in the café for this fun craft project.  Today we will experiment with different natural egg dyes. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.
 

March 25 - Story Time - Barnes & Noble - 10:30-11:00am - FREE - 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason, Ohio. (513) 683-5599.

March 25 - For the Love of Kids Seminar - Girl World Tour - Hear Rosalind Wiseman author of "Queen Bees and Wannabees". 6:30 pm - Cintas Center at Xavier University. Tickets are $50 for each mother/daughter pair (girls ages 8-14 and $25 for additional guest). This includes admission, copies of her books, a gift bag, magazine subscription and refreshments. Please register at www.fortheloveofkids.org or call (513) 233-4374.

March 25 - Mom’s Night Out  - 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cost: FREE
Mom's Night Out is an opportunity for local mothers to get together without the kids to socialize, relax, and be pampered.  We know it’s hard being a mom - you deserve a break! Great food, goodies, giveaways & drinks – what could be better!  Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131.Deerfield location.

March 25 - The Ohio University Singing Men of Ohio - Go Bobcats (yes, I'm biased). 7pm - FREE - Christ's Church at Mason. Sponsored by the Mason-Deerfield Arts Alliance. 5165 Western Row Rd.

March 25 - Ladies Night! - $5 donation gets you access to 7 vendors, drinks and food, door prizes and a silent auction!  Proceeds to benefit Pooh's Corner Preschool with bringing their playground up to code. 7:00 PM at the residence of Christy Corder.  5739 Running Fox Ln in Mason.  RSVP to Christy at ccorder@nickcorder.com.

March 26 - Uncorked! A Food & Wine Experience - 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Cost:  $5.00. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.

March 26 - Cincinnati Commandos - 7:30pm - See Cincinnati's newest indoor football team play at the Cincinnati Gardens. 2250 Seymour Ave. For tickets ($12-17/adults and $10/kids & $7/ages 10 and under). Call (513) 351-3999 or visit cincinnaticommandos.com. Parking is free. 

March 26 - Playhouse Disney Live! On Tour - US Bank Arena - Tickets $17 to $40. Call 1-800-745-3000 or log onto www.playhousedisneylive.com.

March 26 - Remarkable Families Symposium - Xavier University - "If you are in education, nursing, social work or any helping profession this symposium will be worth your time. The Remarkable Families Symposium brings together agencies and businesses together with families who are raising children with special needs for a day of workshops, speakers, networking and inspiration. Jonathan Mooney will be the keynote speaker. There is also a film festival during the day." (from website). Registration is $75/person or on day of event $90. Call (513) 745-3703 for more information. 

March 26 - Grand Opening Celebration - THE WEB extreme entertainment - 6-11pm - All ticket proceeds benefit the Anthony Munoz Foundation.  Enjoy all the attractions for only $25/ages 10 and up and $15/9 and under.  See more about THE WEB on Family Friendly Cincinnati.

March 6 - Savor the Flavors Tasting - 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.Cost:  FREE. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location. 

March 27 - Easter Egg Hunt - Heritage Oak Park, Mason - Noon - FREE - Kids are grouped by age and get to do a fun egg hunt. Bring your own basket and meet the Easter Bunny.

March 27 - Cerebral Palsy Expo - 9am-3pm at Christ's Church at Mason - FREE. 5165 Western Row Rd. Mason. 

March 27  - Lowe's Build & Grown Clinic - Kaleidoscope - Tabletop Basketball Goal - 10am - FREE. Please pre-register.

March 27-28 - 33 Mini Marathon & Heart Walk -  See website for complete details but they have a kids fun run at Duke Energy Convention Center on March 27 at Noon as well as the TriHealth & Fitness Expo from 10am-5pm.  The other walks/runs are on March 28 starting at 8am until 12:15pm. Packet pick up and registration at Tower Place Mall, downtown.

March 30 - Story Time - Barnes & Noble - 10:30-11:00am - FREE - 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason, Ohio. (513) 683-5599.

March 30 - Magic & Science - Math & Science Night - 5:30-8pm at Mason Intermediate School - FREE for kids in 2nd through 5th grade. 

March 30 - Half Pint Kids Club – April Fool’s Treat - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: FREE. Half Pints age 3-8 are invited with a caregiver to explore and try new foods or a craft in a fun environment.  Join us in the café for this fun food treat.  Today we will make Sushi – the candy version!  Trick your family with this yummy treat. Please RSVP to Paula Mangold, (513) 459-6131. Deerfield location.
 

March 30 - 5% Day benefitting: Mason Parks & Recreation Foundation
Do your shopping today and help a great organization!  Whole Foods Market® is teaming up with the Mason Parks & Recreation Foundation to raise funds for the construction of Common Ground, an all-inclusive playground and park to serve the entire Cincinnati community. Thisplayground will go beyond the requirements set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act, and would be designed to address all levels ofdisabilities, such as autism, Down Syndrome, and hearing impairment (just to name a few). The park will be constructed on Route 42 in Mason just south of the post office.

Ongoing Events

Barnes & Noble Story Time -

• Thursday Morning Story Time -  11am - FREE - for your pre-K child and older. Themes vary weekly. 7800 Montgomery Rd. 513-794-9320.
• Thursday Morning Story Time - 10:30am - FREE - 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Mason, Ohio. (513) 683-5599.

Betts House - See our historic sites page for info on some family-friendly programs offered.

Biokoto Drum & Dance Class - FREE - every Sat at 10am or 11:15am for drum class and 11:15am for dance. More info at 513-221-6112 or www.bi-okoto.com. New location 7030 Reading Rd, Suite 662.

Blue Manatee Story Times - Every Wed. at 10:30am hear a story with Miss Gail.  See bluemanateebooks.com for story themes.  3054 Madison Rd., Oakley. FREE

Cincinnati Art Museum - FREE - 953 Eden Park Dr., www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

• Family Artventures - Sat. at 1:00pm and Sundays at 3pm - tour CAM with a docent with touchable objects and ARTSTOPS.
  
• Public Tours - Tuesdays - Fridays at 1pm, Saturdays at 1pm & 2pm an Sundays at 1pm, 2pm & 3pm - FREE - docent led tours - meet in the main lobby.
• See their calendar of events.
  

Cincinnati Observatory Center - On the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month (1-4pm) get an expanded tour of the historical Observatory Center.  $2 donation is appreciated. Call 513-321-5186 for more information. 3489 Observatory Place, Hyde Park.

EnterTRAINment Junction - Everything Thomas - Feb. 1-28. Admission is only $12.99/person (not valid with any other offers or discounts).

Fountain Square Ice Rink - Opens Nov. 26 through Feb. 22. Enjoy skating on the square. 

Hamilton County Park System - Enjoy many FREE activities with this awesome park system. 

Mason Public Library - Story Times - FREE - 200 Reading Rd., Mason, Ohio. 513-398-2711. See their website to double check story times.

• Toddler time - Tuesdays - 10:10am & 10:40am - for 2's and early 3's
• Bouncy Time - Tuesdays at 11:10am (for ages 6-23 months)
• Story Time for All - Wed at 1:30-2:00pm (best for ages 3-7 years)
• Story Time for All - Fridays at 10:15-10:45am (best for ages 3-7 years)

Mt. Washington Artworks - Second Saturday Art - cincinnatiartclasses.com - 11am-3pm - FREE for all ages - On the second Sat. of the month, head to Anderson Twp for a FREE art class - create art and enjoy refreshments and see an art class. Mt. Washington ArtWorks - 6450 Sherman Ave., Anderson Twp., Ohio. 513-232-3738.

Paint-N-Play - Kids' Story Time - Every third Thursday of the month from 11am-Noon and 1-2pm.  Discount on studio fees.  7556 Voice of America Drive, West Chester, Ohio. 513-759-9400.

Pump-it-Up - Pop-In-Playtime For Preschoolers - Every Tues. & Friday from 10:30am-Noon.  Kids (ages 2-6) can jump and play with their parents.  Parents are always FREE, $7/child. (513) 829-7867. 7724 Service Center Dr., West Chester. Also listed in Energy Busters/Inflatables.

Pump-it-Up - Pop-In-Playtime For Elementary - Every Mon. & Wed.  from 4-5:30pm.  Kids (ages 2-6) can jump and play with their parents.  Parents are always FREE, $8/child. (513) 829-7867. 7724 Service Center Dr., West Chester. Also listed in Energy Busters/Inflatables.

Run-Jump-N-Play - Open Play is 10am-Noon on Tuesdays & Wednesdays and Fridays and 5:30-7:30pm on Thursdays. 8481 Duke Blvd., Mason. 513-701-7529.Also listed in Energy Busters/Inflatables. Double check website for open play dates since subject to change.

Skating/Skiing/Sledding (Tubing too) - see more by clicking here.

• Skatetown USA - Tiny Tot Roll & Stroll - Every Wed. morning from 9:30-11am, kids (ages 6 and under) and their caregivers can enjoy roller skating.  They'll receive a mini skate lesson and admission and skate rental are included (only $5/child) and free admission for parents (skate rental extra).  See more about Skatetown USA on Associated Content or call (513) 874-9855 to register.

• Fun Factory Roller Skating - All You Can Eat Pizza & Skating - Every Sunday from Noon-2:30pm, 3-5:30pm, or 6-9pm. 1631 Sherman Ave. (513) 631-1311.

• P&G Family Skate  - Noon-6pm on Sundays until Feb. 21 - Free skating for ages 12 & under ($2.50 skate rental). Downtown.  Visit www.myfountainsquare.com for more info.
  

Salvation Army Open Gym - FREE - Open daily, 9:30am-12:30pm with fun for kids including rides, toys, games.  Free lunch and drink also provided. 235 Ludlow St. Hamilton. 513-863-1445.

Taft Museum of Art - Free admission every Wednesday.  Note: On May 9, the free day changes to Sunday. Regular admission on other days is $8/adults and $6/students and seniors.  FREE for kids under 18.

Whole Foods Market -

 APRIL 

April 2 - The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi -Presented by the Calico Children's Theatre - 9:45am - great for kids grades K-3. Call 513-558-1215 for more information.

April 3 - Easter Egg Hunt - Cottell Park - Deerfield Township - 11am - FREE - Separate age groups for hunts and a chance to see the Easter Bunny. 5847 Irwin Simpson Rd.

April 3 - Bigg's Easter Egg Hunt -  FREE - Fountain Square - 11am - Kids divided into 3 age groups for a fun hunt on the square.

April 3 - Deerfield Township Easter Egg Hunt - FREE - 11 am - Cottell Park - Egg hunts divided by age groups (4 & under, 5-6, 7-8 & 9-12). The Easter Bunny will make a guest appearance. 5847 Irwin-Simpson Rd.

April 7 - Precious Harvest Child Center - Open House & Registration for 2010/2011
5 pm – 7 pm - Register for next year and tour the new facility! 8480 Cincinnati-Columbus Road, West Chester 45069 (513) 777-4774.

April 8-25 - Mary Poppins - Aronoff Center - Call 800-982-2787 for tickets. Part of the Broadway Across America Series.

April 10  - Lowe's Build & Grow Clinic - Mini Baseball - 10am - FREE. Please pre-register.

April 10  - Cincinnati Commandos - 7:30pm - See Cincinnati's newest indoor football team play at the Cincinnati Gardens. 2250 Seymour Ave. For tickets ($12-17/adults and $10/kids & $7/ages 10 and under). Call (513) 351-3999 or visit cincinnaticommandos.com. Parking is free.

April 11 - Sprouts Institute - Music with Miss Joanie - Cincinnati Museum Terminal - 1-1:45pm - Interactive family workshop for infants to 6 years old. $5/members, $7/non-members plus museum admission. 1301 Western Ave. (513) 287-7021. 

April 15 - Sprouts Institute - Songs & Stories - Cincinnati Museum Terminal - 10-10:45am - Interactive family workshop for infants to 6 years old. $5/members, $7/non-members plus museum admission. 1301 Western Ave. (513) 287-7021.

April 16 - Bowl for Mason - Come support the Mason Schools at this fun parent bowling night - 8:30-Midnight.  Registration Details. Crossgate Lanes. 4230 Hunt Road.

April 16-28 - The Children's Theatre - www.thechildrenstheatre.com. 2106 Florence Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (513-569-8080). Tom Sawyer, A River Adventure.

April 24 - Cincinnati Commandos - 7:30pm - See Cincinnati's newest indoor football team play at the Cincinnati Gardens. 2250 Seymour Ave. For tickets ($12-17/adults and $10/kids & $7/ages 10 and under). Call (513) 351-3999 or visit cincinnaticommandos.com. Parking is free.

April 24-25 - Passport to the World - Cincinnati Museum Culture Center - Asian Culture Fest - FREE - Noon-5pm - Food, music, dancing, crafts and more. Admission to museum is extra. (513) 287-7000. 

April 24-25 - Cincinnati Flower Show - Children's Small Wonders Weekend -  Symmes Township Park - Lots of great family activities - plant a toy gaden, make & bake and apple pie (eat it too), pot flowers, meet farm animals, and more. Kids are $2. www.cincyflowershow.com.

April 25 - Pathways Concert Series - Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra - Roman Holiday.  3pm - 90 minute program, $5/kids and $10/adults. Call (513) 381-3300 for more information or visit cincinnatisymphony.org.