NKY EVENTS VALERIE JUNE May 1 Singer-songwriter Valerie June will mix Americana, alternative, roots, folk, soul and more during a show at the Southgate House Revival. 8 p.m. $30-$35. Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. 859-431-2201, southgatehouse.com.
PARTY ON THE PURPLE May 1-Aug. 7 Party on the Purple returns to the Purple People Bridge for another summer of fun. In addition to live music, food trucks and beverages, attendees can take part in the party’s themed nights. Upcoming themes include Kentucky Derby Night on May 1, ‘80s Night on May 8 and Dog Night on May 29. Wednesday evenings, 6-10:30 p.m. Free. Purple People Bridge. cincinnatifestivalsandevents.com.
JUSTIN MOORE & FRIENDS
DANNY CLINCH
May 3 Country star Justin Moore, known for songs like “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away” and “Small Town USA,” performs with Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin and Collin Raye at BB&T Arena. 7 p.m. $30.75-$59.75. BB&T Arena, Northern Kentucky University, 500 Louie B. Nunn Drive, Highland Heights. 859-442-2652, thebbtarena.com.
KEN LUDWIG’S BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY May 3-18 The Falcon Theatre brings the fun with this comedic take on Sherlock Holmes. In this play, the male heirs of the Baskerville line are being killed off. It’s up to Holmes and Watson to solve the case before the newest heir dies, too. 8 p.m. F-Sa $25 adults, $15 students. Th $20 adults, $10 students. Falcon Theatre, 636 Monmouth St., Newport. 513-479-6783, falcontheater.net.
DERBY DAY PARTY May 4 Celebrate this quintessential Kentucky event in style. While watching the race at Hotel Covington, guests will be able to try street-style food and participate in a hat contest. 2-8 p.m. Hotel Covington, 638 Madison Ave., Covington. 859-905-6600, hotelcovington.com.
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THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH May 8 Kristian Matsson, who performs under the name The Tallest Man on Earth, will play songs from his first new album in four years, I Love You. It’s a Fever Dream. 9 p.m. $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Madison Theater, 730 Madison Ave., Covington. 859-491-2444, madisontheateronline.com.
FLORENCE FREEDOM OPENING DAY May 9 Minor League baseball team Florence Freedom kicks off its 2019 season with a game against the Lake Erie Crushers. 7:05 p.m. $5-$16. UC Health Stadium, 7950 Freedom Way, Florence. 859-594-4487, florencefreedom.com.
RUBY BOOTS May 10 Australian singer-songwriter Ruby Boots brings her own style to country and Americana music with a show at the Southgate House. 9 p.m. $13 in advance, $15 at the door. Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. 859-431-2201, southgatehouse.com.
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Spring Classic Driving Tour VII
2019 NKY Business Hall of Fame
Scenic Driving Tour featuring the most picturesque roads in Southern Ohio, visit an Amish Market, historical points, and more as we tour Clermont, Brown and Adams Counties. The drive Benefits a number of charities, support the cause that speaks to you. Open to all roadworthy, licensed and insured vehicles; drive your “everyday car” with the Classic, Collector and Specialty vehicles
In celebration of Northern Kentucky’s heritage of business accomplishments, NKY Magazine, in partnership with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, presents the fifth annual Northern Kentucky Business Hall of Fame to recognize the rich tradition of success and civic involvement in the region’s business community.
Apr. 27th, Spring Classic Driving Tour VII
May 2nd, Newport Syndicate
Mimosas for Memories 2019
2019 Cincy Chic Women’s Health Expo
A brunch time event with FREE mimosa bar, light bites from local eateries, music, a photo booth, silent auction, GELATO tastin and MORE in the beautiful Greenwich House Gallery in historic O’bryonville in Cincinnati, OH. All proceeds to benefit Alzheimer’s in Cincinnati
Ladies! Join us for a FREE, fun and informative event that’s all about helping you live your best life! Enjoy complimentary swag bags, healthy treats, interactive demos and workouts, screenings, fun photobooth, and 40+ pop-up shops, local health experts and services!
Apr. 27th, The Greenwich House Gallery
New Richmond Motor Show
Apr. 27th, New Richmond’s Historic Waterfront
Motor Show featuring classic, custom and collector cars and motorcycles to benefit a variety of charities. Supported by numerous regional car, truck and bike clubs each benefitting a charity of their choosing. The final stop on the Spring Classic Driving Tour.
May 18th, The Phoenix
2019 Best of NKY
May 30th, Newport Syndicate The Best of the NKY is a celebration and competition between the top establishments from Northern Kentucky. The event will feature booths hosted by participating NKY finalists from categories including food, retail, and service organizations.
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NKY EVENTS
SPROUTS & STOUTS
VIVA VIVALDI
May 10-11 Started more than 15 years ago as a plant sale, Sprouts & Stouts has grown into a two-day event that aims to bring the community together. On Friday, attendees can shop the annual plant sale. On Saturday, six bands will play live music while guests shop plants and enjoy the food and beer. F 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sa Noon-11 p.m. Trinity Episcopal Church, 326 Madison Ave., Covington. 859-431-1786, sproutsandstouts.com.
May 11 The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra ends its season with a bang. The KSO will perform both inside and outside during a show that celebrates the seasons. 8 p.m. $19-$35. St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, 1140 Madison Ave., Covington. 859-431-6216, kyso.org.
ALICE PEACOCK May 11 American folk singer Alice Peacock, whose songs have been featured in both television shows and movies, brings songs from her six albums to the Southgate House. 7 p.m. $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. 859-431-2201, southgatehouse.com.
WILL KIMBROUGH May 24 Nashville-based singer-songwriter Will Kimbrough will play songs from his many collaborations and solo albums in Newport this night. 7:30 p.m. $22 in
advance, $25 at the door. Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. 859-4312201, southgatehouse.com.
WE ARE MONSTERS June 1 There’s more to monsters than what meets the eye in the Carnegie Students All-Stars’ production of We Are Monsters. Make sure to stay after the show—The Carnegie will be hosting activities for monsters of all ages to keep the fun going. 2 p.m. $16 activities and show, $10 show only. The Carnegie, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington. 859-957-1940, thecarnegie.com.
ART IN THE GARDEN June 1 Augusta’s annual Art in the Garden brings more than 4,000 people to the small town to explore the community’s beautiful gardens while viewing art created by over 60 local and regional artists. The all-day event also features many food vendors, a children’s area and live entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Riverside Drive, Augusta. augustaartguild.com.
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June 1 Get out of the house and explore Big Bone Lick State Historic Site this National Trails Day. The park will be offering two special hikes: the Bison Trace and Cedar Run Trail Mosaic Hike at 9:30 a.m., which takes hikers past the bison herd and through the forest; and the Big Bone Hydro-Hike at 1 p.m., which takes hikers through the creek bed. At 3 p.m., visitors can make their own hiking stick from a tobacco stick. Sticks can be purchased for $5 each, and they can be personalized with paint, feathers and more. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, 3380 Beaver Road, Union. parks.ky.gov/ parks/historicsites/big-bone-lick/.
TASTE OF NEWPORT June 2 Newport restaurants will be providing samples of their cuisine during this celebration of Newport dining. The event will also feature live entertain-
ment and sidewalk sales. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monmouth Street between Sixth and Ninth streets, Newport. 859-292-3666, newportky.gov.
NEWPORT ITALIANFEST
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June 13-16 More than 100,000 people attend Newport Italianfest each year, and it’s easy to see why. The four-day event features plenty of Italian food, live Italian music, a golf outing, cooking contest, rides and more. Th 5-11 p.m., F 5-11:30 p.m., Sa 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Su noon-9 p.m. Newport Riverfront. facebook.com/ Newport-Italianfest-1475432686045394/.
DARRELL SCOTT June 21 Darrell Scott, an American singersongwriter and multi-instrumentalist, will be joined by Malcolm Holcombe for a country-filled show at the Southgate House. 8 p.m. $25 general seating, $35 first five rows. Southgate House Revival, 111 E. Sixth St., Newport. 859-4312201, southgatehouse.com.
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NATIONAL TRAILS DAY AT BIG BONE LICK
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