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In Bloom

April 1–30, Cincinnati

Awave of color crashes across the grounds of the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden each April as a multitude of spring flowers begin to bloom. The monthlong Zoo Blooms event, which is included with regular admission, features over 100,000 tulips as well as more than 1 million daffodils, hyacinths, flowering trees, shrubs and more. Varieties of red and yellow tulips appear first, followed by the main bloom in a spectrum of different colors. 3400 Vine St., Cincinnati 44520, 513/281-4700, cincinnatizoo.org

COURTESY OF CINCINNATI ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDEN Character Study: Artist Jim Steranko has depicted many heroes, from Captain America to The Shadow. An exhibition of his works opens March 13 in Youngstown. Calendar of Events: Your spring plans start here. Check out our guide to exhibitions, shows and other happenings scheduled between now and the end of April.

music Cynthia Erivo and the Cincinnati Pops

March 29: Cincinnati

From the Broadway stage to Music Hall, experience the powerful and soul-stirring vocals of Cynthia Erivo. The Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer joins conductor John Morris Russell and the Cincinnati Pops. cincinnati symphony.org

music Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea

April 24: Athens This live show features seasoned legends and emerging stars alike, in genres ranging from folk and blues to indie rock and beyond. Each show is recorded live, distributed by NPR Music and heard each week by listeners around the world. ohio.edu/ performingarts

exhibit

Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes

Through May 30: Columbus, cosi.org

In one section of “Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes,” wardrobe pieces worn by Vision and Wanda in the 2021 Disney+ series “Wandavision” are juxtaposed with the cover of Vision’s first comic book appearance in Avengers #57 in 1968. These moments of connection are plentiful throughout the exhibition, which is on display at COSI in Columbus through May 30. It provides fans the chance to see iconic pieces from some of their favorite superhero films while also learning about their favorite characters’ roots through seeing the original art boards for Marvel comic books.

Three scholars of comics — university professors Benjamin Saunders, Matthew J. Smith and Randy Duncan — curated the exhibition, which features more than 300 artifacts, from original art to authentic costumes and props from films and series featuring Marvel characters. Saunders, the exhibition’s chief curator and a professor at the University of Oregon, says the goal was to have a balance between the comic pages and the on-screen artifacts. Costumes and props on display include pieces from films featuring Black Panther, Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange and others.

“In every room, I wanted a sense of ‘Here is what you might have seen in a movie scene, but here is a key drawing from 1966,’” he says.

Private collectors loaned much of the original artwork featured in the exhibition. It is an element Saunders is proud of and one that he says he believes sets this exhibition apart from ones that have previously been assembled.

“There have been other Marvel-related museum experiences before,” he explains, “but no one has gone to the trouble or effort to track down original art like we have.”

When finding the artwork, exhibition curators had to determine what survived, who owned it and then find out if they were willing to lend it. While planning the exhibition, Saunders says he kept wanting to return people to the idea of works on paper.

“I love the fact that the incredibly powerful reach of this fantasy material starts with an individual working with a pencil,” he says. “I think that is miraculous and fantastical all by itself.” — Charity Ervin

exhibit

Living Legacies: Art of the African American South

Through May 1: Toledo Explore 24 works by African American artists from the southern United States. Pieces range from large-scale assemblages and mixed-media sculptures to paintings, textiles and works on paper. Among the represented artists are several generations of women quilt-makers, including Estelle Witherspoon, one of the founders of the Freedom Quilting Bee. The exhibition presents works acquired in the last two years from the Souls Grown Deep Foundation and celebrates the featured artists’ contributions to a broader understanding of 20th-century American art. toledomuseum.org

Jim Steranko’s painting for 1978’s Unseen Shadows

ChARACtER STuDy

Artist Jim Steranko has depicted many heroes during his career, from Captain America to The Shadow. An exhibition of his works opens this month at The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown. By Vince Guerrieri

im Steranko’s work has a cinematic quality — as does his life. He grew up poor in Pennsylvania coal country, but his various careers have taken him to dizzying heights. As a musician, he was friends with Bill Haley and the Comets, but he is best known as a legendary artist for Marvel Comics as it rose in prominence during the art form’s Silver Age and after.

He worked on Captain America and helped develop the identity of Nick Fury, who evolved from a hard-bitten World War II commando to the head of the super-spy network S.H.I.E.L.D. Today, Steranko is still surprised at the ubiquity and popularity of Marvel comics, TV shows and movies.

“I don’t think anyone — not even Stan Lee or Jack Kirby — could have predicted how massive the franchise could have become,” he says.

Steranko will have his first major solo, all-paintings exhibition March 13 through May 29 at The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown. (A meet-the-artist event is scheduled for April 9.) “Steranko and the American Hero” will feature more than 60 of his works. In addition to Marvel characters, he’ll show his interpretation of Sherlock Holmes (“I know he’s English,” Steranko concedes. “We adopted him.”), The Shadow (he made covers for the reissue of some of the original pulp paperbacks in the 1970s) and others.

“I wanted to show a range,” he says. “From Western book covers to science fiction a million years in the future.”

Many of the fictional characters Steranko painted over the years were, at one point or another, in the movies, and a conversation with him is peppered with how he’s met many of the actors who brought them to life at one time or another. He bought Johnny Weissmuller a drink and convinced him to do the Tarzan yell in a bar in Arizona. He met Clayton Moore, who portrayed The Lone Ranger in the 1950s; Kirk Allyn, the first actor to play Superman; and 1960s Batman Adam West.

“You know how there are some movies where everything works together, and it’s like magic?” Steranko says. “That’s what I try to do in my painting. These characters have all had cinematic lives, and I try to capture that essence.”

524 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502, 330/743-1107, butlerart.com

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CALENDAR

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MARCH

Central

Festivals

MAR 3–6

Arnold Sports Festival

The Arnold Sports Festival returns to Columbus with 22,000 athletes from 80 countries competing in more than 80 events. Don’t miss the Arnold Classic, the Arnold Strongman Classic, Arnold Amateur Strongman World Championships and the Arnold Expo, which features entertainment and more than 1,000 booths with the latest in sports equipment, apparel and nutrition. Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St., Columbus, arnoldsportsfestival. com. Visit website for times and prices.

Museums + Exhibits

THRU APR 8

Quilt National ’21: The Best of Contemporary Quilts

Stop by the gallery during open hours to see “Quilt National ’21,” produced and circulated by the Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens, Ohio. Image Credit: Donalee Kennedy, “Reaching Out 8” (detail). Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery, 77 S. High St. Columbus, 614/644-9624. riffegallery. org. Wed.–Fri. noon–5 p.m. Free.

THRU APR 24

Hindsight: The Art of Looking Back

Ohio folk artists of the 1800s and 1900s, known as the memory painters, captured the simplicity of the earlier days in rural Ohio in unassuming lines and bold color palettes. This exhibition also includes three-dimensional “memory objects,” including photos. Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster, 740/681-1423. decartsohio.org. Wed.–Fri. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat.–Sun. 1–4 p.m. Free.

THRU MAY 30

SPOKE: The Visual Poetry and Environmental Art of Olga Ziemska

Explore work by Olga Ziemska, a visual poetry artist creating environmental artworks influenced by language. Her pieces represent the connection between poetry, language, nature and art and the human experience. Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/715-8000. fpconservatory.org. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Visit website for prices.

MAR 4–26

Bryn Du Art Show

The Bryn Du Art Show is a national, juried exhibition held at the historic Bryn Du Mansion. Experience a variety of 2D and 3D visual artworks for viewing and sale. Visit bryndu.com for full event details. Bryn Du Mansion, 537 Jones Rd., Granville, 740/587-7053. bryndu.com. Tues.–Wed. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Thur. 4–8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. noon–4 p.m. Free.

Music + Theater

MAR 4–6

Carpe Diem String Quartet: Nothing Shines as Bright

Enjoy the sounds of Carpe Diem String Quartet’s Nothing Shines as Bright series, which visits Columbus’ First Community Church, Worthington United Methodist Church and First Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbus during March. Various venues, Columbus, 614/205-8160. carpediemstringquartet.com. Visit website for times. Adults $35, seniors $30, children $10.

MAR 26

Go For Baroque! Bach, Vivaldi & Telemann in Concert

This concert, performed by the Central Ohio Symphony ensemble and inspired by the musical experimentation and innovation of the baroque period, delights music aficionados young and old. Marion Palace Theatre’s May Pavilion, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 740/3832101. marionpalace.org. 2:30 p.m. Adults $15, students $5.

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MAR 29–APR 3

Pretty Woman: The Musical

With direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award-winner Jerry Mitchell, score by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance and book by Garry Marshall and J.F. Lawton, “Pretty Woman” packs a powerhouse punch. Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. capa.com. Visit website for times and prices.

Other Events

MAR 20

Easton’s First Day of Spring Pop-Up Flower Bar

Stop and smell the roses at Easton. Brought to you by Petals that Inspire, this pop-up bouquet bar lifts your spirits with fresh bouquets in three price ranges. Station Building at Easton Town Center, 160 Easton Town Center, Columbus, 614/416-7000. eastontowncenter.com. Noon–3 p.m. Free to attend, no purchase required.

Northeast

Festivals

MAR 1–31

Ice Wine Festival

Visit six wineries in the Grand River Valley — Debonné Vineyards, Ferrante Winery & Ristorante, Grand River Cellars Winery & Restaurant, Laurello Vineyards, Cask 307, South River Vineyards and Red Eagle Distillery — for ice wine samples paired with appetizers. Various venues, Madison, 440/298-9838. grandrivercellars.com. Noon–5 p.m. $7 per person at each stop.

MAR 12–20

Maple Sugar Days

On two weekends, dive into the sweet side of history and see how maple sap processing

has evolved through the 19th century. Outdoor demonstrations include tree tapping and a pioneer-style sugar camp as well as draft horse and historic trades demonstrations. Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, 330/666-3711. wrhs.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAR 30–APR 9

Cleveland International Film Festival

Experience an award-winning, northeast Ohio favorite as the international film festival takes place for the first time in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square: its new forever home. Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/6233456. clevelandfilm.org. Visit website for schedule, times and prices.

Museums + Exhibits

ONGOING

Cleveland Starts Here

Discover how a small wilderness town on the shore of Lake Erie became an industrial giant, the home of immigrants, a world-class center for arts, culture and education, and a world-renowned innovator in medicine and health care. This is a permanent exhibit, though artifacts on display may change as the exhibit is updated. Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216/721-5722. wrhs.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU MAR 27

More is More: Visual Richness in Contemporary Art

Detail-oriented art lovers can look no further than this rewarding observational exhibition prioritizing patterning, surfaces and details, as well as unexpected twists on historical techniques and styles. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron, 330/376-9186. akronartmuseum.org. Visit website for times. Adults $12, seniors $10, students $8, children free.

THRU APR 3

POP!

Beginning in the 1950s, the pop art movement challenged the tradition of fine art by incorporating imagery from popular culture, such as advertising, movies, comic books and everyday mass-produced objects. Op art, short for optical art, emerged in the 1960s and used geometric forms to create optical effects. Op art creates optical illusions, giving the impression of movement, swelling or warping, ranging in intensity from subtle to disorienting. This exhibition features American pop and op art pulled from museum’s collection and from lenders. Canton Museum of Art, 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton, 330/453-7666. cantonart.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU MAY 15

The 10,000 Things

An outdoor exhibition by Cleveland artist Jordan Wong, “The 10,000 Things” interweaves inspirations from traditional Chinese painting, Japanese manga and anime, video games and comic books with graphic design, iconographies and Wong’s philosophical musings. The work is metaphorical as much as it is referential, containing themes of perseverance, triumph, belonging and growth. Visitors are invited to enjoy Wong’s large-scale works throughout the Bud and Susie Rogers Garden. The artworks also serve as inspiration for Family Day events and self-guided scavenger hunts. Bud and Susie Rogers Garden, Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron, 330/376-9185. akronartmuseum.org. Visit website for times. Free.

THRU JUN 26

Currents and Constellations: Black Art in Focus

Explore art from the museum’s permanent collection in conversation with a vanguard of emerging and mid-career Black artists. Intimate in scale, yet broad in scope, this exhibition illuminates singular works created by Black artists working in the United States to broaden visitors’ sense of Black artistic production. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216/421-7350. clevelandart.org. Visit website for times. Free.

Music + Theater

MAR 5–27 Antigone

See an epic tragedy performed from a new perspective: a dystopian near-future, war-torn nation. As the struggle for peace and unity heightens, so do the stakes in this timeless tale. Outcalt Theatre, 1407 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/400-7000. clevelandplayhouse.com. Visit website for times. $25–$75.

MAR 19

The Sound of Music: In Concert with Mansfield Symphony

Performed live in concert with the Mansfield Symphony and featured vocalists, enjoy the Rodgers & Hammerstein show that became the world's most beloved musical. Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield, 419/522-2726. rentickets.org. 8 p.m. $15–$45.

MAR 20

Clint Black

Clint Black surged to superstardom from the beginning of his career, reaching No. 1 with five consecutive singles from his triple-platinum debut, “Killin’ Time.” He has sold over 20 million records, won a Grammy and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, 330/253-2488. akroncivic.com. 8 p.m. $40–$113.

Other Events

ONGOING

Open Mic Nights at Sonnets

Whether you go to participate or lend your ears, enjoy open mic night every Wednesday at Sonnets coffee and whiskey bar. Sign up begins at 6 p.m., and music starts at 7 p.m. Sonnets, 117 College St., Wadsworth, 330/336-5557. sonnetscoffee.com. 7 p.m. Free.

MAR 5–6

McKinley Stamp Club 91st Annual Stamp Show

Experience 18 stamp dealers buying and selling stamps, covers and postcards, and enjoy exhibits dedicated to the hobby. St. George Serbian Orthodox Social Hall, 4667 Applegrove St. NW, North Canton, 330/832-5992. mksc.webs.com. Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.

MAR 18–20

132nd Garfield Perry March Party

Experience Ohio’s largest stamp and postal history show from one of the oldest stamp clubs in the country. The event consists of approximately 60 dealers and 190 frames of exhibits on display. Best Western Plus, 15741 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, 440/657-0592. garfieldperry.org. 10 a.m.– 3 p.m. Free.

MAR 27

Gervasi Spirits Experience

Celebrate spring and experience a Gervasi Spirits pairing event. Enjoy three delightful cocktail demonstrations and tastings paired with savory bites in Gervasi Vineyard’s Villa Grande. Seating is in classroom-style rows and you will be next to other groups. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard. com. 2–3 p.m. $39 per ticket.

Northwest

Festivals

MAR 5

Glass City Wine Festival

With 17 participating wineries, 10 unique gift vendors and two food vendors, this annual event celebrates the comforts of life. Seagate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 419/255-3300. glasscitywinefestival.com. Noon. Visit website for prices.

Museums + Exhibits

ONGOING

National Museum of the Great Lakes

The Great Lakes are not only the most important natural resource in the world, but they also represent thousands of years of history. The National Museum of the Great Lakes tells the awe-inspiring stories of our Great Lakes through breathtaking photography, more than 300 incredible artifacts, a number of powerful audiovisual displays and 40 hands-on interactive exhibits including the 617-foot iron ore freighter

Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and the historic Museum Tug Ohio. National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo, 419/214-5000. nmgl.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU MAR 27

Chameleon Effects: Glass (Un)Defined

This exhibition brings together historical and contemporary works from the museum’s collection to explore the spectrum of technical and formal possibilities of glass. Looking at the relationship between glass, precious stones, metalwork, ceramics, photography and performance, “Chameleon Effects” demonstrates the history of glass’ interaction with other materials, while challenging traditional art historical categories of separate media and defined materials. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo, 419/255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU MAY 15

Living Legacies: Art of the African American South

View this landmark exhibition presenting the Toledo Museum of Art’s recent acquisitions of major works by Black artists from the southern United States. The exhibition, made up of 24 works, presents a combination of mixed media sculptures, large-scale assemblages, textiles and more. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo, 419/255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Visit website for times. Free.

Music + Theater

MAR 6

Family Concert: Outer Space Symphony

Travel to a new planet for the day with this intergalactic collaboration between the Lima Symphony Orchestra and the Armstrong Air and Space Museum. The event celebrates Neil Armstrong — Wapakoneta’s hometown hero — and teaches families about the outer reaches of our solar system through art. Veterans Memorial Civic Center, 7 Town Sq., Lima, 419/222-5701. limasymphony.com. 3 p.m. $10.

MAR 16

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Delight in huge projection photos and original film footage showcasing Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel’s dynamic friendship and humble beginning. A live band accompanies the display, playing the duo’s hits such as “Mrs. Robinson” and “Cecilia.” Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, 419/381-8851. americantheatreguild.com/toledo. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Other Events

ONGOING

Sandusky County Historic Barn Mural Trail

Take a drive through Sandusky County to enjoy the Historic Barn Mural Driving Trail, featuring murals painted by Scott Hagen, the “Barn Artist.” Driving maps are available at the visitors bureau or online. Various locations throughout the county, 712 North St., Fremont, 419/332-4470. sanduskycounty.org. Available year-round. Free.

Festivals

MAR 18–19

29th Annual River City Blues Festival

Sit back and jam at this blues-filled weekend, opening with “High Schools that Rock,” and including more soulful favorites like Terry & the Zydeco Bad Boys, Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials and Vanessa Collier. The Lafayette Hotel, 101 Front St., Marietta, 740/373-5522. bjfm.org/ blues-festival. Visit website for times and prices.

Museums + Exhibits

ONGOING

Ohio River Museum

Explore the story of the Ohio River and step aboard the W.P. Snyder Jr., the nation’s last intact steam-powered, stern-wheeled towboat. The museum consists of multiple exhibit buildings, including one chronicling the origins and natural history of the Ohio River. Another features the history of the steamboat on the Ohio River system. Ohio River Museum, 601 Front St., Marietta, 800/860-0145. campusmartiusmuseum. org/river. Visit website for times and prices.

ONGOING

Southern Ohio Museum

With thousands of treasures that offer insight into the history of our state, the Southern Ohio Museum has shared both ancient and contemporary regional art with visitors since 1979, from permanent collections such as “Art of the Ancients” to traveling exhibitions focusing on modern-day artists with roots here. Guests can gain a deeper understanding of southern Ohio’s Hopewell and Adena cultures by browsing 10,000 artifacts from the historic eras. Southern Ohio Museum, 825 Gallia St., Portsmouth, 740/354-5629. somacc.com. Tues.–Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 1–5 p.m. Voluntary donation $2, students and children 12 and under $1.

THRU MAR 27

The Van Gogh Effect

This exhibition of work by award-winning photographers Lynn Johnson and Patricia Lanza addresses Vincent van Gogh’s profound influence on contemporary perceptions of the world. Simultaneously contemplating and reaffirming Van Gogh’s resounding posthumous influence over art and culture of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, Johnson and Lanza offer insight into the artist’s uniquely sensitive lived experience of place and light. Kennedy Museum of Art, 100 Ridges Circle, Athens, 740/593-1304. ohio.edu/ museum. Visit website for times. Free.

Music + Theater

ONGOING

Live Music at Hocking Hills Winery

Visit Hocking Hills Winery for an evening of live music, wine and relaxing on Fridays and Saturdays. Bring your own food, call for a pizza delivery or just enjoy the music. Hocking Hills Winery, 30402 Freeman Ranch Rd., Logan, 740/385-7117. hockinghillswinery.com. Fri.–Sat. 6–9 p.m. Free. See Don Rigsby, Flashback, Rick Tincher and Jessica Anderson perform. The Pennyroyal Opera House is a bluegrass venue located in Fairview. Bluegrass shows were started here in late summer of 1995, and the venue continues to present top acts from the United States and Canada on select Friday evenings. Pennyroyal Opera House, 139 Fair Ave., Quaker City, 740/827-0957. pennyroyalbluegrass.com. Kitchen opens 5 p.m., show starts 7 p.m. $15.

MAR 5

Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers

This group is known for its bluegrass radio hits and highly energetic performances over the span of 15 years. See a legendary live show featuring songs from its latest all-gospel album, “Somewhere Beyond the Blue.” Stuart’s Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 740/7531924. stuartsoperahouse.org. 7–10 p.m. Reserved $23 advanced, $28 at door. Box seats $28 advanced, $33 at door.

MAR 18–26

ABC Players presents Sister Act

A feel-good musical comedy following the hit 1992 film, “Sister Act” deserves a whole lot of praise. See the convent come to life on stage as disco diva Deloris Van Cartier uses her talents to breathe new life into the church. Stuart’s Opera House, 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, 740/7531924. stuartsoperahouse.org. Visit website for times. Adults $12, children free.

MAR 19

Raleigh Ringers

Under the direction of David Harris, the Raleigh Ringers has become an internationally acclaimed handbell concert choir. The group is often featured on PBS broadcasts and is the country’s premier professional handbell ensemble. Secrest Auditorium, 334 Shinnick St., Zanesville, 740/588-0871. zanesvilleconcertassociation.org. 7:30 p.m. Adults $55, children free, season $65.

MAR 31

Blue Man Group

Join the Blue Men in a joyful experience featuring original music, custom-made instruments, surprise audience interaction and hilarious absurdity. Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, 47 E. Union St., Athens, 740/5931780. ohio.edu/performing-arts. 7:30 p.m. $35.

Other Events

ONGOING

Belmont County Explore More GeoTour

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friendly, beautiful Belmont County. Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS coordinates. Various venues in Belmont County, 67800 Mall Ring Rd. #485, St. Clairsville. Available all day. Free.

MAR 12

Maple Tapping Festival

Join Lancaster Parks and Recreation for a magnificent display of maple tapping, including a history display at the log cabin, demonstrations in the sugar shack, a nature center and maple syrup and kettle corn treats. Alley Park, 2805 Old Logan Rd., Lancaster, 740/687-6651. explorehockinghills.com. 8 a.m.–noon. Free, $5 for breakfast.

MAR 12–13

Maple Sugaring in the Hills

Savor the taste of the season while experts boil down local maple sap. Discover the unique processes used throughout history to make the tasty treat. Guests are welcome to take a guided informational hike along Old Man’s Cave’s upper trail and purchase local syrup and candies. Naturalist Cabin, 19852 St. Rte. 664 S., Logan, 740/385-6841. explorehockinghills.com. Noon–4 p.m. Free.

MAR 19

Flashback Dance

Relive your youth and dance the night away as DJ Jon Clark spins the vinyl to hits from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Hwy., Cambridge, 740/439-2238. facebook.com/downtowncambridgeohio. 7 p.m. $25.

MAR 24

Wildflowers and Waterfalls Hike

See the spring carpet of wildflowers and sparkling waterfalls that make up the Hocking Hills. As a group, explore the several species of wildflowers found in Ash Cave’s gorge. Ash Cave parking lot, 27291 St. Rte. 56, South Bloomingville, 740/385-6841. explorehockinghills.com. Visit website for times. Free.

Southwest

Museums + Exhibits

THRU MAY 1

In a New Light: Treasures from the Taft

Explore a broad range of eras, cultures and art forms. European decorative arts and Chinese porcelains dazzle the eye with intricate designs. American furniture features a stately elegance. European portraits and landscape paintings show off the mastery of great artists. Through select works, the exhibition reveals centuriesold social concerns such as the distribution of wealth, environmental destruction, and gender and racial inequality. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, 513/241-0343. taftmuseum. org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU MAY 15

Working Together: The Photographers of the Kamoinge Workshop

The first major museum exhibition about the Kamoinge Workshop explores the groundbreaking African American photographers’ collective founded in New York City in 1963. As the Civil Rights era and the Black arts movement developed, Kamoinge members met to share work, engage in conversation about their artistic goals and create exhibition spaces and publication platforms for Black photographers. This exhibition focuses on the workshop’s formative decades in the 1960s and 1970s. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park. Dr., Cincinnati, 513/721-2787. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU JUN 15

Radical Imagination

Enjoy this interactive exhibition that highlights artists’ imaginations taking them to new depths to portray the kind of world they want to live in. The exhibition highlights artwork from the permanent collection, showcasing colorful images from Nan Hass Feldman and a large-scale painting by Angelo Ippolito. Springfield Museum of Art, 107 Cliff Park Rd., Springfield, 937/3254673. springfieldart.net. Visit website for times. Adults $5, members and students free.

THRU AUG 28

Queens of the Heartland

Since the 1800s, Ohio was at the heart of social change led by Black women. Not only was it the first free state established from the Northwest Territory, but it was also home to some of the earliest universities for African Americans and women. Ohio drew Black women from across the country who found there wasn’t space for them in their chosen professions, in education or society at large, and so they built them here. “Queens of the Heartland” features 30 of these pioneering women and tells their stories through panel text as well as three-dimensional objects. National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center, 1350 Brush Row Rd., Wilberforce, 937/376-4944. ohiohistory.org/naamcc. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU SEPT 30

African Americans Fighting for a Double Victory

Explore the many ways African Americans served our country in the military and on the homefront during World War II through this exhibit of World War II materials. Discover the art of Charles Alston, commissioned by the Office of War Information to promote the war effort among African Americans, explore stories of the Tuskegee Airmen, the Red Ball Express, the Triple Nickels and Wilberforce-area veterans, and get a look at the impact World War II veterans had on the advances in civil rights that followed the war. National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center, 1350 Brush Row Rd., Wilberforce. ohiohistory.org/naamcc. Visit website for times and prices.

MAR 26–MAY 15

Accessible Expressions Ohio 2022

The second year of this program brings an adjudicated, diverse, statewide exhibition of artwork by Ohio artists with disabilities. The 2D and 3D works cover a wide array of subject matter. Springfield Museum of Art, 107 Cliff Park Rd., Springfield, 937/325-4673. springfieldart.net. Visit website for times and prices.

MAR 15–27

Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

See this electrifying new Broadway hit musical following The Temptations’ fantastic journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The story of brotherhood, loyalty, family and betrayal shines to the beat of the group’s treasured hits. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, 513/621-2787. cincinnatiarts.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAR 18–20

Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin

The Pops and conductor John Morris Russell join to pay R-E-S-P-E-C-T to legendary artist Aretha Franklin in this high-energy performance. Celebrate the life and music of the queen of soul. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, 513/6212787. cincinnatisymphony.org. Visit website for times. $25–$115.

Other Events

MAR 4

First Person Program Series: Belle Boyd

Listen to the stories of Belle Boyd, portrayed by She Dunn, as Boyd reminisces on her time as a messenger and spy during the Civil War. Enjoy dessert during the program. See Queen Victoria portrayed by Amy Liebert on March 18. Special pricing becomes available attending three or more programs in the series. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 7 p.m. Nonmembers $20, members $14.

MAR 11

Theodore Roosevelt: Reflections on the Office of the Presidency

Josef Otmar portrays Theodore Roosevelt, as he recalls adventures of his life as president. Enjoy dessert while listening to the program. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 7 p.m. Nonmembers $20, members $14.

MAR 19

Escape the Village

Take on a challenge from these two escaperoom adventures. In “Morgan’s Raiders of the Lost Art,” solve an art heist based on Gen. John Hunt Morgan and his men’s historic raid in July 1863. Follow the clues to discover where the priceless art is stashed. “Leaving the Station” takes place inside the Chester Park Train Station. This escape room adventure is based on the first train robbery in the United States which took place in North Bend, Ohio, on May 5, 1865. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillage cincinnati.org. Three time slots per room at noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. $25.

MAR 23

Period Dinner

Join the Heritage Village Museum for a period dinner and sample 19th-century cuisine. Education director Steve Preston prepares the meal and gives guests background into the history of

each dish. Call to reserve your seat. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 6–8 p.m. $35.

MAR 25

Mary Logan: Out of the Shadow

Llisten to the stories of Mary Logan, a devoted wife and force to be reckoned with in Washington, portrayed by Jessica Michna. Enjoy dessert while watching the program. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 7 p.m. Nonmembers $20, members $17.

APRIL

Central

Festivals

APR 14–16

Columbus Winter Beerfest

Columbus’ largest craft beer festival returns with more than 400 craft beers and cocktails as well as food from local restaurants and food trucks. Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N. High St., Columbus, columbusbeerfest.com. Visit website for times and prices.

Music + Theater

APR 1–2

Clue on Stage

Based on the classic film and popular board game, “Clue on Stage” is a comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Directed by Emily Yaksic and featuring a cast of local talent. Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 740/383-2101. marionpalace.org. 7:30 p.m. $22.

APR 8–10

Carpe Diem String Quartet: Joining Hands

Enjoy the sounds of Carpe Diem String Quartet's Joining Hands series with guest pianist Diego Caetano. The shows take place at multiple venues, including Columbus’ First Community Church, Worthington United Methodist Church and First Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbus during April. Various venues, Columbus, 614/205-8160. carpediemstringquartet.com. Visit website for times. Adults $35, seniors $30, children $10.

APR 8–10 Cinderella

light as BalletMet performs new choreography by Edwaard Lang, set to Prokofiev’s beautiful score. The magical and enduring folktale is sure to come to life in this world premiere adaptation. Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. balletmet.org. Visit website for times and prices.

APR 10

New Albany Symphony presents Messiah

Listen to the sweeping sounds of Handel’s “Messiah” performed by the New Albany Symphony Chorus under the direction of conductor Luis Biava. McCoy Center, 100 W. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany, 614/245-4701. mccoycenter.com. 3 p.m. $18–$26.

APR 23

Tony Danza: Standards & Stories

Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele numbers, Danza performs his hit cabaret show, accompanied by his talented four-piece band. Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 740/383-2101. marionpalace.org. 7:30 p.m. $32–$54.

APR 23

Trace Adkins

Enjoy time-honored hit singles by fiery and memorable Nashville icon Trace Adkins. With 11 million albums sold, the respected songwriter has always made deep connections with fans through his personal and autobiographical albums. Midland Theatre, 36 N. Park Place, Newark, 740/345-5483. midlandtheatre.org. 8 p.m. $50–$95.

Other Events

APR 1

Annual Chocolate Walk

Stroll through beautiful downtown Lancaster while enjoying a wide range of chocolate treats at more than 30 locations. Downtown, Lancaster, 740/277-6607. explorehockinghills. com. Visit website for times. Members $15, nonmembers $20.

Northeast

Music + Theater

APR 1–MAY 1

Meteor Shower by Steve Martin

Written by Steve Martin, this wild and crazy play pulls back the curtain on two married couples and the extreme transformation they experience when the sky is the limit. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216/521-

APR 7–MAY 1

Clue

Based on Hasbro’s beloved game, “Clue” starts on a dark and stormy night and leads six mysterious guests through the classic board with familiar findings like the lead pipe in the library. Expect a good laugh and infinite guesses until the final twist is revealed. Weathervane Playhouse, 1301 Weathevane Ln., Akron, 330/836-2626. weathervaneplayhouse.com. Visit website for times and prices.

APR 27

Concerts at Happy Days Lodge: Lauren Eylise

Tune in to Lauren Eylise’s soulful, singer-songwriter sound at this intimate concert in the heart of Ohio’s only national park. Her new song “Bad Choices” is a gritty and introspective jam. Happy Days Lodge, 500 W. Streetsboro St., Peninsula. conservancyforcvnp.org. 6 p.m. $20–$25.

APR 27

Motown with a Twist

Be enchanted by a dazzling night in the Motor City with a performance that will make the audience twist and shout. Featuring professionals from “Dancing With the Stars” with finalists from “American Idol,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” “The Voice” and “America’s Got Talent,” enjoy songs by Diana Ross & The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Jackson 5 and more. E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron, 330/253-2488. uakron.edu/ ej. 7:30 p.m. $28–$68.

APR 28–MAY 1

Tchaikovsky Favorites

Hear some of Tchaikovsky’s most beloved songs with “Romeo and Juliet Overture — Fantasia after Shakespeare,” “Variations on a Rococo Theme for Cello and Orchestra” and more. Mandel Concert Hall, 1101 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/231-7000. clevelandorchestra.com. Visit website for times. $21–$91.

APR 30–MAY 1

Wizard of Oz presented by Ballet Theatre of Ohio

Watch the classic story of Dorothy, the Wicked Witch of the West and a beloved trio of friends. The classic tale is retold in a new way sure to be “en pointe.” Akron Civic Theatre, 182 S. Main St., Akron, 800/745-3000. akroncivic.com. Visit website for times and prices.

Other Events

APR 9–10

Strongsville Spring AvantGarde Art & Craft Show

This large show features artists and crafters selling their original handmade items at a beautiful venue. This event also offers a full concessions stand. A portion of proceeds benefits local nonprofit the Cleveland Kids Book Bank. Strongsville Ehrnfelt Recreation Center, 18100 Royalton Rd., Strongsville, avantgardeshows.com. Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $3, children under 12 free.

Who doesn’t love chocolate and wine? Join Gervasi Vineyard as the culinary team prepares rich chocolate desserts paired with their award-winning wines. Seating is in classroom-style rows, you will be next to other groups. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard.com. 2–3 p.m. $34 per ticket.

APR 22–24

Mohican Wildlife Weekend

Enjoy a weekend of natural wonder under the stars, with adventures and workshops for all ages. Visit website for schedule, sites and reservations. Multiple locations in Ashland and Richland counties. mohicanwildlifeweekend.com. Visit website for times. Prices vary.

APR 28

Skeggs Lecture Series presents Bill Nye

Get clued in as Bill Nye the Science Guy delivers an entertaining presentation that explains bits and pieces about how our world works. Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 5th Ave., Youngstown, 330/259-0555. stambaughauditorium.com. 7 p.m. Visit website for prices.

APR 29

Tasting Event

This sampling and candy-making event offers the opportunity to taste over 50 varieties of Coblentz chocolate, participate in three different candy-making activities and take your creations home. Tickets required. Coblentz Chocolate Co., 4917 Walnut St., Walnut Creek, 800/338-9341. coblentzchocolates.com. Tasting event 6–9 p.m. Visit website for prices. Pursue your passion for the great outdoors. Gear up for a day of hunting, firearms and fishing instruction. Plus, receive skill-building tips from leading industry experts. Visit hartvillemarketplace.com/events to learn more. Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market, 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, 330/877-9860. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. General admission free.

Northwest

Music + Theater

APR 9

Bernadette Peters with the Toledo Symphony

Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actress Bernadette Peters dazzles audiences and critics with her performances on stage and television, in concert, and on recordings. She joins the Toledo Symphony with songs from Broadway and beyond, delivered in her unique style. Toledo

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Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo, 419/246-8000. toledosymphony.com. 8 p.m. Visit website for prices.

APR 20

Chris Stapleton: All American Road Show

Country/folk artist Chris Stapleton performs hits such as “Tennessee Whiskey” and “A Simple Song,” with special guests Margo Price and Yola. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 419/255-3300. huntongtoncentertoledo. com. 7 p.m. $49.75–$99.75.

APR 24

Michael Bolton

Michael Bolton is a multiple Grammy Awardwinning singer, songwriter and social activist, who has sold more than 65 million records globally and continues to tour the world. Bolton has also made several comedic appearances in television series. Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 10700 St. Rte. 118 S., Van Wert, 419/238-6722. vanwertlive.com. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for prices.

APR 29

The Texas Tenors

Since catapulting into our hearts on “America’s Got Talent” in 2009, The Texas Tenors has continued to be one of the most successful musical groups from the show, releasing four chart-topping albums, two PBS specials, multiple singles and even a children’s song. Marathon Center, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, 419/423-2787. mcpa.org. 7:30 p.m. $31–$57.

APR 9

Findlay Home & Garden Show

Meet with designers, remodelers and area professionals as they answer questions and assist with your home improvement queries. Kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms, additions and more are on display at this informative gathering. The Cube, 3430 N. Main St., Findlay, 419/424-7176. findlayhomeandgardenshow. com. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. $6.

APR 23

Chocolate & Wine Walk

Wine, dine and explore at this sweet event with abundant prizes and delicious offerings. The price of one ticket includes an event bag, wrist band and map of merchants offering wine and chocolate samples. This year’s theme is Derby Days — so wear creative hats. Downtown Vermilion, 440/967-4477. vermilionohio.com. Noon. $20.

Southeast

Music + Theater

APR 1

Pennyroyal Opera House Show

See Junior Sisk and 3 Rivers Band perform. The Pennyroyal Opera House is a bluegrass venue that continues to present top acts from the United States and Canada on select Friday evenings. Pennyroyal Opera House, 139 Fair Ave., Quaker City, 740/827-0957. pennyroyal bluegrass.com. Kitchen opens 5 p.m., show starts 7 p.m. $15.

APR 9

Mutts Gone Nuts

Canines and comedy collide in a smash hit performance that’s leaving audiences howling for more. From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in an actionpacked comedy dog spectacular. Peoples Bank Theatre, 222 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/5931780. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 3 & 7 p.m. Adults $20, military and seniors $15.

APR 24

Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea

For nearly 40 years, “Mountain Stage” has been the home of live music on public radio. Each two-hour episode of “Mountain Stage” can be heard every week on more than 280 stations across the country and via NPR Music around the world. Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, 47 E. Union St., Athens, 740/593-1780. ohio.edu/performing-arts. 7 p.m. Adults $20, seniors $18, students $15.

APR 30

Sierra Ferrell

A spellbinding vocal talent and time-bending artist, Sierra Ferrell is a small-town singer with a vagabond spirit. Featuring special guest Oyo, Ferrell’s concert promises to transcend genres. Peoples Bank Theatre, 224 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/371-5152. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $22–$79.

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Build It

Artists Creating Community in Ohio

Erika Hess, Curator

Featured Artists:

Jordan Buschur Glen Cebulash Calcagno Cullen Eli Gfell Dana Lynn Harper Ashely Jude Jonas Ann B. Kim Anissa Lewis Liz Maugans Jessica Pinsky Stephanie Rond Gloria Ann Shows

JAN. 28 – APRIL 10, 2021

ALL EVENTS TAKE PLACE ONLINE AND ARE FREE!

LOCATION

Vern Riffe Center for Government & the Arts 77 S. High St., First Floor Lobby

Register for events online at riffegallery.eventbrite.com HOURS

Due to changing conditions, please call or check ahead regarding gallery visits. Closed for all state holidays.

INFORMATION

Visit riffegallery.org 614-644-9624

APR 1

Downtown Zanesville First Fridays: Let's Get Hoppin’

Head to downtown Zanesville for family fun, live music, an art walk, a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny, food trucks, arts and crafts, store specials, hands-on activities and a beer garden. 334 Shinnick Ave. and throughout downtown Zanesville, 740/455-8282. visitzanesville.com. 5–9 p.m. Free.

APR 1–7

Athens International Film and Video Festival

Founded in 1974 and known globally as a festival that supports cinema from underground and marginalized populations, Athens International embraces experimental, narrative, short-form, feature-length and documentary films from every corner of the globe. Multiple locations, Athens, 740/593-1330. athensfilmfest.org. Visit website for times. Start time before 5 p.m.: Adults $5.00, seniors and children $5. Start time at or after 5 p.m.: Adults $6.50, seniors and children $5.50, students free. All-You-Can-Watch Festival Pass $50.

APR 16

Friends of the Parks Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Race

This half marathon benefits area parks and showcases Coshocton's beautiful Lake Park Complex. Race on paved trails as well as along city streets through some of Coshocton's historic neighborhoods. Coshocton Lake Park Recreational Complex, 23253 St. Rte. 83, Coshocton, 740/622-4877. visitcoshocton.com. 8 a.m. $35–$55.

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Music + Theater

APR 7–10

Family Series: Snow White

Enjoy the Cincinnati Ballet’s dazzling regional premiere. Just over one hour in length, this narrated, fun, fully-staged ballet features Cincinnati Ballet’s Second Company — CB2 dancers. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, 513/621-2787. cballet.org. Visit website for times and prices.

APR 8–10

The Great Gatsby

This exquisitely crafted tale of 1920s America tells the story of Jay Gatsby and his love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic is brought to life by the wonderful dancers of Dayton Ballet. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, 937/228-3630. daytonlive.org. Fri.–Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. $18–$86.

APR 20–MAY 1

Disney’s Frozen

“Frozen” joins Disney’s lineup of smash-hit musicals with an all-new production created for the stage by an award-winning creative team. It features the songs you love from the original film, plus an expanded score with new musical numbers. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, 513/621-2787. cincinnatiarts.org. Visit website for times and prices.

APR 29–MAY 1

JMR’s Greatest Hits

Join the Cincinnati Pops and a host of guest artists from some of the past decade’s most memorable performances to celebrate 10 years of conductor John Morris Russell. Enjoy iconic movie themes, pop, classics, Broadway and jazz, plus a new commissioned work from Grammy Award-winning composer Eric Whitacre. Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, 513/381-3300. cincinnatisymphony.org. Fri.–Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $25–$105.

Other Events

APR 30

U.S. Grant 200th Birthday Celebration

Celebrate Ulysses S. Grant’s life at the general and president’s family home and the school he attended as a child. Visit the website or the U.S. Grant Homestead Association Facebook page for a complete schedule of events. U.S. Grant Homestead, 219 E. Grant Ave., Georgetown, 877/373-8177. usgrantboyhoodhome.org. 10 a.m.–9 p.m. All events are free except touring the homestead. Adults $5, children $3.