Calendar of Events

CALENDAR

FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EVENTS ACROSS OHIO, VISIT OHIOMAGAZINE.COM/EVENTS.

MAY

Central

Festivals

MAY 4–7

COSI Science Festival

This scientific deep dive brings engaging demonstrations and lessons, culminating in “The Big Science Celebration” event for families and children. Activities include learning about fire, pollination, birding and flora and fauna. COSI, 333 W. Broad St., Columbus, 614/228-2674. cosiscifest.org. Visit website for times. Free.

MAY 7

Herb Day & Herb’n Arts Fair

Gahanna’s greenest day of the year offers a plant marketplace as well as pieces from local artists and inventory from herb-based businesses. Join Ohio’s herb capital as it celebrates all things plant with vendors, expert gardeners and speakers. Gahanna Veterans Memorial, 73 W. Johnston Rd., Gahanna, 614/642-4372. ohioherbcenter.org. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.

MAY 7–8

Central Ohio Folk Festival

This family-friendly festival features multiple stages with folk, roots and Americana music. The event also includes kids’ programming, instrument building for youth, more than 30 music workshops, an ongoing “jam” tent and the Saturday night headliner, The Way Down Wanderers. Enjoy an on-site beer garden and food trucks. Highbanks Metro Park, 9466 Columbus Pke. (Rte. 23 N.), Lewis Center, 614/470-3963. columbusfolkmusicsociety.org. Sat. 10:30 a.m.–9:45 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Free, donations encouraged.

MAY 14

Downtown Newark Food Truck & Soda Festival

The soda is flowing and the food is sizzling at this event hosted by Market Street Soda Works. Enjoy a taste of local beverage favorites like Frostop Root Beer, plus a variety of restaurants on wheels. Downtown Newark, 740/877-6417. marketstreetsodaworks.com. Visit website for times and prices.

MAY 14–15

Columbus Taco Fest

Tacos, tequila and Mexican beer headline this event paying homage to diversity in the culinary world. Snack on authentic cuisine and listen to live entertainment while soaking in the downtown views. Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St., Columbus, columbustacofest.com. Sat. noon–10 p.m., Sun. noon–8 p.m. Free.

MAY 14–15

Delaware Arts Festival

This family-friendly event brings a jam-packed weekend with food, entertainment and art. Artists display tie-dyed works, leather creations, jewelry, pottery, photography and more. Downtown Delaware, delawareartsfestival.org. Visit website for times. Free.

MAY 28–30

Sertoma Ice Cream Festival

This festival dedicated to one of America’s favorite frozen treats also features more than 90 artisans, car and motorcycle shows, pony rides and a magic show. Several contests for the kids are available. Snacks include ice cream, bratwursts and ham and beans. Downtown Utica, 740/8923161. sertomaicecreamfestival.com. Sat.–Sun. 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Mon. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. $5.

Museums + Exhibits

THRU MAY 30

Blooms & Butterflies

Take flight in this engaging land of butterflies and florals, with hundreds of creatures flying overhead to reach bright nectar blooms. Butterflies are active and thrive in the Island Water Garden portion of the conservatory. Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/715-8000. fpconservatory.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU JUN 5

Roy Lichtenstein: History in the Making, 1948–1960

Investigate the early work of one of the most celebrated American artists of the 20th century, including his formative years in Columbus. Before 1960, Lichtenstein’s art evoked many of the themes that would become synonymous with his later career. Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/221-6801. columbusmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU JUL 8

Black Life as Subject Matter II

Stop by the gallery to see “Black Life as Subject Matter II,” produced and circulated by EbonNia Gallery and curated by Willis “Bing” Davis. Image Credit: Jimi Jones, “I Just Want Justice,” 2019 (detail). Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery,

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77 S. High St. Columbus, 614/644-9624. riffegallery.org. Tues.–Fri. noon–5 p.m. Free.

THRU OCT 2

Forward Together: Promised Gifts from the Collection of Donna and Larry James

Donna and Larry James are longtime supporters of the Columbus Museum of Art. With an eye for detail, they have collected a myriad of pieces over the years, some from well-known artists like Elizabeth Catlett and Jacob Lawrence. Many of the creators included in the exhibition are artists of color, and each of their works tells a compelling story. Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/221-6801. columbusmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAY 14

Chihuly Nights

See the conservatory’s collection of glass artist Dale Chihuly’s works in a new light. This special event occurs once a month and highlights 18 installations with the building as a backdrop, offering the unique opportunity to see the renowned spot after hours. Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus, 614/715-8000. fpconservatory.org. 7–10 p.m. $3–25.

MAY 21–AUG 28

Chronicles: The Great Depression and the Pandemic

This exhibition highlights Depression-era photographers from the Works Progress Administration’s Farm Security Administration program as well as contemporary photographers reacting to the current pandemic. A theme throughout is the resilience of the American people as they tackle the trials and tribulations placed before them. 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.

MAY 6

BritBeat: A Tribute to the Beatles

With mop tops, retro costumes, vintage instruments and harmonizing vocals, this band performs iconic Beatle’s hits that intertwine with a backdrop of immersive and captivating moving multimedia. Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, 740/383-2101. marionpalace.org. 7:30 p.m. $20–$30.

MAY 6

Star Wars Live in Concert: The Empire Strikes Back

Watch the fifth episode of the “Star Wars” series projected on screen, while the Columbus Symphony performs the score live. Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. columbussymphony.com. 8 p.m. $25–$88.

MAY 7

Gary LeVox

Gary LeVox, known as the lead singer of country group Rascal Flatts, embarks on a solo journey. Born in Columbus, LeVox moved to Nashville to create the band, garnering 17 No. 1 hits. Midland Theatre, 36 N. Park Pl., Newark, 740/3455483. midlandtheatre.org. 8 p.m. $55–95.

MAY 22 Vanqui

Sung in English, Opera Columbus presents a triumphant tale of death and resurrection through the lens of Vanqui, a 19th-century enslaved woman. Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St., Columbus, 614/461-8101. operacolumbus.org. 2 & 5 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Northeast

Festivals

MAY 6–7

Dandelion Festival

Head to the 29th annual Dandelion Festival, where you can shop for dandelion-inspired arts and crafts, try an array of delicious foods, sample award-winning wines, and grab a bite from food trucks. Breitenbach Winery, 5773 St. Rte. 39 NW, Dover, 330/343-3603. breitenbachwine.com. Fri. noon–7 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Free.

MAY 21

Kent Craft Beer Fest

Grab a pint at this annual event hosted on the streets of downtown Kent, celebrating the variety of locally made beer. Live entertainment and food trucks at to the fun. Downtown Kent. ticketstripe.com/kentbeer22. 3–8 p.m. $25–$75.

MAY 27–30

Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest

Dig in at this food-centered festival featuring a cook-off with prizes for best ribs, best sauce and people’s choice. The annual event also offers beer, a rock climbing wall, face painting, musical entertainment and arts and crafts vendors. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds, 164 Eastland Rd., Berea, 440/234-5181. berearib.com. Fri. noon–11 p.m., Sat.–Sun. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Mon. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Museums + Exhibits

THRU JUN 26

Currents and Constellations: Black Art in Focus

Explore works of art from the museum’s permanent collection as well as a selection of pieces from emerging and mid-career Black artists. Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, 216/421-7350. clevelandart.org. Visit website for times. Free.

Celebrate Summer!

at Gervasi Vineyard

outdoor dining

Dine and drink al fresco on the expanded Piazza. Two levels of outdoor seating are also available at The Crush House wine bar and eatery.

expanded marketplace

Join us for our Grand Reopening in early May to see the 2,000 sq. ft. expansion and shop our new national lines.

live music

Enjoy live performances nightly at The Piazza or The Still House, and check out the talented lineup of musicians headlining our summer concert series.

pups on the piazza

Bring your canine companions every Tuesday for a night out on the patio. Special treats are available for our furry friends.

Gaze at works centered on literal reflections, with a lineup of artists who employ mirroring in their work to add depth to their compositions and impact how and what the viewer perceives. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., Akron, 330/376-9186. akronartmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

music + theater

MAY 6–NOV 3

Josiah For President The Musical

Abandoning his own plans for a presidential campaign, Congressman Mark Stedman meets Josiah Stoltzfus, an Amish farmer from Pennsylvania. Stedman quickly decides someone like Josiah should be running the country and he sets things in motion to get Josiah elected as president of the United States. This lively musical is sure to entertain. Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old Rte. 39, Sugarcreek, 855/344-7547. dhgroup.com/theater. Visit website for times. $42–$54.

MAY 8

Leon Bridges: The Boundless Tour

Fresh off his “Gold Diggers Sound” album, smooth and soulful artist Leon Bridges returns to Cleveland with his nostalgic R&B vocals at this riverside concert venue. Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica, 2014 Sycamore St., Cleveland, 216/622-6557. livenation.com. 7:30 p.m. $49.50–$239.50.

MAY 9

Rupi Kaur World Tour

The author of popular poetry books like “The Sun and Her Flowers,” Rupi Kaur arrives in Cleveland for readings about love, loss, mental health, growth, community and friendship. Original music scores the spoken word show to further the immersive experience. Ohio Theatre, 1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/7714444. playhousesquare.org. 8 p.m. $54–$104.

MAY 10

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Broadway in Akron

Reach for the golden ticket during this classic musical, with songs like “Pure Imagination” and “The Candy Man.” The toe-tapping show brings the Oompa-Loompas and world of chocolate to life. E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, 198 Hill St., Akron, 330/972-7570. uakron. edu/ej. 7:30 p.m. $20–$77.50.

MAY 12

The Isaacs Dinner Concert

Experience the warm atmosphere and delicious food at Hartville Kitchen while enjoying this dinner concert by The Isaacs, a multiaward-winning family group. Playing their own acoustic instruments and joined by other band members, The Isaacs have a unique style that blends tight family harmony with contemporary acoustic instrumentation that appeals to a variety of audiences. Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, 330/877-9353. hartvillekitchen.com/events. Dinner 6 p.m., concert 7 p.m. $62. Visit Gervasi Vineyard as the Cleveland Ballet performs excerpts from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Be lured into a world of fairy tale creatures, delightful costumes and unlucky lovers. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard.com. Premium seating $70, general seating $60.

MAY 19

Tim McGraw: McGraw Tour 2022

Tim McGraw headlines this country-centered evening alongside Russell Dickerson, Alexandra Kay and Brandon Davis. McGraw brings his newest material to the stage. Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, livenation.com. 7 p.m. $29.50–$585.

MAY 27

Festival Program I

With music from Reinvere, Walker and Gubaidulina, the Cleveland Orchestra comes to life under

MAKE it SWEET!

Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream

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No trip to Findlay is complete without a stop at Dietsch Brothers! Whether it’s a single scoop of vanilla, a specialty sundae, or a hand-dipped ice cream bar that brings the best ice cream and the best chocolate together into one delicious treat, you will not go home disappointed. VisitFindlay.com

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Visit OhioMagazine.com/recipes for new dishes and reader favorites. the direction of conductor Franz Welser-Möst and featuring soprana Latonia Moore. Severance Hall, 1101 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/231-7000. clevelandorchestra.com. 7:30 p.m. $21–$161.

MAY 27–JUN 26

The Legend of Georgia McBride

Casey is broke and rent is due. To make matters worse, he is fired from his gig as an Elvis impersonator in a small-town Florida bar. When the owner brings in a B-level drag show to replace his act, Casey finds that he has a lot to learn about show business and himself. Beck Center for the Arts, 17801 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216/ 521-2540. beckcenter.org. Fri.–Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. Adults $34, children $15.

Other Events

MAY 3

The Marketplace Grand Reopening at Gervasi Vineyard

Join the celebration of the grand reopening of The Marketplace with a 2,000-square-foot expansion. Enjoy a destination shopping experience featuring Gervasi products and new national lines. Gervasi Vineyard, 1700 55th St. NE, Canton, 330/497-1000. gervasivineyard. com. 10:30 a.m.–8 p.m. Free entry.

MAY 7

Spring Fling at the Greenhouse

Visit on Mother’s Day weekend for all your flower shopping needs. A food truck will be on-site selling burgers, hot dogs and fresh, herbinfused lemonade. GentleBrook Greenhouse + Farm, 3612 Swamp St. NE, Hartville, 330/8779514. gentlebrook.org/events. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Free to attend, flowers, plants and food available to purchase.

MAY 14

Antique Engine Show

See the Lehman’s lobby, Major Products department and parking lot filled with antique tractors of all shapes and sizes. This event is a must for tractor enthusiasts with an interest in the engines that once powered America’s industrial revolution. Lehman’s, 4779 Kidron Rd., Kidron, 800/438-5346. lehmans.com. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Visit website for prices. Enjoy all the furry fun, including a Rescue Walk, food trucks, a beer garden, more than 80 local vendors, a mobile adoption center, the Blessing of the Animals, live entertainment and more. Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron, 234/212-9826. summithumane.org/bitp. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. $5.

Northwest

Festivals

MAY 7

Cinco De Mayo Festival & Front Street Live Cornhole Tournament

The fourth annual Cinco De Mayo Festival features authentic food, vendors, entertainment, eating contests and activities for all ages. The Front Street Live Cornhole Tournament is the first in a three-event series testing your skills with other cornhole enthusiasts, registration required. Downtown Fremont, 419/332-8696. downtownfremontohio.org. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Free to attend events, $50 per team to compete in cornhole tournament.

MAY 9–15

The Biggest Week in American Birding

The warbler capital of the world provides 10 days of birding bliss. Enjoy a birder’s marketplace, a bird tattoo contest, bird trivia night and more, including talks from keynote speakers focused on our feathered friends. Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center, 1750 State Park Rd. #2, Oregon, 419/836-1466. biggestweek inamericanbirding.com. Visit website for times. Nonmembers $50, members $30, children ages 9 to 18 $10, children 8 and under free.

MAY 14

17th Annual Lilac Festival & Street Fair

Join the celebration of Defiance's official flower with the community's largest art and craft fair. Enjoy a day of entertainment that features 750 free lilac seedlings, street vendors, food and children’s activities. Clinton Street, downtown Defiance, 419/782-0739. visitdefianceohio.com. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.

This annual street festival embraces the spirit of the Wild West, featuring live music, character entertainment, games, crafters and more. Sip on craft brews, spiked seltzers and signature cocktails, and choose from 20 specialty food items from vendors lining the street. Cedar Point, 1 Cedar Point Dr., Sandusky, 419/627-2350. cedarpoint.com. Noon–8 p.m. Visit website for prices.

MAY 27–30

41st Annual Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival

Fish for fun at this annual event offering free live music, a kids fishing derby, a parade, educational programs and activities, carnival rides and more than 130 vendors. Food and beverages can be enjoyed at this classic Ohio festival celebrating the Lake Erie fish. Waterworks Park, 1868 E. Perry St., Port Clinton, 419/7345522. portclintonchamber.com. Visit website for times and 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. National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo, 419/214-5000. nmgl.org. Visit website for times and prices.

ONGOING

Findlay Rocks: 1960s Garage Bands

Look back at Findlay in the 1960s, including the Teen Center, Porter’s Music and The Pub. This exhibition highlights local bands throughout the decade, playing recorded music that’s sure to bring back memories. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St., Findlay, 419/423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org. Visit website for times. Adults $5, seniors $3, childen $2, members free.

THRU JULY 17

Bestowing Beauty: Masterpieces from the Persian Lands

Learn about the ultra-rich cultural and artistic heritage of the Persian civilizations. Featuring over 100 works, the exhibition focuses on manuscripts, textiles, paintings, ceramics, metalwork, woodwork and jeweled objects. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo, 419/255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

Music + Theater

MAY 20

Thompson Square

Husband-and-wife duo Keifer and Shawna Thompson make up this band with hits like

BLACK LIFE

AS SUBJECT MATTER II

PRODUCED AND CIRCULATED BY EBONNIA GALLERY

CURATED BY WILLIS “BING” DAVIS

APRIL 30 – JULY 8, 2022

ALL EVENTS TAKE PLACE ONLINE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. Register for events online at riffegallery.eventbrite.com

LOCATION

Vern Riffe Center for Government & the Arts 77 S. High St., First Floor Lobby Visit riffegallery.org 614-644-9624

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HOURS Tue. – Fri. Noon – 5 p.m. Gallery will be closed: May 30, June 20, and July 4. Hours subject to change based on CDC and state guidelines.

Image credit: James Pate, Ayo’s Chair, 2020, Charcoal, 38" x 50"

We invite you to eat, shop and play in Medina County where you can enjoy a wealth of fascinating attractions, unique festivals, world class dining, incredible shopping, outdoor and indoor concerts, outstanding parks and challenging golf courses. Make your plans today and discover the many possibilities in Medina County!

June 11–September 4, 2022

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We are very grateful for our many generous funders of this exhibition.

Presented by Exhibits Development Group, USA, in cooperation with Cosprop Ltd., London, England. Image: Silk Evening Dress and Turban, Pride and Prejudice, 1995, Simon Langton, director. Worn by Anna Chancellor as Miss Caroline Bingley. Dinah Collin, costume designer “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not” and “If I Didn’t Have You.” Hear the duo’s hits as well as songs from the album that has brought the pair the most creative satisfaction to date. Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Cross St., Findlay, 419/423-2787. mcpa.org. 7:30 p.m. $19–$39.

MAY 28

The Guess Who with Orleans

With a multitude of Top 40 hits like “Hand Me Down World,” “Clap for the Wolfman” and “Star Baby,” The Guess Who brings its signature sound to Sylvania. The Canadianbred stateside conquerors are indelibly etched into the fabric of pop culture history. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, 419/885-7106. centennialterrace.org. 7:30 p.m. $36–$59.50.

Other Events

ONGOING

Sandusky County Historic Barn Mural Trail

Take a drive through Sandusky County as you enjoy the Historic Barn Mural Driving Trail, which features murals painted by Scott Hagen, the “Barn Artist.” Driving maps are available at the visitors bureau on weekdays or online. Various locations throughout Sandusky County, 419/332-4470. sanduskycounty.org. Trail can be driven year-round. Free.

MAY 6–7

Put-in-Bay Spring Fling

Enjoy this annual party, jam-packed with bands, entertainers, a cookout and adult beverages. Put-in-Bay Resort Hotel, 439 Loraine Ave., Put-in-Bay, 888/742-7829. visitputinbay.org. Fri. 5–11 p.m., Sat. noon–9 p.m. Free.

MAY 6–JULY 1

Limaland Motorsports Park Races

Watch racing at Limaland Motorsports Park every Friday night. Races include sprints, UMP modifieds, thunderstocks and more. Limaland Motorsports Park, 1500 Dutch Hollow Rd., Lima, 419/998-3199. limaland.com. Pit gates open at 4:30 p.m., grandstand gates open at 5 p.m., racing is 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Adults and seniors $12, children $6.

MAY 7

Spring Bloom

Bring on spring with this Mother’s Day weekend event marking the opening of the Market Barn. Purchase fruit trees, enjoy planting and care technique workshops, and gaze upon curated springtime farm goods crafted and grown locally. Quarry Hill Orchards, 8403 Mason Rd. #1, Berlin Heights, 419/588-2858. quarryhillorchards.com. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free.

MAY 22

Mindful Metroparks

Enjoy a slow-paced experience with a naturalist and walking meditation guide. Hiking can be enjoyed as a daily activity with mindfulness while immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. Swan Creek Preserve, 4301 Airport Hwy., Toledo, 419/407-9718. metroparkstoledo.com. 10–11 a.m. $3.

Festivals

MAY 5–8

Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival

McArthur comes alive during this annual event offering food, music and fun for the entire family. Nightly entertainment takes the stage, carnival rides and games are abundant, and car and quilt shows add to the fun. Downtown McArthur, 740/205-8093. vcwtf.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAY 27–29

Feast of the Flowering Moon

Experience Native American music and dancing, the Mountain Men Encampment with craftsmen and demonstrations, an arts and crafts show, exhibits, entertainment, carnival rides and more. Yoctangee Park, Enderlin Circle, Chillicothe, 740/702-7677. feastofthe floweringmoon.org. Fri. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Free.

MAY 27–30

Moonshine Festival

New Straitsville may be a small town, but it has big history. In the late 1800s, striking miners set fires in coal mines that, legend has it, still burn today. The festival celebrates the town’s history and ties to moonshine. Downtown Straitsville, 106 W. Main St., New Straitsville, 740/394-2239. explorehockinghills.com. Visit website for times. Free.

Museums + Exhibits

ONGOING

Southern Ohio Museum

This museum holds thousands of treasures that offer insight into the history of our state. Since 1979, the museum has shared both ancient and contemporary regional art with visitors, 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. Visit website for times. Voluntary donation $2, students and children 12 and under $1.

music + theater

ONGOING

Live Music at Brewery 33

Every Friday and Saturday, enjoy live music alongside craft beers, wine, cider and mead. Order a sampler for a fun way to try the brewery’s beers. Brewery 33, 12684 College Prospects Dr., Logan, 740/385-6033. brewery33. com. Fri. 6–9 p.m., Sat. 4–7 p.m. Free.

MAY 6

Comedy Night: Bag Lady Sue

Enjoy an evening with Suzanne Austin — also known as “Bag Lady Sue” — a hysterical and unforgettable comic, published author, motivational speaker and all around cool chick. She has been performing and touring the continent for more than 20 years. Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 740/772-2041. majesticchillicothe.net. 7 p.m. $25.

MAY 10

Chamber Singers Choral Concert

The Zanesville Thursday Music Club presents the Chamber Singers from the Civic Chorus. Ann Lillie Briggs is the choral director. Central Trinity UMC, 62 South Seventh St., Zanesville, 740/453-1210. centraltrinityumc.com. Visit website for times. Free.

MAY 21

Marie Osmond

With five decades in the entertainment industry, Marie Osmond continues to wow during this evening dedicated to her hits such as “Paper Roses” and songs from the Top 10 Billboard album “Music is Medicine.” Peoples Bank Theatre, 224 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/371-5152. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $64–$203.

MAY 21

Patsy: A Tribute to Patsy Cline

Enjoy an evening celebrating country music legend Patsy Cline, known for beloved songs like “I Fall To Pieces,” “Walkin’ After Midnight” and “Crazy.” Opening the show is Six Miles to Nellie before lead singer Courtney Decosky transforms into Cline for this tribute show. Majestic Theatre, 45 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 740/772-2041. majesticchillicothe.net. 7:30 p.m. $18–$20.

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200+ Artists 3 Stages

Great Selection of Food and Drinks Rhinegeist Beer Garden Family Fun

Shadowbox Live

Fri. 8:30 p.m.

We Were Promised Jetpacks

Sat. Night

This Tony Award-winning musical is inspired by the famed recording session that brought together icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. On Dec. 4, 1956, these four young musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions ever. “Million Dollar Quartet” brings that unbelievable moment to life, featuring timeless hits such as “Blue Suede Shoes,” “That’s All Right,” “I Walk the Line,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog” and more. Peoples Bank Theatre, 222 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/593-1780. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $48–$140.

ONGOING

Coshocton Ring Geotrail

The “Trail to Rule Them All” launches on May 14. More than 30 caches are hidden throughout Coshocton County in three rings. Find a selection from each ring to earn a limited-edition coin. Various locations in Coshocton County, 740/622-4877. visitcoshocton.com. Free.

MAY 19

Shine On Chillicothe

Enjoy a four-course gourmet dinner paired with specialty cocktails, served in a historic 1881 building in downtown Chillicothe. All proceeds from this event support the holiday lighting of Yoctangee Park. Pour House at Machinery Hall, 25 E. Second St., Chillicothe, 740/253-1067. pouronchillicothe.com. 6 p.m. $200.

Southwest

Festivals

MAY 7–8

Asian Food Fest

Indulge in culture and cuisine from Cambodia, China, Hawaii, India, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Nepal, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. Plus, enjoy live entertainment, local craft and Asian beer, and family activities. Downtown Cincinnati, asianfoodfest.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAY 14

Loveland Food Truck Rally

This ninth annual event includes a variety of food trucks, entertainment and live music, and a large list of beers, wines and sodas. Shoppers Haven Plaza, 597 Loveland Madeira Rd., Loveland, 513/683-1544. lovelandchamber.org. 3–10 p.m. Free.

MAY 21

Oxford Wine and Craft Beer Festival

Sip on your favorites at this event featuring wine, art, cuisine and music. The festival highlights local craft vendors and offers a beer garden and an array of libations. Uptown Parks, Downtown Oxford, 513/523-5200. facebook. com/oxfordohiochamberofcommerce. 2–10 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Museums + Exhibits

ONGOING

Behind the Mask: Black Power in Comics

Learn about the history of black comic book heroes and the artists and writers who created them. This exhibition explores the painful and triumphant history of African Americans in comic books. National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center, 1350 Brush Row Rd., Wilberforce, 937/376-4944 ext. 2113. ohiohistory.org/ naamcc. Visit website for times and prices.

ONGOING

Our Shared Story: 200 Years of Jewish Cincinnati

Jewish influences in Cincinnati have shaped the food, medicine, art, social justice and sports spaces in the Queen City. Meet the extraordinary people who made waves in the community and rediscover traditional elements of yarmulkes, dreidels, menorahs and more. Union Terminal, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, 513/287-7000. cincymuseum.org. Visit website for times. Adults $16.50, seniors and children 3–12 $12.50.

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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. National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center, 1350 Brush Row Rd., Wilberforce, 937/3764944. ohiohistory.org/naamcc. Visit website for times and prices.

THRU JUN 19

Black & Brown Faces: Paying Homage To

This presentation expands on the museum’s “Black & Brown Faces” exhibition in 2020 to feature 15 Midwestern artists of color. Each artist brings their own interpretation of portraiture while paying homage to 15 living honorees of color who are working to make the city a more equitable and just community. Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park. Dr., Cincinnati, 513/721-2787. cincinnatiartmuseum.org. Visit website for times. Free.

THRU JULY 10

Really Free: The Radical Art of Nellie Mae Rowe

Nellie Mae Rowe is known for her artistic practices as a form of radical self-expression in the post-Civil Rights era South. Experience her vibrant, colorful and unique work at this exhibition highlighting her most influential pieces. Springfield Museum of Art, 107 Cliff Park Rd., Springfield, 937/325-4673. springfieldart.net. Visit website for times and prices.

Music + Theater

MAY 12–22

Bold Moves Festival

This immersive dance experience features six rotating mainstage productions alongside a variety of activities. Hear guest artists, go to dance classes and enjoy after parties. Aronoff Center, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, 513/621-2787. cballet.org. Visit website for times and prices.

MAY 28

Steve Martin & Martin Short

Enjoy the comedic stylings of this iconic duo. The pair performs musical numbers, new shorts and fresh sketches that are sure to have the audience in stitches. Fraze Pavilion, 695 Lincoln Park Blvd., Kettering, 937/296-3302. fraze,com 8 p.m. $49–$139.

Other Events

MAY 14

Escape the Village

Choose from two escape-room adventures: “Morgan’s Raiders of the Lost Art” or “Leaving the Station.” Held in Fetter General Store, “Morgan’s Raiders of the Lost Art” is based on the historic raid in July 1863, when Gen. John Hunt Morgan and his men rode through this area, looting along the way. The raiders couldn’t carry everything with them, so they left clues to find their treasures later. Follow the clues to discover where the raiders stashed a priceless piece of art, which holds the key to releasing you. “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 in 1865. Each session can accommodate four to eight people. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/563-9484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Three time slots per room: noon, 1:30 & 3 p.m. $25.

MAY 18

Period Dinner

Join the Heritage Village Museum for a period dinner and sample 19th century cuisine. Educa-

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tion director Steve Preston prepares the meal and provides guests with background into the history and preparation of each dish. Call to reserve your seat. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Rd., Sharonville, 513/5639484. heritagevillagecincinnati.org. 6 p.m. $35.

JUNE

Central

Festivals

JUN 10–12

Columbus Arts Festival

The Columbus Arts Festival is the city's welcome-to-summer event, pairing the finest artists from across the country with entertainment, activities for all ages and great food. Columbus Downtown Riverfront, 614/224-2606. columbusartsfestival.org. Fri. 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m–10:30 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free.

JUN 11

Mid-Ohio Fiber Fair

Browse a rainbow of yarns and fibers at this annual fair. Fiber arts tools and supplies, as well as beautiful finished items, are available. A raffle benefits the local food pantry. Canal Market District Pavilion, 36 East Canal St., Newark, midohiofiberfair.com. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free.

music + theater

JUN 8

The Masked Singer National Tour

Fan-favorite characters from past seasons of the hit Fox TV show come to life onstage, hosted by multiplatinum singer and “The Masked Singer” alum, Natasha Bedingfield. Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus, 614/469-0939. capa.com. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for prices.

Northeast

Festivals

JUN 12

Columbus Summer AvantGarde Art & Craft Show

Enjoy a day of shopping at this annual seasonal event. The large show features artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Makoy Event Center, 5462 Center St., Hilliard, avantgardeshows.com. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $3, children under 12 free.

JUN 2–4

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound

From its formation in 2003, Ernie Haase has built Signature Sound into one of the most popular quartets in Southern gospel music. The group provides energy, excitement and encouragement. Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old Rte. 39, Sugarcreek, 855/344-7547. dhgroup. com/theater. Visit website for times and prices.

JUN 7–26

My Fair Lady

Boasting classic songs such as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain” and “On the Street Where You Live,” fall in love with the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” State Theatre, 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216/241-6000. playhousesquare.org. Visit website for times. $10–$110.

JUN 9–10

Oak Ridge Boys Dinner Concerts

Experience the warm atmosphere and delicious food at Hartville Kitchen while enjoying The Oak Ridge Boys. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of the band have spawned dozens of country hits, earning it Grammy, Dove, CMA and ACM awards and garnering a host of other accolades. Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, 330/877-9353. hartvillekitchen.com/ events. Visit website for times. $79.

JUN 23

Terry Lee Goffee: The Ultimate Tribute to Johnny Cash

Enjoy lunch and a matinee show at Hartville Kitchen. Ohio born and raised, Terry Lee Goffee brings to life the music of Johnny Cash in his tribute to the country legend. Hartville Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery, 1015 Edison St. NW, Hartville, 330/877-9353. hartvillekitchen.com/ events. Dinner at noon, concert at 1 p.m. $47.

Other Events

JUN 5

Liver Life Walk

Join Liver Life Walk, the signature event of the American Liver Foundation. The walk gives people affected by liver disease the opportunity to support each other in a festive and inspiring environment. Funds raised help provide valuable resources to liver patients and their families. Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 646/737-9414. liverlifewalk.org/cleveland. 8 a.m. Adults and seniors $20, children free.

JUN 11

Kingwood 5K

This family-friendly experience winds through the setting of Kingwood’s beautiful gardens, the B&O Bike Trail and surrounding neighborhoods. It is open to all ages and all ability levels. Following the race, winners will be celebrated in the courtyard. Kingwood Center Gardens, 50 N. Trimble Rd., Mansfield, 419/522-0211.

Northwest

Music + Theater

JUN 17

Allie Colleen

With a style that is truly her own, Allie Colleen’s impeccably strong voice has hints of timeless tradition that falls between classic country and the emerging country sound. The show is part of the Van Wert Live summer concert series. Fountain Park, Van Wert, 419/238-6722. vanwertlive.com. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more than 50 years, The Temptations have propelled popular music with classics like “The Way You Do the Things You Do” and ”My Girl.” “Baby I Need Your Loving” made The Four Tops an instant star, with a lineup of additional Motown favorites to follow. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, 419/381-8851. centennialterrace.org. 8 p.m. $36–$65.

OTHER EVENTS

JUN 25

Lima Half Mile Motorcycle Races

Watch the Grand National Circuit’s top racers in the nation participate in the half-mile dirt track

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Southeast

music + theater

JUN 3

Robert Cray

Robert Cray has created a sound that rises from American roots, blues, soul and R&B, with five Grammy wins, 20 acclaimed studio albums and a bundle of live albums that punctuate the Blues Hall of Famer’s career. Peoples Bank Theatre, 224 Putnam St., Marietta, 740/371-5152. peoplesbanktheatre.com. 8 p.m. $29–$98.

JUN 16–SEPT 4

Tecumseh! Outdoor Drama

Witness the epic story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he defends his sacred homelands during the late 1700s. Now celebrating its 50th anniversary season, "Tecumseh!" has been called one of the most mesmerizing dramas in the nation. Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre, 5968 Marietta Rd., Chillicothe, 866/775-0700. tecumsehdrama.com. Mon.–Sat. 8 p.m. $25–45.

Other Events

JUN 9–11

Southern Ohio Forest Rally

This rally event is a high-speed, all-terrain motorsport spectacle. Rally cars race on paved and unpaved forest roads filled with hairpin switchbacks. Various locations (begins in Chillicothe), 740/702-7677. southernohioforestrally.com. Visit website for times. Free.

JUN 18

Kenworth Truck Parade

Experience this parade exhibiting over 50 new, classic and customized Kenworth semi trucks, most of them originally built at the Chillicothe plant. Downtown Chillicothe, 740/702-7677. downtownchillicothe.com. 8–10 p.m. Free.

Southwest

Festivals

JUN 4–5

Troy Strawberry Festival

This jam-packed event brings the strawberry to the forefront, featuring more than 100 arts and crafts vendors and more than 60 food vendors. Public Square, downtown Troy, 937/339-7714. troystrawberryfest.com. Fri. 6–9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free.

JUN 25

Fayette County Toast to Summer

Sample Ohio wineries, shop from a variety of artisans, get a taste of local food, visit the beer garden and enjoy live music. A hot air balloon glow after dusk completes this fun-filled day. Fayette County Airport, 2770 Old St. Rte. 38, Washington Court House, 740/335-0761. fayettecountyohio.com. 1–10 p.m. $5 per vehicle. Enjoy model trains, miniature train rides and vendors at this annual festival. Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Patterson Blvd., Datyon, 937/2932841. railfestival.com. Visit website for times. Adults $12, seniors $10, children $8, children 3 and under free.

Museums + Exhibits

JUN 11–SEPT 4

Jane Austen: Fashion & Sensibility

Many of Jane Austen’s cherished novels have been adaptated for the screen. This exhibition features approximately 50 costumes and accessories worn in popular film and television productions, while also revealing powerful themes of class, gender and social dynamics in Austen’s world. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, 513/241-0343. taftmuseum.org. Visit website for times and prices.

Music + theater

JUN 17–19

The Addams Family

The Addams family faces the same challenge faced by many others — their kids are growing up! Wednesday has fallen in love with a sweet boy from a respectable Ohio family — what could be worse? A story of love and friendship through adversity, “The Addams Family” is funny, poignant and altogether ooky. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton, 937/228-3630. daytonlive.org. Visit website for times. $27–$65.