Key Magazine Cincinnati January 2023

Shen Yun: China Before Communism Jan. 28-29 at the Aronoff Center

OPENINGSOON!

CinCinnati WelCome

Friends,

On behalf of the City of Cincinnati, I am thrilled to welcome you! We are honored to host you in our great city, and I can’t wait for you to learn all about what makes us special.

You’re going to have a wonderful stay as you get to know our 52 diverse, vibrant, and walkable neighborhoods. Each community in our city is home to distinct and rich cultures, business centers, and personalities – but together, they make up one unified and proud Cincinnati. From downtown to College Hill, from the West Side to the East Side, you will find stunning architecture, exciting entertainment opportunities, and energetic residents ready to welcome you. We love our home, and we can’t wait to show you why.

Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about all the amazing attractions we have to offer in the area. With top-rated museums, theaters, parks, and restaurants – and one of the highest ranked zoos in the nation – there is something for everyone in the Queen City.

We are honored to welcome thousands of visitors among our guests each year, and we know your decision to visit will not leave you disappointed. Thank you for coming to Cincinnati, and we’re excited to see you back here soon.

Sincerely,

Aftab Pureval Mayor, City of Cincinnati

Cover Story

Shen Yun Brings 5,000 Years to Cincinnati

Exquisite beauty from the heavens. Profound wisdom from dynasties past. Discover authentic Chinese culture, as Shen Yun Performing Arts, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, comes to Aronoff Center in January.

Shen Yun, a New York-based company, was founded in 2006 by an impressive group of Chinese artists. Their dream was to create a renaissance for mankind’s most ancient heritage. Today, their wish has become an international phenomenon.

Shen Yun performs in 150 cities worldwide. With breathtaking dances, gorgeous costumes, live orchestra, and dynamic backdrops, this is a show brimming with themes of courage, hope, and triumph of good over evil. Shen Yun is the world’s only company depicting Chinese culture as it had

been before it was nearly destroyed by decades of communist rule.

Shen Yun features hundreds of handmade costumes—showcasing apparel from China’s 5,000 years of history. Their exquisite colors blend seamlessly with the animated backdrops, instantly transporting the audience to another world. The animation also contains a few surprises, but those are best left for the performance.

At the end of a cold winter, Shen Yun’s warm embrace of this ancient heritage is a great way to welcome in the new season, and is a highly accessible, enlightening, and entertaining experience.

Shen Yun at Aronoff Center Jan. 28-29.

For tickets and more information, visit www.ShenYun.com/Cincinnati

What’S GoinG on in January

ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS

650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

Anastasia: 1/3-1/15

Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular: 1/21 Shen Yun: 1/28-1/29

ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES

1410 Main Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-8726

Changing Perception: Collaborating Alone: now to 1/13

BOGART’S

2621 Vine St . Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-872-8801

The Menzingers: 1/6

Bikini Bottom Rave 18+: 1/14

Cash Unchained: The Ultimate Johnny Cash Experience: 1/21

Boot Scoot: A Classic Country DJ Party: 1/27

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM Reservations ONLY 953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-ARTS (2787)

Natural World: 9/30-1/15/23

Galloping Through Dynasties: 10/7-1/1/23

Beyond Bollywood: 2000 Years of Dance in Art: now to 2/5

CINCINNATI CYCLONES

vs Nailers: 1/7 vs Walleye: 1/11 vs . Fuel: 1/13 vs Growlers: 1/25 vs Growlers: 1/27 vs . Growlers: 1/28

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER

1301 Western Ave . Cincinnati, OH 45203

513-287-7000

A Year on the Edge: now open America’s Epic Treasures featuring Preternatural by Michael Scott: now through 1/8/23 Dinosaurs of Antarctica: opens 10/14

Holiday Junction Featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains: now to 1/2/23

CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA

1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300

Tchaikovsky Spectacular: 1812 Overture: 1/27-1/29

CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

719 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-2273

The Rewards of Being Frank: 1/27-2/18

CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300

Sibelius’ Symphony No . 2: 1/61/7

Grieg: Peer Gynt In Concert: 1/13-1/14

Tchaikovsky & Prokofiev: 1/211/22

CSO Proof: The Right To Be Forgotten: 1/25

CINCINNATI ZOO

3400 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-281-4700

PNC Festival of Lights: 11/18-

CINCINNATI BENGALS

vs Bills: 1/2 vs Ravens: 1/8 Playoff game dates and times TBD

1/8/23

Penguin Days: 1/9-3/10

CONTEMPORARY ARTS

CENTER

44 E 6th St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-8400

Napoleon Maddox: 10/181/8/23

On the Line: Documents of Risk and Faith: now until 1/15/23

Baseera Khan: Weight on History: now until 2/12/23

Images on Which to Build, 1970s-1990s: now until 2/12/23

Cameron Granger: now until 2/12/23

ENSEMBLE THEATRE

CINCINNATI

1127 Vine St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3555

Grand Horizons: 1/14-2/5

GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB

8410 Market Place Lane Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-984-9288

Jeremiah Watkins: 1/5-1/7

Kelly Collette: 1/8

Tony Woods: 1/12-1/15

Luke Capasso & Wendi Furguson: 1/19

Matt McCusker: 1/20-1/21

Louis Katz: 1/26-1/29

HEBREW UNION COLLEGE: SKIRBALL MUSEUM

3101 Clifton Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45220

513-221-1875

Jewish Cincinnati: A Photographic Record By J .

Miles Wolf: opening 10/27

HERITAGE BANK CENTER

100 Broadway Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4111

WWE Monday Night Raw: 1/16 Winter Jam 2023: 1/20

HOLLYWOOD CASINO

777 Hollywood Blvd

Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025 888-274-6797

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic: 1/21

KROHN CONSERVATORY

1501 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4086

Celestial Holiday: 11/5-1/8/23

NANCY AND DAVID WOLF HOLOCAUST & HUMANITY CENTER

1301 Western Ave . Cincinnati, OH 45203 513-487-3055

Weekly Holocaust Speaker Series via Zoom every Wednesday at 11:00am: https:// www .holocaustandhumanity . org/speaker-series/ International Holocaust Remembrance Day: A Conversation with Survivor Zahava Rendler: 1/29

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART

316 Pike St . Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-0343

Craft and Camera: The Art of Nancy Ford Cones: 10/11/15/23

Fakes, Forgeries, and Followers in the Taft Collection: 10/222/5/23

TAFT THEATER

317 E 5th St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-232-6220

Diamond Rio: 1/6

WESTON ART GALLERY

650 Walnut St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-977-4165

Candace Black: Accoutrements: 11/18-1/15/23

Steven Thurston: Lost in Translation – Deception and Desire: 11/18-1/15/23

Mary Jo Bole: Family White Elephants: 11/18-1/15/23

Joshua Penrose: 1/20-3/5

Emil Robinson: 1/20-3/5

Katherine Colborn: 1/20-2/5

ConventionS & SpeCial eventS

Coney Island Nights of Lights

6201 Kellogg Avenue

Cincinnati, OH Now to 1/2/23

Winter Nights, River Lights Newport on the Levee One Levee Way Newport, KY Now to 1/8/23

The 43rd Annual Wendy’s Bridal Show

Duke Energy Convention Center

525 Elm St . Cincinnati, OH 1/7-1/8

C&E Gun Show

Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 1/7-1/8

The 63rd Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Cavalcade of Customs

Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm St Cincinnati, OH 1/13-1/15

National Fishing Expo

Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 1/13-1/15

Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo

Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 1/20-1/22, 1/27-1/29

The 65th Annual Ford Cincinnati Boat, Sport & Travel Show

Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm St Cincinnati, OH 1/20-1/29

aCtivitieS of the month

Fun, free things to do in Cincinnati

Cincinnati is known for being one of the best cities for families. Below are free events for everyone to enjoy.

Enjoy Watching A Free Football Game

Depending on the season, you and your loved ones can enjoy a free game streamed live from the flat screen mounted over the Reds stadium at the banks! Enjoy concerts during the summer and food and drinks all year round from some of the city’s best pubs. The menus range from all-American, Mexican and Gastro. The Banks also features the Carol Ann Carousel amusement park for the little ones. Freedom Way., Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Visit Local Art Museums

Fantastic news for tourists, many of the art museums in Cincinnati are FREE admission! Appreciate local and contemporary art from the CAC museum (contemporary art center). Their entry is free for all visitors. The museum features interchangeable seasonal projects, a unique gift shop for all your collectibles, a California-themed cafè, and a dedicated children’s floor. Check with their staff to discover local shows, events, and exhibitions. They aim to educate through art. You’re sure to leave enlightened. 44 E. 6th Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

21C is another contemporary art museum located inside the 21C Museum Hotel. This museum is fun, vibrant, and welcoming. Feeding your curiosity, the museum features a winding staircase and healing tiles that light your path to the restroom. Make sure you notice the yellow penguin! This dedicated exhibition is one you’re sure to enjoy. They focus on

collecting and showcasing North American art. The museum is open 24 hours and free daily. It’s where art meets culture. Visit today! 609 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

And lastly, one of the city’s most prominent art museums, The Cincinnati Art Museum. One of the largest art museums in Cincinnati. This museum is located right in the heart of Mt. Adams. Its works range from over 67,000 various collections over 6,000 years. With programs for teens, adults, and children, this museum features unique and inclusive exhibitions with free daily admission. The location also has a café and courtyard. 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Jaylin Leslie, published author and freelance writer

Scenic Eden Park

Perfect for an early morning, afternoon, or evening. The expansive park includes beautiful landscaping, bright botanicals, trails, hiking, and breathtaking views overlooking the Ohio river and Kentucky. Occupying 186 acres of land, this is sure to fit your ideal getaway. 950 Eden Park Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45202.

‘Collaborating Alone’ exhibit of the month

Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery invites you to our upcoming annual inclusive exhibition, ‘Changing Perceptions: Collaborating Alone.’ ABB will display a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography, and other media by talented, local and regional artists both with and without disabilities.

Art Beyond Boundaries provides a professional, mainstream fine arts exhibition venue for artists with disabilities, located at 1410 Main Street in the historic Over-the-Rhine arts district. With your support, we can continue providing a gallery, workshops, programs, and services for our artists and people with disabilities. For more information, “friend” or “follow” the gallery on Facebook, Instagram, and/or contact the gallery.

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BEFORE AFTER

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buSineSS of the month

Shop at LouLou’s

Meet Nancy Rembold… The woman behind the shopping magic and experience at Lou Lou’s!

Nancy is a Dayton native… She met her husband at Bowling Green State University… And then moved to Cincinnati. Lou Lou’s was always her dream! Nancy worked in a small boutique in College and fell in love with the concept of “boutique” shopping!! Shopping small is simply good for your heart! You are putting dollars directly back into your community!

The concept behind Lou Lou’s was to create a lifestyle brand that doesn’t complicate fashion, but instead simplifies it via their thoughtfully curated collection of clothing and accessories. Nancy wants to bring the joy of fashion to everyone!

The ladies that work at LouLou’s create the “magic” .. you feel like you are shopping with your best friend! Let them help you with all your holiday events, gifts…etc! Lou Lou’s carries many different brands and products for all ages! You can shop in the store or online..whichever works best!

Free gift wrap through the holidays, and the women of Lou Lou’s are also happy to assist in gift selections.

Lou Lou’s Boutique is open 7 days a week…. Open 24/7 online! Check out the online store at ShopLouLous.com

Or in-person at 6145 Bridgetown Road, just minutes from Downtown.

Happy Holidays to all, and happy shopping!

Freedom to travel! fitneSS GetaWayS

It’s all open! The last frontier besides China opened their gates for visitors. Japan signifies that the world is ready for international travel when they eliminated ALL restrictions late last month. Whether you are going to Asia, or just something nearby like Cancun, this news offers a positive indicator that we have moved away from the pandemic paranoia onto travel freedom. You might notice airline prices will be a bit higher due to staffing shortages but don’t hesitate to make your plans to visit the world. On a side note, Cincinnati! News Flash!! British Airways showed up at CVG to bring a direct flight to London! And Delta reinstated the direct to Paris from CVG this summer. While the world opens, a new study from Kayak shows that 70 percent of Americans who will be traveling this season are stressed by all the challenges that the busy airports will bring, including flight delays and long lines. But there are plenty of ways to help lessen these challenges without shelling out tons of money. I recommend TSA pre-check and Clear. Both are low cost and major time savers.

What are you waiting for?

Go to: FitBodiesInc.com for more information, or email Suzelle@FitBodiesInc.com

Suzelle Snowden President Fit Bodies, Inc.

GRANDVIEW TAVERN

2220 Grandview Dr . Fort Mitchell, KY 41017 859-341-8439

One of Northern Kentucky’s premier food and beverage entertainment business . Established in 2007 and still going strong Over a decade of research and development has forged a casual upscale concept, second to none .

HOFBRAUHAUS

200 E 3rd St , Newport, KY 41071 859-491-7200

The first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America, modeled after the legendary 400+ year-old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany! Guests are now able to enjoy many of the traditions from Germany that have made Hofbräuhaus famous . From the traditionally decorated rooms in the building to the beer that is

brewed on-site, and of course the excellent German fare .

POMPILIO’S

600 Washington Ave ., Newport, KY 41071 859-581-3065

Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area home-cooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!

RIVERFRONT PIZZA

617 W 3rd St Covington, KY 41011 859-261-4800

Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or a hoagie, Riverfront Pizza offers gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your appetite .

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CAFE ALMA

6111 Montgomery Rd

Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-620-8526

Our mission at Café Alma is to encourage the habit of healthy eating, living a well-balanced lifestyle and spreading the knowledge we have about the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet .

CHICKEN ON THE RUN

7255 Ohio Ave . Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-791-6577

Low-key haunt for burgers, sloppy joes & other hearty American eats, plus craft beer & sports on TV

RED FEATHER KITCHEN

3200 Madison Rd

Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-407-3631

A contemporary American farm to table restaurant located in the Oakley neighborhood of Greater Cincinnati Offering an upscale casual dining experience with an emphasis on classic culinary techniques and slow, careful preparations Enjoy forty wines by the glass, 200+ by the bottle, house made craft cocktails and a comprehensive list of micro-brewed beers

THE TURF CLUB

4618 Eastern Ave Cincinnati, OH 45226 513-533-4222

A quirky joint doling out beers and jumbo burgers with adventurous toppings in a neonlit room .

HIGH GRAIN BREWING CO.

6860 Plainfield Rd . Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-791-7000

A brewery with a scratch kitchen making sustainable choices from the onset of each project We love beer and believe beer is best with a good meal with locally sourced food .

doWntoWn dininG

COPPER AND FLAME

1115 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-0484

An experiential drinkery in the heart of Overthe-Rhine Industrial-chic taproom with brick walls serving hearty comfort food plates & self-serve draft beer .

MONTGOMERY INN BOATHOUSE

925 Riverside Dr . Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 513-721-7427

Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!

NICOLA’S

1420 Sycamore St . Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 513-721-6200

Chic venue presenting contemporary Italian cuisine in a warm space with exposed-brick walls .

PRIME CINCINNATI

580 Walnut St , Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-579-0720

Known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selectionand outstanding service .

STREET CITY

On 6th Street Between Main & Walnut 580 Walnut Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 513-873-7529

Street City Pub offers urban gourmet fare, live music, a street-side patio, and all-day happy hour .

northern dininG

THE PARK POUR

4815 Cooper Road Blue Ash, Ohio 45242 513-376-7247

Great coffee, light bites, cocktails and exciting wines . A comfortably familiar spot for conversation with friends, work meetups or grabbing a bottle of wine on your way home .

BROWN DOG CAFE

1000 Summit Place Blue Ash, OH 45242 513-794-1610

Chef Shawn and his culinary team proudly present an ever-changing, eclectic menu featuring sustainable Hawaiian fish, steaks, and more

THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN 9440 Montgomery Rd Montgomery, OH 45242 513-791-3482

Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!

MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 7875 Montgomery Rd Cincinnati, OH 45236

Reservations: (513) 794-0670

Carryout: (513) 794-0676

Banquets: (513) 794-0672

Stop by Maggiano’s at Kenwood Towne Centre for season-fresh Italian food in Cincinnati, prepared by Chef Karl Lenz and inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes

ShoppinG Guide

ADC FIne Art

1013 York St Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-723-1222

APPOINTMENTS

441 Vine St #20 Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-7430

CINCY SHIRTS 1435 Main St . Cincinnati, OH 513-510-5774 2709 Observatory Ave . Cincinnati, OH 513-832-2125 295 W . Loveland Ave . Loveland, OH 45140 513-340-4373

EDDIE LANE’S DIAMOND SHOWROOM 9301 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242 513-793-4111

UPPER EDEN 1120 St Gregory St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-1120

JACOB JAMES 3446 Edwards Rd Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-376-6288

Deerfield Towne Center 5505 Deerfield Blvd Deerfield, OH 513-770-0273

Eastgate Mall 4601 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH 513-752-2294

Florence Mall 2028 Mall Road Florence, KY 859-371-1231

Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 513-745-9100

Liberty Center 7628 Liberty Way West Chester, OH 513-644-0900

Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 866-538-3359

Northgate Mall 9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600

Rookwood Pavilion 3805 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH 513-241-5800

Sycamore Crossing/Plaza 7800-7896 Montgomery Rd Cincinnati, OH 877-225-5337

Tri-County Mall

11700 Princeton Pike Cincinnati, OH 513-671-0120

Voice of America Centre

7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000

OUTLET MALLS

Cincinnati Premium Outlets 400 Premium Outlets Drive Monroe, OH 513-539-0710

Tanger Outlets 8000 Factory Shops Blvd Jeffersonville, OH 740-948-9091/800-407-5005

antique ShopS

Grand Antique Mall

9701 Reading Road Cincinnati, OH 513-554-1919

Wooden Nickel Antiques

1410 Central Pkwy Cincinnati, OH 513-241-2985

Ferguson’s Antique Mall

4939 Glenway Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-921-1111

Covered Bridge Antique Mall

7508 Hamilton Ave Cincinnati, OH 513- 521-5739

Bromwell’s

117 West Fourth Street Cincinnati, OH 513-621-0620

The Antiques Warehouse Camp Washington Cincinnati, OH 513-319-5405

Design Smith Gallery

1342 Main St Cincinnati, OH 513- 403-2382

English Traditions Inc.

2041 Madison Rd Cincinnati, OH 513-321-4730