What a super cool museum! We got a tour and learned so much about all things SIGNS. You can learn…read moreabout all the history of signs from metal signs to plastic signs to ones with light bulb to the neon signs that we know and love today. The collection really is huge and you can see some very antique signs. Lots of photo opportunities. I think they might even be expanding and adding more signs. It was definitely a fun way to spend my afternoon in Cincy!

We had a really fun time at this museum! There is an audio tour available through QR codes and…read morealso a scavenger hunt with three different levels to help you better engage with the museum. It was interesting seeing the historical progression of signs through different eras. I really loved the way the town shop area was set up. Staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Plenty of free parking right outside the museum doors. The only reason I knocked off a star is that it was smaller than I expected. You will only need a max of two hours here.

Went to the monthly Bier Garten to listen to some German music, drink some German beer, and eat…read moresome German food. I accomplished all three, talked with old friends and met some new ones.

I have only visited the Germania Society at Christmas time, as it's a family tradition to enjoy an…read moreevening at their annual Christmas festival, so this review is specific to that event. A must do, at least once (but you'll probably want to come back) Outdoor festival grounds + huge tents filled with: *authentic German fare- (try the PICKLE SOUP!) *tables & tables of decadent Bavarian desserts *arts & crafts vendors *German specialty craft vendors *Music (german and holiday themed) *kids entertainment *horse & carriage wagon rides (last time we all sang Christmas carols as group during our ride) *bon fires *Krampus visits (our families favorite) *Santa Photos & Visits *Beer (of course) *If it's nice weather (like not too cold)- it will be crowded- so be prepared *If it's really cold weather - it will also be really crowded because more people will be in the tents, so also be prepared.

Atmosphere is cozy, and definitely you'll feel the 70-80's movie scenes!…read more This mini theatre isn't big, but you'll feel nostalgia!

New and Indie Movie House that brings you back to a time when the movies was an experience!…read more It's small (TWSS). Let's get that out of the way. However, it's unassuming at first look. I actually don't know how many theaters are within Esquire, but there are several. If you're going for your reclining seats, your drink holders, you craft cocktails and beer..... go somewhere else, Yuppie. If you're going for the experience of seeing a movie and soaking it all in, go to the Esquire Theatre. They play Independent, New Run, Foreign and Retro movies primarily. I've even gone and seen Animation Festival Collections. Their selection changes weekly, so visit their website for the latest and greatest. You can purchase tix online, but they also have the old school box office window, with a live person, at the front. Literally a box office! Once you enter, you're greeted by the smell of fresh delicious popcorn. Freshly made and, if you so desire, with REAL butter. Yes.... REAL butter! Not some butter flavored "liquid". They have a modest candy offering along with drinks. But you know what they don't have? Pricing that makes you reconsider choices in your life or having to check in with your financial advisor before you buy a small popcorn and drink. I don't know the prices off the top of my head, but I can say that when I buy a small popcorn and a drink, I don't have the urge to angrily ask the person behind the counter if they "are feel good about what they're doing". Reclining seats? Nope. Drink holder? I don't know, maybe. Stadium style seating? No...you're not at a stadium. Plush comfy cusiony seating? Not a chance. Old school flip-down movie house seats? You got that right! And they are fantastic. Look... I'm not boarding a nine hour international flight. I'm going to see a movie. I'm fine with a regular movie seat. The theaters aren't big either. This isn't a complaint. If I really want to see some highly intense visual masterpiece of a movie, then sure, I might got to one of the "big theater" theaters with their IMAX Dolby-riffic Deluxe 8D Aural Experience to sodomize your senses. But, those usually aren't my jam, and that's just me. I like a good movie. The Clifton area is what it is. It's artsy, quirky, independent and fun. It's a great atmosphere and, in my opinion, The Esquire is the heart of Clifton. The way that way-back-when marquee juts out from the building with it's big bright bulbs ablaze that's telling of what's playing NOW. It's a work of art in itself and always a great experience. Would I go back? Hell yes. It's my first choice for movies that I cannot always find elsewhere. Much of the Esquire's selection doesn't always play at "big box" theaters. Sure, they play some of the first run new movies, but they offer so much more than that. Make a night of it, in Clifton. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance to choose from. Have dinner, maybe check out a few of the independent shops up and down the street and then head to your movie. It will be a great night. Pro-tip: Watch the parking. You can park on the street, but be mindful of the signs. You can use whatever parking app it is (I can't remember) and max out the time. I do believe you can extend it right from the app, should your movie run longer than your parking time limit. There are also various parking lots.

The people at the concession were so kind they allowed me to come in and sit down as I arrived…read moreearly. The popcorn was fresh and not overpriced. Great value great people great time.

Cute little gem of a theatre with a storied history. Offers a wide variety of shows for both kids…read moreand adults to enjoy and a wonderful sense of community. Definitely worth a visit!

We went here today for a school field trip and the kids (1st and 5th graders) absolutely loved it!…read moreI really appreciated that there was also adult humor incorporated into the show! The building is absolutely gorgeous and although it wasn't open today, they did have a condensation stand with a bar. Parking was a bit of a pain though, I ended up parking a block or 2 away from the theater itself. The show was incredible and blew my expectations out of the water! My only suggestion is to not sit in the top row, as you can sometimes see what is happening in the back. Overall, we loved this place and will definitely be back!

From the owner: Madcap Puppets is nationally recognized for engaging and original children's theatre productions,…read moreas well as in-school educational programs that include performances, workshops and residencies. Children's learning experiences are enriched with performances based on world literature and cultures, thanks to our partnerships with schools and libraries across the country. Audiences enjoy the collaborations with orchestras, museums, opera and ballet, which allow us to bring a richly textured artistic experience to children and their families. To kick off all the fun, we premiere each season's original productions through the Hats Off series at the Cincinnati Art Museum and Clifton Cultural Arts Center.

Wowzers! Are you looking for a fun Saturday morning for the kids, the family, or even a student…read moregroup? THIS is the spot. Ms. Fumi and the team at Bi-Okoto are ready to lead you and your group (large or small) through a fun series of movements, play, sound, and singing. Stop telling your kids to sit still and not make noise. Here they'll be encouraged to get up, move around, make all the noise they can, AND work together while learning about West African culture and traditions. I took a small group of students from UC for a private lesson today, and they had an amazing time, dancing, drumming, and even singing! I'm incredibly impressed with the ability of the team at Bi-Okoto to draw everyone into the fun, and will absolutely be back with other groups in the future!

For over ten years, Bi-Okoto Drum and Dance Theatre has promoted cultural diversity and…read moreunderstanding of African heritage through music, movement and language. This troupe has toured over 39 States and countries such as South Korea , Italy, Germany, and France. Dance styles include apepe (from Ijebu, part of the Yoruba land), koroso (ceremonial dance from northern Nigeria), jameba (Nigerian tribal dance), and apeja (celebrates end of fishing festival in Nigeria). Tempo varies from subtle and sensual to boisterous and energetic but always entertaining. After seeing this group perform at the Fines Arts Fund Sampler Weekend, I understood that Bi-Okoto are teachers as well as artists. Audience participation is integral to their performances, from rhythmic clapping to responding to songs in Nigerian dialects (don't worry they'll instruct you what to say). If you have the opportunity to see Bi-Okoto, definitely check them out. A trip to Africa will never be so close to home.

We chose CCAC for our wedding reception because it was in the same neighborhood as the church where…read morewe got married. When we started planning, Raine was the event coordinator. She was immediately buffaloed by straight-forward questions, and she just would not stay organized or save/file any documents we supplied at her request, so I ended up having to make a packet of all of her info so she could keep track better. I really felt like I was her secretary, but she was supposed to be working for us! A few weeks before the wedding she was letting us know when to have our vendors come drop off our orders, but she would change the timeframe day to day, which led to me having to keep updating our florist, caterer and table rental people. Working with her added so much work on my end since I had to keep updating the vendors on when they could come drop off our order when Raine shifted the timeline and then sending the same information over and over since Raine didn't save it the first time she requested it. Luckily for us, Raine was replaced by Liz about 2 weeks before the wedding, and our experience immediately improved! Liz seems to be someone who is on top of things and cares about her clients. Liz was great about anticipating our needs beyond what we had already considered. As far as the space itself, the CCAC ballroom is a little bare, but we were really happy with how it looked with our decorations. They have a great lighting system, so we were able to program the lights on different modes for dinner versus dancing. Our guests had the chance to go around to the art gallery and onto the roof where there are a few firepits, so it was excellent for our guests who weren't big dancers. I think having other spaces for everyone to go gave everyone the chance to stay through to the end of the night. I was really happy nobody left early! For the price (about $4500), I thought the plastic folding chairs that come with the rental were a little flimsy and uncomfortable, so I splurged on banquet chairs from an outside vendor. My main selling point with CCAC was that it was walkable from our church, so I really didn't consider anywhere else. If I had worked with Liz from the start, and if CCAC offered better chairs or a little lower price I think I would easily give CCAC 5*!

It's summer time and time for the Wednesdays on the Green series. Last week The Comet Bluegrass…read moreAllstars kicked of the 2012 series with a huge crowd completely filling up the lawn. I came with a friend and her two kids. The series is free and happens every Wednesday 7pm until August 1st. Art activities are available for the kids, you sign up and they assign you a time, about every 15 minutes 7pm, 7:15, 7:30, 7:45. The kids enjoyed the activity and there was a line for parents signing up their kids for the activity. Plus the Habanero food truck and Street Pops are available for purchase. Habanero ran out of food, boo hoo, I came hungry, so they're bringing more this week. So everyone enjoyed a variety of the Street Pops - Chocolate Peanut butter - mmm good. Come on down and enjoy this weekly free treat, donations are accepted to continue this wonderful summer programming for all.

Kristian offered a fantastic show, a magically funny entertainer! Highly recommend. Entertainment…read morefor all ages

From the owner: Professional magician — Kristian Charles is always the life of the party. A member of the…read moreInternational Brotherhood of Magicians, Kristian is an award winning magician and has received accolades from both party-goers and professional groups alike. With clientele ranging from local private parties to corporate events, Kristian's high-energy, interactive magic is sure to bring - not just fun - but professionalism, experience and, most importantly, entertainment to your event.

It's was exciting and private we stayed overnight for a special birthday celebration we brought in…read moreall of the fun things we needed to make our evening complete,food-games and drink

The Swing House in Cincinnati is a man's love story about a home restoration project. The swing as…read morethe focal point allows an interaction and appreciation for how the walls around you transcend into a work of art. We booked a stay here through AirBnB. The host is very kind and welcoming and allowed us to visit his house in progress next door. The home is equipped with everything you'll need for your stay as well as a very good sound system that is perfect for enhancing your artwork experience.