If you’re over this week’s storms and ready to get out an have some fun, here are a few events around town to check out.
Competitive play is back on at the Cincinnati Open with matches featuring some of the world’s top tennis players like Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic, and Venus and Serena Williams. Second round matches begin on Saturday night. Ticket prices vary based on day, time, and section. Thurs, Aug 13-Sun, Aug 16, 11 a.m., Lindner Family Tennis Center, 5460 Courseview Dr., Mason
If you love fish and are ready to roll the dice on midwestern seafood, this food festival has you covered with over 50 dishes from a dozen vendors to try. In addition to the famous $11.95 Whole Maine Lobster, attendees can try Po’Boys, lobster rolls, crab rangoon, shrimp tacos, and more while enjoying local live music. Thurs, Aug 13-Sun, Aug 16, Newport Festival Park, 201 Riverboat Row, Newport
Happily Indie After Book Convention
Over 140 authors will be in attendance at this celebration of indie and romantasy literature which will also feature BookTokers, vendors, audiobook narrators, vendors, panels, and much more. This year’s keynote speaker is Dangerous Attraction author Leah C. Taylor. Tickets start at $30 for general admission and attendees are encouraged to bring children’s books to donate. Fri, Aug 14-Sat, Aug 15, Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Rd., Sharonville
Cincinnati Antique Jewelry Festival
For the second year, vintage jewelry enthusiasts can peruse a festival full of vendors and collectors showing off and selling unique antique pieces. Attendees will also get to enjoy a Friday happy hour and a special presentation by acclaimed collector and seller Kim Klosterman. Tickets are $10. Fri, Aug 14-Sat, Aug 15, The Barn at the Woman’s Art Club Cultural Center, 6980 Cambridge Ave., Mariemont
Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett is stopping at MegaCorp Pavilion as part of her “Creature of Habit” tour. The artist best known for her witty deadpan style and songs like “Avant Gardener” and “Pedestrian at Best” will be joined by contemporary jazz singer Zoh Amba. Tickets start at $48. Fri, Aug 14, 8 p.m., MegaCorp Pavilion, 101 W. Fourth St., Newport
The cult favorite indie folk band is coming to the Taft to celebrate the August 7 release of the group’s 24th album, Days. In addition to new songs like “Charlie Sheen Reaches Out to the Feds,” the Mountain Goats will be playing hits like “No Children”, “This Year”, and “Up the Wolves.” Tickets start at $56. Fri, Aug 14, 8 p.m., Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., downtown
At the fifth annual Karen Wellington Foundation 5k, participants will run through VOA Park to help bring some fun back to the lives of breast cancer patients. Registration is $50 for adults and $25 for kids. All are welcome to attend the free afterparty with music, food trucks, drinks, raffles, prizes, and more. Sat, Aug 15, 9 a.m., Voice of America Park, 7850 VOA Park Dr., West Chester Twp.
The Hindu Temple of Greater Cincinnati is opening its doors for cultural festival with live music and dance performances, educational showcases, artisan vendors, kids games and rides, community activities, and plenty of authentic food from multiple Indian regions. Admission is free. Sat, Aug 15, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Hindu Temple of Greater Cincinnati, 720 Barg Salt Run Rd., Anderson Twp.
Summermusik: ¡Jangueo boricua!
This “Puerto Rican Hangout” features acclaimed cuatro player Fabiola Méndez in a program of Puerto Rican guitar music as well as traditional songs accompanied by local band Son del Caribe. Presented at Delhi Event Center, it’s one of the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra’s “A Little Afternoon Musik” programs in this year’s Summermusik series. Sun, Aug 16, 4 p.m., Delhi Event Center, 5031 Delhi Rd., Delhi Twp.
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