Sunday February 18

Author

Bridgett Raffenberg
February 18, 2024

Hello Cincinnati!

We might be spending our Friday evenings at a Fish Fry…. but this week? Cincinnati chili is calling your name!

National Chili Day is February 22 (Thursday) and lots of local spots have deals that day. The Chili Day specials are usually announced during the week so be sure to watch for deals at Skyline, Gold Star Chili, etc.

Citybeat is jumping on the bandwagon and running Cincinnati Chili Week all week long (Feb. 19-25). Get $5-$7 chili deals from 17 different local restaurants.

Highlights For This Week:

Monday, Feb. 19: Hyde Park Library (temporary library location - 3764 Paxton) hosts an Adult Board Game Club, 7-10pm.

Tuesday, Feb. 20: Join other card playing enthusiasts at March First Brewing for Euchre Night, Tuesdays starting at 6:30pm. Free to play. They used to say you could come with or without a partner.

Wednesday, Feb. 21: Head to the MadTree Brewing to play some Pickleball! All levels are welcome to play in this indoor “arena”.

Thursday, Feb. 22: There’s a Mindfulness Walk in the Krohn Conservatory happening from 7pm to 8:30pm. This program, held against the backdrop of the Krohn Conservatory Spring Flower Exhibit, is designed after a Japanese-inspired practice called “Shinrin-Yoku” (translated as forest bathing or bathing in the healing elements of nature). The program includes a slow guided walk with a sequence of soothing, nature-based readings, moments of stillness and poetry. Registration required.

Mark Your Calendar:

Discover the joy of fishing with “Fishing for Beginners”, happening on the second Saturdays of March to September. Great Parks invites you to Lake Isabella for a comprehensive session that will cover the basics of fishing. They offer a limited number of fishing rods on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring everyone can access the necessary equipment. Registration required.

The show will go on! Summerfair will be back at Coney Island again this year, May 31-June 2, 2024. Admission charged.

A Trojan goat, faux monks, adults in costume? It’s almost time for The Bockfest Parade! Head downtown for this Bockfest kickoff on Friday, March 1.

Sign Up:

Sign ups for Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum’s Horticulture Tram Tour open on Friday, Feb. 23 at noon. The actual event itself happens on March 23, 2:30-4pm. Registration required and their events fill up fast so don’t delay.

Looking for a quick getaway? How about a Murder Mystery Dinner in the Grand Ballroom at The Kentucky Castle? They have four different Murder Mystery themed nights in March. Registration required.

Great Parks wants to help you log some miles… pig style! Held in collaboration with the Cincinnati Flying Pig, The Hog Log Hiking Series is a series of ten one-mile hiking adventures designed to engage young explorers in the wonders of nature. Get signed up for their Hog Log Hiking Series, happening Feb. 24 - April 27. Registration required.

Sign up for “Adding Herbs to Your Garden”, a class at the Delhi branch of the Cincinnati Public Library. Sue Vogt, from the Herb Society of Greater Cincinnati, will focus on the benefits of growing herbs – culinary and aromatic. Registration is required for this free class that takes place on March 21, 7-8pm.

Deals and Discounts:

February 25 and March 3 are Hero Days at the Cincinnati Home and Garden Show. Active military, veterans, police, fire and first responders receive FREE admission to the show with valid ID on either Sunday.

Watch for National Chili Day specials for Thursday! They are usually posted on the Facebook pages for local chili parlors.

Date Night Idea:

Planning ahead - tickets for March cooking classes at Tablespoon Cooking Co. go on sale Thursday, February 22 at noon. Watch for classes like Shrimp Pad Thai, New Orleans Favorites, Pan Seared Salmon, British Pub Food, and much more. I’ve taken a number of their classes and LOVE them! Locally owned and operated too!

Things to Do Next Weekend:

I update our list of things to do for the weekend on Mondays.

Here’s the full list of weekend events: Best Things to Do This Weekend

Highlights for next weekend include:

  • Home and Garden Show

  • Maple Sugar Days

  • Full Moon Walk

  • Plant Swap

  • and more!

We have a new event calendar over on our site!

Photo of the Week:

It’s becoming one of my favorite spots to eat - The Gatherall at Factory 52. Located in Norwood (in the space that used to be the U.S. Playing Card Factory), this new-ish food hall offers up some great selections.

I do believe I have now sampled something from every single spot in The Gatherall (is that something I should admit?!). I hate to direct you to any one spot but so far my favorites are Gabriela's Chicken Adobo, Trophy Pizza’s (newly opened there) Grandma Pizza, the Roasted Squash and Asian Pear Salad from Melt, Braised Oxtail Nachos from Shango’s Urban Taqueria…. I could go on and on an on.

Try them out for yourself soon!