February 3
1st FRIDAY GALLERY HOP
Enjoy great local art and the works of visiting artists at the galleries, shops and art-filled pubs of historic downtown Covington and Mainstrasse Village. Also enjoy coffee & dessert, dinner, drinks, shopping & music at the many restaurants, pubs and unique shoppes along the hop route. 6pm-10pm. Pick up a map at the Artisans Enterprise Center.
Location: 25 W. 7th Street, Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 859-292-2322
www.covingtonarts.com
February 4
Pre-Valentine's Day Concert by Raison D'Etre Trio at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
1 - 3pm - Raison D'Etre Trio Concert - Violet Rae Webster, Vickie Ellis and Roberta Schultz will perform selections from their Hearts Contents CD. The trio provide a combination of traditional, spiritual, sentimental journey, western, and a capella. The concert is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 8 (Snow Date February 15)
Wine Walk
Celebrate American Heart Month with the 6th Annual Newport on the Levee Wine Walk on Wednesday, February 8, 6pm-9pm. Proceeds from the event benefit the American Heart Association. New in 2012, members of the young professional, non-profit organization, LEGACY of Northern Kentucky, will serve as event hosts and will help guide Wine Walk participants as they travel from venue to venue. Wine Walk attendees will visit various Levee venues to sample wine selections and heart healthy hors d’oeuvre tastes. Wine Walk venues include: Bar Louie, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Claddagh Irish Pub, GameWorks, Jefferson Hall, Mitchell’s Fish Market, Star Lanes on the Levee, and StoneBrook Winery inside Art on the Levee. Wine lovers are also encouraged to wear red at the event to show their support of the American Heart Association and American Heart Month. The non-refundable event fee is $35 or $30 for young professionals; must be 21 or older to participate. Each Wine Walk participant will receive a commemorative wine glass. For more information or to register for Wine Walk, visit www.newportonthelevee.com.
Phone Number: (859) 815-1389
www.newportonthelevee.com/events/details.aspx?id=360
February 10
Pure Prairie League in concert @ Newport Syndicate
Enjoy a fabulous dinner buffet and incredible live performance by Pure Prairie League with special guest Craig Fuller. Dinner @ 6pm; Show @ 7:30pm. See event website for full details.
Location: Newport Syndicate - 18 E. Fifth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-491-8000 (venue); 859-781-7700 (tickets)
www.rwatickets.com or www.newportsyndicate.com
February 10 - 25
The 39 Steps @ Falcon Theater
What do you get when you combine the genius of Alfred Hitchcock,the zany humor or Monty Python and the boundless energy of 4 incredibly versatile actors? You get one hysterical parody of all the great Hitchcock film thrillers! Performances on Feb 10-11, 17-18 and 24-25. See the event website for tickets and full information.
Location: Monmouth Theatre - 636 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 513-479-6783
www.falcontheater.net
February 11
The Van-Dells in concert @ Newport Syndicate
Enjoy a fabulous dinner buffet and an exciting live concert by the Van-Dells, the nation's #1 rock & roll review specializing in '50s & '60s rock & roll. Call or see event website for details.
Location: Newport Syndicate - 18 E. Fifth St, Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-491-8000 (venue); 859-781-7700 (tickets)
www.rwatickets.com or www.newportsyndicate.com
February 11
Pre-Valentine's Day Bourbon & Chocolate Food Tasting at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
Noon-6pm -- "Kentucky ProudT Food Tasting" featuring Kentucky ProudT bourbon and chocolate food items from Applecreek Orchards, Bourbon Barrel Foods, Ruth Hunt Candies and Weisenberger Mills. The Tasting is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 12
Super Sunday Family Programming: Celebration of Black Roots
Celebrate Black History Month with a storyteller, music and crafts. Have a conversation with notable African Americans first person interrupters. Listen to stories of hardship and escape on the underground railroad and the uplifting sounds of gospel music. Free Admission! Sponsored by The Greater Cincinnati Foundation.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd Devou Park Covington
Phone: 859-491-4003
www.bcmuseum.org
February 16
Bank of Kentucky Center -- Blake Shelton in concert
Shelton was named the CMA's 2010 male vocalist of the year. See the event website for tickets and full information to his Well lit & Amplified Tour 2012. 7:30pm.
Location: Bank of Kentucky Center - 500 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099
Phone: 800-745-3000
www.bankofkentuckycenter.com
February 16
Brian Johnson of AC/DC @ The Madison
An evening of stories and music. Tickets $30, $25 advance.
Location: Madison Theater - 730 Madison Ave, Covington, KY 41011
Phone: 800-745-3000
www.madisontheateronline.com or www.ticketmaster.com
February 16, - 26
The Farnsworth Invention @ NKU
A production of Northern Kentucky University Dept of Theatre and Dance. From Aaron Sorkin, the Academy Award winning writer of The Social Network, A Few Good Men and The West Wing. Play tells the story of Philo Farnsworth, a boy genius from Rigby, Idaho who, at age 22, invented television only to become involved in an all-or-nothing legal battle with David Sarnoff, the young president of RCA and America's first communications mogul. In this classic tale of little guy versus the corporate machine, Farnsworth not only fights for his rights but for his slice of the American dream. See the event website for tickets and full performance information.
Location: Northern Kentucky University - Nunn Dr, NKU Corbett Theatre, Highland Heights
Phone: 859-572-5464
www.nku.edu/~theatre
February 17
“Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods” Opening Event
At 6pm, noted historian Rick Bell, author of The Great Flood of 1937 - Rising Waters, Soaring Spirits will give fascinating presentation. Mr. Bell’s work was the first book-length study of this major natural disaster since 1937. Looking at images and community reactions, he paints a vivid picture of the harrowing days in the winter of 1937 when the Ohio River flooded along its entire length and reached its highest level ever in Greater Cincinnati, officially recorded at 79.9 feet. The event is free for museum members and $5 for future museum members.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 17 & 18
16th Annual 96Rock MainStrasse Village Mardi Gras
Get out your beads, it's time to party "New Orleans-style" in MainStrasse Village!
8pm until 1am in the Entertainment Tent. And then continue the party in the MainStrasse Bars! Begin your Mardi Gras Celebration in our huge MainStrasse Village Entertainment Tent or your favorite MainStrasse Village Business. Entertainment Tent with live music and Cajun Food by Shiska Haus opens at 8 p.m. Music by THE WEBSTERS begins following the parade both nights. BIG HEAD PARADE on Friday and GRANDE PARADE on Saturday begin at 8:00 p.m. and will travel down Main Street. Anyone interested in entering a float, Big Head or walking in the parade, please contact the MainStrasse Village Association at 859-491-0458 for an entry form.
Only 6,000 tickets will be sold for each night. Presale tickets are $10 each night or $15 for both nights and are available on line at www.mainstrasse.org or by calling 859-491-0459. Tickets will also be available at the door for $10 each night. YOU MUST BE 21 TO PURCHASE A TICKET! Baubles, Bangles and BEADS will be available at MainStrasse Village businesses.
Phone: 859-491-0459
www.mainstrasse.org
Feb. 18 - May 27
Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods
Get swept away into Behringer-Crawford Museum’s latest exhibit, “Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods.” Taking a special look at the regional floods that occured in 1884, 1913, 1937 and 1997, this exhibit explores how these floods changed forever the Ohio River Valley. The rising waters altered lives and left lasting marks in the community. In addition, the exhibit discusses why floods occur, aspects of flood prevention, the important roles levees play in our everyday lives and provides multi-sensory experiences through interactive components and documentaries produced by WKRC/Local 12 personality and celebrated local historian Dan Hurley.
Visitors will have the opportunity to become part of the Ohio Valley Flood history by sharing their personal stories about the floods that ravaged our region in 1937 and 1997. If you have a story or experience you would like to share, contact BCM for scheduled dates and times.
This exhibit will open for museum members and future members at 6 p.m February 17 with a presentation by noted historian Rick Bell, author of The Great Flood of 1937 - Rising Waters, Soaring Spirits. He will discuss the book’s in-depth look at the 1937 flood and its effects on the community. Soak up the knowledge of our rivers’ power. The opening event is free to museum members and with a $5 charge for future museum members. Members Opening Feb. 17, 6 p.m. For more information about the exhibit or other BCM activities, please call.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd Devou Park Covington
Phone
859-491-4003
E-mail: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 18
Celtic Concert at Kentucky Haus Artisan Center
1 - 3pm - Nancy Bick Clark and Frank Clark will entertain guests with a selection of Celtic and original tunes featuring the bodhran, Celtic harp, dulcimer, recorder and vocal. Concert is free and open to the public.
Location: Kentucky Haus Artisan Center located inside Kentucky Pickens at the Newport Levee, 1 Levee Way #1120, Newport
Phone: (859) 261-4287
www.kentuckyhaus.com
February 21
Tot Tuesdays: Presidents
It is time to honor the great men who lead our country. Come visit BCM with your tot as we honor the Presidents. At this program you will sit down and listen o a great presidential story. You will also be able to make a craft celebrating those great men, all while you spend some quality time with your little one. Event is free with admission to the museum. Ages 2-5.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
February 22
“Our Rivers’ Fury: Past and Present Ohio Valley Floods” Oral History Collection
Now is your chance to become part of Ohio Valley Flood History. From 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Boone County Public Library staff will be at Behringer-Crawford Museum interviewing volunteers about the floods of 1937 and 1997. If you have a story or experience you would like to share please contact BCM to schedule an appointment.
Location: Behringer-Crawford Museum 1600 Montague Rd. Devou Park, Covington
Phone: (859)-491-4003
Email: info@bcmuseum.org
www.bcmuseum.org
Thriough - April 1
Turfway Park- Winter/Spring Meet
No trip to Kentucky is complete without the excitement of live thouroughbred horse racing! See the Turfway Park website for post times for the Winter/Spring Meet and for information on scheduled promotions and special events throughout the season. General admission and parking are free.
Location: Turfway Park - 7500 Turfway Rd, Florence, KY 41042
Phone: 800-733-0200 or 859-371-0200
www.turfway.com
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Every Friday
Heritage Demonstrations at
The Historic William Arnold Log Home
The Historic William Arnold Log Home is open to the public every Friday 11 - 4. This historic structure was the home of the town's founder. Each Friday there will be heritage demonstrations, such as chair weaving, basket weaving, quilting, etc. Free Admission
Location: On Main Street in downtown Williamstown
October
Kentucky Horse Heritage Days
Animal Swap, 4-H Showcase of Animals, Showcase of Breeds, Light Weight Horse Pull, Drill Team Demonstration, Arts & Crafts Show, 4-H Nature Trail Walk, Heavy Weight Horse Pull, Fun Show, 4-H Cow Drop Bingo, artists/craftspeople's with Pottery, paintings, handmade purses, jewelry,, wood carvings, photography, basketry, herbal soaps, folkart, glass jewelry maker, candle maker,quilts,and much more. Several Kentucky Proud food vendors will also be selling their products. Many crafters will be demonstrating their skill.
859-322-3082
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