The owner of Purple Paisley Local Artisan Shop said that her shop helps local artists by “giving them a place to help create their success.” Purple Paisley opened in 2019, right before the COVID lockdowns, but Loretta Helfrich and her team stuck it out, and they will be celebrating their fifth anniversary this year. Right […]
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‘Art After Hours’ returns to Campbell County Library with 16 regional artists
Art After Hours is returning to the Carrico/Fort Thomas Branch of the Campbell County Public Library. The event returns on July 25, from 7 to 9 p.m., featuring 16 regional artists showcasing a diverse array of artwork. Community members can spend time listening to music provided by RICKY NYE INC while exploring different artists’ work […]
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BLINK announces 2026 dates, deadline for artists to apply
It may feel like a long way away, but Cincinnati’s favorite light and art festival will return before you know it. The leadership team behind BLINK announced Tuesday it will return to the Tri-State Oct. 8-11, 2026. They’ve also opened their call to artists, inviting those locally, nationally and internationally to submit their installation, mural […]
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Weezer, Maren Morris, Mt. Joy to perform at America’s River Roots festival
America’s River Roots has announced more of the musical acts that will take the stage during the festival to kick off America’s 250th celebration, which will happen in 2026. Three new artists have been announced so far: Iconic rock band Weezer, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris and indie-rock group Mt. Joy. The lineup also features Kathy […]
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Live and local: Music festivals take center stage
Northern Kentucky is a burgeoning market for music festivals, with the region boasting several live music venues that offer concertgoers diverse experiences. Julie Kirkpatrick, CEO of meetNKY, Northern Kentucky’s tourism bureau, believes that music festivals were a great way for the region to generate money for the local economy, foster civic pride, and highlight small […]
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The Carnegie’s summer theater season growing in popularity: ‘People are clearly coming out’
Summer is officially here, and for The Carnegie, that means the start of their theater season for the year. The Covington-based theater, situated in the largest and only multidisciplinary arts venue in Northern Kentucky, is presenting three shows as part of its summer programming. This is the fourth year The Carnegie has run shows in […]
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Need a family-friendly summer activity? Try Art in the Park
School’s out, and the kids are looking for something to do. Is there anything fun and educational they could do? There is! Every Tuesday morning, families can go down to Pioneer Park in Kenton County for a weekly event called Art in the Park. “Basically, it’s an opportunity for kids to come and just be […]
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Opening act for Merchants & Music Festival announced
The city of Fort Thomas has announced that Give it to ‘Em, FLORABELLE! will be the opening act for the Merchants & Music Festival. Give it to ‘Em, FLORABELLE! is a Missoula Montana based, honky tonk-soul funk super band. The band motto, “One for all, and all for the band,” is a mission statement in […]
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NKY dance studio builds community leaders, gives back through art and service
A local dance studio in Erlanger is teaching students more than just dance steps — it’s creating community leaders who understand the importance of giving back. For 26 years, Expressions Dance Theatre owner and director Cara Patrick has continued a family tradition of using dance as a platform for community service. “Back to when my mom, Connie, […]
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Florence Juneteenth event celebrates history, community
A celebration in Florence on Thursday highlighted local service agencies, businesses, culture and history in honor of Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the final delivery of news of emancipation to Black Americans in 1865. This was the event’s third year, and it focused on the theme of “family reunion,” said event organizer Sienna Thompson. Thompson […]
