The 31st Annual Italian Festival is coming to the City of Newport. The Italian Festival, also known as “Italianfest,” was founded in 1991 when Mayor Thomas Guidugli Sr. and Commissioner Jerry Peluso recognized a need in the community for a family-oriented event that celebrated the Italian cultural heritage present in Newport for generations. The Italian […]
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Second Saturday Concert in the Park series returns to Bellevue
The Second Saturday Concert in the Park series is back in Bellevue this Saturday, June 10. The event at Bellevue Beach Park, 100 Ward Ave., runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Abe’s Lincoln takes the stage at 7 p.m. Food, drinks, and treats will be available for purchase. It is recommended to bring […]
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Juneteenth in Covington: ‘I am because you are’
“It’s (Juneteenth) really a reflection and celebration, and just remembering that we are one community.” Tracy Stokes said Covington’s Juneteenth event is set apart from others because they focus on providing information about access to services. “We know that many times folks of color, especially Black Americans globally, there is a disparity when it comes […]
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Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road to host inaugural Girl Scout 500
Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road is bringing girls together from Eastern, Northern, and Southeast Kentucky for The Girl Scout 500, the first-ever valve car race, and STEM Fest. The event will be held on Saturday, June 17, at the future site of Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Leadership Campus in Erlanger. Valve car […]
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Kentucky Symphony Orchestra announces 2023 Summer Park Series
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra is rolling out its 29th consecutive summer series of concerts in the parks starting in July. The summer concert series will come to outdoor amphitheaters in Devou Park in Covington and Tower Park in Fort Thomas. Shows run at 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays at Devou Park and 7:30 p.m. Sundays at Tower Park. […]
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Wee Folks Fest coming to Covington next weekend
Enjoy arts and crafts, dancing, and storytellers at the Wee Folks Fest coming to Covington next Saturday, June 10, for people of all ages. Building upon a local tradition of over 15 years, Wee Folks Fest welcomes children and adults to take part in wand-making and other crafts, watch a maypole dance, or ride on […]
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Ohio River Challenge: Paddling 250 miles to promote river recreation this week
On June 2, a team of paddlers is set to embark on the Ohio River Challenge, a 250-mile, 10-day expedition from Portsmouth, Ohio to Louisville. Retracing the route of past explorers, their expedition has a modern-day mission to forge partnerships that showcase the region’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Along the […]
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Northern Kentucky public pools: when they open and where to find them
School is out, and while it’s still technically spring, summer has basically begun. Pools and splash pads across Northern Kentucky have started opening for the season. Here is a list of everything you need to know: Florence Aquatic Center: The aquatic center’s season runs from May 27 through Aug. 13. After Aug. 13, the pool […]
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Alexandria café fuses fun of board games with love of coffee
“I love to cook, I love to bake, I love games, and I love the family-oriented feel.” Owner of Main Street’s Bored Game Café, Priscilla Brownfield, got her home-based processing license in 2018 and started baking cupcakes, cheesecakes, and loaves of bread in her home. That spawned a desire to open her own bakery or […]
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Former Netflix executive and author making Kenton County Library stop on book tour
Former Netflix executive and author Barbie Brewer will make the first stop of her book tour at the Kenton County Public Library for her book “Lead and Let Live: Leadership Lessons.” Brewer will discuss with the audience about her book during the event, offering life lessons for work and home. With her experience at companies […]