Top 9 things to do this weekend

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Price Hill Cultural Heritage Fest showcases all of its diversity in one go; it takes place at St. Lawrence Corner in Price Hill . Photo: culturalheritagefest.com
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Posted: 08/24/2012

Looking for something to do this weekend? 9 News has teamed up with CityBeat to give you the top nine picks!

1. Germania Society 42nd Annual Oktoberfest

Kick off Oktoberfest season Friday with Cincinnati’s oldest celebration of German culture, heritage and, of course, beer. With more than 40 years to perfect the art of sauerkraut and schnitzel, the Germania Society’s Oktoberfest is one of the most authentic in the city.

Come hungry and wear a belt with a few extra notches, because between the Klubhouse sauerbraten dinner, schwenkbraten and Limburger cheese sandwiches, you’re going to need the space. Wash down your five helpings of dinner with various Warsteiner and Spaten biers.

Get more details here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/event-germania-society-42nd-annual-oktoberfest) .

2. Price Hill Cultural Heritage Fest

Price Hill is a community through and through, and it’s proud to be where and what it is. A self-proclaimed (and rightfully so) “global village,” Price Hill is something of a culture haven. To showcase all of its diversity in one go, the little town is putting on its annual Cultural Heritage Fest this Saturday, featuring all things local and wonderful.

That community spirit will surely come alive when the streets are draped in colorful artworks and jewelry from our local artists, with the sounds of the city’s top-notch musicians filling the void.

Click here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/event-price-hill-cultural-heritage-fest) for more information.

3. Lions and tigers and bears- for half price!

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is offering half-price admission and parking during its Visitor Appreciation Days, which run from Friday, Aug. 24 through Sunday, Aug. 26. Admission will be $7.50 for adults and $5 for children (ages 2-12) and seniors. There is no admission charge for children younger than two.

If you haven't made a trip to the zoo yet this summer, now's the perfect chance. Get more information here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/news/region_central_cincinnati/avondale/half-price-admission-and-parking-at-the-cincinnati-zoo-this-weekend) .

4. 4th Sunday Mainstrasse Antiques, Etc.

picturesque fall day: strolling through a promenade in Covington’s elegant, historic Mainstrasse Village amongst a bevy of antique and vintage wares for sale from a collection of more than 30 dealers peddling heirloom glassware, jewelry, furniture and trinkets from bygone eras.

Pick what tickles your nostalgic fancy the most.

Find out more here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/event-4th-sunday-mainstrasse-antiques-etc) .

5. River Downs Dog Day of Summer

Everyone thinks their dog is a "one in a million" pooch, but this weekend you'll have the chance to prove it at the River Downs Dog Day of Summer.

If your dog has a special talent or a unique trait, River Downs is holding several canine contests, including talent, costume, look-a-like and ugliest pooch, in which you can show off your fury friend.

This year marks the first River Downs Dog Day of Summer, which takes place Saturday Aug. 25. Dogs are welcome in the east end of the grandstand and the event is open to all breeds.

The event is free and the Sonny Moorman Group is performing after the festivities. For more info go here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/celebrate-river-downs-dog-of-summer-this-weekend) .

6. Comedian Alonzo Bodden visits Tri-State

Alonzo Bodden is perhaps best known as the winner of the third season of Last Comic Standing a few years back. The former airline mechanic charmed audiences with his easygoing observational comedy and sometimes bewildered look at life. Lately, though, he’s been finding humor in the political process. His work on the popular NPR quiz show "Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!" has helped.

He also performed at the Montreal Comedy Festival with Lewis Black in a well-received show about the U.S. presidential elections.

Find out when and where he's performing here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/comedy-alonzo-bodden) .

7. Cincinnati Art Museum's frame sale

Framed! In a good way, of course. Cincinnati Art Museum’s annual frame sale gives the public a chance to buy, at bargain rates, picture frames the museum can’t use. All sizes and shapes, in metal, in wood, decoratively molded — they are ready to show off whatever you’d like to put on your own walls.

Perhaps even art you’ve made yourself? Or a photograph that deserves attention? Or that wonderful drawing, watercolor, print you bought from an exhibition? The frames from the museum’s print and painting departments range from simple and inexpensive to large and elaborate.

Find out more here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/cincinnati-art-museum-hosts-frame-sale).

8. Indie Summer Series on Fountain Square

If you haven't made it down to Fountain Square for MidPoint's Indie Summer Series, you only have two chances left. Every Friday this summer, musical acts from around the world, and some from our own backyard, perform for free on the Square.

The event makes for a great night out with friends or an evening downtown with the whole family. This week's lineup includes School of Seven Bells and Way Yes. But, as summer comes to an end so does this series.

Get more details here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/midpoint-indie-summer-series-lineup-announced) .

9. Mosteller performs at Rock the World Christian Music Fest

Fans of Christian Rock will be heading to southern Indiana this weekend for the Rock the World Christian Music Fest at the Holiday World theme park in the town of Santa Claus. Cincinnati’s own Mosteller will be on the bill, along with several other bands from the region. Those acts will play during the day, while headliner Jeremy Camp will perform on the main stage after the park’s rides shut down for the evening.

Music fans can enjoy rides including the all-new water coaster, Mammoth (the world’s largest), as well as the Voyage rollercoaster, designed by Cincinnati’s own Gravity Group.

Visit (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/mosteller-performs-at-rock-world-christian-music-fest) for details.

Other things to do in the Tri-State:

Lisa Kagen, who operates successful Northside businesses Melt Eclectic Deli and Picnic and Pantry, is an artist, chef, parent and entrepreneur, all factors that influence the operation of her two successful businesses.

Check out more on these Northside establishments here (http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/entertainment/citybeat/northsides-lisa-kagen-masters-practical-creativity) .