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TURKEY TIME ~ Gobble, gobble! Learn facts about Thanksgiving’s unofficial mascot while making a variety of fall and turkey-themed crafts. Sharon Woods, 11 a.m.-1 pm. Free. greatparks.org
FITTON SHOWSTOPPERS – HAMILTON FEUD Survey says... get ready for a hilarious hometown twist on a classic TV game show as Hamilton police face off against firefighters and Main Street battles High Street. Contestants try to guess the city’s answers to an array of Hamilton-centric questions. Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 7:30-10 p.m. $54. fittoncenter.org HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET Local artists and artisans will be in the CAM lobby for a festive seasonal market! Cincinnati Art Museum, Nov. 21-22, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. cincinnatiartmuseum.org SCOUTS HONOR WEEKEND Scout groups, families and friends can explore Newport Aquarium together during a special weekend featuring discounted admission and a free axolotl patch for Scouts. Advance online tickets or member reservations are required. Newport Aquarium, Nov. 21-22, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. $15.99-26.99. newportaquarium.com
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ART PLAY HIKE ~ Back by popular demand, families can drop in to become one with nature, partake in some hands-on art making, and make some new friends, too. LaBoiteaux Woods, ]2-3 p.m. Free. contemporaryartscenter.org
the Cincinnati Cyclones hit the ice against the Kalamazoo Wings for a 513-themed game night. Heritage Bank Center, 7 p.m. $23.71+. heritagebankcenter.com THE SECOND OLDEST (AND BEST) ZOO IN AMERICA Take a trip through Cincinnati Zoo history during a fascinating slide lecture led by Nick Rechtin of Creative Aging. The program is part of a monthly series exploring Cincinnati’s past. Clifton Cultural Arts Center, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $15. cliftonculturalarts.org
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DISNEY’S THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL IN CONCERT Celebrate the holidays with Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of the Muppets as The Muppet Christmas Carol plays on the big screen while the Cincinnati Pops performs the film’s score live. Cincinnati Music Hall, 7:30 p.m. or November 29: 2 p.m. $27+. cincinnatisymphony.org THE WINTER SKY…INDOORS Crawl inside the inflatable plane- tarium to view night sky constel- lations. Woodland Mound, noon-3 p.m. $5. greatparks.org
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TURKEY TURN UP ~ Teens can get active during this evening of sports, food, fun, and comradery at Ziegler Park. All skill levels are welcome to take part in this fourth annual pre-Thanksgiv- ing event. Ziegler Park, 4-7 p.m. Free. zieglerpark.org
SCUBA SANTA’S WINTER WONDERLAND
This one-of-a-kind holiday experi- ence is an underwater world full of playful penguins, colorful holiday lights, and magical bubbles. Newport Aquarium, open through
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MOVERS AND SHAKERS ~ This storytime has little ones 1-4 years old singing, dancing and en- joying music, movement, and fun together. Blue Ash Branch Library, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free. chpl.org
CCM JAZZ: DUKE ELLINGTON’S NUTCRACKER SUITE Swing into the holiday season as the CCM Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington and Billy Stray- horn’s jazz-infused take on The Nutcracker Suite. Colorful lighting accompanies lively interpretations of familiar holiday melodies. Cor- bett Auditorium at CCM, University of Cincinnati, 7 p.m. $5-26. ccmon- stage.universitytickets.com HOME FREE: COMING HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Celebrate the season with a cappella meets holiday favorites, country classics, pop hits, and plenty of humor. Taft Theatre, 7 p.m. $62.15+. homefreemusic.com TURKEY SHOOT Hunt a Thanksgiving “feast” by tak- ing aim at foam turkeys. Kids and adults will have festive fun with support from a certified instructor, all gear provided. Nature Center at The Summit, noon-2 p.m. $10.
BENGALS VS. SAINTS Burrow and the boys are back at it! Head down to the game to hear those bengals roaring, mean and angry! Paycor Stadium, 1 p.m. $104.80+. bengals.com RAPTOR INC. OPEN HOUSE ~ Meet native birds of prey and learn about RAPTOR Inc.’s work protecting these incredible crea- tures. Explore educational stations, see avian ambassadors, view biological artifacts and learn from expert educators. RAPTOR Inc., 1-4 p.m. Free; donations appreciated. raptorinc.org mon 30 STORYTIME AT JOSEPH-BETH ~ Settle in for story time featuring engaging picture books and liter- ary fun for little readers and their families. Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 10:30 a.m. Free. josephbeth.com
December 24. $25.99+. newportaquarium.com
SHOP SMALL SATURDAY BLOCK PARTY ~
Celebrate the holiday shopping season while supporting local businesses at Findlay Market. Browse one-of-a-kind gifts, sea- sonal finds and goods from the Market’s collection of independent merchants and vendors. Findlay Market. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. findlaymarket.org YULETIDE VILLAGE Step into a village aglow to expe- rience heartwarming entertain- ment, unique shopping, Santa and Krampus meet and greets, and seasonal food and drink that all exude the magic of the season. Renaissance Park, Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 27-Dec. 19. $15.67- 20.01, free for children 12 and under. yuletidevillage.com
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117TH WESTERN & SOUTHERN THANKSGIVING DAY RACE Kick off Thanksgiving with a Cincinnati tradition more than a century in the making! Runners can tackle the 10K or 5K, with both courses coming together for a memorable finish at TQL Stadium. Little turkeys can even take on the ProAmpac Kids Fun Run! TQL Stadium, 8:30-9:30 a.m. $22-60. thanksgivingdayrace.com
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CYCLONES VS. WINGS Keep the Black Friday fun going as
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