Celebrate local veterans, military members, first responders and their families. Plus, it is $2 Tuesday! Thomas More Stadium, 6:52 p.m. $2+. florenceyalls.com OPERA STORYBOOK HOUR ~ Children can experience op- era-inspired stories brought to life through music, singing and crafts during this interactive storytelling experience from Cincinnati Opera. Summit Park, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. cincinnatiopera.org
be amazing the audience with air! Pioneer Park, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. bit.ly/kcprcatalog
Baby Wearing Hiking See July 11
THURSDAY ART PLAY
Learn all about artist Sarah Ro- driguez and her new exhibition, Homespun , before creating in- spired works of art. Contemporary Arts Center, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free for members, $5 per nonmember child and free for families with a valid SNAP or EBT card. contemporaryartscenter.org
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The Nutty Professor with freshly popped popcorn under the Cincinnati stars! Imagination Alley, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Free. imaginationalleyotr.com
5K, a parade, live music, food trucks, family activities, and a fireworks finale. Tower Park, 8 a.m.- 10:30 p.m. Free. fortthomasky.org GOTTA CATCH ‘EM ALL ~ Take a hike to level up on Pokémon Go, and meet live animals while learning about the real-life inspirations behind favorite Pokémon characters. Sharon Woods, 1-4 p.m. Free. greatparks.org KEMBA ALL AMERICAN BASH ~ Day two of this fab bash includes tethered hot air balloon rides, live music, food trucks, circus perform- ers, and a fireworks finale at 10 p.m. VOA Museum, 4-11 p.m. Free. westchesteroh.org RED, WHITE & BOOM! The Cincinnati Pops celebrate Independence Day with Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez, patriotic music, family activities, salsa dancing and a fireworks spectac- ular by Rozzi Fireworks. Riverbend Music Center, 8 p.m. $10; free for
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CINCINNATI REDS VS. CHICAGO CUBS
Stick around after the game for a concert from Jon Pardi. Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $19+. mlb.com/reds CRAFTY WEDNESDAYS Get creative in the outdoors and make nature-themed artwork. Cincinnati Nature Center, 10-10:30 a.m. Included with admission, $8- 12. cincynature.org FLORENCE Y’ALLS VS. WASHINGTON WILD THINGS It’s splash day at the ballpark! Prepare for lots of water slides, in- teractive games, and splash-filled fun. Thomas More Stadium, 10:30 a.m. $13+. florenceyalls.com PLAY IN THE PARK ~ This energetic concert by Roger Klug, Julie Spangler and Band will provide a powerhouse of classic rock and pop! Kennedy Heights Park, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. playintheparkcincinnati.org
Stick around after the game for a firework show. Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $22+. mlb.com/reds OHIO ANIME EXPO Anime fans can enjoy cosplay, vendors, artists, gaming and special guests during this multi- day convention celebration. Sharonville Convention Center, 4-10 p.m., event runs through July 12. $35-110. cincyexpos.com
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PADDLE UP! Step offshore and onto the water while finding balance on a paddle- board. 10+. Sharon Woods Harbor, 10-11 a.m. $10. greatparks.org REDS DAY AT THE ZOO ~ Celebrate the Cincinnati Reds with player Q&A sessions, mascot appearances and giveaways at the Cincinnati Zoo. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 11 a.m.-noon. Free with zoo admission or mem- bership. cincinnatizoo.org
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ART ON THE RISE ~ Summer Fun is the theme of the morning. Start off with relax- ation—a brief meditation session with The Well, then really wake up with a collaborative drumming session courtesy of Cincinnati Music & Wellness Coalition. The CAM Cruiser will be onsite to provide fun drop-in art making, and Happen Inc. will be leading a community canvas mural project. Cincinnati Art Museum, Art Climb, 9-11 a.m. Free. cincinnatiartmuseum.org BABYWEARING HIKE SERIES Caregivers and infants can enjoy a gentle outdoor hike designed spe- cifically for babywearing, with easy trails and a relaxed pace. Cincinnati Nature Center, 9-10:30 a.m. $8-20. cincynature.org
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ANIMAL TALES ~ Hear nature’s stories during
this engaging, nature-themed storytime for young learners. Woodland Mound, 10-11 a.m. Free. greatparks.org
active and retired military. cincinnatisymphony.org
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CINCINNATI REDS VS. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $8+. mlb.com/reds CREATURE CHRONICLES ~ Wiggle and giggle with animal friends; learn about different critters with a fun story time and play time with new pals. Miami Whitewater Forest, 10-11 a.m. Free. greatparks.org SCIENCE THURSDAYS ~ Potatoes will fly, windbags will wow—Crystal Clear Science will
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It’s a 3-2-1 Tuesday at GABP. Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $8+. mlb.com/reds CINEMA ~ Bring a lawn chair and some movie snacks— How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action) will be playing under the stars! Washington Park of
ATLATL SPEAR THROWING ~ Learn how to throw this ancient tool used by humans to hunt ev- erything from mammoths to frogs. 10+. Nature Center at The Summit, 2-3 p.m. Free. greatparks.org CINCINNATI REDS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLES Great American Ball Park, 1:05 p.m. $8+. mlb.com/red
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Cincinnati, 9 p.m. Free. washingtonpark.org
Get to the game early to snag a set of team baseball cards, while sup- plies last. Great American Ball Park, 7:10 p.m. $22+. mlb.com/reds
FLORENCE Y’ALLS VS. WASHINGTON WILD THINGS Happy Hometown Heroes Night!
MOVIE NIGHT ~ Grab the entire family to watch
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