By Bill Thompson

The name Ravi Coltrane will grab the attention of music fans whether they are familiar with his music or not.

The son of jazz legends John and Alice Coltrane, who was named after their friend, Indian sitar master Ravi Shankar, stands on his own talent in the jazz world while embracing his heritage. He leads the effort to restore the John Coltrane Home in Dix Hills, New Jersey, and presides over reissues of his parents鈥� recordings.

The saxophonist visits Cincinnati June 2 as part of the Longworth-Anderson Series at Memorial Hall with keyboard player Gadi Lehavi, drummer Ele Howell and special guest Robin Eubanks on trombone.

Coltrane was born in New York, but moved to Los Angeles with his mother and brother after his father鈥檚 death when he was less than 2 years old. He played clarinet before switching to saxophone, the instrument that made his father famous. He has played with such luminaries as Elvin Jones, Pharoah Sanders, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Herbie Hancock and Branford Marsalis.

After playing on more than 30 albums for other folks, he released his debut, 鈥淢oving Pictures,鈥� in 1998. He has made five more albums including his latest, 鈥淪pirit Fiction,鈥� in 2012. He continues to collaborate with a number of high-profile musicians and travel the world playing concerts.

In March, he played four nights in San Francisco as Resident Artistic Director of SFJAZZ. The first night included sets with his trio and a quartet that included bass player Dezron Douglas, pianist David Virelles and drummer Johnathan Blake, who Coltrane has toured with for more than a decade. The second night was a tribute to sax giant Pharoah Sanders that included Tomoki Sanders, his son, and Joe Lovano. The final two evenings, 鈥淐osmic Music,鈥� featured compositions by his mother and father.

Longworth-Anderson Series presents Ravi Coltrane, Sunday, 6:30 p.m. June 2, Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm Street, Over-the-Rhine, 45202. Tickets: $36.50-$66.50. Information: ; ; 513-977-8838.

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The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is hosting 聽to reflect on a trailblazing life in conversation with UC medical student Abraham Araya, punctuated with live jazz music. The event coincides with the release of Dr. Crawford鈥檚 memoir The Bone Doctor鈥檚 Concerto: Music, Surgery and the Pieces in Between聽and will include live music from UC鈥檚 College Conservatory of Music jazz quartet.

Dr. Crawford is one of Cincinnati鈥檚 most influential leaders in medicine and his story is one of resilience and ambition. Growing up in the segregated South, he overcame systemic and very personal incidents of racism. He spent years playing in jazz bands throughout the Jim Crow South, making a music degree as appealing as a medical degree. He became the University of Tennessee College of Medicine鈥檚 first African American student in 1960 and then traveled the world as a surgeon for the U.S. Navy before settling in Cincinnati, where he established the Comprehensive Pediatric Orthopedic Clinic at Cincinnati Children鈥檚 Hospital, the first in the region.

The program begins at 6 p.m., followed by a reception with the UC College Conservatory of Music jazz quartet and book signing with Dr. Crawford at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for Freedom Center Members and $10 for general public. Tickets are available at .

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Multiple people gathered for the 欧美AV Beauty’s 3-year anniversary brunch.

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This year’s Center for Closing the Health Gap’s Health Expo took place this past Saturday at Washington Park.

The event lasted from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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By Whitney Gaskins, PhD

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) recently celebrated a milestone moment in its history with the 50th Annual Convention, held from March 20th to 24th, 2024 in Atlanta, GA. This monumental event brought together over 18,000 engineers, students, educators and recruiters from across the world to commemorate the organization鈥檚 work in achieving its mission of increasing the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community. 

Building Engineering Community 

The theme of this year’s convention, “Engineering Community,” underscored the organization’s commitment to honoring its rich legacy of contributing to communities while recognizing the success of its members.  Throughout the convention, attendees reflected on the incredible progress made by NSBE over the past five decades and looked ahead with optimism and determination to shaping the future of engineering and technology. During the convention, UC Alumnus and NSBE Charter Member, Keith Boswell, hosted two sessions on the founding and historical impact of NSBE. Mr. Boswell served as both the University of Cincinnati chapter president and the Great Lakes region鈥檚 first Chairperson. During the session, he showcased many artifacts from the organization鈥檚 founding, including the original constitution which he helped draft. 

Building Connections and Opportunities

One of the most valuable aspects of the NSBE convention was the opportunity for networking and professional development. Attendees had the chance to connect with recruiters from top companies, explore internship and job opportunities, and expand their professional networks. Career fairs, resume workshops, and mentoring sessions provided invaluable resources and support for students and professionals alike, helping them take their careers to new heights. Over 300 companies participated in this year鈥檚 two-day career fair, including local companies such as P&G, GE Aerospace, Jacobs, Johnson and Johnson and more.聽 Hundreds of engineering students left the convention with full-time and internship job offers.

Inspiring Keynote Addresses and Workshops 

The convention kicked off with a series of inspiring keynote addresses from prominent leaders in STEM and beyond. Astronaut and lifetime NSBE member, Victor Glover, gave a rousing speech recapping his experience living in space and the life lessons that he has learned on his path to becoming an astronaut. In addition to keynotes, NSBE members gained knowledge and experience through the 100+ workshops focusing on career development, cultural awareness, emerging technologies and much more.  

Celebrating Excellence in STEM

The convention also provided a platform to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black engineers and STEM professionals. The Golden Torch Awards (GTA) Gala, one of the world鈥檚 largest celebrations of Black technical talent, honored outstanding individuals and organizations for their exemplary leadership, innovation, and service to the community. The GTA host for this year was Malcolm Jamal Warner. During the event, GE Next Engineers, a pre-college program offered in collaboration between the University of Cincinnati and GE Aerospace was presented with the corporate/educational partner award for supporting nearly 6,400 students and awarding nearly $1,000,000 in scholarships to date. Another local organization, the Gaskins Foundation was recognized as the Pre-College Program of the Year.  As the event came to a close, newly elected leaders were also celebrated. Christopher Boles, a PhD Candidate in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Cincinnati was elected to serve as the Secretary for the Great Lakes Region and Taylor Scott, a P&G Employee and Graduate Student in Cosmetic Science at the University of Cincinnati was selected to serve as the National Chairperson of the organization, with their terms beginning on May 1, 2024.

Looking Ahead

As the 50th Annual Convention came to a close, attendees left empowered and ready to continue the work of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM. The convention served as a reminder of the incredible impact that NSBE has had on the lives of countless individuals and the broader engineering community. As NSBE looks ahead it is preparing for another milestone. The organization will move to Chicago to celebrate the Golden convention in 2025, commemorating 50 years since NSBE was founded by a group of young men, affectionately referred to as the 鈥淐hicago Six鈥�. The organization鈥檚 commitment to excellence, innovation, and empowerment remains as strong as ever, paving the way for a brighter and more inclusive future in engineering and technology.

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Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week is back this week, April 15-21, to bring a unique dining experience to the Greater Cincinnati Area. Participating restaurants will offer $26, $36 and $46 three-course prix fixe menus, with a $1 of every meal getting donated to Cincinnati Children鈥檚 Medical Center.聽

With seven days of delicious dining, this is an incredible week of allowing Cincinnatians to visit favorite restaurants, discover new dishes, and provides for an opportunity to be a culinary tourist in your own backyard. 

While indulging in the divine three-course meals, restaurants will also be offering an array of seasonal-inspired cocktails for the occasion, featuring Restaurant Week sponsor, Maker鈥檚 Mark, as well as cold beer specials from Restaurant Week sponsors, MadTree Brewing.

In addition to great deals at participating restaurants, Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week directly benefits Cincinnati Children鈥檚 hospital with $1 from every meal going directly to Children鈥檚.  Additionally – Restaurant Week Organizers match the first 1,000 meals served by donating $1 per meal. 

In the last 5 years, Restaurant Week has raised more than $100,000 to support Cincinnati Children鈥檚 greatest needs. Those donations help provide care for families whose insurance does not cover the cost of treatments, lay the groundwork for life-changing research and allows Children鈥檚 to grow the programs most in demand.

The Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week app returns to provide access to the list of participating restaurants, the menus being offered, locations, hours of operation and more 鈥� all in the palm of your hand. Guests will be able to map out their culinary tour for the week, check in to earn points, view Maker鈥檚 Mark and MadTree Brewing drink specials, participate in contests, and receive real-time updates through the app, available now on the App Store and on Google Play. Download .

The list of participating restaurants includes: 20 Brix, Agave & Rye, Alcove Kitchen + bar, Bakersfield, Baru, BrewRiver Creole Kitchen, Brown Dog Cafe, BRU Burger Bar Cincinnati, Butcher and Barrel, Chart House, Ch茅, Court Street Kitchen, Cowboy Sally鈥檚, deSha’s American Tavern, Eddie Merlot鈥檚, Eighteen at The Radisson, Embers Restaurant, Gilligan鈥檚 On The Green, Golden Lamb, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, Ivory House, Jag’s Steak & Seafood, Kona Grill, Krueger鈥檚 Tavern, Libby’s Southern Comfort, Livery, LouVino Over-The-Rhine, Matt The Miller鈥檚 Tavern, Metropole, Nicholson鈥檚 Fine Food and Whisk(e)y, Nicola’s, Opal Rooftop, Overlook Kitchen + Bar, Primavista, Prime Cincinnati, Primo Italian Steakhouse, Rich鈥檚 Proper Food And Drink, Ripple Wine Bar, Rusk Kitchen + Bar, Shires鈥� Rooftop, SOB Steakhouse, Somm Wine Bar, Stone Creek Dining Company, Street City Urban Gourmet, Taste of Belgium, The Capital Grille, The Green Line Kitchen and Cocktails, The Melting Pot, The Pub, TRIO Bistro, Unexpected Burgers & Bourbon, Via Vite, and W. Bar + Bistro. Restaurants subject to change. 

For more information about the event and to view menus, visit聽.

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The Cincinnati Regional Chamber, together with Asianati, is excited to announce the entertainment lineup for the annual Asian Food Fest (AFF), presented by Kroger and Procter & Gamble. This festival gives visitors an entire weekend to experience Asian culture, not only through cuisine but also through dance, music and other special performances and contests.

Asian Food Fest features an expanded footprint in Downtown Cincinnati on Saturday, April 27,11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday, April 28, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., on Court Street between Elm and Main Streets. Admission to the festival is free.聽

This year鈥檚 entertainment will feature the largest lineup yet with 19 different performances, including 13 local and regional DJs from a variety of Asian ethnicities. The types of entertainment include performances from cultures across Asia, rock bands, traditional dances, Taiko drummers, University of Cincinnati student groups and the Cincinnati Opera.聽

Additionally, the 2024 karaoke contest will occur over two days instead of one. The Eastern Eats and Vocal Beats Karaoke Contest with DJ Hi David will include 25 participants taking the stage on Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m., followed by a Top 10 final round on Sunday from 6 to 7 p.m.

Details on how to participate will be on the AFF website.聽

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MANSFIELD, OH 鈥� Thousands of visitors are expected to descend on one of the Midwest鈥檚 most welcoming and charming small towns this April 8, as the ultra-rare total eclipse of the sun puts Mansfield, Ohio and its visitors smack in the middle of the Path of Totality. As a result, the north central Ohio city and its surrounding villages will be plunged into darkness at 3:12 p.m. for 3 minutes, 16 seconds when the moon passes between the sun and Earth during the first total solar eclipse to cover Ohio in 208 years.

Mansfield and its neighboring Richland County villages have created special events for locals and visitors alike. Travelers are encouraged to book accommodations and ticketed events right away as hotels are very limited and some events have or will sell out. A detailed list, including events at local craft breweries and wineries, is found at  and visitors should arrive early for viewing and activities, as traffic is expected to be heavy. Similarly, visitors are advised to relax and hang out for a while to enjoy the local attractions and festival immediately after viewing the eclipse, in order to ease and avoid traffic congestion.

Travelers can start the day with Total Eclipse Yoga at 8:30 at . Led by the center’s director, the class is $10 per person.

 takes place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Historic Ohio State Reformatory and features a DJ, entertainment and food trucks. Travelers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and set up in the 鈥減rison yard.” Ticket are $30, including parking, lawn seating for eclipse viewing, a self-guided tour of the Reformatory for use April 8 or any day in the future; it never expires. Prison eclipse glasses are available for purchase online in advance or onsite while supplies last.

Richland County Fairgrounds will be transformed into a massive  viewing party with seating for 2,500 people, 200 campsites and three days packed with events and activities. A massive marketplace of local vendors and artists, indoor kids play area, souvenir eclipse glasses, food trucks, half a dozen live bands and some of the best viewing in the U.S. will take place on 100 acres with dozens of buildings and shelters, in case of inclement weather. Admission is $5 on Friday, $20 Saturday and Monday and $10 on Sunday. Parking is $20. A four-night tent and RV Camping Package is $500. The two-night package is $400. Both include parking and access to the festival for up to four people. (Nominal Eventbrite fees apply.) Travelers can purchase passes, parking and camping reservations at .

From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Snow Trails Ski Resort offers a unique opportunity to view the Total Solar Eclipse tailgating spot in the resort鈥檚 expansive Parking Lot, on the ski slopes or on one of many leisure patios and viewing decks at Snow Trails. Live music in The Snowflake Loft, a full bar and Lucky鈥檚 Cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch will ensure a great time for everyone. Details and parking reservations, $25/car or $50/RV, are available at .

 is hosting a pop-up gallery and viewing party from noon to 7 p.m. Hosted by Mankind Murals Inc. The outdoor gallery will feature more than a dozen local artists鈥� eclipse-themed work, a DJ, patio games, selfie stations and a limited number of solar eclipse glasses. Beer, wine and signature eclipse-themed craft cocktails like the Screwball Eclipse, Juicy Sunrise, Twilight Eclipse, Juicy Sunset, the Luke Skyy Walker and Chocolate Moon will add to the fun.

Witnessing the mesmerizing Solar Eclipse 2024 in Mansfield, Ohio will be even more unforgettable from noon to 4 p.m. at . This picturesque farm is home to Alpacas, Angora goats and Angora rabbits. A self-guided tour route is directed by Fence Post Facts signage and features endless photo ops and a farm store loaded with alpaca-themed gifts and cozy, handmade alpaca apparel.

Eclipsed at the Estate takes place 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at  where guests can experience the phenomenon of a total solar eclipse surrounded by the beauty of the 47 acres of lush formal and woodland gardens on the grounds of a sprawling former industrialist鈥檚 mansion estate. A limited number of certified viewing glasses will be available and drop-in educational activities are planned for kids of all ages. Guests also receive 10% off all plant purchases.

A Total Eclipse of the Park Viewing Party is slated for 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Central Park on The Square in downtown Mansfield at no charge. Viewing glasses will be available and R&B greats Jimi Vincent and Friends will be performing live. Popular Mansfield restaurant  will feature appetizer, dining and drink specials during this festive party.

Another stellar viewing location is , just 10 miles from downtown Mansfield. Malabar鈥檚 900 acres of gorgeous rolling Ohio farmland and wide-open pastures will offer unobscured visibility. Food trucks will be on hand and visitors are encouraged to bring eclipse glasses and blankets to enjoy the view, and to carpool to ease parking and anticipated traffic.

Richland County offers a number of other great spots for a clear view of the total eclipse, including: Bicentennial Park, Lex-Ontario Road, Lexington OH; Patriot Park, Plymouth Street, Lexington, OH; Stowell Park, Ontario; and others. Travelers are encouraged to check  for updates.

A destination unlike any other, Mansfield invites travelers to discover the fascinating stories of its warm and friendly people, hometown experiences, villages and history. They’ll find wealth of travel adventures, unique to the place, such as tours and Ghost Hunts at  where the No. 1 movie of all time (per IMDB), the Shawshank Redemption, was filmed, along with nearly a dozen other sites along the . The new , , , and  create unforgettable family experiences marked by breathtaking scenery and rural charm. Hiking, biking, golf, an impressive wine and ale trail, bird watching and loads of other outdoor adventures entertain travelers of all ages. Complete visitor information is available at  or (800) 642-8282.

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The Cincinnati Art Museum announces the biennial return of , the highly anticipated celebration of fine art and floral designs, April 26鈥�28, 2024. For the first time since the event鈥檚 inception, prospective floral artists will , and a juried process will determine the final participants. The intent is to curate an exceptional selection of floral artists and diverse styles with broad appeal.

Meet the distinguished 2024 Art in Bloom Floral Art Selection Jury:

• Christopher Griffin, also known as 鈥楶lant Kween鈥�, a Brooklyn-based Black, queer, non-binary kween and author of 鈥榊ou Grow, Gurl!鈥�
• Kevin Hart, sommelier and owner of Hart & Cru
• John Hinger, principal and owner of Quince & Quinn, a design and lifestyle store
• Teruko Nesbitt, certified teacher of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana
• Michael Thompson, an interdisciplinary artist, designer, ethnographer and poet

For detailed profiles of each juror, kindly visit the to learn more.

Importantly, Art in Bloom will prominently feature , who will drive theming and activations. The Amsterdam-based floral artist creates arrangements from flowers and photo-realistic sugar flowers that she makes, all inspired by Dutch-masters paintings and many of which are held in Delftware vessels. Ms. Sadi recently released the book A Sweet Floral Life. Follow her Instagram account .

Ann M. Keeling, Cincinnati Art Museum Trustee, Chair of Art in Bloom 2024 and President of Cristofoli Keeling Inc., said, 鈥淭he jury will be looking for diverse creative viewpoints from floral artists of all kinds 鈥� from professionals to aspiring and floral hobbyists 鈥� or artists who don鈥檛 traditionally use flowers as their medium. And we are excited to add a category of large-scale floral artistry that will grace selected areas throughout the museum grounds.鈥� 

Art in Bloom 2024 will create themed activations tailored for museum visitors; identify vignettes, genres and artists throughout the museum to inspire floral artistry (rather than solely relying on individual pieces of art for inspiration); improve guest experience and discovery throughout the galleries and more. During the event, visitors can enjoy the selected florists鈥� creations throughout the galleries and grounds for free during the museum鈥檚 regular open hours. Art in Bloom will also include special programming and events, family-friendly activities and more.

Professional, aspiring and hobby floral artists from around the globe are encouraged to apply. Those interested in participating in Art in Bloom 2024 can complete and by November 22, 2023. Selected artists will be contacted by no later than early January 2024 and will be provided with informational meeting dates and next steps.

For further information, visit the and .

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By Madison Brady

mbrady@NewportAquarium.com

Newport, KY 鈥� As part of its 25th anniversary celebration, Newport Aquarium has opened an intriguing new exhibit. The all-new Ring of Fire: World of the Octopus contains seven different displays focused on the bizarre and fascinating creatures that live between towering volcanos and deep ocean trenches in this part of the world that boasts the most earthquakes of any region on the planet. The extreme conditions make for some highly unusual animals which visitors to the aquarium will be able to experience up close.聽

As part of the full gallery renovation, the popular giant Pacific octopus is getting a large new habitat located in the Octopus Den. Visitors will enter the cave, which is just the type of spot these animals love to call home, and find a new floor-to-ceiling display where the animal can explore and exhibit its natural color-changing, shape-shifting behaviors. The exhibit will also include a new rotating collection of other octopuses and strange fish, allowing visitors to experience something new with each visit.聽

Newport Aquarium is located across the Ohio River from downtown Cincinnati at Newport on the Levee.聽

Newport Aquarium, named one of the top ten U.S. aquariums in USA Today鈥檚 10Best.com and one of the top U.S. aquariums by Leisure Group Travel, has showcased thousands of animals from around the world in a million gallons of water since 1999.聽

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