Soapicks June 23-29

Collective Nouns

Photography by Scott Beseler

June 26

Our very own Scott Beseler is having his first solo photography show, exhibiting photos of you and everyone he knows.  There will be over 1000 5×7 images of Cincinnati on display.  If you have seen Scott, then chances are that you are in his show.  This is different sort of art show, in which viewers will be encouraged to buy the prints directly off the wall the night of the show.  If you are in the photo, the cost is $5.00, if you are not, the price is $10.00.  Come early to see the full display, as the photos will be disappearing as the night goes on.  Don’t let someone else buy yours.  There will also be adult beverages by sponsor Berger Beer and music/video by DJ Mike B.  Final Friday on Main St.  Creative Gallery, opening reception from 5:30 p.m. until 11.00 p.m

Just Add Sprinkles
June 26

What do robots and donuts have in common? Well if you’re unfortunate enough to get one of those left-over-from-last-night donuts, it may appear they’re both made of metal. Other than that, the only thing they have in common is both will be a part of Robots, Donuts & Other Madness, an exhibit which opens this Friday at Miller Gallery.  California artist Eric Joyner will unveil his off-beat paintings which, you guessed it, include tin-toy robots, monsters and of course, besprinkled donuts. Boston artist Jessica Hess adds her graffiti-rich urban landscapes to the mix while Otto Lange brings in still-life paintings. This is one quirky opening party you won’t want to miss. Reception lasts from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

All In The Family
June 25 & 27

So you all know of the seductive, Italian Don Juan, but there’s another Don stealing hearts of European women and his name is Don Carlo. The Cincinnati Opera presents Don Carlo, an opera involving love, war and betrayal set in the 16th century during the Spanish Inquisition. Prince Don falls for French beauty Elisabetta whom he’s set to marry. Enter Don’s daddy who swoops in to steal his son’s betrothed. It may sound like something for Jerry Springer, but res assured, Don Carlo is a classic. Shows are this Thursday and Saturday evening only so get your tickets to Spain now. If you’re not in the mood for Dons, come check out the 10 semi-finalists of Opera Idol compete for a place in the finals Wednesday night at the Aronoff. Click here for more.

Blasting for a Cure
June 27

Explode off the starting line this Saturday for the 9th Annual Hyde Park Blast-a 4 mile walk/run that raises money to aid in the fight against cancer. The Blast begins west of Hyde Park Square, loops through historic Hyde Park before finishing up back at the Square. This year’s Hyde Park Blast ambassadors-both young cancer survivors-are Jeff Eggleston, of Mt. Lookout and Amy Matalka, of Middletown. A portion of this year’s Blast proceeds will be directed towards the ambassador’s chosen charities, the Shemenski Foundation and the Wellness Community respectively. It’s a full day of fun for runners and cyclists alike. Take time out to sample food at Taste of Hyde Park and be sure to stick around after all the running around has stopped for the Blast Block Party featuring Cincinnati’s own Rusty Griswolds. Click here for registration or for further details.