This Just In – May 2013 Issue

(Updated May 1, 2013)

Bacchanalians at Washington Park

California reds will be the wine of choice for the Bacchanalian Society’s spring gathering. The event will be Thursday, May 23, 7-10 p.m., at Washington Park. Proceeds benefit Read Aloud, a nonprofit that encourages reading to children at least 15 minutes a day. RSVP and check out the details at www.bacchanaliansociety.com

Sale features books from private collection

The Glendale Performance Pavilion will benefit from the sale of books donated from an extensive private collection. The sale, at the Harry Whiting Brown Community Center, is Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Entertaining Lucy, a local rock cover band, will perform a free concert from 6-9 p.m.

It’s a wrap (party) for Cincy Shakes

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company is wrapping up its 19th season with a party Sunday, May 19, 5-8 p.m., at the Moerlein Lager House. Thanks to Christian Moerlein and the Moerlein Lager House, admission and the munchies are free. The evening will feature the “Willys” Audience Choice Awards and a “Classic Cincinnati” raffle. The awards range from “Best Dude in a Dress” to “Best Scene Stealer” and “Best Moment.” To vote on the awards, go to Season19

Music and beer bash at Glenview Golf Course

The Victory Bash! Music & Beer Fest on May 11 at Glenview Golf Course will feature live bands from 6-9:45 p.m. and a 9-hole glow golf game at 8 p.m. There will be food, refreshments, a silent auction, card and corn hole tournaments, games and prizes. Proceeds help organizations in the Cincinnati Cancer Community. The event is put on by S3C, Andy Caress Melanoma Foundation, Liga Litina de Futbol and the Eastgate Chevy Club. Details: www.S3Cinc.shutterfly.com

Block the Sun Run helps fight melanoma

The third annual Block the Sun Run benefiting the Andy Caress Melanoma Foundation is May 11. Caress, a 24-year-old triathlete and tennis pro from Glendale, lost his battle to melanoma at age 24. The 5K run/walk starts at 5:30 a.m. from the Glendale village square. Registration is $30; free for kids 12 and under.
Registration: AndyCaressMelanomaFoundation