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The following is the Going Out Guide from the GO! section of the Hamilton JournalNews and Middletown Journal, which prints inside the newspapers every Friday.

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New Year's Eve

CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Anne J. Leser New Year's Eve Concert, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Program is Bernstein's New York Story. $12-$76, Music Hall, 1243 Elm St., Cincinnati, (513) 381-3300; www.cincinnatisymphony.org.

THE GALA BALL: A sumptuous full-course dinner catered by The Phoenix. Guests can browse the silent auction and dance the night away to live music. The back-tie-optional event includes an open bar and champagne at midnight, Dec. 31, $162-$225.25 and include concert tickets, Cincinnati Music Hall Ballroom, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati, (513) 381-3300, www.cincinnatiarts.org/venues/musichall.

MESH RESTAURANT: "Five Course Chef's Tasting" event, dinner and live entertainment, $125/person, does not include tax, gratuity, alcohol. Menu is available online. Reservations required. 6200 Muhlhauser Road, West Chester Twp. (513) 777-7177; www.meshrestaurant.com.

NEWPORT ON THE LEVEE: Bar Louie: $60 advance, $65 at door, 8 p.m.- 2 a.m.; $500 VIP tables. Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant: $45 for dinner. Jeff Ruby's Tropicana: $10 cover, bash with Mark McFadden, strict dress code. Jefferson Hall: The Rusty Griswolds perform, $25 in advance, opens at 7 p.m. Shadowbox: $60, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., "Shadowbox Shindig." Also open: Johnny Rockets, Mitchell's Fish Market, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Claddagh Irish Pub, Newport Aquarium. Parking $2 in garage, $5 valet. www.newportonthelevee.com.

NEW YEAR'S MURDER MYSTERY - "THE BUTLER DID IT!": The Murder Mystery Machine will bring intrigue and excitement into your New Year's plans with the murder mystery "The Butler Did It!" A buffet dinner and champagne toast included, Dec. 31, $89, Kings Island Resort and Conference Center, 5691 Kings Island Drive, Mason, (513) 509-4709, www.MurderMysteryMachine.com.

FAMILY NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: Featuring live music by Soul Express, make an art project by K12 Gallery, children's face painting, a comedian, fireworks and more, 8 p.m.-midnight Dec. 31, Free, RiverScape, 111 E. Monument Avenue, (937) 274-0126, www.riverscape.org.

MILLIONS ROCKIN NEW YEAR'S EVE: 9 p.m. Dec. 31, $50 presale, $60 at the door, Millions, 3212 Linwood Ave., Cincinnati, (513) 871-1148, www.myspace.com/millions_mtlookout.

NEW YEARS BASH: Dec. 31, doors open at 7:30 p.m., music starts at 8 p.m., John Ruben, All the Day Holiday, nineball, and Redline, $10, ALTERnative Rock Club, 2470 Princeton Road, Cincinnati, (513) 571-4640, www.thealterrock.com.

NEW YEAR'S BASH: Dec. 31, Single $10, couple $18, Reflections Night Club, 1200 Elliott Drive, Middletown, (513) 424-9447.

NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, 8 to 10 p.m., Dec. 31, $11-$61, Schuster Center, 1 W. Second St., (800) 228-3630, www.schustercenter.org

NEW YEARS EVE DANCE: Full dinner with appetizer and dessert and music by the Bob Gray Orchestra, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31, $109 couple, $79 per room, Courtyard by Marriott - Springfield, 100 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield, (937) 322-3600, www.marriott.com.

NEW YEARS EVE DANCE: Hosted by the Darke County Singles, music by Round-Up. Bring a finger food to share, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Dec. 31, $15, VFW, Greenville, 219 N. Ohio St., Greenville, (937) 968-5007, must be 21 years or older.

NEW YEARS EVE DINNER/DANCE: Music by the Frank Moravcik Band, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31, $25 person for dinner and dance, $18 person dance only, American Czechoslovakian Club, 922 Valley St., (937) 890-2367, Reservations required..

NEW YEAR'S EVE MASQUERADE BALL: Celebrate 2008 at the fourth annual ball. Wear a mask, bring dance shoes and a party attitude for a fantastic, fun-filled evening of appetizers, party favors and great dance music. Count down and toast the new year until 1 a.m, 8 p.m. Dec. 31, $33 person, $40 after Dec. 28, CopaCabanna Dance & Event Center, 1132 Cincinnati Mills Dr. Suite A234, Level 2 in Cincinnati Mills, Cincinnati, (513) 771-COPA (2672), www.copacabanna.com.

NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY: Dinner and dancing, presented by the Knights of Columbus Marian Council, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31, $50 couple, Knights of Columbus Marian Council 3754, 6050 Dog Leg Road, (937) 275-9343.

NEW YEARS EVE SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE: Presented by the Gem City Squares, 8-8:45 p.m. early rounds, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. hi/lo squares and rounds Dec. 31, $7, Michael Solomon Pavilion, 2917 Berkley Avenue, Kettering, (937) 428-7554, reservations required.

OLD TIMER'S NEW YEARS CELEBRATION: Sponsored by the BTW Old Timer's Reunion Committee. Proceeds to benefit the BTW Community Center. Donations are accepted, 9 p.m. Dec. 31, $10, Booker T. Washington Community Center, 1140 Front St., Hamilton, (513) 867-8074, (513) 851-1420.

SALSA STYLE NEW YEARS CELEBRATION WITH TROPICOSO: evening starting at 8 p.m. packed with non-stop live Latin music from Tropicoso, Latin music DJ on the breaks, Hip-Hop downstairs and Top 40 in the front bar. Drink specials. Light appetizers will be served along with essential party favors. Champagne and a balloon drop at midnight will help ring in 2008 and provide some energy to keep dancing until 2 a.m. Mention Dayton Daily News at the door for a free Tropicoso CD sampler, Dec. 31, $10, The Mad Frog, 1 E. McMillan St., Cincinnati, (513) 784-9119, www.themadfrog.net.

SORG CHRISTIAN MUSIC NEW YEAR'S EVE BASH: A Christian music line-up that will knock your socks off! Scheduled to appear are: Soul-Gers on the Mic w/ Big Rob the Doctor, High Yella, Trentin Manning, Evie Harris, Unforsaken, The Word - High Impact Praise Band, Our Dying Valor and featuring: Regional Christian Rock Artists, Lest We Boast! Game room will be open until 10:30 p.m. with concession stands and plenty of family fun for all ages! Live music on both the 4th floor ballroom & the main opera stage. Bring the entire family! Children under 12 get in free. Doors open at 6 p.m., with fabulous music starting at 7 p.m., Dec. 31, $5 person, Road Apple Music's Sorg Theatre, 65 South Main Street, Middletown, (513) 727-0145, www.myspace.com/sorgchristianmusic.

YOU ARE A STAR AT RIVERSCAPE METROPARK: A FAMILY NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION: Have you ever dreamt of being a movie star and walking the red carpet? If so, come down to RiverScape MetroPark where you will be a star this New Year's Eve at this no-alcohol family celebration. Enjoy live musical entertainment, children's face painting and a comedian under the heated tent. Fireworks at midnight over the Great Miami River, 8 p.m. Dec. 31, $5, RiverScape, 111 E. Monument Ave., (937) 278-2607, www.riverscape.org.

ANDERSON BAR & GRILL: The Sonny Moorman Group, playing for New Year's Eve show. Call to make reservations, Dec. 31, $25 single, $40 couple, includes buffet, favor and champagne. 8060 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, (513) 474-2212.

BUSTER'S BAR: New Years Eve with The Exploding Toads, Come rock in the New Year with rock and blues cover band, no cover, Dec. 31, 112 Charles St., Middletown, (513) 424-3861, www.myspace.com/bustersbarmiddletown.

BARB'S PUB: Sneaky Neighbor band at Christmas party 8 p.m. Friday. Features appetizers and drink specials, New Year's Eve party features the band Sutra at 8 p.m., and offers appetizers and champagne. $5 cover for New Year's Party, 1714 Tytus Ave., Middletown.

CHEYENNE CATTLE CO.: Dixz Highway and Cheyenne's Rockin New Years Eve, $15, food, champagne and party favors, 4737 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, (513) 892-6900, www.cheyennecattle.com.

FARM BEER GARDEN: live music by One Mississippi, hot buffet and party favors, $10, 2461 Ross-Millville Road, Ross, (513) 896-9051.

FROGGY BLUES CAFE: The band Will Fluke plays at 9:30 p.m. New Year's Eve party includes party favors, champagne and a cash bar. Advance tickets $15 for single, $25 for couples. $20 at the door, 10 American Way, Monroe. JD LEGENDS: Offers two bowling packages on New Year's Eve. Family package $99 a lane. Includes two large pizzas, two pitchers of soft drink, arcade tokens and all you can bowl for six people from 6 to 8 p.m. There is also a $150 package that covers six people from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Includes bowling, appetizers, large pizza, champagne and arcade tokens, 65 Millard Ave. Franklin.

MADISON INN: Edge of Life at 9 p.m. on New Year's Eve, no cover, 101 S. Front St., Middletown.

MUTTS BREWERY LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT: New Year's Eve Bash with Double Shot, party favors, champagne, $10, Dec. 31, 3056 Wayne-Madison Road, Trenton, (513) 988-0007.

RICK'S TAVERN AND GRILLE: New Year's Eve party with House Party, 9 p.m., cover, 5955 Boymel Drive, Fairfield, (513) 874-1992.

SYMMES TAVERN ON THE GREEN: New Year's Eve with DJ Cutz, Dec. 31, 500 Wessel Drive, Fairfield (513) 829-8440.

WHITEY'S: Carnival of Chaos band at 6 p.m. New Year's Eve. Champagne offered, no cover, 301 E. State St., Trenton,

YARDBIRDS: Youngblood, 8 p.m. Friday; Dallas Moore, Saturday. $3-$5 cover possible. Big in Iowa at 9:30 p.m. New Year's Eve, 632 W. State St., Trenton.

Clubs

AMERICAN FRIENDS GRILL: Joe Cross Karaoke every Friday. Live entertainment every Saturday. Outdoor Tiki bar and patio open, 35-cent wings on Wednesdays, daily drink specials. Ramada Inn, Ohio 122 and Interstate 75, Middletown.

ANNIE'S: Every Thursday, WIZ personalities 10 p.m., $5 ladies, $7 men, after 11 p.m., $6 ladies, $8 men. 4343 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, (513) 321-2572.

ANDERSON BAR & GRILL: Sonny Moorman Group, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Wednesday, 8060 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Twp., (513) 474-2212.

BARNEY'S BAR: open 5:30 a.m. for third-shifters and early birds, afternoon lunch, pool and dart leagues, open Sundays 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with NASCAR and bucket specials, 2504 Benninghofen Ave., Hamilton, (513) 863-9112.

BELOW ZERO LOUNGE: 'Melange ... blend in,' presented by DJ Chris Paul, Every first Saturday starting at 10 p.m. Upstairs of the Below Zero Lounge in Cincinnati, $5 before 11 p.m., $10 after 11 p.m. Age: 21 and up. Dress code: 'Fly Attire.' Second floor only. 1122 Walnut St., Cincinnati, (513) 421-9376, www.belowzerolounge.com/index.html.

BIG SHOTS BAR: Monday, special price on big beer; Tuesday, special price on beer and show and tell with Jim; Wednesday, dart league. Happy Hour 3 to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday with daily specials 7 to 9 p.m. Jacki's big luck of the draw tournament pot match big money, 2520 N. Verity Parkway, Middletown, (513) 424-9270.

BOB'S CAFE: karaoke, Thursdays; 668 Hooven, Hamilton, (513) 844-6900.

BOTTUMS-UP TAVERN & GRILL: Monday Night Football with drink specials; Tuesday, bucket specials; Wednesday and Saturday, 25 cent wings; Thursdays, draft special; Fridays, DJ Wolf; Happy Hour 1/2 priced appetizers daily 3 to 6 p.m., football draft beer specials all season, electronic darts, Diamond pool tables, Golden Tee, 2229 N. Verity Parkway, Middletown (513) 727-8493.

BRENDA'S DOUBLE DEUCE: Corn hole tournaments 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Beer bucket specials 3 to 9 p.m. and karaoke 9 p.m. to midnight Wednesdays. Open pool leagues and DJ 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursdays, 4304 Tytus Ave., Middletown, (513) 217-4712.

BRICK STREET BAR: Techno Tuesdays, 11 p.m., free, 36 E. High St., Oxford, (513) 523-1335, brickstreetbar.com.

BURBANK'S: Open jam 7-11 p.m. every Thursday with Sonny Moorman Group. 11167 Dowlin Drive, Sharonville, (513) 771-1440.

BUSTERS BAR: Ladies night every Tuesday, all ladies drinks half price 6 to 9 p.m.; customer appreciation night, special drink prices, Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m., music by Dr. John's Groove Therapy; super Sundays special drink prices 3 to 5 p.m.; jukebox, outside patio with tail gate partying area, pool tables and dart machines, 112 Charles St., Middletown, (513) 424-3861.

C&C LOUNGE: beer specials Tuesdays and Sunday, watch football games on Sundays, 2518 Cincinnati-Brookville Road, Ross, (513) 738-9931.

CACTUS PEAR NORTH: CincyLatino's Latin Night, Latin music by DJ Aikon, Tex-Mex Menu. Ladies drink prices. Free salsa lessons for one whole hour, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. First and third Friday of each month; $4, 9500 Kenwood Road, Cincinnati, (513) 253-1081, www.cincylatino.com.

CAROL'S SPEAKEASY LOUNGE: Monday, live trivia, watch football, beer specials, 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, karaoke with Joe Cross, 9:30 p.m.; Wednesday, draft specials; Thursday, Luck of draw darts, sign-up 7 p.m., Saturday, beer specials for all Ohio State games; Sunday, watch NFL games, beer specials, food and door prizes during all Bengal games; outside patio smoking section open, video corn hole game; 4440 S. Dixie Highway, Middletown, (513) 424-9243.

CHEYENNE CATTLE CO.: Beau Davish and Southern Thunder, Dec. 28-29, 9:30 p.m.; big screen football every Sunday; free pool and jukebox every Monday; Karaoke with HHK Production, 8 p.m., Tuesdays; karaoke contest, Wednesdays; 80's for the ladies, special drink prices, 9 p.m.; Thursday; different drink specials every day; 4737 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, (513) 892-6900, www.cheyennecattle.com.

COOPER'S SPORTS BAR: karaoke, Friday; karaoke/trivia with Donna Fox On The Run, Saturday; bucket special for football Sundays; special can beer prices, Mondays; patio beer garden now open; 4309 Roosevelt Blvd., Middletown, (513) 425-0021.

COUNTRY FOXES LOUNGE: DJ Wild Will, Friday and Saturdays, 9 p.m.; free pool on Sunday; special can beer prices, Mondays and Thursdays; big screen TVs, bar touches, snacks and hot food; come see Mouse, Andrea, Dawn and May May; 444 N. Fair Ave., Hamilton, (513) 867-1876.

DUFFERS/ORIOLES: bucket beer, Sundays and Wednesdays; Margarita specials, Tuesdays; canned-beer specials, Thursday; Orioles includes big screen, pool table, no cover. 980 E. 2nd St., Franklin, (937) 746-6146.

EASY'S IN THE VILLAGE: under new management; daily lunch specials; Wayne Davis every Wednesday, 7 to 11 p.m., free; Big Ten package and NFL Ticket; wing and drink specials, free juke box weeknights; 241 N. 3rd St., Hamilton, (513) 893-3279.

FAIRFIELD TAVERN: College Night, Tuesdays, cover charge. 5353 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, www.fairfieldtavern.com/index.html.

THE FARM BEER GARDEN: Acoustic Blue, Dec. 28, 8 p.m., $3; Ryan Broshear Band, Dec. 29, 9:30 p.m., $3; 2461 Ross-Millville Road, Ross, (513) 896-9051.

FROGGY BLUES CAFE: Dec. 28, Southern Ride; Dec. 29, Haze Effect; Dec. 31, Will Fluke; Karaoke Wednesdays, no cover for Thursday night bands, Big Ten package and NFL ticket; beer and wing specials during Bengals games; live bands Friday and Saturday. $3 cover, 21 and up. Electronic darts, pool. 10 S. American Way, Monroe, (513) 539-7150.

THE GRUB PUB: Sunday, Bengal bash; Monday night football; Tuesday, free pool; Wednesday, ladies night; Thursday and Friday, music by Jeff Hoskins; Saturday, free darts, corner of Maple Avenue and Ohio 4, Hamilton, (513) 856-9302.

GOLDEN LION'S: D.J. Bonnie L., 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, 340 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, (513) 281-4179.

HILLBILLY HEAVEN: open under new management, happy hour Monday through Thursday 5 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday morning 9 a.m. to noon; drink specials Tuesday and Thursday; ladies night Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.; shuffleboard tournaments 7 p.m. Saturdays, 2502 Atco, Middletown, (513) 727-1290.

JB'S NIGHTCLUB: DJ Bonnie L. and Karaoke, 10 p.m. Fridays, free. 9176 Winton Road, Cincinnati, (513) 522-6166.

JEFFERSON HALL: Tommy Tsunami and the Suicide Surfers, 10 p.m. Dec. 28. 1 Levee Way, Suite 2118, Newport, (859) 491 6200, www.jeffersonhall.com.

JEWELZ: 35 cent wings, Mondays and Wednesdays; ladies night and open mic night with DJ Ricky D, Tuesdays; trivia and open request night with DJ Ricky D, Wednesdays; DJ/KJ with DJ Ed, Fridays; DJ/KJ with George Applegate, Saturdays; 613 N. Verity Parkway, Middletown, (513) 425-9111.

JUNIE'S LOUNGE, SOUTHGATE HOUSE: Townes Van Zandt Tribute Night, A tribute to the late singer/songwriter Townes Van Zandt featuring a host of local musicians who will be covering Van Zandt as well as displaying some of their own material, Dec. 28, free. 24 E. 3rd St., Newport, Ky.; (859) 431-2201, www.southgatehouse.com.

LIGHTHOUSE CAFE: Karaoke with Bonnie, 10 p.m., Sundays, 6151-B Dixie Highway, Fairfield, (513) 942-7955.

THE MAD FROG: Latin dancing with live music from Tropicoso, Every Monday from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. (free dance lessons from 9 to 10 p.m.). Open Mic Night 8 p.m. to midnight every Sunday. 1 E. McMillan St., Cincinnati, (513) 784-9119, www.themadfrog.net.

MAJOR LEAGUES: DJ on Fridays, Pool table, dart game, video games, outdoor deck, 611 Hamilton-Cleves Road, Hamilton, (513) 892-1284, www.myspace.com/majorleagues.

MAYORS PLACE: Music and karaoke with Shelley, 114 E. State St., Trenton, (513) 988-9029.

MUSTANG SALLY'S BAR: People's Choice voted #2 best karaoke in SW Ohio, Karaoke Tuesday through Saturday. Trivia contest Weds.; Karaoke contest, Thurs.; BBQ rib night, Thurs.; Mini-burgers and wings daily. 2104 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, (513) 894-5616.

MUTT'S BREWERY LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT: Double Shot, Dec. 28-29; live music every Friday and Saturday, wide screen TVs with NASCAR on Sunday, 3056 Wayne Madison Road, Trenton, (513) 988-0007.

NO WORRIES SPORTS BAR: Da Dj Brothers, Thursdays, 7958 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati.

PACIFIC MOON: Live Jazz with the Ann Chamberlain Trio , 7 p.m. Mondays,, free. 1 Levee Way, Suite 2125, Newport, Ky., (859) 261-MOON (6666), www.pacificmoononthelevee.com.

P' DUBS: Karaoke with Priscilla, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Saturdays; football special beer buckets, Sunday; beer buckets Wednesdays and Thursdays. 1103 Dayton St., Hamilton, (513) 894-4713.

RE-PETES: Dart tournament at 8 p.m. and O Towne Entertainment at 9 p.m. every Friday, DJ/dancing with Mike "Big O" Ollis, 9 p.m. every Saturday, Luck of the draw dart tournament every Sunday, 1002 Harmon Ave., Hamilton, (513) 737-3500.

RICK'S TAVERN & GRILLE: Power House, Dec. 28-29; Big Ten Network, Saturday; Direct TV NFL package, Sunday; Football on Monday night; Men's night, 30 cent wings and special beer prices, Wednesday; Ladies' night, DJ/karaoke and special drink prices, Thursday; outside patio open for lunch and dinner; 5955 Boymel Drive, Fairfield, (513) 874-1992, www.rickstavern.com.

RIVERBANK CAFE: Mark Davis, Dec. 28; Bill Littleford Jazz Trio, Dec. 29; 102 Main St., Hamilton, (513) 896-1666, www.riverbankcafe.com.

ROHS STREET CAFE: The Daniel Ryan Show, 9 p.m. Jan. 4, $5 cover; Jazz and open jam 8 p.m. every Thursday, 245 W. McMillan St., Cincinnati, (513) 328-ROHS, www.rohsstreetcafe.com.

SHADY O'GRADY'S: Sonny Moorman Group, 8 p.m. to midnight every Wednesday, 9443 Loveland-Madeira Road, Loveland, (513) 791-2753.

SHORT STOP'S BAR: Karaoke/DJ Stairway to the Stars, every other Saturday, starting Sept. 29, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; 55 S. Riverside Drive, New Miami, (513) 737-7867.

STUMPS BAR: Wednesdays, Ladies night with beer and well drink specials; Thursdays, bucket specials; buckets during NASCAR Sundays; 681 Clinton Ave., Hamilton, (513) 887-6422.

SYMMES TAVERN ON THE GREEN: Them Bones, Dec. 29; complimentary appetizer buffet, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday; Live trivia on Tuesdays, 500 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, (513) 829-8440.

WHITEY'S TAVERN: Sundays, draft beer specials, free pool; Wednesdays, can beer specials, free pool, and karaoke; Thursdays, karaoke with Shelly; 301 E. State St. Trenton, (513) 988-2549.

WILLIE'S SPORTS BAR: Sonny's Solo Blues 8 p.m. to midnight every Tuesday, 5054 Glencrossing Way, Western Hills, (513) 922-3377.

WIN PLACE OR SHOW SPORTS BAR AND GRILL: The Snow Shoe Crabs, 10 p.m. Dec. 28, free; Waterford Blues, 10 p.m. Dec. 29, free; Dance and karaoke with The Show, Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesday; Ladies Night With The Snow Shoe Crabs, Thursdays; 9933 Cincinnati-Columbus Road, West Chester, (513) 777-2920, www.wpssportsbar.com.

WOLPERT'S CAFE: Happy hour 4 to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, appreciation jukebox 5 p.m. to close, daily lunch special, carry out, (513) 895-1377.

YARDBIRDS BBQ: Friday & Saturday DJ and prime rib. Other weekly specials, 932 W. State St., Trenton, (513) 988-9690.

Concerts

TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA: 8 p.m. Dec. 28, U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, (513) 421-4111.

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12, Bogarts, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, (513) 872-8801.

ELVIS TRIBUTE: 8 p.m. Jan. 12, Taft Theatre, 317 E. Fifth St., Cincinnati, (513) 721-8883.

REBA & KELLY CLARKSON: 2 WORLDS 2 VOICES TOUR: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 12, E.J. Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy. Dayton, (937) 775-4789.

DANCING WITH THE STARS, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 18, U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, (513) 421-4111.

MARTIN SEXTON: 8 p.m. Jan. 18, 20th Century Theatre,

MARTINA MCBRIDE: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19, U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, (513) 421-4111.

AARON TIPPIN: 8 p.m. Jan. 19, Grand Victoria, 600 Grand Victoria Drive, Rising Sun, Ind., (800) 472-6311.

TODD RUNDGREN: 8 p.m. Jan. 19, Madison Theatre, 730 Madison Avenue, Covington, Ky., (859) 491-2444.

AS I LAY DYING: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30, Bogarts, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, (513) 872-8801.

Music

ONE WORLD WEDNESDAY: A diverse lineup of high caliber performance artists from around the world also adult art making sessions designed for those who enjoy becoming an artist over a glass of wine. Includes gallery strolls through the collection or a special exhibition and a new interactive activity at each party so people can more readily meet new people, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Jan. 2; Feb. 6; March 5; April 2; May 7, free for members, $8 non-members; Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, (513) 721-2787, www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES: Performances by Victor De Almeida, principal violist with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra with pianist Julie Spangler, 2:30 p.m. Jan. 6, free, admission charged to visit galleries. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, (513) 241-0343, taftmuseum.org.

MURPHY THEATRE: Phil Dirt and the Dozers, 8 p.m. Jan. 12; Renfro Valley Show, 7 p.m. Feb. 23; The Vogues, 8 p.m. March 22; Shenandoah, 8 p.m. March 29; Parrots of the Caribbean, 8 p.m. April 26, Murphy's Starlight Cabaret, 8 p.m. May 15-17. 50 W. Main St., Wilmington. (937) 382-3643, (877) 274-3848 or e-mail director@murphytheatre.org.

LEBANON SYMPHONY & CHORUS: Party of Note gala, Feb. 9; Caviar Pops, Feb. 22; Cookie Concert, Feb. 23; Cincinnati Boy Choir and Lebanon High School Cantare Choir joins LSOC, March 30; Season Finale, May 2. (513) 228-0346, www.musicinlebanon.com.

AMERICAN MASTERS CONCERT: Music of Charles Lloyd. $10. 4 p.m. Feb. 24, 2008. (513) 895-5151; www.hfso.org.

RETURN OF MR. RONNIE KOLE AND FRIENDS: 7:30 p.m. March 8, 2008. $15. (513) 895-5151; www.hfso.org.

OHIO MOZART FESTIVAL: Sponsored by City of Hamilton. April 25-27, 2007. www.hfso.org.

Events

NIEDERMAN CHRISTMAS DISPLAY — A WALK THROUGH THE BIBLE: A walking display around an eleven acre field — wheelchair and stroller accessible. Display is nightly, including Christmas Eve and Christmas night. Some nights there will be music in the barn. Display includes hot chocolate and cookies served in the barn. Parking is free, 5:30 to 10 p.m. nightly through Dec. 30, free, Niederman Family Farm, 4972 LeSourdsville West Chester Road, Liberty Twp., (513) 887-0725, www.gregorycreekinn.com.

LIGHT UP MIDDLETOWN: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. through Dec. 31. Features annual drive-through holiday lights display, Santa Claus, a penguin village, an American flag and a hot air balloon. Donations accepted. Located at Smith Park, 500 Tytus Ave., (513) 423-1877.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS ON THE HILL: Open nightly through Jan. 1. Car with one person $10, car with 2-6, $15 Monday-Thursday, $20 Friday through Sundays; $30-$75 for cars with 7 or more. Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park, 1763 Hamilton Cleves Road (Ohio 128), Hamilton, (513) 868-8336, www.pyramidhill.org.

CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS: 6 to 9:30 p.m. through Dec. 31, with extended hours to 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays (closed Dec. 24). $15 per car, with $5 discount coupons available at downtown Mason retailers. Coupons are valid for Monday through Thursday only. Vehicles larger than a standard passenger car, van or pick up truck will be assessed a price of $40 with no discounts available. Only side-view parking will be available for large vehicles. Heritage Oak Park, 4601 U.S. 42, Mason, www.pulsejournal.com/masonlights.

HOLIDAY IN LIGHTS: 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Through Dec. 31. Senior discounts on Tuesday and Thursday; Wednesday is discount day. $12 car, $45 bus/van with more than 15 passengers, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Cincinnati, (513) 769-0393, www.holidayinlights.com.

DISNEY EXHIBIT: Artist Mary Lou Holdren displays her painted wooden Disney characters in her front and back yards, 6-10 p.m. through Jan. 1, free, 352 Randolph St., Wilmington. (937) 382-3626.

HOLIDAY JUNCTION: Model train enthusiasts can view a fanciful 2,000-square-foot, O-gauge layout with several trains running simultaneously through a four-level set. In addition, display of some of the oldest model trains ever produced, through Jan. 6, tickets included in admission to the Cincinnati History Museum, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, (800) 733-2077, www.cincymuseum.org.

TOYS THROUGH TIME: Celebrate the holidays and relive your childhood memories. Located in the John A. Ruthven Exhibition Gallery, across from the Duke Energy Children's Museum, through Jan. 6, Cincinnati Museum Center, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, (800) 733-2077, www.cincymuseum.org.

FAIRFIELD FREE SLAM: Sing up and hang out time 7 p.m. Slamming begins at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 29, Tanze Performing Arts Studio, 1044 Symmes Road, Fairfield, (513) 844-1900, www.tanzearts.com.

BADIN ALUMNI BAND REHEARSAL: All alumni from Hamilton Catholic, Notre Dame, Badin High School and any family members of current music students are invited to join this newly formed group. Rehearsals in the PFAC Music Room. E-mail to alumniband@badinmusic.org, 9-10:30 a.m. Second Saturday of each month, free, Badin High School, 571 New London Road, Hamilton.

RIVERBANK POETRY PROJECT: Live music and refreshments, 6:30 p.m.; special performances from dynamic local poets, 7:15 p.m. and open mic poetry featuring you, 8 p.m. Jan. 8; free, Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, (513) 867-5348, www.riverbankpoetry.com.

ICEFEST: "Animal Kingdom in Ice," Feb. 1-2. Presented by City of Sculpture, Inc. Ice creations will be all sorts of creatures, and Friday evening will feature a lighted display. Includes works from Artic Diamond Inc. Activities will be an ice carving competition, demonstrations, amateur photo contest sponsored by Chaco Credit Union, Inc.; Art exhibition conducted by Art on Symmes, Fire and Ice event sponsored by First Financial Bank, Fire and Ice Demonstration on the Great Miami riverbank sponsored by the City of Hamilton, a technicolor ice walk, soap sculpture contest and more. Located at High Street and various streets around the Butler County Courthouse and downtown Hamilton. (513) 895-3934; www.cityofsculpture.org.

CAVALCADE OF CUSTOMS: March 14-16, 48th Annual Koi Auto Parts car show, Duke Energy Center, Cincinnati; www.autorama.com.

Exhibits

CANAL MUSEUM: recreation of locktender's house on Miami-Erie Canal with Middletown memorabilia and history. Open by appointment only, free, 1605 N. Verity Parkway, Middletown, (513) 424-5539.

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM: Designed to Dazzle: Cincinnati Collects Tiffany Jewelry, Celebrate the superior design tradition of jewelry created by Tiffany & Co., through Feb. 17; Exhibit of the 1967 412P Ferrari, through Jan. 6; The Lure of the Arctic: Eskimo and Inuit Artifacts from the W. Roger and Patricia K. Fry Collection, through Jan. 6, free; Vanishing Frontier, The exhibition focuses on the culture of the American Indian and the white man's perception of it, through Jan. 2, free; 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, (513) 721-ARTS, www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER: Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship, through Jan. 2, 1301 Western Ave., Cincinnati, (800) 733-2077, tickets: (513) 287-7001, www.cincymuseum.org.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER: Julian Stanczak, Stanczak's work is characterized by scientific precision and the illusion of pulsating motion. Using repeated line patterns, his work studies the optical behavior of colors in close proximity to each other, through Feb. 11. 44 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, (513) 345-8415, contemporaryartscenter.org.

DAYTON ART INSTITUTE: The Roman World: Religions and Everyday Life, featuring the Brooklyn Museum exhibition "Tree of Paradise: Jewish Mosaics from the Roman Empire" through Jan. 6; Sitting Pretty Around the World, through April 30. 456 Belmonte Park N, (937) 223-4ART, www.daytonartinstitute.org.

EXPRESS YOURSELF COFFEE HOUSE: Exhibition by Constance Weber, Features approximately 20 works in various sizes and price ranges, through Jan. 3, free. 78 E. Main St, Xenia, (937) 372-7446.

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER: "Creations Within", Exhibit of artwork created by individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Each piece of art reflects the artist themselves; the expression of thoughts, feelings, and talents from within that exists in all of us. Sponsored by The Alois Alzheimer Foundation, through Jan. 12, free. 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, (513) 867-5348, www.fairfield-city.org/ParksRecreation/cac/index.cfm.

FITTON CENTER FOR CREATIVE ARTS: Bob Scholl: Birding, Scholl's exquisite color photos focus on species of birds found in North America, through Jan. 4, free, Donations accepted. 101 S Monument Ave, Hamilton, (513) 863-8873, tickets: (513) 863-8873, www.fittoncenter.org.

HIESTAND GALLERIES: Young Painters Exhibition, Works by finalists in the ninth annual Miami University Young Painters Competition for the William (Miami '36) and Dorothy Yeck Award will be exhibited. Works by the 2007 winner, Omar Chacón, also will be exhibited. The exhibition is titled "Sancochos Casiqueños a la Cimabue.", 8:30-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, through Feb. 9, free. Miami University, Oxford, (513) 529-1883.

MANIFEST CREATIVE RESEARCH GALLERY AND DRAWING CENTER: Trick of the Light exhibit, Invited artists to submit recent photography-based work in an effort to assemble a compelling exhibit revealing the power of light-based imagery to communicate, express, or evoke a visceral first-hand experience as strong any painting or sculpture exhibit, through Jan. 11. 2727 Woodburn Ave., Cincinnati, (513) 861-3638, www.manifestgallery.org.

MIDDLETOWN ARTS CENTER: Paintings by Jean Vance, through Jan. 7, free. 130 North Verity Parkway, Middletown, (513) 424-2417, www.middletownartscenter.com.

MIDDLETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Exhibit of James M. Cox: Ohio's Progressive Governor, An overview of his life with a focus on his political impact as Ohio's first three-term governor examining some of the legislative issues of the times such as child labor, workman's compensation, school reform and prison reform. An adjoining exhibit presents additional information from its collections about Governor Cox and Governor James E. Campbell, who was born in Middletown and served as Ohio's 38th governor from 1890-1892, Open Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment, free. 56 S. Main St., Middletown, (513) 424-5539.

MONROE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM: Millinery Display, Come and see the beautifully appointed Chickahomniy House and share in Monroe's history. Docents will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 30, free. 10 E. Elm St., Monroe, (513) 539-9813, (513) 539-2270.

NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER: Hope and Strength Through Art: Talking About Mental Wellness Exhibit , This art exhibit offers guests the opportunity to experience the intense energy of real-life recovery from mental illness, experienced by adults and children. The exhibit delivers a message of hope, strength and mental wellness. In addition to the murals, the exhibit will include a selection of paintings by individual artists and artist from The Recovery Center of Hamilton County. Hope and Strength Through Art is on display through January 12, 2008, December 1, 2007- January 12, 2008 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m, Free with Freedom Center admission. 50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati, (877) 648-4838, www.freedomcenter.org/index.cfm.

PENDLETON ART GALLERY, NEWPORT: Artists of the Gallery event, feature local artists from the Pendleton Art Gallery demonstrating their creative work while customers browse the gallery and enjoy free appetizers from various Levee restaurants. Up to five different artists will be highlighting their work each Saturday, 5-9 p.m. Saturdays, free. 1 Levee Way, Newport on the Levee, Newport, Ky., (859) 261-5770.

ROSEWOOD ARTS CENTRE: Show by Pam Adams and Tamie Beldue, Adams will show her painting and Beldue will show her drawings, Jan. 6-Feb. 1, free. 2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, (937) 296-0294, www.ketteringoh.org/newweb/departments/cultural_arts/cularts_rosewood.php.

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART: Jewels of Time: Watches from the Munson-Williams-Proctor Art Institute, through Jan. 27; Small Paintings, A group of diminutive oil paintings offers an intimate experience of collecting tastes at the turn of the 20th century, Jan. 11-Feb. 24; 316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, (513) 241-0343, taftmuseum.org.

WESTON ART GALLERY, ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS: "Celebration of Creativity: OAC Fellowships 1980-2005", Eclectic sampling of the wealth and diversity of atristic talent throughout the state of Ohio, through Jan. 13, free. 650 Walnut, Cincinnati, (513) 977-4165, www.cincinnatiarts.org/weston.

Theater

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park, through Dec. 30. Robert S. Marx Theatre, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

"A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM": By William Shakespeare. This holiday treat promises to be a sparkling visual feast, a captivating fancy, a family delight, through Jan. 6, $20-$26, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 719 Race Street, Cincinnati, (513) 381-BARD, cincyshakes.com.

"THE FROG PRINCESS": A modern spin on the classic Russian fairytale. A tsar commands his three sons to seek out their prospective brides by following arrows they have shot into the air, through Jan. 6, $15-$35, Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati, 1127 Vine St., Cincinnati, (513) 421-3555, www.cincyetc.com.

"RECLAMATION: THE LAST BATTLE OF NUTCRACKER": From the creative team that brought you Christmas Yet to Come, comes a much darker, twisted rethinking of the classic tale, The Nutcracker. Exhale Dance Tribe's choreography set to an all new, original score. Some language, provocative movement, and stylized violence, through Dec. 30, $12-$22, Know Theatre, 1120 Jackson St., Cincinnati, (513) 621-ARTS, www.knowtheatre.com.

"WHITE CHRISTMAS": 6 p.m. Dec. 28; 6 p.m. Dec. 29; 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Dec. 30, $46-$63 for adults, $25 for ages 11 and younger, La Comedia Dinner Theatre, 765 W. Central Ave., Springboro, (800) 677-9505, www.lacomedia.com.

"GIVE 'EM HELL, HARRY!": A comedy-drama by Samuel Gallu , directed by Ellie Shepherd and starring Bill Hartnett as Harry S. Truman. After FDR's death, Truman became the 33rd president of the United States and oversaw the end of World War II in Europe, participated in the Potsdam Conference in Germany, and approved the dropping of two atomic bombs on Japan, ending the war, Jan. 4-20, $15, Walton Creek Theatre, 4101 Walton Creek Road, Cincinnati, (513) 684-1236.

"WICKED": Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the Land of Oz. One -born with emeral-green skin - is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. Tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, and how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch, Jan. 9-Feb. 3, Aronoff Center for the Arts, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, (513) 621-2787, cincinnatiarts.org.

"THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park, Jan. 15-Feb. 15 (2008). Robert S. Marx Theatre, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

THE PALACE FOLLIES: Benefit Greater Hamilton Civic Theatre's renovations of the historic Palace Theatre. Advance ticket sales only, Jan. 18-19, Garfield Junior High School, 250 N. Fair Ave., Hamilton, (513) 737-7529.

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL: Jan. 30-Feb. 3, group discounts available. Taft Theatre, (513) 562-4949. For group rates call or e-mail (513) 369-4363, pegholthaus@livenation.com.

"CRIME AND PUNISHMENT,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park," Feb. 2-March 2 (2008). Thompson Shelterhouse, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

"DOUBT,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park, March 4-April 4 (2008). Robert S. Marx Theatre, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

"ELLA,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park, March 4-April 4 (2008). Robert S. Marx Theatre, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

MODY DICK REHEARSED: The Acting Company rescheduled date to Match 20, Aronoff Center, Jarson-Kaplan Theater. (513) 621-2787; www.cincinnatiarts.com.

"THE MICKEY KAPLAN NEW AMERICAN PLAY PRIZE,": Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park world premiere, March 22-April 20 (2008). Thompson Shelterhouse, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

"AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS,": Cincinnati's Playhouse in the Park, May 10-June 8 (2008). Thompson Shelterhouse, (513) 421-3888; www.cincyplay.com.

Auditions

AUDITIONS FOR THE MARIEMONT PLAYERS : For a production of "The Drawer Boy", a play by Michael Healey, 7 p.m., Jan. 7, cast requirements are: 2 men, stage ages 50 years plus and 1 man, stage age 20 plus. Auditionees will be asked to read from the script. The production will be staged March 7-23, Walton Creek Theatre, 4101 Walton Creek Road, Cincinnati, (513) 451-6338.

Dance

THE CORNDRINKERS WITH KATHY ANDERSON: Dance patterns are performed by couples in two lines with a live caller providing instruction before each dance begins and prompts dancers as the dance begins and throughout the dance when needed. Waltzing at 6:30 p.m., lessons 7:30 p.m., and dancing 8 to 11 p.m., Jan. 4, General admission $6, children ages 12 and under free, Michael Solomon Pavilion, 2917 Berkley Avenue, Kettering, (937) 294-9357.

"THE NUTCRACKER": Presented by Cincinnati Ballet, through Dec. 29, $21-$66, Aronoff Center - Procter and Gamble Hall, 650 Walnut St., Cincinnati, (513) 621-2787, tickets: (513) 562-4949, cincinnatiballet.com.

For kids

JUNIOR STORYTIME: 11 a.m. Thursdays,; 1 p.m. Saturdays,, free, Barnes & Noble - West Chester, 9455 Civic Centre Blvd., West Chester, (513) 755-2258, www.barnesandnoble.com.

HOLIDAY ART MAKING AND TOURS: Free art making in the Education Center, free scavenger hunts for kids, free tours for families (1 p.m., meet in front lobby) and free admission to Vanishing Frontier, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 30, free, Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, (513) 721-ARTS, www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org.

HOLIDAY SOCCER CAMP: John Mers, Director of Coaching for CUSA, will conduct the camp for boys and girls ages 6-16. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon for ages 6-12 and 1 to 4 p.m. for ages 13-16. Participants must register in advance. Each camp option includes a T-shirt, Dec. 26-28, $35 (one day), $65 (two days) and $90 (three days), SportsPleX, 5447 Intrastate Drive, Fairborn, (937) 878-7270, www.splex.com.

JAZZ FOR KIDS: If you have lots of energy, like to dance and have fun, then beginner Jazz is the class for you. Instructor Mindy McGregor will teach the basics and beyond to some the today's energetic pop music. Stay with the classes and ham it up at our Spring recital. 5-7 year olds, 5:15 to 6 p.m.; 8-12 year olds, 6:15 to 7 p.m. with three different sessions, Jan. 8; Feb. 12; March 18, $24 residents $27 non-residents, Sharonville Recreation Center, 10990 Thornview Drive, Cincinnati, (513) 563-2895, www.cityofsharonville.com.

DISNEY'S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE ICE TOUR: The only live fusion of songs, dancing and nonstop, teamspirited fun inspired by the smash hit Disney Channel original movie, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9, U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway, Cincinnati, (513) 421-4111, usbankarena.com/.

NEXT GENERATION THEATRE SERIES - "STORYBLAST": Featuring Odd Bodkin, master storyteller and musician, who will provide a collection of four unique yarns. For ages 4 and older, 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. Jan. 12, $6 adults, $5 ages 4-18, Rosenthal Plaza, Playhouse in the Park, 862 Mount Adams Circle, Cincinnati, (513) 421-3888, www.cincyplay.com.

YOUTH STUDIO: PODCASTING WORKSHOP: Take a closer look at the Taft's collection and put your thoughts into cyberspace. In this three-hour workshop, you'll tour the permanent collection, pick one object and create a podcast script. Record your podcast and we'll post them on Taft's website, 1-4 p.m. Jan. 12, members $15, non-members $20, Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike Street, Cincinnati, (513) 241-0343, taftmuseum.org.

THE DOODLEBOPS: Jan. 13, $17-35 plus service fees, Hara Arena, 1001 Shiloh Springs Road, Trotwood, (937) 278-4776, www.haracomplex.com.