Lalah Hathaway Performing @ The Schuster Center in Dayton

Lalah Hathaway performing live at the Schuster Center in Dayton, Ohio this Sunday, October 2nd.

Event Description:

R&B/jazz artist and “First Daughter of Soul” Lalah Hathaway will kick things off with a special concert on Oct. 2 at the Schuster Center. Hathaway burst onto the soul and jazz scene in 1990 with an auspicious self-titled debut album. The disc displayed a young artist who clearly had the pipes, but was also a developing song stylist, able to interpret both modern R&B and jazz. Her last name gives a lot away. She is the daughter of legendary soul performer Donny Hathaway and his talented wife Eulauhlah. However, while her name may have brought initial attention to some people, it was immediately clear that she is a true--and distinctive--vocal talent.

With a style somewhat reminiscent of Patti Austin, but with a deeper, smokier edge, Lalah climbed to the top of the R&B charts with her debut hit "Heaven Knows." Since those early days, she has had released several cds and partnered with countless talented musicians. Her latest solo effort will be released later in October. This special concert on Oct. 2 will start with a performance from Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, a unique and distinctly Dayton opening act not to be missed.

Enjoy a little taste of Lalah's rich soulful voice:

Venue: Mead Theatre - Schuster Center

Performances:

- Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 7:30pm

Prices:

Adult: | $50.00 | $40.00 | More more info & Buy Tickets

Kings Island Halloween Haunt Full of Fun & Scary

Kings Island's Halloween Haunt is back for its annual fun and scary thrill. Halloween Haunt is full of indoor & outdoor mazes like Holiday Horror, Nightmare Alley and more. Also featured is a great scary show, Half Pint Brawlers. Plus enjoy the scary decor of Tombstone Terror Tory: Covered bridges and foggy terrain disguise the evil that lurks in every direction as you travel aboard a midnight train. And don't forget the thrill rides: The Beast, Drop Tower, Vortex and more.

Friday and Saturday 7 PM - 1 AM Get more info & buy tickets

Dan Akyroyd Appearing @ Jungle Jims

Comedian/Actor Dan Aykroyd will be appearing @ Jungle Jim's to promote and sign his very own Crystal Head vodka bottles.

The vodka comes in a bottle shaped like a skull, patterned after 13 ancient, mysterious crystal skulls found in various places around the world.

” The heads are thought to offer spiritual power and enlightenment to those who possess them, and as such stand not as symbols of death, but of life.” (According to the website, Aykroyd is also “a spiritualist; a believer in what he calls the “invisible world” where otherworldly presences are a “form of reality as valid as our normal reality.”)

WHERE: Jungle Jim’s in Fairfield, outside the Oscar Event Center

WHEN: 4 PM - 6 PM (signing bottles).

**He will be signing vodka bottles ONLY, and you have to buy the bottle at JJ’s.

Also there is a VIP party running at the same time, which includes a vodka cocktail and gets you to front of the line. More info here

Elsa Sules Art Collection Up For Auction

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In Celebrating the life & art collection of Elsa Heisel Sule, there will be a public auction hosted by Stuart Holman Auctioneer. The Gala/Art Preview and Public Auction will showcase 33 pieces of Sules art collection.

The collection consist of several Cincinnati artists: Henry F. Farny, Joseph H. Sharp, Dixie Selden, Charles S. Kaelin, John Ellsworth Weis and more. She also has a painting by renowned western artist Frank Tenny Johnson, commissioned by Elsa’s father, Dr. Clifford Heisel. A letter from the artist to Dr. Heisel will be sold with the painting.

Who is Elsa Sule? Sule was an associate producer of Ruth Lyons’ “50-50 Club” and the “Bob Braun Show” from 1949 to 1984. Then she ran the annual Ruth Lyons’ campaign until her retirement in 1987. Sule passed away last year at age 88.

Gala & Art Preview

Saturday, October 1 – 6:00 - 10:00pmProgram, Entertainment & Dinner-by-the-Bite

Public Auction of the Sule Collection

Sunday, October 2 – 2:00pmPreview – 12:00 noon See photos of art here

Mike Posner Live @ Cintas Center

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Singing sensation Mike Posner is performing live at the Cintas Center. The Electro-pop singer/songwriter will be supporting his first debut album “31 Minutes to Takeoff which was released in August.

Mike Posner is best known for his hit single 'Cooler Than Me' which help make him an household name. Check out the video:

WHEN: Oct 29th

WHERE: Cintas Center Cincinnati, Ohio

PRICE: $15.00 - $25.00 @ Ticketmaster Buy Tickets

Its Fireworks Time: Riverfest, WEBN Fireworks This Weekend

OK Cincinnati, its that time again for Labor Day fireworks down by the Ohio River. The largest event of the year, the Cincinnati Bell/WEBN fireworks is sure to explode with excitement and a colorful display of the best fireworks show.

Every year everyone looks forward to the climax of the P&G Riverfest, the fireworks display which feature Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks on the river. The free event will begin at 
9:05 p.m. Sunday night (Sept. 4th).

A huge crowd of close to a half-million people is expected to attend the celebration, so be safe and enjoy the festivities.

Remember the event is an alcohol free event and attendees are not allowed to bring alcohol.

Mark Your Calendar For The Lincoln Ware Walking Club 11th Anniversary Gala

Mark your calendar for the Lincoln Ware Walking Club 11th Anniversary Gala. A night filled with dancing and even free food. So make sure you dress to impress.

Date: Saturday, October 1st, 2011

Where: St. Anthony Banquet Hall

2530 Victory Parkway (across from the old Alms Hotel)

Music provided by D.J. Baby Rome

B.Y.O.B.

Free Food served 9:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Tickets: $15.00 in advance - $20.00 at the door

For more information call Shirley - 807-0862 or Bonita - 312-9672

Join the Fight: 4th Annual Cincinnati Panerathon 5K to Fight Hunger

Join the fight for hunger - The 4th Annual Cincinnati Panerathon 5K to Fight Hunger is almost upon us. Panera @ Union Centre is sponsoring a great event on September 10th to help raise money for the Children's Hunger Alliance.

Information: Entry fees are $20 for pre-registration and $25 on race day for individual and $15 per person for pre-registration and $20 per person on race day for team or company (10 people or more). Register in-person on race day beginning at 7:30 a.m. The 5K fee includes chip timing, event t-shirt, goody bag, and post-race expo complete with refreshments compliments of Panera Bread.

The event kicks off at 8:30am Saturday morning with events for both adults and kids. The 5k route loops around the Streets of West Chester and the local area. This year dogs are welcome to join the run.

This year the goal of the Panerathon is to have at least 500 participants up from 253 last year. You can register ahead of the event or make a donation. Register Here

Laugh It Up With The Royal Comedy Tour

One of the original Queen's of Comedy, Sommore is headed to Cincinnati as the head act of the Royal Comedy Tour. Sommore, along with Damon Williams, Mark Curry, Gary Owen and Earthquake will be bringing the funny when they come to the Music Hall on October 7th.

Sommore, the original 'Queen of Comedy', has emerged as one of America's top comedic performers consistently delivering sharp sarcasm with an amazing presence. The Trenton, New Jersey native has appeared various shows including Russell Simmons' 'Def Comedy Jam', BET's 'Live From LA', 'Showtime At The Apollo' and featured on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show'. Starring in the ground-breaking Queens of Comedy tour, Sommore was featured on the Showtime special and now has her own successful DVD 'The Queen Stands Alone'. Her film appearances include Soul Plane, A Miami Tail, Friday After Next and Something New.

Damon Williams is a Chicago native has had numerous television appearances including BET's 'Comic View' annually since '94 and his own one hour special. He's been featured on BET LIVE, hosted several episodes of the legendary 'Showtime at the Apollo', Showtime Network's half-hour comedy series 'JAMIE FOXX presents LAFFAPALOOZA' and opened for the highly successful Kings Of Comedy Tour. Most recently he was featured on 'Martin Lawrence presents First Amendment Standup' on Starz and is currently a regular feature on 'The Tom Joyner Morning Show' with a segment called 'The Seriously Ignant News'.

Mark Curry is an American actor and comedian. He is best known as the star of the ABC sitcom 'Hangin' with Mr. Cooper', and as one of the various hosts of the syndicated series 'It's Showtime at the Apollo'.

Gary Owen has been entertaining America for over a decade with his side-splitting comedy performing in all of the major comedy rooms across America. The Cincinnati native can be seen on Tyler Perry's extremely successful 'House Of Payne' as the new barber, Zach. Additionally, Owen has been seen in such films as Little Man with the Wayans Brothers, Rebound, and Daddy Day Care with Eddie Murphy.

Earthquake is an explosive comedic performer unlike any other. His stand-up comedy is at its peak, his ability to engage an audience is nationally known and he is now being heralded by critics as one of the most talented comedians in the country. Earthquake's charm and good nature are apparent as he delivers his straight-ahead humor. Yet he pulls no punches, touching on a variety of topics in his comedy act. Aside from keeping everyone in stitches, Earthquake is also a talented actor, soon to be seen in the upcoming movie Getting Played with Vivica Fox and Bill Bellamy.

Cincinnati Music Hall

1241 Elm St.

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Ticket Office

Phone: (513) 621-2787 ticketing@cincinnatiarts.org

Zootini - A Party At The Cincinnati Zoo

Zootini - A party at that turns the Cincinnati Zoo into a club.

Event description: Party at the Cincinnati Zoo: Come sip some martinis, dance, and have the time of your life! Come party with your favorite band "The Joneses" and one of the hottest Djs on the PLANET Dj Prolifik in the building! They are going to be rocking it out so much, don't be surpised if you see the animals dancing!

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the non-profit organization "Relate Marketing". This event is sponsored in part by The Social Society.

For more info call/text 513.293.3515 or visit

WHEN: September 4th

WHERE: Cincinnati Zoo

3400 Vine Street

Cincinnati, OH

Time: Doors open at 8pm, party until 1am.

Website or Map: http://DonnyYoung513.com

Organized By: Donny Young, Christian Bradley, Neal J. Carroll, Kris McNeal

Mos Def & Talib Kweli @ Bogarts

Blackstar featuring Hip-Hop icons Mos Def & Talib Kweli will be performing at Bogarts -- also appearing Buggs Tha Rocka.

Date: Sat, Sep 17, 2011 09:00 PM

Ticket Price: $42.50 to $99.00

Organized By: Guerilla Union & House of Blues

Buy Tickets

Jokes & Jams Showcase Tonight @ The Pointe Bar & Grill

Jokes & Jams Showcase tonight at The Point Bar and Grill. The event is the ultimate live music and comedy experience for Labor Day weekend.

After party hosted by Steven G. with D.J. Prolific until 1 AM.

Live music by Joneses and Perfect Truth and Comedian Flow Mays

Showcasing Local, Regional and National comics

Doors open at 7:30 PM

WHEN: Sept. 3rd

WHERE: The Point Bar and Grill

2241 Crown Pointe Drive Sharonville, Ohio 45241

Price: $5.00 Before 8 PM $10.00 After

Its Time to Join the Family at The Black Family Reunion

Its that time again to join the Family at The Black Family Reunion. The 23rd Annual Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion Celebration is this weekend: August 19th through the 21st, 2011 in Cincinnati, OH. This year's theme is "Families Helping Families". The outdoor event continues to grow and is one of Cincinnati's largest family-focused events drawing over 100,000 patrons.

This weekend the 23rd Black Family Reunion is sure to keep you entertained. R&B's legendary group the S.O.S. Band will be performing and singing some of there famous hits like: 'Just Be Good To Me', 'Tell Me If You Still Care', "Take Your Time -Do It Right' and more.

Marvin Sapp will most definitely be bringing down the house with his soulful voice as he lifts your spirit with great hits like: 'Best In Me', 'Never Would've Made It' and more.

The Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion Celebration was inaugurated in August 1989 in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is held annually the 3rd weekend of August at Sawyer Point and Yeatman's Cove.

Chris Brown F.A.M.E. Tour Headed to Cincinnati

Chris Brown is bringing his F.A.M.E. tour to Riverbend. The R&B singer is also bringing along with him a former Destiny Child member, Kelly Rowland and the man who made auto-tune so popular, T-Pain.

Show Description: Chris Brown will kick off his F.A.M.E. Tour in Toronto on September 12 and he’s taking T-Pain, Kelly Rowland and Tyga along for the cross-country ride, which will include a stop at Riverbend Music Center for a Pavilion-Only show.

"This tour will allow me to paint a picture musically," Brown said in the announcement. "I want to bring a lot of energy and excitement to all the fans. It's going to be a great show."

Wed, Sep 21 - 7:00 PM (doors open @ 5:30 PM)Tickets on sale: Fri, Aug 19 - 10:00AM Buy Tickets

Man -VS- Food Tours Findlay Market

photo: The Enquirer/Liz Dufour

Chef Adam Richman along with his show/crew of Man -VS- Nation now called 'Man -VS- Food Nation paid a visit to Findlay Market yesterday August 18th. Richman praised the cuisine he found while touring Findlay Market.

Adam Richman, in the center of the picture above was filming his TV show, "Man V. Food Nation', which airs on the Travel channel Wednesdays.

Lincoln Ware No Longer Just A Radio Host: He's A Shriner

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The Buzz Radio Talk Show Host, Lincoln Ware is no longer just a Radio Talk show host. He is now a Shriners. Ware participated in the Shriners yearly convention and parade while riding a horse.

Congrats Lincoln you wear the Shriners hat well.

Coney Island Postpones Balloon Race

Coney Island postpones Balloon Race. The Balloon Blast Off race at Coney Island, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13, was rescheduled for Sept. 3.

Sugarland Performs First Concert Since Indiana State Fair Tragedy & Dedicates A Moment of Silence Remembering Victims

Thursday, Sugarland played their first concert since the Indiana State Fair tragedy where the stage they were about to perform on at the Indiana State Fair collapsed last week as a sudden, violent storm blew in.

Indiana news stations tuned in live to Albuquerque, New Mexico’s Hard Rock Pavilion to watch.

Singer Jennifer Nettles addressed the audience before starting her performance, requesting the crowd to take a moment to remember the 5 lives that were lost and the 40 injured.

"I am sure that by now all of you are well aware of the tragedy that occurred at the Indiana State Fair on Saturday. Moments before we were about to take the stage, a huge gust of wind blew in and collapsed the stage," she said, "wounding more than 40 people and killing five."

"In honor of those people who were wounded and those beautiful lives that were lost, we ask you to stand and join us now in a moment of silence."

Nettles then broke into their song, "Love," which includes lyrics, "Is is more than faith/Is is more than hope/ Is is waiting for us at the end of our rope/It's love."

Message from SayWhatNews Family: Our prayers and thoughts are with the families who lost their loved ones:

And for the 40 people who were injured we are praying for your speedy recovery.

God Bless You All!!!!!

Big Time Rush Rocks The House At Indiana State Fair

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Just two days before the Indiana State Fair tragedy, Big Time Rush rocked the house. Kendall, James, Carlos and Logan had fans screaming and jumping on their feet to all their hits like: 'If I Ruled The World', 'Girlfriend', 'Worldwide' and more.

I was there with my two girls and I have to admit that when BTR hit the stage I became a teenage girl again (LOL). I really enjoyed myself especially watching the experience through the eyes of my 9 year old and 6 year old.