These fun-loving rockers have sold 10 million albums worldwide, fueled by hit singles such as “Swing, Swing,” “Move Along” and “Dirty Little Secret.” Their last album was 2012’s “Kids in the Street.” See them at Bogart’s, 2621 Vine St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30.50. For more information, call 513-872-8801 or visit www.bogarts.com.
The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute
This Beatles tribute band is so accurate they’re Emmy winners. Come hear their note-by-note renditions of “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “Twist and Shout,” “Hey Jude,” and many more at the Taft Theatre, 317 E. 5th St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $28-$49. For more information, call 513-232-6220 or visit www.tafttheatre.org.
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
This fresh approach to the beloved 1967 classic includes two new songs, “Beethoven Day” and “My New Philosophy.” See it at the Fairfield Community Arts Center, 411 Wessel Drive, Fairfield, on Feb. 21-March 1. Performance times are 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $13-$15. For more information, call 513-867-5348 or visit www.fairfield-city.org/tickets.
“Bingo: The Winning Musical”
This off-Broadway musical is about a group of die-hard Bingo players who never miss a game. In between number calling, competitions, and strange rituals, people fall in love, out of love, and back into love. See it locally at the Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S. College St., Oxford, on Feb. 21-March 1. Show hours are 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $15. For more information, call 513-529-3200 or visit www.oxarts.com.
Hot Magnolias: Mardi Gras Night
Hot Magnolias, a Creole-inspired band, will give local audiences a musical taste of New Orleans at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts, 101 S. Monument Ave., Hamilton, on Feb. 22 from 7:30-10 p.m. Tickets are $37. For more information, call 513-863-8873 or visit www.fittoncenter.org.
Over the Rhine
Our nationally acclaimed husband-and-wife folk band who decided to remain in Southwestern Ohio released their 15th album, “Love & Revelation,” last year. See them at Parrish Auditorium at the Miami University Hamilton, 1601 University Blvd., Hamilton, on Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $34-$36. For more information, call 513-529-3200 or visit www.miamioh.edu/boxoffice.
The Belairs
This Las Vegas-style, 1950s and 60s pop music revue features four-part harmonies, audience interaction, elaborate costumes and choreography, and tributes to Roy Orbison, Dion, Dusty Springfield, Neil Diamond, and others. See them at the Sorg Opera House, 57 S. Main St., Middletown, on Feb. 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20-$25. For more information, visit www.sorgoperahouse.org.
Winter Blues Hike
No sooner has winter finally arrived than you’ll be looking for signs of spring with this self-guided, scenic hike through Horseshoe Falls, the Swinging Bridge, and the Flat Fork Gorge. Warm up afterward with fire-baked pizza, bean soup, and cornbread. Check it out at Caesar Creek State Park, 8570 E. State Route 73, Waynesville, on Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon. Donations are welcome. For more information, visit the Caesar Creek State Park Facebook page.
Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular
Celebrating 50 years of Pink Floyd, this acclaimed laser spectacular features concert-quality sound, high-powered lasers, state-of-the-art lighting and visual effects, large-screen video projections and, best and most important of all, it’s all presented with the original master recordings of Pink Floyd. See it at Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30-$40. For more information, call 513-977-8838 or visit www.memorialhallotr.com.
Cincinnati Home & Garden Show
This annual showcase features the latest products and services for interior decorating and landscaping. Stroll through the garden showcase, speak with experts about projects and ideas, and check out such features as “Garden of the Future” and “Game of Stones.” See it at the Duke Energy Convention Center, 525 Elm St., Cincinnati, on Feb. 22-23 and Feb. 27-March 1. Show hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturdays, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $12-$14. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. For more information, call 513-826-3427 or visit www.cincinnatihomeandgardenshow.com.
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