January concludes with a variety of entertainment options in Covington, Kentucky. The Carnegie will host the opening of "Seussical," a musical featuring beloved Dr. Seuss characters, starting Friday. The production is a collaboration with the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and will run on weekends.
For those seeking creative activities, Purple Paisley offers a Valentine's Earring Crafting Class on Saturday. Participants can create unique earrings using materials like Swarovski crystals and metal beads. Following this, local artist Emily Rose leads a workshop to craft personalized note cards for loved ones and hospitalized children through the Cards for Hospitalized Kids charity.
Beer enthusiasts can attend two events on Saturday. Braxton Brewing Co. hosts a Girl Scout Cookie & Beer Pairing event where attendees can sample cookies alongside various brews. West Sixth Covington Haus features high gravity beers at their Big Beers event, offering bold flavors from brews like Kentucky Coffee Stout and Snake Eyes Imperial Stout.
Sunday's highlight is "Positively MainStrasse: Benefit for Giving Kids Hope" at The Village Theater, featuring local artists performing Bob Dylan songs to support Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s "Giving Hope to Kids."
Live music performances are scheduled throughout the weekend at various venues including Molly Malone’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Smoke Justis, Madison Live, Galaxie, Juniper’s, and Madison Theater.
Additional events include workshops at Artmarkit and an author meet-and-greet at Roebling Point Books & Coffee.