Celebrate this Valentine’s Day by taking in a performance of Cincinnati Ballet’s King Arthur’s Camelot, showing at the Aronoff Center February 10-12. The epic tale based on the story of King Arthur is translated through original choreography by Cincinnati Ballet Artistic Director & CEO Victoria Morgan, an original musical composition by Canadian composer John Estacio that is performed by the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Maestro Carmon DeLeone, and an original libretto by dramaturge Eda Holmes.

King Arthur’s Camelot is one of the few ballets based on the legendary tale of King Arthur, a prevalent focal point of medieval literature. After being pronounced king and finding true love with Guinevere by way of Merlin’s magic, King Arthur’s idyllic life soon leads way to turmoil as he learns of the transgressions of his new wife and his newest knight, Lancelot. A young idealist, King Arthur’s visions of obtaining a perfect love and ruling with honor and valor are challenged and he finds himself a mere man, navigating a world wrought with betrayal and dishonor. The story is told through a stunning display of dance and theatrical elements such as projections, puppets, and exquisite sets and costumes.

A highlight of Cincinnati Ballet’s 50^th Anniversary season, the ballet premiered in 2014, the first full-length production created by Cincinnati Ballet since 1994’s Peter Pan.

If you are a true ballet aficiando, you can meet the artists at a Ballet & Beer event on Thursdasy, February 2 from 5:15-7pm at the Cincinnati Ballet Center in Over-the-Rhine. There will be a casual, behind-the-scenes experience where you can hear from Cincinnati Ballet dancers and see how they embody their characters through dance, manage complicated fight choreography, and still manage to make it all look so easy. This event is free, and pre-registration is required! RSVP via phone 513.621.5282 or online at cballet.org/ballet-beer. At the event, Cincinnati young professionals under 40 will get an exclusive opportunity to purchase specially-priced tickets for the next Cincinnati Ballet performance (pending availability).

Have the romantic Valentine’s weekend of your dreams, and join the Cincinnati Ballet for King Arthur’s Camelot.

Hotel Covington only opened its doors in September of 2016, but it’s already off to the races! Offering local flair and flavor in one legendary location, this hotel features vintage touches with modern tailoring; the style, character and comfort of the rooms, facilities and restaurants are second to none. With 114 guestrooms, intimate lounge spaces, outdoor courtyards and unique dining options, Hotel Covington is proud to bring old-world style into the 21^st century.

The hotel is built in the original Coppin’s Department Store building, started by John Coppin; John bet on a horse race, and when his long-shot came in, he built the state’s first modern skyscraper and high-end department store. That history is reflected in Coppin’s Restaurant and Bar, the main dining room at the Hotel Covington. Coppin’s is driven by sourcing hyper-local food and collaborating with regional partners to offer the most creative and flavorful food and beverage items in the area. The menus are designed to encourage sharing and spending quality time with friends and family, while still providing an inclusive atmosphere for the transient and/or single diner. No one leaves Coppin’s without feeling full – not just from the delicious food, but from the warm ambience.

Coppin’s is proud to promote a unique culinary position with influences from Covington’s Northern and Southern neighbors; they enjoy highlighting local craft beers, cider and sodas right along with the finest in wine and cocktails. They are open every day for breakfast, Saturday and Sunday for brunch, Monday through Friday for lunch, and every day for dinner (Sunday suppers offer 5:30 and 7:30 seatings). Need a little snack? The all-day menu is available Monday through Saturday from 2-5pm. If you don’t feel like popping down from your room, in-room dining is available daily from 6:30am-11:00pm.

The bar is open Sunday-Wednesday for beverage services from 11:00am-12:00am, Thursday-Saturday, 11:00 am – 2:00 am. Happy Hour is from 3:00pm-6:00pm Monday through Friday and you can enjoy their late-night dining menu until 11:00pm. Hotel Covington also has the Artisan Coffee Bar, the Patio at Coppin’s, and The Walk-Up for other food and drink options.

Hotel Covington is also a great place to hold private events, with everything from a ballroom to cozy meeting space, sure to fit all your needs.

Come, sleep, eat, drink, and experience Covington, Kentucky at the finest destination in town: Hotel Covington.

 

Valentine’s Day is almost here, and there is no better place for that special someone on your gift list than at Eddie Lane’s EDB Diamond Showroom.

Located in Montgomery, Eddie Lane’s EDB Diamond Showroom has only the highest quality diamonds and gold jewelry. From rings and necklaces to bracelets, earrings and men’s jewelry, there is a piece for every taste and budget – and the staff here prides themselves on working within your guidelines. They don’t work on commission, so everything they do is based solely on the desire to please and satisfy the customer. You can be sure that the EDB staff will never steer you wrong. And if you want something unique, special designs are available by appointment. And while Eddie Lane may have turned over the reins to daughter Cindy Lange, he’s still available for special design and appraisal appointments.

This time of year, there is more merchandise to choose form than ever, and the prices can’t be beat! If you happen to be in the market for diamond stud earrings, then you definitely have to stop by EDB. Their prices are unbeatable, and since owner Cindy Lange is a stickler for cut, you can be sure that your diamond studs are impeccable.

While you browse the showcases, you’ll find coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and even a little wine sometimes, to help set the mood. As a local employer with local staff, EDB knows the value of making you feel like you are at home when shopping with them. And if you can’t make it into the showroom, you can always shop online at www.eddielanes.com.

Stop by Eddie Lane’s  for 20%off the entire store for Valentine’s Day, excluding loose diamonds and special orders!  Free gift wrap, free appraisals, free jewelry cleaning.

Prime Cincinnati (formerly known as Prime 47) is one of the hottest dining spots in Cincinnati – and with a new brand and a fresh new menu, it’s definitely become the place to dine.

With a new, expanded menu and fresh new décor, Prime Cincinnati continues to serve up the best in steak, seafood and wine. Executive Chef Shawn Heine ships in fresh fish from Hawaii daily – ordered just the morning before and received within 24 hours. Selections include Japanese sushi-grade tuna, swordfish and opah. The restaurant focuses on their USDA Prime meat choices, but also includes offerings like roasted duck and Osso Buco, in case you or your dining companions aren’t feeling surf or turf.

And Prime Cincinnati isn’t just for dinner: they are open for lunch with a menu that changes seasonally. Enjoy some fish and steak tacos, or the always popular burger, and get them served up with some amazing jumbo tater tots served with cheddar cheese, beer cheese or bacon with sour cream and chives.

You’ll love the new atmosphere, with featured art by Cincinnati artist Carlos Navarro, city photography from Steven Thomas and an urban mural by Brittany Shay. Prime Cincinnati is also partnering with local nonprofits to bring in new art.

On tap for next summer: one of the dining rooms will open up to the patio, for that al fresco dining experience as well as an expanded bar. They are very excited to be creating a wine wall to emphasize their new wine list. Want the VIP experience? The private dining room is walled off by one-way glass that gives you privacy while you dine, with the fun of checking out the main dining room. They are also ready to handle your business presentations or social gatherings in their banquet spaces.

Fabulous food, impeccable service and a fresh new look…that’s why you should make your reservation for Prime Cincinnati for special occasions, an exceptional lunch and dinner, private events, or whenever you’re in town.

In the heart of downtown Cincinnati, on the 2nd floor of the historic Carew Tower, is Ohio’s premier provider of fine writing instruments, leather goods and gifts. Pens are their passion, and you can find over three dozen lines of fine pens including Cross, Diplomat, S.T. Dupont, Lamy, Monteverde, Parker, Pilot/Namiki and Waterman. Ask to see the exquisitely crafted Cross Botanicals-upscale pens featuring floral patterns on the barrel of the pen, engraved into the surface and lacquered to protect the beauty.   Appointments’ pens are available in fountain, ballpoint and fiber tip, and you can also find mechanical pencils and other writing implements, each one perfect for the writing aficionado in your life…or yourself.

In addition to pens, Appointments also carries a lovely selection of fine leather goods, bags and accessories from brands such as Johnston & Murphy, Bosca and Chiarugi. Whether you are looking for something to use for work, such as a computer bag, finely tooled day planner or briefcase, or something for personal use, like a messenger bag or travel toiletry kit, Appointments will have just the item you are looking to find.

What else can you find at Appointments? How about swords? Yes, they do carry swords! It might sound odd, but it would make a great gift for a history buff or battle enthusiast. You can also find globes, clocks, barometers, walking sticks and exquisite shaving sets, all fabulous gift items or perfect for your office or library at home. Vintage pieces from Cincinnati’s historic Rookwood Pottery, bells from the Verdin Bell Company, Caswell-Massey soaps, stationery from Crane & Co., Bulova clocks, Legere pocket watches and glassworks from Glass Eye Studios are some of the unique items Appointments carries. They endeavor to stock only the highest quality and longest lasting products so that anyone can enjoy many years of service and enjoyment from them.

Whether you are shopping for a gift for a friend, boss, employee or loved one, the shelves at Appointments are sure to hold the treasure you seek. Stop in Cincinnati’s true one-of-a-kind store today.