If you're looking for a special place to hold a large or small event, The Krippendorf Lodge at the…read moreCincinnati Nature Center deserves a look. The Lodge was once a private home and has that intimate feeling but is in the middle of the woods. The Lodge is beautiful with all the wood floors, fireplaces, stone terrace and wrap around porch. There is ample parking. The inside holds 100 and the stone terrace holds 200. Elegant Fare handles all events held at the Lodge. Our daughter got married this past summer. She wanted a vintage/rustic event and the beauty of the natural surroundings and gorgeous venue convinced us the moment we saw it. The ceremony was held out on the terrace. The 220 guests had appetizers on the circular drive while the staff converted the ceremony space and wrap around porch into a seated reception with an area for dancing and DJ. We worked with Julie at Elegant Fare and she was knowledgable, flexible, accomodating and professional. The food was flawless. I can't say enough good things about our experience with this facility.

This place is such a gem. It has something here for everyone…read more The trails are beautiful and range from easy to more moderate, so whether you want a relaxing walk or a bit of a challenge, you can find it here. It is one of those places that reminds you not to underestimate Ohio's natural beauty. There are hiking challenges too you can sign up for prizes. There is a really cute nature themed playground that is perfect for kids. This place also makes an amazing venue for events. You can rent spaces for parties or weddings, which is my dream venue. The welcome center is one of my favorite parts. They have live animals that are very well cared for, including rehabilitated raptors, which is so cool to see up close. There is also a large gift shop, a cozy lounging area, and coffee from Coffee Emporium available to buy. It is a great place to relax and take everything in, especially if you enjoy birdwatching. They also host seasonal events, and their Christmas lights event is one of my favorites. It really brings the whole place to life in a special way. The staff here are consistently kind, welcoming, and genuinely happy to talk with you. They are always willing to answer questions and make the experience even better. Overall, this is such a peaceful, educational, and well maintained place. Definitely somewhere you can keep coming back to and still enjoy every time.

We enjoy going to Cincinnati Nature Center's "Light in the Forest" every holiday season. Getting…read moreoutside and taking a walk on a chilly evening is a nice departure from all the indoor events we go to this season of the year. It's a well-lit, easy one mile walk through the woods. There are stops along the way: several bonfires, a gift shop, live music, interactive light displays, and a historic home you can walk through. It's $20 per adult and $8 per child, with a small savings for members. We'd love to go back during the summer months, perhaps for another one of their many events.

I rented the schoolhouse for my wedding, and it's the PERFECT venue for a small wedding. We had…read moreabout 30 guests, and there was room for all of us to sit with spare room for dancing. The kitchen is a good size for catering, and the scenery outside is gorgeous. The rate was AMAZING compared to most venues in the area. I definitely recommend checking it out!

From the owner: From its distinctive 1873 architecture to the charm of its interior, the Little Red Schoolhouse…read moreoffers a unique & memorable setting for any event - parties, weddings, corporate events, and more! The tree shaded lawn is perfect for outdoor ceremonies and tents, too. Bring your own refreshments or select a caterer of your choice.

I Have been to many events at this location, Both as a Vendor and a Patron.. The Food is Always…read moregood. And a no BS upfront attitude in my Book

I like this movie theater because it has great prices! And I don't need seats that recline to enjoy…read morea movie (and the seats are actually pretty comfortable). HOWEVER, I was there a few days ago during the week (and it did not appear to be busy) and there was popcorn everywhere...it was all over the floor walking into the theater, all over the floor by the seats etc. It was not a busy during that time, so I have no idea why it was such a mess. My feet were also sticking to the floor. Please, please keep it clean and nice like it used to be! This has been a pretty solid theater over the years, and I don't want to see it go downhill.

Sadly, beers aren't served after 11:30 so order early and get a double...I just wanted one!…read more That's the problem when you come to a late movie you can't get a beer to wet the whistle with your snacks if you come to a late movie

I came here for a presentation of Clue: the Musical. It was a fitting venue for the show and was my…read morefirst chance to see this historic property firsthand. It's certainly a stunning property a lot of history behind it and from what it looks like typically it's a venue for weddings. I had never heard of this property before despite being a Cincinnati native. I would imagine this would be a stunning venue for a wedding. Hopefully they have other events for the public: this was a very neat opportunity to see a musical and to get to visit the historic house and grounds.

ABSOLUTELY CHARMING! Peterloon made all of my wedding dreams come true. My first attraction to this…read morevenue was the fact that you could have every wedding event in one spot - ceremony, cocktails, and dinner. Upon visiting Peterloon we were in love -- the charm is unmatched. We had our ceremony in the sunken garden, cocktails inside/outside, and a tented reception. The following really made the day spectacular: - Jamie and the Peterloon staff went above and beyond to meet any needs we could have. - After a rainy week the grass drained really well and pavers were perfect for the reception. - The air conditioned bridal suite - Ability to use baby grand piano - Fans in house - NO CICADAS SOMEHOW! - Working with Samantha Joy Events - she knows everything there is to know about Peterloon! Despite being a 90 degree day, guests were mostly in the shade for the ceremony and could cool off in the house all night long. If you have any hesitations - I truly think a rainy wedding at Peterloon would still beat a good weather day at any other venue! Thank you for everything, Peterloon staff! Photos: Megan Noll Photography - the best in the biz!

Showed up to Green Acres Farm ready to support local business and maybe grab a tomato or two…read more Instead, we got treated like we were trying to rob the place. We accidentally walked into an area with zero signs, no fences, and absolutely no indication that it was off-limits--unless they expect guests to be psychic. Cue the staff coming at us like we were trespassing on sacred land. Rude, confrontational, and totally uncalled for. We hadn't even made it to the market yet, but after that lovely welcome, we turned right back around and bought nothing. If you're into surprise attitude and awkward standoffs instead of produce, this place is for you. Otherwise, steer clear--plenty of other farms around that don't treat potential customers like criminals for walking on grass.

I have been to Greenacres Farm Store a couple times since being introduced by a friend. It is…read morerefreshing to see meat and produce that is locally sourced and methods like grassfed and free range are used for the products. Fun to shop in a place other than a supermarket.

I attended a seminar and luncheon here today. Ample parking is adjacent, and accessible if one is…read moredisabled. The building is a little difficult to locate but once here, it's an extremely remarkable facility. Everything is new and beautifully finished. The kitchen is so well furnished and catering is available... the food was delicious. This is a perfect facility for so many smaller gatherings/events.

My first visit here. Today and tomorrow 1-5 and admission is free. After the historic house tour…read more(1840) go out to the barn to enjoy complimentary refreshments. Wander around to see old farming equipment and carriages.

From the owner: The hours of operation are Sundays July through October from 1pm to 5pm. Our last tour starts at…read more4pm. Other hours are by appointment only. Our Christmas Open House is the first Saturday & Sunday in December. Contact us for more information at our website