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Hi Cincinnati, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Dice on Draft board game bar, Barry Manilow postpones show, and pizza for cats fundraiser + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Cincinnati protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

From lab to game table: Covington’s new Dice on Draft is open with 100-plus board games available, including rentals for longer games, born from the owner’s collection after an opening night that reached capacity — read the full story.

New hub for well-being: The University of Cincinnati will open the Osher Center for Integrative Health, a space with a wellness suite, learning kitchen, and weekly classes to improve health across the Tri-State — get all the details.

Doctor’s orders sideline shows: Barry Manilow has postponed his March 5 Cincinnati concert at Heritage Bank Center after lung cancer surgery. The show will be rescheduled at the venue, with previously purchased tickets honored — read the full update.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• Celebrate the 58th Cincinnati St. Patrick’s Parade
• Sip moonlit botanical brews at Krohn Conservatory
• Catch Cyclones-Heartlanders, snag crossbody bag
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Vintage, but make it chic: Mannequin Boutique mixes vintage, contemporary, and designer finds, all sourced through community donations as a charity shop. Expect fresh gems that rotate often, pieces with personality, and the thrill of letting a one-of-a-kind item choose you. Your closet gets an update without losing the plot.

Craving a classic burger: Zip’s Cafe nails that “just right” Cincinnati burger energy…think fresh, daily-ground beef from partner Meister Meat Market on the Zip Burger, classic fixings, and a side of Saratoga chips or onion rings. Straightforward, satisfying, and proudly local, this spot makes comfort taste like home.

Treasure hunt, upgraded: If your shelves need personality or you savor a good rummage, Riverside Centre Antique Mall fills 22,000 square feet with mid-century gems, vinyl, quirky lighting, and one-of-a-kind oddities. Ideal for a rainy browse that quietly turns into a living-room refresh.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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🐱 Pizza for Cats @ Fireside Pizza | Tuesday (3/10) at 11:00 AM – If you need a noble reason to order a pie, here it is: order from Fireside Pizza in Walnut Hills, and 10% goes to Ohio Alleycat Resource. Dine in, carryout, delivery, and whatever works. Eat well, help cats, your third slice counts as philanthropy.

🐟 Lenten Fish Fry @ St. Boniface Catholic Church | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – If your idea of Lent involves fried cod and a side of virtue, St. Boniface hosts a fish fry on Fridays of Lent, followed by bilingual Stations of the Cross. Raffle tickets are $2 or 6 for $10, supporting a school resource officer.

🍺 Botany and Brews: Moonlight Menagerie @ Krohn Conservatory | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Trade the usual bar noise for moonlit botanicals at Krohn Conservatory, where the featured show inspires the drinks, and the drinks inspire you. Your ticket covers entry and one cocktail or brew, with additional drinks at a very Cincinnati $6. Grown-ups only, IDs out.

🌷 Spring Fling Vendor Event @ West Side Brewing | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Spring fever calls for a beer and a browse at West Side Brewing, where local vendors pop up with Reds-inspired finds, St. Paddy’s treats, and Easter goodies. Knock out baskets, snag gifts, and feel smug supporting small, kids in tow, pint in hand.

🎨 Spring Blooms: Tile Hand-Painting Workshop @ Rookwood Pottery Company | Saturday (3/14) at 11:30 AM – Rookwood’s spring workshop lets you hand-paint a tile you’ll actually want to display, not stash in the garage. Pick iris, rose, or peony, get expert guidance, then let the kiln handle the hard part. Enjoy 10% off in-store, and pick up or ship later.

❤ 2026 Heart Mini-Marathon & Walk @ Downtown Cincinnati | Sunday (3/15) at 7:30 AM – Cincinnati’s Heart Mini hits the streets with a half, 15K, 5K, and a walk, all backing the American Heart Association. It’s cardio with purpose, plus a quick CPR primer, call 911, push hard and fast, grab the AED, then brunch feels earned. Register at heartmini.org.

☕ Women’s History Month Tea Party @ Harriet Beecher Stowe House | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Think you know Cincinnati’s trailblazing women? Celebrate Women’s History Month as you sip signature tea, nibble sweet treats, tour the house, and tackle a scavenger hunt at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House. It’s history, good company, and real conversation, without the museum yawns.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Cincinnati report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 62°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 2%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. West wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 43. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 72°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 72. Southwest wind 3 to 12 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

Most popular house this week

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