Good morning, Hamilton.

Kickin' it with Ken will host a St. Patrick's Day weekend celebration at The Banks with Irish coffee + Guinness and a parade energizing local festivities.

MetroParks launched its Pearmageddon initiative to tackle invasive callery pear trees.

Butler County homeowners who remove a tree by April 2 can get a free native replacement on Saturday, April 4 at Rentschler Forest MetroPark—removed trees from parks are repurposed as fish habitat at VOA Lake.

Friday's Wind Advisory brought gusts up to 56 mph in Hamilton and left over 6,000 Duke Energy customers without power in Greater Cincinnati - the highest local gusts were noted.

A cold front will bring rain, storms and a temperature drop to the 30s on Monday morning.

Callery pear trees are blooming along roadsides despite a statewide ban that made buying, selling, or planting them illegal in Jan.

2023 because they harm the environment; officials advise local residents to remove or treat existing trees (using herbicides soon after cutting) to prevent further spread.

Residents can attend the Black Family Wellness Expo on Saturday, Mar.

21 at New Prospect Baptist Church on Summit Road from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event offers health screenings, workshops, food, music + a session on men’s health to empower families.

Hundreds gathered at the Sharonville Community Center on Friday from 6–8 p.m. to honor Olympic skier Connor Curran, who won Team USA's 11th gold medal in freestyle skiing at the Winter Games.

The celebration featured a Q&A with Curran and family activities led by Mayor Kevin Hardman.

Exploring With Grace 5K Race

10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Summit Park — $35-$40 — Participate in a community-focused race supporting children and veterans' well-being with festivities and live music.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo Concert

7-10 p.m. — Memorial Hall — Tickets starting at $262 — Experience the harmonious sounds of Ladysmith Black Mambazo live in Cincinnati.

Israeli Chamber Project Performance

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Memorial Hall — $29.00 - $44.00 — Experience a dynamic concert featuring distinguished musicians performing captivating chamber works.

2026 Cincinnati Auto Expo

5-9 p.m. — Duke Energy Convention Center — $1 opening night admission — Experience the latest in automotive innovation and test drive vehicles in a family-friendly setting.

Candlelight - Tribute to The Beatles

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Memorial Hall — Tickets required — Experience The Beatles' timeless hits under the enchanting glow of candlelight.

2026 Liberty Township Easter Egg Hunt

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Liberty Center — Free — Enjoy a festive morning filled with egg hunts, crafts, and goodies with the Easter Bunny.

Tales & Treats: A Chocolate Passover

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Mayerson JCC — Free entry — Celebrate Passover with chocolate delights and a fun reenactment of the Exodus story.

Business After Hours Networking Event

4-6 p.m. — Oscar Event Center — Free entry — Connect with local community leaders and professionals in a relaxed atmosphere.

Mammoth Concert

6-9 p.m. — Bogart's — Tickets start at $74 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Mammoth - Band in Cincinnati.

Jonny Estep & Lonesome Blend at Cincinnati Zoo Tunes and Blooms

6-8:30 p.m. — Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden — Free entry — Experience live music amid wildlife and indulge in delicious food options at the zoo.