We’re almost to the weekend, Cincinnati. There’s plenty of fun to look forward to, including CityBeat’s Best of Cincinnati event on April 11. Take a hike to check out what kind of flowers these April showers are yielding, find a clothing swap to spruce up your spring looks or check out the Half Price Books West Chester Warehouse for an exclusive sale. Scroll down for all of our weekend picks.

If you’re looking for even more to do every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar, which is free to use if you have something planned that you’d like to advertise to CityBeat readers.

CityBeat’s Best Of Cincinnati Event When: April 11 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: The Palomar, Walnut Hills What: A gathering of all things Cincinnati featuring food, drink, entertainment and fun. Who: CityBeat Why: It’s the 28th celebration of greatness in our city. Photo: CityBeat
No. 8 Best Bookstore: Shake It Records 4156 Hamilton Ave., Northside Photo: Mike Spitz
Hi-Wire’s One Year Anniversary Party When: April 13 from 2-6 p.m. Where: Hi-Wire Brewing on the green at Factory 52, Norwood What: Hi-Wire’s first birthday party. Who: Hi-Wire Brewing Why: You’ll be able to indulge in carnival games like axe throwing, food and drinks. Photo: facebook.com/Hi-WireBrewing
Half Price Books Warehouse Sale When: April 12 & 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Half Price Books Warehouse, West Chester What: Warehouse book sale Who: Half Price Books Why: Everything is $2 or less. Take half off half-price books, comics, movies and music. Photo by: Pixabay, Pexels
LaBoiteaux Woods and Wildflower Walk When: April 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. Where: LaBoiteaux Woods, College Hill What: Check out the flowers of April during this guided hike. Who: LaBoiteaux Woods Why: It’s not just a stroll through the woods — it’s a naturalist-led hike. Photo: Provided by Great Parks of Hamilton County
Queer + You Clothing Swap 1-5 p.m. April 2 It’s like thrifting, but free. The Queer + You clothing swap invites all adults of all genders and body types to contribute to and participate in the 7th biannual clothing swap. Exchange gently used clothes, accessories and small household items for ones new (to you). There is no limit to donations or what you can walk away with. Items brought to the swap will be organized by size and type. Admission is free. 1-5 p.m. April 2. Third Way Peace Fellowship, 4234 Hamilton Ave., Northside. Photo: Becca McHaffie, Unsplash
Housing Empowerment and Resource Affair When: April 13 from 12-4 p.m. Where: Deer Park Branch Library, Silverton What: An event focused on housing resources and assistance, empowerment and advocacy, legal assistance and fair housing Who: Cincinnati NAACP and Hamilton County Public Library Why: It’s tough out there in the housing market and all are welcome at this free event. Photo: Google Maps screenshot
Schedule a Tour of the Cincinnati Type and Print Museum When: All weekend at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. Where: Cincinnati Type and Print Museum, Price Hill What: Tour the museum and learn about the history of printing with actual, working machinery and tools. Who: Cincinnati Type and Print Museum Why: Must schedule visit. The museum just became the first non-commercial graphic arts organization to receive the William Maxwell Award from the prestigious Graphic Media Alliance in the Southern Ohio region. Photo: Katie Griffith
April Spring Fling: Brews, Bites and Vintage Delights When: All weekend Where: Factory 52, Norwood What: Check out arts, food and entertainment at the mixed-use destination. Who: Factory 52 Why: On Friday, April 12, Date Cincy is throwing a singles party. Ditch the dating app and meet someone in real life. Photo: facebook.com/Factory52Norwood
6. Rhinegeist 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine “Great atmosphere, great beer! Free parking lot across the street from the brewery. Kid-family friendly with games, cornhole, ping pong, etc.” — Morgan F. Photo: Rhinegeist
Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom 1727 Logan St., Over-the-Rhine There’s no need to truck over to Boston for fresh Sam Adams. This taproom — across from the Samuel Adams Cincinnati Brewery — features indoor and outdoor space, spans nearly 9,000 square feet and offers an array of unique beers brewed both onsite and across the street. These include fan favorites like the Cincy-inspired 513, Boston Lager and Summer Ale. “We’ve been dreaming of opening a taproom in the neighborhood since we purchased the brewery 21 years ago, so we could share our beers with local drinkers,” says Samuel Adams founder Jim Koch. “Cincinnati is my hometown with such a rich brewing history and I’ve seen our city blossom as a craft beer mecca that is home to some of the finest breweries and taprooms in the country.” What to try: Coffee Pale Ale, a taproom exclusive that’ll perk you right up. Photo: Hailey Bollinger Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Spring Swap Meet When: April 14 from 12-4 p.m. Where: Commonwealth Sanctuary, Dayton, Ky. What: Shop vintage clothes, handmade art, accessories and other vintage merch. Who: Commonwealth Sanctuary and participating vendors Why: Shop and grab a drink or eat a treat from Kate’s Catering or Grandma’s Gone Vegan. Photo: Provided by Sharee Nicole

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Katie Griffith is CityBeat’s arts and culture reporter. She proudly hails from the West Side of Cincinnati and studied journalism at the University of Cincinnati. After freelancing for CityBeat for many...