Welcome to Ross County, population damp. Moist for those of you that word irritates. They say April showers bring May flowers, but someone forgot to tell southern Ohio. As Chillicothe swims through yet another soggy spring week, it feels less like “May” and more like “meh.” Seriously, we are soaked. This year it’s more like “May monsoons bring June mildew.” Don’t let the puddles keep you from some great entertainment in our area this weekend.
Thursday
Join Old Capitol Brewing for Trivia Night: Action & Adventure Edition at 6:30 p.m. Test your knowledge of epic car chases, daring escapes, legendary heroes, and blockbuster adventures. Austin Mill Brewing Company brings in regional artist Gaven Payne from 6 to 9 p.m. The Cozy Inn Bar & Grill has Music Bingo at 6:30 p.m. It is free to play and the kitchen will be open until 8 p.m. Take a drive to Stockroom601 in Jackson for trivia hosted by me at 7 p.m. The theme this week is “foods invented in America.”
Friday
Paper City Coffee and The Page present The Open Gallery tonight from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. This is a new, outdoor gallery walk featuring local artists who can showcase and also sell their work. Taking place on the corner of 4th and Paint Streets, this public event is free and open to all ages. There will be live outdoor music, access to drinks (cocktails, mocktails, coffee, beer, wine, etc) and food available. It’s DJ Night at the Dock at Water at 7 p.m. with DJ Lynch. Kick your weekend off right with some energetic tunes, unforgettable karaoke, cold drinks and delicious food. Nick n’ Nat will be taking the taproom stage at Old Capitol Brewing from 7 to 10 p.m. Hit the dance floor at Shawnee Lanes with DJ Hazel for Ladies Night from 8 p.m. to midnight. There is no cover and discounted drinks will be offered. Wagner’s Roadhouse will have karaoke with DJ Roush at 7 p.m. Austin Mill Brewing Company keeps their live music going tonight at 6 p.m. with Sean Poole.
Saturday
Comedian John Heffron is coming to the Majestic Theatre tonight and I will be doing some time on the show. Heffron is a winner of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, a bestselling author and creator of multiple comedy albums with billions of streams, has three Comedy Central specials under his belt, and has made multiple appearances on The Tonight Show. John is bringing 35 years of stand-up experience to Chillicothe and you do not want to miss it. Tickets are available at majesticchillicothe.net. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 7:30 p.m. Enjoy live music with Nick Beekman at the Dock at Water at 7 p.m. Wagner’s Roadhouse hosts Ricky Lee at 8 p.m. and The Tippy returns to the Crosskeys Tavern from 9 p.m. to midnight. Shawn Avery will be jammin’ at Heroes Pub Pizza & Subs at 8 p.m.
Looking ahead
Don’t miss the #1 Bob Seger Tribute in the world at the Majestic Theatre on May 30. With Hollywood Nights, you will find a true Bob Seger experience. With a rock solid history of giving it their all at every performance and unwavering dedication to the do-it-yourself work ethic. Hollywood Nights keeps their audience on its feet singing along to solid gold Bob Seger hits. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets can be found at majesticchillicothe.net.
Until next time. I hope to see you out and laughing.
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This article originally appeared on Chillicothe Gazette: Matters of Graves Importance: Comedian John Heffron is coming to the Majestic Theatre
Reporting by Lori Graves, Special to the Gazette / Chillicothe Gazette
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