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City\u201d itself. Cincinnati is your destination for a fun fall getaway!<\/p>\nThere\u2019s no doubt that the amazing lineup of speakers covering the latest hot topics in children\u2019s librarianship is sure to be a huge draw for attending the ALSC National Institute this September, but so is \u201cThe Queen City\u201d itself. Cincinnati is your destination for a fun fall getaway!<\/p>\n
Foodies<\/strong> will want to start their Cincinnati foods tour by sampling Cincinnati-style chili; tastes are divided between Skyline Chili<\/a> and Gold Star Chili<\/a>, though many neighborhoods also feature chili parlors, so try one or try them all and see which recipe reigns supreme. Don\u2019t miss Graeter\u2019s Ice Cream<\/a> for a sweet treat; we\u2019re especially digging the Chunky Chunky Hippo flavor inspired by our favorite resident of the Cincinnati Zoo<\/a>, Fiona the hippopotamus.<\/p>\n A number of local eateries<\/strong> have been featured on Food Network\u2019s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives<\/a> so hop on the streetcar<\/a> and make your way to the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood<\/a> to experience the Taste of Belgium<\/a>, Senate<\/a>, Bakersfield OTR<\/a>, Pho Lang Thang<\/a> or ride on thru to The Banks<\/a> to do some barhopping. Might we suggest Holy Grail Tavern & Grille<\/a> or the Yard House<\/a>?<\/p>\n Calling all sports<\/strong> fans! Have you heard? Major League Soccer<\/a> recently welcomed FC Cincinnati<\/a> into its ranks! Why not stay the weekend and catch a game? Speaking of home teams, the Cincinnati Reds<\/a> will be in town during conference weekend and tickets start at $5! What\u2019s not to love about that?! Friday games are followed by a Rozzi Fireworks display and the view of the Ohio River from Great American Ball Park<\/a> is among the best the city has to offer.<\/p>\n History<\/strong> buffs unite! Spring Grove Cemetery<\/a> is a must-see destination. Not only is it designated as a National Historic Landmark, but it is considered the second largest cemetery in the United States. Spring Grove encompasses 733 acres and includes an expansive collection of both native and exotic plants.<\/p>\n Festivals<\/strong> abound in Cincinnati, and here\u2019s a look at a few that overlap with conference weekend. Just across the river, Newport Oktoberfest<\/a> promises to be the most authentic Oktoberfest in the area; enjoy free admission and beer tents sponsored by German breweries with food, music and continuous live German entertainment. Or step back in time at the Ohio Renaissance Festival<\/a> on a 30-acre recreated 16th<\/sup> century English village. The festival offers something for everyone featuring nearly 100 shows daily on 14 stages, over 150\u00a0unique arts and crafts shops, food and drink, and, of course, the joust!<\/p>\n For fun right outside your hotel window<\/strong>, look no further than Salsa on the Square<\/a>! \u00a0After your first full day of conference, enjoy hot salsa bands and tips from expert instructors teaching the basics from 7-10 PM on Fountain Square<\/a>.<\/p>\n We\u2019re certain that after a weekend in Cincinnati, it won\u2019t be long until you\u2019re making plans to come back!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There\u2019s no doubt that the amazing lineup of speakers covering the latest hot topics in children\u2019s librarianship is sure to be a huge draw for attending the ALSC National Institute this September, but so is \u201cThe Queen City\u201d itself. Cincinnati is your destination for a fun fall getaway! Foodies will want to start their Cincinnati foods tour by sampling Cincinnati-style chili; tastes are divided between Skyline Chili and Gold Star Chili, though many neighborhoods also feature chili parlors, so try one or try them all and see which recipe reigns supreme. Don\u2019t miss Graeter\u2019s Ice Cream for a sweet treat; we\u2019re especially digging the Chunky Chunky Hippo flavor inspired by our favorite resident of the Cincinnati Zoo, Fiona the hippopotamus. 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