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Hip-hop and beatbox artist Douglas E. Davis, better known as Doug E Fresh, returns to the 2017 Cincinnati Music Festival sponsored by Procter & Gamble, this time as host. Last year, Doug performed with Talib Kweli at a newly-added Thursday night event. This year, he will be the host for all three days of music, July 27-29.

ArtWorks is seeking Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky-based creative business owners and entrepreneurs that offer creative services or artisan goods to apply for the fourth annual ArtWorks Big Pitch presented by U.S. Bank, a mentorship program and pitch competition for established creative businesses. 

Funky’s Catering Events will present a five-course Italian dinner and wine pairing at The Transept, 1205 Elm Street, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 14. Cost is $100 for each person. For more information and reservations, call (513) 841-9999.

The Deschutes Brewery Street Pub national tour will make a stop in Cincinnati on Saturday on Second Street at Vine Street from 2 to 10 p.m.