1. Picnic with the Pops: Patriotic Pops (July 5, 8 p.m.)
Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St.
A fireworks show caps off this evening of patriotic favorites performed by the Columbus Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Albert-George Schram. http://www.columbussymphony.com
2. Bret Michaels (July 5, 8 p.m.)
Scioto Downs Racino, 6000 S. High St.
The one-time lead singer of Poison, known for such glam-rock hits as “Every Rose Has its Thorn” and “Talk Dirty to Me,” brings his solo show to Columbus. http://www.sciotodowns.com
3. Nocera + Reno: A Print Show (July 5-30)
Rivet Art Gallery, 1200 N. High St.
Illustrators Clinton Reno and Nicholas Nocera are the stars of the newest exhibition at Rivet. http://www.rivetart.com
4. Ohio Chautauqua (July 8-12)
Throughout Worthington
Worthington once again plays host to Ohio Chautauqua, which features a wide variety of performances as well as workshops for adults and children. http://www.ohiohumanities.org
5. Arthritis Foundation Classic Auto Show & Cruise-In (July 11-12)
Metro Center, 555 Metro Pl. N., Dublin
More than 1,500 cars will be on display at this annual fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation of Central Ohio, which also features food, vendors and live music. http://www.arthritisautoshow.com
