Top 10 things to do this week

Lady Antebellum

This enormously popular pop country band stops frequently in Cincinnati. After a three-year hiatus from recording, they just released their seventh album, “Heart Break,” this month. See them at the Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, on June 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $32.75-$66.75. For more information, call (513) 232-6220 or visit www.riverbend.org.

Train

This popular soft rock band has enjoyed a slew of hits, including “Meet Virginia,” “Calling All Angels,” and “Hey, Soul Sister.” They released their tenth album, “A Girl, A Bottle, A Boat,” last January. See them at the Riverbend Music Center on June 27 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $29.50-$79.50. For more information, call (513) 232-6220 or visit www.riverbend.org.

David Cook

David Cook first gained fame with his surprise “American Idol” Season 7 victory over David Archuletta. Since then, he has released three albums, the latest being 2015’s “The Digital Vein.” See him at Live at the Ludlow Garage, 342 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, on June 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50. For more information, call 513-616-2640 or visit www.liveattheludlowgarage.com.

John Henton

If you’re a fan of 1990s sitcoms, then John Henton will be a familiar face. He was a regular on “Living Single” and “The Hughleys.” Check out his stand-up act at the Dayton Funny Bone, 88 Plum St., Dayton, on June 29-July 2. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, and 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $12-$15. For more information, call 937-429-5233 or visit www.dayton.funnybone.com.

The Stranger: A Tribute to Billy Joel

This six-piece band, which naturally includes a lead piano man, will provide a comprehensive Billy Joel tribute show, from his radio hits to his B-sides. There will also be a smattering of songs from similar generational artists such as Elton John and Paul McCartney. See them at Live at the Ludlow Garage, 342 Ludlow Ave., Cincinnati, on June 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50. For more information, call 513-616-2640 or visit www.liveattheludlowgarage.com.

The Church

This rock band has enjoyed an international cult following for almost 40 years. Their last album was 2014’s “Further/Deeper.” See them at the Woodward Theater, 1404 Main St., Cincinnati, on June 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 advance, $22 day of show. For more information, call 513-345-7981 or visit www.woodwardtheater.com.

Paradise on the Point

This annual summer festival features lots of craft beer and a full lineup of live music. The headliners this year include Lettuce and The Infamous Stringdusters. Check it out at Sawyer Point, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, on June 30-July 1. Fest hours are 4-11 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m.-11 p.m. Saturday. There is no admission cost. For more information, call 859-291-4007 or visit www.paradiseonthepoint.com.

Red, White, and Liberty

This family-friendly, pre-Fourth of July event will feature face painting and the annual red wagon parade. Three wagons will be selected as winners in the categories of Most Creative, Most Patriotic, and Best In Show. The event will close with live music by the classic R&B cover band Smoooth. Check it out at the Park and the Square at Liberty Center, 7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Twp., on July 1 from noon-9 p.m. There is no admission cost. For more information, call 513-644-0900 or visit www.liberty-center.com.

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

After six years with the Drive-By Truckers, this Grammy Award-winning Americana singer/songwriter worked as both a solo artist and with his accompanying band, the 400 Unit, comprised of musicians from his native Alabama. This month, he released his third album with the 400 Unit, “The Nashville Sound.” See him at the PNC Pavilion at Riverbend Music Center, 6295 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati, on July 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-$40. For more information, call (513) 232-6220 or visit www.riverbend.org.

Fourth of July Campout

This is one Fourth of July event that doesn’t involve sitting in a canvas chair. Mostly, anyway. Kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, and archery are among the activities at Caesar Creek State Park Campground, 9000 Center Road, Wilmington, on July 1-4. There is no admission cost. For more information, call 937-488-4595.

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