About a half-hour northeast of Columbus, off OH-161 West, is the Village of Plain City. Serving Madison and Union Counties, Plain City was founded in 1818. It’s a great town, with lots to do, and … [Read more...]
Columbus Commons – Commons for Kids
July 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There’s always something happening at Columbus Commons! If you have Friday morning free, and want to do something neat and fun with the kids, go to the Commons for a free event. Things kick off … [Read more...]
Scioto Mile Grand Opening
July 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Columbus’ Riverfront Park keeps getting better and better, as the Grand Opening of the Scioto Mile attests to. Read on to get the scoop… Thursday, July 7th (start time is 5:30 p.m. to be … [Read more...]
Fourth of July Celebrations
June 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Starting this week, communities across America will be ringing in the celebrations for the Fourth of July. Ohio, even just the Columbus area, has so many that we can’t get to them all here. But … [Read more...]
Short North Arts District – Happening in Late June
June 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As we all gear up for how we like to celebrate the Fourth of July, why not get in the mood early and take in some of the Short North’s activities this week? This Wednesday (June 29th), you can … [Read more...]
The Music of Michael Jackson
June 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Columbus Symphony, sponsored by Nationwide Insurance, is presenting its Picnic with the Pops running from June 18 through July 30. There are many highlights over the run of this great summer … [Read more...]
2011 CAPA Summer Movie Series
June 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
What has a 21 foot high chandelier, opulent Spanish-Baroque architecture and design, and offers a complete movie experience for $4 general admission (less if you buy a 10 ticket strip)? I know … [Read more...]
SwingColumbus Monthly Swing Dance
June 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
People of all ages dance: right? Dancing, in one way or another, is something most members of your family can enjoy, and for literally a few dollars, everyone can get in on a little ‘swing’. On … [Read more...]
Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival
June 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For a little bit of money (less for children under 12 and Military personnel, both of whom are free), you can enjoy some great music at the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival. Better still, it’s June, … [Read more...]
Evita
June 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A classic, time-honored and fascinating story continues its run at the Senior Rep of Ohio (SRO) Theatre Company, as Evita again takes center stage. Eva Peron: saint or sinner? Why don’t you decide … [Read more...]
Urban Arts Outdoors
June 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
OSU Urban Arts Space, and Columbus Downtown Development Corporation, are excited about holding Urban Arts Outdoors this Wednesday, on June 8th, from 10:30am-2pm. If you live in the Columbus area and … [Read more...]
Dinosaurs: Explore, Escape, Survive
June 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Center of Science and Industry in Columbus (COSI) has just opened their fabulous new interactive exhibit on dinosaurs. This show, running at the Center on Broad Street in Columbus, promises … [Read more...]
Bexley Farmers’ Market
June 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Are you in the Bexley area, interested in fresh produce, and wanting to get in on a weekly special event? If so, Thursday afternoons (through the end of October), from 4 to 7 p.m., have something … [Read more...]
Memorial Day 2011
May 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This year Memorial Day falls on Monday May 30. We all know the good and important reasons we observe this federal holiday, and certainly, our sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, and extended … [Read more...]
Open Mic Night at The Winchester Music Hall
May 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Do you live in the Cleveland area, or have a chance to get down there during a weeknight? It may be too late for tonight, but you can still catch Thursday’s Acoustic Open Mic Night show. Here’s … [Read more...]
Tour and Tea with Sophia
May 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Columbus area residents: when was the last time you had afternoon tea? Don't you think it's time you did? Wouldn't it be grand to indulge in tradition, atmosphere, and pamper yourself all at the same … [Read more...]
Ohio Statehouse Sesquicentennial
May 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There's always something interesting going on, and something to see, at The Ohio Statehouse in Columbus. But perhaps this year, on the occasion of its 150th anniversary, is the time to visit. The … [Read more...]
Zack
May 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This Friday May 13, the Bread & Circus Theatre brings a first to Hilliard and the Central Ohio stage: Zack starts a limited run right here in Ohio, and in doing so, has its first performances anywhere … [Read more...]
State of the Child Luncheon
May 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s coming up quickly—this Wednesday May 11, starting at 11:30 a.m.—but there still may be time to attend or to help out an important fundraising luncheon. Directions for Youth & Families is … [Read more...]
Paint Valley Jamboree
May 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
OK Bainbridge and area residents, what could be better than … free parking, an admission of just $8 or $9, a historic venue, and live music? Not much! Every Saturday night, and the second Friday … [Read more...]
First Friday Celebration of the Arts
May 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Downtown Zanesville, the Artist Colony, and hopefully you, will celebrate Zanesville’s artistic underpinnings this Friday May 6, from 6 – 9 p.m. On the first Friday of every month, artists and … [Read more...]
Walk with a Doc
April 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Walkers in the Beachwood, Groveport and other areas, this Saturday April 30 presents you with yet another opportunity to strap up your laces and come out walking! In 2005 Dr. Sabgir created "Just … [Read more...]
Final Fridays on the Square
April 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you’re in the Nelsonville area, think about getting down to Historic Public Square this Friday for their monthly *free* community arts event. Except for December, you can catch some of the action … [Read more...]
COSI Family Friday Nights
April 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Folks in the Columbus area: when was the last time you and your family got your science on? The Center of Science and Industry (on West Broad Street) makes things fun and affordable for the whole … [Read more...]
A Day (or Night) at the Museum
April 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you’re in the Kent area, you’ll want to take a trip to the Kent State University. There are events every day, and their range in appeal is from young to old, from spinning classes to art … [Read more...]
Mary Poppins
April 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s time for that delightful “spoonful of sugar” you’ve been putting off: Mary Poppins flies into town this Wednesday, April 20 and will run at the wonderful Ohio Theatre in Columbus right … [Read more...]
SpringFest – New Albany!
April 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Yes, it’s time for spring fun, parades, festivals, and lots of wonderful outdoor activities for you and the kids! In the New Albany area? We encourage you to come out to the annual SpringFest on … [Read more...]
Get Organized for Your Move
April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s spring, our lives and life around us come to a newness, to stretch outward and upward. And … you might soon be planning to move. Moving requires significant amounts of work, and through every … [Read more...]
Columbus Jazz Orchestra: A Night at the Apollo
April 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Plante & Moran present a concert and an event you won’t forget. From April 13 through April 17 (most shows have an 8 p.m. start), the Columbus Jazz Orchestra celebrates some of the greats including … [Read more...]
Hippity, Hoppity, Easter is coming!
April 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Easter is coming! Visit this local news site to find out where in Columbus you can get a great holiday meal, meet the Easter Bunny, or take the kids to an Easter Egg Hunt! Local station, WBNS, has … [Read more...]
On Behalf of our Environment
April 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This Saturday (April 9), several communities of people, shovels or litter bags and gloves on hands, will be pitching in to help the environment. One of the interesting things about community efforts … [Read more...]
Paws in the Plaza
April 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The time to pause, for paws, is finally here! April through November, Paws in the Plaza runs the first Thursday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to dusk. In concert with the Gahanna Animal Hospital, … [Read more...]
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
April 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Beginning this Thursday and running right through Sunday is the Bread & Circus Theatre’s production of one of the Bard’s most famous works. The 2 ½ hour show starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday and … [Read more...]
Open Studio Family Drawing Session
March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
You don’t have to be a frustrated artist anymore: join other families this weekend as they try their hand at drawing or painting. And guess what, everyone gets to take home their … [Read more...]
April Fools’ Day – 2011 Edition
March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
You probably have your own April Fools’ story; we’ve heard a few! One of the most famous April Fools ’ Day jokes in recent history was the one about Burger King’s “Left Handed … [Read more...]
Columbus Clippers First
March 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
On March 30, in Huntington Park, Columbus, a little history will be made. For the first time the Clippers will play Cleveland Indians in Columbus. The club’s affiliation with “the Tribe” has … [Read more...]
Baby Bonanza & Kid’s Expo
March 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Is your family expecting a new baby soon? Do you already have children, up to the age of 10? Well, Ohio’s largest maternity, baby, and kid’s expo takes place this Sunday, March 27. It’s all … [Read more...]
Orchid Forest
March 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Still happening: Franklin Park Conservatory’s “Orchid Forest”, which started in mid-January, continues until the last week of March. Held in the Conservatory’s Tropical Rainforest, this event … [Read more...]
BalletMet Up Close
March 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Though BalletMet Up Close began on March 11, there are still a few performances left before its close. This production, performed in the BalletMet Performance Space in Columbus, has something for … [Read more...]
Planning for Graduation and Other Important Events
March 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Do you have students in your house? Is graduation coming up (too) fast? Does anyone know where the party’s at? If any of these things are part of your life, or if you quite got to planning or … [Read more...]
Blooms & Butterflies
March 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Have you taken your family to the Conservatory recently? As spring tries to, well, ‘spring’ itself, a wonderful annual event is about to begin. This Saturday, March 19, the Franklin Park … [Read more...]
Mars: The Marsapalooza Tour
March 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
NASA says that Kobie Boykins is “one of the most intelligent people on earth”. It’s not hard to figure out why. Boykins, a young mechanical engineer working for NASA, has worked on many amazing … [Read more...]
Columbus Jazz Orchestra Presents: Basie, Buddy & Benny
March 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Starting this Wednesday, and running right through to Sunday (two shows), you can join jazz legend, drummer Butch Miles (yes, the same Butch Miles from the Count Basie Orchestra), jazz clarinetist and … [Read more...]
Go ‘Green’ – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
March 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Once a year (of course, as with any annual celebration) St. Paddy’s Day rolls around. The activities will probably start heating up this weekend, but the day itself is on Thursday, March 17 this … [Read more...]
Night with Jack Hanna & Friends
March 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Hey folks in the Columbus area … support your animal friends! There’s a great fundraiser / benefit this week for Friends of the Shelter. If you’re in the Columbus area, and would like to take in … [Read more...]
Children’s Theater Class
March 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Are you in or close to the Groveport area? Do you have a child between the ages of 9 and 15; one who might aspire to be a drama king or queen? If you answered “yes” to both of these questions, … [Read more...]
It’s Mardi Gras Time
March 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
In Louisiana and some Alabama counties, it’s a holiday. But this annual festival, also known as Shrove Tuesday or even “Carnival”, is observed in many places throughout America. Many will know … [Read more...]
International Women’s Day – Tuesday March 8, 2011
March 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
On March 19, 1911 the world’s first International Women’s Day took place and was celebrated in several countries. (The annual day/date was changed to March 8 two years later.) In 1975, the United … [Read more...]
Read Across America Day – Wednesday March 2
March 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Coming up this Wednesday is something we all can and should do: read. The annual Read Across America Day is here again, and provides us the chance to do just that. Though geared to children and … [Read more...]
Welcome Back Family Sunday
February 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Looking for something you and your children can do together this Sunday? Look no further: come and celebrate with the Columbus Museum of Art as they bring back their Family Sunday! Beginning at 1 p.m. … [Read more...]
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