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C O V E R PA C K A G E A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

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MAKERS SPACE: EMILY CLINE 22

TYING THE KNOT

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ON THE COVER:

Illustration by Emma Quinn

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Opening Volley PUBLISHER Wayne T. Lewis

SARAH SOLE Interim Editor I never got that excited about fall as a kid. In fact, after July 4—when other kids who were less in their heads were busy enjoying the last of the sparklers—I was lamenting the fact that summer was half over. I knew the next month and a half would fly by. Soon it would be fall and then, unfortunately, winter.

As an adult I still have some of that anxiety (And more! About fun adult things like existential dread!). But I’ve come to be a bit more evenhanded in my appreciation of the changing seasons, and a lot of it has to do with getting outdoors.

Getting up and active in the fresh air, whether in shorts and a t-shirt or in multiple layers and a heavy down coat, really improves my mood. And I draw solace from the fact that no matter how much the temperature drops, I can get out and appreciate the scenery.

For this issue, we devoted our cover section to enjoying nature during fall in a variety of ways: From hiking, to glamping, to exploring apple orchards and corn mazes, we wanted to inspire you. We also took a look at the lux

cabins offered courtesy of ACS Getaways and the gorgeous new Quarry Trails Metro Park.

While our cover section focuses on the great outdoors, we saved another part of our magazine for inside spaces—specifically home interior trends to update your kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, and bedroom.

There can be beauty in interior design. We devoted another special section to a different kind of beauty—that found in the union of two people professing their love and commitment to each other.

Make sure to flip through our wedding section to see stunning images from the celebrations of Columbusarea couples who shared a bit of themselves with us.

Aside from that, we still managed to find room this issue for the usual food and drink and art coverage you love: You can learn about the experimental beer on tap at Forbidden Root Columbus, a new food truck offering hearty sandwiches, and the gorgeous pieces that come courtesy of a local ceramics maker.

And might we recommend pairing your perusal with a tall glass of apple cider?

Happy October, Columbus!

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Lindsay Press INTERIM EDITOR Sarah Sole DIGITAL EDITOR Jack McLaughlin CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Ally Schnaidt, Spencer Lookabaugh, Maddie Schroeder CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Sarah Sole Jack McLaughlin

Melinda Green, Jim Fischer Melissa Braithwaite David Willams Zeb Larson CREATIVE DESIGNERS Emma Quinn, Willem Kern Bryce Patterson VIDEO PRODUCER / EDITOR Austin Black DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Jayci Haase MARKETING COORDINATOR Justynne Pride ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Meggin Weimerskirch SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Nikki Harris ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Mindy Wilhite Travis Burson BRAND MANAGER, 614 LAGER Lizzy Saunders OFFICE MANAGER Janae Brown Created by

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� S TA F F P I C K S

Our staff picks Since this is the month for creative costumes, we asked our staff what they’ll be dressing up

ON the WEB Do you check your news and entertainment updates on 614now.com? You should.

Every day we’re posting Columbus’s top news, entertainment, and sports stories from throughout Central Ohio. Check out all the Columbus news online, including the new ones below at 614now.com and suscribe to our daily email!

as for Halloween.

A chicken. To match my daughter.

— Jack McLaughlin, Digital Editor

Raoul Duke from “Fear and Loathing” — Lizzy Saunders, Brand Manager, (614) Beer

I'm leaning [toward] Doug Heffernan. #iykyk — Travis Burson, Account Executive

Toy army men with a group of friends, complete with green spandex suits.

→ Choong Man Chicken to open soon A new Korean fried chicken restaurant is coming to Columbus. Choong Man Chicken—commonly referred to as CM Chicken—plans to open a new eatery... Read more about it by scanning the QR code.

— Jayci Haase, Marketing Director

For Halloween in the office, the creative team is coming in as the cast from “New Girl”—just like we do everyday, lol. #theloft — Emma Quinn, Creative Designer

A monarch butterfly.

— Sarah Sole, Interim Editor

Something that pairs well with a little Lava Monster and Vampire!

→ The first-ever Ohio Craft Whiskey Festival has been announced Get your snifters ready, Columbus. Next month, the first-ever Ohio Craft Whiskey Festival will take place in a unique farm setting.

— Lindsay Press, CEO

I want to go as something really cool and clever and can't decide yet—so for magazine purposes let's just say Wonder Woman …

Wait, I want to be Moana!

— Justynne Pride, Marketing Coordinator

My daughter and I are going as Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding — Nikki Harris, Senior Account Executive

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→ This central Ohio pumpkin festival is one of the biggest in the entire world When the Ohio State University Marching Band is participating in a pumpkin festival, you know it’s a pretty big deal.

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• Tasting Columbus—NEW episode!

Have you checked out our TV show “Tasting Columbus?” Join food scientist Matt Teegarden as he eats his way through Columbus’ food scene. A NEW episode dropped on Sept. 27th.

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↓ Emily Cline, creator of Daphnia Ceramics

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Local ceramics and screen printing artist Emily Cline has embarked on a business fueled entirely by her own art.

By Zeb Larson Photos by Ally Schnaidt

For ceramics artist Emily Cline, the pandemic brought with it a new way of living that gave way to a flurry of productivity.

“The pandemic’s been hard in a lot of ways, but for me, not being able to go anywhere or do anything else, all I did was make art,” she said.

In May of 2020, Cline opened an Etsy shop for her ceramics pieces. And just this past June, she took the big step and decided to start making art full-time through her studio, Daphnia Ceramics. For now, she focuses on plates, bowls, and mugs.→ 614NOW.COM OCTOBER 2021 (614) MAGAZINE

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Though her decision to center her career on art came fairly recently, Cline’s love of art began in childhood.

“As a kid, I loved art,” Cline said.

“I was always more of a musician, but I always had a little clay sculpting desk in the attic of our house.”

A good teacher and a few art classes her senior year of high school inspired Cline to want to become an art teacher, and she went to Ohio University to learn to teach. It was also there that she began screen-printing.

For the next 10 years, Cline taught art to elementary and middle school students in Newark. Teaching was a formative creative experience for her, and over time it became a way for her to combine screenprinting and ceramics.

Cline still teaches community classes at Bareclay (a pottery studio at 734 E. Lincoln Ave.) and at other community events. Still, She’s now focusing on her own artistic endeavors from a studio in her Columbus home. She wants to make mixed-media pieces for a future gallery show, and she’s still working hard at creating pieces for her ceramics business.

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Cline is primarily inspired by the natural environment.

“Not all of my patterns are naturebased, but a lot of them are,” she said.

“Some of them are fantastical things, but a lot of them are things I find in the woods.”

Her use of wilderness and nature goes beyond just aesthetics, however.

“As a queer artist, there’s something about the reclaiming of our relationship with nature and the way that our society disconnects us from that,” Cline said “The ways that I’ve reclaimed my own queer identity and the authenticity in those connections, I find a lot of overlap there.”♦

To learn more about Cline’s work, visit daphniaceramics.com

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Pushing The Envelope Forbidden Root Columbus seeks to wow guests with a versatile tap selection and small batches of experimental beers. →

By Jim Fischer / Photos by Ally Schnaidt

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← Stratusphere, Hazy IPA

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"There are still a lot of people who think IPAs are always bitter, ours are not bitter. I like to use the hops for fruit, for character, for aroma."

To learn more about Forbidden Root, visit forbiddenroot.com/columbus.

↑ Nick Gabriel, Head Brewer

While Forbidden Root Columbus follows in the footsteps of the original Chicago brewery of the same name, it definitely doesn’t stand in its shadow.

Specializing in botanical beers, Forbidden Root’s Chicago brewery creates libations with herbs, flowers, fruits, and more. The Columbus location (which opened in December 2019 at Easton Town Center) still has the same passion for creativity.

Diners and drinkers at Forbidden Root Columbus are for sure getting a taste of the brand’s, um, roots in Chicago, what with the brewery’s flagship Strawberry Basil Hefeweizen always on tap. But Director of Operations Brian Krajack told (614) the Columbus brewpub was always intended to be its own, distinct brewing operation, led by a local brewer with (almost) complete autonomy.

Enter Nick Gabriel, head brewer for Forbidden Root Columbus, whose experience as head brewer at Four String Brewing, combined with his keen and creative brewing sense, appealed to the Forbidden Root team.

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“They didn’t want to micromanage. They wanted someone who would understand the brand but who would apply their own knowledge and experience,” Gabriel said. “I have a list of ingredients to build recipes with, and I just tell them to let me know if I go off the rails. So far, they haven’t.”

Gabriel acknowledges the need to have “approachable” brews available, but he said the tap selection is always going to run the gamut of style and flavor profile in an effort to “push” customers.

For example, he takes pride in efforts to broaden people’s perspectives on the India Pale Ale (IPA), a still-popular style among craft beer aficionados.

“There are still a lot of people who think IPAs are always bitter,” Gabriel said, acknowledging there was a time when it seemed brewers were in a contest to see who could make the most insanely face-scrunching IPA. “Ours are not bitter. I like to use the hops for fruit, for character, for aroma.”

For those who prefer something darker, the Full Retail porter features almonds (roasted in-house

by Gabriel), coconut (toasted by Gabriel) and a specific type of cacao nibs.

“It’s really balanced and comes out tasting a little like a candy bar,” Gabriel said. “It’s not always about some off-the-wall ingredient, but more the proportions and the process.”

And while Forbidden Root is a restaurant, Gabriel still treats it as a taproom, brewing small batches of experimental beers to sate his creativity and, hopefully, his customers’ palates.

“A couple months ago, we made a fruited sour that was fruitier than we would normally do, and it was very popular,” he said.

Even a popular item might not stick around forever—Gabriel has more things he wants to try.

“Forbidden Root is intentionally different, but we still see ourselves as an independent, Columbusbased brewery,” Gabriel said. “I come to work each day to make beer for our city.”

To learn more about Forbidden Root, visit forbiddenroot.com/columbus.

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Industry veteran John McGinnis embarks upon his very first restaurant concept — and it’s on wheels

By Jack McLaughlin / Photos by Spencer Lookabaugh

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↓ McGinnis' Grill's Caprese Sandwich

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↑ Their Cuban Sandwich

Dishwasher. Prep cook. Fry cook. Line cook.

Manager. Bartender. Server.

John McGinnis has served all of these roles and more within the Columbus food scene. But after nearly two decades cooking up others’ food, he’s decided to take on the one title in the restaurant industry he hasn’t touched yet: owner.

This month, the longtime Columbus chef plans to open his first-ever restaurant concept in the form of McGinnis' Grill, a food truck serving hearty sandwiches.

“I’m not getting any younger. I’m 32; it was finally time to do something for myself,” McGinnis said. “So I decided to pull the trigger.”

Unpretentious and approachable, John McGinnis’ food is an extension of himself. One of the reasons he opted to feature sandwiches in the first place is due to the fact that they’re common food ground for so many.

It also doesn’t hurt that they’re perfectly suited for a mobile kitchen.

“They’re so portable, which makes things easy for everyone. Sandwiches were made for a food truck,” he said.

Don’t get it twisted though: The food McGinnis offers isn’t basic. Drawing from 18 years of chef and restaurant experience, the Columbus cook finds a delicate balance between sandwiches that are tasty and interesting, without scaring off pickier diners.

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McGinnis, who finds culinary inspiration from different ethnic cooking styles, inflects his food with just enough pizazz to find a middle ground.

In addition to his signature braised brisket melt, he’ll be selling a Nashville hot chicken sandwich with pepper jack cheese, pickles, ranch, and hot honey; a fresh, vegetarian caprese sandwich on grilled Italian bread; and a whole lot more.

If you’re after a smaller portion, you can opt for some of the truck’s starters and side dishes, like a soft pretzel, beer-battered fries, or smoked and fried sticky wings that are tossed in a sweet garlic sauce, topped with green onions, and caramelized with a torch.

McGinnins knows he can cook, and soon Columbus will too. What he says will be one of the more difficult parts of the process is transitioning from the role of chef to owner.

But in the same way he put in the hard work and hustle to level up within the restaurant industry, he’s confident he can handle this, too.

“It sounds corny, but I literally keep a notebook by my bed. Sometimes I’ll wake up with a new idea, or a solution to some problem I thought up,” he said.

“There’s going to be a learning curve, of course. But I know I’m ready.”

To learn more, visit mcginnisgrill.com

↓ John McGinnis, owner of McGinnis' Grill

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A BREATH OF

FRESH AIR Inspiring ways to take in the great outdoors this fall

One of the best parts of fall is the smell of freshly fallen leaves. In fact, autumn is a season that especially touches all the senses when you’re out in nature: The vibrancy of leaves left on the tree, and the crunching of those already underfoot.

The cool, crisp air against the skin. The taste of an apple, just picked from the tree. This month’s cover section is packed with ideas for fun-filled outdoor adventures this fall. We offer a sneak peek at the highly anticipated Quarry Trails Metro Park, and suggestions for the best apple orchards and corn mazes in the central Ohio area. Grab your water bottle and a pair of comfortable shoes for five area hikes that aren’t in the Hocking Hills. If a little R&R is more your speed, we offer a how-to on glamping, and a look at the gorgeous cabins offered courtesy of ACS Getaways. Join us, Columbus, as we celebrate the season. →

By Sarah Sole

↑ An aerial shot of Conkles Hollow Photo courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources

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History, recreation define highly-anticipated Quarry Trails Metro Park

By Jack McLaughlin Photos by Spencer Lookabaugh

From the towering rock faces to the picturesque stone stairway, Quarry Trails Metro Park abounds with stunning examples of Ohio history.

Not only is the site of the park a former limestone quarry—which is cool enough, if you ask us—according to Metro Parks Public Information Manager Peg Hanley, stone from the quarry was used to build what might be the two most iconic structures in the entire state. →

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“Supposedly, [the quarry] made some of the stones that were used in Ohio Stadium at OSU and the Statehouse downtown, so it has a long local history,” she said.

But the city’s newest Metro Park—which is on track to open its first phase this month—is way more than just a place for Ohio history buffs.

“It’s going to be a haven for outdoor recreation,” Hanley said. “It’s going to be a playground.”

Located at the intersection Dublin and Traube roads along the east bank of the Scioto River, Quarry Trails features a pair of quarry lakes at the southern end of the 220-acre park that connect to the river, offering unique kayak, canoeing, and fishing opportunities set against a backdrop of

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↓ The mountain bike trails that are featured in the new park

beautiful Ohio limestone.

And speaking of limestone, the city’s newest Metro Park will boast plenty of rock-climbing opportunities for its visitors. This is in addition to miles of hiking trails and scenic overlooks to boot.

But the park’s most unique space for outdoor recreation, if you ask Hanley, comes in the form of its single-track system of mountain bike trails. Taking advantage of the quarry’s topography, Quarry Trails will boast five different downhill mountain bike tracks of increasing difficulty. Some will even feature built-in jumps and obstacles.

“It’s not your regular mountain bike trail,” Hanley said. “We had a group of bike store owners check them out, and they couldn’t stop talking about it.” →

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And while Quarry Trails has been deftly cultivated into an adventure park for outdoor recreation, scenic vistas and a plethora of wildlife can still be found there.

In addition to a towering 25-foot waterfall, the park supports wildlife like whitetail deer and waterfowl of all sorts. If you’re lucky—and there early enough in the morning—you might even catch a sighting of the resident beavers returning to their lodge.

“If you’re into the outdoors in any capacity, there’s something for you here,” Hanley said.♦

For more information, visit metroparks.net

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ACS Getaways cabins walk the line between comfort and rusticity

PRIMITIVE CHARM

By Jack McLaughlin Photos by Maddie Schroeder

With 15 beds, an on-site swimming pool, a saltwater hot tub, a game room, a detached bunkhouse, and custom, artisan-crafted furniture, The Hillside is your log cabin vacation, leveled up.

First available for rent this past spring in the village of Butler, The Hillside was the initial vacation property available from ACS Getaways—a line of premium rental cabins from the owners of lauded Columbus woodworkers A Carpenter’s Son. Now, ACS has a brand new property it’s getting ready to unveil: The Lodge, a decidedly more understated option just five minutes away from The Hillside, is opening later this month. Both properties are about 10 miles southeast from Mansfield, on the border of the Mohican-Memorial State Forest.

“One of the things we pride ourselves on is how our furniture brings people together,” Owner Josh Scheutzow said. “Now we’re working on places that bring people together.”→

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While A Carpenter’s Son has provided expert woodwork for North Market Bridge Park and the Lower.com Field, the same passion for furniture has been extended to the ACS Getaways cabins.

The Hillside’s centerpiece is the 20-person table A Carpenter’s Son crafted from a single piece of walnut.

Though it’s only five minutes away from The Hillside, The Lodge feels like it’s a world away from the chic opulence of The Hillside.

“Think cool, tucked-away, rustic ski lodge vibes,” Scheutzow said of the 900 square-foot hideaway, which is less than one-fifth the size of its counterpart.

According to Scheutzow, the previous owners of the cabin were an off-the-grid Alaskan couple.

And you don’t have to look hard to find their fingerprints on the property. Adorning one of the cabin’s doorways: the enormous stuffed head of a long-dead caribou.

“From what he told us, the guy literally shot it out of the window of his cabin in Alaska,” Scheutzow said. “He had a huge stuffed grizzly bear inside, too. We didn’t get to keep that one though.”

The ultimate plan, Scheutzow said, is to continue rolling out new properties. He’s open to expanding anywhere in the state, and to taking on cabins of all shapes and sizes. This way, there’s a place for everyone, no matter what your idea of vacation happens to be.

“If your idea of getting away is being surrounded by woods and solitude, I love it. But if your definition of outdoors is a posh cabin with a hot tub, I love that, too,” Scheutzow said. “But any way we can facilitate bringing families together, creating memories, and getting people outside, that’s why we’re doing this.”♦

For more information, visit acsgetaways.com

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5 Central Ohio hikes that aren't in Hocking Hills

By Melinda Green Photos courtesy of Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Looking for a great fall hike, but want to avoid the masses at you-know-where? Heidi HetzelEvans, spokesperson for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, told us about some of ODNR’s favorite fall trails. Check out their recommendations and if you really want to get a jump on planning your trip, download the free DETOUR app that contains maps for trails all over Ohio. →

↓ Conkles Hollow in the fall

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↓ Rockbridge Nature Preserve

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Not far from the quaint town of Clifton and its famous mill is Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve in Yellow Springs. The one-mile, natural Gorge and Rim trails—plus the short Narrows Trail—provide different levels of challenge, along with different views of the Little Miami River and its unique dolomite and limestone features.

Bonus: The adjoining John Bryan State Park

For an adventure, hit the paved Blackhand Trail at Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve in Heath. It’s the only state nature preserve trail that allows pets, skateboards, and bicycling. Although erosion from the Licking River sometimes closes a portion of the trail, spending time along the river and in the deep woods and seeing the Black Hand Sandstone formation is a beautiful experience.

Bonus: Nearby Dillon State Park

Have little ones in tow? Try the Alum Creek Story Book Trail at Alum Creek State Park in Delaware. It’s smooth gravel, accessible to strollers and wheelchairs. At just a half mile, it’s manageable for almost everyone. There’s a “Little Free Library” for book trading. And it introduces little visitors to the joys of reading, combining pages from a children’s book with fun outdoor exploration.

Bonus: Take a walk on the beach nearby!

Of course, we have to mention Mohican State Park in Loudonville. The two-mile, natural trail to Lyons Falls is moderately difficult and near a scenic covered bridge. Want more? Like, a lot more? Bring water, keep going, and hike the entire, challenging, 11-mile Hemlock Gorge loop, with great views of the Mohican River.

Bonus: A new swinging footbridge connecting the Hemlock Gorge and Gorge Overlook trails

Finally, for a hike of a different sort, try the new access path at Buckeye Lake State Park in Millersport. This 4.1-mile trail along the water is wheelchair- and bicycle-friendly, with views of the dam, boating areas, marinas, and the historic Yacht Club. Pack a picnic lunch and make it a day trip!

Bonus: Bring your rods and go fishing on the ADA-friendly fishing pier.

Of course, check park and trail hours and policies beforehand (pets are not always permitted), and always stay on marked trails for safety. For more information, visit ohiodnr.gov.

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↓ An aerial shot of Buckeye Lake

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comfort & CAMPFIRE How to put together a fabulous fall glamping trip.

By Melinda Green / Illustration by Emma Quinn

Autumn. It’s the perfect weather for cuddly hoodies, cute boots, a toasty mocha, and a fabulous glamping trip to watch the leaves fall.

Wait, what is glamping, you ask? We’re glad you did. It’s one of the hottest travel trends of recent years. It’s glamour. It’s camping. It’s the best of both worlds.

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Glamping = experience

Location, location, location

But this isn’t anything even close to traditional “camping.” No, glamping is not about “roughing it;” it’s about experience. Sure, you might choose a woodland tent with hardwood flooring, Edison lights, and overstuffed mattresses. But you also might choose a funky, restored Airstream trailer, a one-of-a-kind treehouse, a sophisticated covered wagon experience, or even a trickedout shipping container. It’s really more about the “glam” than the “camp.”

You can find glamping locations all over Ohio. The Wilds, in Cumberland, boasts yurts with running water, bamboo floors, and observation decks to watch the wild animals roam. Delaware State Park’s yurts are less luxe, but have electricity (espresso machine, anyone?) and futons that await your favorite linens.

If you need a lower-key introduction to the glamorous life, stay in a raised canvas tent that sleeps five, with Amish-made beds, at Clay’s Park Resort in Lawrence.

Or get away to The Mohicans Tree House Resort, in Glenmont. These treehouses are works of art, each with elegant touches like mahogany doors, a spiral staircase, or leather furnishings.

One is actually an Airstream lifted up into the trees!

Some locations are fully furnished and equipped; some require you to bring some of your own gear. Each destination is unique, and, since you don’t have to pack everything and the kitchen sink, it’s easy to put together a fabulous trip.

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D.i.y. Diva Since many destinations are booked far in advance, what can you do if nothing is available when you’re ready to travel? Well, if you camp, you can always start by going back to the “camping” part and elevating your gear. Pack a plush blanket and overstuffed pillow, or add a fun welcome mat.

If you have a camper, bling it up with twinkle lights and comfy linens, or take up a little extra space and bring the good towels. Who knew that camping could feel so much like home?

So pick a destination, make a reservation, and hit the road in style. Whatever you choose, we’re sure you’ll enjoy your fabulous, glamorous getaway.♦

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The best apple orchards in Central Ohio

By Melinda Green Photos by Ally Schnaidt

What says “fall” more than throwing on a light jacket on a crisp day and going apple picking? Not much. And, since most orchards are family-owned, every experience is different. Many orchards have markets or kid spaces; some have live music or other activities. Pick your orchard from this list, then go pick your apples! →

↑ Apples fron Lynd's Fruit Farm

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↓ Perfect apples are at your fingertips at Lynd Fruit Farm

CherryHawk Farm, open Fridays through Sundays in Marysville, describes their farm as “Apple picking the way it used to be.” Fall brings the usual Delicious and Granny Smith apples, but also lesser-known varieties like Green Mystery, WineCrisp, and Mutsu.

The Orchard & Company, in Plain City, lists upcoming U-pick days on their website. If you visit on a weekend, take the kids to their Farm Yard afterward for the animal barn, ziplining, diggers, wagon rides, and more. (The Farm Yard has an admission fee.)

The 45-minute drive to Utica and Branstool Orchards is worth the time. Picking is available most days, unless fruit needs time to ripen, and October features at least 17 apple varieties.

Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome in this orchard, too!

Also in Utica, Legend Hills Orchard has been growing apples for over 90 years. They’re also open seven days a week. You’ll want to get to this one soon, though, or check Facebook for updates; their listed varieties run through mid-October only.

Lynd Fruit Farm is open Wednesdays through Sundays in Pataskala and offers fall treats like Winesap and the fabulously-named Ludacrisp.

On weekends, visit their nearby 7 Seas corn maze and treasure hunt, or take a wagon ride through the orchard for a small fee.

Looking to get a little further out of town? The Apple Hill Orchards locations, in Mansfield and Fredericktown, offer at least 10 varieties in October and early November, including Pink Lady. Take a hayride and meet some of the farm’s animals on weekends, or visit during the week.

Lawrence Orchards, just outside of Marion, is celebrating its centennial year. Visit Monday through Friday, or make a day of it and join them for Harvest Saturdays in October, with special activities in addition to their five popular apple varieties for picking.

In Yellow Springs, Peifer Orchards offers U-pick on most Saturdays and Sundays, while supplies last. With 11 varieties—such as Late Fuji and Goldrush—ripening in October, they’re a great choice to include in a day trip. ♦

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MEMORIES in MAIZE Five spots for corn mazes

By David Williams / Photos by James DeCamp

When the leaves change and the weather cools, many—especially in Midwestern states like Ohio—turn to the harvest-time ritual of weaving one’s way through a labyrinthine field of corn. We rounded up a handful of contenders that will give you an opportunity to breathe in that crisp autumn air and experience the countryside at its most colorful.→ An aerial view of the corn maze →

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Franklin County

Lynd Fruit Farms: 9399 Morse Rd. SW, Pataskala | (740) 927-8559 Lynd’s themed maze is over eight acres and features a scavenger hunt. If you missed last year's Dinosaur theme, fear not: This year’s 7 Seas maze is sure to impress. You can visit the maze FridaySunday from Sept. 3rd-Oct. 31.

Circle S Farms: 9015 London Groveport Rd., Grove City | (614) 878-9462 Sporting a corn maze, hayrides, and a Pumpkin Café, Circle S Farms is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with cider, donuts, and a variety of fall produce. A weekday group reservation of 10 or more @ $7.50/person will get you admission to the hayride, barn, petting zoo, Corn and Sunflower Mazes, Bale Cave, and a pumpkin, donut, and cup of cider.

Union County

The Maize at Little Darby Creek: 8657 Axe Handle Rd., Milford Center | (937) 349-4781 This 160-acre family farm just a 30-minute drive from Columbus sure offers a lot. It’s less a corn maze and more so a corn complex, offering ropes courses, paintball, and over-sized volleyball among giant hay bales. On Friday and Saturday nights Oct. 8-30, you can also explore the “A Field of Fright,” a haunted path that opens at dark.

Delaware County

Lehner’s Pumpkin Farm: 2920 S.R. 203, Radnor | (740) 595-3207 Big kid pedal cars that look more like go-karts, a 10-acre corn maze, and barnyard activities for the young and young at heart: What’s not to love?

And with climbing walls, a scalable pyramid made of tires, and a beautiful brick farmhouse, you’re sure to make some incredible memories—and get some super-cool photos.

Greene County

Young’s Jersey Dairy: 6880 Springfield Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs | (937) 325-0629 This last one is worth the day trip. After exploring the 3.5-acre maze with over a mile of path, take time to visit the animals and try your hand at batting cages and a mini-golf course. And did we mention the ice cream? ♦

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Taking a sneak peek into the Big Day for Columbus-area couples

By Sarah Sole

We’ve been known to shed a tear or two at a wedding ceremony. Maybe it’s the magic of the moment, or the satisfaction of seeing two people so perfect for each other profess their loyalty to each other in such a tender, heartfelt way. In this special section, we tried to capture a bit of the joy, excitement, and enchantment associated with a handful of Columbus area couples’ commitments.

Whether the images were associated with full-scale galas or intimate ceremonies, they all plainly showed the love and devotion for which the human spirit yearns. Join us as we pull back the curtain on a handful of couples’ most cherished moments. →

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↓ Ashley Dzurnak and Zandra Casto eloped this past spring in Hocking Hills State Park Photo by Amy Ann Photography

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THE MEET CUTE Zandra and I met while doing a service year with AmeriCorps in Columbus after college.

We stayed in touch and after a year apart, decided to move back to Columbus and give our relationship a chance.

The rest is history! And to come full circle, we both currently work at City Year Columbus, the place where we met!

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↓ Their rings are from Short North-based Alexander’s Jewelers

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↓ Alaina and Alex Thomas at their reception held at Soho South Events in Savannah, Georgia Photo by Abel Espino with Enabeld Photography

Alaina & Alex

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THE MEET CUTE “I met my husband, Alex, in a Modern American History class at Ohio State,” Alaina said. “Here’s the deal: I have an intense staring problem, and he is incredibly shy (Initially, I came on too strong).

While we didn’t fall in love during our time at OSU, we reconnected via the internet a couple years later. We had our first date at Cazuela’s on campus, and then, aghast that I had never seen them, Alex took me to see the giant corn statues in Dublin (Ohio romance at its finest).

The rest, as they say, is history.

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↓ Alex and Alaina got married at Wormsloe State Historic Site in Savannah, Georgia

↓ Alex and Alaina celebrate with their family and friends

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Kathy & Charlie ↑ Kathy and Charlie Nguyen had a private, outdoor ceremony at a disc golf course Photo by Ashley Wallace Photography

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↑ Kathy Nguyen wore a stunning traditional Vietnamese wedding dress

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“After that he Facebook friended me, which I guess is the original Tinder! There were definitely sparks as we got to know each other, but we didn’t become an “official” couple until years later.”

Photos by Ashley Wallace Photography

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↑ Lindsay and Adam Ingram's wedding was held at the Grand Event Center in Columbus Photo by Photo 243

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THE MEET CUTE “Adam and I went to pharmacy school together and met out on the dance floor,” Lindsay said. “After learning that we had the same taste in music, we traveled the country, attending music festivals and making amazing friends along the way.

Adam proposed at the top of an adventurous hike in Sedona, Arizona on Dec. 6, 2019, and caught all of it on his drone.”

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↑ Lindsay and Adam celebrate with their parties

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↑ Veronica and Justin Woods were married at Veronica’s hometown church in Castalia, outside of Sandusky

↑ Veronica Woods shows off her dress from Wendy’s Bridal in Dublin

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September THE MEET CUTE “It all started with two swipes to the right...

Like many other modern day fairy tales, Justin and I met on Bumble,” Veronica said. “After a week or so of chatting, we decided it was time to meet up. However, as Justin likes to point out, I cancelled (and rescheduled) our first date. We met at a local bar (Red Door Tavern in Grandview) close to my apartment, talked for hours, and then continued to talk while we took a walk around the neighborhood. The rest is really history!”

Photos by Sarah Elizabeth Photography

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Christina & Country ↑ Christina Metzger and Country Garcia at their wedding at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s African Event Center

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THE MEET CUTE “Country and I met the old fashioned way … he approached me and proceeded with small talk while I was waiting to get street meat from a food truck in downtown Columbus,” Christina said. “Now if that isn’t romance! We went on a date a few weeks later, and the rest is history.”

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↓ Country custom-designed Christina's ring, made

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How to take your most lived-in spaces from drab to fab

By Sarah Sole

We see you in the paint section of the home improvement store, aimlessly collecting and comparing paint chips. Is your upper lip beaded with sweat? Do you feel a headache coming on? We know, because we’ve been there. It’s natural to want to update parts of your home’s interior now and then, but the thing is, it’s often hard to know where to start.

That’s where we come in.

Thanks to advice from local interior design experts, this section is chock full of the latest, most relevant style and design tips and tricks to instantly upgrade your kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, and bedroom. When you’re all done, you might just feel like you moved into an entirely new home.

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No Maintenance Required: Homeowners want kitchen products that are easier to clean and maintenance free—That means customers are choosing quartz countertops over granite and luxury vinyl flooring instead of hardwood.

Germ Killing Sinks: The pandemic means germs are on everyone’s mind. It’s a good time to replace that kitchen sink with a granite composite model, which kills 99% of all bacteria on contact, thanks to added ions during the manufacturing process.

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Soft and Sophisticated: Goodbye white and gray kitchens; hello taupes and creams. Soft and warm shades are back in the kitchen and throughout the home.

Modern Brass: Fixtures in a satin brass finish are all the rage. The modern look is bold without being over the top.

Even Smarter Appliances: Homes are getting smarter and smarter, and the kitchen is no different. Now, you can find smart faucets controlled by Amazon’s Alexa, integrated coffee machines controlled by an app, washers and dryers that will dispense the perfect amount of detergent for your laundry, and ovens that will roast meat to the perfect temperature.

To learn more, visit kitchenkraft.com

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By Melissa Braithwaite Photos and design tips courtesy of Crimson Design Group

Not Just for Eating: The dining room is making a comeback, but not for the reasons you might think. Covid is drawing people to spaces in the home that are contained, and they are using this space casually for homeschool or homework, remote work, and quiet time alone. Add some functional lighting and ditch the tablecloth for a laid-back space.

Eclectic Vibes: Use mismatched place settings and linens that you’ve collected on your travels that also tie in to your home's color pallette, so it feels intentional. Add some chintz to your dining room for function or just fun.

Keep It Casual: Traditional, stuffy dining rooms are out.

Making your dining room space more casual, intimate, and chic is conducive to more relaxed, informal gatherings and conversations. Simple seating arrangements using wood side chairs or benches have become increasingly popular.

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Conversation-Starting Finishes: Whether brightly patterned or textured neutrals, wallpaper can add a wow factor to your dining room. But remember, it doesn't have to just be used on the walls or above the wainscot. Try applying a unique pattern on the ceiling with a contrast trim to make the colors and patterns pop! Play around with colors and textures too.

Outdoor Dining: As we transition from summer to fall, people want to enjoy their outside spaces as long as possible before the Midwest winter hits us. Refresh this space with layered candle light or a natural fire source like a chimney or fire pit for a casual, intimate feel. For extra flair, add a dimmable decorative chandelier to a covered patio, and switch out formal dining chairs for wingback chairs to make the space more comfortable.

To learn more, visit crimsondesigngroup.com

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By Melissa Braithwaite / Photos and design tips courtesy of Cindy Lynch Kitchen and Bath Design

Cozy Home Spas: Why go out, when you can enjoy a heated floor, steam shower, and soaking tub in your own bathroom?

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Bidet It Up: Blame it on the toilet paper shortage of 2020 if you want, but bidets are all the rage. The newest models come with helpful features such as a heated seat and night light.

Fresh Fixture Finishes: Brushed nickel is so five years ago! Check out some of the more modern fixture finishes, like antique brass, arctic steel, and matte black.

Large-Format Tile & Porcelain: To reduce grout joints and increase ease in cleaning, large-format tiles and porcelain slabs are a popular choice for shower walls.

Bold Powder Room: The powder room should be considered the “jewel box” of your house. Details such as lighting and wallpaper can add a lot of interest.

To learn more, visit cindylynchkitchenandbath.com

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Mismatched Furniture: The matchy matchy furniture sets popular over the last 20 years are out. Instead, choose individual pieces that speak to you.

Simple and Serene: Goodbye exercise bikes, desks, and storage boxes; the bedroom is for sleeping. Creating a serene environment for slumber is now the top priority.

Muted Motifs: Although neutrals are trending, some are willing to use color in their private space. Go for muted tones in blues and greens for a relaxed vibe.

A sleek and simple bedroom ↑

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Dimmable Lighting: Dimmable bulbs and dimmable switches are much easier to install than ever before. The greater flexibility gives you the kind of lighting you want without the need for multiple fixtures.

Contemporary Ceiling Fans: We know ceiling fans in the bedroom is a divisive topic, but even those opposed should agree that the new super-quiet, retractable-blade fans are cool as hell.

To learn more, visit lauerhassarchitecture.com

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By Melissa Braithwaite Photos courtesy of Larry Snider Art & Photography Design tips by Snider Metcalf Interiors

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Clean Lines: Less is more these days, and folks are looking to declutter and maintain clean lines in their living spaces. Does it spark joy? If not, do as Marie Kondo says and say goodbye.

Personal Effects: In an effort to simplify their spaces, many people are decorating with their own sentimental objects collected over the years. Gone are the days of only accessorizing your home with brand new things.

Simplified Living: Sanctuary-like living rooms that are comfortable and calming are in. With the uncertainty of the outside world, we all want one thing—a living room that helps us to recharge and offers a calm space to spend time with our families.

Monochrome Magic: Bold, elegant, and unforgettable, decorating in a single color scheme can be beautiful. Try a neutral, restful palette in shades of a single warm color.

A Ton of Texture: Peaceful, restful palettes shouldn’t translate to boring. Change up textures and materials to keep a monochromatic palette interesting.

To learn more, visit snidermetcalfinteriors.com

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