THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
COLUMBUS Vol. 5
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TABLE OF CON TENTS
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ABOUT COLUMBUS
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
ABOUT COLUMBUS LGBTQ Columbus As the 15th largest city in the nation, Columbus is home to a vibrant gay community, much of which congregates in the Short North and Clintonville neighborhoods. The Short North has a number of gay pubs, art galleries, popular gay and lesbian centers, nightclubs, coffee shops and an annual gay and lesbian theater festival in September. It’s gay pride all year round with businesses vying for the gay dollar by donning the famous rainbow flag. Clintonville is more of the lesbian hangout. This part of Ohio ranks among the highest per capita donations to LGBTQ political causes in the USA. Way to put your money where your heart is, Columbus.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Level Dining Lounge
German Village Coffee Shop
Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace
Short North Coffee House
Barcelona
Surly Girl Saloon
Relaxing restaurant/lounge 700 North High Street, Columbus, OH
Popular neighborhood eatery 193 Thurman Avenue, Columbus, OH
Popular dog house 248 S 4th Street, Columbus, OH
Cozy and creative 24 hour coffee house 1195 North High Street, Columbus, OH
Metro chic & Old World European charm 263 E Whittier Street, Columbus, OH
Surly, sassy, and oh-so-scrumptious Short North - 1126 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Betty’s Fine Food & Spirits
G. Michaels Bistro
Delicious food and award-winning cocktails 680 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Local ingredients and a massive wine list Merion Village - 595 S 3rd Street, Columbus, OH
Lemongrass Fusion Bistro
Yummy fusion bistro with great happy hour 641 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Flatiron Bar and Diner
The Happy Greek
Award-winning food in a happy atmosphere 660 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Enjoy Cajun and Creole flavors in downtown Columbus Brewery District - 129 E Nationwide Blvd., Columbus, OH
The Rusty Bucket Corner Tavern
Spinelli’s Deli
Grab a quick sandwich here Victorian Village - 767 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH
“Grab life by the bucket” 2158 E Main Street, Columbus, OH
Katalina’s Columbus
Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails
A tasty twist on convention 1105 Pennsylvania Avenue, Columbus, OH
Good eats, good drinks, good times Downtown - 73 E Gay Street, Columbus, OH
Columbus Fish Market
Fish any fresher would still be in the ocean 1245 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH
Basi Italia
Fresh and Honest Italian Food Victorian Village - 811 Highland Street, Columbus, OH
The Northstar Cafe
Carefully prepared cuisine paired with a unique urban ambience 951 N High Street, Columbus, OH
B & B Pizza
Thin crust pizzas 3739 Karl Road, Columbus, OH
Marcella’s Ristorante
A bustling burst of Italian flavor Short North - 615 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Kooma
Scrumptious sushi & Cozy atmosphere Downtown - 37 Vine Street, Columbus, OH
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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE OCT 18
OCTOBER
CENTRAL OHIO AFRO FEST
The Central Ohio Afro Fest will be a day of family fun in a space for all persons in our communities. This is an event that aims to give the neighborhoods a space to form new connections and nurture old ones with other members in the community. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
OCT 1
FEEL THE MAGIC COLUMBUS
A two hour long show that combines a perfect blend of music, high energy dance moves and theatrics, providing a fast-paced performance. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 3
OCT 18 4:00PM-6:30PM
TIM OLIVER PROJECT AT CADDDY’S DELIGHT
GATSBY GALA & CHARITY EVENT
There will be lite bites, cocktails, candle pouring and of course some dancing and mingling! It is a true speakeasy and drag ball. In true drag ball form of the Gatsby time come dressed in your Gatsby best. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
Tim Oliver Project live on Caddy’s Delight Patio. Tim is a local Columbus musician who performs covers ranging from 60’s to today’s hits. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 2
TRAP YOGA FLOW
NOVEMBER
Fun, energized, challenging. Do it to trap music with a splash of R&B. Trap yoga is a style of yoga that combines the physical vinyasa practice with trap music.
NOV 7 7:00PM-11:00PM HARLEY POE
Harley Poe with the Homeless Gospel Choir at Ace of Cups. Enjoy a night full of your favorite music. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 6
STARVING ARTIST OPEN MIC
Everyone who performs at our Starving Artist Open Mic receives a complimentary slice of pizza and a drink ticket to use on a Midway Light or can of soda. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
NOV 7-8 10:00PM-2:00AM CRATES
Crates is a local hip hop x house dj night at Duecento the first Saturday of every month from 10pm - 2am. No cover. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 10
BLACK ART IN THE PARK
NOV 12
Join us for a celebration of diversity and artistry. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
THURSDAY TRIVIA
No team needed to have fun! Free to play. Come win a beer! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OCT 8
BOUNCE THURSDAYS AT DAHLIA NIGHTCLUB
NOV 11
$3 white claws, $3 green tea shots, $3 mules. Come enjoy downtown Columbus with the premier weekly hip-hop party. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
HINDS WITH THE SHIVAS
Come enjoy and listen to your favorite band Hinds with the Shivas. Not your favorite? Come bring an ear to listen to what will be! Visit eventbrite.com.
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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE NOV 13
provided. View paintings, sculpture & ceramics from renowned artists
The Holiday Market features 80+ oneof-a-kind boutiques and specialty small businesses from right here in Ohio. The Hollywood Casino Columbus makes the event a unique destination with endless activities available. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DEC 11
OHIO MADE HOLIDAY MARKET
THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE Join us for this family reenactment of the award-winning book, “The Polar Express”, written by Chris Van Allsburg.
Your adventure begins on board our decorated train as Storytellers read the story aloud. As the train heads north toward the North Pole, festive elves will entertain you with songs and activities. Delicious chocolate milk and a cookie specially made by Mrs. Claus just for you are served on board. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
NOV 16
ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT COLUMBUS
Young and old, individuals, families or friends. Participate in a group, as a couple, or individually. Create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DEC 26 9:00PM
SOULSTICE SATURDAY
Join DJ JTR 808 every fourth Saturday, spinning interplanetary soul, funk and disco for you to dance the night away. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
NOV 20
DEC 26 11:00AM
POPCORN FRIDAY
DOG YOGA
Popcorn Friday is a great event that fosters our community spirit here at The DEC and a great way to catch up with fellow tenants, meet new tenants, talk shop and slide casually into the weekend! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
This is a dog friendly class that takes monthly at Wild Goose Creative. Dogs are welcome to the mat and incorporated into our yoga practice. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
DEC 27
BRUNCH BLACK
NOV 21
Brunch Black is an event series combining culture, food and cooperative economics to empower our community. We invite you to come together on the last Sunday of each month to uplift and celebrate the fabric of Black Columbus. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
COLUMBUS WIZARD TRIVIA PUB CRAWL
Free cover & drink specials at all bars! Free gifts such as shirts, wands, koozies and more! Learn more at online eventbrite.com.
DECEMBER
JANUARY
DEC 4
FIRST FRIDAY: A CELEBRATION OF ART & MUSIC
JAN 6
DANCE PARTY ON MULBERRY ST
Live Music & Jazz featuring Terra Jazz. Refreshments and entertainment
Gaba is a dance fitness class makes you feel like you’re having the time of your
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BAR GU ID E Cavan Irish Pub A rainbow flag-flanked Irish pub Merion Village - 1409 S High Street, Columbus, OH
Axis Nightclub Dance with the Buckeye Boys of Ohio State! Short North - 775 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Southbend Tavern A favorite corner bar Merion Village - 126 E Moler Street, Columbus, OH
Union Cafe Bar Eat, drink, and dance the night away at this Short North hotspot. Short North - 782 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Boscoe’s 1224 S High Street, Columbus, OH
Level Chic dining club Short North - 700 N High Street, Columbus, OH
Tremont Lounge Neighborhood staple German Village - 708 S High Street, Columbus, OH
AWOL Military-themed bar popular for karaoke Olde Towne East - 49 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH
The Toolbox Saloon Work hard. Play hard. Merion Village - 744 Frebis Avenue, Columbus, OH Bernard’s Tavern Mixed-crowd bar with great food and drinks! Short North - 630 N. High Street, Columbus, OH
Club Diversity Comedy, theater, and dancing German Village - 863 S. High Street, Columbus, OH O’Connor’s Club 20 Risen from the ashes University District 20 E Duncan Street, Columbus, OH
Local Bar “Not a gay bar” 913 N High Street, Columbus, OH
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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE life.... because you are. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 21
JAN 23
The promoter reserves the right to change the venues and order of venues at any given time.
The Weather Is Cold & You Want To Be Comfy... What Better Way To Be Than Boozin’ In Your Onesie At Columbus’s 6th Annual & World’s Most Comfortable Bar Crawl. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
Refunds are not accepted but we are flexible if you cannot make this event after getting tickets email us and we can give you a credit to another crawl! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 29
ACID MOTHERS TEMPLE & THE MELTING PARAISO U.F.O
MIMOSA CRAWL COLUMBUS
BOOZIN’ IN YOUR ONESIE BAR CRAWL
FEB 28
ROSE TATTOO WITH THE HOTS
Legendary Australian rock & roll outlaws coming to town to rock your world! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Formed in 1995 by Makoto Kawabata, Acid Mothers Temple are legends of the psych-rock world. Don’t miss this rare performance! Learn more at eventbrite. com.
FEBRUARY FEB 1
MARCH
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY
MAR 5
Learn tips, strategies and techniques to help you remember more. This class is ideal for students, professionals and lifelong learners. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
THE FRIGHTS
BravoArtist presents your newest favorite band, The Frights with the Happy Fits. Come enjoy your evening with the hottest band in town! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 9
MAR 9
MIZ CRACKER: SHE’S A WOMAN
Experience the comedic world of Miz Cracker through never-before-seen videos and untold stories. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
AS I LAY DYING
The Athenaeum Theater proudly presents As I Lay Dying with Whitechapel and Shadow of Intent. Get pumpin’ and get lit! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 13
MARDI GRAS BAR CRAWL
MAR 11
The Mardi Gras Bar Crawl is coming Saturday February 13th, 2021! We’re turning the Arena District into Bourbon Street for the biggest Mardi Gras celebration and party!
COLUMBUS VIRTUAL GAME NIGHT: TRIVIA , CHARADES, AND DRAWING OVER VIDEO
Make your game night legendary! Play fun online games, answer trivia, laugh ‘til it hurts, and connect with friends near and far. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Collect beads, drink hurricanes, and best New Orleans style party! It’s an incredible day of green, purple, and gold New Orleans style fun! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE MAR 13
APR 10
The luck of the Irish must be within you as you have found a four leaf clover (aka BCL’s St. Patrick’s bar crawl)! Now throw on some green & grab your favorite drinking buddies, for that whiskey won’t drink itself! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
Miss the 90s? The Boozin’ Through The 90s Bar Crawl returns on April 10th! Register Now And Let’s Get Jiggy With it!! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
OFFICIAL ST. PATRICK’S BAR CRAWL
BOOZIN’ THROUGH THE 90’S BAR CRAWL
APR 16
ALADDIN WINE TASTING
We’re putting on our next Disney and wine night with 1992’s Aladdin. We’ll have lots of wines available to sample for just $15 - from white to red, dry to sweet, and everything in between. Find some new wines to love, share, and enjoy while we watch (and maybe sing along to) the animated Aladdin! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MARCH 19
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST WINE TASTING
Bonjour! We’re putting on our next Disney and wine night with Beauty and the Beast. We’ll have lots of wines available to sample for just $15 - from white to red, dry to sweet, and everything in between. Find some new wines to love, share, and enjoy while we watch (and maybe sing along to) the animated Beauty and the Beast! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY MAY 1
2ND ANNUAL TACO & TEQUILA CRAWL 12:00PM-6:00PM
The Taco & Tequila Crawl is back again Columbus on May 1st! Come stroll through the park street / downtown area eating tasty tacos, enjoying exclusive margarita, tequila, and beer specials. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 27
BBQ, BREW, & BOURBON CRAWL
The BBQ, Beer, & Bourbon Crawl is here Atlanta on March 7th. Come stroll through midtown eating the tasty BBQ, enjoying exclusive bourbon specials, beer specials, and more. It is a foodie & bourbon lovers dream! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 1
TACOS N’ TEQUILA CRAWL 2:00PM-9:00PM
Let’s TACO ’bout sippin’ margs, eatin’ tacos & dancin’ those tacos off at the annual tacos n’ tequila crawl! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APRIL APR 3
MAY 5
UNCORKED: COLUMBUS WINE FESTIVAL
BROW WAX & TINT 101 CLASS
Enjoy more than 150 wines and champagnes from across the globe, full access to the museum including interactive exhibits, a custom photo booth and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Eyebrow tinting is the process of applying semi-permanent dye to enhance, shape, and define brows. Learn to apply a semi permanent dye and shaping brows within 4 hours. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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2020-21 EVENT SCHEDULE MAY 21
MAY 22
THE LION KING WINE TASTING
AFRO GALA 2021
Prepare for a chance of a lifetime! We’re putting on our next Disney and wine night with The Lion King. We’ll have lots of wines available to sample for just $15 - from white to red, dry to sweet, and everything in between. Find some new wines to love, share, and while we watch (and maybe sing along to) the animated The Lion King! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
AFRO GALA 2021. A Night of fashion, style, class, culture and regal elegance showcased by the African community in Columbus, Ohio. Brought to you by Black Towel Entertainment. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 21
ART AT THE WAGNALLS
The festival will again feature many local artists who will be exhibiting and selling their paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and other crafts. Like last year, the Wagnalls Memorial will award cash prizes for the top three art entries. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Stonewall Columbus Center on High Get Gayer, Central Ohio! 1160 N High Street, Columbus, OH Capital Pride Band of Columbus An Ohio-based LGBTQ music organization Downtown -, Columbus, OH North/Campus Health Center Planned Parenthood of Central Ohio, Inc. Walk-in health services 18 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus Voices Raised, Lives Changed 51 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, OH
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ARCHITECTURE Larson Design Group ....................................19
FINANCIAL PLANNING Logan Financial Group..................................29
BANKRUPTCY Strip, Hoppers, Leithart, McGrath & Terlecky Co LPA............................19
FURNITURE STORE Studio J.........................................................15 HAULING Junk King of Columbus ................................13
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Ohio Guidestone ..........................................27
HOME BUILDERS Sullivan Builders ............................................ 7
CABINETS ShelfGenie ....................................................19
HOME CARE Home Helpers ................................................ 8
CONSULTING Larson Design Group ....................................19
HOSPICE Capital City Hospice......................................27
DIVORCE Sowald Sowald Anderson Hawley & Johnson 1
IMMIGRATION LAW Margaret W. Wong & Associates ...................29
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Benchmark Human Services ........................10
INSURANCE Marla Evans Agency ........................................ 5 McManamon Insurance ........back inside cover
ENGAGEMENT/ WEDDING CUSTOM JEWELRY Diamonds Pearls & Jade ...............................28
INTERIOR DESIGN Studio J.........................................................15
ENGINEERING Larson Design Group ....................................19
JEWELER Diamonds Pearls & Jade ...............................28
ESTATE PLANNING Strip, Hoppers, Leithart, McGrath & Terlecky Co LPA............................19
JUNK REMOVAL Junk King of Columbus ................................13
EXTERIORS.......... CAP CITY RESTORATION front cover, 3
MEDICAL ADVOCATE Guided Patient Services ................................19
FAMILY LAW Friedman & Mirman Co LPA..........................25 Sowald Sowald Anderson Hawley & Johnson 1
MENTAL HEALTH Emerald Psychiatry & TMS Center .................29
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Robert Kauffman- FPL Financial Strategies ..... 6
MORTGAGES Jonathan Sadler - Bank of America...............20
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY NON PROFIT Community for New Direction ......................24
ROOFING Muth & Company Roofing ............................23
ORDAINED MINISTER Diamonds Pearls & Jade ...............................28
SENIOR LIVING Friendship Village Columbus .......................21 United Church Homes ..................................25
PATIENT ADVOCACY Guided Patient Services ................................19
TELEPSYCHIATRY Emerald Psychiatry & TMS Center .................29
PERSONAL INJURY Tompkins, Selph & Associates Ltd .................27
WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Granville Inn .................................................11
REAL ESTATE LAW Friedman & Mirman Co LPA..........................25
WINDOWS Renewal By Anderson ...................................10
RESIDENTIAL PAINTING Certapro ........................................................17
YOUTH LEADERSHIP Community for New Direction ......................24
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