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From the Publishers Dear Readers,

Welcome to the “Living, Working, and Playing” issue of High Street Neighborhoods, the first issue to be published by us, the new owners, Outlook Media. We can’t tell you how excited we are to add High Street to our family of products. Its mission to highlight the people, places, and businesses that make our neighborhoods great is very much in keeping with the Outlook philosophy, and we’re looking forward to continuing this theme by connecting with you, our readers and advertisers.

But before we get into where we’re headed, let’s stop for a moment and consider where we have been.

For almost eleven years, the irascible and seemingly unstoppable Aaron Leventhal has guided High Street Neighborhoods, growing it from being essentially a German Village-centric coupon magazine, to a citywide shopping guide encompassing twelve neighborhoods, printing 100,000 copies, distributed at over 500 locations.

Aaron has called High Street Neighbor-

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hoods a “cooperative marketing and branding effort”, and while we agree with that statement, and recognize the value of it (we did buy the magazine, after all), really High Street Neighborhoods has been a labor of love.

A tenacious cheerleader with a giant heart, Aaron’s efforts to promote Columbus and her neighborhoods can only be measured by the number of business owners who’ve kept their doors open because of Aaron’s help, the thousands upon thousands of dollars Aaron has raised for charity, and the incredible relationships he has created with all of you.

This publication, the loyalty of its readers and advertisers, and its longevity are a testament to the mad-scientist-like skills of one Aaron Leventhal, and for his labor, love, and genius, we are exceedingly grateful.

Aaron, we thank you so much for the opportunity to become the stewards of High Street, and wish you nothing but the best in the years to come…Though something tells us we’ll be hearing from you (see Aaron’s travel piece on page 35).

04 - Advertisers Guide 07 - Worthington 09 - Clintonville 11 - Upper Arlington

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13 - Grandview Heights 15 - University District 17 - Short North

We have some big shoes to fill –literally. We are aware of that. And in that vein, we make the following pledge to you.

Building upon Aaron’s good work, we will continue to produce a high quality product focusing on small business owners, valueminded shoppers, and anyone who embraces the concept that shopping local is the proverbial bee’s knees. We will continue to focus on our core urban neighborhoods, while expanding our reach into the areas where you, our readers, live, work, and play. We will give you the outstanding service and personal touch you have come to expect. The only significant change we want you to see in the short term is the sudden and frequent use of email in communications –Aaron loved this magazine with all of his heart, but he’ll be the first to tell you, he has no love of email.

Columbus, despite the little bit of grey weather here and there, is a town that knows how to have a good time, how to work hard, and how to live the good life. Our generally sunny disposition, friendly small business environment, and extremely stable economy have helped to position Columbus 19 - Franklinton 21 - Downtown 23 - King Lincoln 25 - Olde Towne East

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as a city on the cutting edge – we are now too educated, too affluent, and too extraordinary to be that quintessential “test market” for big business. Kudos to us, but more importantly kudos to you. We believe that Columbus is precisely the sum of its parts its unique neighborhoods, incredible people, and positive attitude have made us who we are, and we’re pretty proud of who we are.

In this issue of High Street Neighborhoods, we sought to capture the spirit of our city and our neighborhoods through you, the residents. We wanted to make sure we talked to plenty of you, to get your perspective on what life is really like here in good old C-Bus, and we’re very happy with the result. We invite you to take a look, visit our advertisers, and continue to support your neighborhoods. Our next issue “Columbus’ Creative Cuisine” will be on stands in late September, but until then enjoy your summer. We hope we’ll be seeing you around!

Michael and Chris Co-Publishers

27 - German Village / Brewery District 29 - Merion Village 30 - Cbus Arts & Fests

35 - Traveling with High Street

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The AdverTiser guide

This guide will assist you in finding the businesses and services featured in this issue. High Street neighborhoods are the heart and soul of the city. Most of the businesses are owner operated and committed to providing outstanding value to their customers.

Be sure to thank our advertisers for their generosity in keeping the magazine free of charge to the public.

High Street Neighborhoods Coalition Board Special thanks to these individuals, who serve as the editorial board and advisory committee for High Street Neighborhoods and its High Street Neighborhoods Fund. This fund supports projects and services that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality of High Street and its surrounding neighborhoods.

David W. Armstrong, Fifth Third Bank Krista Bower, Columbus Public Schools Damian Bowerman, OSU Department of Theatre Jeni Engel, Hair Concepts Salon and Day Spa Wendy Frantz, Columbus Recreation and Parks Jeff Gilbert, Ameriprise Financial Jami Goldstein, Greater Columbus Arts Council Steve Gunn, Downtown YMCA Mike Hill, Caskey Drycleaning Co. Jackie Jacobs, Columbus Jewish Foundation Courtney Johnson, Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center

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Toni Johnson, King Arts Complex Aaron Leventhal, High Street Neighborhoods Wayne Owens, Village Singers Sue Phillips & Iban Smith, Directions for Youth & Families Melissa Ricksecker, Columbus College of Art & Design Cheryl & Geoff Schmidt, Schmidt’s Restaurant Joe Spinelli, Spinelli’s Deli Michelle Staffen, Veterans Memorial Steve Sterrett www.highstreetmoneysavers.com

Worthington HIGH STREET

Rte. 161 Shelby Rd.

Hudson Ave.

Clintonville

University District 5th Ave.

Grandview

Arena District Nationwide Blvd.

Franklinton

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Funny Bone Comedy Club ..............................................................2 Gateway Health & Wellness..........................................................22 GCAC ............................................................................................33 German Village Coffee Shop.........................................................26 Grandview Cleaners......................................................................12 Great Clips ....................................................................................16 Greek Corner.................................................................................10 Gunstoppers..................................................................................24 Hair Concepts .................................................................................8 Happy Dragon ...............................................................................26 Hey Hey Bar & Grill .......................................................................28 Hot Times ......................................................................................24 King Arts Complex ........................................................................22 Late Night Slice.............................................................................13 Magic Mountain............................................................................06 Metro City Doggy ..........................................................................05 Monarch Title Services .................................................................06 Morningstar Storage.....................................................................20 Network Columbus .......................................................................26 Old Bag of Nails ............................................................................07 outlook media ...............................................................................31 Patrick J's Bar & Grill ...................................................................14 Pet Stop of Columbus ...................................................................05 Reed Arts.......................................................................................12 Santa Maria...................................................................................21 Schmidt's ......................................................................................27 Shiff & Rutan.................................................................................23 South Side Learning & Development Center ...............................28 Spinelli ...................................................................................16, 21 Sprout Soup ....................................................................................8 Taranto's pizza................................................................................6 UPS Store ......................................................................................17 Vets Memorial...............................................................................18 Waldo's .........................................................................................16 Yellow Cab ....................................................................................15 Yosick’s .........................................................................................35 Zoot Scoots ...................................................................................12

Short North Arts District

Downtown

Broad St.

King Lincoln District Old Towne East E. Livingston

Brewery District

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Accent on Nature ..........................................................................12 Acme Taxi......................................................................................14 All About the Dogs ........................................................................05 Barrell 44.......................................................................................16 Beacon ..........................................................................................22 Blue Stone.....................................................................................24 Brazenhead ...................................................................................12 Brian Coovert ................................................................................24 Bronze Bubble...............................................................................14 Bubushka's Kitchen........................................................................8 Carpe Diem ...................................................................................28 Carzonies ......................................................................................10 Casa Sazon ...................................................................................20 Caskey Drycleaning......................................................................29 CCAD .............................................................................................33 Chocolate Café..............................................................................10 Cindy Dunigan HER.........................................................................8 Claddagh 1 ................................................................................6, 26 Clarmont .......................................................................................26 Clintonville Outfitters......................................................................8 Clippers .............................................................................11, 19, 25 Columbus Crew Pride Cup............................................................14 Columbus Maennerchor ...............................................................26 Cook’s Creek Golf Club .................................................................35 Cookie's Sports Pub .....................................................................18 Core Fitness1 ..........................................................................10, 24 COSI...............................................................................................18 COTA..............................................................................................20 COWIC............................................................................................36 Creole Kitchen...............................................................................22 Directions for Youth & Families....................................................16 Dream Seats .................................................................................28 El Manantial Latino.......................................................................14 Fifth Third Bank ..............................................................................9 Fire & Ice HVAC ...............................................................................3 Florentine, The ..............................................................................18 Franklinton Board of Trade...........................................................18

German Village

Merion Village

High Street Neighborhoods 411 Michael Daniels & Chris Hayes Co Publishers publishers@outlookmedia.com Mary Malone Account Rep mmalone@outlookmedia.com 614.268.8525 x 4 815 N High St, Ste Q Columbus, OH 43215 highstreetmoneysavers.com HSNM is published by outlookmedia, inc.

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Pet Directory

the Perfect Gift! Adopt a pet from your local shelter!

DOG ADOPTION

Capital Area Humane Society

BEAGLE adoption

614-777-PETS For cruelty or neglect calls, dial ext 250.

www.BeaglesRus.org • 740-967-3700 ebenzingef@columbus.rr.com www.SecondChanceHS.org • pjevans@alink.com

Columbus Dog Connection www.ColumbusDogConnection.com 614-888-2208 Huge network of puppies and dogs in foster care homes. Web site also links to other pet adoption groups in Central Ohio.

Franklin County Dog Shelter - Columbus

CAT ADOPTION

www.franklincountydogs.com • 614-462-4360 Open daily. Over 135 homeless dogs and puppies waiting to be adopted. Get your pet “fixed” here at a low cost. Behavior help line 614-462-3488.

Cat Welfare - Columbus

GOLDEN RETRIEVER adoption

www.CatWelfareOhio.com 614-268-6096 • 741 Wetmore Rd. Hundreds of cats and kittens. Weekly Saturday garage sale! Open daily 11a.m.-3:30p.m.

www.GoldenEndings.org 614-488-4966 • gegrr@att.net

Cozy Cat Cottage - Powell

www.RescueALab.com 513-543-3000 • info@rescuealab.com

www.CozyCatCottage.com • 614-336-8510 Open daily. Over 300 cats and kittens in need of homes.

Low cost spay and neuter program for the public.

Colony Cats and Dogs - Dublin www.Colonycats.org • 614-593-0055 New cage free adoption center. Open daily.

Also offers TNR (Trap Neuter and Return) advice.

LABRADOR RETRIEVER adoption

PIT BULL adoption www.MeaslesAnimalHaven.org • We LOVE Pit Bulls but there are already too many unwanted and strays.

Measle’s Animal Haven offers low-cost spay or neuter surgeries for Pit Bulls and mixes.

Citizens for Humane Action - Westerville www.CHAAnimalShelter.org 614-891-5280 • 3765 Corporate Drive 0ver 100 adoptable cats and dogs. Closed Wed.

Humane Society of Delaware County www.DelawareCoHumaneSoc.org 740-369-PETS 4920 St. Rt. 37 E, Delaware, Oh 43015 Offers low cost spay and neuter to public.

Open Tuesday through Sunday.

Pets Without Parents - Clintonville www.PetsWithoutParents.net • 614-267-7297 Open daily. All breed pet adoption shelter.

Dogs and cats, kittens and puppies.

SOS Veterinary Clinic for dogs & cats 614-296-8707 Non-profit low-cost spay and neuter clinic for the public and veterinary health to animal shelters and organizations.

HORSE RESCUE AND ADOPTION Circle P Sanctuary - www.CirclePSanctuary.org info@Circlepsanctuary.org, Rescues healthy, unwanted horses from going to slaughter.

Canter - www.CanterUSA.org pam@canterusa.org, Helps retired racehorses find new homes.

www.petsohio.com www.ohioshorses.com Purchase through BMV www.oplates.com

The horse license plate is only $30 additionally, pet plates are $25 additionally.

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“I like living here because almost everything is right here!

Off of High Street, you have a library, a great Downtown, a mall, the farmer's market, Graeter's, and easy access to the bike trail and Antrim Park.

It's such a great place to live.”

“Working in Worthington has been great for my business.

Not only am I close to my client base, but I’m also close to all the great stuff in Worthington. It’s the best of both worlds.

“Worthington looks like Maine, and has a night life like the Short North! There’s always something fun happening on the Green or at the MAC, and downtown has some of my favorite places! P.K. O’Ryan’s, House Wine, and the Worthington Inn offers a great night out, no matter what you’re in the mood for.”

Saturdays 9a -12p Olde Worthington Summer Farmers Market www.owba.net

- Beth Brickweg: Worthington Resident / Crew Groupie

- Steve Baldzicki Monarch Title Services / Big Fish Networking Guru

- Mackenzie Worral: Teavana

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May 21st • 9a - 2p Green on the Green www.biggreenhead.com June 18th - 19th Olde Worthington Art Festival www.owba.net July 29th-30th & Aug 5th - 7th WCT presents Bye Bye Birdie www.wctpresents.org

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“Clintonville is such a convenient place for me to live. It’s all in walking distance. I like that it’s quieter, too. It’s removed from the hustle and bustle of downtown, but near everything.”

“The location in Clintonville is great! We've been here for over two years and I think it's because we feel it's the right place for us and the rightminded people here in the neighborhood.”

“I love going out in Clintonville because everything has such a neighborhoody feel to it, you know. It’s like no matter where I go, I’m right at home!”

Saturdays 9a - 12p Clintonville Farmer’s Market www.clintonvillefarmersmarket.org

- Sam Malone: Jeni’s Ice Cream

- Alissa: Sprout Soup Owner

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Justina Smart: Impero Coffee Barista / Vintage Clothes Horse

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Sundays Through Aug 21 • 7p Park of Roses Concert Series www.clintonvillechamber.com 6/11-6/12 Stop and Smell the Roses

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“I love living in Upper Arlington because of its small town community feel. It’s this great little town minutes from anywhere in the city. It’s a great place to raise children, we have some great restaurants, and our 4th of July parade is fantastic!”

“Working in Upper Arlington is fantastic. The people are great. We get a lot of fun regulars. Plus you can’t beat the chocolate!”

“I really only go to two places in town... and they are both in Upper Arlington. If I’m not throwing some back with my boys at The Pointe Tavern, I’m savoring some french deliciousness at La Chatelaine French Bakery and Bistro.

They are both muy bien!”

April 30 - May 22 Decorators’ Show House www.columbusmuseum.org

- Laura: Chocolate Café Employee

- Mark Frye: Upper Arlington Resident / Dirty Dozer

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- Dominic Presutto: New Albany Resident

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June 2 - August 4 • 7p - 8:30p Music in the Parks http://www.uaoh.net July 21 - August 12 Urban Art @ Upper Arlington Concourse Gallery www.uaoh.net September 5 Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival www.uaoh.net

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“We love that Grandview is an old neighborhood and has so much character. So many amazing locally-owned, family businesses like Riffe’s Market and Knotty Pine. We love the live music scene. Byrne’s has great bluegrass and Woodlands keeps getting these incredible acts that we could only see at a festival!

“What I like most about working in Grandview is the various services and suppliers that are available in such a close proximity"

“Grandview is great to play in.

Living here, we play here a lot.

After we take up some tennis at McKinley Park, we love to head over to Meister's Bar to watch the, as they say in Europe, 'football'. Soccer rules.

Go Crew!”

Last Saturday of Month The Grandview Hops www.thegrandviewhop.com

- Rick Beam: Zoot Scoots Owner

- Brent & Melanie Witzel: Grandview Residents / Newlyweds

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- Tony Grausso & Cassie Bergman: Grandview Residents / Party Animals

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May 1st - 28th Charley Harper: Life Illustrated @ Reed Arts May 21 • 12p - 12a Junctionview Studios’ Agora 8 www.agoracolumbus.com June 26th • 11:30a - 6p Tour de Grandview Cycling Classic www.tourdegrandview.com

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“I love living in the University District. It’s a dynamic, diverse area of the city that not a lot of people get to experience. We have OSU, the Wexner Center, and all sorts of ethnic restaurants just off High.”

"I like working in the University District because of the location... it's conveniently close to the Short North. It is also a very pedestrian-friendly district which is nice in the summertime."

Through August 28th HOOT Family Film Series @ Gateway Film Center gatewayfilmcenter.com

- Joel Diaz: University District Resident

- Jamie McGowan: Ohio State University Multiple Sclerosis Center

"Going out on campus is always a welcome change of pace from the ‘busy’ atmosphere in other parts of town.

With bars in every direction, an impromptu campus crawl can happen any night of the week without the hassle of dressing to impress or breaking your bank account."

- Craig Gibson: Senior at OSU

May 5th - 26th Charlie Chaplin Retrospective @ Wexner Center for the Arts www.wexarts.org August 4th Eels @ Newport Music Hall www.promowestlive.com September 3rd OSU Buckeyes Football Opener www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com

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“Living in the Short North is great for so many reasons like being able to walk to wherever you go, and being part of the central energy and scene.

Plus there’s the convenience I live right upstairs from where I work.”

“I’d have to say my favorite thing about working in the Shorth North is the people. I like the creative people that walk around either on their lunch break or day off.”

“Why do I like to play in the Short North? That’s easy. I mainly like the people. The vibe down here is different from anywhere else.”

1st Saturday of Month • 4p - 10p Gallery Hop www.shortnorth.org

- Niki Quinn: Tigertree

- Dionte Johnson: Sole Classics

- Mikey Sorboro: Short North Resident / Mikey’s Late Night Slice Owner

June 4th • 9a - 3p Short North Yard Sale www.yardsale.shortnorthcivic.org

June 17th - 18th Pride Festival www.columbuspride.org June 24th - 26th ComFest www.comfest.com July 4th • 1p - 3p Doo Dah Parade www.doodahparade.com

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“I love Franklinton for multiple reasons. I love the people my neighbors are like family, I spend more time with them than anyone else. Also, I love the promise of what it can be after years of neglect. It’s wonderful to see people who have worked here for ages and they’re now seeing the fruits of their labor.”

“I love working here because it’s close to downtown and the bus lines - which is convenient for me. And I love working at COSI because the people are fun and I feel like I’m doing something important.”

“In the three years I have worked at Franklin County Veterans Memorial, I have enjoyed being part of the Franklinton community. Vets has such a rich history in Franklinton and as an employee and a member of the Franklinton Board of Trade, I am excited to be a part of the future of this growing neighborhood.”

May 28th - Sept 5th DINOSAURS @ COSI www.cosi.org

- Jason Smith: COSI

- Jeff Mohrman: Franklinton Development Association

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- Michelle Staffen: Franklin County Veterans Memorial

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July 1st Red, White, and BOOM! www.redwhiteandboom.org August Urban Scrawl 5 www.franklintonartsdistrict.org September 24th Picnic of HOPE www.peacegahanna.org/hope

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“Living downtown, and especially at the Hartman, is great.

The location is so central close to all of the great pocket districts like German Village and the Short North, and so easy to get around, either on foot or super quickly via car.

Its nice to be able to go out and essentially never leave the downtown area!”

“Why do I love working downtown? Because the sun is always shining here,” he says laughing. “There's lots of neat people, great restaurants and it's always interesting and fun, even when it does rain!”

“There's nothing better than going out downtown after a hard day working on High Street Neighborhoods Magazine. Whether that's grabbing a dog at Dirty Franks, a White Rascal at Little Palace, or the ridiculously good bacon at Jury Room, I can always find something great to quench my thirst or feed my appetite.”

May 20th - 31st Columbus Beerfest columbusbeerfest.org

- Lee Hirschhorn: Morningstar Storage

- Drue & Natalie Dixon Downtown Resident / Cutest Couple Ever

- Chris Hayes: Outlook Media Co Owner / Downtown Resident

June 3rd - 5th Columbus Arts Festival www.columbusartsfestival.org June 22nd - 26th Origins Game Fair www.originsgamefair.com 6/24, 7/8, 7/29, 8/5, 8/20 WaterFire www.waterfirecolumbus.com July 22nd - 24th Jazz & Rib Fest www.hotribscooljazz.org August 13th - 14th Festival Latino www.festivallatino.net

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“I really love living in the King Lincoln district. New surprises keep popping up in King Lincoln all the time. Come down and see our murals! They will put us on the map. Say ‘hello’ to the new Short North.”

“One of the reasons I love to work here is the people who come here - the friendliness of the community. And the other reason is the King Arts Complex, the Urban League, and the Lincoln Theater. All of that culture here.”

“King Lincoln has been my life.

My church is here, St. Paul A.M.E., the oldest African-American church in Columbus. And I am now Executive Director of the Community Property Development Organization, which is the non-profit arm of St. Paul.

So I volunteer here and have been here since 1999, since we first envisioned the project. I love King Lincoln. All of it.”

May 13th - 14th • 7:30p Thiossane West African Dance Institute

- Norzetta Bretz : The Gateway Health & Wellness Center

July/Aug Thurs • 6:30p - 9:30p Heritage Concert Series www.thekingartscomplex.com

- Kat Ellery - Henry Butcher Sr: Creole Kitchen

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May 21st • 8p - 1a The King Arts Complex 24th Anniversary GALA www.thekingartscomplex.com 6/4, 7/2, 8/6, 9/3 • 10:30a - 3:30p Jazz Brunch @ The Gateway Health and Wellness Center www.thegatewaycenter.info

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“Why do I live in Olde Towne East? It was the architecture that drew me in; you don't find that type of style and craftsmanship anymore. But then I grew to love the people. The community here is always trying to make this a great place to work and live, everyone is committed to making it better!”

“If I didn’t love the neighborhood, I wouldn’t have set up shop here. I really like the diversity of the people and the neighborhood here. It's fun, interesting and the community is so supportive.”

“When I want to play, I head to OTE. I like going to Carabar because they bring in alternative bands and the bartenders are awesome. I always run into my friends there! And right across the street is one of my favorite galleries - Chop Chop.”

Thursdays • 5:30p - 10p Cocktails at the Conservatory

- Vicki Hink: The Angry Baker Owner

- Matt Hickey: Olde Towne East Resident Core Fitness Owner

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- Robert Trautman: Traut Studio

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3rd Saturdays Art & Olde Towne www.oldetowneartsdistrict.com July 10th • 1p - 7p Summer Tour of Historic Homes www.oldetowneeast.org September 9th - 11th Hot Times Festival hottimesfestival.com

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“My son goes to school here, and my husband has a business in this area, so we literally live work and play in German Village. We love the diversity as far as exposure to people, culture and opportunities. St. Mary’s is the best fit for us because of the exposure to real world applications. I come home from work on Friday, park my car, and don’t have to use it again until Monday morning!”

“It’s great working in an area that’s so cool. You know, I’ve always liked the historic feel brick streets, the jolly Englishman down the street, the whole vibe. Oh, there’s a lot to do. But it’s still historical.”

“The Village is a great place to play because it’s all historical.

Everyone’s real proud and community-oriented.

Schwarzenegger was here like three times last year.

Where else can that happen?

And Thurman’s! If you come to German Village, you gotta have burgers and beer.”

May 14th • 8a – 3p Village Valuables germanvillage.com

- Brian Phillips: CD101@ 102.5 DJ

- Jared Ard: Schmidt’s Employee

May 25th CD101 Low Dough Show: Portugal. The Man @ Outland www.cd101.com June 26th • 9a - 6p The 52nd Annual Haus & Garten Tour www.germanvillage.com Aug 4th - Sep 4th • 8p The Actors’ Theatre of Columbus:

Oedipus Rex www.theactorstheatre.org

- Kim Philips: GV Resident / Super Mom

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“We really like Merion Village because it's so easy to walk to anything I need. There's lots of parks, restaurants, and all of our friends live close by. We rarely leave this zip code!”

“The best part of working on the South Side is the people.

Working in Merion Village, we meet a lot of awesome people! There’s no parking, but the scenery is nice.”

“It’s great working in the Village because you can play here too. We’re so close to Schiller Park. On a nice spring day, we love to go there for lunch.”

May 7th • 9a - 3p Merion Village Community Yard Sale www.merionvillage.org

- Anna & Todd Parker: Merion Village Residents / Poison Impersonators

- Deanna Thompson & Shannon Rhoden: German Village Coffee Shop

- Debbie Kinser: Caskey’s Dry Cleaning

June 11th • at dusk Movie at Moeller Park www.merionvillage.org July 10th • 10a - 4p Merion Village Garden Tour www.merionvillage.org August 13th MVA Annual Block Party www.merionvillage.org

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Worthington Plant Fest @ Historic Downtown Olde Worthington Business District, Intersection of Routes 161 and 23, Worthington, www.owba.net: Celebrate Worthington’s return of the gardening season by stocking up on flowers, vegetables, herbs and decorative plants to enhance local landscapes. 9a-4p; free.

Mamapalooza Columbus Spring Festival 2011@ WholeKids Pediatrics & Yoga, 1335 Dublin Rd, www.mamapalooza.com: This fun, mom-centered, family-friendly fest, is an indoor-outdoor party. The first 100 moms through the gate will receive a reusable environmentally friendly bag full of goodies, coupons and more! 12-6p; $1$10.

2nd Annual Columbus Beerfest! @ Columbus Convention Center, 400 N High St, www.columbusbeerfest.com: Join over 4500 other beer fans to sample over 175 craft beers from down the street and around the country! Live Bands! $30-65.

Asian Festival @ Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E Broad St, asian-festival.org: A week-long celebration with festivities showcasing the cultural heritage of 15 Asian communities. Experience hands-on art demonstrations, interactive dance performances, Asian music, Tai Chi, martial arts workshops, Asian games and Asian cuisine. 10a-9p; free!

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May 30-June 5

June 3-5

June 4

Marcon @ Hyatt Regency, Nationwide Blvd & High St, marcon.org: The Midwest’s premier fantasy & science fiction convention features something for everyone from art, costuming, filk and gaming to literary, media, science and video, plus children’s programs, an art show, and a dance and masquerade. A dealer’s room is set aside for those wishing to expand collections. Free.

The Memorial Tournament @ Muirfield Village Golf Club, Memorial Dr, Dublin, thememorialtournament.com: Come watch the stars come out when the world’s best golfers come to Dublin, Ohio for the internationally celebrated PGA Memorial Golf Tournament. 8a-5p; $35$315.

Columbus Arts Festival @ Discovery District, www.columbusartsfestival.org: The city’s welcome-to-summer event, pairing the finest artists and craftspeople with continuous entertainment including hands-on art activities, musical performances and food from the area’s finest restaurants. Fri/Sat 11:30a10p, Sun 11:30a-6p; free.

Move to Make it Happen Festival and 5K @ Goodale Park, www.addohio.org:This festival is to celebrate the accomplishments of individuals with developmental disabilities. Please join us for a fun-filled day of food, vendors, live entertainment, music, health/wellness information and children’s activities. Registration 9:30a, 5k 10:30a, festival 12-3p; free.

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Park Street Festival @ Park Street, Arena District, www.parkstreetfest.com: Entertainment, family fun, live music, face painting, games, and and great food including a Kids’ Fair featuring children’s book signing by Mike Vrabel of the Kansas City Chiefs. Fri 5p, Sat 3p.

Granville Art Affair & Wine Festival @ Great Lawn of the Bryn Du Mansion, 537 Jones Rd., Granville, www.granvilleartaffair.com: Over 100 artists, fine food, live musical entertainment, kids activity tent, wine and food samples from Central Ohio restaurants.

Sat 10a-6p, Sun 11a-5p; free.

Juneteenth Ohio Festival @ Franklin Park, 1755 East Broad St, ww.juneteenthohio.net: Three full days of fun, music, food, and entertainment at Franklin Park in Columbus Ohio! Fri 11a-9:30p, Sat 11a-10p, Sun 11a-9p.

Pride Holiday @ Goodale Park, www.columbuspride.org: GLBT pride parade, festival and brunch. Festival runs friday & Sat. Parade is 12p Sat from downtown to Goodale.

Ride the outlook Ferris Wheel.

Pride closes with Sunday Brunch at The Columbus Athenaeum. Fri 3p-11p; Sat 10a-8p; $10 /Sun 11a; $35.

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July 1

July 8-10

July 27-Aug 7

Comfest @ Goodale Park, www.comfest.com : A favorite of locals, ComFest is a free festival of juried music, food and art that promotes unity.

Concerts start around noon daily. Fri 12p-11p, Sat 12p10p, Sun 12p-7p; free.

The 31st Red White and BOOM! @ downtown riverfront, redwhiteandboom.org: The biggest and best Independence Day fireworks celebration in the Midwest. Enjoy great food, live music and fireworks. 10a-12a; free.

6th Annual North Market Food & Ohio Wine Festival @ North Market, 59 Spruce St, www.northmarket.com: Come sip, savor and cultivate your appreciation for Ohio wines. A weekend celebration of Ohio’s finest wines and great foods to pair with them. .

Fri 7p-10p, Sat 12p-7p, Sun 12p-6p; $5.

158th Ohio State Fair @ Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Ave, ohiostatefair.com: Enjoy educational exhibits and displays, sporting competitions, a fine arts show, free stages with hypnotists, magicians and kids’ entertainment, a farm animal delivery room, helicopter rides, and much more! 9a-10p Mon-Sun; $8-$10.

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Dublin Irish Festival @ Coffman Park, Dublin, dublinirishfestival.org: 7 stages featuring Irish music & dance, storytelling, folklore, music and hands-on workshops.

Shop the Irish Marketplace for traditional Irish wares and an Emerald Arts Isle featuring handmade Irish arts. Sample an endless variety of Irish food and drink. Fri 4p-12a, Sat 11a-12a, Sun 11a-9p; $7-$10.

Festival Latino @ Washington Blvd, festivallatino.net: Celebrate family and community with a day of children’s activities, music, food and dance from the heart of Latin America. 11a-8p; free.

All Ohio Balloon Fest @ Union County Airport, 760 Clymer Road (just off Industrial Parkway), Marysville, www.allohioballoonfest.com: Two nights of fun with live entertainment including The Websters and The Reaganomics.

See the hot air balloon launch and Balloon Glow! The Kids can enjoy Kid City with a climbing wall, jumpies and more! 6p-10p; $5.

Columbus Wine Festival @ Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E Broad St, www.columbuswinefestival.com: Set within the 88 acres of Franklin Park, the event offers a variety of tastings, food & wine education, cooking demonstrations by local chefs and live musical entertainment in a fabulous outdoor setting.

Fri 4p-10p, Sat 3p-9p; $27-$35.

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Greek Festival @ Greek Cathedral, 555 N High St, greekcathedral.com: This popular end-of-the-summer event features traditional dancing, music and authentic Greek fare including freshly baked baklava. Take a tour of the cathedral to learn how it was painstakingly decorated by hand. 11a-12a; $4-$5.

Independent’s Festival @ Gay St and Pearl Alley Downtown, thisindependent.com: Independents’ Day is a simultaneous effort by active and creative people of Columbus to display their talents and abilities. An all-for-1, 1-for-all mentality culminates into a daylong explosion of creative spirit. It includes live painting and music, and a marketplace with more than 200 booths. 12p-12a, free.

46th Annual Columbus Oktoberfest @ Ohio Expo Center, 17th St & I-71, columbusoktoberfest.com: Come celebrate your German side at this heritage fest featuring art, entertainment, and of course plenty of beer and food. Fri 5p-12a, Sat 12p-12a, Sun 12p-8p; free.

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Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 168 E Lincoln St, www.columbusitalianfestival.com: Celebrating Italian-American culture. Enjoy live entertainment, open-air markets, Italian dancing, children's area and plenty of fabulous Italian food. Fri 5p-11p, Sat 12p-11p, Sun 12p-8p; $5.

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Deer Creek Lodge and Conference Center With gas escalating to more than four dollars a gallon and a still lethargic economy, this summer may not be the best time to travel hundreds of miles to a resort destination. I recommend instead a stay at Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, located in Pickaway County less than a oneTravel writer hour drive from downtown Aaron Leventhal Columbus. Some good friends and I recently enjoyed a relaxing stay at the lodge and discovered that it’s ideal for a weekday or weekend getaway.

Deer Creek Lodge is situated in the heart of the 3,100acre Deer Creek State Park, once home to nomadic Indian tribes that hunted and gathered plants along the banks of the creek and in the surrounding lush meadows and dense woodlands. Today the region is filled with rich farmland and, thanks to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the creek was dammed in the early 1970s to create Deer Creek Lake.

Built in 1981, the lodge, operated by Xanterra Parks and Resorts, has 110 guest rooms, all with balconies overlooking the lake or woodlands. There also are 25 spacious, two-bedroom cottages, each with fully equipped kitchen, bedding and linens, full bath, living room, charcoal grill and screened-in porch.

Park Lodge. Ben is celebrating 10 years as chef at the state park lodges, overseeing the culinary needs of the lodge and conference center and regularly creating new menu selections.

Recent additions to the menu include a 14-ounce rib eye steak topped with blue cheese butter, vegetable lo mein with teriyaki sauce and batter-fried cod fillet with homemade hush puppies.

He also supervises Harding’s Lounge, with a selection of sandwiches, oven-baked pizzas, full-service bar and large-screen TV, open daily at 5 p.m.

Rafter’s Restaurant overlooking Deer Creek Lake in the lodge.

Outdoor activities range from Getting There. Take I 70-S to exit 84, left on Route 56 hiking and swimming to tennis and horseback riding. into Mt. Sterling, left on Route 207 to Yankeetown The park has eight miles of nature trails with a 1.2 mile Road, turn left and follow the signs to the lodge at mountain bike trail and 15 miles of bridle trails. (Horses 22300 State Park Rd., Mt. Sterling, Ohio. are available at Paint Creek Stables, 740-437-7325.)

The lake has a marina with two boat ramps and boat High Street Summer Special. Mention this offer with rentals. Fishing is permitted with an Ohio fishing the code word “BOUNCE” for a special lodge rate of license, which can be purchased at the marina. There $79 per night, plus tax, Sunday-Thursday. Offer is a 1,700-foot sandy swimming beach across from the expires Aug. 31, 2011. For information and lodge. The lodge has a large outdoor swimming pool, reservations, call 740-869-2020. snack bar, putting green, shuffleboard, lighted tennis www. deercreekstateparklodge.com courts, horseshoes, volleyball and basketball courts and softball field.

According to general Deer Creek Golf Course was manager Jeff Harper, “Our designed by legendary course facility is also excellent for architect Jack Kidwell. Paul business meetings, weddings Newman, PGA pro and course and family reunions. Our manager, says that the 350-acre, 18summer program is now in hole championship course has the full swing with a naturalist on best greens in Central Ohio. “You can staff, bike rentals, outdoor play our course in less than four hours pool and a new geo-caching on a weekend for $40 greens fees GPS unit that creates a including cart.” The course is long magical treasure hunt around Travelwriter Aaron Leventhal with his buddies, and challenging, with the back tees the grounds enabling our Ernie Hartong, Wayne Owens and Will Logan. set at 7,119 yards and the white tees guests to experience an oldat 6,605 yards. It has been voted Best fashioned, fun-packed scavenger hunt and win great State Park Golf Course for eight consecutive years. prizes.”

Indoor activities are fine when the weather turns Rafters Restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch inclement. Amenities include a large indoor pool with hot and dinner under the able direction of executive chef tub, fitness center with weight room and a game room with Ben Theis. I had the pleasure of meeting him in 2006 pool tables, ping pong and video arcade games. when I was writing a travel feature on Mohican State

Deer Creek Lodge Golf & Poker Getaway If it was good enough for President Warren G. Harding to play poker with his cronies at Deer Creek, it’s good enough for you.

Friday, Saturday, Aug. 11 & 12 Organized by travel writer Aaron Leventhal Enjoy a great time at great value with excellent networking opportunities.

Getaway includes: • Golf, 18-hole round Fri., tee times 10am - 1pm, Sat. morning Scramble with great prizes • Texas Hold’em Tournament Friday night • Buffet-style dinner, lunch and breakfast • Lodge or cottage accommodations Friday night • Use of all facilities until Saturday, 5 p.m.

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