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YOUR GOOFY GRASSROOTS GUIDEBOOK TO COLUMBUS! Vol 2 • Issue 1

This issue’s Tour Guides: • michael s. Brown • alisa caton • Johnny diloretto • nick Frye • cheryl harrison • ryan kovalaske • erin mccalla • Tommy mcclure • chet ridenour • Joe vargo • Bob vitale • Josh Weiker • ayana Wilson

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NORTH BY NORTHWEST September 28 - October 4 Nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Screenplay After Madison Avenue advertising executive Roger Thornhill (Cary Grant) is mistaken for a government agent, he is kidnapped and interrogated by foreign spy Phillip Vandamm (James Mason). After an unsuccessful attempt to eliminate Thornhill, Vandamm frames him for murder. Now a hunted man, Thornhill tries to escape on a train, where he meets the beautiful Eve Kendall (Eva Marie Saint). Eve helps him hide from the police--but is she as innocent as she seems?

VERTIGO October 5 - 11 Nominated for two Academy Awards This adaptation of the French novel Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;entre les morts weaves an intricate web of obsession and deceit. It opens as 6FRWWLH )HUJXVRQ -DPHV 6WHZDUW UHDOL]HV KH KDV YHUWLJR D FRQGLWLRQ UHVXOWLQJ LQ D IHDU RI KHLJKWV ZKHQ D SROLFH RIĂ&#x20AC;FHU is killed trying to rescue him from falling off a building. Scottie then retires from his position as a private investigator, only to be lured into another case by his old college friend, Gavin Elster (Tom Helmore).

THE BIRDS October 12 - 18 Nominated for an Academy Award in Special Visual Effects Based on the 1952 novella THE BIRDS by Daphne du Maurier. The story begins in a San Francisco pet shop and culminates at a house in Bodega Bay, where the charactersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sense of security is slowly eroded by the curious behavior of the birds in the area. Things take a truly ugly turn when hundreds of birds converge on a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s party. Once the onslaught begins, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s virtually no letup.

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PSYCHO October 26 - November 1 Nominated for four Academy Awards including Best Cinematography and Best Director Marion Crane (Janet Leigh) is unhappy in her job and frustrated in her romance with hardware store manager Sam Loomis (John Gavin). One afternoon, Marion is given $40,000 in cash to be deposited in the bank. Minutes later, impulse has taken over and Marion takes off with the cash, hoping to leave Phoenix for good and start a new life. Thirty-six hours later, paranoia and exhaustion have started to set in, and Marion decides to stop for the night at the %DWHV 0RWHO 7KH QHUYRXV EXW SHUVRQDEOH LQQNHHSHU 1RUPDQ %DWHV $QWKRQ\ 3HUNLQV FKHHUIXOO\ PHQWLRQV WKDW VKHÂˇV WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW JXHVW LQ ZHHNV

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Oh, How We’ve Changed...

in our concepts.

My niece moved to Columbus last fall, and sometimes I think she already knows this town better than I do.

I’ve seen those changes, too, and I’ve been here for less than a decade.

no longer orbits a German Village-to-Clintonville axis, and we’re going to prove it. We’re going to a different community each quarter and taking a look around with someone who knows it well. First stop: Westerville, where the 2006 end of a 127-year-old alcohol ban has brought new life to a picturesque Uptown district. A few highway exits short of Polaris, you can sip locally made wine, grab some good Thai, enjoy fine chocolates and buy enough cool tchotkes to fill a dozen Liz Lessner restaurants.

I remember a Sbarro and a burger joint at City Center when I first came to Columbus for a two-day tryout at The Dispatch in 2004. There was an Au Bon Pain next door, a cafeteria at the Courthouse and not much else to choose from. By the time I hope this quarter’s edition of I left my Downtown job last fall, Live Local! Columbus helps we’d rotate lunches between guide Jessica and you as you Market 65, Tip Top, Si Senor, El explore central Ohio. Whether Arapazo, Caffe Daniela, Exploryou’ve lived here six months ers Club, Double Happiness and Bill Morgan, an Uptown jewelry maker who bought the first like my niece, nine years like I other innovative places. legal beer in Westerville since have, or a lifetime like Cameron Live Local! writers also are of- the Rutherford B. Hayes adminMitchell, who chats with istration, was my guide for your fering up suggestions in this Johnny DiLoretto on Page 30, guide to Uptown Westerville. It’s our writers are on a mission to issue for everything from winon Page 28. tertime cocktails (Page 6) to share what’s new, what’s new spring fashions (Page 14). Mike to you, or what’s familiar, beloved and totally unique about Brown reviews the latest Down- As you live locally over the comtown housing plans on Page 20, ing months, let this issue of the home we share. and Chet Ridenour takes a look Live Local! Columbus be your guide. We’ll see you again in the Mitchell, the man credited with at groups that socialize over spring. elevating the restaurant scene cocktails on Page18 in what was once considered a Bob Vitale meat-and-potatoes town, says he I hope you’ll enjoy a new feaEditor-inhas seen big changes in the 20 ture we’re introducing in this Chief years since he entered the busi- edition. ness. We have more variety on our menus and more creativity We think cool and hip and local She’s on an adventure — working hard, to be sure, but also brunching, shopping, dining, partying, playing, participating, tailgating, volunteering and most of all, exploring.

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Till Dynamic Fare:

Nature & Nurture When we use the term dynamic, it often refers to something outrageous, forwardthinking and downright enticing. It’s the perfect word to describe the food and atmosphere at Till Dynamic Fare, the artisanal spinoff of Dragonfly Neo-V Restaurant. It brings biodynamic produce together with restraint in the kitchen to produce food that’s mouth-watering and gratifying. Located in an offthe-beaten-path King Avenue gallery space that makes you feel as if you could be somewhere sipping in Soho, Till (as the locals call it) has a regular clientele that’s just as diverse. That’s the smallest thing about what makes this place so cool. First off, chef and owner Magdiale Wolmark is a Pfeiffer Center-trained agriculturist who believes whole-heartedly in biodynamic farming. That leads him to grow a lot of his own ingredients and also to source locally so he can personally assess the credibility of the techniques and the attitudes of the farmers. Biodynamic farming is a holistic approach that considers the farm as an individual to be treated with respect and extreme care. In many ways it’s the godfather of organic agriculture. The farms are self-contained and self-sustaining, and animal compassion is as important as tilling the soil. Female cows aren’t dehorned, so the flavor of both milk and meat is rich and authentic. There are rigorous standards and certifications, and Wolmark insists on visiting each site, driving up to six hours at a time to get the beef for what he calls the best burger in the city. And it just might be. The BD Burger is succulent and tastes exactly the way all

those burger joints wished their burgers tasted: like real, fresh beef, no additives, no frills. The beautiby Ayana Wilso ful, rich n meat is mildly grassy and even a little sweet, and I dare you to take a first bite that doesn’t result in delightful juices running down through your fingers. It’s served on a housemade roll with roasted red peppers that taste like smoky candy, thinly sliced local onion, and from-scratch aioli that’s simultaneously creamy and buoyant. This burger will make you rethink what a burger in this town could, and should, taste like, and Wolmark makes no apologies for that. His first priority is nutrition, ignoring expressions like “health food,” which he doesn’t believe in. He thinks all food should, and could, be health food – even meat. “Restaurant means ‘to restore’ … and I wouldn’t be doing my job if I wasn’t nurturing people with my food. It’s more than just an eating experience, it’s one that (thinks about) how to be nurturing with the food you eat,” he said. So if you’re a local looking for a place to get a sandwich and a beer in the middle

of the week, or an urbanite looking for a trendy dining experience on the weekend, Till is the kind of spot you want to find. It’s important to the chef that his menu is accessible and adventurous, so pig tails and escargot find a home next to vegetable stews and mac ’n’ cheese. Elegant cocktails are just as popular as the cabernet on tap. Case in point: the Hops & Dreams, a luscious concoction that utilizes Ballantine Scotch, Lillet Rouge (a distant cousin of Campari) and beer. For those who’ve ever had a glass of sorrel, this is its wicked — and much more fun — older sister. If you haven’t, you should just go in and try one and let your mind be blown, because much like the chef here, bartender Adam takes his time to carefully craft every drink using only the best elements to thrill your palate. Wolmark has been at this spot in the southern end of the University District for some 10 years now, and he’s not planning to go anywhere soon. “It’s a feeling I have about this place … and in business. I go a lot on feeling,” he said.

January, and it will continue to be a trendsetter in the Columbus food scene for the foreseeable future. Its somewhat remote location perfectly mirrors what you’ll find there: a restaurant with cuisine that’s just a little off the path more frequently traveled. But it’s also inviting, and sometimes challenging, nonetheless. It’s the best possible metamorphosis Dragonfly could have taken, and we wait with bated breath for the next stage in this delicious evolution.

Go! Till Dynamic Fare 247 King Ave , University D istrict 614.298.9986 tillfare.com

Hours: Mon-F ri 11am-midn ight, Sat 9 am midnight, Sun 9am-9pm Brunch: Sat-Su n 9am-3pm Happy hours: Mon-Fri 4pm6pm

Till Dynamic Fare celebrated one year in

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The next few months are going to be cold. We live in Ohio and it’s winter, so there’s no point being surprised or complaining about it. But bartenders and mixologists around Columbus are helping to make the best of the cold season with original cocktails that will warm your heart, throat and, uh, liver. Let’s check out a few of the hottest drinks around Columbus. Cider You can’t get much more local than the Hot Dickens Cider from Knead Urban Diner, made with Watershed Bourbon, Ohio apple cider and Saigon cinnamon simple syrup.

Lindey’s has a Spanish Cappucino with Kahlua, espresso, steamed milk and cinnamon, as well as the Cafe Lindey’s, made with Tia Maria, Kahlua, Baileys and fresh brewed coffee. Other Hot Favorites

Tip Top Kitchen and Cocktails has a signature Stoli Karamel Apple with warm spiced cider and a shot of Salted Karamel vodka.

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The 44 Cider from Barrel 44 is made with bourbon, butterscotch schnapps and cinnamon-steeped Ohio apple cider for heat and sweet. Coffee Mojoe Lounge has a Nutty Irishmen as well, in addition to the Turtle, which is made with Baileys, Kahlua, Buttershots, hot coffee and topped with whipped cream.

At-Home Bartender I asked two of the best bartenders in town to share a favorite recipe for your DIY hot drinking pleasure. Mitchell Thompson, Head Bartender at Taj Bar

Cris Dehalvi, Head Bartender at M

Manitoba 3 oz. Watershed Bourbon ½ oz. brown sugar and apple cider simple syrup (this I make at home by simmering 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 cup of apple cider)

Hot Toddy 1½ oz. Jameson Gold Irish whiskey ¼ oz. Grand Marnier 3 oz. brewed Earl Grey tea 1 oz. Mockingbird Meadows Citrus Zing honey ¼ oz. fresh lemon juice

Heat a cocktail glass by filling it with steaming hot water and allowing it to sit. Heat the above ingredients, empty the cocktail glass of the hot water and pour the ingredients into the warm glass. Garnish with a cherry and serve.

Build all in glass mug, stir well, garnish with cinnamon stick.

Taj Bar serves a Hot Honey Mate that will warm you up with Yerba Mate tea, Barenjager Honey Liqueur and a squeeze of lemon served in a warm glass with a lemon garnish. For something sweeter, M has a rich hot chocolate with a touch of green chartreuse and cognac, served with freshly whipped cream on top and chocolate shavings. Cheryl Harrison is the editor of DrinkUpColumbus.com, a site dedicated to the latest news and reviews about breweries, bars, spirits, wine and events in Columbus. You can follow her on Twitter @CherylHarrison.

Go! •Knead Urban Diner: 505 N High St, 614.228.6323, kneadonhigh.com; hours: Tue-Thu 11a-3p and 5p-10p, Fri 11a-3p and 5p-11p, Sat 10a-2p and 5p-11p, Sun 10a-2p, Mon closed •Tip Top Kitchen and Cocktails: 73 E Gay St, 614.221.8300, tiptopcolumbus.com; hours: 11a-2a every day •Barrel 44 Short North: 1120 N High St, 614.294.2277, barrel44.com; hours: Mon-Fri/Sun 4p-2:30a, Sat 11:30a-2:30a •Mojoe Lounge: Short North, Downtown, German Village, Easton and Port Columbus, mojoelounge.com •Lindey’s: 169 E Beck St, 614.228.4343, lindeys.com; hours: MonThu/Sun 11a-10p, Fri-Sat 11a-11p •Taj Bar: 2321 N High St, 614.299.7990, tajmahalcolumbus.com; hours: Tue-Thu 11:30a-2p and 5p-9:30p, Fri-Sat 11:30a-2p and 5p10p, Sun 11:30a-2p and 5p-9p, Mon closed •M at Miranova: 2 Miranova Pl, 614.629.0000, matmiranova.com; hours: Mon-Thu 5p-10p, Fri-Sat 5p-11p, Sun closed

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There’s a Map for That Six years ago, I stumbled on Anne Holman’s Etsy site where she sells jewelry that incorporates antique maps.

Photos by Brandon Jones Photography

tinues to make today. It also includes rings, charms, tuxedo studs, earrings and pins.

I saw really inBut Holman’s interesting handterest in maps crafted necklaces and antiques and cufflinks of was born long Paris, Rome, New before 2004. York. My sister had just returned “Had I not home from living in become an a England, and I artist, I l l McCa n i r E thought she might would have by like to wear Stoke-onlikely become an Trent — the city where archaeologist. My uncle was an arshe studied — close to her heart. chaeologist for the Smithsonian, and my great-grandmother was an A custom piece was an option, but assistant to a cartographer in Washwould Holman be able to find a map ington, D.C. at the turn of the cenof the odd little town? My query tury. So I like to think of myself as was soon answered: “I am happy to giving new life to these things that say that I have several maps of are part of my history and continuStoke-on-Trent. If you order by the ing my family story along with mak15th, I can have it ready for ing jewelry that tells the story of Christmas for you!” other peoples’ lives and families,” she said. To this day, it is my sister’s favorite gift I’ve ever given her. She owns dozens and dozens of antique maps and atlases, all dating Holman’s Antique Map Jewelry line back to the late 1800s and early originated from a sculptural instal- 1900s. It all started with a yardlation she made for a gallery show sale purchase, and the search has in 2004 titled, “Inheritance.” It was been ongoing: “I look all over the a collection of almost 50 necklaces, place for them, but I have found each containing a sample of soil each one myself in some dusty corfrom locations that held some signif- ner, nearly forgotten.” icance to her family and friends. The Eastern European towns are She sealed each in a glass vial, and among the more challenging locahand-made sterling bands and caps tions to find, as borders and documented the latitude and longispellings have changed because of tude from where it was collected. politics or war. The top of each was a bezel setting featuring an antique map of the lo- “I have learned so much in recation. searching the history of different towns. I’m sure most people don’t This evolved into more wearable realize what goes into locating necklaces and cufflinks and grew each place,” Holman said. “There is into the full line of jewelry she con- a story and soul behind what I am

making, and the reason I designed this line of jewelry was one that was truly genuine and meant quite a lot to me and the people who inspired them.” She has made so many custom pieces that is has been hard to keep track of all the cities: “I used to keep a big map in my studio that I pinned all the locations from which I had made a piece of jewelry until I moved my studio and had to take it down. It was getting pretty full!” Holman’s jewelry is made sustainably in her Columbus studio. She is committed to a green studio practice, designing and fabricating settings one-by-one with certified recycled sterling silver. She also teaches undergraduate metals and jewelry classes at Columbus College of Art & Design. Not into maps, but appreciate true heirloom quality? She has other lines as well, including jewelry set with reclaimed glass from early 1900s costume jewelry, and ecofriendly wedding bands made from certified recycled precious metals.

Go! You can find Ann Holman’s work at the following locations: Online stores: anneholman.com, anneholman.etsy.com Celebrate Local (Easton): 4030 The Strand E, 614.245.0241, celebratelocal.wordpress.com Wholly Craft: 3169 N High St, 614.447.3445, whollycraft.net Argo & Lehne Jewelers: 3100 Tremont Rd (Upper Arlington), 614.457.6261, argolehne.com Columbus Historical Society: columbushistory.org Tigertree: 787 N High St, 614.299.2660, shoptigertree.com

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… And Now, for Something Completely Different Enjoy the exquisite musical architecture: crescendos and decrescendos, cataclysmic changes in the structure and direction. Sure, it’s everything you’d expect from an orchestra and classical music, but witnessing it live There are plenty of other musical options, in- is a whole new experience. This is true cluding one that might be a bit off your radar strength of sound, accurately coordinated to be unanimously unbalanced from the highs when you’re pondering the local music to the lows (or inversely so), all of which menu. We’re talking about local orchestras only seem to be in place in order to jostle and fine arts music “scene.” your most curious and lingering abstract thoughts. Although there are a number of ensembles performing at concert halls and college camImagine the level at which the minds of puses across central Ohio, here are two to start you off: Promusica Chamber Orchestra these composers were functioning to create such massively incorporated yet elaborately and City Music Columbus. detailed compositions. It was best (para)phrased by Prince Franz Joseph von PrOMuSiCa ChaMber OrCheSTra This local group usually performs in the gor- Lobkowitz at the premier of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony when he said, “Ugh, dude, geous Southern Theatre, Downtown. While it’s just sooo gnarly.” it’s probably exactly what you’d imagine a classical orchestra to look like, it’s Promusica’s sound that goes far beyond any stereo- The Promusica Chamber Orchestra 2012-13 Season runs through May, so you have typical expectations. plenty of opportunities to experience this lovely little fancy slice of Columbus. Pull out As far as the musical selection, of course there are the titans: Mozart, Beethoven and that spiffy outfit, get a date, grab some (local!) grub before the show, enjoy the Bach, but some of my favorites include Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky and music, then post-concert cocktails. Trust me, it’s the perfect menu for a classy evening out during the really intense times, even some Rachmaninoff. Maybe I’ve lost you on some on the town. of the names, but I assure you Promusica plays an amazing variety of incredible classi- CiTy MuSiC COLuMbuS City Music Columbus is a locally based group cal music. that brings incredible world music to central So you say the bars and late nights aren’t really your thing, or maybe you just need a break from the blaring loud music and crowded shoulder-to-shoulder shows.

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Ohio. The 2013 season features the styles of Native American, Israeli, Indian, Eastern European, American jazz and opera music. These concerts are either hosted at the Lincoln Theatre in the KingLincoln District or at the Via Vecchia Winery in the Brewery District.

In November, I had the pleasure of catching the fascinating flamenco finger-picking Israeli-born guitarist, David Broza. His first song began with a beautiful, elaborate acoustic intro, and then he started to sing … in Hebrew. Being a non-speaker, it was a bit odd at first. I had no idea what he was singing about, and it really distracted me from paying attention to his music. Then after his first song, he assured the audience, “If you don’t know what I’m saying, just assume that I’m singing about love.” It was funny for one, but it really and more importantly was an effective way of telling my brain to get over the language barrier. With my newfound clarity, I was ready and able to enjoy some world music. There were no bells and whistles here, no flashy lights or smoke machines, just one man sitting on a very well-lit stage with his guitar. He played a tremendous variety of styles and sang in a language that I do not speak nor even remotely understand. I found myself enthralled despite and also within my lack of understanding. After a few songs, you

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honed in on the passion and progressive design of the music at every moment. The City Music Columbus shows are a bit more laid-back and comfortable, which is great when you want to find some good music but don’t feel like getting super dressed up to go out. Also, the group brings in individual acts for every show, so every concert has a completely unique feel. The City Music Columbus 2012-13 Season began in October and runs through April.

Go! ProMusica Chamber Orchestra: 614.464.0066, promusicacolumbus.org City Music Columbus: 614.223.3093, citymusiccolumbus.com Southern Theatre: 21 E Main St, 614.340.1896, capa.com/venues/southern-theatre Lincoln Theatre: 769 E Long St, 614.384.5640, capa.com/venues/Lincoln-theatre Via Vecchia Winery: 485 S Front St, 614.893.5455, viavecchiawinery.com

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just happens organically. by Nick Everyone Frye knows where they need to fit within the music, and by jamming the songs out we can easily figure out who needs to do what or what needs to change. The important part to us is that we keep writing together as a whole,” Horn said.

Andy Dodson, who produced the band’s first album (Inner Animals), had been in contact with Jerry DePizzo (O.A.R.) and asked if he would be into working with the group. He quickly agreed. DePizzo then brought in Mike Landolt, who produced Maroon 5’s Songs About Jane.

“We were so lucky to have these guys helping us along the way. We had been playing these songs for so long, so it was nice to Karate Coyote’s first shows were played at have that exchange of ideas between proThe five members have released their self- the Tree Bar, the venue Ryan says played a ducers and songwriters,” Vescelius said. “Jerry and Mike would listen to the songs, vital role in shaping the band. They had titled, sophomore album. They recently opened up for acts Matt & Kim and Spoon some of their best and not-so-great shows and if they weren’t thrilled with a part of one song, they would recommend different there. at the LC, and their single, “Ride on Pegaideas or sounds to try out until it sounded sus,” has been featured on CD102.5 during right.” “I remember being yelled at by the manrotation. ager for acting like a rock star and not Brian Lucey, who worked with the Black showing up until 8pm,” Horn said. They’re clearly doing something right. Keys and the Shins, mastered the album in the end to give it a radio-quality sound. House parties were another part of the Ryan Horn (guitar/lead vocals) and Eric Vescelius (lead guitar/vocals) met while at- band’s growth, learning to perform with people partying hard not more than a foot The sound of the album has an ’80s undertending Ohio University and teamed up away, knocking brand new keyboards over tone with clean, muted guitars and synth with Eric’s old high school mates, Nic above focused drums driving the songs and getting a bit too close for (sweaty) Jados (bass) and Ted Bigham (drums) in June of 2007 after moving back to Colum- comfort. Those kinds of experiences aren’t tastefully. The album also incorporates bus post-college. The band was starting to always fun, but they’re in a way essential newer, vibrant sounds and layered vocals that are akin to artists like Metric and Two to becoming a tight band with stories to take form. Door Cinema Club. tell. Nic’s sister, Kendra (keyboard/vocals), There are hardly any “album songs” in the joined the group several months later, and “One party became so insane that we mix (songs that wouldn’t necessarily be things finally clicked. They have a variety ended up just having to end the set short considered hits). There are simply and pack up.” of influences, such as the Pixies, Broken hooks after hooks that make the Social Scene, Interpol and the Talking record easy to listen to without skipKarate Coyote’s new album is a collection Heads. You can hear bits and pieces of of girl-boy pop music that undoubtedly will ping tracks (listen to the chorus of those bands in their songs. excite listeners of various genres, flavored “Cat-O-Pillar” and you’ll know what I mean). It takes a certain chemistry to have a suc- with tasteful guitar licks and a tightercessful band, and these guys certainly have than-ever rhythm section that would make Not only are the songs catchy, but the that advantage. “The song writing process Ric Ocasek from The Cars proud. Karate Coyote has come a long way from playing reckless house parties and hole-inthe-wall bars.

layered harmonies and backing vocals are the icing on the cake. When the group balances the vocals with the rest of the instrumentation, though intricate in design, it comes together seamlessly and packs a heavy punch. Karate Coyote has been through the initiation trials of the music scene with its history of playing for the reckless, but the band’s sound has grown through the years. They’ve been rewarded with being one of Columbus’ top bands, and they enjoy a supportive fan base. Take a moment to sit and listen to the music and lyrics and find out what these guys and gal have been through, and who they are. The next step for the group is to find management so they can take some of the weight off their shoulders from doing the dirty work that comes with being a band (booking, press kits, websites) and focus on writing and playing.

Go! Karate Coyote is scheduled to play Feb 9 at the Ohio Union during BuckeyeThon, an OSU fundraiser for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Visit buckeyethon.osu.edu for more information about the two-day event, Feb 8-9. You can listen to samples of Karate Coyote, learn more about the band, and purchase its music and merchandise at www.karatecoyote.com. The band’s music also is available on iTunes.

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Spring is in the Air, So Let’s Play! It’s time to put away your trendy winter coats and fashionably warm boots - including those Uggs that you refuse to leave in 2010. If you haven’t noticed, department stores and boutiques are clearing out all fall/winter looks and making room for spring lines. Spring trends for 2013 will wake up your inner fashionista or fashionisto that’s been hibernating during the heavy snow season Mother Nature so generously gifted us.

Supermodel Naomi’s Short North Adventure On a bright sunny day, supermodel Naomi is walking through the oh-so fabulous Short North. Every sidewalk and cobblestone alley is her runway. The servers at Level Dining Lounge stop and stare out the window as this heeled beauty glides across the sidewalks, effortlessly avoiding the large cracks that have been the demise of many. With her Givenchy Pansy Print Silk Clutch from Jinny in hand, she comes to a sudden halt between the entries of Rowe Boutique and Lady Bird Boutique. Which should she enter?

To wake your fashion senses, let’s play a game. When I was young, I loved reading those Choose Your Own Adventure game books, where you decided the fate of the character by choosing which path to take or 1. Rowe: Move forward to Scenario A. which page to read. The book would have 2. Lady Bird: Move forward to Scenario B. three or more different endings depending on which path you took your character. Scenario A As Naomi enters into Rowe, her eyes diLet’s put a fashion twist on this and have rectly go to a beautiful yet simple blue some fun! Let’s see if you can survive the romper on display, by Dolce Vita. Naomi has fashion drama unfolding below... been searching for the perfect outfit for her

vacation later in the month. Without any hesitation, Naomi purchases the piece and continues her journey in the Short North. Go to Scenario C. Scenario B As Naomi enters Lady Bird, the reflecting light from two golden machine-gun images on an oversized tank catches her eye. Could it be that she’s found the same shirt that country music star Leann Rimes has been sporting all over the place? Yes, it is! It’s the Columbus line KiK Vantage, and Lady Bird just started carrying it. Impressed with the offerings of Lady Bird, Naomi decides to purchase the simple yet chic shirt along with another KiK Vantage shirt that has a silhouette of a kitty cat along with the words Ain’t Free. Move forward to Scenario C. Scenario C After a quick stop at Rigsby’s Kitchen for Dollar Oyster Monday and a happy-hour chardonnay, Naomi is ready to do more

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shopping. Should Naomi head back in the direction she came from and go to Homage? Or should she move forward and go to Substance? 1. Homage: Move to Scenario E. 2. Substance: Move to Scenario F. Scenario E Naomi has heard about these famous Surf Ohio shirts from the ’70s that were resurrected by Homage. After being tempted by Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and peeping in the window of Ray’s Living Room to see some amazing art, Naomi reaches Homage. Inside she finds the new Surf Ohio raglan

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Congratulations! You helped Naomi discover the wonderful offerings of Columbus! Naomi will surely come back and visit our capital city and do more shopping.

straight in the eyes is a brass dragonfly necklace on a vintage chain. Her journey to Substance isn’t without a few other stops: On Paper, for a one-of-a-kind birthday card for one of her girlfriends, and Phia Salon, for more Aveda hair product. Once Naomi reaches Substance, she snatches up the necklace she had admired on the website and is relieved nobody else got her precious dragonfly. Exhausted from her busy day, Naomi catches a pedicab back to the Harrison House Bed & Breakfast. As she’s riding under the Short North arches with the breeze hitting her face, she smiles and thinks to herself, “Columbus is such an amazing city.”

Scenario F An obsession of Naomi’s is dragonflies — anything and everything. While she’s enjoying her chardonnay and oysters, she decides to pull up Substance’s website on her iPhone. Staring her

Congratulations! You helped Naomi discover the wonderful offerings of Columbus! Naomi will surely come back and visit our capital city and do more shopping. (What? Did you think there was a scenario in

sleeved, off-the-shoulder women’s shirt and immediately purchases it. With a smile on her face, oysters and chardonnay in her belly, and shopping bags in her hand, Naomi decides to head back to her hotel room at the brand new Hilton Columbus Downtown. As she walks down High Street, Naomi looks up at the Short North arches now gleaming with transitioning colors of light and whispers to herself, “I really love this city.”

which she’d end up poorly dressed?!)

your “man clutch.”

Spring 2013 Trends For the ladies: White is the popular color, followed by yellow and then bright green. All happy colors! For evening dresses, monochromatic black is the trending color this season. Geometric shapes and patterns and elegant stripes are in. Large prints and broken-up prints on separates and even dresses are a trend this season.

Remember: “Life is a series of photographs. You should always try to look your best.” — by me.

The document clutch is big enough to carry your iPad, but it’s still elegant enough to carry to an fashionable event. Look for shoes to include lots of metallic and shiny plastic. Hair parted to the side leaves a clean look, while a bushy bang leaves a fun look.

Jinny: 844 N High St, 614.291.3600, shopjinny.com; hours: Tue-Thu/Sat 11a-6p, Fri 11a-7p, Sun 12p-4p, Mon closed Rowe: 718 N High St, 614.299.7693, roweboutique.com; hours: Mon-Sat 11a-7p, Sun, 12p-5p Lady Bird: 716 N High St, 614.298.8133, ladybirdfashion.com; hours: Mon-Sat 11a7p, Sun 12p-5p KiK Vantage: kikvantage.com Homage-Short North: 17 Brickel St, 614.221.5693, homage.com; hours: MonSat 11a-8p, Sun 12p-6pm Substance: 783 N High St, 614.299.2910, shopsubstance.com; hours: Mon-Sat 11a6p, Sun 12p-5p

For the gents: The crisp and clean all-white look is in. Neon colors are in for pants, shirts, shoes, etc. Believe it or not, double-breasted jackets are back! Stripes any way you can get it are trending this season. Loud accessories — watches or colored shoe laces, for example — can bring a subtle wardrobe to life. A trendy portfolio case should replace your over-the-shoulder leather bag, and we’ll call it

Tommy McClure is the founder of CMH Fashion Week (@cmhfashionweek) and executive director of the Greater Columbus Film Commission (@filmcolumbus). You can follow Tommy himself on Twitter, too, at @tommytime.

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MARCH 22-23 Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus/Until There’s a Cure @ Lincoln Theatre, 769 E Long St, 614.228.2462, www.cgmc.com: 8p; $30.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4 Fleetwood Mac @ Nationwide Arena, 200 W Nationwide Blvd, 614.246.2000, www.nationwidearena.com: 8p; $49.50-$149.50.

FRIDAY, MARCH 22 SPANK! The 50 Shades Parody @ Southern Theatre, 21 E Main St, 614.469.0939, www.capa.com: 8p; $35.75-$45.75.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10 Bon Jovi @ Nationwide Arena, 200 W Nationwide Blvd, 614.246.2000, www.nationwidearena.com: 7:30p; $19.50-$155.

FEBRUARY 28-MARCH 3 Arnold Sports Festival @ Greater Columbus Convention Center, 614.431.2600, www.arnoldsportsfestival.com: Thu 6p-11p, Fri-Sat 8a-10p, Sun 8p-6p. $15, $10 in advance.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5 Muse @ the Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr, 1.800.ARENA.01, www.schottensteincenter.com: 7p; $49.50.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17 Saint Patrick’s Day Parade & The Irish Family Reunion. Parade runs from Nationwide and High down High to Broad to Veterans Memorial, 300 W Broad St, 614.221.4341, shamrockclubofcolumbus.org: 11:30a-7p.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration @ Historic Dublin, Bridge and High St, 800.245.8387, www.irishisanattitude.com: 7:30a-5p; free.

FEBRUARY 20-24 Disney on Ice @ Nationwide Arena, 200 W Nationwide Blvd, 614.246. 2000, nationwidearena.com: 7p; $17-$48.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11 Columbus Clippers Home Opener vs. Indianapolis @ Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln, 614.462. 5250, www.huntingtonparkcolumbus.com: 7:05p; $6-$12.

APRIL 19-21 Columbus Pet Expo @ Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Ave, 614.644.3247, www.columbuspetexpo.com: Fri 11a-8p, Sat 10a-8p, Sun 11a-6p; $9 advance, $11 at door.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Monster Truck Nationals @ the Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr, 1.800.ARENA.01, www.schottensteincenter.com: 7p; $6$12$20-$50.

FEBRUARY 21-23 Short North Stage: Ordinary Days @ The Garden Theatre, 1187 N High St, 614.725.4042, www.shortnorthstage.org: Thu-Sat 8p, Sun 3p; $23.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Earth Day @ Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, 4850 W Powell Rd, 614.645.3550, www.columbuszoo.org: 9a-5p; $14.99.

FEBRUARY 8-9 Second City @ Lincoln Theater, 769 E Long St, 614.469.0939, www.capa.com: 8p; $30.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 The Columbus Crew vs DC United @ Crew Stadium, I-71 and 17th, thecrew.com: 7:30p; $23$50.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Maroon 5 @ Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Dr, 1.800.ARENA.01, www.schottensteincenter.com: 7:30p; $26.50-$72.50.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Christian Marclay: The Clock @ Wexner Center for the Arts, 1871 N. High St, 614.292.3535, www.wexarts.org: 11a-11a; free for members and college students, $8 general public, $6 senior citizens.

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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Chicago @ Shadowbox Live, 503 S Front St, 614.416.7625, www.shadowboxlive.org: 2p and 7p (every Sunday in Feb); $30.

FEBRUARY 23-MARCH 3 Central Ohio Home & Garden Show @ Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Ave, 614. 644.3247, www.dispatchevents.com: Sat 10a-8p, Sun 10a-6p, Tue-Fri 12p8p; $12.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Matchbox Twenty @ Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St, 614.469.9850, www.capa.com: 7:30p; $39-$75.

THURSDAY, MARCH 7 Nathan Englander @ Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E Broad St, 614.464.1032, www.thurberhouse.org: 7:30p; $20 adults, $18 students/seniors.