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Columbus, OH August 2009 Archive

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Farmers Markets Are Fabulous Right Now

Thursday August 27, 2009
I relish vine-fresh tomatoes. A little bit of salt is really all you need when you have that perfect tomato. And there are plenty of them to be had at ... Read More

Last FREE Week at the Columbus Museum of Art

Sunday August 23, 2009
When things are tough, art can lift our spirits and our moods. Thanks to generous donors, Museum entrance and progamming has been free throughout July and August. This includes: all special ... Read More

Context 22 -- Science Fiction and Fantasy of the Literary Kind

Saturday August 22, 2009
Context 22, the annual literary speculative fiction (AKA science fiction and fantasy) convention closes out the month August 28-30. This is small convention, with plenty of time to talk to ... Read More

Drama, Literature, Humor and Music -- Fall's Just Full of It

Wednesday August 19, 2009
The season is about to start. Summer vacations end soon, but that doesn't mean the fun time over. On the contrary, it's just about to start! Concerts are being scheduled, ... Read More

Free Ballet, Arts Festival and WaterFire

Monday August 17, 2009
You may want to put the next two free WaterFire burns on your calendar now. On September 4, WaterFire flames will dance on the Scioto River, and BalletMet dancers will ... Read More

Drama, Laughter and a Flying Eyeball -- Great Movies at a Spectacular Moviehouse

Saturday August 15, 2009
Summer movies at the Ohio Theatre are a 39-year old Columbus tradition. But movies were always meant to be played at the Ohio. Though the Columbus Symphony and touring ... Read More

Got a Great Tailgate Recipe? Share it in the Forum

Tuesday August 11, 2009
Football season is almost upon us. And one of the most important elements of the season is the food. So what's your pleasure? Grilled brats? A vegetarian spread? A salsa-tasting ... Read More

Balloons and Tunes Hot Air Balloon and Music Festival

Sunday August 9, 2009
Balloons and Tunes Hot Air Balloon and Music Festival runs Friday, Aug. 21 to Sunday, Aug. 23 at Beulah Park, 3811 Southwest Blvd, Grove City, Ohio 43123. The Central Ohio ... Read More

Calling All Artists!

Saturday August 8, 2009
Soon two art pieces by Ohio or U.S. artists will be commissioned, one for for Cleveland State University and one for Youngstown State University. Cleveland State University is commissioning work ... Read More

Festival Latino on the Riverfront, Aug. 15-16

Wednesday August 5, 2009
Salsa, meringue, calypso, bembe, cha cha, samba, bossa nova -- Just the words sound like thrilling, get-up-and-dance music. There will be plenty of music to move to at the 14th ... Read More

Muscle Cars on Parade

Tuesday August 4, 2009
If you're a fan of Detroit's old muscle cars, head for the Mopar Nationals this weekend, August 7-9, at National Trail Raceways. National Trail Raceways is in Hebron, just ... Read More

Free Art Workshop for Kids

Monday August 3, 2009
Register NOW for a free kids' program with artist Sarah E. Fairchild. Fairchild is one of the artists in the Riffe Center's Here and Beyond exhibit celebrating the Ohio Art ... Read More

Who Knew There Was Something Called "Scandinavian Lutheran Humor?"

Sunday August 2, 2009
Evidently, Scandinavian Lutheran humor is a big deal in some circles. I'm not really sure what it is. I keep picturing a cross between Garrison Keeler and Sesame Street's Swedish ... Read More

Columbus Wine Festival at Franklin Park

Saturday August 1, 2009
How do you improve an event that has scrumptious food, wines, beers, music and features cooking demonstrations by local chefs? Hold it in the middle of gorgeous gardens. The first ever ... Read More

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