Cape Cod & Drive In Movie Memories!

Cape Cod & Drive In Movie Memories

Greater Columbus, Ohio has many neighborhoods throughout the city offering the Cape Cod style home also known as Story and a Half and Short Two Stories. They're a very livable floor plan with a good amount of space for the money. My Aunt Norma and Uncle Mert owned a Cape Cod in the Linden area behind the old Linden-Air Drive-In on Cleveland Avenue. Their home was located at the end of the street and if we positioned ourselves just right, we could see the movies from the big tree or from Cousin Patti's upstairs side bedroom window. No sound but no big whoop. We would make up our own stories and lines. Anyway, cousin Patti was 18 to my 10 years of age so I thought she was dreamy especially with her blue, rhinestone, cat eyed glasses. She usually locked herself away when we came over so I had to hang out w/my other cousin Wayne Dean. We were the same age except he and I were born 11 days apart so the families usually celebrated our birthdays together. We both felt gypped. Anyway, sometimes cousin Patti would be gone. I would sneak upstairs while Wayne Dean played with his matchbox cars. He never missed me. Cousin Patti's upstairs bedroom was huge! She had shades of pink and knotty pine everywhere else. Gleaming wood, built in drawers, built in shelving, a window seat, cool, sloped ceilings and even a built in vanity by the window so she could put on her makeup every day. Her vanity dripped with pearls, chains, baubles and shiny lovelies that screamed for me to try them on... so I did. That's when my love affair w/Pink, Bling and Cape Cods began. Cousin Patti loved that bedroom and so did I!

  

        

Things To Check Out in Columbus This Month!

Are you stuck in a rut this winter? It’s easy to hibernate inside once the cold weather hits, but Columbus has so much to offer this month that you’ll drop your Snuggie and remote control and head out on the town. Whether you’re looking for a fun time with the family, a date night or a night out with friends, Columbus has something to offer. Below are a few events we’re looking forward to in February – we hope you’ll enjoy them as well.

·         Columbus Coffee Tour: Feb. 1, Columbus Aquatics Center, 9:30 a.m. – Are you a coffee lover? Or are you looking to see what local options Columbus has instead of hitting up Starbucks? This tour will take you to three local coffee venues where you can learn more about coffee roasting and try some free samples. The cost is $50. More information is available here.

·         Disney on Ice: Feb. 5-9, Nationwide Arena – You’ve watched the movies with your kids dozens of times, so why not take them to see the real thing? Watch your favorite Disney characters whirl and twirl on the ice for a great time with the whole family. Tickets are $16-51 and can be purchased here.

·         Ohio State Shakespeare School Tour-As You Like It: Feb. 7-9, Lincoln Theatre – If you’re a fan of the Bard you’ll enjoy this rendition of As You Like It put on by the OSU Department of Theatre. Tickets are $15-20. Head to their web site for more information.

·         Family Friday Night: Feb. 28, 5-9 p.m., COSI – Bring your kids out for a fun night filled with learning! COSI offers extended hours and a reduced admission price for families. Check out all of the permanent exhibits, a movie in the Extreme Screen theater and a variety of educational hands-on demonstrations. Admission is $10.95. More information can be found here.

·         Columbus Symphony Masterworks-Romeo and Juliet: Feb. 14-15, Ohio Theatre – Looking for a date idea for Valentine’s Day? Celebrate with your loved one and Shakespeare’s famous star-crossed lovers by listening to selections from settings of the story, presented by the Columbus Symphony. For more information, visit their web site.

Are you thinking of attending any of these events? Do you know of another exciting happening going on in Columbus? Let us know!

Things To Do in Columbus Ohio - December 2013

Looking for something to do in Columbus, Ohio this December? This post is for you!

CAPA: Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Dates: November 29 - December 1, 2013        

Location: Ohio Theatre

Hours: Friday 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Admission: $22-$32

Address: 39 E. State St. Columbus, 43215

614-469-0939

www.capa.com

A Columbus tradition for more than 30 years, Nebraska Theatre Caravan returns with the national touring production of A Christmas Carol. Capturing every detail of the Dickens classic, from the spine-chilling ghosts and gorgeous renditions of traditional British carols to crotchety Scrooge and lovable Tiny Tim, Columbus audiences have come to love Charles Dickens' enchanting story and this treasured holiday event.

The Ohio Statehouse Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting

Dates: December 3, 2013        

Location: Ohio Statehouse

Hours: Tuesday 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Admission: Free

Address: Broad and High streets, Columbus, 43215

614-752-9777

www.ohiostatehouse.org

Join us at the Ohio Statehouse for our family friendly Capitol Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting. This indoor event is free and open to the public with affordable parking available. Come and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, watch the magnificent lighting of our holiday tree, enjoy some refreshments, participate in festive arts and crafts activities, and listen to the sweet sounds of local bands and choirs.

Columbus Distilleries Tour

Dates: October 24 - December 5, 2013        

Location: Middle West Spirits

Hours: Thur., 6:30-10 p.m.

Admission: $65

Address: 1230 Courtland Ave.Columbus, 43201

614-619-6464

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/475636

CCAD Art Fair

Dates: December 7, 2013        

Location: Columbus College of Art & Design, Loann Crane Center for Design

Hours: Saturday 9-11 a.m.

Admission: $5-$50

Address: 112 Cleveland Ave.Columbus, 43215

614-224-9101

www.ccad.edu

Don't miss the CCAD Art Fair-a semi-annual juried showcase of works by more than 100 CCAD students, faculty, and alumni. Admissions fund student scholarships, and sales proceeds go directly to the artists.

Columbus Gay Men's Chorus: Joy! Home with the Family

Dates: =December 6-7, 2013        

Location: King Avenue UMC

Hours: Friday 8-10 p.m. Saturday 2-4 p.m. and 8-10 p.m.

Admission: $20-$25

Address: 299 King Ave.Columbus, 43201

614-228-2462

www.cgmc.com

The Holidays are a great time for family and friends to get together. Join CGMC as we remember the sights, sounds, and songs that make the holidays such a special time of year with songs ranging from classical favorites to songs from children we all remember and can still sing by heart.

Columbus Dance Theatre: Matchgirl

Dates: December 13-14, 2013        

Location: Otterbein University Fritsche Theatre

Hours: Friday-Saturday

Admission: $30 Adults $25 Seniors $15 Students

Address: 1 S. Grove St.Westerville, 43081

614-849-0227

www.columbusdancetheatre.com

This timeless tale written by Hans Christian Andersen was created as CDT's annual family ballet more than a decade ago by CDT Artistic Director Tim Veach. It continues to move Columbus audiences with its poignant message of forgiveness, hope, and joy. CDT will partner with W.A.R.M. as part of the production. CDT will accept non-perishable food at all performances to be donated to the Food Bank. As well, CDT will donate 300 tickets to the performance to W.A.R.M. to be distributed to their clients and constituents.

Harlem Globetrotters

Dates: December 26, 2013        

Location: Value City Arena at the Jerome Schottenstein Center

Hours: Thursday 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Admission: $20-$116

Address: 555 Borror Dr.Columbus, 43210

800-745-3000

www.schottensteincenter.com/

Known as innovators of the game of basketball for nearly 90 years, the world famous Harlem Globetrotters have made fan participation a part of the game from their earliest days. Fans will have their greatest involvement yet when the Globetrotters? Fans Rule World Tour.

Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

Dates: December 29, 2013        

Location: Nationwide Arena

Hours: Sunday 6 p.m.

Address: 200 W. Nationwide Blvd.Columbus, 43215

800-NHL-COLS

www.BlueJackets.com

For these events and more like them, visit ExperienceColumbus.com.

Highlight - Short North

The Short North neighborhood in Columbus is a well-known, popular neighborhood, filled with restaurants, shops, and nightlife. Read on to learn more about this historic and beautiful area.

History

The name "Short North" traces its roots back to the vernacular used by police for the area during a period of decline, namely as the neighborhood that--from a suburban commuter's perspective--had fallen 'just short' of the central business district's north end--both physically and economically. A reputation for diversity and an artistic, Bohemian atmosphere has marked the Short North now and the 1980s saw the neighborhood's rebirth enter into full gear as galleries began to open up and started to flourish.

Short North Today

The Short North is a neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, centered on the main strip of High Street immediately north of downtown and extending until just south of the Ohio State University campus area. It is an easy walk from the convention center or Nationwide Arena district to the north. The Short North is often crowded on weekends, particularly during the monthly "Gallery Hop" and other local and downtown events.

The Short North is heavily populated with art galleries, specialty shops, pubs, nightclubs, and coffee houses. Most of its tightly packed brick buildings date from at least the early 20th century, with traditional storefronts along High Street (often with brightly painted murals on their side walls), and old apartment buildings and rowhouses and newer condominium developments in the surrounding blocks. The city installed 17 lighted metal archways extending across High Street throughout the Short North, reminiscent of such arches present in the area in the early 1900s.

“Arch City”

In 1888, Columbus was known nationwide as "Arch City" when arches illuminated the city as it celebrated the centennial of the creation of the Northwest Territory. Since Ohio had been the first state carved out of the Territory, Columbus was chosen to host the commemorative event. Knowing that 300,000 people would be descending upon the city (population 80,000), Columbus set out to make a statement by constructing a series of arches throughout downtown not only to light the streets but to dazzle the visitors.

Over the years, however, repair costs mounted and lampposts became the norm. By 1916, the arches disappeared altogether, and it would be nearly 100 years before they made their return.

Today, there are 17 high-tech arches spanning High Street, which are the architectural signature of the Short North. The 21st century twist is LED technology, which adds the excitement of evening light shows, running on the hour, after dark.

The individually programmable lights can be turned any of a million colors. The arches now provide a mile-long rainbow that has become the hallmark of the district.

Goodale Park

When Dr. Lincoln Goodale presented it to the city in 1851, Goodale Park was nothing more than forty acres of woods. Today the park is the epicenter of the Short North’s biggest events, one of the most acclaimed green spaces in Columbus and a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Over the years, Goodale Park has served as a Civil War military camp; a classic Victorian park (complete with lake and boathouse); and at one time was even the home of a petting zoo featuring two bears, two wolves, three foxes and nineteen rabbits!

Today, there are free summer concerts in the park, and new fountain in the pond, and is the site of one of Columbus' largest festival: ComFest. Their theme, "Party with a Purpose," promotes socially responsible living, alternative politics, arts & crafts and music. The event lasts three days, and takes place in July.

To learn more about the exciting events and features the Short North has to offer, visit here and here.

Things To Do in Columbus Ohio - November 2013

 

 

Looking for something to do in Columbus, Ohio this November? This list is for you!

COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS HOCKEY VS. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

Dates: November 2, 2013

Location: Nationwide Arena

Hours: Saturday 7 p.m.

Address:200 W. Nationwide Blvd.Columbus, 43215

800-NHL-COLSwww.BlueJackets.com

Cheer on Ohio's National Hockey

JAMES THURBER AND HIS COLUMBUS HAUNTS BUS TOUR

Dates: November 2, 2013

Location: Ohioana Library Association

Hours: Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Admission: $35

Address:274 E. 1st Ave., Ste. 300Columbus, 43201

614-221-4508http://columbuslandmarks.org

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

Dates: November 2, 2013

Location: Wyandotte Winery

Hours: Saturday 7:30-11 p.m.

Admission: $65

Address:4640 Wyandotte Dr.Columbus, 43230

614-476-3624www.wyandottewinery.com

The 1969 wedding of Skip Moore and Fred Love. What is a Wyandotte Winery Murder Mystery? It is a gathering of friends and strangers who will become friends. Each person will receive a character name and brief description for you to interpret as you see fit. When you arrive at the Winery, you will be given an envelope. In that envelope will be your instructions for the night. You may be a coldblooded killer or you might be instructed to commit a sly little misdemeanor. It is of great importance that you keep these instructions to yourself because the other guests must decipher who did what to whom. (I've got goose bumps already) If you are not instructed to commit a crime, you must keep that to yourself as well. You may even want to act suspicious to throw the others off the trail. If all the planets align and we all have the right karma, the evening will be filled with murder, mayhem and minestrone...depending on what the chef has in mind. Remember, this wedding takes place in 1969 so you will want to break out the tie-dyed threads and the love beads so you fit in with the wedding party. Skip and Freda anxiously await your arrival at their wedding...it should be an evening to die for.

VETERANS DAY PARADE AND CANNON DEMONSTRATION

Dates: November 8, 2013

Location: Ohio Statehouse

Hours: Friday noon

Admission: Free

Address:Broad and High streetsColumbus, 43215

614-752-9777www.ohiostatehouse.org

The Statehouse cannons will be fired on the West Plaza of the Ohio Statehouse to begin the parade in honor of Ohio's veterans. Re-enactors from the 1st Ohio Battery A will be on hand to discuss the historic 1864 cannons.

GROVE CITY YMCA 5K TURKEY TROT

Dates: November 9, 2013

Hours: Monday-Friday 5:15 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Admission: $15-$25

Address:3600 Discovery Dr.Grove City, 43209

614-871-9622

There will also be face painting, crafts and a family dinner immediately following the race.

COLUMBUS INTERNATIONAL FILM + VIDEO FESTIVAL

Dates: November 7-17, 2013

Location: Columbus College of Art & Design, Canzani Center Gallery

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday noon-5 p.m.

Admission: $5-$15

Address: 60 Cleveland Ave.Columbus, 43215

614-444-7460www.columbusfilmcouncil.org

This festival is the longest running film festival in the United States. The festival honors and screens the work of makers whose creations of vision, beauty and power help us understand the complexities of our world by using their committed artistry to touch our minds and hearts.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CHIHULY COLLECTION

Dates: June 8 - November 17, 2013

Location: Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Hours: Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Admission: Adults $12. Seniors and students $9. Children $6. Children under 2 free.

Address:1777 E. Broad St.Columbus, 43203

614-715-8022614-715-8000www.fpconservatory.org

More than two dozen Dale Chihuly glass artworks, selected from the Conservatory's signature collection, are on view in the Showhouse and Cardinal Health Gallery. Installations throughout the Conservatory, including Reeds, Sunset Tower, and Blue and Yellow Tail Chandeliers, remain on view.

DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS BREWERY TOUR

Dates: September 7 - November 30, 2013

Location: Columbus Brewing Company Restaurant

Hours: Saturday 2-5:30 p.m.

Admission: $55

Address:525 Short St.Columbus, 43215

614-619-6464http://www.brownpapertickets.com/profile/390378

Join us to explore the microbrewery scene.

CAPA: CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Dates: November 29 - December 1, 2013

Location: Ohio Theatre

Hours: Friday 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Admission: $22-$32

Address:39 E. State St.Columbus, 43215

614-469-0939www.capa.com

A Columbus tradition for more than 30 years, Nebraska Theatre Caravan returns with the national touring production of A Christmas Carol. Capturing every detail of the Dickens classic, from the spine-chilling ghosts and gorgeous renditions of traditional British carols to crotchety Scrooge and lovable Tiny Tim, Columbus audiences have come to love Charles Dickens' enchanting story and this treasured holiday event.
For more information on these events and others in the Columbus area, go here.

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