Where Columbus’ Plays By Frank Etheridge If there’s one place in town you know you can always depend on for cold beer, good food and some rockin’ entertainment, it’s the Outskirts. The now-iconic spot was given its name “Because it’s on the outskirts of the downtown entertainment district”, owner Bobby Judge tells me.“ I like to entertain. One of my goals after getting out of the Army was to open a place like this so…
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The Arts and Museums Member Monday at the Naval MuseumExperience the stories that your support helps bring to the public. Members receive a private, guided tour of the galleries and behind-the-scenes. While your tour is complimentary, the guests we hope you bring pay only $5. Mondays, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., National Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus ½ off Tuesdays at the Columbus Collective MuseumsDiscover the wonder of the Columbus Collective Museum….
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Exploring Our Fun, Quirky Side By Natalie Downey The folk art scene in the Columbus area has a rich history, with both unforgettable pioneers like Eddie Owens Martin and active contemporary artists like the ubiquitous Ralph Frank and Butch Anthony.. Today, opportunities to experience folk art in our area abound, with museums and galleries showcasing the creations of the talented artists who have called the Chattahoochee Valley home. Folk art tells the story of a…
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Movies of JUNE By John Houzer Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve officially reached cruising altitude for the summer movie season. Last month was a cinematic feast, from traumatizing us with Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer” to the real-time hip hop showdown between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Future documentaries will undoubtedly dissect every moment of that rivalry. But let’s set aside last month’s thrills and turn our attention to June. This month’s movie lineup is packed with intriguing sequels,…
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COLUMBUS MUSIC SCENE: Alien’s Perspective By Miguel Juarez I have often heard that there is no such thing as a “music scene” in Columbus, and I strongly disagree. In my short time living here, I have witnessed and have been lucky enough to participate in some amazing musical experiences, including jazz, blues, rock, gospel, R&B, country, hip-hop, and everything in between. Although I have considered Columbus my home for the past decade, I did not…
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Join The Fun As We Celebrate These Local Leaders, Friday, May 24th in Uptown Known as the Miracle Riders, this remarkable group embarks on annual journeys across the country, pushing themselves to the limit to raise funds for pediatric programs and initiatives. Their tireless efforts have made a profound impact on countless lives, with their latest endeavor set to culminate in a spectacular celebration for the entire community. The Miracle Riders’ mission is simple yet…
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World-Class Writers and Musicians Come Together to Commune with St. EOM “Eddie loved spoken word,” John Charles Griffin explains of why it makes perfect sense to hold his annual poetry reading event at Pasaquan. Home of the late Eddie Owens Martin (aka St. EOM), Pasaquan was built by the mystic fortune-teller and artist on his family’s seven acres deep in the piney woods outside of Buena Vista, Georgia, to serve as as a sacred shrine…
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Unfolding Consciousness, Won the scholastic Gold Medal and American Visions Medal at Carnegie Hall, 2022
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Local Restauranteur, Jeff Brantley, Returns to His Roots – In the Kitchen and in Life – To Bring Us His Blend of Genuine Southern Food
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Andy Carpenter and Paul Rowe Make Movies and Build Community With – A Southern Horror A killer roaming the streets, armed with barbecue tools. A poisoned pie in an old country house. A mysterious computer with an unusual demand for its user. You’ll come face to face with these frights, and more, in A Southern Horror. This “dark journey through the haunted landscape of the American South” is part of a new vision for local…
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