Stage and Screen, January 2018

Stage and Screen, January 2018

Riverdance: 20th Anniversary World Tour The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular deman. Marking this eagerly-awaited return to stages across North America, the anniversary production features new costumes, new lighting, new projections and the addition of a brand new number, “Anna Livia,” featuring the female members of the Irish dance group in an acapella hard-show number. Make your reservation through the RiverCenter box offive at (706) 256-3612. Jan. 11, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.,…

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Wellness and Outdoors, January 2018

Wellness and Outdoors, January 2018

12th Annual Red Nose Half Marathon The 13.1 mile, certified course starts and finishes at 11th and Broadway, and follows the scenic Columbus Riverwalk. No registration fees; the run is free. Jan. 6, 8 a.m., Big Dog Fleet Feet, 1200 Broadway, Columbus’s MLK 5k, 10k and 1 Mile Starting at the Martin Luther King YMCA and ending at the Liberty Theatre, this is the third race in the Columbus Roadrunners Winter Series. For more info:…

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Art and Museums, January 2018

Art and Museums, January 2018

Art and Museums Open Studio, The Columbus Museum Get creative in the New Year and make a masterpiece. Participants will utilize oil pastels as they create works drawing inspiration from Burgoyne Diller’s Untitled (Wall Construction). After visiting the art-making station, visitors will have the opportunity to complete a gallery scavenger hunt. Jan. 6, 10 a.m. – noon, The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Look! At Lunchtime Look! is a collaborative viewing exercise and dialogue…

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Food and Drink

Food and Drink

Chili Crawl, First Friday Americus A fun, family-oriented way to beat the mid-winter blues and enjoy Americus. This cook off features 15 inventive and delicious chili entries, housed in various downtown businesses. Jan. 5, 5 – 8 p.m., Downtown Americus, Ga. College Football Championship Watch Party Come watch the CFB Championship Game at CIRCA; unlimited wings for $10; whiskey tasting featuring four delicious spirits and new cocktails for $20. Jan. 8, 6 p.m. – midnight,…

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Around Town, January 2018

Around Town, January 2018

The Write Stuff: Teen Writing & Performance Workshop The Fountain City Teen Poetry Slam offers “The Write Stuff,” a free writing / performance workshop for area youth, ages 13 – 19. Jan. 6, noon 4:30 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus Wedding Extravaganza A wedding in your future? Visit The Columbus Trade and Convention Center, you’ll find loads of vendors and everything you need to plan the wedding of your dreams. $7….

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Music, January 2018

Music, January 2018

The Arbitrary / Psycho Hill / Foolery at The Estate Visit Columbus’s only do-it-yourself music venue for live music. $8. Jan. 4, 7 – 10 p.m., The Estate, 1231 Midway Drive, Columbus Alabama Avenue at Soho Playing southern rock, classic country and fun party songs, Alabama Avenue returns to one of Columbus’s favorite music venues. Jan. 6, 10:30 p.m. – 1:45 a.m., Soho Bar & Grill, 5751 Milgen Road, Columbus Post Nothing / Crushed!? /…

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What is ‘No Kill’?

What is ‘No Kill’?

We’ve come a long way over the past 150 years when it comes to animal welfare in the U.S. The original function of animal control was to limit the spread of rabies. This has, for all intents and purposes, been accomplished. The incidence of rabies in humans is extremely rare. Even so, too many animal control agencies have not changed their operational models in response to the current reality. It is only the most progressive…

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A Sacred Mission: Cantus Columbus sings the story Christmas in annual concert

A Sacred Mission: Cantus Columbus sings the story Christmas in annual concert

by Frank Etheridge Every year, William J. Bullock, Ph.D., finds a new way to tell an old story. “I’m a professor at heart, so I really enjoy the research,” Bullock (called Bill by those who know him) says of finding music to fit into Cantus Christmas, an annual highlight of the holiday season in Columbus and gold-star event on the city’s cultural calendar now in its 18th year.    “I start with four parts,” he…

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Food and Drink, December 2017

Food and Drink, December 2017

Holiday Sip ’n’ Shop Experience the holiday spirit at The Wynn House. Enjoy unique gifts, appetizers and beverages.  Members $10, non-members $12. RSVP: (706) 323-1895 or darenewynnhouse@gmail.com. Dec. 7, 4 – 8 p.m., The Wynn House, 1240 Wynnton Road, Columbus Holiday Highball Join the Young Art Patrons for an evening featuring local bartenders competing in the art of mixology, sample craft cocktails, enjoy hors d’oeuvres by The Wicked Hen, and live music. Cast your vote…

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Wellness and Outdoors, December 2017

Wellness and Outdoors, December 2017

Big Dog Run/Walk Half & Full Marathon Training Ready to tackle some new miles? Big Dog wants to help you accomplish these goals with their run/walk half and full marathon training program. Training is offered three days each week. For complete details, visit runsignup.com through December, Big Dog Fleet Feet, 1200 Broadway, Columbus WILD about 2018 WILD, Women’s Initiative for Learning and Discovery, has had a great year, and are well on the way to…

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