August Okay, so by the time you read this, my birthday will have either just passed or be just a couple days away. That being said, I wanna celebrate my birthday by bringing you the best films, tv shows, and movies that I can find. On board? Tight! The Boys The Boys is a dark comedy action TV series on Amazon Prime, based on the graphic novel of the same name written by Garth Ennis…
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Gospel Jazz By Dr. David Banks Just as there are at least seven different styles of jazz music, there are at least seven distinct styles of gospel music. It would follow naturally then that the styles, at some point, would overlap or crossover. “Gospel/Jazz” has been coined out of this overlap as a distinct style of music because of what both styles have in common. The same conditions which gave rise to gospel also gave…
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Shoal Lily Restoration We stand knee deep in the rushing creek, the water pulling at our feet, sunlight warming our backs as we bend over clusters of tall green stalks. We spread out across the water, our empty bags soon to be filled with green treasures: shoal lily seeds. The shoal spider lily (Hymenocallis coronaria) goes by many names, but is native in only a handful of places: Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina. In some…
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The Arts & 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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Jazz On the Rise There’s nothing like a positive “I told you so” moment. About a year ago, I made a bold claim at one of our monthly board meetings that jazz was on the rise in Columbus and the surrounding areas. We were brainstorming ideas on how to breathe life back into our city’s jazz and live music scene. Faking confidence, I spoke life to what I was hoping for, though I’m not sure…
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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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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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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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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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Trees Columbus ‘Spring For The Green’ Annual Fundraiser Gives $10,000 Reasons Not To Miss It “Spring for the Green is the perfect fit as Trees Columbus’ signature event,” Dorothy McDaniel, Executive Director of the nonprofit, says of the annual fundraiser coming up Tuesday, April 16. “It’s casual, there’s great food, beer and wine — it’s just a great time.” Always popular due its laid-back lawn-party vibe, with adults enjoying a good time as kids frolic…
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