The Story of Ginger Goolsby Howze: The Hope Dealer By Monica Jones Ginger Goolsby Howze now lives a life of purpose. She has seven years clean, an amazing relationship with her son, and works as a Certified Peer Specialist—a job that allows her to use her painful past to guide others. But the path to this stable, fulfilling life involved losing everything, including her mind. Her journey pulls back the curtain on the real and…
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A Cast of Characters Bring Exceptional Taste to Historical Home By Monica Jones The Goetchius House stands as a silent witness to Columbus’s history, but step inside, and you’ll discover a world far from quiet. It’s here, within these timeless walls, that a rich new story is being written—one woven with a deep-rooted passion for food, people, and the art of living. From the elegant upstairs dining room, Sapori del Mare, to the newly revitalized…
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Rediscover The Spa at Callaway Gardens Get ready to discover a side of Callaway you might not even know exists – a tranquil retreat that’s been waiting right in our backyard all along. Nestled within The Lodge at Callaway Resort & Gardens lies an opulent spa, a hidden gem which beautifully captures the essence of the founders’ vision: the deep and rejuvenating connection between humanity and the natural world. For too long, this serene escape…
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By Natalie Downey Here, the air hums with a familiar symphony: the joyful shrieks and thundering footsteps of children doing what they’ve always done best – learning through the sheer, unadulterated magic of play. It’s a nostalgic echo of simpler times, yet vibrantly alive with modern discovery. This is what it feels like to step back in time and into the Chattahoochee Valley Learning Resource Center (CVLRC). Every inch of this special place whispers tales…
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Connecting With Our Watershed By Natalie Downey The wild rivers, lakes, creeks and ponds of Georgia criss-cross the state, our spectacular watershed unfolding like a flowing web of aquatic vitality. This magnificent watershed doesn’t just exist; it whispers a beautiful truth: connection is everything. Yet in our fast-paced world, many folks find themselves drifting away from the very water sources that keep our ecosystem afloat. We know that water is essential to life, and yet,…
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Around Town Birds of PreyA must-see since its debut in 2000. During suitable weather, these magnificent creatures – which cannot be released into the wild, due either to injury or having developed an unnatural association with humans known as “imprinting” – demonstrate their strength, speed, and natural instincts in daily flighted programs. Several birds appear at each program, swooping overhead and giving guests an up-close look “on the glove,” while our raptor experts explain how…
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Brings More to Community with New Shared Kitchen By Natalie Downey Small businesses bring a sense of ownership and belonging to a community. Purchasing from a neighbor’s business feels more personal than buying from a large corporation, and in supporting our local small business owners, we in turn support the community as a whole. But starting a small business comes with many challenges, and The Food Mill’s latest program seeks to help entrepreneurs through those…
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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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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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The Arts and Museums ½ off Tuesdays at the Columbus Collective MuseumsDiscover the wonder of the Columbus Collective Museum. Immerse yourself in a maze of thrifting and discovery. Originally the Lunch Box Museum, now also the Royal Crown Cola Museum, The Chero-Cola Museum, The Nehi Drink Museum, The Georgia Radio Museum, The Tom Huston Peanut Museum, a Car Museum and more. Over 1,000 lunch boxes will just get you started. Local Readers get ½ off…
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