• January 08, 2025
    That’s a Wrap
    Local Film - Image by Charley
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    If You’re Reading This, Thank YOU
    For Another Year of Jazz By Miguel Juarez And just like that, we’re halfway through the
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    Bottoms Up!
    The Bottom serves up good times to good people in new upscale dive-bar atop the Wicked Hen in
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    Columbus Comics
    A Marvelous World From its humble spot off Hamilton Park Drive, it may seem like just another
That’s a Wrap

That’s a Wrap

January 08, 2025
The Food Mill – Food Farmacy

The Food Mill – Food Farmacy

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Making a Mark

Making a Mark

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Bottoms Up!

Bottoms Up!

September 02, 2024

Folk Art in & Around Columbus

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Folk Art in & Around Columbus

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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The Film Scout

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The Film Scout

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 Jazz Society

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Columbus Jazz Society

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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The Miracle Riders: A Journey Across America for Children’s Health

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The Miracle Riders: A Journey Across America for Children’s Health

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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Poetic License

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Poetic License

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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The Reel Life

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The Reel Life

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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Set Your Watches

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Set Your Watches

“It’s Tamale Time” Walking through the farmer’s market, you can hear a shout above the crowd – “What time is it?” Shoppers stop to glance at their watches before the same voice that asked the question supplies the answer – “It’s Tamale Time!” A vibrant energy emanates from the booth and the smell of fresh tamales is irresistible. The menu is pretty straightforward – a variety of tamales, specialty sauces, and a small variety of…

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The LocaL Calendar – May 2024

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The LocaL Calendar – May 2024

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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