Archives for "entertainment"

5 Stops for Gallery Hop – February 2012

5 Stops for Gallery Hop – February 2012

0 Walker / February 4, 2012 11:30 am

There’s nothing like a week of 50-degree temperatures in February to get you excited about Gallery Hop. Unfortunately it looks like we might get some rain this evening, but don’t let that stop you from venturing out. There’s quite a… [Read More]

Midway Replaces Former Bento Go-Go

Midway Replaces Former Bento Go-Go

2 Walker / January 21, 2012 5:00 pm

Bento Go-Go is no more-more. The former restaurant and bar has been renovated for a new restaurant and bar called Midway on High. The new restaurant comes from the same family of owners, who also own and operate Haiku in… [Read More]

Philanthropy Friday: Jazz Moves Us. Jazz Moves Columbus

Philanthropy Friday: Jazz Moves Us. Jazz Moves Columbus

1 The Columbus Foundation / January 20, 2012 8:00 am

The versatility of BalletMet dancers is going to be amplified by the virtuosic sounds of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra for stunning results when Jazz Moves Columbus gets underway at the Capitol Theatre on February 2. The groundbreaking collaboration that is… [Read More]

Welcome Back to The Brewery District

Welcome Back to The Brewery District

10 Walker / January 19, 2012 8:00 am

In the not too distant past, the Brewery District was the most happening nightlife spot in all of Columbus. Young professionals (before they were even called that) would swarm South Front Street on the weekends to grab drinks at any… [Read More]

Review: Twinight Zone II — The Further Dimension

Review: Twinight Zone II — The Further Dimension

0 Walker / January 13, 2012 11:20 am

The Twnight Zone is back! Fake Bacon Productions is nearing the end of the run of their Twlight Zone parody sequel, and this weekend if your final chance to see it. The show is divided up into four sketches, which… [Read More]

Stand Up Comedy Night Launches at Shadowbox Live

Stand Up Comedy Night Launches at Shadowbox Live

10 Walker / January 7, 2012 2:45 pm

Downtown Comedy Club. Did those three words get your attention? If so, then you’ll be thrilled to know that a new bimonthly stand up comedy night is launching this month at Shadowbox Live in the Brewery District. Local comedian Justin… [Read More]

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – January 2012

Five Stops for Gallery Hop – January 2012

0 Walker / January 7, 2012 1:00 pm

The first Gallery Hop of the year is sometimes a slow one, as it has to closely follow the holiday shopping season and the first weekend after those crazy New Years parties, but the warm weather today is sure to… [Read More]

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

Best Drink of 2011: Yuengling

7 Walker / December 30, 2011 1:00 pm

It’s only been officially available since October, but the anticipation stretches back to June when the news first broke that Yuengling would be headed to Ohio. And since then it’s gone on to steal the hearts of our readers as they voted… [Read More]

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

Best Happy Hour of 2011: Bodega

0 Walker / December 29, 2011 6:00 pm

For the third year in a row, Bodega conquers the local happy hour scene with prices and a selection that can’t be beat. Their expansive beer list includes 50 craft beers on draft, and another 100+ specialty bottled beers. Bodega’s… [Read More]

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

Best Bar of 2011: St. James Tavern

7 Walker / December 29, 2011 3:00 pm

For the second year in a row, the fans have spoken… the St. James Tavern is the #1 bar in Columbus. This Italian Village staple celebrated its 15th anniversary back in September and while the neighborhood has changed a lot during… [Read More]

FoodHop Launches Experiential Columbus Food Tours

FoodHop Launches Experiential Columbus Food Tours

18 Walker / December 7, 2011 7:00 am

The Columbus dining scene continues to grow and expand every year in terms of flavors, cuisines and options. But another noticeable trend is in the development of new experiences that change the way that diners can enjoy their food. Pop-up… [Read More]

Grand Illumination Festival Takes Place Downtown on Friday

Grand Illumination Festival Takes Place Downtown on Friday

3 Walker / November 30, 2011 9:15 am

Thanks to the magic of daylight saving time, it currently starts getting dark around 4pm. But Downtown is going to be getting a whole lot brighter at night as over 180,000 holidays lights come on this Friday evening for the… [Read More]

Garden Theater Opens Second Stage With The Green Room

Garden Theater Opens Second Stage With The Green Room

3 Walker / November 29, 2011 12:20 pm

The ongoing redevelopment of The Short North’s Garden Theater continues with the opening of “The Green Room”, a second performance venue located adjacent to the building’s main lobby. The Short North Stage theatre group will be producing Songs of the… [Read More]

The Tree Bar Opening in Former Andyman’s Treehouse Venue

The Tree Bar Opening in Former Andyman’s Treehouse Venue

7 Walker / November 28, 2011 3:35 pm

Done Waiting reported today that the former Andyman’s Treehouse venue will be reopening on December 23rd as The Tree Bar. In the meantime, the venue is getting some minor updates and interior renovations. Back in August, The Treehouse abruptly closed… [Read More]

Rave Cinemas Opens New 14-Screen Movie Theater in Grove City

Rave Cinemas Opens New 14-Screen Movie Theater in Grove City

6 Walker / November 16, 2011 8:00 am

The second Rave movie theater is launching in the Columbus market this Friday with the opening of Rave Grove City 14. This 14-screen theater located just off Stringtown Road comes equipped with digital projection equipment and digital sound in every… [Read More]