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SEPT. 20 ColumbuS Food & WinE AFFAir GrAnd TASTinG
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Head to one of Columbus’ most beautiful spots and sample the very best in wine and cuisine at one of the Midwest’s premier wine events, featuring fare from Central Ohio’s top restaurants and pourings from the finest domestic and international wineries. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., 43203, 614-264-5505.
SEPT. 20-22 indEPEndEnTS’ dAy This free event is a simultaneous effort by groups of Columbus creatives looking to display their talents. This family-friendly event offers live painting and music, along with a marketplace with more than 200 booths. Downtown Columbus, Gay Street and Pearl Alley, 43215, 614-488-5600.
SEPT. 20-22 union CounTy CovErEd bridGE bluEGrASS FESTivAl Enjoy tours of a historic steel truss bridge and three newly built covered bridges followed by bluegrass tunes and family-friendly entertainment. Held throughout Union County, 43040, 937-642-6279.
SEPT. 21-22 JACk HAnnA’S FAll FEST Join Jungle Jack Hanna and his animal friends for a celebration of the harvest season. Enjoy special demonstrations including basketweaving and pumpkin-carving, kid-friendly entertainment and all your favorite seasonal treats. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., 43065, 614-645-3550.
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This exciting educational exhibit shows visitors just how bright our friends in the animal kingdom can be. Using a variety of videos, games and displays, you’ll see how animals’ environments have shaped their thinking abilities and explore evolutionary links between humans and animals. COSI, 333 W. Broad St., 43215, 614-228-2674.
Internationally recognized British artist Bruce Munro will open his third U.S. exhibition at Franklin Park Conservatory. Ten large-scale lighting installations will accompany gallery works, including pieces never before seen in the nation. The exhibit will transform the Conservatory’s indoor biomes and outdoor courtyards into an enchanting evening experience. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., 43203, 614-715-8000.
Following on its inaugural success in 2012, this unique festival will once again showcase seasoned and rising filmmakers and extraordinary work from around the world. FFOCOL (short for the Film Festival of Columbus) is part of the annual Independents’ Day festival and offers films for all ages and all interests. Gateway Film Center, 1550 N. High St., 43201, 614-545-2255.
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This interdisciplinary exhibition explores contemporary art through the lens of the blues and blues aesthetics. Columbus’ renowned Wexner Center for the Arts is the only Midwest stop for the exhibit, which features works from more than 40 artists, including William Eggleston and Zoe Leonard, as well as materials from music and popular entertainment. Wexner Center for the Arts, 1871 N. High St., 43210, 614-292-3535.
SEPT. 21-JAn. 5 CuriouS GEorGE: lET’S GET CuriouS! Letting curiosity and inquiry be their guides, visitors explore familiar buildings and locales from the Curious George™ book series and television show. The exhibit presents key educational concepts in science, math and engineering, which are woven and layered throughout the exhibit. COSI, 333 W. Broad St., 43215, 614-228-2674.
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SEPT. 27-28
Watch 30 of North America’s top professional riders compete in this internationally sanctioned show-jumping grand prix at the Wexner residence in New Albany. The day is complete with a concert sponsored by Tween brands (headquartered in Columbus) and family-friendly activities. Grounds of the Wexner Residence, 1 Classic Dr., New Albany, 43054, 614-416-7100.
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Shadowbox Live presents its annual fourday festival of comedy and music. Hosted by original “Saturday Night Live” cast member Garrett Morris, the popular event features the Shadowbox Live Sketch Comedy Competition, a stand-up competition, live local music and more. Shadowbox Live, 503 S. Front St., 43215, 614-416-7625.
Each autumn, young and old flock to Columbus to polka, eat, drink and be merry at this exhilarating celebration of German heritage. The event offers fabulous food and brews, shopping and non-stop entertainment on two stages, from music to dance and so much more. Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., 43211, 614-644-3247.
Don’t miss WaterFire, when floating bonfires illuminate the Scioto River downtown while local, regional and national performing artists entertain with live music. Saturday’s WaterFire features musical entertainment from British Invasion. An additional autumn WaterFire takes place on Sept. 6. Downtown riverfront, near Genoa Park and COSI, 43215, 614-299-9221.
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