Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., 43203, 614-6458733. Located two miles east of downtown. Featuring exotic plants, art and special exhibits. “Sacrifice + Bliss: Aurora Robson� Sept. 9, 2012-April 28, 2013; “Merry & Bright� Nov. 17, 2012-Jan. 6, 2013; “Orchids� Jan. 12-April 7, 2013. Lynd Fruit Farm, 9090 Morse Rd. S.W., 43062, 740-927-1333. Central Ohio apple orchard. Peaches, sweet corn, pumpkins, various berry crops and a corn maze round out the offerings. U-pick apples every weekend in September and October.
Topiary Park, 480 E. Town St., 43215, 614645-0197. Corner of East Town Street and Washington Boulevard. Seurat’s “Sunday Afternoon on the Island of the Grand Jatte� painting sculpted in topiary; visitor center and gift shop. Open daily. Free admission. www.topiarygarden.org
Spas and Salons Aveda Institute Columbus, South Campus Gateway, 1581 N. High St., 43201, 614-291-2421. The Aveda Institute Columbus provides full salon services done by supervised students. Best of all, you can get quality services at an affordable price. Erika Taylor Urban Spa, 275 S. Fourth St., 43215, 614-564-9054. Central Ohio’s most innovative full-service day spa offering each guest an exclusive and upscale environment designed to cater to their every need.
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The Nicci Debro Spa and Salon, 274 Marconi Blvd., Ste. 100, 43215, 614-228-5670. Exclusive destination for spa parties, bridal shower, birthday and company parties.
SWINGIN' WITH THE
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BYRON STRIPLING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
OCT 25-28 / 2012
Come Together: From Gershwin to the Beatles Featuring Jonathan Elliott and Theo Perry
NOV 29-DEC 2 / 2012 Home for the Holidays Featuring Marva Hicks
FEB 7-10 / 2013
Ragtime, Blues & Beyond: A Short History of Jazz Featuring Tia Fuller, Lewis Nash and the CYJO
MAR 14-17 / 2013
Big Band on Broadway Featuring Debbie Gravitte
APR 11-14 / 2013
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Piano Men: The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John, & Stevie Wonder Featuring Chester Gregory and Dave Powers
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SEPT 7 / 2012
Akina Adderley & The Vintage Playboys Short North Stage’s Garden Theatre
DEC 28 / 2012
“Swingin’ the New Year�
Featuring Byron Stripling and Bobby Floyd
Lincoln Theatre
MAR 2 / 2013
“Motor City Soul Revue�
Featuring Mojoflo with special guests
Lincoln Theatre
APR 6 / 2013
Kyle Eastwood Short North Stage’s Garden Theatre
APR 26 / 2013 “Brass & Grass�
Featuring New Basics Brass Band & The Relentless Mules
Clintonville Woman’s Club
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Nurtur the Salon, 1581 W. Lane Ave., 43221, 614-487-3033. Every guest experiences a customized Aveda sensory ritual: a stressrelieving experience in a massage chair, a hand and arm massage, a mini-facial or an aromatic foot soak.
Suburban Destinations Convention & Visitors Bureau of Worthington, 777 High St., P.O. Box 225, 43085, 614-841-2545. Located on North High Street at the intersection of St. Rte. 161 and U.S. Rte. 23. Historic area with restaurants, shopping and entertainment. www.worthington.org Delaware County Tourism Bureau, 34 S. Sandusky St., Delaware, 43015, 740-3684748. Big time attractions and small town charm just north of Columbus. Home to Ohio Wesleyan University, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay, Olentangy Indian Caverns and the Little Brown Jug. www.visitdelohio.com Destination Hilliard, 5274 Norwich St., 43026, 614-664-3290. Hilliard is conveniently located just minutes northwest of downtown Columbus. Visit our family-friendly, charming, small-town-feel community where visitors become friends. Dublin Convention & Visitors Bureau, 9 S. High St., Dublin, 43017, 800-245-8387. Visit Dublin, where Irish is an attitude. Just northwest of Columbus. Closest hotels to Columbus Zoo, home of the Dublin Irish Festival, PGA Memorial Tournament and 14 hotels.
Fairfield County Visitors and Convention Bureau, 124 W. Main St., Ste. 200, Lancaster, 43130, 740-654-5929. Gahanna Convention & Visitors Bureau, 167 Mill St., 43230, 614-418-9114. Experience nostalgic Americana, just minutes from downtown Columbus. Paddle boat rides, waterfront eateries, quaint shops, historic landmarks, unique attractions, family-oriented. Grandview Marble Cliff Area Chamber of Commerce, 1258-B Grandview Ave., 43212, 614486-0196. Greater Licking County Convention & Visitors Bureau, 455 Hebron Rd., St. Rte. 79, Heath, 43056, 740-345-8224. Fabulous lodging, country inns, New England Village of Granville. History, arts, miles of bike trails, indoor/ outdoor waterparks, live theater, Longaberger Homestead, amazing golf. Grove City Area Visitors & Convention Bureau, 3378 Park St., 43123, 614-539-8747. Grove City is six miles from downtown Columbus. Morrow County Visitor’s Bureau, 80 N. Walnut St., Ste. B, Mt. Gilead, 43338, 419-947-7535. Reynoldsburg Visitor & Community Activities Bureau, P.O. Box 357, 43068, 614-866-4888. Located on I-70, 12 miles east of downtown Columbus. Home of the Tomato Festival, Livingston House Park and Museum, JC’s 5 Star Outlet and the Mount Carmel Fitness Challenge. www.visitreynoldsburg.com Ross-Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau, 45 E. Main St., Chillicothe, 45601, 800413-4118. Chillicothe, “Ohio’s First Capital,� is a short drive and is home to the “Tecumseh!� outdoor drama, historical sites and architecture, as well as 40+ miles of biking and walking trails. Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 124 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia, 44663, 330-602-2420. Official tourism bureau for Tuscarawas County, Ohio. Union County Convention & Visitors Bureau, 227 E. Fifth St., Marysville, 43040, 937-6426279. Union County has small town charm and hospitality. See covered bridges, Big Darby Plains Scenic Byway, unique restaurants and shops. 30 minutes from downtown Columbus. Wayne County Convention & Visitors Bureau, 428 W. Liberty St., Wooster, 44691, 330-2641800. Westerville Visitors & Convention Bureau, 20 W. Main St., 43081, 614-794-0401. Located 20 minutes northeast of downtown Columbus, exits 27 and 29 off I-270 and Exit 121 off I-71. Shopping district, eateries, antiques, arts, festivals, museums and gardens.
Wildlife Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., 43065, 614-645-3550. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a world of adventure that does a world of good. The zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals representing 650 species from around the globe. the Wilds, 14000 International Rd., Cumberland, 43732, 740-638-5030. Board a safari transport to view rare and endangered animals living in an open-range habitat at this 10,000-acre conservation center located in southeast Ohio. Open select days May-October.