Today’s Teaching Technology Technology and tech safety in the classroom
By Elise Conrad
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Whether you grew up with chalkboards, whiteboards or smartboards, you’ve seen it clearly: Classroom technology is constantly evolving. With growing access and increased funding, many schools today are equipped to provide each student with a device, marking a major shift in education.
Technology by age group
Ideally, technology evolves with students’ progress through their education. Elementary students often use tablets or touchscreen laptops to build foundational skills in math, reading and digital literacy. Throughout middle school and high school, students typically use Chromebooks, primarily for online, cloud-based tasks. However, this can vary from school to school. For example, all students K-12 at New Albany-Plain Local Schools use iPads. These devices allow students to learn how to research, type efficiently and collaborate with others. They also foster a
sense of personal responsibility, as many students keep their devices until graduation, with older students allowed to take devices home over summer break.
Is classroom technology safe?
Schools can restrict certain services, such as access to websites and apps, on
their student devices. Student logins are often restricted accounts with limited access to school-approved platforms, so students have limited access when they’re using their devices both in and out of school. Device monitoring software such as GoGuardian also allows teachers and IT staff to view students’ screens, push messages or lock devices during tests.
Schools have data privacy policies in place to comply with laws such as the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), through which websites and apps knowingly marketing to younger children must first obtain consent from a parent or guardian.
While most districts implement a variety of safeguards, depending on the depth of restrictions, students may be able to get around them via virtual private networks (VPNs). Additionally, some schools only have network-based content restrictions, which means that when students are not on a district’s Wi-Fi network, the restrictions no longer apply.
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The New York Times
The 1:1 technology programs make it easier for students to experience personalized learning and equal access to technology, making it more efficient for teachers to assign, collect and grade work. CS
Elise Conrad is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
New and Common Tech
Libraries are transforming from book resources into lab spaces, promoting both print and digital literacy to students. Take a look at how they’ve evolved over the years:
Pre-1950s: School libraries held limited resources and were primarily located within classrooms.
1950-60s: Libraries expanded, particularly after the launch of Sputnik, which prompted increased school funding in math and sciences.
1990-2000s: Schools increased their digital reach, focusing on improving students’ multimedia capabilities alongside the rise of technological advancements.
Present-day: School libraries are still used as tech hubs and learning centers for students of all ages, but with the presence of student devices, technology is becoming more widely accessible, and less used and depended on in libraries themselves.
From Chalkboards to Chatbots
The
rise of AI in classrooms
By Elise Conrad
Photo courtesy of osu.edu
As artificial intelligence technology evolves, so do school policies and local government guidance. Instead of jumping to outright bans, many policies emphasize educating students about the abilities and limitations of AI, as well as the importance of using it responsibly and ethically.
AI opinions and education
Many teachers and parents have expressed concern regarding students’ privacy and safety, as well as their responsibility not to use AI to cheat and do their work for them. According to a study by the Pew Research Center, a quarter of public K-12 teachers say they believe using AI does more harm than good.
Schools continue to navigate the challenges of AI by providing targeted training for teachers to help them better understand how to use it effectively in their classrooms.
To help teachers become more familiar with the tool and increase classroom usage, Microsoft and OpenAI announced a plan earlier this year to spend millions on a new program training teachers to use AI.
At the same time, many districts are proactively addressing ethical concerns by offering informational sessions for students and staff while fostering open communication with parents, stakeholders and com-
munity members to ensure transparency and build trust.
Some educational institutions, such as The Ohio State University, use Turnitin, an anti-plagiarism tool that detects AI-generated work and text that has been paraphrased by AI.
But AI has benefits, too. When used responsibly, AI becomes a management tool rather than a replacement. It can tailor lessons to students’ learning styles to help them learn better, give students immediate feedback on their work and perform administrative tasks for teachers so they can spend more time working with students.
Schools in and around Columbus
AI policies are becoming more accepted and common in schools all across the state.
Ohio’s 2025 state budget requires K-12 schools to adopt AI policies by July 2026, though it does not require districts to incorporate AI into curriculum. By the end of 2025, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is expected to create a model policy from which districts can draw inspiration.
OSU’s policy is to prohibit students from using AI unless explicitly permitted by instructors. That said, the university has introduced new lessons teaching AI basics, which will be part of the required
AI in Career and Technical Education
Many CTE Programs are embracing AI use as well. For example, construction and medical tech programs are taking advantage of Virtual Reality (VR) training to simulate job site conditions and procedures, while HVAC and mechanic programs are using AI as a predictive analytic and diagnostic tool to reduce guesswork and repair time. AI also helps technical students by providing on-the-spot feedback and troubleshooting assistance.
When to use (and not use) AI
When used as a tool, AI can be helpful, but it shouldn’t be used to replace the creative process entirely, according to a 2025 study reviewed by The Economist.
How to use AI:
•Generating an outline for a project or essay
•Assisting in research
•Fact-checking (with monitoring)
How not to use AI:
•Writing an essay or doing an entire project
•Using the research found through AI as your own
•Copy and pasting the answers AI gives without fact-checking
Launch Seminar course and first-year Success Series workshops for freshmen. At the district level, Dublin City Schools has established an AI policy that designates AI and Natural Language Processing as tools used to supplement, not replace, traditional learning methods. CS
Elise Conrad is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
Boom! Fizz! Splat!
Science fairs encourage curiosity and innovation for generations of students
By Disha Hoque
Chemicals clash and eyes widen as students display their hard work at the science fair. Colorful tri-folds, mechanical robots and figurines adorn fold-out tables as students travel through rows of experimentation, admiring their classmates’ work.
This familiar scene plays out in countless school gymnasiums annually, with roughly 10 million students, according to Science4Us, participating in science fairs.
From vinegar-filled volcanic eruptions to extensive research on chromosomal health, science fairs have become part of the American school experience. They’ve followed a similar model for years, with new technology and research leading the way.
How it all began
The earliest science fair event in the U.S. was hosted by the American Institute of New York in 1828. The industrial fair displayed agriculture, commerce and manufacturing inventions, showcasing revolutionary creations such as the iron plow.
In May 1928, the American Institute sponsored the first “children’s fair,” symbolizing a growing national interest in the next generation of innovators and scientists.
Twenty-two years later, the first National Science Fair was held in Philadelphia, with 30 school-aged finalists competing. The winners presented on antibiotics, chromosomal doubling, the laws of motion and paper chromatography.
The iconic egg drop experiment was born in a jet propulsion lab in the 1950s,
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earning the descriptor “au thentic learning” due to its real-life applications.
Science fairs of today
Although the science fair remains fundamentally the same, modern exhibitions offer students the chance to dive into contempo rary issues and utilize new technology to share their findings.
Fifth grade students at New Albany-Plain Local Schools have the opportunity to participate in an annual science fair and later advance to higher-level competitions. Although tradi tional cut-and-paste presentations remain in style, some students use their iPads and laptops to showcase video projects, digital presentations and other material.
Over the years, research topics have also changed. While classic projects such as potato batteries remain ever prevalent, students have also turned their attention toward popular concepts such as slime recipes, energy drink effects and STEMfocused ideas.
For example, Columbus Academy students Andrew Nevaisser, Isa Eribo and Hyunyoung “Bella” Lee presented their research, “Protein engineering through
The largest baking soda and vinegar volcano was recorded by Guinness World Records on May 9, 2015. The volcanic eruption measured roughly 4.3 feet and was crafted by students, staff and parents at Elmfield Rudolf Steiner School in Stourbridge, UK. It took 100 liters each of vinegar and baking soda solution to concoct.
DNA manipulation,” after spending the summer participating in the Columbus Academy Applied Science program.
Aside from colorful presentations, awards and impressing their peers, science fairs, exhibits and programs teach students lessons different from standard classwork.
“It helps students not be afraid of taking a chance,” says Dr. Sumona Ghosh Lester, science department chair at Columbus Academy. “They’re putting themselves in a position where a mistake is bound to happen, but it teaches them that’s part of the normal process. Part of learning and making new discoveries is embedded in trial and error and mistakes.” CS
Disha Hoque is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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Education Exploration
Unique educational spaces around central Ohio
By Avery Gillis
In a city as rich with art, history and science as Columbus, it’s not difficult to find educational spaces to visit. While COSI, the Columbus Museum of Art and the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium are all well-loved options, these educational hidden gems will help you step out of your comfort zone.
History
Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center
The Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center is a must-see destination for history enthusiasts or families seeking fire safety education. The downtown Columbus museum boasts a large collection of historical artifacts dating back to the days of horse-drawn fire vehicles, as well as extensive fire safety education that provides a safe environment for children to learn about emergencies. Wind down the trip with a visit to the Future Firefighters Academy, where children can experience what a firefighter experiences through hands-on learning.
Early Television Museum
The Early Television Museum features an impressive collection of televisions from the 1920s through the introduction of color TV in the 1950s. Many of the sets are in working condition, which means visitors can turn on different TVs to see what it was like to watch television in past eras. The newest display at this Hilliard museum is full of retro video games, open for public play and connected to time period-appropriate television sets.
The Arts
PBJ & Jazz
The PBJ & Jazz concert series is spearheaded by the Jazz Arts Group of Co-
lumbus to introduce children and their families to the magic of jazz. The concerts – taking place at the Topiary Park June through September, and the Lincoln Theatre November through March – are free to the public and feature a range of performances from the best of central Ohio’s local jazz scene, ensuring no two concerts are the same. The concerts offer younger children the opportunity to experience live music in a relaxed environment, while also introducing patrons of any age to a potentially unfamiliar genre of music.
Columbus Children’s Theatre
Columbus Children’s Theatre’s shows are geared toward children, of course, though they can appeal to any age. The troupe also offers educational programming for children who are interested in aspects of live theater, including acting, singing and even behind-the-scenes technical work.
Nature
Columbus Park of Roses
One of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S., the Columbus Park of Roses is home to more than 7,500 rose specimens,
as well as an arboretum with more than 138 varieties of trees and shrubs. Selfguided tours allow guests to learn about specimens of dogwood, redbuds and conifers, making the Clintonville park a great option for those interested in enriching their botanical knowledge.
The Wilds
For a weekend getaway unlike any other, look no further than The Wilds in southeast Ohio, near Zanesville. Spanning more than 10,000 acres, The Wilds – operated by the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium – is one of the largest conservation centers in the world and home to camels, giraffes, white rhinos and more. Experiences at The Wilds range from open-air safari tours to a ziplining adventure over the animal enclosures. There are also plenty of educational opportunities throughout the park, such as the Discovery Field Station, a pre-safari experience that teaches kids all about the great outdoors through handson activities. CS
Avery Gillis is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center
Luxury Living
Big Dream Home
BIA Parade of Homes returns to central Ohio
By Jane Dimel
courtesy of Epcon Communities and PNE Homes
If you spend much time on Pinterest, Houzz or similar websites, there’s a good chance you have a folder titled Dream Home filled with all your favorite ideas and inspirations.
What would you say if someone told you that you can see everything on that list within a short drive right here in central Ohio?
You may want to bring your wish list for reference as you explore homes of all sizes, styles, locations and price points during the 2025 BIA Parade of Homes.
For more than 70 years, the Building Industry Association of Central Ohio (BIA) has used the Parade to spotlight the top local communities, developments and builders, from Dublin and Grove City to Canal Winchester and Galena.
The BIA is bringing its A-game in 2025 with 17 builders – including 3 Pillar Homes, PNE Homes, M/I Homes, Diyanni Homes and Arbor Homes – displaying a variety of
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designs, from cozy farmhouses to open concept contemporary homes.
Along the route, you may find homes with the perfect front porch for a cozy swing, a space for the breakfast nook fit for family brunch with the kids, or an extra room for your dream library or movie theater.
Previous Featured Communities such as Jerome Village and Beulah Park continue to be popular spots for new, spacious homes. Beulah Park, for example, has one home from 3 Pillar and another from PNE this year. CS
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Fall in Love with Your Yard
Put your yard and garden to bed for the winter
By Korrigan Craddock
courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens/Jacob Fox
Fall isn’t just for raking leaves and wrapping up your garden hose. It’s the perfect time to prep your yard and garden for the approach of winter.
As you enjoy the changing leaves, here are some things to do to keep up with your yard and garden so you have less work when spring rolls around.
Yard maintenance
Before the first heavy frost and ground freeze of the year, take precautionary measures so your yard will thrive come March.
Lawn aeration and overseeding are the two most important things to do for your lawn in the fall, according to Ohio-based landscaping company Oasis Turf & Tree
Lawn aeration, a process that involves creating small holes in the ground, helps fertilizer, oxygen and water penetrate the ground. This improves the flow of air, water and nutrients to the grass roots.
Overseeding entails adding grass seed to your lawn without turning the soil. The warm soil combined with the cool air creates an environment ideal for grass seed germination, so seeds can sprout and begin to grow into new plants. This can help make your yard vibrant and your lawn dense for springtime.
Lawn care company Scotts recommends fertilizing and cutting your grass short so it can get the nutrients it needs to prepare for wintertime hibernation. The shorter cut allows for more sunlight to reach the base of the grass, while the fertilizer helps
the grass thrive and repair damage from the summer heat.
Remember to keep mowing and watering your yard throughout the fall. Continue to mow as long as your grass is still growing, and for the final mow of the season, cut the grass shorter than normal to prepare for snow. This helps prevent snow mold and matted grass and shortens the grass’s post-winter recovery time.
Garden maintenance
A plentiful spring garden is the product of a well-maintained garden year-round. Continuing maintenance such as weeding, watering and fertilization is important from the first bloom of spring to the point when heavy frost and frozen ground set in.
Plant brand Proven Winners suggests clearing out dying and plants to prevent the spread of disease.
Don’t wait until spring to plan your garden. Edible Ohio Valley suggests fall as the perfect time to reorganize your garden. Transplant any plant you have been wanting to move and clear out any stray leaves and vines before it’s all in full bloom.
The beautiful fall leaves can benefit your garden as well. Mulching leaves can help insulate your plants during the colder months. Be sure to apply a light layer; if the layer is too thick, your plants can suffocate. CS
Korrigan Craddock is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
Fall seeds
Fall is the perfect time to plant new items in your garden, since the soil is still warm. Here are some plants to plant in the fall:
• Spring bulbs such as tulips and hyacinths will thrive because they require a period of cold to bloom.
• Trees and shrubs also like the conditions of the weather cooling off while the ground till remains warm.
• Pansies and violas can grow their roots sufficiently in the warm soil before winter comes.
• Perennials can be planted, replanted and divided in the fall to encourage them to grow healthy roots before going dormant for the winter.
• Garlic, shallots and root vegetables are durable and can survive the harsh, unpredictable winters of Ohio.
• Daffodils, alliums and grape hyacinths can help with deterring deer and other animals from eating your produce throughout the season.
Information from Better Homes & Gardens and Edible Ohio Valley
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Fall in Full Color
Must-see fall foliage destinations
By Ella Jay
Photos courtesy of Jim Glab, Louis_Michel DESERT, Realshiro/Fotografie, rusm, Denis Tangney, Jr./iStock
AS AUTUMN ARRIVES, landscapes transform, turning into rich tapestries of crimson, gold and amber, changed by the fleeting complexion of nature’s paintbrush.
From the glowing aspens of the American West to the maple-crested hillsides of Japan, these destinations offer breathtaking fall foliage at its most vibrant.
Domestic Destinations
Kancamagus Highway, New Hampshire
Why it’s special: Also known as NH Route 112 or the Kanc, this National Scenic Byway is a classic New England leaf-peeping destination featuring fiery reds, oranges and golds.
Kancamagus Highway
Best time to go: Late September to early October
Experience: Drive through the White Mountain National Forest to enjoy scenic overlooks and a plethora of hiking options.
Nearby railways: Conway Scenic Railroad
Pro tip: Start your trip earlier in the day with a full tank; there are no gas stations along the Kanc.
Great Smoky Mountains, North Carolina and Tennessee
Why it’s special: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to one of the longest fall foliage seasons in the U.S. thanks to its range in elevation.
Aspen, Colorado
Its rich diversity of tree species creates a beautifully layered patchwork of colors.
Best time to go: Mid-October through early November
Experience: Enjoy more than 800 miles of hiking trails, heritage train rides, historic buildings, wildlife and misty mountain vistas.
Nearby railways: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Pro tip: Don’t forget to also admire the park’s fall wildflowers, which bloom in abundance along roadways.
Why it’s special: This town is known for its golden aspen groves that shimmer amongst deep evergreens and snowcapped peaks, set against the backdrop of the iconic Rocky Mountains.
Best time to go: Mid- to late September
Experience: Enjoy mountain drives, gondola rides, high-end restaurants and boutiques, historic landmarks and plenty of outdoor recreation options.
Pro tip: Enhance your trip with a traverse through the Lost Forest, or enjoy a local fall festival, such as the Aspen Filmfest.
Autumn Abroad
Nikko, Japan
Why it’s special: Nikko National Park offers a spiritual and historic retreat – home to a profusion of waterfalls, hot springs, temples and a UNESCO World Heritage site – amid sacred mountains brimming with the stunning crimsons, oranges and golds of maple and gingko trees.
Best time to go: Late October to early November
Experience: Immerse yourself in cultural heritage and natural wonders, take a scenic train or boat ride, or visit the Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura theme park.
Nearby railways: Tobu Railway
Pro tip: Walk the Setoaikyo Canyon for an unparalleled view of fall foliage against sheer cliffs.
Nikko
Aspen
Bavarian Alps, Germany
Why it’s special: This destination is renowned for its rolling hills and forests –dotted with deep reds, oranges and yellows in the fall – as well as its fairytale castles.
Best time to go: Early to mid-October
Experience: Explore charming villages, take a castle tour or scenic hike, and enjoy the region’s beautiful mountain lakes.
Nearby railways: Bavarian Zugspitze Railway Pro tip: Neuschwanstein and Linderhof
Castles are some of Bavaria’s most popular attractions. Book tour tickets online in advance to make the most of your time.
The Laurentians, Quebec, Canada
Why it’s special: The Laurentian Mountains offer some of the most vibrant and intense fall colors on the continent, with maple, birch and oak trees that turn into blazing shades of scarlet and gold.
Best time to go: Late September to early October
Experience: Enjoy a cozy atmosphere, lakeside resorts, a surplus of hiking trails, harvest celebrations and FrenchCanadian flair.
Nearby railways: Train de Charlevoix
Pro tip: See the Laurentians from above with a trip on Mont-Tremblant National Park’s panoramic gondola ride. CS
Ella Jay is an assistant editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at ejay@cityscenemediagroup.com
Fall Foliage Facts
As days grow shorter and temperatures drop, trees stop producing chlorophyll, allowing secondary pigments to shine through. Timing and color depend on the tree species, weather and location, with factors such as temperature, sunlight and elevation playing important roles.
Yellow and Gold
Trees such as birch, aspen, hickory, poplar and ginkgo produce carotenoids, the same pigments found in carrots, providing leaves with bright yellow and gold coloring. Yellows typically appear earlier in fall, most commonly in northern regions with higher latitudes and elevations.
Red and Crimson
Trees such as red maple, dogwood, sour wood and black tupelo produce anthocy anins, pigments that thrive in sunny days and cool nights, giving leaves a deep red or even purplish hue. Though some reds begin to show mid-fall, these hues often linger later into the season, and dominate in southern locations with lower elevations and warmer temperatures.
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Orange
Sugar maple, sassafras, beech and some oak trees produce a mix of anthocyanins and carotenoids, giving leaves an orange hue. Sugar maples in particular can show a gradient of orange, red and yellow all in one leaf. These trees begin to show color mid-fall, and are most common in mid-latitude regions such as the Appalachians, Great Lakes and Pacific Northwest foothills.
Brown and Bronze
Oaks and beeches produce tannins, resulting in warm brown or russet tones. These trees are late turners, often holding onto their leaves long into winter. These hues are especially common in midwestern and southern forests.
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Off the Canvas
Chilean muralist visits Dublin for exhibition and residency
By Avery Gillis
Photos courtesy of Dublin Arts Council
PUBLIC ART BRINGS the gallery right to your backyard and is one of the staples of the central Ohio art scene. Keep an eye out for new pieces in Dublin as the city welcomes visiting artist Alejandro “Mono” González.
González, a Chilean muralist and printmaker, displays his art at the Dublin Arts Council Gallery Sept. 13-Oct. 30. An internationally renowned talent, González painted his first mural at 17, inspired by ideas of social justice and hope.
González’s exhibition takes place during Hispanic Heritage Month.
“Now, more than ever, diversity of voices is very important. I think that the community always benefits from constantly bringing new ideas and new folks,” says Dublin Arts Council Engagement Manager Paige Dempsey. “He really ties artistic
“The beauty of working spontaneously is that something beautiful and unexpected comes through.”
Alejandro “Mono” González
expression to civic expression, which I think is really important now, too.”
The exhibition features a range of González’s work, from photographs of his murals around the world to some of his original cloth prints. Additionally, one of the gallery rooms will house an art-making space where guests can help contribute to the gallery.
González will also complete a residency focused on community engagement and public art in Dublin. He will speak with high school students from Dublin City Schools on his experience as a muralist and collaborate with them on a small mural, which will be gifted to the schools once completed.
“Working with an internationally renowned, very high-caliber artist is a unique opportunity for the students,” Dempsey says. “He’s featured in textbooks about how art intersects with social action, so we’re really pleased to bring him.”
Local artist Adam Hernandez will create a public mural cube under the mentorship of González. The cube is an easily transportable form of mural art that can be displayed in different areas around the community. The mural will be completed in a public space so passersby can observe how the art takes shape.
A panel discussion will be held at the Dublin branch of the Columbus Metro-
politan Library featuring González, Hernandez and other prominent academics and artists in Columbus.
Three master-class printmaking workshops will take place at the Dublin Arts Council and library. The workshops are open to anyone who wants to try their hand at making their own art.
Visit www.dublinarts.org to stay up to date on information about the exhibition and residency. CS
Avery Gillis is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com
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ON VIEW Dates and shows are subject to change. Visit the websites for more information.
Gallery Exhibits
24 Lincoln St. Gallery & Art Studios: Work by Amy Adams, Moon Evans, Lisa Parks Godfrey, Kara Razek and Tamar Rudavsky. Open Sept. 1-Oct. 31. www.sharon weissgallery.com
934 Gallery: Work by Aaron Burleson, Hannah Mosley and Christine Gaffney. Open through Sept. 6. www.934gallery.org
Adamah Ceramics: By My Hands: Hilos de Mi Ser. Nicole McLaughlin’s exhibit showcases painted ceramic pieces featuring colorful tapestry as a means of reflecting on their identity. Open Sept. 6-Oct. 26. www.adamahceramics.com
Columbus Museum of Art: Tacita Dean: Blind Folly. Work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean, including film and
printmaking. Open Oct. 8-March 8. www. columbusmuseum.org
Columbus Museum of Art at The Pizzuti: Las Vegas Ikebana: Maren Hassinger and Senga Nengudi. This exhibition is the first museum retrospective on the pioneering collective and cross-disciplinary practices of artists Maren Hassinger and Senga Nengudi. Open through Jan. 11. www. columbusmuseum.org/columbus-museumof-art-at-the-pizzuti
Hammond Harkins Galleries: Serious Play. Karen Snouffer creates 2-D and 3-D works with themes based on contradiction and movement, all expressed through collages, paintings, sculptures and installations. Open Sept. 5-30. Bodies of Work. Lynn Hetherington enjoys creating
mixed-media pieces that combine found objects and unexpected materials, often incorporating elements of fashion. Open Oct. 3-31. www.hammondharkins.com
Hawk Galleries: Peter Bremers: Glacial Reminiscence. Peter Bremers creates glass pieces reflecting his love of icebergs and tendency to see them as “nature’s floating sculpture garden.” Open Sept. 4-Oct. 25. www.hawkgalleries.com
Hayley Gallery: Unsupervised Destinations. Works from painters Robin Roberts and Carolyn DeMaggio. Open Sept. 13-Oct. 13. Rooted in Story. Works by mixed-media artist Marcus Blackwell and interior designer Mary Burkhardt. Open Oct. 18-Nov. 10. www.localartohio.com
Mac Worthington Studio: Out West. Exhibition of expressionistic paintings by Mac Worthington featuring west-
Hammond Harkins Galleries
Adamah Ceramics
ern towns. Open Sept. 1-Oct. 31. www. macworthington.com
Marcia Evans Gallery: Paintings by Richard Ferguson in media including oils, Venetian plaster and acrylics. Open Sept. 6-Oct. 27. www.marciaevansgallery.com
Open Door Columbus: Comic Convergence. This exhibition invites visitors to explore the rich tapestry of storytelling, where every panel breathes life into heroes, villains and everyday wonders. Open through Oct. 10. www.open doorcolumbus.org
OSU Faculty Club Gallery: Across the Field - An Artistic Tribute. A juried exhibition honoring the spirit of The Ohio State University, featuring works by 21 artists in various media. Open through Oct. 23. www.ohio-statefacultyclub.com
Otterbein University www.otterbein.edu/art/art-exhibit-schedule
• Fisher Gallery: Urushi: exploring the chromacosm. This exhibition features work by Vietnamese-born urushi artist Nhat Tran. Open through Dec. 5.
• The Frank Museum of Art: Ukiyo-e’s Living Legacy: The Yoshida Family Prints. Prints from the Yoshida family from the Flaten Art Museum at St. Olaf College. Open through Dec. 5.
• Miller Gallery: Gathering Currents. Work created by faculty and staff across multiple disciplines and media. Open through Nov. 9.
Riffe Gallery: A Common Thread. The exhibition features 16 Ohio artists and is curated by Caren Petersen and Char Norman. Open through Oct. 3. www.oac.ohio.gov
Sean Christopher Gallery: Head Count. Ohio-based artists Chris Taylor and Eileen Woods exhibit their series “Front” by Taylor and “The Waiting Room” by Woods together. Taylor and Woods make it possible for viewers to widen their perceptions of how time sometimes seems to stand still. Open Sept. 6-Oct. 18. www. seanchristophergallery.com
Sharon Weiss Gallery: Sandra Aska creates ceramic figures with neutral and enigmatic expressions to convey personal confusion and dismay about the world. Open Sept. 4-28. Tripping Over the Underneath. Daniel Ferlan unveils a dreamlike cast of symbolic figures, masked characters, blooming skulls and ghostly animals that inhabit landscapes where memory, innocence and dread collide. Open Oct. 2-26. www.sharonweissgallery.com
Southeast’s Fresh A.I.R. Gallery: Manic Depressive Stillness. Taylor McKinley’s work reflects his background in urban planning and cartography, weaving together layers of the built and natural environment to form digital collages. Open through Sept. 17. www.southeasthc.org/ services/freshairgallery
Studios on High Gallery: The Golden Hour. Annette Simon’s exhibition captures Golden Hour via oil paintings. Open Sept. 6-Oct. 2. Glass Counterpane. A collection of glass hangings and table covers by Beth Himsworth, recognizing the work of millions of women who created with textiles over the years. Open Oct. 4-30. www.studiosonhigh.com
The Arts Castle: Senior Showcase: Art after 55. Original artwork in a variety of media by Delaware County residents ages 55 and up. Open through Oct. 11. www. artscastle.org
Otterbein University Fisher Gallery
Hayley Gallery
OSU Faculty Club Gallery
The Schumacher Gallery: The Art of Presence. This group exhibition highlights the work of the Ohio Representational Art Collective and showcases various art forms, from drawings and paintings to sculptures. Artist talks and live demonstrations are scheduled during the exhibition. Open Sept. 8-Dec. 5. www.capital.edu/student-life/artsand-culture/schumacher-gallery
Urban Arts Space: Restless Office. Marta Nowak’s exhibition reimagines the workplace
Landscape and Beyond
as a dynamic and responsive environment that adapts to the fluid demands of contemporary work culture. Open through Oct. 10. Laura Da’: Why Lazarus. The exhibition celebrates the work of Shawnee poet and educator Laura Da’ by emphasizing the significance of the Scioto Trail for connecting towns and settlements of her ancestral communities in Ohio. Open Oct. 14-Nov. 15. www.uas.osu.edu
Wexner Center for the Arts: Eric N. Mack. Mack’s visual vocabulary of paint-
ing, textiles and fashion converge and expand the notion of sculpture and painting as a medium. Nanette Carter: Sentinels Brings together key works from the Columbus-born artist’s nearly 50-year career. Veronica Ryan: Unruly Objects. Ryan’s abstract and multifaceted sculptures present a network of connections influenced by transatlantic exchanges, global histories of travel and narratives of healing and belonging. All open through Jan. 11. www.wexarts.org
Wild Goose Creative: The Great Procrastinator. Alejandro Bellizzi is an interdisciplinary artist and writer whose work explores mental illness, grief, abandonment, cultural displacement and the purpose of imagination in a status-driven world. Open Sept. 12-30. Nuclear Connections. Photos, interactive art, drawings, sculptures, environmental art and activist art created by Calder Lenhart and Sabrina Manygoats discusses the environment and radioactive contamination, and dives into hidden histories. Block by Block. Images from community art walk known as Block by Block. Both open Oct. 10-Nov. 4. www.wildgoosecreative.com
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Picks&Previews
Keep your eyes peeled for these events!
The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio presents Alice by Heart Sept. 4-21
Riffe Center Theatre
77 S. High St.
Reality escapism is aplenty in Alice in Wonderland, and this rendition explores a new realm by following two friends seeking refuge into their favorite story amidst the dangers of World War II. www.thecontemporaryohio.org
Short North Stage presents Green Day’s American Idiot Sept. 4-28
Garden Theatre
1187 N. High St.
This emotionally raw story follows three friends as they navigate a post-9/11 America, each searching for meaning. Powerful Green Day songs capture the essence of their struggles and the realities they face. www.shortnorthstage.org
Columbus Oktoberfest
Sept. 5-7
Ohio Expo Center
717 E. 17th Ave.
Schmidt’s presents Columbus Oktoberfest with a weekend celebrating German
heritage through live entertainment, food, drinks and games. www.columbusoktoberfest.com
Cody Johnson
Sept. 19-20, 7:30 p.m.
Nationwide Arena
200 W. Nationwide Blvd.
Three-time Country Music Television (CMT) Music Award winner Cody Johnson comes to Columbus for his Leather Deluxe Tour. www.nationwidearena.com
Lorde
Sept. 23, 7 p.m.
Schottenstein Center
555 Borror Dr.
Grammy Award-winning artist Lorde (“Royals,” “Green Light”) comes to Columbus for her Ultrasound World Tour with opening acts by The Japanese House and Chanel Beads. www.schottenstein center.com
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Lorde
Columbus Children’s Theatre presents In The Land of Oz
Sept. 26-Nov. 2
Step into a twisted version of Oz with the Columbus Children’s Theatre. This retelling, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s The Marvelous Land of Oz, takes audience members on a journey through the dark aftermath of the fallen Emerald City. www. columbuschildrenstheatre.org
Experience the powerful music of Beethoven with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and acclaimed Ukrainian pianist Anna Fedorova. www.columbussymphony.com
The Lumineers
Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m.
Schottenstein Center
555 Borror Dr.
Two-time Grammy Award-nominated folk band The Lumineers (“Ho Hey,” “Ophelia”) comes to Columbus with special guest Chance Peña. www.schottensteincenter.com
Jazz Arts Group presents A Handful of Keys
Oct. 2, 8 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre
769 E. Long St.
Join the Jazz Arts Group as it welcomes its new concert grand piano with Columbus pianists Bobby Floyd and Dave Powers, as well as local artists. www.jazzartsgroup.org
COSI After Dark: Apocalypse
Oct. 9, 7-10 p.m.
COSI
333 W. Broad St.
For those who are over the age of 21 and have a sense of whimsy, head to COSI to explore the science behind disaster preparation and test your skills for apoc-
columbus italian festival
Celebrating 70 Years of Sisterhood
Italian Cultural Tent Hourly
Presentations
Cugini Law Bocce Tournaments
Columbus Italian Club CIC Childrens Rides and Activities
Sunday 1:00PM Piave Club Italian Parade from Bu les Ave. to High St. into Festival Grounds
Sunday 2:00PM Marching Band Competition in the 10TV Tent
The Lumineers
alypse readiness in your bunker chic-best costumes with hands-on activities and themed cocktails to enjoy. www.cosi.org
Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 10-26
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell
Dress up with your family in your favorite costumes and join your favorite Boo at the Zoo characters for a family-friendly Halloween celebration with themed activities and more. www.columbuszoo.org
Opera Columbus presents The Old Man and the Sea
Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 12, 2 p.m.
Mershon Auditorium
1871 N. High St.
This breathtaking stage adaptation of Ernest Hemingway’s 1952 novella explores themes of economy, ecology, exploitation and passion alongside a unique stage setup including pools of water. www. operacolumbus.org
Columbus Italian Festival
Oct. 10-12
St. John The Baptist Italian Catholic Church
168 E. Lincoln St.
Celebrate Italian culture with three days packed with food and entertainment, featuring activities such as a parade, Sunday Mass and a bocce tournament. www. columbusitalianfestival.com
PNC Broadway in Columbus presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Oct. 12-Nov. 1
Ohio Theatre
39 E. State St.
Jump into the wizarding world of Harry Potter with this six-time Tony Awardwinning play. Go on an unbelievable
journey with Harry Potter’s son, Albus, and the son of Potter’s biggest rival, Draco Malfoy, as they try to right wrongs and prove their worth as wizards. www. columbus.broadway.com
Adam Sandler’s You’re My Best Friend Tour
Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Nationwide Arena
200 W. Nationwide Blvd.
Experience a night of laughs with comedian, actor and producer Adam Sandler as he returns to the world of comedy on his stand-up tour. www.nationwidearena.com
BalletMet presents REMI REMI REMI Oct. 17-25
Davidson Theatre
77 S. High St.
Experience three dynamic ballets by Remi Wörtmeyer, BalletMet’s new artistic director, in a mixed-repertoire ballet. www.balletmet.org
ProMusica Chamber Orchestra presents Béla Fleck’s Rhapsody in Blue Oct. 18-19, 7 p.m.
Southern Theatre
21 E. Main St.
Be dazzled by Grammy Award-winning banjo player Béla Fleck and the orchestra with an evening full of Gershwin and Beethoven. www.promusicacolumbus.org
Chamber Music Columbus presents VOCES8
Oct. 24, 7 p.m.
Southern Theatre
21 E. Main St.
Witness Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble VOCES8 as it performs a night full of radiant music. www.chamber musiccolumbus.org
Highball Halloween
Oct. 25
Short North Arts District
Model your best costume on High Street. Participate in the public costume contest, party with your friends, enjoy local vendors or watch models on the runway during the Costume Couture Fashion Show. www.highballcolumbus.org
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