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LAST WORDZ The magnetic life and tragic death of Sheron “Nes Wordz” Colbert

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The List: Memorable food items in ‘Seinfeld’ episodes

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Staff Question: Who or what do you consider your nemesis?

COMMUNITY 8

Feature: Local podcaster explores Ohio’s place in history

10 Local Politics: 2018 ballot issue on guns a possibility 11 Reply All

12 Things We Love: Picks from Matt Majesky

81 things to do this week

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music 14 COVER: Last Wordz 18 Feature: Counterfeit Madison 19 Preview: Blake Skidmore 20 Preview: David Bazan 21 Previews: Last call at Double Happiness, Knuckle Puck, Pere Ubu

arts 22 Feature: Kenya Davis 24 Preview: Hanif Abdurraqib at Gramercy Books 25 Previews: Structural Circumstances E.G. 5, Pizzuti Collection, Fior Angelico ColumbusAlive.com | Thursday, November 16, 2017

26 Movie Review: Lady Bird 28 Now in theaters

eat & drink 30 Feature: Smoked on High 32 Behind Bars: Annie Williams Pierce 33 Food News

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Memorable Food Items in ‘Seinfeld’ Episodes

By Erica Thompson With Jerry Seinfeld coming to the Palace Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 16, we figured we should write a list about food, which advanced numerous “Seinfeld” plot lines.

So pull up a chair and join us for this presentation about nothing, especially since George’s mom made all this paella!

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Soup Mmm … jambalaya! If I were ranking these items, soup would be the obvious number one, thanks to the Soup Nazi. But the slurpable dish also interfered with Jerry’s plans to keep a promise to the annoying Kenny Bania. And it left us wondering: Is soup really a meal? What if you crumble crackers in it?

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Mackinaw Peaches As Jerry would say, “fruit’s a gamble,” but not if it’s a Mackinaw peach, only ripe for two weeks each year. The peach ultimately ended George’s relationship with a new girlfriend, but, more importantly, the episode contains one of my favorite poetic lines from Newman: “You can’t taste them? Why waste them? Why not give them all to me?”

Marble Rye Who would bring bread to dinner and take it back?

George’s parents, that’s who. George’s in-laws forgot to put the Costanzas’

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marble rye out during the meal, but Frank Costanza felt it was “deliberate.” To save face, George devised a scheme that resulted in Jerry robbing an old woman and Kramer driving a gassy horse and carriage. (Spoiler alert: The plan failed.)

Babka The same bakery that ran out of marble rye also served Jerry and Elaine a “hair with a cake around it.” The pastry in question was the cinnamon babka, which they were stuck with when the chocolate babka sold out. More unforeseen circumstances ensued, making them late to a party. If only they had listened to George and picked up Pepsi and Ring Dings instead.

Jujyfruits Elaine and her boyfriend, Jake Jarmel, were already on shaky ground because he didn’t use an exclamation point where it was warranted. But she completely ruined things by buying Jujyfruits after hearing he was in the hospital — even though the counter was right there …

Muffin Tops Elaine and her former boss, Mr. Lippman, teamed up to sell bottomless muffins (FYI: You have to make the whole muffin, “pop the top and toss the stump”). Their company name? Top of the Muffin to You! (note the exclamation point).

Gum What are the holidays all about? Three buddies sitting around, chewing

gum. Or so said Kramer, who went to great lengths — and recruited a reluctant Jerry — to help Lloyd Braun recover from a mental breakdown.

Chinese Food In one episode, the characters spent the whole time waiting for a table in a Chinese restaurant. In another, Elaine “named names” and had her boyfriend, Ned Isakoff, blacklisted from Hop Sing’s restaurant. It’s a painful fate for Isakoff, who reads communist literature because he is not only “very well-read” but, “very, well, red.”

Junior Mints Who’s gonna turn down a Junior Mint? It’s chocolate, peppermint, delicious and can stave off deadly infections during surgeries.

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Alex Hastie

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local podcaster explores Ohio’s place in history

By Erica Thompson

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ot only is Ohio a swing state in presidential elections, but it has also proven to be a bellwether state, or an indicator of which candidate will be elected. According to Kyle Kondik, author of the 2016 book “The Bellwether: Why Ohio Picks the President,” the state

has only selected the losing candidate twice since 1896.

It is Ohio’s role in both national and international history that is highlighted in Alex Hastie’s Columbus-based podcast, “Ohio v. the World,” which featured Kondik as a guest on episode two, “Ohio v. the Electoral College.” In the rest of season one, which premiered in March 2017,

listeners learned more about the broader impact of Ohio events like the 1970 Kent State shootings and Ohio-based people like Victoria C. Woodhull, widely considered to be the first woman candidate for president of the United States.

“Where do you get your history these days?” asked Hastie, who will launch season two of “Ohio v. the World” with a par-

ty at the Columbus Italian Club on Saturday, Nov. 18. (The podcast is available on ohiovtheworldpodcast.com, iTunes and other platforms.) “The History Channel is a joke. [It’s] mostly shows about ‘Ice Road Truckers’ and aliens. … I think my goal is to bring history to a younger generation of people, and bring it to them in a format that’s a little more fun.”

The 15-episode season will wrap up in the spring, when “Ohio v. the World” will also facilitate its first Ohio-history podcast and video-essay contest for high school seniors. The winners will be awarded scholarships via Hastie’s nonprofit, Ohio History Podcast Educational Assistance Corp.

Encouraging both young people and adults to learn about history is important for understanding current events, Hastie said. An upcoming episode about Ohio Senator Benjamin Wade is an applicable example. Wade nearly replaced President Andrew Johnson, who was impeached by the House of Representatives. (He was subsequently acquitted in the Senate.) “[Johnson] was almost a Trump-like president. … He was hated by people in both parties,” Hastie explained. “People have been talking about impeaching Trump for a year now. … [So] how did it happen before? We’re trying to look at things through a modern lens.”

Similarly, around the time of the August “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, the podcast touched on the 1924 riots in Niles, Ohio. Twenty-five thousand Ku Klux Klan members visited for a parade and were confronted by 10,000 members of the anti-Klan group Flaming Circle of Knights.

The military was called in and residents were confined to their homes for 10 days. But, according to Hastie’s research, the event diminished the influence of the KKK. “It’s one example from Ohio history that we can use to look at a modern problem,” Hastie said. “Sometimes it’s not [successful]. Sometimes [in] Ohio versus the world, the world wins.”

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Hastie, a lawyer and musician in hip-hop cover band the Winnie Cooper Project, recommends both a book and an Ohio beer during each episode, which is generally kept to an hour. In addition to authors like Kondik, guests include historians, professors, journalists and personnel from the Ohio History Connection.

“It’s been a great collaboration,” said Todd Kleismit, the Ohio History Connection’s director of community & government relations. “I think a little too often history is perceived to be dry and uninteresting, or just about rote dates on a timeline. One of the things I really love about [Hastie’s] program is that it does bring history alive, and it’s not the Wikipedia version where it’s just a narrative. It’s highly nuanced.”

One of those nuanced episodes is “Ohio v. the Nazis,” centered on Ohio State athlete Jesse Owens, well-known for his gold-medal wins at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin.

“But what you don’t know about Jesse Owens is all the stuff he goes through before the Olympics and when he comes back. The president won’t even meet with him,” said Hastie, who also got into discussions about The Great Migration, which brought the Owens family and millions of other African-Americans to northern states beginning in the early 1900s.

“There’s so much stuff going on around Jesse Owens that really makes the show a lot more informative and a lot more fun,” Hastie continued. “By the end of it, you really don’t care how fast he ran the 100 meters.”

Next, Hastie will delve into the rivalry between Ohio State and the University of Michigan on one of the first episodes of season two, just in time for the upcoming football game. The show will explore the states’ 1835-36 battle over modern-day Toledo as the root of the longstanding conflict.

Another new episode will focus on Westerville’s Agnes Meyer Driscoll and other women who decoded enemy communications during World War I and II.

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2018 ballot issue on guns a possibility

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Ohioans have never voted on a statewide ballot issue on guns.

That could change in 2018, if gun-safety groups decide Ohio voters are receptive to requiring background checks on all gun purchases.

Ohioans for Gun Safety, a recently formed coalition of seven organizations, has begun to evaluate the potential for grassroots support and financial backing for a ballot issue.

Another new group, the Ohio Coalition for Common Sense, recently became the eighth statewide alliance organized by former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and her husband, former Navy Capt. Mark Kelly. In January 2011, Giffords was among 19 people shot in a suburb of Tucson, Arizona, by a mentally ill man. Six died, and Giffords was permanently disabled with a head wound.

Those groups could find support from the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, named for the late James Brady, press secretary to President Ronald Reagan. In March 1981, Brady was shot in the head during an assassination attempt on Reagan.

The Brady Act, named for him, was signed into law in 1993 by President Bill Clinton. It requires background checks when gun buyers purchase from federally licensed dealers.

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blocked an estimated 3 million sales to prohibited purchasers, mostly convicted felons, domestic abusers and those previously judged mentally ill.

In recent years, however, gun sales increasingly have taken place outside the network of federally licensed dealers, especially over the internet and at gun shows. One in five gun sales now are estimated to take place outside the network.

That trend, combined with the frequency of mass shootings, has prompted gun-safety groups to adopt a state-by-state political strategy in the face of an ultra-conservative Congress that shows no interest in closing background-check loopholes.

National surveys consistently have shown a large majority of Americans support universal background checks. Those polls have been largely validated in recent state ballot tests. In November 2016, California, Nevada and Washington approved initiatives to prohibit any transfer of a firearm without a background check.

A similar initiative lost (48-52) in Maine.

With last year’s three victories, 19 states and the

District of Columbia now require universal background checks.

On average, 93 people die each day from gun violence in the United States, according to the Brady Campaign. That number includes seven children and teens.

Unfortunately, the National Rifle Association and aligned organizations long ago relinquished their historic support for responsible gun ownership in the interest of maximizing gun sales. Legislative efforts to bolster responsible gun ownership are opposed, in knee-jerk fashion, by the NRA and its sister groups, who claim those efforts are a first step toward government confiscation of guns.

Jim Irvine, board president of the Buckeye Firearms Association, recently echoed that reasoning, telling Ohio media that background checks will lead to mandatory registration.

Only the United States makes it easy for criminals and the deranged to buy all types of weapons with practically unlimited firepower.

Perhaps Ohioans soon will get a chance to adopt a more reasoned policy.

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Linus Linus is the cutest puppy in the whole wide world! After years of wanting to get a dog, I finally live in a place that will allow me to have one. Sure, he shits on the floor a lot and wakes me up at night, but I love him a whole bunch.

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last wordz The magnetic life and tragic death of Sheron “Nes Wordz” Colbert

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By Andy Downing

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he Saturday morning before rapper Nes Wordz closed out ComFest in June, he shared a tearful conversation with friend and fellow MC Darrio Lamont, who began the day attending his father’s funeral in Cleveland.

“I didn’t have the best relationship with my father, but [Nes was] crying because he wants to be so close to his friends. [He] was like, ‘I’m upset I’m never going to have the chance to meet your father, because you’re my brother and I want to have the opportunity to meet all your parents,’” said Lamont,

who met Nes in 2007 and joined him in concert at ComFest that night, completing the three-hour drive down I-71 South just moments before taking the stage. “He’s that kind of guy. He’d give to a fault. Trying to give somebody a hand, he’d give a whole arm.”

In memory of his father’s passing, Lamont requested Nes perform “If It’s My Time,” a defiant, live-tillyou’re-gone track the rapper penned in remembrance of friend and activist MarShawn McCarrel, who died by suicide in February 2016.

For Nes, the ComFest performance capped a years-long stretch that had seen him rise from talented collaborator to a heralded solo act capable of enthralling a capacity crowd, many of whom rapped along to every word spit by the tall, lanky artist. Producer Jack “Tha Audio Unit” Burton later said that onstage that night it appeared clear to him that Nes had finally accepted what many in Columbus had long been telling him: He was, at an absolute minimum, the best rapper in the city.

Still, Nes had one more promise to keep. As his set wound down, he made

eye contact with Lamont and said, “I got you.” At that point, Magna Media Group founder Demetrius “SupaNatra” Howard, a rapper and producer who doubled as Nes’ official DJ, queued up “If It’s My Time,” which the MC introduced with a short, characteristically bombastic speech. “If this is my last time performing,” he said, “I want to leave you with this.”

Less than 12 hours later Nes would be hospitalized with a head injury and a broken leg, and four days later he was dead, leaving behind a cloud of rumor and speculation that has persisted for months.

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always so relaxed in his own skin, and he always wanted to know the human condition.”

Those childhood years were tumultuous for Nes and his younger sister, Essence. The family moved often, usually related to the off-and-on nature of the relationship between the parents, which necessitated multiple school changes. In her early 20s, Shirley also struggled with drug and alcohol abuse, an addiction she traced to losing her mother and father three months apart while she was pregnant with Nes. “I would get my kids together after school, get them to do their homework and make them dinner, and then all night I would drink and drug,” she said. “I did that for some years because it was hard to function, thinking, ‘I have to figure all this out for myself.’”

When Nes was 12, his father was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, an often disabling disease of the central nervous system.

Confronted with the unfolding health crisis, Harold, who is in a wheelchair, withdrew from family life to tend to his illness, which left a deep impact on Nes. “There was a time in my life where my father was so wrapped up in dealing with his condition that his job raising me became a secondary priority,” said Nes in a January 2017 Alive interview (he made amends with his father in his mid-20s). “I understood that, but I was still a kid, so I didn’t give a fuck what I understood. I needed him, and that left a lot of resentment and anger in me for a long time.”

Around the time of his father’s diagnosis, Nes, who derived his stage name by abbreviating his earliest rap moniker, Finesse the Wordsmith, performed his first concert at the Toledo venue The Junction during a hip-hop showcase, continuing a pattern established in infancy, where music functioned as both a pressure release and a calming agent. “Music is the one thing that never left me … and never judged me,” Nes said.

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ollowing Nes’ freshman year of high school, Shirley moved her children to Columbus, owing to a desire to experience a different city, as well as a need to find a new school for her son, who was expelled from Toledo School for the Arts for a prank that landed a teacher in the hospital. (Nes slipped ex-lax into an instructor’s coffee, an act for which he expressed deep remorse and embarrassment while discussing the incident years later.)

In 2001, Nes enrolled at Walnut Ridge High School on the East Side, where his lyrical abilities made an immediate impression on classmates such as Speak Williams and Vada Azeem, who, at the time, rapped under the name L.e. for the Uncool. In Nes’ first week, he squared off against Azeem in a celebrated lunchtime rap battle staged at an outdoor spot at Walnut Ridge known as “The Path,” where kids would sneak to smoke or throw dice, since teachers never patrolled the area.

“I had the name at the time,” said Azeem, whom the crowd voted as winner, though he now grudgingly concedes the victory to Nes. “He was saying crazy lines, and the crowd was going off. It was like they didn’t want to give him props, but he was so good they had to.”

The two became immediate friends, joining classmate Deron Arnold in hip-hop trio the Thoroughbreds and connecting over interests they largely kept secret from the rest of the school.

“We bonded because he was a hood dude from the ghetto and wrapped up in gang activity, but behind closed doors we were comic book geeks. We both skateboarded. We had these common interests we couldn’t let the homies know we had,” Azeem said.

The two even started a book exchange, trading novels such as “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe and “The Souls of Black Folk” by W.E.B. Du Bois, and Azeem credits the advanced

vocabulary the two flashed in their rhymes to the books they digested in secret.

While in high school, Nes also connected with Chad “C10” Tennant, a Walnut Ridge alum and part of the hip-hop collective Omnibreed. Through Tennant, Nes was introduced to Kid Magic, a former DJ who ran a recording studio out of the attic of his Oakland Park home, which is where the rapper recorded his first studio tracks.

“I didn’t realize how young he was at the time, but when I picked him up to go to the studio, I had to go into the home and get permission from his mother,” Tennant said. “The first solo record he recorded was called ‘Spit These Lines.’ [Being in the studio] was like second nature. It just came to him.”

Nes’ talents so impressed Kid Magic that he offered to record future sessions free of charge. “Some MCs just have that voice that grabs you,” Kid Magic said.

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es Wordz was born Sheron Colbert on Nov. 16, 1985, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio, to 19-year-old, first-time parents Harold Colbert and Tracy Shirley.

According to Harold, Nes was born with an innate talent for and appreciation of music. Among the elder Colbert’s possessions is a photograph of his son at age 3, taken as he stood on the bed in his father’s dorm room at Central State University and rapped along to LL Cool J. During the months Nes was in the womb, his father would regularly place headphones on Shirley’s belly, playing songs by artists such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Average White Band and Spyro Gyra. On those rare times Nes fussed as an infant, Shirley said music served as an instant balm.

“There was an after-school program around the corner from our house when he was in grade school, and that’s where Sheron learned how to play the piano,” Harold said. “I remember his last recital, I asked him, ‘Are you going to take your sheet music?’ He said, ‘No, I know it.’ He got to the recital at the center, took his [jacket] flaps and laid them over the bench and played his music with no sheet music up there, and he didn’t miss a note. He was 10 years old.”

Even as a toddler, things came quickly to Nes, according to his parents, who married in 1992 and divorced four years later. His mother said he started walking at 9 months old, and his advanced vocabulary allowed him to test into early entry for kindergarten at Bibleway Christian Academy in Toledo.

These smarts were matched by a natural curiosity about the world and an outgoing demeanor that exhibited itself from infancy.

“I can remember him being in the pediatrician’s office, and the doctor had pantyhose on, and Sheron was caressing her pantyhose down her leg, because everyone was his friend,” said Shirley. “To say he was social was an understatement. He was

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uring Nes’ second year at Walnut Ridge, he met his wife, Lorena Colbert, telling a friend, “I’m going to marry her,” which he did a decade later, in 2012. Shortly after the two started dating, they became high school-aged parents to a son, Daylon.

“When I found out [I was pregnant], I had a piece of paper from the Health Department, and we had eighth period together, so I put the paper on his desk and he started laughing and the teacher ended up kicking him out of class,” said Lorena. (The couple would go on to have three more children together, sons King and Zion and daughter Cadence; the two remained legally married through Nes’ death even though friends and family members said they separated years earlier.) “I see him after class and I’m like, ‘That’s not really a response. What are we going to do?’ … We decided we wanted to have a family.”

As Nes’ blood family grew, so did his musical family. In 2002,

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he joined Jack Burton in Takeover Gang, a hip-hop collective 20-odd strong.

“He felt like he needed that group around him. I remember him telling me he wasn’t confident in himself — that he didn’t have the ‘it’ factor to be his own artist until he learned more,” said rapper Dominique Larue.

“A lot of people perceived it as, ‘Man, when are you going to do your own thing?’ It wasn’t that. It was that he understood it was not his time yet,” said Fillmore “Philly P” Neal, who joined Nes on a collaborative full-length, The Suffocation, recorded over the course of three days in 2010. “He didn’t know how he wanted to be seen as an artist with the whole world looking at him.”

Though Nes exuded confidence everywhere from the recording studio to the basketball court, where he displayed a skillset reminiscent of those graying, fundamentally sound YMCA players who effortlessly drop flat-footed bank shots because

they’ve so studied the angles of the game, there were times he struggled to keep his emotions in check. He dealt with anger issues, acute stress disorder and depression, and later in life he was prescribed medication for bipolar disorder, according to three people interviewed.

“I felt like I failed him, in a way, because I knew he was dealing with a lot of the same things I was, even mentally,” said Azeem.

“Maybe I was just able to tuck it away better, so I always had it in my head, like, ‘Nes, if I can deal with this stuff, you can deal with it, too. Everyone goes through this.’ But, in reality, everyone does not go through this.”

These feelings intensified following the 2016 death of McCarrel, as well as the passing of friend and producer Donté Moorer, aka Te’Mo of One Hood, who was shot and killed in South Linden in March. “[Nes] would call in the middle of the night and tell me he was waking up with cold sweats,” Lamont said. “He wondered about

his mental health. He was afraid he was schizophrenic. He’d say, ‘I want to know what [McCarrel and Moorer] are up to. I want to know if they are proud of me. Am I doing shit the right way?’”

“Sheron had so many friends die, and he was affected by it,” Shirley said. “I recall having to pull over to the side of the road and talk to him when MarShawn died. So many friends passed, cousins. He was like, ‘I’m an endangered species.’”

Still, it was rare for Nes to share these feelings with anyone outside of a few select friends and family members, and he tended to focus his energies on those around him, building connections with people that felt at once immediate and everlasting.

“He would see you for the first time and be like, ‘I know who you are. You went to this school. You was struggling and nobody was paying attention to you, but I saw you. And now look at you. And, just to let you know, bro, you inspire me,’” Lamont said. “And next thing you know you’re like, ‘This is my best friend!’”

Nes was also funny and quick-witted, with a broad, warm smile and a comically pronounced know-it-all streak.

“Even if Google said [he was wrong], he’d be like, ‘Fuck Google,’” Larue said, and laughed.

He rarely let personal issues linger. If he had disagreements with anyone, it would be the first thing he’d address in conversation, and he was always quick to offer or accept forgiveness.

Furthermore, when the situation required it, he would call on friends to do the right thing, especially if it was difficult.

“One night me and Nes were on tour, and I was drunk and took this girl’s money out of her purse.

After we left, I was like, ‘You want half of this?’” said rapper Pete “Copywrite” Nelson. “Nes was like, ‘No. Man, you can’t go around doing this. You’re fucking up your name. You’re Copywrite. I don’t

know if that means anything to you, but there are people who look up to you.’ … I gave him the money and he took it back to the girl’s house because that’s the kind of dude he was.”

At the same time, Nes never wanted to burden others with his problems. Instead, when these internal pressures built, the rapper typically sought relief in the recording booth. His 2013 solo debut, Since ’85, for example, only took shape after Lorena noticed an increased tension in the home and called Burton to let him know that she was dropping Nes off at his studio with a suitcase of clothes. “And I told him, ‘Don’t call me until his album is done,’” she said.

Early in his solo recording career, Nes sought affirmation after each vocal take. “What I learned, especially in the beginning, was he was really worried about what people thought of him,” Burton said.

As Nes progressed to Stupid Genius, from 2015, his confidence grew, and it showed in the material, which relied less on the clever wordplay he developed as a high school battle rapper and more on a raw, unvarnished honesty, with the MC telling his own story in increasingly straightforward language.

“When we came up, you had to have lines. That’s how it was,” Azeem said. “Then it became to where he wanted to focus on what was real, and what was really going on with him.”

“If he wanted to say something, he’d flat out say it,” Nelson said.

“He didn’t have to put a bunch of seasoning on it.”

The album Nes was working toward prior to his death was intended to be a true-life telling of his own story, covering his evolution from a drug dealer and project-dweller to a family man and educator who, in the final years of his life, had discovered a new sense of self while teaching at the Columbus Arts & Technology Academy. The record was going to be called Sheron.

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“Hearing that is not a surprise to me,” said Fillmore Neal. “That sounds like something Nes would do.”

Part of this could be attributed to genetics. Shirley noted that there are still acquaintances in Toledo who don’t know that Harold Colbert has multiple sclerosis because he would drive to pick up Nes and purposely never set foot outside of his van. “Harold isn’t as forthcoming with information, and I think Sheron did take after that,” she said.

The second day in the hospital, however, increased swelling in Nes’ brain led to growing concern from the hospital staff, and the rapper started to lose track of where he was, according to Larue. “He’d be like, ‘I’m in the barber shop.’ No, you aren’t. ‘That’s right. I’m in the church.’ No, you’re not,” Larue said. “‘Oh, I know, I’m in the barber shop in the church.’” As calls went out that morning, visitation to the room surged, including fellow musicians, friends and family members.

“I’d never seen him weak or scared, and [in the hospital] he told me he was afraid, and I’d never seen that side of him,” Lorena Colbert said.

“It was a four-day nightmare,” Howard said. “Sunday your friend is missing. Monday your friend is in intensive care and it’s like, ‘What the hell?’

Tuesday he was in a coma. … Then I get the call Wednesday.”

On Wednesday, June 28, the morning Nes died, his mother shared the room with him, placing a hand on his chest and reassuring him that the family would find a way to carry forward in his absence.

“I said, ‘I know you’re trying to stay because you think we’re not going to be able to do it, but we’ll be OK,’ and his heart skipped a beat. ‘It’s going to be hard, but I don’t want you to think you need to take care of us. I’ll miss you, but I love you with all my heart,’ and his heart skipped another beat,” Shirley said. “I can still remember the last three beats on my right hand, and when I looked up at the clock it said 11:11 [a.m.]

“I sat there with him and cried. … I had about 45 minutes by myself and then I said, ‘I’ll miss you and I love you.’ When I left, a lady stopped me in the hallway and said it looked like I had a light around me, and I told her my son just passed away, and I’m sure it’s him.”

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recent weeks, Magna’s Howard, who also served as Nes’ manager, released the rapper from his distribution deal with the company, returning the rights to his music to Lorena Colbert, which led to the albums temporarily being removed from streaming services.

“The status of his music is we’re just looking for a different distribution company,” Lorena said. “At the same time, we want to keep everything still for a minute to get our footing. The music is forever.

He’s going to outlive all of us with it, so there’s plenty of time for all that.”

Nes’ legacy will also live on through his four children, whom Lamont described as an embodiment of various aspects of the rapper’s personality. “There was like five different Sherons, and we see them in his kids,” he said. “Witty and funny, and then laid-back. Then one’s a deep thinker and one’s active and creative.”

Shortly after his father’s death, Daylon even started rapping, making his live debut at the 2x2 Hip-Hop Festival in July under the stage name Young Nes, performing a set of his dad’s material.

“As soon as he heard his dad’s music, he started rapping, and he rapped all day long,” Lorena said. “He looks just like him. He was sitting on the couch the other day and he had [Nes’] ring on, and I looked down and I was like, ‘Wow, that looks just like your dad’s hand.’”

Due to the unexpected nature of Nes’ death, questions lingered following his passing, which was attributed to traumatic brain injury on his death certificate (the coroner’s report detailed head injuries including a fracture of the right temporal bone, situated at the side and base of the skull). “This is not a homicide investigation,” said detective Ronda Siniff of the Columbus Division of Police in midNovember. Siniff interviewed Larue and Shirley, among others, and didn’t find any discrepancy in retellings of the accident.

“Unless other evidence presents itself that would make us revisit it, then, as of this point, I would say [the case] is closed.”

“People want to put a big mystery on this thing and, yeah, it’s a tough one,” Neal said. “It’s hard to wrap your mind around how something like this could happen in such a tragic way to such a beautiful person. But we’ve seen this over and over again. A person doesn’t have to be a celebrity, and the whole world doesn’t have to know a person for God to use a person to teach people a very valuable lesson in life. If there’s something you want today, then you need to do something today to get closer to accomplishing it. If you keep saying, ‘I’m gonna do it tomorrow,’ tomorrow ain’t promised to nobody. If it wasn’t promised to him, then it’s definitely not promised to nobody.”

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he members of Magna Media Group, including Lamont, Burton, Howard and Devin “Trek Manifest” Thomas, now view the events that unfolded over the course of ComFest Saturday in an eerie, prophetic light. Howard noted that the first thing the collective chanted after hitting the Off Ramp stage, in honor of Mobb Deep’s Prodigy, who died earlier in the week, was, “When we say R.I. you say P.” In addition, all of the Magna members dressed in black, baseball-style jerseys, save for Nes, who requested he be able to wear all white, which lent him an almost divine appearance in contrast.

“It was like he was glowing the whole night,” said Tennant, who watched the set from the audience. “It’s weird, because God will show you signs that are hard for the human mind to grasp. The last song he played was ‘If It’s My Time,’ and he was wearing all white, looking like an angel and heaven-sent.”

Following Nes’ set, the entire crew moved to Three Sheets in the Brewery District, taking over the second floor of the bar, where they played billiards and celebrated a successful show. (Though Nes bought several rounds of shots, he largely refrained from drinking.) After last call, the party broke up, and Nes and Dominique Larue eventually made their way back to her North Side apartment.

At some point in the late-evening/ early morning hours, according to Larue, Nes mentioned a need to get something out of the car, and just after he exited the apartment, she heard a loud thud. When Larue looked outside, all she could see were his feet at the bottom of the wooden staircase. Making her way downstairs, Larue discovered Nes on the ground. His teeth were clenched and his eyes were open, but he was snoring. Larue said she brought him to consciousness and helped him to her car, since Mount Carmel West hospital is located less than two miles from her apartment and Nes was uninsured at the time, making an ambulance ride a potentially expensive proposition.

The first day in the hospital, Nes was aware of his surroundings and could readily answer doctors’ questions: “Do you know where you are? Do you know who the president is?” With things seemingly under control, Larue said Nes insisted she not tell anyone he was in the hospital, owing to his embarrassment and his distaste for causing concern.

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Counterfeit Madison

BY JOEL OLIPHINT

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2004, during her senior year at University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP), singer/pianist Sharon Udoh performed a duet with a violinist at an open mic. It was a modest, unassuming gig, but it sent Udoh down a life-changing path.

Performing in front of people was not new to the Cincinnati native, who grew up playing piano in church every Sunday from the age of 7. In fact, until her junior year at DAAP, Udoh had only listened to contemporary Christian music — Twila Paris, Michael W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman and the like. “Secular” music was something brand new, and she was still trying to make sense of it all.

After the open-mic performance, a man approached Udoh. “This guy named Travis [Moles] is like, ‘I’m gonna play music with you,’” Udoh said recently at a Clintonville restaurant. “I’m like, ‘How do I do that?’”

Udoh was taken aback and confused, but she and Moles began performing his songs around Cincinnati.

At one point Moles presented her with a gift. “He was like, ‘Here’s a notebook for you to write music,’” Udoh said. “I was like, ‘I don’t write lyrics.’ He just said, ‘No, no. Here. Take it.’”

Three weeks later Udoh wrote her first song, “Light Switch,” about her

initial encounter with Moles. Thirteen years later, that same song shows up on Opposable Thumbs, the new album from Udoh’s band, Counterfeit Madison.

“You were watching me in the darkness/Approached me in my moment of weakness/A simple conversation changed my life,” she sings. “You flipped the light switch on.”

Opposable Thumbs encompasses all sides of Counterfeit Madison, from the years-old, earnest sweetness of “Light Switch” to “Frank,” an angrier tune Udoh wrote just before recording sessions began with Keith Hanlon at long-running local studio Musicol.

lead me to the person,’ and then I went to a Hello Emerson show and was [in awe].”

Continually, Udoh finds her upbringing informing her electrifying performances, which have become don’t-miss events around town. “People will watch me play and they’ll be like, ‘You were raised in church, weren’t you?’” Udoh said. “I think people can tell I spent a lot of time playing in a worship setting. I still play at church every Sunday. I’ve found myself in United Methodist colorings these days, but my background is very much about spiritual warfare and tongues and signs and wonders and prophesying — screaming and crying and yelling. A few weeks ago I realized, oh, that’s why I have exorcisms when I perform. That’s one way I know how to express myself.”

Some of the songs’ meanings have changed over time. Udoh initially wrote first single “I Hope It’s Alright” about an ex-girlfriend — “I don’t have to give a shit,” she sings over rollicking piano — but over time the song became a reminder of self-care. “I want to give a shit about everything,” Udoh said. “I was telling my partner how much time I spend thinking of Beyonce’s children. I care about Blue Ivy. I care about Michael Jackson’s kids. I wonder how they feel. I wonder how Taylor Swift feels. What is she doing? How’s she feeling? I spend so much time thinking about Melania Trump. I feel for her so much. But sometimes I’m just like, ‘No, not today. I do not have to do that right now.’”

Even now, certain tracks on Opposable Thumbs still surprise Udoh. “When I listen to ‘Control Freak,’ and I’m yelling at the end about doing yoga, sometimes I listen to that and I’m like, ‘Am I OK?’ No, Sharon. Of course you’re not. But it’s accurate,” she said. “I’m just trying to make music that is honest.”

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“When I was younger, I really didn’t know myself. I had all sorts of incorrect perceptions of myself,” said Udoh, 36. “I thought I was really easygoing and a really nice person and really simple. After 30, I started to realize I’m a vindictive asshole if I go unchecked. I’m extremely Type A and a control freak and really warm but also terrifyingly arrogant.

I realized all these different layers of myself, and that I’m not simple at all. … I feel like this album is the first time that people can hear a lot of different perspectives and angles of Sharon.”

Embracing that shape-shifting, yinyang quality led to an engrossing and wildly varied album with contemplative ballads like “Concept of Life #1 in B Major” and “Control Freak,” a pop-rock number that devolves into a cathartic cacophony of screams and saxophone.

While Udoh recorded the piano parts in one weekend with drummer Seth Daily and bassist Adam Hardy, more than two hands are needed to count all the guest musicians on Opposable Thumbs, which is fitting for a musician like Udoh, who has seemed to show up on 75 percent of Columbus rock albums since moving to town in 2009.

Alex Burgoyne and Joseph Brenneman play saxophone on Opposable Thumbs, and guitarists include Andrew Graham, Glenn Davis, Andy Gallagher and Joe Camerlengo. Vocalists such as Paisha Thomas, Jenny Lute, Amber Knicole, Marnee Richardson and more became the Counterfeit Madison choir, and Udoh recruited Sam Bodary of Hello Emerson to sing lead on one song.

“I recorded my first album with Joe Camerlengo, and I wanted all these cameos, and no one let me,” said Udoh, who will perform with many of her Counterfeit Madison collaborators at a release show hosted by the Wexner Center on Tuesday, Nov. 21. “I’m glad they did that.

I needed bitches to put me in my place: ‘You sing on your own album.’ … But this time I was like, ‘I’m gonna have a song where I don’t even sing the lead.’ I wrote [‘Song for the Loyals’] and was like, ‘Jesus,

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By Joel Oliphint

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In 2006, David Bazan stopped performing as Pedro the Lion, the Bedhead-indebted band that launched his career and managed to draw fans from Christian-music and indie-rock circles (while also alienating segments of each).

Bazan moved forward under his own name, releasing the Fewer Moving Parts EP in 2006 and, in 2009, Curse Your Branches, an album now known by shorthand as his “breakup record with God.” More solo studio releases followed in 2011, 2016 and this year’s Care, a synth-based record in the vein of Bazan’s 2005 Headphones project that chronicles the incisive songwriter’s grief in the

wake of 2016’s political upheaval.

Bazan is currently on tour in support of Care as a three-piece band (Bazan on bass, Erik Walters on guitar, Sean Lane on drums), which will make a stop at Rumba Cafe on Sunday, Nov. 19. But for most of his solo career, Bazan has favored intimate living room shows.

“For a while I wondered if I could keep doing this, and the house show was the thing that said, ‘Yes, you can,’” Bazan said by phone from the road. “I thought I could scratch the creative and performance itch that way. It scratches most of it, but I wanna be in a band.”

Bazan had an epiphany recently that would make playing in a band full time financially and creatively viable: He could resurrect Pedro the

Lion. “For some reason, whenever we call it Pedro the Lion, even if it’s playing exactly what we wanna play, people come out in a different way,” he said. “I’ve only recently succumbed to this notion that I can do whatever I want more if I call it Pedro, which is funny because usually it’s the opposite. You call yourself your old band name, and you’re kind of hemmed into this thing.”

Previously, Bazan was perpetually frustrated with his creative process in Pedro. Typically, he would multi-track demos of songs and then bring them to his bandmates, who would then use the demos as a jumping-off point for their own parts. It’s not an unusual process, but for Bazan, it didn’t live up to the notion of the fully collaborative band he had in his head.

“At the time, a ‘regular band’ meant people who are collaborating on that basic level — on the partwriting level — with me. That’s what I was aiming for. I kept trying to turn [Pedro] into this Fugazi-like, collaborative band,” Bazan said. “It seemed like the ideal I longed to be a part of.”

“I finally realized this summer,” he continued, “that even though it’s not my ideal way to make music, the only way I’ve ever been successful personally and creatively, on a consistent basis, is to do my process the way it comes naturally, which is to demo everything myself, and then at a certain point in that process, bring it to the people I’m with.”

Eventually, Bazan not only made peace with that creative process.

He fully embraced it, along with the Pedro the Lion moniker he’d discarded. “At a certain point you realize, hey, this isn’t just OK. This is totally great. With the right folks, it’s the ideal setup,” he said. “Once you bring demos to people you trust to interpret it with you, it can go a lot of crazy places. And it does.”

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thursDAY, NOVEMBER 16- SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017 Monday-Saturday | NOVEMBER 20-25

Last call at Double Happiness teams with force-of-nature punk trio Nuclear Moms (Cosmic Family rounds out the lineup). On Wednesday, Nov. 22, Betsy Ross, centered on the powerhouse vocals of singer/ guitarist Charity Crowe, joins slurred, scruffy rock four-piece WV White heading a roster that also includes Steven King and Hidden Places.

Then, on Friday, Nov. 24, local punk legend Pink Reason makes a rare live appearance, closing out a bill alongside a pair of crackling, highenergy noisemakers, one new (Thee Thee’s), and one more seasoned (Unholy Two). (Don’t Miss It)

By Andy Downing

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••SonReal at the Basement

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••Counterfeit Madison release show at Wexner Center

••Jesse Henry Band covers Tom Petty’s Wildflowers at Rumba Cafe

••Future Nuns, Nuclear Moms, Cosmic Family at Double Happiness

••Betsy Ross, WV White, Steven King, Hidden Places at Double Happiness

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••David Wilcox at Natalie’s Coal-Fired Pizza

••Olivia Newton-John at Thirty One West

••Urban Tropic at Ace of Cups

••Last Waltz tribute at Newport Music Hall

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24 ••Beggars album release, Mortimur, Birds of Hair at Ace of Cups ••Pink Reason, Unholy Two, Thee Thee’s at Double Happiness

••Pale Waves at Rumba Cafe ••Battle Axe, Grayhawk and Matter of Planets at Spacebar

25 ••Dead & Company at Nationwide Arena ••Polar Entertainment Presents at Double Happiness

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19 ••David Bazan, Michael Nau at Rumba Cafe

Double Happiness

Pere Ubu

Knuckle Puck

As suggested by its title, Shapeshifter, the sophomore album from Knuckle Puck, finds the Chicago-based pop-punk five-piece undergoing a bit of a personal metamorphosis.

“I’m not who you remember,” singer Joe Taylor sneers on one tune. The musical evolution is more subtle, however, with the odd mellow cut (“Conduit”) interrupting the band’s generally unrelenting forward momentum. After all, how would one gauge these internal shifts without occasionally pausing to take stock? (Safe Bet)

The Columbus music scene will take another hit when Double Happiness closes its doors following a final performance from J Rawls and the Polar Entertainment team on Saturday, Nov. 25. In the week leading up to the finale, the cozy music venue, which has played host to some of my favorite shows in recent years (Protomartyr and Parquet Courts was a double-bill to remember), features an eclectic series of free shows, beginning with a headlining Youth Hostel turn on Monday, Nov. 20.

The best bets, however, begin on Tuesday, Nov. 21, when smart, scrappy indie-rock crew Future Nuns

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tarting Thursday, Nov. 16, Columbus art fans can see the King Arts Complex made up to resemble Kenya Davis’ mother’s house.

While Davis has only begun showing her work publicly in the past three years, she has been a practicing artist for the past 20 years, while also teaching art at Duxberry Park Arts Impact Elementary School. Growing up in the Hilltop, Davis,

a third-generation graduate of West High School, was always encouraged by her mother, who provided a supportive environment, materials and supplies, plus generous wall space.

“My mom likes to tell a funny story.

Probably when I was about 4, she had just purchased brand-new bed sheets for my older brother and older sister, and they had pictures of nursery rhymes on

them,” Davis said in a recent phone interview. “I was so distraught that she didn’t purchase any for me that I went and got a paint set and started painting on my sheets. That’s when she knew that I was going to be an artist.”

“She really encouraged me during my childhood, always making sure I had art supplies and taking me to Saturday morning art classes at CCAD. She took

me to an art class at Ohio State — it was supposed to be for adults but the teacher let me stay. We didn’t know it was for adults,” Davis said, laughing at the memory. “She’s still my number one fan, although I’d have to say my husband is right there, too. Right before you called, [my mom] called me to ask if there was anything she could do to help me get ready for [the exhibition].”

I’ve been exploring and is continually evolving.”

“I can’t escape making work that speaks to being an African-American, but I also don’t ever want to be pigeonholed into that one aspect of who I am,” Davis said. “I have done work that addressed my decision not to put any chemical products in my hair and just to wear it natural.

There are two pieces in the show that incorporate old photographs — that sienna-type of look — of my mother’s grandfather, and one with her grandmother, so it has that idea of ancestors. But I have another work called ‘No Place for Bees’ that is an abstract piece that’s symbolic of an abandoned bee colony. It’s speaking to the failing bee population and how that can affect us.”

One untitled series of new work is a collection of dolls or figurines made from

found materials, including wood blocks, clothespins, shells and feathers. Davis said these works are also inspired by Robinson.

“Aminah made those figurines and it inspired me to try it,” Davis said.

“I enjoy figuring out how to get all the pieces to go together. I think they all have their own personalities. One reminds me of a grandmother, another of what I think of when I imagine a medicine man.

I never know how they’re going to turn out. They just evolve as I make them.”

Perhaps not that different from Davis’ emerging art-making career.

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The exhibition is “Body Eclectic,” which runs through Dec. 30 at the King Arts Complex. The exhibition is part of the prize for being awarded a 2016 Arts Honor Award for emerging artists by the King Arts Complex. The awards are, in part, given in memory of Aminah Robinson, whom Davis called one of her earliest influences as an artist.

“Back in the ’90s, she really was someone who inspired me,” Davis said.

“I respected and loved her work, and I still do.”

“It’s appropriate to honor an artist in the community who shares some of Aminah’s ideas and techniques,” KAC Cultural Arts Director and “Body Eclectic” curator Lyn Logan-Grimes said. “Davis is very courageous. You could see that anything was a tool to create art with. And [Davis is] also a teacher, and Aminah never missed an opportunity to teach a lesson.”

“Body Eclectic” serves as both a retrospective and coming out of sorts, featuring both new work and pieces from Davis’ 20-odd year art practice.

“There’s a little bit of mixed media, a little bit of sculpture, there’s some 2-D graphic design and some abstract and collage work,” Davis said. “My work kind of has two or three different veins that it could be categorized in. The portion of my work that has an African-American bent to it, that’s consistently been something in my background, where I’ve always created towards that idea.

But then my abstract pieces and some of my collage work, some of that [shows] newer techniques

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By Erica Thompson In the year leading up to soul singer Marvin Gaye’s 1984 death, he was plagued by drug use and other personal problems. However, during that same time, he won the first Grammy of his career and sang a unique rendition of “The StarSpangled Banner” at the NBA All-Star Game. The performance has since become canonized in popular culture.

It also frames “They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us,” a new collection of essays by Hanif Abdurraqib, re-

leased earlier this month. The local writer describes Gaye’s performance in installments between sections of the book, published by Columbusbased Two Dollar Radio.

“I’m fascinated by the end of [Gaye’s] life, when he was kind of often in a haze and very much obsessed with his own death,” said Abdurraqib, who will visit Gramercy Books for a reading on Tuesday, Nov. 21. “In that slog of grief and really self-inflicted misery, he pulled off this one brilliant, once-in-a-lifetime performance. … [And] I think the

book is really about … finding pockets of joy in an unrelenting misery.”

With essays both new and previously published by MTV, The New York Times, Pitchfork and other outlets, “They Can’t Kill Us” often tackles difficult subjects such as racism, police brutality and death through a pop-culture lens. For example, Abdurraqib’s piece on a Bruce Springsteen concert delves into a deeper analysis of survival, magnified by a trip to Ferguson, Missouri, to see the memorial of Michael Brown, who died at the hands of police in 2014.

“The air in Ferguson still feels heavy, thick with grief,” Abdurraqib writes. “Yet it is still a town of people who take their joy where they can get it, living because they must.”

And those who have ceased living can be brought back, Abdurraqib considered after seeing a sign reading, “They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us,” hanging above Brown’s memorial. “I thought about memory as a type of resurrection, or memory as a type of way to breathe a person into a room,” Abdurraqib said. He put that theory into practice regarding his personal life with his essay “Fall Out Boy Forever.”

“I was trying to figure out why this single band was so important to me even now when I don’t really love their music anymore,” he said.

“It’s because they’re connected to a friend that I love dearly who died. … I was able to grieve through the writing of that piece that I would’ve never been able to get out of myself any other way. And that was vital.”

Also important to Abdurraqib was structuring the book in the correct way; he intentionally opened with an essay on Chance the Rapper, whom he called “2016’s greatest optimist,” and closed with a piece called “Surviving on Small Joys.”

“I wanted to start and end on joy,” he said.

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ARTS

| PREVIEWS

thursDAY, NOVEMBER 16 - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017 FRIDAY AND SATURDAY | NOVEMBER 17-18

Photo Courtesy OF Samuel Wagner

‘Structural Circumstances E.G. 5’

By Jim Fischer Local artists Christabel and Samuel Wagner continue their examination of class issues and capitalism in this pop-up exhibition, which takes place Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18, at Long Street Studios.

The exhibition continues a discussion the artists fostered with their installation at the Columbus Arts Festival, where they created a model mobile home from colored Plexiglas.

That material returns for this weekend’s exhibition, as well, fashioned into replicas of a handbag by a particular, high-end manufacturer.

“We’re looking at capitalism in a

Long Street Studio

5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18 300 E. Long St., Downtown

OPENING FRIDAY | NOVEMBER 17

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 17

Pizzuti Collection

Fior Angelico

at St. Joseph Cathedral Photo BY Matthew Bester

THURSDAY 16

Alex Dodge, “The Flag Today (Inverted)"

••Scott Woods at Lincoln Theatre

PHOTO Courtesy of the artists and Klaus von Nichtssagend Gallery, NY

Pizzuti Collection

••Jerry Seinfeld at Palace Theatre

632 N. Park St., Short North pizzuticollection.org

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••Columbus Women’s Chorus at King Avenue United Methodist Church

••The Shakespeare Underground at Tatoheads Public House

••Hanif Abdurraqib book launch at Gramercy Books

••QUBE at Otterbein Riley Auditorium

••The Poetry Forum w/ Darren Demaree at Bossy Grrls Pin-Up Joint

••Writing Wrongs Poetry at Mikey’s Late Night Slice

22 ••Writer’s Block Poetry Night at Kafe Kerouac

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FRIDAY 17

SATURDAY 18

••Jim Burnstein “Pitch Session” at McConnell Arts Center

••“Love Letters” at Columbus Civic Theater

••Dance 2017: Move Me at Otterbein Cowan Hall

24 ••“A Christmas Carol” at the Ohio Theatre ••ZOOM Kickoff: “Sleeping Beauty” at Wexner Center for the Arts

••“Our Country’s Good” at Theatre Columbus State

25 ••Erek Nass/Kelsy Gossett artist talk at ROY G BIV Gallery

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The Pizzuti Collection opens two exhibitions on Friday, Nov. 17, including a collection of work by American painter/ sculptor/printmaker Frank Stella. The exhibition will feature experiments on paper that advanced his Black series, color woodcuts and screenprints from the 1980s.

Also presented will be Stella’s “Moby Dick Deckle Edges,” a series of nine, large-scale works based on the Herman Melville novel.

The second new exhibition will be the first in an ongoing series that juxtaposes the work of two Pizzuti Collection artists — in this case, Glen Baldridge and Alex Dodge.

spiritual light, looking at the reverence we give to objects,” Samuel Wagner said.

“As artists, we’re consumed with the object. Our ability to create is superseded by our ability to buy,” Christabel said.

There will be a performative and an interactive element to the exhibition, one that provides prompts for patrons that help to shape the experience, but allows for an open-ended dialogue.

“We want to ask questions but not answer them,” Samuel said. “It’s a questioning of the overall retail experience.”

“It’s very open-ended, how this could go,” Christabel said. “There are some intriguing possibilities.”

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ARTS // MOVIE REVIEW

PHOTO COURTESY OF A24 Studios

‘Lady Bird’

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By Brad Keefe

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While there may be bigger-budget options opening in theaters this weekend, none of them will match the unique joys of “Lady Bird.”

The directorial debut from actress Greta Gerwig is a quirky indie comedy that could have easily felt paint-bynumbers. What’s entirely remarkable here is that it somehow feels both familiar and fresh, specific and universal. Oh, and it’s delightfully funny throughout.

Christine McPherson is her given name, but she goes by Lady Bird, a moniker chosen out of that teenage yearning for independence.

The Sacramento teenager (played to absolute perfection by Saoirse Ronan) is more like her mother (Laurie Metcalf) than her teenager-ness would ever let her admit. Her family is middle-class but under strain due to her dad’s recent job loss.

Lady Bird navigates friendship, family life, sexuality, high-school politics and the looming college decision. It’s a coming-ofage tale easy to relate to, but its wit and warmth make it feel one-of-a-kind.

It all starts with Gerwig’s script, which

gives just the right amount of weight to the exaggerated dramas of the teenage experience, and also bustles with wit.

The autobiographical nature is there but not heavy-handed. These events are set around 2002. The movie features the most unexpectedly poignant inclusion of Dave Matthews Band’s “Crash Into Me” you will ever see on film. Lady Bird loses her virginity with the second Iraq War playing on the television.

There’s also the unique perspective of growing up in Sacramento, which the movie aptly refers to as “the Midwest of California.” Maybe this is why this one feels so real.

But it’s Gerwig’s pairing with Ronan (herself one of the young stalwarts of indie film) that makes “Lady Bird” magic. This character is so real, yet so likable, which isn’t an easy feat when you are realistically portraying an angst-ridden teenager.

As a reminder, we don’t have a whole lot of honest, funny and good coming-ofage stories with strong female leads. “Lady Bird” is timely in that need, but its themes are timeless. It’s one of the funniest and best films of the year. Oh, and it would pair nicely with another release by A24 Films in “The Florida Project.” Go see them now.

“Lady Bird” Opens Friday

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MOVIE

| STAFF PICK

thursDAY, NOVEMBER 16–WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2017

local theaters

New in theaters: “Justice League”

Following a string of stinkers, the DC universe finally received well-deserved praise for its “Wonder Woman,” raising hopes for the “Justice League” film. So let me just take a sip of this coffee and glance at the headlines from Vanity Fair (“‘Justice League’ is a big, ugly mess”) and Business Insider (“‘Justice League’ is agonizing to watch— and [director] Zack Snyder is to blame”) …

“Wonder”

Jacob Tremblay (“Room”) plays the central character, a 10-year-old boy with a congenital facial deformity, in director Stephen Chbosky’s film, which is said to be a tearjerker. Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson also star.

“Roman J. Israel, Esq.”

Denzel Washington features as the titular character in this legal thriller, moving away from his typical fast-talking, smile-flashing, cocky big-screen presence to depict an obsessive, introverted character who falls somewhere on the autism spectrum.

AMC Lennox 24 777 Kinnear Rd., Campus 614-429-0100 amctheatres.com Cinemark Carriage Place Movies 12 2570 Bethel Rd., Northwest 614-538-0403 cinemark.com

Movie Tavern 12 3773 Ridge Mill Dr., Hilliard 614-777-1012 movietavern.com Regal Georgesville Square 16 1800 Georgesville Sq., South Side 844-462-7342 regmovies.com

Cinemark Rave Polaris 18 1071 Gemini Pl., Polaris, 614-781-8228 cinemark.com

The same seasonal creep that leads breweries to distribute pumpkin beers in August has made its way to the film industry, with the “Bad Moms” cast (Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, etc.) engaging in holiday-themed shenanigans before most families have finalized Thanksgiving menus.

Cinemark stoneridge Plaza Movies 16 323 Stoneridge Ln., Gahanna 614-471-7625 cinemark.com

“LBJ”

Starplex Cinemas 10 5275 Westpointe Plaza Dr., Hilliard 614-529-9462 starplexcinemas.com

COSI 333 W. Broad St., Franklinton 614-228-2674 cosi.org

Strand Theatre 28 E. Winter St., Delaware 740-815-9266 thestrandtheatre.net

“A Bad Moms Christmas”

Woody Harrelson seems oddly cast as the Akron native and current star forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers. (OK, I’ve just been informed he’s actually portraying Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President of these United States. Carry on.)

“Goodbye Christopher Robin”

Don’t go into this thinking it’s a light-hearted, kid-friendly tale about artist A.A. Milne creating the much-loved Winnie the Pooh and crew. Reviews suggest that it’s Eeyore-level depressing.

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AMC Easton 30 275 Easton Town Center, Easton 614-428-5716 amctheatres.com

Marcus Cinemas Pickerington 1776 Hill Rd. North, Pickerington 614-759-6500 marcustheatres.com

Screens At The Continent 6360 Busch Blvd., North Side 614-318-0551 screens8.net

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AMC Dublin Village 18 6700 Village Pkwy., Dublin 614-889-0580 amctheatres.com

Alive Recommends: “Thor: Ragnarok”

The latest entry from Marvel is one of the funniest, most fun superhero flicks yet, playing up the charm, sharpened wit and comedic timing of Chris Hemsworth’s Thor. Bonus points for a scene-stealing turn from Jeff Goldblum at his Goldblum-iest.

“The Killing of a Sacred Deer”

Director Yorgos Lanthimos (“The Lobster”) again inhabits his own world in this weird, idiosyncratic film, which features a stellar cast (Colin Farrell, Nicole Kidman) and a plot that unfolds like a slow-boiling thriller. It’s not for everyone, but Alive critic Brad Keefe labeled it one of the year’s best.

Drexel Theatre 2254 E. Main St., Bexley 614-231-1050 drexel.net Gateway Film Center 1550 N. High St., Campus 614-247-4433 gatewayfilmcenter.com

Studio 35 Cinema 3055 Indianola Ave., Clintonville 614-262-7505 studio35.com

Grandview Theatre 1247 Grandview Ave., Grandview 614-670-4102 grandviewtheatre.net

STUDIO MOVIE GRILL — Arena Grand 175 Nationwide Blvd., Arena District 614-456-1298 studiomoviegrill.com

Marcus Crosswoods UltraScreen 200 Hutchinson Ave., Worthington 614-841-1600 marcustheatres.com

Wexner Center for the Arts 1871 N. High St., Campus 614-292-3535 wexarts.org

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BEHIND BARS: Annie Williams Pierce

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Smoked on High

By G.A. Benton • photos by rob hardin

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arbecue and chandeliers” sounds like the memoir of a country music star, but it’s my thumbnail sketch

of what to expect at Smoked on High.

Open since August in a still-being-

refurbished Brewery District house with a porch and a courtyard patio, Smoked

on High has a Victorian-era setting and those decorative lighting fixtures, but it’s more quaint than fancy.

Yellow metal tables like you might find in a diner, plus well-used wooden communal tables like you might find in a high school lunchroom, plus a carved wooden staircase like you might find in an old movie join exposed-brick walls and a pine-plank

floor in the modest-sized dining area.

Because the chandeliers are joined by stronger lighting sources, it’s as bright as a coffee shop inside.

Getting food is generally fast and easy, thanks to cafeteria-style service and a small menu with four smoked meats and three sides. For owner Max McGarity, who has food-truck roots from two other businesses — Buckeye Back Ribs and Papaya BBQ — this represents a case of staying with what you know.

And McGarity clearly knows his barbecue. All the meats I tried here, which are advertised as locally sourced, were impressive.

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A server informed me that both the brisket and the pork shoulder are cooked “low and slow” over oak and hickory woods for about 15 hours before being sliced to order for heaping sandwiches.

Both meats feature an intensely dark, seasoned bark that, along with no small amount of fat, is incorporated with the meat when piled onto a big and puffy, cornmeal-dusted roll.

Served with pickles and pickled onions on the side, these are delicious sandwiches, and you can’t go wrong with either. If pressed, I’d give the edge to the pork ($6.50), if only because it costs less than the brisket ($8).

Like all serious barbecue, the brisket and pork are full of flavor as-is, so sauces are best applied sparingly.

Three house condiments are offered: the tangy, Carolina-style “Gator,” which has a hint of sweetness to balance its bold mustard and vinegar notes and goes great on the pork; the semi-sweet “Pucker,” a thick-and-spicy sauce that tastes like it’s spiked with sriracha and is best on the brisket; and the tomatobased “Sweet Whiskey,” which is perfume-y and has a whiff of cumin.

The latter is designed for the two smoked meats not sold as sandwiches: Pork Spare Ribs and “Chicken Drummies.”

The Drummies ($5.50 for 2), which are drumsticks so big they might be called “gongsticks,” are coated in an aromatic herb-and-spice rub that lends them a jerk chicken-style flavor, albeit without the fiery chili heat.

The spare ribs are among the best around. My half-slab order ($14) featured bones so huge and meaty that it was enough to leave two people with shiny smiles and very shiny fingers.

Smoked On High

755 S. High St., Brewery District 614-754-9711 smokedonhigh.com

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Pork Ribs Platter

Any meat or sandwich can be served as a “platter” for a $3.50 surcharge. The extra cost entitles diners to an innocuous cornbread muffin and a more memorable serving of fresh, black pepper-livened slaw that strikes a nice balance between sweet, creamy and zippy.

“Max N Cheese” is available as a substitute side on platters ($1) or a la carte ($3). It’s soft macaroni flavored with plenty of melted cheese and an unusual profusion of herbs. I only wish it had a sauce. And I wish combo meals were offered with half-and-half meat servings that enabled diners to easily play a delicious game of compare and contrast.

But if your wish is high-quality barbecue enjoyed in a fun setting with a cold bottle of beer, such as a Lone Star ($3) or a Land Grant ($6), Smoked on High will make that wish come true.

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EAT // BEHIND BARS PHOTO BY Chris Casella

Annie Williams Pierce

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By Erica Thompson

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Back in August, Curio bartender Annie Williams Pierce became the first woman to win the United States Bartenders’ Guild’s Most Imaginative Bartender Competition.

It was a milestone for the 11-year-old event, other women in the food and beverage industry, and for Williams Pierce, who was once denied a bartending position at a sports bar in Chicago.

“The managers there, they wouldn’t let me bartend because they said I wasn’t hot enough,” said Williams Pierce, who grew up in Upper Arlington and studied political science and international law at Loyola University Chicago. “That’s a huge part of what we still face as women in the industry … because it is so outward-facing.”

“I love being able to diversify that winning pool [and] to be a person [who] … someone else coming up through the competition can relate to,” she continued.

“I think that’s instrumental in getting women involved, especially in these higher-level competitions.”

Williams Pierce advanced to the finals in London to compete against 11 other bartenders from the U.S. and Canada. It was her seventh time participating in the competition; she made it to the finals in 2013 and 2014, and in 2015 she lost the regional battle to her current boss, Curio owner Travis Owens. Williams Pierce returned as a judge last year — when Watershed Kitchen & Bar manager Alex Chien made it to the finals — because

the grueling competition schedule would have interfered with her wedding.

That previous experience suited Williams Pierce well through four intense rounds in London, which culminated with a “final cocktail showcase,” which required the contestants to create a drink using Bombay Sapphire Gin. Pierce made the snap peas-infused London x Tokyo, inspired by her honeymoon in Japan.

“We had these decadent, 16-course sushi [and] sashimi meals,” said Williams Pierce, who wanted to design something “to match these soft, delicate, floral, green [and] crisp flavors.”

Williams Pierce has been specializing in a flavor-focused approach to drinkmaking since she helped build the Brothers Drake Meadery cocktail program in 2011. “I started making liqueurs and cordials in the production facility,” she said.

After stints at The Crest in Clintonville and The Sycamore, Williams Pierce was hired at Curio, where she has been working since returning from London.

She has also visited New York as GQ magazine’s Bartender in Residence — another perk of winning the bartending competition. The title required her to film cocktail videos for GQ and other Conde Nast publications.

Despite her newfound fame, Williams Pierce intends to remain in Columbus’ growing cocktail scene.

“We’re all still doing the research and teaching ourselves and learning as we go, and I love that,” she said. “It’s inspiring.”

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Condado opening in Clintonville; Double Happiness closing; VASO opens in Dublin

By Nicholas Dekker Condado Tacos opens its newest location — its fourth in Columbus — at 2977 N. High St. in Clintonville on Thursday, Nov. 16.

VASO, a new restaurant and rooftop bar in the AC Dublin hotel, opened last week.

A new bar and restaurant named The Olde Oak is coming soon to 62 Parsons Ave. in Olde Towne East.

Johnny Coffee has established winter digs inside Ace of Cups, serving Tuesdays through Fridays.

Quinci Emporium is now open at 688 N. High St. in the Short North, offering cooking classes, kitchenware, wine, coffee and more.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams released its first non-dairy flavor last week, the Dark Chocolate Truffle, made with coconut cream and cocoa.

Nicholas Dekker writes about breakfast, beer, coffee and Columbus at breakfastwithnick.com.

He leads breakfast and brunch tours for Columbus Food Adventures.

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The owners of Double Happiness announced it will be closing at the end of this month.

Both Zaftig Brewing and Wolf’s Ridge Brewing won medals last week at the Festival of Barrel-Aged Beers in Chicago.

Zaftig took home gold for its Wee Heavy, while Wolf’s Ridge scored gold in the wild-beer category for its Terre du Sauvage Green.

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EVENTS CALENDAR

thursDAY, NOVEMBER 16–SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2017

THURSDAY | NOVEMBER 16 Suzanne Silver: Codes and Contingencies AT THE Canzani Center at CCAD

PHOTO Courtesy CCAD

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THURSDAY, 11/16

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Sunrise Meditation at Dharma House Columbus, Join us for sunrise meditation as we connect with the breath and that inner foundation that is the source of pure freedom. All levels welcome.

Suggested donation is $5$10. 7 a.m. Dharma House Columbus, 1970 W. DublinGranville Rd., Linworth.

Coffee Talk with Chris Potts & Tomos Mughan, Co-Founders of Hopper Carts, Establish new connections and meet new people in a casual, careerfocused setting on the third Thursday of every month with the Columbus Young Professionals Club.

Everyone will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and what they do while enjoying coffee with us at The Chocolate

Cafe. About this month’s Coffee Talk guests: Chris Potts and Tomos Mughan founded Hopper Carts in late 2016. They set out to connect Columbus like it has never been before by providing free, on-demand, eco-friendly rides to your favorite local places. Their electric vehicles are sponsored by brands that share an emphasis on a greener future, crafting an experience that riders love. $5.

7:30-9 a.m. Chocolate Cafe, 1855 Northwest Blvd., Upper Arlington.

FestCbus Holiday Ale Beer Tapping, Air your grievances and gather your druthers for some feats of strength and help us tap into the first keg of holiday ale for the season. We will also be tapping our Wholly Cran Cranberry Wheat.

This pink and tart holiday compliment is also an homage and recipe crafted in collaboration with our

awesome neighbors at Wholly Craft. 4-11 p.m.

Lineage Brewing, 2971 N. High St., Clintonville.

Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour, Have you ever wanted to get a drink and dinner for just $10? Now you can every Thursday from 5-7 at The Hills Downtown. Each week we will offer a pint of local draft beer and all you can eat from the hot bar special that evening for just $10. Bacca Coffee, a small batch coffee roaster from here in Columbus will be here sampling their beans, alongside Land Grant Brewing. Land Grant and Bacca have collaborated on a new beer called “Damn Good Cup of Coffee IPA.” Usual specials for the hot bar are tater tot bar, taco bar, nacho bar, soft pretzel bar or mashed potato bar. 5-7 p.m. The Hills Market Downtown, 95 N. Grant Ave., Downtown.

Visiting Artist: Suzanne Silver, In conjunction with the exhibition Suzanne Silver: Codes and Contingencies, Beeler Gallery presents a talk featuring Ohio-based artist Suzanne Silver. Silver is an Associate Professor in the Paint­ing & Drawing Program of the Department of Art at The Ohio State University.

Silver studied at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris and received an AB from Smith College and an MFA at The Ohio State University. She has exhibited her work internation­ally, including the Axel Raben Gallery in New York, Nexus Contemporary Art Center (Atlanta), Contemporary Jewish Museum (San Fran­cisco), David Yellin College (Jerusalem), Castle of Otranto (Otranto, Italy), the Weston Art Gallery (Cincinnati), The Bureau for Open Culture, the Center for Ongoing Research & Projects (Co-

lumbus), Ortega y Gasset Projects (Brooklyn), and the Columbus Museum of Art. 5-7 p.m. Canzani Center at CCAD, 60 Cleveland Ave., Downtown.

show is 2 per BuckID at the door and free food catered

by TRISM will be available throughout the night. 7-9 p.m. Trism, 1636 N. High St., South Campus.

Acoustic Happy Hour w/ Cordial Sins (Duo), Every week Brothers Drake features a stripped down acoustic version of some Columbus’s best local talent. This week: A duo performance of the Cordial Sins. 6-8 p.m. Brothers Drake Meadery, 26 E. 5th Ave., Short North.

Geek Sneak: “Justice League” in 70mm, Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired

by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater threat.

Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to recruit a team to stand against this newly awakened enemy. The Justice League unites in superhero-sized 70mm. 7 p.m. Gateway - University District, 1566 N. High St., South Campus.

Body Eclectic: Diverse Works by Kenya Davis, Reception for this exhibition by 2016 Arts Honors awardee Kenya Davis, who presents a diverse body of work that spans two decades. The work is quite diverse and ranges from spray paint and collage to acrylic paintings. The work is mostly abstract and displays strong visual evidence of cultural influences. 6-8 p.m. King Arts Complex Elijah Pierce Gallery, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave., King-Lincoln District.

Comedy Happy Hour, Come to Little Rock for an hour of fantastic local comedy. No cover. 6-7:30 p.m. Little Rock Bar, 944 N. Fourth St., Italian Village.

Barefuzz, 6 p.m. Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. 3rd Ave., Grandview.

Zay Hilfigerrr, $20-$100.

6:30 p.m. Skully’s MusicDiner, 1151 N. High St., Short North.

Battle Of The Bands Presented by OUAB at Trism, The Ohio Union Activities Board presents Battle of the Bands! Select bands will battle it out in competition for an opening slot at this year’s Big Spring Concert! Admission to the

“Harold and Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story,” Director of University of Michigan Screenwriting Jim Burnstein will introduces the film and discuss the contributions that American Jews have made to the movie industry. 7 p.m.

Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus, 1125 College Ave., Bexley.

Josh Abbott Band, $25$250. 7-11:30 p.m. The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St., Downtown.

Holiday Hoopla at Shadowbox Live, Holiday Hoopla mixes sketch comedy with seasonal music and features the hilarious send-up The Santa Babies.

Shadowbox Live’s longest running show, Holiday Hoopla has been entertaining audiences for a quarter of a century and has become a Columbus holiday tradition. 7:30 p.m. Shadowbox Live, 503 S. Front St., Brewery District.

Pere Ubu, Opening Artist: Minibeast, Quemado. Pere Ubu’s latest album is perhaps the most extensive orchestration of the band so far, with nine professional musicians coming together to produce 20 Years In A Montana Missile Silo. Following on from the success of their last album, Carnival Of Souls, from which two tracks were used in cult TV show “American Horror Story,” it is the latest in an extensive collection of albums that span the band’s 40+ year history. $22. 7:30 p.m. The Basement, 391 Neil Ave., Arena District.

Excesss Trivia, Join the Mad Mentalist every Thursday for super rad, free-toplay, buzzer-based trivia.

Free. 8-10 p.m. Hounddog’s Pizza, 2657 N. High St., North Campus.

Ryan Montbleau, Ryan Montbleau has been an acclaimed singer, songwriter, and bandleader for more than a decade, but with his new album, Was Just Leaving, the New England-based artist has truly arrived.

Contemplative and richly emotive, the album offers a glimpse into the oftenlonesome life of the relentlessly traveling troubadour, a strikingly single-minded existence too often clouded by the blur of constant motion. $15. 8 p.m. Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. 3rd Ave., Grandview.

wildly loyal fans. His lyrical insight is matched by a smooth baritone voice, virtuosic guitar chops, and creative open tunings, giving him a range and tenderness rare in folk music.

Considered a ‘songwriter’s songwriter’, his songs have been covered by artists such as k.d. lang and many others. In addition to his writing prowess, his skills as a performer and storyteller are unmatched.

9 p.m. Natalie’s Coal Fired Pizza and Live Music, 5601 N. High St., Worthington.

Friendship/Corbezzolo/ Field Sleeper, 18+. 9 p.m.midnight. Spacebar, 2590 N. High St., Old North.

Shakti Shakedown, This once a month gathering bridges the gap between muggles and magical people. All are welcome. Dawn of the New Era opens a special dimensional frequency to get buck wild. 9 p.m.

Brothers Drake Meadery, 26 E. 5th Ave., Short North.

FRIDAY, 11/17 “Lines/Edges: Frank Stella on Paper” | “Pair”: Public Opening, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Pizzuti Collection, 632 N. Park St., Short North.

An Evening with David Wilcox, Cleveland-born David Wilcox is now 18 records into a career marked by personal revelation and

Mastermind Bottle Release, Mastermind & Coffee Mastermind are back and we will be releasing bottles at the taproom first.

T.Wong, Armond Wakeup, Jonathan Baker, Barbara Fant & Bruce Slaughter, $10, under 21 pays additional $2 at door. All ages.

8 p.m. Rumba Cafe, 2507 Summit St., North Campus.

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Urban Tropic w/ Love Alive + Sylmar, 18+. $7. 8 p.m. Ace of Cups, 2619 N. High St., Old North.

Artist Talk with Leslie Adams | 2017 Biennial Juried Exhibition, An exhibiting artist in the Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery’s “2017 Biennial Juried Exhibition”, Leslie Adams will talk about her artwork and career. Leslie Adams, a Signature Status member of the Portrait Society of America, is an internationally recognized artist who specializes in figurative art and portraiture. Noon-1 p.m. Davidson Theatre, 77 S. High St., Downtown.

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Come pick some up, and try a limited release Mastermind infusion or the brand new Christmas Ale being released the same day.

4-10 p.m. Sideswipe Brewing, 2419 Scioto Harper Dr., West Side.

Pitch Session and Happy Hour With Jim Burnstein, Director of Screenwriting Program, University Of Michigan, Jim Burnstein, Director of Screenwriting Program, Department of Screen Art and Cultures, University of Michigan, will chat with participants that bring a few ideas of their budding story ideas.

After successfully writing a screenplay “Renaissance Man” that became a major Hollywood hit directed by Penny Marshall and starring Danny DeVito, Jim returned to his alma mater in 1995 to build one of America’s top screen writing programs.

His screen credits also include “Love and Honor.” $25-$10. 4:30 p.m. McConnell Arts Center, 777 Evening St., Worthington.

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“Rust to Dust” Opening Reception, Join us for the opening exhibition reception for “Rust to Dust: Frayed Opulenece and Luxuriant Ruin.” Artists Paula Nees and Eileen

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Woods share an interest in the dichotomy of sumptuous beauty and the decay that time and neglect inflict upon it. From the remnants of exquisite textiles and papers, to letters that spell out someone’s last words on earth, the exhibition looks at the ephemeral nature of animals’ habitat and human works. Both artists work with fabric and use unusual media in the translation of their ideas. 6-8 p.m. Columbus Cultural Arts Center, 139 W. Main St., Downtown.

Night Music: A WVMS Concert, As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, the students and instructors of Whitney and Ventola Music Studios explore the music of nighttime, sleep, and dreams and present to you a themed concert of instrumental music on guitar and piano at the adjacent Upstairs Arts Space.

Admission is free. 7-8 p.m.

Whitney and Ventola Music Studios, 3528 N. High St., Clintonville.

BOTU: 72spectrum Rap Party, 72spectrum presents the Best of the Underground. Come out and party with 72Spectrum. We will be celebrating music culture of Columbus with all new tracks. $5. 7 p.m.-midnight. Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St., North Campus.

Wax Tailor, The trip-hop performance moniker of one Jean-Christophe Le Saoût, Wax Tailor first emerged in the French electronica scene in 2004 (with the EP release Lost the Way), but didn’t release his debut album until 2006.

That debut, Tales of the Forgotten Melodies, was a hit both in France and in the United States, and made quite a dent on the CMJ charts that year. In 2007, Wax Tailor returned to the spotlight with his second full-length, Hope & Sorrow. $20/$22. 7 p.m. A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave., Campus.

Jen Kirkman, Jen Kirkman is a stand-up comedian and the author of the book, “I Can Barely Take Care of Myself,” which became an instant New York Times Bestseller when it was released in April 2013.You’ve seen Jen on her regular appearances on Comedy Central’s @midnight. $20. 7 p.m.

Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. 3rd Ave., Grandview.

Artist Talk: “Congruent”

by Felicia DeRosa, Spend an evening with artist Felicia DeRosa as she discuss-

es her exhibition “Congruent: A Study of Humanity in Transition.” What is it to be congruent, aligned with what is, versus what is perceived? Felicia DeRosa explores the human condition through different lenses of perception, by examining the public things we do and say. Such things equate our outward expression and serve to inform our first impression of one another in the context of the society in which we live and as reflection of the world. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 934 Gallery, 934 Cleveland Ave., Milo-Grogan.

Columbus’ 4th Annual Tribute to The Last Waltz, Columbus Musicians come together to pay tribute to the Music of The Last Waltz by The Band. James Wooster, with a core band consisting of Wib Schneider, Ryan Paradise, David Freeman, Michael Brokamp, and Benny Coleman have recruited an arsenal of Columbus’s finest musicians to recreate the spirit & the music of The Last Waltz.

The original Last Waltz Concert was on Thanksgiving day in 1976, and was made into a music documentary directed by Martin Scorsese. The concert was meant as a farewell to the group The Band and included performances by their friends and musical inspirations. $15. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St., Campus.

Holiday Hoopla at Shadowbox Live, See Thursday listing for information. 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Live, 503 S. Front St., Brewery District.

Fior Angelico “Spanish Songs for Lamentation & Rejoicing,” The series of liturgies for Holy Week has inspired some of the most beautiful music in the Christian tradition, prompting composers to explore the very extremes of human emotion, from grief to exultation. This program juxta-

poses these two extremes with music by the Spanish Renaissance composers Francisco Guerrero, Alonso Lobo, and Tomás Luis de Victoria, featuring Victoria’s setting of The Lamentations of Jeremiah for Good Friday as well as Lobo’s Missa Maria Magdalene for Easter Sunday. Formed in 2006, Fior Angelico is a Columbusbased chamber chorus of sixteen singers dedicated to the performance of early music. $12. 8 p.m. St. Joseph Cathedral, 212 E. Broad St., Downtown.

Jonathan Finlayson & Sicilian Defense, Jazz trumpeter Jonathan Finlayson’s album Moving Still (Pi Recordings) with the band Sicilian Defense has quickly garnered critical raves, including Finlayson being named as Best New Artist in JazzTimes’ critics’ poll. The album showcases the trumpeter’s clean-pitched agility and fresh phrasing, as well as deft, joyous ensemble playing with well-designed strategies in sound. 8-10 p.m. Wexner Center, 1871 N. High St., Campus.

King Buu, Prize The Doubt, Tasty, Slimfit, A Friday evening of eclectic rock ‘n roll music. 8 p.m.1 a.m. Spacebar, 2590 N. High St., Old North.

The Glorious Sons, A no-frills, everyman Canadian rock unit in the vein of the Tragically Hip, the Headstones, the Arkells, and the Trews, Kingston, Ontario’s the Glorious Sons formed in 2011 around the talents of Jay Emmons, Andrew Young, Adam Paquette, Chris Huot and Brett Emmons. The Black Box Recordings-issued Union, which featured the radio hits “Mama,” “Heavy,” “White Noise,” and “Lightning,” arrived in September 2014. $10/$12. 8 p.m. The Basement, 391 Neil Ave., Arena District.

Ghastly, Growing up on a goat farm in the desert of Arizona might not be considered the typical American upbringing for the next big DJ and producer, but then again Ghastly isn’t your typical American artist. Many have described the genre bending musician as a partially insane young man with a dark sense of humor.

Politely abominable and casually destructive, he wields the catch phrase “born to die” as a mantra to his chaotic lifestyle.

Ghastly’s approachable yet hard-hitting style ushers a forward-thinking dynamic that is not often

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seen in today’s saturated scene, and his solo productions and collaborations present an unequivocal level of determination and finesse that fuses multiple styles together. Uniquely creating hybrid blends of house, trap, and dubstep into a potpourri of bass, the young producer definitively pushes the boundaries of the entire EDM scene today, and a handful of the industry’s finest have recognized his potential. 21+.

9 p.m. Trism, 1636 N. High St., South Campus.

Lackluster, Clemens and Company, Xtalk, 21+/ $5. 9 p.m. Brothers Drake Meadery, 26 E. 5th Ave., Short North.

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An Evening With Loudon Wainwright III and Lucy Wainwright Roche, Loudon Wainwright III returns to Natalie’s with his special guest (and daughter) Lucy Wainwright Roche. Wainwright has had a long and illustrious career highlighted by more than two dozen album releases, movie and TV credits, and now his new autobiography, “Liner Notes.” 9:30 p.m. Natalie’s Coal Fired Pizza and Live Music, 5601 N. High St., Worthington.

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Damn, Girl!, Damn Girl is a party for all! An eclectic mix of music rooted in discofunk and spanning many genres and decades Join us for our monthly dance night with DJs Donnie Mossman and Charles Erickson.

21+. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Skully’s Music-Diner, 1151 N. High St., Short North.

Little Beat at Double Happiness, This is the last Little Beat! Come say farewell to Double Happiness! 10 p.m.

Double Happiness, 482 S. Front St., Brewery District.

SATURDAY, 11/18 Retired Plant Sale at Franklin Park Conservatory, The sale features a

variety of tropical foliage and blooming plants, including plants grown from specimens currently exhibited at the Conservatory, to make room for upcoming exhibitions. 9 a.m.-noon. Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St., Franklin Park.

Worthington Farmers Market, The Worthington Farmers Market brings together more than 75 highquality artisans, farmers, food producers, gardeners and musicians. Its mission is simple: Encourage, support, and promote the entrepreneurial efforts of local, independent, and small-scale farmers and food artisans seeking to sell their products directly to consumers. As a result, each Saturday Worthington residents and visitors gain access to locally grown and/or produced fruits and vegetables; cheeses, jams, jellies, honey and maple syrup; various cuts of meats and eggs; as well as flowers, herbs, plants and homemade soaps, among other items. Free. 8 a.m.noon. Intersection of North High Street and New England Street, Worthington.

Columbus ChristmasFair, The Columbus ChristmasFair, a holiday marketplace showcasing the works of 150 artists and crafters from Ohio and throughout the Midwest, will once again be held in the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center. The show is a wonderful alternative to shopping at the mall.

Customers are guaranteed to find a bounty of unique handcrafted items all made by small businesses! $6. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Lausche Building-Ohio State Fairgrounds, 717 E. 11 Ave., North Side.

Columbus Past, Present and Future Tour, Founded to be the Capital of Ohio over 200 years ago, Columbus has evolved into a thriving metropolis and is forecast to continue its

growth into the future.

Hear about its history, the stories of its people, their contributions and creations that have inspired a nation. See where Germans immigrants settled 150 years ago. Take in the history of the Great Migration and its effect on Columbus, learn about our role in the birth of the NFL, hear about the discoveries that have changed a nation, and learn how the Short North acquired its name. Join us as we travel back through time, explore the development of Columbus, hear the tales of those who made the city what it is today, and discover the new developments, plans, for the future of our city. $36. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The Ohio Statehouse, S. Third St., Veterans Plaza, 1 Capitol Square, Downtown.

Creative Christmas Bazaar & Silent Auction, The North Park Church of Christ-sponsored event will feature handmade craft vendors, direct sale vendors, and at least seven silent auction baskets. Admission is $1 (or 3 canned goods) per person. 10 a.m.3 p.m. North Park Church of Christ, Family Life Center & Foyer, 4938 Westerville Rd., North Side.

Free Winery Cellar Tour, Grab a glass of wine and join us for a fun, informative tour of the first and oldest winery in central Ohio. During the tour, you will learn about the history of Wyandotte and about the process of making wine. The tour lasts about an hour and requires stairs. Afterwards, stay for a hot-pressed Panini and a wine tasting, or enjoy a bottle of wine, and don’t forget to try our delicious gourmet wine cakes.

Reservations required.

Free. 12:30 and 3:30 p.m.

Wyandotte Winery, 4640 Wyandotte Dr.

But a short stroll from the halls of learning, there exists a Columbus institution - a cornerstone of home game revelry. It is the Out-R-Inn and its institute of higher fandom. Inside the institute’s hallowed walls, students and alumni share together frothy refreshments while renewing kinship over the common bond of malice for the state up north that shall not be named.

This tradition. This sacred inheritance is known by its ancient designation...

THIS SATURDAY

20 EAST FRAMBES

PRE-GAME RITUAL STARTS AT 1:30 P.M.

Presented by

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Not Your Mama’s Big Holiday Market, Loads of new amazing vendors plus all the ones you love to love! We’ll be serving up unique handmade items from 70+ Makers, along with food + drink, festive music, and much, much more. Tickets are very limited so grab yours while you can. Admission from 2-6 p.m. is free to all. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 555 N. High St., Short North.

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Open Studio at Columbus Museum of Art, Visitors of all ages are welcome to drop into Columbus Museum of Art’s JPMorgan Chase Center for Creativity Studio

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to explore ideas, solve creative challenges, and collaborate with friends or family. This program is free with general Museum admission, no reservation requested.

1-3 p.m. 480 E. Broad St., Downtown.

Bezz Believe Hustle God III Tour, Performances by; Yung Dane, Byand, CGE, 80s Back Ent, Erica Eve, DTooDope & more. $10, $3 additional at door for under 21. 5:30 p.m.-midnight. Alrosa Villa, 5055 Sinclair Rd., North Side.

House Wine 10th Anniversary Party, We are ready to celebrate 10 years in Worthington and we know that we couldn’t

do it without our customers and our team at the shop. Let’s celebrate together! You have your memories that we’ve been a part of whether it’s been at our shop or in your home and we have many of ours as well with you.

Join us for an evening of good wine and beer plus birthday cupcakes from Batter & Bowl. We’ll have glass pour specials including some 2007 vintage wines on the Enomatics for you to enjoy as well as cupcakes as long as they last. We hope you’re able to stop by to join the festivities. 7-11 p.m.

Worthington Farmers Market, 646 N. High St., Worthington.

Holiday Hoopla at Shadowbox Live, See Thursday listing for information.

7:30 and 10:30 p.m. Shadowbox Live, 503 S. Front St., Brewery District.

Bleep Bloop : The Fifth Pupil Tour feat. Sayer + Sumthin Sumthin, Bleep Bloop’s musical world is one of stripped back, bass-heavy beats paired with stark, surreal soundscapes. Aggressive and off the wall sounds weave in and out of heavy drums as he blends genres into a low frequency style that works as well at a festival as it does in your headphones. 18+. 8 p.m.

Skully’s Music-Diner, 1151 N. High St., Short North.

The Jauntee w/Barefuzz, The Jauntee has quickly made a name for themselves in the New England music scene. Hailing from Boston, they’ve solidified a dedicated following in the Northeast, playing most staple venues in the area. A focus on live improvisation, set list variety, and musical exploration makes every show different from the last, truly making The Jauntee a live act to see again and again. Drawing influence from a wide variety of bands, The Jauntee’s improvisational landscape spans multiple genres. $7/$10. 8 p.m. Brothers Drake Meadery, 26 E. 5th Ave., Short North.

Mall Bangs: 80s Pop, R&B, Big Hair Rockers & Soundtrack Jams, !!!

Travel back in time when neon ruled and the only thing that mattered was the mall, your friends, and scoring some wine coolers from your big sister! This party is all about over-thetop 80s: bubblegum pop, R&B, big hair rockers and soundtrack jams. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ace of Cups, 2619 N. High St., Old North Pale Waves w/The Candescents, 9 p.m. Rumba Cafe, 2507 Summit St., North Campus.

Excesss Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Tatoheads Public House, 1297 Parsons Ave., Merion Village.

Webb Wilder & The Beatnecks, Before there were Kings of Leon, Keys of Black or Whites of Jack in Nashville, there was Webb Wilder. Rock ‘n’ roll, from Nashville. Formed from Mississippi mud, tinged with British mod. Bruised by the blues. Baptized by Buck and Chuck. Psychiatric psycho-rootsy. Sizzling, glistening, uneasy listening. 10 p.m. Natalie’s Coal Fired Pizza and Live Music, 5601 N. High St., Worthington

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3-DAY REYNOLDSBURG ESTATE TAG SALE 6802 Clymer Dr. Reynoldsburg , Ohio 43068 Thurs. Nov. 16, 12pm -5pm, Fri. Nov. 17 ,10am-5pm, Sat. Nov. 18, 10am -3pm Indoor whole house Estate Tag sale. Antiques w/ china cabinet, trunks, oak washstand, dressers and more,contemporary fine furniture, wicker, collectibles, books, 4 pc. cherry BRS, cut crystal, fine china, Households, kitchenware, 100’s of items not listed. 2001 Lexus sedan IS 300 w/145k miles, Full price Thurs., Fri. 25% off, Sat. 50% off , early sign in sheet for orderly entrance on Thurs. Become a Facebook friend “ SELECT SALES BY MICHAEL, Craigslist Keyword search “ SSBM “ or www.EstateSales.net.

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BRUNER LAND COMPANY, INC. (614) 565-5666 www.brunerland.com "Financing Available"

Alpine Village - Large 1 & 2 BR, SW School Dist. From $475-$525, 614-878-6615

LEASE/PURCH. or RENT

Business Closed Well Maintained CNC and Gear Facility

Lost and Found

Ash Machine Corporation 10795 Morse Rd. SW, Pataskala (Columbus), Ohio Inspection: Mon, Nov. 13, 9-4

Auction Today 2 PM 17 storage units, Budget Storage 6805 Commerce Court Dr. BlackLick Ohio, 43004 Questions Call 614-374-2311

Business Opportunity Several restaurants available in the Central Ohio area. Terms Dan Sheeran or Mike Semon 614-224-2400 NAI Ohio Equities LLC

Tues, Nov. 14, 10:00 am ANNOUNCE⁄THAT SPECIAL CELEBRATION The Celebrations! Page runs every Sunday in the Arts/Life Section. There are three packages to choose from, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Laminations are $5.00 each. Call 614-888-8888, Mon.-Fri., 8am5pm to request a packet or visit our web page at dispatch.com/celebrations to download the forms and view the packages and requirements. Ads must be received by NOON the Monday preceeding publication.

MERCHANDISE • ANNOUNCEMENTS • REAL ESTATE/RENTALS • FINANCIAL ADULT ENTERTAINMENT • EMPLOYMENT & EDUCATION SERVICES • PETS • TRANSPORTATION

FEATURING: Mazak Nexus Vertical Machining Center, New 2012 (2) Mazak Nexus Quick Turn 250 CNC Turning Centers Mazak Quick Turn 20 HP CNC Turning Center Colonial 20 Ton X 72" Horizontal Broach Hyd-Mech S12 Horizontal Band Saw Gear Hobbers Gear Generators Gear Shapers (2) Sunnen Hones Tool Room Machinery Tooling and Gaging Items

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Lost Passport! Mahmed Jaber, Jordanian Nationality Lost in Cbus If found please call 614-818-8594.

Information Obtain Veteran ID Cards 1 N. Main St. London, OH 43140 Starting Nov. 14, 2017. The Madison County Vet. Service Center will start providing ID cards. To obtain an ID card, veterans can come to service center. Every Tues/Thurs/ from 1-3 PM. Please bring copy of DD Form 214/equivalent. We can assist w/obtaining DD Form 214. Applicants must come to back door of office. Questions? Call 740-852-0676 Seeking former employees who worked at Nelson McCoy (1974 - 1976) in Roseville, OH. Please call Christina at (800)358-5922 or (314)295-6153.

Miscellaneous for Sale FORMAL DINING ROOM TABLE with 8 upholstered chairs, 3 leaves, quality made in excellent condition.

Must sell. $300. Call 614-507-4793.

Inspection: Tues, Nov. 28 , 9-4

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Fadal VMC-4020 & VMC-15XT CNC Vertical Mach. Centers Hardinge VMC-1000-II CNC Vertical Machining Center Accurpress 60 Ton X 6’ Hydraulic Press Brake Dake VH-24 Vertical Band Saw Clausing Colchester 1550 Lathe Welders*Mills*Grinders*Saws Brown & Sharpe CMM Large Quantity Tooling and Inspection Items

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(937) 426-8446

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Arbor Village Dr 4991- 2BR $595. A/C, security door.

No pets, heat/water incl. 614-486-5035

Darbyville! 1 acre, now $29,900.

Premier KIKO Auction Exciting Real Estate Opportunity 150-Acre Wooded Retreat W/ 28-Acre Stocked Lake Spectacular 7,000-Sq.-Ft. Lodge Known As Steel Lake Lodge In Athens, OH Absolute auction, all sells to the highest bidder on location: 9150 HARNER RD., ATHENS, OH 45701 FRIDAY – NOVEMBER 24, 2017 – 1:00 PM Call for private showing times.

Log onto www.kikopremier.com for more details & pictures.

AUCTION BY ORDER OF: Steel Lake Lodge LLC AUCTIONEERS/REALTORS: Brooks E. Ames, 330-703-2732 or brooks@kikocompany.com and Peter Kiko, 330-705-5996 KIKO Auctioneers (330) 455-9357 www.kikopremier.com

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Call 614-578-4853.

ARLINGTON 4751 NUGENT DRIVE 1600 sq.ft. ranch, 2BR, 2BA, family room with fireplace, private patio, all appls. furnished, basement, 2 car attached gar., $1500/mo. Call 614-620-4198.

Broad Meadows Blvd - Lg 1 & 2BRS just N. of Graceland. A/C, cptd, off st pkg. $499-$549, 614-477-5559 Clintonville Area, Spacious 1 BR, 35 W. Duncan off st pkg, A/C. $589, 614-477-5559 Crosscreek Apts- Lg 1&2 BR, twhse w/bsmt. A/C, patio. Corner of Noe-Bixby $539-$815, 614-477-5559

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2BR, 1.5BA, FINISHED REC ROOM, $875/MO. + DEPOSIT. CRED. CHECK REQ’D. NO PETS! CALL 614-390-7880. AVAILABLE NOW!!

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EAST - Appleway condo. E. Livingston/Brice area.

W/D hkup. 1BR ranch, patio, $525/mo. 614-648-3619

GARAGE STORAGE TO RENT Located near Polaris. $110/mo. 614-846-8488

Grove City, Bi-Level, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, CA, Upgrades! $1,413/mo. Call 614-875-0076.

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Grove City Spacious 1 & 2 BR Lofted ceilings, appls, C/A, patios, & carports, on Parkmead Dr $655-$755, 614-878-6615

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3471 Delwin Ct. 3br House for Rent, 1BA, Large yard, 1 floor $925 no pets, 614-864-1796

1 bedrooms $595, 2 bedrooms $690 Deposit on both is $225, $25 App fee.

Additional fees apply for pets*. Resident pays Electric only. *Restrictions on size and breed.

3 Bedroom Home Carpenter Street on Busline $725/month 614-252-2597

Call 614-885-7600 SHOWE MANAGEMENT

466 KING AVE- AC, kitchen, lounge, laundry, $375/mo incls all utilities. NS Environment. 614-486-5035.

880 E Broad & 17th St. Luxury Apts. Hdwd Flrs, tall ceilings, A/C , $550-$800, 614-477-5559 Need More Staff? Advertise job openings in Alive

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3/4 BR Homes, 7 available, starting at $849.

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A/C $575/mo. Bkgrnd check req’d. 614-425-1262 PICKERINGTON SCHOOLS, 3BR Duplex, attach 2 car garage, full basement, deck, $1,050/mo, 466 Courtland Ln MUST HAVE GOOD CREDIT & REFERENCES Avai.l Dec 3rd Call 614-863-0573

RENT or LEASE/PURCH. 3/4 BR Homes, 7 available, starting at $849.

NO Sect 8. Low down, Bad credit OK, 614-434-8406, www.HomesByAW.com

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Rent $1399/mo. Call 614 855 2392

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We can get u approved, we have all redone homes, East, North, etc. We give you a D/P, pay closing, pymts in the $500’s. Call now, 614-470-0395 Vic. Vill, 1 bedrm, Victorian Bldg, on bus line, no dogs From $655-$755. 614-477-5559 WEST " COTTAGES Furnished " Utilities Paid. $250/week plus deposit. Call 614-879-6617.

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Ostrander! 5 acres, $69,900.

1928 Agler Rd 2BR flats, convenient to shopping, busline, etc. $450-$515. 614-702-9648

(937) 426-8446

Weds, Nov. 29, 10:00 am

Apt- South 220-234 Hinkle. 2BR & 3BR, Sec 8.

Rent $575-625/mo. Open Oct 31- Nov 1. 614 519 0628

To easily find what you’re looking for, turn to our Service Directory at the front of the classified section.

WINNERS WANTED!

MORGAN CO: 26 acres, perfect for hunting, reduced to $52,900. Near Burr Oak.

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MUSKINGUM CO: Not too late to secure your own piece of hunting land this year! 22 to 107 acres, starting at $45,900. Just minutes from Zanesville.

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PERRY CO: Several parcels located next to Wayne National Forest near Portersville. Call for more info or check out our website.

BRUNER LAND COMPANY, INC. (614) 565-5666 www.brunerland.com "Financing Available" Ostrander! 5 acres, $69,900.

Darbyville! 1 acre, now $29,900.

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Accepting Applications For The Following Position: Associate Director of Development, Annual Giving: The Associate Director of Development for Annual Giving is responsible for the content management and execution of marketing strategies for annual giving including online giving and social media outreach. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining annual fund and mid-level donor capacity and increasing the annual financial support for Ohio University’s students, faculty and programs in order to achieve fundraising objectives and goals as defined by University Advancement.

Minimum Qualifications: -Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university required.

-At least four (4) years of experience. **An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by November 28, 2017 online: http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/ postings/24709 Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce.

Skilled Trades Construction Project Coordinator For a full description of this position and how to apply, visit: http://careers.kenyon.edu/cw/enus/job/492478/construction-project-coordinator

DIESEL MECHANICS WANTED

Must be qualified and have previous experience.

Must have own tools. Experience changing breaks & tires, and computer programs preferred.

Salary negotiable based on exp.

If interested, call 614-363-4183 ask for Marci.

Franklin County Sanitary Engineering

UTILITY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST 1

PLUMBERS RESIDENTIAL or ENTRY LEVEL Earn up to $22/hr Applied Mechanical Systems is accepting applications for residential or entry-level Plumbers. All levels of experience will be considered. Competitive salary and benefits package including paid time off, 401 (k) w/ match, health, dental and vision insurance.

Please call 614-339-0377 for application information.

Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Work Place

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"RACAR International D/E LLC is looking for Software Developers- Applications to work in Dublin, OH and various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S. Requires a Master’s* Degree or equiv. in Comp.

Sci. or related field and exp. in .NET, ASP.NET, ADO.NET, C#, C++, SCADA, MATLAB, HTML5, SQL Server, ClearCase and Visio. * In lieu of a Master’s degree a Bachelor’s degree or equiv. plus 5 yrs of exp. is required. Send resumes to dynab@racarintl.com REF. 5132.024.�

Senior Software Developer, Exceptional Innovation, Westerville, OH. Provide design, development, and maintenance of Exceptional Innovation’s media player application. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. 7 yrs exp. in software development. 4 yrs of recent experience in writing code for set top boxes or other streaming related technologies. Exp. may overlap to total 7 yrs. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume/cv to: jobs@exceptionalinnovation.com

RESIDENTIAL or ENTRY LEVEL Earn up to $20/hr Applied Mechanical Systems is accepting applications for residential or entry-level Sheet Metal/HVAC installers. All levels of experience will be considered. Competitive salary and benefits package including paid time off, 401 (k) w/ match, health, dental and vision insurance.

Please call 614-339-0377 for application information.

Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Work Place

Transport.Drivers CDL Class A Driver Home Daily $1,300- $1,500 Base Plus- Benefits, 401k, Component Pay, Uniforms Call 888-888-8888

NIGHT DISPATCHER

Capitol Express has a position Open for night shift dispatch. Schedule is 3 twelve hour. Shifts and one 6 hour. So you’re on 3.5 days and off 3.5 days.

Excellent pay and benefits.

Reply Rory.p@capitolexpress.biz 3815 Twin Creeks Dr. Col. 43204

Sales-Marketing Restaurant Marketing Specialist, Maintain and input pricing, products, and campaign scheduling across all ecommerce platform, digital menu, and Point of Sales system. Bachelor’s in Bus. Adm. or Marketing.

Mail resume to Eugene Food, Inc., 4720 Reed Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43220

Computers-Info Comtech Global, Inc., Quality Assurance Specialist, Columbus, OH- Analyze, design, develop, install, test automation framework and implement solutions for business requirements using C#, Coded UI, MS TFS, SQL, Visual Studio, .Net, OOD, Agile/Scrum, C/C++ in Windows environment.

Resumes to toneyc@comtech-global.com.

Database Management Analyst - Associate – Columbus, OH. Design & build Sybase and SQL Server T-SQL database solutions. Req. Master’s in Comp. App., Management Info Sys., Comp. Eng., Comp. Sci., or rel. field + 3 yrs. exp. in job offered or as Database Dev., Sys. Analyst, IT Consultant, or rel. occ., OR Bachelor’s in Comp. App., Management Info Sys., Comp. Eng., Comp. Sci., or rel. field + 5 yrs. exp. in job offered or as Database Dev., Sys. Analyst, IT Consultant, or rel. occ. Req. 3 yrs. exp. w/: Sybase T-SQL & ANSI SQL development; translating data requirements to database design specifications; & Sybase or SQL Server database performance tuning. Req. 2 yrs. exp. w/: Data Modeling in modeling tools such as Erwin; & data migrations & loads across platforms such as Oracle, Sybase, & SQL Server. Req. any exp. w/: SQL Server T-SQL development. To apply, visit http://careers.jpmorganchase.com & apply to job #:170111815. EOE, AAE, M/F/D/V. JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. www.jpmorganchase.com

JAVA DEVELOPER

CEM Technology, Inc. seeks Java Developer for Dublin, OH. Resumes: 565 Metro Place S, Ste. 300, Dublin, OH 43017. No calls.

Send it by mail, EOE Lead Developer - Columbus, OH. Deliver s/ware solutions for proprietary s/ware products using Java, J2EE, Oracle, PL/SQL, Tapestry, Hibernate, Eclipse, Spring framework, Servlets, Struts. Full SDLC. MS + exp. Mail resumes: HR, Vitech Systems Group, 401 Park Ave So, NY, NY 10016.

Network & Computer Systems Administrator.

Hilliard. Coordinate networks in overall supermarket chain; oversee network security; maintain hardware & applications on network related to administrative functions including import, int’l inventory tracking; financial mgmt tools; HR administration; implement related computer programs, practices & policies.

Req’d: BS information technology or related; Knowledge of: principles of computer networks; application system design & implementation; electronic commerce; intelligent networks; digital logic circuits; calculus & statistics; pc assembly & maintenance; management science; structure and content of the English language. M-F, 9-5. Send resume to Job #6, CAM Group USA, Inc. 3781 Park Mill Run Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026.

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Engineering-Tech American Electric Power, New Albany, OH, seeks Engineer Sr – System Performance Analysis.

Conduct adv analysis on system performance & provide solutions to support planning, operations, engineering, regulatory & financial needs of the company. Perform steady-state, dynamic, & transient power system modeling & simulation & perform system restoration studies. Perform geomagnetic disturbance (GMD) analysis by building GMD system models & conducting assessment of the impact of GMD on AEP system in PJM, SPP & ERCOT footprint. Collect & analyze Transmission level power quality data by developing ways to capture harmonics data system-wide.

Utilize power systems simulation & analysis tools, incl PSS/E, Power World, Aspen, MATLAB, Python & PSCAD. Reqs: BS in an ABET* accredited electrical engineering program & 6 yrs exp as an electrical engineer which must incl exp in the following areas: Power system transients & transient stability analysis, power system modeling, power quality & harmonic compensation, disturbance & impact analysis, power system dynamics & stability, linear power system state estimation algorism, Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU), protection & relaying schemes, & load flow & fault studies. Alt, a Ph.D. in an ABET* accredited EE program & sound knowledge of power system as demonstrated by a dissertation relating to power system & a grad level course or dissertation in each of the areas noted above is acceptable. Also acceptable is a MS in an ABET* accredited EE program & 4 yrs exp in each of the areas noted above. *ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering & Technology. Non-ABET accredited adv degree in EE must be from a university with an ABET accredited BS program in EE. Non-ABET accredited BS in EE must be accompanied by a Professional Engineers (PE) license from any U.S. state. Candidates may apply online at www.aep.com.#LI-DNI & #LI-DNP

Medical-Dental Dental Office - Scheduling Coordinator Grove City practice looking for FT Scheduling Coordinator. 2+ yrs. exp req within dental office.

Eaglesoft exp helpful. Must be professional and reliable. Position reqs 2 evenings. Full benefit package with Health and 401(k). Email resume to GCFDOM@AOL.COM.

Medical Office Help

Looking for a full time individual to multi-task in a busy east side pediatric office. Duties include receptionist and use of electronic medical records.

Medical office exp preferred but not required.

Salary based on exp. Please send resume to egprnmanager@yahoo.com or fax to 614-866-9752

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Grandview area CPA firm seeking Tax Accountant /CPA with at least three years experience. Excellent opportunity for involvement in both tax & accounting areas of our fast growing firm. Great location & work environment with competitive salary & benefits. Pritchett, Dlusky, Saxe & Keller, Ltd. Send resume to: Tyler Abbruzzese. email: tabb@pdskcpa.com

ACCOUNTANT

Staff Accountant sought by Samuel S. Lee, Inc. (dba Lee’s Accounting Services) for Columbus, OH. Prep fin’l statements for small businesses & prep individual/ business tax returns for fed/state/local taxes. Communicate w/ business owners & help w/ acctg needs. Use current comp/technology to dvlp, modify, & doc recordkeeping & acctg systems. Must have a Bach’s deg in Acctg, Fin’l Math, or the equiv.

Resumes to: Samuel Lee, CPA, 410 E. 12th Ave., Columbus, OH 43201. No calls.

Personal Lines CSR Dublin Insurance Agency, Seeking a licensed exp’d Personal Lines CSR on a full time basis to assist our sales force and inside customer service reps.

Communication and organizational skills are important. Experience using Applied and Excel worksheets a plus. Hours worked are flexible.

Submit resume to mkeenan@keenanins.com or to rkeenan@keenanins.com

SEASONAL TAX PREPARER

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CPA firm has opening for seasonal tax preparer with minimum 3 years 1040 experience. Excellent hourly rate with paid overtime. Grandview location with parking. Lacerte tax software experience a plus.

Send resume and salary requirements to: Laubie, Karling & Assoc, LLC, 1041 Dublin Rd., Cols., OH 43215, or email resume@lkacpas.com

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(Non-Bargaining) A position is available for a qualified applicant to clean and service pump stations and treatment plant EQ basins; repair water and sewer lines, electrical control panels, physical structures. Operate and transport dump truck, backhoe, Jet/Vac, Sludge Tanker or other equipment for water distribution and sewer collections repair or improvements.

Qualifications: HSG/GED and 1 year of utility experience. Prefer valid Class A State of Ohio CDL with Tanker endorsement Operator’s license or the ability to acquire it within 6 months of hire date.

Salary: $15.76 - $18.92/hr., plus a Comprehensive Benefits Package. If interested and to apply on-line, please go to: http://hr-boc.franklincountyohio.gov by 12/6/17. -EOE-

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Picker/Packer Opportunities

Are you looking for a great opportunity to grow your career with an industry leading company? Do you have Order Pulling and/or Packing experience?

If so, we want you to join our team!!

Sally Beauty Columbus Distribution has immediate openings for 1st, 2nd Shift Picker/Packers.

1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30p (OT as needed) 2nd Shift - Monday - Friday 3:30pm to Midnight (OT as needed) 3rd Shift - Sunday -Wednesday 8:30pm to 7:00am As Picker/Packer, you will be responsible for filling orders in a safe, accurate and timely manner, according to the Company’s standard operating procedures, while maximizing productivity. In addition, this position requires you to maintain freight integrity, assist with organizing the warehouse and process facility orders.

Pay starts at $11.50 with 3 pay increases in your first year! We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, and 401(k) with company match.

Interested applicants should apply at http://bit.ly/SallyColPP or 4309 Janitrol Road, Columbus, 43228.

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG PUPS - AKC HOUSE TRAINED, champion lines, OFA sired, well marked, friendly personality home raised, 110 lbs. full grown, $900. Call 330-763-4713 will text picture.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniard Puppies for Sale Tri color, blenheim, Call 614-214-1436

SHOP/DELIVERY COMBO POSITION

8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri. Will Train. Mechanically inclined.

Able to drive standard shift. Good dirving record.

Apply in person at Columbus Hi-Lo, Inc. 2270 Harper Rd. 614-275-0303

German Shepherd - German Imports at stud. Training, Obed., home protection, sch. classes, imports, young dogs, pups for sale. Learn to train dogs w/us.

740-756-7387 www.estatedogs.com GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES

German Bloodlines, AKC registered, will be ready

by Christmas. 4 males, 3 females, Call 614-940-8126.

Handyman Services

Pets BEABULL PUP 1 male, black & white, 6 weeks old, answers to "Donald" will take deposit & hold, all shots, vaccines, $350. Call 330-674-0820.

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Look through ads from dealers and private sellers that are categorized by makes and models, simplifying your search.

REPTILE SALE & SHOW Franklin Co. Fairgrounds, 5035 Northwest Prkwy, Hilliard 43026.

Biggest Show in Central OH. December 16, 9:00-3:00.

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2003 Acura CL Type S Sport model, automatic, V6, silver, sunroof, black leather luxury interior, timing belt water pump service done recently, runs great, 286K miles, $1400 SOLD SOLD 1994 Alfa-Romeo Spyder Red w/blk convtable top, leather interior, approx. 83,000 mi., $13900 obo.

Call 614-783-8764.

2014 Ford Focus 4 cylinder 5 speed manual, Cold AC, power windows, power locks, aluminum wheels, good tires, good brakes, 58,000 miles, $6,950 SOLD SOLD

1930 Model A Ford 2 door Sedan, 12 V. New interior, paint and tires. Call 614-296-4959

96 Ford Taurus 4-Door GX Luxury Model, 24 VOH, 137k miles, excellent condition in and out, no rust or dents, always garaged, wife’s car-deceased, new batt., tires, brakes, lines $3,200 614-309-8055 2006 Ford F150 FX4 Crew Cab, Sun Roof, leather, 5.4L, tilt, cruise, Call $9,500 614-619-3459 2014 Ford Escape titanium 4 wheel drive, Ecoboost, heated leather seats, back up camera, panorama sun roof, $17,500 New Brakes, EC, Call 614-619-3459 2007 Ford Ranger Sport Super Cab, 4x4, Alloy, bedliner, tilt, cruise, 9,500 74k miles Call 614-619-3459 2010 Grey Ford XLT super Cab Truck custom wheels, automatic trans, bed cover, AC, sirius radio, step bars, bed liner, exceptionally clean, $13,900 614-837-6995 or 614-565-3971 2008 HONDA ACCORD EXL 4 dr., gold with ivory lthr., 4 cylinder automatic, heated seats, moonrf., full pwr, new tires & brakes, exc. condition, 92,000 mi., new price $7,995/obo.

Call 740-507-4213.

03 HONDA ACCORD EXL 2 dr coupe, v6 automatic, full power, heated lthr. seats, new tires & brakes, 127K miles, exc. condition, $4,995 firm.

SOLD

Restored, can be driven anywhere. 614-336-1171.

REG. 3 MALES, 1 FEMALE, EXCELLENT BLOODLINES $300. CALL 614-940-8126

West highland terrier puppies Pedigree papers, male $850 Female $950 Have parents Shots ,wormed, 8 weeks Very loveable 740-497-6318

Aprilia 200 CC Scooter w/windsheild, great shape, $900 740-524-4684

AT YOUR HOME. È KEVIN AT 614-580-5189

Rich’s 65’ Bucket Truck Tree Service- Stump Removal, Lic. & Ins. Free Estimates 614-394-2367

Wheels

Recreation

$39/HOUR LABOR - PC REPAIR

Tree Service

Wheels

Yorkie puppy 7 mo old 2.5 pounds $500 No papers Gorgeous Black & white female Sheltie 2 years old $300 Has papers Call 614-272-6892

Computer Services

ROB’S HANDYMAN - General maintenance, kitchen’s, bathrooms, no job is too small.

Call 614-546-5942 or 614-648-1768

Wheels

FREE CATS

I have 4 great ones (in and out) that I must re-home d/t son/grandchildren allergic reactions. There will be no charge and cats will have up-to-date shots (documentation provided).

I hope you can help.

Call Glen 614-208-4389. Thank you.

Frenchton puppies - French Bulldog & Boston Terrier Cross, blue with white trim & other colors, shots, & wormed, $1,200 Call 330-243-1247

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or disability.

Security Officer Mount Vernon Plaza Apartment community in Columbus, Ohio.

Join a renowned and rapidly growing Property Management Team! OPOTA Certification Req’d. We offer a competitive salary plus benefits including: -Employer Paid Individual Health/Dental -401(k) Plan with Employer match -Paid vacation and Holiday pay Fax resumes 810-750-7000 or email imsjobs4@imsteam.net

Pets

MORKIE PUPS - 2 females & 1 male , 6 weeks old, under 10 lbs., non-shedding, up-to-date on vaccines, Home raised. Very intelligent $550 Call 614-400-7012.

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CHROME PLATING BUMPERS, POT METAL, MOTORCYCLES. 30 YRS.+ EXP. 3 WEEKS. TURN AROUND. PICK UPS AVAIL. INFO. CALL 330-456-5400.

2006 Class A motor coach, Fleet Wood bounder, 32 feet, has 2 slides, V10 Ford Engine, 12k miles, excellent condition, everything works, always kept inside storage. 2 13,500 air conditioner, onan 5,000 kw generator, $44,500 OBO Call 614-989-8674 1996Class C motor home 51,000 miles, sleeps 8, everything included, full bathroom, Call 614-836-3803 2003 Harley Trike 44,000 miles, as is, $18,500 or best offer Fully loaded 614-877-4528 2004 NEWMAR DIESEL PUSHER MOTOR HOME Hard to find 33’, 2 slides, leather, well equipped & in very good condition, always stored inside, 46,000 mi., $41,500. Call 419-709-2962.

2009 Yahma Royal Star tour deluexe, new tires, nice cruiser, 31k miles $4,000 Call 614-886-2015 1975 Yamaha 650 Twin Motor turns over. Has title. good project Bike. $350 Call 614-882-3790

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2010 Chrysler Town Country touring van with VMI Northstar, conversion ramp, EZ lock, wheelchair docking system, with side entry, low mileage, Fair price, Call 614-890-7997

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Vet checked, all shots & worming UTD, AKC registered, $1100. Call 330-473-7203.

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2005 AUDI A8

great Uber car! 4 dr., V-8, loaded, 117K miles, great price $6900. Aluminum body, good condition.

Call 614-267-5303.

2000 Black Dodge Dakota Sports custom pickup,4WD, PWR everything, 5.7V8, automatic, bed cover, bed liner, rear sliding window, Call 614-348-7823 2007 Cheverlet HHR 182k miles 5 Speed, A/C blows cold, Good Condition, $2,500 Call 614-316-6149 2007 Chevey Sliverado Texas Truck extended cab, air, cruise, tint, sprayed bedliner, tow package, 20 inch wheels, runs & looks great, 145k miles, $8,900 Call 216-630-5210 1994 CHEVY SILVERADO C1500 5.7 V8, auto, extended cab, air, cruise, tilt, pwr. steering, windows & drs. Locking bed cap, side boards & towing. Grey/silver. Grt. shape! 96,000 mi., $3800. Call 614-353-3256.

2009 Chevy Equinox LT AWD Low miles, moon roof, leather, chrome alloys, leather interior, drives super, EC, clean $8,275 614-846-STAN 1991 Chevy Conversion Van In perfect condition, $2,500 dollars or best offer Cash only. SOLD SOLD 2011 CHEVY IMPALA WHT./GREY, 3.5 L ENG, 91,000 MILES POWER EVERYTHING, NEW TIRES RUNS SMOOTH,CLEAN CAR. $6800 CALL BRAD,614-507-9310.

2003 Chevy Malabu 56,460 miles Very Good Condtition, SOLD SOLD SOLD 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE 15,000 miles per year, good condition, runs great, $2,650 Call 614-920-3995 or 614-325-4912 2008 Chryslter Sebring Convertible 65K miles, very good condition, touring Model $5,000 dollars or best offer SOLD SOLD SOLD Dodge Ram Mini-Van V6 engine 7 Passenger, very Clean, one owner 135,000 miles, $7,999 614-855-7073

2014 DODGE CARAVAN

1 owner, 50,000 original miles, burgundy with black interior, very good tires, like new condition, asking $10,500. Call 614-948-2656 or 614-570-3366.

1983 EL CAMINO

Show room clean, 53k miles. A must see!

Owner bought new. Call 740-286-0458

2014 Ford F150 4x4 Super Crew

1 owner, great condition, 52,000 mi., luxury FX package, this truck has everything! New at $60K; price to sell quickly at $34K. Call 614-537-1751.

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Finding a job shouldn’t feel like one.

2007 Honda Odyssey EXL

Silver with dark grey lthr., mnrf., heated seats, new tires, looks & runs like new, 177K miles, $6500.

SOLD SOLD 2013 Honda Accord Very Clean, 10,200 miles, Loaded w/ options, $14,000 firm Call 614-235-3792 Ask for Charlie 2013 Honda Odyssey 7 passenger, huge cargo space, bluetooth audio, hands free phone, low mileage, 1 owner, excellent condition $18k Call 614-507-2614 1997 740IL BMW 206,000 miles, Looks Great, Runs Great, light grey, No mechinical issues $3,600 Call Kim 614-551-6356 2007 Infinity M45 Sport Sudan Excellent Condition, 53,000 miles, 2 sets of tires & rims, graphite exterior, black interior $16,000 Call 614-459-7161 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4 Wheel drive, black, manual Transmission 6-speed, over 45,000 miles, hasn’t been smoked in clean interior $19,900 614-580-6634 2010 Lexus ES350 4-door Sed. Black/Tan, Low miles, 101K Great Condition, Needs nothing, $11,395 614-846-7826

1962 Morgan +4

2014 Nissan Xterra X gray, black interior, new tires loaded, 4 wheel drive, cloth seats, trailer hitch, 70,000 miles $16,900 (614) 581-9518 OHIO MOPAR EXPO SWAP MEET & CORRAL Nov 18, 8am-4pm, Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Ave, Spaces still available. 614-268-1181 Facebook or www.jeffjohnsonmotorsports.com

REPOSED VEHICLES BID SALE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FLAG MOTORS LTD.

Will be accepting bids for the following Repossessed Vehicles on these dates @ 11-2pm

11-18-17 03 T&C 2C8GP44L13R367102 11-20-17 05 OPTIMA KNAGD126455397925 Located at 3323 Sullivant Ave., Cols OH 43204 All sales are as-is+ tax & title 2006 Toyota Solara SE $5,877, 5 speed automatic, 6 cylinder, 126K, Great Audio, Execellent mechanical condition, Call 614-530-0123 2006 Toyota Solara 2 Door Coupe, 6 cylinder, 6 speed automatic, power windows, excellent mechanical condition, fast and fun to drive, 126k miles $5377 614-530-0123 2008 Toyota Scion XB Auto Ac CD cruise, EC, new tires, always maintained, 97k miles, all records, remote start, $5,700 OBO 614-571-8577 2015 Toyota Rav 4 Limited, 1 owner, Loaded, 30k miles, tan leather interior, pyrite mica exterior, AWD,take over payments, $415/mo, remaining balance $24,000; 1 hour to complete paperwork at Toyota Direct; Call 614-404-2622 2010 Toyota Sierra, XLE, leather trim, excellent condition, 78,400 miles, FWD, Asking $11,700 OBO Located in Westerville.

SOLD SOLD 2007 Volvo XC90 AWD, low miles-77k, third row seating, moon roof, leather, heated seats, runs like new, silver, EC $9,695 614-846-STAN

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1968 - 1970 Charger, 1970-1974 Cuda Challenger

2014 LEXUS RX 350 SUV

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Under Factory Warranty, Fully equipped 27K miles, $30,000, OBO 2005 745li BMW 118,000 miles, Looks great, Runs great, No mechinaical issues, $7,900 Call 614-551-6356 1995 Mercedes Luxury Coupe 5.0 L Engine, Model S-500 White w/grey leather, new tires, excellent condition, sharp, $9,900 614-337-0754 Leave message Surf the Classifieds www.columbusalive.com

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INSTRUCTIONS: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes.

The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle! ANSWER ON PAGE 40

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