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8. ENTER THE TRIATHALON OF AWESOME AT AWESOMEFEST awesomefest.tumblr.com This annual tribute to biking, movies and body art will take you from a movie theater, through the city’s urban core and possibly into your first tattoo shop. Dates and locations change each year, but it’s always a blast.

9. BUY SOMETHING UNIQUE AT CRAFTIN’ OUTLAWS 1550 N. High St., Campus craftinoutlaws.com This alternative craft fair is held in October each year. Check out the work of more than 60 vendors, selling everything from jewelry and candles to cards and clothing. This year, Craftin’ Outlaws is taking over a new location at the Gateway Film Center.

BEFORE YOU GRADUATE 1. FIND OUT WHY BEETS MAKE GREAT BURGERS AT NORTHSTAR CAFE 4241 N. High St., Clintonville 614-784-2233 thenorthstarcafe.com Whether or not you’re a vegetarian, you gotta check out the signature Northstar Burger at this hip cafe (also with locations in the Short North and Easton). You’d never guess it’s made with beets, and you’ll never miss the beef.

4. GET PUMPED UP AT THE SKULL SESSION ON OSU GAME DAY St. John Arena, 410 Woody Hayes Dr., Campus 614-292-2598 tbdbitl.osu.edu Experience the electric atmosphere of Ohio State football an hour before the game at the Skull Session pep rally. Free to all, you can get into the Buckeye spirit with The Best Damn Band in the Land.

2. TAKE A CHANCE WITH THEATRE ROULETE AT MADLAB 227 N. Third St., Downtown 614-221-5418 madlab.net MadLab’s annual Theatre Roulette shorts fest presents rotating multiple shows for several weeks, giving you lots of little tastes of new plays.

Tickets are discounted for students, and if you want to try your hand at playwriting, submissions are accepted each year.

5. DITCH THE TOPPINGS WITH A RHODE ISLAND RED AT YELLOW BRICK PIZZA 892 Oak St., Olde Towne East 614-725-5482 yellowbrickpizza.com This quaint neighborhood hangout serves all kinds of gourmet pies. For something completely different yet shockingly simply, try the Rhode Island Red — lots of hearty sauce and a sprinkling of cheese on Yellow Brick’s great crust.

3. GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN AT THE PHOTO BOOTH AT CLUB 185 185 E. Livingston Ave., German Village 614-228-3904 club185.com This great neighborhood joint in German Village slings sandwiches, burgers and pizza ’til 1 a.m.

While you’re there, don’t forget to sit for an oldschool strip of portraits in the classic photo booth.

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10. HIT THE ICE AT NATIONWIDE ARENA 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District 614-246-4625 www.thechiller.com Strap on those ice skates and channel your inner Kristi Yamaguchi or Rick Nash at Nationwide Arena’s Ice Haus. At public skates you can hit the same ice where the Columbus Blue Jackets frequently practice.

11. WHIP IT GOOD WITH THE OHIO ROLLER GIRLS 941 Burrell Ave., Grandview 614-264-5422 ohiorollergirls.com Indie culture and fast-paced action collide (literally) during flat track roller derby bouts. Cheer on the hometown Ohio Roller Girls as they battle teams from around the country in the toughest sport on two skates.

12. BLIND YOURSELF WITH SCIENCE AT COSI 333 W Broad St., Downtown 614-228-2674 cosi.org You don’t have to go to school to have fun learning a thing or two at the city’s signature science center. With exhibitions, shows and hands-on activities, COSI is a blast for people of all ages.

GIA AT HOMAGE 6. BUY A SUPER-SOFT PIECE OF NOSTAL 7. FLOAT DOWN BIG DARBY CREEK 7141 London-Groveport Rd., Grove City 614-877-4321 trapperjohnscanoeing.com Big Darby is one of the healthiest warm-water ecosystems in the Midwest. Enjoy its beauty from Trapper John’s Canoe Livery, an outfitter offering tube, kayak and canoe trips from May to October.

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17 Brickel St., Short North The motto at this wildly popular T-shirt and accessories store 614-221-5693 is simple: Pay Homage. Be true to your school, your team, your hometown or your adopted hometown (see the ubiquitous 4032 Easton Station Road, “Columbus ’Til I Die” shirt) with goods from these hip shops.

Easton 614-532-5037 Bonus: You get trading cards from ’80s and ’90s TV shows, homage.com sports and more with every purchase.

13. BUST YOUR GUT FOR BREAKFAST AT JACK & BENNY’S 2563 N. High St., Campus 614-263-0242 If you’re looking for hot, greasy breakfast relief, you can’t go wrong at this classic diner. And don’t worry if you can’t pick just one morning favorite: Jack & Benny’s signature Gut Buster piles an egg, bacon, hash browns, potato pancake, sausage, toast and gravy all on one plate.

14. SHOP FOR COOL DECOR YOUR PARENTS WOULD’VE LOVED AT FLOWERCHILD 989 N. High St., Short North 614-297-8006 flowerchildvintage.com Spruce up your dorm room or apartment with some vintage finds in this Short North shop.

Flowerchild could almost double as a museum — there are plenty of fun and kitschy collections to browse through from the past decades.

15. FLEX YOUR MUSCLES AT THE ARNOLD FITNESS WEEKEND 400 N. High St., Downtown 614-431-2600 arnoldsportsfestival.com This annual event takes over the Greater Columbus Convention Center each March. It’s the largest multi-sport fest in the country, with hundreds of exhibits and competitions — including the signature bodybuilding event — and visits from Arnold Schwarzenegger himself.

16. PICK UP A PAIR OF FRESH NEW KICKS AT SOUL CLASSICS 765 N. High St., Short North 614-299-2290 soleclassics.com Columbus’ premier sneaker and streetwear boutique is one of the only shops boutiques licensed to carry Nike Sportswear and Vans Vault. Stop by to pick up your limited-edition footwear.

17. GET A FRESH PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH AT KREMA NUT COMPANY 1000 W. Goodale Blvd., Grandview 614-299-4131 krema.com If nostalgia sets in and you’re craving that peanut butter and jelly sandwich that Mom used to pack in your lunch, try this fun alternative. Krema makes their own natural peanut butter products, and serves creative and classic sandwiches in their cafe.

Take one bite. If you’re not convinced our way beats their way, you get every cent back.

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D N U O S S U B M U L O C E H T

BY CHRIS DEVILLE

USED KIDS

This city has a great music scene, whether you play in a band or you’re just a fan. Here are five tips to help you get started as you crank it up to 11.

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It’s not hard to find out what’s going on if you know where to look. Peruse my local band profiles and reviews in Columbus Alive and at ColumbusAlive.com. Find a band you like, and see what other bands they play with and interact with on social media. Poke around Cringe.com’s vast historical archive. Or simply check the posters hanging up at the record stores. Speaking of which…

2. HANG OUT AT RECORD STORES Visit shops like Lost Weekend (Clintonville), Dreadful Sounds (Clintonville), Used Kids (Campus), Roots (Short North), Magnolia Thunderpussy (Short North) and Spoonful (Downtown). Most of the clerks are deeply ingrained in the Columbus music community, and they’ll turn you on to sweet sounds emanating from this city. You might even stumble upon an in-store performance.

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hidden in a Grandview alley, is an indie-rock world to itself.

Then there’s the Summit Street corridor, where you can find pretty much any kind of music you desire between Rumba Cafe, Wild Goose Creative, Cafe Bourbon Street, The Summit and Ruby Tuesday (not the chain restaurant).

4. SHOW UP EARLY Don’t miss the chance to see the local openers tacked onto touring shows. You might have to suffer through something awful, but you will discover some gems, and you can stake out a spot up front for the headliner.

Many big concerts and dance parties happen at Skully’s Music Diner in the Short North. Nearby Circus and Axis often host hopping dance parties.

5. TRY NEW THINGS Downtown, Carabar and Double Happiness host a solid No matter what you think you don’t like, you might like it if variety of music and will feed you. Kobo and Ace of Cups bring you give it a chance. similarly diverse sounds to the campus/Clintonville fringe.

Dick’s Den specializes in jazz and bluegrass. Woodlands CHRIS DEVILLE WRITES ABOUT MUSIC FOR COLUMBUS Tavern has blossomed from a blues hub into an anythingALIVE. CHECK OUT HIS COVERAGE AND A COMPLETE goes kind of joint. Skylab is an experimental DIY space.

CONCERT CALENDAR AT COLUMBUSALIVE.COM. Bernie’s has been a punk-rock dive for decades. The Tree Bar,

18. ENJOY AN ACTUAL MONTE CRISTO SANDWICH FROM GERMAN VILLAGE COFFEE SHOP 193 Thurman Ave., German Village 614-443-8900 gvcoffeeshop.com Serving breakfast and lunch all day long, the German Village coffee shop’s grub might not be fancy, but it sure is good.

Don’t miss the real Monte Cristo sandwich, deep-fried the way nature intended.

20. CELEBRATE THE CITY’S ARTISTIC FREEDOM AT INDEPENDENTS’ DAY 16 E. Gay St., Downtown thisisindependent.com There’s a reason Columbus is known as the Indie Arts Capital of the World, and it’s on display in September at Gay Street and Pearl Alley. The one-day fest features the best in independent music, art, food and more.

19. ROOT FOR YOUR FAVORITE HORSE DURING THE TRIPLE CROWN OF HARNESS RACING 236 Pennsylvania Ave., Delaware 740-363-6000 littlebrownjug.com Since 1946, the Little Brown Jug has been one of the country’s premier venues for harness racing, overtaking the Delaware County Fairgrounds each year during the middle of September.

21. CHANNEL YOUR INNER TRIVIA MASTER AT BODEGA 1044 N. High St., Short North 614-299-0399 columbusbodega.com Pull a few friends together for a night of fine beer and trivia at Bodega. Every Sunday night, the bar hosts one of the most popular trivia nights in Columbus. Tables start filling up early, so get there by 8 p.m. and put your thinking cap on.

22. BUST A MOVE AT LADIES EIGHTIES 1151 N. High St., Short North 614-291-8856 skullys.org It’s a Thursday night staple for the bootyshaking set. Skully’s Music Diner lets the ladies in free, plays the hits, and the place parties all night long. Don’t miss it.

23. PICK UP AN ORIGINAL DESIGN LAB PIECE AT SUBSTANCE 783 N. High St., Short North 614-299-2910 shopsubstance.com Looking for a classic, locally made wardrobe? Stop by Substance for Fashion Conscious People in the Short North.

Affordably priced, this boutique carries everything from organic tees to locally crafted accessories and their own Design Lab line.

24. DIP INTO THE SWEET POTATO FRIES AT TIP TOP 73 E. Gay St., Downtown 614-221-8300 tiptopcolumbus .com They’re crave-worthy and amazing. Trade up for the sweet potato fries with your sandwich at Downtown’s Tip Top — and don’t forget to dunk them in the spicy mayo.

25. DIG IN TO OHIO FOODS AT THE CLINTONVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET 3519 N. High St., Clintonville 614-341-7131 clintonvillefarmersmarket.org From May to October, High Street comes alive on Saturday mornings with the Clintonville Farmers’ Market. It’s a great place to get familiar with the bounty produced by Ohio farmers and growers. Find local honey, have a taste of some local goat cheese, or buy a bagful of juicy latesummer tomatoes. .26. WATCH A BROADWAY MUSICAL IN DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS Ohio Theatre Box Office, 39 E. State St., Downtown 614-469-0939 capa.com You don’t have to go to New York to enjoy the best of the Great White Way. Award-winning plays and musicals hit the Ohio and Palace theaters, with discounted student tickets going on sale two hours before showtime.

27. TAP YOUR TOES TO A COLUMBUS JAZZ ORCHESTRA SHOW AT LINCOLN THEATRE 769 E. Long St., Downtown 614-469-0939 jazzartsgroup.org

The historic Lincoln Theatre — home to the local jazz scene since 1928, and newly renovated and reopened — is the perfect location to check out the swinging sounds of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra.

28. MAKE YOUR OWN CANDLES AT THE CANDLE LAB 1251 Grandview Ave., Grandview 614-488-2009 thecandlelab.com With over 120 fragrances to choose from, you’re bound to find one that pleases you (and your roommate!) as you pour your own candle.

Selections range from floral to fruity, along with tasty scents like Cookies & Cream and Cake Batter.

29. FLOAT DOWN THE LAZY RIVER AT ZOOMBEZI BAY 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell 614-645-3465 zoombezibay.org You can pack in plenty of action at the giant water park adjacent to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. By the end of the day, you’ll deserve a gentle trip down Croctail Creek — 850 feet of pure, wet relaxation.

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SHOPPING MALLS

30. WATCH THE COLOR FLUTTER BY AT FRANKLIN PARK CONSERVATORY 1777 E. Broad St., Downtown 614-645-8733 fpconservatory.org Beginning in March and continuing through summer, check out butterflies from around the world dancing among the exotic flora.

The colorful creatures are part of the Blooms and Butterflies Exhibition, and students with a valid ID pay only $9.

31. CRANK UP THE METAL AT SEQUOIA PRO BOWL 5501 Sandalwood Blvd., North Side 614-885-7043 sequoiaprobowl.com Heavy-metal legends come alive every weekend during Rockin’ Bowl, when Sequoia blares a collection of vintage videos that showcase the awesome power of Aqua Net. You can bowl unlimited games for $10, but waiting your turn has never been so much fun. .32. FIND OUT WHY TACO TRUCK FARE IS SO DELICIOUSLY AUTHENTIC VARIOUS tacotruckscolumbus.com Hit the street in search of tasty and authentic eats. Columbus is home to a plethora of taco trucks, where the savory offerings might have you rethinking your next visit to Taco Bell.

33. FIND A DOUBLE RAINBOW OF COLORFUL MACARONS AT PISTACIA VERA 541 S. Third St., German Village 614-220-9070 pistaciavera.com These delicious cookies look so pretty you won’t want to eat them!

Besides their signature macarons, Pistacia Vera has cakes, pastries and other sophisticated desserts to satisfy a sweet tooth, and a gluten-free menu is available so those with food allergies can enjoy their offerings.

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34. SHOUT OUT THE CHILI CHANT AT NATIONWIDE ARENA 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Downtown 614-246-4625 bluejackets.nhl.com After using your student ID for a discount, save your Columbus Blue Jackets ticket stub at least until the end of the game. Why? If the CBJ score three goals you get free chili from Wendy’s. Just make sure you shout out the chant with the rest of the crowd.

35. WRAP YOUR HANDS AROUND A THURMAN BURGER 183 Thurman Ave., German Village 614-443-1570 thethurmancafe.com You won’t find another one like it in Columbus. Overloaded with two cheeses and a salad bar worth of vegetables, the signature burger at the Thurman Cafe will give you plenty to chew on — if you can fit it in your mouth.

36. SHOW YOUR SUPPORTIVE COLORS AT COLUMBUS PRIDE Short North 614-299-7764 columbuspride.org/parade Each June, Goodale Park becomes home to one of the biggest pride festivals in the country, complete with a spirited parade down High Street. Show your colors and support — it’s a fun event for everyone.

37. TAKE A CLASS AT WHOLLY CRAFT 3169 N. High St., Clintonville 614-447-3445 whollycraft.net This cute craft store — the center of Columbus’ DIY scene — offers classes in knitting, sewing, embroidery and more. Wholly Craft also carries a large selection of colorful and creative handmade items, conveniently already made for you.

Looking for some retail therapy? Here’s a quick look at Columbus’ biggest destinations for serious shopping.

EASTON TOWN CENTER 160 Easton Town Center, East Side 614-416-7000 eastontowncenter.com It’s Columbus’ No.-1 shopping destination — and it’s easy to see why. An outdoor mall loaded with restaurants, a comedy club, a movie theater and every fashionable shop you can think of.

POLARIS FASHION PLACE 1500 Polaris Pkwy., Polaris 614-846-1500 polarisfashionplace.com Located just north of the outerbelt, Polaris Fashion Place is the newest mall on the scene and also the largest. A mix of indoor and outdoor stores, you’ll find shopping from low end to high end and everything in between.

MALL AT TUTTLE CROSSING 5043 Tuttle Crossing Blvd., Dublin 614-717-9300 shoptuttlecrossing.com Looking to get in and out of the mall quickly? The Mall at Tuttle Crossing, located in the northwest suburb of Dublin, has all the traditional stores you’re looking for and everything is indoors.

38. HIT THE SLOPES AT HIGHBANKS METRO PARK 9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center 614-891-0700 metroparks.net Highbanks is home to the best snow sledding hill in the Metro Parks system — a tall, skinny, exhilarating descent on the east side of the Big Meadows Picnic Area.

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40. EAT FRIED FOOD AT OHIO STATE FAIR 717 E . 17th Ave., North Side 614-644-3247 ohiostatefair.com Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner, there’s a deep-fried delight on a stick awaiting you at the Ohio State Fair. Find everything from deep-fried PopTarts to strawberry shortcake on a stick (the best!) during the fair’s annual August run.

41. GO BOWLING AT 2 A.M. AT COLUMBUS SQUARE BOWLING PALACE 5707 Forest Hills Blvd., North Side 614-895-1122 palacelanes.com Don’t be ashamed if you still have to use the bumpers.

Columbus Square offers ample opportunity to practice your skills since it’s open 24 hours.

During weekday early morning hours, unlimited bowling for three hours costs only $6.

42. SEE A FLICK FOR FIVE BUCKS AT THE GATEWAY FILM CENTER 1550 N. High St., Campus 614-545-2255 gatewayfilmcenter.com Get a group together and visit the Gateway to see both indie flicks and popular new releases at the reduced student price.

The movie theater also has a cafe bistro with not-so-typical concession stand food like pizza and wraps.

43. SEE HOW PAINTINGS GROW RY PARK AT DOWNTOWN’S TOPIA

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14 E. Gay St., Downtown 614-228-8366 cafebrioso.com Don’t get your latte to go or you’ll miss out on the artful milk-foam creation in your mug at Cafe Brioso. Made with coffee roasted in-house, these lattes taste as good as they look.

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480 E. Town St., Downtown 614-645-0197 topiarygarden.org Georges Seurat’s famous painting “Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte� comes to life in the form of carefully pruned greenery. With people, animals and even boats created from topiary, we guarantee you’ve never seen anything like it.

44. EAT ONE OF THE BEST MEALS IN THE CITY ON THE CHEAP 595 S. Third St., German Village 614-464-0575 gmichaelsbistro.com G. Michael’s Bistro hosts one of the best happy hour deals anywhere. Items on the “small plates� menu (including the famous Shrimp and Grits) are just $6, and happy hour drink specials on martinis and wine are generous. Visit 4:30-7 p.m.

Monday-Friday.

45. GET FROZEN CUSTARD FROM WHIT’S 138 E. Broadway, Granville 740-587-3620 whitscustard.com Need a sweet treat, but tired of the usual ice cream? Try Whit’s frozen custard, which is

48. WATCH THE ZOO LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAY 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell 614-645-3465 columbuszoo.com Although some of the animals may be hiding from the cold, there’s still plenty to see at the Columbus Zoo for the holidays.

Thousands of colorful LED lights bring holiday cheer, and if you’re lucky, you might even sneak a peek at Santa Claus! smooth, creamy and 90-percent fat free. While the original Whit’s is in Granville, locations can be found in the Short North, Dublin, Upper Arlington, Gahanna and other Columbus suburbs.

46. FIND OUT HOW BIG DELI SANDWICHES CAN GET AT KATZINGER’S 475 S. Third St., German Village 614-228-3354 katzingers.com This German Village institution is known for its great pickles, sides and oversized sandwiches.

Pick one of the dozens of signature creations or get ’em stuffed with your choice of meats and deli fixins.

47. BUY FIVE HOT DOGS WITH 50 PENNIES AT DIME-A-DOG NIGHT 330 Huntington Park Ln., Arena District 614-462-5250 clippersbaseball.com The Columbus Clippers’ Dime-A-Dog nights are so popular they’ve even spawned their own Tshirt. Hint: Grab a group of friends and hit beautiful Huntington Park early near the right field stands — there’s a five-dog limit per transaction and the lines are shorter than left field.

49. HUNT FOR BARGAIN PHOTO GEAR AT COLUMBUS CAMERA GROUP 55 E. Blake Ave., Campus 614-267-0686 columbuscameragroup.com If you’re into photography or just want to document the memories of your college years, this Clintonville shop can provide you with all of your camera needs. This is the place to go to locate parts and equipment for a wide range of cameras.

50. JOIN THE HOOLIGANS IN THE NORDECKE AT A CREW GAME 1 Black & Gold Blvd., North Side 614-447-2739 thecrew.com By far the best supporters section in the MLS, make your voice heard and cheer with the Nordecke at the next Columbus Crew game. This is where fans get serious and show their love for the Black & Gold.

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WHERE TO EAT WHEN YOUR PARENTS ARE BUYING

BY SHELLEY MANN

I can forgive eating crappy cafeteria food and last night’s leftover pizza when you’re a broke college student. But when the folks come in town, it’s time to expand your culinary world by checking out some of the swankier (read: pricier) places Columbus has to offer.

52. SPICE UP YOUR FRIDAYS AND LEARN TO SALSA 790 N. High St., Short North 614-294-7656 lafogatagrill.net La Fogata in the Short North hosts salsa lessons Friday nights from 8 to 10 p.m. Ten bucks gets you a lesson and pays for your cover for the whole night.

1. SAGE 2653 N. High St., Clintonville 614-267-7243 sageamericanbistro.com The food here is fancy and delicious, but the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly.

53. START YOUR ADVENTURE AT CLINTONVILLE OUTFITTERS 2869 N. High St., Clintonville 614-447-8902 clintonvilleoutfitters.com Before you hit the great outdoors, Clintonville Outfitters has all the gear you need. Outfit yourself for hiking, camping, climbing and more — and the owners will even teach you how to use it.

2. ALANA’S 2333 N. High St., North Campus 614-294-6783 alanas.com Working out of a fantastic old house just north of the OSU campus, Chef Alana Shock cooks up whatever she feels like that day — and it’s always amazing.

3. THE TOP STEAK HOUSE 2891 E. Main St., Bexley 614-231-8238 thetopsteakhouse.com Take a step back in time at this straight-from-the’50s steakhouse, a Bexley classic.

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4. RIGSBY’S KITCHEN 698 N. High St., Short North 614-461-7888 rigsbyskitchen.com Enjoy fine art on the walls and on your plate at this Italian-tinged restaurant that helped make the Short North the exciting neighborhood it is today.

5. DEEPWOOD 511 N. High St., Short North 614-221-5602 deepwoodrestaurant.com Settle into a cushy banquette at this upscale tavern known for its cocktails and house-made charcuterie.

6. G. MICHAEL’S BISTRO 595 S. Third St., German Village 614-464-0575 gmichaelsbistro.com Keep up with the seasonal menu changes from the creative mind of Chef David Tetzloff, or dig in to the famous Shrimp and Grits.

7. THIRD & HOLLYWOOD 1433 W. Third Ave., Grandview 614-488-0303 thirdandhollywood.com The folks behind the more casual Northstar Cafes also run this Grandview place, with great seasonal specials and burgers and salads given an upscale twist.

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51. SEE A MOVIE IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS 1871 N. High St., Campus 614-292-3535 wexarts.org Grab a blanket and visit the Wexner Center for the Arts to experience what has been becoming a lost art: the drive-in movie. Best of all, the Wex Drive-In summer series is free.

8. HYDE PARK PRIME STEAKHOUSE 569 N. High St., Short North 614-224-2204 hydeparkrestaurants.com This posh Short North steakhouse is the kind of place where you just have to order the most ridiculously expensive steak on the menu. And it’s totally worth it.

9. MITCHELL’S OCEAN CLUB 4002 Easton Station, Easton 614-416-2582 mitchellsoceanclub.com Restaurateur Cameron Mitchell’s restaurants are a Columbus must, but my favorite is his classy seafood spot, with a Rat Pack-era feel, live piano music and classic cocktails.

10. BASI ITALIA 811 Highland St., Victorian Village 614-294-7383 basi-italia.com This cozy, warm Italian restaurant is great for very important conversations.

SHELLEY MANN IS THE EDITOR OF CRAVE, THE COLUMBUS DINING MAGAZINE. FOR MORE DINING PICKS, CHECK OUT COLUMBUSCRAVE.COM.

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54. GET FRIED PLANTAINS AT STARLINER DINER 5240 Cemetery Rd., Hilliard 614-529-1198 starlinerdiner.com Starliner provides that comfortable diner feel with a large menu that encompasses breakfast, lunch and dinner with Latin flair. Try the fried plantains as an app with a hearty dinner of chicken or pork.

55. HAVE A FRIGHTENING AMOUNT OF FUN AT HIGHBALL HALLOWEEN Short North 614-299-8050 highballhalloween.com For only $2, you can experience a Short North Halloween, watch a fashion show, collect treats and take part in costume contests. Get creative and you might even win a prize.

56. SAVE ROOM FOR A CREAM PUFF AT HAUS SCHMIDT’S SAUSAGE 240 E. Kossuth St., German Village 614-444-6808 schmidthaus.com Since 1886, Schmidt’s has been providing Columbus with German and American fare like brats, kraut and the spicy Bahama Mama. Their famous Cream Puff is half a pound — try it alone or add some ice cream for a super-decadent dessert.

57. GAZE AT THE SKY THROUG H A GIANT TELESCOPE 3199 Columbus Pike, Delaware 740-363-1257 perkins-observatory.org Ohio Wesleyan University’s powerful glass and a group of awesome astronomers combine for fun public programs throughout the year at Perkins Observatory. Events fill up quickly, so be sure to grab tickets in advance.

58. PLAY A ROUND OF DISC GOLF ATOP HOOVER DAM Central College Rd. and Park Dr., Northeast Side 614-645-3300 parks.columbus.gov This course is tough — but has plenty of payoffs. After dealing with pine trees and ripping winds, you’ll get to shoot from the top of the dam holding back picturesque Hoover Reservoir.

59. SCREAM AND SHOUT AT POETRY NIGHT AT TRAVONNA COFFEE HOUSE 1195 N. High St., Short North 614-725-4151 travonnacoffee.com Every Thursday evening at 8 p.m., enjoy a cappuccino while listening to Poetry. Or visit on Friday night for Open Mic Night, 7-10 p.m.

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61. TAKE A TRIP TO THAILAND IN ONE BOWL OF ICE CREAM AT JENI’S 2156 E. Main St., Bexley 614-231-5364 jenisicecreams.com It’s hot, salty, savory and sweet all at the same time. Get a scoop of Bangkok Peanut from Jeni’s (with a handful of locations throughout Columbus) and take a trip around the world in one bowl.

62. LAUGH YOUR BUTT OFF AT SHADOWBOX 503 S. Front St., Suite 260, Brewery District 614-416-7625 shadowboxlive.org This local troupe stages hilarious skits, short plays, rock numbers and complete musicals. You can also enjoy dinner or a snack with the laughs, plus students get a reduced rate for show tickets.

63. PUT ON A PINK WIG FOR RACE FOR THE CURE Downtown 614-297-8155 komencolumbus.org Support a good cause in May and take part in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Form a

team and fundraise to help fund cancer awareness and research, and show your bright-pink colors with a wig for Heather and Stefanie’s Team.

64. ENJOY THE BARD UNDER THE STARS IN SCHILLER PARK 1069 Jaeger St., German Village 614-444-6888 theactorstheatre.org Pack up a picnic and impress your significant other with free Shakespeare in Schiller Park.

Located in the heart of German Village, Actors’ Theatre performs the Bard (and other plays) Thursdays through Sundays from Memorial to Labor Day. 65. ROCK THE LATEST LABEL FROM MILK BAR 765-A N. High St., Short North 614-754-8802 milkbarboutique.com Stocked with the latest labels for men and women, Milk Bar in the Short North carries clothes for the fashion-forward and the comfortable. Drop by any of their events around town as well.

66. HIT HIGH STREET TO LOOK AT THE ART (AND PEOPLE) AT GALLERY HOP Short North 614-299-8050 shortnorth.org If you haven’t checked out Gallery Hop, you’re missing out. Held the first Saturday if the month, it’s a great all-day and -night chance to hang out in the arts district, enjoy some street performances, browse the galleries and visit the fun shops and restaurants.

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70. TAKE A LATE-NIGHT RIDE ON COTA’S NIGHT OWL BUS 614-228-1776 cota.com This late-night ride is perfect for students exploring High Street on Friday and Saturday evenings. The No. 21 bus runs from 8 p.m. until 2:30 a.m. between Clintonville and the Arena District.

BY JOHN ROSS

The Buckeye State might not have mountains, oceans or other big-ticket adventure attractions. But if you go to school in Central Ohio, you’ve got hundreds of places to hike, bike, fish, paddle, camp and discover something new.

Writing about the outdoors, I’ve discovered a fair share of them — and learned that the wild side lies closer than most people might think. As you settle into your new digs, here’s how to ease your way into the great outdoors.

BUY GOOD SHOES. During most of my outdoor excursions, the most important piece of gear I bring is my shoes. If you splurge on anything, make it footwear: comfortable, lightweight, durable, waterproof hiking shoes with grippy soles. Merrell’s Moab Gore-Tex XCR is a great choice.

GO WITH A GROUP. Central Ohio has a friendly, knowledgeable outdoor community, and numerous groups welcome newbies along on guided trips. Check out Columbus Outdoor Pursuits and The Columbus Outdoor Adventurers, which like to hike, bike, paddle and camp.

TAKE CLASSES. Additional coursework is probably the last thing on your mind, but outdoor education is almost always fun.

Local retailers like The Outdoor Source and Clintonville Outfitters host regular how-to sessions and gear demos — a great way to get started or refresh rusty skills.

BRING A MAP. Most parks and preserves operate on shoestring budgets, so brochures and trail guides aren’t always available on site. Be sure to print out your own color version before you head out.

START SLOW. Before you plan that first trip on the Appalachian Trail, try an activity that you can conquer in an afternoon. I’d suggest an easy five-mile hike at Blendon Woods Metro Park in Westerville (pictured here) or a leisurely river paddle at Trapper John’s Canoe Livery in Grove City.

71. SOAK UP THE SOUND AT THE FAMED NEWPORT MUSIC HALL 1722 N. High St., Campus 614-294-1659 promowestlive.com One of the most legendary rock clubs, the Newport also holds the distinction of being the longest continually running rock club in the country.

Catch a national act or a big local show, and it usually won’t set you back more than $20.

MAKE A LIST. Getting active, trying a new sport, exploring exotic places — these things take time and practice. Write down a few seasonal goals and post the list where you’ll see it every day.

JOHN ROSS IS THE ASSISTANT EDITOR AT COLUMBUS MONTHLY, WHERE HE WRITES ABOUT THE OUTDOORS AND OTHER TOPICS

67. GET LOST IN THE STACKS AT THE BOOK LOFT

68. GET YOUR MOVIES AND MUSIC FOR FREE AT THE COUNTRY’S BEST LIBRARY 96 S. Grant Ave., Downtown 614-645-2275 columbuslibrary.org Libraries aren’t just home to books to help flesh out your 20page research paper. Sign up for a free Columbus Metropolitan Library card to check out DVDs, CDs, books and more.

631 S. Third St., German Village 614-464-1774 bookloft.com It’s easy to spend an entire afternoon in this quirky neighborhood institution — the maze-like store boasts 32 rooms of books. Heck, you might have to spend the whole 69. TELL A FUNNY STORY AT day there if you can’t find your SPEAK EASY way out.

2491 Summit St., Clintonville 614-859-9453 wildgoosecreative.com It’s simple. An audience + an open mic = hilarious. Wild Goose Creative hosts the live storytelling event Speak Easy the first Thursday of every month. Bring your own tales

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72. KICK BACK WITH A SHRUB AT TILL DYNAMIC FARE 247 King Ave.. Victorian Village 614-298-9986 tillfare.com The inventive food and drinks at Till are unlike any other in Columbus. We’re especially fond of the fruit- and herbspiked shrubs, vinegar-based nonalcoholic beverages that date back to colonial days.

Tempered with a little sweetness, these are the perfect refreshers on a hot day.

73. FIND OUT HOW WAFFLES WERE MEANT TO BE AT TASTE OF BELGIUM 59 Spruce St., North Market 614-224-0986 authenticwaffle.com Travel halfway around the world without leaving Columbus by indulging in a Taste of Belgium waffle. Complete with sweet whipped cream and fruit topping, the dorm’s cafeteria waffles will never taste the same.

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505 W. Whittier St., Brewery District 614-545-5475 grange.audubon.org One of the largest outdoor climbing walls in Ohio awaits urban ascenders at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center in the city’s newest Metro Park. It’s quality rock, just be sure to bring your own ropes and harnesses.

75. JOIN THE CREATIVE SPIRIT AT AGORA Junctionview Studios, 889 Williams Ave., Grandview 614-348-9800 Built to strengthen the creative community, Agora is a yearly festival featuring art, music, performers, and vendors from Columbus and beyond. Plus, 25% of sales are sent right back into the arts community.

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76. SALUTE THE DUDE AT STUDIO 35 3055 Indianola Ave., Clintonville 614-261-1581 studio35.com A charming neighborhood movie house, Studio 35 mixes first-run and indie flicks with cult favorites and other fun events. Each year in January they salute the hero of “The Big Lebowski” with a three-day Dude-a-Thon. Brush up on your bowling and enter the big-screen Wii tourney.

77. RIDE THE PADDLE BOATS AT CREEKSIDE GAHANNA 124 Creekside Plaza, Gahanna 614-509-9013 creeksidegahanna.com During the summer months, rent a paddleboat at the Creekside Park Paddleboat Marina and take a leisurely cruise on the Big Walnut. At only $5 for half an hour, boats are available Tuesday through Friday afternoons and weekends during the day.

78. PLAY PINBALL AT SPOONFUL RECORDS 116 E. Long St., Downtown 614-570-3550 facebook.com/spoonfulrecords Spoonful Records not only boasts a great selection of vinyl, but also some kick-ass vintage pinball machines. If you’re lucky, you can even catch some live music in store as you play.

79. SEE A CONCERT ON THE STATEHOUSE LAWN 1 Capitol Sq., Downtown 614-752-9777 statehouse.state.oh.us The opportunity to listen to free music is hard to pass up, especially on a nice afternoon in a scenic Downtown setting.

On Fridays during the summer, head to the Statehouse lawn to hear a different musical act each week at noon.

80. GO TOE-TO-TOE WITH A HEAVYWEIGHT BURGER AT RINGSIDE CAFE 19 N. Pearl St., Downtown 614-228-7464 ringsidecolumbus.com Get three-quarters of a pound worth of angus at Ringside Cafe, a Downtown staple tucked into quirky Pearl Alley.

Whether you’re an “Ali” or an “Oscar de la Hoya” there’s a beefy burger to satisfy your angus craving.

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Columbus likes to come together for celebrations big and small. Here’s a look at just a few of the local fests you should check out. For more events and updates throughout the year, visit ColumbusAlive.com.

Riverfront Arts Festival

North Market Holiday Extravaganza

Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival

Dec. 1-2, 2012 northmarket.com

June 14-16, 2013 creeksidebluesandjazz.com

Arnold Sports Festival

Columbus Pride Festival

Feb. 28-March 3, 2013 arnoldsportsfestival.com

June 21-22, 2013 columbuspride.org

Agora

Origins Game Fair

May 2013 agoracolumbus.com

June 12-16, 2013 originsgamefair.com

Asian Festival

ComFest

May 25-26, 2013 asian-festival.org

June 28-30, 2013 comfest.com

Columbus Arts Festival

Red, White & Boom!

June 7-9, 2013 gcac.org/fest

July 3, 2013 redwhiteandboom.org

Park Street Festival

Doo Dah Parade

Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Fest

June 7-8, 2013 parkstreetfest.com

July 4, 2013 doodahparade.com

Sept. 2, 2013 uaoh.net

Franklinton Go West

Westerville Music & Arts Fest

May 18, 2013 franklintonartsdistrict.org

July 13-14, 2013 westervillechamber.com/festival

Hot Times Community Festival

Columbus International Film Fest

Juneteenth Ohio Festival

Jazz and Ribs Fest

Nov. 13-18, 2012 chrisawards.org

June 2013 juneteenthohio.net

July 19-21, 2013 hotribscooljazz.org

Sept. 28-30, 2012 riverfrontartsfestival.com

Independents’ Day Sept. 15, 2012 thisisindependent.com

August 2013 franklintonartsdistrict.org

Greek Festival

Italian Festival Oct. 5-7, 2012 columbusitalianfestival.com

Aug. 10-11, 2013 festivallatino.net

Urban Scrawl

Rocktoberfest Oct. 5, 2012 columbusalive.com

Aug. 2-4, 2013 dublinirishfestival.com

Festival Latino

Oktoberfest Sept. 28-30, 2012 columbusoktoberfest.com

July 24-Aug 4, 2013 ohiostatefair.com

Dublin Irish Festival

India Festival Sept. 8, 2012 indiafestival.org

Ohio State Fair

Aug. 30-Sept. 2, 2013 greekcathedral.com

HighBall Halloween Oct. 27, 2012 highballhalloween.com

81. WATCH A MOVIE WITH YOUR MIDNIGHT SNACK AT LATE NIGHT SLICE 1030 N. High St., Short North latenightslice.com This Short North pizza truck slings hot and gooey slices and pies ’til the wee hours. Grab a table while you eat and you can watch a flick or some kitschy TV projected on the parking lot’s brick wall.

82. SEE MUSIC ON THE CHEAP AT THE BASEMENT 391 Neil Ave., Arena District 614-461-5483 promowestlive.com This intimate, underground venue in the Arena District (next to the spacious LC Pavilion) is the place to see up-andcoming touring bands, usually for a ticket price that can’t be beat.

83. STOP AND SMELL 11,000 ROSES 3923 N. High St., Clintonville 614-645-3217 parkofroses.org With various rose gardens and gorgeous landscaping spanning 13 acres, strolling through the Park of Roses is a delightfully fragrant way to enjoy the great outdoors.

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84. GET A TASTY REMINDER OF MOM’S KITCHEN AT NANCY’S HOME COOKING 3133 N. High St., Clintonville 614-265-9012 Have a hankering for chicken and noodles, Garbage Omelets and meatloaf? Head to everyone’s favorite North Campus diner for some homemade favorites that would make your mom proud.

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85. GET MAC AND CHEESE WITH GREAT ATMOSPHERE ON THE SIDE AT BLUE DANUBE 2439 N. High St., Campus 614-261-9308 The Dube is a tradition and an essential college experience.

Stop by for late night eats after a show at the Newport and get side of super-indulgent mac and cheese.

86. GO CRATE-DIGGING FOR VINYL AT MAGNOLIA THUNDERPUSSY 1155 N. High St., Short North 614-421-1512 thunderpussy.com Listen up, music lovers: Magnolia Thunderpussy has a wide selection of new and used CDs, DVDs, posters and even records. It’s a great place to dig in and search for the real deal on vinyl.

87. STAND UP FOR LOCAL LAUGHS AT THE FUNNY BONE 145 Easton Town Ctr., Easton 614-471-5653 columbusfunnybone.com On Tuesday nights, support local laugh-makers at the Funny Bone’s Columbus Comedian Showcase for just $5. Want to earn a laugh yourself? Sign up to showcase your own talent.

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787 N. High St., Short North 614-299-2660 shoptigertree.blogspot.com This Short North boutique features men and women’s clothing, jewelry and fun gifts (including stylish chapeaus).

89. KICK IT UP WITH HOUNDDOGS’ SPICY PIE AT 3 A.M. 2657 N. High St., Campus 614-261-4686 hounddogspizza.com An all-night campus haunt, Hounddogs Three Degree Pizza is one of the best places in Columbus to refuel when everyone else is sleeping. Don’t miss the spicy sauce and the garlicky Smokin’ Joe’s crust.

91. GRAB THE MIC AT MOMO2 2885 Olentangy River Rd., Clintonville 614-784-0888 momogroup.net The college experience isn't complete without a shot to sing your heart out during a fun karaoke night. Momo2 has almost 80,000 songs to choose from, plus private rooms if you're shy, so you're bound to find a tune to bring out the superstar within.

90. PUT OUT THE FIRE ON THE RHINE ...

IF YOU CAN H ANDLE IT 248 S. Fourth St., Downtown 614-824-4673 dirtyfrankscolumbus.com Like your dogs hot and spicy? Head to the fun Downtown hangout Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace.

Among all the crazy combos is the kicked-up Fire on the Rhine dog. If you can’t handle it, cool off with one of their signature slushies.

92. STROLL THROUGH THE COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ART FOR FREE ON SUNDAYS 480 E. Broad St., Downtown 614-221-6801 columbusmuseum.org Lose track of time in the quiet but very artful halls of the Columbus Museum of Art. The museum has a little something for every art interest, from painting to sculpture to contemporary multimedia pieces.

A major Mark Rothko exhibit is scheduled to open in February 2013 — you won’t want to miss that.

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94. FIND OUT WHY “THE ROOM” IS SO AWESOME/AWFUL AT THE DREXEL 2254 E. Main St., Bexley 614-231-9512 drexel.net Love awesomely awful movies? See “The Room” the only way that you should — in a crowd full of fans who appreciate bad flicks. The Drexel arthouse theatre features the cult classic every second weekend of the month, along with much more worthwhile fare the rest of the time.

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95. GRAB A CUP OF HIGHLANDER GROG AT STAUF’S 1277 Grandview Ave., Grandview 614-486-4861 staufs.com The people-watching on Grandview Avenue is almost as good as the coffee. Pick up a cup of Highlander Grog, roasted on site, for one of the best cups of joe in Columbus.

96. SHOOT DOWN A WATERSLIDE IN FEBRUARY 4560 Hilton Corporate Dr., East Side 614-868-1380 fortrapids.com Outdoor waterslide season in Central Ohio is maddeningly short, but you can enjoy slipping, dipping and shooting through tubes year-round at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort, a 60,000-square-foot playground on the East Side.

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The Bluestone 583 E. Broad St., Downtown HIT THE STAGE AT ROCKTOBERFEST columbusalive.com Don’t miss our annual Rocktoberfest show at The Bluestone, a grand old church that was converted into a nightclub, then a music venue complete with balcony and stained-glass windows. Admission is free to the Oct. 5 show starring some of the city’s best live acts: roeVy, The Regrettes, P. Blackk and J. Rawls, Connections and Saintseneca.

98. LEND A HAND DURING THE LARGEST EARTH DAY FEST IN THE COUNTRY 614-846-8802 greencbus.org Whether you plant a tree, clean up trash or simply recycle those old class notes you don’t need anymore, do your part to help keep Columbus and the Earth a more sustainable place during this annual event in April. You can volunteer to join the country’s largest Earth Day effort.

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99. RIDE THE RIVERFRONT WITHOUT GETTING WET Worthington to the Brewery District 614-645-3300 centralohiogreenways.com The Olentangy River is dressed with an emerald necklace of city parks, and the paved multi-use Olentangy Greenway Trail is the best way to discover them. Bikers, joggers and rollerbladers are welcome.

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2 Bedrooms 100 E. 11th Ave. #B, C 100 W. 9th Ave. 106 - 114 E. Lane 107 E. 16th Ave. 113 E. 11th Ave. #C 120 W. Norwich 127 - 141 E. 11th Ave. 128 E. 11th Ave. #A, B 130 W. Maynard 133 E. Lane Ave. 1382 Highland 140 W. Maynard 1432 Hunter 145 King Ave. 150 - 171 W. Maynard 1526 - 1532 Worthington 162-164 W. Northwood 165 E. 11th Ave. 1658 Neil Ave. 166 E. Lane Ave. 1694 N. High St. 170 & 174 W. 9th Ave. 1702 N. High St. #A 175 E. Norwich 190 E. 13th Ave. 1919 Indianola 218 E. 17th Ave. 2461-83 Wall St. 292 E. 15th Ave. 30 E. 13th Ave. #B 31 - 35 E. 12th Ave. 31 E. Lane Ave. #B 364 W. Lane Ave. #429 367 W. 6th Ave. #9 39-45 E. 8th Ave.

393 E. 18th Ave. 44 E. 12th Ave. #C 48 E. 15th Ave. 49 ½ W.Tompkins 50 Chittenden Ave. 50 W. 10th Ave. 57 E. 14th Ave. #A 60 Chittenden 606 Riverview Dr. 61 W. 10th Ave. #A 620 - 622 Riverview 639 Riverview Dr. 65 E. 13th Ave. #A 656 Riverview Dr. 75 - 81 W. Norwich 773 Riverview Dr. 85 E. 9th Ave. 90 W. 9th Ave. 93 E. 15th Ave. #D 97-105 E. 9th Ave.

1 Bedrooms 100 E. 11th Ave. #A 100 E. Norwich 100 W. 9th Ave. 107 E. 16th Ave. 113 E. 11th Ave. 114 McMillen 121 E. 15th Ave. 14 - 22 E. 12th Ave. 1432-1434 Hunter 149 E. 11th Ave. 1545 Indianola 1658 Neil Ave. 1694-1702 N. High St. 170 W. Maynard 175-191 W. 9th Ave. 1919 Indianola #B 1968 Indianola Ave. #A 2206 Summit St. 25-27 E. 8th Ave. 29 - 31 E. Patterson 292 E. 15th Ave. 30 E. 13th Ave. #A 311 E 16th Ave. 365 - 367 W. 6th Ave. 38 1/2 E. 18th Ave. 41-43 W.Tompkins 44 E. 12th Ave. #A 46 E. 8th Ave. 48 E. 15th Ave. #201 49 Tompkins 57 E. 14th Ave. #C 60 Chittenden Ave. 606 Riverview Dr. #J 61 Chittenden #A 639 Riverview Dr. 651 Riverview Dr. 773 Riverview Dr. 93 E. 15th Ave. #C 95 E. 11th Ave.

Efficiencies 160-166 W. Northwood 166 E. Lane Ave. 61 Chittenden #B 93 E. 15th Ave. #F