Columbus Dispatch Spring H&G Show 2019

Feb. 16-24 • Ohio Expo Center

Inside: • Directory of 300+ Exhibitors • Stage Schedules • Pop-up Arts Fest • Pet-friendly Home • Master Gardeners’ Edible Garden • Show-only Exhibitor Specials & Discounts • Backyard Garden Awards

special guests

Pete Nelson, “Treehouse Masters”

Tom Silva, Eric Litwin, Richard “This Old House” Original Author Tretheway, “Pete the Cat” “This Old House”

Garden Author Melinda Myers

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Garden Author Joseph Tychonievich

Special admission details for teachers, library members, first responders and military inside.

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The city’s biggest and best home show is back By Darrell Dawson Dispatch Media Group The Columbus Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show presented by Ohio Mulch returns to the Ohio Expo Center this Saturday though Feb. 24. And like a hardy perennial plant, the show just keeps getting better with age. This year’s edition is the 63rd annual Dispatch Home & Garden Show and will reaffirm yet again that it’s Columbus’ top show of its kind — the one with the most. Including…

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The Most Gardens

Year after year, guests of the Spring Home & Garden Show are wowed by the themed gardens designed by members of the Columbus Landscape Association. Recent years saw gardens based on children’s storybooks, the movies and iconic world cities, just to name a few. This year, the gardens will be tied together by the people helping to make them come to life: local artists whose talent knows no bounds. All told, these 10 “gARTens” — a collaboration between the CLA and the Greater Columbus Arts Council, will encompass a variety of forms and ideas, including performance art, fashion and repurposed materials. “We were delighted when the Dispatch approached us about having artists collaborate with their landscape partners to create really unique artthemed gardens for this year’s show,” said Greater Columbus Arts Council VP Marketing Jami Goldstein. “Several of our Art Makes Columbus featured artists are participating and incorporating fashion, urban art and performance in a way that we think people will find very inspiring and fun. And all of the collaborations are going to result in something new and different for people to consider when they look at their outdoor spaces.” To get ready for your stroll through these gARTens, you can learn a bit more about what’s in store on page 14.

“Through artist and landscaper collaborations, plein air partners, hands-on creative activities, live music and spoken-work performances and the Arts Fest Pop Up on Feb. 17, attendees will be engaged and inspired and see first hand the diversity of creative talent we have in Columbus.”

The Most Expert Help

Sometimes it’s better to go beyond Google or Siri and ask questions of home and garden industry professionals live and in person. Well, start making a list because there will be hundreds upon hundreds of experts covering every conceivable specialty at the Home & Garden Show. Included among them, of course, are the many businesses, services, craftsmen and pros from around the city, state and region who will be on hand and exhibiting in the Show’s two buildings. There are also numerous how-to and DIY presentations and seminars scheduled so you can take a deeper dive into topics that interest you. Among the folks sharing their expertise are members of The

Ohio State University Master Gardeners Program, who will be on hand to answer your toughest gardening questions and staff the Edible Garden. There will also be two stages with non-stop activity during the Home & Garden Show’s eight days. Guests scheduled to appear include a number of Ohio State Fair blue ribbon-winning chefs (throughout the day Feb. 22) and a pair of acclaimed garden authors, Melinda Myers (Sunday) and Joseph Tychonievich (Feb. 24). On Feb. 22, parking is free with the coupon found in this section. The schedules for the Simple Bath & Simple Kitchen Home Stage and AgPro/John Deere Garden Stage can be found in this section and at DispatchHomeAndGardenShow.com.

The Most Celebrity Guests

One of our special guests from last year’s Spring Home & Garden Show proved to be so popular among show-goers that we had to bring him back — and this time he’s bringing a friend. Continued on Page 6

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The Most art

In addition to the gARTens, you’ll encounter a number of activities that proudly prove how and why Columbus Makes Art, such as: Storyteller, musician and original author of “Pete the Cat,” Eric Litwin, will be performing songs for kids of all ages that day, as will Ohio’s top rock ’n’ roll band for kids, The Shazzbots. “The Greater Columbus Arts Council and the Columbus Arts Festival are proud to partner with the 2019 Dispatch Home & Garden Show,” said GCAC President and CEO Tom Katzenmeyer.

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Continued from Page 4 This Saturday for opening day we welcome back Tom Silva, a general contractor who is a longtime veteran of the PBS program “This Old House.� Also appearing that day will be another star of that venerable show, Richard Trethewey, who specializes in plumbing and HVAC. Their appearances are presented by Logan A/C and Heat Services. Next Saturday, Feb. 23, you’ll be able to catch Doug Morgan of the Mt. Vernon Barn Co. and host of DIY’s “Home Sweet Barn� live on stage. That same day, Treehouse Master Pete Nelson will also appear at the Show. Few things are better than brunch, and on Feb. 24, breakfast blogger extraordinaire Nick Dekker will present “The Art of Brunch� at the Show, featuring cooking demos by local chefs with samplings of their culinary creations.

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The Most Fun

This year’s structure inside the Rosati (Bricker) Building is the Pet Friendly Home presented by PetPeople, a showcase of ways to pamper your pets, inside and out. This tiny home is outfitted inside with such features as a custom pet shower, pet-feeding furniture, a pet monitor that remotely dispenses treats, cat shelves, a luxury litter box that connects directly to your sewer line and more.

Outside the Pet Friendly Home, you’ll find a real chicken coop, an outdoor cat room, a paw-shaped doggie pool and other fun features. Along with PetPeople, the support of Beachy Barns, Hamilton Contractors, Creative Earthscapes, the Dog Cave, Edwin Loy Home, Oberfield’s and SYNLawn made this Pet Friendly Home possible. Come ready to buy mulch for your beds. As a Show-only special, Ohio Mulch will be selling gift cards for 20% off. Family Day at the Show returns Saturday, Feb. 23, with visits from animals from the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, plus staffers hosting educational sessions throughout the day.

Get Your Tickets and Discounts

There are a variety of special days and themes integrated into this year’s Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show presented by Ohio Mulch — and many have discounts on admission attached to them, too. • Admission at the doors is $13 or $10 online at DispatchHomeAndGardenShow.com. You can save $3 on admission at the door with the discount coupon available at area Lowe’s locations. • Children 17 and under admitted free courtesy of Parkfield Insulation. • This Monday, show any central Ohio library

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card at the ticket windows and receive two adult admissions for the price of one ($13). • In honor of this year’s Celebration of Art theme, members of area museums and other artsfriendly organizations can get two adult admissions for the price of one ($13) by showing any of the following passes at the doors this Monday through Friday: CCAD (students and faculty), Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory, Ohio History Connection, Ohio State University (students and employees with BUCKID card) and Wexner Center for the Arts. You can also receive the same deal by showing an Artist Trading Card, available through the Greater Columbus Arts Council website. • Monday through Friday: teachers K-12 receive free admission with school ID; and military, police, fire and veterans receive free admission with ID, courtesy of LPI Pinnacle. • Parking at the Ohio State Fairgrounds is $5 (cash only). But, parking is FREE this Friday, Feb. 22, with the coupon available in this section or at DispatchHomeAndGardenShow.com. • Come back to the show another day with a complimentary re-admittance pass (non-transferable) available at the information booths on the Show floor.

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‘This Old House’ stands the test of time By Audrey Adair

Teaching is exactly what Silva and Trethewey plan to do during their appearance at the Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show this Saturday. Richard Tretheway Attendees can learn more about “This Old House” and ask the experts about renovation ideas, projects and concerns. Tom Silva At last year’s Spring Home & Garden Show, Silva drew a standingroom-only crowd, sharing some of his years of experience and quizzing the audience on photos of some major mishaps he was charged with fixing over the years. As for the future of “This Old House,” the show will focus this season on a “Net Zero House” — a house that has its electrical meter reading

Silva’s and Tretheway’s appearances at the show on Saturday are made possible by:

zero at the end of each year. “By utilizing solar electrical power, super insulation, and an efficient heat recovery system, it can happen,” explained Trethewey. Installing modern upgrades, similar to those in a “Net Zero House,” to an antique charmer continues to propel the show’s success forward and is also a theory highly supported by those involved on the show. “Something about an old house always wins with me,” said Trethewey. “They have a story; they need a new steward, and they often have deeper character.”

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Much like the show’s premise, “This Old House” has proven to synonymize age with quality. For decades, this Emmy-winning PBS home improvement and remodeling show has had viewers glued. Now in its 40th anniversary season, tradesmen and contractor experts Tom Silva and Richard Trethewey have naturally coaxed homeowners to see the magic and value of renovating and uplifting classic homes to energy-efficient, aesthetically jaw-dropping beauties. It was 1979 when Trethewey’s father and uncle, owners of a successful plumbing business were contacted by the local PBS station. The show’s creators, still at the drawing board, sought out the expertise of the Trethewey brothers to enhance their new home improvement show. The brothers dove in for little, if any, compensation. “For some happy, inexplicable rea-

son, my dad agreed,” said Richard Trethewey — now succeeding as the fourth generation of the family business. “The rest is history.” The show has also been a large part of Silva’s professional life, having joined “This Old House” the late 1980s. In an impressive balance, Silva not only bolsters the show, but coowns Silva Brothers Construction out of Lexington, Mass. — yet another long-standing family-run business. Undeniably, home improvement shows are now trending as a dominating force on television; however, “This Old House” keeps up in ratings, and has arguably paved the way for the genre’s influx of similar shows and networks. “’This Old House’ is the original. It was all new territory,” explained Trethewey. “We are real contractors sharing first-hand experience of our profession. We aren’t actors. There are no cue cards. We are lucky enough to be teachers with a bigger classroom than most.”

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Life is better in a tree

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By Michele Mooney Pete Nelson, known to many as the Tree Whisperer and Treehouse Master (his moniker from his show on Animal Planet), discovered his passion at the age of 5, when he helped his father build a treehouse in their New Jersey backyard. During his teen years, he spent “endless” hours drawing treehouses with the dream of eventually building them. Now, decades later, Nelson admits that he still dreams about treehouses and is often awake at night drawing the treehouses he imagines. It is no surprise that Nelson, who majored in economics in college and began his professional career as a homebuilder, ended up taking the “leap to the trees” and founded Nelson Treehouse Supply in Washington state that designs and builds custom treehouses. Treehouse Masters is now in its 11th season on Animal Planet and although all of the 100-plus treehouses that he and his team created and

built are memorable, there are a few in particular that especially stand out for Nelson — whether it be for sentimental reasons or challenges that were met. “Our friend and longtime cameraman, Steve Bowler, decided to leave showbiz to run Treehouse Village Inn in Vermont and asked us to build a luxury treetop rental,” said Nelson. Nelson and his team created “The Willow Treehouse” a 600-foot, A-frame design with full bathroom, kitchenette, living room, propane fireplace, queen bed, and reading nook and porch. The treehouse was featured in the final episode of season 11. One of the more challenging treehouse requests that Nelson received actually came from his daughter, Emily, and her husband, Patrick. The couple asked him to relocate the Bird Blind, one of the original treehouses at TreeHouse Point (the Nelsons’ event and overnight retreat center in Washington), to their own backyard. “We had to slice the structure in

Nelson’s appearance at the show on Feb. 23 is made possible by: half and ‘fly’ it across TreeHouse Point on a cable system. It was really tricky, but worth it to preserve the legacy of that sweet treehouse.” The treehouses created by Nelson and his crew are often luxurious, breath-taking and can range upwards of $300,000. When watching Treehouse Masters, it is easy to understand why Grace Vanderwaal, winner of America’s Got Talent, told People magazine that she would use some of her $1 million prize money to have a treehouse built by Nelson. Nelson and his team created two adjoining treehouses for Vanderwaal — a “Boho Hangout” for fun and relaxation and the other, a “1980s style, Ultra Poppy Arts Studio” for songwriting and practicing her ukulele. Nelson’s mind never stops working

and he never stops exploring. During his visit to Columbus a few years ago for the Home & Garden Show, he discovered the work of Doug Morgan of Mount Vernon Barn Co. and DIY Network’s “Barn Sweet Barn.” “Mount Vernon Barn Co. immediately stood out because Doug sells the stuff I love integrating into our treehouses: beautiful reclaimed barn wood,” said Nelson. “We have used Mount Vernon Barn’s wood in many recent projects, including a couple of treehouses at Treehouse Utopia, my new retreat in Texas Hill Country.” With endless ideas and energy, Nelson and his “amazing wife” Judy are embarking on two new ventures — the Treehouse Resort & Spa in Washington, whose initial plans call for 25 treehouses and as many cottages; and — especially exciting for the Nelsons — their new role as grandparents.

‘Pete The Cat’ author Eric Litwin to perform By Sarah Irvin Clark Eric Litwin is passionate about getting children to “read with joy” at a young age. As a teacher and a kid who struggled with learning to read, the bestselling author of the original four “Pete the Cat” books, “The Nuts” and “Groovy Joe,” knows that the single most important predictor of school success is reading. “We can beat iPads. In fact, we have to beat iPads,” Litwin said in a recent phone interview. “Engagement is the key to making reading more fun than iPads. The more fun and interactivity you have with books, the more kids will learn to read.” So far, kids and families all over the world are embracing Litwin’s literacy message. Litwin’s books have sold more than 13 million copies, been translated into 17 languages, and won 26 literacy awards including a Theodor Geisel Seuss Honor Award.

What moved you to focus on early childhood literacy? Litwin: When I was a teacher, one day I was walking down the hall and walked by the kindergarten classroom. The teacher said “Who wants to read?” and the whole classroom erupted in excitement. One little girl ran to the bookshelf and picked up a book and just held it like a baby. When I got to my third-grade class, I asked them if they’d like to read and they weren’t as excited. That got me to thinking “What happened between kindergarten and third grade that so many kids stopped loving reading?” What do you think happens that makes kids not as excited to read as they get older? Litwin: Interactivity is a big part. There are three things a child needs: 1. Reading and language foundation. Unfortunately, electronic devices and overall family “busy-ness” get in the way. Additionally, poverty is associated with lack of access to books. 2.

Litwin will perform Monday at 1 and 3 p.m. at the Dispatch Home & Garden Show. Litwin’s appearances are made possible by Half Price Books, who will have some of his books for sale at the event.

Fun, meaningful and self-selected reading. Incredible things happen when reading joyfully. 3. Direct instruction that is child-focused. Every child learns differently and many schools buy reading programs with a formula that isn’t tailored to each child. What is your next project? Litwin: I’m working on a book that’s for parents, teachers and reading volunteers that takes complicated theories and ideas and makes them simple. Learning to read is complicated, but not confusing — it’s like making pancakes. There are reading ingre-

dients — like words, understanding of punctuation and pronunciation. I’m basically taking theoretical ideas like emergent reading theory and boiling it down to pancakes. You were at the Dispatch Home & Garden Show last year. Tell us what you have planned for this year. Litwin: The shows are going to be fun — we will sing, dance and read together. The performances inspire children to read and love books. Last year, I loved looking at the gardens and enjoyed watching the children and families enjoy the gardens, as well. I’m delighted to come back.

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Home Stage Schedule

& Master of Ceremonies, Stacy McKay As co-host of Sunny in the Morning and host of Momcast, Stacy entertains listeners while juggling her job, family and her co-host. Her hubs and daughter think she’s crazy. Dispatch Digital Lounge Located near the stage, stop in, relax, charge up your device and get free WIFI access. Courtesy of Dispatch Media Group, your host for the Home & Garden Show

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Saturday, Feb. 16 Lowe’s DIY day All Day: The Ohio Plein Air Society is a collection of artists and art lovers sharing a common interest in outdoor painting. Come see them paint in the the gARTens. Artists include: Robin Roberts, Tamar Rudavsky, Debra Joyce Dawson, Robine Wright, Nora Daniel, Carrie Boerio, Cecilia Brendel, Cindy S. Terry, West Hardin-Leeth, Candice VanSchoyck, Peg Vasil and Diane Grguras. 12-1 p.m. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Animal Ambassadors See and learn about the animals that travel with Jack Hanna. You might even get a chance to touch the birds or a variety of mammals. 1-1:30 p.m. The Connected Home Let’s us help you connect with your home. We will explore many of the options available to help you with security, safety and energy savings. We will demonstrate how to install a smart door lock, smart thermostat and video doorbell. Lowe’s

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1:30-1:50 p.m. and 3:30-3:50 p.m. What’s Your Design Style? Do you love design? Ever wonder what your actual design style is? Join us for this fun and interactive session that will help determine what your interior design style is and how to decorate with it in mind. Simple Bath and Simple Kitchen

2-2:45 p.m. Tom Silva from “This Old House” As a proud member of America’s favorite home improvement team since 1986, Tom Silva has provided years of expert advice to home enthusiasts on “This Old House.” Get a selfie with him afterward. Appearance presented by Logan A/C and Heat Services.

Monday, Feb. 18, Presidents Day

1-1:40 p.m. Insulating Your Home and What to Look Out For Considering updating the insulation in your home? Experts from Parkfield will discuss the importance of reducing air infiltration, why some products work better than others, and controlling sound in your home. Parkfield

3-3:30 p.m. Shiplap Interior Wall Treatment We will share how to recreate the shiplap look with a how-to on the products needed, tools required, installation and trim techniques and finishing. From making your own shiplap to purchasing prefinished packages, there is a product that will help you. Lowe’s

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 4-5 p.m. Eric Litwin book signings at Half Price Books booth near the Home Stage Bring your Eric Litwin “Pete the Cat” books, or buy them here. Autographs only during this session.

4 p.m. Richard Trethewey, “This Old House” Tretheway has been an integral part of the “This Old House” team since the show’s debut in 1979. Appearance presented by Logan A/C and Heat Services.

12-12:40p.m. Ohio Wildlife The Ohio Wildlife Center runs central Ohio’s only free Wildlife Hospital where they treat nearly 5,000 animals a year. Join the Center’s Education Team to learn more about the work they do and to meet some Ambassador Animals.

2-2:40 p.m. Best Practices for Your Heating and Cooling System Not sure if it’s time to replace it, or keep repairing it? Experts from Logan A/C and Heat services will cover things to consider when making that decision, plus best practices if you decide that it’s time to replace that old furnace and air conditioning unit. Logan A/C & Heat Services

5-5:30 p.m. Painting Perfection Get advice from the experts for the perfect painting project. We will discuss how to determine the best paint, suggested prep, sundries needed and application advice. Lowe’s 5:30-6 p.m. To Tile or Not to Tile Let us help you determine if a tile project is right for you. From a basic back splash to decorative floor designs we’ll discuss the products, tools, installation and maintenance. We will also discuss the latest alternative to floor tile. Lowe’s

Sunday, Feb.17

11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Pop Up Arts Fest Organized by the Columbus Arts Festival, this pop-up version will take over the Simple Bath and Simple Kitchen Home Stage throughout the day. Shop for unique, original items, and meet the 12 artists; see special demos and workshops. For details, see page 17.

Show your library card to receive two admissions for the price of one, today only. See “Tickets” on next page for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military, and first responders.

1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Eric Litwin, original author of “Pete the Cat,” Litwin is a song-singing, guitar-strumming, #1 New York Times BestSelling author who brings early literacy and music together. Get a selfie with him at 2 p.m. Appearances made possible by Half Price Books. 2-2:45 p.m. and 4-4:45 p.m. The Shazzbots This intergalactic rock n’ roll band and champions of music, art, science and everything creative, blast off for adventure in their Space Winnebago — learning life-lessons, overcoming obstacles, and meeting fascinating characters along the way.

Show cLOSED Tuesday, FEB. 19 Wednesday, Feb. 20

See Tickets on page 11 for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders.

3-3:40 p.m. Traditional Remodeling vs. SMART Remodeling — JSB Home Solutions Experts from JSB will teach SMART remodeling techniques that work with your existing layout to add the most value to your home for cost-effective remodeling.

Thursday, Feb. 21

See Tickets on page 11 for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders. 12-12:40 p.m. Trends in Interior Home Design Be mesmerized in this session on trends in interior home design — colors, wall finishes in papers and paints, window treatments, furniture, flooring and more. Hosted by five-time international design competition winner Melinda Peters Elliot with Danny Russo, Instagram design influencer with 76k followers. Learn how to execute amazing style on a budget, work with a designer, plus tips and tricks. 1-1:40 p.m. Live — The Design Exchange Podcast with Melinda Peters Elliot with Danny Russo Join in this live podcast of The Design Exchange from the Show. Melinda and Danny will take audience questions and share insights on how to design a home you’ll love around your

& personal style. 2-2:40 p.m. Moisture And Air Quality In Your Home — What To Look For — EverDry Do you know the signs of moisture in your home or basement? Do you know if the air you’re breathing is OK? Get expert do it yourself tips to protect your home and health, and find out what to look for. Everdry

Friday, Feb. 22

See Tickets at right for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders. Noon to 4 p.m. Tastings of the Ohio State Fair, Blue RibbonWinning Recipes Watch demonstrations and taste all of these blue ribbon creations, plus meet the winners. Some of the chef’s preparations will include: Decadent Chocolate Cake, Macaroons and Spiced Honey Carrot Cake. See full list online.

Saturday, Feb. 23

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Family Day The first 6,000 guests will receive one free admission ticket to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, valid through April 14. 11-11:45 a.m. Wild Zoo Games, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Come join our interactive, on stage activities with audience participation facilitated by the Columbus Zoo’s Summer Camp team. Noon to 1 p.m. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Animal

Ambassadors See and learn about the animals that travel with Jack Hanna. Discover where they are from and what they eat. You might even get a chance to touch the birds or a variety of mammals. 1:15-2 p.m. Wild Zoo Games, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium See 11 a.m. description. 2:30-3:15 p.m. Barn in the USA One Man’s Quest to Save 100 Ohio Barns and Log Houses Doug Morgan travels the forgotten nooks and crannies of Ohio to find amazing hand hewn barns and log houses. He and his wife, Beth, founded the Mt Vernon Barn Company in 2011 with a mission to save and repurpose one hundred 19th century barns into homes and public event spaces. Doug’s presentation will take you along with him on this incredible journey. 3:30-3:50 p.m. What’s your Design Style? Join us for this fun and interactive session that will help determine what your interior design style is and how to decorate with it in mind. Simple Bath and Simple Kitchen 4 p.m. To the Trees: The Art, Science and Joy of Building Treehouses with Pete Nelson Join “Treehouse Master” Pete Nelson as he reflects on his 30 years of building treehouses professionally. Learn best practices for building up in the trees, find out how Pete made his passion into a livelihood. Afterward meet Nelson and get a selfie with him, while time permits. Location will be announced after Pete’s presentation. 5 p.m. Ohio Wildlife The Ohio Wildlife Center runs central Ohio’s only free Wildlife Hospital where they treat nearly 5,000 animals a year. Join the Center’s Education Team to learn more about the work they do and meet their Ambassador Animals.

SUNDAY, FEB. 24

Noon to 3 p.m. The Art of Brunch — Hosted by Breakfast With Nick blogger, Nick Dekker If your idea of brunch is exploring the art of a chef’s unusual creations, you’ll be right at home enjoying these yummy brunch items. Watch chefs prepare their dishes on stage, then get a taste. Visit DispatchHomeandGardenShow.com for presentation times. • Sangeeta Lakhani, Owner and Chef, The Table; Dish: Akoori. Indian soft scrambled eggs with onions, garlic, chilies, tomatoes, cilantro, and a variety of spices.

• Matt Heaggans and Catie Randazzo Owners and Chefs, Ambrose & Eve Ambrose & Eve’s French toast is extra thick and completely suffused with an egg rich custard. It’s practically a block of creme brulee. • Stephan Madias, executive chef, The Crest Gastropub Made from scratch breakfast sausage. 4-6 p.m. Plant Sale Talk with individual garden owners about what they have for sale in their respective gardens.

Show Hours • Closed Tuesday, Feb. 20 • Saturdays, Feb. 16 & Feb. 23: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Sundays, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 11a.m. to 6 p.m. • Friday, Feb. 22: 11a.m. to 8 p.m.

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3-3:40 p.m. Preparing your Home for Spring Spring is right around the corner, is your home ready? We’ll review a checklist of things you need to know and do to make sure you are ready for the changing temperatures. Paramount Air

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General Admission: $13 Children 17 and younger: Free courtesy of Parkfield Insulation Online: $10 plus convenience fee Re-entry: any day (non-transferable) Free

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• Save $3 coupons at area Lowe’s Stores • Library card holders, Monday only, 2 adult admissions for $13 • Art Lovers, present membership card, 2 adult admission for $13: Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Wexner Center for the Arts, Ohio History Connection; CCAD ID, OSU BuckID or download online “Art Makes Columbus Makes Art” trading card. • Teachers K-12 and First responders/Military: With ID Free admission Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday only, otherwise regular admission fee applies. Military & First Responders with ID, courtesy LPI Pinnacle. • Free parking on Friday, Feb 22,with printed voucher. • Parking, cash only $5

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Garden Stage Schedule AgPro | John Deere GARDEN STAGE, hosting OSU Master Gardeners Ohio Mulch Building near gARTens Master of Ceremonies, Fred Hower, host of PlantTalk.com, is known as “The Ohio Nurseryman,” with 50+ years’ experience as a horticultural consultant, certified arborist and landscape designer.

Saturday, Feb. 16

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All Day: The Ohio Plein Air Society, a collection of artists and art lovers sharing an interest in outdoor painting, will be painting in the gARTens. Artists names listed on page 10

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11-11:40 a.m. Finding the right power equipment for your yard Walk behind or riding? Deck size? Terrain? Service? If you need expert answers to these and other questions about your yard equipment, join experts from AgPro for information. AgPro Noon to 12:40 p.m. Gardening to Attract Pollinators — Steve Herminghausen Learn how to select and maintain plants which bees, butterflies, and other pollinators will return to year after year

4-4:40 p.m. Container Gardening — Lori Overmyer No space for a large garden? No problem, get tips to grow beautiful flowers and vegetables in containers and small spaces

Art Garden Studios Lady on a Leaf: Craft your own garden buddy.

5-5:40 p.m. Insect Pests of the Home Garden — Lori Overmyer Find out how to identify and control the most damaging insect pests in your garden.

Musicologie – will take place in the Performance gARTen by Riepenhoff Landscape. Musicologie Play! Music Experience Table is an interactive booth where kids of all ages can try a range of instruments — musical bells, string instruments and synthesizers.

Sunday, Feb. 17

Ohio Craft Museum/Ohio Designer Craftsmen “Where I Live” Project: Decorate a flat wooden house with images of what home means to you

Noon-12:40 Container Gardening — Mike Hogan No space for a large garden? No problem, get tips to grow beautiful flowers and vegetables in containers and small spaces 1-1:40 p.m. and 2-2:40 p.m. Well Loved Ohio Garden Plants — Melinda Myers Easy to grow, favorite plants guaranteed to give your Ohio garden a boost. Book signing to follow. 2-2:40 p.m. Soil testing for the Home Gardener — Mike Hogan Do you want to grow bigger and healthier plants, flowers, and veggies? Don’t guess — soil test.

1-1:40 p.m. Is Bee Keeping Right for You? Dave Noble Bees Find out how you can support a healthy pollinator community by raising bees in your backyard.

3-3:40 p.m. Attracting Bees, Hummingbirds, and Butterflies to the Garden — Melinda Myers Enjoy the many benefits of attracting bees, hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

2-2:40 p.m. Good Bugs and the Plants That Attract Them — Mary Gardiner Are there really good bugs? Yes, and you can learn how to tell the good guys from the bad guys from the professor who wrote the book on good bugs.

4-4:40 p.m. Pruning Your Trees —Bill JohnsonLearn proven techniques to tame the jungle that is your landscape: how, where, and when to prune the trees in your landscape.

3-3:40pm The Dirt on Soil — Joe Lansing, Sue Simon, Freda Daniely, and Don Skaggs A team of Master Gardener volunteers and soil specialists will explore soil health and provide tips to increase the health of soil in your yard and garden.

Library Day — See Ticket information on page 11 special offers during weekdays.

Monday, Feb. 18

Hands-on Art Activities All Day Just for kids to have fun on Presidents Day. Location: near and in the gARTens.

COSI Science Festival Star Gazing Sewing Activity: Learn about the constellations.

Thursday, Feb. 21

See Tickets on page 11 for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders. 2-2:40 p.m. Extending the Growing Season into Fall & Winter — Mike Hogan Learn how you can extend the growing season for vegetables into fall and winter. In Ohio! 3-4 p.m. Gardening for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects — George Peach Find out which plants will attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, as well as beneficial insects which can reduce the populations of destructive pests

1-1:40 p.m. Starting a Vegetable Garden — Terry Althouse Now is the time to start planning your vegetable garden for this summer, and Master Gardener Terry will show you how, step by step.

Friday, Feb. 22

2-2:40 p.m. Making Ground Covers Work for You — Matt Morrison Learn which ground covers work best in various spaces around your property

Noon to 12:40 p.m. Growing Fresh Food Indoors Made Simple — Scotts Miracle-Gro Harvesting fresh veggies and herbs year-round, straight from the kitchen or living room is a dream come true. In this session we will show you how to have more success with your indoor crop by using the new Miracle-Gro® Twelve Indoor™ Growing System.

3-3:40 p.m. Extending the Gardening Season — Mike Hogan Learn how you can extend the growing season for vegetables into fall and winter in Ohio.

Show cLOSED Tuesday, FEB. 19 Wednesday, Feb. 20

See Tickets on page 11 for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders. 2-2:40 p.m. Container Gardening — Fran Sevel Goldsmith No space for a large garden? No problem, get tips to grow beautiful flowers and vegetables in containers and small spaces 3-3:40 p.m. Want to Become A Master Gardener? Come find out more about the program from current Master Gardeners.

See Tickets on page 11 for special weekday offers for teachers, arts lovers, military and first responders.

Scott’s miracle-gro Education Series

1-1:40 p.m. Raised Bed Gardening In this session, you’ll learn the benefits of raised bed gardening and how to choose, and build, the raised bed that will best fit your plants’ needs. Scotts Miracle-Gro 2-2:40 p.m. Growing Strawberries in the Home Garden — Gary Gao Learn how to grow the plumpest, juiciest strawberries in your neighborhood.

Garden Stage Schedule Learn how to get the jump on spring planting by starting seeds indoors with Master Gardener Joanne Dole.

3-3:40 p.m. Square Foot Gardening — Kelley Hughes and Mike Heys Learn how to grow an abundance of herbs, flowers and vegetables in a small space designed to be virtually maintenance-free. 4-4:40 p.m. Natural & Organic Gardening Interested in organic gardening? Learn how to create and maintain an organic garden using our new organic line of plant foods and soils, Miracle-Gro Performance Organics. Scotts Miracle-Gro

11-11:40 a.m. Finding the right power equipment for your yard — AgPro Walk behind or riding? Deck size? Other uses? Terrain? Service? If you need expert answers to these and other questions about your yard equipment, join this session led by experts from AgPro for answers and information. Noon to 12:40 p.m. The Honey Bee and Other Pollinators — Dave Noble Learn about the role of bees and other pollinators in the ecosystem. 1-1:40 p.m. Come Grow With Ohio Mulch Calling all kids to the Garden stage! Join Ohio Mulch for an afternoon of gardening fun! Decorate your own flower pot, and fill it with our Green Envy Soil and a very special seed. — Ohio Mulch 2-2:40 p.m. Starting Your Vegetable Garden — Tisa Watts Now is the time to start planning your vegetable garden for this summer, and Master Gardener Tisa will show you how, step by step.

5-5:40 p.m. Soil testing for the Home Gardener — Mike Hogan Do you want to grow bigger and healthier plants, flowers, and veggies? Well don’t guess—soil test! We’ll show you how during this presentation.

Sunday, Feb. 24

Noon-12:40pm Starting Seed — Joanne Dole

2-2:40 p.m. Selecting Fruit Trees and Berries for your Yard — Bill Johnson Learn which tree fruits and berries will grow best in your Central Ohio landscape with fruit expert and Master Gardener Bill Johnson.

4-6 p.m. Plant Sale

Performances in the Riepenhoff Landscape Performance gARTen Saturday, Feb. 16 1 p.m. KaTanya Ingram, singer 2 p.m. Hilda Doyle, musician 4 p.m. Chaz & Nicki, musicians 6 p.m. Dominique LaRue

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Saturday, Feb. 23

and fill it with our Green Envy Soil and a very special seed. — Ohio Mulch

1-1:40 p.m. and 2-2:40 p.m. Gardening for Pollinators - Joseph Tychonievich We know that bees, butterflies, and the other little insects that run the world have been having a rough time of it. In this presentation you’ll learn more about the threats pollinators are facing, just how amazing these little creatures are, and simple things you can do to have a real impact in supporting pollinators in your garden.

3-3:40pm Rock Gardening: Re-imagining a Classic Style — Joseph Tychonievich Inspired by the tiny plants and dramatic, rocky landscapes found on mountain tops, rock gardening uses a range of unusual, small plants in combination with beautiful stones to create miniaturized landscapes. This approach to gardening is water-wise, perfect for containers, small gardens, and for gardeners interested in exploring a whole new group of beautiful plants. In this talk he will share images of rock garden to get you inspired, the principles of creating rock gardens, and an introduction to some of the most beautiful and easy-togrow rock garden plants. Tychonievich will autograph books after his presentation.

Sunday, Feb. 17 1 p.m. Molly Winters, musician 2:30 p.m. Scott Woods, spoken word 4 pm KaTanya Ingram, singer

Saturday, Feb. 23

3-3:40 p.m. Gardening to Attract Birds — George Peach Gardening is for the birds. Learn how to select plants which will attract an abundance of birds to your yard.

1 p.m. Salty Caramels, band 2:15 p.m. Salty Caramels, band 4 p.m. Maya Mougey, musician

4-4:40 p.m. Come Grow With Ohio Mulch Calling all kids to the Garden stage! Join Ohio Mulch for an afternoon of gardening fun! Decorate your own flower pot,

11:30 a.m. Chaz & Nicki, musicians 1 p.m. Maya Mougey, musician 2 p.m. Barbara Fant, spoken word

Sunday Feb. 24

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Landscapers join local artists to create living masterpieces presented

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By JARROD ULREY Dispatch Media Group

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Having spring just around the corner serves as a reminder that the color and warmth that gardens provide will be returning to a neighborhood near you. At this year’s Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show taking place this Saturday through Feb. 24 at the Ohio Expo Center, there will be plen-

ty to see for those who have a flare for the artistic as well. The theme of this year’s show is “gARTens,” with local landscapers teaming with local artists to design displays that they hope add to the excitement and imagination for anyone wishing to create their own gardens this year.

9 Trees Landscape Construction Five Seasons Landscape Management In collaboration with Reclaimed Sticks Hockey lovers should be sure to check out the Outdoor Bar in a Reclaimed gARTen created by 9 Trees Landscape Construction. Established in 2002, 9 Trees focuses on hardscape construction with a background in horticulture that includes fertilizing and mowing to outdoor kitchen retaining walls, driveways, lighting, planting and even snow removal. Reclaimed Sticks takes broken hockey sticks and recycled aluminum that are on their way to landfill and turns them into pieces of artwork and furniture. Owned by David Hoening, Reclaimed Sticks will team with 9 Trees to create a garden that highlights three access pathways with an outdoor bar under a shingled roof pavilion, which will have TVs and sports-themed memorabilia. Hoening and Matt Forchione, president of 9 Trees, are hopeful that the timing of the show coinciding with the NHL season, will attract the growing hockey community. “Putting this display together is identical to building in real life,” Forchione said. “We design a space on paper that will fit the client’s needs, verify the material quantities and build it. In the garden display, we go the extra step of adding decorations to make it feel warm, inviting, cozy and something client prospects can visualize themselves using.”

In collaboration with Sarah DeAngulo Hout A woodland theme will be prevalent in the display by Five Seasons Landscape Management. One of the key aspects to represent that, according to artist Sarah DeAngulo Hout, is having “lots and lots of moss.” “From an artist’s standpoint, I want to incorporate both form and function,” said Hout, of Sarahthehout: Creative Endeavors. “I want my pieces to challenge the viewer into thinking of beauty in an outside-of-the-box kind of way, helping them realize that something beautiful can also functionally work in their own little landscaped paradises. ” Mike Moulton is the landscape designer for Five Seasons and is designing the display they’re calling “Old Man’s Cave.” The garden will feature a wood pergola with al fresco paintings and a woodburning fireplace with a stone finish. There will also be a stone back wall with pillars and two water spillways. Flanking the pillars will be three murals where painted surfaces and growing plant-material will be infused into the artwork. Plant material will include selections native to Ohio such as azaleas, hydrangea, ninebark, pine, birch, cherry, hemlock and redbud. The garden also will have natural stone borders and a natural stonewater feature at the front of the display.

Hedge Landscape

Landscape Design Solutions

In collaboration with Celeste Malvar-Stewart

In collaboration with the Ohio State University Marching Band Ohio State football fans will be able to get their fix at the Home & Garden Show with “The Best Darn Garden in the Land” that will be produced by Landscape Design Solutions. In addition to the thousands of flowers on display, this will be what Landscape Design Solutions owner and designer Jacob Basnett calls a “sound garden” that incorporates the sights and sounds of The Ohio State University marching band. “What a lot of people don’t realize is that the OSU marching band is as artistic as anybody else,” Basnett said. “A big thing a lot of people don’t realize is how innovative they are. We considered a couple different artists and we reached out the Ohio State marching band. You have to have Script Ohio, and that will be done out of flowers. It’ll be pretty substantial. We’ll have a musical component in the garden creating that sound, permeating the area. We’re going to try to have an educational side of what OSU does.” According to Basnett, who collaborated with Ohio State marching band director of marketing and communications Kevin Leonardi on the project, the display at the Home & Garden show will include birds as well as a memorabilia bar. “For the most part, the garden is a sound garden,” Basnett said. “There will be components of how people can understand how sound can be brought into a garden.”

Oakland Nurseries

Riepenhoff Landscape Ltd.

In collaboration with Stephanie Rond

In collaboration with Molly Winters

Capturing one aspect of the city that is sometimes gets overlooked is the theme of Oakland Nurseries’ garden known as “City Dwellers.” On display will be an alley that includes figurines of animals such as squirrels, ducks, frogs, foxes and deer. In addition, there will be a casual sitting area enclosed by ornate living walls and an ornate wooden trellis. “We’re going to have an urban garden,” said Bryan Joyce from Oakland Nurseries. “There will be a portrait of an alley so that it draws your eye down into the garden, and there will be some figurines. It’ll be a typical alleyway scene and give a chance to get close to the environment. Humans and animals can coexist through the urban environment. Of course it’s going to have a whole bunch of trees and a pretty cool water feature that takes water off the roofs and flows down in the grate that you see in the alley. It should be kind of cool.” Oakland Nurseries is teaming with Stephanie Rond, a Columbus-based street artist who is designing the figurines for the garden. “I’m super stoked for this collaboration,” Rond said. “It’s been fun to explore how the city is a habitat for wildlife and to celebrate their part in a city life experience. Oakland Nurseries has been an absolute dream to work with because they’re so open to new ideas and are very creative themselves.”

The “challenge,” as Nick Besser calls it, of combining beautiful music and a beautiful landscape was the inspiration for a Performance gARTen that will be presented by Riepenhoff Landscape Ltd. Molly Winters is a singer and songwriter from Columbus who will be performing solo on Sunday and with her band, The Salty Caramels, on Feb. 23. “Upon listening to a few songs, we knew instantly that we had found our partner,” Besser said. “Inspired by the classic town square bandstand, we chose to design a space that functioned both as a performance area and a sitting and gathering space.” “We thought of having a musical performance area in the garden that invites passersby into the landscape,” Winters said. “We hope to have musical themes throughout the garden as well. Music and nature go hand-and-hand, and a peaceful garden is often the perfect place for me to sing and play guitar. I’m providing the sound system and setting it up early so we can blend it into the garden theme and put some greenery around it.” Throughout the garden, music has been incorporated into the design, including a lower-level patio with a boulder wall on the backside. There will be wooden stands supporting a musical staff banner as a background for the patio, which doubles as a stage. Wooden arbors anchor the walkway at each end, and inside the garden will be colorful shrubs and perennials with rhododendrons, azaleas and other plants.

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Combining landscape architecture and fashion is the theme of Fashion through the Garden by Hedge Landscape. According to Steven Maravich, landscape architect for Hedge, collaboration “is an important part of our culture, and by intersecting fashion and landscape architecture we can explore different perspectives.” Designed in a minimalist context, the garden will feature elements such as stone, water, space and light to set the stage for the art of Celeste Malvar-Stewart, a local textiles and fashion designer who uses wool, alpaca and mohair from Ohio fiber farms along with natural dyes. The garden will feature hand-felted and naturally dyed wearable art pieces to complement the landscape. Malvar-Stewart has been involved in the fashion industry for more than 30 years, creating unconventional wearables, accessories and interior wear. “Our idea came about quite organically,” Malvar-Stewart said. “With (Maravich’s) expertise in landscape architecture and my work in textiles and fashion, it seemed perfect to fuse the two areas,” she said. “We were inspired by our common consideration for sustainable design, combining our two distinct disciplines to create an environment that has a beautiful, rich and organic flow while mindfully using eco-friendly approaches.”

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Seely’s Landscape Nursery

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In collaboration with Ben Williams

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When Roger Seely Jr. was growing up, he and his family often traveled to places such as Gatlinburg, Tenn., and visited the Great Smoky Mountains. That’s the inspiration for the garden that will be displayed by Seely’s Landscape Nursery titled “Smoky Mountain Wood Carvings” and will feature the artistry of wood chain saw carver Ben Williams. “One of our designers knew of an artist who created wood carvings from logs with a chain saw,” Seely said. “I liked his work, and it reminded me of similar art work that I’ve seen in the Smoky Mountains. Many of the carvings Ben had done in the past were of wildlife that one would find in the Smoky Mountains such as bears, wolves, eagles and river trout. When I was younger, my family would go see all the old historic sites. Many of the cabins and shops around the area had many similar carvings.” Seely said the garden will contain mossy boulders lining a cobblestone pathway, which leads to an upper patio area in front of a wooden cabin. There will be flowering cherries, spring bulbs, hosta, and rhododendron along spruce and birch trees. Placed throughout the garden will be carved animals created by Williams. “We like to showcase the variety of plants we use,” Seely Jr. said. “This is one thing that sets us apart from other landscape companies is that our nursery has a wide selection of new and unusual plants that we get from all over the country.”

Shearer Patio & Landscape Services In collaboration with Gretel Adams With The Flower Encounter, Shearer Patio & Landscape Services, which is teaming up with Sunny Meadows Flower Farm, views flowers as the star of a garden inspired by nature. “When Shearer learned that we needed an artist for our garden this year, I suggested Sunny Meadows Flower Farm,” said Angie Mounts, office manager for Shearer who also works for Sunny Meadows. “Sunny Meadows is a cut flower farm that also creates beautiful floral installations. “We gathered inspiration from Sunny Meadows’ previous floral works and then discussed what else unique could be created. We knew we wanted to have an open-air wooden beam structure with a fireplace with a water feature on each side as the anchor of the garden,” Mounts said. Other floral elements from Sunny Meadows include a large chandelier, which features flowers and crystals, several floating clouds, a stack of wood covered with moss and flowers and a curtain of flowers hanging from wooden arbors. There also will be butterfly bushes in the garden to help make the connection between insects and plants. Among the flowers will be purple magnolias, yellow forsythia, hot pink rhododendrons, blue spruce, pink weeping cherry, perennials and bulbs.

Warwick’s Landscaping

Wood Landscape Services

In collaboration with Jesse Getic

In collaboration with Sandra Ulibarri

Having a modern look will be the focus of Art Springing Into Bloom, Warwick’s Landscaping’s garden this year. The company, which has participated in every Home & Garden Show since 1986, will feature contemporary design with the sound of water flowing over a fountain and varieties of trees, shrubs and perennials. “I wanted to have something with more modern art,” said Terry Killilea, owner and designer of Warwick’s Landscaping. “I saw a few pictures and knew it would be different and would catch people’s eye. I’m putting in a fountain that I’m making to be real modern-looking.” Jesse Getic is the artist for the project, which will feature weeping Japanese maples, variegated red twig dogwoods, clump river birch, knockout roses, weeping pussy willows, bright-colored tulips and sweet-smelling hyacinths. Killilea learned about Getic because of a project Getic had worked on at deMonye’s Greenhouse. Among Getic’s many works are paintings of landscapes on canvas. “(Being at the Home & Garden Show) helps the business and people get a taste of what you can do,” Killilea said. “It gives you a point of contact and always turns into leads. It’s a lot of work, but it’s worth it.”

Noticing what could be overlooked will be what Wood Landscape Services’ garden, titled Repurposeful, will focus on. The company’s display will use recycled materials from its production facility to incorporate the garden design, specifically the use of “drop,” which is the negative space of material left from cutting shapes on a laser-cutting machine. According to Tina Castorano, who is designing the garden, “collaboration was the key” as she met with and Sandra Ulibarri from Kobolt Studios. “We had an overall look envisioned for the space,” Castorano said. “The artists ran with our thoughts and creatively brought an idea into three dimensions. The inspiration behind our sculptural pieces is to encourage the viewer to take a second look. What would typically be discarded material has been artfully arranged into impactful design elements in our garden.” Kobolt uses “classic techniques alongside high-tech machines to create art and environments worldwide” said Jerry Ulibarri. “Our process starts with brainstorming and design. We sketch out a rough idea. Then our designers can create a (two-dimensional) model from which our artists will reference through the entire build. We’d like people to see this piece as art rather than waste and to realize that sometimes what you might throw away can be repurposed into something that’s enjoyable to look at.”

Columbus Makes Art at the Home and Garden Show By Jami Goldstein Greater columbus arts council

Arts Fest Pop Up Marketplace In partnership with the Greater Columbus Arts Council and the Columbus Arts Festival, the Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show will present the second Arts Fest Pop Up this year. Columbus-based artists will showcase their work in a variety of mediums, at reasonable prices for both your home and yourself. Come shop for metal sculptures, ceramics, comics, paintings and handmade prints. Watch live demos in illustration, watercolor and oil painting. Whether you’re searching for a unique statement for your home or just curious about the

artists’ processes, the Arts Fest Pop Up will satisfy your creative craving. The Arts Fest Pop Up will set the stage for the 2019 Columbus Arts Festival (Arts Fest), to be held on June 7, 8 & 9 along Columbus’ beautiful downtown Riverfront. The Riverfront will again be transformed into a stunning outdoor art gallery as the nation’s top artists display their work and attract art enthusiasts from all over the country. In addition to hosting up to 275 nationally acclaimed artists, the 2019 Arts Festival will feature fantastic gourmet fare from some of the city’s finest restaurants, live performances on five stages, hands-on art activities and more—there will truly be something for everyone. Learn more about the Columbus Arts Festival at GCAC’s Arts Fest Pop Up booth at the Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show. To find more Columbus artists and cultural events visit ColumbusMakesArt.com, and visit columbusartsfestival.org for informa-

tion about the upcoming Arts Festival this June. Hands On Art Activities Monday, Feb. 18. Hey kids, bring mom and dad for art fun, plus see original author of Pete the Cat, Eric Litwin and the Shazzbots! • Art Garden Studio: Lady on a Leaf: craft your own garden buddy • COSI Science Festival: Star Gazing Sewing Activity: learn about the constellations • Musicologie Performance Garden – (Reipenhoff): Musicologie Play! Music Experience Table is an interactive booth where kids can try instruments, inlcuding musical bells, string instruments, and synthesizers, which are combined with games and easy-to-play songs. • Ohio Craft Museum/Ohio Designer Craftsmen: “Where I Live” Project: decorate a flat wooden house with images of what home means to you.

Pop Up Arts Fest Sunday, Feb. 17 Meet the Artists

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Brown enjoys many forms of art but printmaking is one of her areas of focus. She studied printmaking at the Columbus Cultural Arts Center, where she now teaches printmaking classes using nontoxic methods and materials. Brown draws on inspiration from familiar and far-away places to create prints. twoartists.biz

Kevin Buckland — demo

Recognized for his beautiful detailed paintings, Buckland works exclusively in watercolor and is noted for his mastery of the medium. Not limiting himself with any particular subject, he is open to any possibilities that watercolor provides. kevinbucklandart.com

Tiffany Christopher

Christopher is a native of Columbus whose 2D work focuses on her adventures in travel. Her works prominently display themes and landscapes of Southwestern and Latin American cultures. Vibrancy of colors bring a unique and one of a kind perspective to her works. facebook.com/MemoireArts

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The Greater Columbus Arts Council, Columbus Arts Festival and Columbus Makes Art have partnered with the 2019 Dispatch Home & Garden show to bring you a unique art-filled home and garden experience and special discounts. Several of the Columbus Make Art featured artists have collaborated with local landscape designers on unique interpretations of garden design. In addition art filled activities will be happening throughout the show. Saturday: Ohio Plein Air Society painters will be painting the gardens throughout the day. Ohio Mulch (Celeste) Building Sunday: Arts Fest Pop-Up Day where 12 central Ohio artists will be selling their art, 11 am. to 6 p.m. and art demos will take place throughout the day. Rosati Windows (Bricker) Building

Monday: Presidents Day is the perfect day for kids and families to explore the show. Four local arts groups will be offering hands-on art activities 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. A special Buy One, Get One discount is available Feb. 18, 20-22 by going to ColumbusMakesArt.com/Dispatch

Mah Leah Cochran

A native of Columbus, Cochran’s works feature themes involving nature and the human condition. Her art is characterized by its broad diversity of subject, symbolism, color, texture, and form. saatchiart.com/mahleah Continued on Page 19

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Designing homes with four-legged friends in mind

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By Kevin Corvo Dispatch Media Group For some people pets are like children and like any good parent they want a pet-friendly home. Pet-lovers can get a leg up on making a petfriendly home at the 2019 Columbus Dispatch Spring Home and Garden Show this Saturday through Feb. 24 at the Ohio Expo Center. PetPeople is the sponsor of the home feature at this year’s Spring Show and will showcase a petfriendly home. “There are many things you can do to make a home pet-friendly and you can find out about many of these at the show,” said Terri Montigny, manager of community relations and marketing for Worthington-based PetPeople, with 58 stores in six states. The 12-by-28-foot pet-friendly home will illustrate what accoutrements that can be built into living rooms that are both safe and convenient for pets and their owners. Constructed by Beachy Barns, its interior includes a dog-washing station, a cat-climbing wall and space-conserving furniture. “The living room is set up to give homeowners a few ideas,” said Bryan Hamilton, owner of Hamilton Contractors, the company that is furnishing the

pet-friendly home. The living room includes a dog-washing station built into a laundry room, a custom-made gate to safely contain a puppy and a dog cage that doubles as a television stand. The latter is a space saver in which a family’s television can rest on a countertop built upon a dog cage, Hamilton said. “It’s an idea to allow a homeowner to gain back some space needed for animals and family-living.” “There are quite a few options for what you can do in your home,” Hamilton said. Another space-saving tip is food-and-water stations that can slide under countertops, freeing up floor space as well as allowing for cleaner floor surfaces, Montigny said. Creative Earthscapes is providing the landscaping that complements the pet-friendly home. In addition to viewing the pet-friendly home, patrons can learn about other steps to make the

remainder of the home, inside and outside, more pet friendly, Montigny said. One critical step is to make sure there are no plants in the household or backyard that are poisonous to pets and within their environment, Montigny said. While reaction to exposure might vary slightly, there are several plant varieties that are generally poisonous to dogs and cats, including azaleas, rhododendrons, tulips and crocuses, Montigny said. “Dogs are a little like children” and while the curiosity of dogs and cats and their penchant to gnaw or eat non-food items can vary, “it’s important to dog-proof inside and outside,” Montigny said. A suggestion for cats, of which it can be said are generally more curious that dogs, is building a screened area in a backyard where cats can experience exploring outside yet in a controlled environment, Montigny said. “It’s healthier for cats,” and provides an outdoor experience without them being exposed to potential outdoor threats such as encounters with other animals, Montigny said. Patrons can also get advice on diets for their pets and learn about other pet-friendly steps not as widely known.

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Kimberly Erb — demo

As an impressionist oil painter, Erb is inspired by the masters such as Monet and Mary Cassatt. She begins all her paintings from several photos taken on location, then returns to the studio to translate the subject to canvas using both brush and palette knife. kimberlyerb.com/cgi-bin/site.cgi

Sean Forney — demo

Brittni Hall

From an early age growing up in Columbus, Hall gravitated toward art classes as a form of self and creative expression. She is intrigued by the combination of colors along with simple shapes which can be seen in her oil paintings. Some of her work explores the use of materials such as wood and epoxy to finish the piece. hallartdesigns.com

Sarah DeAngulo Hout — demo

Hout is a Columbusbased artist and Ohio native who has been decorating the walls of our city with murals and other random commissions since 2004. sarahthehout.com.

Megs LeVesseur

Inspired by intricate line work and soft color, she handcrafts whimsical one-of-akind ceramic pieces from her studio in Columbus. For the past few years Megs has been producing and developing the Seaside and Sunsets Collection which uses traditional hand-building techniques, Terra Sigillata, and multiple glaze layers. megslevesseur.com

Adlai Stein

Stein has been blacksmithing for 30 years. His business, Macabee Metals, features forged work that includes everything from home decor to cutlery and art using traditional techniques. Stein competed on History Chanel’s Forged in Fire. macabeemetals.com

Juliet Thibault

Working in primarily oils and watercolors,Thibault uses the mediums to push her aspect of painting through the fascination that comes from the intricacies of wood. From each wooden panel she draws inspiration from the natural forms. Showing energy from the landscapes, her artwork sways and creates storylines—creating landscapes that help people view the world differently. rootedpigment.com

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Sean Forney is a central Ohio comic book artist and illustrator with over 16 years of experience working for companies like Marvel, LEGO, and Lucasfilm along with being a fine artist. seanforney.com

Thom Glick —demo

Glick is a Columbus-based artist. Inspired by folklore and pop culture, he specializes in whimsical, character-driven paintings and illustrations. His work has been featured in magazines, on apparel, as murals, in galleries, and in private collections. Glick is a member of the artist studio Blockfort. thomglick.com

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10 Foot Chargers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1109 1st Choice Glass Block & Masonry. . . . . . 251, 253 9 Trees Landscape Construction. . . . . . . . . . . 124 9 Trees Landscape Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . 8 A Private Oasis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S1000 A-1 Concrete Leveling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 Able Roofing, Windows, Siding, Masonry . . 2601 Absolute Hearing Solutions LLC . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Abundant You Chiropractic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Ace Fence & Deck LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 417 ADT Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446 Advanced Technical Aquatic Control /ATAC LLC Pond Management. . . . . . . . . 2008 AEP Ohio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 944, 946, 948, 950 Affordable Custom Flooring. . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Agean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S400, S500 AgPro/John Deere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1808 AgPro Power Division. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401 AIO Roofing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Aire-Flo Heating Cooling & Generators. . . 1028 Allstate Exteriors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1904 Alpine Structures LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1802, 1804 American Concrete Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . 301, 303 AmeriCoat Asphalt & Concrete . . . . . . . . 351, 353 Annie’s Pooch Pops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1144 Apco Industries . . . . . . . 840, 906, 907, 908, 909, 910, 911, 941 Aqua Doc Lake & Pond Management. . . . . . 2712 Aqua Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331, 333 Archadeck of Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . 2704, 2706 Arrow Roofing and Siding. . . . . . . . . . . 1024, 1026 AT&T. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 504 Atkin Construction Corp. IntegraSpec ICF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1035 Autmow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131, 133 Backyard Retreats Patios and Ponds . . 2711, 2713 Beachy Barns, Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2801 Best Service Heating & Cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . 953 Better Business Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Better Garden Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1911, 1913 Bird Feeder Fillers, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1811 Black’s Furniture Restoration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 530 Blazek Hutchinson Builders, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Borgil Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 901 Buck & Sons Landscape Service . . . . . . . . . . 2603 Buckeye Blends Gourmet Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil. . . . . . . . . . . 1921 Buckeye Custom Cabinets and Closets . 316, 318 Buckeye Hardwood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 614,616 Buck-Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 826, 830 Cabinetpak Kitchens of Columbus, Inc. dba Cabinetworks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750, 752 Cai Cabinetry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Club Cambria.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Capital Canine Dog Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1005 Capital City Awning Co.. . . . . . . . . 540, 542, 544 Capitol Cadillac. . . . . . . . . . . cadillacofdublin.com Carlyle Curb Appeal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 929 Carolines Collectibles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1104 Centier Specialties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 507, 509 CertaPro Painters of Central Ohio. . . . . . . . . . 832

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Search exhibitors on your phone at DMGshows.com/HGvendors. Chadwicks Naturals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1111 Champion Window Co. of Columbus, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 1014, 1016, 1018, 1115, 1117, 1119, 2002 Circa Plants. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2621, 2623, 2720, 2722 City of Columbus – Department of Building & Zoning Services. . . . . . . . . . . . 853 Classic Limo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . classiclimos.net Clear Choice Home Improvements. . . . 342, 344 Closets by Design. 100, 102, 104, 201, 203, 205 Club Cambria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Color Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1819 Columbus Door Sales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 643, 645 Columbus Garage Floor Coating. . . . . . . 241, 243 Columbus Hardscapes,LLC. . . . . . . . . . 1901, 1903 Columbus Turf Nursery Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1813 Corps 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 717 Costco Wholesale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 646 Created Hardwood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 515, 517, 519 Creative Earthscapes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400, 402 Culligan Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1049 Custom Air Conditioning and Heating Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453 Custom Concrete Coatings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1048 Cutco Cutlery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441 Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330, 332, 334 Daves Amish Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1806A Davidson Builders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410 Deb’s Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1151, 1153 DeCenzo Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 458 Deck Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2010, 2012 Design Directive Residential Design. . . . . . . . 403 Distinctive Marble & Granite. . . . . . . . . . 346, 348 d’marie, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2822 Donny Do Go’s Gourmet Dips & Such. . . . . . . . . . Dream Baths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 533 Dutch Craft Furniture – Berlin, OH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 914, 916, 918, 1015, 1017, 1019 Easy Living Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140, 142 Edwin Joy Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130 Elite Fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305, 307 Elite Home Remodeling. 1040, 1042, 1044, 1046 Elite Mobility Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 915, 917 Enovative Technologies, LLC...506 Everdry Waterproofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2605 Everdry Waterproofing. . . 106, 108, 110, 207, 209, 211 ExperiGreen Lawn Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 751 Feazel Roofing Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D Fiberon Decking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2707 Fire & Ice Heating & A/C. . . . . . . . 148, 150, 152 Five Seasons Landscape Management. . . . . . . 9

Foreground Studio LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 Four Seasons Sunroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 644 G/S Marble & Granite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 842, 844 Garage Floor Coating of Columbus. . . . 435, 437 Garvin Metal Roofs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 928 Girl Scouts Of Ohio’s Heartland. . . . . . . . . . . . 851 Glass Guru of Central Ohio, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . 442 Gotcha Covered. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Granite Transformations. . . . . . . . . 605, 607, 609 Great Roofing and Restoration. . . . . . . . . . . . . 814 Green Home Ohio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 431, 433 Greiner Landscaping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2016, 2018 Gutter Helmet By Harry Helmet. . . . . . . . . . . . 415 Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio ReStore. . . . . 715 Half Price Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hpb.com Hamilton Contractors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Haydocy Airstrea & RV. . . haydocyairstream.com Heavenly Dips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1052 Hedge Landscape, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hegg Windows & Doors. . . . . 706, 708, 807, 809 HelloFresh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 815 Hinton Apiaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2717 Holdfast Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Home Depot Home Services - Bath . . . 245, 247 HomeVestors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 924 Hummingbird Feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1817 Ideal Floor Coatings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 647 Improveit! Home Remodeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 652 Infinity from Marvin - Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306,308,310,407,409,411 Innovate Building Solutions /Home ORG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 635, 637 Instant shine cleaners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1001 Invisible Fence of Columbus East . . . . . . . . . . 200 J.S. Brown & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414, 416, 418 Jones Fish Hatcheries & Dist., Inc.. . . . . . . . . . 548 Jose Madrid Salsa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2820 JSB Home Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Just Another Krazy Trend. . . . . . . . . . . 1006, 1107 Katie’s Premium Jerky & Snacks . . . . . . . . . . 1923 Kauffman Lawn Furniture . . . . . 2805, 2807, 2813 Keefer Contractors /All Decked Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300, 302, 304 Keims Country Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Kims Creative Solutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 734, 736 Kinetico Home Water Systems. . . . . . . . 835, 837 Kitchen Craft/Lustre Craft. . . . . . . . . . . . . 541, 543 Kitchen Fronts of Columbus, Inc. dba: Wall to Wall Remodeling. . . . . . 949, 951 Kitchen Kraft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 535, 537 Kitchen Saver. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1805, 240, 242, 244 Kitchen Tune-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 642 Konkus Marble and Granite. . . . . . . . . . . . 235, 237 KR Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 648 Laguna Breeze. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 834 Landscape Design Solutions, LLC. . . . 2617, 2619 Landscape Design Solutions, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . 7 LeafFilter North, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1902, 405 LeafGuard of Columbus-Dayton . . . . . . . . . . . 508 LEI Home Enhancements Columbus. . . . . . . . 650 Leisure Spa Backyard Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1159

2019 Home & Garden Show EXHIBITORS Parkfield Insulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Pat Scales Remodeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 737 Pathway Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Patio Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Peabody Landscape Group. . . . . . 448, 450, 452 Pella Window & Door Co .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 740, 742, 744, 841, 843, 845 Perma View/A & D Building Materials.. . . . . . 514, 516, 615, 617, B PetPeople. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130 Pickerington Heating and Cooling. . . . . . . . . . 1148 Pinnacle Spas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Prime Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 922 Principessa Teas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2719 ProEnergy Ohio LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804 Property Worx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2700, 2702 Queen City Med Mart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816 Rain One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rain1.com RainSoft of Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 710, 811 ReBath. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 649, 651, 653 Recreations Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559 Re-Deck of Central Ohio LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 Renewal by Andersen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 RetroFoam of Central Ohio Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . 611 Rhineland Cutlery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 836 Rhino Shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Riepenhoff Landscape, Ltd.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rite Rug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S200, S300 Rite Rug Flooring Blind Division. . . . . . 231, 233 Riverside Family Chiropractic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 RJS Home Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 550 Rosati Windows . . . . . . . . . 114, 116, 118, 120, 215, 217, 219, 221 R-Pro LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Rughs Remodeling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 824 Salus Saunas, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Sam the Concrete Man. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935 Scentsy Inc - Scentsy by Michele. . . . . . . . . . 1920 SCM Relaxation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 923, 925, 927 SCRAM! Wildlife Control – Ohio Wildlife Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1037 Seal Smart LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 714 Sears Home Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Secret Doorways, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 536 Securities Investments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 749 Securities Investments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1143 Seely’s Landscape Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ShadeTree Cool Living, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 800, 802 Shearer Patio & Landscape Services. . . . . . . . 5 ShelfGenie of Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . . 130, 132 Sherwin-Williams Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2607 Show Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Simes Landscape, Inc. . . 2703, 2705, 2802, 2804 Simple Bath And Simple Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . C Skintyme Skincare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1823 Sleep City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Sleep Doctor Mattress Stores. . . . . . . . . . . S100 Sleep Number . . 1032, 1034, 1036, 1133, 1135, 1137 Smart Coat Painting Company LLC. . . . . . . . . 252 Smithco Power Equipment . . . . . . . . . 2707, 2709, 2806, 2808, 2810, 2812

Softub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1027, 1029 Sound & Vision Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 926 Specialized Pipe Technologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . 534 Spectrum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 822 Splash of Elegance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2816 StarTec Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 753 State Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408 Stay Dry Waterproofing, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 634 Stone Barn Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E Sub Rosa Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1141 Sugar Creek Candle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1105 SUMMER ACCENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 818, 919 Suncraft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 432, 434, 436 Sunlight Housepainting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 952 Sunspace of Ohio, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . 848, 850, 852 sweet thing gourmet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1916 Switch Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1918 Synlawn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130 Tangent Square. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1053 Tees Flooring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 934 Teeters Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 The Basement Doctor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640, 641 The Columbus Dispatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 522 The Crazy Cucumber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1917 The Creative Kitchen Company LLC. . . . . . . . 340 The Eco Plumbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111, 113 The Gutter Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349 The Metal Roof Company . . . . . . . . . . . . 847, 849 The Patio Room Factory, Inc.. . . . . . . . . 443, 445 The Sensational Life (Young Living Essential Oils). . . . . . . . . . . . . 1127 The Sheet People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1008, 1010 The Terra Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2022 The Window Man of Ohio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1108 TK Constructors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1123 TNT Powerwash, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 552 Traeger Pellet Grills LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 806, 808 Troyer Transformations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 936 Tupperware/Champion Enterprises. . . . . 741, 743 Ultimate Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1050 Uncommon U.S.A. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 449, 451 Unique Magnetic Jewelry. . . . . . . . . . . . 2721, 2723 Universal Windows Direct.500, 940 2708, S800 Urbn Timber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1118 USA Energy Consultants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 746, 748 Venture Out Resorts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Warwick’s Landscaping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 WaterFurnace International, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 549 Window Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1905, 716, 817, F Wingler Construction & Remodeling. . . . . . . . . . A Wisewell Health LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . 501, 503, 505 Wood Landscape Services, Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 WoodMasters of Greater Columbus . . . . . . . . 747 Yoder’s Vinyl Fencing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 511 Zabitat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1023, 1025 Zee Zees Trading/Hanging Chairs. . . . . 1145, 1147 Zippy Shell Greater Columbus. . . . . . . . . . . . 440

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Lewis Designs Custom Cabinetry . . . . . . . . . . 406 Liberty Automotive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . libertychryslerjeepdodgeram.com Liberty Restoration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1022 Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting. . . . . . . . 1907, 1909 Lifestyle Marketplace Deep Sleep Sheets . . . 301 Lindsay-Wright Co.. . . . . . . 1910, 1912, 341, 343 Logan A/C & Heat Services, Inc.. . . . . . 134, 136 Lowe’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Luebbe Hearing Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 LuLaRoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2818 Luxstone Marble and Granite. . . . . . . . . . . . .745 Luxury Bath of Central Ohio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404 Luxury Pools and Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2020 Mahogany Imports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2716, 2718 Master’s Hand BBQ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1821 Mattress Firm, Inc.. . . . . . . . 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 610, 701, 703, 705, 707, 709, 711 Maysville Furniture Showcase. . . . . . . . . . . . S900 Midwest Accessibility Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 510 Midwest Lightscapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2006 Miller Cabinet Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . 419, 421 Miller Roofing & Exteriors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1009 Miller Storage Barns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S700 Miracle Method of Central Ohio . 230, 232, 234 Moo Moo Car Wash. . . . . . moomoocarwash.com Mr Handyman of West Columbus . . . . . . . . . . 947 MV’s Primitive by Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1129 My Gorilla Garage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 551 My Pillow, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900, 902 My Soaps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1922 Myers Garage Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1047 National Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 933 Naturally Farmed Foods Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937 Nature View Exteriors LLC,. . . . . . . . . 1033, 932 NexGreen, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1051 Nhance of Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 846 Nicholson Builders, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345, 347 Nom Nom Nom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1919 Norwex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1149 Nothing Bundt Cakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1103 Oakland Nursery, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Oakwood Cleaning Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 735 Oberfileds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130 Ohio Basement Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . 350, 352 Ohio Bath Solutions, LLC dba Bath Fitter. . . . . . . 1803, 208, 210, 309, 311 Ohio Home Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 553 Ohio Metal Roofing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319, 321 Ohio Mulch Supply, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ohio State University Extension. . . . . . . STAGE Ohio Utilities Protection Service . . . . . . . . . 2004 Organized Home Remodeling, LLC. . . . . . . . . 320 Outdoor Lighting Perspectives . . . . . . . . . . . 2613 Outdoor-FX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202, 204, 206 Owens Corning Basement Finishing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 545, 547 Paintball Tickets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1125 Pamer Family Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 444 Panel Town & Floors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1150 Paramount Air. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214, 216

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Garden author to spotlight well-loved Ohio plants

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By Steve Stephens Dispatch Media Group Well-loved Ohio plants will get the VIP treatment from gardening VIP Melinda Myers at the 63rd annual Dispatch Spring Home & Garden Show at the Ohio Expo Center. Myers, a popular garden writer and TV and radio host, will offer visitors an in-depth look at plants that Buckeye gardeners should and do adore during an appearance this Sunday. (She’ll give a second presentation, about gardening to attract pollinators, the same day.) “I’m so happy to be coming back to Columbus,” said Myers, who received her undergraduate degree in horticulture from Ohio State University and now lives in Wisconsin. “It’s always great for me to come back home.” Myers, 61, is the author of more than 20 gardening books including “The Midwest Gardener’s Handbook” and “The Ohio Lawn Guide” and is a member of the Garden Writers of America Hall of Fame. She is also the host of the nationally syndicated “Melinda’s Garden Moment” segments, which appear on radio and television across the country, including WOSU-TV (Channel 34). Myers is well-known by gardeners

throughout the country, said Mike Hogan, an extension educator and associate professor at Ohio State. “A lot of people have really good gardening expertise, but may not excel at connecting with people,” Hogan said. But Myers is a terrific communicator, he said, and noted that she is a popular speaker at some of the biggest and most prestigious garden and horticulture events in the county. Getting to hear and meet her is “an incredible opportunity for central Ohio gardeners,” Hogan said. Myers also writes a column for Birds & Blooms magazine, answering gardening questions from readers. “Melinda is the best,” said Kirsten Sweet, deputy editor of the magazine. The column “is one of the best-read departments in Birds & Bloom,” Sweet said. “Everybody gets to learn something from Melinda’s answers.”

program about celebrity gardeners, including entertainers George Takei, Phyllis Diller, Shirley Jones and Eddie Albert. Albert, who portrayed city-slicker and wannabe farmer Oliver Wendell Douglas on the TV comedy “Green Acres” (1965-71) was as passionate about plants as his sitcom counterpart, Myers recalled. The actor “actually grew 18-foothigh corn in Pasadena,” Myers said. “He was very proud of that.” Myers’ Home & Garden Show presentation on pollinators will examine the role of birds, bees and butterflies in the garden and what gardeners can do to attract them. “We all depend on those pollinators,” Myers said. “As gardeners we’re in tune with role they play and we’re always looking for even more opportunities to create great habitats.” Her presentation on well-loved plants will feature native Ohio species as well as easy maintenance plants that grow well in the Buckeye State. “Melinda is from Ohio and really understands Ohio gardening,” Hogan said. “This is an incredible opportunity for central Ohio gardeners” who come to see her.”

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And Myers, said Sweet, is also “very likeable and very relatable.” “I’ve seen her do several shows at the Wisconsin State Fair and afterward people literally line up to talk to her,” Sweet said. “And she takes the time to talk with every single person. She genuinely cares and genuinely wants to help people with their lawns and gardens.” For Myers, connecting with people is a cherished opportunity. “One of the things I love about traveling is speaking to gardeners around the country,” Myers said. “I love science and its application to gardening but I love people, too,” she said. “I was lucky to combine all my passions into something I enjoy.” After her presentations Myers always looks forward to meeting gardeners who have questions, she said. “Even if I’ve answered a question 100 times, it’s the first time that person has asked that question. And I always walk away with some new bit of information, myself.” Although gardening is about plants, it’s also about the gardeners who plant those plants, Myers said. “Your garden should be fun and reflect your personality,” she said, a lesson she shared while filming “Yardworks,” a nationally syndicated TV

For those trying to take their garden to the next level, Ohio State University’s Master Gardeners will be ready to help at the 2019 Spring Home & Garden Show. Mike Hogan, who leads the program for Ohio State, said the gardeners noticed a hole in the event’s past offerings, and have prepared accordingly this year. “None of the gardens had actual food,” he said. “So the Master Gardeners said, ‘Can we do something with food?’” That question led to a plan to put together an onstage vegetable garden set up so that guests can walk through and learn about growing food rather than flowers or other aesthetic plants. “The idea is to show people how they can grow

vegetables at home — some in small spaces and some in larger spaces,” Hogan said. While walking through the garden, guests will be able to ask Master Gardeners questions. The masters will be walking around ready to answer any questions, and will give demonstrations and specific answers on “a bunch of different types of plantings.” The hands-on approach is a bit of a new one, and Hogan said he’s excited for it. “There will be no shortage of people to get help from at the show,” he said. “So we’ve sort of flipped the show from being somewhat static to really being interactive.” The Master Gardeners are ready to answer plenty of other questions as well. The popular Master Gardener booth will return this year, and will be ready to answer virtually anything “from roses to compost piles to grass and edible gardens,” according to Hogan.

At the booth, Master Gardeners can use their own experience to answer questions or use a laptop to look up ultra-specific questions that guests may have. Hogan said they can be as specific as searching the kind of bug gardeners have seen on their tomatoes. The booth is always a major draw, and Hogan said the masters enjoy it as well. “It’s just a really nice way for Master Gardeners to be able to interact with the public and do some education,” he said. “It’s really catered to whatever specific need and question the show-goers have.”

Show vendors share specialties with the masses Cabinentworks Kitchens

Primitive by Design Vincent Garrett launched Primitive by Design in August 2017. “We are a small, family owned business located in the beautiful rolling hills of Ohio’s Amish country, and we enjoy sharing our passion for contemporary, rustic and primitive decor for the home or

business,” Garrett said. “From farm fresh to site-specific precision designs, we provide custom and unique signage, art, furniture and signature showpieces.” Primitive by Design utilizes local reclaimed wood and USA steel for its creations. “We are veteran owned/operated and 100-percent handcrafted proudly in the USA,” he said. Garret said he started the business to provide an avenue to “feed our passion for creating and a way for us to work and spend time with family.” This will be Primitive by Design’s second year participating in the Home & Garden Show. “The show has provided us an amazing following and exposure to a diverse customer base. It also allows immediate feedback from attendees, which serve as our main barometer for designs and decision making,” Garrett said.

Urbn Timber Urbn Timber was founded in 2016 with the mission of “cultivating neighborhood collaboration and leverage strategic local partnerships; to sustainably salvage and up-cycle urban trees,” said Treg Sherman, one of the founding partners. “Our focus is to support local makers, uplift businesses and inspire individuals to create value through our city’s natural resources, he said. Urbn Timber harvests local Columbus trees and passionately transforms them into live-edge woods slabs for live-edge and solid hardwood furniture. “The truly special part about our business is the opportunity to re-purpose a tree’s life that grew in

Columbus, and to share that experience with individuals in our community through building them furniture to last a lifetime,” Sherman said. “Urbn Timber was started to transform a natural resource being left for waste into usable material available to the community from which it grew,” he added. “The best part about owning and operating Urbn Timber is turning our clients’ one-of-a-kind visions into realities. Being able to use a local, natural resource to provide fine furniture for our community is very rewarding.” This will be Urbn Timber’s first year participating in the Home & Garden Show and “we can’t wait to meet some amazing people and share our story with the community,” he said. urbntimber.com

Circa Plants Brandon and Alyssa Burns, owners of Circa Plants, started growing, collecting, and packaging seeds in 1999 with a focus on heirloom, open-pollinated varieties from Ohio. “The best part about running the business is being able to be a part of helping gardeners successfully grow plants from seed. The personal contact at the Home and Garden Show gives us a great opportunity to answer questions and help gardeners find seeds that will work for them,” Alyssa Burns said. The company specializes in hard-to-find varieties. “Customers often are able to find flowers or vegetables that they’ve been trying to find for years. We have also had the privilege of being given seeds for family heirlooms that we are then able to grow and put into production,” Burns said. Circa Plant’s seeds are available on their company website and at shows like the Home and Garden Show. They will have more than 250 varieties at the show this year. “We have participated in the show since 2010 and it is an amazing event,” Burns said. “We look forward to it every year and it is a great kick-off for our spring season.” circaplants.com

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Cabinetworks Kitchens, which specializes in cabinet refacing, is proudly celebrating its 50th year in business and its 50th year participating in the Columbus Dispatch Home & Garden Show. Linda Owens, who took over ownership of the company that Joe Call started in 1969 under the same name, is now operating the company with her husband, son and daughter-inlaw. “Since we are a family owned business, the best part is we get to work with our family and our ‘work’ family, and they will be here to continue our business long into the future,” Owens said. Although the process has evolved over the years, cabinet resurfacing and refacing has been around for decades, Owens said. “Even though some companies in this business regard this as a revolutionary product, it is anything but,” Owens said. “The refacing process was invented in 1969 in Chicago as a way to update Youngstown steel cabinets. We have evolved over the years to keep current with trends,” she said. Cabinetworks offers solid wood refacing doors as well as thermofoil cabinets. “We have also added all new cabinets and countertops to our offerings because sometimes, based on a customer’s requests, new cabinets are a better fit for their kitchen as well as their budget.” Cabinetworks has been attending the Central Ohio Home and Garden show for all the years it has been in business, and always in the same spot, Owens said. “It is a pleasure to meet past and future customers at the show, to answer questions they might have, and to show the public what is new and hot in the market for this year,” she said. cabinetworkskitchens.com

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2019 Home & Garden Show EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

Search exhibitors on your phone at DMGshows.com/HGvendors.

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9 Trees Landscape Construction 124

We offer 5 percent off up to $500 or a Free Standard Fire Pit when Patio Projects exceed $10,000 Value.

ADT Security 446

-Buy One Get One Free Smoke/Heat Sensor Bogo on 1 for a max of 1 free.

Autmow 131,133

• Offer 1: 20 percent off battery trimmers, blowers and chainsaws • Offer 2: Double your savings on select Robotic Lawn Mowers by booking a free demo from the show. If you decide to purchase after the demo and let us install before March 15th, we’ll match a mail-in-rebate for a total savings of up to $600. There will also be a raffle for a free professional installation, for a total savings of up to $1200.

Black’s Furniture Restoration 530

$100 off training program when you sign up for a free consultation at the show.

Color Street 1819

Buy any 3 nail strips and pick out a 4th for free. All French styles are BOGO.

Donny Do Go’s Gourmet Dips & Such 1101

Free 6” Gutters with the purchase of a new metal roof.

Distinctive Marble & Granite 346, 348

15 percent off repair services when signing up for an estimate at our booth Some restrictions apply. Visit our booth for further details.

Kitchen Kraft 535, 537

Gotcha Covered 220

Kitchen Tune-Up 642

Purchase 2 dips packets and receive 2 more packets free (any flavor).

Distinctive Marble and Granite is offering 10% off countertop material and a free undermount 50/50 sink! For smaller projects, take advantage of our remnant slabs at $35 square foot, $30 with kitchen purchase installed, some restrictions apply.

Dream Baths 533

Please stop by our booth to pick up a 10% coupon on your next restoration project.

Free heated floor with full bath remodel.

Cabinetpak Kitchens of Columbus, Inc. dba Cabinetworks 750,752

Free F100 Media Air Cleaner with Purchase of full system.

Come ask us questions and schedule your free in-home consulation.

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Capital Canine Dog Training 1005

Fire & Ice Heating & A/C 148,150,152

Garvin Metal Roofs 928

Glass Guru of Central Ohio, Inc. 442

Show discount of 10 percent off product orders and an extra 5 percent for appointments booked during the show.

Dave’s Amish Furniture 1806A

$30 off a 2’ Adirondack Glider or $30 off a HCB 2’ Glider at show only.

JSB Home Solutions 324

Everyone who signs up for an appointment at the Spring Home and Garden Show gets Free Installation on their project!

Katie’s Premium Jerky & Snacks 1923 Katie’s is offering a deal on jerky. Three bags of jerky for $20 (normally $8 each) or 10 bags for $50.

Stone Countertop Upgrade with Full Kitchen Remodel

1 FREE roll-out tray with any Tune-Up project OR 2 FREE roll-out trays with any refacing, redooring, or new cabinets project

Laguna Breeze 834

Mega specials in the booth only, family pack specials up to 50 percent off.

Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting 1907,1909

Get 15 percent off a new landscape lighting system purchase and installation. We service all landscape lighting

2019 Home & Garden Show EXCLUSIVE OFFERS manufacturer systems. Visit lighthouselights.com/location/Columbus/ to request special service pricing.

Luxstone Marble and Granite 745

Get an undermount stainless steel free sink with purchase of kitchen Countertops.

Luxury Bath of Central Ohio 404

Maysville Furniture Showcase S900

Custom Amish Made Hardwood Furniture. Display Models At Show 10% Off All Orders Placed at Show 5% Off

Midwest Accessibility Products 510

$200 off on Stairlifts or $500 off on Vertical and Incline Platform Lifts/Wheelchair Lifts

My Soaps 1922

$1 off each bar if you purchase 4 or more bars.

ShelfGenie of Columbus 130, 132

Tupperware 741, 745

Pickerington Heating and Cooling 1148

Simple Bath and Simple Kitchen C

Urbn Timber 1118

Schedule your in-home appointment while at the show and receive an additional 10 percent off Pella’s current promotional pricing.

• $29 furnace tune-ups • $399 installed humidifers • $1899 installed furnace • $3999 full system installed/oldest furnace contest with furnace replacement for winner • Free Service Maintenance Agreements Raffle/Free Tune-Up Raffle/Free Installed Furnace Raffle/Free Installed Humidifier Raffle/Gift Card Raffle.

Property Worx, LLC 2700, 2702

Lifetime warranty for as long as you own it on all design/build projects.* *Consultation sign ups during the Home & Garden Show only, contract work with PWX & continue with yearly maintenance services.

Queen City Med Mart 816

$100 Med Mart Gift Card with purchase of a stair lift. $250 Med Mart Gift Card with purchase of a walk-in tub or roll-in shower. Redeemed online.

Free 3 visit play pass. This pass allows 3 visits to our indoor playground located in Powell.

Ohio Mulch 1

Rite Rug S200, S300

Come by our booth and save 20 percent on Ohio Mulch gift cards, only at the show.

Save up to $300.* Offer during show period only. See sales associate for details.

Pat Scales Remodeling 737

SCM Relaxation 923, 925, 927

Chance to win a $100 gift card to Lowe’s by guessing the number of screws in the glass jar.

Pick up coupons for special discounts on bathroom remodeling made simple, done right. Whether you are simply looking for a new shower or tub, or a whole new bathroom, we can help!

Summer Accents 818, 919

$500 off website price plus free shipping. A $689.00 Savings.

The Window Man of Ohio 1108

Free Low E Argon gas double pane insulated glass on purchase of 12+ new vinyl replacement windows. Ends 4.30.2019

TNT Powerwash, Inc. 552

If you book at the show, you receive $50 off your residential power washing services.

Up to 40 percent off Space Saving Storage Containers for your kitchen! Save space, waste and money for your pantry, fridge and freezer.

Customers visiting Urbn Timber at the Spring Home and Garden Show will receive a 10% discount voucher for showroom and custom built furniture. Offer valid through 7/31/2019.

Zippy Shell Greater Columbus Moving & Storage 440 Mention that you saw us at the Home and Garden Show, and receive 2 hours of loading labor for your move or storage ($210 value). Offer valid through 7/31/19.

Recreations Outlet 559

Nature View Exteriors LLC, 1033, 932 10 percent off on labor

Free Installation when you buy 5 or more Glide out shelves. Only one (1) offer per household valid on Classic or Designer series only.

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Luxury Bath has been remodeling bathrooms in Central Ohio for 25 years and is the exclusive supplier of Prem. acrylic with added Microban antimicrobial protection. We are pleased to extend the show special of $300 discount or 12 months SAC financing on a full bath system. Please stop by our booth to schedule a free in home visit.

Pella Window & Door Co. 740, 742, 744, 841, 843, 845

Military, first responder and senior (over 55) discounts.

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Does your garden have what it takes?

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The Columbus Dispatch is looking for a new batch of green-thumbed central Ohio residents for its secondyear gardening event. The Backyard Garden Awards launched in 2018 as a way to put the spotlight on local gardeners. In the event’s first year, winners took home awards for community gardens, container gardens, landscapes, native plant gardens, perennial gardens and vegetable gardens, along with a grand prize and people’s choice winners.

Ohio State University Master Gardeners judged the submitted photos of gardens and landscapes for the con-

test. Mike Hogan, associate professor at Ohio State who heads up the Master Gardeners program, said judges were “blown away” by the number and quality of entries they received. “It became obvious that there are a lot of gardeners in central Ohio who place a value on not just the beauty and aesthetics of gardens and green space, but on the valuable ecosystem benefits which gardens provide,” Hogan said. “We expect that many more gardeners will participate by entering their garden spaces in the awards program during this coming gardening season.” Becky Kover, editor of the At Home section of the Dispatch, helped review the entries, and said she was “overwhelmed” by the response. “The quality of the gardens was impressive,” she said. “It’s obvious that central Ohioans are proud of their hard work, and they should be.” The event is sponsored by Oakland Nurseries, and Vice President Mark Reiner said the company feels it’s “important to support the people who support us and the people who like to get outside and work in the dirt.” “We find it exciting to support people who take pride in their gardens and their landscapes and their outdoor space,” he said. “Those are our people, so we want to be well-repre-

sented in that space.” Jill Ladrick, with the help of her husband Ray, won the coveted grand prize at the 2018 Backyard Garden Awards for her impressive perennial garden in Pickerington. She said she never anticipated winning, but knew her garden could impress. “Knowing that there were hundreds of entries I thought, ‘I’m just going to throw my chances out there in the wind and see what happens,’” she said. “I was shocked.” Paula Penn-Nabrit thought the same when she submitted her community garden for the contest at the behest of her mother. At Columbus’ Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Penn-Nabrit put together a 4,000-square-foot organic and self-staining garden with the help of her congregation. She submitted some photos for the contest, but never anticipated winning. She said she was “absolutely floored” when she heard the news. “I did not think there was any possibility whatsoever that it would be selected,” she said with a laugh. The win felt like a “community

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SPONSOR FEATURE

Local window company proud of home-grown roots

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Mike Rosati expresses a sense of humility and pride when discussing his windows. The founder and CEO of Rosati Windows is confident that when people shop around, many ultimately will choose his products. “A lot of it has to do with quality,” Rosati said. His company, which includes a manufacturing facility, is located in a nearly 60,000-square-foot building at 4200 Roberts Road. “It allows us to put a lot more into the window,” Rosati said. “We compete in the marketplace at or below market prices.” Rosati Windows has a sales force, service department and installers, all designed to make the experience enjoyable and less stressful, Rosati said. The company offers free estimates and does no door-to-door sales or telemarketing.

He even encourages people to comparison shop at other stores and on the internet. “We’re not the old blue-suede shoe guys,” he said. “We don’t do high-pressure sales. It’s not allowed in my company. We don’t write prices on the back of a business card.” While other companies throw around random figures in energy savings with new windows, Rosati considers himself more conservative. There are a variety of factors to consider, such as the health of the furnace, insulation and how many kids are running in and out the house, he said. “There’s no question there is payback,” he said. “There is no question it

will save you money.” Founded almost 20 years ago, the company manufactures dozens of styles, including bay windows, circle tops, casements and sliders. “If there’s a window out there it’s likely we make it,” said Rosati, a Columbus native and former butcher who’s been in the window business for 35 years. Rosati said he realizes new windows are a major purchase but they factor into the overall price of the property. “It’s an investment in the home,” he said. “We have found that in the real-estate market, people are looking at windows. We are seeing MLS (multiple listing service) listings with Rosati Windows on them. And that’s pretty cool.” For those seeking new windows, Rosati offers a few tips. “We want to make sure on vinyl windows the corners are welded, not screwed together,” he said. “We insist on metal reinforcements. You want to do your homework.”

Many customers these days are leaning toward colorful frames, and Rosati Windows is more than happy to oblige. They can choose from more than 200 colors on file or bring a swatch in of their preferred hue, Rosati said. “It used to be white and beige and that was it,” he said. “If it wasn’t white or beige, we couldn’t help you.” For wood-staining, Rosati has more than 25 different shades that are done at the factory, eliminating the smell and intrusion into a customer’s house, he said. Rosati said there have been many advances made in windows, such as triple-paned glass filled with krypton gas for efficiency. There are even soundproof windows with laminated glass to tamp down exterior noise. “It’s not going to cut it all out but it will diminish the sounds,” he said. “It’s amazing,” he added. “Windows sound boring as heck but it’s amazing.

Continued from Page 26 ing to be seen as something more than a dilettante thing,” she said. “I think people think of gardening as, ‘let me go out here and cut some roses and zinnias and do these beautiful floral arrangements for my dining room table.’ And that is gardening, but that’s not everything. “Given the issues about food security today…the reality is that there are a lot of people for whom food and food security is a real thing.” Information will be available in Oakland Nurseries stores during the planting season in April and May. Those interested in entering the contest can sign up for more information beginning at the 2019 Dispatch Spring Home and Garden Show this Saturday through Feb. 24 and online at DispatchHomeAndGardenShow. com. When submitting photos, Ladrick suggested taking the time to take quality shots. “It’s tough to take photographs that make a landscape come alive,” she said. “You really have to

have the right angles and the right lighting in order to make that photograph pop.” But even for amateurs, Reiner said all entries are welcome. “We hope people aren’t intimidated by the process,” he said. “Even if they aren’t sure if they’re going to win and they’re not a professional, they’re still encouraged to participate.”

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Flooring company prides itself on customer service By gary seman Dispatch Media Group

advancements are getting closer and closer together,” Noel said. “Stain resistance is very important.” He said the cleaning products themselves are better and the carpet won’t let the stain sink into the fabric. “One of the biggest areas of growth is luxury vinyl, with patterns, prices and colors to fit almost any floorplan.” Noel said. “It gives them choices and a lot of price points – and it’s beautiful stuff,” he said. “It’s waterproof which makes it really durable for families,” he said. “Once installed there’s no downtime,” meaning it doesn’t have to set for any amount of time. “It gives you a lot of bang for the buck and it looks great.”

er, an important consideration, as flooring is the highest to second-highest cost homeowners spend on their homes, Noel said. There are now 28 retail stores – 12 in central Ohio – in 11 states. In addition, the company has 60 mobile vans with dozens of flooring samples. The second-and-third-generation family members, CEO Michael Goldberg, and his son, COO Mickey Goldberg, now head up the company. In the near future, RiteRug Flooring will be branching out into granite and quartz countertops, cabinetry and lighting — to create convenience for customers who don’t want to go through several different vendors during a remodel. “We want to create the experience of RiteRug Home,” Noel said. “We have a motto: We offer the best values in the flooring business every day — period.”

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Locally based RiteRug Flooring is there to help steer homeowners through the maze of products, textures and colors that can seem a little overwhelming at times. “Flooring Consultants are at the ready to help customers create an entire look based on durability, family needs and price,” said Larry Noel, president of retail sales for the company. “We want them to feel comfortable. Sometimes they’ll need to come in two or three times. That’s OK,” Noel said. Noel said carpet, which represents more than half of RiteRug’s market, is becoming more and more familyfriendly. Polyester is matching the technology of nylon, especially in the area of stain resistance. “Nylons will always wear better but

It’s also quiet, as most styles of vinyl have some kind of padding underneath, as adults, kids and animals stomp across it, he said. Other customers prefer the elegant look of wood, which never goes out of style, Noel said. “Wood is continuing to change, with different looks, styles and species,” he said. “People still love hardwood floors but they’re confused about what they’re buying. “What we do with people is we educate them,” he said. Although not widely advertised, RiteRug Flooring makes custom area rugs at its Whitehall location, Noel said. RiteRug was founded 84 years ago by brothers Duke and Stanley Goldberg and is now the largest independent flooring business in the U.S., Noel said. RiteRug has one of the largest inventories in the country, which leads to direct savings for the consum-

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The awesome power of Simple

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According to Leonardo da Vinci, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Steve Jobs later adopted the concept as a design philosophy for Apple computers. Bill McMaster To the team at Simple Bath, simplicity is the consistent and dedicated focus on designing and refining processes that allow them to deliver on their unique promises and ultimately results in happy customers. A focus on simple, not in terms of the end product, but in the experience for the homeowner. Having completed more than 4,000 bathrooms over the past 10 years, the Simple Bath team has a thorough understanding of what it takes to make a customer happy. The company’s success is grounded in consistently delivering on a few key promises: • They say exactly what they will do and then do exactly that. Uncertainty creates stress, and stressed customers are not happy customers. Simple Bath alleviates many of the stresses that are unfortunately so common with remodeling projects by providing an expert design consultant to guide customers through the process; offering a showroom with a wide variety of options they can touch and feel to help them visualize their new space; developing a production schedule that shows them exactly when their project will begin and end; and guaranteeing once the contract is signed that price is what they will pay. • They treat each customer as they would treat a friend and their home as their own. Simple Bath doesn’t use subcontractors. The install team that shows up at a customer’s home on day one of the project, is the same team that arrives each day and finishes the job. Teams clean-up each day, throughout the day, leaving customers’ homes as clean as possible throughout the process. Regular and open communication with the design consultant

throughout the process helps to ensure everyone is on the same page. • They start and finish every project on time in remarkably less time than industry standard. Because they focus on the types of jobs that they are best at, they are able to complete projects very quickly. Typically one to three days. • They deliver a beautiful and functional bathroom that is custom designed and expertly tailored to each customer’s unique style and usage. “Most contractors do everything. By doing everything, you become a master of nothing,” said Bill McMaster, president of Simple Bath. “By saying no to some jobs, we are able to focus on those jobs that we are really good at and avoid the cost overruns and busted time lines that have become the norm in the traditional remodeling world.” Motivated by the power of this focus on simple and a desire to respond to the many bath customers who said, “I wish you did kitchens, too,” McMaster and his team set out to determine if the focus and processes that had led them to so much success in the bathroom remodeling industry could be applied to kitchen remodeling. “Could we actually complete a full kitchen remodel in a week and for a reasonable price?” he wondered. “After a lot of research, negotiation with long-term, trusted suppliers, and creative problem solving, we determined that we absolutely could.” While designing and installing a kitchen is completely different than a bathroom, they have perfected this process as well and they are now offering Simple Kitchen customers the same commitment to service, surety, quality and value that they have provided their bathroom customers for years. “Our bathroom customers work with bathroom design and installation experts,” said McMaster. “If you’re interested in a new kitchen, you will work with a different team that has expertise specifically in designing and installing kitchens.”

To speak to a bathroom design consultant or a kitchen design consultant about your unique project, stop by the Simple Bath and Simple Kitchen

booth (C-right by the Main Stage) at the Home and Garden Show. Story provided by Simple Bath.

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Ohio Mulch relies on customer feedback By Gary Seman Dispatch Media Group

being the manufacturer, we have more selection of mulches,” Frost said. “We have the ability to make it any color and adapt it to the color our customers want.” Hardwood mulches — cypress, cedar and pine, to name a few — are the most popular, he said. Also available are all-bark mulches, whose color lasts longer due to it being the bark of the tree, twice the duration as hardwood, Frost said. And the company is thinking green when it comes to products — and the environment, he said. Ohio Mulch, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year, provides fencing and other wooden accoutrements. All Ohio Mulch locations even accept yard waste. Ohio Mulch has a grand opening of its new Worthington store on 161 in

April of 2019. The company has continually diversified its offerings since Jim Weber II, President of Ohio Mulch, founded the first retail store in 1984 at 537 Reynoldsburg-New Albany Road. A multitude of stone products are available, including decorative stone and gravels, concrete, marble and travertine hardscapes. The job can be modest or large, from installing marble pavers to building an outdoor fireplace, Frost said. “What we do is a full array (of products), to make your home the Envy of the neighborhood,” he said. Each of the retail locations is designed to meet all our customer’s needs. The company sells numerous other supplies, such as sod, dirt, straw and grass seed — even gardening gloves, rakes and shovels. “We try to be a one-stop shop,” Frost said. “Stop in and see what all the excitement is about. Beautiful landscapes start with Ohio Mulch.”

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Ohio Mulch works hard to remainat the forefront of your mulching, gravel and hardscape needs, an official with the company said. Ron Frost, director of retail sales for the Columbus-based company, said consumer input leads to constant innovation, improved customer service, upgraded technology and userfriendly showroom displays. “For over 35 years we’ve listened to our customers and made the necessary changes to assure the purchase experience is more pleasurable,” Frost said. Aside from offering radiant curb appeal, mulch has an abundance of uses to help preserve the landscaping around the house and is actually useful to the soil and plants, he said. For example, it provides water retention for plants, protects the soil and its ingredients, efficiently composts plant material and insulates the roots of trees, plants or bulbs and

helps them bloom more vibrantly, he said. Ohio Mulch is the presenting sponsor of the Spring Home & Garden Show. The company, based on the south- east side of the city, will be offering exclusively at the show 20 percent off all gift cards and 10 percent off home deliveries, as long as the orders are placed by March 24 and delivered before April 5. They also are providing free cypress tomato stakes to guests, while supplies last. Naturally, the company is constantly streamlining its home-delivery services for both bagged and bulk mulch, Frost said. Ohio Mulch, whose top-level prod ucts are certified by national Mulch and Soil Council, is making sure all of its 18,000 home deliveries are on time and accurate, he said. The company’s two other manufacturing centers are in Cincinnati and Homerville, Ga. Ohio Mulch has 18 variations of mulch. “One thing you’ll find with us

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AT THE SHOW: taste award-winning recipes

Sample best-of show desserts, learn tips from Ohio State Fair food-award winners

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Patrons of the Columbus Dispatch Home and Garden Show, running Saturday through Feb. 24 at the Ohio Expo Center, can enjoy sampling bestof-show desserts from last year’s Ohio State Fair and tips on how to recreate the delectable desserts in their own kitchens. Several blue ribbon and best-ofshow winners from the Culinary Arts Competition at the 2018 Ohio State Fair will be at the spring Home & Garden Show to participate in the “Taste of Ohio State Fair Blue Ribbon Winners” event.

Participants will demonstrate how they created their award-winning dishes and bring samples, said Sandy Libertini, arts director for the Ohio State Fair. The participants include Janet Gill of Canton and Vicki Chisholm of Copley, both of northeastern Ohio. “I’ve been baking since I was about 12 years old,” said Gill, who will showcase her best-of-show spiced honey carrot cake. As an adult, Gill she said continued baking and cooking for her family but after becoming an empty-nester began turning a hobby into a challenge.

Gill began entering her culinary creations about 10 years ago at the Stark County Fair and credits the input of judges there will honing her skills. “I think I learned from the judges and with their feedback became an even better baker,” said Gill, who also competed in the Pillsbury Bake-Off in Las Vegas, Calif., in 2013. Gill has been competing in the culinary arts at the Ohio State Fair for about the past five years. The award-winning carrot cake was made specifically for last year’s contest, Gill said. “I found a recipe and tweaked it a

little to make my own,” Gill said. Chisholm won best-of-show last year for her Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake with Strawberry Sauce and grand champion for Italian Macaroons. Chisholm said she changed-up her traditional recipe by adding brown sugar, a requirement of the contest, and also sea salt and Ganache to “make her own concoction.” “I just enjoy being in the kitchen,” she said. Chisholm and Gill and other participants will bring samples of their award-winning creations for patrons to try, discuss how they created it and bring completed desserts that one lucky winner can take home.

Muralists capture Midwest scenes By Andrew King Dispatch Media Group In the midst of the plant life on hand at the 2019 Spring Home & Garden Show, a group of artists will provide a plant-based splash of art. Local artist Sarah DeAngulo Hout is curating a five-piece mural project for the show based on the theme of “Midwest Flora.” The five 4-by-8-foot murals will hang from the ceiling at the show. Guests can purchase these original works from the artists at the show. Hout said she wanted to keep the theme topical, but also allow it to be broad enough to get interesting perspectives and tweaks on the idea. With the five chosen murals, she said that’s exactly what she achieved. “The artists have created designs that are either based in Ohio or the Midwest area,” she said. “I have one artist that incorporated a farm – a typical Ohio scene – and then another artist who’s depicting a whole bunch of flowers and plants that are poisonous. So she’s coming at it from another angle.” In reviewing the potential works, Hout said she wanted works that would make show-goers say, “this is different,” and find murals that had a message to go

along with their visual appeal. “I was looking for an interesting concept and I was looking for someone who could talk about their art,” she said. “So not only an interesting concept, but a great description. I was looking for different styles to be represented. … It’s nice to give the public audience some variety stylistically and maybe even inspire them to try new things or pique their interest.” Hout has assembled a variety of artists, including a street artist who uses spray paint, a printmaker and a high schooler, among others. She said that variety was something she had hoped for from the beginning. “It’s going to be a very diverse selection, which I‘m very excited about,” she said. “I definitely was looking for that, so it was nice that I had those options.” Hout said surrounding art with plants is a natural fit for her, and a topic that was easy for her to get enthusiastic about. She said she hopes the murals fit the show well. “I love gardening; I love plants and flowers,” she said. “They’re certainly inspiration to my own work. So it wasn’t difficult for me to latch onto.”

Front left to front right: Alaina David, Jodi Ashby, Nikki McDonald, special guest Kevin O’Connor from This Old House, Mary Fry and Stephen Zonars. Back left to back right: Megan Parker, Stephen Buzza and Karen Lockhart.

Meet the Dispatch Shows Group The Dispatch is committed to the same high standards with our shows and events that you expect from our entire portfolio of publications, websites, digital marketing services and other initiatives. “We all live here, so we go the extra mile for our customers,” said Stephen Zonars, GM of the shows. Combined, the team has nearly 90 years of experience producing shows and events. “For exhibitors and sponsors, we are onsite every minute of this show to meet your needs,” Zonars said. “And for our guests, we want you to have a wonderful experience, too. Please call on us if we can help you.” The Show Office is located in the Ohio Mulch Building (Celeste) where it joins the Road Adventures Highway connector tent. Find our lineup of events at DispatchShows.com.

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Hiring a home-improvement contractor? Start with trust Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make and most homeowners will tell you that from the time they purchase their home, there’s always something that needs to be done. From little improvements like painting and carpet, to the big updates like roofing and windows, choosing someone to help you complete these projects is also a big decision. Selecting the right contractor for home improvement projects has an added layer of trust involved, as you are inviting the company into your personal space. When all is said and done, you want to make sure you choose a company who does the job well and takes care of your home while they’re doing it. When choosing vendors to work with, don’t underestimate the importance of referrals from friends and family and also conduct a simple

online search through organizations like the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, the Federal Trade Commission and your Better Business Bureau. BBB knows well the importance of providing consumers with accurate information about the trustworthiness of businesses. In fact, BBB has been in the forefront of making sure consumers “Start with Trust” as they make important decisions on who they hire for special home improvement projects, the trusted Realtor to find their dream house, or the right bank to help fund these projects — just to name a few. At bbbhomehelp.com, BBB makes it easy to map out what to remember when hiring a contractor, resources for planning your project, and tips for creating your budget. On this site, you can also find local, trustworthy businesses and even request pricing information from them. BBB also recommends these tips to

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think about when you plan to hire a contractor to work in your home. • Research their track record • Ask for multiple quotes • Get it in writing • Verify license and insurance • Confirm building permits • Inquire about a lien waiver • Arrange a payment schedule • Get a receipt • Keep your contract BBB can give you an all important look at information that is available on companies you are thinking about inviting into your home. At bbb.org, you can find ratings for businesses across North America, see if there are any complaints or customer reviews submitted for a company, and find a list of trusted businesses to use as a starting point. BBB knows that your home is your safe haven, and choosing someone to work on — or in — your home is one of life’s big decisions. The last thing anyone wants to

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have happen is for a company to start a job and not finish, or to ineffectively repair your home. When you’re mapping out resources to plan your renovation or improvement project, be sure to add BBB to the list. Story provided by the BBB of Central Ohio.

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