UPPER ARLINGTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BUSINESS MONTHLY
August 2011
The Power to Make a Difference
Issue 37
A ‘Taste’ of Upper Arlington From aromatic sauces to tender tacos to frozen treats that satisfy a sweet tooth, the 18th annual Taste of UA will have plenty to offer even the most refined palates. Sponsored by Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce, it will be held Thursday, Aug. 11, at Northam Park from 3:30-8:30 p.m. Support OSU by visiting The Buckeye Mobile Tour featuring Brutus the Buckeye, OSU cheerleaders, and enjoy interactive games and inflatables for the entire family. This year’s Taste features two exciting bands with Willie Phoenix and Avalon Nine, along with amusement rides and more than 130 area businesses. The annual “Taste of UA” food contest will feature local celebrities, including Johnny DiLoretto with Fox 28 News, judging appetizers, entrees and desserts. Try Magic Hat No. 9 and other specialty craft
beers at Bier Garten. Come join 12,000 visitors who enjoy the Taste of UA. Admission to Taste of UA is free for the entire family. For more information, visit www.ua chamber.org or call the chamber at (614) 4815710. The Taste of Upper Arlington is brought to you by PNC, Shawn Marquis Agency and Magic Hat No. 9.
‘Taste of UA’ presents Willie Phoenix and his band At this year’s Taste of UA, on Aug. 11, the legendary Willie Phoenix and his band will electrify and entertain from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the main stage. While he may be a “guitarist with a ton of attitude,” he promises to keep this show a family event. If you are a follower of Willie Phoenix, as many people in Columbus are, you already know that he is a professional showman with charisma and total appeal.
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For those of you who will be new to the Willie Phoenix experience, prepare to be pleasantly surprised with his enthusiasm and crowd interaction. Accompanying Willie Phoenix will be Chuck Birchfield on bass; Jim Johnson on drums, Ray Winburn on congas. Look out Taste of UA because when Willie Phoenix straps on his guitar you will be mesmerized! Contact Willie Phoenix at Facebook.com Willie Phoenix
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