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COLUMBUS Vol. 10

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04 ABOUT GUIDE 06 RESTAURANT SCHEDULE 08 EVENTS GUIDE 14 BAR ORGS & ATTRACTIONS 18 LGBTQ+ DIRECTORY 20 BUSINESS

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ABOUT LGBTQ+ Columbus As the 15th largest city in the nation, Columbus is home to a vibrant gay community, much of which congregates in the Short North and Clintonville neighborhoods. The Short North has a number of gay pubs, art galleries, popular gay and lesbian centers, nightclubs, coffee shops and an annual gay and lesbian theater festival in September.

It’s gay pride all year round with businesses vying for the gay dollar by donning the famous rainbow flag. Clintonville is more of a lesbian hangout.

This part of Ohio ranks among the highest per capita donations to LGBTQ+ political causes in the USA. Way to put your money where your heart is, Columbus.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Barcelona Restaurant and Bar Spanish small plates & paella served in a bustling, sleek space with a greeneryfilled patio.

263 E Whittier St, Columbus, OH

Milestone 229 Airy, modern American spot with comfort-driven fare & a patio overlooking the Scioto Mile fountains.

229 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH

Basi Italia An intimate nook dispensing marketdriven Northern Italian dishes in casual digs with a patio.

811 Highland St, Columbus, OH

Pecan Penny’s An array of smoked meats & classic sides in a space with modern decor, a fire pit, & patio seating.

113 E Main St, Columbus, OH

Brassica Locavore pita sandwiches are offered at this bright cafe with a contemporary interior & beer on tap.

680 N High St, Columbus, OH

Sidebar Columbus Low-lit eatery serving Mediterranean & South American-influenced small plates plus wine & cocktails.

122 E Main St, Columbus, OH

Chapman’s Eat Market Inventive global cuisine served in a relaxed restaurant that has vintage-style decor.

739 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH

The Eagle Indoor/outdoor eatery & beer hall dishing up fried chicken & other comfort classics.

790 N High St, Columbus, OH

Condado Tacos Build-your-own tacos & margarita flights in a colorful, modern interior.

132 S High St, Columbus, OH

The Guild House Unique rustic-modern dining room for sampling eclectic, globally inspired seasonal menus.

624 N High St, Columbus, OH

Hofbräuhaus Columbus Modeled after the Munich beer hall, this site offers Bavarian fare, classic beers & garden seating.

800 Goodale Blvd, Columbus, OH

The Pearl A refined tavern serving creative fare, alongside wine, house-infused drinks & a deep beer list.

641 N High St, Columbus, OH

Lindey’s Old-school, special-occasion venue featuring a sophisticated American surf ‘n’ turf menu & a patio.

169 E Beck St, Columbus, OH

The Rossi Kitchen & Bar Hip twist on a classic supper club offering casual American fare & cocktails in a historic venue.

895 N High St, Columbus, OH

Martini Modern Italian Traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist served in a contemporary space with chandeliers.

445 N High St, Columbus, OH

Valters at the Maennerchor Traditional German meals & drinks served in a cozy, 1907 brick house with a seasonal patio.

976 S High St, Columbus, OH

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EVENTS SCH E D ULE DECEMBER

FEBRUARY

GALAXYCON COLUMBUS

COME FROM AWAY

DEC 1-3

FEB 2-3

It’s a 3-Day FESTIVAL OF FANDOM with celebrities, artists, writers, voice actors, cosplayers, entertainers, creators, wrestlers, fan groups, panelists, and PEOPLE LIKE YOU! Join fans from across the galaxy and celebrate Comic Books, Pop Culture, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, Gaming, Cosplay, and more!

For more info visit: galaxycon.com/pages/columbus

The true story of the small town that welcomed the world.

Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY has won Best Musical all across North America!

The New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

For more info visit: tinyurl.com/yckemuyd

DEC 1-31

KINKY BOOTS

Kinky Boots is a Tony-winning hit that will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights!

With a joyous score by pop icon Cyndi Lauper and a hilarious yet uplifting book by four-time Tony winner Harvey Fierstein, this big-hearted musical extravaganza tells the story of Charlie Price who, in an effort to save his family’s shoe factory, teams up with the fabulous entertainer Lola. Together, they discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world.

For more info visit: shortnorthstage.org/kinky-boots

MARCH MAR 1

JIMBO’S DRAG CIRCUS WORLD TOUR

Get ready for an evening of outrageous characters and adult humor starring Canada’s own Jimbo from RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 8 and Canada’s Drag Race. VIP seats are available which include a Meet & Greet, starting at 6pm on the main stage. The show starts at 8pm. There will be a 20-minute intermission. This event is for 18+.

For more info visit: tinyurl.com/yc82nw3y

JANUARY JAN 2-14

MOULIN ROUGE

MAR 1-2

Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular...

Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards® including Best Musical!

For more info visit: tinyurl.com/4927e9z8

GOLDEN GIRLS THE LAUGHS CONTINUE

A professional stage show unlike any other Golden Girls tribute that you might have experienced. The play is written by Robert Leleux, author of The Memoirs of a Beautiful Boy and The Living End. For more info visit: my.cbusarts.com/6385

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EVENTS SCH E D ULE MAR 9

high school prom with her girlfriend.

Along the way, they find their own lives changed as they learn to accept each other and find their own inner courage.

The Prom is a must-see musical that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.

For more info visit: my.cbusarts.com/5334

COLUMBUS BREW FESTIVAL

The Columbus Brew Festival takes over the Center of Science and Industry after hours, featuring over 50 breweries, 150 beers and access throughout the museum. Admission includes samplings from participating breweries, as well as access to all exhibits.

For more info visit: columbusbrewfestival.com

APR 11-14

CABBAGECON 2024

An Avatar: The Last Airbender and Legend of Korra fan convention.

The Avatar fandom is very special and CabbageCon strives to create a space as warm, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible as the show it is based on.

For more info visit: cabbagecon.com

MAR 23

BIANCA DEL RIO DEAD INSIDE COMEDY TOUR

Everyone’s favorite “clown in a gown”, Bianca Del Rio, is returning to the stage with a new comedy show, aptly titled “Dead Inside”. This will be the seasoned comic’s sixth, worldwide stand-up comedy tour. Bianca will be entertaining the masses with her iconic lightningfast wit and razor-sharp tongue. Her new show will cover politics, pop culture, political correctness, current events, cancel culture, and everyday life through the eyes of someone who’s “dead inside” and finds humor in everything. As with all of her shows, there will be lots of audience interaction!

For more info visit: tinyurl.com/3na68xxv

APR 19-21

SUGAR MAPLE FESTIVAL

Come sit by the creek and listen to live entertainment. Visit the food vendors.

Browse the craft booths. Bring home a complementary tree to plant at home.

Purchase authentic Ohio made maple syrup. Enjoy the festival while the beginnings of spring are in the air.

Or join our nightly event on Friday and Saturday with live music and a beer garden featuring wine and hard cider in addition to locally crafted beers.

For more info visit: sugarmaplefestival.com

APRIL

MAY

APR 4-7

MAY 7-12

THE PROM

TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL

What was your Prom experience like?

A girl growing up in a small town in Indiana just wanted the “normal” prom experience, but what she got was so much more. Welcome to the incredible true story of The Prom, a heartwarming and uplifting musical about the power of love, acceptance, and coming together as a community. The Prom follows a group of Broadway actors who travel to a conservative town to support an LGBTQ+ teen’s fight to attend her

An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulsepounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters.

For more info visit: capa.com/events/detail/tina

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BAR GU ID E Awol Bar Gay bar inside a little brick house with a large patio, happy hours & fetish parties.

49 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH

O’Connor’s Club 20 Never a cover; always a show! An LGBTQ bar that was started in 1992, where you can come in as a stranger but leave as a friend!

20 E Duncan St, Columbus, OH

Axis Nightclub A multilevel gay-friendly dance club featuring DJs & entertainment such as drag cabaret acts.

775 N High St, Columbus, OH

Southbend Tavern An all welcoming gay bar with drag shows, open stage night, live music and drinks specials.

126 E Moler St, Columbus, OH

Boscoe’s Columbus’s premier show bar with a wide selection of beverages, male revues, and drag.

1224 S High St, Columbus, OH

Steel Mill Tavern Gay-owned neighborhood bar on Columbus’ New South Side.

1816 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH

Bossy Grrl’s Pin Up Joint Quirky spot offering craft beer, plus burlesque shows, karaoke & other events.

2598 N High St, Columbus, OH

The Toolbox Saloon A fun and friendly neighborhood bar that makes you feel like family!

744 Frebis Ave, Columbus, OH

Cavan Irish Pub Ohio’s ONLY Gay Irish Pub! 1409 S High St, Columbus, OH

Tremont Lounge Laid-back LGBT mainstay (since 1987), offering drinks, happy hours, plus karaoke & other events.

708 S High St, Columbus, OH

Club Diversity Offbeat gathering place in a circa-1880 house featuring karaoke, theme nights & happy hours.

863 S High St, Columbus, OH

Union Cafe Bustling, gay-friendly bar/restaurant offering hearty American chow, a large patio & entertainment.

782 N High St, Columbus, OH

District West LGBTQIA+ Bar with the best drinks and entertainment in town.

145 N 5th St, Columbus, OH

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LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Rainbow Sisters Rainbow Sisters is a social and community-oriented group for lesbian womyn age 40 and over.

5400 Karl Road, Columbus, OH

Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus Voices Raised, Lives Changed. cgmc.com 51 Jefferson Ave, Columbus, OH Columbus Pride Band Creating quality musical and social experiences for our members and community through a variety of performances. columbuspridebands.org

Stonewall Columbus Increasing the visibility and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. stonewallcolumbus.org 1160 N High Street, Columbus, OH TransOhio Serving the Ohio transgender and ally communities by providing services, education, support, and advocacy, which promotes and improves the health, safety and life experience of the Ohio transgender individual and community. transohio.org

North Columbus Health Center Visit North Columbus Health Center for family planning services, including STD testing. Make an appointment with Planned Parenthood. bit.ly/3D7NqZk 18 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH PFLAG Columbus PFLAG is the largest grassroots-based organization family and understands more about being human. We seek to change attitudes and to create an environment of understanding so that our LGBTQ family members and friends can live with dignity and respect. columbuspflag.com

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY BATH ACCESSORIES Premium Hardware................................. 3

HOTEL Granville Inn........................................... 15

BOTTLED WATER COMPANY Magnetic Springs Water Company....... 5

INTERIOR DESIGN Studio J................... Front Cover, Back Cover

COMMERCIAL CLEANING SERVICES City Wide Facility Solutions of Columbus........................................... 15

MEDICAL CENTER The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center...................................... 19

CONSTRUCTION 614Exteriors............................................. 9

NAME & GENDER IDENTIFIER CHANGE Trolinger Law Offices, LLC...................... 7

DESIGN BUILD NJW Construction.......... Front Inside Cover

NON PROFIT Red Cross..................... 1, Back Inside Cover

FAMILY LAW Trolinger Law Offices, LLC...................... 7

REMODELING NJW Construction.......... Front Inside Cover

FURNITURE STORE Studio J................... Front Cover, Back Cover

ROOFING 614Exteriors............................................. 9

HARDWARE STORE Premium Hardware................................. 3

WATER DELIVERY Magnetic Springs Water Company....... 5

HEALTH CARE The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center...................................... 19

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