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Day Trips
We thought it unique that Sandy had us wave to the man who smokes their bleu cheese. He happened to be at the brewery during our visit. According to patrons, the local growers often frequent Hydro Street Brewing Co. so you often get a chance to meet them there. CAROUSEL ANTIQUES & UPHOLSTERY After our late lunch, we decided to stroll down James Street. Our first stop was Carousel Antiques & Upholstery where their motto is: A beautiful way to bring history to life.
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IT’S DELIGHTFUL HEFEWEIZEN! Sandy suggested the beer, It’s Delightful Hefeweizen, to complement our meal. “It starts out fruity with mild citrus notes and finishes with clove,” was Sandy’s eloquent and accurate description. It’s Delightful truly sums it up! Owners Aaron and Sandy Adams could have chosen to run a larger microbrewery but as a new business, having just opened in December 2011, they eased into the brewery front a little slower. Instead, they operate a nano-brewery, which operates a lot like a home brewery, only on a slightly larger scale. MEETING LOCAL PROVIDERS Most impressive is how the back of the menu names the farms and bakery where everything they serve comes from: mushrooms, pork, chicken, beef, eggs, cheese, honey, breads, hops and even the spring-fed trout!
The atmosphere is relaxing – it would be easy to spend hours looking through pre-1960's collectibles, old 45’s, albums and books. The shop offers a wide selection of elegant furniture, architectural salvage treasures and vintage and retro-style fabrics. We also loved the toys of yesteryear and gorgeous antique china. WEST JAMES GALLERY Immediately upon entering the West James Gallery, I commented on the calypso music that was playing and how quickly it made me forget it was only eight above zero. Moments later, two fun-loving ladies, Ellen Gorton and Shelly Hlaban, pictured above, welcomed us to Columbus. Shelly owns the West James Gallery and runs the Columbus Visitor Center. Ellen and her husband, Paul, own Carousel Antiques. With unconcealed enthusiasm, they showed us the well-preserved antique popcorn wagon that serves as the focal point in the gallery. They sparkled as they told us all about their beloved town. (Continued on Page 32) Top: The nano-brewery setup at the Hydro Street Brewery. Bottom: Definitely a happening place, the Hydro Street Brewery prides itself on its community involvement.
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