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STUFF TO READ
Letter from the Publisher
PAWS Humane Society
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Meet Lee
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Ink & Inclusion
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Columbus Botanical Garden
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Foods Sure To Make The Naughty List The Westville Woodworker Toys for Tots at Electric Panda A Holiday Reprieve the Whole World Needs
Local Theatre Isn’t Going
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Sound that Resonates
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AROUND TOWN From Stage to Feature
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Bunny Hinzman
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Warehouse 9
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Updates from the Springer & Rivercenter Vibing with Singer Ria706
Columbus Locales Star in 2020’s “Masked” Nutcracker
Exploring Passion, Movement & Art The Hot New Restaurant and Event Center
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othing stops a train. Well, some things do, but I can’t get the sentiment outta my head. Nothing will ever stop what is ultimately meant to be. I find myself in astonishment at the thought of this being the last issue for the year 2020. It’s beyond comprehensible. It seems like 5 years ago I was writing about the blank canvas that 2020 was, and here we are. What an extremely unforeseen year, eh? As we close out the year over the weeks ahead, I am extremely grateful to have this time to reflect, to learn from this year and to use whatever insight I’ve fostered to make 2021 that much better. I don’t necessarily look at this as a “bad” year, though there were many moments that were deeply challenging. Intead, I consider this a cleaning, a break (if you will), and a time to re-evaluate and focus inward in order to reach that higher understanding of what we need to do in order to be our best, most authentic selves. There is wisdom in the phrase and meaning of “getting out of your own way.” (Because, nothing stops a train). One thing that has resonated with me while putting this issue together is the sheer amount of obstacles that seemed to come with it. And not just for us, but for many of our friends around us. It’s not like we don’t have them on a regular basis, these last weeks just seemed overloaded with setbacks. I say that to highlight how extremely proud I am of our team. From the designers, to the writers, the editors, the marketers, the businesses and the talented artists and restaurants we feature, all of whom have yet to allow obstacles to get in the way. Thank you. Because we are A TRAIN. An unstoppable force that is here to continue building awareness of the arts, fun, food and beauty of this community. This is not just a job, this is the best way we know how to help spread love and shine a light on the brilliance of what makes up our city. If I had to give my favorite part of this entire year it would have to be in all the many ways I’ve seen others (in the words of my friend James Gannon) “biggen eachother up.” So cheers to ending 2020 on the best note possible. May the next year be the one that makes up for everything we’ve had to endure with in this one. Whatever this year has meant to you, the train is still rolling. Keep faith in knowing the only thing you can control is what is right in front of you. Enjoy your holidays, enjoy the present. And I hope you enjoy our publication. Thank you for reading,
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What We Are All About. The mission of the LocaL magazine is to bring you the best in art, music, food and fun from Columbus and the surrounding area. Locally owned and operated, we work to improve and expand community relationships through promoting positive events and stories. When good things are happening, we will be here to help you get involved. Our monthly print issues will feature stories and events that comprise and drive the ongoing surge toward a more beautiful community. This magazine exists because we who work on it believe in actively engaging with community improvement, and we invite you to join us, not only by reading these pages, but also by taking part in any of the many wonderful events we feature.
PUBLISHER
Monica Jones publisher@thelocalcolumbus.com ads@thelocalcolumbus.com editor@thelocalcolumbus.com
LAYOUT & DESIGN
Mat Cornett
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Scott Berson
ADVERTISING
Monica Jones
Anastasia Tikka
CONTRIBUTORS & CREDITS
Scott Berson Steve Scott Natalie Downey Paige Adams Erick Richman
COVER ART PROVIDED BY Bunny Hinzman
Photo By MJ
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Humane Society Holidays & Your Pet
FOODS SURE TO MAKE THE NAUGHTY LIST By Tricia Montgomery
rom wide eyes, wagging tails, tiny whimpers to F drooling mouths, it can be hard to resist a begging pet’s pleading for a taste of your holiday morsels. Tis’ the season of sharing and goodwill, which is why your dog may get spoiled with extra treats this time of year. There is nothing wrong with feasting with your favorite furry pal, but it’s important to know what not to feed dogs over the holidays. There are many favorite foods which contain ingredients that are harmful to your furry friends’ health. Turkey: While a huge turkey bone may seem like a delicious treat for your pup, it can lead to choking and can cause damage to your pet’s GI tract. Other harmful ingredients such as onion, garlic and spices may sneak into your dishes, causing digestion problems. Ham: Pork products can cause pancreatitis, upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea. Additionally, pork is high in fat and sodium, which can lead to obesity, dehydration and even sodium ion poisoning. Prime rib: No one likes dry and overcooked beef. However, undercooked meats contain bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli, which can be dangerous to domestic pets. Leave the raw meats for canines in the wild. Stuffing: Most stuffing recipes call for items that can be toxic to dogs and cats, like garlic and onions. But there’s another common ingredient that often gets overlooked — sage. Although it can be a delicious addition to your stuffing, it (and many LocaL
other herbs) contains essential oils and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression in pets. Candied yams/sweet potato casserole: If raisins are involved in your recipe — that’s a huge no for your pet. There’s a toxic substance in grapes and raisins that has been linked to kidney failure in dogs. Dinner rolls: Plain bread is generally safe to give your pets on special occasions; however, raw yeast dough can ruin their entire holiday. The sugars in the dough turn to carbon dioxide gas and alcohol, which can result in bloated, drunken pets. Pecan pie: Most nuts are high in fat and can cause vomiting, diarrhea and even pancreatitis in pets. Chocolate: This one is a no-brainer, but in case you forgot, never feed your pets chocolate (yes, that goes for dark chocolate too). Substances within chocolate can cause vomiting, diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, seizures, tremors and even death. Because these foods are prevalent over the holiday season, it is a good idea to always keep an eye on your pet. Both dogs and cats have a way of getting on tables and counter surfing when you’re not looking. They also have a way of charming your holiday guests or family members with their big puppy eyes, so make sure your guests are aware that they should not feed your pet anything without your permission. Another item, often overlooked, is loading the dishwasher. Because most machines are down closer to your pup’s height, he has easier access to lick the plates, bowls and spoons clean. Make sure to keep an eye on him so that he does not do this. This will not only keep him from eating any harmful food that might still be stuck to a plate, but will also help keep him from cutting his tongue on something sharp like a steak knife With a little common sense and a bit of extra care, both you and your pet can enjoy a safe, fun and joyful holiday season.u Adoption Hours: Mon-Fri•10am-6pm, Sat•10am-5pm, 4900 Milgen Road Columbus pawshumane.org office@pawshumane.org (706) 565-0035 Vet Clinic (706) 987-8380
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MEET LEE
The Westville
Woodworker
By Steve Scott
hen entering the Woodcrafter’s shop at W colorful Westville, one is engulfed with the pungent aroma of wood chips, followed
by the dazzlingly bright smile of interpreter Lee Gilford.
costumes, accents, quotes, and mannerisms of the era. Interpreters, on the other hand, show you how it was. They are educators. Lee says this type of interpretation creates a real education that lasts. Lee was born in Enterprise, Alabama in 1996 before moving to New Brockton and then to Columbus for his senior year at Hardaway High School. He received a BS in psychology in 2019 from Columbus State University. As an only child growing up in the south Alabama town of New Brockton, he had loving parents and a wonderful grandfather whose influence on Lee is evident. He had an unstructured and unfettered childhood which allowed him to gambol in the woods til’ sunset and discover the world through play. Introduced to woodworking
Lee Gilford There are no power tools, batteries, electricity, or other 20th-century comforts. Just primitive, yet effective woodworking tools from the mid to late 1800s. Here, Lee is in his element, and his energy and joy are instantly contagious. He moves from station to station with ease and you are immediately caught up in the fervor he exhibits while explaining how things were done back then. He is quick to point out that he and the other people of Westville are not re-enactors, but interpreters. Re-enactors are “actors” who are role-playing in the time period represented, using
at an early age, he built birdhouses, hope chests, and many other creations. It clearly stuck with him, because at Westville he truly becomes the woodworker he represents. Lee’s gentle manner and sincere desire to teach is real. This is not a museum-style display, but the demonstration of real activities that give Westville patrons experiences they remember with joy. Lee is outgoing and friendly and makes things fun. When asked about visitors’ reactions to the centuries-old tools and gadgets scattered about his workshop, he relates some amusing stories. Kids ask things like “Did they make toy cars and planes out of wood back then?” Lee craftily draws them in with leading questions and hands-on activities. He gets them involved and makes it fun. They become hooked. Lee’s smile and energy are infectious and it is obvious that he loves what he does. This writer has been to his shop several times and can’t wait to go back. Take your kids to witness this woodworker’s shop at Westville. They will be transformed!u “WO ODWORKERS POEM” Bits & braces, axes, and lathes. All sorts of gadgets a craftsman may crave. Hand saws and bow saws and buck saws galore, Hammers and mallets and a cubby to store. Files, clamps and draw knives, and an old craftsman’s bench, Compasses, rulers, and hand tools to clench. Add to this, grinders and odd pieces of wood, For a master woodworker to make what he should
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Ink & Inclusion
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TOYS FOR TOTS AT ELECTRIC PANDA toy might be just a simple hunk of plastic, but it might also mean the world to a child.
“[Children are] the future leaders of the world,”, says James Gannon, better known to his friends, customers, and crew as J-Bird. “You want them to feel appreciated, that they’re loved, that their life matters.” As he moves into his third year of owning and operating the Electric Panda tattoo parlor, J-Bird is focused on giving back and bringing up the next generation. He has a yearly tradition of making the Toys for Tots drive a priority, collecting toys and cash donations – as well as donating gifts himself. “This year I’m buying ten basketball goals and ten basketballs. A toy helps a child, but a basketball goal is going to help a whole community. He’s got a basketball and a basketball goal and the whole neighborhood can play,” J-Bird says. Pointing out that most Americans are only “30 days and one bad decision” away from homelessness, he says a simple toy can make all the difference to those who feel left out during the holiday season. That feeling of isolation and deprivation is familiar to him; his voice resonates with nostalgia and a hint of pain when he describes an underprivileged child sitting in the back of the classroom after the holiday break. He tells the feeling of that child, seeing the expensive new gadgets and toys of their classmates, while “being lucky LocaL
to eat that night.” “I know what it’s like to not have money,” he says, recounting his long journey to becoming the father, thriving business owner and sought-after artist he is today. “There’s people who came up a lot harder than I did. It feels good knowing I’m in a position to give back.” That position is a foundation that J-Bird has built through his passion for the artistry and individuality of tattoos. A Columbus native, he left his troubles behind to try his hand in Indiana, only to find himself on a bad path there as well. “I was tattooing out of the house, doing graffiti, stuff like that. I met a guy up in Indianapolis… a professional tattoo artist, he pushed me to get an apprenticeship. He saw some of my graffiti and artwork, told me they’d teach me.” But that chance wasn’t enough for J-Bird to make a permanent change. “They wound up firing me,” he laughs. “I went to another shop. It took several years to grow, for me to become the person I am today.” He counts himself lucky, and grateful to his mother, who worked three jobs to provide for him during his childhood, and the people who gave him more chances and continued support.
“There’s three options in the streets - dead, prison, or strung out on dope.” Now, he uses his position to send a message to others who might be on the path he once was, advising them to “find yourself around art, and stay there.” He speaks of art as an antidote to the hopelessness 6
that can come from growing up in poverty, and it is clear why both his tattoo shop and the Toys for Tots drive are so close to his heart. “Drugs and crime are acts of desperation,” he explains, making clear that, while illicit activity can seem appealing to someone seeking financial stability, it ultimately isn’t worth the trouble. “The streets, the clubs, the house parties, that’s not what’s happening… Run in those circles long enough and you’re gonna become a part of that circle.” For him, art was his pathway to the life he has today. Known for their realistic nature, his tattoos go far beyond simple replication, and he uses his ability to try to honor the memories and personalities of the people he inks.
“I really like to look for pictures that are full of life,” he says, referring to the inspiration behind his striking, complex portrait work. That style, developed over his 11 years as a tattoo artist, has won him multiple awards. When J-Bird reminisces about the process of creating his own style, his focus is on the opportunities that allowed him to develop his artistry and work his way to the life he has now, opportunities often denied to so many who find themselves without the freedom to build a better life. “There’s so much talent in the prison system – artists, singers, rappers, musicians, painters, there’s a lot of talent in our penitentiaries.” Speaking from experience, he recognizes that many of the actions that lead to incarceration come from “misguided energy.” While it can be hard to see from the outside, he asserts that “they’re not necessarily bad people, they’ve just been
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something to be proud of.” Since negativity can be a focal point for the frustration so many experience, J-Bird focuses on positivity and leading by example, saying “people need to biggen each other up,” to tell each other ‘man, I love the way you handled that situation.’ That stuff builds confidence. If we had more people bigging each other up rather than tearing them down, we’d have a lot better community to live in.” For many, J-Bird doesn’t look like a typical community leader. He shares an experience of shopping at Sam’s Club and overhearing two women whispering back-and-forth about his extensive, highly visible tattoos. “I walked past them,” he recalls, “and said, ‘I hope you have a nice day.’” “I wish I had been behind them at checkout,” he chuckles. “I would have offered to pay for their groceries.” Though the stigma against those with tattoos has decreased in the last few decades, it still persists. J-Bird suggests that this stigma can come from a lack of familiarity with the
window into that experience. “People walk up to me and talk to me about my tattoos all the time,” he says. His tattoos tell his story of struggle and accomplishment, which – at the end of 2020 – has brought him to his goal of bringing joy to as many children this holiday season as he can by making Electric Panda a go-to drop-off spot for holiday giving. “You know you’re doing something good when you’re donating to Toys for Tots. Know that if [you] bring [your] donations to Electric Panda, they’re going where they’re supposed to go.” You can drop off donations – new, in-packaging toys and other child-appropriate gifts – to J-Bird
for the toy drive through December 19th by visiting Electric Panda at 5751 Milgen Rd, in the same block of stores as Soho Bar and Grill and Cagney’s Party Shop. A $20 toy might not seem like much, but J-Bird points out it is the meaning behind the toy that matters, that tells a child “There’s people out here who do care, and there is better out here. There is something to look forward to.” u “JBird” with “Baby Bird” perspectives of others. “People want to look at everything that happens from their point of view. Sometimes when we take a step back and separate ourselves from our personal feelings, consider what someone else is feeling, it can change a perspective.” For example, TV and film might often associate tattoos with criminals, but he speaks with conviction when he says that “the real monsters look like everyday people.” To some, tattoos can be a powerful tool for healing and growth. People visit Electric Panda, J-Bird says, for a large variety of reasons. “People have scars… Women out here who have had breast cancer… [come in for a] tattoo across their chest to make them feel more confident… I’ve seen people’s confidence level boost 100 % from getting a tattoo.” Ultimately, tattoos are highly personal expressions of a person’s lived experience - and a LocaL
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A Holiday Reprieve the Whole World Needs By Paige Adams
he season of giving brings us into the spirit as the T garden gears up for the holiday season. Christmas in the Garden will feature a light show experience
throughout the three main gardens; the Rose garden, the Perennial garden, and the Ginko Shade garden, which can be seen from the front parking lot off of Weems Road. This will allow for a drive-through alternative to adhere to precautions amid the pandemic. “So many families get in their car after dinner and they drive through their neighborhood or around town
and check out Christmas lights and we wanted Columbus Botanical garden to be on their agenda” said Interim Executive Director Dawn Grantham. If there’s ever been a time for nature, beauty, community and the outdoors, it’s been this year. Lucky for us, we have beauty abound at the Columbus Botanical Garden. Whether it be an evening stroll with the family along the one-mile Joann Holt Walking Trail, a picnic in one of their five beautiful gardens, or attending one of their fabulous events, the gardens will doubtless serve as a place of solace for anyone looking to unwind and enrich their soul by themselves or with the family.
Columbus Park Crossing shopping center, offering a convenient location to all members of the community. While donations are welcome, and events may run a nominal ticket fee, general daily admission to the gardens is completely free. The gardens have several upcoming events to offer to the community including Christmas in the Garden, the Nankipooh house concert series, and the Sam Pate SAMposium event. While the garden offers a beautiful and relaxing space for the community, the benefit goes beyond aesthetics and comfort. Earlier this year the garden became a part of a community endeavor called #NourishColumbus along with the Food Mill to battle food insecurities in the community. Chandler Collins, Director of Development at the garden explained that their Sally H. Adams Vegetable Terrace “is 100 percent dedicated to [growing] vegetables that end up being given to the Food Mill where they prepare meals, Belletti Photography then give the prepared meals to Mercy Med, Highland Community Church, and Truth Spring Academy.” “All of this is in an effort to nourish the people of Columbus and give them alternatives,” Collins said.“When you don’t have a grocery store nearby you walk to the corner store and you eat food that doesn’t serve you.” Donations made at Columbus Botanical garden to the #NourishColumbus’ cause will go directly to the needs of the vegetable garden to support the effort to fight food insecurity. “We’ve got to make things more economically viable as well as accessible to help change this,” Collins said.
we want to be really mindful of everyone’s safety,” added Grantham. Times and dates are to be determined. The new year will bring new vibes to the garden with the launch of their Nankipooh house concert series, named for the area of town that was once referred to as such. Nankipooh will launch on January 2 with the band Los Coast featuring lead singer and Columbus native, Trey Privott. The event will be a recurring series, to include various indie music groups. The events will offer beer, wine, and food vendors along with the concert. Tickets will run from $15-$25. Looking ahead to spring, the Columbus community can plan for the SAMposium event at the garden from March 13-14. The SAMposium is a naturalist symposium
Belletti Photography event centered on bird watching and in honor of Sam Pate, “a local and regional birding luminary and naturelover extraordinaire,” as stated on the garden’s website, who passed away in August of 2019. The staff at the garden are committed to the safety of their guests and have inherent social distancing in the open atmosphere of the outdoor spaces and will be implementing social distancing at their coming events. They also ask guests to take advantage of hand sanitizing and washing when available and to be sure to wear a mask indoors. Those who are looking for further social distancing options may be interested in taking advantage of some of their virtual options, such as the Lunch and Learn Director’s Series where the community can learn more about the various gardens and about horticulture. Tickets for the virtual learning series will cost $8 per session. Collins stated that while the virtual series was implemented as a response to the Coronavirus, it will be a recurring component alongside an in-person one. You can visit the garden’s website at columbusbotanicalgarden.org to make a charitable donation, become a member with added benefits, or to learn more about their upcoming events. Additionally you can find them on our sister site getlocatix.com and learn more about opportunities to get involved through volunteer work or make reservations for your own event in the beautiful setting that is our Columbus Botanical Gardens.u
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LO CAL T H EAT R E I S N’T GO I N G A N Y W H E R E Updates From The Springer & Rivercenter
n Columbus, we support each other. We Icultural support our artists, and our actors, and those gems that make our city what it is. It’s
one of the few silver linings to come out of the pandemic this year – the realization that we really can come together to help each other through an impossible time. Our local theatres have always been a part of that network of support. The Springer Opera House and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts are two of our prominent local downtown theatre and event spaces, and they have had to be creative, have had to struggle and brainstorm and sacrifice – but they’re still here for us, and we’re here for them. Both organizations have hit the ground running over the last few weeks and months, preparing new formats for shows on the fly. Now, as autumn winds to a close and the winter season sets in, our local theatres are preparing a slate of new programs to keep us entertained and connected to the arts.
Springer Opera House
Once it became clear how bad the pandemic was going to be, the venerable Columbus institution had no choice but to close, said producing artistic director Paul Pierce. It was an agonizing loss. The relationship between the Springer and its audience became more and more important. Pierce described picking up the phone and calling patrons, one by one. “We didn’t ask them for money, we just wanted to let them know we were thinking of them. A lot of people had been locked up, going stir crazy, and were happy to hear from their friends at the Springer.” LocaL
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The patrons wanted to know about the Springer, too. They wanted to know if everyone was okay, what their plan was, when shows might resume. “The relationships that we built up over time with our customers, patrons, arts lovers, that really comes back to help us in times of dire need like this. We felt like we were becoming closer to our
RiverCenter’s grand stages and sunlit lobby were shuttered for much of the pandemic, its electric sign on 10th Street flashing messages encouraging people to stay safe and help one another. Now RiverCenter is back, and working on creating a space for art and creativity during the firestorm of COVID. Much of that has been thanks to the support of local patrons, according to Executive Director Norm Easterbrook. “The Columbus community is a tremendously giving community, and they remain generous when there’s an emergency,” he said. RiverCenter has had to rethink its entire operation. It’s shows come from all over the country, and when those tours were canceled, the
patrons through it,” Pierce said. During the height of the pandemic, the Springer kept light on its feet, converting its costume shop into a mask-making operation and investing in new cleaning and sanitation technologies. They also created a hazard plan that included detailed procedures for keeping patrons safe. “We are theater people. Flexibility and innovation is built into our DNA,” Pierce said. “We have such a fantastic staff, they’re fighting for the springer, and I really would not want or need a better staff for this challenge.” The Springer was able to avoid cancellations, and pushed many of its bigger shows into the spring. At the same time, they planned three smaller shows for the fall, two of which were planned as outdoor shows on a custom-built stage. For Halloween, the Springer produced “Evil Dead” to rave reviews. Other shows will include a show for children, “Deep Blue Sea,” and a holiday showing of “Winter Wonderettes” in December. “We’re nowhere near out of the woods, we are still a theatre in trouble and facing some serious threats … [but] the public has really been supportive of this so far,” Pierce said. Pierce said that the best way to keep supporting the Springer is to attend shows, purchase season tickets and consider a Springer Society membership. “That’s what is going to help us survive in the coming year,” he explained. 10
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schedule dried up. “We’ve been staying as much in touch as we possibly can. I think people are very anxious to get back into the theatre,” Easterbrook said. RiverCenter adapted by hosting new kinds of events, including a blood drive and memorial service, plus plans to help organizations manage their own livestreams. The goal was to look for needs in the community and see if RiverCenter could help fill them. That’s the plan going forward, as well – along with some exciting new opportunities to see rare live streamed shows. Laura Benanti and Vanessa Williams will perform for the Women of Broadway live concert series November 14 and December 5. Both are legendary Broadway and screen performers with
millions of records sold. On December 11, Grammy Nominated Songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will perform a live show as well. “It’s a really unique way to see Broadway and to keep connected with the live performing arts,” Easterbrook said. The most important thing, Easterbrook said, is to keep an eye on RiverCenter and keep bringing your support. The theatre may try things you might never have seen before. Remember that RiverCenter relies on community donations to survive, and we’ll be enjoying incredible art, music, theatre and more for many years to come.u
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With Singer Ria706
By Natalie Downey Photographed By Mike Graham
he sits at the bar, unassuming, calm, there is a glow S to her. She talks of a life spent singing. There’s a secret passion in her eyes, it’s easy to see - she’s more
touched everybody,” Ria remembers. But Ria recalls that it wasn’t the song her grandmother sang, or her voice in particular, though she had great talent, that than just a musician. She doesn’t just sing; she creates touched people so deeply. It was the remarkable way a completely new and unique sound, and she moves she connected with her audience. “Just watching the response people had to what was inside of her through music, and invites the city to dance along. Briana Wilson, aka “Ria706,” grew up in was amazing. I wanted to touch people like that,” Columbus and the surrounding area, spending Ria says. “I want people to connect with something bigger than me.” Singing in church led to a deepening love for music, and Ria began composing in high school, developing her own style. She looks to a diverse array of music for inspiration. Today, her music is all-original, and she collaborates with other local artists to grow and develop her ideas. “Ninety percent of my music started with my own idea and instrumentation,” Ria says. “I play around with ideas in my mind and go from there.” Ria records her music locally and plays with other local musicians, such as local band Create. She speaks in glowing colors of the many local artists she’s had the privilege of working with. With musical influences such as Erykah Badu, Tweet, Missy Elliot, and Ari Lennox, Ria’s sound Briana Wilson From “Pull Up” Video is smooth and addicting, with a genre that doesn’t some of her early years in Atlanta, then returning to quite have a title, one that is all her own. “It’s kind Columbus to attend CSU as a music major. By the of an electric, hip-hop, soul fusion,” she explains. time she was in college, she knew she had a gift She admits to intentionally listening to music for making music. Her time spent in symphonic outside of her genre to stretch her creativity, spark orchestra playing instruments such as alto sax, bass inspiration, and deepen her understanding of clarinet, and basson, as well as singing in church, music composition. Whether it can be effectively put into words gave her a foundation of experience and insight into or not, her sound is the avenue of art she authentic, coming from a hoped to travel. place of natural talent and As a child, Ria a commitment to creating grew up listening quality work to share with to her grandmother the community. When she sing in church. commits to composing, She nostalgically she has a method to remembers a getting the work done, time when her and doesn’t stop until the grandmother was finished product is one spontaneously called she can be proud of. upon to sing as the A performer must church service was wrapping up a revival. From left to right Top Row: Wayne Black, Myke Grizzly, Ria706, put out what they say they’re going to put out, “There was this song Josiah and Joshua Fiveash of Siantz whether they feel like it at Bottom row: GXCHY, The Tye Dye Intellect, Manny Black that she sang that LocaL
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every performance or not. Ria recognizes the energy people have put into supporting her work, and strives to return that energy with her own best performance, every time. “There are times when I wasn’t feeling it,” she says, “But I went out and gave the best show I could. You give the show you said you were gonna give, cause your name’s on that bill, and they came to see you. Give all of what you have.” What Ria has is genuine talent, and it’s easy to see that making music is about more than just singing to her: it’s an opportunity to connect with and inspire the community, to share her soul with the world, and to make the city sound a little sweeter. The local community has been nothing short of supportive of Ria’s music, and while she understands that not everyone is going to be a fan of an artist’s work, she appreciates the outpouring of love she’s felt from her local listeners. “There are people who, any opportunity they get, share love to me, and I try to do that in return,” Ria says. Photo By Tony Pettis Ria can be found playing live music around Columbus and the surrounding areas. She has taken the stage in Atlanta on numerous occasions. Her music, including an EP titled “R” and single “Pull Up,” can be found on all music platforms. Ria has content dropping in the near future on social media, and a video set to drop in the beginning of December. For more information about Ria706’ music, follow her on all social media platforms @_ria706. u
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Saturday Morning Breakfast
Join us for the most important meal of the day. Hosted by VFW Post 665 Moina Michael. Every Saturday, 7 – 10 a.m., VFW Post 665 Moina Michael, Columbus
Aging Gracefully Yoga
Age is just a number right? If you are gracefully aging and want to explore the ancient practice of yoga for enhanced well-being, join us. Every Friday, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Art of Yoga, Columbus
Market Days on Broadway
Uptown Columbus’ Market Days on Broadway takes place year-round. The Market features many local and organic farmers selling produce, along with soap vendors, home goods, jewelry vendors, and baked goods. Our friends from local shelters and animal rescue groups can be found in the median of Broadway. For questions, call the Uptown office at 706.596.0111. Every Saturday morning, 9am - Noon, Broadway, Columbus
Sit on 6th
Every Saturday head on over to ReDesign Time & Vintageville with the Spankin’ Spoon Food Truck. Enjoy great furniture finds and tasty treats. Every Saturday, noon - 8 p.m., Sit on 6th, 1301 6th Ave, Columbus
Sketching Under the Skylight
We are so excited to resume Sketching Under the Skylight! Free Admission and open to the public but feel free to make a donation if you enjoy these events. Due to COVID-19, the class is limited to 15 participants and properly worn masks (over nose and face) and physical distancing is required. Please call the Center at (706) 507-8432 for reservations. Leave your voices at the door and catch the creative spirit! The second Thursday of each month. The Bo Bartlett Center, Columbus
Motor and Mouths Monthly Meet Up
A family friendly monthly meeting of car guys/girls to run their motor mouths about their vehicles. Held the 2nd Sunday of month from 8-11am. Windsor village parking lot, Carnoisseur Detail side, Columbus
The Jewelry Market
Come shop beautiful, artisan crafted jewelry from local artists in our Heritage 541 Gallery. These are one of a kind items, sure to be the envy of everyone or highly cherished gifts. Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 10 AM EST – 2 PM EST Heritage Art Center, Columbus
Treats for Troops Supply Drive
Fort Benning Harley-Davidson is organizing a Care Package Supply Drive for our deployed service men and women for the Holidays. We will have our donation station set up and we look forward to working together as a community for our Troops! We are collecting specific items/categories so please contact the dealership for further details. Saturday, November 14, 11 a.m., Fort Benning Harley-Davidson, Columbus
The Springer’s Theatre for the Very Young presents Deep Blue Sea
An outdoor theatre experience performed in the Springer Courtyard. Accompanied by music from The Beach Boys, this adventure will teach young and old about the importance of keeping our oceans clean. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit springeroperahouse.org or call the Springer box office at 706-327-3688. November 7 & 14 at 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. & November 8 & 15 at 2:00 p.m., Springer Opera House, Columbus
Live from the West Side: Laura Benanti
From New York’s Shubert Virtual Studios, the show will feature a mix of Broadway show tunes, pop songs, and personal stories from Bernanti’s life. Questions can even be submitted in advance to be answered during the show. Mark your calendar now for Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway featuring Laura Benanti - November 14. Hosted Online by RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, Columbus
Outdoor Sculpture Tour
The Columbus Museum’s outdoor sculpture collection is on display. The tour will take place entirely outside. Please wear comfortable shoes, in addition to face coverings as it may be difficult to maintain a social distance of at least six feet during some parts of the tour. Sunday, November 15, 1 – 2:30 p.m., The Columbus Museum, Columbus LocaL
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of absolutely everything.” Their vision aims to honor the skill of the dancers and the spirit of the live performance, while making the most of the film format in a way that a live stream could not. The dancers will also wear masks throughout the filming, both helping them stay safe and reflecting Taken During 2020 Rehearsals By Kylie Casino
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COLUMBUS LOCALES STAR IN 2020’S MASKED NUTCRACKER While no two performances of live theatre are ever exactly the same, this year’s annual showing of the Nutcracker will be a particularly unique and meaningful experience – especially for Columbus residents. “We desperately wanted to do a show,” says choreographer Kylie Casino, despite the
the dancers as they perform to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s famous 1892 score. With large audiences inadvisable, the easy answer was to simply live stream the usual indoors performance; however, Kylie, along with fellow instructors Bridget Adams and Laura Johnson, wasn’t satisfied with the idea of holding a virtual
the necessity of trying something new. Kylie says her trust in the Holbrooks is well-founded: “I’ve seen some of their work and it is very well done.” She speaks with excitement about the opportunity to combine professional film production with her choreography, saying that “the way they’re planning on filming it will look dream-like. They’re able to do effects and we are able to transition magically into the next scene, so in a sense, it will make it even more magical.” Usually, Argo Navis would employ a 60-person crew. Amid the
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limitations of the pandemic on live performances. As Artistic Director at the Columbus Ballet, she feels strongly that the annual Nutcracker “is just needed at this time… [to] help spread that holiday cheer.” This year, viewers can watch for free on local station WXTX Fox 54 to see some of our city’s most beautiful and iconic locations star alongside
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showing of the normal stage performance, so they began scouting locations around the city while teaming up with producers Jef and Sara Lynn Holbrook of Argo Navis Studios to craft a professional audiovisual experience. “What we’re producing at the end of this is basically a feature-length show,” Jef says, “an hour-and-a-half to almost two-hour thing, so that’s feature film territory.” This year’s show will combine the talent and skill of the Columbus Ballet crew and Argo Navis Studios amid a backdrop of many of Columbus, Georgia’s most beloved public spaces, including The Columbus Convention and Trade Center, The Naval Museum, The Columbus Botanical Garden, The Columbus Public Library and the Columbus Museum. “It’s not your typical stage space obviously, and it’s going to be a very different experience for the [dancers],” Kylie says. To create something truly special, the partnership with the Holbrooks means the performance will be professionally directed, filmed and edited. “They’re taking care 14
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unique circumstances of this year, “it’s just the two of us,” Jef says – the two of them, and the team of directors and dancers at the Columbus Ballet. Add to that list the many supporters and sponsors of the ballet company in the community, including grants that helped make the vision a reality. The unique approach is especially exciting for Kylie due to her background in site-specific dance, which
breathtaking performance. Ultimately, they’re excited to participate in bringing light to the community during the holiday season. “[They] have been really wonderful.” Sara Lynn Holbrook says of working with the Columbus Ballet group. “The spirit of giving and collaboration is really abundant over there, it just speaks of who they are… It’s just been a delight!”u From 2019 By Dd Photography
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uses an off-stage, real-world location with its own architectural and aesthetic meaning to enhance the impact and artistry of the performance. “My background allows me to adapt to any space and tell a story because that is what we are doing: telling a story,” Kylie says. A cast of 78 performers will dance across the gardens and museums of Columbus, with eleven-year-old Mary Frances Young as the lead, Clara, and thirteen-yearold Cason Hayes as the titular Nutcracker Prince. For the famous, emotionally-charged “Pas de Deux,” the Columbus Ballet will welcome two professional guest dancers: Brian Grant of BeastModeBallet, Inc. and Trisha Carter of Dimensions Dance Theater of Miami. The feature-film length production will air free to viewers on WXTX Fox 54 on two separate weekends during the month of December, with details on those times and dates on wxtx.com. You can also follow the group online at Facebook.com/
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TheColumbusBallet for updates and consider visiting them at TheColumbusBallet.com to learn more or make a charitable donation to support the arts in Columbus. You can also check out Jef and Sara Lynn’s work at Facebook.com/ArgoNavisStudios. The dancers, directors and producers hope viewers will enjoy seeing the mixture of iconic locations, artful dance and skillful editing come together for a LocaL
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Columbus Art Pop Up at Heritage 541
From the mind of Shailza Vanacore, and brought to you by Zelda Art, The Columbus Art Pop Up at Heritage will feature different styles of art and pieces from local artists including: Idle Plum Design Co., Plant Hustle Vegan Bakery, Mage & Moon Macrame, Chinthika Brandstetter, Niqo Sama Arts, Gina Tew Design, The Birds and The Bries, Greg Paramore & Usha Verma. Plenty of great local finds for your gift giving and ‘new you’ ideas. Saturday, November 21, 10a - 2p, Heritage Art Center, Columbus
Bunny Hinzman November Open Studio Days & Sale
Take advantage of great discounts on Sacred Art Museum-Quality Giclee prints. Every Friday 1 - 5 and Saturday 10 - 3 in November through Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, Bunny Hinzman Fine Art Studio, Columbus
Light Up MidTown
A celebration of unity and community through art. Art can be a catalyst to create energy and change. Light up Midtown is a special installation that can bring a new identity to the 13th Street corridor. Midtown Inc. will bring a variety of permanent and temporary art installations to view in public spaces allowing for an easy and socially-distant community engagement. From 10th to 13th street. There are four permanent murals and eleven temporary two-dimensional and three-dimensional works placed along with the street’s four blocks. Saturday, November 21, 10 a.m., 13th St, Columbus
Shop Small Vendor Event
Hosted by River Oak Boutique, Online with Facebook Live. Come shop small! Vendors: Exfoliate you scrub lords, Lizzy & Co., Southern Belle Bling, Noah&Abby crafts by Heather, Marcie’s perfect polish, Lesley grave design, Leisure Door Charms. Saturday, November 21, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Online with River Oak Boutique, Columbus
Full Moon Ride - Beaver Moon
Enjoy the full moon with Bruce, Jason, and the rest of the Ride On crew. No spandex needed, this is a chill social ride. Make sure you bring your lights. Monday, November 30, 8 – 10 p.m., Ride On Bikes, 1036 Broadway, Columbus
W.I.L.D Meet Up
Come join us for our monthly meetup at Jarfly - where we have a chance to catch up with one another, talk about past trips and learn about upcoming adventures. This is a great time to come meet many of the ladies involved with WILD, and to bring a gal pal that might be interested in joining us. Hosted by the Women’s Initiative for Learning and Discovery, Wednesday, December 2, 7 – 10 p.m., Jarfly, Columbus
Micro Wrestling at Outlaws
Don’t miss the most Outrageous event touring the US at Outlaws Saloon. The Micro Wrestling Federation is coming to town with midget wrestling.. so let’s get ready to rumble..and check out www.MicroWrestling.com. Thursday, December 3, 8 p.m., Outlaws Saloon, Columbus
Live from the West Side: Vanessa Williams
From New York’s Shubert Virtual Studios, Williams will perform a mix of Broadway show tunes, pop songs, and personal stories. Questions can even be submitted in advance to be answered during the show. Mark your calendar now for Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway featuring Vanessa Williams - coming to your living room December 5. Hosted Online by RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, Columbus
Merry Market at Columbus Convention and Trade Center
Save the date for our NEW Merry Market taking place on December 4-5th. Christmas decorations, presents, complimentary hot cocoa and a movie. Dec 4, 5 p.m. & Dec 5, 2 p.m., Columbus Trade Center, Columbus
2020 Breakfast with Santa
What child wouldn’t love to have breakfast with ol Saint Nick? All proceeds for this event help to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Saturday, December 5, 8 – 10 a.m., Columbus, Georgia Convention & Trade Center, Columbus
Heritage 541 Winter Showcase
Heritage will be showcasing our artists in a beautiful, classic show. Our artists have prepared works that are priced for gift giving. In addition, they will have investment pieces for your own collection on display as well. There is something for every taste and price point and we can’t wait to show you! Saturday, December 5, 5 – 8 p.m., Heritage Art Center, Columbus
Virtual Astronomy Night
We are back at it again with one of our fun and educational virtual astronomy nights with the Director of the WestRock Observatory, Rosa Williams! Join us for a Facebook live, Saturday Dec 5th (Official time to be announced) for an exciting tour of the night sky. Saturday, December 5, 8 – 9 p.m., Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Columbus
“Uncorked” Painting Party with Artist Jessica Kennedy
Bring a bottle of wine and your favorite person for an “Uncorked” Painting Party with local Artist Jessica Lyn Kennedy. No creative or artistic skills needed to join this party. Events at the NIM. Limited tickets available. $35.00/ ticket Visit “getlocaltix.com” to reserve your seat. Thursday, December 10, 5:30 – 8 p.m., National Infantry Museum, Columbus
The Winter Wonderettes
This seasonal celebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party. Featuring great 60’s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is, of course, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday production is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Performed on the Springer main stage, December 10th - 20th. SpringerOperahouse.org
2020 Lights For Heroes Christmas Parade
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developed a curious interest in the anatomy of movement, and this interest grew to become a key aspect of her work. As she studied horses, she experimented with representing the movement of the subject. “I eventually transferred my focus from equine anatomy to the human body,” Bunny said. Bunny attended CSU as an art history major, continuing to develop her interest in movement and space as she found inspiration Hanging My First Solo Exhibit, Equine Moments: Exposing A Passion
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By Natalie Downey rt is essential to the life of Columbus. All our A local artists have their own unique style and place in the community, and this diversity of art
represents the variety of lives that make up our town. Local artist Bunny Hinzman has been drawing since she was a child. Growing up in a military family, she moved around and had the opportunity to visit art museums and exhibits across the country. She was homeschooled, and art was an integral part of her education. When Bunny’s family settled in Waverly Hall, they started a farm, and Bunny flourished in an area surrounded by nature. Eventually, Bunny’s family
walls.” At the age of fourteen, Bunny began a horse racing blog, Bits N’ Bunny, writing about the topic she had fallen in love with. Her blog received more than 400,000 unique visitors, and she went on to receive media credentials at every major racetrack. As a teenager, Bunny worked for NBC during the Kentucky Derby and Oaks coverage. Her horse racing writing extended to magazines, and Bunny had more than 100 articles published in magazines such as International Racehorse Magazine, The Jockey Club’s America’s Best Racing, and the BloodHorse’s Keeneland Magazine, among others. “Years before starting college, my article,
in Italian Futurism, and, eventually, through her study of the history of the kimono, Japanese aesthetics. Bunny’s studies led her to learn about the Japanese concept of “ma” (space).
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adopted an elderly Thoroughbred horse named Polka, a step that would lead Bunny in the direction of what would become her passion. As Bunny became familiar with her family’s horse, she found a passion she had never known before. “I became engrossed with every aspect of his pedigree,” Bunny recalled. “I began sketching racehorses, and these drawings covered my bedroom LocaL
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“The use of ma creates an intimate interaction between the body and its surroundings,” Bunny says. Ma is about the body and how it experiences the space around it. In her work, she uses light and darkness to create the essence of the movement of a body within space. Working with other artists in areas of music, theatre, and dance, Bunny says she “seeks to merge creative expressions into one harmony.” In one series, Movement, Bunny drew musicians from the Schwob School of Music without their instruments, portraying the movement and energy in their performances. One of the most unique aspects of Bunny’s work is her commitment to exploring the possibility of drawing as a finished medium. While drawing is often considered on a spectrum from a rough draft
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artist and those appreciating the art. With the difficulties our world and community have faced this year, Bunny feels it especially important to continue her momentum toward growth as a local artist. Appreciative of the growth she’s seen in the art community in Columbus, she doesn’t want to slow down or stop because of the pandemic. Her studio recently opened in UpTown Columbus, offering a place to showcase her work and “foster a dialogue with the
to a finished work, Bunny sees drawing as one of the most original art forms and the basis of all art design. “My drawings are not just studies toward paintings or sculptures, but stand as independent works,” Bunny explained. She sees drawing as enabling her to pursue limitless possibilities in her creations, allowing her to push limits and produce an “intricately resolved work of art.” The human form is an intimate, personal study, and Bunny hopes that her work with the figural in art will “inspire a fresh look at humanity across cultures, in our generation and generations to follow.” Her
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community,” Bunny said. She hopes to eventually offer in-studio events and programs for the community to get involved with her and her art. Her newly-opened studio is located at 621 2nd Avenue, in Columbus’s Historic District. She welcomes visitors Friday’s from 1-5 and Saturday’s from 10-3. Or by appointment through bunnyhinzman.com. u 19
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s you pull up into the parking lot of Warehouse 9 A you can’t help but know where you are. There’s an enormous “9” painted on the side of the building and the
Warehouse 9 is the vision made possible by the teamwork of owner Paresh Patel and Chef Derek Shelling. It took months of blood, sweat, tears, and
as several fish dishes for the seafood enthusiast. With options such as the In & Out stuffed burger, a triple decker Reuben and the Island Chicken sandwich, the hardest part will be choosing what to get. Chef Derek takes his patron’s palates on a sensory experience for both lunch and dinner at a very reasonable price, while the spacious event hall is capable of handling everything from a fabulous wedding to a pop-up art show all perfect for social distancing. The more we learned about Chef Derek, the more we wanted to know. From the ripe age of eight, Shelling told us he had declared his place in the kitchen alongside his grandmother, whom he credits as the roots of his passion. Shelling recalls days with his grandmother, “snapping peas, shucking corn, peeling potatoes, and we fed the
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name of the restaurant and event center spelled out in bold black brick on the side. The former Tom’s Peanuts warehouse of 1925 now sits proudly adorned in her new artwork. Located on the corner of 10th Avenue and 9th at 920 9th Street, set just off the beaten path of the Historic District and Uptown Columbus near the Liberty District, the building is set to help bridge a gap between the Uptown and Midtown areas. The sizeable parking lot gives way to a wide staircase leading up to the double-door entrance, where a cozy
even a bout of covid-19, but Chef Derek along with Paresh and their crew opened Warehouse 9 in August of this year. Warehouse 9’ executive Chef Derek Shelling offers a classic American menu with an ample range of upscale appetizers, entrees,’ cocktails and desserts. From burgers, to pasta, to seafood, everything is gorgeous and Instagram-worthy. “We want Warehouse 9 to become not just a local place to hang out, but a local brand,” Shelling said. We couldn’t get enough of their signature lemonade, Kimberly Dyann Photography
patio eagerly awaits patrons wanting to take refuge for the afternoon. As you walk inside, smiling masked covered faces greet you as you are welcomed to the grand dining room. The bar is covered with gold shiny pennies and is fully stocked. The only thing to do now is have a taste of what’s on the menu. LocaL
crab cakes with remoulade sauce and their savory philly cheesesteak. Another winner for our foodie friends was the cajun pasta, though we highly suggest you try a lil’ bit of everything. The crew is known to put just about anything together for their guests, all dietary needs included. The menu boasts a variety of salads, as well 20
neighborhood, that’s what we did.” He later found himself in restaurants, starting off as a dishwasher and moving up the ladder from there, learning all the way. When the opportunity to create the vision of Warehouse 9 came, the 24-year restaurant industry veteran felt like he had found the opportunity to return to the kitchen as a passion rather than a paycheck. While his roots are grown in southern style, Shelling doesn’t see his work as traditionally southern. “I want to have a unique twist to everything I touch, so you can know that you had my food,” he said. The new restaurant has already garnered attention with its recent hosting of Dr. Jill Biden, where several officials joined the former second lady to meet with military members and their families. Alongside Biden were Georgia State Senator Ed Harbison, as well as Georgia State Representative Carolyn Hugley, among others. Shelling wants his guests to know that all necessary precautions against the Coronavirus are being taken. While Warehouse 9 got its start amid the global pandemic, he never saw it as a challenge. Shelling started NOVEMBER -DECEMBER 2020
out with current precautions ingrained into his business plan from the beginning. Warehouse 9 also offers meal preps for your family’s weeknight routine. Customers can choose from the meal prep menu listed on the website, or even schedule a consultation with Chef Derek himself for an individually curated menu to fit their dietary needs. From on and off-site catering to an open bar, dining in, attending an event, or ordering takeout, you can rest assured that your food is prepared with caution and care. In the future, Shelling hopes to expand his meal prepping to be able to ship orders nationally. In the near future, however, local customers can look for an expanded
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dinner menu to come. Warehouse 9 is currently open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday for lunch and dinner, with Saturdays, Sunday’s, Monday’s and Tuesday’s reserved for events. For event reservations, catering, takeout, or meal prep orders call Warehouse 9 at 706-780-1300. Order delivery through their partnership with TakeoutStar concierge delivery service at 706-715-5505 and online at warehouse9.com “Creating all these plates and everybody loving it, I can do that all day,” ~ Chef Derek Shelling. u Kimberly Dyann Photography
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Jim Brickman “Comfort & Joy At Home” Virtual Tour
Brickman will bring the live streaming concert experience up close and personal by blending yuletide memories and holiday carols with his own hit songs such as, “The Gift,” “Sending You A Little Christmas,” “Angel Eyes” and “If You Believe.” Brickman will warm the hearts of all as sweet sounds of faith and love make spirits bright, bringing family and friends together for anything but a silent night. Friday, December 11, 8 p.m., Hosted by RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, Columbus
Top 50 Car Show 17th Annual Christmas-4-Kidz
Cruise-in / Car Show @ Cook’s Place! (Cook’s Hotdog’s) All Makes and Model Vehicles Welcome “Imports, Muscle, Classics, New, Old, All Cars & Bikes Welcome”. 50/50 Drawing, Goodie Bags, Raffle Items, Music, Food, Fun, Free Coffee, For Further Information Contact Wayne & Lisa Powell (706) 580-7354 or Roy Cook (706) 464-8899. Saturday, December 12, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., 5837 Nancy Ave, Columbus
A December to Remember
Chattahoochee Art Project will be hosting a Holiday Art Exhibit Saturday December 12th from 1pm-4pm. There will be multiple Artists with work available to purchase. You are sure to find that perfect present for someone on your list. Give the gift of Art this Holiday season. Saturday, December 12, 1 – 4 p.m., Heritage Art Center, Columbus
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