Weekend Warriors

December 20, 2023 - A lot of people I know are entertaining family over the holidays and/or just trying to keep young’uns distracted. For them I have made a list of family friendly events that are interactive and/or will get everyone moving and out of the...

December 13, 2023 - As we continue rolling into mid-December, I’m trying to slow down time. I love this season, but I just can’t keep up with all the concerts, light shows, parties and holiday fun. But thankfully I have the calendar on ColumbusMakesArt.com to...

December 06, 2023 - Preparing for the holidays can be exhausting even when it’s fun. So, a break where I can just take in a performance or exhibition is a must. There is a ton going on this time of year, but I’ve highlighted 11 arts events both seasonal and...

November 29, 2023 - Whew! This week seems quiet after the fun and busy-ness of hosting my family for Thanksgiving. But now it feels like the holidays have really kicked off, and one glance at the calendars on ColumbusMakesArt.com tells me this season will be...

November 22, 2023 - Whether your holiday is full of gratitude, family or hiding and booze, post-Thursday you may want to venture out and I have you covered with these seven arts recommendations. Personally I’m not one to rush into the Christmas season. I’m...

November 15, 2023 - Last week I was out west visiting one of my brothers in Livingston, Montana. It’s a cool little town surrounded by mountains with great food, beer, history and art. We spent a little time visiting some of the small arts centers and...

November 08, 2023 - Listen, I’ll be honest here, as much as I enjoy the arts, I’m no expert. Not by a longshot. There are many occasions where I attend a show and don’t quite “get it.” What I love is that I don’t have to. I just have to go into the event with...

November 01, 2023 - This Thursday night we’ll be celebrating GCAC’s Big Arts Night and 50th anniversary celebration at the Southern Theatre and the Westin. This was one of my favorite nights of 2022, a big party to highlight the accomplishments of Columbus...

October 25, 2023 - Dear October, what’s the rush? We barely had a chance to visit. Am I alone in feeling like this month just flew by? If you too want to squeeze every last bit of fun out of October then here is a short list of events—some holiday-centric,...

October 18, 2023 - Lately we’ve enjoyed plenty of fun arts adventures. I caught a concert at the intimate Rambling House last week. On Saturday we stopped by Scrawl, one of my favorite festivals in Columbus. And with our oldest being in marching band, we’re...