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June 19, 2019 - Hey there — Nichole here. It’s my last week interning at Greater Columbus Arts Council, so I’ll be recommending things to fill up your weekend, and mine, from the ColumbusMakesArt.com event page for the last time. Of course, I’ll continue...

July 17, 2019 - These days we are in full space mode. Our youngest’s latest obsession is space travel, which coincides perfectly with the 50th anniversary of the moon landing this Saturday, July 20. We’ve been watching videos of shuttle launches, reading...

December 11, 2019 - ’Tis the season for traditions. The arts have their annual traditions too, such as The Nutcracker and holiday concerts. And for many, these traditions act as a buffer from all the hustle and bustle, and they help inspire that sense of...

September 09, 2020 - Times are tough, I know, but I really take heart in all the activity from Columbus arts organizations this week. Even just a quick glance at the calendars on ColumbusMakesArt.com and I’m seeing everything from new exhibitions to live...

September 16, 2020 - Fall is coming! *dances excitedly around office to embarrassment of co-workers* Fall is coming! I love fall. I love this weather. And, you know what? It’s nice to get excited about something positive for a change. You know what’s fun on...

September 30, 2020 - Good bye September, I barely knew ya. Anyone else feel like time is simultaneously dragging and flying by? No? Just me? Ok. Well, It seems like I was only just starting the week and already I am thinking of the weekend. The arts have...

October 21, 2020 - I’m pretty sure I have entered a state of constant anxiety. It’s exhausting, but one way I find relief is through the arts. Whether it’s music, a good story or a visual feast, the arts give my anxious mind a much needed respite. This...

February 10, 2021 - It’s cold. Two things I focus on instead of whining about the cold: mask wearing keeps my face warm and virtual events have the added benefit of full control over temperature settings and require no scraping of car windows. Searching...

December 29, 2021 - The year is wrapping up (anyone else feeling like 2020 and 2021 kind of melded together? Just me? Ok). This means that many wonderful shows will soon be closing. If you are fortunate enough to have some extra time off during the holiday...

January 12, 2022 - New year. Same “ish”. But, the arts do persevere and bring some needed joy. Below is a list of arts events planned for this weekend. If you want to check out any of these events, please check in with the organizers prior to going to ensure...