Special Events

Exhibit: They say she is bipolar and he's got OCD
Featuring the artwork of Pierre Leichner
Now through February 3
Fresh A.I.R. Gallery
Gallery hours are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. http://www.southeastinc.com/freshair

Good Design in Hard Times
Now through February 4
OSU Urban Arts Space
Tim Lai and Eliza Ho of ALTernative explore the way creative design responds to a weak economy, proposing four design projects for North Columbus that raise awareness of the city's built environment. http://www.uas.osu.edu

Exhibit: Bright Black and Veiled
Now through February 10
OSU Urban Arts Space
Presented by City Center Gallery, this is an exhibition of large-scale paintings by local artists Stefan Hoza and Adam Johnson. The artists work to extinguish the idea of the "enlightened painting" in favor of an inclusive dialogue with their viewers. http://www.uas.osu.edu

FFN's Date Night
Through February 18, Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.
MadLab Theatre and Gallery
Enjoy this evening of true-life talks of love retold as only FFN can do it, through improv and in a not-so-true way. Tickets are 10.00, 8.00 for students and seniors, and 6.00 for members. Call 614.221.5418 or visit http://www.madlab.net to purchase.

Object/Imprint
Now through March 3
OSU Urban Arts Space
Curated by Josh Foy and Melissa Vogley Woods, this exhibition showcases the work of regional artists who have transitioned from traditional art mediums to non-traditional realms while maintaining a fixation on objects that typify those root traditions. http://www.uas.osu.edu

Tracing Lines Project
Now through March 24
OSU Urban Arts Space
This exhibit helps visitors notice the power lines, water tanks and cell phone towers that are so vital to human life. Five artists reveal connections between our infrastructure and themes of power, communication, mobility, consumption and contemporary culture through photographic works, paintings and sculpture as well as public programming. http://www.uas.osu.edu

Orchids! Vibrant Victoriana
Now through April 8
Franklin Park Conservatory
Escape to an era of elegance and luxury. Stroll through a warm, vibrant garden. Discover the beauty and grace of these infamous blooms. Hundreds of orchid blooms fill the historic glass Showhouse with an artful display of splendor and warmth. Awaken your senses on a dreary winter day and envision an elegant outdoor Victorian garden. http://www.fpconservatory.org

Black History Month
February 1 - 29; Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Ohio Statehouse
There are a variety of exhibits and special events happening throughout the month in honor of Black History Month. Check out a special K - third grade student art exhibit, Rosa Parks: The Power of One, with works expressing the students' artistic expression of how they would change the world for the better. On Tuesdays, living history programs will be presented in the Museum Gallery; visitors will meet first-person interpreters of prominent African-American figures in U.S. history (Harriet Tubman on February 7; Phyllis Wheatley on February 14; Rise and Ride: The Freedom Rider's Story on February 21; and George Washington Williams on February 28). On Wednesdays, enjoy musical performances from noon - 1 p.m. in the Crypt, featuring musical groups celebrating the legacy of music rooted in the African-American experience. Wednesdays also feature a special soul food menu in the Capitol Cafe. Throughout the month, enjoy special tours of the George Washington Williams Memorial, a tribute to Ohio's first African-American legislator. http://www.ohiostatehouse.org

MORPC Prospective Homebuyers Classes
February 1, 8 and 15, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
111 Liberty St., Suite 100
The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission is offering classes for prospective homebuyers. They will learn about budgets, mortgages, credit and home inspections. The certificate received after attending all three classes can be used to help qualify for area down payment assistance programs. For details or to register, call 614.233.4176 or email homeownership@morpc.org.

Networking Event: Firsty Thursday at Fleur Cocktail Lounge
February 2, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Fleur Cocktail Lunge
Join the Columbus AMA for Firsty Thursday for a networking event in a fun and casual atmosphere. Fleur will offer happy hour pricing for beers, martinis and specialty cocktails; the Columbus AMA will offer no-cost food. Please register for the event at http://eevent.com/firsty-thursday/0212.

Jazz Moves Columbus
February 2 - 12
Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center
Three Columbus organizations, Jazz Arts Group, BalletMet and WOSU Public Media, have developed an innovative and unprecedented collaboration to celebrate Columbus' past, present and future through the first major presentation of the 200Columbus celebration, Jazz Moves Columbus. These unique and creative multi-media performances will celebrate Columbus' 200th birthday through music, dance and imagery. Single tickets are available through the CAPA ticket office and range from 30.00 to 49.00. Limited numbers of specially priced bicentennial tickets of 20.12 will be available at the door. Student tickets are also available for 15.00 with a valid ID at the door. Advance tickets are available by phone at 614.469.0939 and through all Ticketmaster outlets. http://www.jazzartsgroup.org

The Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan
February 4, 8 p.m.
Palace Theatre
Best-selling author and television star, Cesar Millan, comes to Columbus to share his secrets on how to transform dogs and their owners. Tickets are 35.75 - 45.75. http://www.ticketmaster.com.

The Wright Brothers
February 5, 2 p.m.
Kelton House Museum & Garden
The Columbus Children's Theatre will present The Wright Brothers, a child-friendly play about Wilbur and Orville Wright. Tickets are 6.00 for adults and 4.00 for children. Call 614.464.2022 for reservations. http://www.keltonhouse.com

Art Explorations for Kids: Exploring Object/Imprint
February 11, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Urban Arts Space
Children will explore the exhibition Object/Imprint with artist and curator Melissa Vogley Woods. Using tape and other found household objects, children ages four to eight will make a new piece of artwork inspired by the exhibition. The program is no cost, but space is limited. RSVP by phone to 614.292.8861. http://www.uas.osu.edu

Cultural Arts Center's Bicentennial ARTISTS' inFORMAL Party
February 11, 7 - 10 p.m.
Cultural Arts Center
You are invited to join Columbus' Arts Community to have a Bicentennial "Ball" at the "informal" party. Eat, drink, dance, laugh and be counted. Dress with an artistic flair. This is a huge party to show off, congratulate, appreciate, praise and applaud Columbus' vital arts community. http://www.CulturalArtsCenterOnline.org/informal

Kids, Courage and the Civil War
February 12, 3 p.m.
Kelton House Museum & Garden
The Imaginating Dramatics Company will present Kids, Courage and the Civil War, a child-friendly play with music that dramatizes the effect of war on children, utilizing the words of children from the North and South recorded in journals as its source. This is appropriate for children ages four and over. Tickets are 6.00 for adults and 4.00 for children. Call 614.464.2022 for reservations. http://www.keltonhouse.com

Columbus Historical Society Celebrates Columbus' 200th Birthday
February 14, 7 - 9 p.m.
COSI

Stop by for a first look at the Columbus Historical Society's new home at COSI and the opening of their interactive exhibit showcasing Columbus' unique past. Enjoy an opening celebration, self-guided and hosted tours of the new exhibit, and a chance to watch WOSU's Downtown/Franklinton neighborhoods documentary on COSI's Extreme Screen. This event is no cost and open to the public, but reservations are required. Parking is available for 4.00 in the COSI lots or at nearby street meters. To register, visit https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=pynkfneab&oeidk=a07e5ipfrl1f0bec838&oseq=a014ngjx7b3xk.