Stigmatized: The African-American Male and Schizophrenia
Fresh A.I.R. Gallery
February 15 - March 30; Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Opening reception: February 15, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Fresh A.I.R. Gallery is please to present this exhibit of drawings by Michael Coppage. http://www.southeastinc.com/freshair
Endurance Sports Expo
February 16, 6 - 8 p.m.
The Athletic Club of Columbus
Come to this event for runners, swimmers, cyclists and triathletes where you can talk to experts and get information on races. You will also find apparel from vendors, and can take a tour of the Athletic Club. http://www.accolumbus.com
Pecha Kucha Columbus
February 16, 6 p.m.
Columbus Museum of Art
This event celebrates Pecha Kucha Columbus' fifth anniversary. Each speaker will follow the international Pecha Kucha format of showing 20 images and speaking about each image for 20 seconds. Guests will have access to CMA's galleries throughout the evening; the musical act Coal Fired Bicycle will perform during intermission. Food will be available from local food trucks and indoor food vendors; cash bar will be available. Suggested donation is $2 per person. No cost parking is available in the museum parking lot and the State Auto parking lot. http://www.pecha-kucha.org
Black Tie Blue Jackets Style Show
February 16, 2012, 5:30pm - 10:00 p.m.
Nationwide Arena
This event celebrates the courage of pediatric cancer heroes as they walk side-by-side with Blue Jackets players, their wives and girlfriends in a runway show. Set on Center Ice at Nationwide Arena, the event includes cocktails, fabulous food, live and silent auctions, and the features Style Show.
Council President Andrew Ginther Roundtable
February 16, 8 - 9 a.m.
Capital Club
Join Columbus City Council President Andrew J. Ginther in a roundtable discussion on local business and governmental issues. Maximum attendance is 20 and registration is open only to Columbus Chamber members. Registration is $25 per person. Contact nicole_piscitani@columbus.org with questions.
Mark Soppeland Exhibit: Palace of Wonders and Mysteries
February 17 - March 24; Mondays, 1 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 10 p.m.; Tuesday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 - 10 p.m.; Friday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; closed Sunday
Artist's Reception: February 17, 7 - 9 p.m.
The Cultural Arts Center
http://www.culturalartscenteronline.org
MadLab Auditions
February 18, noon - 3 p.m.
MadLab Theatre and Gallery
Open auditions are being held for Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett. They are seeking males 18 and older and a male child actor. Production dates are September 6 - 9 and 13 - 15. Prepare a comedic monologue up to two minutes in length. You may be asked to read from the script as well. Contact director Andy Batt at andypbatt@gmail.com with questions.
PBJ & Jazz: New Basics Brass Band
February 18, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Lincoln TheatreThe Jazz Arts Group Jazz Academy's PBJ & Jazz concert series introduces young children and their families to jazz and American music. This month's concert features the New Basics Brass Band. Tickets are $5 per person with a family maximum of $20. Children receive a peanut butter & jelly sandwich, juice and a cookie. http://www.jazzartsgroup.org
OHIOCENTRIC Exhibition Reception
February 18, 1 - 3 p.m.
OSU Urban Arts Space
Come see the OHIOCENTRIC exhibition and celebrate Columbus' birthday at this no-cost public reception. In honor of the Columbus Bicentennial, City Center Gallery brings 63 works of art by 51 Ohio artists to the Urban Arts Space. The first, second and third place prizewinners as picked by the guest juror, Riffe Gallery Director Mary Gray, will be announced during the reception. Refreshments and drinks will be provided. http://www.uas.osu.edu
Social Media Club of Columbus - February Luncheon Meeting
February 21, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Come to the monthly meeting of the Social Media Club of Columbus for a fun, friendly and informative experience for professionals, regardless of social media experience. http://smccolumbus.org/
Transportation Reauthorization Panel with Congressman Steve Stivers
February 21, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission
Join Congressman Steve Stivers, Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jerry Wray, Executive Director of MORPC Chester Jourdan and Senior Vice President of McGraw-Hill Education Tim Williams for a discussion on the importance of the Federal Transportation Reauthorization Bill and how it impacts the Columbus region. Admission is free for both members and non-members. http://www.morpc.org
Columbus Chamber Annual Meeting
February 22, 7 - 9 a.m.
Greater Columbus Convention Center, Battelle Grand Ballroom
Join the Columbus Chamber as they launch the new Columbus Chamber with a renewed focus on success and growth of the region's economy. The keynote address will be presented by Nancy Kramer, founder and chairman, Resource Interactive. Tickets are $75 for members and $90 for non-members. http://www.columbus.org
CityMusic presents The Klezmatics
February 23, 8 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre
World-renowned superstars of the Klezmer world, the Klezmatics, will perform, preceded by a special interview presented by the OSU Melton Center for Jewish Studies at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $26 for adults, $21 for seniors and $11 for students and can be purchased through the CAPA ticket office at 614.469.0939 or Ticketmaster. http://www.CityMusicColumbus.org.
Islam in Africa's Experience: Expansion, Revival & Radicalization
February 23, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
at WOSU @ COSI
The Columbus Council on World Affairs presents this presentation by Dr. Ali A. Mazrui, who is widely consulted on many issues including constitutional change and educational reform, Islamic culture and Muslim history. http://columbusworldaffairs.org/
2012 CATCO-Phoenix Gala - ACT I
February 25, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Celebrate live theatre and join CATCO/Phoenix for their annual gala. Enjoy complimentary wine, beer, hors d'oeuvres by Cameron Mitchell Catering, a silent auction and more to support CATCO/Phoenix. ACT I tickets are $50. Gala tickets are $200. To purchase tickets call 614.719.6614 or email cmccoy@capa.com. http://www.catcoistheatre.org/support-community
Casino Couture: A Junior League of Columbus Fundraiser
February 25, 7 - 11 p.m.
Columbus Museum of Art
This is the 8th Annual Spring Fundraiser for the Junior League of Columbus. The event features music, gambling, live and silent auction, food and drinks. Tickets are $125 in advance or $150 at the door. To purchase tickets call 614.4647.2717 or visit http://www.jlcolumbus.org.
People Helping People Big Ride
February 25, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
YMCA Downtown
All money raised from this event goes back to the community through YMCA programming. For $30 you can ride a two-hour slot (either 9 - 11 a.m. or 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.); for $60 you can ride the full four hours. The cost increases to $45 per two-hour slot for non-members. Enjoy a ride for a good cause in the YMCA Downtown aerobic studio. To register or ask questions, contact Sue Darby at 614.224.1137 extension 270 or sdarby@ymcacolumbus.org.
