Traffic Alert

 

Race for the Cure Traffic Closures

The 2013 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure will take place on May 18 downtown. The event will draw crowds in excess of 45,000 people, which will have a significant impact on motorists and pedestrians in the area.

 

On Friday, May 17 at 6 p.m.  Broad St. will close between High and Third streets through approximately 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 18.

 

On Saturday, May 18 at 6 a.m. the following roads will close: Front St. between Gay and Rich streets; Broad St. between High St. and Civic Center Dr.; and High St. between Rich and Broad streets.

 

Roads along the race route will begin closing at approximately 8 a.m. There will be rolling closures along the race course. Motorists who are not attending the events are advised to avoid the area. The race should conclude by noon.

 

5K Races - Competitive (8 a.m.); Coed Run (8:10 a.m.); Coed Walk (8:20 a.m.)

Races begin near City Hall (corner of Elm and Front); north on Front St.; east on Spring St.; north on High St.; west on Goodale St.; south on Park/Front St.; west on Nationwide Blvd.; south on Neil Ave.; east on Long St.; south on Marconi Blvd.; west on Broad St.; south on Belle St.; east on Town/Rich St.; north on High St. to the finish line by the Ohio Statehouse.

 

Mile Fun Walk Course (Starts at 9:15 a.m.)

Walk begins at City Hall (corner of Broad and Front); west on Broad St.; south on Belle St.; east on Town/Rich St.; north on High St. to the finish line by the Ohio Statehouse.

 

Capital Crossroads SID Notes

 

Downtown News Network

Capital Crossroads SID, which publishes this Downtown News Network newsletter, reminds you to feel free to re-purpose the information found here for your own company communications (employee newsletters, for bulletin boards, notices to employees or businesses). For those property managers out there, please share this news with your tenants. It is an easy way to keep up-to-date about what is happening downtown.

 

Right Now Downtown

Capital Crossroads SID also publishes a weekly newsletter called Right Now Downtown, which includes lunch specials, contests for tickets to special events and articles about what is happening in and to our growing and changing downtown. You can sign up for the newsletter here or Capital Crossroads can sign you or your fellow employees up if you email us a list of email addresses to information@downtowncolumbus.com. You will always know what is happening Right Now Downtown!

  

Capital Crossroads SID Membership Program

The Capital Crossroads SID Membership Program gives businesses an opportunity to directly support its work. From an extensive Clean and Safe program to retail initiatives, the SID uses a holistic and successful approach to eliminate disorder and prevent crime while fostering a strong sense of community. If you are interested in discussing how your business can support the program, please email Executive Director Cleve Ricksecker at jcricksecker@sidservices.com or call 614.645.5063.

 

Capital Crossroads SID thanks new supporters of the Membership Program: The Robert Weiler Company and Plante Moran, both at the 1,000.00 level.

 

Pearl Market

Pearl Market is now open for the 2013 season. Head to the alleyways between Broad, Gay and Third Streets, and you will find a wide array of locally grown produce, hand-crafted merchandise and delicious food. The market is open Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., through October 25. Major credit cards and the Ohio Direction Card are accepted. Stop by the Pearl Market Tent for more details. http://www.downtowncolumbus.com/pearlmarket 

 

Pearl Market Farmers Offer CSA Shares

Several Pearl Market farmers are still offering CSA shares for this summer. 

 

Bergefurds Farm Market offers a 20-week share beginning in June with Friday pick-up at Pearl Market. The total cost is 400.00 to 650.00. Contact Marcia Bergefurd at 937.383.2133. http://www.bergefurdsfarmmarket.com 

 

That's My Farmer offers a 22 to 24 week share beginning when produce is ready. All products are natural with no chemicals. You can pick it up Tuesday or Friday at Pearl Market. The cost is 275.00 to 450.00. Contact John Evans at 614.440.1094. http://www.thatsmyfarmer.com 

 

Paige's Produce offers shares mid-May through mid-October with Friday pick-up at Pearl Market. The cost is 295.00 to 520.00. They also have apple and flower shares available. Contact Brian Helser at 740.477.7291. http://www.paigesproduce.com 

 

Shady Grove Farm offers shares early June through late September with pick-up at Pearl Market. The cost is 275.00 to 425.00. They may also have egg, meat, bakery and canning shares available. Contact Harold Dillon at 740.248.1207.

 

News and Notes 

  

Columbus Parent Encourages Family Fun Downtown

The May issue of Columbus Parent offers a great spotlight on the family fun that can be found in the heart of our city. Check out their great round-up here:  

http://www.columbusparent.com/content/stories/2013/05/family-fun-neighborhood-spotlight-downtown.

 

Pints & Pies Happy Hour Starts This Week

Come to Columbus Commons on Thursdays, May 16 - September 19 from 5 - 7 p.m. for Pints & Pies Happy Hour featuring local breweries and serving up pies from Mikey's Late Night Slice Commons Cafe. Meet local brew masters and enjoy live music under the summer sun. For more information and to check out the band line-up, visit http://www.columbuscommons.org.

 

Thursday Kickball League Starts This Week

When you stop by Columbus Commons for Pints & Pies Happy Hour, be sure to cheer on the Columbus Commons Thursday Kickball League teams as they play. Games take place each Thursday, May 16 - July 11 at 5:45 p.m. http://www.columbuscommons.org 

 

CAPA Summer Movie Series Tickets on Sale

The CAPA Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America celebrates its 43rd anniversary this year. You will find an impressive assembly of classics, cult favorites and beloved films. The series runs June 28 - August 25 at the historic Ohio Theatre, with 27 films over nine weeks. Ticket strips can be purchased now through August 11 at the CAPA Ticket Center or at http://www.ticketmaster.com. Strips of 10 tickets are 25.00. Day-of-show tickets to individual films are 4.00 and go on sale one hour prior to show time. http://www.capa.com/presentations/current-season-presentations/capa-summer-movie-series-2013  

 

Columbus Commons Fitness Classes

Once again this year, fitness classes will be offered at the Columbus Commons free of charge. Classes include Bootcamp, Crossfit, Hip Hop, Kickboxing, Yoga and Zumba. All participants are required to register by filling out an online waiver and release. For schedules (classes begin May 6), registration and more, visit http://columbuscommons.org/happenings/fitness-classes/.

 

Special Events

 

Cultural Arts Center Conversations and Coffee

Thursdays, noon - 1 p.m.

Cultural Arts Center

May 16, C. Forrest Amidon (Artist and Book Collector)

May 23, Christiane Buuck (Liturgical Artist)

May 30, Dianne Efsic (Collage and Painting)

http://www.CulturalArtsCenterOnline.org 

 

MadLab: Theatre Roulette 2013

Now through May 25,  Thursday - Saturday, 8 p.m.

MadLab will present the latest edition of Columbus' longest running shorts festival with three very distinct nights rotating over three weekends. All three nights of programming will be presented on the final day of the festival (May 26 at 2 p.m.). Tickets cost 12.00; 10.00 for students/seniors; 8.00 for members. The three shows are: Ladies Night (dedicated to the works of one playwright, Barbara Lindsey); Home Brew (six selections taken from pieces submitted by Central Ohio playwrights); and Mixed Drinks (featuring six selections chosen from over 950 submissions sent from throughout the U.S. and beyond). http://www.madlab.net  

 

Fergus Fellows: Jessika Edgar and Dani Leventhal

Now through June 1

Reception: May 16, 6 - 8 p.m.

OSU Urban Arts Space

Post-MFA Fergus Fellowship recipients Jessika Edgar and Dani Leventhal will exhibit works created during their residency in the Department of Art at The Ohio State University. Funded by the John Fergus Family Fund, these annual, internationally competitive fellowships in the Department of Art offer emerging post-MFA artists the opportunity to have a studio, to teach, lecture and exhibit at Ohio State. Their presence and participation in the Department enriches the experience of students in all areas of studio-based practice. http://www.uas.osu.edu   

 

Vision Unveiled: Goodwill Columbus and Open Door Art Studio

Now through June 1

Reception: May 16, 6 - 8 p.m.

OSU Urban Arts Space

Progressive art studios provide an environment for artists with disabilities to create expressive art and cultivate unique styles. These visionary artists are important voices in the cultural community of any region. Central Ohio is home to both Goodwill Art Studio and Open Door Art Studio, which each provide supplies, space and support for numerous artists who work in a variety of media. This survey of artwork on display in Vision Unveiled introduces Open Door's most established artists and a cross-section of Goodwill Studio's many participating artists.http://www.uas.osu.edu 

 

Bark & Brown IV

May 17, 6 - 8 p.m.

Elevator Brew House

The Columbus Downtown Dog Park will hold its annual fundraiser with a suggested 20.00 per person donation. The event is held at the Elevator Brew House on Fourth St. across from the dog park. With your donation you will enjoy hot dogs, pizza, snacks and cookies. Taste samples of Elevator's brew products and learn from the Brew Masters about how it's done. There will be door prizes and a nice beer glass for each attendee. https://www.facebook.com/ColumbusDowntownDogPark?ref=ts&fref=ts 

 

Shakespeare in the Park

May 17, 18 and 19, 7:30 p.m.

Columbus Commons

Don't miss the Actors' Theatre of Columbus' no-cost performances of Comedy of Errors at the Columbus Commons. Comedy of Errors is a slapstick comedy about two sets of identical twin brothers and a series of escalating misunderstandings and mishaps. It's sure to be a rollicking good time! http://www.columbuscommons.org 

 

3 in 30: First World Problems

May 17 - 19, 10 p.m.

MadLab Theatre and Gallery

MadLab presents 3 in 30: First World Problems. Tickets are 5.00 or 3.00 if you come see Theatre Roulette at 8 p .m. For reservations call 614.221.5418 or email publicity@madlab.net. 

 

Workshop: Always the Write Time with Mimi Chenfeld

May 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Cultural Arts Center

It's always the Write Time: a day of creative writing will start with warm-up exercises, loosening ideas for writers of all levels, all genres or undecideds. This will be an amazing process full of surprises and open doors welcoming exciting ideas. Mimi is a noted educator, writer and specialist in fun. http://www.culturalartscenteronline.org 

 

2nd Annual Young Writers Short Play Festival Auditions

May 18, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Call backs if needed will be held May 19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Rehearsals will begin in June.

Young writers will run with shows on Friday and Saturday nights, July 16 - August 10. Scripts available upon request. Contact Michelle Batt at michelleb@madlab.net.   

  

Columbus Historical Society: 2013 Columbus City Tour Series

May 18

Join the Columbus Historical Society for a trip through the past, the present and what's in store for the future of our city. Travel through downtown, the Short North, German Village, the Arena District, Olde Towne East, the Discovery District, Franklin Park and more. You will hear stories of national significance, international intrigue and local history. The cost for the 2.5 hour tour is 30.00 per person; 27.00 for seniors; and 24.00 for members. Tour dates are the third Saturday of the month, May through October. Register at http://www.columbushistory.org/bus-tour-2013 or call 614.224.0822.

 

Civil War Sesquicentennial Event: Siege of Vicksburg: The Gibraltar of the West Falls

May 24, 11 a.m. - noon

Ohio Statehouse Rotunda

Luke Stedke, Communications and Marketing Manager at the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board, will talk about the brutal Vicksburg campaign, which changed the course of American history. The talk will take place in front of the Lincoln and Soldiers' Memorial in the Statehouse Rotunda. http://www.ohiostatehouse.org 

 

Summer Fridays at the Statehouse Lunchtime Performing Arts Series

Fridays, May 31 - August 30, noon - 1 p.m.

Ohio Statehouse West Steps and Plaza

Enjoy a no-cost lunchtime concert on the West Plaza of the Ohio Statehouse.

May 31 - Opera Columbus (concert performance of La Boheme)

http://www.ohiostatehouse.org 

 

BalletMet Academy Presents Classroom and Beyond

May 31 - June 1; Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 4 and 7:30 p.m.

Capitol Theatre

Students of the BalletMet Dance Academy will share with the community a program showcasing their talent and training in a variety of dance styles including ballet, tap, jazz, flamenco and modern dance. Advance pre-ordered tickets are 13.00 for a single performance or 34.00 for a passport ticket good for all three performances if purchased before May 30. Day-of-show tickets are 15.00 for single performance or 40.00 for the passport ticket. To purchase advance tickets and information on summer camps and classes contact the BalletMet Dance Academy at 614.224.1672 or online at http://www.balletmet.org. 

 

Exhibition: The Predator and Prey

June 1 -  July 28

Hawk Galleries

Opening Reception: June 1, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

This exhibit features work by John James Audubon, Mark Petrovic, and Kari Russel-Pool. http://www.hawkgalleries.com 

   

Restaurant Reminders

  

Food Truck Food Court

Columbus Commons

The weekly Food Truck Food Court is every Thursday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. through the summer months. The court features local food trucks serving up some of the best food Columbus has to offer. Enjoy unique dishes from Ajumama, Burrito Bus, Hungry Monkey, Leslie's Creperie, Paddy Wagon, Pitabilities, That Food Truck and a rotating dessert truck (starting with Sweet! The Mobile Cupcakery). http://columbuscommons.org/happenings/food-trucks/ 

 

Columbus Restaurants and Hotels Awarded Four Diamond Status

Seven Columbus restaurants and hotels were awarded AAA Four Diamond status, including downtown locations M, Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel and The Westin Columbus.

  

Retail Notes

 

Robert Mason Stationer and Furnishings

You may have checked out the new pop-up retail store inside Sugardaddy's on Gay St., but did you know that Robert Mason Stationer and Furnishings also can order all your office supply needs, and they will match those big box store prices. So, you can support local entrepreneurs and save a buck. Check out their Facebook page here and learn more about the shop here. 

 

Arts Calendar

 

May 14 - 19; Broadway In Columbus: Les Miserable; Ohio Theatre; http://www.broadwayincolumbus.com