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BULLETIN BOARD FEBRUARY 2010

EVENTS FEBRUARY 2010

COLUMBUS NEIGHBORHOODS: SHARE YOUR STORY EVENT: WOSU Public Media will hold a community storytelling event during Gallery Hop on Sat., March 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Sherrie Gallerie, 694 N. High St. The event will provide an opportunity for individuals to share stories, historical films, and photographs representing the Short North neighborhood. This event coincides with the production of Columbus Neighborhoods, a multimedia, public engagement project that will focus on the history and culture of the city’s historic neighborhoods. Individuals can reserve a time to share their informaiton with WOSU at the event. Time slots will be 15 minutes long and videoptaped. To reserve call 614-291-9678 or email wosu@osu.edu. [See complete details on Neighborhood Events pg]

KING AVENUE PLAYERS PREMIER OF SIX VOICES: The King Avenue Players, a theatrical ministry of King Avenue United Methodist Church, invites you to A Winter Evening: King Avenue Players Premiere of Pat Kessler’s Six Voices on Sat., Feb. 20 in the church Fellowship Hall. The characters in Six Voices examine the moment in each of their lives that began their journey toward joy. Written by Patricia Kessler, Six Voices premiered at Curtain Players 2007 Playwright’s Festival. This will be the first fundraiser event for the King Avenue Players. The evening includes appetizers and piano entertainment by David Darr prior to the performance with coffee and desserts. A talkback with the playwright, director and actors occurs after the show. Doors open at 7 p.m., the performance begins at 8 p.m. The church is located at 299 King Ave. at the corner of Neil Ave. Parking is available in the church lot. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets may be reserved by calling 614-424-6050 or emailing april.olt@gmail.com. [See complete details Neighborhood Events]

COFFEE AND CONVERSATION AT THE JUNGHAUS: Exploring Jungian Themes in Film. Using Jungian concepts such as anima/animus, dreams, symbols, shadow etc. Held at JungHaus, 59 W. Third Ave. on Feb. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon. Faciliated by Heidi Sommer McAlister. Event is free but offerings welcome. For more information, call 614-291-8050 or visit www.jungcentralohio.org

OHIO INSTITUTE OF ENERGETIC STUDIES & BODYWORK MEDITATION: A meditation class will be given by Peace Village on Sun., Feb. 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Ohio Institute of Energetic Studies & Bodywork, 1253 N. High St. Call 614-299-9438 for more informaiton. Visit www.ohioinstitute.com

PENNE PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER: St. Francis of Assisi Church, 386 Buttles Ave., will be holding their fun and flavorful annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser on Sat., Feb. 13 from 12 to 7 p.m. The Fly-Town guys will once again be making their famous homemade sauce with penne pasta and meatball, along with Italian salad, roll, dessert and drink for the price of $8 for adults, $5 for children under 10. Stop by for a fabulous dinner and great lineup of live entertainment, a prize raffle, bake sale by the parishes best bakers, and (new this year) a silent auction of items created by artist members of the parish, including jewelry, ceramics and photography. All proceeds benefit St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Take out available. Free parking. Call 614-299-5781 for more information or visit www.sfacolumbus.or [See complete details on Neighborhood Events]

PEACETIME BENEFIT: Performances by Dan Dougan, and Leah-Carla Gordone on Sun., Feb. 14 at Victorian’s Midnight Café, 251 W. 5th Ave. from 7 to 10 p.m. Proceeds help arrange bus transportation to Washington, D.C., for the National Peace March on March 20. Suggested donation of $10. Dance, listen, smile, learn more and register for the trip. Visit www.columbuspeacenetwork.org. For more information, lithag@aol.com

PIANO AND ORGAN RECITAL: King Avenue United Methodist Church in Victorian Village will welcome organist Nathan Stewart and pianist Kazuyo Shimizu on Sun., Feb. 14 for a joint recital in the church sanctuary at 3 p.m. Stewart will play works by Bach, Mendelssohn, Rawsthorne, Vaughan-Williams, and Vierne. Shimizu will perform works by Bach, Beethoven, Liszt and Rorem. A Mendelssohn organ duet, a Franck piano/organ duet and Bach harpsichord duet will also be performed. The public is invited. There is no charge although a freewill offering will be accepted to help offset expenses. The King Avenue United Methodist Church is located at 299 King Avenue at the corner of Neil Avenue. Parking is available in the church lot. email cmcmanus@earthlink.net for more information. [See complete details and photo on Neighborhood Events]

JUNG ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL OHIO LECTURE AND WORKSHOP: Awakening the Ecstatic Experience: Belinda Gore, Ph.D. Held at First Community Church South Campus in Columbus. Evening Lecture with slides Fri., Feb. 19, 7 to 9 p.m: An introduction to The Ecstatic Experience and Ecstatic Body Postures from the artwork of indigenous people worldwide. Experiential workshop Sat. Feb. 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Friday lecture provides an introduction and the workshop offers an opportunity to learn the method and experience postures for healing and seeking guidance (divination). For fees and questions, call 614-291-8050 or visit www.jungcentralohio.org

SHORT NORTH CIVIC ASSOCIATION MEETING: Public meeting covering neighborhood issues and projects. Everyone is welcome, and all members in good standing may vote on issues before the association. Held monthly on the third Thursday from 7 to 8:30 pm in Goodale Park Shelter House. Scheduled Thurs., Feb. 18. Call 614-228-2912. Visit www.shortnorthcivic.org

TRAVONNA COFFEE HOUSE EVENTS: Every Monday: Live acoustical music. Every Wednesday: Poetry Jam, anyone is welcome to read their poetry. Fridays: Open Mic Night, sign up for a 30 minute slot and perform your musical talents. Latte and mocha specials event nights. Travonna Coffee House, 1195 N. High St., is located near 5th Avenue. Call 614-725-4151 for more information.

BYZANTIUM BEAD CLASSES: Winter classes in bead-making, stringing, seed bead weaving, precious metal clay, earrings and more! Most classes are held one day and last anywhere from 3 to 5 hours with fees ranging from $30 to $130 including materials. Due to demand, no phone or email reservations. Sign up by coming to Byzantium, 1088 N. High St. with your payment or contacting the store to obtain an enrollment form to mail in. All classes are first come, first serve with a maximum of 8-10 students. Call 614-291-3130 Visit www.bigbead.com [For a complete list of classes see neighborhood events.]

COMFEST 2010 (three days of peace, love, and understanding) will be held June 25 - 27. A general planning meeting is scheduled at the Residence House in Goodale Park this month on Tues., Feb. 23 (7:30 p.m.). Anyone interested is welcome to join. The festival cannot exist without the help of community volunteers. Visit www.comfest.com

CHAMBER MUSIC COLUMBUS: Pianist John O’Conor will perform nocturnes by John Field, Czerny’s Variations on a Theme of Rode, “La Ricordanza,” Beethoven’s Six Bagatelles, and Schubert’s Sonata in C minor, D. at the Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St., on Sat., Mar. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $15 - $35. Those 25 and under and students half price. Call 614-267-2267 or visit www.CMColumbus.org. Also visit www.johnoconor.com

COLUMBUS CHILDREN’S THEATRE: The Boxcar Children - Generations of young readers have cherished the spirited Depression-era adventures of The Boxcar Children, and now the Alden children’s story comes to life on stage. Orphaned and in danger of being sent to different foster homes, the four siblings run away and make their home in an abandoned railroad boxcar. Pursued by the authorities and a mysterious stranger, the children discover the rewards and perils of life on the run, as well as the joy of keeping their family together. Feb. 4 - 21 in Park St. Theatre, 512 Park St. Thurs., Fri. (7:30p), Sat. (1 and 5p), Sun. (3p) Tickets: $9 (Th), $10-$18 (F-S) Call 614-224-6672 or visit www.colschildrenstheatre.org

HARRISON WEST SOCIETY MEETING: Fast-paced, no-obligation monthly meetings covering vital neighborhood issues and planning for neighborhood get-togethers. Held at 7 p.m. in the Harrison Park Community Center, 575 West 1st Ave. every third Wednesday. Scheduled this month on Wed., Feb. 17. All welcome. Visit www.harrisonwest.org

ITALIAN VILLAGE SOCIETY MEETING: Monthly meeting Tues., Feb 9 from 7:30 to 9 pm in the Short Stop Youth Center, 1066 N. High St. IVS membership is available to any person or organization residing or owning property or operating a business or having an interest in Italian Village or who simply has a desire to promote and invest in the community. The IVS acts as a forum for issues as they arise in the neighborhood, such as business and residential development, traffic, and safety. Membership as low as $5 a year for senior and students. Visit www.italianvillage.org

LESSON IN WINE TASTING: Europia, 672 N High St. in the Short North. Class features new wines from a specific country or boutique winery. Reservations required. $25 prepaid/no refunds. Includes tasting 6-8 wines, complimentary gourmet cheese, fruits and Foccacia breads, and wine instruction. Held Thurs. Feb. 11 at 6:30 pm sharp and lasts approximately until 8 pm. Call 614-460-3000 or visit www.europiagourmet.com

MONKEYS RETREAT TAI CHI CHUAN CLASS: Ongoing instruction at Monkeys Retreat in the Garden District of the Short North at 1202 N. High St. EVERY MONDAY from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and EVERY SATURDAY from 11 to 12:30 p.m. The class consists of learning a Tai Chi form plus fundamentals of Chi Kung (Qigong), Taoist breathing, meditation and self-defense applications taught by Sifu (teacher) Ro-z (roh-zee) Mendelson and Darryl Mendelson who have studied and taught Tai Chi Chuan for 37 years. They began their studies under the late Dr. Fred Wu in 1973. Cost $10. Two free introductory sessions. Individual instruction also. 614-294-9511. Visit www.monkeysretreat.com/taichi

VICTORIAN’S MIDNIGHT CAFE: Be a part of the open mic night, just come in on Wednesday and put your name on the list. Open mic starts at 8 pm and the lists are ready to be filled at 6 pm. 614-299-2295. www.victoriansmidnightcafe.com

POETRY AT AREOPAGITICA: Poets & Writers Guild meets 4th Friday each month at 7:30 p.m. in Areopagitica Books, 3510 N. High St. Doug Rutledge will be featured on Fri., Feb. 26. Call 614-263-9346.

SIX STRING CONCERT: Girlyman, the trio of Nate Borofsky, Doris Muramatsu, and Ty Greenstein, will be performing on Sat., Feb. 13 along with folk singer Lucy Wainwwright Roche, daughter of Loudon Wainwright III and Suzzy Roche (of The Roches), at Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave. The band blends modern acoustic, Americana, and folk-rock. Doors open at 7:30, performance at 8 p.m. Tickets: $20 advance, $23 door, $15 Students, $5 Youth. Visit www.sixstring.org

CATCO: Evie's Waltz, by Carter W. Lewis. Clay and Gloria are preparing a family barbecue. Their plans for the evening are disrupted by the unexpected arrival of their son's girlfriend, Evie. Evie has blood on her neck. They learn that their son, Danny is missing. Then the parents discover that Danny and Evie have been suspended for bringing a gun to school. As twilight moves to night, the simmering tensions between parents and teens boil over in this gripping and provocative thriller.Held at Riffe Center Studio One Theatre, 77 S. High St. Feb. 17 - Mar. 7. Tickets $20-$32. Call the CATCO box office at (614) 469-0939,or order tickets online at catco.org

SUNDAY AT CENTRAL: Sunday at Central recitals are held at the historic Central Presbyterian Church, 132 S. Third St. downtown. The church, completed in 1859, is built in the Romanesque style, providing wonderful acoustics in the sanctuary, which seats approximately 300. Canaletto Ensemble performs "Valentines for Brahms" with David Niwa, violin; Ken Matsuda; viola; Luis Biava, cello; Mariko Kaneda, piano on Sun. Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. General admission: $15, Student $10. Call 614-263-8403 for more information and/or reservations. Visit www.sundayatcentral.org

JEFFERSON ACADEMY OF MUSIC: The Euclid String Quartet has been described as exhilarating, “an elegant mix of passion, ferocity, and feathery delicacy.” They will perform quartets by Haydn, Tan Dun, and Beethoven at OSU’s Weigel Hall Sun., Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. Tickets $24, Seniors $17, Students $10. Call 614-292-2693 or email jeffacad@osu.edu

COLUMBUS DANCE THEATRE: A bold experiment of dance and music, Ten Cents a Dance. Held at CDT’s Fisher Theatre, 592 E. Main St., Sat., Feb. 13 at 7:30. Performance includes a special Valentine’s Day dinner at 7:30 p.m. and dancing onstage with your Valentine following the performance. Total ticket cost is $50. CDT will donate 10 Cents on the dollar for each dollar we raise with this year’s performance to send to the American Red Cross for the Haitian relief effort. Visit www.coldancetheatre.org or call 614-849-0227 for more information.

CITYMUSIC WORLD MUSIC SERIES: Luminescent Orchestrii, Romanian gypsy melodies, salty tangos, hard-rocking klezmer, haunting Balkan harmony, hip-hop beats and Appalachian fiddle, all eaten and spit out by two violins, resophonic guitar, bullhorn harmonica and bass. One critic describe the band as, “Dan Hicks & his Hot Licks playing tangos in Budapest...endless onstage energy, some truly romantic slow-dance numbers, quality musicianship and an adoring audience. Held at 8 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 18 in the Fawcett Center Auditorium 2400 Olentangy River Rd. Tickets: $23 adult, $18 seniors, and $10 students 21 and younger, with $2 per ticket increase for day of show. Call CityMusic at 614-433-9963 or visit CityMusicColumbus.org

THURBER HOUSE EVENING WITH AUTHORS: Adriana Trigiani, reading from Brava, Valentine, the sequel to her bestseller Very Valentine. She is author of five instant NYT bestsellers, with work being made into two movies. Her TV special Growing Up Funny garnered an Emmy nomination for Lily Tomlin. Reading on Wed., Feb 17 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave. at 7:30. Visit www.thurberhouse.com or call 614-0464-1032 to order tickets. Tickets $18, $20 at the door with discounts for students and seniors.

7th ANNUAL FIERY FOODS FESTIVAL: Boasting everything from tropical entertainment to tongue-tingling foods, the Fiery Foods Festival will put you in a sunny frame of mind! Day-long free event includes the following:

8 a.m. North Market opens, fiery foods vendors on premises
9-11 a.m. Music by Andrew Hartman Trio
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Face painting by Rita
10 a.m. Amateur salsa-making contest
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mark Wood Fun show, cowboy tricks and balloon shapes
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Music by the Piano Peddler
11 a.m. Free maracaas, sombreros, balloons and chili-pepper shaped cookies (while supplies last)
11 a.m. Professional Chili Cook-off featuring chilis by local chefs
12 p.m. Amateur Chili Cook-off featuring chilis by customers
1 p.m. Amateur Hot Sauce contest
1 - 3 p.m. Music by Island Breeze Duo
2 p.m. Hot pepper eating contest
3 p.m. Hot wing eating contest
3 - 5 p.m. Music by the Gadabouts
Hot and spicy foods featured throughout the day

Held on Sat., Feb. 20. To participate in competitions, call 614-463-9664 or visit www.northmarket.com.

WRITERS BLOCK POETRY NIGHT: OPEN MIC/ SLAM every Wed. (Feb. 3, 10, 17, and 24). Doors open at 8 p.m. Admission $5. FIRST DRAFT OPEN MIC every 3rd Friday (Feb. 19): Work that has never been read in public before. See some of your favorite poets trying out new work; new poets finding their way onto microphones for the first time. Kafe Kerouac, 2250 N. High. (N Lane) www.writersblockpoetry.com

WILD GOOSE CREATIVE FIGURE DRAWING AND MORE: Top-notch community arts organization located at 2491 Summit St. just south of Hudson offers concerts, workshops and meetings for creative folks: writing, painting, performing arts, craft classes, knitting, drawing and more. Regular offerings include Figure Drawing every Wed. for $7 (to help cover cost of hiring a live model). The session is two hours long. This month Wed., Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 at 6 p.m. Most events free. Visit www.wildgoosecreative.com for more.

CULTURAL ARTS CENTER TALK: Free program held each Thursday at CCAC from 12 - 1 p.m. brings together artists and those who love art into a relaxed setting. Free coffee. Feb. 11: Veda Gilp, jewelry artist. Feb. 18: Mary Ann Linder, “The Art of Acupuncture.” Feb. 25: Sanra Gurvis, author “Ohio Curiosities.” Mar. 4: “Anecdotal History of CAC,” Part I with instructors Jon Whaling, Kathy Grace and Jim Mason The center is at 139 W. Main St. Visit www.culturalartscenteronline.org

OPPORTUNITIES

ABSTRACT ARTIST: Seeks professional agent rep. and/or gallery space to exhibit works. To review, see www.ohioonlinearts.org, or, contact Weilbacherville Studios, Ltd. at (614) 274-6817 after 1 pm.

SCULPTURE ON STEROIDS: The Art of Mac Worthington. An intense 450-page visual of unforgettable grandiose metal sculpture by artist Mac Worthington from early through recent 2008 works. Over 200 awe-inspiring full color plates addressing his famous ground, wall, air, and functional art. This most magnificent book is exciting, overpowering and larger than life. A must-have for the serious art library collection. Available for $49.90 at 749 N. High St or online through AuthorHouse Publishing at www.authorhouse.com

NARCOLEPSY PRESS REVIEW: Comprehensive, opinionated reviews of zines and underground press. NEW Issue #4 OUT NOW. $3 or trade, stamps or a cool letter to Narcolepsy Press Review, PO Box 17131, Anaheim, CA 92817-7131 Send in zines for review.

SUNDAY COMIX CARTOONISTS GROUP MONTHLY MEETING: Sunday Comix is a group of artists and writers who meet one Sunday afternoon a month at the Upper Arlington Library (2800 Tremont Rd.) to share their works-in-progress and receive constructive critiques from other creators in order to develop their personal styles as well as encourage a sense of community. Visit www.SundayComix.Blogspot.com for more information, or call Max Ink at 614-275-4764 or email max.ink@gmail.com

OHIO LITERARY AND CULTURAL ARTS PUBLICATION: The Ohioana Quarterly, established in 1958 to provide support for Ohio authors, features reviews of recent books, articles and essays about the literary and cultural arts in Ohio, and includes an annotated list of new books received at the Ohioana Library. The journal is published in January, April, July, and October. Subscription available with membership. Send $25 ($10 students) with name, address, phone, and email address to Ohioana Library, 274 East First Ave., Columbus OH 43201 or download an application from their Web site at www.ohioana.org

FREE PRESS SECOND SATURDAY SALON MEETING: Join a group of progressive community-minded folks for food, drink, music, art, film and discussion. Meeting at 1021 E. Broad St. parking in rear. The 2nd Saturday of each month 6:30 to midnight. www.freepress.org Call Bob 614-253-2571 or email truth@freepress.org

MICROCOSM PUBLISHING: Focusing on distributing zines and books in the hope that it will add credibility to zine writers and their ethics. Thousands of items including pamphlets, films, etc. Visit www.microcosmpublishing.com

IF YOU LOVE THE BLUES: Join the Columbus Blues Alliance, helping to preserve and nurture the music that is the roots of it all. Receive CBA Magazine, discounts to CBA events, and support live blues music in Central Ohio. Mail $19 to Columbus Blues Alliance, 1350 W. 5th Ave., Ste 10-D, Columbus, OH 43212. Include your name, address, phone and email address. More information and a membership form and offers are online at www.columbusblues.com

FREE COPY OF KEIJI NAKAZAWA’S autobiographical comic book about surviving the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima. Send a comic-book-sized SASE to EduComics, Box 45831, Seattle WA 98145-0831

EXCEPTIONAL SHORT FILMS DELIVERED TO YOUR DOORSTEP, QUARTERLY: The Journal of Short Film, committed to independent and underrepresented work and the democratiziation of the film world, is a quarterly DVD publication of peer-reviewed short films of all genres modeled on the literary journal, with an editorial board of filmmakers. Its publisher, Karl Mechem, lives in the Short North. One year (4 volumes) is only $36. Send a check to The JSF, PO Box 8217, Columbus OH 43201 or visit online at www.theJSF.org Please mention that you read about it in the Short North Gazette!

I’M JUST A CAT MATTRESS: Yes, it’s a description of my life, but it’s also the title of my book from Crescent Hill books of Louisville, Ky. It has 27 full color images in its sixty 7” x 7” pages. You may recognize some of the material but the art is all new and did I mention it’s in color? You can get it at my website. It’s also on Amazon.com - but you can’t get it signed by the author there. Visit www.susansturgill.com or mail a check for $16.45 ($14.95 + $1.50 postage) with a happy message to Susan Sturgill, PO Box 82061, Columbus, OH 43202.

COLUMBUS: THE MUSICAL CROSSROADS: David Meyers, Arnett Howard, James Loeffler, and Candice Watkins have been actively researching and documenting the history of music in Columbus for more than 25 years. They have compiled 70 years (1900-1970) of Columbus music history into 200 or so selected images for this publication, Columbus: The Musical Crossroads, available through Arcadia Publishing for $19.99. Visit www.arcadiapublishing.com or call 888-313-2665.

WORKAHOLICS ANONYMOUS: 12-Step, 12-Tradition Recovery Meeting every Tuesday at 7:00 pm at 299 King Avenue at the southwest corner of King and Neil. Use west door off parking lot, go up stairs and ask receptionist for location. Through shared experience, strength and hope, we are recovering from compulsive working or work anorexia. Share in the recovery, reclaim balance in your life. Group just celebrated one-year anniversary!

AL-ANON ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS: Meets every Monday at 5:30 - 6:30 pm at 299 King Avenue at the southwest corner of King and Neil. Enter main north door on King Ave., go up stairs and ask receptionist for room location. Please join us. Share with those who have been there.

DRESS FOR SUCCESS: Accepting interview-appropriate suits, blazers, blouses, shoes, handbags and jewelry – which are given to disadvantaged women for job interviews and work attire. Second Glance, a boutique located at 1244 N. High St., is open the last Saturday each month 10-4. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success Columbus. Call 614-291-0431 to reach Second Glance or Dress for Sucess @ 614-437-9700 and www.dressforsuccess.org

WEB-BASED CONTINUING EDUCATION: OSU provides a variety of online career training programs to help individuals with professional development. Open-enrollment, self-paced. Generally completed within 90 days. Visit www.continuinged.ohio-state.edu or call Sarah Sieling at 614-292-8571.

SURF TO MOTHER EARTH! – Keep in touch with your mother (earth) at EcoHearth.com – daily eco news and blogs, eco products and reviews, eco parenting, eco activism alerts, etc. Everything you need to go, and stay, green – from composting to organics to installing solar panels. Visit Ecohearth.com today. Your mother (earth) will thank you.

REAL ESTATE/RENTALS

TURN KEY COTTAGE BUSINESS: In the beautiful Hocking Hills of Ohio. Caretakers house with inground pool plus 5 rentals with hot-tubs and completely furnished all on 44+ magnificent acres. Call 740-385-0662.

SHORT NORTH AREA RENTAL: 3-bedroom is now only $595! Immediate move-in. Fans, blinds, DW, on-site parking. New carpet! Clean!! Save $200/mo. NorthSteppe Realty 614-299-4110. OhioStateRentals.com

2 BR SHORT NORTH: 85 W 3rd Ave. New hardwood floors and carpet, appliances, and close to downtown or OSU! $749. FREE W/D and off-street parking available. NorthSteppe Realty 614-299-4110. OhioStateRentals.com

SKILLED SERVICE

TAX PREPARATION & BOOKKEEPING: Federal + State + City for 1 Fee. 1040 $100 • 1040A $75 • 1040EZ $50. Rapid Refund (RAL), Free E-filing. Bookkeeping ($30/hr). 614-761-FAIR (3247).

TOM AND JERRY'S AUTO SERVICE , 1701 Kenny Road (near campus) 614-488-8507. Brakes • Exhaust • Timing Belts • Batteries • Tires • Transmission • more. 12 Month/12,000 Mile Warranty • Extended Warranties. Need a Tow? Call 499-6043 or 299-0141. www.tomandjerryauto.com

WHOLISTIC ACUPUNCTURE: Helping you heal. Daniel Miller, RAc, MAc, Dipl.Ac, Dipl. OM. 6463 Proprietors Road, Suite 101, in Worthington. Call 614-216-6405 or 614-747-1271. wholisticacu@gmail.com

PIANO TUNING AND SERVICE: University-trained technician with over 25 years experience serving Central Ohio. Call Richard Dacks at 614-582-5825 or email radacks@aol.com

SPARKWOOD GRAPHIC DESIGN: Ad Design, Book/Magazine/Catalog layout, Custom Graphic Design, Postcards & Flyers, Newsletter, Newspaper Layouts, Photo Manipulation, Restoration, Slide Scanning, Website/Flash Design. Call 614-499-6786.

VACATION GETAWAY

CELEBRATE TRANQUILITY: Get away to the Hocking Hills! Experience the best of both worlds atop this gorgeous ridge overlooking the Clear Creek Valley. Four properties to choose from: a spacious lodge, a luxury retreat in a very private setting, a quaint hilltop cottage, and an original log cabin built in the 1860s Family-owned and operated. Call 740- 681-5689 or 888-484-8104. Visit Web site www.heritagecabin.com

LOVELY HOCKING COUNTY: Cabins and lodges with all the comfort of home. Near state parks, canoeing, hiking and birding areas. Family-owned and operated. 740-385-0662.

VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY RADIO FOR COLUMBUS 102.1 and 98.3 FM: WCRS LP-FM is a voice of Simply Living in Central Ohio working to promote an informed and involved citizenry as well as a compassionate and sustainable world. We need volunteers to help with marketing our station, including graphic design, fundraiser logistics, and distribution of posters and fliers around town. Please contact Eugene at 614-893-6293 or eugene@wcrsfm.org.

VOLUNTEER BRAVO: Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization, offering education, training, and resources for LGBT community is collecting cell phones to stop crime; seeking HelpLine volunteers to staff crisis hotlines, Community Outreach volunteers to participate in events. Attend Volunteer Night the 2nd Monday of every month, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the Short North BRAVO office. Work on office projects, prepare mailings, outreach material, eat pizza and connect with other BRAVO volunteers. 614-294-7867 or www.bravo-ohio.org

VOLUNTEER GLOBAL GALLERY: Short North non-profit shop committed to fair trade provides beautiful alternatives to mass-produced merchandise. They count on volunteers for virtually everything and need your help: Customer service, data entry, composing news releases, newsletters, in-store presentations, event coordination (setup-takedown), developing and maintaining relationship w/community. Call 614-621-1744.

VOLUNTEER PROJECT OPEN HAND: Non-profit providing free nutritional service to persons living with HIV/AIDS seeks volunteer help in the pantry, for deliveries, special events, office support. Donations for pantry: All varieties of hygiene products, cleaning products, laundry soap; as well as tuna, peanut butter, canned goods, oatmeal, pasta and sauces, soups. 614-298-8334.

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