Game on.

I didn’t believe it was possible to hold a letter that George Washington wrote in 1788. Or flip through a 15th-century medieval manuscript. I definitely didn’t think I could do so less than a mile from home. The State Library of Ohio rules. 

Covert parking spots. The identity of Vinchen. Jeni’s Salty Caramel recipe. Some Short North secrets are best kept hidden. Dames Bond Marketplace shouldn’t be one of them, even if its name is inspired by a super secret agent. 

Five Columbus organizations collaborated to host a silent memorial flash mob in honor of World AIDS Day.

Last night in Goodale Park, a couple hundred community members came out to show support for LGBT youth who have taken their lives or been severely impacted by bullying. 

We often hear about programs that benefit the community. Last night at the first annual Short Stop Youth Center Open House, I experienced one that changes it. 

At last weekend’s 31st annual Columbus Pride celebration, the air literally swirled with love. 

Zombies. Lots of them.

Columbus turns 200 today. There have been several public festivities to honor this occasion, and yet I also wanted to acknowledge it privately. 

How can you not try Influenza Sorbet? One of the new seasonal items from the flavor gurus at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, this concoction draws inspiration from vintage home remedies. 

There are times for pretty and vapid art, but now isn’t one of them. 

During last night’s Gallery Hop in the Short North, it hit me for the thousandth time: Columbus is one positive, passionate force. 

Art al Fresco offers a shot of creativity into the rhythm of High Street.

The Greek Festival takes place this weekend at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in the Short North. 

It’s not every day that we welcome a new city park in Columbus, let alone one facing the Olentangy River. 

Last night we attended a preview party for the soon-to-be-open Short North Stage. Located at the historic Garden Theater in the Short North, this new acting company is fixing to present high-caliber, high-passion musicals. 

Freedom of Speech Through Humor. That's what it's all about.

Bands, beer, and boobs. It's ComFest time.

For two fake-blood-filled hours, a couple hundred zombie men, women, children, dolls, and pets limped around the Short North. 

Substance just celebrated its five-year anniversary. The Short North boutique, which offers sustainably made clothing and accessories, recently launched Substance Lofts. 

Pride is cool.

A new Short North outlet for artistic sustenance.

Today's sold-out CupcakeCamp Columbus at the North Market featured 50 cupcake flavors, six categories, and a passionate bunch of local amateur bakers.

Friends of Goodale Park threw a circus-themed “Pull the Plug” event this afternoon to commemorate the park's new fountain.