Top Ten Reasons to Celebrate Labor Day by Lauren Emond, Arts Coordinator, City of Upper Arlington Labor Day marks the celebration of the contributions that hard working Americans have made to the strength, prosperity and well being of America. Though historically citing physical labor and the social and economic achievements of American workers, there is little mention of the hard work of minorities... 

Sometimes a CenterFold isn’t a Pictorial by Monica Salisbury CenterFold probably doesn’t make you think of paper, at least not other than adult magazines. If you had to guess what CenterFold is what would your guess be? I feel fairly confident in saying that you wouldn’t have guessed it’s an origami convention. No kidding, CenterFold, is an origami convention. It is, in fact, the first... 

Lost in Space by Amy McKay Do you consider yourself a photography aficionado? Do you find yourself using phrases like “negative space” and “perspectival authority” when looking at family vacation photos? Then the Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery in downtown Columbus has the perfect exhibition for you. Now through Oct. 17, visit Deep Space: Ohio Photographers, an exhibition of 65 works... 

Thurber House Fall Evenings with the Authors Series by Heather Whaling Brushing aside the power of positive thinking and taking “honesty is the best policy” to the extreme, New York Times best-selling author David Rakoff offers frank, hilarious, insightful commentary on pop culture, pressing social issues and the human condition. And, he’s bringing his sharp-edged wit to Columbus as part of Thurber... 

The Short North Arts District Presents Short North Gallery Hop: Collectors Preview Collectors Preview Date(s): September 4, 2010, 3:00PM – 6:00PM, and every Gallery Hop following (Columbus, OH) – The Short North Arts District and 12 galleries present Collector’s Preview. The event offers art enthusiasts the chance to visit an eclectic mix of galleries and purchase works by various leading... 

Due to extenuating circumstances, Emerald City Players is looking for a new director for their upcoming musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”. ECP will hold interviews for director applicants on Tuesday, August 31, starting at 5:30pm. People interested in applying should contact Rick Foster at rickfoster@emeralcityplayers.org to schedule an interview time. Applicants should be... 

Columbus Arts Festival Seeking Volunteers Columbus, Ohio – The Columbus Arts Festival is seeking volunteers to serve on the Coordinating Committee for the 50th Anniversary of the Festival, June 3-5, 2011. The Coordinating Committee assists with several aspects of planning and execution of this annual event, produced by the Greater Columbus Arts Council. Coordinating Committee volunteers spend up...