The St. Francis Heart Truth for Women Luncheon, which is Tuesday, Feb. 14, is a way to educate women about heart disease, the number one killer of women, said Amy Adams, administrative director of marketing and communications at St. Francis Hospital.
Somewhere between the single mom and the guy whose dad went to rehab, I hit my breaking point.
Approaching two decades in the banking sector, it was in 2008 as the Great Recession was materializing that Gordy Pease went to work looking for a second career.
I discovered a new term last week: Hate-reading.
Kevin R. Dunn recalls he was sitting in his car at a traffic light when God spoke the word to him that would change his life.
“Hospice,” said the voice.The year was 2002. Dunn was seeking a place to sing on a volunteer basis. A nursing home or hospital was what he had in mind.“A hospice was somewhere I did not want to be,” he said. “I’m very compassionate. I knew I would get close to people and they would eventually pass. But I heard this voice and felt that was the direction God wanted me to go.”
With winter vegetables in full harvest and the blossoms of spring right around the corner, there’s plenty for gardeners to do. It’s the ideal time to prune, plan and prepare the yard for the coming season.
There is a small scar on my left hand that represents the point of insertion of the first and only IV I’ve ever been administered. Every time it catches my eye, I’m reminded of why it’s there.
Sharpen those shears and ready the trimmers, it’s time to get the yard in shape for spring. The Columbus Botanical Gardens is offering two hands-on workshops in February to help gardeners get their landscape off to a healthy start.
Connie Castanzo plays curious, rambunctious Ramona in a play based on author Beverly Cleary’s character in “Ramona Quimby,” which comes to the RiverCenter at 7 p.m. Friday (Feb. 3) Tickets: $5-$15. Information: 706-256-3612.
“Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom” explores what happens when video game characters come to life and attack teenage gamers. Columbus State University student actors performing in the play hope it will raise issues about the addictive nature of today’s online horror video games.
There are a lot of things to do, arts-wise, in the new few weeks, and if you want to go, you might want to buy tickets now.
The Soweto Gospel Choir, which performs African gospel, spiritual songs, reggae and American popular music, as well as traditional South African songs, performs at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 7) at Bill Heard Theatre, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets: $10-$59. Information: 706-256-3612.
Despite the wide array of ways we can feel, look and live better, one thing rings true. Most of our January resolutions are so extreme that they have very little staying power when February arrives.
Sunday’s Super Bowl is in Indianapolis, the capital of my home state. If you’re hosting a Super Bowl party this weekend, consider incorporating some authentic Hoosier dishes into your party menu.
During its 11 years, the Columbus Health Department’s Health Expo has provided services for more than 12,000 people and performed more than 44,000 screenings, said Mark Ellis, one of the Expo’s event planners and the health promotions coordinator for the West Central Health District.
For a moment, step outside the box -- as in, the Redbox movie rental kiosk.
It might be fair to say that Iris Boyd has a hot job in a growth industry that currently shows no signs of slowing even amid a sluggish economy continuing to emerge from a Great Recession.
If you grew up in the late ’80’s and ’90’s, chances are you had a favorite animated Disney movie, and chances are it featured a princess (If your favorite animated film was “The Lion King,” skip to the bottom of this column).
Valley Interfaith Promise in Columbus provides shelter, meals, transportation, and support services to homeless families with children. Last year, 15 families were helped. Currently, there are none in the program.
Shop for antique furniture, estate jewelry, Persian rugs and pillows, art and collectibles at the Fourth annual Uptown Columbus Antique Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. today and Sunday at the Columbus Convention & Trade Center, 801 Front Ave.
Sharon Collins is a self-professed geek when it comes to the topics she covers as host of “Georgia Outdoors” on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
Oh, the debates that can be had about higher education!
This year’s Jewish Film Festival features two feature films and two documentaries.
A lot has happened in Blake Shelton’s life since his last visit to Columbus two years ago.
Dia Frampton is why you can’t entirely hate reality TV talent competitions.
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld does stand-up comedy at 7 p.m. Friday at Bill Heard Theatre at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets cost $35-$72. Information: 706-256-3612.
Interviews between Richard Nixon and British talk-show host David Frost are explored on the Springer Opera House stage at 7:30 p.m. tonight-Saturday (Feb. 3-4) at Springer Opera House, 103 10th St. Tickets cost $15-$35. Information: 706-327-3688. The play takes place three years after Richard Nixon became the first U.S. president to resign from office. He wants to remake his image and chooses British interviewer David Frost for a television interview.
The Fourth annual Uptown Columbus Antique Show, featuring antique furniture, French antiques, estate jewelry, Persian rugs and pillows, antique art and collectibles is today (Jan. 27) through Sunday (Jan. 29). Times are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. The Columbus Convention & Trade Center is at 801 Front Ave. Tickets cost $3. Information: 706-570-4030.
Angie Ward, originally from Columbus, now travels the world as China Doll of the Platters.
Nutritionist Susan Levin has challenged Southern cooking diva Paula Deen to change her diet to improve her health. Last week Deen confirmed rumors that she had been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Levin and other nutritionists and doctors at Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine want Deen to join their 21-day Vegan Kickstart program.
This sauce is so simple that it has become a tried and true stand-by for me -- and it’s always a hit. Maple syrup, brown sugar and mustard blend with the pan juices to make a succulent sauce for the sauteed pork chops. The sauce is great with pork, ham, turkey or chicken. Warm it on its own and serve with any of these cooked meats or use it as a dipping sauce. It can be served hot or at room temperature.
It’s not science fiction, but when people first hear about the concept of robotic surgery, that is generally where their imagination takes them.
I don’t own a foam finger.
From his store safe, Money Mizer owner Robbie Whitten pulls out a large gold ring topped with diamonds. The words “National Champions” on the side tell you what really makes it special.
Next time you decide to go grocery shopping in pajama pants, remember: I’m judging you.
When Kristen Bundy moved to Columbus in 2010, one of her factors for choosing a place to live was her bike.
Biblical scholar Joel Hoffman focuses on original definitions of words used in the Bible
The film tells the story of Georgia farmers through the eyes of 20 young farmers, ages 23 to 38.
I don’t seek out awards shows, but when they’re on, I get sucked in.
“How I Became a Pirate,” based on the popular children’s picture book, is performed by CSU students at 7:30 p.m. Friday (Jan. 20), 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday (Jan. 21) and 2 p.m. Sunday (Jan. 22) at Columbus State University, Riverside Theater Complex, 6 W. 10th St. Tickets cost $5-$10. Box office: 706-507-8444.
The Snakepit goes to the dogs for Canine Weekend Saturday (Jan.21) and and Sunday (Jan. 22) at the Columbus Cottonmouths hockey matches. Weiner Dog Races for dachshunds will be at the first intermission of the 7:30 p.m. Saturday game against the Knoxville Ice Bears; happy hour is 6:30-8 p.m. and features $2 Bud Light. Open dog races for any breed (dogs must weigh less than 20 pounds) will be at the first intermission of the 4 p.m. Sunday game against the Mississippi River Kings. Hockey is at Columbus Civic Center, 400 Fourth St. Tickets cost $12-$28. Information: 706-571-0086.
When Alexander Kobrin was competing in the 2005 Van Cliburn International Piano Festival, the Fort Worth media began calling him the Undertaker.
Wow! It’s been a season of young professionals either coming to Columbus visiting their families, working here or calling to let me know what they’re doing.
Have you ever been to a party where dips weren’t served? Me, neither. They’re mainstays at gatherings, and they’ve come a long way from the days of sour cream mixed with packaged soup or salad dressing mixes.
Whether you’re watching NFL playoff games this weekend, getting ready for the Super Bowl or awaiting March Madness, it’s always a good idea to have some party recipes ready.
Even though people tend to associate the common cold and influenza with the literally cold season of winter, Susan Harp, the infection control coordinator for Columbus Regional Healthcare Systems, said that catching one of these respiratory illnesses has less to do with the weather and more to do with how humans behave during colder seasons.
I know why you hate “American Idol.”
Shilpa Vernekar is a long way from home. But she takes a very philosophical view about the distance from Mumbai, India, to Phenix City.
Got your nose in a book again?
Every January, when Yolonda Phillips teaches her first-graders at Phenix City Elementary about Martin Luther King Jr., the students recognize King’s picture but they also have a lot of questions.
Special events for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend begin today and continue through Monday.
Dr. Sandra McCann achieves childhood goal of becoming a medical missionary; she and her doctor husband work in Africa
Edward C. Smith, who plays “Mister” in “The Color Purple” at Wednesday’s RiverCenter show, knew as a child that he wanted to be an actor but his journey to the stage spanned decades.
I didn’t get it at first.
It’s just a site where people post stuff they like, right?
Professional Bull Riders stampede into Columbus Civic Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday (Jan. 13) and Saturday (Jan. 14). Cost is $12.50-$42.50. Details: 706-653-4460. There’s a Harper & Harper Stick Horse Rodeo at 5 p.m. Saturday (Jan. 14). Kids 7 and younger can participate. The event is a simulation of a real rodeo or bull riding. It’s $7 to enter, free to watch. You can register on the day of the event.
When it comes to a musical obsession with B.B. King, the thrill is hardly gone. B.B. King, with opening acts the Neal Lucas Band and Peggy Jenkins performs at 7:30 p.m. Sunday (Jan.15) at the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Tickets cost $42.50-$52.50. Details: 706-256-3612. Reminder: There’s a buy two tickets, get two tickets free deal today (Jan. 13). It’s available for all seating levels, but you must buy your tickets at the RiverCenter box office.
Lindsay-Elizabeth Hand, a theater major at Columbus State University who was then known as just Lindsay Hand, now lives in New York City and is pursuing a career in theater.
“H.M.S. Pinafore,” the Gilbert & Sullivan operetta, is billed as a good show for the nonopera lover. It pokes fun at the British class system and is packed full of humor. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. today (Jan. 13) and 3 p.m. Sunday (Jan. 15) at Studio Theatre, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets cost $15. Information: 706-256-3612.
Merle Haggard is “stimulant-free.”
The animosity about the Euro might just be mitigated if European community leaders broke bread together -- and topped the bread with chocolate-hazelnut spread.
You’ve probably been encouraged by a doctor or health-conscience relative to substitute butter and margarine with olive oil. Olive oil is considered a “good” fat because it has monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs). People who choose “good” fats over “bad” fats can lower their cholesterol and thus lower their risk of heart disease, normalize blood clotting and keep insulin levels in check, according to Mayo Clinic research.
Deloris Doleman is president of Nurses, Inc., a newly-formed group of local nurses with a focus on meeting community needs.
If I’m at my desk today, I survived.
Todd Shellnutt, owner of Skyline Columbus flight training school, got into flying in a round-about way.
It’s late at night and you’re watching TV or wasting time on Facebook before bed, when the power goes out. You’re alert, antsy, feeling slightly adrift and totally in the dark. Thank God your cell phone still works. There’s no one you would call at this hour, but this tenuous connection to the outside world makes you feel a little less helpless.
Molanda Brown always has a book with her.
Salvation Army Major Henry Hunter’s business card should read “Have Faith, Will Travel.”
As book critics and publishers circulate lists of which titles they expect, and hope, to see grace best-seller lists in 2012, avid readers discuss what books they’re excited to read this year.
Unless you are personally involved in something, it’s often hard to fully understand it.
If you haven’t visited a local library lately, you might be in for a surprise.
Walk into a library and you won’t just encounter rows of books, you’ll find computer rooms, language learning labs and even a recording studio.Although I had corresponded with Rachel Einglett Elliott through emails and phone calls for months, I had not actually met her face-to-face until last September at the Shrine Circus.
Want to cut down on your salt intake?
There is something about the crispy, juicy pear that tastes like winter comfort food to me. Here are a couple of tasty recipes from the Pear Bureau Northwest. Enjoy!
Julie Hadden lost nearly 100 pounds when she was a contestant on NBC’s “Biggest Loser” in 2007. On Saturday (Jan. 7) she'll share her story of success to kickoff Scale Down Columbus. The event begins at 2 p.m. at the Roy E. Martin Recreation Center, 1100 Airport Road, in Phenix City. The kickoff event is free to attend. It costs $45 to participate in the 3-month program. The goal is for the community to lose a combined 15,000 with help from trainers at Body Be 1 fitness centers.
It’s amateur night at the gym.
Mark Lucas is an artist, studio owner and art teacher.
Kids and teens in Muscogee County won’t return to their classrooms until Jan. 10.
It’s the end of the year and a lot of people have been putting out “best of” lists, reviewing what we watched, listened to and read.
Glitter? Check. Kissing partner? Check. Designated driver? Check. The only thing missing from your New Year’s Eve agenda: a party destination.
Calm down, everything will be OK. Local hot spots are ready to serve party-hoppers Saturday night, offering drink specials, live entertainment and much more.Aren’t you glad Christmas is over for another year?
Brandi Sayedzada, who goes by the name Isis Immortal when she straps on her roller skates, decided to start the Southern Slayer Derby Dames flat track roller derby league after a long sleepless night.
2012 is the year you get up off the couch. You’ll use that gym membership more than once, you swear. You’ll make time to eat healthy and to exercise. But where do you start?
It won’t be long after Santa’s sleigh departs on Christmas Eve before your thoughts must turn to New Year’s Eve options.
The last time I laced up a pair of roller skates was probably 1998.
Columbus Museum's newest exhibit, “Sound and Vision: Monumental Rock & Roll Photographs,” features portraits of musicians including Little Richard, Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, Rolling Stones and more. See the exhibit 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays, through April 1. Closed Mondays. Free. 706-748-2562.
Santa Claus likes winter stew and dumplings. How do I know? He told me on Twitter.
For most of the year, I am happy to serve humble drop or bar cookies to family and friends. But as the holidays approach, I aim to create a selection of beautifully shaped, cut-out and decorated cookies that almost always are crowd-pleasers. The trick is to choose the right recipes and equipment, organize your time and take a relaxed approach to decorating.
Impress your holiday guests with one of these simple but sophisticated desserts courtesy of Pepperidge Farm®.
Dr. Andrew Pippas, clinical oncology research director at John B. Amos Cancer Center is principle investigator for the state of Georgia for a current clinical drug trial regarding the treatment of pancreatic cancer.
I don’t want to stress you out, but it’s almost here.
Tamara Ovdenk is one tough bartender. She was working one week before giving birth to her daughter.
It’s Christmas morning. The kids wake up early, squeal in delight at the presents and begin tearing off wrapping paper faster than you can say “Merry Christmas.”
The National Infantry Museum cookbook, “Culinary Treasures for the Queen of Battle,” features 780 recipes from 276 contributors, mostly retired and active soldiers’ families.
I’ll be home for Christmas. You can plan on me. … I’ll be home for Christmas, if only in my dreams.
If you're touring holiday light displays this weekend, read our roundup of noteworthy local decorations. Visit these homes and you'll see everything from giant inflatables to elegant white lights. You can also add your decorations to our interactive map, which is available here.
Duffy's on Saturday (Dec. 17) will host Banding Together for Steve, a fundraiser to increase the reward fund for information on the homicide of Steve Toms. Expect live entertainment from noon until close. A $10 cover gets you in and out throughout the day. 706-507-3418.
Are you looking for some last-minute Christmas gifts?
"A Cantus Christmas, Message of the Season -- Music of the Masters" features Columbus' only professional choir in its annual holiday show. It's 7:30 p.m. Monday (Dec. 19) in Legacy Hall, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets are $29-$33. Call 706-256-3612.
Homemade candies are always welcome at holiday gatherings.
It’s fun and simple to make your own treats for the holidays. Serve them as dessert at your family gatherings and make extra to give as gifts. Your co-workers and friends will love your homemade goodies!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in 110 children in the United States have Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs).
“Congratulations!”
Seventeen-year-old Avery Jones credits watching “Sesame Street” with his desire to become a puppeteer.
There’s a story that gets told every Christmas in my family. I’m going to share it and hope I don’t end up with coal in my stocking this year.
Candace McBride remembers wanting a Barbie doll as a girl.
Columbus, GA -- My dogs, Sassy and Alley, want all of you sensitive, kind-hearted, animal-loving readers to consider sharing your holiday cheer with the furry creatures at PAWS Humane by participating in this year’s Foster for the Holidays program.
Basketballs and Barbie dolls. These items, contained in bags along with many other toys, are among the abundance of gifts awaiting parents next Thursday and Friday at an east Columbus mission.
I can still smell the gingerbread.
The Rogers and Hammerstein version of this classic tale comes to the Springer Opera House at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9-10 and Dec. 15-17 and Dec. 20-23. Matinees are set for 2:30 p.m. Dec. 11 and Dec. 18. Tickets cost $15-$38. Details: 706-327-3688.
Once again, St. Francis Hospital is offering SafetyCab. And once again, the free transportation service won’t take you to a party.
Holiday baked goods have already impacted your waistline, but you don’t want to run. Or bike. Or do any activity that involves extreme weightlifting.
Take a tour of seven private homes as part of The Historic Columbus Foundation’s Holiday Tour of Homes. The tour is noon-6 p.m. Sunday (Dec. 11) throughout the Hilton Heights and Averett Woods neighborhoods. Cost is $20 in advance and $25 on Sunday. Information: 706-322-0756. Tickets: Tickets can be purchased on the HCF website, by calling their office or at the following locations: The Rankin House, Anne’s Porch, Hinson Galleries, Schomburg’s, The Sample Shop, The Galleria, Lewis Jones and The Front Porch.
Tickets for several shows go on sale soon.
For this year's “The Nutcracker,” the Columbus Ballet collaborates with the Youth Orchestra of Greater Columbus, the Columbus State University department of theater and Prodigy Dance Centre. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday (December 10) and 2:30 p.m. Sunday (December 11) at the RiverCenter's Bill Heard Theatre. Tickets cost $18-$20. Information: 706-256-3612.
Don't miss two noteworthy shows at the Springer this weekend. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical version of "Cinderella" is performed at Springer Opera House at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 23. Tickets cost $15-$38. Also, "A Tuna Christmas" is performed at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 23-24 at the Springer Opera House’s Foley Hall. $15-$35. 706-327-3688.
Looking for Santa?
Melodie Belcher, a 26-year resident of LaGrange, created a Layered Peppermint Cheesecake that became one of two runners up in Southern Living magazine’s first-ever white cake contest. The contest featured more than 800 entries from home cooks and bakers across the country.
Southern Living Test Kitchen Pro Pam Lolley and LaGrange attorney Melodie Belcher, who was a runner up Southern Living’s white cake contest, offer tips for baking during the holidays.
“Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood,” said Kristin Kiefer, donor recruitment representative for the American Red Cross. “One blood donation can save up to three lives.”
Soon, I’ll have one more thing in common with Britney Spears.
Demetrius Colson calls Detroit home, but he said he spent as much time in Columbus as he did in Michigan.
Can you help me?
’Tis the season to give back. There are numerous organizations around the Chattahoochee Valley where you can volunteer and many of them have special programs just for the holidays.
More than 64 percent of students in Muscogee County are eligible to participate in the free or reduced price lunch programs, according to a report from the Muscogee County School District.
Your dogs and cats are ready to get their photos taken with Santa Claus, right?
Still trying to decide how to celebrate the holidays? Broadway Holiday is Friday (Dec. 2) in downtown Columbus. It begins at at 6 p.m. in the 1100 block of Broadway. The celebration will include snow. Also, holiday concerts will be held 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday (Dec. 4) at the RiverCenter. The Maneuver Center of Excellence Band concerts are free, but tickets are required and can be picked up on post at Omega Travel and at the RiverCenter box office. Call 706-545-5313.
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra's "A Christmas Family Concert" is 6:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 2). It's at Bill Heard Theatre, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets are $5-$10. Call 706-256-3612 or 888-332-5200.
"The Toys Take Over Christmas" is a short play about a toymaker who calls himself "The Greatest Toymaker in the World." It's 7:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 2) and 10 a.m. Saturday (Dec. 3) at Columbus State University, Theater on the Park, 6 W. 10th St. Tickets are $5-$10. Call 706-507-8444.
I was on vacation last week, but I still had a couple of interviews that I had set up that I had to do.
When I was growing up, cranberries came in the form of a wobbly cylinder of jelly straight from the can, with ridged indentations on the side.
My sister made a huge container of Chex® mix for Thanksgiving. She thought we’d snack on it after dinner but we devoured it before the turkey even made it to the table. We’re excited to try these variations courtesy of General Mills’ Chex®. Each of these take just 15 minutes to make.
World AIDS Day was first recognized on Dec. 1, 1988 as a way to “raise awareness, commemorate those who have passed on, and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and prevention services,” according to the World AIDS Campaign website.
Maybe it got lost in the mail.
Jeff Simmons moved to Auburn from his hometown of Greenville, S.C., to go to Auburn University.
Attention Black Friday shoppers: You survived. Congratulations. I think you’re crazy.
We want to direct readers to the best and brightest local holiday light displays. If you'd like your home featured in the newspaper, email ssorich@ledger-enquirer.com by Dec. 8. You can also add your home to our interactive map.
Grant Scarborough didn’t want to be a doctor. He wanted to be in ministry full time -- perhaps as a missionary. After majoring in pre-vet, then biology, at the University of Georgia, he couldn’t see how his interest in science and love for people could be combined.
@BR BodyRR dropcap GRAY50:If there’s one thing I love about the holidays, it’s a road trip.
@BR BodyRR dropcap GRAY50:If there’s one thing I love about the holidays, it’s a road trip.
You’ve watched the parade, eaten turkey, given thanks, watched football, eaten more turkey... but now what?
Everyone loves Thanksgiving -- the turkey, the cranberries and all those pies. But even the most ardent lover of marshmallow-topped candied yams likes to tweak the classics every now and then. The trick, Bay Area chefs say, lies in satisfying the traditionalists at your dinner table, while giving those favorite autumn flavors a little twist. Here's an example of how a traditional pumpkin pie is transformed into a show-stopping three-layer dessert.
As we head into Thanksgiving, we often think about the food and fun times we’ll have with our closest friends and family. For some people, this is one of the few times a year that they’ll see their extended family.
You shuffle your feet, avoid eye contact and pray for divine intervention -- all while wondering how two words could prompt such a flustered reaction.
Kari Joyner and The Gap share the same birth year -- 1969. She laughs when she says “it was meant to be” that she grew up to become the manager of a Gap store.
Like many people, I plan on traveling to spend Thanksgiving with my family.
It’s a family tradition, says Tiffani Mitchell.
The apartments that make up Trinity House are in various stages of assembly. In one sits a brand new washer and dryer. In another, new appliances. Beds and furniture -- wrapped neatly in plastic -- stand ready for unpacking.
Kim Longstreet, a physical therapist from Phenix City, has had a yearlong countdown on her cell phone. “See the little countdown?” she said, pointing to her phone, where pictures of Robert Pattinson, the actor who plays “Twilight” vampire Edward Cullen, adorn the screen. “It now says zero, it started at 365.” “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1,” the second-to-last movie in the Twilight franchise, premiered at midnight. In order to get good seats, some fans showed up at Carmike Cinemas more than 12 hours before the screening.
The holiday season officially kicks off next week with Thanksgiving. Thursday through the end of the year, family and friends will be gathering around tables and indulging in all sorts of holiday treats. Just remember that while your pet is part of the family, he or she should not eat what the human members of your family eat.
By the time this column prints a certain segment of the population will have seen the new Twilight movie, “Breaking Dawn -- Part 1.”
The first movie installment of the final book of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight Saga, “Breaking Dawn Part I” premieres tonight at midnight. How acquainted are you with the teen vampire series? Take our quiz before heading to the theaters.
Clarinetist David Odom will be highlighted at the Saturday (Nov. 19) Columbus Symphony Orchestra performance. The concert is set for 7:30 p.m. at the Bill Heard Theatre inside the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets cost $22-$36; $10 for Student Rush tickets; $5 for children 11 and younger. Information: 706-256-3612, 706-323-5059 or 888-332-5200.
Joshua Bell is looking forward to coming to Columbus tonight and meeting new people.
Columbus State University theater professor Haley Rice is thrilled to be directing Russian dramatist's Anton Chekhov's play “Three Sisters,” about three women living in a boring Russian town who yearn to move to Moscow. Performances are 7:30 p.m. tonight-Saturday (Nov. 18-19) and 2 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 20) at Columbus State University, Theater on the Park, 6 W. 10th St. Tickets cost $15-$17. Box office: 706-507-8444.
The Columbus Kennel Club is holding its annual Rally Match and it’s always a fun event.
Tickets are now on sale for Jerry Seinfeld’s comedy show. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27. Tickets are $35, $55 and $72.
It’s been a two-year wait, but die-hard fans of “The Twilight Saga,” popularly known as Twi-hards, are about to get their first glimpse at the latest installment of the supernatural love story. “Breaking Dawn -- Part 1” premieres at midnight.
This year, why not give your Thanksgiving side dishes a Southern accent? This suggested menu includes distinctively Southern ingredients plus a recipe from one of the South’s best chefs.
Just in time for the holidays, The 18th edition of “Emily Post’s Etiquette” has been released. The updated book includes advice on social media manners and office etiquette. It also introduces the fifth generation of Posts, Emily’s great-great grandchildren -- sisters Lizzie and Anna Post and their cousin Daniel Post Senning. I recently spoke with Daniel to get his thoughts on what role etiquette plays -- or should play -- in today’s world.
One of the elements that people look forward to most around the holidays can also present one of the biggest challenges: food.
"So, do you think you’ll get faster?"
Santa chats about elves, making toys and Rudolph. Find out which presents are the most requested and what Santa's favorite gift is in this exclusive interview with the jolly fellow.
If there is one portion of my life I would never choose to return to, it’s middle school.
It may not seem like there would be much difference between a military Thanksgiving and a civilian one. Many of the day’s traditions are the same -- turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, football.
Religion is going green. A spiritual-based trend in being good stewards of the environment – using less electricity and recycling, for example – has found its way to Columbus. Beginning several years ago, Chattahoochee Valley Episcopal Ministry started the process of making its new home green.
Callaway Gardens' Fantasy in Lights opens at 6 p.m. nightly, now-Dec. 30. Prime show dates: Nov. 24-26, Dec. 2-3, Dec. 9-10, Dec. 16-24. Value show dates: Nov. 27-Dec. 1, Dec. 4-8, Dec. 11-15, Dec. 25-30. Tickets: $22, $11 for children ages 6-12 during the Prime show dates; $16, $8 for children 6-12 for Value show dates. Same-day tickets are $25, $12.50 for children 6-12.
If you’re a fan of the teen vampire series “Twilight” or HBO’s “True Blood,” Sara Humphreys thinks you’ll like “Unleashed,” the first in her five-book Amoveo Legend Series.
Christmas is still 46 days away, but Santa comes to town today.
John Tesh is just as many radio listeners likely imagine he is -- friendly, gracious, amusing and funny.
"Honky Tonk Angels" follows the adventures of three talented young women as they try to pursue their dreams of becoming country music stars in Nashville. Performance is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday (Nov. 19) at Springer Opera House’s Foley Hall, 1022 First Ave. Tickets: $15-$35. Information: 706-327-3688.
I’ve received some emails in the past few weeks that information about upcoming events that deserve some attention.
Make the food the star of your holiday gathering with some of our all-time favorite festive dishes. They’re easy, offer kid-friendly flavors and decorating options, and have big visual impact -- so they’re the perfect centerpiece for this season’s celebrations.
My mom thinks the Thanksgiving table isn’t complete without cranberry sauce. When I was a kid, she opened a tin can of gelatinous cranberry sauce each Thanksgiving and served it alongside her roast turkey.
Moms who are looking to get a good workout in while spending some quality time with their kids are in for a treat -- Alexa Smith, a former professional soccer player and certified fitness instructor through the American Council on Exercise, has developed Stroller Strong Moms, a class that focuses on losing baby weight with baby in tow.
If one Fort Benning woman gets her way, Taylor Swift will have a new guy to sing about this week.
Derrick “Li’l D” Greene loved listening to the radio when he was a young boy.
I like trying new recipes and I’ve got lots of options this time of year. Thanksgiving’s just around the corner and cooking blogs are filling up with delicious-sounding fall recipes. Pan-Roasted Green Beans. Thai-spiced Pumpkin Soup. Butternut Squash Risotto.
Parents share stories of children’s battles with cancer
You might still be nibbling on leftover Halloween candy but Christmas decorations are already draping stores and Christmas songs are already on the radio. And this is before you’ve even thought of planning your Thanksgiving Day menu.
It’s been four days since Halloween, but the spooky holiday could have been over weeks ago.
Gates open at 10 a.m. Saturday (Nov. 5) for Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens. The first official Steeplechase horse race is at 1 p.m. but plenty of family-friendly activities are scheduled for earlier in the day. Don't have a ticket yet? No problem. You can get infield tickets for $30 at the gate and individual seats are available in box-seating areas for $60 at the Top of the Turn and $85 at the Terrace.
David Talbert's thriller “What My Husband Doesn’t Know,” starring Morris Chestnut and Michelle Williams, will be performed at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 6) at Bill Heard Theatre, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, 900 Broadway. Tickets: $38.50-$42.50. Information: 706-256-3612.
Columbus State University Schwob School of Music presents a fundraising event called Gusto! on Nov. 12.
A cup of apple cider is a delicious part of the fabric of fall.
What is it about cooking for vegetarians that stumps so many carnivores? Even those who make a sublime split pea soup or divine dal curry suddenly feel compelled to reach for the safety of Boca burgers.
Saturday’s Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens calls for a sophisticated picnic. I like to make small sandwiches and individually wrap each one in parchment paper. Tie a festive fall ribbon around each sandwich packet to add a touch of elegance.
It’s not zombies or ghosts or vampires. For dentists, the scariest thing about Halloween is the potential for cavities.
Columbus is moving forward, and I know how to bolster our national exposure.
LuLu Formby always made candies and pastries and put them into gift baskets that she gave to friends and family members.
If I seem a little sluggish this November, forgive me. I’m trying to write a novel -- in a month.
The music students at Northside High, Midland Middle and Double Churches Middle have their wish lists.
Beginning Feb. 17 on Springer Mountain, Ga., MacKenzie, who’s Christian, pointed north with her canines Smokey, Shepherd, Colt and Marley. She finished July 16 on Mt. Katahdin in the middle of Maine.
Lexie Dorsett is a lucky girl.
A year after graduating from the University of Cinncinati’s College-Conservatory of Music, she was working regularly as an actor.The anticipation was mounting as my husband and I drove to Atlanta last Friday night. I hadn’t felt this way since my days of attending concerts in small, crowded Chicago clubs.
"Noises Off" is a British farce about a horrible play and what is happening back stage while the play is going on. It's 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28-29 and 2 p.m. Oct. 30 at Columbus State University, Theater on the Park, 6 W. 10th St. Tickets are $15-$17. Call 706-507-8444.
Here’s something really scary: Halloween is almost here, and you still don’t have plans. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of local events taking place on or around the holiday. You can find options for kids, adult party goers and even pets. Click here for info on parties for adults.
Tonight's Chonda Pierce performance at the Bill Heard Theatre has been canceled. We'll update this story soon with information about what to do if you have a ticket.
Some of the best locally produced art that I’ve seen comes from youngsters.
If you have treats for 200 and only 40 kids show up at your door this weekend, you can find a way to use that extra Halloween candy or snacks before you end up throwing them away.
Olives become eyeballs. Sliced almonds turn into toenails, and store-bought dough gets wrapped mummy-style around hotdogs. Yep, it’s almost time for Halloween. Try these recipes to spook or delight your party guests.
Columbus resident Becca Wiggins, 58, said she has always been a bit of a writer, mostly keeping a travel journal to document her various adventures.
My boyfriend brought her into my world, and I wasn’t happy about it.
In 2004, the Springer Opera House was filled with visitors for a one-night ghost tour. They were all eager to see a ghost or at least experience a paranormal event.
“So, when are you going to get a TV?”
The Curtis family is counting down to February.
Halloween is a week away and you haven’t a clue what you’re going to wear to your friend’s costume party, an All Hallows Eve-inspired night on the town or just to pass out candy to neighborhood kids.
I don’t think I ever loved the idea of carving pumpkins as a kid. At least not as much as I do as an adult.
A version of Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” is performed at the Springer Opera House, 103 10th St., 7:30 p.m. Friday (Oct. 21) and Saturday (Oct. 22) and 2:30 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 23); also, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27-29. Tickets cost $15-$35. Information: 706-327-3688. Pre-show dinners: Advance tickets are needed for the buffet dinners which are held in the Springer Saloon at 6 p.m. Friday (Oct. 21) and Oct. 27-29. $16.
The Southern Pirate Festival, which includes pirate entertainment, interactive treasure hunts, children’s activities, cannon firings and black powder demonstrations is 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (Oct. 22-23) at National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus, 1002 Victory Drive. Tickets cost $9, $7 for children ages 4-12; $15 for registered pirates, free for children 3 and younger. Information: 706-327-9798.
It’s one of those dilemmas that I can’t do anything about.
When Tia Shearer was cast as Trixie in “Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale,” she was well acquainted with the book.
After 13 years as executive director of the National Civil War Naval Museum at Port Columbus, Bruce Smith announced Wednesday that he’ll retire at the end of the year.
When it comes to home baking, the idea of convenience has been kidnapped by well-meaning manufacturers who have created a culture of pre-rolled pie crust, shrink-wrapped cookie mix and frozen cudgels of bread dough.
My mother-in-law orders Taste of Home magazine for my husband and me every year. At the beginning of my marriage, when it hadn’t yet occurred to me that a fast-food dinner in the break room of the newspaper building was unusual, I was confused by my mother-in-law’s gift.
Columbus resident Deborah Whitley contributed this story to the Ledger-Enquirer’s Breast Cancer Awareness page.
In many runners’ minds, walking is a sign of weakness.
Linda Szabo has been executive director of the Southwest Division of the March of Dimes for 23 years.
I used to be so smart.
Every Oct. 31 the most important question becomes “What to wear?”
Bishop-elect John Hartmayer, OFM Conv., has history on his side.
Eli Groman, a fourth year student at Auburn University School of Architecture, Design and Construction, is excited about the 17th annual Pumpkin Carve on Oct. 28.
Fun, inventive and borderline-grotesque, “Damned” takes the reader on a journey through hell quite unlike most literary interpretations. Prepare to encounter a sea of insects and mountains of dandruff as 13-year-old Madison Spencer navigates her way through the underworld in search of Satan. In true Palahniuk fashion, nothing is quite what it seems...
There’s more than beer at this year’s Backyard Brewfest. If you head to the Loft Saturday afternoon (Oct. 15), expect live music, food, SEC football and a wine tasting, in addition to the 100 American craft beers offered for the beer tasting. Location is the backyard at the Loft, 1032 Broadway. The event is set for 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Cost: $30 if you buy by Friday (Oct. 14) at the restaurant. It will cost $35 at the door. Details: uptownbrewfest.com
Jonathan Perkins is a playwright, director, actor and a poet. He said something the other day that made a lot of sense to me.
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra will perform music by Beethoven at the concert Saturday (Oct. 15) at 7:30 p.m. Know the Score will be held at 6:30 p.m. where conductor and music director George Del Gobbo explains the two Beethoven symphonies. It’s free with a concert ticket. Concert is at the Bill Heard Theatre, RiverCenter, 900 Broadway. Concert tickets cost $22-$32. Information: 706-256-3612.
The 16th Arts on the River event Saturday (Oct. 15) will feature fine art that guests can purchase as well as a judged show for artists. Times are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the 1100 block of Broadway. Admission is free. Information: 706-323-8139.
It’s our favorite fruit and American as, well, its most popular baked good.
It’s now, that time between seasons, when groceries and farmers markets carry a full range of nature’s bounty, which inspires this cross-cultural stir-fry. It pairs Asian flavorings and techniques with vegetables of the Americas ranging from summer’s red peppers to the seeds of autumn’s pumpkins.
The slight chill in the evening air makes me crave hearty family style meals. Here are a few great dishes that kids, parents and grandparents can enjoy together.
As we near the middle of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two major awareness and fundraising events are on the horizon. Both organizations are raising money to give local women breast care that would otherwise be unaffordable to them.
Rebecca Greenwood, cofounder and president of Christian Harvest International, will headline the “Freedom for Our Children” conference Oct. 16-17 at Solid Rock Assembly of God, 6959 Warm Springs Road. It’s sponsored by Impart Ministries.
I gripped the stripper pole and tried to strike a balance between old-fashioned glamour and new-age seduction.
With 14,000 to 16,000 graves at Historic Linwood Cemetery, there’s no shortage of stories to tell about the cemetery’s “residents.”
Last week, I went to a rock concert with my parents.
You don’t have to go to the middle of the woods to get back to nature.
CEO of American Red Cross in Greater New York Vikki Pryor will headline event
Get in line for the Ferris Wheel -- the Greater Columbus Fair returns to the Columbus Civic Center next week.
Callaway Gardens’ inaugural Harvest Moon Festival is a little different from your typical music festival.
If you’ve never been to Pope’s Haunted Farm in Salem, Ala., you’re missing out.
Here’s something you don’t usually think about while savoring a romantic evening at a local hot spot.
The Cavaliers Orchestra, a 17-piece Big Band, will perform at 7:30 p.m. tonight in the Lakebottom Park Bandshell.
Claire Robinson learned how to make dishes using very few ingredients when she lived in southwest France.
The Vagabond Players newest play, “You Can’t Get There from Here,” opens this weekend at the Scottish Rite Little Theatre, 1027 Second Ave. The play examines small-town life as big-city journalists come to investigate a pothole scam. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday (Oct. 7-8) and 2:30 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 9): also, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14-15; and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 16. Tickets: $10-$15. Information: 706-322-3091.
NORTH ROYALTON, Ohio -- If you have ever wished with regret that Grandma had not taken the recipe for her special sweet rolls to the grave with her, you will appreciate Mary Ann Winkowski’s new book.
Fall apples are crunchy, juicy and full of flavor. They definitely deserve their own celebratory month, which happens to be October. In honor of this healthy and tasty fruit, here are a couple recipes from U.S. Apple Association. Get more at ledger-enquirer.com/dawn
The idea for this recipe started with the salad, instead of the protein, as with most meals. Step back a bit, and it really started with carrots.
The calendar may call for autumnal fare, but in many places, Indian summer has a different agenda. And our dinner tables seek a compromise.
In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Ledger-Enquirer has encouraged those touched by the disease to share their stories at ledger-enquirer.com/breastcancer. The responses have been touching and each Tuesday in October, we’ll share some of the stories people have shared.
Make a difference.
Mike Howard is one of those guys who has a story about practically anything.
Some of my favorite movies are romantic comedies.
Rhiannon Harrell and Leslie Cox walked 60 miles last week. For three days, they walked, despite rain, mud, tired feet and blisters.
