What a Drag
“The scene now is not the scene 10 years ago,” explains Darius-Darionçé Noxemma Lupitâ Jackson of life in downtown #colga . “The scene now is diverse. To be able to be a drag queen in the median of Broadway is ao liberating.”
Watch and learn more about this local chef, artist, and host is the monthly #dragqueenstoryhour organized by Colgay PRIDE of Columbus Georgia.
Kickin* It
Professional women’s soccer arrives in #colga Dec. 30 when Columbus Rapids FC start their inaugural season on their home turf at Columbus Civic Center.
Watch our interview with Coach Miguel Galindo and former CSU star Olivia Jarrell for thei thoughts as the new franchise prepares for play in National Indoor Soccer League.
Cannon Blast
A colorful, joyous dystopia informs artist Christine Cannon’s show “Electroweak Epoch,” on view at Heritage Art Center.
“That’s the world we live in,” Cannon explains of the vision, “it’s beautiful and vibrant but it’s also horrifying at times.”
CannonArts’ “Electroweak Epoch” opening reception 5-8 p.m. Sat. 11.27; closing reception 5-8 p.m. Sat. 12.4.
#colga #columbusga #artshow
To celebrate its 7th anniversary, Wrightway Fitness is hosting tomorrow (Tues. 11/9) an Open House 4-6 p.m. followed by a party 6-9 p.m.
Here’s our hang with owner Darrel Wright first posted in April.
“I love to help people,” Wright explained of putting his passion to work as owner of the popular Midtown gym. During the interview, the Army vet / 4-time Gold Glove boxing champ / certified nutritionist shares his philosophies on motivation, preparation, and inspiration.
#colga #getfit
Home Front
Discovery + show 'First Time Fixers' shines light on a local military family’s trials, tribulations, and ultimate triumph in a painstaking renovation of their stunning Historic District home.
Fort Benning MWR
#columbusga #colga #renovation #historichomes
Preservation Perspectives
“Love it and nurture it.”
Local artists gather at Heritage Art Center to share their inspiration for donating to the Historic District Preservation Society fundraiser, ”Drawing for the District.”
Reception 5p.m.-8 p.m. at HAC (514 2nd Ave.) tonight opens virtual show on Instagram @drawingforthedistrict thru Nov. 14.
#columbusga
Andy Carpenter
Karen Renee
Dorris Bishop
Jarrett Holbrook Art
Recipe for Success
Twisted Skillet food truck owner/operator Jerome Lawson’s key ingredient?
Love.
“If you don’t love what you do,” Lawson explains, “then you’re out of context with what you’re doing.”
Find Jerome's TwistSkillit and other fantastic food trucks Saturday at the Uptown Columbus Food Truck Festival in Woodruff Park.
#yum #foodtrucklife #colga #columbusga
Grace Motes
Columbus creative EMusical (a singer/producer/violinist and dance instructor) sits down to talk about his roots playing in the church choir, what the Columbus scene needs and why Music and Entertainment Council can provide it.
Interview includes performance of his “sad song” single, “Puzzle Peace.”
#columbusga
Setting the Stage
Successful in establishing Chattahoochee Brewing 8 years ago on te banks of the river in Phenix City, owner Darrell Winowich in 2020 put his love for live music on stage.
The Stage at River Falls Stage, that is, an outdoor venue boasting stellar sound, beautiful backrop, and bookings of some of the best local acts in the blues/bluegrass/oots rock/jam scene.
Watch Darrell as he shares the history behind -- and vision for -- this unassuming venue that's among the area’s best.
Shout outs to:
Bibb City Ramblers
BoDean and the Poachers
Mango Strange
Neal Lucas
Relative Sound
The Shelby Brothers
#colga #livelocalmusic
In Tune
Tapped into the deep well of local talent and determined to share it with the world, the Music and Entertainment Council looks to change the culture — and commerce — of music in Columbus.
#colga #livelocalmusic #georgiamusic
Added Flavor
Opened just months before the COVID quarantine, Bodega 1205 has not only survived — but thrived — during the pandemic.
The key ingredient for its success?
“We cook with love,” explains Puerto Rico native / U.S. Army veteran owner Cesar Bautista.
Sitting down with us ahead of Saturday’s Tri-City Latino Festival , Bautista shares how life brought him here, why he loves Columbus, and what makes the local Latino community special.
#colga
Bark in the Park
In just five years, the annual Barks and Blies Music Festival has become a must on the local live-music calendar.
It’s also o become the largest fundraiser for Paws Humane Society, helping the nonprofit shelter / clinic find homes for 2,000+ animals a year as well as offer affordable vet services.
Coming in hot noon-9 p.m. Saturday, the fest’s line-up features Bibb City Ramblers,Neal Lucas, The Shelby Brothers, and Skyler Saufley. Free admission.
#colga