Downtown Living Blog

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4.  Every Wednesday In October (EWIO)

EWIO is a NON-PARTISAN, interactive candidate and issues forum to increase political education, participation and activism in the community.  The series is designed to provide the attendees an opportunity to engage candidates and issue representatives with important concerns.  The event is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and all are encouraged to attend.  SEATING IS LIMITED, so prompt arrival is encouraged. Refreshments available.

CULYPA Membership $30 (50% off) for those who attend these events.

Location:    COLUMBUS URBAN LEAGUE
                   (788 Mt. Vernon Avenue, 43203)
Date:           Every Wednesday in October
Time:            6:00pm -- 8:00pm

ROUND FOUR:
October 29
Presidential & U.S. Congressional Races
Final: “Get Out To Vote Rally”
For more information, call:    614.372.2291

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5.  Sign up to volunteer with United Way of Central Ohio's newest group, GenNext. On Saturday, October 25th come out and help us make a difference in the Franklinton community. Volunteers will remove graffiti, clean up abandon lots, and prepare a child care center for accreditation amongst other things. Registration begins at 10am in the Florentine parking lot. At 1pm after you've worked up an appetite join us at Columbini's for drinks and complementary lunch. Visit www.gennextcolumbus.com for more information.

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6.  The 3^rd Annual DRACie Awards, Columbus’ most glamorous and hysterical roast, will be held on Wednesday, October 29^th, at the beautiful  Dean Jeffers Auditorium inside Nationwide Plaza One. 

The DRACie Awards celebrates all that is, was, or could have been in Downtown Columbus.  Proceeds benefit the Downtown Residents Association of Columbus.  Tickets are only $35 and include great humor, appetizers, and a cash bar.  To purchase tickets online please visit www.dracolumbus.com  

For more information please contact Shyam Raj at sraj@dlz.com or at 614.329.3848 

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Oct 30, 2008 @ 5:30pm

Location: Sugar Bar  525 Park St Columbus, OH 43215 614-221-0865
Please help spread the word about LULAC Columbus Council #39005 "Candidates Night & Taste of Latin Cuisine" on Thursday, October 30th from 5:30pm-8pm at Sugar Bar & Lounge Downtown. Click on attach file for details about this non-partisan event and to see the invited Republican and Democrat candidates list.  Mark your calendars and come join this "first-of-its-kind event" in Columbus (a bi-partisan Candidates Night being put together by a Latino grassroots organization to inform the Latino Community) and enjoy savory Latino appetizers.

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HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY & FOOD DRIVE MIXER

Wednesday, October 29th, 6:30-9:00 p.m. @ the Garage Bar (Arena District)

The CYP Club is proud to host our 4th annual Fall Food Drive Mixer, benefiting the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. Enjoy complimentary pizza (while it lasts), drink specials, and a DJ, while socializing with other young professionals. This year, we will be adding a costume party to the event – with prizes – for those who want to mix and mingle in Halloween costumes, and hosting the party at the Arena District's newest addition: The Garage Bar.

As in past years, the admission is a donation of three canned/non-perishable food items or $5.00 at the door. Additional donations are also welcome, and ALL PROCEEDS will benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. There will also be a contest throughout the event for "Best Costume," "Worst Costume," "Most Original Costume," and "Funniest Costume." Members of the CYP Club Social Committee will walk around during the event to judge the costumes, and pass out special cards to those who make it to round two. Towards the end of the event, all those with cards will be asked to come on stage allowing the audience to decide who wins each category. 

·         DATE & TIME: Wednesday, October 29th, 6:30-9:00pm

·         LOCATION: The Garage Bar, 147 Vine Street (Arena District)

·         DONATION/COST: Three canned/non-perishable items or $5 to benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank 

More information/Register here

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9.  

YPC VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

OCTOBER, 31 2008 - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY 

The High Ball is a cross between Carnivale and Mardi Gras with a pinch of Halloween and a healthy splash of the Short North's artistic spirit. The evening’s festivities will include Outrageous Costume Contests (all entries are welcome!), a Couture Costume Fashion Showdown for fashion professionals, the Dogtober Howloween Procession for costume-crazed pet owners, live bands, the city's hottest DJs and $5,000 in prizes!

Calling Enthusiastic Volunteers
If you enjoy creating an awesome experience and sharing it with your city, then you've got the first ingredient to be a volunteer for HighBall Halloween. If you have some hours to help behind the scenes by serving on committees or by setting up the day of the event, then you have the second ingredient.

Volunteer Positions Include but are not Limited to...
PR, costume contest assistant, concessions, set-up, take-down, event ambassador, model, and gate monitor.

Interested?
Go online to HighBallHalloween.com to register.  Next to your last name add: (YPC)

Hannah Adkins, of Jeni's Ice Creams, and Morgan Baughman, of the Short North Business Association, are the volunteer coordinators for this event. They will contact you 2-3 days after you've signed up to let you know what shift you will be working and exactly what you will be doing. To get more information, contact Morgan at the Short North Business Association, 614.299.8050 x11 or volunteers@highballhalloween.com.

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12.  TUESDAYS at the Mid-Ohio Food bank!

-       Mid-Ohio Food bank provides emergency assistance for more than 193,000 people per year

-       44% of clients have had to choose between food and paying for utilities

-       29% have chosen between food and rent

-       25% have chosen between food and medical care

In a nutshell, the Mid-Ohio Food bank's mission is to provide food for hungry people. And, that's where you come in!

Join the NBMBAA Columbus Chapter Community Service Committee for an evening of service as we volunteer at the Food bank.

Remember volunteering provides an opportunity for families, friends, co-workers and other groups to work and spend time together while helping others.

Mid-Ohio Food Bank

October 28, 2008 - 5:30pm - 8:00pm

1625 W. Mound Street

Space is Limited to 12 people for the October event.

Please RSVP your name, email address and phone number to columbusmba@columbusbmba.org no later than October 21, 2008

National Black MBA Association
Columbus, Ohio Chapter



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13.  Below is information on Link Worthington’s next networking event. 

FREE 1 Hour Beginners Yoga & Networking Potluck
When: November 5, 2008
Time: 5:30 to ? PM
Where: 7122 Bluffstream Court, Worthington, Ohio 43235
Website is www.squidoo.com/linkworthington
Kathy Yannucci from Katica, LLC is doing the Yoga class.  Her website is www.katicayoga.com
Contact:  Katie McCartney for more information
eMail:  Katie@KatieMcCartney.com
Phone:  614.439.1874

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15.  Columbus City Schools' is hosting its sixth annual "Principal for a Day" program on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. We are always trying to recruit new participants, especially young professionals. Any assistance you could provide in passing this information on to colleagues would be greatly appreciated. It is a full-day event from 8:00am to 3:30pm. The school visit is in the morning, and in the afternoon all "Principals for a Day" will meet at COSI for a debriefing.

We hope you can join us!

(See attached file: PFAD invitation 2008.pdf)

Krista Bower
Business Partnerships & Special Projects Coordinator
Columbus City Schools
270 E. State St.
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-365-8869
Fax: 614-365-8734
Email: kbower439@columbus.k12.oh.us

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2nd WEDNESDAY of the MONTH
IT'S ALL IN WHO YOU KNOW
Network Columbus - www.networkcolumbus.com : Outlook presents Network Columbus, a chamber of commerce for gay-owned and allied companies and gay and allied business professionals offering networking events, educational programs, business advocacy and linkages with other business and professional organizations to lead and support economic growth within the central Ohio gay community. (Ain't that a mouthful!) Relaxed business casual atmosphere, lots of prizes and free food. Come and network already! 6p-8p; free. 

Nov 12: Liquid cafe+lounge (1100 N High) hosts, with speakers: Sgts Anthony Wilson and Jackie Cote, Columbus Police Department - Diversity Recruiting

Dec 10: Outlook's holiday shindigextravaganza at Sage American Bistro (2653 N High)

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18.  SAVE THE DATE---100 Black Men 6th Annual Red Hot Gala---November 29, 2008!

Greetings everyone, 

I hope all is well.  This year, my company, JPRC has been charged with the wonderful task of coordinating the 6th Annual Red Hot Gala for the 100 Black Men of Central Ohio.  The event will take place on Saturday, November 29, 2008 from 6-12 midnight.  Tickets are $75 and a portion of the proceeds will go toward supporting the Mentoring program of the 100 BMCO and your contribution is tax deductible.

The 100 Black Men of America, Inc., is a national organization devoted to improving the quality of life of our Communities, and enhancing educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans. The 100 BMCO was established to develop and implement community service projects to invigorate Columbus' African-American community for the 21st century and beyond.

In its 6^th year, the gala has attracted a variety of influential leaders and local celebrities throughout Central Ohio. This black tie affair will feature live entertainment, music and more importantly, will salute the achievements of those individuals who have made a difference in the lives of children in Central Ohio.  

This year the 100 BMCO will be honoring:
Yvette McGee-Brown ( Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children's Hospital)
Clarence D. Lumpkin ( Community activist)
Eddie Harrell, Jr. ( Columbus Urban League)
Allen Huff ( The Neighborhood House)
Jerry Saunders (APDS).   

I am asking for your support in making this year's event a huge success.  One of the ways you can assist this effort will be through purchasing a ticket, advertising your church, organization or business in the program book or getting friends, colleagues and members of your organization to commit to sponsoring or co-sponsoring a table.  The cost to sponsor a table is $1,000 and includes a full page ad in the program.  If you, your company or organization is interested please let me know.  Also, I have attached an e- flyer that you may circulate or post if you wish. 

Again, thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you soon.  Have a wonderful day! 

Kind Regards,
Niel M. Jurist
JPRC
614.204.8722
info@jprc.net

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19.  You’ve Got What We Need…  Tech-Literate Volunteers Needed!

TECH CORPS Ohio, the state chapter of a national nonprofit organization committed to enhancing K-12 education by recruiting volunteers to assist schools and youth-serving organizations with their technology needs, is now recruiting volunteers for sites in Columbus.  To learn more about current opportunities, visit www.techcorpsohio.org.  Thank you for your consideration!  (Please feel free to forward this email ...)

Lisa M. Chambers, State Director
TECH CORPS Ohio
112 Jefferson Avenue
Columbus, OH 43215
614-583-9211

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20.  Our company is in the process of applying our years of job placement expertise to a new group of job seekers, with a special emphasis on Columbus' young professionals.  We recently created a short online survey to further assess the needs of our audience and to make certain that we are on target with our service offerings. With the feedback we received, we hope to begin offering career discovery, design, and development services this fall!

Can you please forward the survey link below to your Young Professionals network to get their opinions? Unless participants provide contact information, all responses are anonymous.  We can be reached at 614.298.1383 or career.discovery.design@gmail.com if anyone has any additional questions or would like more information. Thanks - we greatly appreciate all feedback!  http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e2csv3uofko6rit7/start   

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21.  Hi, I am working on a project for my statistics class.  Do you mind helping me out by completing this survey?  (Seeking good participation from the African American community.)  Also, feel free to send it on to others (preferably Ohio voters). 

Thank you!
Jason
http://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=pfhm9ndj5k6nijf495841

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24.  CRP is currently recruiting for Research Associate

CRP is recruiting for a Research Associate position. Below is a summary of the position description. The full description is available on the CRP website. Please feel free to circulate this to any interested and qualified individuals.

Thanks!
Bobbie Garber

Research Associate
The Research Associate is a full-time position responsible for collecting, analyzing, and presenting social, demographic, economic, and property data, and conducting qualitative and quantitative research for CRP’s community data and research projects, and developing and sustaining partnerships with data providers, data users, funders, clients, and other community organizations to further CRP’s community data and research work.

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25.  For immediate release
October 6, 2008

Contact:  Dan Williamson, Mayor’s Office 645-0849
               Cynthia Rickman, Development Department, 645-8795
               John Ivanic, City Council, 645-6798
               Tina Guegold, Nationwide Realty Investors, 857-2336

More Jobs, Housing, Offices and Retail Coming to Arena District

(Columbus) — Mayor Michael B. Coleman will ask City Council to consider legislation that would allow the City to sell property at Neil and Vine streets to make way for a $250 million investment that would bring about 1,000 new jobs, housing and office space to the Arena District. The legislation was on Council’s agenda tonight for a first reading. 

“I am pleased with growth of the Arena District, which continues to bring  together development, businesses and residents to show what can be done to bring a new generation of investment,” said Mayor Coleman. “And I’m especially excited about adding 1,000 jobs in this tough economy.”

NWD Investments will purchase the 2.4 acre lot for $2 million and plans to develop a 250 unit multi-family housing project in this area. This site, when combined with adjacent properties already owned by NWD Investments, allows for development of the northern boundaries of the Arena District and the completion of an expanded master plan that includes residential apartments, office buildings, parking garages and, through a partnership with Continental Real Estate, a Giant Eagle grocery store. 

This final phase of Arena District development will result in an additional $250 million in private investment, bringing total private investment in the Arena District to roughly $1 billion.

“With this significant project, Nationwide is continuing its long standing commitment to revitalizing the heart of our city,” said Development Committee Chair Maryellen O’Shaughnessy.  “They have a proven track record of success when it comes to understanding the challenges of urban development.”

The Arena District is located in a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. Nationwide Reality Investors will be responsible for infrastructure costs upfront and will be reimbursed from 100 percent of available TIF funds. TIF revenue will be generated from existing Arena-area TIFs. Funding for the Giant Eagle parking structure will also come from TIF revenues. Infrastructure improvements include: Neil Avenue, Vine Street, Brodbelt, Convention Center Drive improvements and transmission lines.

“We are pleased to have the opportunity to work with the City of Columbus and continue to develop in Downtown Columbus,” said Brian J. Ellis, President and COO of Nationwide Realty Investors. “This expansion of the Arena District will bring even more people to live and work in the Arena District and downtown Columbus, creating an energy and vitality that is essential for a successful downtown.”

Recent development in the Arena District includes the completion of the Condominiums at North Bank Park and an office building at 230 West Street, as well as the ongoing construction of Huntington Park.

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26. There are 10^11 stars in the galaxy. That used to be a huge number. But it's only a hundred billion. It's less than the national deficit! We used to call them astronomical numbers. Now we should call them economical numbers. -Richard Feynman, physicist, Nobel laureate (1918-1988)

SHORT NORTH
URBAN CROQUET

Sunday, October 12th, 2008
Columbus Day Weekend

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2.   Columbus invited you to "Columbus Urban League Young Professionals" on Thursday, October 9 at 6:00pm.

Event: Columbus Urban League Young Professionals
       "It's time for Happy Hour!"
What: Cocktail Party
Host: CULYP Social Committe
Start Time: Thursday, October 9 at 6:00pm End Time: Thursday, October 9 at 8:00pm
Where: Claddagh's Irish Pub

To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=25887369654

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3. Top 10 Reasons to Attend In Living Pink 

10.  You want to get an early jump on your Christmas shopping (LOTS of great auction & raffle items!!)
9.  It’s tough coming up with up with something new and interesting to do every Friday night.
8.  Seriously, how many more weekends this year are you going to be able to party in a tent?
7.  Gail Hogan is just TOO CUTE!
6.  You don’t have Direct TV, so the new season of “Friday Night Lights” doesn’t start for you until February ‘09
5.  Seems like a lot of women are going to be there…increasing your chances greatly.
4.  Economy be damned!
3.  You want to be known as a Maverick.
2.  It’s at Purdue and kickoff is at 3:30.
And, the number one reason to attend … 
… You look spectacular pink!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2008
7:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M.
FRANKLIN PARK CONSERVATORY
1777 East Broad Street | Columbus, Ohio  43203

$60 per person | $100 per couple
Heavy hors d’oeuvres | cash bar

In Living Pink benefits the Young Survival Coalition—Central Ohio Chapter, addressing the needs of young women with breast cancer.  To register online, to preview live & silent auction items or to make a donation, visit https://www.youngsurvival.org/en/in-living-pink/columbus-2008/

Pink attire is encouraged!

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4.   FYI - to all the experienced and "new" bike riders pushing pedals this year, below is info on a growing event for a great cause.  And you can come out and support our City's own Rick Tilton as he does 25 miles...

http://trekstorecolumbus.com/

Go to the attached link to the Columbus Trek Store and click on the link to the 3rd Annual Trek Breast Cancer Awareness Ride, scheduled for Saturday, October 11, at the New Albany (it's actually in Columbus) Trek Store, 5334 North Hamilton Road. 

Registration is $25, can be done online or at the event on the morning of the rides.   There will be two rides:  a family-friendly 10 mile ride and a 25 mile ride for those into longer rides.

http://trekstorecolumbus.com/

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7.   Columbus Council on World Affairs 

International Law: Iran, Iraq & the US

Brigadier General Charles Tucker, Executive Director of the International Human Rights Law Institute, DePaul Law School
Dr. Ida Aghdas Mirzaie, Senior lecturer of Economics, The Ohio State University

Friday, October 24, 2008
11:30 am to 1:15 pm 
The Athletic Club of Columbus
Lunch & Lecture: $25 Members, $30 Non-Members
Lecture Only: free to Members, $5 Non-Members
Click now to register online
or call Rhonda Nicholas at 614.229.4599 ext. 401

On December 31 of this year, the UN mandate legalizing multinational force in Iraq is set to expire. Anticipating this milestone - and considering the history of US presence in the Persian Gulf - expert panelists Charles Tucker, Jr. and Ida Aghdas Mirzaie will explore all legal options of foreign policy from political, military, economic and humanitarian perspectives.
 
Air Force Brigadier General Charles Tucker, Jr. is the Executive Director of the International Human Rights Law Institute at DePaul Law School in Chicago. Throughout his distinguished military career, Brigadier General Tucker has held numerous posts as a humanitarian law practitioner and adviser for various civil, governmental, and humanitarian groups worldwide. Drawing on over twenty years of experience in these sectors, he will address the legality of US presence in Iraq, exit strategy, and the political implications of the impending withdrawal.
 
Dr. Ira Aghdas Mirzaie, senior lecturer at The Ohio State University, is an economics scholar of Iranian origin. Her work includes publications and speaking engagements for such global organizations as the International Monetary Fund and Economic Research Forum for Arab Countries. Examining Iran's regime of sanctions and the recent repatriation of former Iraqi leaders, she will speak to the economic issues facing the US in its quest to normalize Iran/Iraq relations. 
 
Presented in partnership with United Nations Association USA, Columbus Chapter.

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8.   The Capital Club Young Executive Board presents the third-annual. . .

Monte Carlo Masquerade
Friday, October 24, 2008
8:00 p.m. – 2 a.m. (gambling & auctions conclude at Midnight)
The Capital Club 41 S. High Street – 7th Floor

Tickets:
In Advance: $40/person $60/couple
At the Door: $50/person $75/couple

Come join the Young Executive Board to benefit Dress for Success Columbus and the Young Executive Board Foundation through gambling with the opportunity to bid on attractive auction items, music, dancing, socializing, high-end bars and a cigar lounge followed by a great after-hours party DJ'd by tellafriend promotions. Cash bars will be available. Tickets can be purchased through the event website, the Capital Club receptionist (614/228-0225) or any Young Executive Board Member.

Check out the event website (http://www.MonteCarloMasquerade.com) for more information, including pictures from prior events, directions and the missions of our charity beneficiaries.

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9.   
What             HighBall Halloween: Masquerade on High
Date/Time     Friday, October 31, 2008 • 6:00PM - Midnight
Location        High Street from Buttles to Hubbard and surrounding area
Target           Columbus' creative class •  Young Professionals • Free Spirits • Adults 18 - 88
Attendance    7,500 - 10,000
Admission     Free
Featuring       Live Bands at the north end
                      Dance DJ at the south end
                      Runway Costume Contest in the middle!
                            (hosted by National Entertainer of the Year, Nina West)
                      Cash and in-kind prizes valued at over $5,000 for best costumes in numerous competitions
                      HighBall Costume Contest
                           • Open to the General Public
                           • Best Tag Team (for teams of 2 or more people)
                           • Best King and Queen (Drag, that is)
                           • Best Celebrity Look-a-like
                           • Most Artistically Creative
                      Costume Couture Fashion Show and Contest
                           • Open to Columbus' professional design community
                      Dogtober Howloween Procession and Costume Contest
                           • Open to pets and owners of all sorts
                      Costume contests and Halloween parties throughout the Short North and surrounding
                             areas following HighBall
                      Volunteer opportunities abound both before and the day of the event...
                           • Contact Morgan at the Short North Business Association 
                              614.299.8050 x11 / morgan@shortnorth.org
Partners        Columbus alive! • CD101 • ZenGenius • columbusunderground.com
                      Young Professionals of Columbus • Surly Girl Saloon • Jeni's Ice Cream

                      Short North Business Association • Haiku • High Jinks • moorehead design
                      r design • Madison + Fifth

 
Info                HighBallHalloween.com (coming September 17, 2008)
                      Short North Business Association • 614.299.8050

Committee   Co-chairs: Charly Bauer • Carmen Owens
                     Coordinators: Short North Business Association • John Angelo • Morgan Baughman
                     HighBall Production Team: Hannah Adkins • Collin Castore • Jim Ressa
                     Dawn Friedman • Walker Evans • Darryl Mendelson • Ryan Morgan
                     Suzie Simpson • Nico Franano • Margie Voelker-Ferrier • Juli Rogers
                     Vickie Long • Candi Watkins • Micki Pike • Chris Shirer • Mark Moorehead

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11.

IT Community Events - October 2008

2008 TechColumbus Innovation Awards - Nominate Someone Today!

Join TechColumbus to celebrate, network and honor individuals and companies who continue to accelerate Columbus' growth in the future of innovation. This night is about prestige and professionalism, showcasing...

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C'mon, you kinda already knew this to be true… go Bucks.

Columbus, OH is the Number One Sports Town in the U.S.

Last update: 12:31 p.m. EDT Oct. 1, 2008
NEW YORK, Oct 01, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Boston, Buffalo and Pittsburgh Also Leading Sports Cities
Columbus, OH is the number one sports town in the U.S., according to a recent analysis by sports fan research firm Scarborough Sports Marketing. The analysis aggregated the avid fans* of the 29 sports measured by Scarborough, including the major leagues, motor sports, college sports, minor leagues, the Olympics and more (for a full list of sports included in the analysis, please see the end of this press release). Two-thirds (66%) of adults in Columbus are avid sports fans*. Boston, Buffalo and Pittsburgh round-out the top markets for avid sports fans. Sixty-four percent of Boston adults are avid sports fans, as are 63% of those in Buffalo and Pittsburgh. Nationally, 56% of all adults are avid sports fans.

"Each of the leading sports towns typically has one or two major teams that carry the market. In Columbus, it is college football. The Ohio State Buckeyes football team commands a more concentrated fan base than any other NCAA team measured by Scarborough. Additionally, the NHL Blue Jackets and the MLS Crew call Columbus home, and the city is surrounded by other major markets with established histories in professional sports -- including Cincinnati and Cleveland," said Howard Goldberg, senior vice president, Scarborough Sports Marketing. "Columbus sports fans also have the added benefit of close proximity to the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, OH."

Scarborough also examined home city fan bases of teams in the top sports towns. While Columbus may be known for having a high percentage of Ohio State college football fans, other leading sports towns are popular for their dominating major league teams. Boston, the #2 sports town in the U.S., has two major league teams with high popularity: the Red Sox (71% of Boston adults are Red Sox fans**) and the New England Patriots (67% of Boston adults are Patriots fans).

The Bills dominate Buffalo, as 66% of its residents are Bills fans. Based on percent of the market, Buffalo also boasts the NHL team with the largest home city fan base in the country: the Sabres. Fifty-nine percent of Buffalo adults are Sabres fans.

In Pittsburgh, it's all about the Steelers. Seventy-five percent of Pittsburgh adults are Steelers fans. In fact, based on percent of the market, the Steelers command the second largest local fan base of any team in the country. Green Bay is the city with the highest percentage of fans of a single team. With 81 percent of Green Bay adults being Packers fans, the Packers rank as the sports team with the most concentrated home city fan base in the country.

"Green Bay is a stand-out sports town. Almost the entire market is fans of the Packers, and half are fans of the University of Wisconsin Badgers football team. This illustrates that a city does not need to have a plethora of major league teams to be an outstanding sports market," said Mr. Goldberg.

Charts follow below.
Scarborough Sports Marketing City Rank: Top Sports Towns in the U.S.
(Adults who are "very" interested in any of the sports measured by Scarborough)

    DMA(R)                                     %
    Columbus, OH                            66%
    Boston, MA                              64%
    Buffalo, NY                             63%
    Pittsburgh, PA                          63%
    Green Bay/Appleton, WI                  62%
    Providence/New Bedford, RI              62%
    Denver, CO                              62%
    Rochester, NY                           62%
    Louisville, KY                          62%
    Cleveland/Akron, OH                     62%
    San Antonio, TX                         62%
    Birmingham, AL                          62%
    Spokane, WA                             61%
    Dayton, OH                              61%
    Jacksonville, FL                        61%
    Indianapolis, IN                        61%
    Albany/Schenectady/Troy, NY             60%
    Oklahoma City, OK                       60%
    Lexington, KY                           60%
    Flint/Saginaw/Bay City, MI              60%
    Toledo, OH                              60%
    Colorado Springs/Pueblo, CO             60%
    Mobile/Pensacola, FL                    60%
    Detroit, MI                             60%
    Dallas/Fort Worth, TX                   59%
    Greensboro/High Point/
     Winston-Salem, NC                      59%
    Norfolk/Portsmouth/Newport News, VA     59%
    Minneapolis/St. Paul, MI                59%
    Washington, D.C.                        59%
    St. Louis, MO                           59%
    Roanoke/Lynchburg, VA                   59%
    Des Moines/Ames, IA                     59%
    Tampa/St.Petersburg, FL                 58%
    Tulsa, OK                               58%
    Philadelphia, PA                        58%
    Charlotte, NC                           58%
    Milwaukee, WI                           58%
    Las Vegas, NV                           58%
    Seattle/Tacoma, WA                      58%
    Albuquerque/Santa Fe, NM                57%
    Hartford/New Haven, CT                  57%
    Chicago, IL                             57%
    Salt Lake City, UT                      57%
    New Orleans, LA                         57%
    Baltimore, MD                           57%
    Knoxville, TN                           57%
    Cincinnati, OH                          57%
    Nashville, TN                           57%
    Kansas City, MO                         57%
    Richmond/Petersburg, VA                 57%
    Greenville/Spartanburg/Asheville/
     Anderson, SC                           57%
    NATIONAL AVERAGE                        56%
    Tucson, AZ                              56%
    Atlanta, GA                             56%
    Syracuse, NY                            56%
    Honolulu, HI                            56%
    West Palm Beach/Fort Pierce, FL         56%
    Charleston/Huntington, WV               56%
    Raleigh/Durham, NC                      56%
    Memphis, TN                             56%
    Phoenix, AZ                             55%
    Orlando/Daytona Beach/
     /Melbourne, FL                         55%
    San Diego, CA                           55%
    Sacramento/Stockton/Modesto, CA         55%
    Fort Myers/Naples, FL                   55%
    Harrisburg/Lancaster/Lebanon/
     York, PA                               54%
    Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo/
     Battle Creek, MI                       54%
    Austin, TX                              54%
    Chattanooga, TN                         53%
    Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA               52%
    Houston, TX                             52%
    Portland, OR                            52%
    San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose, CA      51%
    Los Angeles, CA                         51%
    Little Rock/Pine Bluff, AR              51%
    Miami/Ft.Lauderdale, FL                 51%
    New York, NY                            50%

Michael S. Brown
Office of Mayor Michael B. Coleman
Urban Ventures Coordinator
614-645-6428

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13.   aja’s note:  An excerpt from an e-mail from my stepson, who is starting his third year at the University of Cincinnati: 

I was nominated by AEPi for Homecoming King.  Check out my Homecoming profile:

http://www.uc.edu/homecoming/profile.cfm?ID=297

http://www.uc.edu/homecoming/candidates.cfm is a link to ALL the candidates

Love,
Drew
Yea Drew!!

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14.   This is a must read article in Business Week.   

Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods: Great Buying Opportunities

Want to know where the next hot real estate markets will be? Watch where the artists are living now

http://www.businessweek.com/print/lifestyle/content/sep2008/bw20080923_944330.htm

Bryan W. Knicely
GCAC, President

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15. Nothing is illegal if one hundred businessmen decide to do it. -Andrew Young, author, civil rights activist, US congressman, mayor, and UN ambassador (b. 1932)

Corporation: n. An ingenious device for obtaining individual profit without individual responsibility. -Ambrose Bierce, author and editor (1842-1914)

Somebody has to do something, and it's just incredibly pathetic that it has to be us.  - Jerry Garcia

Capital Crossroads SID Notes

Each year, Capital Crossroads presents several awards at their annual meeting held in November, one each for Aesthetic Contribution, Outstanding Service and Outstanding Achievement. Please send your nominations for these categories to Kacey Campbell at KACampbell@sidservices.com by October 8. Nominees must be located within the SID boundaries (see http://www.downtowncolumbus.com/docs/Crossroads%202007%20Boundary.pdf for boundaries) and be for work done within the last year.

Pearl Market

Pearl Market is only around a few more weeks! Stop by this Friday for a wide array of fall produce and decor, including hand-painted gourds and wreaths. And on Tuesday, come check out the fresh apple cider and several varieties of delicious apples.

For more information, contact Kacey Campbell at 614.645.5095 or kacampbell@sidservices.com, or visit http://pearl-market.downtowncolumbus.com .

News and Notes

Once again this year, plan to celebrate Columbus over Columbus Day weekend with Experience Columbus Days. During the weekend of October 10 - 13, take advantage of 50% off admission to Columbus' best attractions and 25% off Dine Originals Columbus restaurants. Visit http://ExperienceColumbusDays.com to get your discount flyer. You can use it as often as you'd like throughout the weekend. Participating downtown attractions include: BalletMet, Columbus Historical Society, Columbus Landmarks Foundation, Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus Santa Maria, COSI Columbus, Franklin Park Conservatory, Kelton House Museum & Garden, North Market, Ohio Statehouse and Thurber House.

The Capitol Square Foundation and the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board have opened nominations for the "Great Ohioan" Award, which commemorates special Ohioans who have played a significant role in an event or series of events of lasting significance in world, American or Ohio history. Additional criteria include being born in Ohio or having lived in Ohio for a minimum of five years and at least 25 years having passed since the event in which the nominee participated occurred. For a complete explanation of the nomination process and to get a nomination form, visit http://www.capitolsquarefoundation.org/great_ohioan.htm . All citizens, including teachers and students, are encouraged to participate in the nomination process. The deadline for nominations is Monday, December 1, 2008. The Capitol Square Foundation will select two nominees from each category to submit for selection to the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board; recipients will be announced and recognized in early 2009.

The Greater Columbus Arts Council is hosting their 2008 Public Forum entitled "Integrating Public Art into City Design." The event looks at how a city can and whether it should integrate public art into city planning. Maurice Cox, Director of Design for the National Endowment for the Arts, will address that issue.
Friday, October 17, 8:30 - 10 am
BalletMet Performance Space, 322 Mt. Vernon Ave.
There is no cost to attend, but anyone wishing to speak must register in advance by contacting Jennifer Sadler at jsadler@gcac.org or 614.224.2606 x811 by October 14.

Restaurant Reminders

Experience Columbus Days offers 25% off Dine Originals Columbus restaurants. Participating downtown restaurants include: Blackcreek Bistro (614.246.9662), Due Amici (614.224.9373), Elevator Brewery & Draught Haus (614.228.0500), Milo's Deli & Cafe (614.224.0104) and Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails (614.221.8300). To get your discount flyer, which can be used as frequently as you wish during the weekend of October 10 - 13, visit http://www.ExperienceColumbusDays.com .

Special Events

NPR's Talk of the Nation Broadcast, Live from WOSU@COSI
Wednesday, October 8, 2 - 4 pm
COSI Columbus
333 W. Broad St.
This event is presented by WOSU Public Media, the Columbus Metropolitan Club and NPR. NPR's nationally-syndicated midday news talk program, Talk of the Nation, will broadcast live from WOSU@COSI for an election-themed program. A question and answer session featuring WOSU's Fred Andrle and Talk of the Nation host Neal Conan will take place immediately following the broadcast until 5 pm. The program will examine the presidential campaign and how Ohio is once again a key battleground state in the national election. Be part of the live studio audience; the event is no-cost, but registration is required and seating is limited. For more information or to register, visit http://www.wosu.org/totn or call 614.292.9678.

In Living Pink
Franklin Park Conservatory
Friday, October 10, 7 - 11 pm
This event benefits the Young Survival Coalition - Central Ohio Chapter, which addresses the needs of young women with breast cancer. The cost is 60.00 per person or 100.00 per couple. Come enjoy a live and silent auction, heavy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar; pink attire is encouraged.
To register online, to preview the auctions or to make a donation, visit http://www.youngsurvival.org/en/in-living-pink/columbus-2008/

2008 Haunted Statehouse Tours
The Ohio Statehouse
October 17 - 18 and October 24 - 25; tours depart every half hour between 7 pm and 10 pm
The Ohio Statehouse has kicked off ticket sales for the 2008 Haunted Statehouse Tours. This event has sold out during the previous three years. Guests enjoy a combination of history and legend in this special family-friendly (10 and older) haunted tour. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.statehouseshop.com (click "holiday"); by visiting the Statehouse Museum Shop on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse; or by calling 614.728.9234.

Arts Calendar

Columbus Days Tours A Citywide Celebration; Ohio Statehouse; October 2 - 5; ohiostatehouse.org

Exhibit: Faculty Biennial; Columbus College of Art & Design; October 3 - December 6; ccad.edu

Bargain Box; Veterans Memorial; October 4; fcvm.com

Carpe Diem String Quartet: From Silk to Steel; Columbus Dance Theatre; October 4; carpediemstringquartet.com

CityMusic: Liadan; Columbus Performing Arts Center; October 4; CityMusicColumbus.net

Columbus Prayer Summit; Veterans Memorial; October 4; fcvm.com

Dueling at the Dock; Santa Maria; October 4; santamaria.org

Mid-Ohio Con; Greater Columbus Convention Center; October 4 - 5; midohiocon.com

Sesame Street: The Body; COSI Columbus; October 4, 2008 - January 4, 2009; cosi.org

Carpe Diem String Quartet: Digital Revolution; COSI Columbus; October 5; carpediemstringquartet.com

Carpe Diem String Quartet: From Silk to Steel; COSI Columbus; October 5; carpediemstringquartet.com

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5-K; COSI Columbus; October 5; CANCER.ORG/STRIDESONLINE

ProMusica Chamber Orchestra: Pianist Conrad Tao; Southern Theatre; October 5; promusicacolumbus.org

Robin Williams; Palace Theatre; October 5; ticketmaster.com

Kiwanis College Fair; Veterans Memorial; October 7; fcvm.com

CAPA: Down by the Riverside; Ohio Theatre; October 8; capa.com

Michael W. Smith & Steven Curtis Chapman; Palace Theatre; October 9; ticketmaster.com

BalletMet: Dracula; Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center; October 10 - 18; balletmet.org

Exhibit: Murray Jones: Unfolding Vision; Columbus Museum of Art; October 10, 2008 - March 1, 2009; columbusmuseum.org

Ship Anniversary Party; Santa Maria; October 10; santamaria.org

ZZ Top; Palace Theatre; October 10; ticketmaster.com

Margaret Cho; Palace Theatre; October 11; ticketmaster.com

Universal Light Expo; Veterans Memorial; October 12 - 12; fcvm.com

Big Picture Lecture Series: Ron Pizutti; Columbus Museum of Art; October 12; columbusmuseum.org

CityMusic: Cavani String Quartet; Athletic Club of Columbus; October 12; CityMusicColumbus.net

Columbus Guitar Society: Stanley Yates and the Cavani Quartet; Athletic Club of Columbus; October 12; columbusguitarsociety.org

3rd Annual OOVAR Show; Columbus Metropolitan Library; October 13 - November 29; oac.state.oh.us

Columbus Day Wreath Laying Ceremony; Columbus City Hall; October 13; columbusitalianfestival.com

Broadway Across America-Columbus: Frost Nixon; Palace Theatre; October 14 - 19; broadwayacrossamerica.co

Last Call to Rock the Vote

Tomorrow, October 2

Ohio Statehouse (West Plaza) | 11am-2pm

Brazenhead in Dublin & Grandview | 6:30-9:30pm

I Know I Can’s Party with a Purpose

Tomorrow, October 2 | 5:30-8:30pm

Sugar Bar

Pay at the door | $20 cover (100% proceeds goes directly to I Know I Can)

More participants have been added for tomorrow’s fundraiser: Archie Griffin, Gene Smith, Mayor Coleman, Angela Pace, Carl Kohrt, Jeff Lyttle, and Jordan Miller

ArtFUSION

Presented in conjunction with the 61st Annual Art Ball

Saturday, October 4 | 8pm - midnight

Columbus Museum of Art

$100 per person (tickets must be purchased in advance)

http://www.artfusioncolumbus.com/