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May 17, 2012 Northland July 4th parade to mark 50 years

The Northland Community Independence Day Parade is celebrating 50 years this year, and to coincide with Columbus' Bicentennial, the theme for 2012 is "Celebration of History."

2012 Neighborhood Pride Brings Focus to Four Residential Communities

The Neighborhood Pride program is celebrating 13 years during the 2012 season, with a continued aim on bringing attention to various neighborhoods throughout Columbus. These neighborhoods will see year-long efforts focused on engaging residents, business owners and volunteers to beautify and strengthen these communities. That includes street sweeping, pothole repair, community events, bike rides and other programs.

Local artwork being collected for city's tricentennial

Talk about planning ahead: The Cultural Arts Center is gathering miniature artworks for an exhibit in 2112. More than 150 central Ohio artists have contributed small pieces for a time capsule that the center will bury in its courtyard and garden on June 3, during the Columbus Arts Festival.

New signs could help promote 'sense of community' | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

As part of the celebration of the city's 200th birthday, areas such as Northland and Clintonville are being offered, at no charge, five "gateway" signs to be installed in these communities.

May 3, 2012 Bicentennial art will adorn Broad Street bridge

The Franklin County commissioners are expected to unveil today a $20,000 art installation that soon will grace the Broad Street bridge as part of the Columbus bicentennial celebration. The installation is part of a larger project, “Finding Time: Columbus Public Art 2012."

May 1, 2012 2012 marks the 90th annivesary of Ohio Stadium

Ohio State’s Knowlton School of Architectureis creating an exhibit to commemorate Ohio Stadium's 90th anniversary.

April 30, 2012 200Columbus Wraps First Phase: Hundreds of Events Honor Columbus’ Proud Past

Hundreds of events brought together thousands of residents throughout the first phase of 200Columbus – the Bicentennial, which focused on honoring the city’s past while celebrating the smart, open spirit that is propelling Columbus forward.

The ‘200Columbus’ patch appears on OSU jerseys

Observant fans watching OSU's spring game may have noticed a tiny addition to the usually label-free jerseys—a small, rectangular patch affixed on the right front. The patch, which said simply, “200Columbus” was a nod by the OSU athletic department to commemorate Columbus’s 2012 bicentennial year.

April 26, 2012 Preview: Legends and Legacies: Columbus Dances

Tap dancer and “Thinking on Their Feet” filmmaker Jenai Cutcher West brings her new book, “Columbus Moves: A Brief History of Contemporary Dance,” to its namesake city on May 2. In time for the city’s bicentennial, the book is a tribute to the past and those who created it, as well as an addition to the current conversation surrounding dance-making in Columbus.

Columbus Historical Society getting more visitors after moving to COSI

Since the Columbus Historical Society moved to COSI Columbus in mid-February, more than 2,000 people have stopped in to see its exhibits. Read more about what's coming up for CHS.

Columbus Bicentennial: Human Service Chamber members have made a difference then….and now

As Columbus celebrates its bicentennial year, the HSCFC offers a historic look at the major challenges our residents have faced over time – from world wars to the Great Depression – and how we responded to these challenges.

10 Ohio Bands You Should Listen to Now

Here's a small sampling of the best new artists incubated in and between the C-city trifecta of Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati. Bands from Columbus make up nearly half the list, and include The Black Swans, Nick Tolford and Company, Old Hundred and Phantods.

Taco Truck Tours in Columbus

Columbus has an impressive taco truck scene. Here's a recap of one writer's experience on a taco truck tour.

April 25, 2012 200Columbus and The Ohio Machine To Host "Lacrosse Launch Party" at Columbus Commons

200Columbus and the Ohio Machine are hosting "Lacrosse Launch" party at Columbus Commons on Wednesday, May 16 during the lunch hour. The event will feature food trucks, live music, and an attempt to set the world record for the largest lacrosse game. Get details and register to be part of the game at: www.theohiomachine.com/200cbus

April 23, 2012 Digital arts festival to feature room for city's bicentennial

With the city celebrating its bicentennial, Columbus State’s annual Downtown Digital Arts Festival will include an entire room dedicated to Columbus, including images of the city's skyline, Short North, Ohio Theater and other landmarks. The display includes artwork from current and past students.

April 18, 2012 Fourth Neighborhood Bicentennial Celebration is Thursday at Gillie Recreation Center | 200Columbus

Like dessert, Gillie has saved the best for last among the four regional celebrations. The party takes places Thursday, April 19 from 5-9 p.m.

April 16, 2012 Columbus Arts Pop-Up Project Call for Entries

The Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) in collaboration with the Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District (SID) has announced a call for entries for the Columbus Arts Pop-Up Project (CAP-UP), a series of installation window displays by area artists. Artists will be challenged to celebrate the city’s Bicentennial as well as the area’s diverse character for the benefit of its residents, visitors and businesses.

April 11, 2012 200Columbus Neighborhood Gateways Program is here

As part of the observance of the Columbus 200th birthday, the City of Columbus has created the 200Columbus Neighborhood Gateways Program, through which each of the city’s neighborhoods is eligible to receive up to five signs at no charge.

Free classroom resource explores Columbus aviation history, world regions and cultures

To coincide with the Bicentennial exploration of our city's past, the Columbus Council on World Affairs is distributing an original resource for use in middle school and high school classrooms. To download this lesson plan, teachers and/or parents should visit: http://columbusworldaffairs.org/resources/classroom-resources/.

Dime-A-Dog nights are part of Clippers 200Columbus celebration

To help celebrate Columbus’ bicentennial, the Clippers have scheduled a Dime-A-Dog Night for every Monday home game, not just the typical once a month scenario. A part of Columbus' history, the change will allow fans more opportunities to participate in the tradition.

April 10, 2012 Earth Day 2012: Help Keep Columbus Beautiful!

Earth Day is around the corner, and Columbus is looking for help to get the city cleaner and greener. Gather together and volunteer to Keep Columbus Beautiful!

April 9, 2012 200Columbus: The Making of an Anthem

View a documentary on the creation of the 200Columbus Bicentennial Anthem.

Free Bicentennial Celebrations April 12 at Barnett and April 13 at Marion Franklin Recreation Center; April 14 at area Kroger Stores | 200Columbus

In commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the city of Columbus, Mayor Michael B. Coleman, City Council, the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department and 200Columbus are uniting with neighborhoods to host regional parties at City Recreation Centers. These free, public celebrations join with hundreds of 200Columbus events to honor our city’s history, celebrate what we love about Columbus today, and envision the future we are building together.

April 6, 2012 AT&T’s 2012 Columbus Phone Book Covers Feature 200Columbus

AT&T celebrates Columbus’ Bicentennial with its 2012 Columbus phone books. The 4 regional books, each with a different cover, showcase stunning photos of the Scioto Mile lit up at night as well as the 200Columbus logo. Click on the above link to see a photo.

April 5, 2012 Community event to celebrate diversity

The Northland International Festival will celebrate the diversity of the neighborhood Aug. 25-26, thanks in part to a 200Columbus Neighborhood Grant. The free community event will feature food, music, dance and art.

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