Picks & Previews
CityScene spotlights what to watch, what to watch for and what not to miss!
CATCO presents The Mystery of Irma Vep
June 2-27
Studio Two Theatre, Riffe Center, 77 S. High St.
This comedy/thriller has been called a cross between Rebecca and Blazing Saddles. www.catco.org
Art & Architecture Tours
June 4-6
Ohio Statehouse, Broad and High streets
The Statehouse opens its doors to art aficionados for free tours of its art collection. www.ohiostatehouse.org
Columbus Arts Festival
June 4-6
Discovery District, surrounding the Columbus Museum of Art and CCAD Downtown
This event pairs the finest artists with entertainment, activities and food. www.gcac.org/fest
A Taste of Soul
June 5
The King Arts Complex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Includes arts, crafts, music and food. www.kingartscomplex.com
Broadway Across America-Columbus presents Chicago
June 8-13
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Winner of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards and a Grammy Award, Chicago’s story of sin, corruption and all that jazz visits Columbus. www.broadwayacrossamerica.com
Cooking with the Stars
June 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
The Vault, 35 E. Gay St.
The National Kidney Foundation Serving Ohio fundraising event features a VIP cocktail hour, celebrities and fare from local restaurants. www.nkfofohio.org
Apartments Alive
June 10-20
More than 50 apartment locations throughout Central Ohio
Register for prizes at this “A Rent Event,” sponsored by the Columbus Apartment Association. www.apartmentsalive.com
Park Street Festival
June 11-13
Park Street, between Vine Street and Goodale Boulevard
Enjoy eclectic food, live music, children’s activities, a Poker Run and more. www.parkstreetfestival.com
Gallery Walk Gahanna
June 12-Sept. 11, 4-9 p.m.
Creekside Park & Plaza, 123 Mill St., Gahanna
Enjoy eclectic shops, restaurants and artists demonstrating and displaying their talent. www.visitgahanna.com
CAPA and Broadway Across America-Columbus present Nickelodeon’s STORYTIME LIVE!
June 16-17
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
With characters from Dora the Explorer, The Backyardigans, The Wonder Pets! and Ni Hao, Kai-lan. www.capa.com
Recreation Unlimited Foundation’s Celebrity Sports Gala
June 17, 6:30 p.m.
Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Lane
A fundraiser for Recreation Unlimited, which provides sports, recreation and education for individuals with disabilities and health concerns, features the Columbus Clippers, dinner, an auction and a tribute to Rick Germain. www.recreationunlimited.org
Kelton House Museum and Garden’s Mobsters & Martinis Gala
June 18, 6:30 p.m.
Kelton House, 586 E. Town St.
Hearken back to the era of flappers, prohibition and jazz for this fundraiser, which includes a murder mystery, silent auction and raffle, tours and more. Era costumes are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the educational programs of the museum. www.keltonhouse.com
Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival
June 18-20
Creekside Park & Plaza, 123 Mill St., Gahanna
A showcase for the best blues and jazz music in Ohio, with food, vendors and more than 60 hours of entertainment. www.visitgahanna.com
Zoofari
June 19, 7:30 p.m.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 9990 Riverside Dr., Powell
Featuring a sampling from the finest restaurants and bars in Central Ohio, as well as entertainment. www.columbuszoo.org
Skate for Hope
June 19, 5 p.m.
Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd.
This figure skating event raises money for breast cancer research and awareness. www.skateforhope.org
Worthington Arts Festival
June 19-20
Historic Downtown Olde Worthington Business District
This juried show includes functional and decorative work in a variety of media. www.owba.net
Available Light Theatre’s To Kill a Mockingbird
June 24-27
Columbus Performing Arts Center, 549 Franklin Ave.
Watch this literary classic come to life. www.avltheatre.com
Fourth Friday: Safety Fest
June 25, 6-9 p.m.
Uptown Westerville, State Street
The Westerville Fire and Police Departments are on hand to provide information. www.visitwesterville.org
ComFest
June 25-27
Goodale Park, Park Street and Goodale Boulevard
This free music and arts festival offers the gamut of entertainment, food and vendors. www.comfest.com
Easton Art Affair
June 25-27
Easton Town Center, 160 Easton Town Center
An outdoor fine arts and crafts show with 125 juried artists. www.eastonartaffair.com
Powell Festival
June 25-26
Village Green Park, 47 Hall St., Powell
With live bands, a food court, merchant displays, arts, fireworks and more. www.visitpowell.com
WaterFire with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra
June 25, 7-10:30 p.m.
Downtown Riverfront, Genoa Park
Enjoy the river’s bonfires with entertainment provided by the CJO. www.waterfirecolumbus.com
Third Annual Music II Miracles: Evening of Jazz Benefit
June 26, 5-8:30 p.m.
Martini Park, 4040 Easton Station
Raising money for Kya’s Krusade, which provides art therapy and financial assistance programs for children with physical disabilities. www.kyaskrusade.org
German Village Haus und Garten Tour
June 27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Throughout German Village
This daylong celebration of innovative design and award-winning restorations includes demonstrations and a “Marketplatz.” www.germanvillage.com
Tour de Grandview Cycling Classic
June 27
Throughout Grandview
With an international field of more than 100 professional cyclists. www.tourdegrandview.com
Michael Bublé
June 30, 8 p.m.
Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd.
Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé brings his “Crazy Love Tour” to Columbus, featuring all of his hits. www.nationwidearena.com