Food Pantries in Columbus

This doesn't really have anything to do with being bored in Columbus. The winter months often take their toll on families - higher heating bills, seasonal workers are laid off and food costs keep going up.

If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, there are several food pantries and other organizations throughout Columbus that can help.

Food Pantries in Columbus, Ohio

The Short North - live, laugh, play...

Even though I'm a country girl, I have a certain affection for many of Columbus' neighborhoods. I don't know many people who have spent any time exploring the Short North and what it has to offer and then decide they don't want to go back.

Here's a quick snapshot of one of Columbus' best neighborhoods.

Short North - Neighborhood Profile

Columbus Metro Parks ARE open in the winter...

The hours might be a little more limited in the cold, winter months but Columbus' Metro Parks are open year-round. More importantly, there are several winter hikes and other activities planned.

Columbus, Ohio Metro Parks: Winter Activities

Hanukah at Ohio State...

And also in Bexley and at Easton Town Center...

Several Activities During Hanukah for Ohio State University Students

Important Info NOT in the Ohio State New Student Handbook...

You've settled in...the first few weeks of classes are behind you...you've overspent your food allowance for the quarter...and you really want to get out of the dorm.

Relax! Columbus has so much to offer to Ohio State students and a lot of it is very close to campus. You can find some of the best pizza in the city and locally owned coffee shops that really ARE better than Starbucks. That student ID? It does more than get you access to a student ticket for the Ohio State football games.

Although my kids didn't actually go to Ohio State (yet!), they've both spent quite a bit of their adult lives living and embracing the Ohio State campus life. I've put together a few helpful tips every new Ohio State student should be aware of...

New Ohio State University Students: What You Should Know

Big Plans for this Weekend?

So many options, so little time!

This weekend is the 25th Annual Mud Volleyball Tournament at Beulah Park - all day Saturday!

Mud Volleyball Tournament Celebrates 25 Years

Taste some wine and support the Franklin Park Conservatory, take a walk with your kids in Whetstone Park, learn how to hula hoop or see a free show from Shadowbox at Schiller Park.

This Weekend in Columbus