You may have seen the massive brick building in, most notably, The Shawshank Redemption. But the Ohio State Reformatory's dark past will captivate you. The Ohio State Reformatory is open for general tours most days from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. There are also Public Ghost Walks, where you can tour reported paranormal hotspots. During…

If you're a fan of America's beer, you're in luck. Budweiser's Columbus Brewery will be hosting an event for the public next weekend. Budweiser's Columbus Brewery via their website On July 15, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Budweiser is inviting the local community to get a look behind the scenes at its facility. The…

A comprehensive guide of places to check out in Columbus' Near East Side neighborhood. Now that I've been a resident of Olde Towne East now for about three months, I'm very much an expert on the ins-and-outs of the neighborhood. From its rich history to its surprisingly gainfully employed beatniks, Olde Towne East offers much in…

What's more awesome than casually chucking axes? Nothing. Nothing is more awesome than casually chucking axes. So you’re sitting around with a group of friends, trying to think of stuff to do over the weekend. Now you can do the usual, hit up a bowling alley, shoot some pool, maybe even finally get around to going…

Your guide to a night out on the town in Columbus' Short North Arts District. Our town has a lot going for it you guys. What, with our nearly schizophrenic weather patterns and our roadways that seem to defy all reason with their constant state of construction. It's enough to get even the grouchiest of Michigan…

For millennia, halotherapy has been used by people to treat a slew of different conditions, including anxiety. "Just sit back and relax. Breathe. Let your mind drift." A soothing voice says this over a recording. I lay back, reclined on a zero gravity chair. Strings of lights blink softly above me. The rest of the room…

The years between 18-21 can sometimes feel unbearably long for those just trying to make it to a horizontal ID. If you’re under 21 and looking for a night out of dancing, you may be in luck. Columbus has a few fun options for those 18 and uppers who want to get the club experience,…