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Benefit concert for At Home By High, featuring Lydia Loveless, The Blue Jays Jazz and Funk Band, and The Worst Acoustic Trio.

Country-punk artist, Lydia Loveless is an indie singer/songwriter whose music makes room for contemporary pop influences and roots music without betraying their fearless personal lyrical stance. Often described as twang with teeth, Loveless has been featured everywhere from NPR to Rolling Stone to SXSW. The Blue Jays are well known at Natalie’s and in the Columbus jazz scene. The band plays a wide array of genres including jazz, funk, pop, R&B, and soul. The Worst Acoustic Trio is a Columbus (and Grandview) local band playing original folk, rock, country, as well as a mashup of all three. They are among the top 15 best 4-piece trios in Central Ohio.

At Home By High serves older adults ages 50+ in the Short North, Weinland Park, and Milo Grogan with practical help around the house, transportation, and socialization opportunities, among other things. All proceeds will benefit this worthy organization as it seeks to help keep aging adults in their homes.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through the website or in person at Natalie's. All tickets are table or bar seated. The full kitchen and bar will be open during the show.

Experience Blooms & Butterflies in the Pacific Island Water Garden, where hundreds of exotic butterflies glide through bright nectar flowers. As you wander the garden, you’ll see butterflies feeding, resting, and gliding through the air in an ever-changing display of color and movement. Don’t miss the Metamorphosis Lab, where you can watch butterflies take their very first flight as they emerge from their chrysalises throughout the day.

All aboard! The Paul Busse Garden Railway is arriving at Conservatory station.

9 G scale model trains travel across 1,122 feet of track that runs high and low through themed destinations: Fairytale Land, Wild West Town, European Travels and the animal-centric Who Lives Here.

Guests can journey with the trains through a miniature world of 51 botanical models made from all-natural plant material. Special elements to add to your itinerary include an enchanted tree hollow, two waterfalls, a bubbling brook and plantings specific to each themed destination.

Paul Busse Garden Railway opens April 25, 2026.

The fascination of miniature trees will be celebrated when the Columbus Bonsai Society presents their annual show, a yearly tradition for more than half a century. The Bonsai Society is an educational and social organization for those interested in the classic Japanese form of horticulture, and presents a show each year as a means of educating the public about the art form.

This year the bonsai club will partner with The Central Ohio Ohara Ikebana to present in depth introductions to two venerable Japanese horticultural arts: the cultivation of miniature trees and traditional flower arrangements during the two-day event.

During the two-day event club members will display many examples of the miniature trees they have patiently trained and nurtured. In addition to the formal bonsai presented in traditional Japanese manner, a separate section of “Trees in Training” will present a more relaxed, informative and interactive way for event attendees to understand the techniques used to create and care for bonsai.

Demonstrations of bonsai care & styling techniques will be given at each day of the show. Presentations are open to all and suitable for all audiences-no special knowledge needed. Questions from the audience are welcome. Guided tours of the exhibits will be offered each day

Vendors will be on hand selling finished bonsai as well as plant material, tools and other supplies for bonsai work. Vendors will be leading workshops, so attendees may be able to take home an example of bonsai art they have created.

Admission to the CBS Bonsai Show is free. Ample parking is available near the event on surface lots at no charge.

A complete schedule of demonstrations, workshops and other activities will be posted on the Club’s Facebook group and the Club website. Schedules will be updated as events are firmed up.

Find the Columbus Bonsai Society and The Central Ohio Ohara Ikebana on Facebook and Instagram.

Facts in brief:
What: Columbus Bonsai Society’s Annual Show
When: Saturday, June 13 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday , June14 10:00am-5:00pm
Where: Ganyard Building, Franklin County Fairgrounds, 5031 NW ParkwayHilliard Ohio 43026

David Rogers’ Big Bugs brings the hidden world of insects to breathtaking scale. This traveling exhibition features oversized, anatomically accurate sculptures crafted from reclaimed wood and natural materials, revealing the intricate beauty of creatures often overlooked. From towering ants to a giant dragonfly and massive praying mantis, these monumental works invite visitors of all ages to explore, discover, and see nature from a new perspective.

Big Bugs opens June 6, 2026 and will be on display through September 20, 2026.

Get ready, Columbus — Germany matchdays are about to hit Our Haus in a big way.

We’re talking steins up, screens lit, and the kind of electric, all‑in atmosphere you only get when the whole place is cheering for Die Mannschaft.

Grab your crew, claim your spot, and feel every goal, every chant, every moment with us.

We'll have the following specials for each match:

SUN JUN 14 | 1PM v. Curacao - $10 Liters beginning at 12PM until 1 hour after the end of the game

SAT JUN 20 | 4PM v. Ivory Coast - $10 Liters beginning at 3PM until 1 hour after the end of the game

THURS JUN 25 | 4PM V. Ecuador - $8 Flagship Liters from 3-6PM

This is where Germany watch parties feel like the real thing.

🎨✨ Calling all family and friends! 🌟 Did you know that creating art together strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories? 💖👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Join us at Brush Crazy for a fun-filled creative experience that everyone will enjoy! 🎨🌈 Gather your loved ones and plan a visit to Brush Crazy for a memorable artistic adventure! Your $10.00 RSVP will be credited toward your in-studio purchase, items range from $20 to $100+, you choose what you want to paint! So many fun options! Canvas, wood, ceramic, clay and more! If you can't make it for this event, just walk in anytime we are open. Bring your favorite beverage and snacks!

Come in and get a little Brush Crazy! Flip Flops is our featured painting. We have step by step instructions, with pictures and words for you to follow along as you customize your very own art project! OR you can always pick something else to paint! Work at your own pace. The paint sheets show you every step along the way, from start to finish! We help you to complete your masterpiece all on your own, but there is always an extra artist on hand for assistance when needed. Bring your favorite beverages and food! Fun and Relaxing is what your peers have said about Brush Crazy! So, grab a friend or two or three and Paint Your Way To Fun!

The Conservatory Farmers Market begins June 3-September 16, 2026 on Wednesdays from 3:30-6:30pm.

Vendors offer a mix of local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, handmade items, and health & beauty products. EBT is accepted for all qualifying purchases and incentive dollars through the Produce Perks Columbus program for fresh produce are offered for all EBT participants.

Kids can also participate in VEGGIE CHAMPS, a weekly activity that rewards kids with Veggie Bucks to spend at the market.

Markets will occur if it rains but will be canceled in the case of dangerous weather: high winds, lightning, or extreme heat.

Some of the coolest riders and sharpest bikes in the city roll into Our Haus on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from April through September — and we love hosting the crew.

Ride in, hang out, and enjoy the energy of Euro Bike Night.

*Weather permitting.