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• COSI, the #1 science center for families

(Parents Magazine)

Home Is Where The Smart Is

Did you know?

Columbusis home to...

• Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s, ranked top 6 in NIH funding among free-standing children’s hospitals

• Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the 4th largest children’s hospital in U.S. (NACHRI)

• The Ohio State University and 18 other universities and colleges

*• One of the world’s “Most Intelligent Communities” 2013 and 2014 (Intelligent Community Forum)

• An internationally recognized test market for numerous startups and products that have expanded to national and global prominence

welcomes one of the world’s largest groups of BRAIN experts to one of the world’s BRAINIEST cities!*

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While You’re Here...We’ve RACKED OUR BRAINS to provide a list of attractions within walking distance or a short taxi ride from the Hyatt Regency (350 N High) and surrounding hotels. Visit NationwideChildrens.org/CNS-2014 for maps, directions and more information.

• Easton Town Center (13 min. taxi) is an exceptional shopping, dining, and entertainment destination, EastonTownCenter.com

• North Market (6 min. walk) is a historic indoor market with dozens of independent merchants – including Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams! NorthMarket.com

• Center of Science and Industry (COSI) (5 min. taxi) is a one-of-a-kind attraction featuring exhibits and interactive learning that make a great activity for kids and adults, COSI.org

• Brewery District (6 min. taxi) is another nearby destination for unique restaurants and microbreweries, nightlife and entertainment.

• German Village (8 min. taxi) offers a number of unique dining options, amid a backdrop of historic architecture, GermanVillage.com

• Hollywood Casino (15 min. taxi) is the area’s only Vegas-style casino with unparalleled amenities from fabulous dining to magnificent nightlife, HollywoodColumbus.com

• Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (25 min. taxi) is ranked #1 zoo in the United States (USA Travel Guide), ColumbusZoo.org

• Arena District (4 min. walk) is a vibrant neighborhood of restaurants, entertainment and nightlife, just a short walk away, ArenaDistrict.com

2013 Short North Alliance Annual Report

Short North Alliance | 2013 Annual Report | Page 1• Short North Arts District (6 min. walk) offers a blend of restaurants, art galleries, boutiques and nightlife destinations that give Columbus a flare for the unusual, ShortNorth.org

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

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• 89 Fish and Grill 89 E Nationwide Blvd (2 min. walk), upscale American seafood

• Gordon Biersch Brewery 401 N Front (4 min. walk), upscale casual dining and fresh brewed lagers

• Flatiron Bar & Diner 129 E Nationwide Blvd (4 min. walk), cuisine of the American south in historic building

• Three-Legged Mare 401 N Front (4 min. walk), Irish themed pub

• Kooma Sushi 37 Vine (6 min. walk), sushi, noodles, hibachi in an intimate setting

• Elevator Brewery and Draught Haus 161 N High (6 min. walk), restaurant and brewpub

• Barley’s Brewing 467 N High (6 min. walk), craft beers and American grub

• Rodizio Grill 125 W Nationwide Blvd (6 min. walk), Brazilian Steakhouse (Churrascaria)

• Wolf’s Ridge Brewing 215 N 4th (7 min. walk), craft brewery and restaurant

• Callahan’s Irish Tavern 520 Park (9 min. walk), authentic Irish pub

• Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse 569 N High (9 min. walk), traditional upscale American steakhouse

• Lemongrass Fusion Bistro 641 N High (10 min. walk), trendy spot for Asian-fusion

• Mitchell’s Steakhouse 45 N 3rd (11 min. walk), fine dining in the NYC steakhouse tradition

• Rigsby’s Kitchen 698 N High (12 min. walk), rustic, urban, and innovative inspired by regional Italian cuisine

* • Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams 714 N High (12 min. walk), famous, best ice creams in U.S.

• Short North Pint House 780 N High (14 min. walk), American style neighborhood bar and restaurant

• Hubbard Grille 793 N High (15 min. walk), casual, modern American restaurant set in a historic building

DINING DESTINATIONS:

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• Northstar Café 951 N High (4 min. taxi), carefully prepared yet casual cuisine with urban ambience

• Milestone 229 229 S Civic Center Dr (5 min. taxi), upscale American with riverfront and skyline views

* • Katzinger’s Delicatessen 475 S 3rd (5 min. taxi), NYC-style deli

• Lindey’s 169 E Beck (6 min. taxi), fine American in high-energy upscale setting

• G. Michael’s Bistro & Bar 595 S 3rd (6 min. taxi), unique fine dining in German Village

• Basi Italia 811 Highland (6 min. taxi), seasonal Italian menu in cozy quarters

• Columbus Brewing 525 Short (7 min. taxi), craft brewery and restaurant

• M at Miranova 2 Miranova Pl (7 min. taxi), upscale bistro and bar serving Asian-tinged American fare

• Barcelona 263 E Whittier (8 min. taxi), authentic global dining experience

* • Schmidt’s Sausage Haus 240 E Kossuth (8 min. taxi), famous German eatery in a historic livery stable

* • Thurman Café 183 Thurman Ave (9 min. taxi), home of the Thurmanator!

* • Ohio Deli & Restaurant 3444 S High (14 min. taxi), famous American food

* • Kihachi Japanese Restaurant 2667 Federated Blvd (18 min. taxi), authentic Japanese fare in an intimate setting

DINING DESTINATIONS:

Worth the Short Taxi Ride:

* Famous Foodies: Columbus is home to numerous acclaimed eateries, including several that have been featured on Food Network and Travel Channel programs.

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• HighBall Festival, Short North Arts District (6 min. walk), Oct. 24-25, a mix of Mardi Gras, fashion extravaganza and Halloween celebration, taking place directly on High Street, HighBallColumbus.org

• Shadowbox Live, 503 S. Front St. Suite 260 (7 min. taxi), ShadowboxLive.org “Freak Show,” Oct. 24-25, a two-hour sketch comedy and rock ‘n’ roll show that lets us rock out to

and laugh at the dark and freaky side of life.

“Burlesque Biographie,” Oct. 22-23, over-the-top costumes, live music, dancing and risqué entertainment in the vaudeville and burlesque tradition.

• Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E Broad, (4 min. taxi), ColumbusMuseum.org “Ori Gersht: Still Life,” Gersht’s photographic and video work combines exquisite beauty with memories

of violence and historical trauma.

“Imagine! The Art of the Picturebook,” includes original drawings and other work from well-known illustrators.

“Paul Bourguignon,” features the work of artist, writer, photographer and observer of the human condition.

• BalletMet Columbus, 322 Mt. Vernon Ave, (10 min. walk), “Innovations,” Oct. 24 - Nov. 8, barrier-breaking choreography and powerful dancing, Balletmet.org

• Columbus Jazz Orchestra, Southern Theatre, 21 E Main, (5 min. taxi), “A Night at the Movies,” Oct. 23-26, a spectacular evening of music from the silver screen, JazzArtsGroup.org

• Broadway in Columbus: The Lion King, Ohio Theatre, 39 E State, (5 min. taxi), Oct. 14 - Nov. 9, BroadwayInColumbus.com

• Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Garden, 1777 E Broad, (10 min. taxi), “Scary Plants: Celebrating the Oddities of Nature,” gives an up-close view at strange, frightening, and even dangerous species, FPConservatory.org

• Columbus Comedy Festival, Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit (10 min. taxi) Oct. 23-25, WildGooseCreative.com

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT and that you’ll keep Columbus TOP OF MIND for a future visit!

We hope this guide provides some

Be sure to visit the Nationwide Children’s exhibit (#31/32) where we will offer many

different tastes and treats unique to the Columbus area. For more complete details visit....NationwideChildrens.org/CNS-2014

in the Exhibit Halla Taste of Columbus “Brain Food” Get

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Randall Lee Schieber