Time flies when you are having fun. I do not know about you, but I blinked and it is spring in Ohio. Of course, that means as many 45-degree days as 65, but soft earth, chirping birds, and even the onset of allergies (did I say that?) are welcome signals that sunny days are ahead.
This particular winter-into-spring, visits to the funeral home have been more frequent than I would like. Really, is there any pleasant frequency of trips to memorial services? While celebrating the long life of an octogenarian or nonagenarian can be a reason for gratitude, it is tough to see...(continue reading)
Amelia
Editor in Chief
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GETTING SOCIAL
After the "covid years", fundraisers and galas have been a welcome opportunity to get dressed up and out of the house. In a 10 day period, I hit the stage for
If you are looking for ways to get social and do some good for the community, check out our spring calendar of events here. After a number of years, our society calendars are back - and we welcome your events. Send us a note here if you know of something we should cover.
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GETTING BUSY
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Recent feedback on our print issue has been incredible.
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Meaning “pavement” in French, stones in a pavé setting create an unbroken line of continuous sparkle. Check out this curated selection from our favorite designers, including a number available at Diamond Cellar Columbus.
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THE BOLD &
THE BEAUTIFUL
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Tradeshows and markets have come roaring back across the globe in 2023, with companies using events such as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and Maison & Objet/Paris Design Week to launch products aimed at both the trade and consumers. We’ve run the gamut of exhibitors, sorting through offerings ranging from wacky to wonderful.
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Monica Kridler, founder & Interim Executive Director, Momentum |
When Monica Kridler received an invitation from childhood friend Lori Klinger in 2001, she had no idea of the impact the conversation would have on her and on thousands of central Ohio children. Klinger was heading to their hometown of Akron, Ohio to conduct a two-week training in an educational modality created at the National Dance Institute in New York City that she hoped would gather momentum...
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WHAT (WE WISH) WE'RE DRIVING |
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January 15th marked 110 years since Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford officially formed a partnership leading to the creation of the first Aston Martin car, rising from humble beginnings in a small workshop in Henniker Mews, London, and becoming one of the world's most renowned automotive marques.
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GOODWILL COLUMBUS
Kenzie Smith here, a rising senior at The College of Wooster and summer intern for Sophisticated Living. As the vice president of the Wooster Volunteer Network, I was excited to see the collaboration with this organization, one I have worked with numerous times. However, I did not realize it is so much more than just a thrift store!
Goodwill's mission is to transform the lives of individuals through pathways to independence and the power of work, which is what this Columbus nonprofit has done since 1939.
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MAGICAL MOMENTS FOUNDATION
Combining some of our favorite things, this feature on The Magical Moments Foundation Night of Magic Gala has it all: glam, fun, and good people doing good things. The event raised nearly $120,000 to help create magical moments for children with facial differences, including two magical moments that were granted to children live onstage, at the event.
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OLD WORLD, NEW TRICKS
Having an adult daughter in Germany has sparked my interest in all things Deutsch. If you can relate (or for the oenophiles among you), check out our recent article on Oberhofers Winery, located in the Pfalz region. The Oberhofer family first started making wine in 1754 in Alto Adige, Italy. Some 250 years later, after emigrating to Germany, Stefan and Heidi Oberhofer built the foundation for their own winery by merging their parents' vineyards on the Southern Wine Route to establish the Oberhofer winery in Edesheim.
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FUELING OBSESSIONS
Though my gavel gets a good workout on the charity auction scene, occasionally I put it to use connecting collectors with rare and beautiful objects. Check out my upcoming auctions here (don’t delay - there are two auctions next week!). If you are more of a touch-and-feel-it kind of collector, take note of the special Pop-Up Preview Event hosted by our friends at Street Sotheby's International Real Estate in the Tremont Center this Sunday through Wednesday.
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SUENOS ~ HOUSE OF DREAMS
It was over so fast. I had raised my hand in a moment of compassion when a fellow auctioneer was unable to stir an opening bid from a distracted crowd of supporters during a charity auction. Little did I know that my accidental (serendipitous?) bid would result in not one, but two of the best vacations I have ever experienced.
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FRENCH DRESSING
St.Barts is a wonderful vacation destination when you need an escape. The tiny volcanic island, encircled by shallow reefs, features stunning hotels, spas, and restaurants for guests to enjoy.
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WAYS WE ARE PASSING THE TIME |
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Lining up our summer reading list, check out these recs from our current issue.
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