Places and business by friends and family, often frequented by Aaron and a part of his history (and he a part of theirs).
Places and business by friends and family, often frequented by Aaron and a part of his history (and he a part of theirs).
Arcade Super Awesome is an attempt to preserve the golden eras of pinball, video games, and arcade culture. It hopes to provide a space for others to revel in nostalgia, be introduced to arcade history, and compete for world records. Join our fun, casual pinball league. Thursday nights at 8PM. All skill levels welcome. New season starts October 20th. Official Site
Aaron was the very first icecream maker employed by Jeni.
We are absolutely devoted to making better ice creams and bringing people together. It’s what gets us out of bed in the morning and keeps us up late at night. We believe that you can grow a business as a community of people, with artful attention to detail and the customer experience, and get continuously better at the same time. That REALLY great ice cream served perfectly in a sparkling and beautiful space, with attentive and in-the-moment service (we believe service is an art) brings people together and helps them connect. And that sometimes sparks fly. And that there should be more sparks flying, generally. We like to make people feel good. Official Site
SEVENTH SON IS THE COLLECTIVE WORK OF CHILDHOOD FRIENDS COLLIN CASTORE, JEN BURTON, AND TRAVIS SPENCER, WHO TEAMED UP WITH HEAD BREWER COLIN VENT IN LATE 2010. We brewed around 3000 bbl of beer in 2016 and are looking forward to continued growth in 2017. We all have different areas of expertise but share a strong work ethic and a belief that a great beer culture in Columbus will bring great things to our small corner of Italian Village. Official Site
Skylab (Gallery) is a collectively run art space located at 57 E. Gay Street in Columbus, Ohio. Current members include Nick Boso, Jordan Hetzer, Tom Hoying, Haley Kidder, and Theresa Touma. Official Website
Jimmy’s Company that owns a bunch of other companies. Bristol & Bates is an international Management Consulting firm that specializes in business growth initiatives, specifically management advisory services, strategic equity alliances and joint venture operating partnerships. Official Site
Aaron on his many trips attended many colorful events for the company, often times for the “fun industries” the company invested in!
The Oracle Wisdom, Spirits, Unofficial Portrait Art Museum in OTE. 1159 Oak St. 43205 Los Potosinos food truck Tues-Sat. Official Site
Established in 1986, Used Kids Records has grown into an institution among Columbus record stores. We offer a well curated selection of new and used vinyl, CDs, and restored vintage stereo equipment. Used Kids Records is the place to go for central Ohio’s best music inventory, free in-store’s with your favorite local and touring bands, and enough boxes and bins of records to keep you digging for days! Official Site
Established in 1924 by the Mahall family, Mahall’s has spent nearly a century partying. We can’t wait to party with you! The Main Stage is the former billiard room at Mahall’s that was converted into a music venue in 2012. Since then it has been home to countless musical acts, music festivals, weddings, fundraisers, the occasional wrestling match, and much more. Official Site
“We are butchers, bakers and candy makers. We are fishmongers, greengrocers and restaurateurs. We grow, catch, find, make, produce, distribute, cook, create and invent our wares.”
“We are Central Ohio’s authentic public market. Since 1876 our merchants and farmers have loyally served the community and its visitors. We provide an authentic Columbus Ohio experience that highlights the diversity and vibrancy of our community, both economically and culturally by promoting “best in class” local independent businesses. North Market is home to dozens of unique, independent merchants and farmers who deliver personal and personable service every day of the week. It’s no wonder a million people visit each year.” Official Site
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