http://thisweeknews.com German Village RSS Feed - ThisWeek News Copyright © 2011 ThisWeek News Copyright © 2011 ThisWeek News http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/village-notebook-society-commission-have-different-duties-same-goals.html Trying to help folks understand the difference between the German Village Society and the German Village Commission has taken up a lot of my time lately. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/village-notebook-society-commission-have-different-duties-same-goals.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/pure-ice-cubes-used-for-cocktails-at-curio-at-harvest.html It seems that everything is gourmet these days -- even ice cubes. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/pure-ice-cubes-used-for-cocktails-at-curio-at-harvest.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/food-truck-cart-hop-debuts-may-27-at-parsons-and-gates.html The Food Truck and Cart Hop will make its debut Sunday, May 27, at the southwest corner of Parsons Avenue and East Gates Street. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/food-truck-cart-hop-debuts-may-27-at-parsons-and-gates.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/city-to-end-parking-on-some-alleys-and-streets.html The city of Columbus wants to put an end to parking in some narrow alleys and streets in German Village. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/city-to-end-parking-on-some-alleys-and-streets.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/familiar-messages-heard-at-nighttime-safety-summit.html About 30 German Village residents attended the neighborhood's first nighttime safety summit held in the Meeting Haus on May 16. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/familiar-messages-heard-at-nighttime-safety-summit.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/caretakers-of-a-legacy-awards-villagers-honored-for-their-work-in-area.html The German Village Commission once again honored local residents for restoring their properties while preserving the historic nature of the neighborhood. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/22/caretakers-of-a-legacy-awards-villagers-honored-for-their-work-in-area.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/16/actors-theatre-troupe-kicks-off-season-with-robin-hood.html Actors' Theatre of Columbus kicks off its 31st season May 24 with an original version of Robin Hood. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/16/actors-theatre-troupe-kicks-off-season-with-robin-hood.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/new-report-cards-release-date-remains-uncertain.html As it seeks a waiver from federal No Child Left Behind requirements, the Ohio Department of Education is reshaping its state report card system. But it's uncertain what those new Ohio report cards will look like. jennifer nesbitt http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/new-report-cards-release-date-remains-uncertain.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/village-notebook-work-under-way-on-projects-to-preserve-histories.html What images come to mind when you think of German Village? Bricks. Limestone foundations. Granite curbs. Slate roofs. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/village-notebook-work-under-way-on-projects-to-preserve-histories.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/sellers-customers-sold-on-village-valuables.html As a real-estate agent, Susan Sutherland knows the value of location, location, location. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/sellers-customers-sold-on-village-valuables.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/brewmasters-gate-to-host-alefest-on-may-19.html For the eighth time in seven years, AleFest is returning to Columbus. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/brewmasters-gate-to-host-alefest-on-may-19.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/Picking-a-potted-plant.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/14/Picking-a-potted-plant.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/cocktail-lounge-opens-next-to-harvest-pizzeria.html Curio at Harvest, an intimate cocktail lounge with old-fashioned and modern libations, has opened adjacent to Harvest Pizzeria in German Village. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/cocktail-lounge-opens-next-to-harvest-pizzeria.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/village-notebook-village-valuable-leftovers-can-offer-new-life.html Summer Saturdays of my early youth are a blur of racing from one garage sale to another. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/village-notebook-village-valuable-leftovers-can-offer-new-life.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/ringmaster-likes-fast-paced-life-in-the-circus.html Brian Crawford Scott always wanted to perform in front of large crowds every night. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/ringmaster-likes-fast-paced-life-in-the-circus.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/gartenmarkt-to-offer-flowers-crafts-food-may-12.html In a sense, Christine Burke is returning home. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/gartenmarkt-to-offer-flowers-crafts-food-may-12.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/evening-police-forum-to-cover-many-topics.html A forum bringing together all facets of the Columbus Division of Police will be held next week in German Village. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/evening-police-forum-to-cover-many-topics.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/capital-area-humane-society-collar-quest-a-journey-leading-to-adoptions.html Find what looks like a lost dog collar? kevin corvo http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/capital-area-humane-society-collar-quest-a-journey-leading-to-adoptions.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/singers-will-stage-musical-this-weekend-meeting-haus.html It's Monday night and the singers and actors are moving at a frenetic pace, trying to remember lines, places and lyrics for their upcoming performance, "The Envelope Please." gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/07/singers-will-stage-musical-this-weekend-meeting-haus.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/state-report-cards-educators-trying-to-gauge-effects-of-new-system.html Opinions may differ regarding proposed changes to state report card ratings, but one thing is certain: The change would relieve most districts of their top rankings. jennifer noblit http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/state-report-cards-educators-trying-to-gauge-effects-of-new-system.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/spruce-up-village-in-preparation-for-annual-tour.html Haus und Garten Tour 2012 is getting VERY close VERY fast. It's June 24. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/spruce-up-village-in-preparation-for-annual-tour.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/residents-voice-concerns-over-lindeys-lot-plans.html Lindey's plan to expand parking to a vacant lot on a nearby property is running up against some resistance from neighbors. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/residents-voice-concerns-over-lindeys-lot-plans.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/new-report-cards-release-date-remains-uncertain.html As it seeks a waiver from federal No Child Left Behind requirements, the Ohio Department of Education is reshaping its state report card system. But it's uncertain what those new Ohio report cards will look like. jennifer noblit http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/new-report-cards-release-date-remains-uncertain.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/merion-village-yard-sale-is-saturday-may-5.html Dust off those ABBA records, break out the rhinestone-studded jean jacket and polish up that lava lamp: the Merion Village Yard Sale is Saturday. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/merion-village-yard-sale-is-saturday-may-5.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/juergens-owner-tries-to-clear-reputation.html Needless to say, Rosemarie Keidel has had a rough couple of weeks. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/05/02/juergens-owner-tries-to-clear-reputation.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Theresa-Marklstorfer-a-key-member-of-Schmidts-Sausage-Haus-family.html There aren’t a lot of gold-watch jobs left in the world – very few of us spend 30-plus years at the same employer – and of those gold-watch jobs remaining, probably none are in the restaurant business. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Theresa-Marklstorfer-a-key-member-of-Schmidts-Sausage-Haus-family.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Planning-for-May-12-GartenMarkt-is-germinating.html Local gardeners have until Saturday to order plants prior to the German Village GartenMarkt, slated for May 12 in front of the Meeting Haus. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Planning-for-May-12-GartenMarkt-is-germinating.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Bakery-continues-struggles-with-health-violations.html Rosemarie Keidel had planned to reopen Juergen’s Bakery Friday, April 20 and reassure customers the restaurant was a safe place to eat. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Bakery-continues-struggles-with-health-violations.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Watercolor-workshop.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Watercolor-workshop.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Welcome-to-your-new-community-newspaper.html Welcome to your new ThisWeek German Village Gazette. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/26/Welcome-to-your-new-community-newspaper.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/story-1.html Rosemarie Keidel had planned to reopen Juergen’s Bakery Friday, April 20 and reassure customers the restaurant was a safe place to eat. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/story-1.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/Residents-might-welcome-this-Orange-Barrel.html Orange Barrel Media, a multimillion-dollar advertising firm based in Grove City, wants to pull up stakes and move across town to Franklinton. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/Residents-might-welcome-this-Orange-Barrel.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/thisweek-german-village-gazette-will-debut-april-26.html Beginning with the April 26 edition, readers will receive a new community newspaper, ThisWeek German Village Gazette. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/thisweek-german-village-gazette-will-debut-april-26.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/library-program-offers-free-financial-guidance.html Just about the time many central Ohioans are getting their tax returns, the Columbus Metropolitan Library system is offering free financial tips. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/library-program-offers-free-financial-guidance.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/german-village-was-site-of-many-baseball-firsts.html If the bricks we so lovingly maintain in German Village could talk, they could tell quite a story about the early days of baseball in the United States. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/german-village-was-site-of-many-baseball-firsts.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/fort-hayes-students-to-perform-at-schmidts.html Student musicians at the Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center will test their chops in front of a live audience Monday, April 23, at Schmidt’s Restaurant und Sausage Haus, 240 E. Kossuth St. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/fort-hayes-students-to-perform-at-schmidts.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/crime-patrol-resumes-shifts-adds-route.html After drastic budget cuts in 2009, the Community Crime Patrol (CCP) once again is beefing up its forces. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/crime-patrol-resumes-shifts-adds-route.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/new-plan-keep-maennerchor-building.html Columbus City Schools’ latest site plan for Stewart Alternative Elementary School calls for saving the historic Columbus Maennerchor building and leaving Pearl Street open to through traffic. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/17/new-plan-keep-maennerchor-building.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/earth-day-replete-with-ways-to-volunteer.html It’s that time of year to don the tattered dungarees and roll up your sleeves, as many Earth Day activities are planned for Saturday, April 14, in the German Village area. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/earth-day-replete-with-ways-to-volunteer.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/Council-ward-proposal-gaining-traction.html A ballot initiative designed to create ward representation on Columbus City Council is inching closer to inclusion in the general election, according to a group supporting the charter amendment. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/Council-ward-proposal-gaining-traction.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/schiller-group-looking-for-more-volunteers.html The Friends of Schiller Park want to bolster the group’s membership for the upcoming year and beyond. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/schiller-group-looking-for-more-volunteers.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/resident-touts-ash-tree-treatments.html Lindy Michael is hitting the streets this week, letting neighbors know how to save their ash trees from destruction. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/resident-touts-ash-tree-treatments.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/gvs-board-gets-wish-list-from-committee-chairs.html A “wish list” identifying the neighborhood’s needs — both large and small — recently was presented to the German Village Society board of trustees. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/gvs-board-gets-wish-list-from-committee-chairs.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/awards-celebrate-gvs-mission.html The German Village Society’s most mission-centric event of the year is about a month away and I want to make sure you’ve marked your calendars. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/10/awards-celebrate-gvs-mission.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/updated-morpc-document-will-determine-project-funding.html The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is in the midst of a four-year update to its 2012-2035 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, a document that outlines transportation projects around central Ohio and helps local municipalities obtain federal funding for those projects. jennifer noblit http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/updated-morpc-document-will-determine-project-funding.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/gvs-reaching-out-to-city-leaders-to-advance-third-street-project.html I’m happy to report that we’ve begun reaching out to city leaders to move our Third Street ideas forward. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/gvs-reaching-out-to-city-leaders-to-advance-third-street-project.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/survey-parents-like-idea-of-kids-programs.html A recent survey sent out to parents in German Village revealed a high level of interest in children’s programming at the Meeting Haus. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/survey-parents-like-idea-of-kids-programs.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/police-scrap-metal-thefts-up-again.html Last year, it was air conditioners. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/police-scrap-metal-thefts-up-again.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/local-musician-wins-track-on-bicentennial-cd.html Jeff Tobin’s ditty about Columbus — which celebrates the good, the bad and the chilly — will be memorialized for future generations of residents. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/local-musician-wins-track-on-bicentennial-cd.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/city-suburbs-sign-fleet-maintenance-agreement.html In an effort to save time and money, the city of Columbus and eight suburbs last week signed an agreement to allow their fleet-management facilities to service one another's vehicles and equipment. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/city-suburbs-sign-fleet-maintenance-agreement.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/central-ohioans-prepare-to-celebrate-easter.html Across central Ohio, the United States and the world, Christians will celebrate their holiest holiday this week with a variety of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday observances. kevin parks http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/central-ohioans-prepare-to-celebrate-easter.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/a-fetch-ing-garden.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/04/03/a-fetch-ing-garden.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/website-german-villages-walkability-is-legit.html A ratings website recently affirmed what German Village residents believe about their neighborhood. It is pedestrian friendly. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/website-german-villages-walkability-is-legit.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/regional-pact-would-curb-job-poaching.html Columbus City Council is on board with Mayor Michael Coleman’s accord that would put a stop to job poaching across jurisdictional lines. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/regional-pact-would-curb-job-poaching.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/reall-to-share-fondness-for-bridge-at-meeting-haus-classes.html Marsha Reall can't say enough nice things about bridge, her favorite card game that has millions of followers around the globe. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/reall-to-share-fondness-for-bridge-at-meeting-haus-classes.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/director-trustees-will-run-race-to-raise-funds-for-gvs.html I’m one of those people who likes to say I’ve tried a lot of things. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/director-trustees-will-run-race-to-raise-funds-for-gvs.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/city-still-trying-to-combat-scrap-metal-thieves.html The city of Columbus is continuing its fight against the theft of scrap metal by giving police electronic access to pawn shops and other businesses that deal in second-hand goods. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/27/city-still-trying-to-combat-scrap-metal-thieves.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/Dempseys-Restaurant-opens-in-former-Clarmont-site.html Mark Dempsey said his restaurant is ready to fill a void left by the closing of the Clarmont, a Columbus institution for 65 years. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/Dempseys-Restaurant-opens-in-former-Clarmont-site.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/artists-find-inspiration-on-cota-bus-rides.html Martin Keil and Henrik Mayer recently spent two weeks in Columbus. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/artists-find-inspiration-on-cota-bus-rides.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/columubus-city-schools-begins-safe-routes-to-school-program.html Students in Columbus City Schools are putting their best feet forward, as this week marks the beginning of the Safe Routes to School program in the district. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/columubus-city-schools-begins-safe-routes-to-school-program.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/restaurant-expansion-on-hold-for-now.html Plans to expand Max & Erma’s in German Village have been put on hold because of opposition from neighbors. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/restaurant-expansion-on-hold-for-now.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/dream-home-on-reinhard-avenue-once-again-on-tour.html The story of one home on this year’s Haus und Garten Tour reads like the opening of a Nora Ephron movie script: http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/dream-home-on-reinhard-avenue-once-again-on-tour.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/committee-once-again-eyes-trolley-bus-system.html With the I-70/71 interchange reconstruction project looming in the not-too-distant future, members of the German Village Society long-range planning committee decided to revisit the idea of trolley-bus routes to German Village. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/committee-once-again-eyes-trolley-bus-system.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/20/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/gvs-will-lend-a-hand-to-connections.html Planning for the proposed local aging-in-place program took a giant step forward March 12, as the German Village Society agreed to serve collectively as the organization’s fiscal officer until it achieves nonprofit status. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/gvs-will-lend-a-hand-to-connections.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/parks-and-events-committee-known-as-a-group-of-doers.html I know I just recently made this point, but let me say it again: I am so impressed by the tireless volunteerism and passion of our neighbors. It is a rare community that offers up its time, talents and treasure in the way that we do in German Village. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/parks-and-events-committee-known-as-a-group-of-doers.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/march-20-forum-at-library-will-focus-on-fracking.html Just type the word “fracking” into an Internet search engine and then try to find some middle ground among the results. kevin parks http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/march-20-forum-at-library-will-focus-on-fracking.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/expert-early-spring-risky-for-some-plants.html It’s uncommon but not unprecedented: An early spring leads to plants and trees starting to bud. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/expert-early-spring-risky-for-some-plants.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/columbus-comedian-will-take-the-stage-march-20.html With a degree in English literature, Sumukh Torgalkar certainly wasn’t poised to become a comedian. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/columbus-comedian-will-take-the-stage-march-20.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/being-a-good-witness-is-best-way-to-thwart-the-bad-guys.html You’re standing in line at a bank, waiting for the next available teller, already planning your next stop. Suddenly, a very rude man cuts in front of you and other customers and walks directly up to a teller. Just as you are about to speak up and voice your objection, you notice that the teller’s eyes are as big as saucers and she has an “Oh, no” look on her face. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/being-a-good-witness-is-best-way-to-thwart-the-bad-guys.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/auto-show-boasts-hundreds-of-vehicles-and-new-exhibits.html Forget about high gas prices. Thousands of central Ohioans still are expected to celebrate their love for cars over the next several days at the 2012 Columbus International Auto Show. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/13/auto-show-boasts-hundreds-of-vehicles-and-new-exhibits.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/tour-preview-east-whittier-home-has-eclectic-mix-of-art.html We are in full swing planning for the 2012 Haus und Garten Tour, the German Village Society’s 53rd annual event. Every bit of this legendary event is new to me — I’ve never even attended as a tourist — but our chairs, John and Jan Clark, have on tap another Sunday full of great surprises. As of today, we are planning 14 stops — 11 homes and three amazing gardens — on June 24, so mark your calendars and watch germanvillagetours.com for tickets to go on sale. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/tour-preview-east-whittier-home-has-eclectic-mix-of-art.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/organizer-planning-for-53rd-tour-is-on-schedule.html The German Village Haus und Garten Tour is in a remarkably good position for this time of year, according to co-organizers John and Jan Clark. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/organizer-planning-for-53rd-tour-is-on-schedule.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/local-men-will-retrace-titanics-voyage.html German Village resident Ken Hunger will attend the Titanic Memorial Cruise with no trepidation. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/local-men-will-retrace-titanics-voyage.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/honorary-chair-a-reluctant-recipient.html Bob Jackson isn’t in it for the money. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/honorary-chair-a-reluctant-recipient.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/curbside-recycling-expected-to-begin-in-june.html Declaring that curbside recycling is “finally here,” Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman announced that the first of a five-phase, citywide program will be implemented by June. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/curbside-recycling-expected-to-begin-in-june.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/arborists-seek-to-save-ash-trees-in-city-rights-of-way.html German Village arborists are in a race against time trying to preserve ash trees in Columbus. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/03/06/arborists-seek-to-save-ash-trees-in-city-rights-of-way.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/local-ballots-include-contested-u-s--house-races.html Local voters in both major parties will decide March 6 which U.S. House of Representatives candidates will advance to the November election. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/local-ballots-include-contested-u-s--house-races.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/lay-off-the-layup.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/lay-off-the-layup.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/gvs-hopes-to-be-included-in-city-budget.html The German Village Society is tightening up its proposal to secure funds for South Third Street improvements. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/gvs-hopes-to-be-included-in-city-budget.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/garden-writer-and-designer-to-speak-at-benefit.html For Tracy DiSabato-Aust, a garden is a private refuge. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/garden-writer-and-designer-to-speak-at-benefit.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/decorative-pysanka-egg-art-continues-ukrainian-tradition.html Care to help keep evil at bay? kevin parks http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/decorative-pysanka-egg-art-continues-ukrainian-tradition.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/committee-floats-sidewalk-brick-bank-idea.html German Village’s charming brick sidewalks help promote the old-world appeal that so many residents — and visitors — cherish. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/committee-floats-sidewalk-brick-bank-idea.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/coleman-city-will-tear-down-unsafe-houses.html Standing in front of a dilapidated house on the South Side, Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman pledged to rid the city of its most dangerous vacant and abandoned structures. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/coleman-city-will-tear-down-unsafe-houses.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/central-ohios-efforts-paying-off.html With all of the focus on a recovering economy nationwide, it’s important to take a step back and reflect on the reality in the Columbus region. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/central-ohios-efforts-paying-off.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/auditions-for-troupe-slated-this-weekend.html Actors’ Theatre of Columbus is holding auditions this weekend for its summer play season. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/auditions-for-troupe-slated-this-weekend.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/100-days-in-new-look-gvs-is-at-full-strength.html My first 100 days in office have passed in a blink, and just like a president or governor would, it is a good time to take a first assessment of how I’m doing. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/28/100-days-in-new-look-gvs-is-at-full-strength.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/Coleman-Columbus-will-demolish-unsafe-buildings.html Standing in front of a dilapidated house on the South Side, Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman pledged to rid the city of the most dangerous buildings. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/Coleman-Columbus-will-demolish-unsafe-buildings.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/tobin-has-high-hopes-for-bicentennial-tune.html Jeff Tobin could get by with a little help from his friends. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/tobin-has-high-hopes-for-bicentennial-tune.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/rebranding-campaign-aims-for-unity.html German Village is working on a new look. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/rebranding-campaign-aims-for-unity.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/new-3rd-u-s--house-district-has-full-ballot-for-march-6.html Four Democrats and two Republicans will face off in their respective primaries March 6, seeking spots on the fall ballot to ultimately serve Ohio’s newly created 3rd Congressional District. lin rice http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/new-3rd-u-s--house-district-has-full-ballot-for-march-6.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/commissioner-candidates-uncontested-in-primary.html Two incumbent Democrats on the Franklin County Board of Commissioners will face no opposition in the March 6 primary. gary seman jr. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/commissioner-candidates-uncontested-in-primary.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/coming-up.html Check out the roundup of local events, activities, meetings, etc., for the coming week. http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/coming-up.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/both-major-parties-have-primary-races-in-15th-u-s--house-district.html Local voters in both major political parties will cast ballots March 6 to decide which 15th Congressional District candidates will advance to the November election. gary budzak http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/both-major-parties-have-primary-races-in-15th-u-s--house-district.html http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/18th-district-candidates-unopposed-in-primary.html Democrat Michael Stinziano and Republican Bill Colgan are running unopposed in the March 6 primary for the 18th Ohio House District seat. alan froman http://www.thisweeknews.com/content/stories/germanvillage/news/2012/02/21/18th-district-candidates-unopposed-in-primary.html