Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Columbus and Upper Arlington have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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Arena District - The Arena District is home to The Columbus Blue Jackets, The Columbus Destroyers, and hundreds of major concerts and events each year. The Arena district is the home of dozens of bars, restaurants and the Promowest Pavillion an indoor/outdoor music hall.
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Beulah Park - Home of live horse racing, country concerts, and simulacast Racing.
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CAPA - Whether it's classical, dance, world music, or a show for the whole family, it's in the downtown theatres. You can sort the list by event title, date, venue, or type of event. The theatres are also home to many of Columbus' premier arts groups, as well as special events.
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Columbus Arts - ColumbusArts.com is your guide to cultural events and organizations in Central Ohio.
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Columbus Metro Parks - Come out to one of our 14 parks and uncover Central Ohio's natural beauty and wonders.
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COSI - The Center of Science & Industry - COSI Columbus has been considered one of the most respected science centers in the nation, serving 18 million visitors since 1964. COSI features more than 300 interactive exhibits throughout our discovery-based and themed exhibition areas; Gadgets, Life, little kidspace, Ocean, Space, Progress and outdoor Big Science Park, an Extreme Screen Theater, a restaurant, and a retail shop.
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Franklin Park Conservatory - The Franklin Park Conservatory nurtures plants and people. We promote environmental appreciation and ecological awareness for everyone. Our unique botanical collections and gardens provide life-long learning opportunities in a friendly and accessible setting which preserves tradition and provides a refuge for the soul.
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Nationwide Arena Events -
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Scioto Downs - For more than 40 years, people of all ages have experienced thrilling harness racing at Scioto Downs! We're proud of our illustrious past, and looking forward to an exciting future. Many of harness racing's superstars - both human & equine - have competed at Scioto Downs, and some of today's standouts call Scioto home. Open for simulcasting year round.
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The Brewery District - The Brewery District is a special blend of yesterday and today. Established by German immigrants in the early 1800's, the District was a collection of family owned breweries that thrived for decades, perfecting the art of brewing beer with an Old World tradition.
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The Columbus Museum of Art - The Columbus Museum of Art houses an outstanding collection of late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century American and European modern art. This collection includes major works by Monet, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, Hopper and O'Keeffe and other spectacular examples of Impressionism, German Expressionism, and Cubism.
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - Pure natural fun.
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Victorian Village - The Victorian Village Society is a non-profit civic association focused on building a strong community through representation, advocacy and sponsorship of social events for the Victorian Village area.
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Wexner Center for the Arts - The Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University is a unique cultural resource—one of very few truly multidisciplinary contemporary arts centers anywhere in this country or beyond. We welcome you to this virtual view of our many events and programs, and we hope you will be inspired to visit in person as well.
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Wyandotte Lake - At Wyandot Lake, you'll find over 45 thrilling rides, slides and attractions for all ages! And when you come to Ohio's premiere family water and amusement park, you get your excitement's worth because everyone in your group can enjoy all our attractions - wet and dry - for one price!
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| Area Information | |
Community Information - free community profiles
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| Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events | |
The Columbus Metropolitan Library - We promote reading and guide learning in the
pursuit of information, knowledge and wisdom.
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| Mortgage | |
| Todd Brunton - National City Mortgage - Todd Brunton Loan Officer National City Mortgage 614-889-3885 Office 614-619-0186 Cell todd.brunton@ncmc.com | |
Joe Sauk Wells Fargo - Joe Sauk
614.888.2670 - Office
joseph.sauk@wellsfargo.com
450 W. Wilson Bridge Road
Suite 110
Worthington, OH 43085
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Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Schools | |
Central Ohio Area School Information -
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Columbus Public Schools - The Columbus Public Schools Class of 2005 graduates earned more than $32.4 million in scholarships, a record for the district.
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Dublin City Schools - Dublin City School District teachers, parents, and students are celebrating the district's return to an Excellent rating from the State of Ohio. Dublin Schools met 17 of 18 State indicators according to the results of the 2003-04 school year State Report Cards released Aug. 24.
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Grandview Schools -
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Hilliard Schools - The purpose of the Hilliard City School District is to enable students to become productive citizens in an ever-changing world by providing them with quality work.
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Olentangy Schools - Our mission is to facilitate maximum learning for every student.
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School Information - free school profiles
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State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics....
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Upper Arlington Schools - SchoolMatch®, an independent nationwide school-selection consulting firm, has awarded its "2005 What Parents Want Award" to the Upper Arlington City Schools. This is the fourteenth consecutive year for this recognition.
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Worthington Schools - Columbus Monthly magazine recently ranked Worthington Kilbourne and Thomas Worthington High Schools, respectively, in the top five of all central Ohio high schools!
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| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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Yahoo Maps -
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| Local Sports | |
Ohio State - The Ohio State Department of Athletics Nationally recognized as one of the most comprehensive in all of college athletics, the Ohio State Department of Athletics offers 36 intercollegiate sports.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets - NHL
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The Columbus Crew - Major League Soccer
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The Columbus Destroyers - Arena Football
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| Utilities | |
Columbia Gas of Ohio - Columbia Gas has just the right products and services for your particular energy needs. We would like to help you enjoy the comfort, convenience and savings of natural gas and natural gas products.
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Del-Co Water Company - Providing a Safe Supply of Potable Water to the Residents of Delaware and Morrow Counties
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Division of Water -
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Move Utilities - Connect your utilities online - Use MoveUtilities.com to order your utilities and other home services online. Compare providers & prices for local phone, long distance, cable & satellite TV, electricity, high speed internet, renters insurance and more.
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SBC - Phone, DSL, Long Distance, Digital Satellite TV
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The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio - Alternative Choices for Gas, Electric, Telephone, etc.
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Time Warner Digital Phone Service, Cable, Road Runner High Speed Internet - No installation charges with Time Warner's digital phone service. No long-term contracts, no surprises, no pressure. Talk as long as you want to anyone in Ohio, the United States and Canada for one low monthly price.
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Wide Open West - High Speed Internet, Cable and Phone - Welcome to WOW!, a different kind of Internet and cable company. We offer genuine, long-term value on high-speed Internet and cable TV, a variety of money-saving bundles, as well as friendly, helpful customer care.
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| Home Improvement | |
Home Depot - You can do it, We can help
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Lowes - Improving Home Improvement
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| Tax Information | |
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| How to report moving expenses - | |
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| Central Ohio Colleges | |
Capitol University - The Education You Want.
The Attention You Deserve.
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Columbus State Community College - Education that works!
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Franklin University - It's Easy To Spot A Franklin Graduate
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Ohio Dominican College - Founded in 1911, Ohio Dominican University is a coed, four-year private university in Columbus, Ohio, with over 2,800 students from 13 states and 20 foreign countries.
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Otterbein College - Otterbein College is a private, independent, coed, four-year liberal arts college founded in 1847 and affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Located in Westerville, a suburb of Columbus, Ohio, its 3,000+ students come from Ohio, across the nation and 34 foreign countries. They choose fields of study from 49 majors and 37 minors.
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The Ohio State University - With more than 58,000 students, 18 colleges, and 170 majors, The Ohio State University offers its students tremendous breadth and depth of opportunity in the liberal arts, the sciences, and the professions.
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| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Relocation Links | |
| Columbus Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world! | |
| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
| USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move | |
