“… In daylights, in sunsets, in midnights, in cups of coffee. In inches, in miles, in laughter, in strife. In 525,600 minutes – how do you measure a year in the life?
How about love? Measure in love.” - Seasons of love, from the Broadway musical Rent


Columbus International Film & Video Festival
Nov. 7-11
Columbus College of Art & Design, 107 N. Ninth St.
In its 55th year, the festival showcases some of the best content-driven, independent, corporate and studio film and video productions from around the world.
www.chrisawards.org, 614-444-7460

Broadway Across America – Columbus: Monty Python’s Spamalot
Nov. 13-25
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
Based on the Monty Python classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table on their quest for the Holy Grail, which includes flying cows, killer rabbits and taunting Frenchmen.
www.broadwayacrossamerica.com, 614-431-3600

Statehouse Holiday Tree Lighting and Festival
Nov. 14
Ohio Statehouse, High Street at State Street
The holiday season opens in Ohio with the 92nd annual Governor's Statehouse Tree Lighting ceremony and festival. Join the Governor and First Lady for a brief ceremony and enjoy a festival of holiday activities. Holiday tours on Capitol Square will also be held through Dec. 31.
www.experiencecolumbus.com, 888-OHIO-123

CAPA: The Secret Garden
Nov. 15-18
Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St.
The classic story of an orphan girl who finds life and happiness by tending “a bit of earth” has charmed children and adults alike for generations.
www.capa.com, 614-469-0939

Holiday Preview 2007
Nov. 18, 6-9 p.m.
Saks Fifth Avenue, Polaris Fashion Place, 1500 Polaris Pkwy.
Enjoy fashion shows, silent auctions, food, music and more. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Columbus.
www.jlcolumbus.org, 614-464-2717

Holidays at the Conservatory
Nov. 23-Jan. 6
Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St.
Celebrate the holidays with a festive display of lights, trees and more than 100 varieties of poinsettias.
www.fpconservatory.org, 614-645-8733

Grandview Art Hop
Nov. 24 and Dec. 29, 4-9 p.m.
Along Grandview Avenue between West First and Fifth avenues
Check out the fledgling but exciting Grandview Art Hop. It will include visual and performance arts among fabulous restaurants and entertainment venues. www.grandviewarthop.com.

Winterfair
Nov. 29-Dec. 2
Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th St.
Artists will showcase traditional and contemporary pieces, including ceramics, wood, glass, painting, jewelry and more.
www.ohiocraft.org, 614-486-7119

Columbus Symphony Orchestra Pops Series: Holiday Pops
Nov. 30-Dec. 2
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
Kick off the holiday season with a Columbus tradition.
www.columbussymphony.com, 614-228-8600

North Market Holiday Open House & Craft Extravaganza
Dec. 1, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
North Market, 59 Spruce St.
Enjoy artisans, crafters and vendors for a day of gift shopping galore.
www.northmarket.com, 614-463-9664

Four Hops of Christmas
Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22
High Street in the Short North
The season would be incomplete without a trip down High Street for Holiday Hop. The event will include 1 million lights, shopping and entertainment each Saturday through the end of December. Additionally, many bars and restaurants stay open later. There will also be carriage rides and plenty of art, and the arches will be programmed with holiday-themed lighting. www.ShortNorth.org.

Dickens of a Christmas
Dec. 7-16
Ohio Historical Center/Ohio Village, 1982 Velma Ave.
Step into the world of Charles Dickens as the Ohio Village revisits the Victorian Christmas made famous in his stories.
www.ohiohistory.org, 614-297-2300

CAPA presents Dave Koz Smooth Jazz Christmas
Dec. 8, 8 p.m.
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Renowned jazz musician Dave Koz will be joined by American Idol’s Kimberly Locke for his festive concert featuring holiday classics and originals.
www.ticketmaster.com, 614-431-3600

BalletMet’s The Nutcracker
Dec. 8-23
Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St.
This timeless gem is handcrafted by BalletMet and finished with the sophisticated voice of Sir Roger Moore.
www.balletmet.org, 614-229-4848

SAVE THE DATE
First Thursday Arts: 500 Years Later
Jan. 3
The King Arts Complex, 867 Mt. Vernon Ave.
A documentary about the fight for freedom featuring a retrospective voice told from the African perspective.
www.thekingartscomplex.com, 614-645-KING

Broadway Across America – Columbus presents The Wedding Singer
Jan. 8-13
Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Go back to 1985 for the love story about rock star wannabe Robbie Hart.
www.broadwayacrossamerica.com, 614-431-3600