Discover Gahanna Ohio

Kindred Brewing has been a go-to hangout spot in Gahanna, Ohio since 2016. Since then, Kindred has grown to be so much more than a brewery and one of the most Instagrammable places in Gahanna. Lately, the popular brewpub has added 7 new features, specials and events to their list of offerings. Check out what’s new! 

1. Lunch. Beginning this month, Kindred is open for lunch, hosting a different food truck every day. Starting at 12 noon during the week, expect a food truck to be waiting on the premises to help combat your lunchtime hunger (and offer a reason for you to get out of the office). 

2. Wine tasting. Kindred is now hosting a monthly wine tasting with Jon Offredo, owner of Offredo Selections. Jon is incredibly knowledgeable on the subject of wines. (Take advantage of wholesale pricing on bottles during these tastings.) For only $15, you’ll receive 5 generous pours of wine from 6-9 pm. Kindred will also have a food truck on site during these events. Dates for this event are Tuesdays, October 29, November 11 and December 17, 2019.

3. New cocktails. The Octocter cocktail of the month is called 13th Child and has Squid Ink as an ingredient! The cocktail consists of Gosling’s Black Seal Black Rum, Campari, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, House-made Simple Syrup, Orange Bitters and Squid Ink. Admit it … you’re curious about how this one tastes, right?! 

4. Extended Happy Hour During OSU Games. Kindred will continue their normal happy hour pricing during every Buckeye Game! The deal will run as long as the game does.

5. Mead tasting. The brewery currently offers 8 flavors of Zen Bee Meadery’s amazing session mead. As a local son and pop operation, Kindred was one of the first places to carry their products. Stay tuned for the next mead tasting date. 

6. Running Club. Every Wednesday, gather at Kindred at 5:45 pm and take off with other runners in the community. The running club was created with the intention of getting the community together and meeting your neighbors. (It’s also perfect running weather right now.)

7. Kindred Kreepfest Party. Thursday (10/31 - Halloween night) Kindred will be hosting a Kreepfest Party to celebrate their Campfire Beer Tapping. There will be a Tarot card reader from 5-10 pm, a costume contest, and lots of candy! Maanas Indian Cuisine will be on site from 5–9 pm and they will still have their foodtruck cocktail pairing with a Mango Nectar cocktail for $7. 

What’s next for Kindred, you ask? We see some more beer tappings, sour bottle releases, live music and maybe monthly trivia in their future… Follow them on Facebook and Instagram, or check out their website to learn more and stay up-to-date!  

Want to learn more about Gahanna’s many unique, signature pubs, eateries and distilleries? Check out the Dine & Drink section of the VisitGahanna.com website! 

Your alarm goes off. Your feet hit the floor … or maybe you hit snooze for a few more peaceful minutes. Waking up in the morning is your chance to start fresh every day, although some days can be tougher than others with work stress and other factors building up your to-do list. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to invest in a little self-care. We had the opportunity to talk to Susan Rieser, owner of Thrive Massage & Wellness to talk about the benefits of massage, and what companies can do to help employee stress levels. 

What are some benefits of massage that can help reduce stress?
Massage can improve productivity. There are more than two decades of research on the effects of massage on brainpower and productivity, and they all say the same thing: adding massage benefits employee and company alike. Massage can relieve both stress and physical discomforts associated with corporate positions, increasing focus. That increased focus translates to better work done in less time.

Are there specific types of massages that are better for stress?
Several types of massage have been shown to be effective in reducing stress metrics in clinical trials. Chair massage, Swedish, and Trigger Point massage may be recommended to reduce stress. At Thrive, we customize every massage to fit the goals of the client.

How is Thrive Massage & Wellness partnering with companies in order to help employees reduce stress?
Stress alone is costing US employers an estimated $300 billion annually. Stress causes absenteeism, accidents, lower productivity, and can directly cost you money with legal, medical, and insurance costs. Stress has been linked to headaches, sleeplessness, and fatigue. 

Studies show that even a few weeks of offering chair massage in an office can do a world of good, including increasing alertness and job performance, as well as reducing complaints of stress, anxiety, and depression. Thrive offers on-site massage at several corporate locations, hospitals and senior care facilities. We offer corporate partnerships to make wellness services more affordable for associates to achieve their wellness goals. Thrive also offers chair massage at your location for your associate appreciation and holiday events. 15 minutes of chair massage have been shown to lower cortisol levels. (High levels of cortisol are linked to high blood pressure and a suppressed immune system.)

What should people know about Thrive?
Thrive is a locally owned family business. Our mission is to make wellness affordable, accessible and achievable right in our Gahanna neighborhood. We offer a variety of tools to improve your quality of life including:

• Swedish and Therapeutic Massage, Infrared Saunas,  Sound Table sessions and Meditation appointments

• Affordable room rental space for local health service providers

• Nurse Practitioner, Sheryl Lehman, is available by appointment at Thrive on Tuesdays [mobilefamilypractice.com / 614.633.8684 (she makes house calls!)]

• Acupuncturist, Ahmed Edwards is available by appointment at Thrive on Fridays [614.849.2099]

Want to learn more about Thrive Massage & Wellness? Call Thrive at 614.989 5356, email thrivemassagewellness@gmail.com for a menu of services, or visit their website. 

If you frequently drive or walk down Granville Street in Gahanna, Ohio, you may have noticed the amazing furnishings in the big windows at Nth Degree (57 Granville St.) To learn more about what Nth Degree offers, we talked to Jeff Ramm, Managing Partner, to see what they’re all about. 

Nth Degree has a variety of home offerings--from design and renovation to real estate, as well as a storefront in Gahanna. Can you tell us about what the store offers?
Nth Degree offers unique one-of-a-kind pieces that our clients can’t find at other home furnishing locations. We represent all price points, and work with more than 250 manufacturers to order special pieces--if the store doesn’t offer exactly what our clients are seeking. We have a dedicated group of designers that can assist with all furnishing and decorating needs, and we offer free, in-home consultations by request. Whether looking for a comfy accent chair or redesigning an entire home, Nth Degree is a great local resource offering unique furniture, art, lighting and decorative pieces!

Why did you choose Gahanna to set up shop?
We are a locally owned and operated business and value Columbus and its suburbs. Located off the picturesque Big Walnut Trail, we have become imbedded in the community and very much enjoy seeing the success of Gahanna and surrounding areas. Although our client base extends far and wide, we consider Gahanna home, and love being a part of this amazing city.

How would you describe Nth Degree’s style in the storefront?
We have a variety of high-quality home furnishings, light fixtures, art, and area rugs ranging from traditional to contemporary, and classic to transitional. Our store offers groupings of items so our clients may visualize what types of pieces work in concert together. If something doesn’t grab the attention of our client, the design team can work to find the perfect piece. By creating lasting relationships with our manufacturers, we are able to access pieces to suit our clients’ every whim.

Is there anything else you’d like people to know about Nth Degree?
Nth Degree is a one-stop-shop for all your home, in addition to offering a friendly, helpful, and patient design team for your interior needs. Nth Degree also has a full service real estate and renovation team. We can assist with all of your home needs, from sale to purchase to renovation and decoration!

For more information on Nth Degree’s offerings, visit their website.  And don’t forget to post pictures using the hashtag #UniquelyGahanna on social media for a chance to be featured on Visit Gahanna’s social media channels and website!

It goes without saying that music is an integral part of our culture, community and offers great benefits for developing minds. Learning an instrument teaches self-discipline, confidence, creativity and much more. As producers of the Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival--and HUGE advocates for year-round live music in Gahanna--Team Visit Gahanna is excited to welcome School of Rock to Gahanna! We had the opportunity to chat with Michael King, owner of School of Rock Gahanna to talk more about what they have to offer.  

What programs does School of Rock offer?
There are different programs for kids that are categorized by age: 

• For kids under the age of 7, our goal is to establish a musical foundation using games & activities around Rock songs, expose the kids to guitar, bass, drums, keys, vocals then ultimately pick an instrument and join Rock 101. We have our Little Wing group, for kids 4 - 5 years old, and Rookies for kids ages 6 - 7 years old. 

• For complete beginners ages 8 - 17, we  offer a Rock 101 program that teaches foundational concepts and easy songs. There’s a weekly lesson, plus weekly rehearsal and an end-of-semester show. 

• For intermediate and advanced students ages 8 - 17, we have three programs. Our Performance Program features harder concepts and songs, a weekly lesson and weekly rehearsal and an end-of-semester show.  The next program is our House Band which represents the best-of-the-best in the school, which includes gigs around town--like any other band. Lastly, our All Star Program represent the best-of-the-best across all School of Rock locations (Approximately, 33k students across 240+ locations).  This group will tour across the US over the summer.

• For anyone 18 and older, we have our Adult Band Program. The Adult Program uses a performance-based music education approach. This means the curriculum focuses on learning music concepts and applying them in a live performance setting. This program includes one weekly private lesson and a weekly group rehearsal. Every student is placed in a band of fellow adults and then assigned specific songs as a way of learning key music concepts and skills. Adult students then take the stage to perform at a live show.

What audience is School of Rock for?
School of Rock welcomes everyone of all ages and skill set. Our youngest student is 3 years old and our oldest is an 82-year-old female drummer! 

 What are the benefits of learning a musical instrument? We know there are many!

• Self-discipline

• Teamwork and collaboration (to come to rehearsals prepared and not be the weak link)

• Improved social skills (with fellow students)

• Self-confidence (to perform on a real stage)

Other than one-on-one lessons, can you talk about the camps or workshops offered?
Over the holidays, spring break and summer, we offer one week versions of our semester programs where students will learn and perform songs in front of family. We also have camps such as Rock 101 British Invasion, Performance - 80's Metal, and Songwriting. In addition, we have workshops that include recording and sound production. 

Is there anything else you'd like us to know about School of Rock?
Our goal is to disrupt traditional music education by focusing on song first and group-based performance. Our staff are gigging musicians who have a desire to teach and shape the next generation of local musicians. School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. We encourage visitors to swing by for a tour and a free lesson/class to see our facility and meet our staff!

To learn more about School of Rock Gahanna, check our their website here! And don’t forget to post pictures using the hashtag #UniquelyGahanna on social media for a chance to be featured on Visit Gahanna’s social media channels and website!

This event might steal a little pizza your heart. This Sunday, October 6, from 12 - 4 pm, visit Pies in the Park (presented by Champion Windows). Stroll around Friendship Park in Gahanna (150 Oklahoma Ave.), sampling pizza from some of your favorite pizza places--including Coaches, The Goat, Gatsby's, Jet's Pizza, Marco's Pizza and Mr. T's Pizza. Vote on your favorite pizza and enjoy activities, games and (drum roll, please...) a Pie Eating Contest! The contest begins at 1:30 pm and the champion (aka: the Pie-Eating Legend of Gahanna) will win a $25 Easton Town Center gift card. 

There’s one twist… Pie Eating Contest competitors will have to eat with their hands behind their backs! (We couldn’t make it THAT easy for you!) Registration fee for the contest is $5 (register here!).

“We look for ways to give back to the community and help generate awareness of our partner organizations,” said Laurie Jadwin, Executive Director of Visit Gahanna. “Our Pie Eating Contest will appeal to dessert lovers, while generating donations for GRIN (Gahanna Residents in Need). Registration is just $5 per person to participate.” 

Pizza and pie are not the only delectable delights offered at this event! Pies in the Park will also feature goodies from Buckeye Candy Company and SmallCakes Cupcakery & Creamery, new fall whisky and cello flavors from Noble Cut Distillery, Craft Beer, wine, soda and water for sale, and kettle corn, hot dogs and brats from Teen Challenge Columbus (in case there is someone who doesn’t want pizza!)

Tickets will be available for pizza purchases from different vendors ($1.50 per ticket). Pizza vendors determine how many tickets are required per slice. (Average 1-2 tickets.) Noble Cut Distillery, Teen Challenge Columbus and SmallCakes will all accept tickets, as well. 

Our media sponsor, Rewind 103.5/104.3, will be emceeing this event which will include a performance by the Reelin' in the Years Band. Other entertainment includes Rocky by Misty, inflatables and sno-cones provided by New Life Church Gahanna, face painting by the Gahanna Lincoln High School Cheerleaders and a demonstration on how to make DIY herb-infused dipping oils for pizza crusts by The Ohio Herb Center. The Gahanna Historical Society will also hold an Open House during all hours of Pies in the Park and offer homemade apple butter.

Parking will be available at Friendship Park, the Creekside parking garage and Mifflin Presbyterian Church. Special thanks to ALL of our event sponsors: Champion Windows, Rob Matney/Berkshire Hathaway, PNC Bank, Universal Windows Direct, Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation, Rewind 103.5/104.3 and Pepsi. 

To learn more about this event, go to PiesinthePark.com.