Victor's Winter To-Do List - post 7

As 2009 draws to a close, I've been searching for things to do in the 1st quarter of 2010.

These are in no particular order and I put relevant links where I could.

First up, the annual MetroParks Winter Hike Series. Taking place weekly from 02 Jan - 27 Feb (some weekends have 2 hikes, one Saturday and one Sunday), this annual series features 13 hikes, post hike refreshments, and a natural and interpretive history discussion by trained MetroPark naturalists and volunteers. Those who complete 7 of the 13 hikes will receive an embroidered patch. Start times are either 10:00a or 2:00p depending on location and lengths vary from 1mile to 7miles depending on the trail system at each park.
Links:

• Central Ohio MetroParks
• .pdf format schedule

Next, is one particular Columbus Blue Jackets game - CBJ vs. The Buffalo Sabres, Saturday 06 Feb @ 7:00pm @ Nationwide Arena. Being from the greater Buffalo region, I maintain myself as a Sabres fan (as well as a Jackets fan).
CBJ homepage:

• Blue Jackets

Switching gears to a bit of culture, BalletMet is putting on a production of Carmina Burana. Based on the 13th century collection of Latin poetry turned into the classic 1937 Opus by Carl Orff, this production will run from 05 - 13 Mar.
From the BalletMet website:

"The Cleveland Plain Dealer said of Carmina's world premiere, "Fiery ensemble dances develop into a violent orgy that ultimately resolves into a joyous celebration.""

BalletMet Link:

• Carmina Burana
  

Finally on this abbreviated Winter preview - what would Columbus Reviews Et Cetera be without food? Leo and I have been contemplating a rekindling of our 'bromance' and have a long list of fine eateries in the Greater Columbus Metro Region that we'd like to sample. Of course, I can't divulge the full list, but one high on the list is the Cowtown staple Thurman's.

Stay tuned for some reviews and suggestions of events for this coming quarter.

Regards,
victor