Support District Businesses and Cultural Venues
Many bars, music venues, and cultural institutions have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Patrons and ticket sales have ground to a halt. These places help create the University District’s unique neighborhood character, generate creativity, and serve as an outlet for our residents and visitors. We all need local businessees and non-profits to survive this downturn. Below are ways you can continue to support your local watering holes, arts and culture venues, retailers and their staff.
Ace of Cups Bar
aceofcupsbar.com
The Old North Columbus music venue hosts local bands and has provided space for numerous community fundraisers. Patrons have put together a GoFundMe campaign to benefit Ace of Cups employees.
A&R Creative Group
arcreativegroup.com
These are the folks behind Ethyl & Tank, Fourth Street Bar & Grill, and Midway. They have started a GoFundMe to support their bartenders, servers, and kitchen staff.
Bossy Grrls Pin Up Joint
facebook.com/BossyGrrls/
This bar and burlesque joint has a variety of ways to support them and the performers during the pandemic. Growlers and cans of beer are available for take-out. They even have huge rolls of toilet paper to buy! You can take part in virtual kareoke for $1.00 per song and they’ve moved their burlesque shows online.
The Bottle Shop
bottleshopcolumbus.com
This cocktail bar and carry-out in the Peach District (yes, it’s still a thing!) has an online store where you can pre-purchase their classic cocktails and giftcards. They are also collecting donations for their bartending staff. If you need to stock up on some beverages their carry-out beer and wine selection is still available!
Coffee Connections
coffeeconnections.me
Coffee Connections has an outpost at Gateway which is currently closed. But if you make it out to their Hilliard location, you can pick-up some of their house roasted coffee blends for home and a mug from their online store. You can also buy giftcards which are good at any of their locations.
Gateway Film Center
gatewayfilmcenter.org
The film center is an independent theater providing the best mix of blockbusters and art house films. Did you know they are a non-profit? Not only can you make a charitable contribution but you can now watch the latest some of their latest releases online! You can even take the next step by becoming a member with perks of unlimited movies and bottomless popcorn.
Kafe Kerouac
kafekerouac.com
True to their own words, Kafe Kerouac is many things to many people. Coffee shop, bar, cultural outlet, community hang-out. Unique places like these need to exist in the University District. Stop in to buy a coffee, book, or record. You can also support the business while staying at home through their donations page!
Mid High Market
midhighmarket.com
This University District lifestyle brand clothing shop has teamed up with twenty three area bars and restaurants to support their employees. All proceeds from the Local Love t-shirt ($25) available for purchase online will be split amongst all the businesses’ staff during this time of need. Printed by Pop’s Apperal. We’re loving the teamwork here!
Rambling House Music Bar
ramblinghousemusic.com
The soda maker’s music outpost is still making music and supporting musicians through their CouchTour live streams. You can support the musicians directly and tip the Rambling House bartenders. Proceeds from $10 carry-out growlers go directly to the employees - message them for details.
Stauf’s Coffee
staufs.com
The local roaster with the new stunning cafe located in the Dennison Place neighborhood can supply you with coffee, tea, and brewers through their online shop. Free shipping on all orders!
Used Kids Records
usedkidsrecords.com
We know that browsing through the crates for your next favorite vinyl does not compare to shopping online. But during these times, we all need to practice social distancing. Used Kids Records has a selection of records online to buy from in the comfort of your home and they will even do a curbside delivery to minimize contact. Check out their offerings!
Wexner Center for the Arts
wexarts.org
While the galleries are currently closed and performances are postponed, you can now purchase online viewings of films and other upcoming streamed content. The Wex has a variety of membership options available and ways to donate to support this laboratory of contemporary art.
Wild Goose Creative
wildgoosecreative.com
Non-profit Wild Goose Creative has been an essential hub for visual and performing artists in the University District. While their in-person programming has been cancelled, you can experience some of it online like the popular Speak Easy storytelling events. You can support Wild Goose through a donation or by pre-purchasing blocks of classes with an e-giftcard.
Click Here for our restaurant carry-out and delivery guide during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is your business trying to support your staff and community? Drop us a note and we’ll get it included on this list! info@universitydistrict.org
