April 2010 Issue

The Great Escape

Against The Grain
Columbus artist Elijah Pierce spent his life turning raw talent and creative  vision into intricate works in wood.

Heartfelt Homage
The Cleveland Play House celebrates an Ohio success story by bringing the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous to the stage.

Asian Invasion
Once appreciated only by back-to-nature foragers, invasive Japanese knotweed is finding an ally in health-conscious cooks. Recipe: Apple-Knotweed Pie

Mancy's Steakhouse

Seeds of Knowledge

Spring's Simple Magic
The majestic gardens of Kingwood Center in Mansfield bring spring to our senses.

Digest

My Ohio: Novel Approach
Author and journalist Don Robertson was a remarkable talent and an Ohio original.

Our Lady of the Birds
Julie Zickefoose chronicles her close encounters with various feathered friends and other wildlife of southeast Ohio.

Sound Mind, Sound Body
Continuing-care retirement communities help residents stay active and focused.

Concrete Canvases
Artists’ renditions of local history and current attractions beautify Ohio River floodwalls.

Good Sports
Toledo teams provide year-round entertainment.

Simple Pleasures
Tour Amish Country to shop, dine and unwind.

West Wings
Spring migration brings even more wild and wonderful reasons to visit the Mountain State.

Dos and Don’ts of Touring Amish Country
Enjoy your next trip, but remember to be cautious and courteous while traveling the rural roads and visiting Amish settlements.

Glass City Getaway
Headed to Toledo for a game? Here are some places to eat and play during your stay.

Good Natured: Making Room for Nature in Our Busy Lives
From a Reliable Source: Trees Keep Your Water Cleaner

In Julie's Words

Saving Grace
A historic meeting of two men in Akron resulted in the formation of Alcoholics Anonymous. The organization’s tenets are embodied in The Twelve Steps

Spring Birds in the Mountain State
West Virginia offers a wide range of avian species to observe.