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Vaccine Information (update)

The governor has opened a phone line to help those that are 75 and older with scheduling appointments that do not have access to the vaccine.

It is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and is only for those 75 and older. You can dial 211 and then choose the for help with scheduling an appointment option.

More and more appointments/locations are opening up.

Anyone having an issue can also call the COA office at 508-651-7858 and we will assist you as best we can.

Here is some information that can help you schedule an appointment.

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-vaccination-locations(search by zip code or map location).

What to know before you go

The vaccine is free. You will never be asked for a credit card number to make an appointment.

You must make an appointment to get a vaccine.

The vaccine requires two doses. You should make sure you have a second appointment scheduled from the same site, or know how to schedule it, before leaving your first appointment.

You must confirm you are eligible for your phase. See below for more information.

You can get a vaccine even if you do not have insurance, a drivers license, or a Social Security number.

Confirm your eligibility

To get vaccinated in Phase 1 or 2, you will need to confirm that you are part of a currently eligible group within those phases. This is called attesting.

Depending on where you book your appointment, you may attest differently.

You may be asked to attest online or over the phone when booking.

If you are not asked when booking, you will be asked to attest when you arrive at your appointment. Vaccination locations will likely have an attestation form available, however, you can fill out the COVID-19 Massachusetts Vaccination Attestation Form and bring it with you to your appointment to be prepared. You can also fill the form out at the location.

Additional documents

Your vaccination location may list the below items as necessary; however, that only applies to people who have them. You can still receive the COVID-19 vaccine without insurance or an ID.

Bring an ID with your name, if you have one, to verify your name in the vaccination system.

Bring your health insurance card, if you have one. Your insurance will be billed at no cost to you. You do not need to be insured to receive the vaccine.

Sites labeled Local vaccination locations on the map (yellow stars) may require additional documents since they are only open to those who live in that city or town. This will be listed when making your appointment under special instructions.

When you get your first dose

Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth.

You will get a vaccination card that tells you which COVID-19 vaccine you received, and when and where you received it. The card will remind you to return for a second dose.

The vaccination site will tell you when to come back for your second appointment.

Make sure you get both doses

You need two doses of the same vaccine to be fully protected.

It's important that you get the same type of vaccine both times.

Go back to the same vaccination site to get the second dose.

Again, please call the COA office at 508-651-7858 or send us anemailif you have any questions.

Coffee and Conversation

State Rep. David Linsky Friday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m. via Zoom.

Email coadirector@sherbornma.org or call the office to register.

Need a New Mask?

The COA has a supply of masks. If you need a new one, please contact the office and we will make arrangements to get one to you.

Exercise classes

Now you can start exercising at the beginning or end of the day. Your first class is free.

Every Thursday, join us for a weekly walk at 10 a.m. Meet us at the Holliston Rail Trail at the Gazebo. Weather permitting.

Vinyasa Yoga

Mondays, 9-10 a.m.

Tone and Stretch

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

NEW - Zumba Gold

Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m.

Cardio, Core and More

Fridays, 11-11:45 a.m.

Once registered, you will receive the Zoom link and instructions. Contact the COA (508-651-7858 or coaprograms@sherbornma.org) for details.

Sand for Seniors

Are you in need of sand and salt this winter?

The Sherborn COA, along with Sherborn DPW, are happy to assist you in delivering SAND FOR SENIORS.

If you are a senior living in Sherborn and could use some sand this winter for your walkways, give us a call. We have a limited number of 5-gallon buckets that will be filled with a sand/salt mixture from the DPW garage and delivered right to your home sometime in the coming weeks by a team of dedicated volunteers and staff.

Supplies are limited, so please contact the COA office if you want to be put on the list for delivery. Call us at 508-651-7858 or email coaprograms@sherbornma.org the following information: Your name, address, and if you already have a bucket that needs refilling or if youre in need of a new bucket. Also, indicate where you would like the bucket left.

Join the Friends of the COA

The Friends of the Sherborn Council on Aging is a nonprofit organization established in 2008 by the late Peggy Sacuto, was a longtime Sheborn resident an advocate for older adults. The Friends mission is to assist and work closely with the Sherborn COA.

Additionally, The Friends fundraise for programs, events, projects, facilities or support services for Sherborns older adults, their families and caregivers. They help to supplement the town budget which allows us to provide more offerings during the year.

They have openings for new members. Anyone that is interested in learning more about the Friends are welcome to contact one of the board members or attend an upcoming Friends board meeting. Would you like to learn more about the Friends? Contact Audrey Raycroft on how you can become involved. Her email address is: araycroft@comcast.net or call her at 508-954-2647.

Firewood for Seniors

The firewood program for those 65 and over has begun. If you are 65 and over you can order firewood (1/3 cord) on a first-come, first-serve basis and the Mens Group known as the Nipmucs will deliver it to your home. The cost is $80 for 1/3 cord. For those under 65, you can call and have your name placed on a waiting list. Your cost is $115 for the 1/3 cord.

Please call the Council on Aging office at 508-651-7858 as they will help coordinate the delivery.

The Nipmucs are looking for men to help them split wood in the Town Forest. You can contact Charlie Williams at 508-395-9049 to sign up to help. It's a great way to exercise and get some fresh air.

Sherborn Library news

The Sherborn Library now has an outdoor book drop open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A huge thank you to the Friends of the Sherborn Library for their generous donation to make this possible.

The library will quarantine returns for 72 hours, so items will remain on your account for longer than usual.

SHINE Appointments

The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone…on Medicare) program offers free, confidential counseling on all aspects of health insurance to anyone on Medicare. While in-person appointments are not being scheduled, help is available by phone. You can call the COA office and we will coordinate the appointment with you.

Scam Alert

Never give your Medicare number, your Social Security number, your bank account information, your credit card numbers or any other personal information to someone you do not know and trust.

Trash Pick-Up

If you are an older adult or considered to be someone at-risk if exposed to the coronavirus, please do not visit the Sherborn Transfer Station. Out of concern for the health and safety of our older adult residents and those at elevated risk, the town of Sherborn is working with Ruane & Father to provide rubbish pick-up services with the fee being waived.

Please call the COA Office at 508-651-7858 for pick-up or emailcoadirector@sherbornma.org

Connected to the Town

Please rely on reliable news sources for information. The town is working hard to keep the website updated as changes take place. Click on the red banner on the home page.

Free rides to medical appointments or treatment, along with weekly trips to Roche Brothers or Market Basket are available through the Council on Aging. Please contact us if you have any questions or for transportation voucher.

Nursing Home Hotline: The hotline is staffed seven days a week from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Staffers coordinate with state agencies to find answers to callers questions. Call 617-660-5399 anytime to connect with the hotline.

Alzheimers Association: 24/7 Hotline at 800-272-3900

Department of Public Health website at mass.gov/2019coronavirus, the World Health Organization at https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019. Both sites are updated with more information on a regular basis. You can also link to these sites on the home page of the town website at http://www.sherbornma.org.

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Oakland renter Angelica Rivas says that when she turns on the kitchen faucet, cockroaches spill out. And the water pressure is so low in her shower, she says, she often has to bring buckets of water from the kitchen just to bathe.

Rivas has lived in her apartment with her four children for nearly 15 years. She and her neighbors went on a rent strike last March to demand that the landlord make repairs.

Then the pandemic forced a Bay Area-wide shutdown, and Rivas, who worked as a housekeeper, and many of her neighbors at 1821 28th Ave. lost their jobs. The rent strike turned into an inability to pay.

In theory, Rivas and her neighbors shouldnt worry about losing their homes. In one of the strongest eviction moratoriums in the state, Oakland prohibits evictions for nonpayment of rent at most residential units.

Nevertheless, Rivas landlord has issued multiple eviction notices to tenants since March.

Housing experts and tenant advocates say Rivas situation isnt uncommon in the Bay Area because of confusion around a separate eviction moratorium issued by the state.

The statewide moratorium lets landlords send 15-day eviction notices as long as they include a form for tenants to fill out if they are unable to pay rent due to the pandemic.

Tenant advocates say Oaklands policy and other local moratoriums supersede the statewide law.

While we think its clear that Oaklands eviction moratorium and Alameda Countys eviction moratorium takes precedence. ... It appears that there are some landlords that have a different opinion, said Jackie Zaneri, a staff attorney at the Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment who represents Rivas and other tenants in her building.

Housing experts say it can be confusing for landlords and tenants to know which moratorium to follow. Rivas landlord, Michael You, has included the form with his eviction notices.

Admittedly, it is a tricky time to be involved in managing property, You said. I do need the cooperation of the tenants to ensure access as well, and to help reduce the risk of infestation by good housekeeping standards. It is also troubling that I have not received rent from all the tenants for 10 months.

You said his tenants didnt complain about the condition of the apartments before the pandemic. The tenants and their lawyer said they did.

The situation underscores the complexities of enforcing local eviction moratoriums against a statewide policy with different rules. The result is confusion between landlords and tenants about what policies prevail. Meanwhile, both sides struggle with economic instability in an unrelenting pandemic that threatens to exacerbate the states homeless crisis. Many tenants, often terrified of an eviction on their record, give up and leave once they receive a notice, advocates say.

Most tenants are not able to consult with an attorney, and most tenants dont know their rights, said Alex Werth, a policy associate at East Bay Housing Organizations. These laws are extremely complicated. The eviction process is extremely complicated. For a lot of tenants, especially the most vulnerable ones, they will receive an eviction notice and either assume they must leave right away or will leave out of fear.

In late January, Gov. Gavin Newsom extended the statewide eviction moratorium to allow tenants facing financial hardship because of the pandemic to stay in their homes until June 30, when property owners will again be able to evict tenants who dont pay their rent.

Under the state law, tenants who receive a 15-day eviction notice for nonpayment of rent can file a declaration that they are unable to pay due to income losses as a result of the pandemic.

Meghan Gordon, the director of the housing unit at the East Bay Community Law Center, said when the pandemic started, landlords didnt know what was going on and an initial surge of eviction notices went out. But that surge died down as landlords learned of Oaklands protective order.

In March, the Oakland City Council passed a moratorium that bans eviction of most tenants in residential units built before 1996 for nonpayment of rent due to financial difficulties during the pandemic. It also prevents landlords from charging late fees for back rent, and limits certain rent increases.

Eviction notices are precursors to any eviction lawsuit. Under the citys policy, the moratorium provides an absolute defense against eviction if the notice was served during the local emergency, according to the city attorneys office.

The moratorium will be lifted only once the City Council votes to end the state of emergency.

Rivas neighbor, Felix Martinez, said the stove in his unit hasnt worked for nearly two years. He said his wife is constantly scraping mold off the walls.

Evelyn Rivas, another tenant, said she was shocked when she received the first eviction notice in April.

What if I lose my house? she asked in Spanish. What if Im out on the street?

Rent for several apartments in the building is nearly $1,500 a month.

In response to every eviction notice, Zaneri said she responded with a declaration from the tenants that they were unable to pay rent due to loss of income during the pandemic.

On Dec. 31, Zaneri sent a letter to the landlord demanding an end to the notices and that he immediately address repairs (including eliminate rodents and pests), replace missing or expired fire extinguishers and smoke detectors, fix broken door locks and stop up sewage leaks.

Zaneri said the landlord has not responded to the demand letter. She said she has spoken to the landlords attorney, who provided no timeline on repairs.

You, the landlord, told The Chronicle that he has commenced work to remediate the concerns raised by the tenants. The complexity of complying with COVID-19 pandemic restrictions while effectuating repairs to a property has elongated the process.

You said he expects the renovations and remediation of the property to be completed shortly. He did not respond to questions about why he was sending eviction notices despite the citys moratorium.

It is outrageous that a landlord who has totally neglected their duty to provide a safe and habitable apartment for tenants by failing to make major repairs for years would then give their tenants an eviction notice for failure to pay rent during the pandemic, Zaneri said.

Sarah Ravani is a San Francisco Chronicle staff writer. Email: sravani@sfchronicle.com Twitter: @SarRavani

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Carpet weaving in Indiadates back to the 16th century, when Mughal emperor Akbar tried bringing weavers from Persia to make rugs for his palace. Today, India is a hub of carpets that have much demand in the international market.

According to a report by Mordor Intelligence, almost 90 percent of carpets made in India are exported, with overseas shipments worth Rs 64,407.19 crore ($916.15 million) duringApril-November 2019.

Indian handmade rugs have wide international appeal, despite competition from countries such as Turkey, China, and the US that specialise in machine-made carpets. SMBStory curatesa list of four domestic manufacturers that export India-made rugs to several countries.

Gaurav Sharma, MD, Obeetee

A hundred years ago, on the banks of the Ganges, three British men started a small, carpet-making enterprise. It was 1920, shortly after World War I, and the founders were looking to capitalise on the rising popularity of Indian carpets in the West.

FH Oakley, FH Bowden, and JAL Taylor gathered the finest local craftsmen in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, and began manufacturing carpets. Their business was started as Oakley Bowden & Taylor, and the enterprise derived its brand name, Obeetee, from the founders initials, OBT.

Over the last century, Obeetee has built its legacy as one of Indias largest handmade carpet and rug makers. Its primary factory in Gopiganj, Uttar Pradesh, has 1,100 employees and the brand works with 20,000 artisans, who manufacture the handmade products.

The Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi is home to two Obeetee rugs, the larger one of which measures 452 square metres and contains 100 million intricate knots. The US is a large market for the company.

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Monty and Radhe Rathi, Co-founders, Kaleen Group

Until 1994, Radhe Rathi was involved in his familys textile business, handling its exports arm. But due to some differences, he decided to move out. Radhe, who had been living and working in the US, saw an opportunity in the rugs market when a trading project accidentally fell into his hands.

He dived into the industry and started exploring new avenues. In 1996, he established Kaleen India, a rug manufacturing and sales business. Although the company started out trading rugs in the overseas markets, it gradually moved into manufacturing.

In 2000, Radhes younger brother, Monty Rathi, Chief Operating Officer of Kaleen Group, joined the business and the duo shifted base from the US to Mumbai, setting up manufacturing units in Panipat, Mirzapur, and Bikaner. At present, Radhe divides his time between the US and India.

Radhe emphasises that Kaleen Indias USPis leveraging technology in a largely traditional business segment. The company specialises in machine-made and handmade carpets using techniques such as hand-knotting, hand-tufting on broadlooms, pit looms, and power looms.

In FY20, the group clocked a turnover of Rs 250 crore.

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Aditya Gupta, Director, The Rug Republic

Aditya Gupta got attuned to carpets and rugs while growing up in Meerut. His parents, JK Gupta and Meenakshi Gupta, had started making carpets at their home in 1983, when Aditya was in Class X. Eight years later, after completing his education from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, and Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi, Aditya joined the business with his brother, Ashish Gupta. Their company came to be known as Sharda Exports.

The business was earlier focused on the domestic market, until there was an opportunity to showcase its collection atan exhibition in Germany. Sharda thus entered the overseasmarket in 1991.

Shardas first international clients included Swedish furniture brand IKEA and UK-based household furnishings company Habitat. Between 2013 and 2014, Sharda was renamed The Rug Republic.

Currently, The Rug Republic manufactures five lakh carpets a year and exports to 85 countries. Aditya doesnt disclose the turnover, but saysthe companys growth rate is around 20 percent year-on-year. The Rug Republic has an exclusive showroom in Delhi andmore than 10,000 retail stores worldwide.

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Asif Rahman, CEO, Insigne Carpets

Asif Rahmans association with carpets started in 1988, when he was frantically looking for job opportunities after graduating from Calcutta University. One day, he stopped outsidea rug store on Kolkatas Park Street and started checking out the carpets through the glass window. Intrigued, the owner called him inside and after a brief conversation, offered him a job to head his carpet installation team. Asif started working with the team to install carpets at five-star hotels. Thus began a three-decade-long journey in the carpet industry.

Asif launched Insigne Carpets in 2011 with a primary investment of Rs 35 lakh from personal savings.The Gurugram-based luxury brand is an end-to-end solutions provideroffering consultation, manufacturing, installation of carpets, and other services.

The company has an impressive clienteleacross the entertainment, hospitality, commercial, residential and other sectors.It has designed and created carpets for luxury projects such as La Samaritaine (Paris), The Pierre (New York), Wynn Casino (Las Vegas), and Salalah International Airport (Oman). The companys USP, Asif tells SMBStory, is customisation. He claims that the company makes only one piece of a particular design and doesnt recreate it again.

Insigne Carpets manufacturing unit in China has a capacity to produce 5,000 square metres of carpets, whereas the Indian unit can manufacture 1,000 square metres.

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To celebrate the recent launch of critically acclaimed Netflix Original Film THE WHITE TIGER, which is based on the New York Times bestseller and 2008 Man Booker Prize-winning novel of the same name, Netflix has partnered with two leading British Asian artists, Inkquisitive and Chila Kumari Burman, to explore the concepts of ambition, class, society and entrepreneurship from the film by creating visually stunning interpretations of the infamous White Tiger Driver car and putting their own distinct style on two otherwise ordinary looking cars.

In THE WHITE TIGER, which has just been longlisted for 7 BAFTA awards (including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress), the car represents Balrams (played by newcomer Adarsh Gourav) submission to servitude as he tries to climb the social ladder whilst being confined to driving his rich masters (Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Rajkummar Rao).

With a legion of worldwide fans and celebrity following of his unique artwork, Inkquisitive AKA Amandeep Singh, is known for his abstract and vibrant ink sketches and using his artwork as a creative platform for commentary on faith, popular culture and global issues.

I had heard about the book so when the opportunity arose to work on The White Tiger, I knew it would be something special. says Inkquisitive. I loved the film the themes of the underdog, ambition, and hustle amongst the wider social context of India. I wanted to focus on the storyline of the main character in my art; exploring the duality of Balrams humble beginnings in the village to what he does and what he becomes - using striking imagery and bright colours, peppered with words that resonate closely to the film, and finishing with the white tiger at the top of the car, to reflect Balrams final status in society.

Its great that Netflix is giving British Asian artists a platform to share their work its been a decade since I started creating my art, and this unique partnership has been an incredible way to celebrate my journey thus far. says Inkquisitive.

With a lauded body of work over the years, 2020 saw Chila decorate Tate Britains iconic faade as part of the Winter Commission project. Challenging stereotypical assumptions of Asian women, her experimental and distinctive pop art work is informed by popular culture, Bollywood, fashion, gender and identity.

The collaboration with Netflix has been wonderful the whole time I was making my car. says Chila. Ive taken inspiration from every scene in the film and tried to cover its main themes, from capitalism and corruption to injustice and poverty. Using imagination and creativity, Ive handcrafted digitally and transferred my ideas onto the car with fun and dynamism. The animated tiger on the roof captures the solitary pounce of the white tiger and contrasts with the bold neon, colour, and overall design of the car.

Netflix UK is exploring options to display the cars once the national lockdown has eased. The creation of the cars and assets adhered to government COVID guidelines.

Find Inkquisitive on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube And Chila Kumari Burman on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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About The White TigerBalram Halwai (Adarsh Gourav) narrates his epic and darkly humorous rise from poor villager to successful entrepreneur in modern India. Cunning and ambitious, our young hero jockeys his way into becoming a driver for Ashok (Rajkummar Rao) and Pinky (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), who have just returned from America. Society has trained Balram to be one thing a servant so he makes himself indispensable to his rich masters. But after a night of betrayal, he realizes the corrupt lengths they will go to trap him and save themselves. On the verge of losing everything, Balram rebels against a rigged and unequal system to rise up and become a new kind of master. Based on the New York Times bestseller and 2008 Man Booker Prize-winning novel.

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Long considered carpeting's least attractive form, outdoor carpet has made great leaps forward in quality and style over the past few years. Durable and low-maintenance, this soft floor covering is an easy way to add a cozy feel to your patio or deck.

"Given that we will be spending more time in our homes for the foreseeable future, it's important to truly use the space you have," advises interior designer and HGTV host Arlene Gibbs. "An outdoor rug will help your outdoor spaces feel more like an extension of your home."

If you're considering outdoor carpet for your outdoor living space, here's what you need to know:

Water-resistant and UV-stable, outdoor carpet is made with materials that can withstand anything Mother Nature throws at it. Its low-pile or densely woven synthetic or natural fibers help repel dirt and water and resist mold and mildew. However, "outdoor rugs made of natural fibers like seagrass are not as strong as their synthetic counterparts and could have issues with mold," Gibbs says.

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Resistant to the elements, sun, pets and people. Gibbs even suggests considering outdoor carpet as an indoor option "for high traffic areas in your home, like a den/family room, kids' room, playroom, etc."

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Price points for any budget.

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Requires a special adhesive or double-sided tape for carpets or anti-slip underlay for area rugs.

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You can install outdoor carpet on any hard, flat surface from wood to concrete, although some surfaces may need weathering from 30 to 60 days first. The straightforward installation requires a few basic tools, a rented 100-lb. roller and special adhesive or double-sided carpet tape. An intermediate-level DIYer can do it in a day. Some tile or plank carpets come with a self-adhesive backing, making them even easier to install.

Otherwise, consider that professional installation costs an average of $400 to $600 for a 300-sq.-ft. patio or deck.

Little to no maintenance and easy cleaning are two of the biggest selling points of outdoor carpeting. These carpets are resistant, but food and beverages often leave stains, so spot-clean larger spills immediately.

Set up grills or smokers away from the carpet as flying embers melt holes in the synthetic fibers. Standing water can damage even the most water-resistant carpets; use a push broom to remove puddles after a heavy rainfall.

To clean, first go over your carpet with a broom to get rid of blown leaves, twigs or other large debris. Then vacuum using the regular floor head (not the rotating brush) to remove dirt and dust.

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One of the biggest nights of a Hollywood actor's career is the prestigious Academy Awards, and every year, celebrities arrive dressed to the nines. While A-list men wear their best tuxedos, it's the women who get the majority of the attention, arriving on the red carpet in their dazzling one-of-a-kind gowns. However, what happens when two big-named stars arrive wearing nearly identical dresses? It would seem that someone would definitely be in trouble.

According to Bustle, Tina Fey and Reese Witherspoon arrived on the 2016 Oscars red carpet "totally twinning" in their "strikingly similar royal purple, strapless gowns." Fey and Witherspoon must have done a double take when they spotted each other across the carpet, but upon closer inspection, these leading ladies of Hollywood wore two different dresses. According to HuffPost, the30 Rock actor wore a Versace gown and paired it with a dazzling sapphire diamond necklace with her hair in an updo, while theBig Little Lies star wore Oscar de la Renta, keeping her neck bare, but adding diamond earrings, and statement cuffs, with her hair flowing down behind her shoulders.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio Recently allocated $1.25 million of the State of Ohios 2020 capital budget, the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) has combined a portion of the State funds which must be used for the repair, reconstruction, or construction of physical property with donations from private sources to begin a $900,000 renovation of the historic Ohio Theatres loge, mezzanine and balcony.

A complete overhaul of the Ohio Theatres loge (or first seven rows of upper-level seating) began last week to reconstruct the aisle steps and implement new handrails. The railings lining the front and back of the loge will be upgraded and replaced as well, and new carpeting will be installed.

In addition, new handrails and carpet will be installed in the mezzanine and balcony (the remaining 25 rows of upper-level seating) and the railings lining the front and rear of each section will be upgraded and replaced.

This renovation was originally slated for the summer of 2020, but was suspended indefinitely as CAPA and other local arts organizations battle the effects of the pandemic, stated CAPA President and CEO Chad Whittington. These funds come at the perfect time, allowing us the opportunity to make use of the shutdown in a positive way. This renovation is an important safety enhancement for our patrons when we are able to welcome them back to the Ohio Theatre again, enabling us to offer an even better customer experience. We are very grateful to the State of Ohio for its acknowledgement of the beloved Ohio Theatre.

CAPA will employ all local contractors for the renovation which is expected to conclude in mid-May.

While plans are still in development, CAPA will utilize the balance of the capital budget allocation funds and private donations to implement further improvements to the Ohio Theatre including renovation of the mezzanine concessions area, enhanced wayfinding signage, and ADA accessibility upgrades.

The Spanish Baroque-style, 2,791-seat Ohio Theatre, designed by world-famous architect Thomas Lamb as a palace for the average man, opened on March 17, 1928, as a Loews movie house complete with its own orchestra and theatre organ. In addition to movies, vaudeville found a home on the Ohio stage, boasting performances from legends such as Milton Berle, Cab Calloway, Buddy Ebsen, Jean Harlow, and Ginger Rogers.

Today, the Ohio Theatre hosts more than 100 performances of BalletMet, Broadway in Columbus, the Columbus Symphony, CAPA-presented performances, and a wide variety of touring artists and shows each year. The venue is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, been declared a National Historic Landmark, and is the State Theatre of Ohio.

Pictured is the inside of the Ohio Theatre at 39 E. State St. in Columbus.

Submitted by the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA).

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