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Muscogee Moms has applied for a $25,000 Intuit Hiring Grant for our business. And we need your help to win it.

Voting is easy, and fast.

By computer. Click here to share a few brief thoughts about why you love Muscogee Moms.

By smartphone. You can also Text to Vote! Just text: muscogeemoms to 244326 on your smart phone. Type your name (first name is fine) at the prompt, then type a few words about why you love our website.

Only one vote per business, but you can vote for as many businesses as you like. The more votes we get, the more chances we have to win the $25,000.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Legal residents of the 50 United States (D.C.), 18 years or older may submit a nomination. Submit nomination before 1/31/12. Void where prohibited.

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Review: Bonefish Grill Restaurant

Review: Bonefish Grill Restaurant
By Charlotte Bowman
© 2012 – Muscogee Moms LLC, muscogeemoms.com

It’s not every day Columbus gets a new seafood restaurant. But when we do, it’s a treat to check it out.

So when Bonefish Grill Restaurant (a national chain of elegant seafood restaurants) recently opened next to Starbucks on Veterans Parkway, my husband and I called our babysitter and made plans for a date night. I’d never been to one of their restaurants, so I was unsure what to expect. All the reviews said the restaurant specialized in market fresh fish, but also offered a few non-seafood options such as steaks, pork, pasta and chicken meals.

My husband and I had a very enjoyable dinner. The inside of the restaurant was both cozy and sleek. I loved the beautiful golden hardwood floors and hand-blown glass lamps. We sat at one of the community tables in the large bar area. It felt strange at first to be sharing a large table with strangers, but by the end of the evening we were sharing food and wine with six new friends.

Our server was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. She answered all our questions and kept our beverages topped off. The warm, fresh bread was a hit and our table went through three baskets.

For my appetizer I chose the Bang, Bang Shrimp, which is “tender, crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce.” Yum! My husband chose the Bacon Wrapped Atlantic Sea Scallops, also an tasty choice.

Next up were the entrees.

I opted for the Corn Chowder with Lump Crab instead of a salad. For my entree, I choose Lily’s Chicken, which is a “chicken breast topped with spinach, goat cheese, & a piece of a artichoke heart; covered in a butter lemon sauce,” was divine! My husband chose the Norwegian Salmon, which was cooked over a wood-burning grill.

For dessert I ordered the Creme Brulle – Hands down, one of my favorite deserts of all time. Our boys weren’t with us that night, but I saw several items on the kids menu that they would like. I was also impressed by the sheer entertainment value of the eight-page booklet!

Pros:

• Great selection of fresh seafood dishes
• Extensive wine list and generous portions
• Great for date nights

Cons:

• Popular restaurant, expect a long wait to be seated
• A bit pricy compared to your average restaurant
• Not open for lunch during the week

Hours:

• Open for dinner seven days a week from 4–10:30 pm.
• Prices: Appetizers $5-14, Entrees $13-22
• Reservations are accepted, but not required

A gift certificate (which covered the check) was provided to Muscogee Moms for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been compensated in any other way and is based on the views and opinions of my husband and myself. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.

Duplication and/or Publication without permission is strictly prohibited.
Please contact Charlotte Bowman, Muscogee Moms LLC,
(706) 888-0260, or charlotte@muscogeemoms.com for duplication/publication use.

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Online Song Writing Experience at the Columbus Museum

Online Song Writing Experience

When: January-March

Cost: Free!

Ages: 13-18

Students, age 13-18, are invited to join an online forum hosted by the Museum to post their own songwriting samples, as well as encourage and support their fellow young songwriters. Students are encouraged to visit the Columbus Museum Sound and Vision exhibition for inspiration from the artists and bands featured in the photographs and then post their own lyrics on the Museum blog or Facebook page and provide feedback for the other student artists.

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New ABA certificate at Columbus Technical College

Attention parents and teachers!

Columbus Technical College is offering a new ABA certificate this semester. Unfortunately, it did not get put on the schedule for January but you can sign up on for it on drop/add day, which is January 9th.

This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and teachers to learn more about Applied Behavior Analysis and how to use it. ABA therapy has the most proven results for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

For more info, call 706-225-0502

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