COTA - Fuel Efficient Public Transportation

COTA - gone Green!

You’re in for a treat with the new COTA “going green” public transportation buses. Headed to the job or the Columbus Zoo, COTA has a way to get you through central Ohio and will help you save the planet too. In early spring 2010, COTA unveiled its newly fuel efficient buses. COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority) is doing their part in reducing their carbon footprint by adding features like: “48 percent increase in fuel efficiency, a battery-powered electric motor and diesel-fueled combustion engine, regenerative brakes that repower the motor battery when pressed, an LED lighting system used inside and outside the vehicle and a smoother ride because the electric motors do not require shifting”.

The fabric seating is both comfortable and spacious.  It is best to sit in the seating directly behind the driver or seating facing each other by the front entrance of the bus for optimal seating. However, be mindful that prime seating choices may not be available to you due to the time of day, number of people on a bus and availability of the eco-friendly buses in rotation (there are only six currently). To plan your next trip go to www.cota.com


COTA – Caution: YELLOW  (yellow) light for seating.

Red, White and BOOM!

Fireworks! Can we say more? I have traveled to the spot where where Red, White and Boom (July 2nd) will take place in Downtown Columbus (Ohio) and selected seating spaces where YOU can have a comfortable seat to watch and enjoy all the festivities. From Genoa Park to North Bank Park along the Scioto River there is plenty of green spaces, stadium style long cement benches and wrought iron seating available.  Bring all your loved ones to the celebration and enjoy. Don't forget something cushy to sit on.        Happy 4th of July!                       

Score: GREEN Light         Go to http://www.nbc4i.com/ for all your Boom! details.

Genoa Park behind COSI along Scioto River >>>

Higher Ed is important - Ashland Univeristy

Here in the inner court of Ashland Univeristy's college campus is an oasis of sorts. Not only can you get a quality Master level education, but also see beautiful flowers, listening to a siren water fountain, and enjoy plenty of places to sit. I recommend the stone benches by the fountain for recreation, chillin' or catching up on your studies.

Sturdy patio furniture has the dreaded arms. May be a comfy seat for most but not everyone. Still nice.

I must give this college a GREEN light. Go and get a quality education.

Cosi @ Polaris Parkway

Cosi - pronounced kho'zz is an urban, hip and cozy spot where you can grab a latte, flat bread sandwich filled with everything from seafood, to turkey, bacon and gorgonzola cheeses to gourmet pizzas and desserts. The price points fits its atmosphere.



Comfortable seating, I did however have a choice of seating after the lunch-rush. No arms on the wood chairs. Table with two chairs some larger tables seats four per table. Asymmetric high backed benches were nice too with movable/adjustable round tables for your convenience.

Here are a few seating pictures~




Cosi www.getcosi.com gets a GREEN light. Go and enjoy yourself.

O'Charley's Resturant (Columbus, Ohio)

Good food, service and prices and most of all atmosphere! O'Charley's chain restaurant has a lot to offer the local/neighborhood hangout spot. More importantly, the seating is a comfortable fit for most. For added room, spacious booths with adjustable tables if you need more tummy room -- like some of us do-- make for a nice experience. Other seating available at O'Charley's are high- stools at the "bistro style" tables in the bar area. General seating where tables has wood chairs with vinyl covering are plentiful and sturdy. The only drawback is that of the placement of four chairs per table. The seats do not have arms - who-hoo! that is a bonus! However, a choice to sit with another person at the table is most comfortable with one on each side for a larger patron. UNLESS you want to be cozy with someone, then go ahead and do your thang! ;)



Below is a pix of the sturdy wood chair from the O'Charley's restaurant.

I recommend O'Charley's chain restaurants a YELLOW (yellow) light. Proceed with caution if more than two are in your party.

Visit O'charley's online @ http://www.ocharleys.com/

Park Parkin'- Gahanna Ohio

Creekside - Gahanna, OH 43230

I wanted to visit this place for a while since its unveiling in 2007 or there abouts. According to its website (http://www.creeksidegahanna.com/) says that the park includes a public plaza, bridges, fountains, hand-cut limestone boulders, plenty of nature and natural spaces and a flag art display. While I was there on a warm sunny afternoon, I strolled around and looked into the store windows of many of the shops, like a jewlery shop, wine and bar space, Coldstone Creamey and a host of other interesting places to visist. The park is also accommodating to those in wheel chairs with ramps and a parking garage near the park and *bonus* an elevator leading from the garage to the open space.

The outdoor spaces were favorable for the MyVIPseat cause. As I took in the sights and nature sounds, the main area of the park and specifically the opportuntity for comfortable seating was abound. From seating on the fountain wall to along the walking space, to side benches of wood or steel to 'park' your self to take in the waterfall over the rocks, or view swans swimming in the creek.

Here is my attempt to take pix with my new digital camera. :) Just wanted to give you an idea of some seating choices while there taking in the beauty of the park and all it's splendor. Here are a few pictures of the seating where I felt very comfortable:

> patio chair by the fountains -(this seat may be a little uncomfortable for some)

> A spacious park bench

Outdoor patio seating at the Italian restaurant "Mezzo" >

Pack a food basket, or take a stroll, just Go and enjoy the ambiance of Spring and newness. I will give Creekside a GREEN light.

Enjoy!

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M @ Miranova - Columbus, Ohio

It's nice to know that even if you have a more to move', you still can enjoy a relaxing and comfortable fine dining experience at M @ Miranova restaurant in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. The food and ambiance are equally superb. Looking out over the Scioto River and beautifully constructed buildings and green spaces from the panoramic glass windows welcomed in the picturesque fresh spring trees and M's lush patio furnishings and decor. The subtle changing overhead colorful mood lighting took the dining experience to the next level.


As you Valet park your vehicle and walk trough the front door from the lobby to the double glass doors of the restaurant you will be instantly transformed into a 5 star atmosphere with dark woods and class modern decor with soft dividers i.e. white sheers hung ceiling to floor to delineate private spaces. (Note: It will take approximately one (1) minute to walk from the curb through the restaurant doors.)


M @ Miranova gets the GREEN light. Go and enjoy a comfortable and relaxing experience for inside dining. Note the establishment does have several seating options: bar stools for a long table down the center of the restaurant and nestled up to the bar area. They also provide private rooms where mostly just like other areas of the restaurant -- wide study sturdy seating with cloth seat padding, and most importantly without confining chair arms. The patio may pose some challenges for those larger patrons for seating. If in doubt, M's offer patrons to RSVP options. To get the most comfortable seating for your best experience, call ahead and request a table with arm free chairs for you and your guests.

View M's at www.matiranova.com


Enjoy!

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