Village Lights Celebration: Santa, Treats, and Holiday Cheer

Join us on Sunday, December 8 for a festive celebration of holiday cheer at our offices in German Village! We’re bringing the magic of the season to life with an evening filled with warmth, laughter, and delightful treats.

Event Highlights:

Photos with Santa 

Capture the joy of the season with a special photo session with Santa Claus himself! Bring your family, friends, and your holiday spirit for a picture-perfect memory. 

Seasonal Treats 

Warm up with hot chocolate, indulge in delicious funnel cakes, and sip on Marilyn’s famous punch (it’s a must-try!). There’s no better way to enjoy the holiday season than with tasty treats by a roaring fire. 

Live Holiday Music 

Get into the festive groove with live holiday music that will fill the air with cheer and add to the cozy ambiance. 

Late-Night Shopping & Community Charm 

After the festivities, explore the beautifully decorated streets of German Village. Businesses will be open late, offering unique holiday gifts and festive décor, making it a perfect night out. 

Real Estate Conversations 

Stop by to meet our friendly team of real estate professionals. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy new home or curious about the market, we’d love to chat with you about German Village and beyond.

Where: 177 E. Beck Street, German Village 

When: Sunday, December 8, from 5 PM – 8 PM 

Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable together. We can’t wait to see you there! 

The Preston Centre: The New Must-See In Columbus

Vutech | Ruff team members were thrilled to attend the recent open house for the Preston Centre, formerly the PNC Tower on East Broad Street. Hosted by Columbus Landmarks, the event showcased the innovative adaptive reuse of the building, now a bustling hub of mixed-use spaces including residential, office, and retail. The project is Downtown’s largest transformation yet of an office building into residences.

We were pleased to support our good friend, Jeff Edwards, president and CEO of The Edwards Companies, which developed the project. More than seven years in the making, the project involved converting floors 10 through 23 of the 24-story office tower into 105 apartments. 

During the open house, Marilyn Vutech, Anna Vutech, and Emily Ahlering had the opportunity to tour the luxury apartments with incredible views of the city, gorgeous common area spaces that include an art gallery, game room, workout facility, and beautiful outdoor garden-itself an incredible piece of art.

When finished, the building is expected to include up to five restaurants and bars, including Cameron Mitchell’s new Butcher & Rose.

Celebrating Pride in Columbus

Happy Pride Month, Columbus! At Vutech | Ruff, we are proud to live in a city that is so welcoming and inclusive to the LGBTQ+ community. There are countless ways to celebrate Pride in Central Ohio. In fact, you can celebrate every weekend in June with the number of celebrations occurring. Let’s take a look! 

Pride Celebrations Throughout Columbus

May 31: Bexley Pride Walk: 5:30 PM 

June 1: Delaware Ohio Pride Fest 24: 10 AM – 5 PM at Boardman Art Park 

June 2: Stonewall Columbus Pride Brunch Fundraiser at Columbus Athenaeum:11 AM – 1 PM 

June 2: Worthington Pride: 12 PM – 5 PM 

June 3: City Hall Pride Illumination Ceremony: 7:30 PM 

June 6: Pride New Albany Day (includes Paws for Pride, a Pet Costume Contest): 4 PM 

June 8: Hilliard Pride: 12 PM – 3 PM 

June 9: Upper Arlington Pride: 1 PM – 5 PM 

June 14-15: Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival & Resource Fair at Goodale Park: 10 AM – 5 PM 

June 15: Stonewall Columbus Pride March: 10:30 AM 

June 22: Reynoldsburg Pride: 4 PM – 8 PM 

June 22: Westerville Pride Event: 5 PM – 8 PM 

Grab your loved ones and support, uplift, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community all month long! 

Our Favorite Central Ohio Gems 

From cozy corners to chic eateries, our team has curated a list of their favorite spots for a date or special night out with friends. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner or just want to enjoy the city vibes, join us as we explore our top picks, approved by those with a knack for prime locations, both in the market and on the town.  

Third & Hollywood – especially the Sunday Brunch 

South Village Grille – pizzas, steaks + fresh oysters

Basi Italia – in the heart of Victorian Village

Worthington Tavern – made-from-scratch familiar favorites

Carmichael’s at the Athletic Club of Columbus 

Speck Italian Eatery – “seriously out of this world pasta”

Lindey’s – (of course!)  

Cardone’s – Old World Italian in Westerville 

The Avenue Steak Tavern – fine steaks + tavern fare

The Laundry – perfect for pre-dinner bubbles

Barcelona  – tapas + Spanish wines

The Citizen’s Trust – great for drinks + snacks 

The Barn at Rocky Fork – for the perfect steak + drink pairing 

We also love picking up butter cookies from Resch’s Bakery and colorful macarons from Pistacia Vera.