what's going on this weekend?

TGIF, everybody! Hope you're enjoying the warm weather. Spend some quality time outside, and then try these weekend standouts. They're all for Saturday, so budget your time accordingly.

*SpringFest, the free outdoor festival on Broadway in downtown Columbus, is 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday. I was there was a bigger nightlife component, but I'm sure I'll still enjoy sitting outside on my trusty pink picnic chair. Music fans will enjoy the singer-songwriter showcase, which starts at 4 p.m.

*After a brief hiatus, the Saloon & Oyster Bar, 6005 Macon Road, is back in business. They celebrate their official reopening party all day Saturday with draws like music and food and drink specials. No cover. Visit the hot spot's official MySpace here.

*They're not the only ones marking a milestone: Mickey's Pub, 4105 Buena Vista Road, celebrates its 32nd anniversary. It's a nice, low-key, friendly bar which some stellar karaoke. Saturday's festivities start at 7 p.m. No cover.