Friday, February 9, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
February 09, 2024

Sponsored by the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio
By way of stunning photographs and stories, meet a group of Central Ohio residents who were once forced to flee their homes and become among the millions of refugees who have found hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Through the lens of award-winning photographer Tariq Tarey, discover how these individuals endured their arduous journeys to find a place to rebuild their lives. For more info, head over to decartsohio.org.

Hello, Friday! Chelsea here.

If there’s one thing Ohio knows how to make, it’s pilots. Our state has a rich and complex history with aircraft pilots, from the Wright Brothers to the astronauts who were honored with so many “firsts” in space. I’ve been obsessed with space for as long as I can remember and I feel so fortunate to have grown up in a place that had so much access to places that honor and explore that history. If you’re also a lover of all things space, I’ve got the perfect to-do list for you.

Navigator Feature Story: 8 Stellar Stops for Space Enthusiasts in Ohio 🚀

Photo by Amanda Carberry, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

😍 Five Orphaned Manatees Have Left The Columbus Zoo To Return To The Wild
I believe that there’s no cuter animal on this planet than a manatee. How lucky are we all that our Zoo is doing its part to keep these gentle giants safe in the wild. Their journey from Columbus to the crystal clear waters of Blue Spring State Park in Florida is something to be celebrated.

The Best Things To Do In Columbus This Weekend 📅
There’s so much happening around town this weekend. With the warmer temperatures and the full calendar, the city is sure to be humming for the next few days. Be safe and have a fantastic weekend, friends!

Headlines 📰 

🍻 Want to show off just how much you love local brews? Columbus is in the running for the 10Best Beer Cities from USA Today and you can show your support by voting here. (USA Today)

📺 Uncover the untold stories of resilience and hope in Central Ohio's black community. Explore their journey on the latest episode of Columbus Neighborhoods, called Spirituals and The Journey To Freedom. (WOSU)

👩‍🏫 Columbus City Schools stakeholders are again tasked with recommending which buildings should close in the coming years. Here’s why officials say it will be different than last time. (Axios)

Weather: 62 and partly sunny

Coming Up Next Week 📆

🖼 2/12-2/15: Art of Bangladesh
🎭 2/13-2/18: Company
🏀 2/14: OSU Women’s Basketball vs. Nebraska
🎤 2/14: Unrequited: The Paradox of Black Appalachia
🎵 2/15: Nickel Creek with The Staves
🍸 2/15: Gin-Forward Cocktail Class at Adelaide’s Gin Joint
🎭 2/15-2/18: The Color Purple
🖼 2/15-2/18: From Struggle to Strength: Inspiring Journeys of Central Ohio's Refugee Community
🎵 2/15: Briston Maroney: Ultrapure Tour
🎻 2/16: Trad Nua Celtic Series presents Gerry O'Connor
🎵 2/16: Dylan Scott
😂 2/16: Nate Jackson: Super Funny World Tour
🏒 2/16-2/17: OSU Men’s Ice Hockey vs. Wisconsin
🎭 2/16-2/18: The Addams Family Musical
🤠 2/17: World’s Toughest Rodeo
🏛 2/17: Ohio Statehouse Tour guided by Columbus Historical Society
😆 2/17: Darcy & Jer: No Refunds Tour
🐒 2/18: Conservation Lecture Series Winter 2024
🎻 2/18: Columbus Symphony at the Leisure Club
🏀 2/18: OSU Men’s Basketball vs. Purdue
🎸 2/18: The Kills: God Games Tour

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Have a wonderful weekend, my friends. You’ve earned it!

- Chelsea