Friday, January 12, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
January 12, 2024

Sponsored the Greater Columbus Arts Council
Columbus is lucky to have some incredible public art installations. They’re beautiful, easily accessible, and important to our city’s culture. Learn more about public art in Columbus by visiting columbusmakesart.com. 🎨

Hello, Friday! Chelsea here.

Is there any better way to end the week than by talking about the most delicious breakfast item? Pancakes can be light and airy, fluffy and filling, sweet, savory, and just about anything in between. Columbus has some incredible pancakes that come in a variety of forms and they’re all just sitting out there, waiting for you to decide that you want to start your Friday off in the best way possible. Enjoy and eat an extra pancake ball from Katalina’s for me!

The Best Things To Do In Columbus This Weekend 📅
The weather could be a little rough this weekend, but there’s still a lot going on around town. For those lucky enough to have a long weekend, be sure to take advantage of the free programming going on around town to celebrate the incredible work of Martin Luther King Jr. We’ve got a whole subsection of the weekender dedicated to those events, to help make your weekend planning even easier!

How To Donate Blood In Columbus 🩹
If it’s been a while since you donated blood, you might want to reconsider. There’s a massive shortage right now and your donation could literally save someone’s life! We’ve got the details on how to give blood, what to expect, who is eligible to donate, and so much more.

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🚨 Good Deal Alert! Have you ever visited the Zoo in the winter? It’s a great time to see so many of the animals that love the colder weather. It can also save you money because admission starts at $10.99 in the winter. (Columbus Zoo)

💸 Speaking of good deals… A new program is kicking off next week. Dinner Dollars offer participants $10 toward any after-work appetizers, happy hour hang out or date night dinner at dozens of participating restaurants around Downtown Columbus. You can even put it toward a carryout order to take back to the fam. Here’s what you need to know. (Downtown Columbus)

❄️🏠 I’m sure we could all say a lot of mean things about that state up north. But the truth is that it's full of some truly breathtaking sights and it's a great place to escape into nature. If you're looking for a cozy getaway this winter, here are some suggestions for a trip up to Michigan. (Awesome Mitten) 

Weather: A high of 49 with wind gusts and rain throughout the day. Overnight, rain could turn into snow, so be safe out there on Saturday!

Sponsored by Columbus Symphony
Join the Columbus Symphony for an exhilarating program featuring genre-defying string trio Time for Three. The group performs Kevin Puts’ Contact, which was written for them and draws inspiration from themes of reaching out and connection. Tickets start at $10. For more info, or to grab your tickets, visit columbussymphony.com. 🎻

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I’m missing bright blue skies, but luckily, January won’t last forever! Have a good weekend, friends.
 
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- Chelsea