Friday, June 7, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
June 07, 2024

Sponsored by the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio
Step back in time to the vibrant 1960s with the exhibit Mod: Visual, Social, Cultural Renaissance of the 1960s, curated by Margaret Wunderlich. Running from June 1 to August 25, 2024, this exhibit explores how the iconic social revolutions of the decade continue to shape today's world. The exhibit features an eclectic mix of prints, record albums, furniture, jewelry, and more, capturing the dynamic spirit of this transformative period. For more info, or to plan your visit, head over to decartsohio.org.

Hello, Friday! Chelsea here.

One of the best weekends of the year is finally here! The Columbus Arts Festival kicks off today and it’s going to be incredible. There is so much to explore at this massive festival. We’ve gathered all the vital info you need to have the best time ever. From new things to check out this year to basic info like where to park, we’ve got you! Have the best time Columbus. See you there!

😎 11 Reasons Why Summer On The Scioto Is The Ultimate Columbus Hangout Spot
If you’re looking for fun, free activities to fill your summer days, including free kayaking through the city, Downtown Columbus has you covered. This is going to be a great summer, I can just feel it.

🛶 Celebrate Clean Water and Have a Blast at Riverfest 2024
During the Columbus Arts Festival, there will be a mini-festival happening on the Scioto River. Take advantage of free water-based activities and celebrate clean water!

📅 The Best Things To Do In Columbus This Weekend
I hope you all have a fantastic weekend. There’s a lot going on around town, so have fun, stay safe, and we’ll see you back here Sunday morning!

Headlines 📰 

⚾️ The stories and statistics of up to 300 baseball players who played in the Negro Leagues in Ohio are now part of official Major League Baseball records. This comes after the long-awaited decision to integrate the statistics of players from the Negro Leagues into MLB records. (WOSU)

🚧 A relatively new playground in the middle of Weinland Park was torn down by mistake earlier this week, leaving residents justifiably frustrated just at the start of summer. (NBC4)

🎵 Singer Josh Krajcik, headlining the Columbus Arts Fest on June 8, opens up about his near-death experience and its influence on his new album 'EPIPHANIAC.' (Matter News)

☀️ Weather: 77 and sunny

Sponsored by the Greater Columbus Arts Council 🎨
The 2024 Columbus Arts Festival is here! This incredible event will showcase over 250 visual artists, four stages of performances, and dozens of food vendors. Thousands of people will gather for the festival and the best part is that it’s completely free to attend. For more info, head over to columbusartsfestival.org.

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- Chelsea