Friday, March 1, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
March 01, 2024

Sponsored by Columbus Children’s Theatre
Join CCT for the premiere of “Paint a Picture, Stitch a String.” This brand-new piece has been carefully devised by seven talented high schoolers under the guidance of director Ellie Levine. Transcend the boundaries of time as “Paint a Picture, Stitch a String” weaves together stories spanning several centuries into a tapestry of diverse emotions and shared experiences. Each scene is a brushstroke, painting a vivid picture of human connection and the universal threads that bind us. Be a part of the journey that transcends the ordinary as this young ensemble brings their imagination to life. For more info, visit columbuschildrenstheatre.org.

Hello, March! Chelsea here.

Somehow, it’s already time to talk about the best new restaurants that you’ve got to try this month. I don’t know where January and February went, but we’re here, it’s March, and that means it’s time to start planning some delicious meals out. We’ve got a bunch of new spots for you to check out, including a Mochi donut spot that also serves Korean hot dogs, a new diner, and a one-of-a-kind cacao/kava shop. What a way to start March!

P.S. Don’t skip Today’s Photo. There may or may not be a sweet giveaway opportunity! 🤭

Navigator Feature Story: The Best New Restaurants To Try This Month 🍽

🏠 Lost Mansions Of Columbus: The Francis Sessions House
The Francis Sessions house was built in 1840 and it’s a stunner. From the gorgeous cupola to the attached conservatory, it was the height of extravagance when it was constructed.

😍 Take A Look Inside the Most Serene Hocking Hills Getaway of 2024
I’ve been lucky enough to visit so many fantastic Hocking Hills cabins through the years. But I’ve truly never been anywhere quite like Villa Pine at Hugga in the Hills. It was an exceptional experience and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with all of you.

🙅 Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Festival Has Been Canceled
Although the line-up was just announced in January, Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Festival has been canceled. Full refunds have been issued, although the details have left people with more questions than answers.

📆 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 📰 

🏋️‍♀️ Rumors have been swirling that the Arnold Sports Festival might not return to Columbus. But event organizers say that the festival is very happy here, with no plans to find a new home. (NBC4)

🎵 Country superstar Kace Musgraves announced a new tour and, great news for us, she’ll be performing here in Columbus in November. (WSYX)

🛢 An Ohio commission awarded bids to frack oil and gas under state parks Monday, despite statewide backlash and an ongoing investigation into possibly fraudulent support. (AP)

🌤 Weather: 52 and mostly sunny, with a chance of rain after 3 p.m.

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.

Coming Up Next Week 📆

🏒 3/4: Blue Jackets vs. Vegas Golden Knights
🎸 3/5: Two Door Cinema Club
🍺 3/5: Beer Release Party @ Seventh Son Brewing
🪕 3/6: Greensky Bluegrass
🎵 3/7: Russell Dickerson
🏒 3/7: Blue Jackets vs. Edmonton Oilers
🎷 3/7: And All That Jazz
🎵 3/8: Scythian w/ Stillhouse Junkies
🎣 3/8: St. Catharine Fish Fry
🍴 3/8: International Women's Day Participatory Dinner Party
🥃 3/9: Pickaway Pour: A Bourbon Affair
🍻 3/9: Columbus Brew Festival
🎵 3/9: Ian Munsick- Boots, Buckles & Bolos Tour
🎶 3/9: Go Now! The Music of The Moody Blues
🎵 3/9: Pat Metheny
🏒 3/9: Blue Jackets vs. Nashville Predators
⚽️ 3/9: Columbus Crew vs. Chicago
🎸 3/9: Three Dog Night with Chris Trapper
🎥 3/10: Drexel Red Carpet Bash
🎵 3/10: California Guitar Trio
🖼 3/10: Free Sundays @ CMA
🥾 3/10: Sunset Hike @ Blacklick Woods Metro Park
🍁 3/10: Maple Syrup Festival

Today's Photo 🤳

🏡 If you enjoyed reading about our visit to Hugga in the Hills and you think you’d like to visit yourself, head over to our Instagram. We’re giving away a two-night stay!

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- Chelsea