Friday, November 17, 2023

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Chelsea Wiley
November 17, 2023

Sponsored by Rusty Bucket
Rusty Bucket’s Bucket Bonus Cards are back. With every $50 you purchase in gift cards, you’ll receive a $10 bonus card. Gift cards can be redeemed at any neighborhood Rusty Bucket Restaurant & Tavern. Think of it as a gift for them, and a gift for you. Treat your loved buns! For more info, visit shopmyrustybucket.com. 🎁

Hello Friday! Chelsea here.

I’m ending the week by taking a look back… a look really far back. Columbus used to be brimming with stunning mansions. Over the years, so many have been torn down. Even though these buildings don’t exist anymore, I think they’re worth remembering. Hopefully, we can stop tearing down gorgeous old buildings and keep some of our history alive here in Columbus.

Navigator Feature Story: Lost Mansions Of Columbus: The Frisbie Mansion 🏰

Navigator Originals ✏️

The Best Things To Do In Columbus This Weekend 📆
There are so many fun events this weekend, kicking off the holiday season here in Columbus. Tree lightings, football games, live music performances, and more await! Have a great weekend, friends!

Making Wishes Come True: Franklin County Children Services’ Holiday Wish Program 🎁
If you want to make a huge impact on the life of a child here in Columbus, consider participating in Franklin County Children Services’ Holiday Wish Program. There are so many ways to help, from donating gifts and funds to organizing gift drives.

Wildlights At The Columbus Zoo And Aquarium Returns For A Spectacular Season 🐻‍❄️
It’s no secret by now that the Zoo is one of my favorite places in the entire city. That’s especially true this year because Wildlights opens today! It’s such an amazing event and it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.

Sponsored by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The yuletide season comes alive as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Wildlights! This holiday event features millions of LED lights, animated musical light shows, and other holiday festivities that can only be found at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Admission to Wildlights is included with your Zoo admission or with your Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Membership. For more info, please visit columbuszoo.org/wildlights. 🎄

Headlines 📰 

🪧 Workers at at least four Columbus-area Starbucks went on strike Thursday during one of the company's busiest days of the year. (WOSU)

🐕 Canine Companions trains veteran service dogs to identify veteran’s different stressors and work to disrupt their symptoms, and they’re making a huge difference for Central Ohio veterans. (NBC4)

🍸 Chris Marek crafts insanely creative cocktails at The Citizens Trust and as one of the brightest talents in Columbus, he’s now vying for the title of “Most Imaginative Bartender.” (Columbus Monthly)

Weather: 61 and rainy

Sponsored by Franklin Park Conservatory
Join Franklin Park Conservatory for Conservatory Aglow. From November 18 through January 7, the gardens and interior biomes transform into a wonderland of lights and experiences. Explore captivating new displays, including mesmerizing lights synchronized with holiday melodies, immersive light installations, outdoor illuminated games, a lively dance celebration, and a retreat to festive igloos for an assortment of tabletop games. For more info, please visit fpconservatory.org. 🌟

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Have a fantastic weekend, friends. We’ll see you back here, bright and early on Monday morning!

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- Chelsea