🚗🏖️ The Ultimate Ohio Coastal Road Trip

Plus: 🏓 Smash Park Is Opening In Westerville This Summer

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Chelsea Wiley
March 27, 2025

Sponsored by Columbus Children’s Theatre
Join Columbus Children’s Theatre for a cozy, fun-filled journey into the world of Llama Llama Red Pajama! This interactive storytime brings Anna Dewdney’s beloved book to life with lively readings, playful movement, and engaging activities perfect for little ones. Will Baby Llama ever get his bedtime snuggles? Help him along the way with silly sounds, fun gestures, and a whole lot of imagination! For more info, please click here.

Hello, Thursdsay! Chelsea here.

If you’re craving beach vibes but don’t have the energy (or time) for a 10-hour drive, we’ve got the perfect solution. Lake Erie’s coastline is a gem for a quick, refreshing road trip that won’t eat up your whole week. Whether you're in the mood for sandy shores, charming towns, amusement parks, or just a relaxing break, this Ohio coastal route has it all. Grab your sunglasses, pack some snacks, and get ready to explore the best spots along the lake.

🎥 This Amazing Tourism Video Shows Off Columbus’ 90s Vibes
Ready for a serious 90s nostalgia trip? A 1993 tourism video is giving Columbus the retro treatment. It’s got paddle boats, swans, and a whole lot of downtown charm. Watch it, and let’s all start a petition for those boats to make a comeback, because that looks super fun.

🏓 Smash Park Is Bringing Pickleball, Karaoke, And A Whole Lot Of Fun To Westerville This Summer
Smash Park is about to transform Westerville with pickleball, karaoke, duckpin bowling, and seriously cool vibes. With everything from a dog-friendly patio to Brunch Bingo, it’s the ultimate summer hangout, and it all kicks off this August.

Headlines 📰 

🏥 The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed a measles outbreak with 10 cases in Ashtabula County and one in Knox County, all in unvaccinated individuals. Health officials are urging parents to vaccinate their children, as the highly contagious disease continues to spread in multiple states. (NBC4)

🏈 Ohio State's 2025 Pro Day drew over 140 NFL personnel, including top coaches and GMs, to evaluate 17 Buckeye draft prospects. With star players like TreVeyon Henderson and Emeka Egbuka showcasing their skills, the event was a major stop on the road to the NFL. (Eleven Warriors)

✈️ Spring break travel is packing John Glenn Columbus International Airport, leading to limited parking and full lots. Travelers are advised to arrive early, use rideshares, or get dropped off to avoid delays, with congestion expected to ease later this week. (10TV)

⛅️ Weather: 61 with increasing clouds

Sponsored by PromoWest 🎸
No one does live music in Columbus quite like PromoWest. They’ve got some fantastic shows coming up, including Explosions in the Sky, Vampire Weekend, and more. To see what’s on the calendar, or to grab tickets to a show, head over to promowestlive.com.

Coming Up 📆

🎭 3/27-3/30: Funny Girl
🎭 3/27-3/30: A Chorus Line
🎙️ 3/27: The We Go On Tour
😂 3/27: Matt Matthews
🎵 3/27: flipturn
🎧 3/28: Forrest Frank with Elevation Rhythm
🏒 3/28: Blue Jackets vs. Vancouver Canucks
🎸 3/29: Deftones
🎻 3/29: Clasically Black
🎵 3/29: Tyler the Creator
😂 3/30: Ismo: Woo Hoo! Tour

Today's Photo 🤳

📸 This photo shows off three Columbus icons: The Original COSI, the original Wendy’s, and the Christopher Inn. 

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- Chelsea