Thursday, January 18, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
January 18, 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, Thursday! Chelsea here.

I love a bit of historic preservation and it’s something that Columbus is trying to get better about. Yes, we still tear lots of gorgeous old buildings down. But more and more, local businesses and organizations are working hard to preserve our architectural history. I’m so excited to share that CAPA is doing just that with one of the oldest buildings in town. The beautiful, historic church will be getting quite the makeover thanks to the arts organization, including a rooftop bar. I know you’re about to click on it anyway, but can I just say how awesome these renderings look? 2026 cannot come fast enough.

Iconic Spaghetti Warehouse Building Faces Demolition For 15-Story Development 🛠
The Spaghetti Warehouse restaurant might have a new home, but the building that housed the Columbus favorite for all those years could be coming down soon.

10 Cozy Outdoor Winter Dining Options Around Columbus ❄️
My previously mentioned resolution of staying positive about winter in Columbus is already starting to lose a little bit of its luster. This means it’s time for a fun night out that doesn’t actually involve hanging out in these frigid temps. I’m torn between a rooftop igloo and one that involves ice bumper cars… which would you pick?

City Barbeque’s $5K Wedding Giveaway Is The Love Story We All Need RN 👰‍♀️
Tis the season for wedding planning and having planned a wedding myself, I remember exactly how stressful it can get. Whether it’s your wedding, your kid’s, or just a close friend, you can enter them in this giveaway. We have all the details, and trust me, you’ll want to hear it. This isn’t sponsored, I just really like saving people money.

Headlines 📰 

🏈 The new athletic director at the Ohio State University addressed Buckeye Nation yesterday for the first time. Ross Bjork is headed to OSU from Texas A&M and he will replace current OSU athletic director Gene Smith on July 1. (NBC4)

👩🏻‍💼 According to a recent study, women in Ohio are making progress toward equality. But we’re not there yet and we have a tough road ahead of us. This compelling read from Erin Gottsacker is worth your time this morning. (WOSU)

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🌦 Today’s Weather: 28 with a chance of snow, mainly after 10 a.m.

Sponsored Columbus Children’s Theatre
Step into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with The Cat in the Hat at Columbus Children's Theatre! The National Theatre's lively adaptation brings the classic story to life with mischievous antics, crazy ideas, and loads of fun. Perfect for young audiences, this engaging play, featuring original sound effects, promises an amazing adventure that stays true to the timeless magic of Dr. Seuss. Don't miss the laughter and surprises—grab your tickets for a rainy afternoon turned into an unforgettable experience! Showtimes from January 20 to 28, 2024. For more info, visit columbuschildrenstheatre.org. 🎭

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- Chelsea