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Thursday, January 2, 2025

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Looking for your next night out? Discover captivating dance performances and more in Columbus this month! Explore the Greater Columbus Arts Council's event calendar to find local arts experiences that move you. For more info, head over to columbusmakesart.com/events.
Hello, 2025! Chelsea here.
Welcome back, friends! I hope your holiday season was filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of time to recharge. Now that we’ve rung in the new year, we’re so excited to get started with you on this fresh journey. There’s so much to look forward to in 2025, and we’re here to keep you updated on all the coolest events, hottest spots, and everything else happening around Columbus. 2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for dining in the city. New restaurants are popping up around town and I can’t wait to try every single one.
Navigator Feature Story: 🍴 A Taste of What’s to Come: Columbus Restaurants Opening in 2025
🛷 The Best Sledding Hills In Columbus
There’s no better way to embrace winter in Ohio than by bundling up, grabbing your sled, and hitting the best hills in Columbus. I know what you’re thinking… “Chelsea, there’s no snow out there.” Not yet! But we might be getting some fresh powder this weekend, so it’s best to keep this list handy.
🏈 Buckeyes Prove They’re Championship Material In The Rose Bowl
The Buckeyes have shown everyone that they have what it takes to win big this year. After clinching a win over undefeated Oregon, they’re headed to the next round of the College Football Playoffs.
Headlines 📰
❄️ The National Weather Service is closely monitoring a potential snowstorm that could impact Central Ohio this weekend. (NWS)
🐶 A Columbus puppy named Sly made his Rose Bowl Parade debut alongside his trainer as part of Lions International's 50th anniversary celebration with Canine Companions, showcasing the pup’s journey from training to walking in front of thousands at the iconic event. (NBC4)
🎥 A collection of century-old works has officially entered the public domain, and we can likely expect these timeless pieces to inspire upcoming creative projects. (Ohio Memory)
🌤️ Weather: 35 and partly sunny, with a chance of snow late tonight
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Coming Up 📆
🏒 1/2: Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings
🏀 1/3: OSU Men’s Basketball vs. Michigan State
🎵 1/3: Fleetwood Gold - America's Fleetwood Mac Experience
🛍️ 1/4: Short North Gallery Hop
🏒 1/4: Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues
🥾 1/4: Prairie Oaks Metro Park Winter Hike
🏀 1/5: OSU Women’s Basketball vs. Northwestern
🌵 1/5: Community Day at Franklin Park Conservatory
🖼️ 1/5: Free Sundays at Columbus Museum of Art
Today's Photo 🤳
🏈 Did you know that the Ohio State Buckeyes have played in the Rose Bowl 17 times? They’ve got a 10-7 record in Pasadena, thanks to yesterday’s win over Oregon.
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- Chelsea