Thursday, September 12, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
September 12, 2024

Sponsored by Short North Stage 🎭
Get ready to swing into the golden age of jazz with Ain’t Misbehavin’! This Tony Award-winning musical brings the infectious energy and humor of Fats Waller to life on the Garden Theatre MainStage. From the Cotton Club to Tin Pan Alley, experience the unforgettable music that made Waller a legend. Don’t miss this sassy, sultry celebration—showing from September 5th to 22nd. Grab your tickets now and let the music take you back in time! Visit shortnorthstage.org for more info!

Hello, Thursday! Chelsea here.

Looking for a new way to level up your fun? Columbus is about to get even more thrilling with the opening of Activate, an immersive gaming experience that combines physical and mental challenges. Whether you’re dodging lasers or solving puzzles, this interactive adventure is perfect for friends, family, or team outings. I know I’m not the only one excited about this and I certainly can’t wait to check it out!

🍴 An Iconic 1970s Ohio Fish & Chips Spot Is Making A Comeback
Nostalgia is a powerful thing. It's so powerful that it might convince you to drive a couple of hours just so you can get a taste of an iconic fish and chips restaurant that’s finally starting to make a comeback here in Ohio.

🍸 The 1922 Club at Ohio State Stadium Is Bringing Speakeasy Glamour to Game Day
Yesterday we talked about the history of Ohio Stadium. Today, we’re looking to the future. A new luxury club will open at The Shoe offering speakeasy vibes exclusively for members. Check out the renderings of the space at the link above.

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🐎 On September 29, the All American Quarter Horse Congress will once again return to Columbus for the world’s largest horse show. This blog post celebrates the nearly 5,000-year bond between horses and humans, and the role horses played in the history of Ohio. (Ohio Memory)

💸 Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales hit $50 million in just over a month, but dispensaries are still waiting on key rule changes. Find out what could be coming next for cannabis sales in Ohio. (NBC4)

🧑‍⚖️ Two Ohio abortion laws have been blocked, including bans on telemedicine for medication abortions and non-doctors prescribing the abortion pill, as the impact of the historic 2023 constitutional amendment continues to unfold. (ABC News)

☀️ Weather: 89 and sunny

Sponsored by Germania’s Oktoberfest 🇩🇪
Get ready for Germania’s 67th Oktoberfest! From September 13-15, enjoy traditional German food, drinks, live music, dancing, and family fun. Admission is free for members and just $5 for non-members. For more info, click here. Prost! 🍻

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This throwback photo from last fall has me counting down the days until the leaves start to change!

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- Chelsea