Tuesday, July 23, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
July 23, 2024

Sponsored by North Market 🐔
Hey Columbus foodies! North Market is calling your name! Swing by the original downtown spot for that classic market vibe, or check out the Bridge Park location in Dublin for a fresh, modern twist. Whether you're craving fresh produce, artisanal goodies, or a taste of international cuisine, North Market has it all. Go eat, shop, and experience the best of Columbus at North Market – two awesome locations, endless deliciousness! To start planning your visit, head over to northmarket.org.

Hello, Tuesday! Chelsea here.

I can’t believe that we’re already nearing the end of July. Before we know it, summer will be drawing to a close. I’m not trying to rush that, but there is one event happening in the second half of summer that I cannot wait for! I love animals and Asian lantern festivals, so you can imagine my excitement when I heard that both were being combined for a two-month exhibit of hand-crafted animal lanterns at the Zoo. The lanterns look incredible (seriously, how are they so pretty?) and I can’t wait to check it out when it opens.

💻 Columbus Just Faced a Major Cybersecurity Scare – Here’s What Went Down
While the whole world suffered the consequences of an IT issue last week, the City of Columbus was undergoing a separate, serious cybersecurity issue. Here’s what we know so far.

🥾 The Most Breathtakingly Beautiful Hikes In Hocking Hills
There’s never a bad time to explore Hocking Hills. The region has changed so much in the last decade, so if it’s been a while since you’ve made the trip down, I highly recommend visiting this summer. And remember, if you’re hoping to catch some waterfalls in all their glory, visit shortly after it rains!

Headlines 📰 

🚨 Lavash, a Palestinian cafe in Clintonville, was vandalized with racist graffiti over the weekend, but the community has rallied to show their support for the cafe. (Dispatch)

📈 Climate change is altering Lake Erie, from warmer water temperatures that increase the risk of toxic algal blooms to less ice coverage in the winter which can lead to more soil erosion. But Ohio is training a workforce to help. (WOSU)

⚾️ In August 1929, Babe Ruth became the first major league player to hit 500 home runs, and the history-making swing took place here in Ohio. But what about Ohio’s own baseball player’s records? Don’t worry, we’ve got a few legends of our own. (Ohio Memory)

🌧 Weather: 86 and partly sunny, with a chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m.

Sponsored by Columbus Symphony 🎺
Nationwide Picnic with the Pops wouldn’t be the same without the long tradition of welcoming The Best Damn Band in the Land! The summer series ends with an ode to the Buckeyes and the upcoming season, featuring your favorite fight songs and battle cries topped off with fireworks. To purchase your tickets, or for more info, head over to picnicwiththepops.com.

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- Chelsea