Tuesday, May 21, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
May 21, 2024

Sponsored by Short North Stage ✌️🎭
Get ready to groove with "Hair" at Short North Stage! Back by popular demand, the hit production returns to the Garden this spring. Dive into the psychedelic era with timeless anthems like “Aquarius,” “Let the Sunshine In,” and “Good Morning, Starshine.” Experience the magic of the hippie generation with a stellar cast, dazzling special effects, and a few unexpected surprises. Don't miss this iconic musical celebration! 🎭✨ Running from May 9 to June 9. Get your tickets now! 

Hello, Tuesday! Chelsea here.

I love exploring. I don’t even necessarily need a destination, but I’ll admit that there are some fun ones that make the trip totally worth it. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious traveler, or simply looking for an interesting road trip destination, Ohio’s monuments offer a fascinating glimpse into history and heritage. From tributes to famous individuals to commemorations of significant events, here are 14 must-see monuments in Ohio that stand out.

P.S. If there are any Doctor Who fans in here, be warned, there’s a weeping angel statue ahead! Don’t blink. 😉

Navigator Feature Story: 🧐 14 Unique And Unusual Monuments Around Ohio

🌱 Explore 80-Acres Of Fun At The First-Ever Stargazer Cannabis Music Festival
The festival will feature a variety of activities and attractions to keep you entertained and immersed in the experience, from live music to swimming holes to markets.

🌳 The Most Magical Columbus Metro Park Isn’t In Columbus At All
From the crystal clear water to the gorgeous foothills, this metro park is one-of-a-kind. Here’s what you need to know about one of the prettiest parks around.

Headlines 📰 

👑 There’s a new reality show all about royalty, and it’s filmed right here in Columbus. The show premiered last week and features the descendants of Ghanaian royalty who moved here about 25 years ago. (Axios)

🐯 The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is holding a special accessibility event for the blind, deaf, and deafblind. You can get all of the details about this incredible event here. (ABC6)

📰 Normally, we’d love to see Columbus mentioned in national publications. But the attention our city is getting for abundant gun violence isn’t exactly what I had in mind. (New York Times)

🌤 Weather: 89 and mostly sunny

Sponsored by PromoWest 🎸
No one does live music in Columbus quite like PromoWest. They’ve got some fantastic shows coming up in 2024, including Chappell Roan, The Avett Brothers, and more. To see what’s on the calendar, or to grab tickets to a show, head over to promowestlive.com.

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- Chelsea