Wednesday, October 30, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
October 30, 2024

Sponsored by Columbus Children’s Theatre 🎭
Get ready for an unforgettable theater experience as Next to Normal takes the stage at Columbus Children’s Theatre! Running through November 10, 2024, this Pulitzer Prize-winning musical explores family, crisis, and mental illness with an emotional, powerful score. To get your tickets, click here.

Hello, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

Ready to set sail for a Halloween spectacle like no other? A local high schooler has transformed his yard into a pirate adventure drawing serious attention, complete with towering skeletons, a 20-foot ship, and a few surprises that only true Halloween fanatics could pull off. If you think you’ve seen it all when it comes to Halloween displays, Peyton Maxstead’s home haunt might just change your mind. Seriously, how impressive is this?

🍺 Taft’s Brewing Co. Has Closed Its Franklinton Brewpourium For Good
Cincinnati-based Taft’s Brewing has closed up shop here in Columbus. The closure was abrupt, but the Brewpourium shared the most heartfelt social media post about both their patrons and their staff who need to find new jobs.

🐸 The 11 Most Bizarre Cryptids And Monsters From Ohio
Calling all monster hunters! Ohio has some very interesting mythological creatures that have made their way into our local legends. Sure, we’ve all heard of Bigfoot, but how familiar are you with the Minerva Monster, Bessie, or the terrifying Dogman?

🍬 Trick Or Treat Has Been Moved Up For Some Central Ohio Communities
With inclement weather expected on Thursday, some communities have made the decision to move Trick-or-Treat up to tonight.

🍻 This Craft Beer And Burger Joint In Dublin Has Closed Permanently
After over a decade in business, a popular Dublin bar known for having over 100 beers on tap has closed unexpectedly and permanently.

Headlines 📰 

🧑‍🍳 A new Bexley program is swapping the classroom for the kitchen, giving students hands-on experience to build confidence, resilience, and social skills. Through cooking, Kitchen of Life helps kids learn teamwork and decision-making—and they’re loving it. (NBC4)

🇺🇸 In the face of cyber threats and misinformation, some voters are concerned about election security. Here’s what Ohio officials are doing to keep the state’s elections safe and secure this year. (WOSU)

🚦 Starting Nov. 12, Front Street and Marconi Boulevard will open to two-way traffic, making getting around easier. This $14.4 million upgrade includes fresh sidewalks, lighting, and pedestrian-friendly crossings. (Dispatch)

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Sponsored by Short North Stage 🎭
Join the fun at the thrilling 7th year of The Rocky Horror Show at the Garden Theatre! Experience wild characters, rock songs, and unforgettable dances through November 2, 2024. If you’re shivering with antici…pation, you can head over to shortnorthstage.org for more information!

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🧡 Did you know that the Columbus Museum of Art has a community ofrenda? Through November 3, visitors can honor loved ones by adding a photo, memento, or word to this special altar, crafted by artist Renee Zamora. Part of CMA’s Día de los Muertos celebration, the ofrenda is just one of the ways the museum invites you to connect and remember. Don’t miss their Community Day on November 3, with performances, art-making, and more!

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- Chelsea