Wednesday, September 18, 2024

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Chelsea Wiley
September 18, 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, Wednesday! Chelsea here.

Before we know it, the leaves will be falling all around us. While some trees have already begun to change, we’re nowhere near peak fall foliage yet. The drought could definitely impact the vibrancy of the colors this autumn, but there are still plenty of gorgeous spots around the city to get out and enjoy the change of seasons. Have fun exploring Columbus, my friends. We’ve got too many fantastic parks to stay home through leaf-peeping season!

🏈 Where To Watch Your Favorite NFL Teams In Columbus
With a bustling sports bar scene, you’ll never have to miss a touchdown—or the chance to argue with the guy next to you about a bad call. Plus, you’ll probably get to see Taylor Swift, and that’s always a great time in my book!

❤️ The Festival For Good 2024 Is The Feel-Good Event You’ve Been Waiting For
This annual festival brings together Central Ohio businesses that aren’t just about making money—they’re all about helping the community. We’ve got all the details, including how you can enter to win $100 in festival cash.

Headlines 📰 

🇺🇸 Ohio’s Supreme Court upheld most of the controversial Issue 1 ballot summary but ordered a quick rewrite of key sections. With election deadlines looming, Ohio officials are rushing to finalize it this week. (WOSU)

🦄 Looking for a new way to let loose? Ecstatic Dance Columbus at the Church of the Sparkling Unicorn invites you to move, express, and connect without judgment. It’s a whole vibe—where self-discovery and community meet on the dance floor. (Columbus Monthly)

At a recent City of Worthington council meeting, anonymous speakers used the public comment period to deliver disturbing antisemitic remarks. The hateful comments sparked outrage among leaders and residents, raising concerns about the city's response.

☀️ Weather: 84 and mostly sunny

Sponsored by PromoWest 🎸
No one does live music in Columbus quite like PromoWest. They’ve got some fantastic shows coming up, including Jack White, Cold War Kids, Doc Robinson, 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