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Is it even Halloween without these Columbus-made candies?

Anthony-Thomas freshly prepares chocolates, fudge, and other sweets every day. | Photo via @anthonythomascandy

When it comes to these local candy makers, there are no tricks — just treats. Follow along as we satisfy your sweet tooth with three candy-facturers in Columbus.

Anthony-Thomas Chocolates, Multiple locations

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. + Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

If you love the combination of chocolate + peanut butter from a Reese’s, stock up on buckeyes from this historic candy company that’s been in the city since 1932. Grab a buckeye box to keep at the house, or a 60-count buckeye dispenser with individually wrapped candies.

Pure Imagination Chocolatier, 1205 Grandview Ave.

Hours: Open everyday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Come with me, and you’ll see, a world of pure imagination (and chocolate). Find handmade chocolates + build your own chocolate box with 16 options ranging from raspberry mocha truffle to sea salted caramel. Can’t make it to the store? Let the local candy shop come to you via GrubHub.

Schmidt’s Fudge Haus, 220 S. Kossuth St.

Hours: Open everyday, 12-7 p.m.

From gourmet chocolate to vegan chocolate to sugar-free chocolate, everyone can get a sweet treat at this German Village shop. And, just as its name implies, its signature fudge — with flavors like rocky road — is made in-store, filling the air with delicious smells. This fudge is some of the best you’ll find; just ask Paula Deen who ranked it as the fourth best fudge in all of America.

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Today

Trick or Treat Night | Mon., Oct. 31 | 6 p.m. | Citywide | Free | Parents + kids will be going door-to-door around the city for candy and other Halloween treats. 🍬
Halloween Double Feature Movie Night | Mon., Oct. 31 | 6 p.m. | Forty Deuce, 3959 Brighton Rose Square, Columbus | Free | Watch the family-friendly “Hocus Pocus” at 6 p.m. followed by a screening of “Sinister” intended for adults. 🎥
Punk Rock Karaoke | Mon., Oct. 31 | 7 p.m. | The Spacebar, 2590 N. High St., Columbus | Free | Belt out your favorite emo, punk rock, and alternative music hits. 🎸

Tuesday, November 1

Evenings with Authors: Hanif Abdurraqib | Tue., Nov. 1 | 7-8 p.m. | Columbus Museum of Art, 480 East Broad Street, Columbus | $21.00 - $76.00 | Listen to this award-winning Columbus author give a powerful message on music, race, and equality. 🎤

Wednesday, November 2

Excesss Trivia Wednesdays at Oddfellows Liquor Bar! | Wed., Nov. 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Oddfellows Liquor Bar, 1038 N High St., Columbus | Free | Play Jeopardy-style trivia Wednesdays each + earn prizes for winning.
Poetry Open-Mic | Wed., Nov. 2 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit Street, Columbus | Free | This is a night of expression and vulnerability presented by local poets, writers, and thinkers.

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Weather

65º | Showers | 50% chance of rain

Open

Grace Loves Lace, an Australian-based wedding dress retailer, opened its first Ohio location at 640 N. High St. in the Short North. The new store is the 18th US location + one hour appointments can be made in advance for free. 👰‍♀️ (Columbus Business First)

Real Estate

After the city saw a 20% rise in houses on the market last month, Realtor.com ranked Columbus as the fifth hottest real estate market in the US for September. Per the study, Columbus has a healthy combination of relatively affordable prices and valuable homes with a high demand for living spaces. 🏘

Closed

Aangan India Bistro is now closed, but is eyeing a possible return at new location elsewhere in the city. According to reports, the restaurant is reviewing possible locations on Morse Road or in Grandview. (614now)

Edu

Katie Smith, one of the most decorated Buckeye athletes in all of OSU sports, will serve as the university’s commencement speaker this fall. Katie played for the women’s basketball team where she earned a spot in the OSU Hall of Fame + Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. (The Columbus Dispatch)

Number

30. That’s how many years its been since Bexley-born author R.L. Stein released the popular “Goosebumps” series. With 330+ titles, the chilling children’s series is the second best-selling book series of all-time — only trailing “Harry Potter.” 📚 (The Columbus Dispatch)

Travel

How does Scott’s Cheap Flights work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and Scott’s will notify you when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a $300+ round trip to Bermuda). 🌴*

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Where to game out in Columbus, Ohio

Get transported back to the 70s + 80s at 16-Bit. | Photo by CBUStoday

As the weather cools off, there are still plenty of ways to stay entertained beyond binge-watching Netflix. We recommend a game night, and these local spots are perfect for plugging in with retro + modern options alike.

16-Bar + Arcade, Multiple locations
Get ready to be taken back to the 70s + 80s at 16-Bit as you’ll be playing on free classic arcade consoles with games like Ms. Pac-Man, Defender, and Galaga. Etch your names into high score history with these consoles

Belong Gaming Arena, 8735 Lyra Dr.
Do you have a student who loves games like Rocket League, Fortnite, or Call of Duty? Check out this e-gaming arena in Polaris where gamers can book a session by the hour + play on high-tech computers complete with headsets for voice chat.

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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Mitch.

Editor’s pick: Whenever I see “Goosebumps,” I always think of renting VHS tapes of it from the library. Did younger me ever finish them? That’s a question and answer for another day.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Here are how Taylor Swift lyrics from her new album relate to Columbus.

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