📍 When + where

🧚‍♂️ What to expect

• Enjoy an immersive show with singing, dancing, and surprises for the crowd.
• Play interactive games like hook toss and solving mysteries.
• Sip on themed cocktails like the Smoking Fish Bowl (which is great to share and will actually be smoking) and a Tinker Bell Twist. Plus, mocktails are also available at every show.
• Try photo opportunities with light-up Tinker Bell wings, a tiki bar, and a jail cell.

🎤 The local impact

🎟️ Grab tickets

• Hawaiian Cuisine with Sheldon Simeon | Tuesday, March 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus | $10-$12 | Learn about Hawaiian cuisine from this award-winning chef and cookbook author.
• Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball vs. Wright State Raiders | Tuesday, March 21 | 6 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr., Campus | $8-$11

• RESCUEDohio Beer Release Party & Fundraiser | Wednesday, March 22 | 5-8 p.m. | Sideswipe Brewing, 2415 Scioto Harper Dr., Columbus | Free | Enjoy an exclusive beer release, Fetty’s Street Food, and giveaways.

• Kane Brown - Drunk or Dreaming Tour | Thursday, March 23 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $55-$133 | Catch the country star live with hits like “One Thing Right” and “Heaven.”
• BOOZY BEE! Spelling Bee at Sotto Terra | Thursday, March 23 | 8-11 p.m. | Sotto Terra, 610 Neil Ave., Columbus | $10 | This adult spelling bee contest has a $100 grand prize.

• Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New York Islanders | Friday, March 24 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $48-$295

• 55º | Partly cloudy | 10% chance of rain

• Mayor Andrew Ginther will hold the 2023 Columbus State of the City today at 12 p.m. to discuss city accomplishments and plans to move forward. Tune in live on Facebook and YouTube, or watch the full address on the city’s website upon conclusion.

• The former Bob Evans at 2199 Riverside Dr. in Upper Arlington is getting a new life as a Goldfish Swim School, which provides swimming lessons for kids. The 75-ft pool is expected to be placed soon and open later this year. Pre-registration is available now. (Columbus Business First)

• Columbus City Schools are seeking a new superintendent, and applications officially open Monday, March 27 and close Friday, April 21. The new superintendent is intended to start by next school year. Apply or give community input online. (NBC4)

• The Columbus Zoo is hosting a sensory-friendly, “quiet hours” experience with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, April 2 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Make a reservation in advance + be sure to pick up a sensory kit with items like a fidget spinner and noise-canceling headphones from guest services. (10TV)

• Art in Bloom is happening at the Columbus Museum of Art from Thursday, April 27-Sunday, April 30. Browse museum collections enhanced by flowers, take unique classes like making floral fashion accessories, and learn about potting and flower arrangements through demonstrations.

• Jackson Browne, a Grammy-nominated rock singer who co-wrote “Take It Easy” by the Eagles, is coming to Palace Theatre on Saturday, June 3. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 24 at 10 a.m. (The Columbus Dispatch)

• Ohio State women’s basketball will advance to the Sweet 16 + keep dancing. The Buckeyes defeated North Carolina 71-69 last night thanks to a game-winning shot from Jacy Sheldon. Watch them in action again in Seattle on Saturday, March 25.
• Ohio State football has begun their spring practices, with Kyle McCord and Devin Brown battling for the starting quarterback position. Grab tickets to watch the Buckeyes in action during the spring game on Saturday, April 15 at 12 p.m. in Ohio Stadium.

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