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Springing into the weekend

City Editor Hanna’s guide to a spring weekend in Columbus, OH

Shop for fresh flowers and plants at the Clintonville Farmers' Market | Photo via @clintonvillefarmersmarket

The Clintonville Farmers Market starts Saturday, April 29. | Photo via @clintonvillefarmersmarket

Spring has sprung, and we have some suggestions on what it takes to create the best spring-filled weekend.

💐 Fresh flowers

If you’re anything like City Editor Hanna, you love keeping fresh flowers around the house — especially in the springtime. Shop local bouquets at shops like Market Blooms (located inside the North Market Downtown) or April’s Flowers and Gifts.

Bonus: Fresh flowers and plants are also available at many local farmers markets, including The Dublin Market and the Clintonville Farmers Market, which will both open in the coming weeks.

🏃‍♀️ Get outdoors

Spring is Hanna’s favorite season to exercise outside since the weather is just right and the scenery is beautiful. She enjoys jogging the stairs outside of COSI along the Scioto Mile, the challenge course at Glacier Ridge, and renting a CoGo bike to hit the Olentangy Trail.

City Editor Hanna hosting a Clippers game | Photo via CBUStoday — City Editor Hanna hosting a Clippers game. | Photo by CBUStoday

⚾ Catch a ball game

Springtime is the start of baseball season, and Hanna always recommends going out to the ballpark. Not only is the Clippers season packed with promotional fun for fans, but Ohio State baseball and softball games are also in full swing. The OSU baseball team has a handful of home games every single week until Saturday, May 20 when they finish with a battle against TTUN.

Bonus: You’ll find Hanna at most home Clippers games on the jumbotron with a microphone — and she’d love to say hi.

🍽️ Grab a bite

No matter the season, Hanna feels no weekend is complete without a great meal. She suggests trying a food hall, like Budd Dairy or Bubbly Hall (which just opened Thursday, April 13) because with a variety of options, there’s a meal for everyone.

Bonus: If the weather cooperates, there’s plenty of outside seating available at both spots.

Events

Friday, April 14

Joywave | Friday, April 14 | 6 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St., Campus | $27.50-$55 | Listen to the indie rock band out of Rochester, New York.

Saturday, April 15

Birds & Brews | Saturday, April 15 | 12-4 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co., 424 W. Town St., Columbus | Free | Hold and take photos with rescued ducks from Longbottom Bird Ranch.
Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball vs. University of Maryland Terrapins | Saturday, April 15 | 2 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr., Campus | $8-$11

Sunday, April 16

Spring + Summer Shopping Event | Sunday, April 16 | 6 p.m. | Rhea Lana’s North Columbus, 1320 Polaris Pkwy., Polaris | $0-$20 | Browse 120,000+ repurposed items from clothes to bedding to electronics.

Monday, April 17

Adult Writing Workshops | Monday, April 17 | 6-8 p.m. | Thurber House, 77 Jefferson Ave., Columbus | $50 | Attend virtually or in-person and learn tips and tricks for getting started as a writer.
Taproom Sunday Sessions | Sunday, April 16 | 3-4 p.m. | Wolf’s Ridge Brewing, 215 N. 4th St., Columbus | Free | Listen to live music from Jillian Miglich while you sip on a brew.

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Life should be a balance of adventure and relaxation — not finances. Enter: Working with a financial advisor. But choosing the wrong one could potentially wreak havoc on your retirement and investments.

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News Notes

Development

Crews will break ground today on the $110 million Hilliard Recreation and Wellness Center. The community space will feature medical services in a partnership with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Additionally, there will be fields, turfs, a track, activity and lap pools, event rooms, and dance studios. (The Columbus Dispatch)
A 15-story apartment tower has been proposed to replace downtown buildings from 171 to 191 S. High St. In addition to 200 apartment units, ground-floor retail and a 200+ space parking garage was also in the proposal plans. (Columbus Business First)

Transit

COTA is seeking public feedback as they make service improvements from now through 2027. Take this online survey to share your thoughts on how COTA can better serve the community.

Open

Chophouse614, which was formerly Urban Chophouse, is reopening today for the third time with an updated menu, decor, and another new name. Now branded as Santos, the Short North restaurant at 1079 N. High St. is available for reservations.

Sports

The local Pro Volleyball Federation team has been named Columbus Fury and will play at Nationwide Arena for the 2024 inaugural season beginning in February. You can also find the team logo here, which is described as “a strong and athletic persona, going to battle for Columbus.”

Outdoors

Don’t forget to check the Spring Blooms Report from Franklin Park Conservatory to find what’s currently in bloom at the Conservatory. This week, you can find tulips, redbuds, crabapples, and pansies among other flowers.

Shop

It’s shower season, and it’s time to celebrate the soon-to-be parents in your life. From onesies to burp cloths, our online store (Six & Main) has all the essentials for new parents. Shop for the bundle of joy now.

Today Is

National Gardening Day. Treat yourself to a new gardening set — complete with five essential tools, gloves, a mister, and a durable tote bag. Don’t forget the seeds. This kit comes with vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. If space is tight, grab this vertical planter + some highly-rated potting mix.

Arts

🎸 This show gets two thumbs up

Progressive rock show “Hand to Hand” takes over COSI

The free show was created in 2019. | Photo by @squonk_official

COSI will be in good hands on Saturday, May 6 when it hosts the “Hand to Hand” show.

The concert, which is free + open to the public, features progressive rock music with guitars, drums, and an organ — but this isn’t a typical show. The stage is set with two giant purple hands used as props that are movable with detachable thumbs that can even play guitars.

The audience will be encouraged to get involved, and will even have the opportunity to move the puppet strings on the hands to go along with the music.

The show is appropriate for all ages, and if you’re wondering what to expect, you can catch the highlight video here.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Hanna

From the editor

Happy Friday, CBUStoday friends. Per my spring weekend guide, mine usually consists of good food and a sporting event. This weekend is no different, as I’m heading to Marcella’s for happy hour tonight and the spring game tomorrow to cheer on the Buckeyes.

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