Aquarius: Old North | Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Pisces: Westerville | Feb. 19-March 20

Aries: Downtown | March 21-April 19

• Russell Reserve’s Summer Smoke Out | Wednesday, Aug. 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Lumin Columbus, 517 Park St., Columbus | $23 | Experience the rich flavors of bourbon paired with expertly crafted smoked dishes.

• Date Night and Karaoke | Thursday, Aug. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Bubbly Hall, 6065 Central College Rd., New Albany | Free | Sip glasses of wine with your partner and sing your heart out to popular hits.

• ZOOlentangy 2023 | Friday, Aug. 11 | 6-10 p.m. | Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell | $125 | Join the Columbus Zoo for an evening of giraffe feedings, animal encounters, and great food while supporting Olentangy Local Schools.

• Yoga at Bridge Park | Saturday, Aug. 12 | 9-10 a.m. | Riverside Crossing Park Plaza, 6635 Riverside Dr., Dublin | Free | This outdoor class is led by certified yoga instructor, Lynn Catron.

• Free Art Sundays | Sunday, Aug. 13 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St., Columbus | Free | Families come together to make, create, and collaborate on an art project + snacks are available.

• Polls are closed and votes are tallied — the 2023 Special Election is officially finished. Dive into the results.

• Delany’s Diner, a popular Westerville-based restaurant, is opening its new Grandview location on Monday, Aug. 14 inside the former Marshall’s Restaurant space. This is the local diner’s fourth location, and the newest one offers an additional bar serving upscale cocktails + craft beer. (614now)

• Downtown Columbus is back to host another free kayaking day on Saturday, Aug. 12 after the first even exceeded expectations. A total of 400 wristbands will be distributed on a first come, first served basis starting at 12:45 p.m. The local group asks that visitors do not start lining up until after 12:15 p.m.

• The Franklin County Auditor’s website can now give residents a rough estimate of the value of their home. New home values were posted yesterday and showed that prices rose by 41% since the last update in 2020. (The Columbus Dispatch)

• The 2024 Memorial Golf Tournament has been moved back a week to Monday, June 3-Sunday, June 9 at the Muirfield Village Golf Club. Additionally, the list of golfers has been trimmed down to roughly 80, compared to last year’s 120+ competitors. (Columbus Business First)

• A new apartment complex with 280 units was proposed on Troy Road near US 23. These plans were initially approved by the Delaware Planning Commission and now face the full City Council. (NBC4)

• MANSCAPED’s annual Summer Sale is back. Take advantage of 20% off + free shipping site-wide to save big on their best-selling electric trimmers, premium grooming kits, and UltraPremium formulations. Activate your discount here.*

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Near the city

• Dublin Springs Park, 6965 Fallen Timbers Dr. | 20-minute drive | Float your way along the namesake of Riverside Drive as you view downtown Dublin + the surrounding Bridge Park area. Sunrise Kayaking offers tours, too.

Take a day trip

• Alum Creek State Park, 3615 S. Old State Rd. | 30-minute drive | This lake offers calm waters for first-timers + easy entry and exit if you park at the small boat dock off of SR 36.

• The latest Kindle model — the Kindle Paperwhite — boasts a glare-free display, warm light options for night, and is waterproof from the beach to the bath.

• The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene: Lume whole body deodorant. Free of aluminum or baking soda, it offers odor protection anywhere and everywhere.

• The 2023 Etsy Design Award Winners are here. Check out extraordinary, imaginative items including cactus leather bags, whimsical dandelion lamps, and donut mugs.

• Want to give your pup a paw-sitive surprise? Spoil them with treats from Botanical Bones – guaranteed to fit any pup’s personality.