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Culture

A kid’s perfect day in Columbus
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The COSI Planetarium is the largest in Ohio. | Photo by @cosiscience
Sorry, but — NO ADULTS ALLOWED — this one is for the kids. Grown-up, please hand this over to your little one. Got it, kiddo? Let’s plan a family day together. Here’s a fun schedule for you to try.

Morning

Be a chef and cook breakfast for the adults at home. The night before, ask your family to choose from one of these recipes. Don’t be afraid to ask for help if any of the instructions seem confusing.

While you eat, talk about your plan for the day. Ask your family to help you prepare a backpack with things you’ll need. We suggest bringing:

🍫 Plenty of snacks like granola bars
💧 A water bottle
🧢 A hat

If you have time before heading to lunch, play at a playground like Amberleigh Community Park, or browse parent reviews on other local playgrounds.

Afternoon

For lunch, head to Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace for hot dogs, mac and cheese, and French fries. After you’ve filled your belly, spend the afternoon exploring COSI. Bonus: The “Barbie” exhibit opens Wednesday, Oct. 4.

Evening

Wrap up the day with a family dinner. Head to one of our local farmers markets to pick out foods you can make together. Over dinner, talk about everything you did today. Ask questions like:

🧠 What was something new you learned?
🤡 What was something funny that happened?
👀 What would we do differently if we did that again?
👍 What do you definitely want to do again? (And again and again…)

Grown-ups — send us more family-friendly recommendations and we may just feature them in an upcoming newsletter.
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Events
Monday, Sept. 11
  • Poppies at Sunset | Monday, Sept. 11 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Pinot’s Palette, 691 N. High St., Ste. 101, Short North | $39 | Paint a colorful floral scene in this class led by a local expert.
Tuesday, Sept. 12
  • Tuesday Tastings | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Bubbly Food Hall, 6065 Central College Rd., New Albany | Free | Sample and learn about a variety of wines with hors d’oeuvres provided.
Wednesday, Sept. 13
  • Science Trivia with COSI | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Land-Grant Brewing Co., 424 W. Town St., Franklinton | Free | Test your knowledge for the chance to win tickets to the next COSI After Dark event.
Thursday, Sept. 14
  • Landscape Craft Event | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Mimi’s Cafe, 1428 Polaris Parkway, Columbus | $44 | Personalize a pressed resin landscape with flowers, seashells, sea glass, sand, or pebbles.
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Seasonal

📅 Add to cal: Scioto Fest 2023
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Sit back and enjoy nature at Scioto Fest this fall. | Photo by Liz Christian
The outdoor lovers-approved festival is back for another year.

Happening Friday, Sept. 15-Saturday, Sept. 16 (5-11 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday) at Scioto Audubon Metro Park, Scioto Fest has something for everyone. Think: climbing, kayaking, camping, s’mores making + more.

See the full festival schedule and start planning which activities you’ll want to participate in. And don’t forget to bring your family and friends to the fest.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Asuka Ramen, an Japanese restaurant, will open at 7541 Sawmill Rd. near Dublin. An exact opening date was not disclosed, but the restaurant noted construction should be completed in roughly three weeks. Once opened, expect ramen, hibachi, and other Japanese favorites. (614now)
Shop
  • Grab a drink, a meal, and a t-shirt all in one place thanks to the new Homage Bar at Graduate Columbus. This new spot opened over the weekend, offering breakfast, cocktails, and a variety of Ohio-themed merch.
Show
  • You’re going to want a front row seat to this SmackDown, brother. Nationwide Arena will host WWE SmackDown on Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m.
Sports
  • The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated Youngstown State in a blowout on Saturday. The scarlet and gray faithful will be back on their home turf Saturday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. to play Western Kentucky. Tickets are available starting at $39.
Plan Ahead
  • The Columbus Air Show is set to return on Friday, June 14-Sunday, June 16, 2024 at Rickenbacker International Airport. The show, which is done by the US Air Force Thunderbirds, will be the aerial actors’ first local performance since 2007.
Real Estate
  • What would you do if you owned this 200,000-sqft former office building in New Albany? That’s the big question on our minds after it was purchased for $7.9 million by a local firm. Reports indicate the new owners are planning “significant upgrades.” (Columbus Business First)
History

Get street smart

15 historic street names in Columbus
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This OSU campus intersection is a reminder that Columbus remains a football city. | Photo by Kevin Payravi, Wikimedia Commons
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The city of Columbus was incorporated in 1816, and now that 200+ years have passed, the city and its streets are chock-full of vibrant history.

It’s safe to say that over the years, the city has been touched by countless historical figures and happenings — many of which have shaped the names of Columbus’ buildings, parks, and streets.

University District

Many streets that comprise The Ohio State University’s campus are named after influential people or events.

John H. Herrick Drive — named after John Henry Herrick, who dedicated his career to developing Ohio State’s campus.

Dublin

Here’s how some of the most prominent Dublin streets earned their names:

Sells Alley — named after John Sells, who worked with surveyor John Shields to map the land of what is now Dublin. Sells allowed Shields to name the land, and he named it after his birthplace of Dublin, Ireland.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
It was so exciting to be back in the Shoe for a Buckeye win on Saturday. Be sure to watch our highlights from the game.
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