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👕 Rag-O replacements

The big haul: Shop, swap, and save at 20+ local resellers in Columbus
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Street parking is available on both sides of N. 4th Street for The Loop Vintage. | Photo via Google Maps
We still aren’t over the sudden closure of Rag-O-Rama. And in light of that, we did what we know best: Search all corners of Columbus for alternate options. Here’s what we’ve found.
  • Deja Vu Resale Boutique, 11 N. State St. | Shop this Westerville women’s clothing store that updates its offerings each season.
  • Eclectiques Antique Mall, 3265 N. High St. | Get lost in this winding basement that is full of different vendors offering vintage clothes, decor, home goods, and furniture.
  • Eclectic Fashion Alternatives, 3139 N. High St. | Pick up high-end menswear like suits, pants, and dress shoes.
  • Flower Child Vintage, 233 E. 5th Ave. | Pick up outfits ranging from the early 1960s to the late 1990s, plus vintage home decor and furniture.
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Flower Child Vintage recently moved to this location on W. 5th Avenue. | Photo via Google Maps

  • The Loop Vintage, 1559 N. 4th St. | Find a wide variety of sports merch, workwear, and sneakers.
  • Pink Door Resale, 329 W. Bridge St. | Buy + sell women’s clothing at this Dublin-based boutique.
  • One More Time Consignment, 1521 W. 5th Ave. | This store has been in CBUS since 1975, offering gently used clothes.
  • Second Chances Consignment Boutique, 1803 W. 5th Ave. | Find upscale women’s clothing at this Grandview-based boutique.
  • Smartypants Vintage, 815 N. High St. | Shop a curated selection of vintage clothes that are more geared towards women.
  • Sole Stop, Multiple locations | Buy and sell high-end sneakers like Jordan or Nike, with locations at Polaris Fashion Place and Tuttle Crossing Mall.
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Find vintage sports threads, including NFL, NBA, and NASCAR, at this Polaris shop. | Photo via @stashhouse614

  • Street 2 Vintage, 796 Parsons Ave. | Browse colorful sweaters, worn-in workwear, and other threads from the 1990s.
  • Stash House, 1500 Polaris Pkwy. | This store is located on the upper level near Macy’s and offers a wide variety of clothes from the 1990s-2000s. We love the selection of sportswear, ranging from vintage Buckeye gear to old school WWE graphic T-shirts.
  • Uptown Cheapskate, Multiple locations | This donation-based store has four locations with trendy clothes and accessories that are new or lightly worn.
Did we miss your favorite market, shop, or pop-up? Send it our way and we’ll add it to the list.
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Events
Friday, Jan. 12
  • Karaoke Night | Friday, Jan. 12 | 9 p.m. | The Kee, 225 Neilston St., Downtown | Free | Bring your friends for a night of singing + mixed drinks.
Saturday, Jan. 13
  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Seattle Kraken | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $60-$315 | The Kraken enter this game as a rising squad in the Western Conference.
Sunday, Jan. 14
  • Darren Fleet | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 7 p.m. | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Ctr., Easton | $32 | Spend an evening with this rising comedian who boasts 1+ million Instagram followers.
Monday, Jan. 15
  • MLK Day Open House | Monday, Jan. 15 | 12-4 p.m. | Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave., Columbus | Free | Commemorate the life and cultural impacts of Martin Luther King Jr. at this event co-hosted by King Arts Complex.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Discount Fashion Warehouse is opening a new location at 1824 W. Henderson Rd. today at 10 a.m. This is the seventh store in CBUS and 17th total store in Ohio, which was originally created by Ohio State University graduates. (Columbus Business First)
Plan Ahead
  • A total solar eclipse will happen on Monday, April 8 + local groups are planning watch parties. The monumental event is expected to bring in thousands of out-of-state visitors, so don’t wait around and let this moment pass by. (The Columbus Dispatch)
Announced
  • Marvin Harrison Jr., the decorated Buckeye wide receiver, has declared for the 2024 NFL Draft. Many experts consider Harrison Jr. the best prospect in the draft, making him a projected No. 3 overall pick on many mock boards.
Try This
  • The first Franklinton Friday of 2024 is tonight at 6 p.m. in the Franklinton Arts District. Explore local art galleries like Chromedge and 400 West Rich + grab dinner and drinks at local restaurants.
Sports
  • Columbus Fury inked a partnership with Mount Carmel Health Systems, making it the first local healthcare group to support the professional volleyball team. Fury’s first-ever season starts Thursday, Jan. 25 on the road against Grand Rapids.
Biz
  • Amazon will lay off nearly 300 central Ohioans after failing to extend a contract with GDI Services, a janitorial service. As a result, the West Jefferson plant will lose 142 employees, the Rossford plant will lose 95 employees, and the New Albany plant will lose 42 employees. (NBC4)
Finance
  • 2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*
Health
  • Anxiety can make every day a challenge. Connect with a therapist on BetterHelp + take the first step towards a calmer mind. Save 25% with BetterHelp’s New Year offer.*
Eat

💸 Show us the money

“Dinner Dollars” program offers discounts at downtown restaurants
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Goodwood opened in the Arena District in 2021. | Photo via Goodwood Brewing
What’s better than eating local? Eating local, and saving money.

Enter: Dinner Dollars, a new program offering a $10 discount at select downtown restaurants on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout winter. It officially kicks off on Wednesday, Jan. 17 and ends Thursday, March 28.

Discount vouchers are available from 4 to 5 p.m. at:
  • Lazarus Building, 50 W. Town St.
  • Capital Crossroads & Discovery SIDs, 23 N. 4th St.
  • Experience Columbus Visitor Center, 277 W. Nationwide Blvd., No. 125
Most importantly, tons of great local restaurants are participating, and vouchers can be used on both dine-in and take-out orders. Here are some recommendations:
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Mitch
From the editor
Happy Friday, CBUS. I finally forced myself back into the gym this week, and I have to say, I’m glad I did it. If you are like me and need that extra push, consider this your sign. Throw on a good podcast series (I recommend “The Wedding Scammer”) and get moving.
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