Meet new people through these local clubs and leagues
Meet fellow business professionals in Columbus. | Photo by marked.imagery
Whether you’re new to Columbus or a seasoned local wanting to make new friends, here are groups you can join to put yourself out there.
🚶 If you walk the walk
These walking clubs have scheduled meet-ups and routes:
Columbus Girls Who Walk
This group has 550+ women members who meet for monthly walks, happy hours, and coffee dates.
German Village Walking Club
This walking group gets together every Saturday at 8 a.m. at the Schiller Statue in German Village’s Schiller Park for a 3-5 mile loops.
Walk with a Doc
These walks resume in April at locations throughout Columbus. Stroll different parks with other members of the community and chat with local doctors along the way.
Schiller Park is perfectly scenic for strolling. | Photo by CBUStoday
💼 If you mean business
Learn and grow from like-minded individuals in the business world through these organizations:
Columbus Young Professionals Club
Ages 25-34 can enjoy social gatherings, business networking opportunities, recreational sports, and leadership development.
Emotional Intelligence + Members & Mimosas | Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Panacea Luxury Spa, 2130 Quarry Trails Dr., Ste. 300, Upper Arlington | $20-$35 | Learn about self-regulation and social skills at this class led by Mary Rauchenstein, chief encouragement officer of Leadership Edge Solutions.
Wednesday, Feb. 21
Mixology Class | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium, 440 W. Broad St., Franklinton | $65 | Make and enjoy two cocktails, plus take the recipe card home with you.
Chocolate Hazelnut Donuts | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Mitchell Hall, 250 Cleveland Ave., Columbus | $79 | Learn to make donuts from scratch in this class led by baker and food blogger Autumn LeAnn.
Thursday, Feb. 22
Burna Boy | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $50-$250 | The Nigerian singer will take the stage to perform hits like “Like to Party.”
Succulent Planting Party | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 6:30-8 p.m. | BrewDog, 463 W. Town St., Franklinton | $35 | Create a succulent arrangement with supplies and instructions provided.
Friday, Feb. 23
Sneaker Soiree 2024 | Friday, Feb. 23 | 6-10 p.m. | The Fives Columbus, 550 Reach Blvd., Columbus | $55-$80 | Wear your best sneakers for cocktails, a fitness wear fashion show, and a dance party.
Say bye-bye to dry skin with our list of skincare products. | Photo provided by Six & Main
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Clean your face with the Purifying Face Wash by Roosevelt Supply Co. With added organic fruit extracts and activated charcoal, you’re sure to clean off the toughest dirt and grime without being harsh on your skin.
Exfoliate your skin using the Las Flores | Mini Hydrate + Brighten Duo, which is a powerful formula by Esteli that gently exfoliates and nourishes, leaving your skin looking and feeling refreshed.
The Butcher Shop Fitness — a full-body, low impact fitness studio — is opening a third location in Grandview at 828 Grandview Ave. The studio is expected to open this summer. (Columbus Business First)
Health
The Robert F. Wolfe and Edgar T. Wolfe Foundation made one of the largest donations to date to the OSU Wexner Medical Center — $50 million. The donation will go towards the new inpatient tower, which is slated to open in 2026. (10TV)
Eat
Anthony O’Connell — a food blogger behind the Instagram account “614feast” — rounded up his top five Black-owned restaurants for Black History Month. His list includes Marlow’s Cheesesteaks, Creole 2 Geaux, Steph’s Way, Preston’s: A Burger Joint, and Hoyo’s Kitchen. (614now)
Civic
Today is the last day to register to vote for Ohio’s March primary election. Early voting begins tomorrow, and you can find your early voting polling location by using the provided map to click on your county.
Asked
We have some ties, so don’t forget to cast your votes on how City Editor Hanna should spend her leap day this year. She’ll do exactly as you, the readers, say.
Listen
Spring training is underway, and you might be wondering which Cleveland Guardians players will start the year in Columbus with the Clippers. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cleveland Guardians with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Travel
A friendly reminder to book spring + summer vacations (they’re just around the corner). Looking for privacy? This beachfront Bahamas cottage is perfect for two. Prefer the mountains? Book this newly built Gatlinburg, TN cabin. Want beach time? Walk to St. Simons, GA’s shore from this Vrbo that’s also a treehouse.*
Try This
✨ Animals of the past light the night
The Columbus Zoo is unveiling a new after-hours experience
The Columbus Zoo is unveiling a limited-time, after-hours experience called “UNEXTINCT,” which will be centered around threatened and extinct animals. No monkey business, here’s what to expect.
🦦 The details
Be prepared to watch 70 extinct animals come to life with colorful displays as you walk through specialized lighting and immersive pathways. Plus, the Zoo shared that:
In addition to entertainment, this all-ages pop-up provides educational value about conservation.
This event will be in action on select days in March and April only, so grab tickets to see it before it’s gone.
There will be an LED-lit bar offering cocktails + a s’mores experience.
🎟️ Securing tickets
Tickets are on sale now for all available dates, with opening day being Thursday, March 14.
Tickets start at $17+ for members and $25+ for non-members.
Bonus: Friday, April 12 will be an adults-only night, where guests must be 21+ and all tickets are $18+.
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I’m heading to the Downtown Disco at The Bluestone this weekend, and tickets are still available. Plus, my favorite local DJ — DJ Leek — will be providing the 70s music all night.
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