03.08.2024

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🚢 Don’t miss the boat

COSI’s new Titantic-themed exhibit opens in Columbus

This educational experience is intended for all ages. | Photos via COSI

You don’t need to travel to the North Atlantic Ocean to visit the Titanic wreckage, and we wouldn’t recommend it anyways.

Instead, we suggest stopping by COSI to visit its newest experience, “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition.” This safe, immersive, and educational experience opens tomorrow and is on display until Monday, Sept. 2. We are shipping out the details right here.

Setting sail

This exhibition places visitors as passengers on the historic ship. Throughout the experience, they will see 200+ artifacts that were respectfully recovered from the wreck site with full-scale recreations. This ranges from artwork to debris; photos to spoken word history; and models of the malevolent iceberg.

CBUStoday COSI Titanic iceberg — Visitors will be able to touch a replica of the iceberg that sunk the ship. | Photo via COSI

Story time

There were 2,240 people on the Titanic and 706 of them tragically died during the wreck. This exhibit remembers all who boarded the boat and recounts their stories + heartbreak through personal items. This includes the traumatic tale of Ruth Elizabeth Becker, a 12-year-old girl who survived the crash despite being separated from her family.

Snapping photos

We want to put a spotlight on Francis Browne, an Irish photographer that was on the Titanic. He actually disembarked in his homeland before the crash. During this journey, he snapped a handful of photos showing some of the most coveted, behind-the-scenes photos of passenger life on the Titanic. They will be on display.

CBUStoday COSI Titanic 2 — Explore various galleries depicting the history of the Titanic before it crashed. | Photo via COSI

Boarding passes

Visitors will need to purchase a general admission ticket as well as a Titanic ticket to view the exhibit. Bundles are available online, and members receive a discount on both tickets.

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Events

Friday, March 8

Donut Sundae’s Comedy Showcase | Friday, March 8 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Sotto Terra, 610 Neil Ave., Columbus | $10 | Tony Wallace will perform stand-up comedy, plus enjoy duo improv from Rob Moore and Kelsey Yappel.

Saturday, March 9

Saylor Twift | Saturday, March 9 | 9 p.m. | Rumba Cafe, 2507 Summit St., South Hudson | $15 | Sing all your favorite songs alongside this Taylor Swift tribute band.

Sunday, March 10

Resin Color Class | Sunday, March 10 | 5-7 p.m. | BrewDog, 97 E. Dublin Granville Rd., New Albany | $35 | Make your own beach-inspired resin mosaic trivet or coasters at this expert-led class.

Monday, March 11

Columbus Fury vs. Las Vegas Thrill | Monday, March 11 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $25-$150 | Cheer on the Fury as they return home after a road game in Michigan.

Tuesday, March 12

The Broken Hearts | Tuesday, March 12 | 7 p.m. | Woodland’s Tavern, 1200 W. Third Ave., Grandview | $15 | Jam out with this Tom Petty tribute band.
“Mama Mia” | Tuesday, March 12-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., Downtown | $40-$115 | Watch this critically acclaimed Broadway show based on the music of ABBA.

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News Notes

Opening

Smash Park Entertainment Group will build a 50,000-sqft eatertainment venue on Polaris Parkway in Westerville. The massive facility will feature pickleball courts, duck pin bowling, a bar and kitchen, and an outdoor patio. Construction should begin this summer and be completed by summer 2025. (Columbus Business First)

Civic

Westerville and Harlem Township hope to have the formal merger agreement finalized by August so it can be on the November ballot. Additionally, the two agencies created a website to answer frequently asked questions from the community. (10TV)

Community

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will invest $1.4 million to install an enhanced security system at the front gate. The system can scan 6,000+ visitors per hour, and is designed to discover weapons. (10TV)

Concert

Mat Kearny, a singer and songwriter with 850,000+ monthly Spotify listeners, is coming to the Southern Theatre on Tuesday, Sept. 17. Tickets start at $39 and go on sale today at 10 a.m.

Closed

Pizza Rustica, a local pizzeria for more than a decade, closed its final CBUS location at 17 S. High St. News reports added that Huntington Bank is now selling the building Pizza Rustica resided in. (614now)

Seasonal

It’s almost time to set the clocks forward. Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 10. Many states, including Ohio, have made moves to address time change, but for now enjoy the extra sunlight.

Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley injured his wrist, meaning he’ll miss at least one week of games. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Cavs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Watch

The Academy Awards air this Sunday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Not sure how to watch? Access the broadcast with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM.*

Ranked

📍 Stay for awhile

Columbus ranked a top budget-friendly staycation destination

You can’t beat the views of a bike ride through the Scioto Mile. | Photo by Andy Spessard

Not all vacations need to be a getaway — especially if you live in Columbus.

If you ask SumUp, an online financial technology company, they’d recommend a staycation right in the Capital City. In fact, they ranked Columbus the No. 10 best city in the US for a budget-friendly staycation.

The study examined factors such as meal prices, entertainment expenses, cultural amenities, green space availability, and overall offerings of museums and theaters. Here are some interesting takeaways:

An “expensive” three-course-meal costs $70 on average, which is among the lowest of the top 10.
CBUS was ranked higher than San Francisco (12) and New York City (17).
Columbus is the only Ohio city in the top 25.

We know everyone could use a break, and that’s why we just put together a guide of affordable flights for spring break. Or, take a look at Experience Columbus’ newest “Spring Breakover” campaign.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Mitch

From the editor

Here’s to Horatio, Seventh Son’s official assistant manager cat. This week, the brave brewery kitty was diagnosed with fibrosarcoma and began receiving care from local vets to combat it. He’ll be out of office the next few weeks while he recovers, and we’re sure he’d appreciate any kind words of encouragement.

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