03.12.2024

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Giant snails slide into Dublin for upcoming public arts exhibition

No need to call an exterminator — these snails are here to stay. | Photo via Dublin Arts Council

There are 7,500+ miles between Dublin, Ohio and Milan, Italy, and three giant snails made that journey.

Dublin Arts Council welcomed a new public art display that features three larger-than-life, bright orange snails on its front lawn at 7125 Riverside Dr. Here’s what you need to know about these sluggish sculptures.

What the shell?

You can go to the Dublin Arts Council building right now to go check out these snails. They were added at the beginning of March and will eventually move around the city.

This is where the community can participate, too. The Arts Council will collect community input to decide where the snails where go next.

CBUStoday Dublin snails 2 — The snails are made with plastic to promote conversation around natural and artificial reality. | Photos via Dublin Arts Council

More to come

These snails are just getting started. A new temporary exhibition in conjunction with the snails will be added to the grounds called “Dwelling; A Snail’s Journey.” It will run from Saturday, May 11-Friday, June 28.

The Arts Council hopes this new addition will spark conversation about human’s relationship with natural and artificial environments. Additionally, there will be prompts and sensory activities inspired by the snails.

Why snails?

There were many symbolic reasons for choosing snails, including how they are known for moving slowly and patiently, with a focus on safely achieving goals.

“We were inspired by the themes of the snails and curious about the way they exist in the world,” said Ava Morgan, Public Arts Manager at Dublin Arts Council. “The snails inspire us to think about our own relationship with nature and the way we show up in the world.”

CBUStoday Dublin snails 3 — Learn more about Cracking Art via their website. | Photo via Dublin Arts Council

Origin story

These snails were created in Milan, Italy by a group of six Italian-based artists known as “Cracking Art.” The group formed in 1993, and are known for making art through socially and environmentally friendly practices.

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Events

Tuesday, March 12

Columbus Crew vs. Houston Dynamo | Tuesday, March 12 | 6 p.m. | Lower.com Field, 96 Columbus Crew Way, Arena District | $36-$600 | Cheer on the Crew in their second match of CONCACAF Champions Cup tournament.

Wednesday, March 13

Patrick Hind’s Traveling Book Party | Wednesday, March 13 | 6:30 p.m. | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Ctr., Easton | $37-$60 | Spend an evening with the co-creator and co-host of the “True Crime Obsessed” podcast during his book tour.

Thursday, March 14

2024 State of the Community | Thursday, March 14 | 6-8 p.m. | The Exchange at Bridge Park, 6520 Riverside Dr., Dublin | Free | Dublin City Manager Megan O’Callaghan will report on the accomplishments of 2023 and highlight the priorities for 2024.

Friday, March 15

Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience | Friday, March 15 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St., Campus | $20-$45 | Dance and sing along with a variety of talented performers paying tribute to the “King of Pop.”
Anthony Jeselnik | Friday, March 15 | 7 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St., Downtown | $29-$325 | Laugh with this clever comedian known for his unexpected punch lines.

Saturday, March 16

Pop-up Pickers Club | Saturday, March 16 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Point at Otterbein, 60 Collegeview Rd., Westerville | Free | Shop local vendors offering vintage clothes, retro media, and pre-owned home decor.

Thursday, March 21

Cocktails at the Conservatory: Pajama Party | Thursday, March 21 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens , 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus | $35 | Slip into your most stylish pajamas and enjoy a variety of cocktails while engaging in lively games, including the classic giant Twister.*

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News Notes

Concert

Weezer, a Grammy Award-winning band, will perform at Nationwide Arena on Saturday, Sept. 7. The rock concert will also feature The Flaming Lips and Dinosaur Jr. as openers. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 15 at 10 a.m.

Eat

Maple Street Biscuit Co., a Nashville-based fast-casual restaurant, opened its third central Ohio location at 9711 Sawmill Pwky. in Powell. The restaurant is popular for its breakfast sandwiches on biscuits, such as “The Cowboy” made with country fried steak and sausage gravy. (Columbus Business First)

Opening

Half Price Books, a Columbus-based affordable bookstore, is opening a new store at 1389 W. Lane Ave. in the Arlington Gateway. Book fans can stop by now to sell their unwanted books, and the store will officially begin selling books on Friday, March 15. (614now)

Coming Soon

Columbus Metropolitan Library will open its new Reynoldsburg location at 1402 Brice Rd. on Wednesday, April 24. The community is invited to the interim library at 1308 Brice Rd. to sign a commemorative plaque for the new location. The temporary spot will close on Tuesday, April 16. (ABC6 On Your Side)

Community

Are you $2 million richer by chance? We only ask because a winning Powerball ticket was reportedly sold in Columbus at the Circle K on 5499 Hall Rd. Mysteriously, no one has claimed the money yet. (The Columbus Dispatch)

History

Fourteen years ago today, Ohio State basketball guard Evan Turner made a half-court shot to defeat Michigan in the Big Ten Tournament. The Buckeyes are back in the tournament on Thursday, March 14 at 5:30 p.m. against Iowa. Watch on BTN.

Sports

Who are the Cincinnati Bengals’ top targets in free agency this offseason? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Bengals with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Announced

Drum roll, please… Our sister newsletter in Charlotte, NC will launch on Monday, March 18. From the latest news about developments and restaurants to fun events around town, we’re covering everything you need to know about Queen City. Just like this newsletter, it’s 100% free, 100% local, and 100% informative. Subscribe today.

Eat

🍕 The final four

See who won CBUStoday’s pizza shop bracket

JT’s Pizza & Pub is located at 2390 Dublin Granville Rd. | Graphic by 6AM City

Welcome back to our CBUStoday pizza shop bracket, where we’re asking you to determine the best pizza shop in Columbus.

After our initial round of votes, we’re down to four “teams” left:

Tommy’s Pizza vs. Hounddog’s Pizza | This battle features Tommy’s, a 50+ year old pizzeria known for its square-cut, Columbus-style pies, and Hounddog’s, a campus-area favorite known for its iconic “Smokin’ Joe’s” garlic butter crust.
Sexton’s Pizza vs. JT’s Pizza & Pub | Sexton’s Pizza earned the highest local pizza review ranking from Barstool Sport’s Dave Portnoy when he visited CBUS, and JT’s is a favorite among locals for its edge-to-edge toppings.

Ready to decide who moves on to the final two in our bracket? Cast your vote below.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Mitch

From the editor

What would you do if you were $2 million richer? Personally, I would give my home office a complete makeover. That includes fully upgrading my PC (thanks to Micro Center) and sound proofing my walls.

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