Warmer weather is on its way — it’s time to enjoy the fresh air and prep for spring + summer gatherings, both indoor and outdoor. | Photos provided by Wayfair
Recently moved or using spring cleaning as an excuse to finally finish off that one room you just haven’t gotten around to? If either of these are you, or you’ve just had your eye on a big piece of furniture or new kitchen appliance for a while, your time has come.
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The deets on discounts
Shopping for a specific category? With savings ranging, here’s a breakdown of some of the discounted categories we’re pulling from to spruce up our space:
A. Outdoor furniture B. Kitchen products and appliances (think: Le Creuset, Cuisinart, and KitchenAid) C. Table + drinkware for entertaining D. Home décor
Mother’s Day Macrame| Monday, May 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Olentangy River Brewing Company, 303 Green Meadows Dr. S., Lewis Center | $45 | Make a plant hanger or hanging light while sipping on a welcome drink.
Tuesday, May 7
Ohio State Baseball vs. Eastern Michigan | Tuesday, May 7 | 6 p.m. | Bill Davis Stadium, 560 Borror Dr., Campus | $8-$12 | The season is winding down — catch the Bucks on their home field while you can.
May’s Keg Tapping Celebration | Tuesday, May 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Hofbräuhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant, 800 Goodale Blvd., Grandview | Free | Listen to live music as the German beer of the month, Maibock, is tapped.
Wednesday, May 8
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical | Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St., Downtown | $40-$125 | Sing along to a production of Tina Turner songs, including classics like “Proud Mary.”
Spring Tree Wall Hanging Workshop | Wednesday, May 8 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Family Room Coffee & Bake Shop, 545 S. Otterbein Ave., Westerville | $30 | Get crafty for the night by making wall hangings will all supplies and instructions provided.
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Guy Fieri’s new restaurant, Guy Fieri’s Trattoria, is expected to open soon at Scioto Downs. The Italian-American restaurant is currently hiring for servers and culinary positions. (614now)
Coming Soon
Agapé Mediterranean, a fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant, is opening new locations in Grandview and Lewis Center by the end of the year. The build-your-own menu will be entirely under $10, starting with a base of pita, salad, or a bowl. (Columbus Business First)
Regional
Cedar Point is one of the best amusement parks in the US, according to USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The Sandusky theme park is one of the oldest in the world and features 18 coasters.
Eat
Hanna, here. I tried City Egg for the first time over the weekend, and I highly recommend the fast-food style approach to breakfast. I tried five of the new menu items too, and they didn’t disappoint. Check it out.
Sports
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