08.17.2024

Today’s Forecast

Editor’s Note

Tequila Fest is today from 3 to 9 p.m. at Gravity Project. Here are some more upcoming festivals in August, September, and October to keep on your radar: WonderBus Music & Arts Festival, Oktoberfest, and Columbus Coffee Festival.

Travel and Outdoors

3 ways to soak up the last of summer in Short North

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Fun fact: Hops on High is the largest pedestrian-only experience in Central Ohio. | Photos courtesy of Short North Alliance; GIF by CBUStoday

Summer isn’t over just yet, Columbus. We’ve rounded up the best ways to enjoy the rest of this season. Mark your calendars for:

🎨 Summer Spray

Now in its fifth year, Summer Spray is a collaborative mural-making event that showcases the live creation of a dynamic 1,300-sqft mural wall. Local artists have been painting it every weekend since July 13.

Each artist’s unique piece is part of “Beyond the Seen,” the new public art mural, located in the Short North Arts District on Goodale Boulevard between High and Park Streets.

Catch the artists in action at the mural every Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m., now until Sept. 7.

🍻 Hops on High

Celebrate 40 years of Gallery Hops in the Short North at Hops on High on Saturday, Sept. 7. Hops on High showcases various vendors, artists + artisans who reflect the community’s diversity.

🇮🇹 Go Fourth!

Enjoy a day of fun on North Fourth Street in Italian Village during Go Fourth! A Block Party for All. This fun-filled, family-friendly celebration features arts, creativity, and entertainment, like yoga, live music, an interactive mural, and more, on Sunday, Sept. 22.

Entry is free, but proceeds from purchases will benefit art + community services, including cleaning and safety programs, beautification, and placemaking projects that emphasize community connectivity.

“Hymn by Andrew Hendrixson” will begin its installation next week on the exterior of Parkside on Pearl, a new mixed-use building in Italian Village. The piece is a 625-sqft mosaic made from custom Italian glass tile, and is inspired by the poem “Hymn” by A. R. Ammons.

🚗 Park like a pro

Parking in the Short North District is easy, whether you choose a garage or surface parking. Pro tip: Visitors can park for free for the first hour in four parking garages throughout the District from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Experience Short North yourself

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B. Hops on High
C. Go Fourth!

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Events

This Weekend

Downtown Silent Disco | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Gay Street District | Free | Dance the night away under the “Current” display with headphones connecting to a channel of your choice, ranging from hip-hop to pop to R&B music.
Candle Decorating Workshop | Saturday, Aug. 17 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | 400 West Rich | $20 | Choose your favorite scents and design two candles with unique additions like dried flowers, gems, and glitter.
Family Magic Show | Sunday, Aug. 18 | 2-3 p.m. | P3 Magic Theater | $20 | Local magicians are full of surprises and entertainment at this show for ages 6+.
Caribbean Flava’s 2nd Annual…Riddim & Brunch | Sunday, Aug. 18 | 2-8 p.m. | Wigwam Event Center | $50 | Celebrate Jamaican culture with food, drinks, and music.

Plan Ahead

New Kids On The Block with Paula Abdul & DJ Jazzy Jeff | Friday, Aug. 23 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $30+ | Sing and dance your hearts out with the Grammy-nominated band known for hits like “Step By Step.”
The Great Bourbon Affair 2024 | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 5-9 p.m. | The Historic Trolley District | $25–$210 | Sample a variety of bourbons, shop local vendors, and listen to live performances.

There's plenty more to do

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News Notes

Open

The Little Grand Market, a new Grandview food hall, opened yesterday with 12 local vendors. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.

Coming Soon

High Bank Distillery Co. is opening its third location on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 28 S. State St. in Westerville. The 3,600-sqft restaurant will feature two patios, a connecting space to the city’s DORA, and a secret speakeasy. (614now)

Film

CBUS Metro Parks is hosting four free, family-friendly movie nights at different parks across the city. The dates are: August 23, September 21, September 28, and October 4. All movies begin at dark — bring a blanket or chair.

Real Estate

The Central Ohio Fall Home Show returns from Friday, Sept. 6 to Sunday, Sept. 8. Learn how to upgrade your home from 150+ companies, including Tiffany Brooks from HGTV’s “Smart Home” + “Rock the Block!” and Laura Dowling, the White House’s former chief floral designer.

Sports

Ohio State was ranked No. 2 in the AP Top 25 poll, and Will Howard was named the starting quarterback. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Buckeyes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Try This

“T. rex: The Ultimate Predator,” a traveling exhibition from the American Museum of Natural History, is coming to COSI starting November 2. Get ready to view accurate models and fossils of the prehistoric dinosaur. Tickets will be included in general admission.

Jobs

At CBUStoday, we love that we get to make the whole city of Columbus our office. If you’re looking for your next dream job, check out our guide to top employers and industries, or explore more places to work.

Legacy

It takes a village, as they say. As proud Columbusites, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (The Columbus Dispatch)

Outdoors

Feeling inspired after watching Olympic climbers scramble up a rock wall in record time? Try free climbing + more at the sixth annual Scioto Fest, happening on Friday, Sept. 13- Saturday, Sept. 14 at Scioto Audubon Metro Park. See the full schedule of activities.*

Finance

Good news: Rates are expected to go down soon. Compare fixed-rate loans and HELOCs to find your best way to borrow — calculate your payment.*

Home

Here’s an easy way to protect your stuff: This award-winning renters insurance costs less per month than a Starbucks latte.*

Shop

Cringe alert: Every 24 hours, 27,000 trees are cut down for toilet paper. But this new bamboo toilet paper just might save the planet. It feels just like high-end TP, but doesn’t harm trees. Plus, code 6AM30 gives you 30% off your first purchase. Read more.*

City Guide

Landmarks you can’t miss in Columbus

13 iconic landmarks you can’t miss in Columbus

The downtown bridges are staple landmarks in CBUS. | Photo by @djgonzownci

We have 13 of the most recognizable Columbus landmarks — from the Wonder Bread sign to the downtown bridges.

Nationwide Building

Address: One Nationwide Plaza
Nearby: Downtown

Whether you are downtown or in the Short North, this large office building can often be seen. It’s home to one of the biggest insurance providers in the nation, and it frequently displays messages cheering on the Columbus Blue Jackets, or wishing those who pass by “Happy Holidays.”

Giant slingshot

Address: Corner of Sullivant Avenue + Lucas Street
Nearby: River & Rich

Find a 20-ft tall slingshot in Franklinton from local industrial artist Andrew Lundberg. This serves as a visual reminder of the momentum building between Franklinton and Columbus + a nod to the “mischievous nature that makes us who we are.”

Dublin’s pedestrian bridge

Address: Spans Bridge Park Avenue
Nearby: The North Market Dublin + the Scioto River

This bridge runs through Dublin’s Bridge Park, and it earns some extra points for lighting up at night.

More local landmarks

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