Kids ages 6-12 can enjoy a variety of summer camps centered on subjects like arts, sports, and outdoor recreation. Camps run from Monday, June 9-Friday, Aug. 1.
Camps at the Conservatory provide children with the chance to be active and outdoors while learning about nature, insects, and gardening.
Events
Events
Thursday, March 6
Blooms & Butterflies | Thursday, March 6-Sunday, July 6 | Times vary | Franklin Park Conservatory | $0+ | Explore the Pacific Island Water Garden, where hundreds of vibrant butterflies flutter in a tropical paradise with nectar flowers — plus, visit the Metamorphosis Lab to see new butterflies emerge.*
March uPaint a Story | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Polaris | $15 | Kids can listen to the story of “Ellie the Elephant” and then paint their very own elephant plate.
Cookie and Beer Pairing | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | BrewDog DogTap, Canal Winchester | $22 | Try four of your favorite Girl Scout cookies paired with four six-ounce beers.
Friday, March 7
Wisconsin Men’s Hockey at Ohio State | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $20+ | Cheer for the Buckeyes in the Big Ten hockey tournament quarterfinals.
Saturday, March 8
2025 Columbus Brew Festival | 7-11 p.m. | COSI | $30+ | Sample 150+ seasonal beers from 50 local breweries — this is the final installation of the annual festival.
Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew | 2:30 p.m. | Lower.com Field | $30+ | Wear your Crew scarves and get ready to root for the black and gold.
Sunday, March 9
Bernie Kosar | 7 p.m. | The Columbus Athenaeum | $30+ | All ages are welcome to hear from former NFL player for the Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, and Dallas Cowboys.
Brews + Baes: Speed Dating Mixer | 4-6 p.m. | BrewDog - Short North | $15 | Singles who are ages 28-49 can sip some beers and mingle through icebreakers — all attendees get a free Date Strategy Session with a certified dating & intimacy coach
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A new outdoor market is taking CBUS by storm. The Scioto Arts Market will be a monthly Saturday morning event downtown (300 W. Broad St.) from May-October. Expect 100+ vendors and artisans, food trucks, live entertainment, and free entry to the National Veterans Memorial.
Festival
The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival is returning to Gahanna’s Creekside District from Friday, June 13-Sunday, June 15. The festival will feature 30+ jazz and blues bands, food trucks, and artisan vendors. Tickets are on sale now.
Seasonal
The Easter Bunny will be at Polaris daily for photos from Friday, March 21 through Saturday, April 19. Plus, kids with sensory sensitivities can meet the Sensitive Bunny on Sunday, April 6 from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Weather
Don’t forget to spring forward this Sunday, March 9 — daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m., so turn your clocks forward one hour. This means the sun will start setting a little after 7:30 p.m. in CBUS next week, giving you more daylight hours to play around our city.
Show
Things are heating up in Nationwide Arena as “Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party” will make a stop from July 19-20. Grab your tickets tomorrow, March 7 at 10 a.m.
Try This
Did someone say smackdown? “WWE Monday Night RAW” is returning to Nationwide Arena on June 23. Tickets for the action-packed wrestling show go on sale tomorrow, March 7 at 10 a.m.
Small Biz
Calling all small biz owners. We’re gearing up for Small Business Week, a celebration of local enterprises from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. If you own a local small business, let us highlight you by filling out this form by Sunday, March 16.
Kids
“CoComelon Singalong Live!” is coming to Mershon Auditorium on May 7, featuring “CoComelon” characters like JJ, Cody, and Nina. Secure your tickets tomorrow, March 7 at 10 a.m.
Sports
According to the experts, Ohio State football is primed for another National Championship run. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Ohio State Buckeyes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Health
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Biz
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Finance
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Pets
Veterinary clinics are being pushed to focus on profit, resulting in higher bills. Pet insurance could help you offset some of these rising costs — with up to 90% reimbursement. Find plans starting at only $10/month.*
Wellness
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Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? Check out this list of places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
Fast and casual
Hot Chicken Takeover
Try the $10 lunch combo with two sliders, waffle fries, sauce, and a tea. This is valid Monday-Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Press Grill
The double cheeseburger is $9.50, the grilled havarti is $6.50, and all-beef hot dogs are $5 a piece (or two for $7 every Monday). Bonus: Tacos are $2.50 each every Wednesday.
Sandwiches and wraps
Charleys Cheesesteaks
Try a selection of small and regular sized cheesesteaks for under $10, including the chicken buffalo, bacon chipotle chicken, and veggie delight.
Main Street Deli
Grab the following sandwiches, subs, or wraps to stay under the $10 limit — the BLT, turkey club, Italian sub, Cuban, gourmet grilled cheese, tuna salad sandwich, and chicken Caesar wrap.
The first day of spring is officially two weeks away. Looking forward to the warmer weather? Stay tuned for next week’s newsletter — I’ll be sharing a spring weather outlook.
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