Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. | Graphic by 6AM City
Shopping for a loved one? With Mother’s Day falling on Sunday, May 11, it’s a great time to give to parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends. Browse the gifts we think will do the trick:
Custom initial jewelry dish | $16.99 | A sweet, delicate ceramic jewelry tray you can customize with their initial.
Weighted silk lavender eye pillow | $19.99 | A silk sleep mask and a cooling gel eye mask are included in this spa set named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things in 2023.
Golf practice net | $99.99 | Golfers can perfect their swing before stepping out on the course with this golf net great for backyards, basements, or even the living room.
Barefoot Dreams lounge top | $99 | There may be no better gift than something luxuriously soft, cuddly, and cozy.
Mom’s story book and Dad’s story book | $24.95 | Prompt them to write down memories, advice, and stories in these guided journals.
Neck + shoulders heating pad | $39.99 | This electric heat wrap helps with back pain, muscle aches, and de-stressing.
Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey | $25 | You don’t have to worry about this lipstick flattering them — Black Honey is designed to look incredible (and different) on everyone.
Local pick:Buckeye Country Superfest | $75+ | This one is for the country music fans — Jelly Roll and Kane Brown are among stars taking the stage at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, June 21.
St. Paul Saints vs. Columbus Clippers | Thursday, May 1-Sunday, May 4 | Times vary | Huntington Park | $8+ | Check the Clippers website for full details on promotions for each night, including Thirsty Thursday and Family Night.
COSI Science Festival | Thursday, May 1-Friday, May 2 | 6 p.m. | COSI | Join COSI for a celebration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math at this family-friendly annual festival.
Friday, May 2
Michigan Wolverines vs. Ohio State Baseball | Friday, May 2-Sunday, May 4 | Times vary | Bill Davis Stadium | $8+ | Another chapter of this historic rivalry will be written on the baseball diamond this weekend.
Saturday May 3
Garden to the Max: Author Talk with Teresa Woodard| 10-11 a.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory | $22 | Join Timber Press author Teresa Woodard and gardener Liz Hughes for an inspiring morning exploring the vibrant world of maximalist gardening.
Ohioana Book Festival | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | State Library of Ohio | Free | All ages are invited to this one-day event featuring author talks, panel discussions, and like-minded readers.
Sunday, May 4
May the 4th Be With You | 3-4:30 p.m. | Worthington Park Library | Free | Stop by the library in your best “Star Wars” costume for fun games, crafts, and a scavenger hunt.
Monday, May 5
Salsa Making Class | 4-10 p.m. | Loose Rail Brewing | $20 | Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at this local brewery and walk away with a stellar salsa verde recipe.
Tuesday, May 6
Pretty in Pastels Floral Arranging Class | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Flourish Studio | $75 | Learn how to pair various pastel-colored flowers to create a beautiful bouquet.
Wednesday, May 7
Glam & Glow Up | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Uncommon Studio | $47 | Start your morning by learning master-level makeup tips then go vogue by getting your headshot taken at the end.
Our bundles secure your business more advertising space for less. | Graphic by 6AM City
The newest addition to our self-service ad portal — our advertising marketplace with no long-term contracts — is bundles. We’ve put some of our most popular products into two different offerings — each with a savings of 20%. Here’s the rundown:
Branded Content Bundle: Three placements in our newsletter, including a 75-word article and two text ads in the News Notes section.
Ohio’s primary election is on Tuesday, May 6 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Numerous local issues are on the ballot, including several city council races and county fire department levies. Check out this guide for election info before you go. (10TV)
Open
“Did you miss us?” reads the Instagram post from The Blue Danube. That’s right — the local haunt that’s been closed for more than a decade unexpectedly reopened this week.
Festival
Columbus Book Festival is back on July 12 + July 13 at the Main Library and Topiary Park. This year brings in Amal El-Mohtar, Gregg Hurwitz, Anna Todd, and Victoria Christopher Murray as headliners. Admission is free. (10TV)
Eat
Whether you’re looking for mochi donuts, bubble tea, or Korean-style hot dogs, Mochinut in Grandview has you covered. This multi-cultural restaurant is now open at 994 W. 5th Ave. (Columbus Business First)
Concert
But not just any old concert. The Columbus Symphony will perform at Hocking Hills’ Ash Cave on Sunday, June 15. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, May 2.
Watch
Today is the debut of Marcus Crosswoods Cinema’s ScreenX, a new 270-degree panoramic movie theater. This is the first-of-its-kind in Columbus, and it will be screening Marvel’s new “Thunderbolts*" movie this weekend. (10TV)
Plan Ahead
The season is finished for the Columbus Blue Jackets, but offseason fun is just getting started. Take a look at CBJ’s Summer Mobile Tour, which includes eight total stops from now through September. The next one is in Delaware on Saturday, May 17-Sunday, May 18. (10TV)
Transit
A third lane will be added to US 33 between Columbus and Canal Winchester after ODOT approved $82 million in funding. If this is your daily commute, you have time to find an alternate route, as construction won’t start until summer 2026. (NBC 4)
Number
14. That’s how many Buckeyes were selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, which ties a school record. Ohio State also led all other universities this year for most players drafted. Our favorite pick? Running back Quinshon Judkins to the Cleveland Browns.
Listen
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Miami Heat by 55 points, just three points shy of an NBA Playoffs record. The blowout victory closed out the series and now the Cavs face Indiana. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for Cleveland with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Pet
$5,000. That’s how much you may have to drop if your dog or cat tears their ACL — a surprisingly common knee injury in pets. To the rescue: pet insurance. With this plan, 90% of that cost could be reimbursed.*
Stat
540,000+. That’s how many customers choose this hearing aid when it comes time to make that decision for their loved ones. See why.*
Finance
Last chance to invest in the “Uber of mobile phones.”Mode Mobile grew 32,481% from 2019-2022, and just secured their Nasdaq ticker with plans for a potential IPO. The opportunity to invest at $0.26/share closes today.†*
Job
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Get aligned for the perfect IG at this Chakra Mural. | Photo by @andrewlivelsberger
We all know that CBUS has a vibrant art scene — and we’re not just talking about the Columbus Museum of Art. One of our all-time favorite galleries? Columbus itself.
The Capital City is home to a number of meaningful murals. Today, we’re sharing where to find pieces that really paint a picture of our city.
Together | By Wil Wong Yee
Located on the side of the Clintonville Community Resource Building, this mural doubles as a reminder that everyone is welcome in our city.
Short North Gothic | BySteve Galgas and Mike Altman
We are sure you’ve seen this mural, because it’s on the side of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams in the Short North. Or maybe you remember it because it takes a classic well-known painting and quite literally flips half of it on its head.
Smith’s Deli Mural | By The Graham School with Jodi Kushins & Megan Mosholder Kushins
Is it possible to live inside a mural? Asking for us, because the cozy Clintonville homes in this mural are exactly what we want to return to after a long work day.
Swim trunks with pockets. These quick-drying swimsuit trunks have a hidden pocket built into an anti-chafe compression liner — perfect for keeping phones, keys, and cash safe on beach days.
All roads lead to Ohio and that includes mine. Like LeBron leaving for South Beach, I’m back in the Buckeye State with more worldly experiences and ready for a championship run. I’m excited to dive back in, but in the meantime send me your best local tips (and warm welcomes.)
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