Find the perfect gift to express gratitude and love for the role models in your life. | Graphic by 6AM City
This year, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15 — meaning it’s a great time to browse our gift guide for parents, grandparents, neighbors, mentors, and life-long friends. Shop great gifts that say I appreciate you:
Local pick:12 Pack Ohio Light | $12.99 | This Columbus Brewing Company beer is light, crisp, and perfect for the summetime.
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.
Personalized photo wallet card | $14.95 | Tug on heartstrings with this engraved metal wallet insert that features your custom message on one side + a meaningful photo on the other.
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.
Crocs recovery slide | $64.95 | If they already love Crocs, upgrade them to the next best thing: a luxe, comfortable slide that will become their most-worn shoe of the summer.
Custom photo socks | $16.99 | Photos of pets, babies, or any person can be added to these socks that are sure to surprise and delight.
Local pick:Script Ohio Dad Hat | $35 | This Homage black Script Ohio hat is made of cotton fabric and adjustable to any head.
Carhartt lunch box | $29.50 | This camping cooler and worksite lunchbox is durable, waterproof, and extra roomy.
Golf cooler bag | $25.99 | This slim, insulated cooler sleeve can fit into the side pocket of most golf bags and holds six beer cans.
Youngsters can enjoy the “Little Play Sqaud” at LEGOLAND. | Photo via @ldccolumbus
Summer is here and your little ones aren’t kidding when they say they’re bored. That’s why you need to be prepped with these 25+ kid-friendly activities that you can pull out on a moments notice.
Splash around
Zoombezi Bay | Enjoy a variety of water slides + lazy rivers, and toddler splash area. Kids will remember the wave pool.
Foodie families
Lion Cub’s Cookies | These freshly baked cookies are likely as big a your child’s head — we aren’t exaggerating. Kids will remember the fun flavor variations, including the always available cookies and cream.
Indoor adventures
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus | Meet LEGO characters and check out all of the incredible built masterpieces. Kids will remember the 4D cinema with wind, rain, and fog effects.
Blooms & Butterflies | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, July 6 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 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.*
Toledo Mud Hens vs. Columbus Clippers | Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 8 | Times vary | Huntington Park | $8+ | Losing is for the birds, so we’ll leave that to the Mud Hens from northern Ohio.
Friday, June 6
Columbus Arts Festival 2025 | Friday, June 6-Sunday, June 8 | Times vary | Genoa Park | Free | The annual three-day festival is back along the Riverfront with local vendors, food trucks, artists, and live music.
Friday Night Flicks: “Wicked” | 6-10 p.m. | Easton Town Center | Free | Bring comfy chairs and blankets to watch the Academy Award-winning film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the wonderful world of Oz.
Saturday, June 7
Clintonville Farmers Market | Saturday, June 7-Saturday, Nov. 22 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Clintonville | Free | Vendors flood North High Street with seasonal produce, artisan meats, and fresh flowers — plus, local businesses in the area like Destination Donut and Global Gallery will also be open.
Columbus Summer Wine Festival | Saturday, June 7 | Times vary | McFerson Commons Park | $24+ | Wine fans can choose from two different sessions where they’ll sip and sample a variety of wines, spritzers, and hard seltzers that are perfect for summertime.
More apartments are headed to Franklinton. This time, they’re on the 500 block of West Broad Street where a new five-story building is being constructed. It will have 64 units once finished. (Columbus Business First)
Try This
A water-less waterpark? OK — you have our attention. Slick City Action Park is now open on Polaris Parkway with a 38,000-sqft facility full of water-free “Slick Slides”. (614now)
Real Estate
It’s fun to stay at the YMCA — especially when one is being transformed into apartments. That’s the new plans for the old downtown YMCA building, which will be converted into 121 apartment units. The property, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, is projected to offer its first move-in dates in 2028. (WOSU)
Watch
Tickets are now on sale for Ohio Theatre’s Summer Movie Series. The lineup includes classic flicks like “The Blues Brothers” on Friday, June 20 and “Cool Hand Luke” on Friday, June 27.
Drink
Beer making is science and it’s best left to the professionals. Luckily for us, Bridges End Brewery just opened in Shawnee Hills and its from the steady hands of a former medical surgeon. (NBC4)
Concert
“The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” is coming to the Palace Theare on Oct. 4 for a 10th anniversary celebration. The concert is based on the iconic video game that has since been adapted into a Netflix series. Tickets are available tomorrow at 10 a.m.
Closed
Concert-goers and Blue Jackets fans will have to find a new spot for pre-game empanadas. Nada, a Cincinnati-based restaurant, officially closed last week. (FOX 28)
Shop
Mood’s THC gummies take effect in as little as five minutes — no lighter, lingering smells, or coughing required. Get 20% off your first order with code FIRST20.†*
Seasonal
Summer’s more fun when you can actually hear it. Whether it’s ocean waves or outdoor movies, get back in the moment with this crowd-favorite hearing aid that packs dual processing tech for the ultimate clarity. Bonus: The 45-day trial means no risk if you’re not into it.*
Number
$4,000. That’s how much an ounce of gold is expected to cost in 2026. You can beat the FOMO with a gold IRA, which lets you own physical gold without the hassle of storage.†*
This best-selling bath mat. When was the last time you replaced the mats in your bathroom? If you’re anything like us, it’s been too long. Consider this your sign to upgrade. We love this one that features a soft, ultra-absorbent design and comes in multiple colors and sizes for easily mixing + matching.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Happy Thursday, CBUS. If you’re reading this, I’m typing this message from the comfort of my front porch. I’m pretty sure it rained every single day last month, so I’m not missing a moment of sunshine in June.
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