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Morning Columbus! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Need free medical, dental, or vision care in November?
  • See how Columbus artists explore immigration and belonging at Main Library
  • What you'll see at Franklinton's 20th Urban Scrawl this weekend

Also on today's calendar: Hope for Shannon and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Pleasant with lots of sun, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Warm with high clouds, temps: high: 77, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Some rain, with a high of 68 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Free dental, vision and medical clinic coming to East High School in November (abc6onyourside.com) — Columbus residents in need of medical, dental, or vision care can get free services at East High School on Nov. 7-8, with no insurance or ID required. Remote Area Medical and local sponsors will offer exams, dental work, eye care, on-site prescription glasses, and vaccinations on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 6 a.m. each day.
   

2. Columbus Metropolitan Library exhibit explores immigration, belonging through art (nbc4i.com) — A new free exhibit at Columbus Metropolitan Library's Main Library invites you to explore immigration, identity, and belonging through photography, paintings, and fabric art now through Nov. 12. Featuring six artists, including immigrant and social justice artist Teresa Greve Wolf, the show highlights displacement, family separation, and cultural connection in a way that directly speaks to Columbus residents' diverse experiences.
   

3. Urban Scrawl celebrates 20 year anniversary through live painting and community in the Franklinton Arts District (thelantern.com) — Urban Scrawl's 20th-anniversary mural festival takes over Franklinton's 400 W. Rich Street this weekend, with more than 55 artists live-painting from Friday evening through Sunday. Columbus creators, including emerging teen artists, will work alongside established names, while visitors enjoy expanded live music on Rich Street, a carnival-style art arcade, and plenty of chances to meet artists who help make Columbus feel like home.
   

4. Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls to play Schott with The Struts in June (dispatch.com) — Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls are bringing their North American tour to Columbus, playing the Schottenstein Center at Ohio State on June 16 with special guests The Struts. Tickets go on sale Oct. 16, with $1 from each ticket supporting the cancer research nonprofit City of Hope, giving local rock fans a chance to enjoy a big show and contribute to a cause.
   

5. .Net developer - Judge Group, Inc. - Columbus, OH, US (dice.com) — A senior-level .NET developer role is open in Columbus, offering $50 to $53 per hour to candidates with at least seven years' experience across Microsoft and modern web technologies. The position supports government-related enterprise applications, requires Ohio residency, and includes potential medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible hires.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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Ok Columbus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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