WOSU Events

As Ohio approaches another election day, we bet everyone could use a drink!

WOSU is excited to host another lively political discussion in a casual setting. Grab a pour at Seventh Son Brewing and engage with our expert panel about the upcoming general election, current news, issues and topics.

Seventh Son will generously donate $1 of every beer and Kitty Paw hard seltzer purchased from the sunroom bar to support WOSU's mission (must mention that you are a guest of WOSU). So arrive thirsty!

Panelists scheduled to appear are:

- Amy Juravich, host of All Sides with Amy Juravich on 89.7 NPR News
- Mike Thompson, host of Columbus on the Record on WOSU TV and the Snollygoster podcast
- Jo Ingles, Statehouse reporter for Ohio Public Radio
- Jake Zuckerman, Politics reporter for Signal Statewide

Indulge your senses in an unforgettable evening of culinary artistry at The Art of the Pair, a refined four unique pairings of food, wine, and beer designed to tantalize true food enthusiasts. Each course is thoughtfully curated to harmonize gourmet flavors with expertly selected wines and craft beers, creating a symphony of taste that celebrates the beauty of pairing. Proceeds from this exclusive event will benefit WOSB 91.1 FM, part of the WOSU-FM Classics Network, helping to strengthen classical radio access for listeners in Crawford, Marion, and Wyandot Counties. Savor the experience, support a vital cultural resource, and discover the true art of the pair.

DATE/TIME:
Monday, October 6, 2025 from 6:00–8:30 PM

LOCATION:
Guthery Community Room in Maynard Hall, located on the campus of The Ohio State University at Marion.

TICKETS:
$75 per person includes wine and beer tasting from around the
world and perfect pairings with delicious food from Fort 88.

REGISTRATION:
RSVP By: Monday, September 22, 2025
Contact: Jodi Somerlot, 740-725-6156 or somerlot.30@osu.edu
Online RSVP via the "get tickets" link below

Follow your curiosity at the next Second Saturday Kids Day! This month, we partnered with Drawing with Mr. J to provide exciting hands on learning experiences and activities. Meet special guest Clifford from the hit PBS series Clifford the Big Red Dog!

Activities include:

• I Spy discovery jars
• Make cloud dough
• Color
• Drawing with Mr. J inspired drawing challenge
• Chalk and bubbles
• Airbrush artist
• Meet and Greet with Clifford

Materials may be limited and activities are on a first-come, first-served basis. The event is free, but advance registration is required.

Second Saturday Kids Days are free events that take place in the Ross Community Studio at the WOSU headquarters. At each Second Saturday event, children will experience learning through characters they already know and love and explore themes that combine imagination, interaction and technology to investigate art, science, math and reading.

Second Saturday Kids Day
Saturday, October 11, 2025
9:00 AM–11:00 AM
WOSU Ross Community Studio
1800 N. Pearl Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201 (View Map)

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, WOSU will host IMMERSE, a sensory-friendly concert for young people ages 6-12 who are autistic.

Two sessions are available (1 p.m., 3 p.m.) and will feature a short concert and a chance for attendees to interact with the music and the musicians through art, music and movement activities.

The event is free, but registration is required and limited to 15 concert-goers per session.

Social narrative and more information available at wosu.org/immerse.

email events@wosu.org with questions.

For America’s Test Kitchen fans, we have something special– as a thank you for your MEMBERSHIP CONTRIBUTION of $180 or $15/month, you can recieve a pair of tickets to see America's Test Kitchen Live! featuring show hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison. In addition, you'll receive a copy of their latest book, with an opportunity to have it autographed after the show.

This special event takes place on December 8, 2025 at the Mershon Auditorium on The Ohio State University main campus. Seats will be in the WOSU Members Only section, some of the best chairs in the house!

Visit wosu.org/atk to make your eligible membership donation and learn more.