Five diversions to help you overcome the winter blues
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All it takes is one look outside to see we've entered the season of gloom, something our friends at Axios Columbus know well.
Why it matters: An estimated 5% of Americans deal with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons, according to Mayo Clinic.
- Cleveland ranks No. 28 on the list of Cities with the Most Seasonal Depression.
Worthy of your time: There are several ways to combat SAD, according to Cleveland Clinic, including eating healthy, exercising, going out and staying social with friends.
- Along those lines, we're recommending five events to get you out of your winter funk.
😋 Pierogi Week kicks off Jan. 30. Believe it or not, pierogies boost your iron intake, according to Livestrong.
🎭 Playhouse Square has several features currently playing or debuting in the coming weeks, including "Beetlejuice," "Flanagan's Wake," "Hadestown" and "Disney's Aladdin."
⛸️ The Rink at Wade Oval is open for ice skating through Feb. 26. Spend enough time at University Circle, and you're bound to run into someone you know.
🍻 Winter Warmer Beer Fest returns March 4 at Windows on the River with 18 breweries on tap. Tickets are $55 in advance and include a souvenir glass and tasting tickets for 20 4-ounce samples.
🎤 Legendz of the Streetz: Reloaded tour, featuring rappers Rick Ross, Jeezy, T.I. and more, rolls into Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 3. Tickets are $65.
Our thought bubble: Sam and Troy are planning to attend the Cavs' Jan. 29 game against the Los Angeles Clippers to cure their Zoom fatigue.
- Just 147 days to go until summer!
- Also, Guardians pitchers and catchers report Feb. 17.
📬 We want to know: What helps you get through these dreary Midwestern winters? Email [email protected]. Let's get through this together.