Action Alerts
Sunday, April 28, 3pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.
Come hear the Columbus Women’s Chorus sing songs for and about children of all ages. Tickets are $15. Children under 12 years of age are free. Tickets may be purchased here or at the door.
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Hosted by Columbus Women’s Chorus.
Saturday, April 27, 11am-8pm
Genoa Park, by COSI on the riverfront
Today's the day and we hope you can come out and enjoy this beautiful day! Our event is FREE and has something for everyone:
Saturday, April 27, 2024, 9:00 Am – 4:30 PM
Our program is very exciting. We will have an update on state legislation from Representatives Mike Skindell and Michele Grim and Senator Bill DeMora. There will be a presentation on state enabling legislation that has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Ro Khanna.
David Pepper, past chair of the Ohio Democratic Party, and Catherine Turcer, Director of Common Cause Ohio, will present a discussion on the importance of the campaign for fair districts here in Ohio.
Lastly, we hope to have Congresswoman Debbie Dingell give an update on the Medicare for All Act of 2023 introduced into Congress by her and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.
Location: Quest Conference Center, 9200 Worthington Road, Ste 400, Westerville, OH.
$40.00/person, lunch included.
No more money for Israeli Apartheid!
Thursday, April 25, 5pm
Ohio Union, 1739 N. High St.
Encampment south oval
This is part of a national solidarity campaign.
Demand divestment of OSU profits from the genocide of Palestinians.
Protest at Chase "McCoy Center" Headquarters in Columbus
Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Chase is THE LARGEST fossil fuel funder on the planet. They've pumped over $434 BILLION into deadly fossil fuels worldwide since 2016.
JOIN US for a protest at Chase "McCoy Center" headquarters in Columbus. If this is the 'Real McCoy' they need a REALITY CHECK!
This will be peaceful protests and we do not anticipate any arrest risk. Rain or shine (unless lightning).
This protest, organized by Third Act Ohio, is part of a larger "Spring Spark" group of actions happening in NYC and across the country on this day.
All are welcome. Please Be There!!
Meet up: 3:30pm, Krispy Kreme, 1021 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus (inside if raining, parking lot, otherwise). We will convene and move to 2 close-by protest sites.
If you have questions, or need a ride to the protest site, please email us at thirdactoh@gmail.com.
Vote is expected this Tuesday. Sample script: "Hello, I am a constituent from zip code _______. I am calling Senator ________ to vote against (H.R. 8034) Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. This bill has passed the house. It would provide $26 billion in military aid to Israel. Please tell the Senator to vote NO. We must forge a new path forward. A path that creates lasting peace. We can it continue unconditional funds to Israel while they continue to risk an escalation to a regional war and make plans to invade Rafah where 1.1million Palestinians have sought refuge. Senator Brown - phone 202-224-2315 and Senator JD Vance - phone 202-224-3353.
Earth Day Tree Planting
Monday, April 22, 5pm
Quarry Trails Metro Park, 2600 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH, United States, Ohio 43228
Come and plant trees for Earth Day!! All supplies provided.
Meet at the Dog Park Parking lot. Use address 2600 and follow roadway to the Dog Park.
A shout-out to young people who are aspirational change-makers is wanted in a new youth-led initiative to help address high rates of illiteracy within the community.
The Youth Ambassador role in Columbus (Ohio), provides a young person with a platform to advocate and talk about the falling rates of reading skills and create increased community education and awareness about the vital importance of foundational literacy skills for lifelong benefits.
Saturday, April 20, 7-11pm
Protecting, Honoring, and Celebrating Animals.
Old First Presbyterian Church, 1101 Bryden Rd. (at corner of Ohio Avenue)
Doors open at 7. Speakers from 7:30-8:
Britt from Colony Cats on their ambitious trap and release program, Lisa Chapman, OSU master gardener on how to create a pollinator garden using native plants.
Live music from 8-10: guitarlst L.A. Jenkins.
Paintings and pastels by artist Dale Johnson will be shown.
Light snacks and beverages to be served, games and an animal coloring contest with no age limit!
There is no admission for Third Space events but we encourage donations to our partner non-profits and to cover some of the outlay for the event. Art, food, community,
CONVERSATION!
Throughout April
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