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Rudy Bocanegra was born in Guatemala and immigrated to the United States in 1985. Columbus was his intended destination to unite with his wife-to-be who was living in Powell at that time. They married in August of that year and have lived in the northwest area of Columbus since then. The couple has two grown children and two grandchildren.
We are beyond thrilled to officially announce a landmark moment in the history of The Center 4 dis-ABILITY Empowerment (CdE). After months of thoughtful work alongside our community, we are ready to unveil our reimagined brand identity and launch the dis-ABILITY Pride Campaign ‘27 — and we want YOU there to celebrate with us.
Join the Center 4 dis-ABILITY Empowerment as we celebrate the launch of our reimagined brand identity and share the 2027 dis-ABILITY Pride Campaign.
Can you believe it, 10 years! As we approach June 6th, it will be 10 years since my son's life was senselessly stolen. I find solace and strength in celebrating his memory, not just within my family, but with our entire community.
B-Eazy Day is a heartfelt celebration of life, a day where we come together as a community to honor Henry Green V and the countless others whose lives have been unjustly taken from us. A day that is a reminder of how Bub brought people together! A day filled with joy, unity, and the spirit of resilience.
Learn, Organize, Resist: Lessons from the Palestine Movement in Ohio
Join Baladna: Palestine Society of Columbus in a full day of activities for the entire family honoring the Nakba's 78th year. Our commemoration honors the longstanding Palestinian community of Central Ohio and invites others to join us in learning more about Palestine with sessions ranging from education and advocacy to calligraphy, embroidery, poetry, dabka and so much more! This full day commemoration includes craft stations, a bazaar, food trucks, and is designed for the entire family.
A free, non-corporate, music and arts annual festival. The festival bills itself as "The Party with a Purpose". To accomplish this goal, the festival relies on community members to work together in the planning and operation of the festival serving on committees and work teams including clean-up and recycling, safety and first aid, entertainment, street fair, etc.
Join the Interfaith Association of Central Ohio (IACO) and Bethel International UMC for an engaging and informative community conversation focused on one of the most pressing issues of our time: Immigration in Central Ohio.
This event will explore the questions: What should we know? What can we do? Attendees will gain insight into the realities of immigration in our region, hear diverse perspectives, and learn ways to support meaningful dialogue and action in our communities.
Plant Sale: Saturday May 30, 8 AM – 12 PM.
Location: In the church parking lot.
Proceeds benefit Community Peacemaker Teams, CMC’s Garden Group, and CMC’s Piecemakers - bringing nonviolent conflict intervention, comfort, and beauty locally and around the world!
Rummage Sale: May 29, 8 AM- 6 PM and May 30, 8 AM – 12 PM.
Location: Inside the church building.
Plant Sale: Saturday May 30, 8 AM – 12 PM.
Location: In the church parking lot.
Proceeds benefit Community Peacemaker Teams, CMC’s Garden Group, and CMC’s Piecemakers - bringing nonviolent conflict intervention, comfort, and beauty locally and around the world!
Celebrating 29 Years of Advocacy. Join UHCAN (United Healthcare Action Network) for an evening of music and light hors d’oeuvres as we pay tribute to outstanding leaders for health care in Ohio at our “Lend Your Voice – Health Care for All” annual event.
More information and link to tickets ($25) here.
Folks at Here To Serve are back outside this Saturday, May 16th at 3469 S High St with another free community meal and resource share. Set up starts at 1 PM and service begins at 2 PM.
Providing: a hot meal, perishables, drinks, clothing, socks, shoes. hygiene/menstrual products, first aid, books, propane, narcan, harm reduction and more!