Community

Friday, October 3, 12noon-1pm, Stonewall Columbus, 1160 N. High St.

In a significant stride towards preserving LGBTQ+ history, Stonewall Columbus is proud to announce acceptance in the Ohio Historical Marker program. The marker aims to honor the rich history and ongoing contributions of Stonewall Columbus to the local community and the broader movement for LGBTQ+ rights across the state.

Thursday, October 2, 6-8pm, Dublin Community Recreation Center, 5600 Post Rd., Dublin, Ohio

Let’s gather for a powerful evening of delicious spaghetti, good company, and meaningful conversations!

Why Spaghetti Dinners?

Our institutions and politicians are failing us, pitting Americans against one another in a hostile gridlock, while government policies endanger our economic and physical well-being.

Thursday, October 2, 5:30-7:30pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Main Branch] [Auditorium], 96 S. Grant Ave.

Join us for a powerful night centering the voices of Palestinian medical teams as we screen the recent documentary “Gaza: Doctors Under Attack.” Together, we’ll witness, honor, and uplift those who are risking everything to heal their communities that are under siege.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Wednesday, October 1, 8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

On the first Wednesday of every month at 8pm (go ahead and mark your calendar), you can spend an hour asking your questions of the author of one of the most useful recent books for progressive activism.

We’ll post information about each upcoming book and author well ahead of time, to give you a chance to acquire and read the book beforehand. Just check teachinnetwork.org/bookclubs.

Wednesday, October 1, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration [“in-person” attendance is also an option]

The Merion Village Association meets monthly on the first Wednesday of the month (except in December when the meeting is replaced with a community potluck), beginning promptly at 7pm. Meetings are now hybrid each month and can be attended virtually or in person at the Merion Village Association Info Center. All interested parties are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Virtual Attendance

• Register for the Zoom meeting at the link below

Wednesday, October 1, 12noon-1pm, National Veterans Memorial and Museum, 300 W. Broad St., this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

Thursday, September 30, 12noon-1:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Join the Northeast Ohio Worker Center on September 30 at 12noon for a “Lunch and Learn” on union organizing. The Northeast Ohio Worker Center (NEOWC) has a mission to build power in our communities through worker education, organizing, and advocacy.

Tuesday, September 30, 12noon-1:30pm, Ohio Statehouse

Join Common Cause Ohio for a tour of the Ohio Statehouse led by iconoclastic Ohio politics blogger D.J. Byrnes, AKA “The Rooster.” This tour will be both historical and contemporary and will give you an inside look at the building where it happens!

Meet in the Map Room (close to the Third St. entrance). We will have options to climb stairs or use elevators (but there will be some walking and standing).

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Tuesday, September 30, 8am-4:30pm, Hilton Columbus Downtown, 401 N. High St.

MORPC’s annual Summit on Sustainability will be held on September 30, 2025, from 8am to 4:30pm at the Hilton Columbus Downtown. The Summit on Sustainability is MORPC’s signature environmental conference, bringing hundreds of community leaders together to explore and share sustainable ideas and solutions.

Monday, September 29, 5pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Join our weekly coalition-building meetings on defending democracy and protecting the climate. Hear from special guests focusing on grassroots activism. Please invite your friends!

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Check out our Zoom Room for other collaborative Zooms and events.