Community
Wednesday, April 17, 7-9pm, Maple Grove United Methodist Church, 7 W. Henderson Rd.
As our Church [the Roman Catholic Church] considers ordaining as least female deacons, please join us as Rev. Cynthia Holder Rich and Rev. Mark Rich will share their perspective on female ordination in both the Presbyterian and Lutheran traditions.
Wednesday, April 17, 6-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Do you have questions about legally changing your or your child’s name and/or gender designation on various identity documents in Ohio? Join us for a free legal clinic!
Through the partnership of TransOhio and Equitas Health, with support from local community groups, the Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic offers confidential virtual discussions with trained volunteer attorneys to help you navigate the process! Come with all of your questions and leave with the paperwork you need.
Wednesday, April 17, 6-7:30pm, The Urban Farm Church [Maize Manor United Methodist Church], 3901 Maize Rd.
Have you ever considered that the pesky weeds invading your garden might actually be nutritious, delicious, and free ingredients for your next meal?
In this free workshop, you’ll learn to identify common weeds found in your backyard and beyond. From dandelion greens to purslane, we’ll delve into the nutritional benefits and culinary potential of these often-overlooked treasures.
Wednesday, April 17, 4pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Join us as we talk about what refugee resettlement entails and hear personal accounts from members of our community.
Our panelists:
• Tyler Reeve, Director of Development and Engagement, CRIS
• Lejla Bilal, Senior Advisor Leadership Development, Catholic Relief Services
• Deborah Jane, Bakery and Deli Manager, Kroger
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Wednesday, April 17, 12noon, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Tuesday, April 16, 12noon, this on-line event requires advance registration
Tuesday, April 16, 3:30pm, Oscar Ritchie Hall [Theater], 225 Terrace Dr., Kent, Ohio
Tuesday, April 16, 11am-1pm, Ohio Statehouse
Housing is more difficult as rents and home prices rise and there are fewer options available. More and more Ohio families are forced to choose between rent, food, and other necessities. The housing crisis has been slowly growing for a generation and only exacerbated by the pandemic.
Monday, April 15, 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.
Sunday, April 14, 1-3pm, Stonewall Columbus, 1160 N. High St.
Most Lesbians have been touched by cancer, either personally or through partners or friends. Come empower yourself by attending this two-hour workshop about how cancer affects us, our partners, and our Lesbian communities; find information and support; discuss ongoing challenges; learn Lesbian risk factors; share personal stories; and get your questions answered.
For more information, visit the Facebook event page here.