Community
Thursday, February 8, 8:30am, this on-line event requires advance registration
Please join Catherine Turcer, Common Cause Ohio Executive Director, for a virtual meetup on Thursday, February 8 at 8:30am. Grab some coffee or some tea and let’s discuss what’s happening in Ohio. Do you have questions about gerrymandering? Do you wonder how to get more involved? Do you want to learn more about fighting election disinformation, election laws being proposed at the Ohio Statehouse, campaign finance reform, and more? This informal discussion is for you!
Wednesday, February 7, 7:30pm, Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
Contemporary dance ensemble Complexions Contemporary Ballet brings their hit program “Star Dust: From Bach to Bowie,” which Billboard Magazine acclaimed as “Spellbinding,” to Columbus!
Wednesday, February 7, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
The Merion Village Association holds monthly public meetings to engage and update our members and neighbors on a variety of topics and interests related to our community. Meetings are held virtually; all are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate! If you’d like to register for this meeting, to learn more about the MVA, or if you’re interested in becoming a member, visit our website at merionvillage.org.
Wednesday, February 7, 6-9pm, 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, February 7, 12noon, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Tuesday, February 6, 7-10pm, Club Diversity, 863 S. High St.
Join us for our DSA happy hour! We will be meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at Club Diversity at 863 S. High St. This will be an informal get together to meet, hang out, talk shop, and enjoy the camaraderie! Non-members are welcome to join and learn more about the chapter.
Tuesday, February 6, 5:30-7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Elaine Grogan Luttrull, founder of Minerva Financial Arts, will go over the basics of federal income tax and explore some of the typical deductions that artists should be aware of. Luttrull will share updates for 2024, go over how tax rules vary depending on your income source, and how you can boost your financial wellness by taking advantage of deductions.
Monday, February 5, 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!
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Sunday, February 4, 12noon-2pm, Mikey’s Late Night Slice, 268 S. Fourth St.
Kind Meals loves to share anything vegan! Come join us Sunday, February 4, from 12noon to 2pm, at Mikey’s Late Night Slice at S. Fourth St. and E. Main St. [268 S. Fourth St.]. We buy the vegan pizzas and you learn more about what Kind Meals is about. We have opened our February meeting up to anyone who may be interested in volunteering with us.
Friday, February 2, 7pm, Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave.
The Ups and Downs of Love: Our Pre-Valentine Concert Returns with New “Stuff.”
Serious and comical love songs, fun trivia questions, and delicious home-made sweets will highlight the 15th annual Valentine concert by Bill Cohen and friends from 7pm to 9pm on Friday, February 2.