Community
Tuesday, January 16, 6:30pm, Wellness Forum Health, Wellness Forum Health, 510 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Ste. G, Worthington, Ohio
Join us at Wellness Forum Health for a free screening of the documentary, “A Prayer for Compassion,” that encourages those already on a spiritual path to expand their compassion to all living beings. The film draws on traditions including Christianity, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Quakers, Seventh Day Adventism, Unity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Native American tradition, Unitarian Universalism, Zoroastrianism, and more.
Tuesday, January 16, 6:30-7:30pm, Equitas Health King-Lincoln Medical Center, 750 E. Long St.
Support for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced shame, rejection, and harm in the name of religion.
Hosted by Equitas Health.
Monday, January 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.
Monday, January 15, 11am-4pm, Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave.
The Ohio History Connection presents the annual MLK Open House. Celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King through visual and performing art performances. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the impact of Dr. King’s teachings and learn how his work changed the trajectory of the country.
Admission is free, but pre-registration is strongly recommended.
Sunday, January 14, 2pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.
Join Indivisible Central Ohio Friends and Neighbors for our “Kick Gerrymandering to the Curb” Kick-off Meet and Greet! Pick up petitions, get shirts and other gear, sign up for events, get tips and tricks, and meet the team as we get set to collect a mountain of signatures and finally end gerrymandering in Ohio!
Hosted by Indivisible: Ohio District 12.
Saturday, January 13, 7-8pm, this event will be occurring via Zoom
We will be hearing from the following people about local efforts to end militarism and build community.
• Heba Latif, co-President of Students for Justice in Palestine
• Shayna Solomon, Jewish Voice for Peace Central Ohio Chapter
A “question-and-answer” period will be included.
If you have announcements for the progressive community, let us know at <colsfreepress@gmail.com>.
Saturday, January 13, 12noon-2pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Parsons Branch], 1113 Parsons Ave. [this event will also be occurring via Zoom]
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and is still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called “Going to HCCO” and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
Going forward, our meetings will be hybrid. You may meet us in-person or attend on-line.
Friday, January 12, 4-5:30pm, Thompson Library [11th floor], 1858 Neil Ave.
Join us for a live performance of chamber music in celebration of Public Domain Day 2024, featuring music that has recently entered the public domain in the U.S.
The event will include remarks on the music, recent copyright developments, and resources that promote works from 1927-1928 entering the public domain for the first time.
Thursday, January 11, 6:30pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Main Branch], 96 S. Grant Ave.
Food will be provided; masks will be provided and required.
RSVP for this event [if you plan to attend via Zoom] by using this link.
Wednesday, January 10, 6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Please join us for the Fair Districts Volunteer Huddle on Wednesday January 10 at 6pm.
This month we will be (re)introducing the Fair Districts Speakers Bureau and walking you through how and why to sign up. Jen Miller will provide an overview of a convening in December of members of Citizens Redistricting Commissions and redistricting reformers from all over the country.
RSVP for this event by using this link.