Community
Thursday, October 19, 6pm, this event will be occurring via “Facebook Live”
Join us for the concluding episode of our three-part series, where we explore the healthcare challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities of color dealing with disparities. In this episode, we turn our attention to AAPI [Asian American and Pacific Islander] communities. AAPI LGBTQ+ adults unfortunately fare worse than their non-LGBTQ+ counterparts in the areas of mental and physical health, economic security, employment, and discrimination.
Thursday, October 19, 3:45-5pm, Derby Hall [Rm. 1039], 154 N. Oval Mall
Thursday, October 19, 2pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Peace is being built by millions of people daily through company-sponsored, employee-led faith and interfaith workplace initiatives. Join Dr. Brian Grim to learn about this amazing movement for peace occurring in Fortune 500 companies as diverse as Google, Salesforce, DELL, CVS Health, American Airlines, PayPal, and more!
Live Spanish translation will be available on Zoom.
Wednesday, October 18, 7-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
The Merion Village Association will host a special meeting on Wednesday, October 18, beginning at 7pm, to facilitate a community conversation between neighbors and The Open Shelter located at 1037 Parsons Ave.
Wednesday, October 18, 8:30am, this on-line event requires advance registration
Common Cause Ohio invites members to join Catherine Turcer, executive director, for “coffee hour.” Join us for an informal conversation about how we’re championing democracy across the state and how we can be more responsive to you, our members. This is a great opportunity to ask questions or to make suggestions for our team. Grab a coffee, tea, or your drink of choice and join us for a lively discussion.
Tuesday, October 17, 5:30pm, Roosters, 3370 Olentangy River Rd.
Our October Happy Hour will be at Roosters at 3370 Olentangy River Rd. We will start at 5:30pm in the back room. Join us for great food, drinks, and a chance to catch up with friends.
Hosted by Clintonville Area Progressives and Ben Leland.
Tuesday, October 17, 12noon, this on-line event requires advance registration
Understanding how our elections systems work is critical to ensuring that our elections are safe and accessible for all voters.
Join us to learn more about the different steps of the post-election process and how they ensure that our elections are secure and accurate.
Special guests
• Matthew Tlachac, Senior Election Expert
• Terry Burton, Wood County Board of Elections
• Michelle Wilcox, Auglaize County Board of Elections
Wednesday, October 18, 12:30-1:30pm, 934 Gallery, 934 Cleveland Ave.
Calling all local visual artists!
Have you ever been to the Columbus Arts Festival? Are you interested in exhibiting your artwork, but need more information on what is involved?
Wednesday, October 18, 12noon, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Lynn Greer Legacy in Civic Engagement Fund Celebrating Inclusion and Equity for the LGBTQ+ Community
Tuesday, October 17, 7-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
In the face of relentless attacks on abortion access and bodily autonomy, abortion pills have become even more essential.
Learn how to share information about why Self-Managed Abortion (SMA) through medication is a safe, effective, and convenient reproductive health option for those in your community.
RSVP for this event by using this link.