Community
Wednesday, August 2, 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. All are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings! 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, August 2, 12noon, Grange Insurance Audubon Center, 505 W. Whittier St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Monday, July 31, 7-8:30pm, Church and Community Development For All People Connection Center, 911 Parsons Ave.
Monday, July 31, 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.
Saturday, July 29, 2-4pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
You are invited to help the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) shape the future of arts and culture in central Ohio. GCAC is embarking on a journey to reimagine our grant, fellowship, residency, awards, and other support programs. As valued members of our community, your perspectives and feedback will be critical in guiding this process and ensuring the creation of a bold new vision.
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Saturday, July 29, 1-4pm, Topiary Park, 480 E. Town St.
Join us for a celebration of trans joy and resources at our upcoming Trans Block Party. Featuring D.J. Diesel and free food from “Maybe Cheese Born With It” food truck, we’ll be sharing information about legislative news in Ohio, creating space to meet and connect with other trans and gender non-conforming Ohioans, and providing resources on community care, mental health, and other affirming needs.
Friday, July 28, 4-6pm, Community Grounds: Coffee and Meeting House, 1134 Parsons Ave.
Free Resource Fridays is our monthly free resource giveaway, hosted on the last Friday of every month! Meet us at Community Grounds from 4pm-6pm and grab some resources, harm reduction supplies, clothes, hygiene products, and food! We have plenty so please feel free to pick up items for loved ones in need. If you can’t make this time, hit us up for porch/door drop offs!
Thursday, July 27, 4:30-7:30pm, Whetstone Community Center, 3923 N. High St.
Rise Up CBUS! in 2023 is coming to twelve locations around Columbus! Get connected with community resources, enjoy food, and meet your neighbors! Visit columbus.gov/riseupcbus for more information about Rise Up CBUS!
Hosted by City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods and Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.
Thursday, July 27, 4-6pm, Lincoln Theatre [Cardinal Health Ballroom], 769 E. Long St.
You are invited to help the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) shape the future of arts and culture in central Ohio. GCAC is embarking on a journey to reimagine our grant, fellowship, residency, awards, and other support programs. As valued members of our community, your perspectives and feedback will be critical in guiding this process and ensuring the creation of a bold new vision.
Thursday, July 27, 3-6pm, 935 Mount Vernon Ave. [near the intersection of Mount Vernon Ave. and N. 17th St.]
Join us each week for fresh, affordable, nutritious produce, local artisan creations, activities for youth, live music, and a food truck. This week there will be a Plant Swap and Recipe Swap; bring a plant and get a plant. And check out tasty plant-based recipes.
Vendors include Local Matters, Cynts Scents, Sankofa Love Designs, R02K, Coffico, and many, many others!
This event will repeat each Thursday, 3-6pm, until September 28.