Community
Monday, August 18, 6-7:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Ohio is seeing a significant increase in large solar development that can power entire communities. But this clean energy future isn’t guaranteed. Join us to learn what utility-scale solar really is, where it’s being built in Ohio, why it matters for energy, jobs, and our land.
The Morrow County Commissioners will be holding a vote on a resolution against solar in their county on August 25. We will be writing letters of support for solar to the County Commissioners.
Monday, August 18, 7-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Join Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio for a “Policy Power Hour” as we dive into the urgent fight to protect Medicaid. This virtual event is designed to empower supporters, volunteers, and community members with the knowledge and tools to take action to fight back.
We’ll break down:
• What’s at stake for Medicaid in Ohio and across the country
• How attacks on Medicaid threaten access to reproductive and preventive health care
Monday, August 18, 6pm, Upper Arlington Public Library [Meeting Rm. B], 2800 Tremont Rd.
Come on Monday, August 18 from 6pm to 7pm to Meeting Room B of the Upper Arlington Public Library, 2800 Tremont Rd., to learn all about Ranked Choice Voting.
Monday, August 18, 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, August 18, 1-3:30pm, Orton Hall [Rm. 100], 155 S. Oval Mall
Many members of our Ohio State University community are considering whether S.B. 1 requires changes in their classroom instruction or student programs. Prior to the start of the Autumn semester, the OSU Center for Ethics and Human Values [CEHV] will host a workshop for instructors and program directors at Ohio State as they finalize their syllabi and student programming.
Saturday, August 16, 1-3pm, Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, 404 E. Broad St.
Join us on August 16, 1-3pm, at Washington Gladden Social Justice Park for a mutual aid fair and picnic! Learn about some wonderful organizations within the community, bring your own picnic, and make connections.
This will be a family-friendly event with activities for the kids, for example, free face painting!
There will also be a donation drive. If you are able, please bring menstrual products and toiletries.
We hope to see you there.
Please note: this is not a protest.
Friday, August 15, 4-7pm, Kaleidoscope Youth Center, 603 E. Town St.
All ages are welcome to attend this event.
Bar-B-Queer is our annual back-to-school event hosted at Kaleidoscope Youth Center, where we provide free backpacks stuffed with school supplies for school-age youth (while supplies last and youth must be present).
Wednesday, August 13, 6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
We are pleased to invite you to join us for the August Fair Districts All Volunteer Huddle on Wednesday, August 13 at 6pm.
Here’s what we plan to cover during the meeting.
• A quick update on the redistricting effort in Texas — and the fallout — with Anthony Gutierrez, Executive Director of Common Cause Texas
• Congressional Redistricting in Ohio this fall — a timeline
• A preview of how the Fair Districts coalition plans to engage
Sunday, August 17, 2:30-4pm, The Magical Druid, 2887 N. High St.
We are providing space for our community to discuss paganism and other topics of interest. This is a free event but donations to cover rent, utilities etc. are always welcome.
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Hosted by The Magical Druid.
Saturday, August 16, 3:30-5pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Main Branch], 96 S. Grant Ave.
Join us for a chilling exploration of Piketon’s nuclear history and its haunting impact on the Appalachian community.
Join us for the screening and discussion panel. This in-person event will take place at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Dive into the dark history and ongoing concerns surrounding nuclear activities in the region. Hear from experts, engage in discussions, and gain insights into this pressing issue. Don’t miss this eye-opening event!