Community
Tuesday, August 18, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
North Columbus Friends Meeting [an unprogrammed Quaker Meeting within the Religious Society of Friends] invites you to join them via Zoom in commemorating the centennial of the 19th Amendment as we explore the story of several Quaker suffragists, the suffrage movement, and commit ourselves today to helping every citizen to have the right to vote without barriers, without difficulty, and without fear.
Wednesday, August 19, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Join our online community gatherings for real conversations with people who share your values. Meet new and old friends to socialize, network, share your interests, and learn from others. Each week there will be a topic to explore in more depth. Chuck Lynd usually moderates but special guests are invited to facilitate discussions.
• 7-7:30pm: Introductions, socializing, open discussions.
Wednesday, August 19, 6:30-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Each summer, the Thurber House lawn plays host to a series of outdoor literary picnics and readings with authors who have an Ohio connection. While this year’s picnics might look a little different, join us for this long-running tradition of good friends and great books!
A finalist for the 2019 Weatherford Award in Fiction, Weedeater is a contemporary story of love and loss told by a pair of eastern Kentucky mountaineers.
Tuesday, August 18, 3-7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Equality Ohio’s legal clinic provides free legal support to LGBTQ Ohioans, within 300% of the poverty line, who are experiencing legal hardship because of their sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
Due to community health concerns regarding COVID-19, we are currently suspending our in-person legal clinics. Instead, our attorneys will be hosting virtual Intake Hours throughout the week. If you are in need of legal help, please contact the attorney closest to your area.
Sunday, August 16, 12noon-3pm, Franklin Park Amphitheater [northwest of the Franklin Park Adventure Center], 1755 E. Broad St.
The event date has changed! The final event date is August 16 at 12pm. Nothing else about the event has changed!
Friday, August 14, 6-10pm, several locations in Franklinton
Franklinton Friday is back! Join us outside on the 400 Square campus between 400 West Rich and Chromedge Studios! We will be celebrating the local art and artists that call Franklinton home. Shop local and support artists. This event is free and open to the public. Masks are required!
Friday, August 14, 12:30-1:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
In observance of National Health Care Center Week, the Equitas Health Institute is proud to present “Healthcare at the Intersections: Dismantling Racial, Economic, and LGBTQ+ Health Disparities.” This virtual education series will take place August 11-14, 2020.
“PrEP [Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis] Access and Utilization in At-Risk Populations” will feature expertise from Alex Shanks and Jas Bradley from Equitas Health Department of HIV Prevention.
Friday, August 14, 7-10pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Wednesday, August 12, 11:30am-12:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
In observance of National Health Care Center Week, the Equitas Health Institute is proud to present “Healthcare at the Intersections: Dismantling Racial, Economic, and LGBTQ+ Health Disparities.” This virtual education series will take place August 11-14, 2020.
“Cancer Disparities in the LGBTQ+ Community” will feature expertise from Julia Applegate, MA, MPH from Equitas Health Institute.
Wednesday, August 12, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
As YWCA Columbus strives to create a more equitable society, we believe that it’s important to acknowledge our accomplishments and celebrate our progress. Women of Achievement honors leaders in our community who motivate us with their example of determination, generosity, and courage.
*We will be honoring these Women of Achievement*
• Sandra J. Anderson, Retired Attorney, now Community Servant
• Alison J. Barret, Grants and Services Director, Greater Columbus Arts Council