Community
Thursday, June 19, 12noon-4pm, Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave.
The Jubilee Festival is a vibrant celebration that brings together a rich tapestry of culture, history, and community spirit. This dynamic event will feature a variety of educational and uplifting performances, including thought-provoking reenactments that bring history to life. Enjoy food demonstrations that highlight culinary traditions, while live music, dance, and captivating film screenings add to the festival’s lively atmosphere.
Thursday, June 19; lineup begins at 10am; parade steps off at 11am; Cleveland Ave. between E. Hudson St. and E. 11th Ave.
Come celebrate with us by participating in the parade, donating through sponsorship, or lining Cleveland Ave. to cheer us on!
The parade will run southbound on Cleveland Ave. from E. Hudson to E. 11th Ave.
For more information, contact <juneteenthp@gmail.com>.
Hosted by Makinde Foundation.
Wednesday, June 18, 12noon-1pm, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St., this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Optimal Health Series
Tuesday, June 17, 7-8pm, Grandview Heights Public Library, 1685 W. First Ave.
Enjoy live music, food trucks, the Grandview Heights Public Library Pop-Up Library, and summer fun with family and friends on the Grandview Heights Public Library lawn!
2025 Performance Schedule
June 3: The British Invasion (’60s Music)
June 10: The Conspiracy Band (R&B/Funk)
Monday, June 16, 6-8pm, Parsons North Brewing Company, 685 Parsons Ave.
Green Columbus and Solar United Neighbors are hosting an exciting “Green Drinks” at Parsons North Brewing Company to discuss the Switch Together Campaign that has been spearheaded by Solar United Neighbors to encourage adoption of clean energy. At this event, participants will learn more about this campaign and will hear from solar panel installers.
Tuesday, June 17, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
RSVP for this event by using this link.
Hosted by Action Network.
Tuesday, June 17, 4-5pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Four months into the Trump administration’s second term, we’ve filed nearly 60 lawsuits to combat its relentless assault on civil liberties. Central to their agenda have been efforts to stifle free speech — specifically targeting immigrants and testing the rule of law in the process.
Alongside our allies, partners, affiliates, and organizers, we are fighting back.
Sunday, June 15, 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.
Hosted by The Magical Druid.
Saturday, June 14, beginning at 10:30am; the step-off will be at the intersection of Broad St. and High St. near the Ohio Statehouse
June 28, 1969 marked the beginning of the Stonewall Uprising, a series of events between police and LGBTQ+ protesters that stretched over six days. While the Stonewall Inn and Uprising became well known due to the media coverage and the subsequent annual Pride traditions, it was simply the fulcrum upon which years of LGBTQ+ activism shifted.