Community
Sunday, August 18, doors open at 4:30pm, program will begin at 5pm, Bethel International United Methodist Church, 1220 Bethel Rd.
A panel discussion will be led by Professor Paul Numrich of the Methodist Theological School in Ohio and Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University.
Panel members: Nicol Ghazi [Muslim faith]; Hari Narayanaswamy [Hindu faith]; and June K. Gutterman [Jewish faith]
Saturday, August 17, 3-7pm, Hey Hey Bar and Grill, 361 E. Whittier St.
Join us in celebrating Hey Hey Bar and Grill for taking the Period Positive Challenge and dedicating themselves to maintaining a “Period Positive Space for all who Menstruate.”
Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/tickles-and-pokes-3rd-red-tent-revival-tickets-65563575419
Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 11am-11pm; Bicentennial Park, 233 S. Civic Center Dr., The Scioto Mile, and the Rich St. bridge
This two-day event will feature 50-60 of the best food trucks from Ohio and the surrounding areas, will feature live music on the Bicentennial Park Stage and on our Second Stage [located on Washington Blvd. on the west side of the river], and will include family fun for all ages.
Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 11am-11pm; Bicentennial Park, 233 S. Civic Center Dr., The Scioto Mile, and the Rich St. bridge
This two-day event will feature 50-60 of the best food trucks from Ohio and the surrounding areas, will feature live music on the Bicentennial Park Stage and on our Second Stage [located on Washington Blvd. on the west side of the river], and will include family fun for all ages.
Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11, 11am-8pm, Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St.
Festival Latino’s mission is to provide the community with an opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture through the presentation of the performing and visual arts, educational workshops, and authentic cuisine. Festival Latino is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in Ohio and attracts a multicultural audience from throughout Ohio and the surrounding states.
Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11, 11am-8pm, Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St.
Festival Latino’s mission is to provide the community with an opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture through the presentation of the performing and visual arts, educational workshops, and authentic cuisine. Festival Latino is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in Ohio and attracts a multicultural audience from throughout Ohio and the surrounding states.
Saturday, August 10, 7-8:30pm, Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave.
The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, and joyous circle dances that celebrate the variety of spiritual paths on Earth. If you like folk dancing, you’ll be right at home here. No previous experience is needed — just an open and willing attitude. Participation, not presentation, is the focus.
Contact: Aatoon Nina Massey, 614-949-6197
Saturday, August 10, 6:30-11pm, 1021 E. Broad St. [east side door]
Join progressive friends for food, drink, and great music.
This event will include music by LaChewla and a presentation by Eriyah Flynn.
Contact: colsfreepress@gmail.com or 614-253-2571
Saturday, August 10, 4:30-9pm, Homestead Park, Lakeside Pavilion, 4675 Cosgray Rd., Hilliard, Ohio
Please join us for our annual Summer Picnic, one of the largest events that HCCO hosts all year!
You may stay at the Lakeside Pavilion until 9pm; however, cleanup will begin at 8:30pm to make sure we are out of the shelter by our designated time.
Saturday, August 10, 7am [free health screenings]; 9:30am [walk/run]; Livingston Park, 760 E. Livingston Ave.
The purpose of the National African American Male Wellness Walk/Run Initiative is to begin the process of helping men to understand that, through prevention, one can live longer. This event allows men and their families across the country to obtain free health screenings and to raise awareness about living a healthier lifestyle.