Community
Saturday, August 11, 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: 614-441-9773 or 614-429-4009
Saturday, August 11, 7:30-11pm, Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. Third Ave.
The Big Rockin’ Blues Band is hosting a benefit show for Planned Parenthood Votes Ohio and you’re invited! Join us on Saturday, August 11 at Woodlands Tavern at 7:00 p.m. for an evening of bluesy tunes and supporting pro-reproductive-rights champions this November.
Saturday, August 11, 6:30-11pm, 1021 E. Broad St. [east side door]
Join progressive friends for food, drink, and great music.
Contact: colsfreepress@gmail.com or 614-253-2571
Saturday, August 11, 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 11, 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.
Tuesday, August 7, 6:30am-7:30pm, many locations in Franklin County and elsewhere
Contact: Franklin County Board of Elections, 614-525-3100
Sunday, August 5, 1-4pm, Jeffrey Mansion Shelter, 165 N. Parkview Ave., Bexley, Ohio
Join us for an afternoon of friendship and dialogue and great food (kosher, halal, vegetarian)!
A lunch [please bring a non-meat side dish and/or a dessert] will be followed by games and a brief program.
Contact or RSVP: 614-532-8171 or foco.ohio@sbcglobal.net
Sponsored by Focolare Movement, Interfaith Association of Central Ohio, and Masjid Al Islam Muslim Community Center Columbus.
Wednesday, July 25, 6-8pm, Smart Columbus Experience Center, 170 Civic Center Dr.
In partnership with Smart Columbus and Great Lakes Brewing Co., we invite you to July Green Drinks at the newly-opened Experience Center.
Join us for free beer, light snacks, and learn more about what Smart Columbus is doing and where they are heading.
Hosted by Smart Columbus and Green Columbus.
Thursday, July 19, 11am-2pm and 6-10pm, Passport 196, 2816 Fishinger Rd.
Vegan Fishless (Gardein) sandwich on a vegan grilled (with Earth Balance butter) pretzel bun with a fresh fruit cup!
They are launching a full-service equivalent Vegan Options Daily menu!
Gardein, Beyond Meat, Follow Your Heart, Earth Balance Natural Buttery Spread, Veganaise, Jeni’s Dairy Free Dark Chocolate Truffle coconut-based vegan ice cream, and more!
Thursday, July 19, 11am-2pm and 6-10pm, Passport 196, 2816 Fishinger Rd.
Vegan Fishless (Gardein) sandwich on a vegan grilled (with Earth Balance butter) pretzel bun with a fresh fruit cup!
They are launching a full-service equivalent Vegan Options Daily menu!
Gardein, Beyond Meat, Follow Your Heart, Earth Balance Natural Buttery Spread, Veganaise, Jeni’s Dairy Free Dark Chocolate Truffle coconut-based vegan ice cream, and more!