Community
Sunday, May 15, 6:30-8:30pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.
Saturday, May 14, 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, May 14, reception begins at 6pm, presentation begins at 7pm, Stonewall Columbus, 1160 N. High St.
Join us for the official launch of the new community collaboration between Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) and Stonewall Columbus.
We will enjoy a variety of authentic Ugandan treats and a “meet and greet” with our LGBTQ refugees. The reception will be followed by a presentation of their remarkable journey to Columbus in the hope of finding safety, compassion and acceptance.
Community means . . . all of us.
Saturday, May 7, 1-5pm, Highbanks Metro Park [Northern Shelter], 9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, Ohio
Come one, come all to the Third Annual Columbus Coalition of Reason National Day of Reason picnic. We had received such great feedback about last year’s event that we will be doing it again. Come meet old friends and make new ones as we get together for an afternoon of food, outdoor activities, and great conversations.
Saturday, May 7, 10am-12pm, Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, Ohio
Join naturalist, Bob Harter, for a spring walk through Stratford’s Nature Preserve, home to a diversity of wildflowers. View the carpet of wild hyacinths, hillsides of trillium, find a Jack in the Pulpit, green dragon, wild geraniums and many more. Dress for the weather for this inspiring display of nature’s beauty.
Cost: $5/person.
Register online at http://stratfordecologicalcenter.org/ or call 740-363-2548.
Saturday, May 7, 8am-1pm, Worthington’s Historic Village Green, Worthington, Ohio
A free, one-day, community festival providing visitors with a sampling of ways to “go green,” including opportunities to buy re-purposed or recycled items, learning to appreciate native plants and animals, and educating folks on how to use less energy, produce less waste or adopt sustainable practices.
From the simplest green steps to the latest in renewable energy and green technology, there’s something for everyone to learn and do.
Saturday, April 30, 5-8pm, MCL Kingsdale, 3154 Kingsdale Center, Upper Arlington, Ohio
Come out and join us for dinner and conversation! We’ll be in the back room unless there’s a special event going on in that room.
Saturday, April 30, 8:30-11am [registration begins at 7:30am], Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, Ohio
Walk to Cure Arthritis is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event supporting our mission to conquer arthritis by spreading awareness and raising money for research aimed at finding a cure. Whether you are close to the disease or simply looking for an inspiring charity event, Walk to Cure Arthritis is a great way to experience the power of standing together and giving back to the community.
Tuesday, April 26, 5:30-7pm, The Columbus Foundation, 1234 E. Broad St.
Suzanne Roberts and James White will engage in a thoughtful and candid conversation about race relations in our communities and America. This talk is inspired by the current political climate in the U.S. and will address current dialogues being held all around the country.
Join us for an interactive, fireside chat. Bring your questions, observations and curiosity so that we can all grow from this intimate conversation.
Free admission; light refreshments will be provided.
April 26, 11am-1pm, Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, Ohio
Join veteran members of Stratford’s Herb Group for a spring walk in our gardens and woods to identify and learn how to incorporate culinary wild plants in your own meals. Then stay for lunch and sample dishes made from edibles obtainable this time of year. Handouts and recipes will be available to reinforce your learning experience.
Cost: $20/person.
Register online at stratfordecologicalcenter.org or call 740-363-2548.