Community

Tuesday, March 4, 7pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Whetstone Branch], 3909 N. High St.

For our March meeting, we are welcoming 2025 candidates for Columbus City Council. Candidates will talk about their priorities and will be on hand to take your questions.

Event begins at 7pm; doors open at 6:30pm.

Primary election: Tuesday, May 6

Candidates currently confirmed:

District 3

Incumbent City Councilmember Rob Dorans

District 7

Tuesday, March 4, 3pm, Ohio Statehouse

Our message is to uphold human rights and stand against the fascist Trump administration. The protest will start at 3pm, with speeches from local activists, leaders, and impacted individuals at 3:30pm.

The first #50501 protests were a decentralized rapid response to the anti-democratic and illegal actions of the Trump administration and its plutocratic allies. The idea — 50 protests in 50 states on 1 day — was born on r/50501 and spread rapidly on social media.

Tuesday, March 4, 11:30am-12:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

• Learn about ORHA’s mission, initiatives, and advocacy efforts.

• Discover how we support rural healthcare professionals and communities.

• Explore opportunities to get involved and make a difference. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, student, or community member passionate about rural health, this presentation is your chance to connect and engage with ORHA’s impactful work.

Tuesday, March 4, 10am to late afternoon [you can depart at your convenience], Public Utilities Commission of Ohio [Hearing Room 11-A, 11th Floor], 180 E. Broad St.

Monday, March 3, 5pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Join our weekly coalition-building meetings on defending democracy and protecting the climate. Hear from special guests focusing on grassroots activism. Please invite your friends!

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Check out our Zoom Room for other collaborative Zooms and events.

Sunday, March 2, 5:30-6:30pm, Old First Presbyterian Church, 1101 Bryden Rd.

A twenty-to-thirty-minute silent meditation will be followed by discussion and refreshments.

The benefits of meditation are innumerable. These include greater mental clarity, a reduction in stress, improved emotional balance, and increased spiritual development. Meditation benefits everyone.

Different meditation practices will be presented, throughout the year, by practitioners of those traditions.

Enter the church via the rear door.

This group will meet each Sunday, 5:30-6:30pm

Saturday, March 1, 12noon-2pm, Hey Hey Bar and Grill, 361 E. Whittier St.

It’s time again for one of our most beloved annual events! Join us for the 2025 Chili Cook-Off supporting our annual South Side Scholarship! Bring your family and friends . . . and of course your chili!

The Merion Village Association will provide tasting cups, utensils, and chili toppings. Due to space limitations, no toppings will be able to be placed with the pots of chili and will instead be available in a separate area.

Admission for Tasting

• $10 for adults

Friday, February 28, 7pm, The Crystal Ballroom Dance Center, 402 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington, Ohio

Forte is the Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus annual fundraising event, which will be held on February 28 at The Crystal Ballroom Dance Center in Worthington. Forte includes an evening of food, drinks, dancing, a silent auction, and fabulous entertainment! We will be honoring a community figure who has been a steadfast supporter of the Chorus with our annual Forte Award. A number of fun activities will follow this year’s Mardi Gras theme, as well as our levels of giving.

Friday, February 28, 6pm, St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church Annex, 628 E. Long St.

St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, 695 E. Long St., will present the “Film Noir Theatre,” a six-week series of African Americans in cinema, beginning Friday, January 24.

Thursday, February 27, 8pm, Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St.

Camille Thurman awaits! With unparalleled talent and a truly captivating and magnetic presence, Camille will deliver an unforgettable concert experience that will leave you absolutely spellbound!

Join us at 7pm for an opening performance by our Columbus Youth Jazz Combo; ticket for Camille Thurman program will be required for entry.

Tickets: $39.72.

RSVP for this event by using this link.