Community
Wednesday, March 5, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
The Merion Village Association holds monthly public meetings to engage and update our members and neighbors on a variety of topics and interests related to our community. Meetings are held virtually; all are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate! If you’d like to register for this meeting, to learn more about the MVA, or if you’re interested in becoming a member, visit our website at merionvillage.org.
Wednesday, March 5, 12noon-1pm, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St., this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Mary Lazarus Legacy in Civic Engagement Fund Celebrating Women in Society
Tuesday, March 4, 7-10pm, Pierogi Mountain, 105 N. Grant Ave.
Join us for our DSA happy hour! We will be meeting on the first Tuesday of each month. This will be an informal get together to meet, hang out, talk shop, and enjoy the camaraderie! Non-members are welcome to join and learn more about the chapter.
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