Meeting

Sponsored by Ohio Enviornmental Countil. There is no such thing as an off-year election. Local elections make a powerful impact on climate resiliency. While we see our federal government roll back protections for our environment and democracy, Ohioans have the power to stand up - starting in our own cities and towns. In this month's workshop, where we'll talk about how to build relational power right where we are and the tools we have to make an impact.  

Join Central Ohio Revolutionary Socialists, @fsjp_osu, and @workersvoice.ohio, for a presentation and discussion examining the reasons for the United States unequivocal support for Israel and the ongoing genocide.

In order to effectively fight for Palestine, we must understand what we are fighting against. We will discuss the role of U.S. Imperialism, the nature of zionism, and the history of this “special relationship.”

We welcome all to come discuss these burning questions for our movement. Feel free to invite others and share the event.

Thursdays @ 6 pm to 8 pm on October 9 and 23, November 6 and 20 

How can people of faith respond in times of crisis and conflict? Each gathering will have speakers of different faith traditions

Vegetarian potluck  

Attacks on public education are escalating but the impacts are not being felt equally by all students. Cuts to funding and restrictive new policies are falling hardest on Black and brown students, deepening long-standing inequities in our schools.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 PM.  Palestine 101 with Mazen Rasoul.  
Balada, Palestine Society of Columbus.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 6:00 PM. Fair Districts All Volunteer Huddle
Join Fair Districts leaders and volunteers for a monthly meeting.
Every second Wednesday.
Register here.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Join the League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Columbus for an engaging panel discussion.

More information and tickets (free) here.  

Join us to hear from experts at PEN America and authors whose books have been banned as we explore the current state of book banning, the new playbook of censorship, and the real impact on writers and readers alike. Most importantly, we’ll learn how to join the fight against book bans and protect the freedom to read. 

Voting is one of the most powerful tools we have to shape our communities and demand the change we deserve. Our people have always known that self-determination is the key to freedom. And we must advance our agenda for freedom by using all the tools at our disposal, including the ballot box, to increase our power. It’s more important than ever that our people are registered, informed, and ready to vote.

Popular theologian, author and podcaster Pete Enns will deliver the annual Gladden Lecture at First Congregational Church. His lecture, “The Case for Social Justice,” will be followed by a question-and-answer session and a book signing. Weather permitting, a reception will be held in the adjacent Washington Gladden Social Justice Park.  

Advance registration for the lecture on October 4 is requested but not required.