Community

Saturday, April 27, 11am-2pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave., Rm. 2-B

We hope you can join us for the 2024 Chapter Convention on Saturday, April 27, 11am-2pm, at the Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave., Rm. 2-B. For those unable to join us in-person, a virtual attendance option will be made available. For those attending in-person, as with our general meetings, food and childcare will be available, and masks will be provided and required.

Thursday, April 25, 4:30-6:30pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave., Rm. 2-B

Brazilian union leaders of the two-million-member labor federation CSP-Conlutas and members of the United Socialist Workers’ Party (PTSU) will speak about their experiences building international solidarity against imperialist attacks in Palestine and Ukraine. Hear their history of struggle against dictatorship in Brazil and how they are fighting against attacks on workers by their own government, bosses, and the far right today.

Speakers

Tuesday, April 30, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

There is a strong link between brain injury and housing instability and homelessness. This presentation will explore the connection between the two and identify strategies and approaches to support housing stability in brain injury survivors and prevent and end homelessness.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Hosted by Brain Injury Association of Ohio.

Monday, April 29, 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, April 28, 3pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.

Come hear the Columbus Women’s Chorus sing songs for and about children of all ages. Tickets are $15. Children under 12 years of age are free. Tickets may be purchased here or at the door.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Hosted by Columbus Women’s Chorus.

Sunday, April 28, 2:30-8pm, Church and Community Development for All People, 946 Parsons Ave.

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day and support our local community!

Service Opportunities:

• Litter pickup

• Tree planting

• Gardening / garden clean up in community gardens

• Cooking a meal to share (vegetarian spaghetti)

Schedule:

2:30pm: Gather / Overview / Split into Groups

3:30-5:30pm: Service time

6-8pm: Shared Dinner / Music / Dancing

Sunday, April 28, 2pm, Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, 404 E. Broad St.

More than 40 trees, including elm, hornbeam, redbud, cherry, and Japanese maple, will be dedicated at 2pm Sunday, April 28, in the Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, 404 E. Broad Street, next door to First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ. These trees have been given in honor or in remembrance of a variety of people and help to beautify the unique Social Justice Park while supporting the City’s Urban Forestry Masterplan. All are welcome to attend this brief ceremony.

Saturday, April 27, 11am-8pm, Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St.

This family-friendly event will feature local music, fun activities for children and adults, food and drinks, and booths from a diverse array of sustainability-focused vendors and non-profits.

When: Saturday, April 27, 11am-8pm

• Booths, Vendors and Children’s Activities: 11am-4pm

• Bands, Food Trucks, and Beverages: 11am-8pm

• Celebrate Trails Day: 11am-5pm with a guided bike ride leaving at 4pm!

Entry: Free!

Where: Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215

Saturday, April 27, 10am-4pm, Eldon and Elsie Ward Family YMCA [parking lot], 130 Woodland Ave.

Come to our Community Health Fair and get connected with resources, learn something new pertaining to your health, and fellowship with the community! There will be food trucks and a bounce house for the kids!

We will have fellowship and fun for the entire family, health screenings, and information on the following.

• Cholesterol

• Blood pressure

• Diabetes

• Alzheimer’s

• Partners with Kids Medical Program of Children’s Hospital Mental Health

Saturday, April 27, 9am-4:30pm, Quest Conference Center, 9200 Worthington Rd., Westerville, Ohio