Community

Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday, March 21, 8:30am-12:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Scholars and media frequently discuss the influence of far-right extremism on U.S. national politics, but the reshaping of state and local government and public institutions has been less studied and is arguably still more significant. Initiatives such as legislation on culture-war issues, the redrawing of voting districts, curricular oversight, and the removal of books from libraries raise questions about how social movements and activists interact with public officials.

Wednesday, March 20, 12noon, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

Optimal Health Series

Monday, March 18, 10am, James A. Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 E. Broad St., 36th floor

Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services (OMHAS) will hold a public hearing for in-person public testimony on restrictive youth gender-affirming care rules on Monday, March 18 at 10am at the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus.

Wednesday, March 20, 11am, this on-line event requires advance registration

Studies show mental health conditions respond well to psychedelic therapy — for the privileged few. Find out why research overlooks gender and sexual minorities (GSM).

Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 6:30-8:30pm, Boundless Health Center, 445 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Worthington, Ohio

This event will focus on the following topics.

• Tips on preparing your daughter for puberty and the transition to adult health care.

• Helping to reduce stress in medical care.

This event is free; however, registration is required. After the presentation, we will have time to discuss your questions and concerns.

Tuesday, March 19, 6pm, Antiques on High, 714 S. High St.

When? Tuesday, March 19, 6-8pm

Where? Antiques on High, 714 S. High St.

What? Packing seed packets and rotating stations in a speed dating style.

Why? These seed packets will be distributed to Earth Day Columbus volunteers; we will need your help to make them.

Who? Folks of all relationship statuses are welcome! Must be 21+ to enjoy alcohol.

How? Free admission, but bring your wallet for delicious beverages from Antiques on High.

Monday, March 18, 5:30pm, Roosters, 3370 Olentangy River Rd.

Join the Clintonville Area Progressives for a drink, a snack, and some great conversation (politics or otherwise) at Roosters on Olentangy River Rd. See you on the 18th!

Hosted by Clintonville Area Progressives and Ben Leland.

Monday, March 18, 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 17, 11am-3pm, Ching Ter Maitreya Temple, 2891 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.

Come join us! We’re so ready to welcome the Spring season with you all. The vegan pop-up is a wonderful family-friendly market with new and returning vendors selling vegan food, goods, and desserts.

A portion of the proceeds goes to a local non-profit organization.

Admission is free.

Check here for the vendor list.

Hosted by Columbus Vegan Meetup.

Saturday, March 16, 7:30-9pm, Old First Presbyterian Church, 1101 Bryden Rd.

On the evening of Saturday, March 16, we are thrilled and delighted to feature a collaboration between VR/AI/moving image artist Krista Faist and a jazz improv quintet consisting of Gerard Cox, Chris Weldon, Aaron Putnam, Chris Haas, and Bryan Stewart as part of Krista’s 2024 Fuse Factory artist residency. Opening for Krista and Gerard is experimental musician/maker Bubba Fontaine (IN).

The doors will open at 7:30pm; the show will begin at 8pm sharp.

Tickets are $8 on-line; $10 at the door.