Community

Wednesday, January 17, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Elected officials need to know the truth about solar: that it provides clean, local, reliable energy. That’s why we want to equip you with the skills and knowledge to share that message.

On January 17, join us for our “Lobbying 101” training webinar. You’ll learn how to hold impactful and effective meetings with your elected officials, so that you will be able to protect and advance your energy rights.

Wednesday, January 17, 12noon, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

Tuesday, January 16, 9pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Please join RootsAction on the evening of Tuesday, January 16, at 9pm ET / 6pm PT, as we host our panel discussion, “What Should Progressives Do About Biden?”

We’ll be joined by India Walton, Madinah Wilson-Anton, Karen Bernal, Max Elbaum, Alan Minsky, and Jeff Cohen, in a conversation moderated by RootsAction’s national director, Norman Solomon.

• Alan Minsky is the executive director of Progressive Democrats of America and a longtime journalist.

Tuesday, January 16, 5:30pm, Roosters, 3370 Olentangy River Rd.

Join the Clintonville Area Progressives for a drink and a snack at Roosters on Olentangy River Rd. See you on the 16th!

Hosted by Clintonville Area Progressives and Ben Leland.

Tuesday, January 16, 6:30pm, Wellness Forum Health, Wellness Forum Health, 510 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Ste. G, Worthington, Ohio

Join us at Wellness Forum Health for a free screening of the documentary, “A Prayer for Compassion,” that encourages those already on a spiritual path to expand their compassion to all living beings. The film draws on traditions including Christianity, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Quakers, Seventh Day Adventism, Unity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Native American tradition, Unitarian Universalism, Zoroastrianism, and more.

Tuesday, January 16, 6:30-7:30pm, Equitas Health King-Lincoln Medical Center, 750 E. Long St.

Support for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced shame, rejection, and harm in the name of religion.

Hosted by Equitas Health.

Monday, January 15, 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.

Monday, January 15, 11am-4pm, Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave.

The Ohio History Connection presents the annual MLK Open House. Celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King through visual and performing art performances. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the impact of Dr. King’s teachings and learn how his work changed the trajectory of the country.

Admission is free, but pre-registration is strongly recommended.

Sunday, January 14, 2pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd.

Join Indivisible Central Ohio Friends and Neighbors for our “Kick Gerrymandering to the Curb” Kick-off Meet and Greet! Pick up petitions, get shirts and other gear, sign up for events, get tips and tricks, and meet the team as we get set to collect a mountain of signatures and finally end gerrymandering in Ohio!

Hosted by Indivisible: Ohio District 12.

Saturday, January 13, 7-8pm, this event will be occurring via Zoom

We will be hearing from the following people about local efforts to end militarism and build community.

• Heba Latif, co-President of Students for Justice in Palestine

• Shayna Solomon, Jewish Voice for Peace Central Ohio Chapter

A “question-and-answer” period will be included.

If you have announcements for the progressive community, let us know at <colsfreepress@gmail.com>.