Community

Thursday, September 7, 8:30am-2:30pm, Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University, 2199 E. Main St.

Keynote Speaker: Tyreese R. McAllister

Tyreese R. McAllister is a transformational therapist, a dynamic trainer, and a bestselling author. She owns Clinical and Forensic Associates, Inc. CFA transforms public safety systems by supporting law enforcement personnel on and off duty. She trains officers in best practices to work with vulnerable citizens and provides treatment to first responders and their families.

Wednesday, September 6, 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. All are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate in these meetings! 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, September 6, 1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Wednesday, September 6, 10am, Ohio Statehouse [Ladies’ Gallery]

A bill that will repeal Ohio’s death penalty will be introduced next week in the Ohio House of Representatives. This bipartisan legislation is sponsored by Rep. Jean Schmidt (R-Loveland) and Rep. Adam Miller (D-Columbus); a list of bipartisan cosponsors will be forthcoming.

The No Death Penalty Ohio Coalition will hold a press conference to discuss the broad support for repeal on Wednesday, September 6 at 10am in the Ladies’ Gallery at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.

Speakers will include:

Tuesday, September 5, 1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Does compassion cause suffering? When does it go too far and how can caregivers protect their own wellbeing? Learn the warning signs, who is at risk, and how to restore your emotional energy with a licensed therapist.

This event is free and everyone is welcome, but registration is required. Register here.

Monday, September 11, 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, September 11, 5-8pm, Eldorado’s Food & Spirits, 4968 N. High St.

WGRN 91.9 community radio is kicking off our new frequency with this free gathering that will be celebrating the life of our Board President, Gregory Gross.

Eldorado’s is across the street from Graceland Shopping Center on N. High St. and has a bar and restaurant so attendees will be able to eat and drink. There is a large parking lot.

Music will be provided by Bob Sauls (plus band), Joe Keehner, Eugene Beer, and Hippie Dave.

Sunday, September 10, 9am, Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, Ohio

The Brain Injury Association of Ohio is excited to announce our second annual Cere-bration Walk, Roll, Run on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Brain Injury Association of Ohio is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides services and support for brain injury survivors and their caregivers throughout Ohio. All of these services are free of charge to the families that we serve.

The event will include a timed 5K, a one-mile fun run/walk, and a virtual participation option.

Saturday, September 9, 12noon-2pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Franklinton Branch], 1061 W. Town St. [this event will also be occurring via Zoom]

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and is still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called “Going to HCCO” and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.

This month, we will be joined (virtually) by Phil Zuckerman who will present on living a moral life without the supernatural.

Friday, September 8 to Sunday, September 10, 240 Parsons Ave. [northeast of the intersection of E. Main St. and Parsons Ave.]

The Hot Times Community Arts and Music Festival is scheduled for September 8-9-10, 2023.

This weekend-long celebration is a special occasion where the community gathers to celebrate peace, harmony, community unity, friends, family, and the arts.

Please enjoy your time at the festival, and upon leaving, take away with you a bit of happiness and friendship that is Hot Times.