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Saturday, April 22 to Monday, April 24, Washington DC and virtual

Religious freedom, church-state separation, and the equality they protect are under assault. Fueled by dark money, Christian nationalists and right-wing radicals — along with their lawmaker and judicial allies — are waging a coordinated crusade to force all of us to live by their one set of narrow, religious beliefs. That is why the attack on church-state separation is also an attack on you and the other issues that you hold dear.

Friday, April 21, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Thursday, April 20, 9pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

LGBTQ+ communities have achieved significant progress thanks to the tireless efforts of advocates and leaders who have championed their cause. Their unwavering commitment has not only created positive changes on a large scale but also served as a reminder to everyone that they are not alone and their voice matters.

Thursday, April 20, 7-10pm, Club Diversity, 863 S. High St.

Join us for our DSA happy hour! We will be meeting on the third Thursday of each month at 7pm at Club Diversity at 863 S. High St. This will be an informal get together to meet, hang out, talk shop, and enjoy the camaraderie! Non-members are welcome to join and learn more about the chapter.

Hosted by Columbus DSA [Democratic Socialists of America].

Thursday, August 20, 6pm, Eight and Sand Tavern, 76 E. Innis Ave.

Come join us at the neighborhood happy hour! The Merion Village Association happy hour is always on the third Thursday of the month. We love supporting southside bars/restaurants and seeing all your lovely faces!

Hosted by Merion Village Association.

Wednesday, April 19, 7-9pm, Maple Grove United Methodist Church, 7 W. Henderson Rd.

Call To Action Columbus will hold a general meeting for Roman Catholics who are interested in church reform — or social justice — and all things related. We will likely be in classroom 8.

“Catholics are called to love one another; we are Catholics who are committed to renewing our Church with Inclusive Priesthood and Servant Leadership.”

Wednesday, April 19, 12noon, Grange Insurance Audubon Center, 505 W. Whittier St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

David A. Chikvaidze, Ph.D., is returning to the Columbus Metropolitan Club stage after five tumultuous years in the world of international relations and diplomacy.

Wednesday, April 19, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Tuesday, April 18, 7-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

In the face of relentless attacks on abortion access and bodily autonomy, abortion pills have become even more essential.

Learn how to share information about why Self-Managed Abortion (SMA) through medication is a safe, effective, and convenient reproductive health option for those in your community.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Tuesday, April 18, 5:30-7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Efforts to restrict trans rights continue to surge through state legislatures, including right here in Ohio. Join us for a webinar to discuss the wave of harmful legislation targeting Transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming Ohioans — and learn about what you can do to combat this hate.