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Thursday, March 30, 5-6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31 is a day dedicated to celebrating transgender people, recognizing their contributions to society, and raising awareness about the discrimination they face. In this installment of Meetup Live’s “Dismantling Social Injustice” (DSI) series, we’re holding a panel discussion on pressing issues within the trans community.

Wednesday, March 29, 6pm, Northern Lights Branch Library, 4093 Cleveland Ave.

Ohio recently enacted the nation’s strictest voter ID law, and it will already be in effect for our May primary and Early Vote beginning April 4.

The Ohio Voter Rights Coalition is teaming up with VoteRiders to deliver timely and important voter ID information and assistance directly to voters who may be impacted by the new law.

Wednesday, March 29, 12noon-1pm, Grange Insurance Audubon Center, 505 W. Whittier St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube

Tuesday, March 28, 8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Pastor and trans activist, Jakob Hero-Shaw, will facilitate a conversation with Sarah Flynn and David Weekley, both clergypersons and trans people, who transitioned over 45 years ago. Their discussion will look at some different realities that trans persons had faced at that time, along with some reflections on what they have observed over the ensuing decades. Hear their insights on trans experiences today, along with the particular challenges and blessings of being elderly and trans.

Tuesday, March 28, 7:30 p.m., this on-line event requires advance registration

Mandy Shunnarah will tell the story of her grandparents immigrating to the U.S., the challenges they faced, the forced assimilation of their kids, and how generational trauma is inherited.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Hosted by Jewish Voice for Peace Central Ohio.

Tuesday, March 28, 7-8:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Inhale/Exhale is a space for restorative healing for organizers and activists in our lovely ecosystem. We welcome all organizers in the progressive and left movements to honor their bodies by resting and entering this space to learn various ways to heal.

Tuesday, March 28, 6-9pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

This is a Brain Injury Association of Ohio Educational Webinar. Join a panel of brain injury survivors as they share their stories of overcoming and preserving.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Hosted by Brain Injury Association of Ohio.

Tuesday, March 28, 6-8pm, CoHatch Upper Arlington, 1733 W. Lane Ave.

Some of us from the Columbus Vegan Meetup will be meeting at COhatch, the Lookout Room, for drinks and to see what options are open to us vegans for Earth Day as far as volunteering and cleaning up Mother Earth on 4/22. Join us on Tuesday, March 28, 6-8pm, at COhatch Upper Arlington!

Tuesday, March 28, 9:30-3:30pm, Trinity Episcopal Church on Capitol Square, 125 E. Broad St.

Our state budget is a moral document. Our state leaders need to hear from people of faith, volunteers, and others who want to see an Ohio where all receive their daily bread.

9-9:30am: Gather and prepare; coffee will be provided.

9:30-10:30am: Issue overview, speakers, and a short question-and-answer period.

Monday, March 27, 7pm, Lincoln Theatre, 769 E. Long St.

Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African-American fraternities and sororities; traditional West and Southern African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances are much more than dance shows; they integrate songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique and leaves the audience with their hearts pounding.