Community

Wednesday, September 14, 6pm, 5100 Kingshill Dr. [we will meet in the back yard if the weather is good]

October 8 will be an International Day of action to defend Julian Assange.

• Without freedom of the press, democracy is not possible.

• Don’t Extradite Assange.

• Journalism is not a crime.

Wednesday, September 14, 11am, this on-line event requires advance registration

Our criminal justice system too often divides families, increases poverty and hunger, and creates an extremely difficult climb toward economic stability and normalcy for families and impacted communities. We will hear from Accompanying Returning Citizens with Hope (ARCH), a re-entry organization in Central Ohio that is committed to building a more welcoming place for returning citizens — one business, organization, and faith community at a time.

Tuesday, September 13, 5:30-7pm, Whetstone Park [first shelter house], 3901 N. High St.

Meet at the first shelter house at Whetstone Park (near the entrance) for a picnic on Tuesday, September 13, 5:30-7pm. Hot dogs, chips, and water will be provided; bring a side dish if you like.

This event will be a good social time and a chance to meet and greet folks from the neighborhood.

Hosted by Clintonville Area Progressives.

Tuesday, September 13, 5-9pm, Studio 35 Cinema & Draft House, 3055 Indianola Ave.

Sunday, September 11, 2pm, Mees Hall [Capitol University campus], north side of E. Mound St. between College Ave. and Pleasant Ridge Ave., Bexley, Ohio

This September, Green Bexley is exploring the most impactful actions that we can take to be more sustainable. Inspired by Project Drawdown and sponsored by the Bexley Community Foundation, Capital University, and Simply Living, we’re excited to learn alongside you and take action towards a more sustainable future!

Sunday, September 11, 1-3:30pm., Nocterra Brewing Company, 41 Depot St., Powell, Ohio

He personified American folk music so let’s celebrate his 110th birthday.

When the Depression of the 1930s threw millions of Americans out of work and into poverty, Woody Guthrie told us their stories through song. He saw migrant workers slaving for pennies, penniless hobos riding in empty railroad boxcars, and the infamous Dust Bowl windstorms of Oklahoma stealing the land out from under the farmers.

Sunday, September 11, 12noon-6pm, Moeller Park, 281 Hanford St.

The Merion Village Festival is back for 2022! ​This annual, outdoor, rain or shine event will continue to feature food trucks, live music, and entertainment, artists, crafters, businesses, and organizations as we celebrate the community and atmosphere of the Historic Merion Village neighborhood. All proceeds from this event benefit the Merion Village Association, a 501(c)(3) civic organization.

Hosted by Merion Village Association.

Saturday, September 10, 6:30-9pm, Hot Times Festival [in the Kid’s Tent], 240 Parsons Ave.

The September Free Press salon will be in-person, at the Hot Times Community Music and Arts Festival, on Saturday, September 10, 2022, 6:30-9pm.

We will gather in the “Kid’s Tent.” You may want to bring your own folding chair.

Speakers and topics:

• Trans organizing with Felicia DeRosa,

• discussion on Donovan Lewis’ murder by Columbus Police,

• First Collective and housing issues,

• and more!

Saturday, September 10, 12noon-3pm, Columbus Metropolitan Library [Parsons Branch], 1113 Parsons Ave. [this event will also be occurring via Zoom]

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and 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.

Saturday, September 10, 9:45-10:45pm, Moeller Park, 281 Hanford St.

“Coffee With Community” is back! Don’t miss this popup “coffee and treat shop” on Saturdays following our weekly “Fitness in the Park” classes. Our friends from Community Grounds will be set up at Moeller Park from 9:45am to 10:45am. The menu will include hot coffee, cold brews, iced chai, donuts, cookies, mini bagels, and snack bars. Stop by after class or during your morning walk with your family and pups!