Community

Tuesday, August 23, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

As [former] Mayor of Cleveland, Kucinich stood up to local, state, and federal political and economic power structures to keep Cleveland’s public utility, “Muny Light” [Cleveland Municipal Light] public, as chronicled in his incredible new book, The Division of Light and Power.

Monday, August 22, 5-7pm, Slammers Bar and Pizza Kitchen, 202 E. Long St.

The Greater Columbus Arts Council’s “Arts Happy Hour” is back!

Whether you are an artist, work for an arts organization, are an arts supporter, or are all of the above, we hope to see you at our “Arts Happy Hour” to connect with old friends, meet new friends, and network with your peers.

Appetizers will be provided; there will be a cash bar.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Saturday, August 20, 1-3pm, Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, Ohio

Saturday, August 20, 12noon-8pm, Franklin Park, 1755 E. Broad St.

The Columbus African Festival is a bold yet comprehensive approach to cultural reconversion and reconstruction within the African Diaspora in Central Ohio. It is grounded in the fact that many festivals that take place in the African communities are either singular or dual-focused (Film, Performing Art, Fine Art., etc.).

Thursday, August 18, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

Would you like to get involved in the environmental movement and identify as a youth or young professional?

Join our community of Young Environmental Leaders focused on empowering a younger generation into the Sierra Club Ohio community!

Thursday, August 18, 6-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

With attack after attack on our rights, the environment, and more, CLDC is actively addressing these injustices by supporting movements and activists on the frontlines of liberation and climate defense. We remain dedicated to supporting resistance! Join our legal team for updates on the recent victories we have worked towards alongside political prisoners, Black Lives Matter activists, and Water Protectors.

RSVP for this event by using this link.

Wednesday, August 17, 12noon-1:15pm, this on-line event requires advance registration

According to members of the Cannabis Regulators of Color Coalition, the SAFE [Secure and Fair Enforcement] Banking Act, as written, is not a safe bet to achieve fair and equitable access to financial services for those in the cannabis industry.

Sunday, August 20, 10am-12noon, Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, Ohio

Head out to the beehives with a member of Stratford’s Apiary Team. You will get a firsthand look inside a living beehive to learn about how they work and live together! Please wear long pants with long socks to tuck your pants into and a long-sleeved shirt or jacket. We will provide veils. All ages are welcome but children must attend with a registered adult (this is not a “drop off” program).

Registration cost: $15 per person; limited spaces are available; registration is required.

Saturday, August 20, 9:45-10:45am, 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!

Friday, August 19, 3-7pm, Ohio History Center, 800 E. 17th Ave.

This free event is open to individuals and families who are looking to enjoy history and engage in fun, family-friendly activities while seeing how else our community can support each other.

Through “Museums for All,” the Ohio History Center will offer complimentary admission to visitors to this event.

• Meals will be provided by local food vendors.

• More than 40 community vendors will be on-site.