Community

Thursday, February 13 through Saturday, February 15, Dayton Convention Center, 22 E. Fifth St., Dayton, Ohio

This can’t-miss conference offers up to three days of learning, sharing, networking, and breaking bread with 1,100+ sustainable farmers, gardeners, and local food supporters. This event will feature:

• Nearly 80 informative workshops on sustainable farming, livestock, business, homesteading, and gardening on Friday and Saturday

• In-depth, full day Food and Farm School courses on Thursday

Thursday, February 27, 7-9pm, 3090 Gilridge Dr., Hilliard, Ohio

Life After Belief Groups meet for support, encouragement, and growth on the process of living life without supernatural belief. Our core concerns are Community, Charting a New Course, Compassion, and Coming Out. [Read more about these Core Passions below.]

Thursday, February 13, 7-9pm, 3090 Gilridge Dr., Hilliard, Ohio

Life After Belief Groups meet for support, encouragement, and growth on the process of living life without supernatural belief. Our core concerns are Community, Charting a New Course, Compassion, and Coming Out. [Read more about these Core Passions below.]

Thursday, February 13, 7pm, Via Vecchia Winery, 2108 S. High St.

We’re inviting you to bring your favorite person and join the Kaleidoscope Youth Center at Via Vecchia Winery on Thursday, February 13, at 7pm, to sample six of their exquisite wines!

Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be included, plus raffle prizes and much more!

Hosted by the Columbus Coyotes Rugby Football Club and the Columbus Kodiaks Rugby Football Club.

Thursday, February 13, 12noon-1:30pm, The People’s Mansion, 394 E. Town St.

Movement Ecology is important for all organizers and activists to understand. It allows for all of us to be seen, heard, and valued. Join us on February 13 as we give an introductory training to Movement Ecology!

Tuesday, February 11, 7:30-10pm, Ace of Cups, 2619 N. High St.

Are you ready for some laughs with a cause?

“Comedy @ Ace of Cups” and Columbus Stands Up for Choice! are proud to present our next pro-choice, local comedy show and rally: Columbus Stands Up for Choice: Women Have Options - Ohio!

Saturday, February 8, 7-8:30pm, Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave.

The Dances of Universal Peace are simple, meditative, and joyous circle dances that celebrate the variety of spiritual paths on Earth. If you like folk dancing, you’ll be right at home here. No previous experience is needed — just an open and willing attitude. Participation, not presentation, is the focus.

Contact: Aatoon Nina Massey, 614-949-6197

Saturday, February 8, 6:30-11pm, 1021 E. Broad St. [east side door]

Join progressive friends for food, drink, and great music.

Contact: colsfreepress@gmail.com or 614-253-2571

Saturday, February 8, 2-4pm, Bexley Public Library, 2411 E. Main St.

Come learn how to register voters, then head out for a practice session right away! (Join us at 3:30pm for the practice session only.)

Please indicate “Going” if you plan to attend so that we will have adequate supplies. Bring two clipboards if you have them!

Saturday, February 8, 2-3:30pm, Westland Area Library, 4740 W. Broad St.

Please join Affirmation Ohio Chapter for a community conversation that is open to all. This is a great opportunity for people of all backgrounds to enter a space that seeks to understand, ask honest questions, and learn about the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome people who question, of any faith background, or who just want to know more. The only rule is to enter and maintain respect, love, and affirmation for everyone in the room. Please feel free to bring a friend to this important conversation.