Community

Thursday, August 16, 11am-1pm, Hyatt Regency Columbus [Ballroom], 350 N. High St.

Central Ohio Transit Authority’s Annual Luncheon is COTA’s signature event where community leaders, business partners, and those passionate about transit come together to hear national trends, local action, and future plans related to public transportation.

This year’s theme is “Mobility Matters.”

Thursday, August 16, 10am-12noon, Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio, 67 E. Innis Ave.

Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio [NAICCO] will again be hosting our Fresh Produce Market Days for 2018. These market days will be held every third Thursday of the month [except for July] from April through September 2108. Feel free to come and receive fresh fruits and vegetables to continue your journey to good health and wellness. These events are free and open to the public so feel free to invite others.

Monday, August 13, 7:30pm, Rambling House Soda, 310 E. Hudson St.

Join Columbus Community Bill of Rights [CCBOR] for an evening of protest, music, and singing along as we raise money for our ballot initiative. This event is hosted by CCBOR and Doug Morris, a guitarist and singer/songwriter.

Power to the people!

This event will be a fundraiser for Columbus Community Bill of Rights.

Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-of-protest-music-and-singing-along-with-ccbor-tickets-48225131667?aff=efbeventtix

Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12, 11am-8pm, Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St.

Festival Latino’s mission is to provide the community with an opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture through the presentation of the performing and visual arts, educational workshops, and authentic cuisine. Festival Latino is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in Ohio and attracts a multicultural audience from throughout Ohio and the surrounding states.

Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12, 11am-8pm, Genoa Park, 303 W. Broad St.

Festival Latino’s mission is to provide the community with an opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Latin American culture through the presentation of the performing and visual arts, educational workshops, and authentic cuisine. Festival Latino is the largest Hispanic/Latino event in Ohio and attracts a multicultural audience from throughout Ohio and the surrounding states.

Saturday, August 11, 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: 614-441-9773 or 614-429-4009

Saturday, August 11, 7:30-11pm, Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. Third Ave.

The Big Rockin’ Blues Band is hosting a benefit show for Planned Parenthood Votes Ohio and you’re invited! Join us on Saturday, August 11 at Woodlands Tavern at 7:00 p.m. for an evening of bluesy tunes and supporting pro-reproductive-rights champions this November.

Saturday, August 11, 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, August 11, 4:30-9pm, Homestead Park, Lakeside Pavilion, 4675 Cosgray Rd., Hilliard, Ohio

Please join us for our annual Summer Picnic, one of the largest events that HCCO hosts all year!

You may stay at the Lakeside Pavilion until 9pm; however, cleanup will begin at 8:30pm to make sure we are out of the shelter by our designated time.

Saturday, August 11, 7am [free health screenings]; 9:30am [walk/run]; Livingston Park, 760 E. Livingston Ave.

The purpose of the National African American Male Wellness Walk/Run Initiative is to begin the process of helping men to understand that, through prevention, one can live longer. This event allows men and their families across the country to obtain free health screenings and to raise awareness about living a healthier lifestyle.