Community

Friday, October 6, 7pm, The Vanderelli Room, 218 McDowell St.

This evening will show past and present work of ACME member artists and will also feature local performers, such as Evolution Control Committee featuring Trademark Gunderson, who had appeared at the original ACME Art Company’s Café Ashtray many times. This night will recreate Café Ashtray [a weekly happening that had exposed Columbus to a wide variety of underground music and performance art] during the early 1990s.

In conjunction with “ACME Art Company Resurrected: 1987-2017,” October 6, 13 and 21.

Sunday, October 1, 2-6pm, Church of the Covenant, 11205 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio

Keynote speaker: Rev. James E. Atwood, retired pastor, hunter, gun-owner, and author of: America and Its Guns: A Theological Exposé and Gundamentalism and Where It Is Taking America.

Registration is free.

Sponsored by God Before Guns.

Sunday, October 1, 9am-3pm, Mapfre Stadium [formerly Crew Stadium], One Black and Gold Boulevard [near I-71 and E. Hudson St.]

Join the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio as we unite for a common cause and raise funds at the 2017 Columbus Buddy Walk. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, take the first step, and donate or register today! Help us to spread the word; all are welcome for our day of celebration!

Sunday, October 1, 2-4pm, Venue 614, 1129 N. High St.

We are very excited to invite you to a book signing event for Nathan Runkle’s first book, Mercy For Animals!

Join us for this free event at Venue 614, 1129 N. High St., where Nathan will sign copies of the book.

Mercy For Animals tells the story of MFA’s birth and how it has grown into the global powerhouse it is today. The book also profiles Pete, Liz, Cody, and other brave MFA investigators — and gives readers an insider’s look into some of our most famous fights for animal rights.

Thursday, September 28, 6:30-9:30pm, Whole Foods Market, 4100 Easton Gateway Dr.

Let’s get together and celebrate Columbus Burger and Beer Week by meeting up for a $6 Vegan Meal. Whole Foods Easton is actually featuring their Vegan Nacho Burger for this event!!! Behold the Vegan Nacho Burger: “beyond meat” patty, guacamole, vegan chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, tequila lime, and tortilla strips; all of this on a sesame bun.

Tuesday, September 26, 6-9pm, Tatoheads Public House, 1297 Parsons Ave.

Yes We Can: Columbus Working Families and Analog Monologues present a night of storytellers from across Columbus and the music that inspires them. Hear from members of your community as they share their experiences, passions, and struggles.

Tuesday, September 26, 5-9pm, The Kitchen, 231 E. Livingston Ave.

Come one, come all to Taco Tuesday at The Kitchen! A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit the Fair Districts = Fair Elections Coalition!

The Kitchen’s weekly Taco Tuesday night features unique taco themes — and the theme for September 26 is Oktoberfest! The menu is served a la carte and features specialty cocktail selections, beers, and wines that pair with the night’s theme. Stop by any time between 5pm and 9pm. See you there!

Tuesday, September 26, 9am-7pm, OSU Oval

Join the Ohio Student Association on OSU’s Oval for National Voter Registration Day! Whether you need to update your address or register for the first time, this is the event for you. Come to make sure you get to have a say in our democracy, stay for the free food and a chance to win prizes!

Sponsored by Ohio Student Association.

Saturday, September 23, 1-5pm, Captain Edward V. Rickenbacker House, 1334 E. Livingston Ave.

Join us from 1-5pm on September 23 for Driving Park Family Fun Day!

There will be games, face painting, balloon art, free food, and lots of fun! The best part? It’s free!

Tag and tell your friends!

Hosted by Rickenbacker Woods Foundation and Learning Center.

Friday, September 29, 6-10pm; Saturday, September 30, 2-10pm; North Market, 59 E. Spruce St.

The North Market Development Authority and The Festival for Good have partnered this year to bring The North Market Festival for Good to life. This outdoor festival will take place at the historic North Market and will feature over 25 local social enterprises, entertainment, beverages from Ohio breweries, distilleries, and wineries, and food from North Market merchants. Proceeds from this event will benefit the North Market Development Authority and The Festival for Good.