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1 Queers & Gears Autumn Ride Queers & Gears Autumn Ride October 1, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Kroger on Main St https://www.facebook.com/events/123796601608245 It's back! Queers & Gears is making a 2017 appearance! Come out for a leisurely bike ride in the autumnal air. We'll meet at the Kroger on Main St and ride the Alum Creek Trail through idyllic pastures and under colorful canopies until we get to Three Creeks Metro Park. (Seriously, this trail is beautiful. And it's never busy! Shh, don't tell anyone.) Then we'll hang out for a while and picnic before heading back. The ride will be about 5.5 miles each way. It's a no-drop ride, so no one will be left behind. What this means: - if you think you're "too slow" or "out of shape," don't let that stop you! - if you want to come for part of the ride, you can turn around at any time. You could also coordinate with a buddy to have one car parked at the start and one at the end so you only have to ride one way. - if you're still not feelin it, are injured, or just plain don't have the energy and don't want to ride, please come anyway and meet us at Three Creeks for the picnic social time. We love our picnic fairies! It's super helpful to have people not riding who can bring utensils, picnic blankets, and other things good for picnic fun, so we welcome you to join us. As the ride gets closer, we'll post exact places for meeting up and work out the other details. In the meantime, feel free to drop any Qs in the discussion section. Health ⋅ Wellness See more details The Garden Party 2017 by Kaleidoscope Youth Center The Garden Party 2017 by Kaleidoscope Youth Center October 1, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm 8518 Stonechat Loop, Dublin, OH 43017-8625, Join us as we celebrate our community partners, distinguished donors, and youth leaders at the 2017 Garden Party in support of Kaleidoscope Youth Center! Our gracious hosts, Aaron and Joshua Kreais, are inviting us into their beautiful home in Dublin for our afternoon festivities. Enjoy two complimentary beverages while you bid on silent auction items and find out what has been happening at KYC! Barcelona Restaurant will once again provide delicious snacks for our guests. Tickets are $75 per person, with sponsorship levels available up to $10,000. For more information, contact info@kycohio.org Community Fundraising Kid Friendly See more details Social Media for Activists with Indivisible Westerville Social Media for Activists with Indivisible Westerville October 1, 2017 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Westerville Public Library 126 S State St, Westerville, Ohio 43081 https://www.facebook.com/events/1962341210654615 Join us as Indivisible Westerville hosts groups across Indivisible OH12 for a social media for activists training session. Alex Kass of Democratic Voices of Ohio will present a training session on best social media practices for progressive activists. From novices to experts, everyone will learn something new that they can put into practice. Be sure to bring your smartphones, tablets, or laptops so you can immediately use what you learn! Democratic Voices of Ohio is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization based in Columbus, working to connect voters to the political process by leveraging digital, visual, and social communications to extend the efficacy of progressive efforts in the state of Ohio. See more details Ohio Legislative Black Caucus 50th Anniversary: Back to the Future Ohio Legislative Black Caucus 50th Anniversary: Back to the Future October 1, 2017 @ 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm Pro Football Hall of Fame 2121 George Halas Dr NW, Canton, Ohio 44708 http://www.facebook.com/events/1513978915315219 Ticket Information: http://www.eventbrite.com This year the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus celebrates our 50th anniversary, as the oldest Black Caucus in the nation. Over the past 50 years our members have been on the frontlines, fully committed to fighting for the issues important to the black community in Ohio, such as reforming the criminal justice system, ensuring the fundamental right to vote is not infringed upon, securing a fair playing field for African Americans seeking good-paying jobs, addressing health disparities and strengthening the education system to help ensure a bright future for the next generation of African American leaders here in Ohio. Our Theme is "Back to The Future" and we desire to focus on our place in the future by reflecting on the past but soaring to the future. "Our 50th anniversary is a weekend of celebrating the legacy of yesterday, applauding the accomplishments of today, and inspiring the legislators of tomorrow." Furthermore, through this weekend we have the opportunity to reconnect with partners and community members across the decades, while forging new relationships for the future. The event in its entirety (Tour, Dinner, Post-Dinner Reception) will be from 5:15pm - 10:15pm) The dinner specifically will be from 6:15pm-8:15pm! Causes See more details Happy Hour & Postcard Party - Indivisible: Ohio District 12 Happy Hour & Postcard Party - Indivisible: Ohio District 12 October 1, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Jimmy V's Grill & Pub 1 S State St, Westerville, Ohio 43081 https://www.facebook.com/events/169592373596684 Join us to write postcards to our elected officials and to voters. We'll have the postcards & pens - just bring your opinions! If postcards aren't your thing, join us and catch up with fellow Indivisible members. All are welcome. Happy hour See more details The Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity The Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity October 1, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm King Avenue UMC 299 King Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43201 Talking about race, faith, and sexuality isn’t always easy, but it’s needed now more than ever. King Avenue United Methodist Church is proud to welcome social justice activist and LGBT worship leader Darren Calhoun to Columbus on Sunday, October 1 at 7 p.m. to share his personal journey to bridge the divide that exists between racial and sexual inclusivity. Darren’s program, The Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity, provides a welcoming and engaging voice in this difficult conversation space. Darren’s program will provide insights and practical ways the church can become a place where all feel welcomed and loved. Darren Calhoun is a justice advocate, worship leader, and photographer based in Chicago who works to bridge divides between people of differing perspectives through story and relationship. Intersectionality is his primary lens when facilitating dialogue and education about justice and inclusion for people marginalized based on race, gender, and sexuality. Darren co-lead the #ImSorry and #MakeLoveLouder campaigns at Chicago’s Gay Pride parades. In 2017 he led worship for the national gathering of the Gay Christian Network, and serves on the board of directors for the Center for Inclusivity and The Reformation Project. Currently, Darren is Worship Leader at Urban Village Church - South Loop, Associate Fellow for Racial Justice at Evangelicals for Social Action, in addition to owning Darren Calhoun Photography. He's also an extrovert who loves hugs. Visit his site at to learn more about his work. This program is part of King Avenue’s Changing the Conversation Speaker Series, which features Christian thought leaders striving for inclusion of traditionally-marginalized people and communities. Download Flyer Program Details The Intersection of Racial & LGBTQ Identity - Presented by Darren Calhoun Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 7 p.m. King Avenue United Methodist Church 299 King Avenue Columbus, OH 43201 Questions may be addressed to Colleen Ogle, King Avenue Associate Pastor, at 614-424-6050; Ext. 101 or colleen@kingave.org . King Avenue United Methodist Church... We invite, welcome, and honor all people and nurture them to grow in service with Christ.Learn more at Causes Free Admission See more details GOOD LUCK HAVE FUN at Ace of Cups GOOD LUCK HAVE FUN at Ace of Cups September 30, 2017 @ 9:00 pm-October 1, 2017 @ 2:00 am Ace of Cups,2619 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/809482655899715/ ^.^ GOOD.LUCK.HAVE.FUN ^.^ High-energy house, funk, disco, electronic dance party with two of the most entertaining DJs in town: DJ Moxy & Sweet T! We are back at it again benefitting Us Together, Inc. - Columbus https://www.facebook.com/USTogetherIncColumbus/ andCentral Ohio Solidarity with Refugees & Immigrants https://www.facebook.com/groups/585195641665111/ !! Your donation will make a world of difference directly to their refugee clients for basic human needs. $5 + any other donation you may have! 21+ Doors at 9pm See more details • • • • • • •	2	3 Senate Judiciary Committee National Indivisible Calendar Senate Judiciary Committee October 3, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm The Senate Committee on the Judiciary is holding an oversight hearing on the Trump administration's decision to end the DACA program started under President Obama. Learn more about DACA, what you can do, and why it is critical that we stand up for immigrants here http://www.indivisible.org/resource/tell-senator-defend-daca-support-durbin-graham-dream-act/ . See more details October 3rd Lunch & Conversation with Dr. Willie Parker in COLS October 3rd Lunch & Conversation with Dr. Willie Parker in COLS October 3, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm King Arts Complex,King Art Complex, 867 Mt Vernon Ave, Columbus, OH 43203, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/124222188312835/ Join Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio and learn more about the valuable work Dr. Parker and Planned Parenthood are doing for reproductive health care in Ohio and across the country. Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio will be hosting Dr. Willie Parker at a lunch event on Tuesday, October 3 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the King Arts Complex in Columbus. Dr. Parker will speak about his faith and how it influences his progressive views on reproductive justice. Anchored by his Christian beliefs, Dr. Parker's work includes a focus on violence against women, sexual assault prevention, and reproductive health rights through advocacy, provision of contraceptive and abortion services, and men’s reproductive health care. Dr. Parker works throughout the south, including the only abortion clinic in Mississippi. He is chair of the board of Physicians for Reproductive Health and a board member of The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Justice and URGE.This event is free, but space is limited and registration is required. Lunch will be provided by Freedom a la Carte, a catering company that helps survivors of human trafficking learn practical job skills and prepare for sustainable employment within our community. This event is free but space is limited. Registration is required and your registration includes lunch. Please visit the link to reserve your seat: http://www.ppaction.org/site/Calendar?id=131860&view=Detail http://www.ppaction.org/ site/ Calendar?id=131860&view=Detail If you cannot attend this event on October 3 in Columbus, please check out the October 4th Lunch & Conversation with Dr. Willie Parker in Akron https://www.facebook.com/events/1918486231751769/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A29%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3A%22plan_user_invited%22%2C%22source%22%3A1%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22%5B%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22permalink%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22surface%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%5B%5D%7D%5D%22%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D&ref=29&ref_notif_type=plan_user_invited&source=1&action_history=%5B%7B%22surface%22%3A%22permalink%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%5B%5D%7D%5D&has_source=1 event. ( http://ow.ly/pmXw30f5NUg https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fow.ly%2FpmXw30f5NUg&h=ATNRFCuzvauMQdPTsPTLO_5Z2iRhUS3UBb0yVwFlanZCEukcBa0q84A-pIppEIeHSX2oCfKyGP1Ccq7skShixn5Qn09bmbxs0KX6MQSWGx0zRdtf5P-hGHRXPoJZrtPN22TEaXjp6wtymqM-W8fsF4VLPrY4lJMLd8vwgCXB7NaMmkw ) See more details House Rules Committee Vote on 2018 Budget Resolution National Indivisible Calendar House Rules Committee Vote on 2018 Budget Resolution October 3, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm The House of Representatives Rules Committee will vote to set the rules of debate in the House for the 2018 budget resolution. This is the first step the House has to take in order to unlock the reconciliation process (which allows them to pass legislation with only 50 votes in the Senate) to pass their tax scam bill. See more details NOH8 Campaign Open Photo Shoot NOH8 Campaign Open Photo Shoot October 3, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Axis,775 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/116441662407962/ Join the #NOH8Worldwide movement in COLUMBUS, OHIO and add your face to the fight for equal human rights! WHERE: Axis Nightclub 775 North High Street Columbus, OH 43215 DATE: Sunday Oct 8th, 2017 TIME: 3:00pm - 6:00pm COST: Single/Solo Photos: $40 Couple/Group Photos: $25 per person NOH8 accepts cash and credit cards only. Fees paid to participate cover services and costs for one edited digital print only, made available via noh8campaign.com https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fnoh8campaign.com%2F&h=ATMliKQKf_FRsBZ81fwwc7ADeHy7MR36e02nsZDpWuW1096bzZwgOw2dMibInTQJpy46VXyy6C5fupA8umv6_iQ1WiRzbDnqRayX9NlfvGXya7bQR4-BLKnX1Hfm2EyRmSyDdc1CCzfG_Bext0epTo0NP-eqP5RKSlH8MGLfPtks7KM , and do not include physical prints. * COME CAMERA-READY * * WEAR A WHITE SHIRT * * POSE & MAKE A STATEMENT! * The NOH8 Campaign returns to Axis Nightclub on Sunday, Oct 8th for an open photo shoot! Stop by anytime between 3pm-6pm to pose for an official NOH8 photo by photographer Adam Bouska. No reservations needed! Photos are first-come, first-served - and we move fast! Please arrive camera-ready with a plain white shirt to match the signature style of the NOH8 photos. When is the best time to arrive? Most people tend to arrive before the photo shoot begins, but as long as someone has lined up by the advertised end time for the photo shoot (6:00pm for this photo shoot), they should be guaranteed a chance to pose! Once you arrive, the next steps are easy! 1. Fill-out one numbered model release for each person. 2. Have a NOH8 temporary tattoo applied for your photo. 3. Standby for your number to be called. 4. Process your payment once called. 5. Trade your processed model release for duct tape! NOH8 Co-Founder Adam Bouska will photograph roughly 5-10 frames per person. One frame will be selected/edited by our team and made available within approximately eight weeks (timeline subject to change). INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? E-mail info@noh8campaign.com mailto:info@noh8campaign.com with your contact information and make sure to note which shoot you'd like to volunteer for! See more details House Party in Support of Betty Sutton for Governor House Party in Support of Betty Sutton for Governor October 3, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 415 Midgard Rd, Columbus, OH 43202-1408 https://www.facebook.com/events/1910568569269283 Betty Sutton is a strong supporter of workers in Ohio. She fought hard in Congress to preserve jobs in the auto industry, she is a friend of labor, she sponsored the amendment to the ACA that banned pre-existing conditions, and she is the right person to be our next governor of Ohio. See more details Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana October 3, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm It Looks Like It's Open,13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA http:// www.facebook.co m/events/1710101515949031 Queer Yoga is Columbus's first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated Safe(r) Space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Bring a mat. Queer Yoga Instructor Schedule: 1st Tues - Andy King 2nd Tues - Kelly Ish 3rd Tues - Kelsey Davis 4th Tues - Becca Alexander See more details • • • • • •	4 Senate Finance Committee: CHIP Re-Authorization Markup National Indivisible Calendar Senate Finance Committee: CHIP Re-Authorization Markup October 4, 2017 @ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm CHIP funding expired on September 30, 2017. The Senate Finance Committee will be convening to mark up S. 1827, the Keeping Kids’ Insurance Dependable and Secure (KIDS) Act, on Wednesday, October 4 to begin the process of re-authorizing this funding. See more details Silent March for Racial Justice Silent March for Racial Justice October 4, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Trinity Episcopal Church on Capitol Square,125 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/369558096815251 In a recent event at the Columbus Metropolian Club Mayor Andrew Ginther said “there is no evidence to support a pervasive issue [with racism] in the Columbus Division of Police.” We believe the first step is admitting you have a problem. Everyone wants to go home to their families at the end of the day, including officers, but right now there is a crisis in the streets of Columbus. Columbus Police have killed 5 Black men and boys in the past 15 months and brutalized countless more. Most recently, multiple CPD officers were caught on camera brutalizing Timothy Davis. He remains in custody being denied adequate medical care for his injuries. In an era of alternative facts and executive leadership who refuses to hear the cries of their people we seek a faithful response. We will never bridge the divide by pretending racism doesn't exist and silencing the cries of heartbroken Black families. Join us for a one mile silent march against racism and bigotry stepping off at 5:30pm from Trinity Episcopal Church. Mayor Ginther has been listening to big donors but not to low income people and people of color. He is hosting a thousand-dollar-a-plate fundraiser at Strongwater, a fancy restaurant in the Bottoms. We will break the silence by marching in silence, asking the Mayor -- Mark 8:18 Do you still not see or understand? Are your hearts hardened? Do you have eyes but fail to see, and ears but fail to hear? This event will be peaceful demonstration safe for all who want to participate. We will briefly train on nonviolent direct action before the march. Want some real, not alternative facts? - Less than a quarter of CPD personnel live in a Columbus zip code and only 2 recruits in the last graduating class were Black. - In 2016 50% of CPD's initiated traffic stops were Black drivers although they only make up about 25% of the population. - Columbus has multiple federal lawsuits pending for discrimination against African American officers and for excessive use of force against African American citizens. -*High profile Columbus Police killings: Deaunte Bell (25)- 2015; Henry Green (23)-2016; Kawme Patrick (25)- 2016; Tyre King (13)- 2016; Jaron Thomas (36)- 2017; Kareem Ali Nadir Jones (30)- 2017; Columbus Police brutality (recorded on video): DeMarko Anderson (26)- 2017; Timothy Davis (31)- 2017 See more details We Can Change Columbus - Will Petrik for Columbus City Council We Can Change Columbus - Will Petrik for Columbus City Council October 4, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 97 Westwood Rd, Columbus, OH 43214-3015, https://www.facebook.com/events/522291784776817 You're invited to join a Ginnie Vogts' house party on Tuesday, October 4 between 7:00 and 8:00 pm at Ginnie's (97 Westwood Road, Columbus, OH 43214) to help to change the leadership and direction of Columbus. Come show your support for Will Petrik's campaign for Columbus City Council, ask questions, and meet members of our community who share progressive values and goals for change. Will stands with the people in our community. He believes in compassion, equity, transparency, inclusion and honesty. He has the courage to stand up to ultra-wealthy developers and make sure they pay their fair share, so we can invest in our neighborhoods and our schools. Our political system has become corrupted by money and power. Join the YES WE CAN movement to get big money out of politics and bring people and communities back to the center of politics. Let's work to build a democracy where every voice matters. We suggest a donation of $100 to help with the campaign efforts for the NOVEMBER 7th Election. If that’s outside of your capacity to give, no worries. All are welcome! We need support to print materials, send mailers, and continue to build our grassroots efforts to not just run candidates, but to win seats at City Hall. Event Details: DATE: Tuesday, October 4th TIME: 7 - 8:00 PM LOCATION: Ginnie Vogts' home (97 Westwood Road, Columbus, OH 43214) If you're not able to make it, you can contribute to Will's campaign at the following link: http://www.crowdpac.com/campaigns/182009/petrik-for-the-people If you prefer to write a check, you can write your check out to Will Petrik for Columbus. And mail it to: Will Petrik for Columbus 2221 Myrtle Ave Columbus, OH 43211 Kid Friendly See more details • • •	5 House of Representatives Vote on 2018 Budget Resolution National Indivisible Calendar House of Representatives Vote on 2018 Budget Resolution October 5, 2017 The full House of Representatives will vote on a 2018 budget resolution. Once the Senate has passed the same budget resolution, Republicans will be able to use the reconciliation process ( which allows them to pass legislation with only 50 votes in the Senate) to pass their tax scam bill. See more details 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference October 5, 2017 @ 8:00 am-October 6, 2017 @ 4:30 pm CSCC Center for Workforce Development 315 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/1028288273980950 Ticket Information: http://www.maccinc.net The 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference will examine the impact of social determinants, the environmental conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. The goal of the conference is to address these barriers to improved health outcomes by fostering faith, community, and provider partnerships. This year's conference has over 16 breakout sessions, a plenary and two fantastic keynote speakers! CEs are avaiable for Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, and Counseling. Wellness Mental health Public health policy Healing See more details at Tiberi's at Tiberi's October 5, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 250 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA Every Thursday we rally at Representative Tiberi's office to show our opposition to the anti-american work of the current GOP congress. Free parking is available at the park across the street. See more details Give Her Hope Campaign Give Her Hope Campaign October 5, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 250 S. High Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/2073340106228499 GIVE HER HOPE A Campaign for Today DOWNTOWN YMCA At the Van Buren Center, we provide shelter to nearly 200 women and children each night. We have strong relationships with the people who will benefit most by reuniting with their families and can direct resources to maximize impact. We need to raise $60,000 in 60 days to support 200 women experiencing homelessness and reunite them with their families just in time for the holidays. Something as simple as a bus ticket can be the difference between a woman and her kids spending the holidays without a home... or spending the holidays surrounded by family, love and support. Suggested donation $50.00 You can make your gift online at http://ymcacolumbus.org/give or in person the evening of the fundraiser. Please make checks payable to Downtown YMCA. See more details Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) Monthly Meeting Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) Monthly Meeting October 5, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Driving Park Library, 1422 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43205 First Thursday of every month at Driving Park Library See more details CULYP Monthly Meet & Greet CULYP Monthly Meet & Greet October 5, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Soul at the Joseph 620 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Hosted by Columbus Urban League Young Professionals Ticket Information: Join us for our monthly Member Meet & Greet event. This is your opportunity to meet other CULYP members and learn more about getting involved in the movement. *YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A CURRENT CULYP MEMBER TO ATTEND! * Networking Free Admission See more details • • • • • •	6 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference October 5, 2017 @ 8:00 am-October 6, 2017 @ 4:30 pm CSCC Center for Workforce Development 315 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/1028288273980950 Ticket Information: http://www.maccinc.net The 14th Annual MACC Statewide Training Conference will examine the impact of social determinants, the environmental conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. The goal of the conference is to address these barriers to improved health outcomes by fostering faith, community, and provider partnerships. This year's conference has over 16 breakout sessions, a plenary and two fantastic keynote speakers! CEs are avaiable for Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, and Counseling. Wellness Mental health Public health policy Healing See more details •	7 Aryeh Alex October Canvass Aryeh Alex October Canvass October 7, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 1952 Harrisburg Pike, Grove City, OH 43123-3701 Hosted by Aryeh Alex for Franklin Township Join Aryeh Alex and his campaign for Franklin Township Trustee as we go door-to-door and talk to voters. We will meet at 1952 Harrisburg Pike, Grove City, Ohio 43123 at 10am and have donuts from Franklin Township's own Amy's Donuts, run through a quick training, pair up, and hit the doors. Any time you can commit will be much appreciated! Causes Free Admission Kid Friendly See more details CULYP Volunteer Opportunity at Meals on Wheels CULYP Volunteer Opportunity at Meals on Wheels October 7, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Meals On Wheels At Lifecare 670 Harmon Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43223 Hosted by Columbus Urban League Young Professionals "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others."- Martin Luther King Jr. We will be partnering with Meals on Wheels for 3 weekend dates (8/12, 10/7 & 12/16) to serve meals to the community. This is the perfect way to jump start your weekend by giving back! The community service will last from 10am-12pm meeting at 670 Harmon Ave. To sign up for one of the dates click on the link below: Causes See more details Columbus Crossing Borders Project at The United Church of Granville Columbus Crossing Borders Project at The United Church of Granville October 7, 2017 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm The United Church of Granville 115 W Broadway, Granville, Ohio 43023 https://www.facebook.com/events/476337216065076 As millions of people are fleeing war, terror and persecution, 34 artists and a film crew have embarked on a mission to inspire understanding, compassion and support. This effort is called The Columbus Crossing Borders Project, now a travelling art exhibit and a documentary film. Please join us on Saturday, October 7 at the United Church of Granville annex for the exhibit, the film, refreshments and conversation. See more details Tequila-tasting Fundraiser for David Robinson Tequila-tasting Fundraiser for David Robinson October 7, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm ,439 Colonial Ave, Worthington, OH 43085, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/730036987182001/ You are cordially invited to a fundraiser for David Robinson for Worthington City Council at the home of Joseph Mas and Linda Mercadante. Sample a selection of Tequilas and vote for your favorite! Homemade salsa and dips, baked treats, and of course, limes and salt! Suggested Contribution $25.00 See more details • • • •
8 Autism Speaks Walk Autism Speaks Walk October 8, 2017 Columbus Commons, 160 S High St, Columbus, Ohio 43215 The Stars will be walking for autism on Oct 8th on behalf of Jamie Higgins and her family as well as anyone else who has been impacted by autism. We are asking everyone to make a small donation to our team. Coaches are also encouraged to join the team, raise funds and walk with us Community See more details Autism Speaks Walk Autism Speaks Walk October 8, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am Columbus Commons,160 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA The Stars will be walking for autism on Oct 8th on behalf of Jamie Higgins and her family as well as anyone else who has been impacted by autism. We are asking everyone to make a small donation to our team. Coaches are also encouraged to join the team, raise funds and walk with us. See more details • •	9 Senate State Work Period National Indivisible Calendar Senate State Work Period October 9, 2017-October 13, 2017 @ The Senate will not meet today and your Senators will be working from your home state. This is a great time to find them at your local District Offices, and to look out for special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns to them directly. See more details Leadership/Action Leaders monthly meeting Leadership/Action Leaders monthly meeting October 9, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 437 Piedmont Rd, Columbus, OH 43214, USA See more details • •	10 Senate State Work Period National Indivisible Calendar Senate State Work Period October 9, 2017-October 13, 2017 @ The Senate will not meet today and your Senators will be working from your home state. This is a great time to find them at your local District Offices, and to look out for special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns to them directly. See more details Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana October 10, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm It Looks Like It's Open,13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA http:// www.facebook.co m/events/1710101515949031 Queer Yoga is Columbus's first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated Safe(r) Space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Bring a mat. Queer Yoga Instructor Schedule: 1st Tues - Andy King 2nd Tues - Kelly Ish 3rd Tues - Kelsey Davis 4th Tues - Becca Alexander See more details • •	11 Senate State Work Period National Indivisible Calendar Senate State Work Period October 9, 2017-October 13, 2017 @ The Senate will not meet today and your Senators will be working from your home state. This is a great time to find them at your local District Offices, and to look out for special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns to them directly. See more details 2017 Candidate Meet + Greet 2017 Candidate Meet + Greet October 11, 2017 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Columbus Bar Association 175 S 3rd St, Ste 1100, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/1691314414243117 Join us for the 2017 Candidate Meet and Greet! We have invited candidates running for Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk, Franklin County Municipal Court Judge, and Columbus City Attorney to attend. As with the prior three years, this year’s event will be jointly hosted by the John Mercer Langston Bar Association, the Women Lawyers of Franklin County, the Hispanic National Bar Association–Region X, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Central Ohio. SCHEDULE: The event will be casual with mingling for the first half hour. We will then give each candidate three minutes to address the audience beginning at 6:00 p.m. After all speakers have concluded, there will be more opportunity to mingle with members. NO COST: Admission is free and appetizers, beer and wine will be served. Please RSVP to WLFCrsvp@gmail.com mailto:WLFCrsvp@gmail.com by no later than October 4th, 2017 so that we may have an accurate count for refreshments. Free Admission See more details • •	12 Senate State Work Period National Indivisible Calendar Senate State Work Period October 9, 2017-October 13, 2017 @ The Senate will not meet today and your Senators will be working from your home state. This is a great time to find them at your local District Offices, and to look out for special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns to them directly. See more details Why Diversity & Inclusion Is Good for Your Company's Bottom Line Why Diversity & Inclusion Is Good for Your Company's Bottom Line October 12, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am PricewaterhouseCoopers 41 S. High Street https://www.facebook.com/events/133619517260002 Integrating People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities into the Workplace: Why It's Good for Your Company's Bottom Line Keynote Jule Kucera, SVP-Chief Diversity and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer of Fifth Third Bank Remarks and Roundtables: Madeline Borkin, Vice President of Sales and Kevin Martin, Chief Research and Marketing Officer at the Institute for Corporate Productivity. People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) comprise an underutilized population of potential employees proven to be a positive influence on co-workers, customers, the community and a company's bottom line. Join us to learn why hiring people with IDD is right for your company! 8:00 - 8:30am Welcome and Registration 8:30 - 10:00am Presentation and Roundtable Discussion Register here: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/diversity-inclusion-why-its-good-for-your-companys-bottom-line-registration-37709287494 Networking Free Admission See more details at Tiberi's at Tiberi's October 12, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 250 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA Every Thursday we rally at Representative Tiberi's office to show our opposition to the anti-american work of the current GOP congress. Free parking is available at the park across the street. See more details Constitutional Conversations: The 14th Amendment, Part 1 Constitutional Conversations: The 14th Amendment, Part 1 October 12, 2017 @ 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Columbus Bar Association 175 S 3rd St, Ste 1100, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/820354598133920 https://www.facebook.com/events/820354598133920 Ticket Information: http://www.cbalaw.org The 14th Amendment, Part 1: From Dred Scott v. Sanford to Brown v. The Board of Education Moderated by Kyle Strickland, The Kirwan Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnicity Recognition of basic civil rights to all was the utopian vision of those who penned the 14th amendment. Envisioned “Rights Guaranteed: Privileges and Immunities of Citizenship, Due Process, and Equal Protection” are foundational to modern life. Led by practicing civil rights attorneys and constitutional law professors, this examination of the constitution and the seminal cases defining the years spanning 1857 through the most famous desegregation case of all time decided in 1954 is not to be missed. The purpose of the discussion is not to stoke political divides, but rather to lessen the rhetoric by offering historical context, legal precedent, and active dialogue to foster a better understanding of today’s world events. These Constitutional Conversations will continue monthly, with the next session planned for November 9 to discuss The 14th Amendment: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 through Obergefell vs. Hodges. Free Admission See more details Women Trans Femme Shop Night Women Trans Femme Shop Night October 12, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Franklinton Cycle Works 897 W Broad St, Columbus, Ohio 43222 https://www.facebook.com/events/328313720926964 Join us for Women/Trans Femme Open Shop the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month from 6:00pm-8:30pm (Starting May 11, 2017). Franklinton Cycle Works' shop space, stands, and tools are available free of cost for any member of the Women/Trans/Femme community who wants to work on their bike. Volunteer mechanics are on hand to share their knowledge and experience. Bike not broken but still interested in skill building? GREAT! Want to check out the co-op and meet other WTF bikers? GREAT! In the past, as members of the Women/Trans/Femme community we may not have have felt safe or found existing spaces enjoyable. We have created our own space! If you feel you are a member of the Women/Trans/Femme community there is a space for you. A space to ask questions, receive instruction, become oriented to the shop, make friends, love bikes, and share your own skills. We are always looking for a new volunteers to help with this event. For more information, please email women.trans.femme@franklintoncycleworks.org mailto:women.trans.femme@franklintoncycleworks.org or just show up! Fitness Free Admission See more details Queer Yoga's THURSDAY Tadasana Queer Yoga's THURSDAY Tadasana October 12, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Art Outside the Lines,485 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/1929325250667057/ QUEER YOGA IS GROWING! We've heard from all of you that you'd be interested in another time of the week. We also know that our current location is not always easily accessible geographically. So here we are! This is the debut of our class on a Thursday night at a new space - a rad studio/gallery on the South Side called Art Outside The Lines. We will still have our Tuesday night class at ILLIO as usual, but if this goes well, we hope to start having class on Thursdays on a regular basis. So c'mon out! Queer Yoga is Columbus' first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated safe(r) space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Please bring a mat, though a few mats are available. We also have blocks and cushions to assist as props. See more details • • • • • •	13 Senate State Work Period National Indivisible Calendar Senate State Work Period October 9, 2017-October 13, 2017 @ The Senate will not meet today and your Senators will be working from your home state. This is a great time to find them at your local District Offices, and to look out for special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns to them directly. See more details Trump Administration: Deadline to Certify Iran Compliance with Nuclear Deal National Indivisible Calendar Trump Administration: Deadline to Certify Iran Compliance with Nuclear Deal October 13, 2017 Every 90 days, the Trump administration must certify that Iran is still complying with the terms of the nuclear deal, and that the deal is still in the United States' national interest. President Trump is expected to announce that he is de-certifying the deal during a speech on October 12, on the basis that it is no longer in the United States' national interest. If this happens, Congress will have 60 days to vote to re-impose sanctions on Iran, which would officially remove the United States from the deal - likely leading us into war with Iran. See more details • •	14 Zero Landfill - Community pick up day Zero Landfill - Community pick up day October 14, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 2500 International St, Columbus, OH 43228-4601 Zero Landfill is a beneficial reuse program assisting the architectural and interior design community in diverting specification samples away from the landfill, and re-purposing them back in the community. Free to the public. Bring your own bag and boxes for pickup! Shopping Free Admission See more details Monthly Meeting w/ Wendy Patton from Policy Matters Ohio Monthly Meeting w/ Wendy Patton from Policy Matters Ohio October 14, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fairfield County District Library, Lancaster https://www.facebook.com/events/228637744333101 WHY: “I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts, and beer.” ― Abraham Lincoln No beer, only doughnuts. PLEASE JOIN US! See more details 2017 Black Expo America - Columbus, Ohio 2017 Black Expo America - Columbus, Ohio October 14, 2017 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm The Columbus State Conference Center 315 Cleveland Ave, 4th floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Black Expo America Inc presents the 2017 Black Expo America in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, October 14, 2017, at Columbus State Community College. To become an exhibitor, sponsor or speaker or for more information send an email via info@blackexpoamerica.com or call 917-501-0614. Networking Networking Conference and event planner Expos Entrepreneurship Kid Friendly See more details A Conversation with Ajamu Baraka A Conversation with Ajamu Baraka October 14, 2017 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm A+ Arts Academy Junior High School, 270 S. Napoleon Ave., Columbus, OH 43213 https://www.facebook.com/events/1817625661815305 Join the Black Caucus of the Ohio Green Party in a conversation with Human Rights Activist Ajamu Baraka. Mr. Baraka is an internationally recognized leader of the emerging human rights movement in the U.S. and has been at the forefront of efforts to apply the international human rights framework to social justice advocacy in the U.S. for more than 25 years. He will be in Columbus, Ohio to engage and encourage our community in light of the recent incidents of police brutality, ongoing concerns about socio-economic conditions, and rise of activism in our city. Admission in FREE You can find out more information about this incredible activist at http://www.ajamubaraka.com/. Please send any inquiries to Brynette Turner at OhioGreenPartyBlackCaucus@gmail.com mailto:OhioGreenPartyBlackCaucus@gmail.com . Human rights Public speaking See more details • • • •
15 National Security in the Age of Trump National Security in the Age of Trump October 15, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Otterbein University 1 South Grove Street Towers, Room 110, Westerville, Ohio 43081 https://www.facebook.com/events/1529579903765743 With an inexperienced and unpredictable leader at the helm, our national security hasn't felt this precarious since the days of the Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Join us as National Security experts OSU Professor Mitchell Lerner and Major General Dennis Laich share their insights and expertise. Otterbein visiting professor Jason Keiber will moderate a panel discussion covering topics ranging from North Korea to Global Warming and beyond. There will be an opportunity for audience members to ask questions. Click on the link to get your free Eventbrite tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-security-in-the-age-of-trump-tickets-38148160174 The event will be held at Otterbein University in Towers Room 110. Parking is available on campus in the lot between Towers and Roush Hall. There is also street parking as indicated on signage. See more details •	16 House District Work Period National Indivisible Calendar House District Work Period October 16, 2017-October 20, 2017 @ The House will not meet today and your representative will be working from your congressional district. This is a great time to find him or her at your local District Office, or at special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns directly. See more details Restored Citizens & Communities for Change - Monthly Meeting Restored Citizens & Communities for Change - Monthly Meeting October 16, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 5:00 pm St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church,386 Buttles Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43215 www.rcc4c. org Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of the month from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, located at 386 Buttles Ave. in Columbus (just west of Goodale Park). About & Mission: RCC4C is an alliance of restored citizens and advocates who are working together to affect changes in our criminal justice system. We believe in a society where people are given second chances and the opportunity for redemption. Unfortunately, our present criminal justice system uses perpetuating punishment and collateral sanctions to create an underclass among us. The formerly incarcerated must have the ability to be rehabilitated and return to their families and the community with the tools necessary to rebuild and restructure their lives. Indeed, social justice demands that the criminal justice system be reevaluated, that barriers to employment, housing and other critical services be removed, and that increased resources—pre and post release—be used to assist individuals to restore their lives. Those closest to the problems have insights about these issues and their voices must be heard as solutions are crafted. Restored citizens’ perspectives and those whose lives have been impacted by the criminal justice system provide a different lens for community members and decision makers to think about criminal justice issues. This shift in thinking is necessary to achieve broad, meaningful, humane and lasting criminal justice reform. Advocacy Priorities: * Improve the support systems for those who are re-entering society from incarceration - It is estimated that 95% of prisoners will be released back into the community. These individuals and receiving communities would be better served if those who are returning have reliable access to housing, mental health care, recovery programs, and sustainable employment that will keep them out of poverty. This will help to reduce recidivism, reduce violence, and heal and stabilize families. * Promote humane treatment and restorative measures for those currently incarcerated – A majority of those entering our jails and prisons suffer with mental illness and/or addiction. These individuals need access to effective treatment. In 2015, Ohio prisons held 10 times the amount of mentally ill than mental health institutions in our state. [v] Furthermore, 80% of prisoners in Ohio have not completed high school and lack critical skills needed to maintain gainful employment, which is critical to the stability of the family. [vi] Restoration and rehabilitation needs to be central to the treatment of those currently incarcerated. * Lower the population in our county jails and state prisons – Our Jails and prisons are costly not only to individuals and families who are directly impacted by incarceration, but also to the taxpayers in Ohio. Since 1980 Ohio’s prison population has more than tripled. 1 in 4 state employees work in corrections. [vii] There are many areas in need of reform to help reduce the numbers of people incarcerated, including how we police our communities, creating more alternatives to incarceration, sentencing reform, and changing policies like mandatory minimums which limit judicial discretion. * Address policies and practices which serve as the foundation for unequal representation of black males, people of color, and the economically disadvantaged within the criminal justice system- The majority of individuals incarcerated are already marginalized in our society. Many policies and procedures used in our criminal justice system further target and disenfranchise these populations, increasing opportunity and wealth disparities in our communities. Issues like high costs for attorneys, court fees and bail also place many at a disadvantage maneuvering the criminal justice system. See more details • •	17 House District Work Period National Indivisible Calendar House District Work Period October 16, 2017-October 20, 2017 @ The House will not meet today and your representative will be working from your congressional district. This is a great time to find him or her at your local District Office, or at special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns directly. See more details Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana October 17, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm It Looks Like It's Open,13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA http:// www.facebook.co m/events/1710101515949031 Queer Yoga is Columbus's first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated Safe(r) Space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Bring a mat. Queer Yoga Instructor Schedule: 1st Tues - Andy King 2nd Tues - Kelly Ish 3rd Tues - Kelsey Davis 4th Tues - Becca Alexander See more details • •	18 House District Work Period National Indivisible Calendar House District Work Period October 16, 2017-October 20, 2017 @ The House will not meet today and your representative will be working from your congressional district. This is a great time to find him or her at your local District Office, or at special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns directly. See more details Attorney General Jeff Sessions Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee National Indivisible Calendar Attorney General Jeff Sessions Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee October 18, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 am Attorney General Jeff Sessions will testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on issues related to oversight of the Department of Justice. This is the first oversight hearing in front of the committee since Sessions was sworn in. Expected topics for his testimony include the Department's budget proposals and Sessions' role in the ongoing Trump-Russia scandal. See more details • •	19 House District Work Period National Indivisible Calendar House District Work Period October 16, 2017-October 20, 2017 @ The House will not meet today and your representative will be working from your congressional district. This is a great time to find him or her at your local District Office, or at special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns directly. See more details Senate: 2018 Budget Resolution vote National Indivisible Calendar Senate: 2018 Budget Resolution vote October 19, 2017 The Senate will vote on the 2018 budget resolution, which is the first step in a multi-step process for passing the Trump Tax Scam. See more details 2017 Transforming Care Conference 2017 Transforming Care Conference October 19, 2017 @ 9:00 am-October 20, 2017 @ 5:00 pm Fawcett Event Center 2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43210 The Equitas Health Institute for LGBTQ Health Equity is hosting the 2017 Transforming Care: LGBTQ & HIV/AIDS Health Equity Conference on October 19-20 at The Ohio State University Fawcett Center. Activists, academics, community members, and health & social service professionals are encouraged to attend this two-day conference that addresses health disparities affecting the LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS community. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for professionals and community members to come together to share not only research and best practices but practical information like family planning, wellness activities, and health and safety initiatives. This year’s theme will be “Health Across the Lifespan” with a focus on: • Mental and Behavioral Health • Access to Care • Cultural Competency and Cultural Humility • Advocacy and Community Engagement • Clinical/Medical • Holistic Health Activities (i.e. meditation, yoga, aromatherapy, poetry) CEUs: Equitas Health is an accredited provider of CEs for Social Workers and Counselors. The total number of contact hours for this program is currently pending. Equitas Health is an accredited provider of MCEs from the Ohio Psychological Association (#311126780). The total number of contact hours for this program is currently pending. Health ⋅ Wellness Health See more details 2017 Transforming Care Conference 2017 Transforming Care Conference October 19, 2017 @ 9:00 am-October 20, 2017 @ 5:00 pm Fawcett Event Center 2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43210 The Equitas Health Institute for LGBTQ Health Equity is hosting the 2017 Transforming Care: LGBTQ & HIV/AIDS Health Equity Conference on October 19-20 at The Ohio State University Fawcett Center. Activists, academics, community members, and health & social service professionals are encouraged to attend this two-day conference that addresses health disparities affecting the LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS community. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for professionals and community members to come together to share not only research and best practices but practical information like family planning, wellness activities, and health and safety initiatives. This year’s theme will be “Health Across the Lifespan” w... See More Health ⋅ Wellness Health See more details at Tiberi's at Tiberi's October 19, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 250 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA Every Thursday we rally at Representative Tiberi's office to show our opposition to the anti-american work of the current GOP congress. Free parking is available at the park across the street. See more details PTAC Meet the Candidates Night PTAC Meet the Candidates Night October 19, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Worthington City Schools,200 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/273236116500079/ Hosted by PTAC (PTA Council) Meet the Candidates Night Thursday, October 19th 7:30-8:30pm WEC Board Room 200 E. Wilson Bridge Road - Listen to at least 6 of the 7 candidates (3 incumbents & 3 challengers) - Learn their positions on various issues (3 of the 5 Board of Education seats are available) - Hear responses to your questions See more details • • • • • •	20 House District Work Period National Indivisible Calendar House District Work Period October 16, 2017-October 20, 2017 @ The House will not meet today and your representative will be working from your congressional district. This is a great time to find him or her at your local District Office, or at special events that they will participate in, like townhalls, so you can express your concerns directly. See more details 2017 Transforming Care Conference 2017 Transforming Care Conference October 19, 2017 @ 9:00 am-October 20, 2017 @ 5:00 pm Fawcett Event Center 2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43210 The Equitas Health Institute for LGBTQ Health Equity is hosting the 2017 Transforming Care: LGBTQ & HIV/AIDS Health Equity Conference on October 19-20 at The Ohio State University Fawcett Center. Activists, academics, community members, and health & social service professionals are encouraged to attend this two-day conference that addresses health disparities affecting the LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS community. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for professionals and community members to come together to share not only research and best practices but practical information like family planning, wellness activities, and health and safety initiatives. This year’s theme will be “Health Across the Lifespan” with a focus on: • Mental and Behavioral Health • Access to Care • Cultural Competency and Cultural Humility • Advocacy and Community Engagement • Clinical/Medical • Holistic Health Activities (i.e. meditation, yoga, aromatherapy, poetry) CEUs: Equitas Health is an accredited provider of CEs for Social Workers and Counselors. The total number of contact hours for this program is currently pending. Equitas Health is an accredited provider of MCEs from the Ohio Psychological Association (#311126780). The total number of contact hours for this program is currently pending. Health ⋅ Wellness Health See more details 2017 Transforming Care Conference 2017 Transforming Care Conference October 19, 2017 @ 9:00 am-October 20, 2017 @ 5:00 pm Fawcett Event Center 2400 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43210 The Equitas Health Institute for LGBTQ Health Equity is hosting the 2017 Transforming Care: LGBTQ & HIV/AIDS Health Equity Conference on October 19-20 at The Ohio State University Fawcett Center. Activists, academics, community members, and health & social service professionals are encouraged to attend this two-day conference that addresses health disparities affecting the LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS community. The conference will provide a unique opportunity for professionals and community members to come together to share not only research and best practices but practical information like family planning, wellness activities, and health and safety initiatives. This year’s theme will be “Health Across the Lifespan” w... See More Health ⋅ Wellness Health See more details Domestic Violence Charity Open Mat for Choices Domestic Violence Charity Open Mat for Choices October 20, 2017 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Columbus https://www.facebook.com/events/904049273081265/ My Bruises Are From and Relson Gracie Academy - Columbus will be hosting a fundraising open mat for Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. This event, at the home academy of Founder, Nicole Beach, will benefit Choices Eliminating Domestic Violence 1 in 4 women, 1 in 7 men, are survivors of domestic violence. Surprised at how high the numbers are? Statistics show that you probably know and have even trained with a survivor -- whether you know it or not. Chances are too, that you know someone who is still in an unhealthy and unsafe living environment where the shame and stigma from abuse keeps them suffering in silence. Come help us SUBMIT THE SILENCE to END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. Be their voice while we enjoy the sport that we all love. Bring material goods to donate and help us raise funds for the shelters and survivor support services that rebuild lives. Help our family, friends and neighbors know that abuse is not okay, that they have a voice, and they have a choice! All proceeds from My Bruises Are From patches and apparel sales from this event will be donated to Choices in Columbus, along with any direct donations collected at the door. Suggested mat fee/donation is $20 and/or bring material donations from the charity wish list (will be posted in discussion). See more details BQIC Presents: Art Against Police Brutality BQIC Presents: Art Against Police Brutality October 20, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Art Outside the Lines 485 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/1915297872061715 Please join Black Queer and Intersectional Columbus in our movement to resist police brutality, violence, and other forms of oppression -- this time through art! Join us for our art benefit show on Friday, October 20! We will have a silent auction of local artists' work and all proceeds will go towards the #BlackPride4 and BQIC's organizing efforts to support Black queer and trans folks and fight police brutality. Also look forward to... ~ Local artist market! ~ Local bands performing live! ~ Food trucks! ~ 21+ bar with cheap drinks! Come hear amazing live local music, drink, eat great food, and buy some art for a good cause! FOR ARTISTS INTERESTED IN DONATING: We are asking all local artists to donate art for a silent auction for this event -- funds from the silent auction will go toward BQIC's initiatives to support Black queer and trans people and fight against police brutality. In addition, we have a nice surprise in store for all art donors: the opportunity to sell your own artwork (for your profit!!) at the Artist Market that evening! If you'd like to donate and sell your art at our event on October 20, please donate your art by Wednesday, Oct 18th. All artwork can be dropped off at Art Outside the Lines (485 E Livingston Ave) during business hours. Contact Kris Keilhorn at iamlittlegoattt@gmail.com mailto:iamlittlegoattt@gmail.com for more information. Kid Friendly See more details • • • • •	21 B • R • E • A • D! Festival B • R • E • A • D! Festival October 21, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dublin Arts Council 7125 Riverside Dr, Dublin, Ohio 43016 The 2nd annual B.R.E.A.D! festival of arts and community takes place in Historic Dublin, Ohio on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017 from 12 to 9 p.m. Activities will include community booths, traditional music and dance, hands-on artmaking, international cuisine, bread vendors, food trucks, a global marketplace and more. The festival is free of charge and is being developed by a diverse group of community members to preserve cultural authenticity. The festival, presented by Dublin Arts Council, embraces the B.R.E.A.D. acronym: Bake, Reconnect, Educate, make Art & celebrate Diversity. For more information, visit or contact Dublin Arts Council at 614-889-7444. Community Free Admission See more details Robinson for Worthington House Party at the Cordrays' Robinson for Worthington House Party at the Cordrays' October 21, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 668 Hartford St, Worthington, OH 43085-4122 https://www.facebook.com/events/1526701484091872 Please Join Us for a House Party in Support of David Robinson, candidate for Worthington City Council at the home of Kathy and Frank Cordray in the heart of Old Worthington. Meet the candidate and hear about his vision for Worthington while enjoying beverages from local merchants House Wine and Ohio Beer Co. Many thanks to our host committee: Anita & Tom Beck Melissa & Jack Conrath Brinda Copsey Stephen Daley & Robert Conley Nancy & Doug Foust Vicki & Eric Gnezda Sarah Lee Gold Nikki & David Hudson Janetta King & John Stephan Joe Mas & Linda Mercandante Tina & David Niven Jutta Catharine Pegues Lucie Pollard Zack Space See more details Op Feed the Streets: Columbus Op Feed the Streets: Columbus October 21, 2017 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Saunders Park https://www.facebook.com/events/1094517967345489/ Op. Feed the Streets is a monthly event in which we provide a free food and other services to our community, from community members. This will be our 1st event at Saunders Park, but our 10th event in the City of Columbus. Please come out and support our efforts. See more details An Innovation Ohio Fundraiser: A Tribute to Ted Strickland An Innovation Ohio Fundraiser: A Tribute to Ted Strickland October 21, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel 50 N 3rd St, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/272227853293824 Ticket Information: http://innovationohio.org Please join special guest Governor Jay Inslee of Washington for a tribute to Ted Strickland VIP Reception hosted by Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish (entry with ticket): 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM General program and dinner: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM RSVP here: http://innovationohio.org/tribute/ All proceeds benefit Innovation Ohio and efforts to advance progressive policies. See more details • • • •
22 Interfaith Service to End Sexual Violence in the Fields Interfaith Service to End Sexual Violence in the Fields October 22, 2017 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm First Congregational Church UCC 444 E Broad St, Columbus, Ohio 43215 https://www.facebook.com/events/372982776469949 On Sunday, October 22nd at 4:00pm, join the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW) and allies for a moving interfaith service at First Congregational Church of Christ to prayerfully enjoin Wendy's to stand with farmworker women in ending sexual violence in the fields. Representatives from the CIW's formidable Women's Group will be in attendance at the service, sharing their experiences and uniting in the struggle for justice with Columbus-based faith communities. This service is co-hosted by: First Unitarian Universalist of Columbus ABUBAKAR ASIDDIQ ISLAMIC CENTER St Philip's Episcopal Church Church of the Saviour-United Methodist, Westerville, Ohio North Columbus Friends Meeting The next day, on Monday, October 23rd, participants are invited to join CIW farmworker women and their Columbus allies for a major public witness at Wendy's Dublin headquarters (located at 1 Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, Ohio). Over the weekend, join us as clergy and local congregations come together — in ritual and in action — to strengthen our commitment to support farmworker women in their struggle to build an agricultural industry that is free of sexual violence. For more information, please email: uriel@allianceforfairfood.org mailto:uriel@allianceforfairfood.org . Visit the Harvest Without Violence website to learn more: http://www.boycott-wendys.org/harvestwithoutviolence Religion Kid Friendly See more details •	23 MYMM- Gender By Us Conversation MYMM- Gender By Us Conversation October 23, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 1350 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212-2901 https://www.facebook.com/events/1901820416806392 Join us this Make Your Mark Monday for a Gender By Us conversation! Gender By Us, created by The Women's Fund, is a conversation tool used to spark change, mobilize advocates for gender equality and generate dialogue surrounding the impacts of implicit biases and gender norms. Before the event, be sure to follow the link below and take the short test titled, Gender- Career IAT, as we will take some time to discuss our results during the conversation. http://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html See more details •	24 Young Dems Meet and Greet with Joe Schiavoni! Young Dems Meet and Greet with Joe Schiavoni! October 24, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 12 S Sandusky St, Delaware, OH 43015-2327 https://www.facebook.com/events/2025654594330200 Join the Delaware County Young Democrats for a meet and greet with Democratic Candidate for Governor, Ohio State Senator Joe Schiavoni! Our first event in a series of Meet and Greets with the Democratic candidates for Governor. Come out to meet the candidates and learn more about the Delaware County Young Dems. All young and "young-at-heart" Dems are welcome! Check back here for updates. Free Admission Kid Friendly Politics See more details Monthly Social and Connecting Opportunities - Columbus Inner Circle Monthly Social and Connecting Opportunities - Columbus Inner Circle October 24, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm King Avenue 5 945 King Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43212 https://www.facebook.com/events/134771300499476 Have you tried the traditional business networks and found they were ineffective? Too costly? Too salesy? Too much taking and not enough giving? Then maybe our monthly social is what you’re looking for. Let’s face it, many business networking groups are a waste of your time. You’re bombarded with people trying to sell you something or get your business – but it is rarely reciprocated or coming from a place of contribution. The goal of Columbus Inner Circle is to create something different. We want to attract members that are not only interested in getting referrals, but also want to give of themselves to encourage and help strengthen the businesses of the other group members. And, of course, to pass along quality referrals we may have. The key to a truly effective business network is establishing trusting relationships that are safe. We all know the business adage, “we do business with those we know, like, and trust”. That takes time and commitment establishing that kind of connections. It is only in that environment, however, that most of us feel comfortable referring our most coveted possession – our sphere of family, friends, and clients. If you are only looking for an opportunity to push your business on others, this is not the group for you. If you are interested in establishing advocates for you and your business AND are willing to give to others as well, then we encourage you to check us out. TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT AND CAN BE PURCHASED AT http://www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-social-and-connecting-opportunities-tickets-38819614512 ****NOTE: Food and drinks will be available for purchase*** See more details Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana October 24, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm It Looks Like It's Open,13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA http:// www.facebook.co m/events/1710101515949031 Queer Yoga is Columbus's first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated Safe(r) Space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Bring a mat. Queer Yoga Instructor Schedule: 1st Tues - Andy King 2nd Tues - Kelly Ish 3rd Tues - Kelsey Davis 4th Tues - Becca Alexander See more details • • •	25 October Weinland Park Community Meeting October Weinland Park Community Meeting October 25, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Weinland Park Community Civic Association,Weinland Park, Columbus, Ohio 43201 Time: 6:30 P.M. Until 8:00 P.M. Place: Schoenbaum Family Center Address: 175 E. 7th Ave (at the corner of 7th Ave & Summit St) Food is provided =-) Please come join us for a meal and be informed. 1.You will know what is going on in your neighborhood. 2.Meet your neighbors. 3.You can ask questions get answers and address your concerns 4.Learn about employment and training opportunities. 5. And much more! We would love to have your support, involvement and commitment. _______________ Hora: 6:30 P.M. Hasta 8:00 P.M. Lugar: Schoenbaum Family Center Direccion:175 E. 7th Ave (en la esquina de la 7th Ave & Summit St) Se proporcionan alimentos =-) Por favor acompenos para compartir una comida y por ser informado. 1. Sabra que esta sucediendo en su vecindario. 2. Conocer a sus vecinos. 3. Podra hacer preguntas y consequiras respuestas.. 4. Aprender sobre oportunidades de empleo y entrenamiento. 5.. Y muchas mas! Nos encantara contar con su apoyo, participacion y compromiso. See more details •	26 House of Representatives: Vote on Budget Resolution National Indivisible Calendar House of Representatives: Vote on Budget Resolution October 26, 2017 The House of Representatives is expected to vote on House Concurrent Resolution 71, the 2018 budget resolution. Because this bill is a concurrent resolution, it does not need to be signed into law by the president and therefore takes effect when both chambers of Congress pass it. The House is expected to vote on the same text the Senate passed on October 19; as a result, the budget will take effect as soon as the House passes it, and unlock the reconciliation process in the Senate for the Trump Tax Scam. See more details at Tiberi's at Tiberi's October 26, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 250 E Wilson Bridge Rd, Worthington, OH 43085, USA Every Thursday we rally at Representative Tiberi's office to show our opposition to the anti-american work of the current GOP congress. Free parking is available at the park across the street. See more details Women Trans Femme Shop Night Women Trans Femme Shop Night October 26, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 6:00 pm Franklinton Cycle Works,897 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43222, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/1426107890829772/ Join us for Women/Trans Femme Open Shop the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month from 6:00pm-8:30pm (Starting May 11, 2017). Franklinton Cycle Works' shop space, stands, and tools are available free of cost for any member of the Women/Trans/Femme community who wants to work on their bike. Volunteer mechanics are on hand to share their knowledge and experience. Bike not broken but still interested in skill building? GREAT! Want to check out the co-op and meet other WTF bikers? GREAT! In the past, as members of the Women/Trans/Femme community we may not have have felt safe or found existing spaces enjoyable. We have created our own space! If you feel you are a member of the Women/Trans/Femme community there is a space for you. A space to ask questions, receive instruction, become oriented to the shop, make friends, love bikes, and share your own skills. We are always looking for a new volunteers to help with this event. For more information, please email women.trans.femme@franklintoncycleworks.org mailto:women.trans.femme@franklintoncycleworks.org or just show up! Fitness Free Admission See more details • • •	27	28 Honeysuckle removal & tree planting: volunteer service-Westerville Honeysuckle removal & tree planting: volunteer service-Westerville October 28, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Boyer Nature Preserve 100 Orchard Ln, Westerville, Ohio 43081 https://www.facebook.com/events/103398116908459 Friends of Alum Creek & Tributaries (FACT) is looking for volunteers to help remove invasive honeysuckle bushes, plant native trees, and clean-up trash from within Westerville's Boyer Nature Preserve on Saturday, October 28 starting 9:00 AM at 452 E. Park Street, Westerville, OH. This is being held in conjuction with national Make a Difference Day Wetlands in an urban environment are rare and serve as natural habitat for a large variety of wildlife species such as frogs, turtles, snakes, fish, birds, and unusual acquatic plants and diverse insects. Meet at park entrance located at the corner of Park Street & Orchard Lane. Please wear outdoor work clothes (long pants) and sturdy shoes or work boots. Bring... See More Community Environmental policy Gardening Volunteering Free Admission Kid Friendly See more details Women's Self Defense & Rape Prevention Class Women's Self Defense & Rape Prevention Class October 28, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Columbus Space 180 Outerbelt St, Columbus, Ohio 43213 https://www.facebook.com/events/333221750482505 Protect Yourself in a Violent Situation. The class is designed to provide a basic knowledge of self-defense. Including hands on techniques to help survive an unwanted attack. This class is open to all Female Identified individuals. Students will learn and practice breakaway techniques for various holds including counter techniques designed to provide “Get Away” time. In addition to the physical techniques, we will discuss strategies to heighten awareness and situational avoidance. Students should wear loose fitting clothing i.e.; Sweats or workout clothes, shorts may not be the best idea. Tennis shoes or no shoes. Be prepared to grapple, strike, and put hands on, each other. Most of all come prepared to learn, you may hear things you already know, but you may also come away with a new perspective on the best way to protect yourself. Cost: Non-Members - $15 Members $10 Premium Free Instructor Bio - Steve Zimmer is a 3rd degree black belt in Songham Taekwondo. During his twelve years with the American Taekwondo Association he was a Certified Instructor and owned his own School in Sedalia Missouri. He was certified to teach Pressure Point Control Tactics to law enforcement and civilian groups. He was also a certified instructor in Women’s Self Defense and Rape Prevention. ~~~ All events at The Space are for those 19+ years old and older ~~~ All events at The Space are substance and alcohol free Health Martial arts Taekwondo See more details Take a Knee, Stand against Shelley Meyer Take a Knee, Stand against Shelley Meyer October 28, 2017 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ohio State University Horse Shoe https://www.facebook.com/events/138786173421414 On October 28 at 1:00 PM activists will gather near the OSU football stadium (better known as the Shoe) to kneel in solidarity with Colin Kapernick and take a stand against Shelley Meyer's tweet. We will meet in a location TBD and rally before marching to the stadium gates. We plan to arrive just before the national anthem and take a knee. We will stay there for as long as possible, up to kick off when we will march away. Why are we doing this? On October 16, 2017 Shelley Meyer made it very clear that she does not support Colin Kapernick and his fight against police brutality towards POC. For those who don't know, Shelley is OSU football coach Urban Meyer's wife. When 10TV news posted a tweet about Kapernick filing grievances against the NFL, she responded "What-ever. He made his choices." It is absolutely unacceptable for the wife of a football coach to condemn the actions of the NFL and "take a knee." We must stand (better yet kneel) in solidarity with Kapernick where it needs done the most. The Shoe. The Meyer's need to know that we do not accept Shelley and her negative reaction to Kapernick, and we certainly do not accept her half hearted apology she posted later. See more details • • •
29	30 Senate Foreign Relations Committee: Hearing on new AUMF National Indivisible Calendar Senate Foreign Relations Committee: Hearing on new AUMF October 30, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rex Tillerson and James Mattis will testify in front of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about the administration's current and future war authority. The United States has been using the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) passed after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 to justify its military actions across the globe. See more details •	31 Socktober Turkish Coffee Readings Socktober Turkish Coffee Readings October 31, 2017 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm MAZAH Mediterranean Eatery,1453 Grandview Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, USA https://www.facebook.com/events/1402979833133779 Help us buy socks for the people in our Columbus Community. We want to do our part for the community this winter. As a family we feel that food and clothing are essential for our homeless and less fortunate community to survive this coming winter. This year we are asking for support as we support Socktober. All proceeds for this event will go towards sock purchase for both the Kids and Adults in our community that are in need. -Ticket Purchase- Tickets for the Coffee Reading are $25. You can get them in person at Mazah Eatery. Each ticket is good for One reading. -Donate Your Socks- If you have lightly worn or new socks you'd like to get rid of, we are collecting them as well! Every sock counts! ‼️They don't have to match if their pair is missing‼️ We are also having a missing sock drive!!! Bring those unwanted so-ckers over! -Volunteers- If you'd like to volunteer your help for the event we are looking for hands to help us collect socks and help out on the day of as well. Do you know how to do a coffee reading? We are looking for a couple more Turkish Coffee readers for the day of the event. If you have any suggestions please message us through Facebook! Thank you!!!! See more details Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana Queer Yoga's Tuesday Tadasana October 31, 2017 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm It Looks Like It's Open,13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, OH 43202, USA http:// www.facebook.co m/events/1710101515949031 Queer Yoga is Columbus's first queer-focused yoga class that offers professional yoga instruction in a designated Safe(r) Space. We endeavor to cultivate an atmosphere of acceptance and community in all we do, from sun salutations to post-yoga snack time. Whether you are new to yoga, or you can complete a headstand without assistance, you will find something to challenge and deepen your practice. Class fees are $6 for ALL participants. Everyone is welcome. Bring a mat. Queer Yoga Instructor Schedule: 1st Tues - Andy King 2nd Tues - Kelly Ish 3rd Tues - Kelsey Davis 4th Tues - Becca Alexander See more details • •

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