Community Calendar
Friday, May 11, 2012
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Fri May 11 Visit Eco-Friendly Shepherd’s Corner on Fridays 11 am – 6 pm
Spend time at Shepherd’s Corner. Walk past the animal pastures and farm gardens, walk the meditation trail, or walk the labyrinth. Bring a picnic; eating area is the patio at the barn. We ask all visitors to sign in at the barn upon arrival. Suggested Donation: $2 per person. Location: 987 N Waggoner Rd, Blacklick, OH 43004-9505. Phone: 614-866-4302 Email: shepherdscorner@sbcglobal.net. Web: http://shepherdscorner.org.
Fri May 11 Qigong & Tai Chi Class to Enhance Our Health & Vitality 6 – 7 pm
A mind body practice enhancing our health and vitality and empowering proactive participation in our own healthcare. Classes will focus primarily on the practice of Integral Qigong and Bu Zheng Qigong, also known as Medical Qigong. Medical Qigong focuses on the essence of the Qigong “state” in which energy channels of the body are open and circulating and the natural healing mechanisms of our own body are operating optimally with the greatest capacity for health and wellness. Classes are designed to relieve stress, improve physical balance and heart health, increase immune function and improve mental focus and clarity. First class is free! $10 at the door or buy 6 sessions for $50. Meets every Friday. Location: Chushin Center 2350 Wood Avenue (From SR 315, west on Lane Ave. to Kenny at first light, north on Kenny and right or east on first street). Contact: Lori Candon <chushincenter@gmail.com> or visit: <www.annettefranks.com>
Fri May 11 Simply Living 2nd Friday Social at City Folk’s Farm Shop 6:30 – 8:30 pm
City Folks Farm Shop is a brand new store that assists central Ohio home gardeners, backyard livestock raisers, and homesteaders. One of the pillars of the store is to connect people who are urban farming, keeping bees, raising backyard chickens, and are committed to becoming more self sufficient. They are putting together a full schedule of re-skilling and learning workshops to foster sustainability and resilience in our community. Help us welcome these entrepreneurs to our area! We will also be talking about Simply Living’s role in Central Ohio as the Transition Hub. What does that mean? – Come and find out! Bring a friend, and wear your best overalls. Location: City Folks Farm Shop, 4760 North High St, Columbus, 43214; 614-946-5553.
Fri May 11 Thich Nhat Hanh Mindfulness Group Meets Weekly at Unity East in Pickerington 7 pm
The Violet Path, a mindfulness group based on the work of Thich Nhat Hanh, is led weekly on Friday evenings by Rosealee White. Location: 170 E. Columbus St, Pickerington, OH 43147. Contact: Janet Miller <kenorjanetmiller@wowway.com> or 837-9860.
Fri May 11 Benefit Concert for Homeless Outreach Ministries at New Life United Methodist Church 7 pm
Doors open at 6 pm. The Strung Up Bluegrass band open at 7 pm, followed by “an intimate evening with Marty Raybon,” Grammy award winner, playing solo with his guitar. Free admission with suggested $10 donation. Refreshments and silent auction. New packages of socks and underwear are needed! Location: New Life United Methodist Church, 25 West 5th Ave in the Short North.
Fri May 11 Acoustic Open Mic at Java Central in Westerville 7 – 10 pm
Diverse players from all over central Ohio singing folk rock, country, progressive rock (acoustic, of course), country, jazz, & blues. New Orleans singer SHANE will perform a set tonight! Location: 20B South State Street, Westerville, OH 43081; ph: 614-839-0698. Contact: <info@java-central.com>
Fri May 11 Bug Hounds at King Avenue 5 “Music Hall” in Grandview 8:30 pm – 12 Midnight
Happy Spring from the Bug Hounds! Not only is King Avenue 5 a great sports bar and restaurant, but their “Music Hall” boasts a new house sound system with great acoustics. It’s the perfect place to catch the Bug Hounds live! King Avenue 5 is fast becoming Columbus’ premier music venue for local talent, so if you haven’t experience KA5 yet, do check it out. This show also marks the debut of Scott Maruskin on bass guitar and vocals, so come on out and give Scott a warm welcome. Location: King Avenue Five Restaurant and Lounge http://kingavenuefive.com/, 945 King Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212 (between Kenny and Olentangy). More on the Bug Hounds here.
“A good question is never answered. It is not a bolt to be tightened into place but a seed to be planted and to bear more seed toward the hope of greening the landscape of ideas.” ~ John Anthony Ciardi
Sat May 12 Adena Brook Community Clean Up 9 – 11 am
This month, the focus will continue to be the Garlic Mustard (that has returned with a vengeance) and litter in the stream. Location: Meet at Overbrook & High; Overbrook & Canyon; Overbrook and Yaronia; Overbrook and Indianola for signing in and getting supplies. We look forward to another wonderful community day working together in our ravines. (Or if you have another time that works better for your volunteering, just report to us the chore you have done and the hours you have worked for our records & reporting to Keep Columbus Beautiful. Every little bit of help is very important.) Contact: Judy Robinson <judyrob59@gmail.com>.
Sat May 12 Family Farm Chores at Stratford Ecological Center 9 – 11:30 am
Rise with the rooster and head out to the farm to assist the farmer with morning chores. Families will learn about the special needs of a diverse small family farm while feeding grain and hay, filling water, gathering and washing eggs, and milking goats (starting in June). $12/family. Limit 6 families. Call 740-363-2548 or email info@
Sat May 12 Clintonville Farmers Market Features “Dirt Day” 9 am – 12 noon
This is the 10th season for the Clintonville Farmers’ Market, an outdoor, 3-season, producer-only market in the heart of Clintonville. This year, the market runs every Saturday, 9 am to noon, April 28 – October 27, with the Harvest Market November 17. The Timbre Wolves play music. Park your bike, wagon, stroller at the free Baer Wheels bike corral. . More info is online. Location: N. High St, between Orchard Ln and W. Dunedin Rd, Clintonville 43214.
Sat May 12 Plant Sale at Shepherd’s Corner 9 am – 3 pm
Purchase organic bedding plants: heirloom tomatoes, sweet peppers, hot peppers, broccoli, eggplant, basil and other herbs. Our maple syrup, bee smooth hand cream, soap, and other homemade products will be on sale. Location: 987 N Waggoner Rd Blacklick, OH 43004-9505. Phone: 614-866-4302 Email: shepherdscorner@sbcglobal.net. Web: http://shepherdscorner.org.
Sat May 12 Children’s Aikido Classes Ages 7-14 Offered at Chushin Center 9:30 – 10:30 am
Aiki-Kids ages 7-14 meet Saturday mornings. Location: 2350 Wood Ave, Columbus, OH 43221; 614-547-2454 (AIKI). Email: <chushincenter@gmail.com> or visit <www.chushincenter.com> for more information & see other offerings. (Aiki Cubs ages 4-6.)
Sat May 12 Wild Ones Tour in Worthington: Members & Non-Members Welcome 10 am
Don, a naturalist, living in downtown Worthington has a combination of native plants and other species that grow throughout the United States that he will discuss with us. You will see the first year results of converting the strip between the curb and sidewalk into native plants. Location: the home of Don & Lois Humphrey, 251 Sandbridge Circle, Worthington, OH 43085. Contact Barbara at 614 638 0442 for any questions or to car pool.
Sat May 12 Worthington Farmers Market Opens 2012 Season! 10 am – 1 pm
This year mark’s the 25th year and the season will open with 59 vendors! Visit www.owba.net for more information. Location: downtown Worthington. More info on Facebook.
Sat May 12 Listen and Call-in to Bob Fitrakis’ New Radio Show on WVKO 1580 AM 11 am – 12 noon
Bob Fitrakis interviews progressive leaders every week in his well named program, Fight Back! Special Guest today will be Bill Baker of the Anti-Frack Action group. Central Ohioans may tune in to WVKO 1580 AM, Ohio’s Progressive Talk station. Call in to the show at 614-821-1580 and listen on www.wvko1580.com. OPEN LINE: Call in between 11:40am-12noon on whatever subject you want to talk about!
Sat May 12 Solidarity Socialist History Panel Discussion at St. Stephen’s Church 4 pm
“Revolutionary History and its Relevance Today: The Legacy of Trotskyism in the US.” Speakers will be Steve Bloom (a scholar of socialist history from New York) and Bob Fitrakis (Professor of Political Science at Columbus State) and moderated by Solidarity member, Tekla Lewin. Solidarity is a feminist, anti-racist, socialist organization – people are working to establish a branch of this organization in Columbus. Location: St. Stephen’s Church, 30 West Woodruff Ave, OSU Campus. (If there are no parking spaces at the church, you can park in the Woodruff garage.) For more details, email je.baker.ma@gmail.com.
Sat May 12 Explore the Healing Power of Drumming with In Spirit Ministries 5 pm
Our monthly In Spirit Drumming Circle will be held on the second Saturday of the month. Together we are exploring the surprising healing energy of rhythmic drumming. No experience is needed and all ages are welcome. Drumming is a universal delight. Bring your own drum if you have one, or just come. We’ll have plenty of percussion instruments on hand. Look for us in the church’s fellowship hall. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus 43214. For more information, email: Inspirit@columbus.rr.com. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, Fellowship Hall, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus 43214.
Sat May 12 Eco-Socialism Discussion at Second Saturday Salon at the Free Press 6:30 pm – Midnight
“Eco-Socialism” will be discussed following an earlier event – see the 4 pm Discussion on Solidarity Socialist History at St. Stephens. The discussion will be continued with a focus on the interplay between socialism and radical environmentalism. Enjoy food, drink, music, art, good friends and acquaintances for socializing, networking, and just relaxing and having fun with progressives. Location: 1021 E. Broad St., east side door, parking in rear. Contacts: truth@freepress.org> or call 614-253-2571.
Sat May 12 JCR Entertainment Group Featured at Java Central in Westerville 7 – 10 pm
JCR entertainment group – associated performers playing as solos and as a group: Ryan Rini (Cleveland), Cody Boyce, Luke Mossburg, Sara Overdrier, JT Hillier Location: 20B South State Street, Westerville, OH 43081; ph: 614-839-0698. Contact: <info@java-central.com>
Sat May 12 1960’s-Style Hootenanny Sing-Along with Bill Cohen 7:30 pm
Bill Cohen will lead us in singing the classic folk songs we remember from decades ago. We’ll do songs made famous by folks like Pete Seeger, the Kingston Trio, the Limelighters, Joan Baez, Peter Paul and Mary, the Weavers, Tom Paxton, and others. Sing and clap along to love songs, children’s songs, work songs, civil rights songs, anti-war songs, lullabys, and more. We’ll feel the power, energy, and community spirit that people feel when they sing together. Location: North Church UCC 2040 W. Henderson, Columbus 43214. The church simply asks that participants make a donation to an on-going project that helps the poor of Managua Nicaragua move out of the city dump and into new lives elsewhere. Questions? Call Bill Cohen at 263-3851.
“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” ~ William Arthur Ward
Sun May 13 Yoga Taught by Kelly Klein at Kafe Kerouac 10:30 am
For all-levels, this class will get your Sunday started right! Enjoy an inclusive atmosphere, cool people, and rejuvenating movements before your “morning” coffee. Bring a mat if you have one. Some will be available first come first served. Pay what you can, suggested $5. Location: Kafe Kerouac, 2250 N. High, Columbus, OH 43202.
Sun May 13-20-27 Stretch with Melinda Cooksey at Your Center in Clintonville 12 – 1 pm
Sundays in May. Please call ahead to be sure there is room in the class. Space only accommodates a small number. $25 Drop-in rate. Location: 3840 North High Street; Columbus, OH 43214. Contact: Email: mmc@your-center.com; Web: www.YOUR-CENTER.com; Phone: 614.563.0997.
Sun May 13 Redistricting Reform in Ohio: The Voters First Constitutional Initiative 12:30 pm
Non-partisan good-government groups, including Common Cause and the League of Women Voters, have proposed a constitutional initiative that would reform Ohio’s legislative redistricting process and eliminate gerrymandering once and for all. The proposed constitutional reforms would take politicians out of the process of drawing district boundaries and replace them with a 12 member Independent Citizens’ Commission. In creating new districts (for both the state legislature and the U.S. Congress), the Commission would be required to minimize the splitting of communities, make elections more competitive, and fairly represent the electoral preferences of the voters of Ohio. If passed by the voters in November, this would create new districts in time for the 2014 elections. At this point, the Voters First coalition (which includes the Ohio Council of Churches and the NAACP) is working to collect the 356,000 valid signatures needed to place this initiative on the ballot. Dr. Richard Gunther, Emeritus Professor of Political Science at OSU, will lead the discussion. He is international coordinator of the 26-country Comparative National Elections Project, and author or editor of 14 books on political parties and electoral processes. He has been working on redistricting reform in Ohio for seven years, and is one of the principal authors of the proposed constitutional initiative. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus 43214. Contact the Church Office at (614) 267-4946 for more information.
Sun May 13 Open Meditation: Cultivating Joy / Caring for the Self 1 – 3 pm
This is our regular second-Sunday Open Meditation. I’m thinking about ways I can cultivate joy and care for my self in times of stress and weighty responsibility. I’d love to hear from others about their practice. This is Mother’s Day for some of us, so just come if you’re free. Bring your mother/child if you’d like. Let’s help each other to experience the joyous potential inherent in just being alive. We will will have two 25min silent sessions divided by a short walking. All meditation styles and experience welcome. Discussion will precede and follow the session. And there will be tea! Location: It Looks Like It’s Open, 13 E Tulane Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43202. Contact: Seth <us@itlookslikeitsopen.com>.
Sun May 13 Wake Up to Your Life (WUTYL), Beginners Meditation Group 4 – 6 pm
WUTYL(pronounced “woo-til) moved to itlookslikeitsopen studio! This group provides meditation instruction, a group practice session, and time to discuss topics relevant to meditation practice and Buddhist teachings in the lineage of Ken Mcleod (Unfettered Mind). The group is organized by Jesse Hemminger with meditation instruction from Jim Ellsworth. Meets weekly. Location: It Looks Like It’s Open, 13 E Tulane Rd. 43202. More info here.
“There is only one thing people like that is good for them; a good night’s sleep.” ~ Edgar Watson Howe
Mon May 14 Yoga Class Led by Kathleen Lewis at Unity Church 6 – 7:15 pm
This popular, long running class led by Co-op and SL member Kathleen Lewis happens almost every Monday evening. Come when you can, pay only when you do. $10. Kathleen is a joyful, loving, and fun loving leader who is eclectic and pulls from many traditions to fashion a unique experience each week. Location: Unity Church, 4211 Maize Rd, Columbus 43224. Contact Kathleen for more info: or call 614-294-3963.
Mon May 14 Yoga Well-Being Class at Junctionview Studios in Grandview 6 and 7:15 pm
Yoga Well-Being is Hatha Yoga with smooth flowing movements (Vinyasa) that calms the nerves, and raises the spirit. The stretches are therapeutic and designed to release tension, create energy and relieve aches and pains in the body. The deep stretches relieve insomnia, headaches, back-pain and depression. Fees vary and include monthly and annual options. Morning and lunchtime sessions are also offered. Location: Junctionview Studios, Suite 201, 889 Williams Ave, Grandview Heights, OH 43212. Call Sipra at 614-266-1096 for more information.
Mon May 14 Middle East War Vets Tour Stop at Central Ohioans for Peace Meeting 7 pm
The Iraq Veterans Against the War and Afghanistan Veterans Against the War tour will stop at our Central Ohioans for Peace meeting as a part of their “Right to Heal” tour. The vets are heading to Chicago for the NATO Summit. At each stop, veterans will share their experiences in the military and lead a teach-in on the military’s mental health crisis and suicide epidemic. Large portions of our military members and veterans are suffering from Military Sexual Trauma (MST), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and/or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) yet their right to heal is violated on a mass scale. Fort Hood, Texas the Army’s largest base has been his especially hard with trauma. Public support is essential; we need your help to ensure General Campbell the commander at Fort Hood not only hears what his soldiers need but also does something about it. Stand with us for soldiers’ right to heal. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions. Location: Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Avenue, Columbus 43214. Flyer and additional information here.
Mon May 14-21-28 Gyrokinesis with Amy Sugar-Carter at Your Center in Clintonville 7 – 8 pm
Mondays in May. Please call ahead to be sure there is room in the class. Space only accommodates a small number. $20 drop-in ($5 off per class if month is paid up front). Location: 3840 North High Street; Columbus, OH 43214. Contact Amy: Phone: 614-675-1258 or Email: <asc.spiralhealth@yahoo.com>.
Mon May 14 Youth Beat Radio Airs on WCRS 102.1/98.3 Mondays at 7:30 pm
Youth Beat Radio is produced by central Ohio university and high school students and features stories of youth leadership, community action, music, culture, youth perspectives, and current events. For more information, check out the Youth Beat website at http://youthbeat.osu.edu or contact Youthbeat@osu.edu.
Mon May 14 Social Dancing Every Monday at First UU Church 8 – 9:30 Social Dancing 7 pm Beginner Lesson
Please join us on our beautiful air-conditioned wood dance floor for a light mix of swing, Latin, ballroom and line dancing. All ages and Beginners are welcomed. Gender neutral lead/follow. Snacks provided. $5 for entire evening. Every Monday Evening (including holidays). Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus OH 43214.
Tues May 15 Yoga Class for Young Women! (Ages 9-17) 4:30 – 5:30 pm
This class is a great way to introduce young women to yoga. Meets weekly on Tuesdays. It will help them improve and take pride in their body awareness, strength, flexibility, and posture, while learning to enjoy movement. $5-$10 donation requested. Instructor: Kori Tien Kinard <korinnad@gmail.com>. Location: Maynard Ave UMC (fellowship hall), 2350 Indianola Ave, Columbus 43202.
“If you believe everything you read, better not read.” ~ Japanese Proverb
Tues May 15 Guitar Jam Hosted by John Morgan Featured at Java Central in Westerville 7 – 8:30 pm
Prominent guitarist (and Westerville resident) John Morgan will host acoustic guitar jams every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PM at Java Central starting 9/20. This will be a great place to learn playing with others! Open to the public (players and audience). Location: Java Central, 20B South State Street, Westerville, OH 43081; ph: 614-839-0698. Contact: <info@java-central.com>.
Tues May 15 Blue Heron Sangha Meditation Group 7:15 – 8:45 pm
The group meets for meditation and dharma activities every Tuesday. Location: Martin de Porres Center near Ohio Dominican University, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219. Directions:http://www.
Tues May 15 Stitch & Bitch Knitting Group at Wild Goose Creative 7:30 – 10 pm
Open to everyone with a desire, knack or appreciation of yarn or thread, join us Tuesday nights as we enjoy some good conversation and company while spending some quality time with our needles! Location: Wild Goose Creative 2491 Summit Street Columbus, OH 43202.
Weds May 16 Children’s Aikido Classes Ages 4-6 Offered at Chushin Center 4:30 – 5:15 pm
AikiCubs ages 4-6 (small bodies/big hearts) meet every Wednesday. Location: 2350 Wood Ave, Columbus, OH 43221; 614-547-2454 (AIKI). Email: <chushincenter@gmail.com> or visit <www.chushincenter.com> for more information & see related offerings (Aiki-Kids ages 7-14).
“To cure jealousy is to see it for what it is, a dissatisfaction with self.” ~ Joan Didion
Weds May 16 Spirit Yoga at Chushin Center 5:30 – 6:45 pm
Spirit Yoga seeks to help students deepen into their practice; finding their own edge, and recognizing the call of their own unique being. Emphasis is on following the breath, and developing awareness of energy movement and energetic lines within the body. $10 per class, walk-ins welcome. First class is always free! Location: 2350 Wood Ave, Columbus, OH 43221. For more information contact: Vickie Starbuck <vstarbuck@gmail.com>
Weds May 16 Intentional Community Potluck 6:30 – 9pm
Potluck and sharing circle, exploring community, personal development, and living simply. Newcomers always welcome! Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Please bring a dish to share if you participate in the potluck. Bring your own table settings, a drink and your dish to pass. Host changes each month. Contact for more information: Jacinda Baker, 614-397-3945.
Weds May 16 Forum on “Perspectives on Being Iranian-American” at First UU Church 7 pm
The forum presenters are six (6) Iranian-Americans, who live within Columbus, who will discuss with us the precarious nature of being an Iranian within America, including explaining to us how many Iranians see the world today. “Come spend an evening with a diverse group of panelists, who will candidly share their experiences and thoughts about being of Iranian heritage. About the Moderator: Leslie Powell Ahmadi (Ph. D., Foreign Language and Culture Education, OSU) is an experienced trainer and training consultant on the challenges and opportunities of crossing cultures. American, African American, and married to her Iranian husband for almost 25 years (four of which were spent in Esfahan, Iran), Leslie can identify with the riches and complexities of navigating the spaces between countries and cultures — particularly in relation to Iran and America. Currently she authors a blog on the topic here. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus 43214. Contact the Church Office at (614) 267-4946 for more information.Weds May 16 Bob Fitrakis Interviews Activists on “Fight Back” Radio Show 7 – 8 pm
Legendary citizen advocate and political agitator Bob Fitrakis revives his talk radio public affairs program Fight Back, on Talktainment Radio. Bob interviews activists and leaders every Wednesday. Here’s how to call in to the LIVE INTERNET radio show:(on your computer – not on your broadcast radio dial). Go to: http://talktainmentradio.com when the program airs at 7 pm Weds, Click on “Listen Live” and call 877-932-9766. The program is also broadcast on WCRS-FM radio at 8 pm.
Weds May 16 Queer Yoga Offers Classes Every Wednesday in the Short North 7:30 pm
Taught by Lauren Strawn, a certified yoga instructor, Queer Yoga offers training in a blend of Vinyasa yoga and Hatha yoga that is easy enough for beginners, yet challenging enough for experienced practitioners. Queer Behavior and ReFINDesign have partnered to provide an affordable way to learn to love and accept your body while strengthening it and easing stress. Weekly classes are located at 1038 North High Street (right next to Bodega) in a designated Safe(r) Space, where Queer Behavior’s standards of conduct are enforced at all times. Fees are $5 for students, and $8 for non-students. Be sure to bring a mat! This will be a great way to build community, grow as individuals, and learn an ancient and revered discipline that trains both body and mind. Contact: Lauren Strawn <yoga_nerd@laurenstrawn.com>
Weds May 16 Kafe Kerouac’s Wednesday Poetry Night: Slam Poetry Followed by Open Mic 8 pm
Weekly. $5 cover in south room. Location: Kafe Kerouac, 2250 N. High Street, Columbus 43201 (north OSU area)
Thurs May 17 Noble Creek Mindfulness Community at Peaceful Relationships Learning Center at Unity on Maize Rd 11:30 am – 1 pm
Reclaim peace within yourself through Mindfulness as part of a supportive community. Based on the teaching of Thich Nhat Hanh this group is suitable for those new to or experienced in meditation. Our weekly practice includes deep relaxation, walking meditation, sitting meditation, and mindful sharing. Free, donations accepted. Location: Unity Church, 4211 Maize Rd, Columbus 43224. Meets weekly on Thursdays. Contact Art Yoho <yohos@sbcglobal.net>
“The world is a stage, and most of us are desperately unrehearsed.” ~ Oscar Wilde
Thurs May 17 Cocktails@The Conservatory 5:30 – 10 pm
Spice up your humdrum work week with an evening visit to the Conservatory. Stroll through warm, tropical plant collections and view current exhibitions while enjoying live music, specialty cocktails, and delicious appetizers. Reserve a table for your friends and colleagues! Local musicians perform. Call 614.645.1800 for more information. Featured cocktails change monthly and full bar selection along with small plate hors d’oeuvres available in the Conservatory’s Atrium or John F. Wolfe Palm House. Admission is $11 per person and in return each guest is given $10 worth of beverage or hors d’oeuvres tokens. Every Thursday from 5:30 – 10 p.m. Free Parking. 21 and over. Group rates available. Phone: 614-645-8733, 800-214-TREE. Location: Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St. Columbus 43203; 645-8733.
Thurs May 17-24-31 Stretch with Melinda Cooksey at Your Center in Clintonville 5:45 – 6:45 pm
Thursdays in May. Please call ahead to be sure there is room in the class. Space only accommodates a small number. $25 Drop-in rate. Location: 3840 North High Street; Columbus, OH 43214. Contact Melinda: Email: mmc@your-center.com; Web: www.YOUR-CENTER.com; Phone: 614.563.0997.
Thurs May 17 Local Drink Tasting at House Wine 6 – 9 pm
House Wine will offer a variety of Ohio beverages like Rockmill Brewery’s beers, mead from Brothers Drake, along with additional Ohio beers, wines and bites for their Thursday night tasting. Hosted in partnership with Drink Up Columbus. $15. Location: House Wine, 644 N. High St, Worthington, OH 43085.
Thurs May 17 Sacred Sessions: Mindfulness and Meditation at Pearls of Wisdom 6 – 8 pm
Sacred Sessions… every Thursday Evening. Center yourself for the entire week with the single most important practice for spiritual growth and insight. This gentle meditation takes place in the temple-like atmosphere of our meditation room. All are invited to experience the calm, the energy, and the renewal. The first hour is a class on mindfulness, awareness, breath, and consciousness. The second hour is open meditation. Free. Location: Pearls of Wisdom, 3522 North High Street, Columbus (Clintonville).
“When others demand that we become the people they want us to be, they force us to destroy the person we really are. It’s a subtle kind of murder. The most loving parents and relatives commit this murder with smiles on their faces.” ~ Jim Morrison
Thurs May 17 Bliss Run Mindfulness Community at Unity Church on Maize Rd 7 – 8:45 pm
Meets weekly. Reclaim peace within yourself through Mindfulness as part of a supportive community. Based on the teaching of Thich Nhat Hanh this group is suitable for those new to or experienced in meditation. Mindfulness helps us to be whole and to look deeply into ourselves and around us in order to realize what is really there. In the meditation process, internal blocks of suffering such as fear, anger, despair and hatred are transformed. Relationships with humans and nature become easier. Our weekly practice includes deep relaxation, walking meditation, sitting meditation, and mindful sharing. Freedom and joy penetrate. We are fresher and more alive in our daily existence. Free, donations accepted. For more information visit: http://www.blissrun.org. Location: Unity Church, 4211 Maize Rd. Columbus, OH 43224. For information contact Art Yoho <yohos@sbcglobal.net>
Thurs May 17 Urban Farming Is Last of 6-Part Suburban Gardens Series at Worthington Garden Club 7 pm – 9 pm
Last in the New Directions in Suburban Gardening series will focus on urban farming. Yes! They are happening across the United States. Clintonville farmer Joseph Swain shares his experience with this new phenomenon. Location: Griswold Center, 777 High Street, Worthington, Ohio. For more information contact the Worthington Garden Club at 614-842-6320.
Fri May 18 Socrates Café Meeting at Panera Bread on Bethel Road 6 – 8 pm
The Socrates Cafe in Columbus is affiliated with over 400 gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences in conversations that give everyone an opportunity to participate. Free and open to the public. Meets the first Sunday at 5 p.m. and third Friday at 6 p.m. Topics are determined at each meeting by participants. Location: Panera Bread, 875 Bethel Road, Columbus 43214, Phone 457-6800. Contact Carol Bradley <bradley_carol@hotmail.com> for more info.
Fri May 18 First Draft Poetry Night at Kafe Kerouac 8 pm
Third Friday of the month First Draft Poetry. $3 cover. Admission: $5. Location: 2250 N. High Street, Columbus 43201 (north OSU area) More info online.
Sat May 19 City Folk’s Farm Shop is hosting our 1st Annual Seedling Swap – All Day!
Swap and trade seedlings with your neighbors and friends. Details TBA. We are in process of working with a community garden on Morse Rd that is helping refugees from Nepal. Any leftover seedlings can be donated to them. Location: City Folks Farm Shop, 4760 North High St, Columbus, 43214; 614-946-5553.
Sat May 19 Community Yard Sale at CrossRoads Baptist Church 9 am
Got Stuff?… Sell Stuff!..Need Stuff?….Buy Stuff! Spots are free and you keep 100% of your profit. There are no reservations this year. Spots will be given on a first come first serve basis. Set up is from 8-9 am and the gates open for shoppers at 9 am (no early-birds). Come look for some bargains! The “Rain Date” for the Yard Sale will be May 26. Call for more details…614-895-5683. CrossRoads Baptist Church is located at 5075 Cleveland Ave, Columbus. Contact: Pastor Mike Okulich, 614-917-3028.
Sat May 19 Herbal Study Group at Stratford Ecological Center 9 – 11 am
Come together in a sharing circle to explore the many uses of wild and cultivated plants. Each month the group examines a different herbal topic (call for each month’s topic) and works together in the herb garden, tending, harvesting and learning from each other. This is a hands-on, participant-led group and a wonderful way to get more comfortable using herbs. $10/year – All skill levels welcome! Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month: 1pm – 3pm and the 4th Saturday of each month (holiday months on 3rd Saturday): 9am-11am. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; 740-363-2548; <www.
Sat May 19 Irrigating Urban Gardens Workshop at Godman Guild 9 am – 12 noon
NOTE: This workshop is currently FULL but if you would like to be added to the wait list please email Cole Wardell at <cwardell@local-matters.org> Dr. Larry Brown and Angelica Huerta from OSU will lead this hands-on workshop to learn how to build irrigation systems that will allow you to grow higher-yielding crops with less labor. Part of the Growing Our Own workshop series, presented by Local Matters and OSU Extension. All workshops are held at Godman Guild, 303 E. 6th St. Columbus 43201.
Sat May 19 Como Yarden Plant Sale 11 am – 4 pm
Heirloom variety tomatoes, peppers, basils, and a little miscellany lovingly raised by your local Clintonville yardeners. Grow your own wholesome, gourmet food from plants we selected for prolific yields, pest/disease resistance, and hardiness in our climate zone. (See our “Notes” link on our Facebook page for a list of what we are growing.) These plants are notoriously productive and delicious. All varieties are only $3/each. Location: Como Yarden, 248 W. Como Ave, Columbus OH 43202. (Rain Date: May 20th)
Sat May 19 Cbus Food Swap at Wild Goose Creative 1pm – 2pm
Let’s clean out our canning pantries and get ready for this next season with some interesting swaps from our friends and neighbors. So, how does it work? Make (or gather) stuff that’s edible and swappable, i.e. home canned items, a loaf of bread, a jar of preserves, a half-dozen eggs from your backyard chickens, portions of soup, packages of homemade candy, home brew, etc…, bring your items to Wild Goose Creative and we will swap! The objective is to go home with some fantastic homemade goods. (For more information on how a food swap works, please visit http://hipgirlshome.com/
Sat May 19 Spring Open Greenhouse Tour at Rain Fresh Harvests 1 – 4 pm
Informal tours will be available to answer your questions — no charge, it’s all free. This spring marks 7 years of operation of the renewable energy systems. See how Clean Energy is helping to grow crops year-round, off-the-grid, in a biointegrated greenhouse that is powered by renewable energy. You will be able to see solar photovoltaic panels (2.1 kW) and a wind turbine (1.0 kW) that produce electricity, as well as a solar thermal system for heating. Also featured are aquaponics, worm composting and other sustainable agriculture practices. Thanks to all of the support by customers that are asking for fresh locally grown food, and to the grocers and chefs that make the effort to buy locally. Our partners in getting our harvests to you include: Northstar Restaurants (3 of their 4 locations, including the Cafes at the Short North and Beechwold, and Third and Hollywood), Whole Foods (2 locations, in Dublin and Upper Arlington), Luna Burgers, the Greener Grocer, J. Liu (2 locations, in Dublin and Worthington), Made From Scratch, Kihachi Japanese Restaurant, Matt the Miller’s Tavern (2 locations, in Dublin and Grandview), Rigsby’s, Tucci’s, Two Caterers, Yogi Perogi’s (starting this summer) and Z Cucina. Parking is limited, so car pool if possible. Directions and more information may be found on our website www.rainfreshharvests.com. Contact: Barry Adler <barry@rainfreshharvests.com>.
“Lakes, rivers, streams…all are water and all travel to the same destination. So it is with religion.” ~ Muhammed Ali
Sun May 20 Bluegrass Jam with Larry, Heidi and Carl at Java Central 1 – 3 pm
This is a monthly gathering and a real treat for bluegrass fans. Public is invited! Location: Java Central, 20B South State Street, Westerville, OH 43081; ph: 614-839-0698. Contact: <info@java-central.com>
Sun May 20 Delaware Energy Awareness Series: “Economic Impact of Energy Choices” 2 – 4:30 pm
What are the implications of various energy approaches to jobs, home values, government programs in the face of a wide variety of energy choices. How much does it really cost? Professor Michael Betz will speak on his study of the impact of natural extraction, Molly Shea of Beehive Collective will share the art project “The True Cost of Coal,” and we’ll screen the movie “The Last Mountain”. Location: Barley Hopsters, Community Room, 43 N Sandusky St., Delaware, 43015.
Sun May 20 Care & Share Time Bank Potluck Meeting Features Program to Improve Writing Skills 6:30 pm
Learn more about Time Banks, register on-line, meet other “timebankers”, enjoy good food, discuss services you’d like to offer and receive, and earn two time credits! This month’s “special” feature will be a training session by members Aynn and Doug Titchenal on writing skills! Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Clintonville 43214. Please RSVP! For more information: call 614-439-4768 or visit <http://Careshare.timebanks.
Mon May 21 Local Matters Hosts Central Ohio Food Forum Series at Wild Goose Creative 5:30/6:30 – 8 pm
In collaboration with Edible Columbus and Wayward Seed Farm, Local Matters organizes this monthly discussion forum about local food every third Monday of the month (except Decemeber). Location: Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD. Doors will open at 5:30 and the event is free. The conversation starts at 6:30 but please join us early to meet and mingle. Light food and beverages will be provided in exchange for a small donation. BYOB encouraged. Questions? Email centralohiofoodforum@gmail.com
Mon May 21 Calumet Natural Foods Co-op Board of Trustees Meeting 7 – 9 pm
Member owners are welcome to attend. Location: Clintonville Community Resources Center, 14 West Lakeview Ave, 43202.
Tues May 22 Knocking on the Devil’s Door: Our Deadly Nuclear Legacy: Free Showing at the Drexel 7:30 pm
While the ongoing meltdown continues at Fukushima, this 2011 film gives us information and motivation to act for change. Award-winning documentary director Gary Null deconstructs the corporate and political rhetoric that low level radiation emitted from nuclear plants is safe and that our future energy needs depend upon nuclear reactors. The 2-hour film is co-sponsored by the Sierra Club, the Central Ohio Green Education Fund and The Free Press. It is free and open to the public. Location: Drexel Theatre, 2254 E Main St. Columbus, OH 43209. NEXT UP: Tuesday, June 26: Revenge of the Electric Car.
Weds May 23 Voluntary Simplicity: Quality Over Quantity Offered at Upper Arlington Lifelong Learning Program 7 – 9 pm
How much is enough in life? Richard Gregg wrote, “Voluntary simplicity involves both inner and outer condition. It means singleness of purpose, sincerity and honesty within, as well as avoidance of exterior clutter, of many possessions irrelevant to the chief purpose of life.” Discover the personal and environmental benefits of simplicity, discuss what simplicity means to you, and explore how your inner and outer “stuff” affects your life. Participate in exercises to see if you’re spending your time in ways that reflect your core values and, if you find you’re not, explore ways to change this that better reflect how you want to live your life. Facilitated by Ellen Baumgartner and Mary Cunnyngham, Simply Living. Registration 442117 A. Location: UA Municipal Services Center, Council Committee Rm. 3600 Tremont Rd., Upper Arlington, OH, 43221. Cost: $22 Residents | $24 NonResidents. To register for this and other Parks & Recreation classes, visit online, and call us at 583-5300 for more details.
Thurs May 24 Simply Living Board Meeting 7 pm
Note the change of date this month only. The board normally Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Members are welcome to attend and asked to contact Jim Coe at 614-440-1445 if you are coming. Location: 2350 Indianola Ave. (in Maynard Ave. United Methodist Church; parking across the street).
“Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can’t practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” ~ Maya Angelou
Fri May 25 Poets and Writers Guild Meets 4th Fridays at Pearls of Wisdom 6:30 pm
All Open Mic. Location: Pearls of Wisdom, 3522 North High Street, Columbus (Clintonville). Information: 614/263-9346 or 614/267-3085.
Sat May 26 Spiritmoves Trancedance with Live Music from 7th House Moon at Wiseways Yoga in Grandview 7 – 9 pm
In light of the auspicious day of full solar eclipse on May 20, Rita Carnevale will be visiting with friends to bring in the higher heart light in meditaion, dance and drumming. Rita will return to offer you this simple meditation to assist in clearing of the unwanted and opening up to the light in a powerfully anchoring way! Call for questions/available space. Led by Rita Carnevale, L.M.T. Natural Healing Facilitator 614-432-4681; email: rita@spiritmovesilluminated.com; web: <www.spiritmovesilluminated.com>. Location: Wiseways Yoga, 1520 W. First Ave, Grandview 43212.
“Toward a more wholesome connection of body*mind*spirit”
Mon May 28 Reiki Sharing Circle 4th Mondays at Chushin Center 6:30 pm
What is a Reiki Share? A group of people come together to experience/share healing energies. The share is led by a Reiki Master / practitioner. All who attend have the opportunity to experience Reiki and to share under the guidance of the Reiki Master. This is offered the 4th Monday of each month. This is a free offer with donations accepted and greatly appreciated. Location: Chushin Center, 2350 Wood Ave, Columbus, OH 43221; 614-547-2454 (AIKI).
Mon May 28 Writers Group Meets at Wild Goose Creative 7 – 9 pm
The writers group is a place for writers from beginner to experienced to share their works and receive feedback from others. Bring your most recent work, either complete or in-progress, and talk about where it has been, is, and where it could be. The group is set up as a casual discussion group focusing around writing. We come together to chat about our shared interest in writing and to share our current work with each other. Each writer is encouraged to bring a short fiction/non-fiction sample of work each month. This work can be poetry, prose, or whatever other style of writing you prefer. We normally keep the work short, like a piece that can be shared in 5 to 10 minutes time. If you cannot bring any current work, please bring a short sample of another author’s work that inspires you. For first time attenders, we encourage you to bring a few older works that you are proud of to share. It helps the group to get a better idea of what sort of writing you like to do. Location: Wild Goose Creative , 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD.
Tues May 29 Attracting Bats To Your Backyard: Workshop at City Folks Farm Shop 7 – 8 pm
Bats don’t have the best of reputations, but in truth they are among the best of critters to have around. Learn what’s true and what’s not about Ohio’s bats as we explore the ins and outs of their unique lives. We will discuss the benefits of having bats around, building a bat house dos and don’ts, and how to deal with bats as unexpected house guests. Instructor: Marne Titchenell Wildlife Program Specialist with Ohio State University Extension. Location: City Folks Farm Shop, 4760 North High St, Columbus, 43214; 614-946-5553.
Weds May 30 Clintonville Showcase Celebrates Local Businesses at Kemba Branch Office 6 – 8 pm
Kemba Financial Credit Union has teamed up with SBB to celebrate local businesses. Food and Drink provided by Tatoheads, Lesley’s Creperie, Raddog, Crimson Cup, Snowville Creamery, Kona Ice! Family entertainment! Local Matters offering hands-on activities; Firefly Play Cafe! Local merchant sponsors include Traxler Tee’s and Wholly Craft! Bring new or used legos to donate to “A Million LEGO for Kids, an organization working to place LEGO bricks in the hands of more children through children’s centers that serve underprivileged children. Location: 4311 N. High St., parking available in church lot next door. Support Our Local Economy (SOLE) and the Think Columbus First campaign will be there!
Weds May 30 “The Fusion of Science and Spirit” Documentary Screened at Earth Block House 6:30 pm; Film at 7 pm
How Do You Define The Soul? What makes each of us unique yet connected in unity? For thousands of years humankind has asked these existential questions and religions have attempted to explain the divine nature of human existence. With the advent of theoretical physics, quantum mechanics and other emerging theories, science has reached extraordinary new heights of understanding. In The Fusion of Science and Spirit – The Bigger Questions series
goes beyond “The Secret” to provide a deeper explanation of the true nature of this wonderful multiverse we live in and provides a cutting-edge understanding of our mystical connection to the cosmos, spirit and ourselves. This is a free event. We will be offering a split-the-pot raffle and we ask that you bring your own seats (BYOS), if possible. This is a free event. We will be offering a split-the-pot raffle and we ask that you bring your own seats (BYOS) if possible. Location: Earth Block House (Solar Home on map), Ohio State Fairgrounds, from E. 17th Ave; turn north to enter at the large blue pole supporting the sky (just west of Velma Ave) Contact Chuck Lynd <chuck.lynd@gmail.com> for directions or call 354-6172. Light refreshments available.
“The only safe ship in a storm is leadership.” ~ Faye Wattleton
Fri June 1 Internationally Famous New Thought Musician Karen Drucker in Concert 7 pm
The concert is sponsored by the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living and will take place at the Center. Location: (NW Masonic Temple) 2436 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235. Tickets $20 in advance/$25 at the door. To purchase advance tickets for the Concert, visit www.spirituallivingcolumbus.
Sat June 2 Workshop “I Give Myself Permission” by New Thought Author Karen Drucker 1 pm
You will learn how to give yourself permission to be, do and have all that you desire through songs, stories and lots of laughter. The workshop is led by internationally famous Musician and Author Karen Drucker. Sponsored by the Columbus Center for Spiritual Living. Tickets $15 in advance/$20 at the door. To purchase advance tickets for the Workshop, visit www.spirituallivingcolumbus.
Sat June 2 Gallery Hop in the Short North 4 – 10 pm
Every first Saturday. Dozens of galleries and non-traditional exhibit spaces celebrate art. More info: <http://www.shortnorth.org/
Sat June 2 Karen Drucker Featured at In Spirit Ministries’ First Saturday Chant at 1st UU Church 5 pm
Karen Drucker is an international musician and author brought to Columbus by the New Thought Center for Spiritual Living. In Spirit Ministries is a spiritual non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the wholeness of all people through the healing power of word and song. The group hosts a “First Saturday Chant”, on the first Saturday of every month and a drumming circle on the 2nd Saturday. Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus 43214. More info here on the web! Flyer on Karen Drucker here for this and related events.
Sun June 3 Karen Drucker to Speak at Columbus Center for Spiritual Living Sunday Service 10:30 am
International author and musician Karen Drucker will be the Guest Speaker and Musician for Sunday Celebration Service. Location: (NW Masonic Temple) 2436 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235. More info: Robin Brookhouse <robinh1219@aol.com>. Flyer here for this and related events.
Sun June 3 Socrates Café Meeting at Panera Bread on Bethel Road 5 – 7 pm
The Socrates Cafe in Columbus is affiliated with over 400 gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences in conversations that give everyone an opportunity to participate. Free and open to the public. Meets the first Sunday at 5 p.m. and third Friday at 6 p.m. Topics are determined at each meeting by participants. Location: Panera Bread, 875 Bethel Road, Columbus 43214, Phone 457-6800. Contact Carol Bradley <bradley_carol@hotmail.com> for more info.
Mon June 4 First Monday at Clintonville Community Market Offers Extra 5% Discount to Members 8 am – 10 pm
Now is a good day to stock up! Discount applies to everything in the store except alcohol. Enjoy! Not a member? Membership options start as low as $20 so now would be a good time to join and become an owner/member of our food co-op! Location: 200 Crestview Rd, Clintonville 43202. Member SBB; buy $25 of groceries and receive a coupon for a free small coffee or tea!
Mon June 4 Monday Night Live at Wild Goose Creative 9 – 11 pm
Travis Hoewischer and Wild Goose Creative present a first-of-its-variety variety show, featuring some of the best creative comedy minds and brilliant musicians the capital city contains. No show will be the same, but each may include live and filmed sketches, improv and standup comedy, as well as one special musical guest for each show. MNL will be hosted once monthly, usually on the first Monday. Location: Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD.
Weds June 6 Rawluck! Organic, Vegan, Living Foods Potluck 7 – 8:30 pm
This is a great introduction to the living foods lifestyle. Join us every 1st Wednesday at 7 pm for an organic, vegan, rawluck. Sample simple and gourmet dishes. Bring your favorite organic, raw, vegan creation. And connect to conscious community! Please RSVP: www.RawColumbus.com or contact Shawna Stursa <shawna@rawshawna.com> 614.359.0997 for more information.
Thurs June 7 Speak Easy: Wedding Stories! Something Borrowed, Something Blue 7 pm
Wild Goose Creative believes everyone has a story to tell. To give those stories a voice we’re proud to offer, Speak Easy, Columbus’s premier event for live storytelling! It’s simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant, you’ll hear it all. Come to listen or come to tell as people from across Columbus offer their stories live on stage! A partnership w/ Storytellers of Central Ohio. Portion of proceeds to benefit Columbus Story Adventures. 1st Thursday of each month at 7pm, $5, BYOB Location: Wild Goose Creative, 2491 Summit St, Columbus 43202; 614-859-WILD. Visit our new website: <http://www.speakeasycbus.com/
Tues June 12 Story Time on the Farm at Stratford Ecological Center 10 – 11 am
Stories are a fun way to introduce young children to nature and farm life. Each Story Time will have a theme based on the seasonal happenings of the farm and nature preserve. After listening to a story the children will then bring the story to life as they participate in a hands-on activity or an adventure around the farm. $5 /family./ Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; <www.
Weds June 13 The Amiable Association of Articulate Atheists, Agnostics, & Adherents 7 – 10 pm
Philosophically rigorous (but friendly) discussions about religion. Join our Facebook group. Location: Wild Goose Creative 2491 Summit Street Columbus, OH 43202.
“Self-confidence is the first requisite to great undertakings.” ~ Samuel Johnson
Tues June 14 Herbal Study Group at Stratford Ecological Center 1 – 3 pm
Come together in a sharing circle to explore the many uses of wild and cultivated plants. Each month the group examines a different herbal topic (call for each month’s topic) and works together in the herb garden, tending, harvesting and learning from each other. This is a hands-on, participant-led group and a wonderful way to get more comfortable using herbs. $10/year – All skill levels welcome! Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month: 1pm – 3pm and the 4th Saturday of each month (holiday months on 3rd Saturday): 9am-11am. Location: Stratford Ecological Center, 3083 Liberty Rd., Delaware, OH 43015; 740-363-2548; <www.
Sep 30 – Oct 5: EcoSummit 2012 – Ecological Sustainability: Restoring the Planet’s Ecosystem Services
EcoSummit 2012 in Columbus OH will bring together the world’s most respected minds in ecological science to discuss restoring the planet’s ecosystems. Come hear Nobel Prize laureate Elinor Ostrom, Pulitzer Prize winners E.O. Wilson and Jared Diamond, Kyoto Prize winner Simon Levin, Stockholm Water Prize laureates Sven Jørgensen and William Mitsch, and many others in the first conference ever linking the Ecological Society of America (ESA), The International Association for Ecology (INTECOL) and the Society for Ecological Restoration International (SER). 70 symposia and 11 workshops with almost 600 participants from over 55 countries have been accepted for the EcoSummit 2012 Program. The symposia and workshops cover a wide variety of ecological topics, including ecological restoration, ecosystem services, climate change issues, and lake, wetland, and river management and will be presented over the entire week of the conference in parallel sessions. Abstracts are due January 20, 2012. Hosted by OSU and MORPC. Registration is now open the Early Bird Registration Deadline is April 27, 2012. Get all the info here, including pre-conferences, program schedule, field trips, etc.
Notable and Quotable:
“The dream is the small hidden door in the deepest and most intimate sanctum of the soul, which opens to that primeval cosmic night that was soul long before there was conscious ego and will be soul far beyond what a conscious ego could ever reach.” ~ Carl Jung
Local Calendars…
Clintonville Community Market Co-op <www.communitymarket.org>
Simply Living: http://www.simplyliving.org
Columbus Peace Network Calendar: http://www.
Columbus Underground: http://www.
Folk Music Events: http://www.cfms-inc.org/
Metro Parks: http://reservations.
Ohio Ecological Food and Farming Association: http://www.oeffa.org/events.
Spore Infoshop: http://www.sporeprint.info/
Stratford Ecological Center: http://www.
WCBE Events: http://events.
Wexner Center for the Arts: http://www.wexarts.org/cal/
Wild Goose Creative: http://www.wildgoosecreative.
Simply Living Offers these Nationally Acclaimed Earth Institute Courses!
* Sustainable Systems at Work: A five-session discussion course for the workplace, designed to further organizational sustainability initiatives.
* Global Warming: Changing Co2urse: A four-session course exploring the history and science of global warming, personal values and habits as they relate to climate change, and personal actions to curb the effects of global warming.
* Choices for Sustainable Living: A seven-session course exploring the meaning of sustainable living and the ties between lifestyle choices and their impact on ecological systems.
* Menu For the Future: A six-session course exploring the connection between food and sustainability.
* Voluntary Simplicity: A five-session course addressing the distractions of modern society that keep us from caring for ourselves, our relationships, and the environment.
* Healthy Children – Healthy Planet : A seven-session course that discusses how the pervasive effects of advertising, media, and our consumer culture can influence a child’s view of the world.
* Discovering a Sense of Place: A seven-session course focusing on knowing and protecting our place.
* Reconnecting with Earth: A six-session course addressing core values and how they affect the way we view and treat the earth.
* A World of Health Connecting People, Place and Planet: A six-session course to explore the connection between human health and our environment.
Dare to commit to one of these awesome small group learning and authentic conversation events…or convene one in your workplace, church or home! contact Ellen Baumgartner ellenb28@earthlink.net or cell: 614-202-8918.
The Community Calendar of Events is a free service. Thanks to all who have joined the Co-op and Simply Living… please encourage your friends and family to join! If your membership has lapsed, it’s time to renew… and if you haven’t made a commitment to either organization, please consider joining or making a donation to help us implement our mission in central Ohio. Every dollar is an investment in our own local economy/community.
Peace and Agape,
Chuck Lynd, Editor
Any views expressed in this Calender of Community Events are not necessarily those of Simply Living (SL) or the Clintonville Community Market (CCM). All items are posted by the volunteer editor, Chuck Lynd; topics included reflect input from various readers, community leaders, and members of SL and CCM. While an effort is made to verify the accuracy of the postings, sometimes errors occur. If you find an error, reply to this email and when possible a correction will be sent to the list. If you would like coverage of a local event or issue, send email tochuck.lynd@gmail.com. If you would like to add a friend to the list, or be removed, simply reply to this message or send an email to the list manager, Chuck Lynd.
