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Shakespeare in the Park: The Taming of the Shrew

Fri, Jun 5, 11:30 PM
From Dublin Creative Writers
4.9
1 attendee
2026 Spring Show

2026 Spring Show

Sat, May 16, 11:00 PM
From The Alliance All-Voices Chorus

Join The Alliance Chorus for a fun-filled evening of vibrant a cappella entertainment! This lively event features dynamic performances from the full chorus alongside an exciting lineup of talented quartets, showcasing the rich harmonies and energy of barbershop music. Enjoy appearances by quartets including Intermission, Coffee Talk, Crosstown, Performance Check, and ACQ, each bringing their own unique style and flair to the stage. Come for the music, stay for the connection—this is a chance to engage with the community, celebrate inclusive music-making in Central Ohio, and experience the joy of live vocal performance. We hope to see you there! Buy your tickers here: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-alliance-2026-spring-show](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-alliance-2026-spring-show)

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2 attendees
Quarterly Community Gathering

Quarterly Community Gathering

Tue, May 19, 10:00 PM
From Columbus AI
4.7

Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message \*\*Chris (the organizer)\*\*with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)

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31 attendees
CMG Gives Back: Serve Brunch at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!

CMG Gives Back: Serve Brunch at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!

Sun, May 17, 2:20 PM
From The Columbus Movie Group
4.7

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events! Should be another good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan

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How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar

How to Be a Better Communicator - Free Seminar

Tue, May 26, 11:00 PM
From Overcoming Stress & Anxiety by Improving Your Mind
4.3

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

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2 attendees
Maker's Market in German Village!

Maker's Market in German Village!

Sun, May 17, 4:00 PM
From Columbus Social Connection [Social, Fitness and Fun]
4.7

Let's check out the Maker's Market in German Village, a large outdoor Artisan Market, featuring over 65 Makers, Goods, Art and Delicious Food Trucks! Admission is FREE! [GVMM](https://www.gv-mm.com/) Let's get outside and enjoy the New Spring Season and Warm Weather! We will meet at Stauf's Coffee Roasters in German Village on South 3rd Street at Noon, 12 PM and then take a brisk walk to the Maker's Market, just south of Schiller Park. We can initially get coffee at Stauf's Coffee Roasters, if anyone may want to do so. Parking is widely available at Schiller Park and surrounding side streets. Thanks and hope to see you come out!

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