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COUNT RMH Housewarmer Volunteering (Ronald McDonald House)
Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process.
Fast track
• Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell).
• Show up and try it out.
• Complete application, etc. later.
Normal process
• Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/).
• Attend orientation in advance.
• At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility.
• Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM.
• Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895).
The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014.
Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.
COLUMBUS SPIRITUALITY MEETUP
We are excited to host Guided Meditations on Sundays at 6 pm in our Ashram/Gallery/Home! !! !!
Everyone wants to know what kind of God we worship and what kind of meditation we do. We worship the GOD that LOVES US! We understand that god is an energy and it lives in us as us. Our meditations guide others to actually experience that energy! xoxo We don't just talk about peace, love and affection, we experience it :)
Also we are a home not a business, so we enjoy building community one friend at a time. We always build in time for people to mingle & develop friendships! xoxo Much Love, Frank Tennyson
Namaste, Frank Tennyson
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1st group meetup - coffee and breakfast!
Let's meet for coffee and/or a late-day breakfast! 2pm - 5pm @ Bob Evans (443 Morrison Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230) \~ Fantastic .. and because this is the first meetup, I'm not gonna require RSVPs. I'll just post this on some social media sites, and we'll see who shows up. If you're late and it seems busy, you can look for me, Adam (in a bright royal blue and white golf shirt .. .. yes .. .. royal blue and white). If you have any questions, feel free to email me at adamchiocca@gmail dot com .. ok? Looking forward to it.
Columbus Chess Club
This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!
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Creativity Circle: Simple Sun Catchers
Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.
The Power of the Subconscious Mind - Free Lecture
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You’ll gain insights into:
✅ The true definition of the subconscious
✅ How it generates unwanted emotions
✅ Its real purpose and function
✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you
And the most important topic:
**How do you take control of your subconscious!**
But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time.
📅 Reserve your spot now!
Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up.
Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215
Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation
Free In-Person Workshop: How to Improve Your Self Confidence & Social Life
Join us for a free in-person seminar where you will get knowledge and tools to build your confidence. Do you ever:
-Feel isolated
-Can't express yourself openly
-Get nervous or anxious in front of people
-Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied
-Feel introverted
-Don't feel comfortable in any social setting
-Can't make more friends
-Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way
At this workshop we will cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above.
This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us!
COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY
This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
How to Take Control of YOUR Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind.
Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Here is the secret of being positive and free:
Thinking positively is not enough.
You also have to get rid of the negative thinking.
Your mind is like a garden.
You can plant many beautiful flowers in it, but if you don't get rid of the weeds when you plant your flowers, the weeds will soon take over the whole garden.
A positive thought is like a flower in your mental garden, and a negative thought is like a weed.
You cannot expect to have a positive mindset if you continue to have negative thoughts dwelling and growing there.
So, how do you get rid of the negative thoughts? That's what this Meetup is all about. Attend this local meeting and find out!
The Meetup event will be led by a consultant who had helped many people live happier in life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.
Golden Lotus Meditation & Lecture - is cancelled!
Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - Is cancelled!
Board Games hosted by Circleville Boardgaming Group
This event is hosted by Circleville Boardgaming Group. They meet every Sunday from Noon to 6 PM. Feel free to drop in anytime.
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COUNT monthly event: Kitchen service at Van Buren Center's shelter
Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above.
There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change.
The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/).
Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers.
For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.
Columbus Write Publish Earn with AI
✍️ **Launch Your AI Ebook Business – Workshop**
Use AI to write and publish ebooks that sell while you sleep.
⚠️ Register below to confirm your place — RSVP is not your ticket in.
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What's covered:
- Write full ebooks with AI in hours, not weeks
- Format and list ebooks so they actually sell
- Build a publishing pipeline that runs on autopilot
*AI writes. You earn.* 💰
Food Preservation Workshops - Pressure Canning - Granville - Free
Hosted by OSU Extension
Summer 2026 Food Preservation Workshops
Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food at home. Learn basic food preservation methods including pressure canning, water bath canning and drying.
June 4 - Water Bath Canning
July 9 - Pressure Canning
August 6 - Drying Fruits and Vegetables
We're excited to once again welcome Shari Gallup from The Ohio State University Extension Office to lead a series of Life Local food preservation workshops.
These hands-on sessions are designed to help participants learn practical, time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal foods at home.
Registration is not yet open but will be available soon. Stay tuned for details on this wonderful series.
Time 5:00 p.m.
Location Bryn Du Mansion
587 Jones Road, Granville
https://www.bryndu.com/public-events
Licking County Garden Bash and Open House! Newark
Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers (MGV) Learning Garden Open House
🌸 FREE Family Event Saturday! 🌿
🕙 Saturday, July 18 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
🚗 Parking available in the field near the
Polyhouse
📍The Learning Center for Gardening at the OSU Extension, 771 E. Main St., Newark, Ohio
Bring a friend!
Join us at the Licking County Master Gardener Learning Garden for a day full of fun, creativity, and garden inspiration for all ages!
Tour the Native Pollinator Garden, Monarch Waystation garden, Sun Garden, Pantry Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Dahlia garden, Pioneer Garden (gardening by the moon), Phenology garden, and more!
🍪 Free food, kid-friendly activities, and garden goodies for the whole family. A complimentary lunch of hot dogs, chips, cookies, and bottled water will be available while supplies last.
Spend a summer afternoon exploring gardens, learning new skills, and celebrating local heritage with the Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers.
Stroll through a variety of gardens, including:
• Pioneer Garden featuring heritage plants and traditional practices such as planting by the moon
• Children’s Garden with sensory plants and family-friendly activities
• Cutting Garden filled with flowers grown for bouquets and floral arrangements
• Pumpkin Patch
• Watermelon Patch
• Bird Garden Sanctuary
Enjoy demonstrations and activities throughout the day:
• Bug Safari for children
• Food preservation demonstration
• Heritage gardening presentation
• Trees and woody plants discussion, including the art of espalier, training fruit trees into beautiful living forms
• Oak tree dedication commemorating America’s 250th birthday with Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb
This free, family-friendly event is open to gardeners of all experience levels. Come discover new ideas, meet local gardeners, and enjoy one of Licking County’s unique educational garden spaces.
We look forward to seeing you in the garden!
Free to attend. No RSVP needed, just show up!
Columbus Remote Career Fast-Track
💼 **Work from Anywhere in 14 Days – Remote Ready Bootcamp**
Land remote income streams that work from any city, timezone, or country.
⚠️ RSVP here, then register below to lock in your place.
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What's included:
- Proven remote work frameworks used by digital nomads worldwide
- Tools and tactics for landing remote clients fast
- Step-by-step systems to replace your office income remotely
*14 days to freedom. Start here.* 🚀


























