Latest Events in Columbus(May Updated)

Time Out Thursday is an opportunity to mix, mingle, and meet LGBTQ+ community. Drop by the Stonewall Columbus Community Center on Thursday from 5-7pm and show up for our Time Out Thursday! Light refreshments and CASH/CARD BAR. Members…remember your first beverage is on the house! Not a sustaining donor member, become one today ! Bar proceeds benefit Central Ohio’s LGBTQIA+ community center and organization Stonewall Columbus’ programs and operations. Time Out Thursday is supported, in part, by the Diversity Chamber of Central Ohio . Diversity Chamber of Central Ohio will hold an education session from 5pm-6pm at each Time Out Thursday. Information Source: Stonewall Columbus, Inc. | eventbrite

Be carried off to the rolling hills of Tuscany with simple dishes that illustrate the genius of Tuscan cooking. Join travel writer and Chef Instructor, Shawnie Kelley as she shares recipes from her years living in Europe and traveling through Italian countryside. The star of today’s show is Steak Tagliata - one of Italy's most popular meat dishes. Here, grilled flank or hangar steak is served in thin slices with rosemary, fried capers and paired with peppery arugula and lemon salad with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano. A classic! And Risotto is one of Italy’s most beloved dishes, but the prospect of cooking it at home might seem daunting. It doesn't have to be! You will learn the technique for make a soul warming, creamy wild mushroom risotto that can be finished in about 20 minutes. Class ends with a traditional dessert of Florentine chocolate Budino—a sort of Italian pudding that sets up quickly and can be made in advance. During class Shawnie will discuss Tuscan culinary traditions and food culture, then enjoy your meal with a glass of wine. Buon Appetito!! In this class you will make: Steak Tagliata Arugula Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Wild Mushroom Risotto Chocolate Budino Information Source: TheMix@columbus state | eventbrite

¿Te preocupa el manejo adecuado de alimentos en tu negocio? Desde el almacenamiento seguro hasta la prevención de la contaminación cruzada, comprender las prácticas de seguridad alimentaria es esencial. Acompáñanos a una capacitación presencial de 4 horas para obtener la Certificación de Gerente de Protección de Alimentos ServSafe en ECDI Columbus. Este programa completo, ofrecido por los Servicios de Incubación de Negocios de Alimentos en colaboración con el WBC de Ohio Central, cubre prácticas fundamentales de seguridad alimentaria para proteger a tus clientes y empleados. El curso finaliza con un examen, y es necesario aprobarlo para obtener la certificación. Este curso normalmente cuesta $99, ¡pero ahora puedes inscribirte por solo $65! La Certificación de Gerente ServSafe, acreditada por la Asociación Nacional de Restaurantes, es reconocida por todas las agencias reguladoras de seguridad alimentaria en EE. UU. Contacta a Chrisbian Steinker-Brown para obtener más información csteinker-brown@ecdi.org . Food Fort de ECDI es una instalación de tamaño industrial que ofrece todos los recursos físicos que necesita un restaurante o negocio de alimentos, además de capacitación, servicios y acceso a capital. Ya sea que estés comenzando, expandiendo tu negocio existente o buscando una forma más rentable de operar, Food Fort es una solución inteligente. Puedes reducir tus costos y minimizar riesgos en lugar de asumir el gasto de tu propia instalación. Desde 2004, ECDI ha apoyado a los emprendedores de Ohio a través de su modelo de servicios integrales, diseñado para satisfacer las necesidades de todos los empresarios, sin importar en qué etapa del negocio se encuentren. Desde proporcionar capital a emprendedores que buscan expandir sus negocios, hasta ofrecer oportunidades educativas específicas para mejorar las habilidades empresariales, ECDI trabaja con sus clientes para cumplir con sus necesidades particulares. Ya sea que tengas solo una idea de negocio o estés abriendo tu quinta ubicación, hemos ayudado a más de 15,000 emprendedores a aprovechar los servicios que ofrecemos. Information Source: Economic & Community Development Institute | eventbrite

B. Reel Dinner Series for Home Care Agencies - Columbus, OH Remember those moments sitting alone in your office, wondering "Who's taking care of me?" while you're busy taking care of everyone else? This dinner is designed to answer that question. It's about creating space for YOU - the human behind the agency - to connect, recharge, and remember that you're not alone in this journey. "How are you holding up?" It's a simple question that most home care agency owners can't answer honestly. Not to their caregivers. Not to their clients. Sometimes not even to themselves. I remember sitting in my office after hours, wondering if I was the only one feeling the weight of it all – the staffing challenges, the client crises, the endless administrative demands. The truth? You're not alone in this journey, but isolation makes it feel that way. This isn't networking. This is connection . Imagine sitting at a table surrounded by other home care leaders who: Understand your 2AM worries without explanation Share their hard-won solutions openly, not competitively See you as a person first, business owner second Create a circle of support that extends beyond a single evening For one evening, we set aside the professional masks. We trade business cards for real conversations. We replace polite networking with genuine understanding. Because the hardest parts of this industry shouldn't have to be faced alone. IMPORTANT NOTE: Only 2 guests per agency to allow space for a dynamic and diverse conversation Information Source: Reel Home Care Consulting & Coaching | eventbrite

Join State Representative Latyna M. Humphrey for a powerful community discussion highlighting two groundbreaking laws that she personally sponsored and championed — House Bill 29 (The Driver’s License Suspension Bill) and House Bill 50 (The Certificate of Qualification for Housing Bill). Thanks to Rep. Humphrey’s leadership, these newly enacted laws are now helping returning citizens rebuild their lives with greater support and opportunity. Featured Speakers: • Lori M. Tyack – Franklin County Municipal Court Clerk • Joe Gruber – Chief Legislative Officer for ODRC • Zachary Eckles – Senior Policy Advocate, OPLC • Michaela Hahn Burriss, Esq. – Policy Director for OJPC • Ashley Ward – Fellow for OJPC This is a key opportunity to learn about the transformative legislation authored and advanced by Rep. Humphrey , ask questions, and engage with local leaders and policymakers working toward a more just and equitable system. All are welcome—food will be provided! Information Source: Adriana Gordon | eventbrite

Imagine an evening of entrepreneurs, boss babes, leaders and side hustlers coming together for an evening to connect! What to Expect: *Meet & Greet kickoff *Biz Chat to help you level up! *Mini Workshop time to implement all the things in small groups *Light Bites *Cocktails + Mocktails *Virtual Services Swag --you'll get the opportunity to spotlight your biz at the event by adding to our attendee recap with any offering of your choosing! Information Source: The Beauty Boost | eventbrite