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Columbus, OH 43201
voice/fax 614-485-0996
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Kenya's Fight Against AIDS-Brown Bag Lunch, Noon-1 pm, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Fire Eyes directed by Soraya Mire, 7:30 pm. Following the movie there will be a Mirror Lake candle light vigil & poetry reading. Wexner Center Film & Video Theatre, OSU, Columbus. For more info contact Beth E. Malchus at 614-466-8960 or bmalchus@odh.ohio.gov
A Woman's Right to Choose-Operation Save America Summer Up-Date at 7 pm, Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer, Columbus. Contact: Barb Avery ohiorcrc@columbus.rr.com or 614-841-1994.
Ambassadors for Israel & Caravan for Democracy present Natan Sharansky, Israel's Minister for Diaspora Affairs & Human Rights Advocate, 8 pm, Ohio Union, 1739 N. High Street, Columbus. Tickets available at the OSU Chabad House, 207 E. 15th or The JCC, 1175 College Ave. For more information 614-470-3127 or chabad@osu.edu
Helping Battered Women and Children presented by Lundy Bancroft. This seminar is recommended for advocates and professionals who would like to learn about how to assist DV survivors and their children without re-victimizing, while holding abusers accountable. Radisson Columbus-Worthington at I-270 and Route 23. Questions? Reiko Ozaki at 800-934-9840 ext. 228 or reikoo@odvn.org
Understanding People and Practices of Various Cultures - Somali sponsored by Connections a program of HelpLine of Delaware & Morrow Counties Inc. For more information call 740-363-5000 or connections@midohio.net
Fire by Deepa Metha, 7 pm, OSU, Columbus. For more info contact Beth E. Malchus at 614-466-8960 or bmalchus@odh.ohio.gov
How I Learned to Drive, 8 pm, Joe E. Brown Theatre, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
NOA: The Israeli Pop Sensation, 7:30 pm, The Riffe Center, 77 S. High St., Columbus.
Vigil for Peace, 7-9 pm free at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more information call 513-683-2340 or www.grailville.org
Equal Rights-As American as Apple Pie-No Federal Marriage Amendment. Deliver legislators apple pie. Contact Jeanette Birkhoff jbirkhoff@earthlink.net
How November 2nd Has Affected Our State with featured speaker Joseph Hallett, 6:30 pm, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer, Columbus. Contact Earl Wurdlow at 614-296-6304.
Working with Abusive Men presented by Lundy Bancroft. This seminar is recommended for advocates and professionals who currently work with, or are planning to work with abusive men in batterers intervention programs. Radisson Columbus-Worthington at I-270 and Route 23. Questions? Reiko Ozaki at 800-934-9840 ext. 228 or reikoo@odvn.org
Study of the Bachelorette Party, 1:30-3:30 pm, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
18 and Growing Smarter,18th Annual Miami Valley Planning & Zoning Workshop, David H. Ponitz Center, Sinclair Community College, 444 West Third Street, Dayton. 7:30-6:30 pm sponsored by the Miami Valley Chapter of the Ohio Planning Conference and the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority. For information contact Jim Foster 937-425-8330.
How I Learned to Drive, 8 pm, Joe E. Brown Theatre, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Demand That Every Vote Be Counted! rally at 1 pm, Ohio Statehouse Lawn, East Broad & South High Streets, Columbus. The right to vote is a civil right and in a democracy no abridgement of that right can be tolerated. For more info contact PissedOffColumbus@democracyinaction.org
Stand Up and Be Counted: A Case for Democracy featuring Rev. Jesse Jackson and Journalist Greg Palast, 6-9 pm, Africentric Middle School, 300 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus. Contact Evan Davis 614-437-2039 or 614-946-3834 for more information. PissedOffColumbus@democracyinaction.org
Dayton Branch AAUW Holiday Dessert, 1-3 pm at Greenbrier Commons, Centerville. For more information contact Joanne Yost at 937-298-9293.
Bazaar Bizarre, 1300 Gallery, Cleveland. For info www.bazaarbizarre.org/cleveland/vendors
Who Let the Dogs Out?, 11 am-4 pm, Columbus All Breed Training Facility, 2164 Williams Rd., Columbus. Sponsored by Stonewall Columbus and Capital Area Humane Society-a day of vendors, pet pictures, food, drinks and a Dog Show. For more info contact Michael Dutcher at 614-930-2262 or mdutcher@stonewallcolumbus.org
How I Learned to Drive, 2 pm and 8 pm, Joe E. Brown Theatre, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Holiday Peace Festival & Bazaar, Women Speak Out for Peace & Justice, Pilgrim Congregational Church, 2592 W 14th St, Tremont 10 - 6pm 216-228-579
The Golden Dreydl: A Klezmer Nutcracker for Chanukah With NPR's Ellen Kushner and the Shirim Klezmer Orchestra, 5:00 p.m., Abbey Theater, Dublin Community Recreation Center, 5600 Post Rd, Dublin.
How I Learned to Drive, 2 pm, Joe E. Brown Theatre, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Holiday Party in Akron starting at 11:30 am, sponsored by the Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For info and directions call Tony 1-800-667-7131 ext. 33 or www.MSohiobuckeye.org
The election of 2004 is over and what can I say? Join Cincinnati NOW in a planning session and hear about their ideas at the potluck holiday party, 7 pm at the First Unitarian Church on the corner of Reading and Linton, Cincinnati.
The Next Step for Marriage Equality, 7 pm, King Ave. Methodist Church, corner of King and Neil Avenues. Contact Joe DelMedico joecoolcols@yahoo.com or Josette Bodonyi bodonyi@hotmail.com
Grailville Annual Creche Luncheon starting at 12:30 pm. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Dissertation Writing-10 am, Empowerment Group-3:30 pm, Writers Group-7:30 pm, Vision-9 pm. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Women in Islam: Facts & Myths-Noon-1 pm, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Living and Working in the Community: Understanding Olmstead and the Importance of the State Budget, 6:30-8:30 pm, YWCA, 65 South 4th Street, Columbus. Contact Cerebral Palsy Association of Ohio for more information 614-267-5071 or cpo@iwaynet.net
Central Ohio Choice Action Team Meeting, 7:00 - 8:30 pm., Columbus Library, Main Branch Auditorium, 96 S. Grant Ave., Columbus. RSVP: Jaime Miracle jaime@prochoiceohio.org
Grailville Annual Creche Luncheon starting at 12:30 pm. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Vigil for Peace, 7-9 pm free at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more information call 513-683-2340 or www.grailville.org
Andrea Cambern to help Launch "Jump Start"- a Women's Health and Wellness Program in partnership with Stonewall Columbus from 10-12 p.m. at 1160 N. High Stree, Columbus. For more information www.stonewallcolumbus.org
Holiday Party in Columbus Noon-2 pm, sponsored by the Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For info and directions call Tony 1-800-667-7131 ext. 33 or www.MSohiobuckeye.org
Congregation Beth Tikvah & JCC North invite you to...5th Night, 5th Light Hanukkah Dinner 5:00 p.m., 6121 Olentangy River Road, Worthington. Bring your family's menorah and candles and join us for candle-lighting and activities. Call Karen Elson 614-885-6286, ext. 17 for more information.
Ohio Wildlife Center Bird Count near the Scioto River at the O'Shaughnessy Dam, Columbus. Contact Darlene Sillick 614-761-3696 or azuretrails@columbus.rr.com for directions and time.
Holiday Party in Youngstown, 1:30-4 pm, sponsored by the Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For info and directions call Tony 1-800-667-7131 ext. 33 or www.MSohiobuckeye.org
Holiday Party in Tuscarawas sponsored by the Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For info and directions call Tony 1-800-667-7131 ext. 33 or www.MSohiobuckeye.org
Grailville Annual Creche Luncheon starting at 12:30 pm. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Holiday Party in Portage sponsored by the Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For info and directions call Tony 1-800-667-7131 ext. 33 or www.MSohiobuckeye.org
Strategizing on the Federal Medicaid Budget 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., YWCA, 65 South 4th Street, Columbus. Co-convened by the Ohio Hospital Association (OHA) and the Association of Ohio Philanthropic Homes and Housing for the Aged (AOPHA). For more information contact Cathy Levine, UHCAN Ohio, (614) 253-4340 or Col Owens, Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati, (513) 362-2841 or cowens@lascinti.org
Les Gourmandes will meet at Citilites, 1 pm, Dayton. For more info call Lee Curry Rock 937-878-0850.
Mystics' Book Discussion Group 9:30 am, House of Joy at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. Membership is open to all, call 513-683-2340 or www.grailville.org
Grailville Annual Creche Luncheon starting at 12:30 pm. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Grailville Annual Creche Luncheon starting at 12:30 pm. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Greater Cleveland NOW meeting, 7 pm, Aladdin's, 6901 rockside Road, Independence (East of I-77 before Route 21) Call 216-642-7550 or greaterclevelandnow@yahoo.com
Web Design for Beginners sponsored by FIRSTLINK, 195 N. Grant Ave., Columbus. www.firstlink.org
The OSU Association of Faculty and Professional Women is hosting a wine and cheese book discussion from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Blackwell Inn, Columbus. "Why So Slow? The Advancement of Women" by Virginia Valian, professor of psychology and linguistics at Hunter College and the CUNY Graduate Center, is the featured book for discussion.
Gal's Grading Group, 11 am-4 pm at 107 Hanna Hall, Bowling Green State University. For more info call 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Dayton Federation of Women's Clubs will present the Miamisburg High School Madrigals with a luncheon. Call Ann Wurtzbacher for more information at 937-434-5747.
Early Winter Waterfowl, 9 am. Meet at Blendon Woods Nature Center, Columbus. For information Dave Horn at 614-262-0312 or horn.1@osu.edu
Celtic Christmas at Grailville, Luncheon, Concert and/or Dinner. Reservations required at 513-683-2340 at 932 O'Bannonville Road, Loveland. For more www.grailville.org
Mid-Winter Gathering sponsored by Native American Indian Community Center, 67 E. Innis Ave., Columbus. Contact Jackie Angelino 614-888-8052 jacquesangelino@netzero.com
Columbus Women's Chorus performance at First Night Columbus.
Join The Rev. Jesse Jackson and the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, along with a coalition of grassroots organizations from across the nation in a “Pro Democracy Count Every Vote Rally,” in Columbus, Capitol Theater, 77 S. High St, across from Ohio State Capitol, starting at 2 p.m. Coalition partners include Ohio Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs-Jones, Moveon.org, Progressive Democrats of America, the anti-war coalition United for Peace and Justice, Code Pink, and the Green Party. www.codepinkalert.org
Cincinnati NOW Meeting featuring Nancy Minson with the Women's Political Caucus, 7pm. Location is the First Unitarian Church on Linton/Reading Roads, Cincinnati. For info georginegetty@yahoo.com or 513-852-9948.
Women Working Out with Weights, New Albany Health & Wellness Center, 55 N. High St., New Albany, 5-5:45 pm. Info? 614-234-LIFE or 800-225-0581.
B.R.E.A.D. is supporting using direct instruction in the Columbus Public Schools system. The principals and reading coaches have asked B.R.E.A.D. to continue their monthly classroom visits to observe the reading program and to help tutor children in grades K-2 with reading. B.R.E.A.D. is sponsoring a training session to train tutors and observers for this project which will run from January through the middle of May 2005. Contact Carol Aurnou 614-751-1445 or Connie Freundlich 614-253-2984 to participate or obtain more information.
Coalition to Build a Better Medicare, 1 pm, AFL-CIO, 3250 Euclid Ave. Info: Deborah Nebel 216-241-8422 ext.21 or dnebel@uhcanohio.org
Columbus, Ohio Kidney Cancer Support Group sponsored by The Wellness Community of Greater Columbus in cooperation with the Kidney Cancer Association, 5500 Frantz Rd., Suite 115, Dublin. RSVP 1-800-850-9132 or office@kidneycancerassociation.org
Faith United Against Tobacco Breakfast for Ministers and Faith Leaders in Greater Cleveland, 9 am, Pilgrim Congregational Church, 2529 W. 14th St., Cleveland (Tremont Avea). RSVP Peggy Kearsey 216-532-8209, 216-241-8422 ext.21 or dnebel@uhcanohio.org
Tenskwatawa Dinners sponsored by American Indian Student Services at OSU to discuss experiences, opinions, and hot topics in Native American. The dinners will be held at NAICCO (the Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio), Columbus. Contact Vicky Stone stone.261@osu.edu
Columbus National Organization for Women meeting, Northern Lights Library, 7-9 pm, 4093 Cleveland Ave., Columbus. For info 614-645-2275 or heather@codepinkcolumbus.com
Public Health Grand Rounds: Homeland Security and Public Health, featuring Todd Steward, PhD, Director, Program for International and Homeland Security at The Ohio State University. 12:30 – 1:30 pm, Rm. M-008 (basement), Starling Loving Hall, Columbus, OH (on campus). Sponsored by The Ohio Center for Public Health Preparedness, Office of Workforce Development, School of Public Health, The Ohio State University. Info: Amanda Harpster at 614-292-1620 aharpster@sph.osu.edu
Bridging the gap between heart and mind, and responding in kind to the media campaign to address the “morals” our neighbors have identified as their primary motivation during the recent election. Community partners are welcome. 5:30 pm, First UU Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd , Columbus, 614-267-4924.
Ethiopia by Ellen Belcher presented by DCOWA as part of the Insights series. 11:30 am, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 33 W. Dixon Avenue. Oakwood. To reserve a seat call 937-229-2319.
Girlfriends Literary Society, a feminist book discussion group. Join us for this Lambda Literary Award-winning novel: Southland by Nina Revoyr. 7:00 pm Loganberry Books,13015 Larchmere Blvd., Shaker Hts, OH 44120, 216.795.9800.
Linking Uninsured People and Immigrants to Free and Affordable Health Care Resources. Come Earn Nursing and Social Work CEs. 8:30-2:30, OCSEA Union Hall, 390 Worthington Road, Columbus. To Register Contact: Christine Kozobarich at 614-253-4340 or ckozobarich@uhcanohio.org
Film Series on racism, a woman’s right to choose, marriage equality, prison reform, the environment and more. There will be time for Q&A or discussion afterward, 6:00 and 8:30 pm. 1st Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer, Columbus, 614-267-4924
Ohio Wildlife Center Bird Count near the Scioto River at the O'Shaughnessy Dam, Columbus starting at 9 am. Contact Darlene Sillick 614-761-3696 or azuretrails@columbus.rr.com for directions.
Breast Cancer Exercise Program, for information call 614-234-4006. Provided through a grant from the Columbus affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Concer Foundation.
Greater Cleveland NOW Meeting, 7 pm, Aladdin's, 6901 Rockside Rd, Independence (East of I-77 before Route 21) 216-642-7550 For info greaterclevelandnow@yahoo.com
Roe and Religion Clergy Panel Discussion, 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. St. Paul's Episcopal Church Parish Hall on the ground floor 1361 West Market Street, Akron - To commemorate the Roe v. Wade anniversary a panel of local clergy will discuss the long partnership between clergy and reproductive freedoms and the continuing role clergy play in supporting those freedoms. Buffet luncheon $15.00. For reservations or for more information call Jen Preis at 330-535-2674 ext. 130.
Is Public Education Worth All of the Bother? featuring Dr. Donald Huber, Academic Dean, Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and Member, Board of Education, Southwest Licking Local School District. Free, 7:00 pm, First UU Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus, 614-267-4924 or Earl Wurdlow 614-296-6304.
Breast Cancer Care Class, Mount Carmel East, 6001 E. Broad St., Columbus, 10-2 pm. Register 614-234-8125.
International Rainbow Unity Day. Join us and invite your friends to wear a rainbow this day. Let us know how you will be celebrating. Email rainbowday@earthlink.net
Walk the Talk Project "Shoe-In", 3 - 6pm Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region, 2314 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati. Bring a pair of funky (inexpensive) new or gently used shoes. Art supplies and snacks will be provided. Please RSVP Hollie by January 13, hhinton@ppswo.org
MS Research Teleconference with Dr. Aaron Miller, 7-8 pm. Register with Tony at 800-667-7131 ext.33 or tony.bernard@nmssoha.org
Akron Area NOW Meeting, 7pm Northwest Family Recreation Center, Small meeting room, 1730 Shatto Dr, Akron, akronareanow@yahoo.com
Film Series on racism, a woman’s right to choose, marriage equality, prison reform, the environment and more. There will be time for Q&A or discussion afterward, 6:00 and 8:30 pm. 1st Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer, Columbus, 614-267-4924
Ohio NOW ELF meeting, Noon, OSLSA offices, 555 Buttles Ave, Columbus or 419-865-5407, hamil_s@yahoo.com
Freedom of Choice-Ohio Roe v Wade event with Dorothy Fadiman, award-winning filmmaker of "From Back Alley to the Supreme Court and Beyond" trilogy. See selection of her new film, "Motherhood by Choice not Chance." 2:30-3:15 Reception, 3:30-5:30 Movie Viewing & Panel Discussion at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbus, 93 W. Weisheimer Road. Ticket Prices: $32.00 for Reception, Movie Viewing and Panel Discussion, $10.00 for Movie Viewing and Panel Discussion. RSVP to Jaime Miracle 614-221-2594 or info@naralohio.org
Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area trip, meet at Worthington Square, Worthington, 12:30 pm. Contact Darlene Sillick 614-761-3696 or azuretrails@columbus.rr.com for directions.
Images of Jewish American Women in Film, presented by Dr. Matt Goldish, The Ohio State Univeristy, 7:30 p.m., Congregation Beth Tikvah, 6121 Olentangy River Road, Worthington.
Policy Development for Volunteers and Board Members, 9-Noon, Hayes Services Building, 140 N. Sandusky St., Delaware. Training coordinated by Connections, The Delaware County Volunteer Center. Questions? 740-363-5000.
Smart Women Finish Rich, come to learn how to invest for your future. Mount Carmel St. Ann's, 500 Cleveland Ave., Westerville, 7-9 pm. Info? 614-234-LIFE or 1-800-225-0581.
How Does A Traditional Religionist See 'The God Gene' Controversy? featuring Dr. James M. Childs, Professor, Theology and Ethics, Trinity Lutheran Seminary. Free and open to the broad Columbus community. A luncheon meal is served at 12:00 ($7.00) for which a reservation is required. Call Marguerite Robbins at (740) 881-0709 to place a reservation for lunch. 12:00 pm, First UU Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd, Columbus.
Self-Help Group Facilitator Teleconference for Multiple Sclerosis, 7-8 pm. To register call 800-667-7131.
FOCC Roe v Wade event, 5:30 Dorothy Fadiman, award-winning film maker of "From Back Alley to the Supreme Court and Beyond" trilogy. See selection of her new film, "Motherhood by Choice not Chance" reception at 5:30 p.m., event 6:15 p.m. The cost is $30 for supporters and $10 for general admission, Visiting Nurses Association, 2500 East 22nd St. Cleveland - Free Parking 216-961-8804 ext. 209
Experiential Interventions for Traumatic Times training with Kate Cook LPCC, a nationally certified trainer in Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama, 8:30-4:30 pm at Mount Carmel West, College of Nursing Auditorium Call Dawn Scheuneman for info 614-234-3443.
CEU Opportunity for Nurses on Multiple Sclerosis, The Cleveland Playhouse, Cleveland. Info? Beth at 800-667-7131 ext. 11.
NO MORE PRISONS by William Upski Wimsatt, Columbus League of Pissed Off Voters book discussion. 7:30 PM, 780 Carpenter Street, Columbus. Discussion will be facilitated by Tanikka Henriquez. Info? 614- 405-2160 or amy@indyvoter.org
Women and Sports: Before, During, and After Title IX, a symposium to consider all aspects of women's experiences in sports (e.g., historical, psychological, sociological, organizational, cultural, physiological, biomechanical, or medical). For more info call Bowling Green State University 419-372-7227, womencenter@bgnet.bgsu.edu or www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Put on your dancin' shoes and get ready to rock! The Central Ohio Abortion Access Fund needs your support! Join us for a Benefit Concert at Summit Station (2210 Summit St.) featuring: Lover Lover and Fat Girls By the Snack Table. The show starts at 10pm, the cover is only $5 sponsored by Ladyfest.
National Freedom Center Underground Railroad Museum tour, lunch and discussion sponsored by Cincinnati NOW in honor of Black History Month. 11:00 a.m., 50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati (call 333-7500 for directions). $12/person and comfortable shoes!
Columbus National Organization for Women meeting, Northern Lights Library, 7-9 pm, 4093 Cleveland Ave., Columbus. For info 614-645-2275 or heather@codepinkcolumbus.com
The Office of Workforce Development at The Ohio State University School of Public Health, Columbus is pleased to announce their Tools & Techniques for Team Facilitation course. This one day, introductory level course is designed for Public Health Professionals who are responsible for facilitating problem-solving teams or community work groups. Info: Melissa Sever, (614) 292-1179 msever@sph.osu.edu
Public Health Grand Rounds featuring Ben DeJesus, MS; Public Health Epidemiologist at Columbus City Health Department, 12:30 – 1:30 PM, Room M-008 (basement), Starling Loving Hall, Columbus (on campus) Public health practitioners, students, faculty, and staff of the university should attend. Sponsored by The Ohio Center for Public Health Preparedness, Office of Workforce Development, School of Public Health, The Ohio State University.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day. The event is sponsored by The National Girls and Women in Sports Coalition, which includes AAUW. The Women’s Sports Foundation will provide for free a poster to promote NGWSD. Contact them at 1-800-227-3988 or download capwiz.com/aauw/utr/1/LAMAEBCPWO/FSUTEBCPYP for planning NGWSD events.
Breast Cancer Care Class, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, 500 Cleveland Ave., Westerville, 10-2 pm. Register 614-234-8125.
Open House at the Office of Workforce Development School of Public Health Ohio State University,3:30 PM – 6:00 PM, 1212 Kinnear Road; Columbus. This is for public health practitioners, students, faculty, and staff of the university. Sponsored by The Ohio State University, School of Public Health. For questions, or to RSVP by February 8, 2005, call Pat Watts at 614-292-2291 or pwatts@sph.osu.edu
Freedom of Choice Ohio will meet at noon, in the NARAL office, 92 Jefferson Ave., Columbus (Plenty of metered parking on the street.) Discuss the January anniversary event, legislation, and any other business. For more info contact Suzette Henderson 614523-1186.
Valentine's Day dinner, all-you-can-eat delight to enjoy. To make it a whole evening out, stay after dinner and attend one of the Calhoun Street Jazz Quartet concerts at 7:00 or 9:00 p.m. (The concerts are free and open to the public, sponsored by Procter & Gamble.) Seating from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Please call Grailville at 513-683-4987 to reserve your spot or click www.grailville.org
Joining Hands to Take Control, 29th Annual Black-tie Gala sponsored by Arthritis Foundation at the Columbus Convention Center. Call 614-876-8200 for more info or visit www.arthritis.org
Columbus Human Rights Campaign Meetup Group, 2 pm., Havana, 862 N. High St., Columbus. Info. 614-421-9697
Women's Singing Circle, worship the Goddess and celebrate women and healing. For info on time and location Bluedogradio@aol.com
Columbus League of Pissed Off Voters meeting with guest advisors and mentors who are community leaders, policy experts, long-time activists or journalists. Kafe Kerouac, 2250 North High Street (near OSU campus), Columbus, 2 pm. Questions? 614-299-2672 amy@indyvoter.org
Where Love and Commitment is in Your Eyes Not the Government's, Celebrate this Valentine's Day with the Democratic Party 4-6 pm., The Blue Gator Upstairs, 63 North Court, Athens. Chocolates, desserts, hot appetizers and a cash bar. Special Guest Terry Anderson. Cost $15.00 per person or $25.00 a couple if you bring someone you love.
Greater Cleveland NOW Meeting, 7 pm Aladdin's, 6901 Rockside Rd, Independence (East of I-77 before Route 21) 216-642-7550 For info greaterclevelandnow@yahoo.com
Les Gourmandes, 6:30 pm, Lone Star Steakhouse, 6868 Miller Lane, Dayton. Call Anneliese DiGiacomo 937-415-7199.
Ohio Health Day in conjunction with the Ohio Health Advocacy Network. For more info: Tony Bernard at 800-667-7131 ext.33 or tony.bernard@nmssoha.org
Phone From Home: Financial Planning sponsored by Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 7-8 pm Info? Beth at 800-667-7131 ext. 11.
Idealist, a nonprofit career fairs where organizations, job-seekers and Career Service professionals can meet face-to-face at Ohio State University. The fair is free for job seekers, organizations pay $50 to cover costs. Info: Jaime Carrillo at jaime@idealist.org
Advocacy In Prevention: Peaceful Relationships for Teens Sponsored by the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati and the Ohio Domestic Violence Network's Training Institute. This two-day training is designed to introduce the components of prevention programs to advocates and allied professionals. Contact: Jo Simonsen via email at jos@odvn.org or by phone at 614-781-9651 and/or 740-482-1705.
Amethyst Purple Heart Awards starting at 5:30 pm at the Columbus Renaissance Hotel, Columbus. RSVP 614-242-1284.
Girlfriends Literary Society, feminist book discussion group, 7:00pm Loganberry Books, 13015 Larchmere Blvd., Shaker Hts, OH 44120, 216.795.9800
Akron Area NOW Meeting, 7pm Northwest Family Recreation Center, Small meeting room, 1730 Shatto Dr, Akron, akronareanow@yahoo.com
Seated Yoga Workshop, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Yoga on High, 1081 North High St., Columbus This workshop is open to those using wheelchairs or anyone unable to get up and down easliy from the floor. The workshop will include breath work, singing and chanting, guided imagery to promote stress relief, and exercises that will help you stay strong through the winter months. Info-Tony Bernard, Ohio Buckeye Chapter National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 651G Lakeview Plaza Blvd., Worthington, (614) 880-2290 or 1-800-667-7131, ext. 33 or visit www.msohiobuckeye.org
Dayton Federation of Women's Clubs Saturday Meeting at 11 am with speaker Helen Jones Kelly of Children's Services. Call Ann Wurtzbacker 937-434-5747 for location.
Ohio NOW State Meetings. 10 am-Noon Ohio NOW PAC. Noon-4 pm Ohio NOW State Board Meeting. Northside Library, 1423 N. High St., Columbus (near the corner of King and N. High St., just North of 5th Avenue). For questions call 614-485-0996 or sbader@columbus.rr.com
BRAVO Presents: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner-Tickets are available by calling the BRAVO Office at 614-268-9622. BRAVO Community Service Awards will be presented to Sherrill Howard and Vivi Velure.
Life as a Womanist 25 Years After Denison presented by Denison alumna Kelly Brown Douglas. Sponsored by the Lilly Lecture Series, 7:30 p.m., Slayter Auditorium. Free and open to the public. Douglas is the author of "Sexuality and the Black Church," "The Black Christ" and "We've Come This Far by Faith: A Womanist Theologian and Psychologist Examines the Black Faith Tradition," co-written with Sherry Davis Molock.
Effectively Utilizing Media to Communicate Your Mission, 9-Noon, Hayes Services Building, 140 N. Sandusky St., Delaware. Training coordinated by Connections, The Delaware County Volunteer Center. Questions? 740-363-5000.
Women Working Out with Weights, New Albany Health & Wellness Center, 55 N. High St., New Albany, 5-5:45 pm. Info? 614-234-LIFE or 800-225-0581.
Qualia will be working with OSU GLBT Student Services in Columbus to bring in Paula Gunn Allen, American Indian activist. This will be our kick-off for promoting the 2005 Qualia Festival of Gay Folklife on April 15-17.
Fraud Squad sponsored by Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society in Stark County, 7-8 pm Info? Kincaid at 800-667-7131 ext. 22.
Breastfeeding Basics, 6:30 pm, $35/couple at Mount Carmel West, 793 W. State St., Columbus. Call 614-234-LIFE to register.
Second Annual Conference and Powwow at the French Field House on Ohio State University campus, Columbus. Contact Vicky Stone stone.261@osu.edu
Women Coming Together: Claiming the Law for Social Change, U of Cincinnati 513-558-1810 or www.conferencing.ec.ed/law
A Special evening featuring Ruth Barrett with Shelley Graff and Friends-discussion of Women's Rites, Women's Mysteries: Creating Ritual in the Dianic Wiccan Tradition. Info: graffran@choice.net
Kent State University Women's Resource Center 4th Annual Scholarship Dinner & Silent Auction. Dr. Wendy Wilson, Associate Professor in Pan-African Studies will keynote. For info call 330-672-9230
Helping a Friend with an Eating Disorder at University of Akron, 11 - Noon, Simmons Hall Rm 306. Info 330-972-6477.
Legal Issues for Lesbian Moms presented by Michelle Clossick and Rob Salem, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
It's All About Choices: Long-Term Care Planning, 6:30 pm, Free at Mount Carmel West, 793 W. State St., Columbus. Call 614-234-LIFE to register.
University of Akron will sponsor professors, including Carole Garrison, former director of Women's Studies at The University of Akron, recount their journey traveling together in Iran in 2004 under the veil in a lecture, 1 to 2:30p.m., Martin University Center. Info 330-972-6477.
Slim Hopes: Eating Disorders & Advertising with Sue Stockward, University of Akron, 7 - 8:30pm, Rm 462, Polsky Bldg. Free 330-972-7008.
Dinner of Champions Gala sponsored by Ohio Buckeye Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society at the Westin Great southern Hotel. Info? Lori Jordan at 614-880-2290, 800-667-7131 ext. 33 or jordan@nmssoha.org
Israel/Madagascar featuring Karen Levin presented by DCOWA, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 33 W. Dixon Ave., Oakwood. Call DCOWA for info 937-229-2319.
It's a Hair Thang, a workshop to address issues of appearance that affect the self-esteem of women, 1 to 2 p.m., University of Akron, Simmons Hall, Room 306. Info 330-972-6477.
Welcome Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Karen Tayor Good to Ashland to put on a program geared toward women, inspiring their hearts, healing their hearts, and renewing their spirits. For more information about Karen Taylor Good, visit www.karentaylorgood.com or Deb Gerard at Hospice of North Central Ohio (800) 952-2207.
WSO International Women's Day Celebration, 1-5pm, Broadway United Methodist Church, 5246 Broadway Ave., Cleveland potluck dinner, entertainment, heritage dress invited. Info: 216-231-4245.
Mary Baker Eddy: An Unconventional Woman presented by Longyear Museum of Boston, 3pm, Western Reserve Masonic Community Chapel, 4931 Nettleton Rd, Medina - FREE
Recognizing Pain and How to Cope with It, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Fawcett Conference Center, 2400 Olentangy River Road in Columbus. Is pain a symptom of MS? Come hear Dr. Gladstone C. McDowell present a program on pain and answer your questions. Info-Tony Bernard, Ohio Buckeye Chapter National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 651G Lakeview Plaza Blvd., Worthington, (614) 880-2290 or 1-800-667-7131, ext. 33 or visit www.msohiobuckeye.org
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
Ohio Education and Legal Fund Meeting, Columbus OSLSA office at 12 to 3:00 PM. hamil_s@yahoo.com
Swim for Diabetes visit www.diabetesohio.org
Don't Worry By Happy & Healthy a Sister-to-Sister Girls' Summit in Medina. For girls 11 - 14, fitness, nutrition, & more. 330-725-4911, 330-336-6657 or 330-225-7100 x9237.
An Evening with Eleanor Clift, 7:30 to 9 p.m., University of Akron, Martin University Center. A book signing follows the presentation. Info 330-972-6477
Columbus National Organization for Women meeting,Whetstone Park of Roses Library, 7-9 pm, 3909 N. High St., Columbus. For info 614-645-2275 or heather@codepinkcolumbus.com
Social Security town hall meeting with Sherrod Brown, 6 p.m. at the Ehrnfelt Recreation and Senior Complex, Senior Side. 18100 Royalton Road, Strongsville.
International Women's Day
Community Responsibility to Domestic Violence, 9-Noon, Training coordinated by Connections, The Delaware County Volunteer Center. Questions? 740-363-5000.
Celebrating Beautiful Bodies, 4:30 to 6 p.m., University of Akron Buckingham Center for Continuing Education, Martin Luther King Room. Workshop addresses diversity in beauty.
Help Protect Ohio's Future! 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m., St. John's Episcopal Church, 700 High St., Worthington. Ohio is preparing for another two year budget that could have a major impact of services for people with disabilities. Come find out how this coalition is working to protect vital services and how you can help. Info-Tony Bernard, Ohio Buckeye Chapter National Multiple Sclerosis Society, (614) 880-2290 or 1-800-667-7131, ext. 33.
Women and International Peace: Where Do We Go From Here? panel discussion, 7 to 9 p.m., University of Akron Martin University Center.
Mary Lightfine: Nurse Without Boundaries sponsored by the Women's Leadership Initiative, Kent State University, 7pm Student Center Rm. Info: 306 330-672-9230.
TO CELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH COME AND LEARN ABOUT THE PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE OF FEMINISM AND GET TO KNOW NEW PEOPLE., 7-9 p.m., First Unitarian Church, 536 Linton (at Reading Road) sponsored by Cincinnati Women's Political Caucus and Cincinnati NOW. Info: Nancy Minson at 513/221-5566 or nminson@mhaswoh.org
The Rise of Women Entrepreneurs-Jeanne Halladay Coughlin, president of the Coughlin Group Inc. and chairman of COSE and Andrew Thomas, visiting instructor of international business at The University of Akron, will discuss their book 1 to 2 p.m., Buckingham Center for Continuing Education Room 201, University of Akron.
Girls and Women of the West Virginia Mine Wars, 3 to 5 p.m., University of Akron, Martin University Center. Poet Diane Gilliam Fisher will read from her book "Kettle Bottom," and participate in a panel/audience discussion. A book signing follows.
Women and Leadership panel discussion, 7 to 9 p.m., University of Akron, Simmons Hall, Room 111. Prominent women leaders, including Dr. Elizabeth Stroble, UA senior vice president and provost, and Dr. Sebetha Jenkins, president, Jarvis Christian College, will discuss their perceptions on the role of women leaders in the 21st
Ohio Tobacco Conference contact Patty Kuun for more information jhersh@odh.ohio.gov
Breastfeeding Basics, 6:30 pm, $35/couple at Mount Carmel West, 793 W. State St., Columbus. Call 614-234-LIFE to register.
2005 Ohio Budget Strategy Training and Legislative Visits sponsored by the Disability Policy Coalition, Olmstead Task Force and the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council. 9:30 am-2:30 pm includes training session and legislative visits. Call 614-267-5071 or cpo@iwaynet.net
Warrior Poet, a Biography of Audre Lorde by Alexis De Veaux will be discussed by the Girlfriends Literary Society, an on-going feminist book discussion group that usually meets on the second Thursday 7 pm of the month. Loganberry Books, 13015 Larchmere Blvd, Shaker Hts. Info: 216.795.9800
Love Shouldn't Hurt, workshop on abusive relationships, 1 to 2 p.m., University of Akron, Simmons Hall, Room 306.
Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall, professor of Women's Studies and founding director of the Women's Research Center at Spelman College, lectures on African-American women's roles, contributions and images throughout American history, 7 to 9 p.m., University of Akron, Student Union Theatre.
Film, Faith, Creating Change-Educational Symposium, 1:30 pm, Wexner Center, OSU, Columbus. $25 includes box lunch. This exciting event brings filmmakers, academics and critics together to discuss the power of the image and its potential for creating social change. livg@columbusjcc.org or 614-559-6205.
Uncovering A Secret World: Assessing and Treating Adolescent Sex Offenders in Columbus presented by Child Focus, Inc. Training Center. Information Butch Losey 513-752-1555 or Butchl@child-focus.org
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
Cleveland Pro-Choice Action League presence at clinics. Info: 440-241-114.
Premiere party at the Columbus College of Art & Design's Canzani Center following 7 pm. movies. For movies write livg@columbusjcc.org visit cjfilmfest.org or call 614-559-6205.
Federation of Drag Skating Championships Competition at the Core Com Ice Haus-Nationwide Arena, Columbus, 7-11 pm. For information call 614-299-7764 or visit www.stonewallcolumbus.org
Women's Singing Circle, worship the Goddess and celebrate women and healing. For info on time and location Bluedogradio@aol.com
Film, Faith, Creating Change Festival-Stand Out Films From Other Festivals. Check cjfilmfest.org for details or call 614-559-6205.
Film, Faith, Creating Change Festival-International & Educational Focus. Check cjfilmfest.org for details or call 614-559-6205.
The University of Akron Forum Series presents Ben & Jerry, the two men behind one of the most talked-about success stories in American business. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield built the storefront Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc. into a $200 million publicly held ice cream empire. Laced with hilarious anecdotes and radical business philosophy, their presentation is a rousing tribute to America's entrepreneurial spirit. A perk for the audience is FREE ICE CREAM. 7:30 p.m., E.J. Thomas Hall, tickets $4 to $8.
The Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics will host a Women in Politics Roundtable, from mayor to magistrate and executive to attorney, Republican and Democratic panel members will explore women's vital roles in the political process, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Martin University Center, University of Akron.
Greater Cleveland NOW Meeting, 7 pm Aladdin's, 6901 Rockside Rd, Independence (East of I-77 before Route 21) 216-642-7550 For info greaterclevelandnow@yahoo.com
SOCIAL SECURITY: IS THERE A CRISIS? A Panel Discussion 5:00 - 6:45 pm The Euclid Avenue Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 9606 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland.
University of Akron Annual Women's Fair, Student Union. Featuring feature booths, displays, giveaways, massages and free literature, all day, For more information call 330-972-7390.
Women, Religion and Spirituality, panel will explore traditional religions as well as alternative spiritual practices, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Martin University Center, University of Akron.
Hazeljean Adams, author "The Only Woman." book signing. A female pioneer in what was then a men's math and computer world, Adams taught herself computer programming and was the first female manager at Goodyear Aerospace and the first director of its successor, Loral Corp., 2 to 4 p.m., Student Union Bookstore, University of Akron.
Child-Free by Choice: Happy Non-Mothers presented by Kriss Ferluga, Lisa Schwartz, Barbara Floyd, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Breast Cancer Care Class, Mount Carmel West, 793 W. State Street, Columbus, 10-2 pm. Register 614-234-8125.
Zonta DINNER Meeting in Akron-Deb Lemire, Queen Bee Productions "Women's Body Image" RSVP Karen Brubaker (330) 666-9330 $16/20 or airwaves@bigplanet.com
Toledo NOW Meeting, 7 pm People Called Women Bookstore, 3153 W Central Ave., Toledo. Info: anitalevin@aol.com
Understanding Gender Better by Exploring Context, Janice D. Yoder, UA psychology professor will explore what it means to be female and male, as well as the social contextual component that affects our understanding of gender, 2 to 3:30 p.m., College of Arts and Sciences Bldg. Room 335 University of Akron.
Girlfriends Literary Society, feminist book discussion group, 7:00pm Loganberry Books, 13015 Larchmere Blvd., Shaker Hts, OH 44120, 216.795.9800
Akron Area NOW Meeting, 7pm Northwest Family Recreation Center, Small meeting room, 1730 Shatto Dr, Akron, akronareanow@yahoo.com
Lunch & A Movie "The Spirit of Women" 11:30 - 1pm The story of the 1st Women's Conference in 1977. Bring brown bag lunch - drinks provided Kent State University Women's Resource Center RSVP 330-672-9230
Providing Care Across the Lifespan: Expectations, Rewards, & Risks, 1:30 pm, Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Uncovering A Secret World: Assessing and Treating Adolescent Sex Offenders in Cincinnati presented by Child Focus, Inc. Training Center. Information Butch Losey 513-752-1555 or Butchl@child-focus.org
Women Pioneers in Science and Aviation, actresses will portray Bessie Coleman and Maria Mitchell. Coleman was the first African-American woman to obtain a pilot's license, and Mitchell was an astronomer and the first female member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, noon to 2 p.m., Student Union Ballroom B, University of Akron.
GLOBAL DAY OF PROTEST ON THE TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE IRAQ WAR * End the War * Bring the Troops Home Now * Rebuild Our Communities * This marks the two-year anniversary of the U.S. bombing and invasion of Iraq. For local events visit www.unitedforpeace.org/events
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
The History of Women in Western Music presented by Kent State University School of Music, discussion 7 - 8pm, concert 8 - 9:30 pm School of Music Recital Hall, Free 330-672-9230.
Mom, I Want a G.I. Joe!: Feminist Mothers Raising Sons presented by Rebecca Ferguson, Jeannie Ludlow, Cynthia Mahaffey, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
The State of the State: Equity, Opportunity & Diversity in Ohio, 10th Annual Conference, Ponitz Sinclair Conference Center - Dayton. Visit iis.stat.wright.edu/sos or call Marshall Rose, Office of Equity and Diversity, 419/372-8472.
Motherhood in/and the Academy, 12:30 pm, Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
In recognition of Women's History Month, the 7th Annual Bring Your Favorite Professor/Mentor to Lunch, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Production of Cyberselves: Cyberfeminist Interventions, 1:30 pm, Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Cleveland Area - Women's Retreat "Trip to Bountiful" Cuyahoga Valley National Park, includes, yoga, massage reflection self exploration & more. $150 includes camping & food 800-642-3297 or www.cvnpa.org
Ohio Women, Inc. Meeting, 10:00 to 1:00, Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave., Columbus, Conference Room 3 on the third floor. For questions information@ohiowomeninc.org
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
MLK Commemoration Teach-in, Cleveland. Info: Bill Corrigan 216-771-0875
Heroines, Wicked Stepmothers & Other Women in Children's Literature presented by Rona Klein and Kim Greenfield, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Tenskwatawa Dinners sponsored by American Indian Student Services at OSU to discuss experiences, opinions, and hot topices in Native American. The dinners will be held at NAICCO (the Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio), Columbus. Contact Vicky Stone stone.261@osu.edu
Getting to Win-Win, sponsored by Cuyahoga Special Education Service Center, 9:30 am-2 pm, Broadview Heights. For info contact Terri McIntee 440-885-2685 ext. 236 or Terri.McIntee@LNOCA.org
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
Pro-Choice Action League presence at Cleveland clinics. Info: 440-241-114
Women's Singing Circle, worship the Goddess and celebrate women and healing. For info on time and location Bluedogradio@aol.com
Working with Special Needs Community and Understanding Elder Abuse Laws, 9-Noon, Training coordinated by Connections, The Delaware County Volunteer Center. Questions? 740-363-5000.
Program Evaluation for Public Health Officials, Bethel United Methodist Church, 1220 Bethel Road, Columbus. Public health practitioners who are involved in their agency’s program planning and evaluation should attend. COST: $150.00 SPONSORED BY: Office of Workforce Development, Pennsylvania & Ohio Public Health Training Center located at The Ohio State University School of Public Health. Contact: Shirley Funt at 614-292-1637 or funt.2@osu.edu
The Real CSI: The Truth About Forensic Science presented by Julie A. Cox, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
From Basket Case to Polished Pro: A Workshop on the Presentation of Self, 12:30 pm, Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Step by Step-Closer to a Cure! Walk for Multiple Sclerosis in the following locations: Athens Community Center, PromoWest Pavilion, O'Neill Senior Center, First United Methodist Church-Newark, Canfield Fairgrounds, and Zane's Landing Park. For info contact Jennifer Hamilton at 800-667-7131 or jennifer.hamilton@nmssoha.org
11 - Noon Peace Witness picket West Side Market, Cleveland. Info: 216-771-0875 or cnvn@hotmail.com
The Largest Women's Expo in Ohio at John S. Knight Center, Akron. A weekend of empowerment, education and entertainment. Exhibiting companies will demonstrate products and services related to health, fitness, food, fashion, careers, finance and education. www.womensexpo.org
Equal Pay Day 2005 which marks the point a woman's average earnings finally match a man's from the previous year; it takes approximately 16 months of a woman's labor to equal 12 months of a man's salary capwiz.com/aauw/utr/1/LAMAEBCPWO/EDIFEBCPYN
Greater Cleveland NOW Meeting, 7 pm Aladdin's, 6901 Rockside Rd, Independence (East of I-77 before Route 21) 216-642-7550 For info greaterclevelandnow@yahoo.com
Lunch & A Movie "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus" 11:30-1 pm Bring brown bag lunch - drinks provided Kent State University Women's Resource Center. RSVP 330-672-9230.
Reconciling Matriarchy & Islam: Fictional Voices of Malaysian Women presented by Dipika Mukherjee, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Breast Cancer Care Class, Mount Carmel East, 6001 E. Broad St., Columbus, 10-2 pm. Register 614-234-8125.
Akron Zonta DINNER Meeting-Dr. Kathleen Endres, Distinguished Professor - School of Communication, University of Akron "History of Women's Clubs in Akron" RSVP Karen Brubaker Zonta Membership Chair (330) 666-9330 or airwaves@bigplanet.com
Toledo NOW Meeting, 7 pm People Called Women Bookstore, 3153 W Central Ave., Toledo. Info: anitalevin@aol.com
11th Annual Youth for Justice Summit at the Riffe Center, Columbus. Info visit www.oclre.org or contact Program Coordinator Kate Strickland 877-485-3510 (toll free). OYFJ is conducted by the Ohio Center for Law Related Education and is funded by generous grants for Ohio Criminal Justice Services, the Ohio State Bar Foundation and the Constitutional Rights Foundation Chicago.
Girlfriends Literary Society, feminist book discussion group, 7:00pm Loganberry Books, 13015 Larchmere Blvd., Shaker Hts, OH 44120, 216.795.9800
Akron Area NOW Meeting, 7pm Northwest Family Recreation Center, Small meeting room, 1730 Shatto Dr, Akron, akronareanow@yahoo.com
Step by Step-Closer to a Cure! Walk for Multiple Sclerosis in the following locations: Boston Mills Ski Resort, Canal Fulton Community Park, Tower City Amphitheater-Cleveland, Quail Hollow State Park, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, and Mentor High School. For info contact Jennifer Hamilton at 800-667-7131 or jennifer.hamilton@nmssoha.org
I Enjoy Being a Girl: Women in Music presented by Julie Haught, Noon in Hanna Hall, Room 107, The Women's Center Bowling Green State University. Visit www.bgsu.edu/offices/women
Breastfeeding Basics, 6:30 pm, $35/couple at Mount Carmel West, 793 W. State St., Columbus. Call 614-234-LIFE to register.
Arbor Day Tree Planting at 9 am, Columbus. Contact Scott Burch burch.46@osu.edu