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Things you can do in person

• Ride of Silence
  Wednesday, May 20th 6pm
  With this annual ride—a short, slow and silent processional —hundreds of Central Ohio cyclists join an international movement to honor cyclists killed or injured while riding on public roadways and raise awareness that cyclists have a legal right to the road. The ride is a short, slow and silent funeral-style processional that attracts hundreds of cyclists from all corners of our community.

  Helmets are required! Please make sure to look it over a few days prior to the ride to ensure it's in good working order.

  Riders will begin gathering at 6:00 pm. There will be a short program at 6:30 pm. The ride will roll at 7:00 p.m. It's a 10 mile route that should take about 1 hour to complete.

  There is no cost to participate, but we do ask you to register for safety and planning purposes.

• Transit Columbus Arts Fest Volunteer Opportunity
  Mandatory Training 5/23 or 5/28
  Volunteer Dates on 6/12 or 6/14
  We'll be at Columbus Arts Fest raising money for Transit Columbus. Come volunteer with us and raise $50 per shift you take on so we can build more benches, advocate for better transit, and partner with more organizations that enhance the quality of life for EVERYONE in the COTA service area. This is a great way to support the organization if you have time but no money for a direct donation.
  
  You'll be serving drinks to people 21+ at Columbus Arts Fest and will be interacting with patrons throughout your shift.
  
  To join us, you have to register for a one hour training happening on Saturday, May 23rd at 10:30 am, or on Thursday, May 28th at 6:30 pm, sign up here: https://doodle.com/group-poll/participate/b8zAvnme for the trainings at GCAC, 182 East Long Street. You have to be over 21 to participate in this event. Simply Living will pay for bus fare to and from the event and training.
  
  See slots to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAFAD2FA4F4C07-64077127-transit#/  Volunteer dates for Columbus Arts Fest is on June 12th and 14th.

• FLOW Litter Cleanup along Turkey Run
  Saturday, May 23rd 10am-12pm
  1955 Henderson Rd, Upper Arlington, OH
  Join FLOW for a litter clean up along Turkey Run in Upper Arlington. We will be meeting in the Kroger parking lot at the northeast corner of the building, and then picking up trash along Turkey Run. All supplies will be provided, just wear sturdy, close-toed shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. We recommend long pants and sleeves. Consider bringing a water bottle for hydration, and bug spray and sunscreen.

• Green Drinks X Trolley Pub Trash Pick Up
  Wednesday, May 27th, 6-8pm
  152 N. Young St.
  

  

  Join us for Green Drinks with Trolley Pub Columbus!

  We’ll be heading out to clean up our community while enjoying the convenience of the Trolley Pub. Litter grabbers, gloves, safety vests, and trash bags will be provided, thanks to Keep Columbus Beautiful.

  Registration is required, as space is limited to 30 participants.
  

Things you can do online

• Show up for abortion access by donating to Abortion Fund of Ohio!
  

  

  
  We envision a world where everyone has the power and resources to access abortion. No matter the landscape, no matter the challenges ahead, we are undeterred. We will always work to build a future where abortion is a reality for all who need it, and we are stronger together. Join us and let's get to work!

  When you donate to our Fund-a-thon, 100% of your donation goes to abortion care.

• COTA Service Change Meetings
  Tuesday, May 19th noon - online
  
  https://cota.com/servicechanges
  

  

  
  

Things I’m reading/watching:

• In their own words: Columbus residents share their experiences of living through camp sweeps from Matter News

• ‘And when you get caught, and your camp gets swept, you’re right back to square one.’ from Matter News

• America Needs to Build More Housing from NYT
  

Have a great day everyone!

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